Mrs. Carrie Potts, January 19, 2020Mrs. Clyde DeShong will officiate. He is now in heaven, surely joking with the angels. Dr. Kathleen Ann Work, April 27, 2022The Rev. Her work tools were chalk, ink, paper, determination, compassion, wisdom, and wit. 2 0f 3 Children, Daughter Lois Garner, Son David Kirby, (three grandchildren) Melissa Garner, Lauren Kirby, Steven Kirby (two great-granddaughters ) Courtney Ehrhard, and Hailee Cox also (two great-great-granddaughters) Evelyn Cox, and Alyssa Cox. Before making plans or traveling, please refer to and check back at Schaeffer Funeral Homes Web site, https://www.schaefferfuneralhome.com, for the latest, up-to-the-minute information on the Memorial Service.Those wishing to offer memorial contributions may direct them in the name of the deceased to the Maysville Bible Brethren Church, Maysville, W. Va., St. Judes Childrens Hospital, or an animal charity of their choice. He served as an adjunct professor at the Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond and for a brief time at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C. She was the wife of the late Rev. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas, 66676-8516. Charge as Minister in Lancaster County. Dale was always fond of the farm lifestyle, and loved visiting his extended familys nearby farm, where he developed a passion for growing vegetables, canning them, and witnessing their maple syrup production.In 1968, the Gillis family relocated to Richmond, VA, where Dale attended and graduated from Manchester High School in 1977. Dr. Raymond Fitzhugh Wrenn, February 10, 2022The Rev. She loved and cared for precious and dear things, whether they be little prettily decorated finger bowls or a childs stuffed toy lamb.Upon his disability from a series of strokes, she and her husband retired to their family home in Arthur, W. Va., in 1989 where she cared for him until his death in 1992. Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720. David also has five great-grandchildren, Maddox, Faith, Rory, Calliope, and Isaac.In keeping with Davids focus of outdoor ministry, the family will have a Celebration of Life at Camp Highroad on September 10th at 10:30am with the Rev. When he retired in 2009, he had served 42.75 years in the ministry. Reginald Reg Harrell Potts, III in 1954.Carrie taught business subjects and English for six years in Poquoson, Highland Springs, and Warwick. The Rev. Together they raised four beloved children; R. Michael Thweatt, Jr. (Joyce), Janene Thweatt Whitmore, Paul Jared Wilkins (Morgan Bentley), and Erin Wilkins Fletcher (Henry). He was a member of VFW and Sons of Confederate Veterans.Rev. Source: https://www.mcmullenfh.com/obituary/kenneth-whetzel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 72 years, the Rev. Mrs. Marian Johnson Stevens, June 9, 2020Marian Johnson Stevens, 89, mother of Rev. He was predeceased by one sister, the Reverend Mary Wilkins. She is survived by her two daughters and their husbands, granddaughters and families: Mary Anna Durkovich Canter and her husband Glenn Canter and their two daughters, Taylor Nicole and Emily Paige, and Rebecca Lynn Becky Zeller and her husband John Zeller and their two daughters, Jessie Alana and Megan Lynn, and their granddaughter, Fynlee, and son Andys wife, JoAnne Durkovich and their daughter, Dr. Tracey Durkovich Clark. The Rev. In retirement years, she helped raise funds for Joe Gibbs Youth for Tomorrow program, Relay for Life of the American Cancer Society, and brought Christian music to local nursing homes and assisted living facilities through Hillcrest United Methodist Churchs Hillcrest singers. He obtained his Professional Engineer license in 1971 and was a Certified Quality Engineer through the American Society for Quality Control. His unshakeable faith inspired so many. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. After her graduation she was assigned to Rock Spring UMC in Faber, Virginia and served there from 2010 until her retirement in June of 2020. Ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Clarence A. He coached Little League Baseball and Basketball. He worked with the Boy Scout troops of his sons, going on many camping and hiking events. 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. Manear was born to the late Harvey U. Tobias and Rosa Elizabeth Jacobs Tobias and was educated in public schools in W. VA. After graduation, she was employed as a secretary for the Taylor Co. Interment at Olive Branch United Methodist Church, Gasburg, Virginia at the conclusion of service.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Olive Branch United Methodist Church, PO Box 65, Gasburg, VA 23857. He later was appointed to Oak Grove U.M.C. While her children were young, she taught preschool for a short time, but she always felt that her main job was to be a homemaker and she took great pride in her position as a Preachers Wife. She was a member of Salem United Methodist Church in Diggs. He pastored churches in the Alexandria, Springfield, Lorton, Norfolk and Virginia Beach areas before being appointed District Superintendent of the then Staunton district. William P. Combs, died December 19, 2022. Following Mikes footsteps toward glory are his wife, Betsey Lee Davis, his sons and daughters, Clint and Mandi Davis and Kelly and Scott Turner. He was the loving husband of Jean Hendley Knox, who survives, and the son of the late Emory Knox and the late Beatrice Townsend Knox.Bob attended Fork Union Military Academy for five years, graduating in 1953. In retirement, he and his wife Susan served interim pastoral appointments at First United Methodist and Braddock Street United Methodist Churches in Winchester. Born November 17, 1932 in Fairmont WV, daughter of Claude and Dessie Lake. He was born August 24, 1931, in Charlottesville to the late Paul and Wilmina Davis. He enjoyed reading, writing, fishing, camping, traveling, gardening, and babysitting his grandchildren.The Rev. Mrs. Mary Jane Ricketts, July 15, 2020Mary Jane Ricketts, 79, of Luray, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at her home.She was born on Aug. 28, 1940, in Montgomery, Ga., and was a daughter of the late Milage Hightower and Lucindy Almond Hightower.On June 9, 1967, she married the Rev. Franklins Mens Clothing Store and his mother taught mathematics at E.C. Jackson, Winchester, and Stephenson before retiring from Emmanuel United Methodist Church in 1987.Mr. Her husband was the Rev. By Colby Johnson. As a member of the Greatest Generation, he served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corps (M Company, Third Battalion, First Marine Regiment) at Guadalcanal. She was born on April 21, 1935 and was the daughter of the late Glenn E. and Hazel B. June Fravel Garber, 101, a resident of Harrisonburg passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023. Memorials may be sent to Discovery United Methodist Church, where Doris was a member for almost 18 years, or the American Cancer Society.The Ferguson family is appreciative of the support and care given to Doris at the Chestnut Grove assisted living facility for almost 10 years and want to thank all of the friends who have taken the time to visit her at Chestnut Grove over the years. 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. Both Bill and Kay were members of the 1836 Society of Emory University.Kay served as an Administrative Assistant for her husband as well as his personal secretary throughout all of the churches they served together in the Virginia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. The family, including and older brother and younger sister, moved to Winchester, Va. during her youth.Shortly after graduation from Stephens City High School, she met and married Douglas G. Ebert on September 5, 1949 in Winchester, Va.Soon after, they moved to Charlottesville, Va. where Doug graduated from UVA and then on to Emory University in Atlanta for additional studies.When his education was complete, she was now the wife of a United Methodist Minister and they spent the next 50 plus years serving the needs of the Methodist community throughout Virginia.She was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. She was asked to be a member of the Greene Memorial United Methodist Church Bell Choir in the fall of 2013. Clergy will not be robed. In all of Rev. He retired in 1997. She is survived by her daughter, Ann H. Hardin, her son H. Randolph Holmes, Jr. (Michaux) and daughter Claudia H. Stallings (Scott), her grandchildren Ben Holmes (Desirea), Drew Holmes (Lindsay) and Laura Holmes Shawley (Joey), Hanna Conaway, Emily Stalling and great-grandson James Conaway. A service will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 12 noon at Memorial United Methodist Church, 11000 Courthouse Rd., Charles City, VA 23030. Cloud on Facebook. Interment will follow the service in Highland Burial Park.The family will receive friends at the residence, 2357 Inman Rd, Danville, VA 24541 on Thursday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Notes of condolence may be sent to 2357 Iman Road, Danville, VA 24541. 71 Jacksn-Broad Mdw. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He also attended Charity Baptist Church until his health would not allow him to do so. Twice widowed, she was preceded in death by the Rev. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Burial Park.The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 to 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 24, 2022 at Watson Memorial United Methodist Church, Chatham, VA.The family wishes to thank the many who assisted with meals, fellowship, and prayers. Although separated for the past four months, their love, strength and faith prevailed until he grew too weak to continue his life here on Earth.Karl had many jobs in his younger years until he fulfilled his promise to God if He would let him survive WWII, he would devote his life to Him. Stephen T. Vineyard, January 22, 2020Please be in prayer for the family of the Rev. Hermon Chapel, 3995 Franklin Tpke., Danville, Va. is respectfully serving the Owen family. Sheaffer had a long association with Shenandoah University. Your love and support was deeply appreciated. She met her husband David while he was assisting her father as an associate pastor, and they celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary shortly before his death. Doctors and students from all over the world came to MCV to observe her operation. She and her sister, Garnette, published Gee Family Tree in 2001. She is survived by her four children, Patricia Poythress (Neil), William P. Tatum, III (Arlene), Jeanette Woodfin (Joe), and Marion Fauver (Dicky). He was slowly recovering from an accidental fall at Douthat State Park, and was looking forward to being able to go fishing again.Joseph was a Mason and served as Worshipful Master at the Kilmarnock Lodge. The Rev. *Services on 3/28/22 can be viewed at https://stjamesportsmouth.blogspot.com/?m=1. Janet also loved RV travel, enjoying trips from the Canadian Yukon to Sunny Florida. Robert L. Gue passed away July 17, 2020. Memories appreciated at[emailprotected]. Mrs. Linda I. Hurlock, January 20, 2021SALISBURY, MD Linda Insley Hurlock died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, in the company of her two daughters. Marie was of the Methodist faith. George graduated from Poquoson High School in 1958 and attended the Newport News Shipyard Apprentice School from which he graduated and started a career as a Cost Engineer for the Newport News Shipyard.In the early 1970s, George felt his resources could better be used as a minister in the United Methodist Church. Ralph Wayne Hogue, March 24, 2021The Rev. 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. Terry came to the United States in 2001, as an exchange student, hosted by Kathy Vosburg, to complete his high school studies at LAnse Creese High School-North in Macomb, Michigan. He was a skilled pianist and cartoonist whose generous spirit, uplifting music and quirky humor brought smiles to many.His ancestry qualified him to be a member of the Jamestowne Society, the National Society of Washington Family Descendants, and the Sons of the American Revolution. To send condolences, please visit www.bradshawandsonsfuneralhome.com, The Rev. He then continued his academic journey at Duke University to obtain a Master of Divinity, between his second and third year of studies at Duke University he entered a program to become a missionary in Rhodesia now the country of Zimbabwe for a year. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Maxine Evans Rollins; daughter, Anne Louise Rollins and husband Greg Anderson; son, Forrest Quinn Rollins (Becky); granddaughter, Lindsey Anderson Lindvall (Chase); grandson, Forrest Quinn Rollins, Jr.;step-grandson, Kevin Maher; niece, Kim White (Jay) and nephews, Glen Rollins (Lisa) and Mark Rollins (Courtney).Milford was predeceased by his parents, Milford Buren Rollins and Maggie Christie Quinn Rollins; first wife of 48 years, Fannie Ferguson Rollins; sister, Leola Belle Rollins; brother, Willie Ray Rollins (Barbara) and nephew, Larry Wayne Rollins.Milford was a graduate of Poquoson High School and Newport News Business College. Box 974, Kenbridge, Virginia 23944; oryour favorite charity. Retirement was also the time when Dan became a part of the Arts Chorale of Winchester and the Piedmont Singers, and when he wrote five books on United Methodist ministry, practical theology, and history.Memorial donations may be made to Saint Andrews Episcopal Church, 4400 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604, or to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. Mrs. Acosta was predeceased by her husband, daughter Marilyn, and sister Bobby Jean. A memorial service will be held at a future date. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Rebecca Wobser Ramsey of Waycross; six children, Penny Cranford (Abraham) of Springfield, FL, Phillip Ramsey of Staunton, VA, Cathy Chaplin of Staunton, VA, Jeffrey Wayne Hege of Maryland, Lee Heil (Glen) of Summerfield, FL and Charity Elizabeth Taylor (Larry) of Ocala, FL; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; three sisters, Nancy Dill of Stuarts Draft, VA, Linda Miller (Bobby) of Kissimmee, FL, and Lois Snell (Victory) of Fishersville, VA; half brother, John Spencer Ramsey of Greenbolt, MD; half sister, Cindy Ramsey of Greenbolt, MD; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Craig Armistead Buxton, February 20, 2023The Rev. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to friends, extended family, church members, and Steves fellow clergy for their support during this difficult time.Steve will be remembered for being a deeply spiritual person, gifted and compassionate pastor, devoted son, brother, and uncle, a loving husband and father, and a loyal friend. She was the widow of Reverend Denzil Ray Daniel, retired United Methodist Pastor. She was a dedicated servant and respected leader who tirelessly advanced youth, discipleship, and communications ministries on her local Districts and for the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church as a whole.Lieu was a devoted wife and mother whose love extended to adopt many, including members of her immediate and extended family who lived with her and David for a time. Ebert is survived by a son, Stephen D. Ebert and his wife, Andrea of Alexandria, Va.; two grandchildren, Aaron (Hope) and Stephani (William); and three great grandchildren, Ellewyn, Lilith and HarperThe family will receive friends on Thursday, December 1, 2022 from 12 to 1 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home in Winchester, Va. Myles E. Pierson, retired, passed away Feb. 9, 2022. The family would like to give a special thanks to Pam Wright, caregivers Donna Dalton and Rebecca Lilley, and the nurses, staff, and volunteers of Mountain Valley Hospice. Masks and social distancing will be required. Clyde W. Weaver, Jr., May 5, 2021The Rev. There will be a reception following the service at the church. Together they raised their family in Virginia and later settled in Arkansas. Rev. She had been a resident of the Hermitage at Cedarfield in Henrico County for 23 years. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. He served as the Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons in Virginia, Past Master of Lake Drummond Lodge No. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens in Rice, Va. at 2 p.m.Thank you to all the staff at Westminster for the care given to him over the last years, especially the staff of Heartford 6th Floor and Westminster Hospice.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. She retired as a pastor when Asbury Church was disbanded.Karen experienced several years of declining health before her death. During his tenure, Camp Highroad developed a year-round retreat center used by many groups. Ken was born on November 16, 1935, in Harrisonburg, VA., son to Raymond and Rebecca Whetzel. They have two daughters: Rebecca Ann Coulter and Mary Margaret Abramson. 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Betty had a wicked sharp wit and joyful spirit that she easily shared with everyone.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Prayer Shawl Ministry at the Chester United Methodist Church at 12132 Percival Street, Chester, Virginia, 23831.Condolences may be expressed at www.williamsfuneralhomeva.com. She was an active lifelong member of the United Methodist Church and held leadership positions in many community organizations. Source: https://memorial.oakeys.com/william-logan/5140676, Rev. She was a lifelong member of South Hill United Methodist Church and served in the choir, UMW, and teacher of the Alpha Bible Class for almost 50 years. Reservations may be made for the memorial service by calling MUMC at 757-397-1297. Jeanette Combs, widow of the Rev. Read Harrisonburg Daily News Record Newspaper Archives, Dec 31, 2004, p. 56 with family history and genealogy records from harrisonburg, virginia 1825-2023. We are sad to announce that on February 10, 2023, at the age of 48, Olivia Irene Orndorff of Harrisonburg, Virginia passed away. Appointments he served include Surry, Associate at Washington Street Petersburg, Cartersville, Burkeville, Waverly, Amelia, Woods, and Ocran. Born in Athens, Tennessee in 1941, David responded to our Lords call during summer camp. L. Gayle Thornberry, Mother, Wife, Grammie, Sissy, Friend, Pastor, received her heavenly reward and inheritance on Monday, June 14, 2021 at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.Gayle was born in Yuma, Arizona on September 19, 1956, a daughter of the late Charles and Wanda (Atkins) Martin.Pastor Thornberry received her Bachelors Degree from Duke Divinity University in 2004 and was awarded the Harry Denman Evangelism Award. He and Sharon had a special fondness for trips to visit Hilton Head, South Carolina. Her laughter and the joy of life that she brought wherever she was, became a blessing to all who knew her. Family and Friends were by her side when she drifted off to be with the Lord. During his tenure as a college professor, he led groups of students on countless outdoor pursuits and expeditions including rock climbing, whitewater rafting, camping, sea kayaking, and dog sledding. Her passion for the life-giving, life-renewing nature of the gospel led her to offer leadership to many organizations around the Commonwealth of Virginia, notably the Elizabeth Project, the Center for Women in Christian Leadership, and Friends of Incarcerated Women, working to call attention to issues affecting women and children. Mrs. Martin was born September 17, 1941, in Winchester, Virginia, daughter of the late Clarence Albert Lacy Sr. and Hilda Inez Jackson Lacy.She worked as an assistant manager for Virginia Apple Storage for over 30 years. Funeral information is not available at this time. Gil then became Director of Adult Ministries at the Conference offices in Richmond. The Rev. Frances Walton King, formerly of Gasburg, VA, born September 4, 1923, passed away October 16, 2022. The Rev. Her services will be held at a later date by the direction of her family. He was surrounded by the loving presence of his immediate family in a private home. William Albert Jester (Katie Curry Kay Loflin Jester), 86, of Roanoke, died on Friday, July 22, 2022 at her residence. Mike served on many district and conference committees and boards within the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church including as President of the Association of Local Pastors and Associate Members. 73 Broad St, Pr. He was co-founder of IDIAS, a technical high school. Survivors include his wife, Julia Gattis Smith, Christian Educator and author of numerous books and articles related to Christian education for children; a daughter, Sally Smith Scott (Steve), Director of Research at Association on Higher Education and Disability; a son, David Neel Smith (Candace), professor of Classics at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA; and four granddaughters, Laura Scott (Ben Goodsell), Lisa Scott, Sarah-Neel Smith (John Cardellino), and Annecca Smith (Patrick Scully), and a sister, Frances Smith Olson (Ed). She enjoyed serving as Organist at Whitten Funeral Homes, Inc., in Lynchburg, for four years; and at Nash & Slaw Funeral Home in King George, Virginia, for eight years; and was a substitute organist for Oakeys East Chapel in Roanoke since 2011.Her life was one of encouragement to her husband and soul mate. Jack Milliner who served as pastor to Eastern Shore District churches -Melfa, St. Thomas, Guilford and Bloxom. Judith F. Bennett, February 26, 2022Judith Ann Bennett, 87, of Shelton, CT passed into the nearer presence of God on February 26th, 2022. During his years of serving churches he performed many baptisms, both on infants and in more non-traditional locations, such as hospitals or even the Rappahannock River. Tangeman was born in 1924 in Indianapolis, Indiana, son of the late Arthur and Nellie Tangeman. 96 Salem, Danville District. Online guestbook is available at affinityfuneralservice.com. Sharon was a lifelong learner, a sensitive woman of deep spirituality, an advocate for acceptance of all people beyond all barriers and hurdles, a good listener and friend to many. Moon, IV; and David A. 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. That never changed and he fulfilled that call faithfully to the end. She met and married the love of her life, William Thomas Roberts, in 1939. Her family will treasure her memory. After their wedding in 2005 and finishing a degree in communications and US History at Saginaw Valley State University and Delta College. Virginia Obituary and Death Records Jan 1, 1800 - 1992 at . We had our first Saunders Beach Week in 1995 and we have had a great turnout every year.Upon retirement, she and Bill enjoyed living in Williamsburg, Va. and Raleigh, N.C., before settling in Marion, N.C. in 2009. In 1997, he started a Safety Firearms Class for concealed weapons for the state of North Carolina. Box 702, Connellsville, PA 15425. Words cannot express our deepest gratitude to Pam Wright and to the nurses, social workers, and staff of Mountain Valley Hospice for their kindness and exceptional care. Edward Pruitt will be held at 2 PM on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Asbury Cemetery in McKenney, VA where she will be laid to rest beside her precious daughter, Melanie.A memorial service to celebrate Bonnies life, officiated by Rev. Smith. Mrs. Roberta Dorothy (Hoag, Williams) Painter, March 15, 2020Mrs. Roberta Dorothy (Hoag, Williams) Painter was born on April 17, 1928, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- great grandmother, friend, and neighbor passed away appropriately on her favorite day of the week, Sunday, March 15, 2020. Online condolences may be sent through our websitewww.crowderhitecrews.com. They traveled in RV comfort for many years, eventually spending their winters at Venture Out on Cudjoe Key, Florida. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Henry M. and Margaret Ulrey Chambers. Also survived by four grandchildren Lauren DeVol, James DeVol, Sarah DeVol, and Michael DeVol She was predeceased by three siblings and their spouses, Robert Mueller (Arvillous), Edward Miller (Virginia), and Carol Kreyssig (Robert); and her beloved dog, Jingo.She attended Baldwin Wallace College in Berea, OH and American University in Washington, DC before earning her Doctorate in Theology from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC.Her accomplished career included being a schoolteacher, scientific editor for the American Association for the Advancement of Science, writer of the Small Talk column in The Springfield Independent, and a marriage counselor as well as serving as Associate Pastor at Clarendon United Methodist Church in Arlington, VA and Pastor at St. Andrews United Methodist Church in Alexandria, VA. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends; and singing, biking, reading, writing, walking and communing with nature.A memorial service will be held at a later date.