Renie Erthyl Hunt

Renie Erthyl Hunt

Oct 16, 2022

Renie Erthel Hunt, 98, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022. Born in Carroll County, Virginia on February 9, 1924, to the late Richard Canary and Gathie Newman Alley, Renie is also preceded in death by a brother, Melburn Alley and twin siblings, Earl Alley and Pearl Alley Graham. Those blessed to have known Renie will remember...

Billy Ray Marshall

Billy Ray Marshall

Oct 15, 2022

Billy Ray Marshall, 81, of Salem, Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 15, 2022. He was employed with the Virginia Department of Transportation for 30 years. He was an avid woodworker and loved the outdoors. Preceding him in death were his parents, Cullen and Martha Marshall; and sister, Maxine Wolfe. His surviving family includes his wife...

Elizabeth Barrett Barnett

Elizabeth Barrett Barnett

Oct 15, 2022

Elizabeth Barrett Barnett, 94, of Salem, Va., passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022. She was born on March 28, 1928, in McDowell County, WVa. She worked as a nurse at Richfield, and retired after over 30 years of service. She was also a member at Central United Methodist Church. Preceding her in death were her husband, Ernest Eugene Barnett;...

Barbara Lynn Howerton

Barbara Lynn Howerton

Oct 13, 2022

Barbara Howerton, 76, of Salem, Virginia, but formerly of Dublin, VA, passed away after a short illness on Thursday, October 13, 2022. Born in Mount Hope, West Virginia, on May 11, 1946, to the late Gilbert Ray and Pauline Wiser Trail, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Tom Howerton. Barbara loved her church family of First United...

James Basil Keaton Jr.

James Basil Keaton Jr.

Oct 11, 2022

Rev. James B. Jimmy Keaton, Jr., 59, of Hanover, Pa., went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at the Hershey Medical Center. He was the husband of Susan B. Elsey Keaton. On December 3rd they would have celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary. Born in Louisa, Va., on September 6, 1963, he was the son of...

Erik Paine Brady

Erik Paine Brady

Oct 10, 2022

Erik Paine Brady, 49, passed away at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on October 10, 2022. In Salem he leaves behind his mother, Emily Paine Carter; sister, Caroline Brady Velasquez: nephews, Lennon and Collier, and niece, Adeline. In TN, he is survived by his father, Robert Thomas Brady; stepmother, Sharon Brady; stepsister, Mary Dianne and her husband, Jeb and their sons, Jake,...

Sandra Lee Brown

Sandra Lee Brown

Oct 9, 2022

Sandra L. Brown, 76 of Roanoke, VA passed away Sunday afternoon on October 9, 2022. She took great pride in taking care of her family and made that her number one job. She also worked for Sams club and retired after 20 years. She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Samuel L. Brown and parents Elizabeth...

David Allen Epperly

David Allen Epperly

Oct 9, 2022

David Allen Epperly, 58, went to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, October 9, 2022. He was a longtime resident of Elliston, Virginia. David is survived by his parents, Linwood and Doris Epperly; brother, Dennis (Deb) Epperly; nieces, Sara (Evan) Noell and Sidney Epperly; great niece and nephew, Audrey and Jack Noell, and a very...

Junior Ray Bousman

Junior Ray Bousman

Oct 8, 2022

Junior Bousman, 86, of Roanoke, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2022. He was born on March 10, 1936, in Franklin County, Va. Junior was an amazing and dedicated husband and father, and friend to many. He proudly served his country in the US Army National Guard and was a faithful employee for Mick-or-Mack Warehouse for numerous years before his...

Bruce Eric Shell

Bruce Eric Shell

Oct 7, 2022

Bruce Eric Shell, 56, of Salem, passed away on Friday, October 7th, 2022. He is survived by his wife, April, two children, Rebecca and Eric, and many wonderful friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother. Bruce and April were married for 25 years. Bruce was a very confident and caring man. He would give you the...

Frank James Atkins Jr.

Frank James Atkins Jr.

Oct 6, 2022

Frank James Atkins, Jr., 82, of Salem, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at his home To honor his wishes, all services will be private. Online condolences may be expressed to the Atkins family by visiting www.johnmoakey.com. Service Details.

Walter Gene Adkins

Walter Gene Adkins

Oct 6, 2022

Walter Gene Adkins, 80, of Salem, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2022. He was born on Saturday, May 9, 1942, to the late Walter and Mabel Rector Adkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Janice Jan Adkins, and close friend, Russell Gwaltney. Gene was happiest when he was outdoors;...

Constance Taylor Gibson

Constance Taylor Gibson

Oct 6, 2022

Connie Taylor Gibson, 75, of Salem, Va., was welcomed into her heavenly home on Thursday, October 6, 2022. She was born on November 29, 1946, in Roanoke, Va., to the late Estle A. Red Taylor and Winona F. Taylor. The oldest of seven siblings, Connie was a caretaker from the start, helping to raise her younger siblings. She went on...

Rebecca Strutt Frazier

Rebecca Strutt Frazier

Oct 1, 2022

Rebecca Strutt Frazier, age 85, was born in Bessemer City, NC, and lived in Salem, VA for 58 years. Becky passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home in the care of her loving daughters on October 1, 2022. Becky graduated from Shenandoah Music Conservatory (Dayton) in 1959 where she met her husband, Creed; music was a big part...

Norma Jean Goens

Norma Jean Goens

Sep 30, 2022

Norma Jean (Sharpe) Goens, 75, of Salem, Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on Friday, September 30, 2022. Born in Wytheville, Virginia on August 29, 1947, to the late Lloyd Oscar and Anna Ruth Cox Sharpe, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Doug Goens, Sr. and daughter, Elaine Mitchell. Those left to cherish her memory...

Martha Williamson

Martha Williamson

Sep 29, 2022

Martha Briscoe Williamson passed away on Thursday, September 29th after a courageous battle with cancer. Martha was born in Alleghany County on February 4, 1952, to Ward and Rosa Biscoe. Martha was called to be a teacher from a young age and spent her life as a passionate and caring First Grade Teacher, always prepared for a good craft project....

Rev. Charles "Sherwood" Spence

Rev. Charles "Sherwood" Spence

Sep 28, 2022

Rev. Charles Sherwood Spence, 89, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Preceding him in death were his parents, Hezekiah and Margaret Spence; grandson, Caleb Spence; brother-in-law, Cadell Blackburn; and sister-in-law, Ruby Spence. His surviving family includes his wife, the love of his life, Euna Viers Spence; sons, Randy Spence (Donette) and Tim Spence...

Elliot Henry Anderson

Elliot Henry Anderson

Sep 28, 2022

Elliot Henry Anderson, a precious two months and 18 days, gained his heavenly wings on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Although Elliots time here was not long, he greatly blessed the lives of his family who adore him so very much. Elliot was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Carla Weese, Leola Anderson, and Harry Byrd, as well as great-great-grandparents, Edwin...

Vicky Lynn Smith

Vicky Lynn Smith

Sep 26, 2022

Vicky Lynn Cooper Smith went to be with her Lord on Monday, September 26th. Vicky was born on July 21st, 1955, the fifth daughter born to her family. She graduated from Staunton River High School. Vicky lived her life boldly, on her terms taking on any challenge that came her way. She was a talented seamstress known by her family...

William Louis Koogler

William Louis Koogler

Sep 24, 2022

William Louis Koogler, 92, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on September 24th, 2022. Those that have preceded him in death include his parents, Katie Lee Lamb Koogler, and Troy Langston Koogler; Sisters Lenora Koogler Lancaster, and Ruth Koogler Palmer; brothers Robert Langston Koogler, and Jack Hall Koogler. William was a long-time employee at General Electric, where he...