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09/02/2026

Hazel Rogers Stafford of Valdosta, GA, formerly of Pearisburg, VA. went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Valdosta, GA. Hazel was born on July 21, 1936, in Montgomery County, VA and was a daughter of the late Luther Rogers and Nellie Linkous Rogers. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Jackie Rogers and husbands Toodle Ray and Wallace Stafford.

She is survived by her son, Bill Ray (Nicki) of Valdosta, GA, sister, Mary Holland, brother, Garnet Rogers and was loved and cherished by 4 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held Friday, September 4, 2026, at 11am at the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg, VA.

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

08/10/2026

Maxine Ellen Malchow Scott of Pearisburg, VA and Calabash, NC died on August 4, 2026 after an illness. She was born on June 12, 1947 in Montreal, Quebec Canada, the daughter of the late Max and Aneila Malchow. The family, including her infant brother Douglas moved to New Jersey in the United States in 1952, and was naturalized as a US citizen in 1958. Maxine graduated as Valedictorian from Hunterdon Central High School, Flemington, NJ in 1965 and was accepted to and attended MIT. In 1966 she married Walter C. Dolde Jr. and moved to Providence, RI to start a family. The family later moved to Pittsburgh, PA where she completed her undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. She worked for Gulf and later, when the family moved to Westport, Connecticut, she worked for GE. She received her MBA from the University of Connecticut and started her own company, Technical Marketing Research. Throughout her academic and career accomplishments Maxine also took loving care of her children Christine and willow, making home cooked meals, sewing matching outfits, making elaborate birthday cakes, and taking them to museums, plays, and hiking in the woods. After a divorce Maxine remarried a fellow engineer, Ray Scott, in 1991. Maxine and Ray moved to SW Virginia in 2003. Maxine switched careers and became an antiques dealer, having several shops in the area. Maxine and Ray enjoyed traveling in the early years of their marriage. Later they enjoyed the comfort of the beautiful wooded area of SW Virginia, reading books, working on crossword puzzles, and watching sports together. Maxine was a faithful and active member of the Newport Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Newport, VA. Maxine always enjoyed pets, both cats and dogs, gardening, cooking, and arts and crafts of all kinds. A craft that gave her much pleasure was making her own greeting cards and sending them to shut-in church members, friends that were sick, friends that were celebrating and just friends. In 2020 Ray and Maxine became Snowbirds, spending the winter in Calabash, NC.

Maxine is survived by her husband Ray Scott, children Christine Dolde (wife of Charles Jeffries), willow Dolde (parent of Liam Dolde and Allie Dolde), Jason Scott, Amanda Scott, brother Douglas Malchow (husband of Joan Malchow), and sisters-in-laws Raverne McLellan (wife of Edward McLellan) and Carolyn Burrier (wife of Steve Burrier), and Marilyn McAlack and the many warm friends she made in SW Virginia. A Memorial will be held for Maxine at 11:00 am on September 16th at the Newport Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Newport, VA. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the church.

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

08/05/2026

Melvin Lonzo Williams, Sr., 82 of Pearisburg, VA., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. Melvin was born on October 2, 1943, in Pembroke, VA. and was a son of the late Ray Williams and Geneva Bishop. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 grandson, Issac Saunders, 1sister, Thelma Williams and 1 brother, Raymond Williams.

Melvin was born and raised in Pembroke, VA. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a retired employee of the Celanese Corp. in Narrows. Melvin was a loving father and grandfather to his family and to his extended family and to anybody he met.

He is survived by his wife, Neal Williams of 59 years, of Pearisburg, 3 daughters, Lisa Saunders (Gerald) of Radford, Vicki Meadows of Pearisburg, Pamela Gulley (Carlos) of Christiansburg, 1 son, Melvin L. Williams, Jr. (Tijuanna) of Christiansburg, 9 grandchildren, Jasmine Anderson, Diamond Meadows, Raymond and Deymond Williams, Cole Meadows, Alia Saunders, Jianna Saunders, Joshua Williams, CJ Gulley and one great grandchild on the way, 4 brothers Ervin Williams (Alfreda) of Charleston, WV, Michael Williams of Pembroke, Larry Williams of Pembroke, Danny Williams (Missy) Pearisburg and special relatives and friends, Rachael Rozzel, Reda King, Teresa Houston, Douglas Hargro, Warren Williams (Rhonda), Chris Williams (Tonya), Bendy Shrader (David), Mary Carol and Janet Dickerson.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 12pm at the First Baptist Church in Pearisburg with the Rev. Michael Bratton, the Rev. Barbara Johnson, the Rev. Kay Dickerson, the Rev. Jenene Lewis and the Rev. Douglas Hargro officiating with burial following in the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at the church 1 hour before the service from 11 – 12pm.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Carilion New River Valley Hospice, especially Joelle, for their loving care and assistance.

Military Honors will be conducted by the U.S. Army Honor Guard and the American Legion Pembroke Post 311, Narrows Post 68 and Peterstown Post 145.

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

08/03/2026

Janice Ruth Gross Frye, 93 of Pearisburg, VA, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Janice was born on July 7, 1933, in Narrows, VA, and was a daughter of the late William Mack Gross and Cecelia Price Gross. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Ann Gross Chaney, Mary Jo Turner, Emogene Fisher and brother, Willard J. Gross

Janice was a member of LifePoint Giles in Pearisburg, was a member of the Ladies Auxilary of VFW Post 6000 as President and Treasurer for many years. She was a former employee of Litte Docs in Narrows, Ched’s in Pearisburg, B & B Stores in Narrows and worked for the American Greeting Card Co. keeping many stores in the local area stocked with greeting cards.

She is survived by 2 sons, Glenn William “G.W. Sheally, Jr. (Linda) of Roanoke, Franklin Todd Sheally of L.A., CA, 1 daughter, Connie Ruth Sheally Waldron of Pearisburg, 2 grandchildren, Donald Lee Waldron, Jeremy William Sheally, 1 great grandchild, Chloe Sheally and sister, Evelyn Elizabeth Gross Hale (Bobby) of Roanoke.

Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 2pm at the Givens Funeral Chapel in Pearisburg, VA with Pastor Bob Stockburger officiating. Burial will be conducted on Wednesday at 10am at the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 1 hour before the service from 1 – 2 pm.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to LifePoint Giles, 600 Tazewell St., Pearisburg, VA 24134 or Relay of Life of the New River Valley,

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

07/19/2026

Norman “Randy” Randall Falls, 73 of Ripplemead, VA., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the home of his son and daughter-in-law. Randy was born on December 5, 1952, in Pearisburg, VA, and was a son of the late Rueben Norman Falls and Nancy Louise Bowles. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Larry S. Falls.

He had many loves in his life. He enjoyed the beach, the outdoors, pig hunting, making jewelry out of stones he turned and polished himself. His kids, grandchildren and great grandchildren were his greatest joys. He loved to cook for his family. You would never see him without his sweet tea and chocolate around him.

He is survived by his son, Erick C. Falls (Peggy) of Ripplemead, 2 daughters, Jessie Nicole Rose (Chris) of New Castle, Erin Kimberley Wall of Blacksburg, 6 grandchildren, Brad, Heather Mclemore (Kenny), Madalyn and Cooper Rose, Ava and Ruby Wall, and 2 great grandchildren. Franklin Falls and McKenna McLemore and his significant other, Lucy Calderon of Ripplemead.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the Givens Funeral Chapel in Pearisburg at 4pm with Charles Henderson officiating. The family will receive friends at the Givens Funeral Home 1 hour before the service from 3 – 4 pm.

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

07/13/2026

Roger Stephen Balarzs, 85 of Pearisburg, VA., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at his home. Roger was born on February 4, 1941, in Kinball, WV, and was a son of the late Stephen Balarzs and Mary Louise Genza Balarzs. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Joyce Balarzs Wysong.

Roger was a graduate of Narrows High School and received his Bachlor’s Degree from Concord Collage. He was a longtime member of the Narrows Presbyterian Church, and lately has been attending the First Christian Church. He was a retired employee of the Celanese Corp. in Narrows with over 30 years of service. He volunteered his time at the Giles County Christian Service Mission for several years. He was also a longtime member of Intermont #269 masonic lodge in Narrows. He loved spending time on the creek banks fishing and on the mountain. He also loved working his garden and sharing his homegrown harvest.

He is survived by 2 daughters, Amy Balarzs Neal (Roger)of Tazewell, Anna Marie Balarzs of Pearisburg, 5 grandchildren, Kyle Collier (Maria), Stephen Collier, Andrew Collier (Katie), Rachel Chapman, Adam Chapman, niece, Tammy Lewis and a nephew, Timmy Wysong.

A graveside service will be held Friday, July 17, 2026, at 2pm at the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg, VA with Pastor Sharon Price Emory officiating.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Medi Hospice for their loving care and support.

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

07/11/2026

Frank Bryan Strader, Jr., of Pearisburg, VA, joined his Heavenly Father and family July 8, 2026. After 91 years, he was ready for his eternal home. Frank was born on March 21, 1935, in Pearisburg and was a son of the late Frank Bryan Strader, Sr. and Grace Mae Swindell Strader. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Elizabeth Anne Jones Strader and 2 sisters, Barbara S. Nichols and Sarah S. Howard.

Frank had many titles, descriptions, and interests. He was a son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, friend, neighbor, UMC member and lay speaker, FFA student, Virginia Tech cadet and graduate, 1rst Lieutenant USAF radar operator, husband, father, farmer, apple and peach orchardist, Cooperative Weather Observer, BCC farm manager, representative for VA SWCC / DCR, advocate for Extension, poet, artist, inventor, engineer, musician, comedian, teacher. He was dependable, supportive, witty, intelligent, caring, creative, a problem solver and never stopped inquiring and searching for answers. We love you Daddy, Bryan & Cindy

He is survived by his daughter, Cynthia Parker Strader of Pearisburg, son Frank Bryan Strader, III of Pearisburg, nieces and nephews, Susan Norris (Bobby) of Culpeper, Mary Schelin of Stafford, Sid (Betsy) Howard of Fayetteville, WV, Jim (Kemp) Anders of Fairfax, Bill (Lori) Anders of Nashville, NC, Ted (Donna) Anders of Catlett, Lynn Briel of Williamsburg, Gary Jones (Tammy) of Warner Robins, GA and Harold Jones, Jr. (Bea) of Poinciana, FL.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 18. 2026, at 2pm at the Givens Funeral Chapel in Pearisburg, VA. with the Rev. Terri Gregory and Charles Henderson officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 1 hour before the service from 1 – 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either Pleasant Hill Church, Pastor Terri Gregory or contact the Giles County Virginia Cooperative Extension Office for areas of support.

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

07/08/2026

Luther Bane Stafford, Jr., 67 of Pearisburg, VA. went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at his home. Bane was born on October 27, 1958, in Pearisburg and was a son of Eleanor Woodyard Stafford

and the late Luther Bane Stafford, Sr. Besides his father, he was preceded in death by a special cousins, Susan Sadler and Dottie King.

Bane was born and raised on the family farm on Sugar Run outside of Pearisburg. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and shooting. He loved his family, grandchildren and friends. He was a retired employee of the Celanese Corp. in Narrows with over 30 years of service.

Besides his mother Eleanor, he is survived by the mother of Michael and Shane, Kathy Stafford of Pearisburg, Michael Bane Stafford (Aimee) of Crafton, MD, Shane Stafford (Jessica) of Pearisburg, 3 grandchildren, Jacob Stafford, Ella Stafford, Weston Stafford, and special cousins, Rick Stafford (Robin), Sherry Legard and Linda Grissom (Kevin) and her son, Stephen Grissom and Susan Sadler’s daughter, Amanda Osborne (Nick) and Susan’s husband William Sadler and special friends, W.T. Price, Dooley Price and their family and cousins, Diane Capps and Connie Turlington and Jerry and Shelly Williams.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 7pm at the Thesslia Church in (Sugar Run) Pearisburg, VA., with Charles Henderson officiating. The family will receive friends at the church 1 hour before the service from 6 – 7pm. A private family burial will follow on Friday at 10am at the Peck Cemetery (Sugar Run)

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

06/23/2026

Elinda Bird Elliott, 70 of Pearisburg, VA., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Linda was born on August 3, 1955, in Narrows, VA., and was the daughter of the late Douglas James Stevens and Lucille Clemmons. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant brother, Steven Stevens.

She was a former employee of the Oxford Sewing Factory in Pearisburg and a former employee of the Celanese Corp. in Narrows. Linda loved going to the beach, her dogs, was the chaperon and taxi driver for all of her grandchildren and was a diehard Alabama music fan.

She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Donald Edward Elliott, daughter, Kimberly Snider (Estil) of Pearisburg, son, Sam Bird, Jr. (Holly Goodnough) of Coeburn, 8 grandchildren, Jordan McGuyer (Makenna), Logan McGuyer, Logan Snider (Autumn), Kelsey Snider (Alicia), Micanna Harrell (Austin), Ashleigh Call, Zachary Bird, Chloe Bird and 7 great grandchildren, Hallie, Tucker, Eastin, Addy, Hudson, baby McGuyer, Rylan, Kayden and Colton.

As per Linda’s wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no service.

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

06/09/2026

On June 5th, 2026, Richard Thomas Legard left this world to join his family, friends and pets who had left this world before him and prepared the most joyful reunion ever imaginable. I can’t say I am not a little jealous, but I know that one day we will all be together again and have that same joy.

Richard was born on February 6, 1953, in Pearisburg, VA to the late Robert Hope Legard and Edith Redmon Legard. He graduated from Augusta Military School and New River Community College. He retired from Volvo after more than 30 years, but continued to work at Norton Transport in Dublin, Va, where he did what he loved best. Be around people, solve problems and fix things and most of all drive big trucks. He was quick to make friends and always knew exactly who to call to ask a question or get what he needed to get the job done. You would never hear Richard say “That ain’t my job,” and would dive headfirst into any project or problem and see it through to the end.

Helping people was his priority. Whether someone needed kind words of encouragement, help with a problem or even financial help, Richard was there for anyone needing help. On February 1st, 1978, he joined the Giles Rescue and Lifesaving Squad where he spent over 48 years helping people. It was there that he met the love of his life, Sherry Stafford.

He and Sherry were married in 1985, and for over 40 years lived a fairy tale life of fixing up their old home, old cars, and old truck. His pride and joy was the 1973 Peterbilt that together they turned it into a rolling masterpiece. On YouTube, search for Richard Legard-Rolling CB interview from Big Rig Videos

Richard was predeceased by his parents, brother Robert Hope Legard and father-in-law, Joe Stafford. He is survived by his wife Sherry, sisters, Kaye Thurman of Georgia, Mary Waldrop (Hank) of Florida and Bill (Sara) of Florida. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Betsy Stafford, brother and sister-in-law, Rick and Robin Stafford, all of Pearisburg. He also leaves behind his very best friend, David and Sandy Akers of Narrows. He also leaves behind his beloved pets, Diesel, hunter, mike, Carol and Krissy who gave him so much joy and comfort.

Per Richard’s wishes, there will be no services, but a private family gathering at a later date.

He wanted to be remembered as a helper to all and to honor his memory, please consider a donation to the Giles Lifesaving and Rescue Squad in his memory.

My dear, this is not a goodbye, but a see you again one day

The family is being served by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg, (540) 921-1650; online at givensfuneralhome.com.

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