OBITUARIES

from Mechanicsville-Ashland Local & Spring Home Improvement II– 03/15/2023

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Linda Diane Barnes

BARNES, Linda Diane. It is with great sorrow that the family of diane Barnes announces her passing on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at the age of 71. diane is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Jerry; and their children, sunny Ogburn (Jonathan) and Jasmin Woodside (rigel). she will also be sadly missed by her five grandchildren, emma, Bayla, caleb, ren and auni. diane is survived by her stepfather, henry Penny III (essie); her stepmother, Marie yates; sisters, nancy alley (Brad), cindy hawkins, Bonnie yates; brothers, Frank yates (Jennifer), henry Penny; brothers and sisters-in-law, Gene Barnes (Judy), debbie Mcdonald (Jimmy), Kim Barnes; and a host of wonderful nieces and nephews. diane was predeceased by her mother, ann satterfield; and father, Frank yates. diane sold real estate for 12 years after staying home to raise her children. Later in her career, she was the Office Manager for Woody hog g & a ssociates, from where she retired. she volunteered through the years, and actively worked on projects that brought positive change to her community and schools. she loved traveling with friends, time spent at the lake and the countless hours of fun with family, friends and her husband. a celebration of Life in diane’s honor will be held at Woody Funeral home-atlee chapel on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. Family will receive friends at 1 p.m., with the service beginning at 2 p.m. Interment will be private. Online condolences and fond memories of diane may be offered to the family on the Woody Funeral home-atlee chapel website.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Baldwin staver of sandston, Virginia. he was the only son of Mark and Betsy staver, born on november 27, 1992. he is survived by his parents; his girlfriend, christina Powell; his two dogs, a xel and Zeus; his aunts, uncles, cousins; and dear friend, Briar; all of whom he loved dearly. he was a 2011 graduate of atlee high school and grew up in the Kings charter neighborhood, surrounded by wonderful families and friends. Will was an accomplished athlete in his younger years, especially in soccer and swimming. he was a free spirit who would say what was on his mind, but he had the biggest heart and would give anyone the shirt off his back. he loved tattoos and there were never enough. he had a strong faith in his christian foundation. he was a master negotiator and salesman. he loved his “Baldwin Family” as well as the “staver Family” and treasured the yearly beach trips. his first job was with Ukrops at the age of 15, starting as a bagger and ultimately as a nighttime stocker. he worked in landscaping for a while and with Tolley electric, where he completed their four-year electrician program and graduated in 2018 probably his biggest accomplishment. For the past few years, he had been working for M.c . dean as an electrician. Will had an incredible work ethic and enjoyed the work that he did. a memorial service was held at church of the redeemer, 8725 Meadowbridge rd., Mechanicsville, Va. on Friday, March 10, 2023 beginning at 11 a.m. with a reception following. Memorial contributions can be made to the sPca or to any organization which supports addic-

COOPER, Brian Keith. On Monday, March 6, 2023, Brian Keith cooper, loving soldier to many, passed away at age 43. he was born in Parkersburg, WVa., on March 18, 1979. Brian enlisted in the army reserves in 1997 and served active duty during Operation noble eagle and Operation Iraqi Freedom until he was honorably discharged January 2004. an avid culinary professional, Brian graduated Valedictorian from the Pittsburgh culinary Institute, december 2000. Brian navigated life with a sense of purpose and an overwhelming caring concern for others. Brian had a love of the outdoors, playing cornhole, and treasured his time with his kids making memories camping, fishing, hiking and traveling. Brian was the life of the party and his smile lit up the room. he never knew a stranger. Brian was an advocate for supporting soldiers and their families who were suffering from PTsd, as Brian knew the struggle, too. Brian was best known for his quick-witted humor, fierce determination and generous spirit. he is survived by his wife, Laura cooper; and their children, Mackenzie cooper and chase cooper; his parents, Michael and regina cooper; his brother, Gregory cooper (Virginie); and twin sister, Michelle hopkins (Jim). Michelle was older by three minutes. he is also survived by his aunt, cynthia cooper; nephews, Logan cooper, carson hopkins and Baley hopkins; and niece, sabine cooper; and many family members and extended family of personal friends. Brian was preceded in death by grandparents, harry and eva cooper and russell and Juanita spencer. Visitation was held at Mcculla Funeral home, 770 Fairmont road, Morgantown, on Friday, March 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. Visitation continued at Mcculla Funeral home on saturday, March 11, from 10 until the 11 a.m. funeral service with full military honors conferred by WVanG Military honors, camp dawson and the Westover VFW #9916. In lieu of giving flowers, the family asks that those who are able instead make a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project, 600 river ave. suite 400, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15212. If you or someone you know is struggling with PTsd, please encourage them to get help. Veterans crisis hotline number is 988 then press 1.

ROW, Thomas John, 95, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Loving husband of the late Jean row (nee chesley). he is survived by his children, Thomas, Michael (a shley Montague), Jennifer and Jeffrey (nancy); eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Tom was born in Fairfax and lived there until retiring to Mechanicsville in 2007. he was devoted to his family and friends and always ready to offer support and help when needed. he will truly be missed. Online condolences may be registered at www. bennettfuneral homes.com.

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Shirley Lemonavage

LEMONAVAGE, Shirley, 92, of Montpelier, Va. (formerly of hackensack, n.J.), quietly passed away at her home after a brief illness. In heaven, she joins her husband of 44 years, stanley; and her grandson, adam Jacobus. she is fondly remembered by everyone as their favorite cashier at Ukrop’s supermarket in a shland, Va., where she enjoyed working for many years. even after her retirement, wherever she went, former customers would recognize her and come over to speak and give her a hug. she was active at st. ann’s catholic church, a shland, Va., where she headed the “Life Goes On” widow and widower’s group. she will be missed by her loving family. she is survived by her daughters, diane Jacobus (John), sandy Graser (Mark), dawn Lemonavage (Greg); grandchildren, Jason Jacobus (rachel), sarah Graser, nicole Thompson; and great-grandson, christopher Jacobus. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. at nelsen Funeral home, 412 s. Washington hwy., a shland, Va. 23005. a Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 16 at st. ann’s catholic church, 105 s. snead st., a shland, Va. 23005. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to st. ann’s catholic church, or follow shirley’s example and light a candle and say a prayer.

Harris “Gil” Williams

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WILLIAMS, Harris “Gil,” 99 and 4 months, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 11, 2023. he was preceded in death by his wives, nancy c . Williams and Josephine M. Williams; and is survived by his daughters, debbie Broughton (B.J.), donna radogna (dennis), della Parker (Gary) and dena Messina (ron); nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Gil was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be missed dearly. he loved to talk and would share his many life experiences with all those he came into contact with. he never met a stranger. Gil had a strong love for the rappahannock river where he built a home that he spent his weekends and later his retirement years. Gil was a WWII U.s army Veteran, serving as a paratrooper in the Pacific Theatre. he was an active member of shalom Baptist church. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at the Mechanicsville chapel of the Bennett Funeral home, 8014 Lee-davis rd. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 17, 2023 at Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to shalom Baptist church, 8116 Walnut Grove rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.