William Ira “Will” Mosier, age 55, of 3219 Douthat Road, Clifton Forge, Virginia died on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke.
Will was born on July 11, 1970 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Charles Edward and Reba Lee Clark Mosier. He previously worked in cemetery maintenance for Hill Crest Cemetery in Bedford Heights, Ohio, and served as a volunteer for Sharon Fire Department after moving to Alleghany County, Virginia. Will enjoyed fishing and gardening, and loved trains.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Mosier, Jr.; a sister, Margaret Mosier; and a niece, Brianna Mosier.
Will is survived by his wife, Oreinna Crnic Mosier of Clifton Forge; a daughter, Cheyenne Mosier (fiancé Kenneth Martell) of Clifton Forge; a son, Wade Mosier (girlfriend, Samantha Barbe) of Clifton Forge; a sister, Beaulah Lee (Robert) of Ohio; two brothers, Jason Mosier (Debbi) of Garfield Heights, OH and Estle Mosier of Cleveland; a grandson, Mateo William Martell; and a number of nieces and nephews, including special niece, Becca Mosier and special nephew, Jason, Mosier, Jr.
A celebration of Will’s life will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge.
Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge is handling arrangements.
To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com
Sharilyn Anderson Brown, “Shari”, age 65, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, following a brief illness.
Shari is at rest in the arms of our Lord, and reunited in Heaven with her devoted husband of 31 years, David Allen Brown.
Shari was born in West Springfield, MA on November 20, 1960, to Phyllis Anderson and the late Robert F. Anderson. She moved to Virginia as a child, and graduated from Tabb High School in Yorktown in 1978. Shari eventually settled in Clifton Forge with David, where she had lived since 1993.
Shari was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and loyal friend. She worked all throughout her life, but the most important job title she ever held was “MawMaw.” The love that she had for her children and grandchildren had no limits and flowed endlessly. Shari’s kindness, sense of humor, and love for her family and friends left an indelible mark on everyone who was lucky enough to know her. She was nurturing, thoughtful, compassionate, and above all else, Shari was selfless -- always generously willing to lend a helping hand (and homemade canned goodie!) to others.
In addition to her husband and father, Shari was preceded in death by her cherished brother, Gary Anderson; and an infant granddaughter, Moriah Brown-Holloway.
Left to cherish her memory is her mother Phyllis Anderson; sister, Jodi Ward (Michael); daughter, Melissa Guill (Tommy); son, Steven Guill (Aimee); son, D. Andrew Brown (Katie); stepson, James Moore (Erica); stepdaughter, Jennifer Brown; her grandchildren, Trevor Brown, Lois Guill, Coleman Brown, Lindsay Brown, Bennett Brown, Alice Kate Brown, Lillian Moore, Magnolia Moore, and Hunter Moore; sister-in-law, Cathy Anderson; nieces and nephews, Brittany and Christopher Ward, Kelsey McCarthy, and Erin Anderson; great nephew, Tyler Anderson; special cousins, Adrianya and Alexsys Santaniello; and many, many beloved in-laws and extended family members.
While her friends and family were not prepared for Shari to leave this earth so soon, we know that she is whole again, being back together with David for the greatest journey there is. Shari and David will be in our hearts forever.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 11:00AM in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home with Mr. Josh Madison officiating. Following the service, and pursuant to Shari’s wishes, her body will be cremated. The family will receive friends at the Nicely Funeral Home an hour prior to the service, and suggests that memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society.
Joseph LeRoy Reynolds, age 81, of Douthat State Park Road in Millboro, Virginia died on Friday, May 29, 2026 at his residence.
Joseph was born on June 30, 1944 in Bath County, Virginia to the late Joseph Ivan “Joker” Reynolds and Lelda Margaret Wright Reynolds. He served in the United States Army, and was a self employed concrete finisher. He was a member of Oak Grove Advent Christian Church, loved is family deeply, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and talking politics.
In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Louise Sipe Reynolds; a daughter, Teresa Bonham; and a grandson, Brandon Reynolds.
He is survived by a daughter, Cynthia Reynolds Brady (Scott) of Clifton Forge; three sons, Tim Reynolds (Jennifer) of Clifton Forge, Joey Reynolds (Patty) of Millboro, and Frankie Reynolds of Clifton Forge; a brother, John Wayne Reynolds of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Smith, Logan Bonham, Megan Bonham, Austin Reynolds, Kristen Reynolds, Hannah Paxton, and Jacob Brady; three grandchildren, Canaan Smith, Sophia Smith, and Layla Smith; a host of nieces and nephews; and his pup, Emmie.
In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge with Reverend Grover Nicely officiating. The family will visit with friends on Friday afternoon from 1:00 PM until the time of service at Nicely Funeral Home.
To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com
Gertude Hodge Rollins (Simmons)
Gertrude was born Sept. 4th, 1926, in Marion, N.C., to the Rev. Dewey and Julia Hodge. She stepped into the presence of her Lord on May 28th, 2026, from the Brian Center in Low Moor, Va.
She was preceded in death by her first husband of 53 years, the Rev. Warren Rollins, as well as her second husband of five years, A.J. Simmons. She was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Judith Evelyn, and by a son, Tony Rollins, and his wife, Diana.
She is survived by three sons, William Keith Rollins (Margaret) of Edenton, N.C., Pastor Mike Rollins (Tracy) of Millboro, Va., and Jonathan Rollins (Jennifer) of Burke, Va.; two stepsons, Lee Simmons (Frannie) of Clifton Forge, Va., and Roger Simmons (Linda) of Troutville, Va.; and three brothers, Lester Hodge, Mike Hodge and Lonnie Hodge. She is also survived by seven grandchildren (Monica Rollins, Austin Rollins, Michelle Floyd, Kimberly Vervain, Courtney Dobson, Daniel Rollins and Carter Rollins) and seven great-grandchildren.
Gertrude’s only daughter died at the age of 4 months. Four years ago, a lady in the community by the name of Melinda Bryan entered Gertrude’s life to help her in her home, initially one day per week. Their relationship grew over time to the point that Gertrude came to regard Melinda as the daughter she didn’t have. The Rollins sons are incredibly grateful for the care that Melinda gave their mother. They are likewise grateful for the tremendous love and care that Stella Clark showed their mom over the past year plus. Gertrude spent the last 10 months of her life at the Brian Center in Low Moor. The family was impressed by and deeply thankful for the compassionate care the Brian Center staff provided to her.
Gertrude’s father and one of her grandfathers were pastors. She loved to tell stories of how she often rode the mule with her dad as he traveled to different places to preach. Early in life, she said yes to the Lord Jesus Christ’s invitation, and her relationship with Him framed how she chose to live. She loved Jesus deeply.
When Gertrude married Warren, he wasn’t a pastor, but within four years, they answered the call to full-time Christian service. They were truly a team, pastoring at Healing Springs Baptist Church in Bath County, Va., two separate times for a total of 20 years, as well as at Warwick Baptist Church in Hobbsville, N.C., and Lee Hall Baptist Church in Newport News, Va. They also served churches on a short-term basis following retirement.
In 2008, Gertrude moved to Clifton Forge and became a very active part of Living Stones Ministries, where her son Mike is the pastor. Her celebration of life will be held there on Saturday, June 6th, at 1 p.m. Visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m., and a meal will follow the service. The church address is 100 Griffith Road, Clifton Forge, Va. Gertrude had a passion for missions. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the missions budget of Living Stones Ministries, mailing address 601 Granville Ave., Clifton Forge, VA 24422.
Those unable to attend the service in person may view it at Lsmfamily.com by going to the Facebook or YouTube tab. It can also be watched online at a later date.
Elizabeth Marie Ailstock, age 61, of 7901 Jackson River Road, Hot Springs, Virginia died on Wednesday, May 20 2026 at LewisGale Hospital – Alleghany, in Low Moor, Virginia.
Elizabeth was born on July 5, 1964 in Fredericksburg, Virginia to the late Calvin Lee Hiner and Edna Marie Wanless Hiner. She was a caregiver for Mountain Regional Hospice. She enjoyed rehabbing animals, cooking, spending time outside, fishing, and shooting her guns. She loved her morning cup of coffee and being with her kids and grandbabies.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Ailstock; three sons, Calvin Bennett, Michael Bennett, and E. J. Bennett; two sisters, Caroline Hiner and Debbie King; a daughter-in-law, Sammi Bennett; and a grandson, Dakota Bennett.
She is survived by three daughters, Victoria McDorman of Norfolk, Anna McDorman of Clifton Forge, and Cassie McDorman of West Virginia; two sons, David Bennett and Christopher Bennett, both of Virginia; a sister, Cindy Ray and a brother, Eddie Hiner, both of Mountain Grove; twelve grandchildren, Aden McDorman, Darren McDorman, Kris Clutter, Kiya Bennett, Karisma Bennett, Kalvin Bennett, Isaiah Bennett, Noah Bennett, Chrystal Ervin, Caroline Ervin, Calvin Ervin, and Chloe Bennett; a great granddaughter, Mavis Bennett; and a number of nieces and nephews.
In keeping with her wishes, her body has been cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge is handling arrangements.
To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com
Jerry Meadows Reid, ag 82, of Clifton Forge, Virginia passed from this life to his Heavenly Father, on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Jerry was born March 16, 1944 at the Chesapeake and Ohio Hospital in Clifton Forge to the late Roy Barrett "Bud" Reid and Nancy Estelle Rogers Reid. He is survived by his two sisters, Nancy Barrett Reid Grenda (John) and Lynn Pless (Jeff)… as well as the love of his life, Miriam (Mimi) McFarland.
Jerry moved back to Clifton Forge in 2023, and was known for wearing his colorful car shirt and making strangers laugh by offering to sell them one of his cars. Where there was music, Jerry was dancing and lifting sprits. The story of his graduating from the University of Virginia at the age of 70 can still be seen by internet search of ”JerryReidUVA”. Prior to this, he raced sports cars (SCCA) for 30 years on many East Coast tracks, published Motor Sports Magazine, and produced a TV series called “Pit Wall Productions”. Even more than these accomplishments, he loved writing and has many sports articles, stories, and a book left unfinished. Jerry will be remembered for his smile and the joy he brought to others.
In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM at Central United Methodist Church, Clifton Forge with Reverend Samuel Chung officiating.
Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge is handling arrangements.
To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com
