Obituaries
Harriet F. Andrews
Dec 9, 2023
Harriet F. Andrews of Staunton, Virginia, 91, widow of Robert L. Andrews, transitioned from her earthly body on December 9, 2023 in Waynesboro, Virginia with her children by her side.
Harriet was born September 23, 1932 in Goldsboro, North Carolina, the daughter of Samuel H. “Red” Forsythe and “Lucy” B. Forsythe.
As a daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, spouse, mother,...
Simon P. Fridley
Dec 8, 2023
Simon Prescott Fridley, 43, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born in Staunton on May 29, 1980, a son to the late John Franklin and Geneva Wilcher Fridley. Simon is survived by his brother, Jason F. Fridley and significant other, Valerie Shifflett; his grandfather, Melvin Wilcher of Gloucester; his uncles and aunts,...
Maureen C. White
Dec 5, 2023
Maureen Cole White was born on March 8, 1947, in Johnson City, NY.
She passed away at Brightview Baldwin Park on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, in Staunton, VA.
She is survived by her husband of twenty-six years, Harrison E. White; her brothers, Brian D. Cole, of Orrtana, PA and Scott P. Cole (Marilyn) of Venore TN; several nieces, nephews,...
James W. Seay
Dec 4, 2023
James Winston "JW" Seay, 54, husband of Sharon Elaine Winsboro Seay, passed away Monday, December 4, 2023 at UVA Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Charlottesville.
JW was born on February 27, 1969 in Williamson, WV to the late James Lee Seay, Sr. and Rachael Sherron Snyder Seay.
JW was a devoted father, husband and friend. He lived his life finding...
Robert N. Scott
Dec 4, 2023
Robert "Tabby" Nathaniel Scott, 59, of Staunton, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023, at his residence in Staunton.
Robert was born October 6, 1964, in Staunton, to Robert M. Scott and Betty Louise Calloway Scott, later, to be raised by his bonus mother, Doretha Scott.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Robert, Betty, and Doretha Scott; his...
Janet L. Burch
Dec 3, 2023
We are sad to announce the passing of Janet Longville Burch of Waynesboro.
She died on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at the age of 79 at the UVA Medical Center after an unexpected stroke. She was predeceased by her mother; father; sister, Linda; and son, Christopher Todd.
She is survived by her children, Traci, John (Lisa), and Jim; her...
Thomas E. Gregory
Dec 1, 2023
Thomas Edward Gregory II, 91, of 317 Sussex Drive, Staunton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, December 1t, 2023 at King's Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
He was born on November 18, 1932, in Craigsville, the son of the late Richard L. Gregory, Sr.
He was raised by his grandparents, Tom...
Ruth R. Shorter
Dec 1, 2023
Ruth Riggins Shorter, 98, passed away peacefully at her residence in Staunton on Friday, December 1, 2023.
She was born on October 26, 1925, in Wythe County to the late Haswell Odell and Emma Rosa Fulton Riggins.
Ruth was a former member of the Staunton Pentecostal Holiness Church. She also had a passion for motorcycles and was proud to be...
Michael S. Rodgers
Nov 30, 2023
Michael “Mike” Sherman Rodgers, 53, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away November 30, 2023, at home surrounded by his family after a hard-fought and courageous battle with glioblastoma – an aggressive form of brain cancer. He was born in Alexandria, Virginia, to Stephen Rodgers and Nancy Sherman on October 27, 1970. He grew up with family in Staunton, Virginia and other...
Ramona F. McGuire
Nov 29, 2023
Ramona Fern McGuire, born on July 19, 1943, in Greencastle, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2023, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. She was 80 years old.Ramona was the daughter of the late Arthur David and Audrey Maxine Sears McGuire.
She is survived by her brother, Stephen David McGuire.Interment at Oak Lawn Mausoleum and Memory Garden in Staunton will...
Connard E. Howdyshell
Nov 28, 2023
Connard E. Howdyshell, 91, widower of Jane Howdyshell, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at his residence in Augusta County. He was born in Augusta County on August 9, 1932 to the late Roy and Lettie Howdyshell.
He dedicated several years of his life serving in the US Air Force, where he exhibited immense bravery and commitment to his...
Pamela A. Shiflet
Nov 28, 2023
Pamela Shiflet, 72, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior at her residence, on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.
She was born September 18, 1951, in Staunton. She was the daughter of the late C. Moffet and Shara (Ballard) Shiflet.
Pam was a life-long member of Hebron Presbyterian Church and worked for 25 years at Vector Industries.
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Jean D. Flower
Nov 27, 2023
Jean DuWell Flower, wife of Earl G. Flower, died Monday, November 27, 2023 at The Legacy at North Augusta.
She was born May 19, 1928 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
Mrs. Flower was a faithful member of Second Presbyterian Church since moving to Staunton in 1965. She served as a Sunday School and Circle Bible teacher, on the Missions Committee and various...
Maynard "Andy" C. Pierce
Nov 24, 2023
Maynard "Andy" Clair Pierce, 92, husband of Julia Helen McCoy Pierce, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 24, 2023 at The Retreat in Fishersville.
He was born in Great Valley, NY on September 10, 1931 to the late Orie Edwin Pierce and Zella May Lockard Pierce.Andy had a passion for helping others and was an active member of the...
Jane C. Bailes
Nov 22, 2023
Jane Craun Bailes, 85, of Big Sky Apartments, Staunton, widow of Robert H. Bailes, died on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Regency at Augusta Assisted Living and Memory Care in Fishersville.
Jane was born October 13, 1938, in Augusta County, a daughter of the late Ralph Lee Craun and Mary (Gum) Craun Armstrong.
Prior to retirement, she was employed by...
Mamie K. Redman
Nov 18, 2023
Mamie K. Redman, 79, widow of Harry G. "Mick" Redman, Sr., (married 46 years) passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Kings Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton. Mamie was born on February 8, 1944, in Pendleton County, WV to the late Collie Roosevelt Moats and Margaret Josephine Scott Moats. Mamie lived a life full of love,...
Daniel G. Anderson
Nov 18, 2023
Daniel Guy Anderson, 76, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. He was born on September 9, 1947 in Grayson, Virginia to the late Jessie Alexander and Minnie Viola Pilkins Anderson.
Daniel was an avid outdoorsman who had a deep passion for hunting and fishing. Spending time in nature brought him immense joy and he cherished the moments he had immersed...
Nelson G. Blosser
Nov 17, 2023
Nelson Glen Blosser, 74, a quiet and simple man with a helping heart, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, at the Willow Estates Retirement Community in Penn Laird.
He was born on September 30, 1949, in Waynesboro to the late Glen Harry and Lois Edna Grove BlosserNelson dedicated most of his career to the organ industry. He began by...
Roger L. Eagle
Nov 16, 2023
Roger Leon Eagle, 77, a retired professional firefighter with the City of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on October 4, 1946, in Augusta County, a son of the late James Ivan and Lena Virginia Sheffer Eagle.
Roger was a 1966 graduate of Buffalo Gap High School. Later, he enlisted...
Louis J. Bosek
Nov 15, 2023
We regretfully announce the departure of Louis “Lou” Joseph Bosek, whose journey on earth came to a peaceful close on November 13, 2023, in Staunton, VA.
Born on July 7, 1967, in Flushing, Queens, NY, to his late parents Louis Henry and Lena (Fiorello) Bosek, Lou blossomed into a beacon of diligence and compassion.
Lou’s life was a tapestry...

