Mary Tavenner Morris Nichols

Jul 15, 2015

Mary Tavenner Morris Nichols, age 89, of Roanoke, peacefully departed this life late Wednesday night, July 15, 2015, in her sleep. She was born on January 30, 1926 in Huntington, W.Va., daughter of the late Ethel Chapman and Robert Graham Tavenner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her oldest son, James Robert Morris; 3 brothers;...

Samuel Thomas Sharpe

Jul 14, 2015

Samuel Thomas Sharpe, 83, of Roanoke and raised in Pembroke, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2015. He was a veteran having served in the United States Army, and was retired from Reynolds Metals after 33 years. Preceding him in death was his wife, Nannie H. Sharpe, and three brothers. His surviving family includes his children, Debbie Long, Lawrence Sharpe,...

Elsie Maness 'Nana' Smythe

Jul 12, 2015

Elsie Gage Maness Smythe, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2015. She was born on July 18, 1915 and would have celebrated her 100th birthday this Saturday. Affectionately known by all of her family as Nana, she was the daughter of the late John Alexander Maness and Maude McClain Maness of Roanoke. In addition to her parents, she was...

Nancy Moore Conn

Jul 12, 2015

I was lost but now Im found Nancy Moore Conn, 79, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Berry and Mary Moore; a brother; and her husband, William H. Conn. She is survived by numerous cousins and many, many special friends. No services will be held, however an online guestbook is...

Alice Johnston Callison

Jul 11, 2015

Alice Johnston Callison, born June 19, 1929, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2015. She was the daughter of Clarke Daniel Johnston and Ruby Sisson Johnston. She was predeceased by her parents and son, Richard Clarke Callison. She was an avid golfer for over 60 years, finally getting a Hole In One at age 84. She also loved to play bridge....

Evelyn Lowry Layman

Jul 11, 2015

Evelyn Lowry Layman, 103, of Salem, VA completed lifes journey on Saturday evening July 11, 2015 at Snyder Nursing Home in Salem, VA. Evelyn was born in 1911 in Ballard, WV and lived her early life in Talcott, WV. She later moved to Waynesboro, VA where she met her husband and love of her life Pat Layman. They were married...

Norma Jean Sanford

Jul 8, 2015

Norma Jean Sanford, 82, of Salem, Va. and formerly of Charleston, WV, departed this life on Wednesday, July 8, 2015. She was born on October 15, 1932 in Duo, WV to the late William D. and Truma Zopp Hobbs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Margaret Campbell, and brother-in-laws, Dick Campbell and Dick...

Michael Dale Loyd

Jul 5, 2015

Michael Dale Loyd, 62, of Salem, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2015. He was employed by Yokohama for 30 years. Preceding him in death were his parents, Henry Loyd II and Syble Loyd; and a brother, H.T. Loyd. His surviving family includes his children, Ashleigh Dickerson and husband, David, Jr., Michaela Loyd, and Kevin Loyd; siblings, Marvin Loyd, Sr....

Dorothy Boothe 'Dottie' Atkinson

Jul 4, 2015

Dorothy (Dottie) Boothe Atkinson, 88, of Salem and formerly of Pulaski County, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Shelley W. and Stella Moore Boothe; husband, Alvin Rucker Atkinson, Sr.; 6 brothers; and 3 sisters. Her surviving family includes her children, Barbara Austin and Buddy Atkinson, Jr. and wife, Bonnie; siblings, Clara...

Michael Scott Parsons

Jul 3, 2015

Michael S. Parsons, 69, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, 2015. He was born in Grayson County, a son of the late James A. and Virgie Wingate Parsons and had been a Salem resident since 1969. He was employed in the apparel industry all of his life and was a loving husband, father and grandfather. In addition...

David Preston 'Josh' Mccray

Jul 3, 2015

David Josh McCray, 65, of Salem, died Friday, July 3, 2015 at Friendship Manor following a courageous bout with cancer. He was born on October 30, 1949 in Roanoke to the late Preston and Cleo Woodson McCray. David attended Andrew Lewis High School in Salem where he lettered in sports and helped win the Virginia State Championship in Basketball in...

Margaret Marie Todd

Jul 2, 2015

Margaret Marie Todd, of Salem, passed on Thursday, July 2, 2015 at the age of 68. She was known for being a loving mother and grandmother as well as being an honorable friend. She was adored by her children and grandchildren and loved by everyone that was lucky enough to know her. She will missed by many. She was preceded...

Tom Jay Clifton

Jun 30, 2015

Tom Jay Clifton, 83, of Salem, VA passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2015. He was born November 1, 1931 in Mullins, WV a son of the late Pierce (Doc) and Lottie Lowery Clifton. He was also preceded in death by a brother, David Clifton and a sister, Margaret Steber. Mr. Clifton served in the Air Force during the Korean War....

Billy Wayne Loving

Jun 30, 2015

First Visitation

Thursday, July 2nd, 2015 2:00pm - 4:00pm,

John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home

305 Roanoke Blvd Salem, VA 24153

Service Information

Friday, July 3rd, 2015

1250 East Main St Salem, VA 24153

Interment Location

Sherwood Memorial Park

1250 East Main St Salem,...

William F Bullins

Jun 28, 2015

William F. Bullins, 75, of Salem, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2015. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem.

Mary Catherine Fralin

Jun 26, 2015

Mary Catherine Horsley Fralin, 83, of Salem, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifton W. Fralin; parents, Lewis and Annie Horsley; son, Tommy Fralin; and siblings, Billy, Ethelene, and Alfreda. Surviving family includes her children and their significant others, Roy Fralin (Sandi), Robby Fralin (Robin), Becky Fralin (Eli), Terri Carr (Rex),...

Gordon Perry Moses

Jun 24, 2015

Gordon Perry Moses, age 82, of Salem, Va., died peacefully on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. Gordon was born on December 25, 1932 in Yuma, Arizona, the only child of the late Benjamin Franklin Moses and Ruth Mae Hume Moses. He grew up in Los Angeles, Calif. and earned a degree in Accounting from California State University - Los Angeles after...

Elizabeth Lee Masters

Jun 24, 2015

Elizabeth (Betty) Lee Masters, of Salem, peacefully transitioned from this life on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at her home from complications of cancer. She was 85. Betty was born in New York City on October 8, 1929. The family moved to Salem soon after when her father, Miles Sherman Masters, accepted the position of Classics Professor at Roanoke College. She...

Cora Ellen Walker

Jun 23, 2015

Cora Ellen Walker, 76, of Salem and formerly of Elliston, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2015. She was a member of the North Valley Seventh Day Adventist Church in Roanoke. Preceding her in death were her parents, Ralph Barton and Elva Louise Radford; brother, Ralph Barton Radford, Jr.; granddaughter, Brittney Holleman; several nieces; and one nephew. Her surviving family...

Verna Mae Hall

Jun 22, 2015

Verna Mae Hall, Maw Hall, 81, of Salem, entered into eternal peace on Monday, June 22, 2015. Verna was born to the late John H. and Edith E. Hathaway. Greeting her at the Heavenly gate were her husband of 61 years, Ronald L. Hall and her very special grandson, David Michael Hall. She was also preceded in death by brothers...