Obituaries

May 26, 2020

Mayson Scott Delp was born May 13, 2020 and came into this world just a little too early. Mayson’s little body couldn’t handle all that was against him medically and he left the loving arms of his mom and dad much too soon. Mayson leaves a world where there was so much love and promise for him to a place...

May 24, 2020

ABINGDON, Va.

Bryon Keith Paris, age 56, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2020 at his home.

In keeping with Bryon's wishes, services will be private.

To share memories of Bryon Keith Paris, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Bryon's family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.

May 24, 2020

Dan Ross September 2, 1955 – May 24, 2020 On Sunday, May 24th, 2020, Daniel Eugene Ross, proud father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away at home surrounded by his family in Greer, South Carolina.

Dan’s greatest love in life were his daughters and grandchildren. This humble loving father, is eternally etched in love and memories by his three daughters,...

May 23, 2020

Wytheville, Va.

Roger Kenneth Bedwell Sr., age 83, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 at Smyth County Community Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Theresa Bedwell; his children, Brenda Sue Bedwell and Roger Kenneth Bedwell Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Neva G. Bedwell of Wytheville, VA.; daughter, Linda Grubb and husband, Bobby of Rural Retreat, VA.,...

May 22, 2020

MARION, Va.

Lois Blevins Sexton age 93, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at her home.

When you think "salt of the earth", you automatically think of Lois "Mamaw" Sexton. She loved her family and would bring them together every Sunday after church for dinner for more than 30-50 people – with bowls full of mashed potatoes, macaroni, and pork chops as...

May 22, 2020

SUGAR GROVE, Va.

Rebecca Sue "Becky" Cox Havens age 61, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at her home.

Becky loved her family. She was a loving wife to Gary for 43 years, a caring mother, grammy / mimi, sister and friend. Becky spent several years at Marion Senior High School making sure the children were fed each day. She loved to...

May 22, 2020

MARION, Va.

Zenna Parks Pennington age 92, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.

Zenna to friends and Nannie to family, we celebrate a well lived life of a gracious and wonderful lady. She wore many honored labels: devoted wife, mother, doting grandmother, sister and aunt, all with ample smiles and sincere hugs and love for...

May 21, 2020

ATKINS, Va.

William "Bill" Sexton, Jr. age 82, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020 at his home in Atkins, Va.

Frank Sinatra did it his way, but he didn't have a thing on Bill. He could do just about everything. Bill cut every tree and built his own log home that was very unique. He owned his own business and enjoyed his...

May 17, 2020

MARION, Va.

Rebekah Sue Marshall, age 63, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2020 at her home.

She was born in Miami, Fla. to the late Jack and Valinda Lawter, and worked as a hotel night auditor.

Rebekah is survived by many loving family members who will miss her tremendously.

In keeping with Rebekah's wishes, services will be private.

To share memories of Rebekah Sue Marshall,...

May 17, 2020

CHILHOWIE, Va.

Ronnie Lee Smith, age 68, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2020 at his home.

He was born January 1952 in West Va. to the late Lucy Kegley Smith; and was a driver for Yellow Cab in Roanoke, Va. for many years.

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Nancy Bentley Smith; children, Lucy Michelle Oliver, William Lee Smith and Shawn Michael Smith;...

May 16, 2020

LEBANON, Va. / BANNER ELK, N.C.

Charles Preston Wallace, age 72, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020 at the Watauga Medical Center in Boone, N.C.

He was born in Virginia in 1947 to the late Clyde Charles and Mary G. Wallace. Charles never married, but had many "children" as an educator and band director in Lebanon, Va. His love and appreciation for...

May 15, 2020

GLADE SPRING, Va.

Peggy Powell Snapp, age 87, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020 at her home.

Peggy loved her family. She enjoyed country and gospel music, and when she was able, going to church at Glade Presbyterian. Peggy enjoyed being with her senior citizens group. When she wasn't with her family or friends eating out and enjoying one another's company, she...

May 14, 2020

MARION, Va.

Robert "Bob" Preston Parsons, age 89, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020 at his home.

Mr. Parsons was born in Glade Spring and early in his life, moved to Marion. He joined the Army Air Corps at 16, served two years, and returned home to finish his high school education, meet and marry his sister Charlot's friend Audrey, and begin...

May 12, 2020

Wytheville, Va.

Mayme Curnow Parsons, age 101, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at her home.

She was born July 26, 1918 in South Dakota to the late Frank and Mary Curnow. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Al Parsons; and daughter, Roberta Stoffer.

In keeping with Mayme's wishes, there will be no services.

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May 12, 2020

Jackson Miss. / Atkins Va.

Geneva Grey Cox Leedy, age 84 passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Jackson, MS. 

Born in Atkins, Va., she was one of ten children born to the late Gilbert and Florence Hubble Cox. Growing up in a 4 room house with no running water in the 1930’s and 1940’s did much to...

May 12, 2020

Seven Mile Ford, Va.

Mariloys R. Sutphin, age 87, went to be with her Lord and ride that final train ride to Heaven with her husband of 54 years, Everett "Buddy" Sutphin to continue their eternal love story.

Mariloys was an angel on earth – not only to the family she adored, but to many of the patients during her 40 years...

May 10, 2020

Atkins, Va.

Eva Mae Shuler Williams, age 96, died peacefully Sunday, May 10, 2020 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

She was born and grew up in Chilhowie, Va., and was the daughter of the late James Granville Shuler and Mary Dolinger Shuler. Eva was the widow of the late Marvin Williams and she was the last surviving sibling of 14...

May 10, 2020

MARION, Va.

Shirley Jean Cornett, age 76 passed away Sunday, May 10, 2020 at her home.

Ms. Cornett was born June 2, 1943 to the late Mr. & Mrs. French Cornett.

She is survived by her loving family and friends.

In keeping with Ms. Cornett's wishes, all services will be private.

To share memories of Shirley Jean Cornett, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Ms. Cornett's...

May 9, 2020

Chilhowie, Va.

Margaret Lois Bledsoe, age 75, went Home to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 9, 2020, after a long battle with renal disease.

She was born June 24, 1944 in Needles, Cali. to the late Arthur and Ula Murdock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bobbie J. Bledsoe.

Margaret is survived by five children,...

May 6, 2020

MARION, Va.

Myrtle Kirk Meek, age 92, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at her home.

Mrs. Myrtle was a loving wife, mom, sister, grandma and friend. She loved her family and had a hand in raising just about everyone of her grandchildren. Mrs. Meek loved her Lord, and for several years was the “Oldest Mom” each Mother’s Day at Adwolfe Freewill...