Shirley Marie Kirby

Nov 16, 2015

Shirley Marie Kirby, 80, of Salem, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Monday, November 16, 2015. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Harry Wilson Kirby, and by a son, Harry Wilson Kirby, Jr. She is survived by a daughter, Diane Ayers; two sons, Ronnie Preston Kirby and Albert Jackson Kirby, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A...

Paul Richardson Dye

Nov 15, 2015

On Sunday morning, November 15, 2015, God sent His angels for the most devoted, and loving of His children, Paul Richardson Dye. After a thirty year battle with cancer and chronic heart disease, Paul has completed his task here on earth. He leaves behind all those who will continue to mourn this kind, gentle soul whose greatest desire was to...

Annie Arwilda Heslep

Nov 14, 2015

Annie Arwilda Lawrence Heslep, 90, of Elliston, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, Novemer 14, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur W. Heslep, Jr.; her parents, Hubert T. and Kayoula M. Lawrence; and two sisters, Fannie Mae Webster and Betty Joyce Lawrence. She is survived by her four children, Richard Heslep, Nancy Waddell (Danny),...

George Edwin Reid

Nov 13, 2015

George Edwin Reid, 73, of Roanoke, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2015. Arrangements are being handled by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory in Salem, 540-389-5441.

Nancy Ellen Mcmanaway

Nov 11, 2015

Nancy Ellen McManaway, 76, of Salem, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home Wednesday morning, November 11, 2015. She loved going to the beach, being with her friends and family, celebrating Christmas, shopping, and animals. Nancy was the daughter of the late Harry Boaz Mac McManaway and Carma McManaway Carter and was preceded in death by her cousin...

Woodie James Martin

Nov 11, 2015

Woodie J. Martin, 84, of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Woodie and Beulah Martin; sister, Elizabeth McKinney; and special lady friend of 20 years, Bonnie Hinkley. Family remaining to cherish his memory includes his children and their (spouses), Debbie Saunders, (Cecil), Jay Martin, (Lori), Pam Fortner, (Terry), and Greg...

Callie Ruth Stevens

Nov 3, 2015

Callie Ruth Stevens, 75, of Salem, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. She was born in Callaway, a daughter of the late James H. and Lola P. Stevens and had been an area resident all of her life. She graduated from Andrew Lewis High School and Ferrum College, and was employed as a teachers...

Margaret Wilson Scott

Nov 2, 2015

Margaret Wilson Scott, 89, formerly of Oak Ridge, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 2, 2015 in Salem, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, John L. and Eliza E. Wilson; three sisters; and one brother. Margaret was born in Mountain City, TN and was raised in Elizabethton, TN. Survivors include her loving husband of...

Herman Roy 'Hunch' Boitnott

Nov 2, 2015

Herman Roy (Hunch) Boitnott, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 2, 2015 at the age of 73. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Swaney Boitnott; and brother, David Boitnott. A meat cutter by trade, he was the former owner of Mt. Vernon Meats and was employed by Lakeside Kroger meat department since 1999. His...

Glenwood Burk Crockett

Oct 31, 2015

Glenwood B. Crockett, 82, of Craig County, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2015 after a brief illness. He was born on November 27, 1932 in Roanoke, Va., the son of Burton M. Crockett and Margie Etta Bohon Crockett. He was a member of the LDS Church. Glen spent much of his youth in Hampton, Va. where he grew up...

Ta'Nyah Dawn Slayton

Oct 30, 2015

Service Information

Monday, November 2nd, 2015 3:00pm,

Cedar Lawn Memorial Park

5070 Cove Rd, NW Roanoke, VA 24017

Interment Location

Cedar Lawn Memorial Park

5070 Cove Rd NW Roanoke, VA 24017

Marcella Edna Kilby

Oct 29, 2015

Marcella E. Kilby (Marcy), 94, of Salem, fulfilled her mission on earth and went home with Jesus, her King, on Thursday, October 29, 2015. Marcella was born on the Whitetop Mountain to Courtney A. Osborne and Goldia Farmer Osborne on Sunday, May 22, 1921. She married Nelson James Kilby, Jr. on Saturday, August 28, 1937. They raised 8 children together...

Edward James Hamilton

Oct 29, 2015

HAMILTON Dr. Edward James Dr. Edward James Hamilton passed away Thursday, October 29, 2015. We rejoice that Ed is no longer struggling with illness and its effects. Ed was an incredible person, whose life inspired everyone he met. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Pamela K. Hamilton; sons, Kirby Edward and Andrew Miles; special daughter-in-law, Amanda Rogers;...

Ya Shien Weng

Oct 28, 2015

Ya Shien (Lui) Weng, age 88, of Salem, peacefully departed this life late Wednesday night, October 28, 2015. She was born on April 20, 1927 in Zhou Shan, Zhe Jiang, China. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ah Hwai David Weng. Her surviving family left to cherish her memory includes her daughter, Tina Weng and her husband,...

Lasco Mcclain

Oct 28, 2015

Service Information

Friday, October 30th, 2015 12:00pm,

Culpeper National Cemetery

305 US Avenue Culpeper, Virginia 22701

Interment Location

Culpeper National Cemetery

305 US Avenue Culpeper, Virginia 22701

Mary Dyer 'Lou' Reedy

Oct 26, 2015

Mary Lou Dyer Reedy, 90, of Salem, passed away Monday, October 26, 2015. She was born in Roanoke County, a daughter of the late Charlie and Betty Dyer. Lou graduated from Andrew Lewis High School and attended Mary Washington College. She worked for Norfolk Western Railway and General Motors Acceptance Corp. before her marriage, and for Fincastle Motor Company after...

Ezra Chase Trumbull Jr.

Oct 26, 2015

Ezra C. Trumbull, Jr., 88, of Salem, passed away Monday, October 26, 2015. He was born in Haverill, MA, a son of the late Ezra and Mildred Trumbull and had been an area resident for most of his life. He was a veteran of the US Army, was a member of Goodwin Memorial United Methodist Church, Taylor Lodge #23, Eastern...

Jori Cordell Cox

Oct 24, 2015

Jori Diane Cordell Cox, 54, of Salem, went to be with the Lord Saturday, October 24, 2015. She was preceded in death by her father, Cecil Cordell; and brother, Michael Cordell. Jori was a dedicated, respected, and caring educator, serving the city of Salem for over 30 years. She was active in worship at Salem Baptist Church. She loved life,...

Richard Wayne Weaver

Oct 21, 2015

Richard Wayne Weaver, 70, of Elliston, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2015. Preceding Richard in death were his parents Richard L. Weaver and Gladys St. Clair Weaver. Left to cherish his memories is his loving wife, April A. Weaver; son, David Michael Weaver; step-sons, Dustin B. Clark and Ryan J Clark; grandchildren, Ellen B. Weaver, Thomas M. Weaver; step-grandchildren,...

Kevin Scott Mullins

Oct 19, 2015

Kevin Scott Mullins, 42, of Roanoke, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, October 19, 2015 unexpectedly. Kevin worked for Bills Auto Parts in Christiansburg and spent most of his life selling and working to find used auto parts for people. He was well known and respected in this field. Kevin served on several Auto Clubs in...