All Obituaries

Lieutenant Colonel Ronald “Ron” W. Ellinger, 72, of Waynesboro, VA, died peacefully on Monday, April 29, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. Ron was born on September 15, 1951 in Staunton, VA, to the late Noah and Myrtle “Sugie” Ellinger. He is survived by his loving and adoring wife of 51 years, Elaine (Poole) Ellinger; daughter, Rhonda Terrell and husband, Tracy of Waynesboro; three grandchildren, Brooke Landes and husband, Hunter of Lexington, Tre’ Terrell...

Charlotte Ann Lowe Painter, 81, of Stuart Draft, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at her home. She was born on December 25, 1942, a daughter of the late John Herbert Lowe, Sr. and Mary Frances Patterson Lowe. Charlotte graduated from Wilson Memorial High School. She worked as a factory worker with G.E. until her retirement in 1992 after 28 years of service. Charlotte was a member of Sherando Community Church. She loved flowers, doing yard work, and spending time with son, Dustin and...

Gernie Bruce Conner, 92, of Stuarts Draft, passed away Saturday evening, April 27, 2024 at her home.  She was born October 11, 1931 in Harriston, Virginia, daughter of the late Nattie Bee Bruce and Sadie Pearl Shifflett Bruce. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Franklin Conner, Sr., her daughter, Cathy Conner and seven siblings. Gernie is survived by her daughter, Brenda Burton and husband, Rick; her two sons, Clyde F. Conner Jr. and wife, Gina...

Iva May Truslow “BumBum” Roberts, 91, of Nellysford went to Heaven with God and her loved ones on Saturday, July 10, 2021.  She was born in Nellysford on November 15, 1929 the daughter of the late Jessie James Truslow and Iva May Kirby Truslow. Iva was a member of Rockfish Valley Baptist Church and a loving caregiver to her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Guy Edward...

Earl Louis Smith, 83, of Stanardsville, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Monday evening, April 22, 2024 at Augusta Health Fishersville. He was born August 16, 1940 in Arlington, Virginia to the late Ralph Palmer Smith and Jacqueline Angeletta Smith. Earl attended Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia and retired as a route driver with Esquire Cleaners with over 35 years of service.  He attended First Bible Baptist Church, Stanardsville. In his youth he played Little League...

Philomena “Phyl” Ryan, 71, of Waynesboro passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at her home. She was born in Ireland on May 14, 1952, a daughter of the late Charles Ward and Kathleen O’Brein. Phyl worked in the Commissioner of the Revenue's office for the City of Waynesboro until her retirement. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her two grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Dolly of Ireland. Survivors include...

Rachel Lynn Hale, 39, of Harrisonburg, passed away Friday evening, April 12, 2024 at VCU Health, Richmond.  She was born in Charlottesville on June 2, 1984. Rachel truly loved nature, her children and her dogs that she called “her girls”.  The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to her fiancé, Curtis Connor, for loving her until the end. She is survived by her parents, James Jackson and Sandra Jackson, of Stuarts Draft; her daughter, Dakota...

Annie Marie (Shifflett) Layne, 79, of Waynesboro passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at her sister’s home in Fishersville. She was born in Albemarle County on December 20, 1944, a daughter of the late Pauline Frances (Shifflett) Price. Annie worked as a Laborer with Murry's Manufacturing Company until the company closed. She was a member of Gospel Light Baptist Church.  Riding motorcycles, camping, and spending time with her family were a few of her favorite hobbies. In...

Reed Carl Eagle, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024 at The Retreat in Fishersville. A son of the late Reed Carl Eagle, Sr. and Ruth Laura Eagle (nee Shaw), he was born on December 27, 1940 in Washington, D.C. After graduating in 1957 from McLean High School in McLean, Va, he attended the then Ferrum Junior College, studying drafting and mechanical engineering. He worked as a design engineer in the pharmaceutical industry for over 30 years. Reed was a lifelong lover of all...

Larry W. Harris Sr., 75, of Waynesboro, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at his home. He was born in Augusta County to the late Paul and Helen Harris on March 16, 1949. Larry proudly served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1972 achieving the rank of a SP5. He loved woodworking, fishing, NASCAR, and bluegrass music. Larry will be remembered for being a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 29 years, Gloria...