Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Madison, Orange, and Gordonsville, VA

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Madison, Orange, and Gordonsville, VA area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Bryce Alexander Bowman

Bryce Alexander Bowman

Apr 23, 2026

Bryce Alexander Bowman, 27, of Barboursville, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 23, after a lifelong battle with a rare progressive genetic disease called Ataxia Telangiectasia. Born on July 17, 1998, Bryce was a ray of sunshine with his beaming smile and contagious laugh. His loving, thoughtful nature and his determination were both an inspiration as he touched...

Kay Weaver Nichol

Kay Weaver Nichol

Apr 22, 2026

Kay Weaver Nichol (Mom, Nanny, Aunt Kay) 88 of Madison passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Autumn Care of Madison. She was born January 9, 1938, to the late Robert Leslie Weaver and Mildred Sidney Berry Weaver and wife of the late Edward Lee “Butch” Nichol. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Annie Vee Tull...

Zane Rose

Zane Rose

Apr 18, 2026

With immeasurable sadness, we announce the passing of our precious child Zane, who left this world on April 18, 2026 at the tender age of 3. Though his time with us was brief, Zane filled our lives with boundless love, joy and light. His laughter, curiousity and sweet spirit touched everyone who had the blessing of knowing him. Zane was...

William Jacob Hurt

William Jacob Hurt

Apr 16, 2026

William Jacob Hurt, 67 of Culpeper, Va. passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at Culpeper Health and Rehab. He was born on December 30, 1958 to the late Belvin Jacob Hurt and Polly Ann Nicholson Hurt. He is survived by his wife, Rita Kay Slemp Hurt, daughter, Heather Carness and husband Anthony of Stuarts Draft, Va.; son, Brady Hurt...

Theodore Isaac "Jack" Gentry

Theodore Isaac "Jack" Gentry

Apr 13, 2026

Theodore Isaac "Jack" Gentry, 94, of Powder Springs, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026. Born on January 20, 1932, in Beaverdam, Virginia, Jack lived a full and remarkable life defined by service, love, and an unwavering sense of integrity. Jack graduated from Lane High School in Charlottesville, Virginia, and went on to attend Richmond Polytechnic Institute. He proudly...

Mary Catherine Wright

Mary Catherine Wright

Apr 13, 2026

Mary Catherine Herring Wright, whose gentle smile and warm embrace touched so many lives, slipped away quietly on April 13, 2026. Heaven grew a little sweeter, while earth became forever a little less bright. Mary was born in her childhood home in Gordonsville, Virginia, on May 20, 1939, to her devoted parents, Virginia M. Herring and Richard L. Herring. Her...

Kevin Spencer Crane

Kevin Spencer Crane

Apr 13, 2026

Kevin Spencer Crane, 61, a lifelong resident of Orange, Virginia, passed away on April 13, 2026, surrounded by the memories of a life lived with spirit and heart. Born on March 27, 1965, in Charlottesville, he was the son of the late Ernest F. and Peggy Newman Crane. Kevin’s journey began at Grymes Memorial School and continued through the Orange...

Tod Adam Boyd

Tod Adam Boyd

Apr 10, 2026

On April 10th, 2026, Tod Adam Boyd, 63, of Stanardsville, VA entered the Gates of Glory as a faithful servant of his Lord Jesus Christ. Tod was born on November 18th, 1962, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late Emerson and Shirley Boyd of Irondale He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Kathy Ruiz and Joy Boyd; and his...

Doris Ann Johnson

Doris Ann Johnson

Apr 10, 2026

Doris Ann Pierson Johnson was freed of her earthly cares and went home to eternity with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 10, 2026. Born to Alvin C. and Ida Maddox Pierson on August 8, 1930 she lived a long and fruitful life centered on her trust in Jesus and love for her family. She married Robert A....

Garland Ray Collins

Garland Ray Collins

Apr 10, 2026

Garland Ray Collins of Bealeton passed away Friday, April 10, 2026, in Arlington, Virginia. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ashley Hawkins. He is survived by his mother, Glenda Kae Hawkins and her husband Ralph Hawkins; father, Matthew Byrd Collins of Culpeper; daughters, Brooke Birckhead of Louisa, Layla Rose of Elkwood; son, Ashton Birckhead of Louisa; a brother,...

Gladys Pearl Jeffries

Gladys Pearl Jeffries

Apr 9, 2026

Gladys Pearl Jeffries went to be with the Lord on Thursday April 9, 2026. She was born June 13, 1943, daughter of John W Mozingo and Gladys G Mozingo. For many years Gladys Jeffries owned and operated Jeffries Plumbing and Heating in Culpeper, VA. with her late spouse Davis L Jeffries. She is survived by her daughter Cyndi L Smith...

Lutie Maxine Snow Donaghy

Lutie Maxine Snow Donaghy

Apr 9, 2026

Lutie Maxine Snow Donaghy, age 86, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tommy, whom she loved deeply and missed dearly. Her family finds comfort in knowing they are reunited once again. She is survived by her sister Pearline Hurt, daughter, Teresa Weaver and her husband Erik, and...

Shirley Belle Snyder

Shirley Belle Snyder

Apr 6, 2026

Shirley Snyder of Zion Crossroads, Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on April 6, 2026. She was the daughter of the late James Cobey Snyder and Ethel Duckworth Snyder. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Paul Cobey and James Oliver Snyder; sisters, Wilma Snyder Dogan and Phyllis Snyder Brode. She was also preceded in death by...

Richard Alexander Havasy Sr.

Richard Alexander Havasy Sr.

Apr 6, 2026

Richard Alexander Havasy, 83 of Louisa, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 6, 2026 at his residence. Born March 24, 1943 in Flushing, New York he was the son of the late Stephen and Virginia Havasy. He was proceeded in death by his loving wife Judith Cain Havasy. Dick was a retired welder and a master craftsman who...

Myrtle Goodwin Thomas

Myrtle Goodwin Thomas

Apr 6, 2026

The Lord called home Mert Thomas of Fork Union, Virgina, formerly of Scottville, on April 6, 2026. Mert was born in Richmond on May 26, 1937. She was the third child born to Allen and Rosa Harris, who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her husbands, Bill Goodwin and John Thomas; her brothers Jack, Lin,...

Ruby Lee Weakley

Ruby Lee Weakley

Apr 4, 2026

Ruby Lee Weakley, 86 of Madison, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026 in Charlottesville, VA. She was born on June 18, 1939 to the late Wilbert Lee Dodson and Pearl Nicholson Dodson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ruben Roosevelt Weakley; sons, Timothy Weakley, Stacey Weakley; brother, Bruce Dodson; sisters, Nellie Hicks and Marjorie Ryan. Ruby...

Steven Smith Hoffman

Steven Smith Hoffman

Apr 2, 2026

Steve Hoffman, 80, of Madison passed away on April 2, 2026. Steve was born on July 9, 1945 to Jesse S. Hoffman and Thelma Blankenbaker Cornwell. He was predeceased by his parents. Steve is survived by his wife and best friend of 61 years, Charlotte Hoffman. He is also survived by two daughters, Heidi H. Lohr (Brent) and their children...

Kathleen Cecelia Johnston

Kathleen Cecelia Johnston

Apr 1, 2026

Kathleen Cecelia Johnston, 79 of Brightwood, Va. passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2026. She was born on September 26 1946 to the late Thomas George Smith and Jeanne Josephine Seghers Smith. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Madeleine Walsh. Kathleen worked in retail sales most of her life. She was very devoted to her church and...

Leonard Derrill Hollifield II

Leonard Derrill Hollifield II

Mar 31, 2026

Leonard Derrill Hollifield II (“Derry” to family and close friends) passed away on March 31, 2026, in Unionville, Virginia. Derry was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Chantal (2020); his daughter, Christine (2015); and his daughter Jennifer (2019). He was also preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Dorothy (Dottie) Hollifield; brother Dennis Hollifield; brother Duane...

Lacy Wise Garrison Jr.

Lacy Wise Garrison Jr.

Mar 31, 2026

Lacy Wise Garrison, Jr., known and loved by many names, L.W., Dubby, Dubs, L-Double, Paw-Paw, and Dad, passed from this life into eternal glory on March 31, 2026, at the age of 74, surrounded by his family. Born in Charlottesville, Virginia, he made his home in Madison, Virginia, where he lived a life defined by hard work, selflessness, and an...

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