Obituaries

Terry L Miller

Terry L Miller

Feb 20, 2024

Terry Lynn Wooddell Miller, 59, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

She was born on January 25, 1965, in Staunton to the late Arnold Willis and Betty Jo Robertson Wooddell.

Terry previously worked in environmental services for Red Coats, Inc.

Family and friends were the center of her life, and she held a special place in her...

James S. Scullin

James S. Scullin

Feb 19, 2024

James "Jim" S. Scullin, 79, passed away at Augusta Health in Fishersville, VA on Monday, February 19, 2024. 

He was born in 1945 in Philadelphia, PA, to his loving parents Simon James Scullin and Margaret Anna Kreiger Scullin. His grandmother, Anna Scullin and his aunt, Anne Scullin played a significant role in his upbringing.

Jim embarked on his professional journey by working...

Doris M. McSweeney

Doris M. McSweeney

Feb 19, 2024

Doris Mary McSweeney died Monday, February 19, 2024 at the Augusts Health Shenandoah Hospice House in Fishersville.

She was born on Long Island, New York on April 9, 1926 to Charles T. and Mary (Schmitt) Cooper.

Doris was married to Terence W. McSweeney, MSGT, USMC from 1944 until his passing in 1994. Terence was a career Marine and veteran of WWII and...

Leta L. Wimer

Leta L. Wimer

Feb 18, 2024

Leta Lightner Wimer, 91, of Staunton, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Shenandoah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.

She was the widow of Arvie Glenn Wimer, Jr.

She was born on December 21, 1932, in Valley Center, Highland County, a daughter of the late Harry Robert, Sr. and Bessie Lee Cleek Lightner.

She grew up in Bath County and was...

Linda U. Landes

Linda U. Landes

Feb 16, 2024

Linda Kay Utt Landes, 75, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, at the Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton, surrounded by family. 

She was born on September 5, 1948, in Fayette County, WV to the late William Jennings Utt and Violet LeMasters Allen.

Throughout her career as a devoted school bus driver for the Augusta County Public School...

Damien W. Norman

Damien W. Norman

Feb 15, 2024

Damien Wyatt Norman, born at Augusta Health in Fishersville, embarked on his journey to Heaven on the same day, Thursday, February 15, 2024. 

His time with us may have been brief, but the impact he left behind is immeasurable.

Damien leaves behind a circle of loved ones who will continue to honor his memory every day: his parents, Tyler Norman and Simone...

Ada V. Leitch

Ada V. Leitch

Feb 15, 2024

February 15, 2024, our beautiful mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Ada V. “Ginger” Leitch went to be with the Lord. She was born on April 24, 1940, to Samuel Wade Curry and Catherine Marie Dodd Curry.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ralph Leon Leitch, Sr.; her daughter, Karen; her brother, Roy Leon Berry; her sisters, Linda Louise...

Mildred L. Smiley

Mildred L. Smiley

Feb 15, 2024

Mildred Louise Landram Smiley, 97, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at Shenandoah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.

She was born on October 30, 1926 to the late Luther E. Landram and Edith Gilkerson Landram in Staunton.

In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert S. Smiley, Jr.

Her father Luther and her uncle,...

Caroline B. Kite

Caroline B. Kite

Feb 14, 2024

Caroline Faye Benson Kite, 81, a beloved wife and mother, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at King's Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton. 

She was born on October 21, 1942, in Staunton, to the late Hansford "Bill" Clyde and Elsie Mae Brooks Benson.

Caroline's passion for caregiving blossomed early on, leading her to pursue a career in nursing....

LuAnne G. Scott

LuAnne G. Scott

Feb 11, 2024

LuAnne Kathryn Gardyko Scott, 75, a beloved and well-known member of the Mill Gap community, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Maple Lawn Residential Living in Staunton.

She was born on December 3, 1948, in Saginaw, Michigan to her parents, Daniel Anthony and Doris Bell Carter Gardyko.

Throughout her life, LuAnne made significant contributions to her community and touched countless...

Martha P. Wilkerson

Martha P. Wilkerson

Feb 8, 2024

Martha Palmer Wilkerson, 94, died peacefully surrounded by family on the 8th day of February 2024.

She was born December 24, 1929, in Lexington, the daughter of the late Alphadine “Dean” (Kelley) Palmer and Walter M. Palmer. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlyle E. Wilkerson.

Mrs. Wilkerson was a graduate of Robert E Lee High School and Dunsmore Business School....

Michael D. Ramsey

Michael D. Ramsey

Feb 7, 2024

Michael Dale Ramsey, 59, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at his residence in Fishersville. 

He was born in Staunton on November 29, 1964, to the late Ibry Dale Ramsey and Peggy Sanna Eliteen Bosserman.

During his life, Michael found joy in simple pleasures such as being a devoted fan of the Miami Dolphins and showering love on his two feline...

Avis Wright

Avis Wright

Feb 6, 2024

Avis Lewellyn Wright, 96, went to be with Jesus on February 6, 2024, at her home in Verona. 

Her smile lit up a room and her faith in the Lord drove her zeal for life and her love for her family and friends. 

She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Flory and her son-in-law, Donnie Flory of Mt. Sidney; her grandchildren, Candi...

Katherine T. Franklin

Katherine T. Franklin

Feb 3, 2024

Katherine T. Franklin, 81, widow of Eugene Heavener Franklin, Jr., passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at her sister's residence in Fort Washington, Maryland. 

She was born on June 21, 1942, in Charlottesville to the late Rudolph Benjamin Taylor, Sr., and Louise Katherine Frye Taylor.

Katherine led a fulfilling career as a clerical specialist in the healthcare industry at Augusta Health....

Kathy D. Reagan

Kathy D. Reagan

Feb 1, 2024

Kathy Derrer Reagan of Clover passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the age of 65.

She was born in Staunton, VA on December 19, 1958. Kathy spent her childhood and early adult life in Staunton. 

She was preceded in death by her parents,  James Lloyd Derrer and Ruby Armentrout Derrer.

Kathy was employed with the Halifax County...

Lena B. Cook

Lena B. Cook

Jan 31, 2024

Lena Mahulda Bright Cook, 93, left her earthly home on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, to be reunited with her beloved husband, Charlie, in their heavenly home where they will walk hand in hand through eternity. She was surrounded by family at her daughter’s home in Stuarts Draft. 

Lena was born March 28, 1930, at the homeplace of her parents, the late...

Alan D. Obaugh

Alan D. Obaugh

Jan 29, 2024

Alan Douglas Obaugh, 64, of Staunton, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 29, 2024, after a 12-year battle with prostate cancer. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Henry W. Obaugh. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Laurie H. Obaugh; his mother, Carolyn S. Obaugh; his brother, Dean Obaugh (Judy); his stepdaughter, Lindsey Lohr...

Carl E. Caricofe, Sr.

Carl E. Caricofe, Sr.

Jan 29, 2024

Carl Eugene Caricofe, Sr., 86, passed away at his farm in Fort Defiance on Monday, January 29, 2024.

Carl was born on December 26, 1937, in Augusta County, to James Howard and Margie May Mitts Caricofe.

On September 1, 1956, he was married to Pauline "Polly" Elizabeth Sutherland by Reverend David F. Glovier in Verona.

As a youngster, he lived in several different...

Charles L. and Leona G. Brown

Charles L. and Leona G. Brown

Jan 28, 2024

Charles “Chuck” Lawrence Brown, 87, of Nellysford, sadly left us on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at King’s Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton, following a battle with heart disease.

He was closely followed in death by his loving wife, Leona Grace Brown, 83, of Waynesboro, who passed peacefully on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at River Edge Rehab and Nursing...

Robert L. Turner

Robert L. Turner

Jan 28, 2024

Robert “Bob” Lane Turner, 82, of Staunton, left this life to be reunited with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 28, 2024, at King’s Daughters Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton. 

Bob met his wife, Helen, after she spotted some of Bob’s creative leather handiwork at a state fair. They began corresponding, eventually falling in love, and marrying in...

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