Obituaries

Dec 2, 2021

NEWBERN, Va.

Georgia Ann Ferguson Wallace, age 81, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 after a long battle with dementia, followed by a short illness.

Georgia was born November 10, 1940 in Princeton, W.Va. to the late James Dale and Lena Ferguson. She attended Princeton High School and graduated in 1958. Georgia then attended St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Huntington, W.Va.,...

Dec 2, 2021

RADFORD, Va.

Joann Lambert Kinder, age 95, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Highland Ridge Rehab Center, Dublin, Va.

Joann lived in Tazewell for over 80 years before moving to Radford 15 years ago. She taught school in Dryfork, Va. and worked at Tazewell Community Hospital. She enjoyed crocheting blankets for the Linus Project of Radford. Joann was a dedicated mother,...

Dec 2, 2021

SALTVILLE, Va.

Alaina Marie Millet-Johnson, age 40 passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021.

There will be no public services.

Care for Alaina’s family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.

Dec 1, 2021

MARION, Va.

Joseph Phillip “Joe” Blevins, age 80, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Joe P., “a jack of all trades and a master of none” as he would say, was always generous with his “bride” and three sons; as well as his friends, and he was willing and able. There was nothing he could...

Nov 30, 2021

WHITETOP, Va.

 

Willard Dixon, age 83, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at his home.

 

He is survived by his daughter, Ellen Robinson and husband of 30 years, Randy Robinson; three grandchildren, Amanda Selby, Christina Robinson and Andrew Robinson; two great-grandchildren, Phoebe and Kyo; and his special canine companion Skip.

 

Graveside services will be held Saturday,...

Nov 30, 2021

WHITETOP, Va.

Willard Dixon, age 83, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at his home.

Care for Willard’s family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.

Nov 29, 2021

CHILHOWIE, Va.

John “Frankie” Turley, age 69, passed away Monday, November 29, 2021 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Frankie was a simple guy who loved his family and would do just about anything for anybody. Frankie would give you anything he had; and that included a hard time. If he had something on his mind – then there was no...

Nov 28, 2021

Marion, Va.

Lois Sage Robinson, age 95, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Lois was a selfless and soft-spoken lady, “what you saw is what you got.” She was extremely family oriented and though she had no children of her own, Lois was a parent to all. Her greatest true passion in life was...

Nov 27, 2021

BRISTOL, Va.

Mary “Chunk” Anderson Dixon, age 76, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 in Bristol, Va.

Chunk loved her family fiercely. She was crazy about her children and grandchildren. Chunk loved the Lord, family, and BINGO. She enjoyed caring for people when she was nursing. Her laugh, personality, love and friendship will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She...

Nov 26, 2021

Atkins, Va.

David Lee Hall age 58, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at his home.

David was a family man that loved his family with all his heart. He loved fishing, hunting and Nascar. David loved to ride horses and spend time with his friends. There was no dirt road that he didn’t know or love to ride.

He was preceded in...

Nov 24, 2021

Nov 23, 2021

CHILHOWIE, Va.

David Michael Bates, age 48, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at his home, after a long and courageous battle with his health.

He is now at peace with his Lord Jesus with no more worries or pain. David loved the Lord and his family and friends. He was always there for someone in need and could always be counted...

Nov 23, 2021

MARION, Va.

Benjamin F. Elkins, age 81, passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday, November 23, 2021.

A former Marion Senior High School student performed in the International Dues Band Reunion, celebrating Berklee College of Music’s 50th anniversary. The band was composed of Berklee College graduates coming from around the globe. The concert was one of Berklee’s largest and most talent-laden alumni reunions...

Nov 20, 2021

MARION, Va.

 

Lewis Emory Pugh, age 85 passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 in Denver, Colo. 

 

Lewis was born on October 19, 1936 in Smyth County, Va. to Scott W. Pugh and Anna Virginia (Nelson) Pugh. He received a Master’s in Geology at the University of Tennessee and was a member of the Geologic Society of...

Nov 17, 2021

MARION, Va.

Michael Steven “Mike” Rymer, age 66, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.

Mike was a caring man who had a wonderful heart and a love for God and other people. He loved his cats and enjoyed their company. Mike could talk about most all college and professional sports. He lived a simple life...

Nov 14, 2021

ATKINS, Va.

Rhonda Kaye Barker, age 59, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021 at her home.

Rhonda enjoyed life on her own terms and was happiest at home with her cats. Her dad would always say – If Rhonda had a horse, she'd want it to live in the house. She will be missed by friends who would see her at the...

Nov 13, 2021

HUBERT, N.C.

Edward Jefferson Hoge, 85, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Premier Nursing Home in Jacksonville.  He was born March 2, 1936 in Richmond, VA a son to the late, Francis Moss and Martha Courtney Hoge.

Jeff loved to golf and to spend time with his family and friends.  He faithfully served his country in the US Army and then...

Nov 12, 2021

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. / SUGAR GROVE, Va.

Iris Calhoun Hermsmeier, age 95, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at The Blake at Charlottesville Assisted Living Facility.

She was born July 13, 1926 to the late Ted and Katie Calhoun of Sugar Grove, Va. Iris graduated from Sugar Grove High School and went to work in a Washington D.C. post office and then as...

Nov 9, 2021

MARION, Va.

Maureen Ruth Armstrong, age 77, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021.

She was born in Brooklyn, NY, the only daughter of John and Katherine Pisarczyk. She was previously married to the late John Raymond Armstrong. Ruth spent over 30 years of her life in Marion, VA and always served others in and around her community. She was considered a mother...

Nov 8, 2021

MARION, Va.

Almeda Stidham Mills, age 87, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.

Almeda was a wonderful daughter and caretaker of her mother for many years. She also worked as medical secretary and for District Three – Meals on Wheels program. Most importantly, Almeda was faithful to God. She had a personal relationship with her Lord...