Kenneth Randolph Collier, Sr
Feb 16, 2025
Kenneth R. Collier Sr. (73) of Ruckersville passed away at his residence on Sunday, February 16, 2025. He was born in Charlottesville, VA, on September 19th, 1951, to Catherine A. Collier and Fred R. Collier Sr. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his great-grandson Maeson Roach and his daughter-in-law Elizabeth (Teeny) Collier.
He is survived by...
William Bruce Kyler
Feb 14, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that the family of William (Bill) Kyler, of Ruckersville, VA, announces his passing at home on February 14, 2025, with Charlotte, his wife of 41 years, and CoCo, his much-loved poodle, by his side. And yet it is with abundant joy that his transition from this earthly realm to his eternal heavenly home was...
Faye Taylor Lawson
Feb 13, 2025
Faye Taylor Lawson went to join her Lord on February 13, 2025. We know that she was welcomed by her best friend and sister, Francis Hensley. Faye was born on April 29, 1946, in Charlottesville, Va. to the late Brooksey Taylor and the late Gladys Shifflett Taylor. She married the love of her life, Gilmer Lawson, and they together built...
Jennifer Leigh Story
Feb 9, 2025
With deep sadness, her family announces the sudden and unexpected passing of Jennifer Leigh (nee Callaghan) Story, 59, on February 9, 2025. Jennifer was a beloved mother, Mimi, sister, aunt, and friend, and her sudden passing has immensely impacted those who loved her. Jennifer was born on August 11, 1965, to Richard Stephen Callaghan Jr. and Violet Anne (nee Maxwell)...
Lucy Patteson Cyrus
Feb 7, 2025
Lucy Patteson Cyrus of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away on February 7, 2025. She left this world peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family. Lucy was born on November 13, 1933, to her parents, William and Edna Patteson, in Appomattox County.
There, she was raised on a farm where she nurtured her lifelong love of gardening and the outdoors. Being the...
Kristen Lang Hoberg
Jan 31, 2025
It is with an immensely heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kristen Lang Hoberg. Born on January 19, 1987, in Alexandria, Virginia, Kristen passed away on January 31, 2025, in Charlottesville, Virginia, after a sudden, quick battle with a stroke. She spent her final days surrounded by countless loved ones. Kristen was preceded in death by her father,...
Houston O'Fenton Odom
Jan 19, 2025
Houston “Sam” O’Fenton Odom, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 82. Sam was born on January 28, 1942, in Newton County, Mississippi, and was preceded in death by his mother, Ruby E. Jacobs Dykes, his brothers, Robert Jacob Odom and Guy Randall Odom, and his sister, Mary Odom Vick.
He is survived by...
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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...
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