David McGee Taylor
Oct 25, 2025
David McGee Taylor, 63, of Earlysville, left this world on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born on July 15, 1962. David was the son of the late Irving Green Taylor and Pauline Nichols Taylor.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Taylor, and sisters, Karen Johnston and Janet Ennis.
Left to cherish his memory...
Kenneth Dale Faulknier
Oct 14, 2025
Kenneth Dale Faulknier, 72, passed away suddenly on October 14, 2025, after a brief illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Ellen Faulknier. Missing his brother Gordon, Kenny joined him way to soon.
Kenny is survived by his heartbroken siblings: Joyce Lakos, Minnie (Mike) Ferrell, Mary Langston, Charles (Karen), Johnny (Patricia), and Sidney (Debbie).
Many nieces and nephews have...
Curtis Gene Thacker
Oct 12, 2025
Curtis Gene Thacker, age 79, of Earlysville, VA passed away early Sunday morning, October 12, 2025. He was born March 16,1946 of Charlottesville, VA, to the late Curtis and Minnie Thacker. He was preceded in death by his brother Thomas Thacker.
Gene, lovingly known as Shorty, is survived by his loving wife Charlotte Thacker of 33 years; daughter Theresa (Terry) Martin;...
Joyce Lee Moses
Oct 1, 2025
Joyce Lee Moses passed away aged 80 in Charlottesville, VA, on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025. Born June 4th, 1945, in Charlottesville, VA, to parents William Johnson and Altie Morris.
She attended Orange County High School and was a member of the Moose Lodge. She loved the garden at her apartment and feeding all of the stray animals she could; oftentimes adopting...
Hester Margina Lamb
Sep 25, 2025
Hester Margina Lamb, 85, of Standardsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home on September 25, 2025, surrounded by loved ones and in the presence of the Lord. Hester was born February 2, 1940, to Enoch Roach & Gracie Pearl Shifflett Roach of Standardville, Virginia.
Hester was a member of the Wolftown Pentecostal church in Madison, Virginia.
She was preceded in death...
Gilbert Walter Stephens
Sep 22, 2025
Gilbert Walter Stephens, 80, of Scottsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, after a long battle with lung cancer. Born on May 31, 1945, Gilbert was the son of the late Walter G. and Mabel C. Stephens.
He is survived by his son, W.C. Stephens (Shelley); granddaughter, Cayla Walker (Brandon); and great-granddaughter, Lindsey. Gilbert...
Donald Neve Shifflett
Sep 20, 2025
Donald Neve Shifflett, 71, of Dyke, Virginia, peacefully began his journey to his forever home on September 20, 2025, at his residence in Greene County, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on October 6, 1953, in Charlottesville, the son of Charlotte Shifflett Perry and the late Frederick “Fred” Neve Shifflett.
Donald retired from the City of Charlottesville after 33...
Shirley Baugher Butler
Sep 10, 2025
Shirley Baugher Butler, 78, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on September 10, 2025, at her home nestled in the heart of Greene County. A steadfast figure in the lives of those who knew her, she will be profoundly missed by many.
Born on February 16, 1947, in the close-knit community of Stanardsville, Shirley grew up surrounded by family and friends...
Luther Herman Breeden, III
Sep 4, 2025
Luther "Hook" Herman Breeden, III, 64, of Greene County, VA, went to rest on Thursday, September 4th, 2025, surrounded by his closest friends and family.
Luther was born on January 28th, 1961, to his father, Luther Breeden Jr., and his mother, Dorothy Taylor Breeden. In addition to his parents, he lost a piece of his soul when he lost his son,...
John Wesley Roach
Sep 1, 2025
Johnny Wesley Roach, 88, of Gordonsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025. Born on May 6, 1937, Johnny was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend whose presence left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Johnny shared thirty wonderful years of marriage with his devoted wife, Patsy Shifflett Roach. Their life together was marked...
Enos Basil Powell
Aug 26, 2025
The family of Enos Basil Powell is sad to share the news that he passed away on August 26, 2025.
He was born to Enos and Lillian H. Powell in Charlottesville, Virginia, on November 26, 1938. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Glenn Powell and Gale Powell, and his son William “Billy” Edward Powell.
He lived with his parents and brothers...
Annette Goldie Freund
Aug 18, 2025
Annette “Peggy” Goldie Freund, a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and woman of deep faith, left this world to be with Jesus on August 18, 2025, at the age of 93, with her family by her side.
Peggy was born in Highlands, NJ, on September 30, 1931, and was the fifth of seven children. She grew up on the banks of...
Russell Delwood Morris
Aug 16, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Russell "Jr." D. Morris, a devoted husband, cherished father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and loyal friend, who passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, August 16th at the age of 88.
Born on July 11, 1937, in Charlottesville, Virginia, Russell...
Jesse Charles Norris
Aug 2, 2025
Jesse Charles Norris, 42, of Hood, VA, passed away on August 2, 2025, as a result of an automobile accident. He is in the arms of Jesus; may his memory always be a blessing to you.
Born on October 22, 1981, in Nashville, Tennessee, he never knew his dad. His mom passed away when he was a teenager, and he lived...
Michael Compton Collins
Jul 29, 2025
“He was in love with life and tried to leave the world and his family in a better place. He did his best to love everyone as well as all sentient creatures.”
Michael Compton Collins was born to JoAnn Wood and Bela Collins on October 16th, 1960. They lived in Charlottesville for a short while before moving to upstate New York,...
Brenda Lee Shifflett
Jul 20, 2025
Brenda Lee Shifflett, 65, wife of William Randolph "Randy" Shifflett, of Stanardsville, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at their home in Stanardsville, Virginia.
Brenda was born in Charlottesville, Virginia, on April 22, 1960, the daughter of the late Eugene Shifflett and Elizabeth Shifflett.
In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Randy,...
Lance O'Neil Baker
Jul 19, 2025
Mr. Lance O’Neil Baker peacefully departed this life on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Ruckersville, Virginia. He was born on February 13, 1979, to Pernell and Alison Baker.
Lance was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Lindsay “Jr.” and Jean Baker. He attended William Monroe High School in Greene County, Virginia, and was a member of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Barboursville,...
Helen Marie Morris
Jul 15, 2025
Helen Marie Morris, 80, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Born on September 30, 1944, in Greene County, Virginia, Helen was the beloved daughter of the late Herman and Haley Margaret Conley Shifflett. She was a woman of quiet strength, enduring love, and deep devotion to her family. Helen’s warmth, kindness, and unwavering...
Patsy Sue Curry
Jul 9, 2025
Patsy Sue Curry, 69, of Singers Glen, won her battle with cancer and moved to her heavenly home on July 9.
Her parents, Richard and Stella Wilt, welcomed her into the world on June 28, 1956. Patsy and her siblings, Roger (Joyce) and Sharon Dawson, grew up with their parents in Broadway, Va. After her father passed away, Patsy enjoyed spending...
Audrey Shifflett Pugh
Jul 5, 2025
Audrey Shifflett Pugh, affectionately known as Ethel, of Ruckersville, Virginia, died unexpectedly on July 5, 2025, at Martha Jefferson Hospital.
She was born on March 5, 1941, in Albemarle County to the late William Henry Shifflett and Altha Mae Lam Shifflett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Randolph E. Pugh, Sr; her brothers, Melivin,...

