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Jerry Lee Justus - March 08, 1956 - May 17, 2024

Departed: 05/17/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Jerry Lee Justus, age 68, of Hurley, Virginia, passed away at his home Friday, May 17, 2024, following an extended illness, surrounded by his loving wife, Glenda and sister, Shirley.

Jerry was born on March 8, 1956, in Buchanan County, to the parents of the late Carson Justus and Lucy May Justus of Hurley, Virginia. Jerry was a member of the New Beginning In Jesus Name Church, Hurley, Virginia. He loved the great outdoors and spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, Carson and Lucy Justus, Jerry was preceded in death by his half- brother, Raymond Justus and half-sister, Josie Lynchfield.

Those left to cherish his memory include, his devoted wife of thirty-nine years, Glenda Gail Cline Justus of Hurley, Virginia; one son, Christopher Justus of Grundy, Virginia; one special daughter, Deidra Justus of Grundy Virginia; two granddaughters, Adrian and Aubree Justus both of Grundy, Virginia; five brothers, Harold Justus of Hurley, Virginia, Joe Junior Justus and wife Juanita of Hurley, Virginia, Grover Justus and wife Linda of Hurley, Virginia, Claudie Justus and wife Stella of Hurley, Virginia, and Donald Justus of Tazewell, Virginia; four sisters, Shirley Baugh of Belfast, Virginia, Charlene Justus of Hurley, Virginia, Louise Jackson of Hurley, Virginia, and Barbara Stiltner and husband Randy of Hurley, Virginia; and special friends, Lonnie and Connie Williamson. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

There will be a visitation and service for Jerry Lee Justus on Sunday, May 19, 2024, 7:00 P.M. and Monday, May 20, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the New Beginning In Jesus Name Church, Hurley, Virginia, with Wilburn Dotson and Tommy Conn officiating. The family will receive friends both evenings at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the New Beginning In Jesus Name Church, Hurley, Virginia, with burial to follow at the May Branch Cemetery, May Branch Road, Hurley, Virginia.

Pallbearers will be Brian Robinson, Randy Stiltner, Christopher Justus, Mark Cline, Terry Cline, Claudie Justus, Shane Shrader, Ronnie Duty, Alex Duty, and Josh Duty.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Jerry Lee Justus.

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Shelby Stacy - April 04, 1939 - May 08, 2024

Departed: 05/08/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Shelby (Davis) Stacy, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in Washington County, at the Abingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center in Abingdon, Virginia.

Shelby was born on April 4, 1939, to James Alex Davis and Stella (Fletcher) Davis of Roseann, Virginia, and lived her life in Buchanan County. She was the widow of James E. “Jim” Stacy of Grundy, Virginia.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, William E. “Bill” Davis of Anchorage, Alaska; Clyde Davis and Earl Davis, both of Grundy, Virginia.

Shelby was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was a talented artist and a gifted photographer. She enjoyed being a homemaker, bowling, traveling, and being a healthcare worker. She took classes in art and ceramics, was a patron of the Buchanan County Library, and enjoyed seeing friends at the Grundy Post Office.

Shelby will be remembered most by her immediate family: daughters, Debbie (Leon) VanDyke, Abingdon, Virginia, and Denise (Rick) Fisher, Durham, North Carolina; grandchildren, Stacey (Anthony) VanDyke-Hackney, Greenville, South Carolina, and Rusty (April) VanDyke, Abingdon, Virginia; great-grandchildren, Haley (Gunnar) Dowell, Piney Flats, Tennessee, and Bryton (Jenna) VanDyke; and great-great-granddaughter, Jovie Blake VanDyke of Bristol, Tennessee.

A service to honor Shelby’s life will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, 3222 Slate Creek Road, Grundy, Virginia, with Shea Shrader officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. prior to the funeral service. Burial will follow at Mountain Valley Memorial Park, 32350 Riverside Drive, Big Rock, Virginia, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

Memorial Donations may be made to the Buchanan County Public Library, 1185 Poe Town Street, Grundy, VA 24614. “To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” ~Thomas Campbell

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Shelby (Davis) Stacy.

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Danny Ray Stiltner - November 26, 1950 - May 07, 2024

Departed: 05/07/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Danny Ray Stiltner, age 73, of Grundy, Virginia, went peacefully to be with the Lord on May 7, 2024, at his home.

Danny was born on November 26, 1950, in Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, to the parents of the late Clyde Radford Stiltner and Ocie Mae Looney Stiltner. Danny was a retired heavy equipment operator of thirty plus years in the strip mining industry. Danny was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a member and Deacon of Harman Freewill Baptist Church for forty-two years. He enjoyed singing and playing music for the Lord. Danny was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting with his son and grandsons.

In addition to his parents, Clyde and Ocie Stiltner, he was preceded in death by one sister, Lena Marie Stiltner Charles and one infant grandson, Tyler Brett Stiltner.

Those left to cherish his memory include, his loving wife of fifty-two years, Judy Ann Sparks Stiltner of Grundy, Virginia; one son, Danny Dwayne Stiltner and wife Tonya of Grundy, Virginia; and two grandsons, Joshua Caleb Stiltner and wife Hannah of Whitewood, Virginia, and Justin Allen Lester and wife Chasity of Oakwood, Virginia; one great-grandson, Remington Brett Stiltner; two great-granddaughters, Abbie Grace Lester and Chloe Lester; two brothers, Donnie Wayne Turner of Pulaski, Virginia, and Donald Lee Stiltner of Mocksville, North Carolina. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be a visitation and song service for Danny Ray Stiltner on Thursday, May 9, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Harman Freewill Baptist Church, Harman, Virginia, with Eddie Wilson, Jackie Wright, and Rodney Stiltner officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

There will also be a visitation and service for Danny Ray Stiltner on Friday, May 10, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Harman Freewill Baptist Church, Harman, Virginia. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, May 11, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Harman Freewill Baptist Church, Harman, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Clevinger Blankenship Cemetery, Belchers Fork Road, Harman, Virginia.

Pallbearers will be family and friends and members of the Rock House Hunting Club.

Honorary pallbearers are Charlie Wood, Josh Armes, Brad Ratliff, Teddy Ward, and Harman Freewill Baptist Deacons.

Special thanks to Haley Hurley, J.G. Patel, and the Virginia Medical Team.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Danny Ray Stiltner.

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Shelby Stacy - April 04, 1939 - May 07, 2024

Departed: 05/07/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Shelby (Davis) Stacy, age 85, of Abingdon, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in Washington County, at the Abingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center in Abingdon, Virginia.

Shelby was born on April 4, 1939, to James Alex Davis and Stella (Fletcher) Davis of Roseann, Virginia, and lived her life in Buchanan County. She was the widow of James E. “Jim” Stacy of Grundy, Virginia.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, William E. “Bill” Davis of Anchorage, Alaska; Clyde Davis and Earl Davis, both of Grundy, Virginia.

Shelby was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was a talented artist and a gifted photographer. She enjoyed being a homemaker, bowling, traveling, and being a healthcare worker. She took classes in art and ceramics, was a patron of the Buchanan County Library, and enjoyed seeing friends at the Grundy Post Office.

Shelby will be remembered most by her immediate family: daughters, Debbie (Leon) VanDyke, Abingdon, Virginia, and Denise (Rick) Fisher, Durham, North Carolina; grandchildren, Stacey (Anthony) VanDyke-Hackney, Greenville, South Carolina, and Rusty (April) VanDyke, Abingdon, Virginia; great-grandchildren, Haley (Gunnar) Dowell, Piney Flats, Tennessee, and Bryton (Jenna) VanDyke; and great-great-granddaughter, Jovie Blake VanDyke of Bristol, Tennessee.

A service to honor Shelby’s life will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, 3222 Slate Creek Road, Grundy, Virginia, with Shea Shrader officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. prior to the funeral service. Burial will follow at the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, 32350 Riverside Drive, Big Rock, Virginia, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

Memorial donations may be made to the Buchanan Public Library, 1185 Poe Town Street, Grundy, Virginia, 24614. “To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” ~Thomas Campbell

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Shelby (Davis) Stacy.

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Darrell Kent Payne - July 25, 1957 - May 02, 2024

Departed: 05/02/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Darrell Kent Payne, age 65, passed away at Mount Airy, North Carolina, on Thursday, May 2, 2024.

Darrell was born on July 25, 1957, in McDowell County, West Virginia, to the parents of the late Burl Payne and Mildred Mullins Payne. He enjoyed playing the guitar, making music, and singing.

In addition to his parents, Burl and Mildred Payne, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Glenna Kennedy and Ella Mae Baker, and one brother, Clinton Payne.

Those left to cherish his loving memory include, two daughters, Amanda Payne of Jolo, West Virginia, and Desiree Payne of Sparta, North Carolina; two sons, Darrell Jonathan Payne of Sparta, North Carolina, and Travis Payne of Sparta, North Carolina; three brothers, Burl Payne Jr. of High Point, North Carolina, Bill Payne of Indiana, and Samuel Payne and Jean of Newhall, West Virginia; sisters, Marilyn Stacy and husband Jerry of Jolo, West Virginia, Kathy Lowe and husband Doug of Raysal, West Virginia, Karen Daugherty and husband Ricky of Coon Branch, Iaegar, West Virginia, and Marcella Mullins of Jolo, West Virginia; eight grandchildren, Keyvonna Payne, C J Payne, Jamie Payne, Alex Hernandez, Rhianna Reyes, Neveha Reyes, Skyler Davis, and Raegan Payne. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be a visitation and service for Darrell Kent Payne on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. at the Followers of Christ Church, Paynesville, West Virginia, with Jerry Stacy officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Followers of Christ Church, Paynesville, West Virginia, with burial to follow at the Rose and Stacy Cemetery, McDowell County, Groundhog Branch Road, Jolo, West Virgina.

Pallbearers will be family and friends. The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Darrell Kent Payne

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James Robert Estep - December 03, 1948 - April 29, 2024

Departed: 04/29/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: James Robert “Jamie” Estep, age 75, of Grundy, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 29, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

James was born on December 3, 1948, in Buchanan County, Hurley, Virginia, to the parents of the late Robert Carl Estep and Juanita Blanche Hensley Estep. He was self-employed in the coal mining industry and an entrepreneur. He was of the Christian Faith and a member of the Church of Jesus at Grundy, Virginia. He had served as chairman of the Buchanan County Republican Party. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. James loved spending time with his grandchildren and helping others.

In addition to his parents, Robert and Juanita Estep, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Rebecca Lynn Estep; and one brother, Kenny Estep.

Those left to cherish his memory include, his loving wife of fifty-four years, Vivian Vandyke Estep of Grundy, Virginia; one daughter, Jennifer Hanks and husband Kenny of Salem, Virginia; and one son, Robert Estep and companion Pam Hilton of Kingsport, Tennessee; four grandchildren, Kyle Hanks, Rawlin Hanks, Joshua Estep, and Aaron Estep; and four sisters, Brenda Burks, Paulette Justus, Elouise Ragan, and Charlotte Ashby. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

There will be a visitation and memorial service for James Robert Estep on Saturday, May 4, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at the Virginia, Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Rodney Wolford officiating. The family will receive friends at 1:00 P.M.

In honor of Jame’s wishes his body will be cremated.

Special thanks to Tangie Scarberry and Chad Hurley with the Helping Hands Hospice in Richlands, Virginia.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of James Robert Estep.

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Arnold Lester - April 26, 1944 - April 17, 2024

Departed: 04/17/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Arnold Lester, age 79, of Hurley, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Arnold was born on April 26, 1944, in McDowell County, Panther, West Virginia, to the parents of the late James “Jack” Clarence Lester and Linnie Matney Lester. He was a disabled coal miner. Arnold was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed the great outdoors, working on cars, and taking care of his dogs, horses, and animals. He will be sadly missed by his family, friends, and others.

In addition to his parents James “Jack” and Linnie Lester, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Josephine McCoy Lester; one sister, Betty Jo Lester; and two brothers, Elbert Lester and Jimmy Lester.

Those left to cherish his memory include, five sons, David Joe Mccoy and wife Tammy of Bassett, Virginia, Daniel Thomas McCoy and Becky of Hurley, Virginia, Jamie Lester and wife Mary of Hurley, Virginia, Timothy Lester and Darlene of Hurley, Virginia, Michael Paul Lester and Crystal of Hurley, Virginia; ten grandchildren, Dicey Ann McCoy, Thomas Oval McCoy, Justin Lester, James Russell Lester, Alexandria Grace Roberts, Luke Dewayne Lester, Isabella Josephine Lester, Michael Andrew Lester, Breeanna Dawn Lester, and Brooklynn Renee Lester; three great-grandchildren, Elsie Grace Lester, Kellie Newvonne McCoy Richards, and Hunter Bailey McCoy Richards; one brother, Freddy Lester of Hillsville, Virginia; and two sisters, Helen Carter of Justice, West Virginia, and Freda of Galax, Virginia. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be a visitation and service for Arnold Lester on Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Pine Grove Old Regular Baptist Church, Old Guesses Fork Road, Hurley, Virginia, and Sunday, April 21, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Pine Grove old Regular Baptist Church, Old Guesses Fork Road, Hurley, Virginia, with Danny McCoy, Tarzan Justus, Steve Baker, and Gary Estep officiating. The family will receive friends both evenings at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, April 22, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Pine Grove Old Regular Baptist Church, Old Guesses Fork Road, Hurley, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Arnold and Josephine Lester Cemetery, Blue Steel Drive, Hurley, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Arnold Lester.

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Oliver Allen - February 11, 1941 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Oliver “Chuck” Allen, age 83, of Grundy, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the Carilion Giles Community Hospital in Pearisburg, Virginia.

Born February 11, 1941, in Buchanan County, Virginia, he was the son of the late Riley Allen and Mattie Francis Mullins Allen. Oliver was a retired coal truck driver and attended the Crossview Church of Christ at Panther Ridge Road, Grundy, Virginia. He enjoyed attending horse shows, listening to bluegrass music, going for drives, and visiting family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Riley and Mattie Allen, he was preceded in death by brothers, Arvil Allen and Ira Allen; sisters, Edna Allen, Pinkie Beavers, Fannie Blankenship, Virgie Osborne, and Hilda Kennedy.

Those left to cherish his loving memory include, sisters, Sylvia Mullins of Grundy, Virginia, Linda Davis and husband Roy of Grundy, Virginia, and Olva Kennedy and husband Ricky of Whitewood, Virginia. He is also survived by several special nieces, nephews, a host of cousins and friends, and caretakers, Roy and Linda Davis.

There will be a visitation and service for Oliver “Chuck” Allen on Thursday, April 18, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Hobert Kennedy officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Friday, April 19, 2024, 11:00 A.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Noah Mullins Cemetery, Dividing Ridge Road, Paynesville, West Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Anthony Osborne, Kevin Kennedy, Ronald Beavers, Kenneth Beavers, Eddie Dean Blankenship, and Leslie Mullins.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Ricky Kennedy, Roy Davis, Keith Kennedy, James Cantrell, Bossie Blankenship, Bill Mullins, Jeff Deel and Jimmy Blankenship.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Oliver “Chuck” Allen.

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Gregory Charles - November 24, 1960 - April 13, 2024

Departed: 04/13/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Gregory "Whitey" Charles, age 63, of Grundy, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Buchanan General Hospital, Grundy, Virginia.

Gregory was born on November 24, 1960, in Buchanan County, to the parents of the late Ben Charles and Dolly Justus Charles. He was a retired coal miner, enjoyed working on cars, weed eaters, lawn mowers, and loved watching western movies on television.

In addition to his mother and father, Ben and Dolly Charles, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Deborah Looney Charles.

Those left to cherish his memory include, one daughter, Erika Catron and husband Chris of Grundy, Virginia; one son, Justin Charles and wife Brittoney of Grundy, Virginia; five grandchildren, Chase Catron, Casen Catron, Isaiah Stiltner, A J Charles, and Reid Charles; one brother, Billy Ray Charles and wife Faye of Wolford, Virginia; two nieces, Billie Hibbitts and husband Shannon of Wolford, Virginia and Bridgett Hibbitts of Wolford, Virginia; one nephew, Benjamin Charles and wife Krissy of Wolford, Virginia. He is also survived by several great-nieces, great-nephews, and a host of cousins.

There will be a visitation and service for Gregory Charles on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the North Springs Old Regular Baptist Church, Wolford, Virginia, with Danny Hurley, James Stacy, Bill McCoy, and Elders of the Old Regular Baptist Church officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at the North Springs Old Regular Baptist Church, Wolford, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Conley Blankenship Cemetery, Straight Fork Road, Grundy, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Trevor Blankenship, Brian Blankenship, Chris Catron, Chase Catron, Carson Hibbitts, Freddie Marrow, Decklin Hibbitts, and Benjie Charles.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Gregory Charles.

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Larry Edward Mullins - June 06, 1960 - April 12, 2024

Departed: 04/12/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Larry Edward Mullins, Sr. age 63, of Raven, Virginia, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024, at his home.

Larry was born on June 6, 1960, in Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, to the parents of the late Harold Mullins and Amy Justus Mullins.

Larry was a disabled coal miner and mechanic. He enjoyed restoring classic cars, such as a 1970 SS Chevelle. He loved driving in the mountains and watching football games. He was an avid Raider’s and Hurley Rebel’s football fan.

In addition to his parents, Harold and Amy Mullins, he was preceded in death by one sister, Pamela Edwards.

Those left to cherish his loving memory include, two sons, Larry Edward Mullins, Jr. and wife Kia of Quaker City, Ohio and Jason Mullins and wife Kelli of Caldwell, Ohio; one daughter, Emily Mears of Raven, Virginia; grandchildren, Kendi Dye, Shyla Dye, Lelin Dye, Hollie Dye, Payton Steele, Arya Mullins, Trenton Mullins, Halie Mullins, Alexia Mullins, Phoenix McClanahan, Conner Wrightson, Kylee Hurley, and Kolton Proffit; three sisters, Patsy Baker and husband Edgar of Cedar Bluff, Virginia, Peggy Sullivan of Grundy, Virginia, and Phyllis Thomas of Grundy, Virginia. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A graveside service for Larry Edward Mullins, Sr. will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024, 12:00 Noon at the Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Virginia, with Danny Houchins officiating.

Burial will follow at the Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Larry Edward Mullins, Sr.

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Juerlene Sue Potter - December 20, 1951 - April 10, 2024

Departed: 04/10/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Juerlene Sue McClanahan Potter, age 72, of Troy, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at her home.

Sue was born on December 20, 1951, in Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, to the parents of the late Earl Green McClanahan and Bessie Virginia Coleman McClanahan.

Sue was a homemaker, and she enjoyed fishing, reading, and was a Civil War enthusiast.

In addition to her parents and grandparents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Edgar Potter; and brother, Walter Carl McClanahan.

Those left to cherish her memory include, sister, Donna McClanahan Cantrell and husband Tom of Newcastle, Virginia; brother, Richard McClanahan and wife Peggy of Florence, South Carolina; nieces, Shenell Cantrell, Andrea Cantrell, Chloe Cantrell, and Christina Carnell; nephews, Michael McClanahan, Michael Cantrell, and Xander Cantrell; great-nephews, Jacob McClanahan and Mason McClanahan; aunt, Maude McCoy of Hurley, Virginia; uncles, Lucas Earl Coleman of Tazewell, Virginia, and Ulvert Coleman of Hurley, Virginia.

A graveside service for Juerlene Sue Potter, will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 11:00 A.M. at the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Virginia, with Darrell Davis officiating.

Burial will follow at the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Juerlene Sue McClanahan Potter.

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Ira Hardin - February 18, 1954 - April 04, 2024

Departed: 04/04/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Ira “Clean Cat” Hardin, age 70, of Hurley, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at the Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family.

Ira was born on February 18, 1954, in Buchanan County, to the parents of the late Frank Hardin and Rosie Hurley Hardin. He was a heavy equipment operator and was of the Christian Faith. He enjoyed hunting, camping with his grandchildren, Nascar, and working at the Pit Stop at Wolford, Virginia.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Louis and Emily Hardin; maternal grandparents, Frank and Clerindy Hurley; brothers, James Hardin and Willie Hardin; brothers-in-law, Edmond Duty and Greg Blair.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of forty-seven years, Henrietta McCoy Hardin of Hurley, Virginia; three children, Rodney Hardin and wife Tabitha of Hurley, Virginia, Heath Hardin and wife Dee of Hurley, Virginia, and Heather Looney and husband Jarod of Grundy, Virginia; six grandchildren, Dustin Alan and fiancé Haley Harr, Maliah Paige, Autumn Nichole, Jaida Lynn, Reid Alexander, and Emalynn Sophia; two honorary grandchildren, Dylan Horn and Brent Houck; sisters, Bernice Duty of Phelps, Kentucky, Belva McCracken and husband Jerry of Hurley, Virginia, Mabelene Hardin Blair of Phelps, Kentucky, Elaine Hardin Somerville and husband Chris of Gallipolis, Ohio; brothers, Johnny Hardin and wife Christina of Ringgold, Georgia and Michael Hardin of Georgia. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

There will be a visitation and song service for Ira Hardin on Sunday, April 7, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Steve Lane officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

In honor of Ira’s wishes, his body will be cremated.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be employees at the Pit Stop at Wolford, Virginia.

A special thanks to the ICU, nursing staff, and the cardiac care doctors at the Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Ira “Clean Cat” Hardin.

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William Dewey Stacy - May 15, 1957 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: William “Willie” Dewey Stacy, age 66, of Cedar Bluff, Virginia, formerly of Buchanan County, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Willie was born on May 15, 1957, in Richlands, Virginia, to the parents of Leona “Polly” Justus Stacy and the late Virgil Stacy. He was a devoted Christian and family man, and he attended Freedom Ministries in Claypool Hill, Virginia. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers Fan and spent forty-six years on the strip job as a heavy diesel mechanic. Willie’s interests included, model building, reading, train shows, and spending time with his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his father, Virgil Stacy, he was preceded in death by one niece, Cynthia Rose Stacy.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his loving wife of forty-five years, Sharon Stacy of Cedar Bluff, Virginia; two daughters, Betsy Chandler and husband George of Westminster, South Carolina, and Suzanna Stacy of Gray, Tennessee; two sons, Isaac Stacy and wife Makayla of Bristol, Virginia, and Taylor Stacy and wife Bella of Oakwood, Virginia; mother, Polly Justus Stacy of Grundy, Virginia; three granddaughters, Alexis Justice and husband Dalton, Arya Stacy, and Hazel Stacy; one grandson, Elijah Stacy; one great-granddaughter, Drew Justice; one great-grandson, Reagan Justice; two brothers, Curtis Stacy and wife Betty of Farmville, Virginia, and Donald Stacy and wife Rosemary of Grundy, Virginia; two sisters, Becky England and husband Mark of Grundy, Virginia, and Beth Stacy and husband Nathan of Richlands, Virginia; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Burton Hurley and wife Betty of Cedar Bluff, Virginia; sister-in-law, Pam Case and husband Mark of Lebanon, Virginia; three brothers-in-law, Brad Hurley and wife Rhonda of Lebanon, Virginia, RB Hurley and wife Elaine of Abingdon, Virginia, and Rusty Hurley and wife Vanessa of Grundy, Virginia; special grandchildren, Russell, Chase, Taylor, Scarlett, Kendall Claire, Adeline Ashlyn, Pruitt, and Faelynn Chandler, Annabel and Evie Prater, and Ellie Yates; two special nieces, Cassidy Case and Andrea Branham. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, coworkers, and a host of friends.

There will be a visitation and song service for William Dewey Stacy on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, April 4, 2024, 12:00 Noon at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with Mickey Hale officiating. Burial will follow at the Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Dalton Justice, Lance Branham, Pruitt Chandler, Jason Smith, Gabe Hunsaker, Matthew Hurley, James Hurley, and Jonathan Hurley.

A special thanks to Duke University and Oncology Staff, MSA Hospice Staff, and the staff and nurses of the Buchanan General Hospital. A very special thank you to Dr. Christopher Copley and Haley Hurley, FNP.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of William “Willie” Dewey Stacy.

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Simon Steward Matney - August 14, 1975 - March 25, 2024

Departed: 03/25/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Simon Steward Matney, age 48, of Hurley, Virginia, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024, at the Buchanan General Hospital, Grundy, Virginia.

Simon was born on August 14, 1975, in Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, to the parents of Linda Lorine Vance Matney and the late Simon Matney. He loved to the great outdoors. He loved to hunt and ride horses. Simon was a very caring and giving person. He loved helping others.

In addition to his father, Simon Matney, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Bryan Matney and Bradley Matney; paternal grandparents, Daniel Matney and wife Lula Matney; maternal grandparents, Steward Vance and wife Vicy Vance.

Those left to cherish his loving memory include the following: mother, Linda Matney of Hurley, Virginia; fiancé, Tina Matney of Hurley, Virginia; aunts, Dessie Ashby of Hurley, Virginia, Kathy Blankenship of Grundy, Virginia, and Easter Rife and husband Paul of Oakwood, Virginia; uncle, Frank Matney and wife Jeanenia of Hurley, Virginia; nieces, Kayla Coleman and husband Chris of Grundy, Virginia, and Alyssa Baker and husband Ricky of Hurley, Virginia; nephew, Cody Estep and wife Destiny of Hurley, Virginia; great-niece, Krista Coleman of Grundy, Virginia; great-nephews, Carson Blackburn of Grundy, Virginia, and Isac Coleman of Grundy, Virginia; special cousins, Shanon Gibson and husband Jackie of Mississippi and Evander Gibson of Mississippi; sister-in-law, Melanie Owens and husband Jerry of Prater, Virginia. He is also survived by Samantha Gill of West Virginia and Brianna Hackney of Harman, Virginia.

There will be a visitation and service for Simon Steward Matney on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Elza Mullins, Blake Mullins, Kenneth Mullins, and Clay Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, March 28, 2024, 12:00 Noon at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Charlie Davis Cemetery, Hoover Camp Branch Road, Hurley, Virginia.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Simon Steward Matney.

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Brenda Kay Cantrell - April 07, 1947 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Brenda Kay Kennedy Cantrell, age 76, of Grundy, Virginia, went to her Heavenly Home at the Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky, on Thursday, March 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Brenda was born on April 7, 1947, to the parents of the late Cecil Kennedy and Ethel Crockett Kennedy. She was a lifelong resident of Buchanan County and a member of the Summit Missionary Baptist Church at Paynesville, West Virginia. She also attended the Breaks Church of Christ at Breaks, Virginia. Brenda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Brenda started the Buchanan County School Nursing Program. Brenda helped open the Buchanan General Hospital and continued to work there until her retirement. She devoted her entire life to nursing.

In addition to her parents, Cecil and Ethel Kennedy, she was preceded in death by her husband, Benny Cantrell.

Those left to cherish her memory include: one daughter, Crystal Day of Grundy, Virginia; one son, Jared Cantrell and wife Alyssa of Breaks, Virginia; four grandchildren, Indya Hatfield and husband Matthew, Kennedy Waddell, Cody Waddell and Julie Day, and Irelyn Cantrell; four great-grandchildren, Aubree Stiltner, Carter Stiltner, Madelyn Hatfield, and Scarlett Waddell. She is also survived by special friends, Chester and Vickie Ball.

There will be a visitation and service for Brenda Kay Cantrell, on Saturday, March 23, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Clint Stewart and Steve Cantrell officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Sunday, March 24, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia.

The entombment will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at the Mountain Rest Mausoleum, Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Brenda Kay Kennedy Cantrell.

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Doliver Mullins - August 16, 1954 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Doliver Mullins, age 69, of McDowell County, Paynesville, West Virginia, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on August 16, 1954, to the parents of the late Walker Mullins and Oma Allen Mullins. Doliver attended the Crossview Church of Christ in Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, and worked in the coal mining industry. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, doing yardwork, and the great outdoors.

In addition to his father and mother, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Maggie Matney and Peggy Wagner; and three brothers, Addison Mullins, Acie Mullins, and Oliver Mullins.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his loving wife, Sarah Mullins of Paynesville, West Virginia; son, Jermey Lester of West Virginia; stepson, Martin Mullens of Bradshaw, West Virginia; four sisters, Lucille Horn and husband Leon of Abingdon, Virginia, Dacie Stacy of Wolford, Virginia, Macie Sessions and husband Vic of Tennessee, and Media Blevins of Tennessee. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be a visitation and funeral service for Doliver Mullins on Sunday, March 17, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Hobert Kennedy officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.

Burial will follow in the Noah Mullins Cemetery, Paynesville, West Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Doliver Mullins.

Donations for funeral expenses may be made to the Virginia Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1111, Grundy, Virginia, 24614.

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Christopher Lee Hensley - January 10, 1971 - March 05, 2024

Departed: 03/05/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Christopher Lee Hensley, age 53, of Grundy, Virginia, passed away at his home on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

Born January 10, 1971, in Petersburg, Virginia, he was the son of Sylvia June Dotson Rowe and the late William Andrew Hensley. He was a Long-Haul Trucker in the Trucking Industry. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served in Desert Storm and a mechanic. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, the great outdoors, and spending time with his family.

In addition to his father, William Andrew Hensley, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lester and Ella Hensley; maternal grandparents, Willie and Hazel Dotson.

Those left to cherish his memory include: one daughter, Brittany Barlow and husband Brett of Bristol, Tennessee; one grandson, Waylon Barlow of Bristol, Tennessee; mother, June Rowe and husband Doyle of Grundy, Virginia; one sister, Kimberly Mullins and husband Wesley of Conaway, South Carolina; one brother, William Dotson Hensley and wife Tabitha of Hurley, Virginia; two nieces, Sydney Ford and Maegyhn Mullins; and one nephew, Nathan Andrew Mullins. He is also survived by several cousins.

There will be a private service at a later date with Ken Runyon officiating.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Christopher Lee Hensley.

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Johnny Franklin Stacy - October 18, 1959 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Johnny Franklin Stacy, age 64, of Grundy, Virginia, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, at the Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky.

Born October 18, 1959, in Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, he was the son of Lorraine Charles Stacy and the late John Henry Stacy.

Johnny was a lifelong resident of Buchanan County and was of the Baptist Faith. He enjoyed coon hunting, fishing, woodworking, gardening, riding horses, and spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his father, John Henry Stacy, he was preceded in death by his wife, Terri Lynn Stacy; son, Jonathan Stacy; brother, Doug Stacy, and brother-in-law, Everette (Tiny) Crawford. He was also preceded in death by several aunts and uncles.

Those left to cherish his memory include: one daughter, Jessica Edwards and husband Cody of Grundy, Virginia; one son, Matthew Stacy and Shannon Stiltner of Grundy, Virginia; two granddaughters, McKenna Justus of Grundy, Virginia, and Alana Ratliff of Grundy, Virginia; one grandson, Jonathan Reece Stacy of Grundy, Virginia; mother, Lorraine Stacy of Grundy, Virginia; two sisters, Joyce Crawford of Hurley, Virginia, Sandra Ward and husband Ricky of Hurley, Virginia; three brothers, Jimmy Stacy of Grundy, Virginia, Billy Stacy of Bristol, Virginia, and Chris Stacy of Grundy, Virginia; two nephews, Shane Crawford and Michael Crawford. He is also survived by several cousins and a host of friends.

There will be a visitation and service for Johnny Franklin Stacy on Thursday, March 7, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with James Stacy, Danny Cooper Justus, Roger Coleman, Toy Looney, Danny Hurley, and Steve Baker officiating. The family will receive friends at 7:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Friday, March 8, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Justus Cemetery, Brushy Fork Road, Hurley, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Johnny Franklin Stacy.

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Paul Quencie Hogston - January 26, 1937 - February 28, 2024

Departed: 02/28/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Paul Quencie Hogston, age 87, of the Slate Creek area, Grundy, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Born January 26, 1937, in Buchanan County, Jacks Creek, Virginia, he was the son of the late Carl Clarence Hogston and Annie Larie Varney Hogston.

He was a lifelong resident of Buchanan County, a retired coalminer, and a member of the UMWA Local 1509. Paul was a member of the Home Creek Old Regular Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He loved working in his garden and spending time with his children and grandbabies.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Phyllis Justus Hogston; second wife, Betty Justice Hogston; one daughter, Paula Mae Hogston; two step-children, Lynn Stacy and Gary Rife; two grandsons, Darvel Mounts and Christopher Blankenship; one step-grandson, Jonathan Stacy; one great-grandson, Daniel Blankenship; five sisters, Mary Cox, Geneva Hogston, Joyce Coleman, Melster Hogston, and Kathy Blair; and two brothers, Douglas Hogston, and Onis Hogston.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his wife, Hazel Stacy Hogston of Grundy, Virginia; two sons, Timmy (Crystal) Hogston of Hurley, Virginia, and Rick (Lou) Hogston of Valdese, North Carolina; three daughters, Naomi (Johnny) Gillespie of Gamewell, North Carolina, Shelia (James) Wolford of Stone, Kentucky, and Judy (Roy) Stacy of Grundy, Virginia; two step-sons, Jimmy (Peggy) Rife of Lexington, North Carolina, and Jerry Rife of Lexington, North Carolina; two sisters, Barbara (Harold) Keen of Rowe Virginia, and Bonnie Sue Slone of Saltville, Virginia; and one brother, Cecil Hogston of California, Kentucky. He is also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

There will be a visitation and service for Paul Quencie Hogston on Sunday, March 3, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Jimmy Stacy, Larry Puckett, Carson Wright, Rick Mullins, Jimmy Sanders, Jackie Yates, Larry Gibson, Roger Coleman, Toy Looney, Jeffery Little, Jerry Overstreet, Harold Smallwood, and James Tackett officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, March 4, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

Special thanks to the Legacy Hospice, Richlands, Virginia.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Paul Quencie Hogston.

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Corey Shane Bailey - November 25, 1998 - February 24, 2024

Departed: 02/24/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Corey Shane Bailey, age 25, of Panther, West Virginia, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at his home.

Born November 25, 1998, in Bluefield, West Virginia, he was the son of Tammie Sue Justice Bailey and the late Michael Flem Bailey.

Corey owned and operated his own sawmill. He never met a stranger, he loved everyone. He enjoyed shooting guns, playing cards, shooting pool, game roosters, fishing, and being the life of the party.

In addition to his father, Michael Flem Bailey, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Carol Smith Justice; maternal grandfather, Dennis “Rockie” Justice; another maternal grandfather, Thomas “Tommy” Mullins; paternal grandmother, Diana Justice Bailey; special uncle, Dewey “Buddy” Smith; and cousin, Summer Robinette and baby boy, Lane; and his canine companion, Piper.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his loving mother, Tammie Bailey (Phillip Pennington) of Panther, West Virginia; brother, Chase Bailey (Brittany Lockhart) of Panther, West Virginia; niece, Gabriella Lockhart of Panther, West Virginia; paternal grandfather, Flem Bailey of Panther, West Virginia; uncles, Steven Bailey ( Latasha) of Panther, West Virginia and Dennis Justice (Djuna) of Panther, West Virginia; aunt, Pam Bailey (Josh Blankenship) of Bradshaw, West Virginia; cousins, Christopher Bailey (Maggie) of Panther, West Virginia, and their children, Addy, Kaidan, and Emma, Luke Bailey (Kara Harvey) of Panther, West Virginia, Laura Bailey (Sage) of Bull Creek, West Virginia, Bella Coleman of Bradshaw, West Virginia, Silas Bailey of Panther, West Virginia, Caylee Dotson of Panther, West Virginia, Timothy Justice (Amber) of Isaban, West Virginia, Aidan Justice of Isaban, West Virginia, Alyshia Justice (Kevin Mullins) of Clintwood, Virginia, Lincoln Mullins of Clintwood, Virginia, Savannah Robinette (Jamie Groves) of Princeton, West Virginia, and Kaysen Groves and Mason Andrigo of Princeton, West Virginia; second father and special friend, Tom Mullins of Beartown, West Virginia; his canine companions, Bear and Pickle. He is also survived by too many friends and family to list.

There will be a visitation and service for Corey Shane Bailey, on Friday, March 1, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Panther Missionary Baptist Church in Panther, West Virginia, with Joey Morgan officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, March 2, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Panther Missionary Baptist Church in Panther, West Virginia, with burial to follow at the Bailey Cemetery, McDowell County, Panther, West Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Corey Shane Bailey.

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Gladys Juanita Matney - July 31, 1946 - February 16, 2024

Departed: 02/16/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Gladys Juanita Blankenship Matney, age 77, of Cedar Bluff, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home, with her loving family by her side on Friday, February 16, 2024.

Born July 31, 1946, in Grundy, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late John Blankenship and Bertha Bailey of Hurley, Virginia.

Gladys was of the Christian Faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty years, Johnny Matney; one son, Scottie Matney; one grandson, Patrick Matney; four brothers, Amos, A.C., Paul Jr., and Elmer Blankenship; three sisters, Oma Blankenship, Ethel Belcher, and Brenda Justus.

Those left to cherish her memory include: one son, Jimmy Matney of Hurley, Virginia; three daughters, Kimberly Thompson and husband Brian of Roanoke, Virginia; Crystal Matney Horn and husband DJay of Grundy, Virginia, and Emily Matney of Pikeville, Kentucky; four grandchildren, Paige Matney Deel and husband Patrick of Grundy, Virginia, AOAN Jonathan David Horn of the USS Nimitz Bremerton, Washington; Camryn James Horn of Grundy, Virginia, and Elijah Azeriah Jacob Horn of Grundy, Virginia; and three great-grandchildren, Christian, Dustynn, and Stella Deel of Grundy, Virginia.

There will be a visitation and service for Gladys Matney on Thursday, February 22, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Elders Danny Hurley, Danny McCoy, David Lester, Josh Justus, Jr., and James Stacy officiating, with all Old Regular Baptist Elders invited. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Morgan Matney Cemetery, Old Guesses Fork Road, Hurley, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be AOAN Jonathan Horn, Camryn Horn, Patrick Deel, Jake Blankenship, Mark Matney, and Adam Stiltner.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Matney, Djay Horn, Brian Thompson, and JJ Justus. Now absent from the body, but present with the Lord, The silver cord is broken, with the Angels I have soared, To my Lord I’ve been faithful, my reward awaits for me, For my fight has been good, now I am happy in Eternity, Let not my parting grieve you, for I strived for this day, I got my first taste of Heaven, when I bowed down to pray, My journey now has ended, I’ve gave to God all my thanks,

Precious in the sight of the Lord, is the death of his Saints. Elder, Danny Hurley

Special thanks to her doctor, Tara Matney and her caregiver, Ethel Williams.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Gladys Juanita Blankenship Matney.

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Lydia Justus - July 27, 1939 - February 15, 2024

Departed: 02/15/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Lydia Matney Justus, age 84, of Hurley, Virginia, went to her Heavenly Home on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the Heritage Hall Nursing Home, Grundy, Virginia.

Born July 27, 1939, at Hurley, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Henry Matney and America Mullins Matney. Lydia was a lifelong resident of Buchanan County and was of the Christian Faith. She was a member of the Little Dove Old Regular Baptist Church at Hurley, Virginia. She was a homemaker and enjoyed going to church and spending time with her family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Carl Matney, Junior Matney, and Ernie Matney; two sisters, Naomi Spencer and Charlotte Rife; and half-sister, Pearl Tate.

Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband of 66 years, Charles Justus; three sons, Michael (Debbie) Justus of Hurley, Virginia, Richard Justus of Hurley, Virginia, and Joey Justus of Alexandria, Kentucky; three granddaughter, Candice Connolly, Carissa Justus, and Elaina Justus; three great-granddaughters, Elizabeth Connolly, Bethany Connolly, and Morissyn Justus; one brother, Paul (Pam) Matney of Mt. Rose, Michigan; two sisters, Ruby (Dave) Hampton of Bedford, Virginia, Ada Clevinger of Richmond, Virginia; and special brother-in-law, Doug (Diana) Clevinger. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

There will be a visitation and service for Lydia Justus on Sunday, February 18, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Little Dove Old Regular Baptist Church, Guesses Fork Road, Hurley, Virginia, with Elders Danny Hurley, Danny McCoy, and David Lester officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted, on Monday, February 19, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Little Dove Old Regular Baptist Church, Hurley, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Morgan Matney Cemetery at Barbecue, Old Guesses Fork Road, Hurley, Virginia.

Active Pallbearers will be Andy Clevinger, Jason Connolly, Chad Hurley, David Hurley, Bradley Matney, and Bruce Mounts.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Lydia Matney Justus.

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Margaret Lee Matney - November 06, 1948 - February 14, 2024

Departed: 02/14/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Margaret Lee Watson Matney, age 74, of Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Margaret was born on November 6, 1948, in McCarr, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Walter Watson and Dialpha Spencer Watson.

Margaret was a member of the Little Prater Church of Christ and a substitute teacher for the Buchanan County School System. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, which brought her so much joy.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Ollie Rowe, Shelby Varney, Ruth Holschbach, and Louise Dotson; and five brothers, Ronnie Watson, Richard Watson, Gary Watson, Rodney Watson, and Gene Watson.

Those left to cherish her memory include, her loving husband of 51 years, Donald Matney of Grundy, Virginia; one daughter, Alicia Dawn Owens and husband Shawn of Grundy, Virginia, four grandchildren, Shawna Hess and husband Derek of Lebanon, Virginia, Kristen Matney and companion Jordan French of Bristol, Tennessee, Trevor Hibbitts and Trey Hibbitts, both of the home, Grundy, Virginia; and four great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Hess and Gabe Hess of Lebanon, Virginia, and Jackson French and Jace French of Bristol, Tennessee; one sister, Janet Thacker and husband Eddie of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; two brothers, Michael Watson of Belfry, Kentucky, and Jimmy Watson of Belfry, Kentucky.

She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be a visitation and service for Margaret Lee Matney on Saturday, February 17, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel, Grundy, Virginia, with Ken Runyon and Gerald Vanover officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Sunday, February 18, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with entombment to follow at the Mountain Rest Mausoleum, Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Derek Hess, Shawn Owens, Trevor Hibbitts, Jordan French, and Randall Smith, Jr.

Honorary pallbearers include the staff of Legacy Hospice, Richlands, Virginia, and Elders and Deacons of the Little Prater Church of Christ.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Margaret Lee Watson Matney.

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Lisa "Sue" Smith - April 20, 1963 - February 11, 2024

Departed: 02/11/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Lisa “Sue” Smith, age 60, of Buchanan County, Hurley, Virginia, went to her Heavenly Home on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at the Buchanan General Hospital, Grundy, Virginia.

Lisa was born on April 20, 1963, in Grundy, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Herbert Cline and Dixie Marie Davis Cline.

Lisa was a member of New Beginning In Jesus Name Church at Hurley, Virginia. She was a loving wife, Mother, and grandmother.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Angela Marie Smith; one sister, Bonnie Cline; and three brothers, Ray Cline, Junior Cline, and Roger Cline.

Those left to cherish her memory include, her loving husband of forty-four years, Richard Smith of Hurley, Virginia; daughters, Tonya Duty and husband Ronnie of Hurley, Virginia, Tosha O’Quinn and husband Corbitt of Grundy, Virginia; two grandsons, Alex and Josh Duty of Hurley, Virginia; one granddaughter, Breonna Hensley of Hurley, Virginia; four sisters, Dolly Stosic of Maryland, Glenda Justus and husband Jerry of Hurley, Virginia, Elizabeth Cline of Hurley, Virginia, and Teresa Cline and Shane Shrader of Hurley, Virginia; and five brothers, Mike Cline and wife Ollie of Bradshaw, West Virginia, Thurman Cline of Hurley, Virginia, Randy Joe Cline of Hurley, Virginia, Terry Cline and wife Tonya of Hurley, Virginia, Mark Cline and wife Jenny of Hurley, Virginia, and Steve Cline and wife Laverna of Hurley, Virginia. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be a visitation and service for Lisa Smith on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, and Thursday, February 15, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the New Beginning In Jesus Name Church at Hurley, Virginia, with Wilburn Dotson and Mike Smith officiating. The family will receive friends both evenings at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Friday, February 16, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at the New Beginning In Jesus Name Church at Hurley, Virginia, with burial to follow at the Cline Family Cemetery, Knox Creek Drive, Hurley, Virginia.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Lisa “Sue” Smith.

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Barbara Gail Matney - August 30, 1968 - February 05, 2024

Departed: 02/05/2024 (GRUNDY)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Gail Lester Matney, age 55 of Buchanan County, Grundy, Virginia, went to her Heavenly Home on Monday, February 5, 2024, at the Clinch Valley Medical Center in Richlands, Virginia.

Barbara was born on August 30, 1968, in Grundy, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Stewart Reed Lester and Anne Cosby Stacy Lester.

Barbara was a member of the Little Prater Church of Christ and the Busy Bees. She enjoyed cooking, traveling, and fishing. She loved spending time with her family most of all.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Gregory Lester.

Those left to cherish her memory include, her loving husband of thirty-nine years, Harrison Matney of Grundy, Virginia; one daughter, Alice Leann Matney of Grundy, Virginia; one grandson, Bryson Stevens of Grundy, Virginia; two granddaughters, Cherish of Phelps, Kentucky, and Shyann of Grundy, Virginia; special children to Barbara, Christian of Grundy, Virginia, Jimmy of Grundy, Virginia, and Natalie of Grundy, Virginia; and one brother, Bryan Lester and wife LeAnn of Grundy, Virginia; and best friend, Patricia Breeding of Grundy, Virginia. She is also survived by one uncle, one aunt, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

There will be a visitation and service for Barbara Matney on Saturday, February 10, 2024, 7:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home Chapel with Ken Runyon and Hobert Kennedy officiating. The family will receive friends at 6:00 P.M.

A funeral service will be conducted on Sunday, February 11, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at the Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Virginia, with entombment to follow at the Mountain Rest Mausoleum, Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mike Davis, Gary Balch, family, and friends.

The Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is honored to serve the family of Barbara Gail Lester Matney.

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The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a short paragraph.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help to personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department or website to learn about their submission guidelines and deadlines. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication.

Can I write an obituary before someone passes away?

Yes, it's possible to write an obituary in advance. This can be helpful for people who want to have control over how they are remembered or for those who want to spare their loved ones from having to write it during a difficult time.

Is it necessary to publish an obituary in a newspaper?

No, it's not necessary to publish an obituary in a newspaper. Many people choose to publish online obituaries or share the news through social media or personal networks.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers often charge by the word or line, while online platforms may offer free or paid options.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, it's difficult to make changes to an obituary once it's been published. However, some online platforms may allow for corrections or updates.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers typically have deadlines for submission, while online platforms may publish immediately.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, including quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can add a personal touch to the obituary.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. It may not include as much detail as a full obituary.

What is a memorial page?

A memorial page is an online space where friends and family can share memories, photos, and condolences for the deceased. It may be created by the family or through an online obituary platform.

How do I find an old obituary?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or websites that specialize in genealogy research. Local libraries or historical societies may also have access to archived newspapers and records.

Can I republish an old obituary?

If you have permission from the original publisher or copyright holder, you may be able to republish an old obituary. Be sure to check copyright laws and regulations before doing so.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice announcing a person's death and providing biographical information. A eulogy is a speech or written tribute delivered at a funeral or memorial service to celebrate the person's life.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, including humorous anecdotes or personality traits can help to capture the essence of the deceased and make the obituary more engaging.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

Contact the publication or platform where the obituary was published as soon as possible to report any errors or inaccuracies. They may be able to correct the mistake and republish the revised version.

Can I create an online memorial for my pet?

Yes, many online platforms offer options for creating memorials for pets. These can be a meaningful way to honor your beloved companion and share memories with others.

What is the purpose of an online guestbook?

An online guestbook allows friends and family to leave messages of condolence, share memories, and sign their name in remembrance of the deceased. It provides a digital space for people to express their sympathy and support.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Yes, social media can be a convenient way to share news of a loved one's passing with friends and acquaintances. You can post a link to the online obituary or share a brief summary along with your own message of condolence.

How long will an online obituary remain available?

The duration that an online obituary remains available varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep them indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period of time.