December 17, 2023

Geraldine Walker “Jerri” Webster, 95, left us to be with her Lord and Savior on December 17, 2023. A lifelong resident of Roanoke City, Franklin County and recently a resident at Richfield Living, Salem, Va.

She was preceded in death by her parents Girlie Mae and Cecil Walker and infant son Jerry Wayne Webster. She is survived...

December 13, 2023

Kelly Wray Hancock was born on Friday, November 11, 1949, to the late Reva & Leroy Hancock. He departed this life at the age of 74 on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the VA Hospital in Roanoke, VA.

Kelly was raised in Rocky Mount. He graduated from Franklin County High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army....

December 13, 2023

Our Precious mother, Madeline Jones Sink, formerly of Roanoke and Moneta, peacefully passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 13, 2023. She was a daughter of the late Robert Lee and Addie Humphreys Jones. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Charlie Edward Sink;...

December 12, 2023

Richard Maus, 74, passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was b orn June 8th, 1949, in Sapporo, Japan to Harold Joseph (USMC, Army) and Loretta Elizabeth (USMC), Richard had fond memories of world travel and military life growing up. While attached to Ft Dix, NJ, Richie graduated from Burlington Township High (1968) where he...

December 12, 2023

Penny Lee Altice, age 72 of Rocky Mount passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Edward “Eddie” Altice; mother, Ellen McGhee; father, Jack McGhee; and brother, James McGhee. Surviving are her children, Herbie Altice (Kim), Maria Cipolletti (Brian) and Angela Mattox (Ricky Bell); grandchildren, Courtney Altice, Kayle Stanley,...

December 10, 2023

Robert Lewis ‘Bob’ Connelley of Hardy, VA passed away peacefully at home on December 10, 2023.  Beloved husband of Joan Wright. Bob was born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 22, 1945 to the late Wanda (Miller) and Russell K. Connelley.

Bob joined the U.S. Navy after high school and served in Guam and on the USS Enterprise...

December 10, 2023

Denise Gibson Hall, age 68 of Rocky Mount, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 10, 2023. She was preceded in death by her mother, Stella Mae Hudson Dillon Gibson; and brothers, James Ewell “J.E.” Dillon, John Neal “Jackie” Gibson and Richard Lynn “Ricky” Gibson. Surviving are her sisters, Julia Wimmer (Ray) and...

December 10, 2023

Joyce Nunley Weaver, age 66 of Penhook passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward Roy Nunley “Joe” and Ruth Wagner Nunley. Surviving Joyce is her husband, Stafford; son, Rex Anderson (Kayla); her brothers, Charles Nunley (Becky) and Johnny Nunley (Allison); step-children, Jimmy Weaver (Cristen), Kim Amos (Roger) and Samantha Brown (Brandon)...

December 9, 2023

David Wayne Knapp, age 61 of Ferrum, passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Knapp; step-daughter, Donna Whitlock (Richie); grandchildren, Ashley Hale (Zachary), Zachary Hale and Carla Whitlock and four great-grandchildren, Raleigh Wood, Brantley Wood, Everly Underwood and Paisley Wood. A memorial service will be held at the home at a later date....

December 7, 2023

Darrell Wayne Brubaker, 70, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023, in Roanoke, Virginia. Darrell was a loving son, brother, uncle, and kind, caring friend. He was a member of Antioch Church of the Brethren, played sports and graduated from Franklin County High School, and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University with a degree in...

December 5, 2023

Sandra D. Clements “Sis”, age 67 of Rocky Mount passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vester Dillon and Frances Hodges Broce; step-father, Jim Broce; father-in-law, Lewis Clements; several aunts and uncles. Surviving are her husband of 38 years, Kevin Clements; son, Dillon Clements; her dog, Hank; sister, Sue Farris (Carl); brothers-in-law,...

December 2, 2023

Michael Carey Miles, age 71, departed for heaven on December 2nd, 2023, was born on November 19th, 1952, in Roswell, New Mexico, to Asa Lemuel Miles and Rose Eakman Miles. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his siblings: Mahala, Matthew, and Mark. Michael was known for his soft-spoken and kind demeanor, leaves behind a...

December 1, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John “Johnny” Marvin Johnson. Born March 6, 1938, in Ferrum, Virginia, Johnny's life was marked by his faith, a deep commitment to family, a passion for the arts, and a dedication to his work and community. Johnny also loved his country and served in the U.S. Army National...

November 29, 2023

Deborah (Debbie) Eanes Rifendifer, 61 of Glade Hill, VA took her last breath on earth and her first breath in heaven on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. She is survived by her eternally devoted husband of 40 years, Allen Rifendifer; her brother Jack Eanes and sister in law, Carolyn; her sister Gayle Jackson and brother-in-law Rodger; her two daughters, Susan...

November 29, 2023

Linda Schurz-Vaught, 62, of Providence Forge, VA passed away November 29, 2023 at her home. In the midst of a 27-month battle with an exceptionally rare cancer, Linda departed for heaven with her family at her side. Though there is grief over her physical absence, they never lost hope and belief in a miracle, offering thanks and...

November 28, 2023

Joe Tinsley, age 79 of Rocky Mount, departed this life on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.  He was born in Franklin County on August 16, 1944.  He was the son of the late Gilmore “Pete” Tinsley and Frances Alice Tyree Tinsley.  In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by three sisters, Dorothy L. Mackenhimer, Phyllis...

November 25, 2023

Wilmer Sparkman Lee, “Sparky,” passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, in Rocky Mount, Virginia. Sparky was born in Dillon, SC, on July 25, 1945.

After graduation from college, he spent his entire working career in Raleigh, NC. Upon retirement, he relocated to Ferrum, VA, and enjoyed the Virginia mountains and his home on 36 acres.

November 25, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tyler Scott Burford on November 25, 2023, at the age of 28, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and warmth that touched the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Born on May 11, 1995, Tyler was the cherished son of Sally Hale...

November 24, 2023

Eleanor Theresa Suydam nee Hayes- "Ellie"- of Rocky Mount, went to be with her Lord on Friday, November 24, 2023. Eleanor was 95 years old. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Lloyd "Jake" Suydam on November 7, 1991. Surviving her are her daughter, Donna Suydam Laing and husband Cliff Laing, her granddaughter, Tamara "Tammy Joy" Robb...

November 24, 2023

Ronald Wray "Ron" Hodges, age 74 of Rocky Mount passed after a short illness Thursday, November 24, 2023 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born June 22, 1949 in Rocky Mount, VA, the son of Tony and Daisy (Wray) Hodges. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Peggy Morris, Judy Bussey and Mary Tuttle.

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