Obituaries

Dec 26, 2020

Dec 25, 2020

Glade Spring, Va.

Steven Eugene Rollins, age 71, passed away Friday, December 25, 2020 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

He was born in Greenville, S.C. in 1949 to the late Harold and Martha Rollins. Steve was a dedicated warehouse employee of Green Co. Beverage in South Carolina for several years.

Steve is survived by his wife of 33 years, Jan Rollins;...

Dec 22, 2020

WYTHEVILLE, Va.

Delores J. Saum, age 74, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Carrington Place of Wytheville.

At her request, there will be no services.

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

Dec 20, 2020

MARION, Va.

Charles G. Evans, age 85, passed away, reuniting with family and friends and meeting Jesus on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va.

Charles was born in 1935 to the late Gaylord and Nannie Evans. He was a Deacon at Grove Baptist Church and retired as an inspector from Brunswick after 44 years of dedicated employment. He...

Dec 18, 2020

MARION, Va.

ELEANOR LESTER BURKETT, age 93, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va..

She was a loving wife, daughter, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Eleanor graduated from Rich Valley High School in 1944 and came to Marion at age 16 to begin her work opportunities. She was employed by the Office of Price Administration better known as...

Dec 18, 2020

MARION, Va.

Paul Ayiba Yapo, age 59, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.

Paul was born in 1960 in the Ivory Coast of West Africa to the late Matias and Chia Yapo. He was a self-employed taxi cab driver for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anneli...

Dec 17, 2020

MARION, Va.

Harlan Stuart Pafford, age 92, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va.

Harlan Pafford’s life added up to a well lived journey. He graduated from Emory & Henry where he was class president, and played football. Mr. Pafford worked with the Smyth County School system for 49 years. During that time, he taught math, science,...

Dec 15, 2020

MARION, Va.

Ruth Overbay Pugh, age 101, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.

Ruth entered this world during the Spanish Flu pandemic, and has left it during our current pandemic. She was a loving daughter, wife, and mother and a long term employee of Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute. Ruth spent the last years of...

Dec 14, 2020

MARION, Va.

Robert E. Rhea, age 79, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va.

Robert was a loving husband, dad and “Papaw Money” to all of his grandchildren. He was a collector of junk and if he wasn’t chewing his food – he was chewing tobacco. Always happy and good to people, Robert Rhea was one of...

Dec 14, 2020

MARION, Va.

Jerry R. Elswick, age 73, went to be with the Lord, Monday , December 14, 2020 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.

2nd Timothy 4:7 – I have fought the good fight, I have finished my race because I kept the faith.

Jerry leaves behind many to cherish his memory.

Due to COVID-19 Guidelines and at Jerry’s request, he will be...

Dec 14, 2020

MARION, Va.

Geraldine C. Scott, age 88, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 at Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport, Tenn.

Mrs. Scott was born in 1932 in Knoxville, Tenn. She worked for many years as a cook at the local hospital until illness led her to an early retirement. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and several siblings.

Mrs....

Dec 14, 2020

SALTVILLE, Va.

Jeffrey W. “Jeff” Harris, age 67, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.

Jeff was a wonderful storyteller who loved to talk about his growing up days; especially deer, bear, coon and rabbit hunting tales. He was a loving dad and papaw who will be missed by all his family and friends.

He was preceded in...

Dec 14, 2020

MARION, Va.

Martha Poston Evans, age 80, received her angel wings and was reunited with family and friends, and met Jesus Monday, December 14, 2020 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.

Martha was born in Marion, Va. in 1940 to the late John and Mary Poston. She was a life-long member of Grove Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School and...

Dec 12, 2020

BRISTOL Va.

Howard Allison Johnson, Sr., age, 73 passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Bristol Regional Medical Center.

Howard  was born in High Point, N.C. and was a graduate of Marion Senior High School. He served his country in the Army and the Army Reserve for 28 years where he was an E7 Sergeant First Class. He retired from UPS after...

Dec 9, 2020

PULASKI, Va.

Eva Reynolds Wheeler, age 76, passed away Wednesday, December 09, 2020 at her home.

There will be no public services.

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

Dec 9, 2020

ABINGDON, Va.

Charles “Sonny” Grogan, age 85 passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020.

He was a longtime active member of the Abingdon Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nettie Grogan; and mother, Dot McCracken.

Sonny is survived by his daughters, Teresa and Lisa; son-in-law, Jesse Owens; grandchildren, Joe, Lauren and Cody; and special friend, Leona Willis.

His wishes were to...

Dec 8, 2020

WYTHEVILLE, Va.

Kishea Yvett Grubb, age 48, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Wythe County Community Hospital, Wytheville, Va.

Survivors and services will be kept private.

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

Dec 6, 2020

CASTLEWOOD, Va.

Roy Lee Bailey, age 83, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Maple Grove Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center – Lebanon, Va.

Roy was a loving husband, daddy and paw to some of his most favorite people. He was a hard worker after retiring from the U.S. Army with 23 years of service. He worked construction, machine shops, mowing, and...

Dec 3, 2020

CHILHOWIE, Va.

Louis W. Goodbrod, Jr. age 82, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2020.

Lou was a loving husband, dad, poppy, friend and animal lover. He made sure his children were able to be self sufficient and taught them much through their lives. Lou enjoyed staying busy with his hobbies – trains, pen and ink drawing as well as woodworking. Lou will...

Dec 2, 2020

MARION, Va.

James A. Mabe, age 90, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at his home.

James was ready to go – He was saved and loved the Lord, his family and his country. He proudly served in the Navy and Army in Korea and Vietnam. He made many friends during his 20+ years at Merillat, where he never missed a day...