OBITUARIES

Mar 6, 2021

Edith Mae Fleisher 86, of Franklin, WV, passed away, Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Grant Rehabilitation and Care Center, where she had been a resident.

She was born in Blue Grass, Va. on March 14, 1934, a daughter of the late Lucinda Jane (Hedrick) and William Garnet Waybright. On July 30, 1955 she married Emory Dean Fleisher,...

Mar 3, 2021

Robert “Bob” Eugene Whitelaw, 86, of Monterey, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2021 at Bath Community Hospital.

He was born October 26, 1934 in Hot Springs, a son of the late Eugene Kramer and Ruby Frances (Smith) Whitelaw.

A veteran of the United States Army, Bob was drafted into service and had been stationed in...

Feb 25, 2021

Clellon Clay “Hoppie” Hise, 85, of Bartow, WV passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 at his home.

He was born in Hightown, Va., on April 18, 1935, a son of the late Viola (Washburn) and Clay Andrew Hise.

A heavy equipment operator, Hoppie moved his family from Arbovale to the Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Maryland area...

Feb 22, 2021

Irene Corbett McAllister, 97, widow of William T. McAllister, of Roanoke, formerly of Mustoe passed away, Monday, February 22, 2021 at her home.

Mrs. McAllister was born January 29, 1924 in Mustoe, a daughter of the late Janet Lillian (Gutshall) and Russell Glenn Corbett Sr.

A devout Christian, Mrs. McAllister was a member of Victory...

Feb 19, 2021

BLUE GRASS — Christopher John Royal, 59, passed away suddenly on Feb 19, 2021, at his favorite place in the world, the family farmhouse in Blue Grass.

His passing has caused his family and friends to reflect on his wonderful spirit and his boundless kindness and generosity. Chris was an artist, entrepreneur, adventurer, chef, volunteer, author, vintage...

Feb 10, 2021

Vernon “Harold” Newman, 89, of Blue Grass passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at his home.

He was born in Blue Grass on June 16, 1931, a son of the late Marie (Hammer) and Walter Vernon Newman.

Following graduation from Blue Grass High School, Harold, served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War as...

Feb 7, 2021

Patsy Lou Malcolm, formally known as Patsy Lou Puffenbarger, 73, of Churchville, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021 at her home.

She was born October 1, 1947 in Cherry Grove, WV, a daughter of the late Hazel Bell (Arbogast) and Olen Faircloth Malcolm.

Ms. Malcolm was a homemaker who very much enjoyed her family, especially...

Feb 7, 2021

David “ Pee-Wee” Wayne Botkin, 60, widower of Kelly (Siron) Botkin of Monterey, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021 at his home.

Born in Staunton, July 2, 1960, he was a son of the late Randolph Lewis and Susie Adeline (Simmons) Botkin.

Known for his entrepreneurial endeavors and work ethic, David was the former co-owner...

Feb 3, 2021

Thomas John Kirchner, 80, of Hot Springs, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Bath Community Hospital.

He was born October 11, 1940 in Brooklyn, New York, a son of the late Marjorie (Rowan) and Walter Kirchner.

Tom was a member of Warm Springs Presbyterian Church and formerly attended Mass at Holy Cross Catholic Church,...

Jan 31, 2021

Willow Grace Roberts, infant daughter of Tiffany Nicole Hosey, gained her angel wings on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Bath Community Hospital.

She was born October 19, 2020 at Lewis-Gale Hospital in Salem.

In her short life, Willow, a sweet heart, filled her family’s hearts with joy and love and will be forever cherished and...

Jan 17, 2021

Timothy “Scott” Arbogast, 50, of Staunton, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021 at his home surrounded by loved ones.

He was born October 19, 1970 in Staunton, a son of Phyllis Ann (Waybright) and Ralph Edward Arbogast of Staunton. On July 27, 1996, he married Pamela Elaine Moats.

A 1989 graduate of Highland High School,...

Jan 15, 2021

Eva “Louise” Helmick, 90, formerly of Monterey passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at Pendleton Manor in Franklin, WV.

Mrs. Helmick was born December 27, 1930 in Sugar Grove, WV, the daughter of Leafy Florence (Simmons) and Clement Simmons. On June 22, 1946 she married Elmer Lee Helmick and together had two daughters.

A woman...

Jan 14, 2021

CHANGE OF VENUE ANNOUNCED

Memorial Service will take place at the Stonewall Ruritan building in McDowell, Virginia.

Alvin Dwayne Harkleroad, 84 of McDowell peacefully transitioned from his earthly home in Virginia to his heavenly eternal home on January 14, 2021. At the time of his passing he was lovingly...

Jan 14, 2021

Katherine “Kathy” Ellen Gibson, 56, of Bridgewater and formerly of Highland County, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Sentara RMH Medical Center due to complications from COVID-19.

She was born April 30, 1964 in Baltimore, Md., a daughter of the late Reverend Richard and Gertrude Louise (Judy) Gibson.

A loving and caring person, Kathy...

Jan 9, 2021

Phyllis Marceline (Mitchell) Crigler, 92, of Charlotte, N.C., passed away January 9, 2021 at Charlotte Square assisted living.

She was born June 24, 1928 in Highland County, Va., a daughter of the late Mary Bryd (Ervine) and Joseph Loy Mitchell.

A quiet, caring and listening woman, Mrs. Crigler was raised in the mountains of West...

Jan 8, 2021

Stephen Roy Johnson, 63, of Pella, Iowa, died peacefully on January 8, 2021 at his home.

He was born November 4, 1957 in Richmond, a son of Ellen (Stephenson) Johnson and the late Roy Ernest Johnson.

Stephen earned an Associate of Science degree from Chowan College in 1979, a Bachelor of Science from Virginia Commonwealth...

Dec 26, 2020

Ellis Darwin King, 90, of Salem and formerly of Highland County passed away Saturday, December 26, 2020 at Virginia Veterans Care Center.  He was born March 29, 1930, a son of the late Martin Ellis King and Grace Emile (Page) King.

Following his graduation from Monterey High School, Darwin enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served aboard the...

Dec 23, 2020

Roger Lee Moats, 72, husband of Sarah Lynn (Moyers) Moats of Verona, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at his home.

He was born March 21, 1948 at King’s Daughters Hospital in Staunton, a son of the late James Floyd and Mabel (Varner) Moats.

Following graduation from Highland High School,...