Obituaries

Oct 31, 2024

Patricia Sue Anderson Basham, age 90, of Vinton, passed away on October 31, 2024. She was born on Maple Street in Vinton and grew up on Jeanette Avenue. She graduated from William Byrd High School in the Class of 1952. In 1954, she married Jesse Lee Basham, Jr. Their family grew to include three children, eight grandchildren, and seven...

Oct 31, 2024

Betty Ruth Smith Johnson, 87, of Clifton Forge, was freed from her earthly ordeals on Thursday, October 31, 2024, and is now at peace with our heavenly father. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Edward Smith, Sr. and Nelva Keffer Smith; husband, Tucker Johnson; and brothers and sister-in-law, Louis Edward Smith, and William Garland and Frances...

Oct 14, 2024

Lee Franklin Dunbar Jr., 63, of Eagle Rock, passed away on Monday, October 14th, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Lee Franklin Dunbar Sr. Lee's life was a testament to how much he loved his family, friends, and most importantly, Jesus.

Lee is survived by his beloved wife, Leslie Crow Dunbar; children, Brianna Diaz...

Oct 14, 2024

Nathaniel R. O’Quinn, 37, of Buchanan, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Randy E. O’Quinn.

He is survived by his daughters, Erica and Brooklyn O’Quinn; mother, Carolyn O’Quinn; sisters, Rebecca O’Quinn and Leah Paivanas; brothers, JJ and Randy O’Quinn; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Oct 1, 2024

Bertha Marie White Brugh, 73, of Buchanan, passed away on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray Fringer White and Lois White Keith, and her step-father, Dewey Keith. Bertha’s life was a testament to love, dedication, and community. She married her sweetheart, James “Jimmy” Brugh, and together they shared 54 wonderful years of ...

Sep 30, 2024

Vera “Punch” Hood Anderson, 72, of Roanoke, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Moses and Helen Hood; and brothers, Alexis and William Hood.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Norvel Anderson; sons, Lamara Anderson and wife, Sara; and Donovan Anderson; daughter from another...

Sep 26, 2024

Virginia “Ginny” McDaniel LeBon, 64, of Buchanan, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ryland Lawrence McDaniel and Phyllis Smith; and husband, Robert LeBon.

Ginny is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Danyel and David Bailey; bonus daughter, Kaitlynne Moseley; bonus grandson, JD Moseley; and fur baby,...

Sep 26, 2024

Mary Belle Lacks, 81, of Troutville, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Nathan Lacks and Lizzie Belle Lacks; nephew, Roy Lacks, Jr.; and nieces, Tammie Lacks, and Amber Huffman.

Mary is survived by her siblings, Roy Sr. and Karen Lacks, David and Jean Lacks, and...

Sep 24, 2024

Laura Patricia Jones, 75, of Fincastle, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond “Pete” Jones, mother, Evelyn Fisher; father, Gilbert Niday, infant daughter, Patricia Diane Jones; and brother Steve Niday.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Casina and Tracy Terry, Lisa and David Brogan; grandchildren,...

Sep 23, 2024

James “JB” Brack Duke, 87, of Buchanan, left his earthly home on Monday, September 23, 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sally Landes Duke; parents, Alfred and Polly Duke; and siblings, Viola Morris, Tommy Duke, Dewey Duke, and Earcel Wright.

JB is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Tony...

Sep 22, 2024

Lesley “Les” Charles Mabe, 59, of Buchanan, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles R. Mabe.

Les was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also enjoyed spending time at his “happy place” the beaches of the Outer Banks and at home with family cooking and grilling. He...

Sep 21, 2024

Cynthia “Cindy” Robinson Noblett, 56, of Buchanan, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Frances Robinson; sister and brother-in-law, Juanita and Charles Reid; son, Allen Blankenship; and granddaughter, Abby Blankenship.

She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Danny Noblett; daughters, Amanda Blankenship, Denna Blankenship,...

Sep 20, 2024

David Leon Spangler, 72, of Buchanan, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Matthew and Ruth Welch Spangler; sister and brother-in-law, Iris S. and Linden Hill; brothers and sister-in-law, Ricky Spangler, Tony Spangler, and Tommy and Jean Spangler.

He is survived by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Rita...

Sep 19, 2024

Dean Perry Wendling, 67, of Thaxton, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024. Born September 17, 1957 to the late Dean Odell and Patricia Blanchard Wendling in New York.

In addition to his parents, Perry was preceded in death by his brother, Kim Stewart Wendling. He was a mechanic by trade.

He...

Sep 18, 2024

Darlene Yvonne Ratliff, 85, of Goodview passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Maxine Ratliff; and brothers, Larry and Jim Ratliff.

She is survived by her sons, Jeff and Max; great-granddaughters, Breanna and Allison; sisters, Hazel and and Sharon; many other immediate family members; and numerous nieces...

Sep 17, 2024

Daniel “Danny” Ray Crawford, 61, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Garland and Joann Crawford; and sister, Theresa Stevens.

Danny was a talented artist, musician, and avid reader.

He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Carrie Crawford; daughter, Joanna Crawford; nieces, Brandi...

Sep 15, 2024

Jerry Alan Deel, 78, of Fincastle, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Sr. and Stella Deel; siblings and spouses, Jim and Betty Deel, Larry “Kent” and Vi Deel, Marlene Smith, Joe Deel, Jr., Dot and Red Ward, and brother-in-law, Jim Hall. He was the owner/operator of Peaceful Valley Fencing for...

Sep 10, 2024

Blair Wade Dudley, 64, of Eagle Rock passed away on September 10, 2024, at his residence.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Margaret Dudley; two sisters, Alma Dudley and Susan Dudley Smith; a brother, Richard Dudley, Sr.; and a sister-in-law, Debbie Dudley.

He is survived by two...

Sep 10, 2024

Roy Clifford Watts, known to all as R.C., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 10th after a brief illness.

Born on February 11th, 1934 in Rockbridge County, Virginia, he lived a long and fulfilling life. His life was guided by conviction, honesty, hard work and devotion to God and was most proud of his...

Sep 7, 2024

Daniel Lee Sanderson, 40, of Buchanan, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Angela Thompson; and grandparents, Harold and Norma Thompson.

He was a JRHS graduate and employed by Williams Brothers Tree and Lawn Service.

He is survived by his father and step-mother, David and Cheryl Sanderson; daughter,...