Obituaries
Hazel Holmes
May 27, 2018
Hazel Holmes, age 81, of Meadowview, Va., passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2018, at Abingdon Health and Rehab Center. She was born December 4, 1936, to the late Elliott Widener and Myrtle Thomas Widener. Hazel was a member of Abingdon Church of Christ and worked in the cafeteria at Patrick Henry for 38 years. In addition to her parents, Hazel was...
Bret Matthew Watson
May 26, 2018
Meadowview, VA Bret Matthew Watson, age 59, died on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at his home in Meadowview, Va. from adrenal cortical carcinoma, an extremely rare cancer. Bret was born in San Diego, Ca. on April 29, 1959, but lived his adult life in Washington County, Va. and considered these mountains his home. Bret attended high school in Austin, TX, where...
William Russell "Rusty" Cline
May 25, 2018
Abingdon, Va. William Russell “Rusty” Cline, age 54, passed on Friday, May 25, 2018, at his home after a courageous twelve-year battle with cancer. Rusty was born in Abingdon, Va. to the late Dr. William “Bill” Cline and the surviving Betty Lester Cline. He was a graduate of Abingdon High School, Lees-McRae College, and East Tennessee State University. Rusty started...
Katherine Sue Arrington
May 25, 2018
Abingdon, Va. Katherine Sue Arrington, 77, passed on Friday, May 25, 2018, in Russell County Medical Center. Sue was born in Richlands, Va. to the late Daniel Ray and Julia Cooper Arrington and was raised in Haysi, Va. She attended Mary Washington College, Radford College, and Emory University. Sue retired from teaching in 1997 and has since enjoyed living near...
Caroline K. Spires
May 22, 2018
Abingdon, Va. – Caroline K. Spires, age 90, passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. Caroline was born on June 22, 1927 in Hazleton, Pa., and was raised in Pottsville, Pa. She graduated from Carnegie Mellon University where she met her husband, Ed. After receiving her degree, she worked for the Heinz Corporation in Pittsburgh. Caroline...
Anne Austin
May 22, 2018
Abingdon, Va. Anne Austin, 64, of Ojai, Calif., and a former resident of Abingdon, Va., died on May 22, 2018. Born in Baltimore, Md., on September 20, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Charles N. Austin and Ruth V. Austin of Abingdon. Anne was a graduate of Abingdon High School, East Tennessee State University (B.S. Biology), North Carolina...
Ralph Lilly Fern
May 22, 2018
Abingdon, Va.—Ralph Lilly Fern passed away on May 22, 2018 at age 95. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Dollie Fern; his wife of 40 years, Lena Orfield Fern; and two sisters, Elsie Dye and Mayme Blevins. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Margaret Fern; his children, Stephen and Terri Fern of Terre...
Neslon J. Gray
May 19, 2018
Meadowiew, VA- Mr. Neslon J. Gray, age 72, passed away May 19, 2018 in Garce Health Care of Abingdon. Mr. Gray was a United States Army Veteran. Graveside service will be held 1:45 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, 2018 in Mountain Home National Cemetery. Those wishing to share memories and express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com. Mr. Gray is...
Edmond James Beverly
May 17, 2018
Abingdon, Va. Edmond James “Ed” Beverly, 94, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at English Meadows, Abingdon, Va. Ed was a long time resident of Abingdon. He owned and operated Beverly’s Clothing Store and The Charwood Shop for many years. Patrons of his stores will remember his engaging smile and pleasant conversation. Ed was also a land developer. Because...
Carson C. Rasnake
May 17, 2018
Carson C. Rasnake, age 85, of Lebanon, Va., passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at The Waters of Johnson City. He was an elder of the Lebanon Church of Christ. Carson was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Korean War. He retired from his position as Mailroom Supervisor at Southwest Virginia Community College at...
Nancy Sanders Davidson
May 15, 2018
Glade Spring, Va. Mrs. Nancy Sanders Davidson, 84, slipped peacefully into Glory on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, following a long illness. She was born in Saltville, Va., to the late George E. “Doc” Sanders and Louise Romans Sanders. Nancy graduated with honors from Saltville High School and was crowned Miss Saltville and Miss Smyth County. She was a career wife...
Slemp Reynolds
May 13, 2018
Slemp Reynolds, age 68, of Meadowview, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 13, 2018. He was born April 8, 1950, to the late Banner Reynolds and Dorothy Mae Reynolds. He was an avid outdoorsman and worked as a diesel mechanic in Washington County, Va. for many years. In addition to his parents, Slemp was also preceded in death...
Carl Parks
May 12, 2018
Abingdon, Va. – Carl Bruce Parks, age 54, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Carl was a graduate of Holston High School, Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO, and Virginia Highlands Community College. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and the Virginia National Guard with twelve years of service to his...
Erma Shrader Haynes
May 12, 2018
Hayter’s Gap, Va. – Erma Lee Shrader Haynes, age 84, passed on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Grace Health Care Center. Erma enjoyed crocheting, flowers, and cooking. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest Shrader and Hassie Counts Shrader Davenport; husband, Kelly Haynes; daughter, Donna Shrader; sister, Phyllis Browning; brother, Junior Shrader; and daughter-in-law, Cathy Shrader. She is survived...
Maxwell T. Osborne
May 10, 2018
Bristol, VA – Maxwell T. Osborne, age 89, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He retired from Bethlehem Steel in Baltimore, MD, after which, he owned and operated a campground in Burnville, PA. Maxwell moved to Bristol 17 years ago. He was a staunch Oriole Fan. Maxwell was predeceased by his parents Roy and Betty...
Josie Ann Jones
May 10, 2018
Abingdon, VA – Josie Ann Jones, infant daughter of Ashley Prater Curtis and Christopher Jones, received her angel wings shortly before birth on Thursday, May 10, 2018, in Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by several great grandparents. In addition to her parents, she is survived by three sisters, McKenzie Curtis, Alexis Curtis, and Maddilyn Jones; maternal...
Milton George Newbury
May 5, 2018
Milton George Newbury, age 89, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at the Wellmont Hospice House. He was born in Potter County, Pa. on September 26, 1928, to the late Charles William Newbury and Grace Belle Furman Newbury. Milton was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served during World War II in the Pacific Theater. He...
Ruby Louna Barrett Roe
May 5, 2018
Ruby Louna Barrett Roe, age 88, of Abingdon, Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Abingdon Health and Rehab. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and a lifelong resident of Washington County, Va. Ruby was the manager of the snack bar at Johnston Memorial Hospital for 42 years and in honor of her faithful...
Marjorie Geraldine Poole
May 3, 2018
Marjorie Geraldine “Margie” Poole, age 93, of Baltimore, Md., passed away on Thursday, May 3, 2018, at Genesis Healthcare. She was born January 28, 1925, to the late Henry McKinley Glass and Betty Gladys Humphrey Glass in Washington County, Va. In addition to her parents, Marjorie was also preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Poole; son, Edward Odell...
Christopher Lynn "Cub" Sullins
Apr 28, 2018
Bristol, VA – Christopher Lynn “Cub” Sullins, age 48, passed on Saturday, April 28, 2018, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was a great father and provider who always put his family first. Cub was owner of Sullins Plumbing for 30 years. He and his family were very involved with the Bristol Little League where Sullins Plumbing has sponsored a...
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