Obituaries

Mary Ann Tucker Bowen, age 81, of Covington, died Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Lewis Gale Hospital Alleghany.

Mary Ann was born, June 1, 1943, in Alleghany County, and was preceded in death by her parents, the late Harry Mark Tucker and Virginia Wright Tucker Bowen; her husband, Luther Bowen; and a sister, Zetta Martin.

Surviving are two daughters, Teresa (Carl) Simmons and Charlotte Ann (Lonnie) Hepler both of Covington; a son, Phillip Wayne (Tina) May of Covington; eleven grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; several step-children and step-grandchildren; three brothers, James Tucker, Harry Lewis (Deb) Tucker and Ellis Tucker, all of Covington; and numerous other family members.

For many years she worked at the former Halmode, Inc. in Covington as a seamstress. She enjoyed spe...

Eugene Walter Crowder, age 85, of Covington, passed away, Monday, February 17, 2025, at Pheasant Ridge Memory Center - Senior Care Center in Roanoke.

Eugene was born July 10, 1939, and was preceded in death by his parents, the late Charlie Crowder and Mildred Bowen Crowder; a lifelong companion Gloria Dressler; three sisters, Georgia Johnson, Shelby Crizer and Irene Glenn; a favorite nephew, Michael (Spud) Slayton; and a niece, Kathy Glenn.

Surviving to mourn his loss is, Marie Slayton of Covington; two adopted nieces, Debbie Johnson of Covington and Donna Rudgers of Orlando, Florida.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 21, 2025 at Alleghany Memorial Park with Chris Fisher officiating.

Family and friends can gather at Arritt Funeral Home on Friday from 12:30...

Robert Lee “Robbie” Church, Jr., age 63, passed away February 17, 2025, at his residence.

Robbie was born, June 28, 1961, in Alleghany County to Robert L. Church, Sr. and Phyllis Grimm Church of Covington.

Other than his parents, those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Toni Anne Thompson Church; three sons, Lee Church and wife Sarah of Hot Springs, Michael Church of Covington, Brandon Church and wife Crista of Covington; grandchildren, Kylie Church and Sam, Erika and Ashton, Cameron, Hunter, Kennedy, Lexi and Maddie; brothers Tony Church and wife Melissa, Steve Church and wife Ana; numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; a dear friend R.C. Cole and his beloved dog Roscoe.

In Robbie’s spare time he loved hunting and attending his kids and grandkids sporting events. Robbie was a loving son, husband, fathe...

Marilyn Hoke Tucker, age 79, of Covington, died Friday, February 14, 2025, at her residence.

She was born December 4, 1945 in Laurel Maryland, and was preceded in death by her parents, the late Everette and Lelia Hoke; her husband, Everett M. Tucker; a daughter, Clara Walton; and also an infant sister and Betty Bowen.

She retired as a teachers aid at the YMCA.

She leaves to mourn a companion, Curtis Broughfman; a daughter, Susan (Tab) Fridley; three sons, Everett (Reba) Tucker, James L. Tucker and Matthew (Sarah) Tucker all of Covington; a brother, Alvin (Patricia) Hoke; a sister Emma Boswell both of Maryland; seven grandchildren, Mellisa O'Conner, Jimmy Walton Jr., David Wayne Tucker, Christina Davis, Lisa Tucker,James Fridley IV and Brandon Walton. She also leaves behind 14 Great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and ...

Lisa Terry Hayslett, age 58, of Covington, died Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Roanoke.

She was born August 1, 1966 in Greenbrier County, and was preceded in death by her mother, the late Diane Terry Long; and a daughter, Sarah Rhodes.

Lisa was a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant until her early retirement. She found great joy in her later years indulging in crafts and creative hobbies.

She leaves to mourn her life two daughters, April Rhodes, and Melanie Marks both of Covington; six grandchildren, Destiny Marks, Owen Sturdibant, Sarah Fleshman, Nevaeh Marks, Addyson Bolton and Emalynn Nicely; two great grandchildren and also surviving are other family members.

In keeping with Ms. Hayslett’s wishes her body has been cremated and a service will be he...

Cheryl Lynette Cale, age 57, of Covington, died Friday, February 7, 2025 at Bath County Community Hospital.

She was born July 27, 1967 in Alleghany County, and she was preceded in death by her parents, the late Ronald W. Cale Sr. and Judith Smith Cale.

She loved listening to Elvis Presley and was a fan of race car driver, Jimmy Johnson.

She leaves to mourn her loss two brothers, Chipper Cale and Mathew Cale; and a sister, Kerry Weade all of Covington. Also surviving are aunts, uncles and cousins.

In keeping with her wishes, her body has been cremated.

A service will be held at a later date.

Arritt Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Deniece Marie Hubbard, age 59, died February 7, 2025. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and arrangements have been entrusted to Arritt Funeral Home.

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Shirley Bowes McFadden Sizemore, age 86, of Covington, died Thursday, February 6, 2025 at her residence.

She was born November 21, 1938, in Greenbrier County, and was preceded in death by her parents, the late Blanchard Bowes and Mary Dotson Bowes; five sisters and four brothers.

Shirley enjoyed being a homemaker and raising her children until they started school; then she went to work as a supervisor at Bonanza in Covington and retired from the Covington Pizza Hut as a general manager.  She loved gardening, pulling weeds and especially enjoyed bird watching.

She leaves to mourn her loss a son, Larry McFadden; two daughters, Barbara (Tim) Bennington, and Brenda (Jeff) Lowe all of Covington; one grandchild who was her pride and joy, Chase Bratton of Mooresville, NC; two bonus grandchildren, Caleb Lowe of Harrisonburg a...

Alice Webb St. Clair, age 75, of Selma, died Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at her residence.

She was born April 19, 1949, in Alleghany County, and was preceded in death by her parents, the late John A. Webb and Meredith Fleshman Smith; her husband, Huston E. St. Clair; and a sister, Ella Jamison.

For many years she was employed as a seamstress at the former Halmode, Inc. in Covington.   Alice was an active member of her church, Epworth United Methodist in Selma where she served as president of the Women of the Church. She enjoyed sewing so much, during Covid she graciously made masks for everyone.

Leaving to mourn her loss is a daughter, Rose Wright; a grandson, Charlie Fisher, both of Selma; a sister, Gaye Lynn Barnes of Ohio; a special friend, Lois Calender of Franklin County and numerous other family members.

Eva Watson Dressler Winker, of Clifton Forge, passed away at the Woodlands Nursing Home on Monday, February 1, 2025 at the age of 92.

Eva was born April 9, 1932, in Monroe County, WV to the late Ralph and Beulah Waston.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ardith Dressler; her second husband, Dwight Winkler; a son, Randy Dressler; a daughter, Marie Harmeling; brothers, William Watson, Delmis Watson, Wilbur Watson, Robert Watson, Homer Watson, and Edgar Watson; and one sister, Helen Kern.

She is survived by her son, Cecil Dressler; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four brothers, Richard Watson, Ralph Watson, Ed Watson, and Franklin Watson; five sisters, Elsie Roth, Virginia Ousley, Janet Hayslett, Alma Midgett, and Brenda Andrews.

In accordance with h...

James “Jay” Edward Ewing, age 87, died February 3, 2025, at the Davis McDaniel Veterans Care Center in Roanoke.

James was born, July 28, 1937, in Victor, WV, and was preceded in death by his parents, the late Hattie Skaggs Ewing Wood and Edgar Ewing.

He leaves to mourn his loss his loving wife, Esther Nida Ewing of Covington; one son, Michael (Amber) Ewing of Myrtle Beach, SC; four grandchildren, Annabell, Christopher, Abigail and Alexander; two sisters, Pat Davis and Brenda Appleby; a brother, Allen (Gay) Wood all of Victor, WV; the Nida family and a host of other family members.

James worked at the former Hercules, Inc. and retired from the AET Corporation as an operator.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Arritt Funera...

Robert Leslie Glendye, 92, of Bacova, died Saturday, January 25, 2025 at his residence.

He was born May 15, 1932, in Staunton, a son of the late Leslie and Joan Bradburn Glendye. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Ballenge.

Robert worked for many years in the maintenance department at the Omni Homestead in Hot Springs. He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church and was a proud member of the VFW Post 1499 in Lexington. He proudly served his country during the Korean War.

Survivors include his wife, Glenda Smith Glendye, of Bacova; a son, Steve (Terry) Glendye of Florida; one stepson, Lee (Amanda) Forbes of Verona; three grandchildren, Anna L., Christopher C. and Ashley P. Glendye; six great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; two sisters, Cindy (Leroy) Grant and Barbara Glendy...