Evelyn helped him tremendously with this transition and the new life it brought. In 1977 Don was appointed as a scientific advisor to the Virginia House of Delegates. He served as an ordained elder in the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church until his final retirement in 2019. George loved his Lord and all the people he served throughout his ministry. The extraordinary care provided by Laine Moore and Terri Ferguson was a godsend.Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. She served as President of the Southeastern Jurisdiction (SEJ) Annual Conference Lay Leaders and the National President of Annual Conference Lay Leaders. Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720. ), and Amanda Gayle Davis; a brother-in-law, Robert Barfield. Private . Burial will be private. Anthony Clore, Pastor of Fork Union Baptist Church officiated.Arrangements were handled by Sheridan Funeral Home in Kents Store, Va. Louise B. Wagner of Vinton, Virginia, died on Sunday, October 18, 2020.Surviving to cherish her memory are her husband, R.C. He served as DS for five years before retiring and moving to Roanoke, VA, where he served interim ministries at Melrose, Southview, and Boones Mill United Methodist Churches.Warners ministry extended beyond the local church, serving on the boards and agencies of the United Methodist Church and several civic organizations. Visitation will take place from 10:00am-12:00pm immediately followed by a Celebration of Life service beginning at 12:00pm. We also wish to express our appreciation to the Hospice Community Care staff for their special care during this last year. Mrs. Betty Ruth Hensley, October 24, 2020Mrs. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Cave Spring United Methodist Church 4505 Hazel Dr. Roanoke, VA 24018 or The American Diabetes Association P.O. www.mcmillianfuneralhome.com. Mrs. Stella Mae Smith Fritter, May 5, 2021Mrs. They both were an example of what it meant to live life everyday with grace, dignity, generosity and spiritual strength.Kay appreciated her husbands hobby of growing roses and enjoyed them in the parsonages they lived in, and most of all the rose garden at their retirement home in Roanoke. She was born in Brookfield, Georgia on November 21, 1929, the daughter of the late Edgar Floyd and Lessie Carter Harrell. Myrtle Hatcher, former Pastor of the Main Street United Methodist Church, in Suffolk, VA where he also attended, loved, and supported as his time allowed. Box 1000. He served as District Superintendent of the Alexandria and Roanoke Districts.Upon retirement from the Virginia United Methodist Conference, Richard retired to Luray where he continued to develop his informal ministry, exemplifying the gifts of gratitude, generosity and good humor. Angelito Gel Samson, September 8, 2021The Rev. He was the beloved pastor of Trinity UMC (Petersburg) at the time of his death. Gerald always joked it was a miracle he survived.Gerald graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Roanoke College in 1960. Tangeman was preceded in death by his infant son, Jerry Kenneth; twin infant daughters, Phillis Lynn and Beverly Ann; brothers, William and Robert; sisters, Mary Louise, Marjorie, Nelle, Jean, Carol, and Josephine. He pastored churches in the Alexandria, Springfield, Lorton, Norfolk and Virginia Beach areas before being appointed District Superintendent of the then Staunton district. He was a positive force and living role model for the Christian faith he embraced. During his active professional years he served as Campus Minister at the University of Alabama, at Virginia Polytechnic University and State University, and as Conference Council on Ministries staff in Richmond, Virginia from which he retired.Mr. The Rev. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. and the service will be at 12 p.m. Joe was an avid golfer and dedicated baseball fan. 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. The Rev. She also received voice lessons at West Point and Vinton. grandchildren Kris Ward (Shelley); Keith Ward (Susan); Kelsey Briggs (Devon); Christina Ward and Christopher Ward. Parker was an alumnus of New London Academy 63, CVCC 79, Ferrum College 82, and Duke University, School of Divinity 85. Lee B. Sheaffer, November 5, 2020The Rev. Interment will take place at Oak Hills Cemetery at 1:00pm. Following graduation, he enlisted in the Air force going through boot camp at Lakland AFB in San Antonio, TX, and advance school at Biloxi, MS. A memorial service will be held at a future date. Her beauty, warmth, and generosity were unparalleled. Al was also an avid reader.He is survived by wife, Gail M. Stables of Corinth; sons, Arthur Stables and John Thomas of Tucson, Arizona, Tom Stables and wife Dianne of Houston, Texas, Chris Stables and wife Mary of Midlothian, Texas; stepsons, Benson Skelton and wife Lana of Corinth, Jim Babcock and wife Abie of Washington, DC and John Babcock of California; grandchildren, Zach Stables, Jordan Stables, Michael Stables, Emily Overstreet and husband Matt, Erin Stables, Emoree Skelton, Ayden Skelton, Benjamin Skelton and Cayson Skelton; great grandchild, Brock Overstreet; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Stan had an older sister, Marthabel Elaine Marty Seaman and younger brother, Richard Kenneth Maughlin, who both preceded Stan in death.Stan received his Education Degrees from Sterling College (where he also starred in several collegiate sports), Kansas State College and Ball State University, and he held teaching certificates for Kansas, Kentucky and Virginia for secondary and middle school.In 1957, Stan became a Lay Missionary of the World Division, General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church. Kyger Funeral Home Harrisonburg 3173 Spotswood Trail Harrisonburg, VA 22801 p: 540-434-1359 Kyger Funeral Home Elkton 115 Nicholson Road Elkton, VA 22827 p: 540-298-1279 Join our mailing list Steve passed away as a result of complications following surgery, last Monday. He served in the US Army, 1965 to 1967 stationed at Ton Son Nhut Air Base, Saigon, Vietnam.Rev. He asked her out for a first date to attend a ballet that night. She was preceded in death by her husband the Rev. She was an avid reader, and enjoyed singing in the church choir. He was preceded in death by his brother, Benjamin Harold Owen. She lived to see her 99th birthday on October 17, 2020.The last left of nine children and preceded in death by her parents, Bernard Tiffner and Leanora Perrine Tiffner; her sisters, Veda Wilson, Genevieve Brown, Mildred Walker; brothers, Dexter, Ballard, Lloyd, James and Arthur Tiffner.Relatives from her family and her husbands family will miss her.She was married for 71 years to her first and only sweetheart, the Rev. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Darlene loved her family. During this time Clyde also attended James Madison University to obtain his Bachelors Degree and was called to the ministry in 1968. C.B. Age 85, Harrisonburg, Va. William "Bill" Hines Harrell Jr., 85, passed peacefully on February 28, 2023 at his residence in the Phoenix Senior Living Community in Harrisonburg, Va. Bill, Billy to some, was born May 2, 1937 in Staunton, Virginia. Heaven has gained a wonderful angel who will be truly missed here on earth.Visitation was held Sunday, October 10 at Bristow Faulkner Chapel, Saluda, VA from 2pm 3pm., followed by a procession to the graveside at Forrest Chapel United Methodist Church, Warner, VA. To receive an invite to the celebration, please complete the following link:http://bit.ly/CWhetzel.In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Food Pantry at Manor Memorial United Methodist Church, 9320 N. Congress Street, New Market, Virginia 22844, where Charlotte and Ken volunteered feeding the hungry during her twilight.Online condolences may be made to the family by visitingwww.mcmullenfh.com. 2455 E MARKET ST HARRISONBURG VA 22801-8763; Sales (540) 274-5321; Service (540) 296-2775; Parts (540) 210-1141; Call Us. During his years of serving churches he performed many baptisms, both on infants and in more non-traditional locations, such as hospitals or even the Rappahannock River. The Rev. Glass in the class of 1956.After receiving a B.A. Burial with Military Honors by American Legion Altavista Post 36 & Gretna Post 232 followed in Gretna Burial Park. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a dear friend to so many. Her life was a powerful witness of what it means to be Christ to the world.Among her favorite things were watching her girls dance and allowing their imagination and creativity to flourish. He graduated from the then Norfolk County School, Norview High class of 58. After moving to the Richmond area, she was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church on Forest Avenue, Richmond, Va., and a life member of the United Methodist Women. He retired in 2001. He was co-founder of IDIAS, a technical high school. Mrs. Caroline R. Manear, January 15, 2020Caroline R. (Tobias) Manear, 97, born September 10, 1922, in Grafton, WV, was granted her angel wings on January 15, 2020. She also served with the York District and Susquehanna Conference of the United Methodist Women. Harry Byrd Jones, August 20, 2022The Rev. Shirley Roland Wade and by Guy N. (Bud) Thacker Jr. Mrs. Wagner was also active in the United Methodist Women of Three Oaks Fellowship United Methodist Church where she has been a member since her husbands retirement from the active ministry in 2002. He has been the pastor of Jamestown (GA) United Methodist Church for the last 10 years. Richard began his career with the United Methodist Conference and served 41 years in Virginia. Bill was kind and generous and had a loving spirit. She was born in South Hill, VA on April 13, 1928 to Luther and Claudia Thomasson. Together they raised three sons in Huntington, Long Island, NY. 540-989-3131. Committal and reception will follow the service.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Bethel-Emmanuel Scholarship Fund, PO BOX 118, Lively, VA 22507.Please be in prayer for Larrys wife Karen and their family during this time.PASTORAL RECORD: ADAMS, LARRY ELLIOTT P67-D67-E72-F72MS: 67 In Sch. She was also active in her church, teaching the children and working with the women.A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 am, Friday, October 2, 2020 at First United Methodist Church Fox Hill by the Rev. His parents relocated from Staunton to Portsmouth, Va., where he spent his formative years. 30 OES in Mathews. He graduated from Bridgewater High School and went on to pursue a Bachelors in chemistry from Bridgewater College, PhD in physical chemistry from UVA, and later in life pursued his degree in divinity from Duke University Seminary. She is also survived by her daughters Patti and Sandra, and sons Calvin and Michael. She always believed in the best in every person and situation. She and her late husband conducted tours in the United States and Europe. They had two children, Albert and Cecile, and the family lived and worked on the Gunns Dixie Lee Farm. Visit this link to create a free obituary then read the advantages of creating an obituary on Echovita and either click Start now or Create an obituary for your loved to begin. She was a past president of the Locust Grove United Methodist Womens Club at Locust Grove United Methodist Church in Dutton while she and the Rev. She loved children and if she heard of any child who was in need, Mamie would pull out her purse.Mamie was a lifelong member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Dillwyn. George Thomas Insley Jr. 81, was born to his parents, George and Ruth Insley on May 15, 1941. His family, friends, and parishioners knew him equally as a spiritual intellectual and also as an irreverent joker, and his storieswise, authentic, and apttouched hundreds of lives. E. Howard Satterwhite, July 21, 2021The Rev. Julie and Rob were born from this marriage and his pride of family continued to grow as he taught skills ranging from the symbolic nature of numbers and mathematics to caring for the animals and property of Rosedale. Cecil retired from Southern Bell in 1991 after 35 years of employment and became the acting executive director of the Deaf Services Bureau in Miami. Before being honorably discharged from the Navy, Reverend Franklin was advanced to the rank of full Lieutenant, USN.Following his naval tour, he answered the call into the Christian ministry by enrolling in seminary. After his retirement in1995, he served at the St.Luke U.M. Manear was born to the late Harvey U. Tobias and Rosa Elizabeth Jacobs Tobias and was educated in public schools in W. VA. After graduation, she was employed as a secretary for the Taylor Co. Todd Guess. He was the proudest of Grandfathers attending baseball games, field hockey games, softball games, golf tournaments, dance recitals, soccer games, basketball games, track meets, choral performances, and swim lessons. She later taught elementary school and served as Director of Childrens Work, First Baptist Church in Roanoke, Virginia, where she met her husband, John S. Davenport, Jr. Twice widowed, she was preceded in death by the Rev. She taught modern dance at the Storm King School, Cornwall on Hudson, NY. Betty was trained in classical opera and sang with many groups in the Tidewater area, including the Virginia Opera, before marrying the Rev. Wilton B. Thomas, September 30, 2021Lieutenant Colonel Chaplain USAF, Wilton Bruce Thomas, age 90 of Broadway Va. went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 30, 2021.Wilton was born April 30, 1931, son of Andrew J. and Eunice Thomas, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. George B. Turner, and Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Thomas.He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Helen Thomas (daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Ollie Fulk); his son, Quinton Bruce Thomas both of Broadway; Goddaughter, DeEtte Coleman-Jones of Luray Va.; and a host of family and friends.He was preceded in death by a son, George Brinton Thomas; and a sister Jane Dove.Wilton graduated from Shenandoah College, James Madison College with a B.A, and United Theological Seminary in Dayton Ohio with a Masters in Divinity in 1955.In 1956 he went to Cherryvale Mission in Staunton Va. Care for Janets family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354. It was here that he met his wife, Chelsea Lange Eum. Online guestbook is available at affinityfuneralservice.com. Durkovich. He had retired from the United Methodist Church as a Senior Pastor, having served many churches throughout Virginia.He is survived by his daughter, Diane J. Laine (Brian); son, Sterling R. Jones (Leslie); four grandchildren, Erin West (David), Charles Redman (Tammi), Chad Jones (Erin), and Brian Laine II; six great-grandchildren, Mollie, Kaitlyn, Chloe, Charlie, Judson, and Remington; four sisters, Catherine Strouth (Bill), Dorothy Gibson, Marion King, and Jane Haddock (Al); and numerous nieces and nephews.A funeral service was held on Friday, August 26, 2022, at Ocran United Methodist Church, with the Rev. We also appreciate the loving care he received while at Evergreen Health and Rehab.Memorial contributions may be made in Karl Tangemans memory to the Indiana United Methodist Childrens Home, 515 W. Camp Street, P.O. 65 Blackstone. To send online condolences please visit https://tharpfuneralhome.com. 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. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded by 2 stepchildren Rob and Ruth Honaker, a step grandchild Michelle Honaker, and a loving friend and companion Don Pulfiser.The family suggests contributions in Arlins memory be made to Life in His Name Ministries, PO Box 66353 Virginia Beach, VA 23466-6353, or a charity of choice. Karl Kenneth Tangeman, July 21, 2020The Reverend Karl Kenneth Tangeman, 95, of Winchester, Virginia, ascended to his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 21, 2020.The Rev. Donald Long was a veteran of the United States Army. 88 Shady Grv, Ad. Bowman and her husband began a life of parish ministry.Between 1960 and her husbands retirement in 1989, she and her husband, the Rev. Rev. Shady Grove UMC is located at 8209 Shady Grove Road Mechanicsville, VA 23111.In lieu of flowers, family requests giving to METAvivor.org to support metastatic breast cancer research. The Rev. To offer a condolence or remembrance please visit www.brooksfuneralhomes.com In Lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be made to the James M. Driscoll Scholarship Fund, Penn State Fayette Campus, 2201 University Drive, Lemont Furnace, PA 15456, or the Wooddale Bible Brethren Church, P.O. Burial will be private.The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork St., Winchester, VA 22601 or to White Post UMC, PO Box 8, White Post, VA 22663. They then moved to Charlotte, North Carolina in 1956 where Cecil continued working for Southern Bell. Condolences may be shared by visiting www.kygers.com. He was born in Emporia, VA in 1929. 56 Assoc Ginter Park. Richard W. Dickie Coffey, March 9, 2021Richard Dickie Wayne Coffey, born April 9, 1954. She was a devoted Christian, proud loving wife of two veterans, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Burial will be private. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.henryfuneralhome.net. His last appointment before retirement was at Aldersgate U.M.C. She is survived by her son, William Albert Jester, Jr., and his wife, Angelique; and two grandchildren, Brandon Albert Jester and Faith Armindy Jester, all of Uniontown, Ohio (near Akron). She had three grandchildren, Randy Parker, Jackie Keaton Clark and Heather Bales Brand.The family received friends on Saturday, October 31, 2020, Lotz Salem Chapel. 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. She met and married the love of her life, William Thomas Roberts, in 1939. She was a committed and faithful member of the United Methodist Women where she served as President of the Virginia Conference UMW. Richard C. Franklin Jr., June 15, 2022Richard C. Franklin, Jr., or Rick as most knew him, passed away at MCV Hospital on June 15, 2022 after a brief illness. In retirement he served Parnassus and Grottoes, both in the Harrisonburg District.ObituaryThe Rev. Williams Funeral Home, Lawrenceville will be handling the arrangements. The started out in 1958 developing their Team Ministry, working and visiting together in their appointed church. The Rev. A service will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 12 noon at Memorial United Methodist Church, 11000 Courthouse Rd., Charles City, VA 23030. A livestream of the service may be viewed by visiting her obituary on the funeral home webpage atwww.shivesfuneralhome.com. Her greatest joy was her family. She and Ken married on April 17, 1957, and had three children.Known as Sally by her siblings, Charlotte always lit up a room. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 72 years, the Rev. After a long fight with COVID-19, Dickie said his goodbyes to friends and family and was ready to meet Jesus the morning of March 9, 2021. Crystal Dolores Jay, May 11, 2021Crystal Dolores Jay, 98, died on Tuesday, May 11, She is survived by her brother Bob Skidmore; daughters, Carol (Dan) Kartanos and Vonda (Eric) Eanes; a son Jesse (Jenifer) Jay, and son in law Donald Hutchens; 8 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the many people who work at the Riverside Convalescent Center-Mathews for the loving care that they gave to our mom/nana, and to the wonderful people in Mathews who welcomed her and our father as members of your town, we thank you. You can search by first or last name, state and publication date. Chris Goodman officiating. Maria M. Waters passed away March 7, 2021. Reverend Patricia Kelley will be officiating the service. Albert N. Honaker Jr. have been set with the Rev. Mr. William Leason McClung, January 13, 2022William Leason McClung, 81, passed away on January 13, 2022. Arrangements are entrusted to the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Chambersburg, PA. Online condolences may be offered on her Book of Memories page atwww.geiselfuneralhome.com. Born in Harrisonburg, VA on September 19, 1946, Sue grew up in Franklin, WV, daughter of the late Helen. Jeane Dunkum (retired); children, Wesley Earl Wes Dunkum III of Richmond and Betty Dunkum Patten of West Palm Beach, FL; two step-children, Sarah Gibson and Eric Johnson; three grandchildren and four step-grandchildren.Funeral service with the Rev. Marcela Jarman will be officiating. Bonnie A. Reiss, November 17, 2022Word has been received that the Rev. Dunkum Funeral Home served the family. Harold Lee Hicks, age 87, passed from this life to the Church Triumphant on April 30, 2022 following a season of declining health. Dale Eugene Gillis, 63, of Dumfries, VA passed away on July 28, 2022 surrounded by his adoring family.Dale was born in Canandaigua, NY to Robert and Sandra Gillis on March 3, 1959. His appointments spanned the state including Trinity UMC in Lexington, Lower UMC in Hartfield, Lakeside UMC in Richmond, and Magnolia UMC in Suffolk. Donald VanDyke, the father of the Rev. Judy retired in 2015. He later attended Pikeville College and the University of Louisville before being called into the ministry and graduating from Kentucky Wesleyan College. While still in seminary, Ken served several United Methodist Churches in the Shenandoah Valley. Also surviving are five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren: Daniel Stafford and his children, Katherine and Ashton; Rachel Stafford Lambert and husband Anthony Lambert and their children, Benjamin and Gabrielle; Matthew McDill; Sarah Heller and her son Nicholas; Rebecca Heller McNamara and husband Jonathan McNamara and their children, Perry Rae and Hudson.All services were private. Bennett held pastoral assignments at several churches in the NY Conference of the United Methodist Church, including Inwood, New York City (Brooklyn and Queens), and Goshen. Mrs. Lois Seay Turner, September 6, 2021Lois Seay Turner, 86, a native of Fredericksburg, Virginia, passed away on September 6, 2021. Cloud on Facebook. The Rev. Denise Watkins. They relocated to Atlanta where Richard graduated with a Masters Degree from Candler School of Theology at Emory University. Mrs. Marian Johnson Stevens, June 9, 2020Marian Johnson Stevens, 89, mother of Rev. Bill grew up in the Monticello Village neighborhood near Wards Corner. He remained connected to his older sister, Jeanne and her family, and traveled often to visit them near his childhood home.During his 87 years on Earth, Dick spent his time building and making connections with his family, his work, his farm, his church, and his community. Bishop Eutslers memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at 2 PM at Reveille United Methodist Church, 4200 Cary Street Rd, Richmond, Virginia 23221. Don't Threaten. Lacy Jr. and his wife Carol of Zebulon, GA.A funeral service will be held 2:00 P. M. Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Enders & Shirley Funeral Home Chapel, Berryville, with Rev. C. Warner Crumb, February 8, 2021The Rev. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford. Interment followed at Greensville Memorial Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Monumental United Methodist Church in his memory.Online condolences may be made at www.echolsfuneralhome.com. He was then named Director of Development for the Virginia United Methodist Homes system.Warners life came full circle in 1983 when Bishop Robert Blackburn called him to his Cabinet as the District Superintendent of his beloved Eastern Shore. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Burial Park.The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 to 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 24, 2022 at Watson Memorial United Methodist Church, Chatham, VA.The family wishes to thank the many who assisted with meals, fellowship, and prayers. The funeral will be televised via live streaming on Jones Funeral Home Face Book page.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Petes memory to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601.Online condolences may be left atwww.jonesfuneralhomes.com. Lee R. Jamison, August 2, 2021 Lee Roy Jamison, M Div, transitioned to his eternal reward on Aug 2, 2021, at the age of 95. Following his mothers example, Harold was an accomplished cook, known for his chicken salad, corn chowder, squash casserole, and chocolate chip cookies. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at Mrs. Susan Logan Craun, 76, of Harrisonburg passed away on February 12, 2023 at the Bridgewater Retirement Community. Tim Tate officiating. Harold M Fuss of the Virginia United Methodist Conference; sisters, Dorothy Bier of Washington, DC area, Katherine Hayward of Brockton, MA, daughter-in-law Lynn B. Fuss and granddaughter, Julie Fuss.Jackie spent her life supporting her husband & family, church missions and giving to others.