Obituaries
Patricia G. Patterson
Mar 14, 2026
Patricia Ann Gordon Patterson, 82, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on January 27, 1944. In Cincinnati, Ohio to the late James Robert and Alice Virginia Fitzgerald Gordon.
Patricia earned her four-year degree from James Madison University, in Harrisonburg where she was a proud member of the final all-female graduating class before the...
Dr. Carol A. Shannon
Apr 18, 2025
Dr. Carol Ann Shannon, 82, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Carol was born on March 25, 1943, in Jackson, Michigan, to the late Anne and John Shannon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Jacquelyn Shannon.
She spent her childhood in Michigan Center, Michigan, where...
John "Cutch" M. Tuttle III
Apr 6, 2026
John "Cutch" McCutcheon Tuttle III, 46, a beloved musician, artist, and educator, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Staunton.
Born on October 25, 1979, in Waynesboro, to John McCutcheon, Jr. and Astrid Marina Heimer Tuttle, Cutch's life was marked by a profound dedication to music, art, and the nurturing of future generations through his passion for teaching and...
Edward L. Robbins
Apr 5, 2026
Edward Lee Robbins, 76, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at his residence in Fishersville.
He was born on July 15, 1949, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina to the late Willard Speight and Mittie Bell Bridgers Robbins.
Lee was a graduate of North Carolina State University. He was a co-owner of Wyse Enterprises, a software and IT company. He was highly...
Bonnie C. Mason
Apr 4, 2026
Bonnie Edna Campbell Mason, 82, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at home.
She was born on November 21, 1943, in Waynesboro to the late Raymond Elwood and Edna Lavaun Fulwider Campbell.
Bonnie loved spending time outdoors, especially going camping and enjoying the beauty of nature.
She had a special passion for planting flowers, and particularly loved sunflowers and orchids, which brought...
Helen D. Caldwell
Apr 4, 2026
Helen Mae Dunlow Caldwell, 89, widow of Alexander Lee Caldwell, Sr., passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on December 18, 1936, in Boykins, to the late Louis Hurley and and Samantha Rayner Dunlow.
Helen graduated from Boykins High School and Smithdeal-Massey Business College in Richmond.
In 1958, Helen married Alexander Lee Caldwell, Sr. and...
Ruth K. Rathburn
Apr 1, 2026
Anna Ruth Knopp Rathburn, 95, widow of Ronald R. Rathburn, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Blue Ridge Christian Home in Raphine.
She was born on February 12, 1931, in Augusta County to the late George Henry and Bessie Fields Black Knopp.
Ruth was raised on Middlebrook Avenue in Staunton. She was the ninth of eleven children.
She attended school in...
Patricia W. Davis
Mar 30, 2026
Patricia Wanda Mitchell Davis, 84, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on June 21, 1941, in Staunton to the late Andrew Rodgers and Thelma Edna Berry Mitchell.
Patricia enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, especially working with jigsaw puzzles and playing bingo.
She retired from Genesco in Verona, where she worked as a dispatcher...
Norma C. Pomphrey
Mar 29, 2026
Norma Faye Crosier Pomphrey, 86, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at her residence in Verona.
She was born on January 4, 1940, in Waiteville, West Virginia to the late Perry Alvin, Sr. and Garnette Lucille Bostic Crosier, one of thirteen children.
Norma dedicated her life to caring for her home and those she loved. She found great joy in gardening,...
Jennifer H. Rousseau
Mar 27, 2026
Jennifer Marie Huffman Rousseau, 49, a devoted mother, loving daughter, and cherished friend, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.
Jennifer was born on December 19, 1976, in Staunton, to Jean Stover and Gary Huffman.
Jennifer graduated from Wilson Memorial High School in 1995 and went on to attend Marshall University. She was known as a...
Katherine R. Blosser
Mar 25, 2026
Katherine Rebecca Rhodes Blosser, 90, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on January 20, 1936, in Augusta County, the daughter of the late Dylmus Sylvester and Lille Ethel White Rhodes.
She was a faithful member of the Hildebrand Mennonite Church in Waynesboro.
Her love for reading and books brought...
John W. Cash
Mar 24, 2026
John Wesley Cash, 63, left behind his worldly body for his renewed one, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
John was a Riverheads High School graduate, class of 1981, where he participated in numerous sports.
During his career, John excelled as a skilled Tool and Die Machinist. Outside of his profession, he was an avid fan of the Hokies and was known as...
Robert J. Weiss
Mar 22, 2026
Robert John Weiss, 88, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on April 9, 1937, in Pomona, California to the late Lorell Edgar and Sylvia Mae DeHart Weiss.
A devoted academic, Robert earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics from UCLA and spent more than forty years as a professor at Bridgewater College and Mary Baldwin...
Donna V. Danner
Mar 19, 2026
Donna Katherine Van Fossen Danner, 80, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family in Staunton, Virginia.
Born on January 31, 1946 in Staunton, Virginia, Donna was the only child of the late Calvin Lewis and Betty Katherine Wimer Van Fossen.
Donna graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1964. She received a Bachelor’s degree in...
Bonnie J. Shearer
Mar 19, 2026
Bonnie Jean Shearer, 56, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at her residence in Stuarts Draft.
She was born on November 15, 1969, in Winchester to Stephen Ray and Barbara Jean Shumaker Bartley.
Bonnie had a deep love for music, especially country, but her all-time favorite singer was Elvis Presley.
She found joy in the simple pleasures of life - traveling to...
William E. Simmons
Mar 19, 2026
William Elburne Simmons, 87, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on July 3, 1938, in Staunton to the late Harry Richard, Sr. and Charlene Nannie Campbell Simmons.
Elburne was a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Staunton.
He went on to build a career as a mechanics...
Tamara "Tammy" B. Flavin
Mar 18, 2026
Tamara “Tammy” Jean Bragg Flavin, 75, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on September 19, 1950, in Staunton to the late Earl Henry, Sr. and Annie Jeanette Jones Bragg.
Tamara was a proud graduate of Robert E. Lee High School, class of 1968.
She dedicated eighteen years of her life to working at Augusta...
Sandra H. Ballew
Mar 17, 2026
Sandra Howe Ballew, a dedicated educator, devoted daughter and sister, and beloved aunt, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Born on June 17, 1947, in Staunton, Virginia, Sandra was the eldest daughter of the late William H. (“Bill”) and Mary Ann Howe Ballew. From a young age, she embraced her role as the eldest sister to Patricia (“Patti”) and Cynthia...
Christopher S. Reed
Mar 17, 2026
Christopher Scott Reed, 60, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and dear friend, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at his residence in Goshen.
He was born on December 22, 1965, in Staunton, to William "Bill" Eskar and Marilyn Elizabeth Kinzie Reed.
Chris was a dedicated professional who worked at Wieland Provides, Inc. in Verona.
Beyond his career, he was a true...
Charlie E. Dawson
Mar 17, 2026
Charlie Elton Dawson, 80, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on October 8, 1945, in Campbell County to the late Henry Wilson and Annie Elizabeth Watson Dawson.
Charlie dedicated twenty-five years of his life to working as a plumber at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was a proud veteran of the United States Army,...
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