Local obituaries for Danville, Virginia.

Dec 6, 2025

Sylvia White Flynn passed away on Saturday, December 6th, 2025. Born an army brat in a sweltering Virginia summer, Sylvia’s early precociousness would go on to shape her later life. She and her siblings moved often during their childhood, during which she developed a love of painting, writing, and most of all, reading. Possessed of both creative and scholastic aptitudes,...

Dec 3, 2025

Robert Anthony “Tony” Adcock, 63, of Danville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

Born in Danville on September 6, 1962, he was the son of Anne Taylor Adcock and Robert Henry Adcock, both of whom survive him and reside in Danville, Virginia.

Tony is survived by his loving wife, Roxanne Doggett Adcock, also of Danville; his...

Dec 2, 2025

Patrocinio (“Dr. Pat”) Cruz Josef-Guanzon, M.D., of Danville, Va., a cherished pediatrician and beloved family matriarch, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on Dec. 2, 2025. Born to her parents, Diokno M. Josef and Belen Cruz Josef, who preceded her in death, she broke barriers as the first female Filipino doctor in Danville, dedicating her life to the...

Nov 30, 2025

Hunter Owen Hutchinson, 80, of Danville, VA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025.

Hunter will be remembered for his warm, social spirit, his love of model train building, and his deep affection for his dogs.

A visitation will be held at Townes Funeral Home Chapel in Danville, VA, on Monday, December 8, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., followed...

Nov 29, 2025

John was born January 13, 1942, in Chester, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Saint James High School and received an associate’s degree from Pierce Business School of Philadelphia, PA.

The family relocated to Danville VA in 2002 where John became warehouse manager of Unique Industries. He retired from Unique in 2012.

John was an avid golfer and hockey player. He managed and coached...

Nov 28, 2025

James "Buddy" Algie Buckner Jr., a resident of Providence, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28th, 2025, at the age of 83.

Born on Wednesday, August 26th, 1942, in Halifax County, VA, James was the beloved son of the late James Algie Buckner Sr. and Merle Ann Buckner. James honorably served his country in the United States Army. After his...

Nov 21, 2025

Grace Joan Gardner Taylor, 88, of Danville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025. Born on April 2, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Charles Harold Gardner, Sr. and Evelyn Stone Keesee Gardner.

Joan retired from the Department of Social Services for the City of Danville and was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Keeling, Virginia.

Her...

Nov 19, 2025

Ronald Stephen Wilkinson of Ringgold, VA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 72.

Steve was born on July 17, 1953, a son of the late John Wister Wilkinson and Doris Arrington Wilkinson. A proud alumnus of Virginia Tech, Steve pursued a successful career as a Certified Public Accountant. He was the owner and founder of...

Nov 17, 2025

Nov 14, 2025

Ronald Jerry Bailey of Danville entered into Heaven’s Kingdom on November 14, 2025. His deep faith and confidence in Christ will continue to inspire all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carlene, daughter Erin Bailey and her partner Bill Brown of Richmond, Virginia and son Edward “Ward” Bailey of Rockingham County, North Carolina. Jerry leaves...

Nov 13, 2025

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Nov 13, 2025

Elizabeth Ann Powell Sparks, a resident of Ringgold, VA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at the age of 88.

Elizabeth was born on Friday, July 16th, 1937, a daughter of the late Robert Guy Powell and Mary Elizabeth Gatewood Powell. A dedicated homemaker, Elizabeth found joy in spending time with her family, taking care of children, and tending...

Nov 4, 2025

William Chris Barker, of Pelham, NC, passed away November 4, 2025, peacefully at his residence with his family.

Chris was born in Danville, VA. on January 29, 1953. He was the son of the late William David Barker and Pauline Myers Barker. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his granddaughter Lyndsey Daniel, brother David “Butch” Barker and ex-son-in-law Ricky...

Nov 4, 2025

Dorothy Eanes Carter, 85, formerly of the Ferry Road Community, passed away Tuesday morning, November 4, 2025, with her daughters by her side.

Dorothy was born on May 25, 1940, in Pittsylvania County, to the late Pricie Willis Eanes and Vincent M. Eanes. She married the late Harold W. Carter on August 1, 1958. During their years together, they especially enjoyed...

Oct 28, 2025

With deep sadness and abiding gratitude for the gift of his love, the family of Thomas Oscar Millner, 79, announces his passing into the presence of his Savior on October 28th. He was the spouse and 45-year life-partner of Raymond Garassino.

Born in Danville, VA, on September 29,1946 to the late Oscar E. Millner and Lena (Davis) Millner. He attended local...

Oct 26, 2025

Oct 26, 2025

Jayne Doby Reynolds, 76, of Danville, VA, passed away peacefully on October 26th 2025. She was surrounded by her loved ones and support.

 Born Tuesday, September 13, 1949 in Danville, Jayne was the cherished daughter of the late John “Jake” Doby and Naomi M. Doby. She was the proud mother of and survived by her son Jason Reynolds (Tonya, Kenneth “DJ”,...

Oct 25, 2025

Daniel Timothy Graham went to his heavenly home on Saturday, October 25 after a long health battle. He joins his parents (Walter Jr & Katherine) and two of his brothers (David & Samuel). He leaves behind his brother Walter (Noemi), his sister-in-law Joni, and countless nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews, among other loving family and friends. Daniel loved...

Oct 22, 2025

Sidney Irvin Carroll, 90, of Providence, North Carolina, went home to be with Jesus on October 22, 2025.

He was born on December 15, 1934, to Eugene Edgar Carroll and Annie Lee Wood Carroll.

On August 9, 1953, Irvin married the love of his life, Annie Laurie Gunn. Together they shared 71 wonderful years of marriage. Irvin was preceded in death by...