Obituaries
Virginia Hylton Roop
Aug 31, 2024
Virginia Hylton Roop, 98 of Christiansburg, born on June 18, 1926, passed away August 31, 2024, at Commonwealth Assisted Living in Radford.
Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Jack B. Roop; son, Roland Roop; and daughter, Judith B. Kress. She was the last of 10 children of the late Elisha and Daisy Hylton. She was also preceded in death...
Phillip Harman
Aug 30, 2024
Phillip Harman (1933-2024) was born and raised in Christiansburg, Virginia to Roy David and Jeannette Dupuy Harman. He graduated from Virginia Tech in 1954 and held a life-long love for his alma mater. At the beginning of every football season he would say that the only thing that mattered was that Tech beat UVa!
Upon graduation after serving in the ROTC,...
Jeffrey 'Scott' Aldridge
Aug 29, 2024
Jeffrey “Scott” Aldridge, 56, of Christiansburg, VA, went home to be with Lord and his loved ones in Heaven on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry Oliver and Barbara Howell Aldridge; brother, Richard Aldridge; maternal grandparents, Silas and Ada Howell; paternal grandparents, Velmer D. and Mattie Aldridge; special friends, Tommy, Jane, and Melissa Davis.
He...
Howard Leonard Cockram
Aug 28, 2024
Howard Leonard Cockram, 83, of Pilot VA passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
He was born on August 16, 1941 to the late Velo Iona Webb Cockram and Eugene L. Cockram.
Besides his parents he is preceded in death by sisters Reva and Ella Kelley.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Betty...
Mary Ann Wine
Aug 26, 2024
Mary Ann Wine, 74, of Christiansburg, VA left this world on Monday, August 26, 2024. Born in Aberdeen, MD on September 27, 1949, to Robert and Eleanor Dickenson, Mary Ann grew up at home and abroad alongside her brothers, Bob and Ross. Mary Ann graduated from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) in 1971 and reached the rank...
Rachel Louise Hale
Aug 26, 2024
Rachel Louise Hale, of Pilot, VA passed away on August 26, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lee Hale; daughter, Almeda H. Linkous; parents, Gordon and Roenia Alderman; brothers, Deloyd, Tommy, and Alvin Alderman; sisters, Marilyn Alderman, and Christine Linkous; sister-in-law, Cathy Alderman; and special friend, Louise Hutchins.
She is survived her son-in-law, Ricky Linkous; grandsons, Rickie and...
Carlos Stump
Aug 26, 2024
Carlos D. Stump, 60, of Christiansburg passed away early Monday morning on August 26th. He was a 1985 graduate of Christiansburg High School. He enjoyed playing guitar, watching wrestling and cheering on the Hokies! He was preceded in death by his parents, Ward and Janet Stump. Carlos is survived by his wife, Tina Stump; brothers, Gregory Stump and Jeffrey Stump...
Clifford “Cliff” Eugene Orange
Aug 24, 2024
Clifford “Cliff” Eugene Orange, 68, went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and to rejoin his parents on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Born to the late Charles Orange and Mattie Orange, Cliff had a 30-year career with Virginia Tech as University Architect. Cliff was also an accomplished guitar player, and he and his father enjoyed traveling, playing and...
John Marcellus Barnett
Aug 23, 2024
John Barnett, 83, of Christiansburg, Virginia, passed away on August 23, 2024. John grew up with a love for the outdoors, animals, and playing sports like baseball and football.
He joined the United States Air Force in 1959, where he was stationed in Japan. After his service, John lived in Chicago before returning to Virginia. Upon return to Virginia he married...
Ray Junior Smith
Aug 21, 2024
Ray Junior Smith, born on June 10, 1948, passed away peacefully on August 21 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories, deeply embedded in the hearts of his family and friends.
Ray was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Jean Smith. Together, they built a warm and caring family, which includes their daughter, Susan Crawford. He...
Vernon E. Helvey
Aug 18, 2024
Vernon E. Helvey, 81, of Christiansburg, VA and formerly of Covington, VA, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Vernon was born in Lillybrook, WVA to the late Charles and Margaret Williams Helvey. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles L. “Chache” Helvey.
Vernon graduated from Stocco High School in Coal City, WVA and then moved to Falls Church,...
Wendell D. Graham
Aug 13, 2024
Wendell Dale Graham, age 76, went to be with the Lord on August 13, 2024. He passed with his wife and daughter by his side.
He was a kind and caring husband and father who loved his family. He always put his family first.
He retired from Montgomery County Schools after 34 years of service.
He was preceded in death by his parents,...
Frank Alexander Longrie II
Aug 12, 2024
Frank Alexander Longrie II, age 52, formerly of Hickory NC and presently residing in Christiansburg, VA, went to be with the Lord on August 12, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Merle Ann Longrie of Hickory, NC, and his sister, Donna Longrie Bullis (Jay) of Hickory.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his father, Frank Alexander Longrie (Joyce)...
John 'Bud' Henry Trent
Aug 11, 2024
John 'Bud' Henry Trent, a man whose life was a testament strength, loyalty, and unwavering love, passed away on August 11, 2024. Born on December 5, 1955, Bud touched the lives of many with his kindness and generosity.
Bud was a strong role model, always there for those who often found themselves without support. His loyalty and friendship were unwavering, making...
Bernice Thomas Roop
Aug 9, 2024
Bernice Thomas Roop of Christiansburg, VA passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents Mallie and Irene Thomas; sisters, Faye Thomas, Norlee Grissom and Althie Boggs. Brothers, Larry Thomas and MG Thomas; along with children, Wilbur Oldham and Barbara Freeman.
Left to cherish Bernice’s memory are her husband, Bobby Roop; children, Parker Roop (Charlene),...
Donna Elizabeth Hancock
Aug 8, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donna Elizabeth Hancock, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother. Donna's journey on this earth began on April 19, 1949, and concluded on August 8, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and creativity that will forever be remembered.
Donna's passion for life was evident in her various hobbies and interests. She found immense...
Junior Paul Spencer
Aug 7, 2024
Junior Paul Spencer of Christiansburg, born November 20, 1936, passed away August 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Gene Spencer, Sr. and Claire Coleman Spencer; brothers, Garland Spencer (Martha), Gene Spencer (Christine); sisters, Ruby Rice, Ruth Roop, Rhynie Jones, Carlie Stump, and Olonza.
He is survived by his wife, Ernestine S. Spencer; brothers, Luther Spencer (Willie...
David Elvin Campbell
Aug 6, 2024
David Elvin Campbell, born August 11, 1942, in Orchard, WV, entered the golden gates of Heaven on August 6, 2024, at the age of 81. He was the son of the late Cecil Elvin Campbell and Pansy Dillion Campbell. Along with his parents, waiting to greet him at Heaven’s gate were his brothers, Roy Lee Campbell and Marion Gray Campbell,...
Jeffrey Bowman Miller
Aug 5, 2024
Jeffery Bowman Miller of Christiansburg, Va, died unexpectedly at his home, on Monday, August 5th, 2024. Jeff was born on July 22nd, 1948, in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He married the love of his life, Sandra Moore, in the summer of 1979 and worked as a steward of the nursery industry for many years. He was the son of Ray Bowman Miller...
Nathan Cole Jefcoat
Aug 3, 2024
At 8:42 pm on August 3 rd , 2024, our trout fishing, water loving, Country music blaring, truck driving, YEEHAW yelling, first born son, Nathan Cole Jefcoat, passed away in a car accident. He took his last breath at the scene. For those who go to the site, please be aware you must walk down a dangerous road to get...
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