Chester Paul Clower

Chester Paul Clower, 98 of Roanoke, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Lois Anne Clower; parents, Willard & Evelyn Clower; and sisters, Janet Clower Nester and Betty C. Moles.

Paul was born in Check, Virginia and served in the United States Navy from April 29, 1946 until March 3, 1948. He worked for AEP for 38 years before his retirement on May 1, 1990. He was part of the Blue Bird Society, was a long-time volunteer with Meals on Wheels, and an avid Rook player.

He is survived by his wife, Wanda Clower; sons & daughters-in-law, Randy & Abby Clower and Scott & Alanna Clower; daughter & son-in-law, Becky & Tim Wiles; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and sisters & brother-in-law, Donna Welch and Phyllis & Percy Wilson.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Allen Nester officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Virginia Veterans Service Foundation, Noted for: Davis & McDaniel Veterans Care Center, 101 North 14^th Street, 17^th Floor, Richmond, Virginia 23219. 

 

Timothy Winfred Quesenberry

 Timothy Winfred Quesenberry was born in Caretta, WV on March 7, 1953. In 1969 he graduated from Big Creek High School. He attended Concord College and Bluefield State. Timothy worked briefly in the social work field. He was a devoted son, loved brother, and beloved uncle. For most of his life he cared for his mother and they were each other’s best companions. 

He was very creative and intelligent. He spent hours making afghans, many of which continue to be treasured by family. Timothy spent many hours practicing embroidery and sewing for many years. He loved to read and avidly consumed literature. Tim especially loved the Christmas holidays and enjoyed giving gifts. He had a tremendous sense of humor and he will be greatly missed. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rollie and June Dalton Quesenberry; brothers, David Quesenberry and Terry Quesenberry. 

He is survived by his brother, Larry Quesenberry; nieces, Tiffany Jones, Tonya Beckett, and Raegan Kotsko; and many cousins, great-nieces, and nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2026 in the Quesenberry Cemetery with Rev. Kenneth Poston officiating. The family will receive friends from Noon until 1 p.m. in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel prior to the service at the cemetery.