Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Richard Lynn Clutter

Richard Lynn Clutter

Sep 27, 2021

Richard Lynn Clutter age 52 of Dublin passed away peacefully in his home on September 27th, 2021. Rick was born April 8, 1969 in Youngstown Ohio. After moving to Virginia he attended school in Christainsburg. After school he achieved his dream of becoming a truck driver. A job that he loved for over 30 years. Rick is survived by his...

James Curtis Anderson

James Curtis Anderson

Sep 26, 2021

James Curtis Anderson, of Salem, Virginia, devoted husband and beloved father, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2021 at the age of 87. Born in Narrows, Virginia on June 9, 1934, Curtis was the son of Gertrude Fisher Anderson, a Registered Nurse at New Altamont Hospital in Christiansburg, Virginia. After graduating from Christiansburg High School, he enlisted in the United...

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Sep 25, 2021

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer, 99, of Ridgeway, VA, formerly of Huffville, VA, passed away at the age of 99 on September 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hiley and Blanch Epperly; siblings, Herman Epperly, Harless Epperly, Edsel Epperly, Eva Conner, Virginia Epperly, and Cassidy Foster; husband, Elmon Austin; sons, Eddie Austin and Harold Austin; and daughter-in-law,...

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Sep 24, 2021

Garnett Brillhart Woody, 94, born in Roanoke, VA on October 16, 1926 to the late Lloyd H. and Ila Akers Brillhart, passed away on September 24, 2021 at LewisGale Montgomery Hospital in Blacksburg, VA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Ila Brillhart; sister, Frances Brillhart; brothers, Jack and John Brillhart. She is survived by her husband,...

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Sep 24, 2021

Tyler Bryan Humphreys of Christiansburg, Virginia went to be with the Lord on September 24, 2021 while surrounded by family and music. He was predeceased by his parents Louise and William “Bill” Humphreys and father-in-law Pete Gippert. He is survived by his loving wife Jody and their children, Nathaniel (Blake), Elizabeth and Sammantha; sister Ginger Vere, brother David Humphreys (Susan),...

Barry "Bear" Meade Sheppard

Barry "Bear" Meade Sheppard

Sep 24, 2021

Barry Sheppard, 66, of Pilot, VA, went to be with the Lord on, September 24, 2021 after a long battle with numerous health issues. He was born and raised in Alleghany Springs in which he was very proud of. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gary Reed Sheppard and Violet Rena Sheppard; sister, Karen Crawford, and brother-in-law, Marvin...

Allen Kent Hines

Allen Kent Hines

Sep 24, 2021

Allen Kent Hines went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 24, 2021 at the age of 62. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bettye Hines; sister, Sheryl Duncan; step-mother, Carolyn A. Hines. He is survived by his father, Lewis Gray Hines; brothers, Donald G. Hines, John Jay Hines and wife Edna Gail Hines, Mark S. Hines...

Roger Lee Gardner Jr

Roger Lee Gardner Jr

Sep 23, 2021

Roger Lee Gardner Jr, 49 of Willis, Va. Passed away September 23,2021 from complications of Covid-19 after spending 2 ½ weeks in ICU. He was born October 10,1971 in Radford, Va. Roger was preceded in death by his father Roger Lee Gardner Sr, grandparents on both sides: JC and Delaine Gardner, Gerrit and Jacoba Leemkuil. Uncles: Randy Gardner and Gerrit...

Edean Brumfield Rakes

Edean Brumfield Rakes

Sep 23, 2021

Edean Brumfield Rakes of Shawsville, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 23, 2021. Edean was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Annie Hylton Brumfield; and the love of her life her husband, H.C. Rakes, Jr. Surviving family are daughter and son-in-law, Sandra Rakes and Alex Snodgrass of Christiansburg; sons, Robert Rakes of...

Brenda Akers Basham

Brenda Akers Basham

Sep 23, 2021

Brenda Akers Basham, 76, of Shawsville, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Lucille; sister, Fran; and grandson, Mark Thomas. Brenda is survived by her husband of 60 years, Paul Basham; children, Edwina Basham Viar (Garry Allen Viar), John Basham (Sheila), Paul Basham, II; grandchildren, TJ Thomas John Beche, Robert...

Ruth 'Ruthie' Sevier Foster

Ruth 'Ruthie' Sevier Foster

Sep 22, 2021

Ruth Sevier Foster (Ruthie), age 90, native of NC, residing at English Meadows in Blacksburg, VA, passed away peacefully on 9/22/21. Born in Asheville, NC, she was a graduate of Lee Edwards High School and WCUNC (now UNC-G). She was a devoted wife of over 50 years and mother of four daughters. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents,...

Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr.

Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr.

Sep 22, 2021

On September 22, 2021 Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr. succumbed to ALS and was called home to heaven to unite with his father, Elwood Ballard Groseclose; his mother, Geneva Taylor Groseclose, and his father-in-law, George Robert Jarels. He is survived by his mother-in-law, Vivian Jarels. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Judy Ann Groseclose and children:...

Richard William Johnston, Jr.

Richard William Johnston, Jr.

Sep 19, 2021

Richard William Johnston, Jr., 55, of Christiansburg passed away on September 19, 2021 after fighting a long and courageous battle to Covid-19. He was born on September 17, 1966 in Linwood, California to Richard William Johnston Sr. and Jeanette LaRoche. Richard graduated from Newton High School in 1984 and entered the United States Army. Following his military service, he began...

Mirto A. Corte

Mirto A. Corte

Sep 16, 2021

Having achieved his greatest goal of turning 100, Mirto A. Corte passed away on September 16, 2021 in the early morning hours. Born on September 1, 1921 in McDowell County, West Virginia, Mirt graduated from Welch High School and then received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Tri-State College (Trine University), Angola, IN, in 1942. Upon graduation,...

Dr. Coreen Mett

Dr. Coreen Mett

Sep 16, 2021

Dr. Coreen Mett, 73, of Christiansburg died September 16, 2021, after a courageous 5-year battle with leiomyosarcoma. A math professor for more than 30 years, teaching was Coreen’s passion. After graduate school at Michigan State, she taught first at Virginia Tech then Radford University. Coreen traveled widely and loved to hike, read, play bridge, cheer for the Hokies, play and...

Burnita Phillips Dailey

Burnita Phillips Dailey

Sep 13, 2021

Burnita Phillips Dailey, 90, of Christiansburg passed away September 13, 2021 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home. She previously taught school at Christiansburg Primary School for 33 years. Burnita was a member of Laurel Hill Church of the Christ. She is survived by her nephew, Allen Phillips and wife, Darlene; niece, Phyllis Rich and husband, Dan; special nephew, Steve Phillips; and...

Janye Dare Galup (Burgess)

Janye Dare Galup (Burgess)

Sep 13, 2021

Janye Burgess Galup (September 24, 1930 – September 13, 2021) Janye Dare Galup (Burgess), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many, passed away peacefully, September 13, 2021. She was 90 years old. Janye was born in Bluefield, WV on September 24, 1930, the eldest child to the late Claire W. Burgess and Ruby Burgess (Hall). She graduated from...

Larry Miller Meredith

Larry Miller Meredith

Sep 13, 2021

***PLEASE NOTE ARRANGEMENTS HAVE CHANGED*** Larry Miller Meredith, 76, of Narrows, VA, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen Meredith; and brother, Timothy Meredith. Larry is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Patty Meredith; sons, Randy Meredith (Jennifer), Tony Meredith (Tammy); grandchildren, Hannah, Addie, and Avery Meredith,...

Gerald Graff

Gerald Graff

Sep 6, 2021

Gerald Graff, 50, of Blacksburg, passed away on September 6, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, Eric Graff; and father-in-law, Rockie Chinault. Gerald is survived by his wife of 12 years, Angie Graff; children, Kelsey Richardson, Andrew Richardson, and Gavin Graff; mom, Lorraine Graff; sister, Marci Jackson and husband Lion, with their child, Naeemah Jackson; mother-in-law, Margie...

Winifred S. Howell

Winifred S. Howell

Sep 5, 2021

Winifred S. Howell, 84, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 5, 2021. She lived most of her life in Christiansburg, and was the daughter of the late Harry B. and Lucy Shealor. She was a graduate of Shawsville High School and Radford College, Women’s Division of Virginia Polytechnical Institute. Win was a high...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Richard Lynn Clutter

Richard Lynn Clutter

Sep 27, 2021

Richard Lynn Clutter age 52 of Dublin passed away peacefully in his home on September 27th, 2021. Rick was born April 8, 1969 in Youngstown Ohio. After moving to Virginia he attended school in Christainsburg. After school he achieved his dream of becoming a truck driver. A job that he loved for over 30 years. Rick is survived by his...

James Curtis Anderson

James Curtis Anderson

Sep 26, 2021

James Curtis Anderson, of Salem, Virginia, devoted husband and beloved father, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2021 at the age of 87. Born in Narrows, Virginia on June 9, 1934, Curtis was the son of Gertrude Fisher Anderson, a Registered Nurse at New Altamont Hospital in Christiansburg, Virginia. After graduating from Christiansburg High School, he enlisted in the United...

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer

Sep 25, 2021

Margie Magglean Austin Beckelhimer, 99, of Ridgeway, VA, formerly of Huffville, VA, passed away at the age of 99 on September 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hiley and Blanch Epperly; siblings, Herman Epperly, Harless Epperly, Edsel Epperly, Eva Conner, Virginia Epperly, and Cassidy Foster; husband, Elmon Austin; sons, Eddie Austin and Harold Austin; and daughter-in-law,...

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Garnett Brillhart Woody

Sep 24, 2021

Garnett Brillhart Woody, 94, born in Roanoke, VA on October 16, 1926 to the late Lloyd H. and Ila Akers Brillhart, passed away on September 24, 2021 at LewisGale Montgomery Hospital in Blacksburg, VA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Ila Brillhart; sister, Frances Brillhart; brothers, Jack and John Brillhart. She is survived by her husband,...

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Tyler Bryan Humphreys

Sep 24, 2021

Tyler Bryan Humphreys of Christiansburg, Virginia went to be with the Lord on September 24, 2021 while surrounded by family and music. He was predeceased by his parents Louise and William “Bill” Humphreys and father-in-law Pete Gippert. He is survived by his loving wife Jody and their children, Nathaniel (Blake), Elizabeth and Sammantha; sister Ginger Vere, brother David Humphreys (Susan),...

Barry "Bear" Meade Sheppard

Barry "Bear" Meade Sheppard

Sep 24, 2021

Barry Sheppard, 66, of Pilot, VA, went to be with the Lord on, September 24, 2021 after a long battle with numerous health issues. He was born and raised in Alleghany Springs in which he was very proud of. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gary Reed Sheppard and Violet Rena Sheppard; sister, Karen Crawford, and brother-in-law, Marvin...

Allen Kent Hines

Allen Kent Hines

Sep 24, 2021

Allen Kent Hines went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 24, 2021 at the age of 62. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bettye Hines; sister, Sheryl Duncan; step-mother, Carolyn A. Hines. He is survived by his father, Lewis Gray Hines; brothers, Donald G. Hines, John Jay Hines and wife Edna Gail Hines, Mark S. Hines...

Roger Lee Gardner Jr

Roger Lee Gardner Jr

Sep 23, 2021

Roger Lee Gardner Jr, 49 of Willis, Va. Passed away September 23,2021 from complications of Covid-19 after spending 2 ½ weeks in ICU. He was born October 10,1971 in Radford, Va. Roger was preceded in death by his father Roger Lee Gardner Sr, grandparents on both sides: JC and Delaine Gardner, Gerrit and Jacoba Leemkuil. Uncles: Randy Gardner and Gerrit...

Edean Brumfield Rakes

Edean Brumfield Rakes

Sep 23, 2021

Edean Brumfield Rakes of Shawsville, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 23, 2021. Edean was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Annie Hylton Brumfield; and the love of her life her husband, H.C. Rakes, Jr. Surviving family are daughter and son-in-law, Sandra Rakes and Alex Snodgrass of Christiansburg; sons, Robert Rakes of...

Brenda Akers Basham

Brenda Akers Basham

Sep 23, 2021

Brenda Akers Basham, 76, of Shawsville, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Lucille; sister, Fran; and grandson, Mark Thomas. Brenda is survived by her husband of 60 years, Paul Basham; children, Edwina Basham Viar (Garry Allen Viar), John Basham (Sheila), Paul Basham, II; grandchildren, TJ Thomas John Beche, Robert...

Ruth 'Ruthie' Sevier Foster

Ruth 'Ruthie' Sevier Foster

Sep 22, 2021

Ruth Sevier Foster (Ruthie), age 90, native of NC, residing at English Meadows in Blacksburg, VA, passed away peacefully on 9/22/21. Born in Asheville, NC, she was a graduate of Lee Edwards High School and WCUNC (now UNC-G). She was a devoted wife of over 50 years and mother of four daughters. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents,...

Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr.

Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr.

Sep 22, 2021

On September 22, 2021 Marvin (Chip) Lee Groseclose, Sr. succumbed to ALS and was called home to heaven to unite with his father, Elwood Ballard Groseclose; his mother, Geneva Taylor Groseclose, and his father-in-law, George Robert Jarels. He is survived by his mother-in-law, Vivian Jarels. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Judy Ann Groseclose and children:...

Richard William Johnston, Jr.

Richard William Johnston, Jr.

Sep 19, 2021

Richard William Johnston, Jr., 55, of Christiansburg passed away on September 19, 2021 after fighting a long and courageous battle to Covid-19. He was born on September 17, 1966 in Linwood, California to Richard William Johnston Sr. and Jeanette LaRoche. Richard graduated from Newton High School in 1984 and entered the United States Army. Following his military service, he began...

Mirto A. Corte

Mirto A. Corte

Sep 16, 2021

Having achieved his greatest goal of turning 100, Mirto A. Corte passed away on September 16, 2021 in the early morning hours. Born on September 1, 1921 in McDowell County, West Virginia, Mirt graduated from Welch High School and then received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Tri-State College (Trine University), Angola, IN, in 1942. Upon graduation,...

Dr. Coreen Mett

Dr. Coreen Mett

Sep 16, 2021

Dr. Coreen Mett, 73, of Christiansburg died September 16, 2021, after a courageous 5-year battle with leiomyosarcoma. A math professor for more than 30 years, teaching was Coreen’s passion. After graduate school at Michigan State, she taught first at Virginia Tech then Radford University. Coreen traveled widely and loved to hike, read, play bridge, cheer for the Hokies, play and...

Burnita Phillips Dailey

Burnita Phillips Dailey

Sep 13, 2021

Burnita Phillips Dailey, 90, of Christiansburg passed away September 13, 2021 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home. She previously taught school at Christiansburg Primary School for 33 years. Burnita was a member of Laurel Hill Church of the Christ. She is survived by her nephew, Allen Phillips and wife, Darlene; niece, Phyllis Rich and husband, Dan; special nephew, Steve Phillips; and...

Janye Dare Galup (Burgess)

Janye Dare Galup (Burgess)

Sep 13, 2021

Janye Burgess Galup (September 24, 1930 – September 13, 2021) Janye Dare Galup (Burgess), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many, passed away peacefully, September 13, 2021. She was 90 years old. Janye was born in Bluefield, WV on September 24, 1930, the eldest child to the late Claire W. Burgess and Ruby Burgess (Hall). She graduated from...

Larry Miller Meredith

Larry Miller Meredith

Sep 13, 2021

***PLEASE NOTE ARRANGEMENTS HAVE CHANGED*** Larry Miller Meredith, 76, of Narrows, VA, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen Meredith; and brother, Timothy Meredith. Larry is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Patty Meredith; sons, Randy Meredith (Jennifer), Tony Meredith (Tammy); grandchildren, Hannah, Addie, and Avery Meredith,...

Gerald Graff

Gerald Graff

Sep 6, 2021

Gerald Graff, 50, of Blacksburg, passed away on September 6, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, Eric Graff; and father-in-law, Rockie Chinault. Gerald is survived by his wife of 12 years, Angie Graff; children, Kelsey Richardson, Andrew Richardson, and Gavin Graff; mom, Lorraine Graff; sister, Marci Jackson and husband Lion, with their child, Naeemah Jackson; mother-in-law, Margie...

Winifred S. Howell

Winifred S. Howell

Sep 5, 2021

Winifred S. Howell, 84, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 5, 2021. She lived most of her life in Christiansburg, and was the daughter of the late Harry B. and Lucy Shealor. She was a graduate of Shawsville High School and Radford College, Women’s Division of Virginia Polytechnical Institute. Win was a high...