Obituaries
Dianne Marie Nelson
Apr 21, 2025
Graveside services for Mrs. Dianne Marie Nelson, 72, formerly of Clay County, Ala. were held April 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at Oak Grove Methodist Church Cemetery in Lineville, Ala. with Bro. Rick Nelson officiating.
Mrs. Nelson passed away April 21, 2025, in Virginia. She was born and raised in Clay County, Ala. and spent many years in the area. Dianne...
Barbara Dean Hatch Keeling
Apr 15, 2025
Barbara Dean Hatch Keeling, 84, loving mother, sister, aunt and great-aunt passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. She was born on January 23, 1941, in Oak Bluffs, Mass., Martha's Vineyard. Prior to living most recently in Abingdon, Va., she was a long-time resident of Naples and West Palm Beach, Fla.
She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Wade...
William R. Wheeler
Apr 7, 2025
William R. "Bill" Wheeler, age 80, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Abingdon Health & Rehab Center. He was born July 7, 1944, to the late Zenias William Wheeler and Elizabeth Louise Wheeler in Tazewell County, Va.
He was a beloved teacher with the Washington County Virginia School System for many years.
At his request, no formal...
Michael John Dove
Apr 4, 2025
Michael John Dove, age 38, of Bristol, Va., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 4, 2025.
He was born to the late Loris Monroe Forrester and Rhonda Lorraine Dove.
In addition to his father, Michael was also preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Charles Albert Dove and wife, Shelva Pingley; and maternal step- grandfather, Roy Wright.
He is survived by his mother,...
Charles Wayne Jackson
Apr 2, 2025
Charles Wayne Jackson, age 68, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was born July 1, 1956, to the late Wiley Neal Jackson, Sr. and Mary Evelyn Stout Jackson in Bristol, Tenn.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Ann Watson.
He is survived by three brothers, Glen Jackson of California; and...
William Harold "Curley" Coulthard
Mar 28, 2025
William Harold “Curley” Coulthard, age 85, of Emory, VA, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, in the comfort of his home with his granddaughter and grandson-in-law by his side.
He was born to the late Harvey and Fayetta Lamie Coulthard in Rich Valley, VA, during a snowstorm on Halloween night in 1939. Throughout his life, he was driven to provide...
Ellen Elizabeth Whitaker
Mar 26, 2025
Ellen Elizabeth Whitaker, age 62, of Bristol, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at her residence. She was born May 16, 1962, to the late James Junior Sipes and Katherine Owens Sipes in Abingdon, Va. She attended worship services at the Salvation Army in Bristol, Tenn.
In addition to her parents, Ellen was also...
Eva Yvonne Granville
Mar 10, 2025
Eva Yvonne Granville, age 68, a resident of many different states, most recently of Marion, Va., went home to her Lord and Savior, on Monday, March 10, 2025.
Born to the late William Garland Karber and John Eva New Karber in Conway, Ark., on October 15,1956, she was a kind, encouraging, and compassionate person. Eva spent many years working in healthcare...
Lillian Geneva Olinger
Mar 7, 2025
Lillian Geneva “Lynn” Hogston Olinger, aged 71, of Abingdon, Va., departed this life on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the Ballad Hospice House. A devoted Christian, Lynn's life was a testament to her faith, as she was actively engaged in her church, the Abingdon First Assembly of God, where she sang in the choir.
Born on October 17, 1953, in Saltville,...
Lydia Blankenship
Mar 2, 2025
Lydia Blankenship, age 76, of Abingdon, Va., and formerly of Hurley, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Born on June 24, 1948, she was the fifth of seven children born to the late Hobart and Pauline Blankenship in Hurley, Va.
Lydia dedicated 34 years to the Buchanan County School System,...
Peggy J. Kremski
Feb 28, 2025
Peggy J. Kremski, age 85, of Abingdon, Va. and formerly of Delaware, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 28, 2025, at NHC HealthCare in Bristol, Va.
In addition to her parents, Peggy was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Malcolm Kremski; daughter, Deborah Markland; five brothers, J.C. Hart, Russell Hart, Jack Hart, Jerry Hart, Sr. and...
Kenneth Bernard Nurre
Feb 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth Bernard Nurre, age 78, of Meadowview, Va., who departed this life on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, N. C. Born on March 4, 1946, in the town of Algona, Iowa, Kenneth was the cherished son of Eugene Nurre and Marjorie Thibodeau Nurre...
Ann Marie Lowery
Feb 18, 2025
Ann Marie Lowery, of Oak Grove, Ala., passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, at the age of 44. Her strength and determination were evident in her proud commitment to living drug-free. She was known to frequent yard sales and was good at striking a deal.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Price Vines, whose memory will forever...
Daniel Collins
Feb 14, 2025
Daniel Collins, age 72, of Glade Spring, Va., went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his home. He was born to the late L.A. Collins and Evelyn Morris Collins in Denver, Colo. He loved the Lord and frequently attended church at Valley View Freewill Baptist Church, Free Zion Church, and the Lighthouse for Jesus Church....
Revonda Joyce Wright
Feb 14, 2025
Revonda Joyce Wright, age 70, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Green Acres, where she will be fondly remembered by her neighbors and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Jesse Houser.
She is survived by her son, Donovan Joe Wright and wife, Amy, of Bristol, Va.; daughter, Brooke Wright of Bristol, Va.; sister, Becky...
David Wayne Norris
Feb 13, 2025
David Wayne Norris, age 64, of Glade Spring, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at his residence.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Cecil Norris, and his brother, Johnny Carl Norris.
David is survived by his daughter, Sandy Dawn Hatley of Atkins, Va.; two brothers, Jakie Norris and wife, Connie, of Abingdon, Va. and Peanut Loonie of...
Nancy Jean Parker Early
Feb 13, 2025
Nancy Jean Parker Early, age 64, of Bristol, Tenn., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at her home. She was born December 20, 1960, to the late Douglas Parker and Lola Wilson Badilla. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
In addition to her parents, Nancy was also preceded...
Phyllis Ann Helbert
Feb 11, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Phyllis Ann Helbert, age 59, of Bristol, Virginia, who went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Johnson City Medical Center. Born in December 1965 to the late William Roby Helbert, Sr. and Betty Jane Blaylock Helbert in Bristol, Tenn., Phyllis was a beacon of light in the...
Dora Charlene Spooner
Feb 7, 2025
Dora Charlene Spooner departed this earthly life in the early morning hours of Friday, February 7, 2025, at the age of 66 at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Va. She was the daughter of Charles and Florene Spooner — both now deceased.Charlene was born and raised in Miami, Fla., where she graduated from Westminster Christian School in 1977. Shortly thereafter...
Tony Lee Blair
Feb 4, 2025
Tony Lee Blair, age 67, of Bristol, Va., passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born July 17, 1957, to the late W.C. Blair and Barbara Marie Brown Blair.
In addition to his parents, Tony was also preceded in death by his first wife, Betsy Jane Blair; two brothers, Mike Blair and Tom Blair;...
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