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...

Tammy Leigh Bessett

Jun 22, 2015

Tammy Leigh Bessett, 50, of Vinton, passed away Monday, June 22, 2015. She was born in Washington, DC, a daughter of the late Douglas E. Dooley and Barbara Smith Dooley and had been an area resident most of her life. She was a devoted and energetic mother, grandmother and friend, whose life was sadly taken too soon. Heaven now has...

Pamela Ogle Turner

Jun 22, 2015

Pamela O. Turner, 63, of Salem, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Herman and Bernice Thomas Ogle; sisters, Athlyn Gail Robinson and Beverly Ellen Harvey; and brothers-in-law, Ronald David Worrell and Robert Mason Lilly. Her surviving family includes her husband, Roger Dale Turner of Salem; children, Sara Kristine Turner of...

Mary Clara Faron

Jun 22, 2015

Mary C. Faron, 81, of Salem, passed away Monday, June 22, 2015. Mary was born in Clarksburg, WV, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mildred Droppleman and had been a Roanoke Valley area resident since 1961. She worked as a Laboratory Technician at several area hospitals and was a member of Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. In addition...

Edna Lucille Hancock

Jun 21, 2015

After a lengthy battle with diabetes, Edna Lucille Brogan Hancock, 92, of Salem, left her earthly life on Sunday, June 21, 2015, to join her husband, John Max Hancock, Sr. Lucille was born on July 21, 1922, to the late Harry and Gay Sigmon Brogan. Lucille, a homemaker, and her husband raised their six children in Craig County where Mr....

John Everett Goens Sr.

Jun 21, 2015

John Everett Goens, Sr., 67, of Salem, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 21, 2015. He was born on June 16, 1948 in Roanoke, Va. to the late Charlie W. and Mary E. Goens. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Mark A. Goens, and his brother, Walter R....

Samuel Edward Harvey Jr.

Jun 21, 2015

Reverend Dr. Samuel Edward Harvey, Jr., 78, of Salem, went to be with our Lord after a courageous battle with cancer Sunday, June 21, 2015. Sam was born in Roanoke, VA on January 10, 1937 to the late Sam and Frances Harvey. Sam Jr. married the love of his life, Rosanna Barr, on June 23, 1962 and they served together...

Phillip Lynn 'Phil' Correll

Jun 20, 2015

Phillip L. (Phil) Correll, 64, of Salem, went to be with the Lord Saturday, June 20, 2015. He was born on September 20, 1950 to the late Henry Grant and Mary Catherine Kennedy Correll. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Kay DAlessandro; and his favorite cat, Brat. Phil was a proud Virginia...

Doloris French Bowman Dutton

Jun 19, 2015

June 19, 2015, being the last day of my earthly estate, wish to convey to my family, friends, and co-workers and patients my sincere gratitude for touching my life. I am grateful for life itself, for the opportunites that I have had and for the stumbling blocks that have expanded my heart and refined my soul. The Lord has blessed...

Bradley Scott Keil

Jun 19, 2015

Bradley Scott Keil, 53, of Roanoke and formerly of San Fernando Valley, CA went to be with the Lord Friday, June 19, 2015, due to injuries suffered from an attack in 2011. He was preceded in death by his father, Dale Keil. Family left to cherish his memory include his mother, Jan Fordham; brother, Randy Keil; daughters, Kimberly Keil, Stephanie...