Obituaries
George "Billy" Leonard Smith
Nov 15, 2025
George “Billy” Leonard Smith, (86),departed this earthly life on Sat., Nov. 15, 2025. He was a son of the late George and Ethel Smith.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Timothy Smith; (2) daughters, Glenda Smith, Martha Canada; a sister, Libby “Beck” Coyle.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Hester Canada Smith; a son,...
Elaine Carrie Braxton
Oct 31, 2025
Elaine Carrie Braxton, 66, of Arrington, departed this life on Friday, October 31, 2025 in Charlottesville. Born March 29, 1959, she was a daughter of the late John Myers and Susan Louise Thompson-Myers.
Elaine had many special interests, from reading, coloring, and best of all, spending time with her family. She was a beloved wife and aunt, but enjoyed being a...
Mary Marshall Niday
Oct 27, 2025
Mary Marshall Niday, 62, of Roseland, died Monday, October 27, 2025 at the University Medical Center in Charlottesville. Born in Albemarle County, March 1, 1963, she was a daughter of Ella Mae Johnson and the late Charlie I. Johnson Sr.
Mary loved gardening and working with her hands. She had been a master gardener for Mr. and Mrs. Agelesto of the...
Sherman Giles
Oct 24, 2025
Sherman Giles departed this life Friday October 24, 2025, at his residence in Hanover County. Born in Nelson County on August 24, 1955, he was the son of the late Pauline Harris Giles and the late Walter Giles.
Sherman attended Nelson County Public Schools and is known for his years of dedication in career as a Brick Layer. Sherman also served...
Geraldine Howell Aho
Oct 11, 2025
Geraldine Howell Aho passed peacefully at Lynchburg General Hospital on October 11, 2025. Born on March 5, 1953, in Washington, D.C., at Walter Reed Hospital to the late Moss and Arlene Lewis Howell.
Her brother Jack Howell, sister, Elva Howell Thompson, and brother Dove Howell preceded her in death.
Geraldine grew up in Madisonville, Virginia, and left school in the sixth grade...
William Abraham Bowling
Oct 3, 2025
William Abraham Bowling, 98 of Arrington, departed this life on Friday, October 3rd, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Born in Nelson County, September 15th, 1927, he was a son of the late Dennis Bowling and Dilly Murphy Bowling. He joined Little Zion Baptist Church at an early age and was a faithful member.
William was well known throughout the county, recognized...
Samuel Joseph Waller Jr.
Sep 30, 2025
On the evening of Tuesday, September 30, 2025, our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Deacon, and Friend returned to God.
Samuel Joseph Waller, Jr, affectionately known as “Sammy Junior” was born in Lynchburg, VA on March 2, 1943, but lived most of his life in Amherst County. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. From an early age,...
Clarence Edmond Campbell Jr.
Sep 26, 2025
Clarence Edmond Campbell Jr., 94, of Rustburg, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025 at his home. Born in Tyro, August 7, 1931, he was a son of the late Clarence Edmond Campbell Sr. and Bucy McLion Hatter Campbell.
Clarence was a United States Air Force veteran and had been a machinist for Babcock and Wilcox, retiring after more than 30...
Darrell Jon Lang
Sep 19, 2025
Darrell Jon Lang, 81, of Shipman, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, in Lynchburg. Born in Portsmouth, OH, April 13, 1944, he was a son of the late Glenford and Myrtle Buskirk Lang.
Darrell Jon Lang was a man devoted to God, family, and country—a motto he lived by daily. He often reminded his loved ones, “Put God first, don’t...
Joyce Lee Giles
Aug 31, 2025
Joyce Lee Giles, 62 of Madison Heights, departed this life on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Fairmont Health and Rehab Center in Amherst. Born in Charlottesville, November 30, 1962, she was the daughter of the late William McKinley Essex and Hazel Marie Toliver Essex.
Joyce was a licensed Drug and Substance Abuse Counselor and Mental Health Behavior Specialist. She was an...
Warren Douglas Mays "Papa"
Aug 28, 2025
Warren Douglas Mays, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Affectionately known as "Papa" by his grandchildren, Warren left this world on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at UVA Hospital at the age of 66.
Born on April 12, 1959, to the late Gene Wortham and Inez Julia Lawhorne Mays, Warren's life was deeply rooted in the land. For many years, he...
Daisy Roberta Myers Toliver
Aug 15, 2025
Daisy Roberta Myers Toliver, 72, of Lovingston, departed this life on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the University of Virginia hospital. Born in Albemarle, August 3, 1953, she was a daughter of the late John W. Myers and Susie Emma Thompson Myers.
Daisy had been a Personal Care Aide for Johnson Senior Center in Amherst, as well as a caregiver to...
Gladys "Dot" Mae Briggs-Smith
Aug 13, 2025
Gladys Mae Smith, 88, of Arrington was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. Born in
Nelson County, January 16, 1937, she was a daughter of the late Radford and Hattie Rucker-Briggs.
Gladys was educated in the Nelson County school system, and she was an active member of New Mount Baptist...
Betty Lou Cash
Aug 13, 2025
Betty Lou Cash, 78, of Amherst, died Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in Lynchburg. Born March 22, 1947, she was a daughter of the late Theodore Taft and Mary Jane Campbell Cash.
Betty had been a Benefits Supervisor for the Amherst County Department of Social Services, retiring after more than 30 years. She was also a member of Piney River Baptist Church....
Doris Jean Adams
Aug 13, 2025
Doris “Jean” Adams, 78, of Lovingston, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at her home. Born October 19, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Earl Manning Jr. and Doris Virginia Kidd Manning.
Jean had worked for Hermle Clock Co. for 20 years, and was also a caregiver for Johnson Senior Center for 10 years. She was a devoted...
Wallice Vaughan Robinson "Wally"
Aug 4, 2025
Wallice “Wally” Vaughan Robinson, 88 of Amherst, VA gained her heavenly wings as she peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday August 4, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital.
She was born on July 16, 1937, to the late Norvell Haven Vaughan, Sr. and Tempest Randolph Vaughan.
Wally accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and became a faithful member...
Pauline Harris Giles
Jul 29, 2025
Mrs. Pauline Harris Giles, 93, of Arrington, Virginia, peacefully departed this life at her home on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 23, 1932, in Nelson County, Virginia, to the late Samuel Harris and Alma Haskins.
Pauline was a proud graduate of Nelson Training School. After marrying the love of her life, Walter Giles,...
Melanie Lisette Cash
Jul 25, 2025
Melanie Lisette Cash, 65, of Roseland, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025, in Fairfax, Virginia. Born in Charlottesville, Virginia on February 12, 1960, she was the beloved daughter of George William Cash and Rosalba Marquez Cash. The oldest of three siblings, Melanie spent much of her childhood in Latin America, where her father worked as a businessman...
Geraldine Bessie Barnett "Jean"
Jul 12, 2025
Geraldine Bessie Barnett “Jean”, 88, of Lynchburg, VA passed away peacefully into eternal life on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She was a daughter of the late Pauline Julia “Polly” and Sylvester Barnett. She was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her sister, June Thrush of Alexandria; nieces, Virginia, Felicia and Melissa; nephews, Mike, Ken,...
Richard Donald McIninch
Jun 29, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Donald “Dick” McIninch, who left this world peacefully on June 29, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on June 9, 1940, in Manchester, New Hampshire, Richard was the son of Ralph and Elizabeth McIninch. He lived a remarkable life that touched the hearts of many, and his...
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