Obituaries

Jul 18, 2026

On Saturday, July 18, 2026, Jennifer Lemon Witcher departed this life and entered into eternal rest at Franklin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Rocky Mount, Virginia. She was born on December 28, 1954 in Franklin County, Virginia to the late Posie Lemon and Arlene Moorman Lemon and was educated in the Franklin County Public School system. 

At an early age she...

Jul 16, 2026

Jul 15, 2026

Serve the Lord with gladness; come before His presence with singing.

Know ye that the LORD He is God; it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving; and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him, and bless His name

For the...

Jun 27, 2026

Priscilla Page Hughes, 76, went to be with the Lord on Saturday June 27, 2026. She was born on June 3, 1950, in Pittsylvania County. She was the daughter of the late Robert Lee Hairston and Desdmonia “Peggy” Page Robertson.

She was married to the late Joe Phillips Hughes.

She was a faithful member of North New Hope Baptist Church where she...

Jun 19, 2026

Obituary

“He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.” Psalm 91:15–16 (KJV)

On Friday, June 19, 2026, God, in His calm and gentle manner, sent His angels to claim His faithful servant, Deacon Charles...

May 19, 2026

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Deacon James Wesley Muse, 87, peacefully transitioned from this life at home in Rocky Mount, Virginia. Born on May 8, 1939, he was the oldest of seven siblings born to the late Webster Muse and Virginia Velma Muse. In addition to his parents, Deacon Muse was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years,...

May 17, 2026

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May 8, 2026

Forever in our hearts, your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure and a life well - lived. God saw that you were getting tired and sent his angel to bring you to his Heavenly home.

Minister Ruth Holland Taylor 73 departed this earth on May 8, 2026. She was the youngest of three siblings born on September 13, 1952,...

Apr 18, 2026

Apr 13, 2026

“Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted” Matthew 5:4



James E Belcher one son born to Samuel and Junior Belcher on October 28, 1946. He was a husband father brother, uncle cousin and friend too many on April 13, 2026 after battling with health issues his soul was ready to rest. He closed his eyes and blew out...

Mar 25, 2026

Obituary for Margaret Jones Muse

Margaret Jones Muse departed this life on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, and went home to be with the Lord. She was born on August 16, 1921, in Franklin County.

Margaret was one of twelve children born to the late Rev. James and Mary Saunders Jones of the Coles Creek area of Franklin County. She was united in...

Mar 22, 2026

On Sunday, March 22, 2026, James William O'Neal, Jr departed this life at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA. Born in Rocky Mount, VA on December 21, 1958, he was a son of the late James William O'Neal, Sr. and the late Lillie Saunders O'Neal.  

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Charlie H. O'Neal; and brothers in-law, Johnny...

Mar 15, 2026

Florine T. Muse

Sunrise: June 2, 1941

Sunset: March 15, 2026

Florine T. Muse peacefully entered eternal rest on March 15, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 2, 1941, and lived a life rooted in faith, love, and service to others.

Florine received her education through the ninth grade and went on to work...

Mar 13, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Edward (Ed) B. Phillips, who passed away on March 13th, 2026, at the age of 87 in Rocky Mount, VA.

Born on January 25th, 1939, in Providence RI to Edward and Lily Ann (Alexander) Phillips; husband of Frances A. (Young) of 59 years. Ed was the oldest of six brothers...

Mar 3, 2026

Feb 25, 2026

Mr. Alvin Monty Muse departed from his earthly home on the morning of Wednesday, February 25th, 2026. He was born on December 28th, 1948 to the late Mr. William Coleman and Hattie Eleanor Muse. He was preceded in death by both of his parents, brothers Arthur and Jeffrey Muse, sister Marion Tyree and Brother in love, Wayne Tyree.

Born as the...

Feb 19, 2026

Laura was born and raised in Virginia where the family grew tobacco and raised chickens. She moved to Pittsburgh, PA after high school where she lived with her sisters. Soon after that, she moved to California with her sister Ella. She met and married Leo Humphrey and had three children. She worked in the garment industry as a seamstress for...

Feb 17, 2026

OBITUARY

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

2 Timothy 4:7-8

On February 17, 2026, our Heavenly Father...

Feb 14, 2026

Glenn Autry “Pulo” Cook September 3, 1943 - February 14, 2026

Glenn Autry Cook, affectionately known as “Pulo”, entered his eternal rest on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at his home on Circle Creek Road in Penhook, Virginia. He was born on September 3, 1943 in Pittsylvania County, Virginia to the late Rosie B. Cook.

At an early age, Pulo professed his faith...

Feb 5, 2026

Raymond Curtis age 72 of Hardy Virginia, passed away on February 5th 2026 at Carillon Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born August 24th 1953 to the late Charles William Curtis, and Lula Bell Curtis. He was also preceded in death by one sister Charlene Williams.

Raymond is survived by his wife Estelle Bond Curtis of the home, sister; Mary Harris of...