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When a loved one passes away, it can be a difficult and overwhelming experience for those left behind. During this challenging time, finding a reputable and compassionate funeral home can make all the difference. Located at 42098 East Morgan Ave., Pennington Gap, VA, 24277, Courtesy Announcement is a trusted funeral home that has been serving the community with dignity and respect for years.

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Rodney Lynn Fullington - May 29, 1965 - March 25, 2022

Departed: 03/25/2022 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Rodney Lynn Fullington, age 56 of Morristown, TN, was born May 29, 1965, and departed this earthly life for his heavenly home on March 25, 2022. He was saved at an early age at Roe Junction Baptist Church. Rodney loved sports, the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He spent countless hours bass fishing on his beloved home away from home, Cherokee Lake.  Rodney is predeceased by his grandparents Frank and Cora Harris and Horace and Mary Fullington. Rodney leaves behind the love of his life Debra Cope and his beloved chocolate lab, Buddy.  Rodney is also survived by his sons, Jordan Fullington and Evan Mason; his parents, Bill and Judy Fullington; his 2 brothers, Tommy (Sue) Fullington and Joey (Kathy) Fullington; his granddaughter, Addison Jade Fullington; and nephew, Joseph Fullington. Rodney also leaves behind a host of extended family, friends and neighbors.  Friends will serve as pallbearers.  The family will receive friends 5:00-7:00 p.m. Monday, March 28, 2022 at Alder Funeral Home located at 4524 West Andrew Johnson Highway Morristown, TN and the funeral services will immediately follow Monday at 7:00 p.m. with Reverends Roger Porter, Terry Winstead and Mark Tanner officiating.  Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Hamblen Memory Gardens located at 5421 East Andrew Johnson Highway, Morristown, TN.

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Edith Lolus Stanley - March 04, 1924 - February 24, 2022

Departed: 02/24/2022 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Edith Lolus Stanley passed away on the morning of February 24th, 2022, at the age of 97. Edith was born on March 4th, 1924 to a carpenter named W.M. Boyd Kelly and Mallie Kelly in a small farmhouse in Closplint, Kentucky.

The family moved to Virginia where she spent most of her adolescence, enjoying simple things such as eating wild onions like apples off their farm. Later in her twenties, she worked at a laundromat in Cincinnati, Ohio, where through a friend, met her late husband Forest Leighborn Stanley and his son Raymond Stanley. They moved to Standish, Michigan, had four children between them and raised her stepson Raymond; in December of 1949 her eldest son was born “Buck” Walter Stanley. In April of 1953, she had twins “Billy” Pauline Wilma Stanley and “Bill” Paul William Stanley, then in February of 1955, she had her youngest son “Bob” Robert Clyde Stanley. They cared for the farm and former stagecoach stop they inhabited, as well as bred Alaskan Malamutes and horses.

She recalled a story, she deemed crazy, that around 1954 she grabbed a broom to scare off a black bear from their meat shed. She moved to Tennessee with her late husband, Forest until his passing in 1986, when she later moved to Milroy, Indiana to Forest’s sister, Marie Abrams’, property. Where she lived until moving to a nursing home in 2015 in Rushville, Indiana, considering the staff like family and the place her home. She was an extraordinary housekeeper, loving to wash dishes while taking pride in her work, a great cook of many things including blackberry cobbler and chicken and dumplings.

She loved the song Coal Miner’s daughter by Loretta Lynn, to laugh, eat biscuits and gravy, and drink coffee that “ain’t bitter.” In 1995, Edith visited her daughter Pauline’s church, where she prayed and accepted Jesus into her heart, as her Savior, and held her beliefs for the rest of her life. Edith was resilient and loving, as she liked to make everyone feel at home and enjoy life.

Edith Stanley was predeceased by her brother Clyde Kelly, half brother Orville Kelly, sister Betsy Viola Kelly, sister Bernice Rivers, sister Gertrude Gilbert, stepson Raymond Stanley, youngest son Robert Clyde Stanley, granddaughter Melissa Marie Stanley, and some nieces and nephews.

She is survived by her son “Buck” Walter Stanley of Cambodia, and twins “Billy” Pauline Stanley of Midland, Michigan and “Bill” Paul Stanley of New Braunfels, Texas. She is survived by her dear granddaughters Cary Leigh Stanley of New Braunfels, Texas and Kelly Chang Stanley of Florida, and many nieces and nephews. Burial will be held at Hoover Cemetery in Virginia on March 15th, 2022 at 2:00pm  Please light a candle or share a memory withe gthe family at www.ToddFuneralHome.com

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Harlis Thomas - August 18, 1948 - December 09, 2021

Departed: 12/09/2021 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: He retired from Southern Tire Company. He served his country in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. preceded in death by wife Linda Thomas, Parents Gerald & Nadine Thomas, Beloved Step-Mother Clarsie Thomas Jackson. Survived by two sons Scott Thomas, and Bryan Thomas & (Stephanie Wright); Two grand daughters Brandy & (CJ) Vance, Becky & (Ryan) Lawson; Two great grand children Joshua Verbal, Makenzie Verbal; Three brothers Mitchell & (Linda) Thomas Kingsport, Benny Thomas Asheville NC and Gerald (Bud) Thomas and (Sherry) of Lake Elisnore CA,Two sisters Jenny & (Reed) Jackson Evarts KY, and Pat Williams of Pennington Gap VA

Family to receive friends Monday Dec.13, 2021 from 5-7 PM with a funeral service to be held at 7 PM at East Lawn Memorial Park Funeral Chapel. Graveside service will be Tuesday December 14, 2021 at 11:00 AM at East Lawn Memorial Park in the Gethsemane section. To be officiated by Pastor Paul Davis Jr. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eastlawnkingsport.com for the Thomas family.

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Mitzi Darlene Reasor - April 21, 1965 - November 03, 2021

Departed: 11/03/2021 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: "I will see you again and show you God's beautiful lake" Mitzi Darlene Reasor, 56, of Noblesville, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at her Residence in Noblesville following an extended illness. She was born on April 21, 1965, in Noblesville, Indiana to Adrian Reasor and Anita (Hall) Reasor. Mitzi graduated from Noblesville High School in 1982. She previously worked for McMahon Foods as a logistics manager. Mitzi was the 1979 Babe Ruth Queen. She was an outstanding baton twirler. Mitzi was a loving daughter, sister, and aunt. She is survived by her parents; brother, Howard (Shellie) Reasor of Noblesville; nieces, Jessica (Brian) Keel of Lapel and Morgan Reasor of Noblesville; two great-nephews, Braylon and Noah Keel; dear friend, Charles Swartz of Anderson; loving companion, Anna. Private graveside services will take place in Brookside Cemetery, 2900 Brookside Road, Lapel, Indiana 46051

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Emma Woudstra - August 28, 1929 - October 27, 2021

Departed: 10/27/2021 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Emma Woudstra will be lovingly remembered for her giving nature. She lived a life rich in family and friends. She always put others first. Anyone close to her knew that she could be counted on to be there for them, whatever their needs. Her home was a sanctuary for her family; her door was always open for her friends. A realist at heart, Emma was resilient and always found a way to keep moving forward through life. She embraced change and met life’s difficulties, sorrows, and challenges head on. She had a strong and independent spirit which served her well throughout life. She was steadfastly devoted to her family and was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. All those who knew and loved her will cherish the memories and special moments they shared together. She will long be remembered in the hearts of those who knew her best.

As the roaring 20’s came to an end and on the cusp of the Great Depression, for parents Charles and Lucille Provence, it was a happy time when they welcomed their first daughter, a black-haired beauty they named Emma Louise, on August 28, 1929. Two years later, Emma’s sister Charlcy was born. The sisters were inseparable and shared an exceptionally close bond, often being mistaken as twins. When Emma started school, Charlcy missed her so much that they begged their mother to let them attend together, despite their age difference. From then on, the girls were in the same grade and eventually graduated from high school together in 1948. Emma grew up in Pennington Gap, a small town in southwest Virginia, surrounded by the beautiful Cumberland mountains. Her father, Charles, supported the family as a coal miner and her mother, Lucille, was a homemaker keeping her family fed with her wonderful southern cooking. Though times were hard, Emma’s childhood was simple and happy. It was a typical small-town life where everyone knew each other, and extended family were always close by. Pastimes included picnics and porch swings, going to the movie theatre, or stopping by the local drug store soda fountain for a Coca-Cola with friends. Shortly before graduating from high school, Emma and Charlcy were elated to welcome their baby brother Randy into the family. The sisters doted on him affectionately.

After graduation, Emma worked at Gibsons, a local family run department store. She spent her free time with her sister and best friend, Wilma. During the summer, Mountain State League baseball teams would travel throughout the area playing games. It was at one of these games that she met her love, Norman (or Woody, as he was known to all), with the help of her best friend. Wilma was dating one of the umpires, who was a good friend of Woody’s, who was also an umpire, and the two of them arranged a first date. Emma and Woody continued to date for the rest of that summer. When Woody left to return to Grand Rapids at the end of the season, they devotedly wrote to each other until his return the following summer. Upon his return, Woody proposed, and they were married at the local minister’s home on September 26, 1951.

The newly married couple spent their early years in Greenville, Mississippi. Woody continued his umpiring career in the Cotton State leagues and while he traveled throughout the south, Emma busied herself working at another department store. The oppressive Mississippi summer heat proved to be too much to bear, and the couple decided to move north to Woody’s hometown of Grand Rapids. True to her nature, Emma bravely moved forward in life, and left her family and small town behind.

The couple stayed in Grand Rapids for a few years, where Emma got to know her husband’s large family. Again, Emma found work at Herpolsheimer’s department store in downtown Grand Rapids. They soon bought a home and were overjoyed when their son, David, was born in May of 1956. Eventually they moved and settled permanently in Kalamazoo, where Woody found work with the Brunswick Company. Their daughter, Dianne, was born in May of 1961 while they were living in the Westnedge Hill Apartments. With a growing family, they knew they needed more space, so they saved and bought their home on Duke Street in 1964. After settling in her new home, Emma spent several years caring for her children and getting to know her neighbors. Oftentimes, she took temporary, part-time jobs to earn extra income. Once her children reached school age, she resolved to find permanent work.

Emma’s genuine personality and determination helped her to easily find work at the Kalamazoo Gazette. She absolutely loved her career at the newspaper, where she worked in the accounting department for 27 years. She was always grateful for the security it provided for her family. Her coworkers quickly became close friends, and she enjoyed socializing with them outside of work. Many of these friendships lasted throughout the years and into her retirement. Despite her busy working life, Emma never neglected her home life. She was always there for her family in every way, and she always had dinner on the table by six o’clock every night…including dessert.

As the years went by, Emma enjoyed participating in her children’s various activities, and taking family summer road-trips throughout the country. In their free time, Emma and Woody enjoyed socializing with friends and neighbors and playing bridge. As huge college football fans and season ticket holders, they loved tailgating and attending games at the University of Michigan for many years. True to her southern roots, Emma was the proverbial ‘hostess with the mostest.’ Always happy and willing to host or contribute her delicious creations for any event. Her passion for cooking and baking was renowned. She drew people in with her warmth and cooking. No one left her home empty handed.

Emma especially loved the holidays. She made every holiday special for her children and grandchildren. Her grown children received Easter baskets well into their fifties! Christmas was an extravaganza every year. Always going above and beyond, not only with decorations in her home, but also with beautifully wrapped gifts in abundance, and stockings stuffed to the brim, Emma made every Christmas happy and unforgettable. Close neighbors and friends eagerly awaited her yearly platters of homemade candies, cookies, and sweet treats; her peanut butter rolls often being fought over. Her family eagerly awaited her special holiday dishes. Many special and long-lasting memories were made around Emma’s dinner table, etched in her children’s and grandchildren’s hearts forever. Emma loved her children and grandchildren, and made sure they always knew they were loved.

After the death of her husband of 53 years in 2004, Emma forged ahead as usual. Not one to stay down for long, she occupied herself with outings with friends and volunteer work. She enjoyed working in the soup kitchen at First Baptist Church, where she was an active member for over fifty years. She also had fun as a volunteer ticket taker at Miller Auditorium, enabling her to enjoy many Broadway shows after her duties were finished. She remained in her family home many years after Woody’s death, but in 2019 she was ready for a change and to be relieved of the care of a large house. Leaving her home of 55 years was sad, but again she moved forward. She spent her last three years of life at Hope Woods independent Senior Community. There she made many wonderful new friends and enjoyed as many community activities as she could. She maintained her health and independence until shortly before her death. Sadly, in the last three months of her life, she was plagued by numerous health issues. Shortly after returning home from a rehabilitation center, she died peacefully in her own bed, on her own terms, with family close by.

Emma Woudstra, age 92, died on October 27, 2021 at her home in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born August 28, 1929 in Pennington Gap, VA , to Charles and Lucille (Stewart) Provence. Emma was preceded in death by her husband Norman (Woody); and her sister, Charlcy Provence. Surviving are her children David (Wendy) Woudstra and Dianne (Billy) Martin; grandchildren: Christopher, Rachel, and Ian; great-grandson, Isaac; brother Randy (Debbie) Provence; sister-in-law, Carol Blue; and many nieces and nephews.

Please join us at a Life Story Funeral Home at 11 AM Friday, November 5, 2021 at Betzler Life Story Funeral Home, 6080 Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo, 269-375-2900. A reception with food and drinks will follow in the Life Story Center. Visit Emma’s webpage at BetzlerLifeStory.com to archive favorite memories, photos, and sign her guestbook. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 315 West Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at Lee Memorial Gardens in Woodway,VA.

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Tina Michelle Davis - March 07, 1970 - May 21, 2021

Departed: 05/21/2021 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Tina Michelle Davis age 51 of Blackwater, VA was born March 7, 1970 in North Carolina and passed away May 21, 2021 at Holton Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN.

She was preceded in death by her parents Harold C. Davis and Shirley “Loretta” Cox Davis, one infant grandson Zayden Parks and her grandparents Dan and Willie Mae Cox.

She is survived by two sons Justin Parks and Fiance Haley Hall, Derek Parks and wife, Mary, four grandchildren Kaylee and Deshawn Parks, Yaxley Edgar and Justin Kenith Morris Parks.

Two sisters Betty Jo Stapleton and husband, Richard, Angela Petrey and husband, Rick, several nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.

Visitation will be from 12:00 until 1:00 PM Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Province Funeral Home in Pennington Gap, VA.

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Richard "Rich" Samuel Carter - July 07, 1967 - April 27, 2021

Departed: 04/27/2021 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Richard “Rich” Samuel Carter II, born July 7, 1967, went home to Glory on April 27, 2021, surrounded by his family. Richie was an 1986 graduate of Pennington High School, where he was a fabulous Bobcat mascot for two years, proud class clown, and friend to all. He lived in several places as an adult, but loved his time living in Pigeon Forge most of all. He is survived by two sons, Trey Carter and Michael Carter, of Guntersville, Alabama, his father Ronnie Carter of Sevierville, TN, and sister Deneicee Orr of Seymour, TN. The family will hold a private gathering, to spread his ashes, at a later date. I lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your local animal shelter, in Richie’s name. This is a courtesy of Province Funeral Home in Pennington Gap, VA 42098 E. Morgan Ave. Pennington Gap, VA 24277 276-546-2456

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Jeffrey Alan Payne - May 17, 1958 - March 02, 2021

Departed: 03/02/2021 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey Alan Payne, age 62, passed peacefully on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 after a brief illness. He was born May 17, 1958 in Groton, MA. Preceding him in death are his father, Reynard Payne. His paternal grandparents, Zion and Belle Payne, his maternal grandparents, Odas and Nellie Hall.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving mother, Peggy J. Hall Harber, Kingsport, sister, Renee Payne, Brooklyn, NY, his ex-wife, Jennifer Burton of Toronto, Canada, favorite cousin, Vicki Cooper-Trammell, Kingsport, his trusty 4- legged friend, Shiloh aunts, cousins and friends.

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Evelyn R. Luetje nee Hall - February 29, 1928 - February 25, 2020

Departed: 02/25/2020 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Evelyn R. (aka Eve) Luetje nee Hall age 91 of Ventura, CA, was born February 29, 1928 in St. Charles, VA and passed away February 25, 2020 Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura, CA.

She retired from nursing and enjoyed telling people her leap year age, she had a great sense of humor, but she really loved her family. Eve was a bright light that lit up the room and she enjoyed life to the fullest.

She was preceded in death by her parents Otis and Nellie Hall, 2 brothers Gillis Hall and James Jubal Hall, 2 sisters Orpha Jones and Joan Hall.

Eve is survived by her children Patty Noguera and husband, Mike of California, Sheila Lawrenson and husband, Rick of Virginia and Susie Camden and husband, Rick of Kentucky, 10 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

She is also survived by three sisters Audrey Stapleton of Florida, Peggy Hall of Tennessee, Anita Reasor of Indiana and numerous nieces and nephews. At Evelyn’s request she will be cremated.

"Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever".

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Mary V. Clark Elmore - September 19, 1945 - January 16, 2020

Departed: 01/16/2020 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Mary V. Clark  Elmore was born September 19, 1945 in Pennington Gap, VA to Nathan and Eva Clark. She passed away from natural causes on January 16, 2020 at Homestead of Denison. Mary was born in a dirt floor cabin in the mountains of Virginia and she always had fond memories of those days. She moved to Texas at a young age and lived with relatives while she looked for work. She met Reed Robinson, a local farmer in the Whitewright/Tom Bean area, was soon married and later gave birth to one child, son, Tom Robinson of Whitewright. Mary always said the years she spent on the farm were the best years of her life. Mary returned to the mountains of Virginia in the 1980's before returning to Texas in 2017 to live with her son, Tom, his girlfriend Jessica Adcock and two puppies, Stoney and Chuy, all of whom helped make her final years a joy to live. She is survived by her son, Tom Robinson of Whitewright and brother, Bill Clark of Pennington Gap, VA. She was preceded in death by Nathan and Eva Clark; sisters, Geneva Woods, Alma Ward and Betty Sue Laster and brother, Johnny Clark. Per her wishes, no memorial is to be held.

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Delmar R. Robbins - June 18, 1933 - December 29, 2019

Departed: 12/29/2019 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Delmer R. Robbins, age 86, of Hillsboro, Ohio passed away Sunday December 29, 2019 at the Maple View Manor Nursing Home in Bainbridge, Ohio. He was born on June 18, 1933 in Pennington Gap, Virginia the son of the late Walter Tipp Robbins and Margaret (Kirk) Robbins. Delmer is survived by two sons, Donald Robbins of Hillsboro, Ohio and Randy (Bopha) Robbins of Cleves, Ohio; two grandchildren, Donnie Robbins, Nicole Robbins and a sister, Velma Cooper. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Gary Robbins; a granddaughter, Alexandria Robbins and twelve siblings. A memorial service and burial will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family. The Turner & Son Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. Courtesy of Province Funeral Home in Pennington Gap, VA

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Novella R. Briggs - December 28, 1938 - November 23, 2019

Departed: 11/23/2019 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Novella R. Briggs , age 80, of Jonesville, VA was born December 28, 1938 in Mitchell County, NC and passed away November 23, 2019 in Johnson City, TN. Novella was the daughter of the late Garrett and Kansas Ray. Other than her parents, Novella was preceded in death by her sister Jean Mosher and her brother Billy Ray. Mrs. Briggs was a lifelong homemaker, a beloved wife, a wonderful mother and grandmother. She was a member of the Unicoi Freewill Baptist Church.

Novella is survived by her husband Isaac Jimmy Briggs of the home; two sons Mitch Briggs and fiancé Maggie of Telford, TN and Marcus Briggs and wife Samantha of Woodway, VA; three grandchildren Baylee, Amber, and Kelly; brothers Kenny Ray of Unicoi, TN and Rickie E. Ray of Wilmington, NC; sister Joan Griffith of Church Hill, TN; several nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Upon the families request a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. To send online condolences, photos and memories please visit www.provincefuneralhome.com to view her obituary.

Province Funeral Home of Pennington Gap is located at 42098 East Morgan Ave. Pennington Gap VA 24277. 276-546-2456. Province Funeral Home of Pennington Gap, VA is honored to be serving the family of Novella Briggs.

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Patricia Lorene Munsey - Unknown - October 19, 2019

Departed: 10/19/2019 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Lorene Munsey age 52, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 20, 2019 at her home in Leesburg, FL. She was born in Toledo, OH. She loved to write recipes, and loved her daughter and grandkids dearly. She was preceded in death by husband Glen Munsey, grandson Aiden Riley Taylor, her mother Betty Lou Hicks, father Robert Leland Crapsey, and her parents that raised her Martin and Lorene Hicks. Patricia is survived by her daughter Alishia Taylor and husband, Justin of Pennington Gap, VA, grandkids Dezaire, Destiny, Arianna and Alesander Taylor all of Pennington Gap, VA, sisters Kelly Creekmore Osborne of LaFollette, TN, Kimberly Cole of Toledo, OH, brother Bob Crapsey of Caryville, TN along with several nieces and nephews that were very special ato her. Patricia will be cremated with a memorial service at a later date. Province Funeral Home of Pennington Gap, VA is in charge of the courtesy. Memorials and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.provincefuneralhome.com

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Wanda Toni Nelson - February 16, 1950 - January 10, 2019

Departed: 01/10/2019 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Wanda Toni Nelson, 68, of Roanoke passed away Thursday, January 10, 2019. She was born Thursday, February 16, 1950 a daughter of the late Charles and Mollie Turner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Eric Nelson, and brothers, Charles and George Turner.

Wanda lived most of her life in Lee County, Virginia. She was employed by Wal-Mart in Salem, Virginia.

Surviving are her children, Elaine Hall, Vickie (Michael) Huff, T.J. (Jessica) Nelson, Sherry Turner, Linda Turner and Brian Turner; grandchildren, Travis and Clint Hall, Toni Huff, Neil (Kaitlyn) Huff, Ally and Gavin Miller; sisters, Shirley Million, Doris Collins, Lana Gilbert, and Patricia Fannon; numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Dryden Missionary Baptist Church in Dryden, VA by Pastor Paul Davis, Jr. Private burial will be in Lee Memorial Gardens and Cecil-Fry Cemetery.

Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory of Salem, VA.

Courtesy arrangements by Province Funeral Home of Pennington Gap, VA.

Province Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Wanda Toni Nelson.

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Randall T. "Randy" Boggs - July 21, 1957 - November 04, 2018

Departed: 11/04/2018 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Randall T. "Randy" Boggs, 61, of Lebanon, Indiana, passed away at Witham Memorial Hospital on Sunday, November 4, 2018. He was born in Lebanon on July 21, 1957, a son of the late Troy Cecil and Dorothy Louise (Ottinger) Boggs. Randy attended schools in Clinton County. He enjoyed playing the bass guitar and banjo. Survivors include: Long-time Companion: Marlene Johnson – Lebanon, Indiana

Siblings: Jim (Sue) Blazier – Arcadia, Indiana John (Anna) Blazier – Carmel, Indiana Bonnie Kirk – South Carolina Ronnie (Sherry) Boggs – Louellen, Kentucky Richard Boggs – Lebanon, Indiana Robert Boggs – Frankfort, Indiana In addition to his parents, Randy was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill Blazier and Donald A. Blazier.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 9, 2018 at 12:00 noon at Myers Mortuary, 1502 North Lebanon Street, in Lebanon, Indiana. Visitation is planned for Friday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Boone County Crematory has been entrusted with his cremation arrangements following services.

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Gerald G. Jerry Jones - March 24, 1945 - October 26, 2018

Departed: 10/26/2018 (Pennington Gap)

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Allie Marie Wallen - September 17, 1954 - August 15, 2018

Departed: 08/15/2018 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Allie Marie Wallen age 63 of the Left Hand Poor Valley Community in Pennington Gap, VA was born Friday, September 17 1954 in Virginia and passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at the Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN. Allie had been a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. She was preceded in death by her parents Wheeler and Maggie Allen and a brother James Lester Allen. Allie is survived by her husband Jackie L. Wallen of the home, one son Garon Wallen and wife, Nikki of Jonesville, VA, one daughter Lisa Michelle Wallen of Woodway, VA, four grandchildren Kory Daniels, Jordan Webb, Ryder Galliher and Aidyn Wallen. She is also survived by two brothers Kermit Allen of Stickleyville, VA, Robert Allen of Pennington Gap, VA and one sister Margaret Kinsler of the Wallens Creek Community.

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Doshia Mae Coeburn - October 30, 1948 - August 06, 2018

Departed: 08/06/2018 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Doshia Mae Coeburn of the Maness Community of St. Charles, VA was born Wednesday, October 30, 1948 in Keokee, VA and passed away Monday, August 6, 2018 at her home in St. Charles. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church of St. Charles. She was preceded in death by her husband Billy Ward Coeburn, two grandchildren Sabrina May and Melinda Sue Shepard and her parents Worley and Lillie Holmes. Doshia is survived by two daughters Karen Roberts and husband, James, Carolyn Shepard and companion, Jeff Muse, two grandchildren Heather Nicole Guzman and Christopher Michael Roberts, sisters Donna Russell, Dovie Musick and twin sister Jo Goodman and a brother Rick Holmes.

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Gregory Gene Coomer - Unknown - May 24, 2018

Departed: 05/24/2018 (Pennington Gap)

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Gregory Gene Cooper, age 51, of Maryville, TN and formally of Ben Hur, VA passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, May 24, 2018. Gregory is preceded in death by his mother Pauline Asberry Coomer, one brother Thomas Bruce Cooper, one cousin Donald Smith. He is survived by two sisters, Sally Morrison and husband Doug of Maryville, TN and Helen Roberts Flanary of Pennington Gap, VA; one brother, Kenneth Coomer and wife Terisa of Big Stone Gap, VA; one sister-in-law, Lisa Coomer of Pennington Gap, VA and her daughters Jessica and husband Jason Hensley of Dryden, VA, Jelisa Coomer of Pennington Gap, VA and Jatesia Coomer & fiance Eric Cain of Dryden VA; niece Amanda Fabel and husband Mike of Maryville, TN; nephews Jeff Smith and wife Jenny of Cawood, KY, Chris Smith and wife Jaunita of Maryville, TN , Brian Coomer and wife Amber of Pennington Gap, VA, Travis Coomer and wife Christina of Woodway, VA and many more cousins, nieces and nephews.

This is a courtesy announcement of Province Funeral Home of Pennington Gap, VA. Memorials and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.provincefuneralhome.com We are located at 42098 E. Morgan Ave. Pennington Gap, VA 24277 Phone 276-546-2456

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Walt Ray Disney - July 27, 1945 - April 17, 2018

Departed: 04/17/2018 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Walter Ray Disney was born in Pennington Gap, VA on July 27, 1945 and passed away in Clearwater, FL on April 17, 2018 after a brief illness. He was a graduate of Pennington High School and served in the military two years. Later he moved to Pontiac, MI where he worked for General Motors more than thirty years. He was preceded in death by his mother Beatrice Kelly and special cousin Herman Disney. Walter is survived by a daughter Angela Fenton and husband, Todd of Michigan, granddaughter Amber, great-grandson Avari also of Michigan. A sister Geraldine Lawson and husband, Billy of Big Stone Gap, VA, a niece Cindy and a nephew Richard Lawson, very special friend Cathy Hart, several cousins and many friends. Services will be held at a later date in Michigan. Courtesy announcement by Province Funeral Homes.

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Carl Edward Parsons - April 23, 1946 - April 07, 2018

Departed: 04/07/2018 (Pennington Gap)

Obituary Preview: Carl passed away peacefully, Saturday, April 7, at his home in Dayton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Louisa Parsons of Dryden, VA; by an infant brother, Junior Lee, Charles I. Parsons, Dayton, Ohio, James E. Parsons, Big Stone Gap, VA and W.D. Parsons, Dayton, Ohio. He is survived by 2 daughters, Theresa Taylor and Tina (Chuck) Henderson, grandchildren Jessica and David Taylor, Chandler and Riley Henderson, his loving companion, Janice Leisring.

His brothers, Billy Joe Parsons, Bristol, TN; Garlan Parsons, Dayton, OH; Ralph Parsons, Dayton, OH; Homer Parsons, Dayton, OH; Larry Parsons, Pennington Gap, VA; Rodney Parsons, Dryden, VA; his sisters, Alma Parsons, Dayton, OH; Marie Davis, Rossville, IL; Mary Ethel Stapleton, Woodway, VA; Elizabeth Parsons, Pennington Gap, VA; Linda Pyatt, Dayton, OH.

He was a longtime resident of Dayton, neighbor and best friend to his brother Charles and rode their Harley's together over the years.He loved his animals. He was generous, humble and always smiling. He was a drag racing enthusiast and life long mechanic. He will be dearly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him.

The family will receive friends at 10:00 A.M.- 1:00 P.M. Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Tobias Funeral Home, Beavercreek Chapel, 3970 Dayton-Xenia Rd. Funeral services will be at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday at the funeral home followed by Interment in Calvary Cemetery.

This obituary is provided as a courtesy to the family of Carl Edward Parsons. Condolences can be made by either visiting Tobias Funeral Home Website and may also be submitted here on Mr. Parson's condolence annoucement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's often published in newspapers, online obituary platforms, or funeral home websites to inform friends, family, and community members of the passing.

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Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing essential information to those who need to know about the passing. They help to notify people of funeral services, memorial gatherings, and other important details.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the family of the deceased or a close friend writes the obituary. Funeral homes or obituary writers may also assist with writing and publishing the obituary.

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The time it takes to write an obituary can vary depending on the complexity and length of the notice. On average, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours to gather information and craft a well-written obituary.

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Yes, many online obituary platforms and funeral homes allow you to upload photos or other multimedia elements to accompany the written notice. This can help to make the obituary more personal and engaging.

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No, obituaries are written for people of all ages who have passed away. While it's true that older adults are more likely to have an obituary written about them, anyone who has died can have an obituary published.

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Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and guidelines. Some newspapers may accept online submissions, while others require email or phone submissions.

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In some cases, it may be possible to make minor corrections or updates to an already-published obituary. However, this depends on the publication or platform's policies and procedures.

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The duration that online obituaries remain available varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep them active indefinitely, while others may archive them after a certain period.

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What is the significance of including funeral service details in an obituary?

Including funeral service details allows friends and family members to attend and pay their respects. It also provides important information about visitation hours, burial arrangements, and other relevant details.