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Ann Cox Musgrove Martinsville, VA
April 6, 1931 - October 21, 2026 · Age 95
Norris Funeral Services & Crematory - Martinsville Chapel
Ann Cox Musgrove, 95, of Martinsville, VA passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at her residence. She was born on April 6, 1931, in Roanoke, VA to the late Elbert R. Cox and Belle Lewis Cox. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Allen Musgrove. She was a devoted member of Blac...
Service details listed with Norris Funeral Services (last service date 2026-10-23); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Anne Wickham Clark Vinton, VA
April 28, 1938 - October 20, 2026 · Age 88
Oakey's Vinton Chapel
Anne Wickham Clark Anne Clark, 88, of Vinton, Virginia, was born in 1938, the youngest child of the late Christian Hezekiah and Louise Ella Wickham. She passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Anne was a loving and kind person who was a friend to all she met. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Christian H...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-26); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Frank Willis Stiff Vinton, VA
June 27, 1956 - October 20, 2026 · Age 70
Oakey's Vinton Chapel
Frank Stiff of Vinton, Virginia passed away on Oct 20, 2026. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-26); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Jimmy R. Noell Roanoke, VA
August 4, 1964 - October 20, 2026 · Age 62
Oakey's Vinton Chapel
Jimmy R. Noell, 62, of Roanoke, Virginia passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at the Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Nadine (Kelley) Noell and a brother, Billy Noell. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rebecca Noel; two sons, Keith Noell and Bryant Noell (L...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-25); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Frank Ernest Murrie, III Copper Hill, VA
November 19, 1959 - October 20, 2026 · Age 66
Oakey's South Chapel
Frank Ernest Murrie, III, 66, of Copper Hill, Va., passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Frank was born on November 11, 1959, in Roanoke, Va., to Mary Lynn Yeary Murrie and James Edward Murrie. He grew up in Copper Hill, Va., and graduated from F...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-24); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Melissa Ann Swain Regional notice
August 9, 1967 - October 20, 2026 · Age 59
Oakey's North Chapel
Melissa Ann Swain, 59 of Roanoke passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. She is the daughter of Daniel Wayne Swain and Brenda Joyce Ward Swain. She was preceded in death by her mother, Brenda; Uncle Sam and Trena Swain, Uncle Charles Swain, Aunt Nancy Wood and cousins, Scott Swain, Karl Swain, Samantha Swain, Tammy W...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-23); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
October 9, 1930 - October 20, 2026 · Age 96
Oakey's Roanoke Chapel
Geraldine Hailey Butler passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2026. Gerry was born in Roanoke, Virginia on October 9, 1930, the youngest of seven children of Brown Douglas and Lillie Lavinder Hailey. A graduate of Jefferson High School and Radford University, Gerry taught in the Roanoke County Public School sys...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-27); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Patsy Ruth Hopkins Roanoke, VA
March 24, 1937 - October 19, 2026 · Age 89
Oakey's Roanoke Chapel
Patsy Ruth Scott Hopkins March 24, 1937 - October 19, 2026 Patsy Ruth Scott Hopkins, age 89, passed away peacefully at home, on October 19, 2026. She is survived by her beloved husband of more than 66 years, James Sidney Hopkins Jr.; daughter, Karen Hopkins St. John (Barry J. St. John); son, James Brian Hopkins (Lane S...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-28); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Melissa Ann Johnson Roanoke, VA
July 26, 1972 - October 19, 2026 · Age 54
Oakey's Roanoke Chapel
Melissa Ann Johnson, born on July 26, 1972, in Berwick, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully after a courageous 12-year battle with cancer on October 19, 2026. Melissa's life was a testament to resilience, dedication, and service to others, leaving a legacy cherished by all who knew her. Melissa was the beloved daughte...
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Joseph Earl Saylor Axton, VA
February 13, 1961 - October 18, 2026 · Age 65
Wright Funeral Service Martinsville Chapel
Joseph Earl Saylor, 65, of Axton, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in Roanoke, Virginia. He was born on February 13, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, to Cecilia Alioto Saylor and the late Earl Saylor. Joseph attended Tunstall High School and worked as a cabinet builder for more than 20 years. He was a kind...
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Edward A. Wingfield Vinton, VA
December 19, 1937 - October 18, 2026 · Age 88
Lotz Funeral Home - Vinton
Edward Arthur Wingfield, 88, of Vinton, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 18, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mary Wingfield; his beloved wife, Shirley Louise Wingfield; and his brothers, William “Bill” Wingfield (Darlene), James Wingfield (Linda), and Robert Wingfield, Jr. Ed wa...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-10-23); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Buddy Lee Adams Vinton, VA
August 9, 1944 - October 18, 2026 · Age 82
Oakey's Vinton Chapel
Buddy Lee Adams, of Vinton, VA, went to be with the Lord on October 18, 2026. Born on August 9, 1944, he was the son of Grace Hopson and Pete Adams, who preceded him in death. Buddy was preceded in death by his brother, Richard, as well as brothers-in-law, Freddie, Johnny, John, Kelly, James, Ed, and Charles; sisters-i...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-26); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Anthony Warren Emerick Myrtle Beach, SC
July 5, 1963 - October 17, 2026 · Age 63
Oakey's Vinton Chapel
Anthony Warren "Tony" Emerick, 63, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (formerly of Roanoke), passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 17, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, Danny W. Emerick, second father, Hugh Roberts and grandparents, John and Ruby Love. He is survived by his mother, Judy Roberts; brother, H...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-22); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
October 4, 1939 - October 17, 2026 · Age 87
Oakey's North Chapel
Marvin Daniel Shepherd, 87, of Roanoke, Virginia, went to be home with the Lord on Saturday, October 17, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, James D. and Polly Shepherd; and brothers Randy Shepherd and Tommy Shepherd. Marvin was born in Georgia on October 4, 1939. He graduated from Leesburg High School and se...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-26); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
April 12, 1946 - October 16, 2026 · Age 80
Lotz Funeral Home - Vinton
🕊️ En Amorosa Memoria de Ma. Dolores Aguirre Fuentes 12 de abril de 1946 – 16 de octubre de 2026 Una vida llena de amor, una madre maravillosa y una esposa inolvidable. Con profundo dolor en nuestros corazones, pero con inmenso amor y gratitud por su vida, anunciamos el sensible fallecimiento de nuestra querida ...
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May 18, 1938 - October 16, 2026 · Age 88
Oakey's South Chapel
Joyce Anne McCormick Mitchell, of Roanoke, VA, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 16, 2026. Known to all as Joy, she embodied her name in the happiness and kindness she shared with others. Born on May 18, 1938, in Roanoke, she was a proud graduate of Jefferson High School and Mars Hill Junior College, ...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-22); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Glenn Allen Wood Regional notice
November 3, 1960 - October 16, 2026 · Age 65
Oakey's South Chapel
Glenn Allen Wood went to be with his Lord on Friday, October 16, 2026. His death was unexpected. He was 65. Glenn is preceded in death by his father, George Wood. He is survived by his mother, Lois Wood; sisters Brenda Testerman (Jim), Bonnie Clark (Curtis), Tammy Ferrill (Buddy), Barbara Lovell (Steve), and Jackie Bla...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-24); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
November 22, 1946 - October 15, 2026 · Age 79
Oakey's Vinton Chapel
Dora Jean Drewry Hatcher Saul, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother, unexpectedly passed away on October 15, 2026, at the age of 79. Dora was born on November 22, 1946, to the late Bernice Juanita Petitt and Claude Eugene Drewry. She was preceded in death by her children, Lynn and Greg along...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-21); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Ray Anderson Wood Regional notice
March 1, 1947 - October 15, 2026 · Age 79
Oakey's North Chapel
Ray Anderson Wood, 85, of Roanoke, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in Carrington Place at Botetourt Commons. He was born on March 1, 1947, in Virginia. All services will be private.
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Patricia A. Waters Roanoke, VA
August 12, 1953 - October 14, 2026 · Age 73
Lotz Funeral Home - Vinton
Patricia A. Waters, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on October 14, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved her dearly. She was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She is survived by her mother, Norma J. Sullivan; her daughters, April D. McMahon and Angela L. Moran; five grandchildr...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-10-24); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Della McGuire Witt Vinton, VA
January 28, 1940 - October 14, 2026 · Age 86
Lotz Funeral Home - Vinton
Full obituary information will be available shortly.
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March 21, 1961 - October 13, 2026 · Age 65
Lotz Funeral Home - Roanoke
JulieAnn Olson Freeman was listed on the Lotz Funeral Home obituary feed with a reported date of death of 2026-10-13.
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John "Jack" Joseph McGinn Regional notice
July 19, 1931 - October 13, 2026 · Age 95
Oakey's North Chapel
John “Jack” Joseph McGinn Jr., devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, at the age of 95. He was born on July 19, 1931, in Queens, New York, to the late John and Cecelia McGinn. Jack was preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Scherff. He is survived by his beloved wife...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-19); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Richard Earl Swedberg Regional notice
January 22, 1956 - October 13, 2026 · Age 70
Oakey’s East Chapel
Richard E. Swedberg, Jr., 70, of Roanoke, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. He retired from Southern States. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Richard E. Swedberg, Sr. and Zaida V. Swedberg; and one brother, Rodney E. Swedberg. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Alena Sehnal; daughter, Angela M...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-20); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Patsy Ann Eanes Rocky Mount, VA
July 25, 1946 - October 13, 2026 · Age 80
Norris Funeral Services & Crematory - Chatham Chapel
Patsy Ann Myers Eanes, age 80, of Rocky Mount, Virginia passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA. Mrs. Eanes was born July 25, 1946, in Halifax County, VA to the late Louise Scott and the late Bob Scott. She was married to the late Jimmy Eanes. A devoted homemaker all he...
Service details listed with Norris Funeral Services (last service date 2026-10-15); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
April 14, 1947 - October 13, 2026 · Age 79
Lotz Funeral Home - Salem
Sharon Leslie Key Wade, 79, was born on April 14, 1947, in Berlin, Germany, and passed away on October 13, 2026. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Windell Allen Key and Margaret O'Donnell Key. Left to cherish her memory are her brother, Allen Key, and her sister, Robin Key (Jim Garst). A visitation will be h...
Service details listed with Lotz Funeral Home (last service date 2026-10-16); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Paul Leslie Brown Roanoke, VA
December 31, 1943 - October 13, 2026 · Age 82
Oakey's South Chapel
Paul Leslie Brown, age 82, of Roanoke, Virginia on October 13, 2026. Paul was born in Norfolk, VA to James Thorne Brown (Jim) and Eunice Audrey Gregory as one of six siblings. He met Wanda Jean Spruill at a Youth for Christ event and soon found himself eager to take piano lessons from her, partly to get to know her bet...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-17); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Michael Lee Young Regional notice
March 3, 1967 - October 13, 2026 · Age 59
Oakey's South Chapel
Our beloved son, Michael Lee Young, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the age of 59. He graduated from Radford University receiving his degree in accounting. He enjoyed his career as a computer technician and was an avid hockey fan, stock car racing fan, and loved going to the beach with family. H...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-23); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
March 11, 1955 - October 13, 2026 · Age 71
Oakey's South Chapel
Michael Joseph Sacra, 71, of Wirtz, Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026. He is survived by his wife Leesa Shaw Sacra; daughter Holly Jane Carpenter and husband Reed; and grandchildren Lainee, Elam, and Layla. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, October 21 at 11:00 AM at Burnt Chimney Unite...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-21); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Evelyn Marie Ragland Regional notice
February 15, 1933 - October 13, 2026 · Age 93
Oakey's South Chapel
Evelyn Craighead Ragland Evelyn Craighead Ragland, 93, of Roanoke, left this earthly life on October 13, 2026, to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born on February 15, 1933, in Bent Mountain, VA, to the late Edward and Minnie Craighead. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was also preceded in death by her husband, S...
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-16); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.

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