OBITUARIES

Nov 17, 2022

 

Gary Wayne Wimer, 60, of McDowell, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, November 17, 2022 while helping his dad in Circleville, WV.

He was born in Harrisonburg on July 25, 1962, a son of Ambers Wimer of Circleville, WV and the late Frances (Kisamore) Wimer.

One who never met a stranger or said “no,” Gary was willing to help anyone who...

Nov 11, 2022

 

Darlene Sue (Steele) Malcolm, 82, of McDowell, passed away, Friday, November 11, 2022 at Augusta Health.

She was born April 1, 1940, in Roanoke, the fifth child of John Alexander and Bessie Lee (Garst) Steele. After her father passed away when she was young, she lived for several years at the Methodist Children’s Home in Richmond. Following that, she...

Nov 10, 2022

 

Roy Lee Grant, 79, of McDowell, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022 at his home.

He was born March 30, 1943, a son of the late Charles Roy and Janet Ruth (Lockridge) Grant.

On September 26, 1964 he married Mary Mauzy, who preceded him in death on March 4, 2019.

A self-employed and accomplished mason, Roy was known for...

Oct 25, 2022

 

Aaron Mitchell Lathers, 45, of Bolar, passed away, Tuesday, October 25, 2022 while traveling in DeWitt, NY.

He was born January 1, 1977 in Albany, NY, a son of Susan Elizabeth (Mackerer) Lathers of Bolar and the late Mitchell Jay Lathers, who preceded him in death September 4, 2022.

Aaron was an alumnus of New Lebanon High School, where...

Oct 20, 2022

**Memorial Service has been added**

 

Darlene Frances (Hodge) Hise, 70, of Hot Springs passed away, Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Bath Community Hospital.

She was born in Bath County, April 9, 1952, a daughter of the late James Henry Marshall and Elizabeth (Jacobs) Hodge.

A homemaker, Mrs. Hise also babysat for countless parents, worked 13 years at The Homestead,...

Oct 9, 2022

 

Jessor Leroy Hupman, 57, of Williamsville and formerly Monterey, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022.

He was born in Bath County on August 31, 1965, a son of the late James Leonard and Mildred “Tune” Hope (Huffman) Hupman.

A life-long truck driver, Jessor had been employed with Hooke Brothers, Ruddle Trucking, Rasnake Trucking, Hinkle Trucking and most recently R...

Oct 7, 2022

 

Lonnie Eugene Arbaugh, age 71, of Monterey, passed away Friday, October 7, 2022 at Shenandoah House-Augusta Health. 

He was born April 15, 1951 in Circleville, WV, a son of the late Willie David and Regana (Wimer) Arbaugh. He married Betty Lou Beverage on December 21, 1969.

A hard worker, Lonnie worked for Howe’s Leather for 22 ½ years and...

Oct 2, 2022

 

Lena “Faye” (Armstrong) Colaw, age 84, of Blue Grass, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022 at her home.

She was born March 6, 1938 in Williamsville, a daughter of the late William Arlie and Margie Mae (Ervine) Armstrong. On October 14, 1961 she married Conley McKendrie Colaw.

Faye was a member of Blue Grass United Methodist Church and enjoyed...

Sep 25, 2022

 

John David Colaw, 90, of Big Valley, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022. He was the husband of Christene (Terry) Colaw, “Chrissie”, whom he married on March 6, 1953 in Hot Springs. He was born on July 13,1932 in Blue Grass, the son of the late George Edward Colaw and Virgie Belle (Swecker) Colaw.

John David graduated from Blue...

Sep 24, 2022

On Saturday, September 24, 2022, William Hrovat, Jr., 68, of Monterey, passed from this life to the next with his boots on.

Born February 8, 1954, Wil (or “Willie”) grew up in the greater Pittsburgh, PA area, a son of the late William and Lucille (Bizyak) Hrovat.  He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. With...

Sep 10, 2022

Louise Katherine Hall, 96, of Franklin, WV, passed away, Saturday, September 10, 2022 at her home.

She was born June 10, 1926, in Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter of the late Louis and Anna (Voroz) Virag.

A devout Roman Catholic, Mrs. Hall was a parishioner of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish.

A homemaker, Mrs. Hall was also an accomplished seamstress, who...

Sep 4, 2022

 

Bolar, VA

Mitchell Jay Lathers, 69, husband of Susan E. (Mackerer) Lathers, of Bolar, passed away Sunday, September 4, 2022 at his home surrounded by family.  

Born January 2, 1953 in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, he was a son of the late Julian Harris and the late Irene June (Pixley) Lathers.  Mitchell grew up in West Lebanon, NY and graduated...

Aug 15, 2022

Sarah “Leona” White, 101, of Centre Hall, PA, passed away suddenly on Monday, August 15, 2022 while enjoying life with family in Mill Gap, Va.

She was born July 29, 1921 in Hillsdale, a daughter of the late John Henry and Sarah Caroline (Douglas) Gromley. On June 22, 1946 she married Donald J White and moved to Juneau, where she...

Aug 7, 2022

 

Louis Edward Murray, 59, of Warm Springs, passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022 at his home.

He was born March 10, 1963 in Manassas, a son of the late Clarence and Mary (Lane) Murray.

A mechanic by trade, Louis loved restoring old cars and trucks. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting and camping. He also enjoyed time spent digging...

Aug 3, 2022

 

Dorothy “Dot” Jean (Colaw) Shepherd, 95, of Monterey, passed away Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at The Legacy at North Augusta in Staunton.

She was born in Blue Grass, on March 25, 1927, a daughter of the late George Edward and Virgie Belle (Swecker) Colaw.

An avid basketball player, Dot attended Blue Grass Schools and would recount memories of playing...

Jul 5, 2022

 

 

Sharon Ann Lotts, 79, of Fishersville, passed away after surgery on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville.

She was born on March 20, 1943 in Amsterdam, New York, a daughter of the late Francis Allen and Doris Elaine (Phillips) Wagar.

A 1960 graduate of Santa Maria High School, Sharon went on to earn...

Jun 28, 2022

 

Peggy Jean Paulette (Burns) Armstrong, 73, of Churchville passed away, Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Augusta Health.

She was born August 4, 1948 in Highland County, a daughter of the late William McKeffer and Audra Madeline (Hoover) Burns. On January 10, 1969 she married Marvin “Toots” Armstrong.

An accomplished artist, Peggy loved to draw and color. She enjoyed her...

Jun 24, 2022

 

Wanda Mae (Rexrode) Carroll, 91, of Mill Gap, passed away Friday, June 24, 2022 at Augusta Nursing and Rehab in Fishersville.

She was born January 28, 1931 in Highland County, a daughter of the late Floyd William and Lillie Mae (Wimer) Rexrode. She married James Vaiden “Amos” Carroll, who preceded her in death, August 5, 1979.

A member of...

Jun 15, 2022

Linda Carol Nipper, 71, of Monterey, went to be with her Lord, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville.

She was born May 20, 1951 in Augusta County, a daughter of the late Okie Alexander and Elizabeth “Libby” (Grogg) Nipper.

A longtime resident of Highland County, Linda was a member of Church...

Jun 13, 2022

Diane Linda Rosebraugh Klein, 84, of Head Waters, died on Monday, June 13, 2022 at her home. She was surrounded by her loving family and her three dear canine companions, Max, Buddy, and Louie.

She was born on April 30, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Albert J. Rosebraugh and Pearl (Julien) Rosebraugh. She attended George...