Linda Christine Luther
Aug 21, 2026
Linda Christine Luther, age 82, of Hightown, passed away Friday, August 21, 2026 at University of Virginia Medical Center.
She was born September 30, 1943, a daughter of the late Howard L.E. Price and Mary Ellen (O'Connor) Price.
Raised in a devout Catholic home, Linda grew up in King of Prussia, PA and graduated from Upper Merion High School. Known for her...
Barbara Jean (Klein) Hevener
Aug 20, 2026
Barbara Jean (Klein) Hevener, age 97, of Monterey, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2026 at her home.
She was born September 12, 1928 and raised on Long Island, New York, a daughter of the late William L. and Mildred (Hall) Klein.
On May 3, 1952, she married James Boice Hevener, who preceded her in death January 17, 2003.
An artist, Barbara attended Skidmore...
Haley Renee Warner
Aug 12, 2026
Haley Renee Warner, age 26, of Lillian, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Haley was born April 24, 2000, in Harrisonburg, Va., the daughter of Erica John Whitelaw of Lillian and Tony Trent Warner of Blue Grass, Va.
Haley attended Highland High School through her Junior year and graduated from Fort Defiance High School in 2018.
She graduated with a Bachelor...
William Montgomery "Billy" Pullin
Aug 11, 2026
William Montgomery Pullin, 64, of Frostburg, MD, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at UPMC Western Maryland in Cumberland, MD.
He was born on June 14, 1962 in Richmond, VA, the son of the late Ralph Montgomery Pullin and Ruth Charlotte (Simpson) Pullin. He grew up primarily in Highland County, VA before moving to Cumberland, Maryland, where he graduated from Fort...
Larry Daniel "Breeze" Smith
Aug 10, 2026
Larry Daniel “Breeze” Smith, age 59, of Monterey, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026 at his home.
He was born August 25, 1966 in Alexandria, a son of Bernice (Shifflett) Smith and the late Emmett Dale Smith.
Larry—also known by his CB handle, Breeze—was a retired over-the-road truck driver with 42 years of dedicated service to the trucking industry. During that time,...
Roger Leroy Kincaid
Jul 29, 2026
Roger Leroy Kincaid, age 72, husband of Isabelle (Puffenbarger) Kincaid, of Head Waters, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
Born November 22, 1953 in Staunton, he was a son of the late Glenn Brisen and Patricia Jean (Riley) Kincaid.
Raised in Churchville, Roger attended and graduated from Buffalo Gap High School, and on August 15,...
Glenda Nadine Gibbs
Jul 15, 2026
Glenda Nadine Gibbs, age 93, of Monterey, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at her home.
She was born February 16, 1933 in Baltimore, MD, a daughter of the late Harvey and Neada Mae (Earnst) Covell.
On March 22, 1969, she married Clifford Ward Gibbs, who preceded her in death in 2001.
Retired from Frederick Memorial Hospital, Glenda had been employed in housekeeping....
Elizabeth Ann "Diesel" Keyser
Jul 6, 2026
Elizabeth Ann “Diesel” (Avis) Keyser, age 43, of Hot Springs, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026 at Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
She was born August 7, 1982 in Hot Springs, a daughter of the late Rodney Lee and Mary Elizabeth (Gwin) Avis.
She found joy in life’s simple pleasures and treasured every moment spent outdoors, especially swimming and kayaking. She enjoyed...
Sean Patrick Joseph Arnott
Jul 1, 2026
Sean Patrick Joseph Arnott, age 29, of Craigsville, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Augusta Health.
Born December 15, 1996, Sean was the eldest son of Barbara Jean Arnott and Dewey Dean Moyers, Jr.
A graduate of Highland High School, Sean was employed as a foreman with Stone Hill Construction in Bridgewater.
He was an amazing dad, son, and friend. He had...
Clyde Albert Barkley
Jun 20, 2026
Clyde Albert Barkley, age 85, of Franklin, WV passed away Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Hospice of the Panhandle in Kearneysville.
He was born in Hightown, Va. on December 6, 1940, a son of the late Ottie Brown and Janet (Helmick) Barkley.
Clyde was a longtime timber cutter and logger, and for decades owned and operated his own sawmill. Additionally, Clyde worked...
Lucille Alice (Kelley) Ratcliffe
Jun 14, 2026
Lucille Alice (Kelley) Ratcliffe, age 80, of Warm Springs passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026 at The Springs Nursing and Rehab in Hot Springs.
She was born in Dunmore, West Virginia on June 12, 1946, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Evelyn Bernice (Clark) Kelley.
Lucille will be remembered for her deep love for horticulture; she found great joy and peace...
Toby (Sweet) Swecker
Jun 11, 2026
Toby Ann (Sweet) Swecker, 83, of Blue Grass, passed away Thursday, June 11th, 2026, at her home of 65 years.
She was born in Cabin Creek, West Virginia on November 28th, 1942, the daughter of the late James Kelly and Merle Grace (Will) Sweet.
On September 22nd, 1960, she married John Meade “June” Swecker Jr, who preceded her in death on May...
Ray Jay Ryder
Jun 10, 2026
Ray Jay Ryder, age 78, of Mountain Grove, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at his home.
He was born May 3, 1948 in Clifton Forge, a son of the late Rexford George and Maxie Gladys (Jenkins) Ryder.
A man of faith, Ray was baptized and raised in the former Mountain Grove United Methodist Church (now the Mountain Grove Community Church), and...
Lucille Gay (Hicklin) Neil
Jun 9, 2026
Lucille Gay (Hicklin) Neil, age 90, of McDowell, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at The Springs Nursing and Rehab in Hot Springs.
She was born in McDowell on May 3, 1936, a daughter of the late Rosser Stuart and Twila Lee (Phillips) Hicklin. On January 29, 1953, she married Junior Nelson Neil, who preceded her in death on...
Betty Ruth (Botkin) Robertson
Jun 7, 2026
Betty Ruth (Botkin) Robertson, age 85, of Warm Springs, died on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at The Spring Nursing and Rehab in Hot Springs.
Born on October 15, 1940 in Williamsville, she was a daughter of the late William Bernell and Glenna Mae (Ryder) Botkin.
In addition to her parents, Betty was predeceased by her husband, Louis Brown Robertson, who passed on...
Patsy "Poncho" Jean (Hodge) Hupman
Jun 3, 2026
Patsy Jean “Poncho” (Hodge) Hupman, age 80, of Hot Springs passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at The Springs Nursing Center in Hot Springs.
She was born in Millboro, April 18, 1946, a daughter of the late Bland Newton and Minnie Gladys (Simmons) Hodge.
On May 1, 1970, she married Elmore Linden “Buckshot” Hupman, who preceded her in death on April 17,...
Berlie May Botkin, Jr.
May 30, 2026
Berlie May Botkin Jr., age 54, of Scottsville, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville.
He was born August 12,1971 in Staunton, a son of the late Berlie May and Leona Charlotte (Hartman) Botkin. He was a 1989 graduate of Highland High School.
Raised in Highland County, Berlie carried with him throughout his life a...
Herbert "Frankie" Franklin Rexrode
May 30, 2026
Herbert " Frankie" Franklin Rexrode, age 76, of Warm Springs, passed away at his home on Saturday, May 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and devotion to those he cherished most.
He was born June 25, 1949 in Highland County, a son of the late Herbert Floyd Rexrode...
James "Jim" Patrick Rutt
May 27, 2026
Early Life and Education
James Patrick "Jim" Rutt passed away at home on May 27, 2026, surrounded by family. He was 72 years old.
Jim was born on December 11, 1953, in Washington, D.C., to Herbert Paul Rutt and Mary Ann Meyers Rutt. The oldest of three boys, he grew up in Adelphi, Maryland, where he spent much of his childhood roaming...
Timothy "Scottie" Scott Armstrong
May 25, 2026
Timothy Scott “Scottie” Armstrong, age 58, of McDowell, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026 at Augusta Health.
He was born December 11, 1967 in Staunton, a son of Steve Bradley and Devonne Gay (Stanley) Armstrong of Doe Hill.
Scottie, also known locally as “The Wizard,” enjoyed NASCAR, watching the Dallas Cowboys, and time spent helping his father around the farm. He loved...
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