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...
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...
Frankie Holt Cook
Jun 25, 2026
Frankie Holt Cook was born in Radford, Virginia on August 22, 1932, and passed away on June 25, 2026. She married her high school sweetheart, Dick Cook, on August 25, 1951. An avid golfer and a stranger to no one, a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a devoted caregiver, she lived more than ninety years, and every one of us is...
Wanda Sue Simpkins
Jun 24, 2026
Wanda Sue Simpkins, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Waddie Simpkins and Lucille Simpkins; brothers, Eulace Simpkins (Virginia) and James Simpkins (Phyllis); sister, Irene Simpkins.
Survivors include her loving children, Connie Viar (Bob), Bobby Boothe (Annette) and Susan Chrisley (Jerry); grandchildren, Josh, Justin, Alicia, Luke, Kristan and Kelsey; great grandchildren,...
Frederick "Freddie" Sale Smith
Jun 23, 2026
Frederick Sale Smith, 80, of Radford, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2026. He was the owner of Misty Hollow Farms and attended New Hope Church of God. He was preceded in death by his parents, Larry C. Smith and Ruby Evelyn Sale Smith; his sister, Julia M. Smith; and step daughter-in-law, Tammy Keith.
Freddie loved his Dry Valley Farm where he...
Rodney Dale Howell
Jun 22, 2026
Rodney Dale Howell, 60, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Junior and Ethel DeWitt Howell.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Krista Howell McPeak (J.C.); grandchildren, Caedan Howell and Presley McPeak; sister and brother-in-law, Pamela Hopkins (Randy), and Pam Mitchem; brothers and sisters-in-law, Carl Howell (Tina), Randy Howell (Pat),...
Cynthia Diane White
Jun 22, 2026
Cynthia (Cindy) Diane Furrow White, 63 of Pulaski, VA., passed away at her home on Monday, June 22, 2026. Born, December 21, 1962, Cindy was preceded in death by her daughter, Amanda Leigh Turpin Hopkins; maternal grandparents, Jesse Lee, and Ruby Mae Howell Mabry; uncle, William Michael Mabry; paternal grandparents, William Otis and Mary Leona Farmer Furrow; aunt, Scarlet Bain;...
Dr. Ruth Shannon Newton Fisher
Jun 21, 2026
Dr. Ruth Shannon Newton Fisher, a beloved mother, grandmother, educator, nurse, and friend, passed away after a life filled with purpose, learning, adventure, and love. Born in Virginia, Ruth remained devoted to her home state throughout her life, embracing its people and communities with warmth and generosity.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Ellen Newton and Rufus Newton; her...
Georgia Yvone Potts
Jun 17, 2026
Georgia Yvone Potts, 82, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. She embraced life’s simple joys and was happiest surrounded by family, a good book, and sharing her love through home-cooked meals. Her lifelong affection for pigs brought her much happiness. Georgia was preceded in death by her parents, Frank George Anderson and Elizabeth Sally Inman Anderson.
Survivors include her loving...
