Rupert Elmer Melton
Oct 28, 2026
Rupert Elmer Melton, 99, of Pipers Gap, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Commonwealth Senior Living.
Rupert was born in Carroll County on January 2, 1927, to Willie and Grace Melton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Guida Carico, and his beloved wife of 69 years, Nell Williams Melton.
Rupert and Nell...
Viola Frances Delp
Oct 28, 2026
Viola Morris Delp age 83 of Taylorsville, North Carolina passed away Wednesday October 28, 2026 in the Frye Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Delp was born in Pulaski, Virginia on October 25, 1943 to John Henry and Ethel Burnett Morris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Edward Douglas Delp and several sisters and brothers.
She is...
Terry Allen Robinson
Oct 27, 2026
Terry Allen Robinson age 56 of Galax, Virginia passed away Tuesday October 27, 2026 at his home.
Terry was born on April 14, 1970 in Galax, Virginia to Jerry and Loretta Hill Robinson.
He is survived by two daughters Kayla Upchurch and Ashley Cruise both of Galax, Virginia; son Jerry Robinson of Woodlawn, Virginia; six grandchildren Kaleigh Robinson; Addison Upchurch; Bentley Marquez;...
Christine Murphy Hall
Oct 26, 2026
Christine Murphy Hall age 97 of Galax, Virginia and formerly of Fries, Virginia passed away Monday, October 26, 2026 in the Waddell Nursing and Rehab Center.
Mrs. Hall was born in Grayson County, Virginia on February 16, 1929 to Troy F. and Nannie Carrico Murphy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Wesley George Hall...
Danny Randolph Graham
Oct 26, 2026
Danny Randolph Graham age 64 of Galax, Virginia passed away Monday, October 26, 2026 at his home.
Danny was born in Galax, Virginia on January 25, 1962 to Warren and Sylvia Lawson Graham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Geraldine Graham.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years Lisa Cook Graham of Galax,...
Patsy Carr Bowman
Oct 21, 2026
Patsy Carr Bowman, 84, of Galax, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
She was born in Grayson County, Virginia, on August 7, 1942 to Donald Bryan and Evelyn Schuyler Carr.
Survivors include her children and spouses, Donald Ray Bowman of Galax, Virginia, William Delane Bowman of Greensboro North Carolina, Dianne and Sky Preece of Buchanan, Virginia, and...
Bobby Gene Byrd
Oct 21, 2026
Bobby Gene Byrd age 81 of Fries, Virginia passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Gene was born in Caswell County, North Carolina on July 4, 1945, to James Jordan and Virginia Carolina Bonham Byrd.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for saving a...
Stacy Lee Butler Cox
Oct 18, 2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Stacy Lee Butler Cox, 57, of Galax, Virginia who has received her eternal healing from our Lord Jesus on Sunday, October 18th, 2026. She was born in Waddell Hospital on March 31, 1969 to James and Jacqueline (Jackie) Butler. She was a devoted Mother, Gaga, Daughter, Friend and Believer in the Gospel...
Heidi Jean Edmonds
Oct 15, 2026
Heidi Jean Edmonds age 66 of Hillsville, Virginia passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026 in the Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
Heidi was born on November 4, 1959 in Charlotte, North Carolina to Jack Ulas and Emma Jean Davis Kennedy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Douglas Robinson; Diane Sturgill; Juanita Robinson; Jackie Kennedy; Kenneth...
Betty Jo Reeves Creed
Oct 11, 2026
Betty Jo Reeves Creed age 95 of Kernersville, North Carolina passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026 in the Sovah Health Danville.
She was born on October 23, 1930 in Virginia to William Ellis and Myrtle Sawyers Reeves. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother David, sisters Hallie; Barbara Ann; Edna; Bertie; Myra Jeanne and Linda.
She...
James C. Gardner
Oct 10, 2026
COURTSEY ANNOUCEMENT
James C. Gardner, 86, of Galax, passed away at his home on Saturday October 10, 2026.
He worked in the apparel industry for over 50 years retiring as plant manager. After his retirement he worked for Horizon Equipment. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church in Galax.
He was preceded in death by his parents Leo & Golda Agee Gardner;...
Bruce W. Ayers
Oct 9, 2026
Bruce W. Ayers Ennice, NC — Bruce W. Ayers, 84, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Bruce was born in Akron, Ohio, to the late William “Bud” Ayers and Brenda (Parkinson) Ayers. He was a member of Barberton High School’s Class of 1960 and later attended Union College. From 1963 to 1967, he proudly served in...
Argie Nell Edwards McGrady
Oct 9, 2026
Argie Nell McGrady age 89 of Galax, Virginia passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 at her home.
Mrs. McGrady was born in Carroll County (Woodlawn) Virginia on May 30, 1937 to Monte and Alma Edwards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters Wallene Hill and Pearl Spraker.
She was a dedicated member of Snow Hill Baptist...
Ila Shaw Blevins
Oct 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ila Shaw Blevins
Ila Shaw Blevins, lovingly known as Nana by many, peacefully entered the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 8, 2026 at the age of 95. A faithful follower of Christ until the very end, she leaves behind a legacy of unwavering faith, unconditional love, and a family forever shaped by...
Linda Sue Burnette
Oct 8, 2026
Linda Sue Burnette age 82 of Woodlawn, Virginia passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026 in the Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, North Carolina.
Linda was born in Carroll County, Virginia on January 29, 1944 to Glenn W. and Juanita Newman Burnette.
She is survived by her brother Larry Burnette; sister and brother-in-law Josephine and Gilbert Perry all of Galax, Virginia; one niece...
Benny R. Haga
Oct 7, 2026
Benny (Ben) R Haga, 83, of Galax, Virginia born July 21, 1943 in Fries, Virginia passed away Wednesday October 7th, 2026 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC after a sudden, severe illness. Ben carried many titles over his lifetime; first and foremost he was "Pastor Ben", leading the congregation of Grace Baptist Church in Fries, Virginia for over 35...
Dean Robert Vaughan, Jr.
Oct 6, 2026
Dean Robert Vaughan, Jr. age 63 of Galax, Virginia passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at this home.
Dean was born in Jacksonville, Florida on September 3, 1963 to Dean Robert Vaughan, Sr. and Minnie Hodge Vaughan.
He is survived by his wife Teresa Anauo of Galax, Virginia; sons and daughter-in-law Brett and Candice Anauo of Hillsville, Virginia; Roger Alley of Galax,...
Michael "Mike" Duane Martin
Oct 4, 2026
Michael “Mike” Duane Martin passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4th, 2026.
Mike was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved himself. Outside of his family life, he found great joy in spending time at his river lot, where he enjoyed the outdoors and making memories with family and friends.
He is...
Betty Faye Johnson Blankenship
Oct 1, 2026
Betty Faye Johnson Blankenship age 85 of Woodlawn, Virginia passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026 at her home.
Mrs. Blankenship was born in Welch, West Virginia on March 24, 1941 to Garland Johnson and Eva Lou Cooper Blankenship. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Russell Blankenship; sons Arvil Johnson and James Johnson; grandchild Jesse...
Bettie Jean Sizemore Lineberry
Sep 30, 2026
Bettie Lineberry, 84, of Galax, VA, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2026. She was born in Carroll County, Virginia, on April 24, 1942, to the late Sherman and Frances Spurlin Sizemore. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, William Frank and James Thomas Sizemore, and four sisters: Daisy Gladys Sizemore, Eunice Lee Irene Sizemore,...
