Obituaries
Helen Proffitt
Nov 11, 2024
Helen Proffitt, age 82, passed away on November 11, 2024, in Abingdon, Virginia, with her husband Ron and her children Katrina, Chris and Olivia by her side. Helen was born in Lebanon, Virginia and was a graduate of Lebanon High School. Graduating early from high school, she entered the Johnston Memorial Hospital School for Registered Nursing where she graduated and received...
Erik Edward Blankenship
Nov 10, 2024
Erik Edward Blankenship of Abingdon, VA went home to be with our Lord on November 10, 2024. Erik was born in Chicago, IL on January 27th, 1973, the son of the late Victoria Lynn Blankenship (Taylor).
Erik is survived by his wife of 25 years, Jessica (JP) Blankenship (Davis); his daughters, Karaline B. Davis (Kara), Tessa L. Blankenship, and Libby...
Mary Margaret "Peggy" Curphey
Nov 5, 2024
Peggy Curphey passed away quietly on November 5, 2024 at the Ballad Hospice House in Bristol, Tennessee. She was born to Dr. Wilfred Conklin Curphey and his wife Amelia Krug Curphey on January 2, 1934 in Kansas City, Kansas, and then grew up in the San Francisco area where she was active in various social and service organizations, including Alpha...
Ann Torbett
Nov 3, 2024
In Loving Memory of Margaret Ann Torbett - Born on April 9, 1938 – Passed Away on November 3, 2024
It is with deep sorrow, but also with profound gratitude for a life well-lived, that we announce the peaceful passing of Margaret Ann Torbett, who left this world on November 3, 2024, at the age of 86. Her spirit now rests...
Ronnie Farrell Deel
Nov 3, 2024
Ronnie Farrell Deel, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024 at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Grundy, VA on October 21, 1948, to the late Elder Joseph Deel and Minnie Deel of Haysi, VA.
He worked for Wittenbach Business Systems and was a supervisor at Bristol Herald Courier for many years. When he...
Betty Lou Doss
Nov 2, 2024
Betty Lou Doss, born on May 23, 1941, in Marion, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, in Abingdon, Virginia leaving behind a legacy of kindness love, and culinary excellence.
A graduate of Liberty Hall High School in 1959, Betty dedicated her life to serving others, particularly in her role at various nursing facilities where she worked diligently as a...
Agnest Jeanette Anders
Nov 2, 2024
Agnest "Jeanette" Anders transitioned to her heavenly home on November 2, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Margaret Flinchum; husband, Cecil Anders; sisters, Ida Adams and Elizabeth Vanhook; stepson, Gary Anders; and great-grandson, Kirk Harlow.
Jeanette retired from Bristol Lingerie where she worked as a seamstress and inspector. She loved her husband, family, little dog Oreo,...
Cecil Ray Anders
Nov 2, 2024
Cecil Ray Anders, age 86, of Bristol, Va., went peacefully to his heavenly home on November 2, 2024. He was born May 29, 1938 to Arlie and Mildred Canter Anders.
Cecil was a retired teamster and spent his spare time dedicated to helping others. He loved to play golf, sing at church, work in the food pantry, and spend time with...
James Hicks
Oct 29, 2024
James Andy Thomas Hicks, notoriously known as Tommy, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, due to a heart attack that happened while he was at work. He was born on January 27th, 1962 at Bristol Regional Medical Center, and was able to reach the age of 62. He lived much of his life in Bristol Virginia, forming endearing relationships...
Debra Kaye Vandyke
Oct 29, 2024
Debra Kaye Vandyke left to meet the Lord on October 29, 2024. She was known as Debbie to those that loved her. She was preceded in death by her loving father, Jack Major Harman.
Debbie loved spending time with her family. Visiting her mom at the farm brought her great joy. She was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. Her...
Curtis "Curt" Lee Jackson
Oct 28, 2024
Curtis Lee Jackson, affectionately known as "Curt," was born on October 17, 1941, and passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, in Abingdon, VA. Throughout his remarkable life of 83 years, Curt left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
A graduate of Virginia High School, Curt continued his education at several universities. He was most...
Jeffery Lynn Scott
Oct 28, 2024
Jeffery Lynn Scott, affectionately known as Jeff, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, in Abingdon, Virginia, at the age of 73. Born on May 1, 1951 in Bristol, Virginia, Jeff spent his life creating lasting memories and meaningful connections with those around him.
A dedicated employee, Jeff worked for United Telephone Company, which later became Sprint, serving as a lineman...
Linden Junior Sutherland
Oct 25, 2024
Linden Junior Sutherland, age 95, went peacefully to his heavenly home on October 25, 2024. He was born on June 11, 1929 in the Frying Pan section of Haysi, Virginia to the late Noah Linden Sutherland and Edna "Phoebe" Counts Sutherland. Linden was one of thirteen children born to Noah and Phoebe. Linden grew up in the Haysi area and...
Barry Doss
Oct 24, 2024
Barry Lynn Doss went to join his lord and savior Jesus Christ on October 24th, 2024, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born to C.J. and Mary Doss on December 30th, 1965.
Barry was a graduate of Chilhowie High School and was a graduate of the class of 1984. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force,...
John Peter "Pete" Montague
Oct 24, 2024
John Peter “Pete” Montague 1933-2024
Pete Montague shook off this mortal coil Thursday, October 24, 2024 after a full 91 + years of life and living and service.
Born February 24, 1933 in Ashland, Kentucky, the fifth and youngest child of Charles Ernest and Saja Evans Montague, he spent his formative years in Kentucky and sometimes traveling on business with his father...
Sharon Linell Rowland
Oct 23, 2024
Linell Rowland passed away Wednesday. October, 23, 2024 at the home of her companion, Larry A. Overbay at Glade Spring, Virginia.
Linell was born in Ogden, Utah and grew up in Colorado. She came to Virginia after graduation from high school to attend Emory and Henry College and had since made Virginia her home. After graduating with honors from Emory and...
Thomas Hudson
Oct 20, 2024
Thomas “Tom” Monroe Hudson of Emory, Virginia left his earthly home on Sunday October 20, 2024 at Johnston Memorial Hospital surrounded by several members of his large, loving family.
Tom was born July 22, 1939 and was a lifelong resident of Southwest Virginia. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Joyce Parris Hudson, and an infant child.
He...
Darla Kaye Wynegar
Oct 17, 2024
Meadowview, VA – Darla Kaye Taladay Wynegar, age 81, passed on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at her home. Darla was a graduate of Patrick Henry High School and a member of Kingdom Hall in Meadowview.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Thelma Viers Taladay; husband, J.D. Wynegar; and sister, Koleda Mae Ferguson. Darla is survived by her...
Don Ruffin Fuqua
Oct 14, 2024
Abingdon, VA – Don Ruffin Fuqua, age 92, passed on Sunday, October 13, 2024, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and served during the Korean War. Don enjoyed drawing, wildlife, and spending time with his cats. He was a news contributor for the Baltimore Sun for 34 years.
Don was preceded in death by his parents Abner...
Robert Blake Williams
Oct 13, 2024
Robert Blake Williams, age 84, passed away on October 13, 2024 at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Virginia. He was born in Marion VA to the late Brainard Williams and Nell Wampler Williams.
Robert dedicated 34 years of his life to the profession of pharmacy, where he was known not only for his expertise but also for his kind and welcoming...
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