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02/01/2026

Mr. Carl Steven Talley passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at his home. Mr. Talley was born on September 8, 1949 in Surry County to the late Carl and Ethel Combs Talley. A complete obit is forthcoming.

02/01/2026

Ms. Ruth Ann Snow Monday, 80 of Mount Airy, passed away on Thursday evening, January 29, 2026, at Northern Regional Hospital in Mount Airy.

She was born December 18, 1945, in Surry County to the late John Quincy Snow and Mamie Odell Collins Snow. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed.

Left to cherish her memories are her children, Ruthie Anne Law, Karen and Daniel Vickers, Reagan Rae Rose, Cayden Delano Rose, and Bentley Cash Bonham; grandchildren, Katasha and Kevin Coins, Emily and Lee Ayers, and Amber Bilyeu; great grandchildren, Jonah Bilyeu, Jesse Coins, Kalena Coins, Kason Coins, Emery Ayers, and Kaybree Ayers; and by several other family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Ms. Monday was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jessica Ann Finley; two sisters, Kathleen “Kitty” Snow Crabb and Mary Gwyn; and four brothers, John Junior Snow, Walter David Collins, James “Billy” Snow, and Paul Snow.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Moody Funeral Home Chapel in Mount Airy. The family will receive friends following the service in the Moody Chapel. We wish to take this time to honor our mother — a woman whose life was defined by sacrifice, strength, and love.

Known by those closest to her as Mom and Grandma, she gave more than most people ever see. She sacrificed her comfort, her time, and often her own dreams so that her children could have better lives. She didn’t complain about what she gave up — she simply did what needed to be done, with quiet determination and a heart full of love. Her sacrifices weren’t loud, but they were powerful. They shaped who we are today.

She was also referred to most lovingly as a "tough cookie" — and I mean that in the best possible way. Life didn’t go easy on her, but she didn’t go easy on life either. She had grit, resilience, and a strength that couldn’t be shaken. She faced challenges head-on, stood her ground when it mattered, and never let hardship steal her dignity.

But behind that toughness was a tender heart. She loved deeply, even when she didn’t always say it out loud. Her love showed up in meals made, prayers whispered, sacrifices made, and doors held open when we didn’t even realize we needed them held.

Grandma taught us what perseverance looks like. She taught us that love isn’t always soft — sometimes it’s strong, steady, and unwavering. She showed us how to keep going when life feels heavy, and how to show up even when it’s hard.

Though we grieve her loss, we carry her with us — in our values, in our strength, and in the way we love others. Her legacy lives on in every life she touched, especially in her children and family.

Grandma, thank you for everything you gave, for every sacrifice, and for being the person who shaped us into who we are today. We love you, miss you, and honor you by living with the same strength, courage, and love that you showed us every day.

We also wish to thank Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy, who is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.

01/31/2026

Ruth Ann Snow Monday
Obituary forthcoming.

01/31/2026

Mr. Wesley Alexander Thompson, age 79, of Ararat, Virginia, passed away Thursday morning, January 29, 2026, at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home with his loving family by his side. Mr. Thompson was born in Patrick County on November 27, 1946, to the late Alex Thompson and Etta Peele Thompson. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and sibling, who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Mr. Thompson was a longtime farmer, run a successful logging company, even run a little country store. He was a faithful member of Blue Hollow Baptist Church as long as his health permitted. Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 58 years, Barbara Davis Thompson; daughters and sons-in-law, Tabatha Hughes and Joe, Angela Pell and Barry; sons and daughters-in-law, John Thompson and Denise, Donnie Thompson and Sondra; grandchildren, Dustin, Dallas, Jessica, Katrina, Gary, Erica, Matthew, Allie, and Abigail; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law, Diane Collins and Randy, Lois Nester, Roy Smith; brothers and sister-in-law, Roger Thompson and Alice, Lonnie Thompson; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Thompson was preceded in death by sister and brother-in-law, Geraldine Smith, James Nester. A funeral service will be held Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Moody Funeral Home in Mount Airy with the Rev. Rickey Martin officiating. Burial will follow weather permitting at Thompson Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 12:00 PM until time of the service. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Moody's of Mount Airy is respectfully serving the Thompson family.

01/31/2026

Cathy Louverne Harris Rorrer, age 66, of Stuart VA passed away January 29, 2026 at her home. She was born April 3, 1959 in Martinsville, VA to the late Samuel Graham Harris and Doris Bowles Harris. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, Randall Graham Harris and Tony Dale Harris.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Michael Lee Rorrer; two sons, Teddy Dale Rorrer and James Robert “Jamie” Rorrer; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and one brother, Timothy Harris.

All services will be private. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.moodyfuneralservice.com.

01/31/2026

Mr. Gregory Allen Jarrell, AKA “Papaw”, age 64 of Mount Airy, passed away on Tuesday night January 27, 2026, at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born April 21, 1961, in Beckley, West Virginia to Muriel Smith Jarrell and the late Freddie Dallas Jarrell. Mr. Jarrell is survived by his wife, Linda Blankenship Jarrell of the home; daughter and son-in-law, Kellie and Kevin Hunter; son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Maggie Jarrell; his five precious granddaughters whom he loved and adored, Emerie Hunter, Aubrie Hunter, Ellie Jarrell, River Jarrell, and Alora Jarrell; step daughter-in-law, Amber Blankenship; mother, Muriel Smith Jarrell; brother, Ricky Dallas Jarrell; niece, Rickayla Jarrell; special friends, Eric Puckett, Donnie Riggs, Dennis Thomas, Wesley Crotts, and many many more. In addition to his father, Mr. Jarrell was preceded in death by an infant sister, Donna Sue Jarrell; a step son-in-law, Eddie Blankenship; and a sister-in-law, Melissa Jarrell.

Mr. Jarrell was an auto mechanic by trade for nearly 50 years, but he was much much more to his family and friends. Greg was the son of a coal miner. He was known as an honest, knowledgeable, hardworking man who lived life by the golden rule, “Treat others the way you want to be treated”. He could fix or make anything. He was devoted to his wife Linda of nearly 20 years and together they had many adventures going to the flea markets, riding their Harley with their leathers on and going to Indian Pow Wows. Greg loved his friends and family deeply. If you knew Greg, you knew he loved to reminisce about Kellie’s softball pitching days and he loved to sit on the bucket and be the hind catcher during her pitching practice. Greg and Ryan loved to go fishing together and tinker with four wheelers and cars. Greg passed down his values and his knowledge of the auto mechanic trade to Ryan. He was extremely proud of the adults his children turned out to be. Greg was always surrounded by friends when he worked at his automotive shop and was grateful for the many friends he had.

A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday February 3, 2026, at 4:00pm in the Moody Funeral Home Chapel with Brother David Heath and Brother Scottie Bullins officiating. The family will receive friends at Moody’s from 3:00 until 4:00pm. Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy is serving the family.

01/31/2026

Helen Evangeline (Blanchard) Stuart, age 83, of Mount Airy, North Carolina, passed away on January 26, 2026.

A daughter of the late Norman and Elsie (Taylor) Blanchard, she was born January 9, 1943, in Webster Ma. Her husband Stirling Stuart predeceased her in 1967. She leaves her North Carolina family, a brother Ronald Blanchard, a special niece, Rose; two nephews, Ronald and Nathan; other nieces and nephews from Massachusetts; many grandnieces and grandnephews; plus, one great great nephew, she was also predeceased by her brother, Norman Blanchard Jr.; and her sister, Carolyn Maryea.

She moved with her family to West Springfield, Ma in 1948. While there she was active in many youth organizations. She was a Past Worthy Advisor of West Springfield Assembly #79 Order of Rainbow for Girls, and a 1961 graduate of West Springfield Highschool.

In the early sixties she moved to Miami, Fl, where she was co-owner of Fast Gro and later Fernwood Nursery, where in addition to nursery plants, they sold parrots and other exotic birds.

After graduating from Miami-Dade Community College, she worked for Personal One, and later worked several years at Bisazza as a supervisor, until she retired.

Helen returned back to West Springfield after retirement to help care for her mother. Helen’s love of nature and photography brought her back to the Florida everglades several times a year. She would also visit Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Parrot Jungle, and the Miami Zoo. Going Tent camping in several states and national parks was another one of her enjoyments. Around the home, she enjoyed gardening and raising house plants. Moody-Davis Funeral Service in Dobson is serving the Stuart family.

01/30/2026

Master Trooper Jason Richard Vindich, age 50, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2026. His full obituary will be forthcoming.

01/30/2026

Mr. Thomas Ray Hawks, age 89, of Cana, Virginia, went home to be with his Lord and Savior early Wednesday morning, January 28, 2026, at Northern Regional Hospital. Mr. Hawks was born on July 5, 1936, in Carroll County, to the late Fielden Hawks and Bessie King Hawks. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was a man of great faith, with him and his wife being the oldest founding members of Flat Ridge Baptist Church. Mr. Hawks worked many years as a heavy equipment operator, and enjoyed looking after his apple and peach orchards, even tending to his cattle. Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 70 years, Carol Holder Hawks; daughter and son-in-law, Pamela Bowman and Johnny; daughter-in-law, Yvonne Overcast; son and daughter-in-law, Bradley Hawks and Chastiny; grandchildren and their spouses, Matthew Bowman and Kelly, Andrew Bowman and Stephanie, Charlotte Hawks, Makena Overcast-Hawks, Gabrielle Overcast-Hawks; great-grandchildren, Owen Bowman, Grayson Bowman, Henry Bowman, Tucker Bowman; step grandchildren, Chance Sizemore and Hallie, Brooks Sizemore, Bailey Sizemore; step great-grandchildren, Ayden Sands, Ellie Orr, Logan Orr. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hawks was preceded in death by his daughter, Dr. Sharon Hawks; sisters, Frankie McMillian, Beulah McMillian; brother, Rush Hawks. A celebration of Mr. Hawk’s life will be held Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Flat Ridge Baptist Church, with Pastor Chris Davis officiating. A burial will follow in the Hawks cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Flat Ridge Baptist from 12:30 PM until time of the service. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Moodys of Mount airy is respectfully serving the Hawks family.

01/30/2026

Ms. Shirley Ann Snow, 72, of Mount Airy, passed away Tuesday evening, January 27, 2026, at Surry Community Health Center by Harborview. Ms. Snow was born January 20, 1954, in Surry County, one of three children born to the late Billy Abner and Gladys Hazel “Mick” Hutchens Snow. Shirley was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother and a cherished friend to many. She retired as an assistant manager from Kmart, where she formed many meaningful friendships with her coworkers, friendships that continued long after her retirement. Shirley also dearly loved her fur babies, especially her dogs, who brought her much joy. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Brandy and Jackie Moser; her son, Richard Shane Creed; her granddaughter, Abby Moser; her sister, Kim Vaughn; and her brother, Billy Gray Snow. A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Hutchens-Venable Cemetery, with the Rev. Frank Harmon officiating. No formal visitation will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or online at www.alz.org. Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy is serving the family.

01/29/2026

Mrs. Mabel Bowman Hiatt, age 85 of Stuart, Virginia, passed away peacefully at the Blue Ridge Therapy Connection in Stuart on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. She was born in Patrick County on July 28, 1940, to the late Yance Ellis Bowman and Rosa Ann Branch Bowman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mack Hiatt, Jr., “Junior”; one daughter, Debra “Cricket” Robinson; four siblings, Harry Reid Bowman, Macie Bowman, Margaret Bowman, and Edgar Bowman. Mabel was a member of New Beginnings Baptist Church in Patrick Springs. She enjoyed going to yard sales. She will be remembered as a loving wife, caring mother, adoring grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.

Mrs. Hiatt is survived by four children, Joe Hiatt (Joyce), Rob Hiatt (Angela), Tracie Hiatt (Kevin Mabe), and Jonathan Hiatt (Adrienne), son-in-law, Kurt Robinson; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Stuart Cemetery with Pastor Mark Wright officiating. The arrangements have been entrusted to Moody Funeral Home in Stuart and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moodyfuneralservices.com.

01/29/2026

Mr. Donald “Donnie” Ray Slate, age 76, of Mt. Airy, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Northern Regional Hospital in Mt. Airy. He was born on June 24, 1949 in Surry County to the late Abraham Lincoln Slate and the late Mary Magdalene Holt Slate. Left to cherish his memory are his children, David Slate, Michael Slate (Jessica Chilton); longtime daughters-in-law, Amy Cooke Slate and Misty Sexton; grandchildren, Jacob Slate (Chelsea), Kobe Slate (Anna), Kayson Slate, and Kylan Slate; great-grandchildren, Annie-Pearl Slate, Walker Slate; sister, Barbara Chandler; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy Slate (Barbara). In addition to his parents Mr. Slate was preceded in death by his wife, Audene Gwyn Slate; sisters, Betty Lovill and Brenda Slate; brothers, Roger, Johnny, and Kenneth Slate. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Moody Funeral Home Chapel in Mt. Airy with service conducted by Rev. Gary Sawyers. Burial will follow in the Smith Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 PM until the time for the service at the funeral home.

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