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Barbara Guilliams Nichols

Barbara Guilliams Nichols

Sep 29, 2023

Barbara Guilliams Nichols age 72 of Callaway went home to be with Jesus on Friday, September 29, 2023. She was born on May 20, 1951 a daughter of the late Ralph and Eula Guilliams. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Kaye.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Billy Nichols; her sons, WD (Tonya), Dean...

The Hon. David A. Melesco (Ret.)

The Hon. David A. Melesco (Ret.)

Sep 26, 2023

 

Judge David Melesco passed away on September 26, 2023, and whatever comes next in the world he left behind will never, ever be quite as good or funny or magnificent or entertaining. As a father Dave was wise and patient and beloved by his children, whom he adored. As a husband, he was at the happy center of a...

Earl Kendrick Hurt, Jr.

Earl Kendrick Hurt, Jr.

Sep 24, 2023

 

Earl Kendrick (Ken) Hurt, Jr. of Union Hall, VA passed away peacefully at home on September 24, 2023 at the age of 81.  He was the eldest of Earl Kendrick Hurt, Sr. and Jane Baldwin Hurt York.

                Ken was born on September 23, 1942 in Richlands, Virginia.  He graduated from Richlands High School in 1959 and Greenbrier Military...

LaVerne Moran

LaVerne Moran

Sep 21, 2023

LaVerne Oakes Moran age 71 of Rocky Mount passed away at her home on Thursday, September 21, 2023. She was born on June 30, 1952 a daughter of the late Kelly Willard and Evelyn Law Oakes. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Kim Oakes; sister, Bernae Adams; father-in-law, Flemon Moran; mother-in-law, Dee Moran Kalmbach; her brothers-in-law, Butch...

Crystal King

Crystal King

Sep 20, 2023

Crystal Anne Chambers King age 67 of Hardy passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 surrounded by her family.

She was born on February 3, 1956 a daughter of Howard Chambers and the late Edna Apperson Chambers. She was also preceded in death her husband, Jerry Wayne King. She is survived by her father, Howard Chambers; five sisters, Eilain Chambers,...

Joe Camp, Sr.

Joe Camp, Sr.

Sep 14, 2023

Joseph "Joe" Myles Camp, Sr., 72, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed from this world to the next on September 14, 2023 after a long illness.

 

A loving father and a loyal friend, Joe was born on September 9, 1951 in Sweet Springs, WV. He was known for his kind heart, strong work ethic, and devotion to his family.

 

Joe...

Debbie Stump

Debbie Stump

Sep 10, 2023

Debbie Stump, age 62 of Rocky Mount, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023. Arrangements are private by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rt. 220, Rocky Mount

Clara Anne Hale

Clara Anne Hale

Sep 7, 2023

 

Clara Anne Hale, 81 of Rocky Mount, VA passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023.  She was a daughter of the late James Russell and Mary Elizabeth Divers Jenkins.  She was also preceded in death by her husbands, James Jones and Lawrence Hale; son, Lonnie Wayne Jones; and great-niece, Amber Hoback.  She worked at VA Apparel and after retirement,...

Judy Arrington

Judy Arrington

Sep 2, 2023

Judith "Judy" Weston Arrington age 70 of Henry passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023. She was born on April 8, 1953 a daughter of the late Charles and Billie Weston and was also preceded in death by sisters, Donna Maloy and Pamela Betters; father-in-law, Maynard "Pop" Arrington; mother-in-law, Clara Mae Frame; and brothers-in-law, Mike "Old Man" Cross and Donald...

Pat Miles

Pat Miles

Aug 28, 2023

 

Patricia Leah “Pat” Miles age 70 of Callaway passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born on February 27, 1953, a daughter of the late James and Doris T. Turner; her husband, Matt Miles.

She is survived by her daughter, Frankie Joyce; two sons, Russell Joyce and Robert Joyce; 12 grandchildren; one...

Clyde L. Pagans

Clyde L. Pagans

Aug 25, 2023

 

Clyde L Pagans, 92, of Union Hall, VA passed away Friday, August 25, 2023 at his home. He was born June 26, 1931 the son of the late Porter Pagans and Eunie Mae Pagans. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Evelyn Pagans. Surviving are three daughters, Linda Furrow, Darlene Ayers (James), Wanda Mattox (Jimmy); three sons,...

Bonnie Conner

Bonnie Conner

Aug 24, 2023

 

Bonnie Ann Chittum Conner, age 62 of Roanoke, Virginia, residing on Boones Mill, VA passed away on August 24, 2023 at 9:15 PM.

 

Bonnie was born at Roanoke Memorial to James and Denise Chittum on September 28, 1960.  She attended Stonewall Jackson High School where she played soccer.  She was married in 1987 to Warren Conner and they...

Nathan Robert Turner, Sr.

Nathan Robert Turner, Sr.

Aug 19, 2023

 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nathan "Nat" Robert Turner, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He left us on August 19, 2023 at age 82. Born at home on September 1, 1940, in Wirtz, Virginia, to Kent Turner and Angie Brown Turner, Nat lived a life filled with dedication, love,...

Erich Gage Faber

Erich Gage Faber

Aug 17, 2023

Erich Gage Faber was called to be with his Lord and Savior on August 17, 2023. He is the son of Jack Faber and Kaitlyn Ross. Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.

Henry Wagner

Henry Wagner

Aug 15, 2023

Henry Allen Wagner age 82 of Rocky Mount passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family.

Henry was born on October 22, 1940 a son of the late George and Virginia Stump Wagner. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty Brubaker Wagner; and a sister, Mae Mitchell.

Henry was an...

Eddie Lamkin

Eddie Lamkin

Aug 12, 2023

Edward Lee "Eddie" Lamkin, age 51 of Ferrum passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023. He was born on December 22, 1971 to James Harvey and Nancy Dudley Lamkin. 

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his children, Amber Mann (John), Tori Lamkin, Cody Lamkin, Scott Lamkin, Adam Lamkin, and Abby Lamkin; grandchildren, Sofia Mann, Marshall Mann,...

Fred Fuller

Fred Fuller

Aug 12, 2023

Freddie M. "Fred" Fuller age 83 of Rocky Mount passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023, in Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Joyce Fuller; and his second wife, Gladys Fuller; son-in-law. Steven Clingenpeel.

He is survived by his children, Mark Fuller (Anita Kendrick), Deanna Elliott (Charles); Victor Clingenpeel (Jack); his...

Ingrid Lawrence

Ingrid Lawrence

Aug 9, 2023

Ingrid Lawrence age 85 of Wirtz and formerly of Indiana passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

Local arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 241501 and arrangements in Indiana by Flanner & Buchanan Mortuaries, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Goldie Hale

Goldie Hale

Aug 9, 2023

Goldie Hale, age 77 of Rocky Mount, passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2023, Graveside services will be private per her wishes by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount.

Mabel "Ruth" Arrington

Mabel "Ruth" Arrington

Aug 7, 2023

 

On the evening of August 07, 2023, Mabel “Ruth” Arrington, age 85, transitioned peacefully to heaven while listening to a reading of Psalms.

Ruth and her siblings: Billie, Jimmy, Francis, Rodney, and Nancy were raised in Collinsville, Virginia, by their parents Oscar and Mable Mayhew. As a child, Ruth learned to cook and to sew, and found a...

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