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08/12/2026

Grief can feel like walking an unfamiliar path, but you were never meant to walk it alone. This verse reminds us that strength and courage are possible, even in our hardest seasons. May it bring you comfort today.

08/12/2026

John “Bobby” Robert Arrington, Sr., 88, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. He was born on April 3, 1938, to the late Zachary Taylor Arrington and Emma Pearl Franklin Arrington. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Mary Arrington; brothers, Charles Arrington, James...

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08/10/2026

Barbara Gentry Conner, 93, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 8, 2026. Barbara was born in Pelham, NC on December 3, 1932 to the late Mary Ella McDowell Tate and the late Ollie Jack Gentry. She was also predeceased by her loving husband of many years, Mr. Ernest “Johnny” Reed Conner....

08/10/2026

Mrs. Betty Anne Jordan Davis, 79, of Danville, VA, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Lewis Gale Medical Center, Salem, VA. Mrs. Davis was born July 24, 1947, in Danville, Virginia. She was the son of the late Charles Wesley Jordan and the late Virginia Mildred McDowell Jordan.

Mrs. Da...

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08/10/2026

Honorably discharged veterans are often eligible for custom military headstones, U.S. burial flags, and burial allowances. Our team is ready to help you understand your veteran’s benefits and assist with all the necessary arrangements. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.norrisfuneral.com/services/honoring-veterans

08/08/2026

Robert Dale “Dobie” Barker, 69, passed away peacefully at his residence after a long illness, on August 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Danville, VA on March 3, 1957 to the late Mary Elizabeth Wright Barker and the late Robert Lee Barker. He is survived by his loving wif...

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08/07/2026

On National Purple Heart Day, we pause to honor the service members wounded or fallen in defense of our country. The Purple Heart represents courage, sacrifice, and a debt we can never fully repay. Today and every day, we remember them with deep gratitude and respect.

08/07/2026

Norma Jean Richardson Howell, 79, passed away on August 5, 2026. Norma was born in Danville, VA on January 23, 1947 to the late Nannie Simmons Richardson and the late Norman William Richardson. She is survived by her loving husband of many years, Mr. Butch Howell.

Norma Jean was of the Bapti...

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08/06/2026

B. Norman Shelton of Danville, VA, passed away on August 5, 2026, at the age of 85 after a 3-week decline in health. He was born on July 29, 1941, to the late Stella Daniel Shelton and Beverly Cable Shelton. He was married to the love of his life for 64 years, Shelby Holley Shelton, who survives him...

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08/06/2026

Bobby Ray McMillan, age 73, of Danville, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his residence on August 5, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Mr. McMillan was born on March 30, 1953, to the late Thelma McMillan and Philip Nichols.

Bobby spent most of his life in the Danville area where he ...

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