Obituaries

Debra Mundie Snow

Debra Mundie Snow

Dec 9, 2025

Debra Mundie Snow, known to most as Debbie Jean, age 65, passed away on December 9, 2025, at UVA Hospital. She was born on May 29, 1960, in Albemarle County. She is the daughter of the late Curtis Mundie and Ruth Ann Mundie. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Debbie lived a life...

David Lee Curry

David Lee Curry

Nov 25, 2025

David Lee Curry, 72, of Harrisonburg, VA, went to meet his wife of 53 years, Patsy Sue Curry, in their heavenly home.

David was born May 20th, 1953, in Harrisonburg, VA, to his father, Walter Ray Curry, and his mother, Mary Agnus (Almond) Curry. He and Patsy met when she was thirteen, and he was

sixteen years old. They were married on...

Brandon Russell Morris

Brandon Russell Morris

Nov 24, 2025

Brandon Russell Morris, 39, of Greene County, Virginia, left this world far too soon on November 24, 2025. To those who loved him, Brandon was more than a son, a father, or a friend — he was a steady presence, a warm laugh, and a true piece of home.

Born with a love for the outdoors, Brandon found his greatest joy...

Steven Patrick Howe

Steven Patrick Howe

Nov 24, 2025

Steven Patrick Howe, 67, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 24, 2025.

He was born on October 21, 1958, in Washington, D.C., the son of the late Robert John Howe and Catharine Virginia Hessler Howe.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Dennis J. Howe.

Steve is survived by his loving wife of 36...

James Mervin Shifflett

James Mervin Shifflett

Nov 24, 2025

James Mervin Shifflett, 81, passed away peacefully on November 24th, 2025, at his place of residence. He was a devoted family man, a loyal friend, and an avid hunter who found joy and purpose in the outdoors. He cherished every moment spent in nature.

Mervin spent his entire life working in carpentry. He loved doing work with his hands, whether it...

Doris Jean Crawford

Doris Jean Crawford

Nov 22, 2025

Doris Jean Crawford, 68, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home on November 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 16, 1957, to Rozelia Snow Shifflett and the late Leabert Gordon Shifflett, Sr., Doris grew into a woman known for her quiet strength, deep devotion to her family, and the gentle, steady presence...

Helen Virginia Morris

Helen Virginia Morris

Nov 22, 2025

Helen Virginia Morris, 91, of Dyke, passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on May 9, 1934, the daughter of the late George Mitchell and Betty Frye Morris. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Helen lived a life defined by generosity, warmth, and simple joys.

Helen was preceded in death by...

Frankie Lane Gault, III

Frankie Lane Gault, III

Nov 21, 2025

Frankie Lane Gault, III, 16, went to rest on November 21, 2025. He was born on January 1, 2009, to Frankie Lane Gault, Jr, and Rene Terry.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Lucille Gault, Joseph M. Terry Sr., and Dorothy Terry, also by his step-grandmother, Linda Gault.

In addition to his parents, he leaves behind to cherish his memory...

Sandra Holder Sturch

Sandra Holder Sturch

Nov 14, 2025

On Friday, November 14, 2025, Sandra Holder Sturch left this life and entered eternal joy and peace in the presence of Jesus, her Beloved Savior. We mourn the loss of a loving mother and grandmother, devoted friend, and faithful servant of Christ; we celebrate with her the joyous reunion she is now having in Paradise.

Sandy was born in Chicago, Illinois,...

William Gregory Batten

William Gregory Batten

Nov 12, 2025

William Gregory Batten, known to most as Billy, age 67, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. In his own way, Billy finalized one last trip around the sun, celebrating his 67th and final birthday just three days earlier, born November 9, 1958.

Born and raised in Charlottesville, Virginia, Billy was the...

Bonnie Harlow Jones

Bonnie Harlow Jones

Nov 5, 2025

Bonnie Diane Harlow Jones, 66, of Stanardsville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. She was born on January 12, 1959, in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Arlene Harlow; her son, Joseph Morris; her sisters, Alice Abshire and Wanda Roach; and her brother, Malcolm Harlow.

She is survived by her loving husband, David Jones;...

David L. Showalter

David L. Showalter

Oct 31, 2025

David L. Showalter, Sr., 70, of Madison County, VA, went to sleep in death on Friday, October 31, 2025.

David “Davy Crockett” was born in Charlottesville, VA, on December 19, 1954, to the late James Milton Showalter and Audrey Showalter Reid. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Glenn Showalter and Larry Showalter.

David enlisted in...

David McGee Taylor

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...

Peter Lueders

Peter Lueders

Oct 23, 2025

Peter, “Pete”, Lueders, 89, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, to be reunited with his loving wife, Virginia, “Ginny”, Lueders, who passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Peter was born in New York to the late Albert and Louise Lueders.

Pete and Ginny are survived by their children; Paul Lueders (Kimberley), John Lueders (Cindy), Colleen Hynes...

Kenneth Dale Faulknier

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

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

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

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

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

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...