Obituaries
Reverend Bergen Frederic "Fred" Berkaw
Jun 26, 2019
MARION, Va.
The Reverend Bergen Frederic (Fred) Berkaw, Jr., died Wednesday, June 26, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born in Roanoke, Va., on October 9, 1943, to Bergen Frederic and Susanne Araminta Ellett Berkaw.
At the age of 7, he moved with his family to Charleston, S.C., when his father was called to active duty during the Korean Conflict. Fred...
Katherine Kirby
Jun 24, 2019
MARION, Va. KATHERINE KIRBY, age 87, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019 at the Runk & Pratt Retirement Village at Smith Mountain Lake, Hardy, Va. Mrs. Kirby was born and raised in Sugar Grove, Va. and grew up a part of The Sugar Grove Gang. She married her high school sweetheart, Charlie; and before he passed, they were married for...
Gerald N. Anderson
Jun 20, 2019
TROUTDALE, Va. GERALD N. ANDERSON, age 65, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2019 at his home in Troutdale, Va. The Crooked Road and our region has lost a great friend and ambassador. Gerald Anderson, musician, luthier, and wonderful human being. Gerald graduated with a degree in Anthropology from Emory & Henry, where he was the longstanding pinball champion. When he...
Lorene Robinson
Jun 18, 2019
MARION, Va.
LORENE ROBINSON, age 94, widow of Sam T. Robinson, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at her home in Marion.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Robinson Pugh; and son, Dickie Rhea Robinson.
Lorene is survived by her daughter, Dianna Brown of Marion, Va.; special sister, Betty Weis of Glade Spring, Va.; seven...
Donald Hugh Carter
Jun 17, 2019
CERES, Va.
DONALD HUGH CARTER, age 82, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019 at Virginia Veterans Care Center, Roanoke, Va.
Donald loved his family and his country, and served proudly in the U.S. Air Force during Vietnam for two tours. He loved his service and served more than 20 years. He will be missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Donald is...
Delores Buchanan
Jun 14, 2019
MARION, Va.
Delores " Miss Eagle " Buchanan age 72, passed away Friday , June 14, 2019 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion Va.
Delores was a loving wife, grandmother and friend. She loved her wrestling family and was known as "Miss Eagle". Delores enjoyed life and was ready to reenter the Pro-AM Wrestling circuit as a promoter and manager. She was...
Dale Edward Bell
Jun 3, 2019
Dale Edward Bell, age 65, of Dublin, VA, passed away Monday morning, June 3, 2019, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital, after a hard-fought battle against cancer and liver disease.
Born May 2, 1954, he was the son of Lucy Ann Vipperman Bell and the late Glen Frank Bell of Rural Retreat, VA. His daughter, Chauncey Daile Bell, preceded him in death.
Dale was...
Mary Lane Andrews
Jun 2, 2019
FRANKLIN, TN.
MARY LANE ANDREWS (A.K.A. MARY SULLIVAN), passed away June 2, 2019.
Born and reared in Franklin, Tenn., she moved to Virginia in 1969. An accomplished woman, she taught school, loved to paint, travel and had many other hobbies. Mary was an avid golfer, loved and participated in all sports.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Martha and Jess Andrews;...
Christopher Neal Hammond
May 26, 2019
MARION, Va.
Christopher Neal Hammond, age 52, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Va.
Chris was just Chris, complicated yet simple. He grew up in Marion, attended Marion Baptist Church, graduated and went into the U. S. Navy where he served on the USS Moosbrugger. Chris loved his country and his President. He was proud...
Linda Rose Martin
May 24, 2019
SALTVILLE, Va. LINDA ROSE MARTIN, age 79, passed away Friday, May 24, 2019 at her home in Saltville. Linda was a kind and loving wife, mother and nanny – a few even called Great Nanny. She was a hard worker – never complaining. Linda was a wonderful cook. Her family loved her biscuits and gravy with pancakes. She enjoyed her...
Lois Geneva Rouse Wilson Buckett
May 17, 2019
CHILHOWIE, Va.
Lois Geneva Rouse Wilson Buckett, age 87, passed away Friday, May 17, 2019.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James W. and Maggie Rouse; sisters, Lucille, Connie, and Shirley; brothers, Oscar, Johnny, and Blaine.
Lois is survived by her husband, Robert Buckett; seven children, Barbara Garrett (Kevin), Lisa Wilson (David), James Wilson, Robert Wilson, David Wilson (Debbie), Charles Wilson...
Thomas R. "Tommy" Willard
May 12, 2019
MARION, Va.
Thomas R. “Tommy” Willard, age 53, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019.
Tommy was one of a kind! From his school days he was a bright spot wherever he was. Tommy was an unbelievable musician – from the sax to the electric guitar. After graduating from Marion Senior High, Tommy went to Elon College majoring in music. He spent his...
Isaac Hugh Slagle
May 12, 2019
MARION, Va.
ISAAC HUGH SLAGLE, age 89, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019 at Carrington Place at Rural Retreat, Va.
Hugh was a long-time member of Marion First United Methodist Church, he served on numerous committees. He graduated from Marion High School in 1947. Enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1950 and was a life member of the VFW. Hugh...
Donald Ray Wyatt
May 11, 2019
CHILHOWIE, Va.
DONALD RAY WYATT age 70, went to sleep Saturday morning, May 11, 2019 and woke up in Heaven.
Before his sickness, he would light up around children and they would him. He drove a school bus and loved his precious cargo for 32 years. Donald adored his family and enjoyed life together – laughing, watching all the movies Vickie didn't...
Samuel Lewis "Sam" Louthen
May 9, 2019
SUGAR GROVE, Va.
Samuel Lewis "Sam" Louthen, age 61, passed away Thursday, May 09, 2019 at his home.
Sam was a true family man. He was a loving husband and amazing father. Sam loved being outdoors and when he wasn't working at Sam's Auto Repair, he'd be fishing or working in the garden. Sam loved working on cars and spent more than...
Ruth Duncan Albert
May 4, 2019
Marion, Va.
Ruth Duncan Albert left this world for her heavenly home on May 4 , 2019.
She was born on November 12, 1927 to the late Amanda and Carl Duncan in Washington County, Virginia. Ruth did not shy away from hard work. She worked hard on her family farm growing tobacco in order to attend business college. After completing her education...
Gemercial Stovall
May 3, 2019
MARION, Va.
GERMERCIAL "GERRY" STOVALL, age 68, passed away Friday, May 03, 2019 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Tenn.
Gerry was a great role model, loving husband, father and granddad. He coached and encouraged hundreds of kids during his time with the Marion Recreational Department. Gerry was a trusted professional during his time at Smyth County Community Hospital. He was active...
Frederick Vernon Perdue
May 2, 2019
ATKINS, Va.
FREDERICK VERNON PERDUE, age 77, passed away, Thursday, May 02, 2019 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.
Mr. Perdue was born October 01, 1941 in Roanoke, Va. to the late Alvis V. Perdue and Francis A. Dearing. After graduating from Jefferson Senior High School, Mr. Perdue enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served as a technician...
David Charles "Dave" Stratton
May 2, 2019
CHILHOWIE, Va.
DAVID "DAVE" CHARLES STRATTON, age 79, died Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, Va.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stratton; and brother, Dana Stratton.
Dave is survived by his wife Clara R. (Lowe) Stratton of Chilhowie, Va.; daughters, Vicki Stratton of River Falls, Wis., Roxy O'Regan and husband, Edward of...
Elizabeth Christine Cook
May 2, 2019
MARION, Va.
Elizabeth Christine Cook, age 57, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2019 at her home.
Christine was a good sister, mother, grandmother and friend. When she wasn't working at Walmart, she loved to be working in her flowers and canning. Christine was a country girl who enjoyed being outside – fishing and more than anything, loving her family. Chris will be...
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