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Alberta Duncan
May 10, 2025
Ms. Alberta Duncan, 78, of Columbia, Virginia passed away on May 10, 2025.
She is in the care of Norman Funeral Chapel.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 14th, between the hours of 6:00-7:30pm at Norman Funeral Chapel, 2982 River Road West, Goochland Virginiai, with a Funeral service to follow 11:00am, Thursday, May 15th, at Oakwood United Methodist Church,1291 Columbia...
Wilmer Wayne Butler
May 6, 2025
Wilmer “Wayne” Butler, also known as Speedy Buck or Peanut to his friends, passed away after a valiant battle with cancer on Tuesday May 6, 2025, in Charlottesville, VA.
He was born on December 23, 1965, as the youngest son of Wilmer “Hoot” Butler and Helen (Talley) Butler at UVA Hospital in Charlottesville. Wayne was a fun-loving man with a big...
Dr. Leo Scholl
May 3, 2025
Dr. Leo T. Scholl of Fluvanna County passed away at the age of 40 on Saturday, May 3, 2025, leaving all of us far too soon. Leo was a special gift and blessing for all who had him in their lives: his wife Kelsie, their daughter Audrey, his grandmothers Ellen and Magdalena, his parents Astrid and Hans, his sister Anne,...
Edna Messick
May 3, 2025
Edna Messick, a kind and giving Christian woman, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on Saturday May 3rd, 2025. Known for her generous spirit and unwavering faith, she touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed.
She is survived by her devoted son Wade Butler, beloved daughter-in-law Luellen Butler, and cherished granddaughter April Butler Pace. Edna is...
Dorothy Nickerson
Apr 24, 2025
Dorothy Anthony Nickerson, slipped away peacefully in her sleep on April 24, 2025, at the Hospice House in Charlottesville. Dottie navigated life's challenges with unwavering fortitude, a life rich with love both given and received.
Dottie is survived by her son, Eric Lee Nickerson of St. Petersburg, Florida, and his children, Meredith Orlowski (Michael Orlowski), Kyle Nickerson, and Casey Nickerson (James...
Ernie Atkinson Johnson
Apr 22, 2025
Ernie Atkinson Johnson, 88, of Goochland, Virginia, peacefully passed away on April 22, 2025. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, remembered for her warm spirit and kind heart.
Ernie was predeceased by her beloved husband of 63 years, Earle S. Johnson. She leaves behind a legacy of love through her children: Mikel Johnson (Sheila), Margaret Anne Keck (Chuck),...
Meredith White
Apr 21, 2025
Meredith Lynne White, 44, of Palmyra, Virginia, left this world too early on April 21, 2025.
Born on November 6, 1980, she spent her life amassing a wealth of experience and spreading an abundance of kindness. She was a doting and doted upon daughter, a fiercely loyal and loving sister, and there was probably no title she enjoyed more than that...
Laura McGruder
Apr 19, 2025
Laura McGruder, 100, of Palmyra, Virginia passed away April 19, 2025
She is in the care of Sheridan Funeral Home.
A visitation will be held Saturday, May 24th from 10-11am, with a funeral service to follow at 11:00am, both will take place at St. James Baptist Church, 17227 James Madison Highway, Palmyra, Virginia.
Obituary to follow.
Teresa Powell Shifflett
Apr 19, 2025
Teresa Powell Shifflett, 58, of Palmyra, Virginia, passed away on April 19, 2025. Born on May 23, 1966, Teresa dedicated her life to her family and her career as a medical transcriptionist at the University of Virginia.
Known for her deep love for her family, Teresa was a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother. She found joy in the simplest pleasures of...
Sherry Bradford
Apr 4, 2025
In Loving Memory of Sherry Annette Bradford
September 13, 1959 – April 4, 2025
Sherry Annette Bradford, 64, of Fluvanna County, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home in Troy, Virginia, on April 4, 2025. Born on September 13, 1959, to Willia Mae Compton and the late Nolan Blackwell, Sherry brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of everyone she encountered.
Sherry...
Caden Pryor
Apr 3, 2025
Caden Revue Pryor, born September 14, 2009, was taken from this world to continue his journey with his best canine friend, Buzz Lightyear, on April 3, 2025. He was always surrounded by his loving family at Resting Revue Farm, where he grew up with his parents, Marsha “Mama” and Andy “Daddy” Pryor; his brother, Grayson Pryor; and his beloved four-legged...
Frank J. Wisnieski
Apr 3, 2025
Frank Joseph Wisnieski 54, of Troy, Virginia was called home by the Lord, on Thursday, April 3, 2025, with his wife and stepdaughter by his side after a short but brave battle with aggressive stage IV cancer.
Frank was born on February 1, 1971, to Lois and Francis Wisnieski in Connecticut.
After completing high school at Cumberland Valley High school in Mechanicsburg,...
James P. Atkinson
Mar 26, 2025
James P. Atkinson, 80, of Goochland County, peacefully went to be with our Lord on March 26, 2025.
Born on May 13, 1944, to Herman and Elizabeth Atkinson, James is lovingly remembered by his sisters, Ernie Margaret Johnson of Goochland, Virginia, and Judy Mays of Richmond, Virginia, as well as his nephew, Mikel Johnson. He was preceded in death by his...
James F. Cullinan
Mar 18, 2025
James Fulton Cullinan, aged 82, of Lake Monticello, Fluvanna County, Palmyra, Virginia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love on March 18, 2025. Born on September 30, 1942, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the cherished son of the late James J. and Ellen (Rothamel) Cullinan.
Jim's life was marked by his unwavering love for his family, notably his devoted wife Margaret (Doherty),...
Massie Zimmerman
Mar 18, 2025
Massie Gordon Zimmerman, 46 of Scottsville left this life March 18,2025. He was preceded in death by his dad Gordon P. Zimmerman Jr.
He is survived by his mom Lorarene Oliver Zimmerman; his wife Cathy; his daughters Shaye, Savannah and Breana; his sisters Helen Marie Zimmerman, Valerie Zimmerman (Jimmy), Amy Butler (Jared), Tina Maupin; his brother Stephen Zimmerman (Brittnay); four nephews,...
Catherine Gillette
Mar 14, 2025
Catherine "Tee Wee" Gillette passed away on March 14, 2025.
She was a lifetime Goochland County resident. She was preceded in death by her parents, Corrine and Thomas Thurston; her brothers Herbert "Fuzzy" Thurston, Herman "Shaggy" Thurston; her sisters Shirley "Girlie" Griffith, Hazel "Ni Ni" Barnes; spouses Edward Payne, Sr. and Gene Gillette and her daughter Glenda Kirtley.
Catherine is survived by...
David Alan Fennell
Mar 1, 2025
**In Loving Memory of David Alan Fennell**
David Alan Fennell, aged 51, of Fluvanna County, passed away unexpectedly in his home on March 1, 2025. Born in La Plata, Maryland, David was the cherished son of Terry Marie Hill and William Howard Fennell.
He is survived by his three beloved children: daughters Kendyl and Karsyn Fennell, and son Micheal Fennell, who were...
Fountain Davis Hodges
Feb 27, 2025
Fountain Davis Hodges passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025. Born on June 27, 1930, in Goochland, Virginia, he was the son of the late James Winfrey and Margaret Perkins Hodges. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Thomas and James Hodges; his daughter, Susan Demitry; and his son, Richard Hodges.
Survivors include his wife of sixty-two years, Mary...
Patricia Powell
Feb 18, 2025
Patricia Sams Powell, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 18, 2025, at the age of 76.
Born on May 23, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Ollie Mae Grant and Hugh Sams and a proud native of Newton County, Georgia. Pat was a graduate of Mercer University and worked for Newton County Public Schools for over a...
Caitlyn Mayers
Feb 16, 2025
Caitlyn Mayers, 15, passed away February 16th, 2025, in her hometown, Goochland, VA after a tragic car accident. Her funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 26th at Cubs Adventure Dining Hall at 12:00pm. Following the service, we will join at the Corinth Global Methodist Church for the graveside burial. For close friends and family, there will be refreshments...
