Obituaries

Clarris May Shifflett

Clarris May Shifflett

Mar 12, 2016

Clarris May Shifflett, 83, of Stanardsville gained her wings on Saturday, March 12, 2016. She was born May 24, 1932 in Albemarle County, daughter of the late John and Blanche Shifflett. Clarris is survived by five daughters, Barbara Morris (Roger), Brenda Acosta (Cesar), Hazel Norris (Lewis, Jr.), Christine Eppard, Donna Rogers (David), one son, Dwayne Shifflett (Molly), three brothers; four...

Mary Kathryn Benzinger

Mary Kathryn Benzinger

Mar 12, 2016

Kathryn Benzinger passed away Saturday March 12, 2016 at her residence. She was born on December 9, 1916 in Arlington, VA to the late Thomas and Elsie Graham. She succumbed to a short-term case of old age. Despite opinions of those who knew her she was 99 years old. Mrs. Benzinger is survived by her 7 children, Tom Benzinger and...

Joseph Randolph Morris

Joseph Randolph Morris

Mar 9, 2016

Joseph Randolph Morris, 34, of Ruckersville, VA passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at his residence. He was born on August 5, 1981 in Charlottesville, VA to Bonnie Harlow Jones and the late Melvin Morris. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Jennifer Morris; his children, Justin Morris, Dakota Morris, Jeremiah Christian, Colt Davis, Carmen...

Paul Howard Roberts, Sr.

Paul Howard Roberts, Sr.

Feb 27, 2016

Paul Howard Roberts, Sr. Paul Howard Roberts, Sr., 51, of Ruckersville, VA passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at his residence. He was born on March 17, 1964 in Baltimore City, MD to the late John and Joyce Roberts and was later raised, cared for and loved by his other parents, Joan Bassler and the late Buddy Bassler. In...

Joyce Anne Robertson

Joyce Anne Robertson

Feb 27, 2016

Joyce Anne Robertson, 77, of Stanardsville, VA passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at her daughter’s residence. She was born on January 11, 1939 in Greene County to the late William and Vanetta Morris. She is survived by her children, Butch Robertson and his wife, Gracie and Debbie Lawson and her husband, Bill; two siblings, Sylvia Partain and Mary...

Joseph Gilbert Coyle

Joseph Gilbert Coyle

Feb 26, 2016

Joseph Gilbert Coyle, 73, of Ruckersville, VA passed away on Friday, February 26, 2016 at his residence. He was born on April 12, 1942 in Bronx, NY to the late Walter and Iris Coyle. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Helen Coyle; four children, Tina Settles, Daniel Coyle, Shane Coyle and Deanna Coyle; siblings, Naomi Spivack,...

William Beddows

William Beddows

Feb 16, 2016

William Thomas Beddows, 71, of Gordonsville, VA passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018 at the Center for Acute Hospice in Charlottesville. He was born on April 15, 1946 in Charlottesville, VA to the late Edward and Gladys Beddows. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Charlotte Ann Beddows; his children, Melissa Fielding, Darryl Beddows, Harry Thompson...

Maxine Mundie Shipp

Maxine Mundie Shipp

Feb 11, 2016

Maxine Mundie Shipp, 77, of Ruckersville, VA passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Martha Jefferson Hospital. She was born on August 20, 1938 in Virginia to the late Alexander and Bernice Shifflett. Mrs. Shipp retired from the University of Virginia in ITC with over 20 years of service. She is survived by her husband, William H. Shipp, Jr.;...

Ferdinand "Fred" Borrelli

Ferdinand "Fred" Borrelli

Feb 7, 2016

Ferdinand “Fred” Borrelli, 81, of Free Union, VA passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2016 at his residence. He was born on December 20, 1934 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Ettore and Mary Borrelli. Fred proudly served our country in the United States Army. He was a skilled craftsman who had an excellent talent in woodworking. He enjoyed taking...

Marie Early Burley

Marie Early Burley

Feb 7, 2016

Marie Early Burley, 79, of Barboursville, transitioned on Sunday, February 7, 2016 at her home. She was born on September 3, 1936 to David and Mamie Early. She was a lifelong member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Stanardsville, VA and was a self employed domestic worker for 61 years. She enjoyed yard and estate sales, her pets, and sports, mainly...

Anastasia Harrison

Anastasia Harrison

Feb 5, 2016

Anastasia Cossitt Harrison “the Grand Duchess,” left this world February 5, 2016, after a magisterial reign over Bon Air, Bluemont, Petersburg, the Outer Banks, Charlottesville and home again to Richmond. She was preceded in death by parents, Dick and Mary Cossitt. Anastasia leaves to mourn her loss a daughter, Anna Katherine Harrison and her fiancé, Jeremy Tooley; adored grandchildren, Sara,...

James "Buddy" Knight

James "Buddy" Knight

Feb 4, 2016

James Franklin “Buddy” Knight James Franklin “Buddy” Knight, 77, of Dyke, VA passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at Grace Health and Rehab of Greene County. He was born on October 3, 1938 in Dyke, VA to the late James Clyde Knight and Matilda Williams Knight. Buddy was a lifetime member of Dyke Fire Department, retired from the City...

Barbara Frazier

Barbara Frazier

Jan 28, 2016

Barbara Ann Frazier March 28, 1952 ~ January 28, 2016 The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M.- 12:00 P.M. Monday, February 1, 2016 at the Ryan Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 P.M. Monday, February 1, 2016 at the Ryan Funeral Home with Deacon Donald Sisk officiating. Interment will follow Graham Cemetery.

George Robert Miyagawa

George Robert Miyagawa

Jan 23, 2016

George Robert (Bob) Miyagawa went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 23, 2016. He was born on July 30, 1932 to George Yoshio and Myra Nielsen Miyagawa in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Bob is survived by his wife, Bonny Miyagawa; his older brother James Miyagawa and wife Betty; his son John Miyagawa; his daughter Kay Miyagawa Ennis and husband...

Lorene Baugher

Lorene Baugher

Jan 22, 2016

Lorene May Baugher, 92, of Stanardsville passed away Friday, January 22, 2016 at Grace Health and Rehab. Lorene was born May 19, 1923 , daughter of the late Samuel and Anna Miller May. She was the second daughter in the family and her father, wanting a son, gave her the interesting nickname of “Bill,” which many family members and friends...

Kenneth Clifford Collier

Kenneth Clifford Collier

Jan 20, 2016

Kenneth Clifford Collier, 47, of Ruckersville, VA passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at his residence. He was born on December 27, 1968 in Falls Church, VA to the late John and Jeanne Collier. He is survived by his brothers, Scott and George Collier and numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, family and friends. Services for Mr. Collier will be private....

Robert Paul Freund, Sr.

Robert Paul Freund, Sr.

Jan 18, 2016

Robert Paul Freund, Sr. Robert Paul Freund, Sr., 86, of Ruckersville, VA passed away peacefully on Monday, January 18, 2016 at the Hospice House of Charlottesville. He was born on April 2, 1929 in Guttenberg, NJ to the late Peter and Elizabeth Freund. Mr. Freund was a very loving husband, devoted father and cherished grandfather who will be deeply missed....

Robert Adam Aszbach

Robert Adam Aszbach

Jan 17, 2016

Robert Adam Aszbach Robert Adam Aszbach, 76, of Ruckersville, VA was welcomed into the kingdom of heaven on January 17, 2016. Born February 13, 1938 in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Adam and Helen Aszbach. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine (Gerry); daughter Julene and husband Todd; daughter Barb; grandchildren, Jesse, Meghan, Cody and Shelby....

Marilyn Diane LaPierre Kirk

Marilyn Diane LaPierre Kirk

Jan 15, 2016

Marilyn Diane LaPierre Kirk Marilyn, 83, of Ruckersville, VA passed away peacefully on Friday, January 15, 2016. She was born on October 18, 1932 in New York to the late Clifton and Marion La Pierre. She is survived by her daughter, Patti Honaski and her husband, Gary; and three grandchildren, Stephanie, Christie and Erik. A luncheon will be held on...

Kathleen Watson Harlow

Kathleen Watson Harlow

Jan 13, 2016

Kathleen Watson Harlow, 66, of Quinque, VA went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at her residence. She was born on February 10, 1949 in Washington, DC to the late James B. Watson and Anna Winners Watson. Mrs. Harlow retired from Comdial after 30 years of service. She had a deep love for her family and...