Obituaries
Kenneth Ray Dudding
Oct 1, 2026
Kenneth Ray Dudding, 74, of New Castle VA, passed away on October 1, 2026. Preceding him in death are his father, Robert Richard Dudding; and his sister-in-law, Wanda Dudding.
Those who will cherish his memory are his daughter, Aterra Dudding; granddaughter, Keira Dudding; mother, Constance (Connie) Dudding; brothers, Glenn Dudding, Donald (Carolyne) Dudding, Benny (Susan) Dudding; sister, Nancy (Mike) Crowder. As...
Estelle Shelburne Dobbins
Oct 2, 2026
Estelle Shelburne Dobbins, 87, of Christiansburg, VA went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 2, 2026. She was born on January 19, 1939 in Radford, VA to the late William James "W.J." Shelburne and Louise Shelton Shelburne. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of almost 60 years, Ralph L. Dobbins.
Left to cherish her memory...
Jerry Truman Sawyers
Oct 7, 2026
Jerry Truman Sawyers was born November 17, 1945 and passed away with his loved ones by his side on October 7, 2026 at the age of 80 years of age.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carol Sawyers, Brother Howard Sawyers & Donna, Brothers-in-law Kenneth Kozar & Mary, Aubrey Kozar & Sandy, Sisters-in-law Marsella Graham, and Alice Cox.
There...
Vera Richardson Hall
Oct 6, 2026
Vera Richardson Hall of Shawsville, VA, born on October 25, 1941, went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, at the age of 84 on October 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Vera retired as the secretary/bookkeeper of Shawsville Middle & High School, later known as Eastern Montgomery High. There are numerous stories of Vera’s compassionate heart for the children...
Irvin Wayne Phillips
Oct 3, 2026
Irvin Wayne Phillips, 65, of Christiansburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and cherished memories.
Born on June 6, 1961, Irvin was the son of the late Clarence Rollie Phillips and Nadine Elizabeth Perdue. In addition to his parents, Irvin was preceded in death by his sister, Debra Ellen Wood (Woody), and his brother, Rollie Clarence...
Vernon Lewis McDowell
Sep 29, 2026
Vernon Lewis McDowell, 80, of Christiansburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on September 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 4, 1946. Vernon was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family and enjoying the outdoors. The beach, lake, racetrack, and soccer field were some of his favorite places....
Elmer L. Shealor
Sep 26, 2026
Elmer L Shealor, age 84 of Christiansburg, Virginia went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, September 26, 2026 . Proceeding in his death are his mother, Lucy Shealor; father Harry Shealor; brother Harold Shealor; sister Winifred Howell; wife Estelle Shealor from 1964 to 2004; wife Sarah Shealor from 2008 to 2023 and several brother and sister-in laws....
Willie Mae Spencer
Sep 15, 2026
On September 15, 2026, Willie Mae Spencer went home to be with the Lord. She is now resting peacefully in the loving arms of Jesus and reunited with the beloved family members who went before her. Our angel on earth has now earned her heavenly wings.
Willie was deeply loved by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Her strong...
Patti Sue Meeks
Sep 14, 2026
Patti Sue Meeks, age 61, passed away on September 14, 2026, just eleven days before her 62nd birthday. Though her time here was far too short, the love she shared and the memories she created will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Patti was full of life, always smiling, laughing, and ready to tell a good...
James Edward Simpkins
Sep 13, 2026
James E Simpkins, entered eternity Sunday September 13, 2026 twenty days shy of his 100 th birthday. He was born October 3, 1926 in Giles County, VA. He graduated from Blacksburg High School in 1947 and on to Virginia Tech as a civil engineering major. It was then that Beatrice King introduced him to her younger sister, Iris Woods, the...
Robert Leon Dickenson, Jr.
Sep 13, 2026
Robert Leon Dickenson, Jr., 79, of Christiansburg, VA., passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026; in his loving home. He was born in Norfolk, VA on November 29, 1946 to the late Lt. Col. Robert Leon Dickenson Sr. and Eleanor Ross Dickenson. He was also preceded in death by a son, Chrisopher Scott Dickenson, a daughter, Dena Suzanne Dickenson, and...
Rita Willard Camp
Sep 12, 2026
Rita Sue W. Camp (March 14, 1947 - September 12, 2026) grew up in Christiansburg, VA. Her parents were Sam and Katie Nolley Willard. She is survived by her sister, Lynn W. Ward (James), brothers, Garry (Rita) and Barry (Betty-Jo) Willard; and brother-in-law, Jack Camp (JoAnn). Nieces and nephews, Kim W. Mietus (Ray), Brad Ward, Kelly V. Rodgers (Danny), Denise...
Scott Anthony Cook
Sep 8, 2026
Scott Anthony Cook, affectionately known to many as “Cookie,” age 56, of Christiansburg, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Richmond.
Above all, Scott was a devoted, wonderful husband and father. A proud 1988 graduate of Blacksburg High School, he dedicated his career to protecting and serving others through...
Cheryl Rana Gill
Sep 4, 2026
Cheryl Rana Gill, 53, of Pilot, VA passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026. She was born in Giles County, VA on March 2, 1973 to Charles W. Collins and Ella M. Smith Collins. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Joyce Irene Gill. Cheryl graduated from Giles County High School and Radford University...
Melissa W. Obenhaus
Sep 3, 2026
Melissa Ruth Wilson Obenhaus, age 70, passed away September 3, 2026, at home in Christiansburg, Virginia, surrounded by family and attended by Good Samaritan Hospice. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald W. Wilson. She is survived by her loving husband Bruce David Obenhaus, two sons Joshua Morgan Obenhaus and R. F. Wilson Obenhaus; mother Frankie Eaton Wilson...
Ronnie Ellis Hawley
Sep 3, 2026
Ronnie Ellis Hawley, a faithful family man, proud grandfather, and Ford enthusiast passed away surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 3, 2026 at the age of 72.
Ronnie was born on July 16, 1954 to Ellis Wade Hawley and Mary Etta Musselman Hawley. He grew up in the small community of Vicker, racing his old Fords up and down the...
Margaret Keene Tollison
Aug 29, 2026
Margaret Keene Tollison passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on August 29, 2026. She had just celebrated her 93rd birthday and 75 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Samuel Hulon Tollison.
Margaret was born on August 15, 1933, in Grundy, Virginia, the daughter of the late Verna and Clyde C. Keene. As a young woman, she was a...
Julie Christina Wood
Aug 28, 2026
Julie Christian Wood, 49, of Radford passed away on August 28, 2026. She had a big heart. She always had a way of making everyone feel special and a part of things.
Julie was preceded in death by her father, Carl Benjamin "Benny" Allison.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Clinton Wood; children, Chad Simpson, Shelby Simpson, Barbara Gracie Wood, Michael...
Archer Ward Grayson
Aug 27, 2026
Archer Ward Grayson was born on February 5, 1937, in Christiansburg, Virginia, to the late Archer Ward Grayson, Sr. and Texie Wingfield Reynolds Grayson. He grew up in Christiansburg and graduated from Christiansburg High School before continuing his education at the Medical College of Virginia, where he pursued his career in pharmacy.
Ward began his career as a pharmacist in Independence,...
Samuel William Demme Jr.
Aug 24, 2026
Sam was born on June 19, 1940, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Samuel W. Demme Sr. and Caroline Nelly Demme. Sam was married to Judith Demme for 62 years, who passed in October 2025. Sam is survived by his 3 children, Kimberly Hartsell (Michael), John Demme (Kalisa) and Eva Stoy (Andrew), 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Sam retired in 1996 after...
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