While there, she was a member of the Salem UMC Womens Club (Lily Hopkins Circle) and member of the choir. Mrs. Anne S. Minnick, August 7, 2021April 4, 1934 August 7, 2021 Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Eleanor Greathead Shuffand Harold Mathews Shuff. Chris Goodman officiating. Jean Starlette Goodwin, 72, of Harrisonburg passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. Don was born in 1935 in Bridgewater, Virginia to Hubert and Mabel (Ripley) Shull. Becky Wheeler, the Rev. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. She was on the ER District Board of Missions and District Committee on Ministry.Mission was Darlenes love and focus of her ministry. 54 Boydton. Once Gerald committed to becoming a minister, he attended Theological Seminary where he received a Bachelors of Divinity degree in 1969, a Master of Theology degree in 1970, and a Doctor of Ministry degree in 1981. Travis was a graduate of Duke Divinity School.Travis is survived by his loving spouse of 47, Deborah DeLoach of Greenbackville, VA; three daughters, Jenny Bare of Horntown, VA, Emily Melnitchouk and her husband Wally of Newport News, VA, Barbara Bowden and her husband Chris of Chincoteague Island, VA; son, Matthew DeLoach of Greenbackville, VA; three grandsons, Austin Bare of Colorado Springs, CO, Christopher Bowden, Jr. of Chincoteague Island, VA, Travis James DeLoach of Taneytown, MD; six granddaughters, Amanda Bare of Horntown, VA, Sierra Bowden of Chincoteague Island, VA, Grace Bowden of Chincoteague Island, VA, Olivia Melnitchouk of Newport News, VA, Lily Melnitchouk of Newport News, VA, Brooke DeLoach of Taneytown, MD; Sister, Ruth Oakes and her husband James of Danville, VA; Brother, Clyde DeLoach and his wife Lela of Stewart, VA; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Brenda Young.Due the COVID 19 restrictions, a memorial service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Christ United Methodist Church 6253 Church Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336, Camp Occohannock on the Bay, 9403 Camp Lane, Belle Haven, VA 23306, or Eastern Shore Emmaus Scholarship Fund PO Box 91, Franktown, VA 23354. George graduated from Poquoson High School in 1958 and attended the Newport News Shipyard Apprentice School from which he graduated and started a career as a Cost Engineer for the Newport News Shipyard.In the early 1970s, George felt his resources could better be used as a minister in the United Methodist Church. Cecil retired from Southern Bell in 1991 after 35 years of employment and became the acting executive director of the Deaf Services Bureau in Miami. Skip to Main Content. She served 41 years in the ministry at numerous churches in: Bristol, CT; Valley Stream, NY; Newark, DE; Waynesboro, VA; Springfield, VA; Alexandria, VA; and at the Williamsburg United Methodist Church, VA.During her ministry service, Methodism assigned her three different labels: Consecrated Lay Worker (1965); Diaconal Minister (1978); and ordained Deacon (1997). Together, they later worked with several other real estate companies and retired in October 2000.A special thanks to Judy, Doris, Sue, Cindy, Bill, Corvin, Brenda and Peggy for all of their many kindnesses.Because of the widespread of COVID-19, a private family service was held at Fork Union Memorial Cemetery. Robert Emory Couch, who preceded her in death on June 20, 2010. He was predeceased by two brothers, Norman W. Pruitt Sr. and Gene Pruitt, and one sister, Jeanette Turner.Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Oct. 14, 2022, at 11 a.m., at the Exmore Baptist Church Outreach Center, with the Rev. Their spoiled pet dogs: Waga, Blaze, Gold, Peppy, and Blondie; gave her and her husband much joy and companionship. Dr. Larry Adams, December 21, 2022Mollusk, VA Larry E Adams 78, of Mollusk passed away suddenly at his home on December 21, 2022.He was born on September 21, 1944 to the late Peyton and Nita Ray Adams. Alyce Mullen, April 24, 2020The Rev. He dearly loved his family, including many nieces and nephews, and cherished time spent with them.His family would like to thank the staff at Accordius Health Nanspointe and at Sentara Obici Hospital for their care and communication during his time of quarantine and hospitalization.A memorial service will be held at a later time. He was an excellent pianist and played many other instruments. Dr. Kathleen Ann Work passed away on April 27, 2022, after a long battle with Mucosal Melanoma. In preparation for the ministry, he graduated from Ferrum Jr. College, Randolph-Macon College, and Emory University. George Thomas Insley Jr. 81, was born to his parents, George and Ruth Insley on May 15, 1941. Corder Compton Campbell, March 29, 2020January 30, 1941 March 29, 2020Retired Captain Corder Compton Campbell, M.D. Subsequently, he served Epiphany Church in Vienna, Walker Chapel in Arlington, Raleigh Court in Roanoke, Williamsburg United Methodist Church, and was Superintendent of the Lynchburg District. After being wounded, he later re-enlisted and was sent to Panama. D. Glen Langston, May 2, 2021Word has been received that the Rev. Contact the church office at 804-798-7224 for information. They were married in 1966 in a double wedding along with Sharons twin sister Carol Lee Allender and her husband William Franklin Shutt. As a result of their nomad life, she established many homes in many places and went on many travel adventures within the United States and Canada as well as in Asia, Central America, Europe, Africa, and Australia. Numerous Thomas and Davis nieces and nephews are also among her survivors.Betty was a beach lover who spent many summers on the Outer Banks with family and friends. Rev. She gained the reputation of being the perfect ministers wife and filled the role superbly. Wadsworth pastored at numerous churches in Winchester, Frederick County, and Loudoun County, VA.The Rev. L. Gayle Thornberry, June 14, 2021The Rev. James served several charges in the Virginia Conference and retired after 13 years of service. R.W. He remained connected to his older sister, Jeanne and her family, and traveled often to visit them near his childhood home.During his 87 years on Earth, Dick spent his time building and making connections with his family, his work, his farm, his church, and his community. Ralph Wayne Hogue, March 24, 2021The Rev. During this time Clyde also attended James Madison University to obtain his Bachelors Degree and was called to the ministry in 1968. The Rev. The funeral will be televised via live streaming on Jones Funeral Home Face Book page.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Petes memory to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601.Online condolences may be left atwww.jonesfuneralhomes.com. Marian is survived by her sisters, Emily Pritchard Saunders Pendleton and Garnette Ruth Saunders Teass. She served as President of the Southeastern Jurisdiction (SEJ) Annual Conference Lay Leaders and the National President of Annual Conference Lay Leaders. Wadsworth was born in 1936 in Princeton, North Carolina, the son of the late James Wadsworth and Leona Tyner Wadsworth. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at Fishersville United Methodist Church. He began the R.O.C.K. Officiating will be Pastor Celeste Heath. The Rev. He was proud of the long tenure and the many branches of his family tree in Virginia, and became a member of the Jamestowne Society. His funeral will be held at Sunset Drive UMC in Broadway, VA, on May 14 at 2:00 p.m. His full obituary will be shared when it becomes available. The Rev. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. She also served as the Executive Director of The Ecumenical Resource Center. A Celebration of Life service will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Surviving with his wife is his daughter, Sandy Gharib (Lindo) of Richmond, VA; son, William Zachary Fisher (Rachel) of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Nathan Fisher (Kristina), Kaitlin and Madison Gharib, Mandy and Sandy Edwards, Joshua Stevens (Crystal), Brianna Stevens, Emily and Abby Laird, Kyiah, Joseph, and Amaya Puckett, Lily Chapman, and Robert Desi Emery; six great grandchildren; and sister, Ellen Adams (Buddy).Along with his parents, the Rev. He went on to obtain a Master of Divinity at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC. Her grandmother Rowena Peters Hodges and her aunt, Aline Hodges are credited with raising her in her early years. She was an avid reader, and enjoyed singing in the church choir. Rev.Wayne Moore, another best friend, and Rev. Hubbard is a retired US Navy Commander starting in enlisted ranks and becoming a commissioned officer, retiring after 27 years. Online giving via the WCA website athttps://wesleyancovenant.org/give/Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton is in charge of her arrangements. Vernie Barrow Jr., November 8, 2020The Rev. Mary worked in a bank in Washington, D.C., and saved enough to attend Ferrum Junior College, a small United Methodist college in southwest Virginia, where she flourished academically and held several key leadership positions in student government and campus organizations.It was at Ferrum where Mary participated in a program in which pre-ministerial students preached and conducted worship in small rural churches which were without a regular minister. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Franklin Justis and mother, Ruth Johnson Justis and a brother, Joseph Melvin Justis. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 2 p.m. at Manor Memorial United Methodist Church in New Market, VA. Reverend Whetzel will be laid to rest at a short family graveside service in Singers Glen Cemetery prior to the memorial service. She met and married the love of her life, William Thomas Roberts, in 1939. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a daughter, Vicki Michele Pack Pate; a son, Barry Phillip Pack; his stepfather, Russel Haley; four sisters, Lelia, Virginia, Mary, Mildred; and three brothers, Howard, Walter, and Richard. If you could can it she could do it. Gerald always joked it was a miracle he survived.Gerald graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Roanoke College in 1960. He loved his family more than anything. Dr. Miller on July 31, 2021 at Chester United Methodist Church in Chester, VA. Due to the pandemic, we were unable to gather after his return to our Father in Heaven a little over a year ago. We encourage you to visit and comment in celebration of her life on Norma Annes Facebook page. 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. Berea College named him a Distinguished Alumnus, 1986His appointments in Virginia were: Greenville-Mint Spring; Elkton; Luray; South Roanoke); Ginter Park in Richmond; Washington Street in Alexandria; Executive Director, Virginia Methodist Homes, Inc.; District Superintendent, Alexandria District; Reveille in Richmond; and Conference Council Director. Compass Island helped develop a satellite navigational system, which today is known as the Global Positioning System. A special thanks to caregivers Sharon Tarpley, Rebecca Lilley, Betty Gaither, Annie Brown, Donna Dalton. Darlene was the District Lay Leader for the old Portsmouth District and last year she was the Lay Leader for the Elizabeth River (ER) District. Church, Hughesville PA (1981-1994); First U.M. Her life was a powerful witness of what it means to be Christ to the world.Among her favorite things were watching her girls dance and allowing their imagination and creativity to flourish. Graveside service will follow immediately after the funeral at the Bethel Church Cemetery, 9783 Boydton Plank Road, Alberta, VA 23821.Betty is survived by her children, Susan K. Davis, Karren Davis Streagle (Tim), Richard J. Davis (Maureen), her grandchildren Andrew, Matthew, and Mattison, sister Lois Clary, and sister-in-law Emily Steed. Long was born in Roanoke, Virginia, on October 31, 1934, a son of the late Robert Malcolm Long and Lillie Virginia (Moore) Long.The Rev. From 1999-2004, she was Pastor for GUMC in Abilene, Texas. Alumni, campus, community, and all friends of Bill are invited. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.henryfuneralhome.net. Burial followed at Southlawn Memorial Park, South Prince George. He is also surved by his daughter, Elizabeth Boice Goetz, and her children, Lydia Hall Schaub, Addie Hall and E.J. QuestionPros survey software plays a major role in helping us keep in touch with our alumni, volunteers, donors, employees and other affiliates. The Rev. Mrs. Sharon D. Harris, September 4, 2021HARRIS, Sharon Dale French, 73, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021. He enjoyed teaching Bible studies at Second Presbyterian Church where he was known as a Methoterian. The Rev. Kenneth Eugene Whetzel, 87, of Harrisonburg, VA passed away on February 14, 2023 of natural causes. In 1987 he was named executive director of Industrial and Commerical Ministries. Bob was born on July 11, 1942.Bob graduated from Tangier High School. As a woman of action, she was passionate in her faith which was self-evident in her participation, volunteering and contributions to her family in the United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. and the service will be at 12 p.m. Interment followed at Greensville Memorial Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Monumental United Methodist Church in his memory.Online condolences may be made at www.echolsfuneralhome.com. COVID-19 safety guidelines will be strictly adhered to and those in attendance are expected to wear a mask. In Northern Virginia Stan capped his work career by lending his talents to many non-profit organizations, most often focusing on homeless needs and shelters.Stan and Joanne were long-time members of Dulin United Methodist Church, where Joanne became an Ordained Deacon. Mrs. Marilyn Acosta, August 18, 2020Mrs. He had retired from the United Methodist Church as a Senior Pastor, having served many churches throughout Virginia.He is survived by his daughter, Diane J. Laine (Brian); son, Sterling R. Jones (Leslie); four grandchildren, Erin West (David), Charles Redman (Tammi), Chad Jones (Erin), and Brian Laine II; six great-grandchildren, Mollie, Kaitlyn, Chloe, Charlie, Judson, and Remington; four sisters, Catherine Strouth (Bill), Dorothy Gibson, Marion King, and Jane Haddock (Al); and numerous nieces and nephews.A funeral service was held on Friday, August 26, 2022, at Ocran United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Murriel was born in Shenandoah, VA to John Henry Price and Ruth Layne Price on November 17, 1937. Bender was preceded in death by his first wife, June (Wilmoth) Bender; his second wife, Bonnie Traylor-Bender; a daughter, Debra Settle; three brothers, Hartsel Bender, William Bender, and Donald Bender; and four sisters, Ruth Bright, Ruby Skeens, Ann Channell, and Rose Lipps.Surviving are four daughters, Joyce Joy Campbell and her husband Wayne of Fishersville, Claudette Wilcher and her husband William Lee of Craigsville, Martha Colvin and her husband Glenn of Greenville, and Robin Bender of Staunton; a step-daughter, Vanessa Willis of Greenville; two step-sons, Kevin Traylor of Greenville and Shawn Traylor of Lexington; four sisters, Waneta Shriver of Clarksburg, West Virginia, Louise Channell of Ohio, Jean Rector and Della Cowger, both of Clarksburg, West Virginia; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.A graveside service was conducted Saturday, June 6, 2020 in the Greenville United Methodist Church cemetery by Pastor Michael Herring.Active pallbearers were Troy and Matthew Wilcher, Jeremy Colvin, Tristian and Tim Sprouse, and Shane Bryant.It is suggested those desiring make memorial contributions to the American Parkinson Disease Foundation, 4560 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462.Condolences may be expressed to the family online atwww.coffmanfuneralhome.net. Interment will be in Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, VA.Serving as pallbearers will be Leo Clowser, Lowell Holsinger, Rodney Keller, Jack Rudolph, Robert Solenberger, and Dave Weir. She became a member of the World Organization of China Painters and was a certified teacher of porcelain painting. 10:00am on July 31, 2021; Chester United Methodist Church, 12132 Percival Street, Chester, VA 23831. Carroll Edward Jay, and a daughter, Mary Jo. In 1969, he earned a Master of Divinity Degree from Union Theological Seminary and PSCE in Richmond, Va. Ken was born on November 16, 1935, in Harrisonburg, VA., son to Raymond and Rebecca Whetzel. He served as an ordained elder in the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church until his final retirement in 2019. Glass High School for many years.He attended public schools in Lynchburg: Garland-Rhodes Elementary School, Robert E. Lee Junior High and E.C. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations go to the Food Pantry at Manor Memorial United Methodist Church, New Market, VA, where Charlotte and Ken volunteered many hours feeding the hungry. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Middlesex Volunteer Rescue Squad, (P.O. She was preceded in death by her husband the Rev. IN THE CARE OF. Hubbard has served the New Bethel Motley Charge, planted Christ UMC in Fairfax Station, VA, and was appointed to Zion Grace United Methodist in Norfolk, VA before retiring to Fleming Island, FL in 1996. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ray Alan Chastain to pay them a last tribute. Ken was born on November 16, 1935, in Harrisonburg, VA., son to Raymond and Rebecca Whetzel. and Monterey U.M.C. As an Explorer Scout, he earned the rank of Silver, then equivalent to Eagle, in Post 180. Please keep the family in your prayers. The Rev. David was born in Cambria (now Christiansburg), Virginia. Prayers are appreciated for the family. He began serving churches as a student pastor in the mid-1950s. She and Glenn moved around the state of Virginia including the towns of Saluda (4-point charge), Cheriton (2-point charge), Purcellville, West Point, Smithfield, Alexandria Washington Farm, Hampton Aldersgate, Richmond Skipwith. David Ryu officiating. She became Associate General Minister for the Virginia Council of Churches. Craig Newman, pastor, will officiate at the ceremony. She is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years, Roy Mullen; Loving mother of Holly Mullen, Heather Mullen (son-in-law James Pattan), Hillary Mullen DeVol (son-in-law Robert DeVol) and the late Hugh Mullen. He was born on September 8, 1943 in Harrisonburg and was the son of the late Lee Roy and Gladys Elizabeth James Daniel Hinkle, 73, of Elkton Virginia was born on November 24, 1949 and passed away in his home February 21, 2023. She was 67.Pamela was licensed as a local pastor in June of 2005. Ethel (Green) and Karl celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary by zooming due to COVID-19 visitation restrictions. His daughter, Lenoir was his partner and continues teaching the classes. He is also survived by his parents, Choong Ok Lee and Dong-Myung Eum; his sister, Heewoon Eum and her husband Seokhyun; niece, Joy; and nephews, Joshua and John. Care for Janets family has been entrusted to Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354. Born in Athens, Tennessee in 1941, David responded to our Lords call during summer camp. Flowers in her honor may be sent to the church. Born in rural Culpeper, Virginia in 1934, Harold was a brother to Vernelle, Jim, Sonny, and Tommy. He was Vice President of the National Honor Society and voted Most Likely to Succeed. He entered the Salvation Armys School of Officers Training in Atlanta, GA. The family welcomes members of the community to share their memories of Mrs. Dr. Donald H. Roberts, July 26, 2020The Rev. Paul Song officiating. Accomplished at many tasks, she specialized in floral arrangements, childrens and day care programs and youth group organization. Ken was preceded in death by Charlotte, his loving wife of 63 years. Virginia Death Index 1853-1896 for selected cities and counties - at The Library of Virginia. The Rev. Tangeman received several honors during his service, including the Purple Heart.During the war, he corresponded with the girl he would marry on May 21, 1949 in Albin, Virginia by the Rev. He also sang tenor with the Charlotte Opera Company for two years.The Rodgers family moved to Jacksonville, Florida in 1970 and then to Plantation, Florida in 1972.