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David Lee Williams

David Lee Williams

Aug 7, 2024

David Lee Williams, born on January 26, 1957, and passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at the age of 67, in Stanardsville, Virginia. He was the son of the late Haywood Williams and Gertie Morris Williams. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Frank Williams, and his sister, Nellie Hoffman.

Left to cherish his memory...

Elna Earle Collier

Elna Earle Collier

Aug 7, 2024

Elna Morris Collier, 94, of Albemarle County, passed away at Albemarle Health and Rehab in Charlottesville, Va, on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. She was born April 17, 1930, in Albemarle County, the daughter of the late Earnest and Mattie Morris. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tommie Collier; son, Tommie Lee Collier; daughter, Bonnie Kay Collier; four brothers,...

Lewis David Lamb

Lewis David Lamb

Jul 23, 2024

Lewis David Lamb, 60, of Ruckersville, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at UVA Medical Center. Born August 30, 1963, to the Late David Lamb and Hester Lamb. He was preceded in death by his sister, Brenda Slaughter.

David is survived by his mother Hester Lamb, whom he affectionately called "Weezie" at times. Also surviving is his son Matthew David...

Margaret Mary Mero

Margaret Mary Mero

Jul 20, 2024

Margaret (Maggi) Mary Teresa Mero, 78, passed away peacefully on July 20th, 2024, at her home in Greene County, Va. She was born in Long Island, New York on September 19, 1945. 

Maggi is preceded in death by her daughter, Dawn Marie Harris, and son, William “Billy” Pugh. She is survived by her sister, Michelle Davenport, and children John Harris, Joe...

Tammy Jean Fisher-Shiflett

Tammy Jean Fisher-Shiflett

Jul 13, 2024

Tammy Jean Fisher-Shiflett, 53, peacefully passed away on July 13, 2024, surrounded by her family at her home in Dyke, Virginia. She was born on November 27, 1970, to Larry Nelson Fisher and Shelva Jean Fisher of Albemarle County.

Tammy was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Walter Harding Herring, and Lillie March Herring; paternal grandparents, Harry Clinton Fisher Sr....

Roy Lee Morris

Roy Lee Morris

Jul 13, 2024

Roy Lee Morris, 66, of Schuyler, Virginia, passed away on July 13, 2024, at the Center for Acute Hospice Care. He was born May 19, 1958, to the late Roman Morris, Sr., and Sarah Catherine “Kitty” Morris.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Roman Morris, Jr., and an extraordinary friend, Viola Hoke. 

Left to cherish...

Paula Francine Brown

Paula Francine Brown

Jul 10, 2024

“Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates” Proverbs 31:31

Paula Francine Brown entered the lives of the late John Cornelius and Mary Swann Brown on May 17, 1971. Surrounded by family and friends, she gained her wings on July 10, 2024, after an extended illness at Martha Jefferson Hospital in...

Macie Virginia Hammer Fleisher

Macie Virginia Hammer Fleisher

Jul 9, 2024

On July 9, 2024, Macie Virginia Hammer Fleisher passed away with her daughter Deborah by her side. 

Macie was born in West Virginia to the late John Hammer and Mattie Whitecotton Hammer on December 6, 1928. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Leon Fleisher, and sisters, Ruth Smith, Mary Kuykendall and Ruby Heatwole. 

Macie...

Otho Raymond Butler, Jr.

Otho Raymond Butler, Jr.

Jul 9, 2024

Otho “Sonny’’ Raymond Butler, Jr., 81, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away surrounded by family and friends on July 9, 2024. Born January 2, 1943, the son of the late Otho Raymond Butler, Sr., and Bulah Fincham Butler. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Faye Collier Butler.

Left to cherish his memory is his only...

Barbara Kaye Taylor

Barbara Kaye Taylor

Jul 7, 2024

Barbara Kaye Taylor, best known as Kaye, passed away on July 7, 2024. She was born January 31, 1963 to the late Frederick Morris and Eva Moubray Morris in Harrisonburg, VA. 

In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her father-in-law, Curtis Taylor and her precious newborn, Krystal Nicole Taylor. 

Kaye was an amazing, hardworking woman. She loved...

Mary Christine Sheldon

Mary Christine Sheldon

Jul 1, 2024

Mary Christine Sheldon 21, of Stanardsville, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024. She was born May 28, 2003, in Charlottesville, VA. She is survived by her loving parents Reuel (Rue) Sheldon, IV, and Kimberly Deane Sheldon; sister, Erin Elizabeth; brother, Trey Aldrich; paternal grandparents, Reuel & Keila Sheldon of Great Barrington, MA; maternal grandparents, Kemper Deane of Madison and Cheryl...

Dawson Ray Shifflett

Dawson Ray Shifflett

Jun 28, 2024

Dawson Ray Shifflett, 76, of Earlysville, died at his home on Friday, June 28, 2024. He was born on December 29, 1947, to the late Ray and Nellie Mae Shifflett. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Jacqueline Shifflett, her husband, Edward Shifflett, and his beloved horse, Lady. 

Left to cherish his memory is his former...

Rodney Keith Morris

Rodney Keith Morris

Jun 26, 2024

Rodney Keith “Julio” Morris, 56, of Stanardsville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 26, 2024, at VCU Medical Center. He was born on April 3,1968, to Joan Elizabeth Morris and the late Ralph Owen Morris.

Keith is survived by his devoted wife, Evelyn Faye Morris, his pride and joy and only child, Kaylee Jordan Morris, and is remembered...

William S. Damron

William S. Damron

Jun 22, 2024

William S. Damron, of Ruckersville, died on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the age of 58. He was born in Richmond, VA to Billy C. and Bonnie R. Damron. William is preceded in death by his father, Billy C. Damron.

In his earlier years, William played high school football, baseball, basketball and ran track. Shortly after graduating, he joined the Air...

Everett Paul Richardson

Everett Paul Richardson

Jun 12, 2024

Everett Paul Richardson, a kind and adventurous spirit, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024, at the age of 84.

Born in Mountainair, New Mexico, Paul (as he preferred to be called) lived a full life across the United States. He married Barbara Robinson in 1962, and together they had four children: Christine, Joanne, Debra, and Mickey. After their divorce in...

Kelly Lee Roberts

Kelly Lee Roberts

May 25, 2024

Kelly Lee Roberts, 58, of Charlottesville, passed away on May 25, 2024 at Hospice of the Piedmont. Kelly was born on August 6, 1965 to Laura Crawford and Claude Roberts in Charlottesville, VA. Kelly graduated from Madison County High School in 1983 and attended Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. Kelly worked at University Tire for 20 years. He enjoyed spending time...

Joseph Gary Bennett, Sr.

Joseph Gary Bennett, Sr.

May 23, 2024

Joseph Gary Bennett, Sr., 78, who resided in Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Born September 28, 1945, in Arlington, Virginia, to the late Joseph Gilbert Bennett and Ruby Lee Martin.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Carolyn Sheehan Bennett; a son, Darryl Wayne Bennett; daughter-in-law, Michelle Bennett; and a...

Mary Morris Robertson

Mary Morris Robertson

May 16, 2024

Mary Morris Robertson, better known as Sissie, 80, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 16, 2024. She was born on May 13, 1944, to the late Claude Earl Morris and Marie Addie Deane. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Anderson Robertson; sons, John Anthony Robertson and Calvin Wayne...

William "Bill" Gilmore Leake, Jr.

William "Bill" Gilmore Leake, Jr.

May 10, 2024

William Gilmore Leake Jr., known affectionately as "Bill," led a life rich in service and dedication. Born on September 20, 1941, in Charlottesville, Va., he was the son of William Gilmore Leake and Virginia Mae Shifflett. On May 10, 2024, Bill peacefully embarked on his journey to his heavenly home, joining his loved ones who had gone before him, including...

Marilyn Paquin

Marilyn Paquin

Apr 30, 2024

On the night of April 30th, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family and friends, Marilyn I. Paquin peacefully journeyed home to be reunited with her father. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born March 7, 1933, Marilyn “Blue Nanny” was the beloved sister of Gail Sudol and her husband Gene Sudol. She is survived...

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