Obituaries
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,...
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,...
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