All Obituaries
Juanita Craft Pate, age 88, of 163 Rosewood Lane, Danville, VA, died on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at her residence.
Mrs. Pate was born on May 4, 1929, in Rockingham, NC, to the late George Glenn Craft and Mary Crabtree Craft Speight. She was employed at Bassett-Walker as a seamstress until her retirement and was a member of Stokesland United Methodist Church. She was married to Curtis L. Pate Sr. who predeceased her on September 2, 2016. She was the best mom ever.
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Juanita Craft Pate, age 88, of 163 Rosewood Lane, Danville, VA, died on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at her residence.
Mrs. Pate was born on May 4, 1929, in Rockingham, NC, to the late George Glenn...
On Saturday, April 21, 2018, Tagan Jayde Edwards, age 8, of Ringgold, VA, gained her angel wings at Boston Children’s Hospital, in Boston, MA.
She was born on October 26, 2009, in Danville, VA.
Tagan was homeschooled through Kentuck Elementary School, by “a very special teacher”, Miss Jones. She was a member of Ringgold Baptist Church.
She is survived by her mother, Jennifer Edwards; adopted parents, Tommy and Kim Rowland; siblings, James Wyatt...
On Saturday, April 21, 2018, Tagan Jayde Edwards, age 8, of Ringgold, VA, gained her angel wings at Boston Children’s Hospital, in Boston, MA.
She was born on October 26, 2009, in Danville,...
On Friday, April 20, 2018, Blanche Marie Voss DeJournette, at the age of 88 found her resting place, as she quietly slipped away at her residence in Pelham, NC.
She was born on January 20, 1930, in Caswell County, NC, a daughter of the late Isom Voss and Leona Stokes Voss. Blanche was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend.
Blanche was a well-known culinary professional at several area restaurants and aspired to open her own business “BST Caterers”,...
On Friday, April 20, 2018, Blanche Marie Voss DeJournette, at the age of 88 found her resting place, as she quietly slipped away at her residence in Pelham, NC.
She was born on January 20, 1930,...
On Saturday, April 21, 2018, Brian Karl Crawford, age 40, of 196 North Ave., Danville, VA passed away unexpectly at his residence.
He was born on July 09, 1977 , in Gainesville, FL to Charles Crawford and Debbie Crawford.
Brian was self-employed in the water proofing business, and he was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his parents, of the residence; children; Samantha Brooke Crawford, of Yanceyville, NC; Taylor Ann Crawford, of Milton, NC, and...
On Saturday, April 21, 2018, Brian Karl Crawford, age 40, of 196 North Ave., Danville, VA passed away unexpectly at his residence.
He was born on July 09, 1977 , in Gainesville, FL to...
Landon “Pete” Phelps, age 76, of 465 Jamerson Road-S., Lot# 10, Danville, VA, died on April 19, 2018 at his residence.
Mr. Phelps was born on March 21, 1942, in Pittsylvania County, VA, a son of the late Rawleigh Phelps and Eva Turner Phelps. He was employed with Petty’s Nursery as a landscaper and was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church. Mr. Phelps was married to Lucille Phelps who preceded him in death.
Mr. Phelps is survived by...
Landon “Pete” Phelps, age 76, of 465 Jamerson Road-S., Lot# 10, Danville, VA, died on April 19, 2018 at his residence.
Mr. Phelps was born on March 21, 1942, in Pittsylvania County,...
C. Gene Mims, age 69, of 505 Neal Davis Rd, Ringgold, VA, died on April 14, 2018 at his residence.
Mr. Mims was born on November 30, 1948, in Danville, VA, to the late Bob Mims and Ruth Spicer Mims. He worked at Masonite as a welder and he served in the U.S. Army. He was of the Baptist faith.
Mr. Mims is survived by his wife, Dawn Mims of the home; children, Ashley Mims, Amanda Mims, and Christopher Mims; step-daughter, Itasha Lowery; three grandchildren; and, one brother,...
C. Gene Mims, age 69, of 505 Neal Davis Rd, Ringgold, VA, died on April 14, 2018 at his residence.
Mr. Mims was born on November 30, 1948, in Danville, VA, to the late Bob Mims and Ruth Spicer...
Mr. Dudley T. Brown, age 87, died at Roman Eagle Nursing Home. He was born on January 14, 1931, in Pittsylvania County, Va. to the late Percy Brown and Rosa Mae Vaughn Brown.
Before his retirement, Mr. Brown worked in the #5 dye department of Dan River Mills and was of the Methodist faith. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp.
He is survived by his sister-in-law, Peggy Brown, and nieces and nephews. In addition to his...
Mr. Dudley T. Brown, age 87, died at Roman Eagle Nursing Home. He was born on January 14, 1931, in Pittsylvania County, Va. to the late Percy Brown and Rosa Mae Vaughn...
Dorcas Ann Newman Martin
Dorcas went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 9, 2018. She was born on March 14, 1929, to Luther and Lovetta Newman.
She was a member of Stokesland United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir and helped with the Girl Scouts. She also played softball for the church team.
In 1977 she completed studies, Summa Cum Laude, at Danville Community College to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.
She is survived by one son,...
Dorcas Ann Newman Martin
Dorcas went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 9, 2018. She was born on March 14, 1929, to Luther and Lovetta Newman.
She was a member of Stokesland United...
Johnathan “Brock” (Hopkins) Eiler , age 32, of Ringgold, VA, passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 unexpectly at his residence.
He was born on November 02, 1985, in Florence, SC the son of Freddie Hopkins and Gwen Hopkins.
Brock worked as a machinist and was of the Christian faith.
In addition to his parents, Brock is survived by his sister, Tiffany Hopkins; nieces, Makayla and Kendra Edmonds and their father, Tony Edmonds; grandparents, John...
Johnathan “Brock” (Hopkins) Eiler , age 32, of Ringgold, VA, passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 unexpectly at his residence.
He was born on November 02, 1985, in Florence,...
Sharon Bennett Grimes, age 59, of Keeling, VA, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, March 29, 2018, after a valiant battle with cancer.
She was born on June 06, 1958, in Danville, VA to the late Frank Bennett and Vivian L. Bennett.
Before her retirement, Sharon worked in the Environmental Service Department at Danville Regional Medical Center, and she was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. She thought the world of Pastor Mike Myers. Sharon lived a full...
Sharon Bennett Grimes, age 59, of Keeling, VA, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, March 29, 2018, after a valiant battle with cancer.
She was born on June 06, 1958, in Danville,...