Obituaries

Mar 12, 2025

Gary Wayne O’Neal at 72 passed away peacefully on March 12,2025 at Franklin Health & Rehab.He was born February 26,1953 in Franklin County. Wayne graduated from Franklin County High School in 1972.. Wayne enjoyed working on cars, fishing, hunting,his speciality was car detailing (if those wheels didn’t shine that car wasn’t clean), Dad was a jack of all trades. Wayne...

Feb 24, 2025

Juanita Virginia Mack

July 24, 1946 - February 24, 2025

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Juanita Virginia Mack, who departed peacefully on February 24, 2025. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness, love for Christ, and generous spirit.

 Juanita was born on July 24,...

Feb 10, 2025

The all mighty God, graciously took James Smith’s hand and said your heavy burdens and sickness are made whole on Monday, February 10, 2025. James Smith (warmly known as Sonny or Rudolph) transitioned from his earthly home. Sonny was born in Rocky Mount, Virginia, on January 8th, 1953, to Marie L. Smith and Rudolph Wilson (Jack) Trotter. Sonny was raised...

Jan 28, 2025

Gwyndolyn Mae Grant known as “Bonnie” departed this life on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Sovah Health in Martinsville, VA. She was born on December 11, 1943, in Martinsville VA to the late Tommie Joe Burnette and Jessie Mae Burnette. She graduated from Albert Harris in 1963, where she was a part of the softball team. Bonnie worked as a...

Jan 10, 2025

On January 10, 2025 Clarke L. Campbell-loving known as "Gabel" peacefully completed his life journey at the Rocky Mount Health Rehabilitation Facility in Rocky Mount, Virginia,

Clarke was born September 28, 1951 in Pittsylvania County, Va, to the late Geraldine "Odell" Campbell - Palmer and step-father James B. Palmer.

Clarke joined Greater Mount Parrish at an early. He was a hard working man that enjoyed gardening, raising...

Dec 31, 2024

Scharles Maxwell Tolliver, 54 of Penhook, Virginia Sunrise January 9, 1970 Brooklyn, New York. Sunset December 31, 2024 Rocky Mount Health & Rehab Rocky Mount, Virginia. Parents Nathaniel Maxwell, Jr and Jewell Patterson Maxwell.

Her greatest joys were time spent with her two sons along with her family and friends. She could be found shopping at her favorite store, sitting on...

Dec 21, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. James C. Williams, 88, of Rocky Mount, VA, formerly of Clinton, NC on December 21, 2024, at his residence.

A viewing will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 12 noon – 7:00 pm at Stanfield Mortuary 2491 South Main Street, Rocky Mt., Virginia 24151.

A graveside service will...

Dec 15, 2024

Una May McLeod, born on November 21, 1936, in Cambridge, St. James, Jamaica, passed away on December 15, 2024, at the age of 88, and is now resting in Christ, free from pain and at peace.

Ms. Una loved company, making delicious meals for friends and family, music, and most of all, God.  

She will be missed by her children: Norman, Joshua,...

Dec 7, 2024

Thelmon Douglas Witcher, 98, was born on July 31, 1926 to the late Elijah and Exie Witcher in Penhook, Virginia. He served his country in the United States Army in 1946 and honorably fought during world War II. 

After the military Thelmon held various positions, worked for Roy Stones and Virginia Carolina Trucking Company for 20 years, and retired from the Virginia Department of Transportation.

 He...

Nov 19, 2024

Ralph Jones was born on March 26, 1939, in Coldwater, MS, to the late Earl Ross and the late Verline Jones Leverson. He departed this life on November 19, 2024, at 4:34 AM at Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital in Dearborn, MI. He accepted Christ at an early age at East Antioch Baptist Church in Coldwater, MS.

 

Ralph lived a long and...

Nov 4, 2024

Wyneater Ross Dodson, 72, of Martinsville, Virginia, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. She was born on January 26, 1952 in Bassett, Virginia, to the late Posey Ross and Mayomie Ross. 

In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by her sisters, Mary Geraldine Dodson, Goldie Doretha Walker, Ocie Ross and Flora Craighead; brothers, Thomas V. Ross, Jesse Ross,...

Nov 2, 2024

Charles Andrew Switzer JR (Andy) passed away on November 2nd 2024. 

Charles Switzer JR was born on October 24th 1965 in Madison Heights, Virginia. 

He graduated from Staunton River High School in 1985. He was passionate about his music and loved to play any time he got the chance and even started playing for his church. He was known as a hard worker...

Oct 25, 2024

Oct 14, 2024

On early Monday morning, October 14, 2024, Wilford Aubrey (Bruce) Belcher was called home to be with his Heavenly Father.

Bruce was born on July 2, 1961 in Rocky Mount, Va. to his parents the late Johnny W. Belcher and the late Yvonne W. Dennis. He was 1 of 18 children. 

At the age of 9 Bruce was baptized and was a member at...

Oct 4, 2024

Oct 2, 2024

Mozelle Alice Witcher was born on January 5, 1921, to 

the union of the late Elijah and Exie Witcher in Penhook, Virginia. 

Mozelle received her education in the Franklin County Public 

Schools. She professed her faith in Christ and joined Greater Mt. 

Parrish Missionary Baptist Church in Penhook, Virginia at an early 

age. She remained a faithful and dedicated member until her health 

declined, participating in...

Sep 30, 2024

Michael Lumsden Smith, Sr., 76, of Patterson Avenue, Rocky Mount, Virginia, departed this life on Monday, September 30, 2024, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia. He was born on July 20, 1948 in Rocky Mount, Virginia to the late William and Lula Smith. Michael was the eldest of 11 children and took his role of big brother to...

Sep 24, 2024

Sep 18, 2024

On Wednesday evening, September 18, 2024, Quintin McJaron Mitchell departed his earthly body to be present with the Lord.

He was born September 12, 1989 in the Star City of Roanoke, Virginia to his parents David Jerome Mitchell and the late Polly Ann Martin Mitchell, and was their only child.     Quintin attended public schools in Franklin County, receiving his diploma...

Sep 12, 2024

Edith Helms was called home on September 12, 2024. Edith Marie Helms was born on September 9th, 1942, to Gladys Campbell minor and Fred Douglas Minor Sr.

She went to Roanoke public schools. She got her GED from the Franklin center in March of 2010. She attended Sweet Union Baptist Church with her mother, brothers, and sisters.

She was married to Jewel...