Obituaries/Death Notices

Sarah French Hundley

Sarah French Hundley, 35, died on Friday, May 22, 2026, following an unexpected medical event. Born in Hampton, Virginia, on April 4, 1991, Sarah was the third child of four. She was a beloved aunt, daughter, sister, and granddaughter. She is remembered for her warm and welcoming soul,

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Rev. Wilfred (Bill) Mayton, Jr.

Wilfred (Bill) Mayton, Jr., passed away on April 27, 2026. He was 90 years young. Or as he liked to say “the oldest Mayton to ever live.” He was born in Farmville, VA to Wilfred M. Mayton Sr. and Zada Woodall Mayton Lovelace. Bill was a graduate of Virginia Polytech

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Rev. Jim Sprouse

Please note that there has been a change in time for Rev. Jim Sprouse’s memorial service. It will be held Sat., May 30, at 12noon, at Bon Air United Methodist Church, 1645 Buford Rd., N. Chesterfield, VA 23235.  James Clarence Sprouse, Jr., 78, died May 7, 2026,  following a sudden

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Jayne H. Paschall

Mrs. Jayne H. Paschall was the surviving spouse of Rev. Hugh C. Paschall. Jayne Lucile Paschall, born April 3,1921, in Ellerson, VA, went to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the age of 105. Mrs. Paschall graduated from Battlefield Park High School in Mechanicsville, VA.

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Rev. William Joe Shepherd

The Virginia Annual Conference received word that Rev. William Joe Shepherd passed away on March 29, 2026. His service will be April 25 at 2 pm at Norview UMC in Norfolk, VA. Please keep Joe’s family in your thoughts & prayers. An obituary has not been shared yet, please check

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Dorothy Ravenhorst

Mrs Dorothy Ravnehorst (Henry). She was a prominent leader in the [former] Staunton District. Her husband was the District Lay Leader for many years. Dot was on many District and Conference Committees. She served as the District UMW President and I believe, the Conference UMW President at one time.  Dorothy

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Elizabeth “Betty” Murphy

Betty Murphy was the surviving spouse of Rev. Floyd Murphy. Elizabeth “Betty” Murphy, a devoted wife, mother, and woman of deep and abiding faith, passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 28, 2026, just two days shy of her 98th birthday. Born on March 30, 1928, Betty’s long life

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Rev. Charles Herbert Harless

Charles Herbert Harless, affectionately known as “The Rev,” age 95, of Winchester, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Born in Morgantown, West Virginia, on July 19, 1930, he was the son of the late Jasper “J.D.” Dennis Harless and Gernie (Prince) Harless. Charles dedicated

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Rev. William Pembroke “Pem” Hall

Reverend William Pembroke “Pem” Hall, age 96, of Clifton Forge, Virginia died on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Salem, Virginia. Pem was born on June 26, 1929 in Clifton Forge to the late Pembroke Pettit Hall and Mary Louise Hannah Hall.  He was a graduate

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Carolyn A. Crawford

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

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Rev. Robert “Buzz” Moore

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

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Rev. L. Glenn Tyndall

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

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