Ronnie Walton Underwood, Jr., age 48, of Benson Street, Clifton Forge, Virginia died Sunday, November 8, 2026 at his residence. He was born May 12, 1978 in Clifton Forge, Virginia to Ronnie W. Underwood, Sr., and Judy Caren Hughes Underwood. He was a self-employed IT System Analyst, a 1996 graduate of Alleghany High School and a graduate of James Madison University. He was a member of First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, Clifton Forge. He was an avid fan of the JMU Dukes, Washington Redskins. He enjoyed cooking, going to Disney World, studying the WWII era, family activities, and being a cat dad. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents. He is survived by his parents, Ronnie Sr. and Judy Underwood of Clifton Forge; his wife, Stacy Wimmer of Cary, NC; uncles and aunts, Cecil Underwood, Darlene Oyler (Kenneth), Jenny Eggleston (Marvin), Janet Cash all of Clifton Forge; brother, Donnie Underwood (Jeanine) of Keezletown, VA, their children, Alex and Antonia Underwood; cousins, Missy Oyler, Isabelle Moore (Daniel), Robbie Wiekle, and Susannah Borduas; and father in law, Steve Wimmer. In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 3:00PM in First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, Clifton Forge with Pastor Chris Fisher officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 3:00PM at the church. The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to the Alleghany Humane Society, 9313 Rich Patch Road, Covington, VA 24426 or to First Christian Church, 319 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA 24422 Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge is handling the arrangements. To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com

Vivian Loraine Burks Gunter, age 88, of Iron Gate, Virginia died Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke. She was born August 12, 1938 in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late Benjamin Franklin Burks and Rachel Luellla Michael Burks. She was a service coordinator for Hardee’s and an avid Christian member of Oak Hill Bible Church, Clifton Forge. She enjoyed working on puzzles, spending time with her friends and family and was an avid Virginia Tech fan. In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by her husband, George A. Gunter in 2006; three brothers, William E. Burks, Benjaman F. Burks, Preston Burks; two sisters, Doris Lindsey and Frances Millner; and two step sons, William A. “Tony” Gunter and Garry D. Gunter. She is survived by four daughters, Teresa K. Thomas of Eagle Rock, Vickie L. Carvello of Covington, Barbara J. Gilbert (Randy) of Clifton Forge and Chastity Gunter of Clifton Forge; two sons, Kenneth W. Gunter (Christy) of Covington, Kendall D. Gunter (Alisa) of Troutville; a step daughter, Sandra Gunter of Clifton Forge; a step daughter in law, Jo Gunter of Vinton; 15 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 3:00PM in the Chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge with Mr. Craig Millner and Pastor Chris Fisher officiating. Interment will follow in Central Advent Christian Cemetery, Clifton Forge. Pallbearers will be Kaleb Gunter, Dusty Thomas, John Colvin, Lewis Carvello, Devin Terry and E.R Gilbert. Alternate pallbearers are Dalton Griffith, Brycen Griffith. The family will receive friends from 2:00PM until time of service at Nicely Funeral Home.

Jody Dale Gann, age 59, of Covington, Virginia died Friday, November 6, 2026 at his residence. He was born November 3, 1967 in Covington, Virginia to the late William Nathan Gann, Sr. and Peggy Boguess Gann Raether. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Andy Gann, Bo Gann and Lester Gann. He is survived by a sister, Emmy Goodbar (Tim) of Lexington; and a number of nieces and nephews. In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Ronald Wilson “Ronnie” Harlow, age 85, of 1206 John Tyler Street, Selma, Virginia died on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at his residence. Ronnie was born on April 10, 1941 in Selma to the late Charles Thomas Harlow, Sr. and Vinola Pearl May Harlow. He retired as a Master Electrician for Mead Westvaco after over 25 years. He was a member of the IBEW Local 464, the Bordenier Riding Club, and the Covington Moose Lodge. He enjoyed riding horses and driving his commonly known big, red Dually truck, but loved his family above all. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by eight siblings, Ernest Harlow, Inez Dooley, Marguerite Broughman, Charles Harlow, Jr., Harrison “Ham” Harlow, Alvis Boyd, James “Happy” Harlow, and Virginia Larman. He is survived by his wife, Helen Pennington Harlow of Selma; a daughter, Cherie Padgett of Natural Bridge; a son, Adam Harlow (Anissa) of Rocky Mount; four grandchildren, Kalynn Harlow, Buddy Harlow (Becky), Chelsea Padgett (Ashley), and Harley Padgett; a great grandson, Ryatt Padgett; as well as a number of nieces and nephews. In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. A memorial service will be conducted on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge with Mr. Chris Fisher officiating. The family will visit with friends on Wednesday evening from 5:00 PM until the time of service at Nicely Funeral Home. The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to the Alleghany Humane Society, 9313 Selma-Low Moor Road, Covington, VA 24426. To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com

Amy Gaye Caldwell Hogg, age 69, of 103 Glen Aerie Lane, Eagle Rock, Virginia died on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at her residence. Amy was born on March 28, 1957 in Pulaski, Virginia to the late Stanley Caldwell and Rachel Elizabeth Rose Caldwell (Persinger). She was a Glen Wilton Postmaster for the United States Postal Service. In her spare time, she enjoyed going to the beach and was known for her family gatherings. She was a talented crafter, and especially loved Native American beading. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step father, Charles “Sonny” Persinger, Sr., and three brothers Randy Caldwell, Gene Caldwell, and Roger Caldwell. She is survived by her husband, James H. “Jimmy” Hogg of Eagle Rock; four children, Beth Landram, Faith Cochran, Benn Hogg (Judas), and Melanie Bocock (Henry); two sisters, Brenda Tingler and Tammy Caldwell, both of Clifton Forge; six grandchildren, Taylor Landram (Zoey), Monica Brannon (Jake), Amelia Duff, Charlotte Duff, Connor Bocock, and Colin Bocock; seven great grandchildren, Jazzmine Harlow, Noah Landram, Grayson Bennett, Karrmine Landram, Sam Brannon, Lilli Brannon, and Juniper Brannon; and a number of nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff of Affinity Care Hospice for the wonderful care they gave to Amy. In keeping with her wishes, her body has been cremated. The family will visit with friends on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge. To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com

Mary Margaret Nicely Brady, age 78, of 802 West Ridgeway Street, Apt 405, Clifton Forge, Virginia passed away peacefully with her loved ones by her side on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Mary was born on December 27, 1947 in Alleghany County, Virginia to the late Jake Senior Nicely and Mary Blanch Webb Nicely. She was a homemaker and self-employed Certified Nursing Assistant. She enjoyed sewing, watching Billy Graham, and the Christmas season. She especially loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren. God certainly broke the mold here. Everyone that knew her, knows that there will never be another “Mary Margaret”. So much personality in such a small package. She will always be remembered. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Cleveland Brady; a son; four brothers; and one sister. She is survived by five children, Sue Ann Brady and Sandra Brady, both of Clifton Forge, Linda Marshburn and husband Matthew of Greensboro, NC, Richard Wayne Brady and wife Jackie of Stuarts Draft, and Robin Brady of Richmond; six sisters; seven grandchildren; a number of step grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. A graveside funeral service will be held on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM in Central Advent Christian Cemetery, Clifton Forge with Reverend Bill Gilliland officiating. There will be no visitation. Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge is handling arrangements. To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com