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Kay S. Hunter
Jun 26, 2024
Kay Virginia Spitler Hunter, 81, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville.
She was born on June 13, 1943 in Bridgewater to the late Raymond Bell and Elizabeth Mae Sanger Spitler.
She loved all animals and was a very skilled seamstress.
She is survived by her sister, Donna Hope Spitler Swartz and her husband, Bob,...
Mary D. Bondurant
Jun 25, 2024
Mary Ann Dowell Bondurant, 83, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.
She was born on November 19, 1940, in Albemarle County to the late John Henry and Laura Ann Mohler Dowell.
Mary worked as a certified seamstress for many years at Ruby’s. Outside of her work, she had a real passion for singing,...
Daniel F. Harris
Jun 25, 2024
Daniel Falwell Harris, 95, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at The Legacy of North Augusta in Staunton.
He was born on November 25, 1928, in Covington to the late Earl Edward and Myrtle Virginia Queen Harris.
Daniel proudly served in the United States Army, demonstrating his commitment to his country. After serving in the army, he embarked on a career...
Paul E. Hartman, Sr.
Jun 23, 2024
Paul Edwin Hartman, Sr., 86, peacefully passed away at his residence on Sunday, June 23, 2024, in Staunton.
He was born on June 18, 1938, in Rockingham County to the late James Roy and Minnie Belle Mongold Hartman.
Known for his kind and compassionate nature, Paul dedicated twenty-six years of his life to serving as a CNA at Western State Hospital in...
Gregory "Drew" A. Merritt
Jun 21, 2024
Gregory "Drew" Andrew Merritt, 24, a resident of Staunton, passed away unexpectedly.
He was born on September 16, 1999, in Fishersville to Gregory Michael and Sherrie Irene Knave Merritt.
Drew was a passionate individual who enjoyed playing video games, historical studies, and trivia. He was dedicated to physical fitness, had a deep love for animals and found joy in helping his nephews...
Melissa R. Pulliam
Jun 21, 2024
Melissa Reneé Pulliam, 47, went home to be with God on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on August 28, 1976, in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Robert Murriel Nichols and Carol Ann Hayes-Nichols.
Melissa, often referred to as Missy or Mama, had a fulfilling career in healthcare as a CNA. She dedicated her life to...
William E. Reed
Jun 21, 2024
William Ernest Reed, 77, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024, in Fishersville.
He was born on June 10, 1947, in Augusta County to the late William Arguy and Phyllis Loraine Clemmer Reed.
William was a dedicated welder at Braden and VanFossen for over fifty years. He was a skilled craftsman whose talent and commitment made a lasting impact on his colleagues...
Arabella Z. Cline
Jun 21, 2024
Arabella Zemenia Sumner Cline, 92, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on September 1, 1931, in Staunton to the late James Ledford and Beulah Zemenia Zimbo Sumner.
Arabella was a member of the Lebanon Church of the Brethren where she was a devoted member and served as a Deacon. She was also a...
Joyce K. Armstrong
Jun 19, 2024
Joyce Elaine Kesterson Armstrong, 76, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Augusta Health Hospice's Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on September 13, 1947, in Augusta County to the late Charles Petit, Jr. and Mary Frances Cline Kesterson.
Throughout her life, Joyce touched the lives of many with her compassion and commitment to caring for others. She was a...
Wilma Reed
Jun 13, 2024
Wilma Smith Reed, 91, peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Augusta Health Hospice's Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born on November 28, 1932, in Rockingham County, to the late Joseph Tyree and Delphia Susan Snyder Smith.
She is survived by her children, Gail Williams (John) of Florida and Gary Reed (Kathy) of Florida; her brothers, Charles E. Smith...
Claude R. Michael
Jun 12, 2024
Claude Raymond Michael, 87, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation in Fishersville.
He was born on October 1, 1959, in Staunton to the late Weldon Wright and Betty Ann Katherine Driver Michael.
Claude dedicated over twenty years of his professional life to Moore Brothers where he was known for his hard work and dedication. A proud...
Delcie L. Early
Jun 12, 2024
Delcie Lorraine Benson Early, 82 passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville surrounded by family.
Delcie was born on December 17, 1941, in Staunton, to the late Elmer “Jack” Bailey Benson, Sr. and Talitha Cumi Wood Benson.
Delcie was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene.
She was married to her loving husband, Donald Vanlear Early,...
Tommy L. Swisher
Jun 10, 2024
Tommy Lee Swisher, 74, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024, at his residence in Waynesboro.
He was born on June 21, 1949, in Lexington to the late Thomas Irvin and Hilda Mary Hardbarger Swisher.
As a member of the Staunton Masonic Lodge No.13 A.F. & A.M., Tommy exemplified the values of brotherhood, integrity, and charity. His service also extended to the...
Rosemary T. Brady
Jun 8, 2024
Rosemary Theresa McIntyre Brady, 98, died Saturday, June 8, 2024, at AVIVA Baldwin Park assisted living facility in Staunton.Rosemary was born in Girardville, Pennsylvania on September 23, 1925, to the late Marcella and James McIntyre.Rosemary lived a full and exciting life. She enjoyed dancing, traveling, her pet dogs, supporting the needy and her community.For years she owned and operated the...
Vada H. Kellogg
Jun 6, 2024
Vada Jane Huffer Kellogg, 92, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Brookdale Senior Living in Staunton.
She was born on August 2, 1931, in Augusta County to the late Eston Samuel and Stella Campbell Huffer.
Vada was wed to Ray Kellogg June 11, 1970, until his passing in 2021. She was a dedicated worker for Brown and Root as a...
John L. Moorehead
Jun 4, 2024
John Leonard Moorehead, 60, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at King’s Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton, where he was a resident for the last three years.
John was named after his two uncles John and Leonard Moorhead. He was born on December 7, 1963, in Portsmouth to the late Donald Frederick and Marion Virginia Gardei...
K. Gary Adams
Jun 2, 2024
Kermit Gary Adams (Gary), 79, died Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Bridgewater Retirement Community after an extended journey with Alzheimer’s Disease. Born in Ardmore, OK, on August 4, 1944, Gary was the son of the late Kermit and Lillian Adams. Following graduation from Ardmore High School in 1962, he attended Baylor University, where he earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music. From...
Fotini Kladakis Menemenlis
May 31, 2024
Fotini Kladakis Menemenlis, daughter of Nikitas and Andromahi Kladakis, left this world at home peacefully in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Friday, May 31, 2024, at the age of 95.
Fotini was born in Piraeus, Greece, in 1928, grew up on the island of Symi and attended four years of Italian high school on the island of Rhodes, during the Italian occupation. She...
James T. Bryant
May 27, 2024
James Thomas Bryant, 79, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024, at Augusta Health Shenandoah Hospice House in Fishersville.
He was born on September 27, 1944, in Orange, TX to the late Hubert Carl and Mae Thomas Bryant.
James was a dedicated and hardworking self-employed building and painting contractor. He attended Calvary Baptist Church in Staunton and was known for his love...
John "Slim" W. Hite
May 23, 2024
John Wayne Hite, affectionately known as Slim, was born in 1941, in Staunton, VA, and passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at his home in Staunton. He has moved on to officiate the ultimate ballgame in heaven, no doubt keeping the angels in line with his legendary calls. Slim was the youngest son of James and Margaret Hite. He was...
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