Obituaries
Jim Burkett
Jun 26, 2021
MARION, Va.
Jim Burkett, age 78, left this world a little emptier and filled heaven a lot sooner than anyone expected on June 26, 2021 at his home in Marion, Va.
Jim was larger than life, always smiling, laughing or saying something that he shouldn’t. Jim was a man who would do anything for you unless you were a sawed-off kind of...
Johnny Moore
Jun 22, 2021
MARION, Va.
Johnny Moore, age 65, passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Carrington Place of Rural Retreat.
Johnny was always smiling, cutting up or making somebody laugh. His easy going way made him a friend to just about anybody. Johnny loved his family and enjoyed cookouts, playing cornhole, traveling or taking their money over a game of pool back in the...
Charles March Kiser
Jun 14, 2021
MOUTH OF WILSON, Va.
Charles March Kiser, age 90, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021 at the Select Specialty Hospital of Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.
March was born on March 7, 1931 to the late Charlie Cleveland Kiser and Mary Young Kiser. He attended Virginia Carolina school and Emory & Henry College. March was employed as a draftsman at Sprague...
Helen G. Austin
Jun 13, 2021
MARION, Va.
Helen G. Austin, age 94, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
Helen Austin was a selfless lady. She loved her family, her community and was so thankful for the Lord's blessings in her life. Helen was in food services for the Smyth County schools and the Smyth County Hospital for over 30 years....
Helena Jewell Long
Jun 11, 2021
WYTHEVILLE, Va.
Helena Jewell Long, age 74, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021.
Jewell was a loving mom and was very proud of her children. She was an animal lover and loved spending time with her 2 dogs and chickens; she also enjoyed horses. Jewell also enjoyed working in her flowers. Her family and friends from Sugar Grove to Germany will miss...
Ricky Carter Woosley Sr.
Jun 10, 2021
Roanoke, Va.
Ricky Carter Woosley Sr., age 71, passed away Thursday June 10, 2021 at his home in Roanoke, Va.
Ricky was a loving husband, proud father and Grandpaw Woosley. He was a strong man and a 20 year veteran of the United States Navy where he served overseas on two occasions. He earned several accommodations among them was the National Defense...
Karin Petty
Jun 10, 2021
Karin Petty, age 82 passed away Thursday, June 10, 2021, at Grayson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Independence, Va.
Karin was the greatest Mother ever! She was a loving wife, Mom and Granny to the lights of her life. Karin loved to laugh as she was always happy. Her love for God kept her strong and the only love she knew was...
Claude George A. Vipperman
Jun 7, 2021
Claude G. Vipperman, age 83, passed away Monday June 7, 2021 at his home in Marion, Va.
Claude was no stranger to long days and hard work with his life on the farm working dairy, beef and tobacco. He loved his family especially the ones who called him Papaw. Claude loved the Lord and was a Christian most of his life....
Anna Lee Lowe
Jun 5, 2021
Anna Lee Lowe
August 14, 1923 – June 5, 2021
Anna Lee Lowe, age 97, passed away on June 5, 2021, at the JourneyCare Hospice at Northwest Community Hospital in Cook County, Arlington Heights, Illinois. Anna had been in the care of
Alden Health and Rehab Care in Long Grove, Illinois for the past thirteen years. She was born in Russell County, Virginia...
Mary Ann Rachuba
Jun 3, 2021
MARION, Va.
Mary Ann Rachuba, age 80, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
At the family's request, there will be no public services.
Care for the Rachuba family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
James "Wormy" Baker Wassum
Jun 3, 2021
MARION, Va.
James "Wormy" Baker Wassum, age 82, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.
James Wassum was a one and only, and the world should be thankful. You couldn't meet James and not like him after just a few minutes of conversation. He loved Jesus, his family, and most everybody else. James retired from Coffman...
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...
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