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William "Bill" Lee Anderson of Amissville, VA died December 1, 2024. He was born in Washington, D.C. on March 26, 1945 to William Grover and Frances Marie Anderson. He spent his youth in McLean, VA before relocating to Arlington, VA after his marriage to Lida - his lifelong friend, partner, and love. Bill began working as a mechanic while in high school then transitioned to a 12-year career as a telephone systems repairman in his late teens. In 1971, shortly after completing construction of their Amissville home, Bill and Lida ventured into a family-based custom home building business - Anderson Builders Incorporated was born. As a long-time resident of Rappahannock County, Bill was a...

William "Bill" Lee Anderson of Amissville, VA died December 1, 2024. He was born in Washington, D.C. on March 26, 1945 to William Grover and Frances Marie Anderson. He spent his youth in McLean, VA before relocating to Arlington, VA after his marriage to Lida - his lifelong friend, partner, and love. Bill began working as a mechanic while in high school then transitioned to a 12-year career as a telephone systems repairman in his late teens. In 1971, shortly after completing construction of their Amissville home, Bill and Lida ventured into a family-based custom home building business - Anderson Builders Incorporated was born. As a long-time resident of Rappahannock County, Bill was a...

Betty Estelle Cooke Kyhl, 89 of Amissville, VA passed away on Nov. 29, 2024 at The Culpeper. She was born on August 27, 1935 at Elkwood, VA a daughter of the late Harry Lewis Cooke and Mary Eliza Butler Cooke. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her siblings, Robert Cooke, Frances Garrison, John Cooke and Harry Cooke, Jr. Betty retired from the Vint Hill Commissary after 27 years of service until its closing. She then operated a home-cleaning business. She was a longtime member of Jeffersonton Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Carmen K. Castillo and her granddaughter, Samantha Marie Castillo. The family will receive friends at Moser Funeral Home,...

Mary Virginia Settle Priest, 91, passed away on November 21, 2024 in Warrenton, VA, where she was also born and raised. She was surrounded by three generations of her family at her passing, following a long struggle with dementia. Mary was a long-time resident of Amissville with her beloved husband, Charles Robert Priest, Sr. (deceased). Mary was the mother of Charles Robert Priest, Jr. (Margaret) (both deceased) and Lisa Kimberly Priest Morrison (Lewis) of Warrenton. She was also the proud grandmother of four grandchildren: James Robert Priest (Elizabeth) of Minneapolis, MN, Mathew Mason Priest of West Deptford, NJ, Lauren Kimberly Morrison of Warrenton, and Luke Priest Morrison (Brenda...

Mary Virginia Settle Priest, 91, passed away on November 21, 2024 in Warrenton, VA, where she was also born and raised. She was surrounded by three generations of her family at her passing, following a long struggle with dementia. Mary was a long-time resident of Amissville with her beloved husband, Charles Robert Priest, Sr. (deceased). Mary was the mother of Charles Robert Priest, Jr. (Margaret) (both deceased) and Lisa Kimberly Priest Morrison (Lewis) of Warrenton. She was also the proud grandmother of four grandchildren: James Robert Priest (Elizabeth) of Minneapolis, MN, Mathew Mason Priest of West Deptford, NJ, Lauren Kimberly Morrison of Warrenton, and Luke Priest Morrison (Brenda...

Arthur Bernard Pullen, 90 of Warrenton, VA passed away on November 17, 2024 at Lake Manassas Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on May 20, 1934 in Flint Hill, VA a son of the late Clarence Moffett Pullen and Lelia Allen Pullen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Edna Lillard, Moffett Pullen, Ida Ralls, J. W. Pullen and Ada Grimsley. Mr. Pullen retired after 36 years of service with Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company. After retirement he worked various part-time jobs at the Fauquier Democrat, Pro-One Auto Parts and his family business, Hinchey Jewelers, Inc. He is survived by his wife of seventy-one years, Shirley Poe Pullen; two sons, Arthur Bernard...

William Melvin Steinard, age 79, of Warrenton, VA passed peacefully on Saturday, August 10th, 2024 at Haymarket Hospital in Haymarket, VA. He was born in Cornwall, NY on March 30th, 1945, son of the late, Walter & Constance Steinard. He was a proud graduate of Cornwall Central High School Class of 64, and attended Orange County Community College. He was a Vietnam War Veteran, serving in the United States Coast Guard from 1965-1971. He worked at IBM and Unisys as a Systems Analyst Engineer and IT Administrator. Bill loved his four grandaughters to no end, after having two sons, as well his wife who he affectionately referred to as "Hurricane Jane". He loved his home and community of...

Walter Braxton Ney, Jr., age 94, of College Park, MD passed peacefully on Monday, July 8, 2024. He was born in Warrenton, VA, in 1930 to the late Walter Braxton Ney, Sr. and Clora Elizabeth Ney, and grew up in Amissville, VA alongside his late sister, Peggy Ann Jones of Amissville, VA, forming a bond that would last a lifetime. Walter dedicated 44 years to his career at Safeway, Inc., where his commitment and hard work were exemplar. Walter prioritized spending time with his family above all else, and it was his devotion to his loved ones that truly defined him. Walter is survived by his loving wife of 74 years, Nora Ney, daughters Diane White and husband Jon of Waldorf, MD, and Janet...

James B. Burke 83, of Amissville, Virginia died on May 12, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Winchester, Virginia on January 5, 1941, the son of Ottis Burke and Harriet Vaughan Burke. He was raised in Woodville, Virginia and attended Rappahannock county high school where he met his wife, Dottie. He was often called Jim by friends and called Bernie by family. He was predeceased by his mother Harriet Vaughan Burke, his father Ottis Booten Burke, his sister Shirley Burke Lohman, his brother-in-law Henry Hudson, his wife of 49 years Dorothy Hawkins Burke and his grandson Matthew Arron McClellan. His family members include his son Michael Burke and his wife Daphne Burke of South Riding,...

Raymond F. Landis was born in Baltimore, MD on August 11, 1946. He died on April 3, 2024 at the age of 77. Upon completing high school, he joined the Navy and served for four years. Ray was a petty officer third class. He sailed on the U.S.S. Keppler Destroyer and the U.S.S. John Willis Destroyer, which took him to England, Norway, and Italy. He became an accountant after completing his duty. Ray was a giving and generous man. He took care of his mother, Mary Edwards, in Florida and his stepfather, Jim Barnes, in Chincoteague, Virginia until their deaths. Ray married his wife, Deborah, on July 4, 2010, in Chincoteague, where they lived for several years before settling in Viewtown,...

Rachael Anne Burks passed away, at home, on March 22nd at the age of 46. Rachael grew up in upstate New York, earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Lynchburg College in Lynchburg, Virginia, where she first met her loving husband Fulmer. They made their home in Rappahannock County, Virginia with their four beautiful children. Rachael worked as a registered nurse for more than twenty years, traveling to hospitals in Delaware, Arizona, Maryland, New York, and Louisiana. Most recently, she served as a risk, regulatory and infection control practitioner for Valley Health, supporting hospitals in both Virginia and West Virginia, primarily at Page Memorial Hospital in Luray,...

John Morgan Anderson, 77, of Washington, Virginia, passed away on January 31, 2024. John started his career in 1964 with the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington, DC. He later joined the management consulting firm A.T. Kearney, Inc., where he became a Vice President and Partner. He worked there for over 40 years until his retirement in January 2022. He especially loved his family which included his beloved dog Einstein, his consulting work, and Rappahannock County, where he grew up. He was an avid storyteller, often sharing tales of his father, Loring Anderson, Sr. or of his extensive work and travel adventures. He was most proud of his home, Jessamine Hill Farm, which he bought in...

Allen Thomas Crane, 78, of Warrenton, Virginia, passed away on January 30, 2024. Born on April 29, 1945 to Joseph C. and Hazel B. Crane. Allen was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Allen attended Warrenton High School (1963), Fishburne Military Academy (1964), and later Richmond Professional Institute. He had a successful career beginning at the Virginia Highway Department, later serving as General Manager of R.L. Rider and Company and most recently as a Project Manager at Donovan Asphalt and Paving Company. Throughout his life, Allen was involved in several community organizations including: The Warrenton Fauquier Jaycees, Fauquier High School Booster Club,...

Anna Marie Bailey Davis was born in Charlottesville, VA on September 15, 1939, to the late Edward Homer and Ethel Timbers Bailey, Sr. Marie passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on June 21, 2023, at the hospital surrounded by her loved ones. God called our beloved one home to join her parents and family members who preceded her in death. Marie attended a Rosenwald Washington grade school (two room school) for seven years. She was then bused to Culpeper, VA to attend the George Washington Carver 4 County Regional High School, the first African American Regional High School in VA. After graduating in 1957 she moved to Washington, DC. She joined the Eastern Star and became a Daughter of...

Nancy Z. Nicholas It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Nancy Z. Nicholas, also known as Granny at the age of 83. She passed away peacefully on June 1st, 2023, at Haymarket UVA Health hospital in Haymarket, VA. Nancy, born on November 2nd, 1939, was the loving daughter of Curtiss Cedric and Hazel Bennett Zinn, who have preceded her in death. Nancy was a dedicated member of the Amissville Methodist Church where she worshipped for many years. She was a devoted homemaker and mother after marrying her beloved husband, Farrell Nicholas, of 61 years. Nancy was cherished by her sons Brett Nicholas his wife Rhonda, Brad Nicholas his wife Kristie, and especially by her...

Marjorie Fitzgerald Moore, age 90, a resident of Washington, VA passed away in Warrenton, VA on April 12, 2023. Marjorie, originally from Alexandria, grew up in Great Falls Virginia and later moved to Rappahannock County. She had a tremendous love for animals and raised many dogs, birds, and rabbits over the years. She was also a gifted singer and crafter. Marjorie is predeceased by her husband, Ewell Moore; her son, Jonathan (Craig) Hall. Survived by her three sons, William (Kim) Kimbrough Hall of Washington, VA, Mark Stephen Hall of Bluemont, VA and Harlan (Scott) Freeman (Lorrie) of Amissville, VA and her daughter, Sally Ann Parkhurst (Don) of Keswick, VA. She will be laid to rest in...

Franklin Leroy "Tootie" Somers, 80 of Fairfax, VA passed away on February 8, 2023 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. He was born on May 5, 1942 in Winchester, VA a son of the late Franklin Leroy Smith and Dorothea Helena Somers Smith. "Tootie" worked as a groomsman for horses for 25 years and then as an Administrative Assistant at the U. S. Geological Survey, Department of Interior until his retirement. He is survived by his children, Sharon Henderson, Shelia Somers, Franklin Somers, Jr., Pamela James, Samantha Jackson, Monica Somers, Mary Foster and Martha Foster; a foster daughter, Tasha Jackson; three siblings, Roberta Carter, Carolyn (John) Colbert and Sterling (Edith) Smith; 27...

Henry Lee Howard, Jr., age 81, a resident of Warrenton and of Round Hill, VA passed away suddenly on February 3, 2023, at the family farm in Opal, VA. He was a Master Carpenter for many years and he specialized in craftsmanship of stairs and staircases. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him, especially Sandi. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Deisterhoft of Warrenton (Opal), VA; his daughter, Lisbeth Ann Hullihen and her husband, James William, Jr. of Rogersville, TN; a step-son, Douglas Alan Ward and his wife, Ann of Doswell, VA; a sister, Frances Lee Wood of Colonial Beach, VA; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life...

Bette Silver Mahoney died in her home in Rappahannock County, Virginia on January 29, 2023. She was born in New York City on April 1, 1939, to Isaac and Libby Silver. She is survived by her husband, William "Mike" Mahoney of 60 years: her two brothers, Robert, and Nathan Silver; her two children, Kathryn Ruth Mahoney and Timothy Michael Mahoney; her granddaughter, Laura Kathleen Mahoney; her daughter-in-law, Kathleen Kutra Mahoney; her son-in- law, William O'Reilly; and various cousins, nieces, and nephews. She grew up in New York and attended public schools, graduating from City College (now Baruch College). She moved to Chicago to pursue a PhD in economics at the University of Chicago...

Anne Mudd Cabaniss, 93, a native of Birmingham, Alabama and longtime resident of Alexandria, Virginia, died January 19 at the Inova Alexandria Hospital. A Southern lady to the core, she was an unforgettable presence to anyone who knew her. Passionate in her convictions, tenacious, generous, considerate, thoughtful, curious, energetic, loyal, proud of her heritage, creative and enterprising, she was committed to righting wrongs and promoting deserving causes until the very end. Mrs. Cabaniss was the only survivor of six children born to William S. Mudd and Nellie Lee Nabers, both of Birmingham, Alabama. Four of her siblings died in childhood and her brother died in a flight training...

Dorothy Z. Hackley, a familiar, welcoming face at Hackleys Store in Amissville VA for many years passed peacefully at Fauquier Health Rehab and Nursing Center (FHRNC) in Warrenton VA on January 14, 2023. Dorothy, with her husband Graham, served their friends and neighbors side by side at Hackleys Store for over 5 decades. Born on top of Laurel Ridge in WV on February 16, 1925, Dorothy Lee Zinn moved with her family to Amissville when she was 12. The family worked hard to establish their homestead. Dorothy even stacked barrel staves alongside her brothers at their father's stave mill on present-day Battle Mountain Road, and lived the tale of walking miles to catch the school bus every day in...