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MACLIND JOSIAH LEITH WALLACE

MACLIND JOSIAH LEITH WALLACE

MACLIND JOSIAH LEITH WALLACE

  

NORTHUMBERLAND, PA – Maclind Josiah Leith Wallace, age 2months and 13 days, passed away peacefully in his mother’s 

arms at the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA on Monday January 30, 2023.

   “Maclind the Warrior” beat the odds first by being born and then surviving the length of time that he did. During his brief time on 

earth he touched the hearts of many family members, doctors, nurses and people all over the world. 

   Maclind joined many family members including his maternal great-grandparents Earlon Mullins, Curtis Branham and Nellie 

Branham; his paternal great-grandparents Mart Wallace, Edna Hall, J D Baldwin and Goldie Baldwin in Heaven.

   Maclind is survived by his parents Aaron and Brandy Wallace; his sister Leighton Wallace; his brothers Landon Wallace, Micah 

Wallace, Malakai Wallace, Nash Wallace, Brycen Mullins and Aiden Mullins; his maternal grandparents Donald and Kelly 

Branham; his paternal grandparents Andra and Michael Wallace; his maternal great-grandmother Barbara Mullins; special great-

uncle Victor Wallace; special uncle Joshua Wallace; special aunts Brittney Branham and Heather Branham; several great aunts, great 

uncles and cousins; and host of beloved family members. 

   Maclind’s parents would like to extend a special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Hershey Medical Center for the care and love given to Maclind and all the family. 

 Celebration of life services will be conducted at 12 Noon Saturday February 4, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon 

Ralph Wallace and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

  Committal services and burial will follow at the Gilmer Mullins Cemetery on Greely Gilmer Road in Pound, VA. Maclind’s father

Aaron Wallace and brother Landon Wallace will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Maclind Josiah Leith Wallace.

JOHN GLENN STEELE

MACLIND JOSIAH LEITH WALLACE

MACLIND JOSIAH LEITH WALLACE

  POUND,VA- John “ Steele Ball” Glenn Steele, 60, ran into Jesus beautiful arms on Thursday January 19, 2023, surrounded 

by his family and fur baby Sugar Marie.

  John was of the Baptist faith and as a young child asked Jesus into his life and was baptized. He was a 1982 graduate of Pound 

High School. John loved to make people laugh with all the various character voices he could do. Steele Ball never met a stranger and his favorite saying to everyone was “Hi man…how have you been doing.” If he saw 

a small child, he loved to go up to them and ask them who their favorite cartoon character was. He loved to make them smile or laugh. John was a semi-pro wrestler and enjoyed watching wrestling and being in the ring.

  John was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Virginia and Ernest Meade; his paternal grandparents, Early and

Bennie Steele; his father, Junior Steele; his stepfather, Burlin Cantrell and birth mother, Billie Arnold Kaywood.

  Survivors include his mother, Elletta Cantrell- Pound, VA; daughter and apple of his eye, Leanna “Rey” Steele- Fredrick, 

MD; half- brother, Albert Bolden- Texas; half -sisters, Terrie Martinez and Rose Bolden both of Texas; special care giver- 

Denise Steele- Wise, VA; bonus grandchildren, Jace, Elizabeth, Izabella and Elijah Englert ; his grand pups, Harley and Rebel; several precious aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and friends to cherish the memories made by John.

  The family would like to say a special thank you to the wonderful ICU nurses at Norton Community Hospital and the staff at Caris Healthcare Hospice in Big Stone Gap, VA for the love and care they provided John and his family… May God be with all of you. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm Sunday January 22, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mike Strouth and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday January 23, 2023 at the Meade Cemetery (Ferbie Road) – Pound, VA where Alex Peters, Brian Peters, Paul Dotson, Duane Robinson, Matthew Meade, Matthew Peters and Andrew Peters will serve as pallbearers. Brittant Tunnell and Charlie Burke will serve as honorary 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 John Glenn Steele.

LEE ROY CANTRELL

MACLIND JOSIAH LEITH WALLACE

SHIRLEY MAE FLEMING

  Lee Roy Cantrell, age 87, of Harriman , TN passed away at his home on Monday January 17, 2023.

  Lee Roy was born in Pound, VA on July 4, 1935. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1954 and served until his retirement in 1977. After retirement, he went back to college and graduated in 1983 with a bachelors degree from Lincoln Memorial University. Upon completing his degree he worked  for and retired from TOSHA in January of 2000. He was a proud member of the DAV Chapter 26 (Oliver springs, TN), 

VFW Post 9600 (Pound, VA), East Fork Masonic Lodge 460, F& AM (Dyllis community of Roane County TN), and Dyllis Baptist Church. Lee Roy devoted his life to helping others, neighbors and doing everything he could for the DAV. In his spare time he enjoyed gardening and farming.

  He was preceded in death by his wife who he married in 1955, Jacqueline Cantrell; parents Everett and Leota Cantrell; sisters Brenda Gilliam, Frances Dotson and Carolyn Meade.

  Survivors include his children, Lee R. Cantrell, Jr., Robert N. Cantrell 

and Susan Ashley and husband Dwayne; brothers David Cantrell and wife Billy Jean, Newell Cantrel and wife Crystal; sister Joan Mullins; grandchildren Amber N. Cantrell and Joseph B. Hendrickson; great-grandchildren Brooklyn Hendrickson, Jayce Cantrell, and Jayden Hendrickson; ; brother-in-law Jeff Meade; also by nieces, nephews, extended family members and special friends

  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the DAV Chapter 26 in Oliver Springs at 530 Kingston Ave. Oliver Springs, TN 37840 or the Tennessee Alzheimer’s Association at www.alztennesse.org.

Visitation will be from 2-4 pm on Saturday January 21, 2023 at Premier Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs. Funeral services will begin at 4pm with Pastor Dean Wright officiating. 

  The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Sunday January  22,2023 at Baker Funeral Home in Pound, VA. Lee Roy will be laid to rest at Eli Mullins Cemetery in Pound, VA at 2:30 pm

  Premier Sharp Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cantrell family 

SHIRLEY MAE FLEMING

JAMES "J D " MULLINS

SHIRLEY MAE FLEMING

  POUND, VA – Shirley Mae Fleming, 80, passed away Wednesday

January 4, 2023 at her daughter’s residence in Chiloquin, OR with 

her daughter and son-in-law by her side. Shirley was born August

20, 1942 in Pound, VA to Emory and Edith (Sturgill) Stidham. She 

married Douglas Roger Fleming September 26, 1961.

  Shirley was of the Baptist faith. In recent years she was unable to 

attend church services, but took great comfort in reading the Bible 

daily. She loved reading, working puzzles, sewing, cooking and 

taking care of family. She took in numerous stray cats over the 

years and loved and pampered them all.

   Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Roger Fleming; 

parents Emory and Edith Stidham; and a sister Juanita Boggs.

Surviving are her son Brian Fleming and wife Libby of Pound, 

VA ; daughter Tina Fleming-Fegles and husband Ernie of Chiloquin, 

OR; brother Mitchell Stidham; sisters Mildred Boggs, Sandra 

Browning, Joyce Roberts, Kathy Hall and Lisa Cantrell; grand-

children Delina Dory, Ian Whidden, Emma Wilson and Haley 

Wilson: and great-granddaughter Walli Maye Dory. In addition

she leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and other loved 

ones.  

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

21, 2023 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 follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery on Dewey Road-

Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as 

pallbearers.

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

Shirley Mae Fleming.

JAMES "J D " MULLINS

JAMES "J D " MULLINS

JAMES "J D " MULLINS

  PICKENS, S.C. – James D. “Jim” Mullins, 87, passed away on Wednesday January 11, 2023 at his home.

   JD was born in Pound, VA on February 17, 1935 to the late Chester and Ora Riggs Mullins. He was a man of many talents 

and was medic in the air force while serving in the Air Force in Korea, a teacher at Easley Christian School, owned Mullins Masonry and was a Sunday School teacher at Jones Avenue Baptist Church. Above all else he loved his Lord and his family and was known for cooking the best pancakes and grits.

   Jim is survived by his loving wife of 23 years Brenda Mullins; five children: Becky Bridgewater, Clara Compton (Charles), Mark 

Mullins (Rani), Debbie Sessin, and Tiffany Lister (Joel); three bonus kids: Suzanne Bolding, Marie Bolding-Tyre (Dale) and

Dena Recio (Ben); nineteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; one sister: Trish Thompson; one brother: Larry 

Mullins; and a very special fur-baby: Papa’s Puppy Greta.

  In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by two daughters: Helen Heller and Kimberly Snedden; and six brothers and sisters.

 Memorial services will be held at 3:30 PM Wednesday January 18, 2023 at Jones Avenue Baptist Church. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM.

   Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday January 20, 2023 at the Calvary Baptist Church in Pound, VA with Elder Stacy Potter 

officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until time of services. 

Burial will follow in the Mullins/Sturgill Cemetery on North Fork Road-Pound, VA where Adam Whitaker, Ben Recio, Levi Recio, 

Cole Recio, Joel Lister and Carter Dorsey will serve as pallbearers.

   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Victory Bible Camp, 64741 Victory Rd Sutton-Alpine , AK 99674 or to 

Jones Avenue Baptist Church Missions, 614 Ross Ave, Easley SC 29640

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of James D. “Jim” Mullins.

JIMMY DALE HAMILTON

JAMES "J D " MULLINS

JAMES "J D " MULLINS

  POUND, VA- Jimmy Dale Hamilton 73, loving father, husband, son and brother passed away peaceful Sunday January 15, 2023 

from Norton Community Hospital- Norton, VA.

  Jimmy was born at the original St. Mary’s Hospital in Norton, VA on February 16, 1949 and was welcomed by his parents,  James and Janice Hamilton. He graduated from Pound High School in 1967 and worked for his parents in their drycleaning business. Jimmy then went on to attend Clinch Valley College in Wise, VA. He was employed as a bus driver for Wise County Schools for many years and then in 1980 he ventured into the coal business and was president and a partner of Alpha Coal Company. Jimmy eventually joined his father-in-law at Bogg’s Service Station and took over the business upon his father-in-law's retirement. In the late 1990’s he established an antiques and 

collectables business… The Antique Station. Jimmy came to accept the Lord Jesus Christ as his savior in 1995 and joined the Pound United Methodist Church.

  Jimmy was preceded in death by his father James H. Hamilton; his maternal grandparents, Jarvy and Viola Cantrell Boggs; his paternal grandmother, Vesta Lane Hamilton; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harold and Rebal Boggs. Special friends, Ray Day and Monty Boggs.

  Left to mourn his passing is his wife of 53 years, Glenna Boggs Hamilton, his beloved daughter, Katherine Denise Hamilton; his 

children of the heart, Dylan and Harper Hamilton; his mother, Janice Boggs Hamilton; his brother, Randy Hamilton and wife Stephanie; his sisters, Mitzi Hamilton Slemp and husband Glen and Tempi Hamilton Hale and husband Ron and nephews, Brad Lee Hamilton and Drew Slemp, a great niece, Abigail Hamilton and a great-nephew Ryder Hamilton. Special friends, Dale Stallard, Milton Ellison, Liz Tompkins Neimeier and Carol Day.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Thursday January 19, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy 

Carter and Reverend Glen Slemp officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services. Burial will follow at Mt.

Zion Cemetery- Pound VA where Drew Slemp, Brad Lee Hamilton, “Nut” Robinson, Lynn Musick, Chad Cantrell, Greg Holland will serve as pallbearers. Serving as Honorary pallbearers will be Milton Ellison, Mike Combs, Richard Hunsaker and the Pound High School Class of 1967. 

    In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pound 

United Methodist Church - PO Box 1208 -Pound, VA 24279 or 

Pound Rescue- PO Box 711- Pound, VA 24279.

  Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is honored to be serving the family of Jimmy Dale Hamilton.

BETTY JO DINGUS RHEINBOLT

BETTY JO DINGUS RHEINBOLT

BETTY JO DINGUS RHEINBOLT

  POUND, VA – Betty Jo Dingus Rheinbolt, 89, entered into eternity Saturday January 14, 2023 from her residence. Her loving family was at her bedside.

  Betty was a Christian of the Baptist faith and was a member of Ralph Potter Memorial Chapel. Betty was a retired nurse having spent over 33 years caring for thousands of patients.at the Wise ARH, Lonesome Pine Hospital and the last 18 years in the ER at Indian Path Hospital. She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed cooking, gardening, tending to her flowers and reading. She was devoted to caring for her family. Betty was also an avid Atlanta Braves fan. She loved to travel when she was able and was known to always keep things in order. 

  Betty was preceded in death by her parents Andrew andGertrude (Hollyfield) Mullins; her son Steve Dingus; her grandson Preston Dingus; siblings, Nellie Tarks, Inez Short, Theda Stivers, Kermit Mullins, Wayne Mullins, Ermine Mullins and Curtis Mullins; and a special friend Frances Short. 

  Survivors include her daughter Karen McCray-Pound, VA; her son Terry Dingus and companion Tammy Dean -Pound VA; grandsons Robert Morgan -Pound, VA, Brandon Dingus- Bluefield, VA, Steven Dingus- Wise, VA; great-grandchildren, Tanner Dingus (Sahara)- Pound, VA, Dalton Dingus- Wise, VA, Bryson Dingus, Gavin Dingus and Abriella Dingus all of Bluefield, VA; great-great grandchild, Allie Kay Dingus; caregiver, Tiffany Vanover; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday January 17, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. 

  Committal services will be held at 3:00 pm Wednesday January 18, 2023 at the Powell Valley Memorial Gardens Mausoleum where Terry

Dingus, Brandon Dingus, Bryson Dingus, Robert Dingus, and Steven Dingus will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 1:30 pm to for a final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Betty Dingus Rheinbolt.

CLARA LOU ROBINSON

TERESA ANN MEADE STIDHAM

TERESA ANN MEADE STIDHAM

  POUND, VA – In loving memory of our mother, Clara Lou Robinson, age 76, who was born in Gate City, VA on 11/23/1946 and passed away with her family by her side on 1/10/2023. She was the devoted wife of 58

years to Burns Robinson and loving mother of Karen (Robinson) Whitt-husband Albert “Duke”, Pound, VA; Michael Robinson-wife Tamara, Pearisburg, VA; Gregory Robinson-wife Kristina, Troutville, VA; and Bradley Robinson-wife Courtney, Big Stone Gap, VA. Grandchildren –Kenzlee Robinson, Sydney Robinson, Travis Whitt-wife Victoria, 

Kristopher Robinson, Kayce Robinson, Tyler Robinson, and Anderson Robinson. Brother James Jenkins and several nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved very much.

  Clara was preceded in death by her parents Dorothy Kendall-mother, Irvin Jenkins-father, and Marie Jenkins-stepmother, sisters Ann Thacker and Betty Marie Jenkins, brothers- Roger Jenkins, Larry Jenkins, Jeff Jenkins, Jackie Anderson and Clay Anderson.

  Clara was a devoted Christian and member of Hamilton Chapel Church in Pound, VA. Mom loved going to church and loved her church and Christian family. Mom was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. She was a source of inspiration to us all and will be deeply missed by 

everyone whose lives she touched.

  Growing up, mom was always there for us, whether we needed help with our homework or just a shoulder to cry on. She was woman of strong faith and she instilled in us the importance of our faith, family,

hard work and doing what is right. She enjoyed working her daily puzzles and was an avid sports lover. She was known as Coach Robinson and the Mayor of Mill Creek. Our mother was true role model who we always looked up to.

  Our hearts are heavy, but we know she is no longer suffering and we will see her again. We love you so much and will be truly missed.

  Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday January14, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Larry Dotson officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services.

  Burial will follow at the Powers Cemetery-Clintwood, VA where sons, grandsons and son-in-law will serve as pallbearers.

  In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Pound Rescue Squad at P O Box 711 Pound, VA 24279 or Hamilton Chapel Church at P O Box 772 Pound, VA 24279.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Clara Lou Robinson.

TERESA ANN MEADE STIDHAM

TERESA ANN MEADE STIDHAM

TERESA ANN MEADE STIDHAM

  

POUND, VA – Teresa Ann Meade Stidham, 66, passed peacefully on Saturday January 7, 2023 in the comfort of her home. She was 

surrounded by her loving family.

   Teresa was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother and memaw. Teresa was a 1975 graduate of Pound High 

School. She met the love of her life, David Stidham there 51 years ago. She worked for a total of 20+ years as a cook at Heritage Hall in Wise and then at St. Mary/ Mountain View Hospital in Norton. She loved to sew, garden and work outside. Most of all she loved spending time with family. 

   Teresa was preceded in death by her son Michael Stidham; her mother Ruble Meade; her father-in law James Stidham; and three 

infant grandchildren.

   Survivors include her loving husband of 47 years David Stidham-Pound, VA; her daughter Bridget Mullins and husband Jason-Pound, VA; grandchildren Brandon Mullins and fiance’ Chloe and Brittany 

Robinette and husband Noah; four bonus grandchildren Grace Hamilton, Amber Stidham, T J Stidham, and Lindsey Stidham; 

her father Lowell Meade-Pound, VA; sisters Cheryl Mullins and husband Terry-Pound, VA, Cecilia Cantrell and husband Mike-

Pound, VA and Amanda Mullins and husband Mark-Pound, VA; mother-in-law Dossie Stidham; sisters-in-law Wanda Clay, Teresa Caudill, Patricia Sturgill and husband Wade, Pam Campbell and husband Jim and Carolyn Collins and husband Robert; brothers-in-law Curtis Stidham, Robert Stidham and wife Dorothy and Fitzhugh 

Stidham and wife Helen; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones; her cat Maggie, her granddogs and her great-grandpups.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday January10, 2023 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 Wednesday January 11, 2023 at the Dotson Cemetery on Bold Camp Road-

Pound, VA where Lucas Meade, Tyler Hubbard, Wesley Sturgill, Waylon Sturgill, Walker Sturgill and T J Stidham will serve as 

pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am for a final viewing and to prepare to go in 

procession to the cemetery. 

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Teresa Ann Meade Stidham.

THOMAS GENE SPARKS, JR

TERESA ANN MEADE STIDHAM

JANET MARIE BAKER ROBINSON

  

POUND, VA – Thomas Gene Sparks, Jr. 46, left this world for his heavenly home Friday January 6, 2023 from the Norton Community Hospital. 

   Thomas was a Christian of the Baptist faith and attended Calvary Baptist Church-Pound, VA where he considered them all his family.

Thomas was employed by Wise County as a convenience center attendee. He was an inactive member of the Pound Fire Department and the Pound Rescue Squad. He was very active in helping with

the “Pickin in the Pound” of which he was very proud to be a part and involved on line in his NF support group.. Thomas enjoyed 

playing the guitar and singing, photography and kayaking. He never met a stranger, always had a smile and was deeply loyal to his God, his family and his friends.

Thomas was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Roy and Cotella Sparks and his step-grandmother Ruth Sparks; his  maternal grandparents Frank and Mary Cantrell; aunts Nancy Sparks and Patricia Sparks; and uncles Robert Sparks and Jackie Lynn Lawson.

   Survivors include his parents Tom and Jean Sparks-Pound, VA; sisters Janie Short (Venessa)-Johnson City, TN and Tracy Hylton 

(Travis)-Pound, VA; his nieces Emily (Dylan), Madison, Cali and Rose; his nephews Jordan (Erica), Peyton (Taylor), Brendan (Brittany), Nolan, Gavin, Cameron, Kyler, Beckham, Asher, Gage and Isaiah; uncles Rudy (Janet) Sparks and Phil (Chris) Cantrell; aunts Jewell (Benny) Mullins and Vanda Lawson; numerous cousins and other family and friends; and his beloved fur baby cat Rebel.

  As per Thomas’s wishes he will be cremated.  Memorial service will be held at 

6:00pm Saturday January 21, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Aallan Sanders officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm until time of services.  

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Thomas Gene Sparks, Jr.

JANET MARIE BAKER ROBINSON

JANET MARIE BAKER ROBINSON

JANET MARIE BAKER ROBINSON

  POUND, VA – Janet Marie Baker Robinson, 80, our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, wife and sister passed away Saturday December 31, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her family.

   Janet was a member of Ferbie Chapel FWB Church in Pound, VA where she taught Sunday School for over 30 years. She was also a founding member of Bethel FWB Church in Woodbridge , VA where she served as youth director.

   Janet was a talented seamstress and an avid gardener. She especially enjoyed her flowers and was always willing to share any plant and her knowledge. Janet was a jack of all trades with Pro Arts for many years.

  Janet also knew her way around the kitchen and was the one everyone in the family called for help with a recipe or questions about canning. She was a compassionate person, caring for many family members in 

their time of need. To her children, there was nothing she couldn’t do. 

   Janet was preceded in death by her husband James (J. T.) Robinson her parents Ray and Gertie (Meade) Baker and a sister Loretta Mullins.

 Survivors include her sons Duane Robinson-Pound, VA and Dennis Robinson and wife Terri-Weyers Cave, VA; her daughter Sonja Suggs and husband Chris-Strasburg, VA and bonus child Adam Cessna-Pound, VA; grandchildren Tracey Michael, Wyatt Suggs and Cody Suggs; great-grandchildren Owen Michael, Emmet Michael and Levi Michael; sisters Juanita Kelly and husband Harry-St. Paul, VA and Neva Webb and husband Danny-St. Paul, VA; several cousins and 

a host of friends and loved ones. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday January 7, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mike Strouth and Reverend Chris Strange officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

  Burial will follow in the Meade Cemetery on Ferbie Road-Pound, VA where Duane Robinson, Dennis Robinson, Chris Suggs, Cody Suggs, Daniel Vanover, Ryan Vanover and Scott Mullins will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Owen, Emmet and Levi Michael.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Janet Marie Baker Robinson.

Ronnie Eugene Woodruff

JANET MARIE BAKER ROBINSON

Ronnie Eugene Woodruff

  WISE, VA – Ronnie Eugene Woodruff, 69, entered into his Heavenly reward Friday December 30, 2022 from the Holston 

Valley Medical Center after an extended illness. His loving family was at his side.

   Ronnie was a lifetime resident of Wise County and a veteran of the United States Army. Ronnie was a Christian of the Baptist 

faith and attended Bethel Chapel Church in Wise, VA. He enjoyed going to church and playing his guitar for the Lord. He went home with his Friend to whom he gave praises every day. Ronnie believed 

every day he woke up that it was a miracle, he never gave up or lost faith and whatever God’s will was for him, it would be done. 

He enjoyed working with the public at the convenience store and never met a stranger. He always mentioned Jesus and told people 

of his faith and had an impact on everyone he met. Ronnie was a big baseball fan and loved the Atlanta Braves for decades. He 

was a loving head of his family, and did his best to care for hiswife, children and grandchildren. Ronnie didn’t have a dog of his own, but he loved feeding bologna and hot dogs to his son’s dog Pixie.

   Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents William and Mildred (Booher) Woodruff; and his brothers Roger Woodruff, 

Larry Woodruff and Roy Woodruff.

   Survivors include his wife Kathy (Stanley) Woodruff-Wise, VA; his sons William Woodruff and wife Heidi-Wise, VA, Adam Woodruff and wife Victoria-Wise, VA and Patrick Woodruff and wife Jessica-Wise, VA; grandchildren Isaiah, Skylar, Carson,Liam, Bentley, Adalyn, Nataline, Achilles, Annalyse, Azreal, Mitchell, Grayson, Hayden and Matthew; his sisters Kathleen Dean, Georgia Poston, Wilma Riner  Phyllis Campbell, Frances Davenport, Missy Austin and Barbara Wright; his brothers Ricky Woodruff, Darville Woodruff and Donald Woodruff; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; his Church family; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday January 2, 2023 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mitchell

Elliot, Reverend Randy Sturgill and Reverend Robert Cantrell officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon Tuesday January 3, 2023 at the Stanley Cemetery in the Duncan Gap section of Wise, VA where sons and grandsons will serve as 

pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:00 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of   Ronnie Eugene Woodruff.

JAMES WILBUR RAY

JANET MARIE BAKER ROBINSON

Ronnie Eugene Woodruff

  

WISE, VA – James “Booger Ray” Ray, 73, entered into his eternal reward Wednesday December 21, 2022 after a long illness. His loving wife Pat was by his side.

   James was a Christian of the Pentecostal faith. He was retired from Alpha Resources with over 30 years of service as a heavy 

equipment operator. Booger Ray was a loving husband, father and grandfather. His grandchildren were the light of his life.

He enjoyed riding his Harley and loved motorcycle trips with his friends. He also loved to travel with his wife, by motorcycle 

or automobile. He was particular with his property and kept his yard and fish pond very neat. Booger Ray was quick to help 

anyone that he could, he even volunteered with the National Guard. He had owned several German Shepherds but Sheeba 

was his favorite and her passing really hurt him. He had lived a good life on earth and was ready to enter into eternity.

  James was preceded in death by his parents James P. Ray and Ruble (Hamilton) Ray Belcher; and a brother Jay Ray.

  Survivors include his loving wife of 23 years Patricia Ray-Wise, VA; his daughters Michelle Nelson-Columbia City IN and April Osborne and husband Richard-Bristol, VA; his sons James W. Ray and wife Amy-Columbia City, IN, Chad A. Ray and wife Keely-Columbia City, IN and Travis Mullins-Johnson City, TN; 

8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 

a sister Sally Ray-Kingsport, TN; a brother Roger Ray; and as host of friends and loved ones.

   A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

SUSIE CAROL GIBSON

MARTINE JULIETTE MAGGARD

MARTINE JULIETTE MAGGARD

  WISE, VA-Susie Carol Gibson, 64, departed this world from her residence Monday December 12, 2022 to enter her heavenly home. She was surrounded by her loving family.

  Susie was of the Christian faith. She loved her God and her family. She enjoyed listening to Bible lessons on her phone 

and her tablet. Susie loved to play with her dolls and she enjoyed watching TV and family time. She loved to cook and Sunday dinners were one of her favorite things to enjoy. 

  Susie was preceded in death by her parents Sydney and June Whitehouse; her sister Janice Maggard; grandchild Jodie Gibson; great-grandchildren Xavier Hamilton and Delilah Siebenhaar;  her brother-in-law Wayne Large; her sister-in-law Kaye Perry; and her beloved chihuahua Sadie.

   Survivors include her daughters Shanna Freeman Hall and husband Robert-Wise, VA

and Hope Maggard and husband Jimmy-Wise, VA; her son Jody Gibson and companion Sheila-Norton, VA; her grandchildren Lekeisha, Sierra, Chris, Alexis and Hannah Gibson, Destiny and Austin Siebenhaar, Madison and Cody Freeman, Becca and Clayton Dickenson and Beth Hall ; great-grandchildren Levi, Jaxxlyn, Paxxton and Olinleah Hamilton, Isaiah Salyer, Leayiam and Wyatte Siebenhaar; Graysonn and Adalynn Freeman, Pheobe, Rhunell and Lewia Dickenson, Renesamay  and Davina Hall-Sandiago; sisters Tonia Large-Wise, VA; brother Danny Perry-Coeburn, VA; brother-in-law Jeff Maggard-Wise, VA; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing.

 Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday December 14, 2022 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 services will be conducted at 11:30 am ThursdayDecember 15, 2022 at the Dotson Cemetery on Highland Ave –Pound, VA  where Jody Gibson, Robert Hall, Jimmy Maggard, Austin Siebenhar , Clayton Dickenson and Bobby Stapleton will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:30 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.     

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Susie Carol Gibson.

MARTINE JULIETTE MAGGARD

MARTINE JULIETTE MAGGARD

MARTINE JULIETTE MAGGARD

  EOLIA, KY- Martine Juliette Maggard, 77, passed away Saturday December 10, 2022, at Kindred Hospital, Louisville, KY.

  Martine was of the Catholic faith. She was French and was very proud of her nationality. She was a homemaker 

and enjoyed cooking, canning and making jellies and jams. She had a love for porcelain dolls and collected as many as she could. One of her greatest loves was her flowers. Martine never met a stranger and always had a smile on her face and a kind word to speak to them. She also enjoyed 

watching TV and traveling.

  Martine was preceded in death by her parents, Andre’ and Gaetane Andree (Prevost) Rethore’, siblings, Jean 

Claude Rethore’, Jacque Rethore’, Gille Rethore’, Marcell Rethore’, Michelle Rethroe’, Andre’ Rethore’, Regis Rethore’, Patrick Rethore’, Norbert Rethore’ and Sylvain 

Rethore’. 

  Survivors include her husband of 58 years Paul Lee Maggard- Eolia, KY; daughters, Paula Lewis (Jim)- Eolia, KY. and Michelle Meade (Tim)-Castlewood, VA; sons, 

Frankie Maggard (Debbie)-Blacky, KY and Sylvain Maggard (Sherry Adams)- Eolia, KY; 13 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; siblings, Michel Rethore’, Noelle Landre’, Albert Rethore’ and Serge Rethore’; special friend, Johnny Maggard; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday December 13, 2022, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jimmy Hubbard officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Funeral mass will be held at 5:00 pm Wednesday December 14, 2022 at the St. George Catholic Church- Jenkins, KY by Father Prakash

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday December 15, 2022, at the Mullins Cemetery- Meadow Branch Road, Eolia, KY. Where Denzel Lewis, Cameron Lagaillarde, Johnnie Maggard, Steve Sturgill, Jason Maggard and Joey Collins will serve as pallbearers. 

Family members asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:45 am for graveside services.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Martine Juliette Maggard.

MONTY RAY GARDNER

MARTINE JULIETTE MAGGARD

MONTY RAY GARDNER

  Monty Ray Gardner, of Norton, VA, age 60, departed this life peacefully, ascending to his heavenly home on December 2, 2022, being received into His savior’s loving arms. Monty was born in 1962 in Myrtle Point, Oregon. Monty was a lifelong Christian and was baptized with his daughter Ashton Gardner. Monty was a 1980 graduate of John I. Burton High School and a lifelong Raider. Monty was a former coal miner for Steve Mullins Excavating. Monty was an entrepreneur with local owned businesses, Pro Video. 

  Monty had a servant’s heart and participated in extinguishing the 1988 Yellowstone fire. Monty always said if he died today, he would die the happiest man in the world because of the love he shared for his four beautiful and caring children.

  Everyone who knew Monty was blessed by his wonderful, caring personality. He was loved by so many and had a positive, meaningful impact for those around him; he will be greatly missed. He will always be remembered as a kind, intelligent, caring, loving, generous father, son, brother, and friend which we will all cherish forever. He was charismatic, loved to tell jokes, and always made those around those around him laugh. Monty loved celebrations and gatherings that brought his family and friends together. Monty made everyone feel welcome and truly enjoyed all company, especially time with his best friend Danny Sturgill and late Melanie Sturgill. 

  Monty was received into heaven by his father James Burl Gardner Sr., brother James Buddy Gardner, sister-in-law Joan Gardner, grandmother Lora E. Jones, grandfather Robert Paul Jones, grandmother Maggie Cain and grandfather Poley Cain.

Monty was a loving, devoted, and faithful father. His legacy lives on through his daughter Ashton Gardner, son Tyler Gardner (Sarah), daughter Kaylee Gardner, and son Brent Gardner. He is also survived by his first grandson Eron Ryder Gardner. He is survived by his mother Charlotte Gardner, sister Ava Culbertson (Steve), sister Teresa Castle (Bill), sister Monica Wilson (Mike), sister and best friend Karen Gardner, sister Lisa Gardner Owens. Monty is also survived by his first true love and the mother of his four children, Teresa Gardner Tyson. Monty is survived by special niece Brittni Nixon, special aunt Betty Jones, and spiritual sister Paula Hill-Collins.  In addition, he is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and devoted friends. 

The family would like to thank Teresa for everything she did throughout Monty’s life. The family would also like to thank Clay Absher for accompanying Monty on a “once in a lifetime trip” back to Oregon. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7PM, Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Trinity Life Center Church, 9829 Norton Coeburn Road, Coeburn, VA 24230, with Pastor John McCarroll and Dr. Tim Collins officiating. The family will receive friends from 5PM until time of services. Graveside committal services will be held at 11AM, Friday, December 9, 2022, at Laurel Grove Cemetery in Norton, VA. Family and friends are asked to meet at the church by 10AM to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

  Pallbearers are Tyler Gardner, Brent Gardner, Tra Nixon, Brandon Carter, Michael Wilson, any Clay Absher. Danny Sturgill will serve as honorary pallbearer.

  Baker Funeral Home is proud to serve the family of Monty Ray Gardner.

ETHEL MAE DINGUS

MARY ELLEN MULLINS

MONTY RAY GARDNER

  POUND, VA-Ethel Mae Dingus, 95, passed away December 1, 2022 in the comfort of her home with her family by her side.

   Ethel was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.  She enjoyed cooking, sewing and visits from her friends and family. Ethel was an excellent house cleaner ..she kept a spotless home. She loved her cats and her little dog.

  Ethel is proceeded in death by her husband Thelmar “Clutch” Dingus; her parents, Emanuel and Mary Elizabeth (Hall) Stidham; 

a sister, Mary Etta Austin; brothers, Hank Stidham, Harrison Stidham, Rufus Stidham, Pete Stidham and Lee (Junior) Stidham; 

a grandson, Kermit Stanley.

   Survivors include her daughters, Glenetta Stanley, Arlene Cantrell, Kathy Cantrell, Delilah Calton and special granddaughter, Rhonda Short; her sons, Newton Dingus, Harold Dingus and Ronnie Dingus;  15 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 

9 great-great-grandchildren to mourn her passing and cherish her memory. Her passing has left a hole in her family hearts… 

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday December 4, 2022 at Pyles Memorial Chapel Church will Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from1:00 pm until time 

of services. 

   Burial will follow in the Dingus Family Cemetery on Collins/Baker Road, Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

A special thank you to Caris Hospice, Lincare and Cooley Medical for the care you took with our mother.

  Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA. is serving the family of Ethel Mae Dingus.

JIMMY FRANK COMBS

MARY ELLEN MULLINS

MARY ELLEN MULLINS

  CLINTWOOD, VA – Jimmy Frank Combs, 68, passed away Thursday December 1, 2022 at his residence after a long chronic illness.                                                                                                     

  Jimmy was of the Christian faith and was a retired coal truck driver. He loved riding motorcycles and traveling. Jimmy was a 

high school sports fan and kept up with all the local scores. He was also a NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching westerns.

  Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Zora (Edwards) Combs; his daughter Nicole Miller; and brothers 

Ricky Combs and Michael Combs.                                                

  Survivors include his son Jimmy Combs and companion Marie Triplett-Big Stone Gap, VA; his granddaughter Caroline Combs; brothers Roger Combs and wife Faye-Clintwood, VA

and Larry Combs-Clintwood; special niece Cindy Stidham.

  Norton, VA; his stepfather Terry Massing-Indiana; several nieces and nephews; special friend Pam  Hamilton; and as host of friends  and loved ones.                                                                                     

  As per Jimmy’s wishes, he will be cremated and no services will be held.                                                                                                      

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements for Jimmy Frank Combs                                                                      

MARY ELLEN MULLINS

MARY ELLEN MULLINS

MARY ELLEN MULLINS

  POUND, VA – Mary Ellen Cantrell Mullins, 82, entered into eternity Thursday December 1, 2022 from her residence. She was surrounded by her loving family.                                                         

  Mary was a Christian of the Baptist faith and attended Hamilton Chapel Church. She was a devoted homemaker and took great 

pride in caring for her family. She loved family gatherings and always said her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy. Mary enjoyed cooking, quilting and reading he Bible.

She was also a big fan of Wheel of Fortune.                                       

  Mary was preceded in death by her parents Johnny and Etta Mae (Shortt) Cantrell; a son Gary Strouth; her brothers Glenn Cantrell, 

Frank Cantrell, Buddy Cantrell, Berlin Cantrell, Dod Cantrell and Jimmy Cantrell; sisters Christine Mullins, Anna Fay Mullins, Ruby Mullins, Glessie Wolford, and Gleta “Tootsie” Kelly; and a special nephew Johnny Calvin Mullins (who was raised like her brother).

  Survivors include her loving husband of 62 years Glenis Mullins; her daughters Jennifer Mullins and husband Randy-Pound, VA, 

Rosa Lane and husband Kendall-Tennessee and Marlene Baker and husband Larry-Pound, VA; sons Ronald Mullins-Clintwood 

VA and Doug Strouth and wife Denise-Pound, VA; grandchildren Tori Mullins (Michael), Valerie Mullins (Kenny), Timothy Mullins, Douglas Strouth, Jr., Cassandra Strouth, Leann Dorton, Lori Shelton (David), Cory Dorton (Tracy), Tina Conner, Allen Baker and Randy Baker; great-grandchildren Michael “Chunk” Stanley, Elijah Rose, Elaina Mullins, Randy Mullins, Arriana Kennedy, Kirsten Kennedy, Ashley Deel, Cody Dorton, Elizabeth Dorton, Matthew Shelton, Nathaniel Shelton, Emma Shelton, Tristan Sturgill and Gavin Sturgill; sister Linda Gail Mullins-Kingsport, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Jimmy and Pat Dodson, Phyllis Tompkins and Cindy Mullins and a host of friends and loved ones. the family would like to thank Caris Hospice for the kindness and loving care they provided.                                

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday December 3, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers, Reverend Danny Mullins and Elder Danny Baker officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.                                                

  Graveside services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Sunday December 4 ,2022 at the Eli Mullins Cemetery on Sock Hollow Road-Pound, VA where Timothy Mullins, Alvin Mullis Jr, Kenny Mullins, Michael Stanley, Michael Paul Large and Randy Mullins 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 is serving the family of Mary Ellen Cantrell Mullins.                                                                                    

ARVIL PILKENTON

ARVIL PILKENTON

ARVIL PILKENTON

  POUND, VA – James Arvil Pilkenton, 62, entered into eternal rest Monday November 28, 2022 from the Pikeville Medical Center.

He was surrounded by his loving family.

Arvil was a born again Christian, he loved his Lord. He was a Member, a deacon and taught Sunday school at the Hope Freewill 

Baptist Church-Pound, VA. Arvil graduated Pound High School in 1978 and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in history from Clinch Valley College. He was a GIS coordinator for Wise County for approximately 25 years and performed many duties. Arvil was also a member of the Pound Masonic Lodge. 

Arvil was a gentle giant, he had the ability to crush almost anything, but he had the patience and serenity to be as easy going and helpful as humanly possible. He would help anyone in any way that he could.

Arvil never met a stranger, and if he did he quickly befriended them. He had a magnificent smile wonderful sense of humor. He loved to joke and carry on with people. Arvil was an avid sports fan baseball, 

football or basketball it didn’t matter, he was a statistics guru. He was a diehard Cincinnati Reds and Bengals fan. He was an excellent 

cornhole player and enjoyed Geo Cashing. He loved genealogy and was the family historian. Arvil was also a true believer in Big Foot.  

  Arvil was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Arlenia (Rose) Pilkenton; a brother Edgar Dewayne Pilkenton and an infant Baby 

Pilkenton.

  Survivors include his sons Eric Pilkenton and wife Stephanie-Charleston, SC, Justin Pilkenton and wife Stephanie-Pound, VA

and  Nick Pilkenton-Pound, VA.; his daughters, Brandi Cade and husband Mark-Columbia, SC, Kinsley Shreve and husband Gentry-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Jenna Jade Pilkenton, Bradley Cade, Tori Cade, Lexie Pilkenton, Grant Pilkenton, Aubrey Cade, Landyn Sluss, Ray Ray Pilkenton, Brantley Pilkenton and Ember Pilkenton.; his sister, 

Susan Stallard and husband Kevin-Pound, VA; brothers, Joe Pilkenton and wife Bridget-Kingsport, TN; Mark Pilkenton and wife Vonda-Pound, VA and Matt Pilkenton and wife Lisa-Coeburn, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Jackie Darter, Kaye Short, Carter Hall, Preston Mitchell, Jerry Wolfe, Mike Strouth and Jimmy 

Elkins; his courthouse family; his church family; his beloved schnauzer Pedro and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Pound Masonic Lodge # 59 AF &AM will perform masonic rites at 7:00 pm Friday December 2, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will follow immediately with Reverend Terry Price officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside committal services will be conducted at 12 noon Saturday December 3, 2022 at the Boggs Family Cemetery on 

Boggs Hollow Road-Pound, VA where Justin Pilkenton, Nick Pilkenton, Eric Pilkenton, Ryan Pilkenton, Gentry Shreve, Jackie 

Darter, Grant Pilkenton and Bradley Cade will serve as pallbearers. 

  Pound Rescue Squad members are designated honorary pallbearers. 

Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by11:00 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

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

CAROL SUE CRAFT

ARVIL PILKENTON

ARVIL PILKENTON

  CLINTWOOD, VA- Carol Sue Craft “Mammy” passed away on November 28, 2022 at the age of 68 in Kingsport, TN. She was surrounded by her loving family throughout the days leading up to her passing. 

  Carol was retired from Wise County Schools where she spent many years working as a special education aide and bus driver. She loved her school children and had a lifelong bond with many of them. Carol enjoyed crafting, trips to Target, the beach, photography, and spending time with her companion Charles prior to his passing. Her greatest love was spending time with her children and grandchildren. All who knew her, loved her.

  Carol was preceded in death by her parents Jack and Mae Sowards, Companion of over 30 years Charles Boggs, and her sister-in-law and special friend Wilma Hounshell.

  Survivors include her brothers Teddy Sowards and wife Nancy, Stacy Sowards and wife Tammie; sisters Irma Perry and husband Onsby, Jackie Short and husband Danny and Yvonne Sowards; daughters Elizabeth Sturgill and husband Lee, Julie Shae Robinson and husband Nick; sons Scott Craft and Blake Boggs and wife Chasity; grandchildren Greyson Chester and Cassie, Liam Craft, Austin Sowards, Jaxon Sturgill, Ethan Johnson, Ellis Sturgill, and Charlsie Robinson; great- grandchildren Sawyer Fields and Sampson Chester. Also many nieces and nephews that she loved like her own and best friend Cindy Hampton.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Friday December 2, 2022  in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel in with Brother Danny Short officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Burial and committal services will follow in the Sowards Family Cemetery on Big Branch Road-Pound, VA

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Carol Sue Craft.

NAN F NORRIS

ARVIL PILKENTON

HAZEL WILLENE BOLLING

  NORTON, VA – Nan F. Norris, 101, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday November 17, 2022 from 

The Laurels in Norton, VA.

   Nan was a long time resident of Pound, VA. She was Christian of the Episcopalian faith. She was born May 28, 1921 in Chattaroy, 

WV to her parents Lawrence and Virginia (Bounds) Fletcher.  Nan was a graduate of Big Stone Gap High School and then the University of Virginia and was a registered nurse. She married Tom Norris in1943 and after his tour of duty in the military they began their travels with the US Forest Service. They lived numerous places before finally retiring and settling in Pound, VA.

   In addition to her parents Nan was preceded in death by her husband 

Tom Norris and her daughters Margie Dotson and Anne Sturgill.

    Survivors include her son-in-law Don Sturgill-Pound, VA; her son George Norris-Phoenix, AZ; her grandchildren Christopher Sturgill, Thomas Sturgill, James Dotson and Virginia Dotson; great-grandchildren

Omi Sturgill, Abe Sturgill and Ezra Sturgill; and host of friends and loved ones.

   The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at The Laurels for the care and kindness they gave Nan.

   A memorial service and entombment will be held at a later date.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Nan F. Norris.

HAZEL WILLENE BOLLING

ERNEST MARK CVETNICH, SR

HAZEL WILLENE BOLLING

  POUND, VA – Hazel Willene Bolling, 83, entered into her eternal reward Thursday November 17, 2022 from Heritage Hall in Clintwood, VA. Her loving husband 

Cecil was holding her hand.

   Hazel was a Christian most of her life and a member of the Pound United Methodist Church and a former member of the 

Episcopal Church of Amherst. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She enjoyed her flower gardens,

sewing and was a wonderful cook. Hazel enjoyed traveling when she was able and loved the beach. 

   Hazel was preceded in death by her parents Arnold and Euna (Cantrell) Justice; her son Billy McClenny; her sister Emma Jean Martin; her brothers Carl Edward Justice and James Conley Justice; and a son-in-law Jeff Gore.

   Survivors include her loving husband of 19 years Cecil Bolling; daughters Robin Ayers and husband Tom-Lynchburg, VA, Kathy 

Gore-Lynchburg, VA, Deidra Bolling-Wise, VA and Nancy Sowards and husband Teddy-Pound, VA; son Steve Bolling and wife Lisa -Pound, VA; grandchildren Alex Ayers, Zachary Ayers, Harrison Gore and Ashlin Gore; daughter-in-law Elizabeth Overbey; special niece Margie Wells; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday November 19, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. 

  The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

   In lieu of flowers the family asks that donation be made to the Pound United Methodist Church at P O Box 1208 Pound, 

VA 24279.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Hazel Willene Bolling.

AVA VERONICA MULLINS

ERNEST MARK CVETNICH, SR

ERNEST MARK CVETNICH, SR

  POUND, VA- Ava Veronica Mullins, 65, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Monday November 14, 2022 from Norton Community Hospital. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Ava was a Christian and a member of Jenkins Christian Church for 20 plus years. She loved her God and her family. She was a homemaker and was very proud of that…nothing was more important to her than her family. Ava always put everyone before herself, she was so kind to everyone and 

loved to help those in need. Ava enjoyed traveling, mostly to see her daughter, son-in-law and grandkids. She also liked to cook, bake and having family get togethers. But when she would take some time for herself she liked to drink a Coke poured over pellet ice while reclining in her chair watching 

TV. 

   Ava was preceded in death by her parents, Avis and Edell (Peaks) Mullins; a sister, Karen Fulks; a brother, Michael “Sugar Bear” Mullins and a special niece Kadesha Baker.

  Survivors include her devoted husband and best friend of 48 years, Richard Mullins-Pound, VA; her daughter, Misty Rollins and husband Jackson-Christiansburg, VA; grandsons; Brandon Rollins and Jordan Rollins-Christiansburg, VA; special nieces, Shamberlie Morrison and husband Thorne- Big Stone Gap, VA and Keyleigh Mullins and fiance  Tori Gibson- Wise, VA; special great- nephew, Zachary Baker- Duffield, VA; 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 Wednesday November 16, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. Family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. 

   Burial will follow at the Levi Cantrell Cemetery- Pound, VA. where Jackson Rollins, Brandon Rollins, Thorne Morrison, Zach Baker, Dabo Mullins and Robert Baker will serve as pallbearers.

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

ERNEST MARK CVETNICH, SR

ERNEST MARK CVETNICH, SR

ERNEST MARK CVETNICH, SR

  POUND, VA – Ernest Mark Cvetnich Sr., 92, entered his Heavenly home on November 11, 2022, from Norton Community Hospital surrounded by his loving family. 

  Ernist was a retired coal plant operator with 32 plus years working for Consolidated the Bethlehem Coal.

   His favorite name to be called was “Granddad.” His grandchildren were his pride and joy. He knew that Ashley and Joe, and Bradley and Cierra were building lives to be proud of in their new homes. His only regret in life was that he won’t get to see what the youngest of those grandkids, D’Anna, would go on to do. He had passed on his enjoyment of woodworking in the shop to her and loved seeing her tinker and engineer her own projects. Ernest was known to always be willing to lend a helping hand. He volunteered with Little League. He helped friends and neighbors build their homes, and even footed the bill on their supplies sometimes. He was a proud Army Veteran and served in World War II. 

  Ernest was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette (Bentley) Cvetnich; his son, Ernest Mark Cvetnich Jr.; his parents, Mark and Lillie (Hayes) Cvetnich; sisters Viola Sexton and Lois Trinkle; brothers Otis Cvetnich and Victor Cvetnich; and his mother and father-in-law, Benjamin and Martha Bentley.

  He is survived by his daughter, Teresa "Terri" Cvetnich; his grandchildren, Ashley Cvetnich Young (Joe), Bradley Cvetnich (Cierra), and D’Anna "Dee" Cvetnich; his daughter-in-law, Pam Cvetnich; his honorary daughter, Suzzie Vanover;  a host of nieces and nephews; and his 3 grand-dogs Oliver, Sadie and Maggie.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm Sunday November 13, 2022 in the baker funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Burns Robinson officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday November 14, 2022 at Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where Bradley Cvetnich, Joe Young, Benjamin Vanover, Andrew Stanley, and Jeron Stidham will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Jack Bentley, Jeremy Bentley, Denny Mullins, Steve Honto, CH Kelly, and Roy Balthis. 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 Ernest Mark Cvetnich SR.

DONALD LEON WELCH

LAWRENCE CURTIS BRANHAM

DONALD LEON WELCH

   POUND, VA – Donald Leon Welch, 84, entered into eternity Tuesday November 8. 2022 from the Norton Community Hospital.

His loving family was at his bedside.

Donald was of the Christian faith. He was a 1956 graduate of J.J. Kelly High School. He was a model husband, father and papaw 

and loved by so many. He loved football, going hunting, fishing and camping when he was able. But his family was everything to him…To his children and grandchildren, there was no one comparable to him. To his girls, his qualities were what they wanted in their future husbands and the boys wanted to be him when they grew up. If you were in his family, you would say no one has ever loved me as much as he has. 

  Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Audrey (Greene) Welch and a brother, Douglas Welch.

   Survivors include his loving wife of 58 wonderful years, Anna (Short) Welch; daughters, Cassia Jones and husband Stanley, Jessica Mullins and husband Norman and Paige Rose and husband Brian; his son Mark Newsome and wife Anna, all 

of Pound, VA; 7 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sister, Marcella Isaacs and husband Richard-Wise, VA; brothers Lawrence Welch-Northern, VA and Darryl Welch-North Carolina; 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 Thursday November 10, 2022 at the Arvil Short Cemetery-Pound, VA with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. Family members will serve as pallbearers.

  The family will meet at Baker Funeral Home at 11:00 am. Pound VFW Post 9600 will conduct military services at 11:30 am and the family will go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA. is serving the family of Donald Leon Welch.

OMA LOU BLUE

LAWRENCE CURTIS BRANHAM

DONALD LEON WELCH

  NORTON, VA – Oma Lou Blue, 73, entered gracefully into eternity Saturday October 29, 2022 from The Laurels. Her loving 

sisters were at her bedside.

  Oma was a Christian of the Church of Christ faith. She was born November 11, 1948 in Fleming-Neon, KY to the late Daniel Van 

Johnson and Opal (Land) Johnson. Oma lived a blessed life, she was a former secretary for a public relations firm in New York. She loved photography and was very gifted at it. Oma was an avid reader, she traveled widely and enjoyed seeing new places. Oma loved going to the beach and loved her home on the lake where she enjoyed riding the pontoon and fishing. 

   In addition to her parents Oma was preceded in death by her husband William Blue.

   Survivors include her daughters Kristi Williams-Meade and husband Scott-Dandridge, TN and Loi Sturkie-Kiser and 

husband Sam-Sevierville, TN; her son Douglas Meade-Milwaukee, WI; grandchildren Holly Lawson, Hunter Lawson, Oliver Steele, Savannah Steele, Katherine Cataldi , Nathan Meade, C J Gerber, Andee Gerber, Ty Gerber and Lola Kiser; great-grandchildren Madeline Jane Cataldi, Ryder Mease, Walker Mease, Bryson Powers and Lucas Manjarrez; her sisters Brenda Sparks-Mayking, KY and Celeste Johnson and husband James-McRoberts, KY; her brothers Daniel Van Johnson and wife Andrea-Spotsylvania, VA and Noah Champion and wife Fran-Greeneville, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   As per Oma’s wishes, she will be cremated and a memorial service held in the spring at Douglas Lake.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Oma Lou Blue.

LAWRENCE CURTIS BRANHAM

LAWRENCE CURTIS BRANHAM

LAWRENCE CURTIS BRANHAM

  BIG STONE GAP, VA – Lawrence Curtis Branham, 98, entered

peacefully into eternity Thursday October 27, 2022 from his 

residence. His loving daughters were by his side.

  Curtis was of the Baptist faith. He was an avid Bible scholar and a 

pastor and an elder in the church. He preached and ministered at several churches. Curtis was a veteran of the United States Navy having served during WW II aboard the USS Potawatomi and earned the World War II Victory Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Medal and the Philippine Liberation Medal with 2 stars. Curtis enjoyed providing for his family and seeing that their needs were met. He enjoyed organic gardening and raised sugar cane for molasses. He also enjoyed fishing. Curtis loved his Lord, his family and his country. 

   Curtis was preceded in death by his parents George C. “Coog” Branham and Eura (Sowards) Turek; his beloved wife of nearly 73 years Leah Mae (Boggs) Branham; and a sister Doris Branham.

Survivors include his daughters Cheryl Marshall and husband Ray 

Lawson-Pound, VA; Paula O’brien-Big Stone Gap, VA , Linda Jane 

Branham-Big Stone Gap, VA and Susan Vaughn and husband Ray-

Oak Island, NC; grandchildren Kimberly Mullins, Gina Bolling, Karoline 

Motley, Gabriel Quinley, Shannon Sanders and Laura Couch; great-

grandchildren Sarah Hogan, Andrew Mullins, Seth Bolling, Cameron 

Quinley, Ryan Motley, Colton Motley, Chloe Sanders Lola Sanders,

Kaden Couch and Bailey Couch; great-great grandchildren Scarlette 

Hogan, Adaline Hogan, Afton Mullins and one on the way; a sister

Rita Rodriguez-Boise, ID; a brother Lowell Branham-Knoxville, TN;

several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Thurl Roberson,

Joe and Marie Porter and Doug Shupe; and a host of friends and loved 

ones.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday October 30, 2022 at the Crouse Cemetery in Pound, VA with Reverend Danny 

Baker officiating. Gabriel Quinley, Ryan Motley, Cameron Quinley, 

Seth Bolling, Anrew Mullins, Ryan Motley, Buddy Delp and Brian 

Boggs will serve as pallbearers.

   The family will meet at Baker Funeral Home at 1:00 pm. Pound 

VFW Post 9600 will conduct military services at 1:30 pm and the 

family will proceed in procession to the cemetery. 

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

Curtis Branham.

SHIRLINA CRACE HALL

CARMON CARLYLE “SONNY” GENTRY

LAWRENCE CURTIS BRANHAM

  JENKINS, KY – Shirlina Marie Crace Hall, 48, entered into eternity Thursday October 20, 2022 from the Pikeville Medical Center.

   Shirlina was of the Christian faith. She was a former employee of Catos, Rite Aid and the Golden Years Nursing Home. She 

loved crafts, gardening and her flowers. Shirlina was an avid reader and enjoyed her exotic antiques. She also enjoyed 

listening to country and old rock and roll music. 

   Shirlina was preceded in death by her husband Danny Ray Hall; her father Noah Milburn “Whitey” Crace; and her sisters 

Christina Crace and infant Pamela Sue Crace; and grandsons 2 Angel Boys. 

   Survivors include her daughter Andrea Wright and husband Alexander-Georgetown, KY; her sons Danny Keith Hall and wife Tasha-Jenkins, KY and Brandon Hall and wife Crystal-Jenkins, KY; grandchildren Kevin Hall, Megan Hall, Caden Hall, Eliannah Hall and Rylee Maggard; her mother Josephine 

Crace-Jenkins, KY; her sister Kimberly Crace Bailey and husband Craig-Jenkins, KY; her brother Thomas Crace-Georgia; lots of special nieces and nephews; and a host of 

friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday October 23, 2022 at the Burdine Church of God of Prophecy with Pastor

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

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday October 24, 2022 at the Crace Family Cemetery on Number 3 Hill-Jenkins, KY where Danny Hall, Brandon Hall, Tommy Crace, Alex Wright, Jamie Hall, Todd Bailey and Kevin Slone will serve as pallbearers. 

   Family and friends are asked to meet at the Burdine Church of God 

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

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Shirlina Marie Crace Hall.

TRACEY LEIGH ANNE HOLLAND

CARMON CARLYLE “SONNY” GENTRY

CARMON CARLYLE “SONNY” GENTRY

  NEON, KY – Tracey Leigh-Anne Holland, 60, left her earthly home for her heavenly home Tuesday October 18, 2022 from Hazard ARH Hospital.

   Tracey was a Christian of the Baptist faith and attended Haymond Freewill Baptist Church for many years where she taught Childrens beginner Sunday school and junior church. Tracey also volunteered 

for God’s Country Closet at the church. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Tracey graduated Fleming-Neon High School in 1980 where she was named to Who’s Who Among High School Students, and later she graduated from art school. She loved painting and artwork and was an avid reader. Tracey liked to laugh and have 

a good time, she loved Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash. 

   Tracey was preceded in death by her father John Holland; an infant sister Sherry Jo Holland; a brother Johnny Holland, Jr.; her paternal grandparents Brack and Mary Holland; and her maternal grandparents Archie and Mattie Garrett.

   Survivors include her mother Barbara (Garrett) Holland-Neon, KY; 

her brother Brett Holland and wife Tina-Neon, KY; nephews Nicholas 

Holland and Cody Holland-Neon, KY; uncles Jeff (Dana) Garrett-Bristol, 

TN, Jack (Carol) Garrett-Bristol, TN and Eugene Carpenter-Michigan;  

aunt Deborah Holland-Maryland; special friends Sharon Little, Dorcus 

Austin, Retia Jones, Billie Johnson and Delores Johnson; and a host of 

friends and loved ones to cherish her memory.

    Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Saturday October 22, 2022 at the Haymond Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend Danny Mullins, Reverend Jimmy Johnson and Reverend Wendell Austin

officiating. 

   Burial will follow in the Hall Cemetery on Seals Drive-Fleming, KY where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

   The family will receive friends at 6:00 pm Friday October 21, 2022 at the Haymond Freewill Baptist Church. There will be a 7:00 pm evening 

service. 

   "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me" Philippians 4:13

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Tracwey Leigh-Anne Holland.

CARMON CARLYLE “SONNY” GENTRY

CARMON CARLYLE “SONNY” GENTRY

CARMON CARLYLE “SONNY” GENTRY

 POUND, VA – Carmon Carlyle “Sonny” Gentry went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, October 15, 2022.

  Sonny was born on August 14, 1930 to W. F. and Anna Gentry. Sonny had 3 brothers of the home and 3 half sisters and 3 half brothers.

  Carmon was a long-term member of the Independent Baptist 

Church in Pound, VA and a faithful minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He was well known for giving out tracks to those 

he met. Carmon was a very generous man who shared the bounty of his gardens each year that he was able to plant and cultivate.

He also loved sharing the apple stack cakes that he and his wife baked together for many years, until her death. Then he continued to bake cakes as long as he was able to give to family and friends.

  Carmon was preceded in death by his loving wife Lillia Mae (Moore) Gentry, his parents W.F. and Anna (Robbins) Gentry,

his in laws Felix and Eura Moore and his siblings.

  Carmon is survived by his brother-in-law Bill Moore and wife 

Kathy and several nieces and nephews.

  The family will receive friends at Baker Funeral Home from

1-2 pm on Monday October 17, 2022.  Services will be conducted 

at 2 pm with Pastor Randy Reagan officiating. Burial will follow 

in the Bolling Cemetery behind the funeral home.

  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Independent 

Baptist Church of Pound, VA or the American Heart Association.

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

Carlyle Gentry.

SHANNON ROBIN SHORT

LAURA ELLA BOGGS STIDHAM

LAURA ELLA BOGGS STIDHAM

  

CASTLEWOOD, VA – Shannon Robin Short, 54, passed away Tuesday October 11, 2022 at his residence.

   Shannon was of the Pentacostal faith. He attended Pound High School where he played football and baseball. He worked for Brad Regan Tire, then Cobra Tire , then GCR where he sold, mounted and installed tires on everything from passenger cars to gigantic heavy equipment and eventually became service manager. Shannon loved 

the outdoors, he enjoyed guns, deer hunting and fishing. He enjoyed sports and especially enjoyed softball and golfing. 

   Shannon was preceded in death by his parents Richard Short Sr. and Mildred (Starnes) Short and a sister Myrtle Leah Stapleton.

 Survivors include his daughters Sabrina Short and partner Sarah Suiter-Bristol, TN and Brittany Harvey and husband Danny-Castlewood, VA; son Shannon Short, Jr. and companion Madison Kincer-Haysi, VA; grandchildren Noah Maloney, Briella Barton, Marley Harvey, Natalee Harvey, Hendrix Harvey, Eleah Harvey, Marilyn Harvey, 

Sabriah Harvey, Azalea Short, Daisy Harvey, Aurora Short and Happy Harvey; sisters Beverly Sue Witt and husband Paul-Coeburn, 

VA and Joy Melinda Compton and husband Paul-Gate City, VA; brothers Denver Short-Wise, VA, Richard Short, Jr. and wife Tammy-

Pound, VA and Charles Short, Wise, VA; the mother of his children Mary Ann Short-Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   As per Shannon’s wishes, he will be cremated and there will be a private service

held at a later date.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Shannon Robin Short.

LAURA ELLA BOGGS STIDHAM

LAURA ELLA BOGGS STIDHAM

LAURA ELLA BOGGS STIDHAM


POUND, VA – Laura Ella Boggs Stidham “Maw”, 85, entered peacefully into eternity Saturday October 8, 2022 from her residence. 

   Laura was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She spent her life caring for others, whether it was her younger siblings who she helped raise, 

her husband, her children, her grandchildren, her friends or many of 

the numerous employees through the years. Laura was known for her meticulous house cleaning, she was an avid card player, especially canasta and rook. She loved to cook and feed everybody. She loved 

to set on her porch and waive at everyone who went bye. Laura never met a stranger, she was fast to make friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

   Laura was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Troy Winston 

“Windy” Stidham; her parents Walton and Lina (Vanover) Boggs; and her brothers Arlie, Curt and Doug Boggs.

   Survivors include her sons Vernon Boggs and wife Linda -Newport, VA, Jeff Stidham and wife Kim-Pound, VA and Neal Stidham-Pound, VA; her grandchildren Scott Stidham and wife Brittany-Pound, VA, Dr. Brooke Mullins and husband Dr. Ricky Dale Mullins, Jr.-Coeburn, VA and Jeron Stidham-Pound, VA; her great-grandchildren Kimber and 

Kimbree Stidham; her brothers Lester “Leck” Boggs-Pound, VA and Carson Boggs and wife Truby-Pound, VA; her sister Allie Sturgill-

Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Phyllis Whitt; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday October 10, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ricky 

Dale Mullins, Jr officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Tuesday October 11, 2022 at the Oliver Stidham Family Cemetery on Dewey Road-Pound, VA where Maw’s favorite former truck drivers will serve as 

pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 1:00 pm for a final viewing and to prepare to go in 

procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Laura Ella Boggs Stidham.

VIOLET PAULINE MULLINS

LAURA ELLA BOGGS STIDHAM

SHELIA RENEE MULLINS EVERIDGE


CEDAR BLUFF, VA – Violet Pauline Mullins, 78, went to her Heavenly Home Saturday October 1, 2022 from the Clinch Valley Medical Center in Richlands, VA. Her loving nieces were at her bedside. 

  Pauline was of the Baptist faith and attended Community Heights Church. She resided at Cumberland Mountain Group Home in Cedar Bluff, VA and attended Cumberland Mountain Day Support Services where she was affectionately known as “Mawmaw” to staff and residents as she dearly loved them and “kept them in line”. Pauline loved to do word search puzzles, solving math problems, doing crafts, cooking and eating gravy and chocolate candy. She loved cats and at the home she had one she named Kay Kay. Pauline loved her family and enjoyed family gatherings. A fun, loving,

sweet spirited sassy lady. Loved by her family and all that knew her.

   Pauline was preceded in death by her parents Aaron and Katherine (Cox) Mullins; sisters Arnesta Jean Mullins andDelores Diane Mullins and Glemma Carter; and brother Jerry Dean Mullins.

   Survivors include her sister Emma Lou Boggs-Duffield, VA; her brothers Willie R. Mullins, Sr.-Pound, VA, Cecil Mullins and wife 

Patsy-Coeburn, VA and Mark Mullins and wife Becky-Clintwood, VA; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews 

and great-great nieces and great-great nephews; her “family” at Cumberland Mountain; and a host of friends and loved ones.  

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday October 8, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Zack Collier officiating. The family will receive 

friends from 10:00 until time of services.

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

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

SHELIA RENEE MULLINS EVERIDGE

SHELIA RENEE MULLINS EVERIDGE

SHELIA RENEE MULLINS EVERIDGE

  POUND, VA – Sheila Renee Mullins Everidge, 46, entered into eternal rest Tuesday September 27, 2022 from the Dickenson 

Community Hospital. Her loving family was at her side.

   Shelia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. She had a compassionate heart and was always doing for others, she could never say no to anyone. Shelia was soft spoken 

and had an innocent smile, but if pushed too much she would speak her peace. Shelia was an avid reader, she liked books of all kinds. She was a dedicated U K Wildcat fan, she enjoyed camping and loved animals of all kinds and a good cup of coffee. Shelia was an LPN since 1995, having spent most of her career at Heritage Hall in Big Stone Gap until the covid pandemic hit and after losing so many of her patients she had to make a career change. She was currently working at Food City in Wise but was scheduled to take a position as a school nurse for Wise County Schools. She will certainly be missed by everyone who knew her. 

Shelia was preceded in death by her father Gary Mullins, Sr.; and her maternal grandparents Troy and Margaret Triplett.

  Survivors include her husband of 25 years William Everidge; her daughters Makenzie Craft and husband Eli-Gate City, VA, 

Makayla Everidge and companion Jamie Mullins-Gate City, VA;   and Makenna Everidge-Pound, VA; her son Christian Everidge-Pound, VA; grandsons Levi Craft and Augustus Mullins; her mother Patricia Mullins Gymrek and husband Daniel-Weber City, VA; her brother Gary Mullins, Jr. and wife Christine-Big Stone Gap, VA; nephews Logan and Cory Mullins-Big Stone Gap, VA; her paternal grandmother Nannie Beverly-Pound, VA; a host of friends and loved ones; and her four-legged sidekick Fiona (Roni).

   Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Friday September 30, 2022 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 Powell Valley Memorial Gardens-Big Stone Gap, VA where William Everidge, Christian Everidge, 

Eli Craft, Jamie Mullins, Logan Mullins, Cory Mullins, Dan Gmyrek and Wayne Smith will serve as pallbearers. Her close knit group of fellow employees from Food City will serve as honorary pallbearers.

    Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Shelia Renee Mullins Everidge.

RACHEL "MAM" FLEMING

SHELIA RENEE MULLINS EVERIDGE

RACHEL "MAM" FLEMING

  WISE, VA – Rachel “Mam” Fleming, 74, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday September 21, 2022 at Norton Community

Hospital. She was a long time pharmacy technician where she enjoyed her job for    40 + years and considered her coworkers a 

second family. She always had a smile on her face and never met a stranger. She was lovingly known as “Mam” by so many. Her 

family was her world and she loved spending time with them, especially her grandchildren and great-grandson Colt. “Mam” had a great sense of humor and was funny without trying to be. She enjoyed sitting in her recliner and arguing with her sister 

Sherry. She loved to listen to Conway Twitty and Gary Allan and occasionally George Jones. She loved KFC chicken legs and Taco Bell chicken quesadillas. “Mam” was fiesty and a little rough around the edges, but she loved big. She lived a full life and continued 

to give the gift of life through organ donation.

   Rachel was preceded in death by her parents Delmar and Leona (Mullins) Meade; brothers Jess Meade, General Meade, 

Newman Meade, Jerry Meade and Tommy Meade; sisters Myrtle Hollyfield, Zelma South and Carzella Osborne; and a special friend Mickey Leggett.

Survivors include her sister Sherry Branham-Wise, VA; daughter Lea Adkins (Ryan) -Wise, VA; sons Chris Lofty (Amanda)-Pittsburgh, PA and Scott Lofty (Janie)-Cary, NC;

grandchildren Aidan England, Sidney England, Eavan Muncy, Rylea Muncy, Landree Muncy, Ellis Lofty, Alexander Lofty, 

Lexie Adkins and Landrie Adkins; great grandson Colt; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday September 25, 2022 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 September 26, 2022 at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where Paul Meade, Jacob Meade, Billy Stanley, Stuart Branham, Rick Cantrell, Ryan Adkins, Chris Lofty and Aidan England will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:00 am for 

the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Rachel “Mam” Fleming.

MARK ALLEN FIELDS

SHELIA RENEE MULLINS EVERIDGE

RACHEL "MAM" FLEMING

  WISE, VA-Mark Allen Fields, 51, passed away Thursday September 22, 2022 from Norton Community Hospital. His father Isaac was at his bedside.

   Mark was of the Baptist faith and had attended Lost Creek Church.  He was a driver for PTI  Transport for for 13 plus years, with his job letting him travel all across the country. Mark enjoyed the outdoors going hunting and fishing every chance he got and watching TV. He fought a long and courageous battle with liver failure.  

Mark was preceded in death by his mother, Priscilla Anderson Fields; an infant sister; sister Wendy Fields; brothers, Isaac Fields II, John Timothy Fields, Brad Fields and Derek Fields; his step mother Linda Fields; and his step brother Richard Jessee.

   Survivors include his father, Isaac Fields Jr. – Wise, VA and companion Carolyn Stapleton; special nieces, Brandy Fields and Tori Fields- Norton, VA; sister -in-law, Dawn Hubbard (Chris) -Norton, VA; stepsisters, Lisa Cox and husband Johnny- Pound, VA and Donna Elkins and husband Tony- Wise, VA; stepbrothers, Julius Jessee- Wise, VA, 

William Jessee and wife Amy-Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn his 

passing.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Saturday September 24, 2022 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 follow in the White Oak Cemetery in the Dorchester section of Norton, VA where family and friends will serve as 

pallbearers. 

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mark Allen Fields.

CHARLES ANTHONY COX

CHARLES ANTHONY COX

CHARLES ANTHONY COX

  WISE, VA –Charles Anthony Cox 50, went home to be with his heavenly father Monday September 19, 2022. He was of the Baptist faith and leaves behind his wife of 25 years Charolette Roxann “Roxie”Cox of the home Wise, VA 

  Charles and Roxie were high school sweethearts since June 1990 and marrying on May 9, 1997 making their years together 32. Charles and Roxie were told they would never have children but God had other plans. On February 26, 1998 they welcomed the joy of their lives Nathaniel Kyle, but sadly he made his heavenly flight before his daddy on November 28, 2019 at the age of 21. Charles was born to Orange Lee (Miller) Cox and the late Paul David Cox on April 3, 1972 in Wise, VA He was the brother to Paula Lee Parsons and husband Charlie P. of Wise, VA, Rebecca Ann Murray and husband Johnny of Big Stone Gap, VA, David Paul Cox, and Wife Phyllis of Morristown, TN, and late brother Roger Cox of Wise, VA His mother in law Phyliss Carty and late father in law Kyle Carty and late brother in law Brian Carty. 

A special uncle who was like a father to him Bobby Cox. Charles had several nieces and nephews, Chuckie Parsons and fiancé Madison, Jordan Murray, Billy Carty, Clarissa Carty and fiancé Christian, Mary Cox, Crystal Cox, Michael Cox, and Michelle Cox. Charles was a great uncle and great great uncle as well. His best friend of 15 years Brian Meade and wife Trina Meade of Pound, VA and Charles’s furry friend Leia. Charles was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by all who loved him. 

  Charles graduated J J Kelly High School in 1992. He worked at St. Mary’s  Hospital for several years the became a corrections officer at Red Onion State Prison with the Virginia Department of Corrections,

where he a member of the honor guard. He worked until becoming disabled. Charles was an avid outdoorsman, he loved fishing and hunting and was a big Nascar fan. He originally was a Dale Earnhardt fan, then a Dale Jr. fan and recently pulled for Kyle Larson.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday September  

22, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Sturgill officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm 

until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday September 23, 2022 in the Miller Family Cemetery on Miller Hollow Road-Wise, VA where nephews, cousins and friends will serve as pallbearers

  Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:45 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  PSALM 73:26 “ My flesh and my heart failith, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever”

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Charles Anthony Cox.

JANET ILENE MOORE

CHARLES ANTHONY COX

CHARLES ANTHONY COX

  POUND, VA – Janet Ilene Moore, 53, entered peacefully into her eternal reward Monday September 19, 2022 from Norton 

Community Hospital. She was surrounded by her loving family.

   Janet was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. Janet enjoyed being a homemaker

and taking care of her family. She was former member of the Pound Rescue Squad and the Pound Fire Department Ladies 

Auxillary.  Janet enjoyed crocheting, reading romance novels and spending time on facebook. She loved to gripe at and pick 

on Jake and Evan, hey that’s what moms do. Probably her greatest joy recently was spending time with her grandkids.

  Janet was preceded in death by her parents Donnie and Janice (Lundy) Moore; and her sister Donna Moore.

  Survivors include her loving husband of 31 years Glenn Cantrell; her sons Jake Cantrell and wife Jessica-Pound, VA and 

Evan Cantrell and fiance’ Justina Williams-Pound, VA and her children Riley and Landon Barber; grandchildren Abigail Mullins, Landon Mullins and Lincoln Mullins; a special daughter Casey Napier and husband Kevin-London, KY and her bonus grandchildren Levi, Jenna, Addie and Emory Napier; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday September 22, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with 

Reverend James Bolling and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. 

 The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

   Burial will follow in the Lundy Family Cemetery on Highland Drive-Pound, VA where Jake Cantrell, Evan Cantrell, Kevin

Napier, Alex Stallard, James Cantrell and Jeremy Sartin will serve as pallbearers. Members of the Pound Rescue Squad and 

members of the Pound Fire Department will serve as honorary pallbearers.

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

MARK THOMAS SEXTON

CHARLES ANTHONY COX

MARK THOMAS SEXTON

  

POUND, VA – Mark Thomas Sexton , 55, entered into eternity Tuesday September 13, 2022 from his residence after a courageous 

battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.

    Mark was a Christian of the Baptist faith, he had just recently rededicated his life. Mark worked 17 years as a diesel technician 

for Detriot Diesel in Michigan, then worked for approximately 10 years as a longwall miner for Commonwealth Mining before retiring due to health issues. Mark enjoyed playing cards, especially on family poker night. He loved hockey and races, playing and watching. He loved hot rods and 4 wheelers and was a fan of old rock& roll music.

His greatest joy was the time he spent with his family.

   Survivors includehis loving wife Nicole (Cantrell) Sexton; his mother Catherine Farr- Westmoreland , TN; his father Ronald Sexton and step mother Rebecca-Pound, VA; his step daughters Katlyn Gentry-Pound, 

VA and Danielle Farr-Vassar, MI; his step sons Ethan Gentry-Pound, VA and Jason Bagley-Michigan; his sister Trisha Kokowitz and husband Steve-Vassar, MI; his brother Jeffery Sexton and companion Donna 

Bondy-Taylor, MI; his nephews Jake Kokowitz and Dallas Kokowitz;a special friend Russell Rhumor; several aunts, uncles and cousins;

and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday September 16, 2022 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 Mark Thomas Sexton.

ELAINE BOGGS

BRENDA ALLISON MULLINS

MARK THOMAS SEXTON

  POUND, VA – Sarah Elaine Boggs Bryant, 65, entered into eternity Tuesday September 13, 2022 from the Johnson City Medical Center. She was surrounded by her loving family.

  Elaine was a Christian of the Baptist faith, she attended Glady Fork Freewill Baptist Church. Elaine was a kind and loving person, 

she was always doing something for other people, never putting herself first. She enjoyed spending time at the camper with her kids and grandkids on Cherokee Lake, canning and preserving (and giving it away), quilting and sewing and just having a good 

time. She especially loved birthday parties for her grandkids. Elaine loved her animals, especially her pug Zoey. 

  Elaine was preceded in death by her parents Ivan D. and Marie (Faulkner) Boggs; a brother Dennis Clay “Bud” Boggs; and sisters Beverly Sue Fox and Iva Dean Stidham. 

  Survivors include her constant companion for the last 15 years Junior Phillips; her daughters Crystal Keith and husband Chris-Pound, VA and Ashlee Boggs and companion Ethan Long-Coeburn, VA; grandchildren Sydnee Collins and husband Justin-Pound, VA, Gavin Keith-Pound, VA, Aubree Stanley-Coeburn, VA and Kasen Stanley-Coeburn, VA; one great-grandchild on the way; sisters Anne Tompkins and husband Radford-Pound, VA and Kaye Cantrell and husband Gary-Mooresburg, TN; brothers Everette “Ebby” Boggs and wife Kay-Mooresburg, TN and James Boggs-Mooresburg, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Angie Bolling, Yvonne Stallard Sondra Phillips, Denita Boggs and Jenni Fuller; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday September 15, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mark Stallard officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

 Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Sarah Elaine Boggs Bryant.

WALLACE B. MEADE

BRENDA ALLISON MULLINS

BRENDA ALLISON MULLINS

   POUND, VA – Wallace B. Meade, 92, loving husband, father, 

father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather went home to be 

with the Lord Tuesday on September 6, 2022.

Wallace was a retired coal truck driver and an Army veteran with 

the rank of sergeant. For 10 months he served his country as a medic

on the front line during the Korean War. He accepted Christ as his 

Savior while kneeling in a rice paddy in Korea. He was a member 

of Indian Creek Freewill Baptist Church where he was a deacon and 

Sunday school teacher, having taught over 20 years without missing 

a Sunday before retiring. Wallace was a member of pound VFW Post 

9600, having served as vice commander. Wallace loved his God, his 

family and his country.

  Wallace was pre-deceased by his parents Bruce and Ada (Mullins) 

Meade; brothers W.N. (Nick) Meade and Ross Meade; his sisters 

Charlotte Layne and Betty Bolling; and mother-in-law and father-in-

law Susie and Ottis Cox.

  Wallace is survived by his wife Colleen (Cox) Meade after nearly 

73 years of loving and Christ centered marriage. He is also survived 

by daughter and son-in-law Freida and Bill Stuart Bill-Kingsport, TN, grandsons and spouses Matthew and Kristen Stuart-Knoxville, TN and  Stephen and wife Megan Stuart-Akron, OH; great-grandchildren, 

Maggie, Ben, Emma, Ethan, Clara and Reid. Other survivors include 

his sisters Zelma Aichel-Wise, VA and Bannie Hanes and husband 

Jim-Midlothian, VA; many nieces, nephews and cousins and a host 

of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Friday September 9, 

2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Joel Cantrell officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until time 

of services. Pound VFW Post 9600 will conduct military services in 

the funeral home parking lot.

Burial will follow in the Cox/Riner Cemetery on Riner School Road-

Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Indian Creek Freewill 

Baptist Church, the Pound rescue Squad or Pound VFW Post 9600.

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

Bruce Meade.

BRENDA ALLISON MULLINS

BRENDA ALLISON MULLINS

BRENDA ALLISON MULLINS

 POUND, VA – Brenda Allison Mullins, 73, entered into eternity Friday 

September 2, 2022 from her residence after an extended illness.

  Brenda was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She previously attended 

Pyles Memorial Chapel Church. Brenda enjoyed traveling and going on 

road trips when she was in better health. She loved spending time with her 

family, especially gathering for family meals. Brenda had collected angel 

figurines for years and had a large collection.

  Brenda was preceded in death by her husband Virgil Mullins; her father

Raymond Watson; and her grandsons Franklin Ray and Ryan Len Mullins;

  Survivors include her daughters Shannon Mullins-Appalachia, VA and

Tennielle Mullins-Wise, VA; her sons Brandon Mullins-Pound, VA and 

Len Mullins-Northern Virginia; grandchildren Alyssa Salyers, Cameron 

Mullins, Andrew Humes and Abel Mullins; a brother Danny Watson; 

nephews Vincent, Clyde and Jessee Watson; and a host of friends and 

loved ones.

  As per Brenda’s wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no 

services. 

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

Allison Mullins.


PEGGY ANN POLLY

LANA JOYCE KINCER

PEGGY ANN POLLY


POUND, VA – Mrs. Peggy Ann Polly, 88, entered into rest Tuesday August 31, 2022 from Heritage Hall in Big Stone Gap after an extended illness.

  Peggy was born March 3, 1934 to the late Cleatus and Bernice (Barker) Howell. She graduated Jenkins High School then married John Kedric Polly on January 18, 1952 and they remained married for 58 years and 7 months until his death on August 22, 2010. Peggy worked for over 20 years at the Wise ARH Hospital. She began as a cook and worked her way up into a position as an operating room technician. She was not only a hard worker, but she was a smart worker as well. She kept an immaculate home and 

loved to crochet and knit. Peggy was kindhearted, but she was also known for speaking her mind. 

  In addition to her husband John K Polly andher parentsCleatus and Bernice Howell Peggy was preceded in death by a daughter Linda Ann Polly; a grandson Aaron Shade 

Polly; a sister Sheila Howell; and a brother Tiny Howell.

   Survivors include her sons John K. Polly II and Jeffrey Phillip Polly; grandsons Jeffrey Wayne Polly, John K. Polly III, and Logan McKinsey; great-grandchildren Chase Polly, 

Lee Polly, Lexie Polly, Braylyn Polly and Brianna Polly; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  As per Polly’s wishes she will be cremated and there will be no services.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Peggy Ann Polly.

KEVIN STIDHAM

LANA JOYCE KINCER

PEGGY ANN POLLY

  POUND, VA – Kevin Stidham, 50, departed this world unexpectedly Monday August 29, 2022 from his residence. 

  Kevin was a 1990 graduate of Pound High School. He was a former baker at Ingles Grocery and was sports reporter for the Gateway Communications TV station in Norton.  Kevin loved to flee market and loved e-Bay. He always had a smile 

on his face and a story to tell. Kevin loved to talk to people, and was quick to give you his opinion. He enjoyed working in flowers and loved his dogs. 

  Kevin was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Delmer and Edna Stidham; his maternal grandparents Donald 

and Grace Carter; and 2 special dogs Jackie and Soka.

  Survivors include his parents Bobby and Linda (Carter) Stidham; his companion and caretaker Alan Church; his brother

Bobby Stidham, Jr.; his nieces Ausha and Samantha; his nephew Joshua; several aunts, uncles and cousins; special friends Amy 

Lockwood, Mia and Derek Shortt and April Stidham; his dogs Allie and Kitty; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday August 31, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mark Stallard officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday September 1, 2022 at the Mullins-Sturgill Cemetery on Pine Spur Road-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

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

LANA JOYCE KINCER

LANA JOYCE KINCER

RALPH WAYNE BRANSON

 

POUND, VA – Lana Joyce Kincer, 74, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Monday August 22, 2022 from the Bristol

Regional Medical Center.

  Lana was a Christian and attended the New Freedom of Worship Church in Jenkins, KY. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, 

sister, aunt and friend. Lana enjoyed crafts, going shopping, working in her flower beds and gardening. Lana was an avid animal lover, no matter if she picked it out herself or it came to her house as a stray…she loved and cared for them just the same.

 Lana was preceded in death by her husband Wayne Kincer; a son Kenneth Kincer; her parents, Sheilar and Justine (Runyon) McMahon; and biological father, Henry Taylor.

 Survivors include her son Jesse Kincer and wife Laurissa-Johnson City, TN; a daughter-in- law Brigette Kincer-Jenkins, KY; grand-

children, Kazden Kincer (Sierra Rose)- Richmond, KY, Kiona Kincer Ray (Brandon)-Jenkins, KY, Mollie Kincer and Bonnie Kincer both of Johnson City TN; a brother, Keith Hobbs- Pikeville, KY; several nieces nephews and cousins; special friends, Eva Robbins- Lorain, OH and Janice and Roger Bolling- Pound, VA; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday August 25, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Danny Quillen officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of 

services.

 Burial will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. 

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

RALPH WAYNE BRANSON

RALPH WAYNE BRANSON

RALPH WAYNE BRANSON

  PITTSBURGH, PA - Ralph Wayne Branson,77, died on August 18th in Monroeville, PA at his daughter Deborah’s home.

  Ralph is survived by his wife Janice Shaginaw Branson of Pittsburgh, PA; his daughter Deborah Branson, Peter Zlokas of Monroeville, PA; his son Jeffery Branson, Kayla Eagan of Pittsburgh, PA; and brother 

Harlis Branson, Nancy Branson of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren Peter Zlokas Jr., Brieanna Tiani, Josh Zlokas, Maxx Tiani and Giada 

Tiani.

  Ralph was preceded in death by his brothers Hershel Branson, David Branson, Glenn Adams, James Adams, Eugene Adams,

Wendell Adams, and Charles Branson; and his parents Wix Branson and Justine Hampton Branson.

  Ralph was born September 7th 1944 in Pound, VA to his parents Wix and Justine (Hampton) Branson. He was a service member in the United States Navy as and engine mechanic, followed by 32 

years working for H. J. Hienz. Ralph enjoyed family, friends gardening and anything outdoors.

  The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until 7:00 pm Tuesday August 23, 2022 followed by funeral services at 7:00 pm in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel at 11316 Riverside drive, Pound, VA 24279.

Ralph will be laid to rest Wednesday August 24th 2022 at 11:00 am at the Branson Family Cemetery on Rose Short Hollow Road in Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  Whitesburg American Legion Post will perform military graveside honors. Family members 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 Ralph Wayne Branson.

BETTY BOLLING

RALPH WAYNE BRANSON

WALLACE H. WHITEHORN

  

POUND, VA – Betty M. Bolling was born May 29, 1937 in Norton, VA and entered into God’s grace from her home in Pound, VA on August 19, 2022. She was surrounded by 

her loving family.

  Betty is survived by her loving husband of 65 years Morgan E. Bolling; her caring daughter Cathy Maggard (Tommy) of Salem, VA; her beloved sons Greg Bolling (Eddie) of Alexandria, VA, Mark Bolling (Geneva) of Wise, VA and Joshua M. Bolling of Greeneville, TN; granddaughters Caroline Goode (Todd) of Tampa, FL and Taylor Nicole 

Bolling of Wise, VA; great-grandchildren Chanse, Asher and Libertie Goode of Tampa, FL; brother-in-law Cecil Bolling (Hazel) of Pound, VA; sister-in-law Betty Mullins 

of Charlotte, NC; several nieces, nephews and cousins; her church family and a host of caring friends.

  Betty was preceded in death by her parents Milton and Kate (Lykens) Mullins of Wise, VA; her three brothers Hoyt V. Mullins (Lureva) of Gallipolis, OH, Cecil Ray Mullins of Charlotte, NC and Gerald Mullins (Lydia) of Wise, VA.

   Betty was a loving and devoted wife, mother, teacher and church worker. She taught in the Wise County school system

in the elementary schools at Toms Creek, Dewey and J. W. Adams- a career that lasted over 30 years. She was a member 

of the Pound Methodist Church for 61 years and devotedly served in the nursery, choir, piano player, delegate to the annual conference, church treasurer, member of the United Methodist Women and many other church related activities.

   Betty was a friend to all and will be deeply missed by her family and her community.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday August 22, 2022 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 1:00 pm Tuesday August 23, 2022 at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens-Big Stone Gap, VA. Family and friends are asked to meet at the 

funeral home by 11:45 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

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

WALLACE H. WHITEHORN

RALPH WAYNE BRANSON

WALLACE H. WHITEHORN

POUND, VA – Wallace H. Whitehorn, 100, entered into eternity Tuesday August 9, 2022 from the Mountain View Long Term Care Facility-Norton, VA.

  Mr. Whitehorn was born September 14, 1921 in Hot Springs, AR to the late Samuel and Sophie (Smith) Whitehorn. He joined 

the United States Air Force in October 1942 and served until October 1945, attaining the rank of Corporal. Wallace then attended Abilene Christian College-Abilene, TX graduating in 1950. He taught school in Huntsville, AL for 35 years. Wallace was a born again Christian and a member of the Church of Christ for 70 years. He had travelled across the country ministering

for the Lord. Wallace was a gifted speaker and had a remarkable memory. He also had an outgoing personality and keen sense of 

humor. He will certainly be missed by all that knew him.

  In addition to his parents Wallace was preceded in death by his first wife Doris (Harville) Whitehorn and his second wife Magielenie (Mullins) Whitehorn; a son Mark Whitehorn; sisters Laverne Whitehorn, Nettie Ward and Gladys Jones; and brothers George, Nathan, Walter, Alton and Norman Whitehorn.

   Survivors include his daughter Ruth Whitehorn-Moulton, AL; son David Whitehorn-Falls Church, VA; sisters Lois Blair-Memphis, TN, Dorothy Trimm-Memphis, TN and Lovie Johnson-Mobile, AL;

step-daughter Rita Vanover-Pound, VA; step-son James Balthis-Whitesburg, KY; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 31 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; his church family; and a host of friends and loved ones. 

   Local Virginia services will be private. Public graveside committal services will be held at 3:00 pm Friday August 12, 2022 at the Moulton Memorial Gardens-720 Seminary Street, Moulton , AL where he will be laid to rest beside his first wife Doris.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving

the family of Wallace H. Whitehorn.

HOMER WARREN STURGILL

HOMER WARREN STURGILL

HOMER WARREN STURGILL

  ELIZABETHTON, TN - Homer Warren Sturgill, 52, finished his journey in this world Friday August 5, 2022 at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital in Elizabethton, TN.

   Homer was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was an employee of Strongwell Corporation- Bristol, TN. Homer was 

avid outdoorsman, just being in that environment gave him such peace of mind …he loved to go fishing and hunting every chance he got. He was an avid beekeeper and was a taxidermist by hobby and was very particular about his work. Homer never met a stranger, he had the type of personality that was easy to get along with and his friend loved that about him.

   Homer was preceded in death by hid father David Wade “Jack” Sturgill and his brother Eugene Cecil Sturgill.

  Survivors include his mother Peggy (Hampton) Sturgill-Eolia. KY; a daughter, Christina Sturgill- Archer Large, NC; a  

brother Steven W. Sturgill and wife Michele–Kingsport, TN; former spouse, friend and mother of his child, Sheila Sturgill 

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

  Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm Sunday August 7, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive 

friends from 4:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday August 8, 2022 at the Bolling/Flat Gap Cemetery on Sulpher 

Springs Drive-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.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Homer Warren Sturgill.

EDWARD LEE MULLINS

HOMER WARREN STURGILL

HOMER WARREN STURGILL

  POUND, VA – Edward Lee, “Little Eddie”, Mullins, 41, passed away Thursday August 4, 2022, at Norton Community Hospital after an extended illness.

  Eddie was of the Freewill Baptist faith. He had a very out-going personality and seldom met a stranger. Eddie loved playing jokes and pranks on his friends and family. Although he was small in stature he never let it keep him from enjoying life. He enjoyed coon hunting and loved his coon hounds.

  Eddie was preceded in death by his parents Arlin and Neada Carol Mullins; his half-sister Sandra Mullins; and his half-brothers Bobby Joe Gilley and Roy Gilley.

  Survivors include his brothers Randy Mullins-Pound, VA and Terry Mullins-Sequim Washington; special friends, Newton Dingus and Earl Peaks; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday August 6, 2022, at the Dewey Memorial Cemetery on Dewey Cemetery Road-Pound, VA with Reverend Hollis Bevins officiating. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Dewey Cemetery by 10:45 am to prepare for services.

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

LOTTIE FAYE STIDHAM

HOMER WARREN STURGILL

LOTTIE FAYE STIDHAM

POUND, VA – Lottie Faye Stidham, 74, entered into eternity Wednesday July 27, 2022 from her home. Her loving sister 

Annette was by her side.

  Lottie was a Christian of the Old Regular Baptist faith. She was a kind and loving person, with a humble spirit. She could 

make everyone around her feel better with her beautiful smile and her charming personality. Lottie loved Christmas and all the decorations. She loved the lights. Lottie loved her dogs, her favorite being Buffy, and she loved children. Her favorite pastime

was seeing the flowers in bloom and watching the humming birds outside her window. Cardinals were her favorite bird, the morning she passed a beautiful cardinal kept coming to her window. When Lottie was able she loved to clean house, do laundry and wash dishes, she could make a bed and there was not a wrinkle on it.      

  Lottie was preceded in death by her parents, Voyne and Kay (Short) Stidham; an infant sister; her paternal grandparents Albert and Partha Stidham; and her maternal grandparents Lindsey and

Ardelia Short; and her brothers-in-law Bob Smith and Benny Osborne.

  Survivors include her sister and caregiver Annetta Stidham-Pound, VA; sisters Linda Smith-Spotsylvania, VA and Beth Osborne-Abingdon, 

VA; nieces Kelly (Jeremiah) Heaton Dariah (Eddie) Macais; nephews 

Jarrod (Christina) Smith, Trevor Smith, Damon (Lisa) Smith and Evan 

(Lindsi) Smith; 19 great-nieces and great-nephews; special cousins 

Partha Stidham, John (Cathy) Crouse, Charlene Shortt, Janice and 

Roger Bolling, Nicole and Zack Sexton, Noel and Casey Page, Donald 

and Kathy Hall; several cousins; a special caregiver Susan Rose; special 

friends Trish Hess, Anna Mullins and Darlene Smith; her neighbors 

in the community; and a host of friends and loved ones.   

  Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday July 29,

2022 at the Mt. Zion Cemetery on Dewey Road-Pound, VA with

Elder Donald Hall officiating. Family members and friends will 

serve as pallbearers. Those attending are asked to meet at the 

cemetery by 12:45 pm to prepare for the services.

A special thank you to Caris Healthcare/Hospice for their care 

of Lottie.

  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Wise County 

Animal Shelter, the Pound Rescue Squad or Mt Zion Church.  

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

Lottie Faye Stidham. 

JENNIFER FREEMAN

CAROLYN SHENOISE MULLINS

LOTTIE FAYE STIDHAM

  NORTON, VA – Jennifer Freeman, 61, entered into her eternal rest Sunday July 17, 2022 from Norton Community Hospital.

Jen worked hard for many years as a manager for Fasmart convenience stores. She was a loving wife, mother, mamaw, 

sister, aunt and friend. She was a kind, gentle and sweet soul who was always filled with compassion and love for others.

She loved spending time with her family, from playing rolly-bat and kickball in the yard, to playing cards, going to bingo and

scratching a good lotto ticket. Jen also enjoyed cooking, watching game shows, taking a drive in the car and building Legos with her grandson Mason, her pride and joy.

Jen is preceded in death by her father Bobby Adams, son Bobby Ulis Sturgill, brother Ricky Adams, nephew Nathan Adams and niece Paige Adams.

  Survivors include her husband of 29 years James Freeman, her mother Ruby Adams-Eolia, KY, daughter Jennifer Larock-Georgetown, KY, grandson Mason Sturgill-Norton, VA, granddaughter Madison Francis-Vicco, KY, brothers Bobby Wayne Adams and wife Pat-Eolia, KY, Paul Adams and wife Pam-Rutledge, TN, and Teddy Adams and wife Norma-Eolia, KY, sister-in law Lynette Adams-Eolia, KY, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins, and a host of friends.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday July 19, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Corbin Hampton and Elder Bud Adams officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon Wednesday July 20, 2022 at the Adams Cemetery on Roberts Branch-Eolia, KY where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at the 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 Jennifer Freeman.

GLENN EDWARD ROSE

CAROLYN SHENOISE MULLINS

CAROLYN SHENOISE MULLINS

  PAYNE GAP, KY- Glenn Edward Rose, 83, entered into his eternal home with his Lord and Savior Saturday July 16, 2022 from his son’s home at Millstone. His loving family was by his bedside. 

  Glenn was a Christian and a member of Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church for nearly 50 years. He was a deacon and did 

everything he could to help the church function smoothly. Glenn was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served 4 years. He was also a member of the United Mine Workers of America having retired as a repairman from Bethlehem Coal Company. He had also worked previously on road jobs and at rock quarries. Glenn was a jack of all trades, he could make or repair about anything. He was an avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting and fishing and was well known for being a mountain man. Glenn was a longtime active member of the Pine Mountain Rescue.

  Glenn was a true servant, he served his Lord and made every effort to help others and was loved by all who met him. He was a man of his word, if he told you something you could depend on it. Glenn loved his Lord, his family, his church family and his country.   

  Glenn was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Sue (Vance) Rose; a son, Donnie Edward Rose; his parents, Ed and Flora (Wright) Rose; sisters Aloria Cantrell, Goldie Mae Hopkins and Judy Carnell Rose and brothers Otis Rose, Wesley Rose, Ray Rose and Delmar Rose.  

  Survivors include his daughter, Sandra Lowe (Nicky)-Payne Gap, KY; 3 sons, Johnny Rose (Pat)- Millstone, KY, David Rose (Wendi)- Big Stone Gap, VA and Michael Rose (Shelly)- Payne Gap, KY; 6 grandchildren, Robert, Brittany, Ariel, Brayden, Jerrick and Kingston; 8 great-grandchildren, Jason, Emilee, Hunter, Trevor, Zendaya “Tootsie”, Zoey,  Parker and Nash; 4 sisters, Thelma Deskins- Sevierville, TN, Karien Church- Pell City, AL, Diana Kincer- Jenkins, KY and Julie Breeding- Deane, KY; 3 brothers, Kirby Rose- Millstone, KY, Jerry Rose- Jenkins, KY and Carl Rose- 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 12 noon Tuesday July 19, 2022 at the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend David Rose and Pastor Hollis Bevins officating. Pound VFW Post 9600 will conduct military services on the church parking lot. Burial will follow at the Rose Family Cemetery-Millstone, KY where Johnny Rose, Michael Rose, David Rose, Robert Rose, Jerrick Rose and Brayden Rose will serve as pallbearers. 

  The family will receive friends Monday July 18, 2022 from 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm at the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church. There will be a 7:00 pm evening service. 

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Glenn Edward Rose.

CAROLYN SHENOISE MULLINS

CAROLYN SHENOISE MULLINS

CAROLYN SHENOISE MULLINS

 POUND, VA – Carolyn Shenoise, Mullins, 65, passed away Friday July 15, 2022 at her sons residence in in Wise, VA. She was surrounded by her loving family as the angels came to escort her home. Carolyn had fought a valiant battle with cancer for the last few years. 

  Carolyn was a Christian, she had recently rededicated her life to the Lord. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-

grandmother, sister and friend. She loved taking care of people, in her job as a personal caregiver and even more with her family. Her family was the most important thing to her, no matter how bad she felt…she was always trying to take care of them first. Carolyn also enjoyed listening to the old country music and gospel music, watching Roku TV, sewing, crafts and stopping at every 

yard sale she could…she was a firm believer that one woman’s junk… was another woman’s treasure. 

  Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, Paul L Adams and Virginia (Mullins) Kavalesky and her sisters, Kathy McCoy and 

Joanette Adams.

  Survivors include her husband and best friend of 51 years Danny Lee Mullins- Pound, VA; a daughter, Veronica Shenoise Mullins- 

Coeburn, VA; sons, Aron Paul Mullins-Wise , VA and Danny Lee Mullins Jr- Pound, VA; 13 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 

brothers, Steve Michael Adams (Nanette)-California and Timmy Paul Adams (Charlene)- Nora, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing.

She will be truly missed by all that knew and loved her.  

   Per Carolyn’s wishes, she will be cremated and a Celebration of Life service will be held on a later date.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA will be serving the family of Carolyn Shenoise Mullins.

BOBBY LEE OWENS

TERESA ANN COLLINS

TERESA ANN COLLINS

  POUND, VA – Bobby “Big O” Owens, 84, peacefully passed into his eternal reward Thursday June 30, 2022 from is residence after an extended illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

  Bobby was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith. He loved his Lord and his family. Bobby was a hard worker, he was in the coal trucking business for 50+ years. He hauled for Paramount Coal, H&G Coal and 

A&G Coal. He put in many long days and nights driving or working on his trucks. He believed in working to provide for his family. Bobby enjoyed hunting, NASCAR racing (especially Dale Earnhardt), drag racing, working on cars, bluegrass music and bluegrass festivals. He loved to dance, “Let’s boogie” was his motto. Bobby worked hard 

and played hard. He enjoyed life. 

  Bobby was preceded in death by his wife Mabel (Powers) Owens; his parents Clyde and Elizbeth (Browning) Owens; a sister Judy Lou Powers; and a brother Richard Owens.

  Survivors include his daughter Patti Owens Counts and husband Donnie-Pound, VA; grandchildren Bobby Ring and wife Brooke-Pound, VA and Sadra Hayton and husband Jeffrey-Abingdon, VA; great-grandsons

James Isaac Hayton, Austin Sexton and Brody Ring; a brother Jerry Owens-Coeburn, VA; brother-in-law William “Pig” Powers-Pound, VA; sister-in-law Betty Owens-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of close personal friends.

The family would like to give a special thank you to his niece and caregiver Linda Tompkins and his nephew Robert Owens for their care of Bobby.  

  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday July 3, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Billy Hibbitts and Reverend Robert Owens officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon 

until time of services.

  Burial will follow in the Powers Cemetery on Cumbo Road-Pound, VA where Isaac Powers, Clyde Owens, Patrick Owens, Tony Powers, Brandon Powers, Mike Owens, Nick Owens, Brody Ring, Austin Sexton, Michael Allen Owens and Larry Tompkins will serve as pallbearers.

  Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Owens, Robert Owens and Tommy Owens.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Bobby Lee Owens.

TERESA ANN COLLINS

TERESA ANN COLLINS

TERESA ANN COLLINS


COEBURN, VA – Teresa Ann Collins, 61, crossed over to her eternal reward Monday June 27, 2022 from Ridgecrest Manor in Duffield, VA.

  Teresa was Christian of the Baptist faith, she put her trust in her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Teresa was loved video games, on her phone, on television or handheld devices, she just loved to play. She enjoyed wordsearch 

puzzles and loved a variety of music, rock and roll, country, bluegrassor whatever was playing.

   Teresa was preceded in death by her mother Edith Osborne McCoy; and a brother Randy Baker.

   Survivors include her son Damien Collins and wife Kimberly-Wise, VA; her father and stepmother Mark and Charlotte Baker-Coeburn, VA; her sister Linda “Cookie” Shortt and husband Ray-Pound, VA; two special nephews Dustin Shortt-Atlanta, GA and Brandon Shortt-Bryan, OH; and a host of friends and loved ones.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Ridgeview Manor in Duffield, VA for the care and kindness they 

provided to Teresa.

As per Teresa’s wishes, she will be cremated and a celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

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

Ann Collins.  

THELMA MARY ROSE

TERESA ANN COLLINS

HARRY HILDEBRANDT

  POUND, VA – Thelma Mary Rose, 90, went home to her eternal reward Saturday June 25, 2022 from the Holston Valley Medical 

Center after an extended illness.

  Thelma was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Thelma worked hard and believed in taking care of her family. She kept a tidy and clean home, helped mow and trim the yard, raised a garden and canned what she grew. She was well known for her cooking and the preserves, jellies and apple butter she made. She also enjoyed quilting and sewing… she was well known for her famous Ragged Andy& Ann dolls she made. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her.

   Thelma was preceded in death by her husband Worley Rose and her parents Thomas and Agnes (Conley) Stewart and a twin infant brother, Thelmer Stewart.

   Survivors include her daughters Madge Mitchell and husband Edward-Bismarck, AR and Pamela Lewis and husband Brad-Newman Lake, WA; her son Bobby Rose and wife Varonda (Ronnie)-Pound, VA; grandchildren Melanie McElrath (John) - Arkansas, Eddie Mitchell-Arkansas , Leslie Rumenapp (Martin)- California, Zachary Palmer (Denicka)- Washington and Melissa Pilkenton- Tennessee; 8 great-grandchildren; 4 great- great grandchildren; sisters, Betty Ryan, Ella Cantrell, Jean Rose, Shirley Stanley and Mildred Tackett; brothers Charles Stewart and James Stewart; special friends, Joan Robinson, Sonny Short and Ethel Whitt; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday June 30, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. Burial will follow at Crouse Cemetery- (Powers Drive) Pound, VA where Eddie Mitchell, Junior Conley, Billy Stanley, Joel Stanley, John McElrath and Calvin Barnes 

will serve as pallbearers. 

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Thelma Mary Rose.

HARRY HILDEBRANDT

CAITLIN JANELLE CANTRELL

HARRY HILDEBRANDT

  Harry Hildebrandt (90) was called peacefully on June 21, 2022 to be with his God, Lord and Savior in Heaven. He passed away from an illness. He soon retired to Port Charlotte, Florida with his wife. He was previously a resident of South Shore, Kentucky.

He was pre-deceased in death by his wife, Naomi Ruth Hildebrandt (1/16/2009), his Step-son, John Finley Younce, Henry and Anne Hildebrandt (his parents).

Harry was born July 17, 1931 and he would have been 91. He was born to the Late John and Anne Hildebrandt of Winkler Manitoba. He had made many friends after moving to Florida. Everyone loved dad because he was such an extraordinary man. He was caring loving, giving, and showed how much he loved and cared for everyone in his life. Wonderful husband, dad, father in law, grandpa, great grandpa and had many friends.

Mr. Hildebrandt is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Correll (Jim), of Fort Myers, Step-daughter , Nita Spriggs of Greenup, Ky and his daughter in law, Connie Younce of Seminole, Fl. His granddaughters: Lindsay Correll of Port Charlotte, Missy Gullett(Don), of Cincinnati, and Crystal(Mark Burgess) of Greenup, Ky. Grandsons: Josh Younce( Cheri)of Chicago Illinois, Judson Younce of Chicago Illinois and Justin Barker of North Dakota. He was also survived by several Great-Grandkids. He is survived by his siblings, Katharina (late Cornelius) Wiebe of

Winkler Canada, Ann (late John) Hildebrandt of Beamsville, Canada Eva and (Harry) Neufeld of Paraguay and Peter(Anne) Hildebrandt of Winkler Canada.

Harry enjoyed his garden, keeping in shape and watching the Tampa Bay Rays play. He volunteered for the Cultural Center as an usher in Port Charlotte. He also volunteered as a Hospital transporter in Port Charlotte and Tampa hospitals. Over his career he worked in several countries and he worked his way up to Superintendent of Willbros which required him to travel around the world and he was not home most of time. When he was home he spent quality time with his family. Mr. Hildebrandt loved to fish, be out doors and spending time with family or friends. He was organized and a hard worker in everything he did. He loved his Lord and God. He always attended church on Sundays. Being a Christian was important to him.

He was a fighter up to the end. He was a man of his word to everyone. He never met anyone who didn’t love him and his spirit. He had a very poor childhood growing up but he worked his way up to where he was when he retired. He could cook anything, especially on his grill. He worked very hard for his family because that was what he wanted to do.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Tuesday June 28, 2022

in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.   

Harry will be buried in Pound, Virginia beside his wife, Naomi Ruth Hildebrandt in the Addington Family Cemetery.

Arrangements are being handled by the Baker Funeral Home in Pound, Virginia. Address is: 11316 Riverside Drive, Pound, Virginia 24279.

MARY ELLEN HERNAN

CAITLIN JANELLE CANTRELL

CAITLIN JANELLE CANTRELL

   POUND, VA – Mary Ellen Hernan, 82 peacefully entered into her eternal reward Monday June 20, 2022 from her home.

She was surrounded by her loving family. 

   Mary was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was retired cook, having worked for the Fairfax School System, the Fairfax Hospital and Norton Community Hospital. Mary 

enjoyed working, she liked knowing she was feeding people. She enjoyed arts and crafts, especially needlepoint and crocheting. Mary enjoyed bluegrass music. She lived for 

approximately 20 years in Sebastian, FL before moving back home.

  Mary was preceded in death by her parents John C. Collier and Lou Vernia (Gardner) Collier; her first husband Jamie Meade; sisters Eunice Vinogradov and Brenda Boggs; and a brother Dallas Collier. 

   Survivors include her loving husband of 32 years Frank Hernan of the home; a daughter Debbie Lynn Mullins-Pound, VA; grandsons, Charlie Mullins, Stacy Chandler, Bryan Chandler and Adam Chandler; great grandson Richard Mullins; great-great-

grandchildren Jacob Mullins and Chloe Mullins; sisters Janice Oliver and husband Eugene-Pound, VA; Particia Collier and 

husband Stewart Boyer- Vero Beach, FL and Juvada Stratton and husband Homer-Norton, VA; a brother Preston Collier and wife Carol-Manassas, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Wednesday June 22, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Hollis Bevins officiating. The family will receive 

friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

   Burial will follow in the Mt Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mary Ellen Hernan.

CAITLIN JANELLE CANTRELL

CAITLIN JANELLE CANTRELL

CAITLIN JANELLE CANTRELL

  POUND, VA – Caitlin Janelle Cantrell, 29, entered into eternity unexpectedly Wednesday June 15, 2022 from the Dickenson Community Hospital. Her loving family was at her side.

  Caitlin was born May 25, 1993 in Wise, VA to her parents Jeff and Carolyn (Lewis) Cantrell. She was always a free spirit who enjoyed life and wanted to make everyone happy.

  Caitlin attended Mountain Empire Community College and was a former employee of Sykes in Wise, VA. She enjoyed

riding four wheelers, kayaking, swimming, fishing and camping. Caitlin loved all kinds of music and doing arts and crafts, especially candle making. She was a loving mother and 

worshiped the time she spent with her children.

  Caitlin was preceded in death by her mother Carolyn Jean Cantrell.

Survivors include her father Jeff Cantrell and wife Robin-Pound, VA; her children Carly and Lyndon Boggs; her sisters Mitzi King Kingsport, TN and Kristen Day-Wise, VA; her 

brother Justin Cantrell-Pound, VA; her nieces and nephews Dustin Freeman, Makaila Freeman, Xavier King, Brenton Cantrell, Trenton Cantrell, Rileigh Day, Emma Day and 

Levi Day; numerous cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Private memorial services will be held at a later date.

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

REVEREND CHARLES WAYNE MULLINS

REVEREND CHARLES WAYNE MULLINS

REVEREND CHARLES WAYNE MULLINS


POUND, VA – Reverend Charles Wayne Mullins, 82, entered into his eternal reward Saturday June 11, 2022 from the Holston 

Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN after an extended illness.

   Wayne was a born again Christian and an ordained Freewill Baptist minister and was the former pastor and current member 

of Glady Fork Church-Pound, VA. He loved his Lord and Savior and lived a devoted life. Wayne was retired from Westmoreland 

Coal Company and a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He enjoyed farming, working the hay fields and raising 

cattle. Wayne had a really great sense of humor and always tried to see the good in everyone. 

   Wayne was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Shirley Jacqueline Mullins; his parents George and Eliza (Belcher) 

Mullins; a daughter, Elaine Kiser; sisters Catherine Roberts, Peggy Mullins and infant sisters, Wanda Kay Mullins and Clara 

Belle Mullins; brothers, Kenneth Mullins, Donnie Bruce Mullins and George Mullins Jr. 

 Survivors include his son Charles Dwayne Mullins-Pound, VA; special friend and care giver, Dawn Ratliff; daughters, Shirley Jean 

Gervin and Dawn Orton both of Knoxville, TN.; grandson Robert Dwayne Mullins; 3 great- grandchildren, a sister, Ramona Sturgill-Pound, VA; brothers Teddy Mullins and friend Ollie-Eolia, KY, Bobby Mullins-Eolia, KY, Lonnie Mullins (Patsy)-Rutledge, TN 

and Roy Mullins (Carlene)-Eolia, KY; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his church family and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday June 18, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Lynn 

Vanover and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. 

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

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

LUCAS ALAN COLLINS

REVEREND CHARLES WAYNE MULLINS

REVEREND CHARLES WAYNE MULLINS


ABINGDON, VA – Lucas Alan Collins, 23, entered eternity Sunday June 12, 2022 from Johnston Memorial Hospital.

  Lucas was of the Baptist faith and believed in his Lord. He was a 2016 graduate of Wise Central High School having graduated a year earlier than he was suppose to. He was also a member of the Wise Central Warriors football team. He was a dedicated employee and loved his job, mostly running heavy equipment for Ameri-Con, Inc. Lucas would tell his mom he was the hardest worker she had. He enjoyed “Lake Life” swimming, fishing and just floating on the water. Lucas loved BIG and his family was everything to him. He loved family events, cookouts and just spending time with them. He was so excited about becoming a dad himself that he would tell everyone… even strangers about his baby girl that was coming in November. Lucas was soft spoken and so good hearted to everyone. He will truly be missed by his family and friends.    

  Lucas was preceded in death by his father David Collins; and his maternal grandparents Gary and Gail Roberts.

  Survivors include his mother Angela Collins and companion Mark Osborne-Abingdon, VA; a brother Logan Collins and wife Kayla -Castlewood, VA; sister Brittany Fleming and husband Issac and their children, Eli, Eden and Brooklyn-Bristol, VA and also sister Ashley Ramey and husband Luke-Norton, VA; his loving partner in life, MarShara Thompson the mother-to-be to his baby girl, Laylani due in November 2022- Wise, VA; special cousins, Dakota Cantrell and wife Jodie and Colt Cantrell; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday June 16, 2022, 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 12:00 noon Friday June 17, 2022, at the Roberts Cemetery on South Fork Road-

Pound, VA where Logan Collins, Dakota Cantrell, Ben Morgan, Justin Morgan and Issac Fleming will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:00 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

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

MILDRED MARCUM

REVEREND CHARLES WAYNE MULLINS

LANGLEY MORGAN ENGLE

  

PAYNE GAP, KY – Mildred (Holbrook) Marcum, 86, entered peacefully into eternity Friday June 10, 2022 from the Pikeville

Medical Center. She was surrounded by her loving family.

   Mildred was a born again Christian, she was baptized January 24, 1954 and has been a member of the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist

Church since.

   She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Mildred was a devoted homemaker, she spent her time raising her kids and grandkids. She loved gardening and tending 

to her flowers. She enjoyed word search books and reading, especially her Bible. Mildred was devoted to her church life, she attended every service she could, enjoyed singing in church and loved gospel music. 

   Mildred was preceded in death by her husband Bill Marcum; her parents George and Cora (Mullins) Holbrook; a grandson William Austun-Le Vanover; her sisters Geneva Phillips, infants Clara Sue 

Holbrook and Mary Elizabeth Holbrook, and brothers George Holbrook, Jr., Charlie Holbrook, Frank Holbrook and infants Bill 

and Crate Holbrook 

  Survivors include her daughter Cindy Lewis and husband Tom-Pikeville, KY; her son Randy Marcum and wife Lisa-Payne Gap, KY; grandchildren William Tyler Marcum and wife Amanda, Arissa Di-Ann Vanover, and Natasha Gray and husband Mike, great-grandchildren Caden Marcum, Caleb Haley, Dante Adams, Sierra Tenney, Colton Tenney and Layla Gray; a brother Eddie Holbrook-Rutledge, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousins, her church family, and a 

host of friends and loved ones.

   The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Byron Thomas of MCHC and to her caregiver and friend Paula Hodges. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Monday June 13, 2022 at the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Hollis 

Bevins, Reverend Frankie Holbrook, Jr. and Reverend Eddie Holbrook, Jr. officiating.

  Burial will follow in the Sam Bentley Cemetery-Payne Gap, KYwhere family members will serve as pallbearers.

   The family will receive friends after 3:00 pm Sunday June 12, 2022 at the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church. There will be a 7:00 pm evening service.

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

LANGLEY MORGAN ENGLE

NATALIE MARIE GILBERT

LANGLEY MORGAN ENGLE

  NORTON, VA – Langley Morgan Engle, 74, formerly of Eolia, Ky entered into eternity Wednesday June 1, 2022 from his residence 

after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.

  Langley was a Christian of the Primitive Baptist faith. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army and a retired automotive mechanic with  30+ years of experience. Langley was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He loved his God, his family and his country. He enjoyed going fishing, working in his garden, spending hours at a flea market and watching TV. Some of his favorites being The Andy Griffith Show, Columbo, Ridiculous and game shows. But what Langley loved the most was his family and the time he spent with them.

  Langley was preceded in death by his parents Troy Jr. and Audrey (Hampton) Engle; and an infant sister Kathy Engle.

  Survivors include his daughter Amy Flint- Frankfort, KY; sons, Alan Engle (Pauline) -Frankfort, KY and Kevin Engle (Cindy) – 

Clintwood, VA.; grandchildren, Tyler (Melody) Sizemore, Daleigh Engle, Troy Mullins (Kenzie Bobblitt), Hannah Engle ( Jacob Wethington), Emma Fint, Hunter Engle and Gavin Fint; six sisters, Carleta (Creighton) Adams-Eolia, KY, Janie (Bennie) Sturgill-Eolia, KY, Janet (Jim) Bolling-Norton, VA, Debbie (Frankie) Maggard-Blacky-KY, Velma Adams-Norton, VA and Gloria Strouth-Wise, VA; three brothers, Finley Engle (Margaret)-Wise, VA, Pete Engle (Julia)-Glen Rock, PA and Orbin Engle-Duffield, VA; two aunts, Laura Fields and Ruby Adams; one uncle, Charles Engle ; special brother-in-law, Frankie Maggard; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Saturday June 4, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jimmy Hubbard officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until time of services.

  Whitesburg VFW Post 5829 will conduct military services on the funeral home parking lot. 

  Burial will follow at the Adams Cemetery on Roberts Branch in Eolia, KY where Jason Maggard, Gavin Fint, Hunter Engle, Frankie 

Maggard, Troy Mullins, Jimmy Brock, Josh Williams and Trillis Adams will serve as pallbearers. 

  Honorary pallbearers are Larry Adams, Wendell Sturgill, Channon Engle, Chris Engle, Sheldon Sturgill, Brian Strouth, Troy Engle, Travis Engle, Dewayne Engle and Shaun Sturgill.

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

NATALIE MARIE GILBERT

NATALIE MARIE GILBERT

NATALIE MARIE GILBERT

  

EOLIA, KY-Natalie Marie Gilbert, 63, went to be with the Lord on Monday May 31, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with 

cancer.

   She was born September 24, 1958 to Reba Mae (Burke) Blansit and the late Harold Blansit. She had a passion for cooking especially making candy for her loved ones. She worked for 14+ years for the Cumberland Gap Nursing Home.

   Natalie is preceded in death by her father, Harold Blansit and a son, Jason Michael Howerton.

  Survivors include her husband of nearly 23 years, Mitchell “Mickey” Gilbert; her mother, Reba Mae Blansit; a daughter, Karen Melissa 

Howerton; two sons, Andy Gilbert and Allen Gilbert; four grandsons, Scotty Banks, Joey Asher, Cameron Howerton and Jake Howerton; a granddaughter Jocelyn Asher: two sisters, Vickie (Doug) Inman and

Linda (Jesse) Simpson; two brothers, Jeff (Sharon) Blansit and Mark 

Blansit; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

   Special family and friends include Kay (Terry) Trent, Terry 

(Sharon) Trent II, Andy (Jennifer) Trent, Eve Trent and children, 

Dana (Jimmy) Hubbard, Ruby Maggard, Sylvan Maggard, Leigha 

Howerton and Jim (Nellie) Cox; and a host of friends and loved 

ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday June 3, 

2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jimmy 

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

until time of services. 

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Natalie Marie Gilbert.

KENNETH GENE STURGILL

NATALIE MARIE GILBERT

NATALIE MARIE GILBERT

   Kenneth Gene Sturgill of Pound Virginia went to be with the lord on May 28, 2022. He was a true man of God. His faith was Jesus Christ his Lord and Savior. He was a coal miner for 48 years with Scotia Coal Company and Cumberland River. In 1976 he was on the rescue team of the Scotia Mine explosion. Kenneth loved working puzzle books, gardening and fishing. He treasured the time he spent with his kids and grandkids, and loved family get togethers. Kenneth was a humble and easy going man, he loved his Lord and his family.

  He was married to his loving wife for 57 years Ruby Gail Sturgill. His children: Melinda Yeary and husband Ray of Wise, VA, Kenneth “Marty” Sturgill and wife Pam of Eolia, KY, Rhonda Sturgill of Norton, VA, Heather Sturgill of Virginia, Mandy Worrell and husband Bill of Lebanon, VA; his  grandchildren: Kayla Grills and husband Steven of Wise, VA, Timothy Sturgill of Eolia, KY, Hannah Herrin and husband Andrew of Surgoinsville, TN, Isaac Worrell of Lebanon, VA, great-grandchild Keaton Grills of Wise, VA; brothers Roger Sturgill and wife Teresa of Pound, VA; sisters; Katie Maggard and husband Wayne of TN and Nancy Taylor and husband Coy of Pound, VA. 

  Kenneth was preceded in death by his father Troy Sturgill, mother Alice (Rutherford) Sturgill; sisters Annie Blizzard, Betty Jo Maggard, Julie Cantrell, Fannie Cantrell and Joyce Taylor; brothers Ulis Sturgill and Clyde Sturgill.

  Funeral Services will be held 1:00 pm Friday, June 3, 2022, 

in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ray Yeary

officiating. Family will receive friends from 11:00 am until 

time of services. 

  Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery on Hale Gap Road 

in Pound, VA where Ray Yeary, Bill Worrell, Mark Newsome, Steven Grills, Isaac Worrell, Andrew Herrin, Marty Sturgill and Jeff Lawson 

will serve as pallbearers.

  The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Norton Community Hospital.

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

VERNON HUGHIE ARNOLD

PATRICIA CAROL STURGILL

PATRICIA CAROL STURGILL

WISE, VA – Vernon Hughie Arnold, 77, entered into eternal life Tuesday May 24, 2022 from his residence in Wise, VA. He 

was surrounded by his loving family.

   Vernon was of the Christian faith. He was a veteran of the United States Army where he served as a medic. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 243 in Norton, VA. He loved his God, his family and his country. Vernon loved to carve and whittle. He loved the outdoors and took time to enjoy nature.

He could name almost every type of tree as soon as he saw it. He enjoyed fishing, watching television and spending time with his family and friends..

  Vernon was preceded in death by his parents Boyd and Kotella (Adkins) Arnold; his wife Judy (Rose) Arnold; his step-sons 

Vernon and Ricky Rose; a sister Francis Hutchinson; and a brother Arthur Arnold.

   Survivors include his longtime companion and best friend Darlene Roberts-Wise, VA; daughters Sherry Miller-Cleveland, TN and Jennifer Woods-Wise, VA; sons Jimmy Dean Arnold-Sommerset, KY and Patrick Wood-Des Moines, IA; grandchildren Sean Woods, Mark Rose and 12 others; 6 great-grandchildren; sisters Hassie Hale-Darwin, VA, Dorothy Gliem -Iowa, Shirley 

Ratliff-South Carolina, Retha Harding-Des Moines, IA and Barbara Mickles-Iowa; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

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

   In lieu of flowers please a donation to the charity of your choice in his honor.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Vernon Hughie Arnold.

PATRICIA CAROL STURGILL

PATRICIA CAROL STURGILL

PATRICIA CAROL STURGILL

  POUND, VA – Patricia Carol Sturgill, 77, passed away peacefully Tuesday May 24, 2022 at the Pikeville Medical Center. Her loving family was by her side.

  Pat was of the Lutheran faith and a member of the Moose Lodge. She was born and raised in Maryland and spent a lot of her life there. Pat worked for many years at a boot factory and for many years at a clothing factory. She had lived in Pound for the last several years. Pat loved bluegrass music, She loved to dance and going to bluegrass festivals. She loved playing Bingo and having a good time wither family and friends Pat enjoyed taking care of her family and just setting on porch with Leroy.

  Pat was preceded in death by her parents Thomas Edward Hinton and Ruth Geneva (Sheeler) Hinton and her siblings.

  Survivors include her longtime companion Leroy Sturgill-Pound, VA; her children Laura Sturgill and husband David-Pound, VA, Dana Marie Smith and husband Chris-Aberdeen, MD and Lloyd D. Phillips III and wife Becky-Aberdeen, MD; her grandchildren David Sturgill-Pound, VA and Ashley Nicole Sturgill and Grace Bolling-Appalachia, VA, Skyler Batchelor and Aaron Beverly; great-grandchildren Lacy Nelson, Liam Nelson and Jaxon Hicks; her nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday May 27, 2022 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 Saturday May 28, 2022 at the Sturgill Cemetery on Pine Spur Road-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

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

KENNITH “RAY” ADAMS

PATRICIA CAROL STURGILL

CAROLYN SUE HILL BLEVINS

  EOLIA, KY- Ray, 58, entered eternal rest Monday, May 23, 2022, from the Pikeville Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was a retired coal miner after working hard for many years. Ray was a faithful member of the Millstone Primitive Baptist church, where he served as a deacon. 

  The most important thing to him was the well-being of his entire family. He was always there with a giving heart making sure everyone's needs were met, expecting nothing in return. He loved spending time with his family, fishing, camping, and golfing. He also enjoyed riding the side by side, old cars, and watching the news to keep up with current events. He was very competitive, always up for a good game of cornhole, a heated game of rook, and trying his luck on a scratch off ticket. 

  Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Tommy and Jean (Caudill) Adams. Brothers, George Blair and Garry Adams.

  Survivors include his loving wife Joanna Adams, sons; Justin Adams and wife Kristin of Eolia, Ky, Jerrid Adams and wife Kearsten of Pound, VA, Rusty Adams and wife Kendra of Eolia, Ky, and Willie Adams, of Eolia, Ky. Brothers; Bud Adams (Jewell) and Trillis Adams (Denia), all of Eolia, Ky. Sisters; Connie Adams and Kathy Adams both of Pound, Va. Bonnie Hampton and Kim (Corbin) Hampton, of Eolia, Ky. Sister in law; Mert Adams of Eolia, Ky. And his sweet grandchildren who always put a smile on his face; Maverick, Chloe, Addie, Zoe, Oaklynn, and Shelby, and we cannot leave out his special dog sparky, who was always by his side. 

  Ray worked hard, loved hard, and fought hard until the very end. He and God both knew it was time for him to rest. God had mercy. 

  Funeral Services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday May 25, 2022, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder David Gambill, Elder Jeff Dotson, and Elder Jeremy Jacob officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. 

  Graveside services will be held at 12:00 pm Thursday May 26, 2022, at the Adams Cemetery on Roberts Branch- Eolia, KY where family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 11:00am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Kennith Ray Adams.

CAROLYN SUE HILL BLEVINS

CAROLYN SUE HILL BLEVINS

CAROLYN SUE HILL BLEVINS

CLINTWOOD, VA – Carolyn Sue Hill Blevins, 62, entered Peacefully into eternity Wednesday May 11, 2022 from her 

residence. Her long time companion Allen was with her.

  Carolyn was a Christian of the Full Gospel Baptist faith. She was a former hairdresser and carpenter’s helper. Carolyn believed 

in working to provide a living for yourself and your family. She enjoyed writing and was an avid reader, she especially enjoyed 

Gospel inspirational material. Carolyn loved music, she even played the guitar. Her favorite type of music now was contemporary Christian music. Carolyn appreciated life and enjoyed the simple 

things like quiet mornings, colorful sunsets and spending time with people you love. 

  Carolyn was preceded in death by her father Kermit Ray Elkins and her parents Judy Betty Blevins and Kenneth Blevins; 

  Survivors include her long time companion Allen Ray Blevins-Clintwood, VA; sister Brenda Bush and husband Clarence-Pound, 

VA, Stella Harvey and husband Rodney-Palmyra, VA, Judy Ginger and husband George-Spotsylvania, VA, Lisa Elkins-Kentucky, Raylin Fleming-Clintwood, VA and Amelia Mullins-Clintwood, VA brothers Eugene Blevins and wife Viola-Jonesborough, TN Roger Blevins-Wise, VA, Harold (Hank) Blevins-Clintwood, VA, and Larry Blevins and wife Vanessa-Big Stone Gap, VA; a son Kenneth Chambers and wife Lisa-Colleen, TX; 2 grandchildren Alex Chambers and Briana Chambers; several nieces, nephews 

and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Private funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Friday 

May 13, 2022 in the Baker funeral Home Chapel with Reverend 

Randy Carter officiating.

Burial will follow in the Phipps Memorial Cemetery in 

Clintwood, VA where family members and friends will serve 

as pallbearers.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Carolyn Sue Hill Blevins

DANNIE SLONE

CAROLYN SUE HILL BLEVINS

PALMER MARION VANHUSS

  JENKINS, KY – Dannie Slone, 60, passed peacefully into eternity

Tuesday May 3, 2022 from his residence. He was surrounded by his 

loving family. 

   Dannie was born March 21, 1962 in Whitesburg, KY. He was a Christian and attended Pentacostal churches in the area.

He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.        Dannie enjoyed fishing, putting model cars together, collecting model cars and was an avid U K Wildcat basketball fan. He treasured the time he spent with his family, especially his grandkids.

   Dannie was preceded in death by his parents Orville Baker and Eddis (Estep) Slone, sisters Rita Smith and Donna Brown; a brother Scotty Baker and step-daughter Tammy Webb.

   Survivors include his daughters Tasha Hall and husband Danny-Jenkins, KY and Kristy Duty and husband Donald-Jenkins, KY;

step-daughter Joni Brown-Cowen, KY; a; step son Harold Webb- Mayking, KY; brothers Herbie Slone, Idaho and Jeff Baker and wife 

Karen-Sandlick, KY; grandchildren Kevin Hall, Megan Hall, Darren Duty, Christopher Brown, Ashley Stanley, and Tamara Webb; great-granchildren Drake Stanley, Ryker Stanley, Alexis Hamilton, and Shane Hamilton; several nieces, nephews and cousins; a host of friends and loved ones ; and his pets Dum Dum, Gomer and Special K.

  Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 PM Thursday, May 5, 2022 at the Church of God Of Prophecy-Burdine, KY with Reverend Danny Quillen officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted 11:00 AM Friday, May 6, 2022 at the John Bentley Cemetery- Deane, KY where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the church by 10:30 for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

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

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

PALMER MARION VANHUSS

CAROLYN SUE HILL BLEVINS

PALMER MARION VANHUSS

  

POUND, VA- Palmer VanHuss, 88, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday April 27, 2022 at his residence.

   Palmer  was born on December 12, 1933 in Rose Hill VA to his parents the late Roy C. and Pauline (Parsons) VanHuss. Palmer was a devoted Christian and attended Hope Freewill Baptist Church. He was a loyal husband for nearly 71 years and a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and son. He was a heavy equipment operator on a several strip jobs for approximately 50 years. He enjoyed working and just piddling with things… like lawnmowers and weedeaters, Palmer was always into something… just ask Bea. But what he loved the most was going to church and the time he spent with his family.

   Along with his parents, Palmer is preceded in death by his brothers, Earl VanHuss, Coy VanHuss, Roger Kyle VanHuss and Daniel VanHuss; daughter-in-law Jackie VanHuss; and brother-in law, Chester Collier.

   Survivors include his wife of nearly 71 years, Beatrice “Bea” (Hensley) VanHuss-Pound, VA; daughter, Brenda Faye Brock 

and husband Jimmy- Eolia, KY; sons, Robert VanHuss-Pound, VA and Eugene VanHuss and wife Missy-Pound, VA ; grandchildren, Bobbi Leigh Van Huss-Pound,VA, Brandon VanHuss and wife Penny-Mt Carmel, TN, Craig VanHuss and wife Sharon-Pound, VA,; Katie VanHuss and companion Tom Jacobs-Pound, VA, Kane VanHuss and wife Randee-Pound, VA, Tessa Lovern and husband Roland-Wise, VA; great grandchildren Emma 

VanHuss, Sarah VanHuss, Isabella VanHuss , Abbigail VanHuss, Lillyanne Branson, Aubree VanHuss, Christopher Branson and Kase VanHuss; sisters, LaWanda Collier-South Carolina and  Rosa Triplett and husband Larry- Pound, VA; a brother, Roy C. VanHuss and wife Allie-Pound, VA.; sisters-

in-law, Faye VanHuss- Pound, VA and JoAnn VanHuss-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his church family and many 

friends and loved ones.

Celebration of Life services will be conducted 7:00 pm Saturday April 30, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend 

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

   Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Sunday May 1, 2022 at Dewey Memorial Cemetery- Pound, VA where Craig VanHuss, Brandon VanHuss, Kane VanHuss, Tony VanHuss, Dakota VanHuss and Tom Jacobs will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the 

funeral home by 12:00 noon for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

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

BONNIE JEAN MEADE

BONNIE JEAN MEADE

BONNIE JEAN MEADE

  

POUND, VA- Bonnie Jean Meade, 75, entered into her eternal home Tuesday April 26, 2022 from her residence.

  Bonnie was a born again Christian and attended Ferbie Chapel Church in Pound, VA. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, 

great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Bonnie loved her grand-babies and great-grandbabies like no other. She loved people and having her family around her as much as possible. Bonnie loved her flowers and houseplants and taking care of them. She was an avid reader and a huge Days of Our Lives fan. She loved to cook, especially for family get togethers. Her smile and sweet disposition will truly be missed. 

   Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband Watson Meade; her parents Creed Carico and Edith (Couch) Powers; her sisters Alma Carico, Martha Carico and Nona (Powers) Gardner; and her brothers 

Kenneth Carico, Ulis Carico and Teddy Powers.  

   Survivors include her daughters, Pam Dotson and husband Dwayne- Pound, VA, Rhonda Day and husband Mike Sooth-Newport News, VA and Sherry Davis and husband John-Clintwood, VA; her sons, Jason 

Wamsley and wife Heather-Norton, VA, Calvin Meade-Colorado Springs, CO and Matt Meade and wife Christina-Wise, VA; grand-

children, Susannah Wells (Ricky), Zack Dotson (Heather), Brad Dotson (Taylor), Mandy Cornett, Angel Wolfe, Ronnie Wolfe, 

Noah Wolfe, Tristan Wamsley, Phoenix Wamsley, Willow Wamsley,  Brynleigh Meade and Mikyla Sooth.; great-grandchildren Aiden Wells, Remington Dotson, Raegan Dotson, Kenadi Dotson, Piper Dotson, Raighlyn Dotson, Ryder Dotson, Rhett Dotson, Hayden Tugwell, Micah Wolfe, Grayson Wolfe and Adeline Wolfe; her

sisters Vivian Myrenda Stallard-Pound, VA and Pat Strouth and husband Buck-Wise, VA; her brothers Ezra Powers and wife Felicia-

Pound, VA, Tim Powers and wife Katrina-Pound, VA and Bobby Powers-Pennsylvania; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; a 

special friend Betty Owens-Pound, VA; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  The family would like to give a sincere thank you to the Pound Rescue Squad and the staff of the Dickenson Community Hospital for their care and kindness. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday April 29, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mike 

Strouth 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 Saturday April 30, 2022 at the Meade Cemetery on Ferbie Chapel Road-

Pound, VA where Zack, Brad, Aiden, Tristan, Remington and Ricky will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet the funeral home by 10:00 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Bonnie Jean Meade.

ANNA LEE TAYLOR

BONNIE JEAN MEADE

BONNIE JEAN MEADE


POUND, VA – Anna Lee Taylor, 81, entered into eternity Sunday April 24, 2022 from Heritage Hall-Big Stone Gap, VA 

after an extended illness. 

   Ann was a Christian and a long standing member of the Indian Creek Freewill Baptist Church. Anna was well known for her 

work ethic, she worked for over 30 years at the Federated Shop in Pound, VA. She was always cleaning house, cooking or canning. 

Ann loved yard work, she mowed the grass, did the weedeating, worked in the garden and cared for her flowers. Ann regularly 

worked at the church, helping to clean or to decorate for whatever the occasion was. She enjoyed going to church and also going to 

yard sales. She will be greatly missed.

   Ann was preceded in death by her husband Billy Ray Taylor; her parents Earl Slemp, Sr. and Jessie (Yates) Slemp; her sisters Margaret Cantrell, Marie “Tick” Vanover, Leitta “Tiny” Hay; Betty Browning, Norma Cantrell, Faye Large and Jill Collier;

and a brother Earl Slemp, Jr.

   Survivors include her sisters Janie Meade-North Carolina, Patsy Baker and husband Arnold-Wise, VA, Sally Cantrell and 

husband Joel-Pound, VA, Judy Cantrell-Wytheville, VA and JoRobinson and husband Paul-Mooresburg, TN; a brother Jimmy

Slemp and wife Audrey-Pound, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Mary Collier, Sherry Mullins, Lena Browning, Phyllis Stapleton, Liz Mullins and Eleta Cantrell; her church family; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   The family would like to give a sincere thank you to the staff of Heritage Hall in Big Stone Gap, VA for their care and kindness.       Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday April 28, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy 

Belcher and Reverend Joel Cantrell officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until time of services.

Burial will follow in the Smith-Gilliam Cemetery on Camp Bethel Road in Wise, VA where family members and friends will 

serve as pallbearer 

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

DEBRA JOAN CARTER

BONNIE JEAN MEADE

PALMER RAY BALTHIS

  POUND, VA – Debra Joan Carter, 72, entered into her eternal home Sunday April 17, 2022 from Norton Community Hospital.

Her sons were by her side.  

   Joan was a born again Christian and a member for 40 years of Pyles Memorial Chapel in Pound, VA. She was a loving wife, 

mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Joan loved going to church and was active in church functions 

until she was no longer physically able. Joan loved to laugh and had a great sense of humor. She also enjoyed cooking and baking 

and was an avid reader. Joan enjoyed caring for older people and taking care of everyone. 

  Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Lillian (Dingus) Vanover; her sister Judy Rose; her brothers Jerry Vanover, Larry 

Vanover and William Dale Stallard; and her grandson Andrew Carter 

  Survivors include her husband Paul Carter-Pound, VA; her daughter Jessica Carter and fiancé Wesley Stanley-Pound, VA; her sons, Rodney Carter-Pound, VA and Reverend Randy Carter and wife Brittany Pound, VA; grandchildren Samantha Bevins and husband Justin-Pound, VA; Hannah Carter-Pound, VA, Brady Carter-Pound, VA, Charity Smith-Pound, VA, Hunter Smith-Pound, VA, Jeremy Carter and girlfriend Shirley Martin-Pound, VA, Timothy Carter-Pound, VA and Londyn Carter-Pound, VA; great grand-children Sophie Carter, Urijah Carter, Holden Carter, Quinn Deskins, Lincoln Bentley and Anniston Carter; her sister Carol Turner and husband Larry-Stockbridge, GA; her brother Doug Vanover and wife Geneva-Pound, VA; special sissies Emmajean Hubbard and Jeannetta Vanover; her neighbors; and her loving church family; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday April 19, 2022 at Pyles Memorial Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend Troy 

Belcher, Reverend Danny Mullins and Reverend Greg Cypers officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time 

of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday April 20, 2022 at the Vanover Family Cemetery where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the church by 10:00 am to for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   In lieu of flowers the family ask that you make donations to Baker Funeral Home for final funeral expenses.

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

Joan Carter.

PALMER RAY BALTHIS

PALMER RAY BALTHIS

PALMER RAY BALTHIS

POUND, VA – Palmer Ray Balthis, 81, peacefully entered into eternity Monday April 11, 2022 from his residence. He was 

surrounded by his loving family.

   Palmer was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a member of Pyles Memorial Chapel for over 38 years and he attended regularly until he was no longer physically able. Palmer was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, 

brother, uncle, friend and neighbor. He was known as the “Mayor of Bold Camp” and was well loved by his neighbors. Palmer was 

a retired coal miner with 40 + years of experience, 35 of those years was with Mullins Coal Company. He was a proud member of the United Mine Workers of America. Palmer enjoyed woodworking, 

caring for his fruit trees and working at the church. He loved his Chevrolet truck and was a Chevy Man through and through. He was 

an avid Dale Earnhardt fan and he also loved Johnny Cash. Palmer enjoyed watching westerns, especially The Lone Ranger. He also liked sitting on the porch and keeping an eye on the neighborhood. He especially loved the time he spent with his kids, grandkids and great-grandkids. 

   Palmer was preceded in death by his parents Curtis and Leonia (Vanover) Balthis; sisters Sue Ledin and Dorothy Farmer; and a

brother Walter Balthis.

   Survivors include his loving wife of nearly 60 years Pauline (Bevins) Balthis; his daughter Renay Hammonds and husband Robert-Gate City, VA; his sons Terry Balthis and wife Kathy-Norton, VA, Steve Balthis

and wife Rita-Pound, VA and Glen Balthis and wife Hope-Clintwood, VA; grandchildren Corey Balthis (Jessica), Nick Balthis (Julia), 

Brandon Balthis (Allison), Aaron Balthis, Jeremy Harrison, Heather Harrison, Kayle Balthis; Jordan Balthis (Hannah), Matthew Balthis (Jasmine) and Ashley Balthis; step-grandchildren Hunter Hammonds, Zack Hammonds and Jackson Blevins; great-grandchildren Lucas Balthis, Aubrey Balthis, Avery Balthis, Lydea Balthis, Alana Balthis, Sophia Balthis, Ellie Balthis and 3 more on the way; his sisters Janice Sturgill  and husband Carson-Gate City, VA, Gail Cantrell-Pound, VA and Rhonda Stidham and husband Mitchell-Pound, VA:  a brother Doug Balthis-Appalachia, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; his church family, his neighbors; special friend Gene Willard Vanover; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Michael Wheatley and staff and the staff of the Fresenius Dialysis Center in Norton. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday April 14, 2022, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy Belcher, Reverend Randy Carter and Reverend Gene Vanover officiating. 

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

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday April 15, 2022 at the Vanover Family Cemetery where grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am for a final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Palmer Ray Balthis.

DAMAR JAMES CLARK

PALMER RAY BALTHIS

DAMAR JAMES CLARK

  WISE, VA – Damar James Clark, 44, went to be in the hands of his Lord and Savior Sunday April 10, 2022.

  Damar was a born again Christian. He loved his Lord and he loved his family. He regularly read and studied his Bible. Damar was the 

owner/operator of the Kingdom Cut Barber Shop in Wise, VA where he loved cutting hair and loved socializing with his customers. He loved making and listening to music. Damar enjoyed traveling, especially going to the beach which he found so peaceful. But his greatest joy was spending time with his wife, his kids and his grandkids. 

  Damar was preceded in death by his mother Doris (Woodruff) Clark and his father-in-law David Gent.

  Survivors include his loving wife Chassidy Clark-Wise, VA; his daughters  Delaina Brooks-Wise, VA Destiny Clark-Louisville, KY,

Diamond Clark-Knoxville, TN, Dalisia Clark-Louisville, KY and Abigail Browning-Wise, VA; his sons Damar Clark, Jr.-Louisville, 

KY, Alec Gent-Wise, VA and Judah Clark-Wise, VA; grandchildren Tevin Webster, Neveah Brown, Navious Browm. Jeremiah Coleman 

and Audrey Browning; his father Stanley Clark-Louisville, KY: his sister Taneill Harris-Louisville, KY; brothers-in-law Jody Gent-Waverly, VA and Justin Gent-Norton, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; 

and a host of close friends and loved ones.           

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday April 15, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Reynolds officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. 

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday April 16, 2022 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 the funeral home by 10:00 am for a final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

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

WILLIE JEAN ADAMS

PALMER RAY BALTHIS

DAMAR JAMES CLARK

   EOLIA, KY – Willie Jean Adams (Granny Jean), 89, entered peacefully into eternity Friday April 8, 2022 from the Hazard ARH 

Regional Medical Center. Her loving family was by her side.

   Jean was of the Primitive Baptist faith and a long time member of the Millstone Primitive Baptist Church. Granny Jean loved 

going to church and taking care of her family. She enjoyed cooking, going camping, watching old westerns, Hallmark movies 

and Little House on the Prairie on TV, facebooking and sitting on 

the porch. She was a well dressed classy lady and was usually up for a weekly trip to Cato’s, her favorite store. She was the depiction of a strong willed and faithful woman, who was dedicated to God

and her family.   

   Wille Jean was preceded in death by her parents George and Cora (Stamper) Caudill; her husband of over 60 years Tommy 

Ray Adams; her sons Garry Adams and George Blair; her sisters Jessie Strunk and Geraldine Blair; and her brother Charlie Caudill.

   Survivors include her daughters Connie Adams-Pound, VA; Bonnie Hampton-Eolia, KY; Kim Hampton and husband Corbin-

Eolia, KY and Kathy Adams-Pound, VA; daughter-in-law Mary Adams-Eolia, Ky, her sons Ray Adams and wife Joanna-Eolia, 

KY, Bud Adams and wife Jewell-Eolia, KY, Trillas Adams and wife Denia-Eolia, KY; 18 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren; 

2 great-great-grandchildren; a sister Georgia Blair-Indiana; her church family; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday April 10, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Jeremy Jacobs and Elder David Gambille officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will conducted at 1:00 pm Monday April 11, 2022 at the Adams Cemetery on Roberts Branch-Eolia, KY where

grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 11:30 am for a final viewing and to 

prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Willie Jean Adams.

RONNIE LEE GARDNER

BILLY STEPHAN BEVERLY

RONNIE LEE GARDNER

  POUND, VA – Ronnie Lee Gardner, 73, peacefully entered into eternity Tuesday April 5, 2022 from Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN. His loving family was at his bedside.

   Ronnie was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend. Ronnie had worked as a car salesman for Johnson Chevrolet, Freedom Ford, Kiser 

Nissan and also working for 14 years at Walmart as the automotive department manager. In his earlier years he worked at the famous “Pound Hardware” and always said he loved being there. To sum it up… 

he was a jack of all trades. Ronnie enjoyed the outdoors, going hunting and fishing when he could. Now for those that knew him… he was a prankster and getting a joke on you would make his day, when you least 

expected it… he would throw a pack of firecrackers out to get a good laugh, but what Ronnie loved more than anything was his family and the time he spent with them, especially his grandchildren.    

   Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, Emerson and Dollie (Bowman) Gardner.

   Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Joyce (Lucas) Gardner- Pound, VA; his daughter, Tammy Gardner and companion Jeff Moore- Wise, VA; his son, Ronnie Gardner Jr. (Michele) - Pound, VA; 6 grandchildren, Chelsea Lindsey (Patrick) - Blaine, TN. Jordan Gardner- Wise, VA, Dalton Gardner- Pound. VA, Dillon Gardner- Pound, VA. Haeley Gardner- Pound, VA. and Katie McCarthy- Pound, VA; great grandson-Gunner Lindsey; sisters, Sharon Mullins- Norton, VA and Deborah Skeen- Pound, VA. several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved one to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

  Per Ronnie wishes he will be cremated and a Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday April 8, 2022 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 Ronnie Lee Gardner Sr.

GARY R. STALLARD

BILLY STEPHAN BEVERLY

RONNIE LEE GARDNER

  WISE, VA – Gary R. Stallard, 75, entered into eternity Saturday March 26, 2022 from the Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport,

TN after an extended illness. His son Shane was by his side.

  Gary was of the Christian faith, he attended Mt. Olive Freewill Baptist Church. He was a 1965 graduate of J. J. Kelly High School

where he was an all-state lineman on the football team. Gary was a loving husband and father and believed in providing for his family. He was one of the original employees of Paramont Coal Company and worked later for Humphreys Enterprises. Gary became a partner in JK&G Coal Company in 1974 along with his brothers Jack and

Kenneth. He and his wife Sue later founded Nut’s Grill in 1991. Gary was an avid outdoorsman, he loved fishing and hunting. He loved bluegrass music and enjoyed going to various music festivals. Gary was also a big Nascar Racing fan, especially Bill Elliott and then Chase Elliott.

  Gary was preceded in death by his parents R.D. Stallard, Jr. and Monica Ann (Mays) Stallard; his wife Sue (Skeen) Stallard; his son

Kevin R. Stallard; brothers Joe Ed Stallard, Jack L. Stallard and Kenneth L. Stallard; and his long time friend Oscar Rhoten.

  Survivors include his son Shane Stallard-Wise, VA; his sister Charlotte Cox and husband Jim-Baltimore, MD; his granddaughters Holli Stallard-Wise, VA and Lauren Stallard-Wise, VA; sister-in-law Judy King and husband David-Wise, VA; several nieces and nephews, special friends

Gilmer and Gwen Scott, Gary Mullins, Aaron Sturgill, Steve Brooks, and Shirley Brooks; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Private funeral services will be conducted Wednesday March 30, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel.

  Burial will follow in the Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Big Stone Gap, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Gary R. Stallard.

BILLY STEPHAN BEVERLY

BILLY STEPHAN BEVERLY

BILLY STEPHAN BEVERLY

 POUND, VA.- Billy Stephan Beverly, 63, went home to his eternal resting place on March 12, 2022 from Norton Community Hospital, Norton, VA. with his loving wife at his bedside.

  Billy was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a trucker for many years, driving local and cross country. He was known as Billy Bob by many, but his greatest name was Daddy and Pap. His grandkids were the light of his life and spending time with them was so special to him.

  Billy was greeted at Heaven’s Gates by his father, Estle Beverly and uncles Teddy, Kyle, Bernard and  Connie,  along with several aunts and his father-in-law and mother-in-law Parzada and Roy Boggs to welcome him home.

  Billy leaves to mourn and honor his memory his wife of 41 years, Gina (Boggs) Beverly-Pound, VA; sons, Billy Steven Beverly and wife Jenny-Pound, VA., and Aaron Stratton Beverly and companion Tabatha Hall-Pound, VA; grandsons, Aidan Cole Beverly and Damon Stephan Beverly; his mother, Myrtle Beverly-Pound, VA; a sister, Diana Martin and husband Burton- Pound, VA and Charlotte Beverly-Pound, VA; brother, Chris Beverly and wife Lesa- Nacogdoches, TX; along with several dearly loved nieces and nephews.

  The family would like to thank First Choice Home Health Home Care for taking care of Billy during his illness. A special thanks to all the doctors and nurses on the Covid Ward at Norton Community Hospital.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 noon Wednesday March 16, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Brian Beverly officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of services.

   Burial will follow in the Gilmer Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  Baker funeral Home- Pound, VA will be serving the family of Billy Stephan Beverly.

Rose Balthis

MARIA YVONNE SHORT

BILLY STEPHAN BEVERLY

    Rose Mary Vanover Balthis, 76 of Bean Station, TN, left her earthly home to join her heavenly Father on March 7, 2022 at Parkwest Medical Center, Knoxville, TN. Rose loved her family with all of her heart. She enjoyed cooking, fishing, working puzzles, reading and working in her flower gardens. Throughout her life she worked as a nurse’s aide, housekeeper, factory worker and homemaker.

  She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert & Iola (Noland) Vanover; sisters Anna Adkins, Gwendolyn Sturgill, Shirley Bevins, Devonia Autry and brother Ricky Vanover. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Gary Short, Sr.

  Left to mourn her passing is her husband of 33 years Harold Balthis, daughter Teresa Caudell (Bill), sons Gary Short, Jr. (Paula), Tony Balthis (Kristen), Tim Balthis (Fran) and Vic Balthis (Stefanie); sisters Pamela Meade (Danny), Jackie Balthis, Marsha Plaster, Robin Hollyfield (Mickey); brothers Gene Vanover, James Vanover (Rita), Jeff Vanover (Barbara); ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and one on the way, along with several nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters in-law. Pallbearers will be Gary Short, Jr., Josh Short, Bill Caudell, Tim Balthis, Vic Balthis and Hunter Balthis; honorary pallbearers will be Tony Balthis and Jeremy O’Quinn.

  Visitation will be at Baker Funeral Home, Pound VA from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 10, 2022 followed by the funeral service at 7:00 p.m. with Reverend Larry Mcanally officiating.   

   Graveside services will be on Friday, March 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Vanover family 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 Rose Mary Balthis 

GARY LYN STURGILL

MARIA YVONNE SHORT

MARIA YVONNE SHORT

  POUND, VA – Gary Lyn Sturgill, 53, passed from this life into his Heavenly home March 5, 2022. He was greeted by his father and mother Ed and Juanita (Dingus) Sturgill and a brother Joe Sturgill.

   Gary was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was employed by Lawson Builders. Gary was a talented carpenter who took great pride in his work. He enjoyed the outdoors, playing a gameof pool, working around the house and watching TV…some of his favorites being Gunsmoke and Andy Griffith. But what he 

loved doing the most was spending time with his family. His quick wit and mischievous smile will be missed by all who 

knew him.

   Gary was survived by his wife of 22 years Karen (Branham) Sturgill- Pound, VA; a daughter, Alyssa Brooke Sturgill and 

boyfriend Blake Hammonds-Pound, VA; brothers and sisters, Gene (Brenda) Sturgill, Dorothy Short, Ailene (Dennis) Everidge, Linda (James) Seals, Shirley Bailey, Betty (Joe) 

Sizemore, Kathy (Ronnie) Mefford, Eddie Wayne Sturgill (Tammy), Ronnie Sturgill, Teresa (Chuck) Hensley and Jeff Sturgill; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Thursday March 10, 2022 at Hamilton Chapel Church- Pound, VA with Reverend

Greg Cyphers and Reverend Mark Stallard officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm until time of services. Burial will follow in the Collins Cemetery (Mill Creek- Kiser Mtn. Road) Pound, VA., where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

   Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Gary Lyn Sturgill.

MARIA YVONNE SHORT

MARIA YVONNE SHORT

MARIA YVONNE SHORT

 GREENVILLE, VA – Maria Yvonne Short, 64, entered into eternity Friday March 4, 2022 from her residence. Her loving 

husband was by her side.

  Maria was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She loved her Lord and Savior and enjoyed going to church and listening to contemporary Christian music. Maria was a former florist and also worked for AT&T as a call assistant for the hearing impaired.

Maria was family focused and loved caring for and spending time with her family. She loved her pets. She was an avid reader and a 

history buff and also liked watching The History Channel. Maria enjoyed doing cross stitch and crocheting, and loved a good story, both hearing and telling them.

  Maria was preceded in death by her parents Sammie A. Meade and Iolene (Phipps) Meade; and a brother Stephen Meade.

  Survivors include her husband of 44 years Jerry Short-Greeenville, VA; her daughters Jennifer Short-Waynesboro, VA and Kimberly 

Pilkenton and husband David-Norton, VA; her sons Jacob Short and wife Cierra-Powhatan, VA and Eric Short and wife Ericka-

Chester, VA; grandchildren Kaliegh Short, Abigail Short, Nick Short, Dustin Pilkenton, Kelly Pilkenton and Wyatt Short; a sister 

Sharon Ann Weaver and husband Rick-Newport News, VA; a brother Gregory Meade and wife Sylvia-Greenville, VA; several 

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

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday March 8, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Wayne Hager 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 9, 2022 at the Ottis and Daphne Meade Cemetery-Pound, 

VA where family members 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.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Maria Yvonne Short.

GREGORY WAYNE OSBORNE

GREGORY WAYNE OSBORNE

GREGORY WAYNE OSBORNE

 VERO BEACH, FL - Gregory Wayne Osborne, 60, passed away Thursday February 17, 2022 at his residence.

  Greg was of the Episcopalian faith. He was raised in Coeburn, VA. Greg graduated Coeburn High School in 1980. He had lived in Florida for the last 28 years. Greg worked for Piper Aircraft for over 20 years as a maintenance inspector until his retirement in 2019.

  Greg loved living at the beach and long walks on the sand. He loved the ocean and the sunshine. Greg loved shopping, especially for clothes and shoes. Greg was very organized, he kept everything neatly in its place. He was an avid Cher fan. He loved her music.

  Greg was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Margie (Chaffin) Osborne; and an infant sister.

  Greg is survived by his brother Brian Osborne and wife Margaret-Pound, VA; a special niece Brianna Osborne-Louisville, KY; his former coworkers; his neighbors; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Memorial services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday March 3, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter and Pastor Hollis Bevins officiating.

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

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

VERNILA ELKINS KELLY

GREGORY WAYNE OSBORNE

GREGORY WAYNE OSBORNE

  POUND, VA – Vernila Elkins Kelly left the arms of her loving family to be in the presence of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday February 15, 2022.

  She was born in Pike County, Ky to the late James and Martha Cable Elkins. Vernila was married to the love of her life, Rusty Kelly, for 63 years and together raised their 

four daughters in Pound, VA. She devoted her entire life to her family and raised her girls to love Jesus.

  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter Angela Kelly May and all of her 18 siblings.

  Vernila is survived by her devoted husband Rusty Kelly; her daughters and sons in law Robin and Bob Leonard, Kim and Kevin Nicewonder and Tanya and Jaret Logan;

her grandchildren Luke (Mikaela) Logan, Tanner (Alexis) Logan, Martha Leonard, Nick Nicewonder and Carly Nicewonder; her great granddaughters Harper and Haedyn 

Logan; her sister-in-law Virginia Elkins; her brother-in-law Ira Maggard; her church family; and a host of friends and family.

  The family is grateful to her loving caregivers Nellie Boggs, Ann Collier and Rissa Raines.

  A final church service in her honor will be held at First Baptist Church of Pound, VA on Saturday February 19th at 6:00 pm. Visitation will be between 4:00 pm and the time of services. 

  Vernila will be laid to rest at 1:00 pm Sunday February 20,2022 at the Crouse Cemetery, Pound, VA where sons-in-law 

and grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends  are asked to meet at the cemetery.

  To know Vernila was to love her.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is entrusted with the care of Vernila Kelly and the Kelly family.

LARRY R. MEADE, SR

GREGORY WAYNE OSBORNE

LARRY R. MEADE, SR

  POUND, VA – Larry Meade, 78, passed into Glory Monday February 15, 2022 in the presence of his loving wife and granddaughter.

  Larry was of the Protestant faith. He was a kind and gentle man. Calm by nature and slow to upset. He was a civil service employee with 34 years of service as a cartographer with the department of 

defense. Larry loved the time he spent with his family whether it was fishing, hiking, bike riding, camping, cook outs or any other 

type of family get together, especially if there was eating involved. 

   Larry liked bluegrass, country and gospel music especially the Statler Brothers, the Oak Ridge Boys and Willie Nelson. His favorite song was "This World Is Not My Home" by Jim Reeves. Larry was an avid reader, one of his special skills was speed reading, he could read a large book in no time at all.  

  Larry was preceded in death by his parents Thurston and Belle (Fleming) Meade; a sister Wanda Sturgill, his brothers Harold 

Meade, Jerry Meade and Kenneth Meade; his grandson Cedric Thomas, Jr.; and his favorite pet Ginger.

  Survivors include his devoted wife of 57 years Sandy Meade; his son Larry Meade , Jr. and wife Jill-Manassas, VA; his daughter

Rhonda Pierce and husband Dwayne-Baileyton,  AL; adopted daughter Rhonda Thomas and husband Cedric-Bowie, MD; grandchildren Brittany Stilwell (Tyler), Karlie Meade, Chad Farris and Kristyn Crisler; great-grandchildren Lyric Pierce, David Lloyd, Genoma Crisler and Jerica Crisler; several nieces, nephews and cousins; life long friends Bob and Evelyn Anderson and Heidi Oestreicher; brother-in-law Steve Shortt and a host of other close family, friends and neighbors. 

    A celebration of life service will be held at 4:00 pm Sunday February 20, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home chapel. The family will receive friends from 3:00 pm until time of services.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Larry R. Meade. 

ANNA R. HUBBARD

EDWARD JOE MULLINS

LARRY R. MEADE, SR

  POUND, VA – Anna R. Hubbard, 77, passed away peacefully Sunday February 13, 2022 at Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN.  

  Anna was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. Anna was an owner/operator of a 7 Eleven 

convenience store for over 30 years. She had a knack for dealing with the customers on a daily basis. Anna enjoyed people and had

no trouble communicating with them. After retiring she enjoyed taking care of her home and her flowers. She liked to watch old 

westerns like Gunsmoke and Ponderosa. Anna and Leonard loved going to casinos and taking a chance with their luck. Next to 

Leonard her german shepherd Axle was her true love.      

 Anna was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Juanita Mullins, a sister Carol Fetts, and a brother Donald Wayne Mullins.

 Survivors include her husband of 25 years Leonard Hubbard-Pound, VA; a son Jerry Lester-King George, VA; sisters Pauletta

Withrow-Woodbridge, VA and Sharon Sesson-Virginia Beach, VA;a brother Larry Mullins-Fredericksburg, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.   

  As per Anna’s wishes she will be cremated and there will be no public services.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Anna R. Hubbard.

EDWARD JOE MULLINS

EDWARD JOE MULLINS

EDWARD JOE MULLINS

  NORTON, VA – Edward Joe Mullins, 87, gracefully entered into eternity Friday February 4, 2022 at Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN. He went to be reunited with his wife, his parents and other family members in the presence of the Lord.

  Edward Joe was a Christian of the Baptist faith, he attended Pyles Memorial Church. Edward Joe was a devoted husband, father, brother and friend. He enjoyed watching old TV shows, visiting with friends and family and talking about the good old days …and he had an excellent memory and could recall fine details, so it was hard to argue with him on facts of the matter. Edward loved family gatherings and dinners especially the desserts… he loved those sweets. Edward was a humble man and always had kind words to give to people. He will truly be missed by all that knew and loved  him.

  Edward Joe was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Shirley (Thacker) Mullins, his parents Woodrow Mullins and Stella (Short) Baker; children Diane Pettit, Rita Pettit and Randy Pettit; a sister Regenna Faye Adkins; and an infant sister Joanne.

  Survivors include daughters Abbie Blair and husband Donnie-Big Stone Gap, VA, Nancy Pettit-Wise, VA and Tabitha Polzin and husband Jeff-Manassas, VA ; his son Timothy Mullins-Sevierville, TN; his sisters Phyllis Baker and husband Clay-Pound, VA, Deborah Gibson and husband Freddy-Pound, VA, Wilma Vanover and husband Jerry-Pound, VA and Judy England and husband Bob-Pound, VA;12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; special life long friends the late Woodrow Adams and wife Irene Adams;  and a host of friends and loved ones. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday February 6, 2022 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 Monday February 7, 2022 at the Laurel Grove Cemetery- Norton, VA where family 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 Edward Joe Mullins.

NANCY ANN BOLLING

EDWARD JOE MULLINS

EDWARD JOE MULLINS

  WISE, VA- Nancy Ann Carter Bolling, 79, entered into her eternal rest on February 3, 2022 at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN with her husband and her sister by her side.

   Nancy was born March 17, 1942 (the fifth child) to the late Kedric C. Ruble Collins Carter in Wise, VA. Nancy was a tiny, 

sweet natured girl with a festy side and a wicked sense of humor which she used to entertain her entire family through the years.

  Nancy grew up in Wise, VA where she met her beloved husband, Norris Bolling. They married on June 24, 1961. Their son, Michael 

was born on September 21, 1962. Except for a time that they lived in Alexandria, VA. they have lived their lives in Wise, VA- most 

of it on Rocky Fork. Nancy lived for her family and she loved them dearly with Michael being her pride and joy. They were best friends. You could usually find the two of them with their heads together sharing a private moment or roaring with laughter. After graduating from high school, Michael moved to Northern VA where he worked 

and went to college, settling in Arlington, VA. Nancy loved gardening whether it was flowers or vegetables. She had lots of flowers growing in boxes on her deck and in her yard which she tended with love. She 

would can many vegetables she grew, and when Michael would come visit from Arlington, he was sure to return to Arlington with lots of home- canned vegetables from Nancy’s garden. She shared with other

family members and friends as well. She loved life and it showed in her daily living.

  Nancy was preceded death by her beloved son, Michael Bolling; her parents, Kedic C. and Ruble (Collins) Carter; an infant brother, 

Donnie Carter; brothers, Ray Carter and Danny Carter and a sister, Patty Hibbard.

  She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Norris Bolling- Wise, VA; a brother, Jerry Carter- Gate City, VA; a sister, Joy

O’Roark (David)- Johnson City, TN. And numerous nieces, nephews and cousins she loved dearly and who loved her dearly. 

  Nancy lived her life as a Steel Magnolia and enters heaven as a child of God. The strength of earth meets the strength of heaven.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Tuesday February 8, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Darrell Bolling officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services. 

  Burial will follow in the Hensley-Addington Cemetery (Rocky Fork Road) Wise, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

  Baker Funeral home is serving the family of Nancy Ann Bolling.


DEWEY EDWARD HENSLEY

DEWEY EDWARD HENSLEY

DEWEY EDWARD HENSLEY

  POUND, VA- Dewey Edward Hensley, 65, passed away Thursday February 3, 2022 from Johnson City Medical Center- 

Johnson City, TN.

  Dewey was of the Baptist faith. He was a heavy equipment operator, truck driver and crane operator for many years. Dewey 

enjoyed picking and pranking with people, he especially loved to aggravate Clancy. Dewey enjoyed fishing and just being 

outside in general. He always enjoyed a good cup of coffee and a cigarette.

  Dewey was preceded in death by his father Truman Hensley; his brother Sidney Hensley; and his brother-in-law Gary Garner.

  Survivors include his mother Lotus Vanover-Pound, VA; his sons Stephen Hensley and wife Angie-Denton, NC and Adam Hensley and wife Diane-Manilla, Philippines; grandchildren Stephen Hensley, Jr, Autumn Hensley, Patrick Hensley, Dante 

Hensley and Isis Hensley; a sister Geraldine Garner-Mt. Olive NC; brothers Clancy Hensley and wife Barbara-Kentucky, Patrick 

Hensley and wife Marsha-Madison, NC and Tim Mullins-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Bobby 

Rose, Ray Shortt, Sonny Shortt and Wedge Hodges; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday February 5, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy 

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

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Sunday February6, 2022 at the Shortt Cemetery on Cottonwood Road-Pound, VA 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 Dewey Hensley.

RANDALL A COX

DEWEY EDWARD HENSLEY

DEWEY EDWARD HENSLEY

  JENKINS, KY – Randall A. Cox, 53, passed from this life on Monday January 31, 2022 at his residence.

  Randall was a former employee of Wal Mart with over 25 years of service in the maintenance department. He was an avid gun collector, loved going fishing and watching pro and college sports. But what made him the happiest was the time he spent hanging out with his family

especially his children and grandchildren.

  Randall was preceded in death by his parents Milburn and Ruby (Tucker ) Cox; brothers, James Earl Cox and Eric Cox ;sisters, Brenda Sue Cox and Sulah Ann Cox.

Survivors include his sons William E. Cox-Florence, Ky and Randy A. Cox and wife Alexis- Williamstown, KY; grandchildren Evalynn Mae Cox, Kolbe Lee Allan Cox, Elaina Dawn Cox and one on the way, Kason

James Franklin Cox; his sister Evyonne Hall and husband Doug-Jenkins, KY; an aunt, Ada Baker- Wise, VA; special friend, Ricky Richardson-Jenkins, KY; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends

and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday February 4, 2022 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 follow at the Cox Cemetery (Alfred Cox Road)-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

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

MARTY BOGGS

DEWEY EDWARD HENSLEY

WALLACE MULLINS

  POUND, VA – Gilmer “Marty” Boggs, 53, entered peacefully into eternity Monday January 31, 2022 from his brother’s residence.

  Marty was reunited with his Lord, his Mommy and Daddy, a sister and infant brother to spend eternity together. Marty spent 53 years blessing the lives of his family and friends. Marty was one of a kind

and loved life. He had a unique sense of humor and loved to prank everyone. He liked the ladies and called them the “pretty dolls”. Marty loved to build shelves and he loved people. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was a life long 

collector of everything and loved bluegrass and gospel music. Marty touched the lives of everyone and will forever leave a lasting unconditional love for his family and friends.  

  Marty was preceded in death by his beloved parents Reverend Gilmer Edison Boggs and Elma Inez (Robinson) Boggs, a sister Elma Jean Meade, an infant brother, a nephews Joseph Boggs Jr., a niece Emily Mullins, and a great nephew Adam Miller.

  Survivors include his sisters Mary Powers-Pound, VA, Greta Mullins-Pound, VA and Karen Taylor and husband 

Jimmy-Pound, VA; brothers Denver Boggs and wife June-Pound, VA, Joe Boggs and wife Kaye-Bristol, VA and Leonard Boggs and wife 

Sandy-Pound, VA; 17 nieces and nephews; 25 great-nieces and nephew; 12 great-great nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday February 2, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Tom Slemp and Reverend Nolan Stanley officiating. The family will receive friends 

from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday February 3, 2022 at the Thomps Boggs Cemetery-Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Leonard Boggs, Jimmy Taylor, Denver Boggs and Joe Boggs. 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 asks that donations be made to the Pound Rescue Squad P O Box 711 Pound, VA 24279.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Gilmer “Marty” Boggs.    

WALLACE MULLINS

WALLACE MULLINS

WALLACE MULLINS

  POUND, VA-Wallace Mullins, 77, passed away peacefully Tuesday January 25, 2022 while surrounded by his loving family from Holston Valley Medical Center- Kingsport, TN.

  Wallace was a Christian of the Old Regular Baptist faith and was ready to be reunited with his mother, daddy, brothers and sisters. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and friend to everyone and was like a brother and father figure to so many. To know him was to love him. 

  Wallace worked 59 years at several surface mining companies throughout 

his life as a heavy equipment operator, foreman and superintendent and was 

well respected in the coal industry. He worked- retired- and worked again. He 

loved Bluegrass music and was one of the founding members of “Pickin in 

the Pound” on Thursday nights, was an avid Dale Earnhardt fan, enjoyed drag 

racing, loved ice cream and popsicles especially sharing them with his grandkids 

every chance he got. Wallace never went anywhere that he didn’t run into 

someone that he knew and would do anything for anybody. Wallace loved 

being with his family, especially his grandchildren and great- grandchildren. 

Wallace was a “Plain Old Country Boy” and was proud of it.

  Wallace was preceded in death by his parents, Arvil and Bessie Mullins, sisters, Cuba Ann Mullins, Geraldine Honaker, Erma Strouth and Raydell Cross; brothers, Turl Mullins, Douglas Mullins, Raleigh Mullins, Gaylon Mullins and Shelcy Mullins. He was the last of 10 children in that generation.

    Wallace leaves behind his loving wife of 47 years, Deborah Lynn Mullins- Pound, VA; daughters, Lindsey Tanner and husband Shawn- Floyd, VA and Thea Flanary and companion Shane Adams-Pound, VA; his son Wallace Mullins, Jr. and wife Tracey-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Ashley (Aaron) Mathis, Caleb (Lexie) Baker; Callie (Riley) Catto, Draper Tanner, Tristan Tanner, 

Wallace “Tre” Mullins III and Emilee Mullins; great- grandchildren, Remington 

Mathis, Ryeitt Mathis, Ridge Mathis, Ripp Mathis, Emersyn Warf, Killian Catto, 

Grey Catto, Juliette Catto and Asher Tanner; numerous special nieces, nephews 

and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday January 29, 2022 at the Fairview Old Regular Baptist Church- Pound, VA with Elder Willie Cantrell officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. Burial will follow at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery- Pound, VA where Wallace Mullins Jr., Tre Mullins, Draper Tanner, Caleb Baker, Aaron Mathis, Shawn Tanner, Shane Adams and Rondall Mullins will serve as pallbearers. Rodney Hollyfield, Mark Pilkenton, Tony Elkins, Dubree Mullins, Brian Osborne, Freddie Gibson, Greg Cross, Doug Mullins Jr. and Shelcy Mullins Jr. will serve as honorary pallbearers. 

  Evening services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday January 28, 2022 with Elder Jerry Damron and Reverend Randy Carter in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to the Pound 

Rescue Squad- P O Box 711, Pound, VA 24279

WILMA LEE BUSH

WALLACE MULLINS

SHERMAN MAGGARD

  THOMASVILLE, N.C.- Wilma Lee Bush,74, passed away Tuesday January 25, 2022 at her residence. Her loving family 

was by her bedside.

  Wilma was of the Christian faith. She operated her own general store for many years and also worked for RADA where she helped people get assistance in remodeling their homes. Arguing was her favorite pastime... (just ask any of her family). She enjoyed scrolling on Facebook and checking things out on Google… (just to prove she was always right). Wilma was avid reader, loved to do paint by numbers and working word puzzles. Wilma had a heart bigger than life, always wanting to help someone and always worried about others before herself. When it came to her family, that was her world and she loved them with everything she had.

  Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, Troy and Ethel (Stephens) Conley. 

  Survivors include her husband, Arthur (Art) Bush-Thomasville, NC: her daughters, Donna Mullins and husband Dubree-Pound, VA, Brenda Gardner and husband Danny-Big Stone Gap, VA., and Kirstina Bush-Wisconsin; sons, Steve Bowers and wife Kristal- Pound, VA., Larry Bowers-Clintwood, VA., Mike Atwell and wife Christy- Denton, NC and Isaac Dalton and wife Earlene-Winston-Salem, NC.: grandchildren, Allen Mullins, Andy Mullins, Dustin Belcher, Sam Belcher, Ryan Belcher, Christian Belcher, Shannon Collins, Adam Kiser, Hannah Bowers, Nikki Funk, Brittany Gibson, Braxton Stewart, Rebekah Stewart, Matthew Small, Tyler Small, Joshua Small, Tiffany Small, Isaac Dalton II, Logan Dalton and Sandora Dalton; numerous greatgrandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Connie Franks; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  A Celebration of Life services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday January 27, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday January 28, 2022 at the Bush Family Cemetery-Pound, VA where sons and grandsons 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 Wilma Lee Bush.

SHERMAN MAGGARD

WALLACE MULLINS

SHERMAN MAGGARD

  WISE, VA- Sherman Maggard, 55, peacefully departed this life Friday January 21, 2022 from Heritage Hall in Wise, VA.

  Sherman was a former carpenter, he was well rounded in his construction skills. Sherman was a good block and brick mason, 

really good at framing structures and at welding as well. Sherman enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. He was also an excellent roller skater. He truly enjoyed the time he spent with his family and friends.

  Sherman was preceded in death by his parents Curtis and Grace (Beverly) Maggard; sisters Betty Perry, Corena McCurry, Joyce 

Taylor and Sheila Perry; and brothers Hatler Maggard, Buster Maggard and Sam Maggard.

  Survivors include his sister Laura Brown-Texas, Hettie Allen-Florida, Sherry Oaks-Kentucky and Beulah Smallwood-Kentucky;

brothers Jimmy Maggard-Wise, VA and Jeff Maggard-Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and 

loved ones.

  As per Sherman’s wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no services.

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

JANIE CAROL ELLIS

JANIE CAROL ELLIS

JANIE CAROL ELLIS

  ARLINGTON, VA – Janie Carol Ellis, 80, gracefully entered into eternity Saturday January 8, 2022 from the Tysons Woods 

Assisted Living facility in Vienna , VA. 

  Janie was a devoted Christian. She loved her Lord. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Janie enjoyed hand crafts, especially making Christmas tree ornaments. She also 

enjoyed gardening and caring for her plants and flowers. She read the newspaper daily. But her greatest joy was the time she spent with her children and grandchildren.

  Janie was preceded in death by her parents Tollie and Ruby (Bowman) Addington; her husband Richard Ellis; and her brothers Bobby Addington and Kenneth Addington.

  Survivors include her sons Richard Lee Ellis and wife Laura-Arlington, VA and Kevin Lee Ellis and wife Crystal-Arlington, VA: grandchildren Sean Kenneth Ellis and Leia Ellis; a special friend Pearl Kissenberger-Fredericksburg, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday January 22, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Danny Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of services. Burial will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where Richard Ellis, Kevin Ellis, Roddy Addington, Isaiah Addington and Charlie Mullins will serve as pallbearers. 

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family Janie Carol Ellis 

VIOLET BRANHAM

JANIE CAROL ELLIS

JANIE CAROL ELLIS

 POUND, VA – Violet S. Branham, 83, entered gracefully into eternity Wednesday January 5, 2022 from Norton Community 

Hospital. Her loving family was by her side.

  Violet was a full gospel Christian. She loved her Lord greatly and enjoyed going to church and studying her Bible. She loved her family unconditionally. She was the matriarch of the family, everyone gathered at her house and she thoroughly enjoyed it. She was referred to as the “ Warrior of the Family” and would fight for any of them. Violet was the best mom in the world. She 

enjoyed cooking, canning sewing and quilting. Anything she could do for her family. She loved music and was a fantastic singer.

  Violet was preceded in death by her husband Jack Branham; her parents Arvil and Dollie (Mullins) Short; a son, Jackie Branham; sisters Kay Short, Loretta Fleming, Alberta Maggard and Sandra Short; brothers Eslin Short, Wade Short and Burnis Short.

  Survivors include her daughters Deidra Lynn Mullins (Stevie) and Charlotte Hall (Tim) both of Pound, VA; her sons Sam Branham,

Scotty Branham and Benjimin Branham all of Pound, VA and Jody Branham (Ladonna) of Warrenton, VA; grandchildren  Misti Robinson Stephanie Tompkins, Amanda Hale, Adam Mullins, Nicholas Mullins, 

Whitney Mullins, Tyler Hall, Cindy Branham, Andarra Jackson, Sarah Branham, Anna Cantrell, Bobo Polly, Lettieanne Boggs, Aubrey Boggs, Bailey Branham and Logan Branham; great-grandchildren Jacob, 

Makenzie, Ryleigh, Gracie, Isaiah, Christian, Emma, Hallie, Abigail, Hannah, Rebecca, Jeremiah, Maverick Everleigh, Ciara, Raven, Baby Hall, Leelan, Cruz, Benjiman, Ian, Kaylee, Gracie, Dakota, Harper, Gracian, Vincent, Brittany, Lakoya, Alex and Bella; great-great grandchild Marinith; sisters Anna Ruth Welch (Don), Eileen Mullins and Ella Gay Meade (James Micah) all of Pound, VA; brothers Johnny Short (Lola) -Castlewood, VA and daniel Short-Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday January 8, 2022 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Roger Clyde Mullins and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Sunday January 9, 2022 at the Arvil Short Cemetery-Pound, VA where Adam Mullins, 

Nicholas Mullins, Tyler Hall, Bailey Branham, Logan Branham and Bobo Polly will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to 

gather at the funeral home by 12 Noon to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Violet S. Branham.

ANGELA BOWMAN

JANIE CAROL ELLIS

JEFFERY SCOTT MULLINS

  POUND – Angela Bowman, 59, crossed peacefully into eternity Monday December 27, 2021 from Norton Community Hospital. Her loving family was by her side.

Angie was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Angie loved to play Bingo on her phone, watching Dog the Bounty Hunter and My 600lb Life on TV. But her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family. 

  Angie was preceded in death by her parents Reverend Emmitt and Janet Mullins; a sister Jennifer Mullins; and a brother Charles Mullins.

  Survivors include her loving husband and best friend of 34 1/2 years Rickie Bowman; daughters, Stacy Pennington (Nick) and Suzanne Adkins both of Pound, VA grandchildren, Korey Adkins, Ashley Adkins, 

Alexis Pennington, Lauren Pennington and Hannah Pennington; sisters, Robin Short ( Kelly) -Pound, VA, Donna Mullins (Trent)-Pound, VA, Stephany Mathias (David)- Pound, VA and Tammy Strange (Tim) – 

Wise, VA; special friend, Cheryl Skeens; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday December 30, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Danny Mullins 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 Friday December 31, 2021 at the Rufus Mullins Cemetery in Woodrow Hollow-Pound, VA where Danny Adkins, Nick Pennington, Shane Adams, Tim Strange David Mathias and Kelly Short 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 Angela D. “Angie” Bowman.

JEFFERY SCOTT MULLINS

JEFFERY SCOTT MULLINS

JEFFERY SCOTT MULLINS

   POUND, VAJeffery Scott Mullins, 52, passed away Saturday  December 25, 2021 from his home. His loving family was by his  bedside. 

   Jeff was of the Baptist faith. He was an equipment operator for  Barnette Construction for nearly 20 years and worked at the  sawmill for around 8 years. Jeff was an avid outdoorsman, going  hunting, fishing and four wheeling. He loved to shoot guns and  rebuild trucks with his friends. Always joking around and making  people laugh was something he especially liked to do. But what he  loved more than anything was the time he spent with his grandkids,  he loved to aggravate them and make them laugh. Family time and  gatherings was everything to him. 

   Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn Mack and Carol Sue (Marcum) Mullins. 

   Survivors include his wife, Diana (Adkins) Mullins-Pound, VA;  daughters, Jessica Holbrook and husband Joe- Whitesburg, KY,  

Katie Hayes and husband Michael- Big Stone Gap, VA and Kerri  Brace and husband Aaron-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Travis Holbrook,  Jeffery Mullins, Josh Holbrook, Kaleb Holbrook, Kristina Mullins,  Kyler Holbrook and Abel Holbrook; sisters, Sherry Dingus and  husband Billy- Pound, VA, Cora Mullins- Bristol, VA; brothers,  Glenn Mack Mullins Jr., Wayne Mullins and Lee Mullins all of Pound,  VA; hunting buddy and friend, John Paul Mullins; several nieces,  nephews and cousins; his furry companion, Creole “Creepy”;  granddogs, Zeus, Pudge, Duke, Pickle, Beef and Loaf; and a host of  

friends and loved ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday December 28, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Billy Hibbits officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of  

services.  

   Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00pm Wednesday December 29, 2021 at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery- Pound, VA where Travis  Holbrook, Josh Holbrook, Joe Holbrook, Aaron Brace, Jeffery Mullins,  

Mike Hayes and Kaleb Holbrook will serve as pallbearers. Family and  friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 12 noon to prepare to  go in procession to the cemetery.  

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

FAYNE MARTIN MULLINS

JEFFERY SCOTT MULLINS

FAYNE MARTIN MULLINS

POUND, VA – Fayne Martin Mullins, 67, entered into eternity Friday  

December 24, 2021 from the Dickenson Community Hospital – Clintwood,  

VA. His loving wife was by his side. 

 Fayne was a Christian and attended Pyles Memorial Church, Midway 

Church and Hamilton Chapel Church. He was a retired certified electrician  

working for VICC and Alpha Natural Resources. Fayne was a jack of all trades,  

he loved getting his metal detector out and going on treasure hunts especially  

with his grandson Mason He enjoyed the hunting adventures and dumpster  

diving and was very proud of some of the things he discovered and then  

refurbished. Fayne also enjoyed golfing, watching treasure hunting shows 

on TV and was known to be a fan of “you tube”. He loved to play Rook 

and was this years family tournament champion. But his greatest joy was  

being Mason’s Poppy and the time he spent with him. 

 Fayne was preceded in death by his father, Edward Worley Mullins;  

his son, Craig Martin Mullins and brother-in-law, Terry Hubbard.   

 Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years Robin (Jones) Mullins; his  

daughter Catrina Dawn Mullins- Bristol VA; his grandson, Mason Mullins-  

Edwards- Bristol VA; his mother Eileen (Hartley) Mullins-Pound, VA; sisters,  

Rosa Lee Mullins- Rogersville, TN; Sharon Hubbard-Pound, VA; Anita  

Cantrell and husband Rocky-Pound, VA and Lila Mullins-Blackwater, VA; 

several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Ralph Thomas, Mike  

Martin, Jeff Counts and Danny Bentley; and a host of friends and loved ones. 

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7 :00 pm Monday December 27, 

2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy Belcher,  

Reverend Burns Robinson and Reverend Greg Cyphers officiating. The  

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

   Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon Tuesday December 28,  

2021 at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA with Reverend Randy Carter  

officiating. Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers and are  

asked to meet at the 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 Fayne Martin  

Mullins. 

WEDFORD CRABTREE

JEFFERY SCOTT MULLINS

FAYNE MARTIN MULLINS

 WISE, VA – Wedford Crabtree, 75, entered peacefully into eternity 

Thursday December 23, 2021 from his residence. His loving wife was 

by his side.

  Wedford was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a former concrete 

factory worker and a former coal miner. He was a member of the Local 

Union No. 639 Washington, DC of the Teamsters Union and a Veteran 

of the United States Army. Wedford was a die hard Washington Redskin 

fan. He loved to watch his kids and grandkids when they played little 

league football. Wedford enjoyed hunting and fishing and just being 

outdoors. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandkids and 

great-grandkids.

  Wedford was preceded in death by his parents Grady and Nevada 

(Mullins) Crabtree; his sisters Joyce Mullins, Ruby Mullins, Geraldine 

Mullins, Hester Stallard and Virginia Cantrell; and his brothers Vernie 

Crabtree, John B. Crabtree and Beachel Crabtree.

  Survivors include the love of his life, his wife of 41 years Brenda 

(Hale) Crabtree;  his daughters Ronda Wolfe and husband Darrell-

South Boston, VA, Heather Parks and husband Billy-Pound, VA and

Nicki Watkins-Maryland; sons Brett Crabtree and wife Dreama-Wise, 

VA and Derrick Crabtree and fiancé Marcee-Wise, VA; 12 grand-

children; 7 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins, 

and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday December 26, 

2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ricky Mullins 

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

services. 

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

Crabtree.

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