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Natalie Orene (Hammacher) Dawley passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2022. She was born on July 12, 1928, in Tampa, Fla., to Paul and Orene (Meyer) Hammacher. She was the older sister of Paul Hammacher Jr. Natalie grew up in Denver, Colo., and Washington, D.C., where she graduated from the Holton-Arms School in 1947. She overcame a debilitating childhood illness with a special grace, never complaining or allowing it to hold her back. She loved animals, especially "Patsy," her favorite dog, which once was lost and found its way back to her via a photo on the front page of the newspaper. Natalie attended Syracuse University from 1947 to 1949. In 1950, she married West Point graduate, Jay...

James Edward Jenkins, 73, of Martinsburg, WV passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Hospice of the Panhandle, Kearneysville, WV. Born October 19, 1948, in Culpeper, VA he was the son of the late George William Jenkins and Mabel Reva Jenkins. James was a Plumber for Jenkins Plumbing. In his spare time, James enjoyed spending time with his sons and grandchildren, visiting Wal-Mart, Lowe's, and Goodwill, and watching Fox News. He was of the Christian Faith. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his wife of 30 years, Nancy Jenkins; one son, Keith Nelson Jenkins; grandchildren Ashley Jenkins and Brandon Jenkins; three brothers, Tommy Jenkins, Bobby Jenkins, and Butch...

Whitney Lynne Merewether, 54, of Lewisburg, WV died Monday, April 25, 2022 in Morgantown, WV surrounded by her loving family and a few very close friends. She was born January 8, 1968 in Providence, RI, a daughter of Patrick Merewether, Sr. and his wife Margaret Steinbock of Culpupper, VA, and Carol Merewether of Warrenton, VA. In addition to her parents, Whitney is survived by her brother Patrick Merewether, Jr. (partner Lynn Shaner) of Charleston SC; her sister Courtney Mills (husband Rodney) of Culpeper VA; nephews and nieces Joshua Merewether, Ryan Merewether, Hannah Merewether, and Briana Shaner; stepsisters and stepbrother Colin Smith (spouse Alison Smith), Rebecca Rex (spouse Tammy...

Jane Lockwood Pierce Rollins, known to many as "Gammy," joined the Lord when she passed peacefully Monday, December 13, 2021 with her daughter, Tracey Zudans, by her side. Jane was born June 28, 1941 to Dewey Lockwood Pierce and Jane Camp Murphy in Greenwich, Connecticut. After her mother's passing she grew up with her father and stepmother, Virginia Rosamond Starr Pierce, spending time in both Greenwich, Connecticut and Tucson, Arizona. Jane married on May 5, 1966 in Manhattan, New York to Gene Bruce Rollins, who preceded her in death on January 19, 2000. Her greatest treasures were her daughter Tracey Lockwood Zudans and her son Curtis Gene Bruce Rollins. Jane resided in Palm Beach...

Nadine Carol Egge Fradette Balenger Varona, 78, of Yorktown (Boston, VA), passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021. She was a native of West Allis, Wisconsin. Nadine was of the Christian faith and an active volunteer in the church. After caring for and raising her family, she obtained her Masters degree in Pastoral Counseling at Bethlehem Christian University. She was dedicated to her work with the Crisis Pregnancy Center in Fredericksburg. The hobbies she truly enjoyed were baking and sewing, especially quilting, which she enjoyed sharing with others. Nadine's true passion in life outside of God, family & friends, especially later on in life was her love of the mountains and...

Michael Owen Burdette, 57, passed away on September 22, 2021, at U.T. Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Michael was raised in Culpeper, VA and graduated from Culpeper County High School in 1982. He and his family relocated to Sevierville, TN in the summer of 2018 and he was employed by Blalock in the asphalt division. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Diane, his daughter Melissa, and grandchildren, Michael and Elise. Other surviving relatives include his mother, Claudia McIntyre, his sister, Terry Clark and her family of Brightwood, VA, and brothers, J.R. Burdette and his wife of Culpeper, VA, and Jeff Burdette and his family...

Staff Sergeant Craig Aaron Pruden, lost his battle to PTSD on September 15th, 2021, at the age of 33 in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. For those who knew Craig, they knew him to be a man of passion. Born on September 16th, 1988, in Woodbridge, Virginia, he led a life full of courage and accomplishment. At the age of 18 he enlisted in the United States Army and went on to boldly serve two deployments in Afghanistan and one in Iraq. Through strength and determination, he earned the Sapper tab, distinguishing himself among the many. While deployed he received the Bronze Star with "V" device for heroism and valor in the face of danger. He was...

Rachel Alice Dodson Millard, 87, of Myrtle Beach, SC, passed peacefully on March 12th, 2021. A Celebration of Rachel's life will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Huntington Beach State Park, SC, Pavilion #3. Following the outside social, a memorial service will be held at 5:30 PM at Burroughs Funeral Home, 3558 Old Kings Highway, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. For more information or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.burroughsfh.com. Burroughs Funeral Home (843-651-1440) of Murrells Inlet, SC, is assisting the family.

Robert Gale "Bob" Titchenell, 64, of Frederick County, VA passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at Winchester Medical Center after losing the battle against COVID-19. Arrangements are being handled by Omps Funeral Home. The family would like to express a heartfelt thank-you to the heroic staff at Winchester Medical Center Critical Care Unit in their efforts to heal Bob. Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com

It is with great sadness that the family of Mark Bland Schadly announce his passing on Monday, July 6, 2020 at the age of 56. Mark was born in Culpeper County, Virginia to Wolfgang Karl Schadly and Samantha Anne (Baldwin) Schadly. He was a graduate of Culpeper County High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science from Mary Washington College and a Master of Science in Biomedical Science from Hood College. He is survived by his wife, Ann McDermott, his children, Nathan and Madelyne Schadly, and his stepdaughter, Erin Persinger. He is also survived by his two brothers, Wolfgang Karl Schadly II and Erich Paul Schadly, Erich's wife Annette, and their two children, Abigail and...

Edward "Jeb" Charles Paarfus, III, of Hampstead, North Carolina and formerly of Culpeper, Virginia departed this life at home on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. He was born October 21, 1948, in Richmond, VA, to the late Dr. Edward "Ted" C. Paarfus, Jr. and Virginia Thompson Paarfus. He was the eldest of four children. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his step-mother, Rae F. Paarfus Survivors include his daughter and son-in-Law, Mindy P., and Terry W. Boyd of Pulaski, VA; step-daughters, Carrie Arrington of Seattle, WA and Kelly O'Neill of Culpeper, VA; four step-grandchildren, Jennifer L. Boyd and Matthew W. Boyd of Pulaski, VA and Lauren and Mira Arrington of Seattle, WA;...

William (Bill) O'Donnell,42, a lifelong resident of Northern Virginia moved onto his final resting place January 16, 2020 in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Bill loved every moment of life as he courageously battled ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease for the last two years. He passed away with his family at his side. Bill was born in Manassas, Virginia, February 2nd 1977 to William and Carol O'Donnell. As a teenager he participated in Taekwondo, Junior ROTC and played baseball at Stuart Field in Amissville, Virginia. He was a 1995 graduate of Culpeper County High School. Later, he worked for Dominion Construction and Post Properties/MMA. He is survived by his...

Robert Lee Corbin, Jr., age 70 of Supply, NC passed away on Thursday, the eleventh of July 2019. Lee was born in Warrenton, VA on the twenty third of June 1949 to the late Robert Lee Corbin, Sr. and Mrs. Thelma Roberta Bennett Corbin of Culpeper, VA. After high school, Lee joined the US Army and served in the Viet Nam War and continued to serve his country until his retirement. During his years of service, Lee received many military honors to include two Purple Hearts, a Bronze Star with Valor and a Master Parachutist Badge. Lee was a member of the American Legion and a lifetime member of the VFW and the Disabled American Veterans organizations. He was also a member of the Boones Neck...

Robert Lee Corbin, Jr., 70 of Supply, NC died on Thursday, July 11, 2019. Lee was born in Warrenton, VA on June 23, 1949 to the late Robert Lee Corbin, Sr. and Mrs. Thelma Roberta Bennett Corbin of Culpeper, VA. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Russell, Billy and Jerry "Tibbs" Corbin. A memorial service will take place at 11AM on Monday August 12, 2019, Bethel Baptist Church, Reva, VA. A burial service will follow in the Culpeper National Cemetery. Online condolences are encouraged and may be offered at www.whitefuneralservicesupply.com White Funeral & Cremation Service, Bolivia/Supply Chapel

Mr. Dexter Lee Stilwell, 71, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at his home in Kannapolis. Mr. Stilwell was born December 20, 1947 in Vansant, VA. He was a son of the late Jesse James Stilwell and Jennie Jackson Stilwell. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Vietnam and was member of the American Legion. Before retiring, he worked as a master certified plumber and electrician. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife, Sally Anne Descutner Stilwell; a sister, Emma Lockhart; and a brother, Lindsey Stilwell. Mr. Stilwell is survived by three sons, Cheyne Stilwell and wife Katrina of Mooresville, NC, Greg Stilwell of Sterling, VA and Jesse Stilwell and wife...