Obituary Listing

Dec 11, 2023

Ethel Ellen Vaught Bishop of Eggleston, Virginia died on December 11, 2023.  She was preceded in death by Randolph Bishop, her husband of 50 years. She was born in Fort Gay, West Virginia on May 25, 1929, the daughter of the late Denver and Elizabeth Marie Vaught.

Ethel worked at the Celanese Corporation in her younger years...

Dec 5, 2023

Todd Daniel Booth, 59, formerly of Pembroke, VA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Todd was born to the late Robert Booth and Virginia (Jenny) Booth of Narrows, VA on June 5, 1964. Todd was a construction worker by trade.

Todd is survived by his beloved mother, Jenny Booth, of Peterstown, WV....

Dec 2, 2023

Travis Dustin Altizer, 39 of Hampton, Virginia and formerly of Riner, Virginia departed this life December 2, 2023 in his home.  Born on April 19, 1984 in Virginia, he was a son of the late Anthony Altizer and Bonita Neece Altizer.

Travis enjoyed spending his days working with his hands whether it was in plumbing, electrical or...

Nov 28, 2023

Melissa Ann Trivett, known as Melissa to her friends and family, passed away on November 28, 2023, at the age of 44, in Salem, Virginia. Born on September 1, 1979, in New Jersey, she brought joy and light into the lives of all who knew her. Her warm smile and generous spirit will be deeply missed.

Melissa's...

Nov 22, 2023

Edith Bell Williams, a beacon of love and warmth to all those who knew her, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023, in Pembroke, VA. Born on September 18, 1931, in Virginia, Edith lived a life filled with love, devotion, and an unwavering dedication to her family.

Edith was the loving daughter of Vestie Aliff and Nellie...

Nov 20, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving son, father and special grandfather, "Pops." H. Wayne Mann departed this earth on November 20th 2023, in the comfort of his home in Pearisburg, VA.

He retired from Quikrete in 2017. Wayne enjoyed spending time with his family, and most of all, spoiling his...

Nov 20, 2023

Stephen Francis Gallagher

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Stephen Francis Gallagher of Narrows, VA left his earthly body in the loving care of his sister.  He was born in Washington DC on September 17, 1947 to Lloyd F and Virginia Ott Gallagher.  He was preceded in death...

Nov 19, 2023

Joshua David Smith was born on Dec 21, 1991 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital to Susan Mitchem Santolla (Timmy Santolla) and Daniel Wallace Smith (Melissa Kipps Smith) of Blacksburg, VA. He passed away in Rich Creek, VA on Sunday, November 19, 2023 in the home. Josh was first a father and loved his children with his whole heart. Josh...

Nov 16, 2023

Kenneth Ray Rasnake, 63 of Newport left this Earth on November 16, 2023 to meet his Heavenly Father.  He was born on May 30, 1960 to Jessie and Juanita Gilbert Rasnake.

Kenny loved the outdoors, hunting, and fishing.  He also loved playing music with friends and family.  He never met a stranger and would do anything for...

Nov 11, 2023

Ralph Douglas Ayers, 70 departed this life on November 11, 2023 in the care of Lewis Gale Hospital-Pulaski.  Ralph was born to the family of Albert and Mary Ayers on January 10, 1953 in Pulaski, Virginia.

Ralph proudly delivered mail as a truck driver for the US Postal Service, insuring many a letter from family or friends...

Nov 10, 2023

Juston Leigh Price, was born on September 5, 2000, in Milledgeville, GA to William Hugh Price and Jaime Leigh Roach Carter, and passed away on November 10, 2023, in Narrows, VA. Known for his faith-filled heart and handy skills, Juston's memory will continue to inspire all those who knew him.

Juston is survived by a loving family...

Nov 7, 2023

Benny Morris, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side in his home in Pembroke, Virginia on November 7, 2023. Born on August 12, 1946, in Virginia, to the late John and Elva Farmer Morris, Benny lived a life marked by service, dedication, and a love for the great outdoors....

Nov 5, 2023

William Gary Snidow, known affectionately as Gary, was born on May 18, 1948, in Pearisburg, Virginia to the late William and Ellen Snidow, and passed away peacefully on November 5, 2023, in Princeton, West Virginia. A man of wisdom and thoughtfulness, Gary's life was marked by his dedication to his loved ones, his service to his country, and his...

Oct 29, 2023

On October 29, 2023, our beloved Mary Kathleen Neice Sanders, a beacon of faith and love, was called home to her heavenly Father. Born on September 27, 1937, in the serene landscapes of Giles County, Virginia, Mary was a cherished daughter of the late Luther Neice and Bessie Brumfield Neice. Her journey on earth, a testament of grace and...

Oct 22, 2023

Henry Jensen Snider, was born on October 11, 2023, in Roanoke, Virginia to his parents, Spencer Lindsey and Kevin Snider.  Henry shortly departed this world under the care of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital on October 22, 2023.  Henry was a rare soul whose brief presence in the world left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew...

Oct 21, 2023

Rebecca Jean Green Worrell, 62 of Pearisburg, Virginia departed this life October 21, 2023 in her home.  Born in Virginia on February 5, 1961 she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Barbara Moye Green.

Rebecca was a lady of many passions, with interests that centered around fishing, walking, reading, and, most importantly, her family. Her...

Oct 20, 2023

Michael "Mike" Ray Whitlow, of Oakvale, West Virginia, departed this world to begin his new life on the evening Friday, October 20th, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with lung cancer at Lewis Gale Hospital Montgomery, in Blacksburg, Virginia.  He was surrounded by his loving wife and her family.  He fought to keep breathing until his daughter, as he called...

Oct 17, 2023

Lacy Edward Talbert, Jr., 54 of Pembroke, Virginia departed this life October 17, 2023 at his home.  Born May 9, 1969 he was a son of the late Lacy "Buck" Talbert and Hilda Lilly Talbert.

Lacy enjoyed mechanical work, especially on lawn mowers and small engines; and a handyman service.

In addition to his parents,...

Oct 10, 2023

Teretha Mae "Wessie" Manning, 71 formerly of Blacksburg departed this life October 10, 2023 in the care of Highland Ridge Nursing Home in Dublin, VA.  Born on January 6, 1952 she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Irene Lucas Manning.

Teretha worked for many years in service striving to care and teach her community as...

Oct 7, 2023

Thomas Edward McCroskey, Jr. 69 of Narrows, VA departed this life October 7, 2023 in the care of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.  Born in Pearisburg, VA on August 6, 1954 he was a son of the late Thomas Edward McCroskey and Mary Beckner McCroskey.

Thomas spent an impressive 43 years working in production at Celanese. His commitment...