Obituaries
Betty M. Bartley
Sep 14, 2025
Betty Susan Miller Bartley, 92, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, Augusta Health Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on May 4, 1933, in Augusta County, to the late Harold Bittle and Mary Jane Snyder Miller.
Betty was a devoted homemaker whose greatest joy was caring for her family and her home. For a short period of time before dedicating...
The Honorable James "Jim" G. Welsh
Sep 9, 2025
James “Jim” Greer Welsh, 86, passed away peacefully at Salemtowne in Winston Salem, North Carolina on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
He was born on April 4, 1939, and was one of three sons to the late Donald Greer and Helen Kendall Welsh.
He spent his youth in Washington, DC and attended Calvin Cooledge High School. After high school, he attended the University...
Janet S. Grine
Sep 8, 2025
Janet May Smiley Grine, 81, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on March 28, 1944, in Staunton to the late William Guy, Sr. and Viola May McLear Smiley.
Janet’s greatest joy was her family – her daughter, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She also had a love for country music and never missed...
Laura E. Buckley
Sep 7, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Laura Elizabeth “Libbey” Buckley on September 7, 2025, following a brave battle with cancer. The beloved daughter of Carie and Debbie Buckley, Libbey was born in Little Rock, Arkansas. She grew up in Staunton, Virginia enjoying a very happy childhood.
After suffering a traumatic brain injury at age 17, Libbey...
Herman "Johnny" J. Johnson
Sep 5, 2025
Herman Junior Johnson, 88, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025, at Augusta Health Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on June 14, 1937, in Staunton to the late William McKinley, Sr. and Icy Mines Sprouse Johnson.
Herman served as a manager with a tire company, where his dedication and work ethic were well known.
Outside of work, he was a true...
Nellie A. Harris
Sep 4, 2025
Nellie Alene Sheffer Harris, 93, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, in Fishersville, VA.
She was born in Augusta County, VA to the late James Floyd Sheffer and Bertha Mae Jackson Bosserman.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow Preston Harris, and her son, Stephen Randal Harris.
A graveside service will take place at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, September 10,...
Michael J. Vayvada
Sep 3, 2025
Michael Joseph Vayvada, 63, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.
He was born on January 5, 1962, in Frederick, Maryland to the late George and Nancy Rebecca Kennedy Vayvada.
Michael was a graduate of the University of Virginia, where he earned his bachelor’s degree with a major in History and a minor...
Raymond "Junior" T. Conner
Sep 3, 2025
Raymond “Junior” Thomas Conner, Jr., 78, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on May 19, 1947, in Greenville to the late Raymond Thomas, Sr. and Elna Vaughn Ramsey Conner.
Raymond was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Church, where he generously gave his time serving as an usher for many years. He greeted...
Victoria "Vicki" F. Medley
Aug 30, 2025
Victoria "Vicki" Calhoun (Fitzgerald) Medley, 73, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Victoria was born at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg on August 26, 1952, to the late William Fitzgerald and Josephine Marie Fitzgerald (Hite).
She is survived by her son, Joseph Carter Medley, and his wife, Dawn, as well as her grandchildren, Laura Olivia Medley...
Chrystal M. DeSarno
Aug 29, 2025
Chrystal Mae (Robertson) DeSarno, 48, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Chrystal was born on March 31, 1977, in Waynesboro to Douglas Wayne and Katherine Lee (Fitzgerald) Robertson.
As the owner of a reputable cleaning business, Chrystal demonstrated an unparalleled work ethic. Her ability to manage her business while being a devoted family member is a...
Marion Hallinan
Aug 26, 2025
Marion Hallinan, 95, formerly of Farmington, CT, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, in Charlottesville, Virginia.
She leaves behind her two daughters, Kimberly and Jennifer; her three grandsons, Dustin, Ryan and Kyle; one great-granddaughter, Ruby.
She is preceded in death by her two children, Peter and Philippa, who passed way in 1993 and 2009, respectively.
She was born in London, England. She was...
Christine Y. Knopp
Aug 25, 2025
Christine Marie Yahnig Knopp passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 106 on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Christine's deep faith was evident in every aspect of her life, which shone through her joyful spirit and unwavering trust in God. She was a steadfast prayer warrior with a radiant heart, always living out her faith in action and grace.
Born...
Betty N. Wade
Aug 24, 2025
Betty Jean Neff Wade, 79, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton.
She was born on July 19, 1946, in Bath County, to the late Charles Clifford Neff, Sr. and Della Agnes Loan Shoulder.
Betty's educational journey took her through Bath County High School before advancing to Dunsmore Business College in Staunton. Her spirit and dedication...
Mary S. Reed
Aug 24, 2025
Mary Martha Simmons Reed, 96, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born in Augusta County on March 25, 1929, to the late Carl Dewey and Dorothy Iota Arey Simmons.
She is survived by her two daughters, Glenda Darlene Reed Haynie and her husband, Jim and Shirley Carlene Reed Adams; her...
James W. Breckenridge
Aug 23, 2025
James William Breckenridge, 77, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2025, at the King's Daughters Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
He was born on July 12, 1948, in Staunton, to the late Sunberry Pennybaker and Mary Louise Adams Breckenridge.
James had a long career as a cook at both Western State Hospital and the Holsum Bakery.
Beyond his career, James was an...
Michael D. Stoher
Aug 21, 2025
Michael Dennis Stoher, 77, rode off into the sunset on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
He was born on Christmas Day 1947 to the late Chester Eugene and Virginia Louise Shoemaker Stoher in Ottumwa, Iowa.
He had three older sisters, Carol Smith of Jacksonville, Florida, Linda Duckworth, (deceased) of Tucson, Arizona; and Patty Hurley of Ottumwa, Iowa. As the youngest, Michael may have...
Thomas M. Mitchell
Aug 21, 2025
Thomas Michael Mitchell, 92, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on December 31, 1932, in Staunton, Virginia to the late James Dore Mitchell and Louise Jordan Mitchell (Mohr).
Tom attended Saint Francis Catholic School in Staunton and was a 1952 graduate of Augusta Military Academy in Fort Defiance.
Prior to retirement he was employed...
Nancy S. Davis
Aug 21, 2025
Nancy Louise Simpson Davis, 85, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. Her life was marked by her zest for life, deep faith, and commitment to her family and community.
She was born on April 8, 1940, in Washington, D.C., to the late James Henry and Teresa Louise Tillett Simpson.
She attended high school at Saint Mary’s...
Candance "Candy" D. Widner
Aug 18, 2025
Candance “Candy” Dawn Widner, 59, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at her residence in Craigsville.
She was born on August 16, 1966, in Lexington, to the late Lloyd Franklin, Sr. and Dolis Clifton Parker Nuckols.
She dedicated her career as a secretary for the Augusta Correctional Center.
Candace had a zest for life enjoying offroading in West Virginia with her husband...
Harry W. Bruckno
Aug 16, 2025
Harry Walter Bruckno, 82, formerly of Riverton, New Jersey, peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Charlottesville.
He was born on March 12, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Walter Harry and Stella Julia Adulis Bruckno.
Harry graduated from Lincoln High School before continuing his education at Staunton Military Academy, where he proudly played football and remained an active,...
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