Ruth Agnes King
Sep 26, 2024
Ruth Agnes “Becky” King, 84, died Thursday, September 26, 2024, after a brief illness, at VCU Medical Center in Richmond.
She was born in Patrick County, Virginia, on September 2, 1940, the youngest child of the late Omar Savannah and Ruth (Hamilton) King. She grew up in Highland County and graduated from Highland High School in 1958, with her best friend...
Patricia "Ann" Grogg
Sep 19, 2024
Patricia “Ann” Grogg, 67, of Stuarts Draft, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024 at River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Waynesboro.
She was born May 18, 1957 in Highland County, a daughter of the late Edward Homer and Elva “Bucky” Grace (Puffenbarger) Grogg.
A beloved mother, sister, and aunt, Ann enjoyed spending time with her family, taking photos, and making memories. She...
Karen Adele Praeg
Aug 23, 2024
Karen Adele Praeg, 79, of Bolar, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024 at her home.
She was born May 5, 1945 in New Jersey, a daughter of the late Delbert Harry and Pauline Stoner (Gage) Praeg.
Karen earned her Bachelor of Arts in 1969 and her Masters of Arts the subsequent year, both from Montclair State College, New Jersey. An educator, she...
Anna Gale Terry
Aug 22, 2024
Anna Gale (Anderson) McDaniel Terry, 83, of Bolar, went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Alleghany Health and Rehab, Clifton Forge.
She was born October 14, 1940 in Mountain Grove, a daughter of the late Roy Wanamaker and Flossie Hannah (Sheets) Anderson. She married the love of her life, Charles “Lowell” Terry, on December 20,...
Matthew Robert Sylvain
Aug 21, 2024
Matthew Robert Sylvain, 53, of Monterey, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home.
Born March 26, 1971 in Manchester, N.H., he was a son of Elaine Ruth (Kelsea) Sylvain and the late Sidney Antonio Sylvain. On February 20, 1993, he married Heather Shades Smith.
Originally from Barnstead, N.H., Matthew attended school in New Hampshire, as well as Madison, Va., and...
Grace Virginia (Selvey) Moon
Aug 18, 2024
Grace Virginia (Selvey) Moon, 93, of Monterey, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024 at her home.
Mrs. Moon was born August 24, 1930 in Rutherford County, North Carolina, the daughter of the late John Loftus and Virginia (Henderson) Selvey. Her late husband, James W. Moon, who predeceased her in 1984, was Principal of Highland County High School and subsequently Superintendent of...
Betty Louise (Mayes) Hotz
Aug 14, 2024
Betty Louise (Mayes) Hotz, 83, of Monterey passed away, Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at her home.
She was born July 31, 1941, a daughter of the late Mae Mayes Davis. On May 1, 1958 she married Richard Albert Hotz.
A devout Christian, Mrs. Hotz belonged to many independent congregations over the years, but most recently held membership with Old Paths Baptist Church...
Michael Lee Cauley
Aug 14, 2024
Michael Lee Cauley, age 67, of Hot Springs, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
A son of the late Eunice Marie Cauley, he was born February 13, 1957 in Bath County.
Following high school, Michael began his career with The Homestead, initially working within the golf maintenance department and ultimately as a cook. His tenure with The Homestead...
Janice Lee Phillips
Aug 12, 2024
Janice Lee Phillips, 57, of Hot Springs and formerly of Indian Trail, N.C., passed away Monday, August 12, 2024 in Lewis Gale Hospital – Montgomery, Blacksburg.
She was born May 27, 1967 in Landsdale, Penn., a daughter of Barbara Kay (Patterson) Phillips of Hot Springs and the late Clark Phillips Jr.
Roman Catholic in faith, she was raised in and attended school...
Della Elaine (Huck) Napier
Aug 10, 2024
Della Elaine Huck Napier, 94, passed through the gates of heaven to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
She was born on October 2, 1929 in St. Louis, MO and grew up in Illinois, the daughter of the late Joseph Louis and Anna (Dehne) Huck.
She attended and graduated from Bryan College in Dayton, Tennessee where she met her...
Harlan Eugene Waybright
Aug 7, 2024
Harlan Eugene Waybright, age 90, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at his home in Churchville.
Born November 7, 1933 in Cave, WV, he was a son of the late Ray and Nellie Susan (Mullenax) Waybright. On April 1, 1953, he married Mary Bell Wimer, who preceded him in death in 2018 after 65 years of marriage.
A carpenter by trade, Harlan...
Luther "Scott" Beverage
Jul 21, 2024
Luther “Scott” Beverage, age 70, of Charlottesville and Monterey, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD.
Scott was born on May 12, 1954, in Richmond, a son of the late Charles Byron and Millie (Sullenberger) Beverage. He graduated from Douglas Freeman High School and received his associate degree from Blue Ridge Community College. He...
Ernest "Skinner" Sweitzer, Jr.
Jul 12, 2024
Ernest “Skinner” Sweitzer, Jr., age 78, of Monterey, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024 at Augusta Nursing and Rehab Center in Fishersville.
He was born December 22, 1945, a son of the late Ernest Taft Sweitzer and Mary Catherine (Hammer) Sweitzer.
An equipment repair technician with the Virginia Department of Transportation, he retired in 2000 following 35 years of service. Additionally, he...
James "Jim" Harvey Pitsenbarger
Jul 8, 2024
James “Jim” Harvey Pitsenbarger, 66, of Hot Springs passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024 at The Woodlands Health and Rehab Center in Clifton Forge.
He was born December 31, 1957 in Hightown, a son of the late Herbert Leo Pitsenbarger and Ina Lavelle (Warner) Pitsenbarger.
Jim was raised in Hightown United Methodist Church and was a graduate of Highland High School...
Jan Stuart (Mercer) Brown
Jul 6, 2024
Jan Stuart Mercer Brown died Friday afternoon, July 6, in McDowell, Virginia, at the home she shared with her son and daughter-in-law Cotten and Caryn Brown. She was 88.
Jan was born on April 19, 1936, to Howell P. Mercer and Mary Elizabeth Stuart Mercer in Tampa, Florida, and attended Tampa public schools. As a student at Plant High School, she...
Peggy Ann (Lowry) Weaver
Jul 5, 2024
Peggy Ann (Lowry) Weaver, 84, of Hot Springs, passed away Friday, July 5, 2024 at The Woodlands Health and Rehab Center in Clifton Forge.
She was born in Highland County on August 15, 1939, a daughter of Millard Ernest and Daisy Ann (Turner) Lowry.
A Christian, she was raised in the former Wesley Chapel Advent Christian Church and a graduate of Monterey...
Joy Ann Smith
Jul 4, 2024
Joy Ann (Mitchell) Smith, 92, of Headwaters passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Brookdale Senior Living in Staunton.
She was born in Churchville, April 18, 1932, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Lillie Kate (Armstrong) Mitchell. She married John Clyde Smith, who predeceased her on February 10, 2008.
A devout Christian, Joy was a member of the former Headwaters Presbyterian...
Caroline Helen (Chestnut) Pritt
Jun 25, 2024
Caroline Helen Chestnut Pritt, 79, of Hot Springs passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at The Springs Nursing Center.
She was born on July 27, 1944 in Mountain Grove, a daughter of the late Ray Newton Chestnut and Helen Gaye Hamilton Chestnut. She graduated from Valley High School and was employed at the Gristmill Restaurant and later the Bacova Guild.
A...
Elizabeth "Betsy" Little
Jun 18, 2024
Elizabeth “Betsy” Anderson Little, 80, of McDowell, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at The Legacy in Staunton after an extended illness.
She was born Feb. 28, 1944, in St. Petersburg, Fla., the daughter of the late Walter and Josephine McClure Anderson. She lived in Augusta County as a child.
Betsy’s career in the newspaper business began when she was the middle...
Ina Lavelle Pitsenbarger
Jun 18, 2024
Ina Lavelle (Warner) Pitsenbarger, 91, formerly of Monterey, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Pendleton Manor in Franklin, WV.
She was born in Circleville, WV on December 2, 1932, a daughter of the late Emory John and Tena Catherine (Judy) Warner. On April 11, 1952, she married Herbert Leo Pitsenbarger, who preceded her in death February 16, 1994.
A child care...
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