Obituaries
Jay S. Thomas
Oct 7, 2024
Jay Summers Thomas, 81, of Fishersville, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, October 7, 2024, at The Retreat at Fishersville.
He was born with his twin brother, Ray Winters, on February 2, 1943 in Mount Sidney, to the late Hugh Sr. and Virginia "Virgie" Swortzel Hanger.
During his life, he graduated from Wilson Memorial High School in 1961, working on the family farm...
Kody H. Wright
Oct 6, 2024
Kody Heath Wright, 26, of Stuarts Draft, entered into eternal life on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was the loving husband of his devoted wife, Jessica Carolyn Weeks Wright, for a short but irreplaceable time and the father of his sweet baby girl, Mary-Clare Eden Wright. He is also survived by...
Ricky R. Moomau
Oct 4, 2024
Ricky Randall Moomau, 66, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on October 7, 1957, in Smyrna, Tennessee, to the late Quinlyn Felton and Betty Lois Corbin Moomau.
A proud graduate of Riverheads High School’s Class of 1977, Ricky extended his passion for learning into a successful career spanning 40 years at DuPont. His...
Ada H. Campbell
Oct 4, 2024
Ada Anne Hevener Campbell, 75, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She will be remembered for a life of family devotion and community service, and for her selfless nature and caring for others.
She was born on May 29, 1949, at Kings Daughters Hospital in Staunton, VA...
Cynthia M. Breeden
Oct 3, 2024
Cynthia Marie Breeden, 56, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on June 16, 1968, in Staunton to Helen Breeden and the late, John Breeden.
Cynthia cherished the simple things in life such as fishing, which was one of her favorite pastimes. She also had a strong passion for watching football, often cheering on...
Charles H. Varner, Jr.
Oct 2, 2024
Charles Henry Varner, Jr., 87, known to everyone as "Buddy", passed away with his wife and family by his side on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.
Buddy was born on February 19, 1937, to the late Charles Henry, Sr. and Dorothy Lee Furr Varner.
A graduate of Wilson Memorial High School, his entire life was spent within a...
Brooke H. Deacon
Oct 1, 2024
Brooke Blackford Higgs Deacon, 81, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 1, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. Her legacy is one of kindness, family devotion, and hard work.
She was born on October 22, 1942, in Staunton, to the late James Albert, Sr. and Mary Audrey Blackford Higgs.
Brooke’s career as a stock replenisher at...
Timothy Mark Clark
Sep 30, 2024
Timothy Mark Clark passed away in Hopewell.
He was born on December 21, 1958 in Staunton to the late Harry Lee Clark and Frances Clark (Reed).
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Debra Bryant Clark, as well as his nephew, Brandon Clark.
Timothy is survived by his brother, Dennis Clark and his wife, Pam, as well as...
Wayne D. Clark
Sep 30, 2024
Wayne Douglas Clark, 60, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.
He was born on March 9, 1964, in Staunton, to Wayne Douglas Clark, Sr. and the late Shirley Anne Dean Crouch.
Wayne proudly served as a pilot for Chitaqua Airlines, and was also a flight instructor in Weyers Cave. After his time spent in...
Curtis R. Campbell
Sep 27, 2024
Curtis Ray Campbell, 68, of Staunton, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother who lived a life of deep faith and remarkable spirit.
He was born on October 2, 1955, in Lancaster, California to the late Herman Alvin and Marveen Mae Coiner Campbell.
A convert to Russian Orthodoxy, Curtis embraced his faith wholeheartedly,...
Walter O. Weber
Sep 26, 2024
Walter Otto Weber, 77, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at his residence in Craigsville.
Born in Dickinson, North Dakota on April 28, 1947, to the late Otto Emil and Phyllis Irene Gates Weber, he lived a life characterized by loving dedication to his family and an unwavering commitment to his faith.
For many years, he was associated with the...
Mary Evelyn R. Brooks
Sep 25, 2024
Mary Evelyn Reed Brooks, 94, of Staunton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at her daughter’s residence.
Born on April 24, 1930, in Staunton, to the late Evelyn Louise Kite Reed and Russell Roscoe Reed. Mary was reared by her mother and stepfather, the late Mac McGann. Mary lived a life filled with love and creativity.
Known for her incredible...
Karen P. Smith
Sep 24, 2024
Karen Jean Parks Smith, 61, of Weyers Cave, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
She was born on September 3, 1963 in Harrisonburg to Pearl Frances Rosenberry Parks and the late Frederick Lewis Parks.
Karen is remembered for her kind heart and her love for her family.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her son,...
Katherine R. Powell
Sep 21, 2024
Katherine “Kathy” Robbins Powell, 62, of Staunton, Virginia fell asleep in death at her home, with her family by her side, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, after a recent cancer diagnosis.
Katherine was born on March 2, 1962, in Charlottesville, Virginia to the late Robert Freeman Robbins and Priscilla Chaplin (Robbins) Crawford.
Katherine had a love of truth and what was right....
Paula S. Carr
Sep 19, 2024
Paula Diane Smith Carr, 68, of Staunton, passed away at her home on Thursday, September 19, 2024.
She was born on May 18, 1956 in Hopewell to the late Hubert Leach and Pauline "Polly" Jesse Whitmire Smith.
She is survived by her son, Matthew Scott Carr and her grandchildren, Camon Carr and Willow Carr. She also leaves behind several longtime friends, Amy...
Nell Butler Crist
Sep 19, 2024
Nell Butler Crist, 94, of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the Augusta Health Shenandoah Hospice House in Fishersville with her daughter by her side.
She was born on May 9, 1930, in Nelson County to the late Edward Franklin Butler and Thelma Dell Bibb Butler Morris.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...
Charlotte R. Moats
Sep 18, 2024
Charlotte “Sis” Grace Redman Moats, 78, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on July 19, 1946, in Petersburg, West Virginia to the late Charles Jacob Redman and Anna Elizabeth Redman.
Charlotte devoted her career to Fiberspun where she worked as a machine operator.
Known affectionately as “Queen Bee,” she possessed a vibrant personality that...
Lester D. Michael
Sep 17, 2024
Lester Don Michael, 79, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at his residence in Churchville. His legacy of commitment to service, love for his family, and passion for farming will forever be cherished by those who knew him.
He was born on April 12, 1945, in West Augusta, to the late Clarence Edward and Margie Fawn Smith Michael.
Lester's career began...
Joseph E. Campbell
Sep 15, 2024
Joseph Edward Campbell, 68, of Vesuvius, died peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at his residence following a valiant battle with Stage IV gastric cancer. He fought courageously and has now claimed victory in Jesus. The heavenly angelic choir just added another tenor voice.
Joe was born on March 25, 1956, in Greenville, a son of the late John Thomas (Jack)...
William J. Gibson
Sep 11, 2024
William Jewell Gibson, 84, of Virginia Beach and formerly of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2024, at Bickford of Virginia Beach.
He was born on October 5, 1939, in Alleghany to the late William Obenchain and Louise Arnetta Miller Gibson.
He lived a life marked by his deep commitment to his church and his home. A long-time, active member of...
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