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William “Shop Mike” Michael CollinsVeteran

William Michael “Shop Mike” Collins,63, died Friday, November 15, 2024, peacefully at his home. Born in New York, he was the son of the late William Clarence and Patricia Winton Collins. “Shop Mike” had retired from Rappahannock Electric Co-o…

Stacey Nicole Osborne

Stacey Nicole Osborne,34 of King George, VA, passed away peacefully at her home on November 11, 2024.  Stacey was born in Charleston, WV and at an early age moved to Virginia with her mother.  She had a very happy childhood with her three siblings,…

Darlene G Wernsman

Darlene Wernsman, 84, of Fredericksburg, passed away on Saturday November 9th, 2024. Darlene is survived by her loving husband, Robert; three children Mark Wernsman and wife Cheryl, Bobbi Page and husband Chris, and youngest son Matthew Wernsman; …

Vera M Ayres

Vera M. Ayres, 94, of Colonial Beach, VA peacefully passed away on November 8, 2024. A beloved longtime resident of Colonial Beach, Vera cherished her community, her faith, and especially her family. Known for her boundless love and devotion to he…

Marianiani L. Porter

Mary was a graduate of Welch High School where she was an active participant in social events in school and at her local church. After graduation, Mary stayed home and attended to her parents while her brothers went off to college. Mary also worked i…
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Michael D HamptonVeteran

Michael D. Hampton, 58 of King George, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 in VCU Medical Center, after losing the battle with pancreatic cancer. Michael was born in San Bernardino, California and the outdoors was his happy place.  Being t…

Betty Joe Hays Warren

Betty Joe Warren, 92, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024. She was born on March 29, 1932 in Glenville, WV to her beloved parents, John and Hallie Hays. A faithful member of Colonial Beach United Methodist Church and volunteer at the Coloni…

Elmer Larry Robertson

Elmer Larry Robertson, 83, of Woodford died Sunday, November 3, 2024 at his home. Born in Arkansas, he was the son of the late Frank and Dora Alene Robertson. Elmer retired after 38 years from VDOT in Culpeper; was a member of Round Oak Baptist Churc…

Tara Payne

Tara Lynn Payne, 43, of Spotsylvania, died suddenly at her home November 3, 2024 at her home. Survivors include her mother, Ann McCrummen; daughter, Paisley Johnson; brother, Adam Payne; two nephews, Adam Payne, Jr. and Carter Payne; and her partner,…

James Carroll Brown, Jr.

James Carroll Brown, Jr., 76, of Tappahannock passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.  He was a retired employee of VDOT.  Carroll was a lifelong farmer and member of Upper Essex Baptist Church.  He was a me…

Lonnie Scott Serrett

Lonnie Scott Serrett., 74, of Rappahannock Academy died Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Mary Washington Hospital. He was the son of the late Charles W. and Margie Rozell Serrett. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine Marshall Serrett; two daugh…

Leon C. Cropper

Leon C. Cropper, 82 of Rappahannock Academy passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Mary Washington Hospital. Born in King George, Leon had retired after 20 years of civil service at NSWC – Dahlgren and later worked as a warrant officer for Car…

Janice Lee McGaffic

Janice Lee McGaffic 84, of Stafford passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth D. McGaffic, Sr.  Janice is survived by their five children Kenneth D “Ken” McGaffic, Jr., Danyelle Dodson…

Albert Gordon Frantzich Jr

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Albert Gordon Frantzich Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Gordon was a man of many accomplishments, but his greatest success was the manner in which he loved. He deep…

Louise H Campbell

Louise H. Campbell, 94, of King George, entered into eternal rest on October 27, 2024. Louise dedicated over 35 years as a foster care parent, nurturing and shaping the lives of countless children. Known for her strong yet loving nature, Louise gu…
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Sean Allen WorleyVeteran

Sean Allen Worley, 40, of King George, passed away on October 22, 2024. Sean proudly served as a Firefighter/Paramedic with NDW Fire Department, having joined the department in 2013. Over the years, he earned his NREMT-Medic certification and was …

Charles E Sale

Charles “Charlie” Sale, 84, of Ladysmith died peacefully at his home on Monday, October 21, 2024 with his family by his side.  Born in Mica (now Fort  A.P. Hill) on April 27, 1940, he was the son of the late Forrest and Lula E. Sale and was pre…

Brian Winston Carroll

Brian Winston Carroll, 35 of Ruther Glen passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 21, 2024.  A 2007 graduate of Caroline High School, Brian was an Army Veteran.  He served in the 1st Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, 4…

HAROLD “DONALD” A DUKE

At the loss of someone so dear, grief is a massive emotion to carry. But that overwhelming sense of immeasurable loss means we also experienced a profound sense of love. If we make it through the pain, the sorrow may remind us of the enduring imprint…

Willie “Billy” Lewis Payne, Jr.

Willie Lewis Payne, Jr., 61, passed at his residence in Shingleton, Michigan October 21, 2024. “Little Billy,” as close family and friends referred to him, was also known as Ryan D. Anthony. Billy will be remembered for his sense of humor as w…
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James Kenneth GallahanVeteran

James Kenneth Gallahan (Gally), age 85, entered eternal rest on October 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of almost fifty years, Sonja Jeanguenat Gallahan. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. …

Henry DeRosh Pollard

Henry DeRosh Pollard, 84 of Mechanicsville passed away after a lengthy illness on October 19, 2024. He was born in Richmond to the late Johnnie and Harriet Harman Pollard. One of the premier slow pitch softball umpires in the sport’s history, Po…

Marjorie Watts Pitts

Marjorie Watts Pitts, 93, of Milford, Va passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2024 surrounded by family.  She was born February 18, 1931 to the late William and Elmyra Watts.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her hu…

Debra Lynn Thompson

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Debra Lynn Thompson on October 16, 2024 at the age of 67. Debbie was born on November 3, 1956 to Marjorie and Samuel Farmer in Jacksonville, FL.  She graduated from Terry Parker High School…

Arthur Edward Turlington

Arthur “Art” Turlington, born on June 26, 1956, in Washington, D.C., passed away on October 16, 2024, in Colonial Beach, Virginia. Art was a devoted husband to Linda Turlington and a loving father to his four children: Scott Ward, Traci Johnson (Jay)…