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Wendell Bruce
Aug 24, 2025
Wendell Wayne Bruce, 75, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, James, Sr. and Judy Sigers Bruce; brother, Jackie Bruce, and sisters, Joann Spencer, Betty Spencer, and Lisa Rodgers.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Debbie Bruce; son and daughter-in-law, Clayton and Connie Bruce; grandchildren, Chloe Bruce and Juliana...
Cynthia Crawford
Aug 14, 2025
Cynthia Gail Ayers Crawford, 68, of Buchanan passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred; parents, Glen Sr. and Clara Virginia Ayers; sister, Joyce; and brothers, Timothy, Donald, and Glen Jr.
She is survived by her daughter, Linda Smith; granddaughters, Amber Lee and Danielle Smith; great-grandchildren, Lily, Ava, and Remi; sisters, Jamie Rowsey,...
Brian Dunbar
Aug 10, 2025
Brian Lee Dunbar, Sr., 44, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Leslie Monroe Dunbar, Sr., and his grandparents, Wayne and Charlotte Ramsey and Albert and Elsie Dunbar.
Brian's children were the love of his life, he enjoyed playing video games, watching car shows and working on cars.
Survivors include his...
Jeffrey McDaniel
Aug 4, 2025
Jeffrey Andre McDaniel, Sr., lovingly known as "Jeff", 62, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul W. McDaniel, Sr. and Evangeline Ruth C. McDaniel; son, Jonathan A. McDaniel; brother, Paul W. McDaniel, Jr.; and sister, Cheryl Denise M. Gilley.
Jeff loved spending time with his family and his sweet dogs, Lela...
Thelma Vines
Aug 1, 2025
Thelma E. ("Cindy") Vines, 92, of Buchanan, Va., passed away on August 1, 2025. Cindy was born on November 30, 1932, and raised in Franklin County, Va.
She was preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and husband of 66 years, Russell D. ("Buddy") Vines, parents, Lynford Duglass Brooks and Ella Brooks Shropshire; sister Gladys Toler; brothers, Monroe, C.W., and...
Barbara Simpkins
Jul 30, 2025
Barbara Jean Carter Simpkins, 69, of Buchanan, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Hubert Simpkins; and her parents, William R. and Janet Faye Webb Carter; brother, William R. Carter, Jr.; and Sister, Theresa Marie Carter Blevins. Barbara was co-owner of Fireside Books of Buchanan and a retired insurance adjuster. She loved...
Nolan Wright
Jul 27, 2025
Nolan Wayne Wright, 31, of Fincastle, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Capt. Michael A. Jones and Gordon Gadapee
He was a veteran of the US Army and an avid motorcyclist.
He is survived by his parents, Jay and Christie Wright; sister, Angel Wright; grandmothers, Pita Jones and Janice Gadapee; nephews, Emmett...
Darrell Leon Harlow, Sr.
Jul 25, 2025
Darrell “Jap” Leon Harlow Sr., 58 of Eagle Rock, passed away Friday, July 25th, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth “Mule” Harlow, Sr.; brothers, Christopher “Doc” Harlow, and Kenneth “Bob” Harlow, Jr.; mother, Elizabeth Harlow; and daughter Kathleen Harlow.
He loved being outdoors at his home with friends and enjoying the country lifestyle. He is survived by...
Sabrina Harris
Jul 22, 2025
Sabrina "Sam" Lynn Hambrick Harris, 50, of Covington formerly of Buchanan, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025. She was preceded in death by her mother and step-father, Mary "Mickie" and Michael Lee, Sr.
She was a club member and secretary of Abate of Virginia, Highlands Chapter; loved gardening, kayaking, crafting and being outdoors.
She is survived by her daughter, Madison...
Gwendolyn Jolin
Jul 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Gwendolyn Young Jolin of Buchanan, Virginia passed away on July 19th, 2025 at the age of 65. She was born in Monticello, Arkansas in 1959 and later moved to Buchanan, Virginia in 1992. She would always reminisce fondly about her annual family trips to the Saline River in Arkansas where the girls...
Harold Garrison
Jul 19, 2025
Harold "Tad" Charles Garrison, Sr., 83, of Fincastle, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Newton II and Mary Gates Garrison; brothers, John Newton Garrison III and Michael Lee Garrison; and sister, Mary Ann Myers.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Margarett Garrison; children and spouses, Tad and...
Dennis Gary Cronise
Jul 14, 2025
Dennis Gary Cronise, 70, of Buchanan, Virginia, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, July 14, 2025. Gary was preceded in death by his wife of 30 years, Linda Cronise; and father, Curtis Loraine Cronise.
Gary grew up in Botetourt County and was a 1973 graduate of James River High School. He worked as a plumber for many businesses,...
John Mays
Jul 7, 2025
John W. Mays, 74, of Eagle Rock, passed away Monday, July 7 th , 2025.John W. Mays, 74, of Eagle Rock, passed away Monday, July 7 th , 2025. Born on September 3, 1950, he was a 1968 graduate of James River High School. He is preceded in death by his parents, John L. and Margaret K. Mays. Affectionately known...
William Wagner
Jul 5, 2025
William "Bill" Taft Wagner, 85, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Taft Jefferson Wagner and Ettis Johnson Wagner; wife of 55 years, Joyce Ann Sarver Wagner; daughter, Susan Lee Wagner; brother, Fred Wagner; and sister, Lois Hodges.
Bill is survived by his daughter, Kimberly Wagner Helbling, and her spouse, Tim Helbling;...
Julie Noble
Jul 4, 2025
It is with painful sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Julie Anne O'Mara Noble, 53 of Buchanan, who left us on Friday, July 4, 2025. Born on May 31, 1972, Julie was a living force of nature, known for her fierce loyalty, unwavering strength, and powerful personality. It was impossible for her to go anywhere without making a...
Sharon Austin
Jul 2, 2025
Sharon Rosenangela Austin, 74, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman Hugh Funk and Loma May McGuire Funk; and sister, Mary Tench.
Sharon is survived by her husband of 41 years, Lewis P. Austin; daughter, Ashley M. Austin; son, Christopher L. Austin; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Ronnie Myers; and special friends,...
George C. Haymaker, Jr.
Jul 1, 2025
George Cummings Haymaker, Jr., age 80, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025. He will be interred at Springwood Baptist Church Cemetery, 88 Copps Hill Road Buchanan VA 24066, on September 6, 2025, at 11 o’clock am.
George was born April 14, 1945, in Springwood VA. He dedicated his life to service, both to his country and his community. He proudly...
Ancil "Butch" Moore
Jul 1, 2025
Ancil Ray Moore, 77, of Buena Vista, VA, known to his family and friends as Butch,
peacefully went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. He was born in Parsons,
WV, on October 29, 1947, to the late Ancil Jasper Moore and Thelma Sirbaugh Moore.
Butch lived a life full of humor, hard work, and deep love for...
Geraldine Williamson
Jun 25, 2025
Geraldine "Teenie" Elizabeth Edwards Williamson, 97, of Fincastle, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Born on May 20, 1928, she is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Columbus Edwards and Hazel Pearl Iroler Edwards; step-mother, Blanche Fransico Edwards; husband, Homer B. Williamson of 66 years; and infant daughter, Lisa Kay Williamson.
She was a 1947...
Amber Michelle Keith
Jun 22, 2025
Amber Michelle Keith, 37, of Troutville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Born July 3, 1987, Amber grew up with a vibrant spirit, a sharp wit, and a heart full of love. A 2003 graduate of James River High School, she was known for her contagious laughter and the ability to bring light...
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