Shirley Ann Nece

It is with profound sadness, we announce Shirley Ann Nece, age 82, gained her wings and entered Heaven’s gates to be with her Heavenly family on August 19, 2020.

She is survived by one daughter, Stacey K. Duke and her husband Robert, of San Antonio, TX.

She was born to the late H.P. and Margaret Jennings, April 16, 1938, in Marion, Virginia. Shirley grew up in Floyd, Virginia and graduated from Floyd High School in 1956. In 1960 she received a degree in Education from Radford College, focused in Health and Physical Education. In 1998, she came to San Antonio where she worked at SeaWorld for twenty years and enjoyed speaking with guests from around the country. Shirley enjoyed reading, crocheting and needlepoint. She loved to watch University of Alabama college football and San Antonio Spurs Basketball.

Shirley was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She treasured and embraced every moment with her family. She especially loved and treasured her role as Nana to Damian, Devin, and Desmond. She was an active lady and enjoyed watching her grandsons in swimming and karate competitions.

Shirley will be laid to rest next to her mother in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Christiansburg, Virginia, at 11:00a.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2020.

As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to www.gatheringus.com. 

Frances Dulaney Grim

 

Frances Dulaney Grim, 90 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2020. She is preceded in death by her husband, Kermit L. Grim; parents, Fred W. & Thalia Horton Dulaney; brother, Bill Dulaney; and son-in-law, Bruce Mannon.

She is survived by her sons & daughters-in-law, Andy L. & Gay Grim, Mark L. & Myra Grim; daughter & son-in-law, Anita & Charlie Smith; grandchildren, Amy Grim, Beth Grim, Aaron (Kim) Grim, Sarah (Aaron) Scyphers, Matthew (Vashti) Grim, Daniel (Morgan) Grim, Eli (Amber) Mannon, Adria (Bill) Dillon, Ethan (Bethany) Mannon; great-grandchildren, Dakota Cain, Jocelyn DeHart, Jake and Daylie Umbarger, Brandy, Peyton, and Kaine Grim, Isaac and Hannah Scyphers, Evelyn, Lewis, Ruth, Virginia, Gloria, Rochelle, Rylah, Charis, and Avery Grim, Lydia Mannon, Eva and Violet Dillon, and Ander Mannon; several nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Shirley Dulaney.

Funeral Service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at Topeco Church of the Brethren with Pastor Ted Turner, Pastor Matthew Grim and Pastor Mike Varner officiating. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 – 5 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Weather permitting, services will be held outside the church, so the family requests that you bring your own chair.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 742, Floyd, VA 24091.

Fenton Darrah Quesenberry

 

Fenton Darrah Quesenberry, 93 of Indian Valley, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020.

He was born in Coalwood, WVA. He was the oldest of ten children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Custer and Stella Quesenberry; brother, Glennis Quesenberry; sisters, Maxine Jones, Paulita Quesenberry; beloved grandson, Tracy Darrah Bunn.

He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Betty Marshall Quesenberry; daughter and son-in-law, Dianne Holder and Donnie; special grandson, Brandon (Amber) Bunn; great grandson (his pride of joy), Levi Austin Bunn; great granddaughter, Jansen Darrah Bunn; special brother and wife, Chester (Janet) Quesenberry; sisters, Deloris Mills, Verta Owens, Vera Maude Quesenberry, Sandra (Ronnie) Holder, Dorcas (Myron) Sprinkle, several nieces and nephews.

Fenton was a member of the V.F.W. and was proud to have served his country in the US Army. He accepted Christ in 1947 and joined the Mitchell Chapel P.H. Church where he served as trustee, deacon, S.S. Teacher and Men’s Fellowship Leader. He loved his church and church family. He was happy when he was in the woods cutting timber and at the sawmill where he was a sawyer for many years.

A special Thank you to the staff at Skyline Nursing and Rehab for their excellent care.

Due to the Corona Virus there will be a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at the Kermit Quesenberry Cemetery with Pastor Nathan Phillips officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Gideon International. Checks may be made to Mitchell Chapel P.H. Church earmarked “Gideons” sent to, Helen Williams, 2317 Indian Valley Road, Willis, VA 24380.

Robert Judson Goddard

Robert Judson Goddard, 83 of Floyd, went to be with the Lord on August 16, 2020.  He was surrounded by his loving family who adored him.

He was born on April 4, 1937 in New Brunswick, New Jersey to Helen Agnes Duffey and John Goddard.  

He was preceded by his beloved wife, Grace; his daughter, Arlene; and his mother and father. 

Robert (Pop pop) was a proud grandfather and loved all his grandchildren.  He worked many years as a painter and spent his later years living at the Pine Ridge apartments in Floyd where he made many friends. 

He is survived by his brother, Raymond; sisters, Carole and Helen; daughters, Kathleen, Charlene, Marcy, Carole, and Cathy; his sons, Michael, Henry, and Bobby; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great great-grandchild. His granddaughter, Jennifer Hollandsworth (Scott), was a special granddaughter who spent her Saturdays taking him shopping and helping him with anything he needed. Ryan Maaser (Jessica) was so special to him he loved him dearly and thought of him like a son. Malinda Peters was his granddaughter who he loved dearly and who helped take care of him.  

Special thank you to Skyline Nursing and Rehab for taking such good care of our Pops they called him Pop pop and took care of him as if he was their own and he loved them very much. 

Dallas Leon Hubbard, Sr.

 

Dallas Leon Hubbard, Sr, 79, of Floyd, passed away on Saturday, August 15 after a lengthy series of illnesses. Dallas was born on April 2, 1941, and was preceded in death by his parents, Earnest and Ruby Hubbard; a grandson, Enoch Hubbard; and nephews, Scott and Lyndon Hylton; as well as special dogs, Prissy, Oreo and Cookie.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Margaret Harman Hubbard; sons, Dallas “Leon” Hubbard, Jr. (Annette) and Terry Harman Hubbard (Mariellen); and grandchildren, Jamie, Kyle, Caleb, Bethany, Ryan and Quinn Hubbard, who were his pride and joy; sister, Darlene Hylton; niece, Trina H. Minter (Steve); great-niece, Meredith; and numerous other great-nieces and great-nephews.

Dallas graduated from Willis High School in 1959 and began working in his father’s lumber company. Together they formed Hubbard Lumber Corporation. In 1991 he retired from working with timber and returned to his first love, which was farming and working with cattle.

He was a longtime member of Topeco Church of the Brethren having joined at age 14. He was a member/chairman of several committees. He was selected to be a deacon and served in that capacity until his illness prevented it. He enjoyed being the church “Candy Man.”

He was noted for his dry sense of humor, his love of laughter, and his generosity. When he heard of a need he was always willing to help. He had a heart for young people, and employed, mentored or otherwise encouraged several over the years who became like additional children or grandchildren to him.

Due to the current virus threat the family will be holding a private graveside service with Rev. Ted Turner and Rev. Mike Varner officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to Topeco Church of the Brethren, Camp Bethel (Fincastle, VA) or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. The family would like to thank all the caregivers who helped out over the past several years.

Richard "Rick" Dale Weeks

 

Richard “Rick” Dale Weeks, 65 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Cline & Eula Weeks; brother, Gary “Charcoal” Weeks; and brother-in-law, Harden Davis.

He is survived by his daughter, Kelli Chaffin and husband Gary; grandson, Braden Chaffin; granddaughter, Emma Chaffin; brothers and sister, Roger Weeks & wife Diana, Linda Weeks Davis, and Larry Weeks and wife Janice; three nieces and three nephews; and special friend, Frank Keith.

A private graveside service will be held in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Mack Darrell Montgomery, Sr.

 

Mack Darrell Montgomery, Sr., 58 of Willis, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Calvin & Goldie Montgomery; and sister, Arlene M. Collins.

He is survived by his wife, Sheree Montgomery; children, Matthew Montgomery & wife Erin Yearout-Patton, AshleyLachell Young, Mack Montgomery, Jr., and Arlene Montgomery; grandson, Malachi Montgomery; brother & sister-in-law, Colen “Monte” & Alice Montgomery; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Pastor Jeff Dalton officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF – Mid Atlantic Chapter), PO BOX 37920, Boone IA 50037-0920.

Annie Belle Hale Goad Slaughter

Annie Belle Hale Goad Slaughter, 82 of Floyd, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 5, 2020.

She is preceded in death by her husbands, Billy Goad and Waitman Slaughter; parents, Carlis Cebert & Algie Annie Conner Hale; son, Larry Goad; sister, Ollie Mae Trail; and brother, Ralph Hale.

Ann lived her life loving and caring for her four sons and living a Christ-like example before her family. She had many friends from her 34 years at Floyd Garment and 15 years at Skyline Nursing & Rehab. She was a friend to all and showed her Christian love to those she met.

She is survived by her sons, Michael Goad (Audrey), Ricky Goad (Kim), and William Goad (Connie); grandchildren, Frances Dalton (Vernon), Julie Winkey (Shannon), Shawn Shearing (Jodie), Dustin Shearing, Brianna Goad (Austin), and Jayden Goad; great-grandchildren, Emma, Lydia, Dawson, Zaine, and Elias; brothers, Edgar Hale (Vannie Sue), Carlis Hale, Larry Wayne Hale (Brenda); sister-in-law, Effie Montgomery (Cecil); several nieces & nephews; step-children, Lonnie Slaughter (Joyce), and Judy Young (Leon).

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Charlie Spencer and Brother Mark Spencer officiating. Interment will follow in the Laurel Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 – 4 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Ina Christine Martin

Ina Christine Martin, 80 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2020. She is preceded in death by her parents, Covy Melvin and Elverna Mamie Harris Sowers; sister, Melva Stuphin.

She is survived by her husband, Owen Roscoe Martin; daughters and son-in-law; Ina Whitlock (Roy), Patsy Martin; son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy Martin (Brenda); brother, Roy Sowers; grandchildren, Jerry Whitlock, Tabitha Whitlock (Chris), Gina Turner, Shane Martin, Owen Martin, Wayne Martin; great grandchildren, Tegan Alexis Whitlock, Blandeon Dean, Juliet Grace Vest, Desiree Whitlock, Cheyenne Whitlock, C.J. Whitlock, Alayna Martin, Zayden Martin.

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Wesley Conner officiating. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. prior to the service.

Donald H. Semones

Donald H. Semones, 84 of Salem and formerly of Floyd County, went to be with his wife after a hard fought battle with several chronic illnesses on the morning of July 16, 2020.

Don served his country during the Korean War in the Navy and got to travel the world. He came home, met the love of his life and was married on February 15, 1958.

Don is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Hallie; one daughter, Kathy Dawn; and his parents, one brother, and one sister.

Left to mourn his loss are daughters, Vicki Mabery and Kathy M. (George) Bell, of Salem; one grandson, Jake (Maria) Mabery; and one brother, Curtis Semones.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2020 in the Topeco Cemetery with Pastor Howard Nester officiating.

The family would like to express a special thank you to Good Samaritan Hospice for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018.

Mary Spence Turman

Mary Spence Turman, 78 of Riner, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jacob Fred & Wetah Snow Spence; siblings, Charles Benny Spence and Lula Mae Boyd; and nephew, Ricky Spence.

She is survived by her husband, Walter J. Turman; sons, Kenneth Turman and Donnie Turman; grandchildren, Josh Graham, Jacob Turman, Kendra Turman, and Justin Turman; great-grandchildren, Preston, Maddie, Hunter, and Caleb; sister & brother-in-law, Martha & Charles “Billy” Altizer; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ted Farmer officiating. Interment will follow in the Willis Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 – 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Serafina Mackian

Serafina Mackian, 83, died on Thursday, July 2, 2020 in Floyd, Virginia. Born in Bosnia on September 7, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Rose & Ivan Kajic. She is also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 10 years, Gerald “Paddy” Mackian. 

She is survived by one son, Tony Mackian; three daughters, Eli Velickovic & husband Bora, Bozana Young & husband Robert, and Emily Pucelj; seven grandchildren, Ivan and Sergio Velickovic, Milan and Adriana Pucelj, Samuel and Sara Mackian, and Alessandra Young; and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by former son-in-law, Edvard Pucelj and former daughter-in-law, Cheryl Mackian.

Serafina established her faith early on in life. She held her faith dear to her heart and passed down through the generations, to her children and grandchildren. She was known for supporting her family through prayer. Her children say her firm Catholic beliefs helped shape them into the people they are today. When asked to describe Serafina, her children said she was the definition of strength, a constant in this ever changing world. 

She has always provided comfort in times of need. Regardless of what was going on around them, she played her role as mother. Her children say they always had her providing them love and security in time of need.

Serafina spent most of her life living in Eastern Europe providing for her family. She moved to America when she was 49. On top of being a loving mother,she was the kindest grandmother. Her grandchildren say they will miss her Serbian mac and cheese and her famous bread.  Those who were closest to her, refer to her as “Baba,” Serbian for grandmother.

Serbian was Serafina’s predominant language, as she spoke very little English. Her family says for a woman who didn’t speak English, she made America feel like home. Her caring nature and passionate heart will be truly missed. The family she leaves behind says she brought out the goodness in the world and gave them strength to face difficult situations and overcome them. 

A private graveside service consisting of family will be held in the Jacksonville Cemetery.

Serafina will truly be missed, but her family is glad she is finally at peace in the arms of her loving Savior.

Warren Taylor Williams

Warren Taylor Williams, 67 of Galax, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie & Estelle Williams.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia Diane Williams; son & daughter-in-law, Brad & April Williams; daughter & son-in-law, Karla & Wesley Smith; grandchildren, Austin & Matthew Williams, and Kylie & Seth Smith.

Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at the St. Matthews Cemetery with Rev. Randy Key officiating.

Nelderee Reynolds

Nelderee Reynolds, 78 of Willis, passed away on July 2, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Bud & Tillie Moles Spence. She is also preceded in death by her husband, James Reynolds; sister, Belva George; and brothers, Milton, Allen, Maurice, Naven, Trenton, and Nelson Spence. 

She is survived by her daughters & sons-in-law, Lorie & John Bolt, Penny & Michael Bolt; grandsons, Andrew, Dereck, and Matthew Bolt; great-granddaughter, Alice Bolt; step great-granddaughter, Klair Davis; sister, Corina Dougill; step-grandson and family, Mickey (Marcia) Bolt and Sierra, Samantha, and Adam; and her special family, DJ, Heather, Avery, Emery, and Marly Chaffin.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Dalton officiating. Interment will follow in the Blue Ridge Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 – 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors and nurses at Lewis-Gale Medical Center Surgical ICU for their dedicated care.

Lou Alice Howell Baker

Lou Alice Howell Baker, 83 of Floyd, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020. She was born May 17, 1937 to the late Calvin Asa & Eliza Alice Burges Howell.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Edgar Baker.

She is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law, David and Winona Baker; Darryl and Lisa Baker; grandchildren, Stacy Lawson and husband Mitch; Andrea Sehen and husband Allen; Colt Baker, Ryan Baker and wife Kelly; great grandchildren, Trent Sehen, Evan Sehen, Tulson Baker; brothers and sisters-in-law; Kurtz Howell, John and Danah Howell, Mary Howell, Becky Howell.

A Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Topeco Cemetery with Pastor Roy Turpin officiating. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice.

The family wishes to thank Carilion Hospice and a special thanks to our in home care givers; Wendy, Barbara, Crystal, Kiana, and McKeslie.

LeMan Hope Dobrenz, Jr.

LeMan H. Dobrenz, Jr., 55 of Floyd, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lee (LeMan, Sr.) & Ellie Dobrenz. 

LeMan was a friend to many. He devoted many years to his work serving at Ray’s Restaurant and recently with The Bread of Life. 

He is survived by his cousins, Chris Hale, Ginny Hale, Cindy Domenico, and Jason Domenico; as well as numerous other cousins and friends.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, 2020 in the Jacksonville Cemetery. Friends of LeMan are encouraged to come and share a memory of him.

Glenn Hansel Roberson

Glenn Hansel Roberson departed this life Saturday, June 20th at English Meadows Senior Living. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sybil Gardner Roberson; his parents, Carl and Vada Roberson; and his two brothers, Hubert and Calvin Lee. 

He leaves behind his daughter, Martha A. Wirt (Ford); his grandson, Alex Wirt (Amber); two precious great-granddaughters, Jordan and Audrey Wirt; his sister, Reva Marrow; and sister-in-law, Helen Roberson.

He was a simple man who worked hard to meet the needs of his family and was anxious to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ upon leaving this life. Many thanks to Kindred at Home Care and the staff at English Meadows - Christiansburg Campus for their kindness and care. 

Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Pastor Shake Smith officiating. 

In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Auburn Baptist Christian Academy, PO Box 917, Riner, VA 24149.

Eunice Darlene Phillips Perdue

Eunice Darlene Phillips Perdue, 84 of Floyd County, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. She is preceded in death by her parents, Walter Clyde & Ora Duncan Phillips; sons, Fredrick Clyde & Richard Lee Stutler; and brother, Eugene Kelly Phillips, Sr.

She is survived by her daughters, Debbie (Bobby) Payne, Kathy Stutler, and Gloria Stutler; son, Lee Perdue; sister, Geneva Shockley; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Turpin officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 – 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. 

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Heritage Hall – Laurel Meadows for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice.

James Warner Casteel, Sr.

James Warner Casteel, Sr., 86 of Floyd, joined family and friends in Heaven on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. He was born to Henry and Dorothy Casteel on November 13, 1933. 

Jim had a great many loves in his life, first and foremost his wife of 63 years, Carrie.  But he also loved his many friends from his high school buddies who remained friends for life, to his former co-workers at the Post Office and at Bob’s Radio and TV, to his regular golf and card buddies.  He loved his country serving in the United States Navy as a radio operator in the VP-56 Squadron and providing funeral honors for years as part of the American Legion.  He loved Great Oaks Country Club in Floyd, where he was a founding member, spending countless hours at Great Oaks. Even as he was losing names and faces because of dementia, he could recite the par for each hole.  Whether from the big smile he often wore or a funny story or joke, he loved to make people smile.  Sometimes the jokes weren’t great, but when he and Carrie started laughing it was contagious to everyone else in the room.   To those who knew him, it’s redundant to say that Jim was an active member of the Floyd United Methodist Church and many other groups in Floyd County.  If he was involved, he was going to be an active member and for much of his life moved from one thing to the next, with a passion for everything he did.  He was an amateur woodworker and would often sign the pieces when he gave them to the kids, one often used signature read, ‘made with little skill, but lots of love,’ which was true for almost everything he did.

He is survived by his wife, Carrie; children, James Jr (Donna) Casteel of Goodlettesville, TN, Paula (Keith) Bolte of Blacksburg VA, and Clark (Amy) Casteel of Danville, VA.; grandchildren, John (Kristen) Casteel, Margaret Casteel, Juli Layne, Taylor Bolte, Ethan Casteel, Jacob Casteel; five great-grandchildren; brother, Leighton Casteel of Roanoke VA; and several nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Military Rites by Faith Fellowship. 

In lieu of flowers, Jim would really like it if you called an old friend and told them a funny story, played a round of golf, or volunteered in your community.  

Joseph Wayne Poff

Joseph Wayne Poff, 72 of Willis, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry & Treva Poff; and brother, Billy Poff.

He served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam as a Seabee. He was an avid gardener and extremely hard worker who was well loved and known for being selfless.

He is survived by his wife, Terri B. Poff; son, Josiah Poff; daughter & son-in-law, Brandie & Kevin Hall; grandchildren, Becky Lynn Detamore, Matthew Wayne Hall, and Logan James Hall; great-grandchild, Prynce Valley; brother, Michael Ray Poff; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2020 at ROWJ Ministries with Pastor Greg Poff and Paul Robertson officiating. Interment will follow in the JW Poff Cemetery with Military Rites by the U.S. Navy Funeral Honors. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service at the church.