Local obituaries for the Gate City, Virginia area
James Eugene "Jimmy" Jessee
Oct 23, 2024
James Eugene “Jimmy” Jessee, age 64, of Duffield, VA, went to his heavenly home October 23, 2024.
Jimmy was born on August 21, 1960, to the late Esta Mae Jessee. He loved working on cars, spending time with his loved ones, and helping Sunbright Towing Service until his health declined, and he was unable to do so.
Anyone who knew Jimmy knew...
Debra Ann Roberts
Oct 23, 2024
Debra Ann Roberts Weber City, VA
Debra Ann Roberts, 64, Weber City, VA passed away, Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at NOVA Health and Rehab, Weber City, VA.
Debra was born in Ft. Blackmore, VA on May 28, 1960, and was the daughter of Annie (Perry) Overbay and the late Keith Overbay.
In addition to her father, her husband, Randy Roberts, son, Randy Travis...
Diane Marie Augustine-Grau
Oct 18, 2024
Diane Marie Augustine-Grau
Diane Marie Augustine-Grau, 73, passed away, Friday, October 18, 2024, at Lee Health and Rehab.
Diane was born in Niles, Michigan, and was the daughter of the late Max and Hazel (Stickwood) Augustine.
She had a love for art and animals, evidenced by her designing her home as an expression of both.
In addition to her parents, her daughter, Amanda Kay...
Helen Louise Bowen
Oct 17, 2024
Helen Louise Bowen – Speers Ferry, VA
Helen Louise Bowen, 87, Speers Ferry, VA passed away, Thursday, October `17, 2024 after an extended illness.
Born May 30, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Virgie (Manis) Miller.
Helen was a beacon of love and faith throughout her life. Together with her late husband, Cecil “Johnny” Bowen, they successfully ran Bowen’s...
Ramona S Miller
Oct 15, 2024
Ramona Miller, 83, died on October 15, 2024.
She was born on June 26, 1941, daughter of Nell and J. Fred Miller.
In addition to her mother and father, Ramona was predeceased by her brother Raymond Miller, sister-in-law Sandie Miller, and nephew Stacy Miller.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Kara and Michael Bestler, grandchildren Wade, Abigail (Elijah), and Caroline, son...
Cathy Jean Baldwin
Oct 15, 2024
Cathy Jean Baldwin, age 69, Gate City, VA, peacefully passed away, Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Cathy was a very talented and avid quilter who had created hundreds of projects over the years for so many of her family and friends.
Cathy was born on January 3, 1955, in Kingsport, TN, and...
Lawton Ryland Frazier
Oct 13, 2024
Lawton Ryland Frazier – Fort Blackmore, VA
Lawton R. Frazier, 89, Fort Blackmore, VA entered into rest, Sunday, October 13, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Lawton was born in Scott County, VA on September 9, 1935, to the late William Caner and Sad Frazier.
In addition to his parents, his loving wife, Gracie Frazier, 3 sisters, Alice Darnell, Polly...
Curtis Ray Reed
Oct 11, 2024
Curtis Ray Reed, born March 18, 1937, passed away October 11, 2024. He was a wonderful husband and loving father.
Curtis served in the U.S. Army for 3 years followed by 4 years in the National Guard. He was a skilled carpenter and a knowledgeable supervisor over many major projects.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Clifton Reed of...
Annie Lou Gibson
Oct 9, 2024
Annie Lou Gibson- Ft. Blackmore, VA
Annie Lou Gibson, 77, Ft. Blackmore, VA, passed away, Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Johnson City Medical Center.
Annie was born on December 11, 1946, in Scott County, VA, to the late Johnny Floyd Lane, and Margaret (Baldwin) Lane.
Annie was a member of Alley Valley Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, her sons, Michael Hunley, Ricky...
James (Dob) Garland Williams
Oct 8, 2024
James (Dob) Garland Williams- Weber City, VA
James (Dob) “Garland” Williams, 75, Weber City, VA, passed away, Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Johnson City Medical Center with his loving family by his side.
Garland was born in Scott County, VA, on December 28, 1948, to the late James Kermit Williams, and Lillie (Sloan) Williams.
In addition to his parents, his brothers, Mack, Jerry,...
Daniel (Dougar) Hensley
Oct 7, 2024
Daniel (Dougar) Hensley – Gate City, VA
Daniel (Dougar) Hensley, 68, Gate City, VA passed away Monday, October 7, 2024, at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center surrounded by his loving family members.
Daniel was born in Scott County, VA on April 23, 1956, and was the son of the late Oscar and Ellen (Winstead) Hensley.
Surviving is his daughter, Sheena Hensley Flanary and...
Bobby Joe George
Oct 1, 2024
Bobby J. George, 86, Gate City, VA, went to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Bobby was born on March 16, 1938, in Scott County, VA, to the late Herbert and Una George.
Bobby was a deacon of First Baptist Church of Gate City and later was a founding member and deacon of Community Fellowship...
Delma Mae Casteel
Sep 30, 2024
Delma Mae Casteel – Weber City, VA
Delma Mae (Hall) Casteel, 90, Weber City, VA passed away, Monday, September 30, 2024, at NOVA Health and Rehab, Weber City, VA.
Delma was born in Scott County, VA on December 13, 1933, and was the daughter of the late George and Margie (Howington) Hall.
She was one of Jehovah's Witnesses.
In addition to her parents, her...
Luther Hiram Minor, Sr.
Sep 29, 2024
Luther Hiram Minor, Sr.- Duffield, VA
Luther Hiram Minor, Sr., 84, Duffield, VA, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Luther was born in Wise County, VA, on March 21, 1940, to the late Hiram M. Minor, and Bessie L. (Blevins) Minor.
He was a proud veteran of the United States Army.
Luther was good man, a loving husband, and...
Bobbie Jean (Dockery) Byington
Sep 24, 2024
Bobbie Jean (Dockery) Byington- Coeburn, V A
Bobbie Jean (Dockery) Byington, 77, Coeburn, VA, passed away, Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Bobbie was born in Scott County, VA, on February 7, 1947, to the late Arney C. Dockery, and Cordelia (Kimber) Dockery.
In addition to her parents, her brothers, Ray Dockery (Reggie), Gale Earnest Dockery (Barbara), Glen (Alma) Dockery;...
Hughie Marvin Broadwater
Sep 20, 2024
Hughie Marvin Broadwater- Gate City, VA
Hughie Marvin Broadwater, 71, Gate City, VA, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Hughie was born in Kingsport, TN, on March 3, 1953, to the late Hughie “Hoot” Broadwater, and Mary Alice (Haga) Broadwater.
His parents, Hughie and Mary Alice precede him in death.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Karen...
Cecil Hale Rhoton
Sep 20, 2024
Cecil Hale Rhoton- Gate City, VA
Cecil Hale Rhoton, 85, Gate City, VA, passed away, Friday, September 20, 2024, at his residence.
Cecil was born on February 8, 1939, in Kingsport, TN, to the late Edgar Rhoton, and Luna Belle (Hatfield) Rhoton.
In addition to his parents, his wife, Cheryl Rhoton; sisters, Lorraine Harris, and Pauline Wilson; and brothers, George Rhoton, Edgar Rhoton,...
Sam P Hurd
Sep 16, 2024
Samuel Grover Hurd (1950 – 2024)
Sam “P” Hurd, 74, of Kingsport, Tennessee died at home on September 16, 2024 following a lengthy illness. He was born in Lebanon, Virginia in 1950 to the late John and Marie (Meade) Hurd. He graduated from Castlewood High School before going to work at Eastman Chemical Company. He worked there for 34 years before...
Ben Junior Hammonds
Sep 15, 2024
Ben Junior Hammonds – Gate City, VA
Ben Junior Hammonds, 92, Gate City, VA passed Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the residence of his loving daughter Lisa, with whom he had lived for the past 2 ½ months, surrounded by his loving family.
Ben was born in Scott County, VA on December 31, 1931, to the late Newt and Virgie Hammonds.
Ben Jr....
Charles L. Gillenwater
Sep 13, 2024
Charles L. Gillenwater – Gate City, VA
Charles L. Gillenwater, 89, formerly of Fort Blackmore, VA passed away peacefully on Friday, September 13, 2024, in Kingsport, TN.
Charles was born in Fort Blackmore, VA on June 1, 1935, and was the son of the late Wise Wesley “Jake” and Monnie Edna (Lane) Gillenwater.
In addition to his parents, his brothers, Edward Gillenwater and...
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