July 21, 2022

Ann Lee Alexander Cook of Rocky Mount, Virginia, died on July 21, 2022, after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Judge William A. Alexander and Elizabeth Bennett Alexander.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 52 years, Roderick Shannon Cook; her daughter Elizabeth Shannon Cook Jeans and her...

July 20, 2022

Mary Ester Sauer, age 94, of Rocky Mount Virginia, left her earthly home to join our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. She passed away peacefully in her home. Mary was employed by Stanleytown Furniture. Co. for 18 years. After early retirement she enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She...

July 19, 2022

Cristian Joel Hernandez, age 18, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Cristian was a graduate of Franklin County High School, he also had a certificate in Electrical Wiring by VWCC, and was currently working as an electrical apprentice. He is survived by his mother; Ester Vertiz-Araiza, father; Efrain Silva-Hernandez, two younger brothers; Brandon Hernandez,...

July 18, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Joel (Dan) Kingery. He was a light in this world, and now we need to continue shining his light by carrying it within us in our own lives.

Dan was born on November 24, 1936. He was preceded in death by his loving wife...

July 17, 2022

Taylor Dean Hardy, age 32, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2022, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was surrounded by numerous family members and close friends.

Taylor was born May 2, 1990. He was a standout athlete in school. Taylor enjoyed playing sports as well as watching his favorite football team, the Green Bay Packers, and baseball...

July 17, 2022

Nancy Marie Hall, age 78 of Franklin County went to receive her eternal reward on Sunday, July 17, 2022. She was a kind and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend who has dedicated her life to the Lord. She is preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Hall; parents, Hazel and Cabel Law; and sister, Phyllis “Diane” Pagans....

July 17, 2022

Robert David Gaubatz, age 84 of Rocky Mount passed away Sunday, July 17, 2022. He was born April 9, 1938 a son of the late Fred and Lillian Evans Gaubatz. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Fred Jr., Joe, Richard, Paul and Jerry; sister, Lillian Bird. Surviving to cherish his memory, daughter Sandra Law (Mike); two...

July 17, 2022

Grady “Buddy” H. Turner, Jr., age 75 of Callaway went to Heaven Sunday, July 17, 2022. He was born October 23, 1946 to the late Grady H. and Dorothy Turner and was also preceded in death by his brother, Bill Grant; and two nephews, Timmy Grant and Eddie Grant. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years,...

July 17, 2022

Omar Santiago Lozano-Torres, age 20 of Callaway, Virginia passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2022. Omar was a full-time student at ODU and had completed two years of his undergraduate. He was currently employed with Procon, Inc. as a safety representative. Surviving are his mother, Maria Torres-Quintero; father, Juan Santiago Lozano-Mejia; brothers Alonso Lozano-Torres, Ernesto Lozano-Torres, Jose Jesus Lozano-Torres;...

July 17, 2022

Randy Lee Thurman, age 56 of Glade Hill died Sunday, July 17, 2022. Visitation will be held 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount.

July 16, 2022

Lester R. Trout Jr, age 88 of Rocky Mount went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus, surrounded by loving family and friends on Saturday July 16, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester R. Trout Sr. and Hettie P. Trout; his brother and sister-in-law, Roy and Sandra...

July 13, 2022

Opal Hancock Arduino, age 96 of Rocky Mount, VA and formerly of College Park, MD finished her earthly journey peacefully Wednesday, July 13, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Peter F. Hancock and Cora Foster Hancock; her husband, Anthony Arduino (Tony); brothers, Walter Hancock, Frank Mason Hancock, Posey Hancock, Harold Hancock, and James Russell Hancock; sisters,...

July 11, 2022

Elaine Tosh Brooks, age 80 of Union Hall died Monday, July 11, 2022 in a Roanoke Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.T. Brooks; parents, Grover C. and Hettie Smith Tosh; brother, Grover C. “Junior” Tosh, Jr.; and two sisters-in-law, Bernice Midkiff and Trish Walker. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Robert Adkins of...

July 10, 2022

Patricia Ann Zerby, age 75 of Rocky Mount, passed away Sunday, July 10, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Zerby Jr.; mother, Edith Jackson; father, Henry Dykeman; and sister, Edwina Murphy. Surviving are her children, James Zerby III, Catherine Walker (Chad), and Melody Newton (Bill); 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and her faithful furry companion, Tucker....

July 9, 2022

Kathryn L. Fish of Smith Mountain Lake, VA, Clifton-Centreville, VA, Alexandria, VA, Sandborn, IN, Lafayette, IN. passed away July 9, 2022.

She is a loving wife, mom, Grammy, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and companion to all in her life.

She graduated from Purdue University and enjoyed a successful career as an executive at Navy Federal...

July 9, 2022

Late Saturday evening, July 9, 2022, God came into Bro. Michael Tyree Tinsley's home in Rocky Mount, Va. and whispered a gentle call to Michael saying "Come on home and rest from your labor." Michael then entered peacefully into eternal rest at the age of 62. Michael was born in Franklin County, Virginia on August 13, 1959. Mike was...

July 9, 2022

Connie Mae Brown, age 66 of Glade Hill, passed away Saturday, July 9, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Perry Sr. and Shirley Brown. Surviving are her daughter, Sheila Cumbee (DeWayne); grandchildren, Liberty, Eli, Levi, and Austin; brother, Perry Brown, Jr. (Debbie); sister, Tammy Brumfield; her niece, Tonya and her family, Owen, Riley, Emery, and Avery;...

July 7, 2022

Bertha “Jean” Woods Powell, age 81 of Henry has went to meet Jesus, our Savior on Thursday, July 7, 2022. She now walks the streets of gold with her husband Elbert; and parents, Charlie W. and Mattie C. Woods. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Marvin, CW, and Russell Woods; sister, Margaret Crook; and brothers-in-law, Sam...

July 5, 2022

James V. Causey, age 48 of Glade Hill died Tuesday, July 5, 2022. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sue Causey. Surviving are his children, Sierra Caldwell (Roy), Kierra, Jessica and James Causey; granddaughter, Tesla Causey; brothers, Joey and Mike Causey. A memorial service is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider...

July 5, 2022

Donald Lee Foster (Red), age 86, of Wirtz, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at home. He was pre-deceased by his brother, Bill Foster (Nancy). Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Ruby Lumsden Foster, children; Michael Foster (Sharon), Ricky Foster (Gay), Timothy Foster, grandchildren; Sumer Tucker (Geoffrey), Ashley Foster, brother; Glen Foster (Loretta), sister; Mary McBride...