Obituaries
William A. Huggard
Sep 12, 2023
William A. Huggard, passed away on September 12, 2023, in Staunton, Virginia.
He was born on October 3, 1946, in Augusta County, Virginia, to the late Lucy E. Huggard.
William graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and went on to serve his country in the United States Army.After completing his military service, William joined Unifi, where he worked...
Henry "Hank" K. Dillard, Sr.
Sep 11, 2023
Henry "Hank" Kuhl Dillard, Sr., 87, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023 at his residence in Greenville.
Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.
Stephen L. Echols, Sr.
Sep 10, 2023
Stephen (Steve) Lee Echols, Sr., 81, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Parks Springs Retirement Community in Stone Mountain, Georgia.
He was born in Staunton, Virginia, August 25, 1942, to the late Hubert and Lily Echols.
After graduating from Staunton Military Academy, he attended the University of Virginia and graduated in 1964 with a degree in English....
Lois E. Ruch
Sep 7, 2023
Lois E. Ruch of Fishersville, passed away at the age of 90, on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at Augusta Health.
Lois was the wife of the late William H. Ruch, to whom she had been married for 58 years. Lois was also preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Jane G. Ruch, the wife of her son, Michael W. Ruch;...
Harold L. Shifflett
Sep 7, 2023
Harold Lee Shifflett, 61, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at his residence in Waynesboro.
He was born on July 9, 1962, in Waynesboro to the late Edgar Mathew Shifflett and Joyce Lee Johnson Snead.Harold was a man who never met a stranger. He had a warm and friendly nature that made everyone feel welcome in his presence. He...
Patsy H. Reese
Sep 6, 2023
Patsy Ann Hipes Reese, 71, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at her residence in Steeles Tavern.
She was born on October 3, 1951, in Augusta County to the late Lawrence "Skinny" Edward and Louise Virginia Holcomb Hipes, Sr.Throughout her life, Patsy found joy and fulfillment working as a cook at White's Travel Center in Raphine for over 35 years....
Rosalie C. McLear
Sep 5, 2023
Rosalie Josephine Curry McLear, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Shenandoah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born on June 29, 1937, in Staunton to the late Leon Randolph and Helen Mae Back Curry, Sr.
She worked for many years with her late husband, John Wesley McLear, Jr., in his jewelry and horology...
Frederick P. Harris, III
Sep 5, 2023
Frederick Paul Harris, III, 65, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at his residence in Clifton Forge.
Frederick was born on October 31,1957, to the late Frederick Paul and Betty Gene Hodge Harris, II.
He retired from Fenco, Inc. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman. His true passion was as a chef.
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Robert C. Cote, Sr.
Sep 3, 2023
Robert Charles Cote, Sr., passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on April 2, 1939, in Minden, NY to the late Joseph Paul Ulrique and Rose Louise Gelineau Cote.
Robert was a retired truck driver.
The memories of Robert will forever remain in the hearts of his surviving family members and friends....
Mary K. Coyner
Sep 2, 2023
Mary Margaret Knox Coyner, 85, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter in Stuarts Draft on Saturday, September 2, 2023.
Mary was born in Rockbridge County on April 2, 1938, to the late Howard Benjamin and Gertrude Virginia Mynes Knox.Mary had a well-known passion and talent as a cook. Her homemade dishes brought joy to countless gatherings and...
Ruth K. Botkin
Sep 2, 2023
Ruth Marie Knapp Botkin, 72, widow of Charles C. Botkin, Sr. of Verona, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Augusta Health Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born in Monterey, VA on November 10, 1950 to the late Ralph N. Knapp and Etta M. (Hevener) Knapp.
Ruth graduated from Highland High School and received her business degree...
Pamela Atwell
Sep 1, 2023
Pamela Atwell, 77, wife of William Atwell of Staunton, died on September 1, 2023 at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah after a long illness.
Born on September 26, 1945 to Julien J. Olivier and Joan E. Olivier, Pam spent most of her early life in California. An honors graduate of Santa Clara University, she later earned MA and PhD...
Anna Lou D. Bullman
Aug 31, 2023
Anna Lou Dula Bullman, widow of Alonzo Bullman, peacefully passed away on August 31, 2023, at the age of 90 at Brookdale in Staunton. She was born on May 12, 1933, in Robbinsville, North Carolina to her loving parents Jesse James Dula and Iva Lee Phillips Dula. Anna Lou was known for her vibrant personality that left a lasting impact on...
John R. Pilson
Aug 31, 2023
John Robert Pilson passed away at the age of 91 on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Blue Ridge Christian Homes Senior Living Facility in Raphine.
He was born on October 31, 1931, in Staunton to the late John Thompson and Mary Margaret Erwin Pilson.John worked at Monticello Dairy in Staunton and loved being known as the “Ice Cream Man”.Outside of...
William M. Ballew
Aug 30, 2023
William Murray Ballew, 77, passed away at his home in Philipsburg, Montana on Wednesday, August 30th.
Bill was born in Mint Spring to Robert Murray Ballew and Mary Coiner Ballew in 1946, and lived the majority of his life in the Shenandoah Valley.
He graduated from Riverheads High School and attended Ferrum College before returning to the area.
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Paul L. Hatcher
Aug 25, 2023
Coach Paul Lynwood Hatcher, 80, of Staunton, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born in the quiet Henry County community of Bassett Forks, Virginia on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1942, to the late William Thomas and Vilma Avis Shivley Hatcher.
He attended Bassett High School, Bridgewater College, and the University of Virginia,...
Reecy "Jackie" B. Bottenfield
Aug 15, 2023
Reecy "Jackie" Jerdena Beahm Bottenfield, 89, peacefully left this world on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at her residence in Churchville, surrounded by her family.
She was born on January 10, 1934, in Augusta County, to the late Gilbert Alderton and Phylis Taft Crawford Beahm.For over thirty years, Jackie worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse at King's Daughters Hospital in Staunton...
Brenda V. Stonesifer
Aug 10, 2023
Brenda Katherine Vette Stonesifer, 76, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
She was born on March 8, 1947, in Staunton to the late Joseph Leon and Montrose Rebecca Tucker Vette.Brenda had a fulfilling career as an eligibility worker with Augusta County Social Services. She was known for her dedication and compassion in assisting those in need. Brenda retired from...
John J. Stover
Aug 10, 2023
John James Stover, Sr., passed away at his residence in Staunton on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
He was born on April 16, 1956, in Staunton to the late Fred Nelson, Sr. and Elizabeth Keefer Barkley Stover.John served his country proudly as a corporal in the United States Army. He was a hardworking and skilled roofer who took great pride...
Timothy F. Taylor
Aug 9, 2023
Timothy Frank Taylor passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on September 12, 1967, in Staunton to Fonda Faye Buchanan Taylor and the late James Frank Taylor.Timothy's career was centered around the family business he helped operate, Taylor and Sons Electrical Contractors. As an electrician, Timothy displayed exceptional skill and...
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