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Obituaries
Norma H. Shoemaker
Jan 7, 2025
Norma Jean Houff Shoemaker, 93, widow of Donald Lee Shoemaker, Sr., passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at her residence in Staunton.
She was born on August 31, 1931, in Weyers Cave to the late Francis Harvey Houff and Ruth Elizabeth Roadcap.
Norma graduated from Wilson Memorial High School in 1949. She attended Dunsmore Business College and then went on to...
Irva B. Smith
Jan 6, 2025
Irva Elizabeth Bussard Smith, 98, widow of Alexander Forrest Smith, Sr., of Staunton, died Monday, January 6, 2025, at the Augusta Health Shenandoah Hospice House in Fishersville.
She was born February 23, 1926 in Bolar, Highland County, a daughter of the late Eutis W. Bussard and Verna “Vernie” Miller Bussard.
Irva graduated from Monterey High School in 1942 and moved to Staunton...
Louise B. Chaboudy
Jan 4, 2025
Louise “Penny” Anderson Beardsworth Chaboudy, 81, of Staunton, passed away quietly at home, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
She is survived by her husband of over sixty years, Carl “Butch” Harry Chaboudy; her eldest son, George William Chaboudy of New Jersey; her daughters-in-law, Jennifer Petri of New Jersey and Lisa Chaboudy of Virginia; and her five grandchildren,...
Raymond J.R. Carbonneau
Jan 2, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Joseph Rene Carbonneau, 80, on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Lewiston, Maine, on August 4, 1944, to the late Joseph Eusebe Carbonneau and Marianna Cote Carbonneau.
Ray is survived by his devoted...
Elena B. Stokes
Jan 2, 2025
Elena Marie Brooks Stokes, 82, passed away on Thursday, January 02, 2025, at the Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She is survived by her daughter, Tina Witherow, and three grandchildren; Derek Curtis Obenschain, Marianna Kir Obenschain, and Ayn Elizabeth Obenschain.
Elena was employed as a front-end helper at Food Lion on West Beverley Street in Staunton and was...
Ricky L. Clifton
Dec 30, 2024
Ricky Lynn Clifton, 64, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
He was born on October 19, 1960, in Staunton, to the late John Boyd Clifton, Sr. and Lydia Frances Piner Cash.
Ricky was a person who embraced life with open arms. His passion for hunting and the great outdoors defined much of his leisure time, allowing...
Franklin D. Tumer, Sr.
Dec 28, 2024
Franklin Dee Tumer, Sr., retired USAF, 89, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
He was born on October 16, 1935, in Augusta County to the late Samuel Edgar and Agnes Irene Miller Tumer.
Franklin's life was a testament to the values of resilience, hard work, and love for family. Franklin proudly...
Elton "Junior" M. Hewitt, Jr.
Dec 28, 2024
Elton “Junior” Massie Hewitt, Jr., 96, widower of Margaret “Peggy” (Cook) Hewitt of Swoope, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Blue Ridge Christian Home in Raphine, Virginia.
Mr. Hewitt was born in Augusta County on October 3, 1928, son of the late Elton Massie Hewitt, Sr. and Ruby (Harris) Hewitt.
Junior was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather,...
Eleanor J. Supple
Dec 25, 2024
Eleanor Thompson Jamison Noblin Supple of Staunton, VA, passed away early Christmas morning, December 25, 2024.
She was born on November 17, 1920, in Belle Haven, on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, the daughter of The Reverend William Chalmers Jamison, a Presbyterian minister, and Carrie Elizabeth Thompson Jamison.
While Eleanor was a toddler, The Jamisons moved to Kannapolis, NC where her father...
Ritchie A. Michael
Dec 23, 2024
Ritchie “Rick” Allan Michael, 56, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024, at his residence in Staunton, due to natural causes.
He was born on February 23, 1968, in Staunton to the late Edgar Crawford, Jr. and Kay Schanagel Michael.
Throughout his life, Rick displayed unwavering support to his favorite teams, passionately supporting UVA, the LA Rams, and the Atlanta Braves. His...
Jessica M. Craig
Dec 22, 2024
Jessica “Missy” Marie Craig, 61, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on April 7, 1963, in Staunton to the late James Edward, Sr. and Judy Ann Shifflett Craig.
Professionally, she worked as a CNA with Woodrow Wilson Workforce Center in Fishersville. Personally, she was a loving mother, sister, and grandmother. Family meant everything...
Barbara E. Pack
Dec 21, 2024
Barbara Lynn Eagle Pack, 72, of Fishersville, joined the Lord on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Staunton Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by peace and love.
She was born on October 22, 1952, in Beckley, WV, to the late Reverend and Mrs. Franklin Newton Eagle, Jr. and Mary Maquis Eagle.
Barbara was a devoted wife to her husband, Dean Franklin Pack,...
Frances K. Wine
Dec 21, 2024
Frances Virginia Karicofe Wine, 90, of Staunton, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Augusta Health Hospice of the Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on September 10, 1934, in Mt. Solon to the late Wilmer Davis and Iva May Todd Karicofe.
Frances grew up in Dayton, where she attended and graduated from Dayton High School in 1951. Following her...
Dickson H. Spencer
Dec 20, 2024
Dickson Hall Spencer, 80, a distinguished professional and devoted husband, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville.
Born on June 29, 1944, in Poughkeepsie, New York, to the late Jack Everett and Eleanor Miriam Bahret Spencer, he left an indelible mark on both his career and his community throughout his lifetime.
His educational achievements laid...
Cheryl K. Niuman
Dec 19, 2024
Cheryl Kay Niuman, 77, of Staunton, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Waynesboro.
Cheryl was born on October 13, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of the late Frank and Miriam (Lautzenheiser) Niuman.
She graduated from Beavercreek High School in 1965 and then went on to graduate from Tennessee Temple University in 1969, with...
Katie S. DeHart
Dec 18, 2024
Katie Settliff DeHart, 55, of Staunton, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at her residence.
She was born in Waynesboro on May 8, 1970.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Rose Eaves; her stepfather, Williams Eaves; and a sister, Regina Forbis.
She is survived by her three children, Sarah R. Chittum, LaTasha J. Chittum and Dakota C. Chittum; twelve grandchildren;...
Gene R. Weller
Dec 18, 2024
Gene Robert Weller, 88, entered the gates of heaven on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.
He was born on February 16, 1936, in Verona, the youngest of three sons, to the late Walton “Pop” Milton and Carrie Virginia Aldhizer Weller.
Gene's career spanned several decades, beginning with his education at Mt. Sidney Elementary School and culminating in his graduation from Middle River High...
Sandra F. Lucas
Dec 17, 2024
Sandra Kay Fitzgerald Lucas, 75, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at August Healthcare at Richmond.
She was born on February 27, 1949, in Staunton to the late Saylor Blaine and Louise Burgess Allen Fitzgerald.
Sandra retired from the State of Virginia with over thirty years of service. She also retired from Crawford & Company with several additional years of service.
Sandy...
Betty H. Gum
Dec 16, 2024
Betty Durrett Hevener Gum, 85, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Lynchburg General Hospital.
She was born on January 20, 1939, in Albemarle County to the late Charles Berlin, Sr. and Erma Lambert Hevener.
Betty was a 1959 graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Staunton. She dedicated a significant portion of her life to serving others, particularly as...
Donnie L. Sweet
Dec 14, 2024
Donnie Lee Sweet, 69, passed away at his residence in Stuarts Draft on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
He was born on March 29, 1955 in Augusta County to the late Merlyn Thomas and Ella Dean Hite Sweet.
From his formative years growing up in Augusta County, Donnie developed an affinity for anything that moved on wheels. His love for cars was not...
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