Obituaries

Judith W. Strickler

Judith W. Strickler

Jan 31, 2025

Judith Lane Wimer Strickler, 81, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She leaves behind a legacy marked by kindness, family devotion, and a passion for the simple pleasures in life.

Judy was born on March 27, 1943, in Franklin, a daughter of the late Alvinzie Morgan, Sr. and Helen Virginia Jack Wimer. 

Judy dedicated twenty years...

Rayburn E. Harris, Sr.

Rayburn E. Harris, Sr.

Jan 29, 2025

Rayburn Eugene Harris, Sr., 67, passed away on January 29, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

He was born on April 13, 1957, in Staunton to the late Carl Alexander, Sr. and Mary Evaline Cason Harris.

Rayburn graduated from James Madison University and practiced as an accountant throughout his professional career. He most recently served as finance manager at Valley Career and...

Judith N. Race

Judith N. Race

Jan 29, 2025

Judith Carroll Norford Race, 89, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton where she lived for the past two years.

She was born on September 25, 1935, in Charlottesville, VA, to the late Joseph Cary Norford and Margaret Louise Armstrong Ball.

Judy grew up in Washington DC and...

Jeremy "Bubba" L. Conner

Jeremy "Bubba" L. Conner

Jan 28, 2025

Jeremy "Bubba" Lee Conner, 35, a beloved son, devoted father, loving partner, and passionate coach, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter, love, and the spirit of sportsmanship. 

Born on March 22, 1989, in Albemarle County, to his loving parents, Wayne Lee and Beverley Ardelia Campbell Conner,...

Stephen "Steve" R. Kincheloe

Stephen "Steve" R. Kincheloe

Jan 27, 2025

Stephen “Steve” Richard Kincheloe, “Kinch”, 78, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

He was born on August 2, 1946, in Rockingham County to the late Jack Evans and Edith Barton Tutwiler Kincheloe.

Steve had an incredible zest for life. He loved fiercely and treated everyone the same. He was never lacking in joy and was fondly...

Aneita D. Purcell

Aneita D. Purcell

Jan 26, 2025

Aneita Kay Dull Purcell, 62, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on January 11, 1963, in Richmond to the late Richard Stephen and Ellen Josephine Sorrells Dull.

Aneita most notably had a passion for crocheting and would often create beautiful pieces to reflect her artistic spirit.

She is survived by her children,...

Joseph F. Glovier, Jr.

Joseph F. Glovier, Jr.

Jan 25, 2025

Joseph “Joe” Fadeley Glovier, Jr., 83, of Staunton, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 25, 2025.

Joe was born on April 2, 1941, to the late Joseph Fadeley Glovier, Sr. and Janet Lee Moore Glovier.

He was also predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Arthur Edward and Flossie Cook Moore, and his paternal grandparents, Rev. David Franklin and Ethel Fadeley Glovier....

Glendon W. Turner, Sr.

Glendon W. Turner, Sr.

Jan 25, 2025

Glendon Warren Turner, Sr., 83, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg.

He was born on August 7, 1941, in Anne Arundel County, Maryland to the late Clifton Franklin, Sr. and Iva Pearl Purdham Turner.

Glendon led a life characterized by hard work, dedication, and passion. For sixteen years, Glendon drove the open roads as...

William F. Armstrong

William F. Armstrong

Jan 25, 2025

William “Bill” Frederick Armstrong, 69, passed away from this life on earth Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.

He was born on August 14,1955, in Staunton, the only son to the late Franklin Leroy and Anna Louise Fitzgerald Armstrong.

Bill attended Staunton City Schools then went on to devote many years of his life to...

David P. Lambert

David P. Lambert

Jan 22, 2025

David “Dave” Paul Lambert, 82, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Waynesboro.

He was born on November 12, 1942, in Onego, West Virginia to the late Curtis and Gae Raines Lambert.

He served as a construction superintendent with J.B. Wine, Harmon and Nelson Construction, where his commitment to excellence and leadership were evident.

David was...

Emily H. Cook

Emily H. Cook

Jan 22, 2025

Emily Geraldine Hammer Cook, 95, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at her residence in Swoope.

She was born on October 5, 1929, in Hot Springs, to the late James Edward, Sr. and Mamie Blanche Armstrong Hammer.

Emily worked at Dupont in Waynesboro before dedicating herself to being a homemaker. She will be remembered for her radiant smile, which led her...

Wayne S. Shickel

Wayne S. Shickel

Jan 21, 2025

Wayne Stuart Shickel, 80, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born on August 24, 1944, in Jollivue to the late Charles Daniel, Sr. and Edith Evelyn Helmick Shickel.

Wayne was a simple man who loved his friends, family, sports, and westerns. He was a man who cherished his roots, having fond memories of his...

Cynthia S. Wright

Cynthia S. Wright

Jan 20, 2025

Cynthia "Cindy" Elmira Sutton Wright, 71, of Harrisonburg, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2025, after a short illness.

Born on April 7, 1953, in Staunton, she was the daughter of the late Nelson Odie, Sr. and Faye Haveland Shumate Sutton and raised in Churchville.

Cindy was a proud graduate of Buffalo Gap High School and Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center in...

Zoe W. Jones

Zoe W. Jones

Jan 19, 2025

Zoe Shaner Wagner Jones, 70, formerly of Staunton passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Cardinal Senior Living in Roanoke.

She was born on September 21, 1954, in Staunton to the late Francis Owen and Eleanor Stratton Shaner Wagner.

Zoe was a 1973 graduate of Robert E. Lee High School. She was a faithful member of the Christ United Methodist and...

Carole L. Reeser

Carole L. Reeser

Jan 19, 2025

Carole Leonard Reeser, 82, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at The Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton.

She was born on August 19, 1942, in Renovo, Pennsylvania, to the late Charles and Marie Bartholomew Leonard.

After graduating from Renovo High School in 1960, she attended Lock Haven University where she graduated in 1964 with a degree in Early Childhood Education....

Albert J. Finke, Jr.

Albert J. Finke, Jr.

Jan 19, 2025

Albert John Finke, Jr., 82, passed away on January 19, 2025, after a long illness. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and uncle.

He was born on February 27, 1942, in Pittsburgh, PA, to the late Albert John Finke, Sr. and Delia Mae Hart Finke Clark.

John was a proud graduate of North Hills High School in Pittsburgh, having completed his...

Esperanza S. Lawrence

Esperanza S. Lawrence

Jan 18, 2025

Esperanza "Faye" Dizon Sese Lawrence, 95, peacefully passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, surrounded by her husband and family at Augusta Health in Fishersville. 

She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, whose life was a testament to love and her commitment to family. 

 She was born on September 27, 1929, in Manila, Philippines to the late Rufio and Juana...

Glenn R. Desper

Glenn R. Desper

Jan 16, 2025

Glenn Richard Desper, 90, widower of Emma Jean Hemp Desper, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville surrounded by family.

He was born October 18, 1934 in Staunton, a son of the late George Richard and Florence Alberta Blackwell Desper.

Glenn was an extremely proud and dedicated father, grandfather, and recent...

William "Bill" F. Sibert

William "Bill" F. Sibert

Jan 16, 2025

William “Bill” Francis Sibert, 82, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton.

Born to the late Francis Eidson Sibert and Laura Agnes Sours Sibert on December 24, 1942, in Norfolk, he grew up in Craigsville. 

He graduated from Wilson Memorial High School where he played trumpet and trombone in the band and the piano with the...

Frances C. Britt

Frances C. Britt

Jan 15, 2025

Frances “Peggy” Cash Britt, 90, of 54 Imperial Drive in Staunton, passed away on Wednesday morning, January 15, 2025, at her home in Birch Ridge Senior Living (Royal Care) in Staunton.

She was born on June 2, 1934, in Fishersville, daughter of the late Charles Alson and Alice Bryant Cash.

Peggy was a member of Zetta Presbyterian Church. She was a homemaker,...