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
Oakey's Funeral Service
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
Lotz Funeral Home
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
Lotz Funeral Home
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.
July 21, 1943 - July 2, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Garnett Raymond Vass, 82, passed away peacefully at his residence in Roanoke, Virginia on July 2, 2026. Born on July 21, 1943, in Hillsville, Virginia, Garnett lived a life marked by faith, friendship, and dedication to his family and community. He was a faithful member of Hollins Road Baptist Church, where he faithful...
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July 18, 1934 - July 1, 2026 · Age 91
Lotz Funeral Home
Theresa Phyars, age 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Born on July 18, 1934, Theresa lived a life grounded in faith, love, and devotion to her family. She immigrated from Trinidad and Tobago to the United States in the 1980s, where she built a life centered on her Christian beliefs and her loved on...
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September 7, 1954 - June 29, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Jane Arlene Olsen, 71, passed away on June 29, 2026. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, Jane carried a lifelong connection to the ocean. The rhythm of the tides and the familiar shoreline remained enduring sources of comfort throughout her life. The beach was one of her favorite places, a place where she found peace, refle...
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October 18, 1986 - May 14, 2026 · Age 39
Hines Funeral Services, Inc.
Ashley Shaunte Smith Shareef, 39, of Roanoke, Virginia transitioned suddenly on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at her home. She was born in Martinsville, Virginia on October 18, 1986, a daughter of Terry and Lena Smith Dillard. Ashley maintained deep ties to the Martinsville area.
Service arrangements handled by Hines Funeral Services, Inc. Confirm details at hinesfuneralservicesinc.com or call 276-656-3833.
November 9, 1935 - March 27, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Roy Farmer, 90 passed peacefully on March 27, 2026 at his home in Vinton, Va. He was born November 9, 1935, in Hillsville, Va. Roy was preceded in death by his twin brother, Coy Farmer; brother, Harry Bird Farmer; half brother, Cecil Edwards; and two sisters, Hattie Wheeler and Gladys Wells. Roy was a loving and sweet ...
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July 29, 1935 - March 27, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Barbara Hall of Salem, Virginia passed away on Mar 27, 2026. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-04-03); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
November 21, 1960 - March 26, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
David Gray Hardin passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Roanoke, Virginia. He was born on November 21, 1960, in Raleigh, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Robert Gray Hardin and Virginia Fletcher Brown Hardin, and by his brother-in-law, Samuel Fishburn Woody, II. Educated at Radford...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-03-31); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
August 25, 1926 - March 26, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Doris Richardson of Roanoke, Virginia passed away on Mar 26, 2026. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
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March 16, 1939 - March 25, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
March 16, 1939 - March 25, 2026 Patricia Catherine Matranga, 87, of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nobert and Anna Theis. Surviving is her husband of 61 years, Robert P. Matranga; children, Theodore Matranga, Ann McKay (Douglas), and Sara And...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-04-14); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
January 14, 1953 - March 25, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Gloria H. Vaughan, 73, of Vinton, Virginia, passed away on March 25, 2026. Born on January 14, 1953, in Roanoke, Virginia, Gloria was the daughter of the late Frances H. Damron and Aubrey B. Damron. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Sturlen C. Vaughan, and her sister, Peggy L. Schoonover. Gloria devoted 42...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-04-04); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
April 30, 1974 - March 24, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Coy Lee Asbury, 51, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, due to complications from pneumonia. He was born April 30, 1974 and resided in Roanoke. Coy was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Grace Goggin. Coy was a 1993 graduate of Lord Botetourt High School and a graduate of Bluefield College ...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-03-29); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
June 20, 1929 - March 24, 2026
Oakey's Funeral Service
Richard Arthur Hughes 20 June 1929-24 March 2026 Richard (Dick) A. Hughes, 96, an Air Force veteran of the Korean War, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side. Richard was the middle child of C. LaFaun Baugh and Arthur A. Hughes of Gillespie, Illinois. He was predeceased by his parents, his son Paul Rich...
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January 25, 1962 - March 19, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Stephen Lee Wertz, 64, of Goodview passed away on March 19, 2026. A native of Virginia he was the husband of Patricia Chisom Wertz, who survives, and the son of Bennie Lee and Norma Jean Prillaman Wertz, both deceased. Stephen was a veteran of the United States Air Force and Army Reserves. He was an Armament Specialist...
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April 12, 1934 - March 14, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Deloris Scott passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026. Deloris enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. She loved listening to talking books and spending quiet time sitting outside, enjoying the fresh air and peaceful surroundings. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles A. Payne; her mother, Violet P. Payne; he...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-03-17); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
January 28, 1972 - March 11, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Christopher Wayne Divers, 54, of Roanoke, passed away on March 11, 2026. Christopher enjoyed the simple things in life that brought him the greatest happiness. He loved hunting and fishing, sharing laughs and a cold beer with friends, and working with his hands as a carpenter. Most of all, he cherished spending time wi...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-03-20); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
December 12, 1956 - March 11, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
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March 17, 1951 - March 1, 2026
Lotz Funeral Home
Chalice was a woman who found joy in the simple things and shared her warmth with everyone around her. She loved spending time outdoors, especially working in her yard, where weed eating quickly became her favorite task. When she wasn’t outside, she could often be found inside with her beloved companion, Chloe Mae, f...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-03-15); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
