Obituaries
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;...
Timothy Mark Saltz
Jan 27, 2025
Timothy Mark "Timmy" Saltz, age 64, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Bristol Regional Medical Center.
He was born August 11, 1960, to the late Robert Daniel Saltz, Sr. and Margaret Dorcas Camper Saltz. In addition to his parents, Timmy was also preceded in death by his sister, Connie Saltz Coleman.
He is survived by two...
Sue Ellen Breeding
Jan 17, 2025
Sue Ellen Breeding, age 71, of Abingdon, Va. passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Rehab Center & Memory Care at Bristol. She was born March 31, 1953, to the late Clyde Whitten Sparks and Dorothy Juanita Baldwin Sparks in Richlands, Va.
In addition to her parents, Sue was also preceded in death by her sister, Judy Faye Sparks;...
Iva Venida Kelly
Jan 13, 2025
Iva Venida Akers Kelly, age 65, of Bristol, Va., passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025, at her residence. She was born April 12, 1959, to the late Leroy Akers and Edith Pruett Akers in Bristol, Va. She was a former employee of Universal Fibers. Some of Venida's happiest memories were made fishing along the riverbanks in Mendota.
In addition...
Carl Donaree O'Briant
Jan 5, 2025
Carl Donaree O’Briant, 83, died on Sunday, January 5th in his long-time home of Abingdon, Virginia. His friends called him Don or, in earlier times, Donnie. His fellow golfers at the club called him “O.B.” We called him Dad and, when our kids came along, Pop Pop. If you were a waiter, what you likely called him is unprintable here,...
Peggy June Fields
Dec 12, 2024
Peggy June Fields, age 85, of Abingdon, Va. and formerly of Baltimore, Md., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Abingdon Health & Rehab Center. She was born February 25, 1939, in Pound, Va. Peggy retired from Aramark after 20 years of service and was a member of Pleasant View Methodist Church.
She was preceded in...
Carolyn Renee Helbert
Dec 5, 2024
Carolyn Renee “Nookie” Helbert, age 55, of Bristol, Va., went to her forever home on Thursday, December 5, 2024, and is now with her Heavenly Father.
She was born March 20, 1969, to the late William Roby Helbert, Sr. and Betty Jane Blaylock Helbert in Bristol, Tenn. She was formerly employed at Columbus McKinnon as a machinist and was an animal...
Kenneth Parice Minor
Nov 12, 2024
Kenneth Parice Minor, age 79, of Meadowview, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at his home. He was born April 13, 1945, to the late James Franklin Minor and Elizabeth Nanne Munsey Minor in Jonesville, Va.
Ken was a gifted individual known for his diverse talents, ranging from cultivating vegetables and flowers to possessing remarkable building skills. His athleticism,...
David Kistner
Nov 10, 2024
David Kistner, age 64, of Abingdon, Va., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at his residence.
Harvey Dallas Church
Nov 8, 2024
Retired Virginia State Police Master Trooper Harvey Dallas Church passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at his home in Abingdon, VA. He was born in Winston Salem, NC on March 9, 1943, and was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey Washington Church and Edith Harris Church.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carolyn Haga Church; daughter,...
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