Juanita Mae Adkins Hollandsworth

 

Juanita Mae Adkins Hollandsworth, 79 of Floyd, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Alfred Conway & Della Mae Mills Adkins; brothers, Gary C. Adkins, Ronald D. Adkins, and James W. Adkins; and one nephew.

She is survived by her husband, Foster Hollandsworth; daughter, Tracy L. Maraney; granddaughter, Payton Taylor Maraney; grandson, Jaden Foster Maraney; sisters and brothers-in-law, Gloria & Leonard Holmes, Deborah & Barry Collins, and Kimberly & Sonny Nester; nine nieces, and four nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at the Indian Valley Church of God with Rev. Kenneth Poston and Rev. Mike Bond officiating. Interment will follow at Captain George Quesenberry Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Carrie Lou Davis Casteel

 

Carrie Lou Davis Casteel, 83 of Floyd, passed away on January 29, 2022.

She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on January 29, 1939 and lived in Floyd, Virginia for most of her life. She remained loyal to her Kentucky roots but loved her hometown of Floyd. Carrie and her husband Jim shared a love of Virginia Tech Basketball, the Great Oaks Country Club, and travel – having visited every state in the country, often alongside their lifelong friends. Carrie took immense pride in her home and enjoyed the company of the birds, deer and other critters who would visit the special piece of Floyd that she and Jim built together. Carrie served on the Floyd County Board of Elections for many years and was a long-time member of Floyd United Methodist Church.

Carrie was preceded in death by her dear husband of 62 years, James Warner Casteel Sr. and her parents, Charles Reed and Betsy Clark Goode. Survivors include her children James Jr. (Donna) Casteel of Goodlettesville, TN; Paula (Keith) Bolte of Blacksburg VA; and Clark (Amy) Casteel of Danville, VA. Her grandchildren John (Kristen) Casteel; Margaret Casteel; Juli Layne; Taylor (Lauren) Bolte; Ethan Casteel; and Jacob Casteel as well as five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Shirley Whitlow (Stewart) of Portsmouth VA; special niece Emily (Erik) Carl of Suffolk VA; and her very special Kentucky cousins, James Ronnie Johnson, Charles Johnson, and Betsy June Carroll. 

Carrie was a wonderful mother, granny, aunt, cousin and friend who had a wonderful smile and infectious laugh that her family and friends will long remember and cherish.

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

The family offers a special thank you to her fantastic caregivers over the last several years, Wanda Lang and the staff at Commonwealth Senior Living and Kindred Hospice. 

In lieu of flowers, Carrie would like it if you said a special thanks to all the caregivers you know, got outside to plant things and feed the birds. But most importantly, spend some extra special time with your family telling stories and laughing. 

Roger Neil Hollandsworth

 

 

Roger Neil Hollandsworth, 64 of Floyd, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Rowena Albert Hollandsworth; brother, Don Wayne Hollandsworth; father-in-law, Elvin S. Reed.

Roger loved the Floyd County community. He was a graduate of Floyd County High School and Virginia Tech. He was an avid fan of Tech Athletics and FCHS Basketball. He worked to support the Chance Harman Memorial Fund. He was a life member of over 40 years of the Floyd County Rescue Squad where he was the treasurer for most of that time. He was the owner of the Floyd Xpress Market for 33 years.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Jennifer R. Hollandsworth; son, Dustin N. Hollandsworth (Sabrina Schulze and her children, Shauna, Garrett, Kylie, Wyatt, Arick); granddaughters, Lilah and Emberly Hollandsworth; brothers & sisters-in-law, Ronald & Geraldine Hollandsworth and Randall & Reva Hollandsworth; uncle, Bo Albert (Audrey); mother-in-law, Velma R. Reed; brother-in-law, Darrel Reed (Helen); nieces, Stephanie Nelson (Dale), Hilary Hedrick (Patrick), & Amanda Hollandsworth; nephews, Zach Hollandsworth, Brannon Reed; great-niece, Averie Nelson; great-nephews, Brody Nelson, Corvin Hedrick; and special friends, Wayne Goff and Micky Hatcher. Roger's special friends are endless and each were so important to him.     

Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at the Topeco Church of the Brethren with Brian Harman officiating. The interment will follow at Jacksonville Cemetery. Roger was a casual type person and his family requests everyone dress casual for his service.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 30, 2022 and 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 31, 2022 at Maberry Funeral Home.

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

 

Walter Kenneth "Kenny" Koontz, Jr.

 

Walter Kenneth “Kenny” Koontz, Jr., 66 of Floyd, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Kenneth Koontz, Sr. and Elizabeth Gross Koontz.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Starkell Koontz; son, Walt William Koontz; 4 grandchildren, sister, Betty Lou Ross; nephew, Aaron Ross; niece, Beth Scott; step-children, Amanda Mills, Michael Mills, Debra Mills.

 No public visitation or service will be held.

Patricia "Patsy" Lynn Smith Altis

 

Patricia “Patsy” Lynn Altis, 69 of Copper Hill, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 22, 2022.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Beulah Smith; granddaughter, Halie Yaunsem; sisters & brothers-in-law, Betty Louise “Tootsie” Smith, Jackie & S.L. Spangler, Calvin Lee Roberson, Bobby Walters and Jack Reynolds; brother, Doug Smith; niece, Andrea Smith; and nephews, Kenneth Walters and Tim Reynolds.  

Patsy always greeted everyone with a smile.  She was devoted to her husband, children and absolutely adored her grandchildren.  She was known for her generosity and loving nature. 

Pat was a mail carrier for the USPS for 22 years in the Copper Hill area of Floyd County.   She was cherished and loved by her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Wayne Altis; son & daughter-in-law, Adam & Heather Altis; daughter & son-in-law, Ashley & Joe Yaunsem; step-son, Allen Altis; grandchildren, Kalyan and Amaleah Altis, Irelyn, Rafe and Tabius Yaunsem, Zayne Altis; great-grandchildren, Kehlina and Kayden Altis; siblings, Helen “Tommy” Roberson, Margaret “Totsy” Walters, Charles Smith (Gracie), Brenda Reynolds, Steve Smith; sisters-in-law, Christine Smith, Bonnie Johnson(J.B.), Sylvia Mullins; brothers-in-law, David Altis, Dave & Charlotte Crouch;  many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Private Family celebration honoring her life will be held at a later date.

Nancy Proffit Shelor

 

Nancy Proffit Shelor, born April 11, 1920 died January 15, 2022 age 101. Nancy was the third of five daughters of Winston Kelly Proffit and Esther Brame. Nancy was born and raised in Floyd, Virginia, her home for life. She attended Mary Baldwin College. Nancy and her husband William Henry Shelor, who predeceased her, had three children; Anne Shelor Hubbard, Rebecca Dudley Shelor, and William Henry Shelor, Jr. She was graced with seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. The Shelor family members were active in the Floyd Presbyterian Church where Nancy taught Sunday school. She was a founding member of the Floyd Woman’s Club and also belonged to the D.A.R. Nancy was committed to the Floyd Community and took part in Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts and occasionally was a substitute teacher at Floyd High School. She and Bill loved to entertain friends and family and they also enjoyed travel. Graveside services will be conducted at a later date.

 

Annie Betty Holden

Annie Betty Crowe Holden, 92 of Floyd, departed this earthly home Tuesday, January 18, 2022. She is predeceased by her husband, Nathan E. Holden (“Peewee”); parents, Jake & Albertha Crowe; four brothers, Bernice Crowe, Alfred Crowe, Arlie Crowe, and Deitz Crowe; and grandson Lucas M. Holden

She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, J.C. Holden (Carolyn), Isaac Holden (Gail Hoback), Elwood Holden (Cathy), Larry Holden, and Milton Holden; grandchildren, Dixie, April, Sunshine, Charlie, and Paige; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Toni, Isaac, Sara, Rachel, Elizabeth, Eli, and Holden; great-great-grandchildren, Raylon, Raegan, Levi, Luke, Jaxon, Harrison, Kadesh, Finley, Rayden, Emerson, and John. Along with her cat Snowball

Annie spent most of her life as a devoted wife and mother. She was known for her large beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. She worked hard and enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. She loved the Lord and enjoyed attending church. Her home was always filled with good food and she was the happiest when all five of her boys were home at the same time. She was ready to meet the Lord and talked of it often.

A very special thank you to Elwood and Cathy, along with Larry for making sure she was able to stay home and passed knowing she was indeed loved and treasured.

A graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at The Holden Family Cemetery with J.C. Holden and Steve Wade officiating.

Brady Keith Lambert

 

Brady Keith Lambert, 58 of Bassett, passed peacefully into God’s eternal presence on Monday, January 17, 2022. He is preceded in death by his father, John Lambert; grandparents, Edgar Brady & Rozella Mills, and Kent & Katherine Lambert.

He is survived by his loving wife Loketta Dawn Lambert; mother and step-father, Paige and Cephas Dalton of Willis, VA; brothers, Barry Lambert (Chae-sun) of Harker Heights, TX, Ben Danner (Sandy) of Southport, NC, and Brian Danner (Joanna) of North Wilkesboro, NC. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Brady was born April 14, 1963 in Wytheville, VA. He was a 1981 graduate of Mount Airy Senior High School, where #71 was a proud member of the Granite Bears football & wrestling teams, drama & drafting clubs, and served on the student government council. While employed at H&W Trucking in the summers. He was given the nickname “shady” not because he was up to no good, but because he was always as cool and calm as a shade tree. He attended both NC State University and Surry Community College obtaining his degree in 1986.

Brady was well known in the community thanks to his involvement in local church and community organizations. Upon leaving the workforce, Brady relocated to Floyd, VA where he spent many hours volunteering at Skyline Manor Nursing Home. It was during this time that he met the love of his life, Loketta Martin. They were married in 2007 and enjoyed many happy years together. He attended Christian View Pentecostal Holiness Church in Stoneville, NC. Brady gained the new nickname “candyman” as he always carried a pouch of butterscotch candies for any and all whom he felt needed a smile.

He will be remembered in a small private service for family and close friends. Brady will truly be missed by all whose lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina (https://www.bianc.net/donate/) in his memory.

Oscar Jones Jr.

 

Oscar Jones Jr., 76 of Floyd, passed away at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents, Oscar Jones Sr. and Ruby Duncan; step-mother, Esteline Jones; brother, Roger Jones; and sister, Iva Dale Duncan.

Oscar enjoyed spending time with his beloved family and friends. He retired from Hubbell Lighting after approximately 36 years of service. He was also a faithful member of the Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren and loved spending his free time helping out around the church.

He is survived by his wife Betty Jones; step-son, Steve Wood (Janet); step-daughter, Michelle Fisher (Phillip); sisters, Dinah Mabry & Sue Bailey; brother-in-law, Ira Duncan; special sister-in-law, Phyllis Butterworth; five grandchildren, Amanda Tabor (Thomas), Charles Price, Erika Scruggs (Aaron), Jackelyn Dillabough (Travis), and Abigail Fisher; great-granddaughter, Ava Layne Tabor.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren with Pastor Roy Turpin and Pastor Brian Turpin officiating. Interment will follow in the Lester Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church. The family requests that if you plan to attend the funeral service that masks be worn while inside the church.

Bobby Lewis Trail

 

Bobby Lewis Trail, 56 of Check, left this life for his heavenly home on Saturday, January 15, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harlie Bryant Trail & Ollie Mae Trail; and his beloved dog, Little Bit

He is survived by his sister, Carol Caldwell; Niece, Jennifer Whitlock; Nephew, Timothy Caldwell; and his church family at Stonewall House of Prayer

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date

Martha Smith Farmer

 

Martha Smith Farmer, 93 of Christiansburg, went to her Heavenly Home Monday, January 17, 2022. She was a Faithful wife, a loving mother, grandmother and sister. Martha was a Humble and hardworking woman. She was faithful to her husband’s ministry and her life was dedicated to God, her church and family

She is predeceased by her husband of 62 years, William Eugene Farmer; children, Eunice Farmer and Nathan Farmer; parents, Alfred Cornelius and Icy Florence Dalton Smith; siblings, Irene Duncan, Zola Williams, Ila Reed, Loman Smith, and Alseberry Smith.

She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Dallas Farmer (Barbara), Stephen Farmer (Barbara), Coby Farmer (Vicky); daughters and sons-in-law, Darlene Lester (Phillip), Etta Carter (Chris); grandchildren, Susan, Amy, Kim, Michelle, Lisa, Seth, Sarah, Jason, Heather, Tabitha, Wayne, Michael, Serena, and Bryan; 17 great-grandchildren, four great great-grandchildren; siblings, Sue Quesenberry (Dexter), Alma Quesenberry, Mozell Phillips, Ray Smith (Carrie); sister-in-law, Lorraine Smith.

Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 23, 2022 at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ronnie Duncan and Pastor Ronald Smith officiating. The interment will follow at the Big Sand Cemetery. The family will receive friends from noon until time of the service. The family requests everyone to wear a mask due to Covid-19.