Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Monroe Allen Hedrick

Monroe Allen Hedrick

Nov 10, 2025

Pastor Monroe Allen Hedrick, 84, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on February 19, 1941, he was the son of the late Chester and Cleo Graham Hedrick. He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Hedrick, and sister, Roberta Jean Hedrick Jacob.

Monroe is survived by his loving and devoted wife,...

Leonard Chester Angle, III

Leonard Chester Angle, III

Oct 20, 2025

Leonard Chester Angle, III, 80 of Radford, passed away October 20, 2025.  

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 3 p.m. at the Christiansburg Presbyterian Church.  In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Presbyterian Children's Home of the Highlands, Inc., P. O. Box 545, Wytheville, VA 24382.

Mark Slusser

Mark Slusser

Sep 17, 2025

Mark Slusser passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, to his Lord and Savior. He was born to James Glennie Slusser and Virginia (Barker) Slusser on May 11, 1950, and raised in Christiansburg, Virginia. He was a 1968 graduate and served active duties in Vietnam from 1968 to 1971.

He survived by his mother “Sally” Virginia Slusser of Virginia, his son...

Rayburn Milton Fisher

Rayburn Milton Fisher

Nov 13, 2025

Rayburn M Fisher, 87, of Elliston passed away November 13, 2025 peacefully at the VA Medical Center in Salem. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Estle fisher & Irene Barnett Fisher; wife of 30 years, Shelbey Fisher; brother, Roger Fisher; daughter, Linda McCraw Barnett; and grandson, Joseph McCraw. 

Rayburn is survived by his brother, Ronald Fisher and wife, Sharon; sister,...

Carolyn Ahart Whitaker

Carolyn Ahart Whitaker

Nov 7, 2025

Carolyn Ahart Whitaker, 85, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away at home on November 7, 2025 with her family by her side after a short battle with leukemia. Born May 10, 1940 in Parkin, Arkansas, she was pre-deceased by her parents Frank and Annie Ahart, husband Dan C. Whitaker, son Michael C. Conner and sisters Reggie L. Gaines and Ruthie (Beanie)...

Kenneth Wayne Ramsey

Kenneth Wayne Ramsey

Nov 5, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Ramsey, 74 of Blacksburg, went home to be with the Lord November 5, 2025.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Adkins Ramsey; infant daughter, Angela Michael Ramsey; parents, Leon Kenneth and Edith Anora Ramsey; sisters, Freda Layne Ramsey Dean (his twin sister) and Betty Ramsey Allen; and his brother, Michael Leon Ramsey.

Kenneth is survived by...

Judy Cupp Akers

Judy Cupp Akers

Nov 4, 2025

Judy Cupp Akers, 72 of Norfolk, formerly of Salem passed away November 4, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Akers; father, James Cupp; mother, Myrtle Cupp; brothers-in-law, Virgil Spradlin, Jimmy Akers, Donald Sires; sisters-in-law, Doris Akers, Brenda Akers; and grand dog, Walter.

Judy is survived by her son, Charles Lance Akers; daughter-in-law, Anna Lorich Akers; granddaughter, Adeline...

William Timothy 'Tim' Reynolds

William Timothy 'Tim' Reynolds

Oct 31, 2025

William Timothy 'Tim" Reynolds, 64, of Shawsville VA passed away on October 31, 2025. Preceding him in death are his parents William Stanley Reynolds and Irma Stiltner Reynolds. His father in law LTC. (retired) Berlin B. Huffman. Loved ones remaining to cherish his memory are his wife Jeanna Huffman Reynolds; sister Katherine Stewart; brother in law Marc Stewart; niece Megan...

Patsy Harless Bruce

Patsy Harless Bruce

Oct 27, 2025

Patsy Harless Bruce, of Christiansburg, passed away October 27, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born in Giles County, VA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence K. Harless and Hazel W. Harless of Giles County; brothers, Cecil, James, Douglas, William, and Marshall; sisters, Lois and Betty.

Patsy graduated in 1965 from Giles High School in Pearisburg, and...

Robert Wayne Sheppard, Jr.

Robert Wayne Sheppard, Jr.

Oct 22, 2025

Robert Wayne “Robbie” Sheppard, Jr, 51, of Christiansburg, VA passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Wayne Sheppard, Sr. and a sister, Amy Medley.

Robbie is survived by his mother, Mary Jones of Christiansburg, VA; sisters, Crystal Phillips of Dublin, VA and Shannon (Jose) Medley of NC; many aunts, uncles, and cousins;...

William Sei-Jin Quintin

William Sei-Jin Quintin

Oct 21, 2025

William Sei-Jin Quintin passed away on the morning of October 21, 2025 at 19 years old. Will was born November 4, 2005 in Seoul, South Korea and was adopted into the Quintin family at five months old.

As a child, Will was constantly smiling, laughing, and moving. He was always eager to try new things, climb trees, or wrestle with his...

Christopher Lee Foster

Christopher Lee Foster

Oct 20, 2025

Christopher (Chris) Lee Foster, 50, of Christiansburg VA. passed away on October 20, 2025. Chris worked at Spectrum Brands and was nicknamed by his coworkers as "Virgil."

He was preceded in death by  his brother Robert and grandparents Garld and Helen Brown, Marvin and Gladys Foster.  Chris is survived by his parents  Richard and Barbara Foster, brother Richard and wife, Donna...

Brenda Walters Thomas

Brenda Walters Thomas

Oct 19, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Brenda Walters Thomas, a devoted wife, cherished mother, and beloved grandmother, who departed this life on October 19th 2025 at the age of 82. Brenda lived a life full of kindness, and unwavering love for her family. She was the heart of our home — a...

Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner

Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner

Oct 18, 2025

Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner, 35 of Christiansburg, passed away October 18, 2025. Charlie worked at Avelenos as the Front End Manager and was a 2008 graduate of Christiansburg High School.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Robert Paul Stoner and Sarah Barbara Holmes; maternal grandparents, Charles Eugene and Joyce Reed; uncle, David Stoner; and aunt, Janice Lester Dickerson.

Charlie...

Wanda Lee Smith

Wanda Lee Smith

Oct 17, 2025

Wanda Lee Smith, 76, went to be with the Lord on October 17, 2025. She was born on September 20, 1949, in Merrimac, Virginia, to the late James and Hester Jones Smith. Wanda later moved with her family to Pilot, Virginia, where she made her lifelong home.



She was a beautiful, sweet soul who was always soft spoken and kind. She...

Kyle William Dehart

Kyle William Dehart

Oct 16, 2025

Kyle William Dehart, of Fairlawn VA. passed away in his garage on October 16, 2025, when Jesus called his good and faithful servant home. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. The only places he would have liked to be when he left this earth was in a boat, hunting blind or his garage. Kyle lived a faith filled life...

Wanda Thompson Griffin

Wanda Thompson Griffin

Oct 13, 2025

Wanda Thompson Griffin, 63 of Christiansburg passed away peacefully Monday, October 13, in her sleep. Wanda was an avid reader, enjoyed cross-stitching and crocheting, and planning events for her church. She enjoyed word-searches, crosswords and playing with her dog, Lette.

Wanda was predeceased by her father, Boyd Thompson. She is survived by her husband, Stacy Griffin; her son, Alex Griffin; grandchildren,...

Dwayne Ray Vaughan

Dwayne Ray Vaughan

Oct 10, 2025

Dwayne Ray Vaughan went to his heavenly home on October 10, 2025. Born on May 29, 1968, Dwayne lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. He was known for his big heart, his bright smile, and his willingness to help anyone. Dwayne loved his friends like family and had a way of making everyone feel welcome wherever he...

Hubert Sweeney

Hubert Sweeney

Oct 8, 2025

Hubert Sweeney of English, WV went to be with Jesus on October 8, 2025. He preached for over 50 years and pastored several churches in the area. He was a retired coal miner. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ruben & Sallie Sweeney with whom he grew up with alongside his brothers and sisters. Hubert is survived by...

Jerry Trent Horton

Jerry Trent Horton

Oct 5, 2025

Jerry Trent Horton, of Riner, VA, passed away on October 5, 2025 at the age of 87. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and community member.

Jerry served in the U.S. Army for three years, including 18 months in Germany, and then attended Hines Junior College in Mississippi. After some years away, Jerry and Mary Jo returned to Riner to...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Monroe Allen Hedrick

Monroe Allen Hedrick

Nov 10, 2025

Pastor Monroe Allen Hedrick, 84, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on February 19, 1941, he was the son of the late Chester and Cleo Graham Hedrick. He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Hedrick, and sister, Roberta Jean Hedrick Jacob.

Monroe is survived by his loving and devoted wife,...

Leonard Chester Angle, III

Leonard Chester Angle, III

Oct 20, 2025

Leonard Chester Angle, III, 80 of Radford, passed away October 20, 2025.  

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 3 p.m. at the Christiansburg Presbyterian Church.  In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Presbyterian Children's Home of the Highlands, Inc., P. O. Box 545, Wytheville, VA 24382.

Mark Slusser

Mark Slusser

Sep 17, 2025

Mark Slusser passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, to his Lord and Savior. He was born to James Glennie Slusser and Virginia (Barker) Slusser on May 11, 1950, and raised in Christiansburg, Virginia. He was a 1968 graduate and served active duties in Vietnam from 1968 to 1971.

He survived by his mother “Sally” Virginia Slusser of Virginia, his son...

Rayburn Milton Fisher

Rayburn Milton Fisher

Nov 13, 2025

Rayburn M Fisher, 87, of Elliston passed away November 13, 2025 peacefully at the VA Medical Center in Salem. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Estle fisher & Irene Barnett Fisher; wife of 30 years, Shelbey Fisher; brother, Roger Fisher; daughter, Linda McCraw Barnett; and grandson, Joseph McCraw. 

Rayburn is survived by his brother, Ronald Fisher and wife, Sharon; sister,...

Carolyn Ahart Whitaker

Carolyn Ahart Whitaker

Nov 7, 2025

Carolyn Ahart Whitaker, 85, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away at home on November 7, 2025 with her family by her side after a short battle with leukemia. Born May 10, 1940 in Parkin, Arkansas, she was pre-deceased by her parents Frank and Annie Ahart, husband Dan C. Whitaker, son Michael C. Conner and sisters Reggie L. Gaines and Ruthie (Beanie)...

Kenneth Wayne Ramsey

Kenneth Wayne Ramsey

Nov 5, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Ramsey, 74 of Blacksburg, went home to be with the Lord November 5, 2025.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Adkins Ramsey; infant daughter, Angela Michael Ramsey; parents, Leon Kenneth and Edith Anora Ramsey; sisters, Freda Layne Ramsey Dean (his twin sister) and Betty Ramsey Allen; and his brother, Michael Leon Ramsey.

Kenneth is survived by...

Judy Cupp Akers

Judy Cupp Akers

Nov 4, 2025

Judy Cupp Akers, 72 of Norfolk, formerly of Salem passed away November 4, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Akers; father, James Cupp; mother, Myrtle Cupp; brothers-in-law, Virgil Spradlin, Jimmy Akers, Donald Sires; sisters-in-law, Doris Akers, Brenda Akers; and grand dog, Walter.

Judy is survived by her son, Charles Lance Akers; daughter-in-law, Anna Lorich Akers; granddaughter, Adeline...

William Timothy 'Tim' Reynolds

William Timothy 'Tim' Reynolds

Oct 31, 2025

William Timothy 'Tim" Reynolds, 64, of Shawsville VA passed away on October 31, 2025. Preceding him in death are his parents William Stanley Reynolds and Irma Stiltner Reynolds. His father in law LTC. (retired) Berlin B. Huffman. Loved ones remaining to cherish his memory are his wife Jeanna Huffman Reynolds; sister Katherine Stewart; brother in law Marc Stewart; niece Megan...

Patsy Harless Bruce

Patsy Harless Bruce

Oct 27, 2025

Patsy Harless Bruce, of Christiansburg, passed away October 27, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born in Giles County, VA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence K. Harless and Hazel W. Harless of Giles County; brothers, Cecil, James, Douglas, William, and Marshall; sisters, Lois and Betty.

Patsy graduated in 1965 from Giles High School in Pearisburg, and...

Robert Wayne Sheppard, Jr.

Robert Wayne Sheppard, Jr.

Oct 22, 2025

Robert Wayne “Robbie” Sheppard, Jr, 51, of Christiansburg, VA passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Wayne Sheppard, Sr. and a sister, Amy Medley.

Robbie is survived by his mother, Mary Jones of Christiansburg, VA; sisters, Crystal Phillips of Dublin, VA and Shannon (Jose) Medley of NC; many aunts, uncles, and cousins;...

William Sei-Jin Quintin

William Sei-Jin Quintin

Oct 21, 2025

William Sei-Jin Quintin passed away on the morning of October 21, 2025 at 19 years old. Will was born November 4, 2005 in Seoul, South Korea and was adopted into the Quintin family at five months old.

As a child, Will was constantly smiling, laughing, and moving. He was always eager to try new things, climb trees, or wrestle with his...

Christopher Lee Foster

Christopher Lee Foster

Oct 20, 2025

Christopher (Chris) Lee Foster, 50, of Christiansburg VA. passed away on October 20, 2025. Chris worked at Spectrum Brands and was nicknamed by his coworkers as "Virgil."

He was preceded in death by  his brother Robert and grandparents Garld and Helen Brown, Marvin and Gladys Foster.  Chris is survived by his parents  Richard and Barbara Foster, brother Richard and wife, Donna...

Brenda Walters Thomas

Brenda Walters Thomas

Oct 19, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Brenda Walters Thomas, a devoted wife, cherished mother, and beloved grandmother, who departed this life on October 19th 2025 at the age of 82. Brenda lived a life full of kindness, and unwavering love for her family. She was the heart of our home — a...

Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner

Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner

Oct 18, 2025

Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner, 35 of Christiansburg, passed away October 18, 2025. Charlie worked at Avelenos as the Front End Manager and was a 2008 graduate of Christiansburg High School.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Robert Paul Stoner and Sarah Barbara Holmes; maternal grandparents, Charles Eugene and Joyce Reed; uncle, David Stoner; and aunt, Janice Lester Dickerson.

Charlie...

Wanda Lee Smith

Wanda Lee Smith

Oct 17, 2025

Wanda Lee Smith, 76, went to be with the Lord on October 17, 2025. She was born on September 20, 1949, in Merrimac, Virginia, to the late James and Hester Jones Smith. Wanda later moved with her family to Pilot, Virginia, where she made her lifelong home.



She was a beautiful, sweet soul who was always soft spoken and kind. She...

Kyle William Dehart

Kyle William Dehart

Oct 16, 2025

Kyle William Dehart, of Fairlawn VA. passed away in his garage on October 16, 2025, when Jesus called his good and faithful servant home. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. The only places he would have liked to be when he left this earth was in a boat, hunting blind or his garage. Kyle lived a faith filled life...

Wanda Thompson Griffin

Wanda Thompson Griffin

Oct 13, 2025

Wanda Thompson Griffin, 63 of Christiansburg passed away peacefully Monday, October 13, in her sleep. Wanda was an avid reader, enjoyed cross-stitching and crocheting, and planning events for her church. She enjoyed word-searches, crosswords and playing with her dog, Lette.

Wanda was predeceased by her father, Boyd Thompson. She is survived by her husband, Stacy Griffin; her son, Alex Griffin; grandchildren,...

Dwayne Ray Vaughan

Dwayne Ray Vaughan

Oct 10, 2025

Dwayne Ray Vaughan went to his heavenly home on October 10, 2025. Born on May 29, 1968, Dwayne lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. He was known for his big heart, his bright smile, and his willingness to help anyone. Dwayne loved his friends like family and had a way of making everyone feel welcome wherever he...

Hubert Sweeney

Hubert Sweeney

Oct 8, 2025

Hubert Sweeney of English, WV went to be with Jesus on October 8, 2025. He preached for over 50 years and pastored several churches in the area. He was a retired coal miner. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ruben & Sallie Sweeney with whom he grew up with alongside his brothers and sisters. Hubert is survived by...

Jerry Trent Horton

Jerry Trent Horton

Oct 5, 2025

Jerry Trent Horton, of Riner, VA, passed away on October 5, 2025 at the age of 87. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and community member.

Jerry served in the U.S. Army for three years, including 18 months in Germany, and then attended Hines Junior College in Mississippi. After some years away, Jerry and Mary Jo returned to Riner to...