Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Ruckersville, VA

Barbara Briggs

Barbara Briggs

Jul 4, 2025

Barbara (Martinez) Briggs, of Nelson County, VA Born January 2nd, 1965 Raised in the heart of Nelson County, Barbara was known for her bright brown eyes, charming smile, and outspoken nature that could light up any room. A devoted mother from the young age of 16, Barbara's life was defined by her fierce determination to create a better world for...

Richard Albert Meeker

Richard Albert Meeker

Jun 30, 2025

Plans to honor Richard's life may be shared at a future date.

William David Parrott

William David Parrott

Jun 28, 2025

Services for WD 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.

Tammy Venita House

Tammy Venita House

Jun 27, 2025

Tammy Venita House, 51, of Stanardsville, VA, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at her residence. She was born on December 11, 1973, in Cole County, MO to the late James Brooks and Barbara Bemis. As a young woman Tammy decided to enlist in the United States Air Force. She began her service as a Spanish Linguist, using her...

Michael Edward Gentry

Michael Edward Gentry

Jun 24, 2025

Services for Mr. Gentry 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.

Joanne Marie Drape

Joanne Marie Drape

Jun 23, 2025

Joanne Marie Drape, 81, of Charlottesville, VA, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Charlottesville Health and Rehab. She was born on October 12, 1943, in New Brunswick, NJ, to the late Julius and Genevieve Pasukinski. Joanne was a remarkable woman whose strength and devotion defined her life. A proud single mother of four, she faced every challenge with...

Shawn William Matelyan

Shawn William Matelyan

Jun 22, 2025

Services for Mr. Matelyan 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.

Karen Elizabeth Barnett

Karen Elizabeth Barnett

Jun 16, 2025

The family has chosen to remember Karen with a private ceremony at Panorama Natural Burial.

Richard Lee Chamberlain

Richard Lee Chamberlain

Jun 14, 2025

Richard Lee Chamberlain, also known as "Rabbit" to his close friends, 59, of Charlottesville, VA, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Louisa, VA on February 2, 1966. Richard was a man of the mountains, drawn to the peace and quiet only nature could offer. He loved the outdoors, whether surrounded by trees...

Joyce Marie Sykes

Joyce Marie Sykes

Jun 11, 2025

Joyce Marie Sykes, 85, of Fork Union, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Center for Acute Hospice Care in Charlottesville, Virginia, with her loving husband by her side. Born on May 26, 1940, in Burchardville, Pennsylvania, Joyce was the daughter of the late Elmer and Florence "Kitty" Winans. Joyce had a long and fulfilling career...

Lawrence Michael Shifflett

Lawrence Michael Shifflett

Jun 8, 2025

The family has chosen to remember Mike privately.

Joshua Andrew Deibert

Joshua Andrew Deibert

Jun 8, 2025

Services for Josh 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.

Eve Mccarty

Eve Mccarty

Jun 2, 2025

The family has chosen to remember Eve privately.

Jeffrey Norman Riddle

Jeffrey Norman Riddle

Jun 2, 2025

Jeffrey Norman Riddle, 62, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at the University of Virginia Medical Center, surrounded by his family. Born on May 27, 1963, in Charlottesville, Jeffrey was a lifelong native of Central Virginia. He was the son of the late Charles Norman Riddle and JoAnn Parr. Jeffrey was a devoted truck driver for...

Herbert Bruce Streicher

Herbert Bruce Streicher

Jun 1, 2025

Services for Bruce may be announced at a later date.

Leslie Diane Gibson

Leslie Diane Gibson

May 31, 2025

Services for Leslie may be announced at a later date.

Michael Frederick Dewes

Michael Frederick Dewes

May 30, 2025

Michael Frederick Dewes, 69, of Ruckersville, VA, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Hospice of the Piedmont Center for Acute Care. He was born at Bethesda Naval Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland, to the late William and Hazel Dewes. Mike was a proud graduate of Robert E. Peary High School in Rockville, Maryland, Class of 1974. Later in life,...

June Darlene Harlow

June Darlene Harlow

May 30, 2025

A Celebration of Life may be announced at a later date.

Jaima Vila Nova Tubbs

Jaima Vila Nova Tubbs

May 27, 2025

Services for Jaima may be announced at a later date.

Lizzie Michelle Parrott

Lizzie Michelle Parrott

May 27, 2025

Services for Ms. Parrott 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.

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