June 14, 2021

Stanley Clay Pickeral, age 75 of Union Hall died Monday, June 14, 2021. He was a United States Army Veteran and a charter member of the Cool Branch Rescue Squad. He was preceded in death by his parents, Early M. and May Neville Pickeral; and daughter-in-law, Ameila Pickeral. Left to cherish his memory are his sons, Stacey Pickeral (Jennifer),...

June 13, 2021

Carolyn Sue Via Amos, 76, of Wirtz, loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed on to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 13 with her family by her side.

Sue was born in Boones Mill on June 12, 1945 to her late parents, Samuel Eugene and Mattie Carroll Via. She was also preceded in death by...

June 13, 2021

Shelby Shively Dudley, age 82 of Rocky Mount, Virginia passed away to her eternal home on Sunday, June 13, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.  She was retired from Select Sire Power, INC, after many years of service. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard H. Shively and Hazel Shively, and a brother, James R. Shively. She...

June 11, 2021

Mary Owen Minton, age 81 stepped into heaven on June 11, 2021, after fighting to recover from a devastating fall. She exchanged her brokenness for God’s presence, and her love, faith, and overcoming spirit will be dearly missed. She was surrounded by loved ones and prayed for by hundreds.

Mary’s kindhearted resourcefulness led her to care for...

June 10, 2021

Mildred E. Chitwood gained her wings peacefully at home on 06-10-21 with her family by her side in Franklin County, Virginia. She is survived by her daughters, Magdalene Chitwood (Jeff Underwood) & Donna Wright; grandchildren, Kayla Witcher (Brandon), Kelsey Chitwood, Ryan Dudley, & Marvin Wright; eight great-grandchildren. She was p receded in death by parents,...

June 8, 2021

James Luther “Jim” Sturgill III, age 53 of Rocky Mount died Tuesday, June 8, 2021. Surviving are his wife and best friend, Amy Sturgill; sons, James Luther Sturgill IV, Gregory Lynn Simmons, Garrett Cole Sturgill; grandsons, Jayce and Rowan; granddaughters, Erabella and Willow; brothers and sister, Jimmy M. Sturgill and wife Liz, Lorrie Sturgill, Andy Shires; parents, James Sturgill,...

June 7, 2021

Helen Austin Custer Akers, age 89 of Rocky Mount died Monday, June 7, 2021. She was born November 9, 1931 a daughter of the late James Taylor and Ruth Wright Austin. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Arnold Lee Custer; sisters, Lillian and Edith Austin who died in infancy; brothers, Robert “Eck”, Richard, Lloyd, Alfred,...

June 6, 2021

Danny Boone Brown, age 64 of Rocky Mount passed away at his home on Sunday, June 6, 2021, surrounded by his family after a short bout of pancreatic cancer. He was predeceased in death by his father, Jack Brown; and step-father, Denton Flora. He is survived by his son, Devin Alexander Brown, mother of his child and gracious caregiver,...

June 6, 2021

Sharon Kidd Motley, age 54, passed away at her home on Sunday, June 6, 2021. She is survived by her mother, Mary Ella Kidd of the home; and her sister, Donna Michelle Kidd of Greensboro, NC; devoted aunts and uncles, dedicated co-workers, church family and friends. Sharon was employed by Carilion Clinic of Martinsville, VA. She loved her job...

June 4, 2021

Lawrence Victor Armijo “Larry”, age 54 of Rocky Mount passed away Friday, June 4, 2021. He was preceded in death his parents, Henry Kline Armijo and Carol Alene Armijo; brothers, Jim Dennis Armijo and Carroll Nathan Cane. Surviving are daughter, Barbara Armijo; brothers, John David Armijo and wife Carol, Forrest Benjamin Armijo and wife Sherry, Andrew Luis Armijo; seven...

June 3, 2021

Randy Nelson Austin of Boones Mill, Virginia passed away on June 3rd, 2021 at the age of 62. Randy recently retired after 44 years at the John Deere dealership in Rocky Mount, Virginia where he was an invaluable master mechanic. His work ethic and meticulous craftsmanship was well known among the community. His hobbies included hunting, enjoying the outdoors,...

June 2, 2021

Lois Marie Shively Hopper, 65, passed on June 2, 2021, in Franklin County. She was born June 18, 1955, the daughter of Hillard Shively, Sr. and Elizabeth Drewry Shively. She was preceded in death by her brother, Roger Shively; sister, Pat Sink; daughter, Billie Jo Bandy; and husband, Dwight L. Hopper.

Lois graduated from Franklin County High...

June 2, 2021

Lena Dillon Fralin, age 92 of Rocky Mount died Wednesday, June 2, 2021. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Mountain View Memorial Park. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

May 31, 2021

George Renford (Renny) Bowles, age 91 of Rocky Mount was born September 24, 1929 and passed away Monday, May 31, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Law (Polly) Bowles; parents, George Wiley Bowles and Lera Adkins Bowles; and his step-mother, Rachel Law Bowles. He is survived by his sister, Jeanette Bowles Arrington; sister-in-law, Rita Law...

May 31, 2021

Rickey Allen Amos, age 62 of Wirtz died Monday, May 31, 2021. Private graveside services will be held. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

May 30, 2021

George A. Wright of Rocky Mount, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

May 30, 2021

Ruby P. Hall, age 88 of Rocky Mount passed to her heavenly home on Sunday, May 30, 2021. Ruby was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth S. Perdue; and her sister, Claudine P. Meeks. Those left to cherish her memories are her husband of 69 years, Linford J. Hall; her son and daughter-in-law, Fred & Vickie Hall; her...

May 29, 2021

Dexter G. Helton, Sr., age 72 of Rocky Mount died Saturday, May 29, 2021. He fought a battle with MS for many years. He was born November 25, 1948 a son of the late William and Myrtle Helton. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Shelia Mae Helton. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Carolyn “Diane”...

May 28, 2021

Gonzalo “Charlie” Rios, 72, died unexpectedly at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on May 28, 2021. Born December 24th,1948 in La Paz, Bolivia, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1965. The majority of his professional life was spent in the Northern Virginia area, where he met the love of his life, Patsey. The two married after a six-month courtship, and they...

May 27, 2021

Thomas Edward “Eddie” Altice, age 73 of Rocky Mount, born on April 9, 1948 went to his heavenly home on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, John and Bertha Altice, four brothers and two sisters. Surviving are his wife of 51 years, Penny Altice; son, Herbie (Kim); daughters, Maria (Brian) and Angela (Rick);...