Obituaries

Dana Marie Moran

Dana Marie Moran

May 1, 2025

Dana Marie Moran, 75, of Rocky Mount, VA was called home on Thursday, May 1, 2025 to start her eternal journey with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 9, 1950, she lived a life of faith, generosity, and devotion to those she loved. 

She was the beloved wife of the late Jeff Moran and the daughter of...

Danni Rivera

Danni Rivera

Apr 30, 2025

Regenna Danielle “Danni” Rivera, 37, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Born on February 24, 1988, in Rocky Mount, Virginia.

Danni brought light and laughter to those around her throughout her life.

A proud graduate of Liberty University with a degree in Psychology, Danni dedicated her career to helping others. She spent much of her professional life as a...

Jim Weakland

Jim Weakland

Apr 30, 2025

James Edwin "Jim" Weakland, 73 years old Passed away peacefully at his home in Union Hall, VA with all his children by his side.

He retired from Alliance Imaging. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, trapper, and loved wood working. Later in life he loved to travel in his RV.

Survived by his children, James Weakland, and Robin of Addison, MD, Marshall...

Thomas Lee Guthrie

Thomas Lee Guthrie

Apr 28, 2025

Thomas Lee Guthrie age 69 of Boones Mill passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, April 28, 2025 in Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital ICU Trauma Center.

Tom was born on August 13, 1955 a son of the late Stuart and Betty Guthrie. He was also preceded in death by his special daughter, Jamie Leigh; and a sister, Caroline...

Charles Carter Hopkins

Charles Carter Hopkins

Apr 24, 2025

Charles Carter Hopkins "Carter" died on April 24, 2025 at UVA Hospital. He was born on November 24, 1956, in Roanoke, Va, to William B. Hopkins and Virginia George Hopkins. Carter graduated from Patrick Henry High School in 1975 and earned a degree in electrical engineering from Virginia Tech in 1979.

After college, he joined his uncle and aunt, Henry and...

Juanita Carmen Bean

Juanita Carmen Bean

Apr 22, 2025

Juanita Carmen Bean, age 95 of Moneta, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 22, 2025. She was born August 12, 1929 to the late Alfred and Grace Blankenship. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters Edna Hatfield and Loretta Jones; and her loving husband Howard William Bean. 

Juanita was a longtime member of...

George Friend Gresham

George Friend Gresham

Apr 20, 2025

George Gresham of Moneta, age 96, passed away at his assisted living center home on Sunday, April 20, 2025. He was born on June 10, 1928, the son of the late George Gresham and Dorothy Gresham (nee Halleck).

He is survived by his son, David Gresham, grandson, Michael Gresham, and a multitude of extended family members and friends. He was preceded...

Brenda Nicely Forbes

Brenda Nicely Forbes

Apr 16, 2025

Brenda Nicely Forbes, age 79 of Rocky Mount, went to be with the Lord  April 16, 2025. She was born September 1,1945 to the late Paul and Hilda Snyder Nicely. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son Jeff Nicely. Brenda enjoyed reading and traveling, especially going to the beach. She looked forward to local...

Paul Douglas Warner

Paul Douglas Warner

Apr 10, 2025

Paul Douglas Warner age 65 of Rocky Mount passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. He was born August 29, 1959 a son of the late Elmer Paul and Jetty Jo Mowery Warner. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Linda Preston.

He is survived by his sisters, Nyla McDilda and Joyce Cullings; son, Chris Warner; and his daughter,...

Christopher Karroll Morris

Christopher Karroll Morris

Apr 9, 2025

Christopher “Chris” Karroll Morris, age 51, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on April 9, 2025. Chris was born on June 28, 1973 to Harold and Cheryl Morris.Chris will be remembered for his kindness, love for his family and his laughter. Growing up, Chris was always getting into trouble with his 3 older brothers. All 4 brothers stood up for each...

Gladys Beckner Webster

Gladys Beckner Webster

Apr 9, 2025

Gladys Beckner Webster passed into the arms of her loving Savior Jesus Christ Wednesday evening, April 9, 2025.

She was born September 16, 1934 in Franklin County, Va., the daughter of Covie Beckner and Gillie Holt Beckner. She married Tinsley Edward Webster on July 27, 1951, sharing nearly 72 years of marriage together in Franklin County before his passing in 2023.

She...

James Woodrow Wray

James Woodrow Wray

Apr 8, 2025

James Wray, age 81, of Henry, Virginia, passed away on April 8, 2025. James was born on January 14, 1944 to the late Roy and Dorothy Hatcher Wray.

James grew up in Collinsville, VA and attended Fieldale High School. During his high school years, James experienced a traumatic leg injury from a motorcycle accident. Despite the injury, James went on to...

Fumiko Maddow

Fumiko Maddow

Apr 5, 2025

Fumiko Maddow left this world on April 5, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Maddow. Fumiko is survived by her sons: Masahiro Aida (Sandra Aida), Dennis Maddow Jr. (Tonya Maddow), and Danny Maddow (Tabitha Maddow). She cherished her grandchildren: Nick, Carissa, and Juliana (Masa); Courtney and Dennis (Dennis Jr.); and Nickolas, Blake, Bentley, Montana, and Baylor...

Harry Lee Foster, Jr.

Harry Lee Foster, Jr.

Mar 30, 2025

Harry Lee Foster, Jr. age 80 of Rocky Mount passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at his home.  He was born October 22, 1944 a son of the late Harry, Sr. and Doris Foster. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Derise Foster. He was a veteran of the US Army.

Mr. Foster is survived by his daughter,...

Arthur Wayne Narron

Arthur Wayne Narron

Mar 28, 2025

Arthur Wayne Narron age 69 of Penhook passed away at his home on Friday, March 28, 2025.

He was loved by his family and friends, and he lived a full and adventurous life. Wayne never met a stranger. If he knew you, you were a friend for life. He will be sadly missed. Wayne was a proud Vietnam-era veteran who served...

Jerry Steven Meeks

Jerry Steven Meeks

Mar 28, 2025

Jerry Steven Meeks age 66 of Rocky Mount passed away at his home on Friday, March 28, 2025 surrounded by his family. Jerry was born on April 8, 1958 a son of the late Joe Henry Meeks, Jr. and Betty Jane Meeks. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Jackie Meeks; father-in-law, Bobby Shively; and a sister-in-law, Lisa...

Larry Allen Burks

Larry Allen Burks

Mar 27, 2025

Larry Allen Burks age 78 of Rocky Mount passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

There will not be a service per his request.

Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.

Joan Sforza

Joan Sforza

Mar 27, 2025

Joan Helen Sforza, from Wirtz, VA passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the age of 77. Joan, more famously known as “Nana” to her grandchildren, was born in New York. From exploring the world, riding camels in Egypt, watching bull-fighting in Spain, to teaching her grandchildren how to swim, there wasn’t an adventure she couldn’t wait to explore.

Nana was...

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