Services. She loved poetry and published a small chapbook, Watermark. He received his Masters of Divinity from Wesley Theological Seminary. Tim Tate officiating. The Rev. She cherished family time at the beach or on a great roller coaster. Chaplain (Colonel) William A. Martin, U.S. Army (Retired), August 4, 2020Chaplain (Colonel) William A. Martin, U.S. Army, retired since 1997, finished his earthly journey and entered life eternal last night, Aug. 4, 2020. This introduced her to opportunities in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), and eventually led her to a career with Rush-Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center and later with Swedish Covenant Hospital, both in Chicago, Illinois.Along the way, Marys adventures took her to faraway places such as India and South Africa, where she was able to experience new and interesting cultures while sharing her passion for the ministry.After retirement, Mary returned to Virginia in 2010, where she spent her time engaged in golfing, gardening, and learning sign language while living at Ashby Ponds Community. Cemetery, Sheppards. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the Boy Scouts of Troop 46.The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Doctors T. Avery Gibbs, Daniel Reese, and James Dodd. In 2021, Alda relocated to Lee, NH to live with her daughter and grandchildren.Alda is remembered by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren as a thoughtful mentor who would often help to correlate a life experience to the teachings of the Bible. She was a faithful Christian and a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church.Evelyn was a devoted mother to her four boys and a loving wife to her husband, who heeded the call to ministry later in life. In retirement he served Parnassus and Grottoes, both in the Harrisonburg District.ObituaryThe Rev. Gordon Thomas Tom Brown Jr., 74, of Midlothian, Va., claimed the promise of the resurrection January 3, 2022. 08 Ret. Mr. Satterwhite enjoyed woodworking, repairing and collecting antique furniture, reading, and was a lover of gospel music. He was preceded in death by two sons, Robert Caldwell and Barry Caldwell; and one great-grandson. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com. She had been a resident of the Hermitage at Cedarfield in Henrico County for 23 years. Thomas Earl Jennings, of Locust Grove, VA, passed away on his 87th birthday, on May 17, 2021, in Reston, VA. Born in Richmond, VA in 1934, the Rev. Pastor Samson will be remembered for his welcoming spirit; treating all as friends with the respect, dignity, compassion, and kindness that characterized his entire life. If you would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers, the family suggests supporting any of the above mentioned churches in her honor.Condolences and Remembrances can be sent to Tammy McMahon, 151 Westchester Drive, Stephens City, VA 22655. The Rev. The Rev. Attending church was one of the things that she missed so much when Covid hit our community.Mamie loved her friends and family and they will miss her greatly.Graveside service was held, Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 2 p.m. in the Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery. Bridgewater, VA 22812 . She taught school in Campbell, Albemarle, and Rockingham County for 25 years.Stella enjoyed doing many things. 74 Conference Evangelist. She became a member of the World Organization of China Painters and was a certified teacher of porcelain painting. Interment will follow in Green Ridge memorial Park, Pennsville. Box 692, Vinton, VA 24179 or to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018. She was the surviving spouse of the Rev. Bob was born on July 11, 1942.Bob graduated from Tangier High School. The family welcomes members of the community to share their memories of Mrs. Steve began his ministerial career in 1997 at LaCrosse in the former Petersburg District. E. Howard Satterwhite, July 21, 2021The Rev. His enduring romance with her unfolded for decades, from the house he helped to build for their retirement to twilit dances in the Caribbean. He will be missed by all, but we find refuge in knowing he has eternal life with The Lord.Don is preceded in death by his wife Sylvia, his mother and father, many aunts and uncles, and his brother, Howard. He felt called to be a minister and devote his life to the church at the age of 12. 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. Rudy Tucker officiating. STAUNTON The co-owner of a Harrisonburg construction company is facing felony charges in Staunton and Augusta County after being accused of bilking two clients out of nearly $70,000, according to arrest reports. Smith was predeceased by his brother, C. Richard Smith. Larry liked to say, All of my Virginia appointments were within a ten mile radius of the Chesapeake Bay.After retiring in 2007, Larry moved back to Lancaster County of Virginia. Please keep his family in your prayers. The Rev. After a long fight with COVID-19, Dickie said his goodbyes to friends and family and was ready to meet Jesus the morning of March 9, 2021. Durkovich. He truly did not know a stranger, and his self-proclaimed nickname of Tall, Dark, & Handsome was an ice-breaker for many conversations even up to his final hospitalization.Combining his love of God with his love of people, he left everyone he met with a smile on their face and warmth in their heart. Nancy C. Johnson (Emmanuel UMC), passed away this morning in Portland, OR while in hospice care. 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. John Speight officiating will be held on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 1 p.m. at the Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Living Waters of the World, Memorial United Methodist Church, 631 N. Miles Street, Elizabethtown, KY. Condolences may be expressed at https://brownfuneral.com. Raymond Wrenn can be sent to his daughter: Cathy Kropat, 2322 Sawdust Rd, Vienna, VA 22181. She loved to travel and enabled many to experience the roots of their faith in Europe and the Holy Land. He was born on February 20, 1937, in Washington, DC. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. at the church.In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Smyth Animal Rescue; by mail at Smyth County Humane Society, Attn: Smyth Animal Rescue, 112 South Iron Street, Marion, Va. 24354 or online at www.smythanimalrescue.org.To share memories of Pastor Janet Farrow Grissett, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Together, they served in the Ministry of the Virginia United Methodist Church for 50 years, serving in churches all over the state of Virginia. 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. She was the Homemaker of the year while in High School and was the Employee of the Month while working at Northwestern Community Services. Wade Munford, January 24, 2022The Rev. Born August 4, 1959 on Tangier Island, VA, she was the daughter of the late Adrian Ewell Dise and Gladys Marie Bowden Dise.A matriarch, best friend, and confidant, Karen leaves to honor and celebrate her memory her husband of 44 years, Rev. Janet F. Grissett, November 4, 2021Janet Farrow Grissett, age 58, entered into eternal rest Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Smyth County Community Hospital, Marion, Va.Janet was an Elder in the United Methodist church and was the pastor of Grace and Greenwood United Methodist Churches in Marion. His father died 1 month short of Dick receiving his Eagle Scout status at the age of 13, breaking a connection at an early age but forging a new young man who was now in charge of helping himself, and his mother, survive lean times.As a young adult, Dick attended Purdue University and became involved in the Navy ROTC. Judy attended Portland State University, Portland, OR, studying English and Elementary Education, and Willamette University in Salem, OR, where she studied Philosophy and Religion. Maas was born in Endicott, New York on May 31, 1933, a son of the late Raymond and Caroline (Randall) Maas.Robert was a veteran of the United States Army.Surviving in addition to the mother of his sons, Bette Berlo of Staunton, are two sons, Matthew F. Maas and Daniel B. Maas, both of Staunton and two grandchildren, Adrian K. Maas and Michelle D.C. Maas.A memorial service was held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 in St. Pauls United Methodist Church by Darreld Russ Shoop, II.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Pauls United Methodist Church, 2000 Shutterlee Mill Road, Staunton, Virginia 24401.Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton in charge of his arrangements.Condolences may be expressed to the family online atwww.coffmanfuneralhome.net. Ken and Charlotte married on April 17, 1957, and had three children. He was a skilled fixer of barn roofs, stalls, fences, well pumps, leaking ponds, tractors, and just about anything that needed repair.Everything Dick connected with was done so with total passion and intentionality. Private . Josephine Snyder Obituary - Harrisonburg, VA Anne loved family gatherings, with Christmas being her favorite holiday. He worked with the Boy Scout troops of his sons, going on many camping and hiking events. Born in Salisbury, she was the daughter of the late Wade Hampton Insley Jr. and Evelyn Long Insley.She graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Johnson Funeral Service, Inc. | Bridgewater, VA James Danny Hinkle was adopted by James W. Willie and Helen Hinkle when Monroe Mack Crigger, Jr., age 56, of Harrisonburg, Virginia passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2023. Drew Colby, pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas. Before retirement, she worked in the admissions at UVA Hospital. Mrs. Frances Walton King, October 16, 2022Mrs. We celebrate her new life now residing with Jesus, as we know she had the best New Year ever.Services to be held at Williams Funeral Home, Lawrenceville, Virginia on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 3 p.m. with Rev. Elinor Dalton, 84, passed away on August 17, 2022. After completing course work at Old Dominion University, she added librarian credentials to her resume and worked as a Media Center Specialist (Librarian) until her retirement in 1994 from the York County Public School system.Marian was an active ministers wife and embraced each church congregation with enthusiasm. The Rev. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. The family moved to Lynchburg, Va., in 1942, where he grew up. In 1966, he and Catherine fell in love with the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. great-grandchildren Ella Ward; Emily Ward; D.J. He continued performing these activities in his retirement, he stepped into many pulpits to allow ministers to take vacations or leave of absence for family matters. Mrs. Anne S. Minnick, August 7, 2021April 4, 1934 August 7, 2021 Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Eleanor Greathead Shuffand Harold Mathews Shuff. Mrs. Phyllis Nuckols, February 27, 2021Phyllis Nuckols died on February 27, 2021, at the age of 86. She was born January 4, 1936 in Suffolk, VA to the late James Shepherd and Fannie Speight. James R. Driscoll (Katheryn) of Chesapeake, Va., Elizabeth Beech (Geoff) of Sydney, Australia, and Laura Crider (Jerry) of Mt. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 30, at Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Road, Richmond. They began their married lives together in Dayton, Ohio. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Mr. Haley was a member of Anderson Memorial United Methodist Church and retired from Dan River Mills after 31 years. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honor may be made to Wesley Theological Seminary. Comfort, IN; and a number of nieces, nephews, and friends.A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Rodes United Methodist Church, 286 Avon Road, Afton, VA with Rev. Grandchildren include Kellen Lee Breeden (Samantha), Glena Leigh DeHart, Amelia Ryan Wilkins, Alexander Payne (Jescah Thompson) and Allison Vicente Rodriguez. Marion is survived by her two sons, Douglas and David; her two grandchildren, Ashley and Jeremy and her great grandson, Cameron. She was predeceased by : her grandparents, Dayton and Olive Armentrout . The two shared a blessed marriage of 42 years together.In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Gary and Edward Petry.Lowell received a bachelors degree in religious studies at Saint Leo College in St. Leo, FL and later a masters degree in theology from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology of Virginia Union University. Herbert G. Hobbs, October 28, 2022The Rev. For many years, she worked as a teachers aide at Kegotank Elementary School, and most recently at Tangier Combined School, and was always the first to comfort her preschoolers when they were upset. He left Chase City to join two other ministers and attended the University of England for two years. Face masks are preferred and will be provided. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation made to: Grace United Methodist Church, 1705 Cox Road, Wilsons VA 23894. His parents and his younger siblings, the Rev. He also continued to serve in the Army Reserves for 25 years. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Exmore Baptist Church, 11624 Occohannock Road, Exmore, VA 23350.Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com, Mrs. Jacqueline Draper Blick Fuss, October 5, 2022Jacqueline Draper Blick Fuss, passed peacefully from this earth to heaven October 5, 2022. He retired from active ministry in 2002. Dr. Larry Adams, December 21, 2022Mollusk, VA Larry E Adams 78, of Mollusk passed away suddenly at his home on December 21, 2022.He was born on September 21, 1944 to the late Peyton and Nita Ray Adams. Clay obtained his PP and PhD degrees and became Chaplain serving business corporations.The Tuckers traveled all over the United States however called Houston, Texas home with their oldest daughter Lorket.He started baseball for children. He was born on June 13, 1936, and was the son of the late Russell and Eva Amos Worden.Richard was born and raised in the mountains of Appalachia in Pikeville, Ky. and graduated as valedictorian from Pikeville Academy. She and Ken married on April 17, 1957, and had three children.Known as Sally by her siblings, Charlotte always lit up a room. 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. He enjoyed taking conformation groups on exciting adventures from Lake Junaluska to the Washington D.C. National Cathedral. Ramsey was a member of the United Methodist Virginia Conference. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Aileen Mae Hogge; and a great-grandson, Ellett Gray Crump. 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. Linton Dunn Stables; mother, Katherine Gray Stables; brothers, Paul Stables, Linton Stables and William Stables and sisters, Elsie Houchens, Jessie Borden and Katherine Gray Stables. A complete listing of the many accolades and achievements that he received throughout his long and distinguished career in both the military and academia would be long. Sheaffer had a long association with Shenandoah University. At the time of her passing she was employed at Shady Grove UMC in Mechanicsville as Director of Communications. Amy Beth Coleman, Lead Pastor of Heritage UMC, Lynchburg, claimed the resurrection on Saturday morning, June 12, 2021. 65 Mt Pisgah. Donald A. Baird, January 2, 2021The Rev. Church, York PA (1995-1998) and Falmouth U.M. The family will receive friends at 10 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 9801 Fort King Road, Richmond, Virginia. Select boxes below to reduce the number of results. Today's obituaries. Alda is survived in the Netherlands by three sisters, Gerrie Roelofs, Anneke van Norel, and Elizabeth Teunissen; and one brother, Bor van Hartskamp.Alda is predeceased by her husband, Eldred, and her son, Albert Gunn of Millis, MA, who passed away in 2017.A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Dayton United Methodist Church in Dayton, VA, open to the community.Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Committee on Relief https://umcmission.org/give-to-umcor/ or Dayton United Methodist Church Building Fund, 215 Ashby St., Dayton, VA 22821.Johnson Funeral Service in Bridgewater, VA, is entrusted with arrangements. Mrs. Linda I. Hurlock, January 20, 2021SALISBURY, MD Linda Insley Hurlock died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, in the company of her two daughters. She was also extremely honored to have served as the Worthy Matron of Oriental Chapter No. Sue taught school while taking classes towards her bachelors degree which she obtained from George Mason College of U.Va. Get directions The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service and also with a reception in the church fellowship hall following the interment.Memorial contributions may be made to Smyrna United Methodist Church, C/O Marie Adams, Treasurer; 726 Fender Road, Farmville, VA 23901. Hill was born April 9, 1940, and served in The United Methodist Church for 42 years as a Pastor and District Superintendent. William Bill Albert Jester, whom she married March 15th, 1958. Dudley was gregarious, generous, funny, fair-minded, compassionate, he loved children, and he was a hard worker. Tangeman was born in 1924 in Indianapolis, Indiana, son of the late Arthur and Nellie Tangeman. 620 Simms Ave. Harrisonburg, Va. 22802. One sunny day, at the age of 13, Charlotte met the love of her life, Kenneth Whetzel of New Market, VA, when Ken, who was 15, and his father delivered bottled gas to her home. They made many lifelong friends there and began their family. Don was born in 1935 in Bridgewater, Virginia to Hubert and Mabel (Ripley) Shull. She married Jon Ross in 1971 and the couple had five children. Dr. William R. SHEALY, January 14, 2023Dr. 30 OES in Mathews. 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. During his time with the Navy, he worked as a nuclear engineer, illustrator draftsmen, and alongside NATO. Her laughter and the joy of life that she brought wherever she was, became a blessing to all who knew her. Burial will follow in Old Herman Methodist Cemetery.Those wishing to make memorial donations please consider Young Life of Central Virginia, PO Box 3543, Lynchburg, VA 24503 designated to Appomattox Youth or Hospice of Virginia, 202 Clark St, Farmville, VA 23901. Carrie Potts, the widow of the Rev. He was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church, a retired minister, and a U.S. Army World War II veteran. Alda was also stepmother to Eldreds three children from a prior marriage, Delia, Adele, and Timothy Gunn, and step-grandmother to their families.Alda earned a Master of Divinity from Duke University in 1989 and was ordained as a United Methodist Minister. Private interment will follow.Memorial donations may be made to Occohannock on the Bay, 9403 Camp Lane, Belle Haven, VA 23306, Eastern Shore Public Library Foundation, P.O. The Rev. She returned to Drew and earned a Doctorate in Sociology of Religion. Gerald is preceded in death by his parents Harold W. Miller, Sr. and Susan B. Miller; his brothers Harold W. Miller, Jr. (Joan), Richard Lee Dick Miller (Suzanne); and his nephew Rev. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. No funeral arrangements are currently available. Beighley sought to help others on their academic journeys. He was the husband of the late Martha Elizabeth Hawkins Crumb for 70 years. Later, after retiring from the Army, he received his PhD from UNC Chapel Hill. Dale E. Gillis, July 28, 2022The Rev. VA: 70 Student, Colgate. (Buddy) Forrest.She is survived by her children, Michael Ward (Violetta); Richard Ward; and Terry Haywood. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Weighted Angels, P.O. The Rev. The Rev. Steven D. Butch Parker Sr, November 11, 2022Born October 2, 1944, in Evington, VA the youngest son of John Lee and Beatrice Fay (Pribble) Parker died November 11, 2022, in Lynchburg, VARev. Mrs. Bernice B. Chattin, February 23, 2020CHATTIN, Mrs. Bernice Bryan, of Richmond, Virginia, died February 23, 2020, in her home at Westminster Canterbury. Sympathies may be sent to: PO Box 1105, 4643 Old Valley Pike, New Market, VA 22844-1105. He attended Tennessee Wesleyan College and Candler School of Theology at Emory University. Judith F. Bennett, February 26, 2022Judith Ann Bennett, 87, of Shelton, CT passed into the nearer presence of God on February 26th, 2022. They performed in churches throughout the Hudson Valley. Dr. Robert Stephen Miller.Gerald loved to golf, fish, and spend time with his loving family. He made connections with people (his family and friends), places (his worldly travels and his beloved community in Wilsons), and things (the zillions of inventions he created for family and throughout his career. Betty Lou Dove, 80 - Mar 21, 2020. , 68 - Mar 19, 2020. In Northern Virginia Stan capped his work career by lending his talents to many non-profit organizations, most often focusing on homeless needs and shelters.Stan and Joanne were long-time members of Dulin United Methodist Church, where Joanne became an Ordained Deacon. 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. Bill was an active leader for the Boy Scouts. 97 Retired. Condolencesmay be sent to: Rev. We are sad to announce that on February 10, 2023, at the age of 48, Olivia Irene Orndorff of Harrisonburg, Virginia passed away. She went on to serve Sherando-Lyndhurst, Centenary in Jarratt, the Orange Circuit, Mount Sinai in the Harrisonburg District, and Mount Pleasant in the Harrisonburg District. His mission in life was to serve God and share the love of Christ with others through service and ministry. 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She had a 50/50 chance at best with surgery and no chance to live without it. George died on July 12, 2019.Jean worked as a school teacher and was a full-time Methodist ministers wife playing the organ, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School serving wherever needed. They were married almost 60 years, and she cared for him at home for over 12 years during his illness with Parkinsons.Also preceding her in death were three brothers, Alger Holt, William Bill Holt, and Maurice Holt, all of Callaway; and three sisters, Audrey Holt Meador, Mary Holt Wimmer and Nancy Holt Setliff.Stella received an Associates Degree from Ferrum Jr. College, now Ferrum College, and later a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education from Lynchburg College, now Lynchburg University. Robert Leslie McIntyre was born on May 17, 1919 and passed away on August 7, 2020 and is under the care of Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home, Nashville, TN.For updates, please visithttps://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/nashville-tn/robert-mcintyre-9304696He served the Western New York Conference from 1956 to 1978 when he transferred to the Virignia Conference where he served the King William Charge and the William Watters Charge.