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Marion Martin

Marion Martin

Aug 26, 2025

Deaconess Marion Isabel Martin, 98, of Palmyra, Virginia departed this life to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She was born on August 26, 1927, in Palmyra, Virginia to the late Miles and Susan Jackson.

Marion joined Evergreen Baptist Church in Palmyra, Virginia at an early age. Later moved her membership to Shiloh Baptist Church in Waynesboro, Virginia...

Rebecca Shoemaker

Rebecca Shoemaker

Aug 26, 2025

Rebecca Shoemaker, 50, of Louisa, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on August 26, 2025, in her beloved recliner chair. Born on October 16, 1974, Rebecca was the cherished daughter of Robert Shoemaker and Lillie Trent, who precede her in death.

She is survived by her devoted spouse, Crystal Lynn Shoemaker, and her seven children: Christy Dishman, Brandon Dishman, Brittney Dishman,...

Thomas Charles Fredrick

Thomas Charles Fredrick

Aug 23, 2025

Thomas Charles Fredrick, went to be with the Lord on August 23, 2025, after battling a long illness. Born on August 23, 1964, to the late David and Nancy Fredrick, Tom was also predeceased by his brother, David Fredrick, Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn Fredrick, and his brother, Jim Fredrick, along with his wife, Ruth. Thomas took...

Lisa Carriker

Lisa Carriker

Aug 22, 2025

Lisa A. Carriker, 65, of Virginia, formerly of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away on August 22, 2025.

Born and raised in Charlotte, Lisa dedicated much of her life to serving her community as an officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. She carried her badge with courage and compassion, embodying a deep sense of duty and kindness in all that she did.

In...

Lorraine Estes

Lorraine Estes

Aug 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lorraine M. Estes, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Lorraine left us peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born to John and Olala Mathews on March 17, 1944, Lorraine's life was a testament to resilience and dedication. A devoted wife for 58 years to Jimmie D. Estes,...

Mildred Pippin

Mildred Pippin

Aug 22, 2025

Mildred Breeden Pippin, 91, of Fluvanna County, was taken home on August 22, 2025, in Wilmington, Virginia. She was born on September 8, 1933, of parents Coleman L. Breeden and Janie N. Breeden.

She is survived by her sisters Carrie B. Jones of Danville and Martha B. Brown-Snyder (Charles) of Troy; Nephews Roger L. Jones (Shannon) of Franklin, Tennessee and Kevin...

John Leonard Wranovics

John Leonard Wranovics

Aug 22, 2025

John Leonard Wranovics (JL) passed away at his home Aug 22, 2025. Before settling in VA, JL grew up in South Amboy NJ.

JL is survived by his mother, Hilda Wranovics, his sister & brother-in-law Denise & Charles Klauder. Niece Megan Haynes, nephews Griffin & Kyle Klauder and great niece Alaina Ryan Haynes. He was preceded in death by his father,...

Duralene Sheridan Jordan

Duralene Sheridan Jordan

Aug 21, 2025

Duralene Sheridan Jordan, 82, passed away at home from cancer on August 21, 2025. She was surrounded by loved ones as she stepped through the veil to be with her family eternally.

She was born July 6, 1943, in Orchid, Louisa County, Virginia, at the home of her Sheridan grandparents, and was preceded in death by her parents, Hugh Carlyle Sheridan...

Raymond Burris

Raymond Burris

Aug 14, 2025

Raymond Douglas Burris, affectionately known as Doug, was born on January 19, 1949, in Pulaski County, Virginia, and passed away peacefully at his home in Goochland, Virginia, on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the age of 76.

Born to the late Eula Jean Field and Raymond Coolidge Burris, Doug was preceded in death by his parents and lived a life rooted...

Lisa Hensley

Lisa Hensley

Aug 8, 2025

Lisa Marguerite Hensley crossed the Rainbow Bridge on Friday, August 8,2025, where she was reunited with all her four-legged furry friends who preceded her. Lisa was 61, having been born to Nora S. and Simmie E. Hensley on February 14, 1964. 

She was preceded in death by her father and her Grandmother Nora Spenceley Dawson. Surviving her passing are her mother,...

David McDuffie

David McDuffie

Aug 6, 2025

David McDuffie, 71, of Goochland County, Virginia passed away on August 6, 2025.

He is in the care of Norman Funeral Chapel. 

Tia Baehr

Tia Baehr

Aug 4, 2025

Tia Renae Baehr (Martin), lovingly known as “TT” to the many children she cherished, passed away on August 4, 2025, at the age of 43 in her hometown of Goochland, Virginia.

Born and raised in Goochland, Tia built a life full of deep friendships, community involvement, and boundless love. While she held many roles throughout her life, none meant more to...

Robert Lee Powell

Robert Lee Powell

Aug 1, 2025

ROBERT LEE “BOB” POWELL, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 1, 2025, at his home in Decatur, Georgia, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of more than fifty years, Bobbi Powell, in 2019.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at...

Edward Dunnivan

Edward Dunnivan

Jul 27, 2025

Edward Randal Dunnivan, “Randy”, 58, of Louisa County, Virginia passed away July 27, 2025. Randy was born April 8, 1968, to Edward T. and Arlene G. Dunnivan.

He is survived by his mother Arlene, daughter Starr, his sister Tracy Dollens, his brother Rodney Dunnivan, his three nieces, three nephews and four great nieces.

He was preceded in death by his Father Edward...

Vernelle Hughes Payne

Vernelle Hughes Payne

Jul 24, 2025

PAYNE, Vernelle Hughes, 95 years old, of Goochland, Virginia, died peacefully at home on July 24, 2025. The oldest child of A. Carlyle Hughes and Lacy Carter Hughes, both deceased, she has left behind to cherish her memory children, Juanita Pritchett (Louie), Diane Eversole (Irvin), Roy Payne (Debbie) and Karen Payne, along with her grandchildren, Jill Wiles (Jimmy), Priscilla Nemetz...

Nathan Adam Curry

Nathan Adam Curry

Jul 21, 2025

Nathan Adam Curry of Louisa passed away at his home July 21, 2025. He was born on August 1, 1979, to William and Lois Curry.

Nathan is survived by his beloved wife, Erin, as well as his cherished daughters, Amethyst and Madalynn. He also leaves behind his brothers, Douglas and Daniel, his sister, Stella, and numerous nieces and nephews who will...

Margaret H. Frank

Margaret H. Frank

Jul 13, 2025

Margaret H. Frank, age 77, and a long-time resident of Palmyra, Virginia, passed away in Charlottesville, VA on the morning of Sunday, July 13, 2025. Margaret, lovingly called Henri by her family and friends, was born in Webster, Kentucky in 1948. She is survived by two sisters and brothers-in-law: Sue and Don Geimer of Marshfield, MO and Joyce and James...

Isabelle Duke

Isabelle Duke

Jul 6, 2025

DUKE, Isabelle Brooks, 97, died peacefully, July 6, 2025, at home. A life-long Goochland resident, she was born to Ernest and Laura Attkisson Brooks and was the widow of George W. Duke after 55 years of marriage. Grateful for her life are her descendants: daughters Linda (Roland) and Kathleen (David), 6 grandsons, and 10 great-grandchildren. She loved history and was...

Ruby Schumaker

Ruby Schumaker

Jul 6, 2025

We are saddened by the loss of Ruby Louise (Glenn) Schumaker, of Palmyra, Virginia, who left us on the morning of Sunday, July 6, 2025, at the age of 98. She passed away peacefully after a valiant struggle with cancer for the fifth time. Born January 21, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Sadie Swortzel Glenn and George...

Olive Hollins

Olive Hollins

Jul 5, 2025

Olive Hicks Hollins, 94, of Sandy Hook, VA, passed away at home on July 5, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred, and her grandson, Andrew. She is survived by her children David (Susan), Mark (Susan) and Steve (Pam), her grandchildren Katherine (Mike), Daniel (Ashley), Michael, Tristan (Maggie), Weston, Samantha and Becky, and her great grandchildren Peyton,...