Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Oleda Marshall Kenley


Oleda Marshall Kenley, 94 of Indian Valley, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Jackson Kenley; and daughter, Evelyn Higgs.

She is survived by her children, Ruth Derflinger, Claude & Sarah Kenley, and Teresa Paisley; son-in-law, Jewell Higgs; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Bentley, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in the Captain George Quesenberry Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. 

Per Oleda’s wishes, it’s requested that flowers not be sent.

Saturday, January 30, 2021

Esther Evelene Conner


Esther Evelene Conner, 75 of Meadows of Dan, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jabe H. & Millie Eva Conner; and sisters, Mary Wood and Rachel Conner.

She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Amy & Joe Haas; son, Kenneth Handy; grandchildren, Jordan Haas, Tessa Haas, Brett Handy, Jonah Handy, and Thelma Handy; great-grandchild, Lennon Handy; brothers & sisters-in-law, Henry Conner, Jabe & Kathy Conner, Oral Lee Conner, James Conner, and Glen & Susan Conner; and sisters & brother-in-law, Irene Goad, Rebecca Sowers, and Brenda & David Hickman.

Services will be private.

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Eula Day Barnhart Chambers

 



Eula Day Barnhart Chambers, 99 of Hagerstown, MD, formerly of Willis, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Arthur E. Chambers; and parents, Courtland & Loula Spence Barnhart.

Eula married her husband Arthur on January 16, 1971. She was a lifelong member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Willis, VA. In pursuance of her professional career, Eula graduated with a Bachelor’s in Home Economics from Radford University, a Master’s from the University of West Virginia, and also worked toward her PhD. She taught Home Economics in Washington County for 20 years before serving as a Supervisor for 10 years on the Washington County Board of Education.

She is survived by a very close family friend, Cheryl Hamby.

A private graveside service will be held with Pastor Wanda Childs officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Mark Lutheran Church, c/o Pat Coulehan, Treasurer, 2590 Duncan Chapel Road, Willis, VA 24380.


Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Velma Shankle Gaunt

Velma Shankle Gaunt, 96, of Bristol, Virginia passed away January 24, 2021. She was the last surviving of six children of S. C. and Belle Edwards. Velma was also preceded in death by her husband Jack N. Shankle in 1974 and her second husband Randolph Gaunt in 2002.

She is survived by her four children, Norma Shankle Royals (Don) of Richmond Hill, Georgia, Doris Shankle Blair (Rus) of Punta Gorda, Florida, Byron Shankle (Shelley) of Madison, Virginia Eddie Shankle (Louise) of Bristol, Tennessee; and step-daughter Mary Marshall Miller (Larry) of Savannah, Georgia. She was blessed with eight grandchildren, Genevieve Shankle, Brittany Shankle, Garrett Shankle, Evan Shankle, Christina Paez (Juan), Daniel Royals, Amanda Erdman (Brad), Alicia McGraw (Madison) and nine great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday March 20, 2021 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Pastor Timothy Hale officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Floyd United Methodist P.O. Box 55 Floyd, Virginia 24091.

Lillian Rose Payton Roland


Lillian Rose Payton Roland, 87 of Floyd, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Willie Byron Roland, Sr.; her parents, Mary Payton and Dewey Payton; and her brothers, John Payton and Joe Payton.

She is survived by her children, Brenda L. Simmons, Willie B. Roland, Jr. (Dottie), Mark E. Roland (Andrea), Sarah J. McClintock (Mark), and Laura A. Scherrep; 20 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Zelda M. Rosti (Ray) and James B. Payton; and many nieces and nephews.

In 1950 when Willie and Lillian married, she cared for their home and children. Later Lillian attended and graduated from the Falls Church Beauty School in September 1964. For many years Lillian worked as a beautician in northern Virginia and then in Burnsville, NC. When she and Willie moved the family to Floyd, VA in 1980 she worked as a caregiver. Lillian was a member of the Floyd Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses where she will be remembered fondly. After the death of her husband in 2003, she took up the full-time ministry and thoroughly enjoyed having this opportunity.

In an effort to keep everyone safe during this pandemic, a memorial service using zoom is scheduled to take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 6, 2021. For those interested in attending, please contact Adam Tony at (607) 223-2692 or Bill Fenwick at (540) 320-4903 for complete instructions. Those wishing to sign the guest book may do so during the hours of 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday - Friday before Friday, February 5, 2021 at Maberry Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Floyd Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, P.O. Box 756, Floyd, VA 24091 or online at https://donate.jw.org

The family would like to extend special gratitude to those at Skyline Nursing and Rehabilitation Center who cared for Lillian since February 2020.

Thursday, January 21, 2021

Janice Perdue Mallory

 

Janice Perdue Mallory, 76 of Check, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Carol Mallory Yopp.

Janice was a loving wife and mother who will be greatly missed by her husband of 57 years, Daniel Mallory; son & daughter-in-law, Christopher & Barbara Mallory; son-in-law, Tim Yopp; sister, Joyce Willis; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

At her request, there will be no services.


Tuesday, January 19, 2021

Caleb Dillon Blankenship

 

Caleb Dillon Blankenship, 26, of Willis, VA, passed away on Wednesday, January 13th 2021.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Wendell and Shirley Sutphin.

He is survived by his wife, Cortney Blankenship; his sons, Mattis and Cruz Blankenship; his parents, Mary and David Blankenship; his grandparents, Clyde and Elsie Blankenship; his sisters & brother-in-law, Lydia & Jaylen Major and Emma Blankenship; his uncles, Jerry & Kim Sutphin and Mark Blankenship; and a host of other family and friends.

Staff Sergeant Caleb Blankenship enlisted in the U.S. Air Force on January 14th, 2014 and was stationed at Seymour Johnson AFB, NC, where he served as a member of the 4th Security Forces Squadron. Caleb deployed in support of the Global War on Terrorism in 2016. In 2019, Caleb cross trained into Education and Training where he was currently serving as a Unit Training Manager for the 3rd Intelligence Squadron at Fort Gordon, Georgia.

Caleb had a strong love for his home state of Virginia and would visit often. Driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway, hunting, and spending time with family were his favorite things to do when he was home. One of Caleb’s biggest accomplishments was becoming a father. His favorite part of the day was taking his family to the park to play with his sons, Mattis and Cruz.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 22, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Dalton officiating. Interment will follow in the Harris Cemetery with full military honors by the Seymour Johnson Air Force Funeral Honors. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the non-profit organization, Mission 22, 694 N Larch St #910, Sisters, OR 97759 or at https://mission22.com/ or to a charity of your choice in Caleb’s name.

Please keep in mind that due to the COVID-19 virus, seating is limited at this time. Masks must be worn when in Maberry Funeral Home’s facilities.


Thursday, January 14, 2021

William Wayne Sutphin

 


William Wayne Sutphin, 88 of Christiansburg, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie & Myrtle Sutphin; brothers, Jim, Nulan, Mud, Dan and Jie; and sisters, Oleta, Gywna, Florace, and Bernice.

He is survived by his daughter & son-in-law, Karen & Terry Brizendine; grandchildren, Michael Caldwell (Marsha), Jason Brizendine (Brooklyn), and Sue Ann Saylors (Jimmie); great-grandchildren, Kris, Konner, Ethan, Garrett, Hannah, Andy, Skyla, and Hailey; great-great-grandchildren, Poppie, Aizen, Harper, and Emory; sister, Pat Stanley; sisters-in-law, Katie Sutphin and Dorothy Sutphin; and close friends, Alice Altizer and Debbie Greear; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the Cambria Pentecostal Holiness Church, 915 Montgomery Street, Christiansburg, VA 24073 with Pastor Josh Graham officiating.

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Coleen S. Hutchens

 

Coleen S. Hutchens, 89 of Floyd, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Julious Ray Reece and Thelbert Junior Hutchens; infant daughter, Teressa Rae Reece; and brothers, Junior Spence and Billy Wayne Spence.

She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Jan & Everett Rorrer; grandchildren, Daniel (Maegan) Rorrer, Samuel (Melissa) Rorrer, and Michelle Rorrer; great-grandchildren, William and Remington Rorrer; sister, Nelda Sweeney; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be private with Pastor John Chambers officiating. Interment will held in the Reece Family Cemetery.


Sunday, January 10, 2021

Henry Rallon Thompson

 

Henry Rallon Thompson, 89 of Willis, entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, January 10, 2021. He was born on December 8, 1931 to James Taylor & Annie Burnette Thompson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by seven brothers and two sisters.

As Henry joined a multitude of family and friends, he leaves behind his loving and devoted wife of 64 years, Phyllis Hodges Thompson; son, Wesley Thompson & Lisa Edwards; daughter & son-in-law, Ann (Letty) Thompson & Ralph Houchins, Jr.; granddaughters, Kerri Williams and Karla Rodgers; five great-grandchildren; and many loving family and friends.

Due to the conditions surrounding the COVID-19 virus and in keeping with the family’s wishes, a private funeral service will be held with Pastor Jeff Dalton officiating and Military Rites by the Army National Guard. Interment will take place in Topeco Cemetery.

Those wishing to pay their respects and sign the register book may do so between the hours of 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Ewell & Linda Hodges, Fern Harris, and Terry & Wendy Bolt for all their help in the final days before Henry went to be with his Savior.

In lieu of flowers, anyone who wishes to personally help Phyllis may reach out to her to do so.

Masks must be worn at all times and social distancing practiced when inside of the Maberry Funeral Home facility.


Saturday, January 9, 2021

Iva Dell Harris

 

Iva Dell Harris, 89 of Willis, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Elmon Harris; granddaughter, Valerie Wade; parents, Glen & Mary Lee Hodges; sister, Eula Gay Edwards; and brother, Raymond Hodges.

She is survived by her sons & daughters-in-law, Eddie & Paula Harris, Freddie & Freeda Harris, and Gary & Pat Harris; daughter & son-in-law, Sonya & Gary Thompson; grandchildren, Retta Bertges (Mike), Justin Harris (Melissa), Angela Webb (Steve), Kaye Wheeler (Phillip), Shawn Harris, Tracy Tolbert (Jason), Deanna Swortzel (Brian), Jeremy Wade (Autumn), and Justin Thompson; 20 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; brothers & sisters-in-law, Hubert Harman, Kenneth & Pauline Hodges, Buster Hodges, and Ewell & Linda Hodges; sisters & brothers-in-law, Jean Lugar, Fern Harris, Willadean Hylton, Phyllis & Henry Thompson, and Jewell & Joe Spickard; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 11, 2021 at the Topeco Church of the Brethren with Pastor Mike Varner and Pastor Ted Turner officiating. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 – 6 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Topeco Church Women’s Fellowship, c/o Topeco Church of the Brethren, 3460 Floyd Hwy South, Floyd, VA 24091.

Masks should be worn for indoor services.


Saturday, December 26, 2020

Elvin "Zeb" Richard Harman

Elvin “Zeb” Richard Harman, 81 of Floyd, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Alreta Dean Harman; daughter & son-in-law, Dawn & Paul Hill; brother & sister-in-law, Benjamin Dale & Joan Harman; sister, Rita Louise Lawson; brother-in-law, Eugene Helms; special friends, AJ & Joan Boyd; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 in the Harman Cemetery (Fairview Church Road) with Pastor Jason Pratt officiating.

Masks should be worn when attending services at the graveside.

Larry Nowlin Hollandsworth


Larry Nowlin Hollandsworth, 78, of Little Montgomery, passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020 and is now asleep in Jesus. He was born in Floyd County, Virginia on June 6, 1942.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Sandra; their children, Christine & husband Bobby, Christopher, Sarah & husband Greg, Andrew & wife Sherry, and Deborah; their grandchildren, Kyle & girlfriend Michelle, Heather & husband Collin, Dylan & wife Emily, Jazmine, Troy, Preston, Andrew Douglas, Elizabeth, Cameron, and Brock; their great-granddaughter, Aurora; sisters, Ardith, Joyce, and Joan; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert Clive and Ruby Alma; sisters, Ruth, Bessie, June and Majella; and brothers, Herbert, David, Newton, and Randolph.

His life was devoted to his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter. He was a member of Old Union Primitive Baptist Church, in Floyd County, for 50 years. Elder Larry was the moderator of the Smith River Primitive Baptist Association.  He humbly and faithfully served as Pastor to seven Primitive Baptist Churches: Town Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Crossroads (Gills Creek) Primitive Baptist Church, Glenwood Park Primitive Baptist Church, Mountain View Primitive Baptist Church, Laurel Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Paynes Creek Primitive Baptist Church, and Old Union Primitive Baptist Church in Floyd County.

Larry graduated from Willis High School and immediately enlisted in the United States Air Force. He courageously served his country for four years during which he met the love of his life, his sweetheart, Sandra.

Larry grew up on a dairy farm in Willis which blessed him with the knowledge to cultivate numerous crops each season and raise livestock on the land he worked so tirelessly to obtain. By doing whatever it took to provide for his family, his children learned the lesson of hard work and determination.

Larry was a humble man, but he was proud of the simple life he lived on Little River, sharing his dreams with his beloved, Sandra, raising their children with both faith and love.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Alan Terry, Elder Carl Terry, and Elder Mark Terry officiating. Interment will follow in the Hollandsworth Cemetery and Military Rites by the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.  

Masks are required at all times when attending services inside of Maberry Funeral Home, Inc. Please keep in mind that seating is limited due to the restrictions of COVID-19. Masks should be worn when attending services at the graveside as well.

Sunday, December 20, 2020

Oscar L. "Tony" Bolt


Oscar L. “Tony” Bolt, of Montvale, Virginia went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at the age of 80.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, Cephas and Ida Bolt; brothers, Luther, John Lewis, and Olie (Page); sisters, Goldie Swedenhjelm and Evena Sutphin.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Judy D. Bolt; daughter, Tammie and husband Darryl Bryant; son, Tony and wife Tonya Bolt; grandchildren, Ashley Lolley, Kristen Camper, Carrie Bryant, and Cody Bolt; and great-grandchildren, Austin Lolley, Beau and Autumn Camper. 

Tony proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Tony was self-employed in construction and plumbing.  He enjoyed collecting and refurbishing antiques and musical instruments. He also enjoyed hunting and bluegrass music. 

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 in the Alderman Cemetery with Rev. Troy Mays officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the upkeep of Alderman Cemetery, c/o Gerald Hylton, 1515 Moles Road Willis, VA 24380.

The Bolt family would like to extend our gratitude to the Salem Veterans Affair Medical Center and Medi Home Health & Hospice for their attentiveness and loving care.

Thursday, December 17, 2020

Douglas Wayne Cox


Douglas Wayne Cox, 76, formerly of Indian Valley, departed this life on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at the Memory Care Unit in Commonwealth Senior Living, Hillsville, where he had been a resident since December 2015.


Doug was born on January 10, 1944 and was preceded in death by his mother, Blanche “Ethelene” Cox Hankey; his grandmother, Mattie Phillips Cox, in whose home he grew up; uncles Marvin, Richard, and Carl “Bear” Cox; Arby Harris, Monroe Gallimore, James “Turk” Talbert, Bill Hollandsworth, and Benny “Ray” Phillips; and aunts, Avis Cox Goad, Gertrude Cox Harris, Mabel Cox Gallimore, and Ruth Cox Talbert.


Survivors include one uncle, Joe (Glenna) Cox; aunts, Muriel Cox Hollandsworth, Kate Cox Phillips, Minnie Cox Turman, Linda Morgan Cox, and Vada Hollandsworth Cox; special first cousin, Sandra Cox Lytton, with whom he was raised; and many other relatives and friends.


Doug attended Franklin School in Indian Valley, Indian Valley Elementary School, and Willis High School and worked at various places, including the Christiansburg Stock Pen, Salem Tie Yard, Burlington Industries, Radford Army Ammunition Plant, and Roanoke Electric Steel, before becoming a long-distance truck driver. Locally, Doug drove for Willis Trucking and Bassett Furniture before taking a job with Overnite Corporation. Doug was employed by Roadway Express and based in Youngstown, Ohio, and Buffalo, New York for nearly twenty-five years before retiring to the Youngstown area in 2009. Doug enjoyed telling stories about the doings and sayings of interesting people he had known or heard of throughout his life, and will, himself, be remembered for his love of a good story, great sense of humor, and loud, infectious laugh.


Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2020 in the Moten Cox Cemetery with Rev. Joe Cox officiating. The family will gather from Noon – 1 p.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel prior to the service.


The family thanks Commonwealth Senior Living in Hillsville and Medi Home Health and Hospice for taking good care of Doug. In lieu of flowers, family and friends are encouraged to make donations to the charities of their choice.


Masks are required while attending services inside Maberry Funeral Home, Inc. facilities.

Thursday, December 10, 2020

Steven Posey Weeks

 


Steven Posey Weeks, age 66, formerly of Floyd, passed away at his home in Greenwood on Tuesday, December 8, 2020.

After graduating from Floyd County High School in 1972, Steve began his career in the construction business and worked until his retirement earlier this year.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dianna, of Greenwood; and parents, Posey and Frances Weeks, of Alum Ridge.

Survivors include his two sons, Steven (Allison) Weeks, of Riner and Andrew Weeks, of Troutville; two grandchildren, Mason and Silas; and a sister, Marilyn (Randy) Gallimore, of Floyd.

Services will be private.

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Herbert Benson Markle


Herbert Benson Markle, loving husband and father, passed away at age 94, on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in Newington/Lorton, Virginia.

Herb was born on September 13, 1926 in Willis, Floyd County, VA to the late Curtis Brown, Sr. and Cynthia Eleanor Weeks Markle. He went to Floyd County High School. On August 5, 1960, Herb married Aldeen Leah Burton and raised one daughter, Leah. He worked as an Electronics Technician for Melpar, Inc. In 1961, Herb joined the Army DOD Center for Night Vision & Electro-Optics, retiring from the Air Systems Division in 1987. He was a veteran of WWII and Korea serving in the Army Air Core as well as in the Air Force.

He had a passion for aviation, electronics, optics and an insatiable curiosity of all things. He was always learning, studying, experimenting and inventing. One of his hobbies was photography where he would try to catch that perfect picture of a flower, bird, butterfly or bee. Herb was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 186, Manassas, VA, VFW Post 7327, and the American Legion Post 176, both of Springfield, VA.

He is preceded in death by his brothers, Curtis Markle, Jr. (wife Oveda), Ralph Markle (wife Vera), Charles Markle (survived by wife Wanda); and sister Elizabeth Markle Kish (husband George).

He is survived by his wife, Aldeen; daughter, Leah Grossi (husband Chris); grandson, Giovanni Grossi; brother, Robert Markle (wife Elnora); brother-in-law, Joseph Dillon; many loving nieces and nephew; and many more great nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 21, 2020 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Pastor Jerry Hylton officiating and Military Honors by the Seymour Johnson Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel prior to the graveside service.

Due to COVID-19, masks must be worn inside of the funeral home.

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

William "Bill" Curtis Hayden

 

William (Bill) Curtis Hayden was born on September 11, 1925 in Floyd, VA to the late Wise Hayden Jr. and Clara Beaver Hayden. A WWII Vet and member of the Veterans of Foreign War, Bill served in the Navy where he was honorably discharged in 1946. Shortly thereafter, on December 19, 1946, he married Constance (Connie) Hayden at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD.

A resident of Floyd for most of his life, he served as one of the founders of Floyd’s first rescue squad where he went on to become Captain. As a community leader, he had many friends and family and devoted himself to raising his 6 daughters: Deborah, Marsha, Melinda, Natasha, Monica and Melissa who went on to marry John Helm, Greg Beatty, Johnny Walker, Ramon Stewart, Lewis Stuart and Christopher Bryant. Bill was married to the love of his life, Connie Hayden for 73 years.

A true leader, Bill took on many roles in the community where he was well-known and admired by many. He worked as a brick mason and bricked many homes in Floyd and the surrounding areas, worked at Maberry Funeral Home, served as the first Black Supervisor of Floyd County and President of the Floyd County NAACP, was an Elder at Mt. Zion Christian Church and was a 32 degree Shriner and Mason.

His friends and family will remember him for his calm demeanor, strong faith in God and love for his family. While we will all miss him dearly, we are in awe of the legacy he created and how it will live on through 14 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 6 daughters, his wife and the many relatives and friends who loved him.

Due to COVID there will not be funeral services at this time. A memorial service in the Spring of 2021, to be determined.


Monday, December 7, 2020

Marvin Boyd Eanes, Jr.

 


Marvin Boyd Eanes, Jr. 56 of Floyd, passed away Friday, December 4, 2020. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille Eanes.

He is survived by his daughter, Mykayla Eanes; father, Marvin B, Eanes, Sr. (Janet); sister, Debbie Olmo (Richie); significant other, Mardella Poff; uncle, G.C. Spangler (Rhonda); aunt, Glenna Turner; numerous extended family and special friends.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at the Wilson Cemetery with Mr. G.C. Spangler as the speaker.


Thursday, December 3, 2020

Alva Mae Harman


 

Alva Mae Harman, 88 of Floyd, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Nannie Harman; husband, Coy Harmon; siblings, Juanita Harman, Jerry M. Harman, Jr., Marie H. Williams; nephew, Dean A. Williams.

Alva Mae was a member of the Topeco Church of The Brethren, she worked at The Bank of Floyd for 40 plus years as a Book Keeper and she was a Fun Loving Aunt.

She is survived by her nieces, Annette W. King, Lynne H. Haskins (C.W.); nephew, Gregg Harman (Cathy); great niece, Stacie M. King; great nephews, Chad King (Kay), Mac Harman (Victoria), great-great nieces, Callie Eanes, Emma King; great-great nephew, J.D. King.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Topeco Church of The Brethren with Pastor Ted Turner officiating. The interment will follow at the Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Maberry Funeral home. 

Due to Covid 19 the family requests you wear a mask during services.