Obituaries

CHRISTIANSBURG [mdash] Lieutenant Commander William Ray Aliff, United States Navy (Retired), passed away peacefully at his home in Christiansburg, VA, on July 14, 2026, at the age of 90.
He was born on March 29, 1936, in Rocky Gap, VA, to the late Oady Lafayette Aliff and Esther Concannon Aliff.
He is survived...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia J. Anziulewicz, age 88, of Moneta, Virginia, who passed away on Tuesday, December 23, at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital following a long period of declining health.
Patricia was born on December 28, 1936, in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, to the late...

Norma Gail Ball, 70, of Bluefield, WV, went to her heavenly home on Monday, December 8, 2025 at PCH.
Born February 26, 1955 in Welch, WV, Norma was a daughter of the late Lawrence "Slim" and Bessie Graham Mitchem.
Gail was a great mother and grandmother. She was God fearing and loving friend.
In addition to...

COL (Ret.) Anderson Lafayette "Andy" Barnette, 93, of Princeton, WV, departed this life on Monday, December 15, 2025, went home to be with his Heavenly Father forever.
He was born in Kimball, WV, on August 23, 1932, to the late Hugh P. and Mabel Lucy Barnette.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Troy Bartley of N Tazewell, VA. Troy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and minister. He died on December 19, 2025 at the age of 87. Troy was proceeded in death by his parents, Ralph and Verda Bartley of New Brunswick, Canada, his sister...

Patricia Lucille Bell (née Richardson), born November 5, 1942, in Carswell Hollow, WV, passed away on December 9, 2025, in Winchester, VA. Patricia was a longtime resident of Winchester and was known for her devotion to her family, her passion for researching genealogy, and her love of collecting treasures from...

Ronald Eugene (Ronnie) Blankenship, 74 of Princeton, WV, born November 8, 1950, in Princeton, WV, went home to the Lord on Sunday, October 12, 2025, while surrounded by his loved ones. He was a loving father and devoted his time and talents to his children including coaching his son's soccer team, being undefeated...

Betty Louise Taylor Blevins of Princeton, WV departed this world on Friday,
March 20, 2026 and entered into her eternal home in glory, serenaded by
angels up to the throne. When God created her, He broke the mold because He
wanted only one of her. She was loving, kind, patient, and most of all she
knew how to pray....

Jerry Wayne Bowles of Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at his home on March 3, 2026, at the age of 78.

Jerry was born on September 3, 1947, in Bluefield, West Virginia, to the late William Hannon Bowles and Lena Marie Bowles. He grew up in Bluefield, Virginia and graduated from Graham High...

James "Jim" Bradley Boyd, passed from this life to meet his Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Jim was born in Raven, Virginia, on December 4, 1932, to Den Cook Boyd and Maude Reynolds Boyd. Jim was a 1950 graduate of Richlands High School and a 1956 graduate of Virginia Tech. He later earned an MBA from Averett...

Rachel Justus Broyles, formerly of Chicago, IL, presently has resided in Princeton, WV, due to illness, passed on to be with loved ones and God on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Justus of Hurley, VA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Keith David Buchanan, 69, of Bluefield, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on October 13, 2025. Born on February 28, 1956, Keith was an avid golfer and a proud member of Graham High School's first golf team. He graduated from Graham High School and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)....

With deep sadness but steadfast faith, we announce that Clifton Carl Burnette, belove husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 24, 2026.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Ebenezer United Methodist Church in...

James Ervin Cahill, 93, of Princeton, passed away early Tuesday, December 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born February 28, 1932, in Princeton, he was the son of the late William Loy and Bertha Lockhart Cahill.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his siblings William...

Jane Walters Caldwell, departed this life peacefully in Bedford, VA, on January 3, 2026. She was 94.
Jane was born on August 7, 1931, in Premier, West Virginia. The daughter of a coal miner, she was raised in a coal camp for the majority of the Great Depression.
She lived as one half of a 7-decade,...

Peggy Sue Carr, age 74 of the Tip Top section of North Tazewell, VA, passed away peacefully September 25, 2025 in Tazewell, Virginia with her loving husband by her side.
Born May 14, 1951, she was a daughter of the late Melvin Baker and Ludie Keith Baker.
Peggy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great...

Gary "Gee" Lee Carter passed peacefully on March 7, 2026, at the age of 86.
Born April 1, 1939, in Bluefield, Virginia, Gary was the son of James and Ruby Carter and grew up on a dairy farm. He was a graduate of the Graham High School Class of 1957 and remained a lifelong loyal G-Man.
On June 10, 1958, he married...

Jacqueline Mary Frances Anderson Cecil, age 101, of Springfield, OH, formerly of Tazewell, VA, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2026. She was born June 5, 1925, to the late Bennie Anderson and Cordi Gammon Anderson.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 PM, Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Peery & St. Clair...

Dr. Edward Yong Kwon Chun was born in the Republic of Korea.. He graduated from medical school in Pusan, South Korea, then immigrated to the United States in 1971. He lived in Bluefield, Virginia from 1981 until his retirement. He retired to Gang Neung, South Korea, where he lived until 2022 when he suffered a...

Mrs. Geneva Lois Hollandsworth Clyburn went from grace to glory on July 8, 2026. She was born at home on a cold wintery December 22, 1932 in the small railroad town of Oakvale, Mercer County, WV, the only child of Reverend Lonnie M. and Topsy K. Harry Hollandsworth.

She grew up in a loving, happy home. Her parents...

Judith Dean Simpkins Compton 87 of Hunter Park, Princeton died Saturday, November 15, 2025, at her residence.
Born March 9, 1938, in Coburn, VA, Judith (Judi) was the daughter of the late Bill and Kate Sturgill Simpkins. Her family moved to Princeton in 1941, relocated to Portsmouth, Virginia during WWII then...