Obituaries

John "Dick" R. Bartenslager

John "Dick" R. Bartenslager

Mar 26, 2024

John "Dick" Richard Bartenslager, 90, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Brightview at Baldwin Park in Staunton.  

He was born on November 27, 1933, in York County, PA to the late Dr. Arthur "Doc" Valentine Bartenslager and Mrs. Delilah Orr Bartenslager. 

Dick had a rich and fulfilling life, marked by diverse career experiences that ultimately led him to find his...

Mitzi L. Hughes

Mitzi L. Hughes

Mar 21, 2024

Mitzi Lynn (Mays) Hughes, 54, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at her residence in Greenville.

She was born in Bristol, Virginia on April 4, 1969, to the late Walter Sherill and Beulah Beatriss Dawson Mays.

Mitzi's career as an RN spanned across various healthcare settings, including Augusta Health, Langley Airforce, and Home Health. Her compassion and dedication towards her patients...

Brielle S. Enos

Brielle S. Enos

Mar 21, 2024

Brielle Serenity Enos, a precious little one, brought joy and love to all who knew her. Although her time with us was short, her impact was immeasurable. 

She was born in Charlottesville on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, and left us on Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Staunton at her residence.

Although Brielle Enos may no longer be with us physically, her spirit...

Capt. Davis S. Cangalosi

Capt. Davis S. Cangalosi

Mar 20, 2024

Davis Stewart Cangalosi, 85, a distinguished captain in the United States Navy, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at River Edge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Waynesboro. Born in bustling New York City to the late Joseph Anthony and Mary Elizabeth White Davis Cangalosi, he lived a life marked by integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedication to duty and community.Captain Cangalosi...

Edward E. Hartman

Edward E. Hartman

Mar 18, 2024

Edward Eugene Hartman, 68, of Staunton, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024, at his residence. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work and dedication.

Born on December 3, 1955, in Staunton, to Anna Bell Hoover and the late Ralph William Hartman.

Taking over Hartman Plumbing and Heating in 1999 from his father, Edward continued the family business with pride and...

Frank S. Black, Jr.

Frank S. Black, Jr.

Mar 17, 2024

After a life full of good friends and adventures, Frank S. Black Jr., 89, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia. 



He was born in Staunton, on February 25, 1935, to the late Frank S. Black and Mary M. Black. 



He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Margaret...

Helen A. Bartenslager

Helen A. Bartenslager

Mar 16, 2024

Helen Virginia (Arthur) Bartenslager, 87, wife of John Richard Bartenslager, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Berkshire Health and Rehabilitation Center in Vinton.

Helen was born on May 26, 1937 in Lyndhurst to the late David and Anna Arthur.

She drove a school bus for Augusta County for thirteen years. After her school bus days, she changed her profession and went...

Eugene Chavis

Eugene Chavis

Mar 16, 2024

Eugene Chavis, 85, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at his residence in Verona.  

He was born on April 24, 1938, in Winton, NC to the late Alfred T. Weaver and Bettie V. Chavis.

Throughout his life, Eugene exemplified honor and dedication, especially during his service in the military. Eugene served in the United States Air Force with distinction, with...

Betty C. Critz

Betty C. Critz

Mar 15, 2024

Betty Collins Critz, 86, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024, at Brookdale Staunton with loved ones by her side. 

She was born on July 5, 1937 in Staunton, to the late Walter Sr. and Edna Collins.

Betty is survived by her daughter, Dana Critz Abernathy (John) of Greenbrier, TN; her nieces, Jane Campfield Nessar and Leslie Campbell Marsh; and her nephews, Denny...

Donald S. Hart

Donald S. Hart

Mar 15, 2024

Donald Stanley Hart, 73, a retired, 100% disabled, Vietnam Veteran, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024, at the Martinsburg Veterans Center in West Virginia, surrounded by his family.Donald was born in Staunton on January 2, 1951, to the late Laura Catherine (Hart) Redman and Clarence Bryant. Life wasn't always easy for Donnie, and finding out what he wanted to do...

Vincent J. DeSarno Sr.

Vincent J. DeSarno Sr.

Mar 14, 2024

Vincent John DeSarno, Sr., 81, passed away peacefully holding his wife’s hand on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

 

Born on May 23, 1942, to the late Ralph and Julia DeSarno of Forestville, MD where he spent most of his youth, he later traveled to Staunton, VA where he called home.

 

He was a letter carrier for the United...

Michael D. Simmons

Michael D. Simmons

Mar 14, 2024

Michael David Simmons, 62, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville.

 

He was born on April 21, 1961, in Elkton, MD to the late Jacob Marion and Ann Louise Wampler Simmons.

 

He previously worked for Ned Wood Construction and was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Staunton Lodge # 1635 and Elliott's Knob...

WIlliam Vance Crummett

WIlliam Vance Crummett

Mar 14, 2024

William Vance Crummett, 68, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the Augusta Health Shenandoah Hospice House in Fishersville.He was born in Swoope on August 29, 1955, to the late Clayburn and Mary Louise Daughtrey Crummett.Vance was employed by Fiberspun, the Staunton News Leader, and Ma and Pa's Restaurant in Staunton.Beyond the workplace, Vance immersed himself in various interests...

Jeffrey D. Wood

Jeffrey D. Wood

Mar 13, 2024

Jeffrey Dean Wood, 68, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at his residence in Stuarts Draft.

 

He was born on December 17, 1955, in Waynesboro to Irvin Mason Wood, Jr. and Elizabeth Ann Pannell Wood.

 

Jeffrey worked for many years in the manufacturing industry.

 

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his significant other, Donna Sue Wimer; his son, Justin Wimer;...

Joan K. Murphy

Joan K. Murphy

Mar 9, 2024

Joan Kivlighan Murphy, 92, of 301 N. Coalter Street, Staunton, died on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia.She was born April 27, 1931, in Augusta County, and raised by her mother Pauline “Polly” Cason and Felix B. “Bus” Kivlighan. She was educated in Waynesboro and Staunton Public Schools and Nazareth College in Louisville, Kentucky.

She...

Charles B. Martin

Charles B. Martin

Mar 9, 2024

Charles "Pete" Bennett Martin, 85, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born in Augusta Springs, on July 29, 1938, to the late Vivian Irene Martin Cole.

Pete served his country honorably as a paratrooper in the 325th PIR 82nd Airborne Division United States Army. He retired from Western State Hospital in Staunton as...

Edward G. Clymore

Edward G. Clymore

Mar 7, 2024

Edward Gayle Clymore, beloved family patriarch, distinguished, well known, much loved educator and a longtime member of the Riverheads Community, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at his residence in Augusta County surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Columbia, TN, on October 11, 1935, to the late William Moore and Ethel Blanche Evans Clymore, his dedication to education left...

Thomas L. Cracas

Thomas L. Cracas

Mar 4, 2024

Thomas Louis Cracas, passed away peacefully holding the hand of a loved one on Monday, March 4, 2024. He was 88 years old.

Born October 7, 1935, to Hilda Mabel (Williams) and Louis Joseph Cracas in Teaneck, NJ he spent most of his childhood in Oradell, NJ where he graduated from Dwight Morrow High School in 1953.

He joined the US Air...

Robert M Wilson

Robert M Wilson

Mar 4, 2024

Robert Mark Wilson, 66, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.He was born on September 3, 1957, in Staunton, to the late John Joseph, Sr. and Charlsie Marie Scott Wilson.Robert is survived by a brother, John Joseph Wilson, Jr.In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandmother, Natalie Taylor;...

Allen R. Martin

Allen R. Martin

Mar 3, 2024

Allen Rochford Martin, 88, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2024 in Fairfield, Virginia. He was born on May 9, 1935, in Pine Grove, CA to the late Durwood Rochford and Frankie Mae Allen Martin.Allen was a retired Lt. Col, and served in the United States Air Force. He was a helicopter pilot that served in Vietnam. He was known for...

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