Obituaries

Sep 16, 2025

Kenneth Lee Williams, 56 of Woodlawn, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at his home.  Mr. Williams was born in Wilmington, Delaware on February 15, 1969.

Survivors include his wife, Connie May Williams; children, Savannah Parker (Ian Boutin), Kenneth Williams, Jr., and Nicolas Williams; parents, Karen Louise and Raymond K. Williams; step-children, Kayla Moody (Thomas), Jason...

Sep 12, 2025

Emma Christine Tippett Marshall, a woman known for her vivacious spirit and witty sense of humor, passed away on September 12, 2025, in Grayson County, Virginia. Born on October 28, 1945, in St. Mary's County, Maryland, Emma lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a passion for music and dance.

She had a remarkable gift for...

Sep 12, 2025

Michael Ray Miller 67 of Woodlawn, Virginia passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2025 at Hillsville Health and Rehab. He was preceded in death by his father, John Miller; grandson Dylan Whitaker; sister, Norma Jean Cochran.

Survivors include his wife, Janett Miller; daughters and sons-in-law, Jennifer and David Whitaker, and Joan Michelle and Chris Cody; mother, Norma...

Sep 11, 2025

Perry "Doug" Sutphin, 74, of Keyport passed away peacefully, at home on Thursday, September 11, 2025.  Perry was born on May 27, 1951, in Laurel Fork, Virginia, where he spent his younger years. He moved to Keyport, New Jersey where he graduated from Keyport High School in 1969. While living in Keyport, he met the love of his life,...

Sep 11, 2025

Rosa Rebecca Felts, 97 of Hillsville, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Hillsville Health and Rehab.  Mrs. Felts was born in Wythe County, Virginia to the late Norman Lester and Vadie Viola Harmon Burnett.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by sons, Zach Stephens and Jan Stephens; brothers, Clyde Burnett, Kincey Burnett...

Sep 9, 2025

H. Stuart Shockley Jr died September 9, 2025 at home in Meadows of Dan, VA. Stuart was born October 10, 1964 in Delaware and raised in Hillsville by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Archie and Collean Reece Terry. He was a 1983 graduate of Carroll County High School.

He was preceded in death by his mother Collean...

Sep 8, 2025

William Norman "Bill" Smyer, Ph. D., 79, of Fancy Gap, Virginia, died September 8, 2025, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert F. Smyer and Gay Ellis Smyer, and sister Carole Smyer Jones. He is survived by his brother, Richard F. (Sissy) Smyer of Seguin, Texas; brother-in-law J. William Jones of Foley, Alabama;...

Sep 2, 2025

Cherly Ann Throckmorton, 68 of Arat, NC, passed away on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 at Mountain Valley – Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home. Mrs. Throckmorton was born in Compton, CA, to the late Nicholas and Muriel Konoloff. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Throckmorton, and son, Thomas Throckmorton, Sr.

Sep 1, 2025

Donald R. Penawell, 77 years old of Fancy Gap, VA, formerly of Camden, DE, shed his earthly body for one healed in Glory on Monday, September 1, 2025.

Donald was born February 12, 1948 to Wayne and Ruth Penawell in Jacksonville, NC, the oldest of their three children.  In 1967 Don graduated from Dover High School in...

Aug 31, 2025

Ruby Inez McGrady Akers Carrington passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 31, 2025, fulfilling her dream of going to her Heavenly home. Ruby leaves behind a legacy of kindness, care and compassion for all, generosity, and most importantly, unconditional love for her family, friends, and her church where she was a life lifelong member; serving in...

Aug 27, 2025

Helen Marie Moore, 85 of Hillsville, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at Woltz Hospice Home.  Mrs. Moore was born in Carroll County, Virginia to the late Leek and Sylvia Marshall Quesenberry.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husbands, Sheridon Marcus Reece and Erbie Edd Moore; and several siblings.

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Aug 25, 2025

Rita Sue Beezy Mabry 70 of Hillsville, Virginia passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carroll and Christine Jones Larrowe; grandson, Elijah Parker Beezy.

Survivors include her husband, James Mabry; daughter and son-in-law, Joy and Scott Frye; four grandchildren and spouses, Bradley and Brittany Hill, Justin and Abby Hill,...

Aug 25, 2025

Joseph Harry Mina, age 93, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025 at Hillsville Health and Rehab.  Joseph was a Korean Veteran. He leaves behind his wife of 63 years, Connie Mina; his daughter, Concetta Laboy; his son, Joseph S. Mina; his niece, Merrissa Anicito and her son Carson Anicito; his nephew, Michael Anicito; and his brother, Anthony Mina...

Aug 25, 2025

Rita Ann McLarty, 82 of Hillsville, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC.  Mrs. McLarty was born in Columbus, OH on April 28, 1943.  She retired from Iredell County Clerk of Superior Courts office in Statesville, NC.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Mary Angelcor Benvenuti and husband,...

Aug 20, 2025

It is with deep love and gratitude that we celebrate the life of James Monroe Curry Sr, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and servant of God and others, who passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025 at the age of 87. James is preceded in death by his bride of 65 years Susan (Sheppard) Curry, his parents Ance...

Aug 20, 2025

Anissa Jo Keith, 53 of Laurel Fork, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at her home.  Anissa was born in Florida on May 6, 1972.

Anissa was a kind, caring and compassionate person.  She loved the Lord, her husband, kids, and grandkids beyond measure.  She always spoke highly of her Ma Ester and Pa Tommy, who...

Aug 19, 2025

Tina E. Nester, 87 of Dugspur, passed away peacefully at Hillsville Health and Rehabilitation Center on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Tina was a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother, who had a special place in each family member's heart. She retired from the Carroll County School System, and was a member of Mitchell Chapel P.H. Church since 1965....

Aug 17, 2025

John Wayne Taylor, 73 of Woodlawn, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at his home.  Mr. Taylor was born in Carroll County, Virginia to the late John F. and Bessie P. Graham Taylor.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Lexi Taylor.

Survivors include his wife, Janet Taylor; son,...

Aug 13, 2025

***COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT***

Rebecca Branscome Hawkins, 74 of Galax passed away, Wednesday August 13, 2025.

She is survived by two daughters, Kim Bolt and Ann Wright; two grandchildren, Timothy Landry and Sarah Wright; sister, Vicki Branscome Hash Duncan (Mark); nephews, Erick Hash (Chrissy) and Seth Hash (Jennifer).

Services will be held privately. ...

Aug 12, 2025

Marlin Wade Surratt

Marlin Wade Surratt, 86, of Hillsville, VA passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025.

Born on November 9, 1938, in Hillsville, he was the son of the late Marvin Rabon Surratt & Myrta Marie Alderman Surratt.

Marlin was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Mary Louise Iroler...