Obituaries

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  POUND, VA - Patricia Lou (Pat) Phillips, 71, entered into eternity Wednesday August 5, 2020 from her residence. She passed peacefully in her sleep.

 Pat was a loving mother, nana, companion, sister, aunt and friend. She was devoted to caring for her family. She did everything 

she could to make life a little easier for them.

Pat enjoyed camping, she loved nature and watching animals, she also enjoyed cooking, gardening, canning and sewing. 

  Pat was preceded in death by her parents, James Franklin Harris and Cassie Irene (Maggard) Harris; her husband, Vernoy Phillips; and brothers Charles Harris, Roger Harris and Jack Harris.

  Survivors include her sons Haskel Phillips of the home, Jackie Phillips and wife Monica-Wise, VA and Dale Boardwine of the home; grand-children, Chasity Phillips and companion Blake Boggs-Kingsport, TN and Kaitlyn Phillips and boyfriend Jake Gentry-Wise, VA; her companion of 23 years, Cecil Collier of the home; special daughter, Sarah (Sissy) VanHuss and husband Tony; special grandson Thomas Collier; Cecil’s children and grandchildren; her sisters Linda Vanover and companion Bill Mullins–Pound, VA.; Betty Peters-Weber City, VA and Carol Riley 

and husband John-Pound, VA; brothers Ronnie Harris and wife Laverne-Pound, VA, Greg Harris-Pound, VA and Bobby Messer and wife Diane-Bland County, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of 

friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday August 7, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Joe Phillips and Elder Jerry Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards in the funeral home. Masks must be worn and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday August 8, 2020 at the Phillips Family Cemetery on Dewey Road-Pound, VA where Tony VanHuss, Dakota VanHuss, Adam Phillips, Jake Gentry, Jeff Pilkenton, Zack Pilkenton, Jonas Riley and Marcus Riley will serve as pallbearers Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  Baker Funeral Home–Pound, VA is serving the family of Patricia Lou Phillips.

  POUND, VA- Margaret Elaine “Marg” Mullins, 59, passed away Friday July 17, 2020 at Norton Community Hospital- Norton, VA. Her loving daughter was by her side.

  Margaret, known as “Marg” to her family and friends, was of the Baptist faith and attended Lost Creek Ministries-Norton, VA. 

She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her grandchildren were her rays of sunshine and she loved 

spending every minute she could with them.

  Marg also enjoyed camping, fishing, riding the boat, cooking, gardening, sewing, quilting and watching criminal and western 

shows (especially Bonanza, being an avid Loren Greene fan).

  Marg was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Newsome and Agnes Mullins Newsome; sisters, Sweet Newsome, Eva Newsome, Katie Wright, June Taylor, Cora Elkins and Dorothy Pilkenton; and brothers Theo Newsome, Raliegh Joe Mullins, Shearlon Mullins and Jerry Van Mullins.

  Survivors include her daughter Deneka Mullins-Jonesville, VA; her sons Ricky Mullins and wife Amber-Culpepper, VA and Tazz Harber and wife Sarah-Pound, VA; two grandchildren Jacee Josey and Daniel Sexton-Jonesville, VA; her companion for 30 years Robert (Tootle) Noonchester; her brothers Freddy Newsome- Oklahoma and Johnny Newsome-Texas, Earlon Mullins and wife Barbara-Pound, VA and Trent Mullins and wife Donna-Pound, VA; sisters Blanche Meade-Norton-VA, Gada Vanderford-AL, Janice Miller-MD and Dee Mullins-Pound, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Jimmy Kimberlin-Jonesville, VA; and a host of friends and loved ones. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday July 21, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. 

  We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards in the funeral home. Masks must be worn and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home. 

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday July 22, 2020 at the Gilmer Mullins Cemetery-Pound where nephews will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Baker Funeral Home for funeral expenses.  

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Margaret Elaine “Marg” Mullins

  POUND VA – Dennis Larry Hubbard, age 87, passed away on Wednesday July 15, 2020. 

  Larry was a graduate of Christopher Gist High School where he  was a member of the football and basketball teams. After high school, he enlisted in the Navy, where he served four years. After service he finished 

the two year program at Clinch Valley College, he was asked to take a position

with the DMV where he would retire with 35 years of service. Larry also retired 

from the National Guard. He was an active member of the first Presbyterian

Church in Pound. He enjoyed spending his retirement with his family and his dog Jett.

   Larry was preceded in death by his parents Verna Reeder and Delmar Hubbard, 

and a son Jeff Hubbard.

   Surviving are his loving wife of 62 years, Diane Bolling Hubbard; one sister, 

Julia Ann Reeder; son Dennis Hubbard and Melinda Jennings; two granddaughters 

Kari Varner and husband Tyler and Kasi Clifton and husband Zac; four great-

grandchildren Taylor Cochran (his favorite) Hadley and Emma Clifton and Tucker 

Varner.

  There will be no public services. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations

to the Mayo Clinic-Alzheimer’s research.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Dennis Larry Hubbard.

   POUND, VA – Brenda Boggs, 64, passed away peacefully Sunday July 12, 2020 from the Pikeville Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer. Her loving family surrounded her bedside.

   Brenda was of the Baptist faith she attended Lone Pine Chapel Church and had a great belief in God. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Brenda never met a stranger, she had a smile that was contagious. She was constantly making everyone feel good. She enjoyed gardening, working in the yard and helping Mike work on cars and small engines. Brenda was an avid reader and enjoyed needle pointing. 

   Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, John C. and Lou Vernia (Gardner) Colllier; a sister, Eunice Vinogradov; a brother, Dallas Collier; and a son-in-law, Richard Jessee.

  Survivors include her loving husband of 46 years Michael Boggs-Pound, VA; her daughters Melissa Jessee-Pound, VA and Jessica Boggs and companion Tony Vanover- Big Stone Gap, VA; grand-children, Christopher Jessee-Pound, VA, Justin Jessee-Pound, VA, Alex Rose (Autumn)- Norton, VA, Julian Rose- Big Stone Gap, VA and Jaden Mullins- Big Stone Gap, VA; sisters, Janice Oliver (Eugene)-Pound, VA, Patricia Collier and companion Stewart Boyer -Palm City, FL, Juvada Stratton (Homer)-Norton, VA and Mary Ellen Hernan (Frank)-Pound, VA; a brother, Preston Collier (Carol)-Manassas, VA; special friends, Martha Bolling and Debbie Mullins; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00pm Wednesday July 15, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel-Pound, VA with Reverend James Bolling officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

  We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards in the funeral home. Mask must be worn and will not be provided by the family or funeral home.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday July 16, 2020 at the Mt. Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where Gene Oliver, Preston Collier, Christopher Jessee, Justin Jessee, Julian Rose, Alex Rose and Charlie Mullins will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.  

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Brenda Boggs.

  WISE, VA- James Worley “Jim” Clay, 89, entered peacefully into eternity Saturday July 11, 2020 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

   Jim was of the Baptist faith. He was a veteran of United States Army having served during the Korea War. He retired as a bank 

vault maintenance and repairman in Arlington, VA.  He loved to tinker with things ( old televisions, radios  and lawn mowers ) and enjoyed fishing and lawn work. Jim loved animals including his beloved dog Oscar, and even had a pet squirrel he named “Peanut”.

  Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Grant and Rosie (Robinette) Clay; two brothers; two sisters and his beloved 

Chihuahua, “Little Missy”. 

  Survivors include his loving wife of 39 years Patricia Clay-Wise, VA; 2 step-sons Derek Long and wife Melissa-Wise, VA and Greg Long and wife Amanda-Coeburn, VA; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews; numerous in-laws; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Tuesday July 14, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jimmy Hubbard and Reverend R.L. Crawford officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of services.

  Pound VFW Post 9600 will perform military services on the funeral home parking lot. 

  Graveside services will follow in the Mullins Family Cemetery on Ballard Collier Road in Eolia. KY where Derek Long, Greg Long, Jeff Smith, Jimmy Hubbard, David Large, Mickey Gilbert and Grant Hollyfield will serve as pallbearers.

  Tommy Gilbert and Chris Smith will serve as honorary pallbearers.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of James Worley Clay.

  POUND, VA - Lenville Mullins, Jr. , 73, entered into his eternal home Tuesday July 7, 2020 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family. 

  Lenville was of the Christian faith. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, companion, uncle and friend. 

Lenville enjoyed going fishing and hunting Lenville also liked to gamble some, buying lottery tickets and pull tickets. He believed in supporting his family, and worked for over 33 years in the coal mines for Clinchfield Coal. Doing everything from general labor to fire boss to mine foreman. He was a proud 

member of the United Mine Workers of America. Lenville was also a Veteran of the United States Army where he served 

during the Vietnam War. He remained a humble man, never having a harsh word for anyone.

   Lenville was preceded in death by his parents, Lenville Sr. and Ella (Bray) Mullins; his wife, Edith Ann Mullins; his sisters 

Patsy Shortt, Margie Shortt , Sandra Mullins and infant Sarah; his brothers Jerry Mullins and Giles Mullins; his son-in-law Keith 

Whited; and brothers-in-law Carl Williams, Joe Shortt and Charles

Shortt.

   Survivors include his daughters Stephanie Whited-Castlewood, VA, Tracy Day and husband Stacey-Whitesburg, KY and Vicky 

Doss-Roanoke, VA; grandchildren Arron Codey Mullins and wife Abigail-Abilene, TX, Justin Len Mullins-Las Vegas, NV and Savannah Day-Whitesburg, KY; great-granddaughter Penny Grace Mullins; his loving companion of 26 years Judy Mullins-Pound, VA; a sister Shelby Jean Williams-Kingsport, TN; brothers Ronnie Mullins-Pound, VA and Ricky Mullins and wife Linda-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews, cousins; special friend Ezra Dye; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm Thursday July 9, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy 

Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from4:00 pm until time of services.

   We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing 

standards in the funeral home. Masks must be worn and will not be provided by family or the funeral home. 

   Pound VFW Post 9600 will conduct military services on the funeral home parking lot. Burial will follow at the John Hop Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where Stacey Day, Richard Hodges, Junior Hylton, Robbie Sowards, Jeremey Sowards, Claude Hodges, Codey Mullins and Dule Couch will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Lenville Mullins, Jr. 

  CARTER LAKE, IOWA – Mary Joyce (Dorton) VanAckeren, 77, entered into eternity May 22, 2020 after an extended illness.

  Joyce was Christian of the Baptist faith. She loved her Lord and enjoyed going to church. Joyce loved her family and treasured the 

time she spent with them. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband, especially her trips back to the mountains and Pound to see her family, raising a garden, sewing and crocheting. Joyce was a member of the 

Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Disabled American veterans Auxillary. She was a former employee of MECO Corporation in Greeneville TN. Joyce was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and 

friend and will be missed by those that loved her. 

  Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald L. Van- Ackeren; her parents William Farley and Nora (Boggs) Dorton; her sisters, Beatrice Sturgill, Dora Mullins, Grace Sturgill and Margaret Crawford; her brothers Frederick “Ked” Dorton and Fletcher Dorton; a step- daughter, Michelle Higbee. 

  Survivors include her children Tamela Bridges- Council Buffs, Iowa, Phillip Bridges and wife Beverly- Siler City, NC, Marsha Harris and husband Randy- Carter Lake, Iowa and Jeffrey Bridges- Craigsville, 

WV; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren;1 great –great- grandchild;

a sister Myrtle Beverly-Pound, VA; a step son- Ron VanAckeren; step daughters, Lynn Farar, Chris Kirkbride, Angela VanAckeren, Cheryl McLendo and Patty Travagline; numerous step grandchildren; several

nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday July 29. 2020 at the Crouse Cemetery in Pound, VA with Reverend Junior Belcher officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:45am. 

 Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mary Joyce Dorton VanAckeren.

  POUND, VA – David Horne, 67, entered into eternity Thursday July 2, 2020 from his residence. His loving wife Nancy and son Travis were by his side.

  David was of the Baptist faith and attended Martha’s Chapel Church. David drove a coal truck for approximately 23 years 

and also worked in the mines for about a year. He enjoyed fishing, watching the old westerns, John Wayne being one of his favorite actors, he also enjoyed auto racing and all kind of sports on TV. But what David loved doing the most was spending time with his family.

  David was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Ona (Phillips) Horne. 

  Survivors include his loving wife of 41 years Nancy (Jenkins) Horne-Pound, VA; his son, Travis Horne- Pound, VA; sisters Rose Marie Young and husband Jack -Unicoi, TN, Regina Horne- Pound, VA and Angela Turner and husband Floyd- Kingsport, TN; brothers, 

Charles Horne and wife Pam-Pound, VA, Tommy Horne- Johnson City, TN and John Horne and wife Lisa-Big Stone Gap, VA; special friends, Amy Bolling, and Doris and Dwight Tignor; several nieces, nephews 

and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones,

  Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Thursday July 9, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of services.

  Burial will follow in the Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Baker Funeral Home for funeral expenses.

  We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards in the funeral home. Masks must be worn and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.     

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of David Henry Horne

   POUND, VA- Gregory Allen “Fruit” Vanover, 58, passed away from his residence Saturday morning June 20, 2020.

   Greg was of the Baptist faith,a retired coal miner and a carpenter. He enjoyed drag racing with his sons, was an avid Miami Dolphins football fan, loved watching NASCAR and cheering on Mark Martin for the checkered flag, but Greg’s greatest love was the time he had with his children, especially his grandchildren.

   Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Hershel and Alta (Bevin) Vanover; a sister, Diane Carol “Big Mama” Bolling; a brother, Danny Hershel Vanover and brother-in-law, Gary Bolling.

   Survivors include his daughter, Jessica Mullins and companion Jake Cantrell-Pound, VA.; sons, Chris ; “Puff” Vanover and wife 

Kortney- Pound, VA., Timothy Vanover- Big Stone Gap, VA, Jordan Vanover and wife Autumn-TN and Derek Ratliff- Pound, 

VA.; grandchildren, Abigail Mullins, Landon Mullins, Lincoln Mullins, Lexi Vanover, Levi Vanover and Mason Ratilff; brothers, 

Dennis “Shack’ Vanover and wife Debbie-Wise, VA and Roger Vanover  and wife Debbie-Wise, VA; a sister, Bonnie Bolling and 

husband David–Pound, VA;  special nephew Chris Miller; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; and a host of friends 

and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday June 23, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday June 24, 2020 at the Vanover Family Cemetery-Pound, VA with Reverend Troy Belcher officicating.  Doyle Mullins, John Short, John Vanover, Charlie Vanover, Chris Miller and Buddy Collins will serve as pallbearers and Steven Vanover will serve as honorary pallbearer. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

   We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancingstandards in the funeral home. Masks must be worn and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

   Baker Funeral Home–Pound , VA is serving the family of Greg Allen “Fruit” Vanover.

   WISE, VA – Michael “Shortty” Stanley, 42, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 at the Johnson City Medical Center due to injuries from a tree cutting accident.

  Shortty was a hard worker, he believed in providing for his family. He had over 25 years experience cutting trees. He cherished the time he spent with his family and friends. Shortty loved the outdoors, riding horses, four wheelers and motorcycles. He also loved pickup trucks. Shortty was an avid Washington Redskin, Florida Gator and NASCAR fan.

  Shortty was preceded in death by preceded in death by his daughters Courtney Brooke Stanley and Michelle Brianne Stanley; and his grand-mother Avie Stanley and grand-mother Nellie Branham.

  Survivors include his wife Melissa (Ray)Stanley Wise, VA; his daughters Kirstin Shena Baker and husband Aaron-Wise,VA and Madison Nichole Stanley-Wise, VA; his son Joshua Ray–Wise, VA; his grandchildren Alayna Faith Baker and Elsie Grace Baker; his parents Woody Mike and Wilma (Branham)Stanley-Wise, VA; sisters Dawn Michelle Huff-Coeburn, VA and Dreama Crabtree and husband Brett-Wise, VA; a brother Jason Stanley and wife Michelle-Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; and a host of friends and family.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday June19, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. 

  Burial will following the Stanley Cemetery in the Duncan Gap section of Wise where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distance standards in the funeral home. Masks are to be worn and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

  In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Baker Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Michael “Shortty’ Stanley.

   POUND, VA – Wilma June Mullins, 81, entered peacefully 

into her eternal reward Monday June 15, 2020 from her residence.

  Wilma was a born again Christian and a member of Pyles 

Memorial Church for 40 plus years, She loved her Lord and going to 

Church. Hearing her family sing in church was so precious to her. 

She always had a kind word for everyone and a beautiful smile on 

her face. Wilma was one of the most kind, humble, giving people 

you could every meet. She treasured the time she shared with her 

loving family. Her husband Trent was the light of her life. She 

called him “Pap” and he called her “Diddy”. Wilma was so very 

proud of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

   Wilma was preceded in death by her loving husband Trent Mullins, 

an infant son, Scotty Van Mullins; her parents, Bascom and Gertrude

(Gibson) Dotson: a sister, Lois Shortt; and a brother, Alvin Dotson.

   Survivors include her daughter, Vicky Lynn Phillips and husband 

Thea-Wise, VA; her son, Rob Mullins and wife Missy- Pound, VA; 

grand-children, Nakisha Robinson and husband Michael- Clintwood,

VA, Haley King and husband Matt- Big Stone Gap, VA, Robbie 

Mullins Jr.-Pound, VA; great grandchildren, TW Robinson, Nick

Robinson, Zoie King, Karsen King and Kimber Ann Mullins; 

a brother Stanley Dotson and wife Linda-Pound, VA; several nieces, 

nephews and cousins; her church family and a host of friends and 

loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday June 17,

2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy Belcher

and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends 

from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday June 18, 

2020 at the Eli Mullins Cemetery on Sock Hollow Road in Pound, VA

Where Robbie Mullins, Jr., Randy Shortt, Matt King, Michael Robinson, T W (Dub) Robinson, Nick Robinson and Elijah Mills will serve as 

pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery 

   We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distance 

standards in the funeral home. Masks are to be worn and will not be 

provided by the family or funeral home. 

   Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Wilma 

June Mullins.

   POUND, VA - Harry Jeffrey Adams, 59,  passed away Saturday 

June 13, 2020 from the Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport,

TN after an extended illness.

   Jeff was a lifelong resident of Pound, VA. He was a 1979 graduate 

of Pound High School where he was an excellent baseball player. He 

was a former coal miner. Jeff enjoyed the outdoors, he was an avid coon 

hunter and enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and ginseng 

hunting. He also liked riding four wheelers and motorcycles.   

   Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Betty Sue Short Adams

and Charles Finley Adams; a sister Judy Adams Adler; and nieces, 

Kelly Betty Lana Adams and Melinda Suzanne Adams

   Survivors include his sisters Della Charlene Mullins and husband 

Darrell-Norton, VA and Stephanie Suzanne Boggs-Pound, VA; brothers 

Charles Joseph (Joey)-Pound, VA and David Brett Adams and wife Helen-

Virgie, KY; a nephew/adopted brother Hunter Adams; a niece Amy Lee 

Mullins; nephews Logan Jacob Mullins and Skylar Odell Boggs; and

a host of family members and friends. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday June 16, 2020

in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Robert Owens and 

Reverend Willie Stanley officiating. The family will receive friends from

5:00 pm until time of services.

   We will be following state occupancy and distance standards in the 

funeral home. Masks are to be worn and will not be provided by the 

family or the funeral home.  

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday June 17, 

2020 at the Short Family Cemetery on Sawmill Hollow Road-Pound, VA 

where family members will serve as pallbearers. Those attending are 

asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10;00 am to prepare to go in 

procession to the cemetery

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Harry

Jeffrey Adams.

   POUND, VA - Mrs. Ava Bowman, 91, went home to be with the Lord on Friday March 20, 2020 from Heritage Hall 

in Clintwood, VA.

  Ava was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith, she attended

Martha’s Chapel and Pyles Memorial Chapel when she was able.

Ava was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,

sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed family gatherings and taking 

care of her family. Ava loved to cook, gardening and canning.

She enjoyed old television shows like Gunsmoke and Andy 

Griffith.   

  Ava was preceded in death by her husband Essie Bowman; her 

parents James Lee and Ida Belle (Maggard) Mullins; a son 

Lawrence Bowman; sisters Kelsie Fletcher, Alta Stidham, Hazel 

Mullins, Callie Bowman, Belvie Mullins and Olga Bateman; a 

brother Emmitt Mullins; and a daughter-in-law Norma Bowman. 

  Survivors include her sons Rickie Bowman and wife Angie-

Pound, VA, Jimmy Bowman and wife Katrina-Pound, VA and 

Randel Bowman-Norton, VA; grandchildren Brett Bowman, 

Melina Bowman, Jimmy Lee Bowman, Manissa Adams, Cristen 

Roberts, Suzanne Adkins and Stacy Pennington; 14 great-grand-

Children; 2 great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews 

and cousins; special friends Mima Sturgill, Janice Bolling, Ramona 

Sturgill and Tammy Branham and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Private funeral services with the immediate family will be conducted 

at 7:00 pm Sunday March 22, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home 

Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will 

receive friends from 6:00pm until time of services. 

   Graveside services will be conducted at 12 Noon Monday March 23,

2020 at the Mullins Family Cemetery on Hale Gap Road-Pound, VA 

where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family members 

are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:00 am to prepare 

to go in procession to the cemetery 

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Ava Victoria Bowman

   POUND, VA – Mrs. Emily Bolling, 81, entered into eternity Thursday March 12, 2020 from the Johnson City Medical Center

due to complications from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

  Emily was of the Baptist faith and attended Stevens Chapel Church in Wise, VA She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She lived her life to help others. Emily enjoyed quilting, her flowers, gardening,

canning and cooking. Her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. She lived a full and joyfull 

life and will be greatly missed.   

   Emily was preceded in death by her husband Owen Bolling; her parents Anderson and Eula (Howington) Short; her sisters, Peggy Phillips and Shirley Phillips; and her brothers Joe Short, Charles

Short and Ernie Short

  Survivors include her daughters Vanessa Sluss and husband Guy-Pound, VA, Angie Bolling-Pound, VA and Jennifer Lyall-Pound, VA; her son David Bolling and wife Tammie-Knoxville, TN; her grand- children Scott Boggs, Bobby Stallard, Gabriel Bolling, Tyler Sluss, Rachel Sluss and Shane Lyall; 6 great-grandchildren; a sister Gayla Phillips-Pound, VA; brothers Donnie Short-Wise, VA and Wayne Short-Clintwood, VA; several nieces, nephews cousins and a host of  friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday March 15, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with reverend Frank Hall, Reverend Nolan Stanley and Elder Joe Phillips officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday March 16, 2020 at the Banner-Bolling Cemetery-Pound, VA where grandsons and family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are 

asked to meet at Baker funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Emily Evelyn Bolling.

   POUND, VA – Hollis “Eddie” Everett Bevins Jr, passed away suddenly on Monday March 9, 2020 from the Dickenson Community Hospital, he was surrounded by his loving family. 

   Known as Eddie to family and Burger to classmates, he was a born again Christian. Eddie was a member of Payne Gap 

Freewill Baptist Church for 40+ years. He loved his Lord and was faithful in his attendance. Eddie was a devoted husband, 

son, uncle and friend. He was a retired heavy equipment operator with approximately 25 years of experience. His last jobs were with Ison Coal and A&G Coal. He enjoyed fishing, 

watching old classic TV, especially westerns with Gunsmoke and the Rifleman being two of his favorites. He also enjoyed the old CB radios and playing video games at The Rock Bar in Wise for years back when they were popular. Eddie loved spending time with his family and looked forward to family gatherings. 

   Eddie was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Kedric and Kate (Gentry) Bevins; maternal grandparents, John 

“Dock” and Ruth (Belcher) Hodges; special uncles, Clifford Bevins and Donnie Hodges; and a brother-in-law Dean Riner. 

   Left to cherish his memory are his fateful and loving wife of 33 ½ years, Vickie (Layne) Bevins and beloved “Baby Girl” his dog Pebbles –Pound, VA; his loving parents Reverend Hollis and Mary Louise Bevins-Pound, VA; a sister Donna Riner Eads 

and husband Chris of Pulaski, VA; two nieces Amy Riner of Utah and Holly Riner Croce and husband Alex of New Jersey; two nephews Christopher Eads and wife Tember and Benjamin Eads and wife Ashley of Pulaski, VA; a great nephew Lincoln Eads and 

another great nephew on the way (Holly and Alex) ; and many dear cousins and friends.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Thursday March 12, 2020 at the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend Tom Slemp officiating. 

   Burial will follow in the Belcher Cemetery in East Jenkins, KY where Chris Eads, Preston Layne, Chris Layne, Cody Hamilton, 

Tyson Hamilton and Charlie Mullins will serve as pallbearers. Larry Rickman and Danny Short will be honorary pallbearers.

   The family will receive friends after 5:00 pm Wednesday March 11, 2020 at the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church where there will be a 7:00 pm song service.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Hollis Everette Bevins, Jr.

  ABINGDON, VA – Mrs. Brazella Eileen Sturgill, 84, passed away Saturday March 7, 2020 from her residence. Her son and 

daughter-in-law were by her side. 

   Brazella was a former resident of Pound, VA She was of the Baptist faith and attended Mt Zion Baptist Church. She was the 

manager and retired from Peoples Bank of Pound/First Virginia Bank after 30+years, she was also co-owner and manager of B&J 

Grocery for 20 years. Brazella attended Dewey School and then graduated from Pound High School where she excelled in basketball and was a member of the 1953 state championship team. After her 

retirement she and Jack moved to Abingdon to be close to the lake so they could fish daily. She enjoyed painting, quilting, and caring for her flowers. She was an avid reader and enjoyed talking to her friends on the phone.

   Brazella was preceded in death by her husband Jack Sturgill; her parents Ewing Oliver Stidham, Sr. and Bessie Ellen (Meade) 

Stidham; a sister Jettie Stidham; brothers Ewing, Odell, Delmer and Troy Stidham; and a special niece Norma Jackson.

   Survivors include her son Jack A. Sturgill and wife Kathy-Abingdon, VA; grandson Jonathan Sturgill-Travis Air Force Base-Fairfield, CA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Linda Lovens, 

Becky Nunley, Laura Stidham and Aleta Sturgill; and a host of friends 

and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday March 12, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday March 13, 

2020 at the Oliver Stidham Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving of Brazella Eileen Sturgill.

  POUND, VA – Cova Dean Boggs, 69, entered into eternity Friday March 6, 2020 from the University of Kentucky Medical Center afteran extended illness. His loving family was at his bedside.

   Cova was of the Baptist faith and attended Ralph Potter Memorial Church He was retired coal truck driver with 35+ years of experience. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. 

Cova enjoyed fishing and watching old westerns, and was an avid Duke Blue Devil Basketball and Dallas Cowboy fan. Cova was well known for sitting on his porch and waving as friends went bye. But his greatest joy was spending time with his family. 

   Cova was preceded in death by his parents, Swanson and Ada (Mullins) Boggs, a sister Eula Hensley hill; and brothers Eugene Boggs, James “Red”Boggs and Shelcy “Shag” Boggs.

   Survivors include his loving wife of 40 years  Gretta Boggs-Pound, VA; his daughter Jessica Sykes and husband Jon-Clintwood, VA; his son Jeremy Boggs-Pound, VA ; a granddaughter, Allison Sykes; sisters Shirley Thompson-Pound, VA, Jo Ann VanHuss-Pound, VA and Fayetta Swinney- Kingsport, TN; brothers, Thomas Boggs (Gail)-Thurmont, MD, Clifford Boggs (Carol)-Frankfort, KY, Wallace “Bud” Boggs (Connie)-Thurmont, MD and Douglas Boggs (Faye)-Louisville, KY; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday March 9, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter and Reverend Josh Dingus officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 

time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday March 10, 2020 at the Boggs Cemetery on Little Meadow Road-Pound, VA where his nephews Jake, Claude, Roger, Tony, Kent, Bo, Cliff, Jerry and Kenny

will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Cova Dean Boggs.

  BIG STONE GAP, VA - Lawrence A. Baker, 72, entered into eternity Tuesday March 3, 2020 from his residence after an extended illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

   Lawrence was of the Baptist faith, he attended Cedar Ridge Baptist Church until he was physically unable to do so. He was a former resident of Jenkins, KY. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Lawrence was 

the former maintenance superintendent at the Elkhorn Country Club Golf Course at Jenkins, KY for approximately 20 years. 

He loved his job and believed in providing for his family. Lawrence enjoyed hunting, horses, farming (especially caring 

for his chickens), racing cars, and watching NASCAR races. He was a lifetime member of the NRA. But his greatest joy 

was spending time with his family.

   Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents Crockett and Delphia (Anderson) Baker; his sisters Alpha Bartley, Evalena 

Johnson, Alice Baker, Alta Baker and Alma Baker; and his Brothers, Rollie Curtis Baker, Lee Baker and James Baker.

   Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Betty (Kelly) Baker-Big Stone Gap, VA; his daughters Penelope Lane Baker Hays and husband Josh-Lawrenceburg, KY and Leslie Lynn Baker and husband Jeff Smith-Murfreesboro, TN; grandchildren, Brookelyn Hays, Zoie Hays, Mackenzie Baker and Bryant Smith; great- grand- daughter Leighan Christine Baker; sister Edna Mae Baker- Hindman, KY; brothers, John Baker-Mims, FL, Leonard  Baker- Providence, RI and Sylvan Baker Shepherdsville, KY; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; a special friend Jack Chandler and a host of friends and loved ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday March 5, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Minister Dolph Kelly officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

   Burial will follow in the Rob Ratliff Cemetery on Elkhorn Creek in Shelby Gap, KY where Jeff Smith, Josh Hays, Clay Barker, Carlos ( Karo) Sluss, better known as “Little Brother” and Carlos Bush and Keith Bevins will serve will as pallbearers. 

   Honorary pallbearers will be Valley Fire Department with a special thank you to Crystal Stidham ,better known as “Little Sister.”

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Lawrence A. Baker.

  POUND, VA- James Todd Adams, 55, passed away Monday March 2, 2020 from the Norton Community Hospital-Norton, VA. His loving family was by his bedside.

   Todd was of the Methodist faith and attended the United Methodist Church- Pound, VA. Todd enjoyed being outdoors , going hiking, camping and gardening.

He was also an avid reader, loved listening to a variety of music, and drawing. Todd was so very proud of his two daughters and spending time with them and his 

family was priceless to him. 

   Todd was preceded in death by his father, James Woodrow Adams; his brother, David Mark Adams; his maternal grandparents Gorman and Cora Roberson; his paternal grandparents Woodrow and Florence Adams; and a special friend, Jeff Large. 

   Survivors include his wife, Victoria (Boggs) Adams- Pound, VA; daughters, Jadis Wednesday Adams and Lillith Tenille Adams both of the home; his mother, Mary

Irene (Roberson) Adams- Pound, VA; a brother and friend, Kenas Scot Adams and wife Tina Marie - Pound, VA; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; special

friend Eddie Boggs  and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

   Per Todd’s wishes, he was to be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

   Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of James Todd Adams.

   NORTON, VA – Joseph Benjamin Powers, 76, passed away unexpectedly Sunday March 1, 2020 at Norton Community Hospital.

   Joe was of the Baptist faith. He was a loving father, brother and friend. He was a graduate of Pound High School and Virginia Tech where he earned a masters degree. Joe was a retired Professional Engineer. He had worked at the Norfolk Naval Station, Bethlehem Steel in Jenkins, KY and retired from Penn Virginia with a total of over 50 years work experience. He was blessed with both common and book sense. 

   Joe enjoyed exercising, he was regular at the gym and spin cycle classes. He was a dedicated runner until he was unable to continue. He loved his dogs and  walked them daily. Joe was a regular at high 

school sporting events and enjoyed watching boxing. He was an avid reader and enjoyed word puzzles.

   Joe was preceded in death by his parents Lonnie and Ruth (Sutphin) Powers.

   Survivors include his daughter, Heather Landrum and husband David-Bluffton, S C; his long time companion Corina Torres-Norton, VA; a sister Marcella Powers-Pound, VA; a brother Fred Powers and wife Ann-Chesterfield, MI; special children Jaime Foster, Naomi Torres and Alena Bowen who affectionately called him “Pappy Joe”; a niece Dawn Hammond; a nephew Ben Powers; special friends Kyle and Bob Redman; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory. 

   Memorial services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday March 4, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy Belcher officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.   

   In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Wise County Animal Shelter or to the charity of your choice.

   Home-Pound, VA is serving the family Joseph Benjamin Powers.

NEON, KY- Susie Jane Bentley, 92, passed away Friday February 28, 2020 from her home. She was surrounded by her loving family.

  Susie was a homemaker, she loved that job, taking care of her family was very important to her. Susie was an avid reader, 

she also enjoyed sewing, gardening and canning. She attended church regularly until she was unable to do so.  

  Susie is preceded in death by her husband, Ballard Bentley; her parents, Morgan and Isabell (Fleming) Bentley; a daughter, 

Wilma Bentley; sisters, Maywood Bentley and Opal Bentley; brothers, Paul Bentley, Hayes Bentley, Clarence Bentley, Bill 

Bentley, Lloyd Bentley and Carlos Bentley.

  Survivors include her daughter, Gail Fleming and husband Jerry-Tuscaloosa, AL; grandchild, Amelia Deel, Cindy Stewart,

Shelly Fomby, Richard Caudill and Stephen Ray Fleming: several great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; 

numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; her caregivers, Sally Toler. Nina Rose, Lori Collins and Valerie Taylor; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Sunday March 1, 2020 at the Neon Church of Christ- Neon, KY with Preacher 

John King officiating. Burial will follow in the Haven of Rest Cemetery-Mayking, KY where family members will serve as 

pallbearers.

  The family will receive friends starting at 12:00 noon Saturday

February 29, 2020 at the Neon Church of Christ. There will be 

a 7:00pm song service.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Susie Jane Bentley.

   LAWRENCEBURG. KY - Mrs. Carrie Joyce (Kaye) Bentley, 87, entered into eternity Sunday February 23, 2020 from the Signature Healthcare Heritage Hall facility.

   Mrs. Bentley was a Christian and a member of the Church of Christ.

She attended church in Winchester, KY until her health would no longer allow. Before that she attended church in McRoberts, KY and Valparaiso, IN. She loved worshipping her Lord and was faithful in her attendance. 

   Kaye was a loving wife, sister, aunt and friend. She was born and raised in McRoberts, KY until she married Samuel Bentley and they made their home in Valparaiso, IN. After retirement they moved back to McRoberts, KY until they moved to Winchester, KY in 1985 where she lived for 30 years. Kaye loved country music and enjoyed playing cards, especially Rook. She led a private and content life.

   Kaye was preceded in death by her parents, Morgan B. Johnson, Sr.

and Bertha (Quillen) Johnson ; her husband Samuel H. Bentley; sisters, Rhudell Spears, Faye Hampton and Mae Spears; brothers, Joel Johnson and Morgan Johnson, Jr.; nieces, Judy Spears and Bertha Hampton; and 

nephews William B. Spears, Jr, Edwin M. Spears Jr. and Fred H. Spears.

   Survivors include her nieces Jewel Spears, Paula Adams, Deborah 

Counts, Bertha Gaye Tackett and Karen Dewhirst; her nephews David Spears, Stephen Johnson, Frank Hampton, William Spears, Jimmy Spears and Joel Johnson; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn 

her passing and cherish her memory.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Tuesday February 25, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Evangelist Chris Fleming officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of services.

   Graveside committal services will follow in the Haven of Rest Cemetery-Mayking, KY where nephews and great-nephews will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Carrie Joyce Bentley.

   Wise, VA/Dewitt, MI- Mrs. Margie Gage, 76, passed away 

Sunday February 16, 2020 from the Burcham Hills Retirement 

Community in East Lansing after a brief illness.

Margie was a Christian of the Old Regular Baptist faith. She 

was born December 6, 1943 in Shelby Gap, KY to the late Manuel 

and Elsie Vanover. She was a former employee of General Motors, 

having lived several years in Lansing, MI. before moving to Wise, 

VA. 

  Margie was a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister aunt and 

friend. She had a special bond with her son Jeffery until his passing 

on July 4, 2019. He had lived with and taken care of her until the time 

of his illness, at which time she cared for him until his passing. Margie 

loved going to church and reading her Bible. She also enjoyed cooking 

and keeping house. She liked old television shows like Mayberry and 

Gomer Pyle USMC, and gospel and country music.

   Margie was preceded in death by her parents Manuel Vanover and 

Elsie (Wright) Fields;  and her beloved son Jeffrey Wright.

   Survivors include her sisters Loraine Domagalski (Dennis)-Dewitt, MI, 

Marie Maynard (Roger)-Sulphur Springs, TX and Lillian Johnson (Earl)-

Dewitt, MI; a brother Eugene Vanover-Greenville, TX; several nieces, 

nephews and cousins;; her church family and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday February 21, 2020

in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Robert Osborne, James 

Tackett and Carson Wright officiating. The family will receive friends 

from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside committal services will be conducted at 11:00am Saturday 

February 22, 2020 at the Laurel Grove Cemetery-Norton, VA where 

family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family members 

and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to 

prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Margie 

Gage.

   POUND, VA – Joyce Ann Boggs, 62, entered into eternity Friday

February 14, 2020 from her residence. She was surrounded by her

loving family.  

    Joyce was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, 

grandmother, sister and friend. Joyce was a fantastic cook. She 

loved to feed her family and friends. Joyce was an independent 

and strong willed woman. She was as comfortable helping Steve 

in the barn as she was cleaning her house.

   Joyce was ready to join Steve, after nearly 30 years of marriage

the last eight months apart had seemed unbearable and the Lord 

saw fit to reunite them in Heaven on Valentines Day.

   Joyce was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband 

Steven Boggs on June 10, 2019. In addition she was preceded in 

death by her parents, Roy Calvin and Ruth Terry.

   Survivors include her daughters Jennifer Strange and husband 

Chris-Pound, VA and Megan Nicely and husband Garth-Wise, VA;

her sons Travis Crabtree and wife Tracie-Richlands, VA and Jamie 

Hyden-Norton, VA; grandchildren Josh Strange, Lindsey Strange,

Haven Crabtree, Hailyn Crabtree, Anistyn Crabtree, Mallory Mullis

and Stetson Nicely; a sister, Joan Terry and husband Curtis Mullins- 

SC; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Toni Jo 

Salyer and Judy Noble; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday February 16,

2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter 

and Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The family will receive friends from 

12 Noon until time of services.

   Graveside committal services will follow at the Addington Cemetery 

on Scott Roberson Hollow Road-Wise, VA where Travis Crabtree, Garth Nicely. Chris Strange, Josh Strange and Jamie Hyden will serve as pallbearers. 

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Joyce Ann Boggs

   WISE, VA – Nathaniel Kyle Cox, 21, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Thursday November 28, 2019 from his home. He was surrounded by his loving family.

   Nathaniel was born February 26, 1998 to Charles and Roxann (Carty) Cox, who were honored to be his parents. He was raised in the Christian faith and was baptized at an early age. Nathaniel Kyle was an employee 

of Sykes Enterprises and enjoyed his job tremendously. He loved video 

games and being on his phone. He always enjoyed a crowd of people and 

being a prankster. Nathaniel was a loving and affectionate person and never met a stranger. 

   Nathaniel was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jimmy Kyle Carty 

and Paul David Cox and his uncles Jimmy Brian Carty and Roger Cox.

   Survivors include his parents, Charles Anthony and Charlotte Roxann Cox-Wise, VA; his maternal grandmother Charlotte Phyliss Carty-Wise, VA; his paternal grandmother Orange Lee Cox-Wise, VA; his aunts and uncles Charlie P. and Paula Parsons, Johnny and Rebecca Murray, Velvet Marie Carty, David and Phyllis Cox; a great uncle he called “Papaw” Bobby Cox; cousins Clarissa Faith Carty, Billy Austin Carty, Charlie 

Hugo Parsons III and Jordan A. Murray; he considered his cousin’s children his nieces and nephews, Kylee, Riley, Aubrey, Everleigh, 

Lillian and Isabella; and a host of other friends and loved ones. Nathaniel Kyle loved everyone who knew him and always greeted you with a loving smile. Our loss is Heaven’s gain, fly high our sweet boy. 

I will see you on Heaven’s Golden Shore.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday December 1, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Sturgill and Reverend Eddie Newsome officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 12 Noon Monday December 2, 2019 at the Miller Family Cemetery-Wise, VA where Charlie P. Parsons. Charles Parsons, Scotty Miller, Billy Austin Carty, Jordan Murray and 

Johnny Murray will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home Pound, VA is serving the family of Nathaniel Kyle Cox.  

POUND, VA - John Henry Mullins, 66, passed away Tuesday November 26, 2019 at Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN after an extended illness. 

  John was of the Baptist faith. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. John was an avid fisherman, he loved being on the water. He loved horses and western movies, especially John Wayne, and playing poker.

  John was preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Joyce (Crabtree) Mullins, and brothers Mitchell, Harold and Radford Mullins.

  Survivors include his daughter Christy Taylor and husband Jody-Norton, VA; granddaughter Jacey Taylor-Norton, VA; sisters, Betty Dorton and husband Ralph-Norton, VA, Rosa Anderson and husband

David-Dorton, KY and Della Poythress-Pace FL; brothers, Gary (Doyle) Mullins-Pound, VA and Jimmy Mullins-Indiana; several 

nieces, nephews and cousins; his former wife Bonnie Marion; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his 

memory.

   Memorial services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday November 30, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with 

Reverend Randy Carter officiating.

  The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of John Henry Mullins.

  POUND, VA- Dewey Wallace “Booten” Whitt, 78, entered into eternity Monday November 25, 2019 from Norton Community Hospital.

  Dewey was a Christian and a devoted member of Hamilton Chapel Church for 34 years. He was a retired worker with 31 years in coal mining and a member of the United Mine Workers of America. Dewey enjoyed hunting, fishing and being outdoors, loved  woodworking , was an avid NASCAR fan with Dale Earnhardt #3 being his favorite. He loved to play his guitar, and family dinners. But mostly Dewey cherished the time he had with his children and grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, brother and uncle. 

   Dewey was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Opal (Mullins) Whitt; brothers, Jimmy Whitt, Stewart Whitt, Ronnie Whitt, Clyde Mullins and Gervis Mullins; sisters, Normella Bryant, Mary Fleming and Jerrie Sturgill.

  Survivors include his wife of 57 years Jearline Whitt-Pound, VA; sons,  Albert Wendell “Duke” Whitt and wife Karen-Pound, VA and David Whitt and wife Arica-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Travis Whitt and wife Victoria-Bristol, TN and Lynley Meade and husband David- Norton, VA; great- grandchildren, Devin Meade and Dayton Meade- Norton, VA; sisters, Betty Belcher-Pound, VA and Mildred Gibson- Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00pm Friday November 29, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers and Reverend Burns Robinson officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am Saturday November 30, 2019 at the Whitt Family Cemetery- Pound, VA. where family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Pound Rescue Squad-P O Box 711- Pound, VA 24279. 

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Dewey Wallace Whitt.

POUND, VA- Jacob Aaron Lee Willis, 27, entered peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Sunday November 24, 2019. He enjoyed 

football, his video games and had a love for paying and listening to  music.  He was member of the first graduating class of Central 

High School in 2012. Jacob was such a gentle soul and friendly to everyone that knew him. His little girls were the love of his life. 

  Jacob was preceded in death by his father, Ronnie Lee Willis.

  He leaves behind his mother, Kimberly Willis- Pound, VA; daughters, Ivy Kimberlynn Willis and Ember Skye Willis; sisters, Amanda Baker and husband Davey- Pound, VA., Breanna Faith 

Willis- Chesterfield, VA; paternal grandparents, Roger and Sheila Willis- Pound, VA; maternal grandparents, Stanley and Cassia Jones-

Pound, VA; great grandparents, Donald and Anna Welch; special aunt and uncle Pamela Kiser and uncle Joshua Jones; niece, Arianna 

Faith Baker; special cousins, Jonah Kiser, Rhiannon Willis and Paige Rose; his lifelong friend, Zack Pilkenton and a host of friends and 

family to cherish his memory.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00pm Friday November 29, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Reynolds 

and Pastor Heath Reynolds officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time services. Burial will follow at Dewey Memorial

Cemetery-Pound, VA where Zack Pilkenton, Jeff Pilkenton, Jonah Kiser, Joshua Jones, Zack Mullins and Davey Baker will serve as 

pallbearers.

  Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Jacob Aaron Lee Willis.

   BIG STONE GAP, VA- Calvin Hiram Reece, 63 passed away Sunday November 24, 2019 from the Bristol Regional Medical Center- Bristol, TN.

   Calvin was a auto mechanic, worked many years in coal mining, then became self- employed making beautiful custom knives. 

He was a Harley Davidson man and loved to ride when he could, 

was an excellent blacksmith, and enjoyed camping. But what

Calvin loved the most was his family

and the time spent with them, especially his grandchildren. 

   Calvin was preceded death by his parents, Calvin Hiram Reece Sr. and Mary (Osborne) Reece and a sister, Martha Gail Henehan.

   Survivors include his daughters, Priscilla Reece- Bristol, VA and Angelina Reece-Canton, NC: a son, Nick Reece and wife Rachel- Norton, VA; grandchildren, Brookelynn Reece, Bentley Reece and 

Reece Clark; nieces, Racheal Marbella Rebecca Mullins, Jaimee Ward Anderson and Jennifer Adams; mother of his children, Debbie Fisher; a special friend Debbie Rife, an several cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00pm Wednesday November 27, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Jeremy Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. Burial will follow in the Laurel Grove Cemetery- Norton, VA. where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

 Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Calvin Hiram Reece Jr.

  POUND, VA- Earnest Lee Wyatt (Sam) 82, formerly of Jenkins, KY entered into eternity Sunday November 24, 2019 from his residence. His family was at his bedside.

   Earnest was of the Christian faith. He had served 4 years as Mayor of Jenkins, he also served as a Constable of Letcher County, an officer in the Jenkins Police Department for many years and as Fire Chief. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. But his greatest joy was the time he spent with his grandchildren.

   Earnest was preceded in death by his parents, George W. and Emmaline

(Potter) Wyatt: his first wife, Eva Mae “ Topsy” (England) Wyatt; an infant daughter, 

Doris Evelyn Wyatt: a son, Tony Wyatt: grandchildren, Samantha Lowe and 

Jerry Dillon Wyatt; sisters, Kansas Johnson, Annie Johnson, Nervie Johnson 

and Madge Wyatt; brothers, Morgan Wyatt, Mackenzie Wyatt, Wesley Wyatt, 

George Wyatt, Rush Wyatt and BenWyatt.

   Survivors include his wife, Lois Hensley Wyatt- Mayking, KY; his daughter, Cindy Lowe and husband James- Pound, VA ; a son, Blake Wyatt and wife Debbie- Jenkins, KY; grandchildren, Andrea (Frank) Conley, Allison Wyatt, Tony Wyatt, Aaron Lowe, Blakey (Cheyenne) Wyatt: 12 great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory. 

   The family would like to give a special thanks to his caregiver, Jimmy 

Lowe.

   Memorial services will be conducted at 7:00pm Wednesday November 27, 

2019 at the Peoples Fundamental Baptist Church- Dunham, KY with Pastor Van 

Webb and Reverend Bobby Fleming officiating. The family will receive friends 

from 5:00pm until time of services. 

   Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Earnest Lee Wyatt.

WISE, VA – Mrs. Alice Mae Mullins, 91, entered peacefully into eternity Thursday November 21, 2019 from her home.

   Mrs. Mullins was a born again Christian of the Baptist faith. She last attended Wilson Chapel Church. Alice Mae was a devoted homemaker and mother, always caring 

for others. She enjoyed sewing, quilting and doing needlework. Alice Mae made lots of clothing, both for herself and many others.

She was an avid reader and loved magazine about antiques, country homes and cabins. She also enjoyed gardening and canning when she was able to do so. Her greatest joy though was the time she spent with her grandchildren.

   Alice Mae was preceded in death by her husband Claude Emerson Mullins, Sr.; her parents, Smith Wesley Osborne and 

Rosa (Caudill) Osborne; a son, Larry Eugene Mullins; her daughter-in-law, Dorothy Wheatley Mullins; her son-in-law, Craig Moore; sisters Goldie Osborne, Hannah Johnson and Elsie Stanley Dowdy; and brothers Albert Osborne, Corb Osborne, 

William Osborne and 2 infant brothers.

   Survivors include her daughter Louise Mullins-Wise, VA; her sons Emerson Mullins and wife Phyllis-Wise, VA and Wayne Mullins and wife Norma Jean-Wise, VA; grandchildren, Carla Mullins. Laura Hall, Anna Baker, Sheila Combs, Sarah Flanary and Brice Mullins; great-grandchildren, Rachel McGinnis,  Jonathon Baker, Aaron Baker, Jacob Combs, Derek Mullins, Lindsay

Flanary, Rylee Flanary and Kiraleigh Flanary; great-great grand- Children Avery Baker, Harlow Baker, Elsie Baker, Alayna Baker. 

Gabe Baker, Landrey McGinnis and Emersyn McGinnis; special nieces Barbara Hartsock and Betty Short; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and loved ones to celebrate her victory and

cherish her memory.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Monday November 25, 2019 at the Beverly Cemetery on Hurricane Road-Wise, VA with Reverend Mike Jordan officiating. Louise Mullins, Anna Baker, Doug Baker, Jonathon Baker, Aaron Baker and Brice 

Mullins will serve as pallbearers and Emerson Mullins and Wayne Mullins will serve as honorary pallbearers.  

Family and friends are asked to meet at Beverly Cemetery by 1:45 pm. 

   In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make donations to a charity or hospice service of your choice.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Alice Mae Mullins. 

EOLIA, KY- Yvonne Mullins, 82, entered into her eternal reward Tuesday November 19, 2019 from her son Tim’s home in Gate City, 

VA. She was surrounded by all her children and other loving family

members.

   Yvonne was a Christian and a member of the Eolia Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She was a dedicated homemaker, always doing for others rather than for herself. Yvonne was an avid reader, she loved going to church and spending time with her family.

   Yvonne was preceded in death by her husband Vester “Possum” Mullins on August 22, 2010. She was also preceded in death by her father Kenneth Beaudion and her mother Gertrude (Horan) Stone and step-father Virgil Stone; and two brothers, Michael Beaudion and Gary Beaudion. 

   Survivors include her daughter Brenda Roberts and husband James “Jay Bird”-Pound, VA; three sons, Raymond Mullins and wife Donna- Eolia, KY, Michael Mullins and wife Debbie-Somerset, KY and Tim Mullins and wifeVickie-Gate City, VA; ten grandchildren, Melissa Morton-Whitesburg, KY, Lester Mullins and wife Brandi-Brandi-Eolia, KY, Jesse Roberts and wife Amanda-Big Stone Gap, VA, Becky Roberts- Pound, VA, Olivia Mullins-Pound, VA, Chandler Mullins-Pound, VA, Katie Mullins-Somerset, KY, Hailey Mullins-Somerset, KY, Daniel Baldwin-Gate City, VA and Ashley Akers-Gate City, VA; five great– grandchildren, Raymond “Little Man” Barnette, ,Jason Evan Roberts,  Ronan Blanton, Abigail Grace Roberts and Paislee Sergent; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Darlene Sturgill; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday November 

23, 2019 at the Eolia Baptist Church  with Pastor Drew Baldwin and Reverend Jimmy Hubbard officiating.

   Burial will follow in the Mullins Family Cemetery on Roberts Branch in Eolia, KY where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

   The family will receive friends after 5:00 pm Friday November 22, 2019 at Baker Funeral Home.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Gertrude Yvonne Mullins.

POUND, VA - Randy Earl Taylor, 56, passed away Friday November 15, 2019 from his sister Nella’s residence in Pound, VA.

  Randy had just recently accepted the Lord as his Savior. He was a former equipment operator and a handy man. Randy enjoyed fishing and camping and working outdoors. He loved 

westerns and old television shows like Mayberry. One of his favorite pass times was visiting with family and friends. 

  Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold Don Taylor and Ethel (Peaks) Taylor.

  Survivors include his sisters Nella Mullins and husband Jeff- Pound, VA , Trena Hall and husband Eddie-Payne Gap, KY,  

Pamela Rose-Clintwood, VA and Rhonda Bryantand husband Fred-Big Stone Gap, VA; a brother Tommy Taylor-Pound, VA;

daughters, Amanda Gail Taylor-Wise, VA and Melissa Taylor-Wise, VA; son Bucky Stines-Kentucky; 4 grandchildren; several 

nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones 

to mourn his passing.

  As per Randy’s wishes his body will be cremated and there will be no services.

  Baker Funeral home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Randy Earl Taylor.

    POUND, VA- Nickie Marie Bilitski entered into eternity Wednesday October 23, 2019 from the Holston Valley Medical Center – Kingsport, TN.

    Nickie was a kind soul who enjoyed helping others. She loved the outdoors, mowing grass, and above all spending time with her friends.

    Nickie was preceded in death by her mother Mary Adams.

   Survivors include her special friends, Nicole Harris; Karon Dorton, Dixie Johnson, and Thomas Mullins they may had been her friends , but to Nickie …..They were her family. 

Nickie loved and cared for her pets, her dogs, Coco, Pudgy and Scruffy and her cat Uno. She will be truly missed by those who knew and loved her. 

   A Celebration of Life service will be conducted 2:00 PM Sunday October 27, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services.

   Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Nickie Marie Bilitski.

SALEM, SC – Freddie Ray Goins, 47, entered into eternity Friday October 18, 2019 from the Greenville Memorial Hospital due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

  Freddie was of the Baptist faith and a proud veteran of the United States Navy having served in the Somalia War and Operation Desert Storm. Freddie loved the outdoors, especially 

bonfires and fishing with his son Jacob. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles, playing pool, listening to music and playing the drums.

  Freddie was preceded in death by his parents, Randall Ray Goins and Audrey Ruth Sutherland; an infant son, Zachary Barthel Goins; and a brother, Sonny Ray Goins. 

  Survivors include his wife Sandra Louise (Bays) Goins; his son Jacob Kendall Goins; his daughter Danielle Stanley and husband Gray; grandchildren, Maddison Keeleigh Stanley, Jesslynn Kendall Stanley and Zachary Grayson Nolan-Wayne Stanley; a brother, Randall Goins; special niece, Stephanie Amber Goins- Sutherland; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend, Kendall Hawkins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Thursday October 24, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. Keith Maggard VFW Post 4301 Norton, VA will conduct military rites immediately after-wards in the funeral home parking lot.

  The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family ofFreddie Ray Goins.

BATESVILLE, IN- Frances “Gee” Mullins, 93, entered into eternity Tuesday October 8, 2019 from The Waters of Batesville NursingHome- Batesville, IN.

   Frances was a former resident of Pound and had lived for the last 10 years in Batesville. She was a Christian and a former member 

of Hamilton Chapel Church. She was also a member of the VFW auxillary in both Pound and Batesville. Frances was a homemaker 

and loved taking care of others, especially the children in her family. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, working in her flowers, cooking 

and baking. Everyone loved her baked pies….they were the BEST! Frances loved her family dearly and spending time with them was priceless to her.

   Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Mullins; her parents, Frank and Carrie Mullins; sisters, Ruth Hughes, Eula Wise and Ina Church; and brothers, Jack Mullins and Eugene Mullins. 

   Survivors include her daughter, Sherri Fehlinger and husband Larry- Batesville, IN: granddaughters, Kimberly Krummel and husband John-Fishers, IN and Amy Hatcher and husband Craig- Berkeley Springs, WV; 6 great grandchildren, Corey Siebert, Colin Krummel, Kylie Krummel, Ethan Hatcher, Luke Hatcher and Devan Hatcher; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends

and loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday October 13, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home chapel with Reverend Greg 

Cyphers and Reverend Burns Robinson officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services. Burial will follow in the Meade Creek Cemetery- Pound, VA where family 

members will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Frances Mullins.

   WISE, VA – Shirley Elizabeth Mullins, 68, entered peacefully into eternity Thursday August 29, 2019 at her residence. Her loving family was at her side.

   Shirley was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife Mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Shirley was a homemaker. She enjoyed drinking a good cup of coffee (letting a few pots overflow). As well as watching old TV shows, detective and murder mysteries were her favorites.

   Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Archie and Lois (Ramey) Shepard; a brother, Archie Shephard, Jr.

   Survivors include her loving husband ,Franklin Mullins-Wise, VA; her son, Franklin Mullins Jr-Wise, VA; daughters, Greta Lambert- Mt. Jackson, VA and Darlene Mullins- Wise, VA; seven grandchildren; sisters, Dixie Blevins- Amissville, VA and Shelby

Moore- Fort Royal, VA; a brother, James Shepard- Nashville, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousin and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

   Memorial services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday September 3, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Burns Robinson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00

pm until time of services.

   Baker Funeral Home is serving the family of Shirley Elizabeth Mullins.

WISE, VA- Vernon Dewey Rose Jr., 50, lost his battle to cancer on Saturday August 24, 2019 from the Bristol Regional Medical Center- Bristol, TN. His loving family and friends at his bedside.

   Junior was a kind, caring and compassionate soul, always seeing the 

good in others. He enjoyed shopping, karaoke, camping, fishing, going out to eat and just being with people he loved. Junior was an employee of Kids Central for 27 years where he served as nutritionist. He loved working and caring for the children at the center. Junior loved with everything he had.

   Junior was reunited with his parents, Vernon Rose Sr. and Judy Rose Arnold. He was greeted at the gates of Heaven by Jesus Christ and is now free of all pain.

   Left behind to cherish many loving memories are his partner in life,

Austin Lawson-Wise, VA; stepfather, Vernon Harry Arnold-Wise, VA; brother, Rick Rose-Wise, VA; sisters, Jennifer Woods-Coeburn, VA and Rebecca Rose Fleming-Bristol, VA; nephews, Tyler, Brad, Shane, Taden, 

Toby and Dae-Dae; special nephews, Mark Rose and Sean Woods; nieces, Stephanie Austin and Miricale Rose; great nephew, Carter; great nieces, Anna and Kinsley and many, many close friends.  

   Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 pm Tuesday August 27, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend William Reid officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday August 28, 2019 at the Lick Fork Cemetery-Clintwood, VA. where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meetat the funeral home by 10:00am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home –Pound, VA is serving the family of Vernon Dewey Rose Jr.

ST. PAUL, VA- Travis Neil (Skittles)Webb. 25, passed away Thursday August 15, 2019 in Vansant, VA from injuries sustained 

in an accident at work. 

   Travis was born on December 20, 1993 in Dalton. GA . He was in the first graduating class of Eastside High School. Travis had 

several years of experience in the gas well industry and was currently an employee of Reliance Well Services, LLC. He loved fast cars, especially Subarus, loved music, loved fracking and loved playing video games. He cherished the time he spent with his family and friends.

   Travis was preceded in death by his aunt/best friend Jennifer Hall; 

his maternal grandparents, Arley and Brenda Hall; and his paternal grandparents, Dorothy and Palmer Webb.

    Survivors include his mother Renita  “Nita” (Hall)Hampton and 

husband Chad-Castlewood, VA; two sons Cole Webb-Wise, VA and Connor Webb-St. Paul, VA; special friend, Bryona Ward-St. Paul, VA; a sister, Haley Grey Hampton-Castlewood, VA; his aunts, Regina 

(Sissy/Mommy) Cook and husband Richard-Millstone, KY and Christina 

Hall and husband Robert-Whitesburg, KY; step-grandparents, Robert 

and Marsha Banner-Castlewood, VA; several cousins; special friends Henry Bentley II-Jenkins, KY, Roman and Latasia (Tay) Counts-Duffield, VA, Brian Burrell-Colorado, Kenneth Slone-Virgie, KY, Travis Hamilton-Coeburn, VA and Jeremy Howard-McRoberts, KY; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Celebration of Life services will be conducted at 7:00pm Tuesday August 20, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am Wednesday August 

21, 2019 at the Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where Kenny Stiles, Keith Stiles, Roman Counts, Opie Hall, Bennie Hicks and Patrick Hall will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Travis Neil Webb.

POUND, VA – Marie Bolling Meade, 90, entered peacefully into her eternal reward Sunday August 11, 2019 from Holston Valley Medical 

Center-Kingsport, TN. 

   Marie was a Christian and a member of the Church of God of Prophecy in the Mill Creek section of Pound. She loved going to church when she was able. Marie was an avid Pac Man player, and also enjoyed watching the weather channel and gameshows. She also was very well versed at 

supervising others doing yardwork and odd jobs around the house.

   Marie was preceded in death by her parents, John Narvel Fleming and Luvenia (Cox) Fleming.; her first husband Bennie Allen Bolling; her second 

husband, Jess Winford Meade; a son, Kyle Bolling;; an infant sister, Patricia Fleming; and three brothers, Bruce Fleming, Dennis Fleming and Donald Fleming.

    Survivors include her daughters, Faye Mullins and husband Frank-Pound, VA, Greta Bolling-Pound, VA and Darlene Boggs and husband Jeff-Pound, VA; her son, Ricky Bolling and wife Susie-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Kim Stidham,  Allen Thompson, Corey Bolling, Aaron Bolling. April Mullins, Chastity McGoughy and ShawnaHensley.; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins: special friends, TresaMullins, Bea Fleming and Evan Fleming; and a host of friends and loved 

ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday August 13, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ricky Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside committal services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday August 14, 2019 at the Bolliing Cemetery in the Flat Gap section of Pound, 

VA where Eric Fleming, Jeff Boggs, Shannon Fleming, Ricky Bolling, Jeff Stidham and Aaron Bolling will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Marie Bolling Meade. 

   POUND, VA- Eleanor ( Krzak ) Hayes,82, passed away  peacefully Saturday August 10, 2019 from Heritage Hall- Clintwood, VA. Her loving family was at her bedside.

   Eleanor was of the Roman Catholic faith and a 45 year member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Clintwood, VA.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, 

aunt and friend. Eleanor was an avid UK basketball fan and Philadelphia Eagles football fan. She loved to bake, crochet, and listen to all types of music with Elvis and Conway Twitty being 

two of her favorites. 

   Eleanor was preceded in death by her loving husband, John Roy Hayes; her parents, Stanley and Helen (Toth) Krzak ; a sister, 

Wilma Mullins and a brother, Stanley Krzak.

   Survivors include her daughters, Theresa Wright and husband Bobby- Dorton, KY, Angela Hayes-Blountville, TN, Donna Isaacs 

and husband Scotty- Castlewood, VA, Elizabeth Harlow and husband Mike–Stanley, NC,  Cynthia Boggs and husband Jeffery- 

Pound, VA and Eleanor Lynn Hall- Pound, VA; sisters, Margaret Johnson and husband Doug- Ashtabula, Ohio and Libby Fletcher-   

VA; brothers, Joe Krzak and wife Linda-Dunham, KY and John Krzak and wife Cathy-Aylett VA; 16 grandchildren; 20 great- grand

children; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to her passing and cherish her memory.

   Funeral mass will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday August 13, 2019 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Clintwood, VA with Father Tim Drake officiating. Burial will follow in the Dewey 

Memorial Cemetery- Pound, VA where grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

   The family will receive friends from 5:00–8:00 pm Monday August 12, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel- Pound, VA.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Eleanor Krzak Hayes.

   POUND, VA – Iva Dean Stidham, 74, entered peacefully into eternal rest Friday July 26, 2019 from her residence. Her loving family surrounded her bedside.

   Iva was born in Alabama to the late Marie Faulkner and Ivan D. Boggs on October 4, 1944. She was of the Christian faith.  Iva was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was a dedicated home maker  taking pride in the way she cared for her family. Iva loved gardening and putting up what her and Royce harvested each year. Her biggest pleasure was taking care of her family. Iva received her nursing degree from Virginia Medical College in Richmond, VA in 1964. Having worked at Dickenson Clinic, Heritage Hall, and several hospitals. Needing a change, she became a mail carrier for the Town of Wise for several years.  

In addition to her parents Iva was preceded in death by her brother Dennis Clay (Bud) Boggs; a sister, Beverly Sue Fox and a brother-in-law, Claude Sturgill

   Survivors include her loving husband and best friend of 53years Royce Gene Stidham, Sr; her daughter, Michelle Rose and husband Marty-Pound,VA; her son Royce Gene Stidham, Jr.-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Justin (Leah) Rose-Pound, VA and Adam ( Lindsey) Rose-Pound, VA: great-grandson. Abel Rose sisters, Anne Poholsky-

Pound, VA, Kay Cantrell and husband Gary- Mooresburg, TN andElaine Boggs and companion Eskor “Junior” Phillips-Pound, VA; brothers, Jamie Boggs -Mooresburg, TN and Everette “Ebby” Boggs

and special sister in law Kay-Mooresburg, TN; a brother-in-law, Joseph Fox- San Antonio, TX; sister- in-law, Jenni (Joe) Fuller- Mooresburg, TN; an uncle, John (Polly) Faulkner- Northport, AL; nieces, Carole Kiser, Rhonda Roberts, Crystal Keith, Sarah Howeth, Heather Askea, Mindy Spain and Ashlee Stanley; nephews, John 

Sturgill, Eric Brown, Ivan Fox, Dennis Boggs and Brad Boggs; 17 

great nieces and nephews and 10 great- great nieces and nephews, 

all of whom she cherished, numerous friends and loved ones, and her 

special pet and companion Knucklehead to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday July 28, 2019

in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy Belcherofficiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 12:00 noon Monday July 29, 

2019 at the Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where Justin Rose, Adam Rose, John Sturgill, Tanner Collins, Brad Boggs, Eric Brown and Dennis Boggs will serve as pallbearers.

Gabe Mullins and Joey Mullins are honorary pallbearers. Family and 

friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:00 am to prepare to go in procession 

to the cemetery.

    In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Dewey Memorial Cemetery Fund- 9900 Badger Lane, Pound, VA 24279

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Iva Dean Stidham.

      BIG STONE GAP, VA- Nicky Dan Mullins, 64, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday June 25, 2019 from his residence. His loving family was by his bedside.

    Nicky was Christian and loved his Lord, always wanting tolisten to the gospel music and hear the word of God. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys football fan, enjoyed watching Kentucky 

basketball games and Days of Our Lives on TV. Although he loved to play cards and Yahtzee, he couldn’t stand to get beaten 

by anyone, ( just ask his family.) Nicky was a prankster and loved to play jokes on everyone, just to put a smile on someone’s face

made him happy. He was a real Casanova and loved the ladies.

    Nicky was preceded in death by his parents, Hensel and Christine Mullins; a brother, Stacy Mullins and brother-in-law Donnie Mullins.

    Survivors include his sisters, Helena Mullins- Big Stone Gap, VA, Vivian Taylor-Wise, VA, Colleta Williams- Coeburn- VA, Sondra Mullins-Wise, VA, Angela Large- Clintwood, VA and Tish Scott- KY; brothers, Michael “Mutt” Mullins- Pound, 

VA, Alvin “Junior” Mullins-pound, VA and Vernon Dean Craft- Pound, VA; 31 nieces and nephews; 61 great nieces and nephews; numerous cousins; special friend, Marg and a host of friends and 

loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

    A Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday June 29, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive  friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Nicky Dan Mullins.

     EOLIA, KY- Teddy Gene Sturgill, 74, entered into eternity Monday June 24, 2019 from the Whitesburg ARH- Whitesburg, KY. His loving wife and family were at his bedside.

    Teddy was a Deacon and member of Millstone Primitive Baptist Church-Eolia, KY.  He was a motor grader operator for the Kentucky State Highway Department for more than 20 years. Teddy was proud to be called a “Graderman” and took pride in his work. He was an avid gun enthusiast, collected eagle statues and was an outdoorsman, enjoying both fishing and hunting. He loved reading the bible and drawing wisdom from its pages.

    Teddy was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Maudie Sturgill; brothers, Ronnie, Bob  and Foister; his brother-in-law and Hassell Hampton; sister-in-law, Judy Branham.

    Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Naoma (Hampton) Sturgill-Eolia, KY; a brother, Billy Sturgill- Roanne, IN; sisters, Beulah Coots and husband Harold- Wabash, IN., Pearl Sturgill-Roanne, IN., Patsy Wendell and husband Don- Portland IN and Peggy Sue Castle and husband Henry- Wabash, IN; special niece, Abbey Chapman and husband Pete- Eolia, KY; special nephews, 

Sheldon Sturgill and wife Stacy- Hennessey, OK and Chad Stidham and wife Crystal-Whitesburg, KY; was papaw to, Keeton Sturgill,

Regan Sturgill, Blaney Sturgill and Tryson Sturgill; special friends, James “Bud” Cornett- Line Fork, KY and Lewis Hampton- Payne Gap KY; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends

and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday June 26, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Corbin Hampton and Elder William “Bud” Adams officiating. The family 

will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday June 27, 2019 at the Hampton Cemetery, Eolia, KY where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

    Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Teddy Gene Sturgill.

     POUND, VA – Timothy Mullins, 57, entered into eternity Saturday June 22, 2019 from Holston Valley Medical Center. His loving family was at his side.

    Tim was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, dad, poppy, brother and friend. He had recently retired afternearly 40 years of experience in the coal mines. Tim believed in working to support his family and had done so his entire life. He enjoyed fishing,loved to piddle, was a prankster and loved to play and tell jokes, especially throwing a firecracker when you least expected it.. Tim was always taking care of others, doing what he could to help out a friend. Spending time with his family was his biggest enjoyment.

    Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Auville and Lela Mullins and a special uncle Arvid (Duckhead) Mullins; a nephew, joseph Boggs.

    Survivors include his loving wife of 42 years, Sharon Mullins- Pound, VA his daughter, Tara Lee Mullins- Wise, VA; his son Tim (Roll) Mullins 

and wife April-Pound, VA; his grandchildren, Catie Mullins and husband Landon- Clarksville, TN, Matthew Rasnick – Marine Corps Base Camp 

Lejeune, Jacksonville, NC and Aidan Mullins-Pound, VA; sisters, Karon “Kaye” Boggs- Bristol, VA and Sheila Taylor- Pound, VA; a brother, Stevie Mullins-Woodbridge, VA; nieces; Amanda Reed, Annessa Davidson, Wendy Tackett and Skye Mullins ; a nephews, Nathaniel Polly and  Chris Porter; numerous cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday June 25, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Danny Mullins and Brother Danny Short officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside committal services and burial will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday June 26, 2019at the Jimmy Cantrell Cemetery on Cub Hollow Road-Pound, VA where Tim “Roll” Mullins, Aidan Mullins, Travis Sturgill, Matthew Rasnick, Nathaniel Polly and Brad Short will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of TimothyR. Mullins.

      POUND, VA – Steven Shelcy Boggs, 61, entered into his Savior’s Kingdom Monday June 10, 2019 from the Norton Community Hospital.His loving family was at his side.

    Steve was a born again Christian and child of God. He was committed to his faith and his family. Steve was a loving husband, father, grandfather, 

brother, uncle and friend. He was proud to work and provide for his family. 

He enjoyed life and loved his family and friends. Steve had recently retired after nearly 30 years at Humphreys. He enjoyed working with and riding 

his horses. He enjoyed the horse shows and the friendships that came with them. He was quite the jokester with a quick wit and shared his love of laughter with everyone he met. He was a selfless man who was dedicated to caring for his wife and being the best dad he could be to them.

   Steve was preceded in death by his father, Shelcy (Shag) Boggs.

   Survivors include his loving wife of almost 32 years Joyce (Terry) Boggs; his mother, Madge (Brummitt) Boggs-Pound, VA; daughters Jennifer Strange and husband Chris-Pound, VA and Megan Nicely and husband Garth-Wise, VA; his sons, Travis Crabtree and wife Tracie-Richlands, VA and Jamie Hyden-Norton, VA; grandchildren Josh Strange, Lindsey Strange, Haven Crabtree, Hailyn Crabtree, Anistyn Crabtree, Mallory Mullis and Stetson Shelcy Nicely; his great-grandson Lucas 

Strange; his sister Martha Jett and husband Jack-Pound, VA; a brother, Kent Boggs-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his best 

friend Randy “Harlow” Shortt; and a host of friends and loved ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday June 13, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Chris Strange and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Elder Stacy Potter will conduct graveside committal services at 11:00 am 

Friday June 14, 2019 at the Addington Cemetery on Scott Roberson Hollow 

Road-Wise, VA where Jamie Hyden, Travis Crabtree, Anthony Sturgill, 

Garth Nicely, Chris Strange, Kent Boggs, Randy Shortt, Josh Strange, 

Brad Jett, Jack Jett, Brady Sturgill and Cole Sturgill will serve as pallbearers. 

Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am 

to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Steven Shelcy Boggs.

POUND, VA – Mrs. Muriel Moore, 91, entered peacefully into her eternal reward Thursday June 6, 2019 from her residence. She was surrounded by her loving children. 

   Muriel was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith. She attended Peuther Chapel Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, 

great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister and friend. She devoted her life to caring for others. Muriel took pride in the way she 

raised her family.  She raised two sets of twins, Terry and Sherry and Michael and Dianna. She enjoyed cooking, cleaning and all the other 

chores required of a homemaker. She especially enjoyed quilting and sewing and was an avid reader.

   Muriel was preceded in death by her husband Watson Moore; her parents, McKinley and Maudie (Swindell) Fleming; a sister, Carol Crook; and seven brothers, James Fleming, J C Fleming, Alphus 

Fleming, Roger Fleming, Hershell Fleming, Virgil Fleming and Meridth (Jim) Fleming.

   Survivors include her daughters, Terry Tonkin and husband Richard- Mt. Dora . FL, Sherry Roberson and husband Jimmy-Williamsburg,

VA and DiannaSmith and husband Talmadge-Pound, VA ; her son, Michael Moore-Pound, VA; grandchildren Stephen Roberson (Emily),  

Jason Moore, Amy Powers (Doug), Luzviminda Malibiran, Rosalinda Erb and Ryan Erb; 11 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; her quilting family at Hamilton Chapel Church;  and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her 

passing and cherish her memory.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday June 9,2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Joe Glenn Sluss officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday June 9, 2019 at the Collins-Fleming Cemetery on Kiser Mountain Road- Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pall-bearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Muriel Moore.

   POUND, VA – Miss Wilma Ann Hounshell, 82, passed away June 4, 2019 from the Nova Health and Rehabilitation Center in Weber City, VA. Her loving niece was by her side.

   Miss Hounshell was a graduate Christopher Gist High School in Pound, VA. She also was a graduate of Radford University, having earned both her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree. Wilma was a beloved librarian, teacher and vice principal at J W Adams Combined School during her 40+ years of service. She dedicated her life to helping others. Wilma was a Christian and a longstanding member and faithful attendee of the First Presbyterian Church of Pound. She loved bowling, gardening, going to church and running around with her “kids”. She had no children of her own but helped raise many.

   Wilma was preceded in death by her father, Roy Hounshell and her mother, Bonnie (Boggs) Craft and her brother, Roger Craft.

   Survivors include her niece Elizabeth Craft Sturgill and husband Lee- Kingsport, TN, nephew Scott Craft-Pound, VA; great niece, Ellis Rose; great-nephews,  Greyson, Liam, Jaxon and Ethan; sister-in-law, Carol Craft; best friends, Vonnie Addington, Debra Strouth and Millie Bentley; many members of the Sowards family whom she considered her own; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday June 7, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Danny Short officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday June 8, 2019 at the Hillman Cemetery –Pound, VA where Stacy Sowards, Teddy Sowards, Lee Sturgill, Greyson Chester, Austin Sowards and Jordan Johnson will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Wilma Hounshell.

      WISE, VA – James Carter 73, entered into eternity Thursday May 16, 2019 from the Holston Valley Medical Center. 

James was of the Baptist faith. He was a former surface miner. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He cherished the time he spent with his family.

    James was preceded in death by his wife Ruby (Carnes) Carter; his parents Oscar Carter and Verta (Adkins) Carter; and brother Larry Carter. 

    Survivors include his son Byron Carter and wife Shanda- Wise, VA, his daughters, Carol Mullins and husband Mark- Pound, VA ; grandchildren Whitnee Williams (Leonard), Jessie Singleton and Lacey Smith (granddaughters and special friends) Madison Mullins, Grayson Mullins, Teshauna Amburgy, and Bryona Carter; great-Grandchildren Hunter Amburgy, Hayden Amburgy, and Christian and Ava Isaac; a brother, Phillip Carter-Jonesville, VA; a special friend Lonnie Lucas; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

    As per James wishes his body was cremated after donating several organs and tissue to people in need.

    Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of James Carter.

   POUND, VA – Rodney Cantrell, 77, entered into eternity Thursday May 16, 2019 from the Mountain View Regional Medical Center. His loving family was at his bedside.

    Rodney was of the Baptist faith. He was a former surface miner and retired as an equipment operator for Wise County. Rodney was an avid high school and little league sports fan. He was a regular at all kinds of sporting events and enjoyed playing scratch lottery tickets as well. Rodney loved to discuss politics. He also enjoyed talking about the Lord. He had a cheerful personality and never met a stranger.

Rodney was preceded in death by his parents, Buddy Cub and Helen (Taylor) Cantrell; and infant son, James Keith Cantrell; And sister –in-law, Jeanette Cantrell.

    Survivors include his loving wife Gail (Balthis) Cantrell; his daughters, Nicole Sexton and husband Mark-Pound, VA andRhonda Kilgore- Norton, VA; grandchildren Jason Kilgore, Derek Kilgore, Ethan Gentry and Katlyn Gentry; step grandson, Charlie Scales; great-grand-daughter, Jaylen Kilgore; step-daughter, Becky Davenport and husband Scotty-Shelby, N C; Brothers Rocky Cantrell and wife Anita, David Cantrell and Max Cantrell and wife Pam, all of Pound, VA; special friends Carlyle Taylor and Gary Taylor; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday May 18, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Danny Baker officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. 

   Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday  May 19, 2019 at the Dotson Family Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 1:00 pm to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of RodneyCantrell.

   GATE CITY, VA- Eula Mae Sturgill, 71, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday May 14, 2019 from the Johnson City Medical Center.  She was surrounded by her loving family.

   Eula was a Christian and a member of the Copper Creek Primitive Baptist Church. She loved to sing at church and most recently sang at Easter sunrise service. Eula loved to sew, cook and spoil her grand-children. She also enjoyed mystery shows and puzzle books. 

  Eula was preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years Dan Sturgill; her parents, Lloyd and Ella (Boggs) Church; 3 brothers, 

Ray, Carl and James Church; and cousins Palmer and Claude Sturgill.  

  Survivors include her daughter, Melissa Dryden and husband Nick- Pound, VA; her son, Danny Ray Sturgill and wife Missy-Kingsport, TN; grandchildren, Mikey Dryden, Zack Dryden, Hannah Dryden and Taylor 

Aaron Sturgill (aka TAS );great-grandson Jace Dryden and two more bundles of joy on the way; a sister Betty Sue Hyde-Brandon, MS; a brother Oscar Church and wife Annette-Blufton, SC; special friends, Josh Bailey and Asher Meadows; several nieces and nephews; her church family; and a host of friends. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday May 16, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Harmon Willis officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday May 17, 2019 at the Mt. Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral 

home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Eula Mae Sturgill.

   POUND, VA- Bill Cantrell, 90, entered into eternal rest Monday May 13, 2019 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

   Bill was a born again Christian and a 70 year member of the Lone Pine Chapel Church- Pound, VA where he served as a Deacon, Sunday School teacher, clerk and a Board of Trustees member. Bill was also a  Kentucky Colonel He was 60 year member of the Pound Masonic Lodge #59 AF&AM where he was a 2 time past Master of the Lodge 

and past Deputy District Grand Master for the 48th Masonic District of Virginia. And although there was no formal title, Bill held the lodge 

together. He attended meetings and practices regularly and oftentimes made necessary repairs to the facility.  Bill was retired heavy equipment 

operator and a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He was a loving, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great- grandfather and friend. He was quick witted and had a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.  

   Bill was preceded in death by his loving wife, Nina Jane (Countiss) Cantrell; his parents, Ermine “Stub” and Ota (Bentley) Cantrell; brothers, Ermine Jackson Cantrell Jr. and Denny Cantrell.

   Survivors include his daughters, Carla Harless Marshall and husband Elbert- Pound, VA. Jenny Mullins- Norton, VA and Cindy Cantrell- San Francisco, CA; a son, Jeff Cantrell - College Station, TX; grand-children, Jay Harless  (Kim), Kit Marshall (Melanie), John Marshall (Katie), TravisCantrell (Marcey), William Holt (Megan), Alex Holt, Becky Mullins and Bill Mullins (Norma); great -grandchildren, Ben Harless (Emily), Emily Hobbs (Hadley), Rachael Mullins, Samantha Mullins, Sarah Mullins, Jadon Marshall, Chase Cantrell, Colton Cantrell, Connor Cantrell, Hazley Marshall, Oaklyn Marshall and Anthony Wright; great-great- grandchildren, Sadie Sergeant ,Declan Harless and ShaneWright; a sister, Joann Moore and husband Steve–Richmond, VA; several nieces and nephews, his church family, his Masonic brothers

and a host of friends. 

   Masonic services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday May 18, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. Celebration of Life services will follow with Pastor Bill Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

Private graveside services will be held Saturday May 18, 2019 at the Euen Countiss Cemetery-Pound, VA where grandsons and  great-grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Bill Cantrell.

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   WISE, VA- Larry Eugene Mullins, 59, passed away

Sunday May 12, 2019 from his residence. 

Gene was of the Baptist faith . He was mechanic for many years, loving to spend hours working on Hot Rod cars, he was a Mopar Man. Gene also enjoyed camping, fishing, reading (mostly mysteries) and spending as much 

time as he could with his grandson. Gene also had two cats that were very special to him, Frosty and Clifford, both gave him such joy to care for.

    Gene was preceded in death by his farther, Claude Emerson Mullins and a brother- in law, Robert Craig Moore.

    Survivors include his mother, Alice Mae (Osborne) Mullins- Wise, VA; a son, Brice Mullins- Wise, VA; a grandson, Derek Bradley Mullins- Wise, VA; a sister, Louise Mullins-Wise, VA; brothers, Emerson Mullins and wife Phyllis- Wise, VA and Reverend Carl Wayne Mullins and wife Norma Jean- Wise, VA ; special friend, Kyle Steffey; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a

host of friends and loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon 

Wednesday May 15, 2019 at the Beverly Cemetery- Wise, VA. with Reverend Carl Wayne Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:30 till 11:30 at Baker Funeral Home then proceed in procession to the cemetery.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of 

Larry Eugene Mullins.

  CLINTWOOD, VA – Darrell Fleming, 73, entered into eternity Thursday May 2, 2019 from his residence after a long and courageous battle with COPD. He was surrounded by his loving family.

   Darrell was of the Freewill Baptist faith and a devoted husband, father and grandfather.  He loved fishing, enjoyed hunting and was a nature lover in general. He liked working in his garden, yardwork and watching westerns. But his greatest joy was the time he spent with his grandkids.

   Darrell was a retired coal miner from Clinchfield/Pittston Coal and a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He enjoyed working until he was disabled and no longer capable of performing his job.

   Darrell was preceded in death by his parents, Seldon and Elsie (Hill) 

Fleming; sisters Phyllis Bobbit, Annette Damron and Charlotte Jane Fleming; and brothers, Doyle, Jason, Shirley and Jimmy Fleming.

   Survivors include his loving wife of nearly 56 years, Nancy (Smith) Fleming; daughters, Wanda Fleming Salyer (David) Clintwood, VA, Sherry 

Lea Fletcher-St. Paul, VA and Sheila Fleming Davis (Steve) Haysi, VA; his son Everette Keith Fleming (Sherry)-Dublin, VA; grandchildren Jade McKnight 

(William), Kaitlyn Davis, Matthew Large (Kasey), Darrell Evan Fleming (Allie), Logan Fletcher (Emily Bise), Daniel Baker, Joshua Large and Dylan Counts; great-grandchildren Conner McKnight and Camden McKnight; brothers, Johnny Fleming-northern Virginia. Kyle Fleming-Clarksburg, MD and Delmous Bobbit-Johnson City, TN; special family members, Ervin Large and Ronnie Fletcher; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   A celebration of life service will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday May 11, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. 

   In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the St Judes Children Research Hospital, 501 St Jude PL Memphis, TN 38105-9959

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Homer Darrell Fleming.

   WISE, VA – Patricia Hamilton Sexton, 49, passed away Friday March 29, 2019 from her residence.

   Patricia was homemaker and a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and 

neighbors. She enjoyed listening to classic rock and country music, playing cards, especially poker and spades, cooking and reading 

mysteries. 

   Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Judith (Justice) Haynes; her first husband, Eddie Hamilton; and her sisters, 

Tammy Mullins and Tina Haynes.

   Survivors include her husband, Roscoe Sexton-Wise, VA; daughters Ashley Layne-Castlewood, VA and Candice McAnnich-Jonesboro, TN;

sisters, Peggy Rose-Big Stone Gap, VA and  Donna Farmer-Cedar Bluff, TN; grandbabies, Cozetta Fogarty, Kirstyn Fogarty, William Fogarty,

Hunter Witt, Jayden Harper, Jace Harper, Robert McCoy Sexton, Skylar Gage Sexton and Madison Nicole Sexton; nieces and nephews, Leighann 

Rumberger Jason Mullins, J D Bevel, Rusty Haynes, Jacob Besseck and Jimmy Besseck ; other nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday April, 2, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mitch Elliott officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until time of services.

   Graveside committal services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday April 3, 2019 in the Laurel Grove Cemetery in the Ramsey section of Norton where Jacob Besseck, Rusty Haynes, Jason Mullins, Matthew 

Hamilton, J D Bevel and Roscoe Sexton, Jr  will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Patricia Sexton.

     EOLIA, KY- Paige LeAnna Adams Counts, 31, enter into eternity Sunday March 24, 2019 at her residence.  She was surrounded by her loving family.

    Paige was a fun loving, happy person, always smiling and full of life. “It is what it is” was her attitude about her condition, never complaining to anyone though it all. Paige was a Christian of the Baptist faith, she loved God, her family and friends. She was a 2006 graduate of Pound High School and a 2010 graduate of Alice Lloyd College. She was a math teacher for 9 years at Cowan Elementary School where she also coached volleyball .She loved her students and players as if they were her own children. Paige was part of “Big Blue Nation” and loved watching her Kentucky Wildcats on TV.

    Paige was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Bobby Adams; her maternal grandparents, Denver and Lola (Hubbard) Sturgill.

   Survivors include her parents, Teddy and Norma (Sturgill) Adams-Eolia, KY; her sister, Cortney Adams Hampton and husband Hassell Jr.- Eolia, KY; her grandmother Ruby Adams- Eolia KY; several aunts, uncles and cousins; her students and co-workers at Cowan Elementary ; her special four legged friend, Lacie;  and a host of friends and loved ones.

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday March 26, 

2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jimmy 

Hubbard officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm 

until time of services.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday 

March 27, 2019 at the Adams Cemetery on Roberts Branch- Eolia, KY

where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to 

go in procession to the cemetery.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound , VA is serving the family of Paige LeAnna Adams Counts.

    POUND, VA- Carrol Lee Cox of the Indian Creek section of Pound, VA went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2019 from Norton Community Hospital at the age of 91 years. He was 

surrounded by his family.

    Carroll was preceded in death by his parents, Ottis Lee Cox and Susie Riner Cox; son, Benny Floyd Cox; granddaughters,Bennye Helen Cox and September Cox; brother, Dannie Kedric

Cox and great-grand daughter, Ember Mullins.

    Those left to cherish his memory are, his wife, Helen Short Cox; daughters, Kathy Cox Mullins and husband Billy and Leah Cox Bullion and husband Butch; son, Johnny Cox and wife Lisa; daughter-in-law, Alice Cox; grandchildren, Seth and Eli Cox, Samuel Cox, Forrest Mullins, Jesse Mullins, Andy Bullion and 

Justin Bullion; great grandchildren, Chase Bullion, Brooke Bullion, Noah Mullins, Cainan Mullins, Jonah Mullins, Brycen Mullins and Aiden Mullins; sister Colleen Cox Meade and husband Wallace. Many nieces, nephews and cousins.

    Carroll often said, “I am alright , I will be going to a better place.” During his brief stay at the nursing home he was heard saying, “Hurry Jesus” and “I love every body.” He workedmany years in underground and surface mines and farmed. 

Carroll was a very talented person. He could hand weave beautiful baskets, make furniture and do carpenter work. When Carroll was 

a little boy at avery young age, he stood with his mother at Indian Creek’s first church and helped her sing “Will the circle be unbroken”.

Asyears passed his favorite song was “Amazing Grace”

    Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 pm Wednesday March 27, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy

Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of services. 

    Carroll will be laid to rest in the Riner-Cox-Browning Cemetery on Indian Creek where Andy Bullion, Justin Bullion, Samuel Cox, Jesse Mullins, Forrest Mullins, Seth Cox and Eli Cox will serve as 

pallbearers.

    Baker funeral home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Carroll Lee Cox. 

   MARION, VA – Benjamin Wade Wolford, 62, passed away Friday March 22, 2019 from his residence. 

   Ben was of the Baptist faith. He was a former heavy equipment operator and blaster helper. Ben was a loving son, brother and uncle.

He enjoyed watching television, especially Walker Texas Ranger,Andy Griffith, westerns and wresting. Ben also enjoyed country 

and gospel music and singing karaoke. 

   Ben was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Glessie (Cantrell) Wolford.

   Survivors include his sister Ella Mae Wolford-Adkins, VA;his brothers, Teddy Wolford and wife JoAnn-Troutville, VA and Kenneth Wolford and wife TheresaGail-Bumpass, VA; a niece,Courtney Tise, nephews, Kenneth and Cory Wolford; and a host of friends and loved ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7: 00 pm Sunday, March 24, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy 

Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm  until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon Monday March 25, 2019 at the Eli Mullins Cemetery on Sock Hollow Road-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve 

as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker 

   Funeral Home by 11:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Benjamin Wade Wolford.

    POUND, VA - Charlotte Faye Mullins, 54, passed away peacefully in her sleep Thursday March 14, 2019.

    Charlotte was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving mother, sister, daughter and friend. Charlotte was a twin to her sister Cheryl and was 

also the mother of twin boys Mark and Thomas Mullins. Charlotte enjoyed playing computer and video games, coloring on her tablet 

and playing cooking games. She liked to travel, especially to see her son Thomas.

    Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents. Franklin K. and Lura (Perrigan) Mullins, and her son Mark Lemar Mullins.

    Survivors include her son Thomas K. Mullins-Leesburg, FL her twin sister, Cheryl Johnson and companion Carl Knopp-Pound, VA; 

her brother, Robbie Mullins and wife Yvonne-Leesburg, FL.; nieces, Leann Gunther-Ashburn, VA, Laura Johnson-Baltimore, MD and

Sheena Woolever-Leesburg. FL; nephews, Gabriel Mullins-Ashburn, VA, Joey Mullins-Pound, VA, John Johnson-Pound, VA, Keith Johnson-Leesburg, FL Wesley Woolever-Leesburg, VA and MatthewWoolever- Weeki Wachee, FL; several cousins and other family 

members; and a host of friends and loved ones.  

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday March 17, 2019  in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter 

officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of 

services.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am Monday March 18, 2019 at the Levi Cantrell Cemetery- Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker

    Funeral Home by 10:00am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Charlotte Faye Mullins.

    WISE, VA – Edith Mae McCoy, 83, peacefully passed into eternity Tuesday March 5, 2019 from Heritage Hall –Big Stone Gap after an extended illness.

    Edith was of the Old Regular Baptist faith. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister aunt and friend.She worked as a cook in the cafeteria at St. Mary’s Hospital in Norton. Edith enjoyed reading, singing and listening to gospel music, but her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.

    Edith was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Geneva 

(Collins) Osborne; a son, Randall Marcus Baker; three sisters, Georgia Sturgill, Mary Green and Beulah Greear; six brothers, Frank, Jessee, Paul, Marvin, Charles and Adam Osborne; and her son-in-law Roger Collins. 

    Survivors include her daughters, Linda (Cookie) Shortt and husband Ray-Pound, VA and Teresa Collins-Coeburn, VA ;grandchildren, Dustin Shortt- Atlanta, GA, Brandon Shortt(Danielle)-Pound, VA and Damien Collins (Katy)-Coeburn, VA; great-grandchildren, Conner Shortt and Sierra Shortt; several nieces, nephews and cousin and a host of friends and loved ones.

    The family would like to give a sincere thank you to the staff at Heritage Hall-Big Stone Gap, VA

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday March 7, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend RandyCarter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. 

    Graveside committal services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday

March 8, 2019at the Mt. Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Edith Mae 

McCoy.

    WISE, VA-Randal Stephen Akers, 58, entered into eternity

Wednesday February 6, 2019 from  the Pikeville Medical Center. He was surrounded by his family.

   Randall was of the Christian faith. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. He was in the construction industry for over 20 years. Randall was a partner in Heartwood  Builders before taking a position as a project manager for the Virginia Department of Corrections. He helped build and renovate St. Mary’s Hospital, the convent and the doctors offices and the Chapel, the walkway park in Clintwood, and the renovation of the Tazewell Courthouse. Randall enjoyed going to  flea markets, especially in Hillsville, VA ,collecting knives, guns and old artifacts.

   Randall was preceded in death by his parents, Guy Clifford and Connie (Cantrell) Akers and his close friend, Sister Ann of St. Mary’s Hospital. 

   Survivors include the light of his life his daughter, Jade Akers- Wise, VA; two grandchildren, Bella Akers and Grayson Cooke both of the home; a sister, Linda Akers Green- Pound, VA; a brother, Guy Akers- Pound, VA; niece, Jennifer Johnson (Eddie)-Coeburn, VA;  nephews, Stephen Akers ( Becky Shortt)-Pound, VA, BrandonAkers (Mandy)- Fort Drum, NY; great nieces, Madysen Steffey, Chloe Akers and Macie Akers; great nephews, Hunter Johnson,Chase Johnson, Nicholas Buchanan and Brian Buchanan; aunt, Neveda Davis (Shirley)-Big Stone Gap, VA ; uncles, Joe Cantrell- Pound, VA, Dale Cantrell (Diane)-Pound, VA, Kenneth Cantrell (Ella)- Wise, VA and Raymond Cantrell (Mildred)- Falls Church, VA; special Friend and  mother of his daughter, Sandy Crawford , Hoss Sturgill and Eddie Clark; his beloved pets, Bell, Tori and Sophie; numerous friends.

   The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the 9th floor 

ICU at Pikeville Medical Center.

   A celebration of life service will be conducted 7:00 pm Saturday

February 9, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend 

Robin “Hoss” Sturgill officiating. The family will receive friends from 

5:00 pm until time of services.  

  Per Randall’s wishes, he will be cremated and live in his loved ones

hearts forever.

   In lieu of flowers, his family asked to make donations to your

favorite charity  in his memory.

   Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Randall

Stephen Akers.

    Pound, VA – Nita McCoy Layne, 78, passed peacefully into Eternity Tuesday February 5, 2019 from her sons Preston’s home in Church Hill, TN.

    Nita was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Nita was a former over the road truck driver with 20+ years of experience. She was an avid reader all her life and loved to travel. But Nita’s greatest joy was spending time with her family. 

    Nita was preceded in death by her husband, William Leroy Layne; her parents, Bascom and Gaynell (Robinson) McCoy; and a sister, 

Reva Dotson.

    Survivors include her daughters, Andrea Hamilton and husband Homer-Pound, VA and Vickie Bevins and husband Hollis, Jr.; her sons, Preston Layne and wife Veronica-Church Hill, TN and Christopher Layne-Middletown, VA; her grandchildren Cody Hamilton, Tyson Hamilton, Britney Layne, Skyler Layne, Christopher Layne, Caylee Layne, Kendra Lovern, Jada Layne and Tucker Layne; 8 great-grandchildren; her sisters, Ruth Ann Strouth, Glenda Baker, Avenell Shortt and Wanda Hylton; her brothers Vastine McCoy, James (Digger) McCoy, Langley McCoy, Lester McCoy, Curtis McCoy, Donnie McCoy and Cleatis McCoy; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends to cherish her memory.

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday February 8, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Hollis Bevins 

and Reverend Jimmy Dotson officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday February 9, 2019 at the Layne Cemetery in the Lick Fork Section of Clintwood, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by  10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

 Baker funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Nita McCoy Layne.

    POUND, VA- Charmie Victoria ( Phillips) Church, 92, passed from this life Monday February 4, 2019 from her home. She was surrounded by her loving family.

    Charmie was a dedicated Christian and member of Marthas Chapel Church- Pound, VA for 61 years. She found great comfort in singing and giving praise to the Lord. She spent many mornings reading her Bible while having her coffee. Her

hobbies throughout her years included gardening, working puzzles, cooking, camping and doing things for and with her family. Charmie married the love of her life, Junior Keith Church on March 13, 1948. They celebrated 51 years of marriage together, they are now reunited to spend eternity by each other side.

    Charmie is preceded in death by her loving husband, Junior Keith Church; her parents, Lloyd and Roseanna (Sturgill) Phillips; six brothers, Charles Herman Phillips, Howard Phillips,

Ray Phillips, Hillard Phillips, Reamus Phillips and Herbert Phillips; five sisters, Estell Mullins, Letha Darnell, Ona Horne, Marie Church and Anna Mae Peters; two grandsons, Shawn Collier and Daniel Rutherford.

    Survivors include two sisters, Beulah Gardner- Kingsport,TN and Kay Swaim – Myrtle Beach, SC; her daughters, Geneva Rutherford and husband Donnie- Pound, VA. Patsy Adams and 

husband Bobby- Eolia, KY, Susie Collier and husband Audie- Pound, VA ; sons, Paul Church and wife Doris- Jenkins, KY, Ronnie Church and Randall Church both of Pound, VA; 8 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; 3 great- great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host 

of loved ones to mourn her passing. The family wants to express heartfelt thanks and gratitude to her recent caregivers, Vickie Hall, 

Glenda Stallard and all previous caregivers. A special thanks to the hospice team, Mary, Pam and Christy.

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00pm Wednesday February 6, 2019 at Marthas Chapel Church- Pound, VA with Reverend Ray Yeary officiating. The family will receive friends 

from 5:00 pm until time of services.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am Thursday February 7, 2019 at Dewey Cemetery- Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to

meet at the church by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

    Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Charmie 

Victoria Church.

   POUND, VA- Ruby Kathleen Penland, 90, our beautiful precious mother went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 3, 2019 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center- Norton, VA with her daughters, Rhonda Miller and Sandra Atkins by her side.

    Kathleen was a Christian and a member of First Baptist Church- Pound, VA since 1952 where she served as a Sunday School Teacher and a Y.W.A. Leader. She graduated from Pound High School and studied Business at Clinch Valley

College- Wise, VA. She retired from banking at People Bank-Pound, VA in 1983 after a career of 15 years.

    She was the daughter of the late J.B. and Ocie Davis; devoted wife of W.F. Jackson “Lil Bill” who died in 1968 and Farrell Penland who died in 1992 .                She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Ruth Davidson and Edna Mae Nowlin. 

    Kathleen is survived by two sisters, Jeannette Cantrell- Pound, VA and Betty Jo Howell- Johnson City, TN and one brother, J.B. Davis- Falls Church, VA .

    Kathleen leaves behind two daughters, Rhonda Millerand husband Tommy- Wise, VA ; Sandra Atkins and husband Frank- Lutherville, MD ; two grandsons, Bryan Rakes and wife Jennifer- Lutherville, MD and Mike Rakes and wife Naina- Silver Spring, MD; two great granddaughters,Catie and Caroline Rakes and one great grandson, Tage Rakes several nieces, nephews and a host of friends. A 

special thanks to her caregivers for four months whom she loved. 

    Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 am Friday February 8, 2019 at the First Baptist Church- Pound, VA with Pastor Tommy Shell officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of services. Burial will follow in Bolling Cemetery- Pound, VA ( behind funeral home) where family members will serve as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers donation can be made to First Baptist Church- Pound, VA or your favorite charity in memory of Kathleen.

    Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA  is serving the family of Ruby Kathleen Penland. 

     WISE ,VA, - Gregory Gene Collins, 47, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019 from Norton Community Hospital- Norton, VA.

    Greg was of the Pentecostal faith. He was had just retired from Wallen Ridge State Prison in Big Stone Gap,VA after working there 20 years, he was known to his co- workers as “G”. Greg was an avid outdoorsman , he enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also liked watching football, baseball and 

WWE Wrestling, listening to all types of music, But his greatest joy was the time he spent with his children and family.

    Greg was preceded in death by a daughter, Charlotta Autumn Collins and  his father, Eugene Collins

    Survivors include his wife ,Tina ( Minton) Collins- 

Wise, VA; daughters Kiana Cheyenne Collins and Ciera Raychelle Collins; sons, Cobe Ryan Collins and Jacob Harding; his mother, Shirley (Mullins) Collins- Pound, VA; Special friend, Greg “ Guido” Mullins; several  nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his loss and cherish his memory.

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday February 6, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Darrell Bolling and Reverend Randy Carter officiating .

The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of 

services.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am 

Thursday February 7, 2019 at the Powell Valley Memorial Gardens- Big Stone Gap, VA .where the Wallens Ridge State Prison Honor Guard will perform funeral rites. Greg Mullins, 

Jacob Harding, Ricky Pientka, Ryan Ray and Jerry Boggs will serve as pallbearers. Co-workers at Wallen Ridge State Prison will serve as honorary pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00am to prepare to 

go in procession to the cemetery.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA. is serving the family of Gregory Gene Collins.  

     FREDERICKSBURG, VA – Joyce Ann Mullins, 78, passed away Friday February 1, 2019 , surrounded by her loving family.

    Ann was born in Wheelwright, KY on September 29, 1940 to the late Clinton Hobert Gilliam and Mary Elizabeth (Frost). 

    Ann spent her life dedicated to all her family members, no matter 

young or old. No mother, grandmother or great-grandmother could have done more for us than she. She was beloved by many that were not even blood relatives, but they called her Nanny just like she was theirs.

    In addition to her parents Ann was preceded in death by her loving Husband of 57 years Bobby Harold Mullins;, sisters Evelyn Seals, Dorothy Price, Jewell Crawford, Pauline Goodridge, Jacqueline Cantrell, Sue Gaier and Linda Gates; and brothers, Clinton Gilliam, Jr,Harold Gilliam, Paul Gilliam, Kenneth Gilliam, Glenn Gilliam and Joe Gilliam. 

    Ann was the last of 14 children to meet their loved ones at the gates of Heaven. Everyone who knew her can only imagine the joy going on in Heaven right now, as she has been reunited with her husband and 

family.

    Ann is survived by her two daughters and their spouses, Teresa and Robert Huntt and Yvonne and Michael Furrow; one son, James Clayton Mullins and companion Sissy Myers. She was a loving Nanny to nine grandchildren, Jaime, Jib, Michelle, Bud, Becky, Ashleigh, Cody, Jonathan and Joshua. She was also beloved by her 14 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. 

    Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday February 5, 2019 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Manie Strouth officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of 

services.

    Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday February 6, 2019 at the Gilmer Mullins Cemetery on the Right Fork Road-Pound, VA where she will be laid to rest beside her husband. Sons-in-law and 

grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to 

the cemetery.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Joyce AnnMullins.