Obituaries
Ronald & Charlotte (L. Whittaker) Farley
May 31, 2025
While the passing of a loved one is always bittersweet; we are celebrating the reuniting of mom and dad as Ronald R. Farley (06/13/1935) went home to meet his Lord and savior on October 20, 2025. He joins his wife Charlotte, father and mother L.W. and Lennis Farley, his daughter Karen Jones, his sister Jeanette and his identical twin Donald....
Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner
Oct 18, 2025
Reed Charles ‘Charlie’ Stoner, 35 of Christiansburg, passed away October 18, 2025. Charlie worked at Avelenos as the Front End Manager and was a 2008 graduate of Christiansburg High School.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Robert Paul Stoner and Sarah Barbara Holmes; maternal grandparents, Charles Eugene and Joyce Reed; uncle, David Stoner; and aunt, Janice Lester Dickerson.
Charlie...
Monica Marie Weinzapfel
Aug 13, 2025
Monica Marie Weinzapfel, known to the many who love her as “Moni” passed to the other side at her home the evening of August 13, 2025, in the loving care of family and friends.
Monica was born in Evansville, Indiana, June 3 rd , 1952, the daughter of the late Linus “Mac” Weinzapfel and Edith (née Schenk) Weinzapfel Hagan. In addition...
Brenda Walters Thomas
Oct 19, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Brenda Walters Thomas, a devoted wife, cherished mother, and beloved grandmother, who departed this life on October 19th 2025 at the age of 82. Brenda lived a life full of kindness, and unwavering love for her family. She was the heart of our home — a...
Wanda Lee Smith
Oct 17, 2025
Wanda Lee Smith, 76, went to be with the Lord on October 17, 2025. She was born on September 20, 1949, in Merrimac, Virginia, to the late James and Hester Jones Smith. Wanda later moved with her family to Pilot, Virginia, where she made her lifelong home.
She was a beautiful, sweet soul who was always soft spoken and kind. She...
Kyle William Dehart
Oct 16, 2025
Kyle William Dehart, of Fairlawn VA. passed away in his garage on October 16, 2025, when Jesus called his good and faithful servant home. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. The only places he would have liked to be when he left this earth was in a boat, hunting blind or his garage. Kyle lived a faith filled life...
Wanda Thompson Griffin
Oct 13, 2025
Wanda Thompson Griffin, 63 of Christiansburg passed away peacefully Monday, October 13, in her sleep. Wanda was an avid reader, enjoyed cross-stitching and crocheting, and planning events for her church. She enjoyed word-searches, crosswords and playing with her dog, Lette.
Wanda was predeceased by her father, Boyd Thompson. She is survived by her husband, Stacy Griffin; her son, Alex Griffin; grandchildren,...
Hubert Sweeney
Oct 8, 2025
Hubert Sweeney of English, WV went to be with Jesus on October 8, 2025. He preached for over 50 years and pastored several churches in the area. He was a retired coal miner. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ruben & Sallie Sweeney with whom he grew up with alongside his brothers and sisters. Hubert is survived by...
Jerry Trent Horton
Oct 5, 2025
Jerry Trent Horton, of Riner, VA, passed away on October 5, 2025 at the age of 87. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and community member.
Jerry served in the U.S. Army for three years, including 18 months in Germany, and then attended Hines Junior College in Mississippi. After some years away, Jerry and Mary Jo returned to Riner to...
Sherry Anne Alderman
Oct 3, 2025
Sherry Anne Alderman, 63 of Pilot passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton Deloyd and Goldie Kathleen Alderman.
Sherry is survived by her daughters, Krista Gregg Tillis and partner Dominic Sotile and Felicia and Christopher Bibb; grandchildren, Abbie, Christian, and Riley Bibb; sisters, Sarah and husband Dave Gottleib, Kimberly and husband Bobby...
Jason Peter Gabris
Sep 28, 2025
Jason Gabris, of Christiansburg, Virginia, was born in 1974 and passed away on September 28, 2025, at the age of 51.
Jason was a kind and thoughtful person who touched the lives of many with his warmth and humor. He had a deep love for art, often spending his time drawing, taking photographs, and crafting. He also enjoyed movies — especially...
Linda Carolyn Helm
Sep 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Linda Carolyn Helm
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda Carolyn Helm, who left us on Friday, September 26, 2025 at the age of 81, surrounded by her family and with her husband and her boys by her side. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend and she touched...
Clarence Daniel 'Danny' Bishop
Sep 25, 2025
Clarence Daniel ‘Danny’ Bishop, 83 of Riner, passed away September 25, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence E. and Eva Thompson Bishop; and brother, David Bishop.
Danny is survived by his wife, Mary A. Bishop; sister, Nancy Denney; and brothers, Benjamin Bishop and Joseph Bishop.
Visitation will be held Monday, September 29, 2025, from 1-1:45 p.m. at Horne...
Christopher Boyd Hooper
Sep 23, 2025
Christopher Boyd Hooper, 19, of Christiansburg was born on January 23, 2006 to Wade and Lorie Hooper. Christopher went to be with Jesus on September 23, 2025 after a long battle.
He was preceded in death by his father, Wade Hooper; paternal grandparents, Boyd and Faye Hooper; maternal grandfather, Calvin Hinkley; uncle, Larry Hooper, and aunt, Tammy Hinkley St. Clair.
Christopher is...
Roger Lloyd Ratliff
Sep 18, 2025
Roger Lloyd Ratliff, 73, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025 at his home in Christiansburg, Virginia. He is preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Ratliff; and his parents Billy Lloyd Ratliff (stepmother Patricia Ratliff) and Nellie King. Roger is survived by his daughter, Jessica Lambert & husband, Tom; grandchildren, Kara and Kadence Lambert; brother, Gary Ratliff; sister, Judy...
Pamela M. Carney
Sep 18, 2025
Pamela M. Carney, of Floyd County, Virginia passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Born in 1941, Pamela (Pam) was the daughter of the late Captain Harold and Helen Mathis, Tuckerton, New Jersey. Pamela’s grand adventure with her husband of 48 years, Armand, ended with his death on March 17, 2008. During their marriage she traveled frequently with Armand for...
Samuel Duke Raines
Sep 15, 2025
Samuel Duke Raines, 77 of Elliston, passed away September 15, 2025. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys Richardson; father, Samuel N. Raines; wife, Karen A. Raines; brother, Kenny Raines; daughter, Mary J. Raines; son, Johnny Dooley; and aunt, Edith Richardson.
Duke is survived by his children, Travis Raines, Karen L. Raines, Marjorie Beth Raines; son-in-law, Ed Fortune; grandchildren,...
Chase Alexander Huddleston
Sep 13, 2025
Chase Alexander Huddleston, a vibrant soul whose laughter could light up any room, left this world far to soon on September 13, 2025, at the tender age of 19. Born on October 7, 2005, Chase embodied a spirit of joy and authenticity that left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
From a young age, Chase was known...
Robert Thomas Jones, Jr.
Sep 13, 2025
Robert Thomas Jones, Jr., 76, of Christiansburg, Virginia, left this life to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 13, 2025. He was born on June 10, 1949, in Pearisburg, Virginia and graduated from Christiansburg High School and New River Community College with a degree in Instrumentation. He began working for Kroger when he was 16 years old...
Palmer Leslie Griffith, Jr.
Sep 12, 2025
Palmer Leslie ‘Dude’ Griffith, Jr., 89 of Christiansburg, passed away September 13, 2025. He was born on February 25, 1936, to the late Palmer Leslie Griffith, Sr. and Sylvia Eanes Grifith.
In addition to his parents, Dude was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Jackie Gray Griffith; brothers, L. L. ‘Red’ Griffith, Sr., Robert ‘Bob’ Griffith; son-in-law, J....
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