Obituaries
Thomas E. Reed
Oct 17, 2024
Thomas Edward Reed, 78, of 847 Maple Street, Staunton, departed this life to be with the Lord and loved ones that went before him on Thursday October 17, 2024, at King's Daughters Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
Thomas was born on September 30, 1946 in Staunton to the late Geneva Reed Howard.
Thomas was a faithful worker at Mary Baldwin University...
Mabel V. Snyder
Oct 16, 2024
Mabel Geraldine Varner Snyder, 91, of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Born in Mustoe on November 28, 1932, to the late Arthur Clarence Varner and Elsie Lucille Corbett Varner, she will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.
An avid and dedicated bowler, Mabel’s skills were legendary in the Shenandoah...
Alvin D. Williams
Oct 15, 2024
Alvin Douglas Williams, 82, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on April 15, 1942, in Summers County, West Virginia, to the late French Colonel and Lottie Melinda Ballangee Williams.
Alvin enjoyed a fulfilling career as a mechanic for East Agra, Inc. in Stuarts Draft.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Alvin honorably...
Larry D. Wills
Oct 15, 2024
Larry Douglas Wills, 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on April 29, 1949, in Augusta County, to the late Clyde Miller and Madeline "Tiny" Lucille Armstrong Wills.
Larry was a dedicated insurance agent with Nationwide, a profession he committed to for over thirty-five years. His respect and understanding in the field...
Robert L. Simmons
Oct 14, 2024
Robert "Bob" Lonax Simmons, 85, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024, at his residence in Waynesboro.
Born on July 10, 1939, in Headwaters, to the late Clyde Ashby and Mary Evelyn Shrader Simmons, Bob lived a life marked by dedication, service, and warm connections with those around him.
A proud veteran of the...
Paul J. Long
Oct 12, 2024
Paul Junior Long, 65, of Staunton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Bon Secours Southside Medical Center in Petersburg.
He was born on September 28, 1959, in Cherry Grove, WV to the late Paul Howard Long and Imogene "Em" Rose Hevener Ellis.
Though Paul faced challenges throughout his life, those who were fortunate enough to know him will remember...
Glenda Neff Wills
Oct 11, 2024
Glenda Diane Neff Wills, 76, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, in Fishersville.
She was born in Staunton on May 23, 1948 to the late Frances H. Robertson.
She was retired from Western State Hospital.
Glenda enjoyed a good Dr. Pepper, a mystery show, and a trip to Goodwill. Most of all, she enjoyed her time spent with her grandson, Riley.
She is...
Joyce S. Brooks
Oct 11, 2024
Joyce Ann Shiflett Brooks, 89, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on September 14, 1935, in Augusta Springs to the late Gilbert Earl and Thelma Esther Woods Shiflett.
Joyce, fondly referred to as “Crackie”, was a beautician for over forty years in the area.
She was a devoted member of the Christ United Methodist...
Donna L. Nichols
Oct 10, 2024
Our dear mother, Donna L. Nichols, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the age of 84.
She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the community in both Roanoke and Staunton, leaving behind a...
Lynn M. Hilleary
Oct 8, 2024
Lynn Marie Hilleary, 70, of Staunton, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
Born in Arlington, Lynn was the daughter of the late James E. Hilleary, Jr. and Joan Randolph Cooksey Hilleary.
She grew up in Arlington, attending Saint Charles Catholic School, Washington-Lee High School, and graduating from Bishop O'Connell High School.
In addition to her parents, Lynn was...
Wilma C. Shuey
Oct 8, 2024
Wilma Mae Clark Shuey, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at her residence in Verona.
Born in Bath County on November 5, 1937, to the late William Grady and Alice "Maw" Genevieve Brinkley Clark, she lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and service to others.
Wilma dedicated her professional life to Accounts Receivable with Smith's Transfer Corporation of...
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...
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