Obituaries

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PREMIUM, KY- Shirley Caudill Collins, 69, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday July 9, 2025 from her residence.

   Shirley loved her Lord and was of the Old Regular Baptist faith. She worked for 20 years in the bakery at Superior Market, then in the water analysis department at Crawford Engineering. Shirley was also a licensed cosmetologist. She was well known for her baking skills and home cooking

…she always loved to cook for her family and friends. She also loved playing Rook, tracing her family roots and canning things from the garden. Now, Shirley had a sweet tooth …loving her Little Debbie cakes and 

Caffeine Free Diet Coke. But what Shirley treasured the most was her family and the time she spent with them.

  Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Hiram and Dixie (Adams) Caudill; a sister, Wanda Brimmer; brothers, Dolon Caudill, Darrell Caudill, Homer Caudill, Forester Caudill and James Caudill

    Survivors include her son, “darling little sweetheart angel” J R Collins (Angie)-Premium, KY and honorary son Adrian Collins (Sierra)-Kingdom Come, KY; grandchild, Kimber Collins-Premium, KY; sisters, Elaine Caudill-Premium, KY , Eleaner Jacobs (Orbin)-Premium, KY, Martha Collins-Premium, KY and Darlene Shephard (Mike)- Sand Lick, KY; brothers Nance Caudill-Isom KY and Ames Caudill (Dolly)-Isom, KY; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special nieces, Billie Jo Hatton, Katrina Shepherd Whisenant, Diana Turnmyre, April Shepherd Morell and Emma Jacobs Ison; lifelong friend Carol Ann Combs; and a host of friends and loved 

ones to mourn her passing.  

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday July 12, 2025 at 

The Big Cowan Old Regular Baptist Church-Whitesburg KY with Elders of the church officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until time of service.

  Family and friends are asked to meet at the church by 10:30 am Sunday July 13, 2025 to prepare to go in procession to the Caudill Family Cemetery- Premium, KY for graveside services. J R Collins, Adrian Collins, Kimber 

Collins, Brian Perry, Randy Collins, Rob Caudill and Joe Caudill will serve as pallbearers. 

The staff of Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Shirley Caudill Collins.

  POUND, VA- Gregory Ray Dorton, 56, passed away on Monday July 7, 2025 from Norton Community Hospital-Norton, VA.

  Greg was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed being outside, going hunting and fishing, loved watching sporting events and working on cars for himself and other people.

   Greg is preceded in death by his father James Ray Dorton; his paternal grandmother Gracie Sturgill; and his maternal 

grandparents Richard “Bee” and Goldie 

Mullins.

   Survivors include his mother, Fayetta Mullins Sturgill- Auburndale, FL; sons, Dustin Dorton- Abingdon, VA and Conner Brown- Egg Harbor Township, NJ; sisters, Marla 

Dorton Beaghan ( Kevin)- Elkton, VA and Catherine Holmes (Dennis)- Abbottstown, PA;  niece, Danielle Holmes; nephew, Austin Beaghan; several aunts, uncles, cousins; 

special friend Billy Cox and a host of friends to mourn his passing.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday July 13, 2025 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend 

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

   Per Greg’s wishes he will be cremated after funeral services.

  The staff of Baker Funeral Home is serving the family of Gregory Ray Dorton 

  EOLIA, KY – Douglas Collier, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday July 6, 2025.

  Doug was of the Baptist faith, a Kentucky Colonel retired coal miner, horse farrier and farmer. He loved being outside and riding the trails with his family and friends.

  Doug was preceded in death by his wife of 27 years, Judy Ann (Lewis)Collier; his parents Otis and Mary (Raleigh) Collier; and his brothers Arnold Collier, Millard Collier, Monroe Collier, Arlie Collier, Sr., Chester Collier and Larry Collier.

  Survivors include his 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) and Gavin Fint; two great-grandchildren 

Percy Mullins and Athena Mullins; sisters Mabel Mullins-Pound, VA, Edith Dippery- Round Rock, TX and Rhonda Peake- Wise, VA; a brother Cecil Collier- Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews, cousins, a host of friends and loved ones; and his cat Big Tom Per Doug’s wishes he will be cremated and his ashes spread at a later date on family property.

  A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 pm Thursday July 10, 2025, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of services.

Lunch will follow services at Doug’s home and everyone is invited.

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

  POUND, VA – Eletta Cantrell, 86, peacefully entered eternity Monday June 30, 2025 from Heritage Hall in Wise, VA.

  Eletta was a born again Christian. She was a member of Ferbie Chapel Church and attended Hamilton Chapel Church. She was member of the Pound VFW Post 9600 Ladies Auxillary where she worked tirelessly to support the group. Eletta was a retired LPN having worked for St. Mary Hospital for over 20 years. Eletta participated in quilting at Pound Town Hall and at Hamilton Chapel Church. She enjoyed gardening and canning. 

Eletta was a fantastic cook and loved to see people enjoy her many wonderful meals and desserts. She was always quick to help her family and friends when the opportunity arose, that was just her nature. She was tender hearted and wore her heart on her sleeve. Eletta was also an avid reader and loved bluegrass music.  

 Eletta was preceded in death by her parents Ernest and Virginia (Robinson) Meade; her first husband Harold Junior Steele; her second husband Burlin Cantrell; and her son Johnny Steele.

   Survivors include her granddaughter (Leanna) Reymond Steele-Frederick MD; her brothers William Meade and wife Helen-Abingdon, VA, Tollie Jasper Meade and wife Jeannie-Spencer, VA, and Demos Meade-Pound, VA; sisters Kay Perry and husband Darius-Farnham, VA and Renee Melissa Bell and husband Mike-Pound, VA; daughter-in-law Denise Steele-Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Karen Bailey and Teresa Caudill; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Thursday July 3, 2025, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mike Strouth and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of services.

  Burial and graveside committal services will follow in the Meade Cemetery on Ferbie Road, Pound, VA where Matthew Meade, Greg Meade, Patrick Meade, Spencer Salyers, Mike Bell and Donnie Paul Dotson, Sr. will serve as pallbearers.

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

Pound, Virginia

  Lester Neal Stidham, 63, of Pound, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on June 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, grit, and unshakable devotion to family and hard work.

  Born on December 17, 1961, in Wise County, Neal was raised in Pound and remained rooted in the Appalachian mountains he loved. He attended Dewey School and Pound Elementary and graduated from Pound High School in 1980. He went on to study masonry at Wise Vocational-Technical School, but his real education came from life—building businesses, fixing machines, solving problems, and making the most of every opportunity.

  A true entrepreneur, Neal was a co-owner and operator of S&H Trucking for over 40 years. He also partnered in New River Carbons and co-owned Rambler Reprocessing. He built his life with his own two hands and a mind sharp enough to rival any MBA. From coal to trucking, salvage to heavy equipment, Neal knew every inch of his industries—and everyone who ever worked with him knew him as one of the smartest, most determined businessmen they’d ever meet.

 Neal wasn’t just a provider—he was a protector, a steady hand, and the most deliberate, sincere soul many ever had the privilege of knowing. When he loved, he loved deeply, and if you were lucky enough to be in that circle, you knew what it meant to be taken care of—without question, without hesitation.

  He was a man of great faith, grounded in his belief in Jesus Christ and devoted to living with purpose and principle. In his later years, he found his soulmate, Pam Cantrell of Pound, and though their time together was cut short, it was rich with laughter, love, and loyalty. He embraced Pam’s family as his own, cherishing her children and grandchildren, who brought him so much joy and who he loved without condition.

  Neal found peace and freedom on the open road. He loved nothing more than firing up his Harley, riding with the wind, and taking trips to the lake or exploring somewhere new. Those weekends at the water—full of boat rides, grilled food, and heartfelt conversation—were some of his most cherished memories.

  He was preceded in death by his parents, Troy “Windy” and Laura Stidham, and his grandparents Oliver & Bessie Stidham and Walton & Lina Boggs.

He is survived by:

   •    His son: Jeron Stidham and wife, of Big Stone Gap, VA

   •    His fiancée: Pam Cantrell of Pound, VA

   •    Pam’s loving family and grandchildren, whom he adored as his own

   •    His brother: Jeff Stidham and wife Kim of Pound

   •    Nephew: Scott Stidham and wife Brittany of Pound

   •    Niece: Dr. Brooke Mullins and husband Dr. Ricky Mullins of Wise

   •    Great-niece and great-nephews: Kimbree and Kimber Stidham. Silas and Jesse Mullins

   •    Uncles: Lester “Leck” Boggs of Pound, Carson Boggs and wife Truby of Pound, and Vernon Boggs and wife Linda of Newport, VA

                Celebration of Life:

· Location: JW Adams Combined School 

· ****Anyone interested in bringing food can drop it off at the cafeteria side entrance anytime during the service

· Family Visitation: Saturday at 10:00 AM

· Public Visitation: 11:00 AM till time of services

· Funeral Service: 1:00 PM

· Burial will follow at Oliver Stidham Cemetery on Dewey Road

· Officiating Minister: Dr. Ricky Mullins

· Pallbearers: His trusted “Rambler Crew”

Following the graveside service, friends and family are invited back to the cafeteria at J W Adams Combined School for a time of fellowship, remembrance and shared stories in honor of Neal's life. 

  To honor Neal's generous spirit, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Pound Rescue Squad at P O Box 711, Pound, VA 24279 instead of sending flowers

    POUND, VA – John Broce Cantrell, 60, entered eternity on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at his residence.

  John was of the Christian faith. A 1985 graduate of Pound High School, he was a proud left-handed pitcher for the Wildcats baseball team. From a young age, John embodied a strong work ethic. He began working as a butcher at just 15 years old at the Pound Market. Over the years, he held many roles: coal miner, carpenter, and business owner of Pound Farm Supply for over twenty years. Truly a jack of all trades, John’s versatility and work ethic were unmatched.

  Of all his accomplishments, John always said his greatest was his children and grandchildren. He found joy in the simple things—camping, fishing, spending time at the lake, boating, and watching or attending NASCAR races. Above all, he cherished time with his family and friends. Known for his big heart, John would give you the shirt off his back and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. 

  John was preceded in death by his mother, Nona Gay (Stanley) Cantrell, and his sister, Nancy Hutchison.

  He is survived by his children, Haley Adkins and husband Andrew of Johnson City, TN, and Brandon Cantrell of Fairfax, VA; his beloved grandchildren, Daxton and Beckham Adkins; his father, Guy Cantrell of Pound, VA; sisters, Gladys Osborne and husband Stephen of Pound, VA, and Gayetta Cox and husband Steve of Sharps Chapel, TN; brothers, Shelton “Shag” Cantrell and wife Kay, and Bryan Cantrell and wife Kathy, all of Pound, VA; the mother of his children, Margaret Cantrell of Pound, VA; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of dear friends and loved ones.

  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Baker Funeral Home Chapel, with Elder Willie Cantrell and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the time of service.

  Burial will follow in the Arvil Mullins Cemetery in Pound, VA. Serving as pallbearers will be Nicholas Osborne, Christopher Cantrell, Devon Cantrell, Deano Roberts, Stephen Osborne, and Jerry Hutchison.

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

  CLINTWOOD, VA – Eugene Clinton Hayes, 85, departed his earthly home Wednesday June 18, 2025 for his eternal resting place. 

   Eugene was of the Primitive Baptist faith. He was a firm believer in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Eugene was a retired coal miner 

and was also an accomplished carpenter and a certified welder. He also enjoyed working on cars and tinkering with almost anything.

He was a jack-of-all trades. He enjoyed landscaping, gardening and canning. Eugene was also known to run a vacuum cleaner and do some housework. Eugene was also an avid pet lover, having many during his lifetime…most recently Samantha his cat and Piper his dog.

Eugene was preceded in death by his parents Emory R. and Nanny Belle (Smith) Hayes; his wife, Gail (Buchanan) Hayes; his sisters Pearl Stout, Pauline Yates, Beatrice Belcher and Ruby Boggs; his brothers Jimmy 

Hayes, Charlie Hayes and John Hayes; and his step-son Randall Meade;

Survivors include his wife Lisa Howard-Clintwood, VA; his daughters Melinda Robin Davis and Melissa Marie Hayes; grandchildren Randa LeShae Meade and husband Zach Bohannon and their daughter, Haley-Smyrna, TN, Nikki Duty (Andrew), Askley Davis, Lacey Johnson and 

Briton Wallace; 8 great-grandchildren; step-daughter Heather Rose- Clintwood, VA; step-son Bradley Howard- Clintwood, VA; special friends, Eza Davis Jr. (Brother Junior) and Kelly McGuire several nieces, nephews 

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 Eugene 

Clinton Hayes.

  POUND, VA – Mary Jane Bond, 70, passed away Monday June 16, 2025 at Norton Community Hospital. Her loving family was at her side.

   Mary was of the Christian faith. She was a devoted homemaker and loved caring for her family. Her kids and grandkids were her life. Mary enjoyed a lot of the smaller pleasures in life, reading her Bible, taking 

walks, gardening and listening to K-Love radio were just a few of them. Things you can’t buy with money, but you do with your heart. 

  Mary was preceded in death by her parents Harrison and Mary (Muncy) Maggard; her granddaughter Lilly Belle Brace; a sister Helen Robinette; brothers Thomas Maggard, Fred Maggard, Claude Maggard, Lester 

Maggard and 2 infant siblings. 

   Survivors include her son Joshua Bond-Pound, VA; her daughters Amy Alexander and husband Shilo-Wise, VA and Anna Salyers-Coeburn, VA and Destiny Parrigan and companion Jeffrey Brace-Pound, VA; grandchild Lana Jane Brace-Pound, VA, Cassidy Sullivan-Florida, James Blair and 

wife Jordan-Johnson City, TN, Madison Wolle-Coeburn, VA, Clayton “Turtle” Clark and wife Kaylee-Coeburn, VA, Hayley Clark-Coeburn, VA, Cassie Porter-Coeburn, VA and baby Ellie Brace due in August; great-grandchildren Khamaria Clark and Hunter Clark-Coeburn, VA; sister Ellen Stipes-Norton, VA, Evelyn Maggard-Norton, VA and Geraldine Ferry-Knoxville, TN; brother Ernest Lee Maggard-Florida; bonus daughters  Jessica Rose-Coeburn, VA and Patricia Triplett-Wise, VA; bonus sister Lynn Maggard-Norton, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; a host of friends and loved ones; and her beloved dogs Baby (Shih Tzu) and Yoda (Chihuahua).  

 Funeral services will be conducted at 1PM Thursday, June 19, 2025 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mark Stallard officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of services.

   In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Baker Funeral Home, P O Box 331 Pound, VA 24279 for funeral expenses. 

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mary Jane Bond.

  POUND, VA – Trillis Harold Mullins, 87, entered peacefully into eternity Friday June 13, 2025 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Trillis Harold was a Christian of the Old Regular Baptist faith. In May of 

2024 sitting at his bedside with his son Monty, he accepted his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and asked him to come into his life. He was a retired coal miner with nearly 40 years of experience. He was a proud member of the United Mine Workers of America. His coworkers called him “Poppy’ and he was always watching out for “his boys”. He felt like it was his responsibility to take care of them. He married the love of his life, Blanche Mullins, on June 21, 1958 and they shared life’s adventures, good or bad, together ever since. Trillis Harold believed in working to provide for his family. He was an avid outdoorsman …enjoying gardening, fishing and hunting, especially going coon hunting. Trillis Harold loved his family with all his heart ...but those grandbabies, well that was a whole other level of love and 

spoiling, being  “Pap” to them was everything.

  Trillis Harold was preceded in death by his parents Elder Trinkle and Ida (Cantrell) Mullins and lifelong friend, Clyde Mullins.

   Survivors include his loving wife of 67 years Blanche Mullins-Pound, 

VA; his sons Harold Wayne Mullins and wife Becky-Bealeton, VA and 

Monty Mullins and wife Susan- Pound, VA; grandchildren, Matthew 

Wayne Mullins-Bealeton, VA, Hannah Grace Perrigan and husband Dustin- Wise, VA and Olivia Faith Mullins- Pound, VA ; great-grandchild Lennon Grace Perrigan; brothers Roger Lee Mullins and wife June-Pound, VA and Mack Van Mullins and wife Anna-Pound, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Many thanks and prayers to Brenda Cantrell and Brandy Lucas for taking such great care of "Pap". 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday June 15, 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 committal services will be conducted at 12 noon Monday 

June 16, 2025 at the Gilmer Mullins Cemetery on Greely/Gilmer Road in Pound, VA where Matthew Wayne Mullins, Bud Leal, Dustin Perrigan, Tracey Mullins, Billy Mack Mullins, Mike Furrow, and Ronnie Shortt will serve as pallbearers.

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

Mullins.

   POUND, VA- William Vastine McCoy, 89, entered into eternity Monday June 2, 2025, from Clintwood Heritage Hall.

   Vastine was born March 29, 1936, to his parents the late Bascom and Gaynell (Robinson) McCoy. He was a Christian, a deacon and a long time member of Ferbie Chapel Church- Pound, VA. Vastine enjoyed working, he believed in providing for himself and his family. He was an owner/operator of coal trucks for 40 years and drove a Wise County school bus for 15 years. He enjoyed antique cars, watching NASCAR races (especially Kyle Larson), westerns and wrestling. He always loved going to church when he was able and spending time with his great-grandchildren.  

   In addition to his parents Vastine was preceded in death by his sisters Reva Dotson and Nita Layne and his son-in-law Mark McGuire.

   Survivors include his beloved wife of 68 years Delois (Mullins) McCoy; son Lonnie McCoy-Pound, VA; daughter Lois “Sissie” McGuire–Pound, VA; his grandchildren Heather Depriest and husband Adam-Burdine, KY and Willie McGuire-Pound, VA; his great grandchildren Lana DePriest and Heaven McGuire; sisters Ruth Ann Strouth (Verl) –Wise, VA; Glenda Baker (Freddie)- Kingsport, TN; Avenell Shortt–Pound, VA; Wanda Hylton (Mike)-Pound, VA; brothers Cleatis McCoy (Joy)–Pound, VA; James ‘Digger’ McCoy-Pound, VA; Langley McCoy-Pound, VA; Lester McCoy (Candace)–Pound, VA; Curtis McCoy- Pound, VA; Donnie McCoy–Raliegh, NC; his church family at Ferbie Chapel; and a host of friends and loved ones.

   Delois, Lonnie and Sissie would like to extend a sincere thank you to all the nurses and doctors at Norton Community Hospital, all the nurses and staff at Heritage Hall and all the family members for their help, support and prayers for Vastine.  

  Funeral Services will be conducted 7:00 PM Thursday June 5, 2025, in the Baker Funeral Home chapel with Pastor Mike Strouth and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until the time of services. 

   Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday June 6, 2025, at Levi Cantrell Cemetery on McFall Fork Road-Pound, VA where Junior McCoy, Junior Hylton, Reese Dotson, Preston Layne, Wayne McCoy and Ikey Strouth will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am for the final viewing and to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

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

   Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of William Vastine McCoy.

  POUND, VA – Joshua Christopher Mitchell, 48, passed away Tuesday May 20, 2025 at his home. He was surrounded by his loving family. 

   Joshua was of the Christian faith, he was a loving father, brother and uncle. Joshua loved playing with his kids and all kids. He loved playing video games, painting by numbers, playing solitaire and games on his phone. Joshua enjoyed fishing, looking for deals at thrift shops, searching through scrap for unexpected treasures, reading and just 

relaxing. He loved a good cup of coffee, and if he found one he could drink a whole pot. But his greatest love was his daughters.

   Joshua was preceded in death by his mother Janet F. Hernandez and his step father, the man who raised him Roy Dale Miller, Sr.

Survivors include his daughters Mackienze Storie, Candace Storie and Bridget Mitchell, all of Pilot Knob, MO; his ex-wife and the mother of his daughters Catherine Mitchell-Pilot Knob, MO; his sisters Josette Sturgill and husband Mickeal-Pound, VA and Susan Johnson and husband Jim-Annapolis, MO; his brothers Jonathan Timothy Christopher Miller and wife Jessica-Pound, VA and Roy Dale Miller, Jr. and wife Christy-Pacific, MO; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

  The family has chosen cremation and there will be no public services.

  Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Joshua Christopher Mitchell.

WISE, VA – Patricia Anna Rose, 49, passed away peacefully 

Tuesday May 6, 2025 at her home. She was surrounded by her 

surrounded by her loving family.

   Patricia was of the Christian faith. She loved her family with 

everything in her and was happiest when she was doing something 

to help them. Patricia was a devoted homemaker, even though she 

had a masters degree, she chose to stay at home and raise her kids. 

She loved going to the STEPZ dance studio in Wise and helping with 

all the kids, she truly loved her dance babies. Patricia was very artistic, 

she enjoyed doing diamond art, especially diamond painting. She 

enjoyed watching the Hallmark Channel, and especially loved 

Christmas movies. Patricia liked winter time and snow, but really 

loved the beach and dolphins. She enjoyed the little things that 

make life fun. She will be greatly missed by all the kids that she 

helped and bye everyone that knew her. 

   Patricia will be reunited in eternity with her husband, Rick 

Alan Rose; and her mother Sandra (Harding) Rose Hillman.

   Survivors include her daughter Miracle Rose-Wise, VA; her 

sons Shane Rose-Wise, VA, Tyler Rose-Wise, VA and Bradley 

Rose-South Carolina; a grandchild Brexton Rose; her father 

David Goff-Spencer, WV; her sister Lisa Strouth (Ikey)-Wise, 

VA; her sister from another mother Crystal Hollinger (Turk)-

Big Stone Gap, VA; her brothers, Scott Hillman and wife Tonya- 

Norton, VA and Westlee "Pooh" Rose- wise, VA; special friends 

Courtney Estep-Appalachia, VA 

and Casandra Stanley-Wise, VA; her beloved hairless cat-Pixie; 

and a host of friends and relatives.

   Memorial services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday May 9, 

2025 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel.  The family will receive 

friends from 11:00 am until time of services.  

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

Anna Rose 

  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.