Obituaries
Linda G. Cook
Aug 18, 2024
Linda Lee Guffey Cook, 83, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at Brookdale Staunton.
She was born on August 7, 1941, in Washington, D.C., to the late Ernest Eugene and Mary Bradley Demastus Guffey.
Linda led a quiet, simple life and was known for her quiet strength and unwavering faith. She dedicated much of...
Carolyn M. Childress
Aug 17, 2024
It is with profound sadness, the family of Carolyn Marie Childress announces her departure from this life on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the age of 72, in Staunton.
Carolyn, affectionately known as “Peewee”, was born on March 5, 1952, in Augusta County. She was the daughter of the late Julius Edwin and Elsie Mildred Smith Childress.
Upon completing her education, Carolyn...
Opal C. Nelson
Aug 17, 2024
Opal Mae Childress Nelson, 83, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in Augusta County.
She was born on July 5, 1941, in Augusta County to the late Julius Edwin and Elsie Mildred Smith Childress.
Opal dedicated herself primarily as a homemaker, where her nurturing spirit touched the lives of many. She was a devoted member of Augusta Street United Methodist Church...
Lina B. Elliott
Aug 16, 2024
Lina Mercedes Elliott (Bolivar) passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024, at the age of 94 in Fishersville, Virginia.
Born on September 24, 1929, in Caracas, Venezuela, Lina lived a full and devout life marked by her deep faith, love for family, and a remarkable memory that never missed a face or place.
A lifelong devoted Catholic, Lina was a regular attendee...
Christopher A. Crooker
Aug 16, 2024
Christopher Adrian Crooker, 83, a longtime resident of Lynchburg, VA, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the Regency at Augusta in Fishersville, VA.
Born on August 12, 1941, in Johnstown, PA, he was the son of the late Paul Richard Crooker and Helen Marie (Sybert) Crooker.
He grew up in Syracuse, NY, and graduated from Holy Cross High School, in...
Jeffery A. Kisamore
Aug 15, 2024
Jeffery Allen Kisamore was born on April 10, 1999, in Fishersville.
He passed away at his home in Chester unexpectedly on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at the age of 25 from natural causes.
Jeffery loved his family and enjoyed texting and video chatting with them. His hobbies included fishing (just like his grandfather!) and playing video games. He loved food and eating...
Claude “Dan” Daniel Ramsey
Aug 15, 2024
Claude Daniel "Dan" Ramsey, 72, of Staunton passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024 in Fishersville, Virginia.
Dan was born on February 19, 1952 in Staunton, VA to the late C.L. and Pauline (Fitzgerald) Ramsey.
He was a proud employee of Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative for over 43 years, where he dedicated his career to serving the community.
Dan had a passion for...
Archie M. Forsythe
Aug 14, 2024
Archie Mae Moyers Forsythe, 99, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton.
She was born on March 7, 1925, in Augusta County to the late James Lester and Lillie Mae Miller Moyers.
She was a graduate of Craigsville High School.
She worked as a “Rosie the Riveter” in a Connecticut airplane factory during WWII attaching...
Cornelia A. Bryant
Aug 13, 2024
Cornelia Anne Bryant, 82, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, in Staunton. She was born in Tampa, FL, on December 27, 1941.
She graduated from Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA, where she majored in history and political science. Additionally, Cornelia completed specialized training in economics and foreign languages at the Foreign Service Institute in Washington, D.C.
Cornelia’s professional journey was...
Darris W. Cash I
Aug 13, 2024
Darris Wayne Cash I, 77, of Staunton, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
He was born in Staunton on January 12, 1947, to the late Wilbur Nelson and Thelma May Cash in Staunton.
Darris retired after thirty-eight years of dedicated service at DuPont. His passion for hot rods was only surpassed by his...
George W. Lockridge
Aug 12, 2024
Colonel George William "Bill" Lockridge, 96, of Fishersville, died on Monday, August 12, 2024, at The Retreat at Fishersville.
He was born May 18, 1928, in Augusta County, Virginia, a son of the late Howard Luther and Adele Grove (Key) Lockridge.
Bill was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served as a medic.
Prior to retirement, Mr. Lockridge was self-employed...
Michael G. Stone
Aug 9, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce Michael Garret Stone passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the age of 29 in Staunton, Virginia, where he had lived for the last several years.
He was born to Michael Leroy Stone and Anne Elizabeth Tinsdale on July 25, 1995, in the town of Warrenton, Virginia.
Michael was a graduate of Wakefield...
Anastasia M. Papadopoulou
Aug 9, 2024
Anastasia “Soulla” Yiasemides M. Papadopoulou, of Weyers Cave Virginia, aged 87, went home to be with the Lord, on Friday, August 9, 2024. She passed away peacefully at home with her family.
A devoted mother and grandmother, she spent her life loving, giving, and praying for others.
She was born August 21, 1936, in Morphou, Cyprus to Yiannis and Evrethiki Yiaemides.
She grew...
Rhonda S. Morrison
Aug 8, 2024
Rhonda Ann Smith Morrison, 69, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at her residence in Augusta County.
She was born on February 13, 1955, in Charlottesville, to Marjorie Inez Slayter Smith Gianniny and the late Earl "Smitty" Washington Smith.
Throughout her life, Rhonda found immense joy and fulfillment in her role as an educator. She devoted many years to shaping young...
Bertha R. Berry
Aug 6, 2024
Bertha Rowe Berry, 97, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born in Craigsville to the late Henry Edgar and Bertha Reed Rowe.
Bertha was first married to Rice H. “Sonny” Knicely, Jr. in 1947, with whom she shared five daughters with. For thirty years she was employed as a psychiatric nurse for Western State...
Thomas E. Leech
Aug 3, 2024
Thomas Edward Leech, 73, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Augusta Health Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on May 21, 1951, in Newport News to the late Robert Scott, Sr. and Harriet Jane Crayton Leech.
Thomas had a lifelong fascination with medical science. He enjoyed reading and learning, particularly the Bible. As a proud member of the Seventh-Day...
William T. Robson, Jr.
Aug 3, 2024
William Thurman Robson, Jr., 81, passed on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on January 30, 1943, a son of the late William Thurman, Sr. and Gertrude Cushing Larner Robson.
Mr. Robson taught elementary school for 35 years. He was an advocate for children, a gardener, an actor with the Waynesboro Players for many years, and...
Naomi B. Sponaugle
Aug 2, 2024
Naomi Ruth Bennett Sponaugle, 80, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on August 5, 1943, in Cherry Grove, WV to the late Raymond Guy Bennett and Virginia Mae Mick Lambert.
Naomi dedicated herself to hard work throughout her life, with numerous retail sales positions that included employment at Rocco Poultry, Purdue, Walmart, and...
William R. Brooks
Jul 31, 2024
William “Randy” Randolph Brooks, 95, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on May 14, 1929, in Staunton to the late Hugh Worthington, Sr. and Callie Elvin Tinsley Brooks.
William was a dedicated electrician who spent his career working at Dupont. He served in the United States Army where he saw service during the...
Angelia "Jeannie" B. Cline
Jul 29, 2024
Angelia “Jeannie” Jean Bryant Cline, wife of Russell “Nick” Cline, 69, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at the Laurels of Charlottesville.
She was born on December 14, 1954, in Staunton to the late Gene “Rocky” Amos and Vera Mae Miller Bryant.
Jeannie was a homemaker and a farm worker. She was known for her unwavering devotions to her family and...
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