Obituaries

Timothy Todd Hobson

Timothy Todd Hobson

Oct 10, 2024

Timothy Todd Hobson (59), of Lebanon VA went to his everlasting home on October 10, 2024, at Eastern Carolina University Medical Center.  

Tim was a dedicated and loving husband to wife Rhonda, father to his children Eric and Tracy, Pappy to granddaughter Piper and grand dog Bo, friend, and confidant to many. Tim was noted as the youngest individual to...

Jamie Roseann Chafin

Jamie Roseann Chafin

Oct 6, 2024

Jamie Roseann Chafin, 55, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

She was a graduate of Lebanon High School, Carson-Newman College and was a member of Lebanon Baptist Church. She loved her dogs, cats and doing artwork.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Robert Chafin; grandparents, John T. and Nellie Proffitt Chafin and James Robert Bowles and Thelma Bowles;...

Donald David Bailey

Donald David Bailey

Oct 4, 2024

Isaiah 53:5

But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.

Donald David Bailey, age 84, went to be with the Lord October 4, 2024. Born May 27, 1940 the son of the late Newton and Mary Lucas Bailey. Donald was of the...

Kris Keith Peck

Kris Keith Peck

Sep 28, 2024

 Lebanon, VA  

Kristopher Keith Peck, age 45, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024. 

He was a Lebanon High School graduate and had worked in maintenance for several years. Kris enjoyed fishing and working on cars. 

Kris was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thomas June Ball and Rebecca Ball and two infant brothers. 

Kris is survived by his children, Alexius Peck and boyfriend,...

Blenda Louise Hartsock

Blenda Louise Hartsock

Sep 28, 2024

Blenda Louise Hartsock, age 79, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, September 28, 2024, at her home. 

Louise was born September 30, 1944, in Russell County, VA to the late George and Savanna Hurd. She was a member of Open Door Tabernacle Church, Castlewood, VA. 

Louise loved her flowers, gardening, shopping, and her beloved cat, Tom. She was a caretaker for...

Melissa Ann Schlichting

Melissa Ann Schlichting

Sep 9, 2024

Melissa Ann Schlichting, 56, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 surrounded by her family.

Missy was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Glen “Tommy” Kegley and Peggy Elizabeth Owens Kegley.

She loved her family more than anything. They were her pride and joy. She also loved all her fur babies and any stray animals she came across she brought home....

Harold Eugene Osborne

Harold Eugene Osborne

Sep 8, 2024

Harold Eugene Osborne, 58, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam Edward Osborne and Shirley Ruth Hill Osborne.

He was a graduate of Richlands High School class of 1986 and retired from the Town of Richlands. He enjoyed fishing and anything to do with cars. He was a member of Maple Grove Community...

Jeff Lasley

Jeff Lasley

Sep 8, 2024

Robert Jefferson “Jeff” Lasley, age 74, passed away at Bristol Regional Medical Center on September 8, 2024.

He was born on November 21, 1949 the son of the late Claude and Rosa Monk Lasley. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife, Shirley Harrison Lasley; daughter, Melissa Kiser; grandson, Jeremy Rasnake; sisters, Virginia Hubbard and...

William Richard Parker

William Richard Parker

Sep 7, 2024

William Richard Parker, 75, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024.

He was born on September 20, 1948 in Roda, Va.

He was a U.S. Navy Petty Officer from 1968 to 1971, a Vietnam War veteran and a coal miner for thirty-five years. He was a member of the American Legion Post #133 in Tazewell and a member of the V.F.W. Post...

Linda Cross

Linda Cross

Aug 30, 2024

Linda Cross, age 77, went to be with the Lord Friday August 30, 2024, with family by her side. Born April 14, 1947, the daughter of the late Cecil and Mary Ring. Linda served on the Russell County School Board for 16 yrs. Search and Rescue Board for 4yrs., Governor School Board for 16yrs., Hwy Committee for 8yr., Planning Commission...

Betty C. Yates

Betty C. Yates

Aug 30, 2024

Betty Ann Campbell Yates

February 18, 1935 – August 30, 2024

On February 18, 1935, Barclay and Sadie Campbell welcomed their second child and first daughter, Betty Ann Campbell, into the world.

 A beautiful and intelligent little tomboy with curls and dimples growing up in the Mill Creek community of Cleveland, VA, Betty became a standout student and athlete. Agile in both body...

Elizabeth (Betsy) Ann Lucas

Elizabeth (Betsy) Ann Lucas

Aug 27, 2024

Elizabeth (Betsy) Ann Lucas, age 65, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Blaine and Helen Madge Milton Lucas and her husband, Arthur Kegley.

She was a member of Munsey Chapel and enjoyed cross stitching, crocheting, reading and listening to rock music.

Left to cherish her memory, her daughter, Jessica Kegley;...

Phyllis Ann Austin

Phyllis Ann Austin

Aug 25, 2024

Phyllis Ann Austin passed away on August 25, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Shade and Myrtle Lockhart Combs; sisters, Lucille Musick, Betty Musick, Linda Bostic and Lillian Breeding and stepson, David Austin; son-in-law, Dave Gillooly, and ex-husband, Jerry Austin. 

She loved to spend time with her family and loved going to church. She enjoyed working and taking care...

William R. "Bill" Akers Jr.

William R. "Bill" Akers Jr.

Aug 22, 2024

William “Bill” Robinson Akers Jr., age 63, went to his Heavenly home on Thursday, August 22, 2024.

 Bill was reunited with his parents, Bill and Margaret Akers; father-in-law, Kenneth B. Ferguson, brother-in-law, Kenney Ferguson, and niece, Samantha Jo Ferguson.

To write a full account of the accomplishments, accolades, and the life of service of Bill Akers would be quite the undertaking. However,...

William "Tad" Dotson

William "Tad" Dotson

Aug 18, 2024

William McKinley (Tad) Dotson, went to be with the Lord peacefully surrounded by his family to join his loving wife of 46 years Niata Dotson on Sunday, August 18, 2024. 

 He was preceded in death by his parents, Stacy Dotson and Lois Johnson Dotson; wife, Niata Jo Dotson; brother, Fredrick Scott Dotson.

 Tad was a devoted Christian and loved his Savior. Tad...

Helen Clair Fuller Kiser

Helen Clair Fuller Kiser

Aug 16, 2024

Helen Clair Fuller Kiser, 103, slipped away to heaven from Abingdon Health and Rehab on Friday, August 16, 2024.

She was born on April 7, 1921, the daughter of the late William Henry and Virginia Williams Fuller, and lived her entire life in the Spring City Community which she loved.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband...

Minnie Pearl Taylor

Minnie Pearl Taylor

Aug 15, 2024

Minnie Pearl Taylor, 81, passed away at her home on Thursday, August 15th, 2024.

She loved to shop, enjoyed watching tv and telling everyone what to do.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Corbin and Gussie Hess Ray; husband, Marvin Taylor and daughter, Debbie Cole; sisters, Ettie Hess, Betty Rasnake and Juanita Dye; brothers, Lawrence Ray, Ralph Ray, Don Ray.

Survivors...

Daniel Jackson Wise, Sr.

Daniel Jackson Wise, Sr.

Aug 7, 2024

Daniel Jackson Wise, Sr., 88, passed away on August 7, 2024 at his home.

He retired from construction work and farming. His chewing tobacco was his best friend. He enjoyed walking on the farm and spending time with his family and friends.

He was a U.S. Army veteran. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Lee Wise and Margaret Mae Fortner;...

Antonetta Kutschera Shortt

Antonetta Kutschera Shortt

Aug 3, 2024

St. Paul, VA

Antonetta Kutschera Shortt, age 62, passed away, Augsust 3, 2024, at Bristol Regional Medical Center.

She was born April 8, 1962 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Charles and Lenora Kutschera.

Antonetta is survived by her husband, Ronnie Shortt; son, Charles Smith and wife Kacy Deaton; grandchildren, Rhyan Smith and Christian Smith.

Per Antonetta's wishes no services will be conducted.

Expressions of...

Kathy Lynn Morefield Hincher

Kathy Lynn Morefield Hincher

Jul 31, 2024

Kathy Lynn Morefield Hincher age 67, passed away peacefully on July 31st, 2024, at her home in Lebanon, VA. Kathy, born on March 8th, 1957, in Abingdon VA, was the loving daughter of the late Alex Morefield Jr. and Nadine Remines, loving wife to husband Mike and loving mother to son Jared. A graduate of both Southwest Virginia Community College...

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