Seagle Funeral Home

06/24/2026

Johnny Ray Long, age 68 of Dublin, died Sunday, June 14, 2026, at his residence. He was born on August 8, 1957, and was the son of the late Earl Long and Beatrice Taylor Long. He was a housekeeping supervisor at Virginia Tech.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Billy Long and Ricky Long: sisters; Thelma Spaulding and Sue Helton.

He is survived by his son: Jamie (Angela) Long:: daughters Christy (Casey) Epperley, Courtney Long. Step-children: Janet (Matthew) Frost, Wendy (Drake) Anderson, Donnie (Christal) Kidd: Special friend; Debbie McPeak: extended family; Stacie Adkins, Tonya (Darren) Quesenberry, Beth (Matthew) Wells, Kix Brusseau, and Haiden Quesenberry. Also survived by eleven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Private funeral services were held Friday, June 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Seagle
Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be sent to www.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700

06/17/2026

Hunter Clay Seagle, age 23 of Dublin, died Sunday June 14, 2026. He was born on April 22, 2003, in Morehead City, North Carolina, and is the son of Sharon Kekahili Lewis Seagle and Johnathan Craig Seagle. He was a graduate of Pulaski County High School in the class of 2022. He was also a member of the VFW Post 6660 Auxiliary, with his veteran grandparents. He was an employee of Volvo in Dublin, since September 6, 2023. Hunter was always a great lover of God’s animals.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Charles Lewis. He is survived by his parents: Sharon Kekahili Lewis Seagle and Johnathan Craig Seagle: brothers; Michael W. (Makenzie) Seagle and John C. Seagle, II. His girlfriend; Jada Dean: his maternal grandmother, Karen Lewis, and his paternal grandparents; Debbie Craig Seagle and George Hoilman Seagle. He has two uncles; Josh Lewis and Matt Seagle, along with too many loving friends throughout his 23 years to mention.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Seagle Funeral Home with Anthony Akers officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael, John, Josh, Matt, David, Darius.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of donations to the Humane Society of the New River Valley 221 Broad Street Dublin, Virginia 24084. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700

06/05/2026

Wayne Thomas Grier, age 62 of Pulaski, died Friday morning, June 5, 2026 at his residence. Arrangements are pending with Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. www.seaglefuneralhome.com 540-980-1700

06/05/2026

Mardia Tinsley Bradley Long, age 70 of Pulaski, died Wednesday evening, June 3, 2026 at her home. She was born in Bristol, TN on August 17, 1955 and was the daughter of the late Edna Sue Wright Bradley and the late Tinsley Penick Bradley.

Mardia attended King College in Bristol, TN and Virginia College of Medicine in Richmond, VA, where she received a degree in Physical Therapy. Throughout her career she provided physical therapy care to countless children and adults in multiple settings. She loved her work and strived to provide the best possible care to all her patients.

Mardia was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Pulaski where she directed the church choir, played handbells, directed youth Christmas plays and helped with other youth programs. She loved to sing and play instruments. She enjoyed spending time in nature, hiking, and camping. She was cherished by her friends and family for her warmth and wonderful sense of humor. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Mardia is survived by her husband, Barry Long; her sons, Bradley David (Jessica) Long, and Andrew Morgan (Lauren) Long; her daughter, Tinsley Elizabeth Long; her sister, Sujean Bradley; and her granddaughters, Susan, Virginia, Aziza, and Erin. The family would like to thank the entire Gentiva Hospice staff and members of Caregiver Placement Services who helped in caring for Mardia, especially Jennifer, Laurie, Lindsay, Dana, Eden, Cindy, and Alexis.

Memorial service will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Graham Mitchell officiating. There will be a reception immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to First Presbyterian Church at P.O. Box 824, Pulaski, VA, 24301, or Parkinson Research Foundation at https://parkinsonhope.org/ways-donate/. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700

05/26/2026

Roselma Ruth Howard Whitaker, age 82 of Dublin, died Monday evening, May 25, 2026 at Lewis Gale Hospital – Pulaski. She was born on December 11, 1943 in Richlands, VA, and was the daughter of the late Edna Marie Willis Howard, and the late Eugene Scott Howard. Roselma was a member of the Dublin United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Richard Whitaker Sr., brothers Jack Howard and George Howard, and a daughter-in-law, Lebreska Vest Whitaker.

She is survived by her daughter, Marjorie Atkins (Joe) and her sons: James Whitaker, Jr. and William (Mack) Whitaker. She is also survived by three grandchildren: Brandon Atkins, Alexander Whitaker (Chloe) and Amelia Whitaker; and one great grandchild: Jonah Whitaker.
Roselma loved her God and her family.

She enjoyed traveling before she lost her mobility. She made a home away from home at Highland Ridge Rehab Center in Dublin for almost six years. While there she was the President of the Resident’s Council and participated in many of the activities and Bible studies. Roselma was famous for slipping notes or cards to family members and her friends at Highland Ridge with some of her favorite Bible verses included in them. She treasured her friendships with other residents and many of the staff at Highland Ridge.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 28 at 11:00 am at Dublin United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Don Shelor officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting ww.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700

05/24/2026

Leslie Elizabeth “Beth” Harrison, age 53 of Dublin, died Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center. She was born in Radford on September 23, 1972, and was the daughter of the late Wanda Lea Moye Harrison and the late Charles William Harrison. Beth, as she was known to all, was a dedicated Certified Nurses Assistant. Her favorite professional football team was the Green Bay Packer, and she loved to watch WWE Wrestling.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by grandchildren; Anthony Liam Bowden and Angel Dawn Bowers, and her mom Krystal Akers.

She is survived by: two sons; Douglas T. (Christen) Bowers, and Joshua (Hannah) W. Bowers: daughters; Casey E. Duncan; Kayla Hayes: brother; Mark (Karin) W. Harrison: sisters; Tammy Akers and Kim Stoots: grandchildren; Peyton, Johnathan, Vance, Oliver, Anthony and Karter: 1 nephew; Nathan Harrison: close friends; Sandra Dalton, and Shelby Pauley, along with may cousins.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at Riverview Church of God, 2703 Wysor Highway, Draper, Va 24324, with Pastor Eddie Dalton officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Flowers are appreciated, but for those who wish, may make memorial contributions in Beth’s memory to the National Kidney Foundation or to the Statesville Dialysis Center of Wake Forest University . Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700

05/22/2026

Lynda Joann Presley Smith, age 85 of Pulaski, died Thursday, May 21, 2026 at her residence. Arrangements are pending with Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. www.seaglefuneralhome.com 540-980-1700

05/20/2026

REMINDER OF FUNERAL

Ronald Jean Blevins, age 70, of Dublin, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, after a short illness. He was born November 9, 1955, in Pulaski, Virginia, and was the son of the late Jacob Avery Blevins and Mamie Lea Wyatt Blevins.

Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m at Dublin United Methodist Church with the Rev. Don Shelor officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700

Seagle Funeral Home in Pulaski, VA provides funeral, memorial, aftercare, preplanning, and cremation services to our community and the surrounding areas.

05/20/2026

Donald Edward Copenhaver, age 91 of Pulaski, died Sunday, May 17th at his
residence.

Don was a man of service. He served this country in the Korean conflict. He then went on to devote himself to his wife, Mary Lou he married in 1957, whom he adored. He dedicated close to 30 years at Volvo Truck Plant, only leaving to care for Mary Lou who had become gravely ill. Later, he gave 52 years to First United Methodist Church in Pulaski and his community, including multiple mission trips abroad, among them to Belize.

Don had an uncanny ability to impact the lives of others when their paths crossed.
Interactions with Don would leave people feeling like they truly mattered and he
genuinely cared for them. Above all else, Don led his children and grandchildren to
Christ. Church and Jesus were not an option with Don.

He is survived by his son, Mark Copenhaver, and daughter Michele Yarhouse; husband Doug, grandchildren Amanda Moale; husband Ryan, Jenna Garavaglia; husband Michael, Nathaniel Yarhouse, Ella Yarhouse, and Ben Yarhouse; and great-grandchildren Brianna, Michael Jay, and Bennett.

Celebration of life will be held Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Josh Kilbourne officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700

05/19/2026

John Allen Worrell, age 64 of Dublin, died Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the University of Virginia Hospital. He was born on February 6, 1962 in Pulaski, and was the son of the late Shirley June Tickle Worrell and the late William Thomas Worrell. He was a self employed distributor for Little Debbie.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Melvin L. Lyons.

He is survived by his wife: Melinda Lyons Worrell: son; Dylan T. Worrell: daughter; Tara W. Worrell: brothers; James T. (Jeannie) Worrell, Timothy L. Worrell, and Jeffery S. (Marcie) Worrell: mother-in-law: Carolyn R. Lyons: special aunt; Sandra R. Painter.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Seagle Funeral Home, with Pastor Terry Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Newbern Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Flowers will be appreciated, but for those who wish to make a memorial donation in his memory, may do so to the charity of your choice.

Online condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. 540-980-1700