October 22, 2023
Mildred Biggs Caldwell of Covington, age 99, of Covington died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at the Woodlands Health and Rehab Center in Clifton Forge.
Mildred was born May 16, 1924, in Surber, Virginia, and was preceded in death by her husband, Doran Caldwell; her parents, Roy C. Biggs, Hattie Via Biggs, two grandchildren, Scott Schell and Jessie Caldwell, a great grandson, Jonathan Schell; three sisters, Carrine Taylor, Elsie Smith, Ruby Paitsel; two brothers, Rex Biggs and Lacy Biggs.
She loved being a homemaker and was a Bookkeeper at Woody’s Auto Parts. Mildred attended Persinger Memorial United Methodist Church and was a member of the Boiling Springs Ladies Auxiliary, an avid Sudoku game player and enjoyed crocheting.
Surviving are her daughter Angela (Roger) Stover of Covington; one son, Dennis (Karie) Caldwell of Roanoke; grandchildren, Barry (Melanie) Schell and Amanda (Kevin) Griffith of Covington, Lindsey Caldwell of Goodview, and Brittany Phipps; great- grandchildren, Mikey, Brandon, Josh, Carter, Brycen, Riley, Natalie, Wyatt, Ryan; great-great grandchildren, Payton, Jase; one sister, Libby Shelton of Staunton, VA; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. at Alleghany Memorial Park with Rev. David Brown, assisted by Rev. Bill Gilliand. The family will receive friends at Arritt Funeral Home from 12:30 P.M. to 1:30 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be sent to the Boiling Springs Fire and Rescue, 5407 Potts Creek Road, Covington, VA 24426.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Arritt Funeral Home.
Visitation
October 26, 2023 at 4:30:00 PM
Arritt Funeral Home, South Highland Avenue, Covington, VA, USA
Service
October 26, 2023 at 6:00:00 PM
Alleghany Memorial Park, Winterberry Avenue, Covington, VA, USA
Final Resting Place:
Alleghany Memorial Park, Winterberry Avenue, Covington, VA, USA
Tributes

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Dorothy Hayslett
Dec 11, 2023
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
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Billy Newman
Dec 11, 2023
I did not know Afton, but work with Natalie at MGCC.
Deepest sympathy and condolences to all her family.
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Sonja Helton
Dec 11, 2023
Praying for the Carter family
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Vannessa Bennett
Dec 11, 2023
My prayers go out to the Carter family.
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David liggins Sr
Dec 11, 2023
Condolences to the family nd may the Lord bless you all.
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James hiser
Dec 11, 2023
I’m sorry for ur loss I’ve known Afton my whole life truely good people she will be missed
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Dec 11, 2023
Please accept my most sincere sympathy. May fond memories become treasures of the heart. Prayers and love, Donna S. Nicely
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Dianne Garcia
Dec 11, 2023
My heart goes out to the family. I had the wonderful opportunity of teaching Afton and her mother and father. Afton was a sweet young lady and always a joy with a smile on her face. I am so sorry for the whole family! Please accept my sympathy, to you all.
Dianne Garcia
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Dr. Carmen Chambers-Nash Richmond, Va.
Dec 11, 2023
Prayers and Love for the family.
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Dr. Carmen Chambers-Nash
Dec 11, 2023
Condolences and Love to the family. Richmond, Va.
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Scott Family
Dec 10, 2023
Ccndolences To The Carter Family
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Alvin Boguess 807 Jonestown rd covington va
Dec 10, 2023
Mr Carter was a good man I don't think he met anyone that he did not know always talk to me like a true friend he will be miss