James David Poindexter
Jan 20, 2021
James David Poindexter, known fondly as “Jimmy,” passed away on January 1, 2021, at the age of 80. He was born on October 31, 1940, and grew up in Franklin County, Va. Jimmy led a life marked by dedication, service, and a passion for wildlife conservation.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, James Paul Poindexter and Dorothy Evans Poindexter,...
Joann Brown Poindexter
Feb 11, 2025
Joann Brown Poindexter, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend entered eternal rest peacefully on February 11, 2025, in the comfort of her home at the age of 83. Born on August 24, 1941, in Franklin County, Va., Joann was the cherished wife of the late James D. Poindexter and a devoted member of her family and community.
Joann was predeceased by...
Cephas Oliver Hill
Jan 26, 2025
Cephas Oliver Hill, age 59 of Boones Mill, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025. Mr. Hill was born February 4, 1965 to the late Cephas Oliver Hill, Sr. and Iris Mills Hill. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter Lacy Olivia Hill; brothers David and Stanley Hill. Cephas was a genuinely selfless and humble...
Clarence James Love
Feb 16, 2025
James (Jim) Love of Saint Cloud, Florida passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the age of 76, following a recent illness. One of two children, he was born on April 12, 1948 in Copiague, New York to the late Clarence William Love and Mary Grimaldi Love.
Jim and his sister, Nancy Love-Martin, had an unconventional and challenging start in...
Rick Holt
Feb 13, 2025
Richard "Rick" Allen Holt age 73 of Rocky Mount passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Rick was born on July 31, 1951 a son of the late Frank and Lou Viars Holt. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Betty Walker Holt; brother, Jimmy Holt; and his brother-in-law, Billy Walker. Rick retired from the United States Postal...
Debbie Abshire
Feb 13, 2025
Debra “Debbie” P. Abshire
Debbie Paxton Abshire, 70, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 13, 2025. She was born on February 3, 1955, in Roanoke, Virginia, to the late Charles Paxton and Ila Burd Paxton.
A devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and proud great-grandmother, Debbie’s warmth and kindness touched all who knew...
Tommy R. Guthrie
Feb 11, 2025
Thomas “Tommy” Raymond Guthrie, age 74, of Boones Mill, VA, passed away on February 11, 2025.
He was born December 9, 1950, and is preceded by his loving parents, Riley and Thelma Guthrie, and brother, Gary Guthrie.
Tommy is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years Becky Guthrie, son Noah Guthrie (significant other Melissa Rolfes) of Roanoke, VA, son Joshua Guthrie...
Charles Ray Aikman
Feb 10, 2025
Charles Ray "Chuck" Aikman, age 92 of Boones Mill, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025. A memorial service will be conducted 1:00 PM Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Faith Fellowship. Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rt. 220, Rocky Mount.
Roberta Marie Harrison
Feb 9, 2025
Roberta Marie Harrison, age 83 of Moneta, passed away February 9, 2025. Arrangements are private by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home
Jack Kendrick
Feb 7, 2025
Jack Kyle Kendrick age 93 of Vinton passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, at his home. He was born on October 25, 1931 a son of the late Arthur and Lena Davidson Kendrick. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Velma Perdue Kendrick; sisters, Theresia K. Hylton, Patricia K. Hancock and Nina K. Bowles; and brother, Allen...
Ruth Housman
Feb 1, 2025
Ruth Clara Housman age 88 of Boones Mill passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 20, 1936 a daughter of the late Samuel and Josie Bowyer White. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Buford A. White; son-in-law, Douglas Finnigan; and brothers-in-law, Wayne Wright and...
Bob Eames
Jan 31, 2025
Bobby "Bob" Glenn Eames age 86 of Boones Mill passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 in Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was preceded in death by his mother, Minnie Kesler Murray.
Bob was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and retired as a Franklin County Sheriff's Deputy with over 30 years of service. He started out as a Jailor in the...
Pat Wilson
Jan 31, 2025
Paul "Pat" Layne Wilson age 87 of Rocky Mount passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 AM Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Conner-Bowman Funeral Home with Mr. Aaron Ratliff and Pastor Bryan Ratliff officiating. Interment will follow with military honors at Maple Grove Cemetery. Pat's family will...
Paul Alley
Jan 30, 2025
Paul Junior Alley age 78 of Wirtz and formerly of Bassett passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025. He was born on May 1, 1946 a son of the late George Washington Alley and Lexi Rose Alley. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Baker Alley; and son-in-law, Dean Blankenship.
He is survived by his daughters, Linda Blankenship and...
Robert Wayne Markham
Jan 30, 2025
Robert Wayne Markham age 67 of Ferrum passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born on January 16, 1958 a son of the late Miles and Lottie Markham. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Doyle Markham and Terry Markham; and a daughter-in-law, Robin Blankenship.
Robert is survived by his wife, Connie Markham;...
Ronald Craig Gillaspie
Jan 30, 2025
Ronald Craig Gillaspie age 76 of Rocky Mount passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 in Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
There will not be any services per his wishes.
Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.
Gary Stephans Talbert
Jan 29, 2025
Gary Stephans Talbert, a lifelong resident of Patrick County and Martinsville, VA passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on June 12, 1954, Gary was the son of Eva Irene Hylton and Lewis Earl Talbert and the brother of Randy Talbert of Stuart, VA and Melvin Talbert of Fayetteville, NC.
Gary was a man of...
Doris Yvonne Boitnott
Jan 27, 2025
Doris Yvonne Boitnott, 70, of Castlewood, VA, passed away on January 27, 2025 in Abingdon, VA.
Born on August 14, 1954, to Howard Wesley and Elsie Jacqueline Feazelle Boitnott, she was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, David Lewis. She is survived by her sister, Kitty Jean Boitnott of Glen Allen, VA and her loving partner and caretaker,...
Roger Allen Hodges
Jan 27, 2025
Roger Allen Hodges, age 73, of Rocky Mount Va, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025. He was born on September 5, 1951, to the late Cabell and Cora Hodges. He is also preceded in death by his two brothers, Ronnie Hodges, and Russell Hodges. Roger was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend whose humor and warmth...
Joanne Parker Hunter
Jan 20, 2025
Joanne Parker Hunter age 84 of Rocky Mount passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025. She was born July 2, 1940 to the late John Parker and Lillian Brady Parker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Jimmy Parker.
Surviving are her loving husband of 63 years, Alvin Hunter; daughter Lynn Hunter, son Michael Hunter...
