October 9, 2024

Sevilla Marie Ashworth Bower, age 95 of Rocky Mount passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. She was born on December 27, 1928, in Rocky Mount, VA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Paul Bower; parents, George and Dorinda Ashworth; siblings, Howard, Eva, Denton, Nellie, Albert, Mary and George; and her oldest daughter, Frances...

October 9, 2024

Deborah Faye “Debbie” Haynes, age 69 of Snow Creek died Wednesday, October 9, 2024. She was born November 2, 1954 and was preceded in death by her sister, Kay W. Boyd. Debbie was a beloved mother and grandmother. Her love for her grandchildren was unmatched. She was a devoted member of Snow Creek Christian Church for more than 50...

October 8, 2024

Donald “Donnie” Lee Flora, 78, of Boones Mill, VA, stepped out of time and into eternity to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.

As a young teenager he met the love of his life, Marie Sink Flora, and they married in 1965. They celebrated 59 years of marriage in August...

October 8, 2024

Raymond Louis Whirley, age 70 of Martinsville passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2024. There will be no services. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

October 8, 2024

Charles Edward Pasley, 86, died unexpectedly on October 8, 2024, at his residence, Elm Park Estates in Roanoke, Virginia. Charles was born on January 4, 1938, in Boones Mill, Virginia, the son of Charlie and Drusilla (Layman) Pasley.

Charles graduated from Franklin County High School, class of 1956. Following graduation, he received his Bachelor of Arts in...

October 7, 2024

Roger Eugene Budner, 94 of Hardy died at home on Monday, October 7, 2024. He was born May 31, 1930, in Bluefield, West Virginia, the son of John Budner and Mary Henderson Budner. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, John and Bob Budner. Roger graduated from Bluefield High School and attended Concord College. He served in...

October 6, 2024

Betty Jean Meeks Mullins, loving mother and Nannie, was born September 7, 1945 to the late Fred and Beulah Meeks. She passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024. Betty was also preceded in death by her brother, Wilford Meeks; and her sister, Christine Altice. Betty loved spending time with her children, Timmy Mullins (Renee), Tammy Harrell (Ricky) and...

October 5, 2024

Virginia Estelle Mendoza, age 70 of Ferrum passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

October 4, 2024

Lance Jay Zepp, age 65 of Rocky Mount passed away Friday, October 4, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland Eugene Zepp and Violet Davis Zepp. He is survived by his wife, Josephine; daughters, Emma Eldridge (John), Christina Pyles and Erica Hall; 11 grandchildren; one great- grandchild; sisters, Lisa and Lori, along with several nieces and...

October 3, 2024

Vonne R. Bailey, 59, unexpectedly died on October 3, 2024 in her home in Boones Mill, Virginia. She was born April 24, 1965. She is preceded in death by her mother, Robin Dunford; and sister, Dierdre Teeter.

Vonne is survived by her beloved husband of 32 years, Herbert (Barry) Bailey; son, Cody and his wife Rachel; son,...

October 3, 2024

Bennie Franklin Carter, age 95 of Rocky Mount died Thursday, October 3, 2024 at his home. Bennie was born in Elkin, NC on February 21, 1929 a son of the late Walter Franklin Carter, Sr. and Martha Alice Hinson Carter. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Vanessa Carter; and siblings, Ruth Carter Reece (Paul), Howard Carter...

October 3, 2024

David Lewis Quinn, age 71 of Ferrum left for his heavenly home Thursday, October 3, 2024. He was born May 14, 1953, a son of the late Harold Christopher Quinn and Effie Wright Quinn. He was also preceded in death by a son Tim Quinn. Surviving are two sons, Randy Quinn (Janie), and Danny Quinn; 11 grandkids; and five...

October 2, 2024

Heather Amanda Brubaker Custer, beloved wife, mother, daughter was born November 2, 1977 and passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. She was a cherished member of the Callaway Community and will be missed by the Pre-K class at Callaway Elementary School. Amanda was known for her kind loving heart. Her unwavering support for her family, friends and...

October 1, 2024

Alton Junior Dent, age 81 of Glade Hill left for his heavenly home Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was born December 22, 1942, a son of the late John Junior Dent and Vera Powell Dent. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Hazel Johnson Dent. Surviving are his wife, Shirley...

September 28, 2024

Gladys Marie Gray, age 103 peacefully transitioned to Glory on September 28, 2024. She was born in Burnt Chimney, VA on April 1, 1921 to the late Fannie Mae Woody and John Oak Taylor. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Gray of 60 plus years; five brothers, James Wallace Patterson, Joe Delbert Patterson, William...

September 25, 2024

Bobby Sigmon, age 87 of Boones Mill, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. He spent his last days surrounded by family and friends. Bobby loved his family and was very proud of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He served as Trustee to Bethany Church of the Brethren. Providing a great work ethic for his children, he...

September 25, 2024

Carole Lee Fulcher Booth, 82, of Penhook, VA, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2024. Born on February 27, 1942, in Patrick Springs, VA, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Ford Fulcher and Mary Pansie Fulcher. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Vickie Lynn Fulcher.

Carole is survived by her loving husband...

September 25, 2024

Brenda Blankenship McNeil, age 80 of Rocky Mount died Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

September 24, 2024

Zita Lousie Sherlund “Zee”, age 83 of New Castle, passed away at home with her family Tuesday, September 24, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Weeks and Eleanor Eakin; brother, Milton Weeks; nephews, Shane and Scott Denise along with a great niece, Amber-Lee Blake English-Hodges. Zee is survived by her son, Michael and wife Shannon;...

September 24, 2024

Pattsy Martin Stilson, age 78 of Penhook, born on August 25, 1946, gained her wings while surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Douglas and Catherine Martin; her daughter, Catherine Arrington Hickson; grandson, Jerry Arrington Jr.; and great-grandchildren, Jenna Carr and Jameson Carr. All taken from this earth too...