Paul Erskine Cline
Jul 5, 2026
Paul Erskine Cline, 93, widower of Kathleen Jane (Meyerhoeffer) Cline, of Fort Defiance, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at his residence.
Mr. Cline was born in Augusta County, Virginia on April 3, 1933, a son of the late William Edwin and Ola Bell (Garber) Cline.
Paul dedicated more than 40 years to construction work while also farming throughout his life....
Sue H. Whisman
Jul 3, 2026
Sue H. Whisman entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 3, 2026, at her residence surrounded by the love of her family.
Mrs. Whisman was born on February 10, 1950, a beloved daughter of the late Ed and Dot Hess.
Surviving is her loving husband, Ronnie Whisman; her daughter, Tammy Dietz and son-in-law, Jeff; her son, Matt Whisman...
Theodore David Coffey
Jun 28, 2026
Theodore David Coffey, 3 weeks old, of Weyers Cave, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at his residence.
Though his time on earth was far too brief, Theodore's life was filled with the immeasurable love of his family. Born on June 5, 2026, in Harrisonburg, he was the cherished son of Tyler and Nicole Coffey. In his short time here,...
Ann (Wright) Ellinger
Jun 27, 2026
Ann (Wright) Ellinger, 82, wife of Richard Preston Ellinger, of Staunton, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Birch Ridge in Staunton.
Mrs. Ellinger was born in Staunton, Virginia on November 27, 1943 a daughter of the late James Earl Wright and Nedra (Downey) Wright.
Ann was a devoted member of St. John’s Reformed United Church of Christ. She never met...
Makenna Shaye Smith
Jun 23, 2026
Makenna Shaye Smith, 28, of Staunton passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at her residence.
She was born in Fishersville on July 11, 1997 the daughter of Morgan E. and Traci M. Smith.
Makenna was a 2015 graduate of Robert E. Lee High School. She loved fiercely and lived life to the fullest. Her beloved fur baby, “Echoboy”, held a special...
Bobbie Lee Knight
Jun 23, 2026
Bobbie Lee Knight, 88, husband of Mildred (Lotts) Knight passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at CJW Medical Center in Richmond.
Mr. Knight was born in Fordwick, Virginia on November 22, 1937, a son of the late James Herman Knight and Hazel (Johnson) Knight.
Bobbie served his country in the United States Army 11th Airborne Division as a paratrooper. Following 37...
James Franklin Hartsook
Jun 23, 2026
James Franklin Hartsook, 74, widower of Jeannette Ann (Arbogast) Hartsook, of Staunton, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Mr. Hartsook was born in Staunton on September 5, 1951 the son of the late John Calvin and Helen Mae (Stoner) Hartsook.
James had a wonderful sense of humor and a big heart that touched everyone who knew...
Katherine Louise Campbell Fields
Jun 22, 2026
Katherine Louise (Moats) Campbell Fields, 57, of New Hope Road, Staunton, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026 at her residence.
Ms. Fields was born in Staunton, Virginia on May 21, 1969, a daughter of the late Edith Louise (Rexrode) Burns.
Katherine was a member of the Verona Moose, she enjoyed attending races and camping.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in...
Sandra Anita Austin
Jun 22, 2026
Sandra Anita (Tomlinson) Austin, 85, widow of Walter Alfred Austin, formerly of Locust Street, Fishersville, and most recently of The Legacy at North Augusta, Staunton, went to be with her Lord on Monday, June 22, 2026 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Mrs. Austin was born in Buena Vista, Virginia on August 5, 1940, a daughter of the late William Jackson Tomlinson...
Doris Marie Piner
Jun 22, 2026
Doris Marie (Ingram) Piner, 84, wife of Floyd Franklin Piner, of Churchville, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026 at her residence.
Mrs. Piner was born in Rockbridge County, Virginia on June 23, 1941 a daughter of the late James Henry Ingram and Rosie Vedella (Farber) Ingram.
Doris was a member of Glossbrenner United Methodist Church.
She retired from Augusta County School System as...
Joan Brown Swift
Jun 19, 2026
Joan Brown Swift, 85, a long-time resident of Staunton, passed away on June 19 after a long and courageous battle with an autoimmune disorder. Joan was beloved by her family and friends for her compassion, kindness, and beautiful smile. In her own words, “I have lived an imperfect life. However, it has always been my intention to show love. I...
Daniel Berlin Hevener
Jun 19, 2026
Daniel Berlin Hevener
"Danny" "Dawg"
June 23, 1960 - June 19, 2026
Danny, beloved son, brother, Dad and friend went to be with Jesus on June 19th, 2026.
He was born on June 23rd, 1960 in Staunton Virginia, to the late, Dotty Tisdale and Charles Hevener and was preceded in death by his partner, Penny Rolon.
He is survived by his daughter, Alita (Brad), sister,...
Lorie Ann (Riley) Back
Jun 17, 2026
Lorie Ann (Riley) Back, 61, wife of Wallace Lee Back of Fishersville, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at her residence.
Mrs. Back was born in Staunton, Virginia on July 25, 1964, a daughter of Carolyn Marie (Johnson) Riley, and the late Robert Glenn Riley.
Lorie was a payroll clerk and office manager for Shenandoah Nursing and Rehab where she was employed...
Sharon Elizabeth (Masterman) Chappell
Jun 15, 2026
Sharon Elizabeth Masterman Chappell, age 77, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Born on October 20, 1948, in Binghamton, New York, Sharon lived a life marked by faith, love, and devotion to her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ken and Betty Masterman.
Sharon is survived by her loving husband,...
Carol Jane Smith
Jun 14, 2026
Carol Jane Smith, 84, of Staunton passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Staunton Post Acute Rehabilitation.
She was born in New York on April 9, 1942, a daughter of the late Bernise J. and Marian (Scales) Smith.
In the early 1970s, Carol worked as an executive secretary for a law firm in Washington, D.C.
An avid traveler, she embraced opportunities to...
Shirley Lucille (Phillips) Cash
Jun 10, 2026
Shirley Lucille (Phillips) Cash, 82, widow of Rev. Don Wayne Cash of Cold Springs Road, Raphine, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at her residence.
Mrs. Cash was born in Augusta County, Virginia on October 19, 1943 a daughter of the late Lawrence Wallace Phillips and Evelyn Lucille (Brooks) Phillips Sensabaugh.
Shirley was a member of New Covenant Church where she enjoyed...
Deborah Yvonne (Houff) Grimm
Jun 10, 2026
Deborah Yvonne (Houff) Grimm, 75, wife of Carl C. Grimm, Jr. of Hotchkiss Road, Churchville, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at her residence.
Mrs. Grimm was born in Augusta County, Virginia on March 21, 1951, a daughter of the late David Harding Houff and Phyllis Irene (Berry) Houff.
Deborah was a member of Village Church and was retired from Averitt Express...
Clyde Ray Sweet
Jun 8, 2026
Clyde Ray Sweet, 61, of Staunton, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026 at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Mr. Sweet was born in Staunton, Virginia on June 11, 1964, a son of Doris Ann (Fitzgerald) Sweet and the late Clyde Glossburner Sweet.
Clyde was a pawnbroker by trade and an avid knife collector who took great pride in his collection.
In addition to his...
Kristina Yvonne "Kristi" (Parsons) Robertson
Jun 7, 2026
Kristina Yvonne “Kristi” (Parsons) Robertson, 42, of Fishersville, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026 at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.
Ms. Robertson was born in Bedford, Pennsylvania on November 7, 1983 a daughter of John R. Parsons, III and Donna J. (Clites) Parsons.
Kristina was retired from Augusta County Public Schools.
Surviving in addition to her father and mother of...
Marvin Lee "Bucky" Miller
Jun 5, 2026
Marvin Lee “Bucky” Miller, 77, of Staunton, went to his heavenly home, Friday, June 5, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family.
Bucky was born on March 14, 1949 to Marvin and Mary Miller, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was his beloved wife Barbara Miller, whom he was married to for 39 years; a sister,...
