Darlene loved her family. Caldwell began ministry in 1965 and served as associate pastor under the Rev. Mrs. Mary Jane Ricketts, July 15, 2020Mary Jane Ricketts, 79, of Luray, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at her home.She was born on Aug. 28, 1940, in Montgomery, Ga., and was a daughter of the late Milage Hightower and Lucindy Almond Hightower.On June 9, 1967, she married the Rev. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. The burial will follow at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens in Suffolk, VA. Friends are invited to greet the family at Darlenes home following the burial.Monumental UMC, 450 Dinwiddie St., Portsmouth, VA 23704Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, 4569 Shoulders Hill Road, Suffolk, VA 23435. A special thanks to caregivers Sharon Tarpley, Rebecca Lilley, Betty Gaither, Annie Brown, Donna Dalton. For over 80 years, three generations of the Whitten family have led the way in funeral services for the greater Lynchburg area, serving the funeral needs of Lynchburg area families. About Located in Madison Heights, Whitten Monelison Chapel hosts funeral and memorial services for families in Amherst County, Virginia. She was the mother of the Rev. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church. Feel free to stop by any of our funeral homes to learn more about our funeral services or to plan ahead for yourself or a loved one. Lena was born December 31, 1924, in Marion County, South Carolina, to the late Rev. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Stanley Wright, and the Rev. Elizabeth "Sandy" C. CarterElizabeth C. Carter, known to most as "Sandy", age 65, of Culpeper, Virginia, passed on Monday, January 9, 2023, in Charlottesville, Virginia.The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until time of service at , Betty FarrarBetty R. Farrar, 85, of Culpeper, Va., passed away on January 7, 2023, at Culpeper Medical Center surrounded by family.Betty was born and raised in Lynchburg, Va., where she met husband Charles. He had a great sense of humor and loved animals, history, and genealogy.A private inurnment will be held at the South Roanoke UMC Columbarium. Please keep Chuck and his family in your prayers as they grieve this loss. Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research: michaeljfox.org/donate. He was a member of the Scottish Rite Southern Jurisdiction, the Khedive Temple A.A.O.N.M.S., and a Past President of the Williamsburg Shrine Club.In his retirement, Dudley reveled in watching UVA sports and attending class and fraternity reunions. Madison He was born on January 23, 1932 to the late Ralph and Leola (Sweeney) Hogue.He graduated from Bradford High School in Bradford, PA, Houghton College (Houghton, NY) and the United Theological Seminary (Dayton, OH). The Rev. Mrs. Acosta was predeceased by her husband, daughter Marilyn, and sister Bobby Jean. We accept obituaries only from the funeral home in charge. For those of us who were the fortunate recipients of his many letters, his words will forever be published in our hearts.Warners contributions to the United Methodist Church in Virginia, the Hermitage in Richmond and the Virginia United Methodist Homes system (now Pinnacle Living) are immeasurable. Mary VA was born October24, 1936 in Camden Arkansas, daughter of Ed and Inez Pace Garrett. She was born on January 29, 1930, in Norfolk, Virginia, daughter of Cha, Richard John Rentz, of Ormond Beach, loving husband and father, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at the age of 91.Richard was born on February 7, 1932, in Royal Oak, Michigan, to John Rentz and Anna Rozanka and graduate, Robert James KenefickRobert James Kenefick of Berryville, Va., formerly of Culpeper, Va., passed away on November 26, 2022. In 2013 she received her Masters of Divinity from the Virginia Union University and later served on the Virginia Conference Board of Ordained Ministry. The Rev. Madison County Eagle Obituaries Jean Thomasson Holmes , March 4, 2020Jean Thomasson Holmes, 91, passed peacefully into Jesus presence March 4, 2020, surrounded by her children. No flowers please. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Search Madison obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. He retired from that position in 1999 and he and his wife Betty returned to his beloved Pungo. He was raised primarily by his mother, since his father traveled as a coal mine inspector. Marion was a loving and caring ministers wife who would do anything for others. His appointments spanned the state including Trinity UMC in Lexington, Lower UMC in Hartfield, Lakeside UMC in Richmond, and Magnolia UMC in Suffolk. PO Box 56 410 N. Main Street Madison, Virginia 22727 Phone: 540 948-4421 Fax: 540 948-6732 FAX Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm. Funeral information is not available at this time. The Rev. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Burial will be private at Wild Rose Cemetery in Batesville, Va. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford is assisting the family. We will never sell your information or use it for any purpose except official Dignity Memorial correspondence. Beighley is survived by his daughter Mary Beighley of Brodnax, a sister Paulette Beighley and many loving cousins. Services are by Williams Funeral Home & Crematory of Lawrenceville, Va. Condolences may be expressed at www.williamsfuneralhomeva.com. We will miss her laughter, smile, wisdom, amazing personality, the humor, and most of all the ways our Lord worked through her.Surviving in addition to her husband, Wesley Thornberry of Staunton, Virginia, is a son, Daniel Keeton and wife Teri of Midland, Texas; a daughter, Kimberly Keeton and partner, Crystal of Woodward, Oklahoma; a sister, Dianne Sackrider and her husband Dale of Sun City, Arizona; two brothers, Jimmy Martin of Artesia, New Mexico and Chad Martin of Olton, Texas; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.A Celebration of life will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021 in the Saint Pauls United Methodist Church Family Life Center, Staunton, Virginia by Pastor and dear friend, Shawna Hiner.A Celebration of life will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday June 26, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church in Olton, Texas.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Gayles memory to the WCA, 4545 Empire Court, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408. Condolencesmay be sent to: Rev. AC was born in Amissville, Va., on November 8, 1931, to the late Albert Clark and Laura Woodward Corbin.He is survived by his children, Steve, Dennis Rodney GriffithDennis Rodney Griffith, 73, of Brandy Station, Va., passed away on January 1, 2023, at his home. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. of Ed error, 12 Prince William schools to get rooftop solar panels this year, Parents, students give school weapons-detection system a positive review, Bills to bolster career and technical education falter in General Assembly. He is also survived by four grandchildren: Brandon Roane (Robyn), Ashley Rogers and husband Mike, Bonnie White and husband Nick, and Matthew Walters; and by six great-grandchildren: Amy, Sam, and Ezekiel Rogers and MaryElla, Harris, and AnnaLeigh Roane.Mr. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. She subsequently transferred to American University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. Sunshine and a few afternoon clouds. Rhonda VanDyke, 104 Wagon Rd, Winchester, VA 22602. He graduated from Fairfield . Alice Helen WohllebenAlice Helen Wohlleben passed away on February 4, 2023, in Irvington, Va. She was born in Providence, R.I., on September 18, 1925, to the late Olive and Dr. Ernest Davis. Madison County, Last but not least he leaves behind his beloved Journey family.Pastor Mike grew up in Prince George, Virginia, graduating from Prince George High and Virginia Commonwealth University in Music Education, with studies at Duke Divinity School. Thomas Obed Madden IIIThomas Obed Madden, III, 76, of Elkwood, Va., passed away on December 20, 2022, at Mary Washington Hospital, Fredericksburg as a result of an intestinal infection complicated by Parkinson's disease.He is survived by h, James HalleyJames Francis "Jimmy" Halley, 82, of Fincher Drive, Rapidan, died on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 . 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. Deborah Ellen Lewis and her husband Roger Woodson Sherman and stepson Blair Philip Sherman of Charlottesville, VA; and his sonDavid Brian Lewis and his wife Amy Lynn Koeppen Lewisof Sarasota, FL. Larry died on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 1:40 p.m. at his home in Bedford. Cliff was a graduate of Cradock H. S., Virginia Wesleyan College and Wesley Theological Seminary (M. Div. The Rev. In retirement he served as Director of Interpretation and Promotion of United Methodist Volunteers in Mission in the Southeastern Jurisdiction for seven years. She was a lifelong resident of Boone County and attended Washington Heights First Church of God; a homemaker; and a dedicated grandmother. Throughout his ministry, Bills motto and devotion remained steadfast to Making Jesus Famous.Bill is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 52 years, Barbara Fisher. She graduated from Mary Washington College and worked at Mick or Mack Store, the Mary Baldwin College Bookstore and Fairfax Virginia Public School Libraries.She shared her big heart and love for everyone she encountered, was the kind of neighbor you always wanted to have and will be missed by everyone whose life she touched.A service of worship and celebration will be held at a later date at the Meredith Chapel of Sunnyside Retirement Community, Harrisonburg, Va.In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to The Fellowship Fund at Sunnyside Communities at 600-L University Blvd., Harrisonburg, VA. Officials at the Salem Civic Center welcomed fans to the annual Class 1, 2 and 3 state wrestling tournaments last weekend. He served his country in the United States Navy. Culpeper Branch NAACP opens new office in Lovers Lane business center, On 'emotional' day, female wrestlers finally get to compete for their own Virginia state title, Spanberger meets with Madison farmers in new part of 7th District, Residents speak against communication tower location, Most Virginia firearm bills fall victim to bipartisan stalemate, Mallory to speak at historical society meeting, Virginia farmers to get hero treatment on trading cards, Firehouse primary slated for May 6 to pick GOP nominee in State Senate 28th District, Mountaineers finish third at regional tournament. It strengthened her personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Gods grace and love was revealed to her through other believers.She will be loved and missed by all who knew her. The service for Mrs. Jay will be held at Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, Columbia, SC, on Thursday, May13, 2021 at 3 oclock with Father Michael Platanis officiating. In 1997 he retired as a pastor in the United Methodist Church of the Virginia Conference following 43 years of service. The plan to upgrade Madison County's public safety radio system has been in process for years and hinges on the creation of four separate towers, three of which have been, or are nearing completion. James T. Higgins and James L. Teeter, her two sisters, Jean Higgins and Joyce Smith, her brother, Norman (Buddy) Tucker and her daughter, Sharon Edwards. She was the daug. She served the Augusta Springs-Craigsville-Goshen Charge from 2005 until 2010 as she was also attending Eastern Mennonite University. She was born January 22, 1938, in Frankfort, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ray and Hazel White McKeever. The Rev. In 2020, Madison County, VA had a population of 13.2k people with a median age of 46.4 and a median household income of $63,482. He moved his membership to the Virginia Conference in 1982 where he served Monterey, South Franklin, Craddockville-Belle Haven, and Mathews Chapel. He turned 100 years old in August 2019. We hope you will join us now to fully appreciate and celebrate the Rev. Expressions of sympathy can be sent to: Rev. Michael Thomas Davis, February 11, 2020Arrangements for Michael Mike T. Davis: A Celebration of Life for Rev. He went on to serve Asbury Memorial, Stuart UMC (Danville District), and the Appomattox Circuit. Mildred Leftwich Hairston, 90, of Martinsville, VA, passed away, Saturday, February 25, 2023 in Mulberry Assisted Living in Martinsville, VA. Born March 4, 1932 in Pittsylvania County, VA, she was the daughter of the late Posey Leftwich and Lula Thornton Leftwich. Alternatively, or in concert with, you may find an opportunity to humbly bestow kindness upon others in the way that Carolyn lived her life. You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. She is under the care of the Cremation Society of Virginia. She graduated Cum Laude with a bachelor's , Helen S. FrazierHelen S. Frazier, 93, of Culpeper, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Culpeper Health and Rehab. The address is 211 Russell Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 23277. They married in October 1958, shortly after Clyde enlisted in the United States Army where he would proudly serve his country for the next few years. Mrs. Marion McMullin Tatum, January 1, 2021Marion McMullin Tatum passed away, January 1, 2021. Retired since 1992, she began her ministerial career in 1974 at Callaghan. Retiring to Fayetteville, PA in 1988; Barbara became very involved at Calvary UMC holding several offices in both the church and the United Methodist Women. Following Mikes footsteps toward glory are his wife, Betsey Lee Davis, his sons and daughters, Clint and Mandi Davis and Kelly and Scott Turner. The whole county rallied around Mamie and prayed for this little girl to live. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. 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. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakeys.com. Reginald Reg Harrell Potts, III in 1954.Carrie taught business subjects and English for six years in Poquoson, Highland Springs, and Warwick. Our experienced team and funeral directors will walk you through each step, ensuring you're comfortable with every detail. Wagner was preceded in death by her father, Claude Swanson Brown; mother, Mattie Sue Musgrove Brown; husband, James Henry Bandy; son, James Michael Bandy (Donna); sisters, Melva Brown, Mary Lovelace, Hattie Blankenship, Irene Simmons, Doris Mitchell, and Betty Clark; and brother, Harold Swanson Brown.She was born in Franklin County, Va., graduating from Franklin County High School. Virginia obituaries and death notices, 1985 to 2023. Rev. Graveside service will be private. A private burial will be at Hollywood Cemetery, and a celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Doyle Weston Wyatt, February 19, 2020The Rev. 271 talking about this. Todd Guess. A memorial service is being planned for this summer in Clydes home state of Virginia. Clyde was very successful in his calling and touched many, many lives. 54 Boydton. Dr. Thomas was predeceased by his beloved wives Nancy Perdue Thomas and Pauline Ellingsworth Thomas and one grandson. There was no one who met her who did not respect and love her. When word reached Madison Countians Sunday night that longtime educator and coach Michael Scott "Mike" Sacra, 51, had died, expressions of disbelief and prayers for his family began pouring in. Donald VanDyke, the father of the Rev. The Rev. 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. He also worked for the United Way for a period of time.There will be no visitation; services will be held privately. He was born August 18, 1920 in Cheriton, VA, the third child of Edgar Alvin Crumb, Sr. and Nell Howlett Crumb, both of whom predeceased their children. The Rev. She and Bill were married for 61 years and she traveled with him all over the world. Offers may not be applicable at all locations or in all states. Her Nursing interest was spurred by the encouragement from her mother, her uncle Raymond Hodges and his wife Sophia (Su) Hodges ,who wanted her to be independent. Karen Parks, wife of the Rev. He will be laid to rest later this year, with a full military service burial at Arlington Cemetery, Virginia. Milford C. Rollins died Sunday, September 13, 2020. Durkovich. Sheaffer had a long association with Shenandoah University. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Asbury University for Current Scholarship in memory of Christine Hahn Kidd. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, January 29, 2023, by Cecil Rowlett at the Morgan & Nay Fu. A livestream of the service may be viewed by visiting her obituary on the funeral home webpage at www.shivesfuneralhome.com. He started his pastoral ministry at Corinth United Methodist Church in Goochland, Va., and was Pastor of Brookland United Methodist Church, Richmond, Va., upon his death.Dickie never met a stranger and was never one to say, I dont have time for that. When asked, How are you? his response was always, Mah-velous. He had the gift of patience and his fondest wish in life was that we all love Jesus and love one another.There will be a Celebration of Life at Grace Church (2240 Cranbeck Road, Richmond, Va. 23235) on Saturday, April 10, at 11 a.m. Everyone is asked to wear a mask and practice social distancing. 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. 73 Broad St, Pr. Stan served for 10 years on the executive committees of the Annual Conferences in Zaire. He served as the Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons in Virginia, Past Master of Lake Drummond Lodge No. Family and friends will be celebrating the life of the Rev. He began his ministerial service in 1953 at Cascade. 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. 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. He served as an adjunct professor at the Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond and for a brief time at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C. On Wednesday, fire officials from Madison, Orange, Stanardsville and Ruckersville responded to a fire in the sanctuary of the approximately 140-year-old Wolftown church. He served on the Roanoke District and the Danville District. Lonnie was born in New Martinsville, W.Va., on August 5, 1950, son of the late Daryl and Maxine (Rothlisberger) Ison.He was a coal min, Joyce Jean RichardsJoyce Richards, 91, died on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at the Willow Estates Retirement Community, located in Penn Laird, Va. Joyce was born on September 25, 1931, to the late Elmer and Mollie Dean. He was born in Leesburg, VA, on March 31, 1958, to Rev. Chance of rain 70%. Bob was born in Harford, Pennsylvania on May 28th, 1941. During his 16 years at Ocran, the plans for the new church were developed and the church was built and paid for. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Marilyn Acosta, 91, died Tuesday, August 18, 2020, at Manor Care in Richmond, VA. Born September 20, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Matilda Fitzpatrick. Mrs. Holly M. Hensley. He is also survived by four precious grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Elwood Carwile officiating. He married his darling wife, Sandra Irvin Kidd on November 22, 1980. 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.