Obituaries

Alfred Hunter Walton, Jr., 71, of Mt. Crawford, died Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg.

Alfred was born November 20, 1951, in Covington, a son of the late Alfred H. Walton Sr. and Margaret Reynolds Walton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

Mr. Walton worked in maintenance at Alleghany High School and LewisGale-Alleghany for many years. He was an avid bowler and a collector of many things. Above all, his devotion to God kept his faith strong throughout his life.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Donna Cambell Walton of Mt. Crawford; a daughter, Tondalawa Floyd of Staunton; a stepson, John F. Putnam of Brookville; five grandchildren, Jacob Cook, Meghan Defibaugh, Nate Defibaugh, Kierstyn Defibaugh, and Kiera Defibaugh; three great-grandchildren, Gabe Cook, P...

Johnny McKinley Miller 73, of Covington died Thursday, August 10, 2023, at Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital, Blacksburg, Va.

Johnny was born December 30, 1949 in Alleghany County, and was preceded in death by his parents, the late Maynard E. Miller, Irene Plott Miller Davis and his wife Marion Neber Miller, also by two sisters and four brothers.

Mr. Miller was the owner and operator of Miller Logging for many years. He was a member of Lone Star Baptist Church and he loved and adored his family he also survered in the United States Army during Vietniam.

Surviving are five sons; John D. (Samantha) Miller of Charleston, S.C., Tim, Shawn, Travis and Dontae Miller all of Covington, VA.; four grandchildren, Cohen, Hudson, Dylan, and Hope; one sister, Diane Ryan of Covington, five brothers, Timmy (Debbie) Miller of Newcastle, VA., ...

Brandon Lee Jordan, 42, of Covington, died Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

Brandon was born April 10, 1981, in Alleghany County, a son of John Small of North Carolina and Brenda L. Jordan of Covington. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Lorenza Jordan.

Mr. Jordan served his country in the United States Army, serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan before returning home in 2007. He was a member of Wrightsville Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, Brandon is survived by two daughters, Brooklyn Jordan and Brianna Jordon of Castle Rock, CO; two brothers, Marcus Jordan and John Small, Jr.; a sister, Laura Small; a grandmother, Mabel Jordan of Covington; two aunts, Ressie Johnson and Karen Jordan, both of Covington; five uncles, Robert Jordan of Harrisonburg, Curtis Jordan, Clarence Jordan, Richard Jordan, Jay Jordan, a...

Michael Edward Switzer, 78, of Covington, died Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

Mr. Switzer was born May 3, 1945, in Alleghany County, a son of the late Milton and Annie Persinger Switzer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Betty Bogar, Annabell Simmons, and Naomi Taylor; a grandson, Markie Smith, Jr.; and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Switzer was a self-employed logger for many years.

Surviving are his children, Lisa Smith (Cris Walton) and Shirley Switzer (Chad Drummond) all of Low Moor, Betsy (Bruce) Evenson of Front Royal, Carol (David) Young of Covington, Karen (Tony) Wood of Salem, Michael Switzer of Roanoke, and Amanda Lowe of Brookfield, CT; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; six grand “fur babies”; two sisters, Ruby (Rocky) Bell of Summerville, SC, and Bonnie Stallings ...

Rev. Joseph Bertrand “J.B”. Broughman, Jr., 69, of Eagle Rock, died Saturday, August 5, 2023 at his residence.

He was born January 4, 1954, in Alleghany County, a son of the late Joseph B. Broughman, Sr. and Cornelia “Mickey” Frye Broughman.

J.B. was a tireless community servant. He began his career in law enforcement in 1979 with the City of Covington, filling various roles in the department, including being the first D.A.R.E. officer in the Alleghany Highlands. He was named Chief of Police in 2003 and City Manager in 2012 – serving in both roles until his retirement in 2016. In addition to his public service, he was the pastor of Highland Chapel Christian Church for over 30 years, a radio announcer for Covington High School football games for many years, and a part-time photographer for the Virginian Review. After his retirement from the City of Covington, J.B. continu...

James William Tingler, Jr., 70, of Covington, died August 2, 2023.

Known to some as “Bill” and others as “J.W.”, he was born February 15, 1953, in Alleghany County, a son of the late Ann Ginger Tingler and James W. Tingler, Sr of Covington. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his wife Karen Brennan Tingler, a son John F. Tingler, and a brother, Kevin W. Tingler.

Mr. Tingler was the owner and operator of Covington Farm and Fuel. He was a member of the Good News Fellowship Church. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed being with his family, farming, and helping others in his community.

In addition to his father, J.W. is survived by his grandson, Axton; a sister, Barbara Armentrout and her husband, Kenny; a nephew, J.C. Armentrout; all of Covington; and the staff of Covington Farm and Fuel.

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Louis Edward Burns, age 73, of Alleghany County, died peacefully surrounded by his family at Lewis Gale Salem Hospital on Sunday, July 30th, 2023.

Louis was full of faith and his family is assured that he is at peace in the heavens above. He was a member of Dunlap Christian Church. Louis worked at the Greenbrier for a number of years, where he thoroughly enjoyed maintaining the lawns and watching golf. He was an avid golfer and would frequently take golfing trips with his close friends before his health declined. Along with golfing, Louis was a walker.

He loved taking walks wherever he was and often surrounded by his family. Louis was a very outgoing person. He never met a stranger. Usually, he was found chatting about golf with someone at a local restaurant and cracking jokes with his friends and family. He was an animal lover. If there was a cat or dog near him, you be...

Carl Vernon Mullins, 88, of Hot Springs, died Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Bath Community Hospital in Hot Springs.

Mr. Mullins was born on September 10, 1934 in Jenkins, Kentucky, a son of the late Logan and Ester Justice Mullins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a step-son, Butch Tucker and one sister, Saundra Ireson.

Carl was a 1953 graduate of Dickinson County Memorial High School. He retired from Dominion Energy in 1991 as a Construction and Safety Supervisor. Retirement did not slow him down, as he was always busy - be it tinkering around the house, building, and tending to his HAM radios, or any number of projects he was working on. He was a private pilot, owning and flying several planes during his life. He enjoyed riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles and was a member of the Retread Motorcycle Club. He also enjoyed classic cars, boating, camping, ...

Naomi “Peggy” Grey Simmons Shaffier, 87, of Warm Springs went to her heavenly home on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at the home of her son.

She was born on July 21, 1936, in Monterey Virginia, the daughter of the late James Edward Simmons and Margie Halterman Simmons.

Peggy was married to the late Julian Ray Shaffier on September 10, 1953. She was also preceded by a brother, Nelson Simmons and granddaughter, Laura Shaffier.

She was a homemaker who loved the outdoors. She worked many years ago at the Warms Springs Inn and then later the Roseloe Motel. Peggy was an active member of the Lifeline Ministries Church.

Peggy is survived by her son, Carl Eddie Shaffier and his wife, Linda of Warm Springs; a granddaughter, Marsha Perdue and her husband Bart of Warm Springs; six great grand...

Everett Nathaniel Hughes, Jr., 70, of Covington, died Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem.

Everett was born May 26, 1953, in Alleghany County, a son of the late Everett Hughes, Sr. and Juanita Elizabeth Rice. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Myrtle Robinson, and Rosetta Thompson.

Mr. Hughes retired as a switch operator for Westrock. He was a life long member of Pine Street Baptist Church.

Survivors include his life partner, Olivia Pollard of Covington; two daughters, Carita Hughes and Ileah “Tay” Hughes, both of Covington; a son, Everett “Tweedy” Hughes, of Louisville, KY; seven grandchildren, Jacorey Hughes, Keyon Hughes, Elijah Jefferies, Kewaun Whitaker, Keshaun Hughes, Kahlee Hughes, and Taydon Hughes; three great-grandchildren, Kimora Moye, Kyrie Hughes, and ...

Anna Fox

Anna Louise Fox, 78, of Covington, died Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at LewisGale-Alleghany Hospital in Low Moor.

Mrs. Fox was born on September 1, 1944 in Ronceverte, WV to the late Troy and Vera Giles Clemons. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Troy Clemons, Jr.; and a sister, Norma Boone.

Anna worked for over 30 years in the Alleghany County Treasurer’s office, retiring after serving six terms as County Treasurer. In her spare time, she enjoyed collecting antiques and going to auctions.

Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Roger L. Fox; a daughter, Debra Ann Fox of Machipongo; a brother, Homer L. Clemons of Wilmington, OH; one sister, Nellie Renfro of Ashland, KY; and several nieces and nephews.

Shelby Juanita Jean Crowder Crizer

Shelby Crowder Crizer of Covington, Va. died peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2023, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born February 3, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mildred Crowder. She is survived by her loving children, Judith C. Droke and Charles “Sam” Crizer (wife Pynia), grandchildren Zachary Crizer, Mackenzie Bayly (Husband Matt) and Kadie Fisher (Husband Cody). She is also survived by a sister, Marie Slayton, and brother Eugene Crowder.

Shelby Crizer was predeceased by her husband Larry Crizer and sisters Irene Glenn and Georgie Johnson. 

Shelby was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother always placing the needs and wants of others ahead of her own. She enjoyed family vacations to Myrtle Beach and caring for others.

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