Obituary Listing

Apr 27, 2023

Crystal Renee Candler, 35 of Narrows, VA went to be with the Lord April 27, 2023. Born in Radford, VA on March 5, 1988; she was a daughter of Linda Stephens and Wayne Candler.

She was employed as Director of Child Care at Giles Health and Family Center. Always putting others before herself; Crystal loved...

Apr 23, 2023

Barry Wayne McCraw, Sr, 65 of Narrows, Virginia departed this life April 23, 2023 in the care of Heritage Hall-Rich Creek. Born in Giles County on September 2, 1957 he was a son of the late Ralph and Nancy Brumfield McCraw.

Barry loved all of his family and was one that would always make you...

Apr 21, 2023

Robert "Pete" Lewis Whittaker was born on April 1, 1957 in Giles Memorial Hospital. He gained his wings on April 21, 2023 at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center. He is proceeded in death by his parents James and Hazel Fisher Whittaker, and two sisters Marie Dalton Ratcliffe and infant sister Vanessa Fisher. Also proceeded in death by...

Apr 18, 2023

Donald Edward Whittaker, 76 of Pearisburg, Virginia departed this life April 18, 2023 in the care of Lewis Gale Hospital-Montgomery.  Born in Giles County on June 30, 1946, he was a son of the late Elias and Evelyn Price Whittaker.

Donald's first love was the family that he and his wife, Patricia Stanley Whittaker would have the...

Apr 18, 2023

Doritha Rozetta Hutchison Price "Dorothy" also known as Granny to many, 88 of Mays Hollow in Pembroke departed this life April 18, 2023 in the care of her family.  Born April 10, 1935 in Craig County she was a daughter of Henry Hutchison and Alberta Caldwell Hutchison.

Dorothy never met a stranger and loved all who came...

Apr 18, 2023

Mattie B. Riddle (Polly), 97, of Pearisburg, VA passed away on April 18, 2023.

She formerly resided in Fredricksburg where she had lived for more than 50 years and retired from Safeway Stores.

Polly was a member of Riverview Baptist Church of Ripplemead, VA.

She is preceded in death...

Apr 14, 2023

Dorothy Faye Hayes Dillon, known to her friends as "Dottie", 84 of Narrows, Virginia heard well done thou good and faithful servant as she entered into her Heavenly Home with her Lord and Savior on April 14, 2023, in the loving care of her family.  Born May 13, 1938 in Lonoke, Arkansas she was a daughter of the late...

Apr 10, 2023

Thomas Dale Robbins, 67 of Staffordsville, VA departed this life April 10, 2023 in his home.  Born in Giles County on February 20, 1956 he was a son of the late Edward Hughes Robbins and Cynthia Lucas Robbins.

Thomas enjoyed his life and in particular working on his truck, walking around Pearisburg, fishing, and masonry.

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Apr 10, 2023

Shirley Ann Neice, 86 of Pearisburg, VA departed this life April 10, 2023 in the care of Salem Health and Rehabilitation Center.  Born in Pearisburg, VA on September 23, 1936 she was a daughter of the late Edward Neice Sr. and Venice Taylor Neice.

Shirley was devoted to her community and family, having raised many children as...

Apr 9, 2023

James Smith Collins, 76 of Blacksburg, Virginia departed this life April 9, 2023 in the care of Lewis Gale Hospital-Montgomery.  Born in Virginia on July 14, 1946 he was a son of the late Charles and Virginia Sadler Collins.

James loved his life and his family first.  James provided for his family as a truck driver with...

Apr 8, 2023

Barbara Jean Shaver Evans, 78, of Pearisburg, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023.  She was born on November 3, 1944, to the late Rev. Hobert and Avis Shaver.

She is preceded in death by her husband and best friend of 32 years, Brownie Evans, and many loving brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Barbara graduated from Giles...

Apr 3, 2023

Ronnell Thomas Johnson, 54, of St. Petersburg, FL, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital surrounded by loved ones and in the arms of his wife of 29 years after sustaining injuries from a tragic accident.

Ronnell was born on June 21, 1968 to Paul and Barbara Johnson of Pearisburg, Virginia. Ronnell graduated...

Apr 2, 2023

Jerry Wayne Moser, 68 of Pearisburg, VA and formerly of Pembroke, VA departed this life in his home on April 2, 2023.  Born in Virginia on January 8, 1955 he was a son of the late Alton Edgar Moser and Ruby Rye Moser.

Jerry enjoyed life; reading; collecting old items; and watching the Dallas Cowboys play football....

Mar 31, 2023

David Allen Snidow of Pembroke, VA departed this life Friday night, March 31, 2023 in Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.  Born in Pearisburg, VA on April 5, 1946, he was a son of the late Joe Johnston Snidow and Mary Dee Kelly Snidow.

He was a graduate of Giles High School.  He then went to serve his country...

Mar 23, 2023

Jeanie Gale Heath, 60 of Pearisburg, Virginia departed this life March 23, 2023 in her home. Born in West Virginia on October 2, 1962 she was a daughter of the late Clarence Heath and Ivxqinesy Simms Heath.

Jeanie was a caregiver who enjoyed crafting, knitting, and sewing.

Left to cherish her memory are her brothers...

Mar 23, 2023

Lonnie Freeman of Narrows, VA formerly of Pearisburg, VA departed this life on Thursday March 23rd 2023. Lonnie was born May 20th, 1937 to Cue and Annie Freeman. He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley, son Michael, brothers Alfred and David. Sisters Nora and Alberta.

Lonnie was a Korean War Army Veteran of the 101st...

Mar 21, 2023

Flois Maxine Brewster Evans departed this life March 21, 2023 to meet her Heavenly Father and join her loved ones who went on before her namely her parents, John Edward Brewster and Verna Asbury Brewster Light; Melva Wendeback and husband Fred Wendeback; step-father, Roscoe Light; step-brother, Leon Light; and great-nephew, Kaleb Soldz.

Left to cherish her memory...

Mar 16, 2023

Peggy Darlene Riggs Hetherington, 69 of Pearisburg, VA departed this life March 16, 2023 with her loving family by her side. Peggy was born in Giles County, Virginia on February 6, 1954 to Pauline Dalton Riggs.

Peggy lived her life in dedication to her faith and family. She was a wonderful wife, mother and well-loved member of...

Mar 15, 2023

Dian Sherman Covill, 73 of Rural Retreat, Virginia departed this life March 15, 2023 in the care of Mountain Laurel Rehab and Nursing.  Born in California on March 9, 1950 she was a daughter of the late Leonard and Melva Sherman.

Dian proudly held an MBA and was a secretary with the FAA.  She also enjoyed quilting...

Mar 13, 2023

Carl Edward DiRico III "Punky", 51 of Hiwassee, VA and formerly of Pembroke, VA departed this life March 13, 2023 at his home.  Born in Virginia on August 22, 1971 he was a son of Mary Jane Austin of Dublin, Virginia and the late Carl DiRico Jr.

Carl enjoyed working on cars, hunting, fishing, and followed wrestling....