George graduated from Poquoson High School in 1958 and attended the Newport News Shipyard Apprentice School from which he graduated and started a career as a Cost Engineer for the Newport News Shipyard.In the early 1970s, George felt his resources could better be used as a minister in the United Methodist Church. Hubbard has served the New Bethel Motley Charge, planted Christ UMC in Fairfax Station, VA, and was appointed to Zion Grace United Methodist in Norfolk, VA before retiring to Fleming Island, FL in 1996. Todd Guess. Faulkner Funeral Homes, Foster-Faulkner Chapel, Mathews, is assisting the family with the arrangements. She lived long enough to welcome and enjoy eleven great-grandchildren. 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. Bill entered Wesley Theological Seminary, earning a Bachelor of Sacred Theology in 1964 and a Master of Sacred Theology in 1968. Your love and support was deeply appreciated. She loved landscaping and was a Master Gardner. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Middlesex Volunteer Rescue Squad, (P.O. Gilbert Francis Cofer, 99, of Lewisetta, Va., died peacefully in his favorite chair on January 4, 2021.Born in Eunice, West Virginia on February 2, 1921, Rev. He was a member of the Virginia Annual Conference, The United Methodist Church, until he entered the church triumphant June 19th, 2013. A private graveside service with immediate family only will be held at Franklin Memorial Park with Covid-19 precautions being followed. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. In her retirement, Pam served at Bluemont UMC and Roszell Chapel UMC in Loudoun County, VA since July of 2020.Pamela is survived by her daughter, Tammy (Rick) McMahon, and her son, Harold P. Hammons, Jr. as well as her 6 grandchildren and a sister and a brother in New York. In 1977 Don was appointed as a scientific advisor to the Virginia House of Delegates. After retiring from teaching, she graduated from Duke Universitys Divinity School and became a local pastor at Asbury United Methodist Church in Cradock, Virginia. William S. Ferguson, who predeceased her in 2016 after 64 years of marriage; a son, Paul Frederick Ferguson; and grandson, Justin Kyle Ferguson. 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. Thereafter, he graduated from Yale University Divinity School in 1955. Pisgah, and Clover Hill, all in the Shenandoah Valley. The Rev. Born in Harrisonburg, VA on September 19, 1946, Sue grew up in Franklin, WV, daughter of the late Helen. After moving to Virginia in 1963 she was a bridal consultant for the Modern Bridal Shop in Falls Church, VA. She was honored to be a ministers wife for six different churches in Virginia and was married for 73 years. Norman H. Tucker and Annie Coleman Tucker. Mrs. Louise B. Wagner, October 18, 2020Mrs. 60 Austin Ave. 61 Franktown-Johnsons. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Gayle then came to Virginia in 2004 and became the Pastor at Crimora United Methodist Church. Dr. Robert Lee Russell of the home; one daughter, Rhonda Marie and Tommy Richardson of the home; one son, Robert Lee and Kermora Russell of Fredericksburg, VA; five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren also survive.The family will receive friends at the New Beginnings Church in Whitetop on Thursday from 1:00-2:00 PM with a graveside service to follow in the Miller Cemetery in Whitetop with Rev. Marian is survived by her sisters, Emily Pritchard Saunders Pendleton and Garnette Ruth Saunders Teass. Mrs. Bonnie Charnock Fisher, December 25, 2022Bonnie Charnock Fisher, 75, entered her heavenly home on December 25, 2022. This experience confirmed Marys interest in entering the ministry. Dr. Raymond Fitzhugh Wrenn, 103, of Winchester VA, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2022 at the Winchester Medical Center.Raymond was born in Herndon, VA to Raymond Nicholas Wrenn and Winnie V. Holden Wrenn on June 25, 1918. The Rev. Dr. Victor Gomez will officiate. His Christian walk of love, grace, mercy, and forgiveness was a testimony to all who knew him. Interment followed at Mountain View Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Three Oaks Fellowship United Methodist Church, P.O. David also has five great-grandchildren, Maddox, Faith, Rory, Calliope, and Isaac.In keeping with Davids focus of outdoor ministry, the family will have a Celebration of Life at Camp Highroad on September 10th at 10:30am with the Rev. Jackson, Winchester, and Stephenson before retiring from Emmanuel United Methodist Church in 1987.Mr. The Rev. There will be a small graveside service and a celebration of life at the church at a later date. He loved working with his hands on home projects as evidenced by his tool collection, some of which he received from his dad.A private funeral will be held later at Danville Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Captain Campbell is the father of Holly Siegle, wife of the Rev. Online condolences may be sent through our websitewww.crowderhitecrews.com. As a Pastor I have visited the sick, buried the dead, performed marriage celebrations, counseled those in need, and also performed Word, Order, and Sacraments.Before being called to ministry he worked at Burlington in Altavista, and as an auto and heavy machinery mechanic. He also studied at Asbury Theological Seminary in Kentucky for his post-ministerial studies and received his certification in Marriage and Family Therapy from Menninger. Church, Blossburg PA (1994-1995). Robert James Thorne, June 8, 2020The Rev. His true passion was as a philatelist, collecting, sorting and selling postage stamps worldwide. A reception will be held in the Fellowship Hall following the service. Jeanette Combs, widow of the Rev. Additionally, she is pre-deceased by her Davis brothers-in-law Richard, Earl, Bill, Tip, Howard, Johnnie, and Herbert, sisters-in-law Beth, Jane, and Anne, nephews Dickie, Andrew, and John, cousin Debbie, and daughter-in-law Frances Chewning Davis.Bettys funeral will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 11:00 am at Williams Funeral Home, 410 Windsor Avenue, Lawrenceville, Virginia 23868. Barbara Lewis; son, the Rev. Parker was nominated by the Virginia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church for Rural Pastor of the Year, 1990.In his own words, I have served Christ through His Church. He retired in 1982. Burial was held at Zirkle Cemetery, New Market VA on Sunday afternoon, March 7. The two shared a blessed marriage of 42 years together.In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Gary and Edward Petry.Lowell received a bachelors degree in religious studies at Saint Leo College in St. Leo, FL and later a masters degree in theology from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology of Virginia Union University. He served as a minister at five United Methodist congregations in the Virginia Conference, Halifax UMC, Melrose UMC of Lottsburg, St. Lukes UMC of Yorktown, Walker Chapel UMC of Arlington, South Roanoke UMC and Blacksburg UMC.Don was a Christian gentleman, a loving husband and father, a good friend, a fine pastor, and a skilled wood crafter. *Services on 3/28/22 can be viewed at https://stjamesportsmouth.blogspot.com/?m=1. Briggs and Liam Briggs; Sisters Marion Counts (Butch); Charlotte Spencer; May Lou Wood (Ham); and multiple nieces and nephews.She spent 38 years as a volunteer at Riverside Walter Reed Hospital. She was preceded in death by her sister, Nancy Via.The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 29, 2022 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Jones Funeral Home in Winchester. View Recent Obituaries . 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. Bettie Jean Vanhook, March 4, 2021The Rev. Janet served several Methodist churches as a Pastor, BMW charge in Winchester, Va., Accomack Charge on the Eastern Shore of Va., Melrose UMC in Lottsburg, Va., Fieldale UMC, Fieldale, Va. and Grace/Greenwood UMCs in Marion, Va. Janet had a special place in her heart for the UMC church and children of El Salvador.She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Helen Farrow; and brother, George Farrow, Jr.Janet is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Tracy Grissett; two sisters, Margaret Stackhouse (Warren) and Joyce Ewell; two brothers, Chuck Farrow (Gayle) and Al Farrow (Chris); several nieces and nephews; and her puppy dogs.Memorial services will be held Monday, November 8, 2021 at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 115 South Church St., Marion, Va. 24354, with the Reverend Dr. James Bennington officiating. Harrisonburg | dnronline.com - Daily News-Record He served 25 years with the Salvation Army including being stationed at the Danville, VA location in 1978. He furthered his education by obtaining degrees from Lord Fairfax Community College, Shenandoah University, Wesley Theological Seminary, and Duke Divinity School. He is also survived by his sister Patricia Ann Lewis of South Hill, VA; his brother Dale Daniel Lewis and his wife Kathryn Ann Lewis of Hopewell, VA; and his sister-in-law Carol Lee Shutt of Williamsburg, VA; in addition to many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was the surviving spouse of the Rev. Marie Powell Pack, age 93 of Stuart, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Kings Grant in Martinsville. Mary passed away on her birthday, February 15, 2017. She died May 31, 2021. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by. Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Madeline Fries and William Turner Anderson of Winchester; her beloved husband of 66 years, The Rev Dr. Lee B. Sheaffer; son, Jonathan Bruce Sheaffer; brother, Bill Anderson; and grandson Dr. Aaron Sheaffer.Sue was a graduate of John Handley HS 53, She attended Shenandoah College, where she met and married a handsome young ministerial student, Lee Sheaffer. Her primary vocation, however, was as a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. There were many days on this walk he was accompanied by church members, a fellow pastor, and his son Clay. Dean was also active in the Boy Scouts of America, serving as a Cub Master and Scout Master. After moving to the Richmond area, she was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church on Forest Avenue, Richmond, Va., and a life member of the United Methodist Women. Dabney Walters, May 20, 2021The Rev. She encouraged a love of art and music attending every grandchilds concert or play. During the years 1949-1973, in addition to his local church and conference duties, he attended Randolph-Macon College and Union Theological Seminary in Richmond and earned the degrees of Bachelor of Arts, Master of Divinity, and Doctor of Ministry. The family will receive friends at 10 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 9801 Fort King Road, Richmond, Virginia. His father died 1 month short of Dick receiving his Eagle Scout status at the age of 13, breaking a connection at an early age but forging a new young man who was now in charge of helping himself, and his mother, survive lean times.As a young adult, Dick attended Purdue University and became involved in the Navy ROTC. She loved poetry and published a small chapbook, Watermark. She was born on August 31, 1921 in Dayton, Virginia and was the daughter of the late Carl A. and Sallie Bell Fravel. 30 OES in Mathews. We celebrate her new life now residing with Jesus, as we know she had the best New Year ever.Services to be held at Williams Funeral Home, Lawrenceville, Virginia on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 3 p.m. with Rev. She knew what it was like to be a servant of God and proved it again and again. Kathy was the proud and patient mother to Adam, Andrea, Jennifer, Drew, and Patricia. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.A visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. Dean played basketball at Hermitage high school, class of 1967. The Rev. She was born in South Hill, VA on April 13, 1928 to Luther and Claudia Thomasson. He was a police chaplain for the Harrisonburg and Broadway Police Department.On Oct. 1, 1983, he married the former Tara DeButts, who survives.Also surviving are one son, Scott Langston, and wife, Allyson, of Staunton; one granddaughter, Madi Langston; one sister, Kristina Ibanez, and husband, Juan, of Texas; one brother, Kenneth Langston, and wife, Shirley, of Texas; one sister-in-law, Sharon Richardson and husband, Rich, of Virginia; beloved dogs, Graham and Addison; and numerous nieces and nephews.Drs. Russell was born on August 10, 1949, in Bluefield, WV to John Robert and Helen Marie Insminger Koval. Robert C. Painter and her children, Mark I. Williams, Holly B. Seay and Peggy A. DeRaad. From there, he and his family moved to Virginia Beach where he was appointed as pastor of Princess Anne Plaza United Methodist Church from 1963 to 1968. News - WHSV He enjoyed reading, writing, fishing, camping, traveling, gardening, and babysitting his grandchildren.The Rev. Ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Clarence A. William P. Combs, died December 19, 2022. The family moved to New Market, VA when Ken was 12. on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at Oakeys Vinton Chapel with Pastor Rob Colwell officiating. Mrs. Delia Jennings, December 2, 2021Delia Jennings, 77, of Locust Grove, VA passed away, December 2, 2021.She was born in Fresno, California, April 2, 1944. The Rev. Our precious Doreen Messner went to be with the Lord and Savior on January 27, 2023, and was joyfully reunited with her father, mother, brother, and other loved ones who have gone on before her. As an Ordained Elder in the Virginia Annual Conference, he served United Methodist Churches across the Commonwealth for 34 years. Born on August 2, 1935, the son of Walter and Viola Johnson Baker of Four Oaks, N.C.He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Charlotte Cobb Baker; stepson, Andrew L. Frame (Elizabeth Herndon Frame) whom he called his children; four devoted cousins, Larry Williams (Sylvia), Rodney Williams (Carolyn), Mike Williams (Linda) and Andrew Williams (Pat), all of North Carolina; brother-in-law, George Ty Cobb (Barbara) of Lake Monticello, Va.; many good friends from Fork Union Baptist Church; and neighbors and members of Genes previous churches. In 1983, he received an honorary Doctor of Ministry degree from Emory & Henry College.On August 24, 1957, he married the former Elizabeth Reeves Gamble of Louisville, Ky. She was the Homemaker of the year while in High School and was the Employee of the Month while working at Northwestern Community Services. Elinor Dalton, 84, passed away on August 17, 2022. Throughout the course of 45 years of service, he served the congregations at Langhorne Chapel UMC, Bethany, Indian Hill, and Earlys Chapel United Methodist churches in Rustburg and Concord, VA. (1977-1982) Amissville UMC, in Amissville, VA, (1982-1990) Jeffersonton UMC, Jeffersonton, VA, (1982-1984) Trinity and Tabernacle UMC in Amelia, VA, (1990-2002) Bethany and Oakland UMC, Bedford Co. VA. (2002-2010). She is survived by three children, Nancy Love (Grady), Liz Hawk (Ken), and Robert Acosta (Andrea). He was a loving, supportive, and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and minister whose memory will be cherished by family and friends forever.In light of the current pandemic, an appropriate celebration of the Rev. Elinor Dalaton, August 17, 2022The Celebration of Life service for the Rev. Hubbard is a retired US Navy Commander starting in enlisted ranks and becoming a commissioned officer, retiring after 27 years. He began preaching on the South Culpeper Circuit in 1955. The couple was married two years later on September 4, 1954.Cecil worked for Southern Bell and then was drafted into the army. He is survived by his daughter, Sherry Otstot, and her husband, Charlie; two grandchildren, Adam Otstot and his wife, Tori, and Kate Crump and her husband, Scott; one great-granddaughter, Cassidy Otstot; and two great-grandsons, Sawyer Otstot and Grayson Crump. Linwood E. Daniel of Chesterfield, VA passed away on August 8, 2022. James A. Messner who died in 2016.A graduate of Shenandoah University in Winchester, VA, Linda worked as a registered nurse for various hospitals.Linda is survived by: three sons, Matthew, David (Tina), and Philip (Michele); three granddaughters, Marissa, Lara, and Skylar.There will be no public service. Reservations may be made for the memorial service by calling MUMC at 757-397-1297. Reginald Reg Harrell Potts III, passed from life to life everlasting on January 19, 2020. Memorial donations can be made to: Calvary UMC Mission Fund, 150 Norlo Dr., Fayetteville, PA 17222. During this time, he completed his Bachelors Degree in Philosophy and Religion at Eastern Mennonite College. He served as a minister for congregations in Greensville County, Brunswick County, Isle of Wight County, and currently at Rodes United Methodist Church in Afton, VA. Lowell was a U.S. Navy veteran having served his country honorably for nine and a half years. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Grace United Methodist Church in the Spring. He earned his degree in Bible/Christian Ministries from Eastern Mennonite University and attended Candler School of Theology at Emory University.Over his near 40-year ministry in the United Methodist Church, Bill pastored 13 appointments across Virginia and Georgia: 1969-1972 Brookneal Charge; 1972-1976 Keezletown UMC; 1976-1978 Hillcrest UMC; 1978-1980 Page UMC; 1980-1981 Massanutten Charge; 1981-1982 Ebenezer UMC (GA); 1982-1983 Monterey Charge; 1983-1986 Jollivue UMC; 1986-1990 Carson UMC; 1990-1994 King William Charge; 1994-1996 Keysville UMC; 1996-2004 Boonsboro UMC; 2004-2009 Toms Brook UMC. Donald A. Baird, age 101, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2021, in Pittsburgh, PA. Kenneth Eugene Whetzel, February 14, 2023Kenneth Eugene Whetzel, 87, of Harrisonburg, VA passed away on February 14, 2023 of natural causes. Aldas earliest memories were of the wartime occupied Netherlands, and her lifetime dedication to care of others was rooted in those memories. Martha was a member of the Shiloh UMC in Clary, VA. A lifelong choir member, she played piano and flute until recently, often assisting her husband in his church services. Wearing masks is strongly encouraged. During his long tenure as a United Methodist minister, the Rev. Services entrusted to Salyer Funeral Home, Inc. on Chincoteague Island, VA. Condolences may be made online atwww.salyerfh.com.Expressions of sympathy can be sent to his wife, Debby DeLoach at: 37311 Spar Court, Greenbackville, VA 23356. He will be remembered for the 101 bluebird houses he built to give to family and friends and the thousands of letters he wrote. She married Jon Ross in 1971 and the couple had five children. Smith was predeceased by his brother, C. Richard Smith. She loved her God and the Methodist faith. She is survived by her husband of almost 67 years, Laurence Hershey King, whom she married on October 10, 1953; three sons, Randall Philip King, Steubenville, OH, Stephen Parker King (Lisa Maria Showalter King), Lovettesville, VA, Mark Hershey King (Tracey Ann Glavin King), Manassas, VA; five grandsons, S. Adam King (wife Kadie), David King (wife Lindsay), Cameron King, Joshua King (wife Jackie), and Evan King; and 4 great-grandchildren, Jack, Parker, Aaron, and Ella.Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2020, at 2 PM at Calvary United Methodist Church 150 Norlo Drive, Fayetteville, PA 17222, where Pastor Suzanne Elliott and Rev. Please keep the family in your prayers. She is also survived by her daughters Patti and Sandra, and sons Calvin and Michael. Bill was always proud that they were debt free in their personal lives. Mrs. Martha Speight Erbach, October 2, 2020Mrs. The Rev. Box 70, Oldhams, VA 22529.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Evelyn Emma Roberts please visit our Tribute Store. 83 Mt Tabor, H. 87 Nokesville. Because of COVID-19, a memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to South Roanoke UMC, 2330 Jefferson St., Roanoke, VA 24018 or to the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Scholarship of the Carilion Foundation Fund, P.O. Mary Frances Cloud, April 25, 2020Mary Frances Cloud completed her lifes journey on April 25, 2020. Dr. F. Douglas Dillard proceeded her in death in 2005. He facilitated at many weddings and baptisms, married his son to Elisabeth, got to baptize both of his grandchildren, and officiated in the shotgun wedding of his best friend and special brother Craig Hayden to Maryhelen. In Zaire, he was a teacher, a builder, and a school principal. Dickie started his journey in Scouting as a child and proudly saw both of his sons become Eagle Scouts. He also became a Master Mason. Mrs. Martha Harrell Davenport, February 12, 2022Martha Harrell Davenport, 92, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022. Mr. Coffey helped to organize and staff the first Conference of Religious Arts in the Virginia Council of Churches. They retired in this area because of the lovely people and the beauty of the mountains. Jean graduated with a Masters Degree in Christian Education and Glenn with his Master of Divinity.Jean and Glenn were married on August 16, 1950. (91 Antioch-Falmouth. Eugene Johnson Baker, August 14, 2022Eugene Johnson Baker, of Lake Monticello, Va., died peacefully on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at the age of 87. In fact, Harrisonburg, VA newspaper articles originally published Virginia obituaries. Don't Threaten. John S. Davenport, Jr.Martha is survived by her son David Davenport and his wife, Paula; daughter, Miriam Fischer and her husband Eric; grandchildren, Christopher Yost and his wife, Christina, and Cameron Yost and his fiance, Eisha; and grandchildren, Madison and Tia Davenport; nieces and nephews Larry Harrell, Ray Lyles, Don Chandler, Livia Harper, Suzanne Stinson, Gregory Davenport, Virginia Lynn Haiderer and the late Ike Harrell, Jr., and Vivian Counts.A special thank you to the owners and staff of Lizas Residential Care in Virginia Beach for taking wonderful care of Martha for the past year until her passing.A funeral service will be held for Martha in Aldersgate/New Creation United Methodist Church by Rev. PASTORAL RECORD: REISS, BONNIE ALMA P96-D96-E98-F98 VA: [94 Associate, Bethel, Alexandria.] He retired from active ministry in 2002. The Rev. His daughter, Lenoir was his partner and continues teaching the classes. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Kenneth served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.He is survived by his son, Stephen Dale James (Vicky M.), of Greensboro; stepson, Lyle M. Friel, Jr (Jean), of Farmington, NY; grandson, Kevin Stewart James (Lindsey), of Scottsdale, AZ; great-grandson, Braxton S. James, of Raleigh; great-granddaughter, Kennedy Anne James, and great-grandson, Marcus S. James, of Scottsdale Arizona; seven step-grandchildren; thirteen step-great-grandchildren; nine step-great-great-grandchildren; as well as several other family members and friends whom he loved.The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Friends Home at Guilford Residents Assistance Fund, 925 New Garden Rd., Greensboro, NC 27410.
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