Harold Dick Cross
Feb 18, 2026
Harold Dick Cross, age 95, of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, passed away on February 18, 2026, in Commonwealth Senior Living Facility in Hillsville, Virginia.
Harold was born on April 2, 1930 in Wellington, Kansas, to Thomas and Juanita Nelson Cross. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Reed Cross;...
Carmen Susette Sumner
Feb 12, 2026
Carmen Susette Sumner, 56, of Lincolnton, North Carolina, formerly of Galax, Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Feb 12, 2026. Born on February 17, 1969, Carmen spent her early life in Galax before moving to Lincolnton, where she lived for the past 19 years.
After graduating college, Carmen dedicated her career to serving others...
Douglas Eugene Layne
Feb 12, 2026
Douglas Eugene Layne age74 of Woodlawn, Virginia passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026 at his home.
Douglas was born in Danville, Virginia on January 14, 1952 to Andrew Jackson Layne, Jr. and Mildred Louise Funk Layne.
He is survived by his wife Cynthia Hill Layne; son Matthew Layne; stepsons Dale Patton (Stacey); Corey Patton (Elizabeth)...
Shirley Mae Melton
Feb 12, 2026
Shirley Mae Melton age 83 of Woodlawn, Virginia, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026 in the Twin County Regional Hospital.
Mrs. Melton was born September 21, 1942 in West Virginia to Cloive and Callie Simpkins Lester. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother William Lester.
She is survived by...
Joi Darlene Whitmore
Feb 10, 2026
Joi Darlene Whitmore age 64 of Max Meadows, Virginia passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026 in the Lewis Gale Hospital-Pulaski.
Joi was born in Maryland on March 22, 1961 to Theodore Hardesty and Verdel Willie Pearl Handley Luster.
In addition to her father, Theodore(Ted) Â Luster she is survived by her husband Harlan Whitmore of Max,...
James "Jime" Ellington
Feb 9, 2026
James "JimE" Ellington passed away peacefully in his cabin on Monday, February 9, 2026. Known locally as the "California Hippy" or "Cat Daddy," Jim was a colorful and unforgettable character. Born and raised in Northern California, he moved to Galax in 2016 after surviving significant health challenges, determined to start fresh and live life on his own terms.
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Rosie Lee Caudill Mickey
Feb 9, 2026
Rosie Lee Caudill Mickey age 85 of Galax, Virginia passed away Monday, February 9, 2026 in the Waddell Nursing and Rehab Center.
Mrs. Mickey was born in Sparta, North Carolina on March 28, 1940 to Walter and Icie Billings Caudill. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Jimmy Gray Mickey and...
Daniel Carlie Brendle
Feb 7, 2026
Daniel Brendle, age 80, of Galax, Virginia passed away Saturday February 7, 2026 in Galax Nursing and Rehab.
Daniel was born on July 9, 1945 in Galax, Virginia to the late Daniel and Della Rakes Brendle. He was also preceded in death by his sister Flora Diana Edwards.
He is survived by his daughter and...
Brenda Gaye Edwards
Feb 7, 2026
Brenda Gaye Walls Edwards age 72 of Woodlawn, Virginia passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 in the Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
Brenda was born in Galax, Virginia on August 13, 1953 to Harve and Rosemond Ruth Hash Walls.
She is survived by  her husband Danny Edwards of Woodlawn, Virginia; daughters and sons-in-law Bridget and Mike...
William Paul Warrick, Jr.
Feb 6, 2026
William Paul Warrick, Jr. age 59 of Woodlawn, Virginia, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026 at his home.
Paul was born on February 24, 1966 in Staunton, Virginia to William Paul Warrick, Sr. and Dorothy Grant Warrick. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter Adalynn Morgan and sister Sharon Gravley.
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Eva Watson Smythers
Feb 4, 2026
Eva Watson Smythers age 93 of Galax, Virginia passed away Wednesday February 4, 2026 in the Lotus Village Center for Nursing and Rehab in Sparta, North Carolina.
Mrs. Smythers was born in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia on July 30, 1932 to Cecil and Bina Mae Suitt Watson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
Harris Eugene Shupe
Feb 2, 2026
Harris Eugene Shupe, age 86, of Galax, Virginia passed away Monday February 2, 2026, in Waddell Nursing and Rehab Center.
Harris was born on May 23, 1939, in Grayson County, Virginia to Clarence and Jewel Williams Shupe. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Akers Shupe, and sisters Peggy Shupe...
Levi Cole Roberts
Feb 1, 2026
Levi Cole Roberts age 34 of Woodlawn, Virginia passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026 at his home.
Levi was born on August 21, 1991 in Galax, Virginia to Terry and Carmela Lineberry Roberts. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather B.L. Lineberry and paternal grandparents Thurman and Mallie Roberts.
He is survived by...
Imogene Higgins Frye
Jan 31, 2026
Imogene Higgins Frye passed away peacefully on January 31 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where she had moved three years ago to be near her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. "Mamagene," as her grandchildren called her, was 101 years old, and just two months shy of her 102nd birthday.
She was a native of Galax, Virginia, and lived most...
Billy Richard Goins
Jan 28, 2026
Billy Richard Goins age 78 of Fries, Virginia passed away Wednesday January 28, 2026 in the Twin County Regional Hospital.
Billy was born on September 22, 1947 in Carroll County, Virginia to Norman and Frances Early Hale. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Mary Young Goins and a son Billy...
Margaret Hill Ring
Jan 28, 2026
Margaret Jane Hill Ring age 84 of Galax, Virginia passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026 in the Northern Surry Regional Hospital.
Mrs. Hill was born on December 5, 1941 in Galax, Virginia to Lloyd and Ruth Burnett Hill. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Barney Junior Ring.
She...
Elwin Eugene Fayne
Jan 27, 2026
Elwin Eugene Fayne age 94 of Denton, North Carolina and formerly of Galax, Virginia passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026 in Hospice of the Piedmont in High Point, North Carolina.
Mr. Fayne was born in Carroll County, Virginia on July 27, 1931 to Arthur Robert and Stella Mae Nail Fayne. In addition to his parents, he was...
Pauline Parks Jackson
Jan 26, 2026
Pauline Parks Jackson age 92 of Galax, Virginia passed away Monday, January 26, 2026 in the Waddell Nursing and Rehab Center.
Mrs. Jackson was born in Carroll County, Virginia on May 19, 1933 to Jackson Floyd and Della Mae Carpenter Parks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband Samuel Duval Jackson and...
James Oliver Johnson
Jan 26, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of James Oliver Johnson, age 64 who departed from this world on Monday, January 26th, 2026, in Galax, Virginia. While our hearts are heavy with grief, we find solace in honoring his life, a pillar of strength, The Unsung Hero.
His gentle spirit and...
Doris Lee Cox
Jan 23, 2026
Doris Lee (Anderson) Cox, 78, a woman of extraordinary strength, quiet courage, and unwavering love, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday January 23rd. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a living example of resilience, grace, and faith.
Born and raised in the rolling hills of West Virginia, Doris grew...
