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Recent Obituaries

The obituaries in the Dickenson County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Clintwood, Virginia's history and identity.

The obituaries in the Dickenson County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Clintwood, Virginia's history and identity.

Tonya Deneen Cox

Tonya Deneen Cox

Jun 14, 2026

Tonya Deneen Cox, of Clintwood, Virginia, passed away on June 14, 2026, following a long battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 51 years old.

Tonya was born on December 5, 1974, to Milton Lee Cox and Sheila Cox.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Poley and Minnie Phipps; her paternal grandparents, Orville...

Kathern Lynn Wallace

Kathern Lynn Wallace

Jun 6, 2026

Kathern Lynn Wallace age 60, passed away Saturday, June 6th, 2026. Mrs. Wallace lived in Clintwood until moving to Bradenton, Florida in 2021. She enjoyed spending time with her family and playing games, such as Rummy and Yahtzee. Mrs. Wallace liked to shop, especially during the holidays, and making new friends. She worked in retail since 2011 and prior...

Laura Diane Mcfall Buchanan

Laura Diane Mcfall Buchanan

Jun 3, 2026

Laura Diane McFall Buchanan age 47 passed away Wednesday June 3, 2026, at Ridgecrest Manor, Duffield, VA. She was a lifelong resident of Clintwood, a graduate of Clintwood High School and was employed at McFall Excavating. After an accident she had resided in Ridgecrest Manor for past several years making many friends with residents and caregivers there. She enjoyed...

Wade Lee Deloach

Wade Lee Deloach

May 15, 2026

Wade Lee Deloach. 65, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026, at his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Dickenson County, living most of his life in the Ghost Rocks area and later the Towneview Apartments. Wade was born deaf but learned how to adjust to everyday living and surviving the world around him without any formal education. He...

Shelby Greene Lowe

Shelby Greene Lowe

May 14, 2026

Shelby Allene Greene Lowe, age 85, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Ballad Hospice House, Bristol, Tennessee. She was the daughter of Alfred and Tina Greene. Mrs. Lowe worked many years in the sewing industry. She loved cooking, gardening, canning, reading, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Lowe...

Jimmy Ray Lothery, Jr.

Jimmy Ray Lothery, Jr.

May 8, 2026

Jimmy Ray Lothery, Jr., "Jimbo",  age 50, passed away Friday, May 08, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Jimmy was a building contractor, who was a "Jack of all trades."  He enjoyed his family and friends, building projects and life. Jimmy helped anyone who needed help.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his mother, Betty...

Mildred Virginia Stanley

Mildred Virginia Stanley

May 3, 2026

Mildred Virginia Lyall Stanley, age 82, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Norton Community Hospital. Mrs. Stanley was born in Clinchco, Virginia, the daughter of the late Ruey and Virginia Shearl Lyall. She was a 1963 graduate of Haysi High School. Mrs. Stanley was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and was saved at a young age. She...

Edmund (Peewee) Mooney, Jr.

Edmund (Peewee) Mooney, Jr.

Apr 27, 2026

Edmund (PeeWee) Mooney Jr. passed away at home with his family by his side on Monday, April 27, 2026 at the age of 77 years.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Paula; daughter: Monica (Gerard) Leftwich; grandchildren: Kendall Leftwich, and Kaylin Leftwich; sisters, Patsy (Billy) Priddy; Jo Ann (Charlie) Williams; brother, Larry...

Derek Todd Rose

Derek Todd Rose

Apr 21, 2026

Derek Todd Rose, age 34, passed away Tuesday April 21, 2026, at his home. He was a lifelong resident of Clintwood graduating with the class of 2010. He was a guitar player with a love for all music, enjoyed traveling through mountains and backroads, fishing, watching TV along with spending time with his family and friends.

He...

Diana Sauls Branham

Diana Sauls Branham

Apr 21, 2026

Diana Sauls Branham, age 76, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at her residence. Diana was born in Clinchco, Virginia, the daughter of Glen and Pauline Sauls.

She was a 1968 graduate of Clintwood High School. She retired from the Southwest Regional Jail as a sergeant. Diana was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved...

Mitchell Ray Chandler

Mitchell Ray Chandler

Apr 11, 2026

Mitchell Ray Chandler. Age 73, left this world on April 11, 2026, surrounded by loved his loved ones. Mitchell was a retired coal miner and was of the Baptist faith. He attended Ervinton High School and worked for Lambert Coal and Rapcoa Energy. He loved the outdoors. Although he lost sight of this world, due to glaucoma, he always...

Arthur Tivis Rasnick

Arthur Tivis Rasnick

Apr 5, 2026

Arthur Tivis Rasnick, age 83, passed away Sunday April 5, 2026, at the Johnson City Medical Center, Johnson City, TN. He was the son of the late Henry Tyler and Nannie Rasnick, a lifelong resident of Dickenson County and retired UMWA coal miner. A member of the Fremont Freewill Baptist Church and a neighbor who loved to lend a...

Ernie Myron Duncan

Ernie Myron Duncan

Apr 1, 2026

Ernie Myron Duncan, age 71, passed away Wednesday April 1, 2026, at the Heritage Hall Health Care of Clintwood with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Roy and Margie Ramsey Duncan. He was a Graduate of Haysi High School class of 1974.  Ernie enjoyed time spent with his family and friends.

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John Paul Moore

John Paul Moore

Mar 26, 2026

John Paul Moore, age 73, passed away Thursday March 26, 2026, at the Ballad Hospice Center of Bristol. He was the son of Paul and Louise Fleming Moore. He was a graduate of Clintwood High School and Virginia Tech; He was a member of the 4 H club as an all-star he was livestock judge with Sheep and Cattle...

Millie Susan Smith

Millie Susan Smith

Mar 23, 2026

Millie Susan Smith, age 69, passed away Monday March 23, 2026 Clintwood, Virginia. She was born Roanoke, Virginia the daughter of the late Leonard and Millie Summitt Ross. She moved to Clintwood in 1992. She had worked as a CNA and housekeeping for many years. A loving mother and grandmother, she enjoyed sewing and crocheting in her spare time....

Deloris Joan Robinson Mullins

Deloris Joan Robinson Mullins

Mar 21, 2026

Deloris Joan Robinson Mullins,"Nanny", passed away Saturday March 21st 2026, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering love and dedication to her family and friends. Joan was born on June 8th, 1937, in Pound, Virginia, to Everett and Leota Cantrell. From the very beginning, she carried a gentle spirit and a generous heart that would go on to touch the...

Shirley Ann Edwards

Shirley Ann Edwards

Mar 21, 2026

Shirley Ann Edwards, age 91, passed away Saturday March 21, 2026, at the Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport, TN. She was the daughter of the late McKinley and Ella Dora Edwards, a lifelong resident of Clintwood. A loving wife, mother and grandmother that enjoyed gardening and crocheting.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband...

Henry Lee Mullins

Henry Lee Mullins

Mar 20, 2026

Henry Lee Mullins, age 67, passed away Friday March 20, 2026, at his home. He was a lifelong resident of Clintwood, a retired surface coal miner and worked with C&J well service. Henry loved the outdoors with Hunting, fishing along with ATV riding.

He is preceded in death by his parents Hatler and Nevelin Mullins along with...

Marzetta Davis Fleming

Marzetta Davis Fleming

Mar 10, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Marzetta Davis Fleming and Buddy Ray Fleming. Marzetta passed away peacefully with her daughter, Michelle, by her side on March 10, 2026. Buddy passed away on July 29, 2024, following a serious illness, in which Marzie cared for him devotedly through his final years. Both...

Harry Vanover

Harry Vanover

Mar 9, 2026

Harold Allen Vanover "Harry" age 84 went to be with the Lord Monday March 9, 2026, at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Arvil and Margie Vanover.

A lifelong resident of Clintwood and retired UMWA coal miner he was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting...