Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Randy Brian Casar

Randy Brian Casar

Dec 20, 2014

Randy Brian Casar, 55, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 20, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Armand and Hazel Casar. He is survived by his brother, Jerry Casar; as well as other extended family and friends. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2014, at 2 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, with...

Dania Price Ayers

Dania Price Ayers

Dec 16, 2014

Dania Price Ayers of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly at her home on December 16, 2014, at the age of 51. Dania was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Kirby Lucas; and her father, David George Price. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Kirk Duane Ayers; their son, Wesley Daniel Ayers and his wife, Karen; and the...

Michael Lee Dingus

Michael Lee Dingus

Dec 16, 2014

Michael Lee Dingus, 38, of Blacksburg, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2014. He was preceded in death by his dad, Dennis Dingus. Michael is survived by his mom, Kathy Dingus; sister, Tammy Brown; niece, Leah Sumner; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Michael attended Auburn High School and obtained an Associate Degree...

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

Dec 13, 2014

William Gerald ‘Billy’ Wright, 78, of Shawsville, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014, with his family by his side after a short battle with cancer. Billy served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1961. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred L. Wright. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years, Ruby S. Wright;...

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dec 12, 2014

Dreama Wimmer Miller, 52, of Floyd, went to be with the Lord on Friday December 12, 2014. She was born in Roanoke, a daughter to the late George R. and Nannie Sue Wimmer. Also preceded in death by son, Matthew R. Miller; and brother; Ricky L. Wimmer. Survived by her son, James W. Miller II and girlfriend Kayla; granddaughter, Larissa...

Nina Margaret Bogan

Nina Margaret Bogan

Dec 11, 2014

Nina Margaret Bogan, 76, of Blacksburg, and originally of Big Stone Gap, VA, went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Juanita Frazier; husband, Carlye Bogan; and her sister, Helen Coomer. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Nelson and husband, Kenny; grandson, Zackary Nelson, all of...

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Dec 4, 2014

Mary Margaret Sweeney Nolen, 79, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 4, 2014. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 8, 2014, from 9-11 a.m. at Horne Funeral Home and the Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. in the Chapel.

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Dec 3, 2014

Helen Lawrence Dobbins, 97, of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2014. The Graveside Service will be held on Friday, November 5, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. Friends may call at Horne Funeral Home anytime Thursday between 12 noon and 5 p.m.

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Dec 3, 2014

Berneta Mae Metcalf, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Kim and Cindy. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, James ‘Jim’ Metcalf; children, Jesse James Metcalf and wife, Nancy, and Melody Mae Sutphin and husband, Ben; grandchildren, Crystal Metcalf, Jesse James Metcalf, Jr., Harmony Mae Sutphin, David...

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Dec 3, 2014

Mary Ann Whitescarver of Riner, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was born in Franklin County, Va., on October 27, 1946. She graduated from Franklin County High School and attended Radford University. She lived most of her life at Smith Mountain Lake, Va. Mary Ann was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was very active in her younger...

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Dec 1, 2014

Frances Elizabeth Lovern, 71, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 1, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Onie Martin; husband, Melvin Lovern; son, Clifton Lovern; grandsons, Joshua Blevins, Daniel Harney, and Shaun Whittaker; and great-granddaughter, Skylan Amos. She is survived by her sons, Donnie Lovern and wife, April, Roger Lovern and wife, Jennifer, Calvin Lovern,...

Rev. Frank E. S. Reid

Rev. Frank E. S. Reid

Nov 29, 2014

Rev. Frank E. S. “Ted” Reid, of Christiansburg, passed away on November 29, 2014. He was born on September 28, 1936 in Williamsport, PA to the late Frank Reid and Margaret (Donovan) Reid. He was an author, orator, preacher, teacher, thespian, husband and father. He graduated from Denison University and Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary. His ministerial career took him to...

Charles Samuel Angle

Charles Samuel Angle

Nov 24, 2014

Charles Samuel Angle, 86, of Radford, passed away on November 24, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Faye and Leo Angle; sister, Frances Knowles; brother, Lewis Angle; and nephew, Melvin Angle. He grew up in Floyd and is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gwinn Angle; daughter, Donna Muhly and husband, David; sons, Rodney Radford and...

Pauline Covington King

Pauline Covington King

Nov 23, 2014

Pauline Covington King of Shawsville, passed away on November 23, 2014, in Berthoud, CO. Pauline was born on September 2, 1930, in Buena Vista, VA. She graduated Valedictorian from Parry McCluer High School in 1949 and moved to Baltimore, MD, where she met Charles Clinton ‘Pete’ King in 1952 and they married in June, 1956. In 1977, Pete and Pauline...

Jack Lamarr Faulk

Jack Lamarr Faulk

Nov 20, 2014

R.I.P. JACK FAULK In loving memory of a wonderful husband, grandfather, father, family member, and friend. Jack Faulk, 37, of Christiansburg, went to heaven on November 20, 2014, at 5:09 a.m. to be with his loved ones. He’s been fighting brain cancer since he was 16, now being 37 he realized that his loving daughters, Rebecca Faulk and Alyssa Faulk;...

Barbara Jean Jones

Barbara Jean Jones

Nov 20, 2014

Barbara Jean (Bobbie) Jones, 79, of Blacksburg, left this world November 20, 2014, from Kroontje Health Care Center, to go rest high on the mountain to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who she accepted over 70 years ago, and to be reunited with her dad and mother, Alvie and Hazel Jones, who preceded her in death....

Lloyd Edward Stiefel

Lloyd Edward Stiefel

Nov 20, 2014

Lloyd Stiefel, 83, of Christiansburg, passed away on November 20, 2014. Lloyd was employed by Federal Mogul in Blacksburg. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Mable Stiefel; and his son, Scott Stiefel. He is survived by his wife, Donna Stiefel; and friends, Terry Dickerson and Gladys Dickerson. The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, November...

Archie Howard Light

Archie Howard Light

Nov 17, 2014

Archie Howard Light, 86, of Christiansburg, went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Leumma Ferris Light; his first wife, Capitola Light; son, Billy Light; sisters, Fannie Spradlin and Bonnie Hinkley; and brother, Chester Light. Archie is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Light; children, Joyce Harris...

William Ronald 'Ron' Bagwell

William Ronald 'Ron' Bagwell

Nov 16, 2014

William (Ron) Bagwell, 64, of Christiansburg, died at home on November 17, 2014, after a long illness. He was a beloved member of our family, a husband, step-dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. He will be deeply missed and remembered for his humor and laughter. He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. Billy Bagwell, of Spartanburg, SC; and...

Melvin James Nolen

Melvin James Nolen

Nov 15, 2014

Melvin James Nolen, 82, of Radford and Moore Haven, Florida, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2014, in Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital. Mel was a barber in Blacksburg and also worked at Volvo in Dublin. He was a son of the late Floyd & Sallie Pate Nolen; and was also preceded in death by his wife, Katherine Barnett Nolen; brothers, Lewis...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Randy Brian Casar

Randy Brian Casar

Dec 20, 2014

Randy Brian Casar, 55, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 20, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Armand and Hazel Casar. He is survived by his brother, Jerry Casar; as well as other extended family and friends. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2014, at 2 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, with...

Dania Price Ayers

Dania Price Ayers

Dec 16, 2014

Dania Price Ayers of Christiansburg, passed away suddenly at her home on December 16, 2014, at the age of 51. Dania was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Kirby Lucas; and her father, David George Price. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Kirk Duane Ayers; their son, Wesley Daniel Ayers and his wife, Karen; and the...

Michael Lee Dingus

Michael Lee Dingus

Dec 16, 2014

Michael Lee Dingus, 38, of Blacksburg, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2014. He was preceded in death by his dad, Dennis Dingus. Michael is survived by his mom, Kathy Dingus; sister, Tammy Brown; niece, Leah Sumner; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Michael attended Auburn High School and obtained an Associate Degree...

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

William 'Billy' Gerald Wright

Dec 13, 2014

William Gerald ‘Billy’ Wright, 78, of Shawsville, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014, with his family by his side after a short battle with cancer. Billy served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1961. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred L. Wright. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years, Ruby S. Wright;...

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dreama Sue Wimmer Miller

Dec 12, 2014

Dreama Wimmer Miller, 52, of Floyd, went to be with the Lord on Friday December 12, 2014. She was born in Roanoke, a daughter to the late George R. and Nannie Sue Wimmer. Also preceded in death by son, Matthew R. Miller; and brother; Ricky L. Wimmer. Survived by her son, James W. Miller II and girlfriend Kayla; granddaughter, Larissa...

Nina Margaret Bogan

Nina Margaret Bogan

Dec 11, 2014

Nina Margaret Bogan, 76, of Blacksburg, and originally of Big Stone Gap, VA, went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Juanita Frazier; husband, Carlye Bogan; and her sister, Helen Coomer. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Nelson and husband, Kenny; grandson, Zackary Nelson, all of...

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Mary Sweeney Nolen

Dec 4, 2014

Mary Margaret Sweeney Nolen, 79, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 4, 2014. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 8, 2014, from 9-11 a.m. at Horne Funeral Home and the Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. in the Chapel.

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Helen Lawrence Dobbins

Dec 3, 2014

Helen Lawrence Dobbins, 97, of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2014. The Graveside Service will be held on Friday, November 5, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. Friends may call at Horne Funeral Home anytime Thursday between 12 noon and 5 p.m.

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Berneta Mae Metcalf

Dec 3, 2014

Berneta Mae Metcalf, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Kim and Cindy. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, James ‘Jim’ Metcalf; children, Jesse James Metcalf and wife, Nancy, and Melody Mae Sutphin and husband, Ben; grandchildren, Crystal Metcalf, Jesse James Metcalf, Jr., Harmony Mae Sutphin, David...

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Mary Ann Whitescarver

Dec 3, 2014

Mary Ann Whitescarver of Riner, passed away on December 3, 2014. She was born in Franklin County, Va., on October 27, 1946. She graduated from Franklin County High School and attended Radford University. She lived most of her life at Smith Mountain Lake, Va. Mary Ann was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was very active in her younger...

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Frances Elizabeth Lovern

Dec 1, 2014

Frances Elizabeth Lovern, 71, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 1, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Onie Martin; husband, Melvin Lovern; son, Clifton Lovern; grandsons, Joshua Blevins, Daniel Harney, and Shaun Whittaker; and great-granddaughter, Skylan Amos. She is survived by her sons, Donnie Lovern and wife, April, Roger Lovern and wife, Jennifer, Calvin Lovern,...

Rev. Frank E. S. Reid

Rev. Frank E. S. Reid

Nov 29, 2014

Rev. Frank E. S. “Ted” Reid, of Christiansburg, passed away on November 29, 2014. He was born on September 28, 1936 in Williamsport, PA to the late Frank Reid and Margaret (Donovan) Reid. He was an author, orator, preacher, teacher, thespian, husband and father. He graduated from Denison University and Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary. His ministerial career took him to...

Charles Samuel Angle

Charles Samuel Angle

Nov 24, 2014

Charles Samuel Angle, 86, of Radford, passed away on November 24, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Faye and Leo Angle; sister, Frances Knowles; brother, Lewis Angle; and nephew, Melvin Angle. He grew up in Floyd and is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gwinn Angle; daughter, Donna Muhly and husband, David; sons, Rodney Radford and...

Pauline Covington King

Pauline Covington King

Nov 23, 2014

Pauline Covington King of Shawsville, passed away on November 23, 2014, in Berthoud, CO. Pauline was born on September 2, 1930, in Buena Vista, VA. She graduated Valedictorian from Parry McCluer High School in 1949 and moved to Baltimore, MD, where she met Charles Clinton ‘Pete’ King in 1952 and they married in June, 1956. In 1977, Pete and Pauline...

Jack Lamarr Faulk

Jack Lamarr Faulk

Nov 20, 2014

R.I.P. JACK FAULK In loving memory of a wonderful husband, grandfather, father, family member, and friend. Jack Faulk, 37, of Christiansburg, went to heaven on November 20, 2014, at 5:09 a.m. to be with his loved ones. He’s been fighting brain cancer since he was 16, now being 37 he realized that his loving daughters, Rebecca Faulk and Alyssa Faulk;...

Barbara Jean Jones

Barbara Jean Jones

Nov 20, 2014

Barbara Jean (Bobbie) Jones, 79, of Blacksburg, left this world November 20, 2014, from Kroontje Health Care Center, to go rest high on the mountain to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who she accepted over 70 years ago, and to be reunited with her dad and mother, Alvie and Hazel Jones, who preceded her in death....

Lloyd Edward Stiefel

Lloyd Edward Stiefel

Nov 20, 2014

Lloyd Stiefel, 83, of Christiansburg, passed away on November 20, 2014. Lloyd was employed by Federal Mogul in Blacksburg. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Mable Stiefel; and his son, Scott Stiefel. He is survived by his wife, Donna Stiefel; and friends, Terry Dickerson and Gladys Dickerson. The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, November...

Archie Howard Light

Archie Howard Light

Nov 17, 2014

Archie Howard Light, 86, of Christiansburg, went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Leumma Ferris Light; his first wife, Capitola Light; son, Billy Light; sisters, Fannie Spradlin and Bonnie Hinkley; and brother, Chester Light. Archie is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Light; children, Joyce Harris...

William Ronald 'Ron' Bagwell

William Ronald 'Ron' Bagwell

Nov 16, 2014

William (Ron) Bagwell, 64, of Christiansburg, died at home on November 17, 2014, after a long illness. He was a beloved member of our family, a husband, step-dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. He will be deeply missed and remembered for his humor and laughter. He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. Billy Bagwell, of Spartanburg, SC; and...

Melvin James Nolen

Melvin James Nolen

Nov 15, 2014

Melvin James Nolen, 82, of Radford and Moore Haven, Florida, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2014, in Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital. Mel was a barber in Blacksburg and also worked at Volvo in Dublin. He was a son of the late Floyd & Sallie Pate Nolen; and was also preceded in death by his wife, Katherine Barnett Nolen; brothers, Lewis...