Mitzi Raines Cumbee, 63, of Newport, passed away Wednesday, June 18, at Lewis-Gale Hospital Montgomery, with her family by her side.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Cumbee; her parents, Ronald “Joe” Raines and Judy Raines; her grandparents, Moffet and Sue Raines, and Eria and Lillie Smith; and most recently, her companion, Darrill Radford.
Born Sept. 9, 1962, Mitzi grew up and spent her life on the family farm in Craig County. She was a 1980 graduate of New Castle High School (now Craig County High School). Mitzi was a loyal and dedicated employee of Moog, where she worked as a lab technician for 45 years.
A devoted animal lover, she cared for, nursed, and loved many animals over the years. She never turned away a stray and adopted many animals, always making sure each one was well fed, cared for, and given a safe and loving home—often putting their needs before her own.
She is survived by her brother, Michael Raines and his wife, Michelle; her niece, Cassidy; and her great-nephew, Briar, all of whom share the family farm. Her absence there will be deeply felt.
The family received friends Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at McCoy Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Giles County Animal Shelter, Green Hollow Road, Pearisburg, VA 24134, or to the Humane Society of Montgomery County, 1183 Flanagan Drive, Christiansburg, VA 24073, in her honor.
