Obituaries
John I. Petitt
Aug 12, 2025
John Ira Petitt, 71, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Carrington Place at Botetourt Commons in Daleville.
He was born on March 28, 1954, in Rockbridge County, to the late Ira Lee and Crystal Eleanor Grant Petitt.
John proudly served in the United States Navy. He also worked as a maintenance supervisor at the Powder Metallurgy Company in Lewisville, Texas.
Outside...
Sandra H. Lancaster
Aug 7, 2025
Sandra Dean Hicks Lancaster, 83, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, in Staunton.
A true force of nature, Sandra was the heart and soul of her family - the one who held everything and everyone together.
To her children, she was everything: a tireless taxi driver, a masterful chef, a meticulous scheduler, and the...
Cecelia L. Shott
Aug 7, 2025
Cecelia Louise Shott, 95 years old, of Staunton, Virginia entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 07, 2025. She and her husband, Bill, who passed away in 2015, relocated to Fishersville, VA from their home in Fords, NJ thirty-five years ago, and later to Staunton at The Legacy of North Augusta.
Mrs. Shott was born in Staten Island, NY in 1930...
Leon "Lee" B. Brooks
Aug 7, 2025
Leon “Lee” Bernard Brooks, 80, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Richmond.
He was born on March 13, 1945, in Staunton to the late Lewis Russell and Arlene Catherine Miller Brooks.
Lee graduated from Buffalo Gap High School in Swoope. Upon graduation he served in the United States Navy, before dedicating over thirty years as a...
Michael P. Ogden
Aug 6, 2025
Michael Paul Ogden, 84, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.
Born on November 19, 1940, in Hartford, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Harold J. and Alice Peck Ogden.
Michael honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, he embarked on a distinguished career in broadcasting, beginning...
John K. Anderson
Aug 5, 2025
John Kirk Anderson, 97, of Middlebrook, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, surrounded by his family.
John was born on March 15, 1928, in San Mateo, CA, to the late Hubert “Jo-Jo” Haven, Sr. and Marian Covert Wirtner Anderson.
He spent his early years in the San Francisco Bay Area before graduating from Western High School in Washington, D.C., and...
Evah L. Roller
Aug 4, 2025
Evah Lanora Ruth Roller, 104, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Bridgewater Retirement Community with her husband, Richard and her three daughters at her side.
She was born on March 26, 1921, in Parkersburg, WV to the late Bartelle and Florence (Doherty) Ruth of Belpre, OH.
Memories tie us together and our Mom knew how to do this with all...
Irvin L. Erler
Aug 2, 2025
Irvin Leslie Erler, 87, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.
He was born on November 17, 1937, in Norman Township, MI, to the late Norman Henry and Ruby Adelia Demouth Erler.
He attended Norman-Dickson High School. After graduating in 1956, he joined the Navy. While in the Navy, he met his beloved wife of sixty-three...
Rosa J. Little
Aug 2, 2025
Rosa Jaime Little, 64, departed this life on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025. Surrounded by her family, she passed peacefully at her home in Staunton, Virginia, following a lengthy illness.
Born August 11th, 1960 in Quezon City, Philippines, to Melquides Espino Jaime and Dionicia Tapnio Payumo, Rosa grew up in Mexico, Pampanga Province (Philippines). She worked overseas as a young adult, emigrating...
Joyce M. Harris
Aug 2, 2025
Joyce Ann Mowbray Harris, 75, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on January 13, 1950, in Keezletown to the late Homer Ray and Hazel Louella Nieswander Mowbray.
Joyce cared for children in her home daycare for over thirty years. She became known to many as “Nana,” a name still used by the many...
Henry L. Houseknecht
Aug 1, 2025
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Henry Lee Houseknecht, 84, a treasured husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 1, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on February 4, 1941, in Nuttallburg, West Virginia, to the late Raymond C. and Daisy Young Houseknecht.
A proud veteran, Henry served in the United States Air Force from 1959 to 1963....
Linda H. Bowles
Jul 30, 2025
Linda Sue Hays Bowles, 73, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at her residence in Fishersville.
She was born on July 31, 1951, in Staunton to the late John Franklin and Viola Catherine Thomas Hays.
Linda was a graduate of Riverheads High School, Class of 1969, and worked at Hollister Inc. in Stuarts Draft for twenty years.
She was a devoted member...
Mary G. Caywood
Jul 30, 2025
Mary “Connie” Constantina Georganzis Caywood, 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on February 17, 1940, in Washington, D.C., to the late Nickolas Paul and Emma Louise Deihr Georganzis.
Mary was a proud military wife who dedicated her life to supporting her husband throughout his service. During their travels with the military, Mary...
Daniel G. Fauber
Jul 29, 2025
Daniel Glen Fauber, 56, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.
He was born on June 25, 1969, in Staunton to James Elbert Fauber and the late Carol Sue Woolard Fauber.
In addition to his father, he is survived by his sons, Benjamin Fauber and Wes; his daughter, Braelin Fauber; his brothers, Mike...
William G. Sidebottom
Jul 27, 2025
William George Sidebottom, 77, passed away on Sunday July 27, 2025, at his residence in Staunton. He left behind a legacy of service, intellect, and quiet strength.
He was born on July 21, 1948, in Greeley, Colorado to the late William Carroll and Florence Elaine Krusenstjerna Sidebottom.
Raised in Wichita Falls, Texas, he spent his formative years there and graduated from Rider...
Barbara T. Wade
Jul 27, 2025
Barbara Ann Townsend Wade, 79, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on April 3, 1946, in Washington, D.C. to the late Winford William and Marjorie Jean Morgan Townsend.
She is survived by her brother, William Boyd Townsend, Sr. and his wife, Mary; her niece, April Lynn Townsend; and her nephew, William Boyd Townsend,...
Franklin B. Fridley
Jul 20, 2025
Franklin Bernard Fridley, 79, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, with his loving wife Diane by his side.
He was born on September 5, 1945, in Staunton to the late Dorothy Louise Fridley-Zimbo.
Franklin had a real passion for softball and spent many happy days on the field with his teammates. He also enjoyed shooting pool and never turned down a...
Nancy J. Brumbaugh
Jul 19, 2025
Nancy Jane Lamb Brumbaugh, 91, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at her home in Staunton.
She was born on April 4, 1934, in Staunton to the late William Alexander and Mary Jane Back Lamb.
For over fifty years, Nancy devoted herself to caring for children, offering them love, guidance, and unwavering comfort.
She was member of Calvary Baptist Church in Staunton,...
Margaret B. Alphin
Jul 19, 2025
Margaret Marie Branch Alphin. 80, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at her home in Verona.
She was born on February 20, 1945, in Nelson County to the late James Collie, Sr. and Mollie Mae Moyer Branch.
Margaret loved gardening and always had a beautiful yard full of flowers. She was a wonderful cook, and her meals brought comfort to everyone...
Fred M. Bower
Jul 19, 2025
Fred M. Bower, 88, of Fishersville, Virginia, went to heaven to be with his beloved wife, Mary Bower, on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Born on April 18, 1937 in Augusta County, he was the son of the late Bernard and Isabell Bower.
Mr. Bower was employed by various corporations until retiring in 2002. He was a proud member of Barren Ridge Church.
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