Vinton, Virginia
1936 - 2025
Juanita "Nita" Gay EcholsMay 2, 1936 - July 19, 2025Juanita "Nita" Gay Echols of Vinton, Va., died on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the age of 89.She was preceded in death by her parents, Sidney Elford Gay and Naomi Woodroof Gay of Gaston, N.C., brothers, Sidney Fran Gay of Woodbridge, Va,. and...
Read MoreNita worked at the Vinton Messenger when I interned there in the late 1980s. She took me under her wing, gave me unsolicited but good advice, and always had my best interest at heart. I think of her often.
Robin Wright
July 30, 2025 | Work
We are so sorry of hear of passing of Juanita. She was such a delightful person. She helped us so much in so many ways! Jimmy, so sorry for your loss. (Former Sheriff of Roanoke County Gerald Holt and wife Linda)
Gerald Holt
July 24, 2025 | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tracy W Brown
July 23, 2025 | Friend
Nita was a great friend and supporter of the town. I will miss her.
George W Nester
July 23, 2025 | Work
Nita was a very Special Lady. She was a hard working employee for many causes in the Roanoke Valley and beyond.
Tommy Jordan
July 23, 2025 | Friend
