Obituaries
William D. Baylor
Jan 8, 2026
William David Baylor, 83, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, in Bridgewater.
He was born on November 30, 1942, in Staunton, to the late William Marshall and Nancy Smith Riddick Baylor.
He is survived by his wife, Jane Hall Baylor; his daughter, Sara Baylor Hensley (Kevin); his son, Stephen Baylor (Malia); and his sister, Barbara Bell.
In addition to his parents, he...
Shawn M. Rohr
Jan 7, 2026
Shawn Michael Rohr, 38, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on May 16, 1987, in Charlottesville to Carolyn Ann Weaver Rohr and the late Donald Lee Rohr.
Shawn worked as a sheep farmer, a profession he truly loved and took great pride in.
He was a proud graduate of Riverheads High School, Class of...
Dorothy R. Back
Jan 7, 2026
Dorothy Lee Rowe Back, 94, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Heritage Hall in Lexington.
She was born on July 5, 1931, in Swoope to the late Lambert Alwin and Lillian Lenora Crickenberger Rowe.
Dorothy retired from the American Safety Razor Company in Verona after thirty-two years of service. Outside of work, she found great joy in the outdoors and...
Gloria B. Craig
Jan 7, 2026
Gloria Amanda Baylor Craig, 82, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born on September 18, 1943, in Staunton to the late, George “Pedro” Woodrow and Corleen “Corky” Lyons Gross Baylor.
Gloria was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and dedicated homemaker whose family was always at the center of her life....
Michael S. Dolan
Jan 6, 2026
Michael Sean Dolan, died on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Staunton. He was 61. Michael, known to most as Mike, was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in 1964.
He was an adventurer, traveler, and free spirit. He traveled all over Europe, spent time throughout the western and southwestern United States, including several trips through the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River,...
Delores M. Tutwiler
Jan 3, 2026
Dolores Mae Tutwiler, 85, of 55 Riverview Drive in Verona, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Dolores was born on May 1, 1940, in Rockingham County to the late Arnold Paul, Sr. and Mabel Gertrude (Moyers) Tutwiler.
She was a graduate of Middle River High School in Weyers Cave and professionally served for more than four...
Rev. Dr. David K. Clarke
Jan 2, 2026
The Rev. Dr. David Keith Clarke, 86, widower of Linda Kay (Freeland) Clarke, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at his home in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.
He was born on August 27, 1939, in Charleston, West Virginia, son of the late Leonard Gordon Clarke and Marguerite Lucille (Lyons) Clarke.
He was a graduate of DuPont High School, Morris Harvey College,...
Corbin A. Rose
Jan 1, 2026
Corbin Alexander Rose, 25, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at his residence in Fishersville.
He was born on September 12, 2000, in Fishersville to Dana Cook and Troy Rose.
Corbin graduated from Fort Defiance High School in 2018 and then went on to serve in the United States Navy.
He truly loved the outdoors, especially hiking and spending time in nature....
Robert B. Mason
Dec 30, 2025
Robert Buford Mason, 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 30, 2025, at his residence in Fort Defiance.
He was born on July 8, 1943, in Indianapolis, IN, to the late Morris A. and Rebecca Mae Shelton Mason.
Robert began his education at Bristol College, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. Following his studies, he served honorably as a proud...
Norval G. Johnston, II
Dec 29, 2025
Norval Gole Johnston II, 89, of Martinsburg, WV, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 29, 2025. He was a resident of The Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton, VA.
He was born on August 29, 1936, in Kearneysville, West Virginia, to the late Norval Gole Johnston Sr. and Margie Virginia (Stanley) Johnston. He is preceded in death by...
Fay M. Coffman
Dec 29, 2025
With heavy hearts yet trust in God’s promises, we remember the life of our beloved, Fay Victoria Myrtle Coffman, 83, who passed away peacefully at her home in Augusta County on Monday, December 29, 2025.
She was born at home on May 27, 1942, in Lofton, to the late Jesse Iralie Myrtle and Lena Frances Anderson.
Fay was a devoted partner, loving...
Carmela D. Petrosino
Dec 28, 2025
Carmela Petrosino, 89, of Staunton, wife of the late Vincenzo "Vince" Petrosino, passed peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday December 28, 2025, at Regency at Augusta in Fishersville.
Born on November 10, 1936, in Monte Sant’Angelo, Italy, Carmela lived a life shaped by faith, family, and quiet strength. From an early age, she learned the meaning of love through service. Growing...
Michael E. Nelson
Dec 25, 2025
Michael Edward Nelson, 62, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at his residence in Verona.
He was born on March 10, 1963, in Staunton, to the late Floyd “Eddie” Edward and Opal Mae Childress Nelson.
Michael proudly served his country for fourteen years in the Army National Guard.
He was most at home outdoors or on the move and was the owner...
Margaret R. Halterman
Dec 25, 2025
Margaret Lee Roberts Halterman passed away on Thursday morning, December 25, 2025, at the age of 95.
She was born April 28, 1930, in Crozet, Virginia, to John William Roberts and Nora Smith Roberts.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Richard K. Halterman, and her sister, Betty Arehart.
She is survived by her son, Dick Halterman (Sally), and...
Betty L. Woolridge
Dec 25, 2025
Betty L. Woolridge, 80, widow of Pete Woolridge, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 25, 2025.
Betty was born on September 24, 1945 in Highland County to the late Grover Cleveland Moats, Sr. and Lillie May Malcolm Moats.
Betty was a lifetime member of the Churchville Rescue Squad, and she played a pivotal role in supporting her local area. She...
Preston C. Manning, Jr.
Dec 24, 2025
Preston Cocke Manning, Jr. died after a brief illness early on December 24, 2025, at his home at AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton, Virginia.
Preston (“Pres”) was born in Columbia, South Carolina on January 4, 1931, to Preston C. Manning and Virginia W. Manning (Williams).
He and brothers Fred and Dick lived with their parents in Columbia and Florence, South Carolina until...
Mark E. Earhart
Dec 23, 2025
Mark Edward Earhart, 68, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on June 27, 1957, in Staunton to the late Richard Andy and Betty Sislica Helmick Earhart.
Mark was well known throughout the area for his work as a vinyl and carpet installer. He also worked for Cerro Metal in Weyers Cave as a...
Carl V. Hiner, Jr.
Dec 21, 2025
Carl Victor Hiner, Jr., 68, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on December 22, 1956, in Staunton to the late Carl Victor, Sr. and Laquitta Aminee Harris Hiner.
Carl spent his career working as a driver for WNI Industries.
Outside of his work life he was a people person and truly enjoyed social gatherings,...
Adam W. Gregory
Dec 19, 2025
Adam Wayne Gregory, 43, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on December 12, 1982, in Staunton to Rocky Wayne Gregory and Brenda Sue Myers Depriest.
For nine years, Adam worked as a salesman for Frito-Lay.
A proud alumnus of Riverheads High School, he left a lasting mark on the school’s athletic history. He was...
Donald L. Obst
Dec 18, 2025
Donald Lee Obst, 68, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on July 16, 1957, in Salem, Ohio, to the late Walter Robert, Jr. and Daisy Dell Ingram Obst.
Donald worked in the transportation industry for a number of years, where he was a driver for
D.M. Conner Trucking in Stuarts Draft.
He is survived by...
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