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Gloria Vest
Jan 3, 2024
Life Story
“Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.”
Revelations 2:10 KJV
Gloria White Vest, age 69, heard her Master’s call and followed Him to her eternal home on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA. She was born on July 17, 1954, to...
Stephen Nelson
Jan 2, 2024
Stephen James Nelson, affectionately known as Steve, of Louisa, VA has gone to be with his Lord and Savior at the age of 64. Born to Thomas and Julia Nelson on August 7, 1959 in Cleveland, Ohio. Steve is survived by his three children; Selena Proffitt (husband Stephan), Lehane Nelson and Sairah Helmic (husband Stephen). In addition to his grandchildren Riley,...
Caroline Reznicek
Dec 28, 2023
A sweet, loving, and kind soul left this earth on December 28th, 2023, at the age of 84. Caroline never missed an opportunity to shower her love on anyone needing help or on any animal. Her gentle heart and unconditional love made her a favorite among her nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Although a light has gone out of this...
Lewis Stratton
Dec 16, 2023
Lewis Winston Stratton, 86, of Gum Spring, VA, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, December 16th. He was preceded in his death by his parents, Lloyd W. Stratton and Lenora F. Miller; and brothers Lloyd W. Stratton, Jimmy D. Stratton; and sister Teresa Stratton. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Juanita T. Stratton; children,...
Venna Childress Brown
Dec 16, 2023
Venna Leigh Childress Brown, 93 of Goochland, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on December 16, 2023.
She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Tom Brown, son Bobby Brown and wife Janet, grandson Ashley and wife Jamie, great grandsons Taylor and Carter Brown, granddaughter Cindy and husband Tommy Woody, great grandson Wyatt Smith, great granddaughters...
Johan Guss
Dec 11, 2023
Johan Kathleen McIntyre Guss, 88, of Troy, Virginia, passed away December 11, 2023, with her daughters by her side.
She was born to the late James and Virginia McIntyre on July 13, 1935, in West Clarksville, New York, and was the eldest of three daughters. Immediately following her graduation from Richburg Central High School in Richburg, New York, in June...
Catherine Cosner
Dec 11, 2023
Catherine “Kitty” Marks Cosner, 89, of Kents Store, Virginia, was called home on Monday, December 11, 2023.
She was born to the late Thomas Leroy Marks and Bessie Robinson Marks. She was also predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Kenneth H. Coser; her children, Dennis Leroy Cosner, David Adam Cosner and Lydia Cosner Napier and son-in-law, Ronald K....
Sheila Goforth
Dec 11, 2023
Sheila Goforth, 57, of Potomac, Maryland, passed away on December 11, 2023, in Farmville, Virgina.
Sheila was born on September 13, 1966, to Linda Gillispie and the late Hearld Sweitzer.She is survived by her mother, Linda Gillispie; her children, Buck Dalton, Jessica Southall (David), Joseph Dalton (Brittany); her brother Hearld Sweitzer Jr.; her sister Kelly Toomey, and her grandchildren, Penelope,...
Pearl Martin
Dec 8, 2023
Pearl Inez, “Dump” Martin, 88, peacefully transitioned to her eternal rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father on Friday, December 8, 2023, in her home located in Washington, D.C.
Pearl was an amazing mother, loving grandmother to 3 generations, caring aunt, cousin and devoted friend. She was deeply loved and will be missed by many. Pearl was also...
VERREL R. HUGHES
Dec 6, 2023
Verrel R. (Sonny) Hughes, a cherished husband, devoted father, beloved grandfather and great-grandfather, esteemed friend, and pillar of the community, passed away on December 6, 2023. Sonny dedicated 44 years of his life as a land surveyor and served honorably in the Army for 2 years, stationed in South Korea.
His unwavering faith was evident in his roles as both...
Mattie V. Proffitt
Dec 5, 2023
Mattie Hughes Vineyard Proffitt, “Nanny”, 85, passed away at her home in Goochland County, on December 5, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her father John Hughes, her mother and stepfather, Mattie and Leslie Haynes, her brother John Hughes, Maynard “Willie” Hughes, Vernon “Brannie” Hughes, her sisters, Mamie Poore, Martha “Skitter” Huff, her first husband Norman Vineyard and her...
Shirley Shearin
Nov 28, 2023
The Lord has called our mother, Shirley Ann Swicegood Shearin home. She was carried away from our world gently, and her children; Eric Shearin, Amie Taylor, Jessica Robinson; her nieces and nephews Rebecca Bove, Lisa Sadler, Paul O’Connell, Brian Etue, Paula Maeurer; and the host of grandchildren that are her legacy know that it was with peaceful. She possessed quiet...
Milton Childress
Nov 22, 2023
Milton Layne Childress, 68 of Columbia, Virginia, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 22, 2023.
He was born to the late Joseph A. and Shirley T. Childress on May 25, 1955. Two brothers also preceded him in death, Abner K. and Jimmy D. Childress.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 48-years, Brenda T....
KENNETH LEON BLACK III
Nov 19, 2023
Kenneth Leon Black lll, 79, of Goochland, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2023, at home surrounded by his loved ones.
He is survived by his wife Deb, his brother Bill, sister-in-law Bruce, and other extended family members. Ken is preceded in death by both his father and mother.
Born on August 8, 1944, Ken was the eldest son...
Kevin J. Brogan
Nov 13, 2023
Kevin Joseph Brogan
September 3, 1961 – November 13, 2023
Kevin Joseph Brogan (62) went to be with our Lord, on Monday Nov 13, 2023. He is preceded in death by his father, Raymond F. Brogan Sr, his uncle, William J. Brogan, and a nephew, Jacob Jenkins. He was born the ninth child of Rita and Raymond Brogan,...
Charles Ackenbom
Nov 8, 2023
Gone but Never Forgotten: Camp Friendship Founder Chuck Ackenbom leaves behind a wonderful legacy.
Charles Raymond Ackenbom of Palmyra, Virginia, age 85, passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded by friends and family on November 8, 2023. Chuck passed knowing that he was loved greatly by his family and that he had made a positive difference in this world through his...
David B. Buck
Nov 6, 2023
David B. Buck, 68, of Fluvanna County, VA, passed away on November 6, 2023. Born and raised in Charlottesville, VA, he later moved to Fluvanna where he had family ties, building the home he shared with his wife Pat and son David. Pat and Dave met in high school and celebrated their 49th anniversary this summer. Dave had careers in...
Odessa Knighting
Nov 3, 2023
Odessa Shifflet Knighting, 101 of Troy, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2023, at home surrounded her loving family. She was born Feb. 28,1922, in Greene County, Va to Leonard Shifflett and Clara Morris. Odessa was an amazing loving Mother, Grandmother, Friend, Healer, and Matriarch. She loved her family, cooking, gardening, dancing, and laughing. She is...
THERESA H. WARD
Nov 3, 2023
Theresa Ward, 88, of Palmyra, Virginia, passed away on November 3, 2023.
Theresa was born in Teaneck, New Jersey on February 25, 1935, to Frank Hobin and Rose Starke. She is preceded in death by both parents, her loving husband of 70 years, Charles R. Ward, Sr. and her beloved son Charles R. Ward, Jr. She is survived by her...
Mark Moeller
Oct 30, 2023
Mark Moeller, 63, of Henrico, Virginia passed away on October 30, 2023.
He is in the care of Norman Funeral Chapel.
Obituary to follow.
