Obituaries

Jul 17, 2024

Walter “Pete” Edgar Sellers, Jr., 93, of Daleville, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter, Sr. and Clara Holland Sellers; brothers, William “Bill” and Richard “Dicky” Sellers; sister, Harriett Wright; and grandson, Nathan Dean.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Rosanna Phipps Sellers; daughter, Karin S....

Jul 13, 2024

Peggy Sue Thomasson Broughman, 84, of Eagle Rock, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Romie B. Thomasson, Sr. and Pauline Myers Thomasson; brothers, Henry (Hawkeye), Romie, Jr., and Robert. She was a active member of Eagle Rock Baptist Church serving as the Choir Director for many years. Peggy loved wearing her...

Jul 12, 2024

Benton Virgil Kelly, Jr., 80, of Buchanan, passed away in his sleep at home on July 12, 2024. Benton was born March 18, 1944, to Benton “Bent” Kelly and Ruby Blair Kelly in Lee County, Virginia. Benton met his wife, Lucille (Baker) Kelly, while serving in the Army and they married in 1967. They have two daughters, Rhonda Kelly...

Jul 12, 2024

Reginald B. “Reggie” Hollingsworth, 64, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Mary Hollingsworth.

He is survived by his brother, Jeff Hollingsworth and wife, Heather; beloved niece, Autumn Nicole Roberts and husband, Nathan.

Services will be private. Online condolences may be made at www.botetourtfuneralhome.com...

Jul 8, 2024

Edward “Sonny” Franklin VanNess, 84, of Eagle Rock, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayborne and Ruby VanNess; and sisters, Iris, Edith, and Joann.

He is survived by his daughter, Lori VanNess; grandchildren, Clayton and Mackenzie Gilkeson; sisters, Shirley and Hilda; brother, Gary; and numerous nieces and...

Jul 7, 2024

Daniel Ray Petty, 72, of Covington, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Thomas Petty and Alma Mae Thompson Petty; sister, Barbara Sue Petty Staton; brothers, James Edward Petty and Sammy Joe Petty. Growing up in Buchanan, he graduated from James River High School, worked for CSX Railroad for 13 years,...

Jul 4, 2024

George “Mike” “Mater” Michael Cox, 69, of Buchanan, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Smith Eubank and step-father, Dick Eubank; sister, Mary Cox; half-brothers, Eddie, Tony, and Clarence Stinnett.

Mater loved to fish, be on the river, and his dog “Lil Bit”. He enjoyed playing cards,...

Jul 2, 2024

Daniel Potter Ray Deel, 75, formerly of Botetourt County, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Beulah Ray Deel; infant siblings, Barbara Catherine, Thomas Everette, and Wallace McDonald Deel; sisters, Phyllis Deel and Imo Ann Moseley; and brothers, Luther and Calvin Deel. He is survived by his daughter, Charity “Angie”...

Jun 30, 2024

Leda Jane “Janie” Dudley Deacon, 78, of Buchanan, passed away peacefully at her home Sunday, June 30, 2024.

Janie was preceded in death by her parents, Clem Preston Dudley and Leatie Goodwin Dudley; numerous sisters and brothers; daughter, Donna Deacon; and granddaughter, Jessica Kennedy.

Janie enjoyed working in her flowers and watching them grow, spending...

Jun 26, 2024

Darys Caldwell Cahoon, 91, of Fincastle, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Cahoon; parents, Clarence and Lillie Caldwell; brothers, Carl and James; and sisters, Ethel, Hallie, Audrey, and Louise.

Darys was a caring and compassionate person who was a lifelong member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church.

Jun 26, 2024

Clarence Timothy Jarvis, 64, of Buchanan, VA, left this earth to be with the Lord on June 26, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Teresa and Sandy.

His surviving family includes his loving son, Raven Jarvis of Buchanan; sister Sharon Mundy (Jimmy) of Natural Bridge Station; and several aunts,...

Jun 23, 2024

Rita Moran Hayslett, 90, of Buchanan, passed away peacefully at her home Sunday, June 23, 2024. Rita was born on May 17, 1934, in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, Ireland to the late Patrick and Hannah Moran.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Amos Link and her second husband,...

Jun 21, 2024

On January 31, 1976, David Cook was born a fighter with a stubborn streak and an irreverent sense of humor. These were qualities that he carried throughout his life. He fought until the end, not out of fear of his own mortality, but rather because he didn’t want to leave behind the people that he loved. There were so...

Jun 20, 2024

Lottie Washington Jones, 72, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2024, after a long illness.

Heaven has gained a kind hearted and generous soul. A true believer with strong faith.

She was born in Buchanan, VA on July 22, 1951 to the late Homer and Sadie Washington. She also was preceded in death...

Jun 19, 2024

Rita Carole Martin Riley, 83, passed away peacefully in the afternoon of Wednesday June 19th, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Riley, Sr. Honored to cherish her memory are her children, Jeffery Riley and girlfriend, Joy Yoshizawa, Carole and Dennis Wymer, and Bobby Riley, Jr. and girlfriend Janet Doyle; grandchildren,...

Jun 18, 2024

Leon Alexander McBryde, 80, of Buchanan, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Leon was a man of many talents who enjoyed pursuing a variety of careers. He was a Green Beret in the Army, ran a Putt Putt golf course, and then attended Ringling Brothers Clown College. He then had the time of his life clowning with the...

Jun 17, 2024

David Tyrone “Horn” Johnson, 49, of Roanoke formerly of Buchanan, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Garrett and Daisy Johnson Washington, Walter and Melva Washington. He was a 1992 graduate of James River High School.

He is survived by his children, Marcus and Jordan Johnson; grandson, Wyatt and...

Jun 16, 2024

Deborah Sue Sifford, 60, of Buchanan, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024. She was preceded in death by her father, Billy Thompson; step-father, Skipper Mundy; and daughter, Billie Jo Sifford.

She is survived by her mother, Sue Mundy; sister and brother-in-law, Teresa and Butch Berry; son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Kimmie Sifford; granddaughter, Maddie Sifford; numerous...

Jun 14, 2024

Brenda Faye Monaghan, 73, of Buchanan, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Brady and Elsie Blevins; sisters, Margaret Ann,  Patsy Turner, Mary Greer and Nancy Johnson.

Brenda loved her family, especially her grandkids, and spending time with them. She enjoyed traveling to the Outer Banks and going to...

Jun 11, 2024

Yvonne Lynn Graham, also known as Evon, Yo-von, Be-bon and Evie, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Born on May 28th, 1956, she was a reserved, compassionate, and generous individual with a golden heart. She prioritized others' needs above her own and always offered a helping hand. She will be greatly missed by her parents, William Wymer JR and...