February 10, 2025

Wanda Bowman Crickenberger, 87, of Salem, VA passed away Monday afternoon, February 10, 2025 after a brief illness. She was born in Boones Mill, VA to Luther and Annie Bowman and graduated from Franklin County High School, and later Ferrum College where she met the love of her life, Tommy and they were married in 1958. She retired from...

February 8, 2025

Jane Dreyer, age 93 of Hardy passed away Saturday morning, February 8, 2025.

She was born in New Washington, Indiana on August 25, 1931, the daughter of Icle and Laura Lea Robison, and grew up as the fourth child of six during the Great Depression and WWII. She married her teenage sweetheart, Ken,...

February 8, 2025

Robert Edward "Bob" Allen, Sr., age 80 of Glade Hill, VA formerly of Beckley, WV, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, February 8, 2025.

Born on March 27, 1944, in Raleigh, WV, Bob was the eldest son of the late Charley Floyd Allen and Elizabeth Reed Allen. Known affectionately as...

February 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Makenzie Haven Everson, born on October 30, 2016, in Roanoke, VA. Makenzie passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Rocky Mount, VA, leaving behind a legacy of love and memories. Makenzie was the beloved child of Summer Marie Moore Everson and Michael Eugene Everson. In...

February 6, 2025

J.T. Shelvion Altice of Rocky Mount, VA passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Hospice of the Piedmont in High Point, NC after a brief illness. J.T. was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Altice; parents, Ada Altice Greer and Earnest Altice; sister, Margaret Altice, step-daughter, Robin Mayhew and nephew Kenny Altice.

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February 4, 2025

Terry Shauer Hodges, age 68 of Hardy passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She was born October 16, 1956, a daughter of the late William Shauer and Doris Jefferson Shauer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Wayne Hodges (Sept. 19, 2023); and sister, Sherry Thompson. Surviving are her two...

February 3, 2025

Connie Lowell Herman affectionally known as “Mimmy” was called home Monday, February 3, 2025 by her Lord and Savior. A devoted educator, she spent over five decades committed to teaching children to read. She also served as a mentor and trainer of student teachers. Connie’s devotion to education, especially reading was known throughout the United States by...

February 2, 2025

With much faith and fortitude, we sorrowfully announce the peaceful passing of beloved, Michael Ray Simmons on Monday, February 2, 2025 at his home in Rocky Mount. His presence in life to anyone he knew was truly pure and unrivaled; and equally so, will be his gracious memory to the one’s that were blessed by his love....

February 2, 2025

Michael Edward Taylor, age 81, of Richmond, VA, went home to be with Jesus surrounded by friends and family on Sunday, February 2, 2025. He was born September 13, 1943, son of the late James and Ruby Boone Taylor of Wirtz, VA.

Surviving are his wife, Michele Taylor, sons Greg Taylor (Gena) and Eric Taylor (Alli); daughters...

February 1, 2025

Sharon Jones Davis, age 68 of Ferrum went to be with the Lord Saturday, February 1, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Mildred Carter Jones; and brothers, Roger Jones and J.C. Jones.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 48 years, Stevie Davis; daughters, Nicole Davis, Jessica Thompson (Bryan); son, Cody...

February 1, 2025

Terry Scott Marsh, lovingly known as Scott, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on April 2, 1961, Scott lived a life defined by love, loyalty, dedication to his country and most of all, to his family. Scott proudly served in the United States Army as a Ranger, dedicating himself to his country...

January 30, 2025

James A. Parker (Tony), age 56, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He shared 15 years of partnership with Kathy Gullion.

Born February 16, 1968 in Richmond, VA, he was the son of James Kenneth Parker and Pricilla Taylor. He spent many years as a transmission mechanic and was the owner...

January 29, 2025

Linda K. Winge, age 83 died Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Services will be held in Ambler, PA at a later date. Local arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

January 29, 2025

Frank W. Woods, age 89 of Callaway died Wednesday, January 29, 2025. He was born May 21, 1935 a son of the late James and Virginia Wade Woods and was also preceded in death by numerous brothers and sisters. Frank retired from NAPA Auto Parts after many years of service in the automotive parts industry. Surviving are his long-time...

January 26, 2025

Born August 16, 1930 in Columbia, TN and raised in nearby Mt. Pleasant, Kathryn “Katty” Hopkins Renick died on Sunday, January 26, 2025 after battling Alzheimer’s disease. She was preceded in death by her parents, Case Dickson Hopkins and Josephine Hamm Hopkins; brother, Case D. Hopkins, Jr. (Hop); and husband of 69 years, Van Taliaferro Renick, the former rector...

January 26, 2025

Elizabeth Diane Overstreet Carson, age 68 of Rocky Mount passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Vincent Carson III; and mother, Catherine Chapman. Surviving are her two daughters, Tracy Carson and Jamey Carson; grandchildren, Summer Pagans, Chelsea Pagans, Brandon Carson (fiancé, Alexis), Lane Shortt, Nevaeh Pagans and Haleigh Carson;...

January 25, 2025

Pansy Diane Smith, 79, of Glade Hill, Virginia passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at her home in Glade Hill, Virginia surrounded by her family. Her greatest joy in life was being a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, J.R. Smith; her sons, Robert Smith (Kay), David Smith...

January 24, 2025

Julie Laws Sullivan, 66, of Penhook, Va., unexpectedly departed her earthly home on January 24, 2025. She was born on November 2, 1958, in Granite Falls, N.C., to the late Estelle and Willard Amos Laws, Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by in death by her beloved brother, Willard Amos Laws, Jr.

She was...

January 23, 2025

Frances Ellen Wray Law, age 98 of Rocky Mount went to be with her Lord Thursday, January 23, 2025. Frances was a devoted wife, loving mother and proud GiGi to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years Alfred. Her parents, Carey Thomas and Eva Ellen Wray also predeceased her; as...

January 22, 2025

With hearts both heavy and grateful, we celebrate the beautiful life of Diana D. McKinney, who arrived as a blessing to this world on January 23, 1954, and took her place in heaven January 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She is now reunited with those who have gone before her. Diana was the beloved daughter of the late...