8 • Piedmont Shopper© • APRIL 14th - 20th, 2016
Obituaries
“For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.” - Romans 14:8
Sudie Shelton Pettibone
Sudie Shelton Pettibone, age 66 , of 2781 Mill Creek Rd. Chatham, entered into rest on April 9, 2016 at her residence in Chatham after a few years of declining health. She was born on December 25, 1949, in Pittsylvania County, the daughter of the late George Preston Shelton and the late Annie Craft Shelton. She was a member of Sheva Church of Christ. She enjoyed animals, especially cats. She also loved working with flowers. She is survived by her special friend, Bruce Taylor of Chatham; sister, Ann Shelton Robinson; two brothers, John Hurt Shelton and his wife Linda, George Kennedy Shelton and his wife Lynne, all of Chatham; two nieces, Cindy Marie Shelton, Christina S. White and her husband Jason; two nephews, Joshua T. Shelton and Zachary D. Shelton; a great-niece, Aislyn B. McGinnis; and a great-nephew, Jackson S. White. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Lou Shelton. Graveside services will be conducted at Sheva Church of Christ Cemetery on Wednesday April 13, 2016 at 2:00 pm with Minister Mickey Witcher officiating. The family will receive friends at the residence of George and Lynne Shelton, 1713 Transco Rd. Chatham. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the S.P.C.A. of Pittsylvania County, P.O. Box 936 Chatham, VA 24531. The family would like to say a special thanks to Whitney, Tarsha, and Kathy of Liberty Hospice Care. Scott Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Chatham is serving the Pettibone family. scottfuneralhomechatham.com.
Ret. Sgt. Haywood Lee Harper
Ret. Sgt. Haywood Lee Harper, 75, of 155 Bell Drive, Danville, Va. passed away Monday, April 4, 2016, at his residence. He was born January 28, 1941 in Pittsylvania County, Va. to Sallie Morrison Harper and the late Willie Lewis Harper, Sr. Mr. Harper was also predeceased by his brothers, John A. Harper and Franklin D. Harper; and his brother-in-law, Joseph Harris. He was married to Dorris L. Harper. Prior to his retirement in June 1987, Mr. Harper proudly served his country for 27 years in the US Army. Mr. Harper is survived by his daughters, Deborah Moore-Tiko and Angela Harper-Mills, both of Greensboro, N.C.; his son, Scott L. Harper of Georgia; his sisters, Betty Gofney and Rena Daniels, both of Baltimore, Md., Sallie Harris of Danville, and Gloria Smith of Atlanta, Ga.; his brother Willie L. Harper, Jr. of Danville; as well as nine grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. He also leaves to cherish his memory, his aunt, Hazel Price, of Camden, NJ, as well as host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Norris
service in the Heritage Room at the church.
Funeral Services, Mt. Hermon Chapel with Rev. Kevin McNeill officiating and music provided by Rodney Harper and Carl Mills. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, 3995 Franklin Tpke., Danville is serving the Harper family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral. com.
Goldie Mae Warren Alvis
April 16, 2016 at Norris Funeral Services, Mt. Hermon Goldie Mae Warren Alvis, Chapel with Rev. James E. 86, of 100 Ro- Stewart officiating. Interrer St., Cha- ment will follow at Hightham, Va. land Burial Park, Danville, passed away Va. p e a c e f u l l y The family will receive s u r r o u n d e d friends from 6:30 – 7:30 by her chil- p.m. on Friday, April 15, dren on April 2016 at Norris Funeral Ser4, 2016 at vices, Mt. Hermon Chapel, Chatham Health and at other times at the and Rehabilitation Center. residence 2126 Baxter St., She was born February 17, Danville, Va. 1930 in Danville, Va. to the Norris Funeral Services, late Effie Howard Warren Inc. and Crematory, Mt. and the late Charlie Warren. Hermon Chapel, 3995 She was also predeceased Franklin Tpke., Danville is by her husband Thomas serving the Swann family. Eugene Alvis in 1996. Mrs. Online condolences may be Alvis was a member of The made at www.norrisfuneral. Tabernacle, where she was com. a Sunday School teacher for many years. Mrs. Alvis is survived by her Norma Wilkinson daughter, Linda Kimbro of Danville; her son, Michael Coston T. Alvis (Gail) of Ring- Norma Wilkinson Coston, gold, Va.; three sisters; one age 91 of 425 brother; and her grandchilBeckham dren, Taylor Alvis (Linette), Court, DanJohn Alvis (Kristin) and ville passed Lindsay Kimbro Brooker away Sun(Michael). day, April 10, A memorial service will be 2016 at her held at 3 p.m. Thursday, residence. April 7, 2016 at Deeper Life She was born Fellowship Church, with November 22, Rev. Freddie Vicks officiat- 1924 in Michigan to the late ing. The family will receive George Wilkinson and the friends from 7 p.m. to 9 late Josephine Mars Wilkinp.m. Wednesday, April 6, son. Mrs. Coston was mar2016 at her grandson Taylor ried to the late Laurence A. Alvis’ residence, 129 Tusca- Coston, Sr. Norma was of rora Lane, Danville. the Methodist Faith. The family respectfully Mrs. Coston is survived by suggests memorial dona- two sons, John Coston and tions be made to The Dan- Laurence A. Coston, Jr. ville Life Saving Crew, 202 (Kathy), both of Danville, Christopher Lane, Danville, two grandchildren and one VA 24541. great-grandchild. Norris Funeral Services, In addition to her parents Inc. and Crematory, Mt. and husband she was preHermon Chapel, 3995 deceased by two sister and Franklin Tpke., Danville four brothers. is serving the Alvis family. A memorial service will Online condolences may be be held 7:00 p.m., Friday, made at www.norrisfuneral. April 15, 2016 at Norris Fucom. neral Services, Inc. West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave., Danville, VA 24541. Norris Funeral Services, Charlie Morton Inc. and Crematory, West Swann, Jr. End Chapel, 511 Church Charlie Morton Swann, Jr. Ave. Danville is serving the (known by Coston family. Online conhis friends dolences may be made at and family www.norrisfuneral.com. as “Tootsie” or “Mike”), 92, of 2126 Jerome Baxter St., Danville, Va. Henderson passed away Jerome Henderson, 60, of Sunday, April 847 Pine 10, 2016, at Danville ReSt., Dangional Medical Center. He ville, VA, was born February 11, 1924 died, Friin Danville, Va. to the late day, April 1, Frannie Vaden Swann and 2016 at the the late Charlie Morton Danville Swann, Sr. He was married Regional to the late Pearl Hairston Medical Swann. Prior to moving Center. to Pittsburg, PA, he was a Born June member of Shiloh Baptist 30, 1955 in Danville, VA, he Church. He lived in Pitts- was the son of the late Dewburg, PA for 52 years work- ey Henderson, Sr. and Ellen ing for the city of Pittsburg Elder Henderson. in the Sanitation Depart- He was a Veteran of the ment before returning to United States Navy. Danville. Survivors include three sisMr. Swann was the last sur- ters, Deborah Henderson, viving member of his gener- Sharon Henderson and ation. He is survived by his Wanda Henderson, all of daughter, Patricia J. Lip- Danville, VA; one brother, scomb and husband, Dale of Dewey Henderson, Jr. of Milton, NC and a number of Danville, VA and a host of nieces and nephews, includ- other relatives and friends. ing a special and devoted The family will receive niece Ernestine Payne. In friends at the residence of addition to his parents and his sister, Wanda Henderwife, he is predeceased by son at 238 Prospect St., four sisters, Laura Ford, Danville, VA. Helen Plummer, Clara A Memorial Service will be Richardson, and Fannie Al- held on Saturday, April 9, haqq, as well as three broth- 2016 at 2 PM from the Chaers, George Vaden, Orlando pel of Fisher and Watkins and Leroy Swann. Funeral Home with Pastor Funeral services will be held Kenneth Wilson officiating. at 12:00 noon, Saturday, Military Honors by Navy
John D. “Jack” Sullivan
Honor Guard will follow. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Henderson family.
Lucinda Williams Motley
Lucinda Williams Motley, 85, of 152 J a m e s M o t l e y D r i v e , Pelham, NC died Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at Riverside H e a l t h Care Center. Born December 20, 1930 in Rockingham County, NC she was the daughter of the late Burley Williams and the late Bethany “Bessie” Abbott Williams. She was married to the late Jack Dillard Motley, Sr. Survivors include one brother, Joe Nathan Williams of Eden, North Carolina; two sons, Jack Dillard Motley, Jr. (Delphine) of Clinton, Maryland and Ronnie Lee Motley (Catheryn) of Pelham, North Carolina; one daughter, Marion Motley Mitchell (Donald) of Blanch, North Carolina; five grandchildren, Ramon Motley, Daryl Motley (Yvette), Tyrone Mitchell (Stephanie), Eric Mitchell (Tangela), and Stephen Mitchell; seven great-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by four brothers, Clem Williams, Henry Williams, Emmanuel Williams, James Williams; three sisters, Dorothy Williams Roach, Sallie Williams Sherrill and Gester Sue Williams. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 2:00 PM from Bluestone Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Roy Dennis officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Motley family.
Betsy Otis Curry
Betsy Otis Curry, 86, of Danville, Va. passed away Thursday, March 31, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jessel Curry; children, Buddy Curry, Lynn Hanson, and Christy Laing; grandchildren, Justin Curry, Jessel Curry, David Curry, Gabrielle Curry, Nicolas Hanson and Katherine Hanson; brothers, Gerry Otis(Joanne) and David Otis(June); along with several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by mother, Minnie D. Boggs and her father, Howard T. Otis; her sister, Jackie Saunier; and brother, Howard Otis. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 2 pm at First Baptist Church with the Reverend John Carroll officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. The family will receive friends an hour before the
John D. “Jack” Sullivan, born April 12, 1927 in Greensboro, N.C., p a s s e d away on F r i d a y April 8, 2016 after a decline in health for the past several months. He was the son of the late Harmon W. Sullivan and the late Lydia Hough Sullivan. He was a veteran of the U.S.M.C. 1ST Marine Division, 5th Regiment W.W.I.I., and the U.S.A.F., 526 F.I.S., squadron. Mr. Sullivan was married to Mildred “Mickey Reece” Sullivan who survives. In addition to his wife he is survived by a step-son, Howard Moore, and wife Lauren, of Danville, VA.; two stepdaughters, Cindy Anderson, and fiancée Gwyn, of Jacksonville, N.C., and Debbie Gentry, and husband Frank, of Providence, N.C.; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; cousins, June Trull, of Greensboro, N.C., and David Lee Sullivan, and wife Neeva, of FL.; and a niece, Marie Hill, of Brown Summit, N.C. Mr. Sullivan was an airplane mechanic for thirtyfour years and retired from Hughes Aircraft Co. in California. He loved aviation. He was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church in Brosville, VA. He was a lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 647 and a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 1097 in Danville, VA. He was past Commander of VFW Post 647, present Chaplain, and a VFW Cootie. He was past Chaplain of Post 1097 where he was also an Honor Guard member for thirteen years. He was a very Patriotic person. Mr. Sullivan played tennis with the Hackers tennis group and played until he was seventy-nine. He raised canaries, African Violets, and collected stamps as a hobby. He loved big band music, bluegrass and classic movies. He loved animals and had several dogs during his lifetime. He also leaves behind a dear friend, Jess Pixley, and his little girl Jennifer Widner Terry “Doodle-Bug.” He also leaves behind special friends, numerous stepnieces and nephews, and members of the different groups he was a part of. He will be greatly missed for all he did for everyone. A Funeral Service will be conducted on Monday, April 11, 2016, at 2:00 P.M. at the Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel with Pastors David Hatcher and Roger Ewing officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service and at other times at the residence, 781 Inman Rd., Danville, VA. Interment will follow in Danville Memorial Gardens with military honors conducted by the United States Army and the American Legion Dan River Post 1097 Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Danville Humane Society, P.O. Box 3352, Danville, VA., 24543. Luke 6:27-28, “But I say unto you which hear, love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.” Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel is respectfully serving the Sullivan family.
James “Papa” Thomas
James “Papa” Thomas, age 65, of 2355 Red Marshall Rd., Pelham, NC, died on April 07, 2016 at Moses Cone Hospital, Greensboro, NC surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 16, 1950, in Danville, VA, to the late Charles B. Thomas and Marion Lovelace Thomas. Mr. Thomas worked as a truck driver for Unifi Industries and was a member of Pelham United Methodist Church. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, farming, and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his sons, Scottie Thomas and wife Angie and David Thomas and wife Melissa; daughter, Tammie Thomas; grandchildren, Austin Thomas, Andy Thomas, Jacob Thomas, Madison Thomas, and Logan Thomas; adopted grandchildren, Makenzie Lewis, Mikayla Lewis, and Chase Lewis; and siblings, Jackie Overby of Ruffin and Hilda Justice of Pelham. In addition to his parents Mr. Thomas was predeceased by his wife, Barbara Thomas and brother, Dennis Thomas. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at Pelham United Methodist Church with Rev. Larry Durham officiating. Visitation will be held from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at the church on Saturday, April 09, 2016. At other times, the family will be at the residence, 2355 Red Marshall Rd., Pelham, NC. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Pelham Volunteer Fire Department, P O Box 97, Pelham, NC 27311 and Pelham United Methodist Church, P O Box 82, Pelham, NC 27311. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Thomas family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Robert Vincent Adkins
Robert
Vincent Adkins, age 50, of 313 Johnson Rd., Dry Fork, VA, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Centra Specialty Hospital in Lynchburg, VA. He was born on November 28, 1965, in Danville, VA, to Betty Adkins Daniel and the late Vincent Astor Kendrick. He was self-employed as a mechanic and siding installation. Mr. Adkins is survived by his mother, Betty Daniel; siblings, Gay Ann Adkins of Dry Fork, VA; Brenda Lee Gentry of Walnut Cove, NC; Betty Sue Mitchell of Morrison, TN; and Paul Fletcher Kendrick of Greensboro, NC; long-time companion, Amanda Willard; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, Mr. Adkins was predeceased by his sister, Pasty Ann Kendrick. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2016 at Barker Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Johnson officiating. Visitation will be held
from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at the funeral home. At other times, the family will be located at 3121 Twin Arch Dr., Danville, VA. Interment will follow in the Kendrick Family Cemetery, 273 Sailors Creek Road, Callands, VA. Barker Funeral Home is respectfully serving the Adkins family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Margaret Mills Gravely
Margaret Mills Gravely, age 82, of 3853 Still Meadow Road, A x t o n , died at her daughter’s residence on Friday, April 8, 2016. Born in Pittsylvania County on August 5, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Jack Edmond Mills and Flossie Mae Meadows Mills. On August 7, 1969 she married Robert Lee Gravely who predeceased her. In addition, she was predeceased by her first husband, Jack Milam Sr. She was a school bus drive for Pittsylvania County Schools for 43 years and was a homemaker. She attended the Church of God. Mrs. Gravely is survived by her children, Lillian Robertson and husband David of Keeling, Patricia Davis of Ringgold, Jack Milam and wife Joan of Keeling, Darlene Asbury and finance David Rowland of Ringgold and Sharon Hawker and husband Kenny of Keeling. Other survivors are her brother, William Milam of Danville, and her sisters, Barbara M. McCormick and husband J. D. of Ringgold, Lois M. Neal and Elsie M. Taylor of Danville; seventeen grandchildren; thirtythree great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was predeceased by a sister, Wyvonnie Milam Haley grandson, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter. Funeral service for Mrs. Gravely will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Barker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Albert Moser officiating and Rev. James Graham. Visitation will be held from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2016 at Barker Funeral Home. At other times, the family will be at her daughter, Pat Davis’ residence, 444 Davis Dr., Ringgold, VA. Interment will be in Highland Burial Park. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Charlie Lee Saunders, Jr.
Charlie Lee Saunders Jr., age 70, of 764 Poole Rd., Pelham, NC, p a s s e d away on Saturday, April 09, 2016 at his residence. He was born on December 23, 1945, in Danville, VA, to the late Charlie Lee Saunders Sr. and Jewel Marion Aaron Saunders. Mr. Saunders worked at Corning Inc. for 30 years in the forming department. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Saunders loved to play pool. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Elsie “Jean” Saunders; children, Charlie Lee “Chuck” Saunders III of Pelham, NC and Michelle Leigh Griffin of Isle of Palms, SC; brother, Jerry Dean Saunders of Edgewood, MD; and five grandchildren. In addition to his parents Mr. Saunders was predeceased by his daughter, Tamara Jean Hall; grandson, David A. Saunders; and brothers, Ronald Wayne Saunders and Eddie White Saunders. A memorial service will be
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conducted at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Swicegood Funeral Home with Pastor Robert J. Barber officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. At other times, the family will be at the residence, 764 Poole Rd., Pelham, NC. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Saunders family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Arstine Hyler Marshall
Arstine
Hyler Marshall, age 78, of 2058 Red Marshall Rd., Pelham, NC, went to be with her Lord on Sunday April 10, 2016 at Danville Regional Medical Center. She was born on March 23, 1938, in Cascade, VA, to the late Robert Giles Hyler and Sally Haynes Hyler. Mrs. Marshall worked in the retail industry and was a member of Lively Stones Baptist Church. She loved her Lord, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Marshall was a special caring Christian lady. She is survived by her sons, Jason Marshall of Danville, VA and Bruce Crowell of Mebane, NC; eight grandchildren; twelve greatgrandchildren; sister, Irene Gatewood; and step-children, Vickie Lee (Danny) and Rev. Avery L. Marshall (Clara). In addition to her parents Mrs. Marshall was predeceased by her husband, Alvin Marshall; sisters, Edna Hazelwood and Connie Barber; brothers, Jack Hyler and Wesley Hyler; step-daughter, Judy Hearp (Robert). Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at Lively Stones Baptist Church with Rev. Avery L. Marshall officiating. Visitation will be held from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. at Lively Stones Baptist Church on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. At other times, the family will be at the residence, 2058 Red Marshall Rd., Pelham, NC. Interment will follow in the Lively Stones Baptist Church Cemetery. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Marshall family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Bernice Patterson Elliott
Bernice Patterson Elliott, age 86 of 156 Forestdale Place, Danville, died April 9, 2016 at Danville Regional Medical Center. Born, September 23, 1929 in Pittsylvania County, she was the daughter of the late Ira Stanford Patterson and Kate Norton Patterson. She was a member of Mount Olivet United Methodist Church. She graduated from Whitmell Farm Life School and attended Averett College in Danville. She worked as a District Sales Manager for Avon and most recently as a Real Estate agent in Danville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Elliott, Jr., her daughter, Susan Elliott Shelton, and her brother, Carlton Patterson. She is survived by a daughter, Kathy Elliott Smith and husband Harold of Tyler, TX, son, Ben Elliott III and wife, Sheila of Danville, son-in-law, Mark Shelton, and wife Kathy of Danville. In addition, she is survived by six grandchildren; Kevin Smith of Arlington, TX, Brandon Smith of Tyler TX, Brandy Marilla of Danville, Jenny Arnn of Danville, Stacy Murphy of Chatham and Suzanne Shelton of Blairs, and twelve great-grandchildren. She is also survived
by a sister; Marie Patterson Wilson of Danville, a sisterin-law, Shirley Patterson of Danville, and a special friend, Dennis Gibson of Danville. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. from Townes Memorial Chapel with the Reverend Jimmy Calhoun officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Burial Park. The family will receive friends at Townes Funeral Home on Thursday, April 14, 2016 from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Mount Olivet United Methodist Church Building Fund, 229 Mount Olivet Lane, Danville, VA 24540 or a charity of your choice. Townes Funeral Home and Crematory, 215 West Main Street is serving the Elliott family.
Adele Kabat Nakdimen
Mrs. Adele Kabat Nakdimen, age 92 died Monday, April 11, 2016 at The Cypress of Raleigh. She was born in Logan, W. VA on January 20, 1924, a daughter of the late Samuel Kabat and Bess Ruth Kabat. Mrs. Nakdimen was married to the late Dr. Henry Nakdimen who died January 6, 1993. She was a member of Temple Beth Sholom, Wednesday Club, Women’s Dental Club and the Sisterhood of Beth Sholom. Mrs. Nakdimen attended the University of Ohio and Virginia Commonwealth University. Surviving are her daughter; Lynn N. Rosenthal of Raleigh, sister, Betty Lisson of Laguna Niguel, CA. Also surviving are three grandchildren. She was predeceased by two sons. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 12 noon at Green Hill Cemetery with ParaRabbinic Joann Howard officiating. Townes Funeral Home and Crematory, 215 West Main Street is serving the Nakdimen family.
“Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
Special thanks from the family of
Otis Joe Goins We would like to send out a special THANK YOU to all of our friends, family and coworkers for all of their overwhelming love and support that was shown during our father/grandfathers passing. It means so much to know that people really care and they are there to offer support when you need it most.
We sincerely thank you all, Carolyn McCurry, Sandy Moran, Joey McCurry, Alex Moran, Jessica Lacks, Haley Moran and our mother Geraldine Goins