Obituaries
Tommy P. Vames
Jan 27, 2026
*** NOTICE - ALL SERVICES RESCHEDULED ***
The visitation for Tommy Vames has been moved from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Henry Funeral Home in Staunton. A Trisagion Service will immediately follow the visitation.
The funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Charlottesville with...
Eugene "Gene" M. Sprouse
Jan 21, 2026
*** NOTICE – ALL SERVICES RESCHEDULED ***
The visitation for Eugene Sprouse will now take place from 6:00 - 8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Henry Funeral Home.
The funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Henry Funeral Home.
Interment will immediately follow at Estaline Presbyterian Chapel Cemetery in Craigsville.
We appreciate your understanding and...
Eugene "Gene" W. Rowe
Feb 9, 2026
Eugene “Gene” Wilson Rowe, 89, husband of Patricia Tyler Rowe, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026, at Augusta Health Shenandoah House.
He was born on September 16, 1936, in Augusta County to the late John Clyde and Frances Elizabeth Bailey Rowe.
Gene proudly served his country for four years in the United States Navy during the Korean conflict. He first served...
Thomas E. Long
Feb 8, 2026
Thomas Eugene Long, 74, widower of Donna Turner Long, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at his residence in Staunton.
He was born on March 7, 1951, in Staunton to the late Eugene Lawhorne and Annie Catherine Wiseman Long.
For most of his life, Thomas was a proud owner-operator truck driver, working for numerous local trucking companies. He took great pride...
William D. Wine
Feb 7, 2026
William Deahl Wine, 85, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Brookdale Senior Living in Staunton.
He was born on May 7, 1940, in Augusta County, to the late Kenneth Lanier and Mary Juanita Deahl Wine.
William was a proud graduate of Middle River High School. On July 25, 1959, he married the love of his life, Joan Shreckhise.
He was an...
John W. Blackwell, Jr.
Feb 7, 2026
John "J" William Blackwell, Jr., 52, a beloved husband, father, pops, and brother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at his residence in Swoope.
He was born on December 2, 1973, in Waynesboro, a son of John William Blackwell, Sr. and the late Connie Denise Chittum Reider.
J was a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Staunton and...
Sylvia D. Carter
Feb 6, 2026
Sylvia Darlene Carter, 62, of Staunton, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 6, 2026, at her residence.
She was born on November 14, 1963 in Lynchburg, VA.
Known for her immense kindness and a gentle spirit that she extended to everyone she met, Sylvia possessed a rare gift - her hugs could truly make anyone feel deeply...
Kathleen R. Scott
Feb 5, 2026
Kathleen Hyde Russell Scott, 89, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on August 12, 1936, in Cumberland, VA to the late Frank Spencer and Maude Lincoln Langhorne Russell.
Kathleen dedicated her professional life to education, serving as a schoolteacher with Augusta County Schools. She retired from Beverley Manor Elementary School.
She was a devoted...
Francis "Steve" S. Leacock
Feb 5, 2026
Francis Stephen “Steve” Leacock, 71, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at King’s Daughters’ Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
He was born on February 26, 1954, in Fredericksburg to the late Robert “Bob” Edward Leacock and Evelyn Etta Wimmer.
Steve worked as a retail sales associate at Staples. He never met a gadget he didn’t want to figure out,...
Allan B. Painter II
Feb 2, 2026
Allan Baker Painter, II (85), known by all as Al, passed away on February 2, 2026 after a short illness. Al and his twin brother, the late Simon M. Painter, Jr. (Cy) were born on May 8, 1940 in Bedford, Virginia, the sons of the late Simon M. Painter, Sr and the late Laura Lackey Painter.
Since moving to Staunton in...
Paul R. Blackwell
Jan 30, 2026
Paul Ray Blackwell, 69, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Waynesboro.
He was born on February 13, 1956, to the late William Joseph Blackwell and Mary Josephine Fravel Bell.
He enjoyed fishing and watching movies and was a real movie buff at heart. He also took great pride in his work and valued the friendships he built with his Walmart family.
He...
Alma W. Landes
Jan 29, 2026
Alma Marie Wine Landes, 98, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Bridgewater Retirement Community.
She was born on October 9, 1927, in Staunton, to the late Emmett Charles and Effie Estella Cline Wine.
In 1957, Alma and her husband, Kenneth, founded the Augusta County Credit Union. Together they nurtured and grew the institution for thirty-five years, until their retirement in...
Charlie S. Taylor
Jan 28, 2026
Charlie Scott Taylor, 11, of Staunton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. He was a bright light in the lives of many.
Born on June 10, 2014, in Fishersville, he leaves behind a storehouse of laughter, love, and cherished memories.
Charlie was a sixth-grade student at Shelburne Middle School in Staunton, where he was known...
Stephanie M. Trees
Jan 27, 2026
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, just before 1:30 PM, Stephanie Michelle Trees stepped into heaven into her Savior's loving arms after a valiant fight with cancer.
Stephanie was born on May 31, 1988, in Roanoke, VA, to Mike and Beth Trees.
She grew up as the life of the party, always coming up with ideas for games to play or home videos...
Peggy M. Smethie
Jan 26, 2026
Peggy Ann Moore Smethie, 92, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
Peggy was born March 13, 1933, in Staunton, to the late Ernest Franklin and Lydia Viola Wright Moore.
Peggy was a skilled assistant and office manager for the dental office of Drs. Fred and Bob Markley for over two...
Marvin C. Fortune
Jan 25, 2026
Marvin Cecil Fortune, 87, husband of Diana Lee Gregory Fortune, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at his residence.
Marvin was born on May 13, 1938, in Richmond, a son of the late Ida Mae Fortune Newcomb and his step-father, Drewery Baker Newcomb.
Marvin was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church in Fishersville. He worked at the E.I. DuPont plant...
Daniel "Dan" K. Purdom
Jan 25, 2026
Daniel “Dan” Kirkland Purdom, 93, of Staunton, Virginia, died on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 7, 1932, Dan was the son of Herald Bohon Purdom and Julia “June” Mason Dyer Purdom.
He is survived by his wife of seventy years, Jo Frances Purdom; his son, Dan, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Amy Purdom (Staunton, VA); his daughters,...
Jimmy H. Slough
Jan 23, 2026
Jimmy Horace Slough, 92, called home to be with his Savior on Friday, January 23, 2026, at his residence in Mount Solon.
He was born on January 19, 1934, in Rockbridge County to the late Elmer Emory and Clare Edith Snyder Slough.
Jimmy was the last surviving member of his immediate family and served as a faithful member of Grace Baptist Church...
Jeffrey A. Cline
Jan 21, 2026
Jeffrey Alan Cline, 66, Passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Augusta Health in Fisherville.
He was born on April 30, 1959, in Augusta County to the late Warren Samuel Cline and the late Mary Jane Craun Bailes.
Jeffrey enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved camping and spending time outdoors, and he was a big football fan. Jeffrey proudly...
Jean Y. Wilkins
Jan 20, 2026
Jean Constance Young Wilkins, 96, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Summit Square Retirement Community in Waynesboro, Virginia. She was the widow of the late Rodney Franklin Wilkins, Jr.
She was born on July 31, 1929, in Staunton, Virginia to the late Lacy Inigo Young and Lula Ruth Grove Young.
Jean graduated in the last graduating class from Fishersville High...
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