Obituaries
C. Bruce Campbell
Jan 16, 2026
C. Bruce Campbell, 83, of Staunton, a dedicated public servant and loving family man, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on December 11, 1942, in Albemarle County, to the late Everett James Campbell, Sr. and Louise Belle Farris Anderson. He lived a life characterized by service, both to his country and his...
Margaret "Peggy" A. Paxton
Jan 13, 2026
Margaret “Peggy” Ann Hite Paxton, 77, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Waynesboro.
She was born on November 8, 1948, in Staunton to the late James Hall and Margaret Elizabeth Painter Hite.
She was a devoted member at Linden Heights Baptist Church in Staunton.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald Cameron Paxton; and her...
Lonnie C. Maddox
Jan 13, 2026
Lonnie Carson Maddox, 75, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at his residence in Waynesboro.
He was born on January 2, 1951, in Augusta County, to the late Conley Ferdinand and Irene Gertrude Fitzgerald Maddox.
Lonnie was a devoted family man whose life was centered around faith and togetherness. He was a faithful member of Fishersville Baptist Church.
Lonnie shared a special...
Jerry L. Cupp
Jan 10, 2026
Jerry Lane Cupp, 68, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his residence in Verona.
He was born on November 5, 1957, in Staunton, to the late Oscar Fred and Ruth Thanet Hinton Cupp.
Jerry loved the Miami Dolphins and was a loyal fan through the years. He also enjoyed NASCAR and was a collector of many things. He was a...
Robert E. Duke
Jan 10, 2026
Robert Ernest Duke, 101, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton.
He was born on May 01, 1924, in Louisa County to the late John Andrew, II and Vivian Hawthorne Trice Duke.
He is survived by his wife, Tommie Gail Thigpen Duke; his children, Robert Ernest Duke, Jr., James Hardin Duke, Michael Cotter, Jean Manning Duke...
Wilson L. Cupp
Jan 9, 2026
Wilson Lee Cupp, 73, of Staunton, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, at UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville.
He was born on December 7, 1952, in Staunton, to the late Oscar Fred and Ruth Thanet Hinton Cupp.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Jo Meyer Cupp; his daughter, Sarah Bistel; his son, Matthew Cupp; his daughter-in-law, Evelyn Cupp; his grandchildren,...
Gaynelle R. Null
Jan 9, 2026
Gaynelle Faith Ralston Null, 97, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Staunton.
She was born on January 12, 1928, in Augusta County to the late Guy Anderson Ralston, Sr. and Dorothy Hazel Lightner Ralston.
Gaynelle was a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Staunton.
She was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Church. Her faith was very important to...
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...
Howard E. Ryder
Jan 7, 2026
Howard Eugene Ryder, 69, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on February 12, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late George Edward Ryder and Annabelle Webb Blackwell.
Howard spent many years working in the construction industry, taking pride in building homes with his own two hands.
Outside of work he loved the outdoors and...
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...
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