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09/13/2025

Callie B. Shelton, 79, of Martinsville, Virginia, transitioned to her heavenly home on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born on December 27, 1945, in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late Matthew Redd and Ella Mae Kidd Redd.

Callie was a 1964 graduate of Albert Harris High School and achieved a career as a private certified nursing assistant at multiple places where she was able to show them compassion and care to help heal their bodies and their spirits. Callie deeply loved her family and was able to teach them those same traits as they grew up, giving them a heart of compassion with a helpful spirit in all the things they do now. Her passion for life and love lives on through her children, and the many lives that she was able to touch throughout. Callie will be remembered for the way her life was lived, and for the profound impact it had on the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing her. Callie found joy laughing with her friends and spending precious time with her grandkids.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Todd Shelton of Roanoke, Virginia; daughter, Tonya Scott of Charlotte, North Carolina; sister, B. Marie Moore of Midlothian, Virginia; grandchildren, Vance “VJ” Taylor, Jr and Haylie Scott of Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as many family, and friends.

The funeral will be held Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Wright’s Funeral Service Chapel. Interment will follow at the Carver Memorial Gardens in Martinsville, Virginia. A visitation will be held before the funeral service at 11:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be made to Hospice House of Cabarrus County, can also cash app $TeeYvonne. 100 % of the proceeds go to support Tucker Hospice House, where they took tremendous care of Callie.

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09/13/2025

Wilhelmina L. Foster, 82, of Martinsville, Virginia, entered into her eternal life on Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was born September 1, 1943, in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late William S. Foster and Sophia E. Foster.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Peggy Foster Winfield.

Wilhelmina was a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Martinsville, Virginia and loved God and all his servants. She attended Albert Harris High School and attended Virginia Union University, Richmond, Virginia, received her BA from Eastern Michigan University, her MS from Radford University, and her PhD from Madison University. Wilhelmina had a passion for teaching and was appreciated by her students. She found great joy spending time with those she loved and passed that along to all her family and friends.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Maria Betts-Moody; sons, Raymond Blair Randolph, III, Dr. William Churchill Randolph (Veraine), and David Alexander Randolph
(Felecia), brother; George H. Foster; nine grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held Monday, September 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Wright Funeral Chapel. A visitation will be held a half-hour before the service. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Mt Zion Missionary Baptist Church at 2700 Soapstone Rd, Ridgeway, VA 24148.

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09/12/2025

Louise Maria O’Brien Nelson, 77, of Martinsville, Virginia, transitioned to her heavenly home on Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was born on January 19, 1948, in Waterbury, Connecticut, to the late John Francis O’Brien and Louisa Maria Petro O’Brien.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas O’Brien.

Louise was of the Roman Catholic faith with a very giving, caring, and loving nature that was evidenced in her care of others. Louise was a 1969 graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Nursing, where she found her passion and love for helping others. Her career as a registered nurse spanned for forty-five years. She found the highlight of her career to be working in the Oncology Department of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. It was here that she cared for terminally ill patients who desired to donate their bodies to science. Louise spent time as a home health IV nurse, a health line nurse, and ultimately teaching at a nursing school in Falls Church, Virginia. She was an avid reader and loved gaining knowledge from books. She even tricked her son into reading at an early age.

Louise was gifted in helping others, but she found her greatest joy in being with her family. Her legacy of love and faith will long be remembered by those who loved and knew her. She is survived by her husband, Peter “Pete” Allen Nelson; sons, Peter M. Nelson (Tracy) and their child, Brinna; Thomas “Tommy” Nelson (Amy) and children, Annabelle, Halden and Haley; David “Dave” Nelson (Erica) and their child, Zinnia.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to all family and friends for their show of love and condolences in this time of loss.

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09/12/2025

Matthew Douglas Ingram, 47, of Ridgeway, Virginia, entered into his eternal rest Monday, September 8, 2025. He was born September 12, 1977, in Martinsville, Virginia to Douglas Albert Ingram (Kathy Trout) and Sylvia Stephens Winn Queen (Robert “Bobby” Queen).

He was preceded in death by his son, Richard “Austin” Ingram.

Matthew was of the Christian faith and attended Ayersville Baptist Church, Mayodan, North Carolina. He attended Magna Vista High School and worked many years in the restaurant industry. Matthew was a good-hearted, giving man who loved his children and their mother. He was known for helping others before he would do for himself. He had a large personality and loved to crack jokes with his friends and family. One of his favorite pastimes was fishing with his best friend, Allen.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Mattie Ingram and Riley Ingram, as well as their mother, Amber Ingram; brother, Thomas “Tommy” Ingram (Angie); stepbrother, Wesley Queen (Teresa); lifelong friend, Allen Saunders. He is also survived by his aunt, Sandy Hill (Dean); cousins, Adam Hill, Bryan Hill; and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Wright Funeral Service Chapel with Pastor Tony Gray and Pastor Randy Jessup officiating.

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09/10/2025

Anthony France, 78, of Martinsville, Virginia, transitioned from this earthly life Thursday, September 4, 2025. He was born May 25, 1947, in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late Clarence France and Virginia Dandridge Bell.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, John France and Curtis France; and stepmother, Christine France.

Anthony was of the Christian faith and a member of New Life in Christ. He was a man of many interests who was content with the simple things in life that were meaningful. He loved the outdoors and could often be found at the beach or fishing. He enjoyed racing, listening to great music, cooking delicious home-cooked meals, and watching oldie television shows. But above all of these things, Anthony was a father, brother, and grandfather who loved his family and enjoyed making memories with each of them.

His legacy of love and kindness has been left to a host of family and friends including his daughter, Terrie Finney; stepdaughter, Jessica Towler (Billy); son, Tracy France (Jessica); stepson, Justin Shrader (Kelsea); sister, Regenia Spencer; grandchildren, Tangela Miller, Travese France, Talon France, Jagger France; step-grandson, Nicholas Towler; and the love of his life, Cindy Shrader. He leaves behind his beloved pet, Jax Master.

A memorial service will be held Friday, September 12, 2025, at 6:30 PM at Wright Funeral Service Chapel with Pastor A.C. Palmer officiating. Visitation will be held one-half hour prior to the service.

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrightfuneralservices.net.

09/10/2025

Sidney “Sid” Floyd Graham, 64, of Bassett, Virginia, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus Friday, September 5, 2025. He was born December 12, 1960, in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late William L’Kannah Graham, Jr. and Mywood Vester Dodson Graham.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 41 years, Elizabeth Elaine McMillan Graham.

Sid was of the Christian faith and a member of Faith Baptist Church, where he found a loving faith community. His faith was of utmost importance to him, and it was evident in the way he lived his life to honor God. He graduated from J.D. Bassett High School, class of 1979, and worked over 35 years as a lead mechanic at GR Chevrolet in Bassett as a shop foreman. His hard work ethic and dedication to his job resulted in him being listed as one of the top 20 mechanics with GM in the country. He was also a certified master Chevrolet technician. His accomplishments and accolades, however, paled in comparison to the great love he had for his family. As a loyal husband, father, and grandfather, he led by example and demonstrated the love of God to others.

His legacy of love and faith will forever be remembered by his family and all those who knew and loved him. Those left to cherish and honor his memory are his daughters, Christy Spencer (Jon), Telissa Hunt (Maurice), Alisha Hylton (Tim); son, Jason Graham (Lauren); sisters, Jo Ann Howell (Billy), Marie Graham Crawford (Randy); brother, George Wayne Graham (Patricia), and nine grandchildren, Josh, Alexis, Allison, Madison, Tristan, Hudson, Nora, Ava, and Logan.

A funeral will be Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Faith Baptist Church, located at 348 Clarence Martin Road, Bassett, Virginia, 24055, with Pastor David Towler officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Roselawn Burial Park in Martinsville, Virginia.

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09/06/2025

Louise Yvonne Dixon Neblett, 83, of Martinsville, Virginia, transitioned from her earthly life Friday, September 5, 2025. She was born August 12, 1942, in Bluefield, West Virginia, to the late James H. Dixon and Lillie Wimbush Dixon.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Bernice Gilbert, Magdalene Baker, and Thelma Gean Vaugh.

Louise was of the Christian faith and a member of Fresh Start Ministries. She attended school in Patrick County and was a dedicated employee for 20 years with Martinsville Memorial Hospital as a housekeeper. Louise was known for her love of music and dancing; she also enjoyed beautiful flowers and going on cruises. Her love for her family was most important to her and she enjoyed spending time with them and making memories together.

She leaves behind a host of family and friends who were blessed by her love and kindness, including her husband, Louis Neblett; daughters, Detta Robinson, Millicent Perkins (Timothy), Cheryl Neblett, Andrea Jordan; sons, Thomas Grant, Kevin Penn, Barry Neblett, Carl Neblett, Garland Neblett (Susie); sister, Diane Redd; and 10 grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held Friday, September 12, 2025, at 11:30 AM at Carver Memorial Gardens with Pastor Wallar officiating. The family will receive visitors from 12:00-6:00 PM at the home, located at 503 2nd Street, Martinsville, Virginia, 24112.

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09/06/2025

Ralph Connell Niblett, 63, of Greensboro, North Carolina, transitioned from his earthly life Friday, September 5, 2025. He was born August 21, 1962, in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late Elijah Niblett and Josephine Brooks Niblett.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Theressa Dalton; and brother, Thomas Niblett.

Ralph was a graduate of Martinsville High School who loved to play sports. He particularly enjoyed playing pool and basketball, always playing with passion. He loved being with his family and will be missed by those who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his brothers, Felix Niblett (Angela), Stacey Niblett, Ramadan Yasin, and George Niblett.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Wright Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Keishawn Niblett officiating. The family wishes to express their gratitude for the care and support shown at this time.

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09/05/2025

Faye Donovant, 72, of Bassett, Virginia, transitioned to her heavenly home on Friday, September 5, 2025. She was born on September 3, 1953, in Kentucky to the late Everett Ritchie and Dorothy Bolen.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Lee Donovant, sisters, Mary Jo Blankenship, Christine Watson; brother, Danny Ray Brewster; and grandson, Tommy Ray Slone.

Faye was a member of Community Baptist Church for many years. She was married to her loving husband, Roy, for 20 years. Faye was a regular donor for the American Red Cross. She helped many people with this act of kindness. Faye had a love of reading, cooking, gardening, and yard work that went along with her love of being outdoors. She also had a love of music. She loved her family dearly spending time with them as often as she could. For more than 20 years Faye worked at Bassett Furniture before working and then retiring from Walmart.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter; Paula Elizabeth Ireland (Sam), sons; Donald Ray Slone (Kathy), Clarence Steven Slone; Brothers; Bud Brewster, Brian Brewster, and Michael Brewster; sister-in-law, Kim Roark; grandchildren; Samantha Pruitt (Cody), Katie Ireland, Donna Raye Minter (Justin), Katelyn McBride (John), Sammi Ireland, and Chloe Ireland with great-grandchildren; Kaylee, Brooks, Bubba, Everleigh, and Jaxson Ray along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family wishes to extend their gratitude for the outpouring of love and support during this time of grief.

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrightfuneralservices.net.

09/04/2025

Jeffery Marlow Joyce, 65, of Martinsville, Virginia, entered his eternal rest Wednesday, September 3, 2025. He was born May 8, 1960, in Martinsville to the late William Joyce and Deloris Wells Joyce. He was preceded in death by a nephew Edmund Marsh.

Jeffery was of the Christian faith and a member of Faith Tabernacle Holiness Church. He attended Bassett High School and was a dedicated employee of Virginia Glass and Bassett Mirror Company for a number of years. He was free-spirited and loved music and being with his family.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Shelia Hagwood Joyce, sons, Ron Joyce (Adriane) and Gary Joyce (Lisa); sisters, Dorothy Eccles (Pastor Alfred Eccles) and Mary Joyce; and brothers, William “Skip” Joyce, Jr. (Maria), Wayne Joyce, and Roy Joyce (Cleo); and four grandchildren.

A funeral will be held Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Wright Funeral Service Chapel. Visitation will be held one-half hour prior to the service.

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09/03/2025

Georgia “Kay” Minnick, 57, of Bassett, Virginia, transitioned to her heavenly home Saturday, August 30, 2025. She was born April 10, 1968, in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late Raymond Miller Minnick and Peggy Ann Lundy Taylor.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her stepfather, Ralph Taylor; stepmother, JoAnn Minnick; her brother, Bobby Minnick; and sister-in-law; Melissa Minnick.

Kay was a faithful member of One Accord Baptist Church and loved attending worship services. She was a graduate of J.D. Bassett High School and pursued her nursing degree through Patrick Henry Community College. Kay had a deep love for animals, especially rescues, and found joy in caring for all the animals. She especially loved feeding deer that visited her front yard. In her free time, she enjoyed joy riding and was an avid NASCAR fan. She enjoyed listening to country music, and she could always be found behind the camera, capturing memories; rarely would you find her in a photo. She carried a gentle spirit and love for others that will be so greatly missed.

Left to cherish her memory are her half-sister, Missy Minnick; half-brother, Butchie Minnick; niece, Leigh Ann Foley (James); nephew, B.J. Minnick (Courtney), Taylor Sowers, and Joshua Minnick; great niece, Lera Minnick; stepdaughter, Kristie Alley; granddaughter, Charity Alley; and very loved caregivers, Cassidy and Tiffany.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice, 516 Hawthorne Dr, Yadkinville, NC 27055, or One Accord Baptist Church, 3630 Kings Mountain Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112.

A celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM at One Accord Baptist Church, with Pastor Blake Neal officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

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