8 • Piedmont Shopper© • MAY 28th- JUNE 3rd, 2015
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
Ed Zavier Tscharne Lanier
Ray S. Lambert
Roger “Dale” McDaniel Roger “Dale” McDaniel, 55, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 15, 2015. He was born on October 9, 1959 in Danville, Virginia to the late Riley “Fuzz” McDaniel and the late Violet Stout McDaniel. Dale worked in the Textile Industry his entire life until his health started declining in 2009. He was of the Holiness Faith. Dale was an avid hunter and enjoyed gardening. He loved living life to the fullest but most of all he loved his family, Dale will be greatly missed. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Donnie McDaniel and niece, Betty Lee McDaniel. Dale is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Brenda Wilson McDaniel of the home; his son, Robby McDaniel of Cascade; his brother, Gordon McDaniel and wife, Kay of Ridgeway; his two sisters, Dorothy Chitwood of Cascade and Rita Jackson and husband, Joel of Hillsborough, NC; his half- brother, Wayne Stout of Tarboro, NC; mother-in-law, Alene Wilson of Axton; sisterin-law, Wendy Hutchens and husband, James of Archdale, NC; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 17, 2015 from 6-8 pm in the Swicegood Funeral Home Chapel and other times at the home. A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, May 18, 2015 at 2:00 pm in the Swicegood Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Alton Bartee officiating. Interment will follow the service in the CrossMcDaniel Family Cemetery in Axton, Virginia. Swicegood Funeral Home is respectfully serving the McDaniel Family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Garnett Lee Sinclair
Garnett Lee Sinclair, age 70, of 508 Charming Rd., Danville, VA, died on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Med-Star Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. He was born on March 24, 1945, in Danville, VA, to the late Henry T. Sinclair Sr. and Ruby Hutcherson Sinclair.
Mr. Sinclair was a retired truck driver and a veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by his brother, Henry T. Sinclair Jr. and wife Paulette; his sister, Vickie S. Riddle and husband Richard. A celebration of life will be held at 6:00 p.m. on June 13, 2015 at the residence of Mark Sinclair, 508 Charming Rd., Danville, VA. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Sinclair family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Albert Lester Dodd
Albert Lester Dodd, age 87, of 437 Ridgecrest Drive, Danville, died on Monday, May 18, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born in Danville on November 11, 1927, he was the son of the late Claude Cleveland Dodd and Kate Evans Dodd. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virginia Peavy Dodd. He was a member of Melville Baptist Church and had served his country well in the US Army. He had been a driver for the Lance company for over 32 years. In addition to his wife, Mr. Dodd is survived by his sons, Wayne Dodd and Jerry Dodd, and his sisters, Doris Barker and Agnes Vaughn, and his brother, Melvin Dodd. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Randy Dean Dodd. Funeral services for Mr. Dodd will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Barker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Richard Jenkins and the Rev. Charles Swanson officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Burial Park with military rites given by the American Legion Dan River Post 1097. The family will receive friends at Barker Chapel on Wednesday, May 20. 2015 from 6 – 8:00 p.m. and at other times will be at the residence.
“Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
Ray S. Lambert, age 85, of Brookwood Assistant Living, died on May 22, 2015 at Danville Regional Medical Center. He was born on October 17, 1929, in Alabama, to the late Robert Fanton Lambert Sr. and Effie Jones Lambert. Mr. Lambert was a retired postal worker, and he was a member of the Tabernacle Church in Alabama. He was a veteran of the United States Army where he served during the Koran War. He is survived by his wife, Joy Nell Lambert of Brookwood Assistant Living and daughter, Jennifer Owens and husband Mark of Ringgold, VA; grandchildren, Channon Marie Owens Loubriel of Danville and Sondra LeAnn Owens of Ringgold; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents Mr. Lambert was predeceased by his brother, Robert Fanton Lambert Jr. and sister, Gladys Lambert Gray. A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Swicegood Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held after the memorial service at the home of Channon Loubriel, 211 Vicar Dr., Danville, VA. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Lambert family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Pricie Whitt
Mrs. Pricie Whitt was born on June 6, 1919 to the late Charles Edward Lewis and Osie Newby Lewis. She worked at the Memorial Hospital, now Danville Regional Medical Center and Roman Eagle Nursing Home for many years as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She loved the healthcare industry. Mrs. Whitt is survived by her daughters, Inez Walton Moon Morgan (Ricky), Linda Walton Jones (Jerry), Brenda Walton Cosner (David), and Margaret Whitt Sigmon; her sons, Grover W. “Bill” Walton, Jr,. Earl E. “Butch” Walton and Wade W. Walton, Sr; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and greatgreat grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Whitt was predeceased by her first husband Grover W. Walton, Sr.; her second husband, Johnny E. Whitt; her daughter, Diane Walton Hamlet; her brothers,
Earnest Lewis, Hewitt Lewis, Otis Lewis, Elisha “Bill” Lewis; and her sisters, Pansy Lewis White and Louise Lewis Talbott. Funeral Services will be held at Swicegood Funeral Home at 2 pm Tuesday with Reverend Albert Moser officiating. Interment will follow at Danville Memorial Garden on 58 West. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service and at other times at the home of Brenda W. Cosner, 4706 South Boston Hwy., Ringgold, VA. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Whitt family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
Herbert Lester McDowell, Jr.
Herbert Lester McDowell Jr, “Jerry”, 74 of Providence, NC passed away on May 24th, 2015 after a decline in health over the past year. Mr. McDowell was born on November 15th, 1940. He was the son of the late Herbert Lester McDowell Sr. and Louise Ware McDowell. He lived all his life in Providence, N.C., where he farmed and also retired from Corning Glass Works in Danville, VA. He loved bass fishing and spending time at the Outer Banks of N.C. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Mark McDowell. Mr. McDowell is survived by his wife Janet McDowell of the home; and three sons, Herbert McDowell III of Pelham NC, John McDowell(Kimberly) of Rowland NC, Scott McDowell(Christina) of Pelham NC; five grandchildren, Elliott McDowell, Houston McDowell, Scotlyn McDowell, William McDowell and Peyton Barber. The family will receive friends at 2579 Seamster Road in Providence, N.C. on Wednesday, May 27th from 5p.m. until 8p.m. A private memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to AlamanceCaswell Hospice: 914 Chapel Hill Road, Burlington, NC 27215. Barker Funeral Home is respectfully serving the McDowell family. Please sign the guestbook at www.swicegood-barker. com, www.facebook.com/ swicegoodbarker.
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God’s is eternal life in Jesus our Lord.” Romans 6:23
Ed Zavier Tscharne Lanier, 2 months, of 127 Vaughn St., Eden, NC, died, Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, WinstonSalem, NC. He was born March 6, 2015 in Greensboro, NC to Leo Lanier, Sr. and Erica Farmer Lanier, who survives. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 12 Noon from Pleasant Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Jonathan King, Sr., officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Lanier family.
Alexandria, VA and Annie Warwick of Boydton, VA; two brothers, John Price and Moses Price, both of Danville, VA and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by two siblings, Beatrice Price and William H. Price. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 1:00 PM from the Chapel of Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home with Rev.Samuel Jamerson officiating. Interment will follow in Danville Memorial Gardens with full military rites by American Legion Post 29. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Price family.
Harold Junior Ketchum
Robert Frank Watkins, Sr.
Robert Frank Watkins, Sr., 87, of 252 Camp Grove, Danville, VA died Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Danville Regional Medical Center. He was born June 27, 1927 in Caswell County, NC, a son of the late John Thomas Watkins and the late Dorothy Doe WatkinsDejournette. He was formerly married to the late Louise Allen Watkins and later to the late Julia Ferguson Watkins. Survivors include one daughter, Dorothy MooreBatson (Frederick) of Port Washington, NY; one son, Robert Watkins, Jr. of Newport News, VA; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by one daughter, Jannett Thomas and one son, Jacob Watkins. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, May 25, 2015 at 2:00 PM from Gwynn’s Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. John Doe officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Watkins family.
David Eugene Price
David Eugene Price, 70, of 136 Kirkwood Drive, Danville, VA, died, Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at his residence. Born August 26, 1944 in Chatham, VA, he was the son of the late Hobard and Lucille Robinson Price. He was married to the late Sarah Reid Price. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include two daughters, Cynthia Johnson and Philshel Hairston, both of Danville, VA; two sons, David E. Price of KY and Deontae Price of Danville, VA; two sisters, Sarah Boyd of
Harold Junior Ketchum, age 76 of 406 Dula St., Danville went to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Danville Regional Medical Center. He was born August 3, 1938 in Bristol, VA to the late Ernest Ketchum and the late Ora Bowman Ketchum. Harold married the love of his life (Nancy Burnette Ketchum) over 52 years ago who survives of the residence. He was a gentleman (gentle man), a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend. He was a faithful attendee & supporter of the Lighthouse Bible Church. Mr. Ketchum retired from Overnite Transportation after 38 years of dedicated service. He was the recipient of the Mack Million Mile Club Award which is equivalent to forty times around the world safe driving. Harold loved sports especially Nascar racing and the Danville Braves. In addition to his loving wife he is survived by two daughters, Susan Ketchum and Jennifer Ketchum and companion Mike Davis all of Danville; two sisters, Mary Lou Cook and Dorothy Cassady both of Pelham, NC; two brothers, Ralph Ketchum and Kenneth Ketchum both of Danville; several nieces and nephews and a special cat B.B. The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 prior to the funeral service at Norris Funeral Service, Inc., West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave, Danville, VA 24541 and other times at the residence. Funeral services will be held 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services, Inc. West End Chapel with the Rev. W. L. Wade officiating. Interment will follow Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Danville Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Danville Life Saving and First Aid Crew Inc., 202 Christopher Lane, Danville, VA 24541 or Lighthouse Bible Church building fund 133 Woodberry Dr, Danville, VA 24540.
Piedmont Shopper© MAY 28th- JUNE 3rd, 2015 • 9 Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave. Danville is serving the Ketchum family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.
Louise Peck Creal
Louise Peck Creal, 96, of 125 Old Meadow Drive, Stanleytown, VA died Sunday, May 17, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Lawrenceville County, IL on April 25, 1919 to the late Perry Palmer Peck and May Phillips Peck. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Creal, and her two brothers, Phillips J. Peck and Roger D. Peck. She was a member of Bassett Memorial United Methodist Church for sixty years. Louise is survived by her son, William R. Creal, Jr. and his wife, Dawn Smith Creal of Reston; daughter, Kay Doenges Lord and her husband, Frank K. Lord, III of Winston-Salem, NC; their children, Frank K. Lord, IV and Edward P. Lord and his wife, Elizabeth Dempsey Lord and their children, Mac, Owen, and Clara Lord. The family is especially appreciative of the care provided by her friend and caregiver, Brenda Joyce, as well as Sharon Toney of the Legacy Hospice of the Piedmont, Danville, VA. A graveside service and burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park in Terre Haute, IN, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Legacy Hospice of the Piedmont, 363 Piney Forest Rd, Danville, VA, 24540. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville is serving the Creal family. Online condolences may be made at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
Donald “Donnie” Ray Knight
Donald (Donnie) Ray Knight, 75, of Moorefield Store section of Spencer, Va passed away Monday, May 18, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born December 7, 1939 in Stokes County, NC to the late Flora H. and Hampton D. Knight. He was also predeceased by a brother, O’Neil Knight. He was a member of Nettle Ridge United Methodist Church and an inactive charter member of Moorefield Store Fire Dept. He retired from West Window Corporation and had Worked at Lester Home Center in the paint department. His smiling face and beaming personality were prevalent wherever he was. Surviving are his loving wife of 56 years, (Judith) Judy Brown Knight of the home; a daughter, Christy Hall and husband Randy; two grandchildren, Jacob and Karlyn Hall all of Spencer; a sister, Joan Martin and husband Larry of Danbury, NC. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. A memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services Chapel in Stuart, Va with Pastor Mark Clayton officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends one and one half hour (5:30 to 7:00) prior to
the service and other times at the home. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made to Nettle Ridge United Methodist Church Memorial Fund c/o Willie Lawless at 2290 Mountain View Loop, Stuart, Va 24171. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory of Stuart, VA is serving the Knight family. Online condolences may be made to the family at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
Jack Kenneth Gilley
Jack Kenneth Gilley, 86, of Golden Living Center, Martinsville, VA passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County after a short illness. He was born on February 5, 1929, in Ridgeway, VA to the late Joseph Kener Gilley and Naomi Burgess Gilley of Ridgeway. He is survived by his four children, son, Randall Gene Gilley and wife, Pam of Eden, NC and daughters, Donna Gilley Stoneman and husband, Don of Ridgeway, VA, Janice Gilley Albanese and husband, Tom of Martinsville, VA, and Susan Gilley Hager and husband, William of Ridgeway, VA; eleven grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Jack is also survived by his sisters, Gladys Gilley Cooper and Frances Gilley Fishel of Martinsville, VA and several cousins. Jack worked for Pannill Knitting in his younger years but became a sought after self-employed masonry contractor in the 60’s and 70’s and took pride in his craftsmanship. He later worked for Osborne Construction Company of Eden, NC. He loved old time music and was a guitar player with the former Ridgeway band, The Virginia Playboys. He was more popularly known for creating snow sculptures when it was too cold to lay brick and was featured in the Martinsville Bulletin many times for his artistic talent. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory Martinsville Chapel. A graveside service will follow at 3:30 p.m. in Mountain View Cemetery, Ridgeway, VA with Pastor Tim Satterfield Officiating. Norris Funeral Services Inc. and Crematory Martinsville, VA, is serving the Gilley family.
Online Condolences may be made at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
Virgil A. Horton, Sr.
Virgil A. Horton, Sr. passed away on May 20, 2015, his 94th birthday. He was born in Apex, NC to the late Tula Mae Johnson and the late Wave Thomas Horton. Having been born and raised on a farm, Mr. Horton never lost his love for the outdoors. Mother Nature brought him peace and tranquility! He enjoyed being outside tilling his garden, growing boxwoods, planting flowers and seeing the results of his labor in nurturing the earth. Fishing was an outdoor activity that opened up the wonders of nature – whether it was a beautiful mountain stream or a serene lake setting. It was even better if there was a trout or bass at the end of the line. Ultimately it was the “family” that centered his life – his love and caring for his “dear Rachel”, his three children and the fun and togetherness of family get togethers, cookouts and conversations. He was a member of Shelton Memorial Presbyterian Church for 74 years. He served in many capacities including Deacon, Elder and superintendent of Sunday School. He willingly stepped forward to fill any needs as they arose. Mr. Horton retired from Dan River Mills after 42 years of dedicated service. He was preceded in death by Rachel Parrott Horton, the love of his life, to whom he was married to for 69 years. Mr. Horton is survived by a son, Virgil Andrew Horton, Jr. (Andy) of Richmond, VA, daughters Carol Younkin (husband Al) of Houston, TX and Dana Tyler of Williamsburg, VA. Also surviving: Grandsons Ray Younkin (wife Georgann) of Houston, TX and Travis Younkin (wife Shannon) and John Harrington of Birmingham, AL and great-grandsons Gray Daniel Younkin and Cooper Ray Younkin. The family will receive friends 1:00 p.m. till 2:00, Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Danville Memorial Gardens Cemetery Mausoleum, 510 Church Ave., Danville, VA 24541. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Danville Memorial Gardens
Cemetery Mausoleum with Pastor Paul Johnson officiating. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave. Danville is serving the Horton family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.
Bobby R. Dalton
Bobby R. Dalton passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Forest Heights Senior Living Community in Winston Salem, NC following a lengthy illness. Bobby was diagnosed in 2012 with Lewy-Body dementia. Our hearts would break a little each day as we lost little pieces of him to the disease as it progressed. Bobby was born January 10, 1935 in Martinsville, VA to Samuel Robert Dalton and Mozelle Lawson Dalton. He graduated from Spencer Penn School High School in 1952 and was a charter member and first treasurer of the Spencer Penn School Preservation Organization. Following his graduation from high school, he continued his studies at Wake Forest University. While playing baseball for Wake he was drafted by the Cleveland Indians. Although a wonderful opportunity, it wasn’t meant to be. During spring training, an injury to his arm ended his baseball career. Bobby spent most of his career as a Finance Executive and as a consumer loan officer at Piedmont Trust Bank in Martinsville for 31 years. He then moved to Carter Bank in Stuart, VA as Vice President and Manager. He worked there for 10 years, finally retiring in 2000. While working, he pursued and attained his associate degree from Patrick Henry Community College. He loved sports including his senior softball team and playing golf. He retired from both following knee replacement surgery. He had been a member of the Horsepasture Ruitan club since 1959 having served as President and Secretary numerous times. He resigned the club just last year due to his illness. Bobby’s faith in God was an important part of who he was and what shaped his character. He had been a faithful member of Horsepasture Christian church for 58 years, serving as Sunday school superintendent for 12 years. He was also active in church as a
former chairman of the board, deacon, trustee and a member of the men’s Sunday school class #8. Having met the love of his life in 6th grade, he married Greta L. Doyle on October 21, 1956. They made their life together “on the hill” in Horsepasture. They were married for 58 years and did nearly everything together. One of their most favorite things to do was to travel with their granddaughters. Their best trip was their first Disney Cruise together in 2006. Bobby is survived by his beloved wife Greta Dalton, their son Chris and his wife, Suzette of Yadkinville, NC and his two granddaughters Sydney and Lyndsey Dalton. One brother, Jerry and wife, Sallie Dalton of Loris, SC; one niece, two nephews as well as a host of other relatives The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Horsepasture Christian Church with Minister David Cuthbertson and Minister Robert Ashby officiating. Burial will follow at the Horsepasture Christian Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. at the Horsepasture Christian Church, prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Horsepasture Christian Church, 1146 Horsepasture Price Rd, Ridgeway, VA 24148 or to the SPCA of Martinsville-Henry County, 132 Joseph Martin Hwy., Martinsville, VA 24112. Norris Funeral Services Inc. and Crematory Martinsville, VA, is serving the Dalton family. Online Condolences may be made at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
James William “Jamie” Moser, Jr.
James William “Jamie” Moser, Jr., 41, of 192 Homeport Lane, Danville, Va. passed away unexpectedly Thursday, May 21, 2015 at Danville Regional Medical Center. He was born April 7, 1974 in Danville to the late Katie Joycelyn Myers Moser and the late James William Moser, Sr. He married Virginia Hope Moser on October 1, 1994; they were high school sweethearts – together for 24 years. Jamie graduated from Chatham High School and also graduated from Danville Community College with an associate’s degree. He worked as an electrician at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. for 15 years. He also served on the Goodyear ERB First
Responder team at the Danville plant. Jamie enjoyed golfing, hunting and was an avid Redskins fan. He enjoyed supporting his children’s endeavors; he especially loved to watch them play baseball and softball. He was affiliated with Blairs Baptist Church. Jamie had a great love for his wife and children; he was loved by all and will be greatly missed. In addition to his wife, Jamie is survived by his son Justin Tyler Moser, his daughter Katie Marie Moser, and his mother in law, Vickie Hendricks, all of the residence; his sisters Patricia Moser Mitchell of Dry Fork, Va., Donna Moser Shelton and Diane Moser, both of Danville; and his brother Donnie Martin Moser of Danville. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Monday, May 25, 2015 at Blairs Baptist Church with Rev. John Lester officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Burial Park. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. prior to the service Monday, May 25, 2015, and at other times at the residence. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, 3995 Franklin Tpke., Danville is serving the Moser family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral. com.
Wayne Everette Trotter
Wayne Everette Trotter, 60, of Martinsville, VA passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County. Mr. Trotter was born on March 27, 1955 in Martinsville to the late Luther Trotter and Dora Thomas Trotter. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Joyce Akridge and brother, Tyrone Trotter. Wayne was a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses. He severed in the United States Army during the Vietnam conflict. Mr. Trotter is survived by his wife, Brenda Trotter of the home; daughters, Latoya Trotter and Breona Trotter both of Martinsville; son, Chevis Martin of Martinsville; sister, Patricia Holland of the Carver area; brother, Lynwood Trotter of Martinsville; four grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. The memorial service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday May 30, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services Martinsville Chapel. Visitation will be from 12:00 until 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, VA is serving the Trotter family. Online condolences may be made at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. John 16:33
10 • Piedmont Shopper© • MAY 28th- JUNE 3rd, 2015
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
Ruby Dodson (Pilson) Stanley
Ruby Dodson (Pilson) Stanley, 89, died on Friday, May 22, 2015, at her home. She was born on October, 10, 1925 in Henry County to the late John Dodson and the late Margaret Hairston Dodson. Mrs. Stanley was married to the Late Lawrence Stanley. She was also predeceased by one son, Eric Stanley, one sister, Katie Reynolds and seven brothers, Everett, Dan, Albert, Frank, Eddie, Acey and “T.J.” Thomas. Ruby is survived by her four sons, Acey C. Pilson and wife, Lorraine of Martinsville VA; John D. Pilson and wife, Constance of Martinsville, VA; Dana Pilson and wife, Michele of Campbell, OH; Otis L. Stanley and wife, Faye of Woodbridge, VA; special niece/daughter, Margaret Monroe and Godchild Faye Jessup. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Stanley was a member of the St. James Pentecostal Holiness Church. She retired from Nabisco in Richmond, VA. Ruby enjoyed mornings in solitude while she wrote uplifting endearments in her journal on a daily basis sharing her faith in the Lord. Special gratitude and endearment to her daughter-in-law, Connie and her great niece, Robyn Barrows who cared for her during her long illness. Arrangements for a memorial service will be announced at a later date. Norris Funeral Services Inc. and Crematory Martinsville, VA, is serving the family Online condolences may be made at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
James Leon Eanes, Sr.
James Leon Eanes Sr., 71, of Martinsville, VA passed away on Friday, May 22, 2015 at his residence. Mr. Eanes was born on November 18, 1943 in Martinsville. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Posey and Ethel Eanes. James was a member of The First Assembly of God. Before retirement he was employed as a truck driver. Surviving are his wife of fifty years, Betty Joyce Eanes of the home; daughters, Marie Mullins and husband Wesley of Snow Creek, Tammy Clark and husband Tracy of Axton; son, James Leon Eanes, Jr. and wife Paula of Axton; mother-in-law, Betty Louise Stillwell, ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at The First Assembly of God with Pastor Joe Nunley officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the church prior to the service and other times at the home of his wife
Joyce 175 Westbrook Lane, Martinsville, VA. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, VA is serving the Eanes family. Online condolences may be made at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
Leonard Earl “Bud” Morris, Jr.
Leonard Earl “Bud” Morris, Jr., 88, of Bassett, VA passed away on Friday, May, 22, 2015 at Salem VA Veteran’s Hospital. He was born October 22, 1926 in Logan, WV to the late Mary Jane Kirk Morris and the late Leonard Earl Morris, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Shirley Clifton Morris. Mr. Morris is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Borowski and her husband, Carl of Bluff City, TN; two sons, Leonard Earl “Dink” Morris III and his significant other, Connie Davis of Kingsport, TN and Richard Earl Anderson and wife, Geraldine of Ada, OK; four stepdaughters, Judy Bowers of Bassett, VA, Debbie Prillaman, of GA, Linda Kogan of Richmond, VA and Paige Dunford of Bassett, VA; He is also survived by seven grandsons, three granddaughters, one greatgrandson and one greatgranddaughter. Bud was of the Methodist faith and a Mason for over 50 years. He worked as a truck driver for VC Trucking. He served in the United States Navy during WWII and the Korean conflict. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 in the Southwest Virginia Veteran Cemetery, Dublin, VA. Visitation is Tuesday, May 26, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Norris Funeral Service, Inc., and Crematory Martinsville Chapel. Memorials may be made to Belpre Lodge #609 A.F.&A.M., 1411 Putnam Howe Drive, Belpre, OH 45714. Norris Funeral Services Inc. and Crematory Martinsville, VA is serving the Morris family. Online condolences may be made at www. NorrisFuneral.com.
Thomas Bailey Tribble
Thomas Bailey Tribble, 80, of 1026 Goodman Road, Pelham, NC went home to be the Lord on Sunday, May 17, 2015 after a decline in health for the past several years. Mr. Tribble was born in the Volens Community of Halifax County, VA on February 14, 1935 a son of the late Roscoe T. Tribble and Mary Trent Tribble. He had lived most of his life in the Pelham Community of Caswell County, NC. Mr. Tribble had worked as a furniture refinisher for John’s Antiques for several years. He had served with the U.S. Air Force Military Police and he was of the Baptist Faith. On August 22, 1957 he married Maria Torralba
Tribble who survives of the residence. Mr. Tribble is also survived by one son Thomas Bailey Tribble, Jr. & wife Beth Tolland, CT, two daughters Stephanie T. Mullins & husband Jim of Danville, VA and Lisa T. Owen & husband Chip of Chatham, VA, four grandchildren Sarah M. Blair & husband Brian, Erin Mullins, Thomas Bailey Tribble, III and Lucas Bailey Owen, one sister Maude T. Higgenbotham of Norfolk, VA. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. from the Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel. The family will receive friends after the service in the chapel. The family suggests at in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to the Danville Association of Retarded Citizens, c/o of the Hatcher Center, 7180 U.S. Hwy. 29, Blairs, VA 24527. Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel is respectfully serving the Tribble family.
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Isaiah 41:10
Russell Cleveland “R.C.” Davis
Russell Cleveland “R.C.” Davis, 66, of the Mountain Hill Community died suddenly at his residence on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 after being in declining health for the past three years. Mr. Davis was born in the Dry Fork Community of Pittsylvania County on June 1, 1948 a son to the late Russell W. Davis and Thelma Gilbert Davis Adams. He had lived most of his life in Pittsylvania County having moved to the Mountain Hill Community in 1989. R.C. had retired from the City of Danville Public Works Department where he had worked as a mechanic for over 29 years. He was an avid fisherman as long as his health permitted, he was a former member of the Dan River Anglers Club and he was a member of the City of Danville Retirees Club. R.C. was of the Baptist Faith. On February 24, 1967, R.C. married Linda Adkins Davis who survives of the home. He is also survived by one son Russell L. Davis of Danville, VA, one sister Mary Davis Landrum & husband Mike of Danville, VA, one brother Edward Lee Davis & wife Linda of Clarksville, VA, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. R.C. was predeceased by his parents, two daughters Vickie Davis Rose, Sandra Kay Davis, one great grandchild and one brother Wade Davis. He truly loved his two faithful companions
Buffy and the late Mollie. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. from the Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel by the Reverend John Meadows. Interment will be at a later date. The family will receive friends following the service in the Chapel. The family will be at the residence of Roy & Kathy Craft, 415 Westview Drive, Danville, VA 24540. The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to the Ringgold Fire Rescue, P.O. Box 10, Ringgold, VA 24586 or to the Danville Humane Society, P.O. Box 3352, Danville, VA 24543. Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel is respectfully serving the Davis family.
Shively, Robert Ray Shively, Dustin Todd Shively; a step-son, Ronald Lee Hankins; two brothers; five sisters; six grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Donald Wayne Shively, two brothers. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 2:00 PM from the Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel conducted by the Chaplain George Williams. Interment will follow in Danville Memorial Gardens with Military Honors by the U.S. Navy and the American Legion Dan River Post 1097. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 7:-8:30 PM at the funeral home and at the residence at other times. Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel is serving the Shively family.
Elvin Rogers Shively
Elvin Rogers Shively, 79, of 122 Hampton Drive died, Thursday, May 21, 2015 at his residence after a brief decline in health. Mr. Shively was born in Franklin County, VA on November 20, 1935, a son of the late Grover Milton Shively and Martha Ella Ingram Shively. Mr. Shively retired from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of service. After he retired from the service he worked for Owens-Brockway. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a member of the American Legion Dan River Post # 1097, and the VFW Ballard Pruitt Post # 647. Survivors include three sons, William Richard
Margaret Addison Craik
Mrs. Margaret Addison Craik, age 87 of 335 South Main Street, Chatham, Virginia, died Friday, May 22, 2015 at her residence after a decline in health for a number of years. Mrs. Craik was born on January 16, 1928 in Jersey City, New Jersey, a daughter of the late George Addison and the late Betsy Wood Smith Addison. She had lived most of her life in Africa and lived in Chatham for the past six years. She was of the Presbyterian faith. She was married to Arland Edwin Craik, who predeceased her on
December 5, 2005. Mrs. Craik is survived by one daughter, Ann Hazeldine and husband, Jon of Australia, two sons, Arland Craik of England, Alastair Craik and wife, Anna of Chatham, Virginia. She was predeceased by a son, Andrew Craik and three brothers. A Memorial Service will be at a later date. The family will be at the residence. The family suggest that memorials may be sent to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675. Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel is respectfully serving the Craik family.
held on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at the Arbor Baptist Church cemetery in Sutherlin, for family and friends where she had been a member for many years. The family will receive friends at Townes Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 26th from 7:00pm to 8:30 and at other times will be at the residence of her sister, Kathy Ballard Cropp (Jim), 162 College Avenue. The family request that memorials be directed to Arbor Baptist Church, 15120 River Road, Sutherlin, VA 24594 and/or the Helping Hands ministry at the church. Townes Funeral Home and Crematory, 215 West Main Street is serving the Gluhareff family.
Patrick “Dan” Hendrick
Patrick “Dan” Hendrick, 77, suddenly passed away at his home on Sunday, May 17, 2015. He was born on October 9, 1937 in Anstead, West Virginia to the late Thomas N. Hendrick and the late Gertrude D. Hendrick. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1957-1961. Dan retired after 38 years of service with Conwood Cooperation and he was a member of Mount Hermon Baptist Church and King of Kings Sunday School Class. On October 16, 1959, he married Mussette Howard Hendrick, who survives of the residence. He was predeceased by a son, Barry Michael Hendrick. He is survived by a daughter, Dana Hendrick Hollie and son-in-law, Paul Christopher Hollie and three grandchildren Megan Hollie, Madison Hollie and McCall Hollie, all of Danville. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 1:00 PM followed by memorial service at 2:00 PM at Mount Hermon Baptist Church conducted by the Reverend Ryan Riley and Dr. Danny Davis. Interment with military honors will follow in Highland Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Mount Hermon Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Townes Funeral Home, 215 West Main Street, is serving the Hendrick family. Online condolences can be made at www.townesfuneralhome. com.
Elizabeth “Sharon” Gluhareff
Elizabeth “Sharon” Gluhareff of 3300 Westover Drive died Saturday, May 23, 2015 at the Danville Regional Medical Center after a recent decline in health. Sharon was born in Smithers, WV on July 16, 1943, a daughter of the late Charles L. Ballard and Virginia L. Perdue Ballard. Surviving are her sons; Jonathan R. Gluhareff (Brandy) of South Boston and David L. Gluhareff of Danville, siblings; Charles K. Ballard (Sharon) of St. Petersburg, FL, Kathy Ballard Cropp (Jim) of Danville, sisters-in-law Shirley Gluhareff Madkins (Larry) of Sun City West, AZ and Ruth Gluhareff Pianolto (Bobby) of Tontitown, AR. She is survived by grandsons; Jordan Hunter, Dylan Lee and Matthew Robert Gluhareff, eight nieces and nephews and a greatniece and a great-nephew. She was predeceased by her husband Robert S. Gluhareff, her parents, Charles and Virginia Ballard. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. at Townes Memorial Chapel with the Reverend Larry Davis officiating. A graveside service will be
Mary Taylor Jones
Mary Taylor Jones, 89, of Abingdon Place, Danville, Va. went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, May 20, 2015 from her residence. She was born April 21, 1926 in Pittsylvania County to the late Betty Jennings Taylor and the late Joseph D. Taylor. She was also preceded in death by her husband James Ellis “Deacon” Jones, Jr. in 2001. Mrs. Jones worked as a secretary for J.E. Jones & Son, Inc. She is survived by her daughters Linda Frazier and husband Roy, and Brenda Jones Arnn; her son David Jones and wife Carolyn, all of Danville; her sisters Lucy Mitchell, Beulah Woodson, and Bertha Sparrow; her brother Wayne Taylor; her grandchildren Scott, Kevin, Eric and Joshua Frazier, Beth Holder, Beau Arnn, David Smith and Brooks Jones; and 18 greatgrandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Jones was predeceased by her sisters Irene Thurman and Flossie Hawker; her brothers Ed Taylor and Louis Taylor; and one great-grandchild. Mrs. Jones loved life, loved her Lord Jesus, and she loved her family. She wrote a book entitled From The Heart, in which she shared her memories and thoughts which inspired all who read it. She was a regular church attendee, who taught Sunday School for many years at First Pentecostal Holiness Church. Even today many speak highly of her teaching, her prayer life, and her Christian witness. She also attended church at Jubilee Christian Fellowship, and St. Mark’s Pentecostal Holiness Church. Heaven is richer because Mary is there. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services, Mt. Hermon Chapel, Danville with Dr. Roy Frazier and Rev. Scott Frazier officiating. Interment will follow at Danville Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2015 at the funeral home, and at other times will be at the residence of Linda and Roy Frazier – 468 Ridgecrest Drive, Danville. The family respectfully suggests memorial donations be made to the Mt. Hermon Vol. Fire Dept. 4268 Franklin Tpke., Danville, VA 24540. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, 3995 Franklin Tpke., Danville is serving the Jones family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral. com.
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Dr. Bo Wagner is pastor of the Cornerstone Baptist Church of Mooresboro, NC, and the author of several books. His books are available at www.wordofhismouth.com 1. Is the book of Luke in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. What just and devout man held the baby Jesus when Mary and Joseph presented Him at the temple? Cyrenius, Ham, Simeon, Zara 3. Which of these books comes before the other three in the Old Testament (KJV)? Nahum, Ecclesiastes, Lamentations, Daniel 4. What sign sealed God’s promise not to destroy the earth ever again by a flood? Solar eclipse, Rainbow, Full moon, Ocean wave 5. From Proverbs 29, what does the fear of man bring? A snare, Redemption, Love of life, Death 6. Whose daughter found the infant Moses in the river? David, Pharaoh, Solomon, Timothy ANSWERS: 1) New; 2) Simeon; 3) Ecclesiastes; 4) Rainbow; 5) A snare; 6) Pharaoh Comments? More Trivia? Visit www.TriviaGuy. com (c) 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.
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“When Is A Lawn Business Not Just A Lawn Business?” One thing I will never rightly be accused of is being lazy. Work is something I enjoy, almost to the point of addiction. But to see a pastor out in public cutting lawns can be a bit of an odd thing, especially when he does not need the money. My church takes very good care of me, I have been full time as a pastor for nearly 17 years now. In addition to that, I also am well treated as an evangelist, and at least reasonably successful as an author. We are certainly not rich, not even close, but our needs are met. Thus, my mowing of lawns has nothing to do with money, and everything to do with priorities. I have known very wellmeaning preachers who pontificate that there is no higher priority than the ministry. With all due respect, I could not disagree more. I am not minimizing ministry; it is indeed an exceptionally high calling, and should be treated as such. But a high calling and a high priority may not necessarily be the same thing, and many a preacher has “won the world” while losing those under his own roof. Biblically, the two highest priorities any man will ever have other than his walk with Christ are those of husband and father. The Bible tells a
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man to be “one flesh” with his wife, and to nourish and care for her the way Christ does for the church. Our children come from that one flesh union, and Jesus said that to offend (to cause one to go into sin) one of these little children who believe in him, it would be better for that offending person to have a millstone hung around his neck and be cast into the sea. All of this brings me to a lawn business. Last year I helped my young teenage son start one. He and I go out together at least one day a week and spend most of the day mowing, trimming, caring for lawns of customers in our community. Once again, I do not need the money. In fact, if I so desired I could just save myself the trouble and give him an allowance. But taking that course would not serve my ends for him. A boy needs to learn how to work, and sweat, and push through difficulties, and get up before others. It is my job to teach him. He needs to learn how business really works, and how to budget, and how to plan for the future, and how to invest. He needs to know that in the real world, if you are lazy or sloppy, someone else will come along and take your customers. He needs to know that America has equality of opportunity, not equality of outcome, and that is the way it should be.
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Along the way my son and I spend quality dad/son time talking about things great and small. God? Absolutely, I make sure of that. Basketball? Absolutely, he makes sure of that. Girls? He is fifteen, what do you think? And who do you think I would rather have him discussing that with than me? If I am going to have godly grand kids one day, I cannot leave anything to chance, especially his thoughts on who would make a suitable wife. And so we have a lawn business that is not just a lawn business. What it really is, I suppose, is a construction business. Each and every day that we ride together and talk together and mow together, I am attempting to build my son into the man I expect him to be. And as an excellent bonus, he and I are becoming better friends that ever. Yes, I will always make sure that I am a father first and a friend second, but if I have been only a father and not a friend to him in his youth, I cannot expect things to be much different in his adulthood.
I know life is busy, too busy most of the time. But if you have kids, make time for your own construction business, whatever form it takes.
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