Josephine Hollandsworth Alderman

March 26, 1939 - July 11, 2025

 Josephine Hollandsworth Alderman, age 86, of Floyd, Va. went to her heavenly home July 11th, 2025. She grew up in Indian Valley along with her 11 siblings and had all the blessings of a loving family and self-sufficient, country childhood. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lonzie C. Alderman. They spent many years raising their four daughters, Sharon Reedy (Gary), Karen Hawkins (Stan), Rhonda Dixon (Glenn) and Becky Thompson.

     Josephine sewed all of her daughters’ childhood clothing, was active in their school events, always had garden fruits and veggies canned, and was epic at making pies, cakes, biscuits, sausage gravy, homemade butter and cottage cheese. She loved to read and regularly read stories to her girls. 

     Later on, she became the sales lady at the Village Fashion Shop in Floyd, and then went on to get her real estate license and worked for Blue Ridge Land and Auction Co. She enjoyed singing and playing snare drum with Lonzie and other family and friends in a bluegrass band called The Buffalo Mountain Boys. Later she traveled with Lonzie for over 40 years singing in The Good Intentions gospel group. More than anything she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Grandchildren: Josh Reedy (Rachel), Carmen Reedy, Amy Huff (Bobby), Adam Hawkins (Heidi), Jacob Hawkins (Molly), Brittany Claypool (Josiah), Woody Dixon (Ashley), Hannah Deaton (Chris), Joseph Dixon (Jordan), Ben Thompson (Lizena), Emily Caldwell (Jason).

Josephine adored her 23 great grandchildren and number 24 is on the way. 

     Josephine is survived by 3 sisters: Vada Cox, Wanda Grubb (Duayne), Martha Bower (Jimmie), 1 brother: Ren Hollandsworth, 1 sister-in-law: Evah Sutphin, 1 brother-in-law: Russell Howell.

     The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to the Floyd County Rescue Squad and to the outstanding caregivers who provided amazing love and care over the past years.  

     Josephine’s Funeral Service will be at Gardner Funeral Home at 2:00 pm Monday July 14, 2025, with Pastor Greg Howell and Rev. Stanley Hawkins officiating. Interment will follow in Willis Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:30am until service time on Monday. Along with floral arrangements, the family would appreciate donations made in her memory to Horses Healing Hearts (1108 Cox Store Rd SW, Floyd, Va.) or to the Floyd County Rescue Squad.

My prayers are with you..I’m so sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss…

So sorry to hear the loss of your mother. Prayers for her daughters. Karen,Sharon, Rhonda and Becky. She was a very sweet lady who loved her family. My Prayers are with all her family and friends. 🙏🙏

I cannot express the sadness I feel of Josephine's passing...she was my neighbor for many years and one of the nicest people I have ever known... We really loved them a lot and will miss both Josephine and Lonzie until we see them again in heaven....Our deepest sympathy and prayers for the comfort of her family and friends.

We feel honored to know her. She was always nice and kind. Our prayers are with the family.

So sorry to learn about Josephine's passing. She was so kind and loving. We enjoyed our time with her and the Good Intentions when Alvin was playing with the group. We will miss her service because we are out of town. May God bless you all with comfort and strength during this difficult time. Love to all.

I loved Josephine ❤️. Praying for comfort and strength for the family

Much love and prayers for Josephine’s family. I know she’s a beautiful mother. I have enjoyed knowing all of her girls. I know she’s in Christ Jesus loving arms.

Vance and I always looked forward to spending time with Josephine and Lonzie and the family. Going to gospel singing concerts with the group was a highlight. Josephine was a kind, compassionate and creative woman. I appreciated her wisdom and insights and her and Lonzie's commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ were an inspiration to us. My health doesn't allow me to go far but I'll be praying for y'all. May God's peace rest on each of her family.

So sorry to hear of 'Phines passing. She leaves a wonderful legacy and will be missed by our family and the community. Love and prayers for all of you.

everyone at Homes Plus wishes your family the best in this time of sorrow.

Sorry to here to hear this. she will always Sending Prayers

AHH, Karen & sisters, So sorry to hear of your Mama's passing & yet relieved for her release from this earthly clay! Good to see you, Karen every so often as I traveled to help my Mama. Love & God's peace for you girls and all the family. Cindy Hopkins Kemp

I am so sorry to hear of this Lovely womans passing she will be missed.

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.