Obituaries
Jerome Rudisill Long
Jul 26, 2023
In Loving Memory of Jerome Rudisill Long May 17, 1935 - July 26, 2023 Jerome Rudisill Long, born on May 17, 1935 in Lafayette, LA, passed away on July 26, 2023. He recently celebrated his 33rd wedding anniversary with his beloved wife, Peggy Beeken Long. Jerome's life was filled with love, accomplishments, and a dedication to helping others. Jerome's journey...
Martin Christopher Sayer
Jul 25, 2023
Martin Christopher Sayer, 36, of Christiansburg, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. He was born in Hong Kong on June 20, 1987, the son of Paul and Jenny Sayer of Fareham, England. Martin received both his bachelor’s degree and MBA from Radford University, where he was and will remain a standard for excellence on the tennis courts. The...
Mary Ellen Atlice Alley
Jul 25, 2023
Mary Ellen Altice Alley, 83 passed away peacefully at home on July 25 with her loving husband of 65 years, Roger Alley, and her children by her side. She is now with her Lord. Born on August 5, 1939, in Salem, Virginia, she was the daughter of George Henry and Mary Lou Garman Altice. In addition to her husband, she...
John Thomas Bonn
Jul 24, 2023
John Thomas Bonn, 60, of Christiansburg, VA went to be with the Lord on July 24, 2023. He was preceded in death by his father, Pastor Tom Bonn; brother, Timothy Bonn; and niece Hillary Bonn. He is survived by his mother, Elsie Bonn of Radford, VA; sister-in-law, Sherry Bonn; nephew, Charles Bonn (Lauren) of Maryland; aunts and uncles, Ruth (James)...
John Durwood (J.D.) Worrell
Jul 20, 2023
John Durwood Worrell (J.D.), 81 of Christiansburg, passed away July 20, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Glen J. and Myrtle V. Worrell; and son, Ricky L. Worrell. J.D. is survived by his loving wife, Trudie Worrell; sons, Donald Worrell (Renee), Ronald Worrell (Ginger); grandchildren, Michaela Johnston, Karli Worrell, Ethan Worrell (Sarah), Tanner Worrell; great-grandchildren, Annysyn Johnston,...
Virginia Flanary
Jul 20, 2023
Virginia Flanary, 85 of Christiansburg, passed away July 20, 2023. She was preceded in death by her father, George Asbury; mother, Ms. Easterling; brothers, George Asbury, Russell Asbury; and sister Carolyn Hall. Virginia is survived by her husband of 62 years of marriage, Ronald Flanary; brother, Frank Asbury; sons, Charles Flanary, Ronald G. Flanary, II and wife Michele; grandchildren, Trevor...
Thelma Louise Jones Roudabush
Jul 19, 2023
Thelma Louise Jones Roudabush was born to J. Clifford and Minnie Jones on January 22, 1919, in Montgomery County Virginia. She was the middle child in the family of five, including Loreta (Caldwell), John, Mary Eva (White) and Peck. After graduation from Blacksburg High School, Thelma worked as a bookkeeper for the Town. Thelma married Sherwood Roudabush in 1946. In...
Ola Margaret Stowers
Jul 19, 2023
Ola Margaret Stowers, 83 of Christiansburg, passed away July 19, 2023. Ola was a wonderful homemaker and loving mother and wife. She was a seamstress known for making wedding dresses and riding outfits. She had many loves – reading, her animals, baking, and gardening in her vegetable and flower beds. Ola took care of her husband during his long illness....
Bill A. Rice
Jul 18, 2023
Bill A. Rice, 82, of Christiansburg, VA, was born on February 4, 1941, the youngest of nine children. He passed away peacefully at home on July 18, 2023, from complications related to cancer. Bill was a local builder who enjoyed his craft. He built and remodeled many homes in the area and was well respected by many. He will be...
Susan 'Susie' Smith Thomas
Jul 16, 2023
Susan ‘Susie’ Thomas, 81, of Christiansburg passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Susie was preceded in death by her mother, Ora Smith; father, John Smith; husband, George Thomas. She is survived by her step-daughters, Mary Messina (Steve), Brenda Nicewander and Wanda Duncan; sisters, Viola Howery and Diane Bolling (Scotty); brother, Leroy Smith (Linda); many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews....
Sarah Carmen Shealor
Jul 14, 2023
Sarah Carmen Shealor, 81 of Christiansburg, went home to her Heavenly Father on Friday, July 14, 2023. She was born on March 2, 1942, in West Virginia. Preceding her in death are her mother, Katheryn White; father, Frank Broomfield; sister, Libby Wilson; and husband of 40+ years, Bill Price. Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 15...
Donald Lee Grissom
Jul 13, 2023
Donald Lee Grissom, 87, of Christiansburg, Virginia passed away at his home on July 13, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Zona Epperly Grissom, his parents Hubert and Beulah Grissom, sister Kathyrn G. Logan and brother-in -law Ed D’Angelo. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Donna G. and David Bolejack, sons and...
Paul R Cunningham
Jul 12, 2023
Paul R. Cunningham, 75, of Collinsville, Va, formally of Pilot, Va; died on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Carilion Roanoke Hospital with his family by his side. He was a member and deacon of Fairview Baptist Church in Martinsville, Va. Paul served his country in the Armed Forces. He was the son of the late Lewis and Louise Cunningham. He...
Robert Lee Smith
Jul 11, 2023
Robert Lee Smith, 84, passed away in his home in Christiansburg on Tuesday, July 11, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Bailey Smith; his parents, Rev. Robert Thomas and Maude Hurt Smith; and brother-in-law, Richard Hamilton. After graduating from Northumberland High School, Robert earned an Associate Degree in Forestry at Bluefield Junior College. He continued...
Faye Alderson Nicholson
Jul 9, 2023
Faye Alderson Nicholson, 74 of Pearisburg, went to be with the Lord on July 9, 2023. She was a devoted wife, mother, and ‘Nana’. Faye retired as an English teacher at Narrows High School in 2013. She had a passion for community service, and dedicated many years to various volunteer efforts in the New River Valley. Her contributions to the...
Donna Jean Ratcliff
Jul 7, 2023
Donna Jean Ratcliff, 90 of Shawsville, went to her heavenly home on July 7, 2023. Born in Amigo, WV to the late Charlie and Maude Wells. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Guy Moody Ratcliff who was the love of her life; nieces, Crystal Wilkenson, Patty East McDaniel; grandson, Zachary Downs; sisters, Janabee Carper,...
Linda Gale Miller
Jul 7, 2023
Linda Gale Miller, age 70 of Christiansburg, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023. She was preceded in death by her former husband, William Leon Miller, Jr.; mother, Glayda June “Ruby” Roberts; father, William Franklin “Billy” Roberts; and sister, Hazel Ann Roberts Peters. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Tiffany Nicole and Timothy Andrew Bishop; granddaughters, Eleanor Ruth...
Ann Snyder Wilson
Jul 4, 2023
Ann Wilson, 76, of Christiansburg, VA went to be with the Lord on July 4, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell A. and Lola M. Dye Snyder and 4 brothers. Ann is survived by her husband of 55 years, Jim Wilson; children, Laura (Chris) Wilson, James (Tiffany) Wilson, Paul (Cathy) Wilson, Richard Snyder, and Edward Wilson;...
Eunice Elizabeth Gearhart Bond
Jul 2, 2023
Eunice Elizabeth Gearhart Bond, of Christiansburg, VA went to be with the Lord on July 2, 2023. Eunice was a servant of God, devoted wife, loving mother, Grandma, and “Sweetie”. She was born on July 7, 1933 to the late Russell and Nanola (McGinnis) Gearhart. Eunice retired from Montgomery County Public Schools and was a devoted member of Oak Grove...
John Richard Decker Jr.
Jul 2, 2023
John Richard Decker Jr., 76, of Christiansburg passed away on July 2, 2023. In the 60’s John’s band, The Critters, produced a couple of national hits. He was retired from the Christiansburg Post Office. John is preceded in death by his father, John Richard Decker. He is survived by his mother, Evelyn Ion Decker; sisters & brothers-in-law, Lynne & David...
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