Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

George 'Bo' Cameron Newcomb, Jr.

George 'Bo' Cameron Newcomb, Jr.

Apr 1, 2024

George Cameron Newcomb Jr, 78, of Christiansburg passed away April 1, 2024.  

He was preceded in death by his wife, Karen Newcomb; parents, George Newcomb Sr. & Ever Mae Newcomb; sisters, Kitty Newcomb, Emma Lee Nunnally, Marguerete Jackson, and Mae Holder. 

George is survived by his children, Jonathan and Jonni Newcomb; Jennifer and Ron Meinecke; and Kevin Newcomb; grandchildren, Megan, Micah, Landyn,...

Linda Altizer McCoy

Linda Altizer McCoy

Apr 1, 2024

Linda “Faye” Altizer McCoy, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, April 1, 2024. She was born on October 13, 1943 in Christiansburg, VA.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edna Sowers Altizer and Ellis Altizer; sister, Edith Altizer Cole; infant daughter, Tabatha Gardner; son, Richard Gardner and her precious husbands Paul Gardner and Bryce...

Shari Marie DeCosta

Shari Marie DeCosta

Mar 31, 2024

Shari Marie DeCosta, 60 of Christiansburg, passed away March 31, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael DeCosta; and parents, Elsie and Kelly Calvin Cox.

Shari is survived by her daughter, Michelle Light (Kenny); grandchildren, Camden Mielnicki, McKinley Light, Brienne Light; siblings, Calvin Cox (Susan), Joel Cox (Terrie), Marlon Cox (Tammy), Barbara Minnick (Robbie), Marlene Smith (Chris); as...

Janet Lee Giovanetti

Janet Lee Giovanetti

Mar 29, 2024

Janet Lee Giovanetti, 67 of Christiansburg, passed away March 29, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Anthony Giovanetti, Jr.; parents, Fritz and Natalie Taubel; and sister, Carol Evans.Janet is survived by her sons, Ralph Anthony Giovanetti, III (Angie Petersheim), Dominic Albert Giovanetti (Ashley); daughter, Jacqualine Marie Brizendine (Joey); grandsons, Julian, Arie, Ralph Giovanetti; granddaughters, Peper, Zoey,...

Joyce Ann Phillips

Joyce Ann Phillips

Mar 29, 2024

Joyce Ann Phillips, 72, of Christiansburg went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 29, 2024 surrounded by the one thing she lives for, her daughter and grandchildren.  

She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert & Pearl Shaver and sisters, Barbara Bullion and Carolyn Moore.  She is survived by her daughters, Missy Mannon and Diane Dalton;...

Mary Jeanette Creed

Mary Jeanette Creed

Mar 29, 2024

Mary Jeanette Creed of Pilot VA. went to her eternal home on March 29, 2024 at the age of 84. She was preceded in death by mother Beulah Mae E. Hungate, father Thomas Turner, father Gold Hungate and husband of 65 years Clyde Creed.

Left to cherish her memory is her son David N. Creed, daughter-in-law Susan F. Creed, grandson Michael...

Ian Kinchen Lee Harris

Ian Kinchen Lee Harris

Mar 26, 2024

Ian Kinchen Lee Harris of Blacksburg VA. passed away on March 26, 2024. He is preceded in death by his brother Ben Collins. Loved ones left to cherish his memory are his mother Marcia Harris, father John Ghra, sister Fiona Harris, and step-mother Paige Ghra.

His 32 years of life were filled with his love of music and it showed through...

Pamela J. McNeil

Pamela J. McNeil

Mar 25, 2024

Pamela J. McNeil of Christiansburg, VA, passed away on March 25, 2024 at Highland Ridge Rehab Center in Dublin, VA, after a long battle with diabetes.  Pam was preceded in death by her father and mother, Robert and Irene Yow; her biological parents, Larry Yow and Linda Stroud; and her sister, Sherry Yow Howk.

Left to cherish her memory are her...

Bessie Likens Taylor

Bessie Likens Taylor

Mar 25, 2024

Bessie Likens Taylor, 87 went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 25, 2024.  She was surrounded by her family.  She is survived by her three sons, Carlos Taylor (Jean), Donald Taylor (Teresa), Jimmy Taylor (Monica); grandchildren, Zachary, Christopher, Aaron, Amy (Ronnie), Jordan, Hannah (Shawn), Stephanie; and great-grandchildren, Alaina, Jesse, Evelyn Otillie, and Finnian.

Bessie enjoyed the simple...

Robert Wayne Webster

Robert Wayne Webster

Mar 24, 2024

Robert Wayne Webster, 82, of Salem, VA, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was born in Montgomery Co. on May 15, 1941 to the late John Thrash and Ida Mae Vaden Webster. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Dianne Wells Webster and his brother, David Webster.

Wayne is survived by his sister-in-law, Susan (Gary) Harris; nephews,...

Roger Lee Jessie

Roger Lee Jessie

Mar 22, 2024

Roger Lee Jessie, of Pilot Va, passed away on March 22, 2024 at the age of 78.

He was born on July 13, 1945 to the late Jeanette Lane and William Jessie.

Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his stepmother, Pearl Jessie; sister, Sandra Blankenship; brother, Michael Jessie; numerous aunts and uncles.

He is survived by his soulmate and loving...

Janice Marie Adams

Janice Marie Adams

Mar 22, 2024

Janice Marie Adams, 66, of Christiansburg VA stepped into her eternal home on March 22, 2024.  Janice is preceded in death by her mother Nancy Hagerman, Grandmother Georgia Hale, Grandfather William Hale and Grandson Axel Ouellette. She was a loving wife to Joseph Adams for 36 years and loving mother to Angela Bradbury, Jennifer Steinbrecher (Kyle) and Samantha Baron (Cameron)....

Rita Martin Bugg

Rita Martin Bugg

Mar 20, 2024

Rita Martin Bugg, 75 of Christiansburg, passed away Wednesday March 20th, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Stanley A. Bugg; her son, Brian T. Bugg; her mother, Virginia R.  M. Burke and Father William C. Martin. She is survived by her daughter, Angela D. Bugg;  two grandchildren, Addam and Emily Scott. Also left to cherish her memory...

Charles Wayne 'Pappy' Whitlock

Charles Wayne 'Pappy' Whitlock

Mar 19, 2024

Charles Wayne 'Pappy' Whitlock, 82 of Riner, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Otho Whitlock and Florence Whitlock.He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Patricia H. Whitlock; children, Teresa W. Thompson (Donnie), Donald W. Whitlock, Dale E. Whitlock, Amy K. Caldwell (Rob), Alex Mills; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and...

Tommy Ray Branagan, Sr.

Tommy Ray Branagan, Sr.

Mar 15, 2024

Tommy Ray Branagan Sr., 73, of Christiansburg VA, passed away on March 15th 2024 at Heritage Hall Rehabilitation Center. He was born on August 26th 1950, oldest son to Ruby Paulene Saunders and James Curtis Branagan.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Debra Diane Branagan; his daughter, Paulene Louise Roark; grandson, Carson Hunter Roark; and sisters, Gloria Darlene...

Judy Ann Craig Flaherty

Judy Ann Craig Flaherty

Mar 12, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Judy Ann Craig Flaherty of Christiansburg, VA, who departed this life on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the age of 83. She left behind a legacy of love, compassion, and enduring grace that will forever be etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.Judy will...

Donald Blair Yon

Donald Blair Yon

Mar 12, 2024

Donald Blair Yon, the infant son of Christopher and April Yon was delivered to them on March 12, 2024 at 12:14 am and whose spirit was delivered to the next life sometime in the preceding days.  

He is preceded in death by his sister, Aurora Harris and great-grandfather, Alda Blair Devine.

He is survived by his parents April and Christopher Yon;...

Graham Virgil Hall

Graham Virgil Hall

Mar 11, 2024

Graham Virgil Hall, 82, of Christiansburg went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, March 11, 2024. He was born in Oreton, VA on April 3, 1941 to the late Emory V. and Vernie G. Hall. He was also preceded in death by a son Dale Ray Hall and brothers, Charles Donald and Bascome Eugene Hall...

Charlotte Marye

Charlotte Marye

Mar 10, 2024

Charlotte Marye, a beloved wife, mother, and pillar of strength, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, at 1:15 AM on March 10, 2024. She was 96 years old.Born in 1927, Charlotte Marye's life journey was marked by resilience, love, and unwavering dedication. She navigated through the challenges of the Great Depression and World War II,...

James Oscar Gallimore

James Oscar Gallimore

Mar 9, 2024

James Oscar Gallimore, 64 of Christiansburg Va passed away on March 9, 2024. James is preceded in death by his father Clarence Allen Gallimore. He is survived by his mother Esther Akers; sisters Linda Sutphin, Kathy Gallimore, Judy Shelor. Brothers Gerald A. Gallimore, Robert Gallimore. Numerous nieces and nephews and many cherished friends.

 

James served four years in the US Army....

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

George 'Bo' Cameron Newcomb, Jr.

George 'Bo' Cameron Newcomb, Jr.

Apr 1, 2024

George Cameron Newcomb Jr, 78, of Christiansburg passed away April 1, 2024.  

He was preceded in death by his wife, Karen Newcomb; parents, George Newcomb Sr. & Ever Mae Newcomb; sisters, Kitty Newcomb, Emma Lee Nunnally, Marguerete Jackson, and Mae Holder. 

George is survived by his children, Jonathan and Jonni Newcomb; Jennifer and Ron Meinecke; and Kevin Newcomb; grandchildren, Megan, Micah, Landyn,...

Linda Altizer McCoy

Linda Altizer McCoy

Apr 1, 2024

Linda “Faye” Altizer McCoy, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, April 1, 2024. She was born on October 13, 1943 in Christiansburg, VA.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edna Sowers Altizer and Ellis Altizer; sister, Edith Altizer Cole; infant daughter, Tabatha Gardner; son, Richard Gardner and her precious husbands Paul Gardner and Bryce...

Shari Marie DeCosta

Shari Marie DeCosta

Mar 31, 2024

Shari Marie DeCosta, 60 of Christiansburg, passed away March 31, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael DeCosta; and parents, Elsie and Kelly Calvin Cox.

Shari is survived by her daughter, Michelle Light (Kenny); grandchildren, Camden Mielnicki, McKinley Light, Brienne Light; siblings, Calvin Cox (Susan), Joel Cox (Terrie), Marlon Cox (Tammy), Barbara Minnick (Robbie), Marlene Smith (Chris); as...

Janet Lee Giovanetti

Janet Lee Giovanetti

Mar 29, 2024

Janet Lee Giovanetti, 67 of Christiansburg, passed away March 29, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Anthony Giovanetti, Jr.; parents, Fritz and Natalie Taubel; and sister, Carol Evans.Janet is survived by her sons, Ralph Anthony Giovanetti, III (Angie Petersheim), Dominic Albert Giovanetti (Ashley); daughter, Jacqualine Marie Brizendine (Joey); grandsons, Julian, Arie, Ralph Giovanetti; granddaughters, Peper, Zoey,...

Joyce Ann Phillips

Joyce Ann Phillips

Mar 29, 2024

Joyce Ann Phillips, 72, of Christiansburg went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 29, 2024 surrounded by the one thing she lives for, her daughter and grandchildren.  

She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert & Pearl Shaver and sisters, Barbara Bullion and Carolyn Moore.  She is survived by her daughters, Missy Mannon and Diane Dalton;...

Mary Jeanette Creed

Mary Jeanette Creed

Mar 29, 2024

Mary Jeanette Creed of Pilot VA. went to her eternal home on March 29, 2024 at the age of 84. She was preceded in death by mother Beulah Mae E. Hungate, father Thomas Turner, father Gold Hungate and husband of 65 years Clyde Creed.

Left to cherish her memory is her son David N. Creed, daughter-in-law Susan F. Creed, grandson Michael...

Ian Kinchen Lee Harris

Ian Kinchen Lee Harris

Mar 26, 2024

Ian Kinchen Lee Harris of Blacksburg VA. passed away on March 26, 2024. He is preceded in death by his brother Ben Collins. Loved ones left to cherish his memory are his mother Marcia Harris, father John Ghra, sister Fiona Harris, and step-mother Paige Ghra.

His 32 years of life were filled with his love of music and it showed through...

Pamela J. McNeil

Pamela J. McNeil

Mar 25, 2024

Pamela J. McNeil of Christiansburg, VA, passed away on March 25, 2024 at Highland Ridge Rehab Center in Dublin, VA, after a long battle with diabetes.  Pam was preceded in death by her father and mother, Robert and Irene Yow; her biological parents, Larry Yow and Linda Stroud; and her sister, Sherry Yow Howk.

Left to cherish her memory are her...

Bessie Likens Taylor

Bessie Likens Taylor

Mar 25, 2024

Bessie Likens Taylor, 87 went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 25, 2024.  She was surrounded by her family.  She is survived by her three sons, Carlos Taylor (Jean), Donald Taylor (Teresa), Jimmy Taylor (Monica); grandchildren, Zachary, Christopher, Aaron, Amy (Ronnie), Jordan, Hannah (Shawn), Stephanie; and great-grandchildren, Alaina, Jesse, Evelyn Otillie, and Finnian.

Bessie enjoyed the simple...

Robert Wayne Webster

Robert Wayne Webster

Mar 24, 2024

Robert Wayne Webster, 82, of Salem, VA, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was born in Montgomery Co. on May 15, 1941 to the late John Thrash and Ida Mae Vaden Webster. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Dianne Wells Webster and his brother, David Webster.

Wayne is survived by his sister-in-law, Susan (Gary) Harris; nephews,...

Roger Lee Jessie

Roger Lee Jessie

Mar 22, 2024

Roger Lee Jessie, of Pilot Va, passed away on March 22, 2024 at the age of 78.

He was born on July 13, 1945 to the late Jeanette Lane and William Jessie.

Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his stepmother, Pearl Jessie; sister, Sandra Blankenship; brother, Michael Jessie; numerous aunts and uncles.

He is survived by his soulmate and loving...

Janice Marie Adams

Janice Marie Adams

Mar 22, 2024

Janice Marie Adams, 66, of Christiansburg VA stepped into her eternal home on March 22, 2024.  Janice is preceded in death by her mother Nancy Hagerman, Grandmother Georgia Hale, Grandfather William Hale and Grandson Axel Ouellette. She was a loving wife to Joseph Adams for 36 years and loving mother to Angela Bradbury, Jennifer Steinbrecher (Kyle) and Samantha Baron (Cameron)....

Rita Martin Bugg

Rita Martin Bugg

Mar 20, 2024

Rita Martin Bugg, 75 of Christiansburg, passed away Wednesday March 20th, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Stanley A. Bugg; her son, Brian T. Bugg; her mother, Virginia R.  M. Burke and Father William C. Martin. She is survived by her daughter, Angela D. Bugg;  two grandchildren, Addam and Emily Scott. Also left to cherish her memory...

Charles Wayne 'Pappy' Whitlock

Charles Wayne 'Pappy' Whitlock

Mar 19, 2024

Charles Wayne 'Pappy' Whitlock, 82 of Riner, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Otho Whitlock and Florence Whitlock.He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Patricia H. Whitlock; children, Teresa W. Thompson (Donnie), Donald W. Whitlock, Dale E. Whitlock, Amy K. Caldwell (Rob), Alex Mills; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and...

Tommy Ray Branagan, Sr.

Tommy Ray Branagan, Sr.

Mar 15, 2024

Tommy Ray Branagan Sr., 73, of Christiansburg VA, passed away on March 15th 2024 at Heritage Hall Rehabilitation Center. He was born on August 26th 1950, oldest son to Ruby Paulene Saunders and James Curtis Branagan.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Debra Diane Branagan; his daughter, Paulene Louise Roark; grandson, Carson Hunter Roark; and sisters, Gloria Darlene...

Judy Ann Craig Flaherty

Judy Ann Craig Flaherty

Mar 12, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Judy Ann Craig Flaherty of Christiansburg, VA, who departed this life on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the age of 83. She left behind a legacy of love, compassion, and enduring grace that will forever be etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.Judy will...

Donald Blair Yon

Donald Blair Yon

Mar 12, 2024

Donald Blair Yon, the infant son of Christopher and April Yon was delivered to them on March 12, 2024 at 12:14 am and whose spirit was delivered to the next life sometime in the preceding days.  

He is preceded in death by his sister, Aurora Harris and great-grandfather, Alda Blair Devine.

He is survived by his parents April and Christopher Yon;...

Graham Virgil Hall

Graham Virgil Hall

Mar 11, 2024

Graham Virgil Hall, 82, of Christiansburg went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, March 11, 2024. He was born in Oreton, VA on April 3, 1941 to the late Emory V. and Vernie G. Hall. He was also preceded in death by a son Dale Ray Hall and brothers, Charles Donald and Bascome Eugene Hall...

Charlotte Marye

Charlotte Marye

Mar 10, 2024

Charlotte Marye, a beloved wife, mother, and pillar of strength, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, at 1:15 AM on March 10, 2024. She was 96 years old.Born in 1927, Charlotte Marye's life journey was marked by resilience, love, and unwavering dedication. She navigated through the challenges of the Great Depression and World War II,...

James Oscar Gallimore

James Oscar Gallimore

Mar 9, 2024

James Oscar Gallimore, 64 of Christiansburg Va passed away on March 9, 2024. James is preceded in death by his father Clarence Allen Gallimore. He is survived by his mother Esther Akers; sisters Linda Sutphin, Kathy Gallimore, Judy Shelor. Brothers Gerald A. Gallimore, Robert Gallimore. Numerous nieces and nephews and many cherished friends.

 

James served four years in the US Army....