Jesse "Jay" Clay Propst III
Oct 3, 2023
Jesse "Jay" Clay Propst III, 51, of Blue Grass, departed his earthly life Tuesday, October 3, 2023 while vacationing at Virginia Beach.
He was born July 22, 1972 in West Virginia, a son of Jesse Clay Propst II of Harrisonburg and Judy Simmons of Staunton. On September 17, 2011 he married the love of his life, Ashley Huyler Hull.
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Carlston Ray Vandevander
Oct 2, 2023
Carlston Ray Vandevander, 71, of Staunton, passed away Monday, October 2, 2023 at Shenandoah Nursing and Rehab in Fishersville.
He was born May 11, 1952, a son of the late Minor Ephriam and Joy Lena (Bennett) Vandevander.
A talented mechanic by trade, Carlston had retired from Mathers Construction and was the owner and operator of Carl’s Little Beaver...
Virginia Catherine (Cobb) Simmons
Oct 1, 2023
Virginia Catherine (Cobb) Simmons, 90, of McGaheysville, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 1, 2023.
She was born August 15, 1933 in Pendleton County, the daughter of the late Clara Jones (Simmons) Smith.
On December 26, 1950, she married Richard Lee Simmons, who preceded her in death in 2000.
Virginia was a devoted Christian,...
Lee Lunora Doyle
Sep 9, 2023
Lee “Lunora” Doyle, 63, of Monterey, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023 during a white-water rafting trip in Summersville, WV.
She was born April 7, 1960 in Maryland, a daughter of the late Ida Faye (Bradley) Weese. On August 21, 1982 she married Donald L.B. Doyle, who preceded her in death on August 6, 2013.
An entrepreneur, Lunora owned...
Sean William Weeks
Sep 7, 2023
Sean William Weeks, 33, of Staunton and the Forks of Water community of Highland County, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023 as the result of a motorcycle accident.
He was born March 24, 1990, a son of Jeannette Hope Harper of Staunton and John “Billy” William Weeks of Stuarts Draft.
An outdoor enthusiast who found peace in the...
Charles “Charlie” Roscoe Harold, Jr
Aug 14, 2023
Charles “Charlie” Roscoe Harold, Jr., 87, of Roanoke, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023 at his home.
Charlie was born December 13, 1935 in Monterey, Virginia to the late Daisy Enid (Hull) and Charles R. Harold. After graduating from Highland High School, Charlie worked as an electrical engineer in Northern Virginia and eventually settled in Fredericksburg, where he and...
Sharon Kay Hayes
Aug 11, 2023
Sharon Kay Hayes, 68, of Staunton, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023 at Shenandoah House in Fishersville.
She was born March 28, 1955, a daughter of Norma June (Armstrong) and William Albert Webb.
A faithful member of Heaven’s Golden Gates Church, Sharon loved reading her Bible and watching religious broadcasting throughout the day. She also enjoyed puzzles and crocheting blankets....
Margaret "Peggy" Ruth Shuttleworth
Aug 10, 2023
Margaret Ruth “Peggy” Shuttleworth, 82, of Monterey, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023 at her home.
She was born April 25, 1941 in Romines Mill, WV, a daughter of the late Robert Smith and Margaret Meigs (Frush) Shuttleworth.
One who loved to tell stories, Peggy, would share the childhood pranks while on the farm in the rural town...
Carl "C.W." Woodrow Hammer
Aug 5, 2023
Carl Woodrow “C.W.” Hammer, 74, of Monterey, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023 at his home.
He was born September 19, 1948, a son of the late Carl Eugene and Betty Estelle (Warner) Hammer.
A mechanic, C.W. worked alongside his father, uncle, and brothers at Hammer Chevrolet until its closing in 1994. He was a member of Franklin Moose...
John "Johnny" H. Whitecotton, Jr.
Jul 27, 2023
John H. Whitecotton Jr., 83, of Monterey passed away, Thursday, July 27, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. Our hearts are heavy with his absence, but joyful that he is now in his new home in heaven.
He was born April 8, 1940 in Monterey, a son of the late John H. and Leafy (Simmons) Whitecotton.
Johnny and...
Cherie Robertson
Jul 25, 2023
Cherie Robertson, 52, of Hot Springs, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Salem.
She was born February 12, 1971, a daughter of Kathy Dale (Baldwin) Morton of Hot Springs and the late Thomas Fred Hise. On September 19, 1987 she married Ronald “Ronnie” Eugene Robertson.
Cherie was a member of Hot Springs Baptist Church...
Nancy (King) White
Jul 25, 2023
Nancy (King) White, 85, of Mill Gap, began her journey into Glory to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
Nancy was born January 19, 1938 in the same house in which she passed, as the beautiful daughter of the late Martin Ellis and Grace (Page) King.
A 1959 graduate of the C&O School of Nursing...
Carlton Hull
Jul 24, 2023
Carlton Stewart Hull, 87, of Vanderpool, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 at his home.
He was born February 2, 1936 in Highland, a son of the late William Glen and Thelma Hazel (Page) Hull. On July 1, 1955, he married Patricia “Patsy” Jane Wilfong, who preceded him in death September 6, 2021.
A true servant of God, Carlton...
Marty James Swartz, Jr.
Jul 8, 2023
Marty James Swartz, Jr., 84, husband of Carole Shoemaker Swartz of Manning, S.C., died Saturday, July 8, 2023, at his home with his wife by his side.
He was born August 19, 1938, in Pontiac, MI, a son of the late Lucille (Cobb) Swartz and Marty James Swartz, Sr.
A veteran of the United States Navy, Marty served in...
Ian L. Robertson
Jun 28, 2023
Ian Locklin Robertson, 40, of Staunton and formerly Monterey, crossed over from this life to begin his next journey on June 28, 2023.
Born December 8, 1982 in Charlottesville, Ian was raised in Highland County, and graduated from Highland High School in 2001. Soon after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy and would remain in service to...
James Nickolas "Nick" Mason
Jun 24, 2023
James Nickolas "Nick" Mason, 37, of Monterey, and formerly of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 24, 2023, while vacationing with his wife in Denali Park, Alaska.
Nick was born on April 25, 1986 in Cleveland, TN the son of Jim and Judy (Matthews) Mason. He was raised in Cleveland where he attended Cleveland High School. From a young...
Zula Chesnut
Jun 17, 2023
Zula Blanche Chesnut, age 82, formerly of McDowell and Staunton, VA, was received into the arms of Jesus her Savior on June 17, 2023, after a long illness.
Following the death of her parents, Mrs. Chesnut lived on the farm of Mr./Mrs. E. M. Lockridge of McDowell, VA, where she learned to care for animals, tend plants, and the value...
Joseph "Joe" Lockridge
Jun 14, 2023
Joseph Lee Lockridge, 72, of Burnsville passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
He was born August 9, 1950 in the Flood Community of Highland County, a son of the late Pinkney Stephenson and Hazel Beulah (Carpenter) Lockridge. On January 4, 1975, he married Betty Jean Roberts.
Mr. Lockridge was retired from Falling Springs Farm, where...
Richard Lane Dean
Jun 14, 2023
Richard Lane Dean, 64, of Burnsville, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at his home.
He was born June 11, 1959 in Hot Springs, a son of the late Norval Geharlinton and Edna Jane (Caracofe) Dean.
On November 14, 1986 he married Rebecca “Becky” Joan Roberts.
One who loved the outdoors, Richard enjoyed hunting and riding his motorcycle. Richard...
Steaven DeWayne Lindsay
Jun 13, 2023
Steaven DeWayne Lindsay, 50, of Warm Springs, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at UVA Hospital.
He was born in Hot Springs, September 24, 1972, a son of Sharon Gail (Duncan) Lindsay of Warm Springs and the late Jerry Lewis Lindsay.
Always an amazing uncle, Steaven enjoyed traveling, playing cards and gaming with his nephews and never missed an...
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