Obituary Listing

Nov 3, 2024

Jack Wilbur Waldron, of Pearisburg, a cherished patriarch, and steadfast servant of faith, departed this life to be with his Heavenly Father on November 3, 2024, at the age of 93, in Christiansburg, Virginia in the care of Carilion New River Valley Medical Center. Born on June 8, 1931, in Virginia to Dennis and Katherine Lucas Waldron, Jack was...

Nov 2, 2024

In the loving care of her family, Linda Atkins Long, 83 years old, departed this earthly life on November 2, 2024, that brought a joyous reunion with family and friends on the other side of the veil. She was born on December 11, 1940, on her family farm in Hoges Store, Giles County, Virginia to the late Clarence Hundley...

Nov 2, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Phyllis Christine Letchford Clark, a beloved figure in our community, who left this world on November 2, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on January 4, 1958, in Roanoke, Virginia, Phyllis's life was a testament to the love and care she bestowed upon her family and the natural world...

Oct 31, 2024

Claude Davis Blankenship, age 90 of Narrows, Virginia answered the call to his Heavenly home on the evening of October 31, 2024 at Lewis-Gale Hospital-Montgomery, surrounded by his son Butch, grandson, Connor, and his beloved step-granddaughter, Larissa Edwards who I wish to say a huge Thank You and we so very much appreciate your love, compassion, and caring for...

Oct 28, 2024

Wanda Jo Cordell Kast, a beacon of unwavering faith and a foundation of love for her extensive family, formerly of Giles County, Virginia departed this life to enter the streets of her Heavenly Home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on October 28, 2024, in Copper Hill, Virginia. Born on November 23, 1944, in the scenic...

Oct 28, 2024

Dale Eldon Sarver went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 28, 2024.  Born on August 1, 1941 in Barberton, Ohio he was a son of the late Edgar and Hattie Sarver.

In addition to his parents, Dale is preceded in death by his mother, Ida; son, Darel; brother, Robert Sarver; and daughter-in-law, Stephanie.

Oct 25, 2024

Peggy Pearl Russell Fletcher Stafford passed away October 25, 2024 under the care of Heritage Hall Nursing and Rehab in Rich Creek, Virginia.  She was born in Cedar Bluff, Virginia on June 25, 1930 to the late Reece Russell and Senah Pyrtle Russell.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Marvin V...

Oct 24, 2024

Kaitlyn Gabrielle Albert, aged 21, of Narrows, Virginia, passed away on October 24, 2024, in Pearisburg, Virginia. Born on February 3, 2003, Kaitlyn entered this world bringing joy and light to all who would come to know her.

A cherished daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and friend, Kaitlyn's life was a tapestry of love and connection. She was...

Oct 22, 2024

Bruce William Saunders of Mocksville, North Carolina, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, at the age of 67. Born on July 13, 1957, in Pearisburg, Virginia, Bruce's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family, his country, and his community.

Bruce's journey...

Oct 14, 2024

Cantrall Marcell Martin of Pearisburg, Virginia, a cherished family patriarch, respected builder, and devoted man of faith, departed this life to be with his Heavenly Father and loved ones awaiting him beyond the veil on October 14, 2024, at the age of 83 with his loving family and under the care of Carilion New River Valley Medical Center. Born...

Oct 12, 2024

Arthur Henderson Price, a cherished and respected member of the Newport community, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024 in Pearisburg, Virginia, at the age of 75. Born on March 15, 1949, in Virginia, Arthur lived a life marked by dedication to his family, a strong work ethic, and a love for the simple pleasures in life.

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Oct 11, 2024

Billy Eugene Via departed this life on October 11, 2024, four months to the day after his 100th birthday.

Born June 11, 1924, to Samuel Eugene and Mattie Carroll Via, he weighed only one pound at birth.

He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Tommy Via and Bobby Via; sister, Sue Via Amos; former wife,...

Oct 8, 2024

George Edgar "Eddie" Moser, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2024, just one day shy of his 78th birthday. Born in Bluefield, WV, on October 9, 1946, to the late Alton and Ruby Rye Moser, Eddie lived a life marked by love, service, and a touch of mischief that brought...

Oct 5, 2024

Albert Eugene Gillispie left his Earthly home October 5, 2024 to reunite with his wife of 57 years, Judy Ann Lucas Gillispie; his Lord and Savior; and family and friends.

Born July 29, 1940 in the beautiful mountains of Giles County to Albert and Lucille Collins Gillispie, Albert would call Pembroke, Virginia home for the next 84...

Oct 4, 2024

Cynthia Leigh Goad "Cindy", age 65 of Narrows, Virginia succumbed Friday morning, October 4, 2024 at Lewis-Gale Hospital-Montgomery in Blacksburg, Virginia from injuries she sustained from an auto accident the day before. She was the younger daughter of the late Frieda and Glen Goad of Narrows, Virginia.

Cindy is survived by her son, Ryan Clay Gilmer (Sheree...

Oct 2, 2024

Michael Patrick Brown, Sr.  (Mike), 59 of Ripplemead, Virginia passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024 from esophageal cancer.  Mike was born October 17, 1964 in Lampertheim, Germany to the late Gray Henry Brown, Jr. and Lina Ann Kellerman Brown.

Mike was raised in Rich Creek, Virginia and attended Narrows High School.  He worked as a Foreman...

Sep 27, 2024

Robert Ward Hare III, 59 of Pearisburg, VA passed away peacefully at Giles Carilion Hospital on September 27, 2024 surrounded by family and friends.

Ward was born on August 11th, 1965 in VA and was the son of late Robert Hare Jr. and Vergie Leola of Pearisburg, VA.

In addition to his parents, he was...

Sep 27, 2024

John Michael Eads, of Pearisburg affectionately known as JoJo to his friends and family, departed this world on September 27, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on March 13, 1953, in Marion, Virginia, to the late Thomas Oscar Eads and Mary Horne Eads, JoJo's life was characterized by his jovial spirit, love for the outdoors, and dedication to...

Sep 23, 2024

Alfred Allen Knieriem, a revered veteran, a dedicated family man, and a pillar of his community, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, in Pearisburg, Virginia. Born on April 16, 1933, in Iowa City, Iowa, Alfred's life was marked by a steadfast commitment to service, education, and the joys of family life.

Alfred's journey began in the...

Sep 21, 2024

Thomas Martin Smith "Tom", a follower of Jesus, loving husband and father was born in Radford, Va on August 13, 1933. He continued on to eternal life with Jesus on September 21, 2024.

Tom served in the US Air Force in Korea and was affectionately known as "the IBM guy" on Virginia Tech's campus due to his...