Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Reva S. Steele

Reva S. Steele

Apr 23, 2026

Jesus came to get Reva S. Steele, 98, of Riner, VA to take her home on Thursday, April 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rob and Perna Wade Semones, her husband, John E. “June” Steele, her nephew, Harless Duncan, and her best friend, Patsy Day.

She is survived by her son, Phillip Steele and daughter-in-law, Nancy Steele;...

April Dawn Peckham

April Dawn Peckham

Apr 27, 2026

April Dawn Peckham, 52, of Pembroke, passed away on April 27, 2026 at the Sheila Strauss Hospice House. She worked as the inside outside lawn and garden supervisor at Lowes in Fairlawn.

April was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Smith and Patricia Trump. She is survived by her husband, Skip Peckham; son, Levi Caldwell; daughter, Kelsey Peckham (Koty Ridga);...

Sharon Argabright Poff

Sharon Argabright Poff

Apr 25, 2026

Sharon Argabright Poff, 75, of Christiansburg, passed away April 25, 2026.  She was born to the late Eldridge and Hilda Argabright.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Poff; and niece, Hope Spencer.

Sharon is survived by her siblings, Doug Argabright (Lynn), Steve Argabright (Lucia), Greg Argabright (Terri), Penny Kellison; sister-in-law, Kathy Poff; nieces...

Cecil Lloyd Bean, Jr.

Cecil Lloyd Bean, Jr.

Apr 24, 2026

Cecil Lloyd Bean Jr. passed away peacefully in his home in Pulaski on April 24, 2026, surrounded by his close family. Cecil was well known by many as he worked for security in 1992 and went on to drive a truck over the road for many years before becoming a CNA and caring for others in a nursing home.

Cecil was...

Barbara Larson Caldwell

Barbara Larson Caldwell

Nov 28, 2025

Barbara Larson Caldwell, 77, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025 at Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital in Blacksburg, VA with family holding her hands. Barbara was born on October 5, 1948 in Waterbury, Connecticut to the late Arvid E. and Phyllis G. Larson.

Barbara grew up in Goshen, Connecticut and was as a graduate of Wamogo Regional High School. She received...

Gregory Alan Nolen

Gregory Alan Nolen

Mar 29, 2026

Gregory Alan Nolen, 60, of Troutville, VA passed away on March 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald R. Nolen and Margaret Hughes. As well as his sister, Sherri R. Nolen and his father-in-law, Vernon E. Helvey.

Loved ones who will forever cherish his memory are his wife, Kim Nolen; stepmother, Becky Nolen; special nephew, Levi Nolen;...

Carol Finch Cummings

Carol Finch Cummings

Apr 24, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Carol Finch Cummings on Friday, April 24, 2026.

A Celebration of Life will be held on June 6th at 2pm, at St. Thomas Episcipal Church in Christiansburg, Va. 

Earl Garven Alderman

Earl Garven Alderman

Apr 20, 2026

Earl Garven Alderman, 89, of Christiansburg, VA, was welcomed into heaven on Monday April 20, 2026 by his parents Nina Simmons Alderman and Granvel Garven Alderman, his sisters Joyce Runyon and Janice King, granddaughter Bridget Marie Alderman, favorite aunt and uncle, Dale and Maisie Alderman and cousins Linda Muncy and Deborah Alderman, brothers in law, Harold Lovern, Rodney Carper and...

Master Sgt. Eric Harmon Compton

Master Sgt. Eric Harmon Compton

Apr 12, 2026

Master Sgt. Eric Harmon Compton, devoted husband, father, and Soldier, passed away on April 12, 2026.

A resident of Christiansburg, Virginia, Eric was born November 24, 1972, in Richlands, Virginia, to James Robert Compton and Ruby Caroline Breeding. He grew up in Belfast and Floyd, Virginia, and graduated from Floyd County High School in 1990.

Eric proudly served in the Virginia Army...

James Gordon Norwood

James Gordon Norwood

Apr 11, 2026

James Gordon Norwood, fondly known to many as "Norwood" passed away on April 11, 2026, in Shawsville, Virginia. Born on February 1, 1943, Jimmy lived a life marked by dedication, friendship, and a devotion to his community that left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege to know him.

Jimmy's professional career as a surveyor spanned many years, during...

Kurt Arnold Robinson

Kurt Arnold Robinson

Apr 10, 2026

“CrazyHorse” Kurt Arnold Robinson

December 29, 1948 – April 10, 2026

Kurt was preceded in death by his daddy, Arnold Robinson and his step-mom Velva, “Toe”, Robinson, a daughter, Christa Langlitz and his loving wife of 40 years, Debra “Cricket” Hiatt Robinson.

Many things could be shared in the next several 1,000 pages from the life and times of CrazyHorse, but the ones...

Wayne Chrisman Harvey, Sr.

Wayne Chrisman Harvey, Sr.

Apr 10, 2026

Wayne Chrisman Harvey, Sr., age 76 of Willis, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. Wayne was the son of the late Loren Ward Harvey and Frances Mabel Harvey. He is also preceded in death by six brothers, and two sisters.

Surviving are his son, Wayne Harvey, Jr. (Shannon); grandson, Travis Harvey; step grandson, Christopher Reed; brother, Mack Harvey; sisters, Ethel Harvey...

Mark Watson Graham

Mark Watson Graham

Apr 9, 2026

Mark Watson Graham, 66, of Elliston, passed away April 9, 2026. Born to the late Carl Watson Graham and Helen Sowers Graham on February 9, 1960, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Earl Graham, Kenneth Graham, Ronnie Graham; and brother-in-law, Dennis Mabry.

Mark is survived by his loving wife, Julie Hall Graham; stepdaughter, Jennifer Kemp (Scott); stepson, Joseph...

Edward Wayne Parkins

Edward Wayne Parkins

Apr 9, 2026

Edward Wayne Parkins, 80, of Shawsville, passed away on April 9, 2026.

He was born on April 9, 1946, to the late Crista and Ilean McKinley Parkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Mildred Fridley, Hazel Williams, Helen Hoke, Chris Parkins; and his beloved son, Michael Parkins.

Surviving him are his devoted wife, Evelyn Parkins;...

Charles Eugene Yopp

Charles Eugene Yopp

Apr 9, 2026

Charles Eugene Yopp, born on July 11, 1950, in Montgomery County, Virginia, passed away on April 9, 2026, in Shawsville, Virginia. He will be fondly remembered as an amazing and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.

Charles dedicated over 30 years of his life to Leonard Smith Roofing, where he worked diligently as a roofer. His commitment and work ethic...

Mark Timothy Collins

Mark Timothy Collins

Apr 7, 2026

Mark Timothy Collins, a devoted maintenance professional and cherished family man, passed away on April 7, 2026, at Lewis Gale - Salem Hospital. Born on September 23, 1961, in Japan, Mark lived a life marked by dedication, skill, and an enduring love for those around him.

For 17 years, Mark applied his talents and knowledge expertly in maintenance at Polytechnique by...

Mary Jeanette Graham

Mary Jeanette Graham

Apr 5, 2026

Mary Jeanette Graham 'Jeanette', 85, of Shawsville, passed away April 5, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Riley Tazwell Dickerson and Anna Elizabeth Martin Dickerson; beloved husband, Trubie Ivan Graham; and brother, Watson Lee Dickerson.

Jeanette is survived by her children, Aaron Randall Hale (Donna), Sharon Hale Robertson; grandchildren, Arlen Riley Hale, Jenna Elizabeth Robertson; step-grandchildren, Shawn Biller,...

Gail Tinley Simpkins

Gail Tinley Simpkins

Apr 4, 2026

Gail T. Simpkins, age 79, of Radford, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on April 4, 2026.  Gail was a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary at the Riner Volunteer Fire Department for 44 years and a dedicated member of the Izaak Walton League of America, Claytor Lake Chapter, for 21 years. She dearly loved spending time with the...

Steven Kelcie Edwards

Steven Kelcie Edwards

Apr 3, 2026

Steven "Kelcie" Edwards, age 74, passed away on April 3, 2026 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Annie R. Edwards and Robert K. Edwards.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Melba; son Thomas M. Amos (Stacey); and grandson Nathan Amos.

Kelcie was born and raised in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He was a Vietnam Veteran,...

Brenda Brown Givens

Brenda Brown Givens

Apr 3, 2026

Our much-beloved mother Brenda Brown Givens, born on June 28, 1939, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 3, 2026.

In her younger years, she studied at Radford University and later graduated with an associate's degree in fashion merchandising at Cleveland County Community College.  She was an avid paper doll collector, artist, and altered book enthusiast.  And loved all her...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Reva S. Steele

Reva S. Steele

Apr 23, 2026

Jesus came to get Reva S. Steele, 98, of Riner, VA to take her home on Thursday, April 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rob and Perna Wade Semones, her husband, John E. “June” Steele, her nephew, Harless Duncan, and her best friend, Patsy Day.

She is survived by her son, Phillip Steele and daughter-in-law, Nancy Steele;...

April Dawn Peckham

April Dawn Peckham

Apr 27, 2026

April Dawn Peckham, 52, of Pembroke, passed away on April 27, 2026 at the Sheila Strauss Hospice House. She worked as the inside outside lawn and garden supervisor at Lowes in Fairlawn.

April was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Smith and Patricia Trump. She is survived by her husband, Skip Peckham; son, Levi Caldwell; daughter, Kelsey Peckham (Koty Ridga);...

Sharon Argabright Poff

Sharon Argabright Poff

Apr 25, 2026

Sharon Argabright Poff, 75, of Christiansburg, passed away April 25, 2026.  She was born to the late Eldridge and Hilda Argabright.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Poff; and niece, Hope Spencer.

Sharon is survived by her siblings, Doug Argabright (Lynn), Steve Argabright (Lucia), Greg Argabright (Terri), Penny Kellison; sister-in-law, Kathy Poff; nieces...

Cecil Lloyd Bean, Jr.

Cecil Lloyd Bean, Jr.

Apr 24, 2026

Cecil Lloyd Bean Jr. passed away peacefully in his home in Pulaski on April 24, 2026, surrounded by his close family. Cecil was well known by many as he worked for security in 1992 and went on to drive a truck over the road for many years before becoming a CNA and caring for others in a nursing home.

Cecil was...

Barbara Larson Caldwell

Barbara Larson Caldwell

Nov 28, 2025

Barbara Larson Caldwell, 77, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025 at Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital in Blacksburg, VA with family holding her hands. Barbara was born on October 5, 1948 in Waterbury, Connecticut to the late Arvid E. and Phyllis G. Larson.

Barbara grew up in Goshen, Connecticut and was as a graduate of Wamogo Regional High School. She received...

Gregory Alan Nolen

Gregory Alan Nolen

Mar 29, 2026

Gregory Alan Nolen, 60, of Troutville, VA passed away on March 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald R. Nolen and Margaret Hughes. As well as his sister, Sherri R. Nolen and his father-in-law, Vernon E. Helvey.

Loved ones who will forever cherish his memory are his wife, Kim Nolen; stepmother, Becky Nolen; special nephew, Levi Nolen;...

Carol Finch Cummings

Carol Finch Cummings

Apr 24, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Carol Finch Cummings on Friday, April 24, 2026.

A Celebration of Life will be held on June 6th at 2pm, at St. Thomas Episcipal Church in Christiansburg, Va. 

Earl Garven Alderman

Earl Garven Alderman

Apr 20, 2026

Earl Garven Alderman, 89, of Christiansburg, VA, was welcomed into heaven on Monday April 20, 2026 by his parents Nina Simmons Alderman and Granvel Garven Alderman, his sisters Joyce Runyon and Janice King, granddaughter Bridget Marie Alderman, favorite aunt and uncle, Dale and Maisie Alderman and cousins Linda Muncy and Deborah Alderman, brothers in law, Harold Lovern, Rodney Carper and...

Master Sgt. Eric Harmon Compton

Master Sgt. Eric Harmon Compton

Apr 12, 2026

Master Sgt. Eric Harmon Compton, devoted husband, father, and Soldier, passed away on April 12, 2026.

A resident of Christiansburg, Virginia, Eric was born November 24, 1972, in Richlands, Virginia, to James Robert Compton and Ruby Caroline Breeding. He grew up in Belfast and Floyd, Virginia, and graduated from Floyd County High School in 1990.

Eric proudly served in the Virginia Army...

James Gordon Norwood

James Gordon Norwood

Apr 11, 2026

James Gordon Norwood, fondly known to many as "Norwood" passed away on April 11, 2026, in Shawsville, Virginia. Born on February 1, 1943, Jimmy lived a life marked by dedication, friendship, and a devotion to his community that left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege to know him.

Jimmy's professional career as a surveyor spanned many years, during...

Kurt Arnold Robinson

Kurt Arnold Robinson

Apr 10, 2026

“CrazyHorse” Kurt Arnold Robinson

December 29, 1948 – April 10, 2026

Kurt was preceded in death by his daddy, Arnold Robinson and his step-mom Velva, “Toe”, Robinson, a daughter, Christa Langlitz and his loving wife of 40 years, Debra “Cricket” Hiatt Robinson.

Many things could be shared in the next several 1,000 pages from the life and times of CrazyHorse, but the ones...

Wayne Chrisman Harvey, Sr.

Wayne Chrisman Harvey, Sr.

Apr 10, 2026

Wayne Chrisman Harvey, Sr., age 76 of Willis, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. Wayne was the son of the late Loren Ward Harvey and Frances Mabel Harvey. He is also preceded in death by six brothers, and two sisters.

Surviving are his son, Wayne Harvey, Jr. (Shannon); grandson, Travis Harvey; step grandson, Christopher Reed; brother, Mack Harvey; sisters, Ethel Harvey...

Mark Watson Graham

Mark Watson Graham

Apr 9, 2026

Mark Watson Graham, 66, of Elliston, passed away April 9, 2026. Born to the late Carl Watson Graham and Helen Sowers Graham on February 9, 1960, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Earl Graham, Kenneth Graham, Ronnie Graham; and brother-in-law, Dennis Mabry.

Mark is survived by his loving wife, Julie Hall Graham; stepdaughter, Jennifer Kemp (Scott); stepson, Joseph...

Edward Wayne Parkins

Edward Wayne Parkins

Apr 9, 2026

Edward Wayne Parkins, 80, of Shawsville, passed away on April 9, 2026.

He was born on April 9, 1946, to the late Crista and Ilean McKinley Parkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Mildred Fridley, Hazel Williams, Helen Hoke, Chris Parkins; and his beloved son, Michael Parkins.

Surviving him are his devoted wife, Evelyn Parkins;...

Charles Eugene Yopp

Charles Eugene Yopp

Apr 9, 2026

Charles Eugene Yopp, born on July 11, 1950, in Montgomery County, Virginia, passed away on April 9, 2026, in Shawsville, Virginia. He will be fondly remembered as an amazing and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.

Charles dedicated over 30 years of his life to Leonard Smith Roofing, where he worked diligently as a roofer. His commitment and work ethic...

Mark Timothy Collins

Mark Timothy Collins

Apr 7, 2026

Mark Timothy Collins, a devoted maintenance professional and cherished family man, passed away on April 7, 2026, at Lewis Gale - Salem Hospital. Born on September 23, 1961, in Japan, Mark lived a life marked by dedication, skill, and an enduring love for those around him.

For 17 years, Mark applied his talents and knowledge expertly in maintenance at Polytechnique by...

Mary Jeanette Graham

Mary Jeanette Graham

Apr 5, 2026

Mary Jeanette Graham 'Jeanette', 85, of Shawsville, passed away April 5, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Riley Tazwell Dickerson and Anna Elizabeth Martin Dickerson; beloved husband, Trubie Ivan Graham; and brother, Watson Lee Dickerson.

Jeanette is survived by her children, Aaron Randall Hale (Donna), Sharon Hale Robertson; grandchildren, Arlen Riley Hale, Jenna Elizabeth Robertson; step-grandchildren, Shawn Biller,...

Gail Tinley Simpkins

Gail Tinley Simpkins

Apr 4, 2026

Gail T. Simpkins, age 79, of Radford, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on April 4, 2026.  Gail was a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary at the Riner Volunteer Fire Department for 44 years and a dedicated member of the Izaak Walton League of America, Claytor Lake Chapter, for 21 years. She dearly loved spending time with the...

Steven Kelcie Edwards

Steven Kelcie Edwards

Apr 3, 2026

Steven "Kelcie" Edwards, age 74, passed away on April 3, 2026 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Annie R. Edwards and Robert K. Edwards.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Melba; son Thomas M. Amos (Stacey); and grandson Nathan Amos.

Kelcie was born and raised in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He was a Vietnam Veteran,...

Brenda Brown Givens

Brenda Brown Givens

Apr 3, 2026

Our much-beloved mother Brenda Brown Givens, born on June 28, 1939, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 3, 2026.

In her younger years, she studied at Radford University and later graduated with an associate's degree in fashion merchandising at Cleveland County Community College.  She was an avid paper doll collector, artist, and altered book enthusiast.  And loved all her...