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. Holly M. Hensley. She also enjoyed growing vegetables and flowers, roses, daffodils, peonies, and especially irises. Kenneth Eugene Whetzel, 87, of Harrisonburg, VA passed away on February 14, 2023 of natural causes. The Rev. She especially enjoyed passing her knowledge and skills on to her grandchildren. 620 Simms Ave. Harrisonburg, Va. 22802. Instead of flowers, and at Lewiss request, please consider making a donation in his memory to Virginia United Methodist Homes or the American Red Cross. Justin Williams, pastor of Hillcrest, officiating. Burial will be private. The family asks in lieu of flowers to make donations to UMFS or a favorite charity. Moon; and seven great-grandchildren.A memorial service will be held at Fort Hill United Methodist Church on January 25, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. Carolyn Sue Pitsenbarger, 67 - Mar 2020. During college, he played on the baseball team his first year and pledged the then-new chapter of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity.Working at the General Services Administration in Washington, D.C., after graduation, Dudley joined the College & Career group at Corkran Methodist Church in Temple Hills, MD, where he met his wife, Sharon Kaye Allender. Richard C. Franklin Jr., June 15, 2022Richard C. Franklin, Jr., or Rick as most knew him, passed away at MCV Hospital on June 15, 2022 after a brief illness. Roberts received the following degrees/certifications, BA in history from Lynchburg College, MDiv and ThM from Duke Divinity School, CPE from Duke Medical School, and DMin from Union Presbyterian Seminary. At the time of his death, he and his wife of 64 years Joyce, were residents at The Chesapeake in Newport News. Dudley was a member and Past Master of Williamsburg Masonic Lodge No. She graduated high school from Fuqua School in Farmville and received a BA degree with honors in Communication Studies with a focus in Public Relations from James Madison University.Keri used her education and communication skills working for various United Methodist churches. David Whitehurst and his wife Cherie of Bedford, VA and Bruce Whitehurst and his wife Genise of Richmond, VA, and his daughter Monica Whitehurst of Chesapeake; five grandchildren: Alison Whitehurst Martin (Alex), Anne Whitehurst Cantrell (Henry), grandson Carson Whitehurst and granddaughters Cameron and Caroline Whitehurst; by two great grandsons, Levi Cantrell and Blake Martin; his sister Elizabeth Whitehurst Bergesen of Virginia Beach and was predeceased by his sister Reba Whitehurst Thompson.A memorial service will be held at Charity United Methodist Church, 4080 Charity Neck Road, Virginia Beach at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9th, with the Rev. An interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Aileen Mae Hogge; and a great-grandson, Ellett Gray Crump. The Rev. William Pollard Hall Jr. passed away on 05-19-2020. But most of all she was a loving wife.A funeral service was conducted on Monday, July 20, at the Luray United Methodist Church by the Rev. Anthony Pete Wadsworth, July 8, 2020The Rev. George Eugene King, 94, died Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at the North Carolina State Veterans Home, Kinston. James A. Harris (Debbie); her children, William Brent Logan (Michelle) and Mark Ryan Logan (Stacie); two stepchildren, Charles W. Harris (Felicia) and Linda Diane Spencer; four grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren.A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 18, at Providence United Methodist Church, 901 S. Providence Road, North Chesterfield, Va. A private committal service will be held later at the Providence Cemetery Memory Walk. She was preceded in death by both of her husbands, the Rev. 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. Marian was a wonderful mother to her children, a beloved teacher, a talented musician and a lifelong disciple of Jesus Christ. She taught English at J.R. Tucker High School; English as a Second Language in several Henrico County schools; and spent 14 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice. Wagner; children, Jeffrey Keith Bandy; stepchildren, Richard Carey Wagner, Melanie Sue Wagner Ferris (Joey), and Gregory Allen Wagner (Darena); one grandson; four step-grandchildren; one step great-grandson; and many nieces and nephews.Mrs. She loved to do genealogy, scrapbooks, memory books and to do crossword and word search puzzles.Sylvias family would like to express a heartfelt thanks and appreciation to each of the staff and workers at South Roanoke Nursing Home. Albert N. Honaker Jr. have been set with the Rev. Prayers are appreciated for the family. 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. PASTORAL RECORD: REISS, BONNIE ALMA P96-D96-E98-F98 VA: [94 Associate, Bethel, Alexandria.] 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. Charles Gallagher Hurlock.Services were held at Bethesda United Methodist Church in Salisbury on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021, with burial at Parsons Cemetery. He is survived by his daughter Tammy, her husband Steve, his granddaughter Brougan and her husband Travis, his son Sean and his wife Theresa, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 13 at McDow Funeral home in Waynesboro, VA at 5 oclock p.m. His daughter, Lenoir was his partner and continues teaching the classes. The Rev. He had an unwavering love for, and pride in, all his children and grandchildren. Betty Ruth Hensley, of Elliston, Va., on Saturday, October 24, 2020, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Gods only begotten son and loved ones gone on. He served on numerous conference agencies and on the General Board of Global Ministries (1972-76), General Board of Discipleship (1980-88); Chairman, Curriculum Resources Committee (1984-88). Edward Pruitt, and the Rev. Churches he served in the Virginia Conference included Fellowship-Linville-Edom, Relief-Hites, East Nottoway, Belview in Roanoke, Stuart in Danville, Monumental in Emporia, Cottage Place, and Morrison. Dr. Clay Branscome Tucker, 88, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 2, 2020, at his home in Oak Ridge, North Carolina, in the care of his family and hospice.He was born in Rockingham County, Stoneville, North Carolina on August 2, 1932. Kay filled in as Choir Director at Rodes, Donovan Memorial, Brookville Churches; and from December 2004 until Bills retirement January 2011, as Choir Director/Pianist or Organist at Lawrence Memorial, Bent Mountain. She is also survived by three sisters Jeanette (Dee), Vernelle, and Stella, and two brothers Harry and Ray.When Mamie was born, she had an undiagnosed congenital heart defect. Mike served on many district and conference committees and boards within the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church including as President of the Association of Local Pastors and Associate Members. Alexander Yukkie Yates, who died in 2006. Burial will follow at Guilford Memorial Park, where Randolph County Honor Guard will perform military honors.The Rev. She loved laughter, chocolate, a good book, diagramming complex sentences, and shepherding young hearts and minds, particularly those who were struggling. Her renowned cooking skills brought them all back, again and again. An educator, the mother of two children, and a wife, she was for thirty years the spouse and essentially an uncompensated, but tacit, co-minister and partner in the full-time ministry of her first husband, the late Rev. He loved his family more than anything. After his retirement in1995, he served at the St.Luke U.M. Contributions may be made in Lindas memory to the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (VA) or the March of Dimes. Lena was born December 31, 1924, in Marion County, South Carolina, to the late Rev. Other churches Reverend A. Howell Franklin served were in Virginia Beach, South Hill, South Boston, Salem and Buena Vista. The Rev. OBITUARY Josephine "Jo" Gildersleeve Snyder April 21, 1935 - March 3, 2023. Raymond Elwood Pack, age 90 of Stuart, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2020, at the Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC. Visit this link to create a free obituary then read the advantages of creating an obituary on Echovita and either click Start now or Create an obituary for your loved to begin. While married, Martha taught Bible Studies and was a Weekday Religious Educator in Botetourt County and in the Alleghany area.Martha is preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Obituaries. The Rev. Layman is survived by her husband of over 60 years, William A. Robert E. Maas, June 26, 2021The Rev. She had an outgoing personality and was loved by many. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Franklin Justis and mother, Ruth Johnson Justis and a brother, Joseph Melvin Justis. 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. She was married for 62 years to James G. Driscoll, who died in 2020. The Rev. After working nights and raising a gaggle of children, she chose to volunteer as a Parish Nurse to simply demonstrate that kindness should not have set business hours. Elwood Carwile officiating. He was a familiar figure biking and walking in the Hatton Point area of Portsmouth and walking with Cashew, one of his 4-legged friends.A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens on Wednesday, May 26, and a memorial service will be held at Monumental United Methodist Church on Thursday, May 27 at 1:00 pm. He also connected with his father as he earned merit badges and learned life skills while ascending the ranks of the Boy Scouts. Mrs. Jester graduated from Asheboro High School in Asheboro, North Carolina; and attended Queens College in Charlotte, North Carolina, two years; and her final college years at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia, where she majored in math and music. View United Methodist Church in Ruckersville and the current pastor of Bingham United Methodist Church in Dyke. On August 16, 1977 he married Elizabeth Webb. An obituary is not available. Waldo County and the U.S.S. Rev. Following a move to Puerto Rico, where she taught English, Denise relocated to Roanoke, becoming a Reverend in the United Methodist Church where she ministered to and cared for the Hispanic community, which until her death remained involved in and supporting.Denise will be laid to rest in private ceremonies, and separate public memorials will be held in Roanoke and Woodstock when social gatherings are permitted.She will be greatly missed by not only her extended family but the many people whose lives she touched and helped to improve while on this earth. She and Glenn moved around the state of Virginia including the towns of Saluda (4-point charge), Cheriton (2-point charge), Purcellville, West Point, Smithfield, Alexandria Washington Farm, Hampton Aldersgate, Richmond Skipwith. She loved her large family and she loved to dance and walk. Wesley Theological Seminary, 4500 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington DC 20016 A private service for Bill will be held at a later date. Robert Lewis (Rebekah Simmerman); granddaughter, Ariel Rishworth (Rick); great-granddaughter, Mary Rishworth; her sisters, Ruth Hodges Fraser, Vada Hayes (Stephen) and Patricia West; brother, Joseph Hodges (Nancy); brother-in-law, Ellis Lewis; sister-in-law, Pat Lewis; and many nieces, nephews, and cherished friends.The family will receive friends 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Blileys-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Jeanne Roberts Bickner.Dr. His sister, Charlotte B. Dresser also predeceased him. He was also very involved with his church, Wesley Grace United Methodist Church in Norfolk; he enjoyed teaching Sunday school, singing in the choir, helping with projects and serving in church leadership.Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 60 years, Joann McClung; son the Rev. He also attended Second Presbyterian Church, and most recently South Roanoke 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 was the Homemaker of the year while in High School and was the Employee of the Month while working at Northwestern Community Services. In retirement, he served the West Dinwiddie Charge for 3 and a half years and then filled in for ministers when needed as long as his health allowed.He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 24 years, Mary Nell Blanton Tatum of Amelia; and a cousin, who was like a brother, Thomas W. Tom Chappell of Dinwiddie.A graveside funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 22, 2020, at Southlawn Memorial Park with The Rev. George was a lifelong resident of Poquoson, who enjoyed fishing, crabbing, oystering, and hunting in his youth. Judith Carlotta (Rand) Williams, June 13, 2022Judith Carlotta (Rand) Williams, 82, wife of Gene Milton Williams, passed away on June 13, 2022 at her home. Memories appreciated at[emailprotected]. He loved his family and friends and enjoyed playing golf, listening to music, working crossword puzzles, doing woodworking and telling stories of his younger day. 94 Incapacity Lv. He attended Creeds Elementary School and Oceana High School, graduating in 1951. They married shortly after his graduation, and he began his ministry as a circuit rider for churches around Disputanta, Virginia. She was born in Henry County on September 11, 1927 to the late Virgil Estes Powell and Nellie Martin Powell. Donald VanDyke, the father of the Rev. The Rev. He retired in 2001. Though it would be electrified in the 1940s, running water remained limited to a kitchen sink hand pump, and meals were prepared using a wood-burning stove. Murriel Franklin Price, age 85, of Burke, VA, peacefully passed on February 13, 2023, at Heatherwood of Burke. Mr.Carlton Stanley Maughlin, December 8, 2020The family of C. Stanley Maughlin is saddened to announce the passing of their beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather after a lengthy battle with Alzheimers disease.Stan was born in Alva, Oklahoma in 1933 and lived in Dighton and Alamota, Kansas as a child and young man. The Rev. The Rev. The family will receive friends in Poquoson 9:00 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 25th at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, 836 Poquoson Avenue in Poquoson with a graveside service immediately following in Smith Memorial Cemetery in Poquoson.The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to the staff at The Hermitage for their compassionate care of Mom for the last few years. The family will have a private interment at 9:30 AM at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 365 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke, prior to a Memorial Service which will be held at St. Marks United Methodist Church, Daleville, Virginia on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Tony Layman, on April 3, 1959. Read Harrisonburg Daily News Record Newspaper Archives, Dec 31, 2004, p. 56 with family history and genealogy records from harrisonburg, virginia 1825-2023. Mrs. Marion McMullin Tatum, January 1, 2021Marion McMullin Tatum passed away, January 1, 2021. Burial followed at Southlawn Memorial Park, South Prince George. He also had the worlds best hummingbird feeders, and closely connected to his tiny, feathered friends through a special perch he built to feed them at close range. 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. Burial was held at Zirkle Cemetery, New Market VA on Sunday afternoon, March 7. The family will receive friends following the service in the Heritage Center.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Front Street United Methodist Music Fund, P.O. In 1966, he and Catherine fell in love with the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. Billy Johnson was born October 10, 1935, to Z. Truman and Anna Belle Raymond Johnson in Bessemer, Alabama. Travis was a graduate of Duke Divinity School.Travis is survived by his loving spouse of 47, Deborah DeLoach of Greenbackville, VA; three daughters, Jenny Bare of Horntown, VA, Emily Melnitchouk and her husband Wally of Newport News, VA, Barbara Bowden and her husband Chris of Chincoteague Island, VA; son, Matthew DeLoach of Greenbackville, VA; three grandsons, Austin Bare of Colorado Springs, CO, Christopher Bowden, Jr. of Chincoteague Island, VA, Travis James DeLoach of Taneytown, MD; six granddaughters, Amanda Bare of Horntown, VA, Sierra Bowden of Chincoteague Island, VA, Grace Bowden of Chincoteague Island, VA, Olivia Melnitchouk of Newport News, VA, Lily Melnitchouk of Newport News, VA, Brooke DeLoach of Taneytown, MD; Sister, Ruth Oakes and her husband James of Danville, VA; Brother, Clyde DeLoach and his wife Lela of Stewart, VA; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Brenda Young.Due the COVID 19 restrictions, a memorial service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Christ United Methodist Church 6253 Church Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336, Camp Occohannock on the Bay, 9403 Camp Lane, Belle Haven, VA 23306, or Eastern Shore Emmaus Scholarship Fund PO Box 91, Franktown, VA 23354. Ralph Wayne Hogue, March 24, 2021The Rev. Condolences may be expressed atwww.williamsfuneralhomeva.com. His parents relocated from Staunton to Portsmouth, Va., where he spent his formative years. Leonard Douglas Hill Jr., passed away Sunday, September 26, 2021. She is survived by her sons, David William Ferguson (Deborah) and Joseph Keith Ferguson (Jan); daughter, Ellen Ferguson Thurston (Mike); her grandchildren, Scott Thurston (Emma), Graham Ferguson, Amy Thurston Hellwig (Tyler), Ryan Ferguson; six nephews and expected great-grandson in August.As the wife of a United Methodist minister, Doris was always by her husband Bills side, helping to support and lead through Christ the many church congregations over the years. Funeral information is not available at this time. The Rev. Skip to Main Content. Fred L. Gardner; beloved daughter, Melanie C. Gardner; special aunt & uncle, Norma & Juke Bradshaw; special cousin, Marsha B. Tyler; and brother-in-law, Randy Gardner.Her survivors include her husband, Allen E. Fisher and his daughter and grandson, Hope & Jeremy Ore, all of Montvale, VA; sister and brother-in-law, Nina Ruth and Steve Pruitt of Tangier; aunt, Deb Haynie; uncle, Stanley Bud Crockett; sister-in-law, Becky Gardner; nieces, Sonya Gerisch, Tammy Parker and her husband and daughter, Carey & Caroline; her nephew, Joseph Gardner and his wife, Mariel; special cousins, Delmas, Jonathan, & Nathaniel Tyler and Jukie & Anita Bradshaw; and many other family members and dear friends from near & far.The family wishes to thank those involved in Bonnies care during recent years: Dorothea Pruitt, Home Care Giver; the team at Riverside Tangier Medical Center led by Eliz. She will be greatly missed by her family. He also served Main Street UMC, South Boston Va., Southview UMC of Roanoke, Va., Washington Farm UMC of Alexandria, Va., Providence UMC of Suffolk, Va. and Gainesville/Woodland charge of Northern Va.Since 1993, Tom was very active as a spiritual director in Emmaus, both in the Southside Community and the Richmond Community. Stan and Joanne had four children: Alan Maughlin (Monica Gonzales), Carla Maughlin, Curtis Maughlin (Glenn Heueser) and Loren Maughlin, and their home was often full of their eight grandchildren: Yasmine (Mark Elliott), Mateo, Samantha, Maria, Cassidy, Dylan, Addison and Nathan; and two great granddaughters: Charlie Rose and Lilah Gray Elliott.After his service in Africa, Stan continued his teaching in colleges and high schools across the country, including Kansas and Kentucky, before settling in Falls Church in 1996. Marcela Jarman will be officiating. He was a lifelong learner earning a bachelors degree in Economics/Law segment from the University of Georgia, attended the US Naval Post Graduate School of Engineering and Science in Monterey, CA, the Armed Forces Staff College in Norfolk, VA, and earned his Master of Divinity from the Asbury Seminary in Wilmore, KY in 1984. Mrs. Linda C. Messner, January 11, 2020Mrs. The Rev. Please send condolences towww.johnfslater.com. Dicks beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren will preserve this connected family and honor his legacy (Alex, Ally, Ashley, Austin, Claire, Cole, Emma, Graham, James, Jillian, Joseph, Layla, Laura, Michael, Olivia, and Rachel).An opportunity to connect and celebrate Dicks life will be held on Friday April 29, 2022 at Grace United Methodist Church, Wilsons, Virginia. George E. King, November 5, 2021 The Rev. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, her sister June, Rob Acosta-Lewis, and Robin Taylor. His last appointment before retirement was at Aldersgate U.M.C. Jean had been living at The Hermitage in Richmond since 2016.Jean was an eternal optimist. He combined his love of gardening and service as the first president of the Society of Saint Andrew, a Methodist organization focused on feeding the hungry. The family is so appreciative of the love and care he received during his stay at Elizabeth House.A visitation from 10-11 AM and celebration of life at 11 AM will be at Mechanicsville UMC, 7356 Atlee Road on Thursday, August 18, 2022. Hogge was a United Methodist Minister, having served churches in the Virginia Conference for over 60 years. She was known for her generosity, baking, devotion to her family and friends, dedication to the United Methodist Church and performance of charitable work. Box 702, Connellsville, PA 15425. He served on the Roanoke District and the Danville District. COVID-19 safety guidelines will be strictly adhered to and those in attendance are expected to wear a mask. He also taught United Methodist Studies at three seminariesEastern Mennonite Seminary in Harrisonburg, and at Union Presbyterian Seminary and Virginia Union School of Theology, both in Richmond. Her dear family Patsy and Lawrence Wingfield of Charlottesville, VA, and her favorite niece and spouse, Pam and Bob Garner of Ruckersville, VA.Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. She and Bill were married for 61 years and she traveled with him all over the world. He was then named Director of Development for the Virginia United Methodist Homes system.Warners life came full circle in 1983 when Bishop Robert Blackburn called him to his Cabinet as the District Superintendent of his beloved Eastern Shore. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Sheryl, whom he wed in 2002, his daughters from his first marriage of 39 years to the late Marion Blackstone: Rae (Ron) Scott, Mt. She is also survived by her daughter, Kerrie Kessler Hillman (David); and son, Paul William Kessler (Jen); and four grandchildren who were her greatest joy in her later life, Isabel Ruth Hillman, Isaac Mitchell Hillman, Gabriel William Kessler and Jack Nathaniel Kessler; as well as her goddaughter, DeLisa Hooks Christ (Alan).The family would like to acknowledge Margaret Love, Linda Cannon and Ritchel Smith, who brought dignity and joy to her last years. Together they raised four beloved children; R. Michael Thweatt, Jr. (Joyce), Janene Thweatt Whitmore, Paul Jared Wilkins (Morgan Bentley), and Erin Wilkins Fletcher (Henry). Wadsworth was married for 55 years to his loving wife, Betty Ann Wadsworth, who predeceased him in 2018.Surviving the Rev. Robert Leslie McIntyre, August 7, 2020The Rev. 74 Lawrencevl. He was a lifelong Methodist, most recently as a member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent through our websitewww.crowderhitecrews.com. Visitation will be held in Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel on Tuesday, February 15 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. It was love at first sight when he spotted a flight attendant named Diane Lippard, and this flight between Chicago and Dallas became a connection of marriage and love that spanned 57 years on Earth and will continue until they are reunited. Mr. Greg Coleman, June 12, 2021Greg Coleman, husband of Rev. He was a native of Dinwiddie County, the only son of the late James F. and Cecil Chappell Tatum.He entered the ministry at the age of 20. Flowers in her honor may be sent to the church. Carla Ray Koval Russell, age 73 of Whitetop, Virginia passed away at Missions Hospital in Asheville, NC on Oct.1, 2022.Mrs. Acknowledgments can be made to Lawrence and Patsy Wingfield, 2322 Tarleton Dr. Charlottesville, VA 22901.A graveside service will be conducted at Virginia Memorial Park on Friday, January 21, 2022, at 2:00 pm with the Rev. Alda is also survived by three step-children, Delia Gunn Bonenberger of Springville, NY, Adele Gunn Gill of Boonesboro, MD, and Timothy Jennings Gunn of Charlotte, NC, and their children and grandchildren. During this time Clyde also attended James Madison University to obtain his Bachelors Degree and was called to the ministry in 1968. Family was important to her, and she hosted countless family gatherings on holidays and during the summer months. James Wallace Draper, 84, passed away April 22, 2020, at Sentara Obici Hospital of Covid-19 virus. A memorial service celebrating Dr. Thomas life will be held at a later date when conditions allow. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Marjorie Cason. Clyde attended Duke Universitys Seminary Program and graduated in 1972. The family moved to Timberville, VA when Charlotte was 2. Captain Campbell is the father of Holly Siegle, wife of the Rev. She lived to see her 99th birthday on October 17, 2020.The last left of nine children and preceded in death by her parents, Bernard Tiffner and Leanora Perrine Tiffner; her sisters, Veda Wilson, Genevieve Brown, Mildred Walker; brothers, Dexter, Ballard, Lloyd, James and Arthur Tiffner.Relatives from her family and her husbands family will miss her.She was married for 71 years to her first and only sweetheart, the Rev. The Rev. 71, of Buena Vista died Thursday, July 15, 2022, at Chippenham Medical Center in Richmond.Born Aug. 18, 1950, in Smyth County, she was a daughter of Henry Stevens Hawkins and Mary Winston Boyd Hawkins.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Samuel Franklin Caldwell, 99, formerly of Rustburg died Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at Autumn Care of Altavista. He was the founding pastor of Journey Missional Faith Community, a United Methodist Church, and a founding partner of Journey Community Center, Inc., serving as the Treasurer and restaurant host at Journey Station until his homecoming. Internment of his ashes will be next to his wife in Shelby, NC, with a memorial service at a future date.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Westmoreland Players Theater, 16217 Richmond Rd, Callao, VA 22435,https://www.westmorelandplayers.org/where he spent many happy hours helping. She was a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church and the American Association of University Women. Mr. Coffey helped to organize and staff the first Conference of Religious Arts in the Virginia Council of Churches. Betty had a wicked sharp wit and joyful spirit that she easily shared with everyone.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Prayer Shawl Ministry at the Chester United Methodist Church at 12132 Percival Street, Chester, Virginia, 23831.Condolences may be expressed at www.williamsfuneralhomeva.com. Wilbur J. She was passionate about causes pertaining to gender, racial and social justice, and the environment, and was a role model and mentor.