Obituaries
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,...
Patrick Shawn O'Brien
Oct 27, 2024
Patrick Shawn O’Brien, age 58, of Camden, Tenn., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 27, 2024, in Abingdon, Va. He was born August 20, 1966, to the late Elvis Marvin “Obie” O’Brien, Jr. and Evelyn Webb O’Brien. He was a long-haul truck driver for H & H Transportation in Louisville, Ky.
He was also preceded in death by...
Tonya Michelle Smith
Oct 27, 2024
Tonya Michelle Smith, age 52, of Damascus, Va., passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was very creative and showcased her talents through the artistry of painting.
She was preceded in death by her father, Larry Smith and her mother, Samantha Eaton Curtis.
She is survived by three children, Amber Blevins of Abingdon, Va.; Mark Munn and...
John H. McCracken
Oct 6, 2024
John H. McCracken, age 85, of Abingdon, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Abingdon Health & Rehab Center.
He was born July 11, 1939, to the late Charlie McCracken and Ollie Eastridge McCracken in Russell County, Va. John loved to sing gospel music and attended church at the First Assembly of God in Abingdon.
In...
Jack Allen Wenker
Sep 26, 2024
Jack Allen Wenker, age 80, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Johnston Memorial Hospital.
He was born March 14, 1944, to the late Elmer “Bud” Wenker and Rose L. Weiterschan Wenker in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was the second of four children. In his youth, he played baseball as a catcher. He would always say the catcher...
Cody Dalton Bise
Sep 25, 2024
Cody Dalton Bise, age 31, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at his residence. He was a beloved employee of Jack’s 128 Pecan. Cody had a passion for music and loved playing the guitar.
He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Fleenor; step-father, Clyde Presley; two brothers, Ryan Hicks and Josh Presley; maternal grandmother, Mildred...
Shawn David Barr
Sep 16, 2024
Shawn David Barr Passed away on September 16, 2024, at the of age of 59 at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Va. with loved ones at his side. He was born August 1, 1965, to Charles Dave Barr and Judy Osborne in Washington County, Va. Shawn was always the type of person who told you what he felt and wanted...
Gene Chamberlain
Sep 11, 2024
Gene Chamberlain, age 85, of Abingdon, Va., passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was born November 15, 1938, to the late Jack Chamberlain and Geneva Hall Chamberlain. Gene will be remembered as a conversationist and a sports enthusiast who loved his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Gene was also preceded in death by his...
Curtis Preston Jackson
Aug 17, 2024
Curtis Preston Jackson, age 72, of Abingdon, Va., passed away at his home on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Born on January 8, 1952, he was the son of the late Ray Edward Jackson, Sr. and Mary Katherine Carr Jackson.
In addition to his parents, Curtis was preceded in death by three brothers, Danny Jackson, Ray Edward Jackson, Jr., and Gary...
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