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Obituary Preview: Garnette Morris Meadows, age 83, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024 surrounded by her two daughters. Garnette was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Annie Morris; a son, Scott Meadows; her sister, Faye Oliver; a brother, Harold Morris; and a niece, Wanda Oliver.She is survived by her children, Terri Hurley and her husband, Mark of Elkton; and Amanda Mills and her husband, Jon of Ruckersville. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Barry Ecroyd and his wife, Billie Jo of Elkton, Jordan Ecroyd of Harrisonburg, Perrin Mills of Charlottesville, Ariana Mills of Ruckersville and Kelan Mills of Ruckersville; as well as great-grandchildren, Trey Ecroyd and Madison Ecroyd of Elkton; and two special nieces, Gloria Oliver and Kathy Knight of Ruckersville.Garnette was born January 21, 1941 in Dyke, Virginia. She graduated from William Monroe High School in Stanardsville, Virginia. She started her career at UVA’s Payroll Department and worked there until she went to work for the Gynecological Oncology Department as the secretary. From there, she worked for Dr. Curt Tribble at UVA in the Cardiac Department. She retired from UVA in 2006 and then became a full-time Nana/Grandma, visiting and driving her grandkids around wherever they needed to go. She was a lifelong member and taught Sunday School at Spring Hill Baptist Church in Ruckersville for over 20 years and enjoyed every single minute of it. She made a huge impact on a lot of people and was well loved!The family would like to thank the nurses and caregivers of the Memory Care side of Brookdale Senior Living in Harrisonburg, Virginia for their wonderful care of mom. Also, we would like to thank Legacy Hospice of Harrisonburg for the amazing care and support we received during the short time mom was with them.A Memorial Service will be conducted 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Garnette Morris Meadows, age 83, of Ruckersville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024 surrounded by her two daughters. Garnette was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Annie Morris; a son, Scott Meadows; her sister, Faye Oliver; a brother, Harold Morris; and a niece, Wanda Oliver.

She is survived by her children, Terri Hurley and her husband, Mark of Elkton; and Amanda Mills and her husband, Jon of Ruckersville. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Barry Ecroyd and his wife, Billie Jo of Elkton, Jordan Ecroyd of Harrisonburg, Perrin Mills of Charlottesville, Ariana Mills of Ruckersville and Kelan Mills of Ruckersville; as well as great-grandchildren, Trey Ecroyd and Madison Ecroyd of Elkton; and two special nieces, Gloria Oliver and Kathy Knight of Ruckersville. Garnette was born January 21, 1941 in Dyke, Virginia. She graduated from William Monroe High School in Stanardsville, Virginia. She started her career at UVA’s Payroll Department and worked there until she went to work for the Gynecological Oncology Department as the secretary. From there, she worked for Dr. Curt Tribble at UVA in the Cardiac Department. She retired from UVA in 2006 and then became a full-time Nana/Grandma, visiting and driving her grandkids around wherever they needed to go. She was a lifelong member and taught Sunday School at Spring Hill Baptist Church in Ruckersville for over 20 years and enjoyed every single minute of it. She made a huge impact on a lot of people and was well loved!

The family would like to thank the nurses and caregivers of the Memory Care side of Brookdale Senior Living in Harrisonburg, Virginia for their wonderful care of mom. Also, we would like to thank Legacy Hospice of Harrisonburg for the amazing care and support we received during the short time mom was with them.

A Memorial Service will be conducted 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Obituary Preview: Lauren Danielle Andrews, 23, of Rileyville, Virginia, passed away May 3, 2024. She was born January 14, 2001, in Harrisonburg, Virginia and was the daughter of Mike Williams and Marie Ward.Lauren graduated from Page County High School and Lord Fairfax Community College in 2019 with her associates degree. She excelled on the basketball court with many accomplishments, such as scoring over one thousand career points and previous region 2B player of the year. Following graduation, Lauren received her Radiologic Technologist credentials from Sentara. She later achieved her CT Scan and Mammo Technologist certification as an employee of Valley Health at Page Memorial Hospital. She attended and got saved at Bethlehem Church in Stanley.Lauren is survived by her loving husband, Caleb Scott Andrews, who she married on October 15, 2022. Also surviving are her mother, Marie Ward and companion, Gerald Gordon of Shenandoah; father, Mike Williams and wife, Angie of Stanley; grandparents, Ronnie Sr. and Wanda Stoneberger Williams of Luray and Frank and Ann Grimsley of Shenandoah; father and mother-in-law, Scotty Andrews and Theresa Grimsley Andrews, of Shenandoah; a brother, Brandon “Bob” Williams; three sisters, Brooke Grimsley and husband, Josh, Haley Eppard and husband, Tristan and Tressa Good; step-father, Wayne Good; brother-in-law, Tyler Jenkins; sister-in-law, Morgan Jenkins; five special nieces, Kolbie, Maya, Rosalee, Allie, and Harper; a special nephew, Luka; numerous close aunts, uncles, special cousins, and extended family, including Quentin, Courtney, Nathan, Hannah, Butch, and Shirley. Lauren was preceded in death by grandparents, Judith Ward and Carlton and Sandra Good.A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday May 9, 2024, at Bethlehem Church in Stanley with Pastor Andy Seastrom and Pastor Keith Grimsley officiating. Burial to follow at Morning Star Lutheran Church Cemetery in Luray.Visitation will be from 12 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church, 1108 Kite Hollow Road in Stanley.Memorial contributions may be made to Bethlehem Church.

Lauren Danielle Andrews, 23, of Rileyville, Virginia, passed away May 3, 2024. She was born January 14, 2001, in Harrisonburg, Virginia and was the daughter of Mike Williams and Marie Ward.

Lauren graduated from Page County High School and Lord Fairfax Community College in 2019 with her associates degree. She excelled on the basketball court with many accomplishments, such as scoring over one thousand career points and previous region 2B player of the year. Following graduation, Lauren received her Radiologic Technologist credentials from Sentara. She later achieved her CT Scan and Mammo Technologist certification as an employee of Valley Health at Page Memorial Hospital. She attended and got saved at Bethlehem Church in Stanley.

Lauren is survived by her loving husband, Caleb Scott Andrews, who she married on October 15, 2022. Also surviving are her mother, Marie Ward and companion, Gerald Gordon of Shenandoah; father, Mike Williams and wife, Angie of Stanley; grandparents, Ronnie Sr. and Wanda Stoneberger Williams of Luray and Frank and Ann Grimsley of Shenandoah; father and mother-in-law, Scotty Andrews and Theresa Grimsley Andrews, of Shenandoah; a brother, Brandon “Bob” Williams; three sisters, Brooke Grimsley and husband, Josh, Haley Eppard and husband, Tristan and Tressa Good; step-father, Wayne Good; brother-in-law, Tyler Jenkins; sister-in-law, Morgan Jenkins; five special nieces, Kolbie, Maya, Rosalee, Allie, and Harper; a special nephew, Luka; numerous close aunts, uncles, special cousins, and extended family, including Quentin, Courtney, Nathan, Hannah, Butch, and Shirley.

Lauren was preceded in death by grandparents, Judith Ward and Carlton and Sandra Good.

A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday May 9, 2024, at Bethlehem Church in Stanley with Pastor Andy Seastrom and Pastor Keith Grimsley officiating. Burial to follow at Morning Star Lutheran Church Cemetery in Luray.

Visitation will be from 12 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church, 1108 Kite Hollow Road in Stanley.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bethlehem Church.

Obituary Preview: Raynald Anthony “Chip” Newman, 67, of Elkton, Virginia, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg. He was born May 24, 1956 in Vienna, Virginia and was the son of the late Joe Quinn, Artie Newman and Ida Juanita Williams Newman.Chip was raised in Northern Virginia and had various talents. His family had a gospel band, Stars of Bethlehem based out of Vienna. Chip had a great love for playing the bass guitar and overall appreciation of music. He spent time living in Pennsylvania and Colorado before moving back to Virginia. Chip was looking forward to the restoration of his 64 Ford Falcon.Surviving are his lifetime partner, Beverly Burrill-Hill; stepson, Michael Hill (Jennifer) of Crestview, Florida; stepdaughter, Sharon Burrill (Tim Wesley) of Elkton; brother, Joey Quinn; sister, Michelle Quinn; six grandchildren, Isaiah Hill, Tyrell Wesley, Isabella Hill, Iliana Hill, Ivy Hill and Iris Hill that he adored very much, as well and nieces and nephews and extended family.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Guinty Quinn.A funeral service will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Harrisonburg. Burial to follow at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 3173 Spotswood Trail in Harrisonburg.Memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o Go Fund Me, https://gofund.me/af59c782 Raynald Newman.

Raynald Anthony “Chip” Newman, 67, of Elkton, Virginia, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg. He was born May 24, 1956 in Vienna, Virginia and was the son of the late Joe Quinn, Artie Newman and Ida Juanita Williams Newman.

Chip was raised in Northern Virginia and had various talents. His family had a gospel band, Stars of Bethlehem based out of Vienna. Chip had a great love for playing the bass guitar and overall appreciation of music. He spent time living in Pennsylvania and Colorado before moving back to Virginia. Chip was looking forward to the restoration of his 64 Ford Falcon.

Surviving are his lifetime partner, Beverly Burrill-Hill; stepson, Michael Hill (Jennifer) of Crestview, Florida; stepdaughter, Sharon Burrill (Tim Wesley) of Elkton; brother, Joey Quinn; sister, Michelle Quinn; six grandchildren, Isaiah Hill, Tyrell Wesley, Isabella Hill, Iliana Hill, Ivy Hill and Iris Hill that he adored very much, as well and nieces and nephews and extended family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Guinty Quinn.

A funeral service will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Harrisonburg. Burial to follow at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 3173 Spotswood Trail in Harrisonburg.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o Go Fund Me, https://gofund.me/af59c782 Raynald Newman.

Obituary Preview: Linda “Jane” Dodson Fogle, 76, of Elkton, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024. She was born September 19, 1947 in Shenandoah, Virginia and was the daughter of the late Archie and Grace Stanley Dodson.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Archie Dodson and wife, Sandra and a sister, Sally Rinaca.On May 28, 1997, Jane married Larry Fogle, who survives. Jane loved the beach, traveling to see the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. She enjoyed Nascar races and spending time with her family. She was a member of Fields United Methodist Church in Shenandoah. She retired from Coors after many years of service. She will be missed by all those who knew and loved her.She is survived by her children, Lori Kite and husband, Mikey, Kevin Gray and wife, Andrea, Barry Fogle; grandchildren, Cori Brooks and husband, Jeff, Camden Gray, Haley Switzer and husband, Chad, Tucker McCoy and wife, Diana; great-grandchildren, Raylin Thurston, Jeffrey Brooks III, Kanon Switzer, Eloise Switzer; nephews, Jeffrey Painter, Chris Dodson, Eric Painter and a niece, Dee Dodson.A funeral service will be conducted, 11 a.m., Monday, May 6, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Rev. Stephen Creech officiating. Burial to follow at Resthaven Cemetery in Shenandoah, Virginia.Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Linda “Jane” Dodson Fogle, 76, of Elkton, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024. She was born September 19, 1947 in Shenandoah, Virginia and was the daughter of the late Archie and Grace Stanley Dodson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Archie Dodson and wife, Sandra and a sister, Sally Rinaca.

On May 28, 1997, Jane married Larry Fogle, who survives. Jane loved the beach, traveling to see the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. She enjoyed Nascar races and spending time with her family. She was a member of Fields United Methodist Church in Shenandoah. She retired from Coors after many years of service. She will be missed by all those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her children, Lori Kite and husband, Mikey, Kevin Gray and wife, Andrea, Barry Fogle; grandchildren, Cori Brooks and husband, Jeff, Camden Gray, Haley Switzer and husband, Chad, Tucker McCoy and wife, Diana; great-grandchildren, Raylin Thurston, Jeffrey Brooks III, Kanon Switzer, Eloise Switzer; nephews, Jeffrey Painter, Chris Dodson, Eric Painter and a niece, Dee Dodson.

A funeral service will be conducted, 11 a.m., Monday, May 6, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Rev. Stephen Creech officiating. Burial to follow at Resthaven Cemetery in Shenandoah, Virginia.

Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Obituary Preview: Roger Dale Shifflett, 79, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024 at his home. He was born August 17, 1944 and was the son of the late Virgil Henry Shifflett and Elsie Virginia Dean Shifflett.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Bill Shifflett, Johnny Shifflett, Charlie Shifflett and Fonda Shifflett; sisters, Patsy Shifflett and Janice Lawson.Roger was a member of Full Gospel Lighthouse Tabernacle for many years. He briefly taught school at Elkton Elementary and later owned and operated his painting business. He loved fishing in his youth and later in his life he enjoyed gardening and taking walks. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.He is survived by his wife, Vickie Shifflett (Meadows); daughters, Laura Franks and husband, Cody, Marianne Shifflett, Faith Campbell; step-daughter, April Diaz and husband, Jeremy; step-son, Scotty Huffman and wife, Crystal; brothers, Joe “Sonny” Shifflett and wife, Ruth Ann, Leonard Shifflett; sister, Phyllis Fauls; grandchildren, Justin Shifflett, Makalyn Lyle, Ava Pugh, James Pugh; step-grandchildren, Khayla and Emma Huffman, Harmony and Noah Diaz.A memorial service will be conducted 1 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Full Gospel Lighthouse Tabernacle in Elkton with Rev. Ronald Spencer and Rev. Andrew Spencer officiating.

Roger Dale Shifflett, 79, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024 at his home. He was born August 17, 1944 and was the son of the late Virgil Henry Shifflett and Elsie Virginia Dean Shifflett.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Bill Shifflett, Johnny Shifflett, Charlie Shifflett and Fonda Shifflett; sisters, Patsy Shifflett and Janice Lawson.

Roger was a member of Full Gospel Lighthouse Tabernacle for many years. He briefly taught school at Elkton Elementary and later owned and operated his painting business. He loved fishing in his youth and later in his life he enjoyed gardening and taking walks. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife, Vickie Shifflett (Meadows); daughters, Laura Franks and husband, Cody, Marianne Shifflett, Faith Campbell; step-daughter, April Diaz and husband, Jeremy; step-son, Scotty Huffman and wife, Crystal; brothers, Joe “Sonny” Shifflett and wife, Ruth Ann, Leonard Shifflett; sister, Phyllis Fauls; grandchildren, Justin Shifflett, Makalyn Lyle, Ava Pugh, James Pugh; step-grandchildren, Khayla and Emma Huffman, Harmony and Noah Diaz.

A memorial service will be conducted 1 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Full Gospel Lighthouse Tabernacle in Elkton with Rev. Ronald Spencer and Rev. Andrew Spencer officiating.

Obituary Preview: Edith M. Jones Banks of Elkton, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She was 89.Mrs. Banks was born on February 20, 1935 in Shenandoah, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Bennie Whitley Jones and Gennet Brown Jones. She graduated from Lucy Sims High School in 1953 and left Shenandoah to pursue a musical career in Northern Virginia. She worked various jobs to support her dream, then returned to Shenandoah. She went to work cleaning homes for various families in the community. She soon met and married Garfield Earnest Banks, Sr. on June 8, 1963.Mrs. Banks and her husband Garfield traveled for several years during his 24 years in the Army raising their three children. Upon Garfield’s retirement, they returned to the Shenandoah Valley. Mrs Banks was a loving and devoted wife to her husband and mother to her three children and was affectionately known as “Bammie” to her beloved grandchildren. She had a passion for music, and really enjoyed cooking, and welcoming people to share her hospitality. A devoted woman of God, Mrs. Banks was a dedicated member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Shenandoah. She was the Mother of the Church, the president of the Church Choir, in charge of the Benevolence Fund, and a member the Hospitality Committee. She richly enjoyed traveling and singing with the Choir to support many of the surrounding community churches during revivals, as well as singing at many area nursing homes. Her rich Alto voice brought a depth to the choir on many songs and was greatly missed when she could no longer participate. During her leisure time, Mrs. Banks enjoyed sewing, making and altering clothes for many members of the family, quilting to include many blankets and various small patchworks that she gave as gifts. She especially loved spending time with her family and friends, attending sporting events and other activities to support her grandkids.In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Banks was preceded in death by her brothers Ernest Jones and wife Demetrius, James Jones, William Jones, Charles Jones Sr. and wife Geneva and former wife Eleanor, Owen Jones and wife Oletha, and Tommy Jones, her sisters Lula Jones, Dorothy Moton and husband Alfonzo Sr, Wanda Lawson and husband Joshua, and Shirley Toliver, and her best friend LaFrances Brown.Mrs. Banks is survived by two daughters and a son, Genetta M. “Genny” Banks, Jacqueline D. “Jackie” Sweet-Day, and Garfield E. Banks, Jr., all of Elkton, VA. Also surviving are her three grandchildren, Teriek Sweet, Jaiden Sweet, and Jacarrah Sweet-Day, who were the pride of her life. She is also survived by a sister, Margaret Wright and husband Victor of Rock Island, IL.; a brother-in-law, Bennie Toliver of Elkton, VA; sisters-in-law, Beatrice Jones of Culpeper, VA, and Barbara Jones of Harrisonburg, VA, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.The Rev. Michael Turner, the Rev. Theresa Woodson and the Rev. William Grant will conduct the funeral service at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton. Interment will follow at Mt. Paran Baptist Church Cemetery. A repass will follow the burial at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church social hall located in the Naked Creek area of Shenandoah.The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the funeral home, 115 Nicholson Road, in Elkton.Memorial contributions may be made to the Elkton Area United Services, 149 W. Spotswood Ave., Elkton, Virginia 22827

Edith M. Jones Banks of Elkton, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She was 89.

Mrs. Banks was born on February 20, 1935 in Shenandoah, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Bennie Whitley Jones and Gennet Brown Jones. She graduated from Lucy Sims High School in 1953 and left Shenandoah to pursue a musical career in Northern Virginia. She worked various jobs to support her dream, then returned to Shenandoah. She went to work cleaning homes for various families in the community. She soon met and married Garfield Earnest Banks, Sr. on June 8, 1963.

Mrs. Banks and her husband Garfield traveled for several years during his 24 years in the Army raising their three children. Upon Garfield’s retirement, they returned to the Shenandoah Valley. Mrs Banks was a loving and devoted wife to her husband and mother to her three children and was affectionately known as “Bammie” to her beloved grandchildren. She had a passion for music, and really enjoyed cooking, and welcoming people to share her hospitality. A devoted woman of God, Mrs. Banks was a dedicated member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Shenandoah. She was the Mother of the Church, the president of the Church Choir, in charge of the Benevolence Fund, and a member the Hospitality Committee. She richly enjoyed traveling and singing with the Choir to support many of the surrounding community churches during revivals, as well as singing at many area nursing homes. Her rich Alto voice brought a depth to the choir on many songs and was greatly missed when she could no longer participate. During her leisure time, Mrs. Banks enjoyed sewing, making and altering clothes for many members of the family, quilting to include many blankets and various small patchworks that she gave as gifts. She especially loved spending time with her family and friends, attending sporting events and other activities to support her grandkids.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Banks was preceded in death by her brothers Ernest Jones and wife Demetrius, James Jones, William Jones, Charles Jones Sr. and wife Geneva and former wife Eleanor, Owen Jones and wife Oletha, and Tommy Jones, her sisters Lula Jones, Dorothy Moton and husband Alfonzo Sr, Wanda Lawson and husband Joshua, and Shirley Toliver, and her best friend LaFrances Brown.

Mrs. Banks is survived by two daughters and a son, Genetta M. “Genny” Banks, Jacqueline D. “Jackie” Sweet-Day, and Garfield E. Banks, Jr., all of Elkton, VA. Also surviving are her three grandchildren, Teriek Sweet, Jaiden Sweet, and Jacarrah Sweet-Day, who were the pride of her life. She is also survived by a sister, Margaret Wright and husband Victor of Rock Island, IL.; a brother-in-law, Bennie Toliver of Elkton, VA; sisters-in-law, Beatrice Jones of Culpeper, VA, and Barbara Jones of Harrisonburg, VA, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The Rev. Michael Turner, the Rev. Theresa Woodson and the Rev. William Grant will conduct the funeral service at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton. Interment will follow at Mt. Paran Baptist Church Cemetery. A repass will follow the burial at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church social hall located in the Naked Creek area of Shenandoah.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the funeral home, 115 Nicholson Road, in Elkton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elkton Area United Services, 149 W. Spotswood Ave., Elkton, Virginia 22827

Obituary Preview: Gary Allen Mowbray – June 18, 1950 – April 19, 2024His tires were well worn.Gary Allen Mowbray, 73, of Harrisonburg, Virginia, passed away on April 19, 2024, at Sentara RMH Medical Center. He was born on June 18, 1950 in Harrisonburg, VA and was the son of the late Percy Thomas and Grace Ann Crawford Mowbray.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Wanda Baker; brothers, Dennis "Buster" Mowbray, Kermit Mowbray, and Bobby Mowbray, Sr.Gary was raised in Dayton, VA by his late aunt, Blanche Shifflett and graduated from Turner Ashby High School in 1969.Gary served his country with honor in the United States Navy from 1971 to 1975. His dedication to duty and service was evident throughout his military career.After his time in the Navy, Gary and a friend and partner started Coak-A-Mow Contracting business and spent the latter part of his career as a licensed insurance agent, where he demonstrated a strong work ethic and truly enjoyed getting to know and help Harrisonburg’s diverse community.Throughout his life, Gary enjoyed BMW Roadsters, great music, and spending time with his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor, always appreciated a good joke, and could deliver one like no one else. Gary loved animals, wide open spaces and like any Southerner would, a good home cooked meal, sweet tea, and strawberries.Gary is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 48 years, Sue; children, Shanna (Steve) Johnson of Bellingham, WA, Brandon (Abby) Mowbray of Salt Lake City, UT, and 6 grandchildren: Vander, Caspar, Anders & Stellan Mowbray, and Bennett and Lillian Johnson and his brother, Stanford (Bucky) Mowbray and wife, Maggie of McHenry, MD., and so many loving supportive nieces, nephews, and extended family.Gary, “Mo,” “Honeybun,” “Pop-Pop,” “Granddad,” “Slim” and "The Gary", as he was affectionately known at times throughout his life was hardworking, a proud grandfather, and leaves behind a legacy that is more than enough for any good life.To honor Gary, his immediate family would like to encourage everyone to register to become an organ donor as he was a recipient of this gift of life twice. The family thanks all the doctors and nurses for their care and compassion on the Critical Care Unit at Sentara RMH who took care of Gary. A special heartfelt thank you to Dr. Terry Overby for 38 years of exceptional care.Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton, VA, is assisting with the arrangements for Gary, ensuring a dignified farewell for a man who touched the hearts of many.Friends and family are welcome to gather from 6 to 8 p.m., on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at the funeral home in Elkton.A Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 25, 2024, at the funeral home. All attendees are invited to share a story or favorite memory of Gary.For those wishing to make a donation in Gary’s name, please consider the Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA, PO Box 413, Harrisonburg, VA 22803, or Disabled American Veterans @www.DAV.org. Gary Allen Mowbray – June 18, 1950 – April 19, 2024

His tires were well worn.

Gary Allen Mowbray, 73, of Harrisonburg, Virginia, passed away on April 19, 2024, at Sentara RMH Medical Center. He was born on June 18, 1950 in Harrisonburg, VA and was the son of the late Percy Thomas and Grace Ann Crawford Mowbray.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Wanda Baker; brothers, Dennis "Buster" Mowbray, Kermit Mowbray, and Bobby Mowbray, Sr.

Gary was raised in Dayton, VA by his late aunt, Blanche Shifflett and graduated from Turner Ashby High School in 1969.

Gary served his country with honor in the United States Navy from 1971 to 1975. His dedication to duty and service was evident throughout his military career.

After his time in the Navy, Gary and a friend and partner started Coak-A-Mow Contracting business and spent the latter part of his career as a licensed insurance agent, where he demonstrated a strong work ethic and truly enjoyed getting to know and help Harrisonburg’s diverse community.

Throughout his life, Gary enjoyed BMW Roadsters, great music, and spending time with his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor, always appreciated a good joke, and could deliver one like no one else. Gary loved animals, wide open spaces and like any Southerner would, a good home cooked meal, sweet tea, and strawberries.

Gary is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 48 years, Sue; children, Shanna (Steve) Johnson of Bellingham, WA, Brandon (Abby) Mowbray of Salt Lake City, UT, and 6 grandchildren: Vander, Caspar, Anders & Stellan Mowbray, and Bennett and Lillian Johnson and his brother, Stanford (Bucky) Mowbray and wife, Maggie of McHenry, MD., and so many loving supportive nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Gary, “Mo,” “Honeybun,” “Pop-Pop,” “Granddad,” “Slim” and "The Gary", as he was affectionately known at times throughout his life was hardworking, a proud grandfather, and leaves behind a legacy that is more than enough for any good life.

To honor Gary, his immediate family would like to encourage everyone to register to become an organ donor as he was a recipient of this gift of life twice. The family thanks all the doctors and nurses for their care and compassion on the Critical Care Unit at Sentara RMH who took care of Gary. A special heartfelt thank you to Dr. Terry Overby for 38 years of exceptional care.

Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton, VA, is assisting with the arrangements for Gary, ensuring a dignified farewell for a man who touched the hearts of many.

Friends and family are welcome to gather from 6 to 8 p.m., on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at the funeral home in Elkton.

A Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 25, 2024, at the funeral home. All attendees are invited to share a story or favorite memory of Gary.

For those wishing to make a donation in Gary’s name, please consider the Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA, PO Box 413, Harrisonburg, VA 22803, or Disabled American Veterans @www.DAV.org.

Obituary Preview: Roy Eugene Davis, died April 18, 2024 at Sentara RMH Medical Center, Harrisonburg, Virginia. Roy Gene was born May 30, 1940 to Grace Walker Townsend and Harold Russell Davis, at 202 Hill Avenue, in Elkton, Virginia, the house having been purchased by his grandfather, Hiram Frank Davis in the 1920s; predeceased by brother, Harold Ray in November 1945. The family home in Elkton was located where Elk Run is crossed by the Spotswood Trail. The family house of worship was the Elk Run Church, though in his organized religion Roy Gene was later active in the leadership of a mission church at Solsburg. He is Elkton High Class of 1958, and served as a Town Council Member, and two-term Mayor of Elkton. His policies were conservative, forever concerned about waste, fraud, and abuse in local government. In the 1970s, he led an unsuccessful grass-roots effort to prevent Elkton school children having to leave the town to gain their education. He started his work life as a janitor at Dupont Chemical in the 1950s, gained his electrician’s license, and later retired from Merck.Surviving Roy Gene is his loving and loyal wife of 65 years, Rebecca "Jane" Frazier Davis of Elkton, Virginia. Jane is the daughter of Emma Rebecca Jenkins and James Mordecai Frazier. Living children include David Franklin Davis (Dan Meyer) of Hagerstown, Maryland and Cathy Davis of Elkton, Virginia, as well as Roy Eugene Davis, Jr. of Staunton, Virginia. The infant child starting the Davis family died at birth in 1959 and is unnamed and buried in the Elk Run Cemetery, where Roy Gene will join her with the rest of the family. Grandchildren include Cameron Frazier Biller (Gabriela Archer) of Harrisonburg, Virginia; Jordan Townsend Biller (Kattie Cave) of Stanardsville, Virginia; and the children of Roy, Jr., whereabouts unknown.Cathy is the representative of the Roy Gene family remaining in Elkton, with Jane now a resident at Brookdale Assisted Living in Harrisonburg. The Davises are old to Virginia, the marriage of Roy Gene’s parents having brought together two old lines of Tidewater and Shenandoah valley families. His paternal great-grandfather was Iron Monger John Barton Davis and is buried at the Koontz Family Cemetery in Verbena, Virginia. Through his maternal grandfather, Charles C. Townsend of Elkton, Roy Gene descends from the Mayflower families and founders of Yale College and Guildford, Connecticut, as well as pirates on the Long Island Sound; through his mother, Grace, he descends from the Carter, Lee, and Henry families of Virginia, as well as pirates on the Chesapeake Bay. Many will remember Roy's trips organized through Roy Davis Tours.The family will receive friends 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton, Va. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Elk Run Cemetery.

Roy Eugene Davis, died April 18, 2024 at Sentara RMH Medical Center, Harrisonburg, Virginia. Roy Gene was born May 30, 1940 to Grace Walker Townsend and Harold Russell Davis, at 202 Hill Avenue, in Elkton, Virginia, the house having been purchased by his grandfather, Hiram Frank Davis in the 1920s; predeceased by brother, Harold Ray in November 1945. The family home in Elkton was located where Elk Run is crossed by the Spotswood Trail. The family house of worship was the Elk Run Church, though in his organized religion Roy Gene was later active in the leadership of a mission church at Solsburg. He is Elkton High Class of 1958, and served as a Town Council Member, and two-term Mayor of Elkton. His policies were conservative, forever concerned about waste, fraud, and abuse in local government. In the 1970s, he led an unsuccessful grass-roots effort to prevent Elkton school children having to leave the town to gain their education. He started his work life as a janitor at Dupont Chemical in the 1950s, gained his electrician’s license, and later retired from Merck.

Surviving Roy Gene is his loving and loyal wife of 65 years, Rebecca "Jane" Frazier Davis of Elkton, Virginia. Jane is the daughter of Emma Rebecca Jenkins and James Mordecai Frazier. Living children include David Franklin Davis (Dan Meyer) of Hagerstown, Maryland and Cathy Davis of Elkton, Virginia, as well as Roy Eugene Davis, Jr. of Staunton, Virginia. The infant child starting the Davis family died at birth in 1959 and is unnamed and buried in the Elk Run Cemetery, where Roy Gene will join her with the rest of the family. Grandchildren include Cameron Frazier Biller (Gabriela Archer) of Harrisonburg, Virginia; Jordan Townsend Biller (Kattie Cave) of Stanardsville, Virginia; and the children of Roy, Jr., whereabouts unknown.

Cathy is the representative of the Roy Gene family remaining in Elkton, with Jane now a resident at Brookdale Assisted Living in Harrisonburg. The Davises are old to Virginia, the marriage of Roy Gene’s parents having brought together two old lines of Tidewater and Shenandoah valley families. His paternal great-grandfather was Iron Monger John Barton Davis and is buried at the Koontz Family Cemetery in Verbena, Virginia. Through his maternal grandfather, Charles C. Townsend of Elkton, Roy Gene descends from the Mayflower families and founders of Yale College and Guildford, Connecticut, as well as pirates on the Long Island Sound; through his mother, Grace, he descends from the Carter, Lee, and Henry families of Virginia, as well as pirates on the Chesapeake Bay. Many will remember Roy's trips organized through Roy Davis Tours.

The family will receive friends 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton, Va.

A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Elk Run Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Roddy (Rod) Dale Stoner, 62 of Shenandoah, Virginia, gained the crown of eternal life on April 12, 2024 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He was taken swiftly by Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was born in Vyborg, South Dakota on October 10, 1961 to the late Arthur G. Stoner and Ruth E. (Lee), Stoner. He grew up in Brandon, South Dakota. He served in the Army Reserves for some time and also 4 years in the Navy where he rose to the rank of Second Class Petty officer. Roddy was lucky to have served in Peacetime. He earned his electronics training in the Navy and he went on to earn both his bachelors in Healthcare Administration as well as his Masters certificate in Project management. Roddy had a twenty plus year career in Biomedical engineering. He managed the medical equipment and accounts for numerous hospitals throughout his work life. He retired from the Biomedical field three years ago, but attended DeVry University and earned his Medical Coding certification. His last position was coding remotely from home. He loved it. He was a member of Shepherd of the Hills Evangelical Lutheran church in Winchester, Virginia. He loved firstly, his Lord and also, golf, reading, doing the daily crossword, singing and working in the yard. He met his spouse, Julia (McDonald) Stoner at Concordia University and they graduated together. Together they have two sons: Andrew Stoner and Jason Stoner. They were married for 27 years. He is survived by his spouse Julia Stoner, his siblings, Elsie Stoner, Gary Stoner, (Linda), Glen Stoner, and Raymond Stoner, (Julie), and numerous nieces and nephews.Pastor Paul Wilde will preside over Roddy’s memorial service Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 1pm at Shepherd of the Hills Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 Sulky Dr, Winchester, VA. There will be a small luncheon to follow.

Roddy (Rod) Dale Stoner, 62 of Shenandoah, Virginia, gained the crown of eternal life on April 12, 2024 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He was taken swiftly by Pulmonary Fibrosis.

He was born in Vyborg, South Dakota on October 10, 1961 to the late Arthur G. Stoner and Ruth E. (Lee), Stoner. He grew up in Brandon, South Dakota. He served in the Army Reserves for some time and also 4 years in the Navy where he rose to the rank of Second Class Petty officer. Roddy was lucky to have served in Peacetime.

He earned his electronics training in the Navy and he went on to earn both his bachelors in Healthcare Administration as well as his Masters certificate in Project management. Roddy had a twenty plus year career in Biomedical engineering. He managed the medical equipment and accounts for numerous hospitals throughout his work life. He retired from the Biomedical field three years ago, but attended DeVry University and earned his Medical Coding certification. His last position was coding remotely from home. He loved it.

He was a member of Shepherd of the Hills Evangelical Lutheran church in Winchester, Virginia. He loved firstly, his Lord and also, golf, reading, doing the daily crossword, singing and working in the yard.

He met his spouse, Julia (McDonald) Stoner at Concordia University and they graduated together. Together they have two sons: Andrew Stoner and Jason Stoner. They were married for 27 years. He is survived by his spouse Julia Stoner, his siblings, Elsie Stoner, Gary Stoner, (Linda), Glen Stoner, and Raymond Stoner, (Julie), and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pastor Paul Wilde will preside over Roddy’s memorial service Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 1pm at Shepherd of the Hills Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 Sulky Dr, Winchester, VA. There will be a small luncheon to follow.

Obituary Preview: Franklin “Sam” Good, 87, of Shenandoah, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at his home. He was born December 3,1936 in Shenandoah and was the son of the late Jimmy and Gladys Propes.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Bill Good.Sam was a member of Christ United Methodist Church for 36 years and attended Shenandoah Pentecostal Holiness Church in recent years. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1958. He was an auto mechanic for many years before going into car sales. He was very active in church and taught “The Good Fellowship” Sunday school and was a member of Gideon International. Sam was a member of the 1954 State Basketball Championship team for Shenandoah High School. He was involved in starting the Shenandoah Rec League, Sam also served as president for many years. He loved bowling. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.On April 29, 1961, he married Doris Cubbage Good who survives. He is also survived by daughters, Barbara Good and companion, Jayson Lowden of Covington, Va, Judi Sly and husband, Johnny of Harrisonburg, Linda Goodson of Shenandoah; son, Steve Good and wife, Dawn of Grottoes; sister, Betty Turner of Shenandoah; grandchildren, Chris Good, Brad Dean, Whitney Sparks, Spencer Getz, Tyler Getz, Molli Baugher, Noah Goodson, Stephanie Powell and Steven Good; 12 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.A Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Shenandoah Pentecostal Holiness Church with Pastor Jimmy Kite, Rev. Stephen Creech, Evangelist Doug Gochenour, and Larry Sullivan officiating.

Franklin “Sam” Good, 87, of Shenandoah, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at his home. He was born December 3,1936 in Shenandoah and was the son of the late Jimmy and Gladys Propes.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Bill Good.

Sam was a member of Christ United Methodist Church for 36 years and attended Shenandoah Pentecostal Holiness Church in recent years. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1958. He was an auto mechanic for many years before going into car sales. He was very active in church and taught “The Good Fellowship” Sunday school and was a member of Gideon International. Sam was a member of the 1954 State Basketball Championship team for Shenandoah High School. He was involved in starting the Shenandoah Rec League, Sam also served as president for many years. He loved bowling. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.

On April 29, 1961, he married Doris Cubbage Good who survives. He is also survived by daughters, Barbara Good and companion, Jayson Lowden of Covington, Va, Judi Sly and husband, Johnny of Harrisonburg, Linda Goodson of Shenandoah; son, Steve Good and wife, Dawn of Grottoes; sister, Betty Turner of Shenandoah; grandchildren, Chris Good, Brad Dean, Whitney Sparks, Spencer Getz, Tyler Getz, Molli Baugher, Noah Goodson, Stephanie Powell and Steven Good; 12 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

A Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Shenandoah Pentecostal Holiness Church with Pastor Jimmy Kite, Rev. Stephen Creech, Evangelist Doug Gochenour, and Larry Sullivan officiating.

Obituary Preview: Nicky Lee Breeden, 50, of Elkton, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024, after a two-year lengthy battle with heart disease. He was born on August 31, 1973, in Harrisonburg, VA. Nicky was the son of Gary and Linda Breeden of Elkton. Nicky was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Howard and Delores Meadows; paternal grandparents, Wilmer and Ruby Breeden; biological father Nicky Dean. Nicky lived in Elkton his whole life. He always lived his life in the moment, and you rarely ever seen him that he was not smiling, joking and laughing. Over the years, Nicky worked at various paving companies, Steven Toyota, and McDaniels Flooring. He was a jack of all trades. Nicky is survived by his wife, Tabitha Rose Breeden; daughters, Samantha Hammer-Morris, Brittany Breeden; step-children, Derek Knight, Thalia Knight, Kameron Hensley-Rose; grandchildren, Haze Stevens, Mathew Morris, Thomas Morris, JJ Steigleman; sister, Crystal Walton and husband Erik; nieces and nephews, Tiffany, Hunter, Katie, and Dylon; special friends that were like brothers, Matt Breeden and Jamie Moubray.A memorial service will be held 6 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Pastor Josh Shifflett officiating. Visitation will be 5 to 6 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 at the funeral home prior to the service.Donations may be made to Garry and Linda Breeden, 219 Leisure Lane, Elkton, VA 22827 to help offset funeral expenses.

Nicky Lee Breeden, 50, of Elkton, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024, after a two-year lengthy battle with heart disease. He was born on August 31, 1973, in Harrisonburg, VA. Nicky was the son of Gary and Linda Breeden of Elkton.

Nicky was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Howard and Delores Meadows; paternal grandparents, Wilmer and Ruby Breeden; biological father Nicky Dean.

Nicky lived in Elkton his whole life. He always lived his life in the moment, and you rarely ever seen him that he was not smiling, joking and laughing. Over the years, Nicky worked at various paving companies, Steven Toyota, and McDaniels Flooring. He was a jack of all trades.

Nicky is survived by his wife, Tabitha Rose Breeden; daughters, Samantha Hammer-Morris, Brittany Breeden; step-children, Derek Knight, Thalia Knight, Kameron Hensley-Rose; grandchildren, Haze Stevens, Mathew Morris, Thomas Morris, JJ Steigleman; sister, Crystal Walton and husband Erik; nieces and nephews, Tiffany, Hunter, Katie, and Dylon; special friends that were like brothers, Matt Breeden and Jamie Moubray.

A memorial service will be held 6 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Pastor Josh Shifflett officiating.

Visitation will be 5 to 6 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 at the funeral home prior to the service.

Donations may be made to Garry and Linda Breeden, 219 Leisure Lane, Elkton, VA 22827 to help offset funeral expenses.

Obituary Preview: Kenneth Nelson Hensley, 68, of North Tazewell, Virginia passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024 at his home. He was born January 9, 1956 and was the son of the late Nelson Edward Hensley and Jean E. Burke Hensley.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-son, Lynwood Samuel Lanham; brothers-in-law, Windell Mullins and Jesse Romine.Kenneth loved traveling, auctions and going to yard sales. He retired from Concrete Co. out of Manassas. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.He is survived by his wife, Viola (Romine) Hensley; daughter, Melody Hensley; step-children, Wanda Webb and husband, Alfred, Gay Parris and husband, Jimmy, Matt Lanham and wife, Peggy, John Lanham and wife, Lynn, Carroll Luther Lanham and wife, Cathy; sisters, Sharon Coxton and husband, Bob, Nelda Hensley; sister-in-law, Beanie Mullins as well as numerous friends and family.A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Pastor Danny Herring officiating. Burial to follow at Elk Run Cemetery.Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Kenneth Nelson Hensley, 68, of North Tazewell, Virginia passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024 at his home. He was born January 9, 1956 and was the son of the late Nelson Edward Hensley and Jean E. Burke Hensley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-son, Lynwood Samuel Lanham; brothers-in-law, Windell Mullins and Jesse Romine.

Kenneth loved traveling, auctions and going to yard sales. He retired from Concrete Co. out of Manassas. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife, Viola (Romine) Hensley; daughter, Melody Hensley; step-children, Wanda Webb and husband, Alfred, Gay Parris and husband, Jimmy, Matt Lanham and wife, Peggy, John Lanham and wife, Lynn, Carroll Luther Lanham and wife, Cathy; sisters, Sharon Coxton and husband, Bob, Nelda Hensley; sister-in-law, Beanie Mullins as well as numerous friends and family.

A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Pastor Danny Herring officiating. Burial to follow at Elk Run Cemetery.

Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Obituary Preview: Thelma Isabelle Stoneberger, 92, of McGaheysville, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Blue Ridge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Harrisonburg, VA. She was born January 3, 1932, in Rockingham County, and was the daughter of the late Herman and Emma Hensley and step dad Jessie Hensley.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leon J. Stoneberger; son, James Stoneberger; brothers, Olbert Hensley, George Hensley, John Hensley, and Buddy Hensley; sisters, Mildred Merica and Elsie Cole.Thelma was a homemaker and a stay-at-home mom. She enjoyed gardening and babysitting. She was previously employed at Massanutten Resort. Thelma will be missed by all those who knew and loved her.Mrs. Stoneberger is survived by sons, Douglas Stoneberger and wife Carolyn of McGaheysville, Darrell Stoneberger of Shenandoah, and Jerry Stoneberger of Grottoes; grandchildren, Matt Sly, Tonya Sly, Spencer Stoneberger, Monica Stoneberger, Regina Lowry, Michael Jones; thirteen great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens in Harrisonburg, VA with Pastor Danny Herring officiating.Friends may call on Monday, April 1, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Thelma Isabelle Stoneberger, 92, of McGaheysville, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Blue Ridge Rehabilitation and Nursing in Harrisonburg, VA. She was born January 3, 1932, in Rockingham County, and was the daughter of the late Herman and Emma Hensley and step dad Jessie Hensley.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leon J. Stoneberger; son, James Stoneberger; brothers, Olbert Hensley, George Hensley, John Hensley, and Buddy Hensley; sisters, Mildred Merica and Elsie Cole.

Thelma was a homemaker and a stay-at-home mom. She enjoyed gardening and babysitting. She was previously employed at Massanutten Resort. Thelma will be missed by all those who knew and loved her.

Mrs. Stoneberger is survived by sons, Douglas Stoneberger and wife Carolyn of McGaheysville, Darrell Stoneberger of Shenandoah, and Jerry Stoneberger of Grottoes; grandchildren, Matt Sly, Tonya Sly, Spencer Stoneberger, Monica Stoneberger, Regina Lowry, Michael Jones; thirteen great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens in Harrisonburg, VA with Pastor Danny Herring officiating.

Friends may call on Monday, April 1, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Obituary Preview: Betty Louise Weaver, 85, of Elkton, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at her home. She was born July 25, 1938 and was the daughter of the late Daniel Rudd and Orpha Grimm Rudd.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Weaver.Betty loved to play bingo, embroider and working in her flower garden. She was a member of the Elkton Pentecostal Church for many years. Whenever she could, she loved to take trips on Skyline Drive with her family. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her.She is survived by sons, Gary R. Rife of Shenandoah, Earl O’Neil and wife, Shannon of Maryland, George Rife of Florida, George Thomas Starnes of Maryland; daughter, Debbie Knight and husband, Wayne of Shenandoah; brother, Charles Badders (Jimmy) of Maryland, grandchildren, Lisa Garney and husband, Casey, Robin Alger; number of other grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.Services will be held at a later date.

Betty Louise Weaver, 85, of Elkton, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at her home. She was born July 25, 1938 and was the daughter of the late Daniel Rudd and Orpha Grimm Rudd.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Weaver.

Betty loved to play bingo, embroider and working in her flower garden. She was a member of the Elkton Pentecostal Church for many years. Whenever she could, she loved to take trips on Skyline Drive with her family. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by sons, Gary R. Rife of Shenandoah, Earl O’Neil and wife, Shannon of Maryland, George Rife of Florida, George Thomas Starnes of Maryland; daughter, Debbie Knight and husband, Wayne of Shenandoah; brother, Charles Badders (Jimmy) of Maryland, grandchildren, Lisa Garney and husband, Casey, Robin Alger; number of other grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at a later date.

Obituary Preview: Maxine Sellers, 73, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024, at her home. Maxine was born June 20, 1950, in Rockingham County and was the daughter of the late Minnie Bell Crawford Payne, and was raised in the home of her grandparents, Whit and Annie Crawford.In addition to her parents and grandparents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Edward Sellers and brother, Billy Payne.Mrs. Sellers was a member of the Lilly of the Valley Church, Shenandoah Moose Lodge, New Market and Harrisonburg Eagles. She loved Blue Grass music and volunteered at the Elkton Community Center at their weekly Blue Grass Jam. She was also a care giver at Carefree Home Health in Harrisonburg.Maxine is survived by sons, John Ford and wife, Alisa, Eugene Whit Ford and wife, Tiffany; daughter, Norma Jean Chevalier and husband, Mark; brother, Mac Payne; sisters, Shirley Shifflett and husband, Ray, Louise Hawl and husband, Pete; granddaughter, Heaven Leigh Ford; several nieces and nephews and best friend, Jane Bibble.The family will receive friends 6 to 8p.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Pastor Dickie Campbell and Evangelist Doug Gochenour officiating. Burial will be private at Elk Run Cemetery.Memorial gifts may be made to the Tuesday Elkton Blue Grass Jam, c/o Sandra Breeden, 793 Loop Road, Elkton, Va. 22827.

Maxine Sellers, 73, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024, at her home. Maxine was born June 20, 1950, in Rockingham County and was the daughter of the late Minnie Bell Crawford Payne, and was raised in the home of her grandparents, Whit and Annie Crawford.

In addition to her parents and grandparents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Edward Sellers and brother, Billy Payne.

Mrs. Sellers was a member of the Lilly of the Valley Church, Shenandoah Moose Lodge, New Market and Harrisonburg Eagles. She loved Blue Grass music and volunteered at the Elkton Community Center at their weekly Blue Grass Jam. She was also a care giver at Carefree Home Health in Harrisonburg.

Maxine is survived by sons, John Ford and wife, Alisa, Eugene Whit Ford and wife, Tiffany; daughter, Norma Jean Chevalier and husband, Mark; brother, Mac Payne; sisters, Shirley Shifflett and husband, Ray, Louise Hawl and husband, Pete; granddaughter, Heaven Leigh Ford; several nieces and nephews and best friend, Jane Bibble.

The family will receive friends 6 to 8p.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton with Pastor Dickie Campbell and Evangelist Doug Gochenour officiating. Burial will be private at Elk Run Cemetery.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Tuesday Elkton Blue Grass Jam, c/o Sandra Breeden, 793 Loop Road, Elkton, Va. 22827.

Obituary Preview: Robert F. Hensley, 78, of Elkton, passed away March 11, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. Mr. Hensley was born July 23, 1945 in Rockingham County and was the son of the late Lonnie Albert and Iva Virginia Meadows Hensley.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean (Gordon) Hensley; sisters, Evelyn Hammer, Betty Hensley. Mr. Hensley lived most of his life in the Elkton area and enjoyed hunting and especially fishing. He owned and operated RJ Builders for many years. He was an amazing Dad and brother who will be missed by all those who loved him.Mr. Hensley is survived by his daughter, Bobbie Jo Hensley of Elkton; brothers, Ronald Hensley of Shenandoah, Lonnie Hensley Jr., Randall Hensley, James Steven Hensley, Mark Anthony Hensley, all of Elkton; sisters, Linda Breeden and husband, Bobby, Catherine Lam, both of Elkton. In honoring his wishes, all services will be private.

Robert F. Hensley, 78, of Elkton, passed away March 11, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. Mr. Hensley was born July 23, 1945 in Rockingham County and was the son of the late Lonnie Albert and Iva Virginia Meadows Hensley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean (Gordon) Hensley; sisters, Evelyn Hammer, Betty Hensley.

Mr. Hensley lived most of his life in the Elkton area and enjoyed hunting and especially fishing. He owned and operated RJ Builders for many years. He was an amazing Dad and brother who will be missed by all those who loved him.

Mr. Hensley is survived by his daughter, Bobbie Jo Hensley of Elkton; brothers, Ronald Hensley of Shenandoah, Lonnie Hensley Jr., Randall Hensley, James Steven Hensley, Mark Anthony Hensley, all of Elkton; sisters, Linda Breeden and husband, Bobby, Catherine Lam, both of Elkton.

In honoring his wishes, all services will be private.

Obituary Preview: Marie Belle Koontz Frey, 89, of Elkton, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024, at Journeys Crossing in Elkton. She was born November 12, 1934, in Page County and was the daughter of the late Olan and Viola Mauck Koontz.On August 10, 1957, she married David W. Frey, who preceded her in death on June 17, 1986. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Kathleen K. Grimes and brother-in-law, Donald O. Grimes.Marie was an active, lifelong member of the Elkton United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School, was president of the Elkton United Women in Faith, served on the Administrative Council and Board of Trustees. Marie was also on the Worship committee and was in charge of preparing communion each month and having fresh flowers for the altar every Sunday. She was a beloved teacher for Rockingham County Public Schools and touched the lives of countless children by teaching first and second grades at Elkton Elementary for 43 years before retiring in 1999. She was a member of the Rockingham County Education Association and the National Education Association. Marie was also a member of the Elkton Historical Society, the Elkton Garden Club and the Milnes Chapter No.3 Order of the Eastern Star.Marie and David did not have any children of their own, but they had “godchildren” that they loved dearly like their own. Marie is survived by those special godchildren, Joan Painter of Elkton, Nancy P. Fries (Wayne) of Elkton, Nick Fries, Alex Fries (Autumn), Matthew Fries, Mackenna Fries, David Fries, Beau Fries and Robert Fries; Bonnie W. Huggins (Andy) of Harrisonburg, Megan Young, Madison Young and Brad Young; Lisa W. Ladisic (Michael) of Atlanta, GA, Rachel Ladisic, Clara Ladisic; Margaret Ladisic and Annie Ladisic, Ike Flory (Lisa) of Chesapeake, Carole F. Reed (Andrew) and Zack Flory, Bill Flory (Sheryl) of Manakin Sabot and Ivy Flory.Special thanks to Journeys Crossing staff, Jill from Legacy Hospice and friend, Gail Lam for their kind and compassionate care.A memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Friday, March 22, 2024, at Elkton United Methodist Church with Pastors Debbie Powell and David Reynolds officiating. Burial to follow at Elk Run Cemetery.Friends will gather for a time of fellowship and remembrance following the service at EUMC.Memorial contributions can be made in Marie’s memory to Elkton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 82, Elkton, Virginia 22827.Anyone wishing to pay their respects, may sign the guest book at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Marie Belle Koontz Frey, 89, of Elkton, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024, at Journeys Crossing in Elkton. She was born November 12, 1934, in Page County and was the daughter of the late Olan and Viola Mauck Koontz.

On August 10, 1957, she married David W. Frey, who preceded her in death on June 17, 1986. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Kathleen K. Grimes and brother-in-law, Donald O. Grimes.

Marie was an active, lifelong member of the Elkton United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School, was president of the Elkton United Women in Faith, served on the Administrative Council and Board of Trustees. Marie was also on the Worship committee and was in charge of preparing communion each month and having fresh flowers for the altar every Sunday. She was a beloved teacher for Rockingham County Public Schools and touched the lives of countless children by teaching first and second grades at Elkton Elementary for 43 years before retiring in 1999. She was a member of the Rockingham County Education Association and the National Education Association. Marie was also a member of the Elkton Historical Society, the Elkton Garden Club and the Milnes Chapter No.3 Order of the Eastern Star.

Marie and David did not have any children of their own, but they had “godchildren” that they loved dearly like their own. Marie is survived by those special godchildren, Joan Painter of Elkton, Nancy P. Fries (Wayne) of Elkton, Nick Fries, Alex Fries (Autumn), Matthew Fries, Mackenna Fries, David Fries, Beau Fries and Robert Fries; Bonnie W. Huggins (Andy) of Harrisonburg, Megan Young, Madison Young and Brad Young; Lisa W. Ladisic (Michael) of Atlanta, GA, Rachel Ladisic, Clara Ladisic; Margaret Ladisic and Annie Ladisic, Ike Flory (Lisa) of Chesapeake, Carole F. Reed (Andrew) and Zack Flory, Bill Flory (Sheryl) of Manakin Sabot and Ivy Flory.

Special thanks to Journeys Crossing staff, Jill from Legacy Hospice and friend, Gail Lam for their kind and compassionate care.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Friday, March 22, 2024, at Elkton United Methodist Church with Pastors Debbie Powell and David Reynolds officiating. Burial to follow at Elk Run Cemetery.

Friends will gather for a time of fellowship and remembrance following the service at EUMC.

Memorial contributions can be made in Marie’s memory to Elkton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 82, Elkton, Virginia 22827.

Anyone wishing to pay their respects, may sign the guest book at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Obituary Preview: Louise Blanche Ferrell, 83, went home to be with her Lord and savior on Thursday, February 29, 2024. She was born on December 21,1940 to the late Wilmer and Goldie Seal. Louise was a graduate of Elkton High School, class of 1960. She worked at Alliance until becoming a full-time homemaker. On February 1, 1964, she married Clifton lrving Ferrell who survives. They shared 60 beautiful wedded years together. Louise was a wonderful Wife, Mother, and Mawmaw. She tended a large garden every year, and enjoyed canning the vegetables of her labor, she also kept the most beautiful flower gardens where there wasn't a weed to be found. She loved rocking and always had a grandbaby or a cat on her lap. She was a lifelong member of the Furnace Church where she attended faithfully.Louise is survived by her four children, Susan (Ronnie) Merica, Nancy (Greg) Berry, Michele Ferrell, and Micheal (Lora) Ferrell. Her eight grandchildren, Whitney Merica (Tyler), Brianna Berry, Savannah Gentry (Casey), Tyler Berry, Michael Ferrell, Maggie Anderson (Matthew), Ronnie Merica (Lauren), Noah Ferrell (Diamond); Six great-grandchildren, Kendall, Peyton, Xander, Landon, Huxley, and one baby on the way. Also surviving are five siblings, Frances Templon, Robert Seal, Richard Seal, Genieve Breeden, and Elaine Conley. She was preceded in death by a Great Grandbaby, brother Lester O. Seal and two sisters-in-law. Services will be Monday, March 4, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at Furnace Church on Naked Creek. Family will be receiving visitors at Clifton and Louise's home.

Louise Blanche Ferrell, 83, went home to be with her Lord and savior on Thursday, February 29, 2024. She was born on December 21,1940 to the late Wilmer and Goldie Seal.

Louise was a graduate of Elkton High School, class of 1960. She worked at Alliance until becoming a full-time homemaker. On February 1, 1964, she married Clifton lrving Ferrell who survives. They shared 60 beautiful wedded years together.

Louise was a wonderful Wife, Mother, and Mawmaw. She tended a large garden every year, and enjoyed canning the vegetables of her labor, she also kept the most beautiful flower gardens where there wasn't a weed to be found. She loved rocking and always had a grandbaby or a cat on her lap. She was a lifelong member of the Furnace Church where she attended faithfully.

Louise is survived by her four children, Susan (Ronnie) Merica, Nancy (Greg) Berry, Michele Ferrell, and Micheal (Lora) Ferrell. Her eight grandchildren, Whitney Merica (Tyler), Brianna Berry, Savannah Gentry (Casey), Tyler Berry, Michael Ferrell, Maggie Anderson (Matthew), Ronnie Merica (Lauren), Noah Ferrell (Diamond); Six great-grandchildren, Kendall, Peyton, Xander, Landon, Huxley, and one baby on the way.

Also surviving are five siblings, Frances Templon, Robert Seal, Richard Seal, Genieve Breeden, and Elaine Conley.

She was preceded in death by a Great Grandbaby, brother Lester O. Seal and two sisters-in-law.

Services will be Monday, March 4, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at Furnace Church on Naked Creek. Family will be receiving visitors at Clifton and Louise's home.

Obituary Preview: Betty Jewel Vaughan, 87, of Shenandoah, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at here home. She was born June 27, 1936 in Luray and was the daughter of the late Henry Earl Jewell and Carrie Estell Weaver.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Page Vaughan; 4 sisters and 2 brothers.Betty is survived by sons, Jeff Vaughan and wife, Antonella, Larry Gray and wife, Diane; brother-in-law, Eddie Vaughan and wife, Phyllis; grandchildren, Wesley Vaughan, Stacey Vaughan Davis, Shane Gray and Jacqueline Blosser; great-grandchildren, Eli and Zander Gray, Sydney Staton, Charlise and Clara Blosser as well as several nieces. The family would like to thank Richard Morris for all the personal care you did for Betty.A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m., Monday, March 4, 2024 at Beahm’s Chapel Cemetery, 1224 U.S. Hwy 211 East, Luray, Virginia 22835 with Pastor Carter Dean officiating.

Betty Jewel Vaughan, 87, of Shenandoah, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at here home. She was born June 27, 1936 in Luray and was the daughter of the late Henry Earl Jewell and Carrie Estell Weaver.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Page Vaughan; 4 sisters and 2 brothers.

Betty is survived by sons, Jeff Vaughan and wife, Antonella, Larry Gray and wife, Diane; brother-in-law, Eddie Vaughan and wife, Phyllis; grandchildren, Wesley Vaughan, Stacey Vaughan Davis, Shane Gray and Jacqueline Blosser; great-grandchildren, Eli and Zander Gray, Sydney Staton, Charlise and Clara Blosser as well as several nieces. The family would like to thank Richard Morris for all the personal care you did for Betty.

A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m., Monday, March 4, 2024 at Beahm’s Chapel Cemetery, 1224 U.S. Hwy 211 East, Luray, Virginia 22835 with Pastor Carter Dean officiating.