Barbara Jean Rojas

Jan 10, 2025

Barbara Jean Rojas, 75, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully at her home Friday, January 10, 2025. She was the loving wife of Frank Jose Rojas and mom to “Cooper”, their beloved Plott Hound.

Barbara was born in Glen Gardner, New Jersey on October 25, 1949, the daughter of the late George Maxwell and Jean Cronce Maxwell. She retired as a professional...

Jenny Lynne Knight

Jan 9, 2025

Jenny “Lynne” Knight, 75, of Vinton, VA, passed away on January 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.  Born Jenny Lynne Kingery in Roanoke, VA, Lynne lived a vibrant and fulfilling life. Known for her gregarious personality, she grew up on a farm, overcoming the challenges of a humble upbringing. At a young age, she left high school...

Audrey Louise DeKorte

Jan 9, 2025

Audrey Lousie Gibb DeKorte, 99, of Bedford passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Bedford County Nursing Home. She was born in Passaic, NJ on January 5, 1926. A daughter of the late David Gibb and Frieda Wehrkamp Gibb. In addition to her parents Audrey was preceded in death by her loving husband of 74 years, Elbert Cornelius DeKorte...

Brian Christopher Morgan

Jan 7, 2025

Brian Christopher Morgan, 56, of Lynchburg, went to be with his savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. He was the loving husband of Christy-Lynn Davidson Morgan.

Brian was born in Riverside, California, on March 4, 1968, a son of Orville Morgan of Florida and Dianne Meads of California. Brian was an avid guitar player, loved his cats, collecting guns,...

Carol Ann Quibell

Jan 7, 2025

Carol Quibell was a true rock star. Her life’s mission was to bring joy to everyone she encountered. If you visited her at Smith Mountain Lake and mentioned your love for shrimp cocktail, she’d have an entire platter waiting for you—every single time. Carol’s energy was boundless. She talked faster, walked quicker, and never stopped cooking, cleaning, or entertaining until...

William David Fitzgerald

Jan 6, 2025

William David Fitzgerald, 75, of Madison Heights, passed away on January 6, 2025, in the hospital. Born on June 16, 1949, he was the son of the late Herby W. Fitzgerald, Sr., and Phoebe H. Fitzgerald. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, and his late wife, Frances Fitzgerald. 

He is survived by his fiancée, Barbara Orange (and family);...

Wilmer Benford (W.B.) Nolen

Jan 5, 2025

Wilmer Benford (W.B.) Nolen, Sr., 86, of Forest, VA, passed from this life to eternal life on January 5, 2025, after nearly a year long stay at Heritage Green Memory Care. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Blackwell Nolen. Born June 27, 1938, in Bassett, VA, he was the only child of the late Arthur Benford...

Jerry Randall Mason

Jan 5, 2025

Jerry Randall Mason, 75, of Lynchburg, passed away at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on January 5, 2025. Jerry was born in Lynchburg on April 19, 1949, son of the late Clarence Gibbs Mason and the late Annie Beatrice Mason.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Cecil Mason, and his sister, Laverne Mason Wallace and two...

Cheryl Ann Kazaitis

Jan 5, 2025

Cheryl Ann Kazaitis, 80, of Mokena, Illinois passed away on January 5, 2025, in Appomattox, Virginia. She was the daughter of Bernard and Virginia Reid, and the wife of John for 61 years.

Cheryl was born on June 6, 1944, in Kankakee, Illinois. She is survived by her children Kelly Gaba, Kris Vitiello (Dan), Kimberly Parmele (Rich); grandchildren Ryan (Kerry), Daniel...

Barbara Ann Clark

Jan 4, 2025

Barbara Ann Clark, a beloved mother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away on January 4, 2025, at the age of 40. Born on December 19, 1984, in Bedford, Virginia, Barbara was known for her feisty spirit and bright smile. She had a heart of gold that won the affection of all who knew her.

Barbara's life was illuminated by her deep...