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Linda Ann Zimmerman, 76, of Amherst, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 at her home. Born in Washington, D.C., May 3...
09/03/2026

Linda Ann Zimmerman, 76, of Amherst, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 at her home. Born in Washington, D.C., May 31, 1950, she was a daughter of the late George F. Darney III and Vera Mae Burton Darney.

Linda was a deeply devoted and active member of Dayspring Christian Fellowship, where her faith shined brightly through her everyday actions. Known for her compassionate heart, she spent time as a caregiver, always putting the needs of others before her own. She had a special place in her heart for children, always sharing her immense love and patience with the youngest generation. Linda was a constant source of encouragement to everyone she met. No holiday or special occasion passed without her sending thoughtful, hand-written cards to lift people's spirits. She had a passion for singing, and her warmth will be remembered by anyone who ever received one of her big hugs.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Nathan B. Zimmerman; children, Robert Laabs, Robin Laabs, and Dawn Zimmerman; a sister, Susan Trossbach; 13 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, George Frederick Darney IV, and Daniel Charles Darney; her sisters, Eve Irene Merino, and Yvonne Marie Mackenzie; two brothers-in-law, and two sisters-in-law.

A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Dayspring Christian Fellowship with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026 at the church.

08/19/2026

ATTENTION: For those attending the services of Casey Wayne Adams, the family respectfully requests that due to his mother, Tammy, being immunocompromised, that you refrain from hugging or touching her. We thank you for your understanding and welcome other expressions of love and sympathy.

Casey Wayne Adams, 27, of Roseland, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Born in Lynchburg, September 13, 1998, he...
08/18/2026

Casey Wayne Adams, 27, of Roseland, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Born in Lynchburg, September 13, 1998, he was the beloved son of Michael Wayne and Tammy Denise Mays Adams.

A graduate of Nelson County High School’s class of 2018, Casey’s determination and skill found a place at Cox’s Crane and Tree Service. He was never one for sitting idle behind four walls—Casey’s heart belonged to the open air and the endless sky. He found freedom, peace, and joy outdoors, and he made the most of every opportunity to savor nature’s beauty.

Casey’s generosity of spirit was boundless. He was known for his ability to ignite laughter and lift spirits, found happiness in the smiles of others, and delighted in bringing light into every gathering. His greatest devotion, however, was reserved for his family and friends—he cherished them deeply, and it showed in every caring gesture, kind word, and shared moment.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandfather, James Julian Mays, Jr.; his maternal grandmother, Judy Campbell Mays; aunts, Debbie Mason, Paula Mays (Matt), Trudy Thacker (David), Bridget Bousquet (G), and Kathy Mays (Ed); uncle, John T. Mays; numerous cousins, and a host of other loving relatives and friends who will hold his memory close.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Elwood Franklin Adams and Doris Jean Adams, and paternal great-grandparents, Doris Virginia Manning and Earl Don Manning.

Though his journey here was short, Casey made every day count, reminding us to treasure every moment with those we love and to spend as much time as we can out under the blue sky. He will be dearly missed, always remembered, and forever loved.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2026, at Clifford Baptist Church by Pastor Wayne Moore and Pastor Jeffrey Campbell with burial to follow in Bethlehem Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Nelson SPCA, 29 Stagebridge Rd., Lovingston, VA 22949.

Charlie Mickens (known as “Roy”) passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026, at Washington Hospital Center. Born on May 17,...
08/12/2026

Charlie Mickens (known as “Roy”) passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026, at Washington Hospital Center. Born on May 17, 1948, in Arrington, Virginia to Betty Morse Mickens and Andrew Jackson Mickens. He was educated in the Nelson Memorial School system where he graduated High School in 1966.

After graduating high school Roy relocated to Washington, DC and worked several jobs in the Home Improvement field, Security, at the Old Post Office Pavilion and Rodman’s Convenience store. After retiring, Roy continued his love for home improvement, landscaping and painting he taught many family and friends along the way of his craft, being known as the one to call for home improvement and new home updates.

Roy enjoyed dancing and being the life of the party (which he was) He loved music and the sounds by James Brown and Elvis Pressley. He would imitate their dance moves and have everybody on the floor. He was a longtime fan of the Dallas “Cowboys.”

Roy will be remembered by his wittiness, demanding attitude, and being, the life of the party, we will miss him dearly.

Roy was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Jackson Mickens; his mother, Betty Morse Mickens; his brother, Claude; sister, Carol, and a companion, Lillian Smith.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his daughter, Jacinta “Cindy”; sons, Kareem Abdul, Terrence and Nik; his sisters, Jackie and Audrey; his brothers, Andrew “Mickey”, Kelvin “KB”; his grandchildren, Renaldo Jr, Angel, Navar, Justin, Jordan, Tyler and Christian; great-grandchildren, Malachi, Jade and Omari; sisters-in-law, Maria and Janette; brother-in-law, Jim; daughters-in-law, Trena and Tiffany, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends that he truly loved and cherished.

A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Little Zion Baptist Church Cemetery by Rev. Robert Meredith. Viewing will take place from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. inside Little Zion Baptist Church.

Barbara Benson Waters of Roseland, Virginia, formerly of Richmond, Virgina, passed peacefully on July 30, 2026, just wee...
08/11/2026

Barbara Benson Waters of Roseland, Virginia, formerly of Richmond, Virgina, passed peacefully on July 30, 2026, just weeks after celebrating her 93rd birthday.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Waters; her parents, Gretchen and Willie Benson; her sisters and brothers-in law, Winnie and Lou Russell, and Betty and Colyar Emison; her brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Elsie Benson; her niece, Patricia, and her husband, Walt Patrick; her nephew, Ted Waters; and her niece, Suzanne McCormack.

She is lovingly remembered by her children, Rick (Pat) Waters, Debbie (Allen) Yoho, Gretchen (Robert) Mangone and Dottie (Todd) Stebbing. She is also survived by grandchildren, Daniel (Kelly) Waters, James (Shannon) Waters, Michael Waters, Gene Yoho, Jennifer (Chase) Quick, Melanie (Kevin) Lawhorne, Alyssa Westenberger, Jason (Kara) Mangone, Christopher (Lauren) Mangone, Jared (Nicole) Mangone, Rachael (Carey) Van, Sarah Stebbing and Todd Stebbing.

Barbara was blessed with 19 great-grandchildren, Knox and Jensen Waters; Elijah and Nathaniel Quick; Monica, Emry and Lennix Lawhorne; Gabriel Westenberger; Joseph, Anna, Anthony and Giovanni Mangone; Louis, Vincent and Angelo Mangone; Amelia and Clara Mangone; and Henry and Olive Van. She is also survived by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Gerald and Patricia Waters; many beloved nieces and nephews, and her devoted caregiver, Vickie Parson.

Barbara was born in Huntersville, West Virginia, in 1933. She graduated from John Marshall High School in Richmond, Virginia, in 1950 and cherished attending and helping to plan class reunions throughout her life. Barbara married Gene on April 11, 1952.

Over the years Barbara and Gene made their home in Atlanta, Georgia; Norfolk, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; Hong Kong, China; and Phoenix, Arizona. After Gene's passing, Barbara lived in Mechanicsville, Virginia; Glen Allen, Virginia; Stuarts Draft, Virginia; Roseland,
Virginia; and Lyndhurst, Virginia.

Barbara treasured her family and friends, found joy in traveling, playing bridge, cards and games with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, reading, crafts and attending family reunions in Cass, West Virginia.

Throughout her career, she worked as a bookkeeper or office manager for Dunkums Auto, Patrick's Auto Service, Gainey Ranch, Waters Construction, Oak Hill Golf Course, Kemper Insurance, and the Baptist Foreign Mission Board.

Barbara was a faithful member of Tuckahoe Baptist Church, Richmond, Virginia, while raising her family, where she volunteered as a Bible School teacher each summer. Later, in retirement, she was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Glen Allen, Virginia, where her volunteer service included home and nursing facility visits. She attended Jonesboro Baptist Church in her last years.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on August 22, 2026, at Jonesboro Baptist Church, 9215 Patrick Henry Highway, Roseland, Virginia 22967. The service will be streamed at the following link: https://youtube.com/live/u96mFv9DQbc?feature=share

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Jonesboro Baptist Church, P.O. Box 40, Roseland, Virginia 22967.

Ruth Jane Mays Fitzgerald, 98, of Amherst, Virginia, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2026.Born on June 5, 1928, in Mo...
07/23/2026

Ruth Jane Mays Fitzgerald, 98, of Amherst, Virginia, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2026.
Born on June 5, 1928, in Montebello, Virginia, Ruth was the daughter of the late Howard and Nannie Campbell Mays.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 68 years, Denver Fitzgerald; her brother, Willie Mays; her sister, Euna Cash and her husband, George; her brother-in-law, Charles Young; and her cherished granddaughter, Jessica Fitzgerald.

She is lovingly remembered by her sons, Peditt Fitzgerald (Janet) and Eddie Fitzgerald (Tina); her grandchildren, Robert Fitzgerald, Sabrina Fitzgerald (Wayne), and Daniel Fitzgerald (Tonya); her great-grandchildren, Dakota Fitzgerald (Hailey) and James Covey; and her great-great-grandchildren, Kaiden Lane and Camden Coleman. She also leaves behind her dear sister, Eula Young, and many extended family members and friends, who were blessed to know her.

Ruth’s greatest joy in life was caring for her family. Nothing made her happier than having a house full of loved ones gathered around her table. She was known for preparing hearty meals on her old wood cookstove, making sure no one ever left her home hungry. Her kitchen was a place of warmth, laughter, and unconditional love.

She embodied the strength, determination, and resilience of her generation. Ruth worked tirelessly throughout her life, tending a large garden, preserving its harvest by canning vegetables over an open fire, splitting wood for the cookstove and wood heater, and carrying water from a nearby spring to the house. She never shied away from hard work and approached every task with quiet grace and unwavering dedication.

More than anything, Ruth will be remembered for her loving heart, generous spirit, and the deep devotion she showed to her family every day of her life. Her legacy lives on in the values she instilled, the traditions she passed down, and the countless memories shared around her table.

Her family finds comfort in knowing she has been reunited with the love of her life, Denver, and those who went before her. Though she will be deeply missed, her love and example will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Ruth was a long-time member of Piney River Baptist Church.

The family would like to thank Fairmont Crossing staff for the care given to her during her stay, especially including her in all the wonderful activities. She really loved all of you.

Her Celebration of Life will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 25th, 2026 at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home by Pastor James Bryant, with visitation from 12 to 1 p.m. Burial will follow in Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church Cemetery.

06/17/2026

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Patricia Dickie Stevens passed away June 12, 2026, at her home in Roseland, Virginia after courageously waging battle wi...
06/15/2026

Patricia Dickie Stevens passed away June 12, 2026, at her home in Roseland, Virginia after courageously waging battle with vascular dementia and cancer.

She was born at Valley View farm in Nelson County to the late William Lewis Dickie and Sallie Ervine Dickie on June 11, 1938.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Frederick Stevens; sisters, Marjorie Dickie Midkiff, Emilie Louise Dickie Brugiuere, and Barbara Dickie Helms; brother, Gilmer Ervine; son-in- law, Patrick Parrish, and step-grandson, Andrew Blaine Boyd.

She is survived by her daughters, Angela Stevens Boyd and husband, James (children John Frederick Stevens Pifer and Elizabeth Caroline Boyd and great-grandson Easton John Pifer), and Mary Catherine Stevens Parrish, and her four- legged dog, Windy.

She was a graduate of Fleetwood High School and Averett Junior College and attended Radford College. From a young girl and throughout her adult life, Patricia had a passion for horses, dogs, roses, music and art. One could almost find her either in the barn, the garden, or painting in the art room. She also enjoyed hosting bridge clubs and "pickin' parties".

Patricia made her career as a volunteer. She contributed many hours as a Girl Scout troop leader, elementary school clinic aide, hospital auxiliary volunteer, Red Cross and served as an EMT with Roseland Rescue Squad.

Patricia was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, friend and the last of "Those Dickie Girls". She will be truly missed, yet her family is comforted in knowing that she is reunited with the love of her life, her childhood sweetheart and husband, Jack. Patricia is finally "Home".

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Bethlehem Methodist Church in Roseland, by Rev. Ed Childress and Rev. Kent Wise, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Roseland Rescue Squad, POB 39, Roseland, VA 22967, Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911, or Bethlehem Methodist Church, 7539 Patrick Henry Hwy., Roseland, VA 22967.

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Bluford "Spicky" Mayo Wood passed away peacefully on 7 June 2026. He had celebrated the 94th year of life, having been b...
06/09/2026

Bluford "Spicky" Mayo Wood passed away peacefully on 7 June 2026. He had celebrated the 94th year of life, having been born as a Christmas baby on 25 December 1931.

Spicky’s full and rich life began in the Lowesville and Piney River area, where he remained most of the rest of his life with the exception of his Air Force service during the Korean War, which took him across the US and to Guam. While in the Air Force, he qualified for a position of staff sergeant and received a certificate for marksmanship. A natural born engineer, Spicky overcame a lack of formal education through his innate sense of how machines worked. Racing cars became a favorite pastime. Spicky built his own car and through that experience became a master mechanic, developing the skills to start his own garage. He could disassemble and repair any engine or machine of any type. Later, he was Sawyer at Nelson Lumber Company in Piney River until retiring at age 62. In retirement, Spicky pursued his passion for the outdoors through fishing, hunting and riding in the mountains, as well as maintaining an immaculate yard at his Piney River home. In this chapter of his life, Spicky also taught himself golf and developed an excellent game in a sport he shared with family and friends. He was a great father, grandfather, great-grandfather and recent great-great-grandfather. All of his relatives will remember his wonderful storytelling at holidays and gatherings. Spicky was a special man who valued truth, hard work and finding the right way to do things.

He leaves behind the love of his life, Mabel Tomlin Wood, with whom he shared 68 years of marriage. They have three sons, Don (Patricia), Gary (Debbie) and Michael (Kristina). They enjoyed a host of grandchildren and step grandchildren as well as great grandchildren and the newest family addition, a great-great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ervin Wood and Zelma Campbell Wood, as well as his brothers, Warren, and Frederick “John”, and his sister, Delores.

Spicky was a lifelong member of Piney River Baptist Church. He was also a member of the local VFW and the Piney River Moose Lodge where he served as treasurer.

The family will receive friends and family at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, Friday, June 12, 2026 from 6 to 8 pm, and at other times at their home. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Piney River Baptist Church, at 11 am. The church will provide a meal and fellowship following the service.

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be sent to Piney River Baptist Church, 1190 Lowesville Rd., Roseland, VA 22967.

Thomas “Tommie” Jefferson Massie Jr., 82, of Amherst died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Lynchburg. Born June 12, 1943, he wa...
06/04/2026

Thomas “Tommie” Jefferson Massie Jr., 82, of Amherst died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Lynchburg. Born June 12, 1943, he was a son of the late Thomas J. Massie Sr. and Zella Mae Campbell Massie.

Tommie was a life-long member of Piney River Baptist Church and had attended Clifford Baptist Church. In earlier days, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, and always had a story or two. He was a longtime University of Virginia sports fan and especially enjoyed watching softball. He also loved music and was an avid fan of “The Little Mountain Boys.”

He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Braxton (Donnie) of Dale City; the mother of his daughter, and caregiver for many years, Martha Saunders of Amherst; sister, Patricia Wood of Piney River; grandchildren, Ashleigh (Heather), Kristina, Shaelynn (DJ), Aarron (Caroline), and Samantha (Will); great-grandchildren, Hadley, Evelyn, Noah, Luca, Caleb, Rylynn, and Isabella, and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Massie; his sister, Janet Saunders, and his niece, Sheila Wood.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Fairmont Crossing, and to Betty Morgan, for all the love and care that was shown to Tommie.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Blue Ridge Meals on Wheels, POB 1332, Amherst, VA 24521, or to the Piney River Volunteer Fire Department, POB 33, Piney River, VA 22964.

A graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in Harewood Cemetery by Pastor Jeffrey Campbell and Deacon Wayne Massie.

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Roseland, VA
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