Obituaries

Judith B. Raines

Judith B. Raines

Jan 9, 2024

Judith Dale Brown Raines, 65, known to her loved ones as "Judy", peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at the Augusta Health Shenandoah Hospice House in Fishersville.

She was born on April 29, 1958, in Niagara Falls, NY to the late Robert Harry and Shirley Diane Lehman Brown.

Judy had a passion for her career as a stockbroker...

Dr. Harry B. Rinker, III

Dr. Harry B. Rinker, III

Jan 8, 2024

H. Bruce Rinker III, Ph.D., scientist, veteran science educator, conservationist, and explorer, passed to the Beyond on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at King’s Daughters Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton, after a protracted (7+ years) bout with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) brain cancer. He was surrounded by close family and friends.



Bruce, as he was known to his close family and friends,...

John L. Gilbert

John L. Gilbert

Jan 7, 2024

John Leslie Gilbert, 92, of Rockbridge County, Virginia, died in Staunton, on Sunday, January 7, 2024.

He was born in Richmond in 1931 to the late Weston and Irene Gilbert.

John attended Glen Allen High School, Henrico County and graduated in 1949.  He later earned a BS in Civil Engineering from VMI, an MS in Mechanical Engineering from...

Edsel M. Hosaflook

Edsel M. Hosaflook

Jan 5, 2024

Edsel Meryl Hosaflook, 91, a beloved friend to many, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024 at The Phoenix at Harrisonburg.

He was born on December 18, 1932, in Linville, Rockingham County, to the late Meryl Hammrick and Addie Frances Loker Hosaflook.

During his early years, Edsel pursued his education at Linville Edom High School and proudly graduated as...

Helen Norma Cavanaugh

Helen Norma Cavanaugh

Jan 4, 2024

Helen Norma Cavanaugh, 99, a retired educator and executive assistant to the President of Union College, Schenectady, NY, passed away on January 4, 2024, at the Regency of Augusta in Fishersville, VA. 

Helen was born July 18, 1924, in Syracuse, NY, the daughter of the late Dennis and Genevieve Lewandowski. 

Helen graduated from North High School in January 1942...

Shirley Y. Dice

Shirley Y. Dice

Jan 4, 2024

Shirley Ann Yeago Dice, 90, widow of Harry "HB" Dice, Jr., passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at King’s Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.

She was born on June 13, 1933, in Staunton to the late Clara and Charles Yeago.

Shirley graduated from Lee High School and then continued her education by receiving an associate degree...

Donald L. Clemmer

Donald L. Clemmer

Jan 3, 2024

Donald "Donnie" Lee Clemmer, 83, of Middlebrook, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

He was born on September 11, 1940, in Augusta County, a son of the late James Lloyd Sr. and Elizabeth Estaline Patterson Clemmer.

He graduated from Wilson Memorial High School and Valley Career and Technical Center in Fishersville. During his time at Wilson, he excelled as...

Mildred H. Burns

Mildred H. Burns

Jan 2, 2024

Mildred Dare Hoover Burns, 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Shenandoah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville. 

She was born on April 2, 1932, in Millboro to the late Hunter Kyle and Lila Rebecca Neff Hoover. 

She worked at the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind in Staunton for nearly thirty years on the housekeeping...

Danny R. Truslow

Danny R. Truslow

Jan 1, 2024

Danny Ray Truslow, a hardworking individual known for his kind heart, passed away at his residence in Stuarts Draft on New Year's Day, Monday, January 1, 2024.

He was born on January 29, 1975, in Waynesboro to David Michael and Norma Lee Bunch Truslow.Danny worked for many years in construction.Outside of work, Danny found joy in pursuing various hobbies and...

Reba V. Edwards

Reba V. Edwards

Dec 31, 2023

Reba Frances Vass Edwards, 93, of Blacksburg, VA and formerly Staunton, VA, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, at her residence in Blacksburg.

Reba was born July 16, 1930, and was raised in Fincastle, VA. She was the daughter of William Bowyer Vass and Glenna Lynn Blankenship Vass. She graduated from Fincastle High School in 1947 and moved to...

Texas J. Balser

Texas J. Balser

Dec 30, 2023

Texas Johnny Balser, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2023, at the Augusta Health Shenandoah House in Fishersville.Born on November 18, 1937, in Rockbridge Baths, Texas was a son of the late Claude Bine and Sadie Virginia Sensabaugh Balser.

Throughout his life, Texas found joy in the simplicity of his work. As a janitor and groundskeeper with Charlie...

Emma G. Grant

Emma G. Grant

Dec 30, 2023

On Saturday, December 30, 2023, Emma Louise Gilbert Grant made her way to her eternal home.

She was greeted by her husband Berry W. Grant, Sr. after 17 years apart.Emma, called Louise and “Tommy” by her family, also held the title of Mom, Grandma, and Great-Nana, as well. She was the Queen of her family, the one that loved all, who...

Jessie W. Oyler, Sr.

Jessie W. Oyler, Sr.

Dec 29, 2023

Jessie "Wild Man" Wayne Oyler, Sr., 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29, 2023, at his residence in Waynesboro. 

He was born on December 24, 1944, in Alleghany, a son of the late Jesse Ballard and Dorothy Etta Campbell Oyler.

Jesse worked for nearly 20 years as a truck driver with Connor's in Waynesboro. His commitment and hard work...

Nelson G. Cline

Nelson G. Cline

Dec 29, 2023

Nelson Gardner Cline, 86, widower of Helen Mae (Kennedy) Cline, of Mount Sidney passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023.

He was born on November 26, 1937, in Mount Sidney, a son of the late David Elvin and Mae (Reed) Cline.

On September 15, 1962, he married the former Helen Mae Kennedy. They were married 52 years.

He was a...

James R. Gorden

James R. Gorden

Dec 29, 2023

James "Bobby" Robert Gorden, 92, widower of Betty McCurdy Gorden and a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Brookdale Staunton.

He was born on December 17, 1931, in Spottswood to the late James Alexander and Helen Louise Fravel Gorden."Bobby", as he was affectionately known by his family and friends, lived his entire...

Harry W. Figgers, Jr.

Harry W. Figgers, Jr.

Dec 25, 2023

Harry William Figgers, Jr. passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born on November 13, 1944, in Washington, D.C., to the late  Harry William, Sr. and Juanita Meade Figgers.Harry was a devoted son to his parents, Harry William Sr. and Juanita Figgers. He shared a strong bond with his brothers Ronald Alan Sr....

Katherine G. Garber

Katherine G. Garber

Dec 24, 2023

Katherine Rebecca Glover Garber, 102, widow of Berkeley “Berk” Prescott Garber, died Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Waynesboro Manor.

She was born November 14, 1921, in Augusta County, a daughter of the late James Wayman and Minnie Freda Linhoss Glover. 

Mrs. Garber retired from General Electric, Corp. in Waynesboro.

She was an active member of New Hope United Methodist Church.

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Baldwin P. Jennings Jr.

Baldwin P. Jennings Jr.

Dec 21, 2023

Baldwin Pleasant Jennings, Jr., 86, a resident of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Brookdale Staunton.

He was born on December 2, 1937, in Staunton, and was the son of the late Baldwin Pleasant, Sr. and Lois Estelle Dice Jennings.

Baldwin was a student of the Staunton school system and graduated from Blue Ridge Community College in...

Mandy S. Hall

Mandy S. Hall

Dec 20, 2023

Mandy Sue Hall, 42, of Staunton, was unexpectedly called home on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at her residence in Staunton.    She left behind her mother, Joyce Hall; her father, Charles Hall; her daughter, Dominique Hall; and her grandson, Kinden Redman. She is also survived by four siblings, Cindy Bednarczyk and her husband, Jeff, Chuck Hall, Billy Hall and his...

Jimmy B. Grant

Jimmy B. Grant

Dec 19, 2023

Jimmy Boyd Grant, 89, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. 

He was born on December 11, 1934 in Montebello to the late Vernard Owen and Hattie Agnes Allen Grant.Jimmy had a fulfilling career as a truck driver, retiring after years of service from Houff Transfer in Weyers Cave. Before that, he dedicated his time...

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