Verna Pauline Marshall

 

 

Verna Pauline Marshall, 91, of Indian Valley, VA, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024 at Skyline Assisted Living Center in Floyd, VA.

 

She was born December 23, 1932 in Indian Valley, VA, and was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Edgar Marshall; son, Kenneth Ray Marshall; daughter, Barbara Marshall Hylton; and several siblings.

 

She is survived by her son, Charles Edward Marshall of Hattiesburg, MS; her two grandsons, Brandon Elliot Marshall of Hattiesburg, MS, and Jason Edward Marshall (Cristy) of Madison, MS; two great grandsons, Noah and Logan; her sisters, Alice Snyder of Elliston, VA and Shirley Bryant and her loving friend and caregiver, Renie Gates.

 

A loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Verna was devoted to her fellow Christians at Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church, and enjoyed gardening, soap operas, baking, traveling, puzzles, long talks filled with humor and just a bit of gossip, and the occasional strawberry daiquiri on special occasions. Known for her generosity, warmth, sincerity, smile and love of life, she touched every soul she encountered and brightened every room she entered. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew and adored her.

 

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ricky Atkins officiating. Interment will follow in the Willis Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Hilda "Peggy" Harris

 

Hilda “Peggy” Harris, 94 of Floyd, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, April 26, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Posey Harris; parents, Charles & Arizona Peters; five brothers and five sisters. 

She is survived by her sons & daughters-in-law, Kirby & Janet Harris, Benny & Pam Harris; daughter & son-in-law, Gail & George Phillips; grandchildren, Diana & Brian Davis, Chad & Meagan Harris, Michael & Lynnsey Harris, Ryan Phillips & Rebecca Wiseman, Evan & Morgan Phillips, Haley & Alex Gates and Adam & Caitlyn Scaggs; great-grandchildren, Reagan & Grayson Harris, Avri, Brylee & Camden Phillips, Jaxon & Callie Gates and Harper & Peyton Scaggs; special nephew, Randall Nolen and special friends Virginia Williams and Carolyn Shockley.

Peggy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a member of the Floyd United Methodist Church for 70 years.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Timothy Hale officiating. Interment will follow in the Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

 The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Carilion Clinic Hospice, especially Heather, Sarah, Rebekah & Sue and to her caregiver, Lois Hubbard.

Benjamin "Ray" Spangler, Sr.

 

Benjamin “Ray” Spangler, Sr., 95 of Shawsville, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. He is preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Smith Spangler; son, Russell Samuel Spangler; six brothers and five sisters.

Ray was a WWII Navy Veteran. He was a 60 year member of the Stuart Lodge #224, of Lebanon, VA, a member of the Shriners of Roanoke, and a 73 year member of Operating Engineers Local 147, Norfolk, VA. Ray is remembered locally for his ability to repair and restore heavy equipment and farm machinery and he is especially remembered for his generosity to others.

He is survived by his son & daughter-in-law, Benjamin Ray Jr. & Thelma Spangler; granddaughter, Anne Marie Graham (John); sister, Shirley Spangler Barlow and his pets, Henry and Kitty Cat.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Warren Bumgarner officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to the Shriners Children’s Hospital or to the Humane Society of your choice.

Al Lee Bolt

 

Our beloved father and husband passed away on March 18, 2024, while visiting Charleston, South Carolina, from complications due to a stroke he suffered eleven days before.

 He was born and raised in Willis, Virginia, in Floyd County, and was a southern gentleman through and through. His curiosity about the world around him led him to study world languages at Emory and Henry College in Emory, Virginia. Upon graduation, he was hired by Fairfax County Public Schools as a World Language Teacher at W.T. Woodson High School. After two years he took a sabbatical from teaching to serve as a volunteer for the United States Peace Corps. In 1965, he was sent to Valle Bajo, Bolivia, a small, rural farming town, with the mission of teaching agricultural practices to the local farmers. However, he saw a more urgent need for this town. He initiated, and carried out, a clean water project that brought cleaner, safer water to a central location for the residents of this town. From that point on he was known as “the man who brought us water”. During this time, he also met and married Sonia, who lived in Samaipata, a nearby town. After two years in Bolivia, in 1967, he and his new bride returned to the United States to resume his teaching career and to start a family.

 He was a respected and admired teacher at W.T. Woodson High School and Lake Braddock Secondary School for 31 years where he taught Spanish, French, and German. As a teacher, and as a father, his integrity never wavered. He was happiest traveling to any place in the world, camping at the beach, socializing with friends, and spending time with his family.

 He and Sonia raised three children, María, Jon, and Mark. Our memories are filled with Volkswagen vans full of camping gear, meals around picnic tables, summer birthday parties, laughter, Thanksgivings in Willis, and mass every Sunday.

 In addition to his wife and three children, he leaves behind his grandchildren, Alex, Ben, Marek, Jesse, Addison, and Scout, his daughters- and son-in-law Karen, Mary Anne, and Edo, and his sister Helen. We will all do our best to live up to the example he set for us.

 Sonia and family ask for donations to St. Jude’s children’s Research Hospital in lieu of flowers. You can share in honor of Al at the Al Lee Bolt St. Jude Memorial Fund. 

Jo Ann Conner Maberry

 

Jo Ann Conner Maberry, 93 of Floyd, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, April 14, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Carlin G. Maberry; and her parents, Curtis and Ocie Conner.

Jo Ann was a graduate of Check High School Class of 1948 where she was known as “petite, popular, and a speedy ball player” in her senior yearbook. Her love of basketball continued into her 80’s as she thoroughly enjoyed watching Floyd County High School basketball, even traveling to Richmond for state games until she was no longer able. She also loved being outside any chance she got; working in her garden and planting flowers. Traveling was a favorite pastime, especially taking Abbott Bus trips in later years, and she always made sure her daughters got to go on vacation growing up.

She married the love of her life on June 5, 1953 and settled into their first home in Willis. She worked at Maberry Store when it was located in Willis. She worked for Floyd County Public Schools for 25 years, working at Willis Elementary, Floyd Elementary, Floyd County High School, and the Bus Garage and Maintenance Department as secretary until her retirement. In addition to the school, she worked with her family at Maberry Funeral Home, Inc., becoming Owner and President in 2008 following Carlin’s death. She was lovingly referred to as “The General” by her staff, “The Troops.” She’s remembered for always working three jobs; the school system, the funeral home, and raising her two daughters and later keeping her granddaughter after school.

She was co-chair and instrumental in starting the Floyd County Chapter of the American Red Cross with her husband. She was a member of the Floyd Rebekah Lodge for many years. She enjoyed outings with the Blue Ridge Model A Club where she got to show off her cherished 1931 Model A that belonged to her dad and that she learned to drive on. She valued being a dedicated member of Floyd United Methodist Church until she was no longer able to go in-person.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Ann M. and Larry C. Phillips and Mitzi M. and Rodney D. Roberson; granddaughter, Nicole R. Carr (Tyler); great-granddaughter, Natalynn C. Carr; special caregiver, Barbara Gallimore; and special co-workers, Phillip Owens, Frank Keith, Isaiah Cox, Janelle Cox, Todd King, Wayne Lovelace, and Paul Hill.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Timothy Hale officiating. Interment will follow in Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Floyd United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 55, Floyd, VA 24091 or to the animal charity of your choice.

Barbara Ann Russell Bishop

 

Barbara Ann Russell Bishop, 72 of Willis, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 after a hard fought battle with cancer. She is preceded in death by her father, Joe Russell of Baywood; brother, Jerry Russell of Woodlawn; niece, Teri Lyn Russell of Baywood; sister-in-law, Linda Russell of Baywood; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was a member of Harris Chapel Church where she enjoyed singing. She loved going to the beach, working at the food bank, flowers, and gardening.

She is survived by her husband, Allen Bishop of Willis; mother, Edith Russell of Baywood; brother, Jesse Russell of Baywood; son, Ted (Crystal) Cole of Independence; granddaughters, Samantha Cole of Independence and Brooke (Tyler) Hallyburton of Woodlawn; special aunt, Olive Furman of Houston, TX; special friends, Hope Banard and Norma Pratt; one brother-in-law and several sisters-in-law, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on April 21, 2024 at Harris Chapel Church with Pastor Marcus Wood officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place • Memphis, TN 38105.

Earl Reece

 

Earl Reece, 82 of Christiansburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie & Maywood Reece.

Earl was well known as a husband, dad, friend, and co-worker but his most treasured title was “Pa.” 

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Loraine Reece; children, Kim Brown and Darryl Reece; grandchildren, Cristina Dunfee (Seth) and Jessica Brown; great-grandchildren, Mason Dunfee and Charlie Dunfee; sisters & brother-in-law, Faye Showers and Gelia & Nelson Phillips; and numerous other family and friends.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Joe Cox officiating. Interment will follow in the Dalton-Turman Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Carolyn Conner

Carolyn Conner, 81, of Riner, Virgina, passed away on April 6, 2024 surrounded by her family.

Carolyn was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman and a source of inspiration to all. She was a woman dedicated to her faith, and she instilled in those closest to her the importance of family, hard work, and above all else, following the Lord in every situation of life.

Carolyn was born on May 17, 1942 to Mary & Marvin Bower in Montgomery County, VA. She attended Check High School where she met the love of her life, Clyde Edsel Conner. They were married in Christiansburg, Virginia on January 23, 1960. Clyde and Carolyn were married for over 64 years and had four children, Edsel, Brenda, Kevin, and Garrett. Being a devoted wife and mother was one of the most important parts of Carolyn’s life, a role that gave her much pride and joy. She was an excellent mom, and was supportive, kind, and quick-witted. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, James Marvin Bower and Mary Edna Underwood.

She is survived by her husband, Clyde Edsel Conner of Riner, VA; her four children, Rev. Edsel Conner (Judy) of Check, VA, Brenda Tamondong (Liborio) of Greenville, NC, Kevin Conner (Christi) of Radford, VA, and Garrett Conner (Susan) of Dublin, VA; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 12, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Richard Kingrea officiating. Interment will follow in the Wilson Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the funeral home. All are welcome to attend.

Edna Keith Weddle

 

Edna Keith Weddle, 92 of Floyd, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Talmadge “Tap” Weddle; son, Tom “Dozer” Weddle; granddaughter, Kim Boothe; parents, Kerry Albert & Bula Dove King Keith; siblings, Lester Michael Keith, Iva & Palmer Tolbert, Shirley & Ralph Duncan, Peggy Bishop, and Elmer & Delphina Keith; and brother-in-law, Harold Alderman. 

She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Diana W. & Richard Burton; son, Lester Weddle; grandchildren, Todd Boothe, Whitney Branscome, Corey Sparr (Jesse), Jessica Saylor (Tim), Jessie Weddle, and Tracy B. Hubbard (Jason); great-grandchildren, Miranda, Keegan, MacKenzie, Carter, Jay, Annika, Bronwyn, Aaron, Kameron, Aisling, Neriah, Mary, Max, and Grayson; brother, James & Doreda Keith; and sister-in-law, Martha C. Keith.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Topeco Church of the Brethren with Pastor Mike Battle, Pastor Angela Carr, and Steve Duncan officiating. Interment will follow in Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel.

Rebecca Zell Underwood

 

Rebecca Zell Underwood, 59 formerly of Riner, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was born on February 13, 1965 to the late James Junior, Sr. & Audrey Lester Underwood.

Rebecca was a faithful member of her Sunday School class, Spirit Lifters and loved her Pastor Tim & Dawn Hight. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her nieces and nephews. She brought joy and light to all around her and loved joking around. She was the Eagle mascot for Auburn High School. She enjoyed many things, including dogs, puzzles, crafts, and Wii games, but had a special fondness for the Grinch. In her time at Heritage Hall in Blacksburg, she made many friends, including her roommate Ramona, and genuinely loved her time there.

She is survived by her brothers & sisters-in-law, James Underwood, Jr. (Donna) and Eddie Underwood (Angelia); sister & brother-in-law, Rhonda U. Ackerman (John); nieces & nephews, Lynda U. Dolan (Jimmy), Karen Underwood, Taylor Gordon (Trent), Morgan Huber (Ben), Braiden Underwood (Jessica), Brandon Ackerman (Mo), and Carter Ackerman; great-nieces and great-nephews, Briel Underwood, Piper Lytton, Brenleigh, Karleigh, and Denzly Dolan, Sawyer, Caroline, and Jolee Gordon, and Crosby, Charleigh, and Heidi Huber; aunts and uncles, Betty Ann & Ronnie Lester, Claude & Janice Miles, Kenneth Kenley, Joyce & Lloyd Thompson, and Dean & Iris Sowers; and many cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Tim Hight officiating. Interment will follow in the Duncan Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Heritage Hall nurses and staff for their loving care for our sister during her time there.

James Allen Walker

 

James Allen Walker, Sr., 68 of Montgomery, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alphonso & Mary Williams Walker.

He is survived by his children, James A. Walker, Jr., Jasmine Walker, and Subria Walker; six grandchildren; brother, Donnie Ray Walker; sister, Darnell Walker; and aunt, Christine Williams.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Michael Preston officiating. Interment will follow in Little River Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Colene Quesenberry Gallimore

 

Colene Quesenberry Gallimore, 86 of Indian Valley, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Arbie Clarence Gallimore; son, Maynard Clarence Gallimore; son-in-law, Todd Nathanial Huff; and brothers, Baynard Taft Quesenberry and Lonnie Carl Quesenberry.

Colene married the love of her life, Arbie, at 16 years old and spent 59 happy years together. She was an avid gardener, growing and canning food for many years. She loved to mow and weed-eat, spending an abundance of time outdoors. She enjoyed caring for others, assisting in caring for her younger siblings, raising her children and then babysitting grandchildren in later years. She loved to clean and took pride in keeping an immaculate home. 

She is survived by her daughters, Kathleen Belcher, Rhonda Sowers (David), Annette Asbury, and Sharon Huff; grandchildren, Jason Belcher, Travis Belcher (Amanda), David Belcher (Rachel), Dustin Gallimore (Maggie), Tonya Yoder (Leroy), Brian Sowers, Brandon Asbury (Brandi), Shayne Asbury (Amanda), Joshua Huff, and Natalie Huff; great-grandchildren, Brittany Belcher, Kaylee Belcher, McKinsey Belcher, Peyton Hill, Addison Belcher, Joel Diggs, Noah Belcher, Blake Yoder, Wyatt Yoder, Landon Yoder, Carter Yoder, Lottie Yoder, Colby Asbury, Bentley Asbury, Logan Asbury, Cameron Asbury, Conner Asbury, and baby girl Asbury; siblings, Maxine Carroll (James), Ludlow Quesenberry (Blanche), Modene Quesenberry, Anita Collins, and Reidell Quesenberry; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Rocky Huff officiating. Interment will follow in Captain George Quesenberry Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.