While retired, Richard visited the Mediterranean, the Baltic, Antarctic and Artic regions, and he and Elizabeth generously hosted many family cruises to Europe and the Caribbean.Richard was preceded in death by his beloved wife on December 7, 2016, after 59 years of marriage. She married the love of her life, William A. Garland Michael Huffman of the Virginia Conference.Surviving are her children, Jason T. Fuller and Daren Fuller (Rhonda); stepchildren, Michele Huffman and Meghan Huffman; and two grandchildren, Charles Fuller and Mary Ellis Fuller.At Patricias request, there will be a private family get-together at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Buena Vista Rescue Squad. She served as President of the Southeastern Jurisdiction (SEJ) Annual Conference Lay Leaders and the National President of Annual Conference Lay Leaders. There he met Jewell, the love of his life. A native of Morleys Wharf, he was the son of the late Elisha T. Pruitt and the late Mary Parks Pruitt. Cynthia Lee Frye, August 13, 2021Word has been received that the Rev. As a United Methodist Ministers spouse, Nancy spread the good news of Christs love from coast to coast and flat lands to mountains within the Virginia Conference.Nancy is survived by her husband of 63 years Rev. Ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Clarence A. We're your Chevrolet dealership serving Charlottesville, Winchester, and Staunton. He went on to serve Rocky Mount (Franklin County), Phoebus (Hampton), Centenary (Portsmouth), Faith (Alexandria), and Crawford (Dinwiddie). He grew up in the large St. Luke United Methodist Church in Columbus, GA, attending Sunday School, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and youth activities. George died on July 12, 2019.Jean worked as a school teacher and was a full-time Methodist ministers wife playing the organ, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School serving wherever needed. The Rev. Reservations are not necessary for the graveside service. Keri Lynn Burkholder Marston, April 22, 2022Keri Lynn Burkholder Marston, 39, passed from the church militant to the church triumphant Friday, April 22, 2022.She is survived by her husband, Chris, two daughters Rebecca and Rachael; parents Gerry Reed and Barry Lee Burkholder, Uncle Lee Reed, Aunt Cecille Burkholder; special cousins Margie (John) Shaw, Dan Kane; in-laws, Dawn and Jimmy Hartman, grandmother in-law, Violet Marston; brothers-in-law Jason (Katie) Marston, Jonathan (Lauren) Marston and their families; cousins Pam (Randy) Pletcher, Kim Burkholder, Patty Zink and families.She was preceded in death by grandparents Betty and Elvin Reed, Roseanna and Walter Burkholder; cousin, Jeannie Lee Reed Kane; Uncle Stanley Burkholder; father-in-law, G. Michael Marston; grandfather-in-law, Garnett Marston; grandparents-in-law, Gail and O. Graham Sullivan.Keri grew up in Mechanicsville and the Burkeville/Farmville areas. He was the son of the late Joseph Daniel and Carolyn Burruss Owen. Herbert G. Hobbs, October 28, 2022The Rev. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Tom Murphy and Franklin Gillis will conduct a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 14, at Sunset Drive United Methodist Church in Broadway. 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. As a musician, she was a soprano who played the piano and auto-harp. She was born on April 8, 1950 in Harrisonburg and was the daughter of the late Joseph L. and Irene Rosalee Holley. Herbs many appointments gifted him with amazing years of treasured friends and memories.One unique highlight in his career came with the opportunity to serve as the chaplain Rev for the Virginia Tech Football Team for fourteen years. Mrs. Patricia Hawkins Huffman, July 15, 2022Mrs. Walter Allen Whitehurst, 86, died January 4, 2020 in Virginia Beach. Jeane Dunkum (retired); children, Wesley Earl Wes Dunkum III of Richmond and Betty Dunkum Patten of West Palm Beach, FL; two step-children, Sarah Gibson and Eric Johnson; three grandchildren and four step-grandchildren.Funeral service with the Rev. He left Chase City to join two other ministers and attended the University of England for two years. The Rev. She was an avid sports fan and she enjoyed rooting for the Capitals, the Nationals, D.C. United and the Ohio State Buckeyes, as well as her childrens and grandchildrens sports teams.Kathy leaves behind her five children, Adam [Amy] Ross of Winchester, Andrea Ross of Berryville, Jennifer Ross of Berryville, Drew [Heather] Ross of Hagerstown, MD, and Patricia [Ben] Kimbrell of Winchester, as well as her five grandchildren, Harrison Ross, Lily Ross, Scarlett Synnott, Winslow Kimbrell, and Elodie Kimbrell, and also one sister (Linda Myers of Troy, Ohio) and three brothers (Michael J. He was born May 28, 1928, in Columbia, SC, the son of William Clifton and Mary Irene Palmer Martin.He married Marilyn Nadine Neeley in 1948 and recently celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary.He completed his undergraduate degree at Trevecca Nazarene College in Nashville and received his Masters of Divinity from The Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City, MO.Professionally, Bill retired as Command Chaplain, 18th Airborne Corps, and Fort Bragg in 1983 after 30 years of service. Condolences to the family may be sent to The Jester Living Trust c/o Anderson & Desimone, PC; Attention Christopher Desimone, 4923 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, Virginia 24018 who will forward them to the family. He leaves 5 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, one step great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.Arrangements made through Welch Funeral Home, 10300 Richmond Rd., Warsaw, VA 22572. William Ernest Hogge, of Irvington, passed away Friday, June 24, 2022. He will be greatly missed by both family and the many congregations he served.In lieu of flowers it was Dr. Sheaffers request that donations be made to the Lee B & Sue A Sheaffer Scholarship fund at Shenandoah University: The Office of Advancement, Shenandoah University, 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA 22601. After his retirement in1995, he served at the St.Luke U.M. In addition to his daily work in the church office, most evenings involved prayer meetings, Bible studies, committee meetings, and social events centered around the church. Dr. Gerald Mowery Millers life will be held at a future date. 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. He served chaplaincies in a funeral home, a mental health facility, a prison, and several hospice organizations for many years. She was the wife of the late Rev. Sharon was a graduate of J.R. Tucker High School, Longwood University, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Regent University. He enjoyed painting and was a big supporter of the arts.In addition to his wife, survivors include two daughters, Kathryn Knox Maeder and husband Troy of Marietta, GA and Karen Knox McMullen and husband Todd of Fredericksburg, VA; and two granddaughters, Alexandra Maeder and Abigail Maeder, both of Atlanta, GA.A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 15, 2021, in the Chapel at Front Street United Methodist Church at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Rev. Bishop Eutsler was assigned to the Holston Area until his retirement in 1988. 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. Information on a funeral service is not available at this time. During his 16 years at Ocran, the plans for the new church were developed and the church was built and paid for. He often shared his hope to have a dozen Grandchildren and this summer received that blessing, Nicholas Joseph Adams.Larry had promised his boys that he would write a book about his childhood memories of Summit, Mississippi. She loved and cared for precious and dear things, whether they be little prettily decorated finger bowls or a childs stuffed toy lamb.Upon his disability from a series of strokes, she and her husband retired to their family home in Arthur, W. Va., in 1989 where she cared for him until his death in 1992. He was a skilled pianist and cartoonist whose generous spirit, uplifting music and quirky humor brought smiles to many.His ancestry qualified him to be a member of the Jamestowne Society, the National Society of Washington Family Descendants, and the Sons of the American Revolution. She liked to cook, sew and knit and was an avid reader. He was born August 24, 1931, in Charlottesville to the late Paul and Wilmina Davis. Online condolences may be sent through our websitewww.crowderhitecrews.com. Mrs. Shirley Louise Coffey Wingfield, January 3, 2021Shirley Louise Coffey Wingfield, entered into Eternal Rest, January 3, 2022, in Florida. There will be a Celebration of Life once that is possible post-pandemic. Harold Lee Hicks, April 30, 2022The Rev. More information regarding services and the familys wishes will be shared as it becomes available.ObituaryChaplain (Colonel) William Avery Bill Martin passed away Monday, August 3, 2020, in his residence. In addition to her husband and parents, Shirley was predeceased by her sister Audrey Metzger and her brothers, Wayne Metzger, Gerald Metzger, Kenneth Metzger, and Clyde Metzger. B. Milam, and sister, Janet Susannah McCoy predeceased her. Horeb, White Chapel/Oak Level, Mt. He was the embodiment of an old-fashioned circuit rider preacher. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 12, at 3 p.m. at Corinth United Methodist Church at 23 W Williamsburg Rd, Sandston, VA 23150, with visitation at 2 p.m. All are welcome. Harry Byrd Jones, August 20, 2022The Rev. Dr. Gerald MillerJoin us in Celebrating the life of The Rev. She gained the reputation of being the perfect ministers wife and filled the role superbly. As a member of the Greatest Generation, he served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corps (M Company, Third Battalion, First Marine Regiment) at Guadalcanal. She was asked to be a member of the Greene Memorial United Methodist Church Bell Choir in the fall of 2013. Place an Obituary. Lena was born December 31, 1924, in Marion County, South Carolina, to the late Rev. In 1966, he and Catherine fell in love with the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. Joe grew up in Randleman, N.C. and received academic degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University. Cecil, Mary and family were very active in First United Methodist Church in downtown Charlotte. She was a member of Chapter #12 order of the Eastern Star and Woodman of the World. Charles W. Chuck Parks III; their daughters, Rebecca Parks Eberts and her husband, ET, of Cashville, VA and Hannah Parks Annis and her husband, John, of Gargartha, VA; brothers; Cook Cannon and his wife, Jody, Larry Dise and his wife, Hennie, and Dana Dise and his wife, Sharon, all of Tangier; grandchildren, Wesley and Aidan Eberts, and Lily Miles and David Annis; several nieces and nephews, to include her special niece, Janet Cannon-Ford; and countless children, neighbors, and friends, all of whom were grateful to have known her love. Mrs. Doris Dowdle Ferguson, June 27, 2022Doris Dowdle Ferguson, age 95, of Henrico, Va., passed away on June 27, 2022.Doris, loving mother, cherished grandmother and great friend to many, was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Alma Dowdle; husband, the Rev. He had an unwavering love for, and pride in, all his children and grandchildren. Dick loved to go hunting with him for arrowheads in the sand hills of Indiana and he and his father would create displays to show off his treasures. She also developed an interest in music and learned to play the piano, trumpet, and guitar, and played violin in her high school orchestra and the French horn in band.Mary was inspired from an early age to pursue work in the church, and possessed a self-confidence in public speaking and the ability to lead. George William Stewart, February 21, 2022The Rev. Following graduation, he enlisted in the Air force going through boot camp at Lakland AFB in San Antonio, TX, and advance school at Biloxi, MS. Dr. Raymond Fitzhugh Wrenn, February 10, 2022The Rev. Born in Newport News, Virginia, she was the youngest daughter of the late James Edward Perry, Sr. and Alma Spruiel Perry.Lorraine was a faithful member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church; a member of the Sumter area Ministers Wives Association, a Life Member of the National Council of Negro Women, Mary McLeod Bethune Section and many other community and civic organizations.Survivors are her five children, Leona Vera Moten, LCDR (Ret.) Joseph often utilized his unique gift of being able to help those in bereavement over the passing of a family member. Dale E. Gillis, July 28, 2022The Rev. He served as Chairman for the Committee on Higher Education, Chaplain of the Practical Nursing Program, President of the Conference Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministry, and three years as Chaplain of the Virginia Senate. Dr. Robert Stephen Miller.Gerald loved to golf, fish, and spend time with his loving family. Reservations may be made for the memorial service by calling MUMC at 757-397-1297. As an Explorer Scout, he earned the rank of Silver, then equivalent to Eagle, in Post 180. A memorial service will be held at 11:00am on Friday April 29 at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Richmond, VA. Wesley Early Dunkum Jr., May 3, 2022 Wesley Earl Dunkum Jr., 93, of West Palm Beach, FL, and formerly of the Curdsville community of Buckingham County, VA, was called home to his Heavenly Father on May 3, 2022. In December 2018 they moved to a retirement home in Harrisonburg VA. Charlotte left this world on January 9, 2021, leaving it a much better place, more full of love than how she found it. For family and friends throughout the country, the service will be live-streamed on Youtube, and available to replay later at the following link:https://youtu.be/iK_m6SgkrpMPlease note the Pacific time zone, the service will be live at 2pm on the East Coast.ObituaryThe Rev. A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church on 903 Forest Ave., Friday, October 1, 2021, at 2 p.m., with a visitation preceding the service at 1 p.m. Facemasks are required inside for all individuals regardless of vaccination status. Please keep the family in your prayers. 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. It was here that he met the love of his life Joann Oliver McClung. Mrs. Mable Pulley Knotts, January 18, 2022Mable Pulley Knotts, 89, of Blackstone, VA, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022.She is the widow of the Rev. He enjoyed football, reading, and spending time with family and friends, especially at the beach.Steve is survived by his mother and father, Anna G. and John R. Vineyard; brother Michael A. Vineyard; wife Tamara L. Vineyard; children Lauren E. and Caleb A. Vineyard; and nephews and niece, Christopher M. Vineyard, Corey Lancaster, and Amelia Lancaster.Memorial donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) https://www.umcmission.org/umcor/give or to Sterling United Methodist Church. She was the widow of her best friend and devoted husband of 55 years, 3 months, the Rev. Eric Wetzel presiding.In lieu of flower please make donations to your local food bank or Salvation Army.The family would like to express their appreciation to the doctors and staff at Sentara RMH of Harrisonburg, Va. Mrs. Williams was born on March 18, 1940 in Lowville, NY to the late Harold Murray and Carlotta (Jernigan) Rand. He has been the pastor of Jamestown (GA) United Methodist Church for the last 10 years. In addition to his wife Susan (Wanda Sue) of 48 years, he will be missed by his son Joseph E. Hammond, III (Little Buddy) and his wife Elisabeth (Yankee); grandchildren Lisabella (Little Relative) and Tristan Joseph (Quattro); sister Julia Reams and her husband David; Nephew Matthew Reams, his wife Amy and children Owen and Evelyn; Niece Melissa Reams; brother-in-law Willard Meeks, his wife Page and children Trea and Michael, and numerous others.Joseph served in the United States Army as senior analyst for the Army Security Agency. He began his ministerial in 1957 in the Northern New Juersey Conference. At the age of 15, Ken met the love of his life, Charlotte Hinkle of Timberville, VA. After graduating from New Market High School, he attended Virginia Tech. Family and Friends were by her side when she drifted off to be with the Lord. They were members of Lafayette United Methodist Church in Lafayette, Va. and were blessed with their burial plots by the Church. She retired from Williamsburg United Methodist Church on June 30, 2004.Jeanetta is survived by her sister, Jacqueline Benedict Buckley (Lawrence); brothers, Jerry Benedict (Delinda), and Raymond Benedict (Donna); and 12 nieces and nephews.A memorial service will take place on July 8, 2022, at 10:00am, at Williamsburg United Methodist Church, 500 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Dr. F. Douglas Dillard proceeded her in death in 2005. Judith F. Bennett, February 26, 2022Judith Ann Bennett, 87, of Shelton, CT passed into the nearer presence of God on February 26th, 2022. His unshakeable faith inspired so many. She was a devoted Christian, proud loving wife of two veterans, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. He is survived by his wife, Carol, of 43 years; sister, Jackie Bowen (Art); son, Thomas (Misty) and daughter, Rebekah Justis; grandchildren Kimberly, Zach, and Elizabeth; 2 aunts, Marion Pastore and Sue Justis as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She and Ken married on April 17, 1957, and had three children.Known as Sally by her siblings, Charlotte always lit up a room. Smitten, Ken had a friend drive him to Timberville to see Charlotte later that evening. Elinor Dalaton, August 17, 2022The Celebration of Life service for the Rev. Fisher was preceded in death by his daughter, Stacey Lynn Emery.In true Bill form, he will take his final ride in a Harley Davidson motorcycle hearse for internment at Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, VA. Due to COVID-19, services at this time will be private. A 1969 graduate of Greensville County High School, he spent a number of years as a radio DJ and news reporter for WEVA in Emporia before going to work as a congressional aide in the then Fourth District for both the late Norman Sisisky and later Randy Forbes. The Rev. She later taught elementary school and served as Director of Childrens Work, First Baptist Church in Roanoke, Virginia, where she met her husband, John S. Davenport, Jr. Milford C. Rollins, September 13, 2020The Rev. They were married in 1951. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.henryfuneralhome.net. You can click this link to create an obituary. After retiring from NNSY, he followed his dream of serving the Christian ministry. Bowman and her husband began a life of parish ministry.Between 1960 and her husbands retirement in 1989, she and her husband, the Rev. Long of Staunton, Donald L. Long Jr. of Front Royal, Richard L. Long of Winchester, Matthew W. Long of Waynesboro and R. Michael Long of Staunton; nine daughters, Pamela L. Bennett of Verona, Sandra M. Wyant, Michelle Toman of Stuarts Draft, Katherine Renee Rhea Winder of Poquoson, Gwynne S. Bradberry of Hampton, Sarah N. Long of Hampton, Nam Kim Murphy of Philpot, Kentucky, Amy Elizabeth Long of Stuarts Draft and Maria G. Long of Vinton; a sister, Ida Mae Wilburn of Dale City; and more than 35 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 22, 2021, at Christ United Methodist Church.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to McKinley United Methodist Church, 1035 McKinley Road, Middlebrook, VA 24459 or Second Mile Club, c/o Staunton District Office UMC, 26 Orr Drive, Fishersville, VA 22939.Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive in Staunton is in charge of his arrangements.Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.coffmanfuneralhome.net or to his daughter, Pamela Bennett at 237 Old Laurel Hill Road, Verona, VA 24482.