Jul 26, 2025

Leona Ruth Thompson Willett, 92, of Salem, Virginia, passed into the loving arms of her Savior on Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. The race is finished, and the victory has been won. What a race she ran as she enters heaven to join the cloud of witnesses.

Leona...

Jul 26, 2025

Brian John Duffy—lovingly known as Bubba, or simply "Duff" to those closest to him—passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was 65 years old.

Born on May 8, 1960, in Penn Hills, Pennsylvania, to the late Thomas and Lois Duffy. Brian lived a life defined by deep connections, unwavering loyalty,...

Jul 25, 2025

William Roscoe "Bill" Cumbee, 88, of Salem, Virginia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 25, 2025. Born December 31, 1936, in Craig County, Va., to the late Homer and Blanche Songer Cumbee, his is also preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Elizabeth Cumbee, and his brother, John Cumbee.

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Jul 23, 2025

James Curtis "Jimmy" DeLung, 92, of Salem, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Born in Mt. Hope, West Virginia on February 5, 1933, he is preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Georgia Jones Dobbins and James W. Dobbins, as well as his sisters, Martha Strawn, Edna Morse, Molly Hite and Elizabeth Bryson.

Jul 21, 2025

David Paul Boston, a beacon of kindness and a true embodiment of gentle strength, left this world far too soon on July 21, 2025, following a tragic motorcycle accident. Born on April 29, 1994, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, David's journey was one marked by love, adventure, and an unwavering commitment to his family and friends.

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Jul 18, 2025

Edward Francis Garvey of Salem, Virginia, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, from cerebrovascular disease at the age of 90. Edward was born in Syracuse, NY, and attended The State University of New York at Oswego.

He was predeceased by his parents, James J. Garvey and Agnes Devin Garvey, and his siblings,...

Jul 17, 2025

Thomas Dean Deweese went to be with the Lord on Thursday July 17, 2025. He was the loving husband of Judy Bandy Deweese and devoted father to John Deweese and daughter-in-law, Lisa Shaver Deweese; a kind grandfather to Danielle Deweese and Coy Shane Deweese (McKinley).

Tommy was preceded in death by his wife...

Jul 16, 2025

Jul 16, 2025

William (Bill) Moncure Dixon entered the gates of heaven on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

He was born on February 26, 1937, in Burkeville in Nottoway County, Va. to the late L. Alvah and Dorothy Dixon. He was also predeceased by a sister, Martha Meadows.

He is survived by his...

Jul 11, 2025

On July 11, 2025, Patricia Marie St. Clair Lawson went to walk with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her father, John Archie St. Clair, and mother, Toy Marie Early St. Clair; sister, Betty Gaye St. Clair Edwards; and husband of 32 years, Kenneth James Lawson.

She is survived by her...

Jul 10, 2025

Tammy Gayle Parker, 50, of Eagle Rock, Virginia, went to be with her mother, sister and other loved ones in Heaven on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Born, on February 8, 1975, to Gerald Fielder and the late Joyce Hill Fielder, she is also preceded in death by her sister, Charlene Murray.

Tammy always...

Jul 9, 2025

Walter "Kent" Bradley, 70 of Hardy, Va., went home to be with the Lord on July 09, 2025. Kent was born on January 02, 1955, in Roanoke, Va. to the late Jacob Walter Bradley, Sr. and Virginia Wirtz Gray.

During his years of employment, Kent supported his family as a Machinist at Norfolk...

Jul 9, 2025

Emily Logan Oliver, 26, of Salem, Virginia, was born on January 4, 1999, to parents, Betsy Crowe and Jeff Oliver. She passed away in the critical care unit of VCU in Richmond, Va., on July 9, 2025. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Wayne Oliver and Robert Hawley; and great-grandparents, Thomas Early Crowe and Mary...

Jul 7, 2025

Garon Ray "Smoky" Bowles, 42, of Salem, Va, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, was tragically taken from us on Monday, July 7, 2025.

Born Friday, April 1, 1983, to Reamona Coffey and James Shively in Roanoke, Va.

Smoky worked as an electrician and forged many wonderful friendships...

Jul 6, 2025

Nancy Craig Holland Wheeler went to be with the lord on Sunday, July 6, 2025. She was the loving wife of Robert "Bob" Wheeler and devoted mother to daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Mike Hack, son, Robert "Robbie" Wheeler; a devoted grandmother to her grandsons, Daniel Hack (Karin) and Matthew (Matt) Poff. She cherished her two great-grandchildren,...

Jul 5, 2025

Clifton Bass Lockridge, Jr., 78, of Salem, Va., has been called home to our Lord. Born on November 24, 1946, in Clifton Forge, Va. Clifton was a cherished son, father, grandfather and friend. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Phyllis Ann Lockridge, to whom he was married for 53 wonderful years.

Clifton...

Jul 3, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael A. Smith, a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Michael passed away at the age of 78 on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Salem, Virginia. Born on August 8, 1946, in Rumford, Maine. Michael proudly and honorably served in the United States...

Jul 2, 2025

Surrounded by the love of those dearest to him, Roger Allen Silcott of Salem, Va, passed away, at the age of 46, on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. He was born on May 5, 1979, to the late Charles Melvin Sr. and the late Ruby Jean Jones Silcott, and grew up in...

Jul 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of William Anthony Akers (Billy), of Roanoke Va. Passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the age of 53. He was born on August 2, 1971.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Randy Jones, and best friend, Karen Lewis.

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Jun 30, 2025

Sandra Crouch Newman, 62 of Salem, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Lewis-Gale Medical Center in Salem.

She was born on September 18, 1962, in Roanoke, Va., daughter of the late Carson and Joyce Montgomery Crouch. To those that knew Sandra best, she was truly the life of the party! She...