William Mitchell Upshaw Obituary
William Mitchell Upshaw of Salem, Virginia passed away on May 31, 2026. William, born on August 14, 1945, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Mitchell Upshaw to show support.
William will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew William will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. William’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William M., Sr. and Mary Gary Edwards Upshaw. He is survived by: his wife Willa Dean Williams Upshaw; and his siblings, Nancy (Ronald Bew) of Mechanicsville, Pickett (Joni Upshaw) and Kenneth Upshaw (Joni Shelton).
