Obituaries
James F. Allen, Sr.
May 8, 2025
James Franklin Allen, Sr., 91, passed on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his residence in Staunton.
James was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose legacy of hard work, ingenuity, and love for family will never be forgotten.
Born on December 6, 1933, in Augusta County, he was a son of the late Jasper Jennings, Sr. and Eva Lena Moyers Allen.
James...
Arnold L. Brown
May 5, 2025
Arnold Lee Brown, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025, at Brookdale Staunton. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and service that touched the lives of many.
He was born on December 4, 1950, in Harrisonburg, to the late Russell David and Dortha "Dottie" Pheba Kiser Brown.
Arnold dedicated much...
Michael N. Rudin
May 3, 2025
Michael Nils Rudin, 68, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.
He was born on November 19, 1956, in Bath County.
Mike married the love of his life, Cynthia “Cindy” Johnson Rudin, on July 5, 1980, together they built a life full of laughter, love, and an ever-growing collection of inside jokes. Mike's...
Dennis C. Hewitt
May 1, 2025
Dennis Clay Hewitt, 69, husband of Donna Carol (Coleman) Hewitt passed away at his residence Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Dennis was born in Staunton on October 18, 1955 to the late Clay Edward and Nancy Mildred (Hulvey) Hewitt.
Dennis spent his life nurturing his passion for agriculture. He was a proud graduate of Buffalo Gap High School in 1974, later earning a...
Dr. James R. Cooke, Jr.
Apr 29, 2025
Dr. James Ralph Cooke, Jr., 87, a pillar of the Staunton community and a devoted family man, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Shenandoah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
Born in Staunton on December 3, 1937, to the late James Ralph, Sr. and Jane Fretwell Agner Cooke, he dedicated over fifty years to the art and science...
Robert L. Pack
Apr 28, 2025
Robert Lowell Pack, husband of Leah S. Pack, of Staunton, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at Summit Square Retirement Community in Waynesboro.
Bob was born in Staunton, on September 23, 1930 and was the son of the late Albert H., Sr. and Emily Tyree Pack.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Stanley D. and Stephen...
Christine G. Baker
Apr 28, 2025
Christine Marie Graham Baker, wife of Michael H. Baker and mother of Jack, Lauren, and Matthew, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 28, 2025, at her residence in Staunton.
Christy was born June 8, 1978, in Fairfax, the daughter of Deborah Graham and the late James Allan Graham.
Christy lived her formative years in Fairfax, graduating from Falls Church High School. She...
Harry A. Breeden
Apr 27, 2025
Harry Anderson Breeden, 88, widower of Pauline Catherine Grant Breeden, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on November 20, 1936, in Rockbridge County to the late Samuel Lee and Essie Lee Hensley Breeden.
Harry was the owner of Marston and Michael where he worked for 68 years. He loved working and relished the...
Joyce G. Shell
Apr 27, 2025
Joyce Virginia Glover Shell, 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on November 7, 1936, in Weyers Cave, to the late Joy Nevitt and Lois Virginia Flory Glover.
Joyce devoted more than thirty years of her life as a beloved schoolteacher at West Side Elementary in Staunton, nurturing young minds and making...
Charles R. Masincup
Apr 23, 2025
Charles Richard Masincup, 89, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Birch Ridge Senior Living in Staunton.
He was born on September 29, 1935, in Staunton, to the late Richard John Masincup and Tressie Belle Spitler Dooms.
Prior to his retirement, he served as a supervisor with AMP, Inc.
A sportsman at heart, his love for the outdoors shone through in his...
Elsie R. White
Apr 23, 2025
Elsie Marie Rose White, 88, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at her residence in Mint Springs.
She was born on March 14, 1937, in Bedford, Virginia, to the late James Eli and Eva Jane Johnson Rose.
Elsie served as a nurse’s aide at Western State Hospital for an impressive forty-five years. After retiring from the hospital, Elsie continued serving others...
Kimberley A. Dull
Apr 23, 2025
Kimberley Ann Dull, 51, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on December 18, 1973, in Staunton, to Patricia Ann Cline Dull and the late Jacob Edward Dull.
Kimberley was a kind and loving person whose joy for life touched the hearts of many.
Throughout her life,...
Helen H. Persinger
Apr 14, 2025
Helen Marie Houser Persinger, 89, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Blue Ridge Christian Homes in Raphine.
She was born on March 18, 1936, in Augusta County to the late Guy Wilton and Edith Pearl Blackwell Houser.
Helen was a remarkable woman whose life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and love for her family and community.
Throughout her life,...
Lester S. Cook, Jr.
Apr 11, 2025
Lester “Mickey” Stone Cook, Jr., 69, of Mount Solon, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, after losing his battle to cancer.
He was born on March 3, 1956, to the late Lester Stone, Sr. and Ruby Caroline Dameron Cook.
He is survived by his significant other, Sherri Hedrick; his daughter, Emily Cook; his stepdaughters, Brandi Sampson and her partner, Matthew Woods and...
Jeffrey S. Wine
Apr 11, 2025
Jeffrey Scott Wine, 62, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on September 30, 1962, in Staunton.
Jeffrey is survived by his loving mother, Betty Lou Hicklin Wine, who will cherish his memory forever.
He is also survived by his daughters: Nicole Wine, Nichole Saginario, Elizabeth Snyder, Samatha McCauley,...
Robert W. Davis, Jr.
Apr 10, 2025
Robert Washington Davis, Jr., 86, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at his residence, in Staunton.
He was born on December 8, 1938, in Augusta County to the late Robert Washington, Sr. and Elizabeth Mae Smiley Davis.
Robert lived a life deeply rooted in the values of hard work and connection to the land.
For many years, Robert embraced his passion for...
Elizabeth "Betty" H. Bonham
Apr 9, 2025
Elizabeth (Betty) Graham Holmes Bonham, 92, of Staunton, died Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Baldwin Park.
She was born on August 16, 1932 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the daughter of the late John Sherwood and Ivie Graham Holmes. She was preceded in death by her husband, Griffin Eckle Bonham, and grandson, Jonathan Graham Bonham.
Betty graduated from Middle Tennessee State College in 1953,...
Arlene G. Stepka
Apr 7, 2025
Arlene Ann Gauger Stepka, 86, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at her residence, in Staunton.
She was born on January 26, 1939, in Paterson, New Jersey to the late John Martin, Sr. and Viola Bolmer Reape Gauger.
Arlene was a devoted mother who raised her four daughters single-handedly. Her children were always at the forefront of her life, and she...
James M. Moran
Apr 7, 2025
James Maynard Moran, 79, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on December 28, 1945, in Stuarts Draft to the late Herbert Maynard and Sadie Bell Campbell Moran.
James was a man of simple pleasures. He found immense joy in fishing, often spending time on the water. His passion for the outdoors was complemented...
Murray L. Smith
Apr 3, 2025
Murray Lawrence “ML” Smith, 81, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on October 19, 1943, in Meuthen, Massachusetts to the late Murray Lyman and Grace Taylor Smith.
Following high school graduation, ML enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was a Vietnam veteran. Following his military service, he attended Westfield State College...
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