July 19, 2025

Olvis “Vene” Hamblett, age 91, passed away on July 19, 2025. She was born July 24, 1933. Vene was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was the daughter of the late Dewey Winchester Brumfield and Roberta Whorley Brumfield. Vene was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Euell Hamblett and her brothers, Herman and Dennis...

July 18, 2025

Charles Leonard Hall, age 72 of Penhook passed away Friday, July 18, 2025. Surviving are his wife, Patsy Hall; brother, David Hall (Mari); daughter, Amber Simmons (Myca); step-daughters, Angelia, Brandi, Jessica; grandson, Bryson; granddaughter, Raelynn; nine great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. His family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Flora Funeral Service and Cremation...

July 18, 2025

Mabel Ailene Cannaday Prillaman, age 87 of Bassett, VA passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, surrounded by her family in her favorite place, Myrtle Beach, SC.

She was born, September 1, 1937, at home. She was the eldest daughter of William Washington and Allie Berta Chaney Cannaday of Prillaman Switch Road, Ferrum, VA. She was preceded in...

July 18, 2025

Roger went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 18, 2025 at age, 79. He was born in Stuart, VA September 27, 1945, a son of the late Polo and Edith Anglin. Roger was a quiet and faithful servant of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He lived a life full of joy, love and laughter alongside his...

July 17, 2025

Susan Arlene Moffitt, age 80 of Hardy, VA left this world to go home and be with her Lord in heaven on Thursday, July 17, 2025. She longed for the day she would be free from pain as her last few years on this earth she valiantly battled cancer and recovery from a horrific car accident.

Her...

July 17, 2025

Jesse Wayne DeShazo, age 75 of Rocky Mount passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025 with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse DeShazo and Pauline Moore; daughter, Myeisha Marie Wright; and his sister, Wanda Lee DeShazo. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Patsy Wright DeShazo; children, Jesse...

July 16, 2025

In 1 Corinthians 10:13 it is said "No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."

Dana Matthew Mattox, father, brother,...

July 16, 2025

With hearts full of gratitude, love, and peace, we celebrate the beautiful life of Jackie—our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and faithful friend—who went home to be with Jesus at the age of 76. She is now fully healed, fully whole, and finally at rest in the presence of her Savior.

Jackie lived a life rooted...

July 15, 2025

Donna Gail Hartman Armstrong, age 72, of Rocky Mount, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025, after a brief but intense battle with cancer. She was affectionately known by her many loyal customers as Ms. Donna where she served as coffee hostess at Sheetz in Rocky Mount for 14 years. During that time, she brightened many patrons’ mornings by providing...

July 15, 2025

Rebecca Worley “Becky” Turner, age 80 of Rocky Mount died Tuesday, July 15, 2025. A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

July 14, 2025

Janet LaVerne Harvey “Sweet Pea”, age 63 of Rocky Mount passed away Monday, July 14, 2025. She was born August 10, 1961, a daughter of the late Wilson Mosby and Kathleen Mosby-Scott. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Troy Harvey; sister, Amanda Pendleton and brother, Harry Mosby. She is survived...

July 13, 2025

Linda Marie Mohler, age 75 of Rocky Mount passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was born September 7, 1949. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Franklin Mohler, Jr. Surviving are her son, Paul (Melissa) Mohler Sr.; grandchildren, Thomas (Marie) Mohler, Paul (Megan Stover) Mohler, Jr., Dakota (Katie) Mohler, Cameron (Zoee) Mohler and Isaiah...

July 13, 2025

Calvin Lester Cummings, Sr., age 89 of Rocky Mount passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. He was a loving husband to his wife Barbara for 69 years, a devoted father, cherished grandfather, and treasured friend.

He was born in Galax, Virginia on August 21, 1935. Calvin moved to Rocky Mount as a teenager and spent all...

July 13, 2025

Wayne Lee Thompson, age 90 of Wirtz passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025. He was born June 26, 1935, a son of the late Robert and Louella Strauss Thompson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Catherine “Betsy” Thompson; brother, Roger Thompson; and sisters, Kay Pettit, Virginia Brizendine...

July 13, 2025

Opal Hanks, age 86 of Rocky Mount died Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was born June 3, 1939 in Speedwell, VA a daughter of the late Samuel Brewer and Nannie Funk Brewer. She was also preceded in death by her husband Rev. Berlin Hanks. Opal was a Registered Nurse and retired from the Martinsville/Henry County Health Department. She alongside...

July 8, 2025

Dorothy Mary English Dillon, age 86 of Ferrum, formerly of Burnt Chimney, left her earthly home to be with Jesus Tuesday morning, July 8, 2025. She was born in Franklin County on May 7, 1939 to the late Samson and Sarah English. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62...

July 8, 2025

Norman “Norm” Marlin Shuman, age 42 of Wirtz, VA passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was born in Ravenna, Ohio on January 26, 1983. He was preceded in death by his wife, Angela “Angie” Shuman.

Norm is survived by his mother, Barbara Ramey, of Virginia; father, Michael Shuman of Ohio; brothers, Michael “Mikie” Shuman II...

July 8, 2025

George Allen "Louie" Wray, age 75, of Roanoke, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on July 8, 2025. He passed away peacefully at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, surrounded by members of his family.

Born on November 9, 1949, in Rocky Mount, VA, George was a man of grit, character, and unwavering integrity. In his 75 years,...

July 7, 2025

Patricia Ann Poindexter, age 84 of Salem passed away Monday, July 7, 2025. First child of Dr. J. Carl Poindexter and Josephine T. Poindexter, Patricia enjoyed and excelled in school activities first in Roanoke City Schools (through junior high school at Woodrow Wilson) then at Andrew Lewis High School in Salem. She was an excellent student and...

July 7, 2025

Adelaide "Addie" Helms Lang, 83 of Boones Mill, Va passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, July 7, 2025.  Adelaide was born in Fort Knox, Kentucky on December 16, 1941. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lt. Col George Josephi Helms and Adelaide Hartfelder Helms; brothers, Steven L. Helms and twin John W. Helms....