Sara Kathleen Wyrick Johnston
Jul 30, 2015
Sara Kathleen Wyrick Johnston age 94 of Roanoke, Virginia passed away peacefully at her home on July 30, 2015. She was born in Wytheville, Virginia and was the daughter of Rhea Maiden Wyrick and Lelia Austin Wyrick. Sara moved to Roanoke at age three and graduated from Jefferson High School Class of 1939. In 1942 she married John Wesley Johnston,...
James Leroy Fowler
Jul 30, 2015
James L. Fowler, 75, of Blacksburg, died on Thursday, July 30, 2015. He was born on June 17, 1940 in Santa Barbara, CA to the late James E. Fowler and Marvelin Fowler of Milford, NE. James was raised in Nebraska, and graduated from high school in Hooper, NE in 1958. He was the Nebraska State Tennis Champion in 1961. In...
Frances Lewis 'Peggy' Hurt
Jul 30, 2015
Frances L. (Peggy) Hurt, 91, of Salem, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 30, 2015. She was born on January 22, 1924 to the late William Wallace and Carrie Pinkard Hurt in Roanoke County, Va. Peggy grew up on a tomato farm during the great depression years learning the value of hard work and an appreciation for...
Martha Dodson Jane Akers
Jul 29, 2015
Martha (Jane) Dodson Akers, 81, of Salem, left this world on Wednesday, July 29, 2015. She was a dedicated wife and mother of 50 years. Jane was preceded in death by her parents, Dorethia S. and Charles M. Dodson, Sr., of Hanging Rock, her husband, John J. Akers, Jr., brother, Charles Morton Dodson, Jr., and sister, Francis Carrol Beemer. She...
Brian Eric Canfield
Jul 29, 2015
Brian Eric Canfield, 56, of New Castle, went to the light on Wednesday, July 29, 2015. Brian was absolutely devoted to his family and passionate about his work as a Natural Foods Broker. He was a beloved husband and the greatest father and grandfather. He was kind and generous of spirit; an eternal optimist. He will be sorely and deeply...
Melvin Wayne Blankenship
Jul 27, 2015
Melvin W. Blankenship, 64, of Salem passed away unexpectedly Monday evening, July 27, 2015. He was born on December 3, 1950 to the late Crockett and Dorothy Blankenship. Preceding him in death along with his parents, was his sister, Phyllis Reese. Surviving family left to cherish his memory includes his loving wife, Mary Blankenship; children, Missy Smith (Leon), Melvin Wayne...
Edward Carlin Shelton Sr.
Jul 25, 2015
Edward Carlin Shelton, Sr., 82, of Elliston and formerly of Memphis, TN, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, July 25, 2015. Edward retired from the Memphis Police Department after 26 years of dedicated service. He is survived by one daughter; 3 sons; 2 daughters-in-law; 3 sons-in-law; 5 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and his dog, Sissy. Online condolences may...
Michael Troy Logan
Jul 25, 2015
Michael Troy Logan, 47, of New Castle, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 25, 2015. He was born in Roanoke, and had been an area resident all of his life. Mike was a graduate of Glenvar High School, was the owner and operator of MET Machine, Inc., and was a member of the First...
Oveta Grace Croy
Jul 24, 2015
Oveta Grace Croy (Angie Grace Travis), 58, of Salem, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2015 at her residence, with her family by her side. She was born on December 21, 1956 in Roanoke, daughter of the late Brady Junior Croy and Lillian Quesenberry Croy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Jimmie Croy...
David Eugene Strickler
Jul 24, 2015
David E. Strickler, 86, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, July 24, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Saufley Strickler; a daughter, Karen Lynn Jacobs and her husband Donald; three grandchildren, Robert, Lucy and Edward; and three brothers, Howard Strickler and wife Jean, Carroll Strickler and wife Ann, and Thomas Strickler. Funeral services will be held at 11AM, Tuesday,...
Hudson Theo Gallagher-Whisenhunt
Jul 20, 2015
Hudson Theo Gallagher-Whisenhunt, beloved son of Dr. Emily E. Gallagher and Gregory H. Whisenhunt, was born on July 14, 2015 and passed away Monday, July 20, 2015. Family services for Hudson will be private. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.
Michael Wayne Crowder
Jul 20, 2015
Michael Wayne Crowder, 56, of Salem, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2015. He was born on January 26, 1959 in Alleghany County, Va. to James and Violet Crowder. Michael was a quiet and happy man. He enjoyed the simple things in life such as, fishing and camping and truly loved eating! Above all, he was known as a loving...
Sue Ellen 'Susie' Cochran
Jul 19, 2015
Sue Ellen (Slayton) Cochran, or Susie as she was best known by all of her many friends and family, broke free from the fetters of this mortal life on Sunday, July 19, 2015 and is now a resident of Heaven for all eternity. Susie is at peace in the presence of her LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ and with her...
Jessie White Rusinko
Jul 18, 2015
Jessie White Rusinko, of Salem Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 18, 2015, surrounded by her family. Jessie was born on November 26, 1941 in Richlands, Va. to the late Jesse F. and Elizabeth H. White. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, N. Robert Rusinko; three children, N. Scott Rusinko, J. Christman...
Stephen Albert Eggleston
Jul 17, 2015
Stephen A. Eggleston, 71, of Salem, passed away after a brief but courageous battle with cancer on Friday, July 17, 2015. He was born in Springfield, Ill., graduated from Eastern Illinois State University, and was a dedicated and avid golfer. Preceding him in death were his parents, Donald and Elizabeth Eggleston. His surviving family includes his wife of 53 years,...
Herbert Glenn Patrick
Jul 16, 2015
Herbert Glenn Patrick, 68, of Salem, VA passed away Thursday, July 16, 2015. He was born August 1, 1946 in Marion, VA, a son of the late Herbert and Mary Johnson Patrick. Mr. Patrick was a US Army Veteran and was a retired Highway Construction Inspector for VDOT. He is survived by his loving companion, Judy W. Casey; one uncle...
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...
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