Obituaries
Eugene "Gene" M. Sprouse
Jan 21, 2026
*** NOTICE – ALL SERVICES RESCHEDULED ***
The visitation for Eugene Sprouse will now take place from 6:00 - 8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Henry Funeral Home.
The funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Henry Funeral Home.
Interment will immediately follow at Estaline Presbyterian Chapel Cemetery in Craigsville.
We appreciate your understanding and...
Paul R. Blackwell
Jan 30, 2026
Paul Ray Blackwell, 69, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Waynesboro.
He was born on February 13, 1956, to the late William Joseph Blackwell and Mary Josephine Fravel.
He enjoyed fishing and watching movies and was a real movie buff at heart. He also took great pride in his work and valued the friendships he built with his Walmart family.
He is...
Charlie S. Taylor
Jan 28, 2026
Charlie Scott Taylor, 11, of Staunton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. He was a bright light in the lives of many.
Born on June 10, 2014, in Fishersville, he leaves behind a storehouse of laughter, love, and cherished memories.
Charlie was a sixth-grade student at Shelburne Middle School in Staunton, where he was known...
Tommy P. Vames
Jan 27, 2026
Tommy Pete Vames, 88, a beloved educator and cherished member of the Staunton community, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville.
He was born on September 17, 1937, in Staunton, where he would later build a remarkable career dedicated to the education and betterment of countless students.
A graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in...
Stephanie M. Trees
Jan 27, 2026
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, just before 1:30 PM, Stephanie Michelle Trees stepped into heaven into her Savior's loving arms after a valiant fight with cancer.
Stephanie was born on May 31, 1988, in Roanoke, VA, to Mike and Beth Trees.
She grew up as the life of the party, always coming up with ideas for games to play or home videos...
Peggy M. Smethie
Jan 26, 2026
Peggy Ann Moore Smethie, 92, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
Peggy was born March 13, 1933, in Staunton, to the late Ernest Franklin and Lydia Viola Wright Moore.
Peggy was a skilled assistant and office manager for the dental office of Drs. Fred and Bob Markley for over two...
Marvin C. Fortune
Jan 25, 2026
Marvin Cecil Fortune, 87, husband of Diana Lee Gregory Fortune, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at his residence.
Marvin was born on May 13, 1938, in Richmond, a son of the late Ida Mae Fortune Newcomb and his step-father, Drewery Baker Newcomb.
Marvin was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church in Fishersville. He worked at the E.I. DuPont plant...
Daniel "Dan" K. Purdom
Jan 25, 2026
Daniel “Dan” Kirkland Purdom, 93, of Staunton, Virginia, died on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 7, 1932, Dan was the son of Herald Bohon Purdom and Julia “June” Mason Dyer Purdom.
He is survived by his wife of seventy years, Jo Frances Purdom; his son, Dan, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Amy Purdom (Staunton, VA); his daughters,...
Jimmy H. Slough
Jan 23, 2026
Jimmy Horace Slough, 92, called home to be with his Savior on Friday, January 23, 2026, at his residence in Mount Solon.
He was born on January 19, 1934, in Rockbridge County to the late Elmer Emory and Clare Edith Snyder Slough.
Jimmy was the last surviving member of his immediate family and served as a faithful member of Grace Baptist Church...
Jeffrey A. Cline
Jan 21, 2026
Jeffrey Alan Cline, 66, Passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fisherville.
He was born on April 30, 1959, in Augusta County to the late Warren Samuel Cline and the late Mary Jane Craun Bailes.
Jeffrey enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved camping and spending time outdoors, and he was a big football fan. Jeffrey proudly...
Jean Y. Wilkins
Jan 20, 2026
Jean Constance Young Wilkins, 96, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Summit Square Retirement Community in Waynesboro, Virginia. She was the widow of the late Rodney Franklin Wilkins, Jr.
She was born on July 31, 1929, in Staunton, Virginia to the late Lacy Inigo Young and Lula Ruth Grove Young.
Jean graduated in the last graduating class from Fishersville High...
James W. Dewhurst
Jan 20, 2026
SERVICES HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED! CHECK BELOW FOR DETAILS!
James William Dewhurst, 96, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on May 6, 1929, in Pomeroy, Ohio, to the late Clifford Emerson and Genevieve Cheatham Dewhurst.
James proudly served his country in the United States Army, a commitment that reflected the...
Clyde E. Hagy
Jan 19, 2026
Clyde Edward Hagy, 91, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at his residence in Verona.
He was born on March 3, 1934, in Russell County, to the late Dave and Rosa Mae Ball Hagy.
For thirty-four years, Clyde dedicated himself to his career at Genesco.
A man of faith, Clyde attended Good News Ministries in Staunton. He was also a proud lifetime...
William F. Parrish
Jan 18, 2026
William “Billy” Franklin Parrish, 71, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his home.
He was born on February 9, 1954, in Staunton, to the late William Lucian and Doris Evonne Craig Parrish.
For forty-three years, Billy proudly worked as a truck driver who used the CB handle “Round Man” - a career he truly loved. The open road became his...
Shelby "Vonnie" M. Agnor
Jan 17, 2026
*** NOTICE – VISITATION RESCHEDULED ***
The visitation for Shelby "Vonnie" Agnor will now take place from 6:00 - 8:00 PM on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Henry Funeral Home.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we all navigate this rough winter weather, and above all, please stay safe in your travels!!
Shelby "Vonnie" Yvonne Morris Agnor, 89, passed away on Saturday,...
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...
Linda L. Royster
Jan 14, 2026
Linda LeMay Royster, 78, of Staunton, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease and several other illnesses.
She was born in Richmond, Virginia in 1947, to the late John LeMay Royster and Marjory Fleming Royster and raised in the nearby Bon Air community.
She is survived by: her wife of thirty-eight years Barbara Kinsman;...
Henry K. Burnett
Jan 13, 2026
Henry “Keith” Burnett, a resident of Staunton, Virginia, was born on April 11, 1934, in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, England, and passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
A devoted husband, Keith married his beloved wife, Ruth, in 1955. Together they built a life defined by curiosity, craftsmanship, and adventure, living in and traveling through a variety of countries over the decades until her...
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...
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