All Obituaries

Russell Charles Woolridge Staunton - Russell Charles Woolridge, 57, of Staunton, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at his residence. He was born on December 4, 1963 in Virginia to the late Russell O. Woolridge and the late Sandra Pultz Woolridge. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Robyn Lynn Woolridge; sister, Cathy Rexrode and Nephew, Carl Wiseman. Russell is survived by his loving wife Betty (Cricket) Woolridge; sons, Russell C....

John Douglas Haynes, 79, of Crimora, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2021 at his home. He was born in Charleston, West Virginia on December 2, 1941, the son of Cecil Dale Haynes, Sr. and Ruth Cavender Haynes. He was a 1959 graduate of Sissonville High School. In 2007 he retired as a truck driver with Rolling B Enterprises.  John was a member of Grottoes Church of Christ and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family, golfing and watching...

Charles Leroy Stephenson, Sr., 80, of Staunton, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 26, 2021 at his residence. He was born on September 4, 1940 in Augusta County to the late George E. Stephenson and the late Clydie Little Stephenson. He was a member of Calvary Assembly of God. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved playing music with his Country Bands in the 70’s and 80’s. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Troy Stephenson; step-daughter...

Evan McCue Howard-Berry, 28 of Fishersville departed this life on February 17, 2021.  Evan was born in Charlottesville, VA to Roger Howard and Penny Berry.  He attended Waynesboro High School, Ridgeview Christian School and graduated from Fishburne Military School.  He received his first degree from Blue Ridge Community College and was currently enrolled in Liberty University working towards a second degree in human resource and business. He was employed by Verizon...

              In Loving Memory Charles E. Hansen Born May 30, 1942 ~ Hurley, South Dakota Went to be with the Lord on February 15, 2021     Memorial Service 2:00 P.M., Saturday, February 20, 2021 Ridgeview Baptist Church 124 Ridgeview Drive, Stuarts Draft, Virginia 24477   Conducted by Pastor Don McClure ~~~ “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is...

Steve A. Stump, age 75, a longtime Waynesboro resident and respected businessman, passed away February 14, 2021 peacefully at his home following complications from a stroke. He owned and operated a family business that spanned three generations, Stumps Scrap Yard. His family and friends will always remember him as a very honest, loving, good humored man that could always make you laugh. He was born in Waynesboro, Va. on February 14, 1946, and was a 1964 graduate of Wilson Memorial High...

Joyce Coffey Fretwell, 78, of Stuarts Draft, widow of Tommy Fretwell, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021.  She was born in Augusta County on September 10, 1942, a daughter of the late Alfred and Tressia Coffey. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Julia Losh, Jane Hepler and Annia Belle Latsko and, her brothers, Grover Coffey and Scottie Coffey. Joyce is survived by her sister, Becky Stump; her brother, Billy (Renee) Coffey; her sisters-in-law,...

Fred Golden, Jr. Sunrise September 19, 1953 - Sunset February 13, 2021 Place Born - Alexandria, Virginia Fred was predeceased by parents Mr. Fred Golden and Mary Golden.  He leaves to cherish fond memories his Wife: Arlene Golden; Sisters: Patricia Wilkins (Earl Wilkins), Ellen Mills (Morris Mills); Brothers: Charles Golden, John Golden, Eddie Douglas (Julia Douglas); Daughters: Natasha Burton (LeRoy Burton), Bettina Dasilva (Shannon Dasilva), Laron Golden, Lakia Palmer,...

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James E. Smith of Fishersville, VA passed away February 10, 2021. Jim was born October 10, 1938 in Martinsville, VA, the son of Ed and Elizabeth Smith, both deceased. Jim thoroughly enjoyed surf and trout fishing, world travel, birdwatching, camping, golf and was a faithful follower of his Hokies. He wrote many humorous skits, poems and songs to perform with his banjo. Jim was a Martinsville High School 1956 alumni and graduated with a BS in Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute,...