Obituaries

Nov 29, 2021

CHILHOWIE, Va.

John “Frankie” Turley, age 69, passed away Monday, November 29, 2021 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Frankie was a simple guy who loved his family and would do just about anything for anybody. Frankie would give you anything he had; and that included a hard time. If he had something on his mind – then there was no...

Nov 28, 2021

Marion, Va.

Lois Sage Robinson, age 95, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Lois was a selfless and soft-spoken lady, “what you saw is what you got.” She was extremely family oriented and though she had no children of her own, Lois was a parent to all. Her greatest true passion in life was...

Nov 27, 2021

BRISTOL, Va.

Mary “Chunk” Anderson Dixon, age 76, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 in Bristol, Va.

Chunk loved her family fiercely. She was crazy about her children and grandchildren. Chunk loved the Lord, family, and BINGO. She enjoyed caring for people when she was nursing. Her laugh, personality, love and friendship will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She...

Nov 26, 2021

Atkins, Va.

David Lee Hall age 58, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at his home.

David was a family man that loved his family with all his heart. He loved fishing, hunting and Nascar. David loved to ride horses and spend time with his friends. There was no dirt road that he didn’t know or love to ride.

He was preceded in...

Nov 24, 2021

Nov 23, 2021

CHILHOWIE, Va.

David Michael Bates, age 48, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at his home, after a long and courageous battle with his health.

He is now at peace with his Lord Jesus with no more worries or pain. David loved the Lord and his family and friends. He was always there for someone in need and could always be counted...

Nov 23, 2021

MARION, Va.

Benjamin F. Elkins, age 81, passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday, November 23, 2021.

A former Marion Senior High School student performed in the International Dues Band Reunion, celebrating Berklee College of Music’s 50th anniversary. The band was composed of Berklee College graduates coming from around the globe. The concert was one of Berklee’s largest and most talent-laden alumni reunions...

Nov 20, 2021

MARION, Va.

 

Lewis Emory Pugh, age 85 passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 in Denver, Colo. 

 

Lewis was born on October 19, 1936 in Smyth County, Va. to Scott W. Pugh and Anna Virginia (Nelson) Pugh. He received a Master’s in Geology at the University of Tennessee and was a member of the Geologic Society of...

Nov 17, 2021

MARION, Va.

Michael Steven “Mike” Rymer, age 66, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.

Mike was a caring man who had a wonderful heart and a love for God and other people. He loved his cats and enjoyed their company. Mike could talk about most all college and professional sports. He lived a simple life...

Nov 14, 2021

ATKINS, Va.

Rhonda Kaye Barker, age 59, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021 at her home.

Rhonda enjoyed life on her own terms and was happiest at home with her cats. Her dad would always say – If Rhonda had a horse, she'd want it to live in the house. She will be missed by friends who would see her at the...

Nov 13, 2021

HUBERT, N.C.

Edward Jefferson Hoge, 85, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Premier Nursing Home in Jacksonville.  He was born March 2, 1936 in Richmond, VA a son to the late, Francis Moss and Martha Courtney Hoge.

Jeff loved to golf and to spend time with his family and friends.  He faithfully served his country in the US Army and then...

Nov 12, 2021

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. / SUGAR GROVE, Va.

Iris Calhoun Hermsmeier, age 95, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at The Blake at Charlottesville Assisted Living Facility.

She was born July 13, 1926 to the late Ted and Katie Calhoun of Sugar Grove, Va. Iris graduated from Sugar Grove High School and went to work in a Washington D.C. post office and then as...

Nov 9, 2021

MARION, Va.

Maureen Ruth Armstrong, age 77, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021.

She was born in Brooklyn, NY, the only daughter of John and Katherine Pisarczyk. She was previously married to the late John Raymond Armstrong. Ruth spent over 30 years of her life in Marion, VA and always served others in and around her community. She was considered a mother...

Nov 8, 2021

MARION, Va.

Almeda Stidham Mills, age 87, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.

Almeda was a wonderful daughter and caretaker of her mother for many years. She also worked as medical secretary and for District Three – Meals on Wheels program. Most importantly, Almeda was faithful to God. She had a personal relationship with her Lord...

Nov 7, 2021

Atkins, Va.

Ralph “Pichuli” Placencia Jr. , age 87, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021 at his home surrounded by loved ones.

Ralph, or better known to many as “Pichuli” was an extraordinary man. He was a loving husband, dad, grandpa, and friend. Ralph was loved by everyone and loved to be driving on the road. Mr. Placencia loved his country and...

Nov 7, 2021

Saltville Va.

Judith “Judy” Samuels Coulthard, age 81, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021 at her home surrounded by family. 

Judith was a loving wife to Jim for 61 years, nurturing mom, nana, and friend to everybody. She was a graduate of Big Creek High School where she played trombone with the band and graduated from Little French Beauty Academy. For 45...

Nov 6, 2021

MARION, Va.

Elizabeth “Betty” Bane Tate, age 93, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021.

Betty graduated from Marion Senior High School in 1944 and Mary Washington College in 1947. She was a 5th generation member of Ebenezer Lutheran Church and a charter member of the Royal Oak Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She enjoyed reading,...

Nov 5, 2021

NEW BRITAIN, Conn. / MARION, Va.

Sophia M. Hoskins, age 88, passed away Friday, November 5, 2021 at her home.

All survivors and arrangements are private.

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

Nov 4, 2021

MARION, Va.

Janet Farrow Grissett, age 58, entered into eternal rest Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.

Janet was an Elder in the United Methodist church and was the pastor of Grace and Greenwood United Methodist Churches in Marion. In addition to her love of ministry, Janet loved animals, always sharing her home with rescued dogs. Janet...

Nov 3, 2021

MARION, Va.

Wavie Virginia Morris Colley, age 88, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Wavie was a loving wife to Fred for 65 years. She loved her home and working in her flowers. Wavie loved her family and friends and will be missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Emerson Colley; parents, Ralph...