Obituaries

Sep 4, 2025

James "Jim" Southgate Combs age 74 went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September the 4th. Jim was a kind person who would give anyone the shirt off of his back. It could be said that he showed his love by giving others a hard time. Jim was member of Bethel Church.

Jim is preceded in...

Sep 2, 2025

Richard "Dick" Crusenberry, of Pennington Gap, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on September 2, 2025.

Dick was born on December 6, 1946 in Pennington Gap, VA, to the late Ruben and Hazel Alsup Crusenberry. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Dick worked as a miner operator for 25 years, and on...

Aug 31, 2025

Demie Lou Olinger age 55 of the Big Hill community, gained her heavenly wings on Aug. 31, 2025 at Bristol Regional Medical Center with her sister by her side. She was of Baptist faith. She loved talking about her heavenly father and listening to gospel music. She enjoyed watching older movies and she was a big fan of the...

Aug 29, 2025

Betty E. Cowden, age 82, of Pennington Gap, VA went to be with the Lord Friday evening, August 29, 2025 while at the Norton Community Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

She was born August 12, 1943 in Floyd County, Virginia a daughter of the late Versie Aldridge Mitchell. She was of the Baptist faith.

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Aug 28, 2025

Carolyn Kay Robbins, 82, of the Robbins Chapel Community, entered into eternal rest on August 28, 2025, at her home after an illness.

Born in Lee County, VA, she was a daughter of the late Wilbur and Loda Hughes Martin and was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Dan Robbins.

Also preceding her in...

Aug 27, 2025

Vivian "Celesta" Hensley, 89, of Hubbard Springs, Virginia, peacefully made her journey to her Heavenly home on August 27, 2025, at Lee Nursing and Rehabilitation in Pennington Gap, Virginia.

Born to the late Robert and Nora Bays on March 10, 1936, in the small community of Hubbard Springs, Celesta lived a life full of love, faith, and...

Aug 26, 2025

Rebecca Sue Pleasant, 75, passed away on August 25, 2025 at Lee County Community Hospital.

Rebecca was born on October 26, 1949 to the late Burley and Ruby Harris in Lee County, Virginia.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Edward Pleasant Sr.; a son, Edward Pleasant Jr.

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Aug 25, 2025

Steven Charles Bailey, 63, passed away on August 25, 2025 at his home in Jonesville, Virginia.

Steven was born on December 19, 1961 to Charles and Ruth Bailey in Dayton, Ohio. He was the owner operator of TB trucking. Steven also proudly served in the U.S. Air Force.

Along with his parents, those left to...

Aug 21, 2025

Eddie Wayne Moore, born on September 24, 1969, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 21, 2025 after a long illness.

He is preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Thelma Moore, grandparents Cleo and Nancy Sexton, Hillary and Flossy Moore.

Those left to cherish is memory is his wife of 20 years...

Aug 21, 2025

Linda Gail Pace age 69 of Rose Hill, VA. passed from this life on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Linda was a caregiver for several members of the community. She worked as a cook at Western Sizzlin in Harlan, KY. for several years. Linda was an avid reader, enjoyed making jewelry, and going to Goodwill even when there were tornado...

Aug 18, 2025

Lynn (PR) Allen Lawson Sr., 77, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 18, 2025, at his home in Keokee, Virginia.

Lynn was born on May 27, 1948 to the late William and Lela Lawson in Wise, Virginia.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, Lowell Lawson and...

Aug 14, 2025

Edward Taylor Bowles, 81, went to be with the Lord on August 14, 2025 at Lee County Community Hospital surrounded by his family.

Edward was born on January 20, 1944 to the late William and Edith Bowles. He spent many years as a maintenance worker at Pak Mor and PMT. Edward served on the Stickleyville Volunteer Fire...

Aug 10, 2025

Danny Ray Ridings, 74, of Pennington Gap, VA passed away at Lee County Community Hospital on August 10, 2025.

He was born in Lee County, VA on October 2, 1950 to Maude Gibson Ridings (1922-2004) and Odie Ridings (1926-1998).

He graduated from St. Charles High School May 31, 1970 as class Valedictorian. Later married Judith...

Aug 8, 2025

" As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.." Isaiah 66:13

Rosa A. Wampler age 92, of Weber City, VA, went to be with the Lord late Friday evening, August 8, 2025 with her loving family by her side while at the Nova Health and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born November 27,...

Aug 5, 2025

Mack Quillen, age 83, of Pennington gap, Laid down his burdens and found peace on August 5, 2025, surrounded by the family he loved so deeply.

Born on December 9, 1941, to Crit Quillen and Mary Hall Quillen, Mack carried a strong heart, a quick wit, and a generous spirit throughout his life. He married the love...

Aug 5, 2025

Eugene Raymond Lovell, a beloved resident of Rose Hill, VA, departed this life on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in the heart of Kentucky on Saturday, February 22nd, 1941, Eugene embraced life with a steadfast dedication that touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Eugene enjoyed horseshoes, bingo, bluegrass music, Karaoke,...

Jul 30, 2025

William (Willie) Rowland Collier, 61, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his home in Keokee, Virginia.

William was born on March 30, 1964 to the late William and Velma Collier. He spent his life farming and was important in the deaf community.

Along with his parents, he is preceded...

Jul 24, 2025

Carol "Lou" Sloan, age 79, of the Robinette Valley Community, Duffield, VA went to be with the Lord Thursday morning, July 24, 2025 while at Nova Health and Rehabilitation following a very brief and courageously fought battle with cancer.

She was born May 8, 1946 in Scott County, VA a daughter of the late John and Laura...

Jul 21, 2025

Mark William Koontz 65 of Pennington gap VA passed away on July 21, 2025.

He was born to parents Leonard Koontz and France strokes on 03/16/1960 in Clinton Maryland.

Mark worked primarily as an auto mechanic for years, however he was a jack of all trades from handyman services to full home remodeling.

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Jul 18, 2025

Mary Evelyn Pace Garrett, age 62 of Pennington Gap, VA, left this life to live eternally with her Savior Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father on July 18th, 2025. Mary Evelyn is the daughter of the late Cecil and Mary June (Jessee) Pace. She was preceded in death by her husband A.W. Garrett, 2 brothers, Jesse Pace Parsons and...