November 2, 1953 - July 29, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
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August 10, 1947 - July 28, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
William Douglas "Doug" Scott, 78, of Salem, VA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Doug was born on August 10, 1947, the son of the late William and Hilda Scott of Salem, VA. He was a graduate of Andrew Lewis High School. After graduation, he began his career with General Electric and retired after 34 yea...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-08-03); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
March 4, 1955 - July 28, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Kathy Elain Adams, 71, of Vinton, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Lewis Gale Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Ruth (Gieger) Kostrej. She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, William John Adams, Sr.; a daughter, Rebecca Adams; a son, William John Adams, Jr.; a gran...
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November 1, 1953 - July 27, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Eugene Fortner Jr. passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27, 2026, surrounded by the two greatest loves of his life - his devoted companion of nearly 27 years, Shawn Metzler, and their cherished daughter, Makayla. Eugene proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and later in the United States Army Rese...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-08-01); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
September 16, 1960 - July 26, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Jeanne Lee Bandy Fisher, lovingly known as “NeNe,” passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, at the age of 65. Jeanne was truly one of a kind. She never met a stranger and had a heart big enough to help anyone in need, often putting others before herself. Those who knew her best also knew why some affectionately cal...
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August 20, 1944 - July 26, 2026 · Age 81
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Philip Richard Machale , age 81 of Galax, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, July 26th. Philip is an American actor and author best known for his roles in television, films and hundreds of commercials. He served as spokesperson for the Hardees Restaurant chain for 8 years. The character he portrayed was the “Road Runne...
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May 30, 1930 - July 26, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Robert P. Downey, Jr. passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026. Robert retired as a conductor from Norfolk Southern after many years of service. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany during the Korean War. Robert enjoyed gardening and woodworking. He took pride in work...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-07-31); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
April 28, 1939 - July 26, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Joseph L. Overstreet, 87, of Roanoke, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. He was a member of Hollins Road Baptist Church, and retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad with 30 years of service. He loved watching sports and spending time with his kitties....
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-30); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
January 26, 1936 - July 26, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Georgie Owen Johnson, formerly of Vinton, Virginia, and most recently a resident of Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, Maryland, entered into the joyful presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, after a life devoted to faith, family, and loving service to others. Born and raised in Roanoke, Virginia, Georgie...
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February 12, 1992 - July 25, 2026
Wright Funeral Services & Crematory
Amber Michelle Hodges, 34, of Bassett, Virginia passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026. She was born February 12, 1992, in Roanoke, Virginia to William Beverly Hodges, IV. and Robin Michelle Lawson Riggins. She is preceded in death by her brother, Dustin Riggins; maternal grandparents, Michael Lawson and Karen Lawson; gre...
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December 25, 1935 - July 25, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Doris Marie Maxey Simmons, 90, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Fred and Beulah Maxey. Doris was a lifelong member and participant of Riverdale Baptist Church. She worked for Tultex as an office manager for many years. She gave up this position ...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-07-29); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
November 22, 1951 - July 25, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Samuel Eugene Brown, 74, of Goodview, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Sam was preceded in death by his parents, Rowena St. Clair Brown and John Henry Brown; his sister, Joyce Ayers; his brother, Howard Brown; and his sons-in-law, Richard Meador and Gene Foutz. He is survived by his d...
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July 30, 1939 - July 24, 2026 · Age 86
Oakey's Funeral Service
Peggy McVeigh Nunnally, age 86, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026, just days before her 87th birthday. She was born on July 30, 1939, in Roanoke, Virginia, Peggy spent most of her life in the city she dearly loved. After many years in Roanoke, she and her beloved husband, Bob, relocated to Port Charlotte, Florida...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-08-08); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
March 3, 1931 - July 24, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Jacquelyn "Jackie" Minnix, 95, of Vinton, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert F. and Virginia J. Wall. Jackie was born on March 3, 1931, in Roanoke, Virginia. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1949 and, upon graduation from Virginia Inter...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-08-28); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
October 21, 1961 - July 22, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Yvonne Kay Reynolds Dulaney, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother of Stewartsville, went to be with the Lord on July 22, 2026, at the age of 64, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Phyllis Reynolds. Left to cherish her memory are her devoted husband of 22 years,...
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November 7, 1946 - July 21, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Isabel Maria Tabeñero Damewood Isabel Maria Tabeñero Damewood, 79, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026. Born in the city of Las Vegillas, in the province of Salamanca, Spain, Isabel spent her early years surrounded by the rich culture and traditions of her homeland. At the age of 25, she cou...
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December 1, 1931 - July 20, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Peggy Jane Spickard went home to be with her Lord on Monday, July 20, 2026. Peggy was born on December 1, 1931. She lived 94 wonderful years of her life with her family whom she adored. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer Conrad Spickard Sr., and Esther “Ettie” Thompson Spickard; her siblings, Elmer Con...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-07-25); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
August 12, 1934 - July 8, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
8/12/1934 - 7/8/2026 Eloise Higginbotham Shelor, 91, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Surviving are her brother, William S. Higginbotham and partner, Janet Moles; sister-in-love, Lyndall W. Higginbotham; niece, Dana Higginbotham Tickle and husband, Shawn; nephew, Robert Higginbotham...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-13); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
January 8, 1960 - July 7, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Kippley (Kip) Shae Looney, 66, of Roanoke VA went home to be with the Lord July 7, 2026. Kip was preceded in death by his dad, Bob Looney of Abington, VA and his mom, Lantha Looney of Roanoke VA. He is survived and missed by his brother Rob (Dee) Looney, his son, Shae (Maggie) Farmer and 2 grandsons, Cameron and Trista...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-07-10); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
April 20, 1961 - July 7, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Jeffrey Alan Light, 65, of Goodview, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell and Mary Jane Light, and his sister, Clara Brown. Jeff had a passion for the outdoors and especially enjoyed spending time fishing. He also took great pride in butchering and processing his own p...
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February 20, 1939 - July 7, 2026
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Wilma Cooper Brisson, 87, of Roanoke, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Terra Bella in Salem. She was born on February 20, 1939, in Robbinsville, NC to the late James Pate Cooper and the late Essie Collins Cooper. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Zane...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-13); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
June 4, 1945 - July 7, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Joe Walker Ramsey, of Roanoke, Virginia, died on July 7, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on June 4, 1945, to Jessyee Ramsey (née Walker) and Gordon Ramsey, Joe lived a full and generous life rooted in family, hard work, and love of the outdoors. He had genuineness and an easy warmth that drew people to him. Born into a l...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-10); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
December 21, 1955 - July 6, 2026
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Rodney Dale Naff, 70, of Roanoke City passed away on July 6, 2026. Rodney was born on December 21, 1955, to Lloyd Glenn Naff and Shirley Beckner Naff. Rodney attended Northside High School, where he beat the state champion in wrestling. Rodney was best known for selling used cars. He was also an avid golfer, holding th...
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March 7, 1940 - July 6, 2026 · Age 86
Oakey's Funeral Service
Dr. Godwin, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Gene was born in Salisbury, NC, the beloved son of Arthur and Willie Godwin. He grew up in Roanoke and graduated from Jefferson High School. Gene excelled as a biology major at Roanoke College and received his M.D. from...
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March 15, 1943 - July 6, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
The Rev. Canon Dr. Marvin Allen Gardner Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6, 2026, in Salem, Va. He was born in Washington, D.C., on March 15, 1943, to Marvin Allen Gardner and Lillian McCracken Gardner. Marvin was the devoted husband of Laura Churchill Mink Gardner. Dr. Gardner spent his early years in N...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-11); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
November 24, 1947 - July 4, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Wanda Jean Bean, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at home surrounded by her loved ones. Wanda was born on November 24, 1947, in Roanoke, VA. She graduated from Jefferson High School and worked as a distributor in healthcare where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic. In ad...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-07-09); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
May 28, 1933 - July 4, 2026
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Elnora Tate, 93, of Roanoke, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 4, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Mable Poston; her beloved husband, Frank Tate; her daughter, Donna Dangerfield; three daughters-in-law; and her son-in-law, Earl Blankenship. Elnora was known for her kind hear...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-07-08); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
December 3, 1937 - July 3, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Hillery Eugene Leonard, 88, of Vinton, VA, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, 2026. Born on November 3, 1937, in Blue Ridge, VA, he retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 44 years as a Computer Programmer and Senior Systems Designer. Outside of work he found joy in serving the church and others - if the ch...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-11); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
February 9, 1941 - July 3, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Edward J. Frac, 85, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Carol Jean Frac; children, Jennifer Frac, Allison and Matt Sanders, and Meredith and Greg Scheunemann; 19 grandchildren, Jake Frac, Lily Lewis, Macy Schmeling, Maleigh Schmeling, Jovie Schmeling, TyEli...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-18); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
July 22, 1937 - July 3, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Lois Ann Hayden, 88, of Roanoke County went home to her Lord and Saviour on Friday, July 3, 2026. Ann was born on July 22, 1937, to Lemuel and Edna Absher. She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Leigh Ann Kurtz; sister and brother-in-law, Claudine and Raymond Meador; and brother, Ray Absher. Ann attend...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-07-09); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
