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Obituaries
LuAnne G. Scott
Feb 11, 2024
LuAnne Kathryn Gardyko Scott, 75, a beloved and well-known member of the Mill Gap community, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Maple Lawn Residential Living in Staunton.
She was born on December 3, 1948, in Saginaw, Michigan to her parents, Daniel Anthony and Doris Bell Carter Gardyko.
Throughout her life, LuAnne made significant contributions to her community and touched countless...
Martha P. Wilkerson
Feb 8, 2024
Martha Palmer Wilkerson, 94, died peacefully surrounded by family on the 8th day of February 2024.
She was born December 24, 1929, in Lexington, the daughter of the late Alphadine “Dean” (Kelley) Palmer and Walter M. Palmer.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlyle E. Wilkerson.
Mrs. Wilkerson was a graduate of Robert E Lee High School and Dunsmore Business School....
Michael D. Ramsey
Feb 7, 2024
Michael Dale Ramsey, 59, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at his residence in Fishersville.
He was born in Staunton on November 29, 1964, to the late Ibry Dale Ramsey and Peggy Sanna Eliteen Bosserman.
During his life, Michael found joy in simple pleasures such as being a devoted fan of the Miami Dolphins and showering love on his two feline...
Avis Wright
Feb 6, 2024
Avis Lewellyn Wright, 96, went to be with Jesus on February 6, 2024, at her home in Verona.
Her smile lit up a room and her faith in the Lord drove her zeal for life and her love for her family and friends.
She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Flory and her son-in-law, Donnie Flory of Mt. Sidney; her grandchildren, Candi...
Katherine T. Franklin
Feb 3, 2024
Katherine T. Franklin, 81, widow of Eugene Heavener Franklin, Jr., passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at her sister's residence in Fort Washington, Maryland.
She was born on June 21, 1942, in Charlottesville to the late Rudolph Benjamin Taylor, Sr., and Louise Katherine Frye Taylor.
Katherine led a fulfilling career as a clerical specialist in the healthcare industry at Augusta Health....
Kathy D. Reagan
Feb 1, 2024
Kathy Derrer Reagan of Clover passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the age of 65.
She was born in Staunton, VA on December 19, 1958. Kathy spent her childhood and early adult life in Staunton.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James Lloyd Derrer and Ruby Armentrout Derrer.
Kathy was employed with the Halifax County...
Lena B. Cook
Jan 31, 2024
Lena Mahulda Bright Cook, 93, left her earthly home on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, to be reunited with her beloved husband, Charlie, in their heavenly home where they will walk hand in hand through eternity. She was surrounded by family at her daughter’s home in Stuarts Draft.
Lena was born March 28, 1930, at the homeplace of her parents, the late...
Alan D. Obaugh
Jan 29, 2024
Alan Douglas Obaugh, 64, of Staunton, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 29, 2024, after a 12-year battle with prostate cancer.
He was preceded in death by his father, Henry W. Obaugh.
He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Laurie H. Obaugh; his mother, Carolyn S. Obaugh; his brother, Dean Obaugh (Judy); his stepdaughter, Lindsey Lohr...
Carl E. Caricofe, Sr.
Jan 29, 2024
Carl Eugene Caricofe, Sr., 86, passed away at his farm in Fort Defiance on Monday, January 29, 2024.
Carl was born on December 26, 1937, in Augusta County, to James Howard and Margie May Mitts Caricofe.
On September 1, 1956, he was married to Pauline "Polly" Elizabeth Sutherland by Reverend David F. Glovier in Verona.
As a youngster, he lived in several different...
Charles L. and Leona G. Brown
Jan 28, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Lawrence Brown, 87, of Nellysford, sadly left us on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at King’s Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton, following a battle with heart disease.
He was closely followed in death by his loving wife, Leona Grace Brown, 83, of Waynesboro, who passed peacefully on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at River Edge Rehab and Nursing...
Robert L. Turner
Jan 28, 2024
Robert “Bob” Lane Turner, 82, of Staunton, left this life to be reunited with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 28, 2024, at King’s Daughters Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
Bob met his wife, Helen, after she spotted some of Bob’s creative leather handiwork at a state fair. They began corresponding, eventually falling in love, and marrying in...
Jean S. Bazzrea
Jan 28, 2024
Jean Savannah Saufley. Bazzrea, 85, widow of Sidney "Sid" Albert Bazzrea, Jr., passed away on January 28, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. She was born on July 9, 1938, in Verona to the late Lertie Strickler Saufley and Lillie Savannah Showalter Saufley.
Jean had a long and fulfilling career as a store clerk in the retail industry, where she met...
Roscoe C. Thompson
Jan 23, 2024
Roscoe Clifton Thompson, 74, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at the Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
He was born on June 12, 1949, in Norfolk to Louise Orneatha Harris Thompson and the late Arthur Watts Thompson.
Roscoe will be remembered for his admirable qualities and his dedication to his family...
Linda R. Hickey
Jan 23, 2024
Linda Riley Hickey, 72, of Staunton, a lifelong educator, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at her residence.
She was born on January 28, 1951, in Staunton to the late John William (J.W.) Riley Jr. and Edith Young Huffer Riley.
Linda graduated from Buffalo Gap High School in 1969 and with a degree in...
Jefferson R. Lawson, III
Jan 22, 2024
Jefferson "Jeff" R. Lawson, III, 73, of Green Hill Farms in Churchville, a lifelong farmer, Shorthorn breeder, teller of stories, and supporter of the sheep industry, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2024, at his residence.
He was born on June 27, 1950, in Staunton to the late Jefferson Rowe Lawson, Jr. and Mary Ann Jennings Lawson.
Raising Shorthorn cattle and commercial...
Velma K. Moyers
Jan 20, 2024
Velma Frances Knight Moyers, 92, passed away peacefully at her residence in Staunton, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, January 20, 2024.
She was born on September 20, 1931, in Beckley, West Virginia to the late Oren Chester and Archie Lova Phillips Knight.
Velma dedicated many years of her life to serving others as a charge aide with Western State Hospital in...
Virginia B. Martin
Jan 17, 2024
Virginia Cale Balser Martin, 81, lovingly known as "Granny" to all who knew her, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at the Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on October 21, 1942, in Augusta County to the late Pearl McClure and Josephine Eliza Adkins Cale and was the last surviving member of her...
Loyd W. Ashworth
Jan 17, 2024
Loyd "Bill" William Ashworth, 81, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, has gone to glory! He passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at his residence in Verona, surrounded by his family.
He was born on October 17, 1942, in Winchester to the late Helen Owen Carlisle Ashworth and was raised by his aunt, Mae Carlisle Cole.
Bill was a great...
Hannah O. Licwinko
Jan 15, 2024
Hannah Marie Oxendine Licwinko passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah in Fishersville.
She was born in Staunton to the late Charles Merritt and Frances Beatrice Fitzgerald OxendineHannah had a fulfilling career as the assistant manager of Goodwill in Staunton and also worked for fifteen years at the Staunton News Leader. Her hard...
Shirley Ann F. Wheeler
Jan 14, 2024
Shirley Ann Fitzgerald Wheeler, 89, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence in Staunton on Sunday, January 14, 2024.
She was born on October 15, 1934, in Augusta County to the late Arthur "Boyd" Cleveland and Virginia "Vergie" Elizabeth Marshall Fitzgerald.Shirley was a hardworking and dedicated individual. After graduating from Wilson Memorial High School...
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