Local obituaries for Danville, Virginia.
Charles Riddell Swicegood
Jun 9, 2026
Charles Riddell Swicegood passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on Sunday, July 14th, 1929, in Caswell County, NC, Charles was a son of the late Walter James Swicegood Sr. and Mary Veigh Riddell Swicegood. He was the epitome of kindness, generosity, and humility. He was a proud alumnus of Virginia Tech, where...
Leonard Thomas Allen
May 29, 2026
Leonard "Len" Thomas Allen passed away on May 29, 2026. Len was born to the late James Lee Allen and Mae Humphrey Allen on November 26, 1957.
Len is predeceased by his daughter Raelyn Allen and sister Vickie Allen Fuquay.
He is survived by his sister Penny A. Borup.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Patsy Lin Banner
May 27, 2026
Patsy Lin Banner, age 86, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026 in Danville, VA after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Pat was the beloved wife of William Claude Banner, Jr., former Chief of Police of Corpus Christi, TX, who proceeded her in death. She leaves behind those who will forever treasure her memory- her daughter, Denise Digh, and...
Lynn Michael Coleman
May 24, 2026
Lynn "Mike" Michael Coleman, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Sunday, May 24th, 2026, at the age of 79. He was born on March 24th, 1947, in Danville, VA.
Mike proudly and willingly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a dedicated banker, having worked at both Peoples Bank and American...
Kathryn Sutton Plumb
May 24, 2026
Kathryn Sutton Plumb, 76, passed away May 24, 2026. Kathryn was born November 8, 1949 to the late O. Robert Plumb and Frances Sutton Plumb.
Kathryn was a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After college she enlisted in the United States Air Force and was an ER nurse during the Vietnam War. She was honorably discharged...
Mary Louise Bernard Shelton
May 24, 2026
"Truly I tell you, Today you will be with Me in paradise." Luke 23:43
Our beloved wife, mother, sister, cousin, and friend Mary Louise Bernard Shelton, 48, met her Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 24, as a result of a tragic automobile accident.
Mary Louise was born in Danville, VA, on August 19, 1977, the cherished daughter of the late Mary...
Joyce Ann Carreras Davis
May 22, 2026
Joyce Ann Carreras Davis passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 22nd, 2026, at the age of 84.
She was born on Wednesday, March 25th, 1942, in New York, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Miriam Carreras. Joyce was a dedicated medical transcriptionist for most of her life. Beyond her professional life, she found joy in reading, shopping,...
John Stuart Garwood
May 21, 2026
John Stuart Garwood passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 21, 2026. John was born on October 6, 1933, in Charlottesville, VA, a son of the late Arthur Bruce Garwood Sr. and Lutie Williams Garwood.
John grew up on a farm, learning at an early age how to handle horses and cattle. John graduated from Greenwood High School and served...
James Albert Nance
May 18, 2026
James Albert "Mikie" Nance left all of his pain behind and went to his next home on Monday, May 18, 2026, in Danville, Virginia. No Pain. No Sorrow.
Mikie was born on May 29, 1963, a son of the late William Scott Nance and Jeanette Susan Odum. He worked at Weil-McLain in Eden, NC for many years, and was a veteran...
Coco Allen
May 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved CoCo Bell Allen. She passed away peacefully at home at a little over 9 years old.
CoCo was a feisty bundle of joy who brought so much love and laughter into our lives. Her favorite foods were chicken, ribs, and oxtails. She never turned down her favorite...
Horace Porter Taylor, Jr.
May 17, 2026
Horace Porter Taylor Jr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at the age of 89.
Horace was born on Wednesday, September 16th, 1936, a son of the late Horace Porter Taylor and Dorothy Spotswood Taylor. He served in the National Guard, where he demonstrated his commitment to his country. Following his military service, he worked as an electrician at...
Binx Fernandez
May 15, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Binx, a cherished little black cat who brought love, comfort, and companionship to his family since 2017. From the moment he came home, Binx filled the house with his unique personality, gentle presence, and unforgettable spirit.
Angel had always dreamed of having a little black cat, and Binx became that dream...
Linda Dianne Holley
May 14, 2026
Linda Dianne Holley passed away on Thursday, May 14th, 2026, at the age of 75. She was born on Tuesday, June 27th, 1950, in Virginia.
Linda's career was marked by her dedication and hard work. She served in various roles throughout her life at the Danville City School Board Office, Davis Storage, and a as a Supervisor at Yellow Freight. Her...
Robert Arnold Malinchak
May 12, 2026
Robert (Bob / Bobby) Arnold Malinchak, Age 73, of Danville, Virginia, passed away on May 12, 2026.
Bob was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 15, 1953, a son of the late Arnold Peter Malinchak and the late Norma Jean Malinchak nee Stinson, and survived by his brothers Alan A. Malinchak and Randall Mark Malinchak, both of Florida, and his very...
Michael Douglas Stovall
May 9, 2026
Michael D. Stovall, 64, passed away at Lewis Gale Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia on May 9, 2026, with his wife Marina by his side. Michael was born on August 29, 1961, in Danville, Virginia, to the late Betty M. Stovall and Douglas Q. Stovall who survives.
Michael was of the Christian faith. He graduated from Virginia Tech with a BS in...
Jerry Douglas McNeil
May 7, 2026
Jerry Douglas McNeil, 79, left this life and went to his Heavenly reward on May 7, 2026, at Cardinal Senior Living in Danville, VA. Going home before him were his parents, Sadie Estelle and James Wilson McNeil, and a brother, Thomas Wilson McNeil. Surviving are his wife, Sue McNeil, of Timberlake, NC, his brother, Wayne McNeil and his wife, Iva,...
Reggie Arno
May 6, 2026
Reginald (Reggie) Dean Arno died peacefully at the Stratford Rehabilitation Center in Danville. VA on May 6, 2026 in the arms of his little “sissy”, Cindy Arno. He was born in Woodstock, VA on November 20, 1948. He was the wild and middle child of three and was always able to find some mischief to get into.
Reggie loved life and...
Barbara McDowell Pleasant
Apr 26, 2026
Barbara McDowell Pleasant, age 73, of Danville, Virginia passed away on April 26, 2026, at her residence in the presence of her husband Dan and her immediate family.
She was born on March 16, 1953, in Roxboro, North Carolina to the late G.W. McDowell and Ora McDowell. Barbara is survived by her husband of 53 years Dan Miller Pleasant, Sr.; son,...
Ina Idella Inman Richmond
Apr 26, 2026
Ina Idella Inman Allen Richmond, 101 years old, formerly of Danville, VA, passed away on April 26, 2026.
Born on March 15, 1925, in Danville VA, she was the daughter of the late Wesley Robertson Inman and Myrtle Lee Wall Inman. She was married to the late Thomas H. Allen, Sr. and the late Lonnie P. Richmond. In addition to her...
Roger David Alden
Apr 24, 2026
Roger “David” Alden, Age 78, long time resident of Guilford County and born in Danville Virginia, passed away on April 24th.
Born on December 23, 1947, he was the son of the late Roger and Doris Alden. Throughout his life, he approached the world with curiosity, and a deep appreciation for whimsy.
He worked as an enthusiastic realtor, bringing energy and dedication...
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