Mar 2, 2019

Carolyn S. Greer "CC", 66, of Salem, flew away to join her beloved Der, on Saturday, March 2, 2019. She was an avid artist and wood worker. Many of the pieces that she created over the years were donated to the Ronald McDonald House of Roanoke. Carolyn loved music and was known for her musical talents. She was also a...

Feb 26, 2019

Elsie "Polly" Thelma Booth Frith, 90, of Salem, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019. She was a member of CommUNITY Church in Salem, and was a long time area resident. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Lee Frith, Jr.; a daughter, Linda Frith Fullen; her brother, Charles Carr Booth, and a sister, Louise Thomason. She is survived...

Feb 25, 2019

Charles Edward "Buddy" Keith, 85, our beloved Dad, Poppie, uncle, dear brother, and faithful friend, was called home to be with his Lord on Monday, February 25, 2019. Born on November 3, 1933, Buddy grew up in the Alleghany Springs area of Shawsville, Va., and graduated from the local high school there in 1951. Buddy served proudly in the US...

Feb 25, 2019

Irene Mae Mowles, 89, of Salem, passed away Monday, February 25, 2019. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, James C. Mowles, Sr.; two sons, James C. Mowles, Jr. and Steve R. Mowles; her parents, Marvin and Helen Wharton, and a sister and brother-in-law, Marian and Marvin Wise. She is survived by her daughter, Jo...

Feb 22, 2019

Jonathon E. Barrett age 50, of Thaxton, Va. was called upon by God to enter into his eternal home on Friday, February 22, 2019, in Roanoke, Va. He was born to the late Estie Herbert "John" Barrett and Mary Lou Lucas Barrett on Sunday, December 8, 1968. Jonathon worked at Salem Brickyard during his lifetime; he loved the outdoors and...

Feb 21, 2019

Marilyn J. Cronin (nee "Schulien") passed away in the comfort of her home February 21, 2019. A kindhearted, gentle soul, she had an infectious laugh and energetic spirit. Marilyn was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, nurturer, and caregiver. She touched many lives, gave readily of herself, and loved without hesitation. Her favorite words used to describe her were, "Her...

Feb 21, 2019

Thomas S. Harris, Jr., 61, of Hardy, Va. passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2019. He was born on Wednesday, October 16, 1957, to the late Thomas S. Harris, Sr., and Garnett Bernice (Greer) Harris. Thomas proudly served in the U.S. Navy and later worked at Walmart. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife,...

Feb 21, 2019

Edwin "Ed" Kelly Harless, 93, of Salem, Virginia, passed away February 21, 2019, at Lewis Gale Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Ed was a Navy veteran. He was also a graduate of Roanoke College where he was a member of the Hall of Fame. During his life he was a teacher/coach at Andrew Lewis High School. He then became...

Feb 20, 2019

William Harveycutter (Willie) Robertson, age 89, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. Born on August 10, 1929, in Salem, VA, he was the son of the late Amelia Gwynn Harveycutter Robertson and Harold Gordon Robertson of Salem who predeceased him as did his brother Harold. Willie was a lifelong member of St. Pauls Episcopal Church, Salem where he served...

Feb 20, 2019

Gayle Morris Divers went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 20, 2019. Quality of life was a cornerstone for Gayle, and exercise, proper nutrition, and natural healing were crucial to her. Regularly on the go, Gayle spent important parts of her life in the Roanoke Valley, Hot Springs, Alleghany County as well as Santa Fe, New Mexico....

Feb 18, 2019

William T. "Bill" Dalton, Jr., 93, of Salem, Va., passed away surrounded by family on Monday, February 18, 2019, at the Salem VA Medical Center. Bill was born on February 2, 1926, in McDowell, WVa. He served in the US Navy during World War II and was proud to serve his country. Bill was a strong Christian and an active...

Feb 18, 2019

Patricia Hartwell Pat Simmons, age 66, of Salem, Va. formerly of Hardy, Va. went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 18, 2019, in Salem, Va. She was born on Monday, November 3, 1952, to the late Dewey and Clarice Hartwell. Pat loved gardening and animals; especially her horses, Sundance and Whiskey, as well as her dogs, TJ and...

Feb 17, 2019

Violet Riley Muse was born into Heaven on Sunday, February 17, 2019. Her surviving family includes her mommy and daddy, Taylor Lindsay and Bradley Thomas Muse; and brother and sister, Wyatt Nathneal and Kylie Grace Muse. Family members and friends may gather from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral...

Feb 16, 2019

Shirley Marie Cloninger, 70, of Roanoke, passed away at her residence on Saturday, February 16, 2019. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home & Crematory in Salem, VA. Interment Information

John M Oakey & Son Crematory

305 Roanoke Blvd Salem, VA 24153

Feb 16, 2019

WARREN Mary Margaret Mary Margaret Warren, 93, of Salem, VA passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019. She was born December 30, 1925 in Spanishburg, WV a daughter of the late John L. and Nola Anna Archer Goad. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Paul G. Walker and second husband, Russell O. Warren; daughter, Kathy Gale Warren;...

Feb 16, 2019

Iva Willett Brugh, 94, of Salem, Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 16, 2019. Iva was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; everyone loved her dearly. Most of her adult life was spent in Salem raising her children. She and her beloved husband of 55 years, Paul, retired to Smith Mountain Lake and enjoyed 15...

Feb 14, 2019

Lee Eric Lineberry, 60, of Salem, passed away on Valentine's Day 2019 after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Lee was predeceased by his parents, Lee Ray and Ruth Lockard Lineberry, as well as his brother, Danny Lineberry. He missed them all daily. He is survived by his wife Annette Deaton Lineberry; his step-children, Britnee Shupe Taylor (Jeremy), Zachary Forrest...

Feb 10, 2019

A graveside service will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at the Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon, Va. Service Information

Thursday, February 14th, 2019 2:00pm,

Forest Hill Memory Gardens

19415 Lee Hwy Abingdon, Virginia 24210

Friday, February 15th, 2019 2:00pm,

Forest Hills Memory Gardens...

Feb 10, 2019

STEPHENSON Jeffrey Lee (Jeff) Jeff Stephenson of Catawba, VA went home on Sunday, February 10, 2019, where he was greeted by family and friends who preceded him in death. Jeff retired from Northwest Hardware, and was a member of Valley Word Church. Jeff served his Lord with his passion for music and music was his way of ministering to others....

Feb 9, 2019

Carol Elaine Peters Reed, 57, of Salem, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Carol served as the Chief Information Officer at Hollins University. She was a cherished member of the Hollins community who was beloved for her engaging personality, her dedication and commitment to Hollins, and her willingness to go the extra mile and help others. She always...