Obituaries
Christine Y. Knopp
Aug 25, 2025
Christine Marie Yahnig Knopp passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 106 on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Christine's deep faith was evident in every aspect of her life, which shone through her joyful spirit and unwavering trust in God. She was a steadfast prayer warrior with a radiant heart, always living out her faith in action and grace.
Born...
Betty N. Wade
Aug 24, 2025
Betty Jean Neff Wade, 79, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton.
She was born on July 19, 1946, in Bath County, to the late Charles Clifford Neff, Sr. and Della Agnes Loan Shoulder.
Betty's educational journey took her through Bath County High School before advancing to Dunsmore Business College in Staunton. Her spirit and dedication...
Mary S. Reed
Aug 24, 2025
Mary Martha Simmons Reed, 96, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born in Augusta County on March 25, 1929, to the late Carl Dewey and Dorothy Iota Arey Simmons.
She is survived by her two daughters, Glenda Darlene Reed Haynie and her husband, Jim and Shirley Carlene Reed Adams; her...
James W. Breckenridge
Aug 23, 2025
James William Breckenridge, 77, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2025, at the King's Daughters Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
He was born on July 12, 1948, in Staunton, to the late Sunberry Pennybaker and Mary Louise Adams Breckenridge.
James had a long career as a cook at both Western State Hospital and the Holsum Bakery.
Beyond his career, James was an...
Michael D. Stoher
Aug 21, 2025
Michael Dennis Stoher, 77, rode off into the sunset on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
He was born on Christmas Day 1947 to the late Chester Eugene and Virginia Louise Shoemaker Stoher in Ottumwa, Iowa.
He had three older sisters, Carol Smith of Jacksonville, Florida, Linda Duckworth, (deceased) of Tucson, Arizona; and Patty Hurley of Ottumwa, Iowa. As the youngest, Michael may have...
Thomas M. Mitchell
Aug 21, 2025
Thomas Michael Mitchell, 92, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on December 31, 1932, in Staunton, Virginia to the late James Dore Mitchell and Louise Jordan Mitchell (Mohr).
Tom attended Saint Francis Catholic School in Staunton and was a 1952 graduate of Augusta Military Academy in Fort Defiance.
Prior to retirement he was employed...
Nancy S. Davis
Aug 21, 2025
Nancy Louise Simpson Davis, 85, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. Her life was marked by her zest for life, deep faith, and commitment to her family and community.
She was born on April 8, 1940, in Washington, D.C., to the late James Henry and Teresa Louise Tillett Simpson.
She attended high school at Saint Mary’s...
Candance "Candy" D. Widner
Aug 18, 2025
Candance “Candy” Dawn Widner, 59, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at her residence in Craigsville.
She was born on August 16, 1966, in Lexington, to the late Lloyd Franklin, Sr. and Dolis Clifton Parker Nuckols.
She dedicated her career as a secretary for the Augusta Correctional Center.
Candace had a zest for life enjoying offroading in West Virginia with her husband...
Harry W. Bruckno
Aug 16, 2025
Harry Walter Bruckno, 82, formerly of Riverton, New Jersey, peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Charlottesville.
He was born on March 12, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Walter Harry and Stella Julia Adulis Bruckno.
Harry graduated from Lincoln High School before continuing his education at Staunton Military Academy, where he proudly played football and remained an active,...
Timothy C. Clemmer
Aug 13, 2025
Timothy Collins Clemmer, 68, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at The Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton.
He was born on August 2, 1957, in Staunton to the late Burness Carlton and Loretta Nadine Thomas Clemmer.
For many years, he dedicated himself to the food service industry, working at McCormick’s Restaurant, the Buckhorn Inn, and the Stock Exchange Deli. His...
John I. Petitt
Aug 12, 2025
John Ira Petitt, 71, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Carrington Place at Botetourt Commons in Daleville.
He was born on March 28, 1954, in Rockbridge County, to the late Ira Lee and Crystal Eleanor Grant Petitt.
John proudly served in the United States Navy. He also worked as a maintenance supervisor at the Powder Metallurgy Company in Lewisville, Texas.
Outside...
Sandra H. Lancaster
Aug 7, 2025
Sandra Dean Hicks Lancaster, 83, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, in Staunton.
A true force of nature, Sandra was the heart and soul of her family - the one who held everything and everyone together.
To her children, she was everything: a tireless taxi driver, a masterful chef, a meticulous scheduler, and the...
Cecelia L. Shott
Aug 7, 2025
Cecelia Louise Shott, 95 years old, of Staunton, Virginia entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 07, 2025. She and her husband, Bill, who passed away in 2015, relocated to Fishersville, VA from their home in Fords, NJ thirty-five years ago, and later to Staunton at The Legacy of North Augusta.
Mrs. Shott was born in Staten Island, NY in 1930...
Leon "Lee" B. Brooks
Aug 7, 2025
Leon “Lee” Bernard Brooks, 80, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Richmond.
He was born on March 13, 1945, in Staunton to the late Lewis Russell and Arlene Catherine Miller Brooks.
Lee graduated from Buffalo Gap High School in Swoope. Upon graduation he served in the United States Navy, before dedicating over thirty years as a...
Michael P. Ogden
Aug 6, 2025
Michael Paul Ogden, 84, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.
Born on November 19, 1940, in Hartford, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Harold J. and Alice Peck Ogden.
Michael honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, he embarked on a distinguished career in broadcasting, beginning...
John K. Anderson
Aug 5, 2025
John Kirk Anderson, 97, of Middlebrook, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, surrounded by his family.
John was born on March 15, 1928, in San Mateo, CA, to the late Hubert “Jo-Jo” Haven, Sr. and Marian Covert Wirtner Anderson.
He spent his early years in the San Francisco Bay Area before graduating from Western High School in Washington, D.C., and...
Evah L. Roller
Aug 4, 2025
Evah Lanora Ruth Roller, 104, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Bridgewater Retirement Community with her husband, Richard and her three daughters at her side.
She was born on March 26, 1921, in Parkersburg, WV to the late Bartelle and Florence (Doherty) Ruth of Belpre, OH.
Memories tie us together and our Mom knew how to do this with all...
Irvin L. Erler
Aug 2, 2025
Irvin Leslie Erler, 87, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.
He was born on November 17, 1937, in Norman Township, MI, to the late Norman Henry and Ruby Adelia Demouth Erler.
He attended Norman-Dickson High School. After graduating in 1956, he joined the Navy. While in the Navy, he met his beloved wife of sixty-three...
Rosa J. Little
Aug 2, 2025
Rosa Jaime Little, 64, departed this life on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025. Surrounded by her family, she passed peacefully at her home in Staunton, Virginia, following a lengthy illness.
Born August 11th, 1960 in Quezon City, Philippines, to Melquides Espino Jaime and Dionicia Tapnio Payumo, Rosa grew up in Mexico, Pampanga Province (Philippines). She worked overseas as a young adult, emigrating...
Joyce M. Harris
Aug 2, 2025
Joyce Ann Mowbray Harris, 75, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on January 13, 1950, in Keezletown to the late Homer Ray and Hazel Louella Nieswander Mowbray.
Joyce cared for children in her home daycare for over thirty years. She became known to many as “Nana,” a name still used by the many...
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