Apr 20, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Scott E Atkinson announce his passing at the age of 90. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 64 years, Doris Atkinson; his three children, Debbie A Crabtree (Eddie Crabtree), Brenda Anders (Rodney Anders), Kenny Atkinson (Sherrie Atkinson); two grandchildren, Ashley Marshall (Tim Marshall) and Aaron Atkinson; Scott is also...

Apr 20, 2020

Michael S. Camden Sr., 66, of Salem, Va., passed away on Monday, April 20, 2020. Michael was a professional plasterer for over 30 years. He loved to tinker with things; not only could he fix about anything, but he could also teach others how to fix things. He enjoyed working in the yard, and also enjoyed shopping at Goodwill. Walking,...

Apr 20, 2020

Helen Ranere Gay, 95, of Salem, passed away Monday, April 20, 2020. She was born on September 17, 1924 in Hammonton, NJ, a daughter of the late Charles and Minnie Berenato Ranere. She was also preceded in death by her husband Clark Franklin Gay. Surviving are her children, Clark Anthony Tony Gay and wife Lisa Secord-Gay; her daughter, Alicia Gay;...

Apr 19, 2020

Leona Paxton Filkins, 89, of Salem, VA, formerly of New Castle, VA, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 19, 2020. She was born on Sunday, March 8, 1931, to the late Clifford C. Paxton and Daisy Mobee Saunders Paxton. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, John N. Filkins; brothers, William...

Apr 18, 2020

Robert J. B. Bobby Clingenpeel, 27, of Salem, passed away in his sleep on Saturday, April 18, 2020. Bobby enjoyed playing football every Sunday, playing his guitar and singing, and loved the outdoors. He never met a stranger and was always there for others with a big smile and a huge hug. Bobby was great with children, loved spending his...

Apr 17, 2020

Elizabeth Beth Ann Pettrey, 67, OF Salem, passed away unexpectedly, Friday morning, April 17, 2020. Beth was born November 24, 1952, in Logan, WV to James and Rose Brafford. She moved to Roanoke in 1970 to attend National Business College. She married the love of her life Alvin Earl Pettrey, on February 10, 1973. She had a very successful career...

Apr 17, 2020

Ileta Iris Bell Scott, 94, of Winston-Salem, N.C. passed away on Friday, April 17, 2020. Funeral services & survivors will be announced soon by John M. Oakey & Son. Service Details. Graveside Service When Thursday, April 23rd, 2020 Location Sherwood Memorial Park Address 1250 East Main Street Salem, Virginia 24153 Interment When Thursday, April 23rd, 2020 Location Sherwood Memorial Park...

Apr 17, 2020

Margery Faye (Gilster) May, born and raised in Onalaska Wisconsin, returned to her Creator and Savior while surrounded by family late on April 17, 2020. She was 76. Her parents, Alfred and Helen Gilster, and 3 of her siblings, Kenny Gilster, Elaine Fossum, and Phil Gilster preceded her. Her dear brother David (Barb) Gilster survived her. She is also survived...

Apr 15, 2020

Eddie Lee Ed Jarratt, 73, of Salem, went to be with the Lord on April 15, 2020, at home surrounded by his family. Ed was born on July 13, 1946, to the late Bryant and Mary Jarratt of Stony Creek, Virginia. The youngest of six children, he and his siblings grew up on a farm, growing tobacco and peanuts. He...

Apr 14, 2020

Marta M. Esbri-Lomba, 74, of Roanoke, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Service Details.

Apr 14, 2020

Richard Z. Dick Hurt, 90, of Salem, passed away at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital on April 14, 2020. He was born on September 25, 1929 in Salem, Va. To the late William Wallace and Carrie Pinkard Hurt. Dick leaves behind his love of his life of 68 years, wife, Marie Harless Hurt; four children, daughter, Bonnie Sabatini (Nick) of Florida,...

Apr 13, 2020

It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell to Alan Shreeman, belovd husband, father, co-worker, and friend. Alan passed peacefully, following a brief illness, on Monday, April 13, 2020. Rabbi Jama Purser will preside over a private graveside ceremony at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2020. Friends and loved ones are invited to share memories of Alan...

Apr 12, 2020

Margaret L. Farris, of Salem, Va., passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020, at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her husband, Duncan B. Farris; daughters, Carol L. Rittleburger and Bettie A. Spradlin; and one son who was stillborn. Those left to cherish her memory include two daughters; two gentlemen who she considered to be her...

Apr 10, 2020

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Jacob Steven Pillis, age 31, our beloved son, brother, family member and friend left his Earthly home to go to his Heavenly home on Friday, April 10, 2020, in his home in Salem, VA. Jacob was a light that shined brightly and everyone that knew him has been touched by his love for life...

Apr 10, 2020

Joyce Hill Lambert, 83, of Salem, entered into eternal life peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2020. She was born on January 17, 1937, in Salem, Virginia, to the late Minor and Claudine Hill. During her life, she was a long-time member of Fort Lewis Baptist Church where she served as a deacon, as well as serving in numerous other committees....

Apr 9, 2020

Lucille Lou Mae Baldwin Boyd of Salem, passed away on Thursday April 9th, in Vinton. Lou was a beautician-hairdresser with her own shop/business in Salem, previously before moving to Salem/Valley she had her own business in Richhlands, Va. She is preceded in death by her parents, James Natham Baldwin and Exie May Whited of S.W. Va.; a sister and brother,...

Apr 8, 2020

Richard E. "Dick" Wilklow, 74, of Salem, went to meet his wife Ruth in their Heavenly home, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 following a six year battle with cancer. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date when family and friends can once again gather together safely. An online guest book is...

Apr 8, 2020

Kenneth McArthur Perdue, Sr., age 77, of Salem, Va., passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. He was born on Saturday, June 27, 1942, to the late Arthur T. Perdue and Ruby Pate Perdue. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his four-legged sweet baby girl, Cricket. He is survived by his wife of 58 years,...

Apr 8, 2020

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Apr 8, 2020

Mary Ruth Mayo Tripp, 86 of New Castle, Virginia went to her heavenly home on Wednesday April 8, 2020. She was born on June 8, 1933 to the late Joseph Thomas and Freenie Bell Wright Mayo. Mary Ruth was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. She loved to sing, enjoyed her flower garden and could watch the birds for hours....