Obituaries
Hazel Severt Rowland
Jun 3, 2021
MARION, Va.
HAZEL SEVERT ROWLAND, age 99, formerly of Bluff City, Tennessee, died Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Abingdon Health & Rehab Center, Abingdon, Va.
Hazel was born January 21, 1922, to the late Avery Hampton, Sr. and Bernice McGlamery Severt of Marion, Va.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William B. “Bill” Rowland; and twelve...
Dale Ringley
Jun 1, 2021
SUGAR GROVE, Va.
Dale Ringley, age 67, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.
Dale was one of a kind, but pretty simple – he loved his family – especially the ones who called him Paw. Dale's priorities were family, food – he'd eat about anything but eggs – Pittsburgh Steelers, Rural Retreat, and Virginia Tech...
Henrietta Phillips Mayo
May 31, 2021
MARION, Va.
Henrietta Phillips Mayo, age 72, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021 at Smyth County Community Hospital.
At the family's request, there will be no public services.
Care for Henrietta's family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Rosella "Rosie" Propst
May 26, 2021
MARION, Va.
Rosella “Rosie” Propst, age 62, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021.
Rosie was full of life – she lit up a room when she walked in. She lived her life like she wanted, no one’s approval was needed. You never had to guess how Rosie felt about something or someone, she always told it like it was. She loved antiques...
Betty Ann Slemp
May 22, 2021
MARION, Va.
With great sadness, the family of Betty Ann Slemp announces her passing on Saturday, May 22 at Johnston Memorial Hospital due to complications related to Covid. She left the world peacefully surrounded by her children and family. Descended from a long line of matriarchs, Betty Ann was known for her independence and forthrightness, but not at the expense of...
Chris Lindsey
May 22, 2021
MARION, Va.
Chris Lindsey age 38, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021 at his home.
Chris was a friend to many and loved being outdoors. After his graduation from Virginia Tech, he was a field engineer on deep water oil platforms, and an HVAC Technician for Custom Air Heating & Cooling. Chris was a brilliant guy who was the happiest with a...
Richard Berry
May 17, 2021
CHILHOWIE, Va.
Richard Berry, age 70, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021 at his home.
Richard was a kind man who knew just about everyone. He was funny and most always had a smile. Richard was a loving father and papaw. His gentle way and wonderful sense of humor will be missed by many.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin...
Kenneth "Kenny" Harris
May 16, 2021
Marion, Va.
Kenneth “Kenny” Harris, age 59, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2021 at Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport, Tenn.
Kenny was a proud man who loved his family – especially the two who called him paw paw. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. If he wasn’t fishing or hunting, he was a passionate truck driver and...
Eldridge Brian Wall
May 15, 2021
MARION, Va.
Eldridge Brian Wall, age 52, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 at his residence in Marion, Va.
Brian was a man of God and a member of Cedar Bluff Baptist Church, who loved his family, friends and country. He was an Eagle Scout, member of the Order of the Arrow and a proud Veteran of the United States Air...
Daniel K. Read Jr.
May 14, 2021
BRISTOL, Va.
Daniel K. Read, Jr. passed away peacefully after a long illness on Friday, May 14, 2021 at the age of 86.
Dan graduated from Williams College and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, before going into the United States Air Force to serve as a pilot flying various types of jets. He married Barbara Sass in 1959 and had four sons....
Carolyn A. Norman
May 14, 2021
MARION, Va.
Carolyn A. Norman, age 69, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.
Carolyn was an amazing wife, mom, grandma and friend. She gained her angel wings and went to be with Jesus and all her loving family in Heaven. Carolyn was just the sweetest lady who loved summer, sunshine, and being outdoors. She enjoyed...
Roy Ralph Morris
May 11, 2021
MARION, Va.
Roy Morris, age 78, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.
At Roy's request, there will be no services.
Care for Roy’s family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Kyle William "Bill" Callan
May 6, 2021
MARION, Va.
Kyle William “Bill” Callan, age 94, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021.
Mr. Callan was a veteran of World War II and served in the 1st Marine Division of the United States Marine Corps (First Tank Battalion, Pacific and China Theater). He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) post # 4667 of Marion, Va., past Commander...
Ella Mae Winebarger
May 2, 2021
MARION, Va.
ELLA MAE WINEBARGER, age 93, widow of Randolph Winebarger, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Lucy Corr Continuing Care Community, Chesterfield, Va.
Mrs. Winebarger was a loving wife, mother, and excellent homemaker. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by two brothers, Ernest Burkett and Charles E. Burkett; four sisters, Helen Louise Burkett, Annie Sheets, Lucille...
Dorothy Ann Combs
May 2, 2021
MARION, Va.
Dorothy Ann Combs, age 89, passed away at her home, Sunday, May 2, 2021 surrounded by her family.
Per Mrs. Combs wishes, all services are private.
Care for the Dorothy Ann Combs family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Temple Pauline Branch Taylor
May 1, 2021
DILLWYN, Va.
Temple Pauline Branch Taylor age 75, of Dillwyn passed away May 1, 2021.
She was born May 23, 1945 in Buckingham County, the only daughter of the late Thomas Oakley and Mary Pauline Branch. She was a retired employee of Buckingham County. Tempie never met a stranger and enjoyed conversations with everyone she met throughout her day. She was an...
Denise Lynn Martin Repass
Apr 30, 2021
ABINGDON, Va.
Denise Lynn Martin Repass, age 56, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 at Ballad Hospice House, Bristol, Tenn. surrounded by family and friends.
Denise was a Respiratory Therapist for 33 years and had worked as a Liaison for Encompass Health for the last 5 years. She and her husband Michael had been a couple for 25 years, and loved to...
Sarah Elizabeth Hammacker Johnson
Apr 30, 2021
TAZEWELL, Va.
Sarah Elizabeth Hammacker Johnson, age 37, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 at her home in Tazewell, Va.
Sarah was our beloved daughter, mother and wife. She was the light of our life.
Sarah was preceded in death by her grandfather, Levy James Craig; aunts, Sandra Sternberg and Roberta Hammacker; and cousin, Erica Whitt.
Sarah is survived by her father, Vaughn Hammacker;...
Carolyn Calhoun Jones
Apr 27, 2021
MARION, Va.
Carolyn Calhoun Jones, age 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at English Meadows Senior Living, Abingdon, Va.
Carolyn was born in Marion, Va. to the late Quincy Albert and Kathleen Gwyn Calhoun. She attended college at Farmville State Teachers College for the first two years, and then transferred to Richmond Professional Institute (now known as VCU) where...
Thomas L. "Tommy" Fulcher
Apr 25, 2021
MARION, Va.
Thomas L. “Tommy” Fulcher, age 85, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va.
Tommy Fulcher enjoyed fast cars and beagles. He drove the Howard Parks 01 car for years successfully at Wythe Raceway, and he loved hunting rabbits with his dogs. When Tommy wasn’t racing or at a shooting match, he enjoyed family – he...