Her work tools were chalk, ink, paper, determination, compassion, wisdom, and wit. Col. Wilton B. Thomas, will be buried with full Military Honors, at Trissels Mennonite Cemetery, Broadway Va., November 21, 2021 at 2 pm, followed by a memorial service 3:00 PM at Sunset Drive United Methodist Church, Broadway, with the Rev. She and her late husband conducted tours in the United States and Europe. Inez Pruitt; Riverside Home Health and Hospice Nurse, Susan Parks; TVFD & Rescue Squad members led by Gary Pruitt & Olivia Pruitt; and The entire Tangier Island Community for their loving kindness shown toward her during her return home.Bonnies life was built upon the foundation of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Janice Moon, January 29, 2020The service for the Rev. He is survived by his son, James H. Boice III (Christine) and their children, Michael, Stephanie, Marissa and Nathan Boice. George E. King, November 5, 2021 The Rev. He was involved in teaming with the National Capital Area Emmaus community. His other passions include music, pet birds and fish, cats and dogs, classic cars, clocks and kite flying. There were many days on this walk he was accompanied by church members, a fellow pastor, and his son Clay. Throughout his ministry, Bills motto and devotion remained steadfast to Making Jesus Famous.Bill is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 52 years, Barbara Fisher. Sonny was born in 1941 in Wardensville . She worked as a clerk for the U.S. Department of the Navy at the Washington Navy Yard. They grew up surrounded by family. This experience confirmed Marys interest in entering the ministry. Phone: (540) 828-2542. He attended Portsmouth Public Schools and graduated from I.C. After retiring in 1989 he served Hyco and Fairmount Park in Norfolk. His pastorates included West Campbell Charge and Forest Road in the Lynchburg area and Powhatan and Blackstone outside of Richmond. He is also survived by his parents, Choong Ok Lee and Dong-Myung Eum; his sister, Heewoon Eum and her husband Seokhyun; niece, Joy; and nephews, Joshua and John. His next appointment in Virginia was at Bethel U.M.C. In June 1989, Holland announced he had accepted an offer to become the athletic director at Davidson and that the 1989-90 season would be his final one at U-Va. Holland returned to Virginia in . Condolences to the family may be sent to The Jester Living Trust c/o Anderson & Desimone, PC; Attention Christopher Desimone, 4923 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, Virginia 24018 who will forward them to the family. She was asked to be a member of the Greene Memorial United Methodist Church Bell Choir in the fall of 2013. Murriel was born in Shenandoah, VA to John Henry Price and Ruth Layne Price on November 17, 1937. Born in Winston Salem, NC, he is preceded in death by his parents Dr. William C. Logan Sr and Martha Jackson Logan and sister, Mary Anne Mongan all of Salem, VA. Bill is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sara S. Logan; daughter and son-in-law Anne Marie and Steve Kimmell of Centreville, VA; son and daughter-in-law William Craig and Tatyana Logan of Leesburg, VA; grandchildren Logan, Carter and Ben Kimmell and Natalie Logan. The family would like to thank the staff at Manor Care for the wonderful care they provided for the last nine years. Janet served several Methodist churches as a Pastor, BMW charge in Winchester, Va., Accomack Charge on the Eastern Shore of Va., Melrose UMC in Lottsburg, Va., Fieldale UMC, Fieldale, Va. and Grace/Greenwood UMCs in Marion, Va. Janet had a special place in her heart for the UMC church and children of El Salvador.She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Helen Farrow; and brother, George Farrow, Jr.Janet is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Tracy Grissett; two sisters, Margaret Stackhouse (Warren) and Joyce Ewell; two brothers, Chuck Farrow (Gayle) and Al Farrow (Chris); several nieces and nephews; and her puppy dogs.Memorial services will be held Monday, November 8, 2021 at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 115 South Church St., Marion, Va. 24354, with the Reverend Dr. James Bennington officiating. Mary joyfully adored and indulged grandchildren Ben, Tom, Kayana, Danielle, and Trae.There will be a private interment due to public gathering restrictions. 65 Blackstone. He faced the challenges of Parkinsons with dignity and grit, strapping on boxing gloves for workouts with the Rock Steady Boxing crew.Dudley is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sharon; his daughter Rev. Barbara Lewis; son, the Rev. Browse Harrisonburg local obituaries on Legacy.com. He was the founder of Apple Valley Mediation Network and served as its Executive Director for 20 years. Our deepest thanks also to Gentle Shepherd Hospice for lovingly directing us through Moms last days. The Rev. A private service was held on Saturday, Oct. 11. Dale E. Gillis, July 28, 2022The Rev. Harold Eugene Thornton, Sr. of the residence; son, Harold Hal Eugene Thornton, Jr. (Nina Beth) of Chatham, VA; daughter, Sandra Baker (Frank) of Stafford, VA; grandson, Harold Trey Eugene Thornton, III (Bailey) of Midlothian, VA; granddaughters, Mary Dare Thornton Hume (Evan) of Charlottesville, VA, Mallory Baker (Keneuell Harris) of Richmond, VA, and Hadley Baker of Lynchburg, VA; great-grandsons, Charles Daughtridge Hume and Harold Henry Eugene Thornton, IV; brother, Wayne Williams of Brandon, MS; and a sister, Becky Mishoe (Billy) of Bracey, VA; and numerous nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her parents, and ten brothers and sisters.Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 24, 2022 at Watson Memorial United Methodist Church, Chatham, VA by Rev. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 176 Robert Street, Marion, N.C. 28752; Lunenburg County Historical Society, P.O. Obituary notices, delivered daily. Call: (804) 478-4411; Menu ; Call: (804) 478-4411 Contact Us Facebook Home Obituaries Who We Are. During the years 1949-1973, in addition to his local church and conference duties, he attended Randolph-Macon College and Union Theological Seminary in Richmond and earned the degrees of Bachelor of Arts, Master of Divinity, and Doctor of Ministry. Eric Wetzel presiding.In lieu of flower please make donations to your local food bank or Salvation Army.The family would like to express their appreciation to the doctors and staff at Sentara RMH of Harrisonburg, Va. She knew what it was like to be a servant of God and proved it again and again. They were married on May 22, 1982 and recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. Wadsworth was married for 55 years to his loving wife, Betty Ann Wadsworth, who predeceased him in 2018.Surviving the Rev. Bills ongoing joy was centered on celebrating the many life events of his beloved family. Judy Lee Wheeler Loehr passed away on July 21, 2020. For family and friends throughout the country, the service will be live-streamed on Youtube, and available to replay later at the following link:https://youtu.be/iK_m6SgkrpMPlease note the Pacific time zone, the service will be live at 2pm on the East Coast.ObituaryThe Rev. You are encouraged to post a memory, note, or words of condolence to the family by going to the funeral home website at www.whittenmonelison.comIn lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army. Ken was born on November 16, 1935, in Harrisonburg, VA., son to Raymond and Rebecca Whetzel. He was an excellent pianist and played many other instruments. Visitation will take place from 10:00am-12:00pm immediately followed by a Celebration of Life service beginning at 12:00pm. 97 Retired. Hitler had become dictator of Germany just three months before and the following month child actress Shirley Temple would become a national film star upon the release of Bright Eyes.The daughter of Virgie Leona (Barr) Haire, a rural one-room schoolhouse teacher, musician, music instructor, and farmer, and the Rev. She was the wife of the late Rev. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. He initially started the work of connecting through his boyhood paper route. One of her greatest joys was being with her friends she met through her ministry in The United Methodist Church and her mission trips to Russia, China, Africa and Haiti. Anne worked in the public school system for 18 years teaching second grade at Central Elementary in Warrenton, Va., and later teaching at Lincoln Terrace Elementary in Roanoke, Va. After raising SEVEN girls, she and her husband, Jack, enjoyed many years of good humor, family, cherished friends, classical music, and dancing. He was an avid Duke fan, a poet, music lover, and Gods Kingdom worker. Bishop Eutsler was the one of the oldest living United Methodist Bishops. Please keep the family in your prayers. Moon, IV; and David A. Thank you to his new Park Oak Grove family who warmly welcomed him and Evelyn to the community and a special thank you to all his caregivers and therapists for the attention and kindness they shared with him. During this time Clyde also attended James Madison University to obtain his Bachelors Degree and was called to the ministry in 1968. Waldo County and the U.S.S. In addition to her parents and her first and second husbands, she was predeceased by her brother Harry A. Shields Jr.A funeral was held on November 24, 2021, at Oakland United Methodist Church with the Rev. She was cremated on 17 August 2021.Karen is survived by her sister, Frances Ann Hudelson and husband David, nieces Jennifer Ellen (Hudelson) Holley (Charles) and Luanne (Hudelson) Popkin and husband Lawrence Palmer, grand-nieces Natasha Nicole Popkin and Madeline Kate Popkin, grand-nephews Steven Jay Popkin and Julian Prather Holley, numerous cousins and many friends.Plans for a memorial service are still pending. We're your Chevrolet dealership serving Charlottesville, Winchester, and Staunton. To send online condolences please visittharpfuneralhome.com. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Amy Louise Farr. He would eventually answer the call to become a preacher despite a paralyzing childhood fear of public speaking. The Rev. Her renowned cooking skills brought them all back, again and again. Wesley Theological Seminary, 4500 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington DC 20016 A private service for Bill will be held at a later date. In the coming years he would be blessed with two daughters as well as become a school teacher that taught both academic subjects and music. Virginia Death Index 1853-1896 for selected cities and counties - at The Library of Virginia. Among other interest she volunteered for Meals on Wheels, the rescue squad, loved gardening (and sharing its bounty) and bird watching. In every stage of his life, he was deeply involved, taking every opportunity to engage with people around him. During that same time he also served as the decades-long president of the Emporia-Greensville Recreation Association, where he spearheaded the design and ultimate creation of the Meherrin River Park Complex, and also as executive director of the Emporia-Greensville Airport Commission, where he helped bring in numerous grants and upgrades to the Emporia-Greensville Regional Airport. She spent time feeding the birds and squirrels and talked to them as if they were her children.Mamie was a charitable person and gave generously to many childrens and veterans organizations, her favorites being St. Judes, Shriners Hospital for Children, and Wounded Warriors. She loved to dance with beloved husband Tom to Neil Diamond.She was preceded in death by her dad Earl Bradley, mother Ola Mae Bradley, brother Earl Zeke Bradley, and husband, the Rev. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Angelito Gel Samson, September 8, 2021The Rev. He was also a member of Masonic Metropolitan Lodge Number 11 in Glen Allen. Anne loved family gatherings, with Christmas being her favorite holiday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. 91 Ret. Get directions. He retired in 1998. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded by 2 stepchildren Rob and Ruth Honaker, a step grandchild Michelle Honaker, and a loving friend and companion Don Pulfiser.The family suggests contributions in Arlins memory be made to Life in His Name Ministries, PO Box 66353 Virginia Beach, VA 23466-6353, or a charity of choice. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.A visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. Dr. Kathleen Ann Work, April 27, 2022The Rev. She is survived by her husband and their son, Eldon Reid McKenney, and their daughter, Nora Jane McKenney. In 1975 he transferred to the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church. Jack Davis Pruitt, 91, husband of Dora Nickerson Pruitt and a resident of Painter, passed away Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at his residence. Carolyn Sue Pitsenbarger, 67 - Mar 2020. Larry House officiating. Beighley was also the widower of his wife of 43 years, Dorcas Radeanna Beighley. Following two years with the U.S. Marines, he was appointed founding pastor of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA. His ministry continued at Ramsey Memorial United Methodist Church in Chesterfield until he was named Administrator of the Hermitage Methodist Home in Richmond. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church. The ministers will be the Rev. She was born on September 16, 1941, to the late Myrtle Mae Neal Shields and the late Harry Adam Shields in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. He wanted Joseph to help them in their struggles to rebuild after a devastating fire. The family welcomes members of the community to share their memories of Mrs. Pastor Mike spread love, peace and joy throughout his earthly journey and is no doubt continuing his mission.Arrangements for a Celebration of Mikes Life will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be sent to Mary Beth and Bob Blinn, 525 N. 1st St., Richmond, VA 23219. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com. Charles Franklin Owen who was a clergy member of the Virginia conference, and her second husband James Wesley Barham.Mary was a member of Oakland United Methodist Church and was a homemaker. Edward F. Wilkins, November 5, 2021 Edward Franklin Wilkins of New Market, VA realized the hope of resurrection Friday, November 5, 2021 at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia.He was born February 11, 1950, in Alexandria, VA. Ed was the son of Gilbert Franklin Wilkins and Zelma Lee Trivett Wilkins. Milton Lee Ramsey Jr., March 14, 2020The Rev. Long is preceded in death by a son, Jack W. Long and two brothers, Edward Luther Long and Robert Eugene Long.Surviving, are seven sons, Tony L. Long of Elkton, Russell W. Long of Fishersville, Andrew B. Dr. Kathleen Ann Work passed away on April 27, 2022, after a long battle with Mucosal Melanoma. He began preaching on the South Culpeper Circuit in 1955. L. Gayle Thornberry, June 14, 2021The Rev. He also worked for the United Way for a period of time.There will be no visitation; services will be held privately. She was the widow of her best friend and devoted husband of 55 years, 3 months, the Rev. He was loved by so many and will be missed dearly.The family would like to Thank Carilion Hospice for their love and care during this most difficult of times.A funeral service and celebration of Georges life will be conducted at 11:00 am, Friday, February 25, 2022, at Walnut Grove Church in Montvale with Pastor Bob Auxier officiating. Mr.Carlton Stanley Maughlin, December 8, 2020The family of C. Stanley Maughlin is saddened to announce the passing of their beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather after a lengthy battle with Alzheimers disease.Stan was born in Alva, Oklahoma in 1933 and lived in Dighton and Alamota, Kansas as a child and young man. The Rev. 74 Lawrencevl. His true passion was as a philatelist, collecting, sorting and selling postage stamps worldwide. Simply browse the Harrisonburgs obituaries listing you can find on this page or conduct a search on the web site with your loved ones name. Al was also an avid reader.He is survived by wife, Gail M. Stables of Corinth; sons, Arthur Stables and John Thomas of Tucson, Arizona, Tom Stables and wife Dianne of Houston, Texas, Chris Stables and wife Mary of Midlothian, Texas; stepsons, Benson Skelton and wife Lana of Corinth, Jim Babcock and wife Abie of Washington, DC and John Babcock of California; grandchildren, Zach Stables, Jordan Stables, Michael Stables, Emily Overstreet and husband Matt, Erin Stables, Emoree Skelton, Ayden Skelton, Benjamin Skelton and Cayson Skelton; great grandchild, Brock Overstreet; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. She taught for many years in Deep Creek (Virginia) Elementary School. Her primary vocation, however, was as a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Born on December 29, 1957, in Gordonsville, he was the son of the late Earl Randolph Payne and Elizabeth Scruggs Payne.Buster worked for 41 years at Dominion Power before his retirement. Cloud on Facebook. After graduating from seminary he served at the Inwood/Pikeside EUB Charge, St. Marks United Methodist Church in Arlington VA, First United Methodist Church in Salem VA and Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Alexandria VA. Dr. Sheaffer also served as District Superintendent to the Winchester, Norfolk and Ashland Districts of the United Methodist Church, Virginia Conference. Together, they served in the Ministry of the Virginia United Methodist Church for 50 years, serving in churches all over the state of Virginia. 74 Conference Evangelist. She taught school in Campbell, Albemarle, and Rockingham County for 25 years.Stella enjoyed doing many things. Reservations are not necessary for the graveside service. Gilley is survived by his beautiful bride and life partner in service to the Lord for more than 66 years, Jean Catherine Hancock Gilley of the home.Prior to retirement from the Virginia United Methodist Conference, he served churches in Halifax County, Nokesville, VA and churches in the North Carolina Conference. Surveying them has helped strengthen our relationship. He later received the call to ministry, and in preparation, attained a bachelors degree from Scarritt College and Doctor of Divinity from Drew University. Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. She was born Norma Lucretia Haire on November 21, 1934, in the midst of the Great Depression and during a period in which the Roaring 20s and Depression-era mobsters were being mopped up and the ingredients of a world war were beginning to stir. Charlottesville, VA 22902. Sue also enjoyed worldly travels with Lee and her brother Bill and his wife, Teri. Tom was a volunteer EMT and firefighter; later, he became a police chaplain, last serving Chesterfield County.A memorial service will be held at a later date. She also took in her mother Leona Haire and maternal Aunt Esther Popowski, caring for them to the end of their lives. She was a member of the Maysville Bible Brethren Church.She enjoyed dining out, especially with friends and family. In midlife he surrendered his philatelic passion and followed a call from God into the ministry, serving churches in Dinwiddie County, Colonial Heights and Amelia County, Virginia. Please keep his wife, Tara, in your prayers. Harold Lee Hicks, age 87, passed from this life to the Church Triumphant on April 30, 2022 following a season of declining health. His strength was as a pastor. She especially enjoyed passing her knowledge and skills on to her grandchildren. Jean Thomasson Holmes , March 4, 2020Jean Thomasson Holmes, 91, passed peacefully into Jesus presence March 4, 2020, surrounded by her children. PO Box 41. She taught 4th grade at Stonewall Elementary and 11th grade at James Wood High School.She was a member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority and White Post United Methodist Church.She married Denver Willis Martin on June 20, 1964, at Ridings Chapel United Methodist Church in Stephens City, Virginia. Charles E Cheseldine who passed away in April of 1987. Your love and support was deeply appreciated. Harry Byrd Jones, 91, of Sutherland, VA, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2022. He is also survived by four precious grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by both parents, Alvin Coffey (Powhatan, Va.) and Vivian Payne Ferebee (Tappahannock, Va.). He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Sheryl, whom he wed in 2002, his daughters from his first marriage of 39 years to the late Marion Blackstone: Rae (Ron) Scott, Mt. Randall Blankenship officiating.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family. As founder and proprietor of the Sonshine Book Shop for over 30 years she loved and prayed for countless friends who became family to her. as Minister in Chesapeake, Virginia. Charlotte was the secret weapon to Kens successful 40-year career as a United Methodist minister, supporting him in every shape and fashion at various churches across Virginia. The Rev. Richard McDowell officiating. Jeanetta B. Benedict, June 7, 2022Jeanetta B. Benedict, 85, of Williamsburg, was born February 21, 1937 and passed away June 7, 2022.She graduated from Saint Paul School of Theology in Leawood, KS, and received her Masters from Scarritt College for Christian Workers in Nashville, TN. She created a loving home at the 11 Methodist parsonages where they lived for their daughter, Kerrie, and son, Paul.Marian loved her family and delighted in happy hours poring over family documents and traveling to genealogical libraries on the east coast, researching nuggets of information about her extended family. The Rev. Mrs. Norma H. B. Cleaver, July 27, 2021Norma H. B. Cleaver, age 86, of Arthur, W. Va., died Thursday, July 29, 2021, while residing at the home of her daughter, Ann McCoy, in Clarksburg, Md. David Whitehurst and his wife Cherie of Bedford, VA and Bruce Whitehurst and his wife Genise of Richmond, VA, and his daughter Monica Whitehurst of Chesapeake; five grandchildren: Alison Whitehurst Martin (Alex), Anne Whitehurst Cantrell (Henry), grandson Carson Whitehurst and granddaughters Cameron and Caroline Whitehurst; by two great grandsons, Levi Cantrell and Blake Martin; his sister Elizabeth Whitehurst Bergesen of Virginia Beach and was predeceased by his sister Reba Whitehurst Thompson.A memorial service will be held at Charity United Methodist Church, 4080 Charity Neck Road, Virginia Beach at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9th, with the Rev.