Obituaries

Thomas E. Leech

Thomas E. Leech

Aug 3, 2024

Thomas Edward Leech, 73, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Augusta Health Shenandoah House in Fishersville.

He was born on May 21, 1951, in Newport News to the late Robert Scott, Sr. and Harriet Jane Crayton Leech.

Thomas had a lifelong fascination with medical science. He enjoyed reading and learning, particularly the Bible. As a proud member of the Seventh-Day...

William T. Robson, Jr.

William T. Robson, Jr.

Aug 3, 2024

William Thurman Robson, Jr., 81, passed on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born on January 30, 1943, a son of the late William Thurman, Sr. and Gertrude Cushing Larner Robson. 

Mr. Robson taught elementary school for 35 years. He was an advocate for children, a gardener, an actor with the Waynesboro Players for many years, and...

Naomi B. Sponaugle

Naomi B. Sponaugle

Aug 2, 2024

Naomi Ruth Bennett Sponaugle, 80, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Augusta Health in Fishersville. 

She was born on August 5, 1943, in Cherry Grove, WV to the late Raymond Guy Bennett and Virginia Mae Mick Lambert.

Naomi dedicated herself to hard work throughout her life, with numerous retail sales positions that included employment at Rocco Poultry, Purdue, Walmart, and...

William R. Brooks

William R. Brooks

Jul 31, 2024

William “Randy” Randolph Brooks, 95, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born on May 14, 1929, in Staunton to the late Hugh Worthington, Sr. and Callie Elvin Tinsley Brooks.

William was a dedicated electrician who spent his career working at Dupont. He served in the United States Army where he saw service during the...

Angelia "Jeannie" B. Cline

Angelia "Jeannie" B. Cline

Jul 29, 2024

Angelia “Jeannie” Jean Bryant Cline, wife of Russell “Nick” Cline, 69, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at the Laurels of Charlottesville.

She was born on December 14, 1954, in Staunton to the late Gene “Rocky” Amos and Vera Mae Miller Bryant.

Jeannie was a homemaker and a farm worker. She was known for her unwavering devotions to her family and...

Dinah H. Cash

Dinah H. Cash

Jul 27, 2024

Dinah Frances Hall Cash, 78, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. 

She was born on September 9, 1945, in Smyth County to the late Reverend and Mrs. Fields Vernon and Fannie Frances Church Hall. 

Dinah will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and love for her family.

In her lifetime, Dinah...

Shirley K. Maricle

Shirley K. Maricle

Jul 25, 2024

Sheryl Kaye Maricle, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the age of 56. 

She was born on December 31, 1967 in Loudoun County. Sheryl's passion in life was making someone smile. She had a natural ability to brighten any room she entered, sharing her joy and positivity with those around her. Her infectious laughter and...

Pastor Gregory L. Miller

Pastor Gregory L. Miller

Jul 21, 2024

Pastor Gregory Lee Miller, Sr., 81, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at his residence in Waynesboro, Virginia.

He was born on November 19, 1942, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania to the late Guy Wilbur, Sr. and Ada Viola Harmon Miller.

Gregory was a devoted evangelist and an esteemed local builder. He fully renovated The Calvary Assembly of God where he was the...

William M. Earhart

William M. Earhart

Jul 20, 2024

William Morrison Earhart, 92, widower of Mildred EmaJayne (Campbell) Earhart, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at his residence. 

Mr. Earhart was born on February 15, 1932, in Rockbridge County to the late Houston Harry and Carrie Jane (Morrison) Earhart.

William was a devoted family man and leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. William also served his country...

Samuel Williams, Jr.

Samuel Williams, Jr.

Jul 18, 2024

It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of Samuel Williams, Jr., who left this world on Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Staunton, VA.

He was born on July 10, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Samuel Williams, Sr., and Willie Bell Deal.

Samuel, affectionately known as "Will," touched the lives of many. He dedicated his...

Reverend Edward "Ed" F. Rigg

Reverend Edward "Ed" F. Rigg

Jul 18, 2024

After a courageous battle with cancer and leukemia, Edward "Ed" Franklin Rigg, 66, of Staunton, VA was taken into the loving arms of God on Thursday, July 18, 2024, surrounded by his family. 

Ed was born in Green Cove Springs, FL on February 26, 1958. As part of a Navy family, he grew up in several places, but called Norfolk, VA...

Maxine H. Boyers

Maxine H. Boyers

Jul 18, 2024

Maxine Hollar Boyers, 99, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at King's Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton. 

She was born on May 27, 1925, in Singers Glen to Forrest Hunter and Vera Virginia Hill Hollar.

She graduated from Linville-Edom High School in Rockingham County and was also a dedicated member of the Cherryvale United Methodist Church in Staunton.

Her...

Carolyn P. Vines

Carolyn P. Vines

Jul 14, 2024

Carolyn Paige Vines, 72, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at her residence in Middlebrook.

She was born April 29, 1952, in Staunton to the late William Elmer Vines and Thelma Grace Vines Painter (Fleisher).

She was employed as a social worker with Western State Hospital for forty years.

Carolyn was well known for her philanthropy in the area with multiple animal...

Lelon "Lee" E. Moyer

Lelon "Lee" E. Moyer

Jul 8, 2024

Lelon "Lee" Edward Moyer, 91, peacefully passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville. 

He was born on January 20, 1933, to the late Edward and Lillie Malissa Coffey Moyer.

At just thirteen years old in 1946, he joined Staunton’s Third Presbyterian Church choir, sparking a passion for singing that would remain with him throughout...

Clara P. Lucas

Clara P. Lucas

Jul 7, 2024

Clara "Sally" Marie Purdham Lucas, 81, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville. 

She was born on August 29, 1942, in Page County to the late Homer Virvin Purdham and Esta Clara Painter Breeden.

In her lifetime, Sally found joy in simple pleasures – she loved gardening and cooking. Her apple...

Maudie A. Lipes

Maudie A. Lipes

Jul 6, 2024

Maudie Delores Arey Lipes, 75, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at River Edge and Nursing in Waynesboro.

She was born on February 5, 1949, in Waynesboro to the late Robert Henry and Gladys Victory Tomes Arey.

Maudie dedicated many years of her life working at the Corning Ware Correlle Revere Factory Store in Williamsburg, VA., where she was known for...

John "Bucky" W. Stone, III

John "Bucky" W. Stone, III

Jul 3, 2024

John “Bucky” Wesley Stone, III, 76, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at his residence in Staunton.

He was born on December 19, 1947, in Staunton to the late John Wesley “Buck”, Jr. and Mary Evelyn Desper Stone.

He was employed with the Virginia Department of Corrections for twenty-five years. He also worked part-time at Henry Funeral Home for over twenty...

Glenn P. Flavin, Sr.

Glenn P. Flavin, Sr.

Jun 30, 2024

Glenn Patrick Flavin, Sr., 93, a resident at Brookdale Staunton and formerly of Churchville, left this world behind to gain his entrance into the kingdom of Heaven on Sunday, June 30, 2024.

He was born on August 13, 1930, in Augusta County to his late, proud parents, Patrick Henry, Sr. and Sallie Ellen Burgess Flavin.

In addition to his parents, he was...

Glenda R. Powell

Glenda R. Powell

Jun 29, 2024

Glenda Louise (Rowe) Powell, 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 29,2024 at her home surrounded by her family.

Glenda was born on July 13, 1947 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Lester Otterbine and Frances Irene Jordan Rowe of Staunton.

Everyone who had the honor of knowing her called her Nanny. She was a wonderful wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great...

Elvin "Buddy" H. Fitzgerald

Elvin "Buddy" H. Fitzgerald

Jun 26, 2024

Elvin “Buddy” Herbert Fitzgerald, 89, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

He was born on January 28, 1935, in Rockbridge County to the late Paulus Massie and Maybell Inez Grant Fitzgerald.

Elvin was a dedicated factory worker for many years of his life working for Reeves where he was known for his strong work ethic. He...

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