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Obituaries

  • Larry Dean Roath

    Larry Dean Roath, 87, passed away peacefully September 17, 2026. He was surrounded by the love of his family and his wife of 36 years, Peggy. Born July 3, 1939, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, the only child of Bessie (Saunders) and Leo Roath, Larry always said that everyone was so excited about his birth that they…

  • Steven Lamont Mashack

    Steven Lamont Mashack, born March 27, 1967, passed away peacefully at home on September 14, 2026. He leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a legacy of love that will forever remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who knew him. Steve’s joyful spirit could light up any room. His love…

  • William Langridge

    Billy Langridge of Spotsylvania, passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 4, 2026. Billy was a devoted and loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a very hard worker and poured himself and his talents into everything he did. When he wasn’t working, he loved fishing and hunting or hanging out with family and friends.…

  • Edward Holder

    Edward “Wayne” Holder, 65, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2026, after a battle with cancer. Wayne was a loving son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who brought laughter, music, and joy to everyone around him. He was born on February 26, 1961, to Robert Lee Holder and Elizabeth Fay Holder. Wayne proudly worked…

  • Linda “Kay” Brooks

    Linda “Kay” Brooks, 80, of Fredericksburg passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her family.  Kay worked at Morganstern Pants Factory for more than 30 years, where she made many lifelong friends, and at the Quantico Commissary where she became best friends with Linda and good friends with Pat and…

  • Angelo DiFilippo

    Angelo Erminio DiFilippo, 89, passed away on August 6, 2026. He was born on May 7, 1937, in Lorain, Ohio, the son of Maria and Giovanni DiFilippo. Angelo graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1960, starting his naval service as a Supply Corps Officer. Angelo proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy…

  • David B. Kelley

    David B. Kelley, 71, passed away on July 3, 2026, surrounded by loved ones after a lifetime defined by grit, determination, humor, and an unmatched ability to make things happen. After decades of heart challenges, he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive lung disease that took him from us only weeks later, far sooner…

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    Harold Odell Washington

    Harold Odell Washington, affectionately known to his family and friends as “Popeye”, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Friday morning, June 12, 2026, at the age of 68. Many family members and friends visited him in the days before to express their love for him. Born on July 22, 1957 in Spotsylvania…

  • John Wayne Beasley

    John Wayne Beasley of Partlow, VA, affectionately known as Wayne, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026. Wayne was a man of simple pleasures and treasured memories. An avid softball player in his younger years, he loved the game and the friendships it brought him. He also had a passion for hunting and spent many…

  • Shirley Martin Dorland

    Shirley Martin Dorland, age 90, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family as she moved on to be with God. Her Journey: Born on October 24, 1935, in Mannford, Creek County, Oklahoma, Shirley was the cherished daughter of the late Clyde E Martin and Ruth Alma (Vowell) Martin.…

  • Melvin Wyatt Jones

    Mr. Melvin Wyatt Jones, 86, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, formerly of Jacksonville, Florida, peacefully departed this life on May 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Sharon, Georgia, Melvin was raised in Jacksonville, Florida, where he graduated from New Stanton Senior High School before answering the call to serve his country by…

  • Thomas Yates Jenkins

    Thomas Yates Jenkins, a devoted father, proud veteran, and respected leader, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026. Born on November 17, 1946, Thomas lived a life marked by hard work, integrity, and deep love for his family. Thomas dedicated 44 years of his career to Home Paramount Pest Control, where he served as General…

  • Chad Martin

    Chad Martin, 51, of Spotsylvania County passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, April 13, 2026. Chad was born in Spotsylvania to Richard and Donna Martin on October 22, 1974. He graduated from Spotsylvania High School in 1994 where he took an auto shop and developed a passion for working…

  • Debra Ann Poates Perry

    Debra Ann Poates Perry, age 67, passed away unexpectedly from a sudden illness on March 29, 2026. Born on September 29, 1958, Debbie lived a life centered on love, family, and the simple joys that brought warmth to those around her. Debbie dedicated many years of service to Spotsylvania County as a school bus driver…

  • Ann Bailey Bancroft Freund

    Ann Bailey (Bancroft) Freund, 70, passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2026. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her remarkable ability to create a sense of community wherever she went. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Nell Bancroft. Ann was the devoted wife of Col. Lee…

  • Michael Anthony Drone

    Michael Anthony Drone, 42, of Spotsylvania County, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Michael was born April 7, 1983, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Michael’s pride and joy, and greatest love was his daughter, Kiearra. He had a great love for the outdoors, nature and animals. He enjoyed working outdoors, doing…

  • John Claude Edmonds

    Rev. John Claude Edmonds, 97, of Spotsylvania County transitioned to his heavenly home on March 13, 2026. John was born on June 21, 1928. He grew up on a tobacco farm in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. When John felt a call to ministry his grandmother told him that his mother, who passed away when he was…

  • Clifford Mark Mummau

    Clifford Mark Mummau, age 66, passed away March 16, 2026, at Camp Solitude in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. He was born November 24, 1959, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He was the eldest son of Mark Tyson Mummau and Fannie Malinda Flory Mummau and grew up in Madison County, Virginia. Clifford was a professional long-distance truck driver for…

  • Chase Patrick Randall

    Chase Patrick Randall, 18, of Ruther Glen passed away peacefully at VCU Children’s Hospital on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Chase really enjoyed listening to rap music, especially anything with Snoop Dogg. He was a ladies man and always had just the right compliment. He never had a filter and gave his opinion freely. He was…

  • Cynthia “Cindie” Jane Aller Kelly

    Cynthia Jane (Aller) Kelly, a true teacher and lifelong resident of Fredericksburg, Va., set off on her last trip on February 7, 2026, at the age of 68 after a multi-year battle with cancer. She departed from her home surrounded by family. Cindie is survived by her loving husband, Matthew; her three children, Tara, Brion,…

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