Obituaries

Robert Wayne “Bobby” Byer, Jr., 59, of Covington, died Friday, October 6, 2023 at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem.

Mr. Byer was born April 26, 1964, in Alleghany County, a son of the late Robert W. Byer, Sr. and Arletta Tingler Griffith.

Bobby was employed as a truck driver for Team Carriers, Inc. for many years. He loved hunting and being outdoors and was a well-known car and truck enthusiast. He attended Cliffdale Christian Church.

Surviving are his wife, Anita Bowen Byer of Covington; three sons, Robert (Caitlin) Cash, Dustin (Kellie) Cash, all of Covington, and Johnny (Rachael) Ward of Daleville; two daughters, , Darrian (Sheila) Tucker of Covington, Priscilla (John) Malone of Spruce Pine, NC; grandchildren, Brady, Carper, Dillon, Savannah, Gracie, Quincy, Dixon, Chase, Cameron, Kaylee, Colton, Alice, Avery, and Jenn...

Marshall Wayne Jeter, age 70, of Covington, died October 6, 2023, at his residence.

Mr. Jeter was born June 5, 1953, in Covington, a son of the late Armistead and Doris Chapman Jeter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by two sisters, Gloria Jeter, and Brenda Brown: 5 brothers, Curtis Jeter, Armistead Jeter, Jr., David Jeter, Roderick Jeter, and Stacey Jeter; two nephews, Carlos Jeter and Ricardo (Ricky) Jeter.

Marshall was employed as a 1st operator at Ingevity for many years. He was a member of Pine Street Baptist Church, and an avid Pittsburg Steelers Fan. He loved and adored his family.

Surviving is his wife, Diane Wright Jeter of Covington; a daughter, Shawnta (Deantatony Jones) Jeter of Covington; one grandson, X’avier Jones of Covington; stepchildren, Meisha Henderson, William Hen...

Bonnie Lee (Amos) Griffith, 82, of Kanawha Trail died Thursday October 5, 2023. Mrs. Griffith was born July 24, 1941, in Rock Camp, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Lewis Claude Amos Sr. and the late Mildred Lucille (Pyne) Amos. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years Harold Ephraim Griffith, a brother Lewis Amos Jr. and a sister Gay Howard. She retired from The Greenbrier Clinic in White Sulphur Springs after 34 years. She was a member of Calvary Christian Church in Covington. Family meant the world to Bonnie, and her three grandsons were the center of her world. Nothing would light her face up like the sound or sight of Christopher, Erik or Mason. She was so proud of all three of them. They would never leave her house hungry or without lots of hugs. In the neighborhood, Bonnie was well known for tirelessly working to keep the lawn looking spectacular. She could be seen weekly in the summer riding her lawn mower in her big straw hat and long slee...

Angela Dawn Graham Tucker, 49, of Lewisburg and formerly of Covington, died Wednesday, October 4, 2023.

Angela was born August 11, 1974, in Alleghany County, a daughter of Eloise Graham Webb Kriby. She was preceded in death by her fathers, Stephen Wayne Cooper and William “Billy” Webb, Jr; her mother-in-law, Rowena Tucker; and her son-in-law, Jasper Crawley, Jr.

Angie was the kindest person. She would give someone her last dollar or the shirt off her back if they needed it and she loved her kids and grandchildren more than anything. She always did her best to make sure they were all taken care of - a smile on her babies’ face was a smile on hers.

In addition to her mother, survivors include her daughters, Kayla (Gavin) Hunter, Chelsea Price, and Alexus Tucker (Deandre Heighter), all of Covington; a son, Kenneth Tucker III of Clarksburg, WV; grandchi...

Darel (Wolfie) Gene Wolfe, age 63, of Covington, died Sunday, October 1, 2023, at his residence.

Darel was born, December 17, 1959, in Alleghany County, a son of the late Stanford J. and Mary Lockhart Wolfe. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one brother, Jay Wolfe.

Darel was employed as a Team Leader at WestRock. In his spare was an avid outdoorsman and loved sharing quality time with his family.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 40 years, Sherry Hicks Wolfe of Covington; one son, Derrick Wolfe (Kayla Bess) of Covington; one daughter, Jeannie (Alan) Adkins of Covington; Kelly (Crist) Johnson of Covington; grandchildren, Shanna Adkins, Ashlynn Wolfe, Crista, Mayken and Boyd Johnson of Covington.

A funeral service ...

Ricardo Pierre (Ricky) Holloway, Sr., 64, of Roanoke, Va transitioned on October 1, 2023, following his battle with dementia.

Ricky was born May 6, 1959, in Clifton Forge, Va to Jean Holloway Godfrey and Joe Louis Smith. Ricky attended primary schools in Covington, Va, and graduated from Covington High School in 1977. Ricky attended Ferrum (Jr.) College. He was also a proud U.S. Army veteran.

Ricky is preceded in death by his mother, Jean Holloway Godfrey, and father, Joe Louis Smith. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Cynthia Holloway (Roanoke, Va). He leaves behind his sons Brian (Debra) Holloway (Fredericksburg, Va), Kevin (Lettisha) Holloway (Gainesville, Va), and Ricardo (Elly) Holloway, Jr. (Covington, Va). Ricky's treasured and loved grandchildren are Bria and Aden Holloway (Fredericksburg, Va), Dequon Rice (Oak Hill, WV), Tavien Holloway (Roanoke, Va)...

Daniel George Lippy, 81, of Covington, died Thursday, September 28, 2023 at his residence.

Surviving are his close friends, Glen Propps, of Covington; Melanie and Lee Maxey of Vinton; Amanda Propps of Covington; Remington and Allison Propps of Natural Bridge; Barret Propps and Alana Propps, both of Covington; Katie and John Iden of Richmond; Norma Rock of White Sulphur Springs; and special neighbors, Eric Livesay and Adam Hoke.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arritt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jack Edward Oden, Jr., 64, of Covington, died Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at his residence.

Jack was born October 6, 1958, in Olney, MD., a son of the late Jack E. Oden, Sr., and Peggy Carter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Randy McCarthy and Eddie Oden; special aunt and uncle, Shirley and Ralph Carter; and a nephew, Jerry Oden.

Mr. Oden was a professional painter by trade and worked with various companies throughout his life. He was a member of Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church. He was a lifelong Miami Dolphins and NASCAR fan. He was a family-oriented man, and especially enjoyed being with his grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife, Diana Lynn Oden of Covington; one son, Junior Peacock of Covington; a daughter, Nicole Peacock of Covington; grandchildren, Brandy Burton, Sebastian Burto...

Billy Joe Fox of Covington, VA, age 84 died Monday, September 25, 2023, at Lewis-Gale Montgomery Hospital.

Billy Joe was born, April 18, 1939, in Ronceverte, WVA and was preceded in death by his parents, Isabella Erskine Fox and Raymond Fox; a daughter, Debbie Bartley; and a sister.

Mr. Fox retired from AET and was also a former employee at Hercules, Inc and he servered in the United States Army. 

Surviving is his wife of 62 years, Sue Huffman Fox of Covington; one daughter, Diana Austin of Covington; and three grandchildren Kayla Maynard of Lancaster, PA, Justin Perdue of St. Mary, GA. and Jessica Wills, White Sulphur, WVA; and a brother, Ricky Fox of Ronceverte, WVA.

In keeping with his wishes his body has been cremated.

Dontae Deangelo Miller, age 18 of Covington, died Saturday, September 23, 2023, in West Virginia.

Dontae was born September 20, 2005, in Staunton, VA and was preceded in death by his parents, the late Johnny M. Miller, Sr. and Marion Miller.

He graduated from Alleghany High School in May of 2023 and was currently attending Bluefield State College in Bluefield, WV and enjoyed being on the wrestling team.

Dontae grew up in Potts Creek and is survived by his brothers, Shawn Miller, Travis Miller, Tim Miller of Covington, and John D. (Samantha) Miller of Charleston, S.C.; three nephews, Cohen, Hudson and Dylan and one niece Nora.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Arritt Funeral Home with the ...

Brenda Lockhart Paxton, 77, of Covington, died Friday, September 22, 2023, at Lewis Gale-Alleghany Hospital in Low Moor.

Brenda was born July 16, 1946, in Alleghany County, a daughter of the late Ben and Beatrice “Snookie” Rose Lockhart. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Howard “Junie” Paxton.

Mrs. Paxton was a personal caregiver for many years. She was a retired member of the Boiling Springs Fire and Rescue Ladies Auxiliary and the Boiling Springs Senior Club.

Surviving are her sons, Dwaine Paxton, and Ronnie (Sandy) Paxton, both of Covington; grandchildren, Shane (Samantha) Byer, Justin (Kayla) Paxton, Kyle Paxton, Ben (Keryston Hutson) Paxton, all Covington, and Samantha Paxton (Jackson Clayton), of Radford; and seven great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will b...

Geraldine Rebecca Jones, age 87, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023, at her home in Covington, VA.

She was born on January 26, 1936, in Hot Springs VA, to the late Lucille and Sylvester Brown. She was raised on her family farm in Hot Springs called the Umbles Farm. She married the love of her life, the late Richard C. Jones Sr. in 1949. and together they raised nine children.  Geraldine was also preceded in death by two sons, Marvin "Boo Boo" Jones and Richard Jones, Jr., three brothers, Sylvester, James, and Leroy Brown; a son-in-law, Curtis Jeter; and a grandson, Shane Jones.

Surviving are three sons, Michael, James, and Ronnie Jones of Covington;  four daughters Linda Jeter, Teresa (James) Smith, Debra (Gregory) Rice and Daphne “Stephanie” (James) Wallace all of Covington; daughter-in-law Kim Jones of Roanoke and a grandson Chris Jones of Covington; s...