David Lee Gravely
Aug 15, 2023
David Lee Gravely, 69, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amos ODell and Sarah Reed Gravely. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Susan Simpson Gravely; daughter and son-in-law, Jenny and Alden Hess; son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Tonya Gravely; stepchildren, Shelley Quesenberry, and Jay and Amber Summers;...
Frances "Shorty" Williams
Aug 15, 2023
Frances "Shorty" Williams, 96, of Radford went to begin her new journey with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Shorty was a lifetime member of Central Church Radford, previously known as Central United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, David Lacy and Dolie Graham Moses; and 9 brothers and sisters. Survivors include her daughter,...
Veronica Anne Rombow
Aug 13, 2023
Veronica Anne White Rombow, 43, passed away at her home in Pulaski on Sunday, August 13, 2023. She was preceded in death by her step-father, David Woodyard. Survivors include her mother, Anne Woodyard; brother, Stanley William White (Julie); sons, Nathaniel Hart and Ethan White; daughter, Skarlytt Lytton; step-brothers, Steven Woodyard and Jonathan Woodyard; and many other relatives and friends. The...
Nancy Carol Hurst
Aug 13, 2023
Nancy Carol Thomas Hurst, 71, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Nancy was a member of Max Creek Baptist Church and an employee of CVG in Dublin and previously worked at Rowe Furniture in Salem. She was preceded in death by her parents, Moyer Clifton and Lillie Hill Thomas; brother, Jerry Wayne Thomas; and her grandsons, Steven Duncan and...
Early Anderson Cochran, Sr.
Aug 10, 2023
Early Anderson Cochran, Sr., age 81, of Radford, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer, and is now in the presence of his Lord and savior Jesus Christ. He was born July 1, 1942, the son of the late Rev. Early Otto and Mamie Turpin Cochran. He served in the United States Air Force...
Noah David "Dave" Conner, Sr.
Aug 8, 2023
Noah David "Dave" Conner, Sr., 81, of Dublin, Virginia, passed away at his home on August 8, 2023. Dave, fondly known as Big Dave, was born to Luther and Grace Conner, on June 1, 1942, in Radford, Virginia. He was a graduate of Radford High School, and completed undergraduate study at Virginia Tech. Dave worked at Kollmorgen as a Quality...
William Malcolm Tallant, Sr.
Aug 7, 2023
William Malcolm Tallant, Sr., 82, of Radford, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, in Lewis-Gale Medical Center in Salem. He was a retired U. S. Army Veteran having served during the Vietnam War. After his military career he retired from VA Tech after 20 years as a communication technician. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles William and...
Frank Lee Vines, Jr.
Aug 7, 2023
Frank Lee Vines, Jr., 86, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at his home in Belspring surrounded by his family. He was retired from the U. S. Navy after serving 21 years and was also a retired deputy sheriff. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Sr. and Elsie Vines; and a son, Wayne Stilwell. Survivors include his...
John Page "Jj" Johnson
Aug 6, 2023
John Page Johnson "JJ", 78, of Radford, VA passed away on August 6, 2023, from a severe stroke. He fought a brave battle but complications made it impossible for him to recover. The Johnson family would like to thank the staff at Roanoke Carilion Hospital, Radford Health & Rehab, Intrepid Hospice, and Dr. Charles Judy for their professional and compassionate...
Bobby Fuqua Farmer
Aug 6, 2023
Bobby Fuqua Farmer, 87, gained his angel wings on Sunday, August 6, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Ruth Farmer; and his brother, Jim Farmer. He lost the love of his life, Eula Farmer 5 years ago and had grieved her passing every day. He is survived by his daughters and...
Sara Jane Cliff Hagan
Aug 5, 2023
Sara Jane (Cliff) Hagan, 72, of Radford, Va., formerly of Huntington, W.Va., passed away following complications from Multiple Sclerosis. Born to Charles "Pete" and Elsie Cliff on January 15, 1951, Janie earned her nursing degree from St. Mary's. Her career in nursing led her to work at Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) in several roles, including as a trauma nurse...
Geraldine "Jerri" Roop Moricle
Aug 2, 2023
Geraldine "Jerri" Roop Moricle, 93, of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, William McKinley and Ollie Dobbins Roop; and her loving husband, Wilfred Lane Moricle. Survivors include her great nephew, Dale "Buddy" Moricle; caretaker and special friend, Debbie Quesenberry; special friend, Lee Simpkins; niece, Donna Sparks; and many other family...
Barbara "Bobbie" Nester Mcmullin
Aug 2, 2023
Barbara "Bobbie" Nester McMullin, 79, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at her home in Fairlawn. She was a hairdresser and volunteered at the Womens Resource Center. She received her Associate Degree in Social Work from the New River Community College. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Clyde Nester and Ethel Craig Nester; brothers, Arnold and Roger...
Lillie Gay Roop Fortner
Jul 30, 2023
Lillie Gay Roop Fortner, 68, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 30, 2023. She was born on March 29, 1955. Lillie was preceded in death by her parents, Hassel and Millie Roop; and her granddaughter, Hannah Hall. She is survived by her loving husband and caregiver, Rocky Steven Fortner; sons, David Grimm (Brandy) and William Hall...
Joyce Ann Riggins Brown
Jul 29, 2023
Joyce Ann Riggins Brown, 80, passed away at her home in Dublin on Saturday, July 29, 2023. She was retired from Volvo Trucks. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, George and Daisy Riggins; daughter, Sandra Woolridge; and sister, Brenda Bear. She is survived by her daughters, Angela Brun, and Kimberly Breeden; son-in-law, Larry Woolridge; grandchildren, Hailey Brugh (Eli...
David Thomas Whitlock
Jul 28, 2023
David Thomas Whitlock, 73, of Barren Springs, Virginia gained his heavenly body on Friday, July 28, 2023, at his home surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his memory by living their lives to the fullest. David was born March 24, 1950, in Radford, Virginia to the late Maynard "Bunk" and Betty Murdock Whitlock. What a joyous reunion,...
Eric Lemmont Webb
Jul 26, 2023
Eric Lemmont Webb, 46, of Pulaski, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Dency Webb. Survivors include his loving wife, Amanda Elizabeth Webb; daughters, Erika and Eriyah Webb; mother, Betty Jean Webb; stepchildren, Jasmine Taylor, Ethan Charlton, II, and Elijah Wesley; brothers, David Jeter (Carlea), J.T. Hayden, and Anthony Hayden; sister, Lekeshia...
Helen Marie Wade
Jul 26, 2023
Helen Marie Wade, 97, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hiley Joe and Azula Wade; sisters, Eula Simpkins, Ovella Wade and Erma Wade; and her brothers, Frank, Clarence and Herschel Wade. Helen is survived by many nieces and nephews. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Radford. Helen loved...
James Robert Fisher, Jr.
Jul 23, 2023
Jimmy Fisher, 71, of Radford, passed away peacefully at home on July 23rd. He was surrounded by his family who loved him and laughed with him right up until the end. Jimmy is survived by his wife of 52 years, JoAnn; daughter, Shelly Fisher, of Radford and her children, Julius, Anabel, Patton, and Sophie, of Radford; daughter, Jamie Moffit and...
William "Bill" Clyde Johnston
Jul 22, 2023
William "Bill" Clyde Johnston, 67, passed away after an extended illness on Saturday, July 22, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde William and Hazel White Johnston. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Valerie Oder Johnston; daughter and son-in-law, Caroline Mora (Andres Mora Guevara); son, Tyler William Henry Johnston; grandchildren, Austin, Andrew, Ariana,...
