Obituaries
Ronnie Cecil Shockley
Nov 11, 2023
Ronnie Cecil Shockley, 80, of Bristol, Virginia passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol, Tennessee. He was born in Osaka, Virginia on August 1, 1943, the son of the late Joe Cecil Shockley and Eula Blair Shockley.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Norma Shockley, his two daughters, Toni Teaster...
Wilma Gay Deel
Nov 8, 2023
Damascus, VA – Wilma Gay Breeding Deel, age 84, passed on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at her home. Wilma was born and raised in Davenport, VA to the late Woodrow and Stella Rose Breeding. She was a graduate of Council High School and moved to Damascus in 1969. Wilma was of the Primitive Baptist Faith.
In addition to her parents,...
Jackie Lynn "Tuff" Bowers
Nov 6, 2023
Jackie Lynn “Tuff” Bowers, age 82, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023. He was born in the Wallace Community to John William Bowers, Sr., and Georgia Pearl Bowers on May 11, 1941.
Tuff worked for The City of Bristol and then later for Appalachian Power Company where he retired as a Garage Mechanic. He was a hard worker all...
Delana Faye Nunley
Nov 5, 2023
Delana Faye Nunley, 68, passed away on November 5th after losing her fight with cancer. Faye was born on February 6th, 1955, to Nelson (Nelk) Nunley and Shirley Shelton in the hills of Abingdon Va. Faye spent her life being the most amazing wife, mother, and grandmother any family could have dreamed of. She married Wade Roland Nunley in 1974...
Sylvia Ann Johnson
Nov 3, 2023
Sylvia Ann Johnson, beloved wife, office manager, and caring individual, passed away on November 3, 2023. She was born on September 18, 1943, and touched the lives of many during her time here.Sylvia dedicated much of her life to her career as an Office Manager at a dental office. Her attention to detail and caring nature made her a true...
Gene David "Tooter" Cruey
Nov 3, 2023
Gene David “Tooter” Cruey, age 67, passed on Friday, November 3, 2023, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Tooter was a former employee of U.S. Gypsum and enjoyed, fishing, NASCAR, and football. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Carolyn Kelly Cruey, and infant brother, Todd Cruey.
He is survived by his wife, Jane Smith Cruey; three sons, Cody,...
William Lester Latham
Nov 1, 2023
William "Chuck" Lester Latham, a beloved member of the Abingdon community, has passed away at the age of 80. Born on June 28, 1943, in Abingdon, VA, William was a kind-hearted individual who will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and love for his family.William...
Gary Lee Williams
Oct 26, 2023
Gary Lee Williams, age 74, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at his residence in Abingdon. He was born in Columbus, OH to the late Orian Victor “Bill” Williams and Doris “Pauline” McMurray Williams on December 21, 1948.
Gary served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps having served in Vietnam. He was an active member in the Order...
Bryan Anthony Miller
Oct 17, 2023
Bryan Anthony Miller passed away unexpectedly at home in Abingdon, Virginia, on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. He left this world just as quickly as he entered into it on November 19th, the day he was born. Bryan was a kind and loving son, grandson, nephew, and friend who will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was...
Barbara Faye Lewis
Oct 16, 2023
Barbara Faye Lewis, age 67, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023, at her residence in Abingdon, VA. She was born in Bristol, TN to the late Lockard Herndon and Margie Wise Herndon on March 24, 1956. She loved spending time with her family, friends, and church family. Her grandchildren were very special to her, she loved caring for them.
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Joan Dale Cook
Oct 14, 2023
Joan Dale Rouse Cook, age 70, peacefully passed away on October 14, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Bristol, VA. She was born on December 4, 1952, to the late Paul Junior Rouse and Esther Zelma Brown Rouse. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend.Joan's journey began in Bristol where she grew up and attended Sullivan East...
Joseph Gray Spangler Riner
Oct 12, 2023
Joseph Gray Spangler Riner, a devoted family man and dedicated worker, peacefully passed away on October 12, 2023, at Bristol Health & Rehab. Born on December 25, 1932, in Wikel Union, WV to the late Christopher Thomas Riner and Anna Rebecca Canterberry Riner. Joseph's life was filled with love, kindness, and an unwavering faith.Joseph's career spanned over three decades at...
Lorraine Burchett Nicewonder
Oct 11, 2023
Lorraine Burchett Nicewonder passed away October 11, 2023, after a long illness. She was born February 4, 1933, at Tarpon, Virginia to parents Walter and Dora Burchett. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, J.D. Nicewonder, daughter Carolyn Nicewonder Beverly and her husband Frank Beverly, Jr. of Barboursville, Virginia; daughter Sherry Nicewonder and her son Nicholas Ozioli of...
Emory Akers Hill, Jr
Oct 10, 2023
Emory Akers Hill, Jr, a dedicated educator and railroad manager, passed away on October 10, 2023, in Johnson City, TN. He was born on November 23, 1949, in Saltville, VA to the late Emory Akers Hill, Sr and Aloa Farris Hill. Emory's life was one filled with commitment to his family, friends and career.
After graduating from Patrick Henry High...
Matthew Joseph Cody, Jr.
Oct 10, 2023
Matthew "Matt" Cody, 78, of Abingdon, VA, passed away on October 10, 2023. Born on November 19, 1946, Matt was a driven individual who achieved many goals throughout his life. He possessed a kind heart and was always willing to lend a hand to those in need. Matt had a voracious appetite for reading and enjoyed immersing himself in numerous...
Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman
Oct 8, 2023
Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman entered her eternal home on Sunday, October 8, 2023, surrounded by those who loved her most. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Lola Cook DeBusk and was predeceased by her two husbands, Sam Copenhaver, Jr and Paul “Gene” Bowman. Also preceding her in death were two stepsons, Max Bowman (Kitty) and Mickey Bowman...
Evelyn DeBord Kelly
Oct 6, 2023
Bristol, VA – Evelyn C. DeBord Kelly, age 90, passed on Friday, October 6, 2023, at her home. Evelyn was born in Saltville, VA and was a graduate of R.B. Worthy High School. After moving to Bristol as a young adult, she became a member of Fellowship Chapel where she was a devoted Sunday School Teacher and loved the Dorcas...
Bonnie Lou Wallace
Oct 4, 2023
Bonnie Wallace, loving wife, mother, nana and friend to many, passed away on October 4, 2023 in Bristol, VA. She was born on July 3, 1956 in Wise, VA to the late James Clyde Laney and Mary Stanley Laney. Bonnie will be deeply missed by all who have been a part of her life.
Bonnie was a thoughtful and caring...
Anthony "Tony" Childress, Sr.
Oct 1, 2023
Anthony “Tony” Childress, Sr., age 83, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at his residence in Bristol, VA. He was born in Buchanan County, VA to Earl Elijah Childress and Myrtle Ratliff Childress on February 24, 1940.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Elizabeth Cruise Childress; sister, Debbie Childress Woods...
Dr. Julius T. Goodman
Sep 28, 2023
Dr. Julius Temple Goodman, 94, of Bristol, VA, passed away on September 28, 2023, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Dr. Goodman was born in Welch, WVA, on June 10, 1929, but was raised in Christiansburg, VA. He attended Hampden-Sydney College and the Medical College of Virginia. Following his internship in Augusta,...
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