Obituaries
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...
Doris Slusher Kitts
Feb 21, 2025
Doris Slusher Kitts of Christiansburg, Virginia, was born on March 11, 1937, and passed away on February 21, 2025. A woman of boundless love and generosity, Doris lived a life dedicated to faith, family, and the joy of sharing.If love had a scent, for us, it would be donuts. From managing the deli and bakery at Wade's Supermarket for over...
Michael Edwin Ewing
Feb 18, 2025
Michael Edwin Ewing, 70 of Christiansburg, passed away February 18, 2025. Services will be private.
Myra Lillian Van Lear
Feb 13, 2025
Myra Lillian Van Lear,84, of Christiansburg, VA, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 13, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Arby and Gertrude Harris of Indian Valley, VA, her husband Edward Van Lear I, and her son Edward Van Lear II of Christiansburg, VA.; brother, Glen Harris.
Survivors include her son, Mark Van Lear of Pembrook,...
Charles Emmett Caldwell, Jr.
Feb 12, 2025
Charles, “Charlie” Caldwell, age 61, of Radford went to be with the Lord on February 12th, after a long battle with multiple health issues. Anyone who knew Charlie, also knew he could light up a room with his laughter and sense of humor. He will forever be remembered for his heart, his wit, and the way he made everyone around...
Charles W. Gentry II
Feb 9, 2025
Charles Wayne 'Chuck' Gentry, II, 50 of Blacksburg, VA, passed away on February 9, 2025. Born June 21, 1974, Chuck embraced life with boundless enthusiasm and an adventurous spirit.
Chuck is survived by his loving wife, Jennie Morris Gentry; and their cherished daughter, Xara Noel Gentry. He also leaves behind his parents, Charles Wayne Gentry and Eleanor Jean Gentry; along with...
Frances Jean Simmons
Feb 8, 2025
Jean Smith Simmons, of Blacksburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Albert and Pearl Smith.
She grew up in Albuquerque and was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church. When her family moved to Kansas City, she met and married the sweetest boy in high school,...
Robert William Turner
Feb 7, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce Bob Turner went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 7, 2025 at the age of 82. Bob was a beloved husband, father, and friend and was affectionately known as “Pops” to his many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Born in Richmond, VA, Bob earned both his Bachelor’s degree...
Virginia Mae Kendrick
Feb 4, 2025
Virginia Mae Kendrick, 92, of Vinton, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She was born August 30,1932 in Huntington, West Virginia the daughter of Ray Plymale, Sr. and Madge Kilgore Plymale.
She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her husband, Gene T. Kendrick; and a brother, Ray Plymale,Jr. Virginia is survived by her three children, Diane Spurlock...
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