John BradySparta
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of John Brady, a beloved educator, community leader, and devoted family man, who departed this life at the age of 76 on October 10.John served the Sparta Town Council for over 20 years, dedicating his life to the betterment of his community. His impact on education was profound, having worked in all the Alleghany schools. He spent 15 years as a 5th-grade teacher, followed by three years as the high school assistant principal. His leadership ...
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of John Brady, a beloved educator, community leader, and devoted family man, who departed this life at the age of 76 on October 10.John served the ...
Amy LyallSparta
Amy Eleanor Rutherford Lyall, age 50, of Sparta; passed away Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.Amy was born May 20th, 1974 in Baltimore, Maryland to Wilma Crouse Rutherford and the late Roy Rutherford. Amy was full of life before her illness, enjoying time at the beach and the mountains, her family, especially her children, grandchildren and countless friends.Survivors include her three daughters: Destiny Hodge and husband Johnathon of ...
Amy Eleanor Rutherford Lyall, age 50, of Sparta; passed away Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.Amy was born May 20th, 1974 in Baltimore, ...
James "Jim" MasseyRoaring Gap
James Stanley Massey passed away peacefully at home in Roaring Gap at the age of 90 on the morning of October 1st.James "Jim," was born March 12th, 1934 at Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Ola Irene Penland Massey and Phillip Haywood Massey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant brother, David Ray Massey and brother, William "Bill" Haywood Massey; a sister, Evelyn "Sis" Brazier; a grandson, Phillip Christian ...
James Stanley Massey passed away peacefully at home in Roaring Gap at the age of 90 on the morning of October 1st.James "Jim," was born March 12th, 1934 at Baptist Hospital in ...
Hattie CaudillSparta
Hattie Jean Caudill, age 73, of Sparta, NC; passed away Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 at her residence.Hattie was born May 26th, 1951 in Alleghany County to the late Thomas Ralph and Opal Caudill Edwards.Survivors include a son, Donnie Blevins of Sparta; a grandson, Houston Blevins of Sparta; a great-grandson, Peyton Blevins of Sparta; a half-brother, Tommy Edwards and wife Barbara of Laurel Springs; a half-sister, Susan Edwards of WI; cousins and nephews also survive.No formal ...
Hattie Jean Caudill, age 73, of Sparta, NC; passed away Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 at her residence.Hattie was born May 26th, 1951 in Alleghany County to the late Thomas Ralph and Opal ...
Charlene RoyalSparta
Charlene Frances McMillian Royal, age 64, of Sparta, NC; passed away Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at Hugh Chatham Health in Elkin, NC. Charlene was born July 16th, 1960 in Elkton, MD to the late Harry and Mary Hilaman McMillian. Survivors include her husband, Larry Thomas Royal of the home; a daughter, Lily Royal of the home; a sister, Julie Harrison of Delaware; two brothers: Cole McMillian and Mike McMillian, both of Delaware; several nieces and nephews also survive. No formal ...
Charlene Frances McMillian Royal, age 64, of Sparta, NC; passed away Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at Hugh Chatham Health in Elkin, NC. Charlene was born July 16th, 1960 in Elkton, MD to the late ...
Maxine EvansGlade Valley
Mary "Maxine" Chappell Evans, age 83 of 2124 Scenic Valley Road, Glade Valley, NC; passed away Monday, September 23rd, 2024 at Novant Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.Maxine was born June 21st, 1941 in Guilford County, NC to the late Lloyd and Ethel Brooks Chappell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Ramona Lynn Evans; a son: Charles Stephen "Stevie" Evans; a brother, Junior Chappell; a sister, Betty Sue Poole.Survivors ...
Mary "Maxine" Chappell Evans, age 83 of 2124 Scenic Valley Road, Glade Valley, NC; passed away Monday, September 23rd, 2024 at Novant Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.Maxine ...
Michael DobsonSparta
Michael "Mike" Dobson, age 57, of Sparta; passed away unexpectedly at his daughters home in Thurmond, NC on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024.Mike was born October 28th, 1966 in Hunterdon County, NJ to Sylvia Dobson. He was preceded in death by a brother, Brian Barker; a brother-in-law and partner, Carlton Caudill and Mary Lou Yow. Mike worked in construction most of his life. He loved to fish, hunt, and spending time with his family and especially playing with his ...
Michael "Mike" Dobson, age 57, of Sparta; passed away unexpectedly at his daughters home in Thurmond, NC on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024.Mike was born October 28th, 1966 in Hunterdon ...
Carl BennettSparta
Carl Franklin Bennett, better known as "Tad", set sail for his heavenly home surrounded by loved ones on September 20, 2024.Tad was born on August 19,1960 in Sparta NC to the late Lucille Brewer Bennett Phipps and Dalton F Bennett. Tad was also preceded in death by his wife Deborah Huff Bennett, maternal grandparents Carl and Georgie Holdaway Brewer and paternal grandparents Lou Nichols Bennett and Hurst Bennett.Tad is survived by his sons, Jacob Bennett, Zachery Bennett and ...
Carl Franklin Bennett, better known as "Tad", set sail for his heavenly home surrounded by loved ones on September 20, 2024.Tad was born on August 19,1960 in Sparta NC to the late ...
John TolliverEnnice
John Roger Tolliver, age 77, of Ennice, NC; passed away Thursday, September 19th, 2024 at his residence. John was born July 6th, 1947 in Alleghany County to the late John Bert and Virginia Glidewell Tolliver. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Caudill. John will be remembered as someone who never met a stranger and spoke to everyone he met. He loved his coffee, gravy biscuits, and his dogs. Survivors include a daughter, Virginia Seibert and husband ...
John Roger Tolliver, age 77, of Ennice, NC; passed away Thursday, September 19th, 2024 at his residence. John was born July 6th, 1947 in Alleghany County to the late John Bert and Virginia ...
Terri FeimsterEnnice
Terri Lynne Crouse Feimster, age 63, of Ennice, NC; passed away Monday, September 16th, 2024 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.Terri was born February 2nd, 1961 in Alleghany County to James Edward Crouse and the late Edna Louise Jones Hall. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Ashlee Hackler; two grandchildren: Cristian Chandler and Aaleyah Cessa; a brother, James Edward Crouse, Jr.Survivors include her husband, Steve ...
Terri Lynne Crouse Feimster, age 63, of Ennice, NC; passed away Monday, September 16th, 2024 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.Terri was born February 2nd, ...