Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

James Earl Conner, Jr.

James Earl Conner, Jr.

Feb 26, 2024

James Earl Conner Jr, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away Monday February 26, 2024. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and friend to many. He retired after 47 years with the United States Postal Service and was a Vietnam Veteran. He enjoyed stock car racing and had many years of success and enjoyment with his wife as co-owners of Conner Racing. He...

Marijane Taylor Whitescarver

Marijane Taylor Whitescarver

Feb 25, 2024

Marijane Taylor Whitescarver, 90, of Christiansburg passed away February 25, 2024.  She was born on May 16, 1933 to the late, John Taylor, Sr. and Lucille Taylor.   Marijane worked at Radford Army Ammunition Plant and for the Forestry Department at Virginia Tech, where she became an avid Hokie fan.  She loved her family at St. Jude Catholic Church.  She...

Dee Wyatt

Dee Wyatt

Feb 24, 2024

Dana ‘Dee’ Delores Wyatt, age 62, October 23, 1961 – February 24, 2024, passed peacefully from this life on February 24, 2024, after a gradual decline in health.  She was surrounded by family and special caregivers during the last days of her life.  She had been a resident of the Terrys Fork Community in Floyd County for several years.

She is...

Vance Vernon Duncan

Vance Vernon Duncan

Feb 22, 2024

April 17, 1927 - February 22, 2024

Vance Vernon Duncan, 96, passed away on Thursday, February 22nd, 2024.  He was the 13th child of John Ben Duncan and Virgie Phillips Duncan.  He grew up on the family farm in Indian Valley, Floyd County.  Vance was drafted at the end of World War II and entered the Army on December 14th, 1945....

Alvin Lee 'Hoochie' Tawney

Alvin Lee 'Hoochie' Tawney

Feb 22, 2024

Alvin Lee Tawney ‘Hoochie’, 52 of Floyd, passed away February 22, 2024.  He was born December 27, 1971 to the late Maybelle Tawney and graduated from Christiansburg High School in 1990.  Alvin worked at Hubbel Lighting for 15 years.   He loved the outdoors, racing, football, fishing, camping, and going swimming.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death...

Barbara Ann Wilson Hinkley

Barbara Ann Wilson Hinkley

Feb 21, 2024

Barbara Ann Wilson Hinkley, 72 of Christiansburg, passed away February 21, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Enzo and Beulah Wilson; and her husband, Thomas Hinkley.

Barbara is survived by her children, Lisa Wilson (Brian), Mike Hinkley (Melissa), Jennifer Hinkley; grandchildren, Laura Wilson (Shane), Haley Duncan (David), Amber Hutchings (Kyle), Michael Hinkley, Jr. (Cassidy), Megan Ratliff (Charles), Jaylin...

Cecille Sayers Pettry

Cecille Sayers Pettry

Feb 20, 2024

Cecille Sayers Pettry, age 96 of Pearisburg, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, James Pettry; daughter, Shelby B. Collins; father and mother, Ellis and Roxie Sayers; and grandson, John Gillespie. 

Mrs. Pettry is survived by her daughters, Sandra C. Vest of GA., and Sharon and husband Dan Steuck of CA.; son-in-law, Billy...

Dorothy E Woolwine

Dorothy E Woolwine

Feb 15, 2024

 In loving memory

Dorothy Epperly Edwards Woolwine born July 21st, 1939, (84) of Christiansburg, Virginia. Went home to be with the Lord on February 15th, 2024. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Elbert (Brady), Ruth Nunley, and Ricky Lee Epperly. 

Reunited with first true love and soulmate, Gene C. Edwards, husband of 34 years, the father of their three...

James 'Jim' "Corky" Corcoran

James 'Jim' "Corky" Corcoran

Feb 8, 2024

      

James “Corky” Corcoran of Christiansburg, VA passed away on February 8,2024 at the age of 86. James is

formerly of Berlin and Ocean City New Jersey. Son of the late Maria Alice (nee Morris) and William Francis Corcoran; brother William Francis “Bill” Corcoran.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Nan Jean Corcoran (nee May). Devoted father...

Wayne Martin Alderman

Wayne Martin Alderman

Feb 6, 2024

Wayne Martin Alderman, age 81 of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 6, 2024.

He was employed for 37 years at Radford Army Ammunition Plant working in nitroglycerin for the military.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert Eulice Alderman and Edna Graham Alderman; brother and wife, Corky Alderman (Ann); sisters and husbands, Anna Lee Alderman...

Samuel Ray Hinkley

Samuel Ray Hinkley

Feb 4, 2024

Samuel Ray Hinkley, 68 of Montgomery County, passed away February 4, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Jonah Lee Hinkley and Frances Sue Hinkley; as well as by Roger Lee Hinkley, Thomas Bentley Hinkley, Frank Jackson Hinkley, Vernus Allen Hinkley, Barbara Fay Jennings, Betty Lou Harris, Judy Lynn Bond, and Katie Laura Musselman.

Sam is survived by his...

Scott Anthony Jordan

Scott Anthony Jordan

Feb 3, 2024

Scott Anthony Jordan, 61, of Christiansburg, Virginia, passed away on February 3, 2024.  Scott was an outgoing, fun-loving individual who had a mischievous sense of humor and a passion for fishing. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Scott is survived by his sisters, Doris Waddell and Patricia McCall, and his nephew, Jacob McCall. He was preceded in...

Darrell Ray Wickline

Darrell Ray Wickline

Feb 3, 2024

Darrell Ray Wickline,66, of Christiansburg passed away on February 3, 2024 at the New River Valley Medical Center.  He was preceded in death by his parents, George & Mary Ann Wickline; brother, Michael Wayne Wickline; and sister-in-law, Pat Wickline.   Darrell is survived by his sister, Joyce Taylor and husband, Junior; brothers, Jimmy Wickline and Steve Wickline with wife, Drema;...

Julia Nixon Styne

Julia Nixon Styne

Feb 2, 2024

Julia Nixon Styne, 93, departed her earthly life on February 2, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Roanoke, VA to the late Dr. Samuel H. Nixon and Gertrude Altizer Nixon. She was preceded, in death by her husband of 68 years, Robert J. Styne, and brother Samuel H. Nixon Jr. 

She was a member of...

Brenda Joy Frith Musselman

Brenda Joy Frith Musselman

Feb 2, 2024

Brenda Joy Frith Musselman, 77, passed quietly and peacefully to be with the Lord on February 2, 2024. She was residing at the Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Big Stone Gap, VA. Brenda was born on January 10,1947 in Martinsville, VA. She was the oldest child of Irvine Ford Frith and Gladys Estelle Wray Frith.

She grew up on a small...

Edna Wells Worrell

Edna Wells Worrell

Jan 31, 2024

Edna Jean Wells Worrell, 80 of Elliston, Virginia was known and loved by many throughout the small communities of Elliston and Shawsville. This sweet lady left us on January 31, 2024. Edna was born on September 6, 1943. to the late George Edward Wells and Virgie Bell Cheatwood Wells. Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Lee Worrell;...

Lena Mae Lytton

Lena Mae Lytton

Jan 29, 2024

Lena Mae Lytton, 71, of Christiansburg passed away on January 29, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family at the time of her passing.  She was a lifelong member of Walton Pentecostal Holiness Church, and worked at Don Kenny for many years.  Lena is preceded in death by her husband, James Adkins (Badeye), parents, William (Brownie) & Virginia Lytton;...

William "Hoover" Roosevelt Roberts

William "Hoover" Roosevelt Roberts

Jan 28, 2024

“William Roosevelt Roberts, 91, of Christiansburg, Virginia, known as Hoover to friends and family, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 in his home on Smith Mountain Lake in Penhook, Virginia. Hoover was surrounded by family in his final days, in his room with a view of the lake.Hoover will be remembered, first, for his kindness and generosity, and second,...

Herbert Craig Miler

Herbert Craig Miler

Jan 27, 2024

Herbert Craig Miller, 100, of Blacksburg VA died on January 27, 2024.  He was born in Rowan County NC.Herbert is survived by his loving spouse Doris R Miller, his daughter Janet Miller and her spouse Timothy Ritz of Roanoke VA, his sons David Miller of Atlanta GA, Paul Miller of Roanoke VA,; step-sons John Ritz and Christian Ritz; his brother...

Shirley Ann Walters Baker Bartlett

Shirley Ann Walters Baker Bartlett

Jan 26, 2024

Born Shirley Ann Walters Baker Bartlett at New Altamons Hospital to George M. Walters Jr. and Verbena Dickerson Walters on August 25, 1945.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Clayton L. Bartlett, brother Kelly B. Walters and sister-in-law Virginia Gerald Walters.  Shirley is survived by her ex-husband Billy S. Baker; son William (Willie) Baker; special sister Norma...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

James Earl Conner, Jr.

James Earl Conner, Jr.

Feb 26, 2024

James Earl Conner Jr, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away Monday February 26, 2024. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and friend to many. He retired after 47 years with the United States Postal Service and was a Vietnam Veteran. He enjoyed stock car racing and had many years of success and enjoyment with his wife as co-owners of Conner Racing. He...

Marijane Taylor Whitescarver

Marijane Taylor Whitescarver

Feb 25, 2024

Marijane Taylor Whitescarver, 90, of Christiansburg passed away February 25, 2024.  She was born on May 16, 1933 to the late, John Taylor, Sr. and Lucille Taylor.   Marijane worked at Radford Army Ammunition Plant and for the Forestry Department at Virginia Tech, where she became an avid Hokie fan.  She loved her family at St. Jude Catholic Church.  She...

Dee Wyatt

Dee Wyatt

Feb 24, 2024

Dana ‘Dee’ Delores Wyatt, age 62, October 23, 1961 – February 24, 2024, passed peacefully from this life on February 24, 2024, after a gradual decline in health.  She was surrounded by family and special caregivers during the last days of her life.  She had been a resident of the Terrys Fork Community in Floyd County for several years.

She is...

Vance Vernon Duncan

Vance Vernon Duncan

Feb 22, 2024

April 17, 1927 - February 22, 2024

Vance Vernon Duncan, 96, passed away on Thursday, February 22nd, 2024.  He was the 13th child of John Ben Duncan and Virgie Phillips Duncan.  He grew up on the family farm in Indian Valley, Floyd County.  Vance was drafted at the end of World War II and entered the Army on December 14th, 1945....

Alvin Lee 'Hoochie' Tawney

Alvin Lee 'Hoochie' Tawney

Feb 22, 2024

Alvin Lee Tawney ‘Hoochie’, 52 of Floyd, passed away February 22, 2024.  He was born December 27, 1971 to the late Maybelle Tawney and graduated from Christiansburg High School in 1990.  Alvin worked at Hubbel Lighting for 15 years.   He loved the outdoors, racing, football, fishing, camping, and going swimming.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death...

Barbara Ann Wilson Hinkley

Barbara Ann Wilson Hinkley

Feb 21, 2024

Barbara Ann Wilson Hinkley, 72 of Christiansburg, passed away February 21, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Enzo and Beulah Wilson; and her husband, Thomas Hinkley.

Barbara is survived by her children, Lisa Wilson (Brian), Mike Hinkley (Melissa), Jennifer Hinkley; grandchildren, Laura Wilson (Shane), Haley Duncan (David), Amber Hutchings (Kyle), Michael Hinkley, Jr. (Cassidy), Megan Ratliff (Charles), Jaylin...

Cecille Sayers Pettry

Cecille Sayers Pettry

Feb 20, 2024

Cecille Sayers Pettry, age 96 of Pearisburg, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, James Pettry; daughter, Shelby B. Collins; father and mother, Ellis and Roxie Sayers; and grandson, John Gillespie. 

Mrs. Pettry is survived by her daughters, Sandra C. Vest of GA., and Sharon and husband Dan Steuck of CA.; son-in-law, Billy...

Dorothy E Woolwine

Dorothy E Woolwine

Feb 15, 2024

 In loving memory

Dorothy Epperly Edwards Woolwine born July 21st, 1939, (84) of Christiansburg, Virginia. Went home to be with the Lord on February 15th, 2024. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Elbert (Brady), Ruth Nunley, and Ricky Lee Epperly. 

Reunited with first true love and soulmate, Gene C. Edwards, husband of 34 years, the father of their three...

James 'Jim' "Corky" Corcoran

James 'Jim' "Corky" Corcoran

Feb 8, 2024

      

James “Corky” Corcoran of Christiansburg, VA passed away on February 8,2024 at the age of 86. James is

formerly of Berlin and Ocean City New Jersey. Son of the late Maria Alice (nee Morris) and William Francis Corcoran; brother William Francis “Bill” Corcoran.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Nan Jean Corcoran (nee May). Devoted father...

Wayne Martin Alderman

Wayne Martin Alderman

Feb 6, 2024

Wayne Martin Alderman, age 81 of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 6, 2024.

He was employed for 37 years at Radford Army Ammunition Plant working in nitroglycerin for the military.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert Eulice Alderman and Edna Graham Alderman; brother and wife, Corky Alderman (Ann); sisters and husbands, Anna Lee Alderman...

Samuel Ray Hinkley

Samuel Ray Hinkley

Feb 4, 2024

Samuel Ray Hinkley, 68 of Montgomery County, passed away February 4, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Jonah Lee Hinkley and Frances Sue Hinkley; as well as by Roger Lee Hinkley, Thomas Bentley Hinkley, Frank Jackson Hinkley, Vernus Allen Hinkley, Barbara Fay Jennings, Betty Lou Harris, Judy Lynn Bond, and Katie Laura Musselman.

Sam is survived by his...

Scott Anthony Jordan

Scott Anthony Jordan

Feb 3, 2024

Scott Anthony Jordan, 61, of Christiansburg, Virginia, passed away on February 3, 2024.  Scott was an outgoing, fun-loving individual who had a mischievous sense of humor and a passion for fishing. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Scott is survived by his sisters, Doris Waddell and Patricia McCall, and his nephew, Jacob McCall. He was preceded in...

Darrell Ray Wickline

Darrell Ray Wickline

Feb 3, 2024

Darrell Ray Wickline,66, of Christiansburg passed away on February 3, 2024 at the New River Valley Medical Center.  He was preceded in death by his parents, George & Mary Ann Wickline; brother, Michael Wayne Wickline; and sister-in-law, Pat Wickline.   Darrell is survived by his sister, Joyce Taylor and husband, Junior; brothers, Jimmy Wickline and Steve Wickline with wife, Drema;...

Julia Nixon Styne

Julia Nixon Styne

Feb 2, 2024

Julia Nixon Styne, 93, departed her earthly life on February 2, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Roanoke, VA to the late Dr. Samuel H. Nixon and Gertrude Altizer Nixon. She was preceded, in death by her husband of 68 years, Robert J. Styne, and brother Samuel H. Nixon Jr. 

She was a member of...

Brenda Joy Frith Musselman

Brenda Joy Frith Musselman

Feb 2, 2024

Brenda Joy Frith Musselman, 77, passed quietly and peacefully to be with the Lord on February 2, 2024. She was residing at the Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Big Stone Gap, VA. Brenda was born on January 10,1947 in Martinsville, VA. She was the oldest child of Irvine Ford Frith and Gladys Estelle Wray Frith.

She grew up on a small...

Edna Wells Worrell

Edna Wells Worrell

Jan 31, 2024

Edna Jean Wells Worrell, 80 of Elliston, Virginia was known and loved by many throughout the small communities of Elliston and Shawsville. This sweet lady left us on January 31, 2024. Edna was born on September 6, 1943. to the late George Edward Wells and Virgie Bell Cheatwood Wells. Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Lee Worrell;...

Lena Mae Lytton

Lena Mae Lytton

Jan 29, 2024

Lena Mae Lytton, 71, of Christiansburg passed away on January 29, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family at the time of her passing.  She was a lifelong member of Walton Pentecostal Holiness Church, and worked at Don Kenny for many years.  Lena is preceded in death by her husband, James Adkins (Badeye), parents, William (Brownie) & Virginia Lytton;...

William "Hoover" Roosevelt Roberts

William "Hoover" Roosevelt Roberts

Jan 28, 2024

“William Roosevelt Roberts, 91, of Christiansburg, Virginia, known as Hoover to friends and family, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 in his home on Smith Mountain Lake in Penhook, Virginia. Hoover was surrounded by family in his final days, in his room with a view of the lake.Hoover will be remembered, first, for his kindness and generosity, and second,...

Herbert Craig Miler

Herbert Craig Miler

Jan 27, 2024

Herbert Craig Miller, 100, of Blacksburg VA died on January 27, 2024.  He was born in Rowan County NC.Herbert is survived by his loving spouse Doris R Miller, his daughter Janet Miller and her spouse Timothy Ritz of Roanoke VA, his sons David Miller of Atlanta GA, Paul Miller of Roanoke VA,; step-sons John Ritz and Christian Ritz; his brother...

Shirley Ann Walters Baker Bartlett

Shirley Ann Walters Baker Bartlett

Jan 26, 2024

Born Shirley Ann Walters Baker Bartlett at New Altamons Hospital to George M. Walters Jr. and Verbena Dickerson Walters on August 25, 1945.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Clayton L. Bartlett, brother Kelly B. Walters and sister-in-law Virginia Gerald Walters.  Shirley is survived by her ex-husband Billy S. Baker; son William (Willie) Baker; special sister Norma...

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