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The needs of others were always more important to her than her own needs. Don was born in 1935 in Bridgewater, Virginia to Hubert and Mabel (Ripley) Shull. Albert N. Fritter; her parents, Lela Evans and James Jackson Smith of Arley, Ala.; three brothers, Truman, George, and Durell Smith; as well as four sisters, Eva Watkins, Polly Stoffel, Edyth Plunkett, and Betty Ledbetter. After marriage to Julia Gattis in April of that year, they moved to Roanoke, Virginia, where he was organizing pastor of two congregations, Windsor Hills United Methodist Church and Southview United Methodist Church. She was born on April 8, 1950 in Harrisonburg and was the daughter of the late Joseph L. and Irene Rosalee Holley. She also loved to sing and play the piano and organ. During this time, he became a proud father of two beautiful daughters, Tamara and Michelle. Edward Pruitt will be held on Saturday January 7, 2023 at 2 PM at Swain Memorial United Methodist Church on Tangier.Boat transportation for the memorial service will be provided by Courtney Thomas with Captain Brett Thomas leaving Crisfield, MD at 12:30. Bill was always proud that they were debt free in their personal lives. Mrs. Sharon D. Harris, September 4, 2021HARRIS, Sharon Dale French, 73, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Holmes family. Bishop Eutsler was assigned to the Holston Area until his retirement in 1988. Later, after retiring from the Army, he received his PhD from UNC Chapel Hill. In the coming years he would be blessed with two daughters as well as become a school teacher that taught both academic subjects and music. The Rev. She and Bill were married for 61 years and she traveled with him all over the world. There will be a celebration of her life at Hillcrest United Methodist Church, Fredericksburg, on Saturday, September 25, at 10:30 a.m., with a viewing one hour prior. 620 Simms Ave. Harrisonburg, Va. 22802. Her laughter and the joy of life that she brought wherever she was, became a blessing to all who knew her. Stanley Wright, and the Rev. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Notes of condolence may be sent to 6505 Virgil H Goode Hwy, Rocky Mount, VA 24151. Dean was also active in the Boy Scouts of America, serving as a Cub Master and Scout Master. His greatest legacy is the love of Jesus that he showed to everyone who knew him. Fred Thomas Gilley Sr., Stuart, VA, aged 91 years, peacefully completed his earthly journey at his residence and went to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 9, 2021. Mrs. Acosta was predeceased by her husband, daughter Marilyn, and sister Bobby Jean. William Bill Carr, formerly of Westernport, Md., and several cousins with whom she enjoyed lifelong relationships, most notably the late Joyce Pinky (Painter) Smith and her late husband Carl Smith of Petersburg, W. Va.She is survived by her two children: a son, Lloyd Frederick Bowman and his spouse Douglas L. Brunk of Elkins Park, Pa., their son Sheldon Marshall Thomas Bowman-Brunk; and a daughter Ann Caroline (Bowman) McCoy and her spouse Doug McCoy of Clarksburg, Md., and their children Alexander and Phoenix McCoy. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www.foundandsons.com. Min.). T. Mickey White.In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, the ASPCA, or a charity of the donors choice.Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 29, 2022 at Simpson Funeral Home 5160 Peters Creek Road. Judith F. Bennett, February 26, 2022Judith Ann Bennett, 87, of Shelton, CT passed into the nearer presence of God on February 26th, 2022. She was a skilled pianist and soprano. He served 25 years with the Salvation Army including being stationed at the Danville, VA location in 1978. The Rev. John also leaves a wealth of nieces and nephews. He retired from active ministry in 2002. She went on to serve Sherando-Lyndhurst, Centenary in Jarratt, the Orange Circuit, Mount Sinai in the Harrisonburg District, and Mount Pleasant in the Harrisonburg District. View Recent Obituaries for Johnson Services Funerals and Cremations. He was assigned by the military as a student at the University of Chicago prior to his teaching at West Point. Her degree from Cornell University in design brought loving creations one-of-a-kind clothing, beautiful window treatments, and unique Christmas crafts that included angels and aprons for everyone in her family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Alzheimers Association at 255 N. Michigan Ave. FL, 17 Chicago, IL 60601.Rev. She was born on January 25, 1930, in Albemarle County, Virginia to James William and Virginia Leona Critzer. Richard McDowell officiating. He is survived by his stepmother, Deanna Coffey (Cumberland, Va.); his best friend and wife, Shawn; his two sons, Jason Coffey (Jamie) (Pensacola, Fla.) and Blakely Coffey (Jenny) (Colorado Springs, Colo.); four stepchildren whom he loved as if they were his own, Jamie Ficor (Nicole), Erin Ficor, Amanda Ficor and Christine Ficor; his siblings, Denise Schmitt (Cumberland, Va.), Carol Sue Coffey Smith (Charles) (Powhatan, Va.), Rowlett Coffey (Robin) (Buckingham, Va.); and many nieces and nephews.He was a graduate of Midlothian High School, Liberty University (Bachelor of Science) and Virginia Union University (Master of Divinity).He retired from Chesterfield County Fire Department in 2004, having served 34 years as a Volunteer Firefighter, Dispatcher, Firefighter and Fire Investigator. Burial with full military honors will be at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery in Radcliff, KY at a later date. Mrs. Marion McMullin Tatum, January 1, 2021Marion McMullin Tatum passed away, January 1, 2021. Above all else, she was deeply dedicated to her family, whom she showered with love and care.Mary Frances is preceded in death by her beloved husband Frank Cloud, Jr., her parents Oscar and Georgia Burton, her stepmother Hester Burton, and her sister Ernestine Roller. During his tour in the Navy, he was the Communications Officer, Assistant Operations Officer and Top Secret Security Officer on the U.S.S. He was a lifelong Methodist, most recently as a member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church. The couple was married two years later on September 4, 1954.Cecil worked for Southern Bell and then was drafted into the army. Smith was predeceased by his brother, C. Richard Smith. Lee B. Sheaffer, November 5, 2020The Rev. The Rev. 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 . Sharon was active in her United Methodist Women circle and led a Grief Recovery Group at Providence United Methodist Church. She was a lifelong member of South Hill United Methodist Church and served in the choir, UMW, and teacher of the Alpha Bible Class for almost 50 years. After retiring in 1989 he served Hyco and Fairmount Park in Norfolk. David will be interred at the EcoEternity Forest at Camp Highroad. In retirement he served Parnassus and Grottoes, both in the Harrisonburg District.ObituaryThe Rev. William was a devoted fan of NASCAR but his life purpose was spreading the Lords word through his pastoral work. Ruths 12 brothers and sisters all lived near-by.Jean graduated from Huntingdon College in Montgomery, AL with a degree in Home Economics. The Rev. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Charles Insley Hurlock; and her husband, the Rev. Linwood is survived by his wife of almost 62 years, Barbara Daniel; sons Michael, David, and Jeff (Tammy); grandchildren, Sam Daniel, Jessica Daniel (Bryan), and Lauren Daniel (Ryan); as well as four adoring great-granddaughters and two step great-granddaughters.Linwood served three years as Corporal in the National Guard and has a BA degree and a Masters of Divinity Degree from Wesley Seminary in Washington D.C. Well done, Dad. Following his retirement from the federal government in 2012, he devoted his newly found free time to follow his calling as a pastor in the United Methodist Church, where he served and led a number of churches including Capron, Centenary (Jarratt) and his home church Monumental, all in the James River District, until the time of his passing. Amy Beth Coleman, Lead Pastor of Heritage UMC, Lynchburg, claimed the resurrection on Saturday morning, June 12, 2021. Better known by Gee to his family, George is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Carolyn W. Insley; children, Hope Insley Coleman (Bill) and Chris Insley (Sherry Hood); granddaughters, Alex Rice (Jacob) and Madi Griggs; great-granddaughter, Evalyn Rice, as well as numerous loving family members and dear friends.A celebration of Georges life took place 2 p.m. Saturday, July 2 at Trinity United Methodist Church, Poquoson, Virginia 23662 by the Rev. Reginald Reg Harrell Potts, III; parents, Carroll and Carrie Moore and sibling, Carroll Lee Moore (Gladys), Carrie is survived by her five children, Reginald H. Potts, IV (Susan), Carroll M. Potts (Jane), James S. Potts (Fiance, Kathy Scarberry), A. Caroline Chappell (Jay), Eleanor Lee Potts Lockhart (Todd); 12 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and beloved friends.A memorial service in Richmond will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 24th at Reveille United Methodist Church, 4200 Cary Street Rd, Richmond, VA 23221. A Celebration of Life and Faith will be held on Saturday, March 21, at 11:00 am at Wilmore United Methodist Church. VA 23803 Virginia 23803 (804) 863-4411 (804) 863-4411 (804) 863-4412 Email Us [email protected] Get Directions on Google Maps Drew Colby, pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas. He graduated from American University, Washington, DC and Candler School of Theology at Emory University, Atlanta, GA, and then served a pastor of several Methodist churches throughout Virginia. Raymond Elwood Pack, age 90 of Stuart, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2020, at the Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC. A memorial service will be held at St. Lukes United Methodist Church, 4101 Fordham Rd, Richmond,VA23236 on July 3, 2021 at 2:00 pm. The Rev. Hubbard was preceded in death by his parents: Charles W. Hubbard, Sr. and Martha Louise Hubbard. Paul Benjamin Davis Jr., 90, of Culpeper, died Sunday, September 12, 2021, at his residence. Harley R. Bender, June 2, 2020The Rev. 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. Raymond & Su supported her as their own child, Su is credited in introducing her to her partner in crime, Roger C. Balcom, after 6 years of dating, they married in 1958.Having been lifelong residents in the Northern, Va area, Carolyn and Roger settled in Sterling Va, where Carolyn utilized her skills as an RN for what would become 40 plus years, primarily working for INOVA. Norman H. Tucker and Annie Coleman Tucker. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 30, at Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Road, Richmond. and Union Theological Seminary in New York (M. Memorial Gifts may be made to Corinth United Methodist Church Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be sent towww.moodyfuneralservices.com. She retired in 1997. Over the years, Dudley served on the Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services Board for Hampton-Newport News, the Virginia Board of Behavioral Science, the Heritage Girl Scout Council, and the Board of the Wesley Foundation at William & Mary. The Rev. Billy G. Johnson, Sr., age 85, of Danville, VA, passed to his heavenly home on Thursday, August 5, 2021, at Stratford Rehabilitation Center in Danville, VA.The Rev. Information on a funeral service is not available at this time. He enjoyed teaching Bible studies at Second Presbyterian Church where he was known as a Methoterian. He was preceded in death by his father, Jesse Harrison Hobbs; his mother, Elizabeth Browder Hobbs Heath; his sister, Virginia Hobbs Pearson, and his brother, Jesse Hobbs.Herb was born in Leesburg, Virginia on April 17, 1934, and grew up in Hampton, Virginia. (Asbury.). She created a loving home at the 11 Methodist parsonages where they lived for their daughter, Kerrie, and son, Paul.Marian loved her family and delighted in happy hours poring over family documents and traveling to genealogical libraries on the east coast, researching nuggets of information about her extended family. Dr. Lee Sheaffer achieved resurrection on Thursday November 5, 2020.He served as a pastor in the EUB/United Methodist Church for over 50 years, serving many churches and as District Superintendent in three districts in the Virginia Conference. A graveside service will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Tifton, Georgia. He also had extensive studies at Butner Rehabilitation Center and Dix Hill Mental Hospital in Raleigh, NC.Bob served the United Methodist Church in the Virginia Conference. Marian was a wonderful mother to her children, a beloved teacher, a talented musician and a lifelong disciple of Jesus Christ. Care for Janets family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354. As the Virginia Annual Conference Lay Leader, Darlene, along with her husband Ollie, put many miles on their car as she traveled all over Virginia and the SEJ because she was in high demand as a speaker in local churches and church conferences. He was proceeded in death by the loves of his life, wives Betty Jean and Barbara.Vernie joined the Marine Corps at the age of 17 and served for 20 years retiring as a Master Sergeant having served in the Korean and Vietnam wars. Lindsey Funeral Homes. He rarely left his pulpit on a Sunday except for an annual vacation. She was a lady of love and devotion to family, and especially enjoyed new recipes and cooking, cultivating flowers and wild birds. She was born Norma Lucretia Haire on November 21, 1934, in the midst of the Great Depression and during a period in which the Roaring 20s and Depression-era mobsters were being mopped up and the ingredients of a world war were beginning to stir. Dr. Larry Adams, December 21, 2022Mollusk, VA Larry E Adams 78, of Mollusk passed away suddenly at his home on December 21, 2022.He was born on September 21, 1944 to the late Peyton and Nita Ray Adams. Anthony Pete Wadsworth, 84, of Winchester, Virginia passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020.The Rev. Harold was ordained as a United Methodist minister in 1961 and served 7 additional United Methodist Churches: Fairmont, Richmond; Louisburg Circuit; Macedonia, Raleigh; First Church, Lynchburg; Trinity, Poquoson; Belmont, Richmond; and Pender, Fairfax where he served from 1981 to 2001. She was a beloved grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother.She lived her life as a testimony to God, serving diligently with her husband in many churches throughout the United Methodist Conference of Virginia. Enter thou into the joy of thy Lord. (Matthew 25:21)Gerald was born to the late Harold W. Miller, Sr. and Susan B. Miller in Winchester, Virginia on March 3, 1938, and grew up in Woodstock, VA. Gerald was the youngest of four sons and was often called worm by his loving brothers. 2389 Obituaries. He made connections with people (his family and friends), places (his worldly travels and his beloved community in Wilsons), and things (the zillions of inventions he created for family and throughout his career. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio to the Rev. He spent many of his boyhood days on his grandparents farm during the Great Depression.When the United States became involved in World War II, Karl enlisted in the Marines at the age of 17, being only a junior at Shortridge High School in Indiana. The Rev. Family members who went before him and guided his path included his parents, Bernard C. Davis and Margaret W. Davis, his sister and brother-in-law, Grace and Herbert Davis, and his niece, Kareen Davis. Joseph E. Hammond, Sr. and the late Ruth Gilbert Hammond. She is survived by sisters Phyllis Hughitt and Barbara Bonner, and brother Ed Wilkins, and their extended families. Jennings loved the beach, books, needlepoint, and his dogsbut above all, his wife Delia. He grew up the eldest of three, farming tobacco, and lettering in three sports at Brunswick High School. She was born in Richmond on March 20, 1948, to Frank Hannon and Dorothy Lucille Moncure French. Hubbard most recently served as Pastor Emeritus at Orange Park United Methodist Church, 2051 Park Avenue, Orange Park, FL, where his Celebration of Life was held on April 5, 2022.Burial followed at Jacksonville National Cemetery with Military Honors.Many know Charles Hubbard as Commander Hubbard or Reverend Hubbard, but to his family he was Dad or Popsir. Wadsworth was a minister and faithful servant of God with the Winchester District of the United Methodist Church. By Colby Johnson. Interment will follow in Westhampton Memorial Park. Born November 17, 1932 in Fairmont WV, daughter of Claude and Dessie Lake. He served on several boards of the United Methodist Church and United Methodist colleges to help direct funds to those in need. Prior to her marriage, she worked for West Penn Power and was later employed at various times by the Daily Courier. Her beloved husband predeceased her in 2002.Bethel June was born August 25, 1928 to Andrew Burton Milam and Jessie (Webb) Milam in Raleigh County, West Virginia.

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