Georgia Sutphin Kemp

 

Georgia Sutphin Kemp, 96 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Ernest Kemp.

She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Patricia & Robert Harris; granddaughter and husband, Susan & Richie Leonard; her pride and joy, great-granddaughter, McKinley Leonard; and several special nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Roland McCraw and Rev. Avis Nester officiating. Interment will follow in the Willis Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Skyline Nursing and Rehab for their loving care.

Robert Lewis Vest, Sr.

Robert Lewis Vest, Sr., 73 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021. He is preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Joy Vest.

He is survived by his sons & daughter-in-law, Robert Lewis Vest, Jr. “Bobby” & Stephanie Howery, Glen & Dawn Barber, J.R. Brewer, Shawn Brewer, and Scott Brewer; grandchildren, Taylor Yaunsem, Ben Vest, Rowdie Vest, Landon Vest, Taryn Brewer, Jaden Brewer, Jaxon Brewer, Rosln Brewer, Kira Brewer, and Jenna Brewer; great-granddaughter, Emerson Adkins; brothers, Ralph Vest, Elvin Vest, and Melvin Vest; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 3, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Timothy Hale officiating. Interment will follow in the Wilson Cemetery with Military Rites by the Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at the funeral home.

Marvin Kemp Nester

Marvin Kemp Nester, age 96, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021.

He was born in Berwind, West Virginia on October 28, 1925 and was the son of the late John Cloyd and Mary Ethel Nester.

Marvin had made his home in Lakeland for the past 37 years and was retired from Publix having worked as Assistant Production Manager for the Lakeland dairy manufacturing facility. He was a 1950 Dairy Science graduate of Virginia Tech and was awarded the Purple Heart for his service in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing with his sons and grandchildren as well as yard work and gardening; including recognition as an award-winning grower of African Violets. He actively served his church and community and closely followed his Hokies. He was a member of the Shepherd Road Baptist Church in Mulberry, FL.

In addition to his parents, Marvin was preceded in death by his wife, Beulah Jessee Nester; his sister, Gladys Nester Agee; and three brothers: John Nester Jr, Howard Nester, and Dale Nester.

Survivors include: his wife of 33 years: Debra Godwin Nester of Lakeland; two sons: Edward Nester and wife, Elizabeth of Mineola, TX, Thomas Nester and wife, Constance of Big Canoe, GA; brother: Robert L. Nester of Fredericksburg, VA; sister-in-law: Gwen Cooke and husband, Dwayne of Bristol, VA; three grandchildren: Jonathan Nester and wife, Jennifer of Whidbey Island, WA; Cameron Nester of Denver, CO; and Kara Nester of Olympia, WA; great grandchild: Trinity Nester of Whidbey Island, WA; twenty-six nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev.Curtis E. Nester officiating. Interment will follow in the Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Lighthouse Ministries, 215 E Magnolia St, Lakeland, FL 33801 (https://www.lighthousemin.org/financial-gifts)

James Roy "Fuzzy" "Jimmy" Shelton

 

James Roy “Fuzzy” “Jimmy” Shelton, 60 of Floyd, passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Roy Shelton; and brother, Gilbert Shelton.

He is survived by his mother, Jane Shelton; brother, Ronnie Shelton; sister, Peggy Shelton; special best friend, Harvie Parks, Jr.; and many other friends and relatives.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 21, 2021 in the Alderman Cemetery with Rev. Daniel Whitlock officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Floyd Moose Lodge #2300 c/o Doug Thompson,  444 Floyd Hwy S, Floyd, VA 24091, an organization that does a lot to help people in our community where he enjoyed going to and playing Bingo. Donations may also be sent to the American Cancer Society, 2840 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018.

Darell Paul Yoder

Darell Paul Yoder, 48 of Riner, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Alvin D. Yoder.

He is survived by his wife, Audrey Mast Yoder; mother, Irene Miller Yoder; sons & daughter-in-law, Dylan Paul & Chassidy Elizabeth Yoder, Jamin Scott Yoder, and Quinton Darell Yoder; daughters & son-in-law, Danetta Sue Yoder, Jacinda Faye & Daniel Richard Mast, and Jennica Kathleen Yoder; two precious granddaughters, Emmie Louise Yoder and Kinslee Faye Mast; brothers & sisters-in-law, Daniel & Eunice Yoder, Darvin & Grace Yoder, and David Lee & Joy Yoder; sisters & brothers-in-law, Mary & Paul Lehman and Melissa & Michael Burke; father & mother-in-law, James & Eunice Mast; brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law, Timothy & Donna Mast, Mahlon & Twila Mast, Lloyd & Carol Mast, Brenda & Joe Miller, Lois & Tim Reinford, Charles & Sandra Mast, Andrew & Marcella Mast, Dori & Ray Miller, Jacob & Marcia Mast, Earl & Hazel Mast, Wilmer & Judith Mast, and Myrna & Kevin Miller; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at the Beaver Creek Church of the Brethren with Steve Yoder, Brian Yoder, Michael Yoder, and Darvin Yoder officiating. Interment will follow in the Wills Ridge Mennonite Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 in the Wills Ridge Mennonite Church.

Bob Harris Simmons

 

Bob Harris Simmons, 77 of Floyd, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 5, 2021, after suffering many health issues.

Some folks gain their wings, but we are certain he is enjoying the banquet table first!

Bob is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jeanette. They were blessed with three daughters & sons-in-law, Karla & Clay Moran, Amy & Matt Graziani, and Megan & Jason Nichols. Also surviving are his eight treasured grandchildren, Zane and Luke Moran, Kayla, Conner, Callie, and Cara Graziani, and Paige and Leeah Nichols; his brother & sister-in-law, Jack and Donna Simmons; his “Conner Kin”; and many friends who enjoyed his sense of humor.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Percy and Geneva Simmons.

During his lifetime, Bob served in the Army Reserves, as a Deacon, and as a Gideon.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at the Topeco Church of the Brethren with Pastor Ted Turner and Pastor Mike Varner officiating. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 2:30 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Due to the pandemic, masks are appreciated. 

In lieu of flowers, a donation in his memory to Topeco Church or Gideons International Ministries will be appreciated.

Callie Belcher Snead

Callie Belcher Snead, 91 of Floyd, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, George McKinley & Bertie West Hubbard; husbands, Samuel E. Belcher and Arton Perry Snead, Jr.; and siblings, Pauline Cruise, Christine Kirk, Ralph Hubbard, Dayton Hubbard, Bill Hubbard, Juel Sewell, and Louise Sewell.

She is survived by her children, Betty Lynn Epperly (Luin), Joey Snead, and Anthony Snead; grandchildren, Jay Kenneth Agnew, Jr. (Brenda), Shannon Agnew, and Abby Pritt (Fiancé Rusty Pritt); great-grandchildren, Trey Agnew, Jason Agnew, Callie Alls, Brantley Cox, Brysen Cox, Bennett Pritt, and Jasper Pritt; sisters, Hope Harris and Beatrice Stovall; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 8, 2021 in the Slate Mountain Cemetery with Pastor Jeff Dalton officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA  22116-7023.

Erkie Clyde Marshall

Erkie Clyde Marshall, 73 of Floyd, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ennis Harvey & Mattie Huff Marshall; brothers, Arnold Wayne Marshall and Chester Marshall; and sisters, Lillian Gillespie and Lucille Jones.

He had a deep love for his grandchildren. He was a Vietnam Veteran and then owned a successful logging business.

He is survived by his children, Carl Marshall and Patty Gautier (David); granddaughter, Kayla Roark (Dustin); great-grandchildren, Hannah, Daniel, and Abel Roark; brothers & sisters-in-law, Charles & Margaret Marshall and Clinton & Jean Marshall; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Hebron Quesenberry officiating. Interment will follow in the Marshall Cemetery with Military Rites by the Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mary Ann Beaver

Mary Ann Beaver, 89 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Howard K. Beaver; and son, Howard T. Beaver.

Mary enjoyed reading and meditating in her Bible daily. She was also a nature lover and enjoyed watching the birds and other wildlife and her special friend Chippy. She also enjoyed home making and caring for her family.

She is survived by her sons & daughters-in-law, Ricky & Rosemary Beaver, Kenneth Beaver, Joseph Beaver, Morgan & Robbee Beaver, Steven Beaver; daughters & son-in-law, Ruth Junger and Rachel & Alvin Phelps; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of spiritual brothers and sisters at the Floyd Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 22, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. William Fenwick, Mr. Tim Johnson, and Mr. Adam Toney officiating. Interment will follow in the Big Oak Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Paulita Clay McPeak

 

Paulita Clay McPeak, 92 of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 14, 2021. She was born in Willis, VA on May 23, 1929 to Mack and Ora Clay.

She is survived by her son & daughter-in-law, Gerald & Karen McPeak; grandchildren, Kristen McPeak, Jenna Cole, and David McPeak; and great-grandchildren, Mason and Hayes Cole.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Avis McPeak; and siblings, Donald Clay, Dessie Phillips, and Colby Clay.

Paulita was employed as a seamstress prior to marrying Avis McPeak. Once married, she was a homemaker and helped operate a dairy farm in Willis. Avis and Paulita were married for 33 years before his passing. She was known for her great cooking and all of the family enjoyed her wonderful meals that she took great care and pride in preparing.

Avis and Paulita were lifelong Primitive Baptists. They were longtime members of the Greasy Creek Church in Willis and later Mt. Olive Church in Roanoke.

Paulita enjoyed her family, watching them grow and was proud of their accomplishments. She will be missed as a mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, relative and friend.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 23, 2021 in the Greasy Creek Cemetery with Elder Dolph Painter officiating.

Janice Dawn Bolt Midkiff

 

Janice Dawn Bolt Midkiff, 57 of Dugspur, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Northern Regional Hospital.  Mrs. Midkiff was born in Mount Airy, NC on September 10, 1964.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Regina Kay Bolt Dalton; paternal grandparents, Theodore and Gracie Alderman Bolt; and maternal grandparents, Rufus and Daisy Gardner Burnette. 

Survivors include her husband, Richard Midkiff of Dugspur; daughters, Keshia Stanley (Matt) of Fries and Kimberly Midkiff of Belmont, NC; parents, S.G. and Pauline Burnette Bolt of Willis; sister, Joy Slusher (Tom) of Hillsville; brother, Ronnie Bolt (Karen) of Floyd; grandson, Hix Stanley; and several nieces and nephews. 

Janice had a special gift for working with children.  She taught at Mira Fork Christian Academy and worked in Carroll County Public Schools as a substitute teacher for 18 years.  Janice graduated from Wytheville Community College in 2016 with a general education degree and also an associate of Arts and Science Degree with a major in Education.  At 54 years old she graduated from Old Dominion University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science Degree.  She has been employed by Floyd County Public Schools as an Instructional Assistant for the last two years.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel at 2:00 PM with Rev. Dewey Weaver officiating.  Burial will follow in the Gardner Memorial Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM.  A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com.  Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.

Maxine Hoback Peters

 

Maxine Hoback Peters, 84 of Check, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Shirley Peters; sons, Rodney Peters and Terry Peters; daughters, Elizabeth Hodges and Cindy Waldron; and sister & brother-in-law, Polly & George Bowles.

She is survived by her daughters & sons-in-law, Susan Pittman, Patsy & Grover Stump, Steve Hodges and David Waldron; grandchildren, Chris Peters, Adam Pittman, Faye Erchull, Lee Hodges, Bernice Dyne, Patricia Stump, Cleveland Stump, Chad Waldron, Kyle Waldron, Greg Peters, and Renee Vance; 25 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and brother, Norman “Buck” Hoback.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Chuck Thomas officiating. Interment will follow in the Vest Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Linda Gail Bolt

Linda Gail Bolt, 65 of Meadows of Dan, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021. She is preceded in death by her father, Tellie McPeak.

She is survived by her mother, Eula McPeak; husband, Pete Bolt; daughter & son-in-law, Amy & Jonathan Atkins; brothers & sisters-in-law, Marshall & Billie Jo McPeak and Coonie & Kristi McPeak; grandchildren, Alyssa Whaley and Jacob Atkins; special friend, Joyce Greene; nephews and niece, Justin McPeak (Jessica) and Casey McPeak (Brandey), Brian White, and Krissy White; and great-nieces and great-nephews, Ada, Lily, Montgomery, Finnley, and Raney McPeak.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 14, 2021 in the Harris Cemetery with Joyce Greene officiating. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. - Noon prior to the service at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel.

Rosie Graham Huffman

Rosie Graham Huffman, 75 of Radford, went Home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 9, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Guy & Catherine Graham; and brother, Raymond Graham.

Rosie loved her family, spending time outdoors in the sunshine and completing word searches. She was a member of Auburn United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her husband, Rufus T. Huffman; son, Tommy Huffman; daughter & son-in-law, Diana & Mike Conner; and grandchildren, Abby Conner, Graham Conner, and Hannah Huffman.

Memorial services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 14, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Turpin officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Glenn Darrell Wade

Glenn Darrell Wade, 58 of Floyd, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Sheena Wade; mother, Frances Wade; and brother, Danny Wade. 

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Connie Sue Wade; sons & daughters-in-law, Brandon & Karie Wade and Chris & Mindy Wade; daughter & son-in-law, Britney & Dusten Kennedy; grandchildren, Karleigh, Brooklyn, Nadalee, Trinity, Mia, Jase, and Layla; father, Coy (Brenda) Wade; brothers & sisters-in-law, Dale & Vicky Wade and Doug & Laurie Wade; father & mother-in-law, William & Claudine Vance; several nieces and nephews; and special dog, Paxton. 

  Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 10, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Warren Bumgarner, Pastor Murray Agee, and Pastor Gene Koger officiating. Interment will follow in the Lee Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Donations are accepted through Floyd County Cares/Medical Charities, 100 East Main Street Room 206, Floyd, VA 24091 with "Peanut Wade" in the memo.

Deborah Sue Brown

Deborah Sue Brown, 71 of Hampton, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Dexter Agnew; son, Michael Dean Agnew; father, Henry Bernard Scott; mother, Mary Astor Hawks Scott; and brothers, Joel Dean Scott and Richard Wayne Scott.

She is survived by her son, Ricky Allen Agnew; daughter, Mary Sue Agnew; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; partner for life, David Skorupsky; siblings, Carol Elaine Haithcock, Phyllis Ann Harris (Glenn), Tommy Bernard Scott (Judy), Sandy Jean Littreal (Clark), Ronnie Dale Scott (Wanda), Gary Harmon Scott (Frances), Timmy Kevin Scott, and Tammy Lynn Hall (Lenny); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Deborah was loved by so many not listed here.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 9, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ronnie Scott officiating. Interment will follow in the Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until 1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Carlie Hoover Quesenberry

 

Carlie Hoover Quesenberry, 90 of Willis, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021. He is preceded in death by his wife, Clara Q. Quesenberry; parents, A. Jerome & Jessie Jennings Quesenberry; and sisters, Bessie Pierce, Blanche Farley, Hannah Harris, and Lousia Lindsey.

He is survived by his son, Dennis L. Quesenberry.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 7, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Joe Cox officiating. Interment will follow in the Quesenberry Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Ronald Stewart Bolt

 

Ronald Stewart Bolt, 55 of Willis, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Olivia Bolt; father, Julius Early “J.E.” Bolt; and brothers, Scott Bolt and Samuel Bolt.

Stewart was an avid musician in his church. He had a deep love for his children. He loved driving his truck and motorcycle and dancing. He devoted 17 years of service to Timberland Mulch.

He is survived by his children, Megan Bolt and Wyatt Bolt; mother, Dorothy Bolt; girlfriend, Kathleen Ray; brothers & sisters-in-law, Steven Bolt and Daniel & Stacie Bolt, Erica Bolt; and nieces & nephews, Christian Bolt,  Miranda Bolt, Bridget Hamm, Deirdra DeBord, Brian Bolt, Katelyn Spruill, Michael Bolt, and  Isaac Bolt.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Rocky Sutphin officiating. Interment will follow in the Mabry Cemetery. 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, donations may be made to Mount Hebron Baptist Church, c/o Stacie Bolt, 231 Bolt Mill Road SW, Willis, VA 24380.

James Larry Shank

 

James “Larry” Shank, 85 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021. Larry was born to Richard Peery Shank and Martha Golden Radford Shank of Floyd on September 21, 1936.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, (Honey Girl), Agnes John Shank; daughters, Starr Shank-Fischer and husband Ed and Jo Ann Pugh and husband Chris; brother-in-law, James John and wife Sue; and sister-in-law, Candy Whitlock and husband Perry.

Due to COVID, there will not be funeral services at this time.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Interment was held at Stonewall Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the special friends and family that helped during this time.

Kate Josephine Cox Phillips

Kate Josephine Cox Phillips, 90 of Indian Valley, went to her Heavenly home & fully entered the presence of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ surrounded by her adoring family in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, September 29, 2021.

Kate was greeted in Heaven by her cherished spouse, Benny Ray Phillips; son, Larry Dale Phillips; parents, Ernest & Mattie Cox; brothers, Marvin, Richard, and Carl Cox; and sisters, Avis Cox, Gertrude Harris, Ethelene Hanky, Mable Gallimore, and Ruth Talbert.

Survivors include her son & daughter-in-law, Nathan & Esther Phillips; daughter & son-in-law, Dinah & Wesley Perdue; grandsons, Dale Phillips, James Phillips, and Brian Perdue; granddaughters, Dara Short, Kari McCoy (Austin), Candace Lynch (David), and Kimberly Perdue; great-grandchildren, Bryson, Bradley, Brooklynn, and Braelynn Short, Colt McCoy, Carter, Kenna, Cami, Cole, and Kaylee Lynch, and Natalie and Brea Tessar; brother, Joe Cox; and sisters, Muriel Hollandsworth and Minnie Turman.

Kate was a faithful servant of Christ and will always be remembered for her contagious laugh, unwavering kindness, compassionate spirit, flower arrangements, and musical talents. She will be missed forever and always in our hearts.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 2, 2021 in the Indian Valley Pentecostal Holiness Church with Dale Phillips, Pastor Joe Cox, and Pastor Nathan Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in Big Sand Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior to the service at the church.