Michael "Micky" Scott Elmore

Michael "Micky" Scott Elmore

July 24, 2018

Michael Scott “Micky” Elmore, age 52 of Rocky Mount went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving wife, sweet daughters, precious grandson, supportive son-in-law, and his devoted pastor. He was born in Union, West Virginia on May 18 th , 1966 to...

Nancy L. Richardson

Nancy L. Richardson

July 23, 2018

Nancy L. Richardson, age 85 of Martinsville passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene C. Richardson, Jr.; parents, Frederick and Orphia Soethe; and brothers, James Frederick Soethe and Donald James Soethe. Nancy was a member of Forrest Hill Christian Church. Surviving are her children, Donna Richardson, Karen Richardson, Doug Richardson (Diane);...

Calvin Benjamin Hall

Calvin Benjamin Hall

July 18, 2018

Calvin B. Hall, age 91 of Rocky Mount passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2018. Calvin had many names that consisted of Daddy, Papa C., Coolie or Friend. Calvin was born on August 26, 1926 to Allie Berger and Betty Ann Hall. He married the love of his life Katherine Perdue on October 16, 1945. He lost a big...

Lena Mae Dent Hodges

Lena Mae Dent Hodges

July 15, 2018

Lena Mae Dent Hodges, age 73, of Glade Hill, went to her heavenly home on July 15, 2018. Lena was born in Glade Hill to the late Robert Ford and Annie Turner Dent. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church in Glade Hill where she proudly served her Lord. Lena was preceded in death by her husband, Lacy...

Peggy Sue Mabe

Peggy Sue Mabe

July 15, 2018

Peggy Sue Mabe, age 77 of Rocky Mount went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, July 15, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Samuel Mabe and Elsie Odean Scott; step-father, Arthur “Buster” Scott; and brother, Charles “Roby” Scott. She is survived by and was a devoted mother to her three children,...

Mike Odell Midkiff

Mike Odell Midkiff

July 14, 2018

Mike Odell Midkiff, age 68 of Ferrum departed this earthly home for his eternal home in heaven on July 14, 2018, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born August 12, 1949. Odell was a veteran of the US Army. He was also employed with Blue Ridge Talc in Henry for 26 years. He was preceded in death...

Calvin Audrey Midkiff

Calvin Audrey Midkiff

July 13, 2018

Calvin Audrey Midkiff, age 60 of Rocky Mount passed away on Friday, July 13, 2018. He was preceded in death by his father, Clifford Midkiff; and granddaughter, Kaitlynne Midkiff. Calvin is survived by his mother, Myrtle Midkiff; son, Calvin Glen Midkiff (Danielle); brother, Kaley Midkiff; nephew, KC Midkiff; granddaughter, Alexis Midkiff; and grandson, Colton Midkiff. Graveside services...

Edith Gloria Stefaniak

Edith Gloria Stefaniak

July 11, 2018

Edith Gloria Stefaniak, age 89 of Writz passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. She was born on May 29, 1929 to Fritz Wetzel and Anna Dudel Wetzel in Germany. She was married to the late Rudolph J. Stefaniak; also preceded in death by her son, Rudolph J. Stefaniak, Jr. Surviving to cherish her memory is her...

Ricky Lee Hall

Ricky Lee Hall

July 11, 2018

Ricky Lee Hall, age 54 of Rocky Mount passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Junior and Alvie Hall; sisters, Judy and Joyce; brothers, Jerry, Gary and Kenny. Ricky is survived by his ex-wife, Wendy Austin; step-son, Dwayne; granddaughter, Cheyenne; sister, Connie (Walt); brothers, Michael (Lois),...

Robert Keith Hodge, Jr

Robert Keith Hodge, Jr

July 11, 2018

Robert Keith Hodge, Jr. (Punkin), age 37 of Rocky Mount passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Brandy Hodge; daughters, Haley Renna Hodge (Lady Bug), Heather Renna Hodge and Hollie Lynn Hodge; parents, Robert and Vickey Hodge; sister, Nicole Lynn Hodge. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Monte...

William Simon Wuergler

William Simon Wuergler

July 7, 2018

William Simon Wuergler, age 85 of Moneta, went to be with the Lord on July 7, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents Ray William Wuergler and Hazel Robertson Wuergler; sisters Edith Wuergler Dylan and Thelma Wuergler Maxey. He was born on November 7, 1932, he remained near his homeplace and farmed his land. He married the...

Anna Bussey Morris

Anna Bussey Morris

July 6, 2018

Our beloved Anna passed away on July 6, 2018 at the age of 95. Anna was born in Rocky Mount, VA to the late John William Bussey and Elizabeth Saul Bussey. In addition to her parents she was preceded by her husband, James Earlie Morris; five brothers, Cornelius (Jack) Bussey, James (Jake) Bussey, Walter (Herbert) Bussey, Artis...

Buren Robert Austin

Buren Robert Austin

July 6, 2018

Buren Robert Austin, age 86 of Rocky Mount died Friday, July 6, 2018. He was a member of Fairview Church of the Brethren and he was a veteran of the US Army. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mae Austin; wife, Ruth Young Austin; son, Brian Austin; siblings, Frank, James, Elwood, Melvin, Leonard,...

Jacqueline B. Lumpkin

Jacqueline B. Lumpkin

July 5, 2018

Mrs. Jacqueline B. Lumpkin passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at age 95. She was born in Reidsville, Georgia on September 1, 1922. Most of her life was spent in Savannah, Georgia. Mrs. Lumpkin was retired from International Paper Corp. with thirty-four years of service. Jacqueline was pre-deceased by two husbands, Troy J. Holland and Kinness Lumpkin. Her...

Doris Baker

Doris Baker

July 3, 2018

Our precious mother, Doris Smith Baker, age 80 of Rocky Mount went to her eternal home on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 and was greeted by her precious saviour. She was preceded by her husband, Edward Baker, formerly of Yukon, WV. She was also preceded by her parents, Berlin and Elizabeth Smith and her step-mother Celia Smith, whom...

Peggy Young Lacks

Peggy Young Lacks

July 2, 2018

Peggy Young Lacks, age 80 of Rocky Mount died Monday, July 2, 2018. She was born March 26, 1938 and was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Bessie Young; son, Michael Gregory Lacks; brothers and sister, Otha, Everett, Russell, Eldridge Young and Lula Scott. Surviving are her husband, Sherman Lacks; numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Lacks worked...

William "Bill" Cassell

William "Bill" Cassell

June 30, 2018

On June 30, 2018, William G. Cassell, "Bill" of Glade Hill, Va. after a valiant fight with multiple medical problems passed away peacefully, secure in his faith, at home with his "Kat" by his side. Bill saw the possibilities of the Internet at its inception and remained in that field as a consultant in various capacities for his entire...

Nellie Evans

Nellie Evans

June 29, 2018

Nellie Evans “Granny”, age 102 of High Point, NC passed away on Friday, June 29, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Audie Evans; daughter, Mildred Mickle; grandson, Jeff Mickle; and granddaughter, Debbie Blackburn. She is survived by her daughter, Shirley Wilson; granddaughter, Lisa Wilson Mayfield (Robert); grandsons, Steven Wilson and Garland Mickle; great-grandson, Josh Wilson; five...

Judith Rose Gilbert Leffue

Judith Rose Gilbert Leffue

June 28, 2018

Judith Rose Gilbert Leffue, age 76 of Boones Mill passed away on Thursday, June 28, 2018. Surviving is her husband, Glenwood A. Leffue; three sons, Robert William Johnson, William A. (Jodi) Leffue, Michael Leffue; three grandchildren, Caitlin Marie Johnson, Kelsie Rae Leffue and Garrett William Leffue; two brothers, James D. (Jeaney) Gilbert and Jon (Ann) Gilbert; one daughter, Jane...

Willie Greene Feazelle

Willie Greene Feazelle

June 27, 2018

Willie Greene Feazelle, "W.G." of Rocky Mount passed away peacefully on June 27, 2018.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Elsie Sink Feazelle and father David Williamson Feazelle;  brothers, Daniel Feazelle, Donald Feazelle; sisters Juanita Brockman, Jackie Boitnott, Emily Woody. Also preceding him was his wife Sandra Feazelle and her father Hugh "Henry" Brewton, whom...