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Obituaries
James B. McGavock
Nov 12, 2024
James Bowman McGavock, 92, a dedicated husband and father, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton, a day before his 93rd birthday.
Born on November 13, 1931, at Big Lick in Botetourt County, to the late John Williamson McGavock IV and Lucille A. Kinney McGavock, James exemplified a life filled with hard work,...
Sandra L. Stuart
Nov 29, 2024
Sandra Lee Stuart, 62, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024, in Staunton.
She was born on February 23, 1962, in Staunton to the late Franklin D. and Elsie M. Crawford.
Sandra was dedicated to her family and cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren. She was a very sociable and outgoing person, enjoying shopping sprees with her sisters. She...
Addie E. Haynes Walker
Nov 29, 2024
Addie Lee Edwards Haynes Walker, 83, formerly of Topping, Virginia, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024 in Fishersville.
She was born on October 22, 1941 in Roanoke to the late Henry Lewis "Tim" Edwards and Claudia Mary Poff Edwards.
Addie earned her degree in Interior Decorating from the prestigious Chicago School of Interior Design, showcasing her dedication to creativity and design...
Theron T. Benson
Nov 27, 2024
Theron T. Benson, 93, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Augusta Health in Fishersville. He was born on April 24, 1931, in Augusta County to the late Clyde Henry Benson and Willie "Nealie" Cornelia Drawbond Benson.
Throughout his life, Theron was known for his musical talent. He enjoyed playing guitar, often filling nursing homes and local fire departments with...
Hazel C. Tankesley
Nov 27, 2024
Hazel Irene Cash Tankesley, 99, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of this community, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at the Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton.
Born on April 7, 1925, in the Marlbrook community of Rockbridge County to the late Richard Henley Cash and Carrie Bell Bartley Cash, Hazel lived a life marked by unwavering service,...
Terry R. Burchett
Nov 25, 2024
Terry Richard Burchett, 60, a beloved son, brother, father, and friend passed away at his residence in Verona on Monday, November 25, 2024.
Born in Tazewell on June 11, 1964, to Bertha Dickerson Asbury Killingsworth and the late Richard Isaac Burchett, Terry was a dedicated and hardworking individual who ran a self-owned successful business as a stucco installer.
Terry had a profound...
Luther D. Lamb
Nov 24, 2024
Luther Donnie Lamb, 83, of Staunton, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on June 30, 1941, in Weyers Cave to the late Luther Benjamin and Georgia Evelyn Bowen Lamb.
Donnie was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served in Vietnam,...
Dr. Dianne L. Buhrman, DVM
Nov 21, 2024
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful sister, Dr. Dianne L. Buhrman, 64, on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at her residence in Staunton. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.
Dianne was born on September 2, 1960, to the late Lee J. and Elizabeth E. Buhrman and grew up in...
Marjorie D. Smiley
Nov 21, 2024
Marjorie “Diane” Smiley, 79, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on November 20, 1945, in Caryville, Florida to the late Herman Rudolph and Dutchie Brown.
Marjorie dedicated over forty years of her life as a beautician. She wasn’t just passionate about her career; she also had a deep love for family and friends.
She...
Candy L. Brooks
Nov 15, 2024
Candy Lavonne Brooks, 63, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg.
She was born on September 24, 1961, in Staunton to the late James “Snap” Kennan Brooks and Shirley Ann Caricofe.
Candy, a proud veteran, served her country in the Army, where she worked as a diesel mechanic.
Beyond her military accomplishments, Candy embraced her many...
Frances T. Fitzgerald
Nov 15, 2024
Frances Sue Tharp Fitzgerald, 99, widow of Loyd Forrest Fitzgerald, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
Frances was born on October 26, 1925 in Craigsville to the late Percy Edward and Mary Margaret Sandy Tharp.
Frances dedicated her life to her late husband Loyd, her three children, and her Pekingese dog babies....
Helene Westenburg
Nov 14, 2024
A friend, a gracious hostess, a mentor, and a mother; our Helene has passed at the age of 89 in Staunton, Virginia.Born in the Netherlands in 1935, Helene emigrated to the United States in October of 1970 after her marriage to Hans Westenburg.
The couple settled in downtown Windsor, CT in 1971. Helene loved her new country and could be seen...
Forrest "Gump" R. Bailey
Nov 12, 2024
Forrest "Gump" Robert Bailey, 46, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in Staunton.
He was born on September 2, 1978, in Waynesboro, to the late David “Beetle” Lee and Karen “Nanny” Gale Bailey.
He is survived by his sisters, Mary Lee Bailey and her wife, Brianca, and Krystal Gale Bailey; his daughters, Kielie Shay Bailey and Arieanna “Nana” Bingham; his aunts,...
Rebecca A. Driver
Nov 12, 2024
Rebecca “Becki” Ann Driver, 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton.
She was born on November 1, 1954, in Staunton to the late Merlin “Jack” James Hartman Daugherty, Sr. and Vallie Winnetta Woods Daugherty.
Becki was a graduate of Buffalo Gap High School and after working in the Charlottesville Metropolitan Life office for several...
Georgie S. O'Bannon
Nov 11, 2024
Georgie S. O’Bannon, of Verona, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024.
She was born on August 17, 1940, in Bath County to the late George William, Sr. and Mary Priscilla Wiley Simpson.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Powell O’Bannon; her stepdaughters, Cherie Houston and Dana Griffin; her sister, Betty Lou Simpson Cord; and her nieces, Jonni...
Eugene "Jack" T. Whitesell
Nov 11, 2024
Eugene “Jack” Thomas Whitesell, 93, of Fishersville, husband of Brenda Jane Gilbert Whitesell, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, at River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Fishersville.
He was born on February 13, 1931, in Greenville, to the late Wayt Hamilton, Sr. and Charlene Catherine McLear Whitesell.
A proud veteran, Jack served his country in the United States Air Force during...
Gail G. Smith
Nov 11, 2024
Gail Gibson Smith, 86, of Staunton, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, Shenandoah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born in Herndon on July 3, 1938, a daughter of the late Mason Francis and Marian Gibson Herndon Smith.
Gail was a member of St. Paul's Church in Staunton and was retired from Westinghouse Electric Corporation/McQuay International with forty-four years...
Rose C. Casson
Nov 9, 2024
Rose Marie Cacciapaglia Casson, 90, passed away on Saturday, November 09, 2024, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on December 28, 1933 in Staunton, to the late Oronzo and Camilia Terlizzi Cacciapaglia.
Alongside her beloved late husband, Harry Herbert Casson, she owned and operated Joe’s Restaurant in Staunton, a treasured local institution for many years that was renowned for serving...
Janet L. Stephenson
Nov 8, 2024
Janet Leigh Stephenson, 61, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024.
She was born on July 12, 1963, in Augusta County to the late Fred Anderson Stephenson, Sr. and “Kitty” Napier Stephenson.
A visitation will be held at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Henry Funeral Home.
Her caregiver of twenty years, Ann Burke, wishes to express her...
Isabelle V. O'Neil
Nov 6, 2024
Isabelle Virginia Altizer O'Neil, 82, a cherished mother and grandmother, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Waynesboro. She will be remembered fondly for her faith and her love of family. Her legacy of kindness and grace will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know her.
Born on March 2, 1942,...
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