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Louise Maxine (Colaw) Pritt

Louise Maxine (Colaw) Pritt

Mar 29, 2025

Louise Maxine (Colaw) Pritt, 92, of Monterey, peacefully passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at her home and surrounded by family.

She was born on November 20, 1932 in Mill Gap, a daughter of the late Dotson R. and Virginia (Hevener) Colaw. On July 2, 1977 she married the late Billy Blair Pritt.

Louise was a member of Victory Chapel Advent Christian...

Richard "Rich" Steve Holman

Richard "Rich" Steve Holman

Mar 23, 2025

Richard “Rich” Steve Holman, 77, of Blue Grass, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Alleghany Health and Rehab in Clifton Forge.

He was born June 25, 1947, in Frogue, Ky., a son of the late Robert Hoy and Lilly Hazel Whitley Holman.

At age 11, Rich’s mother and sister died in a tragic accident, and he was lovingly raised by his...

Joanie Marie Heavenrich

Joanie Marie Heavenrich

Mar 22, 2025

Joan “Joanie” Marie Heavenrich, age 80, wife of Kenny Armstrong of Doe Hill, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Augusta Medical in Fishersville.

She was born on March 2, 1945 in Newport News, VA, a daughter of the late Alvin Paul and Dorothy Alma (Leibzeit) Pribbernow.

Joanie had retired from Stonewall Grocery, where she was well regarded and known for...

Joshua Adam Brock

Joshua Adam Brock

Mar 14, 2025

Joshua Adam Brock, age 31, of Clemmons, NC, left this world to rest in peace on Friday, March 14th, 2025 as a result of a tractor trailer accident in Chappell, Nebraska.

He was born October 9th, 1993 in South Hill, VA to Sheryl Y. Brock and David A. Herber.

A man of strong faith, Joshua attended Revo Church in Winston-Salem. When not...

Mary Frances Pennybacker

Mary Frances Pennybacker

Mar 7, 2025

Mary Frances Pennybacker, 91, of Sugar Grove, WV, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025 at Pendleton Manor in Franklin, WV.

She was born on November 14, 1933 in Pendleton County, a daughter of the late Courtney and Lydia (Puffenbarger) Pennybacker.

She was a member of the former Brushy Fork Full Gospel Church and enjoyed attending services at Brandywine Baptist Church.

A homemaker, she...

Richard "Huie" Dale Mullenax

Richard "Huie" Dale Mullenax

Mar 5, 2025

Richard Dale “Huie” Mullenax, age 71, of Blue Grass, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at his home.

He was born August 23, 1953 in Blue Grass, a son of the late Joseph Thayer and Mildred Mae (Mullenax) Mullenax.

A mechanic, Huie had worked at Hull’s Shop in Blue Grass for over 20 years and was exceptional with wiring. He was a...

Carroll Reid Eckard

Carroll Reid Eckard

Feb 28, 2025

Carroll Reid Eckard, 81, of Churchville, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

Born on September 7, 1943 in Moyers, WV, Carroll was a son of the late Denver Ray and Bessie Mabel (Hoover) Eckard. Married in 1969, Carroll spent 51 wonderful years with his wife, Joyce (Hull) Eckard before her passing in 2020.

Carroll was raised in...

Thomas Rubert DeByl

Thomas Rubert DeByl

Feb 26, 2025

Thomas Rubert DeByl, Captain, USNR, Retired, age 83, of Moyers, WV, joined our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Sentara RMH Medical Center surrounded by his wife, Frances, and family members.

Born October 14, 1941, Tom was the oldest child of the late Bertram F. and Irene M. (Sandholm) DeByl. He grew up in Minocqua, Wisconsin where he attended...

Cornelia Ruth (Bible) Nelson

Cornelia Ruth (Bible) Nelson

Feb 7, 2025

Cornelia Ruth (Bible) Nelson, 86, of Franklin, WV passed away Friday, February 7, 2025 at Grant Memorial Hospital in Petersburg, WV.

She was born November 29, 1938, a daughter of the late George W. and Ethel Mae (Beverage) Bible.

A Christian, Mrs. Nelson was a member of the former Harper Chapel United Methodist Church. She was also a homemaker and a typical...

Junior Lee Franklin

Junior Lee Franklin

Feb 5, 2025

Junior Lee Franklin, 97, of Mountain Grove, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at The Springs Nursing Center.

He was born March 31, 1927 in Clifton Forge and was raised by his aunt, Nellie Franklin.

Mr. Franklin retired from The Homestead, where he had worked in the power house. Quite the outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, working in his garden, golfing,...

Ella Rebecca "Becky" Lightner

Ella Rebecca "Becky" Lightner

Jan 29, 2025

Ella Rebecca “Becky” (Harold) Lightner, 93, of Monterey passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Birch Ridge Assisted Living in Staunton.

She was born August 5, 1931 in Valley Center, a daughter of the late Robert Lee and Beulah Leas (Hull) Harold.

On November 22, 1950 she married Ernest Hartley Lightner, who preceded her in death October 17, 1994.

Becky had retired from...

William "Billy" Steven Stuart

William "Billy" Steven Stuart

Jan 22, 2025

William “Billy” Steven Stuart, age 70, of Head Waters, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at his home.

He was born February 10, 1954 at King’s Daughters Hospital in Staunton, a son of the late Weldon Allen and Laura Alice (Kiracofe) Stuart.

Recently retired, Billy had been employed by Kjellstrom and Lee Construction Company. During his employment in the Staunton and Augusta...

Howard Steven Hise

Howard Steven Hise

Jan 19, 2025

Howard Steven Hise, age 82, of Warm Springs, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025 at his home.

Born April 15, 1942, he was a son of the late Elzy Lee and Elizabeth Lillian (Inscore) Hise. Howard was the last living member of his immediate family. He was married to Bertha (Pritt) Hise and the couple spent forty-three loving years together until...

Jane Wilson Hough

Jane Wilson Hough

Jan 17, 2025

Jane Wilson Hough, age 78, wife of Larry Hough, of Monterey, passed away Friday, January 17, 2024 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

Born June 26, 1946 in Burlington, Wisconsin, Jane was a daughter of the late John Alexander and Ruth (Bradt) Wilson.

In 2014, Jane retired from Virginia Farm Bureau, with over thirty years of service working as an administrative assistant within...

Sarah "Sis" (Smith) Puffenbarger

Sarah "Sis" (Smith) Puffenbarger

Jan 15, 2025

Sarah Eloise “Sis” (Smith) Puffenbarger, age 87, of Blue Grass, passed away at her home on January 15, 2025.

Born on April 8, 1937, in the Little Egypt area of Mill Gap, she was the beloved daughter of Loy Milburn and Mary Catherine (Bird) Smith.

On June 4, 1955, Sis married Ivan Richard Puffenbarger in Blue Grass. Together, they shared a life...

Amanda Rae Young

Amanda Rae Young

Jan 12, 2025

Amanda Rae (Coyner) Young, age 42, of Lignum, passed away on Sunday, January 12th, 2025 at Culpepper Hospital.

She was born at King’s Daughters Hospital on December 18th, 1982, a daughter to Tammy Lynn (Conner) Coyner and the late Donald “Cobb” Ray Coyner.

A woman of strong faith in the Lord, Amanda was baptized in and attended Loch Willow Presbyterian Church, and...

Tracie Michelle Baldwin

Tracie Michelle Baldwin

Jan 10, 2025

Tracie Michelle (Carter) Baldwin, 58, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 10, 2025 at her residence in Warm Springs.

She was born on January 27, 1966, a daughter to Lettie Mae (Peery) Cauley and the late Leonard Lee Carter.

Tracie, who never knew a stranger, was a familiar face to Bath County where she served as a pharmacy technician for over forty years...

Loren Joseph Noes

Loren Joseph Noes

Jan 4, 2025

Loren Joseph Noes, 87, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025 in the comfort of his home in Hot Springs, Virginia.

Born on January 22, 1937, he was a son of the late Joseph and Helen Smith Noes. Loren grew up in New Haven, Ohio and raised his family in Harrison, Ohio before becoming a snowbird with his wife, Rosa, in...

Brenda Renee Tenerowicz

Brenda Renee Tenerowicz

Jan 2, 2025

Brenda Renee Tenerowicz, age 59, of Staunton, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025 at University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville.

She was born October 24, 1965 in Clifton Forge, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary Agnes (Hodge) Tenerowicz.

One who enjoyed football, Brenda was an avid Pittsburg Steeler fan. She also enjoyed collecting Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse items....

Lisa Jo Crigler

Lisa Jo Crigler

Dec 28, 2024

Lisa Jo Crigler, age 68, of Roanoke, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2024, following a years-long journey to overcome cancer. 

Born August 30, 1956 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital, she was the eldest child and only daughter to the late Edwin Lee Crigler and Sue (Kimble) Dudley. 

A life-long Christian, Lisa was dedicated to Christ on September 30, 1956 by her...

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