Shirley A. Scott
Nov 21, 2015
Shirley Ann Scott, R.N. (Van Wagoner) died peacefully and surrounded by her family on November 21, 2015 in Avon IN at the age of 85. Mrs. Scott is survived by her three sons, Jon (Mischelle)of Avon IN, Clarke (Joyce) of Altavista VA and Craig of Gadsen AL. Shirley was a particularly proud and loving grandmother of her 8 grandchildren (Amber,...
Mildred Holland Hartz
Nov 20, 2015
Mildred Holland Hartz, age 78 of Glade Hill passed away on Friday, November 20, 2015. She was born on June 20, 1937 a daughter of the late Pete and Frances Pagans. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Dauphus Holland and Henry Hartz; a daughter, Gail Bousman; and a son, Jube Holland. She is survived by her children...
Ruby Katherine Littrell
Nov 19, 2015
Ruby Katherine Littrell, age 75 of Moneta, passed away Thursday, November 19, 2015. Arrangements are private by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount.
Wes Burnette
Nov 19, 2015
Paul Wesley “Wes” Burnette, 67, of Roanoke VA passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 19, 2015. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Luther and Cova R. Burnett, Ferrum, and maternal grandparents, Willie Claude and Dewey S. Edwards, Endicott; Aunts Reva Goode, Rocky Mount, and Ileta Nolen, Vinton; Uncles Charlie Burnett, Altavista, Bill Burnett and Bob Burnett, Ferrum. Wes...
Nellie Scott Rakes
Nov 16, 2015
Our Mom, Nellie Scott Rakes, 86, of Ferrum, VA passed away on Monday, November 16, 2015. She was born January 26, 1929 and grew up in Ferrum. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Sally Scott. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas (Clem) Rakes; two sisters, Wilma Woods, Elma Young; seven brothers, Paul, Lewis, W....
John James McGreevey
Nov 14, 2015
John James McGreevey, age 71, of Hardy, was called home to God’s comfort and protection on Saturday, November 14, 2015. John was born in Brooklyn, New York, on October 15, 1944, but his family roots as Virginia Farmers captured his heart at a young age. He was proud to call himself a Virginian. He enjoyed a successful career in horticulture,...
Ricky D. Oliver
Nov 12, 2015
Ricky D. Oliver, age 57 of Rocky Mount, passed away Thursday, November 12, 2015. Visitation will be held Sunday from 6-8 p.m. at Henry Fork Church of the Brethren. In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to help with expenses. Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rt. 220, Rocky Mount.
Carliss Robertson
Nov 5, 2015
Carliss Rabon “Strawberry” Robertson, age 76, of Rocky Mount, VA passed away Thursday, November 5, 2015. He was born October 9, 1939 the son of the late Carlton and Lillie Compton Robertson. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Josephine (Fennie) Willard, Doris Minnix. He retired from General Electric Corporation and also worked for many years as a barber....
Marguerite Faye Dreyer
Nov 5, 2015
Marguerite Faye Dreyer, age 84, of Wirtz, passed away Thursday, November 5, 2015. Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, Rt. 220, Rocky Mount.
Charles William Dreyer
Nov 4, 2015
Charles William Dreyer, age 85 of Wirtz, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2015. Arrangements by Conner Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, Rt. 220, Rocky Mount.
Frankie Dee Fralin
Nov 4, 2015
Frankie Dee Fralin, age 53, of Union Hall passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2015. The most important part of his life was his family, especially his wife Martha whom he adored and his FCA family. Frankie never met a stranger and was loved by all who met him. He enjoyed NASCAR, football, Harley Motorcycles and listening to bluegrass music. Frankie...
Michael McCarthy
Nov 1, 2015
Michael McCarthy age 63 of Wirtz and formerly of Tolland, CT and Jupiter, FL passed away Sunday, November 1, 2015 at his home. Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 Virginia Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, Virginia.
Jerry Bowles
Oct 30, 2015
Jerry Lynn Bowles, age 64 of Callaway, joined our Heavenly Father on Friday, October 30, 2015. Jerry was preceded in death by his father David Bowles. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Pauline Bowles; daughter, Jennifer Burtch (Joe); mother, Elsie G. Bowles; brothers, John Phillip Bowles (Carol), Mitchell Lee Bowles (Wanda), Larry Allen Bowles, Mark Stephen...
Jeff Smithers
Oct 28, 2015
Dallas Jeffrey (Jeff) Smithers, age 53 of Rocky Mount left this world to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 with his family by his side at his home. Jeff loved life and he enjoyed gardening, fishing, cooking and spending time with his family. He also loved all of his animals especially his cat, Tibbs. Jeff owned...
Deborah E. Bowers
Oct 25, 2015
Deborah Bowers, 64, of Callaway, Virginia departed this life on October 25, 2015 with the blessed assurance of Christ Jesus in her heart. She was the daughter of the late Garvie and Dorothy Eggleton formerly of St. Albans, West Virginia. Surviving family members are: husband, Randy Bowers and daughter, Rachel Bowers both of Callaway, Virginia; son, Jordan Bowers and wife...
Melvin Wayne Fralin
Oct 24, 2015
Melvin Wayne Fralin, 69, of Rocky Mount, went to be with the Lord Saturday, October 24, 2015. He was born December 17, 1945, the son of the late Cecil and Lena Ruth Perdue Fralin. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Barbara Rigney and Carolyn “Kitty” Carter. Mr. Fralin had a 25 year career in construction at Local...
Dillard "Chinese" Cannaday
Oct 22, 2015
Dillard (Chinese) Cannaday was born on Sept. 13, 1939 in Ferrum, VA and passed away on Oct. 22, 2015. He was surrounded by the sounds of laughter of the many life stories as recalled by his family. He was famous for his love of life, sports, recreational activities and love for his family. He was always involved with family events...
Barbara Ann Ware
Oct 16, 2015
Barbara Ann Ware, age 77, of Callaway, VA passed away Friday, October 16, 2015. She was a loving and generous mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was born November 21, 1937 the daughter of the late Parris Henry Richards and Lillie Mae Vess Richards. Also preceding her in death was her husband, Earl Ware; son, Ronald Patrick Baker; daughter, Gena...
Jerry W. Davis
Oct 16, 2015
Jerry Wayne Davis, age 75, of Redwood, Virginia left this Earth peacefully at home surrounded by his family on October 16th, 2015. Left to cherish his memory and quirks are his loving and dedicated wife, Frances Davis and his devoted daughter Debbie Hall (Jessie). He has left years of memories and laughs with his two grandchildren, Kasey Hall and Cameron...
Betty Lou Blankenship
Oct 12, 2015
Betty Lou Roberson Blankenship, 79, of Glade Hill, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2015 after a long illness. She was a member of Craft’s United Methodist Church and worked for Virginia Apparel for over 30 years. Mrs. Blankenship was born on February 6, 1936 a daughter of the late Thomas Lacy and Thelma McBride Roberson and was also preceded...
