Obituaries

Anna Schulz Koehnke, 90, of Covington and formerly of Moriah Center, NY, passed away Tuesday August 15, 2017 at the Brian Center in Low Moor. She was born September 19, 1926 in Cuxhaven, Germany, a daughter of the late Julius Hinrich Amandus Schulz and Anna Christina Mahler Schulz. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Peter Koehnke; a sister Matilde Schoel and a brother Werner Schulz. Mrs. Koehnke immigrated from Germany after World War II. She was a former Assistant Administrator at the Montessori School in Annadale, VA . Mrs. Koehnke was a member of Mt. Moriah Presbyterian Church Port Henry, NY. For a number of years she operated a Day Care Center from her home. Surviving are her three daughters and sons-in-law, Anna Christina and Robert Bruce of Crown Point, NY; Heide and Leo Mulcahy and Susanne and Nelson Clark, all of Covington; nine grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; two sisters, Ilse Muhlenbruch of Hanover, Germany and Martha Hammack of Lake Wal...

Martha Lewis Wilkerson, 83, of 4403 Dunlap Creek Road, died, Monday, August 14, 2017, at Lewis Gale- Alleghany Hospital in Low Moor. She was born August 22, 1933, in Alleghany County, a daughter of the late Lee and Edith Birley Lewis. In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Wilkerson, in 2014 and also by 3 sisters and 5 brothers. Mrs. Wilkerson was a member of the former Dunlap Creek Home Demonstration Club, a founding member of the former Dunlap Creek 4-H Club, a member of the Rainbow Garden Club and a Lifetime member of Palestine Presbyterian Chapel where she served as an Elder and Sunday School Superintendent. Surviving are two Sons, Gary Wilkerson and his Wife, Mitzi, and Dale A. Wilkerson, all of Covington; two Daughters, Donna English and her Husband, Harry of Moneta and Peggy Parks and her Husband, William, of Concord, NC; five grandchildren, Brian McGuire of Moneta; Ashley English of Daleville; Travis Parks of Concord, NC; Erin and Ow...

Kendall Lee Dolan, 60, of Covington passed away Monday, August 14, 2017 at his residence. He was born April 19, 1957 a son of the late Harold Russell and Mary Lemon Dolan. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Joyce Reynolds Dolan and a brother Harold Michael Dolan. Kendall was retired from Westrock as an Operations Specialist on the # 2 Paper Machine after 33 years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman, and loved spending time on Peter's Mountain and at the Bear Walla Hunt Club where he was a lifelong member and treasurer for the club. Kendall was clearly treasured by many and will be greatly missed. Surviving are his wife of 17 years, Rhonda Downes Dolan of Covington; a special son, David Reynolds; Two step children, Michael Knick (Gina); Amie Knick (Travis); two grandchildren, Jakob Knick and Luna Knick; one brother, Gary Dolan and his wife Sherri; a special brother in-law Dude Downes; brother in-law Coite Beirne and a sister-in-law, Debbie Dolan; several...

Jimmy Lee Moorhead, 76, of 214 Dusty's Road, died, Sunday, August 13, 2017. He was born June 25, 1941 in Zuni, New Mexico, a son of the late Leslie and Authulla McGowen Moorhead. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Howard Moorhead and by three sisters, Nina Valdez, Wanda Needels and an infant sister. Mr. Moorhead served his country with the United States Army. He was formerly employed as a Maintenance Mechanic for Foster Farms. He was a member of Good News Church. In his free time he loved to go fishing, drink coffee and eat ice cream. He love spending time with his Children, Grandchildren and his Great Grandchildren Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Judy Wires Moorhead of Covington; two daughters, Cindee Noel and her husband Steve of Covington; Kim Allen of Tacoma, WA; one son, Dan Chumley and Arlene of Colorado; six grandchildren, Ross Noel and his wife Claire of Decatur, IL Madison Noel and Parker Noel both of Covington; Ethan Chumley and Aspen Ch...

Gerald Eugene "Jerry" Blankenship, 75, of 205 E. Oak Street died Saturday, August 12, 2017, in Lewis Gale Medical Center at Salem. Mr. Blankenship was born May 23, 1942, in Alleghany County a son of late Charles Mason Meadows and Mildred Blankenship Meadows. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a Brother, David Meadows. He had retired as a dispatcher with the Covington Fire Department after 28 years of service. He was a member of the Johnson Creek ARP Church. Jerry enjoyed fishing and going to the Lumberjacks baseball games. Surviving are his Wife of 43 years, Peggy Wolfe Blankenship, of Covington; two Sisters and Brothers-in-law, Wanda and Johnny Martin of Simpsonville, SC, and Alice and Glen White of Covington; his Sister-in-law, Ermine Meadows of Covington ; his Brother-in-law, Ryland Wolfe and his wife Marylen of Clifton Forge and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Arritt Funeral Ho...

Wesley Monroe Keith, 70, of 5210 Indian Draft Rd., died, Friday August 11, 2017 at his residence. Mr. Keith was born April 15, 1947 in Alleghany County, the son of the late Glenn and Jeanette Gadd Keith. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Ann Johnson Keith, in 2010 and a Son-in-law, James Shinault, in 2015. Wesley had retired as an Equipment Operator for the AA Conner Construction Company in Roanoke. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War with the U. S. Army. Surviving are two Daughters, Loretta Shinault of Covington and Sharon Hovanski and Husband, Joe, of Wilmington, NC; two Grandchildren Jaime Bruce of Covington and Christie Alvaro and her Husband, Dennis, of North Port, FL, 4 Great Grandchildren, one sister Carolyn Brazil of Amherst, two brothers Robert Keith of Covington and Clifford Keith and his wife Ruth of Clifton Forge, and a number of nieces and nephews. In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. A memorial service will be held Monday,...

Karen Elaine Hall, 52, of Dolly Ann Apartments died Thursday, August 10, 2017, at her residence. She was born June 1, 1965, in Alleghany County a daughter of Roy E. "Pepper" Hall, Jr. of Covington and the late Janice Faye Damewood Hall. She was a member of the Good News Church and enjoyed crafting, painting, crocheting and trying new recipes in her kitchen. She had worked at the former Sports Center and The Shoe Box store in Covington. Surviving, in addition to her Father, are her Daughter , Meghan Hall, of Covington; her Son, Aaron Osborne and his Wife, Ashley, of Covington; three grandchildren, Deliah Osborne, Hunter Osborne and Sophia Viruet, all of Covington; two Sisters and Brothers-in-law, Debra and Todd Botkin and Tammy and Daniel Harmon, all of Covington, and several nieces and nephews. In keeping with her wishes, her body has been cremated. A Memorial Service will be held Friday August 25, 2017 at 6:00 PM in the Good News Church. The family will receive their friends at the r...

Pamela Bennington McCormack, of 1427 S. Carolton Drive, died Wednesday August 9, 2017 at her residence. She was born June 23, 1955 in Waynesboro, the daughter of the late Raymond K. and Ruth Jean Kent Bennington. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Bill McCormack and a sister-in-law, Gwen Lindsey. Pam was member of the last graduating class of Madison College in Harrsionburg, now known as JMU. She was Teacher for 27 years, retiring in 2014 from City of Covington School System. Pam was an active member of Granbery Memorial United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Adult Choir,the Circle of the Church and the Outreach Program. Surviving are her husband of 41 years, Bobby McCormack of Covington; her daughter and son-in-law, Megan and James Rivero of Richmond; her son and daughter in-law, Ryan and Sarah McCormack of Roanoke; two grandchildren, Addison and Kellan; one brother and sister - in-law, Tim Bennington and his wife, Barbara of Covingto...

Pamela Bennington McCormack, of 1427 S. Carolton Drive, died Wednesday August 9, 2017 at her residence. She was born June 23, 1955 in Waynesboro, the daughter of the late Raymond K. and Ruth Jean Kent Bennington. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Bill McCormack and a sister-in-law, Gwen Lindsey. Pam was member of the last graduating class of Madison College in Harrsionburg, now known as JMU. She was Teacher for 27 years, retiring in 2014 from City of Covington School System. Pam was an active member of Granbery Memorial United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Adult Choir,the Circle of the Church and the Outreach Program. Surviving are her husband of 41 years, Bobby McCormack of Covington; her daughter and son-in-law, Megan and James Rivero of Richmond; her son and daughter in-law, Ryan and Sarah McCormack of Roanoke; two grandchildren, Addison and Kellan; one brother and sister - in-law, Tim Bennington and his wife, Barbara of Co...

Michael Anthony Brown, 47 of Columbus OH and formerly of Covington, died Saturday August 5, 2017. He was born September 4, 1970 in Covington, to the late James L. Brown and Brenda Retha Jeter Brown. Michael was a graduate of Covington High School. Surviving are his brother James "June Bug" Brown Jr. of Covington two sisters Rohtonda Brown and Monica Brown both of Roanoke, a very special friend Angie Gent of Columbus OH; children that Michael helped raise, Sanasha Aegling , Tangie Gent, and William Beivens all of Columbus Oh and a grandson, William Drake of Columbus. A funeral service will be conducted Friday morning at 11:O0 am at Gospel Tabernacle Church of God in Christ, with Elder Pete Moore officiating. Following the service his body will be cremated. The family will receive their friends one hour before service. Arrangements are in trusted to Arritt Funeral Home....

Michael Anthony Brown, 47 of Columbus OH and formerly of Covington, died Saturday August 5, 2017. He was born September 4, 1970 in Covington, to the late James L. Brown and Brenda Retha Jeter Brown. Michael was a graduate of Covington High School. Surviving are his brother James "June Bug" Brown Jr. of Covington two sisters Rohtonda Brown and Monica Brown both of Roanoke, a very special friend Angie Gent of Columbus OH; children that Michael helped raise, Sanasha Aegling , Tangie Gent, and William Beivens all of Columbus Oh and a grandson, William Drake of Columbus. A funeral service will be conducted Friday morning at 11:O0 am at Gospel Tabernacle Church of God in Christ, with Elder Pete Moore officiating. Following the service his body will be cremated. The family will receive their friends one hour before service. Arrangements are in trusted to Arritt Funeral Home. Visitation Information Date: Friday, August 11, 2017 Time: 8/9/17 10:00 am...

Robert Lacy "Baldy" Tucker, Sr., 62, of 600 Montgomery Knob Road died Saturday, July 29, 2017, in Lewis Gale Alleghany Hospital at Low Moor. Mr. Tucker was born June 30, 1955, in Alleghany County a son of Raymond C. "Jim" Tucker, Sr. and Nadine Bailey Tucker of Covington. He was preceded in death by his Wife, Marie Persinger Tucker, in 2006. Baldy had retired as a machine operator for D.D Kerns Construction Company after a number of years with the company. He was a member of Mountain Valley United Methodist Church. Surviving in addition to his parents are two Sons, Robert L. "Ball" Tucker, Jr. and his Wife, April, and Brian Tucker and his Wife, Heather, all of Covington; one Daughter, Sarah Brinkley and her Husband Josh, of Covington; grandchildren, Austin Tucker, Kristen Tucker, Kayleigh Tucker, Kaitlyn Tucker, Nathan Tucker, Kyler Brinkley and L.J. Brinkley; one Brother, Raymond C. Tucker, Jr. of Covington; three Sisters, Rose "Boo" and Randy Selleck, Helen "Sister" and Charlie Sell...