Ola Jane Cox Painter
Jan 7, 2026
Ola Jane Cox Painter, 86, of Salem, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Ola was born to the late Nellie Gray Kanode Cox and Raymond Lee Cox in Botetourt, Va., on Sunday, March 26, 1939. She had a passion for gardening and took pride in the beautiful plants she tended. Ola’s grandchildren, Ryan and Audrey,...
William Craft
Jan 6, 2026
William Graham Craft, 74, of Salem, Va., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. A complete obituary will appear here shortly.
Thomas Edward Custer
Jan 5, 2026
Thomas Edward Custer, known affectionately as Tommy, passed away on January 5, 2026, in Roanoke, Virginia, at the age of 68.
Born on June 18, 1957, in Roanoke, VA, he was the beloved son of the late Robert and Hazel Custer. Tommy was a fun-loving and free-spirited individual whose generosity and kindness earned him the admiration and friendship of many. He...
Dreama Abbott
Jan 5, 2026
Dreama Ruth Bryant Abbott, 71, went to be with family in heaven on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Dreama was born to the late Earl Raymond Bryant and Ramona Ellen Sowers Bryant on Sunday, August 29, 1954. Her life was marked by kindness, compassion, and love. Dreama had a special appreciation for the beauty of flowers, and she loved animals, particularly...
Lorell Underwood Mathena
Jan 5, 2026
Lorell Underwood Mathena, 84, of Salem, Virginia, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 5, 2026.
She was born on Thursday, July 17, 1941, in Salem, Virginia, to the late John Andrew and Helen Lucille Underwood.
In addition to her parents, Lorell was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle Douglas Mathena; sisters, Frieda Hall and Janie Coffman;...
Vickie Lucas
Jan 4, 2026
Vickie Lucas lived a life marked by kindness, laughter, and deep love for family and friends. Vickie, age 68, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
In her spare time, she loved spending time outdoors and attending Grateful Dead concerts, but of all, loving on her beloved grandkids brought her the most joy.
Vickie was preceded in...
Rebecca Kelley
Jan 3, 2026
Rebecca Altice “Becky” Kelley died peacefully on January 3, 2026, at the age of 90.
Survived by her children, Jerry Kelley (Patty Givan), Michael Kelley (Kathy Kelley), Patricia Kelley Trail (Michael Trail), and Jeffrey Kelley (Shannon Kelley); grandchildren Ashley Karunaratne (Nilan Karunaratne), Andrew Kelley (Emily Rogers-Kelley), Megan Trevett (Joshua Trevett), Benjamin Kelley (Haleigh Kelley), Morgan Kelley, and Emily Kelley; great-grandchildren, Madison...
Mary Britts
Jan 2, 2026
Mary Ellen Lamb Britts, 86, of Salem, Va., passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026.On a cold Sunday morning at 9:45 a.m., the only child of the late Giles W. (Talley) Lamb and Ella Surber Lamb arrived at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Pearisburg, Va. The baby girl was named Mary Ellen for both of her grandmothers, Mary Brown Surber and...
John Ward Markell
Jan 1, 2026
John Ward Markell, 82, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on January 1, 2026. Arrangements are with John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home & Crematory, Salem, Va.
Gloria Huffman Hopkins
Jan 1, 2026
Gloria Jean Hopkins, 78, of Roanoke, VA, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Born on Sunday, April 27, 1947, to the late James Washington Huffman and Maxine Venable Huffman.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Gene, Michael, and Daniel.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Melanie, Michael (Nicole), and Kelly; her brother, James; and...
Gloria Mounts
Jan 1, 2026
Gloria Conner Mounts, 76, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was born on September 19, 1949, in Salem, Virginia, daughter to Bertie R. Conner and the late Roy A. Conner. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Danny A. Conner and Melvin L. Conner; and a sister, Darlene Yates.
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Diane Wing
Dec 31, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Diane Bute Wing, who went home to be with the Lord on December 31st, 2025. Diane passed peacefully at home, with her children by her side.
Diane was born to the late Gordon Taylor Bute and Velzora Ellen Hagelin Bute on March 10th, 1957 in Illinois, and later made...
Frances Weeks
Dec 30, 2025
Frances Linda Weeks, of Salem, Va., peacefully passed away at South Roanoke Nursing Home on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Frances worked in her mother's nursing home. She was a devoted wife and mom. She was a fun fun person! She loved to entertain friends and family at her home and the beautiful swimming pool she had. She loved going to...
Kenneth Paitsel
Dec 29, 2025
Kenneth “Kenny” James Paitsel, Sr., 81, of Salem, Va., went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 29, 2025. He was born on July 11,1944, to the late James and Alva Paitsel in Craig County. Kenny retired from Pepsi Co. and was an avid sportsman. He adored his family. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death...
Dianne Hankins
Dec 29, 2025
Dianne M. Hankins, 69, of Roanoke County Va., went to her Lord on Monday, December 29, 2025.
Dianne loved her family deeply and was very proud of her sons. Her love for children and young adults was demonstrated through her time as a Band Mom, her work in the Career Center at Glenvar High School, and her service in the...
Patricia Roseberry
Dec 28, 2025
Patricia Ellen Welder Roseberry, 77, of Salem, Virginia passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at the Lewis Gale Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Anna Lee Landis Oyler; stepfather, Robert Oyler and cousin John Kenney.
She is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Gill Reed Roseberry; best friend of 55 years, Rita Bryant...
Phyllis Morris
Dec 22, 2025
Phyllis Doss Morris, 85, of Salem, Va., passed peacefully from this world on Monday, December 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jeter Morgan and Geneva Young Doss; her son, Robert Craig Morris; and granddog, Prissy.
Phyllis was born in Franklin County, Va., and was a graduate of Jefferson High School in Roanoke, Va. She...
Joseph "Joey" Trovata
Dec 22, 2025
Joseph "Joey" Trovata, Jr., 74, of Shawsville, Va., was reunited with his loved ones gone before him Monday, December 22, 2025.
Joey was born to the late Angelina Melodayo Trovata and Joseph A. Trovata, Sr., on Thursday, February 1, 1951, in Binghamton, N.Y. The family later moved to Buffalo, N.Y. where Joey spent many years before moving to Virginia where...
Linda L. Aliff
Dec 21, 2025
Linda Lee Aliff, 78, of Salem, Va, went to be with the Lord Sunday, December 21, 2025, leaving behind a life rich with love, tradition, and joyful memories that will be cherished by all who knew her.
Born Saturday, June 28, 1947, in Pulaski County to the late Pierce and Sophie Reynolds.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death...
Margaret Beiley
Dec 21, 2025
Maggie Beiley, 84, of Salem, VA, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Friends may visit with the family from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem.
Online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.
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