Obituaries

Dr. Rudolph M. Bell

Dr. Rudolph M. Bell

Apr 16, 2024

Dr. Rudolph Mardre Bell, 90, went to be with his Savior in Heaven on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. 

He is survived by his six children, Katharine Kammer (Will) of Wilmington, North Carolina; Rudolph M. Bell, Jr. (Venah) of Liberty, South Carolina; Sarah Meekhof (John) of Spokane, Washington; Dudley Bell (Julie) of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Andrew Bell of Wilmington, North Carolina; and...

Eva "Becky" C. Huffman

Eva "Becky" C. Huffman

Apr 11, 2024

Eva Rebecca “Becky” (Campbell) Huffman, 67, of Goshen, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

She was born on January 13,1957 in Augusta County, the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Ellie Mae Campbell.  She was the widow of the late Lloyd “Junior” Huffman who passed away on March 26, 2022.

In addition to her parents...

Michael D. Teel

Michael D. Teel

Apr 10, 2024

Michael David Teel, 67, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born on August 27, 1956, in Edmund, WV, to the late Pete Dallas, Jr. and Alberta Madeline Alberta Teel.

Michael was a dedicated, hardworking man who loved his family dearly. He was a master builder who worked for Virginia Frame Builders & Supply in...

Wilma M. Harlow

Wilma M. Harlow

Apr 10, 2024

Wilma Moats Harlow, 83, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

She was born on May 22, 1940, in McDowell to the late James Floyd and Mabel Vanlear Varner Moats.

She worked at Crompton Shenandoah as a secretary for 24 years, then for 10 years at Clem & Co. She then continued her work as a secretary...

John K. Cudahy

John K. Cudahy

Apr 8, 2024

John Kevin Cudahy, 78, entered eternal life on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Royal Care, Birch Ridge in Staunton, Virginia. 

John was born into life on February 26, 1946, in Queens, NY, as the only child of the late John Thomas and Ella Lecesse Cudahy. Later, his family moved to Merrick, NY, and John moved to Staunton, VA in 1999.

John dedicated...

Gladys M. Houser

Gladys M. Houser

Apr 7, 2024

Gladys Lee Moomau Houser, 91, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

She was born on August 1, 1932, in Greenville, to the late Charlie Mason and Ethel Thomas Daugherty Moomau.

Gladys had a passion for crocheting and reading. She found great joy in creating things as well as the inspiration she found within the pages of...

Eugene T. Higgs

Eugene T. Higgs

Apr 5, 2024

Eugene T. Gene Higgs, 81, of Fishersville, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, at his home, peacefully surrounded by family after a brief illness.

He was born in Hagerstown, MD. on September 30, 1942, to the late Carl Thurston and Rachel Younkins Higgs.

Gene graduated from Hagerstown High School and complete a B.S. in Math from Bridgewater College. He served in...

Anne R. Haines

Anne R. Haines

Apr 4, 2024

Anne Katherine Reagan Haines, 94, of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024.

Anne was born December 10, 1929 in Asheville, NC to the late William Taylor and Mary Hazel Shelton Reagan.

Before moving permanently to Asheville, she lived in several communities in Western North Carolina, where her father worked as a civil engineer with the State Highway Department.

She was educated...

Shirley C. Spiggle Carter

Shirley C. Spiggle Carter

Apr 4, 2024

Shirley Florence Cline Spiggle Carter, 91, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. Shirley was born in Verona on June 10, 1932, the daughter of the late Clarence Eugene and Hazel Ruth Sheets Cline. Shirley was a lifetime member of Verona United Methodist Church. She went to school at Verona and Mt. Sidney High School. She enjoyed...

Frances P. Coffey

Frances P. Coffey

Apr 4, 2024

Frances Painter Coffey, 96, a beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Brightview Baldwin Park in Staunton. 

She was born on December 15, 1927, in Staunton, to the late James Andrew and Annie Pearl Wood Painter.

In her professional journey, Frances started as a switch board operator with C & P Telephone Company before...

Hampton H. Hairfield, Jr.

Hampton H. Hairfield, Jr.

Apr 2, 2024

Hampton H. Hairfield Jr., 91, of Staunton, peacefully entered eternal life on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Royal Care at Birch Ridge in Staunton with his wife by his side. 

He was born February 4, 1933, in Staunton. He was the son of the late Hampton H. Hairfield, Sr. and Josephine Hanna Hairfield.

He attended St. Francis Roman Catholic School, Robert E....

Isaac E. Davis

Isaac E. Davis

Apr 1, 2024

Isaac Emmanuel Davis, 40, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024, in Staunton.

He was born March 3, 1984, to Harold Randolph and Ivy Jane Wells.

Isaac will be rembered for his love of plants, technology and his dog, Forest. Leaving behind to cherish his memories are his brothers, Lucan Davis (Tawanna), Theodore Wells II (Tasha), Harold Wells (Alicia) and Martin Wells (Theresa),...

Robert C. Bennett

Robert C. Bennett

Apr 1, 2024

Robert Charles Bennett, 79, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born January 23, 1945, in Knoxville, TN to the late Samuel Voitovich and Frances Betty Flynn Bennett

Robert’s legacy was all about brotherly kindness. He was always there to support and empathize with anyone who needed it. His memory inspires others to spread warmth...

Elsie K. Botkin

Elsie K. Botkin

Mar 31, 2024

Elsie Kelley Botkin, 89, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

She was born on October 3, 1934, in Deerfield to the late Ernest Noah and Myrtha Fink Kelley.

Elsie graduated from Churchville High School. After graduating she worked for the Coat Factory for several years in Staunton. She was an avid homemaker and loved gardening and...

Rinday A. Forbes

Rinday A. Forbes

Mar 31, 2024

Rinday Ann Forbes, 90, passed away on Sunday, March 31,2024, at her residence in Craigsville.

She was born May 15, 1933, in Augusta County to the late Auther Alexander Sprouse and Ruby Ardelis Carroll Barnett.

Throughout her life, Rinday found enjoyment in various hobbies and interests, including puzzles, porcelain dolls, and trips to the Salvation Army. She was also a member of...

Richard L. Sica

Richard L. Sica

Mar 31, 2024

Richard Louis Sica, 90, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.   He was born on June 8, 1933, in Torrington, CT to the late Chester Joseph and Anna Irene Battistoni Sica.  Richard dedicated thirty-eight years of his life as an inspector with Torin Corporation and continued his career...

Betty L. Conn

Betty L. Conn

Mar 30, 2024

Betty Lou Shaver Conn, 73, passed away on Saturday March 30, 2024, at her residence in Mount Sidney.

She was born on September 18, 1950, in Harrisonburg to the late Orvie Marvin Shaver, Sr. and Louise Virginia Hanger Shaver.

She attended the Lebanon Church of the Brethren and Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church. Betty enjoyed sewing, spending time with family and attending...

John "Dick" R. Bartenslager

John "Dick" R. Bartenslager

Mar 26, 2024

John "Dick" Richard Bartenslager, 90, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Brightview at Baldwin Park in Staunton.  

He was born on November 27, 1933, in York County, PA to the late Dr. Arthur "Doc" Valentine Bartenslager and Mrs. Delilah Orr Bartenslager. 

Dick had a rich and fulfilling life, marked by diverse career experiences that ultimately led him to find his...

David M. West

David M. West

Mar 24, 2024

David Michael West, 67, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

He was born January 11, 1957, in Burlington, VT, to the late Lawrence Lewis and Bertha Mae Sulham West.

David was a lover of the great outdoors. When he wasn't pursuing his passion for hunting and fishing, you could often find him cheering on his favorite...

Mitzi L. Hughes

Mitzi L. Hughes

Mar 21, 2024

Mitzi Lynn (Mays) Hughes, 54, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at her residence in Greenville.

She was born in Bristol, Virginia on April 4, 1969, to the late Walter Sherill and Beulah Beatriss Dawson Mays.

Mitzi's career as an RN spanned across various healthcare settings, including Augusta Health, Langley Airforce, and Home Health. Her compassion and dedication towards her patients...

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