Obituaries
Maeghan McKenzie Jarmon
Mar 19, 2025
Maeghan McKenzie Jarmon, passed away at the tender age of just 21 years old, on March 19, 2025, at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center in Radford, Virginia.
She entered this world on July 11, 2003, at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Arriving two weeks early and only two ounces above preemie weight, Maeghan was a beautiful, tiny bundle of...
Michael Joseph Sage
Mar 18, 2025
Michael Joseph Sage, born on October 30, 1978, left this world on March 18, 2025. Known for his vibrant spirit and zest for life, Michael embraced every moment with an infectious enthusiasm. He was a devoted family man whose love for his children, Abigail Sage and Kaden Sage, shine brightly in all that he did. His deep affection for his...
Marylee Wehrman Bush
Mar 18, 2025
Marylee Wehrman Bush, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, left this world peacefully on March 18, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on November 5, 1944, in the small town of Wren, Mississippi, Marylee dedicated her life to nurturing those around her with kindness and generosity.
Marylee's journey through life was marked by her unyielding spirit and her...
Jesse James Reed, Jr.
Mar 15, 2025
Jesse James Reed, Jr., a cattle and sheep farmer, peacefully passed away on March 15, 2025, at Highland Ridge Nursing and Rehab. He was born on February 5, 1948, in Riner, Virginia, to Jesse James Reed Sr. and Lindsey Reed, both of whom predeceased him.
Jesse was known for his warm spirit and generous heart. He fostered strong relationships with those...
Weida Darlene Oliver
Mar 12, 2025
Weida Darlene Oliver
Born January, 27, 1955 and Died March 12, 2025.
Darlene Oliver, age 70, of Elliston, Virginia, was a smart individual and a bookworm. She also loved to play board games. She loved to travel and among her travel destinations she went to Alaska and overseas. Darlene never married, but she enjoyed the company of her family and was especially...
Maurice Alexander, Sr.
Mar 11, 2025
Maurice Alfonzo Alexander, Sr., age 70, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, at the Shelia S. Strauss Hospice House in Roanoke, VA surrounded by loved ones. Maurice loved his family and was a dear friend to many.
Born in Christiansburg, VA, on February 16, 1955, Maurice lived a life filled with love and laughter. He was known for his warm...
Kathleen Linkous Thomas
Mar 11, 2025
Kathleen Thomas, 97 of Christiansburg, went to her heavenly home on March 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar ‘Bud’ Thomas; parents, Arthur and Nina Linkous; children, Charlene Dowdy (Irvin), Patricia Jones (Bill), Linda Thomas, Edwina ‘Cricket’ Crouse, (Gary)Michael Thomas (Rebe); and grandchild, Laura Roe and a great-great grandchild Hayden Quesenberry.
Kathleen is survived by her son,...
Debra 'Debbie' Saunders Duncan
Mar 11, 2025
Debra ‘Debbie’ Saunders Duncan, 63 of Christiansburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. She was born in Fort Bragg, NC, on June 5, 1961, to the late Robert Lee and Mary Lou Saunders.
Also preceding her in death were two siblings, Donnie Lee and Patricia Ann.
Debbie retired from Virginia Tech after 39 years.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving...
Edna Gearheart
Mar 10, 2025
Edna T. Gearheart, 93 of Pilot, passed away on March 10, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph E. Gearheart, Sr.; son, Ralph E. Gearheart, Jr.; and her parents, Walter and Eliza Taylor.
Edna is survived by her children, Peggy Gearheart and Kenneth Taylor; grandsons, James Robert Sargent and Eric Wayne Taylor; and great-granddaughters, Brianna S. Sargent and Gracie...
Jean Trump
Mar 8, 2025
Jean Trump, age 84, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 2, 1940, in Christiansburg, Virginia, she lived a life of love, kindness, and devotion to her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Molly McGuyer; siblings, Luther, Lowell, and Dorthy;...
Daphne Bernice Hickman
Mar 7, 2025
Daphne Bernice HickmanSunrise November 7, 1941Sunset March 7,2025To be absent from the body is to present with the Lord(Corinthians 5:8)Daphne left her earthly home on Friday March 7, 2025 and went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was the daughter of Walter H Hickman and Margaret Miller Hickman (predeceased). She was the eldest granddaughter of...
Theodore "Ted" Carl Shelton III
Mar 6, 2025
Theodore Carl Shelton, III ‘Ted’, 72 of Elliston slipped around the corner to the next room of existence on Thursday, March 6, 2025, after very long illness. He was born on June 8, 1952 in Radford to the late Gordon May Eagle Shelton Norse and Professor Carl Shelton, P.E., of the Mining Engineering Department. Ted attended Blacksburg High, class of...
William Earl Poff
Mar 5, 2025
William “Earl” Poff, a genuine, light-hearted, loving father, husband, and friend, was born on October 22, 1953, in Christiansburg, Virginia. On March 5, 2025, the Lord called Earl home after a short battle with a recurrence of lymphoma. He was able to spend his last days at home, surrounded by the love of his family.
Earl loved his family more than...
Charlie Tickle
Feb 28, 2025
Charlie Tickle, 93, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, leaving, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and craftsmanship. A devoted family man, Charlie was known for his giving spirit, humble heart, and unwavering ability to see the positives in life.
Born on May 17, 1931, Charlie found joy in the simple things- tending to his garden, sharing stories that...
Ted Janney
Feb 26, 2025
Wilton Harvey “Ted” Janney Jr., born June 12, 1948 of Christiansburg VA, passed away on February 26, 2025 at the age of 76. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Janney and Madeline Boyd Janney, and stepfather, Scottie Scott.
Ted was married to the love of his life, Barbara Lyons Janney, for 52 years. Together they had two children,...
Kristina Marie Meller
Feb 25, 2025
Kristina Marie Meller, 59, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away on February 25, 2025. To her family, she was their world. She was born on October 11, 1965, and was the daughter of the late Barbara and Henry Meller.
She is survived by three children: son Travis Van Schoyck and fiancée Sarah Hooson of NJ, daughter Beth Nester and husband John of...
Mary Frances Thompson Teany
Feb 25, 2025
Mary Frances Thompson Teany (Oct 29, 1927 – Feb 25th 2025) at 97 years old, went to her heavenly home on Feb 25th at 6:20 pm. To her family she was a walking angel. Mom, you have your wings now.
Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband Paul Teany, her parents, Ora and Nena Mae Thompson. Sisters and Brothers...
Mary Ann Jackson
Feb 23, 2025
Mary Ann Jackson, age 92 of Christiansburg passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Richfield Wellness and Rehabilitation in Salem, VA. Born February 13, 1933 in Radford, she was the daughter of the late Charles Decatur Lawrence & Thelma Gay Austin. She was also preceded in death by her husband William Carl Jackson (4/2/2013), and her brother Thomas (Tommy) Christian...
Damien Edward Sawyers
Feb 22, 2025
Damien Edward Sawyers, 33 of Christiansburg, passed away February 14, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce M. ‘Shelley’ Carbaugh; grandmother, Aletha K. Carbaugh; grandfather, Robert ‘Bobby’ Carbaugh; Aunt, Connie Clark; and uncle, Frankie Sawyers.
Left to cherish his memory are his father, Edward Sawyers; sisters, Latesha Carbaugh, Madison Sawyers; aunts, Robin Rice, Debbie Price, Melissa Sawyers; uncles, Jay...
Rodger Lee Smith
Feb 21, 2025
Rodger Lee Smith, age 80 of Floyd, Va. passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, with his children by his side. Born on July 5, 1944, he was a beloved husband, father and grandfather known for his love of God, his family, hunting, fishing, golfing, and Nascar. He had a passion for refurbishing antique radios and loved wood working. Graduating...
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