Betsy Faircloth
Jun 13, 2024
Betsy Faircloth, 94, of Jacksonville, Fla. and McDowell, Va., passed away June 13, 2024 in Jacksonville.
She was born in Highland County, Va. on January 5, 1930 to the late Harry Lee and Mary Bess (Hamilton) Marshall.
After attending college classes, she moved to Jacksonville to be with her sister and worked as a legal secretary. She met her husband of 61...
Granvil "Junior" Griffin, Jr.
Jun 11, 2024
Granvil Garland “Junior” Griffin, Jr., 68, of Stuarts Draft, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at the home of his son.
He was born May 20, 1956, a son of the late Granvil “Tom” Garland and Mary “Janet” (Losh) Griffin.
A man of many talents, Junior was chiefly a self-employed contractor and carpenter. Additionally, he had been employed with Cerro Metal...
Marcia (Kelley) Cleek
Jun 6, 2024
Marcia (Kelley) Cleek, 55, of Stuarts Draft, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024 at her home.
She was born July 16, 1968 in Bath County, a daughter of the late Julian Garnet and Reta Madelene (Hamilton) Kelley. On July 26, 1986 Marcia married Dale Richard Cleek.
A homemaker, Marcia loved spending time with her grandchildren and fur babies; as well as taking...
Edward "Ed" Franklin Botkin
Jun 1, 2024
Edward Franklin Botkin, 85, of Sugar Grove, WV passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Hospice of the Piedmont in Charlottesville, Va.
He was born August 21, 1938 in Pendleton County, a son of the late Bertha Mae Botkin, and was raised by his uncle, the late Charles Pinkney “Pink” Botkin.
A simple man, Ed lived a happy life utilizing basic necessities...
James Edward Blankenship
May 18, 2024
James “Jim” Edward Blankenship, Sr., 69, of McDowell, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 18, 2024 at August Health in Fishersville.
He was born August 26, 1954, in Baltimore, MD, a son of the late Charles Raymond Blankenship, Jr. and wife, Mildred Cleveland (Leaf) Blankenship.
A dedicated and reliable school bus driver, Jim was employed by Highland County Public Schools, and faithfully transported...
Orion Olin "Jack" Beverage
May 16, 2024
Orion Olin "Jack" Beverage, 85, passed away, Thursday, May 16, 2024 at his home, after a few years of declining health.
He was born February 25, 1939 on Strait Creek Road, a son of the late Henry Martin and Audrey Lou (Harper) Beverage. On April 13, 1962, he married Thelma Grey Gum, who predeceased him on March 25, 2024.
Jack started his...
Peter Michael Kobele
May 4, 2024
Peter Michael Kobele, 76, of the Mill Gap area of Highland County, passed away, Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.
Joseph Roscoe Armstrong Jr.
May 4, 2024
Joseph “Tiger” Roscoe Armstrong, Jr., age 80, of Churchville, passed away Saturday, May, 4, 2024 at Brookdale Senior Living in Harrisonburg.
Mr. Armstrong was born April 30th, 1944, a son of the late Joseph Roscoe, Sr. and Mary Louise (Mongold) Armstrong. He was raised by his grandparents, the late Roy “R.W” Wandless and Margie Pauline (Siron) Armstrong, whom he lovingly referred...
Leon Elmer Baer
Apr 11, 2024
Leon Elmer Baer, 82, of Doe Hill, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
The son of Mennie Lillian Smith and William Lurty Baer, he was born in Riverton, WV on November 7, 1941.
A beloved member of Highland and Pendleton County communities, Leon was a welder by trade. Before his retirement to Doe Hill in 2011, he had...
Westley Eugene Roberts
Apr 11, 2024
Westley Eugene Roberts, 68, of Burnsville, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by family.
He was born March 1, 1956, a son of the late Richard “Ritchie” Dale and Twila Jane (Burns) Roberts.
A great carpenter, Westley had worked as a carpenter at The Homestead for many years prior to starting his own business, and he was a...
Kate Beverage Hiner
Apr 8, 2024
Kate (Beverage) Hiner, 92, of McDowell, passed away Monday, April 8, 2024 surrounded by her family at her home.
She was born in the Strait Creek community of Highland County on March 7, 1932, a daughter of the late Walter Ralph and Elizabeth (Ryder) Beverage. On February 20, 1951, she married Dick Maloy Hiner.
A homemaker in every possible way, Kate enjoyed...
Charles "Billy" Grant
Apr 5, 2024
Charles “Billy” William Grant, 85, of McDowell, went to meet his Lord and Savior Friday, April 5, 2024 at the home of his sister.
He was born in Staunton, October 21, 1938, a son of the late Charles Roy and Janet Ruth (Lockridge) Grant.
A devout Christian, Billy was truly a man after God’s own heart, reaching the lost and praying for...
Margaret Heyn
Apr 4, 2024
Margaret Beauford Warwick Heyn, 102, of Monterey, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
The daughter of the Rev. Abram Beauford Warwick, a native of Lovingston, and Phoebe Dice Jones Wilson Warwick, a native of Monterey, Margaret was born on Feb. 18, 1922, in Sinking Creek, where her father was temporarily on assignment as principal of the...
Thelma Grey Beverage
Mar 25, 2024
Thelma Grey Beverage, 81, of Monterey, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024 at Augusta Health following a brief illness.
Born April 29, 1942, on Strait Creek Road near Monterey (where she lived her entire life), she was the daughter and only child of the late Roy A. & Argyle E. (Simmons) Gum.
On April 13, 1962, she married Orion O. “Jack”...
Harold Stuart Cupp
Mar 17, 2024
Harold Stuart Cupp, 81, of Sugar Grove, WV passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the home of his son in Bridgewater.
He was born in Rockingham County, December 1, 1942, a son of the late Leon Stuart and Pauline Catherine (Howdyshell) Cupp. On November 2, 1974, he married Anna Norene Eckard, who preceded him in death on February 20, 2023.
A...
Julie Mary Pickerill
Mar 14, 2024
Julie Mary (Haydon) Pickerill, age 67, wife of David Pickerill, of Warm Springs, passed away on Thursday, March 14,2024 at Bath Community Hospital. Per her request there will be no formal services. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.obaughfuneralhome.com
Martha Mae (Murray) Hutchison
Mar 10, 2024
Martha Mae (Murray) Hutchison, 79, widow of James “Jim” Hutchison, of Staunton and formerly of Mustoe, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Brookdale Assisted Living Facility after a short illness.
She was born May 14, 1944 in Washington, DC, a daughter of the late John Guy Murray and Margaret (Byington) Murray.
Inspired by her brothers’ actions and prompting, Martha grew up...
Rodney Dale Redifer
Mar 9, 2024
Rodney Dale Redifer, age 73, of 501 Hankey Mountain Highway, Churchville, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Kings Daughters Community Health and Rehab in Staunton.
He was born on October 1, 1950, in Mt. Solon, son of the late Charles “Chuck” Leonard and Reba Pauline (Moneymaker) Redifer.
He was a graduate of Buffalo Gap High School and received several certifications in...
Blanca Palacio Stephenson
Mar 6, 2024
Blanca Palacio Stephenson, 95, of Chesapeake and formerly of Monterey, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024.
She was born Blanca Rosa Palacios y Ramirez on March 25, 1928 in Pinar Del Rio, Cuba, a daughter of the late Sindulfo and Maria (Ramirez) Palacios.
In 1944 she married Harold “Mac” McClurg, who was stationed nearby with the U.S. Navy. Shortly after their marriage,...
Myra Lowry
Mar 5, 2024
Myra (Waybright) Lowry, 76, of Monterey, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Augusta Health.
Born on November 20, 1947, Myra was a daughter of the late Charles Pinkney Jr. and Thelma Pauline (Pritt) Waybright. On June 26, 1971, she married W. Allen Lowry.
A very versatile lady, Myra wore many hats. She served as treasurer for Victory Chapel Advent Christian Church,...
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