Obituaries

James Leroy Goode, Sr., 80 of 135 N. Monroe Ave., passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at Lewis Gale Alleghany Hospital in Low Moor. He was born August 12, 1935 in Virginia, a son to the late Hampton and Hattie Goode. In addition to his parents, Mr. Goode was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Mr. Goode retired from MeadWestvaco in the Boiler Room. He was a member of Pine Street Baptist Church where was a member of the Men's Fellowship and the Usher Board. He was a dedicated family man, an avid Outdoorsman, and a huge Washington Redskins Fan. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Doris Umbles Goode of Covington; six children, James L. Goode, Jr. of Hopewell; John Goode and his wife Yvette of Covington; Abraham Almeen Goode of Fort Washington, Jennifer Cobb Hill and Larry, Jr. of Covington, Rhonda Goode of White Sulphur Springs, WV and Melissa Goode of Covington; nine grandchildren, Maurice Goode and Jaron Goode both of Covington; Candice Walker and husband Daryl Smith of...

Matthew Leonard "Matt" Paxton, 31, of 1534 S. Howard Ave. died Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at Carilioin Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke. Matt was born January 25, 1985, in Alleghany County a Son of Gary and Tanya Mays Brackenbridge of Covington. He had been employed for the past two years with Hammond-Mitchell, Inc. in Covington. Surviving in addition to his parents are his Wife, Sara Haynes Paxton, of Covington; two Brothers and Sisters-in-law, Stephen and Charlee Bland and Jason and Laura Brackenridge, al of Covington; his Sister, Christy Paxton of Staunton; four nieces and nephews, Cadence Bland, Sawyer Bland, Casey Mountcastle and Matt Sink; his Maternal Grandparents, Berkley and Mary Mays of Covington; his Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Jimmy and Jenny Haynes, of Covington; his Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law, Kelly and Nolan Southall, of Covington; aunts, uncles and cousins Britt and Karen Mays, Krystal Mays, Rebecca Mays, Gail Mays, Krist Walker, Tiffany Thomas, Devon ...

Audrey Wright Barner, 68, of 309 Jonestown Road, went home to be with the Lord, on Sunday August 7, 2016 following an extended illness. She was born December 12, 1947, in Alleghany County a daughter of the late Harry Wright and Shirley Wright LaDue. Audrey was a graduate of Alleghany County High School and Leonard's School of Beauty in Richmond, VA. She was a member of Lone Star Baptist Church and her hobbies were painting and working in her flower beds. She is survived by her Husband of 49 years, Richard (Dick) Barner, two Sons, Rick Barner and his Wife, Tracy, of Covington and Tony Barner and his Wife, Lisa, of Union, WV; four grandchildren, Cameron Barner and Kaitlyn Barner of Covington, Scott Barner of Martinsburg, WV and Lauren Barner of Fairmont, WV, her Sister, Rhonda Lockhart and her husband, Ray, of Martinsville; her Bother, Gary Wright of Covington; cousins who were raised in the home and thought of as siblings, Jerry Steele and his Wife, Ginny, of Charlottesville, and Anne ...

Cora "Butch" Caldwell, 78, of Sweet Chalybeate, passed away on August 6, 2016, surrounded by family at St. Mary's Hospital in St Louis, MO. She was born October 2, 1938 in Zanesville, Ohio. Butch was preceded in death by the love of her life, William "Bill" Caldwell, and is coming home to be laid to rest beside him. Butch spent her last journey in life holding her great grandchildren, enjoying her first professional baseball game, bowling, critiquing "DWTS" performances with Kathleen, teaching the jitterbug, and enjoying an occasional glass of wine with her family. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Chris Bell; grandchildren, Elena and Joseph Ubben, Thomas Janicik, Michael Bell and Erika Bell all of St Louis; daughter, Terry Swanger, grandchildren Ben and Allison Swanger; Erin Swanger and Kevin Taylor; great grandchildren, Aiden Swanger, Aubriella Taylor and Aryanna Taylor all of Columbus, OH; son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Christina Caldwell and grandchildren ...

Carol Ann Carpenter Lipes,73, of Salem Health and Rehabilitation Center died Wednesday July 27, 2016, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was formerly of Covington. She was born June 10, 1943, in Leonard Town, Maryland, a daughter of Mildred Taylor Carpenter of Low Moor and the late Lawrence Eugene Carpenter. In addition to her Father, Carol was preceded in death by a sister, Frances Jerman, in 2009. Carol was a graduate of Covington High School. She was employed at the former Buddy and Sonny's Restaurant in Covington and also at Geico Government Ins. in Maryland. She enjoyed skating, singing and spending time with her family. In addition to her mother, she is survived by a Daughter and Son-in-law, Carol Lynette and Dwaine Lawhorn of Fort Mill, SC; one grandson, Jason Lawhorn of Fort Mill, SC; two sisters, Linda Hippert and her Husband, Richie Hippert, Sr., and her Guardian, L. Gail Elson and her Husband, Jeff, all of Covington; one brother, Michael Carpenter and his Wife, Hild...

Claudette Clapsaddle Wince, 69, of 3702 Potts Creek Road died Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Mrs. Wince was born May 23, 1947, in Clifton Forge a daughter of the late Thomas R. and Bernice Snyder Clapsaddle. She was a licensed beautician and had worked in several area beauty shops. She had retired from the Covington Walmart store in 2001. She is survived by her Husband of 47 years, Daniel Wince, of Covington; her Sister, Trina Clapsaddle, of Covington; her Brother, Tommy Clapsaddle, of Covington; Nephews Robert Thomas ; Dwayne Clapsaddle and Patrick Clapsaddle, all of Covington and several great nieces and nephews. In keeping with her wishes, her body has been cremated. The funeral service will be held Saturday evening, July 30, 2016, at 6:00 PM in the Chapel of Arritt Funeral Home with the Rev Howard Merrell officiating. The family will receive their friends following the service at Arritt Funeral Home. The family suggests that donations in Mrs. Wince's name be made to DaVita Covington Di...

Mary Ann Humphries Sizer, of 9207 Potts Creek Rd., died Monday, July 25, 2016, at her residence. She was born in Alleghany County, a daughter of the late George Howard Humphries and Rosa Crowder Humphries. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Sizer was preceded in death by her Husband, Andrew Walker Sizer, in 1970 and also by two sisters, Violet Loan and Lula Mae Paxton and one brother, Jimmy Humphries. Mrs. Sizer had retired as Teacher's Aide from the former Boling Springs Elementary School. She was a member of the Pinnell Chapel United Methodist Church and the Retired Teacher's Association. Surviving are her son, Rick Sizer and Teresa Howard of Covington; two granddaughters, Stacy Hitchcock and her husband Russ, of Salem and Heather McGrady and Mike Bryant of Covington; six great grandchildren, Logan Hitchcock, Maddy Hitchcock; Zack Sizer; Zane Staggs; Walker McGrady and Kaleigh Bryant one sister Vivian Kimberlin and her husband Tommy of Covington and several nieces and nephews. The fun...

Emma Josephine Childs Powell, 95, of Covington passed away Thursday, July 21, 2016 at the Brian Center in Low Moor. Jo was born October 22, 1920, in Fincastle, a daughter of the late James G. and Mary Riddlebarger Childs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her Husband of 40 years, John Leslie Powell; a Daughter, Susan Saul, and four sisters and two brothers. She was an employee of the former Leggett Department Store in Covington for many years. Jo was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and had been a charter member of Temple Baptist Church. She was a member of the Women's Mission group at Calvary Baptist Church and dearly loved all her friends in the group. Mrs. Powell loved to garden, cook and entertain during the holidays. She was a devoted homemaker, mother and grandmother. Surviving are her Daughter and special Son-in-law, Rosemary and Charlie Simmons, of Covington; two beloved grandsons, Brian S. Simmons of Roanoke and John D. Saul and his wife, Lori B...

Emma Josephine Childs Powell, 95, of Covington passed away Thursday, July 21, 2016 at the Brian Center in Low Moor. Jo was born October 22, 1920, in Fincastle, a daughter of the late James G. and Mary Riddlebarger Childs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her Husband of 40 years, John Leslie Powell; a Daughter, Susan Saul, and four sisters and two brothers. She was an employee of the former Leggett Department Store in Covington for many years. Jo was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and had been a charter member of Temple Baptist Church. She was a member of the Women's Mission group at Calvary Baptist Church and dearly loved all her friends in the group. Mrs. Powell loved to garden, cook and entertain during the holidays. She was a devoted homemaker, mother and grandmother. Surviving are her Daughter and special Son-in-law, Rosemary and Charlie Simmons, of Covington; two beloved grandsons, Brian S. Simmons of Roanoke and John D. Saul and his wife, Lori Beth, o...

George Guy Puffenbarger, 77, of Low Moor, died, Friday July 15, 2016, in Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born March 13, 1939 in Highland Co., the son of the late Thornton G. Puffenbarger and Bessie Lambert Puffenbarger. In addition to his parents, he preceded in death by two sisters Dolly Andrews, Mary Andrews, and two brothers Clifford Puffenbarger and Robert Puffenbarger. Surviving are his niece Michele Hylton and husband Jon of Low Moor to whom he made his home with. Also surviving a brother-in-law Wayne Andrews of Covington; a sister-in-law Shirley Puffenbarger of Hot Springs and a number nieces and nephews. In keeping with his wishes his body has been cremated. A memorial service will be Monday at 6:00 PM in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Todd Lynn officiating. The family will receive their friends following the service. Memorial contribution can be made to the Alleghany Humane Society P.O. Box 60, Low Moor, VA. 24457. Service Monday, July 18, 2016 0...

Alice Miller "Kitten" Tingler, 69, of 6715 Potts Creek Road, died Wednesday July 13, 2016 at her residence. She was born June 3, 1947 in Clifton Forge, a daughter of the late Raymond Odie Miller and Roxie May Wolfe Miller. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph E. Tingler in 1992 and also by a brother, Marvin Tingler and a brother-in-law, Marshall Hadden. Mrs. Tingler was a machine operator with the former Halmode, Inc. She was an avid Redskins fan. Surviving are three sons, Richard E. Tingler and Laura Wilson; Ronnie L. Tingler; Raymond L. Tingler, all of Covington; one daughter, Rhonda Martin of Roanoke; Grandchildren, Richard F. and Trysta Tingler; Shawn and Shantell Tingler; R.J. Tingler; Austin Evans; Darrian Tucker and Nick Tingler; four great grandchildren; one brother Reginald “Buddy” Miller of Lynchburg; four sisters, Margaret and Jimmy Jeffries of Iron Gate; Janet Isley and Dale Terry of Covington; Juanite Hedden of Winston-Salem, NC...

Alice Miller "Kitten" Tingler, 69, of 6715 Potts Creek Road, died Wednesday July 13, 2016 at her residence. She was born June 3, 1947 in Clifton Forge, a daughter of the late Raymond Odie Miller and Roxie May Wolfe Miller. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph E. Tingler in 1992 and also by a brother, Marvin Tingler and a brother-in-law, Marshall Hadden. Mrs. Tingler was a machine operator with the former Halmode, Inc. She was an avid Redskins fan. Surviving are three sons, Richard E. Tingler and Laura Wilson; Ronnie L. Tingler; Raymond L. Tingler, all of Covington; one daughter, Rhonda Martin of Roanoke; Grandchildren, Richard F. and Trysta Tingler; Shawn and Shantell Tingler; R.J. Tingler; Austin Evans; Darrian Tucker and Nick Tingler; four great grandchildren; one brother Reginald "Buddy" Miller of Lynchburg; four sisters, Margaret and Jimmy Jeffries of Iron Gate; Janet Isley and Dale Terry of Covington; Juanite Hedden of Winston-Salem, NC and J...