obituaries
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.
David Goode
Jan 11, 2017
David Lee Goode age 60, passed away peacefully at Johnson City Medical Center Surrounded by family on January 11, 2017. He was born to Clarence A. Goode and Margaret E. Goode on Jan. 22, 1956. He was a member of the Lebanon Old Regular Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his father, Clarence A. Goode,...
Sally Onedah Stanley
Jan 10, 2017
Sally Onedah Stanley, age 77, was released into the arms of her Lord and Savior on January 10, 2017 at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky with members of her loving family keeping vigil through the night.
Sally was preceded in death by her Parents: Bertha and Johnny Puckett. Brother: Walter Grey (WG). Sisters: Rebecca...
Jeanean Fleming
Jan 8, 2017
Jeanean Fleming age 86, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Jeanean was a member of the Valley View Freewill Baptist Church. She went back to high school at the age 38 and graduated with the Clintwood High School Class of 1970. She was an avid flower...
Joyce Hamilton
Jan 6, 2017
Joyce Ann Hamilton, age 74 went to her eternal rest on Friday, January 6, 2017. She was a native of Dickenson County, and had lived in Ohio for 45 years. She was of the Baptist Faith.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Monroe and Marie Hamilton; brother, Bobby Hamilton; and son,...
Bob Scott
Jan 5, 2017
Bobby Eugene Scott age 66, passed away peacefully at his home in Clintwood on January 5, 2017 after a long illness and under the care of Hospice.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Iris and Lawrence Scott of Jonesville, VA.
He is survived by his wife Gail;...
Janet Anderson
Jan 2, 2017
Janet Yvonne Anderson age 65, passed away Monday, January 2, 2017. Mrs. Anderson was born in Neon Kentucky and had lived in Clintwood since 1988. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
Mrs. Anderson was preceded in death by her father, Carter Hall.
Thomas Christian Estep
Jan 1, 2017
Thomas Christian Estep age 21, went home to be with his Heavenly Father, Sunday, January 1, 2017. He was a 2013 graduate of Clintwood High School and played baseball for the Greenwave. Thomas was a member of the Peuther Chapel Freewill Baptist Church and was in the praise band, This is the Day....
Phyllis Jean Mullins
Dec 26, 2016
Phyllis Jean Mullins age 72, passed away Monday, December 26, 2016. Mrs. Mullins was a lifelong resident of Dickenson County and was of the Baptist faith. She retired from Longs Fork Elementary School Cafeteria and was a loving mother and grandmother.
Mrs. Mullins was preceded...
Michael Fredrick Besseck
Dec 24, 2016
Michael Fredrick Besseck age 46 passed away Saturday Dec. 24, 2016 at his home. He had been a lifelong resident of Clintwood, a graduate of Clintwood High School Class of 89. Michael loved reading, music and NFL football being a loyal Raiders fan.
He is...
Janice Stanley
Dec 20, 2016
Janice Stanley age 85, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2016. Janice was born in Dickenson County and was a member of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and...
Minnie Belle Wolford
Dec 14, 2016
Minnie Belle Wolford age 88, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at her residence. Mrs. Wolford was born in Dickenson County and had lived in Clinchco since 1953. She had been a member of the Tarpon Freewill Baptist Church for many years and ministered with song. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother,...
Woodrow Calhoun
Dec 12, 2016
Woodrow Calhoun age 90, passed away Monday, December 12, 2016. Mr. Calhoun was born in Dickenson County and lived in Ohio for many years. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in World War II and was of the Baptist faith.
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Louise Sutherland
Dec 10, 2016
Louise Virginia Sutherland, 101, passed away December 10, 2016 at the family home. She was born November 17, 1915 in Clintwood to the late Simpson Holliday Sutherland, and Pearl Rush Sutherland. Her early life was spent in Dickenson County.
She was graduated from Berea College, and received a Master Degree in Library Science...
Pauletta Boggs
Dec 6, 2016
Pauletta Waynett Boggs age 52, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at the Holston Valley Hospital, Kingsport, Tennessee. Mrs. Boggs was born in Clintwood, lived in Dickenson County most of her life and attended Clintwood High School. She was a Certified Nursing Assistant for many years and was of the Baptist faith.
...Virgil Fleming
Dec 2, 2016
Virgil Paul Fleming, 63, known to many as "Elvis" went to be with the Lord Friday, December 2, 2016 at the home of his sister. Virgil was a friend to many and never met a stranger. He was a lifelong resident of Dickenson County and a member of the Church of the Brethern at Skeetrock. He was...
Luther Wallace
Nov 26, 2016
Luther Columbus Wallace age 84, passed away Saturday, November 26, 2016 at his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Dickenson County and a former bus driver for the Dickenson County School System. Mr. Wallace was a Veteran of the US Air Force and a lifetime member of VFW 8979.
Robert Rose
Nov 23, 2016
Robert A. Rose, age 68, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2016. He was born in Dickenson County, the son of the late Paul and Bertha Rose. Mr. Rose was a graduate of Clintwood High School and a Veteran of the US Army having served in Vietnam. He was retired from the Mine Safety...
Bill Rose
Nov 15, 2016
Bill R. Rose, 81, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Dickenson County, a Veteran of the US Navy and a Korean Veteran. A member of Little Sarah Old Regular Baptist Church, and a lifetime member of VFW Post 8979. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
...Bubbles Carty
Nov 9, 2016
Nell (Bubbles) Carty age 84, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2016. She was born in Dickenson County, the daughter of the late Butler and Grace Mullins and was a lifelong resident of the Caney Ridge Community. Mrs, Carty was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and loving friend to many.
Chris Salyer
Nov 7, 2016
Christopher Dale Salyer, age 42, of Caney Ridge passed away Monday, November 7, 2016. Born on June 28, 1974, Chris was a loving son, loyal brother and amazing uncle. He enjoyed the outdoors. The front porch swing was his favorite spot.
Chris was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack and Irene Smith...

