The Roanoke Times

Brinker, Clovis "Dean" passed away peacefully at home on January 23, 2023 at the age of 73. Dean was preceded in death by his parents Oscar "Pete" Brinker, Vera Truby Brinker and brother Larry Brinker. He is survived by his wife Christalyn, stepchildren Nicholas (Jenae) Blumer, Alexandra (Brad) Thompson. Niece Tara Brinker Cullen and five grandchildren; Jack, Lukas, Liam, Finn and Dylan Belle. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation. A private family service will be held.

Mary Geneva Crouse, age 86, of Demorest, Georgia formerly of Christiansburg, Virginia went home to be with The Lord on Thursday, January 19, 2023. Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Macedonia United Methodist Church, 8578 Duncan Bridge Road, Cleveland, Georgia 30528. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chapel at 1370 Industrial Boulevard, Baldwin, Georgia 30511. Telephone: 706-778-7123.

Jimmie (Jim) Thomas Bishop of Bramwell, WV passed away peacefully at home on the morning of January 13, 2023. Jim was born on May 6, 1941 in Matoaka, WV to Clarence Glenwood Bishop and Pansy Lester Oaks Bishop. He later moved to Roanoke, VA where he graduated from William Fleming High School. A gifted athlete, he attended Gardner-Webb Jr. College on a football scholarship. From there he went on to wrestle at Appalachian State University. When an injury ended his wrestling career, Jim enlisted in the United States Navy and was stationed in Guam. After being honorably discharged he returned to his studies attending East Tennessee State University where he met his wife of 58 years, Joyce O'Dell...

The tri-state area of WV/VA/NC has lost a founding father of its aviation community with the passing of Frank Barber at age 96. Countless students learned to fly through his capable instruction, in both powered aircraft and gliders. Flight instructors had to pass inspection for their renewal certificates through his exacting exams. And CEOs of local corporations were flown to distant meetings by this jet-rated pilot. Frank was 10 years old when he had his first plane ride, a promotion paid for with 50 cents and 50 RC Cola caps. That short trip triggered his life-long love of flying and aircraft. Washing planes and other odd jobs around the airport financed his lessons, and he soloed when...

Elizabeth "Betsy" Perdue Thomas, 87, passed away December 22, 2022 at her home surrounded by family. Betsy was born January 10, 1935 in Bluefield, Virginia to Ruth and Bernard Perdue. She is a graduate of Graham High School, Bluefield, Virginia where she played cymbals as part of the Drum and Bugle Corps for the Graham High Marching Band, which was highlighted by participation in the 1951 Orange Bowl in Miami, FL. She then studied X-ray technology at Danville Memorial Hospital then moved to Roanoke, Virginia where she raised a family. After her children were older, she worked in retail cosmetics before transitioning to banking where she led a Collections group, a job at which she was...

Frank "Chubby" Anthony, Cirelli, Jr., 95, passed peacefully Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Hospice Savannah. Frank was born March 1, 1927, in Jersey City, N.J. He was one of four sons and four daughters born to parents, Franceso Antonio and Philomena Morsella Cirelli, all of whom preceded him in death Frank was a proud Navy Veteran of WWII. He loved playing baseball and golf... having accomplished several hole-in-ones in his eighties and nineties! He was an avid fan of his New York Giants who won their game for him right after he passed. Frank is survived by his daughters, Pamela R. Cirelli, Tybee Island, GA, and Leslie J. Cirelli, Savannah, GA. He is also survived by his pride and joy,...

Patricia Whinnery Barber, 92, passed away on December 8, 2022, after a fierce battle against RSV. She was born on January 9, 1930, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, to the late Walter Nathan Whinnery and Deborah Crawford Whinnery. She married her lifelong best friend, John Franklin Barber on October 25, 1947. Pat and Frank celebrated their 75 years together, the Diamond Wedding Anniversary, less than two months ago. Pat's life of adventure began in her early teens with horseback riding lessons and she became an accomplished equestrian. With her talent and skills, she guided many horses to blue ribbons. Later in retirement, she fulfilled a girlhood dream of owning a horse - in fact, she owned two....

"She is more precious than jewels. Nothing you desire can compare with her." Proverbs 3:15 On November 27, 2022, God called home our precious Patsy. Patsy Elizabeth Simpson Peters was born on April 19, 1946 in Clifton Forge, VA to the late George Oakley and Annie Lee (Sours) Simpson. Patsy is survived by her husband of 56 years, Joe, and daughter and son-in-law Amy and Lenny (Luongo). She also leaves behind her two brothers and sisters-in-law Charles Wayne and Catherine Simpson and Ronald Lee and Dreama Simpson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn Sue Simpson Buckner and her brother, George "Rudy" Oakley Simpson, Jr. Patsy also has many...

William "Bill" Kermit Warren, Jr., died Nov. 24 after an illness. Bill was 81 and had lived happily at St. Simons Island, Ga. for more than 17 years. Bill was a newspaper journalist for much of his life, working as a reporter and then editor for the Augusta, Ga. Chronicle, the Chattanooga Times and the Roanoke Times & World-News, where he retired as the paper's managing editor. A graduate of the University of Georgia, Bill was the recipient of many journalism awards, but his favorite part of his job was mentoring journalists. Among the many journalists he inspired is his own daughter. Bill also served in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a major. In Hawaii in the late 1960s, he served as...

JENKINS, Bettye Anne Brown, 82, of Henrico, VA, departed this life November 17, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew E. Sr. and Hannah Frances Brown and brother, Andrew E. Brown, Jr. Surviving are her daughter, Rev. Desiree A. Jenkins; brother, Francis T. Brown (Velva); nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 26 at Pilgrim Journey Baptist Church, 7204 Bethlehem Road. Rev. Angelo V. Chatmon, officiating. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com.

Melvin Delmer Jones, 92 , of Forest, died Sunday, November 6, 2022. He was the husband of the late Betty Jones. Melvin was born September 29, 1930 in Roanoke, a son of the late Henry and Minnie Jones. He served in the U.S. Army, was a manager for Westvaco Corporation until his retirement and a member of Timberlake United Methodist Church. Melvin is survived by his daughters, Debbie Wood (Gary) and Donna Bennett (Billy) all of Rustburg; sister, Mabel Flora, brother, John Jones, granddaughters, Courtney (Jacob) and Kristen; and three great-grandsons, Grayson, Nolan and Lawson. In addition to his wife and parents he was preceded in death by his sisters, Elva Mann, Goldie Overfelt and a...

Charles Elton took his last breath in Leesburg, Virginia, on Friday, October 28, 2022, with his family by his side. He was born on January 19, 1931, in Roanoke, Virginia, to William and Elizabeth Elton. He is survived by his daughter, Catherine Grossman, and grandson, Daniel Grossman, both of Leesburg, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maribel Sutherland, Elton. A virtual life celebration is being planned for January 7, 2023, at 3:00pm. For further details on the service and for a complete obituary please visit: https://virtualmemorialgatherings.com/memorial-services/charles-elton/

Brian Geoffrey Ketterer, age 64, passed away on October 4, 2022, following a long illness. His family is comforted knowing he's at peace. Brian was born on July 16, 1958, in Waynesboro, Virginia, to his mother Rita France Ketterer Greenstone and the late Dr. Charles Clifford Ketterer. Brian was the third of seven children. During the 60's and 70's era when he grew up, reality family TV shows were not 'a thing' so his mom and dad missed out on making bank. It's too bad - he and his friends and siblings would have made "That 70's Show" look tame. Still, there were many similarities like when Red caught the gang smoking. Brian had an exciting childhood and adolescence filled with boy scout...

Raymond Eugene Dyke Jr. "Sugaray" fell asleep in death Tuesday, September 27, 2022. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.

William C. Stott, Jr. of Charlottesville, Va. passed away in his home at Martha Jefferson House, Charlottesville, Va. on September 13, 2022 surrounded by family after suffering a stroke two weeks prior. William was born in 1932 to William and Hazel (Hawley) Stott in Wilson, N.C. William attended Lane HS in Charlottesville and The University of Virginia, graduating in 1954. He joined the Army and served in Korea. Returning home, he graduated from UVA Law School in 1959. After law school William took a job with Virginia National Bank starting a nearly 30-year career in banking ending as President of Colonial American National Bank, after which he returned to law until retiring gradually...

Rev. Wayne Wingfield, 85, of Lynchburg, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com

Ms. Margaret "Lois" Main, age 95, of Dalton, Georgia departed this life, Monday, August 29, 2022 at her residence. She was born February 22, 1927 in Roanoke, Virginia, a daughter of the late William Claude and Willie Gertrude Maxey Divers. She was also preceded in death by her husband John Calvin Main, sister Pauline Gordon. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Ann Brian of Manchester, TN, Kathy Davenport of Dalton, GA, Jennifer Fernandez of Florida; son, John Patrick Main of Chatsworth, GA; eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren. Graveside service will be held Friday September 2, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. from the Eton Cemetery with Reverend Bruce Beach officiating. Condolences may be...

Dorothy Stultz Poe passed away peacefully in her home on August 25, 2022. She is reunited in death with her husband of 38 years, Jim Poe. She leaves behind her greatest joys - her children James Baxley (Tanya Kostenko) Poe and Margi (Robert) Falconi; grandchildren Kelly Falconi, Robert (Sarah Jacobson) Falconi, April (Ed Mengel) Falconi, Laura (Kenny Brown) Falconi and Diana (Jay) Desai; and great-grandchildren Jake Falconi, Harper Falconi, Clare Mengel, Audrey Mengel and Elena Brown. Dottie was born on July 26,1930 in Washington DC into home that was always filled with music. She went on to earn a music degree from Mary Washington College and began a loving married life with Jim in...

Karen Glascock, 62, of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia passed in July 25, 2022 after a fierce battle with illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Eugene A. Hawthorne and mother, Judith J. Ashcraft.

Rosemary Asbury Bilyeu, 95 of Indianapolis, passed away on July 24, 2022. She was born on December 06, 1926 in Anderson, Indiana, to the late Ellis Franklin and Alta (Hedger) Asbury. She married her beloved Delford Doyle Bilyeu on June 14, 1947 in Anderson. During World War II, Rosemary trained with the Ball Memorial Cadet Nursing program and assisted Dr. Seth Ellis in his Anderson medical practice for several years. Later she worked with the Madison County Planning Commission . She was a talented homemaker and was famous among family and friends for her delicious yeast rolls. Rosemary loved bird-watching and traveling around the country with her husband in their RV. She was also an avid...

William G. Short, Jr. 78, of Waynesboro, VA passed away on Monday, July 18, 2022 at Hospice of Shenandoah. Mr. Short was born to the late William Gordon Short, Sr. and Annette Owens Short on May 6, 1944. Bill spent the majority of his career working for the state of Virginia in various locations such as JMU and Virginia Tech. He retired from Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved playing golf whenever he was given the opportunity. One of his favorite passions included restoring antique cars. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis St. Clair and a brother, Terry Short. Bill is survived by his devoted wife, Greta Short....