Obituaries

Dec 30, 2019

MARION, Va.

Sharon Johnson Schrader, age 75, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019 in Johnson City Medical Center.

Sharon was a faithful member of Ebenezer Lutheran Church and was employed at Francis Marion Manor Nursing Home for many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter R. and Pauline Jones Johnson; brother, Kenneth Johnson and sister Carol Johnson.

Sharon is survived by...

Dec 30, 2019

MARION, Va.

PHYLLIS MAE WALSH, age 88, went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2019.

She was born January 11, 1931 in Lockport, NY, the daughter of James and Josephine Palisano. She was a punch press operator for Dickey Grubbler in Cleveland, Ohio for over 20 years. She was a loved mother and grandmother that loved her family.

She is...

Dec 28, 2019

SUGAR GROVE, Va.

Herbert Dwight Anderson, age 76, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019 at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Salem Va.

You'd never find a more loving father, husband, brother, papaw or friend than Dwight. He loved his country and proudly served in the U.S. Army. If you knew him, every conversation was interesting and never boring. He loved to...

Dec 25, 2019

MARION, Va.

MARY LILLIAN DANTZLER SLAGLE, age 86, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at Carrington Place of Rural Retreat.

She was born in Rossville, GA where she graduated from Rossville High School. She was a graduate of Emory and Henry College, she taught school in Marion for several years. Mary was a faithful member of Marion First United Methodist Church, being...

Dec 21, 2019

Dec 21, 2019

SEVEN MILE FORD, Va. BRIGID ANN MULLIGAN CAUDILL, age 76, went to be with our Lord, Saturday, December 21, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Brigid was a beautiful loving person who loved her family fiercely. She never met a stranger and everyone that met her, adored her. If her kindness could be measured, it would fill the world. Absolutely,...

Dec 19, 2019

Barbara Cox O’Neal, age 82, of Brevard, NC and later of Marion, Virginia died on December 19, 2019 of natural causes while in residence at Brookdale Assisted Living in Monroe NC. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. John Andrew and Letha Howard Cox and 4 of her siblings, John Jr., Milford, Charlie and Kay; her first husband,...

Dec 13, 2019

Durham, N.C. / Marion, Va.

Alvis Vernon O’Neal (A.V.), age 98, of Durham, NC and later of Marion, Virginia died on December 13, 2019 of natural causes while in residence at Brookdale Assisted Living in Monroe NC.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, his first wife, Ruby Parker O’Neal, and both of their children, Stephen V. O’Neal and...

Dec 13, 2019

Bluff City, Tenn.

Rebecca Geraldine "Jeannie" Rose, age 61, passed away Friday, December 13, 2019.

Jeannie was happy and smiling. She was a hardworking, dedicated, and loving mother, nana, GG, and sister. Her family and time with them made her shine. That light will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Arnold...

Dec 9, 2019

SALTVILLE, Va.

KENNETH ALVIN HARRIS, age 62, passed away Monday, December 9, 2019 at Lakebridge Health Care Center, Johnson City, Tenn.

Kenny loved his family and his country. He served proudly in the U.S. Marine Corp. and was especially proud of his niece and nephew and their families. Kenny will be missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by...

Dec 9, 2019

CHILHOWIE, Va.

HARRY LAWRENCE, JR. age, 61, passed away Monday, December 9, 2019 in Boone County, W. Va.

Harry was a loving husband, dad, and pawpaw. He loved his family and worked hard to provide for them. Harry enjoyed laughing and talking to his son Chance. His joking and happy way will be missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in...

Dec 2, 2019

MARION, Va.

Sammy H. Clark, age 66, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019 at his home.

Sammy loved his family and his country. He served proudly in the U.S. Army. Sammy was a friendly man who was like a brother to his many nieces and nephews. After his time in the Army, he was more comfortable living alone on his own.

He was...

Dec 1, 2019

MARION, Va.

Trudy Jelf Vernon, age 70, with profound sadness, we announce the December 1, 2019 passing of Trudy, our loving and magical mother and beloved friend, to all whose lives she touched.  She left us peacefully after a 3 year war with cancer. Born along the Clinch River in Tazewell, VA, Trudy is a graduate of Virginia High School, Emory...

Dec 1, 2019

MARION, Va.

VERA BLANCHE E. BARKER, age 94 passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

She was born in Grant, Virginia, May 19, 1925 to the late Charlie F. and Daisy M. Emerson.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert John “Bob” Barker.

Mrs. Barker is survived by three sons, Ernest...

Nov 29, 2019

SUGAR GROVE, Va.

David Brent Glidewell, age 38, passed away Friday, November 29, 2019 in Russell County, Va.

Brent was a wonderful husband and a loving father to his children. He loved to hunt, fish, and do anything on the water. Brent was a man's man who was proud to serve his country in the U.S. Army in Iraq. He was a...

Nov 26, 2019

MARION, Va.

MARGARET SUE TILSON MAIN, age 87, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Sue was born in Smyth County, Va., August 31, 1932 to the late Arthur and Margaret Cullop Tilson. She was the last of eight children. Sue was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in York County, Va. and was very involved...

Nov 25, 2019

MARION, Va.

Reggie Leonard Miller, age 82, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 at Johnson City Medical Center, Tenn.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Rettie Stidham Miller.

Reggie is survived by many nieces and nephews.

At the family's request, all services will be private.

To share memories of Reggie Leonard Miller, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Reggie's family has been...

Nov 24, 2019

MARION, Va.

Betty Jacqueline "Duke" Widener, age 85, passed away at home Sunday, November 24, 2019.

She was born June 1, 1934 in Marion to the late Paul and Hazel Hopkins Barker of Marion. Betty was a wonderful mom and a silent, humble hero to her seven children. She was a loving granny to her grandchildren and a good friend to many....

Nov 20, 2019

MARION, Va.

SGT. WARREN DEL "BUTCH" PINNICK, age 41, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2019.

Butch was a man of service. He proudly served his country as Sergeant in the U.S. Army in Operation Iraqi Freedom, the Hatian Conflict and for 14 months in Iraq. During Mr. Pinnick's service he earned three Army Commendations many other awards and medals. Butch was a...

Nov 20, 2019

ATKINS, Va.

KENNETH LYNN “KENNY” “CEBEDA” ARMSTRONG, age 67, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at his home.

Kenny was always a hard worker. His dad passed when he was only 9, so he started young, helping his mom. Kenny would do anything to help. He loved to entertain and cook for family and friends. He was the life or clown of...