Mary Byrd Quesenberry, age 92 of Pulaski, died Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at her residence.  She was born on October 20, 1932, in Wythe County, and was the daughter of the late Sally Byrd and Bill Byrd.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter and son-in-law, Wanda and Jimmy Blevins:  five brothers, and two sisters, and a grandchild: Freda Semones. She is survived by her husband, Arvil Quesenberry of Pulaski: a son, Robert F. (Judy) Newman of...

Jo Jean McCoy Coker, age 84 of Pulaski County, died Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.  She was born on February 14, 1940, and was the daughter of the late Ruth Maria Sparks McCoy and the late Richard McCoy.  She was a retired secretary at Radford Army Ammunition Plant.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband James “Jim” Coker. Born on Valentine’s Day, Jo was definitely a rose from heaven, sassy and...

Collen Byrd Riggs, 94, of Roanoke and formerly of Pulaski, entered into the presence of her Lord on Friday, April 5, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Laurin and Faye Byrd and brother, Bobby Byrd. She was a member of Clearbrook Baptist Church and a dedicated pastor’s wife for 42 years.  She was an encourager in her walk with Christ and a Godly example in exemplifying her strong faith. Surviving is her husband of 79 years, the Rev. John Riggs; three daughters,...

Drexel Lyons, of Pulaski, passed away peacefully on April 1,2024 at his home with family by his side & his long-time little dog Zoey. To my amazing Dad, my hero, I want to say thank you. Thank you for being there for me every step of the way. Thank you for your guidance, your support, and your unwavering love. I can never put into words how much you mean to me, but I hope this tribute comes close. Drexel was born in Pulaski County on May 25, 1931, to the late Walter Martin Lyons &...

 Eula Mae Meredith Hughes, 78 of Pulaski, died Sunday evening March 24, 2024, at Pulaski Hospital with her nephew James Edward "Eddie" Hughes and his wife as reading her the word and praying over her.  Eula Mae spent her life here on "The Loop" being a doting loving and devoted housewife to her late husband Roger Douglas "Doug" Hughes. Eula Mae was loved by so many here in our community and our small neighborhood, and those of this community and...

Walter Benjamin (Benny) Keister, Sr. 83, of Dublin, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 23, 2024. He  was born March 13, 1941, and was the first baby born at the, then new, Radford Community Hospital. He was a graduate of ETSU (bachelors) and Radford University (masters). Benny served as Delegate to the VA General Assembly (2000-2005), as Mayor of Dublin (1989-1999), as an educator in numerous Virginia schools, as a Magistrate for the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office,...

John William White, Sr., age 84 of Pulaski, died Saturday, March 2, 2024 at his residence.  He was born on April 23, 1939 in Pulaski County, and was the son of the late Georgia Madeline Pagan White and the late Frank Benjamin White, Sr.  John retired after many years of service, as a supervisor for the Pulaski Furniture Corp. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers:  Ralph White, Sterling White, and Frankie White:  four sisters; Beulah...

Judy Carter passed away into the presence of her Lord and Savior on March 2, 2024 and now beholding Him in all of His glory.  Judy is predeceased by her parents, brother and her husband of 40 years.  She will be remembered by her dear niece Anne, her first cousins Jane, Martha, Libbie, Sarah and Glenn and Andy, as well as many other cousins, and dear longtime friend Glenda. The first cousins began a tradition in 2006 to have a “cousins camp” every year to keep in touch...

Roger Wayne Gravley, age 77 of Pulaski, died Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Lewis Gale Hospital – Pulaski.  He was born on January 31, 1947, and was the son of the late Roby William Gravley and the late Nellie Horton Gravley.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons:  Johnny Wayne Gravely and Ronald Wayne Gravely:  a brother; David Gravley.  He is survived by a son:  Donald “Donnie” W. Gravely of Pulaski, half-brother:...

Kevin Jay Freeman, II, age 53 of Fairlawn died recently at his home.  There will be no funeral services.  Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski.  www.seaglefuneralhome.com  540-980-1700