Wanda Carol Dobyns Anderson
Jul 27, 2026
Wanda Carol Dobyns Anderson, 70, of Aroda, departed this life on Monday, July 27, 2026, at her home. She now rejoices with her Lord and Savior. She was born on March 20, 1956, to the late Herman Linwood (Bill) Dobyns and Christine Ann Davis Dobyns.
Wanda retired from State Farm Insurance Company.
She will be remembered greatly by her great love for...
Frank Leo Feliciano
Jul 23, 2026
Frank Leo Feliciano passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in his home after a long battle with congestive heart failure, surrounded by family.Frank was born on October 30, 1951, in Philadelphia, PA, to Leoncio and Leocadia Feliciano. Frank was the oldest of six children.
He is preceded in death by his mother Leocadia Feliciano.
Frank is survived by his wife of...
Brenda Jackson
Jul 22, 2026
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of
Brenda Mae Jackson
November 1, 1957 – July 22, 2026
It is with cherished memories that we announce the passing of Brenda Mae Jackson, who departed this earthly life on July 22, 2026, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Brenda was born on November 1, 1957, to the late Cornelius Alexandria Houchens and Bertha Lean Henson-Houchens....
Mary Roudabush
Jul 22, 2026
Mary Roudabush, 77, of Gordonsville, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
Born on December 1, 1948, she was the daughter of the late John Howard and Viola Mallory Brookman. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Scott Nathaniel Roudabush.
Mary was an exemplary mother and human being. She possessed...
Mary Ann Mundy
Jul 21, 2026
Mary Ann Hill Mundy, 59, of Scott Street, Orange, passed on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville. She was born on May 15, 1967, in Clifton Forge, and was the daughter of the late Lester Rodney Hill Jr. and Donna McCulley Hill. She is also predeceased by a brother, Lester Rodney Hill III.
She is...
Robert Franklin Harvey
Jul 20, 2026
Robert Franklin Harvey, 78 of Rochelle, Va., passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026 at Sentra Martha Jefferson Hospital. He was born on December 17, 1947, to the late Frank Harvey and Nellie Dunnivan Harvey.
He is survived by his wife, Geraldine Payton Harvey; daughters, Jayme Lynn McDaniel and husband Jason and Wanda Geer and husband Jeff; sons, Todd Franklin Harvey...
Kemper "Ricky" Rixey Crane, Jr.
Jul 17, 2026
Kemper “Ricky” Rixey Crane, Jr. of Orange, Virginia, passed away peacefully on the evening of July 17, 2026.
Born on November 9, 1950, in Charlottesville, Virginia, Ricky was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend whose life was deeply rooted in his family and community.
Ricky was preceded in death by his parents, Kemper Rixey Crane, Sr. and Elva Virginia...
Darlene Evelyn Meade
Jul 16, 2026
Darlene Evelyn Meade, 69, of Ruckersville, VA, passed away on July 16, 2026, at her residence.
She was born on July 27, 1956, in Washington, D.C. She was raised by her grandparents, Ohmer Oscar Jackson and Evelyn Beahm Jackson.
She is survived by her husband, Calvin Meade; her daughter, Candace Meade; her sons, Calvin “Bino” Garrett, and Caleb Meade; ten grandchildren; and...
Jeffrey Scott Martz
Jul 15, 2026
Jeffrey Scott Martz, age 61, of Madison, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on July 15, 2026.
Born on April 29, 1965, in Arlington, Virginia, Jeff was the beloved son of Larry and Ella Martz. He grew up in Madison, Virginia, and began a career in various occupations, including plumbing, truck driving, and construction, making him a true jack of all trades.
Above all,...
Patricia Ann Southard Stewart
Jul 14, 2026
Patricia Ann Southard Stewart, 84, of Kerby Drive, Orange, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the Louisa Health and Rehab. She was the daughter of the late Otis G. Southard Sr. and Georgeina Purdum Southard, and was born on July 6, 1942, in Gordonsville.
She is survived by two daughters, Terri Lynn Dyer and husband James of Orange, and Anita...
Larry Michael Cooper
Jul 13, 2026
Larry Michael Cooper, 77, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away on July 13, 2026. Born on May 4, 1949, in Spotsylvania, Virginia, Larry lived a life full of warmth, laughter, and deep devotion to the people he loved.
After graduating, Larry served his country, enlisting in the United States Army in 1968. He served honorably until 1971 and continued his commitment through...
Brenda Judd Richards
Jul 9, 2026
Brenda Judd Richards, a cherished matriarch, devoted wife, loving mother, and spirited friend,
peacefully transitioned from this life on July 9, 2026, at The Harbor at Renaissance of Greene
County. Born on May 31, 1947, in Luray, Virginia, Brenda's life was an embodiment of grace,
kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family and community.
Brenda's journey began under the nurturing care of her parents,...
Carolyn Estella Williams
Jul 8, 2026
Carolyn Estella Williams, 79, of Orange, Va., passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at her home. She was born on October 24, 1946, to the late Harry Anderson Potter and Naomi Pauline Crago Potter. She was also preceded in death by sons, Greg Allen Starcher and Craig Anthony Starcher; and sister, Karen Morgan.
She is survived by her brother, Harry...
Buddy Wayne Dodson
Jul 7, 2026
Buddy Wayne Dodson, 63 of Brightwood, Va. passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at his home. He was born on October 5, 1962 to the late Russell Freeman Dodson and Thelma Edwards Dodson. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Russell “Sonny” Dodson and Oscar Dodson.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Morris Dodson; daughters, Rachel Wood...
Winston Craig Melson
Jul 6, 2026
Winston Craig Melson, 76, of South Lakeshore Drive, Louisa, died on Monday, July 6, 2026, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville.
Craig was born in Huntington, West Virginia. He was the son of the late Winston Alvin Melson and his wife, Vivian Melson, and Phyllis Keesee Sadlowski and her husband, Edward Sadlowski.
Craig was the retired owner and operator of Melson...
Rebecca Lynn Morris
Jul 6, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Lynn Morris, 67, of Troy, Virginia, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026.
Born on November 28, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Helen Morris. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Robert “Bobby” E. Morris Jr.; and her sister, Barbara “Janie” Morris Thomas.
Becky was known for her love...
Barbara Jean Acree
Jul 5, 2026
Barbara Jean Acree, of Reva, VA, passed away on July 5, 2026, at her home.
She was born on February 22, 1949, in Blythedale, Missouri, to the late James Claude Price and Margerie Andrew Price. She was preceded in death by her brother, David Price.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Robert Acree Jr; her son, Robert L. Acree III (Kristin); her...
Lucian (Eddie) Edward Cooke
Jul 5, 2026
Lucian E. (Eddie) Cooke of Madison, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at his home. He was born on August 17, 1940, to the late Lucian B. Cooke and Eva C. Cooke. He is preceded in death by his brother, John W. Cooke; and sister, Grace C. Pullen.
He worked for Crowell Brothers Construction for thirty-nine-plus years. He loved hunting...
Nathan Martin
Jul 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Nathan Alexander Martin
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nathan Martin, 39, of Gordonsville, Virginia, on July 4, 2026.
Born in Colorado Springs, CO on April 17, 1987, Nathan was a devoted father, cherished son, loving brother, devoted partner, and loyal friend. He will be remembered for his kind heart, his sense of humor, and the...
Lucy L. Shepherd
Jul 3, 2026
Lucy L. Shepherd, 101, of Troy, Virginia, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Born on February 9, 1925, in Albemarle County, she was the daughter of the late Fannie Carter Howard. She is preceded in death by her husband, James E. Shepherd; daughter, Joseline McCowin; brother, Robert Howard Jr.; sister, Josephine Williams; as well as...
