Obituaries

Shirley Temple Smith, a beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, at the age of 88.  Born on August 16, 1936, in Raven, Virginia, Shirley was a beacon of warmth and kindness to all who knew her. Shirley...

March 19, 1952 – November 28, 2024 John Wendell Martin, Ph.D., age 72, died peacefully at home on Thanksgiving Day. He had a happy, grateful heart and would have found resonance in the date. John lived life eternally thankful for a loving wife, family, and friends; a...

1939-2024 Mary Irene Kiger Burris, 85, went to be with her Lord & Savior on 26 November 2024 surrounded by love after a brave battle with lung cancer. She was born at home in Perry Township, Greene County, PA to Ava Muriel and Okle Oren Kiger. In 1956, she married...

 Rita E. Van Driest, 72, of Chester, Virginia passed away on November 25, 2024, surrounded by family. Born on June 7, 1952, in Germany, Rita was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. She dedicated her life to family. An avid bowler and crafter, Rita found the...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband and grandfather, Charles T. Camden, who was affectionately known by his family as Poppy. He departed this world on November 14, 2024 at the age of 75, peacefully at his home and...

Patrick “Pat” Joseph Mooney, 67 of Midlothian Va. passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8th 2024 of unexpected sudden illness. Born in Long Island, N.Y. on September 17, 1957. Patrick is preceded in death by his loving parents, Thomas and Claire Mooney and sister...

Bumpass, VA. Linda F. Nuckols passed away on Thursday, 11/14/2024 at the age of 71, married to Robert L. Nuckols, Jr. for 53 great years. She is also survived by a son, William Travis Nuckols (Dana Nuckols) and their two sons Trevor Nuckols and Tyler Nuckols of...

May 27, 1958 – November 6, 2024 Karen Lee Tefelski, 66, of Ashland, passed away in her sleep on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Marie Crooks (Tefelski/Christian), and her father...

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stacey Thornton, a loving mother, wife, sister, and grandmother, who departed this life on November 4, 2024 at the age of 47. Unfortunately, her journey on earth ended after a good fight,...

Bruce H. Ledford, 71, of Sandston, VA went to be with the lord on October 28th, 2024. He was born March 12th, 1953, to Dudley and Lou Ledford. He is predeceased by his parents. Bruce is survived by his wife, Linda, Children, Jason (Morgan), Justin (Bri), Joy (Scott),...

Ruth Mosley Thompson (Granny), 104, went home to be with her Lord on November 1, 2024. Born on April 26, 1920, Ruth lived a life rich in faith, grace, and devotion. Known for her unwavering love of God, she touched the lives of all who knew her, offering wisdom,...

Margaret Ann Kloss, 86, born on November 4, 1937, to Charlie and Rhoda Steele, passed away peacefully in her home on October 18, 2024.  She was one of eight children.  She is predeceased by her parents, 6 of her siblings, and her son David Falls. She is survived by...