James Dudley Collier
Feb 10, 2026
James "Jim" Collier, aged 90, of Abingdon, Virginia, passed away on February 10, 2026. Born on September 14, 1935, in Pennsylvania, Jim led a life filled with accomplishments, love, and service. He was a dedicated educator who touched the lives of many students during his 18 years as a beloved biology teacher in Silver Spring, Maryland, where he also served...
Gizmo Bordwine
Feb 1, 2026
Gizmo Bordwine, a beloved antique dealer and cherished family member, passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on March 21, 1949, in Washington County, Virginia, Gizmo was known for his outgoing personality and was a pleasure to be around, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the honor of knowing him.
Gizmo dedicated a part...
Pamela Mullins
Feb 20, 2026
Pamela Louise Mullins, 64, of Abingdon, entered into the presence of her Savior on Friday afternoon, February 20, at Hospice House of Bristol, surrounded by the deep love of her family.
After a courageous battle with cancer, Pam finished her race the way she lived her life — with strength, grace, dignity, and unwavering faith. She truly fought the good fight,...
Darrall Lynn Belcher
Feb 20, 2026
Darrall L. Belcher, 66, of Meadowview, Va., passed away on February 20, 2026, at his home. He was born on November 25, 1959, to the late Carl H. and Jane Glass Belcher in Baltimore, Maryland.
Darrall was a devoted, loving, and caring husband, father, poppy, son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, neighbor, and friend; if you called on him, he would be right...
Richard Joshua Eastridge, Sr.
Feb 20, 2026
Richard Joshua Eastridge, Sr., passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on February 9, 1942, in Abingdon, VA, Richard lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for the mountains.
A rugged mountain man at heart, Richard devoted many years of his life to serving as a logger, a role that...
Janie Sue Bowman
Feb 19, 2026
Janie Sue Bowman, born on August 2, 1956, in the embrace of a loving family, passed unexpectedly on February 19, 2026, at Holston Valley Medical Center. Known for her unwavering dedication to her work and family, Janie made remarkable contributions through her career at Quality Dry Cleaners and Abingdon Dry Cleaners.
Janie’s life was characterized by her boundless love for her...
David Lee Brown, Sr.
Feb 19, 2026
David Lee Brown, Sr., born on September 8, 1938, in Mullens, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, in Bristol, Virginia. A dedicated professional and a cherished family man, David's life was marked by his unwavering commitment to public service and education.
His career began as a police officer in Princeton and Bluefield, West Virginia, where he exhibited a...
Alfred Glass
Feb 19, 2026
Alfred “Al” Dewayne Glass of Chilhowie, VA, passed away February 19, 2026, at the age of 80. Al was born in 1945 to Henry and Betty Glass. Al was a cherished father, husband, grandfather, friend and neighbor. He was a member of Chilhowie Baptist Church and a faithful man of God. He was a man of hard work, strength, determination...
Emma Lee Clark
Feb 17, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Emma Lee Clark of Abingdon, Virginia, on February 17, 2026.Born and raised in the beautiful mountain state of West Virginia, Emma grew up alongside her parents and her two sisters, Joyce and Gay.Emma spent much of her young adult life in Northern Virginia with her beloved husband, Riley, and their four...
Barbara Blankenbeckler Cowan
Feb 17, 2026
Barbara Blankenbeckler Cowan, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Hillview Health and Rehab in Elizabethton, Tennessee, where she had been a resident since 2022. She was born on January 7, 1946, in Saltville, Virginia, to the late, George David and Janet Louise Lee Blankenbeckler. Barbara's life was characterized by her compassion, warmth, and commitment to those...
Teresa McCoy Bostic
Feb 17, 2026
Teresa Robin McCoy Bostic passed away on February 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with diabetes and breast cancer. With a strong commitment to ensuring children be given the best opportunity for success in life, Robin dedicated herself to working with children as an elementary teacher and a speech therapist with the Buchanan County Public Schools. She was proud of...
Patricia "Pat" Kilgore Denton
Feb 14, 2026
Patricia Ann "Pat" (Kilgore) Denton, 92, of Abingdon, Virginia, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Patricia (Pat) had a full and well-lived life devoted to her faith, her family, her friends, and the farm she loved. She treasured the years she shared with her beloved husband, Kenneth Oren Denton, her four sons and daughters-in-law,...
Sue Jones Foil
Feb 13, 2026
Sue Jones Foil, passed away at her home at English Meadows, Blacksburg, Virginia on February 13, 2026. She previously lived for many years in Abingdon, VA.
Sue was born October 31, 1933, in Enon, Louisiana. She was the daughter of Jewel and Pauline Jones and the twin sister of Paul Jones. Sue graduated from Angie High School as co-valedictorian with her...
Tommy Blevins
Feb 13, 2026
Thomas "Tommy" Blevins, age 60, was born on June 8, 1965, in Richmond, VA, to the late Clara Parks Blevins and Manuel Blevins, departed this life on February 13, 2026, at the Bristol Hospice House. He was a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend who left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Known for his...
Glen Foster, Sr.
Feb 11, 2026
Glen M. Foster, Sr., age 85, passed away at his home on February 11, 2026.
Glen was an employee for the Town of Abingdon, VA, for many decades before his retirement. He owned and operated Foster Services Unlimited and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.
Glen is survived by his three children, Glen M....
Steward Bradley Copenhaver, Jr.
Feb 7, 2026
Steward Bradley “June” Copenhaver, Jr., of Meadowview, Virginia, died at age 93 on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Bristol. He was born August 16, 1932, in Meadowview, his lifelong home.
June was a lifelong farmer and a steady presence in the Lodi community of Meadowview. Alongside his brother, Ernest, he founded Copenhaver Brothers Farms, Inc., and devoted most of his working...
Roger Lewis Davis
Feb 4, 2026
Abingdon, VA – Roger Lewis Davis, age 86 and formerly of Norton, VA, passed on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Mr. Davis was a graduate of J.J. Kelly High School and a veteran of the United States Air Force He was an employee of Norton Community Hospital for many years and a former employee of the City...
Carla Jeanne Yarber
Feb 2, 2026
On February 2nd, 2026, the world lost a wonderful woman, Carla Yarber. She was a kind, loving, caring mother, wife, and daughter. Carla has left our earth to go be in her heavenly home, following her grandmother, mother, father, sister, and the husband she adored, Bruce Yarber.
While earthside, she spent her days uplifting those around her in song, dance, and...
Sheila Lorraine Jordan
Jan 31, 2026
Shelia Lorianne Jordan, 65, of Abingdon, Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, after a courageous battle with lung cancer.
Born on February 22, 1960, in New York, New York, Shelia was the daughter of the late Melvin and Jimmie Lou Clark. On March 1, 1977, Shelia married the love of her life, Edward Jordan Jr., and together they built...
Donna Kay Hickman Goff
Jan 31, 2026
Saltville, VA – Donna Kay Hickman Goff, age 53, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. Donna battled Addison’s disease since the age of 15 after an adrenal crisis. She fought hard for 4.5 months and overcame many obstacles. Donna was a graduate of Abingdon High School and attended Meadow Spring Community...
