Frances Pickerel Viars
Nov 24, 2024
Frances Irene Pickerel Viars, 80, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at her home in Pulaski. She was a member of Pulaski Church of God and a retired insurance representative with American General. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Reuben and Nina Lou Pickerel; stepson, Jack Viars; brother-in-law, Doug McFall; and nephew-in-law, Bill Jones. Survivors include her...
Belvia B. Sarver
Nov 24, 2024
Belvia B. Mullins Sarver, 95, of Parrott, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was born on August 10, 1929, in Pound, Va. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Earl Sarver, Jr.; grandson, Dustin Earl Sarver; and her great-granddaughter, Jodi Bolland. Belvia is survived by her children,...
Leohma Webb Hughes
Nov 19, 2024
Leohma Webb Hughes, 95, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Byron and Bertha Alls Webb; her husband, Alva S. Hughes; her sons, Jerry and Harold Hughes; and 6 of her siblings. Survivors include her son, Jeffrey W. Hughes of Jersey City, N.J.; daughter, Sarah H. Holland (Robert) of Christiansburg; grandchildren, Jodi,...
Jama Mcgee Mason
Nov 13, 2024
Jama McGee Mason, 70, of Radford, died November 13, 2024, surrounded by family. The daughter of the late James and Maggie McGee, she grew up in Yuma, Virginia, graduating as the valedictorian of Gate City High School in 1972 and receiving a degree in accounting from Virginia Tech. An avid and tenacious genealogist for the past 28 years, she was...
Elizabeth "Betty" Davis Grayson
Nov 13, 2024
Elizabeth (Betty) Grayson,86, of Radford, Virginia died on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, while residing with her son in Dublin, Va. Betty was born on March 28, 1938, in Winston-Salem, N.C. to Susan Davis and Thomas Warren Davis. She attended Radford High School and was a graduate of Radford University. Betty was predeceased by one son, Steven Grayson as well as...
Alice Faye Duncan Saunders
Nov 11, 2024
Alice Faye Duncan Saunders, 83, of Hiwassee, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024. She was a beautician and owned and operated Pulaski Family Hair Care. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bert and Margaret Duncan; husband, Mack Louis Saunders, Jr.; son, Mark Saunders; sister, Sandra Swatkowski; and brother, Jerry Duncan. Survivors include her daughter, Susan Alderman (Brad);...
Mary Denise Edmonds
Nov 11, 2024
Mary Denise Edmonds, 64, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024, at her home in Dublin. She retired from Radford Universitys catering department and worked at Wendys in Dublin. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Joe Lewis, Sr. and Mary Ann Beverly Edmonds; and her brother, Joe Edmonds, Jr. Survivors include her daughter, Sheena Johnson (James); grandson, Izayus Johnson;...
Veronica Nichole Taylor
Nov 6, 2024
Veronica Nichole Taylor, 52, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at her home in Christiansburg. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Early Taylor. Survivors include her son, James Taylor (Kasey McKaig), daughter, Cambria Hayden (Richie); mother, Sally Yvonne Taylor; brother, James Anthony Taylor; sister, Angela Parris and Samantha Parris (Cris); nephews, Ronal and Ryan Parris, Jaylin Nowlin,...
Douglas Eugene Dehart
Nov 4, 2024
Douglas Eugene DeHart, 84, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024, at his home in Radford surrounded by his family. He was owner and operator of Carpets by DeHart and served in the National Guard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene R. and Nannie Corvin DeHart; son, Kevin DeHart; and sisters, Edna D. Carden and Shirley Joan DeHart....
Zachary Foster Ratcliffe
Nov 3, 2024
Zachary Ratcliffe, 30, of Pulaski, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Karen Denise Ratcliffe. Survivors include his father, Donald Foster Ratcliffe; brother, Jason Surratt; sister, Kayla Ratcliffe; grandparents, David and Becky Hicks; and many other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and several other relatives and special friends. A graveside service will...
William "Bill" Edward Vest
Nov 2, 2024
William Edward (Bill) Vest of Radford, died November 2, 2024, surrounded by family after a long, full and happy life. He was born June 4, 1933, in Floyd County, the seventh son and youngest of ten children of the late James B. and Louella F. Vest. With all four grandparents born with the last name Vest, he carried the family...
Ruth Atkinson Willis
Oct 31, 2024
Ruth Atkinson Willis passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the age of 106. Born on December 8, 1917, Ruth lived a remarkable and legacy filled life with love, dedication, and fearlessness. She was known for her fierce independence, fashionable sense of style, unwavering support, and quick wit, but more importantly, her heart for the...
Arintha Quesenberry Smith
Oct 31, 2024
Arintha Quesenberry Smith, 86, of Dublin, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024. She was a member of the Laurel Hill Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Viller and Gertrude Quesenberry; husband, Curtis Willis Smith, Sr.; son, Curtis W. Smith Jr.; and siblings, Stelleen Saul, Shirley Duncan, and Draper Quesenberry. Survivors include her daughter, Debra Ann...
Salvatore Anthony Bartorillo
Oct 30, 2024
Salvatore Anthony Bartorillo, 72, of Draper, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Carmen and Carmelina Forte Bartorillo; his wife, Carol Elizabeth Bartorillo; and sister, Grace Marie Mills. He is survived by his loving companion, Ida Trail; daughters, Theresa Stoddard (Jason) and Lisa Smith; sons, Tony and Johnny; Idas daughters, Bridget...
Alfred Lee Hughett
Oct 28, 2024
Alfred Lee Hughett, 80, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024, at his home in Pulaski County surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rachel Hughett; 2 brothers; 3 sisters, and granddaughter, Kim Jones. He owned and operated Alfred L. Hughett Construction since 1968. He enjoyed operating his equipment, working the farm and...
Sarah Katherine Collins Estes
Oct 27, 2024
Sarah Katherine Collins Estes, 88, of Radford, left us peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2024.A beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Sarah will be remembered for her dedication to her church and her kindness and willingness to help others in need. She was a member of the East Radford Church of God and formerly managed rental properties. She was preceded in...
Martha Kate Webb Olverson
Oct 27, 2024
Martha Kate Webb Olverson, 79, of Radford, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ike Webb and Bertha Davidson; her loving husband, Rudolph Olverson; sisters, Dency Webb, Mildred Williams, Catherine Parsons and Lola Gambill; and her brothers, Alfonzo Davidson, Richard Webb, Carl Webb, Bob Webb, and Tommy Webb. Survivors include her son...
Opal Shelor Hylton
Oct 26, 2024
Opal Shelor Hylton, 102, of Fairlawn, Va., passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024. She was born in Floyd County, to the late Harmon Banard Shelor and Beulah Harman Shelor. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Welden Hylton of 67 years; her sister Hazel Shelor Nester, and a brother Thomas Shelor. She worked at Leggett and Radford Arsenal...
Drayton Josiah Pyles
Oct 25, 2024
Drayton Josiah Pyles, 5, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024. Survivors include his mother, Misty Marie Yopp Pyles; grandparents, Randy and Frances Duncan; little brother, Onyx Stewart; uncles, Jimmy, Chuckie, Wes, Michael and Alex; aunts, Ryleigh, Jessica and Christin; great-grandparents, Roger and Bonnie Cox; home health nurse and adult bestie, Monica Tolley; and many other relatives and close friends....
James Collie Phillips
Oct 24, 2024
James C. Phillips, 97, of Radford, Va., passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024. He was born July 3, 1927, to the late Charlie Ross Phillips and Ocie Hollandsworth Phillips. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Eula Mae Turpin Phillips; his brother, Charlie, Kirby and Ralph Phillips; 2 infant brothers; his stepson, Thomas...
