Bobby Lee Phillips

 

Bobby Lee Phillips, 80 of Indian Valley, passed away on April 28, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Freeman & Edna Phillips; and brother-in-law, Clarence Huff.

He is survived by his loving son and caregiver, Steven Phillips; granddaughter who he adored, Alexandria Caitlin Phillips; and sisters & brothers-in-law, Irene & Junior Moore, Reda & Wayne Quesenberry, and Judith Huff.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 2, 2021 in the Kidd Montgomery Cemetery with Pastor Kenneth Poston officiating.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, masks and social distancing are recommended when attending outdoor services.

Howard Dennis Keith

Howard Dennis Keith, 70 of Floyd, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer & Delphina Alderman Keith.

Howard served in the Marine Corps, coached sandlot football, and was Santa Claus for many years in the Floyd Christmas Parade.

He is survived by brother & sister-in-law, Larry & Susan Keith; sister, Lisa Keith; niece, Amanda Keith; nephew, Albert (Sarah) Keith; great-nieces, Serena & Miya Keith; and great-nephew, Maximus Keith.

Memorial Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Turpin officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Floyd VFW Post 7854 or American Legion Post 127 c/o Rick Syx, PO Box 664, Floyd, VA 24091 (checks to American Legion Post 127).

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, masks and social distancing are required when attending services in the Maberry Funeral Home facilities.

Andrew B. Boyd

 

Andrew B. Boyd, 52 of Floyd, passed away on Thursday, April 22, 2021. He is preceded in death by his fathers, Arthur B. Boyd and Carlile Harris; brother, James Randall Boyd; and special friend, Teresa Moreland.

He is survived by his mother, Ronda D. Harris; brother & sister-in-law, John Boyd & Linda Oliver; nephew, Nate Boyd; niece, Hannah Boyd; six uncles; two aunts; and numerous extended family members.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 26, 2021 in the Topeco Church of the Brethren with Pastor Mike Varner officiating. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, April 25, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Floyd County Rescue Squad, PO Box 257, Floyd, VA.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, masks and social distancing are required when attending services in the Maberry Funeral Home facilities.

Claris Whorley Webb

 

Claris Whorley Webb, 78 of Roanoke, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Shirley Webb; sons, Anthony Whorley and Alonzo Webb; parents, Gratton & Virginia Paige Whorley; and one sister and eight brothers.

She is survived by her children, Claris Whorley, Alvin (Diana) Whorley, Lenora (Owen) Paige, Alphonzo (Sheila) Webb, Theresa (Gary) Levesy, and Susan (Antwyne) Calloway; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great great-grandchildren; brother, Allen (Hazel) Whorley; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wallis Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the Webb Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Gentle Shepherd Hospice for the love and care of Claris.

Geneva Wood Belcher

 

Geneva Wood Belcher, finished her race on April 7 and now rests in victory with her Lord Jesus Christ. Preceding her in death are her husband of 59 years, Carl Isaac Belcher; son-in-law, Ricky Lane Boyd; parents, Arthur and Elree Hancock Wood; and sister, Ardena Wood Pratt.

She is survived by her daughter, Alicia Boyd; sons, Alan and wife Lisa Agee Belcher and David and wife Lee Ann Smith Belcher; sister, Gertrude Wood Vipperman; and brother, Dwight and wife, Sarah Terry Wood. She is also survived by six loving grandchildren, Amy Boyd, Lori Boyd Phillips, Arthur Boyd, Malory Belcher, Isaac Belcher and Brenna Belcher. The twinkle in her eye for the later years of her life are three great-grandchildren, Aiden Boyd, Jonathan Phillips and Emily Phillips. She also leaves behind several nieces, nephews and their children who adored their sweet “Auntie Gee”.

Born in a hollow atop Rock Castle Gorge, Geneva learned life-values from hard working parents and maintained the work ethic throughout her life. She graduated Valedictorian from Floyd County High School in 1958. She held various private and public positions over her professional career which ended with the rewarding assignment of being the Administrator for the Lions Club of Virginia.

Geneva never allowed her career to interfere with her priority of being a loving wife and mother. She fashioned a wholesome and happy home for her family and always prioritized a commitment to the Bible, the Church and our Savior. She joined Slate Mountain Presbyterian church as a charter member in 1950. Geneva had great appreciation for music and was a natural alto, could play piano and learned to read music from her father at an early age. For a time she carried on his tradition of instructing others in the reading of shape note music, a vanishing art form.

Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Slate Mountain Presbyterian Church with Pastor Jeff Dalton and Pastor Floyd Dodson officiating. Interment will follow in the Slate Mountain Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice, 945 Zephyr Road, Dobson, NC 27017 or by going to www.mtnvalleyhospice.org

Kathleen Ora Spence

Kathleen Ora Spence, 93 of Willis, passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Claude Spence; infant daughter, Brenda Spence; parents, James & Vanada Spence; brother, Harold Spence; and sister, Helen Trump.

She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Shirley & James Bishop; grandson, Andrew Ayers; granddaughter, Charity; great-grandson, Noah; sisters, Patty Bolt and Ruth Higgs; grand-dog, Dell; special neighbors, loving caregivers, and family, Kevin, Amy, William and Nate Hurtz and Lydia and Trudy Carrick.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 10, 2021 in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Pastor Howard Nester officiating.  

Please note, masks and social distancing are recommended when attending outdoor services.

Susie Jewell

 

Susie Jewell, 77 of Pilot, passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Irvin Jewell; father, Daniel Martin; mother, Loretta Woodring; step-father, Harold Woodring; brothers, Gene Martin and Jerry Martin; sister-in-law, Maggie Martin; and step-children, Kenny Jewell and Debra Thomas.

She is survived by her sons, Troy Altizer (Steve Thrasher), James Phillips (Jay Phillips); daughter, Debra Akers (Bill); step-children, Bobby Jewell, Jessica Akers (Derek), Connie Marshall (Danny), and Patricia Smith; grandchildren, Amanda Board (Mike), Jessie Akers (Jenna Hopkins), and Kali Akers (Travis Hatcher); great-grandchildren, Alicia Akers, Avery Board, Levi Akers, and Kendall Hatcher; brothers, Norman Martin and Casol Martin (Nadine); sisters, Delores Linkous (Mitchell) and Bertha Martin (Lew); sister-in-law, Agnes Martin; brother-in-law, Larry Jewell; and numerous step-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at Noon on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Darrell Linkous officiating. Interment will follow in the Huffville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until Noon prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Carilion Hospice, Rebekah Campbell, and Becky.

Please note, masks and social distancing are required when attending services at Maberry Funeral Home.

Kenneth Dillon Belcher

 

Kenneth Dillon Belcher, 88 of Floyd, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2021. He is preceded in death by his wife, Hilda Weddle Belcher; parents, Wesley & Lelia Belcher; son-in-law, Scott Bolt; brother & sister-in-law, Vernon & Eula Belcher; and in-laws, Edward Weddle, Bruce Weddle, Frances Hatcher, Carolyn Magana, Lyndell Bower, and Catherine Quesinberry.

He is survived by his daughter, Erica Bolt; granddaughter, Katelyn Spruill (Cody); brother & sister-in-law, Odell & Ellen Belcher; sisters-in-law & brother-in-law, Delpha Sutphin and Janet & Russell Hylton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 5, 2021 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Pastor Joe Cox officiating and Military Rites by the Army National Guard.

Please note, masks and social distancing are recommended when attending outdoor services.

Louise Harris Lyle

 

Louise Harris Lyle, 97 of Radford, passed away on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Junior Clayton Lyle; son, Tyrell Clayton Lyle; and all of her brothers and sisters.

Louise was a well-known locally recognized quilter. She loved politics and was intrigued by the current events, including keeping up with the world’s happenings until the end.

She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis Lyle; son & daughter-in-law, Joseph & Amy Lyle; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held in the Indian Creek Cemetery.

Christine Boothe Horton

 

Christine Boothe Horton, 75 of Floyd, passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Brady & Alma Boothe; siblings, Thelma Smith, Jr. Boothe, Edna Moles, Virginia Graham, Estelle Shealor, Nancy Bragg, Jean Huff, and Shirley Boothe; and step-granddaughter, Cassie Robinette.

She is survived by her husband, Gary J. Horton; children and their spouses, Andy & Angie Huff and Wendy & Jamie Atkins; grandchildren, Shawn Atkins (Vanessa), Brady Atkins (Olivia); step-grandchildren, Whitney Robinette and Derek Robinette (Brittney); step great-grandchildren, Zayne and Lillie Robinette; brothers & sisters-in-law, Jimmy & Betty Boothe and Joe & Mary Boothe; sister, Annie Jones; and special companion, Ginger. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at the Little River Baptist Church with Pastor Billy Johnson and Pastor Allan Vass officiating. Interment will follow in the Lee Cemetery (Tuggles Gap). The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at the church.

Flowers are appreciated, or donations may be made to the Floyd County Fire Department, Station 1, P.O. Box 33, Floyd, VA 24091 or to Little River Baptist Church, 2449 Floyd Hwy N, Floyd, VA 24091.

Those attending the services are asked to follow COVID-19 regulations set forth by the church in which the services are being held. The regulations at the church are not made by Maberry Funeral Home.

Ashleigh Elaine Cuffle

Ashleigh Elaine Cuffle, infant daughter of Kenny Cuffle and Brooke Smith, passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021. She is preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Don Killen, Gary Landry, Ernest “Chet” Cuffle, Helen Dyre Blevins, and Homer Franklin Neece.

In addition to her parents, Ashleigh is survived by her grandparents, Chad & Kathy Smith and Jeffrey & Patricia Cuffle; great-grandparents, Steve Smith, Susan Smith, Meg Killen, and Mary Cuffle; aunts, Blake Smith and Tiffany Breckinridge; uncles, Jack Smith and Travis Cornell; and numerous extended great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins.

A private memorial service will be held.

Monroe Manford Willis

 

Monroe Manford Willis, 82 of Copper Hill, passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Earnest & Gertrude Willis; sons, Kevin Willis and two infant sons; and sister, Mary Lee Pleasants.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Barbara Wood Willis; sons & daughters-in-law, Ronnie & Lisa Willis, Tony & Pam Willis, and Travis & Charlotte Willis; daughter & son-in-law, Cindy & Eugene Smith; special grandchildren, Destiny and Nickolys; grandchildren, Brandy, Morgan, Bella, Travis, Earnest, Justin, and Danielle; and eight great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 25, 2021 in the Restvale Cemetery with Chaplain Melton Johnson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Floyd County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 257, Floyd, VA 24091.

Please note, masks and social distancing are recommended when attending outdoor services.

Lois Webb Boyd

Lois Webb Boyd, 94 of Floyd, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 21, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie & Edith Webb; husband, Charles Oliver Boyd; son, Gayland Clarence Boyd; and four brothers and three sisters. 

She is survived by her daughters & sons-in-law, Brenda & Nolan Webb and Elaine & Danny L. Phillips; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brother & sister-in-law, Sydney & Allie Webb; and sister, Mozelle Webb Boyd.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Danny Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in the Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 1 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Please note, masks and social distancing are required when attending services inside of Maberry Funeral Home.

Hilda Weddle Belcher

Hilda Weddle Belcher, 81 of Floyd, passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward & Daisy Weddle; son-in-law, Scott Bolt; and siblings, Edward Weddle, Bruce Weddle, Frances Hatcher, Carolyn Magana, Lyndell Bower, and Catherine Quesinberry; and brother-in-law, Vernon Belcher.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Belcher; daughter, Erica Bolt; granddaughter, Katelyn Spruill (Cody); sisters & brother-in-law, Delpha Sutphin and Janet & Russell Hylton; brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Odell & Ellen Belcher; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 22, 2021 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Pastor Joe Cox officiating.

Please note, masks and social distancing are recommended when attending outdoor services.

Claudine Vest Haynes

Claudine Vest Haynes, 87 of Floyd, passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021. She is preceded in death by her brothers & sisters-in-law, Harless & Ruby Vest, Alton & Christine Vest, and Freddie & Shelby Vest. 

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Don L. Haynes; son & daughter-in-law, Anthony & Jessica Talley-Haynes; grandchildren, Alexis Hudson (Matt) and Sekai Talley-LaRoche; great-grandchild, Eleanor Hudson; sister & brother-in-law, Ina & Herbert Wood; twin sister & brother-in-law, Lorine & David Huff; and one niece and numerous nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 12, 2021 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Dr. Duncan Rankin officiating. Those wishing to pay their respects by signing the book may do so on Thursday, March 11, 2021 between the hours of 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home. At the family’s request, masks are required when attending the graveside service.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Doris Harris for her love and devotion as a caregiver and to Carilion Hospice for all of their excellent care.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Floyd County Fire Department, P.O. Box 33, Floyd, VA 24091 or to the Floyd County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 257, Floyd, VA 24091.

Please note, masks and social distancing are required when inside of Maberry Funeral Home.

Edward Lee Pratt

 

Edward Lee Pratt, 48 of Elliston, passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. He is preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Edward loved hunting, fishing, and spending time with his kids. He was a gun collector and loved old cars, including his 1964 Nova. He was devoted to and loved his job at Steel Dynamics for 27 years.

He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Tingler Pratt; parents, Charles & Brenda Pratt; sons, Thomas Pratt, Zachary Pratt, and Jacob Pratt; daughter, Rebecca Tingler; brother, Timothy Pratt (Kirsten); sister, Carolyn Pratt Mycek (Daniel); a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and best friends, William Statome and Jimmy Sinclair.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 12, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Eddie Boothe officiating. Interment will follow in the Pratt Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior to the service.

Please note, masks and social distancing are required when attending services inside of Maberry Funeral Home.

Beulah Marie Radford Yearout

 

Beulah Marie Radford Yearout, 71 of Floyd, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ted Pearson Yearout; and daughter-in-law, Cathy Yearout.

Beulah was an incredibly strong woman. She never had easy life, growing up in a rural Floyd County as one of 14 silbings, but she was happy. For 25 years she battled multiple forms of cancer and today she's not fighting anymore. She loved being a grandmother more than anything else and she let everyone know that. If there are three things Beulah would want everyone to know it's 1. She loved her Lord and savior with all her heart. 2. She loved her family unconditionally. 3. She loved and cared for her friends and neighbors.

She is survived by her sons & daughter-in-law, Ron & Joyce Yearout and Don Yearout; grandsons, William, Kieffer, Cameron, and Ben Yearout; and granddaughters, Molly and Abby Yearout.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 8, 2021 in the Beaver Creek Cemetery with Pastor Warren Bumgarner officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl, Memphis, TN 38105.

Please note, masks and social distancing are highly encouraged for outdoor services.

Mavis Corrine Cox

 

Mavis Corrine Cox, 83 of Willis, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. She was born on May 22, 1937 to the late Clova Bolt Dalton. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years, Warren “Bud” Cox; granddaughter, Misty Jo Cox; brother, Venston Dalton and sisters, Mabel Boyd and Lareda Quesenberry.

“Rean” was the oldest of 9 siblings. She was born and raised in the Buffalo Mountain community, which she dearly loved. She was a loving wife and devoted mother to her children. When asked what made her happy, she said “Family”. Rean also opened up her home and heart to her many extended family and friends throughout her life. Welcoming everyone with kindness, open arms and a wonderful smile, those moments will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her children, Warren “Bo” (Ann), Lloyd (Becky), Christine (John) Benson, and Eldon (Leslie); five grandchildren, Angie (Matt), Travis (Samantha), Jessica (Devon), Amanda, and Michael (Amie); 14 great-grandchildren; brothers, Norman Dalton, William Dalton, Earl Dalton, and Franklin Dalton; and sister, Wanda Linkous.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 6, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Danny Phillips and Pastor Vernon Dalton officiating. Interment will follow in the Irenia Mayberry Cox Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021 at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank Ann for the loving care you gave mom. We would also like to thank the great care from Dr. Judy and Dr. Goldschmidt along with their staff, the Intrepid Hospice Team, and the staff of Maberry Funeral Home.

Please note, masks and social distancing are required at all times when inside of the Maberry Funeral Home facilities.

Jessie B. Mitchell, Jr.

 

Jessie B. Mitchell, Jr, age 82, of Christiansburg went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 1, 2021 after a brief illness.  He was preceded in death by his parents Jessie B. and Lettie H. Mitchell; and brother, Donald.

Left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife of 56 years, Reba Jean; and son, Jeffrey.  He also leaves behind two sisters, JoAnn Heffernan (Mike) and Barbara Stockner; sisters-in-law, Nancy Mitchell, Bernice Woods, Ella Breeding (Bobby), Verda Robbins (Bud); brothers-in-law, Wendell (Brenda), Hogue, David (Sherrie), Rick Barnette; and numerous nieces and nephews.                                                                                                                                                    
Jessie was a Veteran of the U. S. Army.  He obtained an A.S. Degree from New River Community College and was a graduate of Nashville Auto Diesel College.  He was a member and deacon of Indian Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Jessie was a quiet and humble man who loved the Lord and always met you with a smile that would light up the room.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021 in the Indian Creek Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Lowell Hopkins and Elder Carlton Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the Indian Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon – 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Buel D. Bolt

Buel D. Bolt, 80 of Floyd, went Home to be with his Savior on March 1, 2021.

He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Marie U. Bolt; son & daughter-in-law, Philip & Jaimie Bolt; daughter & son-in-law, Karen & Randall Sutphin; and one special grandson, Justin Sutphin.

Private services were held with interment in the Harris Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a thank you to the Salem VA Medical Center and Intrepid Hospice for all of the people and services provided to make his final days comfortable. They would like to offer a special thank you to Crystal Black, caregiver, and forever known as family.