Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Lois Olene Richardson Stanger

Lois Olene Richardson Stanger

Nov 2, 2022

Lois Olene Richardson Stanger of Christiansburg passed away November 2, 2022, at the age of 97. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Lois was preceded in death by her husband Billy N. Stanger, parents Rev. P.A. and Maggie Smith Richardson, sister Arlene Harbert, brother Percy Richardson, and son-in-law Donald Osborne, as well as several nieces and nephews....

Joyce Ann Barker Hutchison

Joyce Ann Barker Hutchison

Nov 1, 2022

Joyce Ann Barker Hutchison, age 85 went to be with the Lord November 1, 2022. She died peacefully at home with her beloved husband of 64 years. She was preceded in death by her oldest son, William Douglas Hutchison. Joyce is survived by her husband and soul mate of 64 years, Leroy William Hutchison of Blacksburg; her oldest daughter, Teresa...

Lena Tea Pugh Leighton

Lena Tea Pugh Leighton

Oct 31, 2022

Lena Tea Pugh Leighton, 88, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022, and is now in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Posey and Ersula Pugh; her husband, Wilbur R. Leighton; and her son, Jerry Vest. She is survived by her children, Larry Vest, Sherry Schoolfield, and...

Magnolia Jan Stilley

Magnolia Jan Stilley

Oct 27, 2022

Our dearest Magnolia Jan Stilley was delivered and left us on October 27, 2022 at 10:12 am. While sixteen weeks was not even close to the time here we would have wanted to have with her, we have and will continue to cherish each and every moment that we did have with her. She is loved, adored, and honored by...

Dhandai Vera Pardasie

Dhandai Vera Pardasie

Oct 27, 2022

Dhandai Vera Pardasie, 55, of Christiansburg, VA passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022. She was born on August 8, 1967 in Chaguanas, Trinidad. She was preceded in death by her mother, Meena Pardasie. She is survived by her husband, Jagdeece “Jag” Ramsoondar; sons, John Ramsoondar and Justin Ramsoondar; father, Manichand Pardasie; brothers, Nishan Pardasie, Steve Pardasie, and Ravi Pardasie;...

Kenneth Edward Keith

Kenneth Edward Keith

Oct 26, 2022

After a heroic battle with cancer, Kenneth Edward Keith passed away surrounded by family on October 26, 2022 at the age of 59. Kenneth was born on October 28, 1962, in Montgomery County. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles ‘Ray’ Keith; brothers, Ronnie, Robert, Richard Keith; and son, Kenny Keith. Kenneth is survived by his mother, Joyce...

Andrew Jackson Otey Sr.

Andrew Jackson Otey Sr.

Oct 25, 2022

Andrew Jackson Otey, Sr. of Christiansburg, passed away October 25, 2022. He is survived by his children, Brenda Abshire (Roger Bouldin), Linda Otey (Richy Gold), Richard Otey, James Otey; daughter-in-law, Peggy Sawyers; grandchildren, Edward Abshire Jr., Charlotte Abshire, Dylan Rakes, Brandon Rakes, Destiny Otey, and Danae Otey; step-grandchild, Rose Sawyers; and special friend, Marie Hinkley. Graveside Service will be Friday,...

Roger Turpin

Roger Turpin

Oct 25, 2022

Roger Turpin, 47 of Radford passed away on October 25, 2022. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Turpin. Roger is survived by his mom, Sharon Turpin; children, Layla Turpin, Colin Turpin, Abby Turpin, Bryan Turpin, Cynthia Turpin, Joshua Turpin, Kayla Bullion, and Jessice Bullion; grandchild, Harmony Turpin; and brother, Donnie Turpin. Roger enjoyed fishing, coon hunting, drag...

Edward Burton Henson

Edward Burton Henson

Oct 23, 2022

Edward Burton Henson, born April 20, 1925, departed this life on October 23, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Lois Atkinson Henson, son, Perry Henson and wife Gloria, and daughter, Kathy Henson Klaudt. Grandchildren are Michael Henson (Karen), Kari Howard (Gordon), Kristi Snapp, Jessica Largen (DJ) and Michaela Liles (Wade). Great-grandchildren are Justin Henson (Kayla), Katelyn Roberts (Jake), Abigail,...

Dorthy Howell

Dorthy Howell

Oct 23, 2022

Dorthy Howell, 84 of Christiansburg, passed away on October 23, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Howell; parents, James and Alice Vargo; granddaughter, Jennifer Vest; as well as 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Dorthy is survived by her children, Debbie Vest (Randy), Pam Haas (Jack), Judy Moody (Fred), Dana Anderson (Blake); grandchildren, David Vest, Mark Vest,...

Nancy Ratcliffe Altice

Nancy Ratcliffe Altice

Oct 23, 2022

Nancy Ratcliffe Altice, born March 29, 1941, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2022, surrounded by most of her family after a long battle with Parkinson’s. She was a very much loved Mom, Granny, Weme, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her parents, Waddy and Nannie Ratcliffe; brothers, Terry, Harry, Roy, Bobby, George; and sisters,...

George Grover Nixon Jr

George Grover Nixon Jr

Oct 20, 2022

Born in 1932 and raised in Christiansburg, George Grover Nixon, Jr. ‘Grover’, grew up on his family’s farm in Floyd County with his parents, George Nixon, Sr. and Alma Nixon; as well as his two brothers: Henry and Kenneth Nixon. During High School, he developed a love of both football and basketball. He played basketball and would go on to...

Fred L. Williams Jr.

Fred L. Williams Jr.

Oct 15, 2022

Fred L. Williams Jr. 87 yrs old of Christiansburg, VA went to be with his lord and savior Saturday October 15, 2022. Fred is preceded in death by his wife France R. Williams. Parents Fred & Carolyn Williams. Two sisters & brother in laws Aileen & Harley (Pete) Dove and Betty & James Hinkle. Fred is survived by two sons...

John Edwin Bruce

John Edwin Bruce

Oct 14, 2022

John Edwin Bruce, 87, of Parrot, VA passed away on October 14, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold R. and Hattie McCoy Bruce and a brother Robert Bruce. John is survived by his wife, Hilda Bryant Bruce and daughter Sharon Bruce. A private family service will be conducted at a later date.

Lena May (Smith) McNew

Lena May (Smith) McNew

Oct 10, 2022

Our precious Mom, Lena May (Smith) McNew of Shawsville, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 10, 2022, surrounded by her family. Lena was born on January 12, 1944, to Mr. Robia Lee Smith and Gladys Eugene Smith of Floyd, VA. She was a devoted and loving wife to our father, the late Osborne McNew, and...

Harry 'H.B' Bayne

Harry 'H.B' Bayne

Oct 10, 2022

Harry “H.B.” Bayne, 67 of Christiansburg, went home to be with Jesus on October 10, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pat and Arbutus Bayne; brothers, Frank Bayne , John Bayne, and Milton Bayne; and son, Robert Pennington. Harry is survived by his wife of 24 years, Ava Bayne; children, Gary (Melinda), Joseph, David, Evan, Sheila, and...

Maxine S Canada

Maxine S Canada

Oct 9, 2022

Maxine Sizemore Canada, 98, of Roanoke, VA departed this earth to join her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 9, 2022. She was born October 16, 1923 in Pierpoint, WV to the late Jack and Florence Sizemore. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Edison Canada, sisters Eileen Tedder and...

Robert M. Schaeffer

Robert M. Schaeffer

Oct 7, 2022

Robert M. Schaeffer, 89 of Hiwassee passed away on October 7, 2022. Robert was born September 8th 1933 in Fairfax VA. He was the son of late Malvin and Edna Schaeffer. He was preceded in death by sisters, Virginia Wolfe and Opal Butler; and brothers, Eldrige Schaeffer, Billy Schaeffer, and Cecil Schaeffer. He is survived by his wife of 70...

Mattie Josephine Linkous Orange

Mattie Josephine Linkous Orange

Oct 5, 2022

Mattie Josephine Linkous Orange, 88 of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. She was born in Vicker on March 12, 1934 to the late Clinton E. and Nellie May Wheeling Linkous. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charlie E. Orange; brothers, Harry, Odell, Leon, H.B., and Allen Linkous; and sister, Dolly Whitlock. Mattie is survived...

Margaret L. Gray

Margaret L. Gray

Oct 3, 2022

Margaret L. Gray passed away October 3, 2022, at the age of 83. She was a devoted wife and longtime caregiver to her husband John Gray. Jr. She was also a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and neighbor, and a nurturing friend to any stray dog or cat fortunate enough to find its way to her home. Margaret was a graduate...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Lois Olene Richardson Stanger

Lois Olene Richardson Stanger

Nov 2, 2022

Lois Olene Richardson Stanger of Christiansburg passed away November 2, 2022, at the age of 97. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Lois was preceded in death by her husband Billy N. Stanger, parents Rev. P.A. and Maggie Smith Richardson, sister Arlene Harbert, brother Percy Richardson, and son-in-law Donald Osborne, as well as several nieces and nephews....

Joyce Ann Barker Hutchison

Joyce Ann Barker Hutchison

Nov 1, 2022

Joyce Ann Barker Hutchison, age 85 went to be with the Lord November 1, 2022. She died peacefully at home with her beloved husband of 64 years. She was preceded in death by her oldest son, William Douglas Hutchison. Joyce is survived by her husband and soul mate of 64 years, Leroy William Hutchison of Blacksburg; her oldest daughter, Teresa...

Lena Tea Pugh Leighton

Lena Tea Pugh Leighton

Oct 31, 2022

Lena Tea Pugh Leighton, 88, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022, and is now in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Posey and Ersula Pugh; her husband, Wilbur R. Leighton; and her son, Jerry Vest. She is survived by her children, Larry Vest, Sherry Schoolfield, and...

Magnolia Jan Stilley

Magnolia Jan Stilley

Oct 27, 2022

Our dearest Magnolia Jan Stilley was delivered and left us on October 27, 2022 at 10:12 am. While sixteen weeks was not even close to the time here we would have wanted to have with her, we have and will continue to cherish each and every moment that we did have with her. She is loved, adored, and honored by...

Dhandai Vera Pardasie

Dhandai Vera Pardasie

Oct 27, 2022

Dhandai Vera Pardasie, 55, of Christiansburg, VA passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022. She was born on August 8, 1967 in Chaguanas, Trinidad. She was preceded in death by her mother, Meena Pardasie. She is survived by her husband, Jagdeece “Jag” Ramsoondar; sons, John Ramsoondar and Justin Ramsoondar; father, Manichand Pardasie; brothers, Nishan Pardasie, Steve Pardasie, and Ravi Pardasie;...

Kenneth Edward Keith

Kenneth Edward Keith

Oct 26, 2022

After a heroic battle with cancer, Kenneth Edward Keith passed away surrounded by family on October 26, 2022 at the age of 59. Kenneth was born on October 28, 1962, in Montgomery County. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles ‘Ray’ Keith; brothers, Ronnie, Robert, Richard Keith; and son, Kenny Keith. Kenneth is survived by his mother, Joyce...

Andrew Jackson Otey Sr.

Andrew Jackson Otey Sr.

Oct 25, 2022

Andrew Jackson Otey, Sr. of Christiansburg, passed away October 25, 2022. He is survived by his children, Brenda Abshire (Roger Bouldin), Linda Otey (Richy Gold), Richard Otey, James Otey; daughter-in-law, Peggy Sawyers; grandchildren, Edward Abshire Jr., Charlotte Abshire, Dylan Rakes, Brandon Rakes, Destiny Otey, and Danae Otey; step-grandchild, Rose Sawyers; and special friend, Marie Hinkley. Graveside Service will be Friday,...

Roger Turpin

Roger Turpin

Oct 25, 2022

Roger Turpin, 47 of Radford passed away on October 25, 2022. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Turpin. Roger is survived by his mom, Sharon Turpin; children, Layla Turpin, Colin Turpin, Abby Turpin, Bryan Turpin, Cynthia Turpin, Joshua Turpin, Kayla Bullion, and Jessice Bullion; grandchild, Harmony Turpin; and brother, Donnie Turpin. Roger enjoyed fishing, coon hunting, drag...

Edward Burton Henson

Edward Burton Henson

Oct 23, 2022

Edward Burton Henson, born April 20, 1925, departed this life on October 23, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Lois Atkinson Henson, son, Perry Henson and wife Gloria, and daughter, Kathy Henson Klaudt. Grandchildren are Michael Henson (Karen), Kari Howard (Gordon), Kristi Snapp, Jessica Largen (DJ) and Michaela Liles (Wade). Great-grandchildren are Justin Henson (Kayla), Katelyn Roberts (Jake), Abigail,...

Dorthy Howell

Dorthy Howell

Oct 23, 2022

Dorthy Howell, 84 of Christiansburg, passed away on October 23, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Howell; parents, James and Alice Vargo; granddaughter, Jennifer Vest; as well as 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Dorthy is survived by her children, Debbie Vest (Randy), Pam Haas (Jack), Judy Moody (Fred), Dana Anderson (Blake); grandchildren, David Vest, Mark Vest,...

Nancy Ratcliffe Altice

Nancy Ratcliffe Altice

Oct 23, 2022

Nancy Ratcliffe Altice, born March 29, 1941, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2022, surrounded by most of her family after a long battle with Parkinson’s. She was a very much loved Mom, Granny, Weme, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her parents, Waddy and Nannie Ratcliffe; brothers, Terry, Harry, Roy, Bobby, George; and sisters,...

George Grover Nixon Jr

George Grover Nixon Jr

Oct 20, 2022

Born in 1932 and raised in Christiansburg, George Grover Nixon, Jr. ‘Grover’, grew up on his family’s farm in Floyd County with his parents, George Nixon, Sr. and Alma Nixon; as well as his two brothers: Henry and Kenneth Nixon. During High School, he developed a love of both football and basketball. He played basketball and would go on to...

Fred L. Williams Jr.

Fred L. Williams Jr.

Oct 15, 2022

Fred L. Williams Jr. 87 yrs old of Christiansburg, VA went to be with his lord and savior Saturday October 15, 2022. Fred is preceded in death by his wife France R. Williams. Parents Fred & Carolyn Williams. Two sisters & brother in laws Aileen & Harley (Pete) Dove and Betty & James Hinkle. Fred is survived by two sons...

John Edwin Bruce

John Edwin Bruce

Oct 14, 2022

John Edwin Bruce, 87, of Parrot, VA passed away on October 14, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold R. and Hattie McCoy Bruce and a brother Robert Bruce. John is survived by his wife, Hilda Bryant Bruce and daughter Sharon Bruce. A private family service will be conducted at a later date.

Lena May (Smith) McNew

Lena May (Smith) McNew

Oct 10, 2022

Our precious Mom, Lena May (Smith) McNew of Shawsville, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 10, 2022, surrounded by her family. Lena was born on January 12, 1944, to Mr. Robia Lee Smith and Gladys Eugene Smith of Floyd, VA. She was a devoted and loving wife to our father, the late Osborne McNew, and...

Harry 'H.B' Bayne

Harry 'H.B' Bayne

Oct 10, 2022

Harry “H.B.” Bayne, 67 of Christiansburg, went home to be with Jesus on October 10, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pat and Arbutus Bayne; brothers, Frank Bayne , John Bayne, and Milton Bayne; and son, Robert Pennington. Harry is survived by his wife of 24 years, Ava Bayne; children, Gary (Melinda), Joseph, David, Evan, Sheila, and...

Maxine S Canada

Maxine S Canada

Oct 9, 2022

Maxine Sizemore Canada, 98, of Roanoke, VA departed this earth to join her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 9, 2022. She was born October 16, 1923 in Pierpoint, WV to the late Jack and Florence Sizemore. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Edison Canada, sisters Eileen Tedder and...

Robert M. Schaeffer

Robert M. Schaeffer

Oct 7, 2022

Robert M. Schaeffer, 89 of Hiwassee passed away on October 7, 2022. Robert was born September 8th 1933 in Fairfax VA. He was the son of late Malvin and Edna Schaeffer. He was preceded in death by sisters, Virginia Wolfe and Opal Butler; and brothers, Eldrige Schaeffer, Billy Schaeffer, and Cecil Schaeffer. He is survived by his wife of 70...

Mattie Josephine Linkous Orange

Mattie Josephine Linkous Orange

Oct 5, 2022

Mattie Josephine Linkous Orange, 88 of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. She was born in Vicker on March 12, 1934 to the late Clinton E. and Nellie May Wheeling Linkous. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charlie E. Orange; brothers, Harry, Odell, Leon, H.B., and Allen Linkous; and sister, Dolly Whitlock. Mattie is survived...

Margaret L. Gray

Margaret L. Gray

Oct 3, 2022

Margaret L. Gray passed away October 3, 2022, at the age of 83. She was a devoted wife and longtime caregiver to her husband John Gray. Jr. She was also a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and neighbor, and a nurturing friend to any stray dog or cat fortunate enough to find its way to her home. Margaret was a graduate...