He retired in 2001. Box 70, Oldhams, VA 22529.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Evelyn Emma Roberts please visit our Tribute Store. Jeans life was centered around the church and her husband, Glenn.Jean leaves behind her daughter, Frances, married to Stan Ellis, three grandchildren Olesya, Paul, and Rubina, and two great-grandchildren Nevaeh and Tatianna.A service will be held August 28, 11 a.m., at Duncan Memorial UMC in Ashland. She was born Norma Lucretia Haire on November 21, 1934, in the midst of the Great Depression and during a period in which the Roaring 20s and Depression-era mobsters were being mopped up and the ingredients of a world war were beginning to stir. He was Papa to his three beloved grandchildren Lily, Laura, and Scott, Jr. Fellowshipping in the journey are his nephew and family, Jimmy and Laura Davis children, Holly and Morgan, Killian and Janina, and their niece and nephew, Sara and Parker; brother-in-laws Thomas Lee and John Lee with wife Nancy; sister-in-law and family, Brenda and Harvey Riddle, Rianna Riddle, Robert and Sabina Riddle with son Elon, and Ryan and Ashley Riddle; a multitude of cousins and their families. Beth died on January 4, 2002, exactly 19 years before Gils death.Reverend Cofer was predeceased by his parents, Richard Clyde Cofer and Laura Johanna (Gildersleeve) Cofer; his sister Eloise; and brothers Richard and Joseph. Words cannot express our deepest gratitude to Pam Wright and to the nurses, social workers, and staff of Mountain Valley Hospice for their kindness and exceptional care. She returned to Drew and earned a Doctorate in Sociology of Religion. Linwood is survived by his wife of almost 62 years, Barbara Daniel; sons Michael, David, and Jeff (Tammy); grandchildren, Sam Daniel, Jessica Daniel (Bryan), and Lauren Daniel (Ryan); as well as four adoring great-granddaughters and two step great-granddaughters.Linwood served three years as Corporal in the National Guard and has a BA degree and a Masters of Divinity Degree from Wesley Seminary in Washington D.C. He graduated from Bridgewater High School and went on to pursue a Bachelors in chemistry from Bridgewater College, PhD in physical chemistry from UVA, and later in life pursued his degree in divinity from Duke University Seminary. She was very involved at Memorial United Methodist Church in Charles City, VA, as her father started that church many decades ago. Internment of his ashes will be next to his wife in Shelby, NC, with a memorial service at a future date.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Westmoreland Players Theater, 16217 Richmond Rd, Callao, VA 22435,https://www.westmorelandplayers.org/where he spent many happy hours helping. John S. Davenport, Jr.Martha is survived by her son David Davenport and his wife, Paula; daughter, Miriam Fischer and her husband Eric; grandchildren, Christopher Yost and his wife, Christina, and Cameron Yost and his fiance, Eisha; and grandchildren, Madison and Tia Davenport; nieces and nephews Larry Harrell, Ray Lyles, Don Chandler, Livia Harper, Suzanne Stinson, Gregory Davenport, Virginia Lynn Haiderer and the late Ike Harrell, Jr., and Vivian Counts.A special thank you to the owners and staff of Lizas Residential Care in Virginia Beach for taking wonderful care of Martha for the past year until her passing.A funeral service will be held for Martha in Aldersgate/New Creation United Methodist Church by Rev. Mr. Emerson L. Shelton, May 24, 2021Word has been received that Emerson L. Shelton, a retired local pastor, died on May 24, 2021. The Rev. The Rev. She bought presents for family and friends year-round. Maas was born in Endicott, New York on May 31, 1933, a son of the late Raymond and Caroline (Randall) Maas.Robert was a veteran of the United States Army.Surviving in addition to the mother of his sons, Bette Berlo of Staunton, are two sons, Matthew F. Maas and Daniel B. Maas, both of Staunton and two grandchildren, Adrian K. Maas and Michelle D.C. Maas.A memorial service was held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 in St. Pauls United Methodist Church by Darreld Russ Shoop, II.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Pauls United Methodist Church, 2000 Shutterlee Mill Road, Staunton, Virginia 24401.Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton in charge of his arrangements.Condolences may be expressed to the family online atwww.coffmanfuneralhome.net. A Memorial Service will be held on January 7, 2023 at 2 p.m., at Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, 1706 Grandin Road SW, Roanoke, VA. Mrs. Janet L. Martin, December 15, 2022Janet Lacy Martin, 81, a retired local pastor of White Post, Virginia, died Thursday, December 15, 2022, in Winchester Medical Center.Mrs. She was born in Henry County on September 11, 1927 to the late Virgil Estes Powell and Nellie Martin Powell. He obtained his Professional Engineer license in 1971 and was a Certified Quality Engineer through the American Society for Quality Control. He performed a generations worth of weddings, from the most elegant to the simplest with only the couple and their two witnesses, and he thought each was the perfect wedding. and Oyster U.M.C. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Raymond Wrenn can be sent to his daughter: Cathy Kropat, 2322 Sawdust Rd, Vienna, VA 22181. Harrisonburg Va. passed away . Sue taught school while taking classes towards her bachelors degree which she obtained from George Mason College of U.Va. He was born in Emporia, VA in 1929. When his son became a Cub Scout, he took on the role of Cub Master for Pack 42 in Chesapeake, VA and then Assistant Scout Master in Troop 42. Geneva was a devoted member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church and was a resident of Cedarfield Retirement Community. Alda is remembered by those who knew her as a source of wisdom and encouragement who could help others reflect on their own lives in an inspirational way. The celebration will continue outside, open house style, at Coffey Grounds (2260 Barley Farms Lane, Powhatan, Va. 23139) until you dont have to go home, but you cant stay here is announced. The Rev. Born August 4, 1959 on Tangier Island, VA, she was the daughter of the late Adrian Ewell Dise and Gladys Marie Bowden Dise.A matriarch, best friend, and confidant, Karen leaves to honor and celebrate her memory her husband of 44 years, Rev. Online condolences may be shared at www.nelsenwilliamsburg.com. A daughter of the late Dr. Bernard S. Logan and Eleanor Nolte Logan, she was Sithat Phetsarath, 68, of Harrisonburg passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023 at his home. Mr. Cecil M. Rodgers Jr., January 6, 2022Cecil M. Rodgers, Jr., the father of Rev. He is also survived by his sister Patricia Ann Lewis of South Hill, VA; his brother Dale Daniel Lewis and his wife Kathryn Ann Lewis of Hopewell, VA; and his sister-in-law Carol Lee Shutt of Williamsburg, VA; in addition to many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry atwww.musicfuneralhome.com. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, H. Randolph Holmes, Sr. and her sister Elizabeth Sue Propst. Box 1000. Charles Franklin Owen who was a clergy member of the Virginia conference, and her second husband James Wesley Barham.Mary was a member of Oakland United Methodist Church and was a homemaker. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Linda Sneegas McKenney, September 22, 2020Linda Sneegas McKenney of Arlington, VA died on Tuesday, September 22, at Fairfax Hospital. In memory of Stella, contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 903 Forest Ave., Richmond, Va. 23229. June Fravel Garber, 101, a resident of Harrisonburg passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023. Harold M Fuss of the Virginia United Methodist Conference; sisters, Dorothy Bier of Washington, DC area, Katherine Hayward of Brockton, MA, daughter-in-law Lynn B. Fuss and granddaughter, Julie Fuss.Jackie spent her life supporting her husband & family, church missions and giving to others. Charles Warner Crumb of Roanoke, Virginia entered the Life Triumphant on February 8, 2021 at the age of 100. He was a self-made business entrepreneur, at times in his life balancing three businesses at once. His mother, Wilma Marie Hutcheson, kept a lively house of three children. Dr. Victor Gomez will officiate. Crystal Dolores Jay, May 11, 2021Crystal Dolores Jay, 98, died on Tuesday, May 11, She is survived by her brother Bob Skidmore; daughters, Carol (Dan) Kartanos and Vonda (Eric) Eanes; a son Jesse (Jenifer) Jay, and son in law Donald Hutchens; 8 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She married the late Rev. Samuel A. Stanley Jr.; son, Samuel A. Stanley III; as well as her brother, Luke C. Smith.Surviving are children: Deb Leap (and the late Henry) of Harrisonburg, Va., Mark D. Stanley (and Susan) of Broomfield, Colo., Timothy A. Stanley (and Melanie) of Herndon, Va., and Martha S. Jones (and Bob) of Manassas, Va.; grandchildren: Melanie Headley, Aaron Rosenberg, Russell Smith, Heather Jones, Kim Rosenberg, Amy Leap Miller, Emily Danner and Robert Stanley; great-grandchildren: Peter, Quinn, Violet, Hero, Zachary, Lexi, Ava, Lizzie and Russell IV; sister-in-law, Ann Smith; and numerous nephews and nieces.From 1946-1990, she relished her role as a preachers wife by playing the organ, singing in the choir, participating in womens groups, and hostessing innumerable open houses and Christmas parties for congregations in the Virginia United Methodist churches of Cambria, Pembroke, Roanoke, Norfolk, Richmond, Staunton, Falls Church, Hampton and Arlington. She is under the care of the Cremation Society of Virginia. Deborah Lewis (United Methodist campus minister at The Wesley Foundation at The University of Virginia), surrounded by family, died peacefully of Parkinsons Disease on Thursday, August 19, in Williamsburg, VA.Dudley was born July 6, 1942, in Brunswick County, Virginia, to Dudley Barksdale Lewis and Blanche Rawlings Daniel Lewis. During his ministry as a United Methodist Pastor Ed served several churches in the Virginia Annual Conference: Macedonia/Montague Ave., Bon Air (Associate), Shiloh (Montpelier), Nelson United Methodist, Mt. During this period in his life, Dick used his skills to invent patented bridge expansion joints, connecting the slabs of concrete that are driven over every day.His theme of connection continued in 1965, with a chance encounter on a flight bound for Dallas, Texas. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church. Rev. He later attended Pikeville College and the University of Louisville before being called into the ministry and graduating from Kentucky Wesleyan College. His other passions include music, pet birds and fish, cats and dogs, classic cars, clocks and kite flying. Dick loved to go hunting with him for arrowheads in the sand hills of Indiana and he and his father would create displays to show off his treasures. Dr. Kathleen Ann Work passed away on April 27, 2022, after a long battle with Mucosal Melanoma. George accepted his first charge at Mount Sinai in Harrisonburg, VA in 1979. Terry came to the United States in 2001, as an exchange student, hosted by Kathy Vosburg, to complete his high school studies at LAnse Creese High School-North in Macomb, Michigan. 71, of Buena Vista died Thursday, July 15, 2022, at Chippenham Medical Center in Richmond.Born Aug. 18, 1950, in Smyth County, she was a daughter of Henry Stevens Hawkins and Mary Winston Boyd Hawkins.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Ken and Charlotte returned to New Market in 1995 and lived in the Whetzel family home for 23 years. She was an executive secretary for the United States Military. 74 Conference Evangelist. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Holmes family. Ramsey was a member of the United Methodist Virginia Conference. In 1980, he was awarded an honorary Doctor of Divinity from Randolph Macon College, Ashland, VA. After retiring, he spent 10 more years doing field education at Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, DC.Raymond is preceded in death by his wife Rena and his two brothers Robert H. Wrenn and T. Randall Wrenn.Raymond is survived by his children, Richard F. Wrenn and wife Sara, Elizabeth D. Bell, and Katharine L. Kropat and husband Loren; three grandchildren, two step grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and two step great-grandchildren.The family will be receiving friends on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Demaine Funeral Home, 5308 Backlick Road, Springfield VA. 22151 from 6 to 8 p.m.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Annandale United Methodist Church with the Rev. She and Bill were married for 61 years and she traveled with him all over the world. Interment followed at Crestview Memorial Park, La Crosse, VA.In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ocran United Methodist Church Choir Fund, 20221 Cox Road, Sutherland, VA 23885, in memory of the Rev. Her smile lit up a room and her laughter, often accompanied by a wink of an eye, was contagious. He was a familiar figure biking and walking in the Hatton Point area of Portsmouth and walking with Cashew, one of his 4-legged friends.A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens on Wednesday, May 26, and a memorial service will be held at Monumental United Methodist Church on Thursday, May 27 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Crenshaw United Methodist Church, 200 Church St., Blackstone, VA 23824 or to the Virginia Conference United Methodist Women https://www.vaumw.com/conference. The Rev. She also served as the librarian at Mount Olivet United Methodist Church in Arlington.Drawing on their own experience, Linda and Mac led a grief support group, sponsored by Compassionate Friends, for individuals and couples who experienced perinatal loss. Johnson was a faithful servant of the Lord for almost 60 years. Robert Leslie McIntyre, August 7, 2020The Rev. Bill was kind and generous and had a loving spirit. Al is preceded in death by his father, Rev. She was married in 1953 to the love of her life, the Rev. Robert Parks and the Rev. D. Glen Langston passed away on May 2, 2021. He was a United Methodist Minister for the Virginia Conference for over 50 years, with the last nine years spent at Bethany United Methodist Church, Brodnax. Family will join friends at the funeral home Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Shirley made her home in Florida, where she had many wonderful friends and neighbors. OBITUARY Josephine "Jo" Gildersleeve Snyder April 21, 1935 - March 3, 2023. Ed remained active as a Certified Mediator since his retirement from that position.Visitation will be Tuesday, November 9 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Heishman Funeral Home, 14116 South Middle Road, Edinburg, VA, 22824.A Service of Death and Resurrection will be held Wednesday, November 10 at 1:00 PM at Macedonia United Methodist Church, 1941 Macedonia Church Rd., White Post, VA, 22663. Following his service in the Navy, Dan attended Yale Divinity School, and then served as a United Methodist minister and seminary professor in Virginia for the next 40 years. puzzle books, playing cards, etc.Please view obituaries and tribute wall atwww.ompsfuneralhome.comSemper FiWell done thy good and faithful servant, The Rev. Co-owner of Harrisonburg firm charged with construction fraud in With his wife, Dudley made a home first in Hampton, where their two children were born, and then in Williamsburg.Though the Tidewater and Williamsburg communities were never as tightly knit as his beloved Brunswick County, Dudley made friends wherever he went, exemplified the life of a good neighbor, and demonstrated a commitment to community service. All who knew her loved and respected her.She is survived by daughters, Karen Parrish, and Betty Keaton; losing her loved daughter, Frances Hensley-Bales in August 2013. A livestream of the service may be viewed by visiting her obituary on the funeral home webpage atwww.shivesfuneralhome.com. Gerald is preceded in death by his parents Harold W. Miller, Sr. and Susan B. Miller; his brothers Harold W. Miller, Jr. (Joan), Richard Lee Dick Miller (Suzanne); and his nephew Rev. In December of 1952, she married the Rev. The Rev. Washington, KY, Angela McCurdy, Louisville, KY, and Pamela Morrision, Louisville, KY: three adult grandchildren: Cameron McCurdy, Lauren McCurdy, and Erin McCurdy, all of Louisville; stepchildren: Lori Sandlin, Elizabethtown, KY and Chad Radford, Austin, TX and one step-granddaugther, Saylor Sandlin, of Bowling Green, KY; his sisters, Linda (Dave) Douglas of Jacksonsville, NC and Carol (Virginia Barter) Morrison of Dandridge, TN. He leaves behind his loving wife Karen Adams; sons, Clark Adams (Miranda), Christian Adams (Heidi), Clay Adams (Nida); daughters Kasey Donahue (Derek), Karlie Philips (Bryan); Grandchildren, Delaney, Sydney, Josie, Avery, Makenna, Isabella and Nicholas Adams, Jarvis, Kolbey and Kelsey Donahue, Kylie and Kinzlie Philips. After moving to Bedford in 1970 she spent many years as a bank teller and as an employee of Tharp Funeral Home. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ray Alan Chastain of Harrisonburg, Virginia, who passed away on February 28, 2023 at the age of 66. She was preceded in death by her sister, Lucille Sheets, and brothers, Arthur Marshall and Rex Fagalde, as well as a parade of dogs and cats she met and loved along the way. He began his ministerial service in 1953 at Cascade. He served as a minister at five United Methodist congregations in the Virginia Conference, Halifax UMC, Melrose UMC of Lottsburg, St. Lukes UMC of Yorktown, Walker Chapel UMC of Arlington, South Roanoke UMC and Blacksburg UMC.Don was a Christian gentleman, a loving husband and father, a good friend, a fine pastor, and a skilled wood crafter. Mrs. Elaine Funkhouser Layman, November 23, 2022Elaine Funkhouser Layman, 81, of Winchester, VA, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at The Willows at Meadow Branch.Elaine was born August 24, 1941 in Winchester, a daughter of the late Blair Allen and Elizabeth Combs Funkhouser. His was a life well lived. She was born on May 2, 1947, in Pittsburgh, PA to Eldon Carl Sneegas and Mary Lou Elliott Sneegas, and grew up in Topeka and Olathe, KS.She was educated in the Olathe Public Schools, began her undergraduate work at the University of Kansas, and received a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Library Science from the University of Maryland.She and her husband, William Reid McKenney (Mac), met in Washington, DCs Capitol Hill neighborhood, and were married on January 31, 1981. Her beloved husband predeceased her in 2002.Bethel June was born August 25, 1928 to Andrew Burton Milam and Jessie (Webb) Milam in Raleigh County, West Virginia. Flowers in her honor may be sent to the church. Twice widowed, she was preceded in death by the Rev. William Bill Carr, formerly of Westernport, Md., and several cousins with whom she enjoyed lifelong relationships, most notably the late Joyce Pinky (Painter) Smith and her late husband Carl Smith of Petersburg, W. Va.She is survived by her two children: a son, Lloyd Frederick Bowman and his spouse Douglas L. Brunk of Elkins Park, Pa., their son Sheldon Marshall Thomas Bowman-Brunk; and a daughter Ann Caroline (Bowman) McCoy and her spouse Doug McCoy of Clarksburg, Md., and their children Alexander and Phoenix McCoy. Church, Blossburg PA (1994-1995). Alda is survived in the Netherlands by three sisters, Gerrie Roelofs, Anneke van Norel, and Elizabeth Teunissen; and one brother, Bor van Hartskamp.Alda is predeceased by her husband, Eldred, and her son, Albert Gunn of Millis, MA, who passed away in 2017.A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Dayton United Methodist Church in Dayton, VA, open to the community.Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Committee on Relief https://umcmission.org/give-to-umcor/ or Dayton United Methodist Church Building Fund, 215 Ashby St., Dayton, VA 22821.Johnson Funeral Service in Bridgewater, VA, is entrusted with arrangements. Mrs. Susan Logan Craun, 76, of Harrisonburg passed away on February 12, 2023 at the Bridgewater Retirement Community. Craig Armistead Buxton, February 20, 2023The Rev. Dr. Bennett was adjunct faculty at the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University where she taught Curriculum Theory and Design, Philosophy of Education, Church and Community for students in the M.Div., MACE and D.Min programs. Browse Harrisonburg local obituaries on Legacy.com. He was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church, a retired minister, and a U.S. Army World War II veteran. After military retirement he was head of the High School at Ravenscroft School in Raleigh, N.C. from 1980-1992. Robert Townsend Knox, October 10, 2021Robert Bob Townsend Knox, 86, of Elon, NC, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021, at Alamance Regional Medical Center.Born in Ashland, KY, he grew up in Huntington, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Alda is also survived by three step-children, Delia Gunn Bonenberger of Springville, NY, Adele Gunn Gill of Boonesboro, MD, and Timothy Jennings Gunn of Charlotte, NC, and their children and grandchildren. Reginald Reg Harrell Potts, III in 1954.Carrie taught business subjects and English for six years in Poquoson, Highland Springs, and Warwick. Mary Frances Cloud, April 25, 2020Mary Frances Cloud completed her lifes journey on April 25, 2020. Beginning in 2001, Rev. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. and the service will be at 12 p.m. degree in psychology from the University of Virginia, he was commissioned an ensign as a regular officer in the United States Navy. She taught for many years in Deep Creek (Virginia) Elementary School. They made many lifelong friends there and began their family. Welcoming ALL into her home, with hugs, brought Charlotte joy. Keri served the Virginia Conference as a member and President of the Board of Communications.Keris love of life and people was a powerful witness to her faith. We will miss her laughter, smile, wisdom, amazing personality, the humor, and most of all the ways our Lord worked through her.Surviving in addition to her husband, Wesley Thornberry of Staunton, Virginia, is a son, Daniel Keeton and wife Teri of Midland, Texas; a daughter, Kimberly Keeton and partner, Crystal of Woodward, Oklahoma; a sister, Dianne Sackrider and her husband Dale of Sun City, Arizona; two brothers, Jimmy Martin of Artesia, New Mexico and Chad Martin of Olton, Texas; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.A Celebration of life will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021 in the Saint Pauls United Methodist Church Family Life Center, Staunton, Virginia by Pastor and dear friend, Shawna Hiner.A Celebration of life will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday June 26, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church in Olton, Texas.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Gayles memory to the WCA, 4545 Empire Court, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408. She retired in 1997. We ask that you be considerate of your neighbor and wear a face covering if you are not fully vaccinated. Linda C. Messner, of Garden Spot Village in New Holland, PA, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020. Obituaries 01 March 2023 March 28, 1947 - February 19, 2023. . During his long tenure as a United Methodist minister, the Rev. Mrs. Marion McMullin Tatum, January 1, 2021Marion McMullin Tatum passed away, January 1, 2021. He married the love of his life, Joyce Eleanor Cowham Johnson, on January 10, 1958, who resides at their home in Danville. The Rev. William Pollard Hall Jr. passed away on 05-19-2020. McMullen Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Tifton, Georgia. This lovely lady will be greatly missed.A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 23, 2022, in the Chapel at Reveille UMC, Richmond, Va.In lieu of flowers, Sue requested donations be made to the Lee B. Mrs. Carolyn Balcom, February 27, 2020Carolyn Elizabeth Hodges Balcom, age 84, passed away on February 27, 2020 in Virginia Beach, VA. A remarkable woman, she was born in Covington, VA April 16, 1935 to Mary Apperson Hodges & Paul Wister Hodges. She graduated from Longwood College in 1949 and served as a teacher in South Hill Elementary School and South Hill Academy. A livestream viewing will be available.In lieu of flowers, Dales family invites you to give to the Bread and Fishes Program at Dumfries United Methodist Church or donate to the American Diabetes Association at , P.O. Box 327, 2272 Bethany Rd., Rustburg, VA 24588; or a charity of your choice. 620 Simms Ave. Harrisonburg, Va. 22802. Dr. Timothy Wayne Kidd, June 7, 2021The Rev. Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research or the Hospice Foundation of America.Churches he served in the Virginia Conference included McGaheysville, Gainesville, Chesterbrook, Lovettsville, Loudoun, Henderson, and Colonial Beach. from Mount Saint Mary College, Newburgh, NY, while working as a news editor, reporter and photographer for a weekly newspaper, the Cornwall Local and raising her four children. Karen Parks, wife of the Rev. In retirement years, she helped raise funds for Joe Gibbs Youth for Tomorrow program, Relay for Life of the American Cancer Society, and brought Christian music to local nursing homes and assisted living facilities through Hillcrest United Methodist Churchs Hillcrest singers. In retirement, he and his wife Susan served interim pastoral appointments at First United Methodist and Braddock Street United Methodist Churches in Winchester. 05 New Creation, Pr. The Rev. Mrs. Kathleen Monge, the Faith Community Nursing Educational programs at Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA.There was a quality about Martha that endeared her to everyone. Her service of death and resurrection will be held in the chapel of Reveille United Methodist Church, 4200 Cary Street Road, Richmond, 23221 at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 24. They later joined Charles Wesley and Christ Crossman United Methodist Churches.Stan amazed all those fortunate enough to interact with him, whether it was running the family farm as a young man or obtaining his private pilots license; speaking Otetela, French, and Swahili; travelling in Western Europe and Central Africa; or volunteering as a fireman for 3 years in Kentucky; and he was awarded the Alumni Citation for meritorious service in Zaire by his Alma Mater, Sterling College.Stan was a friend to many and it was often said, he never met a stranger. He loved to invite people home to enjoy a great meal at his Falls Church home for 30 plus years with his beloved wife of 60 years, Joanne.Stan, known as Uwandji Lukamba, will be deeply missed by his family and those he befriended. He loved his family and friends and enjoyed playing golf, listening to music, working crossword puzzles, doing woodworking and telling stories of his younger day. She was born April 6, 1930 in Cleveland, Ohio to Clarence and Lessie Schultz. from Lynchburg College in 1954 and her masters in Christian Education from Emory Universitys Candler School of Theology in 1955, the same year she and Bill married on June 9.While Bill served as a minister with the Virginia United Methodist Conference, she taught in the neighboring elementary schools for the next 28 years. Edward F. Wilkins, November 5, 2021 Edward Franklin Wilkins of New Market, VA realized the hope of resurrection Friday, November 5, 2021 at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia.He was born February 11, 1950, in Alexandria, VA. Ed was the son of Gilbert Franklin Wilkins and Zelma Lee Trivett Wilkins. Cecil Guy Smith | Obituaries | dnronline.com Despite being gradually robbed of her mobility she kept up her gracious ways and good humor. As an Ordained Elder in the Virginia Annual Conference, he served United Methodist Churches across the Commonwealth for 34 years.