May 10, 2025

Michael Allen "Mike" Bott, 70 of Salem, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 10, 2025. He passed at home, surrounded by his loved ones.

Mike was born on July 8, 1954, in Roanoke, Va., son of the late Charles William and Nellie E. Baker Bott. In addition...

May 9, 2025

James Dalton Stump, 85, of New Castle, Va., passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025. He was born on Tuesday, June 6, 1939, to the late Lillie Young Stump and Alfred Brady Stump.

Left to cherish his memory include his special friend, Shirley Ferguson; sisters, Rosa Radclife, Shelby Young, and Betty Wade; nephew,...

May 9, 2025

Noah Miller Tickle, Jr.—my father—was as tough as nails, and he was a hard man in every sense of the word: hard to figure out, hard to get to know, hard to communicate with, hard to have a relationship with, hard to persuade, hard to hurt, and extremely hard to kill. It took three kinds of cancer...

May 8, 2025

Lucia Deeds Craighead, age 74, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, learning, and compassion.

Born on August 17, 1950, Lucia was a lifelong educator and devoted animal lover who touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. Known affectionately as Mama, Queenie, and Pete by all who loved her, she...

May 7, 2025

Joan Carol Sledd Davis, 81, Roanoke County, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born July 22, 1943, to the late James Roosevelt, Sr., and Minnie Afton Atkins Sledd, she is also proceeded in death by her husband of nearly 56 years, Wayne Richard "Red" Davis; granddaughter,...

May 6, 2025

Robert Lowell May, 84, of Salem, Va., passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Bob was born in Clifton Forge, Va. He graduated from high school in 1958. He joined the Army in 1959, achieved the rank of PFC E-3, and was stationed with Fox Troop, 2nd Recon Squadron 3rd ACR, in Fort...

May 5, 2025

Robert Gregory Jackson, 63, of Salem, Va., passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025, to be with his Lord.

Born in Roanoke, Va., on August 28, 1961, Robert was a loving husband, father, pawpaw, cherished family member, and a man of enduring faith.

A life of love and...

May 5, 2025

Ronnie Wayne Oliver Sr., age 67, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 5, 2025, at his home. He was a beloved son, brother, and dad to many.

Ronnie was born on September 1, 1957, to his late mother and father, Landon Boyce and Letha Mae Sullins Oliver....

May 3, 2025

Billie Pavich passed away on May 3, 2025, at the age of 102. Hers was a long and happy life. She is survived by her daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, two grandchildren, one great-grandson, and many wonderful nieces and nephews.

Billie was devoted to her family and friends and made a difference for the better...

May 3, 2025

Joseph Anthony Wallace Jr., aged 61, passed away on May 3, 2025, in Salem, Virginia after a three year battle with gastric cancer. He was born on March 11, 1964, in Washington, D.C.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Joseph lived a life grounded in faith, selflessness, and love. He is survived by...

Apr 29, 2025

Wesley Adam Scott, known affectionately as Wes to all who knew and loved him, left this world on April 29, 2025, at the age of 31, after a valiant battle with kidney disease. Born on February 5, 1994, in Roanoke, Virginia, Wesley's zest for life and infectious spirit were evident from the start. His journey on Earth...

Apr 29, 2025

It is with both heavy hearts and deep gratitude that we celebrate the life of the extraordinary woman Roma Lowe Simmons born April 8, 1951, in Welch, WV — a woman whose warmth, faith, creativity, and love left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Roma passed away peacefully April 29, 2025, at the age of...

Apr 28, 2025

Ethel Hudson Waldron, 95, of Salem, Va., passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025. Born on November 14, 1929, to the late Andy Henry Hudson and Lena Irene Martin Hudson. She was the youngest of five children. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Hazel Hudson Boyd (Ernest), and Thelma Hudson...

Apr 28, 2025

Gary Lee Thomas, 77 of Salem, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025. He was born on October 31, 1947, in Roanoke, Va, son of the late Charles E. and Beatrice Viola Austin Thomas.

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by, Ann Howlett Thomas.

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Apr 23, 2025

James Smith Lough, 85, of Salem, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home of natural causes on April 23, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Ashton Lough Jr.; his mother, Miriam Smith Lough; his brothers, Ashton Lough and Stephen Lough; and his grandparents, aunts, and uncles.

Born on November 10,...

Apr 22, 2025

Timothy John "Tim" Heath, 50 of Salem, gained his wings, parting his earthly home for Heaven, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, after a long, courageous fight with Melanoma.

Tim was born on January 21, 1975, son of John and Yvonne Heath. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, proudly...

Apr 22, 2025

Edith Madeline Akers Conley, 89, of Salem, Va., went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

Edith was born in Bradshaw on July 23, 1935. She attended church all of her married life. In her spare time, she enjoyed working in her garden, reading, and playing her autoharp. She also adored...

Apr 21, 2025

Janet Belle Karnes, 87, formerly of Shawsville, Va., went to be with the Lord at Commonwealth Senior Living in Hillsville, Va., on Monday, April 21, 2025.

She was a longtime and very involved member of Shawsville CH Church where she led in several ways. Her work ethic was strong as she never sat...

Apr 21, 2025

Brookes David Beistel, 55, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025.

Brookes was born on October 20, 1969, in Charlottesville, Va., only a few months after the U.S. landed on the moon. As the child of older-than-average parents, and new sibling to his 17-year-old sister and 13-year-old brother, he quickly...

Apr 20, 2025

Mark Steven Schumacher, 68, of Salem, Virginia, but born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025. He is now able to be in peace and comfort after 20+ years of chronic pain. The family is rejoicing that on Easter Sunday, they were able to celebrate his new life with his Lord and...