Obituaries
Carter Jackson Ryburn
Feb 28, 2024
Carter Jackson Ryburn
His family celebrates the life of Jack Ryburn who passed away on February 28, 2024 in Abingdon, VA, age 91.
Jack was born in Glade Spring, Virginia in a chestnut log house on top of a hill. He grew up in the fields and hills around Glade Spring, with his parents, three brothers and a sister. He graduated Glade...
Frederick Alan Tolliver
Feb 27, 2024
Abingdon, VA – Frederick Alan Tolliver, age 78, passed on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Freddie was an over-the-road truck driver for 37 years and was a Free Mason.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert A. and Pansy Hearl Tolliver. Freddie is survived by three daughters, Michele Lilly and husband Thomas, Allyson Tolliver, and Sara...
Geneva Bartley Redder-McKinney
Feb 26, 2024
Abingdon, VA – Geneva Bartley Redder-McKinney, age 73, passed on Monday, February 26, 2024, at her home. Geneva was a graduate of Garfield Senior High School and an employee of American Petroleum Institute for many years. She was a member of the Abingdon Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Geneva was preceded in death by...
Robert Leo Powers
Feb 24, 2024
Leo Powers passed from this life on February 24th. 2024.
He was preceded in death by his wife Sue Powers and his parents Jacob and Anna Powers, he was also preceded in death by all of his siblings. Leo is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Leo was retired from V.D.O.T and W.L Construction Company. He was also a member of Pleasant...
Charles Henry Dye, Sr.
Feb 24, 2024
Bristol, VA – Charles Henry Dye, Sr., age 82, passed on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Charles was a 1962 graduate of Patrick Henry High School. He was an employee of Electric Motor Repair and Sales for over 20 years and also an employee of Bristol Metals for 20 years. Charles was a member of First Christian Church in Bristol, VA...
Aleta Lee Spicer
Feb 21, 2024
Aleta Spicer, 77, of Abingdon, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday evening. She lived in a house she loved, built by her grandfather, and played there at Christmas with her great grandchild.
She is survived by three generations of her close and loving family, and by innumerable friends and colleagues after a life spent in dedication to the lives of others. She...
Mildred Little Henderson
Feb 21, 2024
Mildred Little Henderson, mother, grandmother and wife, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. She was born in Washington County, Virginia to Ernest B. and Gladys Scyphers Little.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Estel Henderson; mother-in-law Nora Henderson and father-in-law Mont Henderson, sibling Eileen (Charlie) Dye, brothers-in-law Ernest Surber, Ray Henderson, sisters-in-law Evelyn...
John David Terry
Feb 20, 2024
Abingdon, VA – John David Terry, age 48, passed on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Valley Rehab and Nursing Center. John grew up in West Virginia and moved to Abingdon with his family during his teenage years. He was a graduate of Abingdon High School and was fascinated by guitars, drums, Scooby Doo, tattoos, and enjoyed making glass beads and...
Betty Mae Triplett
Feb 20, 2024
Betty Mae Triplett, age 85, peacefully passed away in Meadowview, Virginia on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. She was born in Washington County, Virginia, on May 22, 1938 to the late Emmitt Fuller Burke and Ida Elizabeth Kinsley Burke. She was a loving individual who cherished her family dearly. Betty's eyes lit up the most when she was surrounded by her...
Joan G. Thompson
Feb 19, 2024
Joan G. Thompson was born in Somerset, PA to the late Peter Marylieu and Carolyn Murphy. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary #119 for many years, where she served as secretary. Joan was a dear friend to many and always willing to lend a helping hand to her neighbors, relatives, and friends. She was a devoted wife...
James "Buddy" Mitchell
Feb 18, 2024
James Ellington (“Buddy”) Mitchell – Buddy Mitchell, age 76, of Abingdon, VA, died on February 18, 2024, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Jean Walker Kreger Mitchell; his parents, Billy Dan Mitchell of Suwanee, GA., and Frances A. "Frankie" Mitchell of Abingdon, VA.; and, sister, Donna Sue Mitchell Moore.
Buddy is...
Adell Reed Spears
Feb 18, 2024
Abingdon, Va. – Adell Reed Spears, age 74, of Abingdon, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 18, 2024. She was born in Nodena, east of Wilson, Arkansas, on May 8, 1949, to Nancy Ewing Reed and the late Oscar Reed, Jr.
Adell graduated from Wilson Trade High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force....
Betty Strong Leonard
Feb 18, 2024
Betty Strong Leonard, a beloved homemaker and mother, passed away at home and went to be the Lord on February 18, 2024, in Abingdon, VA, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 25, 1942, in Raven, Virginia, to Isaac Strong and Della Smith.
Betty dedicated her life to creating a warm and loving home for her family. Her...
Coeburn Poore
Feb 15, 2024
Coeburn Poore, age 91, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024. He was born on October 10, 1932, in Saltville, Va., to the late James Gibson Poore and Virginia Ruth Colley Poore. After graduating from R. B. Worthy High School, he moved to Baltimore, Md. to work for Glen L. Martin Aircraft Company.
Coeburn joined the U.S. Air Force, serving...
Justin Daniel "Bama" Taylor
Feb 9, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Justin Daniel "Bama" Taylor on February 9, 2024, in Abingdon, VA. Justin was a loving son, brother, and friend, and his loss will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born on April 18, 1983, in Smyth County, VA, Justin brought joy and laughter to...
Mattie Bell Anderson
Feb 7, 2024
Mrs. Mattie Bell Gillespie Anderson, age 82. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Mattie Bell was born in Chatham Hill, VA, May 30, 1941, and is of the Christian Faith.
Mattie Bell was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Charles Early Anderson; her father and...
Phyllis Darnell Hill
Feb 5, 2024
Bristol, VA – Phyllis Darnell Hill, age 72, passed on Monday, February 6, 2024, in Holston Valley Medical Center. Phyllis was a graduate of Grundy High School and moved to Washington D.C. as a young adult. She enjoyed being able to retire at age 45 from MCI Communications and returned to Southwest Virginia.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents,...
Curtis Blaine Tate, Jr.
Feb 3, 2024
Abingdon, VA – Curtis Blaine Tate, Jr., age 60, passed on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at his home. Blaine was a graduate of Abingdon High School and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from East Tennessee State University. He retired from the Washington County Virginia Sheriff’s Office as a Lieutenant after 38 years of service.
Blaine attended Abingdon...
Richard Wayne Ihle
Feb 2, 2024
Richard Wayne Ihle, known to his loved ones as Rich, passed away on February 2nd, 2024, at the age of 56 in Bristol, Virginia. He was born on January 5th, 1968, in Baltimore, Maryland. Rich was a beloved husband, a doting grandfather, and a cherished member of his community.
Rich had a wonderful sense of humor and never met a stranger....
Adam Ray Roark
Feb 2, 2024
Abingdon, VA – Adam Ray “Paco” Roark, age 40, passed on Friday, February 2, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 11, 1983 and was the beloved son of Lisa and Will Ennis. Adam was the husband to Sonya and a doting father to his sons, Austyn, Michael, and Alex. He is also survived by his...
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