Obituaries
Genevieve Dixon McCall
Dec 11, 2023
Bristol, VA – Genevieve Dixon McCall, age 103, passed on Monday, December 11, 2023. Genevieve was a graduate of Bethel High School and was employed at Eastman Chemical for over 30 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Nora Counts Dixon; husband, Hobart McCall; five sisters; five brothers; and several nieces and nephews.
Genevieve is survived...
William Harold Puckett
Dec 10, 2023
Goodbye Old Pal….
William Harold Puckett, peacefully passed away on December 10, 2023, in his hometown of Abingdon. Born on September 19, 1944, in Abingdon, to the late Earl Leslie Puckett and Leta Frances Mitchell Puckett. Harold was the epitome of a hardworking and dedicated individual. He leaves behind a legacy of love, perseverance, and deep passion for family, farming...
Richard Leonard
Dec 9, 2023
Richard Lee Leonard, known affectionately as Rick, was called home to be with his Lord and loved ones. He leaves behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to his family.
Rick was preceded by his wife Sandra Elizabeth Pope Leonard and his father English Walker Leonard Jr.
Rick is survived by his two sons, Justin Leonard and Shayne...
Lovis Reble Countiss
Dec 9, 2023
Lovis Reble Countiss, known for her sweet disposition and warm smile, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023, in Blacksburg, Virginia. She was born on March 25, 1933, in Buchanan County, Virginia, to her loving parents, Jonathan Johnson Mitchell and Bertha Matney Mitchell. Lovis was a beloved wife, sister, dedicated professional, and cherished friend to many.Lovis excelled in her education...
Geraldine Katherine McCroskey Stone
Dec 9, 2023
Geraldine Katherine Stone, a beloved teacher who dedicated 39 years of her life to students in Washington County Schools, has passed away. Born on October 22, 1932, in Washington County, VA, to the late Clyde William McCroskey and Lucille Cunningham McCroskey. She peacefully departed from this world on December 9, 2023, in Bristol, VA. She was a kind-hearted woman who...
Hazel Carylon Dixon
Dec 6, 2023
In the morning hours of December 6, 2023, Hazel Carylon (Carolyn) Lewis Dixon grasped the elusive hovering angels and was lifted to her heavenly home by angel wings!
Carolyn was born April 18, 1934, up Hobbs Hollow off of Rich Valley Road, in Washington County, Virginia. She was the second child out of seven born to Felix and Ruby Lewis.
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Lawrence Edwin Dye
Nov 28, 2023
Lawrence Edwin Dye, a beloved member of the community, passed away on November 28, 2023. He will be remembered for his dedication to his career and his love for outdoor activities.Born on December 15, 1931, Lawrence grew up in Virginia and always remained deeply connected to his home state. After completing his education, he embarked on a successful career as...
Earnest Cecil Hart
Nov 27, 2023
Earnest Cecil Hart, age 98, passed away on November 27, 2023 at Commonwealth Senior Living in Abingdon, VA.Born on February 14, 1925, in the picturesque town of Whitetop, Virginia, Earnest's early years were shaped by the rural beauty and close-knit community of the area. He was imbued with a strong work ethic from a young age, evident in his decision...
Richard Henry Williams
Nov 25, 2023
Richard Henry Williams, age 75, passed on November 25, 2023 at his home.
Richard H. Williams, born September 16, 1948 in West Virginia, was a beloved member of the Abingdon community. Richard was a small business owner, that began in Grundy, VA, where he also taught school and coached.
He later moved to Abingdon, VA to raise his two children,...
Joseph Scott Hooker
Nov 23, 2023
Joseph Scott Hooker passed away on November 23, 2023 at his home. He was a graduate of Lebanon High School and attended Southwest Community College. He was a member of the Lebanon Presbyterian Church. At the time of his death, he was the parts manager at Turf Pros. Scott was also an avid Virginia Tech Fan.
Scott is survived...
David Lamar Webster
Nov 20, 2023
David Lamar Webster, 66, passed away on November 20, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. David had a wonderful career and life filled with enjoyment. He worked many years in the family business. After retiring, he spent his last few years enjoying friends and family and the Las Vegas lifestyle. He especially loved talking to his daughter, Kelley, and his grandchildren,...
Robin L. Johnson Wyatt
Nov 19, 2023
Our beautiful mother, Robin L. Johnson Wyatt, age 57, has left this world and her suffering. She now joins her late father David Lee Wyatt and mother Peggy Joyce Vass.
Robin was an only child, born in Charlotte, NC. She lived the majority of her life in Abingdon, VA.
She passed away November 19, 2023, leaving behind two daughters who...
Dorothy J. Lee
Nov 18, 2023
Dorothy (Lerum) Lee, age 93, passed on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Dorothy spent her first 28 years in the Canadian border town of Sweet Grass, Montana. She graduated with her class of four in May 1948. Dorothy married Loyd Ira Lee in October 1948. She was a secretary at the immigration Port of Entry at Sweet Grass until 1951.
Her...
Barbara Sanders Lucy
Nov 18, 2023
Abingdon, VA - Barbara Jean Sanders Lucy of Abingdon Virginia passed away on November 18, 2023, at Ballad Hospice House. Barbara was preceded in death by her mother, Annie Mae Sanders, and her father, James Roy Sanders, as well as her sister-in-law Susan Sanders. She was the granddaughter of the late Jim and Mae Sanders and Estel and Susie McGhee.
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Sammy Mack Boyd
Nov 17, 2023
Meadowview, VA – Sammy Mack Boyd, age 79, passed on Friday, November 17, 2023, at his home. Sammy was a life-long resident of Meadowview and attended Yellow Springs United Methodist Church. He was a pipeline mechanic for over 35 years and a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers.
Sammy was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and...
James Clinton Heath
Nov 14, 2023
James Clinton Heath, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at his residence in Glade Spring, VA. He was born in Logan County, WV to Robert Sandy Heath and Mary Thompson Heath on May 6, 1936. James served his country in the US Navy and posted on the USS Princeton. He loved spending time with his family and...
Bernice J. Dunn
Nov 13, 2023
Abingdon, VA - Bernice Jones Dunn, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Johnston Memorial Hospital after a short illness. She was born in Saltville, Virginia on March 17, 1931, to the late Roy and Grace Crabtree Jones. Mrs. Dunn was a graduate of Rich Valley High School and a member of Abingdon United Methodist Church.
Bernice...
Ronnie Cecil Shockley
Nov 11, 2023
Ronnie Cecil Shockley, 80, of Bristol, Virginia passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol, Tennessee. He was born in Osaka, Virginia on August 1, 1943, the son of the late Joe Cecil Shockley and Eula Blair Shockley.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Norma Shockley, his two daughters, Toni Teaster...
Wilma Gay Deel
Nov 8, 2023
Damascus, VA – Wilma Gay Breeding Deel, age 84, passed on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at her home. Wilma was born and raised in Davenport, VA to the late Woodrow and Stella Rose Breeding. She was a graduate of Council High School and moved to Damascus in 1969. Wilma was of the Primitive Baptist Faith.
In addition to her parents,...
Jackie Lynn "Tuff" Bowers
Nov 6, 2023
Jackie Lynn “Tuff” Bowers, age 82, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023. He was born in the Wallace Community to John William Bowers, Sr., and Georgia Pearl Bowers on May 11, 1941.
Tuff worked for The City of Bristol and then later for Appalachian Power Company where he retired as a Garage Mechanic. He was a hard worker all...
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