Carol was a decades-long staff member of the Virginia Annual Conference and was a familiar face even in retirement as she would often fill in at the front desk of the conference center. Please join us in remembering Carol and her faithfulness in her life and servant leadership with the
Reverend Robert “Buzz” Moore, 91, of Gainesville, VA passed away on March 14, 2026 after a brief battle with cancer. Buzz was born on August 22, 1934 in Berryville, VA and was the beloved son of the late Everett and Edith Moore. He was predeceased by his brothers, Jimmy and
It is with heavy hearts, yet profound gratitude for a life lived in service to the Lord, that we announce the passing of Leslie Glenn Tyndall, who arrived in Heaven to a thunderous chorus of “Oh Happy Day” on March 5, 2026. A loving husband, brother, grandfather, friend, and father
Robert Miller was the father of Rev. Amanda Miller Garber. Robert Lee “Bob” Miller, 82, of Vinton, Virginia, passed away on March 7, 2026. Bob was born July 21, 1943, in Eldorado, Illinois, to Eldon Lee Miller and Dorothy Pulliam Miller. He grew up in southern Illinois, where he spent
The Virginia Conference just learned of the passing of James Sortore, he was the spouse of Rev. Marion Sortore (retired LP). James David “Jim” Sortore, age 78, of 72 Bath Street, Clifton Forge, Virginia and formerly of New York, died on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at his residence. Jim was
Jane Rilee was the surviving spouse of Rev. Randy Rilee. Jane Brown Rilee, age 89, of Urbanna, passed away on February 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Urbanna to Jake and Irma Brown on March 22, 1936, Jane was a 1954 graduate of Middlesex High School and
Ann Fink was the surviving spouse of Rev. Jerry Fink. The Virginia Annual Conference received word that Ann Fink passed away on February 14, 2026. Ann Fink was the surviving spouse of Rev. Jerry Fink. Please keep Ann’s family in your thoughts & prayers. An obituary has not been shared
Anne C. McWilliams was the surviving spouse of Rev. Joseph (Jody) McWilliams. Anne Crockett McWilliams died peacefully in the early hours of the first day of this year. A woman of strong Christian faith, she lived a life devoted to service to others, especially children, and to love for her
Rev. Dr. Martin Kersey Spilman, Sr., retired United Methodist Church clergy, resident of Lake Monticello, Virginia, passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 92. He is survived by his three children, Karolina, Martin, Jr., and Andrew; six grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren including one step great grandchild; his
The Virginia Annual Conference received word that Marian Bomberger passed away on January 31, 2026. Marian was the spouse of Rev. C. Grant Bomberger (retired). Please keep Marian’s family in your thoughts & prayers. An obituary has not been shared yet, please check here for more information when it’s available.
Elinor “Susie” Wolf died January 13,2026, at home, in Woodbridge Va. Many in the Va Conference knew her as the VUMAC Cokesbury store manager, Farmville District Lay Leader, District, Annual, and General Conference Delegate, Choir Member for life (alto!) among other accolades. Others saw neighborhood volunteer, Church lady, small town
Elaine (Briggs) Drummond died on January 2, 2026. She was the daughter of Rev. John Briggs. Elaine (Briggs) Drummond was born eight weeks prematurely at only 3lbs 5 oz, on June 14, 1975, in Elizabeth City, NC. She was strong even in her infancy and surpassed all expectations for her