Obituaries

Sep 6, 2024

Aug 14, 2024

OBITUARY

Beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend

On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, God in his infinite wisdom saw fit to call Molly Rachelle Hughes Alcorn from her earthly home to her heavenly home. She was born in Franklin County on January 27, 1964 to the late Rosie Ann Mattox Hughes and James Hughes. Preceded in death by sisters Brenda Michelle Hughes Lumpkins...

Jul 23, 2024

Hilda “Henrietta” (Keys) Gibson was born April 5, 1927 and entered into God’s presence on July 27, 2024. She was born to Granville and Geraldine Keys of Ferrum, Va. The family finds peace in knowing that their loved one is now with the Lord and enjoying a great family reunion. She loved the Lord, her family and her work. 

Henrietta accepted...

Jul 20, 2024

Andrew Russell McEnhimer Jr., 72, of Chesterfield, Virginia passed away on July 20, 2024.

He was born in Rocky Mount, VA in 1951 to the late Andrew Russell Sr. and the late Lucille McEnhimer. Andrew attended school at Gap Branch School, Truevine Elementary, Lee M. Waid School, and Franklin County High School before studying finance at Hampton Institute (Hampton University) where...

Jul 17, 2024

July 17, 2024, the gates of heaven opened as Karl Evans Smith peacefully returned home to the Lord. He was born on September 7, 1945, in Plainfield, New Jersey, to the late MSG. Marshall G. and Nora Lee Vance Smith, Karl was the eldest of six children. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Smith, one sister, Vann...

Jul 9, 2024

To be posted soon

Jun 4, 2024

Obituary

On June 4, 2024 the windows of Heaven opened up and Matilda Arnelia Penn went home to live with lord. She was born December 3, 1964 to Lawrence A. Penn, Sr. and Myrtle Young Penn,

Matilda graduated from John Tyler University School of Mortuary where she became a licensed Mortician. Her education also included certification as a Massage Therapist. She was...

Jun 4, 2024

Yes, we are fully confident, and we would rather be away from these earthly bodies, for then we will be at home with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5:8 NLTIn his timing, God decided to take Mary Francoise Mattox from her earthly body into his presence Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Though she has left this earthly body she is rejoicing in...

May 3, 2024

Floyd Earley Hughes born on July 15, 1963 to the late John C. and Fairy Flood Hughes, gained his heavenly wings on Friday, May 3, 2024.  He was  preceded in death by his sister, Gaye Hughes.Floyd was educated in Franklin County, Rocky Mount, VA. Floyd was a loyal and faithful member of New Design United Pentecostal Association Church until his health...

Apr 14, 2024

~Obituary~

On Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the age of 40, Crystal Gail Taylor departed this earthly life.  Crystal was born on Valentine's Day, February 14, 1984, to Herman Randall and Phyllis Childress. She was preceded in death by her twin sister Christina Childress, and both grandmothers Rachel Brown, and Joyce M. Childress.

Crystal accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at...

Apr 12, 2024

Elmer Wayne Tyree, 82, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, April 12, 2024. Born on March 9, 1942, in Rocky Mount, he was a man of deep conviction and passion who dedicated his life to the service of others.For over four decades, Elmer worked tirelessly for the New York State Social Services Department, earning the respect and admiration...

Apr 6, 2024

Obituary 

 Mrs. LaTonya Ann Crider

Early Saturday morning, April 6, 2024, God dispatched an angel to bring his beloved daughter, LaTonya Ann Crider, to eternal rest. Upon hearing the call, even though she knew what she was leaving behind, “Tonya” as she was lovingly called departed this life at Roanoke Memorial Hospital and answered the call of God.

Tonya was born on April...

Feb 26, 2024

Douglas Lashon Penn, 37 passed away on Monday February 26th at his home. Born January 6th, 1987, he was the son of Matilda Penn of Fieldale and Marvin (Michelle) Hairston of Ferrum.    In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiance Latoya Woods of the home, daughter Ayanna Dashon Penn; sisters Shannon Hairston of Martinsville , Va...

Feb 24, 2024

OBITUARY

 

On Saturday, February 24, 2024, Viola Hughes received the call from our heavenly father to rest from labor and to receive her reward.

Viola was born on February 12, 1937, to the late Phil Thomas and Ora Lee Hughes in Rocky Mount, Virginia.  

Viola attended school in Franklin County, Virginia.  She dedicated over 35 years of her life to JD Bassett...

Feb 23, 2024

With great sadness we announce the passing of our husband, father, uncle, cousin, grandfather, great grandfather and dear friend,  Paul Joseph Zebrowski on February 23, 2024. 

Paul was born December 6, 1944 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Brauneslau J. (Barney) Zebrowski and Marian (nee Zaller) Zebrowski Voelker.   He was the youngest of his beloved siblings who preceded him in...

Feb 19, 2024

OBITUARY

Blessed be God,even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,the

Father of mercies,and the God of all comfort.

Who comforted us in all our tribulation,

that we may be able to comfort them

which are in any trouble,by the comfort

where with we ourselves are comforted of God.      

                             ...

Feb 18, 2024

On Sunday, February 18, 2024 at Rocky Mount Rehabilitation Center in Rocky Mount, VA, our Heavenly Father called William Oliver Wendel Helm, Jr. home to Glory.   He was born on October 7, 1937 in Bassett, VA  to W. Oliver and Ethel Menefee Helm.  After graduating from Franklin County Training School in Rocky Mount, VA, he attended North Carolina A...

Feb 18, 2024

Feb 11, 2024

Obituary

 

On Sunday, February 11, 2024 God sent his angel of mercy to bring to his heavenly home Melvin Douglas (Buddy) Witcher.  He was born in Franklin County, Virginia on August 10, 1941 to Connie and Mozelle Witcher.

 

Buddy was preceded in death by his father Connie Witcher, two brothers, Otis Witcher and Jackie Witcher.

 

Melvin, Flats, Musrat, Buddy, the many names he...

Feb 6, 2024

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Tammy Brandon on February 6, 2024. Born on January 30, 1989, Tammy lived a vibrant life, characterized by unflinching love and care for others. Her radiant spirit and loving heart left a lasting impact on everyone she met.

Tammy was a hero in the truest sense of the word — a hero to...