Richard B. Johnson
Feb 19, 2021
Bristol, VA Mr. Richard B. Johnson, 82, passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021, at Ballad Health Hospice House after bravely battling cancer. He was a native of Lebanon, Virginia, son of the late Porter and Dorothy Johnson. He attended Fellowship Chapel in Bristol. R.B. had a passion for playing golf and worked as a starter at Clear Creek Golf...
Molly Sue Wright
Feb 18, 2021
Molly Sue Wright, age 68, of Abingdon, Va, died unexpectedly, at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Thursday, February 18, 2021, after a short illness. She is survived by her husband, Drew Wright, of the home; son, Wayne Judkins and wife, Brandi; and two grandchildren, Tucker and Charlotte all of Webster City, Iowa. Per Mrs. Wright's request no formal services will be held. ...
Beulah Stringer
Feb 18, 2021
Abingdon, Va. – Beulah Stringer passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County, Virginia, daughter of the late Trigg and Branche Thompson, a retired teacher of Washington County, Virginia, and a member of Meadowview United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John O. Stringer;...
Deborah "Debbie" Lorraine Dillard Carrier
Feb 18, 2021
Abingdon, Va. - Deborah “Debbie” Lorraine Dillard Carrier, age 69, passed away at her earthly home to be with her Lord in her heavenly home on Thursday, February, 18, 2021. She was born on July 26, 1951, in Abingdon, Virginia, to the late Lonzo and Iona Pearl Campbell Dillard. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County, Virginia, and was...
Sally Elizabeth Rhudy
Feb 17, 2021
Damascus, Va. Sally Elizabeth Rhudy, age 72, entered into eternal life with Christ on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Johnson City Medical Center. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County, Va. and worked at Emory & Henry College before her retirement. She was of the Holiness Faith and attended Beulah Baptist Church. In her spare time, Sally enjoyed sight-seeing...
Ruby Faye Goff Spencer
Feb 16, 2021
Chilhowie, Va. – Ruby Faye Goff Spencer, age 75, of Meadowview, Virginia, passed away at Valley Healthcare Center, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was one of eleven children, born November 17, 1945, in West Virginia, to the late Samuel and Easter Shrewsbury Goff. Ruby dedicated her life as homemaker for her family. She also loved reading her Bible, cooking,...
Oakley "Oak" Sanders
Feb 13, 2021
Meadowview, Va. – Oakley “Oak” Sanders, age 93, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 13, 2021, at his home in Meadowview, Virginia. He was born on September 14, 1927, in Washington County, Virginia, to the late Garland and Mary Sanders. Oakley worked at various flea markets for many years and was known for selling lawn mower parts...
Brooklyn Marie Gray
Feb 13, 2021
Brooklyn Marie Gray, of Abingdon, Va., was born an angel, peacefully sleeping on Saturday, February 13, 2021. Loved by her family, they wish their active and beautiful baby girl a peaceful rest.“He calls me beautiful one.” -Song of Solomon, 2:10 Brooklyn Marie Gray was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Alan Sutherland and Richard Russell; great grandmothers, Stella Marie Blevins...
Trula Maxine Davidson
Feb 12, 2021
Abingdon, VA – Trula Maxine Davidson, age 82, passed on Friday, February 12, 2021. Trula was a long-time employee of Shoney’s and Perkin’s. She was preceded in death by her mother, Adell Rose Barrett; son, Ricky Davidson; brothers, Wilmer and William Castle; and sisters, Lockett Boston, Ocie Church, and Bonnie Bowyer. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey Davidson; brother,...
Gary Miller VanHuss
Feb 10, 2021
Abingdon, Va. – Gary Miller VanHuss, age 64, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. He was the youngest of 14 children, born April 16, 1956, in Washington County, Virginia, to John R. and Lettie Kiser VanHuss. Gary was a well-known and much-loved resident of the Watauga Community. He was the Laboratory Manager with the Washington County...
Michael Lee Skeen
Feb 8, 2021
Michael Lee Skeen of Abingdon, Virginia entered into peace on February 8, 2021. He was the son of Jay Skeen and the late Nancy Skeen of Abingdon. In addition to his father, Michael is survived by his sister Linda Vesci, and brother-in-law Frank of Southport, NC; nephew, Daniel Vesci and wife Kate of Highland Home, Alabama; niece, Vanessa Vesci of Southport,...
Kenneth Leo Tester
Feb 7, 2021
Abingdon, Va. - Kenneth Leo Tester, age 54, of Sullivan County, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 7, 2021. Kenneth was born on March 4, 1966, in Baltimore, Maryland. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He was blessed with a large, close-knit family. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; and four brothers, Carl, Bobby, Michael, and...
Stella Elizabeth Blackwell
Feb 6, 2021
Stella E. Blackwell, age 76, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 6, 2021. She was a lifelong resident of Abingdon, Va. and retired from Highlands Union Bank. Stella loved to garden, sew and play with her grandkids and great grandkids. She was predeceased by both parents, 3 brothers, and her husband of 55 years Earl Blackwell. Stella...
Dorothy "Lucille" Wise
Feb 1, 2021
Dorothy “Lucille” Wise, age 86, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021, at NHC HealthCare Bristol. She was born December 13, 1934, to the late Beecher Russell Gobble and Ardelia Wise Gobble. She attended Revival Center Church in Bristol, Va. In addition to her parents, Lucille was also preceded in death by her husband of 64 years,...
Frederick Charles Bunch
Feb 1, 2021
Frederick Charles Bunch, age 86, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021, in Abingdon, Va. Fred was born on November 21, 1934, in Lynchburg, Va., to the late William H. Bunch and Stella I. Sales Bunch. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Joanne (Hagy) Clark Bunch; his sister, Freda; and his brother, Philip Bunch. Fred and his...
Paige McKee Scott
Feb 1, 2021
Abingdon, Va. – Paige McKee Scott, age 80, born November 30, 1940 in Sharon, Pennsylvania, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, February 1, 2021 at Russell County Medical Center. Paige was retired from his career as a Machine Operator in Furniture Manufacturing. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and singing. He was of the Pentecostal faith and loved...
Anna Pauline Penland "Penny" Howard
Jan 31, 2021
Abingdon, VA – Anna Pauline Penland Howard, 93, better known as Polly to her birth family, and as Penny in the Abingdon community, went to be with the Lord on January 31, 2021. Born on December 10, 1927, in the Frying Pan area of Dickenson County, VA, Penny was the youngest child of William Spurgeon Penland and Eura Ellen...
Ruby Olinger Cardwell
Jan 30, 2021
Ruby Olinger Cardwell, formerly of Glade Spring, Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at the Sun City Center Hospice House in Florida. A faithful and God-fearing woman, she loved Jesus and her family above all else. She will be deeply missed. One of five children, Ruby was born April 25, 1927, in Saltville,...
James M. "Jim" Jenkins
Jan 29, 2021
Chilhowie, VA - James M. "Jim" Jenkins, age 72, was carried to his heavenly home in the arms of his Savior on Friday, January 29, 2021, with loving family by his side. Jim was born to Zeke and Emma Oliver Jenkins on May 29, 1948 in Piney Flats, TN. He was a graduate of Patrick Henry High School and Virginia...
Sheila Jeter
Jan 29, 2021
Honaker, Va. Sheila Jeter, age 62, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was retired from textile work and was of the Baptist Faith. Sheila enjoyed gardening in her spare time. She is survived by her loving companion Auty Howard; sisters Debbie McReynolds and Charlene Mullins; brothers Junior Deel, Michael Deel and Cooper...
