Obituaries
William "Dump" Greek Hanshew, Jr.
Nov 27, 2024
Atkins, Virginia
William “Dump” Greek Hanshew, Jr. age 80, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer.
He was born on February 18, 1944 to the late William G. and Inez Hanshew.
Dump is survived by his wife Linda Hall Hanshew of Atkins, Va.; two sons, Travis Hanshew and wife, Sherri of Bristol, Tenn., Jeffrey Hanshew and wife, Jessica...
Larry Gene Fitzpatrick
Nov 27, 2024
Marion, Va.
Larry Gene Fitzpatrick age 91, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at English Meadows, Manassas, Va.
Larry had his priorities in order from the beginning -he loved the Lord and was a warm welcome for so many as Sunday School Superintendent for First United Methodist Church for many years; he loved his family and his country. He was a proud...
Karen McWhorter Morgan Northup
Nov 16, 2024
Abingdon, Virginia
Karen McWhorter Morgan Northup died Saturday, November 16, 2024.
She is survived by her husband, the love of her life, Ted Northup; siblings: Shawn and Sherry Morgan; Shawn’s wife Jeanie; her nephews Josh Morgan, his wife Amanda; Justin Morgan, his wife Jessie and their children Claire and Nick whom she loved dearly; and many other relatives and friends.
As per her...
Edgar R. Gauvin
Nov 15, 2024
Bland, Virginia
Edgar R. Gauvin age 74, passed away Friday, November 15, 2024 in Lewisburg, West Virginia.
In keeping with Edgar’s wishes, services will be private.
To share memories of Edgar R. Gauvin, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Edgar has been entrusted to Fraziers’ Seaver-Brown Funeral Service, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Wanda L. Hess
Nov 13, 2024
Sugar Grove, Virginia
Wanda L. Hess age 75 passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert & Georgia Lampkins; brother, Robert Lampkins (Angela); sisters, Teresa Cannon & Rosa Johnson.
Wanda is survived by her husband of 50 years, Leslie Hess, Sr. of Sugar Grove, Va.; daughter, Stacy Hess of...
Arda Felice York McCready
Nov 11, 2024
Martinsville, Va.
Arda Felice York McCready age 89, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024 and is now tending the Heavenly flower gardens.
Felice was born and raised in Saltville, Virginia. She was a graduate of R.B. Worthy High School, attended Emory & Henry College and graduated from the Johnston Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. After her career in nursing, she...
Dr. Timothy Wayne Graham
Oct 31, 2024
Glade Spring, Virginia
Dr. Timothy Wayne Graham age 70 of Glade Spring, Virginia was born July 29, 1954 in Middletown, Ohio & passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024 in Abingdon, Virginia.
He was a graduate of Lemon-Monroe High School in Monroe, Ohio in 1972, Asbury (College) University, Wilmore, Kentucky (BA) in 1976, Dayton Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio in 1979 (M.Div), and...
Richard A. "Rick" Money
Oct 21, 2024
Chilhowie, Virginia / Cedar Bluff, Virginia
Richard A. “Rick” Money age 77, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 at Commonwealth Senior Living, Cedar Bluff, Va.
Rick was a light in this world and shined brightest during his 40 years as an attorney in Smyth County, Va. His gentle and caring way will be missed.
He was reunited with his wife, Marla S....
D. Aurelie Henry
Oct 20, 2024
Deep in gratitude for a life well lived for 90 years, we announce the passing of D. Aurelie Henry. Aurelie spent her final days surrounded by her family, expressing her unwavering love and pride in each one of them. She shared precious memories and words of wisdom and found great joy in listening to Vera Lynn’s “We’ll Meet Again.”
Born to...
June "Billie" Kirk Teel
Oct 18, 2024
June “Billie” Kirk Teel, age 85, entered her heavenly home October 18, 2024 at Mountain Laurel Nursing Home, Rural Retreat, Va.
June loved to sing and especially in the choir at Valley View Baptist Church where she was a member and also enjoyed being in the church Christmas plays.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Louie Lee Teel, her parents,...
Wilma Shumate
Oct 9, 2024
Abingdon, Virginia
Wilma Shumate age 83 passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Shumate; son, Ben Shumate; parents, Hurt & Madge Parsons; and daughters – in – law, Cindy Shumate and Heather Shumate.
Wilma is survived by three sons, Jessie Shumate (Carol), Jeff Shumate, all of Memphis, Tenn. and...
Nana L. Williams Musser
Oct 8, 2024
Marion, Virginia
Nana L. Williams Musser age 92, passed away Tuesday, October 08, 2024 at Mountain Laurel Rehab & Nursing, Rural Retreat, Va.
Nana was truly an amazing woman and was always the smartest around. She worked at Harwood for 46 years and taught nearly everyone till they closed the doors. She then was a trainer at Mr. Casual for 10 years,...
Peggy Novell Hayes Russell
Oct 7, 2024
“The good times in my life far outweigh the sad times and I look to the Lord for my strength and happiness, my smile is very real.” ~Peggy~
Marion, Virginia
Peggy Novell Hayes Russell age 93, passed away Monday, October 7, 2024 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
Peggy was born December 07, 1930 and was the youngest daughter of four....
Louise Dolinger Burke
Oct 7, 2024
Marion, Virginia / Clearwater, Florida
Louise Dolinger Burke age 96, passed away Monday, October 7,2024 at Emerald Gardens in Clearwater, Fla.
Louise graduated from Radford College and spent a year teaching high school in Bristol prior to marrying Roy and raising her children. She was a past member of First Methodist Church and a longtime member of Ebenezer Lutheran Church in Marion,...
Barbara Anna "Jenny" Steele
Oct 6, 2024
Marion, Virginia
Barbara Anna “Jenny” Steele age 78, was a loving mother who passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
Born January 1, 1946 to late Gregory Beale Sr. and Anna B. Steele, she was known all of her life by the name of “Jenny” which was given to her at birth by her Uncle George...
William Fred "Hosse" Clark
Oct 5, 2024
Atkins, Va.William Fred "Hossee" Clark, 85, of Atkins, VA., had his health completely restored when he was taken to his Heavenly Home on October 5, 2024.
He was born on September 30, 1939, son of the late John Stoil and Nonnie Blanch Hash Clark. In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Clark and his...
Elizabeth Marie Greer
Oct 2, 2024
I thought of you today, but that was nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and the days before that too. I think of you in silence and often speak your name. All I have are memories and your pictures in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake, from which I’ll never part. God has you in His arms, I...
Shiela Ward
Sep 26, 2024
Marion, Virginia
Shiela M. Pass Cox Ward age 54, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024 at her home.
A full obituary will be available soon.
She was preceded in death by her father, Marcus Wayne Pass & mother, Frances Phillips.
Shiela is survived by her sons, Christopher Reginald Jamal Cox & Terance Cox , both of Marion, Va.; sister, Lila Day of Georgia; nieces...
Jerry Snyder
Sep 25, 2024
Crockett, Virginia
Jerry Snyder age 81 passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Lewis Gale Medical Center, Salem, Va.
Jerry Snyder was a man who believed in serving others. He did this as a U.S. Army Veteran who served 6 years for his country and serving Wythe & Buchanan Counties as Director of Social Services. He was a graduate of Concord University...
John Douglas Martin
Sep 22, 2024
Chilhowie, Virginia
John Douglas Martin age 66, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
If you knew Doug, you knew a man who liked to crack jokes, be funny and make people smile. He worked in construction most of his life, until he joined the TRW workforce. Doug liked playing poker (but not losing) and fishing...