Jean Burks Rife

Jean Ann Burks Rife, 85, of Roanoke, passed away, Thursday, April 16, 2026. Jean was known for her great smile, her great listening ear, and her friendly kind warm heart to everyone she met.

She was proceeded in death by her parents Robert and Margaret (Moomaw) Burks; brother Bobby Burks; sister Peggy Samuel; and grandson Connor Rife.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years Charles W. Rife, Jr.; sister Mary Jane Collins: brother Billy Burks and wife Sue: son, Michael Rife and wife Waleska; and grandson Coleman Rife.

In lieu of flowers we invite you to make a donation to Brenner Children's Hospital.

In keeping with Jean's wishes services will be private for the family. Condolences may be left to the family at www.simpsonfuneral.com. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home Electric Road Chapel. (540)632-4200.