Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Bradley's Funeral Home & Crematory - Marion

938 N. Main St.

Marion, Virginia

Rodney McGhee Obituary

Rodney McGhee

February 9, 1960 - April 18, 2022

WYTHEVILLE, Va.

Howard Zane "Rodney" McGhee Jr., age 62, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022, at the Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Va. He was born in Smyth County, Va., and was preceded in death by his grandparents, Garland McGhee, Martha McGhee, Guy Martin, and Margaret Martin and his father-in-law, Vance Gross.

He was a dump truck driver with Salem Stone and thoroughly enjoyed his job. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, was an avid race fan and a huge college football fan.

Survivors include his wife, Janet Gross McGhee; parents, Howard McGhee Sr. and Dora Jane Martin McGhee; stepsons, Joseph Campbell and wife, Kristi, and Justin Campbell and wife, Anja; sister, Marsha McGhee Powley and husband, Todd; nephew, Benton Powley and wife, Breanne; niece, Erin Powley and fiancee, Tyler; step grandchildren, Isabella Grace Campbell and Isaac Waylon Campbell; mother-in-law, Mildred Gross; and his cat and dog, Ozzie and Kirby.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday April 22, 2022, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion, with the Reverend Harry Howe officiating. Interment will follow in Walkers Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday from 2 until 3 p.m. prior to services.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com.

Bradley's Funeral Home is serving the family.

Bradley's Funeral Home

938 North Main Street, Marion, VA 24354

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Bristol Herald Courier on Apr. 20, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Rodney McGhee

Sponsored by Bradley's Funeral Home & Crematory - Marion.

Not sure what to say?





Tammy Norman Wallick

February 9, 2025

What a great guy. Was just thinking about him and wanted to say hello in heaven❤

Gail Hoofnagle

May 2, 2022

Sending heartfelt sympathies

W L K Crigger

April 26, 2022

Met Rodney more than 40 years ago at Wythe Raceway. So sorry to hear of his passing. I hope you will find peace and comfort in your memories of him.

April 22, 2022

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Love Uncle
Bill & Lisa Powley

Wynn Cox Fair

April 22, 2022

Sending my deepest of sympathy, love & heartfelt condolences to Rodney's family, wife Janet, & friends. Keeping you all very close in my heart, thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time. Praying for your comfort & peace. Rodney was a wonderful friend to me & to so many. He had a beautiful heart & always made us laugh! I will always cherish & have such fond memories of hanging out & having fun with all the Atkins gang in highschool. May Rodney forever rest in peace.

Alice Johnston

April 22, 2022

So very sorry for your loss, prayers for the families

D WILSON

April 22, 2022

We are thinking about you !!

Otessa Thomas

April 21, 2022

Aunt Jane, Uncle Howard, Marsha, and family. This was a real shock. I remember when we were kids Me, Rodney, and PeeWee were always getting in trouble for wanting to pick Granny's tulips. I remember Me, Rodney, and Mary Jane at the cave in Tannersville, and enjoying all the fun cousin things we did in Tannersville. All the family reunions and dinners, all the Christmas'. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you. I LOVE YOU C U Z.

Kelly and Charles Porter

April 21, 2022

Deepest sympathy to all family and friends.

Roby S. Parks Jr.

April 21, 2022

Janet, Mr.& Mrs. McGhee , Marsha , and family so sorry to here about Rodney . I knew Rodney since we were kids , in the cub scouts , sled riding behind Howard Parks' s store ,Willie Cox ' s store. He was a good friend, REST IN PEACE My FREIND. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Roby parks Jr. & Carolyn

John Hendrick

April 21, 2022

Marsha and family: Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Linda Hanshew

April 21, 2022

So sorry to read about the death of Rodney. Love and prayers to all of you. Linda and Bill "Dump"Hanshew

Mike Wheeler

April 20, 2022

Sorry to hear this sad news Janet, prayers to you and your family!

Jeffrey Gunter

April 20, 2022

Rest in peace my friend

Dale Bales

April 19, 2022

I can not express how this hits me in the heart. Ive known Rodney since I was a kid. We spent many of hour at Willie Cox station. Him, Alan, Roy, and Willie working on the race cars getting prepared for Elk Creek. Sending heart felt hugs and prayers to you all.

Lisa Moore

April 19, 2022

So sorry you had to leave...until we meet again. Prayers for your family.

Connie Morris Peterson

April 19, 2022

I’m still in shock as is the entire Radford area. Knew him since 1993 and he was always so very kind to everyone. Loved his animals and even when one was hit by a car, he’d get it and bury it. He’ll be missed by so very many people. RIP and fly high my awesome friend

Phyllis Gardner

April 19, 2022

RIP RodneyI enjoyed the time I worked with you in WythevilleI enjoyed our talks we had when you came up front to clock outand the snacks you would give meand hearing about your cat and dog.and the pictures you would send of me of that furious OzzieJanet I am so sorryI know you will miss himprayers for you and the family

Judy Taylor Olinger

April 19, 2022

Prayers for you and your family!

Julie and Tony Costigan

April 19, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. May his smile and his laughter be remembered by his friends and family always.

Cindy Poston Blevins

April 19, 2022

Janet & family I’m so sorry for your loss. Know that each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. May our Lord & Savior lift each of you holding you closing giving you strength, comfort and peace today, tomorrow and all the days ahead. Hugs, thoughts, prayers & love

Showing 1 - 23 of 23 results

Make a Donation
in Rodney McGhee's name

Memorial Events
for Rodney McGhee

Apr

22

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Bradley's Funeral Home & Crematory - Marion

938 N. Main St., Marion, VA 24354

Apr

22

Funeral service

3:00 p.m.

Bradley's Funeral Home & Crematory - Marion

938 N. Main St., Marion, VA 24354

Funeral services provided by:

Bradley's Funeral Home & Crematory - Marion

938 N. Main St., Marion, VA 24354

How to support Rodney's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Rodney McGhee's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more