John Morgan Gibson of Lewisburg, West Virginia, passed away at the Peyton Hospice House on Friday, September 15, 2023, following a long illness.

John was born to Richard Vernon Gibson and Mary Morgan Gibson Detch on February 17, 1943.

A longtime and dedicated educator in Greenbrier County, John was a graduate of the Greenbrier Military School, in Lewisburg, WV, Randolph Macon College, in Ashland, VA, and obtained his master's in education from the West Virginia Graduate College.

John served as a teaching principal at Williamsburg Elementary, principal at Lewisburg Intermediate School, and one semester as the last principal at Lewisburg Junior High before the county middle school consolidation.

John worked in the insurance industry for a few years before returning to his true love of teaching. He adored the students, the teachers, and administrators throughout his career and retired from teaching at Alderson Elementary.

A loving father, he is survived by his son, John Morgan Gibson II (Kathy) of Lewisburg; grandsons, Morgan Gibson (Melissa) of Delmar, MD, Dillon Gibson of Myrtle Beach, SC, Jack Gibson (Mykenzie), his granddaughter, Megan Gibson of Beckley, and his daughter-in-law, Jennifer Highlander Gibson Brown.

He will be missed by his extended family, including sisters, Nancy Jo Hansen (Bruce) of Orange, CT, and Ellen Gibson Goodwin of Morgantown, WV, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends. Also left to remember John is his longtime partner, Mary Dailey, who was steadfast by his side.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his second son, Michael Scot Gibson, and his brother-in-law, Stephen P. Goodwin.

A kid at heart, in addition to his passion for education, his other great loves included spending time with his family, time spent at his cabin on Spring Creek and gardening. He also enjoyed talking, telling tales, driving muscle cars, as well as occasionally thrilling his nephews with a quick ride.

Always the epitome of cool and a truly unique individual, it is essential to note this obituary and future memorial service are for those he left behind, as John's instructions were just to let him go with none of the fuss.

At John's request, his body has been donated to West Virginia University for the advancement of science.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. at the Wallace & Wallace Funeral Chapel at 884 N. Jefferson Street, Lewisburg, WV. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Peyton Hospice House at 1265 Maplewood Avenue, Lewisburg, WV 24901, in memory of John M. Gibson.

Ray Clinton (Sonny) Norvell, age 87, of 1137 Madison Avenue, Clifton Forge, Virginia died Sunday, September 17, 2023 at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Salem, Virginia.

Sonny was born June 7, 1936 in Iron Gate, Virginia to the late Stuart Lee Norvell and Mattie Mae Plogger Norvell.

He was a lab technician for A.E.T., Inc., and served in the Virginia National Guard for two years.

He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, and a former member of the Clifton Forge Elks Lodge and the Jaycees.

He was a huge fan of the New York Yankees and also UVA sports.

He was 100 % a family man who especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed feeding all types of wildlife in his back yard, taking rides with his wife, Barbara, and spending time with his cat, George.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Norvell; two sisters, Ruth Rhodenizer and Fay Ruff; and a nephew, Charles Ruff.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Krimm Norvell; a daughter, Tracey O'Connor and husband, Jeff of Clifton Forge; a granddaughter, Taylor Mejia and wife, Vanessa; a grandson, Derek O'Connor and wife, Emily, and their baby girl on the way; as well as a number of nieces and nephews, including a special nephew, Michael Francis and a special niece, Doris Rogers.

A graveside funeral service will be conducted on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mausoleum Chapel of Alleghany Memorial Park, Low Moor, with Father Augustine Lukenge officiating. Entombment will immediately follow.

Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, is handling arrangements.

The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to the Clifton Forge Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 419, Clifton Forge, VA 24422.

To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com.

Lee (Lunora) Doyle, 63, of Monterey, Virginia, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023 during a white-water rafting trip in Summersville, WV.

She was born April 7, 1960 in Maryland, a daughter of the late Ida Faye (Bradley) Weese.

On August 21, 1982 she married Donald L.B. Doyle, who preceded her in death on August 6, 2013.

An entrepreneur, Lunora owned and operated High's Restaurant for many years, Ernie's Market and Corbett's Store. She continued her food service work throughout the community until her retirement so that she could spend time with her grandchildren.

Many young Highlanders had Lunora as their first boss and she was a "mother hen" to each providing advice, love, and support.

She loved her adventures, traveling, and trying new things. She will be remembered for her outgoing personality, generosity, strong work ethic and ability to friend anyone, never having met a stranger. Above all, she loved her family and especially adored her grandchildren. When they were with her, she always had a smile ear-to-ear.

In addition to her mother and husband, she was predeceased by a son, Christoper Allen Sweeney; and brother, William Bradley.

She is survived by her son, Michael Ray Sweeney Jr. and wife, Karen of Blue Grass; grandchildren, Mason and Martha Sweeney; sisters, Linda Liptrap of Clifton Forge and Sherry Wolfe of Monterey; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and honorary family members.

A celebration of life will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, September 23, 2023 at The Highland Center with pastors Buddy Davis and Mike Lambert officiating. The family will receive friends during a covered dish reception to follow at The Highland Center Pavilion. Burial will be private in Monterey Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be Glenn Robertson, Robert Robertson, Curtis Bradley, Paul Franklin Cauley, Phillip Wimer and Joey Cuento

. Memorial contributions may be made to VCE-Highland, P. O. Box 528, Monterey, Va. 24465. In the memo put "4-H Camp," in memory of Lunora Doyle.

Evan Michael Groves, age 15, of Covington, Virginia, died September 18, 2023 at his home, following an extended illness.

Evan was born September 11, 2008, in Lexington, Virginia, and was preceded in death by his Papaw, Charlie Noland and John Groves.

Evan was a strong young man, and he never gave up. He was an avid UVA fan, loved monster trucks and trains. He attended Alleghany Highland Public Schools.

Surviving are his mother, Christina Britt Mclaughlin, and her fiancé, Cecil Hamilton of Covington; his father, Charles Angle of Low Moor; two sisters, Chaynne McCoy and Hannah Groves of Covington; maternal grandmother, Anna Noland of Covington, paternal grandmother, Brenda Craft of Low Moor, paternal grandfather, Blane Angle of Eagle Rock; maternal great grandparents, Danny and Patsy Sine of Verona; an uncle, Jeff Britt of Covington; an aunt, Theresa Angle of Roanoke; two special friends, Parker Willis and Mason Hale of Covington.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Arritt Funeral Home with Brad Armas officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Arritt Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Arritt Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Friends wishing to send tributes online may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Cincinnati Children's Foundation, 3333 Burnet Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45229-3026 in Evans name.

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Fred Eldridge Higgins, 82, of Lexington, Virginia, died peacefully Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at the home of his daughter in Portsmouth.

He was born January 3, 1941 in Rockbridge County.

He is survived by his former wife of 40 years, Betty; daughter, Karin Higgins Fix and son-in-law, Kim Fix; son, Dale; daughter, Rose; daughter, Cherice; and youngest son, Donnie; his 15 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren who owned his heart. He also leaves behind a sister, Mildred Vaness; and brother, Richard Higgins.

Fred is preceded in death by his oldest son, J. R.; two sisters, Effie and Gin "Virginia," alongside of his brothers, Ralph, Sammy, PeeWee (Junior), and former first wife, Winona Gilliam. Also to be reunited with are parents, Goldie and Herman.

Fred loved to have a garden, take a ride out to the countryside, watch a good ole Western movie and eat a hot homemade biscuit with a lot of butter.

Until we meet again, as he always said, "Life goes on."

A graveside service was held Monday, September 18 at Rockbridge Memorial Gardens.

Arrangements were handled by Bolling, Grose, & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Ronald (Ronnie) Lewis Slough, 78, of Buena Vista, Virginia, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, September 15, 2023.

He was born May 20, 1945 to the late Louis Henry Slough and Jacqueline Holland Slough.

Ronnie joined the Buena Vista Rescue Squad in 1970 and then dedicated his life to serving the community in many roles within the squad. He served as president for many years and was the current president. He was also active in the VAVRS where he held many positions. He was inducted as a Life Member in 1994 and inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1997.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Susan Ogden Slough.

He is survived by his children, Amy S. Coada (Mike), Chad Slough (Janna), and Sherry B. Cash (Dean); his grandchildren, Brittany N. Moore, Kyleigh Arehart, Whitney R. Williams, Vanessa B. Cole, Joshua D. Cash, Alyson C. Burch, and Michael S. Coada; 17 great-grandchildren; one sister, Bonnie Slough Martin (Hampton); niece, Quincy Mills (Tim); great nephew, Brayden Mills; and special friend, Kathleen Beverley.

A funeral will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 19 at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel by the Rev. W. David Bain and Pastor Butch Grow. Burial will follow at Rockbridge Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, September 18 at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home.

Arrangements are being handled by Bolling, Grose, & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Shirley E. Sprague, 81, of Lewisburg, West Virginia, passed away Friday, September 15, 2023.

Shirley was born October 10, 1941 at Waiteville, WV to the late Perry Alvin and Lucille Bostic Crosier.

Shirley was a CNA at The Andrew S Rowan Memorial Home in Sweet Springs, WV for over 30 years and was a member of the Whatcoat United Methodist Church.

Other than her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Edward "Buck" M. Sprague; sister, Peggy Karicofe; brothers, Perry Alvin Crosier, Jr., George Donald Crosier, Richard Crosier, Curtis Crosier and Roger Crosier.

Survivors include her daughter, Julie Baker and husband, Kevin of Lewisburg; sons, Michael Sprague and wife, DD of Havelock NC and Brian Sprague and wife, Joanne of Mesa, AZ; grandchildren, Elisabeth Scout Raszinski and husband, Bryan, Christian Sprague and wife, Stephanie, Gunner Sprague, Sophia Sprague, Courtney Fraley and husband, Jacob, Jarrett Morgan and Bailey Morgan; great grandchildren, Aden Fraley, Paxton Fraley and Calliope Sprague; sisters, Brenda Vaughan and Norma Pomphrey.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2023 at the Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg with Pastor Kenneth Baker officiating. Burial will follow at the Mapledale Cemetery.

Friends may call from 12:00 noon until time of service at the Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg.

Abraham (Abe) Wright, 82 years old, of Covington, Virginia passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on September 16, 2023.

Abe was born on October 6, 1940 in Alleghany County, Virginia to Leslie Lewis Wright and Margie Lee Wright.

He is survived by his sister, Agnes; his children, John Wright and wife, Carolyn of Falling Springs, Alvin of Potts Creek, Virginia, Lorrine Humphries and her husband, Roger of Potts Creek, Virginia, Grady Wright and his wife, Bridget of Potts Creek, Virginia; his many grandchildren, including Meg, Laura, Jack and his wife, Rachel, TJ, Kayla, Heather and her partner, Sean Gose, Josh and his fiancé, JoAnna, Alivia, Rowan, and Ashton and Hilleary Downer; his great grandchildren, Kensington, Jordan, Kimber, Jane, Aubrey, and Ellie as well as his nephews, Ernie Wright, Paul "Lewis" Wright; nieces, Dorothy Losh and Wanda Fridley and other numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Abraham was preceded in death by his wife, Emma Gertrude "Trudy" Dawson Wright; his brothers, Emmett, Gordon, Richter, Lonnie, Leonard, Walter, Denton, Joseph "Zeke"; and his sisters, Edna Sprague, Madeleine Adler, Helen Fitzgerald, Stella Wright, and Mary Wright.

Abe was a strong, caring man who had a deep faith in God and loved his family above all else. He was a hard worker from a young age, starting out as pulp wood cutter. He grew to establish his own roofing company, Wright's Roofing.

As a young man, he took care of his family and the "Home Place" where he was raised. He continued to take care of his family every day of his life. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to spend time at the Hunt Camp. He enjoyed sitting on his back porch with his wife, Emma "Trudy", looking out at the mountains they loved so dearly. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

The family wishes to thank Gail Depriest who provided care for him in his last days.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Arritt Funeral Home chapel with Pastor Michael Landis officiating.

Interment will be made in Lonestar Cemetery.

The family will receive their friends on Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Arritt Funeral Home. Active pallbearers will be Jack Wright, Josh Wright, T. J. Wright, Jesse Wright, Ben Lancaster, and Brandon Jackson.

Honorary pallbearers are Heather Wright and Laura Wright.

Friends wishing to send condolences online may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com

Leona Broughman Wilhelm, age 86, of Covington, Virginia, died Thursday, September 14, 2023 at the Highland House in Clifton Forge, Virginia.

Leona was born April 16, 1937 in Clifton Forge, Virginia and was preceded in death by her parents, the late Claudine Simmons Gooch and Thomas L. Broughman; her husband, Samuel J. Wilhelm; an infant son, Marshall J. Wilhelm; a brother, Bobby L. Broughman; and a stepbrother, John E. Holston, Sr.

Ms. Wilhelm worked as a medical secretary at Lewis Gale Hospital Alleghany. She also was a Sunday School teacher at Emory UMC, member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Moose Lodge, Rebecca's Lodge, and recording secretary for the union at Lewis Gale Alleghany Hospital.

She was a lifelong member of Temple Baptist Church.

Ms. Wilhelm is survived by three daughters: Teresa Wilhelm of Waynesboro, Karen (Paul) Graham of Covington and Bridget Wilhelm of Clifton Forge; three granddaughters, Sara (Chris) Kagarise of Roanoke, Jamie Graham of Covington, Katie (Tyler) Gibson of Clifton Forge; two great grandchildren, Easton and Riley Gibson; one sister, Emily Brown of Seaford, Virginia, and several nieces and nephews, and Cooper.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. William M. Hartsfield officiating.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to the time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alleghany County Humane Society, P. O. Box 60, Low Moor, VA. 24457 in Ms. Leona Wilhelm's name.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Arritt Funeral Home.

Friends wishing to send tributes online may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.

Roberta Graham Tingler, age 90, of Eagle Rock, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Thursday at Roanoke Carilion Hospital, after a brief illness.

She was the wife of the late Nelson "Buck" Tingler, who preceded her in death in 1993.

Born October 1, 1932, and was the daughter of the late Robert C. Graham and Mary Fox Graham.

Roberta was a strong-willed, independent lady and lived her life on her own terms. She gave her heart to Jesus many years ago and remained a faithful member of United Baptist Church.

She was a caring and devoted wife and mother. She enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with her family. Roberta touched so many lives and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters: Paulene Shifflett, Geneva Kershner and Helen Brisendine and two brothers, Robert C. Graham and John Graham.

Survivors left to cherish her memory include her son, Gary Tingler and wife, Delma of Eagle Rock; a daughter, Mary Tingler Morris of Troutville; a brother, Donald Graham and wife, Ella Mae of Covington; many nieces and nephews and her church family.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Arritt Funeral Home in Covington, Virginia. The Reverend Kenny Baker is officiating. Interment will follow at Alleghany Memorial Park in Low Moor, VA. The family will receive friends one hour before the service.

Charles Taber (Chucky) Burgdorf, 56, of Vesuvius, Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a hard fought battle with cancer on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.

Born May 14, 1967 in Canandaiqua, N.Y., he was a son of Rosella Colleen O'Neil Burgdorf and Charley Taber Burgdorf.

Chucky was a graduate of Rockbridge High School and he attended Dabney S. Lancaster Community College.

He began his career with the Lexington Police Department in 1988 and joined the Rockbridge County Sheriff's Office in 1992. He was a well-respected patrol deputy, D.A.R.E. officer, and School Resource Officer. He retired in 2018 and in 2020 he rejoined the office in a part-time position as a deputy where he served until his passing.

He was a member of the National Ski Patrol and attended Marlbrook Baptist Church.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, skiing, fishing, hunting, golfing, wood working and spending summers boating at Smith Mountain Lake on his beloved yellow boat the "Empty Nest".

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 33 years, Forrest Burgdorf; children, Tylar Marcum (Travis) and Taber Burgdorf (Mekayla); brother, Steven Patrick Burgdorf (Mary); sister, Debra Ann Taylor (Jerry); grandchildren, Wyatt James Marcum and Carson Rose Marcum; and many nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 19 at Marlbrook Baptist Church by Pastor John Tilley. Burial will follow at Little River Presbyterian Cemetery in Goshen. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, September 18 at Harrison Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Taber Burgdorf, Steve Burgdorf, Jerry Taylor, Ashby Taylor, Travis Marcum and Corey Tomlin.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Special Olympics, 3212 Skipworth Road, Suite 100, Richmond, VA 23294 or your local SPCA.

Arrangements are by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory.

Vera Chrysteen Lilly of Buena Vista, Virginia, (Chrys, or affectionately known by friends as Tiger) entered into her eternal rest on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. She was surrounded by family as she passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus.

Chrysteen was born March 26, 1930 in Baxter, Kentucky to the late Reba Turner Carroll.

Chrysteen accepted Christ at the age of 15 while attending Mt. Carmel Christian High School in Kentucky. She then attended Kentucky Mountain Bible Institute, followed by nurses training in Alton, Ill.

On her way to nurses training is where she met her husband, Bobby F. Lilly, who preceded her in death on July 6, 2023. They were married July 2, 1955. They had just celebrated 68 years of marriage.

She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Harmon Clayton Carroll and Earnest Richard Carroll; parental in-laws that she was close to; and Bob's siblings, who were like brothers and sisters to her.

She is survived by her children, Marilyn (Larry) Earhart, Linda (Robbie) Burnett, Wanda Lilly (Earl Tyler) and Greg (Emily) Lilly; grandchildren, Kim (Brandon) Edwards, Kelly (Shawn) Watkins, Kodi (Jeremy) Burner, Jason (Carolyn) Burnett, Kevin Burnett (Lindsey), Caleb Tyler, Katy Lilly and Ally Lilly; great-grandchildren, Luke, Kendal and Evan Edwards, Eli and Charley Watkins, Nolan and Reed Burner, Robert, Liam, and Eliza Burnett, Mariyah Burnett, Holden Houck and Everleigh Marstan.

Special thanks to special friends/caregivers, Tammy Hernandez and Mary Anna Summers for their love and support. Also a special thanks to the Hospice team who cared for her with dignity, respect and compassion ‒ Marlene Deacon, Donna Dudley, Kathy Blankenship and Liz Norman.

A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 16, at Bolling, Grose, and Lotts Funeral Chapel by the Rev. Dean Staton and the Rev. Arnold Bradley. Burial will follow at Green Hill Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 15 at Bolling, Grose, and Lotts Funeral Home. Flowers are being handled by Flowers and Things @ Sycamore Lane, Buena Vista.

Arrangements are being handled by Bolling, Grose and Lotts Funeral Service.

Stella Cash Fix Bayne, 92, of Lexington, Virginia, passed away September 13, 2023 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.

Born September 30, 1930, she was the daughter of Otho and Drucilla Falls Cash.

She was widowed by two husbands, Charles Fix and Carl Bayne. She was proud to have been married to each of them for 30 years.

Stella was preceded in death by her identical twin sister, Della Fix; sister, Beulah Ramsey; and brothers, Otis Cash and Harry Cash.

She is survived by a sister, Elsie Smith of Lexington.

Stella was a member of Ebenezer Presbyterian Church. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 16 by the Rev. Chuck Schooler at New Monmouth Presbyterian Church cemetery.

Stella had compassion for her babies, the cats, deer, ground hogs, squirrels and birds so in lieu of flowers please consider an animal rescue of your choice.

Arrangements are by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory.

Lillian Jane Martin Harless, 86, of Glasgow, Virginia, died Tuesday, September 12, 2023.

She was born April 26, 1937 in Amherst County, a daughter of the late Terry and Ruth Martin.

She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 30 years, Raymond Moses Harless; brothers, Thomas Martin, Morris Martin and Evans Martin; and sisters, Verna Newell, Daisy Kirby, Audrey Powell and Betty Lou Mays.

She is survived by her step-grandchildren, Ronald Potter (Helen), Richard Potter (Joyce), Robert Potter (Christine), and Carolyn Hartless (Mike); and sister, Christine Terry.

A graveside service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, September 15 at Rockbridge Memorial Gardens.

Arrangements are being handled by Bolling, Grose, & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Eva Ruth Roberts Smith, 70, of Lexington, Virginia, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023.

Born December 19, 1952 in Rockbridge County, she was a daughter of the late Ray Hurley Roberts and Gracie Branham Roberts.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sandy William Smith; brother, Hurley Ray Roberts; and sisters, Janet R. Compton and Peggy Ann Lipscomb.

Surviving is her son, Christopher Lee Smith; brothers, Melvin Roberts and James Edward Roberts; and sister, Barbara Jo Thurman.

A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, September 15 at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home with the Rev. Ralph Coleman officiating. Burial will follow at Rockbridge Memorial Gardens.

Arrangements are being handled by Bolling, Grose, & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Betty Stull, 87, passed away suddenly at her home the evening of September 12, 2023.

A lifelong resident of Alleghany County, Betty was born August 23, 1936 to John Henning Clarke & Minnie Enola Noel Clarke, who preceded her in death.

She was also preceded in death by her son, Michael Allen Stull; former husband, Fred Bradley Stull and siblings, Peggy Crawford, Rena Wilmer, Robert Clarke, John Clarke, Gerald Clarke and Joyce Knighton.

A graduate of Covington High School, Betty worked in the office of Leggett Department Store before moving on to work in the Commissioner of Revenue office for the City of Covington.

Following her retirement in 2004, Betty led a simple life. A voracious reader, she traveled the world through her books and lived vicariously through her family whom she adored. She also had a great passion for nature, her many flowers & plants and monitoring the local weather.

Betty is survived by three children, Deborah Stull Smith and husband, Henry of Charlottesville, VA; son, Charles Bradley Stull and wife, Tammy of Mt. Solon, VA; son, Brian Scott Stull and wife, Nicole of Dayton, OH; grandchildren, Walker and Landon Smith, Ashley, Logan and Lucas Stull and Vanessa Ritchie; and great grandchildren, Malaina, Kayla and Colton Ritchie. Also surviving are her very special twin sister, Barbara Flint; loving brother, Tom Clarke and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will celebrate Betty's life with visitation Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Loving Funeral Home, Covington, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Betty's memory to The Presbyterian Children's Home of the Highlands, P. O. Box 545, Wytheville, VA, 24382, The National Arthritis Foundation, or a charity of your choice.

Arrangements are being handled by Loving Funeral Home; to view Mrs. Stull's memorial tribute page, please visit www.lovingfuneralhome1913.com.

Christine Robinson Callaghan, age 96, of 4910 Midland Trail, Covington, Virginia died Thursday, September 14, 2023 at the Brian Center Nursing Care in Low Moor, Virginia.

Christine was born April 17, 1927 in Ellaville, Georgia to the late William Clarence Robinson and Eva Irene Devane Robinson.

She was a homemaker throughout her life and loved reading and gardening.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred W. Callaghan; two sisters, Mary Mask and Josie Bankston; and a brother, William C. Robinson, Jr.

She is survived by a son, Thomas A. Callaghan and wife, Cela of Yorktown; a grandson, Adam Callaghan and wife, Jennifer of Salem; two great grandchildren, Emily and Aubree; a sister, Mozelle Dean of LaFayette, AL; a sister-in-law, Marie Robinson of Newport News; and a number of nieces and nephews.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Monday, September 18, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Covington with Reverend Bill Gilliland officiating. Interment will immediately follow. There will be no formal visitation.

Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, is handling arrangements.

The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to the Suzie Edwards Card Ministry, c/o Chestnut Memorial U. M. C., 1024 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA 23601.

To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfunerlhome.com.