Obituaries

Donald Duane Johnson, Jr.

Donald Duane Johnson, Jr.

Oct 30, 2025

Donald Duane Johnson, Jr., 69, of Shenandoah, VA, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at his residence. He was born on February 21, 1956, in Fort Pierce, FL, to Ila Jacqueline Johnson and the late, Donald D. Johnson, Sr. Don (Donnie) lived life with a feisty spirit and a love for the...

Alice "Jane" Morgan

Alice "Jane" Morgan

2025

Alice “Jane” (Arseneau) Morgan, 94, entered into eternal life in Heaven on October 27, 2025, at The Harbor Memory Care in Stanardsville, Virginia, which had been her home for the past two years.

Born and raised in Bourbonnais, Illinois, Jane was a proud daughter of a French-Canadian heritage. She lived in the Bourbonnais area for nearly her entire life and was...

Robert William Gibson

Robert William Gibson

Oct 26, 2025

Robert W. Gibson, 86, of Louisa, VA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at his residence. An online guestbook is available at www.compassionatecremationva.com www.compassionatecremationva.com/obituaries/robert-gibson-67/ Compassionate Cremation Services of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arrangements.

Ronald Lee Norris "Cotton"

Ronald Lee Norris "Cotton"

Oct 24, 2025

Ronnie "Cotton" Lee Norris, 69, of Rhoadesville, VA passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. He was born on March 14, 1956, in Culpeper, VA, to the late George Fletcher Norris and Agnes Mae Payne Norris. He attended Culpeper County High School, where he balanced his education with full-time work...

Danny Watman Cook

Danny Watman Cook

Oct 23, 2025

Danny W. Cook, 48, of Bristol, VA, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. He was born on June 20, 1977, in Richlands, VA to the late Granville and Thelma Slater Cook. A man of faith, Danny was baptized at Highlands Fellowship around 2015 by Pastor Steve Robinson, where he became a devoted...

Beverley Lynn Appleton

Beverley Lynn Appleton

Oct 21, 2025

The final curtain call has come for actor, producer, director and most of all the artist known as Beverley Lynn Appleton, better known as "Bev." Bev was born in Harrisonburg, VA. Once he caught the acting bug in his early twenties, he made it his lifelong pursuit. For the next 50 years Bev would have a career in the theater...

Jayson Thomas Moore

Jayson Thomas Moore

Oct 21, 2025

Jayson Thomas Moore, infant son of Jeremy Moore and Charisse Jones, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. A service to honor Jayson may be announced at a later date. An online guestbook is available at www.compassionatecremationva.com Compassionate Cremation Services of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arrangements.

Donna Marie Brown

Donna Marie Brown

Oct 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Donna Marie Brown Born May 26, 1960 - Called Home October 21, 2025 Our mother, Donna Marie Brown, 65, of Charles Town, West Virginia, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. She was born on May 26, 1960, in Daytona Beach, Florida, to Frances Graham...

Warren Anthony Thompson

Warren Anthony Thompson

Oct 15, 2025

Warren Anthony Thompson, 79, of Ruckersville, VA, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. A service to honor Warren's life may be announced at a later date. An online guestbook is available at www.compassionatecremationva.com Compassionate Cremation Services of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arrangements.

Yao Ming Lee

Yao Ming Lee

Oct 12, 2025

Yao Ming Lee, 69, of Charlottesville, VA, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Albemarle Health and Rehab.

A service to honor Yao Ming's life may be announced at a later date.

Compassionate Cremation Services of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arrangements.

Linda Ruth Blondel

Linda Ruth Blondel

Oct 12, 2025

LINDA RUTH (WILDER) BLONDEL passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 12, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on April 25, 1947, Linda graduated from Baltimore's Peabody Preparatory School studying piano, music theory, and dance. She then attended Bennington College, graduating as a music and dance major. Linda continued her dance pursuits in New...

Yao Ming Lee

Yao Ming Lee

Oct 12, 2025

Yao Ming Lee, 69, of Charlottesville, VA, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Albemarle Health and Rehab. A service to honor Yao Ming's life may be announced at a later date. Compassionate Cremation Services of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arrangements.

James Robert Scherle

James Robert Scherle

Oct 11, 2025

James Robert Scherle, affectionately known as Jim, 62, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his residence in Palmyra, Virginia, with loved ones by his side. Born on November 14, 1962, in Red Bud, Illinois, to the late Robert and Regina Scherle, Jim was raised in the Roman Catholic faith. He believed deeply in the teachings of Jesus...

Carol Adams Crawford

Carol Adams Crawford

Oct 11, 2025

Carol Adams Crawford, 86, of Barboursville, VA, passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She was born on October 29, 1938, in Gordonsville, VA to the late James and Mary Smith Adams. Carol dedicated over forty years of service to Comdial, where she was respected for her commitment, dependability, and warm personality. She...

Walter Scott Aley

Walter Scott Aley

Oct 9, 2025

Plans to honor Mr. Aley's life may be announced at a later date.

Ana-Aegi Ortiz-Clothiaux

Ana-Aegi Ortiz-Clothiaux

Oct 8, 2025

Ana-Aegi Ortiz Clothiaux Ana-Aegi Ortiz Clothiaux (aka Anne Egete), age 65, died in her home surrounded by family and friends on October 8, 2025. After many years of living with manageable levels of cancer, the disease finally progressed to a stage she could no longer fight. Faced with a sudden turn and just months to live, Ana sustained a loving...

Terry Lynn Szlosek

Terry Lynn Szlosek

Oct 5, 2025

Terry Lynn Szlosek, 62, of Reva, VA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at her residence. She was born on October 26, 1962, in Richwood, WV, to the late David and Shirley Worrell. Terry found her greatest joy in the simple beauty of life, especially at the beach, where she always longed to be. The sound of the...

Elwood Wayne Gibson

Elwood Wayne Gibson

Oct 3, 2025

Elwood Wayne Gibson, 78, of Charlottesville, VA, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on Friday, October 3, 2025, at his residence. He was born on December 8, 1946, to the late Robert and Ethel Gibson. Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, demonstrating his lifelong commitment to service and honor. Following his time...

Hilary Browne Fitzpatrick

Hilary Browne Fitzpatrick

Sep 29, 2025

Hilary Browne Fitzpatrick, 73, of Charlottesville, Virginia, formerly from Lawrence, New York, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on September 29, 2025. She was born on July 23, 1952, in Oceanside, New York, to the late Peter Carroll and Lillian Jean Browne. Hilary spent her childhood exploring the marshes of Long Island alongside her five siblings. A graduate...

Kenneth Steven Dalton

Kenneth Steven Dalton

Sep 29, 2025

Kenneth Steven Dalton, 65, of Ruckersville, VA, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. He was born on October 30, 1959, in Wichita, TX, to Archie and Anna Dalton of Barboursville, VA. Kenneth was a devoted family man who will be remembered for his kind heart and gentle spirit. He found joy in the quiet...

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