Obituaries
Ruth N. Sensabaugh
Dec 11, 2024
Ruth Elaine Newcomer Sensabaugh, 100, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the Sunnyside Retirement Community in Harrisonburg.
Born on June 12, 1924, in Petersburg, West Virginia to the late Merritt Seville and Mabel Augustus Kesner Newcomer, Ruth lived a full life defined by her dedication to family, work, and her community.
Ruth served in more recent years as an administrative...
Mary S. Creech
Dec 8, 2024
Mary Geraldine Staton Creech, 91, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at her residence in Greenville.
She was born on March 22, 1933, in Roanoke to the late Oscar James and Mary Mildred Bailey Staton.
Mary was a dedicated member of Calvary United Methodist Church. Known as a prayer warrior, she often lifted others up in prayer. She had numerous hobbies...
Mildred M. Moore
Dec 5, 2024
Mildred Anne Meyerhoeffer Moore, 92, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at The Meadows at Stuarts Draft Retirement Community and Christian Homes.
She was born on November 25, 1932, in Augusta County, a daughter of the late Wade William and Delpha Virginia Link Meyerhoeffer.
She married the late James William Moore, Jr. on October 3, 1951.
Mildred was a devoted wife, mother...
James E. Rankin
Dec 3, 2024
James “Jim” Edward Rankin, 84, was called home by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at his residence in Staunton on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, to join his late wife of fifty-seven years, Doris “Dottie” Jane Spitler Rankin and his late beloved daughter, Fonda Sue Rankin Persinger.
He was born on October 29, 1940, in Augusta County, to the late Russell...
Deborah K. Jackson
Dec 2, 2024
Deborah Knopp Jackson, 72, of Staunton, a loving wife, devoted mother, and beloved Grambee, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville.
Born on April 30, 1952, in Staunton, to the late Simon Welcome and Patricia Ann Vines Knopp, Debbie attended Robert E. Lee High School in Staunton before furthering her education at Blue Ridge...
Jean "Jeannie" T. McCray
Nov 30, 2024
Jean “Jeannie” Theresa McCray, 71, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on September 14, 1953, in Staunton to the late William Harold and Vista Louise Kiser Wolfe.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph Wayne McCray.
Sandra L. Stuart
Nov 29, 2024
Sandra Lee Stuart, 62, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024, in Staunton.
She was born on February 23, 1962, in Staunton to the late Franklin D. and Elsie M. Crawford.
Sandra was dedicated to her family and cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren. She was a very sociable and outgoing person, enjoying shopping sprees with her sisters. She...
Addie E. Haynes Walker
Nov 29, 2024
Addie Lee Edwards Haynes Walker, 83, formerly of Topping, Virginia, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024 in Fishersville.
She was born on October 22, 1941 in Roanoke to the late Henry Lewis "Tim" Edwards and Claudia Mary Poff Edwards.
Addie earned her degree in Interior Decorating from the prestigious Chicago School of Interior Design, showcasing her dedication to creativity and design...
Theron T. Benson
Nov 27, 2024
Theron T. Benson, 93, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Augusta Health in Fishersville. He was born on April 24, 1931, in Augusta County to the late Clyde Henry Benson and Willie "Nealie" Cornelia Drawbond Benson.
Throughout his life, Theron was known for his musical talent. He enjoyed playing guitar, often filling nursing homes and local fire departments with...
Hazel C. Tankesley
Nov 27, 2024
Hazel Irene Cash Tankesley, 99, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of this community, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at the Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton.
Born on April 7, 1925, in the Marlbrook community of Rockbridge County to the late Richard Henley Cash and Carrie Bell Bartley Cash, Hazel lived a life marked by unwavering service,...
Terry R. Burchett
Nov 25, 2024
Terry Richard Burchett, 60, a beloved son, brother, father, and friend passed away at his residence in Verona on Monday, November 25, 2024.
Born in Tazewell on June 11, 1964, to Bertha Dickerson Asbury Killingsworth and the late Richard Isaac Burchett, Terry was a dedicated and hardworking individual who ran a self-owned successful business as a stucco installer.
Terry had a profound...
Luther D. Lamb
Nov 24, 2024
Luther Donnie Lamb, 83, of Staunton, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on June 30, 1941, in Weyers Cave to the late Luther Benjamin and Georgia Evelyn Bowen Lamb.
Donnie was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served in Vietnam,...
Dr. Dianne L. Buhrman, DVM
Nov 21, 2024
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful sister, Dr. Dianne L. Buhrman, 64, on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at her residence in Staunton. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.
Dianne was born on September 2, 1960, to the late Lee J. and Elizabeth E. Buhrman and grew up...
Marjorie D. Smiley
Nov 21, 2024
Marjorie “Diane” Smiley, 79, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on November 20, 1945, in Caryville, Florida to the late Herman Rudolph and Dutchie Brown.
Marjorie dedicated over forty years of her life as a beautician. She wasn’t just passionate about her career; she also had a deep love for family and friends.
She...
Juanita C. Melendez
Nov 16, 2024
Juanita Cantú Melendez passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at her home in Staunton, Virginia.
She was born on February 6, 1929, in Merkel, Texas to Eudoxio and Petra (Ortíz) Cantú.
Juanita was married to Domingo Melendez, Sr. from June 1, 1946, until his passing. Together they had thirteen children (three of which passed away at birth). They were self-employed...
Candy L. Brooks
Nov 15, 2024
Candy Lavonne Brooks, 63, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg.
She was born on September 24, 1961, in Staunton to the late James “Snap” Kennan Brooks and Shirley Ann Caricofe.
Candy, a proud veteran, served her country in the Army, where she worked as a diesel mechanic.
Beyond her military accomplishments, Candy embraced her many...
Frances T. Fitzgerald
Nov 15, 2024
Frances Sue Tharp Fitzgerald, 99, widow of Loyd Forrest Fitzgerald, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
Frances was born on October 26, 1925 in Craigsville to the late Percy Edward and Mary Margaret Sandy Tharp.
Frances dedicated her life to her late husband Loyd, her three children, and her Pekingese dog babies....
Helene Westenburg
Nov 14, 2024
A friend, a gracious hostess, a mentor, and a mother; our Helene has passed at the age of 89 in Staunton, Virginia.Born in the Netherlands in 1935, Helene emigrated to the United States in October of 1970 after her marriage to Hans Westenburg.
The couple settled in downtown Windsor, CT in 1971. Helene loved her new country and could be seen...
Forrest "Gump" R. Bailey
Nov 12, 2024
Forrest "Gump" Robert Bailey, 46, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in Staunton.
He was born on September 2, 1978, in Waynesboro, to the late David “Beetle” Lee and Karen “Nanny” Gale Bailey.
He is survived by his sisters, Mary Lee Bailey and her wife, Brianca, and Krystal Gale Bailey; his daughters, Kielie Shay Bailey and Arieanna “Nana” Bingham; his aunts,...
James B. McGavock
Nov 12, 2024
James Bowman McGavock, 92, a dedicated husband and father, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton, a day before his 93rd birthday.
Born on November 13, 1931, at Big Lick in Botetourt County, to the late John Williamson McGavock IV and Lucille A. Kinney McGavock, James exemplified a life filled with hard work,...
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