Sheila Barbara Smith

Jan 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sheila Barbara Smith, who departed this life on January 17, 2025, at the age of 73. Sheila was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her—an extraordinary woman who brought warmth, wisdom, and kindness to every room she entered.

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Robert W. Bowles

Jan 17, 2025

Robert William Bowles, of Salem, Virginia, passed from this earthly life on Friday, January 17, 2025. Born May 16. 1930, to the late Emmett Lee and Gertrude Wilson Bowles, he is also preceded in death by his brothers, Donald L. Bowles and Kenneth R. Bowles. He attended Salem elementary schools, graduated from Andrew Lewis High School and...

William F. "Pops" Anders Jr.

Jan 16, 2025

William Fields Anders Jr., 68 of Pulaski, Va., passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Lewis-Gale Medical Center in Salem, Va.

He was born on February 21, 1956, son of the late William F. and Vicy McGlothlen Anders.

No services are scheduled at this time.

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Donna Joan Breeding

Jan 16, 2025

Donna Joan Breeding, 62, passed away on January 16, 2025. She was born on February 05, 1962, in Bedford, VA, to the late John Amos and Ida Lewis Breeding. Donna was a resident of Hope Tree Family Services for over twelve years, where she made numerous friends who loved her dearly.

Left to...

Shirley Ann Mcguire (Mcelroy)

Jan 15, 2025

Shirley Ann McGuire, 75 of Salem and originally of Shawnee, Okla., passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at her residence.

Shirley was born on September 22, 1949, daughter of the late G.E. "Mac" and Ruth Mae McElroy. Prior to moving to Salem, Va., to facilitate the need to be closer to her...

E. Randolph "Randy" Leach, Esq.

Jan 12, 2025

Edwin Randolph (Randy) Leach, Esq.

11/27/56 – 1/12/25

Randy Leach was born in Raleigh, North Carolina, on November 27, 1956, to Bill and Jimmie Ruth Leach. He grew up in Charlotte N.C. and Forest City N.C., and attended Hampden-Sydney College, majored in History...

Charlie Allen Campbell

Jan 11, 2025

Charlie "Chuck" Campbell, 66, of Salem, Virginia, cast his final line on Saturday, January 11, 2025, surrounded by his family.

In 38 years of owning and operating the Automotive Service Center, he turned many wrenches and made many friends. He worked hard to play hard so he could enjoy both his favorite things...

Shirley Jean Crawford Hughes Coffey

Jan 11, 2025

As she wished, Shirley Coffey passed from this life at home surrounded by her family. She suffered with a debilitating lung disease, and it was a heartbreaking journey for her and her loved ones.

She is pre-deceased by her parents, Lamah and Allie Pearl Crawford; sisters, Naomi Williams and Elizabeth Stover; brother, Leo...

Willie Hugh Mccall, Jr.

Jan 10, 2025

Willie H. McCall Jr. (Billy), 79, of Roanoke, Va., passed away in his home on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Willie was born on December 18, 1945, in Sontag, Va., to Rebecca and Willie Hugh McCall. Willie graduated Franklin County High School in 1964, then attended Virginia Tech as a member of the class...

Bayes Elwood Wilson

Jan 10, 2025

Dr. Bayes Elwood Wilson, 93, of Salem, Virginia, died on Friday, January 10, 2025.

He was born on December 16, 1931, on the Wilson family farm at Swords Creek, Russell County, Virginia. His parents were Bert and Jettie Wells Wilson. He was a graduate of Swords Creek, Honaker High, Virginia Tech and the...

Ruth "Pinkie" Sheldon Criner Dennis

Jan 7, 2025

Ruth "Pinkie" Sheldon Criner Dennis, 95, of Salem, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Pinkie graduated in 1948 from William Byrd High School in Vinton. The wife of a career Navy man, the family often relocated. After raising six children, Pinkie had a long career in healthcare. She worked at Brandon...

Donald Junior Blankenship

Jan 6, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Donald J. Blankenship of Salem, Va., who left us on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the age of 70.

Donald was born on November 5, 1954, to Crockett and Dorothy Blankenship.

Donald was an outgoing person known for his humor...

Evelyn Gay Hypes Wilburn

Jan 5, 2025

Evelyn Hypes Wilburn, 91 of Roanoke, Va went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2025.

Born Saturday, April 1, 1933, to the late Aina Guy Hypes and Virginia Cleo Grubb Hypes.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Emmett Lacy Wilburn; sisters, Mildred Jean...

Vicki L. Garrett Daulton

Jan 3, 2025

Vicki Leigh Garrett Daulton

September 25, 1953 – January 3, 2025

Vicki Leigh Garrett Daulton, 71, formerly of Salem, VA, passed away January 3, 2025, at her home in Clayton, NC. She was born September 25, 1953, in Roanoke, Virginia, to the late Maynard Eldridge Garrett and Joyce West Garrett.

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Charles "Chuck" Miller

Jan 2, 2025

Charles Christian "Chuck" Miller, of Roanoke Virginia, passed away on January 2, 2024, at

the age of 96 at Brandon Oaks in Roanoke, Virginia. He was born in Warren Pennsylvania

on August 15, 1928, to Karl Gordon Miller and Aveline Lucile Lichliter.

In addition to his parents, he is...

Steven Wayne Silcott

Jan 2, 2025

Steven Wayne Silcott, 76, of Salem, Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 2, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1948, in Hinton, West Virginia to Nellie Logan and Harvey J. Silcott. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Delores Perkins.

Steven is survived by his...

Stephen William Crouch

Dec 28, 2024

It is with the deepest sadness we share the news of Stephen William Crouch, 49, passing over the rainbow on Saturday, December 28th 2024. While we are devastated by his passing, we find comfort in knowing his suffering is over and that he made it to Christmas which was his true last wish.

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Gerald O'Neal Clemens

Dec 26, 2024

Gerald O'Neal "Tom" Clemens died Thursday, December 26, 2024, in Salem, Virginia after a brief illness.

Born in Prices Fork, Va., Tom attended Prices Fork Elementary School. He excelled in all subjects resulting in him skipping two grades. In high school, he was a letterman in basketball, baseball and track, graduating at 16-years-old....

Gail M. Alls Stewart

Dec 24, 2024

Gail M. Alls Stewart, 61 passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024.

Per Gail's and her family's wishes, all services will be held privately.

Feel free to express condolences to the family by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.

Mary Alice Turner

Dec 24, 2024

Mary Alice West Turner, 98, of Salem, Virginia, peacefully entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Mary Alice was born July 6, 1926. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mary Alice lived her life as a very loving, caring and giving person. She was a believer in Jesus Christ and encouraged her...