Obituaries

Barbara "Susie" Copenhaver Haywood

Barbara "Susie" Copenhaver Haywood

Jul 14, 2023

Barbara "Susie" Copenhaver Haywood, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023.

Private graveside services were held at Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery, 5550 Bagging Plant Road, Dublin, Va.

This is a courtesy announcement by Fraziers' Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.

Oakey's South Chapel, 4257 Brambleton Avenue, Roanoke, Va. is serving the Haywood Family.

 

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Tracy Smith McCarty

Tracy Smith McCarty

Jul 13, 2023

Bristol, Tenn. / Marion, Va.

 

Tracy Smith McCarty age 43, broke the chains of this body at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Thursday, July 13, 2023 surrounded by her family.

 

Tracy was a graduate of Marion Senior High School class of 1998. She then attended Radford University where she received her Bachelors in reproductive Biology. She then graduated from...

Tim Thompson

Tim Thompson

Jul 12, 2023

Johnson City, Tenn.

Tim Thompson, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on July 12, 2023, in Johnson City, Tennessee. From an early age, Tim was known for his adventurous spirit. He always sought out new experiences and cherished the opportunity to travel. One of his favorite destinations was the beautiful beaches of Florida. Tim had a deep appreciation...

Donald Eugene Lowman

Donald Eugene Lowman

Jul 12, 2023

Sugar Grove, Va.

 

Donald Eugene Lowman age 70, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

 

Don was a talented mechanic who could fix anything – and people brought everything to him. He was a faithful employee of Royal Mouldings (DG Mouldings) for over 40 years. Don loved his Lord and was a lifetime faithful member of Valley View Baptist...

Ronald Michael Musser

Ronald Michael Musser

Jul 10, 2023

Rural Retreat, Va.

 

Ronald Michael Musser age 80, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023 at his home in Rural Retreat, Virginia.

 

Mike was a loving husband, dad, grandad, brother, and friend. He founded Musser Lumber Company in 1968 and his contribution to the community has extended many decades.  He enjoyed farming and spending time with his family.  Mike...

Mary Frances "Penny" Mercer

Mary Frances "Penny" Mercer

Jul 6, 2023

Marion, Va.Mary Frances “Penny” Mercer strolled into her Heavenly home late Thursday evening, July 6, 2023, surrounded by family and friends, who loved her dearly. Penny was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother “nan." She loved her family and friends and enjoyed her career with Atkins Tax Service until she retired to care for her grandchildren. Penny loved the Lord,...

Emma Jean Gilley

Emma Jean Gilley

Jul 2, 2023

Galax, Va.Emma Jean Gilley age 59, passed away July 02, 2023 at her home.Emma Jean was a wonderful daughter with a kind heart. She would do anything to help those in need and loved her two cats. Her loving way will be missed. She was preceded in death by her mother, Joanne Myers; and brother, Timothy Wayne Gilley. Emma Jean...

Emmett Vynston Richardson, Jr.

Emmett Vynston Richardson, Jr.

Jun 29, 2023

Marion, Va.

Emmett Vynston Richardson Jr., affectionately known as Pops, passed away on June 29, 2023, at the age of 89 in Newton, NC.

Emmett was born on June 10, 1934. Emmett was a highly respected, small-town physician who dedicated his life to serving his community. He had a deep love and dedication to his family, and sports served...

Joanne Hubble Barton

Joanne Hubble Barton

Jun 26, 2023

Newnan, GA.

 

Joanne Hubble Barton age 89, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023, at Sacred Journey Hospice in Newnan, GA.

 

Joanne was born in Smyth County to the late Ray and Hettie Victoria Blankenbeckler Hubble. She was a resident of Sugar Grove, Virginia, for the majority of her life before moving closer to family in Newnan, GA. Joanne...

Mary Lou Olinger

Mary Lou Olinger

Jun 22, 2023



 

Marion, Va.Mary Lou Olinger age 94, widow of John H. Olinger, joined her loved ones in Heaven, Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va.Mary Lou was an exceptional and charismatic lady who was very loving and caring to all whether they had two legs or four. A true people person, she found her passion as...

Tommy Goss

Tommy Goss

Jun 22, 2023

Cedar Bluff, Va.

Tommy Goss age 73, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023.

Tommy lived in Tazewell County his entire life. He was an avid reader, reading over a thousand books in his life and watching numerous movies. He worked as a painter, brilliant wood worker, and silversmith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Betty Goss;...

Mary Ruth "Tootsie" Smith Coe

Mary Ruth "Tootsie" Smith Coe

Jun 21, 2023

Abingdon, Va.Mary Ruth “Tootsie” Smith Coe, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

 

Ruth was born in Washington County, VA and grew up in Smyth County, VA. She graduated from Marion Senior High School and began working at Greer Studio. She married Franklin E. Coe and moved to Roanoke, VA and began her career in education at Mountain View...

Roy Russell McNeil

Roy Russell McNeil

Jun 20, 2023

Marion, Va.

Roy Russell McNeil age 90, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.

Roy was born on September 27, 1932 to the late Oscar and Maude McNeil in Ashe County, North Carolina. He graduated from Marion High school in 1951, and entered active service in the Navy in 1952. After proudly serving his...

Lisa Elaine Long Rigely

Lisa Elaine Long Rigely

Jun 19, 2023

Marion, Va.

 

Lisa Elaine Long Rigely age 71, passed unexpectedly Monday, June 19, 2023.

 

Lisa was born September 24, 1951 to Amos and Lottie Long in Annville, Pa. After graduating from Union College with a Masters’ Degree in Elementary Education and Library Science, she was the Librarian at Marion Primary School for thirty-three years. Lisa was an active...

Timothy Wayne "Tim" Smith

Timothy Wayne "Tim" Smith

Jun 17, 2023

Christiansburg, Va.Timothy Wayne “Tim” Smith age 56, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023 Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.Tim will always be remembered for his beautiful smile, his sense of humor, his creativity, his talent as a guitarist and his spirit and determination to survive and live life on his own terms. With deepest love and affection, he will be...

Jake Scott

Jake Scott

Jun 15, 2023

Marion, Va.

 

Jake Scott, age, 93, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Smyth County Community Hospital.

 

Jake was a wonderful husband, brother, and friend. He graduated from Marion Senior High School in 1947 and enlisted in the Air Force serving his country for four years. Jake worked the mill all of his life and loved its...

Karen Regina Vincill

Karen Regina Vincill

Jun 13, 2023

Abingdon, Va.

 

Karen Regina Vincill age 57, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at her home.

 

She was preceded in death by her brother, Greg Dameron; and life partner, Dawne Pullon.

 

Karen is survived by her daughters, Jessica Mabe, and Julia Mabe and significant other, Sam Stipes; mother, Ellen Holmes; sister, Nika Dameron; brothers, Brad, Eric, and...

Phyllis Carolyn Russell

Phyllis Carolyn Russell

Jun 13, 2023

Marion, Va.

 

Phyllis “Carolyn” Russell age 78, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at Abingdon Health & Rehab, Abingdon, Va.

 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Roy C. Russell; parents, Charlie and Chessie Sheets; brother, Wayne Sheets; and an infant brother.

 

Carolyn is survived by her son, Greg Russell and wife, Millie;...

Doris Brannon Rosson

Doris Brannon Rosson

Jun 8, 2023

Marion, Va.

 

Doris Brannon Rosson age 90, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

 

Born in Washington County, Va. in 1933 to the late William and Mary Brannon, Doris was one of six children. She graduated high school and worked as a telephone operator for several years before opening a phone answering...

Ronald "Ron" Dee Howell

Ronald "Ron" Dee Howell

Jun 8, 2023

Marion, Va.

Ronald “Ron” Dee Howell age 73, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023 at his home. 

Ron was born in 1949, one of five children of the late Ward and Katherine Howell. He was proud Army Veteran, having served his country in the Vietnam War. If you ever went bowling in Marion, you probably met Ron working at Hurricane...