Mary Ann Maxey
November 8, 2024
Mary Ann Maxey, age 66 of Ferrum was born on May 2, 1958 and gained her wings Friday, November 8, 2024 at home after fighting several health issues. MaryAnn was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved her family and friends and always tried to go above and beyond to help anyone in need. She...
Carl H. Barnhart
November 8, 2024
After several months of declining health, Carl H. Barnhart passed from this earthly existence Friday, November 8, 2024 leaving behind a strong, loving family and many caring friends and neighbors who helped him live his final days at home.
Carl was born in Roanoke on May 14, 1929 to Elbert and Minnie (Flora)...
Florence Davis "Flo" Torrence
November 7, 2024
Florence Davis "Flo" Torrence, 98, of Rocky Mount passed away peacefully in her home on November 7, 2024. Florence was born on September 17, 1926 to William Henry Davis and Mabel Brown Davis in Snow Creek, Virginia. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” McClain Torrence, Sr. and her...
Paul Edward Mcmullen
November 4, 2024
Paul Edward McMullen, age 87 of Wirtz was born in Granogue, DE in 1937 and grew up in McDaniel Heights, Talleyville, DE. He graduated from Brown Vo-Tech School in 1957 and served in the Army National Guard for six years and was active Army during the Cuban Crisis in 1961 while John F. Kennedy was President. Paul retired from...
Gladys Lucille Janney Hodges
November 3, 2024
Gladys Lucille Janney Hodges, age 92 of Rocky Mount passed Sunday, November 3, 2024. She was born May 26, 1932, a daughter of the late Ernest and Leeomie Shivley Janney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Guy, Saford and Gary Janney; and one sister, Lois Janney. Surviving are her daughter,...
Betty Dillon Shepherd
November 2, 2024
Betty Dillon Shepherd, age 86 of Rocky Mount passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024. She was born July 12, 1938, a daughter of the late Redia W. and Tolitha J. Dillon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her half-brother, G.M. Cobbs. Surviving are her husband, Page Shepherd; daughter, Debra (Doug) Dudley; son,...
Brian Lavon Ensor
November 1, 2024
Brian Lavon Ensor, age 49 of Little River, SC, formerly of Boones Mill, VA passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, November 1, 2024 with his family by his side. Brian was born on September 11, 1975, in Roanoke, VA. He served six years in the U.S. Army as an MP stationed at Fort Jackson, Columbia,...
Thomas John "Tommy" Girani
October 30, 2024
Thomas “Tommy” John Girani, age 31 of Roanoke passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. It is impossible to summarize Tommy’s life and legacy as he truly lived every day to the fullest. His charm and smile were magnetic and had a way of drawing everyone together to laugh. His infectious personality was indescribable, and everyone he met instantly...
Charlotte Bowman Cunningham
October 27, 2024
Melbourne, Florida……Charlotte Bowman Cunningham passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord Jesus on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at the age of 97. A long-time resident of Essex Fells and Verona, Charlotte will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Gregory Scott Cunningham, LtCol. Jon Craig Cunningham (USMC Ret), her daughter-in-law, Laura M. Cunningham, eight grandchildren, and everyone who has...
Robert "Bob" Greenawalt
October 25, 2024
Robert Dewayne (Bob) Greenawalt, age 90 of Ferrum, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024. He was born in Kepples Corner near Karns City, Pa, to the late Rev. Alfred and Hazel Greenawalt on February 23, 1934. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Alfred Greenawalt (Janet) and his sister, Gloria Mae Thompson (Bob), of Mars, PA.
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Elizabeth Jeanette Pigg
October 25, 2024
Elizabeth Jeanette Pigg, age 80 of Ferrum passed away Friday, October 25, 2024. She was born October 21, 1944, a daughter of the late Bernice “Bun” and Dorothy Radford Richards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Pigg; sister, Ardena Atkins; niece and nephews, Paula Sanders, David Sanders, and Jonathan...
Ricky Stewart Davidson
October 24, 2024
Ricky Stewart Davidson, age 72 of Penhook passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024. He was born February 20, 1952, a son of the late Cabell Thomas and Ora Rigney Davidson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his four siblings, John Clark, Bruce, Deloris and Carolyn. Surviving are his special friend and caregiver,...
Louise Anderson Hodges
October 23, 2024
Louise Anderson Hodges, age 84 of Rocky Mount, Virginia, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was surrounded by her family as she took her final breath and left behind many family and friends. Louise was born on August 17, 1940. She was a beloved and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and...
Geraldine Jones Smith
October 23, 2024
Geraldine Jones Smith, age 92, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was born March 21, 1932, a daughter of the late Joseph Aldine Jones and Pearl Jones. She was preceded in death by her husband, William W. Smith, Jr., brothers Ishmael, Rudolph and Stafford Jones, sisters, Ina Messenger, Juanita Howell, Estelle Jones, and Christine Jones. Surviving are many...
Mayree Tosh Robertson
October 23, 2024
Mayree Tosh Robertson, age 87, of Rocky Mount, Virginia answered the Lord’s call home on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Mayree was born February 25, 1937 in Rocky Mount, Virginia and was the fifth child of the late Benjamin and Mary Tosh. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Taylor Robertson; her son,...
Ronald D. Furrow
October 22, 2024
Ronald D. Furrow, formerly of Franklin County, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024. There will be no services. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Charles Andrew Spicer
October 21, 2024
Charles Andrew Spicer Sr, a loving husband, father, and resident of Rocky Mount, VA, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Charles was preceded in death by numerous brothers and sisters and his wife of 55 years, Louetta Faye Spicer (Toots). He is survived by his three children, Teresa Scott (Kalvin), Charles Spicer Jr (Barbara), and Johnny Spicer (Jennifer);...
Shelby Jean "Bo" Nichols
October 21, 2024
Shelby Jean “Bo” Nichols, age 85, of Ferrum, Virginia entered Heaven’s portals on Monday, October 21, 2024. She was surrounded by her family as she took her final breath, leaving a void her family cannot fill. Though her earthly body was weakened, we have the promise that she is now walking the streets of gold without sorrow or pain....
Betty J. Perks
October 19, 2024
Betty J. Perks, age 82 of Rocky Mount passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
Sandra Kay Sutherland
October 19, 2024
Sandra Kay Sutherland, age 78 of Rocky Mount passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024. She was born July 27, 1946, a daughter of the late Jack H. and Jacqualyn Booth Sutherland. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by an infant sister; and one brother, George Sutherland. Surviving are her son, Joel Jamison; brother,...