Obituaries
Jeanette O. Harrison
Jul 9, 2025
Jeanette O’Dell Harrison, 32, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on Friday, November 13, 1992, in Wilmington, North Carolina to Angela Tucker Harrison and the late Michael Wayne Harrison.
Jeanette was the fourth child born to Angela, and the first girl in the Harrison family since her Aunt Patty. She also had an...
Robert H. Moyer
Jul 9, 2025
Robert Holt Moyer, 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on October 11, 1939, in Staunton to the late Harry Holt and Nina Maude Painter Moyer.
Robert was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps, taking great pride in his time spent in military service.
He was known for his...
Irene J. Lawhorne
Jul 9, 2025
Irene Lavinia Johnson Lawhorne, 87, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born on July 21, 1937, in Augusta County to the late Theodore Roosevelt and Annie Cleo Coffey Johnson.
Irene lived a life rooted in compassion and care, dedicating her career to being a private caregiver. Irene had a remarkable ability...
Jean W. Covington
Jul 8, 2025
Jean Carvel Winegard Covington, 87, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Roanoke with her friends at her side.
She was born on October 24, 1937, in Tacoma Park, Maryland, as an only child to the late Vance Atherton and Louise Anna Crawford Winegard.
She grew up during a remarkable time in Washington, D.C., and throughout her life, she carried...
David E. Halterman
Jul 8, 2025
David Emmanuel Halterman, 57, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on January 5, 1968, to Donald Lee and Gail Ellen Cross Halterman.
David was a proud graduate of Wilson Memorial High School in Fishersville.
After high school he was employed by Penny Plate in Fishersville until he was no longer able to work.
David loved...
Jon G. Newman
Jul 8, 2025
Jon Glenn Newman, 65, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at his residence in Stuarts Draft.
He was born on May 3, 1960, in Charleston, West Virginia to the late Henry Glenn and Betty Ann Hill Newman.
A proud West Virginian through and through, Jon lived a simple, honest life filled with all the things he loved, especially his family.
He loved...
Mary A. Dove
Jul 7, 2025
Mary Wooddell Addison Dove, 92, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah in Fishersville.
She was born April l9, 1933, in Twin Branch, West Virginia to the late William Irvine, Sr. and Gladys Bryan Vance Woodell.
Mary graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and Dunsmore Business College in Staunton. She enjoyed playing tennis and...
Lynn G. Hogg
Jul 7, 2025
Lynn Glovier Hogg, 78, a respected educator, mentor, and veteran, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Summit Square Retirement Community in Waynesboro. In this community, his legacy of dedication to education, sports, and service will continue to inspire future generations.
He was born in Staunton on August 27, 1946, to the late James Gardiner and Davie Millicent Glovier...
Rhonda D. Paugh
Jul 6, 2025
Rhonda Denise Paugh was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and loyal friend whose warmth, strength, and spirit touched all who knew her.
Born on August 26, 1956, Rhonda lived a life full of love and adventure. As the proud mother of Joshua Logan Branch, Jalieen Lacye Grogan, and Jessie Renay Sheren, her greatest joy came from her family. Her heart...
Charles H. Shomo
Jul 5, 2025
Charles Hunter Shomo, 93, of Staunton, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on November 6, 1931, in Augusta County, to the late Joseph Hunter and Jessie Agnes Rosen Shomo.
Charles dedicated his life to agriculture and service, embodying the spirit of hard work and commitment on his beloved...
George W. Weller
Jul 5, 2025
George Walton Weller, 92, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
He was born on April 10, 1933, in Augusta County to the late Walton Milton and Carrie Virginia Aldhizer Weller.
George was a respected electrician, working with companies such as Riddleberger, Broadway Electric, and later as a contractor with McQuay.
In addition to...
Elwyn N. Rinker, Jr.
Jul 5, 2025
Elwyn Norris Rinker, Jr. (known as “Bob” to family and friends) died on the morning of July 5, 2025, at English Meadows in Fishersville.
He was born on September 8, 1934, to the late Elwyn Norris, Sr. and Irene Jeanette Kemper Rinker.
Bob grew up on a small family farm in Stevensburg, Virginia. He helped with farm work and raised a calf...
Jon H. Arneson
Jul 1, 2025
Jon Harold Arneson, 87, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.
Born on February 5, 1938, in Washington, D.C., to the late Lillian (Krohn) and Henry Knute Arneson, Jon was a devoted family man who will be missed greatly by his loved ones and friends.
Jon lived in many places throughout the US while growing up, however,...
Boyd C. Helmick, Sr.
Jun 27, 2025
Boyd Cleveland Helmick, Sr., 84, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on May 4, 1941, in Staunton to the late Albert Cleveland and Eveline Burton Redifer Helmick.
Boyd dedicated thirty-eight and a half years of his professional life working in the maintenance department at DuPont in Waynesboro.
Beyond his professional life, his pride and...
Dorothy M. Baxley
Jun 26, 2025
Dorothy Rhodes Mattox Baxley, 64, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton. A beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, her warmth, love, and laughter will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She was born on July 1, 1960, to Brigadier General Alvah Stone Mattox, Jr. and the late Elizabeth “Betty” Ann...
Anthony W. Cash
Jun 24, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Wilson Cash, 66, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at his residence in Churchville.
He was born on April 9, 1959, in Rockbridge County to the late Vivian Maxine Campbell.
Tony dedicated over thirty-five years of his life to working as a steamfitter, a trade he took great pride in.
He had a passion for hunting and found joy in...
Betty S. Cord
Jun 21, 2025
Betty Lou Simpson Cord, 89, of Wake and formerly of Henrico County, has left this earth on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at her residence.
She will join her one true love Paul J. Cord, Jr. (John) who predeceased her in 2001.
She is survived by her only child, Jonni Lou Cord and her spouse, Elizabeth Downes who jointly cared for Betty in...
MSGT William "Bill" D. Barkley
Jun 20, 2025
MSGT William David “Bill” Barkley, retired U.S. Air Force, 85, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on July 26, 1939, in Staunton to the late Helen Virginia Jordan and Jesse James Barkley.
Bill graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and went on to enlist in the U.S. Air Force, where he proudly...
Elizabeth P. Furr
Jun 16, 2025
Elizabeth Paulette Furr, 78, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, at the Meadows at Stuarts Draft Retirement Community.
Paulette was born on March 27, 1947, in Augusta County, the daughter of the late Paul C. and Mary F. Furr.
She was a graduate of Valley Vocational Technical Center and was a cosmetology instructor for over twenty-five years. She was a member...
John S. McLaughlin
Jun 15, 2025
John Samuel McLaughlin, 63, of Lee Jackson Highway, Staunton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
He came into this world with a bang on July 27, 1961, and continued to cause controlled chaos for the better part of his life.
He kept his parents on their toes with many childhood antics. Whether he was secretly nursing an injured...
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