James Francis Gartland II

Former Sheriff James Francis “Jim” Gartland II passed away on May 18, 2023 at his residence in King George, Virginia.   He was born to the late Florence Blake Gartland and the late James Francis Gartland I.  Jim was proceeded in death by his b…

Rebecca Elnora Clarke

Rebecca Elnora Clarke, affectionately known as ‘Clossie’ or ‘Becky’ was born on May 14, 1948, in Central Point, Virginia to the late Algia B. Clarke, Sr. and Lillian R. Clarke. God in His divine wisdom, called her into eternal rest on Thursda…

Jean W. Walter

Jean W. Walter, 90 of Burke, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at her home. Born in Minnesota, she had worked for the Army as Director of Arts and Crafts, while living in Germany and Panama and finally for Fauquier County Parks and Rec before reti…

Charles “Maxie” Beazley

Charles Maxwell “Maxie” Beazley, 72, of Milford died Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Bowling Green Health and Rehab. He was the son of the late Charles W. and Anna B. Beazley. Maxie lived in Milford in the same house his entire life, Maxie never marrie…
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Jimmy “Jim” Alexander ShepardVeteran

Jimmy “Jim” Alexander Shepard, age 81, of King George, Virginia, finally made it home to see his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 12, 2023.  He was born on February 23, 1942, in Tazewell, Virginia, to the late George and Bertha Shepard. …
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William Patrick “Bill” LongVeteran

William Patrick “Bill” Long, 63 of Moyock, North Carolina passed peacefully in the arms of his family on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in Rockville, Maryland. He was born in Greenville, Pennsylvania to the late William and Garda Long. Bill retired after…

Robert Lee Barnes

Robert “Bob” Lee Barnes was born in Snow Hill, North Carolina on Sunday, October 6, 1940.  He was the youngest of 10 siblings born to Jimmy Lewis Barnes and Lizzie Williams-Barnes.  Bob was called home to glory on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Virgi…

Barbara Watkins Beale

Barbara Watkins Beale, 91, of Sparta, VA, peacefully went to be with her Lord on May 7, 2023.  Raised in Roanoke, VA, she was the daughter of Violet Gill Watkins and Cornelius Tyree Watkins, Jr. She dedicated her life to educating others through he…
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Kenneth Stuart Stephens, Sr.Veteran

Kenneth Stuart Stephens, Sr., 77, of Jersey, VA passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2023. He was born in Fredericksburg, VA to Gustave and Elizabeth Stephens and was raised with a strong work ethic that he carried with him throughout his life. Kenn…
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Mitchell John PastulaVeteran

Mitchell John Pastula, 98, of Ruther Glen died Saturday, May 6, 2023. Born in  Luzerne  County Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Peter and Franciska Stalma Pastula. He was a Master Plumber and a U S Army veteran. His siblings consisted of fo…

John W. Stevens, Sr.

John Wayne Stevens Sr., 77 of Caroline County passed in his home on Saturday May 6, 2023. He was laid to rest on Thursday May 11, 2023, at Greenlawn Cemetery in Caroline County, with the Reverend Jack Bailey, pastor Hopewell UMC officiating. Wayne wa…
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Edward Thomas MiskinVeteran

Edward Thomas Miskin, 88, of Ruther Glen died peacefully Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Mary Washington Hospital. Born in Pennsylvania, he was a retired Captain with the U S Marine Corp and was a member of St. Mary of the Annunciation.  Survivors include…

Thelma Jean Lee

Thelma Jean Lee, 77, of Colonial Beach passed away peacefully on May 3, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones.  Born on September 1, 1945, she was the daughter of William and Virginia Ethel (Townsend) Dodd. She will be remembered as a loving mother, …

John “Jack” Joseph O’Brien, Jr

John “Jack” Joseph O’Brien, Jr, age 79 of Dahlgren, VA, passed away peacefully with family by his side on May 2, 2023. Jack was born at Ft. McPherson in Atlanta, GA on August 1, 1943, to John Joseph and Blanche Arlene O’Brien.  He grew up…

Alfred Lee Carter

Alfred Lee Carter, 75, of Ruther Glen passed away into the arms of the Lord May 1, 2023 at his home. Born July 11, 1947, he was the son of the late Conway and Mary Carter, and was preceded in death by a brother, Earnest Carter, nephew, Wesley Carter …

Margaret “Penny” Taylor

Margaret “Penny” Taylor, 70 of Bowling Green passed away very peacefully on Sunday, April 30, 2023. Born in West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Edward Smith and Margaret Keane. She will be remembered as loving mother, grandmother, gre…

Helen Lambros Labbe

Mrs. Helen Lambros Labbe, beloved by all who knew her, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2023 at the age of 103, in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Mrs. Labbe was a long-time resident of King George, and her compassionate care for the sick earned her …
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Allen David Duncan, Jr.Veteran

Allen David Duncan, Jr., also known as “Duncan” and “Pap”, 97, of Colonial Beach passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023.  He was a retired bricklayer and a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and a World War II Army Veteran.  Allen loved to…

James Glenn Sites, IV

James Glenn Sites, IV, 51, of King George passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023.  Jimmy is survived by his devoted wife Erica Sites; their two children James Glenn Sites V (Lily Whitehouse Sites) of Port Royal and Abigail Mae Sites of King George; h…

Virginia Moles Purks

Virginia Moles Purks, 97 of King George, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at her daughter’s home.  Daughter to the late Adelaide Deshazo Marshall and George W. Marshall, Virginia was born in King George on June 2, 1925.  For many years she…

Troy Lee Young

Troy Lee Young gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at the age of 62. Troy was born on February 28, 1961 to the late Phillip (Teddy) and Barbara Young. Troy is survived by his beloved soulmate and wife of 42 years, Joyce Young; t…
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Donald Edward SmithVeteran

Donald Edward Smith, 81, of Ruther Glen died Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at his home. Born in Virginia, he was the son of the late Zack F. Smith and Garry C. Smith. He owned and operated Smith’s Body shop. His children, are Don Smith (Stacey), Wanda …

Reginald Philip Hayden, Sr.

Mr. Reginald Philip Hayden, Sr.,82 passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at his home in King George County after a lengthy illness. He was the son of the late Philip and Hester Hayden of Dahlgren. He was a graduate of King George High School and rece…
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Richard HagenlockerVeteran

Richard Hagenlocker, 86, of Fredericksburg, retired Navy Commander and computer scientist, died April 22. He grew up on a farm in Union County, Ohio, with his parents, Ralph and Elsie (Carson) Hagenlocker and his brother Edward. He graduated fr…
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Richard WonsVeteran

Richard Wons, 77, passed away on April 18, 2023, at his home in King George, Virginia, after a courageous five-year battle with lung cancer. Richard was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, and he met the love of his life, Rita, on a blind date. …