Vivian Armeda Wine, 92, passed into glory on February 14, 2021. She was born in West Virginia on March 19, 1928 to James L. and Florence M. Ruckman and was one of nine children. In December 1950, she married Earl M. Wine, Sr. She was a member of the Bean Settlement Church of the Brethren, Rock Oak, WV. While residing in Loudoun County, she attended Purcellville Baptist Church where she spent many years serving on the Kitchen Committee and attending Lottie Moon Circle meetings. She was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Post 1177 and served on the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department. She was also a member of the Hamilton Baptist Church...

Skipper T. Lowe Sr. Passed on 13th of February 2021.He was the son of late Raye June Martin and James William Martin. He is survived by his girlfriend Shirley May Lowe and 2 children his son Skipper T. Lowe Jr and daughter Mary Jane Tenney and stepdaughter Kimberly Ann Lowe he has many sisters and 2 brothers and many nieces,nephews, uncle's,cousins. He will be reunited with his one brother David Lowe. He also has 3 grandchildren. John Daniel Sibert,Mathew Garrett Sibert,Megan Elizabeth Sibert. He loved everyone of them. He worked for Frederick County Public Schools for many years. He loved fishing and he also love planting flowers anything to do outdoors. A graveside service will be...

Edwin Weldon Kelley passed away following a stroke on February 12, 2021 at Blue Ridge Hospice in Winchester VA holding his daughters hand and listening to Nat King Cole's Stardust. He was born July 5, 1930 on Kent Island, MD to Hobart Kelley and Mary (Sparks) Kelley. He was the youngest of two bothers Hobart M. Jr. and Charles Stuart; however, many a person over the years considered him to be their "other brother". His family of friends was large and his "best friend" many. He grew up with the knowledge of heart ache (with his father passing away when he was six years old) and a dedication to hard work (saving enough money at a young age to put indoor plumbing in his mother's home). He was...

Kenneth Spears of Purcellville, Virginia, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on Saturday, February 6, 2021. He was born May 9 th, 1942 in Coretta, West Virginia, The son of the late Claude Spears and Fannie Asbury Spears, he attended Charleston High School in Charleston, West Virginia until age 17 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army. Kenny was stationed in Germany for three years and met the love of his life. Italia Mucciante Spears, while on leave in Pescara, Italy. He not only fell in love with Italia, he fell in love with her entire family, and the country itself. Kenny learned how to speak Italian to better communicate with his love and her family. After a three year romance and...

On Wednesday, February 3, 2021, Shelby Harris Decker of Purcellville, Virginia, loving wife and mother, passed away at the age of 81 in Berryville, Virginia. Shelby courageously battled Alzheimer's disease for 16 years. Shelby was born on August 29, 1939 in Long Island, Virginia and raised in Norfolk and Chesapeake, Virginia. She graduated from Great Bridge High School in Chesapeake in 1958. Shelby is survived by her husband of 60 years, Robert R. Decker, Sr., and their four children Robert R. Decker, Jr., Laura D. Ward (Richard), Lisa D. Beatty (Tom), Dana L. Decker, and her four grandchildren Emily Beatty, Annie Beatty, Colin Ward, and Lillian Ward. She is survived by her sister Peggy H....

John Duncan Marsh, age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 1, 2021 at Spring Arbor in Leesburg, Virginia. He was born October 6, 1931 to Edward Henry Marsh and Helen Hirst Marsh. He grew up in Brooklyn, NY and summered annually in Purcellville, visiting many generations of the Hirst family. In 1950, he and his family were drawn southward to Loudoun County by the magnetism of small-town life and open space. He made a permanent home and lived a joyful life in Purcellville, VA, establishing himself as an esteemed pillar of his community. Growing up, John attended Kent School in Connecticut. He went on to Washington and Lee University, which he often referred to as THE university of...

On Saturday Jan 30, 2021 Mary Mahaffey Johnson passed away at The Retreat at Berryville, VA where she had lived for the past 2 years. Born on August 13, 1934 in Jenkin Jones, West Virginia, to Cecil Vance and Maggie Mae Mahaffey, Mary is survived by her 2 sons, Bryan (Michelle) and Thomas (Karen). Mary was pre-deceased by her husband of 63 years, John Thomas Johnson, Jr. She was the grandmother of six very loved grandchildren: Amy, Timothy, Christopher, Suzanne, Matthew, and Michael; and five great grandchildren: Lucas, Samuel, Aiden, Evelyn, and Wyatt.Mary has one surviving sister, Margaret Wheat, of North Carolina. Mary's early life was spent on their family farm in southwest Virginia....

Marty (Mary Margaret) McMichael left us peacefully on January 29, 2021 at her home in Clinton, Maryland after bravely battling a long illness. A celebration of Marty's life will be held on Friday, February 5th at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Purcellville, Virginia. Marty was born in Loudoun County on September 4, 1974. Marty is the daughter of Paul and Evelyn McMichael of Round Hill, Virginia. Among Marty's many accomplishments, she graduated in the top of her class at Clarke County High School in 1992. She attended George Mason University and has held managerial positions in several Fortune 500 companies. Marty shared a home with her fianc?, Chris Teusche and their three...

Harold Lee Shotwell of Charles Town, WV passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 27, 2021. Harold was born on December 24, 1939 and is preceded by his parents John Bennett and Frances Ann Shotwell of McLean, VA. Harold is survived by his wife of 62 years, Charlotte Shotwell. Together they have 3 married children - Hal and Theresa Shotwell, Sharon and Randy Soderquist, Janet and Mike Wynkoop. In addition they have 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Harold will be remembered by his loved ones and friends for his incredible sense of humor, great success in business, passion for helping others, love of trains and enthusiasm for horse racing. Due to COVID...

Ray I. Tenney, Jr. passed away unexpectedly on January 27.2021. Born on September 1, 1972 he was the son of the late Ray I. Tenney, Sr and Pat M. Tenney. He is survived by his wife Mary Tenney who he married on May 8, 1999; his brother William A. Copenhaver, and many cherished aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Ray enjoyed many outdoor activities hunting, fishing, camping and anything that was FAST! From racing cars to ATVs. Ray was a member of 540 car club and the conservation club. We have joy in our hearts that Ray has been reunited with his best friend Marshall, and his mom, dad, and grandparents. Pallbearers will be Lee Dokes, Arthor Dokes, Rusty Tenney, Brian Jenkins, Justin...

David Jacobini, 67, of Hamilton, Virginia passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family after a two-year battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).

David is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Linda (Alsteen); his children, Angela (&Justice), Giancarlo (&Natalie) and Francesca (&Eric) and by his six grandchildren, Kaylee, Griffin, Evelyn, Hazel, Luisa and Vivian who affectionally referred to him as Pop-Pop. David is also survived by his brother Mark Jacobini (&Patricia) and nephew Jared. He is predeceased by his parents Albert and Mary Jacobini.

David was from Collingdale, PA. He served as an active-duty Medical Corpsman in the 1st Armored Division of...

Betty Ann Patrick, 72, of Purcellville died Friday morning, January 22, 2021, in Loudoun hospital. Betty was the daughter of Ruth and Claude Hawes. She was born on September 26, 1948, in Springfield, VA. Preceding her in death was her father, mother, 3 brothers, 1 sister and 2 nieces that were like daughters to her. Betty worked in printing for most of her life. She is leaving behind her wonderful employees at Avalanche Services. Betty enjoyed spending her time with her family. She loved to shop and take naps. She loved her kitty and her dog Ava and all of the animals she had before them. She especially loved her time with sweet Emma Gilfillan, who was like a great granddaughter to...

Teddy Cecil Long, 59 of Purcellville, VA passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 19, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. Teddy was born on July 21, 1961 in Alexandria, VA to Herbert Long and Shirley Smarr. Teddy grew up in the Lorton, Fairfax and Sterling areas. He attended Park View High School and Monroe Technology Center where he established many lifelong friendships. In 1979 after completing school Teddy started his career at Superior Iron Works Inc. in Sterling Virginia where over the next 40 years, he worked to become Vice President of Production. During these 40 years he also met his wife and raised four children in Purcellville Virginia on a farm that he and his family built...

Mary Rebecca Leonard went home to her Lord and savior January 14, 2021. We thank God for his promise of comfort and salvation during this time. Born in a farmhouse outside of Gaylord in Clarke County Virginia October 1934 she was one of nine to Zella and Brooke Lee. Mary was baptized at 11 years old at Upperville Baptist Church during a revival held by Billy Graham's team. She married Harry Leonard, Jr. June 11, 1952 and blessed with three daughters. Constance Ann, Deborah Lee and Diana Lee. Since 1965, active member of Round Hill Baptist Church and served on the Deaconess Board, Missionary Society, Financial Board, Outreach Ambassador, Sunday School teacher and choir. Active with...

Adam Jeffrey Caudill, 15, was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and has lived in Purcellville, Virginia for the past 7 years. Adam passed suddenly from a tragic accident on Tuesday the 12th of January 2021. Adam was so genuine with a desire to always see those around him happy, including giving the 'thumbs up' in nearly every picture. His huge heart was always in the right place, he would always say it like it is, and we wouldn't have wanted it any other way! Some of Adam's favorite things included riding his red bike around town, working out at Burr Strength, playing video games, beach and ski vacations with his family and friends, and laughing with his best friends Charlie and Gabe....

C. Edward "Ed" Hall, formerly of Purcellville, Virginia, passed away of dementia related natural causes on January 11, 2021. It was his time. Ed Hall was born a farmer in Middleburg, Virginia on July 9, 1928 to the late Clarence W. and Goldie L. Hall. He had one older brother Lawrence (deceased). He is survived by his former wife, Jean T. Hall of Purcellville; three children, David T. Hall (Brenda deceased) of Purcellville, Susan H. Verdin (John) of Waterford, and Jeffrey L. Hall (Pam) of Hamilton; 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, as well as his sister-in-law, Marie J. Hall. Ed Hall grew up in Loudoun County and graduated from Lincoln High School, starring in both football...

Charles Russell Grimsley, 87, died unexpectedly at his home in Purcellville, VA on January 11, 2021. He was born March 9, 1933 in Flint Hill, VA, the son of John Russell Grimsley and Mary Elizabeth (Putnam) Grimsley. Charles was the Farm Manager for Orange Hill Farm, a successful horse operation outside of Marshall, VA for 48 years. Prior to that, he was a Whipper In for Piedmont Hunt Club in the early 60's. He had a life-long love for horses to which he devoted his entire life. He was also an avid gardener. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Helen Virginia (Riley) Grimsley, and five brothers, Marvin Haines Grimsley, Robert Wesley Grimsley, James...

Margaret Lynn Lanaghan, of Hamilton, Virginia, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. She was 67 years young. She dedicated her career to serving others as a Critical Care RN with Loudoun Hospital Center. Due to medical complications, she retired early and enjoyed her extended family during her retirement. She spent many of those years giving loving care to her parents, James and Jackie. In addition, she taught herself to be an accomplished woodcrafter, specializing in heirloom quality toys. Margaret was born on March 28, 1953 in Fort Worth, TX, the third of four children. She is survived by her siblings, Michael (&Anne), Patrick (&Donna) and Mary. She is also survived by...

William Junior Anderson, 79, of Bluemont, VA died peacefully of natural causes on December 30, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 10, 1941 to the late Francis and Christina Athey Anderson in his parent's house on a farm in Lost Corner, VA during a snowstorm. William was known as Bud to his friends and Andy to his army buddies and coworkers. From an early age, Bud worked on a dairy farm. He worked before and after school on the farm. His days would start before dawn milking cows and not end until well after the sun had set. Bud left high school and joined the Army at the age of 17 in 1958. He served 9 years in the army including in Vietnam and was awarded...

Mary "Jane" Poston Hindman 95 of Hamilton, VA left this earth to join her many family members in Heaven on December 9, at home surrounded by her loved ones. Jane was born December 28, 1924 in Martinsburg, WV. She was a faithful postal employee at the Hamilton Post Office for 25+ years. She is preceded in death by her husband James Poston; sons Clinton, Richard, Mike, Billy and Dennis Hindman; daughters Ivy J. Hindman, Paulette "Peppy" Phillips, and grandson Robby Hindman. Jane is survived by daughters Gaye Barbour (Larry), Dixie Orrison (Garry), sons Tony and John (Joyce) Hindman, her beloved granddaughter and devoted caregiver Meagan Sills and many grandchildren, great...

Ann Willetts Case was born in Alexandria, VA and died Sunday December 6, 2020. She was a graduate of George Washington High School and retired from Loudoun Mutual Insurance. She was preceded in death by her daughter Michelle Valentine and son Alan Case. She is survived by her daughter Valerie Ann Case; daughter-in-law Joy Case; grandson Morgan Case; brother Bruce Pierpoint; sister-in-law Lucia Pierpoint; sister-in-law Sandra Pierpoint; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions in Ann's name can be given to Samaritan's Purse for Christmas Shoe Boxes. Service will be held Saturday December 12th at Hamilton Baptist Church with visitation at 10 a.m. and the service at 11...