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Franklin W. Walton

Franklin W. Walton

Feb 1, 2026

Franklin Willis Walton, Sr., 88, of Kents Store, VA went to be with the Lord on February 1st, 2026, from his home. He was born on March 17, 1937.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents - Clinton Willis Hutchinson and Nannie Langhorn Gibson Hutchinson, his parents – Newell "Toots" Frankin Walton and Louellen Ruth Hutchinson Walton, and many other...

Ethel Catherine O'Hagan Karnbach

Ethel Catherine O'Hagan Karnbach

Jan 26, 2026

Lovingly known as Mom, Mother, Muddah, and Grandma, she passed peacefully at the age of 92 in the loving arms of her daughter, Patti Kessels, of Lake Monticello.

Born in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn, New York, to Alfred and Ethel O’Hagan, Ethel entered the world alongside her identical twin, Marleen—a bond that remained one of the greatest joys of her life. Together,...

Charles Nuckols

Charles Nuckols

Jan 24, 2026

Charles D. “Nuck” Nuckols, 81, of Goochland, Virginia, passed away on January 24, 2026.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Adalaide Nuckols; his daughter, Barbara Nuckols; and his stepson, Michael Jennings.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jane Nuckols; his daughter, Anne Nuckols Smith (Patrick); his stepdaughters, Lisa Fair (Bert) and Terry Jennings; his stepson, Ronald Jennings...

Zenaida Silva Flores

Zenaida Silva Flores

Jan 22, 2026

Ms. Zenaida Flores passed away on January 22, 2026.

A visitation will be held Thursday, January 29th, 2026, at Norman Funeral Chapel, 2982 River Road West, Goochland, Virginia between the hours of 4:00-7:00pm. Her funeral service will be held 11:30am, on Friday January 30th, 2026, at Norman Funeral Chapel, 2982 River Road West, Goochland, Virginia. 

Fred Buell Lewis

Fred Buell Lewis

Jan 22, 2026

Fred Buell Lewis, 99, of Palmyra, passed away on January 21st, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on November 16, 1926, in Ashe County, North Carolina, the son of the late Lawrence Russell and Maude Octavia (Payne) Lewis.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 68 years, Margaret Thompson Lewis; his...

Nancy Bowles

Nancy Bowles

Jan 20, 2026

Nancy Thumma Bowles passed away on January 20, 2026, after 95 years of a life well-lived. Born in Harrisburg, PA, she was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Sara Thumma, and her siblings Jane Benziger, Phyllis Gingrich, William Thumma, and James Thumma. 

Nancy lived life to the fullest. 

She was an international traveler who forged deep and lasting friendships in...

Phyllis Lawson

Phyllis Lawson

Jan 19, 2026

Phyllis Jean Lawson entered the loving arms of our Lord on January 19, 2026. Born on December 13, 1964, on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii, she was the cherished daughter of Wallace Berry and Phyllis Balios. From the very beginning, Phyllis brought warmth and joy to everyone around her. Phyllis was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend....

Donna Mae Jewell

Donna Mae Jewell

Jan 17, 2026

On January 17, 2026, our sweet mom, Donna (GG), went to be with the Lord. She was an amazing Mom, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Sister, Aunt, Mentor, and Friend. Her heart was to serve others in any way possible. Her love and devotion to her children often found her playing both the Mother and Father roles. Many people considered her “Mom” or...

Daniel Harris

Daniel Harris

Jan 15, 2026

Daniel Eugene Harris, 82, of Palmyra, VA, went home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2026. He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Iris. He is survived by his sisters Peggy Meyer, Barbara Stevens, and Deb Estep; two sons, David (wife Julie) and Larry; and four grandchildren – Matthew, Michael, Katie and Sophie.

After 9 years in...

Dylan Rollins

Dylan Rollins

Jan 11, 2026

Dylan James Rollins, 29, of Charlottesville, Virginia passed away in January 2026. Dylan is survived by his brother Cody Rollins: his Cousin, whom he loved as a sister, Dannah Boston (Francois Boston): his mother Susan Vickers and stepfather Matthew Vickers: his father James Rollins and stepmother Cindy Rollins: his paternal grandmother Teresa Elliott: his maternal grandmother Doris Rourke: and a...

Nancy Knight

Nancy Knight

Jan 11, 2026

Nancy Knight, aged 85, of Troy, Virginia, passed away on January 11, 2026. Born on December 8, 1940, to Dan and Mary Morris, Nancy’s life was filled with love and devotion to her family and friends.

She is survived by her three sons, Greg Palmer, Rickey Palmer, and Wayne Palmer, as well as her brother, Elwood Morris, along with numerous other...

Marielle Campbell

Marielle Campbell

Jan 11, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Marielle Lavoie Campbell on January 11, 2026. Marielle was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was born on September 20, 1941, in Petite Rivière St-Francois, to Gerard Lavoie and Marie-Anne Simard of Canada.

On November 26, 1971, Marielle married the love of her life, the late Nelson R. Campbell, and together...

Thomas L. Shepherd

Thomas L. Shepherd

Jan 9, 2026

Mr. Thomas L. Shepherd, 84, of Fork Union, Virginia passed away January 9, 2026.

He is in the care of Sheridan Funeral Home. 

A graveside service will be held 12:00pm, Thursday, January 22nd, at Fork Union Memorial Cemetery, James Madison Highway, Fork Union, Virginia. 

Billy Hess

Billy Hess

Jan 7, 2026

Billy Hess, a career United States Army sergeant whose service spanned three wars and more than three decades, passed peacefully on January 7, 2025, surrounded by loving family after a life defined by courage, endurance, and quiet devotion to duty.

Billy first joined the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1940. In 1941, he and many other CCC members went on to volunteer...

Ruby Dean

Ruby Dean

Jan 6, 2026

Ruby Dean of Charlottesville Va. went home to be with the Lord on January 6, 2026, at the age of 78. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister.

Ruby Dean was proceeded in death by her mother Maybell(Tyler) Harris, father Cecil Sites, husband Solomon Cohill Dean and brothers Eddie Deane and Jimmy Dean. Ruby was survived by...

Russell A. Johnston

Russell A. Johnston

Jan 5, 2026

Russell Alexander Johnston, a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, in Richmond, VA, at the age of ninety-five.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of seventy-three years, Harriet White Johnston, his parents John and Lula Johnston, his brothers Wray and Paul, his sister Ruby, and his great-grandson, Asher Pleasants.

Russell...

Elizabeth Gloria Gibson

Elizabeth Gloria Gibson

Jan 4, 2026

Elizabeth “Gloria” Gibson left her earthly home at age 80, in Goochland County. Gloria was born on May 14, 1945 and raised by her parents James and Callie Houston. Gloria is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, William “Danny” Gibson, and their children, Danny and Brian. Gloria joins their youngest son, Douglas, in Heaven. One of Gloria’s greatest...

Henry Worrell

Henry Worrell

Jan 1, 2026

Henry Lee Worrell, 85, of Goochland, Virginia ran to meet Jesus on his birthday, January 1, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hadley and Ocie Worrell, and his brother, Roy Worrell. He is survived by his wife “old lady” of 62 years, Lynda Hanks Worrell, daughters Sharon Swift, Lisa Worrell, Amy Bowles (Thomas), and Lesley Nicholas (Kevin),...

Robert Andrew "Randy" Vasold

Robert Andrew "Randy" Vasold

Dec 29, 2025

Robert Andrew “Randy” Vasold had a life of many complexities. Born in Lynchburg, VA in 1947, the red-haired, feisty son of Helen “Shirley” Thompson Vasold and Robert Alton “Andy” Vasold, Randy sought to live life differently than many would expect.

After completing high school (George Washington High, Danville, VA), Randy joined the US Navy and proudly served his country. Upon return...

Gregory Scott Smith

Gregory Scott Smith

Dec 27, 2025

Gregory Scott Smith passed away on December 27, 2025, at his home in Virginia with his wife by his side. He was 70 years old.

Greg was the son of Oney Percy Smith, M.D., and Gloria Tetrault Smith and brother to Tracey Lauren Smith, all of whom predeceased him. He is survived by his wife Regina “Gina” Quigley; his sister Sharron...