Obituaries
Jane H. Law
Jul 1, 2026
Jane Arnold Hawpe Law, 83, of Middlebrook, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
She was born on October 7, 1942, in Greenville to the late Arnold Clarkson and Emma Virginia Moneymaker Hawpe.
Jane found joy in caring for others throughout her life. While she held a variety of jobs over the years, including church secretary, the role she cherished most was...
Dorothy R. Guffey
Jul 1, 2026
Dorothy Alice Roberts Guffey, 98, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Birch Gardens Assisted Living in Staunton.
She was born on September 13, 1927, in Augusta County to the late Ira Clemmer, Sr. and Macy Nora Goode Roberts.
Dorothy was a lifelong member of Marquis Memorial United Methodist Church in Staunton. She was employed by American Safety Razor in Verona...
Edith S. Reynolds
Jun 30, 2026
Edith Shrader Reynolds, 97, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah in Fishersville.
She was born on December 24, 1928, in Hayter Gap, Virginia to the late William Ernest and Hassie Lee Counts Shrader.
Edith was a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church in Staunton. She retired from Western State Hospital after thirty-two years of dedicated service...
Maria E. Talley-Atkins
Jun 27, 2026
Maria Elizabeth Talley-Atkins, 70, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on September 27, 1955, in Staunton to the late Chester Winston, Jr. and Louise Charlotte Bricca Talley.
Maria pursued her education at Mary Baldwin College in Staunton, the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, and James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Her passion for science...
Colbert "Cobbie" B. Ferguson
Jun 26, 2026
Colbert "Cobbie" Lorraine Kelly Bell Ferguson, 83, departed this life on Friday, June 26, 2026, at The Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton.
Cobbie was born in Staunton on August 17, 1942. She was the daughter of Catherine H. Morton and Alonzo N. Morton.
Cobbie moved to Linden, NJ in 1949 where she graduated from Linden High School in 1960 and went...
Paul L. Hassett, Jr.
Jun 22, 2026
Paul LaVelle Hassett, Jr., 72, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026 at his residence.
Paul was born in Staunton on October 4, 1953, to the late Paul LaVelle Hassett, Sr. and Joyce Layne Tyler Hassett.
Survivors include his wife, Brenda Rankin Hassett; his sons, Paul "Trae" LaVelle Hassett III and Matthew Hassett; his brother, Garry Hassett; his sister, Kimberley Hassett Poole;...
Willie R. Lowe
Jun 21, 2026
Willie Roy Lowe, 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. His gentle soul and giving nature left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
He was born on March 10, 1951, in Mount Airy, NC, to the late Roy Ernest and Lillian Ruth Hall Lowe.
Willie was known as the sweetest man in the...
Gene N. Cash, Sr.
Jun 20, 2026
Gene Nelson Cash, Sr., 85, entered God’s victory Lane on Saturday, June 20, 2026. He completed eighty-five and a half laps around the sun and is now in the arms of his Savior Jesus Christ.
Gene was born on December 29, 1940, in Augusta County, to the late Samuel Harrison and Mary Lou Fix Cash, the ninth of ten children. He...
Ronald N. Dixon
Jun 17, 2026
Ronald Neill Dixon, 85, was born on a Good Friday in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He earned a fine arts degree from the Belfast College of Art, emigrated to the United States at the age of 24 and built a career in stained glass and the ecclesiastical arts. He worked for Hopcroft Studio, and then freelanced with the Willett, Winebarger, and...
Kenneth S. Bartley
Jun 16, 2026
Kenneth Scott Bartley, 66, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
He was born on May 6, 1960, in Staunton, to the late William Gary and Lucille Gay Gum Bartley.
An electrician by trade, he worked for over forty years at Sheffer’s Electrical Service in Churchville.
Scott was a man known for his soft-spoken nature and kindheartedness. He found joy in the simple...
Kathy H. Gayhart
Jun 15, 2026
Kathy Hope Gayhart, 75, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Kings Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
She was born on January 23, 1951, in Harrisonburg to the late Harry Bradford and Winifred Ione Houff Gayhart.
Kathy was a member of Mount Pisgah Church and dedicated her life to serving others through her work as a hairdresser for...
Reverend Jack B. Wilkers
Jun 13, 2026
Jack Bruce Wilkers, 74, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on May 20, 1952, in Camden, New Jersey, to the late Charles Daniel and Dorothy Marie Kellum Wilkers.
Jack was a devoted servant of God, and dedicated his life to ministry, faith, and service to others. He earned his bachelor's degree from Rutgers...
Carlos A. Tavarez
Jun 11, 2026
Carlos Antonio Tavarez, 61, of Greenville, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on July 21, 1964.
Carlos is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn Ramsey Tavarez; his stepdaughter, Nora Ward; and his grandchildren, Clayton, Olivia, Lily, and Priscilla.
At this time there are no services to announce.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the...
Michael J. Rawlings, Jr.
Jun 9, 2026
Michael James Rawlings Jr., 56, passed away on June 9, 2026, after an extended period of serious health issues. A brilliant mind and a devoted father, husband, son, brother, and friend, Michael leaves behind a legacy of intellect, humor, and immeasurable love for his family.
Born on May 15, 1970, Michael grew up with a natural curiosity and an unparalleled aptitude...
Jackie "Jack" R. Cowherd
Jun 8, 2026
Jackie Rhea “Jack” Cowherd, 88, of Staunton, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family as he entered his heavenly home.
Jack was born on December 1, 1937, at home in Old Hickory, Tennessee, to Ellis Franklin Cowherd and Willie Mae Cowherd. He lived a life defined by dedication to...
Jean E. Geiser
Jun 7, 2026
Jean Elizabeth Geiser, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at The Legacy of North Augusta in Staunton, Virginia, after a long journey with dementia and other health challenges.
Jean was born on February 14, 1948, in Harrisonburg, Virginia, to the late Daniel and Elizabeth (Graybill) Geiser and grew up in Bridgewater. She spent most of her adult life...
William M. Scott
Jun 7, 2026
William Matthew Scott, Jr., 72, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on December 7, 1953, in Staunton, to the late William Matthew, Sr. and Gladys Mary Margaret Anderson Scott.
William was a hardworking man who spent many years working as a welder for McQuay. Outside of work, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and...
Joyce A. Cook
Jun 6, 2026
Joyce Ann Cook, 85, of Staunton and formerly of Roanoke, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on August 17, 1940, in Franklin, New Hampshire, to the late Forrest and Ema Mae Spurgin Cook.
Joyce worked as an accountant for the Appalachian Power Company in Roanoke for more than thirty-five years.
In her free time,...
Dennis A. Lavaway
Jun 6, 2026
Dennis Adrine Lavaway, 74, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at his residence in Crimora.
He was born on September 23, 1951, in Hartford, Connecticut to the late Adrine Dennis and Louise Effie Ferguson Lavaway.
Dennis was a hardworking man whose life was defined by craftsmanship, and a deep love for his family. As the owner of Virginia Industrial, he built...
Dwane R. Knowles
Jun 6, 2026
Dwane R. Knowles, 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
Dwane was born on November 19, 1949, in Waynesboro to the late Earl Burgess and Mary Louise Maupin Knowles.
Dwane proudly served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a dog handler alongside his faithful dog,...
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