Obituaries
Rhonda D. Paugh
Jul 6, 2025
Rhonda Denise Paugh was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and loyal friend whose warmth, strength, and spirit touched all who knew her.
Born on August 26, 1956, Rhonda lived a life full of love and adventure. As the proud mother of Joshua Logan Branch, Jalieen Lacye Grogan, and Jessie Renay Sheren, her greatest joy came from her family. Her heart...
Charles H. Shomo
Jul 5, 2025
Charles Hunter Shomo, 93, of Staunton, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on November 6, 1931, in Augusta County, to the late Joseph Hunter and Jessie Agnes Rosen Shomo.
Charles dedicated his life to agriculture and service, embodying the spirit of hard work and commitment on his beloved...
George W. Weller
Jul 5, 2025
George Walton Weller, 92, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
He was born on April 10, 1933, in Augusta County to the late Walton Milton and Carrie Virginia Aldhizer Weller.
George was a respected electrician, working with companies such as Riddleberger, Broadway Electric, and later as a contractor with McQuay.
In addition to...
Elwyn N. Rinker, Jr.
Jul 5, 2025
Elwyn Norris Rinker, Jr. (known as “Bob” to family and friends) died on the morning of July 5, 2025, at English Meadows in Fishersville.
He was born on September 8, 1934, to the late Elwyn Norris, Sr. and Irene Jeanette Kemper Rinker.
Bob grew up on a small family farm in Stevensburg, Virginia. He helped with farm work and raised a calf...
Jon H. Arneson
Jul 1, 2025
Jon Harold Arneson, 87, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.
Born on February 5, 1938, in Washington, D.C., to the late Lillian (Krohn) and Henry Knute Arneson, Jon was a devoted family man who will be missed greatly by his loved ones and friends.
Jon lived in many places throughout the US while growing up, however,...
Boyd C. Helmick, Sr.
Jun 27, 2025
Boyd Cleveland Helmick, Sr., 84, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on May 4, 1941, in Staunton to the late Albert Cleveland and Eveline Burton Redifer Helmick.
Boyd dedicated thirty-eight and a half years of his professional life working in the maintenance department at DuPont in Waynesboro.
Beyond his professional life, his pride and...
Dorothy M. Baxley
Jun 26, 2025
Dorothy Rhodes Mattox Baxley, 64, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton. A beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, her warmth, love, and laughter will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She was born on July 1, 1960, to Brigadier General Alvah Stone Mattox, Jr. and the late Elizabeth “Betty” Ann...
Anthony W. Cash
Jun 24, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Wilson Cash, 66, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at his residence in Churchville.
He was born on April 9, 1959, in Rockbridge County to the late Vivian Maxine Campbell.
Tony dedicated over thirty-five years of his life to working as a steamfitter, a trade he took great pride in.
He had a passion for hunting and found joy in...
Betty S. Cord
Jun 21, 2025
Betty Lou Simpson Cord, 89, of Wake and formerly of Henrico County, has left this earth on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at her residence.
She will join her one true love Paul J. Cord, Jr. (John) who predeceased her in 2001.
She is survived by her only child, Jonni Lou Cord and her spouse, Elizabeth Downes who jointly cared for Betty in...
MSGT William "Bill" D. Barkley
Jun 20, 2025
MSGT William David “Bill” Barkley, retired U.S. Air Force, 85, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on July 26, 1939, in Staunton to the late Helen Virginia Jordan and Jesse James Barkley.
Bill graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and went on to enlist in the U.S. Air Force, where he proudly...
Elizabeth P. Furr
Jun 16, 2025
Elizabeth Paulette Furr, 78, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, at the Meadows at Stuarts Draft Retirement Community.
Paulette was born on March 27, 1947, in Augusta County, the daughter of the late Paul C. and Mary F. Furr.
She was a graduate of Valley Vocational Technical Center and was a cosmetology instructor for over twenty-five years. She was a member...
John S. McLaughlin
Jun 15, 2025
John Samuel McLaughlin, 63, of Lee Jackson Highway, Staunton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
He came into this world with a bang on July 27, 1961, and continued to cause controlled chaos for the better part of his life.
He kept his parents on their toes with many childhood antics. Whether he was secretly nursing an injured...
Johnnie G. Anderson
Jun 15, 2025
Johnnie Gibbs Anderson, 72, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on November 16, 1952, in Farmville, Virginia to the late Gunhild “G” Amanda and Laurence Gibbs Anderson, Jr.
Johnnie dedicated much of his life to the field of technology and service to others.
Johnnie earned his master’s degree in computer science. He spent his...
Albert J. Conner
Jun 10, 2025
Wow! I was born November 13, 1942, and what a wonderful 30,160 days it was. On June 10, 2025, I got to go to my heavenly home. There are so many family and friends here too, it is unbelievable!
What adventures I have had while I was here! I married my high school sweetheart Ellen Mae, sixty-one years ago, on June...
Barbare G. Corbin
Jun 10, 2025
Barbare Sue Graham Corbin, 73, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Augusta Health Shenandoah House.
She was born on October 6, 1951, in Harden County, Kentucky to the late Charles “Sarge” Orlando and Juanita Fay Rasnick Graham.
Barbare loved doing word searches, putting puzzles together, and watching a good movie. She and her husband spent many happy hours listening to...
Carrie Estelle Wade
Jun 10, 2025
Carrie Estelle Reed Wade, 88, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Waynesboro.
She was born on August 8, 1936, in Augusta County, to the late William Hugh and Mariah Virginia Clemmer Reed.
Estelle and her late husband were incredibly devoted to one another.
She is survived by her daughter Amy Adair Wade Moring; her...
Linda D. Johnson
Jun 7, 2025
Linda Diane Stuart Johnson, 71, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on July 7, 1953, in Staunton to the late Theodore Junior and Charlene Rebecca Walker Stuart.
Linda had a vibrant spirit that shone through in her many interests. She enjoyed playing the lottery, always hoping for that lucky ticket. A passionate sports...
William E. Scesny
Jun 6, 2025
William “Bill” Edward Scesny, Sr., 87, of Weyers Cave, VA and formerly of New Ipswich, NH, died peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Sunnyside Presbyterian Retirement Community in Harrisonburg.
He was born in Clinton, MA on June 8, 1937, the son of the late Walter “Whitey” Stanley and Mildred Joan O’Malley Scesny.
Bill grew up in Stow working on his family...
Dwight D. Pelny
Jun 6, 2025
Dwight "Dave" David Pelny, 68, of Waynesboro, was met at the gates of Heaven and entered into his eternal home on Friday, June 6, 2025, with his loving daughter, Dava Jean Pelny, by his side.
Dave was born in Staunton on September 29, 1956, to the late Peter and Erika Königsmann Pelny.
A U.S. Army veteran, Dave brought the same dedication and...
Mickie R. Messer
Jun 6, 2025
Mickie Ray Messer, 70, of Staunton, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, with the family he so dearly loved at his side.
Born on July 4, 1954, he was one of three sons of the late Oma M. Good.
Mickie is survived by his devoted wife of fifty years, Belinda Diana Barker Messer - despite his being very ill, the...
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