Obituaries
William Alden "Bill" Rodes
Sep 12, 2026
William Alden "Bill" Rodes, 60, of Afton passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Augusta Health.
Bill was born on December 1, 1965, to the late Edna Marguerite (Rita) Brent and the late Phillip Leslie Rodes. He was also preceded in death by Radford Brent, who came into his life when Bill was three years old and raised him as...
Carolyn Sue Bowling
Sep 8, 2026
Carolyn Sue Bowling took the long and winding road to her final journey home on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
I consider my life to have been a long and winding road stopping in many different places. I left home at age five to receive an education at the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind in Staunton; graduating in 1969.
This education,...
Danny Wilson Campbell
Sep 7, 2026
Danny Wilson Campbell of Concord Va. Passed away in the early morning of September 7, 2026 surrounded by his children.
Danny was born on June 14, 1954 in Lynchburg Va to Zane (Reedy) Campbell and Wilson Campbell.
He grew up in Piney River Va. attending Nelson County Schools. At an early age he became interested in fixing things and seeing how they...
Charles Abraham Fleming
Sep 5, 2026
Charles Abraham Fleming, 73, of Mansfield, Ohio, beloved husband and well-loved brother heard the call of the master on September 5, 2026, that his heavenly home was ready for him.
Charles was born on October 19, 1952 in Nelson County, VA. He was the son of Gladys A. Fleming and the late Artell Fleming.
Charles accepted Christ at an early age and...
Carolyn Beatrice Radcliffe
Sep 4, 2026
Carolyn Beatrice Radcliffe, 73, passed away Friday, September 4, 2026 in Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, Virginia.
Carolyn was born on November 21, 1952, at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville to Glenwood Radcliffe, Sr. and Lauretta J. Radcliffe.
She was a member of Saint Hebron Baptist Church where she served as the Clerk, a Sunday School Teacher, and the Sunday School...
Kenneth Wayne Kidd
Sep 4, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Kidd, 83, of Afton, Virginia, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026, at his residence.
He was born on December 27, 1942, in Charlottesville, Virginia, a son of the late Harvey B. Kidd and Myrtle Virginia Kidd. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Irvine H. Kidd and James L. Kidd.
He is survived...
Dr. Charlotte Marie Evans
Sep 3, 2026
Dr. Charlotte Marie Evans of Manassas, VA passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Russell Lee Evans, Jr. and Doris Proffitt Evans.
Dr. Evans held a B.A. degree from Lynchburg University, a M.Ed. from University of Virginia, and a Ph.D. from American University. She was an organizational psychologist, and she founded Evans Consulting Group,...
Oliver "Oli" Forlines
Aug 26, 2026
Oliver “Oli” Forlines, 12, went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2026.
Oli was the beloved son of Jonathan Forlines and Gloria Hall and the brother of Elisha Forlines. He was the grandson of Carl and Bridgett Forlines as well as, Russell Waldie. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Kim Hall and Antoinette Waldie, his aunt, Taj...
Theodore David “T. David” Thelen
Aug 20, 2026
Theodore David Thelen, “T. David”, passed peacefully at his home August 20, 2026, with his beloved wife, Celene, by his side, after a courageous and graceful battle with cancer.
David was born July 14, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to Donald and Marguerite Thelen. He graduated with honors from the University of Virginia, both undergraduate and law school.
He began his law career...
Curtis Truesdale
Aug 18, 2026
With profound love and heartfelt sorrow, we celebrate the remarkable life of Rev. Curtis Truesdale, a man whose 93 years were filled with faith, family, service, laughter, leadership, and love. On August 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, Rev. Truesdale peacefully completed his earthly journey.
His story began on March 14, 1933, in Lancaster, South Carolina, where he...
Nancy Eagles Tapager
Aug 14, 2026
Nancy Eagles Tapager passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, leaving behind a life beautifully filled with family, friendship, music, faith, service, and an extraordinary capacity for loving others.
Nancy was born in Hope Mills, North Carolina, and remained a proud Tar Heel throughout her life. She attended Western Carolina University, where she earned her degree in French and began her...
Harold Sheldon Spotswood
Aug 13, 2026
HAROLD SHELDON SPOTSWOOD
Harold Sheldon Spotswood, 84, of Lovingston passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
Harold was born in Albemarle County on March 14, 1942. He was the son of the late Harold William Spotswood and Avis Ladd Spotswood. Harold also was preceded in death by a son, Harold Wade Spotswood and a...
Brenda Dawn Falls
Aug 12, 2026
Brenda Dawn Falls
September 20, 1946- August 12, 2026
Our beloved mom, grandma (gma), and friend passed at the age of 79 and the Lord has welcomed her into heaven to be reunited with her late husband, George Falls.
She was a daughter of the late Milton and Helen Gleason of Cow Hollow Road and was a sister of Robin Rourke, Maria Zirkle,...
Donna Jean Raines
Aug 6, 2026
Donna Jean Raines, passed away at home unexpectedly on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the age of 50.
Donna is preceded in death by her loving Grandma, Lola Faye Raines, whom she loved like her mother, and her partner’s parents, Robert and Doloris Kennison; brother-in-law, Mike Kennison and a host of Aunts and Uncles.
Donna is survived by her loyal partner of...
Ronald Dale Collins, Sr.
Jul 31, 2026
Ronald Dale Collins, Sr. 77 Passed away on July 31, 2026 in his sleep after a long illness. He is at peace now with the Lord.
He was born on November 1, 1948 in Arlington, Virginia the son of the late Geneiveve Collins Hoover and stepdad, Herbert Hoover.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Williamson, and...
Vicki Barnes Vestal
Jul 30, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Vicki Barnes Vestal on July 30, 2026 from a brief battle with cancer.
Vicki was born in Charlottesville, VA on April 29, 1953 a daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin Vestal and Mary Elizabeth Bryant Vestal.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Frances Vestal Beckman...
David Ray Snead
Jul 30, 2026
David Ray Snead, 66 of Esmont passed away on July 30,2026 at his residence. David was the son of the late Henry Miller Snead, Sr. and Martha Jane Snead of Faber. David is preceded in death by his brother William Snead.
David was a farmer and logger. He loved everything outdoors such as hunting, trapping and fishing. He always said he...
Nannie Mae Harris
Jul 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Nannie Mae Harris
With deep love and heartfelt gratitude for a life well lived in faithful service to Jehovah, we celebrate the life of a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and servant of God.
Born to Alfred Giles, Sr.(deceased) and Maggie Loving Giles (deceased), she grew to become a woman whose life was defined by her unwavering faith...
Hal Ware Stinnett
Jul 27, 2026
Hal Ware Stinnett, 87 of Amherst, Virginia, passed away on July 27, 2026, at Fairmont Crossing.
He was born on March 12, 1939, in Amherst, Virginia, the son of Clinton and Gracie Campbell Stinnett.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Ann Morris Stinnett, five brothers and two sisters, Carson Stinnett (Delores), Beverly Stinnett (Pat), Roger Stinnett (Barbara...
Angela Gail Carter Irvine
Jul 20, 2026
Angela Gail Carter Irvine, 72, of Nellysford passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
She was born on May 6, 1954 a daughter of the late Walter Norwood Carter and Marie Gay Thompson Carter.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Sterl Ralph Irvine.
She will be remembered for the deep love she had...

