Local Obituaries for Montgomery County Community

Clarence E. Alley

Jun 28, 2023

Clarence E. Alley of Blacksburg VA. went to be with the Lord on June 28, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Bertha Alley, brothers Frank, Carl and Ray Alley of Riner, brothers Ervin and Leo Alley of Christiansburg. He is survived by many nephews and nieces and loved by all. Funeral services will be private....

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Elsie Marie Clower

Jun 27, 2023

Elsie Marie Clower, 96 of Shawsville, went to be with her Lord on June 27, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Elsie Akers; husband, Warren ‘Howard’ Clower; siblings, Sylvia Akers, Sonny Akers; and son-in-law, Roger Maxey. Marie is survived by her daughter, Margaret Maxey; grandsons, Bo Maxey and wife Tammy, Tony Maxey and wife Melissa;...

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Lesia Linkous Pristas

Jun 25, 2023

June 25, 2023, Lesia Linkous Pristas of Riner, left this world to be with our Lord and Savior at the young age of 50 years old. Lesia found out she had cancer in early April 2023. After 3 short months, she gained her wings. Lesia never gave up and continued to talk about a life of recovery, future time working,...

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MICHAEL SCOTT HARVEY Jr.

Jun 20, 2023

Michael “Scott” Harvey Jr., of Floyd Va. passed away on June 20, 2023 at the age of 39. Scott worked at Bishop’s Automotive and Bishop’s Marine Upholstery for over fifteen years. He was passionate about his work, as well as his rare talent. Scott loved his family most of all, he never met a stranger and impacted so many in...

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Dorothy Bond Ratcliffe

Jun 18, 2023

Dorothy Bond Ratcliffe of Pilot, Virginia went to sleep in Jesus, Sunday, June 18, 2023, at the age of 94. Dorothy, the eldest of her siblings, was born in Norfolk, Virginia on February 2, 1929, to William Lee and Irma (Flinchum) Bond. Her family moved when she was just a toddler to live and work on the family farm in...

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James Stephen (Steve) Nelson

Jun 16, 2023

James Stephen Nelson (Steve), 75 of Riner, passed away June 16, 2023. He was a good granddaddy and a forward thinker and all around smart feller. Steve was an avid golfer, playing 6 days a week. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Daniel Nelson and Nola Faye Nelson. Steve is survived by his wife, Deezie Nelson; son,...

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Khristi Maureen Hurst

Jun 15, 2023

On June 15, 2023, Khristi Maureen Hurst, of Shawsville, VA, peacefully departed this life surrounded by her loving family. Khristi grew up an Army brat and moved around the country throughout her childhood. She married her soul mate, Dennie, in 1986. In the years to come, they raised their family and made their life in Shawsville. Khristi is survived by...

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Louise Bandy Aliff

Jun 13, 2023

Louise Bandy Aliff 95 of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on June 13, 2023. She was a woman of great faith who loved her Lord. She was preceded in death by her husband, Burgess D. Aliff; and daughters, Susan Renee Aliff and Rhonda Aliff Powers. Louise retired from C & P Telephone Company and was a member of...

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Judy Howell Altizer

Jun 11, 2023

Judy Howell Altizer, 77, of Christiansburg passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday June 11, 2023. She is survived by her daughter and best friend, Sandra D. Altizer. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Eddie Altizer, her parents, Margaret Phillips and Edgar Howell, her step-father, Allen Phillips, and her brothers, Lee Howell and Phillip...

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Richard Lee Woolwine

Jun 11, 2023

Richard Lee Woolwine,59, of Roanoke formerly of Christiansburg, passed away at his home on June 11, 2023. He was veteran of the United States Air Force. He was an entrepreneur in the pest control business. Rick was great to have around, he was a professional prankster, lover of wildlife, and an enthusiastic pursuer of adventure. Rick is preceded in death...

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Robert Allan Alderman

Jun 9, 2023

Robert Allan Alderman Sr. “Bobby”, 85, of Elliston passed away on June 9, 2023 at his home. He was a member of Auburn Baptist Church. Bobby was retired from the Lynchburg Foundry and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Pearl Alderman; his 1st wife, Beth Alderman; brothers, Arnold, Ersell, and...

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Mark Riggles

Jun 7, 2023

Mark Riggles passed away early in the morning June 7, 2023. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert James Riggles. He is survived by his best friend and partner of 19 years, Cheryl Nish of Christiansburg; parents, Bessie and CMSgt Ret. Robert Riggles of Boones Mill, VA; sisters, Jean Frangolawkis and husband Mitch of Hardy, VA; Melinda Caudle...

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Elizabeth W. Marsico

Jun 6, 2023

Elizabeth Marsico, 96, of Blacksburg, passed away on June 6, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Marsico; daughter, Lisa Watterson; parents, Emory and Annie Musselman; brother, Kenneth Musselman; sisters, Marie Lee and Cathern King. She is survived by her son, Stephen Watterson (Carol); daughter, Sue Watterson; brothers, Curtiss, Emory, and Danny Musselman; 3 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren....

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Jacob Dylan Olinger

Jun 2, 2023

Jacob Dylan Olinger, 24, Round Rock, TX went to be with the Lord early Friday morning June 2, 2023 doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle. (July 9, 1998- June 2, 2023) Jacob is a graduate of Blacksburg High School where his love was wrestling, being with the boys, running the roads, an occasional fit on the golf course and...

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Helen Early Poff

Jun 2, 2023

Helen Early Poff 93, of Elliston born May 11, 1930 passed away Friday, June 2, 2023. She was a patient at Heritage Hall Nursing Home, Blacksburg, VA. Preceding her in death are her parents, Roscoe J. Early and Lillian K. Early; and her brother, Stanley Early. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Kenneth East and friend Drema; daughter,...

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Margaret Carol Wickman

May 31, 2023

Margaret Carol Wickman, 76, of Christiansburg, VA, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Elsie Horton Lachica and sisters, Betsy Raymond and Linda Karchevsky. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Daniel Allen Wickman a niece, Jessie Herndon, and her church family. Margaret was...

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Howard 'Buddy' Evans Bane Jr.

May 27, 2023

Howard (Buddy) Evans Bane, Jr., 81, of Christiansburg, VA went home to be with Jesus, His Lord and Savior, on Saturday May 27, 2023. Buddy loved and served Jesus and had a great desire for others to know Him. With the Lord’s help, his purpose in life was to “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above...

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Brian Lee Sisson

May 25, 2023

Brian Lee Sisson, 49, of Shawsville, VA, entered Heaven’s gates on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Brian is survived by his beloved wife, Heather Sisson, children; Jessica Underwood (Braiden) and Bailee Reed (Aaron), his parents Gary and Sharon Sisson, brother, Mark Sisson (Shannon), niece Morgan Wills (Seth), nephews; Dakota and Carsyn Sisson, great nephew, Jaxon, as well as many other family...

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Charlie A. Taylor

May 20, 2023

CHARLIE ALBERT TAYLOR, 91, of Radford passed away May 20, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Y. Taylor; parents, Kyle and Eliza Taylor; and sons, Roy, Lynn & Tommy Taylor. Charlie is survived by children, Danah and John Howell, David and Vickie Taylor, Larry and Deborah Taylor; and daughters-in-law, Donna, Linda and Penny Taylor. He leaves...

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Cline 'Chuck' Walters

May 20, 2023

Cline (Chuck) Walters was born Oct. 18 1941 in West Virginia. He was known as a man with a tough exterior, but a kind heart. He served proudly in the 101st. calvary in Vietnam before returning home to start a long 50 year career in lighting sales. Chuck was a man with easy wants - to take care of those...

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