Rebecca Elizabeth (Hunt) Walker
Jun 11, 2025
Rebecca Elizabeth (Hunt) Walker, age 70, of Monterey, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
She was born July 24, 1954, the daughter of the late Burgess Clark and Norma Elizabeth (Hamilton) Hunt.
A proud U.S. Navy veteran, Becky was a lithographer within the Navy from 1974 until 1977. With the experience she acquired during her...
Walter "Buddy" Lee Davis
Jun 9, 2025
Walter “Buddy” Lee Davis, age 70, of Warm Springs, moved on to be with The Lord, Jesus Christ, on Monday, June 9, 2025 at his residence and surrounded by his loving family.
Buddy was born November 29, 1954, a son of Helen M. (Crummett) Davis of Woodbridge and the late “Teddy” R. Davis.
Foremost, Buddy was a devout Christian and the current...
Joachim "John" Karl Hermann Retzlaff
Jun 1, 2025
Joachim “John” Karl Hermann Retzlaff, 84, of Hot Springs, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025 at his residence.
He was born in Germany on May 20, 1941, a son of the late Hans Emil Reinhold and Charlotte Else (Antonie) Retzlaff.
A native of Timmendorfer Strand, Germany, “John” as he was commonly known, came to Bath County in 1973 from Washington, D.C. and...
Dennis Gene Phillips
May 12, 2025
*Updated services announced*
A celebration of life will be held 1 p.m., Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Bethel Church of the Brethren in Keezletown, with pastors Lane Turner and William Staton officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. A committal service in Arlington National Cemetery will be held and announced at a later...
Larry Paul Hough
May 11, 2025
Larry Paul Hough, age 81, of Monterey, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Harrisonburg.
Born on November 20, 1943 in Waukegan, Illinois, Larry was a son of the late Paul Donald and Mavis Marie (Hardy) Hough.
A Navy veteran, Larry had a wide variety of interests including: photography, drawing and painting pictures, pottery, wood working, refurnishing furniture,...
Carol (Terry) Waybright
May 7, 2025
Carol Irene (Terry) Waybright, age 74, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025.
She was born August 6, 1950 in Big Valley, a daughter of the late Charles “Ernest” and Daisy Margaret (Doyle) Terry.
A Christian who put church first and foremost, Carol was a lifelong member of Hamilton Chapel Advent Christian Church and attended Victory Chapel Advent Christian Church. There at...
Brandon "Bubba" Moats McMillen
May 5, 2025
Brandon “Bubba” Moats McMillen, age 37, of Harrisonburg and formerly of Moyers, WV passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 at his home.
He was born July 26, 1987, a son of Karen (Moats) Pitsenbarger of Moyers, WV and Kenton “Mac” McMillen of Michigan.
A Christian in faith, he was a member of St. Paul Independent Lutheran Church. Brandon graduated from Franklin High...
Myrtle May (Karicofe) Hoover
May 3, 2025
Myrtle May (Karicofe) Hoover, age 94, of Sugar Grove, WV, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Augusta Health in Fishersville, VA.
She was born April 29, 1931 in Doe Hill, VA, a daughter of the late Jesse Booker and Viola Roxie (Botkin) Karicofe. Myrtle called Doe Hill her “hometown” during her youth.
A lifelong Methodist, Myrtle was well grounded in her...
Diane (Denham) Steely
Apr 21, 2025
Diane Denham Steely, 78, of Blue Grass, formerly of Eufaula, AL, peacefully passed away Monday, April 21, 2025 at her home surrounded by her beloved family.
She was born January 9, 1947 in Clayton, AL, the youngest daughter of the late Jasper Lavert and Bettie (Williams) Denham.
A 1965 graduate of Clayton High School, Diane worked various jobs throughout her career ending...
Fr. Mario Richard Claro
Apr 19, 2025
Father Mario’s Mass of Christian Burial will livestream through Obaugh Funeral Home’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552000583698
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Fr. Mario Richard Claro, 84, of Franklin, WV, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA.
He was born September 19, 1940 in New York, NY, a son of the late Mario Gaetano and Margaret Mary (Duffy) Claro.
Fr. Mario, as he...
Leonard Dale Simmons
Apr 7, 2025
God said, “suffer no more my son, come home,” and so in the early morning hours of Monday, April 7, 2025, Leonard “Buck” Dale Simmons, age 66, of McDowell, passed away at Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Born August 25, 1958 in Staunton, he was a son of the late Edward “Jake” Roscoe Simmons and Erma “Jean” (Hatcher) Simmons of McDowell.
To give...
James Russell Hiner
Apr 1, 2025
James “Jimmy” Russell Hiner, age 91, of Monterey, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at his home.
Born on September 12, 1933 in the Dry Branch area of Mustoe, Jimmy was a son of the late Forest Taylor and Mary Susan (Waggy) Hiner. On January 4, 1964, he married Mary “Jean” Ferguson.
A veteran of the US Army, Jimmy was stationed in...
Kevin Leonard Armstrong
Mar 31, 2025
Kevin Leonard Armstrong, age 63, of New Hope, ran through the gates of heaven and straight into the loving arms of his Savior and Heavenly Father on Monday, March 31, 2025.
He was born March 19, 1962 in Staunton, a son of Benny Welton Armstrong of Churchville and the late Nancy Lee (Siron) Armstrong.
Kevin was raised on a farm in McDowell,...
Fred Michael Hise
Mar 29, 2025
Fred Michael Hise, age 38, of Glasgow, and formerly of Hot Springs, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 29, 2025 at his residence.
He was born February 16, 1987, a son of the late Carolyn Sue (Robinson) Hise and Michael Harold Hise.
Fred was a member of Hot Springs Baptist Church and a graduate of Bath County High School. Always known for his...
Louise Maxine (Colaw) Pritt
Mar 29, 2025
Louise Maxine (Colaw) Pritt, 92, of Monterey, peacefully passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at her home and surrounded by family.
She was born on November 20, 1932 in Mill Gap, a daughter of the late Dotson R. and Virginia (Hevener) Colaw. On July 2, 1977 she married the late Billy Blair Pritt.
Louise was a member of Victory Chapel Advent Christian...
Richard "Rich" Steve Holman
Mar 23, 2025
Richard “Rich” Steve Holman, 77, of Blue Grass, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Alleghany Health and Rehab in Clifton Forge.
He was born June 25, 1947, in Frogue, Ky., a son of the late Robert Hoy and Lilly Hazel Whitley Holman.
At age 11, Rich’s mother and sister died in a tragic accident, and he was lovingly raised by his...
Joanie Marie Heavenrich
Mar 22, 2025
Joan “Joanie” Marie Heavenrich, age 80, wife of Kenny Armstrong of Doe Hill, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Augusta Medical in Fishersville.
She was born on March 2, 1945 in Newport News, VA, a daughter of the late Alvin Paul and Dorothy Alma (Leibzeit) Pribbernow.
Joanie had retired from Stonewall Grocery, where she was well regarded and known for...
Joshua Adam Brock
Mar 14, 2025
Joshua Adam Brock, age 31, of Clemmons, NC, left this world to rest in peace on Friday, March 14th, 2025 as a result of a tractor trailer accident in Chappell, Nebraska.
He was born October 9th, 1993 in South Hill, VA to Sheryl Y. Brock and David A. Herber.
A man of strong faith, Joshua attended Revo Church in Winston-Salem. When not...
Mary Frances Pennybacker
Mar 7, 2025
Mary Frances Pennybacker, 91, of Sugar Grove, WV, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025 at Pendleton Manor in Franklin, WV.
She was born on November 14, 1933 in Pendleton County, a daughter of the late Courtney and Lydia (Puffenbarger) Pennybacker.
She was a member of the former Brushy Fork Full Gospel Church and enjoyed attending services at Brandywine Baptist Church.
A homemaker, she...
Richard "Huie" Dale Mullenax
Mar 5, 2025
Richard Dale “Huie” Mullenax, age 71, of Blue Grass, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at his home.
He was born August 23, 1953 in Blue Grass, a son of the late Joseph Thayer and Mildred Mae (Mullenax) Mullenax.
A mechanic, Huie had worked at Hull’s Shop in Blue Grass for over 20 years and was exceptional with wiring. He was a...
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