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BILLY WAYNE PIKE

POUND, VA – Billy Wayne Pike, 58, passed away at his residence Monday November 22, 2021. His family was at his bedside.

Billy was of the Christian faith. He had lived most of his life in Pound. He was a former construction worker. Billy was an avid roller skater and had won many contests. He

enjoyed fishing and riding bikes. He loved the time he spent with his family and friends.

Billy was preceded in death his father Herbert Wayne Pike; his fiancé Dreama Rowe; his nephew Alexander Pike;

and his maternal grandparents Milton and Sadie (Potter) Fleming.

Survivors include his mother Della Pike-Pound, VA; his son Dakota Rowe-Big Stone Gap, VA; a sister Sonya Pike-Pound, VA; special friend Mark Padgett-Pound, VA; a nephew Derek Austin Church; aunt Gail Pike; uncles Ed Pike and Wendell Pike; and a host of family and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00pm Wednesday November 24, 2021 in the Baker Funeral home Chapel with

Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon till time of services.

Burial will follow in the Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Billy Wayne Pike.

JOE A. HICKS

BILLY WAYNE PIKE

Joe A. Hicks, 79, of St. Paul, Virginia went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, November 16, 2021 in Louisa, Virginia at the home of his daughter.

Joe was a retired coal miner with 36 years of service with Clinchfield Coal Co. and Cumberland Resources. He was a Army Veteran of the Korea Police Action, member of Castlewood Masonic Lodge 231 District 47. Joe attended Collins Chapel Church in Dungannon, VA, and Servants of Christ Church Zion Cross Roads, VA while living with his daughter and son-in-law. Joe enjoyed going cat fishing on Lake Anna, riding the boat and spending time with friends and family.

Joe is preceded in death by his father and mother, Harry H. and Beatrice E. Hicks; his first wife, Betty S. Yeary; second wife, Zelma A. Hicks; infant daughter, Tina R. Hicks; one sister Connie Mullins; stepdaughter Belinda Woodruff. He is survived by his son, Joe A. Hicks, Jr. of Chapmanville, West Virginia; his daughter, Debby S. Crawford (Danny) of Louisa, Virginia; two grandsons, Billy Joe Crawford, and Harry S. Hicks; two granddaughters, Nashay Christian, and Hope J. Hicks; step-granddaughter, Haley Hill; one brother, Jessee Hicks (Dorothy); one sister Faye Gillenwater; three stepdaughters, Tammy Hartsock (Pete), Kim Palmer (Chris), Pam Barnett, (David); two step-sons, Gerald Salyer (Vickie), and Robert Salyer. Several step-grandchildren; step-greatgrandchildren; nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 22, 2021 in the Temple Hill Memorial Park Chapel of Love Mausoleum Castlewood, VA with Rev. Jessee Jones, and Rev. Bill Crawford officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the Gate City National Guard, and Masonic Rites will be held by Castlewood Lodge 231. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic social distancing, and face covering is recommended. Woodward Funeral Home of Louisa, and Baker Funeral Home of Pound, VA are serving the family.

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JAMES EDWARD LEE

BILLY WAYNE PIKE

JAMES EDWARD LEE

JENKINS, KY- James Edward Lee, 80, passed away

Tuesday November 16, 2021 from the Pikeville Medical

Center- Pikeville, KY.

James was of the Christian faith. He had worked many

years as a healthcare assistant at the hospital. James was

an avid musician, playing the guitar was his favorite. He

had recorded several records in Nashville that he was very

proud of. James enjoyed wrestling, boxing, learning about

history and astrology. James had a love for horses and

enjoyed going on peaceful trail rides with his family and

friends. One of the things that brought him great comfort and

memories was getting out and just driving for hours with

family members and having long talks with them. James

also enjoyed collecting guns, pocket knives and coins…

and then he loved to trade them too. To him…anything was

for sale or trade. He was known for his herbal salves and soaps

James is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Richard

Lee Sr. and Sedelia (Back) Lee: sisters, Dorothy Jean Raines

and Elena Dobbins and a brother, Charles Richard Lee Jr.

Survivors include his brother and best friend, Glenn Webb-

Cromona, KY: his daughter, Jamie Elizabeth Lee; sons, Ryan

Lee and Joseph Rogers Lee all of Pound, VA; step daughter,

Erica Grant-Mt. Vernon, KY; step son, Edwin Bentley-

Millstone, KY; grandchildren, Daniel, Dylan, Mayson,

Abigale, Reagan, Camden, Owen, Carlyn and Ridge; great

grandchildren, Taylor and Paisley; mother of his children,

Deborah Counts- Berea, KY; several, nieces, nephews and

cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday

November 19, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Reverend David Dillion officiating. The family will receive

friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday

November 20, 2021 with Reverend Chris Fleming

at the McRoberts Cemetery- McRoberts,

KY. where Dillan Craft, Daniel Craft, Thomas Clark, Brandon

Pittman, Bartley Grant and Joseph Lee will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by

12 noon to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

James Edward Lee.

BARBARA ANN CHURCH

BIG STONE GAP, VA – Barbara Ann Church, 63, entered into eternity Monday November 15, 2021 from the Holston Valley Medical Center. Her loving family was at her bedside.

Barbara was of the Christian faith. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed watching

television, especially Days of Our Lives, The Waltons, Little House on the Prarie, Nascar Racing and Wrestling. Barbara

was also a big Tennessee Titan fan and loved bluegrass music. But her greatest joy was the time she spent with her grandbabies.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Woodrow and Lena Stallard; her biological parents Wesley and Wanda Shortt; the father of her children, Kyle Church; her granddaughter Kaylee

Mullins; and her brothers Roy Stallard and Charles Stallard.

Survivors include her life partner Daniel Sutherland-Big Stone Gap, VA; her daughter Teresa Church and companion David

Rose-Appalachia, VA; her son Kyle Church, Jr.-Big Stone Gap, VA; grandchildren Courtney Harris, April Mason, P J Mullins,

Dakota Church, Tanner Mullins, Kaitlyn Rose and David Isaiah Rose; great-grandchildren Nolan Lentchner, Andrew Holbrook,

Gabriel Holbrook, Simon Holbrook and Greyson Harris; her sister Debbie Mullins and husband David-Pound, VA; brothers Jerry Shortt-Big Stone Gap, VA, Jessee Shortt-N C, Herbie Shortt-N C; and Tommy Shortt-Duffield, VA; her aunt Shirley Mullins-Pound,

VA; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday November 18, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday November 19, 2021 at the Stallard Cemetery on Stacy Branch-Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Barbara Church.

MARTY CARTER

BARBARA ANN CHURCH

BURDINE, KY – Albert Martin "Marty" Carter, 65, entered peacefully into eternity Saturday November 13, 2021 from his residence. His loving wife Denita was at his side.

Marty was of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Marty was a big truck driver, he would haul coal, rock or almost anything, local or cross country. He enjoyed riding his Harley every chance he got. He loved rock and roll concerts and saw some of the biggest acts of all time, AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Fleetwood Mac and Michael Jackson. Marty was an avid UK

Wildcat fan, basketball and football. He was a Dale Earnhardt fan and enjoyed watching sports, weather and news. He was ready for a party anytime. "He was a one of a kind-there will never be another Mardo" Marty was best known to his grandkids as "Pop-Pop" and treasured the time he spent with them.

Marty was preceded in death by his parents Robert Lee and Bertha (Dingus) Carter and his son, Michael Wayne Hayes.

Survivors include his loving wife of 28 years Denita Carter-Burdine, KY; his daughters Martie Nicole Carter-Stamper and

husband Bobby–Pikeville, KY, Kelli Elizabeth Carter-Alley and husband Kyle-Prestonsburg, KY, Lindsey Omega Carter-Flamm and husband Gavin-Las Vegas, NV and Amanda Lee Carter and husband Justin Costello-Shelby Gap, KY ; grandchildren Skyler,

Kolton and Graci Stamper, Bryce and Saylor Alley, Charlee and Bradley Carter Flamm, Scarlett Costello and Baby Boy Costello ( due in February) and Michael Wayne Hayes, Jr.; a sister Jerry Lee Elswick and husband Jim-Jenkins, KY; nieces Lisa Brannen and Tracy Short; and a host of friends and loved ones.

The family will receive friends after 5:00 pm and services will take place at 7:00 pm Tuesday November 16, 2021 at the Burdine

Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend Greg Polly officiating.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Marty Carter.

PATRICIA ANN NOWAK

BARBARA ANN CHURCH

PATRICIA ANN NOWAK

STAFFORD, VA – Patricia Ann Nowak, 63, entered into eternity Sunday October 31, 2021 from the Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, VA.

Patty was of the Christian faith. She was a loving wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Patty graduated from Clinch Valley College in Wise, VA and was a former

special education teacher at Ervinton Elementary School and also a service/technical representative for Cox

Communications.

Although Patty had no children of her own, she loved kids. She was always helping people. Patty loved hosting her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking and loved to

feed people. Patty loved flowers and had a flair for decorating. She especially loved the beach and living life with Jerry. She also loved her dogs.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents Delmer and Mary (Salyers) Mayes; her maternal grandparents Troy and Ada Salyers; and her paternal grandparents Raymond and Betty Mayes.

Survivors include her loving husband of 21 years Jerry Nowak-Stafford, VA; a sister Paula Boyd-Miami. FL; brothers Matthew Mayes and wife Connie-Spearman, TX

and Mark Mayes and wife Sherrie-Nora, VA; her cousin/brother Ben Huffman and wife Amanda-Pound, VA; her cousin/sister Tammy Palmer-Coeburn, VA; an uncle Louie Mayes and wife Louise-Coeburn, VA; several nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Saturday November 6, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Stacy Vanover officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of

services.

Graveside services will follow at the Salyers Cemetery on Long Ridge–Nora, VA where John Rasnick, Ethan Cloud, Nathan Cloud, Tommy Marshall, Damon Rasnick, Byron Powell and Mason McCoy will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound VA is serving the family of Patricia Ann Nowak

WILMA M. SHORT

FRANKLIN L. MULLINS, JR

PATRICIA ANN NOWAK

POUND, VA – Mrs. Wilma M. Short, 92, entered peacefully into her eternal reward Monday October 25, 2021 from the Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN. Her loving family was at her bedside.

Wilma was a born again Christian and a member of the Pound Presbyterian Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was a member of the Red Hat Society, the Pound VFW Post 9600 Ladies Auxillary and the Eastern Star.

Wilma was an avid reader, she enjoyed sending birthday cards, baby sitting her grandchildren, cooking and feeding

people. She loved animals, especially dogs, cats and birds.Wilma used to enjoy gardening and loved flowers. She also

enjoyed fishing and recently won a fishing contest at the Laurels. Wilma worked hard to take care of the people she loved.

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Leliah (Whittaker) Moore; her husband Verlon Short; her sister Myrtle Breeding; and brothers Herbert Moore, Carless Moore, Edward Keller, and Donald Keller.

Survivors include her daughter Anita Van Brackle-Dallas, GA and Alane Lovern-Pound, VA; grandchildren Robert Van Brackle and companion Monica DeMoura-Smyrna, GA, Roland Gene Lovern, Jr.and wife Tessa-Wise, VA and Tim Lovern and wife Kendra-Mt. Carmel , TN; great-grandchildren Robert Van Brackle, Jr., David Van Brackle, Aubrey Lovern, Jaxon Lovern and Briggs Lovern; a brother Aubrey Moore-La Quinta, CA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Jeanette Cantrell and Flaudene Bolling; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday October 28, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Michael Weller officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday October 29, 2021 at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens-Big Stone Gap, VA where Robert Van Brackle, Robert Van Brackle, Jr., Davy Van Brackle, Roland Gene Lovern, Jr., Tim Lovern and C.J. Boggs will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Flowers will be accepted or in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Pound Presbyterian Church Meal Program at PO Box 1387 Pound, VA 24279.

Baker funeral home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Wilma M. Short

FRANKLIN L. MULLINS, JR

WISE, VA- Franklin L. Mullins, Jr., 41, passed away Sunday October 24, 2021 from Heritage Hall-Clintwood, VA after an extended illness.

Franklins was of the Christian faith. He was a former warehouseman for Kraft Foods. Franklin was prankster and loved to get a good joke or prank on his friends. He

loved music and was an accomplished guitar player.Franklin also loved to read poetry and wrote a lot of it.

Franklin was preceded in death by his mother Shirley (Shephard) Mullins; his sisters Darlene Mullins, Charlene

Baldwin and Jennifer Mullins; his maternal grandparents Archie and Lois Shephard; and his paternal grandmother Veldia Mullins Maggard.

Survivors include his father Franklin Mullins-Wise, VA; his sister Greta Lambert-Mt. Jackson, VA; a niece Lorna Beth

Mullins and fiancé Austin Little-Wise, VA; a nephew Justin Winkle and companion Ashante Zander-Big Stone Gap, VA;

and a host of relatives, friends and loved ones.

As per Franklin's wishes he will be cremated and a celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Heritage Hall in Clintwood, VA.

And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh

from you.JOHN 16:22

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Franklin L. Mullins, Jr.

CORDELIA SUE TUTTLE

FRANKLIN L. MULLINS, JR

WYTHEVILLE, VA – Cordelia Sue Tuttle, 57, entered into eternity Saturday October 23, 2021 from Carrington Place of Wytheville after an extended illness.

Sue was of the Christian faith. She was a former resident of Wise, VA. Sue enjoyed time with her family, singing, crafts

and working crossword puzzles.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents Hiram and Elsie ( Hughes ) McLemore; her sisters Deborah Bolling and Billie Jo Raliegh; and brothers Ronnie McLemore and Watson McLemore.

Survivors include her daughter Amanda Oliver and husband Joseph-Neon, KY; her son Tommy Lee Cress and companion

Casandra Williams-Wise, VA; grandchildren Bryda Oliver, Nora Oliver, Arianna Oliver and Elijah Cress; sister Eloise Wyatt-Wise,

VA ; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Celebration of life services will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 pm Monday October 25, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Cordelia Sue Tuttle

JOHNNY WAYNE STROUTH

TRULA (STAMPER) AMBURGEY

JOHNNY WAYNE STROUTH

ST.PAUL, VA- Johnny Wayne Strouth, 62, passed away Sunday October 17, 2021 from Johnston Memorial Hospital- Abingdon, VA.

Johnny was a Christian. He was owner and operator of Strouth Trucking for many years. Johnny had a love for collecting antiques, some of his favorites were lanterns,

miniature cars and trucks Johnny loved spending time with family and friends….especially the light of his life…Marlee. She was his sunshine on a rainy day.

Johnny is preceded in death by his parents, Otis Strouth Sr.and Lonie Mullins Hale; sisters, Lois Hamilton and Joyce Hurd; brothers, Leon Hale, Milburn Hale and Roy Hale.

Survivors include his wife of 10 years Beverly (Rose)

Strouth- St. Paul, VA ; daughters, Crystal Hyde- St. Paul,

VA, Haven Miller- St. Paul, VA, Hannah Key (Trai) -St. Paul,

VA sons, Michael Strouth (Ashley) - Bristol, TN., Randy

Mullins (Hope)- North Carolina, Brandon Mullins (Amy) –

North Carolina and Jacob Silcox- St. Paul, VA; special

granddaughter, Marlee Hyde; several other grandchildren;

a brother, Otis Strouth Jr. (Jessica) - St. Paul VA; several

nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved

ones to mourn his passing and cherish his

memory.

Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon Friday October 22, 2021 at the Lane- Strouth Cemetery (Bold Camp

Road) Pound, VA with Reverend Darrell Milgram officiating.

Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 11:45 am for services. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Johnny Wayne.

FLOYD MICHAEL COMBS

TRULA (STAMPER) AMBURGEY

JOHNNY WAYNE STROUTH

POUND, VA- Floyd Michael "Mike" Combs, 70, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday October 19, 2021 from Whitesburg ARH - Whitesburg, KY. His loving wife Sheila

was by his bedside.

Mike was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He had worked as a Quality Control Manager for Hobart Manufacturing Company, the Wise County Sheriff Department as a transport officer and enjoyed selling cars in between. He was a 27 year member of Pound Masonic Lodge # 59 A.F. & A.M. where he served as Master several terms and a 25 year member of Craig Royal Arch Chapter 30. He was also a Kentucky Colonel.

Mike was a volunteer for the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) in Wise County to help children and was one of the

driving forces behind the Pound Masonic Lodge Community Thanksgiving Dinner. That service led to providing Thanksgiving

dinner at the Da Vita Dialysis Center. He was an excellent marksman who loved shooting guns, going turkey hunting and fishing in Michigan with his family. He thoroughly enjoyed long peaceful rides on his motorcycle. But being "Pap" to his grandson Conner was the highlight of his life. Mike loved doing things with Conner and cherished the time he had with him.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Recia (Gilley) Combs; a sister, Patricia Ann Combs; a half-brother, Ed Combs, Jr. and niece, Sharlee Wright.

Mike leaves behind his loving wife of nearly 30 years, Sheila Cox Combs-Pound, VA; a daughter, Nicole Suzanne Combs-Hindman, KY; a grandson and the light of Pap's life,

Justin Conner Michael Cook and his father Matt Cook - Poca, WV; a brother, Kenneth Combs and wife Debra-Isom, KY; close friend and brother-in-law Jim Cox and wife Susan-Wise, VA; special friends, Rueben Bolling and Eddie Roop both of Pound, VA; all his Masonic brothers; and numerous friends and loved ones.

A very special thank you to DaVita Raven Rock Dialysis Center- Jenkins, KY for all your caring and support you showed throughout

the years… your kindness and compassion was so appreciated.

Masonic Rite services will be conducted at 12 noon Saturday October 23, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel followed by

a celebration of life service with Reverend Nick Brewer officiating.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound VA is serving the family of Floyd Michael "Mike" Combs.

TRULA (STAMPER) AMBURGEY

MURIEL ELIZABETH CANTRELL

CROMONA, KY – Trula (Stamper) Amburgey, daughter of the late Elsie (Mullins) and Jett Stamper, became an Angel on Saturday October 16, 2021 being 89 years and 4 months of age.

She was the widow of the late Adolph Alfred Amburgey, both of Cromona, KY.

Trula was a Christian who loved her Lord and attended the Fleming Neon Church of God. She was a loving and devoted wife,

mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Trula worked tirelessly to provide for her family, and lots of other kids in the neighborhood. She loved her family endlessly. Trula loved fishing, camping, riding side by sides, and going to the flea market. She loved to travel and was always ready to go on a trip at any time. Now she has made her final journey home.

Trula was preceded in death by her parents Samuel Jett and Elsie (Mullins) Stamper; her husband Adolph Amburgey; her son Samuel Amburgey; a sister Carol Arrowood; brothers Gerald Stamper, Tensley Stamper, Richard Stamper and Duke Stamper; and son-in-law Pete Roberts.

Survivors include her daughters Avon (Danny) Cook, Connie "Tweet" Roberts and Stephanie "Tuffy" (Brandon) Hall;; her sons

Alfred (Katie) Amburgey and Richard Amburgey ; grandchildren

Danny Lee (Kara) Cook, Angi (Jason) Holbrook, Spencer Amburgey,

Alfred Lee (Crystal) Shepherd, Ashley (Jerry) Noble, Sami Amburgey,

Shelby (Darian ) Slone, Destiny Hall, Angalee Amburgey, Adolph

Landon Amburgey and Jeremey Jones; great-grandchildren Gunnar

Slone, Dustin (Deana) Cook, Kalee Cook, Jaelyn Holbrook, Kendall

Holbrook, Aiydun Shelby, Axdun Noble, Jensen Williams, J J Jones,

Jayden Jones and Madeline Jones; great-great grandchildren Lilly Cook

and Luna Cook; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of

friends and loving neighbors.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Wednesday October

20, 2021 at the Fleming-Neon Church of God- Neon, KY with Alfred

Lee Shepard officiating. Burial will follow in the Lee Greer Cemetery-

Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Visitation will be begin at 6:00 pm Tuesday October 19, 2021 at the

Fleming-Neon Church of God-Neon, KY

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Trula

(Stamper) Amburgey.

MURIEL ELIZABETH CANTRELL

POUND, VA – Mrs. Muriel Elizabeth Cantrell, 96, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday October 5, 2021 from

her sons home in Jasper, VA.

Muriel was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was baptized at the age of 19 and loved her Lord. She taught Sunday School

at the Indian Creek Freewill Baptist Church and loved quilting there. She was a loving and faithful wife, mother, grandmother,

sister and friend. She was proud of her family and had every right to be. She and Newton successfully raised four rowdy

boys all of whom turned out quite well. Muriel graduated high school and was a lifelong reader. She loved school and was a

member of the girls basketball team. She enjoyed cooking and caring for her family and friends, camping and fishing. Muriel

was a true lady, very modest and humble.

Muriel was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years Newton Cantrell; her parents Charles Alverse and Clara (Adkins)

Baker; sisters Violet Clark and Emogene Carter; brother Kenneth

Baker; and daughter-in-law Libby Cantrell.

Survivors include her sons Denny Cantrell-Pound, VA, Gerald Cantrell and wife Sheila-Jasper, VA, Randall Cantrell-

Big Stone Gap, VA and Stacy Cantrell-Pound, VA; four grand-

children David Cantrell (Felicia)-Pound, VA, Wendy Jordan

(Robbie)-Pound, VA, Dakota Cantrell (Jodie)-Pound, VA

and Colt Cantrell-Big Stone Gap, VA; a great-grandson Daniel

Jordan-Pound, VA; a great-great grandson Ezekiel Marcus Jordan; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday October 7, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The family will receive friends

from 6:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Friday October 8, 2021 at the Baker Cemetery on Bean Gap Road –Pound, VA where sons and grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial donation be

made to the Pound Rescue Squad at P O Box 711 Pound, VA

24279.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Muriel Elizabeth Cantrell.

GAIL B. HAYES

MURIEL ELIZABETH CANTRELL

AUSTIN LEE STURGILL

CLINTWOOD, VA - Gail B. Hayes, 78, went to be with

the Lord on Friday October 1, 2021 after a brief illness. Her

family was at her side.

Gail was a Christian and a member of the Slate Creek

Primitive Baptist Church. She loved her Lord and she loved

her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and wife.

Gail was a fantastic cook, she was well known for the delicious

meals she made and some of the best desserts ever. She loved

to feed people and said it was worth all her efforts just to see

them enjoy it.

Gail was a caregiver by nature, always willing to help people

in any way she could, cooking a meal, cleaning house or sitting

with a child or an elderly person. She was a woman of many

talents, she had an eye for decorating, she could put colors and

patterns together and make thing look great. She had fantastic

taste in clothing and kept not only herself looking great, but

Eugene as well. She had a flair for flowers, plants and hanging

baskets. She also had a green thumb, together with Eugene they

raised some fantastic gardens, and put them to good use fixing

wonderful meals and canning for later use. Gail was certainly

not afraid of work and took pride in everything she did whether

it was cooking, cleaning, sewing or hoeing the garden. She was

a people person, quick to make new friends and hang on to the

ones she had. She enjoyed good times with her family and

friends, and when time were not so good, she was always there

to lend a hand in any way she could. Gail always made you

glad to be around her and made you feel better about yourself.

She loved the Friday night lights, the feel of the big crowds and

was proud supporter of the Clintwood Greenwave.

Gail was preceded in death by her parents Willie Roy "Bill"

and Florence (Fleming) Buchanan; her son Randall Meade and

infant brothers Larry and Chester Buchanan.

Survivors include her husband Eugene Hayes; a sister Patsy

Mullins and husband Donnie; a brother David Buchanan and

wife Kaye all of Clintwood, VA; her grandchildren Randa Meade-

Nashville, TN; Nikki (Andrew) Duty-Bristol, TN; Jeremy (Amber)

Mullins-Dante, VA; Staci (Dustin) Peters-Coeburn, VA; Israel

(Mackenzie) Mullins-Pound, VA; Lacey Johnson-Clintwood, VA;

and Briton Wallace-Bristol, TN; eight great-grandchildren; several

nieces and nephews; and host of beloved friends.

Funeral service will be conducted at 7:00pm Tuesday October 5,

2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Ezra Davis, Jr

and Elder Jeffery Arnold officiating. The family will receive friends

from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Wednesday

October 6, 2021 at the Fleming Cemetery on Baker Ridge Road-

Clintwood, VA with Elder Kelly McGuire officiating.. Israel Mullins,

Jeremy Mullins, Ricky Mullins, Greg Mullins, Brad Mullins, Dustin

Peters, Freddy Dotson and Bo McArthur will serve as pallbearers.

Gary Fleming will serve as honorary pallbearer. Family and friends

are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 12:00 Noon to prepare

to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Gail B.

Hayes.

AUSTIN LEE STURGILL

MURIEL ELIZABETH CANTRELL

AUSTIN LEE STURGILL

STUART, VA –Austin Lee Sturgill, 28, entered into eternity

Thursday September 30, 2021 from his residence.

Austin was a born again Christian and was recently baptized.

He was a 2011 graduate of Pound High School then earned an

Associates Degree from Mountain Empire Community College.

Austin was a former employee of Food City and Lowes of Wise,

VA and was employed by Primland Resort at Meadows of Dan,

VA in the maintenance department. Austin worked hard and

loved his job, he actually got to meet several NASCAR drivers

when they stayed there. He was an avid Dale Earnhardt and

Dale Jr fan. He also loved hunting, fishing and ATV riding. He

ran cross country and track in high school. Austin enjoyed

hanging out with his family and friends, but his greatest joy

now was the time he spent with his daughter Aria.

Austin was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother Betty

Ruth Sturgill; an uncle, Daniel Wayne Sturgill; and cousins Michael

Shortt, Locklan Sturgill,Nina Danyell Sturgill, Savannah Barnette,

Brianna Dollarhyde and Travis McDaniels.

Survivors include his daughter Aria Sturgill; his parents Jimmy

Lee (Bo) and Delane (Church) Sturgill-Pound, VA; a sister Emily

Sturgill-Pound, VA; a brother Corey Sturgill-Pound, VA; his

paternal grandfather Jimmy Sturgill-Pound, VA; his maternal

grandmother Rose Church and husband Albert-Pound, VA; his

maternal grandfather Rondall Church-Big Stone Gap, VA: the

mother of his child Francis Setliff-Stuart, VA; several aunts,

uncles, and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday October 3,

2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Troy

Belcher officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm

until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday

October 4, 2021 at the Mt. Zion Cemetery-Pound, VA where

family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family

and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00

am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Austin Lee Sturgill.

Obituaries

DARLENE MULLINS

MICHAEL DAVID HAYES

BOBBY JOE JOHNSON

WISE, VA - Darlene Mullins, 49, passed away Tuesday September 28, 2021 at her residence. Her father was by her side.

Darlene was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She worked as a CNA for several years at Heritage Hall in Wise, VA. She enjoyed listening to music, both county and rock,

watching TV…she especially liked horror movies. But mostly she loved the time she spent with her family and friends.

Darlene was preceded in death by her mother Shirley(Shephard) Mullins; her sisters, Charlene Baldwin and Jennifer Mullins; her maternal grandparents Archie and Lois Shephard; and her paternal grandmother Veldia Mullins Maggard.

Survivors include her daughter. Lorna Beth Mullins and fiancé Austin Little- Wise, VA; a son, Justin Winkle and companion Ashante Zander- Big Stone Gap, VA; her father, Franklin Mullins- Wise, VA; her sister Greta Lambert- Mt. Jackson, VA; her brother, Franklin Mullins, Jr-Wise, VA; and special friend, Glen Dwayne Scott- Wise, VA

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday October 2, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Burial will follow in the John Hop Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Darlene Mullins.

BOBBY JOE JOHNSON

MICHAEL DAVID HAYES

BOBBY JOE JOHNSON

JENKINS, KY - Bobby Joe Johnson, 61, entered into eternity Monday September 27, 2021 from his residence,his loving wife was at his side.

Bobby was of the Christian faith, with a deep belief in his Lord and Savior. He was a former heavy equipment operator, blaster and foreman with over 20 years of

experience. He worked for PC&H Coal, Paramont Coal and a few others. Bobby enjoyed fishing and going to the lake and hanging out with his friends. He loved rebuilding Mopar Road Runners and Dodge Challengers and Harley Davidson Pan Head motorcycles. He loved to build and ride them all. Besides mechanicing, Bobby loved to travel… he was a true adventurer, always loving to try new things. He had a love for large breed dogs, until Koko came into

his life…from then on Koko was his one and only dog. Bobby really enjoyed joking around and just plane old aggravating who ever he could just to get a stir out of them,

especially his sweet wife Jill.

Bobby was preceded in death by a son, Gabriel Joseph Johnson; his parents, John and Betty (Varner) Johnson and an infant brother.

Survivors include his loving wife and best friend of 42 years, Pamela Jill (Funk) Johnson-Jenkins, KY; sisters, Kathy Sexton and husband Ernie- Millstone, KY and Phyllis Holbrook and husband Bill-Whitesburg, KY; special nieces and nephews, Ryan Scott Lucas, Dana Lucas, Kenny Ray Potter, Kraig Potter, Andrea Yonts and Mistie Johnson; great nieces and nephews, Joby Johnson, Kyra Johnson, Cearra Nily, Ashlynn Nily, Kaleb Nily, Dalton Potter, Allie Potter, Elijah Caudill, Isaiah Potter, Aubrey Potter, Zion Lucas, and Aiden Paul Lucas; numerous

cousins and friends and last but far from least ... his beloved Shih Tzu, Koko that was always by his side.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday September 30, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Danny Quillen officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday October 1, 2021 at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens- Big Stone Gap, VA where family and friends will serve as

pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 11:30 am to prepare to go in procession to the

cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Bobby Joe Johnson.

MICHAEL DAVID HAYES

JENKINS, KY- Michael David Hayes, 63, passed away Saturday September 25, 2021 from his residence with family by his side.

Mike was a Christian and he loved his Lord and Savior. He was a retired coal miner with 40 plus years of underground experience. Mike was a Mopar fanatic, he loved Hemi Cudas an was an avid muscle car collector. He loved long rides on his Harley Davidson motorcycles, going on trail rides on the side

by side and the four wheeler, he was also a big gun enthusiasts. But Mike… better known to his grandson as Papaw Punk, loved his grandkids with all his heart, and was always telling people how much he loved them.

Mike is preceded in death by his son, Michael Wayne Hayes, his parents, David Ralph and Alice Mae (Oliver) Hayes and a

brother, Roger Wayne Hayes.

Survivors include his grandchildren, Michael Wayne Hayes Jr and Eden Grace Hayes- Potter; a sister, Sharon Hayes- Louisville, KY; a brother, James Hayes- Jenkins, KY; special nephews, Roger

Hayes, Daniel Hayes, Jody Hayes, and Jeremy Hayes, and wife Misty-Blackey, KY; other nieces and nephews; special friends, Jamie Hall- Jenkins, KY and Charles "Buckwheat" Williams- Coeburn, VA; his four legged companion and best buddy,

Brownie; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday September 29, 2021 at the Hemphill Freewill Baptist Church – Jackhorn, KY, with Pastor Danny Hurst officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am Thursday September 30, 2021 at the Holbrook Cemetery- Neon, KY where Michael Wayne Hayes Jr., Jamie, Jeremy, "Buckwheat", Jeremiah, Justin and Levi will serve as pallbearers.Family and friends are asked to meet at the church by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Michael David Hayes.

DONNA LYNN MOORE

RALPH PATTON WHITAKER, JR

MICHAEL DAVID HAYES

BELINGTON, WV- Donna Lynn Moore, 50, passed away unexpectedly Sunday September 19, 2021 at her residence.

Donna was of the Baptist faith. She lived most of her life in Pound, VA. Donna was free spirited and lived the way she wanted. She had numerous friends and

loved spending time with them. She loved animals, especially horses and enjoyed traveling.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents Donnie Lee and Janice (Lundy) Moore.

Survivors include her daughter Casey Napier and husband Kevin-London, KY; grandchildren Levi Napier, Jenna Napier and Adi Napier: a sister Janet Moore and husband Glen Cantrell-Pound, VA; two

nephews Jake Cantrell and companion Jessica Mullins and children Abigail, Landon and Lincoln Mullins

and Evan Cantrell; and a host of friends and loved

ones.

As per Donna's wishes, she will be cremated and

a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the

family of Donna Lynn Moore

RALPH PATTON WHITAKER, JR

JENKINS, KY – Ralph Patton Whitaker, Jr, 76, passed away at his residence Friday September 17, 2021 after a courageous battle with multiple health issues.

Ralph was of the Freewill Baptist faith. He was a retired insurance agent with Farm Bureau Insurance. Ralph earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration from Clinch Valley College while also completing his teaching

certificate. Pat was an avid golfer and a very accomplished billiards player. He loved to travel and was known to enjoy a cold one on occasion. Pat was very witty and had a very

outgoing personality and never met a stranger.

Ralph was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Anna (Evanoff) Whitaker.

Survivors include his son Patrick Whitaker-Jenkins, KY; his first wife Cathy Neal; his second wife Sheila Wright; step-daughters Miranda Wright and Kelly Wright; and a

host of family, friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday September 23, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel

with H C Morris speaking and Reverend Randall Branham officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Entombment will follow in the Powell Valley Memorial Gardens Mausoleum-Big Stone Gap, VA.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Ralph Patton Whitaker, Jr.

TRENNIS "PAP" HAMILTON

RALPH PATTON WHITAKER, JR

POUND, VA – Trennis "Pap" Hamilton, 93. peacefully entered into eternity Sunday September 19, 2021 from the Heritage Hall

Rehabilitation Center in Big Stone Gap, VA.

Pap lived a long and happy life. He was a Christian and a member of Hamilton Chapel Church. He retired as a maintenance supervisor for Wise County National Bank and then worked in the construction

industry. As a younger man Pap loved to hunt and fish, especially in Goshen, VA. He was also in the cattle business and at one time had over 120 head of cattle to care for. Pap enjoyed reading western books as well as watching westerns on television. He also enjoyed watching Walker Texas Ranger and old shows like Mayberry. In his later years

his favorite means of transportation were his side by sides, he had a Rhino with over

14, 000 miles on it. But Pap's greatest joy

was the time he spent with his family and friends.

Trennis was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years Helen Rose Hamilton; his parents K H "Noy" and Pearlie (Cantrell) Hamilton; daughter-in-law Shirley Ann Hamilton; son-in-law Ronnie Slemp;

sister-Eunice Hensley and husband Buster; brothers Edison Hamilton and wife Gladys and Estel Hamilton; and brothers-in-law Wayne Leftwich and Lee Moore.

Survivors include his daughters Ginger Slemp-Wise, VA and Kim Dotson and husband Donivan-Gibsonville, NC; sons Randy Hamilton and companion Christine-Pound, VA, Greg "Cabbage" Hamilton

and wife Pam-Pound, VA and Jerry Hamilton and wife Rita-Big Stone Gap, VA; grandchildren Justin (Catherine) Countiss, Michelle (Donnie) Gillenwater, Shannnon (Debbie) Slemp, Pete Slemp, Will (Rachel)

Hamilton, Wyatt Hamilton, Reggie (Maddie) Hamilton, Ryan Dotson, Logan Hamilton, Chris (Kortney) Vanover, Jessica Mullins (Jake

Cantrell), and Tim Vanover; great-grandchildren Alex Countiss, Mollie Countiss, Ben Countiss, Mason Gillenwater, Brody Gillenwater, Kinslee Slemp, Keagan Slemp, Kaylee Slemp, Lexi Vanover, Abigail Mullins,

Landon Mullins and Lincoln Mullins; sisters Marie Moore-Pound, VA and Sally Leftwich-Pound, VA; sister-in-law Virginia Hamilton;

numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends the late Gary Maggard,

Speedy Hubbard and Clarence Boggs; special caregiver Hope Stevenson; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday September 23, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter and Reverend Burns Robinson officiating The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Pound VFW Post 9600 will perform military honors at 11:00 am Friday September 24, 2021 in the funeral home parking lot.

Burial will follow at the Hamilton Cemetery on Bold camp Road where grandsons and great-grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to

prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Pound Rescue Squad at P O Box 711 Pound, VA 24279

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Trennis "Pap" Hamilton

SHEILA KAYE PERRY

ERNEST CLYDE STROUTH

CALVIN FRANKLIN COX

COEBURN, VA- Sheila Kaye Perry, 60, entered into eternity Sunday September 19, 2021 from the Holston Valley Medical Center after an extended illness.

Sheila was a Christian and was member of the Church of Christ. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister aunt and friend. Sheila enjoyed watching soap operas, cooking, working with her flowers and listening to music, especially Bob Seger. She loved her family beyond description and was her happiest when she wasspending time with her family.

Sheila was preceded in death by her parents Curtis and Grace (Bevins) Maggard; her great-grandson Gabriel Paul Perry; sisters Betty Sue Perry, Corina McCurry and Joyce Taylor; and her brothers Hatler Maggard, Buster Maggard and Sam Maggard.

Survivors include her loving husband of 42 years DannyPerry; daughters Cora Carter and husband Leonard-Coeburn, VA and Rebecca Perry and fiancé J J Falin-Big Stone Gap, VA; sons Michael Perry and wife Karie-Broadford, VA and Jonathan Perry-Coeburn, VA; 6 grandchildren Zachary, Brandan, Caleb, Brian, Bradley and Cheyenne; 3 great-

grandchildren Haylee, Aiden and Arrabella; sisters Hettie Allen-Florida, Laura Brown-Texas, Sharon Oaks-Kentucky and Beulah Smallwood-Kentucky; brothers Jeff Maggard,

Jimmy Maggard and Sherman Maggard-all of Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

As per Sheila's wishes she will be cremated and there will be no public services.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Sheila Kaye Perry.

CALVIN FRANKLIN COX

ERNEST CLYDE STROUTH

CALVIN FRANKLIN COX

POUND, VA – Calvin Franklin Cox, 90, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday September 15, 2021 from his

residence.

Calvin was a Christian and attended Hope Freewill Baptist Church in Pound, VA. Calvin was a veteran of the United States

Army. He was a former heavy equipment operator in both the coal and construction industries. Calvin worked in the Alexandria and norther Virginia area for several years. He believed in working to provide for his family. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and raising a garden.

Calvin was preceded in death by his parents Alfred and Minnie (Edwards) Cox; his wife Sue Carol Cox; an infant daughter Mary Sue Cox; a son Calvin Cox, Jr.; sisters Irene

Wright, Janice N Grant and Wiladean Ingram; and a brother Avis Charles Cox.

Survivors include his sons Michael Cox and wife Mary-Pound, VA, Steve Cox and wife Gayetta-Sharps Chapel, TN ;Stuart Cox and wife Donna-Morristown, TN; Shelly

Branham and wife Christine-Pound, VA and Ronald Sexton and wife Becky-Pound, VA: 16 grand-children; 22 great-grandchildren: 2 great-great grandchildren; sisters Laumaretta Mullins and husband Bill-Pound, VA, Larretta Osborn -Pound, VA and Gail Thompson and husband Bobby- Danville, VA; a brother Jamie Alfred Cox and wife Janice- Fredericksburg, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Sunday September 19, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Burial will follow at the Cox Cemetery on Alfred Cox Road-Pound, VA where grandsons

and great grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Calvin Franklin Cox.

ERNEST CLYDE STROUTH

POUND, VA – Ernest Clyde Strouth, 89, entered into eternity Tuesday September 14, 2021 from the Norton Community Hospital.

Clyde was born February 7, 1932, he was the 6th child of 13 siblings. He was a retired coal miner with 30 years underground. He worked for several years in a pot ash mine

in New Mexico and was member of the volunteer rescue squad in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Clyde enjoyed going hunting,

fishing, riding his four wheeler and bowling. He was an avid Amateur Radio enthusiast. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend. Clyde especially looked forward to his weekly Sunday family gathering. He loved his family and provided for them to the best of his ability.

Clyde was preceded in death by his parents Robert "Bob" and Elizabeth "Lizzie" (Gentry) Strouth; siblings, Avie HazelSummers, Otis Strouth, Lowell Strouth, Rena Mae "Susie" Bell, Ruth Stanley, Marion Strouth, Lear Lucille Davis, Thurman Strouth, Thurston Strouth and Bobby Gene Strouth

Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years Virgie (Robinson) Strouth; his daughters Debra Strouth-Pound, VA and Vivian

Strouth-Pound, VA; his son Michael Strouth and wife Peggy-Pound, VA; grandchildren, Rusty Strouth, Cindy Mullins and Ricky

Strouth ; 11 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; a sister, Anita Grace Stanley; a brother, Jerry Strouth; a bonus daughter, Donna Adkins; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of

friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday September 16, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services. The family requests that everyone attending wears a mask.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday September 17, 2021 at the Meade Cemetery on Ferbie Roadin Pound, VA where Dalton Strouth, Bobby Strouth,

Timothy Mullins, Brayden Strouth, Jackson Beverly and Glen Brock will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

KT4KD….. signing off.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Ernest Clyde Strouth.

DAVID GENT JR.

TOMMY RAY CANTRELL

ERNEST CLYDE STROUTH

POUND, VA- David "Chicken Man" Gent, Jr. 65, passed away Friday September 10, 2021 from Pikeville Medical Center-Pikeville, KY.

David was of the Christian faith. He was a former heavy equipment operator for 30 plus years having worked for A&G Coal Company, Ison Coal Company and several

others. David also loved being a disc jockey on the radio playing music, giving advice or just telling a joke to his many followers. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing with his friends. David never met a stranger, he loved to strike up a conversation and make new friends. Last but far from being least …he just loved people, he was a caregiver until he physically was unable to do it.

David was preceded in death by his father, David Gent;

his mother, Madolyn (Taylor) Sergent; and his step-father

who helped raise him, Kermit Hayes.

Survivors include his daughter, Chassidy Carver-Clark

and husband Damar-Wise, VA; sons, Jody Daniel Gent-

Waverly, WV., Justin David Gent- Norton, VA and Conner

Dane Gent-Pound, VA; sisters, Cheryl Fultz and husband

Rickey-TN and Darlene Christman- PA; brother, Robert

Hayes-MD; granddaughters, Abi, Delaina, Destiny, Dalisia,

Eden and Thea; grandsons, Kyler, Damar Jr., Alec and Judah;

great grandchildren, Audrey, Nevada, Nevious and Tevin;

special companion and mother of his son Conner, Stacy

Carson; mother of his children, Cindy Mullins Gent; several

nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved

ones. You will be missed by many "Chicken Man".

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday

September 15, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Rickey Fultz officiating. The family will receive friends from

5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday

September 16, 2021 at the Eli Mullins Cemetery- Pound, VA

where family member will serve as pallbearers. Family and

friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to

prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of David Gent Jr.

TOMMY RAY CANTRELL

WYTHEVILLE, VA – Tommy Ray Cantrell, 85,

finished his earthly journey Thursday September 9, 2021 and went home to be with his Lord and Savior from the Commonwealth Senior Living Center in Hillsville, VA.

Ray was a born again Christian of the freewill Baptist faith. He loved reading the Bible. He taught Sunday school and numerous Bible classes.

Ray was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He cherished the

time he had with his family. When he was able he enjoyed sitting on the porch. Later he would sit in his recliner and enjoy the view out his window.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents Hiram and

Nell (Meade) Cantrell; his sisters, Dorsie Skeen and Zola

Hamilton; and his brothers Dennis Cantrell, Ola Cantrell,

Freddie Cantrell and Kermit Cantrell.

Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years Judy

(Slemp) Cantrell-Wytheville, VA; his daughters Gaynell

Cantrell- Manassas, VA, Mollie Kloth-Wisconsin and

Brenda Taylor and husband Jim-Manassas, VA; his sons

Scot Cantrell and wife Amy-Wytheville, VA and Nick

Cantrell and wife Elaine- Rural Retreat, VA; 11 grand

children; 12 great-grandchildren;1 great-great grandchild;

a sister Delilah Bishop-Castlewood, VA; brothers Rev.

Joel Cantrell and wife Sally-Pound, VA and Lee Cantrell

and wife Betty-Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and

cousins; special friend Wanda Wiles and Tammy Garland;

and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Saturday

September 18, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Pastor Joel Cantrell and Reverend Jimmy Slemp officiating.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of

services.

Committal services and burial will follow at the Cantrell

Family Cemetery in the Duncan Gap Section of Wise, VA

where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Tommy Ray Cantrell

RUBY MAE PERKINS

TOMMY RAY CANTRELL

POUND, VA- Ruby Perkins, 101, of Pound, VA passed away September 8th at her residence surrounded by loving family.

Ruby was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith and was a member of Pyles Memorial Chapel Church. She was also a member of the Pound VFW Ladies Auxillary. She loved quilting, cooking, gardening and canning. Ruby also enjoyed traveling, going to reunions and family get togethers. Ruby loved generations of her family.

Ruby was preceded in death by her parents Hannah and Basil Potter, husband, Quiller Perkins, daughters Juanita Forrester and Madonna Wallace (husband Bert), sons Ezra Perkins, Charles Perkins and Bruce Perkins. Also grandchildren William Forrester, Kenneth Mullins, Laura Perkins, Melissa Perkins, Angela Lane and great grandchildren Makinley Morris and Cody Caldwell. Ruby was the last surviving sibling of her family of 10.

Survivors include children Deborah Thomas (husband Ralph), Pound, VA, Helen Kilgore (husband David) Pound, VA, Andy Perkins (wife Irene) Pound, VA, Kelly Perkins (companion Shelly) St. Augustine, FL, Lucille Bennett (husband Parnell) St. Augustine, FL, Roy Neil Mullins (wife Gale- deceased) Palatka, FL, Janis Amerson, Jacksonville, FL, Ronald Perkins (wife-Jo) Mineola, TX, Johnny Ray Perkins (wife Dixie-deceased) Mineloa, TX and Edward Perkins (wife Paula) Alba, TX. Surviving daughter-in-laws Gail Perkins and Anna-Rita Perkins, one sister-in-law Belvia Sarver, and more than 100 grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and great-great-great grandchildren.

Special appreciation to caregivers and grandchildren Sherry Hubbard and Terry Gentry for their continued care of Ruby over the years. Special thanks to Dr. Kumar, Karen Short and all the staff of First Choice Home Health for their dedication of Ruby's care.

Family will receive friends from 4-6 pm on Saturday September 11, 2021 at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA.

Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm with Elder

Stacy Potter and Reverend Randy Carter officiating.

Private graveside service at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery on Sunday September 12, 2021.

Baker Funeral Home is serving the family of Ruby Mae Perkins.

DEBRA ANN MULLINS

POUND, VA- On September 5, 2021, Debra Ann Mullins, 64, finished her race, entered into eternity and saw Jesus face-to-face.

Debbie's faith, like all genuine believers was in Christ and Christ alone for salvation. Debbie served her Savior at West End Baptist Church in Big Stone Gap, VA. She

was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

Debbie had a kind soul, was of a gentle nature and had a big heart for those she loved. She enjoyed working with

flowers and watching cooking shows. The time she spent with her grandchildren were some of the most precious

moments in her life.

Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, Edward "Buddy" and Wanda (Short) Mullins.

Survivors include her daughters, Misti (Scottie) Robinson- Pound, VA, Stephanie (Josh) Tompkins- Big Stone Gap, VA

and Amanda (Brandon) Hale- Mount Carmel, TN; twelve grandchildren, Jacob Spears, Makenzie Robinson, Ryleigh Robinson,

Gracie Tompkins, Isaiah Tompkins, Christian Tompkins, Emma Tompkins, Hallie Tompkins, Abby Hale, Hannah Hale, Rebecca Hale and Jeremiah Hale; sisters, Patricia Shortt, Sue Olinger and Pam Branham; brothers, David Mullins and Kenneth Mullins; and her best friend, Donna Mullins; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday September 8, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Josh Tompkins and Brandon Hale officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday September 9, 2021 at the Riley Mullins Cemetery- Pound, VA where Scottie Robinson, Jacob Spears, Isaiah Tompkins, Christian Tompkins, Brody Stanley, David Mullins and Kenneth Mullins will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Baker Funeral Home help cover funeral expenses.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Debra "Debbie" Ann Mullins.

SANDRA DEE MAY

DEBRA ANN MULLINS

VIERA, FL – Sandra Dee May, 83, formerly of Church Hill, TN ascended to Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday

August 23, 2021.

Sandra was born in Pound, VA June 7, 1938 to the late Frank Durham and Mazie (White) Durham. Her childhood was spent

being educated and growing up with her siblings and friends there. In November of 1956 she was married to Frankie May

who was serving in the U S Army at the time.

They raised a family of six happy children; Glen, and his wife Shelia residing in Niceville, FL; Debbie, residing in Rockledge, FL;

Gail, residing in Atlanta, GA; Rick and wife Sonny residing in Melbourne, FL; Randy and his wife Kris residing in Live Oak, FL;

and Jeff and fiancé Ashley residing in Lancaster, KY.

Sandra is preceded in death by her sister Norma Jean (Maggard) Wright; and brothers Otis Maggard and Avis Maggard.

Mom is survived by her younger brother Harley Durham and wife Marie of Appalachia, VA. She had a loving relationship

with her fifteen grandchildren; forty-nine great-grandchildren;

and numerous nieces and nephews from all parts of the country.

Mom was educated and worked in the cosmetology field for many years before entering the medical field as a nurses aide, doing what she loved most, nurturing others. There she made many lifelong friendships which lasted throughout her life. She enjoyed her friendships, travel with her siblings and children, and was most proud of the special love she shared with her two grandsons Eli and Logan, who she became a second mother to. Our family reunions are where you would see her smile and gleam with pride for " Her Family".

The family will receive friends on Wednesday September 1, 2021 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Baker Funeral Home in Pound, VA.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00am Thursday September 2, 2021 at Baker Funeral Home in Pound, VA.

A graveside service will follow at Dewey Memorial Cemetery in Pound, VA

Baker Funeral Home is serving the May family.

BETTY JEAN WALKER

DEBRA ANN MULLINS

CATHERINE D. MULLINS

WISE, VA- Mrs. Betty Jean Walker, 85, was called home by her Lord and Savior on Monday August 16, 2021 from the Dickenson Community Hospital. Her loving family was at her bedside.

Betty was born March 12, 1936 in Houston, TX to her parents Henry Alvin Bischoff and Ruby Pearl (Tucker) Bischoff. She attended the Protestant Assembly of God Church. Betty worked for many years as a financial

officer for Dial Financial in Houston, TX. She enjoyed watching TV, some of her favorites shows were Law and Order, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy and the old time westerns.

She also liked a good card game, playing dominos and reading romance novels. She loved to travel and going on vacations, shopping and spending money.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her brother, Bob Alvin Bischoff and his wife Frances.

Survivors include her loving husband of 61 ½ years, Elvin Walker-Wise, VA; a son, Mark Walker and wife Glemia- Wise, VA; grandchildren Bernard Cantrell, Jr. (B B), Angela Cantrell and Melissa Freeman and husband Andrew; several

great-grandchildren; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 am Thursday August 19 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Larry Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends

from 10:00 am until time of services.

Graveside services will follow in the Wise Cemetery- Wise, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Betty Jean Walker.

CATHERINE D. MULLINS

TAMMY TOMPKINS STALLARD

CATHERINE D. MULLINS

POUND, VA – Catherine D. Mullins, "Cathy" 61, entered into eternal glory on Aug, 13, 2021. She passed in her home after a long battle with chronic lung disease.

Cathy was preceded in death by her parents Ralph Ratliff, Sr. and Joyce Y. Ratliff, (Jenkins), her husband Thurman Mullins (Pound), one son Shaun Mullins (S. Carolina).

She was survived by one brother Ralph Ratliff, Jr., Somerset, KY; her dearest friend, daughter Heather Horne George (Steven), Winchester, KY. One stepdaughter Renay Blevins (Joel), TN. One son Jonathon Mullins (Amber), Pound, VA. his two sons that called her "nan" her boys, Braeden Workman and Brylan Mullins, who have been her sidekicks. 5 grandsons, Justin, Hunter, Austin and Mason, and Kaidyn. 3 granddaughters Asha Bree, Ariel, Makenna. 5 great-grandchildren Chance, Izzy, Carter, Lilly and Raelynn, one uncle, several cousins, and a multitude that called her friend.

Cathy was of the Baptist faith. She was a licensed Cosmetology instructor and owned the Shiloh School of Cosmetology in Pound, Va in the 1990's. She became an EMT, then a nursing assistant, and then she fulfilled her dream of becoming a Nurse. She was a nursing supervisor at Friendship Manor in Roanoke, Va. until she became disabled. She loved nursing, her nursing family and caring the elderly. She passed her nursing passion on to her daughter.

Cathy had beautiful eyes and a smile that was contagious. This is not a goodbye, only her next chapter, until we meet again.

Funeral services will be conducted at 4:00 pm Sunday August 15, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Hunter Deel officiating. The family will receive

friends from 2:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will follow in the Dotson Cemetery on Highland Avenue in Pound, VA.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Catherine Mullins.

JOAN H. BENTLEY

TAMMY TOMPKINS STALLARD

POUND, VA – Joan H. Bentley, 86, stepped into eternity Tuesday August 10, 2021 from her residence. Her loving family was at her side.

Joan was a baptized Christian. She was born in New Rochelle, NY and raised in Port Orange, FL. She attended Tulane University in New Orleans. LA and had lived in Pound for over 60 years. Joan was a straight shooter and spoke her mind. But deep down she was very kind hearted. She loved her cats and loved Garfield. Joan always remembered special events in the lives of her family and friends. She was a diehard fan of The Young and The Restless, watching

it from the very beginning. One of her favorite sayings was "Love you to the moon and back". Joan loved canning and

preserving fruits and vegetables and giving them to family and friends and loved catfish dinners.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents Dr. David and Florence (Briscoe) Hartman; her husband James V. Bentley; her daughter Rosemary Bentley; and her son David "Lightnin" Bentley, and her brother Donald

Hartman.

Survivors include her daughters Pat Grant and husband Bill-Wise, VA, Donna Clendenin and husband Randal-Kingsport, TN, Cheryl Trudeau and husband Vinny-Lawrenceville, GA, and Paige Bentley and husband Chad Thomas- Louisville, KY; daughter-in-law Sondra Bentley-Pound, VA; grandchildren Tristian Bentley, Danielle Stallard and husband Alex, Michelle Bentley ,Rachel Hamilton and husband Will and Sarah Bolling and husband Justin; great-grandchildren Hayden Bolling, Isabella Bolling, Julia Bolling, Lauren Bolling and Wyatt Matthew Stallard; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of

friends and loved ones; and her cat

Tommy.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday August 13, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive

friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday August 14, 2021 at the Bentley Family Cemetery-Pound, VA

where Randal Clendenin, Vinny Trudeau, Tristian Bentley, Alex Stallard and Jeremy Sartin will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to the Humane Society or the local animal shelter of your choice.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Joan H. Bentley.

TAMMY TOMPKINS STALLARD

BIG STONE GAP, VA – Tammy Tompkins Stallard, 59, gained her angel's wings Sunday August 8, 2021 at Holston Valley Medical

Center. Her loving family was at her bedside.

Tammy was of the Freewill Baptist faith. She was a loving life partner, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Tammy was an avid Dale/Earnhardt & Dale Earnhardt, JR.

fan, She enjoyed shooting pool, throwing darts and fishing, as well as gardening, working in her flowers and crocheting. Tammy also loved to read, talking to her family and spending time with grandkids

and great-grandkids. But her greatest joy was her life partner Charlie, he truly made her happy. He loved her unconditionally and supported her in every way.

Tammy was preceded in death by her parents Donnie Lee and Rosalie (Mullins) Tompkins; her husband Luther Stallard; her sister Lisa Akers; and her brother Chris Tompkins.

Survivors include her loving life partner and soul mate of 21 years Charlie Morgan of the home; her daughters Jessica Tompkins and her significant other Tim Banks-Douglasville, GA, Carla Triplett-Hubert, NC and Priscilla Maddux and husband Travis-

Big Stone Gap, VA; her grandchildren Kelsey Tompkins, Alexander Banks, Alexis Banks, McKenzie Simpson and husband Christopher, Amber Collins, Jeremiah Triplett, Sydney Maddux and Camden

Maddux; her two special great-grandchildren that she raised from birth Ryan Tompkins and Hailey Tompkins; her great- grandchildren Darrell Edward Bentley III, Liam Simpson Alias Simpson and Cerenity Cooley: her sisters Cheryl Tompkins-Pound, VA and Colleen Stanley-Pound, VA; her brother Vernon Tompkins and wife Pat-Pound, VA; sister-in-law Tonda Tompkins-Pound, VA; brother-in-law Guy Akers-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday August 11, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy

Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services and asks that everyone dress casually.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday August 12, 2021 at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where

Bradley Tompkins, Travis Dutton, Stephen Akers, Jeff Tompkins, Guy Akers and Vernon Tompkins will serve as pallbearers. Family

and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Tammy Tompkins Stallard.

BETTY LUCILLE MULLINS

KATHERINE PAULINE KILLEN

POUND, VA - Mrs. Betty Lucille Mullins, 71, entered peacefully into her eternal reward Monday August 2, 2021 from the Dickenson Community Hospital. Her loving son

Scotty was at her bedside.

Betty was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith. She attended Pyles Memorial Chapel. Betty loved and trusted her Lord and Savior. She was a loving and devoted mother.

Betty was a dedicated homemaker, she kept her house exceptionally clean. She loved being at home with Scotty and her cat "Meggie". She loved cooking and caring for

them. Betty enjoyed watching soap operas, listening to country music, reading and working crossword puzzles.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Verda (Barnes) Crawford; her husband Sonny Mullins;

her sister Virginia Ann Estrada; and her brother Gary Lee Crawford.

Betty is survived by her son and best friend Scotty Mullins of the home; several nieces, nephews and cousins; her dear neighbor and friend Thelma Collins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm Thursday August 5, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive

friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday August 6, 2021 at the Orvin Stallard Cemetery on Right Fork Road-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go

in procession to the cemetery.

Baker funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Betty Lucille Mullins.

KATHERINE PAULINE KILLEN

Katherine Pauline Killen, 96, passed away Friday September 4,2020. Katherine was a Christian and a member of the Presbyterian Church-Pound, VA. She was married to her husband Thurman for 70 years until his passing in 2010. Thurman was the love of her life. Katherine and her husband Thurman started their business to- gether as barber and beautician in Pound for 48 years. Katherine enjoyed cooking, was a meticulous house keeper and was an avid reader. Katherine always supported her husband and since his death she had hoped for the day they would be reunited, now They are together for eternity. Katherine was proceeded in death by her loving husband Thurman Killen Sr., her loving mother Ruth Burke; special brother and sister-in-law Bill and Estelene Clatter- baugh; and daughter-in-law Joan Shortt Killen of Kingsport, TN Katherine is survived by her son Thurman Killen, Jr. and wife Linda of Gulf Breeze, FL; grandchildren, Pamela Killen Barter and husband Howard of Colorado Springs, CO, Derek Scott Killen and wife Heather of Carlsbad, CA, Katie Maricle and husband Mark of Fort Walton Beach, FL and Lee Killen of Edgewater, MD; great grandchildren, Ryan Killen, Ayden Roth Killen and Margaret Jane "MJ" Bartner; also by her special family members and care-givers Mary Robinson and Sandra Meade.

Celebration of life services will be held Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 11:00 AM in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel in Pound, VA.

MARY ALTA BOLLING

KATHERINE PAULINE KILLEN

MARY ALTA BOLLING

POUND, VA – Our beloved mother, Mary Alta Bolling, was called home on Friday , July 16, 2021. She was a woman of deep

faith and devotion which helped her face her final days with strength and courage; for she was ready to be with the Lord.

She spent 97 wonderful and fulfilling years on this Earth as a wife, a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, a friend and a sister to her church family. She was a dedicated member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and husband, Kenneth Bolling. They were married 47 years after she waited four long years for him to come home after the war. She was also preceded in death by her daughter and son-in-law, Lynette and Cecil Barker; as well as her grandsons, Nathaniel

P. Barker and Benjamin Matthew Sturgill.

She is survived by her children: Linda Boggs and husband, Vernon; Aleta Sturgill and husband, Glen; Kenneth Bolling, Jr.

and wife, Marla; Norman Bolling and wife Sandy. She is also survived seven grandchildren: Glendon Sturgill and wife, Cari; Jesse Barker; Benjamin Bolling ; Joshua Bolling and wife, Jessica;

Whitney Begley and husband Patrick; Jaret Bolling and wife, Nicole; and Erik Bolling and wife, Katie.

Most of all, her greatest pride are her great-grandchildren who loved and adored her: Halie and Kylie Sturgill; Clark, Claire, Easton, Drake and Oliver Bolling; Averleigh and Ian Begley; along with many nieces and nephews.

She is also survived by all who loved her and whose lives she touched in so many ways.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday July 20, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jimmy Slemp officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm

until time of services.

Graveside committal services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday July 21, 2021 at the Bolling/Sturgill Cemetery in the

Flat Gap section of Pound, VA where her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Mary Alta Bolling

PAUL JAMES CHURCH

STANFORD CRAIG FLEMING

MARY ALTA BOLLING

POUND, VA – Paul James Church, 72, passed away Tuesday July 13, 2021 from the Pikeville Medical Center. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Paul was a Christian of the Baptist faith, he attended Martha's Chapel Church. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. Paul was

a retired coal miner with nearly 40 years of experience working for Red River, Scotia and Lebo Coal Companies. Paul was a family man, he enjoyed spending time together

at the lake, feeding everybody and spoiling his grandchildren. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, berry picking and hunting dryland fish. One of his favorite things was riding his dog Annabelle on his golf cart.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents Junior Keith Church and Charmie Victoria (Phillips) Church; his first wife Dianna K. Church; his sister Susie Collier: a son Has

Eugene Hall and a nephew Shawn Collier.

Survivors include his loving wife of 42 years Doris Ann (Fleming) Church; his daughters Pamela Kiser Pound, VA, Teresa Ann Newsome-Jenkins, KY and Dora Ann Bowman-Jenkins, KY; a son Tony Hall-Jenkins, KY; his bonus son and right-hand-man Tony Kiser; grandchildren Lauren Paige Roop, Landon Kiser, Lucas Kiser, Trish Kiser, Diane Whitaker, Jeffery Newsome, Layton Hall and Logan Hall; great-grandchildren Abrielle "Belle" Roop, Josiphine "Josi" Kiser, Tanner

Collins and on her way Everleigh Suzanna Kiser; sisters Geneva Rutherford-Pound, VA, Patsy Adams-Eolia, KY; brothers Ronnie Church-Pound, VA and Randall Church-

Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; a host of friends and loved ones, and his beloved dog Annabelle.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday July 15, 2021 at Martha's Chapel Church on Dewey Road, Pound, VA with Reverend Ray Yeary officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday July 16, 2021 at the Phillips Family Cemetery on Dewey Road-Pound, VA with brother Larry Sturgill speaking. Paul's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Pound VFW Post 9600 will perform military honors. Family and friends are asked to meet at Martha's Chapel by 10:00 am to prepare

to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home–Pound, VA is serving the family of Paul James Church.

STANFORD CRAIG FLEMING

POUND, VA – Stanford Craig Fleming, 76, passed into

eternity Saturday July 10, 2021 from the Bristol Regional

Medical Center.

Craig was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a veteran

of the United States Army having served in the 198th Americal

Division during the Vietnam War. He was a retired heavy

equipment operator with over 40 years experience mostly with

Glamorgan Coal and TECO.

Craig enjoyed family vacations, traveling, spoiling his grandkids

and home cooked meals. He especially loved ice cream. He was

so proud of his kids and grandkids and was so excited about the

news of a new grandbaby on the way (although he did tell Ryan

he would have to work till he was 85). Craig loved to study the

Fleming family genealogy. He loved to play poker, and was

something of a "card shark". He was an avid Alabama football

fan and liked the Kentucky Wildcat basketball team and enjoyed

watching NASCAR races, especially when Chevrolets won.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents Oren and Letha

(Dotson) Fleming; and sisters Kay Fleming Lippse and Angela

Fleming Jackson.

Survivors include his loving wife of 35 years Margaret (Boggs)

Fleming; his daughter Vanessa Fleming and companion Larry

Combs-Clintwood, VA; his sons Shannon Fleming-Pound, VA

and Ryan Fleming and wife Myranda-Big Stone Gap, VA; his

grandchildren Morgan Fleming, Gavin Fleming, Sophie Fleming,

Lylah Fleming and Josie Fleming and a new grandbaby on the

way; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Larry

Large, Brian Cantrell, Wilma Austin and Candy Bolling; his

beloved dog Buddy; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 6: 00 PM Thursday

July 15, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive

friends from 4:00 PM until time of services.

Pound VFW Post 9600 will perform military honors and

graveside committal services and burial will follow in the

Bolling Cemetery-Pound, VA where Jeff Collins, Larry Large,

Finley Jackson, Matt Pilkenton, Jimmy Elkins and Brian

Osborne will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will

be Brian Cantrell, Daris Anderson, Joe Mullins, Mark

Pilkenton, Peter Burke, Blaine Reed, Roy Mullins, Leonard

Hubbard and Vernon Tompkins.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Stanford Craig Fleming.

TATE LEE HAMPTON

STANFORD CRAIG FLEMING

EOLIA, KY – Tate Lee Hampton, 90, entered into his eternal

reward Saturday July 10, 2021 from the Whitesburg ARH.

He was surrounded by his loving family.

Tate was of the Primitive Baptist faith and a long time member

of the Millstone Primitive Baptist Church. He was a man of deep

religious convictions and trusted his Lord and Savior. Tate was a

retired foreman from the Kentucky State Highway Department,

where he had over 35 years of service. He enjoyed working side

by side in the garden with Inez. Tate loved going fishing, turkey,

squirrel, coon and rabbit hunting, He was the best Paw-Paw and

he loved telling them stories, giving them candy and spending as

much time as he could with his grandkids and great-grandkids.

Tate was preceded in death by his parents Ivory Lee and

Louisa (Bolling) Hampton; a daughter Judy Branham; a son

Hassell Lee Hampton; and son–in-law Teddy Sturgill; a sister

Alma Williams; brothers Corbin Hampton, Patrick Hampton,

Glenn Hampton, Wilson Hampton and Swanson Hampton;

and 3 great-grandchildren

Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years Inez (Brock)

Hampton; daughters Naomi Sturgill-Eolia, KY, Rachel Sturgill-

Eolia, KY and Alma York-Eolia, KY; his son Corbin Hampton

and wife Kim-Eolia, KY; grandchildren April Martin, Carol

Shyann Hampton, Hassell Hampton, Jr., Crystal Hampton,

Kimelia Osborne, Cora Fields, Abbey Chapman, Sarah

Shepherd, Josh Hampton, Sheldon Sturgill, Shannon Sturgill,

Tabitha Lewis, Shawn Sturgill, Kenny Ray Scott, Alicia Scott,

Kayla Chapman, Chad Stidham and Lorie Morine; 41great-

grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his church

family and a host of friends and loved ones.

The family will receive friends after 5:00 pm Tuesday July 13,

2021 at Baker Funeral Home in Pound, VA.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday

July 14, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder

Trillis Adams and Elder William Adams officiating.

Burial will follow at the Hampton Cemetery on Dog Rock

Road in Eolia, KY where family members and friends will

serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Tate Lee Hampton.

ROGER MARTIN BAKER

ANDREW DERRICK VICKERS

ANNE NORRIS STURGILL

CLINTWOOD, VA – Roger Martin Baker, 57, passed peacefully into eternity Friday July 9, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Roger was of the Freewill Baptist faith. He was a coal truck driver/ mechanic for many years, he was well known for being a Jack of all Trades, his family would say, " If Roger can't fix it….it can't be fixed." He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather brother and friend. He believed in working to provide for his family and did so until he was no longer physically capable. He enjoyed looking for dry land fish but mostly he loved the time he spent with his grandkids.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Margaret Sue (Tackett) Baker; brothers, Johnny Baker and Jerry Baker; and sister-in-law Virginia Baker.

Survivors include his loving wife of 35 years Michelle (Hollyfield) Baker; daughters Jessica Tompkins and husband Jeff-Pound, VA and Brittany Walenter and husband Bob- Clintwood, VA; grandchildren, Alyssa Tompkins and Sarah Tompkins-Pound, VA; sister, Charlene Baker and companion

Woody Bush-Pound, VA; brothers, Rodney "Hank" Baker-McRoberts, KY and Ronald Baker-Wise, VA; half-sister, Rhonda Baker- Pound, VA; half-brother, Randy Baker- Wise,

VA; uncle, Denver Roger Baker and wife Margaret- Cromona, KY; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday July 12, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy

Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday July 13, 2021 at the Baker–Mullins Cemetery on Draxie Lane, Clintwood, VA where family and friends will serve as

pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Roger Martin Baker.

ANNE NORRIS STURGILL

ANDREW DERRICK VICKERS

ANNE NORRIS STURGILL

Anne Norris Sturgill, 71, passed away Tuesday August 25th from complications of pancreatic cancer. After struggling the better part of a year, she achieved her goal of a "graceful exit," at home surrounded by family.

She grew up in the National Park System. Her father, Tom Norris, was a park ranger, and every few years the family--her mother Nan, sister Margie, and brother George, and she--would move as he changed positions. This nomadic life gave her both a respect and love of the natural world and the ability to make friends wherever she went.

Attending ETSU, while working in the theater, she met her future husband, Don Sturgill. Once they were married, she followed him back to Pound, where they made a life and became part of the community. In August they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.

She worked at Wise County Social Services for over 30 years, taking a 9 year break to raise their two sons, Chris and Thomas, to school age. She retired as the Supervisor of Child Protective Services after decades of making sure children were in safe, stable homes.

In her retirement, she dedicated herself to several volunteer organizations. She knitted hats and stitched quilts for cancer patients. She worked with the Garden Club. She volunteered at Natural Tunnel State Park. She served Pro Art as a board member and an officer. She celebrated her love of nature and her memory of her father by becoming a Virginia Master Naturalist, and would volunteer to introduce kids to insects and other fauna at the Norton Farmers Market. An enthusiastic reader, she also enjoyed time at home with a good book.

A lifelong Episcopalian with deeply held faith, she was a longtime active member of All Saints Episcopal Church in Norton.

She valued grace, pragmatism, and meeting problems head-on. Her personality and faith allowed her to approach cancer with a quiet resolve, taking things one step at a time and enjoying each day. Her sense of humor never left her. Nor did her curiosity and concern for those around her.

She was preceded in death by her father Tom Norris, and her sister Margie Dotson.

She is survived by her devoted husband of fifty years, Don; her son Christopher, his wife Sapna, and grandson Omi-San Francisco, CA; her son Thomas, his wife Laura, and grandsons Abe and Ezra -- Nashville, TN; her mother Nan -- The Laurels in Wise, VA; her brother George -- Phoenix, AZ.

Memorial services will be conducted 10:00AM July 10, 2021 at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens in Big Stone Gap, VA. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery.

ANDREW DERRICK VICKERS

Andrew Derrick Vickers, a registered nurse and resident of Schertz, TX, passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at the age of 29. He was surrounded by those he loved most: his wife, brother, parents, and his German shepherd, Harley.

Andrew is survived by his wife, Morgan Bobinski; his parents, Carl and Clara Vickers; his brother, Daniel Vickers and wife Breyanna; niece, Vivian Grace Vickers; maternal grandparents, David and Judy King; paternal grandmother, Christine Peterson; paternal uncles and aunts, Charles and Regina Richardson; Michael and Missy Scarberry; maternal uncle and aunt, Mark and Missy Russo; and multiple great aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Lawrence (Pete) Peterson; cousins, Jessica McArthur and Kevin Stallard.

Andrew was born in Abingdon, VA, on July 8, 1991, to Carl and Clara Vickers. He graduated from the University of Virginia-College at Wise in 2013 with a bachelor's degree of science in nursing and simultaneously obtained his license as a registered nurse. He was nationally recognized with both medical-surgical and hospice nursing certifications. While working as a registered nurse on the island of O'ahu (Hawaii), he attended the University of Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX, to obtain his master's degree in healthcare administration.

On June 4, 2016, he married Morgan, a registered nurse and his first love. After moving to Schertz, TX, Andrew and Morgan welcomed their beautiful boy, Harley, into their family. Although Andrew loved many pets, Harley won his heart and the two of them spent countless hours together hiking, playing catch, learning new tricks, and snuggling on the couch.

Andrew was an avid traveler who was known for his insatiable wanderlust, fearlessness, and adventurous spirit. He enjoyed traveling the globe to experience and learn about new cultures. He loved skiing the black diamond slopes in New Mexico, swimming cage-free with sharks off the Hawaiian coast, eating crunchy delicatessens in Thailand, biking the volcanic walls in Ecuador, and walking the edge of the Great Wall of China. Andrew was gifted with an incredible memory, as proven by his most recent decision to memorize the first 100 digits of Pi (3.14)—this was just one of his countless memory feats most of us could only dream about.

Andrew's memorial ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, July 17, 2021. Visitation is scheduled from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and the funeral service is scheduled at 12:00 pm at Baker Funeral Home, 11316 Riverside Drive, Pound, VA 24279. Pastor Michael Scarberry will officiate. Immediately following the ceremony, the family will host a luncheon at Wise County Church of Christ, 5527 Airport Road, Wise, VA 24293. In lieu of flowers, Andrew requested you support others by donating blood at your local blood bank orhospital. In addition, he requested you support the Be The Match foundation that continues to search and find cures for blood cancers. The link to support Be The Match is https://bethematch.org/support-the-cause/.

FRANCES JONELL SHORT

JOHNATHAN RICHARD MULLINS

ANDREW DERRICK VICKERS

POUND, VA – Frances Jonell Short, 89, passed away Monday July 5, 2021 from her residence.

Frances was of the Old Regular Baptist faith. She cherished the time she spent with her family. When she was able she loved cooking and feeding her family, sewing and bowling. Frances also loved to go shopping.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents William Vanover and Samantha Mullins; her step-father Arthur Mullins her husband John C. "Arley" Short; a son Dexter D. Short; and brothers Arthur Mullins, Jr., Roger Mullins, and Bennie Allen Mullins.

Survivors include her daughters Gail Savage-Pound, VA and Sandra Johnson and husband Chris-Pound, VA; sons Elbert Short-Pound, VA, John Short-Pound, VA and Robin Short and wife Rhonda-Pound, VA; grand-

children Elbert Short, Jr., Amy Lee Jones. Mary Short, Jason Mullins, Andrew Gilbert, Levi Johnson, Lori Johnson, Amanda Short, Renee Short, Samantha Mullins, Sara Fritz, Anthony Short and Emily Short; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters Glenda Stanley and husband Elder-Clintwood,VA, Armona Mullins and companion Herman Duty-Abingdon, VA and Marcell Powers-Abingdon, VA; brothers Bobby Mullins and wife Jo-Abingdon, VA and Danny Joe Mullins and wife Kyong-Abingdon, VA; a host of nieces , nephews and cousins; special friends Betty Dingus Rhinehart and Geneva Dahlbik;

care givers and special friends Robin Hill and Marie Hamilton and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Wednesday July 7, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elbert Short, Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Burial will follow the Riley Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Frances Jonell Short.

PATSY JEAN MURPHY

JOHNATHAN RICHARD MULLINS

NORTON, VA- Patsy Jean Murphy, 65, passed away peacefully Wednesday June 29, 2021 from her residence after a courageous battle with cancer. She is now in paradise

with her loved ones that beat her home.

Patsy was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a loving sister, aunt and friend. Patsy enjoyed going to church when she was able. She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially reunions and holidays. Patsy cherished the time she spent with her sisters Linda and Pauline lately.

She also enjoyed watching westerns.

Patsy was preceded in death by her parents, Mathew and Nina (Collins) Messer; an infant son, and a brother Tommy Messer.

Survivors include her sisters Linda Mullins-Norton, VA, Pauline Mullins-Norton, VA, and Jackie Neveready and husband John-Gloucester,VA; a brother Arley Messer and

wife Janice-St. Charles, VA; sister-in-law Jeanne Messer; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Memorial services will be conducted at 12:00 noon Saturday July 10, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend

John Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound is serving the family of Patsy Jean Murphy.

JOHNATHAN RICHARD MULLINS

POUND, VA – Johnathan (John-John) Mullins,52, passed away unexpectedly Saturday June 26, 2021 from his residence.

John John was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and four-wheeling. John John loved to cut up and pull

a good prank on someone every chance he could. He loved kids, animals and old people. He helped the elderly with whatever they needed every chance he could. John John

worked in the timber industry and also did a lot of mowing and weedeating.

John John was preceded in death by his father Jerry Van Mullins; his paternal grandparents, Gormon and Agnes (Boggs)

Mullins; his maternal grandparents, Johnny and Etta (Short) Cantrell and Lula Cantrell.

Survivors include his mother Linda (Cantrell) Mullins-Pound, VA; daughter Brittney Presley and husband Nathan-Clintwood, VA; grandchildren Adalynn Presley, Brylee Presley, Cori Presley and Dawson Presley; sisters Veronica Mullins Layne-Kingsport, TN and brother-in-law Preston Layne and Tabatha Collins-Coeburn, VA; brother Jerramy Mullins and wife Jessica-North Carolina; Bubby's special loves Kendra Lovern and husband Tim, Jada Layne and Tucker Layne; great niece Aubrey Lovern; great nephews Jaxon Lovern and Briggs Lovern; niece Cheyenne Collins: nephews Tyler Mullins, Logan Mullins, Brady Mullins and J.T. Collins, several aunts uncle and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday July 3, 2021 at the Eli Mullins Cemetery on Sock Road-Pound VA with Reverend Randy Carter officiating.Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:45 am.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Johnathan Richard Mullins.

JAMES (J. T.) ROBINSON

POUND, VA - James Talmage (J. T.) (Ol' Man) Robinson, 83, entered peacefully into eternity Thursday June 24, 2021 from the

James H. Quillen VA Medical Center-Mountain Home, TN after an extended illness.

J.T. was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Ferbie Chapel FWB Church in Pound, VA. and a founding member of Bethel Freewill Baptist Church in Woodbridge, VA where he served as

youth director and later taught Sunday School. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served as an aircraft mechanic. J.T. was an excellent mechanic and drove trucks for years, eventually being and owner/operator. J.T. was an outdoor enthusiast and enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends.

He particularly enjoyed hunting Kemmer Mountain Curs and meeting with his hunting buddies yearly for the Kemmer Mountain

Cur Association hunt.

J.T. was preceded in death by his parents McKinley and Elizabeth "Lizzie" (Stallard) Robinson; sisters Eloise Robinson, Elwanda

Robinson, Virginia Meade; Aileen Miracle, Delores Crabtree, and Betty Daniels; brothers Henry Robinson, Warren Robinson,

Percy Robinson, McKinley "Junior" Robinson and Carson Robinson.

Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years Janet (Baker) Robinson; a daughter Sonja Suggs and husband Chris-Strasburg,

VA sons Duane Robinson-Pound, VA and Dennis Robinson and wife Terri-Weyers Cave, VA; bonus child Adam Cessna-Pound,

VA; grandchildren Tracey Michael and husband Mikie, Wyatt Suggs and Cody Suggs; great-grandchildren Owen Michael,

Emmet Michael and Levi "Little Paps" Michael; sisters Leila Minor-Rochester, NY, Monica Gallahan and husband Walter-

Clearbrook, VA, Virgie Strouth and husband Clyde-Pound, VA and Sharon Layne and husband Sonny-Front Royal, VA; several

nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday June 27, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Chris

Strange officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Pound VFW Post 9600 will perform military services at 10:45 am Monday June 28, 2021 at Baker Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at the Meade Cemetery on Ferbie Road-Pound, VA where Duane Robinson, Dennis Robinson, Chris Suggs, Mike Strouth, Scott Mullins and Jason Kelly will serve as pallbearers. Owen, Emmet and Levi Michael will be honorary pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of James Talmage (J.T.) Robinson.

LYNDON JACKSON BAKER

JAMES (J. T.) ROBINSON

POUND, VA – Lyndon Jackson Baker, 57, entered peacefully into eternity Monday June 21, 2021.

Lyndon was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a dedicated family man and a tireless worker. Lyndon worked for short time in

the mines, but most of his working life he was the owner/operator of Mill Creek Wedges, Inc. where they did everything from logging and hauling timber to a lumber mill where they produce everything from cap wedges and mining timbers to lumber and wood siding. He oversaw every step in the process. He was a fair man to work for, he

believed in an honest wage for an honest days work, but he expected you to work as hard as he did. Lyndon also ran the Mill Creek Sportsman Club. He was an avid gun collector, hunter and fisherman.

He loved shooting matches and turkey shoots.

Lyndon was very patriotic, he loved his country and was a huge

supporter of Donald Trump. He loved going to restaurants of any kind. He always had a grin on his face and a story to tell. Lyndon

was more than willing to help anyone he could. He was a gentle giant when it came to his family. He cared for and protected his wife

and girls. But his greatest joy was spending time with his grand kids and spoiling them every chance he got.

Lyndon was preceded on death by his mother Pauline Beverly Eaton; his father Delbert Smith; a sister Kathy Baker; a brother Michael Smith; and his maternal grandparents Walter and Elizabeth Smith Beverly.

Survivors include his loving wife of 28 years Tammy (Mullins) Baker; his daughters Amber Crowder and husband Gabe–Blountville, TN, Brianna Baker–Bristol, VA, Kaitlyn Lasher and husband Joe-Nashville, TN and Shae Woodby and husband Cody-Pound, VA; grandchildren Reigan Hope Graham, Lilly Faith Graham, Mason Wade Ratliff and Cohen Augustus Woodby; sisters Teresa Logan and husband Dennis-Pound, VA, Gail McGhee and husband Rod-Kingsport, TN, Donna Lawson and husband Louna H.-Coeburn, VA, Debbie Bright and husband Roy-Big Stone Gap, VA and Clara House-Kentucky; step-sister Sherry Browning and husband Marvin-Pound, VA; step-father Buford Baker and wife Rita-Coeburn, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his crew at Mill Creek; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday June 24, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am Friday June 25, 2021 at the Baker Family Cemetery in the Mill Creek section of Pound, VA where Gabe Crowder, Joe Lasher, Cody Woodby, Letcher Lee, Travis Lee, Caleb Anderson and Chris Anderson will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be the employees of Mill Creek Wedges, Inc. Family and friends are asked to meet at baker funeral Home by 10:00 am.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Lyndon Jackson Baker.

GEORGE RAY PROFITT

JAMES (J. T.) ROBINSON

BETHANY RENEE MULLINS HAMILTON

WISE, VA – George Profitt, 63, passed away peacefully

Thursday June 18, 2021 from Norton Community Hospital.

George was of the Catholic faith. He was a retired diesel

mechanic

George was preceded in death by his parents James Profitt

Sr. and Bertha (Honeycutt) Profitt; his wife of 21 years Brenda

Sue (Overhaltz) Profitt; sisters Audria Grant, Sylvia Carter,

and Bertha Melinda Branham; and brothers James Profitt, Jr.

and Chester Profitt.

Survivors include his sister Minnie McFall-Wise, VA;

brothers Ernest Profitt-Rexburg, ID and Charles Profitt-Norton,

VA; God daughter Lillie Marker; nieces Rosemary, April, Eva,

Savannah, Alexis, Amanda and Jamiee; nephews Kristopher,

Doug and Nicholas; several great-nieces and great-nephews;

and a host of friends and loved ones.

Burial will take place Tuesday June 22, 2021at Preble Memory Gardens 3377 US 35

East, West Alexandria, Ohio 45381

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

George Ray Profitt.

BETHANY RENEE MULLINS HAMILTON

POUND, VA - Bethany Renee Mullins Hamilton. 38, passed away unexpectedly Thursday June 17, 2021 at her residence.

Bethany was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was 2001 graduate of Pound High School and held an associates degree

in police science from Mountain Empire Community College. Bethany believed in providing for her daughter Zoe, she worked

for several years for Sykes and then worked as a shuttle car operator for nearly 6 years for Cumberland Natural Resources

and Alpha Natural Resources. She then worked for Dollar Tree and the Wildcat Convenience Store.

Bethany enjoyed doing crafts, she was a Dallas Cowboy fan and loved forensic and investigative television shows. She

loved her pets Yoko, Kruger and Bubby. Bethany cherished the time she spent with her daughter Zoe and Zoe's friends.

Bethany is survived by her daughter Zoe Mullins; her husband of 10 years Michael Hamilton; her parents Liz and Larry Mullins; her brother Kevin Mullins and wife Kelly; her

nephew Tyler Mullins all of Pound, VA; and a host of family, friends and loved ones.

Bethany will be cremated and there will be no public services.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Bethany Renee Mullins Hamilton.

JACKIE WAYNE TUNNELL

BETHANY RENEE MULLINS HAMILTON

JACKIE WAYNE TUNNELL

POUND, VA - Jackie Wayne Tunnell, 81, entered peacefully into eternity Thursday June 3, 2021 from the Prestonsburg Health

Care Center.

Jackie was a Christian and a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Jackie

believed in working to provide for his family. He was an iron worker and supervisor for approximately 55 years. He helped erect the steel in the Fed Ex Stadium in Washington, D C, Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, John Hopkins Hospital, Langley Air Force Base and hundreds of other sites during his

career. Jackie loved anything outdoors, taking walks, hunting and fishing. He cherished the time he spent with his family

and loved playing with his babies. He was a man of large stature, but was really a gentle giant.

Jackie was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Pauline

(Dove) Tunnell; a baby girl Sherry Ann Tunnell; a sister Shirley

Mullins: his in-laws Buck and Roxie Branham; and a nephew

Greg Branham.

Survivors include his loving wife of nearly 58 years Particia

Tunnell; his daughter Tracy Mullins and husband David-Wise,

VA; his son Tony Tunnell and wife Crystal-Norton, VA; grand-

children Tia Tunnell and Zac Mullins; bonus daughter Lauren Yates ; special babies Natalee Jade and Chaelee Brooke; a sister Charlotte Accuff- Knoxville, TN; and a host of family, friends and loved ones.

As per Jackie's wishes he will be cremated and a Celebration

of Life gathering will be held from 12 Noon until 2:00 pm Sunday

June 6, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel. Pound VFW

Post 9600 will perform military honors at 2:00 PM.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the VA for

all the services they provided for Jackie.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donation be made to the

Pound Resque Squad , P O Box 711 Pound, VA 24279.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Jackie Wayne Tunnell.

LORETTA JUNE HODGES

BETHANY RENEE MULLINS HAMILTON

JACKIE WAYNE TUNNELL

POUND, VA- Loretta June Hodges, 84, passed away

Saturday May 29, 2021 from her residence. Her loving

family was by her side.

Loretta well known in our community, she attended the

Church of Christ and was involved in numerous activities.

She got her GED and was a certified nurses aide. Loretta

was a master gardener and practiced alternative gardening.

At one time she had her own organic grocery. She loved

nature and animals. She was the founder of People for a

Clean Environment and was a member of the Wise Clean

Team. Loretta was a member and former president of the

Pound Lions Club. Loretta was fundamental in developing

and volunteered several years for the RAM Healthcare clinic

at the Wise Fairgrounds. She was known for her cooking and

at one time ran the Jerky and the Sunrise restaurants. She did

all this and still had time to be an excellent mother and home-

maker. She loved the time she spent with family and friends.

Loretta was preceded in death by her husband, Hobert

Curtis Hodges; parents, Bathus Lee and and Elsie (Maggard)

Sowards; sisters, Delorce Sowards and Maybelle Triplett and

brothers Glen Roger Sowards and J. D. Sowards.

Survivors include her daughter Karen Hodges-Winchester,

VA, Sheral Carter and husband Rich-Huntsville, AL and Renee

Hodges and husband Steven Mullins-Castlewood, VA; her sons

Claude Alan Hodges-Pound, VA and Richard Lee Hodges-

Pound, VA; 15 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren;

sisters Janie Hackedy-Winter Haven, FL and Judy Mullins-

Pound, VA; brother David Sowards and wife Mary-Pound, VA;

several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and

loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Wednesday

June 2, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Robbie

Sowards speaking. The family will receive friends from 12:00

Noon until time of services.

Burial will follow in the Sowards Family Cemetery on Big

Branch-Pound, VA where Claude Hodges, Richard Hodges,

Christopher Hodges, Colin Mullins, Grant Mullins and Jeremy

Sowards will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Loretta June Hodges

MICAH ANDREW SHORT

GILBERT N. NECESSARY

POUND, VA- Micah Andrew Short, 60, entered into eternity Saturday May 29, 2021 from Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN. His loving family was by his side.

Micah was a coal miner for 27 years and a diehard St. Louis Cardinals fan. He loved fishing and hunting. He was also a Cleveland Browns and Kentucky Wildcats

fan. He enjoyed time with his friends and family, but his greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren Lilly and Bella.

Micah was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Mildred (Peak) Short; and his best friend Barry Meade.

Survivors include his loving wife of 37 years Becky Short; his daughter Sarah Short –Wise, VA; his son Isaiah Short-Pound, VA; grandchildren Lillian Faith Parsons and Bella Grace Creed; brothers Irvin Short and wife Joan-Pound, VA, Lewis Short and wife Mary

and Fitzhugh Short and wife Margo-Pound, VA; sisters Carolyn Short-Knoxville, TN, June Mullins and husband James-Pound, VA; sister-in-law Melinda Stanley and

husband Billy-Pound, VA; brother-in-law Jeffrey Osborne and wife Donna-Pound, VA; father-in-law Charles Osborne

and wife Linda-Pound, VA; a very special niece Haley

Stanley; several other nieces, nephews and cousins; and

a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday June 1, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Kendall Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday June 2, 2021 at the Osborne Cemetery on Lantern Road-Pound, VA where Isaiah Short, Billy Stanley, Jeffrey Osborne, Les Stallard, David Paul Short and David Osborne will serve as pallbearers. Irvin Short, Lewis Short and Jim Mullins are honorary pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Micah Andrew Short.

GILBERT N. NECESSARY

POUND, VA-Gilbert N. "Poppy" Necessary, 79. entered peacefully into eternity Thursday May 27, 2021 from Norton Community Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. His family was at his side.

Gilbert was of the Baptist faith. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Vietnam War. Gilbert was

a former coal miner, he retired from Westmoreland Coal Company and was a member of the United Mine Workers of America, he was also the former owner/operator of J&G Cab Co. Poppy enjoyed life to the fullest. He was plain spoken and free spirited. He enjoyed

riding motorcycles and loved his cars.

Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Polly (Stanley) Necessary; his life companion of 31 years Darlene Parker;

and his brothers Rayburn Necessary and Herbert Necessary.

Survivors include his daughters Angela Belcher and husband Jerry-Brooks, KY, April Lamkin and husband Randy-Shepherdsville,

KY and Josie Johnson-Wise, VA; grandchildren Samantha Anderson(Aaron), Aaron Cox (Tamara Whitt), Corey McReynolds (Sabrina), Kristen Walbright, Cody Acelinger, Joshua Andriot, Rachael Holdcroft and Karissa Hensley (Henry); great-grandchildren Jackson Anderson Carlie Andriot, Bently Acelinger and Riley Cupp; sisters Cleda Garland (Everette)-Elizabethton, TN and Iris Gillenwater (Joe)-Kingsport, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Johnny Clark, Ralph Cox and wife Regina; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Tuesday June 1, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The VFW Honors Team from Big Stone Gap, Norton and Coeburn will perform military honors. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. Burial will follow in the Boggs Cemetery on Boggs Hollow Road-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Gilbert N. Necessary.

HELEN MONTANA WARD

GILBERT N. NECESSARY

JACKIE LEE HAMILTON SR.

GATE CITY, VA – Helen Montana Ward, 75, entered into eternal life Saturday May 15, 2021 from Holston Valley Medical Center.

Helen was a Christian and attended the Church of Christ. She was a homemaker and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister,

aunt and friend. She cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her kids and grand kids. Helen enjoyed crafts, especially

knitting and painting.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents Archel and Maggie (Mullins) Johnson; her husband J C Ward; her son Johnny Ward; her sister Frances Gilliam; and a brother A J Johnson.

Survivors include her daughter Teresa Robinson-Duffield, VA; grandchildren Leah Robinson, Kristen Ward and Joshua Ward; great-grandchild Presley Marie Mays; sisters Trula Overcash-Vero Beach, FL: Darlene Silvestri-Perry, FL; a brother Laymon Johnson-Perry, FL; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday May 18, 2021 at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA with Roy Newton officiating. Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Those attending are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:45 am.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Helen Montana Ward.

JACKIE LEE HAMILTON SR.

MICHAEL WAYNE "HENRY" JOHNSON

JACKIE LEE HAMILTON SR.

COEBURN, VA- Jackie Lee Hamilton, Sr.71, passed away Tuesday May 11, 2021 from Holston Valley Medical Center.

His loving family was at his bedside.

Jackie was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired security guard from A&A Security Company. Jackie enjoyed fishing, hunting

and gardening he just loved being outside. He also liked watching westerns and wrestling on TV and also loved farming and his animals.

Jackie was preceded in death by his parents, Everette and Lilly (Stanley) Hamilton, his brother Preston Hamilton and James Hamilton; his former wife Judy (Marks) Hamilton and brother-in law Bobby Booth.

Survivors include his wife of 16 years, Molly Ann Hamilton-

Coeburn, VA; his daughters Melissa (Jay) Edwards-Roanoke, VA, Christina Large (Joey)-Coeburn, VA, Lillie Felker (Jennifer)-

Coeburn, VA and Kami Duncan-Coeburn, VA; his sons Jackie Lee Hamilton, Jr (Teresa)-Coeburn, VA, Preston Hamilton-

Coeburn, VA and Andrew Hamilton-Coeburn, VA; grand-children Kimberly Adkins (Dustin), Devon Jones, Brianna Jones, Cheyenne Jones, Melanie Gibson, Kaidence Hamilton, Eirika

Hamilton, Aaliyah Hamilton and Riley Hamilton; great-grand children , Jordan Hamilton, Connie Hamilton and Allie Hamilton; great-great-grandchildren Jayden Hamilton and Aries Campbell; step-daughter Shanna McCowan-Coeburn , VA; step-sons Billy Joe Branham-Coeburn, VA and Ray Branham-Coeburn, VA; step-grandchildren Brea McCowan, Brenla McCowan, Quenton

Branham and Kiara Branham; sisters Alice Hamilton-Abingdon, VA, Rosa Sexton, Euna Hamilton and Shelby Booth- all of Coeburn, VA; brothers Everette Hamilton-Coeburn, VA, Ira Hamilton (Miriam)-Roanoke, VA, Ray Hamilton-North Carolina, Glen Hamilton (Kathy)-North Carolina, William Hamilton (Diana)- North Carolina and Milton Hamilton (Vicky)-Florida; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday May 14, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Lester Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:30 am Saturday May 15, 2021 at the Hamilton Cemetery in the Pine Camp

Section of Coeburn, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 11:15 am Saturday May 15, 2021.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Jackie Lee Hamilton, Sr.

MICHAEL WAYNE "HENRY" JOHNSON

KINGSPORT, TN - Michael Wayne "Henry" Johnson, 47, passed away Monday May 10, 2021 in Kingsport, TN.

Henry had been battling cancer for an extended time. He fought a courageous battle. Although he was as tough as

nails, Henry was kind hearted and could be as humble as anyone ever was. He had worked several years in the restaurant industry. Henry loved the outdoors and enjoyed yard work. He loved playing with his dogs Piggy and Oz. He was a huge Pittsburg Steeler fan and loved Bingo.

Henry was preceded in death by his mother Linda Carolyn Johnson Neff.

Henry is survived by his wife of nearly 8 years, Pamela Johnson-Pound, VA; his daughter Shanda Johnson-Kingsport,

TN; his son Michael Wayne Johnson. JR.-Kingsport, TN; 4 grandchildren; his sisters Amy and Sherry Ann; his brothers

Jerry Lynn, David and Joe; special friend Catherine Mullins,who he called Miss Kitty and she called him Festus; and a host of friends and loved ones.

As per Henry's wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no public services.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is in charge of arrangements for Michael Wayne "Henry" Johnson.

TIMOTHY WAYNE CRAWFORD

MICHAEL WAYNE "HENRY" JOHNSON

POUND, VA – Timothy Wayne "Byrd" Crawford, 63, passed away unexpectedly Sunday May 9, 2021 at Norton Community

Hospital. His loving family was at his side.

Tim was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired heavy equipment mechanic having worked for several years for A& G Coal. He also ran his own repair shop in Pound for several years. He was a jack of all trades and could fix about anything. He enjoyed fishing, talking to his friends, relaxing at home watching television especially the Discovery Channel and the Andy Griffith Show. Tim went to the beach last year and absolutely loved it.He cherished the time he had with his family.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents Earl "Cotton" and Ruby (Oliver) Crawford; sisters Sharon Moore and Earlene Boggs

and Betty Nuckols.; and brothers Gary Crawford, Charles Crawford and C J "Bud" Crawford.

Survivors include his loving wife of 23 years, Lana (Webb)Crawford; a daughter Brooke Nicole Stayer and husband Tim; grandson Ethan Stayer; step-daughter Brenda Holbrook; step-grandchildren Sara Caudill and Ethan Back; sisters Phyllis Sandloin

and companion Clyde Bennett and Rebecca Fletcher and companion Mike Wells; mother-in-law Donna Noble; sisters-in-law Debbie

Conley and Glenda Webb; brothers-in-law Mike Webb, Jeff Webb and Dougie Potter; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special

friends John Short, John Vanover and Doyle Mullins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday May 12, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Graveside committal services and burial will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday May 13, 2021 at the Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where Mike Webb, Jeff Webb, Eric Hughes, Daniel Hughes, Dalton Viers, Logan Withrow and Dougie Potter will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession

to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home–Pound, VA is serving the family of Timothy Wayne Crawford.

DELORAS ANN DORTON

THOMAS JEFFERY "JAKE" MULLINS

POUND, VA – Mrs. Deloras Ann Dorton, 79, entered into eternity Tuesday May 4, 2021 from the Johnson City Medical Center. Her

loving family was by her side.

Deloras was born March 26, 1942 to the late Elmer and Versie (Mullins ) Cantrell. She was a native and lifelong resident of Pound,

VA She was of the Old Regular Baptist Faith and attended Fairview Old Regular Baptist Church-Pound, VA. Deloras lived a wonderful

life, she was a homemaker and loved cooking and watching her family

and friends enjoy her delicious meals. She loved to travel and visited many places around the world. He loved flea markets and yard sales and spent many hours enjoying them with her friends. Deloras also

enjoyed studying her family genealogy, working crossword puzzles, caring for her flowers, bowling, sewing and quilting. Deloras was a breast cancer survivor and looked forward to the Relay for Life

events. She was a member of the Ladies Auxillary and the Red Hats Society. She loved and adored her family and many friends and was truly a friend to everyone she met. You could not find a kinder or gentler soul than Deloras. But her greatest joy was the time she spent with her granddaughters and great-grand-children. She will be

greatly missed.

In addition to her parents Deloras was preceded in death by herstep-mother Jewel Cantrell; her sisters Teresa Carol Cantrell and Ruby Addington; and a brother Winford Cantrell.

Survivors include her loving husband Lawrence Dorton-Pound, VA; her son Avery Scott Dorton- Bristol, TN; granddaughters Cara Page Wingard and husband Kevin- Bristol, TN and Hannah Nicole Bishop and husband Aaron-Bristol, TN; great-grandchildren Liam Wingard, Jackson Wingard and Brody Bishop; sisters Mary Robinson and husband Troy-Wise, VA. Anna Gail Mullins and husband Bill-Dunham, KY; brothers Larry Cantrell and wife Janie-Pound, Va. Danny Cantrell and wife Karen-Pound, VA, Onsby Cantrell-Indiana, Carson Cantrell and wife Elizabeth-North Carolina and Rick Cantrell and wife Brenda-Pennsylvania; several nieces, nephews and cousins, her church family; special friends Blanche Mullins, Sonya Belcher, Phyllis Baker and Evelyn Strouth; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday May 8, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Willie Cantrell officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social distancing.

Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where Ricky Cantrell, Danny Cantrell, Larry Cantrell, Steve Furrow, Kevin Wingard and Aaron Bishop will serve as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Deloras'sgranddaughter Cara Wingard to: Juvenile Diabetes Research Founndation, JDFR, 109 S. Northshore Drive, Suite 401, Knoxville,TN 37919 Attn: Kellen Bridges.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Deloras Ann Dorton.

THOMAS JEFFERY "JAKE" MULLINS

McROBERTS, KY – Thomas Jeffrey "Jake" Mullins, 58, passed peacefully into eternity Saturday May 1, 2021 from the Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center-Hazard. KY.

Jake was a Christian and attended Fleming-Neon Church of God. He was a retired coal miner with 30+ years of experience.

He was a life-long resident of Letcher County. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid ginseng hunter. He was also well

known for the grapevine wreaths that he made. Jake was as big hearted as anyone you ever met. Often helping family and

friends in their time of need.

Jake was preceded in death by his parents Bertley Edward and Daisey Marie (Blevins) Mullins; and his sister Elsie Marie Ratliff.

Survivors include his companion of nearly 20 years Melissa Hall-McRoberts, KY; daughters Autumn Geiger and husband

Paul-Jenkins, KY and Jolene Mullins-McRoberts, KY; sons Jacob Mullins and wife Ashley-Somerset, KY and Bertley Mullins-McRoberts, KY; grandchildren Adalee Mullins and Fayble Mullins; sisters Connie Mullins-Haymond, KY, Lucille Little and husband Donnie-Hellier, KY, Patricia Ann Johnson

and husband Dan-Jackhorn, KY, Arlene Stewart and husband Richard Jackhorn, KY, Gracie Beard and husband Jeff –Brookwood, AL and Amanda Bentleyand husband Landis-

Dean, KY; brothers Larry Mullins-Vance, AL, Emory "Fudge" Mullins and wife Patsy-Neon, KY and Daniel Mullins-Haymond, KY; a special cousin Ellis Blevins; several nieces,

nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Tuesday May 4, 2021 at the Fleming–Neon Church of God with Reverend Freddy Johnson officiating. The family will

receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside committal services will conducted at 12:00 noon Wednesday May 5, 2021 at the Mullins Family Cemetery-

Haymond, KY. where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at the Fleming-Neon Church of God by 11:00 am to prepare to go in procession to

the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Thomas Jeffery "Jake" Mullins.

HELEN ROSE HAMILTON

THOMAS JEFFERY "JAKE" MULLINS

LAVADA CARROL PILKENTON

POUND, VA – Mrs. Helen Hamilton, 87 entered into eternity

Thursday April 22, 2021 from the Holston Valley Medical Center-

Kingsport, TN. her loving family was at her bedside.

Helen was a Christian and attended Hamilton Chapel Church.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

She was a long time employee of the His & Her Shop in Pound, VA.

Helen enjoyed fishing, especially trout fishing, canning and working

in her flower beds. But her greatest joy was spending time with her

family, especially her precious grandchildren and great- grandchildren.

She cherished the time she spent with her family.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents J.W. and Alloria (Vanover)

Draughn; her daughter-in-law Shirley (Collier) Hamilton; her son-in-law

Ronnie Slemp sisters, Emogene Brickey, Dalanah Short, Molly

Gay Kelly and Ida Elizabeth Williams.

Survivors include her loving husband of 70 years, Trennis"Pap"

Hamilton; daughters, Ginger Slemp-Wise, VA and Kim Dotson and

husband Donivan-Gibsonville, SC; sons Randy Hamilton and

companion Christine Bise-Pound, VA, Greg Hamilton and wife Pam-

Pound, VA and Jerry Hamilton and wife Rita-Big Stone Gap, VA;

grandchildren, Justin Countiss, Michelle (Donnie)

Gillenwater, Shannon (Debbie) Slemp, Pete Slemp, Will (Rachel)

Hamilton, Wyatt Hamilton, Reggie (Maddie) Hamilton, Ryan Dotson, Logan

Hamilton, Chris (Kortney) Vanover, Jessica (Jake) Mullins and Tim

Vanover ; great-grandchildren Alex Countiss, Molly Countiss, Ben

Countiss, Mason Gillenwater, Brody Gillenwater, Kinslee Slemp,

Keegan Slemp, Kaylee Slemp, Lexi Vanover, Abigail Mullins, Landon

Mullins and Lincoln Mullins; sister, Betty Jo Broadwater- Fall Church,

VA.; sisters-in-law, Marie Moore, Sally Leftwich and Virginia Hamilton;

special friends, Sharron Hubbard , Julie McAfee and Imogene Sturgill ;

several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved

ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday April 25,

2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter

officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of

services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social

distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Graveside committal services will be conducted at 11:00 am

Monday April 26, 2021 at the Hamilton Cemetery-Pound, VA

where grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked

to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00am to prepare to go in procession

to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Pound Rescue Squad at

(P.O. Box 711, Pound, VA 24279) or Pound Food Bank at (8502 Clintwood

Hwy, Pound, VA 24279).

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Helen Rose Hamilton.

LAVADA CARROL PILKENTON

POUND, VA – Mrs. Lavada Carrol Pilkenton, 71, passed away peacefully Wednesday April 21, 2021 from the Holston Valley

Medical Center-Kingsport, TN She was surrounded by her family.

Carrol was a Christian of the Southern Baptist faith. She was a registered nurse and retired from the Virginia State Health

Department. Carrol was a loving wife, mother grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed quilting, knitting, cross-

stitching and cooking. But her greatest love was the time she spent caring for and spending with her children and grand-

children.

Carrol was preceded in death by her father and mother Edward and Arbutis (Looney) Brown; her husband Doug Pilkenton; her son Neal Pilkenton; and a brother Gary Brown.

Survivors include her daughter Jessica Trosper and husband James, Jr-Juneau, AK.; sons Ryan Pilkenton and wife Susanna-Pound, VA and Jeff Pilkenton and wife Amy-Pound, VA; grand-children Zach Pilkenton, Alexa Pilkenton, Michael Pilkenton,

Leeanna Pilkenton, McKenzie Trosper and Grayson Trosper: sisters Sheila Johnson-Jenkins, KY and Theresa Pilkenton-

Pound, VA; a brother James Brown and wife Dorothy-Payne Gap, KY: several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of

friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Saturday April 24, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Kendall Boggs officiating. The family will receive friends

from 11:00 am until time of services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social

distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Committal service will follow at the Boggs Cemetery-Pound, VA where her nephews Jason Pilkenton, Anthony Pilkenton, Brack Pilkenton, Christopher Pilkenton, Lee Johnson and Brian Johnson will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Lavada Carrol Pilkenton.

CHARLES LAMARR HUBBARD

LAVADA CARROL PILKENTON

CHARLES LAMARR HUBBARD

POUND, VA –Charles Lamarr Hubbard,81, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Sunday April 18, 2021 from

his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Charles was a devoted member of the Independent Baptist Church of Pound for 41 years. He was a hardworking and loving husband, father and papaw and a faithful servant to his Lord Jesus Christ.

Charles was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served from 1959 till 1962 during the Cuban Crisis where he patrolled the border of Turkey and Russia. After that he worked at National Airlines in Washington DC for over a decade. He then moved his family back to Pound where he was an independent coal truck driver until

he retired. But being unable to sit still after retirement he went back to work driving a coal truck for Presley Trucking until his courageous battle with melanoma no longer allowed him to work.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Thelma (Branham) Hubbard; a son Jeff Giles; brothers Kenneth Hubbard and Terry Hubbard; and a sister Judy Coe.

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Janice Hubbard; a daughter Marsha Perkins and husband Timmy-Frankfort, KY; sons Kenny Hubbard-Seattle, WA and Gregory Hubbard and wife Crystal-Pound, VA; grandchildren Bradley Tracy-Frankfort, KY, Cody Banks-Frankfort, KY, Jeremy Banks-Frankfort, KY, James Perkins-Frankfort, KY, Zakk Hubbard Pound, VA, Ian Quillen Pound, VA, Justin Giles-Lawrenceburg, KY and Kari Giles-Clintwood, VA; great-grandchildren Mikael Tracy, Raven Tracy and Shania Stanley; a sister Jewell Mathers and husband Fred-Frankfort, KY; sister-in-law Sharon Hubbard-Pound, VA, several nieces, nephews and cousins, his church family, and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday April 21. 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Randy Reagan officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times. Pound VFW Post 9600 will conduct military services at Baker Funeral Home prior to leaving for graveside committal services at 12 Noon Thursday April 22, 2021 at the Earl Hubbard Cemetery-Pound, VA where Timmy Perkins, Jeremy Banks, Brad Tracy, Cody Banks, Jason Hunter and Robert Whitt will serve as pall-bearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Rader, Aaron Rader, Donnie Bailey, Anthony Hubbard, Luke Hubbard and Aaron Zimmerman. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 11:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Pound Independent Baptist Church.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Charles Lamarr Hubbard.

LENAY LARGE PEAKS

LAVADA CARROL PILKENTON

CHARLES LAMARR HUBBARD

CLINTWOOD, VA - Lenay Large Peaks, 40, entered into eternity Thursday April 15, 2021 at her residence after a long

and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her

loving family.

Lenay was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving mother,

daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed playing bingo,

enjoying the company of family and friends Lenay had a free

spirit about her loving to sing and dance and just to be happy.

But her greatest joy was the time she spent with her children

and especially her grandchildren.

Lenay was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents

Hensel and Christine Mullins; her paternal grandparents

Willie and Rita Jo Large and her sister-in-law Sylvia Large.

Survivors include her daughters Brianna Large Peaks and

companion Devin Fleming and Sophia Peaks; her sons, Aaron

Peaks, Brayden Peaks and Cainnan Peaks all of Clintwood,

VA; grandchildren, Bryson Fleming and Kenzleigh Fleming;

her parents, Fredie Large and wife Angie (Mullins) Large-

Clintwood, VA; her sister, Rhaulette Bunch and husband

Bradley; brothers, Michael Large, Jerrid Large and fiancé

Jessica. Joey Large and Rayan Large; ex-husband, Russell

Peaks; her best friends, Amy Fleenor and Donna Taylor;

several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and

loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

Private funeral services will be conducted in the Baker

Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating.

Burial will follow in the Eli Mullins Cemetery (Sock Hollow

Road) where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Lenay Large Peaks.

Derek Gray Calhoun

POUND, VA – Derek "Curly" Gray Calhoun, 38, entered into eternity Sunday April 11, 2021 from his residence in Pound, VA.

Derek was a former truck mechanic and was in the United states Army. He was a jack of all trades and very gifted at lots of different kinds of handy work. Derek enjoyed wood working and doing art work. He was an avid reader, he loved the outdoors and lifting weights and running.

Derek was preceded in death by his mother Teleca (Mullins) Wright; his uncles Larry Mullins, Gene Mullins and Kenneth Hall; cousins Tiffini Hall and Kathy Hall; and grandparents Ovie and Burley Mullins.

Survivors include his sister Olivia Mullins-Pound, VA; his nieces Lacy Calhoun, Felicity Short and September Fleming ; his aunts Rosanna Boggs and husband Danny-Pound, VA and Eloise Hall-Pound, VA; and a host of

friends and loved ones.

As per Derek's wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no public services.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Derek Gray Calhoun.

RAYMOND DAY

Derek Gray Calhoun

POUND, VA – Raymond Day, 74, entered into eternity Thursday April 8, 2021 from the Ballad Hospice House in Bristol, TN. His loving family was by his side.

Raymond was a Christian of the Presbyterian faith. He was a loving husband. Raymond was a retired coal miner with over 35 years of experience. He enjoyed life to the fullest, he loved golfing, walking and music and dancing. He was also an avid reader.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Minnie Vee (Miller) Day; a sister Mariearle Barker; and a

nephew Brad Barker

Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Carol (Meade)Day-Pound, VA; a son Brent day and wife Jenni-Kingsport, TN; nieces Jeanine Roberts and Scarlett Pruitt; very special friend and brother-in-law Ezra Powers and wife Felicia; special friend Myra

Lambert; and a host of friends and loved ones.

A celebration of life will be held from 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm Monday April 12, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and

social distancing.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Raymond Day.

SAMMY MULLINS

Derek Gray Calhoun

DOUGLAS NEAL PILKENTON

WISE, VA- Sammy Mullins,63, passed away Friday April 2, 2021 from Norton Community Hospital- Norton, VA.

Sammy was of the Christian faith. He was a loving father and grandfather. Sammy enjoyed fishing, camping, working and painting cars, he loved getting a good prank on you if he could and making you laugh. But his greatest joy was the time he spent with his grandkids.

Sammy was preceded in death by his wife Linda Lorayne (Mills) Mullins and Phillips and Helen Mullins.

Survivors include his daughters, Samantha Sturgill and husband Trevor- Fort Nellis Air Force Base- Las Vegas, NV and Cynithia Mullins- Wise, VA; grandchildren, Jaxon Kayne Sturgill, Kendall Rayne Sturgill, Cierra Jade Mullins, Caden Jacob Mullins and Chloe Jalyn Mullins; brothers, Tommy Mullins and wife Pam, David Mullins and wife Pam and Donnie Joe and wife Teresa; sisters, Patsy DePriest and husband Richard, Gigi Collier and husband Jerry, Nancy Mullins, Sally Steele and husband Randy, Melissa Robinson and husband Mark; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial services will be conducted at 4:00pm Saturday April 10, 2021in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jerry Collier officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00pm until time of services.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Sammy Mullins.

DOUGLAS NEAL PILKENTON

POUND, VA- Douglas Neal Pilkenton, 44, passed away Friday April 2, 2021 from his home.

Neal was of the Baptist faith, he was a loving father, son, brother and uncle. He never met a stranger, was loved by many and a joy to be around. He was an excellent carpenter and was proud of the work he did. Neal enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, hunting and kayaking. He liked to cook …but he loved to eat more.

Neal was preceded in death by his father, Doug Pilkenton.

Survivors include his daughter, Alexa Marie Pilkenton- Pound, VA; his mother, Lavada Carol Pilkenton- Pound, VA; sister, Jessica

Trosper and husband James- Juneau, AK; brothers, Ryan Pilkenton and wife Susanna- Pound, VA and Jeff Pilkenton and wife Amy-

Pound, VA; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Saturday April 10, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Andrew Tucker

officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00am until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Mask must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow in the Boggs Cemetery- Pound, VA where Anthony Pilkenton, Brack Pilkenton, Christopher Pilkenton, Jamie

Mullins, Ricky Bowman and Scott Boggs will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home – Pound, VA will be serving the family of Douglas Neal Pilkenton.

JIMMY MULLINS

DOUGLAS NEAL PILKENTON

SAMMY MULLINS JR.

POUND, VA- Jimmy Mullins, 79, was welcomed home on Monday April 5, 2021 from Norton, Community Hospital.

Jimmy was a lifelong resident of Pound, he was of the Freewill Baptist faith and attended Pyles Memorial Church.

He was a retired coal miner with over 30 years experience and served in the United States Army. Jimmy was a loving

husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was a jack of all trades and would help anyone at any time.

For the most he was an old home body but he loved to fish, every weekend he could he was ready for a trip to one of the Tennessee lakes with Scott. But his pride and joy in life was his son, grandkids and great grandkids. He loved being "Pap" and anyone that knew him…knew him as Pap.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his mother, Nelly Mullins; sisters, Donna K. Baker and Parzada Boggs; and a brother, Howard (H.C.) Mullins

Survivors include his wife of 57 years Loretta Jo Mullins- Pound, VA; a son, Gregory Scott Mullins, Pound, VA; Papaw's pride and joy, Haley Boggs and husband Camron, Paxton Mullins, Camley Boggs and Peydon Mullins all of Pound, VA; a sister, Helen Lois Mullins-Morristown, TN; a brother, Airtt Mullins and wife Linda- Pound, VA; brother- in-law, Randall Baker-Pound, VA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Leonard and Ruby Mullins-Pound, VA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Blanche and Trillis Harold Mullins-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00pm Thursday April 8, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Mask must be worn at all times.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday April 9, 2021 at the Gilmer Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where Scott Mullins, Paxton Mullins, Camron Boggs, Austin Dotson, Devin Dotson and Tim Stanley will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Airtt Mullins and Leonard Mullins. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Jimmy Mullins.

SAMMY MULLINS JR.

DOUGLAS NEAL PILKENTON

SAMMY MULLINS JR.

POUND, VA- Sammy Mullins Jr., 47, passed away Saturday April 3, 2021 from Norton Community Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Sammy was of the Freewill Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Sammy had

worked for the City of Norton as shop foreman and mechanic for16 plus years. Sammy's love for the kids in the community was endless, he was a Little League coach in both baseball and football… not only on the field, but also off the field, he was always there to help one of his players in need . He was proud to be a coach and a mentor. Sammy enjoyed hunting,

fishing, camping, four wheeling, going to horse shows and

trail riding horses.

Sammy was preceded in death by his grandparents Earl and Clohia Mullins and his father-in-law, Bobby Graham Sr.

Survivors include his loving wife of 25 years Tina (Graham)

Mullins- Pound, VA; a son, Adrian Corey Mullins- Pound, VA

and his fiancé Haley Brummitt-Norton, VA; his parents, Sammy and Mary Ann (Robinson) Mullins- Pound, VA; brother, Arron Mullins and wife Merri-Pound, VA; mother-in-law,

Phyllis Graham- Appalachia, VA; brothers-in-law, Bobby Graham and wife Carrie- Stickleyville, VA, and Tim Collins and wife Robin- Big Stone Gap, VA; special nephew, Nickel Mullins- Pound, VA; special niece, Penny Mullins-Pound, VA; nieces Tayler, Straley, Emily and Hannah; great-niece Josiah Ivy Mae; several cousins; all his co-workers at the City of Norton that were like family to him; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00pm Tuesday April 6, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Danny

Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11;00 am Wednesday April 7, 2021 at John Hop Mullins Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA will be serving the family of Sammy Mullins Jr.

JAMES ALVIS MILLER

BILLY ARNOLD SEYMOUR, Jr

POUND, VA – James Alvis Miller, 72, formerly of Pike County, KY, entered into eternity Friday March 5, 2021 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

James was a Christian of the Southern Baptist faith. He was a retired coal miner with over 20 years of service and a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He had also drove a school bus for the Pike County, KY school system and served as a corrections officer James was also a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served during the Viet Nam War. He believed in serving God and his country, as well as working to provide for his family. James enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding his four wheeler and watching old TV shows like Gunsmoke and Mayberry. He was gung-ho marine who believed in discipline.

He used to be known as Papaw No No, but lately he was just Pap. His greatest joy was the time he spent with his kids, grandkids and great-grandkids.

James was preceded in death by his parents Walter Miller and Anne (Thacker) Miller; and a brother Kerney Dean Miller.

Survivors include his loving wife Ample (Gerhard) Miller-Pound, VA; his sons James Gregory Miller and wife Teresa-Feds Creek, KY, Adam Miller and wife Susie-Pikeville, KY and Nathan Miller and wife Tish-Feds Creek, KY and Walter Kerney Miller II and wife Kayla-Haysi, VA; grandchildren Cody Harrison, Brandon Miller, Megan Bowman, Tony Miller, Ethan Miller, Kaitlyn Miller, Zoey Miller, Khloe Miller, Shelby Miller, Abigail Miller, Lyla Miller and Henry Miller; great-grandchildren Ariellah Miller, Holley Miller, Molley Miller, Corey Brooke Estep, Marcy Miller, Evelen Bowman and Cody Harrison.

As per James's wishes, he will be cremated and a military service will be held at a later date.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of James Alvis Miller.

BILLY ARNOLD SEYMOUR, Jr

POUND, VA – Billy Arnold Seymour, Jr., 59, passed away

Friday February 26, 2021 at the Pikeville Medical Center after

a long battle with heart problems.

Billy was of the the Church of God faith. He was a loving

husband, father, grandfather and friend. He enjoyed on-line

gaming, fishing and reading his Bible. But his greatest joy

was the time he spent with his family and friends.

Billy was preceded in death by his father Billy Arnold

Seymour.

Survivors include his wife Anna Louise Stewart; his mother

Wilma Jean Cole Fleming and husband Virgil-Clintwood, VA;

daughters Elizabeth Tiller and husband Chris-Wise, VA, Sheena

Pennington and husband Sean-Bristol, VA and Misty Moore-

Clintwood, VA; sons Eirik Seymour-Keokee, VA and Brayden

Elkins-Clintwood, VA; grandchildren Wyhatt Tiller, William

Pennington, Leta Pennington, Madison Fischer and Marc Mullins;

sister Tammy Marie Patton and husband Johnny-Winchester, KY;

brothers Michael Seymour and wife Angel-St. Paul, VA and

Gregory Seymour-Clintwood, VA; nieces and nephews Amanda

Patton. Wesley Patton and Dakota Seymour; several step-nieces

and nephews; and special friends Shannon Robinette and David

Laney.

As per Billy's wishes he was an organ and tissue donor and his

body will be cremated.

Memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Friday March

5, 2021 at the Church of God in Riverview- Coeburn, Va.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Billy

Arnold Seymour, Jr.

WILLIAM DEE HAMPTON

BILLY ARNOLD SEYMOUR, Jr

WILLIAM DEE HAMPTON

EOLIA, KY – William "Billy Dee" Hampton, 82, entered into eternity Tuesday February 23, 2021 from his residence.

Billy Dee was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith, he was a member Glady Fork Freewill Baptist Church. He worked for many years running heavy equipment for Baltimore County and Letcher County He had a love for woodworking and creating beautiful birdhouses and Christmas decorations that he sold and gave to family and friends. You could always count on

seeing Billy Dee at the flea markets trading and talking with friends. He was a jack of all trades and always was doing things to help

out a friend.

Billy Dee was preceded in death by his wife Wilma Jean Hampton; his parents, Lloyd Dee and Millie (Mullins) Hampton; sisters, Rozella Short, Phyllis Petruccy and Hilma Sturgill and a brother, Shelby Hampton.

Survivors include his daughters, Millie Hampton and husband David-Eolia, KY and Becky Sturgill-Partridge, KY; grandchildren,

Shannon Belcher and husband Adam-Pound, VA, David Hampton- Eolia, KY and Autumn Sturgill- Partridge, KY; 6 great-grand children; a sister, Cindy Mae Maggard- and husband Tom- Ohio; a brother, Clifford Hampton and wife Wilma - Eolia, KY; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday February 25, 2021 at Glady Fork Freewill Baptist Church- Pound, VA with

Reverend Mark Stallard officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until time of services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Friday February 26, 2021 at Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at Glady Fork Church by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of William Dee Hampton.

CAROLYN RUTH MEADE

WILLIAM DEE HAMPTON

POUND, VA – Carolyn Ruth Meade, 72, finished the good fight Monday February 22, 2021 as she went home to be with

the Lord. Her loving family was at her bedside.

Carolyn was Christian and a long-time member of Pyles Memorial Chapel. She retired as a registered nurse with the

Dickenson County Health Department. Carolyn went back to school and became a nurse at the age of 40. She enjoyed camping,

fishing, going to the cabin, sewing and working in her flower garden. She cherished the time she spent with her family and

friends, especially her grandkids. She was "Mam Maw" to many.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents. Everett and Leota (Stallard) Cantrell; her son-in-law teddy Powers; and her sisters Francis Dotson and Brenda Gilliam.

Survivors include her beloved husband of 54 ½ years, Jeffery Meade; her daughter Melissa Powers-Pound, VA; her son Jeff (Bubby) Meade and wife Dana-Pound, VA; grandchildren Isaac Powers, Haley Meade and Dawson Meade; a sister Joan Mullins-

Pound, VA ; brothers Lee Cantrell-Harriman, TN, David Cantrell and wife Billie Jean-Buffalo Junction, VA and Newell Cantrell

and wife Crystal- Macclenny. FL; Becky McCoy- Pound, VA who was like a daughter to her ; several nieces, nephews and

cousins; and lots of special friends and neighbors.

Memorial services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday February 25, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Reverend Troy Belcher and Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of

services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social

distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Carolyn Ruth Meade.

DORLUS ROBERTS

CAROLYN RUTH MEADE

DORLUS ROBERTS

POUND, VA – Mrs. Dorlus Roberts, 89, entered peacefully

into eternity Saturday February 20, 2021. She was surrounded

by her loving family.

Dorlus was a born again Christian and a long-time member

of Martha's Chapel Church. She loved her family dearly,

especially her grandchildren who would often spend a week

at a time with her. Dorlus enjoyed cooking, traveling and

attending church.

Dorlus was preceded in death by her parents James and Nellie

(Short) Bowman; her husband Preston Roberts: her sisters Lola

Gilley, Ollie Boggs, Ruby Addington, Beulah Phillips and Glenita

Bowman; and her brothers Franklin Bowman, Essie Bowman and

Odus Bowman.

Survivors include her daughters Patricia Sturgill and husband

Larry-Pound, VA and Darlene Bowman and husband Ronnie- -

Clintwood, VA; her son Greg Roberts and wife Shelby-Wise, VA;

grandchildren Josh Sturgill and wife Alison-St Paul, VA, Matt

Sturgill-Pound, VA, Sarah Rose and husband Garrett -Pound, VA

and Lucas Roberts-Kingsport, TN; great-grandchildren Elijah

Sturgill, Isaiah Sturgill, Preston Rose and Grayson Rose; sister

Nola Carter-Pound, VA; brother Garry Bowman and wife Jane-

Ocala, FL; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend

Tammy Sturgill; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday February

22, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend

Danny Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from

5:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social

distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday

February 23, 2021 at Dewey Memorial Cemetery-Pound, VA

where Dorlus will be laid to rest beside her husband Preston.

Larry Sturgill, Scott Sturgill. Josh Sturgill, Matt Sturgill,

Garrett Rose and Charlie Mullins will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home

by 10: 00am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs.

Dorlus Roberts.

MONTY G. BOGGS

CAROLYN RUTH MEADE

DORLUS ROBERTS

ABINGDON, VA- Monty Gregory Boggs, 73, entered

peacefully into eternity Thursday January 14, 2021 from

his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Monty was a Christian of the Baptist faith, he attended

Lakeside Community Church. He was a loving husband,

father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Monty was

a veteran of the United States Army, having served in

Vietnam. He was a retired coal miner with approximately

33 years of experience, having worked for Clinchfield

Coal and Paramount Coal. He was an avid fisherman.

Monty enjoyed talking to people and never met a stranger.

He also enjoyed a good pipe. But his greatest joy was the

time he spent with his family making precious memories.

Monty was preceded in death by his parents Howie (Red)

Boggs, Jr. and Naomi (Mullins) Boggs; a brother Bernie

Boggs and a brother-in-law Mike Sykes.

Survivors include his loving wife Freida (Fleming) Boggs;

his son, Scott Boggs and wife Autumn- Abingdon, VA; his

daughter Melanie Murdaugh-Richmond, VA; ; his boys Chris

Boggs and Cody Boggs; his grandchildren Sydney Boggs-

Beaufort, SC, Tyler Murdaugh-Richmond, VA, Brant Boggs-

Abingdon, VA, Julia Murdaugh-Richmond, VA, Griffin

Boggs-Abingdon, VA and Tate Boggs-Abingdon, VA;

sisters Kathy Fleming and husband Jess-Sheersville, IN,

Greta Boggs -Abingdon, VA and niece Jill Boggs-Bristol ,VA,

Vickie Easterling-Coeburn, VA, Carmelia Sykes-Clintwood,

VA, Rhonda Demuches and husband John-Indiana and Lygia

Unate'-Chicago, IL; brothers, James (Joe) Mullins and wife

Judy-Pound, VA and George Boggs and wife Debbie-Pound,

VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, several close

friends; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday

January 16, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with

Pastor Steve McCoy and Pastor Greg Cyphers officiating.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until time of

services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social

distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Monty G. Boggs.

EVELYN CRAWFORD

CHRISTOPHER DUANE TOMPKINS

GEORGE ALLEN BLAIR

BLUFF CITY, TN – Mrs. Evelyn Ealey Crawford, 93, entered peacefully into eternal rest Sunday February14, 2021 from NHC Healthcare in Johnson City.

Evelyn was a born again Christian of the Baptist faith. She loved her Lord and Savior. Evelyn was a homemaker, she loved cooking and baking and enjoyed crocheting and

sewing. She cherished spending time with family. She loved taking care of kids and was Maw Maw to many all the neighborhood kids.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband Clarence James (Dick) Crawford; her parents William and Nannie ( Nichols ) Ealey; an infant daughter Dolores Crawford;

a daughter Debra Stroud; a son Ricky Crawford; sisters Lula Mae Hicks, Phyllis Cheek and Linda Decker; and brothers Bill Ealey, Tom Ealey and James "Poncho" Ealey

Survivors include her sons Lawrence Crawford and wife Patricia-Bluff City, TN and James Melvin Hicks-Pound, VA; grandchildren C J Crawford, Candice Biggerstaff and 4 others; several great-grandchildren including Tucker Biggerstaff being the youngest and her precious Preston Biggerstaff whom she had a special bond with; a brother David Allen Ealey Jonesborough, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Janice Hamilton;

and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm Thursday February 18, 2021in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The family will receive

friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Graveside services will be conducted at 12 Noon Friday February 19, 2021 at the Morning View Cemetery-Bluff City, TN. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 11:45 am.

In lieu of flowers the family asks donations be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl Memphis, TN 38105 or Wounded Warrior Project P O Box

758516 Topeka, KS 66675.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Mrs. Evelyn Crawford.

GEORGE ALLEN BLAIR

CHRISTOPHER DUANE TOMPKINS

GEORGE ALLEN BLAIR

EOLIA. KY – George Allen Blair, 69, entered into eternal life on Sunday February 7, 2021 from the Hazard ARH.

George overcame many obstacles in life but continued to maintain his faith in God along with a positive outlook. In many ways George was the foundation of the family, always giving words of wisdom whether we were ready to hear them or not. George never failed to make us laugh with his jokes

and witty remarks. He could really put you in your place when no one else could.

George enjoyed classic cars, drive-in movies, fantasy football,basically any kind of electronics and a good Elvis song playing

in the background. When KC4TAJ wasn't on the ham radio, you could catch him sitting in the sun, soaking it all in. His

presence alone inspired you to be a better person. We are grateful to God for allowing him to be in our lives.

George was preceded in death by his father Tommy Adams and his brother Garry Adams.

Survivors include his mother Jean Adams-Eolia, KY; three brothers Bud Adams and wife Jewell, Trillis Adams and wife

Denia and Ray adams and wife Joanna, all of

Eolia, KY; four sisters, Connie Adams-Pound, VA, Bonnie Hampton-Eolia, KY, Kim Hampton and husband Corbin-Eolia, KY and Kathy Adams-Pound, VA; sister-in law Mary Adams- Eoloia, KY; several nieces and nephews who he loved like his own; and a host of

friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 9, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Noah Kim Edwards, Elder David Gambille and Elder

Robert Worrix officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm until time of services. Burial will follow in the Adams

Cemetery (Roberts Branch) Eolia, KY where family members will serve as pallbearers.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will

not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Baker Funeral Home – Pound, VA is serving the family of George Allen Blair.

CHRISTOPHER DUANE TOMPKINS

POUND, VA- Christopher Duane Tompkins, 50, entered peacefully into eternity Friday February 5, 2021 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Chris was of the Freewill Baptist faith. Camping was a life style he loved, throwing a good game of darts or horseshoes

or shooting a game of pool. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and shooting guns. He liked to watch westerns on TV, John

Wayne being one of his favorites. But the time Chris spent with family, especially his grand kids, he loved the most.

Chris was preceded in death by his parents, Donnie Lee and Rosalie (Mullins) Tompkins and his sister, Lisa Akers.

Survivors include his wife of 18 years, Tonda (Bailey) Tompkins- Pound, VA; his children, Kayla and Tyler Mullins-

Bristol, TN., Kristen Tompkins- Ozark, AL., Adrienne Stout- Nashville, TN., Kristina and Daniel Linkous- Ackworth, GA., Travis Bailey- Johnson City, TN., Tony Bailey- Johnson City,

TN., Timothy and Aubrey Bailey- Fort Campbell, KY., Harrison Meyers- Johnson City, TN. and Anthony Maki- Johnson City, TN ; grandchildren, Dominick, Keralynn,

Crimsom, Cameron, Ethan, Michael, Olivia, Nathan, Leviticus (Levi), and Ember Sky; sisters, Colleen Stanley and husband David- Wise, VA., Tammy Stallard and companion

Charlie Morgan- Big Stone Gap, VA and his favorite sister, Cheryl Tompkins- Pound, VA; favorite brother, Vernon Tompkins and wife Pat- Pound, VA; his favorite brother-in-law,

Clarence "CC" Cox- Clintwood, VA., several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of special friends and loved ones.

Chris's wishes were that everyone be themselves and dress casual for his funeral.

Special thanks to his dearest friend Amy Fleenor for standing beside Tonda during these trying times. Special thanks to Danny

Tompkins for everything you have done, we love you Danny and Maggie.

Evening services will be conducted 7:00 pm Monday February 8, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter speaking. The family will

receive friends from 6:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing in the funeral home and at the cemetery. Mask must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will be conducted 11:00 am, Tuesday February 9, 2021 at the Arvil Mullins Cemetery- Pound, VA where Timothy Bailey, Bradley Tompkins, Steven Lee Fleenor, Guy Akers, David Stanley, Doyle Mullins, John Short, Travis Dutton,

Tony Bailey, Travis Bailey, Steven Akers, Tyler Mullins,Harrison Meyers and Anthony Maki will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please make donation to Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA toward funeral expenses.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Christopher Duane Tompkins.

RICKY LYNN CRAWFORD

TIMOTHY WAYNE CANTRELL

CHRISTOPHER DUANE TOMPKINS

POUND, VA – Ricky Lynn Crawford. 61, passed away Tuesday February 2, 2021.

Ricky was of the Baptist faith. He had worked as a surface miner for many years. Ricky was an avid outdoors-man, he enjoying four wheeling, hunting, fishing, and camping. He

also liked listening to Bluegrass music and getting together for a little "Pickin & Grinin" with his friends.

Ricky was preceded in death by his father, Clarence James (Dick) Crawford, a sister, Debra Stroud and an infant sister

Dolores Crawford.

Survivors include his mother Evelyn (Ealey) Crawford-Bluff City, TN; a son, C.J. Crawford- Pound, VA; brothers Lawrence Crawford and wife Patricia-Bluff City, TN and

James Melvin Hicks-Pound, VA; his wife, Myrtle (Rose) Crawford-Pound, VA; special friend Tony Mullins; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Graveside services will be conducted a 12:00 noon Saturday February 6, 2021 at the Morning View Cemetery-Bluff City, TN with Elder Stacy Potter officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the Morning View Cemetery

by 11:45 am.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distance standards. Mask must be worn at all times.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Ricky Lynn Crawford.

TIMOTHY WAYNE CANTRELL

POUND, VA – Timothy Wayne Cantrell, 47, passed away unexpectedly Saturday January 23, 2021 from his residence.

Tim was of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father,son and brother. Tim was a former warehouseman for UPS, he loved his job but was forced to retire due to medical issues.Tim was blessed 16 months ago with the birth of his precious son, Evan, who he loved more than life itself. He was a man of

large stature, but was a gentle giant with his son. Tim was an avid fisherman and hunter, he was also an animal lover, especially his dogs and his chickens. He also collected guns and knives for years. Tim believed in natural ways, he was very health conscious. Spending time with his family was very important to Tim, especially the time with his dad.

Tim was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents,Hobart and Maggie (Lucas ) Branham; his paternal grandparents,

Early and Vea (Robinson) Cantrell.

Tim is survived by his wife Jeanette (Morazzani) Cantrell,his son Evan Cantrell; his mother, Mary Cantrell- Pound, VA;

his father and best friend Joseph Cantrell- Pound, VA ; sisters Melissa Sowards and husband Ricky-Pound, VA, Michelle Cantrell-Broadhead, KY; and Roberta Dotson- Pound, VA; a brother Anthony Cantrell-Leesburg, VA; special friend Roger Cantrell; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles;

and a host of friends and loved ones.

Private funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday January 28, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family

will gather at 12 noon.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow in the Eli Mullins Cemetery (Sock Road)-Pound, VA where Josh Taylor, J R Cantrell, James Caudill, Ricky Sowards, Roger Cantrell and Steven Akers will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Joseph Cantrell and Anthony Cantrell.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Timothy Wayne Cantrell.

TOMMY RAY ADAMS

TIMOTHY WAYNE CANTRELL

EOLIA, KY- Tommy Ray Adams, 85, entered into eternal life Sunday January 24, 2021 from Whitesburg ARH. He was a retired coal miner of 37 years and a member of the United Mine Workers of America. Tommy was a faithful member of the Millstone Primitive Baptist Church for 64 years, where he served as Deacon. Not only was Papaw Tom a loving husband, father, and grandfather; he was everybody's mechanic, carpenter, plumber, and just about anything you needed him to be. You could bet he didn't stop until it was fixed. He enjoyed attending church, Sitting on the Porch chewing tobacco, collecting ginseng, fishing, and in his later years he enjoyed a good biscuit from McDonald's. Family was everything to him. At any event you could guarantee he would be there with his video camera in hand to capture the moment. He was a beautiful soul that, in our eyes, outshined the sun.

Tommy was preceded in death by his parents Dallas and Mary (Rutherford) Adams, son Garry Adams, 6 brothers, and 4 sisters. Survivors include his loving wife of over 60 years Jean Adams. Children: George Blair of Eolia, Ky, Connie Adams of Pound, Va, Bonnie Hampton, Bud Adams (wife Jewell), Trill Adams (wife Denia), Kim Hampton (husband Corbin), Ray Adams (wife Joanna), all of Eolia, Ky, and Kathy Adams of Pound, Va. daughter-in-law Mary Adams of Eolia, Ky. 18 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Brother Roy Adams of Eolia, Ky. Sisters Phyllis Eldridge of Eolia, Ky, and Karen Stipes of Coeburn, Va.

Funeral services for Tommy and Garry will be conducted at 1:00 pm Wednesday January 27, 2021 in the Baker Funeral home Chapel with Elder Noah Kim Edwards, Elder Jimmy Counts and Elder David Gambille officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services. Burial will follow in the Adams Cemetery- Eolia KY where family members will serve as pallbearers.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Tommy Ray Adams.

As Papaw Tom's favorite song goes "The day is past and gone, the evening shades appear, may we all remember well the night of death draws near."

GARRY ADAMS

ROY MAX CANTRELL

EOLIA, KY- Garry Neil Adams (Pap), 63, entered into eternal life Saturday, January 23, 2021 from Pikeville Medical Center. Garry was a retired coal miner of 20 years. He was a faithful member of the Millstone Baptist Church for 35 years where he served as Deacon. He never met a stranger and had a kind word for everyone. He was devoted to caring and seeing after his family, always doing what he could to help out. Pap loved his grandchildren with all of his heart, and each one brought such a smile to his face. He enjoyed going to church, fishing, collecting ginseng, and sitting on the porch with a chew of tobacco.

Garry's father Tommy Adams passed away the next day. Survivors include his wife Mary "Mert" (Niece) Adams of 46 years. Sons: Garry Allen Adams (wife Melissa) Tommy Adams, and Dallas Adams all of Eolia, Ky. Grandchildren: Chris (wife Natasha) of Pound, Va, Trisha, Mike, Zach, Gracie, Jazz, Jayden, Kai, and Gray, all of Eolia,Ky. And two great-grandchildren Xander and Sarah. Mother: Jean Adams of Eolia, Ky.Brothers: George Blair, Bud Adams (wife Jewell), Trill Adams (wife Denia), and Ray Adams (wife Joanna) all of Eolia, Ky. Sisters: Connie Adams of Pound, VA, Bonnie Hampton, Kim Hampton (husband Corbin) all of Eolia, Ky, and Kathy "Kat" Adams of Pound, Va, and former daughter-in-law, Christy Adams.

Funeral services for Garry and Tommy will be conducted 1:00 pm Wednesday January 27, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Noah Kim Edwards, Elder Jimmy Counts and Elder David Gambille officiating. The family will receive friends from 11 am until time of services. Burial will follow in the Adams Cemetery-Eolia, KY where family members will serve as pallbearers.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made to Baker Funeral Home toward Garry's funeral expenses

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Garry Neil Adams.

Not only was Garry an inspiration, he was a personal hero to many who knew him. He was the type of person who didn't have to tell you that he loved you, he showed you. He had a way of making everyone around him feel special. A kind heart along with playing pranks and telling jokes, and tall tales, will forever be part of his legacy.

"Peace be with you!"

ROY MAX CANTRELL

POUND, VA – Roy Max Cantrell, 61, entered into eternity Friday January 22, 2021 from his residence after an extended illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Max was of the Baptist faith. He was a man of strong family values. Max loved his wife, kids, grandkids, brothers and parents more than life itself. He was always doing for others and never wanting anything in return. Max loved going to flea markets, fishing and going to the lake, coaching little league

baseball and watching kids play any kind of sport. He also enjoyed looking for Indian artifacts and was always on the lookout for "Sasquatch."

Max was preceded in death by his parents, Buddy "Cub" Cantrell and Helen (Taylor) Cantrell; a brother Rodney Cantrell; sister-in- law Jeanette Cantrell; father and mother-

in-law Alvin and Frances Dotson; and brother-in-law Jamie Dotson.

Survivors include the love of his life and wife of 44 years Pam (Dotson) Cantrell; his daughter Dana Hall and husband Danny-Norton, VA; his son Brandon Cantrell and wife Joy-Blountville, TN; his grandchildren, Grayson Hall, Gabby Hall, Ian Hall, Payton Cantrell, Claire (Claire Bear) Cantrell and

awaiting the arrival of Maxwell Alan Cash (MAC) Cantrell; brothers Rocky Cantrell and wife Anita-Pound, VA and David Cantrell-Pound, VA; sister-in-law Gail Cantrell-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday January 24. 2021in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg

Cyphers and Reverend Josh Tompkins officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for social distancing and occupancy at the funeral home. Mask are required at all times and will not be supplied by the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will follow at the Dotson Cemetery on High-land Avenue with Reverend Troy Belcher officiating. Brandon

Cantrell, Grayson Hall, Danny Hall, Rocky Cantrell, Austin Dotson, Devin Dotson, Brad Boggs, Max Roach, Rich Rupert Ian Hall and Evan Blanton will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Roy Max Cantrell.

MONTY G. BOGGS

ROY MAX CANTRELL

OLIVER GLENDALE STIDHAM

ABINGDON, VA- Monty Gregory Boggs, 73, entered peacefully into eternity Thursday January 14, 2021 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Monty was a Christian of the Baptist faith, he attended Lakeside Community Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Monty was

a veteran of the United States Army, having served in Vietnam. He was a retired coal miner with approximately 33 years of experience, having worked for Clinchfield

Coal and Paramount Coal. He was an avid fisherman. Monty enjoyed talking to people and never met a stranger. He also enjoyed a good pipe. But his greatest joy was the

time he spent with his family making precious memories.

Monty was preceded in death by his parents Howie (Red) Boggs, Jr. and Naomi (Mullins) Boggs; a brother Bernie Boggs and a brother-in-law Mike Sykes.

Survivors include his loving wife Freida (Fleming) Boggs; his son, Scott Boggs and wife Autumn- Abingdon, VA; his daughter Melanie Murdaugh-Richmond, VA; ; his boys Chris Boggs and Cody Boggs; his grandchildren Sydney Boggs-Beaufort, SC, Tyler Murdaugh-Richmond, VA, Brant Boggs-Abingdon, VA, Julia Murdaugh-Richmond, VA, Griffin Boggs-Abingdon, VA and Tate Boggs-Abingdon, VA; sisters Kathy Fleming and husband Jess-Sheersville, IN, Greta Boggs -Abingdon, VA and niece Jill Boggs- Bristol ,VA, Vickie Easterling-Coeburn, VA, Carmelia Sykes-Clintwood, VA, Rhonda Demuches and husband John-Indiana and Lygia Unate'-Chicago, IL; brothers, James (Joe) Mullins and wife Judy-Pound, VA and George Boggs and wife Debbie-Pound, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, several close friends; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Saturday January 16, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve McCoy and Pastor Greg Cyphers officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until time of services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Monty G. Boggs.

OLIVER GLENDALE STIDHAM

PARKTON, MD – Oliver Glendale Stidham, 79, passed away peacefully Saturday January 9, 2021 at his residence. His son Jerry was at his side.

Glendale was of the Baptist faith. He loved his wife, his son and his brothers and sister. He was a retired supervisor from a box factory then a wire factory. Glendale believed in working to support his family. He loved guns, collecting and working on them. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved riding snowmobiles, even making trips to Canada and Greenland to ride. Glendale enjoyed reading western novels and watching westerns. He was a jack of all trades and tinkered on about anything.

Glendale was preceded in death by his wife Lana Carol Stidham; his daughter Carolyn Stidham; his parents Delmer and Edna (Sturgill) Stidham; a brother, James Ale Stidham; and his daughter-in-law Melissa Silsey Stidham.

Survivors include his son Jerry Keith Stidham-Glen Rock, PA; grandchildren Patrick Stidham and wife Caitlyn, Michael Knight and Zack Knight and wife Brooke; great-grandchildren Makaylah Schacle, Hayden Drechler, Emmalee Cox, Anabella Stidham, Macie Brubaker, Aubree Brubaker, Levi Knight and Mike Knight a sister Gail Barker-Pound, VA; brothers Royce Stidham-Pound, VA, Bobby Stidham and wife Linda-Pound, VA, Troy Lee Stidham and wife Debbie-Pound, VA, Richard Stidham and wife Phoebe-Blountville, TN and Stewart Stidham and wife Tena Bell Vista, AR.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Saturday January 16, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow in the Sturgill-Mullins Cemetery on Pine Spur Road, Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Oliver Glendale Stidham.

JEFFREY ALLEN GILES

OLIVER GLENDALE STIDHAM

JEFFREY ALLEN GILES

POUND, VA- Jeffery Allen Giles, 52 passed peacefully at his parent's home Sunday January 10, 2021 surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with ALS ( Lou Gehrigs Disease).

Jeff was of the Baptist faith and attended Independent Baptist Church in Pound, VA. He loved the mountains, going fishing, hunting and camping when he could. But

mostly he loved spending time with his family and making priceless memories.

Jeff is survived by his parents, Janice and Charles Hubbard- Pound, VA; two children, Justin Giles- Lawrenceburg, KY and Kari Giles- Pound, VA; grandchildren, James Perkins-Frankfort, KY and Shania Stanley-Pound, VA; a sister Marsha

(Timmy)Perkins-Frankfort, KY; brothers, Kenneth Hubbard- Seattle, WA. and Greg (Crystal) Hubbard- Pound, VA; nephews Brad, Cody, Jeremy, Ian and Zakk; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday

January 14, 2021 in the baker funeral Home Chapel with

Pastor Randy Reagan officiating. The family will receive

friends from 12 Noon until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and

social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow in the Earl Hubbard Cemetery –Pound,

VA where Justin Giles, Jeremy Banks, Timmy Perkins,

Gregory Hubbard, Anthony Hubbard and Robert Whitt will

serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Terry Rader,

Donnie Bailey, Luke Hubbard and his grandchildren James

and Shania.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to ALS Association

P O Box 37022 Boone IA, 50037 or at als.org

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Jeffrey Allan Giles.

JAMES RAY FREEMAN

OLIVER GLENDALE STIDHAM

JEFFREY ALLEN GILES

POUND, VA- James "Jimmy" Ray Freeman, 81, gained the

victory of Jesus unexpectedly on Saturday January 9, 2021

from his son's home. His loving family was by his side.

James was Christian of the Baptist faith. A loving father

and friend. He was a retired carpenter, an avid hunter,

fisherman and outdoorsman.

James was preceded in death by his by his loving wife

Elizabeth "Betty" (Jackson) Freeman; a son, Jonathan

"Jody" Wayne Freeman; his parents, Guy L. and Frances

(Dotson) Freeman.

James leaves behind two sons, James Steven "Steve"

Freeman and wife Melissa- Pound, VA and David Scott

Freeman- Homer AK; grandchildren, Andrew Freeman,

and wife Melissa- Pound, VA., Larua Elizabeth Polly and

David- Pound, VA., Tiffany Freeman- Pound, VA.,

Ashley Freeman and Brandon Freeman both of Homer, AK.;

great- grandchildren, Hayden Stanley, Journey Stanley, Lucas

Freeman, Abigail Freeman and Deacon Polly; a sister, Donna

Meade and husband Jerry- Pound, VA; a brother, Gary

Freeman and wife Margaret- Wise, VA; nephews, Anthony

"Tony" Wright and Jastin Freeman; a niece, Radess Meade;

an ex-wife, Janice Freeman- Homer, AK.; special friends,

Shirley Fleming- Pound, VA and Mike Combs- Pound, VA.

(whom he loved like his own son.); a host of friends and

loved ones to mourn his passing and cherish his memory.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm

Wednesday January 13, 2021 at Powell Valley Memorial

Gardens- Big Stone Gap, VA. with Reverend Gary Freeman

and Reverend Steven Freeman officiating. Family and friends

are asked to meet at the chapel at the cemetery at 12:45 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family asked that donations be made

to the Pound Rescue Squad- PO Box 711-Pound, VA 24279.

Baker Funeral Home – Pound, VA is serving the family

of James Ray Freeman.

REV. THURMAN MULLINS

POUND, VA- In loving memory of Rev. Thurman Mullins, born June 30, 1943, in Whitesburg, Ky., God called him home on January 9, 2021. Thurman is survived by his beloved wife Catherine Mullins, 3 sons Jon (fiancé Amber Nelson) Braeden Workman, and Brylan Mullins, 3 daughters Amy Mullins, Renay Blevins (Eugene), and Heather George

(Steven); grandchildren, Asha, Cecilia,Angelina, Austin, Ariel, Mason, Justin, Hunter, Brian, Joey and Amanda; 11

great grandchildren and one on the way ; brothers, Billy Ray Mullins ( Lomaretta)-Pound, VA, Dennis Mullins- Duffield, VA and John Mullins (Norma)-Pinnacle, NC;

sisters, Royola Walker-Fredricksburg, VA, Peggy Beverly (Jerald)-Palatka, FL, Janet Sturgill-Wise, VA, Fayetta Sturgill- Pound, VA, Wanda Strange-Wise, VA, Catherine

Isom (Cecil)-Norton, VA, Regina Mullins (Chris)-SouthDakota and Tammy Mullins (Randy "Boot")-Danville, WV; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of

friends and family.

Thurman was preceded in death by his parents Richard "Bee" and Goldie Mullins, one sister Jolene Short, and one son Thurman Shaun Mullins.

Thurman was the most loving, compassionate, and caring person you'd ever meet. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend.

The family would like to give special thanks to Dennis Mullins and Peggy Beverly for the support, care, and love throughout the years. Catherine would also like to give special thanks to their granddaughter Asha Bree and grandson Austin Danielson for always dropping everything and coming whenever we needed them.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00pm Tuesday January 12, 2021 with Pastor Hunter Deel (grandson) officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until time of services In accordance with Covid-19 restrictions, social distancing practices will be implemented, and face masks inside and outside the building will be required for attendance.

Pound, VFW Post 9600 will conduct military services inthe funeral home parking lot. Burial will follow in the Dotson Cemetery where grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Rev. Thurman Mullins.

LANNY PETE BOLLING

REV. THURMAN MULLINS

POUND, VA- Lanny Pete Bolling, 77, peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 7, 2021.

He is survived by his wife Candace, his two children, Matthew (wife Rebecca and granddaughter, Rachael.) and Lanny (husband Jonathan), and many brothers and sisters, Donnie Boilling, Peggy Varner, (husband Gary), Gary Dee Bolling (wife Colma), Jennifer Mullins (husband Fred), Joni

Barnette, Tammy Hayes and Timothy Bolling (wife Gina). He is also survived by his clan of nieces and nephews and their children. And, he leaves behind his lifelong best friend,

Craig Fleming.

Pete was born in Flat Gap, Pound, VA on August 21, 1943, the last child to be born at the home of Belva and Paul Bolling.

He graduated from Pound High School and attended Clinch Valley College in Wise, VA for a year before he was drafted into the Army and was deployed to Vietnam, where he was a helicopter mechanic and gunner. After his military service, Pete graduated from Clinch Valley College with a degree in business. Pete owned and operated Flat Gap Construction, Bolling Brothers Coal Company and Bolling Excavating LLC.

Pete was loved by all and will be missed. Memories of will forever bring smiles to faces of those that knew him.

A welcoming of family and friends will be held at Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA on Monday January 11, 2021 from 10:00am- 11:00 am. The funeral service and burial will be private, limited to his immediate family.

Pallbearers are Jonathan Whittaker, Josh Hayes, Seth Bolling, John Patrick Stallard, Elijah Haynes, Sean Varner, Tyler Mullins and Mike Glovier. Serving as Honorary pallbearers, Craig Fleming, Edwin Cross (Pigeon), his close and dear friend he met at Mountain Homes, VA and Ralph Holloway (Doc), his Guns-A-Go brother.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Mask must be worn at all times and will

not be furnished by the family or the funeral home.

Pete found great joy in his pets and peace in the presence of animals. Instead of flowers, he would hope that you'd

consider a donation to the Wise County Animal Shelter in his name. He was also passionate about helping his fellow

Veterans and would be appreciative of donations to the Disabled American Veterans at (www.dav.org).

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Lanny Pete Bolling.

ANGELA KAY HOBBS

REV. THURMAN MULLINS

ANGELA KAY HOBBS

CLINTWOOD, VA – Angela Hobbs, 60, entered peacefully into eternity Thursday January 7, 2021 from the Pikeville Medical Center- Pikeville, KY. Her loving sisters were by her side.

Angela was of the Christian faith. She was a

devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister aunt and friend. Angela was a beautician and enjoyed her work for almost 30 years, making people happy and loving to see them laugh was all part of her charm at work. She was so kind hearted to everyone and as pretty on the inside as she was on the outside. Angela was a great listener and was very supportive to people and their feelings and would try to give them sound advice

when needed. She also enjoyed sewing when she had the time. Her grandson Pierceton was the light of her life for the last

several years.

Angela was preceded in death by her husband Jeff (Hooter) Hobbs; her parents James and Cora (Newsome) Elkins; infant brothers Jerry Elkins, Terry Elkins Ronnie Keith Elkins; brother Charles Elkins; infant sister Jennifer Lynn Elkins; paternal grandparents Johnny and Minnie Elkins; and maternal grand-parents Sam and Dollie Newsome.

Survivors include her daughter Candace Hobbs-Plainfield, IN; her son Jeffery Brent Hobbs- Pound, VA; her grandson Pierceton Hobbs- Wise, VA; her sisters Geneva Varner and husband Gary-Pound, VA, Delores (Dee) Stanley and husband Greg-Wise, VA. and Teresa Boggs-Pound, VA; her brothers Jimmy Elkins and wife Novia-Pound, VA, Tony Elkins and wife Donna–Pound, VA, Steve (Pal) Elkins-Pound, VA and Jeff Elkins- Pound, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday January 9, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and Social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow at the Bolling Cemetery in the Flat Gap Section of Pound where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Angela K. Hobbs

SARA OPEL HOBBS

LINDA LORAYNE MULLINS

ANGELA KAY HOBBS

BIG STONE GAP, VA- Sara Hobbs, 48, passed away unexpectedly Monday January 4, 2021 at her residence.

Sara was a free spirit, moving often and never really settling in one place for very long. She enjoyed life on her terms.

Sara was preceded in death by her parents Simon Peter Jessee and Vicky Kay Davis Mullins; her maternal grandparents Denver and Opal Davis; her brother Curtis

Jessee; her aunts Doris Ann Davis and Mary Cantrell; and an uncle Donald Davis.

Survivors include her husband Denver Hobbs-Big Stone Gap, VA; her aunts Starlet Mullins and husband Acie-Kingsport, TN and Patsy Siler and husband John- Crestwood, KY; her uncle Ray Davis-Pound, VA;

several cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

It was Sara's wishes to be cremated and there will be no public services.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Sara Opel Hobbs.

LINDA LORAYNE MULLINS

WISE, VA – Linda Lorayne Mullins, 63, passed away unexpectantly Wednesday December 30, 2020 at Norton Community Hospital.

Linda was of the Christian faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Linda was class President, active in the Beta Club and attended CVC where she received a bachelor degree in education. Linda was an elementary and head start teacher for both Dickenson and Wise County Schools, she loved children and watching them learn and develop. She was an avid reader and loved to travel , going to visit her daughter and family as often as possible. Linda greatest joy was her grandchildren and the time she spent with them. Linda never met a stranger, she was loved by all that knew her.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents Willis and Betty (Brown) Mills.

Survivors include her husband, Sammy Mullins-Wise, VA; her daughters Samantha Sturgill and husband Trevor-Fort Nellis Air Force Base, Las Vegas NV and Cynthia Mullins-Wise, VA; her grandchildren Jaxon Kayne Sturgill, Kendall Rayne Sturgill, Cierra Jade Mullins, Caden Jacob Mullins and Chloe Jalyn Mullins; a sister Crystal Mills Odle-Big Stone Gap; a brother James Mills and wife Martha-Big Stone Gap, VA; so many special friends she meet thought life; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Through her loving and thoughtful gift of tissue donation, Linda was able to help many people live a better life.

Memorial services will be conducted at 1:00pm Tuesday January 5, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jerry Collier officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services.

We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Linda Lorayne Mullins.

BILL E. STANLEY

LINDA LORAYNE MULLINS

POUND, VA – Bill Stanley, 72, entered into eternity January 1, 2021 from Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN after a courageous battle with several respiratory diseases.

Bill was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for over 35 years with several coal companies. Bill always believed in working to support his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and being outdoors. Bill loved being on Facebook, probably being their #1 inmate in Facebook jail. Bill either liked you or he didn't…he lived his life the way he wanted with no apologies. But mostly he loved spending with his family, his beagles,

his german sheppards, his bulldogs and his great pyrenees.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents Calvin Eugene Stanley and Francis Beatrice (Short) Stanley; an infant brother Bobby Joel Stanley and brothers Jimmy Stanley

and Earl Stanley.

Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years Shirley (Stewart) Stanley- Pound, VA ; daughters, Melissa(Missy) Van Huss and husband Eugene-Pound, VA, Laurissa Phillips

and husband Travis- Pound, VA sons Billy Stanley and wife Melinda-Pound, VA , Joel Stanley and wife Tammy-Big Stone Gap and Randall Barnes and wife Ashley- Pound, VA

VA; grandchildren, Joshua Stanley Kane VanHuss and wife Randee, Katelyn VanHuss, Haley Stanley, Cole Stanley, Mason Stanley, Kaleb Stanley, Calvin Barnes, Emma Barnes, Dalton Phillips, and E J Barnes; adopted granddaughter, Alyssa Branham; great grandchildren, Lilly Anne Branson,

Christopher Branson, Aubree VanHuss, Kase VanHuss and Eli (Fred) Stanley; sisters Carolyn Strouth-Pound, VA, June Strouth and husband Jerry-Pound, VA, Betty Robinson and husband Brent- Meadowview, VA and Diane Addington and husband Danny-Pound, VA; brothers Don Stanley and wife Jedena-Coeburn, VA, Tommy Stanley and wife Greta-Pound, VA and David Stanley and wife Colleen-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm January 3, 2021 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Nolan Stanley

officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until time of services. We will follow state mandates for occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow in the Stanley Cemetery (Birchfield section)-Wise, VA where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Bill E. Stanley

JAMES NELSON ADAMS

ARCIE MARTIN WHITAKER

JAMES NELSON ADAMS

POUND, VA – James "Doodle" Adams, 53, passed away Thursday December 24, 2020 from the Holston Valley Medical Center-Kingsport, TN.

Doodle was of the Christian faith. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was a former

employee for the City of Norton where he worked for 16 years as a mechanic and then a shop foreman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, riding horses, gardening and doing yardwork.

Doodle was preceded in death by his parents Donald Jay and Aleda Adams; his wife Stephanie Adams and a niece Samantha Adams.

Survivors include his daughters Caitlin Le-Clearwater, FL and Allie Adams-Pound, VA; grandchildren Calvin Le, Chandler

Le and Hallie Phillips; brothers Donald Jr. "Sam" Adams and wife Missy-Pound, VA, Shane Adams and wife Amy–Pound, VA;

and Danny Adams and wife Kim-Clintwood, VA; an aunt, Stella Heath-Billings, MT; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special

friends J P Sturgill and Langley McCoy; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Saturday

December 26, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with David Stanley speaking. The family will receive friends from

1:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for capacity and social distancing.

Burial will follow in the Levi Cantrell Cemetery where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of James "Doodle" Adams

JOYLIN EDWARDS

ARCIE MARTIN WHITAKER

JAMES NELSON ADAMS

POUND, VA- Joylin Edwards, 94, entered into eternity Monday December 21, 2020 from Clintwood Heritage Hall- Clintwood, VA.

Joylin was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She worked for many years and retired from Crown-Cork and Seal in Baltimore, MD She was an avid reader and enjoyed gardening.

Joylin had a "Greenthumb" she love

d raising beautiful flowers and plants.

Joylin is preceded in death by her parents, James and Della (Lipps) Edwards; sisters, Munden Kapelka, Evelyn Butterworth and Wanda Chester; brother, Starlan Edwards;

and nephew, Mitchell Chester.

Survivors include her nephew, Tommy Chester and companion Marla Wilson- Wise, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory. Special thanks to the staff at Clintwood Heritage Hall- Clintwood, VA for the care and

support they gave to Joylin.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00am Wednesday December 23, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel.

Burial will follow in the Meade Cemetery on Sarvis Road- Pound, VA where family member will serve as pallbearers.

We will be flowing state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Joylin Edwards.

ARCIE MARTIN WHITAKER

JENKINS, KY – Arcie Martin Whitaker, born March 3, 1939, entered into eternity Monday December 21, 2020 from Letcher Manor in Whitesburg, KY.

Arcie was a born again Christian a long time member and a 35 year deacon of the Payne Gap Freewill Baptist Church.

Arcie was a veteran of the United States Army. He loved his God, his family and his country. He believed in working to

provide for his family. Arcie was retail clerk for 30+ years at Pound Hardware. He enjoyed reading his Bible and was

an avid UK Wildcat fan. He was a homebody and enjoyed gardening and canning and raising flowers.

Arcie was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years Ola Mae (Roberts) Whitaker; his parents John C. and Vina (Rose) Whitaker; five brothers James (Jack) Whitaker, Estes

Whitaker, Pat Wayne Whitaker, Billie Mac Whitaker and Marcus Whitaker; and two sisters Mae Reed and Valma

Johnson.

Survivors include his daughter Anita Whitaker Holbrook –Payne Gap, KY; his son John Whitaker and wife Susie-

Madison, IN; four grandchildren Jessica (Chuck) Bentley-Russell Springs, KY, Jaime (Jason) Yates-Wise, VA Daniel Whitaker-Madison IN and Rebecca Whitaker –Madison, IN; one great-granddaughter Hayley Grace Bentley- Russell Springs, KY; three brothers Lum Whitaker, Clarence Whitaker and Russell Whitaker; two sisters Caroline Mullins and Wanda Jean Wright; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; his church family; special friends Jay Bird Roberts

and Don Bailey; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Tuesday December 22, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Hollis Bevins officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm until time of services. We will be following state mandates concerning occupancy and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow in the Whitaker Cemetery-Payne Gap, KY where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Arcie Martin Whitaker.

LARRY NEIL MULLINS

ARCIE MARTIN WHITAKER

MANASSAS, VA – Larry Neil Mullins, 79, passed away Thursday December 17, 2020 from the Prince William Medical Center after an extended illness. His family was at his side.

Larry was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.

After graduating from high school in Pound, VA he worked in the construction industry for years before starting his own

business, Mullins Equipment Rentals, Inc. renting equipment and performing asphalt projects.

Larry was an avid music fan, he loved listening and played in a band. He also enjoyed racing cars and even raced with his

daughter Annie. Larry loved to play Rook and was known to cheat to win.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents Jasper J. (Black Jack) and Hazel D. (Whitt) Mullins; a grandson Matthew Hipsley;

a sister Vera Sue Moore; a brother Jasper Mullins, Jr.; and a great nephew T. J. Mullins

Survivors include his son Larry Neil Mullins Jr. (Joe) and wife Emily-Aldi, VA; his daughter Diane (Annie) Mullins Robles-Mineral, VA; step daughter Pam Tisdale-Indiana; grandchildren Noah Robles, Adriana Robles, Jaden Mullins, Lucy Mullins, Hazel Mullins, Samuel Mullins, Melissa McKinney(David)Matthew's wife Samantha Hipsley; great-grandchildren Nathan Hipsley, Nolan Hipsley, Mandolyn Lantz, Savannah McKinneyand Riggs McKinney; a sister Elaine Maxwell- Stephens City, VA; brothers Roger Mullins and wife Patricia-Strasburg, VA, Ronnie Mullins and wife Brenda-Pound/Abingdon, VA, Glen Mack Mullins and wife Benita-Wise, VA and Steven R. Mullins and wife Lynette-Pound, VA; the mother of his children Gloria Rouse-Mineral, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at1:00 pm Monday December 21, 2020 in the Baker Funeral home Chapel with Jason Mullins and

Glen Mack Mullins officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

We will be following state mandates for occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times.

Burial will follow in the Whitt Cemetery on Little Road in the

Mill Creek Section of Pound, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Larry Neil Mullins.

HELEN J COX

LARRY NEIL MULLINS

VONDA MAE PHILLIPS

POUND, VA – Helen J. Cox, 92, of the Indian Creek section

of Pound, VA went to be with the Lord on Monday December 7,

2020 from her daughter's home in Norton, VA She was surrounded

by her loving family.

Helen was of the Christian faith. She was a loving wife, mother,

grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved

reading her Bible before bed. Helen also enjoyed her flowers and

hummingbirds, cooking and keeping a clean house. When she was

younger she enjoyed gardening and canning and singing with her

sisters.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband Carroll Lee Cox;

her parents Denver and Myrtle (Henry) Short; a son Benny Floyd

Cox; granddaughters Bennye Helen Cox and September Cox: great-

granddaughter Ember Mullins; sisters Barbara Jean Stallard, Ruth

Collins, Mildred Short, Louise Sturgill and Betty Adams; and

brothers Harry Short, Derwood Short, Gary Short, Denver Short, Jr.,

Richard Short and Kenneth Short.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son Johnny Cox and

wife Lisa-Pound, VA; daughters Kathy Cox Mullins and husband

Billy-Wise, VA, Leah Cox Bullion and husband Butch-Norton, VA;

daughter-in-law Alice Faye Cox-Wise, VA; grandchildren Seth Cox,

Eli Cox, Samuel Cox, Forrest Mullins, Jesse Mullins; Andy Bullion

and Juston Bullion; great-grandchildren Chase Bullion, Brook Bullion,

Noah Mullins, Cainan Mullins, Jonah Mullins, Brycen Mullins and

Aiden Mullins; great-great-grandchild Paisley Lee; 2 special nieces

Colleen Brown and Mary Lou Williams; several nieces, nephews and

cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Thursday December

10, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy

Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until

time of services. We will be following state mandates on occupancy

and social distancing. Masks must be worn at all times.

Helen will be laid to rest in the Riner-Cox-Browning Cemetery on

Indian Creek where Seth Cox, Eli Cox, Andy Bullion, Forrest Mullins,

Jesse Mullins, Sam Cox, Chase Bullion, Butch Bullion and Johnny

Cox will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Helen J.

Cox.

VONDA MAE PHILLIPS

LARRY NEIL MULLINS

VONDA MAE PHILLIPS

POUND, VA-Vonda Mae Phillips, 92, went home

to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday December,1,

2020 from Heritage Hall- Wise, VA.

Vonda was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a

devoted mother to her children and loved spending as

much time as she could with them. She enjoyed talking

on the phone mostly calling her family and friends

to make sure all was well with them. She was an excellent

cook, also she liked canning and preserving from the

garden. Vonda was an avid UK Wildcat Basketball fan.

listening or watching the games whenever she could.

Vonda was preceded in death by her son George

Windell Phillips; her parents, George and Gertrude

(Bateman) Stidham; sisters, Meritta Todd, Ila Bolling,

Dorcie Carter; grandchildren, Christina Phillips and

baby boy Boggs; a great grandchild, Jonathan Mullins;

daughter- in- laws, Darlene Phillips and Bonnie Phillips;

a son- in- law, Ricky Adams and the father of her

children, George Elmer Phillips.

Survivors include her daughters, Truby Boggs and

husband Carson- Pound, VA., Ruby Mullins and

husband Leonard- Pound, VA., Janet Mullins and

husband Robert- Big Stone Gap, VA., Alta Martin

and husband Walter-Pound, VA. and Ila Gaye Sturgill

and husband Calvert - Eolia, KY. Donna

Mullins and husband Raymond- Eolia, KY and Lynette

Adams- Eolia, KY; a son, Merle Phillips and wife

Vicky- Pound, VA; a brother, Roy Lee Stidham and

wife Joyce -Manassas, VA; 18 grandchildren; 38 great

grandchildren, children; 8great- great- grandchildren;

a special friend, Mary Ratilff- Wise, VA; several nieces,

nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved

ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

Private graveside services will be conducted

Thursday December 3, 2020 at Mt. Zion Cemetery-

Pound, VA with Reverend Randy Carter and Reverend

Mike Hunsucker officiating where grandsons and great

grandsons will be serving as pallbearers.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and

distance standards in the funeral home and at all

graveside services. MASK MUST BE WORN AT ALL

TIMES AND WILL NOT BE PROVIDED BY THE

FAMILY OR THE FUNERAL HOME.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family

of Vonda Mae Phillips.

LANA CAROL STIDHAM

REBECCA DANIELLE GENTRY

LANA CAROL STIDHAM

PARKTON, MD- Lana Carol Stidham, 79, entered into eternity Saturday November 21, 2020 from her residence. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Lana was of the Baptist faith. She was a machine operator in the milling industry for 15 plus years, was an avid reader enjoying westerns and mysteries with James Patterson and Agatha Christie being two of her favorite writers. She also enjoyed watching TV, shows like CSI and just spending time with her family.

Lana was preceded in death by her daughter, Carolyn Stidham; her parents, Oscar and Beulah (Meade) Sheppard; a sister, Grace Sheppard; a brother, Lawrence Sheppard and a daughter-in-law Melissa Silsey Stidham.

Survivors include her husband, Oliver Glenndale Stidham- Parkton, MD; a son, Jerry Keith Stidham- Glen Rock, PA; grandchildren, Patrick Stidham and wife Caitlin- Hanover, PA, Steven Stidham and wife Cara- Dillsburg, PA; great grandchildren, Makaylah

Schachle, Hayden Drechler, Emalee Cox, Anabella Stidham, Macie Brubaker and Aubree Brubaker; sisters, Ione Sturgill- Pound, VA and Barbara Kendrick- Clintwood, VA; special friend, Peggy Spicer; several nieces, nephews cousins and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Monday November 30, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00am until time of services. Burial will follow in the Sturgill / Mullins Cemetery- Pound, VA where family members

and friends will serve as pallbearers.

We are be following State Mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. MASK MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES and will not be provided by the family or funeral home.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Lana Carol Stidham.

JAKEY HAMILTON

REBECCA DANIELLE GENTRY

LANA CAROL STIDHAM

POUND, VA- Jakey R. Hamilton, 78, passed away Friday November 27, 2020 from the Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport, TN.

Jakey was of the Baptist faith. He was a member of the UMWA and a retired coal truck driver. Jakey was an avid reader,

western novels being his favorite, he was always working on cars or equipment (especially during hay season) for someone.

Jakey loved being outside, he actually liked to mow, he and his wife would work together for hours around the house. He loved

people and enjoyed visiting his longtime friends and family.

Jakey was preceded in death by his parents, Edd Hamilton and Eura (Powers) Hamilton.

Suvivors include the love of his life and his of 17 years, Maxine (Hubble) Hamilton- Pound, VA; daughters, Greta Miller and husband DJ- Coeburn, VA, Denise Anders- Johnson City, TN and Courtney Yates- Clintwood, VA; sons, Jeff Chandler and wife

Romona- Haysi, VA and Mark Chandler and wife Jennifer- Smithsburg, MD;grandchildren, Drew Miller, Andrew Chandler, Emma Chandler, Nathan Chandler, Parkes Chandler, Faith Yates and Destiny McClure, special cousin, and lifelong friend, William "Pig" Powers; cousins and numerous friends and loved ones.

Private graveside services will be conducted Sunday, November 29, 2020 at the Powers Cemetery (on Cumbo Hill)-

Pound, VA with Elder Stacy Potter and Reverend Robert Owens officiating.

We will be following State Mandated social distancing standards. MASK MUST BE WORE AT ALL TIMES and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Jakey R. Hamilton.

REBECCA DANIELLE GENTRY

POUND, VA- Rebecca Danielle Gentry, 26, passed away suddenly on Sunday November 22, 2020 from her sister's residence in Norton, VA.

Rebecca was of the Freewill Baptist faith. She was such a girly- girl, loving to be pampered , having her makeup and

hair done by her sister and best friend Amanda. Rebecca had a beautiful soul, a contagious smile and a sparkle in her eyes to everyone she came in contact with. She loved being with her family and friends. Rebecca will be deeply missed by all that knew her.

Rebecca is preceded in death by her fiancé and love of her life Anthony Peak; paternal grandparents Goffery and Artie Gentry; maternal grandparents, James and Morlene Sergeant; and her uncles Jimmy Sergeant and Jerry Sergeant.

Survivors include her parents, Joseph and Dorothy (Sergeant) Gentry-Pound, VA; a sister, Amanda Reeves and husband

Brian-Norton, VA; brothers, Joseph Gentry Jr- Pound, VA, Chad Gentry- Bristol, VA and Jason Gentry- Pound, VA; nieces, Emma Gentry, Jasmine Reeves, Rachel Reeves and Abby Reeves; nephews, Chad Gentry and Gabriel Gentry: special friend, Jeff Carter; and numerous friends and loved

ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday November 27, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive

friends from 11:00 am until time of services.

Burial will follow at the Mt. Zion Cemetery- Pound, VA where Joseph Gentry, Chad Gentry, Josh Gentry, Jason Gentry, Jeff Carter, Randy Boggs and Brian Reeves will serve as pallbearers. Clyde Stidham will serve as honorary pallbearer.

We will be following State Mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. MASKS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Baker Funeral Home to go toward funeral expenses.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Rebecca Danielle Gentry.

SARA LAEL HELTON

TELECA MORINE WRIGHT

REBECCA DANIELLE GENTRY

SPOTSYLVANIA, VA – Sara Lael Helton, 35, passed away Thursday November 19, 2020.

Sara is survived by her children Madison Eberly, Kyleigh Lael and David Helton; parents Yvonne and Michael Furrow and

Charles Lael Jr.; sister Rebecca Anctil; brother Charles Lael III; grandparents Charles Lael Sr. and Betty Jo Lael; and a host of

aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Sara was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Bobby and Anna Mullins, in whose loving arms she now rests.

All services will be private. Interment will take place at the Gilmer Mullins Cemetery-Pound VA.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Sara Lael Helton Go Fund Me Page.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Sara Leal Helton.

TELECA MORINE WRIGHT

POUND, VA- Teleca Morine Wright, 60, passed away Friday November, 6, 2020 from her sister's home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her loving family was by her side.

Teleca was a spiritual woman and loved life. She also enjoyed listening to classic music, making crafts , she was an animal lover,

gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.

Teleca is preceded in death by her parents, Burley and Ovie (Hamilton) Mullins; two brothers, Larry Mullins and Gene Mullins.

Survivors include her daughter, Olivia Mullins- Pound, VA; a son Derek Calhoun- Pound, VA; grandchildren, Felicity Short, September Fleming and Lacy Calhoun; sisters, Rosana Boggs and husband

Danny- Pound, VA and Eloise Hall- Pound, VA; special friend, Curtis McCoy; life long friend Sandy Boone; former husband, Jimmy Wright; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

Per Teleca wishes, she was to be cremated at her death. Memorial services for Teleca will be conducted at a later date.

Baker Funeral Home is serving the family of Teleca Morine Wright.

RONNIE DEAN RINER

TELECA MORINE WRIGHT

WISE, VA- Ronnie Dean Riner, 79, (affectionately known as Uncle Fudd) entered into eternal rest on Tuesday on November 3, 2020 from his home with family and friends by his side.

Ronnie was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He had attended church his whole life. Ronnie was a very talented man, he made his living as a mechanic and preparation plant foreman, having worked for nearly 16 years for Bethlehem Coal and 18 years for Humphreys Enterprises. Ronnie also loved music, especially Celtic music and church hymns.He was quite accomplished on the guitar, banjo and keyboard. Ronnie also loved being in his garage and riding motorcycles. But his biggest joy was the time he spent with his family, especially his grand kids.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his son Dean Allen Riner; his parents Robert and Ruby (Bailey) Riner; and a sister Emma Williams.

Survivors include the love of his life for 60+ years his wife Lois (Gilley) Riner; two granddaughters Amy Beth Riner of Blountville, Utah and Holly Marie Croce and husband Alec of New Jersey; one great-grandson Dean Andrew Croce; former daughter-in-law Donna Eads of Pulaski , VA; brothers-in-law, Paul Gilley (Clara)-Pound, VA, Glendale Gilley (Judy)- Nicklesville, VA and Randall Williams-Roswell, GA; sister-in-law Judy Clawson (LC)-Wise, VA; several nieces and nephews; special friends Kat and Connie Adams who loved and respected his strong faith; and friends too numerous to count.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday November 6, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Stacy Vanover and Elder Stacy Potter officiating . The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following stat mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Saturday November 7, 2020 at the Gilley Family Cemetery-Pound, VA where Brett Gilley, Trevor Boggs, George Dean, Marty Clawson, Glen Bendall, Sonny Gilleyand David Osborne will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Professor Phil Shelton, Whitney Bolling, L C Clawson. Paul Gilley and Junior Gilley. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 12 noon to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Ronnie Dean Riner.

JAMES ROSE

LORETTA BAKER MULLINS

WISE, VA – James Rose, 76, got his wings Tuesday November 3, 2020 as he left this world for Heaven. He was surrounded by his

loving family.

James was a Christian. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was a man of many talents and held different jobs to provide for his family. He was a lifelong farmer and

a former surface miner as well as an underground miner. He loved the

outdoors, hunting, watching wrestling on Monday Night Raw, riding around and going to church. But his greatest joy was the time he spent with his family.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Fletcher and Myrtle (Little) Rose; his sisters Tenna Jean Tackett, Goldie Belcher, Nellie Branham and Pearlie Rose; and his brothers, Frank Rose, Crit Rose, Ira Rose, Jim Rose and Basil Rose; grandsons, Marty Jay Triplett and Larry Sergent Jr.

Survivors include his loving wife of 55 years Evelina (Layne) Rose-Wise, VA; his daughters, Anita Freeman (Jerry)- Wise, VA, Phylisa

Sergent (Larry)-Wise, VA, Nellie Weaver (Billy)- Wise, VA, Virginia Rose (Michelle Mullins) - Wise, VA and Delena McCurdy (Thomas)- Wise, VA; grandchildren Sylvia Mullins (Johnny), Christy Skeens

(Shannon ), B.J. Weaver (Candace), and Tiffani Baker (Nate), Kali Adams (John Allen), Chase Adams and Kierra McCurdy; great-grand-children Ayden Skeens, Jay Jay Triplett, Ryder Mullins, Kaegan Baker,

Julianna Weaver Parker Mullins, Jayce Sergent and Amelia Baker; a brother, Dudley Rose (Jenny) –Norfolk, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends Roger Dingus and Leonard Lester; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Thursday November 5, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jack Calhoun and Reverend Roger Dingus officiating. The family will receive friends

from 5:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing

standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by

the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Friday November 6, 2020 at the Rose Hill Family Cemetery in the Rocky Fork Section of Wise, VA where Jerry Freeman, Larry Sergent, Billy Weaver, Thomas McCurdy, B.J. Weaver, Chase Adams, Johnny Ray Mullins and Nate Baker will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 1:00 pm to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of James Rose.

LORETTA BAKER MULLINS

POUND, VA – Loretta Baker Mullins, 82, passed away peacefully Monday October 26, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving

family.

She was born in Pound, VA, daughter of the late William Ray and Gertie Meade Baker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in

death by her loving husband of 61+ years Bennie Allen Mullins; and sons Steve Allen Mullins and Johnny Dale Mullins.

Loretta was a Christian and a member of Hope Freewill Baptist Church. She attended Ferbie Chapel and was a former member of Fairwood Freewill Baptist Church, Fairfax, VA. Loretta was an active member of every church she attended and loved working with children. She taught Sunday School, Children's Church, oversaw Vacation Bible

School and directed Christmas plays.

Loretta was a devoted mother spending the first 20+ years of her married life raising and providing guidance to four rambunctious sons. In addition to being a homemaker she was an avid reader, loved making

quilts, gardening and making peanut butter fudge for family and friends.

After raising her family, she entered the workplace working several years at the Fabric House in Pound and in the fabric department at Walmart in Norton for over 15 years.

Survivors include sons Larry Neil Mullins, Brandon, MS and Scott Mullins, Pound, VA; grandchildren Tracey Michael and husband Mikie, Dr. Courtney Mullins, Jake Mullins, and Tanner Mullins; great-grand-children Owen Michael, Emmet Michael and Levi Michael; sisters Janet Robinson and husband J.T., Juanita Kelly and husband Harry, and

Neva Webb and husband Danny; an aunt, an uncle; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends.

A special thanks to all the nurses and caregivers who lovingly cared for

Loretta.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Friday October 30, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ed Slemp officiating. Visitation will be from 12 Noon until time of services.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times. THE FAMILY REQUIRES THAT EVERYONE WEARS A MASK AT ALL TIMES!

Burial will follow in the Meade Cemetery on Ferbie Road in Pound, VA where Scott Mullins, Larry Mullins, Tony Webb, Jason

Kelly, Tanner Mullins and Jimmy Carroll (Bud) Powers will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Loretta Baker Mullins.

LEAH MAE BRANHAM

LORETTA BAKER MULLINS

LEAH MAE BRANHAM

BIG STONE GAP, VA- Leah Mae (Boggs) Branham, 90, entered peacefully into eternity Sunday October 18, 2020

from her residence. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Leah was of the Baptist faith. She was an avid reader, she was especially fond of the local history. Leah was very talented and creative having won several awards for her

flower arrangements and wreaths. She enjoyed raising flowers and gardening. She also like canning and preserving whenever

she could. Her greatest love was spending time with her family.

Leah is preceded in death by her parents, Marion Edwin Boggs and Hazel (Adams) Boggs; and a brother Robert E. Boggs.

Survivors include her loving and devoted husband of nearly 73 years, Curtis Branham- Big Stone Gap, VA; her daughters, Cheryl Marshall-Pound, VA; Linda Jane Branham- Big Stone Gap, VA, Paula O'brien- Big Stone Gap, VA and Susan Couch- Oak Island NC; grandchildren, Kimberly Mullins, Gina Bolling, Karoline Motley, Gabrielle Quinley, Shannon Sanders and Laure Couch; great–grand-children, Sarah Bolling Hagan, Andrew Mullins, Seth Bolling, Cameron Quinley, Ryan Motley and Colton Motley.; great-great- grandchildren, Scarlette Hogan, Adeline Hogan and Afton Mullins;

brothers, Roger Boggs- Kingsport, TN., and Van Buren Boggs-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to cherish her memory.

Leah's family would like to give a special thanks to MSA Hospice and staff and the caregivers that took such loving care of ourmother. Your kindness will always be remembered.

Private graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday October 20, 2020 at Crouse Cemetery-Pound, VA. where family

members will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:30 to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Leah Mae Branham.

TEDDY LEE POWERS

RICKY NEIL RATLIFF

LEAH MAE BRANHAM

POUND, VA – Teddy Lee Powers, 51, entered peacefully into eternity Saturday October 17, 2020 from his residence on Cumbo Hill after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Teddy was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Although Teddy

was a man of physical stature he always had a boyish grin on his face and was really a gentle soul. He was a former coal miner

with over 32 years of experience. He worked hard and believed in doing so to provide for his family. He loved deer and coon hunting,

fishing and the outdoors. He was an avid horseman and enjoyed trail riding, camping with his horse riding family and going to horse shows. Teddy was Bubbo to so many children who all hope to be as brave

and strong as their hero.

Teddy was preceded in death by his mother, Judy Lou Powers; his maternal grandparents Clyde and Elizabeth Owens; and his paternal grandparents, James Luther and Celesta Hamilton Powers.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 28 years and the love of his life Melissa (Meade) Powers-Pound, VA; his son and best friend, Isaac Powers-Pound, VA; his father, William Pig Powers-Pound, VA; his sister, Regina Adkins and husband Greg-Kingsport, TN; his brother, Tony Powers and wife Tina-Pound, VA; nephews, Brandon Powers, Devin Adkins and Dawson Meade; a special niece, Haley Meade; great nephews, Gideon Adkins, Toby Adkins and Witten Mack Edwards; great nieces, Addyson Adkins and Ellie Edwards; mother and father- in- law, Jeff and Carolyn Meade- Pound, VA; brother-in- law, Jeff (Bubby) Meade and wife Dana- Pound, VA; his many coworkers and mining family; his hunting and horse riding friends and so many other friends from around the world that Teddy made in his short time here on earth.

Special thanks to Teddy's lifelong friend, Sam Mullins for taking him on his last horse ride to his final resting place. I'm sure he is smiling down from Heaven.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 Tuesday October 20, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Eddie Rose and Reverend Robert Owens officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 12 noon Wednesday October 21, 2020 at Powers Family Cemetery-Pound, VA where Brandon Powers, Tony Powers, Darrell Belcher, Ronnie Hensley, Logan Eskridge, Wayne McCoy, Bubby Meade, Dawson Meade and Devin Adkins will serve as pallbearers; Serving as honorary pallbearers is a host of lifelong horse riding family, camping friends, close family and his mining coworkers. We couldn't begin to name all the people who've touched his life. Family and friends are asked to meet at the Baker Funeral Home by 11:00am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

We will be following state-mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or funeral home.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA will be serving the family of Teddy Lee Powers.

GLENN BALDWIN

RICKY NEIL RATLIFF

POUND, VA- Glenn "Pappy" Baldwin, 74, went to be with his Lord on Friday October 16, 2020 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Glenn was a Christian and attended Mill Creek Church of God of Prophecy, Pound, VA. He was proud to be a veteran of the
United States Army, having served in Vietnam. Glenn worked as coal surface miner for 40 plus years. He never met a stranger and enjoyed reminiscing with friends and family, he also liked gardening, watching old westerns on TV, repairing old chainsaws, collecting guns of all sorts, collecting antiques and going to flea markets when he could.He always loved his dogs, especially Annie.
Glenn is preceded in death by his parents, Hearl Preston and Myrtle Beatrice Castle Baldwin, sisters, Ina Mae Baldwin,
Lelar Baldwin, Carol Beutler, Nancy Baldwin and Linda Baldwin; brothers, Carson Baldwin, Billy Baldwin, Coy Baldwin and Rolie Baldwin.
Survivors include his loving wife, Lois Childers Baldwin- Pound, VA, his sons, Glenn Baldwin Jr- Pound, VA, Jody Potter and wife Connie- Surgoinsville, TN, Jack Potter and wife Beth- Lexington, KY, and Nick Potter and wife Robin- Greeneville, TN; daughters, Vanessa Baldwin and Todd Pucket- Bristol, VA and Penny Johnson and husband Chester- Neon, KY; grandchildren, Justin Potter, Ryan Potter, Jeremy Dotson, Whitney Tyree, Josh Potter, Paige Adams, Sobel Dickerson, Adam Potter, Haley Potter, and Jacob Potter; great grandchildren, Skyler Dickerson, Adileh Dickerson, Titus Dickerson, Karsyn Adams, Keegan Adams, Grayson Tyree, Finnley
Tyree, Elliott Tyree, Jaxon Potter, Eden Potter, Braxton Potter, Kingston Potter and Harper Dotson; brothers, Avis Baldwin and wife Sherry- Virgie, KY., Alfo Baldwin and wife Kaaren- Weed, CA and Shade Baldwin- Burdine, KY; numerous nieces, nephew and cousins and a host of special friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00am Monday October 19, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Pat Dockery and Pastor Josh Tyree officiating.
Pound VFW Post 9600 will conduct military graveside services in the funeral home parking lot. Burial will follow at Green Acres Cemetery- Whitesburg, KY. where family members will serve as pallbearers.
We will be following state-mandated occupancy and social distancing stands. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or funeral home.
The family will receive friends after 5:00 pm Sunday October 18, 2020 at Baker Funeral Home.
Baker Funeral Home–Pound, VA is serving the family of Glenn Baldwin.

RICKY NEIL RATLIFF

HAYMOND, KY- Ricky Ratliff, 66, passed away Friday October 16, 2020 from his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Ricky was a Christian and attended the Church of God. He was a former coal miner with 14+ years of experience.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching westerns on TV, but what he loved most of all was the time he spent with his

grandbabies. Rick was just happy being at home.

Ricky was preceded in death by his wife Elsie Marie (Mullins) Ratliff; his parents Marvin Ratliff and Ardath (Looney) Ratliff; sisters, Shirley Baker, Rita Ratliff, Kozetta Ratliff; and brothers, Danny Ratliff, Charles Ratliff and Roger Ratliff.

Survivors include his daughters, Erica Ratliff and husband Jarrod Sexton-Cromona, KY and Carly Niedwiecki-Brighton, MI; his grandchildren Ollie Sexton, Kayden Fleming, Dalton Taylora, Ethan Taylor and another one the way; his twin sister, Vicky Dabbs-Wyandot, MI; brothers, Jeff Ratliff, Orbie Ratliff, Rex Ratliff and Randy Ratliff- all of Jenkins, KY; his in-laws; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his beloved dog Trixie; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Monday October 19, 2020 at the Fleming Neon Church of God with Reverend Freddy Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at the Mullins Family Cemetery- Haymond, KY where family members will serve as pallbearers.

Visitation will be conducted Sunday October 18, 2020 starting at 4:00 pm for the family and 5:00 pm for friends at the Fleming Neon Church of God.

Baker Funeral Home–Pound, VA is serving the family of Ricky Neil Ratilff.

KATHLEEN BAKER

LOIS JEAN HUBBARD

POUND, VA – Kathleen Baker, 91, entered into her eternal reward Wednesday October 14, 2020 from her son's home in Rogersville, TN. Her loving family was at her bedside.

Kathleen was a Christian of the Baptist faith and member of Ferbie Chapel Church- Pound, VA. She was a graduate of Christopher Gist High School in Pound, VA where she was on the girls basketball team. Kathleen was florist and ran a flower

shop in Pound for many years. She enjoyed making floral arrangements, working crossword puzzles, painting, sitting on the porch, and traveling when she was able. Kathleen also had a love for cats,

they gave her comfort in holding them in her lap and caring for them.

Kathleen is preceded death by her husband, Elmer F. Baker; a son,Ricky Baker; her parents, Edwin and Maude (Baker) Dingus and a brother, Richard Dingus.

Survivors include her son, Terry Baker and wife Anna- Rogersville, TN; grandchildren, Chris Baker, Brian Baker Missy Baker and Rocky Baker; great grandchildren, John Thomas Fleming, Jarrod Baker, Madison Baker, Tegan Engle, Belle Baker, Kennedy Baker and Matthew Baker; great-great- grandchild, Paisley Fleming; special friends, her brothers–in-law and sisters-in-law; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her memory.

Private family services will be conducted Friday October 16, 2020.

Burial will follow in the Baker Family Cemetery (Middle Fork Bold Camp)-Pound, VA. where family member will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA will serving the family of Kathleen D. Baker.

LOIS JEAN HUBBARD

POUND, VA -Lois Jean Hubbard, 87, entered eternal life on October 9, 2020, from Norton Community Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 26, 1932 in Speers Ferry, Scott County, Virginia.

Lois was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She cherished time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Lois was preceded in death by her husband James F. Hubbard, Sr.; her parents Walter and Mary (Jarrett) Hensley; her brothers Walter "Buster" Hensley, Larry Hensley, Garry Hensley; her sisters Debbie Hensley, Betty Cable, Annabelle Ayars.

Survivors include her sons James F. Hubbard, Jr. (Pound, VA); Marv Hubbard and wife Thea (Pound, VA); daughter Geraldine Short and husband Stephen (Mount Carmel, TN); her brothers Bobby Hensley (Seth, WV), Ronnie Hensley and wife Cassalee (Pound, VA); her sisters Mary Jo Hubbard (Stevensville, MD), Claudia McGrevey and husband Russell (Manassas, VA); Sue Edwards (Manassas, VA), Lynda Justice (Louisville, KY), Margaret Mendez and husband Antonio (San Antonio, TX), Bea Vanhuss and husband Palmer (Pound, VA).

Her eight grandchildren include Jimmy Steinwandel (Seymore, TN); Amber Salyers and husband J.W. (Pound, VA); Erik Powers and wife April (Beckley, WV); Jason Powers and wife Sarah (Pound, VA); Kristi Blackburn and husband Austin (Mount Carmel, TN); Ethan Short (Mount Carmel, TN); Tyler Hubbard (Pound, VA); and Kayla Hubbard (Pound, VA).

Her twelve great-grandchildren include Morgan Steinwandel, Carlee Salyers, Brayden Salyers, Grace Powers, Hope Powers, Jorden Powers, Eli Powers, Lexi Powers, Cambree Powers, Jase Powers, Addisyn Blackburn, Korie Blackburn, and two great-great-grandchildren include Bennett Baker, and Keyton Steinwandel.

The family will receive friends at Baker Funeral Home, in Pound, VA, on Sunday, October 11 from 5:00-7:00PM.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing Standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00PM at the Baker Funeral Home, in Pound, VA, with Reverend Randy Carter officiating.

Burial will be conducted Monday, October 12 at 11:00AM in the Dewey Memorial Cemetery, in Pound, VA, where Jimmy Steinwandel, J.W. Salyers, Jason Powers, Ethan Short, Stephen Short, and Austin Blackburn will serve as pallbearers. Serving as honorary pallbearers include Erik Powers, Tyler Hubbard, Jorden Powers, Eli Powers, Brayden Salyers, Jase Powers, Bennett Baker, and Keyton Steinwandel.

Baker Funeral Home, in Pound, VA, is serving the family of Lois Jean Hubbard.

THOMAS BLEVINS

LOIS JEAN HUBBARD

ARMINTA GAIL MORGAN ROBERTS

SECO, KY – Thomas Blevins, 75, entered into eternity Tuesday October 6, 2020 from his residence after a courageousbattle with cancer. His loving family was by his side.

Thomas was a Christian of the Old Regular Baptist faith.He was a veteran of the United States Army. Thomas was in the upholstery business for many years and took pride in his job. Thomas believed in working to provide for his family. He loved talking about the Lord and researching the Bible. He enjoyed spending time with his family, reminiscing with family and friends,

and he also enjoyed genealogy research..

Thomas was preceded in death by his parents Elder Hamilton Blevins and Elsie (Baker) Blevins; his first wife, Brenda Tackett

Blevins, his sisters Zula Taylor, Ruth Blankenship, Carol Zank, Eliza Miles, Daisy Mullins, Myrtle Blevins and Lenora Holt ;

Brothers Willie Blevins and Frank Blevins; and two infant siblings.

Survivors include his wife Peggy (Brown) Blevins; his sons, Thomas Edward Blevins II and wife Melinda–Dalton, GA, Hamilton Delmer Blevins and wife Melissa-Dalton, GA, Anthony Dwayne Blevins and wife Kathy–Chatsworth, GA , Aaron Lee Blevins and wife Kristie- Neon, KY, Ellis Ray Blevins and wife Kathy-Cromona, KY, Todd Adams and wife Tracy- Frankfort, KY; a daughter, Lula Lavonne Nichols and husband Dewayne-Seco, KY; 18 grandchildren; 12 great-grand-children; special nephews Dal Scimia and Stevie Holt; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Johnny Holbrook; and a host of beloved family and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Friday October 9, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Jimmie Hall officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday October 10, 2020 at the Blevins Cemetery–Haymond, KY where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of ThomasEdward Blevins.

ARMINTA GAIL MORGAN ROBERTS

POUND, VA - Gail Roberts, 75, entered peacefully into eternity Tuesday October 6, 2020 from her daughter's home in Abingdon, VA. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Gail was Christian of the Baptist faith and a member of Mt. ZionBaptist Church-Pound, VA. She held many jobs but her most important one was as a homemaker. Gail was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She loved sewing, embroidery, reading and going to church. But her greatest joy was taking care of her family. She treasured the time she spent with her kids and grandkids.

Gail was preceded in death by her husband Gary Roberts; her parents Earl Lewis Morgan and Edell (Potter) Morgan; her son Jonathan Roberts;her daughter, Libby Cantrell; brother, Phillips Morgan and her brother-in-law Donnie West.

Survivors include her daughters Angela Collins and fiancé Mark Osborne-Abingdon, VA and Charlene Tompkins and husband Reuben-Abingdon, VA; her grandchildren Brittany Roberts, Logan Collins, Lucas

Collins, Dakota Cantrell and wife Jodie and Colt Cantrell; her great-grandchildren Elijah (Bo) Roberts and Eden Roberts; sisters Kay West-Pound, VA and Kathy Kelly and husband Denny-Spotsylvania, VA; brothers Tim Morgan and wife Donna-Wise, VA and Ben Morgan and wife Sherry-Pound, VA; her son-in-law Randall Cantrell-Big Stone Gap,

VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

The family will receive friends at Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA on Thursday October 8, 2020 from 5:00pm till 7:00 pm. There will be a 7:00 pm evening service.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing Standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Friday October 9, 2020 at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church –Pound, VA with Reverend Troy Belcher officiating.

Burial will follow in the Roberts Cemetery-Pound, VA where Dakota Cantrell, Luke Collins, Logan Collins, Reuben Tompkins, Randall Cantrell and Mark Osborne will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Arminta Gail Roberts.

GLENITA JUNE BOWMAN

ARMINTA GAIL MORGAN ROBERTS

GLENITA JUNE BOWMAN

NORTON, VA- Glenita June "Nita" Bowman, 80, went to be with Lord Monday October 5, 2020 from Holston Valley Medical Center.

Born March 8, 1940, Nita was the daughter of the late James M. and Nellie (Short) Bowman. She was a Christain of the Baptist

Faith since the age of 18.Nita lived and worked in Arlington, VA and the Washington D.C. area for 35 plus years where she was a

bookkeeper for several business before retiring from Arlington Funeral Home in 1997 and moving back to Pound, VA. She loved people and was the happiest when she could lend a helping hand. Nita was an avid reader, enjoyed listening to music and loved watching her favorite football team the Washington Redskins (but recently was very disappointed with their results). She loved

children and thought of her nieces and nephews as her own.

Nita is preceded in death by her parents, James M. and Nellie (Short) Bowman; sisters, Lola Gilley, Ollie Boggs, Ruby Addington

and Beulah Phillips; brothers, Odus Bowman, Essie Bowman and Franklin Bowman.

Survivors include her sisters, Nola Carter and Dorlus Roberts both of Pound, VA; a brother, Garry Bowman and wife Jane- Ocala, FL; numerous nieces, nephew and cousins and a host of special

friends and beloved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Wednesday October 7, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Bill Craft and Reverend Danny Mullins officiation. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Thursday October 8, 2020 at the Mt Zion Cemetery- Pound, VA where nephews and family members will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home is serving the family of Glenita June "Nita" Bowman.

CURTIS RAY MULLINS

ARMINTA GAIL MORGAN ROBERTS

GLENITA JUNE BOWMAN

POUND, VA- Curtis Ray Mullins, 89, passed away Friday October 2, 2020

from the Johnson City Medical Center due to complications from surgery.

Curt was born May 30, 1931in Pound, VA to Friend and Lula Mullins where

grew up with his brother, Chester Lee Mullins. He attended Dotson School and

Pound High School. As a teen he loved spending his time playing basketball on

a competitive traveling team. In high school he was recruited by Adolph Rupp

who was the basketball coach for University of Kentucky at that time. He met

and married his hometown beauty, Shirley Lee Tunnell. Curt was the owner/

operator of C&C Trucking & Service Station with his brother Chester, he and

his wife were the owners of The Pixie Drive-In for 30 years, he worked in surface

mining and was a proud member of the UMWA. Curt and Shirley spend most

of their winters in Florida where they enjoyed fishing on the St. John's River

and tending to their fruit trees. Their summers were spent at their house on

Cherokee Lake in Tennessee.

After a fall in February 2018, Curt was confined to a wheelchair/scooter but

he didn't let his limited mobility slow him down or take him away from things

he enjoyed. He still mowed, tending to landscaping, driving himself to Dairy

Queen for a custard and most of all fishing. He caught his final fish on Cherokee

Lake on July 7, 2020. Curt loved his family, being a kind and dependable father

was of the utmost importance to Curt and he certainly did not disappoint when

it came to wholeheartedly loving his family.

Curt was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years. Shirley Mullins;

his parents, Friend and Lula (Cantrell) Mullins; brothers, Chester Mullins and

Jiles Roy Mullins.

Survivors include his sons, Donnie Mullins and wife Janie- Wise, VA and

Randy "Boot" Mullins and wife Tammy–Danville, WV: grandchildren CMDR

David Mullins and wife Heather-Peachtree City, GA, Brad Mullins and Amanda-

Wise, VA Kirsten Winfree- Danville, WV; great grandchildren, Colton Mullins,

Carlee Mullins, Cayden Mullins, Alli Mullins and Ana Winfree.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00pm Sunday October 4, 2020 in the

Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Stacy Potter officiating. The family will

receive friends from 6:00pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards.

Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the

funeral home

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am Monday October 5, 2020 at the

Jimmy Cantrell Cemetery- Pound, VA where family and friends will serve as pall-

bearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to

prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial donations be made to St. Judes

Childrens Hospital.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Curtis Ray Mullins

JANET LUJEAN ROOP

HELEN MARIE "SUSIE" COLLIER

POUND, VA- Janet Lujean (Fagan) Roop, 86, went to be with her Lord on Thursday October 1, 2020 from Pikeville Medical Center-Pikeville, KY. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Janet was a lifelong Christian of the Freewill Baptist faithand was a long-time member of Hamilton Chapel Church inPound. She enjoyed listening to gospel music, reading her Bible, watching QVC, quilting and going to Church and Masonic dinners. But her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Janet was preceded in death by her loving husband, Reverend Clyde E. Roop; her parents, Clarence Fagan and Flora Fagan Enicks; and her sisters Francis Lucas, Mildred Toney and Virginia Stone, all of West Virginia.

She is survived her three sons, Eddie Roop and wife Sally-Pound, VA, Joe Roop and wife Debbie-Sharps Chapel, TN and Dan Roop and wife Sandi-Norton, VA; grandchildren, Justin Roop and fiancé Dena-Bristol, VA,

Nick Roop and wife Lauren_Pound, VA, Jason Roop and wife Brittany-Englewood, CA, James Roop-Knoxville, TN,Haylee Roop and companion Richard Owens-Norton, VA and Dakota Roop-Norton, VA; great-grandchildren Katy Pease, Belle Roop, Jax Roop. Bre Harris and Addie Kelsey; sisters Betty Harvey and husband Curtis and Carol Kelley of West Virginia; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday October 5, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Greg Cyphers and Reverend Burns Robinson officiating. Visitation for friends will be held prior to the service from 5 pm till 7 pm.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday October 6, 2020 at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens-Big Stone Gap, VA where grandchildren will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friend are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Janet Lujean Roop.

HELEN MARIE "SUSIE" COLLIER

POUND, VA – Helen Marie "Susie" Collier, 61, passed peacefully into eternity Saturday September 26, 2020 from her residence. Her loving husband Audie was at her side.

Susie was a Christian of the Baptist faith, she attended Martha's Chapel. Susie was a loving wife, mother, grand-mother, sister, aunt and friend. She had remained heart-

broken since the death of her son Shawn. Susie treasured the time she spent with her family, especially her grand-daughter. Sarah who she raised. Susie enjoyed going to church and rededicated her life to the Lord after the loss of her son. She used to enjoy going to the lake and fishing.

Susie was preceded in death by her son Shawn Collier; and her parents Junior Keith Church and Charmie (Phillips) Church.

Survivors include her loving husband Audie Collier-Pound, VA; her granddaughter Sarah Collier-Pennington Gap, VA; sisters Geneva Rutherford and husband Donnie-Florida and

Patsy Adams and husband Bobby-Eolia, KY; brothers Paul Church and wife Doris-Jenkins, KY, Ronnie Church-Pound, VA and Randall Church-Pound, VA; sisters-in-law Vivian Collier-Pound, VA and Audrey Slemp and husband Jimmy-Pound, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Wednesday September 30, 2020 at the Dewey Memorial Cemetery with Reverend Jimmy Slemp officiating. Family members and friends will serves as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:45 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Martha's Chapel Church at 5901 Hale Gap Road Pound, VA 24279.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Helen Marie "Susie" Collier.

TERRI CLAUDETTE SHORTT

HELEN MARIE "SUSIE" COLLIER

BILLY SCOTT McANDERSON MULLINS

POUND, VA- Terri Claudette (Hunsucker) Shortt, 65, entered into eternity Wednesday September 23, 2020 from Princeton Community Hospital- Princeton, WV. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Terri was a Christian of the Freewill Baptist faith and attended Pyles Memorial Chapel. She was a loving wife, mother, grand-mother and friend. Terri was a stay mother and homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her family. Terri always had a smile and a kind word for everyone that she met. She enjoyed travelling with her husband Phillip, especially to visit her kids and grand kids. She also was very good at sewing and quilting.

Terri was preceded in death by her loving husband, Phillip Shortt; her parents, Doyle and Doris Jean (Engle) Hunsucker; and a brother, Gary Hunsucker

Survivors include her daughters, Heather Counts and husband Chris-Bluefield, WV and Vanessa Welch and husband Bill- Mineville, NY; grandchildren, Bailey Counts, Savannah Counts, Patrick Welch and MaKenna Welch; sisters- in law, Angela Hunsucker- Jenkins, KY, Gloria Collins-Shelbyville. IN and Trevia Powers-Pound, VA; special cousins Lena Stallard-Pound, VA and Yvonne Sowards-Pound, VA; and a host of beloved relatives and Friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Monday September 28, 2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until time of services.

We will be following state mandated occupancy and social distancing standards in the funeral home. Masks must be worn at all times and will not be provided by the family or the funeral home.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Tuesday September 29, 2020 at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens- Big Stone Gap, VA where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home- Pound, VA is serving the family of Terri Claudette Shortt.

BILLY SCOTT McANDERSON MULLINS

COEBURN, VA – Billy Scott McAnderson Mullins, 31, passed away

peacefully Thursday September 17, 2020 at Holston Valley Regional

Medical Center-Kingsport, TN after an extended illness. He was

surrounded by his loving family.

Billy was of the Freewill Baptist faith. He was an employee of Heritage

in Wise, VA working in the laundry department. Billy was a former EMS

technician with the Sandy Ridge Rescue Squad and Fire Department. He was a loving father, brother and son. He worked hard to provide for his kids. Billy enjoyed fishing, hunting, shooting guns and four-wheeling

He also liked to cook. But his kids were his world, he loved every

minute he had with them.

Billy was preceded in death by an infant son Jason Scott Mullins; his

mother Lecia Mullins and his grandparents Scott and Mary Mullins.

Survivors include his wife Kacee Mullins; his children Camdalynn

Rain Mullins, Jesse Scott Mullins, Alexandria Yates and William Yates;

his father Scott Mullins Jr.-Coeburn, VA; sisters Cassandra Mullins-

Coeburn, VA and Cynthia Mullins-Coeburn, VA his maternal grand-

parents Jim and Nevada Mullins-Coeburn, VA; numerous aunts, uncles

and cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday September 20,

2020 in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Lester Mullins

and Reverend Darrell Milgrim officiating The family will receive friends

from 5:00 pm until time of services.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday September 21,2020at the Mullins Family Cemetery on Brush Creek Road in Clintwood, VA where his uncles will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at Baker Funeral Home by 10:00 am to prepare to go in procession to the cemetery.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Billy Scott

McAnderson Mullins.

EMORY MARTIN GILLIAM

BILLY SCOTT McANDERSON MULLINS

GADA MAY NEWSOM VANDERFORD

POUND/WISE, VA – Emory Martin Gilliam, 81, passed

away peacefully at home in Wise, VA Thursday September

17, 2020 after an extended illness.

Emory was born near Ft. Blackmore in Scott County, VA

and raised on Dotson Creek near Wise, VA. He was employed

as a truck driver, a correctional officer for the Commonwealth

of Virginia and an electrician for Westmoreland Coal Company.

He enjoyed a simple life and was a very giving friend and

neighbor, but he also possessed a sharp wit and a great sense

of humor. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

A loving husband, father and brother, Emory was preceded

in death by his beloved and devoted wife Brenda Lou (Cantrell)

Gilliam; his parents, Whetsel Blair Gilliam and Verna

Lee (Mullins) Gilliam; a sister Joyce Allene Gilliam Byrd; and

brothers Silas Whetsel Gilliam and Clarence Eugene Gilliam.

Surviving are his son Everette Martin Gilliam and wife Lori

Anne Messer Gilliam-Wise, VA; granddaughter Allison Nicole

Gilliam-Wise, VA; two sisters Shirley June Gilliam Willis and

Bethel Joan Gilliam Young, both of Wise, VA; and numerous

cousins, nieces, nephews and assorted friends.

The family would like to express sincere appreciation to the

Caregivers of Intrepid Home health for the excellent care they

provided to Emory and for all the prayers and well wishes from

both family and friends.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Sunday

September 20, 2020 at the Eli Mullins Cemetery on Sock Hollow

Road in Pound, VA with Reverend Randy Carter officiating.

Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Family members and friends are asked to meet at Baker

Funeral Home by 12:45 pm to go in procession to the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your

choice in memory of Emory.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of

Emory Martin Gilliam.

GADA MAY NEWSOM VANDERFORD

BILLY SCOTT McANDERSON MULLINS

GADA MAY NEWSOM VANDERFORD

DUNCANVILLE, AL – Gada Mae Newsome Vanderford,

81, entered peacefully into eternity Saturday September 12,

2020 from the DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa,

AL. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Gada was a Christian of the Baptist faith. She was a loving

mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed the

time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Gada was preceded in death by her parents Samuel and Dollie

Newsom; an infant son; her grandson Brodie A. Jones; sisters

Katie Wright, June Taylor, Dorothy Pilkenton, and Cora Elkins;

brothers Theo Newsom, Sweet Newsom and Ivan Newsom; half

sister, Margaret "Marg" Mullins.

Survivors include her daughter Pam Beadle and husband

Bobby-Tuscaloosa, AL; her son Terry A. Jones -Duncanville,

AL; grandchildren Meaghan A. Jones and Cage A. Jones; sisters

Blanche Meade-Norton, VA and Janice Miller-New York;

half-brothers Freddie Newsom-Texas and Johnny Newsom-

Texas; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends

and loved ones.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00am Wednesday

September 16, 2020 at the Bentley-Newsom-Tackett Cemetery on

Old North Fork Road in Pound, VA with Reverend Randy Carter

officiating. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Family and

friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:45 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask for a donation be made to the

Alzheimer"s Association at www.alzfdn.org/donate or your local

animal shelter or rescue in Gade memory.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Gada

May Newsom Vanderford.

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Source: https://bakerfuneralhomepound.com/obituaries

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