Betty Jane Cannon
Jan 27, 2026
Betty Jane Gatrell Middleton Cannon was born May 3, 1943, in Sharpsburg, Maryland to Louise (Henson) and John Gatrell Sr. She entered eternal rest on January 27, 2026, in Unionville, Virginia, at age 82. Betty was a kind and selfless soul, always putting others before herself. She was a faithful member of Rhoadesville Baptist Church since joining in 1984. Betty...
Norma Sue Morris
Jan 26, 2026
Norma Sue Morris, 89, of Ruckersville passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, in Charlottesville, Va. Born December 4, 1936, in Washington, DC. Norma Sue was the daughter of the late Oswald Carlton McMullen and Allegra Durrer McMullen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Holman Nelson Morris; her sister, Arlgia M. Sayers of Lewisville, NC and her grandson...
Milton Franklin Breeden
Jan 22, 2026
Milton Franklin Breeden of Advance Mills passed away Jan. 22, 2026, at the age of 94. Milton was born July 14, 1931, in Kinderhook and was raised there by his late parents, Carrie Beasley Breeden and Sherman Cover Breeden. He was predeceased by his brothers Marvin Breeden, Melvin Breeden, and Myron Breeden, and his sister Arlene Samuels. Milton is survived...
Katherine Anne Couvillon
Jan 19, 2026
We are saddened to announce the passing of Katherine Couvillon. She peacefully left her earthly home on January 15, 2026 in the evening at age 46 after a long battle with cancer. She is the daughter of Marilyn and Ferd (deceased) Kirshberger, sister of Jimmy (Kacie) Kirshberger and Karin (Jon) Constant, and a proud “Aunty Kat” of 6. She is...
Dorothy Mae Lloyd
Jan 19, 2026
Dorothy Mae Lloyd, 98, of Orange, died on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Dogwood Village of Orange. She was born on January 24, 1927, in Madison County and was the daughter of the late Perry Utz and Lucy Sparks Utz. She is also predeceased by her husband, Clinton R. Lloyd; step-sons, Harold Lloyd and Roger Lloyd; and step-daughter, Betty....
Rose Gwendolyn Christmas
Jan 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of Rose (Gwen) Christmas It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rose G Christmas, a cherished member of the community, beloved family member, and treasured friend. Rose departed this life peacefully, surrounded by family, and leaving behind a legacy of kindness, warmth, and unwavering love. Her Life and Legacy Rose was born with...
Harold Harvey Richards
Jan 18, 2026
Harold Harvey Richards, 63 of Syria, Va. passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at his home. He was born on July 26, 1962 to the late Harold Hobert Richards and Lottie Virginia Woodward Richards. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Rita Lockwood Richards; brother, Michael Warren Richards; sister, Eleanor Richards Jenkins. Harold was a jack of...
Thelma Agnes Jones Preisser
Jan 16, 2026
Thelma Agnes Jones Preisser, 74 of Madison, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026 at UVA Hospital. She was born on December 25, 1951 to the late Harry Glenn Jones, Sr. and Frances Grace Ryder Jones. She was also preceded in death by her son, David William Myers, Jr. Thelma was talented in many things. She spent her life doing...
Mary Lee Carpenter
Jan 15, 2026
Mary Lee Carpenter passed away on Thursday afternoon, January 15, 2026 at Greene Acres Nursing Facility where she had been living since September, 2025. Mary was born to the late Charles and Frances Strother of Orange, Va. She was one of eleven children. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Ross Strother. Mary Lee Strother met Shelton Carpenter,...
Dorene Best
Jan 12, 2026
Dorene Mangan Best, 80, of Louisa County, formerly of Ridgefield, New Jersey, passed on January 12, 2026, and was reunited with her beloved husband, Anthony E. Best Sr. She was welcomed home by her parents, Paul Mangan and Hazel Loeb Mangan; her sisters, Carol Best, Grace Bischoff, and Barbara McKeown; her nephew, Michael Thomas Best; and her cherished mother-in-law, Maria...
Hazel Millway
Jan 11, 2026
Hazel M. Millway passed away at the age of 90 on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at her home in Troy, Virginia, surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was born on June 15, 1935, in Goochland County, Virginia. Her parents were Munsey and Blanche “Helen” McCloud. In addition to her loving parents, she is preceded in death by her...
John Bradley Southard
Jan 7, 2026
John Bradley “JB” Southard Jr., 66, of Orange, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Autumn Care of Madison. JB was born on September 15, 1959, in Gordonsville and was the son of the late John Bradley Southard Sr. and Margaret Corbin Southard. JB is survived by a daughter, Michelle Southard-White, and husband Brian of Gordonsville; a son, Christopher “Chris”...
Florence Alva Webster
Jan 7, 2026
Florence Alva Webster, 95, of Orange, Virginia formerly of New York died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Greene Acres in Stanardsville, Virginia. Florence was born in Newaygo, Michigan and moved to New York at the age of 10. A graduate of Cherry Valley class of 1949, After graduating she worked in the glove factory, She moved to Orange, Virginia...
Laura Susan Smith
Jan 7, 2026
Laura Susan Smith, 74 of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 9, 1951 to the late John Estes and Shirley Gayle Beasley. Laura was employed at Blue Bell in Madison for many years and after their closing, she worked for Atlantic Union Bank in Madison. She...
June Perkins
Jan 6, 2026
June Elizabeth Perkins, age 77, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, at home, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Media, Pennsylvania, June grew up between there and Cismont, Virginia. She later spent time living in Texas and Maine before making her way back to Palmyra, Virginia. She lived a life marked by intelligence, resilience, and devotion to her family....
Evelyn Carol Morrison
Jan 3, 2026
Evelyn Carol Morrison (nee Kellogg), 87, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Prior to moving to Madison County and Charlottesville, she was a long-time resident of Woodbridge. Born on September 20, 1938, Carol was the daughter of the late Edwin and Evelyn Kellogg, Sr., of Glen Burnie, Maryland. In addition to her parents, Carol is preceded...
Barbara Jane Cochran
Jan 2, 2026
Barbara Jane Cochran, age 84, passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 2026, in Charlottesville, Virginia. She is the daughter of the late Dorothy Rider Smith and James Henry Smith of Etlan, Va. Barbara grew up in beautiful Etlan, Va. Barbara was born on February 4, 1941, in Charlottesville, Virginia. She lived a life centered on family, friendship, and a deep...
Thomas Jefferson Blankenbaker Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
Thomas Jefferson Blankenbaker Jr., 78, passed away on December 31, 2025. He is the son of the late Thomas Jefferson Blankenbaker Sr. and Marjorie Blankenbaker. In addition to his parents, he is also predeceased by his wife, Jessie Columbus Blankenbaker. Thomas is survived by his sons, Thomas (Teresa) Jefferson Blankenbaker of Southern Pines, NC, Roy (Shannon) Lee Blankenbaker of Locust...
Marques Davis
Dec 30, 2025
Marques Lamont Davis, of Barboursville, passed away on December 30, 2025 at the age of 44. He was born on August 26, 1981 in Elizabethton, TN to the late Gregory Davis and Pearl Esther Machen Davis. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Matthew and Cynthia Davis, M.D. and Ola Mae Machen, and his nephew, Onyx Cabbell.
Marques was a...
Noelle Mona Bombardier
Dec 27, 2025
Noelle Mazerolle Bombardier Fell Jacobs passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025, at age 86, slipping away quietly as she always lived, hoping to spare her family worry. Born on January 28, 1939, in Saint-Léonard, New Brunswick, to Levina and Fred Mazerolle, Noelle was one of six children and was predeceased by her parents and siblings Gerry, Joe, Lorn, Don,...
