Obituaries
Elizabeth Ann Glass
Jun 1, 2015
Abingdon, VA- Elizabeth Ann Glass, age 43, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 1, 2015, at her home. She was a well-known employee of Lowes in Abingdon who enjoyed spending time outdoors with her dogs and horses. She is survived by her parents, Kyle Franklin “Frank” Glass of the home and Lois Otey Snead of Marion; son, Charles Franklin “Frankie”...
Stanley Gene Pierce
Jun 1, 2015
Abingdon, VA Mr. Stanley G. Pierce, age 75, passed away at his home on Monday, June 1, 2015. He was born in Cortland, NY. Stanley was a science teacher with Carthage Central School for many years. Upon retirement, he and his wife Elizabeth moved to Abingdon, VA, where they have lived for 19 years. He received his Bachelors of Science...
Roger Alan Johnson
May 31, 2015
Abingdon, VA Roger Alan Johnson, age 58, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2015, at his home. He was born to Don Johnson and the late Shirley Jean Hinchey Johnson on July 22, 1957. He was an employee of Dominion Corporation, and he enjoyed NASCAR racing and fishing. In addition to his father, Roger is also survived by his son,...
Shelby Mann Rose
May 30, 2015
Abingdon, VA – Shelby Mann Rose, age 77, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born to the late Leslie Randolph Mann and Josie Porter Mann in 1938 in Clinchco, VA. Shelby was a member of the first graduating class of Ervinton High School and lived in McClure, VA until moving to Abingdon in...
Charley Roy Hefner
May 29, 2015
Abingdon, VA Charley Roy Hefner, age 98, passed Friday, May 29, 2015, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. In the peaceful event of a Christian’s passing, his wake is evidence of his travel in life. In this case, a well written book of ninety-eight years simply scribed with the message that “Christ is the only answer in one’s life” on every page....
Karen Ann Scott Rose
May 29, 2015
Bristol, VA – Karen Ann Scott Rose, age 61, passed on Friday, May 29, 2015, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Karen was of the Catholic faith and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Samuel Wolfe and Norma Jean Sluss Scott. She is survived by two daughters, Michelle Rose and fiancée Pete...
Stephen Palwin Rowland
May 29, 2015
Glade Spring, VA Stephen Palwin Rowland, age 63, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, May 29, 2015, at Wake Health Comprehensive Cancer Center in Winston Salem, NC. Steve was born and raised in Johnson City, TN. He was a Graduate of Science Hill High where he was a star athlete and later attended ETSU on a football...
Nancy Kathryn Camicia
May 28, 2015
Abingdon, VA Nancy Kathryn Camicia, age 93, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2015, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Hospital. A native of Okolona, Mississippi, Nancy had lived in Abingdon since 1967. She was an accomplished artist and was a founding member of the Arts Depot in Abingdon. Nancy was also active on the Board of the Virginia Highlands Festival, serving...
Samual Bachman Howard
May 26, 2015
Atlanta, GA Samuel Bachman Howard, age 86, of Atlanta, passed away Tuesday May 26, 2015. A native of Kingsport, TN, he was a Korean War Veteran. He graduated with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech in 1956. Throughout his work career he was employed by Lockheed Aircraft, General Motors, Coca Cola and his own company, Fleet Distribution Inc.,...
Steven Dale Bowers
May 23, 2015
Dateline: Myrtle Beach, SC- Steven Dale Bowers, age 54, entered the Heavens on Saturday, May 23, 2015 after a long battled illness. Steve was born in Bristol, TN on March 28, 1961 and was raised in the Bristol Area. He attended John S. Battle High School and was a member of the Scenic Park Baptist Church. He was baptized in...
Shirley Temple Ramey Owens
May 21, 2015
Abingdon, VA – Shirley Temple Ramey Owens, age 79, passed away at her home on Thursday, May 21, 2015. She was born to the late Clarence Ramey and Estel Willis Ramey on January 7, 1936. Shirley worked in the nursing profession for a total of 50 years and was of the Methodist faith. She will always be remembered for her...
Timothy Edward Campbell
May 19, 2015
Meadowview, VA- Timothy Edward Campbell, age 58, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at his home with his loving wife and son by his side. He was born to the late Thomas Campbell and Geneva June Holmes Campbell on May 16, 1957 in Saltville, VA. Tim worked in manufacturing at Westinghouse in Bristol for over 20 years and most...
Mary Estelle Robinson Booth
May 16, 2015
Abingdon, VA – Mary Estelle Robinson Booth, age 99, passed on Saturday, May 16, 2015, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. Mary was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church and loved quilting and raising flowers. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arch and Blanche Jamison Robinson; husband, Lowry Booth; son, David Leo Booth; one brother, three sisters, and two...
Wilma Jean Oliver Wyatt
May 13, 2015
Glade Spring, VA – Wilma Jean Oliver Wyatt, age 89, peacefully went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. Wilma was a life-long resident of Washington County and a member of High Point Baptist Church. She was a Godly woman and Bible scholar whose love of God and undying faith was evident to...
Skyler Diesel Henderson
May 12, 2015
Meadowview, VA- Baby Skyler Diesel Henderson was born and passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was born to James Whitlee “Jamie” Henderson and Candy Sue Barlow. In addition to his parents, Skyler is also survived by his paternal grandparents, Joy and Brenda Henderson of Abingdon; maternal grandparents, Hugh Barlow of Glade Spring and Christina...
Grace McCray Facello
May 11, 2015
Wilmington, NC - Grace Elizabeth Swetnam Facello, 77, formerly of Roderfield, WV, passed away on May 11, 2015 after suffering from Alzeheimer’s Disease for several years. Grace was born in Roderfield, WV the daughter of the late Herbert and Edith Akers Swetnam. She is survived by her husband Bill (Sarge) Facello; her four stepchildren, Dee Menzer of Oklahoma, Mike Facello...
Betty Lou Buttrey
May 6, 2015
Bristol, VA – Betty Lou Alexander Buttrey, age 81, passed on Wednesday, May 06, 2015, at Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie, VA. Betty was a seamstress for many years and later made many friends while selling furniture at the Southwest Virginia Tobacco Warehouse. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ballard and Janie Kathleen Fogleman Alexander; husband, Joe...
Dennis R. Clark
Apr 30, 2015
Meadowview, VA- Dennis Ray Clark, age 57, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was born in Russell County, VA on September 2, 1957 the first of seven children born to Buster Clark and Betty Alexander Clark. He was preceded in death by his sister, Sharon Marshall; brother, Gary Clark; and...
James Calvin Norris, Jr.
Apr 25, 2015
Abingdon, VA- James Calvin “J.C.” Norris, Jr., age 63, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy having served a tour of duty in Vietnam and was retired from Kennametal of Chilhowie, VA. J.C. was preceded in death by his parents, James...
Dorothy Grace Cole
Apr 23, 2015
Meadowview, Va. – Dorothy Helton Grace Cole, age 90,died in Abingdon, Va. Thursday, April 23, 2015. A lifelong resident of Washington County, she was a member of the Yellow Springs Demonstration Club and the Abingdon Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, V.L. Helton and Eula Music Helton; first husband, Kenneth L. Grace; and second husband,...
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