November 9, 2025

Our hearts are heavy as we share the passing of our dear and gentle soul, David Lee Ingram, who peacefully entered the arms of his Lord at 3:48 a.m. on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

David was a light in this world — kind, tender-hearted, and full of quiet grace. He was born July 10, 1944, a son of the late Henry...

November 8, 2025

Eddie Lee Webster of Boones Mill passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, he was 72 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman Peters Webster and Frances Abshire Webster; brother, Herman Philip Webster; and his step-son, Kevin Walterson.

Eddie is survived by his wife, Connie Sigmon Webster, who he called the love of his life. He is also...

November 7, 2025

Rhonda Luann Blackwood, age 64 of Rocky Mount passed away Friday, November 7, 2025. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Beckner; father, Reggie Rigney; along with her brother, Rex Rigney; and sister, Kathy Rigney. She is survived by her son, Gregory Witcher; granddaughter, Gia Witcher; cousins, Tracy Rigney and Melissa Torres; niece, Julia Rigney and a special...

November 6, 2025

Mary Margaret Perdue, age 59 of Rocky Mount, VA passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025, at her home. She was born November 10, 1965, in New Martinsville, WV. The daughter of the late Everett and Edith Holt Haught. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her significant other Edward Lee Houseman of 30 years; maternal grandparents,...

November 5, 2025

It is with a saddened heart that we announce the passing of Ricky Dale Pagans, age 66 of Rocky Mount, VA on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. He was the only son of the late Henry Hoover Pagans and Norma Carol Zeigler Pagans. However, Ricky is rejoicing as he has longed to get back to his parents in heaven, along with...

November 2, 2025

Charlie Lee Adkins, age 88 of Ferrum, Virginia passed away November 2nd, 2025. Many family and friends knew Charlie by his nickname Cotton. Cotton was born and raised in the Mountains and Hollers of Endicott. He may have said that he would like to get out of that Holler, but he’d say he could never convince Rachel to leave. Charlie...

November 2, 2025

Marie Saul Abshire, 100 years old, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025 at The Lodge at Old Trail in Crozet, VA. She was a member of the Boones Mill Church of the Brethren, where she served as Deacon for many years and was also a member of the Ladies’ Quilting Group. Mrs. Abshire was preceded in death by her parents,...

November 1, 2025

Junior Jefferson Hodges, age 94 of Rocky Mount passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

He was born on August 10, 1931, a son of the late Charlie and Lucy Hodges. He was preceded in death by his wives, Vernell Moran Hodges and Peggy Toney Hodges; his brothers and sisters, Eunice Altis, Edgar Hodges, Elizabeth Overstreet, Rachel Via, Clyde Hodges, William...

October 31, 2025

Estelle Shively Thompson, age 94, of Ferrum, VA went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 31, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Mark and Lula Shively. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Buford, and sisters, Mildred Scott, Mary Sauers, Geneva Hodges, Virginia Hodges and Opal Thompson; brothers, Millard, Kermit...

October 31, 2025

Evelyn McGhee Dunman, age 81 of Rocky Mount passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Milton McGhee and Myrtle Young McGhee. She is also preceded in death by her first husband, Carlton Mason; second husband, John Dunman; sister, Bonnie Woods; and brothers, Larry McGhee and Dick McGhee.

Evelyn was a homemaker and enjoyed singing....

October 29, 2025

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Roberta Ann Belcher Hughes, 70, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, peacefully transitioned from this life.

Roberta was born on December 24, 1954, in Bassett, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alease Roberta Reid Belcher and Henry Lee Belcher; her siblings Charles Belcher, Henry Belcher Jr., Bernard Belcher, Mae Frances Wedlow, and Nancy Henderson; and...

October 28, 2025

Deborah Webster, age 68, of Callaway, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born June 15, 1957, Deborah was a lifelong resident of Franklin County and a friend to just about everyone who ever crossed her path. For many years, she worked in the Franklin County Public School system as...

October 28, 2025

Diane S. Hodges, age 66 of Rocky Mount passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Donnie Hodges; her daughter, Kimberly Anderson (Jeff Whitlow); grandchildren, John Hodges (Abby), Freddy Anderson (Brandi), James Anderson (Savannah); great-grandchildren, Karsin Hodges, Rivey Cooper, Gabby Hodges, Presley Trent, Parker Anderson (soon to be); sister-in-law, Joyce Willie; along with...

October 25, 2025

Annie Lee Gibson, age 82 of Roanoke passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025. Surviving are her loving husband, Edgar Gibson, Jr.; and her grandson, Colton Wray. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

October 24, 2025

Pamela Wragg Chase Hain was born September 14, 1936 at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, DC to Lt. Colonel Richard Chase and Judith Dubose Wragg Chase. She passed away at age 89 on October 24th at Runk & Pratt Assisted Living Community, Hardy. She was predeceased by her parents and brothers, Dr. (PhD) Richard Conant Chase (Eva Marie) of Tewsbury,...

October 23, 2025

John Williams Beavers, Jr. age 82 of Martinsville passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025. He was born May 6, 1943, the son of late John Beavers, Sr. and Hazel Winsette Beavers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Chin Beavers. Surviving are his wife, Naomi Wood Beavers; children, John William Beavers III, Brian Keith...

October 15, 2025

Shane, a beloved son, cherished brother, and devoted friend, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025 and joined his father, Charles Edward Pritchard.

He is survived by his loving and dedicated mother, Debra "DJ" Pritchard, and his supportive and loving sister, Kristin "Blue" Pritchard (Tom). Shane’s memory will be treasured by his special uncle,...

October 14, 2025

On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, an angel that walked this earth went to her heavenly home.

Linda May Wimmer is leaving behind a husband that “loved her more than she would ever know,” Eddie Wimmer. She is also leaving the best son, C.J. Minnix that she could have ever asked for and his...

October 13, 2025

Ruth P. Preston, age 90 of Glade Hill passed away Monday, October 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Donald Preston. A graveside service will be held at Franklin Memorial Park, 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

October 13, 2025

James Lynwood Handy, 85, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday morning, October 13, 2025.

Born on September 1, 1940, Lynwood was the son of the late James Andrew Handy and Hattie Via Handy. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Randolph “Randy” Handy and William Joseph “Bill” Handy, and...