November 23, 2024

Michael "Mike" Lee Crawford, Sr., age 58 of Moneta passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024. He was born February 5, 1966 to the late Roy and Jeanette Barrette Crawford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jerry Schaffer and Tommy Shouse; sister, Brenda Cox; nephew, Gary Crawford; and cousin, Ray Crawford....

November 22, 2024

Robert “Bobby” Allen Almond, age 69 of Boones Mill passed away Friday, November 22, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, George William Almond, Sr.; and brother, Louis Edward Almond. Surviving are his mother, Joyce T. Almond; brothers, George William “Bill” Almond, Jr. (Tammy) and John “Johnny” Finley Almond (Valerie); sister-in-law, Sharlene Almond; nephew, Micah...

November 19, 2024

Ira Aaron “Bud” Roth, age 89, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, passed away peacefully of natural causes at 1:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Born on November 21, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, Bud was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Bud is survived by his...

November 19, 2024

Kelly Denise Schaller, age 61 of Rocky Mount passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Robert W. Schaller; mother, Carolyn F. Lantz; daughter, Danielle D. Morehouse; grandchildren, Ava D. Buggs-Morehouse, Avanté M. Buggs; step-children, Nicole Schaller and Nicholas Schaller; step-grandchildren, Solara Rodriguiez, Alonzo Rodriguiez, Valentino Rodriguiez; siblings, Terri Russell (Allen, deceased), Ed Lantz (Sue),...

November 19, 2024

Nathan Ryan Montgomery, age 36, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Nathan was the best grandson, son, brother, uncle, and friend, whose kind heart and infectious spirit touched everyone he met. His memory will forever be cherished by those who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be...

November 19, 2024

James Emmett “Jim” Hartigan, Sr., age 100, of Roanoke, Virginia, completed his earthly journey on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. He was born on August 31, 1924 in Vinton, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph D. Hartigan and Sallie Moore Hartigan, son-in-law, John Hickle, grandson, Anthony Hickle, and all of his siblings. Jim is survived by...

November 18, 2024

Robert Peter Donaldson, age 70 of Moneta passed away Monday, November 18, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at EastLake Community Church, (1201 Timberwood Lane, Moneta), 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 12, 2024 Arrangements  by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mtn. Lake

November 18, 2024

Joyce Mason Frith, age 93 of Rocky Mount passed away Monday, November 18, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, James B. Frith “J.B.”; her son, Doug Frith; parents, Judson and Betty Mason; mother-in-law and father in-law, Douglas and Ruby Frith; and grandson, James Dean Frith. Joyce is survived by her daughter, Susan Hall; son, Dennis Frith;...

November 17, 2024

Elsie Law Harrison, age 92 of Rocky Mount passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024. Elsie was born July 16, 1932 to the late Owen and Addie Law. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Cletis Clyde Harrison; granddaughter, Julie Ann Harrison; six sisters and five brothers. She is survived by her two sons, Henry “Jack” Harrison (Gloria),...

November 16, 2024

Ruth Pettway Meador, age 85 of Wirtz died Saturday, November 16, 2024. She was born June 28, 1939 a daughter of the late Charles and Mildred Pettway. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John H. Meador; and siblings, J.C., Kearny, Estelle, Hershell, Wanda and Roy. Surviving are her sons, Johnny Meador, Vic Reed, Mike...

November 15, 2024

Eldon Lee Bowman born January 16, 1949, departed this life on November 15, 2024 at 75 years 9 months and 29 days. He married Brenda (Jones) on January 18, 1969 and they had almost 56 years together. After getting married they lived in Hagerstown, Maryland where he served 2 years doing his CO service. They then returned...

November 15, 2024

Betty Jane Lawson, age 75 of Rocky Mount passed away Friday, November 15, 2024. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lucille Byrd; step-father, Alfred Byrd; and one grandson, Joseph Jones. Surviving are her five daughters, Carolyn Roark (Vincent), Betty Bell, Phyllis Mullins, Ronnie Bennett and Teresa Thompson (Joshua); several grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; sisters, Debra...

November 14, 2024

Barbara Diane Wilcox, age 85 of Hardy passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024. She was born December 9, 1938 to the late Arthur and Annice Wolf Nelson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death her loving husband of 55 years, Allen Wilcox and her brother, Richard Nelson. Surviving are her children, Wendy Reed Erlandson,...

November 14, 2024

Lauretta Louise Robertson Ellis, age 85 of Hardy, VA passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024. She was born April 1, 1939, daughter of Charlie W. Robertson and Grace Pagans Robertson. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband, Robert Crafton (“Bear”) Ellis; brothers, Bookie Robertson (Phyllis), Giles Pruitt, Sherman Robertson (Sue); sisters, Shirley Ellis (Arthur),...

November 13, 2024

On the morning of November 13, 2024, Pattie L. English Amos awoke in the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ.

A Glade Hill resident born of the late Margie Turner English.

The wife of Robert Amos entailed a special bond that was truly sent from heaven above. Robert and Pattie along with brother-in-law, Earnest, the...

November 13, 2024

Carl Edward Farris, age 72 of Rocky Mount passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elsie Farris; father, James (Ed) Farris; and siblings, Jim Farris, Bernard Laprade, Donnie Farris and Janice Martin. Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Susan Farris; son, Robin Farris (Terra); grandchildren, Isabelle and Guiseppe; siblings, Mary Johnson,...

November 13, 2024

Virginia Dorthea Hairston “Ginny”, age 76 of Rocky Mount died Wednesday, November 13, 2024. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Mountain View Memorial Park with Pastor Joe Dillon officiating. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

November 12, 2024

Elsie Carol (Slone) McKnight died unexpectedly November 12, 2024 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born March 4, 1931 at Callaway, Virginia the daughter of Elton and Blanch Slone.

Elsie started life on a farm in Virginia. By the time she lost her father at the age of 11 she had six siblings and her mother was...

November 10, 2024

Robert Tolliver of Rocky Mount passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024. Funeral services will be held at Flora Funeral Chapel 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 16, 2024. Interment will follow in Truevine Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. His family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

November 10, 2024

Mark Vincent Maisenhelder, age 62 of Rocky Mount passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024. A graveside service will be held at Mountain View Memorial Park, 10:00 a.m. Thursday, November 14, 2024 with Pastor Joe Dillon officiating. Arrangement by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.