Obituaries
Dorothy F. Eckard
Mar 16, 2026
Dorothy Louise Rebecca Frank Eckard, 100, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on March 16, 1926, in Rockingham County, to the late Joseph Franklin and Florence Rebecca Caroline Lam Frank.
Dorothy was hardworking woman who spent many years serving her community in the elementary school cafeteria.
At home, Dorothy found happiness in life’s simple...
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...
Gary L. Bradley
Mar 13, 2026
Gary Leon Bradley, 68, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on August 24, 1957, in Rockbridge County to the late Roy Franklin and Greta Beard Schickel Bradley.
Gary was a retired Deputy with the Augusta County Sheriff's Office, where he dedicated twenty-three years serving the citizens of Augusta County.
He was a member of...
Ruby H. Linkous
Mar 10, 2026
Ruby Phyllis Houff Linkous, 96, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Bridgewater Retirement Community.
She was born on March 13, 1929, in Augusta County to the late Hobert Lester and Eunice Loraine Rodeffer Houff.
Ruby dedicated many years of her career as an Administrative Assistant with various businesses.
Outside of her professional life, Ruby found great joy in cooking and bringing...
Patricia A. Duff
Mar 10, 2026
Patricia Ann Tierney Duff, 80, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville surrounded by her family.
She was born on April 1, 1945, in Hartford, Connecticut to the late Martin Frederick, Sr. and Margaret Regina Burdick Tierney.
For most of her adult life, Patricia worked as a textile worker. Later, she continued her career at Wal-Mart, where...
Kenneth E. Roberts
Mar 9, 2026
Kenneth Eugene Roberts, 65, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on March 28, 1960, to the late Claborn Edison, Sr. and Janet Louise McLain Roberts.
Kenneth was known for his love of the outdoors. He was a member of the Dry Run Hunting Club in Williamsville. An avid hunter and fisherman, Kenneth found...
Paul E. Campbell
Mar 9, 2026
Paul Edward Campbell, 72, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his residence in Greenville, Virginia.
He was born on April 1, 1953, in Rockbridge County to the late Morris “Dick” Henley, Sr. and Phyllis Ray Harlow Campbell.
Paul was a member of Greenville Baptist Church.
He worked for many years in construction with Brown & Root and Industrial Fabricators.
Outside of work,...
Dale W. McCray
Mar 6, 2026
Dale William McCray, 59, passed away on March 6, 2026, in Greenville.
He was born October 12, 1966, to the late Bobby Wayne McCray Sr. and Evangeline Rosette Campbell McCray.
Dale worked for B&S Contracting for twelve years. He enjoyed camping, riding his motorcycle, and spending time on the farm working with tractors with his son Dillon. He also loved jeeping and...
Louise C. McGavock
Mar 5, 2026
Louise Corell McGavock, 93, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and elementary school teacher, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Born on December 15, 1932, in Botetourt County, to the late Oscar Buchanan, Sr. and Nannie Bell Harr Corell, she spent her life inspiring others through education and service.
She earned her bachelor's degree from Radford College...
George "Pete" F. Benson
Mar 5, 2026
George “Pete” Frederick Benson, 65, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Brookdale in Harrisonburg.
He was born on April 10, 1960, in Staunton to the late Samuel Franklin Benson and Mary Kathleen Taylor Diehl.
Pete attended Wilson Memorial High School, where he played both football and basketball and developed a lifelong love of sports. He remained an avid sports fan...
Troy L. Phillips
Mar 5, 2026
Troy Lynn Phillips, 69, passed away on March 5, 2026.
He was born on July 13, 1956, Troy spent his entire life in the Vesuvius area, a place he deeply loved and proudly called home.
Troy was welcomed into Heaven by his parents, Wallace and Evelyn; his granddaughters, McKinley Braxton and Bailey Walker, who finally got to meet their Paw; his sister,...
Jeffrey A. Taylor
Mar 4, 2026
Jeffrey Alexander Taylor, age 66, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at his home in Staunton, Virginia.
He was born on February 6, 1960, in Franklin County, Virginia to Dalton Taylor and Nellie Harris.
Jeff lived a joyful life known for his smile, laughter, great cooking, and his dedication to the Washington Redskins/Commanders.
He is survived by his wife, Sheila Ann...
Kenneth W. Olson
Mar 3, 2026
Kenneth Wilber Olson, 96, passed peacefully in his home on March 3, 2026, surrounded by his family. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Kenny is now reunited with his wife of nearly sixty years, Judith (Judy) Wood Olson.
Born on November 22, 1929, in Minneapolis, MN, to the late Henry G. and Ruby Johnson Olson, Kenny began his career in...
Wanda C. Boyers
Mar 3, 2026
Wanda Clark Boyers, 78, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at her home in Staunton. Born on February 11, 1948, in Augusta Springs, she was the daughter of the late James “Bill” Irving Clark and Mildred Virginia Carper Clark.
Wanda was formerly employed at Genicom before dedicating her life to caring for her home...
Betty S. Roadcap
Mar 3, 2026
Our beloved mom and grandma, Betty Jean (Sprinkle) Roadcap, age 91, was embraced by our Lord and entered the gates of heaven on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, with her loving family by her side at her residence.
She was born on October 15, 1934, in Broadway, Virginia. She was the beloved daughter of the late Robert and Gertrude (Showalter) Sprinkle.
Betty lived...
Judy M. Bullis
Mar 2, 2026
Judy Wilda Massey Bullis, 76, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at her residence in Harrisonburg.
She was born on May 13, 1949, in Staunton, to the late George Thomas and Wilda Gardner Miller Massey.
Judy devoted her life to her home and family as a homemaker. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures. In her spare time, she enjoyed working...
Alan S. Wilkerson
Mar 1, 2026
The First Sergeant has reported to his final permanent duty station. The family is still awaiting word whether he needs his temperate or hot weather gear shipped to his new duty location.
Chief Master Sergeant Alan Sedwick Wilkerson lost his sixteen-year battle with multiple myeloma cancer on March 1, 2026.
He was born in Staunton on November 22, 1955, he was the...
Rita H. Fleisher
Mar 1, 2026
Rita Lou Hughes Fleisher, 84, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on April 2, 1941, in Veager, West Virginia to the late James Harold, Sr. and Clemma Payne Hughes.
Rita dedicated much of her working life to serving others. She was employed as a Psychiatric Aide at Western State Hospital in Staunton, where...
Anthony T. Crawford
Feb 28, 2026
Anthony Tyrone Crawford, 70, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on July 12, 1955, in Staunton to the late Joan Crawford and Preston William Lee Moore.
Anthony graduated in 1974 from Robert E. Lee High School. He was employed at Walmart as a Customer Service Representative and retired after twenty years of dedicated...
Robert J. Spiggle
Feb 26, 2026
Robert Jonathan Spiggle, 71, of Mount Sidney, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at his home.
He was born April 25, 1954, to the late Robert Lee Spiggle and Shirley Florence Cline Spiggle Carter.
From the very beginning, he was deeply rooted in the Shenandoah Valley, a place he always called home. Throughout his life, Robert was defined by service, strength,...
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