May 28, 2023

On May 28, at the age of 76, Curtis Wayne Sweeney finished his final race at his home in Salem, Virginia. He was welcomed onto the streets of gold by his Savior Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife, Janette; daughters, Jodi Long and husband Tim, and Nicki Cochran and husband Bryan; grandsons, Noah Long and wife Audrey, Zachary...

May 28, 2023

Jureshy "Rushy" Jane Schaffer, 71, of the Salem and Masons Cove area, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 28, 2023. She was born on August 2, 1951, to the late Arnold Smith and Della Bell. She was an avid knitter and enjoyed working with her hands to make beautiful works of art. She also loved to play bingo!...

May 27, 2023

Jared Murphy Poff was born on October 29, 1979, in Roanoke, Va., and passed away at his home in Denver, Colo., on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Jared was a graduate of Salem High School and James Madison University, with degrees in both Communication and Finance/Economics. He was currently working for Prospera Educators Financial. Jared lost his mother, Luana Craig Poff,...

May 27, 2023

Betty Jean Bragg, 90, of Salem, passed away on May 27th, 2023. Born on June 6th, 1932, to the late George & Goldie Bragg. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Bobby Bragg, and Ruffner Bragg. Betty was loved by anyone she met throughout her journey in this life. Being a kindhearted, family-oriented person,...

May 27, 2023

Boyd A. Butch Isley Jr, of Salem, VA, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2023. Born November 1, 1941, to the late Boyd and Elizabeth Isley Sr. in Durham, N.C. Boyd was preceded in death by his amazing wife, Marilyn Miller Isley, of 56 years. Surviving are his sons, Boyd A. Isley III (Tray), wife Cassandra, and Miller W. Isley,...

May 24, 2023

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May 24, 2023

Theresa Terry Cote Shupe, loving wife, mother, and nana, passed from this world to be reunited with her husband and friend of 67 years. Coy and Terry Shupe were rarely apart. Their remarkable love for one another had been forged from nearly seven decades of togetherness. Their shared journey of living life, raising a family, and growing old together had...

May 21, 2023

In the early morning hours of May 21, 2023, Thalia Mae Huff left this earth for her eternal home in Heaven. Thalia was born November 30, 1935, to the late Walter Houston Perdue and Stella Taylor Perdue in Ironto, VA. Thalia spent most of her younger years ministering and teaching the Word of God. She taught adult Sunday School, was...

May 18, 2023

Ethan Sanford, 30 of Roanoke County went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Those left to cherish his memory are his parents, Allison Sanford and Butch Sanford; significant other and mother to his daughter, Brittany Parrish; daughter, Mia Sanford; siblings, Christen Owens, and Bill Sanford; nieces, Eliana Owens, and Olivia Owens; nephew, Braxton Sanford; and his...

May 16, 2023

Kathryn "Gail" Hedrick, 103, of Salem, Virginia, formerly of Alliance, Ohio, departed quietly and peacefully to go home and be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Kennie Oscar and Elva Rebecca (Cunningham) Mullennex. She was born in Dry Fork, West Virginia. She graduated from Harmon High School. To know Gail was...

May 16, 2023

Shannon Lee Thompson, 48 of Salem, Virginia took his Angel by the hand and was led to Heaven on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Shannon is survived by his wife, Tammy K. Thompson; children, Seth Thompson (Kirstin), and Nathan Thompson; bonus daughters, Victoria Givens, and Madi Givens; sister, Donna Lemon (Buddy); and one granddaughter on the way; as well as numerous...

May 16, 2023

Robert Bobby Bennett, 53, of Salem, VA went to be with the Lord on May 16, 2023. Bobby loved his family and was willing to help them out in any way he could. He had a caring personality that motivated him to help others. He had a strong love for the lord and enjoyed sharing the word of God with...

May 14, 2023

Teresa Tracy Wickline Mills, 52, of Salem, VA went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Tracy lived her life to serve Jesus. Sometimes a little stubborn but, she loved others fiercely. She always put those with needs before her own. Tracy was the co-founder and board member of Sunset Ministries located in Salem, VA. Tracy...

May 13, 2023

Terry M. Hines, 70, of Salem, Va., passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reece M. Hines Jr. and Velvaleen A. Flannagan. His surviving family includes his wife of 43 years, Joanne Hines; children, Evan (Kerri) Hines and Cory (Carrie) Hines; siblings, Derrick Hines, Alex Hines, and Lee Flannagan; and grandchildren, Emmett,...

May 13, 2023

Barbara J. Thompson, 95, of Salem, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. She was born in Bedford, Virginia, on January 14, 1928, daughter of Hanford Johnson and Alvie Johnson. She is predeceased by her husband, George Thompson. She is survived by sons, Michael Green and Mark Green; and daughter, Michele Green and her husband, Robert Walker; grandchildren, Michael...

May 12, 2023

Martha Elaine Bayne Gregory passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023, to be with her Lord Jesus. Elaine was born in Bedford, Va., but was a lifelong Salem resident, a loving wife, a proud mom, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved reading, discussing politics, and her family. She will be remembered by those who knew her as a selfless model...

May 10, 2023

Phyllis Elaine Garrett, 97, of Salem, Va., went to be with the Lord in Heaven on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. She is now together with her family and friends having a big party! Affectionately known as Mama Till, she enjoyed needlework, antiques, estate sales, reading, and traveling especially to the beach. She touched the lives of many in Salem, young...

May 9, 2023

The for Glenn K. Turner will appear here shortly. Service Details. Visitation Location John M. Oakey & Son Chapel Address 305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153

May 7, 2023

United States Army veteran and retired professor, William Bill Trudgen, 74, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023, from the Virginia Veterans Care Center, in Roanoke, VA. Bill earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Roberts Wesleyan University and enlisted in the United States Army after graduation. He honorably served for three years and then focused his efforts in ministry,...

May 7, 2023

Carl Jackson Stump, Sr., age 84, of Salem, VA, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at his home. Born on August 20, 1938, to the late Oscar and Gertrude Stump. Carl had a profound impact on the lives of countless youth, having served over twenty years in various capacities especially the role of Scoutmaster with Troop 352. He was...