Rebecca H. Richardson

Rebecca H. Richardson, 77 of Willis, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold D. Richardson; and her parents, Charles “Doc” & Mildred Horsley.

Rebecca was raised in Salem and lost her mother at a young age.  She worked as an LPN at Jefferson Hospital in Pediatrics and later at Meadowbrook. She then was a stay-at-home mom and worked at her church for 19 1/2 years after her husband passed.

She was well-loved and she had a special love for children. She had many church callings but her favorite was being Stake Primary President for the area. She had an incredible love of God her Savior and His atonement.

She is survived by her son & daughter-in-law, Charles Devan & Falene Richardson; daughter & son-in-law, Heather & Reggie Akers; grandchildren, Holland (Ethan) Rowley, Lakota (Chandler) Call, Destiny Akers, Cozette Richardson, Nicholas Dane Akers; sister & brothers-in-law, Sandra & Earl Clower, Tommy Richardson and Joe Richardson.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with Branch President Alec Carlson, Jon Passic, and Jamie Evans officiating. Interment will follow in the Huffville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, October 20, 2023 at Maberry Funeral Home.

The family would like to thank Good Samaritan Hospice with a special thank you to Sarah A., Monica, Shannon, Mary Lee, Lottie, and Gini.

Donald G. Earles

 

Donald G. Earles, 97 of Riner, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023. He is preceded in death by his wife of 75 years, Lois Walker Earles; daughter, Kathy Earles; son, Jimmy Earles; daughter-in-law, Rebecca Earles; grandchildren, Ursula Woolwine and Jason Earles; great-grandson, Tray Turley; and siblings, Dennie Earles and Dorothy Earles.

Donald was a very loving and caring father who was deeply loved by all. He had a strong Christian faith. He served in the United States Army in World War II.

He is survived by his sons & daughter-in-law, Johnny Earles and Joey and Terri Earles; daughters and sons-in-law, Wanda and Gene Furrow and Vickie and Kenny Waller; 13 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Greg Poff and Pastor Steve and Mary Lou Akers officiating. Interment will follow in the Farris Cemetery with Military Rites by the Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend their thanks to Good Samaritan Hospice and the staff of Heritage Hall with a special thank you to Kaitlin Lucas, April Jarels, and Ashley Bland.

Patricia Shelor

 

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Shelor, born in January 1940 in Lowell, Massachusetts. Patricia lived a fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to her family and community. She graduated from High School in Lowell and went on to achieve great things throughout her life.

Patricia was the loving daughter of her late adoptive father Raymond Croteau. She was also predeceased by her beloved mother, Isabel (Connell) Croteau, her two half-brothers, David Croteau (father of Valerie Croteau), and Raymond Croteau Jr. as well as her first husband, Wesley Ames.

For the past 37 years, Patricia was happily married to her devoted husband, Dwight E. Shelor Sr. She cherished her role as a mother to Valerie Croteau (Mike Bundy) and step-mother to Nikia (Robert Liguori) and Dwight Jr. (Mais). Patricia adored her four grandchildren, Mark Shelor, Silvana Liguori, Sydney Spurrell, and Aiden Bundy.

After graduating from high school, Patricia began her professional journey. She worked for a Trucking Company in New Jersey and a Bank in Arlington, Virginia, before finding her passion as a Public Relations Assistant for a Massachusetts Congressman on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Her exceptional skills and dedication led her to transfer to the Federal Energy Administration, which later became part of the Department of Energy (DOE) upon its formation. Patricia served as a Public Relations Specialist in the office of the Secretary of Energy, working closely with Admiral James Watkins until her retirement in 1994.

In 2002, Patricia moved to Floyd County, where she continued to make a positive impact on her community. She actively participated in various civic activities, demonstrating her remarkable commitment to serving others. Patricia served on the Floyd Local Advisory Board of the New River Community Action (NRCA), and she held the esteemed position of Chairman of the Floyd County Woman's Club Arts and Crafts Festival committee. She organized a successful fashion show fundraiser for the NRCA Floyd County emergency assistance fund and actively supported the Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Floyd County Back Pack program. Patricia also contributed her time and expertise as a board member for the New River Community Action and the Floyd Center for the Arts (Jacksonville Center).

Patricia Shelor will be remembered for her kind and compassionate nature, her dedication to her family, Church (Falling Branch United Methodist Church) and community, and her unwavering commitment to her work. Her legacy of love, service, and generosity will continue to inspire all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She will be deeply missed.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 14, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Darlene Marshall officiating. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 13, 2023 at the funeral home. 

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Captain Daniel Shelor Furnace Memorial, 271 Canning Factory Rd., Floyd, VA 24091.

The family would like to extend our sincere thanks to Caregivers, Doris Harris, Sara Gettel and Mollie Burrows for their loving kindness to us and Patricia during her time of need.

For any additional information or to extend condolences, please contact: Dwight Shelor, 540-745-3117.

James Floyd Denney

James Floyd Denney, 83 of Riner, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 28, 2023.

James was a spiritual man who knew his Savior. He was a loving husband of 60 years, devoted father to his three children, and proud grandfather of two grandsons.

He retired from Lynchburg Foundry after 36 years to farm full-time. He loved the outdoors and was an avid animal lover, caring for his cattle, cats, and his farm. He had a special way with animals and they would always come running to see him. They trusted his touch and would calm in his presence. He is lovingly known to his family as an animal whisperer.  

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Bishop Denney; son & daughter-in-law, Harold & Sybil Denney; daughters, Danielle Denney and Jill Denney; grandchildren, Ethan Hale and Jacob Hale; and sister, Martha Young.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 2, 2023 the Sunset Cemetery with Pastor Lee Wiggins officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the graveside.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Riner Rescue Squad, 4171 Riner Rd, Riner, VA 24149 or the Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center, 480 Cinnabar Rd., Christiansburg, VA 24073.

Jennifer Lee Sweeney

 

Jennifer Lee Sweeney, 45 of Roanoke, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023. She is preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Smith Rea; and mother-in-law, Rita Sweeney.

She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Tracy Lee Sweeney; son, Austin Claude Sweeney; daughter, Chyenne Nadiene Sweeney; father, Nicholas Paul Rea (Barbara Paitsel); sisters, Kristin Rea and Nicole Rea (Jeff Swaim); nieces, Emily Massey, Morgan Chandler, Addison Rea Swaim, Julie Swaim Camp, and Kelly Swaim Nedvin; and father-in-law, Elwood Sweeney.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Pastor Mark Washington officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Ave., N.E., Roanoke, VA 24012.

Donald Lee Haynes

 

Donald Lee Haynes, 88 of Floyd formerly of Woolwine, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Claudine Vest Haynes; parents, Murray C. & Allene Moran Haynes; and brother, James C. Haynes.

He is survived by his son & daughter-in-law, Anthony & Jessica Talley-Haynes; grandchildren, Alexis Hudson and Sekai Talley-LaRoche; great-grandchild, Eleanor Hudson; sisters-in-law & brother-in-law, Ina Wood and Lorine & David Huff; nephew, J.C. (Barbara) Haynes; and nieces, Anita (Lamont) Lancaster and Debra Cook.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2023 in the Jacksonville Cemetery with Rev. Richard Thomas officiating and Military Rites by the VFW Post #7854 and American Legion Post #127. Those wishing to pay their respects by signing the book and leaving a message for his family on the casket may do so on Friday, September 22, 2023 between the hours of Noon – 5 p.m. at Maberry Funeral Home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Doris Harris, Mike Still, and Barbara Pack for their love and devotion as caregivers.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Floyd County Fire Department, P.O. Box 33, Floyd, VA 24091, to the Floyd County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 257, Floyd, VA 24091, or to the Floyd County Humane Society, P.O. Box 862, Floyd, VA 24091.

Bonnie Belle Outten

Bonnie Belle Outten, 87 of Willis, passed away peacefully at home on September 18, 2023, surrounded by loved ones and her beloved cats. She is preceded in death by her mother, Elsie B. Marshall; father, Elijah Graham Marshall; and her husbands, William A. Outten and Paul S. Hill.

She is survived by her step-children, Daniel L. Outten (Melissa), Debbie DeJesus (Ronald), Donna Marshall (Harvey), Pauline Horton (Richard), David Hill, and Paul Hill; cousins, Betty Quesenberry, Joan Eads, Patsy Marshall, Carol Sue Squires (Carl), and Roger Beuster (Kathy); as well as many more cousins whom she adored.

Bonnie would often say that she had lived three lives – each of which she filled with love, laughter, travel, and cats. She had a zest for life, made friends wherever she went, and always took time to stay in touch with her friends and family. She touched many lives and brought joy to those around her through her warmth, wit, and generosity.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at Mitchell Chapel Pentecostal Holiness Church with Pastor Nathan Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in the Cox Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Many thanks to those special people who visited, called, prayed, stayed, and loved her through her final weeks. Chief among those are Debbie, Donna, Polly, Pastor Nathan and Esther. Thanks also to her church family and hospice nurses. Bonnie was a shining example of how to live and die with dignity and grace. She loved her Lord, trusted His amazing grace, and was looking forward to an eternity of love and light in His presence.

Ruth Ann Vest Ingram

Ruth Vest Ingram, 90 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Elvin Ingram; parents, Morris Allen and Ida Mae Cannaday Vest; brothers Kyle A. Vest, Ralph M. Vest, David R. Vest; sister, Dorothy V. Janney.

She is survived by her sons, David W. Ingram (Teresa M.) and Robert L. Ingram (Amy J.); grandchildren, Wayne Ingram (Brandi M.) and their children Rafe Joseph, Limary Ann,  and Tripp Lane, Kassie Landes (Tyler) and their children Lilian Grayce and Theodore Trent, and Jordan Levi Ingram; brothers, Paul L. Vest, Charles W. Vest (Loretta P.), James B. Vest (Katie S.); sister, Marie V. Thomas (Bill); numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.

Ruth was a graduate of Check High School. She spent most of her adult life working with the public at G. J. Ingram and Son Store alongside her husband and sons whom she dearly loved. She was always working, caring for others, working outside in her flower and vegetable gardens, canning and preserving foods. She was a role model for others sharing her talents and life skills freely. Because of these traits and strengths, she was a crucial part in the success of the family business. Her duties varied from farm staff to owner of G. J. Ingram and Son Store and Little River Dairy. She was a master of all that she touched.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 21, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Turpin, Pastor Jerry Hylton, and Pastor Darren Landon officiating. Interment will follow in Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at the funeral home.

The family would like to give special thanks to Ruth’s devoted sister and selfless caregiver Marie Thomas. We also greatly appreciate her other caregivers Pam, Athena, Katherine, Pansy, Perky, Sally and Lisa. Thanks also go to Monica and her staff at Good Samaritan Hospice and Dr. Jed at Tri Area Clinic.

Ruth was fond of flowers and they will be appreciated. However, if you prefer contributions can be made in her memory to Stonewall Building Fund c/o Marie Thomas, 536 Poor Farm Rd SE, Floyd VA 24091 or Camp Bethel, 328 Bethel Rd, Fincastle VA 24090.

Freeman "Curtis" Duncan

 

Freeman “Curtis” Duncan, 82 of Willis, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Lillian Sanders Duncan; son, Curtis Anthony Duncan; daughters, Dianna Mullins and Tracy Flynn; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; special daughter by heart, Samantha Phillips and her children, Cheyenna and Jimmy Thomas; brother, Kenneth Duncan; sisters & brother-in-law, Joyce & Junior G. Underwood and Peggy A. Duncan; several nieces and nephews; and his fur baby, Rocky.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Justin Quesenberry officiating. Interment will follow in the Rakes Cemetery with Military Rites by the Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from Noon until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. 

Mattie Jane Quesenberry

 

Mattie Jane Quesenberry, 80 of Willis, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents, Curtis Dearn & Ettie Phillips Quesenberry; brothers, Alvis, Avis, Rudolph, Ronald, Glenn, and Eugene Quesenberry; and sisters, Phyllis Keith, Sadie Underwood, and Liddie Weeks.

Left to cherish her memory are her son & daughter-in-law, Danny Ray & June Sutphin; daughters & son-in-law, Joan Marie & David Slusher and Regina Sutphin Compton; grandchildren, Brandon Matthew Compton, Taylor Ryan Slusher, and Brooke Kathleen Slusher; brother & sisters-in-law, Roy Lee & Mitzie Quesenberry, Joyce Quesenberry, and Mozelle Quesenberry; and brother-in-law, Ralph Weeks.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 15, 2023 in the Simpkins, Phillips, Turpin, Quesenberry Cemetery with Pastor Roy Turpin officiating.

Floyd Francis Bain, Jr.

 

Floyd Francis Bain, Jr., 75 of Check, went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 8, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Francis Bain, Sr. & Merlie Phillips Bain; and brothers, Calvin Bain, David Bain, and Joe Bain.

He is survived by his wife, Josie Bain; sons & daughters-in-law, David Lee Guynn, Floyd Lane Bain, Charles Edward & Erica Bain, and Bobby Wayne & Sarah Bain; daughter, Maria Hancher; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren plus one on the way; brother, Dale Bain; sisters & brothers-in-law, Deborah & Jimmy Bowyer and Cathy & Charlie Hall; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral services will be held at Noon on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Tim Whitten officiating. Interment will follow in the Ambrose Cox Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until Noon prior to the service at the funeral home.

Bobbie Jean Poff Martin

 

Bobbie Jean Poff Martin, aged 89, of Floyd, peacefully passed away and joined her heavenly home on Thursday, September 7, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Beulah and Ewell Poff; as well as her infant brother. Bobbie was born in Willis, Virginia, on October 21, 1933. She had been a devoted member of the Topeco Church of the Brethren for over 50 years, actively participating as a Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School Director, and serving on various committees. Her last role within the church was as the President of the Topeco Women's Club.

In 1950, she proudly graduated from Willis High School, where she played as a starting forward for the Willis Eagles. Bobbie later worked at Skyline Sportswear until its closure in 1985, after which she began a 25-year career at Walmart until her retirement. Following retirement, she devoted her time to assisting at Maberry Funeral Home. Amidst her work commitments, Bobbie consistently supported her children in all their endeavors, including the FCHS band and various sporting events. She played a pivotal role in establishing the Floyd County Booster Club, where she served as President. After her children graduated, she enthusiastically embraced the opportunity to support her grandchildren in their school activities and volunteered at their school.

For over two decades, Bobbie was an active member of the Rebekah Lodge, serving as both treasurer and President of the Association. Even after her tenure as President, she continued to be involved in the Lodge and was honored with the highest recognition during a pinning ceremony, with the assistance of her grandchildren.

Bobbie is survived by her beloved family, whom she cherished above all else. She leaves behind her daughter, Deborah Snellings of Floyd; and her son, Ervin Martin of Alexandria. Her legacy continues through her two grandchildren, Brandon (Krystal) Snellings of Richmond and Erika Snellings (Alyssa Castillo) of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Bobbie's great-grandchildren, Carson Snellings, Madelyn Snellings, and Olivia Snellings, all from Richmond, were a source of immense joy in her life. She shared a special bond with two close friends, Jo Ann Maberry, with whom she attended Lodge meetings and various children's activities - some even mistook them for sisters, and her cousin friend, Freeda "Pete" Harris, with whom she conversed two or three times daily. Additionally, she was a cherished member of the Harris/Poff family, receiving unwavering support from several nieces and nephews during her final days at home.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, September 11, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Turpin and Pastor Angela Carr officiating. Interment will follow in Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Floyd Rescue Squad for their invaluable assistance and unwavering support.

Rosie McGrady

On September 7, 2023, Rosie McGrady, 94, a longtime resident of Floyd, joined her husband for their 77th wedding anniversary with angel wings. She was a resident of Heritage Hall, Blacksburg, VA. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Lawrence McGrady; mother & father, Viola and Trever Marshall; and her sisters, Lorene, Winnie, and Lassie.

She leaves behind her daughters and son-in-law, Joyce McGrady and Janice and Larry Weeks; grandchildren, Jessica Cromer (Michael), Joshua Cromer, Jason Weeks (Donna), Travis Weeks and wife Katie; and her great-grandchildren, Kaylee Wood and Grady Weeks. She will also be remembered by her numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.

Rosie loved baking her famous homemade biscuits, canning vegetables from Lawrence's garden, tending her beautiful flowers, crocheting unique doilies and afghans, and would always welcome company to eat her unforgettable chicken and dumplings anytime they visited. In her younger days she loved to go see Conway Twitty in concert. In recent years, she enjoyed participating in group activities such as playing bingo, attending tea parties, receiving manicures, and visiting with family during her stay in assisted living.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 10, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Turpin officiating. Interment will follow in the Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at English Meadows and Heritage Hall.

Marie Spangler

 

On September 2, 2023, Marie Spangler passed away peacefully at age 90 after a brief illness.

Marie was born, raised and had many wonderful memories of growing up with her family in Floyd Virginia.  She was born to her parents, Mary Catherine and Charles Spangler.  She was the youngest of three siblings, her brothers being Charles Jr. and Jack (Murray Jackson).

After graduating High School in 1951, at the age of 18, she moved to Washington DC to work for the FBI.  Five years later she moved to the Naval Research Laboratory where she worked thirty six additional years before retiring in 1992.

In 1963, Marie gave birth to her only son Ralph.  She raised him in a home filled with love and he is grateful that she was able to spend the last several years living with him and his wife, Julie in their home. Marie was a life-long crafter who enjoyed all forms of sewing, crochet, quilting and needlepoint.  After retiring she became a doll maker, producing dozens, perhaps hundreds, of hand-made porcelain dolls.  She was very proud of the fact that her dolls (or babies as she called them) began as mud and that she had a hand in almost every aspect of bringing them to 'life' - from pouring to firing, painting and finally creating custom outfits for each of them.  In her later years she also became a prolific quilter and was working on one the week before she passed.

Marie is predeceased by her parents, Charles and Mary Cathrine (Yopp) Spangler; her brothers, Charles Jr., and Jack and his wife, Bessie.

Marie is survived by her son, Ralph Roland, his wife Julie Petrbok; and her sister-in-law Barbara Spangler.  She was also extremely close with all of her nieces and nephews, Sara Dulaney, Gary and Julianne Spangler, Janet Branch, Karen Black and David and Lydean Spangler.  There was a special place in her heart for all of their children and grand- children as well.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 8, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob McLavey officiating. Interment will follow in the Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Floyd County Humane Society, P.O. Box 862, Floyd, VA 24091.

Judy Ann Turman Hill

 

Judy Ann Turman Hill, 78 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harry Hill; parents, Mawyer & Winnie Turman; and siblings, James Turman, Donald Turman, and Connie Turman.

Judy was a beautician and homemaker.

She is survived by her daughters & sons-in-law, Diana & Jessie Sutphin and Amy & Mark Cardell; grandchildren, Hannah & Justin Fox, Mary Beth Sutphin, Harrison Carico, and Dakota Carico; great-grandchildren, Luke and Aria Fox; sisters, Vickie (Larry) Adams and Brenda (Donnie) Williams; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 8, 2023 in the Grace Baptist Church with Pastor Steve Lackey officiating. Interment will follow in the Dalton-Turman Cemetery.

Michele Camp

 

Michele Camp, 56, passed away suddenly but peacefully on August 23, 2023 at her home in Floyd, VA.

She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Chip; son, Nick Camp (Camille); step-daughters, Meghan Stacy (Kevin) and Kristen Pachucki (Camil); parents, Jerry and Robin Nucci; brother, Mark Nucci and his daughter Stephanie; as well as seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Michele had several hobbies such as sewing, decorating and stenciling. She was always one to hold and rock a baby. She loved planning and entertaining for the joy of others. However, Michele would most often spend her time of enjoyment curled up with a good book and a cup of tea.

Michele grew to love and be loved by many friends in Floyd and the four other locations in which she lived. Although only a resident of Floyd for three years, she found the area to be her “Happy Place”.

Deep Peace of the Quiet Earth to You.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Patsy Quarles Compton Cockram

Patsy Quarles Compton Cockram, 90 of Floyd, went to be with her Lord and Savior in her heavenly home on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

Preceding her in death are her husband, Welby Alton Cockram; her son, Steven Cockram; granddaughter, Leah Goff; daughters-in-law, Marcia Cockram and Penny Cockram; and parents, Ward & Minnalee Compton and Watkins Quarles.

Patsy graduated as Valedictorian of her high school class at the age of 16 years old and married the love of her life, Welby, a few months later. They would go on to share 72 years of marriage together that truly exemplified selfless, unending love. Her pride and joy was her family, and she enjoyed raising her children and spending time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and countless others who may not have been related by blood, but were always welcomed in all the same. Patsy worked for most of her adult life at the garment factory in Floyd until her retirement in 1998. She served her church through activities such as Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, singing groups, and Christmas plays. She was an excellent piano player and in addition to time spent teaching and playing for family at home, she played at Tuggles Gap and Duncan’s Chapel Church during services for many years. She was very talented at crocheting, knitting, and quilting and was a fantastic seamstress. She enjoyed gardening and canning to provide for her family and whomever she could share with as well. She loved to read and kept a detailed library of important events of friends, family, and the community. As she aged and dementia and arthritis kept her from continuing the things she once loved, she still enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles and doing word searches. Along with her husband Welby, she cared deeply for her friends, family, and neighbors and was always willing to offer a helping hand in any way she could, often putting others' needs before her own. Kind-hearted and forgiving, Patsy lived by and exemplified the saying, “Let your love be stronger than your pain”. A loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Patsy will be deeply missed by all who knew her and her love, light, and all the important lessons that she shared will be cherished and carried with us always.

She was a loving mom to her children, Gary (Jeanette) Cockram, Philip Cockram, Joel (Beth) Cockram, and Jennifer (Stacy) Goff; grandma to her grandchildren, Joan (Bruce) Ferrier, Denise (Tommy) Price, Bethany (Brandon) Williams, and Lissie Goff; and great-grandchildren, Garrett Price, Sidney Price, and Avalyn Williams; sisters, Louise Via and Lucy McAlexander; and numerous nieces and nephews and special friends she considered family.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Turpin and Pastor Stan Hawkins officiating. Interment will follow in the Lee Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lee Cemetery or to Duncans Chapel Church of the Brethren in Patsy’s memory.

Bobby Lee Richmond

 

Bobby Lee Richmond, 63, of Floyd, became a "Free Bird" Thursday, August 17, 2023.

He was born on November 23, 1959 in Alleghany County to the late Joyce "Faye" Richmond and Robert Richmond. He is also preceded in death by his oldest son, Jeremy Goode; his aunt, Judy; and close cousin and friend, David Lee along with many others that were very dear to him.

Surviving to cherish his memory are his children, Serena Fuller (Keith), Zachary Richmond (Katlyn), Daisy Richmond, and JJ Childress (Shantell); grandkids, McKenleigh, Kaylee, Hazely, Wylow, and Graeson; brother, Robert "Ham" Richmond (Stephanie); nieces, Kayla and Miranda; lifelong best friend/brother, Dennis Hinton; ex-wife, Rena Richmond; as well as his bonus kids, Jason Cragett and Jennifer Radford.

A memorial service will be held for family and friends at a later date.

Harry Alton Roberson

 

Harry Alton Roberson, 91 of Floyd, departed from his earthly life on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Homer & Lena Cockram Roberson; siblings, Freeda (James) DeHart, Estelle (Gilbert) Underwood, and Donald Roberson; son, Timothy Roberson; and grandchild, Matthew Conner.

Harry did several jobs over the years including being a farmer, barber, substitute mail carrier, miller, and he worked for the census bureau. He was a stay-at-home family man. He was happy when he was working on his old tractors and riding on his tractors. He liked to talk to people and trace his ancestry. He served in the Korean Conflict in the United States Army from 1952 until 1954.

He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Mary F. “Frankie” Roberson; children and their spouses, Galen Roberson, Douglas Roberson, Tommy Roberson, Karen Reed, Regina and Jesse Cox, and Anita Kaye and Mike Conner; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and sister, Velma Reed.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 19, 2023 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mike Bowman and Pastor Murray Agee officiating. Interment will follow in the Lee Cemetery, Tuggles Gap with Military Rites by the Army National Guard. 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, please make donations to Friends of Roberson Mill, P.O. Box 262, Willis, VA 24380 or online at robersonmill.org

Curbie Lee Boyd

 

Curbie Lee Boyd, 85 of Floyd, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clovis & Roxie Boyd; son, Bill Boyd; daughter, Donna Stump; great-grandson, Caleb Gardner; and brother, Bobby Boyd.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joan Boyd; daughter & son-in-law, Julie & Dale McCann; son, Kenneth Boyd; grandchildren, Miranda Mayberry (Josh), Cody McCann, Colby Byrd (April), Jessica Brooks (Peter), Amanda Schumann (Ed), Daniel Adams, and Kenzie Boyd; 12 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sister & brother-in-law, Belva Jean & John Nunn; special friend, Larry Estep; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

There will be no public service.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or to Vittles for Vets, 7757 Walker Farms Dr., Radford, VA 24141.