Jenna Loving Conner, 76, of Blue Ridge, passed away, Sunday, April 27, 2025 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Edgar Loving, Sr. and Marquerite Elise Carter Loving and a brother, Dallas Loving.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Roy "Muff" Conner; daughter, Deana Bronson (Randy); son, Jeremy Conner; grandchildren, Jeb Bronson, Conner Bronson (Alisa), Hannah Smith (Trent); great grandson, Bronson Smith; great granddaughter to arrive in September; sister, Trudy McNew (Mac); brother, George Loving (Rita) and loved by many nieces and nephews.

She was born in Roanoke, Virginia on April 11, 1949. She worked for The Roanoke Times in various positions for 46 years. She had a vibrant personality who always had a beautiful smile. She loved planting flowers and enjoyed bird watching especially hummingbirds and bluebirds. She was dedicated to her family and especially enjoyed "cookie bakes" with her grandchildren, nieces and nephews in their younger years.

There will be a celebration of her life on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM in Oakey's East Chapel.

With Jenna's love for flowers, the family would like to suggest plants so they can be enjoyed for years to come or memorial contributions may be made to Gentle Shepherd Hospice, 6045 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, VA 24109.