Obituaries
Raymond K. Ward
Sep 30, 2023
Raymond “Ray” Keith Ward, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023, just shy of his 92nd birthday. He passed comfortably with Hospice services at Brightview Baldwin Park Assisted Living Staunton.
Mr. Ward was born October 8, 1931, to the late Lewis Franklin and Irma Geraldine Ward. He grew up in Blairstown, NJ. He is survived by his daughter,...
Judy F. Ashby
Sep 30, 2023
Judy Mae Furr Ashby, 80, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, September 30, 2023.
She was born on July 6, 1943, in Augusta County to the late Elwood Hamilton and Eva Nutty Furr. Judy dedicated the majority of her career to General Electric / Genicom in Waynesboro as an expediter, where she worked for an impressive thirty-four years. Afterward,...
Betty B. Wiseman
Sep 29, 2023
Betty Geraldine Breeden Wiseman passed away at the age of 89 on Friday, September 29, 2023, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born on March 14, 1934, in Dayton, to the late Herring Thomas and Virginia Ann Almarode Breeden. Betty dedicated four decades of her life as a psychological aide at Western State Hospital where she...
Norma W. Greenleaf
Sep 27, 2023
Norma Louise Wentworth Greenleaf, 90, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Birch Gardens Assisted Living in Staunton.
She was born on January 24, 1933, in Fayette, Maine to the late David Raymond and Viola Ethlyne Lieber Wentworth, Sr.Norma had a fulfilling career as an assembler for the biotech company Ventrex Labs in Portland, Maine. She dedicated her time...
Edwin M. O'Shea
Sep 26, 2023
Edwin Michael O’Shea, 45, passed peacefully into a new dimension of life beyond this one on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, after a long endurance race known as cancer. Edwin faced his disease with his characteristic cool head, humor, eternal optimism, and a cohort of loving family and friends. His best friend and partner Virginia walked every step of the...
Bernice F. Price
Sep 25, 2023
Bernice Mae Fridley Price, 101, widow of Luther Kenneth Price, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023, at Heritage Hall in Lexington.
Bernice was born on August 6, 1922, to the late Henry Clayton and Mary Mae Nichols Fridley.
She graduated from Craigsville High School with honors.
Bernice was a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church. With over...
Joyce S. Johnson
Sep 25, 2023
Joyce Marie Shifflet Johnson, 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 25, 2023, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. Born on March 24, 1939, in Augusta County, she was the daughter of the late Oscar Hitzleberger and Irene Shifflet. Joyce dedicated many years of her life to her work at Genicom in Waynesboro as a relay worker. She...
Nancy M. Abbott
Sep 24, 2023
Nancy Lois McAlister Abbott, 80, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on November 25, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri. She later moved to Waynesville, NC in 1991 with her husband.
Nancy was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.As a child, she was a member of the 4H club, which allowed...
Gary Ray Sutton
Sep 23, 2023
Gary Ray Sutton, 77, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
He was born on August 15, 1946, in Staunton, a son of the late Samuel Jeremiah and Bonnie Lee Hevener Sutton, Sr.Gary led a thrilling life full of adventures and enjoyed pushing the limits. After serving his country in the...
Virat "Tuk" Pitayatonakarn
Sep 23, 2023
Virat was born in Bangkok, Thailand in 1946. He was a wonderful protector and influence for his younger brothers as they grew up.
Virat eventually moved to Udon, Thailand to work in the restaurant business with his brother. It is there he met his wife, Napaporn Boonravikoon. They had three loving children.
Virat soon decided to make a home for...
Paul H. Wolfe
Sep 23, 2023
Paul H. Wolfe, 89, passed away on September 23, 2023, in Staunton, Virginia. He was born on September 11, 1934, in Augusta County, to the late Worty and Gladys Nulty Wolfe, Sr.
Paul lived a fulfilling life and left behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Paul leaves behind a multitude of loved ones who...
Virginia R. Francisco
Sep 21, 2023
Virginia (Ginny) Royster Francisco, a beloved member of the Staunton community, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at the age of 80 at Summit Square, after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was a loving mother, dedicated teacher, friend, and pillar of her community.
Born in Youngstown, Ohio, on November 18, 1942, Virginia Francisco grew up in...
Bettie K. Arey
Sep 20, 2023
Bettie Marie Kiser Arey, 84, widow of James "J.C." Caricofe Arey, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at her residence in Staunton.
Bettie was born on July 27, 1939, to the late John Cleveland and Anna Ruth Brake Kiser.
She was a member of the Annex United Methodist Church. She loved shopping and life on the farm. She also...
Jack L. Dull
Sep 18, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jack L. Dull, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away on September 18, 2023, at his residence in Waynesboro, Virginia.
He leaves behind a daughter, Suzie Dull, her husband Mike Miller, and grandson Jacob Miller, who were the shining lights of his life. He will...
Ralph L. Perry
Sep 15, 2023
Ralph Linwood Perry, 94, of Glen Allen and Waynesboro, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle F. Perry and Callie Carroll Perry; a sister, Marion Perry McCoy; two brothers, Donald C. and Douglas S. Perry; and a niece, Tina Mae Perry.
Ralph is survived by his wife of 51 years, Martha...
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...
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