Obituaries
Nancy Roberts McGrady
Feb 23, 2026
Nancy E. McGrady, 88, of Christiansburg passed away on February 23, 2026.
She and her late husband, David, enjoyed a simple life. Nancy loved to cook, garden, and was a skilled seamstress. She was a good-hearted woman.
Besides her husband, David D. McGrady, Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, W.W. ‘Moot’ & Juanita Roberts; sisters, Pearl ‘Sis’ Smith, Frances ‘PeeWee’...
Douglas Roscoe Austin
Feb 18, 2026
Douglas Roscoe Austin, 84 of Radford, passed away on February 18, 2026.
He worked at Kollmorgen/Inland Motors at the West Main Street plant for 65 years, retiring at 84. He was a member of Grove United Methodist Church. He loved camping, fishing, woodworking, and traveling the country on Sunshine Tour buses with his wife.
Douglas was preceded in death by his parents,...
Blanche Elaine Dunbar Hall Combs
Feb 24, 2026
Blanche Elaine Dunbar Hall Combs, 102, of Christiansburg, Virginia, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 24, 2026, following a brief illness. Blanche was blessed to live independently, with the help of family, until her recent hospitalization. Her beloved cat, Tiger Lily, was her constant companion and gave her the purpose and comfort she cherished while remaining...
Bobby Jimmy William Hall
Feb 24, 2026
Bobby Jimmy William Hall, 89 of Christiansburg passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. A graveside service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens.
A full obituary for Bobby will appear here later.
Malek Phillip Austin Johnson
Feb 19, 2026
Malek Phillip Austin Johnson, age 2 of Christiansburg, passed away on February 19, 2026. A funeral service will be conducted on March 7, 2026 at 12:00 pm from the chapel of Horne Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am.
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...
Joyce Elizabeth Mills
Feb 23, 2026
Joyce Elizabeth Mills, 84, of Callaway passed away on Monday February 23, 2026. She was born to William Harvey Green and Clara Belle Hodges on May 24, 1941. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 60 years, Paul Franklin Mills to whom she was his eyes and ears; and brother, Dennis Green. She loved cooking and...
Nelson Edmond Vest Sr.
Feb 19, 2026
Nelson Edmond Vest Sr., lovingly known as “Pawpaw,” 91, of Pilot, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on February 19, 2026.
He was born on February 7, 1935, in Floyd, Virginia, and was one of twelve brothers. Nelson faithfully served his country for four years in the United States Army, including service in Korea. After returning home from the military,...
Thomas Oliver Minor III
Feb 17, 2026
Thomas Oliver Minor III, 66, of Shawsville passed away on February 17, 2026. Known as Tom to everyone who loved him. Tom had a profound love for God, Country, and his family. Tom graduated from Lee Davis High School. Worked at Price Club tire center as manager. Tom served 15 years as a Law Enforcement Officer in Henrico County, Richmond...
David Albert Gonzales
Feb 16, 2026
David Albert Gonzales, 66, of Christiansburg passed away on February 16, 2026. Preceding him in death are his father, Esteban Gonzales and his close friend and mentor John "Jack" Boyd.
Loved ones remaining who will forever cherish his memory are his wife Sheryl Gonzales; his sons, Michael Gonzales, Josiah Gonzales (Hannah), ; daughters, Elianna Gonzales, Hannah Gonzales; mother, Alicia Gonzales; brothers,...
Marissa Rose Simpson
Feb 15, 2026
Marissa Rose Simpson, 24, of Christiansburg passed away peacefully Sunday, February 15, 2026, after a brief illness. She was born on November 5, 2001 in Christiansburg VA.
Marissa enjoyed dancing to BTS and cheering for Christiansburg High School. She loved going to McDonalds, 7Brew and Starbucks. She loved her family and her dog Piper. She loved all her special friends.
Marissa was...
Alvin Lee Hale
Feb 12, 2026
Alvin Lee Hale, 91, of Christiansburg, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026. He was born on September 1, 1934 in Floyd, VA to the late Irvin and Vallie Hale.
He was a hardworking man who made a career in police work. He served 32 years on the Christiansburg Police Department, retiring there as Chief of Police in 1990. After retirement he...
Robert Brooks 'Bob' George
Feb 12, 2026
Robert Brooks ‘Bob’ George, 70 of Christiansburg, passed away February 12, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Brooks and Sarah Geneva Miller George; and sister, Carolyn Sue George Martin.
Bob is survived by his wife, Kathy Lee Price George; son, Joshua Allen George (Olivia) of Carrsville, VA; grandsons, Daulton Brooks George of Norfolk, Connor Holden George and...
Lena Gaye Duncan
Feb 11, 2026
Lena Gaye Hollandsworth Duncan, 97, passed away on Wednesday, February 11th , 2026. She was born on September 13th , 1928, the 3rd child of Burman Theodore Hollandsworth and Ocie Phillips Hollandsworth. She grew up on the family farm in Indian Valley, Floyd County. She learned the lesson of being responsible for others at a very young age. Her parents...
Doris Phoenix Stanger
Feb 11, 2026
**Obituary for Doris P. Stanger**
Doris P. Stanger, aged 72, of Christiansburg, passed away peacefully at her home on February 11, 2026. Doris retired from Poly Scientific.
Doris was cherished for her unwavering love and commitment to her family. She shared quite a ride in marriage with her husband, Glenn, for over 53 years. Together, they created a life filled with cherished...
Barbara Palmer McKenzie
Feb 10, 2026
Barbara Jean Palmer McKenzie, age 77, of Christiansburg, Virginia, was born on Wednesday, September 8, 1948. She was the beloved daughter of the late Odell William Palmer, Sr. and Pauline West Palmer.
Barbara was united in holy matrimony to Freddie “Fred” Andrew McKenzie on Saturday, August 5, 1972. Their union was one of love and devotion until his passing on Sunday,...
Donald E. Phillips
Feb 2, 2026
Donald E. Phillips, a beloved member of the Christiansburg community, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on February 25, 1935, in Radford, Virginia, Don lived a life filled with hard work, dedication, and warmth that touched everyone he encountered.
For four decades, Don dedicated his career to Lynchburg Foundry, where his strong work ethic...
Patrick R. Haggerty
Feb 1, 2026
Patrick Robert Haggerty was born on August 12, 1946, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, just nine months after his father returned from World War II.
He graduated from Salmon Idaho High School, where his first job was at a local sawmill. During this time, he married Ruth Smith and welcomed his two daughters, Joi Olund and Jeri Mai (Chris Mai).
On a friend's...
Ronald Lynn Link
Jan 29, 2026
Ronald Lynn “JR” Link, 61, of Dublin, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on January 29, 2026, with his wife, son, and daughter by his side.
Born on November 19, 1964, in Riner, Virginia, JR was the son of Dorothy Smith and the late Larry Jackson Link. He was raised in a close-knit family and graduated from Auburn High School...
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