Bonnie Mae Crum
Jul 21, 2026
Bonnie Mae Locks Crum, 74, of Radford, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest G. Locks, Jr. and Patricia Walker Landrum; and her beloved husband, Calvin Crum, Sr.
Survivors include her children, Jonathan Crum and Calvin Crum, Jr.; grandchildren, Brittany and Creedance; great-grandchildren, Graysen, Caiden and Koen; and many other family members...
Ronald "Ronnie" Dale Alexander
Jul 21, 2026
Ronald Dale (Ronnie) Alexander, of Riner, VA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 21, 2026. Born September 17, 1944, in Crab Orchard, WV, Ronnie was a proud 1962 graduate of Dublin High School.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Lee, Sr. and Vida Lawson Alexander; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Thomas Herman...
Mildred Gae Roop Hedge
Jul 19, 2026
Mildred Gae Roop Hedge of Radford passed away on July 19, 2026, at the age of 98. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jeptha Trigg Roop and Pearl Jewel Akers, a brother, Lincoln Roop, and her husband, Luther Alvin Hedge.
She is survived by her three daughters, Doris Bryant (Roy Nelson) of Lemoore, California; Linda Brown of Dublin; and...
John Wayne Shelton
Jul 19, 2026
Met at Heaven’s gate by the open arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, and reunited with the loved ones who had gone before him, John Wayne Shelton, 76, of Radford, peacefully entered his eternal home on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
To those who knew him, John was many things—a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, respected businessman, trusted advisor, and faithful...
Joan Carroll Wright
Jul 19, 2026
Joan Carroll Wright, 74, of Pulaski, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold Lloyd “John” and Kathleen Courtney “Kat” Wright.
Survivors include her beloved daughters and son-in-law, Stephanie Harper (Garry), and Ashley Hall; grandchildren, Peyton Harper, Nora Hall, and Caroline Hall; sister and brother-in-law, Dana Pugh (Ned); friend and former husband, Steve...
Philip Taylor Hendrix
Jul 16, 2026
Philip Taylor Hendrix of Radford passed away Thursday, July 16, after a brief illness at age 78. Phil was born in Radford where he spent his entire life, the son of Carl and Helen Phillips Hendrix. He retired from Volvo Trucks as an IT programmer/analyst. Phil graduated from Radford High School and attended Emory & Henry and Virginia Tech. An...
James Wyatt Durham
Jul 15, 2026
"The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way." — Psalm 37:23 (KJV)
James Wyatt Durham, 89, of Blacksburg, Virginia, went to be with his Lord on July 15, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born on May 13, 1937, in Pickens, South Carolina, James—known to many as Jim—lived a life centered on his faith,...
Edgar "Eddie" Dewey Carpenter
Jul 15, 2026
Edgar “Eddie” Dewey Carpenter, 78, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2026. He was born November 3, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Earnest Carpenter and Rose Smith Carpenter and godparents, Frank and Ruby Carpenter Hamm. He was preceded in death by his longtime companion, Ann Adkins; and brothers, Jerry Carpenter, and Thomas Clarke.
He is survived by his sister, Nancy...
James Stephen Duncan
Jul 14, 2026
James “Steve” Stephen Duncan, 76, was born in Christiansburg, Virginia on January 1, 1950, and passed away on July 14, 2026. Steve retired from the Radford Army Ammunition Plant after over 38 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Arvil Duncan; his mother and stepfather, Elsie and Harold Dudley; and his brother, Tim Duncan.
He is survived by his...
Robert Roland Masse
Jul 12, 2026
Robert Roland Masse, 86, of Dublin, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026. He was retired from the U. S. Army and was retired as Head of Maintenance at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland Joseph and Mary Jane Masse; and his brother, Donny Masse.
Survivors include his wife, Peggy Hubble Masse; his...
Ronnie J. Spears
Jul 9, 2026
Ronnie J. “Moose” Spears, age 82, of Dublin, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and deep love for his family and his savior The Lord Jesus Christ. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Air Force. In his early years, Ronnie showcased his strong work...
Gwenda Gay Dobbins Duncan
Jul 9, 2026
Gwenda Gay Dobbins Duncan, 81, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, at her home in Radford. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Hampton and Mary Francis Neal Dobbins; husband, Charles Alfred Duncan; and her twin sister, Melinda Underwood.
She is survived by her brothers, Roy D. Dobbins and Larry H. Dobbins; nephews, Jason Underwood (Jenni), Doug Underwood (Donna),...
Avery Elizabeth Lawson
Jul 8, 2026
Avery Elizabeth Lawson went home to be with her Lord because she was too beautiful and precious for this world on July 8, 2026. She leaves behind a family who loved her dearly; her parents, Addison and Lauren Lawson; maternal grandmother, Kathy Young; maternal grandfather, Kevin Young; paternal grandparents, Shaun and Georgette Lawson; uncle and his girlfriend, Landen (Maddy) Lawson;...
Vanessa York Gourley
Jul 7, 2026
Vanessa Marie York Lucas Gourley, 87, of Radford, passed away at her home on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. She was born in Bolt, West Virginia on November 7, 1938. Vanessa was the beloved wife of Eugene Vincent Gourley, Jr of Radford, Virginia. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master’s Degree in Art Education. A retired educator,...
Vincent Joseph Clark, Jr.
Jul 5, 2026
Vincent Joseph Clark, Jr., lovingly known to his family as “Pawpaw” passed away on July 5, 2026, at the age of 84 after a brief illness.
Vincent was born at 5:21 a.m. on February 2, 1942 at The Staten Island Hospital in New York City, New York to his parents — Vincent Joseph Clark and Lois Perkins Clark. Vincent was welcomed...
Martin Luther Gardner, Jr.
Jul 3, 2026
Martin Luther Garnder, Jr., 79, of Radford, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Commonwealth Senior Living in Radford. He was born on August 22, 1946, in Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Simone Gardner; father, Martin Luther Garnder, Sr.; and his mother, Ruby Turner Shank.
Survivors include his sister, Ouida Poff of Pulaski; brother, Blaine...
Timothy Osborne Cox
Jul 2, 2026
Timothy Osborne Cox, 67, of Dublin, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 2, 2026. He was a former employee of Kollmorgen and was currently employed by Food Lion.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Clayton Cox, Sr. and Joan Lee Phillips Cox; his brother, John Cox, Jr.; and his sister, Dianne Poff.
He is survived by his daughter, Ashley...
Steven Rickey McKelvy
Jul 1, 2026
Steven Rickey McKelvy, affectionately known to family and friends as “Spook,” passed away on July 1, 2026, in Roanoke, Virginia, following a brief illness. He was 72 years old. Born on November 1, 1954, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Steve was the son of the late James Edward McKelvy and Sallie Rickey McKelvy. He graduated from Chattanooga High School with the Class...
Carrie Whittaker Barnett
Jun 29, 2026
Carrie Whitaker Barnett, age 97, of White Gate, Virginia, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 29, 2026. Born on June 2, 1929, Carrie lived a life rooted in faith, love, and service to others. Her faith was the foundation of her life. Every day began with her Bible, and one of the verses she cherished...
Rosemary Linda Salyers
Jun 29, 2026
Rosemary Linda (Linda) Byrd Salyers, 78, was born on April 30, 1948, and entered peacefully into Heaven on June 29, 2026, walking again into the arms of her beloved Jimmie, embracing all her loved ones waiting for her, and seeing Jesus face to face.
Linda was the eldest of 6 children, born in Richlands, Virginia. She had a large, loving family...
