Obituaries
Goldean Jewel Mullins
Mar 20, 2019
SPEEDWELL, Va.
GOLDEAN JEWEL MULLINS, age 73, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Bill Mullins of Speedwell, Va.; three children, Kimberly Mullins of Atkins, Va., David Mullins of Hillsville, Va., and Steven Mullins of Speedwell, Va.; and brother, Merrell Blackwell of Tazewell, Va.
A Celebration of...
William Williams "Bill" Harris
Mar 19, 2019
Marion, Va.
William Williams "Bill" Harris, age 81, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Johnson City, Tenn.
Bill was born November 8, 1937 to the late Toby Carl and Lena Farmer Harris. He was a member of the U.S. Navy in the mid 50's and was stationed on the USS Macon (CA-132). He was...
Frances Ann Dyson Ferguson
Mar 16, 2019
Marion, Va.
Frances Ann Dyson Ferguson, age 83, went home to be with her Heavenly Father, Saturday, March 16, 2019.
She was born February 25, 1936 in Loudon, Tenn. to the late Clint Edwin and Edith Wells Dyson. As a valued member of the community, she worked for the Brunswick Corporation for 35 years; volunteered for the Smyth County Community Hospital Ladies...
Sylvia Jeanette Burton
Mar 12, 2019
ATKINS, Va.
SYLVIA JEANETTE BURTON, 79 passed away surrounded by family in her home on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.
She was born on December 23, 1939 in Atkins, Va. to the late Frank Ernest and Kathleen Anna Welch Overbay.
Prior to her retirement, Sylvia was employed with the Free Lance-Star Newspaper based in Fredericksburg, Va. From paper delivery to being promoted to route...
Ardell B. Presley
Mar 6, 2019
MARION, Va.
Ardell B. Presley, age 88, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Greystone Healthcare Center, Blountville, Tenn.
Mrs. Presley was a busy woman. She was an ordained minister who was concerned over people's souls. She shared the gospel and ministered to everyone she met, and she met a lot of people. Mrs. Presley was a waitress for over 30 years,...
Robert Edmond McCarty
Mar 6, 2019
MARION, Va.
Robert Edmond McCarty; There is great sorrow in our hearts while the heavens rejoice welcoming Robert Edmond McCarty to his eternal home.
Bobby met his Savior Jesus face to face Wednesday, March 6, 2019, after a blessed life in his temporary home here on earth. He fought a good fight against Angiosarcoma, always saying "It is well with my soul."
Bobby...
Maxine Anderson Bullins
Mar 6, 2019
SUGAR GROVE, Va.
MAXINE ANDERSON BULLINS, age 99, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at her home.
She was the daughter of the late Fields and Lessie Anderson and was a member of Elizabeth Methodist Church. Mrs. Bullins was a loving wife and mother. She loved children and that was a good thing given all of her brothers and sisters. Maxine was...
Ernest William Waskey
Mar 5, 2019
MARION, Va.
ERNEST WILLIAM “BILLY” QUINTON WASKEY, age 49, died Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at his home in Marion, Va.
He was born on June 11, 1969 in Prince George County Md. to Mary M. Waskey and the late Robert Lee Waskey, Sr.
Billy loved to laugh and make others laugh. He always thought of others and encouraged them to enjoy a little...
Wanda Sue Boyd
Mar 1, 2019
MARION, Va.
WANDA SUE BOYD, age 70, passed away Friday, March 1, 2019 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
She is survived by three daughters, Donna Elizabeth Spach, Tammie Gilley both of Marion, Va. and Tonya Boyd of Roanoke, Va.; two sons, Darrell Boyd of Meadowview, Va. and Billy Ruona of Winston-Salem, N.C.; two sisters, Billie Jean Crewey of Nicholasville, Ky. and...
Anna "Butchie" Barger Crabtree
Feb 26, 2019
MARION, Va.
"I am whole again and with the Lord."
Anna "Butchie" Barger Crabtree, age 80, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
Having fought many health obstacles during her years, she died with dignity and grace, always strong willed and with conviction to never give up. She vowed to fight till she could not fight any...
Howard O. Sullins
Feb 21, 2019
Chester, Va.
Howard O. Sullins, age 91, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2019 at his home.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
To share memories of Howard O. Sullins, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Howard’s family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Pamela Dawn Howard
Feb 20, 2019
Marion, Va.
Pamela Dawn Howard, age 46, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at Carrington Place of Botetourt, Daleville, Va.
Pam was the best mom, granny and friend to the people she loved and cared for. She always looked for the best in everybody. Life was hard and gave her lemons, but every time, Pam made lemonade.
She was preceded in death by...
Joseph Allen Pennington
Feb 11, 2019
Marion, Virginia
Joseph Allen Pennington, infant son of Jamie Crouse of Marion, Va. and Keith Pennington of Atkins, Va., passed away Monday, February 11, 2019 at the Niswongers Birthing Center, Johnson City, Tenn.
He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, William “Bill” Teaster, and Edward and Nina Huffman.
Joseph is survived by his grandparents, Debra L. Totton of Marion, Donetta Pennington and...
James "Jim" Cox
Feb 6, 2019
Wytheville, Va.
James "Jim" Cox, Jr., age 58, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
If you were looking for a story – that would take forever to tell – Jim Cox was your man. He loved to pick on his friends, camp, fish, make people laugh or just give his opinion about whatever the topic was....
James L. "Rainbow" Raney, III
Feb 5, 2019
Marion, Va.
James L. “Rainbow” Raney, III, age 65, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at his home in Marion.
Rainbow never met a stranger and was always willing to help anyone in need. He loved his family, friends, and especially his cats. James loved to fish, rabbit hunt, go camping, and hang out with friends. His gentle and easy way will...
Robert E. (Robbie) Smith
Feb 4, 2019
Saltville, Va.
Robert E. (Robbie) Smith, age 76, passed away Monday, February 4, 2019.
Robbie served in the U.S. Airforce and retired after 35 years of service with the U.S. Government.
He is preceded in death by his parents Calvin and Rachel Smith.
Robbie is survived by his wife, Susan; daughters, Shari Thomas and husband, Mike of McDonough, Ga., Misty Marbut and husband, David...
Fred James Pipes, Jr.
Feb 3, 2019
Saltville, Va.
Fred James Pipes, Jr., age 63, died Sunday, February 3, 2019 in Chilhowie, Va.
Fred was born November 18, 1955 to the late Fred James Pipes Sr. and Cora Mae Pipes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Kathi G. Pipes.
He is survived by one daughter, Cheri Desiree; one son, Joseph Matthew both of...
Bobby Jean Wymer
Jan 29, 2019
Wytheville, Va.
Bobby Jean Wymer, 77, passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Carrington Place in Wytheville, VA.
She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Sidney Wymer and her mother, Lola Naomi Cole Wymer, both of Marion, VA.
Bobby was born on November 30, 1941 in Smyth County and graduated from Sugar Grove High School in 1959. She received her...
Anita Kaye Ross
Jan 28, 2019
SUGAR GROVE, Va. Anita Kaye Ross, age 66, passed away Monday, January 28, 2019 at her home. Anita was the best wife, mom and friend a person could ask for. She enjoyed life, especially bowling, riding on Ivan's motorcycle or cruising around in her mustang. Anita loved people and people loved her back by shopping her business in Sugar Grove,...
Shirley Vaught Hull
Jan 24, 2019
Rural Retreat, Va. Shirley Vaught Hull, age 77, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va. She was born August 7, 1941 in Rural Retreat to the late Walter Con and Blanche Harmon Vaught. Shirley worked at Donnkenny Apparel for over 20 years and another 7 years as a cashier at Food Country. She loved to...
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