August 16, 2024

Rev. Robert Thornton, 80, (known as Bubba) born June 9, 1944 in Mentcle, PA went home to heaven, Friday, August 16, 2024 at 9:19PM at home with his family in Moneta, VA. He was the husband of Naomi Armour Thornton for 57 years and was a minister of the Gospel for more than 56 years until his...

August 15, 2024

Margaret Hudson Hodges age 99, born January 18, 1925, was called home Thursday, August 15, 2024. She was a native of Franklin County, oldest child of the late Raymond V. and Ruby B. Hudson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, G. Wilson Hodges; infant sister, Irma; brother, Ned Hudson; great-nephews & great-niece, David Allen,...

August 15, 2024

Edith Laverne Young, mother, grandmother and friend born March 4, 1926 has departed this earthly home and joined her heavenly family August 15, 2024 at the age of 98.

Edith was the seventh daughter and the ninth of ten children of Andrew Patrick (Pat) Young and Della Virginia McGhee Young who lived in the Hawpatch area of...

August 13, 2024

Irene Louise Carmody Schaible, 91, of Moneta/Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Our Lady of the Valley in Roanoke. Irene was born November 8, 1932 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to Cyril and Irene Carmody, election day for Franklin D. Roosevelt’s first term. She graduated from Linden High School in 1950, 4th in her class...

August 13, 2024

James Earl Shively, 84, of Ferrum, Virginia passed away on August 13, 2024, in Bristol, Tennessee surrounded by his family after a brief struggle with cancer. Born on May 21, 1940, in Endicott, Virginia, he will be remembered for his dedication to working hard and his enduring love for his family.

James honorably served his country in...

August 13, 2024

Helen Hodges Bennett, age 78 of Rocky Mount passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. She was born April 25, 1946 a daughter of the late Alvin and Madaline Hodges. Surviving are her husband of 59 years, Jimmy Bennett; son, Kevin Bennett (Jennifer); daughter, Kelley Craghead (Tracy); and grandsons, Logan McGuire and Ashton Bennett. She was a loving wife,...

August 13, 2024

Raymond Brainard “Ray” Woolson III, 65, of Penhook passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on August 13, 2024. Ray was born on December 30, 1958 to Raymond and Patricia Woolson in Plattsburgh, New York. Ray is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Catherine Belle Cooper Woolson, sons Raymond Woolson, Cooper (Elizabeth) Woolson, Story...

August 11, 2024

With profound sorrow, we announce that William Dale “Bill” Collins, 84, died unexpectedly Sunday, August 11th, 2024, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born June 10th, 1940, in Columbia, Missouri, the son of Glen C. and Anna L. Collins. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Ivan, John, Gene, Donnie; his sister, Mary; and his wife, Joyce....

August 10, 2024

Rachel “Kitty” Boitnott, age 87 of Boones Mill passed away Saturday, August 10, 2024. She was born August 10, 1937 to the late Fred and Dora Martin. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by numerous brothers and sisters. Surviving are her two sons, Dean (Cherri) Boitnott and Brandol (Karen) Boitnott; grandchildren, Jacob...

August 9, 2024

Justin Michael Hunter Stiltner, age 18 of Callaway, a beloved son, grandson, brother and friend to so many, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Elizabeth Coleman; great-grandfather, Michael Coleman; and special uncles, David Trusty and Scottie Holmes. Surviving are his mother, Amie Coleman (husband, Steven Overfelt); father, Justin Stiltner...

August 8, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Layne, age 79 of Moneta passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024. Arrangements are pending and will be announced by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mountain Lake.

August 8, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Frenzel Layne, age 79 of Moneta, passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024. She was born March 14, 1945 in New Brunswick, Canada. She was a former resident of Waynesboro, VA and has lived in Moneta, VA for the last 31 years. Ann retired from Virginia Western Community College where she spent her last few years...

August 8, 2024

Ronald Dalton Ferguson, Sr. age 81 of Endicott passed on to be with Lord on August 8, 2024. Ronnie was a loving husband and devoted father, a lifelong outdoorsman and loved hunting with his boys and all the members of Shooting Creek Hunt Club. He fished with his wife, his sons and grandchildren and spent many days along Runnett...

August 7, 2024

Russell James Bolling, age 65 of Rocky Mount died Wednesday, August 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy and Catherine Bolling; brother, Frank Bolling; and granddaughter, Danielle. Surviving are his sons, PT Wood, James Bolling and wife Megan; daughter, Tracey Carr and her children and grandchildren; grandchildren, Posey, Ryleigh, Ireland, Olivia; brother, Bobby...

August 6, 2024

On August 6, 2024, Jesus called home Tammy Kay Hodges, age 44 of Rocky Mount, VA. She may have lost her battle to cancer, but she was greeted into the arms of Jesus. She is reunited with her dad, George Dillon; grandparents, Raymond and Gladys Hodges; and several aunts and uncles. Leaving behind to cherish her memory...

August 6, 2024

John W. Relyea III, age 81 of Boones Mill died unexpectedly Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at his personal residence. He was born November 6, 1942, in Albany, New York. He is the son of John W. Relyea II and Dora M. Doubles. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara A. Relyea.

John graduated from...

August 5, 2024

Brent Alan Austin was born December 26, 1960 in Rocky Mount, Virginia. He passed away at his home in his sleep on Monday, August 5, 2024 at the age of 63 years, 7 months and 10 days. He was married on July 1, 1978 to Sarah Nead.

Daddy spent his life doing various jobs until he went...

August 4, 2024

Mary Jane was born November 10, 1956 to Donald and Frances McNeil. Mary dedicated her life to helping other beginning as a volunteer paramedic in her teens into early adulthood, a registered nurse, special education teacher with Roanoke County, volunteer for Operation Christmas Joy at Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, helping inmates obtain GED’s at Roanoke County/Salem jail, training and...

August 3, 2024

Tammy Otey Leigg, age 63 of Rocky Mount passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024. She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Allen Otey and her sister, Janet Wilson. Surviving are her companion of 20 years, Dwayne Leigg; children, James Jones, Blake Jones, Jessie Jones and Crystal Manies; step-son, Mark Leigg; eight grandchildren and numerous nieces,...

August 2, 2024

George Arnold Cooper, “Pug” age 77 of Rocky Mount passed away Friday, August 2, 2024. He was born August 9, 1946 and married December 24, 1964 to Doreta Hodges. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doreta; son, Michael; parents, Andrew and Beck Cooper; brother, Lannie Cooper; and three sisters, Harriet, Dana and Amanda Cooper. Left to cherish...