Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Harold Theo Neece

Harold Theo Neece

Jul 30, 2019

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, George Crockett Neece and Arbutus Duncan Neece; son, Garry Neece; daughter, Bonita Altizer; grandson, Brad Lee Neece; brothers, Marvin Neece and Alvin Lee (Bobby) Neece; and sister, Pauline Atkinson. He is survived by special companion, Velma Perdue; brothers, Harry Robert Neece and George Edward Neece; daughter, Rise Sargent; son, Anthony Wayne Neece...

Peter Fletcher

Peter Fletcher

Jul 29, 2019

Peter Fletcher of Christiansburg, Va. died July 29, 2019 at Richfield Rehab Center in Salem, Va. after a long fight with heart disease and kidney disease. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Leon Fletcher and Miriam Phillips and by his sister, Antonia Girard. Peter was born in New York, New York on July 6, 1939 and grew up...

Donna L. Stiefel

Donna L. Stiefel

Jul 29, 2019

Donna L. Stiefel passed away Monday, July 29, 2019 at Highland Ridge Rehab Center. She was the daughter of the late Roy and Eliza Bennett. She was preceded in death also by her husband, Lloyd Stiefel; and son, Scott Stiefel. Donna loved children, so much so, she had a childcare business in her home where she shared her love with...

Lucille Webb Draper 'Lucy'

Lucille Webb Draper 'Lucy'

Jul 28, 2019

Lucille Webb Draper ‘Lucy’, 82, of Christiansburg, formerly of Franklin, VA, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019. Lucy was a longtime realtor in the New River Valley and an active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. She loved Virginia Tech football and basketball and the beach. Lucy was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Laura Webb;...

Timmy Dwayne Martin

Timmy Dwayne Martin

Jul 27, 2019

Timmy Martin, 49, of Christiansburg, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Per his wishes, there will be no services. Donations may be made to the Humane Society of Montgomery County.

Jonathan "Patrick" Hatcher

Jonathan "Patrick" Hatcher

Jul 26, 2019

Jonathan “Patrick” Hatcher was born in Bluefield, West Virginia on October 15, 1970. On Friday, July 26, 2019, Patrick went home to be with Jesus, and finally got to meet some of his personal heroes, such as 80’s musicians, Star Wars characters, Steve Jobs, C.S. Lewis, and other influential authors. Also there to greet him with warm hugs were his...

Derrick Djuan Barnes Sr.

Derrick Djuan Barnes Sr.

Jul 25, 2019

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day...unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Derrick Djuan Barnes, Sr., known to his friends and family as L.O.V.E. passed peacefully on Thursday, July 25, 2019 surrounded by family at LewisGale Hospital in Blacksburg, Virginia. A native of New Brunswick, NJ, Derrick was born...

Ray Evans Gardner

Ray Evans Gardner

Jul 24, 2019

Ray Evans Gardner, 72, of Riner, was born on November 22, 1946. He lost his 18 year battle with cancer on July 24, 2019. Ray was a loving and patient husband, father, grandfather and brother. He was a humble Christian man, and a lifelong member of Floyd Church of Christ. He was a dedicated employee of Kollmorgen for 48 years....

Clifford Kendrick Newcomb Jr.

Clifford Kendrick Newcomb Jr.

Jul 24, 2019

Clifford Kendrick “Ken” Newcomb Jr. ,68 of Christiansburg, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at LewisGale Hospital-Montgomery. Horne Funeral Home will be in charge of cremation arrangements. Services will be held at The Bridge Foursquare Church on Sunday, August 11, 2019. Viewing will be from 5-6 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 6 p.m. Pastor Will Fillingham will...

Victoria 'Vickie' B. Sutton

Victoria 'Vickie' B. Sutton

Jul 21, 2019

Victoria “Vickie” B. Sutton, 75, of Christiansburg, was born October 31, 1943. On Sunday, July 21, 2019, surrounded by her family, Vickie departed this world to rejoin her Heavenly Father. Awaiting Vickie, with open loving arms, were those who preceded her in death, her father, Hastwell Mabry, her mother, Julia Mabry, two beloved cousins, more like brothers, HH “Johnny” Crowder...

Ellen Gertrude Hylton

Ellen Gertrude Hylton

Jul 17, 2019

ELLEN GERTRUDE HYLTON, 70, of Pulaski passed away July 17, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest & Ethel Hylton; brother, Earnest Hylton, Jr.; and dog, Rocky. Ellen is survived by 2 sons, Timmy Hylton and Terry Hylton & wife, Angel; daughter, Melissa Layton and husband, Tommy; grandchildren, Nicole Green & husband, Jason, Kayla Thompson & husband,...

Patricia Cox Bryant

Patricia Cox Bryant

Jul 15, 2019

Patricia Cox Bryant, 72, of Christiansburg, passed away on July 15, 2019. Pat was preceded in death by her mother and father, Vivian and John Dean Cox; and her brother, Larry Michael Cox. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Roger Bryant; daughter, Jennifer Bryant Salyers and husband Kevin Salyers; granddaughters, Emily Salyers and Sydney Salyers; sisters, Sue...

Ernest Monroe McGuire

Ernest Monroe McGuire

Jul 13, 2019

Ernest Monroe McGuire, 81, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on July 12, 2019. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren. Ernest enjoyed hunting and fishing, but enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren most of all. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, and a sister. Ernest is survived by his...

James B. Martin Jr.

James B. Martin Jr.

Jul 11, 2019

James B. Martin, Jr. (Jimmy), 57, of Riner, VA, went to Heaven on July 11, 2019. He left us way too soon but he is with Jesus now. He was employed at MOOG Aspen in Radford, VA. He was a member of the Riner Volunteer Fire Department for 18 years as ‘Pooch’ 423, and was a member of Auburn United...

Caswell Proctor 'Cas' Graham

Caswell Proctor 'Cas' Graham

Jul 11, 2019

Caswell Proctor Graham, 95, of Christiansburg, VA, went to sleep at home, had sweet dreams and woke up in Heaven on July 11, 2019. Cas was born in Princeton, WV. He graduated from Christiansburg High School in 1942. He joined the Army Air Force and fought in WWII, receiving the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He then attended VPI &...

Alice Geneva St. Clair

Alice Geneva St. Clair

Jul 11, 2019

Alice Geneva St. Clair, 93, of Christiansburg passed away July 11, 2019 and is now resting in the arms of Jesus. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen Tipton St. Clair, Sr.; son, Allen Tipton St. Clair, Jr.; parents, Howard & Lelia Stump; brothers Alonia & Bobby Stump; and sisters, Opal Crawford & Martha Spencer. Alice is survived...

Ann Louise Vaughn

Ann Louise Vaughn

Jul 9, 2019

Ann Louise Vaughn, 59, of Radford peacefully passed away on July 9, 2019. She was preceded in death by her father, Dennis Linkous; brother, Donald Linkous; and step father, Bud Shepherd. Ann is survived by her mother, Shirley Shepherd; fiancée, Curtis Young; son, Derek Vaughn (Deonna Thompson); daughter, Ashley Lytton (Keith Lytton); grandchildren, Caleb, Zach, Jace, Jordan, Jayden, Taylor and...

George Kawood Lucas

George Kawood Lucas

Jul 5, 2019

George Kawood Lucas, of Piney Woods, Riner, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2019. He was 82 and a forester by education, training, and career. The youngest of four children of James Theodore and Eloise Summers Lucas, he was raised on the family dairy farm in the Childress area of Montgomery County. His uncle, Roderick Lucas, was...

James 'Jim' Franklin Noll

James 'Jim' Franklin Noll

Jul 3, 2019

James (Jim) Franklin Noll, 77, went to be with the Lord Jesus on July 3, 2019, in Christiansburg Virginia. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Gloria Moeser Noll; his son J. Michael Noll and wife Diane of Gainesville, Ga.; grandsons Joshua, Aaron and Stephen Noll, also of Gainesville; daughter Donna Noll Neel and husband Barry of Bluefield,...

Edward Epperly

Edward Epperly

Jul 2, 2019

Edward Epperly 87, of Christiansburg, Va., went to be with his Savior Jesus Christ on July 2, 2019 surrounded by his family, after a life that was well lived. He is survived by his faithful and loving wife of 66 years, Dollie Epperly; sons, Norman Epperly (Janet), Jerry Epperly (Angie); daughter, Sharon Flinchum (Wendell); grandchildren, Amy (Charlie), Jason (Melissa), Adam...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Harold Theo Neece

Harold Theo Neece

Jul 30, 2019

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, George Crockett Neece and Arbutus Duncan Neece; son, Garry Neece; daughter, Bonita Altizer; grandson, Brad Lee Neece; brothers, Marvin Neece and Alvin Lee (Bobby) Neece; and sister, Pauline Atkinson. He is survived by special companion, Velma Perdue; brothers, Harry Robert Neece and George Edward Neece; daughter, Rise Sargent; son, Anthony Wayne Neece...

Peter Fletcher

Peter Fletcher

Jul 29, 2019

Peter Fletcher of Christiansburg, Va. died July 29, 2019 at Richfield Rehab Center in Salem, Va. after a long fight with heart disease and kidney disease. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Leon Fletcher and Miriam Phillips and by his sister, Antonia Girard. Peter was born in New York, New York on July 6, 1939 and grew up...

Donna L. Stiefel

Donna L. Stiefel

Jul 29, 2019

Donna L. Stiefel passed away Monday, July 29, 2019 at Highland Ridge Rehab Center. She was the daughter of the late Roy and Eliza Bennett. She was preceded in death also by her husband, Lloyd Stiefel; and son, Scott Stiefel. Donna loved children, so much so, she had a childcare business in her home where she shared her love with...

Lucille Webb Draper 'Lucy'

Lucille Webb Draper 'Lucy'

Jul 28, 2019

Lucille Webb Draper ‘Lucy’, 82, of Christiansburg, formerly of Franklin, VA, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019. Lucy was a longtime realtor in the New River Valley and an active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. She loved Virginia Tech football and basketball and the beach. Lucy was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Laura Webb;...

Timmy Dwayne Martin

Timmy Dwayne Martin

Jul 27, 2019

Timmy Martin, 49, of Christiansburg, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Per his wishes, there will be no services. Donations may be made to the Humane Society of Montgomery County.

Jonathan "Patrick" Hatcher

Jonathan "Patrick" Hatcher

Jul 26, 2019

Jonathan “Patrick” Hatcher was born in Bluefield, West Virginia on October 15, 1970. On Friday, July 26, 2019, Patrick went home to be with Jesus, and finally got to meet some of his personal heroes, such as 80’s musicians, Star Wars characters, Steve Jobs, C.S. Lewis, and other influential authors. Also there to greet him with warm hugs were his...

Derrick Djuan Barnes Sr.

Derrick Djuan Barnes Sr.

Jul 25, 2019

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day...unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Derrick Djuan Barnes, Sr., known to his friends and family as L.O.V.E. passed peacefully on Thursday, July 25, 2019 surrounded by family at LewisGale Hospital in Blacksburg, Virginia. A native of New Brunswick, NJ, Derrick was born...

Ray Evans Gardner

Ray Evans Gardner

Jul 24, 2019

Ray Evans Gardner, 72, of Riner, was born on November 22, 1946. He lost his 18 year battle with cancer on July 24, 2019. Ray was a loving and patient husband, father, grandfather and brother. He was a humble Christian man, and a lifelong member of Floyd Church of Christ. He was a dedicated employee of Kollmorgen for 48 years....

Clifford Kendrick Newcomb Jr.

Clifford Kendrick Newcomb Jr.

Jul 24, 2019

Clifford Kendrick “Ken” Newcomb Jr. ,68 of Christiansburg, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at LewisGale Hospital-Montgomery. Horne Funeral Home will be in charge of cremation arrangements. Services will be held at The Bridge Foursquare Church on Sunday, August 11, 2019. Viewing will be from 5-6 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 6 p.m. Pastor Will Fillingham will...

Victoria 'Vickie' B. Sutton

Victoria 'Vickie' B. Sutton

Jul 21, 2019

Victoria “Vickie” B. Sutton, 75, of Christiansburg, was born October 31, 1943. On Sunday, July 21, 2019, surrounded by her family, Vickie departed this world to rejoin her Heavenly Father. Awaiting Vickie, with open loving arms, were those who preceded her in death, her father, Hastwell Mabry, her mother, Julia Mabry, two beloved cousins, more like brothers, HH “Johnny” Crowder...

Ellen Gertrude Hylton

Ellen Gertrude Hylton

Jul 17, 2019

ELLEN GERTRUDE HYLTON, 70, of Pulaski passed away July 17, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest & Ethel Hylton; brother, Earnest Hylton, Jr.; and dog, Rocky. Ellen is survived by 2 sons, Timmy Hylton and Terry Hylton & wife, Angel; daughter, Melissa Layton and husband, Tommy; grandchildren, Nicole Green & husband, Jason, Kayla Thompson & husband,...

Patricia Cox Bryant

Patricia Cox Bryant

Jul 15, 2019

Patricia Cox Bryant, 72, of Christiansburg, passed away on July 15, 2019. Pat was preceded in death by her mother and father, Vivian and John Dean Cox; and her brother, Larry Michael Cox. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Roger Bryant; daughter, Jennifer Bryant Salyers and husband Kevin Salyers; granddaughters, Emily Salyers and Sydney Salyers; sisters, Sue...

Ernest Monroe McGuire

Ernest Monroe McGuire

Jul 13, 2019

Ernest Monroe McGuire, 81, of Christiansburg went to be with the Lord on July 12, 2019. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren. Ernest enjoyed hunting and fishing, but enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren most of all. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, and a sister. Ernest is survived by his...

James B. Martin Jr.

James B. Martin Jr.

Jul 11, 2019

James B. Martin, Jr. (Jimmy), 57, of Riner, VA, went to Heaven on July 11, 2019. He left us way too soon but he is with Jesus now. He was employed at MOOG Aspen in Radford, VA. He was a member of the Riner Volunteer Fire Department for 18 years as ‘Pooch’ 423, and was a member of Auburn United...

Caswell Proctor 'Cas' Graham

Caswell Proctor 'Cas' Graham

Jul 11, 2019

Caswell Proctor Graham, 95, of Christiansburg, VA, went to sleep at home, had sweet dreams and woke up in Heaven on July 11, 2019. Cas was born in Princeton, WV. He graduated from Christiansburg High School in 1942. He joined the Army Air Force and fought in WWII, receiving the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He then attended VPI &...

Alice Geneva St. Clair

Alice Geneva St. Clair

Jul 11, 2019

Alice Geneva St. Clair, 93, of Christiansburg passed away July 11, 2019 and is now resting in the arms of Jesus. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen Tipton St. Clair, Sr.; son, Allen Tipton St. Clair, Jr.; parents, Howard & Lelia Stump; brothers Alonia & Bobby Stump; and sisters, Opal Crawford & Martha Spencer. Alice is survived...

Ann Louise Vaughn

Ann Louise Vaughn

Jul 9, 2019

Ann Louise Vaughn, 59, of Radford peacefully passed away on July 9, 2019. She was preceded in death by her father, Dennis Linkous; brother, Donald Linkous; and step father, Bud Shepherd. Ann is survived by her mother, Shirley Shepherd; fiancée, Curtis Young; son, Derek Vaughn (Deonna Thompson); daughter, Ashley Lytton (Keith Lytton); grandchildren, Caleb, Zach, Jace, Jordan, Jayden, Taylor and...

George Kawood Lucas

George Kawood Lucas

Jul 5, 2019

George Kawood Lucas, of Piney Woods, Riner, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2019. He was 82 and a forester by education, training, and career. The youngest of four children of James Theodore and Eloise Summers Lucas, he was raised on the family dairy farm in the Childress area of Montgomery County. His uncle, Roderick Lucas, was...

James 'Jim' Franklin Noll

James 'Jim' Franklin Noll

Jul 3, 2019

James (Jim) Franklin Noll, 77, went to be with the Lord Jesus on July 3, 2019, in Christiansburg Virginia. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Gloria Moeser Noll; his son J. Michael Noll and wife Diane of Gainesville, Ga.; grandsons Joshua, Aaron and Stephen Noll, also of Gainesville; daughter Donna Noll Neel and husband Barry of Bluefield,...

Edward Epperly

Edward Epperly

Jul 2, 2019

Edward Epperly 87, of Christiansburg, Va., went to be with his Savior Jesus Christ on July 2, 2019 surrounded by his family, after a life that was well lived. He is survived by his faithful and loving wife of 66 years, Dollie Epperly; sons, Norman Epperly (Janet), Jerry Epperly (Angie); daughter, Sharon Flinchum (Wendell); grandchildren, Amy (Charlie), Jason (Melissa), Adam...