Obituaries
Dorothy C. Smiley
Aug 23, 2026
Dorothy Lorraine Clark Smiley, 81, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at her residence in Greenville.
She was born on July 6, 1945, in Rockbridge to the late Herbert and Agnes Etta Clark.
Dorothy found her greatest joy in her faith in Jesus Christ and in the family, she loved so dearly. She lived her life with a kind and compassionate...
Jackie W. Johnson
Aug 22, 2026
Jackie Wayne Johnson, 69, of Waynesboro, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Staunton.
He was born on March 11, 1957, in Charlottesville, to the late David Lee, Sr. and Florence Grace Moss Johnson.
Jackie will be remembered for his long-time dedication to the University of Virginia and for the warmth, joy, and friendship he shared with everyone around him.
He...
Bonnie G. Dodson
Aug 22, 2026
Bonnie Ruth Gentry Dodson, 90, a longtime resident of Staunton, passed from this life into her Father’s Kingdom on Saturday, August 22, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of sixty-five years, Adren Clinebell Dodson.
She was born on December 6, 1935, in Flint Hill, Virginia to the late Barbara and Willie Gentry.
Bonnie was a devoted and active...
Christine G. Pilson
Aug 20, 2026
Christine Marie Glover Pilson, 58, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on July 25, 1968, in Staunton to the late Thomas Allen and Edeltraud “Eda” Protil Glover.
Christy grew up on a small farm in Barren Ridge, where she developed a lifelong appreciation for nature, gardening, and the beauty found in the world...
Linda V. Strickler
Aug 20, 2026
Linda Lou VanFossen Strickler, 80, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah in Fishersville.
She was born on August 2, 1946, in Staunton to the late John Peyton and Violet Myrtle Ramsey VanFossen.
Linda retired after many years of service as a manager with Wilco Convenience Store. She was also a member of the Staunton...
Kenneth R. Moore, Jr.
Aug 17, 2026
Kenneth Robert Monroe, Jr. passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 17, 2026, in Fort Myers, Florida, at the age of 88.
He was born on September 23, 1937, in Clifton Forge, Virginia.
Ken spent his youth in Staunton and graduated with a BA from UVA. After graduation, he earned a commission from the U.S. Coast Guard and served as a...
Wade Freeman Grubb
Aug 17, 2026
Wade Freeman Grubb, 56, of Stuarts Draft, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Staunton.
He was born in Waynesboro, a son of Marian Glenn Dodd Grubb and the late Wade Grubb.
For five years, he worked in maintenance for Mary Baldwin University in Staunton. He was an invaluable member of that department, and his absence will be greatly missed...
David L. Jones
Aug 16, 2026
David Luther Jones, 61, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at King’s Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
He was born on May 18, 1965, in Maryland to the late Raymond Luther and Darlene Joyce Griffin Tyson.
David worked for many years as a welder, a trade that reflected his hardworking nature and skill with his hands.
Outside of work,...
Edith R. Gilbertt
Aug 15, 2026
Edith Ramsey Gilbertt, 94, of Staunton, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
Edith was born to the late Robert and Dora Ramsey in Buena Vista and was one of eight siblings.
She was a strong, independent, and loving woman whose greatest gift was the love she gave so...
Daniel A. McLaughlin
Aug 13, 2026
Daniel Aubrey McLaughlin, 47, went home to the Lord, Jesus on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on May 23, 1979, in Waynesboro, to David Wayne and Carolyn Lee Sours McLaughlin.
Daniel was a graduate of Riverheads High School in Greenville and spent much of his working life as a professional truck driver.
He attended Greenville United...
Benny R. Whitesell
Aug 13, 2026
Benny Ray Whitesell, 79, of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville.
He was born on April 23, 1947, in Staunton, a son of the late Arthur Newcomb Whitesell, Sr. and Flossie Virginia Nutty Whitesell.
Benny proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. His commitment to...
William "Billy" A. Branham
Aug 10, 2026
William "Billy" Alexander Branham, Jr., 83, of Staunton, Virginia, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, August 10, 2026.
He was born on March 25, 1943, in Clifton Forge, Virginia, the son of the late William Alexander Branham, Sr. and the late Margaret Irene Thompson Branham.
Billy was a member of Copen Independent Baptist Church in...
Col. Robert C. Effinger III
Aug 9, 2026
Colonel Robert Craig Effinger III, 68, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
He was born on May 26, 1958, in Anniston, Alabama, a son of the late Robert Craig, Jr. and Mary Glover Stevens Effinger.
He was a graduate of Auburn University, where he received his bachelor’s degree in aviation management. From there, he went on to graduate from Central Michigan...
George E. Bird
Aug 9, 2026
George Edward Bird, 85, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah in Fishersville.
He was born on November 20, 1940, in Alleghany County to the late Arthur Aranuah Percy and Lynda Ruth Greenway Bird.
George was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and deeply loved his country. During his military service, he served...
Joanne L. Armstrong
Aug 9, 2026
Joanne Lucille Leslie Armstrong, 77, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on November 9, 1948, in Staunton, at Kings Daughters Hospital to the late William “Bill” or “Virginia Colonel” Lewis, Sr. and Evelyn Alice Hudlow Leslie.
Joanne was a member of McKinley United Methodist Church in Middlebrook.
She attended school in Staunton and later...
Judy L. Stephenson
Aug 9, 2026
Judy Lynn Stephenson, 78, of Stuarts Draft, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at her residence.
She was born in Augusta County on November 5, 1947, the daughter of the late Clyde Bell, Sr. and Betty Jane Glover Stephenson.
Judy grew up on her family’s farm in Middlebrook. She often enjoyed reminiscing about her childhood and the many memories she...
John Boyd "J.B." Campbell
Aug 8, 2026
John Boyd “J.B.” Campbell, Jr., 81, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
He was born on January 18, 1945, in Staunton to the late John Boyd, Sr. and Dorothy Lee Malone Campbell.
J.B. retired from DuPont following an impressive fifty years of dedicated service. He was an active member of the Waynesboro Elks Lodge #2270 and a member of Stuarts Draft...
Freda M. Fleisher
Aug 7, 2026
Freda M. “Granny” Fleisher, 76, of Staunton, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026 at the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville.
Born on May 18, 1950, in Rockingham County, she was the widow of Russell Fleisher and the daughter of the late Minnie Morris.
Freda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who treasured her family. Fondly known as “Granny” by...
Patricia "Patsy" F. Groah
Aug 7, 2026
Patricia “Patsy” Annette Fultz Groah, 86, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Augusta Health Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on January 22, 1940, in Rockbridge County to the late Thomas Wilbourn, Sr. and Mary “Libby” Elizabeth Ramsey Fultz.
She was a longtime and devoted member of Mount Carmel Presbyterian Church in Steeles Tavern. She had a special love...
Shirley J. Spradlin
Aug 4, 2026
Shirley Mae Jack Spradlin, 77, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on February 11, 1949, in Bath County to the late Jesse Clayton and Cora Devine Windsor Jack.
Shirley worked as a clerk at Walmart for many years. She also enjoyed being a homemaker and took great pride in caring for her home...
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