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Betty Herring Shifflett

Betty Herring Shifflett

Jan 14, 2025

Betty Herring Shifflett, a beloved resident of Earlysville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, surrounded by those she loved dearly. She was the cherished wife of the late James "Jimmy" Elijah Shifflett, who preceded her in death on March 31, 2024. After nine months apart, we are comforted to know they are now reunited in heaven.

Betty was a...

George Stephen Kelly, Jr.

George Stephen Kelly, Jr.

Jan 11, 2025

George Stephen Kelly, Jr., 54, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Stanardsville on January 11, 2025. He was born on May 10, 1970, to George Stephen Kelly, Sr., and the late Lucille Smith Kelly. 

In addition to his father (Joann), he leaves behind his wife of 25 years, Amy Sue Glover Kelly, son’s, Benjamin Thomas Kelly and Barek Lee Kelly;...

Mavis Jean Dudley

Mavis Jean Dudley

Jan 10, 2025

Mavis Jean Dudley, 81, of Crozet, VA, unexpectedly went to be with her heavenly Father on January 10, 2025. 

Jean was born to the late Johnny and Edith Morris on October 20, 1943, in Albemarle County, VA. She married Franklin L. Dudley of Troy, VA, on December 23, 1972, and resided in Albemarle Co., where she and Frank worked and raised...

Timothy Wayne Collier

Timothy Wayne Collier

Jan 9, 2025

Timothy “Timmy” Wayne Collier (Spanky), 65, of Earlysville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 9, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Timmy was born on October 1, 1959, the son of Stella Stanley Collier and the late Wilbert Erman Collier of Ruckersville. 

Timmy is survived by his wife, Patricia Lynn Manuel Collier; sons, Thomas, Blake,...

Theodore Kalman Kasna

Theodore Kalman Kasna

Jan 9, 2025

Theodore Kalman Kasna

Ted, as he was known to his friends, was born on December 21, 1934, in the Bronx, NY. The oldest son of Theodore A. Kasna and Josephine Ruzsjak Kasna. His parents and his brother, Robert Kasna, preceded him in death. 

Ted was married to his wife, Patty, for almost 40 years and spent most of his adult life in...

Jonathan Lee Lamb

Jonathan Lee Lamb

Jan 3, 2025

Jonathan Lee Lamb, born February 24, 1989, departed this earthly life on January 3, 2025, to be with his Heavenly Father. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Marvin J. Lamb; grandmother, Patricia Lamb; and grandfather, Frank Gibson. 

He is survived by his parents, Ella and Nelson Gibson; his brother, Nelson Gibson; grandmother, Gloria Gibson; aunts, Denise Thomas (Mark), Juanita...

Lloyd Thomas Taylor, Sr.

Lloyd Thomas Taylor, Sr.

Dec 14, 2024

Lloyd Thomas Taylor Sr., 60, of Madison, VA, gained his wings to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 14, 2024. 

Tommy was born June 25, 1964, in Charlottesville, VA, the son of the late Owen Shirley Taylor and Frances Marie Taylor. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dawn R. Taylor; brothers Bruce A. Taylor,...

Arley Woodrow Gregory, Jr.

Arley Woodrow Gregory, Jr.

Dec 10, 2024

Arley Woodrow “Woody” Gregory, Jr., 81, of Troy, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 10, 2024. He was born on September 21, 1943, the son of the late Arley Woodrow Gregory, Sr., and Dorothy Mae Griffin Gregory. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his companion, Juanita Hall.

Left to cherish his memory...

Elbert Shifflett

Elbert Shifflett

Dec 9, 2024

Elbert Shifflett, 80, of Stanardsville, Virginia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 9, 2024. Elbert was born on February 23, 1944, the son of the late Wilmer Shifflett and Earla Virginia Deane Shifflett.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Michael Waylon Shifflett, and two brothers, Thurman Shifflett and Leabert...

David Warren Chiles

David Warren Chiles

Dec 3, 2024

David Warren Chiles of Louisa was fully healed by The Great Physician on December 3, 2024, at the age of 70. He departed this world from the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville with an inspiring testimony of faith, love, and resilience. He was born Dec. 31, 1953.  

David is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Suzanne...

Angelo John Lagana Jr.

Angelo John Lagana Jr.

Nov 24, 2024

Angelo J. Lagana Jr., 85, of Ruckersville, VA, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born February 6, 1939, in Cranston, RI, to the late Angelo J. Lagana Sr. and Martha Spadaro Lagana.

Angelo enjoyed a 35-year career at the Providence Gas Company, retiring in 1999 as a Tool Crib Operator. A veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves in...

Dewey Lee Collier, Jr.

Dewey Lee Collier, Jr.

Nov 21, 2024

Dewey Lee Collier Jr., 66, of Howardsville, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at UVA Medical Center.

Dewey was born in Albemarle County on May 14, 1958, to the late Dewey Lee Collier Sr. and Frances Jane Shifflett. He was also predeceased by a brother, Kenneth E. Collier.

Survivors include a brother, Dwayne Allen Collier of Luray; sisters, Faye Collier Sprouse...

Kathleen Sullivan Vernon

Kathleen Sullivan Vernon

Nov 17, 2024

Kathleen Marie Sullivan Vernon, 86, of Dyke, Virginia, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024, in Madison, Virginia, with her loved ones by her side. Kathleen was born on September 6, 1938, in Charlottesville, VA. She was the daughter of the late Newman Sullivan and Mary Rene Herring. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford...

Hazel Katherine Collier

Hazel Katherine Collier

Nov 14, 2024

Hazel Katherine Collier, 85, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Allen Shifflett and Lessie Mildred Shifflett; husband, John Franklin Collier Sr.; son, John Franklin Collier Jr; and siblings, George Shifflett, Joseph Shifflett, Fannie Mae Shifflett, Goldie Deane, Doris Deane, and Margaret McCardell. 

Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Deborah Townsend;...

Benjamin Davis Earley

Benjamin Davis Earley

Nov 11, 2024

Benjamin Davis Earley, 79, of Stanardsville, Va., suddenly stepped out of his earthly body and entered his eternal rest on November 11, 2024. Born September 26, 1945, to the late Thomas Benjamin Earley and Mattie Bell Brock Earley.

Benjamin was baptized at Shiloh Baptist Church and graduated from Jackson P. Burley High School.

Benjamin owned and ran Earley’s garage. Many people knew...

Shannon Dale Dean

Shannon Dale Dean

Nov 4, 2024

Shannon Dale Dean, 52, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away suddenly on November 4th, 2024, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia. His loss is completely unexpected, and his family is profoundly saddened.

Shannon was born on November 24, 1971, to a loving home in Stanardsville, Virginia. He graduated from William Monroe High School as part of the Class of 1989...

William Kenneth Shifflett

William Kenneth Shifflett

Oct 13, 2024

William Kenneth “Kenny” Shifflett went to be with his Lord and Savior at his home on Sunday, October 13, 2024. 

Kenny was born on April 17, 1942, and was the son of the late William C. Shifflett and Reva Morris Shifflett. 

In addition to his parents, Kenny was preceded in death by his brother, Eddie Shifflett, and his sister, Doris Snow.

Kenny is survived...

Brenda Louise Adkins

Brenda Louise Adkins

Oct 11, 2024

Brenda Louise (Deane) Adkins, 75, of Ruckersville, VA, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 18th, 1949, in Charlottesville, VA, to the late Thomas Edward Deane and Margaret Louise (Lamb) McDaniel. 

Brenda worked as a custodian at Greene County Public Schools and the University of Virginia. She attended church at Grace Free...

Thomas King "Tommy" Thacker

Thomas King "Tommy" Thacker

Oct 8, 2024

Thomas King "Tommy" Thacker, 77, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. He was born to the late Minnie Conley and Curtis Thacker. Tommy is also preceded in death by his wife, Frances "Marie" Collier Thacker; son, William J. Thacker; daughter by marriage, Grace L. Thacker; and brother, Jerry Thacker. 

Left to cherish his memory is his son, Thomas D. Thacker...

David Wayne Spicer

David Wayne Spicer

Sep 28, 2024

David Wayne Spicer, 62, of Greene/Louisa, passed away in the hospital on Saturday, September 28th, 2024. He was born on February 7, 1962 and was preceded in death by his dad George R. Spicer Sr, his mom Sylvia L. Spicer, his sister Cindy Hughes and his brother George R. Spicer, Jr. 

David is survived by his brother Stephen Spicer(Robyn), his sisters,...

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