Obituaries
Ernest William Waskey
Mar 5, 2019
MARION, Va.
ERNEST WILLIAM “BILLY” QUINTON WASKEY, age 49, died Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at his home in Marion, Va.
He was born on June 11, 1969 in Prince George County Md. to Mary M. Waskey and the late Robert Lee Waskey, Sr.
Billy loved to laugh and make others laugh. He always thought of others and encouraged them to enjoy a little...
Wanda Sue Boyd
Mar 1, 2019
MARION, Va.
WANDA SUE BOYD, age 70, passed away Friday, March 1, 2019 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
She is survived by three daughters, Donna Elizabeth Spach, Tammie Gilley both of Marion, Va. and Tonya Boyd of Roanoke, Va.; two sons, Darrell Boyd of Meadowview, Va. and Billy Ruona of Winston-Salem, N.C.; two sisters, Billie Jean Crewey of Nicholasville, Ky. and...
Anna "Butchie" Barger Crabtree
Feb 26, 2019
MARION, Va.
"I am whole again and with the Lord."
Anna "Butchie" Barger Crabtree, age 80, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Valley Health Care Center, Chilhowie, Va.
Having fought many health obstacles during her years, she died with dignity and grace, always strong willed and with conviction to never give up. She vowed to fight till she could not fight any...
Howard O. Sullins
Feb 21, 2019
Chester, Va.
Howard O. Sullins, age 91, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2019 at his home.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
To share memories of Howard O. Sullins, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Howard’s family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.
Pamela Dawn Howard
Feb 20, 2019
Marion, Va.
Pamela Dawn Howard, age 46, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at Carrington Place of Botetourt, Daleville, Va.
Pam was the best mom, granny and friend to the people she loved and cared for. She always looked for the best in everybody. Life was hard and gave her lemons, but every time, Pam made lemonade.
She was preceded in death by...
Joseph Allen Pennington
Feb 11, 2019
Marion, Virginia
Joseph Allen Pennington, infant son of Jamie Crouse of Marion, Va. and Keith Pennington of Atkins, Va., passed away Monday, February 11, 2019 at the Niswongers Birthing Center, Johnson City, Tenn.
He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, William “Bill” Teaster, and Edward and Nina Huffman.
Joseph is survived by his grandparents, Debra L. Totton of Marion, Donetta Pennington and...
James "Jim" Cox
Feb 6, 2019
Wytheville, Va.
James "Jim" Cox, Jr., age 58, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
If you were looking for a story – that would take forever to tell – Jim Cox was your man. He loved to pick on his friends, camp, fish, make people laugh or just give his opinion about whatever the topic was....
James L. "Rainbow" Raney, III
Feb 5, 2019
Marion, Va.
James L. “Rainbow” Raney, III, age 65, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at his home in Marion.
Rainbow never met a stranger and was always willing to help anyone in need. He loved his family, friends, and especially his cats. James loved to fish, rabbit hunt, go camping, and hang out with friends. His gentle and easy way will...
Robert E. (Robbie) Smith
Feb 4, 2019
Saltville, Va.
Robert E. (Robbie) Smith, age 76, passed away Monday, February 4, 2019.
Robbie served in the U.S. Airforce and retired after 35 years of service with the U.S. Government.
He is preceded in death by his parents Calvin and Rachel Smith.
Robbie is survived by his wife, Susan; daughters, Shari Thomas and husband, Mike of McDonough, Ga., Misty Marbut and husband, David...
Fred James Pipes, Jr.
Feb 3, 2019
Saltville, Va.
Fred James Pipes, Jr., age 63, died Sunday, February 3, 2019 in Chilhowie, Va.
Fred was born November 18, 1955 to the late Fred James Pipes Sr. and Cora Mae Pipes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Kathi G. Pipes.
He is survived by one daughter, Cheri Desiree; one son, Joseph Matthew both of...
Bobby Jean Wymer
Jan 29, 2019
Wytheville, Va.
Bobby Jean Wymer, 77, passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Carrington Place in Wytheville, VA.
She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Sidney Wymer and her mother, Lola Naomi Cole Wymer, both of Marion, VA.
Bobby was born on November 30, 1941 in Smyth County and graduated from Sugar Grove High School in 1959. She received her...
Anita Kaye Ross
Jan 28, 2019
SUGAR GROVE, Va. Anita Kaye Ross, age 66, passed away Monday, January 28, 2019 at her home. Anita was the best wife, mom and friend a person could ask for. She enjoyed life, especially bowling, riding on Ivan's motorcycle or cruising around in her mustang. Anita loved people and people loved her back by shopping her business in Sugar Grove,...
Shirley Vaught Hull
Jan 24, 2019
Rural Retreat, Va. Shirley Vaught Hull, age 77, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Francis Marion Manor, Marion, Va. She was born August 7, 1941 in Rural Retreat to the late Walter Con and Blanche Harmon Vaught. Shirley worked at Donnkenny Apparel for over 20 years and another 7 years as a cashier at Food Country. She loved to...
David "Peanut" McCormick
Jan 23, 2019
ATKINS, Va.
David "Peanut" McCormick, age 65, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at his home.
Peanut was a loving husband, father and papaw. He was crazy about his family. Mr. McCormick was so proud of his son Tony and wife, Brianne and their children. Peanut was a charter member of the Atkins Volunteer Fire Department where he was treasurer and an...
Alice Hill Thompson
Jan 20, 2019
MARION, Va.
Alice Hill Thompson, age 94, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va.
Alice was born March 14, 1924 in Grayson County to the late Robert P. and Spara Blackburn Hill. She faithfully attended Liberty Freewill Baptist Church for many years. Alice was a hard worker and started working at the age of 22. In her...
Shelia Bright Romary
Dec 31, 2018
MARION, Va.
Shelia Bright Romary, age 53, passed away Monday, December 31, 2018 at her home.
Shelia was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend with a heart of gold for everybody. She was outgoing and never had a bad word for or about anybody. Shelia enjoyed her crossword puzzles, riding the bus to see her friends, and talking to you on...
Lorena Catherine Tilson
Dec 29, 2018
Marion, Va.
Lorena Catherine Ward Tilson, 84, passed away Saturday, December 29, 2018 at Francis Marion Manor.
Mrs. Tilson was a very strong Christian lady. She loved her Lord, family and friends. Lorena loved crafting, working puzzles, writing cards and letters, working in her flowers and listening to her gospel music. She had a special appreciation for classical piano music. Mrs. Tilson...
Tripp Watson, Jr.
Dec 28, 2018
Marion, Va.
“Tripp” Darel Lee Watson, Jr., age 26, passed away Friday, December 28, 2018 at his home in Marion, Va.
Tripp was a special guy from the day he was born. If you knew him, you loved him and the way he always wanted everyone to be happy. Tripp never met a stranger. He finished Trade School with a certification in...
Jack W. Farmer
Dec 24, 2018
Rugby, VA
Jack W. Farmer, age 91, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Monday, December 24, 2018.
He loved his Lord, his family and his country. Jack was a humble but proud World War II veteran, and a retired coal miner.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Perkins Farmer; parents, Wayne and Golda Waddell Farmer; brothers and sisters,...
Edwin Burwell Jones Whitmore, III
Dec 22, 2018
MARION, Va.
Edwin Burwell Jones Whitmore III, 73, passed away on December 22, 2018 at Francis Marion Manor.
He was born on October 5, 1945, to the late Dr. E.B.J. Whitmore, Jr. and Claudine Price Burkholder Whitmore. The family located to Marion in 1955 and Ed's passion and love for the community continued throughout his life.
Ed was a graduate of Virginia Tech...
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