Castlewood Funeral Home

08/26/2026

CASTLEWOOD, VIRGINIA – Freida Marshall, 75, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Virginia.

She was born in Rose Hill, Virginia, the daughter of the late Ray and Lillian Lowe Poore. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-two years, Bob...

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08/25/2026

Join us as we remember Dolly Parton, who passed away today.

Dolly Parton didn’t just make music — she made sure her success reached back to lift others up. That’s a legacy worth remembering.

Her voice touched generations, but so did her generosity. Through her music, philanthropy, and lifelong commitment to helping others, Dolly showed us that a meaningful life is measured not only by what we achieve, but by what we give back.

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08/25/2026

DANTE, VIRGINIA – William Harrison Hale, Sr., 80, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026.

He was born in Trammel, Virginia, the son of the late Charles and Nannie Hale. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Martin Hale; his second wife, Arlene Raines Hale; one son, Bill; and one s...

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08/25/2026

ST. PAUL, VIRGINIA – Patricia L. Ward, 87, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026, at her home.

She was born in Norton, Virginia, the daughter of the late Edward J. and Jeanette Bright Lunsford. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-five years, James Aubrey Ward; one son, James A...

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08/21/2026

CASTLEWOOD, VIRGINIA – Mary Evelyn Salyer, 101, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at her home.

She was born in Cranes Nest, Virginia, the daughter of the late Leonard and Minnie Johnson Linkous. She was preceded in death by her husband, James D. Salyer; four sisters, Bessie Castle, M...

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08/20/2026

Funeral Director Truths #2:

Long before the service starts,
we're watching forecasts.
Do we need umbrellas?
Extra water?
Shade?

Families have enough on their minds. We want them focused on honoring their loved one,
not worrying about the weather.

08/19/2026

Cremation is not a one-size-fits-all decision.

Families have many options when it comes to honoring a loved one through cremation, from simple arrangements to personalized services and meaningful memorials. Our team is here to answer questions, explain choices, and help each family create a tribute that feels right for them.

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08/16/2026

This month in “Remembering Their Story” we’re looking back at the King himself - Elvis Presley, who passed away on August 16, 1977.

Behind the fame, friends and family remembered a man who never forgot where he came from. Elvis was known for quiet, spontaneous generosity—gifting cars, homes and even cash to people he barely knew.

His funeral was held at Graceland two days after his death. Thousands of fans came to pay their respects, and an estimated 80,000 people lined the route as the funeral procession traveled through Memphis to Forest Hill Cemetery. He was later laid to rest in Graceland’s Meditation Garden, where people from around the world still visit today.

Every August, fans continue to gather at Graceland to celebrate his life—a reminder that how we’re remembered often has less to do with what we accomplished and more to do with how we made people feel.

💛 What’s a story you’d want people to tell about you?

08/16/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Amanda! 🎂

Please join us in wishing Amanda Harris a very happy birthday! We’re grateful to have Amanda as part of the our family and hope her day is filled with plenty of happiness, celebration, and all her favorite things.

Happy Birthday, Amanda! We hope it’s a great one! 🥳🎈

08/14/2026

Funeral Director Truths #27: We can tie a necktie faster than a NASCAR pit crew.

It is one of those little skills that comes with the job. Whether it is helping a family member before a service or making sure every detail looks just right, funeral directors are always ready to step in where needed.