Obituaries
Joseph "Mike" Smith
Jan 21, 2025
Troutdale, Virginia
Joseph “Mike” Smith age 73 passed away in the comfort of his home Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Mike had a long career at Marion Correctional Treatment Facility. He enjoyed many years playing softball, riding his Harley with his buddies, attending Daytona races, and visiting various other beaches. Mike was a talented football player for Marion Senior High School & was...
Tina M. Blevins
Jan 21, 2025
Atkins, Virginia
Tina M. Blevins age 93, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
Tina was born in Saltville, Va. to the late, Manley Clinton & Annie P. McBride. She was a hard worker and was employed at SouthWest Virginia Mental Health Institute for 20 years and was a great cook at Atkins Elementary School for 20...
Algie Gray Crouse
Jan 20, 2025
Marion, Virginia
Algie Gray Crouse age 98, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 at Commonwealth Senior Living, Abingdon, Va.
He was the son of the late Minnie Fox and William A. Crouse, and a resident of the Wassum Valley area for 67 years and 29 years in the Fox Valley area. Algie graduated from Marion High School in 1944 and was immediately...
Sally Meek Testerman
Jan 20, 2025
Marion, Virginia
Sally Meek Testerman age 97, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 .
Sally was born in Sugar Grove, Virginia, the daughter of the late James R. & Ollie Calhoun Meek.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, B. Kent Testerman; one son, Ronald K. Testerman; five brothers & four sisters.
Sally is survived by many nieces...
Marlin E. Goff
Jan 17, 2025
Chilhowie, Va.
Marlin E. Goff, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 17, 2025 at Valley Healthcare Center in Chilhowie, Virginia.
Marlin enjoyed his life. He graduated from Harrisville High School in Harrisville, West Virginia - Class of 1959, where he was a state high school wrestling champion. He entered into the United States Marine Corp and then went to work as a Telephone...
Richard C. Millard
Jan 17, 2025
Kernersville, NC
Richard “Dicky” Claude Millard age 71, of Kernersville, NC, unexpectedly passed away at his home on January 17, 2025, his 71st birthday.
Born on January 17, 1954, in Marion, VA, Dicky was a proud graduate of Virginia Tech, class of 1976. He worked for Hanesbrands for over 25 years, retiring in 2021. A lifelong Hokie fan, Dicky’s love for Virginia...
Jennifer McMillan
Jan 17, 2025
Lebanon, Va.
Jennifer McMillan age 67, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025 at her home in Lebanon, Va.
A full obituary will be available soon.
To share memories of Jennifer McMillan, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Jennifer has been entrusted to Fraziers’ Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion VA 24354.
Thomas "Tom" Earl Burdette
Jan 17, 2025
Kingston, TN.
Thomas “Tom” Earl Burdette, age 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Kingston, Tennessee on January 17, 2025, reunited with his beloved wife whom he had deeply missed
Tom was a wonderful husband, father, uncle, and adored all his grandchildren and great grandchildren beyond measure. He was born on June 27, 1946, in Norton, Virginia. He received a bachelor’s...
Ida Cullop
Jan 16, 2025
Mocksville, NC.
“Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Ida T. Cullop age 91, was gathered by the angels and called home to her eternal rest on Thursday, January 16, 2025, in Mocksville, North Carolina. Surrounded by love, she peacefully left this world, free from pain and with a holy, restored body in the presence of the Lord.
Ida was born on March 26,...
Herman Doyle
Jan 15, 2025
Rural Retreat, Va.
Herman Doyle, age 79, left this world to be with his Lord, Wednesday, January 15, 2025 surrounded by his family at Wythe County Community Hospital in Wytheville, Va.
Herman was an extremely gifted and talented baseball pitcher and during his junior year in high school, he was drafted to play for Cleveland Indians in 1964. Herman also played for...
Danny L. Kilby
Jan 11, 2025
Glade Spring, Va.
Danny L. Kilby, age 77, passed away January 11, 2025 at his home.
Danny was dedicated to 38 plus years in operation management of various factories to include Virginia House Furniture, American of Martinsville and lastly, Sure-Wood Forest Products and was proud of his work. Danny was also quality control manager at Coffman Stairs. In his spare time, he...
Carolyn Surber Choate
Jan 8, 2025
Sugar Grove, Va.
Carolyn Surber Choate age 77, passed away Wednesday, January 08, 2025 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.
Carolyn was a true servant with a love for God, family and her community. Married to the love of her life and a true partner, Carol and Jesse made the lives of everyone around them better. From their time with the...
Betty Anderson
Jan 3, 2025
Marion, Va.
Betty Ann Kennedy Anderson age 84, closed her eyes here on earth and opened them in Heaven on Friday, January 03, 2025.
Betty was short, feisty, independent, stubborn and we loved that about her! She basically raised herself in her younger years, so she just knew how to do things and make them work. She also was a tell it...
Linda Parks Russell
Jan 2, 2025
Sugar Grove, Va.
Linda Parks Russell age 73, passed away Thursday, January 02, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.
Linda was a strong willed, independent woman who didn’t let her illness control her life. Prior to her illness, she worked at Brunswick, was a Lady Auxiliary Member at the Smyth County Moose Lodge #1004 where she made numerous friendships, and loved to...
Joseph "Joe" David Bales
Dec 31, 2024
Joseph “Joe” David Bales, born on December 8, 1963, in Marion, Virginia, passed away on December 31, 2024, in Danville, Kentucky. Known for his warm smile and knack for making people laugh, Joe lived a life full of love, curiosity, and hard work that left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Joe was the son...
Tim Rabara
Dec 29, 2024
Rural Retreat, Virginia
Tim Rabara age 58, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2024.
Tim was a distinguished Master Carpenter known for his unparalleled skills in crafting wood floors. He dedicated much of his professional life to perfecting his craft before taking an early retirement due to health reasons. His loved ones often referred to him as "Superman," a testament to his selfless...
Peggy Gardner Mullins
Dec 25, 2024
Bristol, Virginia
Peggy Gardner Mullins age 92 passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at her home.
Peggy loved life, and she had hers in order. Faith, family and friends were the important things. Peggy and Raymond were high school sweet hearts, married 73 years sharing all the ups and downs of life. Her career as a teacher was the perfect way for...
Edna Alice Widener
Dec 24, 2024
Marion, Virginia
Edna Alice Widener age 92, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at her home.
Edna Widener left a legacy that her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will strive to continue. She was smart, giving and hard working. She was a cashier at Walmart for several years, teaching by example with her genuine personality and excellent work ethic. When she wasn’t busy...
Annie Thomas Bell
Dec 23, 2024
Chilhowie, Virginia
Annie Thomas Bell age 89, went home to be with the Lord Monday, December 23, 2024 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Gerald DeBusk.
Annie was a dedicated Christian lady and a lifelong member of Cedar Bluff Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, James “Jimmy” Bell; son, James “Jamie”...
Charles Edward Cullop
Dec 21, 2024
Marion, Virginia
Charles Edward “Charlie” Cullop age 61 passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024 at his home.
Charlie worked for Merillat and Utility Trailer. There was never a dull a moment with Charlie around. He was the life of the party and could make you laugh at anything. He hated reading books, but was highly intelligent when it came to History and...
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