Donald Wayne Watson
Jan 17, 2026
Donald Wayne Watson, 81, of Ruckersville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 17, 2026. He passed peacefully at Martha Jefferson Hospital, surrounded by his family.
Born on November 3rd, 1944, in Charlottesville, he was the son of the late Eunice Bryant and her husband George Bryant, who raised him as his own.
He was preceded in death by his...
Dean Alan Leiby
Jan 10, 2026
Dean Alan Leiby, 70, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away peacefully in his home on January 10, 2026. He was born on April 20, 1955, in Akron, Ohio, to Lloyd and Helen Grace Leiby, both of whom preceded him in death. Dean was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his sons, Damian Alan Leiby and...
Macy Virginia Geer
Jan 10, 2026
Macy Virginia Geer, 88, of Stanardsville, Virginia, joined our loving Savior on January 10, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1937, to the late Eddie and Sarah Breeden. She is survived by her loving nieces and nephew who were like her children; Janice Irene Marshall (Randolph), Cissy Adams (Cliff), and Milton Southard (Barbara); as well as great nieces and...
Jessica Nicole Riner Walton
Jan 9, 2026
Jessica Nicole Riner Walton, 45, of Stanardsville, Virginia, went home to be with her heavenly Father on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Born on November 22, 1980, in Charlottesville, she was the daughter of Ronald Wayne Riner and the late June Shifflet.
In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her husband, Michael Scott Walton.
Jessica leaves behind her loving boyfriend...
Jurine Morris Hensley
Jan 5, 2026
Jurine Morris Hensley, age 79, passed away on January 5, 2026, at The Blake Memory Care Facility. Jurine was born on August 7, 1946, to the late Earman Lee and Freddie Mae Morris in Greene County. Jurine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be remembered for her kindness, patience, and warm sense of humor (unless you...
Ann Virginia Powell Watson
Jan 5, 2026
Ann Virginia Powell Watson, 81, of Ruckersville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 5, 2026, after fighting a long courageous battle with interstitial lung disease.
Ann was the daughter of the late Andrew Powell, Sr. (Pete) and Madeline Shifflett Powell.
She was baptized at an early age and had a strong relationship with God.
She was known for her...
Patrick David Miller
Jan 1, 2026
Patrick David Miller was born in Chattanooga, TN, on August 17, 1990, and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 1, 2026.
Patrick was a graduate of William Monroe High School, Class of 2008. In his senior year, he was crowned Homecoming and Prom King by his peers. Patrick participated in the Student Ambassadors program and went...
Noah Washington Roach
Jan 1, 2026
Noah Washington Roach, 77, of Barboursville, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1948, in Albemarle County to the late Ray and Mary Ann Shifflett Roach.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Pat Roach.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving companion of 44 years, Betty May Riley;...
Carolyn Ella Hodge
Dec 30, 2025
Carolyn Ella (Deane) Hodge, age 74, of Ruckersville, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2025.
Carolyn was born on March 5, 1951, in Charlottesville, Virginia, to the late Thomas Edward Deane and Margaret Louise (Lamb) McDaniel. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dewey Hodge; her sister, Brenda Adkins; and her brother, Warren...
Randall Mark Klemptner
Dec 27, 2025
Randy Klemptner, aka “Daddyman,” slipped the surely bonds of earth to dance the skies on laughter-silvered wings on Saturday, December 27th, his body no longer in pain and struggling to breathe.
He was born on April 1, 1958, and could not have had a more appropriate birthday. He would pause anytime someone asked his birthday, which was often lately as we...
Gideon Pete Serbu
Dec 27, 2025
Gideon Pete Serbu passed away on December 27, 2025. He was born in Lorain, Ohio, on August 24, 1925. Pete was a scientist, an inventor, a handyman of all sorts, a Potomac River boatman, and a lover of flight. His love and commitment to his family were deep and strong. He lived his century in service to our country and...
David Lee Arrington
Dec 21, 2025
David Lee Arrington passed away on December 21, 2025, at Greene Acres Nursing Home.
David was born December 18, 1958, to the late Willie and Joyce Arrington.
David was a mechanic by trade and loved to tinker with small engines and fix numerous things. He was a lifelong NASCAR fan and also loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by Gloria...
Murble Jean Baker
Dec 21, 2025
Murble Jean Baker transitioned to her heavenly home on Sunday, December 21, 2025. “Jean,” as she was known, was surrounded by her family. Jean was born April 21, 1938, to the Late Roy and Ida Buckner Jackson in Greene County.
Jean attended the Greene County public schools. In 1957, Jean married her husband, Lindsay Junior Baker. This would be a relationship...
Ruby Shifflett Powell
Dec 20, 2025
Ruby Shifflett Powell, 84, of Greene County, died peacefully on December 20, 2025, at the Cedars Nursing Home. Ruby was born on May 12, 1941, the daughter of the late Russell Shifflett and Caroline Conley Shifflett.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thaddeus Powell; her daughter, Crystal Michelle Powell; and her siblings, Amos Shifflett...
Georgie Laverne Shiflett
Dec 17, 2025
Georgie Laverne Shiflett, age 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Born on April 22, 1934, to Henry and Iva Roach of Free Union, Virginia, Georgie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be remembered for her kindness, patience, and warm sense of humor. Georgie loved her...
Diane Enright Van Trees
Dec 16, 2025
Once upon a time, a pretty young girl went to West Point and met a handsome young man; she was so smitten to spend June week getting to know him better. Sadly, the smart cadet, who was number one in his class of 1952, failed to bring his raincoat to a football game, so he spent most of June week...
Dewey Ollie Shifflett
Dec 15, 2025
Dewey Ollie Shifflett, (85), of Dyke went home to be with Jesus on December 15, 2025. He was born on August 2,1940 to the late Zettie and Sarah Roach Shifflett. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Dorcas Ann Shifflett; twin daughters Sharon Campbell (Jeff) and Karen Marshall (Randall); his grandchildren, Jessica Kenty (Brandon), Austin Marshall (Erin),...
Jack Lee Raines
Dec 14, 2025
Jack Lee Raines, retired Chief Petty Officer, passed away peacefully after a short illness in Sentara Hospital in Charlottesville, VA, on Sunday evening, December 14th. He was born to Robert Raines and Jean Faye Thornberry (nee Huffman) on February 23, 1937, in Chester, WV. He joined the Navy after graduating from Chester High School in 1955. He served in San...
Stephen Carl Perfater
Dec 11, 2025
The family of Stephen Carl Perfater of Barboursville, Virginia, is saddened to announce his passing on Thursday, December 11th, 2025. He joins his wife of 54 years, Mary Dean Perfater, who passed on July 7, 2022.Steve, 77, was born in Roanoke, Virginia, in 1948 to Carl and Valmer Perfater. He spent his childhood years in Richmond with his twin brother,...
Paul Garth Hinz
Dec 9, 2025
Paul “Garth” Hinz, a man known for his boundless kindness, quick smile, and generous heart, passed away on December 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to those he cherished. To all who knew him, Garth was more than family or friend—he was a steady presence, a source of comfort, and a reminder of what...
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