Obituaries
Ronny "Wink" Jones
Aug 1, 2020
MARION, Va.
Ronny "Wink" Jones, age 76, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2020 at Johnson City Medical Center, Johnson City, Tenn.
Ronny was just an all American man. He was a devoted husband to the love of his life, a loving father – papaw, poppa and friend. Ronny spent 40 years working for General Dynamics, when he wasn't working he loved to...
James Gregory "Greg" Brooks
Aug 1, 2020
MARION, Va.
James Gregory "Greg" Brooks, age 55, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, August 1, 2020 at his home.
Greg loved his family – he was so proud of his children and new grandson. You would have never found a better brother, friend of "Uncle Greggy". He never met a stranger and his huge heart made friendship easy...
Betty Viars Davis
Jul 31, 2020
PULASKI, Va.
Betty Viars Davis, age 58, passed away Friday, July 31, 2020 at her home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joel Alvin Davis.
There will be no public services.
To share memories of Betty Viars Davis, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Betty’s family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Dexter Wayne Poston
Jul 26, 2020
CHURCH HILL, Tenn.
Dexter Wayne Poston, age 73, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2020 at the Church Hill Health Care & Rehab Center.
He was born December 1946 in Kingsport, Tenn. to the late McGarvey & Inez Doan Poston. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Williams Poston.
In keeping with Mr. Poston’s wishes, no public...
John David Shuler
Jul 26, 2020
MARION, Va.
John David Shuler, age 73, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2020 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
David was born April 30, 1947 in Rural Retreat, Va. to the late Claude and Agnes Shuler. He grew up in Marion, Va. where he graduated from Marion High School and Steed College. David joined the Army in 1969 and proudly served...
Rex Arnold Rowland
Jul 20, 2020
MARION, Va.
Rex Arnold Rowland, age 91, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at Smyth County Community Hospital.
Rex was born April 15, 1929 in Chilhowie, Va. to the late Reeves Lillard and Myrtle Ann Matheson Rowland. He loved his family, and was always smiling and loving life. To the grandchildren he was "Papaw", but to many he was "Mr. Fix It"....
Judy Carol Anderson Craver
Jul 18, 2020
SEVEN MILE FORD, Va.
Judy Carol Anderson Craver, age 69, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.
Born in Rich Valley, Va. to the late James and Ethel Hoover Anderson, Judy was one of 13 children. She was interested in her family history, and genealogy became a hobby. However, her favorite hobby was shopping – but...
Leroy Wayne, Jr.
Jul 16, 2020
RAYWICK, Ky.
Leroy Wayne, Jr. age 57, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2020 from injuries sustained in an auto-accident.
Mr. Wayne was born June 5, 1963 to Leroy, Sr. and Marilyn S. Wayne. He was a self-employed truck driver.
Leroy was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his daughter, Brooklyn Foster of Ky.; and many other beloved family members and friends.
To...
William Webb Parsons, Sr.
Jul 14, 2020
SUGAR GROVE, Va.
William Webb Parsons, Sr. age 81, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at Smyth County Community Hospital.
William was a proud veteran of U.S. Army, having served in Korea as a radio operator on DMV. He worked over 40 years as a truck driver for North America Van Line, retiring in 1999.
He was preceded in death by his brother,...
David John Henry Calhoun
Jul 14, 2020
ATKINS, Va.
David John Henry Calhoun, age 64, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at his home.
He was born July 23, 1955 to the late John Henry and Mary Calhoun. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Joe Odham; and sister, Nancy Hutton.
David is survived by his wife, Wilma Norwood Calhoun; son, John David Calhoun...
Rosa Rogerson Lemmon
Jul 13, 2020
MARION, Va.
Rosa Rogerson Lemmon, 94, died peacefully at Carrington Place at Rural Retreat on Monday, July 13, 2020.
She was born on May 7,1926 in Petersburg, Va. to Waverly Wilkins Rogerson and Rosa Kevan Rogerson. Rosa's family settled in Evanston, Ill. where she spent most of her childhood. Due to the untimely death of her father, Rosa moved with her mother...
Rachel Jean Young
Jul 11, 2020
MARION, Va.
Rachel Jean Young, age 86, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020 following a lifetime of service in the care of two her disabled children.
She was born on her family farm on Lick Creek, Smyth County, Va. and retired from General Dynamics (Brunswick). She was a member of Marion Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert...
Susan Richter Brooks
Jul 11, 2020
Sugar Grove, Va.
Susan Richter Brooks, age 63, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Bristol Regional Medical Center.
Susan was a loving wife, daughter, sister and friend to all. She loved animals and especially her dogs. Susan, originally from Richmond, worked for the Catholic church more than 20 years. She had a kind heart and the soul of a caregiver. She...
Helen Elizabeth Sandoval
Jul 8, 2020
MARION, VIRGINIA: HELEN ELIZABETH SANDOVAL, 80, passed away at Smyth County Community Hospital, Wednesday, July 8, 2020.
She is survived by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen,
Unheard,
But always near,
Still loved,
Still missed and very dear.
Per Mrs. Sandavol's wishes there will be no public service; however, the family will have a private memorial service to...
Bonnie Rebecca Holbrook
Jul 7, 2020
Bonnie Rebecca Holbrrok, age 56, passed away Tuesday July 7, 2020 at Russell County Memorial Hospital.
No servcies at this time.
To share the memories of Bonnie Rebccca Holbook or express condolences, please visit www.seavebrown.com.
Care for Bonnie's family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354
Kathleen Wickline
Jul 7, 2020
Kathleen Wickline, age 91, passed away Tuesday, July 07, 2020 at her home.
No services at this time.
To share memories of Kathleen Wickline or express condolences, please visit www.seaverbrown.com.
Care for Kathleen's family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Cremtory , 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
David Claude Johnson
Jul 6, 2020
TROUTDALE, Va.
David Claude Johnson, age 74, passed away Monday, July 6, 2020 at home in Troutdale, Va.
David was born July 14, 1945 to the late Robert Vohn and Violet Isabel Johnson. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Maurice Johnson.
He was a lifetime member of Bethel Baptist church in Troutdale.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Ruby...
William Oscar Ellison
Jul 6, 2020
Chilhowie, Va.
William Oscar Ellison, age 87, passed away Monday, July 6, 2020 at his home.
Oscar was an awesome Pops/Dad and friend to whoever needed him. When he wasn't mowing or piddling around, he loved to watch wrestling on television. Oscar tried to be as active as he could. He was a self-proclaimed odd ball, but he did enjoy reading his...
Inez Mayer
Jul 4, 2020
Galax VA.
Inez Mayer, age,80 passsed away Saturday, July, 4, 2020 at her home.
All services will be private.
To share memories of Inez Mayer, or express condolences, please visit www.seaverbrown.com.
Care for Inez's family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory , 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Vera Wright
Jul 4, 2020
Vera Lawson Wright, age 58, passed away at New River Valley Medical Center, July 4, 2020.
All sevices will be private.
To share memories of Vera Lawson Wright or express condolences, please visit www.seaverbrown.com.
Care for Vera's family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory , 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.