Clementine Karis Palattao
Jan 22, 2023
Nestled in the heart of Kansas City, the most precious little daughter in
the world was born: Clementine Karis Palattao. She arrived on October 26,
2022, welcomed into the world by her loving parents in a peaceful,
beautiful labor that took place in the comfort of their home. She barely
cried, so eager was she to finally meet her parents...
Pauline Young
Jan 22, 2023
On Sunday, January 22, 2023, our beloved Pauline Young, passed away peacefully at Highpointe Nursing Home in Buffalo, NY and entered into the nearer presence of our Lord.
Memories of her 90 years made a difference in the lives of others. She is the daughter of the late Richard and Bertha Young of Ferrum, VA and was also preceded...
James A. "Pete" Brown
Jan 21, 2023
James A. “Pete” Brown, age 89 of Glade Hill, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023. He was born July 2, 1933 to the late Fitzhugh and Orene Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by as son Calvin Brown; daughter Rhonda Philpott; brother Bill Brown; sister Betty Manning. Mr. Brown proudly served his country in...
Judy Kay Orwan Vernon
Jan 21, 2023
Judy Kay Orwan Vernon, 57, of Rocky Mount, VA passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born in Pennsylvania on March 6, 1965 the daughter of the late Emma Catherine Hile Orwan. Surviving are her husband, Franklin C. Vernon; two sisters, Gloria Master, Brenda Snook; brother, Rick Orwan; foster sister, Donna Martin; three...
Thomas Edward Higgins
Jan 16, 2023
Thomas Edward Higgins, age 87, of Union Hall, VA passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 14, 1935 the son of the late Anne M. Simpkins and William R. Higgins. He is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Linda Higgins and his beloved sister, Maureen Vaganek,...
James Cecil Guilliams
Jan 12, 2023
James Cecil Guilliams age 80 of Callaway passed away at his home on Thursday, January 12, 2023 surrounded by his family.
He was born on January 28, 1942 a son of the late James Moyer and Katie Price Guilliams. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Jason Guilliams and Bobby Ray Guilliams.
Surviving are his...
Kyle Edward "Ed" Goode, Sr.
Jan 11, 2023
Kyle Edward Goode, Sr. age 95 of Rocky Mount passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. He was born on August 24, 1927 a son of the late Kyle and Elsie Brammer Goode. He was also preceded in death by his first wife Janet Richardson Goode, (married 1946 until their divorce in 1974); his second wife, Reva Whitlock Goode...
David Gary DeRaps
Jan 10, 2023
David Gary DeRaps age 81 of Clermont, FL passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at his daughters’ residence in Rocky Mount while visiting. He was born on February 9, 1941 a son of the late Elias Harold and Celia Landers DeRaps. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and a HVAC Pipe Welder by trade....
Dr. Gayle Wampler Adams
Jan 10, 2023
Dr. Gayle Wampler Adams, 62 of Boones Mill, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023. She was born February 29, 1960 to the late Galen and Shirley Wampler. Surviving is her loving husband Gregory Adams; daughter Joanna Adams; brother Christopher Wampler; sisters Jennifer Wampler and Margaret Lum. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023 from Redeeming Life...
Patsy C. Light
Jan 9, 2023
Patsy C. Light passed away January 9, 2023 in her home, unexpectantly, and gently into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ. She was a faithful servant and member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Rocky Mount. She also volunteered with hospice for 20 years. She also acted in plays with Attic Productions in Roanoke, VA. She also worked for C...
Vanessa "Dearl" Dillon Holland
Jan 7, 2023
Vanessa "Dearl" Dillon Holland age 85 of Wirtz went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 7, 2023 in the local hospital. She was bornon April 24, 1937 a daughter of the late Joseph Lewis and Geneva Horne Dillon. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Quintin Holland; and a son, Melvin Jessie Holland; sisters, brothers, sisters-in-law...
John Lee McNeil
Jan 6, 2023
John Lee McNeil, 51 years old, of Rocky Mount, passed away on January 6, 2023 after winning his battle with cancer, surrounded by his family.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Jesse & Mamie Anderson, paternal grandparents Ned & Ruby McNeil & step-father Robert Hutcherson.
He is survived by his wife, Debora...
Kathy Wilkinson
Jan 4, 2023
Mary Katherine “Kathy” Wilkinson age 42 of Ferrum passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. She was preceded in death by her father, Louis Wilkinson; and her stepfather, Steve Ferguson.
Kathy was an outgoing people friendly person who loved life. She never met a stranger and was always giving of herself. She would go out to eat and...
Sally Fitzpatrick
Jan 3, 2023
Sally Fitzpatrick age 85 of Boones Mill passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
Entombment will be private in Gate to Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, New York.
Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, 62 Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.
Harold Gray Turner
Jan 3, 2023
Harold Gray Turner, Sr. (85) of Boones Mill, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Harold was born in Radford, VA on January 3, 1938. He is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Clyde Turner and Eloise Graham Turner along with his brother Samuel Grant Turner, daughter in law Jill Willett Turner and...
Todd Housman
Jan 2, 2023
William Todd Housman “Todd” age 59 of Rocky Mount passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023 at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital. He was born July 5, 1963 in Rocky Mount. He loved old cars and one of his passions in life was attending car shows especially those with his family in Pigeon Forge. When he was able, he was...
Michael Cox
Dec 30, 2022
Michael L Cox, 65, Passed away peacefully on Friday December 30th. He was the son of thelate Daryl and Margie Cox. He graduated from Allen Jay High in 1975. He worked for LewisSupply for many years and later retired from High Point ABC.He is survived by a son Alex (Jennifer), 4 grandchildren Joseph (Krista), Hannah (Jordan)Caldwell, Michael and Matthew. A...
Kenneth Clark Dudley
Dec 29, 2022
Kenneth Clark Dudley, 71, of Rocky Mount, VA passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022. He was born November 3, 1951 the son of the late Forest Giles Dudley and Gladys Hazel Hunt Dudley. He was involved with car sales for over 35 years. Surviving are his wife, Jennifer Dudley; two sons, Donovan Dudley (Alicia), Jason Dudley (Wendy); two grandsons, Jackson...
Gene Eldon Brown
Dec 28, 2022
Gene Eldon Brown age 73 of Salem passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 18, 1949 a son of the late William D. and Wilma Banks Brown. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Brenda C. Brown; and a brother, Jerry Brown.
He is survived by...
Helen Smith Kingery
Dec 27, 2022
Helen Smith Kingery age 76 of Boones Mill passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at Franklin Health and Rehab.
Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.
