Obituaries

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  WISE, VA – Hope Ann Maggard, 51, entered into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Thursday February 27, 2025 from Norton Community Hospital. She was surrounded by her loving family.

  Hope was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, sisters and aunt. She enjoyed watching TV shows of all kinds, she loved Harry Potter and Star Wars movies. Hope enjoyed playing board games 

like Aggravation and listening to country music and an occasional rap song. She was also a diehard Carolina Panthers fan. Hope was the love of Jimmy’s life. They were married for nearly 34 years and shared 

everything together, the good and the bad. She will be dearly missed.  

  Hope was preceded in death by her mother Susie Carol (Whitehouse Gibson; her grandparents Sydney and June Whitehouse; and her aunt Janice Maggard.

  Survivors include her loving husband Jimmy Maggard-Wise, VA; her sister Shanna Freeman Hall (Robert)-Wise, VA; her brother Jody Gibson and companion Sheila-Norton, VA; her father, TJ Swiney- Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; 

and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday March 2,2025 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ricky Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services.

Graveside services and burial will follow in the Dotson Cemetery on Highland Avenue-Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

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

 The staff of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extends our sincere sympathies to the family 

of Hope Ann Maggard.

  POUND, VA/VIRGIE, KY- Richard Charles Varner, 55, passed away peacefully Monday February 24, 2025, at Pikeville Medical Center. He was surrounded by his loving family.

  Richard was of the Christian faith. He was a retired coal miner with nearly 35 years experience. Richard believed in working to provide for his family. He loved mining coal. Richard was a history buff, especially anything to do with the military. He loved going to military museums, visiting battleships, old battlegrounds and viewing all types of military equipment. He had lots of die cast models of military and coal mining equipment. Richard also loved a good dip of Skoal and just spending time at home with his loved ones. He especially enjoyed the time he shared with his grandkids.

  Richard was preceded in death by his parents Don and Judy (Roberts) 

Varner. 

  Survivors include his children Bethany Varner and companion Clinton Frazier-Pound, VA and Aaron Varner and fiancé Jacinda Jones-Pound, VA; his wife and mother of his children Michelle Caudill Varner Pound, VA; his significant other Vickie Hopkins-Virgie, KY; his grandchildren Jackson Varner, Jacob Mullins, Channing Mullins, Paisleigh Mullins, Addison Day 

and Hudson Frazier; his brothers Eddie Varner and wife Rhonda-Pound, VA 

and Robert Varner and wife Pat-Atlanta, GA; a niece Brittany Varner Rose, nephews Tyler Varner, Robert Varner and William Varner; several cousins; special friends Mike Hall and Randy Caudill; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Memorial services will be held at a later date.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Richard Charles Varner.

  Herbert Jackson “Jack” Bentley was born on March 24, 1934 in Pound, Virginia and passed away February 21, 2025 at his home in Pound. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred “Millie” Bentley; parents, Benjamin and Martha (Cantrell) Bentley; brothers, Clifford Bentley, Harold Bentley, Doug Bentley, and Lloyd Bentley; and sisters, Beulah Honto, Jeanette Cvetnich, Reabul Bentley, and Margie Schoenwald. Jack is survived by his son, Jeremy Bentley of Pound.
 While he went by “Jack”, most people around Pound and the neighboring towns knew him as the “Candyman.” Wherever he went–out to eat with Millie and Jeremy, taking Millie shopping, to doctors’ appointments and the cancer center–Candyman carried with him a giant bucket filled with assorted candies and treats that he handed out with a smile of encouragement to anyone who was lucky enough to cross his path. His reputation preceded him and people were always excited to see the Candyman coming. He brightened the days of countless people with his friendliness, generosity, positivity…and piece of chocolate or bubble gum!
 After high school, Jack joined the service and was a SSgt in the United States Air Force for four years. Stationed out of March Air Force Base in Riverside, California, he was a Crew Chief for the 22nd Air Refueling Squadron. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. In addition to serving his country during his time in the Air Force, he also served his country and his community in his later years as a member of the Pound VFW where he took pride in honoring other veterans and their families.
 After the service, Jack attended college at Clinch Valley College and, ever on a quest for knowledge, attended graduate school where he received his Master’s of Arts degree in English Literature. He brought his love of learning home with him and began teaching at Pound High School where he spent his career, serving as a teacher, baseball coach, and bus driver.
 Jack made an impression on countless students’ lives. Perhaps none so much as the players he coached in baseball. Jack loved being a coach and working with the players and was very proud of them. He coached the Pound Wildcats from 1967-1989. His players are quick to praise Jack for always being there for the team, even taking money from his own pocket to purchase the team’s first uniforms, driving the team bus, and coordinating the maintenance of the field. Jack loved Pound Baseball. He coached the 1970 and 1971 Lonesome Pine District Champions, and the 1971 Region D runners-up.
 When Jack wasn’t teaching or coaching, he was probably bowling! Jack and Millie were avid bowlers for years and enjoyed all the people they met during their time on bowling leagues. But Jack wasn’t just any bowler–in 1994 he bowled a perfect 300 game, an unbelievably difficult feat that requires great skill and determination. They even gave him a bowling pin from the game to keep as a trophy, and he displayed it at his house for all to see.  Jack was very proud of this accomplishment and so were all his bowling friends!
 His friends and family were very important to Jack, and you could find many of them over the years taking a dip in his swimming pool that he gladly let all his family, particularly his young nieces and nephews, come and play in every summer. Many fun times were had at Jack, Millie, and Jeremy’s pool.
 When you were there, you might get to take a peak at another of Jack’s prized possessions–his 1934 Chevrolet Coupe. The car has been in the family for 68 years and Jack considered it more than just a car, he considered it a member of the family. Amazingly, the date on the engine is March 30, 1934…six days after Jack was born. He fully restored the car, with the help of family and friends, after the 1977 flood and cherished it as a piece of history.
 Jack loved his family very much, most of all he loved Millie and Jeremy. You very infrequently saw one without the others. They loved going out to restaurants and drove all over the place trying new ones. Wherever they went, they became quick friends with everyone who worked there and the service staff would always enjoy seeing Millie, Jeremy, and the Candyman come in for lunch.
 The family would like to thank Jack’s special caregivers and friends: Vicky Stanley, Edith King, Drema Stanley, Ballad Hospice, as well as Karen and Jimmy Taylor, Brenda Brock, and Kevin and Melissa Hamilton, Frances Williams, and Les Stallard.
 Visitation will be held Monday, February 24, 2025 from 5:00-7:00pm with the funeral to follow at 7:00pm at Baker Funeral Home in Pound with Pastor Alan Sanders officiating. 

  Graveside Services will be Tuesday, February 25 at 11:00am at Bentley Cemetery. Pallbearers are Jeron Stidham, Brad Cvetnich, Nick Pilkenton, and Steve Countiss. Honorary pallbearers include Les Stallard and Jimmy Taylor. Pound VFW Post 9600 will perform military honors. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Pound Rescue Squad or Calvary Baptist Church. 

  The at staff Baker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and extends our sincere sympathies to the family of Herbert Jackson "Jack" Bentley.

Robert Kenneth (Poo) England, 85 of Pound, Virginia passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025.  

  Bob was born at home in 1939 in Jenkins, Kentucky to the late Walter and Evelyn England.  His childhood was rife with stories of adventures and mischief with his brothers and sisters.  He graduated from Jenkins High School in 1957 where he was a standout football star for an accomplished championship team.  After high school, Bob spent several years serving our country in the U.S. Military and was involved in the Bay of Pig crisis in Cuba.  Upon returning home from the military, he met the love of his life, Judy, and started a family he was fiercely devoted to.
 Bob was accomplished at several trades: construction, home building, logging, mining, and most recently contract engineering.  He was a construction superintendent for most of Virginia’s new prisons, including Red Onion and Wallens Ridge State Prisons and the Southwest Regional Jail Authority, just to name a few.  He was a staple around the prison system where he always had a fresh idea, a kind word for the employees, and a big smile for everyone he met.
In his free time, he could be found playing golf with his wife, kids and grandkids, and his regular golfing buddies.  He was happiest being outside and spending time with people he loved the most.  Bob was a 50-year member of Elkhorn Country Club/Raven Rock Golf Course, and he was most recently named an Honorary Member of Lonesome Pine Country Club, where he had been a member since 2017.
 Bob is proceeded in death by his parents, Walter and Evelyn England; brother John Jack England, sisters Eva (Topsy) Wyatt, Linda Carnes, Iva Cable; and grandson Nick England.  

  Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Judy England; daughter Sandy (Jimmy) Crawford; sons Robert (Jennifer) England and Chris (Trish) England;  brother Ernie England;  grandkids Jade Akers, Daniel (Sophie) England, Aidan England, Sidney (Levi) Cress, Jack England; great-granddaughter Bella Niece, great-grandsons Grayson Cook and Colt Cress, great-grandbaby England coming in June;  a host of nephews and nieces, and special son Brad Branham.
 Special thanks to the nurses and staff of the Veterans Administration, Norton Community Hospital, Pound Rescue Squad, MEOC, and local home health - who all provided the highest quality of help when we needed it the most.
 The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 23rd from 5-7pm at Baker Funeral Home, services to follow led by the Rev. Randy Carter.  

   Entombment will be on Monday, February 24, at 11am at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 9:45 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.  

   In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Bob’s name to the Pound Rescue Squad at P O Box 711 Pound, VA 24279.

 The staff at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sincere sympathies to the family of Robert Kenneth England.

  EOLIA, KY-Brett Shane Bowman, 54, passed from this life Saturday February 15, 2025.

  Brett was born October 26, 1970, to Randel Bowman and the late Norma Jean (Sturgill) Bowman in Chicago, IL. He was of the Christian Faith. He was a former coal miner and logger. He loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hiking and just exploring in the 

woods. Brett was a great carpenter, he cut his own timber, had his own sawmill cut the logs and wood to build his log cabin, 

which he was so proud of. He was a mechanic, woodworker, carpenter and a jack of all trades and a wheeler and dealer. He was always looking to make a trade. He was gun rights activist and a member of the NRA. Brett was always there to help anyone he could. He was a loving father, but his proudest accomplishment was being a “Poppaw” His grandkids were his pride and joy, especially Cameron.  

  Brett was preceded in death by his mother Norma Jean (Sturgill) Bowman; maternal grandparents, Baxter (Jack) and Mary Sturgill; 

paternal grandparents, Essie and Ava Bowman.

  Survivors include his daughter, Heaven Bowman (Jonathan)- Eolia, KY; a son Dustyn Bowman-Neon, KY and Hunter Rains-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Cameron Mullins, Kamille Mullins, Journey Bowman and Arianna Bowman; Fiancé Chasity Adkins-Eolia, KY; a sister Melina Bowman (Tim Vanover))-Pound, VA; his father Randel Bowman-Norton, VA; Anna Bowman Breeding mother of his children-Neon, KY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles; a host of friends to mourn his passing. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday February 18, 2025, 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 February 19, 2025, at Mt. Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  In lieu of flowers the family asks that donation begiven to Baker Funeral Home for funeral expenses.

  The staff at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Brett Shane Bowman. 

  RUTLEDGE, TN – Victoria Gail Mullins, 71, our beloved “Gail Storm”, swept through life with a force of love, faith and unstoppable spirit.

  She took every trial, every challenge and every hardship head-on, transforming pain into purpose and struggle into strength. To open your heart to love is to prepare it for pain, and she did both without hesitation. She loved fiercely, recklessly and without boundaries, leaving no one untouched by her warmth.

   Gail was the heartbeat of our family, the glue that held us together when life tried to pull us apart. She carried an unshakeable faith in Jesus, sharing his love with everyone she met. Fear and doubt had no place where she stood-she embraced people fully, disarming even the heaviest hearts with her joy, her laughter and her unwavering 

kindness. Social anxiety never stood a chance against her radiant spirit. She lit up every room she walked into, turning ordinary moments into unforgettable memories. Her creativity, grace and ability to love through pain made her truly one of a kind. She gave all of herself to the people she loved, never holding back, never giving less than everything.

   Though our hearts are shattered, we take comfort in knowing that she has only gone ahead of us, waiting to welcome us home when our time comes. Until then, we will carry her legacy forward-living , loving 

and holding on to the pieces of her that she so generously left in all of us. Our loss is great, but God is greater.

   Victoria Gail is survived by her husband Jeffrey L. Mullins; son Jason Dean and fiancée April; brother James Mullins and wife Rhonda; brother Tim Mullins and fiancée Amanda; grandchildren: Ashley Dill, Kourtney Allison and husband Nathan, Brittany Dean, Sam Dean and Kayla Dean;

and great-grandchildren: Jay Dill, Landon Allison, Levi Allison and Lainey Allison.

   She is reunited in Heaven with her daughter, Tara; father Victor; mother Ruth; sister, Anne; brother, Harold; and sister Sandra.

 Celebration of life services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday February 15, 2025 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend 

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

  Family and friends will gather at the Davis Chapel Church Community Center in Coeburn, VA immediately after services. 

  Graveside committal services will be held at a later date at the Levi Cantrell Cemetery in Pound, VA.       

  The staff of Baker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and extend our sincere sympathies to the family of Victoria Gail Mullins.     

  POUND, VA- Curtis Eugene Collins, 79, passed from this life on Friday February 7, 2025. 

  Curtis was born March 1, 1945 in Norton, VA to the late Cicero and Mozella (Hammonds) Collins. He was a creative and talented man who could fix just about anything. He loved to hear, sing and play Bluegrass Gospel music on his guitar and he passed his talents down to his children and grandchildren, who also loved to sing and play instruments. Curtis loved to laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor, he was just so much fun to be around. But his greatest love was his family, they were his pride and joy. Nothing made him happier than spending time with them all. After retiring from years of being a mechanic and small engine repairman. 

  He spent his final precious years living with his daughter at her home enjoying the company of his family. Curtis was a lifelong 

Democrat, but was proud to cast his first Republican vote for President Donald J. Trump. He loved watching the news , game-

shows and Gunsmoke. Curtis was simple man who lived a simple life, but a full and content life. He leaves behind many beautiful memories for his family and friends to cherish. While we grievously mourn the loss of our dear Dad, Papaw, Tataw and husband to our Mom, we know this is not goodbye, but we will see you in the morning, 

Dad, in a land where we will never grow old.  

In addition to his parents, Curtis is preceded in death by his brothers, Woodrow Collins, Ernest Collins and Levi Collins.

   Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years Maudie Lee (Tackett) Collins–Pound, VA; a daughter, Cynthia "Cindy" Lynn Mullins- Pound, VA; a son, Matthew Curtis Collins and wife Stephanie-Wise, VA; grandchildren, Christian Curtis Collins, Cole Alexander “Bo” Collins and Miracle Grace Mullins;   step granddaughter Cynthia McGraw; great-grandchildren, Christian Curtis Collins Jr, Joshlynn Collins and baby girl Collins due in April of 2025; a sister, Loretta Stewart-Pound, VA; a brother, David Lee Collins-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, good neighbors and close friends; and his four legged companion Daisy; Curtis will truly be missed by so many.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday February 10, 2025 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 February 11, 2025 at the Greenwood Cemetery- Coeburn, VA. where Scott Seiber, Bo Collins, Jordan Seiber, Burley Mullins, Chris Wilcox and Matthew Collins will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 11:30 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

The staff of Baker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and extend our sincere sympathies to the family of Curtis Eugene Collins.

  POUND, VA- With heavy hearts we celebrate the life and legacy of David Warren Branham, 80, who peacefully left this world Wednesday February 5, 2025, to be in the presence of his Lord and Savior after an extended illness. His loving wife and family by his side.

  David was a devoted man of God, loving husband, cherished father 

and Paps. He walked daily with God through his words and stories. He embodied the love and grace in God in all that he did. He fought MS for over 40 years despite losing his mobility in 2013, he never let it setback his enthusiasm, stubbornness and humor. David was not only a spiritual warrior…he was a man of resilience and discipline. As a Master and instructor in Tae Kwon Do he demonstrated strength both through body and spirit which made it possible for him to instruct hundreds of students who learned the art of Tae Kwon Do for more than 40 years under his guidance. David enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, baking (especially rolls) and making candy.

  David was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne Emmet and Mazie (Sowards) Branham; sisters, Leatrice Groves, Deborah Roush, Sue Cox, Lila Branham and Marcella Basham; brothers, Joseph Branham and Reverend Larry Don Branham.

  Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 61years Lina “Lou” (Hampton) Branham – Fredericksburg, VA/ Eolia, KY; a daughter, Lena Ann Wright (Tony) - Norton, VA; grandchildren, Kristal Dickerson-Fredericksburg, VA and Sara Shaver (Nicholas)- Lexington, NC; great- grandchildren, Michael Dickerson-Oklahoma, Kaylee Dickerson- Fredericksburg, VA, Kinsley Shaver-Lexington, NC and Lilly Shaver- Lexington, NC; brothers, Greg Branham-Barboursville, KY and Harold Branham (Joyce) – Fredericksburg, VA special caregiver and nieces and nephews, Bobby and Annetta Adams- Eolia, KY and Tonya Collins (Brian)- Eolia, KY; several nieces, nephews and loved ones to mourn his passing. 

  Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 pm Saturday February 8, 2025, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Bill Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until time of services. Burial will follow in the Bolling Cemetery (Flat Gap Section) Pound, VA where Nick Shaver, Isaiah Dean, Tony Wright, Mike Cox, and Michael Dickerson will serve as pallbearers.  

  Though he is no longer with us in body, his legacy of faith, love and strength will live on in the hearts of those he touched. We find comfort in knowing that he is now in the presence of the Lord, hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

(Matthew 25:23)

  The staff of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, Va is in charge of arrangements and extends our sincere sympathies to the family of David Warren Branham.

  EOLIA, KY- Judy Ann (Lewis) Collier, 72, passed away peacefully with

her family by her side at the Hazard ARH on Sunday February 2, 2025.

Judy was a woman of many names, Jute, Mildred, Ole Lady, Uncle Judy, 

Caregiver, Mom, Sista and her favorite title of all Mama

   Judy enjoyed smoking ciggys, drinking coffee, yard sales, thrifting, PBR, watching motorcross racing, Gunsmoke and NASCAR, eating peanut butter n’ crackers, going Black Friday shopping, she was an avid reader with Louie Lamour being one of her favorites, being part of the Big Blue Nation watching the Kentucky Wildcats basketball and listening to George Straight. If it could be cooked Judy could cook it (especially with lard). If it was pioneer women…she had it. If it was a trip…she would take it. Jute will be missed dearly by

her family and friends.   

  Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Bruce and Ruby (Maggard) Lewis; three sisters, Jean Brock, Cora Lee Sturgill and Ruth Church and one brother, Myrel Lewis.

   Survivors include her husband Douglas Collier- Eolia, KY; children Alan (Pauline) Engle- Frankfort, KY, Amy Fint- Frankfort, KY and Kevin (Cindy) Engle- Clintwood, VA; seven grandchildren, Tyler Sizemore, Daleigh Engle, Isaiah Mullins (Meckenzie), Hannah Engle (Landon), Emma Fint (Tacoma), Hunter Engle (Marissa), Gavin Fint and one great grandchild Percy Mullins with one on the way; 2 sisters Carol Rayburn and Becky Frerichs; 6 brothers Lowell T . Lewis, James F. Lewis, Joey Lewis, Lester Lewis, Jack Lewis and Chester Lewis; a host of friends and loved ones; and her two kitty cats.

 Per her wishes she will be cremated. 

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday February 5, 2025 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. There will be a reflection of Judy’s life with stories told by her family and friends. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of service. 

   A family dinner and gathering will be held following the services at Judy’s home in Eolia. All are welcome to attend.

   The staff of Baker Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements and extends our sincere sympathies to the family of Judy Ann Collier.

  “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” 2 Timothy 4:7.

  Betty Delores Jones, age 81, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Heritage Hall in Big Stone Gap, VA. 

  She was born on February 28, 1943, to the late Lora Ellen and Robert Patton Jones. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her brothers, Paul Jones, Glen Jones & Lloyd Jones; Sister, Charlene Jones; Nieces, Monica Wilson & Kay Jones; Nephews, Monty Ray Gardner, David Jones and Buddy Gardner. 

  Betty was a graduate of J.J. Kelly High School. She lived her life as a true Christian and lived her life for the Lord. She was a faithful member to Trinity Life Center Church where she always loved to hear Brother John and Sister Martha’s preaching. Betty enjoyed many, many years of ministry and spending time with her dear friends, Jack and JeanAnn Hughes of Coeburn, VA. Betty was the true definition of a Prayer Warrior. When you desired prayers for any situation, Betty was the one to call. Betty appeared on broadcasts for the Health Wagon explaining how thankful she was to have them for her health care and all the help they provided to her. Betty’s great-niece, Ashton, had a brain tumor diagnosis at a very young age, we know that Betty’s prayers to her Lord and Savior were heard and her hands were a part of Ashton’s healing as she would not be a walking miracle like she is today. Betty had healing hands of an angel and always had the perfect prayer for no matter what the situation. Betty loved to express her love for the Lord through beautiful Christian poetry that she would write. 

  Betty spent her younger years in Washington D.C. working for the Department of Labor before returning home to finish out her working years at Bank of America and Powell Valley National Bank. 

  Although Betty never married or had any children of her own, she had plenty of nieces and nephews to spoil rotten which was truly one of her biggest enjoyments. Betty was so proud of the many nieces and nephews she left behind. In her home, you can find pictures all-around of them and their families so she could brag on every one of them. 

  Left to cherish her memory are her sisters; Charlotte Gardner (Norton, VA), Janice Maxey (Bristol, TN) ;Brother Jerry and very special sister-in-law Barbara Jones (Wise, VA) ;Nieces, Ava Culbertson & husband Steve (Newberry, SC), Karen Gardner (Norton, VA), Teresa Castle & husband Bill (Clintwood, VA), Teresa Tyson (Coeburn, VA), Karen Maxey (Bristol, TN), Cheryl Jones Bise & husband Scott (Wise, Va) ;Nephews, Steve Jones & wife Bobbie Jean (Coeburn, Va), Jeff Jones & wife Brandy (New Bern, NC), Allen Jones (Wise, VA), Chris Jones (Coeburn, VA), Sherrie Jones (Wise, VA), Paulette Jones (Roanoke, VA), Gary Wayne “Butch” Jones (Louisiana), and Vickie Sue Jones (Raleigh, NC). 

Dozens and Dozens of Great & Great-Great Nieces & Nephews. Special Great-Great Nieces & Nephews; Bailey Nixon (Norton, Va), Lauren Castle (Clintwood, Va), Miranda Smith (Clintwood, Va), Jordan Castle (Clintwood, Va), Eron Gardner (Coeburn, VA), Miles Gardner (Coeburn, VA), a new addition on the way, baby Gardner, Asher Bank (Lincoln, NE), Ryann Bank (Lincoln, NE), Ezra Bank (Lincoln, NE) and Isla Bradley (Lincoln, NE), special Great Niece’s, Lora Culbertson, husband Bucky (Norton, VA), Shea Bradley & husband Ben (Lincoln, NE), Shauna Bank and husband Jordan (Lincoln, NE), Ashton Gardner (Coeburn, VA). 

  Betty’s brother, sister’s and family would like to thank her Great-Niece Brittni Nixon, husband Tra Nixon (Norton, VA), for all she did for Betty. Brittni was her care giver for several years. She was the person Betty could always count on for everything. Brittni always made sure Betty had everything she needed, checked on her and fought for well being and safety in so many ways. As always, Brittni was there with Betty until her time on earth here was done once again showing Betty she would always be there for her. 

The family would like to thank Heritage Hall in Big Stone Gap, VA for their kind and compassionate care for Betty, Cara Robinson-Stewart, Teresa Tyson, Paula Hill-Collins & The Health Wagon for Betty’s lifelong care and Baker Funeral Home for all that they have done.

  Private services will be held at 1:00 pm Tuesday January 28, 2025, at the Trinity Life Center with Pastor John McCarroll officiating.     Burial will follow in Laura Grove Cemetery, Norton VA. where Tra Nixon, Cody Mann, Casey Gray, Zach Fletcher, Cody Carico & Jordan Castle will serve as pallbearers.

  POUND, VA – Michael James Pritchard, 57, passed away peacefully Tuesday January 21, 2025, at Holston Valley Regional Medical Center-Kingsport, TN with his loving family by his side.

   Michael was of the Christian faith. He was a 1985 graduate of Pound High School. Michael enjoyed fishing, tinkering with cars, mechanicing, dealing with scrap metal and listening to 80’s Rock and Roll. His favorite pass time was riding four wheelers. Michael was somewhat a homebody, he just enjoyed loafing and spending time with his family.

   Michael was preceded in death by his father James “Jack” “Big Foot” Pritchard.

   Survivors include his mother Judy Pritchard; his companion of 18 years Brittany Potter, his sons Sean Pritchard and Ryan M. J. Belcher; his brother Tim Pritchard; his nephews Jaden Pritchard and Alex Pritchard; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   All services will be private and Michael will be laid to rest beside his father at Whitt Family Cemetery on Little Road, Pound, VA.

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

   The staff at Baker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and 

extend our sincere sympathies to the family of Michael James Pritchard.   

  WISE, VA- Earsie Jane (Mullins) Crabtree, 90, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday January 20, 2025, from her residence.

Her loving family was by her side.

   Earsie was a Christian of Old Regular Baptist faith and attended Long Fork Church as long as she was physically able. Earsie loved her family and spending as much time as she could with them. Cooking for them and the family gatherings was something she always looked forward to doing…she would cook enough so everyone had a plate or two to take home. She enjoyed quilting, 

sewing, crocheting, going on short trips close to home, taking care of her flowers, working her garden and canning as much as possible 

for the coming year and to give to friends and family. She also had a place in her heart for her dogs Blondie, Bella, Winston and Toby  that gave her so much love and company.

   Earsie is preceded in death by her husband John B. Crabtree; a son, Demas Lee “Brother” Crabtree; her parents, Marion and Carrie 

Mullins; sisters, Dallice Hale, Elsie Mullins, Loretta Privett, Dorsie "Tootsie" Dotson and Helen Crabtree; brothers, Lloyd Mullins, John “Bubby” Mullins, Troy Mullins and Burley Mullins.

    Survivors include her son, Dean Crabtree-Wise, VA; special granddaughter and caregiver Holly Thompson (David); grand-

children, Jacob Crabtree (Liz), Johnny Crabtree, Nathan Crabtree, Audrie “Sis” Billingsley, and Justin Wallen; great grandchildren, Cheyenne Smallwood, Jaycee Crabtree and Elyana Ramey; daughter-

in-law Kathy Crabtree; several nieces, nephews and cousins; her church family; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 pm Saturday January 25, 2025 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Willie 

Cantrell officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 pm until time of services. 

   Burial will follow in the Wise Cemetery- Wise, VA where Earsiewill be laid to rest beside her beloved husband John B. Crabtree.Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

   The staff of Baker Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements and

extends our sincere sympathies to the family of Earsie Jane Mullins Crabtree.

POUND, VA – James Bradley Sergeant, 44, passed from this life into eternity Friday December 6, 2024 from Norton Community 

Hospital. His loving family was at his side.

 Brad was of the Baptist faith, he loved his Lord and Savior. He enjoyed four wheeling, boating, bowling, playing games on the 

computer and watching old westerns on TV. He was an animal lover, especially his dogs Dixie (German Shepherd), Max (Pom -Yorkie) 

Jasper (Yorkie) and Jake (Yorkie); and his cat Cricket. Brad’s greatest love was his Mother, Diane. 

  Brad was preceded in death by his father, James Monroe Sergeant and his step-father Robert Edward Messer.

 Survivors include his mother, Diane (Hampton) Sergeant Messer; sister, Tamera Cawthon and husband James-northern VA ; brothers, Timothy Hampton and wife Jessica-Bluefield, WV, Tony Messer- northern VA, Andy Messer and wife Mireille-Winston Salem, NC, Adam Messer and wife Kerry-Williamsburg, VA, nephews Isiah and 

Joshua; a niece Josi; special friends, Richard Ventro, Jimmy Sexton, Ricky Hampton, Andy Messer, Cecil Collier, Tony VanHuss, Crystal 

Sexton and Melissa Sexton and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM Tuesday December 10, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Greg Cyphers and Pastor Travis Price officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00AM until time of services.

Burial will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery- Pound, VA where Tim Hampton, Ricky Hampton, Kevin Hampton, Josh Gentry, Clyde Stidham, Matthew Sexton, Cecil Collier, Randy Boggs and Tony VanHusss will 

serve as pallbearers. 

The staff at Baker Funeral Home extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of James Bradley Sergeant. Arrangements are under the direction of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA.

KINGSPORT, TN – Mrs. Delores Ann Adkins, 85, transitioned from her earthly body to her Heavenly one on Friday December 6, 2024 at the Holston Valley Medical Center.

  Delores was a devout woman of God and a long-standing faithful member of Vicars Chapel Baptist Church on Stanley Valley Road in Gate City, VA. She loved the services and the fellowship with her church family. Delores was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her children were her life. She cherished the precious time she spent with her family. Delores loved canning and looked forward to 

doing it every year. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

  Delores was preceded in death by her parents Creed and Elizabeth “Lizzie”

(Hopson) Adkins; her daughter-in-law Sheila Adkins; her granddaughter Crystal Adkins; four sisters Mobie, Oakley, Lena Mae and Betty Ruth; six brothers Freeman, Fon, Junior, DeLoil, Loil James and David.

   Delores is survived by her sons Darrell Adkins-Kingsport, TN and Dwayne 

Adkins-Kingsport, TN; a great-granddaughter Kristen Robinson and husband Justin-Greasy Creek, KY; four great-great-grandchildren Miley, Piper, Amelia and Gunner; 20 nieces, 13 nephews; and a host of extended family that she loved dearly.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday December 9, 2024 at the Vicars Chapel Baptist Church-Gate City, VA with Pastor Gary Adkins officiating, Pastor Devin Adkins of Pursue singing  and Greg Adkins reading the obituary. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted Tuesday December 9, 2024 at the Rob 

Ratliff Cemetery on Elkhorn Creek-Jenkins, KY where Dexter Gay, Leon Epling, Tony Adkins, Doug Adkins, Todd Epling and Jason Epling will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:45 PM for committal services.

The staff at Baker Funeral Home extends our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Delores Ann Adkins. Arrangements are under the directions of Baker Funeral Home of Pound, VA.  

POUND, VA – Frank H. Dotson, 91, peacefully entered into eternity

Tuesday December 3, 2024, from his residence. He passed away holding 

the hand of his loving wife. 

  Frank was a Christian and a member of Hamilton Chapel Church. He was baptized June 20, 2018. Frank was a retired coal company operator, he had also owned and operated coal trucks and during his retirement worked for PTI where he hauled railroad crews to the jobsite. Frank was a veteran of the United States Army. He loved going to his camper at the lake and riding his golf cart all over the campground. He enjoyed fishing, riding the boat and playing cards, but most of all he enjoyed having his family around. He loved his church family, worshiping with them and having good fellowship. 

  Frank was preceded in death by his parents Noah and Edith (McPherson) Dotson; his Gregory Frank Dotson (who passed away the day before Frank); brothers Alec Dotson and Dexter Dotson; grandson David Barnett; and great-grandsons Andrew Barnett and Austin Dotson. 

  Survivors include his loving wife of 72 years Eleanor (Stanley) Dotson-Pound, VA; his son Dale Dotson and his lifelong companion 

Janie Hamilton-Pound, VA; his daughters Pat Tompkins and husband Vernon-Pound, VA, Ronnie Rose and husband Bobby-Pound, VA and Janet Phillips and lifelong companion Kenny Bowling-Kingston, TN; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great grandchildren; a sister Doris Mullins-Abingdon, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his church family; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM Friday December 6, 2024, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers and Elder Stacy Potter officiating.   The family will receive friends from 

5:00 PM until time of services.

  The Whitesburg VFW Post 5829 will conduct military services at 12:00 Noon Saturday December 7, 2024, at Baker Funeral Home.     Burial will follow in the Crouse Cemetery-Pound, VA where Dale Dotson, Vernon 

Tompkins, Dylan Phillips, Dawson Phillips, Chris Phillips, Keith Eglin, Kevin Smith and Greg Pennington will serve as pallbearers.

  The staff at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sympathies to the family of Frank H. Dotson.

POUND, VA – Gregory Frank Dotson, 66, passed away peacefully Monday December 2, 2024 at his residence.

 Greg was a former train derailment clean up crewman and truck driver. He liked to play poker and spend time with his children and grandchildren. Greg was an avid trump supporter. Prior to health issues he enjoyed traveling, fishing and spending time at the lake. But most of all he enjoyed watching his grandson Breandan , who was his pride and joy, grow up and make memories.

  Greg was preceded in death his paternal grandparents Noah and Edith Dotson; his paternal grandparents Ashley Stanley and Ellen Kelly; special nephew and best friend David Barnett and nephew Andrew Barnett

 Survivors include his parents Frank and Eleanor Dotson-Pound, VA; a son Deckie Dotson; his daughters Nicole Mullins and husband Gabe-Harpers Ferry ,WV and Amber Vanover and husband Justin-Wise, VA ; grandchildren Breandan Mullins and Noah Vanover; sisters Ronnie Rose and husband Bobby-Pound, VA, Pat Tompkins and husband Vernon-Pound, VA (who took extra special care of him), and Janet Phillips-Kingston, TN; a brother Dale Dotson and wife Janie-Norton, VA; several nieces and nephews and special nephews Keith Eglin, Kevin Smith, Alex Barnett and Austin Barnett.  

  As per Greg’s request he will be cremated and memorial services will be conducted at 7:00 PM Friday December 6, 2024 in the Baker Funeral home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers and Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until time of services.

 The staff of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sympathies to the family of Gregory Frank Dotson.

COEBURN, VA- Paul David Hill, 51, was liberated from his earthly body and ran into the arms of Jesus after passing away peacefully at his home on November 27, 2024.  

David is no longer shackled by the restraints of his earthly limitations and has received his glorified body through resilience, 

determination, knowledge, patriotism, faith and his profound love of Christ. David was born on January 22, 1973 to the late Paul and Mattie (Hamilton) Hill, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded by his maternal grandparents, Emmitt and Orlena Hamilton; paternal grandparents, Charles and Daisy Hill and his beloved nephew, David Shane Meade.

  Survivors include his devoted sister, Paula Hill-Collins (Adrian); his treasured niece, Jaida Ariela Grace Meade and cherished great nephew, Daxton Meade Adkins, (son of the late David Shane Meade). He is also lovingly remembered by his spiritual sister, Teresa Owens Tyson and dear friend Jibber Ward along with special caregivers, Katelin Cole, Mary Moore and Kacey McCoy, whose dedication brought comfort and joy to his life.

 David was a shining example of courage and perseverance, inspiring everyone around him with his unwavering determination to overcome life’s challenges. His faith was his foundation, and he found great purpose in worshiping at the Grand Avenue Church of God of Prophecy and Trinity Life Center, where he cherished his time praising and worshiping his Creator. A passionate scholar of the Bible and an avid seeker of knowledge, David’s brilliant mind and love for learning was center in his life. He also had an indelible love for his country that was at the forefront of his being fostered by his father serving in the Korean War. He 

also loved the Dallas Cowboys and was a1991 Coeburn High School graduate.

He also studied and took classes at Moody Bible Institute.

  In addition he was instrumental in forming the first traumatic brain injury group for the Health Wagon, using his experiences to support and uplift others facing similar struggles. He created the first denture fund at the Health Wagon selling his Jesus strong t-shirts. David’s passion for helping others and his steadfast faith made him a beacon of hope and inspiration in is community.

David’s earthly journey has come to an end, but his spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved him. He now rejoices in the arms of Jesus, free and whole in his glorified body. He leaves behind an incredible mark on all who knew him.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM Monday December 2, 2024 at the Trinity Life Center Church, Coeburn, VA with Pastor John McCarroll and Pastor Jeff Rice officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Tuesday December 3, 2024

at the Gouge Cemetery on Caney Ridge Road, Coeburn, VA where David will be 

laid to rest beside his mother.  Jody Waugh, Braden Rose, Jeff Collins, Scott Brooks, Brent Gardner and Evan Collins will serve as pallbearers. Mack and Jerry Kiser will serve as honorary pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Trinity Life Center Church by 10:45 AM for a final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in David’s memory to the Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group at the Health Wagon honoring his dedication to supporting others in need. A special annual Jesus Strong Award has been created in his memory that recognizes resilience in others and demonstrate that no challenge cannot be overcome with a positive spirit and tenacity to never give up as he always demonstrated. 

“Well done good and faithful servant. “ – Matthew 25:23” 

  The staff at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sincere sympathies to the family of Paul David Hill.

  CLINTWOOD, VA – Freddie Large, 70, passed away Friday, November 22, 2024

at his home. He was surrounded by his loving family.

  Freddie was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired heavy equipment operator, 

having worked many years in the coal industry. He believed in working to provide 

for his family. Freddie loved to raise a garden and then can everything they could. 

He enjoyed fishing, but his favorite pastime was probably front porch sitting. Just 

enjoying good company. Freddie liked to travel and loved road trips. He was always 

ready to go. He loved to try new places to eat. His greatest joy was spending time 

with his kids, grandkids and great-grandkids.

  Freddie was preceded in death by his parents Willie and Rita Jo (Hale) Large; 

his daughter Lenay (Large) Peaks; his daughter-in-law Sylvia (Mullins)Large;

a brother Gary Wayne Large; and a sister Linda Gillard.

  Surviviors include his loving wife of 50 years, Angela (Mullins) Large-Clintwood, 

VA; his daughter Rhauletta Large Bunch and husband Bradley-Lonoke, AR; his sons Michael Paul Large and wife Chrissy-Coeburn, VA, Jerrid Large and wife Jessica-

Oakwood, VA, Joey Large and wife Cindy-Duffield, VA and Rayan Large-Clintwood, 

VA; son-in-law Russell Peaks-Pound,VA; grandchildren Jordan Martin (Jasmine), Kelsey Shah (Jigar), Kendra Phillps 

(Lee), Bethany Risola (Ryan), Tracie Phillips (Logan), Marley Bunch, Keyton Hamilton, Jerricah Large, Sopha Peaks (Teonna), Aaron Peaks, Brayden Peaks(Patience), Cainnan Peaks, Gabby Large (Hunter) and Skylar Large, and Breanna Fleming and husband Devin; great-grandchildren Kai Martin, Oakleigh Martin, Kaylee Belle Franks, Zaylin Risola, Nelli Risola, Zeke Risola, Gabe Risola, Julian Risola, Bryson Fleming, Kenzleigh 

Fleming, Braelynn Peaks and Babby Fred on the way; sisters Joyce Yates (Roger)-

Haysi, VA, Thelma Coomer (Wayne)-Winchester, VA, Juanita Mullins (Ottis)-

Wise, VA; and Fenniey Large Baker-Ohio; brothers Ronnie large (Tammy)-Pound, 

VA, Kevin Large (Regina)-Coeburn, VA, Robbie Large (Judy)-Big Stone Gap, VA,

Billy Large (Sherry)-Pound, VA; J C Large (Erika)-Indiana, Danny Large-Clintwood, 

VA and Dale Large-Ohio; special granddaughter and caregiver Gabby Large; special sister and nurse Fenniey Large Baker; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Chigger Mullins, James Ray Baker and John Phillips; and a host of friends 

and loved ones.

  Memorial services will be conducted at 3:30 PM Sunday November 24, 2024, in 

the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family 

will receive friends from 2:30 PM until time of services.

  A private burial will follow at a later date family. 

The staff at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sympathies to the family of Freddie Large.

POUND, VA – On the 21stof November, 2024 Brenda Sue Crawford 

took the hand of her beloved husband and entered into their eternal home.

Born on August 16th 1951 to parents Charles Hancock and Hilda Elkins, Brenda has spent her life taking care of others. She was of the Baptist faith. She was known by all as “Nonny”, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she met.Brenda was a devoted, loving and ever giving wife, mother, Nonny, aunt and sister. She was feisty and fiery and never cared to speak her mind. She

loved her animals, landscaping, shopping and building her house. Brenda was an excellent homemaker and cook and loved nothing more than spending time with her family around her kitchen table. She was incredibly creative and had a real knack for bringing her visions to life. If you needed advice, tough love, or a different perspective she was the person you went to. Her 

passing has left an unrepairable void in the lives of her children, grandchildren, 

great-grandchildren, brothers and extended family.

Brenda was preceded in death by her husband Clarence “Bud” Crawford; her

father and mother Charles Hancock and Hilda Elkins; sister Robbin Bishop and 

brothers Mike Hancock and Gene Hancock 

   Survivors include her daughter Sonia (Brian) Mullins and Sherri (Tim) Stanley; 

grandchildren Haley (Camron) Boggs, Devin (Kaylla) Dotson, Austin Dotson (Michaela Conley) and Paxton Mullins; great-grandchildren Landrie Dotson, Camley Boggs, Peydon Mullins and Scarlett Dotson; brothers Steve Hancock, Ray Hancock and Keith (Sharon) Elkins; sisters-in law Phyllis Sandloin (Clayton) and Becky Fletcher; special nieces Vicki Sandloin and Chasity 

Withrow; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 PM Saturday November 23, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jason Mullins officiating and singing by Breaking Bread and The Phillips Family. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Sunday November 24, 2024 at the Dewey Memorial Cemetery where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 

1:00 PM for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

The staff at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sympathies to the family of Brenda Sue Crawford. 

  POUND, VA -Lawrence Dorton left this world unexpectedly on November 15th, 2024. He was surrounded with love and prayer at the time of his passing by his best friend and only son, Scott and his two granddaughters, Hannah and Cara at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tennessee. Lawrence was born on August 20th, 1942 in Pound, Virginia and lived in the very same place where he was born, for all of his 82 years here on Earth. 

  Lawrence was of the Old Regular Baptist faith and attended various Old Regular Baptist churches in the area. As anyone who knew him would attest, he was the hardest working person you would ever meet. He wasn’t happy unless he was busy doing something productive and was very active until his last day here. He worked many years in the coal mines and retired from the UMWA. You would be hard-pressed to find a more dedicated and loyal union member! After retiring from the mines, he went on to operate an excavation company. Throughout his years of full-time work, he was also a cattle farmer and had various rental properties. In what little spare time he had, he loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, golfing, and was an avid outdoorsman. 

  Our Pap was always smiling, as soon as he laid eyes on us when we walked through the door, he lit up. Sometimes even shuffling his feet so that his cowboy boots tapped on the floor and dancing a little jig in a circle. We always felt important when we were with our Pap, he made sure of that. Even through some of our worst days together as a family, he was always so perfectly warm and would pull us into a tight hug, with our heads snuggled up under his white beard. “Don’t worry baby, Pap will fix it.” And he sure did. There was nothing that my family and I could throw at him that he wouldn’t figure out - even if it took two or three trips to the hardware store or a few late nights up under one of our sinks or in our basements, and we were all just ready to give up, Pap wasn’t going anywhere til it was done. And done RIGHT. He never had a problem checking other people’s handiwork along the way and letting them know when theirs wasn’t quite done right, too! 

  Pap took care of everyone and everything around him. There was hardly ever a day when deer or turkey or squirrels and birds weren’t standing outside his kitchen window, waiting on their favorite person to come outside with their feed and treats. He could call the cattle to him from a mile away with that big, booming voice of his, and the shrill, sharp whistles that I never could figure out how to do - but those cows of his always knew exactly who they were running towards. 

  Everyone we have spoken to this week said that my dad, my sister, and I were his pride and joy. And I don’t doubt that for a second, but they should have seen Pap with his little herd of great-grandsons! Pap never told Liam, Jackson, or Brody “no”, not even once that I can recall. He would lift them up into the bed of his truck, let them crawl all over his prized Harley Davidson motorcycle, take whatever they wanted from his kitchen cabinets (and his pockets), and get down in the floor to let them “waller” him whenever they asked. And his boys have always loved him so deeply! They adored going to Paps to go inside the huge playhouse that he built for Hannah and I when we were little. Granny kept so much stuff in there, it was always like a little cave full of hidden treasures to the boys. They were so amazed to know that their Pap built it with his own two hands. He could do anything. 

  While we are all completely devastated over this loss, we know that Pap and Granny are now united again in Heaven with no more sadness or worries and surrounded by their friends and family who passed on before them. What a sight that must have been. 

  In addition to his parents, Fritzie and Cara, Lawrence was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Deloras Ann Dorton, brother Festus Dorton, and sister, Mary Mullins. 

  His legacy, endless stories, and loving memories will be carried on by his surviving family members, including his adoring son Avery Scott Dorton - Bristol, TN, granddaughters Cara Paige Wingard and husband Kevin - Bristol, TN, Hannah Nicole Bishop and husband Aaron - Bristol, TN; great-grandchildren Liam Scott Wingard, Jackson Avery Wingard, and Brody Shey Bishop. 

  The family would also like to thank all of his many friends and family for their support after the passing of his darling wife, Deloras. Especially his breakfast buddy, Bud Kiser, and lifelong friends Roger Mullins and Don Stallard. 

  Funeral services will be held at Baker Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, November 19th at 2:00pm. The family will receive friends from 12:00pm until 2:00pm.

  Burial will follow at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery in Pound, VA where Liam Wingard, Danny Cantrell, Larry Cantrell, Kevin Wingard, Aaron Bishop, and Mike Sawyers will serve as pallbearers. 

  In lieu of flowers or donations, the family asks everyone to please simply take time to hug or call your parents, grandparents, children, and friends. This is much more precious than gold.

  WISE, VA- Rebecca Mae (Layne) Stanley, 66, passed away on Thursday November 14, 2024, from Norton Community 

Hospital-Norton, VA.

  Rebecca was born December 11, 1957, to the late James Layne and Arminda (Cantrell) Boggs. She was of the Christian faith and loved going to church. She studied her Bible daily. She was a former waitress and a lifelong homemaker. She was a homebody and loved her dog “Little Girl”. Rebecca 

was an avid Dale Earnhardt fan, she loved Matthew McConaughey and claimed she was married to Brad Pitt. Rebecca enjoyed telling everyone “Every day was her birthday” so they would treat her special. She enjoyed 

spending time with all her family, especially her sister Evelina. Rebecca will be greatly missed by all that knew her. 

  In addition to her parents Rebecca was preceded in death by her grandchild, Morgan Brooke Sydner; her great-grandchild

Joy Hubbard; sisters Shelby Layne and Arzella Stallard; her brothers Foster Layne, Donald Layne, Jimmy Layne and Arthur 

Layne; and her brother-in-law James Rose.

  Survivors include her daughters, Dawn Michelle Huff and husband Sam Shaw-Coeburn, VA and Tecee Ola Rose- South 

Carolina; her son, Damon Layne and wife Thea-Wise, VA; her grandchildren Seth Snyder, Tiffany Hubbard and husband Ryan, 

Aundrea Kiser and husband Greg, Kayla Rose, Jasmine Rose and Carly Rose; her great-grandchildren Parker Church, Dean 

Church, Colt Hubbard, Henry Hubbard, Haddie Hubbard, Thomas Hubbard, Kyler Rose, Hudson Delia and on the way any day now, Waylon Lawson; her sister Evelina Rose-Wise, VA; her brother Darrell Layne-Coeburn, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Sunday November 17, 2024, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jack 

Calhoun and Reverend Ryan Hubbard officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until time of services.

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

After services the family will gather at the home of Rebecca’s sister Evelina Rose in Wise, VA.

  The staff of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sympathies to the family of Rebecca

Mae Stanley.

  JENKINS, KY – Theda Jean Fleming, 89, entered into eternity Tuesday October 29, 2024 from the UK Hospice Care Center in 

Lexington, KY. Her loving family was at her side.

  Theda was of the Christian faith and a member of the Dunham Baptist Church. She loved her Lord and Savior. Theda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. 

She always enjoyed going to flea markets and yard sales. Theda loved taking care of and helping raise her kids, her grandkids and 

her great-grandkids. She enjoyed baking, gardening and canning. She was an avid reader and enjoyed old TV shows and also The1000 lb Sisters.  

  Theda was preceded in death by her parents Baxter and Martha (Rose) Bartley; her husband, Fitchue Fleming; her son Michael Fleming; her sister Gaynell ”Duke” Rose; and brothers Randall Bartley, Chester Bartley and Elster Bartley 

  Survivors include her sons Jerry Fleming and wife Gail-Tuscaloosa, AL and Scott Fleming and wife Jennifer-Pikeville, KY; grandchildren, Zachary Fleming, Shelly Fleming-Morris and husband Phillip, Michael 

Wayne Fleming and wife Missy, Brian Keith Fleming and wife Jessica, Kelly Jo Fleming- Brown and husband Mike; great grandchildren, Brady Fomby, Morgan Brown, Logan Brown, Reagan Brown, Nicholas Fleming, Aubrey Fleming, Caleb Fleming and Layton Fleming; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday October 31, 2024, 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 1:00 pm Friday November 1, 2024at the Haven of Rest Cemetery-Mayking, KY where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the church by 12 noon to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements and extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Theda Jean Fleming.

  POUND, VA – James Allen “Joe” Mullins was born September 17, 1945

in Pound, VA.  He was sent to his eternal home on October 19, 2024, being 79 years of age. 

  Joe was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was marked by love and compassion. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends and many more whose lives were touched by him. We ask that you remember him not for the way his life ended, but for the way it was lived, and for the profound impact he had on the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing him. Joe was a proud veteran of 

the United States Army and the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Pound VFW Post 9600.

   Joe is survived and missed by his loving wife of 55 years , Judy Ann (Ashbrook) Mullins. Together they had one son James Gregory “Guido” Mullins and daughter Jennifer Lynn Adams. Joe will be forever cherished and remembered by his three grandchildren Makayla Adams, Joe Adams and Grace Adams and one great-grand-

daughter Hadley Atkins. Also surviving are his siblings: Kathy Fleming, Greta Boggs, Carmelia Sykes, Vickie Easterling, George Boggs, Rhonda Damuches and Lygia Unate; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

 Joe was preceded in death by his mother Naomi (Mullins) Boggs and father Howie “Red” Boggs, and his brothers Monty Boggs and Bernie Boggs.

   The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staff of Ballad Hospice for their kindness and care of Joe and Judy.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday October 23, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers 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 Thursday October 24, 2024 at the Levi Cantrell Cemetery where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 12:00 Noon. The Whitesburg VFW Post 5829 will perform military rites in the parking lot prior to going to the cemetery.

    The staff at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA are in charge of arrangements and extend our deepest sympathy to the family of James Allen “Joe” Mullins 

  POUND, VA- Naomi Eloise (Kiser) Johnson passed from this life 

Saturday October 19, 2024, to be with her Lord and Savior. 

   Eloise was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was born February 

16, 1934, to the late John Cecil and Avy Leanza (Bolling) Kiser. She 

was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother great-grandmother 

and great-great grandmother Eloise was an avid homemaker and took 

her duties to perfection. She had a beautiful home and was proud of it. 

She loved to cook for family and friends, especially on holidays. Beside 

caring for her family Eloise was an avid reader and l0oved to watch 

television in her spare time. 

  Eloise was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years at 

his passing in 2019, Billy Joe Johnson; her beloved daughter, Rhonda 

Jo Johnson; her parents, John Cecil and Avy Leanza (Bolling) Kiser; 

a sister Lucille Ison; and brothers, Carson Kiser and Dude Kiser 

   Survivors include her son, Tim Johnson and wife Susan- Pound, VA; 

grandchildren, Chris and wife Sandy and Tara Kerns and husband 

Tommy all of Pound, VA ; great-grandchildren, Levi Johnson, Lori 

Johnson and Ashley Kerns; great-great grandchildren, Zayden Johnson 

and Trenton Johnson; a sister, Gaye West; a brother, Garcie Kiser; 

several nieces, nephews and loved ones to mourn her passing.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon Monday October 21,

2024 at the Bolling Cemetery in the Flat Gap section of Pound, VA with 

Paster Phillip Johnson officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet 

at the cemetery by 11:45am. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

    In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the

Pound Rescue Squad- P O Box 711-Pound VA. 24279 in her memory.

   Baker Funeral Home staff are in charge of arrangements and extend 

our deepest sympathy to the family of Naomi Eloise Johnson.

WISE, VA – Vicky Lynn Phillips, 64, entered into rest Friday July 19, 2024 from Roanoke Memorial Hospital after an extended 

illness. Her beloved family was by her side.

   Vicky was a born again Christian and attended Pyles Memorial Chapel. She was born October 10, 1959 to her parents Trent and Wilma (Dotson) Mullins of Pound, VA. and was a1978 graduate of Pound, High School. She was a licensed cosmetologist and worked for several years as a bank teller. Vicky had a warm heart and a fantastic smile, she could make everyone feel better. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed going to church, traveling and shopping and loved the beach. Vicky maintained a close relationship with 

both her parents their entire lives.    

  Vicky was preceded in death by her parents Trent and Wilma (Dotson) Mullins, an infant brother Scotty Von Mullins; and her father and mother-in-law Charles and Anna Phillips.

   Vicky is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 28 years Thea Phillips-Wise, VA; her daughters Nakisha Robinson-Clintwood, 

VA, Amber Coomer and husband Roger-Kingsport, TN and Heather Nidiffer and husband Matthew-Danville, VA; her grandchildren Trenton “Dub” Robinson and wife Brynna, Nick Robinson, Ella Coomer, Noah Coomer, Liam Coomer, Jude Coomer, Camden Nidiffer and Avery Nidiffer: her brother Rob Mullins and wife Missy Pound, VA; several aunts , uncles, nephews, nieces, and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday July 23, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy

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

   Private graveside services will be held at a later date.

   The staff at Baker Funeral Home extends our deepest sympathy to the family of Vicky Lynn Phillips.

Arrangements are under the direction of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA.

Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thine ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5, 6

ABINGDON, VA- Glenda Lee Burnham,87, went home to be with Jesus Saturday July 13, 2024 from her residence, surrounded by her loving family. 

   Glenda was born in Rosco Nebraska on February 9, 1937 to the late Harry and Mary Belle (Armstrong) Most.  Glenda graduated from North Platte High School and attended 

Briercrest Bible Institute in Saskatchewan, Canada. She then married Lee Burnham in 1956 and they moved to Southwest Virginia in 1957 where they have spent almost all their lives. She was well known in Pound, Wise and Norton area as a piano teacher and played the piano or organ for weddings and as well has aided her husband in his pastorates of local churches. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great- grand mother, sister, aunt and friends. Her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family and praising her Lord 

   In addition to her parents, Harry and Mary Belle (Armstrong) Most, Glenda is also preceded in death by her sister Darlene 

Most; her brother, Harry J. Most; and a granddaughter, Stefani Lynne Snyder. 

Survivors include her loving and devoted husband of nearly 68 years, Norman Lee Burnham- Abingdon, VA; a daughter, 

Mari Lynne Snyder and husband Brian- New Jersey; sons, Timothy Lee Burnham and wife Pat- Wytheville, VA, Steve Burnham and wife Jeannie- Wytheville, VA, Nate Burnham 

and wife JoAnn- Abingdon, VA; grandchildren, Kincey Hess (Clay), Josh Burnham (Brandi), Brittany Marshall (Charlie), B.J. Snyder (Michel), Melani Davis (Zach), Rich Snyder (Tracy), Scott Burnham (Megan), Shannon Grondzik (Ben), Hadassah LaFollette (Scott), Tahan Burnham (Hannah) 

and Nekoda Burnham (Kayla); 22 great grandchildren; her sister, Sharron Watt- Colorado; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Tuesday July 16, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Cliff  Cauthorne officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of services. 

   Burial and committal services will follow in the Crouse Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. 

   The staff at Baker Funeral Home extends our deepest sympathy to the family of Glenda Burnham. Arrangements are under the direction of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA.

SEPTEMBER 2, 1931 – JULY 10, 2024

POUND, VA – Joyce Ann Adams Varner Reed passed away Wednesday at her home

after a period of declining health. She was preceded in death by her parents, Malcolm 

Adams and Mary Jeanette Mullins Adams; brothers James Eual Adams and Wayburn 

Adams; sisters Evelyn Sartain and Johnnie Ruth Maggard; her first husband Billy R. 

Varner; daughter Donna Joyce Varner; and her second husband, Jesse Reed.

  She is survived by her two sons, Gary Varner and his wife Geneva, and Bill Varner 

and his wife Marla; daughter Sandy Hubbard; grandchildren, Susanna Taylor and her husband Robert, Jessica Reeves, Melody Cantrell and her husband Larry, Jennifer Clevinger and her husband Johnathan, and Donna Litton and her husband Chris; and great-grandchildren Taylor Sanders, Jordan Sanders, Jillian Taylor, Gray Cantrell, Marshall Cantrell, Averie Reeves, Sydney Reeves, Austin Clevinger and Logan Clevinger.

  Joyce graduated from Christopher Gist High School in 1950. She loved sharing stories

about her childhood in Pound, especially her time at her grandparents John Henry and 

Belle Adams Hayes’s home. She reminisced about playing in the apple orchard above 

their two-story house downtown. Joyce also spent part of her childhood and young 

adult years in Chicago, where she fondly remembered dancing, riding the train daily, 

and walking several blocks to her job at the telephone company. 

  After marrying and starting a family, Joyce and her family moved to Manassas, 

Virginia, until the late 1960s, eventually settling back in Pound. Following the death 

of her first husband, she remarried and lived in Payne Gap, Kentucky until her second 

husband passed away, after which she returned to downtown Pound.

  Joyce enjoyed cooking for her family, visiting the gym in Norton three times a week, and dining at her favorite restaurants. She especially loved the Pound Christmas parade, where the family would gather at her apartment on Main Street to watch the festivities.

  In accordance with her wishes, Joyce will be cremated, and a private service will be 

held at a later date. The family extend their heartfelt thanks to the Pound Rescue Squad 

and Baker Funeral Home for their dedicated service.

  In lieu of flowers, the family asks the donations be made to the Pound Rescue Squad at: P O Box 711, Pound, VA 24279.

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

FALL BRANCH, TN- Estilee “Sissy” Adkins Conley, 82, formerly of Pound, VA peacefully passed away Thursday June 27, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Her family was by her side.

   Sissy was born December 18, 1941, to Everette and Rousia (Maggard) Adkins in Jenkins, KY. Being the oldest girl of eight children, Sissy was a caretaker from the beginning. Going on to selflessly care for children and loved ones, while putting aside all her need and wants. Yet grateful for the opportunity to be of service to others. Being a wife and mother was her calling in life.

   Sissy had two children, Lashell Rena and David Allen that were her world. She worked tirelessly to make sure she was able to give them everything she could. She was a wonderful loving mother. She raised 

her children to know God and taught their Sunday School class every week. And brought many children the word of God.

In May of 1983 Sissy was married to Dallas Conley in Front Royal, VA. He preached the word of God at several churches along the way.

   In 1989 Sissy and Dallas retired to Pound, VA where they became longstanding members of Hubbard Chapel Church. Their faith in Christ was an example to many.

Sissy’s favorite past times were cooking, sewing, crafts, crosswords, playing cards and talking with friends and family on Facebook. And of course spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

To them she was known as “Nonnie”      

   Sissy was preceded in death by her loving husband, Reverend Dallas Conley which she missed so much after his passing; stepsons Dallas Conley Jr; and Carlos Conley and wife Nancy and her parents, Everette and Rousia (Maggard) Adkins; brothers Kenny Adkins and Allen Adkins. 

   Survivors include her daughter, Lashell Joyner and husband Mark- Fall Branch, TN; her son David Chaney and wife Donna- Kingsport, TN; grand-children, Rickey Bradley (Michelle), Melissa Leonard (Freddy), 

Amanda Shively (Ben), Shannon Hann (Richard), Derek Chaney (Brandie), Monica Kidd (Alan), Dalton Chaney, Dillion Chaney, C Chevy Chaney, Kesha Smith and Justin Ball; great-grandchildren; Addyson Bradley, Tristen Bradley, Trinity Leonard, Serenity Leonard, Gage Leonard, Hannah Cook, Jackson Shively, Ella Shively, Ryker Hann, Reid Hann, Zanna Chaney, Zayne Chaney, Bentley Kidd, Donnie Bradford, Bobby Jeffers, Cavin Jeffers and a great grandson due in August; sisters, Roberta “Bertie” Meade, and Delores Mullins (James), Wilma Bryant, (Bill), sister-in-law Janet Adkins; brothers, Kendall “Moe” Adkins and Dennis Adkins; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and 

loved ones

   Funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 pm Monday July 1, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Billy Hibbitts and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services

  Graveside committal services will follow at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery- Pound, Va where Richard Hann, Ryker Hann, Reid Hann, Dalton Chaney, Dillion Chaney, Chevy Chaney and Ricky Cantrell will serve as pallbearers. 

  Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Estilee  “Sissy” Adkins Conley.

POUND, VA- Gladys (Church) Hubbard, 86, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday June 28, 2024 from Heritage Hall- Big Stone Gap, VA.

   Gladys was a Christian and a member of Independent Baptist Church-Pound, VA and attended Flat Gap Missionary Baptist Church. Most people will remember her sweet smile and humble personality when 

she worked at Pound Hardware as a salesclerk for many years. She enjoyed cooking, keeping an extremely clean house, spending long hours in her garden to can it and give it to others, reading her daily

Bible verses and listening to gospel music.   

Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, Freddie Ray Hubbard; 

her parents, Trigg and May (Hampton) Church; a sister, Lydia Back; brothers, Ted Ray Church and Tazz Church and granddaughter, Tracie Lee McClain.

Survivors include her son Tracy Allen Church and wife Edna Katherine-Wise, VA; great-grandchildren, Halie McClain and Kayla Church both of Coeburn, VA.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday June 30, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy 

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

Burial will follow in the Hubbard Cemetery-Wise, VA. where family and friends will serve as pallbearers. 

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, Va is serving the family of Gladys (Church) Hubbard.  

POUND, VA- Patricia Ann “Patsy” Adams, 71, went home to be with her heavenly father Thursday June 27, 2024 from Norton Community Hospital- Norton, VA. Her loving family at her bedside.

  Patsy was a Christian and a fifty-plus years member of Martha’s Chapel Church and always sharing her love of God and all her blessings. Patsy loved going to church, cooking, gardening, talking to friends and making memories with family. Her family was her life, she enjoyed spending every second she could with them. Sunday dinner was always ready and waiting for them She loved everyone and never saw a stranger, 

but those grandbabies had a special place in her heart… bragging and sharing her love for her grandbabies was no problem for her. Patsy’s laughter and smile touched us all. 

Gone to be with her loved ones and Jesus, but forever here in our hearts. Her presence was a ray of sunshine every day. Her presence was a ray of sunshine, she would light up every room she walked in with her sweet, contagious and beautiful smile.

   Patsy was preceded in death by her parents, Junior Keith and Charmie Victoria (Phillips) Church; brother, Paul James Church 

and sister, Helen “Suzie” Collier.

  Survivors include her husband of nearly 49 years, Bobby Wayne Adams-Pound, VA; her daughter, Misty Dawn Adams Strouth and husband Bobby- Pound, VA; grandchildren, Chase Dalton Strouth and fiancé Briana Triplet, Kayleigh Elizabeth and companion Andrew Burton; Trinity Cheyan Strouth, Braelynn Chenoa Strouth, Keanan Scott Strouth, Hayden Rayne Strouth;

great-grandson, Luca Bennett Burton (her little bubby); a sister, Geneva Evelon Rutherford and husband Donnie-Live Oak, FL; brothers, Ronnie Keith Church and Randall Martin Church both of Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins and many friends that loved her dearly.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm Saturday June 29, 2024 in the Baker Funeral home Chapel with Reverend Ray 

Yeary officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Sunday June 30, 2024 in the Adams Cemetery-Eolia, KY 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 Patricia Ann “Patsy” Adams.

DAMASCUS, VA- William Kyle Boggs, 89, passed from this life into his eternal reward Wednesday June 26, 2024from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

   Kyle was born in Pound, VA on September 6, 1934 to the late Arnold and Rebecca (Morgan) Boggs. He was of the Christian faith and was a member of the Damascus Road Baptist Church. Kyle was a Korean War Veteran having served in the United States Army. He retired from the United States 

Postal Service as a letter carrier with over 28 years of service. Kyle loved working, either at his job, on his farm, with his cattle or doing something for his church. He loved his God, 

his family and his country. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandkids, but his passion in life was doting 

after and caring for his beloved wife Margaret since their marriage on January 18,1958.  

   Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, John Wesley Boggs; and several other siblings and family 

members.

Survivors include his devoted and loving wife of 66 years, Margaret (Stidham) Boggs-Damascus, VA; a grandson, Wesley Brian Boggs and wife Tori; great grandchildren, Haley Elizabeth Boggs and William Gabriel Boggs and Mason Arnold Boggs; several loving siblings; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; a host of friends and loved ones; and his beloved 4 legged companion

Diesel.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday June 29, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Caleb Holman officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time 

of services. Military rites by Whitesburg KY VFW Post 5829 will follow. 

   Graveside committal services will be conducted at Boggs Cemetery-on Metro Meadow Branch Road-Pound, VA. where Wesley Brian Boggs, Gabrielle Boggs, Richard Wilkins, Johnny “Bear” Crouse; Rodney Bolling and Andrew Mullins will serve as pallbearers.

   In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to be the Damascus VFW Post 9830, 23489 Mountain City Rd, Damascus, VA 24236

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

POUND, VA- Teela Marie Bocock-Hungling, 29, passed away on Tuesday June 25, 2024 from the Lonesome Pine Hospital- Big

Stone Gap, VA.

   Teela was of the Baptist faith and believed in God. She graduated high school in Dayton , OH in 2013. Teela loved to listen to all types 

of music, she had a kind heart and loved helping others. But her greatest joy was spending time with her children. Teela loved her family dearly. 

   Survivors include her daughter, Adalea Boggs; a son, Holdyn Boggs; her mother, Shirley Bocock and companion Kendall Adkins-Pound, VA; her father, Timothy Hungling- Dayton, Ohio; a sister, Stormy Bartlett- Missouri; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   All services will be private.

   Baker funeral Home-Pound, Va is serving the family of Teela Marie Bocock-Hungling.

POUND, VA – Mrs. Mima Jean Sturgill, 81, was born July 20, 1942 and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on June 9, 2024, from the The Laurels in Norton, VA. She was surrounded by her 

loving family. 

   Mima was a born again Christian and a true child of God. She was a member of Martha’s Chapel for 44 years and loved to tell 

people how good her Lord and Savior was to her. She loved her God and her family. Mima was a dedicated homemaker and caregiver. She believed in raising her family with the Lord’s 

guidance.  Her life revolved around her family, especially her grandkids and great grandkids in her later years. Mima was a homebody, when she did go places, like the flea market, yard 

sales or out to eat she wanted to be home by dark. She also enjoyed court TV shows and gameshows and loved birds.Her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family. 

   Mima was preceded in death by her mother Gertrude Powers; her husband Estle Sturgill; her daughter Sandra Sturgill Wells; and her daughter-in-law Ruby Sturgill. 

    Mima is survived by her sons Franklin Sturgill-Harrodsburg, KY, Larry Sturgill and wife Trish-Pound. VA, and Scott Sturgill and wife Sheila-Kingsport, TN; her grandchildren Jason Sturgill and wife Leigh-Ann-Big Stone Gap, VA, Jennifer Culbertson and husband Danny-Norton, VA; Joshua Sturgill and wife Alison-St. Paul, VA; Matthew Sturgill-Pound, VA, Amber Wells and partner Wayne Gilliam-Wise, VA and Nathan Brickey-Kingsport, TN; great-grandchildren Bryan Culbertson, Kaylee Culbertson, Penelope Sturgill, Elijah Sturgill, Zoey Gilliam and Isaiah Sturgill; her church family; and a host of friends and loved 

ones to cherish her memory.

  Private services will be conducted Tuesday June 11, 2024, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. 

   Graveside committal services will follow in the Powers Cemetery on George Riner Road in Pound, VA where Jason 

Sturgill, Joshua Sturgill, Matt Sturgill, Nathan Brickey, Bryan Culbertson and Sherman Collins will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Mima Jean Sturgill.

POUND, VA- Guy Stephen “Wibble” Akers, 46 passed away on Tuesday June 4, 2024, from the Dickenson Community Hospital- Clintwood, VA.

  Wibble was of the Christian faith. He was devoted to his family and his work. At work he liked to paint, putting up drywall, fixing floors and most any type of construction work. He died doing what he loved. Even though he never showed his emotions, you always knew he loved you. Battling with Becky and the girls he was outnumbered. Wibble was surrounded by female hormones that made his life very complicated at times and never knowing at any giving moment… who would throw the first punch. He would always be the laughter in his family’s house. He was a good man and a great father and loved his girls unconditionally. He loved making his family happy. Wibble was a lifelong avid cock-fighter and enjoyed rabbit hunting with his beagles. 

  Wibble was preceded in death by his mother, Lisa (Tompkins) Akers; maternal grandparents, Donnie and Rosalie Tompkins; paternal grandparents, Clifford and Connie Akers; uncles, Chris Tompkins and Randall Akers and an aunt, Tammy Stallard.

  Survivors include his soulmate for 24 years, Becky Shortt- Pound, VA; daughters, Mady Steffey, Chloe Akers and Macie Akers all of Pound, VA; his father, Guy Akers and companion Colleen Stanley-Pound, VA; brother, Brandon Akers and wife Amanda-Clarksville, TN; aunts, Linda Greene-Pound, VA and Noveda Davis-Maryland; special nephews, Nicholas and Brian Buchanan and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday June 6, 2024, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday June 7, 2024, at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where

Matt Hall, Jason Boatwright, Derek Ratliff, Mikey Paul Large, Tristan Hall and John Hall will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery. 

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

  Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA will be serving the family of Guy Stephen “Wibble” Akers.

NORTON, VA – Elfreda Mae Woodard, 60, entered eternity Sunday June 2, 2024, from her residence. 

  Elfreda was of the Christian faith. She loved her Lord and enjoyed telling people what the Lord had done for her. Elfreda was a loving

mother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed bowling, going to the Casinos occasionally, taking a restful vacation to the beach, watching her favorite tv shows and just singing around the house. Elfreda was 

great at home decorating…It just came to her naturally. She had a great love for animals also… especially cats.

  Elfreda was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Laura (McCoy) Taylor; brothers, Sammy Taylor, Bobby Taylor and Ritchie Taylor, sister Carla Taylor, and her fur baby Chiweenie dog, Cha-Cha.

  Survivors include her daughter, Amanda Mullins and husband Brad- Wise, VA; her son, Jason Yates and wife Jamie- Wise, VA; bonus grandchildren, Davis Hill and Georgia Hill; a brother, Danny Taylor- Bristol, TN; special niece, Jessica Hill and husband Alex; grand dogs, Ranger and Gatlin; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends.

  Memorial service will be conducted Friday June 7, 2024, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until the time of services. 

  Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA will be serving the family of Elfreda Mae Woodard.

CLINTWOOD, VA – Carter Lee Williams, 72, entered into eternity Friday May 24, 2024 from Heritage Hall after an extended illness.

Carter was of the Christin faith. He was born January 31, 1952 in Nora, VA. He was a 1970 graduate of Fairview High School in

Paulding, OH and a veteran of the United States Air Force having served 18 years. Carter retired as an escort driver in the mobile home industry having delivered homes all over the united states.

Carter loved to travel, he enjoyed reading and old television shows

  Carter was preceded in death by his parents Cecil and Virginia (McCowan) Williams; a sister Barbara Woodring; and brothers Larry Williams and Randall Williams.

  Survivors include his son Kregg Williams and family-Nashville, TN; his sister Wanda Denise Brown and husband Jerry-Sherwood, 

OH; his brother Lonnie Willaims and wife Mary-Cecil, OH; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

As per Carter’s wishes, he will be cremated and a gathering of friends and family to celebrate his life will be held at a later date.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Cater Lee Williams.

JENKINS, KY – Belva Ann (Rose) Mullins, 72, entered peacefully into eternity Thursday March 14, 2024 from the Pikeville Medical Center after a long and courageous battle 

with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family. 

   Belva was of the Christian faith and attended Burdine Freewill Baptist Church when she was able.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was known as “Boo Boo” to her grandchildren and many other children. She had such a way with babies that she got the 

nickname “The Baby Whisperer”.  She loved kids and kids loved her. Belva enjoyed traveling, going to yard sales, listening to gospel music and visiting with friends and family. She was an excellent housekeeper, she loved canning things from the garden and was a fantastic cook. Everyone loved 

her home cooked meals. She was an avid reader and enjoyed all kinds of books.

  Belva was preceded in death by her parents, Acie and Edna (Johnson) Rose; sisters, Nancy Louise Vance, Norma Jean 

Duncil and Martha Lavada Wright; brothers, Larry Acie Rose and Tommy Rose; and brother-in-law Tom Lockwood.

   Belva is survived by her husband of 51 years David Mullins-Jenkins, KY; her sons, David Dwayne Mullins and wife Melanie-

Bean Station, TN and Robert Acie Mullins and wife Melissa- Payne Gap, KY; grandchildren, Sam Mullins, Andrew Mullins, 

Bryan Epperson, Katelyn Mathers and husband Mason, Robert Dwayne Mullins and Hunter Acie Mullins; sisters, Dorothy Mae 

Vernatter (Ronald)-Somerset, KY,  Joyce Adkins (Doug) Columbus, IN, Alice Lockwood- Payne Gap, KY, Rebecca Jo Brown- Jenkins, KY, Vanessa Dale Rose- Jenkins, KY and Freda Rogers (Phillip)- Pikeville, KY; brothers, Walter Rose (Jeanie)- Morristown, TN, Gary Don Rose (Lois)- Payne Gap, KY, Wendell Rose (Lois)- Jenkins, KY and Gerald Rose (Terri)- Pikeville, KY; sisters-in-law Margaret Rose and Nina Rose; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of close friends and loved ones

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday March 18, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Hollis Bevins officiating. The family will receive 

friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. 

  Graveside services will be conducted at 12 Noon Tuesday March 19, 2024 at the Mullins Family Cemetery in the Payne Gap section 

of Jenkins where David Carl Mullins, Robert Acie Mullins, David Dwayne Mullins, Andrew Mullins, Robert Dwayne Mullins, Bryan Epperson and Hunter Mullins 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 Belva Ann Mullins. 

FAIRFIELD, CA – Mary Ellen Mullins, 90, entered into eternity Sunday March 10, 2024 from her residence.

  Mary Ellen loved gardening, even pulling the weeds. She loved her flowers and caring for them. She also loved her chickens. She 

was a lifelong country girl. But her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family. 

   Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents James Elvra and Bertha Lee (Chester) Hubbard; her husband Harlis Mullins; a grandson Justin Torres; and a brother Ronnie Hubbard.

   Survivors include her daughters Michelle Ramirez and husband Jeff-Fairfield, CA and Melinda Torres-Esparto, CA; grandchildren 

Christopher Knight, Richard Torres, Alicia Torres, Nicholas Ramirez, Stephen Ramirez and Marcella Ramirez; great-grandchildren Cassidy Torres and Wyatt Torres; sisters Shirley Meade-Pound, VA, Beatrice 

Duncan-Myrtle Beach, S C, Norma J Grimes-Jacksonville, FL, and Wanda Darlene Moore-Wise, VA; brothers Thomas Olen Hubbard-

Augusta, GA and Everette Jennings Hubbard-Chester, SC; several nieces, nephews and cousins, and a host of friends and loved ones.

Graveside committal services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday March 23, 2024 at Dewey Memorial Cemetery on Dewey Cemetery Road-Pound, VA with Reverend Randy Carter officiating.

   Family and friends will serve as pallbearers and are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:45 am.

   Bryan-Braker Funeral Home-Fairfield, CA and Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA  are serving the family of Mary Ellen Mullins.

Born October 4, 1948 in Clintwood, VA; he died on March 9, 2024.

At the time of his death Robert lived at 10612 Indian Creek Road, Pound, VA. Robert passed away in Pikeville Medical Center after an heroic battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

  Robert’s family consists of lifelong best friend, encourager, partner, and sister in Christ, Ida R. Mullins. He was the son of Dr. James Harold Mullins and Virginia Dare Osborne Mullins of Pound, VA. Robert is 

survived by his two children: son Shane Mullins (Kristi) and grandchildren Hannah Phillips, Abi Mullins, and Ryan Mullins (Hannah); daughter Andrea D. Mullins (Billy) and grandchildren Heath Balthis and Jacqueline Mullins; one brother James Wesley Mullins (Travis); and sister-in-law Catherine Rasnic.

Robert attended Clinch Valley College & Pikeville College. Thank you for the loyalty and love of his lifetime friends Randy Bolling and Tommy Chester; Wise County coworkers; educators; members at First Presbyterian Church of Pound; fans of the University of Tennessee; and all his golfing 

buddies.

   Robert retired from Wise County, VA as the Building Official & Virginia Code Official. He also served as a former elected Wise County School Boardmember representing Appalachia and Pound. 

  The Mullins family wishes to extend deep, heartfelt gratitude to so many in our generous and loving communities, especially Dr. Chris Basham.

   There will be a gathering of friends and family to share in the joys and passions of Robert M. Mullins at Baker Funeral Home in Pound, VA on Thursday evening from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Come see a friend!

In lieu of flowers, you may give to the local Habitat for Humanity at Holston HFH, PO Box 5265, Kingsport, TN 37663 or make a love gift donation to First Presbyterian Church of Pound, PO Box 1387, Pound, 

VA 24279.

Baker Funeral Home of Pound is in charge of arrangements.            

POUND, VA- Faye Bolling Mullins, 74, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday March 9that her residence after a difficult battle with cancer.  She was surrounded by her loving family.

 Faye was a devoted Christian and a member of Living Waters Independent Baptist Church. She was a kind, loving, and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Faye was known for being an excellent seamstress, having worked for and retired from Buster Brown. She could make anything anyone asked, including custom outfits and numerous kids’ costumes. In addition to her passion for sewing, she loved to decorate and create floral arrangements. People would often say that her decorations were as great and magnificent as celebrity designers’. Faye also loved to take pictures. Her photography skills were unlike any other, better quality than some professionals. She was nicknamed “paparazzi” by Brooke’s travel softball team because everywhere you looked, Faye was there capturing important moments. Some of her other hobbies included quilting, gardening, reading books, watching crime and investigation shows, researching family histories and ancestries, traveling, spending time with family, and most importantly, spoiling her grandkids. Mamaw Faye often stated, “God placed me on Earth to be a grandmother,” which she fulfilled to her greatest potential, and will be most remembered by how much she loved her grandkids.

  Faye was preceded in death by her parents Bennie Allen Bolling and Marie (Fleming) Meade; brother Kyle Bolling; and sister Greta Bolling. Survivors include her loving husband of 45 years Frank Mullins; son Allen Thompson (Pound, VA); daughters Kim Stidham and husband Jeff (Pound, VA), and Tina Mullins (Wise, VA); grandson Scott Stidham and wife Brittany (Pound, VA); granddaughter Dr. Brooke Mullins and husband Dr. Ricky Dale Mullins Jr. (Coeburn, VA); grandson Michael Clark (Wise, VA); great-grandkids Kimber Stidham, Kimbree Stidham, Silas Mullins, and Baby Mullins #2 (on the way); brother Ricky Bolling and wife Susie (Pound, VA); sister Darlene Boggs and husband Jeff (Pound, VA); several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a host of close friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday March 11, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dr. Ricky Dale Mullins Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

  Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Tuesday March 12, 2024 at the Bolling Flat Gap Cemetery Pound, VA where Kimber Stidham, Scott Stidham, Michael Clark, Corey Bolling, Ricky Mullins Sr., Eric Blankenship, Jason Ingles, and Kenneth Kelly will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 12 Noon for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

   A meal for the family will be held at Living Waters Independent Baptist Church Wise, VA Tuesday March 12, 2024 at 3:00 pm after graveside services.

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

POUND, VA – Francis William Hernan, 84, peacefully entered into eternity Friday March 1, 2024 from Norton Community Hospital.. His grandson Charlie was by his side.

   Frank was of the Catholic faith. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. After earning his bachelor’s degree Frank taught at Sullivan North High School in Kingsport, TNfor 12 years then owned and operated the Video Electronic Service Store until his retirement. He was an avid reader, he 

read all types of books, manuals and magazines. But his favorite book was the Bible, he said it had more knowledge 

than everything else he ever read combined. Frank loved to work with his hands, he was always tinkering with or building something. He loved action movies and old TV 

shows like Gunsmoke and Mayberry.

   Frank was preceded in death his parents Francis Michael and Dorothy (Redden) Hernan; and his wife Mary Ellen (Collier) Hernan.

   Survivors include his daughter Sherry I. Chandler and husband Bill-Caldwell, OH and Debbie Lynn Mullins-Pound, VA; his grandchildren Brian Chandler-Ohio and

Charlie Mullins and wife Mary-Pound, VA; brothers John Hernan and wife Judy-Lansdale, PA, Robert Hernan and wife Jeanne Silverthorne-New York, NY and James Hernan and wife Andrea-Cocoa Beach, FL ; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Hollis and Sissy Bevins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   As per Frank’s wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no services.

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Francis William Hernan.

POUND, VA – Woodard Allen “Woody” Hollon, 85, entered into his eternal reward Monday February 26, 2024 from Norton 

Community Hospital.

  Woody was a born again Christian. He loved his Lord and lived daily to serve him. He was quick to witness to anyone about how the Lord saved him and would do the same for you. Woody was a veteran of the United States Army and served with Elvis Presley. Woody was a retired coal truck driver with over 50 years experience. He was well known in the trucking community as “Bubba”. He also was known to disguise 

his voice and talk to the truckers as “Sweet Apple”. He loved to pull pranks on his co-workers. Woody also worked for 10 years in the mines. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

 Woody was preceded in death by his wife Christine (Sturgill) Hollon; his parents Clifford and Elizabeth (Tackett) Hollon; and 

his brothers Billy Ray, Charles Edward , Horace Greely and Clifford Hollon, Jr. 

  Survivors include his son Gregory Hollon-Pound, VA: grandchildren Sabrina Rose (Stephen) -Tuscaloosa, AL, Christy Adams-

Eolia, KY, Tonja-Leigh Mullins (Joseph)-Wise, VA and Shamber Schenck (Tyler) Appalachia, VA; great-grandchildren Samantha 

Beams (Colton), Julie Rose, Gracie Adams, Jasmine “Cricket” Adams, Aurora-Ray Mullins and Annabelle Mullins, and Leland 

Schenck; great-great-grandchildren Danny Beams, Benjamin Beams and Owen Ryder ”Peanut”;  the mother of his grandchildren Ona Hollon; several niece, nephews and cousins; his trucking buddies; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Saturday March 2, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel; with Reverend Mark Stallard and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends

from 10 am until time of services.

   Burial will follow in the Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where Woody will be laid to rest beside his wife Christine. Tyler 

Schenk, Joey Mullins, Colton Beams, Bobby Smith, Stephen Rose and Bo McArthur will serve as pallbearers.

 Baker funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Woodard

Allen Hollon.

NORTON, VA – MSgt. James Larry Bolling departed this life peacefully from his earthly home on Sunday February 25, 2024 at the age of 90 surrounded by his loving family to his heavenly home.

   Jim was a retired veteran of the United States Air Force with over 21 years of service. Jim had served as Director of the Norton Redevelopment and Housing Authority and as Director of Administration for Norton Head Start. He was also a tax preparer at the H&R Block Norton office until retiring in 2011.  

  Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Emerson and Opal (Hubbard) Bolling; a sister, Monette Church;  and brothers, Lester 

Bolling and Marlin Bolling.

  Survivors include his loving wife Janet (Engle) Bolling; his daughter, Sandra Daniels; his sons, Jeff Bolling (Donna) and Thomas Bolling (Diane); grandchildren, J.D. Daniels III, Amanda Brooks (Jim), Tyler Daniels (Elizabeth), Andrea Sturgill (Terry), Allie Baber (Brian) and Brandi Carlton; great-grandchildren, Grayson Daniels, Maggie Brooks, Emily Brooks, Brynlee Sturgill and Parker Sturgill; a brother, Carlos Bolling (Jan); special uncle Roddie Hubbard; best friend, Rita Slemp; his Engle family and his Esserville Church family and a host of family and friends to mourn his passing.

  Thank you to all his health care providers over the past two years.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday February 29, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jim Smith and Pastor Danny Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services. Military rites will be performed on the parking lot by Whitesburg VFW Post 5829.

   Interment will follow at the Mt. Zion Cemetery- Pound, VA where J.D. Daniels III, Tyler Daniels, Terry Sturgill, Brian Baber, Frankie Maggard and Alfred Engle will serve as pallbearers.

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

POUND, VA – Deborah Jean Hampton, 66, entered peacefully into eternity Sunday February 25, 2024 from her residence. She 

was surrounded by her loving family.

  Debbie was a Christian of the Baptist faith, she attended Pyles Memorial Chapel. She was cosmetologist for many years, having 

owned her own shop in Pound and Clintwood and then working at the Smart Style Shop at Walmart. Debbie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She had a magnificent smile …that made you want to smile when you were with her. She was always willing to help anyone she could. She enjoyed traveling and was always ready for a road trip, listening to country music, line dancing at the Country Cabin, crocheting, drawing, raising flowers, 

and bird watching, she was an avid animal lover. But Debbie’s most treasured moments were those spent with her family…especially 

her grand babies and great- grand babies, she loved them all with all her heart and soul. 

   Debbie was preceded in death by her mother Effie Dean Baker and father Jim Baker. Survivors include her husband of 47 years Ricky Hampton-Pound, VA; her sons, Ricky Dean Hampton and wife Randi- Dover, FL. and Kevin Hampton and wife Rebekah-Evarts, KY; grandchildren, Tessa Hampton, Kenny Hampton, Josh Hampton, Brent Graham, Rylee Hicks, Kaley Stidham (Zack) Austin Reynolds (Megan) Jake Hampton, 

Blake Short and Jaxon Short; great grandchildren, Jayden Stidham, Maverick Reynolds, Deklyn Gilliam, Zariah Arthur and Adley Funk ; her sisters, Ruth Barnes and husband Don- Clintwood, VA, Polly Phipps 

and husband Leon- Lynn Haven, FL and Lucille Mullins- Panama City, FL her brother James Ray Baker and wife Mona-Pound, VA; best friends, Doris Reed and Sherry Browning; several nieces, nephews and cousins 

and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday February 28, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy Belcher, Reverend Randy Carter and Reverend Junior Belcher 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 29, 2024 at the Baker/Cox Cemetery on Osborne Gap Road-Clintwood, VA where her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends 

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

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Debora Jean Hampton. 

CLINCHCO VA – Bobby Ray Grubb, 85, passed away Saturday February 24, 2024 from the Bristol Regional Medical Center. 

Bobby was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired coal truck driver with 62+ years of experience. He had an unbelievable work ethic, and a strong belief in providing for his family. He mowed and weedeated until last fall. Bobby was very mechanically inclined, he loved to tinker with and work on almost anything. He was a jack of all trades, there wasn’t much he couldn’t fix or fabricate. Bobby also enjoyed gardening, reading western books and watching westerns.

He also liked hunting and fishing earlier in his life.

   Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Anna Lucille (Sawyer) Grubb; sisters and brothers -in-law Shirley and Theo Newsome and Faye and Johnny Kelly; mother and father-in-law Charlie and Maxie Mullins; brother-in-law Jack Wood; and sisters-in-law Sheila Mullins and Linda Reynolds.   

   Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Sharon (Mullins) Grubb-Clinchco, VA; his daughters Jennifer McMillan and husband Ricky-Clinchco, VA and Darlene Blagg and husband Dennis-Big Stone Gap, VA; his son Derek Grubb and wife Lynne- Canton, GA; grandchildren, Stephanie Hernandez and husband Christopher, Jessica O’Quinn and 

husband Jared Christian Grubb and wife Kim, Dustin Grubb and fiance’ Pearl, Meagan Blagg and Isabella Blagg; great grandchildren Aviree Moore and Griffin Moore; a sister Darlis Wood-Charlotte, NC;  brothers-in-law Larry Mullins and wife Viola  and Gary Mullins and wife Teresa Mullins; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Woody Hollon; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday February 26, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Rob Kneppe officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday February 27, 2024 at Dewey Memorial 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 Bobby Ray Grubb.

POUND, VA – Bobby Wayne Browning, 91, was carried home by the angels on Tuesday February 20, 2024 at Heritage Hall in Wise, VA. after a short illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

   Wayne was a Christian, he was baptized on September 13, 2020 and attended church as long as he was able. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and also known as Papaw Wayne to many. Wayne was a disabled coal miner, a member of the United Mine Workers of America, a coon hunter, a farmer and a 

mechanic.

   Wayne was preceded in death by his wife Julia Ann (Davis) Browning; his parents Estil and Eula Mae (Hubbard) Browning; his daughter Sherry Lynn Browning-Mullins; a brother, Cecil Browning; and a nephew, Michael Browning.

  Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Lena Nowlin and husband Larry-Clintwood, VA; his son Jeffrey Browning and wife Pam-

Limestone, TN; his #1 granddaughter Madison Browning-Limestone, TN.; two brothers-in-law, Roger Davis and wife Ann and Charles Davis and wife Georgeann; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends. 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 noon Saturday February 24, 2024 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Nolan Stanley officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of 

services.

   Burial and committal services will follow at the Millard Mullins Cemetery on Hubbard Mountain Road in the Bean Gap Section of 

Pound, VA where Wayne will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife Julia Ann. Joel Strouth, Wesley Strouth, Dennis Stanley, Cody Nowlin, John Nowlin and Bruce Perry will serve as pallbearers. Honorary 

pallbearers will be Benny Vanover, William “Pig” Powers, Tony Powers and Leslie Sturgill.  

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Bobby Wayne Browning.

   On February 15, 2024, at the age of 72, Scotty Moore, finished his race, entered into eternity, and saw his Savior face to face.

   Scotty’s faith, like all true believers, was in Christ and in Christ alone for salvation. Scotty served his savior at both First Baptist Church in Belfry, KY and West End Baptist Church in Big Stone Gap, VA. He was a loving father, papaw, uncle and friend.

   He was an avid fisherman who enjoyed teaching his grandchildren about the hobby he loved. He made many fishing trips with friends Dave King and Steve Mullins and loved to tell big tales when reminiscing about these trips.He had other special friends, including Gary Layne, Lloyd Carroll and Terry Maynard who meant a great deal to him.

   Scotty never met a stranger and was kind to everyone he knew. He was a great neighbor and friend, taking care of many that lived on his block. Some of his most special neighbors were Rudolph and Pauline Layne.

   Another of his hobbies included woodworking. He was very good at this and loved making things for people. His children’s homes are full of his creations.

   He loved the game of basketball and could always be found in the stands cheering for his children and grandchildren as well as doing his best refereeing from the stands with his buddy, Robbie Sturgill. You knew he was in the gym because he would always be yelling for a player to make a bounce pass or he would be correcting a referee on the call that he just made. And don’t forget no one ever meant to foul. The Kentucky Wildcats were his favorite team. He raised his children to bleed blue. But nothing ever topped the love he had for his grandchildren’s teams and how supportive he was of them.

   He loved Fox News, fudge rounds, and diet Coke on ice. And no one could scout out a better hotdog than he could. One of his favorite pastimes was to visit Dairy Queen for breakfast and have conversations about politics with his friends that gathered there 

each morning.

   He loved his family more than anything and would do anything for them. He was a great man, and an even better father and grandfather.

   Scotty was preceded in death by his grandparents , Lester and Edna Cather, his mother Margaret Moore, his uncle Bill Cather, who was more like a father to him, his uncle Pickle Cather, and his precious grandson Nate Jordan.

   Survivors include his wife Cookie Moore, his children Courtney Jordan (Donnie), and Zack Moore, his grandchildren, Annie Jordan, Noal Jordan, Abigail Jordan, Aubrey Moore and Drake Moore, his sister Michelle Thorn, a special cousin, Chip Cather, and numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved dearly.

   Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, February 19, at Baker Funeral Home in Pound, VA, with Pastor Josh Tompkins and Johnny Boggs officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until time of services at 7:00 pm.   

  POUND, VA – Evans Leon Meade, 91 peacefully entered into heaven Tuesday February 13, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family.   

Leon was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Korean War. Leon was a mechanic and one of the best. He worked at Virginia Concrete in Northern Va for many years and after moving back to Pound in 1976, he retired as Chief Mechanic with19 years of outstanding service from Wise County Public Schools as Chief School Bus Mechanic.

Leon was a man of great faith and never waivered even in the deepness of dementia, he would often call out to his Lord and Savior in praise. He and his precious wife, Anna Lee attended Hamilton Chapel in Pound as long as their health would allow. Leon loved his Lord, his family and his country.

  Leon was proceeded in death by his loving devoted wife of 60 years, Anna Lee Robinson Meade; infant daughter Mary Lee Meade; son Jeffery Leon Meade; his parents Ottis and Daphne Meade (known to everyone as Daddy and Mommy Meade); brothers Clyde, Hurcell, Sammie, Ottis J.R.; Jimmy; and Freddie Lyal Meade. Sisters Inez Wilson, Cleo Stallard, Emma Paskall and Ruth Ann Meade; mother and father-in-law Flara and Hobart Robinson and Furbaby Kadence Grace.

Survivors include daughter Angela Barnette (Donald Baldwin), of Pound VA ; daughter-in-law Rhonda Faye Meade of Ruther Glen, VA; Grandchildren Joshua Meade (Kathleen) and Brandon Meade (Jessica) both of Stafford, VA and Angelica Grace Barnette (Austin Dellorso) of Bristol, TN; Great-grandchildren Hunter, Mason, Connor, Julia, Colton, and Jameson Meade. Sister Janet Bell, Lancaster, OH. Furbabies Octavia Grace and Melody Grace; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends to mourn his passing.

  Funeral services for Leon will be Saturday, February 17, 2024 with a visitation from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm following the visitation in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel, Pound, VA with Rev. Greg Cyphers, Rev. Burns Robinson and Rev. Randy Carter officiating.

Military services will be performed by the Whitesburg VFW Post 5829 in the funeral home parking lot. 

  Graveside services will follow at the Ottis & Daphne Meade Family Cemetery on Victory Hill in Pound, VA. Where pallbearers will be Angelica Barnette (Austi Dellorso); Joshua Meade (Kathleen); Brandon Meade (Jessica); Angela Barnette (Donald Baldwin); Adam Hughes; Dean Vanover; Bo McArthur; and Randy Carter.

Honorary pallbearers will be great-grandchildren Hunter, Mason, Connor, Julia, Colton, and Jameson Meade; Dr. Christopher Basham; Russell Varner; Greg Cyphers; Burns Robinson; and Kristine Wongchow.

  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ottis & Daphne Meade Family Cemetery Fund, 11529 Meade Fork Rd, Pound, VA 24279.

Baker Funeral Home is proudly serving the Evans Leon Meade family.