All Obituaries

Linda Lou Fitzwater, 76, of Kingsport Tennessee formerly of Oakvale died peacefully on Sunday July 18, 2021 at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport. She was born March 13, 1945 in Oakvale to the late Juanita Harry and Travis Harry, Linda loved people and crocheting. She had a passion for Elvis and loved her family very much. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Robert (Bobby) Fitzwater, her son Robbie Fitzwater and her siblings, Junior Harry, Steve Harry,...

Joel Lane Combs Sr., 65, of Lexington, NC went to be with the Lord July 17, 2021. Born September 29, 1955, in Denton, NC. He was the son of the late Amelia “Ann” Long, and Clallan “Ray” Combs (Virginia “Mama Jean” Combs).Joel was a construction worker by trade. He loved art, music, cars, and the country. Joel is survived by his children, Joel L. Combs Jr. (Renee), Lakeisha Gainey (Brian), Sabrina Long (Joey), Josh Long (Lacey), Matthew Long, Justin Combs...

James “Jimmy” H. Oxley, Jr, son of the late James Oxley, Sr and Mona Meadows Oxley was born August 16, 1944 in Princeton, WV.  He was a graduate of Oakvale High School with the class of 1962, a former member of the Mercer County Board of Education and a lifelong follower of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Early on the morning of July 4, 2021, he left this earth for his new life in Heaven after a long battle with Inclusion Body Myositis. He is survived by his...

Ashley Nichole Hammonds, 37, of Lerona, died suddenly April 13, 2021 at her residence. Born August 22, 1983 in Princeton, the daughter of Marlene Pendelton and Jessie Hammonds. Ashley loved being outside. She loved making her house a home, and cooking. But most of all she loved her family. In addition to her parents, she is survived by light of her world her son Dakota Ryan Caldwell. Fiancé James Caldwell Jr. Stepchildren Dereck Caldwell and wife Darlene, and Tabitha Caldwell. Sisters...

Margaret E. Davis, 75, of Princeton, passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021, after her courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born October 3, 1945 in Glen Lyn, Virginia, Margaret was the daughter of the late Fred and Audessa Thompson. She was a graduate of Narrows High School where she was a member of the Choral Group. Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and homemaker. While her health still permitted, she loved working on her roses, cooking, photography,...

Jeffrey C. Whittaker born May 9, 1953 to Elijah and Billie Elmore Whittaker of Greasy Ridge died on April 8, 2021.  He was preceded in death by both parents and a niece.  He is survived by one daughter, Elesha Whittaker and 1 brother, John of Florida, 3 sisters, Patricia Schurr of Texas, Diana Stillman of Michigan and  Barbara Paul of Virginia, 2 nieces and 7 nephews.  He was a member of Elmore Union Church on Greasy Ridge where a memorial service will be held on May 9,...

Steven Lynn Dove, 46, of Princeton died peacefully on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Princeton Community Hospital. He was born January 23, 1975 in Princeton, WV to Sandra Dove and the late Clarence Dove. Steven loved to go dig for ginseng, fishing, and hunting. He is preceded in death by his brother Calvin Akers.  In addition to his mother Steven is survived by his sons Austin and Dakota Dove. Siblings David Dove and wife April, Teressa Brinkley and husband Doug, Michelle Akers and husband...

Jimmy Wayne Thompson, 48, of Kellysville died peacefully on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Princeton Community Hospital. He was born August 17, 1972 in Princeton, WV to Theresa Thompson and the late James Robert Thompson. Jimmy loved fishing and camping. He also loved working out in his garden.  In addition to his mother Jimmy is survived by his sons whom he loved very much Garrett and wife Angel Thompson, and Ryan Thompson. Sister Deanna Radford and husband William. Niece and Nephews...

Private services will be held. 

“Where Could I Go But To The Lord” Marvin Patterson Thompson “Slim” 83, of Moneta, VA, went to rest with the Lord on February 24, 2021. Born October 8, 1937 in Glen Lyn, VA, he was the son of the late Cecil and Pauline Thompson. Marvin was a 1956 graduate of Narrows High School. He moved to Baltimore in 1962 to become an outside electrical worker with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW Local #70) and continued for thirty-seven years before...