Obituaries

Edward Dean  Davis

Edward Dean Davis

Oct 11, 2021

MARION, Va.

Edward Dean Davis, age 73 of Marion, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021, surrounded by family.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Irene Davis; father, Edward Earl Davis; brothers Corbin Shuler and Burley Davis; special nieces Kay, Michelle, and Jane.

Mr. Davis is survived by his wife, Gaynelle Davis; his children, Rebecca Richardson and husband, Tim, Dean Allen...

Barbara "Granny"  Gentry

Barbara "Granny" Gentry

Oct 8, 2021

CHILHOWIE, Va.

Barbara "Granny" Gentry, age 73, passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at Johnson City Medical Center, Johnson City, Tenn. After fearlessly defeating multiple cancers, she ultimately succumbed to complications related to heart failure.

Barbara was born July 8, 1948 to the late Arthur and Lucy Sommers. She lived life fully, generously, and with great humor and wit.

In addition to her...

Shirley Wyatt  Bowman

Shirley Wyatt Bowman

Oct 5, 2021

MARION, Va.

Shirley Wyatt Bowman age 83, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at her home.

Shirley loved her family and spending as much time with them as possible. She was crazy about her kids and especially those who called her grandmother. Shirley loved to be outside and when she worked with District 3, she took such joy in delivering meals to...

Helen F.  Mays

Helen F. Mays

Oct 5, 2021

SEVEN MILE FORD, Va.

HELEN F. MAYS, age 97, widow of the Reverend Sidney F. Mays, Jr., went to be with the Lord Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at Francis Marion Manor.

Mrs. Helen Mays was as close to a hug from Jesus on earth that you could find. She was a loving wife and partner in ministry to her husband of 58...

Lorraine Elizabeth Gibson

Lorraine Elizabeth Gibson

Oct 4, 2021

RURAL RETREAT, Va.

Lorraine Elizabeth Gibson age 74, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021.

Lorraine was a loving mother and friend. Her loud, proud, and independent way will be so missed by her family. But what a joy to know she is with Jesus today!

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Clement Gibson; parents, Johnny and Maudie Fields; and many...

Billy  Bear

Billy Bear

Oct 4, 2021

RURAL RETREAT, Va.

Billy Bear age 71, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.

Billy Bear always had a helping hand complete with a smile whenever he ran into a friend, for Billy never knew a stranger. He was devoted to the Lord and his family. Billy was a loving husband, dad, and papaw. There aren’t...

Avis  Bell

Avis Bell

Oct 2, 2021

Abingdon, Va.

Avis Bell, age 73, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 at her home.

At the family's request, there will be no published obituary.

Care for the Bell family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.

John Robert Osborne, Sr.

John Robert Osborne, Sr.

Oct 2, 2021

MARION, Va.

 John Robert Osborne Sr., age 81, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 at his home in Marion, Va.

John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Margaret Marie Smith Osborne; sons, John Osborne, Jr. and wife, Tabitha of  Franklinton N.C., Wesley Osborne of Aiken, S.C.; Joe Osborne and wife, Carrie of Marion, Va., Anson Osborne and wife, Verena...

Helen  Ramey

Helen Ramey

Sep 29, 2021

ATKINS, Va.

Helen Ramey, age 66, passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at her home.

She was a loving wife to Tony for nearly 50 years, and a proud mom and mamaw. Helen enjoyed her coffee and instructing her family how to plant the flowers. When the plants died, she could blame them. Helen was a hard worker, and she will be...

Betty Louise  Shupe Hensley

Betty Louise Shupe Hensley

Sep 28, 2021

CERES / ATKINS, Va.

Betty Louise Shupe Hensley, age 77, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.

Miss Betty was everybody’s granny. She loved her family and friends with all her heart. Betty enjoyed making people smile. She loved her Lord and enjoyed worshipping with everyone at her church, Freedom Tabernacle. There were many things she...

James Randolph Williams, Sr.

James Randolph Williams, Sr.

Sep 26, 2021

HILLSVILLE, Va.

James Randolph Williams, Sr., age 78, passed away Sunday, September 26, 2021 at Twin Count Regional Hospital, Galax, Va.

Care for the Williams family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.

Marla S.  Money

Marla S. Money

Sep 23, 2021

CHILHOWIE, Va.

Marla S. Money, age 69, passed away peacefully at her home Thursday, September 23, 2021.

Marla was loved by her husband, Rick Money, her family and friends, and will be celebrated with a private family service in the place she loved.

To share memories of Marla S. Money please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Marla's family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral...

Doctor Raul  Montero

Doctor Raul Montero

Sep 19, 2021

MARION, Va.

Doctor Raul Montero, age 90, of Marion, Va., passed away peacefully after months of battling cancer, Parkinson's, dementia and other health issues in Grayson Rehab in Independence, Va. on Sunday, September 19, 2021.

Raul Montero loved life. He loved golfing, tennis, shopping, family and medicine. His was a life well lived. Raul began medical school in Mexico City and graduated...

Peter Thomas Talmage

Peter Thomas Talmage

Sep 17, 2021

Marion, Va.

 Peter Thomas Talmage, age 38, passed away Friday, September 17, 2021 at Smyth County Community.

Peter was a loving husband to Tiffany and dad to Lillith. He enjoyed life at his own speed and was a friend to everyone. Peter enjoyed riding his scooter, playing video games and messing with computers. He will certainly be missed by all who knew...

James Samuel "Jim" Corvin

James Samuel "Jim" Corvin

Sep 16, 2021

MARION, Va. / PENSACOLA, Fla.

James Samuel “Jim” Corvin, age 70, passed away at his home in Pensacola, Fla., Thursday, September 16, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was born April 19, 1951 in Marion, Va. to the late Bowman Atkins Corvin and Della Lyons Corvin. He was a graduate of Marion Senior High School and served in the U.S. Air...

Jacob A.  Hubbard

Jacob A. Hubbard

Sep 13, 2021

SUGAR GROVE, Va.

Jacob A. Hubbard, 26, a lifelong resident of North Ridgeville Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at University Hospitals of Cleveland on Monday, September 13, 2021.

He was born March 29, 1995 in Frederick, Md. He was very passionate about cooking and enjoyed music, teaching himself the guitar and drums. Jacob was a caring and lighthearted jokester.

He was preceded in death...

Eustice Wade Thompson

Eustice Wade Thompson

Sep 9, 2021

Ceres, Va.

Eustice Wade Thompson, age 79, passed away Thursday, September 9, 2021, at Carrington Place of Rural Retreat.

Wade left a legacy of music behind for generations to hear and love. He was a wonderful musician – especially with the banjo. If you were in a bad mood, Wade would have you laughing and smiling in no time. His music and...

Bruno Albert Antonucci

Bruno Albert Antonucci

Sep 8, 2021

SUGAR GROVE, Va.

Bruno Albert Antonucci, age 82, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va. after a sudden illness.

He was born March 23, 1939 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern NY to the late Luciano and Mary Antonucci. He was a skilled mason and a retiree from the Ford Motor Company. Bruno was a proud man, and...

Teddy Sawyer Sweat

Teddy Sawyer Sweat

Sep 6, 2021

MARION, Va.

Teddy Sawyer Sweat, age 70, passed away Monday, September 6, 2021 at his home.

If you needed a car – wanted to sell a car – talk about a car, Teddy was your man. Teddy's world was prioritized by God, family, and cars. Teddy was a loving husband to Judy for 43 years, dad to Heather and friend to all;...

Laura Faye McCracken Richardson

Laura Faye McCracken Richardson

Sep 3, 2021

GLADE SPRING, Va.

Laura Faye McCracken Richardson, age 74, passed away Friday, September 3, 2021 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.

Laura was a lovely lady who loved her family. She was a loving mother, nana, sister and friend. Laura loved making things beautiful by decorating her home inside and outside. She loved her flowers and garden. Laura was loved by all...