Rebecca Lawson
Mar 7, 2026
Rebecca Riner Lawson, affectionately known to most as Becky, 61, of Harrisonburg, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. She was born on November 28, 1964.
Becky was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Thomas, and her son, Justin Michael Lawson.
Becky is survived by her children, Jeffery Lawson, Andrew Birckhead, and Haley Powell; grandchildren, Christian...
Frances Temple Doniel
Mar 4, 2026
Frances Temple Doniel, 88, of Charlottesville, passed away peacefully at English Meadows Senior Living in Crozet on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Born December 13, 1937, in Waynesboro, she attended Lane High School, Piedmont Virginia Community College, and Mary Baldwin Business College. From 1978 to 2003, she was a member of the human resources staff at Farmington Country Club. She was a...
James Henry Lamb
Mar 4, 2026
James Henry Lamb, 81, of Charlottesville, VA, passed quietly away on March 4, 2026, at Cedars Nursing Home. He was born on September 12, 1944, and raised in Greene County. He was the son of the late Henry and Hazel Lamb. He loved the mountains where he grew up.
James was preceded in death by his brothers, Willie and Malcolm Lamb,...
Everette "Bill" Roach
Feb 19, 2026
Everette “Bill” Roach, went to be with our Lord on February 19th, 2026.
Bill was born on September 24th, 1936, the son of the late Tallie A. Roach and Virgie M. Roach.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Liz Roach.
A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 am February 21st, 2026, at Evergreen Church Cemetery.
The family would like...
Royal-King Thomas Fortune
Feb 18, 2026
In loving memory of Royal-King Thomas Fortune, born January 16, 2026, in Charlottesville, Virginia, and called home February 18, 2026. Beloved son of Thomas Fortune and Tyasia Jones, cherished brother of Amari King Thomas Fortune and Tyonna Chyelle Jones. Adored grandson of Larry and Diane Fortune (paternal), Cameilli Williams (Matthew), James Jones (Priscilla), and Dory McIntosh (maternal). Great-grandson of Vera...
Walter Jesse Nimmo, Jr.
Feb 14, 2026
Walter Jesse Nimmo, Jr., went to be with our Lord on February 14, 2026. He was born on August 13, 1947, the son of the late Walter Jesse Nimmo, Sr., and Mary Naylor Nimmo.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Marie Shifflett, and a baby granddaughter, Tyler Montgomery.
He is survived by his loving wife...
John Lee Capelle
Feb 10, 2026
John Lee Capelle, 80, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026.
Born September 28, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, John built a life defined by intellect, generosity, and quiet determination. He earned a degree in Mathematics from Morehead State University in Kentucky, launching a career that began as a U.S. Air Force civilian employee at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base....
James Harold Shifflett
Feb 8, 2026
James Harold Shifflett, lovingly known as “Uncle Jimmy” or “Papa Jimmy,” passed away on February 8, 2026, at home, surrounded by his family. A lifelong mountain man, Jimmy found peace and joy on the land he called home.Jimmy loved playing the banjo, bringing music and joy to everyone around him. He cherished hunting season with his son and grandson, creating...
Frederick Evan Rogers
Feb 6, 2026
On Friday, February 6th, Frederick Evan Rogers Sr. was called home to be with our lord and Savior. He lived a life of honor, respect, and hard work. He worked 38 years at the Greene Hills golf course. In his free time, he loved tinkering with old cars and small engines. He loved to fish.
He was preceded in death by...
Betty Jean Jordan
Feb 5, 2026
Betty Jean "BJ" Jordan of Stanardsville, formerly of Esmont, affectionately known to her grandchildren as “Nonnie”, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 5, 2026. She was born on March 16, 1936, in Fairfax, Virginia, the daughter of the late Celastine Colbert.
She grew up and went to school in North Carolina and Virginia. She was preceded in death by her...
Jenny Lynne Schrader
Feb 1, 2026
Jenny Lynne Schrader, lovingly known as “Big Jen,” passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 37. Born on March 19, 1988, to John Leander Schrader and Barbara Hale Schrader, Jen’s life was a testament to resilience, strength, and a spirit that defied every limitation placed before her.
Jen reunited with her beloved father, John, who surely welcomed her...
Lucille Baugher Haney
Jan 31, 2026
Lucille Baugher Haney, 98, of Stanardsville, passed away January 31, 2026, at Greene Acres Rehabilitation and Nursing.
Lucille was born on October 2, 1927, in Greene County. She was the last surviving child of the late George Edgar and Della Orelia Walton Baugher.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin “Jack” Haney; her daughter Deloris...
Vassilios Hatzigeorgio
Jan 26, 2026
Vassilios Hatzigeorgio, also known as Bill Hedges, 82, of Charlottesville, Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Bill was born June 1, 1943, in the village of Menetes, on the island of Karpathos, Greece, to parents George “Hatzis” and Irene “Ero” Hatzigeorgiou. As a young boy, he migrated with his family to Montreal, Canada, in...
Newman Lee Taylor Jr.
Jan 25, 2026
Newman Lee Taylor Jr., known to family and friends as Jr, age 55, passed away on January 25, 2026, in Ruckersville, Virginia. He was born on August 10, 1970, in Charlottesville, Virginia.
He was born to Sheila Shifflett and the late Newman Lee Taylor Sr. Jr was a devoted son, husband, father, brother, and friend who was deeply loved by many.
He...
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...
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