Basagic Funeral Homes. She and her sister, Garnette, published Gee Family Tree in 2001. During the last few years of her life, she endured a number of surgeries and a stroke with humor and grace, and found great comfort in keeping in touch with her sisters and her many friends by phone and online.Her favorite passage of scripture was from the 8thchapter of Romans: For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers,nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.Arrangements are incomplete. Rev. J. They both loved their home in Roanoke. Craig also served as pastor of First Congregational UCC in Midlothian for 6 years.In addition, Craig was a seasoned chaplain. The Rev. Jackson, Winchester, and Stephenson before retiring from Emmanuel United Methodist Church in 1987.Mr. Evelyn helped him tremendously with this transition and the new life it brought. In retirement years, she helped raise funds for Joe Gibbs Youth for Tomorrow program, Relay for Life of the American Cancer Society, and brought Christian music to local nursing homes and assisted living facilities through Hillcrest United Methodist Churchs Hillcrest singers. The Rev. Bill grew up in the Monticello Village neighborhood near Wards Corner. John was a life-long active member of St. James Episcopal Church.After obtaining a bachelors degree in Sociology from Norfolk State College, John began his professional career in 1970 as an outreach worker at the Wesley Center. Robert Eugene Maas, 88, of Staunton, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Kings Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton.The Rev. Judy is survived by her four children: Stephen Bennett, John Bennett, Joanna Bennett, and Jim Bennett, and their spouses, seven grandchildren, one great grandchild, and her beloved cat, Louie. He obtained his Professional Engineer license in 1971 and was a Certified Quality Engineer through the American Society for Quality Control. Harry L. Kidd. Please keep Chuck and his family in your prayers as they grieve this loss. For family and friends throughout the country, the service will be live-streamed on Youtube, and available to replay later at the following link:https://youtu.be/iK_m6SgkrpMPlease note the Pacific time zone, the service will be live at 2pm on the East Coast.ObituaryThe Rev. Clay obtained his PP and PhD degrees and became Chaplain serving business corporations.The Tuckers traveled all over the United States however called Houston, Texas home with their oldest daughter Lorket.He started baseball for children. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Rebecca Wobser Ramsey of Waycross; six children, Penny Cranford (Abraham) of Springfield, FL, Phillip Ramsey of Staunton, VA, Cathy Chaplin of Staunton, VA, Jeffrey Wayne Hege of Maryland, Lee Heil (Glen) of Summerfield, FL and Charity Elizabeth Taylor (Larry) of Ocala, FL; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; three sisters, Nancy Dill of Stuarts Draft, VA, Linda Miller (Bobby) of Kissimmee, FL, and Lois Snell (Victory) of Fishersville, VA; half brother, John Spencer Ramsey of Greenbolt, MD; half sister, Cindy Ramsey of Greenbolt, MD; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. In Zaire, he was a teacher, a builder, and a school principal. Search Harrisonburg obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. It was love at first sight when he spotted a flight attendant named Diane Lippard, and this flight between Chicago and Dallas became a connection of marriage and love that spanned 57 years on Earth and will continue until they are reunited. Franklins Mens Clothing Store and his mother taught mathematics at E.C. Charles served churches and two Kentucky Conference Districts as Superintendent. George E. King, November 5, 2021 The Rev. She became a member of the World Organization of China Painters and was a certified teacher of porcelain painting. Mrs. Vera Lee Critzer Thacker, July12, 2020Vera Lee Critzer Wade Thacker died peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 12, 2020. She is survived by her son, David A. Higgins, her daughter, Carol Y. Wray, two stepdaughters, Linda Barnett and Rena Kozden (Daryl), six grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and seven step great grandchildren. She was born in Henry County on September 11, 1927 to the late Virgil Estes Powell and Nellie Martin Powell. She was cremated on 17 August 2021.Karen is survived by her sister, Frances Ann Hudelson and husband David, nieces Jennifer Ellen (Hudelson) Holley (Charles) and Luanne (Hudelson) Popkin and husband Lawrence Palmer, grand-nieces Natasha Nicole Popkin and Madeline Kate Popkin, grand-nephews Steven Jay Popkin and Julian Prather Holley, numerous cousins and many friends.Plans for a memorial service are still pending. Rev. Travis Lee DeLoach, 70, of Greenbackville, VA passed away on December 11, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.He was born in Danville, VA on November 14, 1950 to the late James and Juanita (Starnes) DeLoach.Rev. Reverend Patricia Kelley will be officiating the service. She was passionate about causes pertaining to gender, racial and social justice, and the environment, and was a role model and mentor. He served for 20 years in the Belgian Congo (which became the Republic of Zaire) in Central Africa. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 12, at 3 p.m. at Corinth United Methodist Church at 23 W Williamsburg Rd, Sandston, VA 23150, with visitation at 2 p.m. All are welcome. Survived by Sisters, Lorraine and Janet. James A. Messner who died in 2016.A graduate of Shenandoah University in Winchester, VA, Linda worked as a registered nurse for various hospitals.Linda is survived by: three sons, Matthew, David (Tina), and Philip (Michele); three granddaughters, Marissa, Lara, and Skylar.There will be no public service. He will be missed by all, but we find refuge in knowing he has eternal life with The Lord.Don is preceded in death by his wife Sylvia, his mother and father, many aunts and uncles, and his brother, Howard. He also served as a Chaplain at Falcons Landing.In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two children, Rev. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.A visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. He began the R.O.C.K. He married the love of his life, Joyce Eleanor Cowham Johnson, on January 10, 1958, who resides at their home in Danville. Dale was always fond of the farm lifestyle, and loved visiting his extended familys nearby farm, where he developed a passion for growing vegetables, canning them, and witnessing their maple syrup production.In 1968, the Gillis family relocated to Richmond, VA, where Dale attended and graduated from Manchester High School in 1977. Burial with full military honors will be at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery in Radcliff, KY at a later date. The Rev. Camp Kentan provided activities and fellowship opportunities for disabled children and adults.Gil retired from the ministry to care for his wife Beth in 1975. She was preceded in death by two sons: William David and Arthur Frank McKenney.During her professional life, Linda worked as a librarian at the Welch Medical Library, Johns Hopkins University, and as an editor for the American Psychological Association (APA). Contact the church office at 804-798-7224 for information. The Rev. He served in the US Army, 1965 to 1967 stationed at Ton Son Nhut Air Base, Saigon, Vietnam.Rev. Jack Davis Pruitt, October 10, 2022The Rev. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, George, Sr. and Ruth Insley. VA: 75 Cheritn. Wise Spigner Moon, January 18, 2020Wise Spigner Moon, 95, died in Roanoke, Virginia, on January 18, 2020. Wagner; children, Jeffrey Keith Bandy; stepchildren, Richard Carey Wagner, Melanie Sue Wagner Ferris (Joey), and Gregory Allen Wagner (Darena); one grandson; four step-grandchildren; one step great-grandson; and many nieces and nephews.Mrs. With his wife, Dudley made a home first in Hampton, where their two children were born, and then in Williamsburg.Though the Tidewater and Williamsburg communities were never as tightly knit as his beloved Brunswick County, Dudley made friends wherever he went, exemplified the life of a good neighbor, and demonstrated a commitment to community service. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 7 at 3:00 P.M. at the South Hill United Methodist Church with interment to follow in Oakwood Cemetery. Information on services is not yet available. Raymond Elwood Pack, age 90 of Stuart, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2020, at the Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC. She and Glenn moved around the state of Virginia including the towns of Saluda (4-point charge), Cheriton (2-point charge), Purcellville, West Point, Smithfield, Alexandria Washington Farm, Hampton Aldersgate, Richmond Skipwith. Martha graduated from Tifton High School and attended Norman College and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Camp Highroad provided week-long residential programs during the summer for children and teenagers from Northern Virginia. She is survived by her husband, Rev. She was very a loved and adored, mother and grandmother, whose heart and smile would light up a room. Gregory Dean Pittman, August 16, 2022The Rev. Wearing masks is strongly encouraged. Louise B. Wagner of Vinton, Virginia, died on Sunday, October 18, 2020.Surviving to cherish her memory are her husband, R.C. Also survived by four grandchildren Lauren DeVol, James DeVol, Sarah DeVol, and Michael DeVol She was predeceased by three siblings and their spouses, Robert Mueller (Arvillous), Edward Miller (Virginia), and Carol Kreyssig (Robert); and her beloved dog, Jingo.She attended Baldwin Wallace College in Berea, OH and American University in Washington, DC before earning her Doctorate in Theology from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC.Her accomplished career included being a schoolteacher, scientific editor for the American Association for the Advancement of Science, writer of the Small Talk column in The Springfield Independent, and a marriage counselor as well as serving as Associate Pastor at Clarendon United Methodist Church in Arlington, VA and Pastor at St. Andrews United Methodist Church in Alexandria, VA. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends; and singing, biking, reading, writing, walking and communing with nature.A memorial service will be held at a later date. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Henry M. and Margaret Ulrey Chambers. During that same time he also served as the decades-long president of the Emporia-Greensville Recreation Association, where he spearheaded the design and ultimate creation of the Meherrin River Park Complex, and also as executive director of the Emporia-Greensville Airport Commission, where he helped bring in numerous grants and upgrades to the Emporia-Greensville Regional Airport. William A. Fisher was preceded in death by his daughter, Stacey Lynn Emery.In true Bill form, he will take his final ride in a Harley Davidson motorcycle hearse for internment at Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, VA. Due to COVID-19, services at this time will be private. She was a key caregiver for her grandchildren during their early years and they all looked forward to having their beloved Nan Nan come take care of them while their parents worked.Besides her great love for her grandchildren, Doris was a proficient knitter her whole life and more recently knitted baby caps for the Henrico Christmas Mother, plus for the infants of many family and friends. He is survived by his daughter, Sherry Otstot, and her husband, Charlie; two grandchildren, Adam Otstot and his wife, Tori, and Kate Crump and her husband, Scott; one great-granddaughter, Cassidy Otstot; and two great-grandsons, Sawyer Otstot and Grayson Crump. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Trevor Turner. 96 Salem, Danville District. Joe remained a Yankees fan his entire life. Her closest friends were Randall and Barbara Blankenship of Roanoke, VA, and Florida. Ed remained active as a Certified Mediator since his retirement from that position.Visitation will be Tuesday, November 9 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Heishman Funeral Home, 14116 South Middle Road, Edinburg, VA, 22824.A Service of Death and Resurrection will be held Wednesday, November 10 at 1:00 PM at Macedonia United Methodist Church, 1941 Macedonia Church Rd., White Post, VA, 22663. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Amy Louise Farr. From there he went to Annandale UMC as associate pastor and in 1966, he and his family went to Chile as missionaries. Gayle then came to Virginia in 2004 and became the Pastor at Crimora United Methodist Church. Mrs. Gwendolyn Ward Callis, October 3, 2021Gwendolyn Ward Callis went home to be with the Lord peacefully on October 3, 2021. In retirement he served Parnassus and Grottoes, both in the Harrisonburg District.ObituaryThe Rev. Norman H. Tucker and Annie Coleman Tucker. From 2006 to 2018, he was Community Spiritual Director in the Richmond Community. James was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty B. James; and second wife, Elouise O. James.He was a retired United Methodist minister and upon returning to Greensboro attended Muirs Chapel United Methodist Church. She was born on May 2, 1947, in Pittsburgh, PA to Eldon Carl Sneegas and Mary Lou Elliott Sneegas, and grew up in Topeka and Olathe, KS.She was educated in the Olathe Public Schools, began her undergraduate work at the University of Kansas, and received a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Library Science from the University of Maryland.She and her husband, William Reid McKenney (Mac), met in Washington, DCs Capitol Hill neighborhood, and were married on January 31, 1981. A memorial service will be held at a future date. He most recently served Ivey UMC in Colonial Heights, Va. and St. Lukes UMC in N. Chesterfield, Va. She was born on September 20, 1934, in Roanoke, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Troy and Louise Coffey, her husband, The Reverend Dr. Floyd J. Wingfield, Jr., and her son Allen Wade Wingfield. He was the son of the late Joseph Daniel and Carolyn Burruss Owen. She is survived by sisters Phyllis Hughitt and Barbara Bonner, and brother Ed Wilkins, and their extended families. Levi Stroud, officiating, and burial will follow in the churchs cemetery. Harry Byrd Jones, August 20, 2022The Rev. Visitation will be Monday, June 14, 6-8 p.m. at Robinson Funeral Home in Appomattox. Lieu was an educator with various positions in public schools as well as a Christian Educator in numerous churches. Cards of sympathy and condolences for Rev. She and Bill were married for 61 years and she traveled with him all over the world. Marion was a loving and caring ministers wife who would do anything for others. He proudly served on the USS Lexington, a battleship in the Pacific fleet, as a signalman on deck. Gilley is survived by his beautiful bride and life partner in service to the Lord for more than 66 years, Jean Catherine Hancock Gilley of the home.Prior to retirement from the Virginia United Methodist Conference, he served churches in Halifax County, Nokesville, VA and churches in the North Carolina Conference. Mrs. Mamie (Moss) Cheseldine, January 2, 2021July 2, 1934 ~ January 2, 2021 (age 86)Note: Mamie was the wife of the Rev. Dolores is preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. June Fravel Garber, 101, a resident of Harrisonburg passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023. A funeral service was held on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Hopewell United Methodist Church. He also served the Axton charge and Nolan Memorial in Hampton, VA, and Grottoes UMC, Mt. He also attended Charity Baptist Church until his health would not allow him to do so. Stan served for 10 years on the executive committees of the Annual Conferences in Zaire. She was a graduate of Mary Washington College and a member of Cave Spring United Methodist Church. The Rev. Joyce was the wife of the late Rev. Well done thy good and faithful servant.In addition to his parents, the Rev. During college, he played on the baseball team his first year and pledged the then-new chapter of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity.Working at the General Services Administration in Washington, D.C., after graduation, Dudley joined the College & Career group at Corkran Methodist Church in Temple Hills, MD, where he met his wife, Sharon Kaye Allender. He also attended Second Presbyterian Church, and most recently South Roanoke United Methodist Church. Randall Blankenship officiating.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family. Tirzah United Methodist Church in Timberlake, NC. A Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, March 13, 2020, 11 a.m., in the Cochrane room of Westminster Canterbury in Richmond. Linda Sneegas McKenney, September 22, 2020Linda Sneegas McKenney of Arlington, VA died on Tuesday, September 22, at Fairfax Hospital. He also had a passion for education and received numerous degrees throughout his lifetime. They would also like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Rose Hill Retirement Community and Hospice of the Carolina Foothills for their compassionate care and support.A graveside Celebration of Life service is planned for Saturday, April 1 at 11 a.m. at Kenbridge Heights Cemetery with luncheon immediately following. The Rev. Marian Kessler, January 10, 2023KESSLER, Marian Elizabeth Saunders, was born on October 8, 1931, on the farm of her parents, Clyde Raymond and Ruth Garner Gee Saunders, in Lunenburg County, Virginia.She attended Ferrum Junior College, where she met her life partner, WilliamBill Troy Kessler. Wadsworth was preceded in death by his brothers, Otis Leo Dick, Robert Fid, and James, and his stepmother Myrtle Mae Toler Wadsworth.Friends may call at the Jones Funeral Home Wednesday, July 15, and Thursday, July 16, 2020, from 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Sue was very creative, she enjoyed redecorating each new parsonage to turn it into a lovely home. Bonnie A. Reiss, November 17, 2022Word has been received that the Rev. He is survived by his wife, Mary Kathryn Turkington, of the home, and four children, eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation to be held one hour prior to the service. She was a daughter of the late Dewey A. Holt and Elizabeth (Betsy) Mullins Holt of Callaway, Va. On Aug. 25, 1950, she married Rev. He was a retired United Methodist pastor. She was born February 15, 1924, in Washington D.C. and lived the last fourteen years in Chatham, VA.Jacqueline is survived by her 3 children, Gerald Fuss Sr. Chesterfield, Christopher Fuss (Carolyn) of Charlottesville, Deborah Wagner (James) of Chatham. her nephew Jonathan Tieszen and wife Julie and their children Anna and Claire of Harrisonburg, Virginia, her stepsons Shon Rakestraw of El Dorado and Chris Rakestraw and wife Janna of Mulberry, Kansas; step-granddaughter Danielle Mulky of Lamar, Missouri and step-grandson Shon . Deborah Ellen Lewis and her husband Roger Woodson Sherman and stepson Blair Philip Sherman of Charlottesville, VA; and his sonDavid Brian Lewis and his wife Amy Lynn Koeppen Lewisof Sarasota, FL. Clay served the United Methodist Church first in Rocky Mount, Virginia, second in Newport, later moving to Daleville, Forest and Chase City, Virginia. She graduated from Mary Washington College and worked at Mick or Mack Store, the Mary Baldwin College Bookstore and Fairfax Virginia Public School Libraries.She shared her big heart and love for everyone she encountered, was the kind of neighbor you always wanted to have and will be missed by everyone whose life she touched.A service of worship and celebration will be held at a later date at the Meredith Chapel of Sunnyside Retirement Community, Harrisonburg, Va.In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to The Fellowship Fund at Sunnyside Communities at 600-L University Blvd., Harrisonburg, VA. Moon, III, and Ann Moon; Dr. Edward T. Moon and his spouse Joseph G. Gallo; and Charles S. Moon and Nancy Moon; three grandchildren, Emily M. Baxter; William A. Her smile lit up a room and her laughter, often accompanied by a wink of an eye, was contagious. Milton Rodgers, transitioned to heaven on January 6, 2022. Together they raised four beloved children; R. Michael Thweatt, Jr. (Joyce), Janene Thweatt Whitmore, Paul Jared Wilkins (Morgan Bentley), and Erin Wilkins Fletcher (Henry). In 1978, John was invited to fill the position of the 8th Executive Director of the Wesley Community Center and he served in that capacity for 48 years (1970-2018) until his retirement. Born in Newport News, Virginia, she was the youngest daughter of the late James Edward Perry, Sr. and Alma Spruiel Perry.Lorraine was a faithful member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church; a member of the Sumter area Ministers Wives Association, a Life Member of the National Council of Negro Women, Mary McLeod Bethune Section and many other community and civic organizations.Survivors are her five children, Leona Vera Moten, LCDR (Ret.) He went on to serve Rocky Mount (Franklin County), Phoebus (Hampton), Centenary (Portsmouth), Faith (Alexandria), and Crawford (Dinwiddie). In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the Mathews Chapel United Methodist Church Pennies from Heaven Fund, 4185 Buckley Hall Rd., Cobbs Creek, VA 23035. He also led service projects that had an immeasurable impact and touched many lives. The two newest additions to the family Nathaniel and Rueben Jinks were ambassadors that had only recently ushered Carolyn into the role of Great Grandmother.Two memorial services will be held: Friday, March 13th at 2:00pm at Francis Asbury UMC, 1871 North Great Neck Rd., Virginia Beach, (reception to follow) and Saturday, March 21st at 11:00am at Arcola UMC, 24757 Evergreen Mills Rd Sterling VA 20166, (visitation at 10 am). Nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and 6 great-grand stepchildren.Jacqueline was predeceased by her parents, Charles Blick and Grace Draper Blick of Washington, DC, husband of 67 years, The Rev. Louis E. Carson; her daughters, Beverly Watts and Mary Burton; her grandchildren, Layel and his wife Lacy, and Lynley; her sister, Cornelia Webb and her husband, Bill; her sister-in-law, Bernice Carson; and numerous nieces and nephews. This didnt stop their wedding and they served together in Zaire for more than 20 years. Dr. Patricia Riggs. He enjoyed teaching Bible studies at Second Presbyterian Church where he was known as a Methoterian. He was the son of the late Logan T. Whitlock, Sr. and Ruth T. Whitlock of Portsmouth. He was a United Methodist Minister for the Virginia Conference for over 50 years, with the last nine years spent at Bethany United Methodist Church, Brodnax. Doyle Weston Wyatt, February 19, 2020The Rev. She also received voice lessons at West Point and Vinton. Evelyn is survived by her brother Willard Gardner (Gertrude) of Sterling, Virginia and her sister Nancy Draper of Winchester, Virginia. There are many people whose lives were enriched by his guidance and friendship. Wadsworth was born in 1936 in Princeton, North Carolina, the son of the late James Wadsworth and Leona Tyner Wadsworth. We're your Chevrolet dealership serving Charlottesville, Winchester, and Staunton. The Rev. Jean Thomasson Holmes , March 4, 2020Jean Thomasson Holmes, 91, passed peacefully into Jesus presence March 4, 2020, surrounded by her children. Condolences to the family may be sent to The Jester Living Trust c/o Anderson & Desimone, PC; Attention Christopher Desimone, 4923 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, Virginia 24018 who will forward them to the family. Donald Long was a veteran of the United States Army. Gregory Dean Pittman, 73, was called home to the Lord on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Carol, of 43 years; sister, Jackie Bowen (Art); son, Thomas (Misty) and daughter, Rebekah Justis; grandchildren Kimberly, Zach, and Elizabeth; 2 aunts, Marion Pastore and Sue Justis as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. No flowers please. Joseph H. 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The Rev. Mrs. Sharon D. Harris, September 4, 2021HARRIS, Sharon Dale French, 73, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021. He and Sharon had a special fondness for trips to visit Hilton Head, South Carolina. Coffey was born in Woodstock, Virginia, the son of a Methodist parsonage family. Robert Townsend Knox, October 10, 2021Robert Bob Townsend Knox, 86, of Elon, NC, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021, at Alamance Regional Medical Center.Born in Ashland, KY, he grew up in Huntington, West Virginia. Frank James, passed away on Jan. 21, 2020. The Rev. He was a lifelong lover of the Outer Banks, Duke basketball, and southern cooking.He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 52 years, Barbara Johnson Draper, his eldest daughter, Debbie Dalton, and his youngest brother John Robert Bobby Draper. Arrangements by Oakeys South Chapel. George graduated from Poquoson High School in 1958 and attended the Newport News Shipyard Apprentice School from which he graduated and started a career as a Cost Engineer for the Newport News Shipyard.In the early 1970s, George felt his resources could better be used as a minister in the United Methodist Church.