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12/01/2025

Rosenia Lee Haymond “Rosie” Hart, 82, of Appomattox passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was twice widowed, her first husband was Isaac Lewis and her second was Donald W. Hart, Sr.
Born on April 10, 1943, in Upshur County, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Creed Lumis Haymond, and Lucetta Bragg Haymond. She was a member of Bethel Bible Church whose Pastor was the late Orville Gregory who she loved.
She is survived by her sister, Lula Ware; two special friends, Lisa and Helen; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by siblings, Creed Haymond, Jr., Norma Jean Sigley, Pauline Slaughter, Kathleen Rice, Jo Ann Marsh, Iris Lee, and three sisters and one brother who died at birth.
A funeral service will be held 11am, Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Robinson Funeral Home with Pastor Cindy Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery.
The family will receive friends 10am, Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Robinson Funeral Home.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the people at Babcock Manor for their care of Rosie.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

11/30/2025

Jane Morris Perdue, 86, of Appomattox passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was the wife of Charles “Charlie” Loys Perdue for 68 years.
Born in Appomattox County, VA, on January 12, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John Edward Morris and Alice Mable Evans Morris. She was a member of Memorial Methodist Church. Jane retired from Courtland Manufacturing as a seamstress after 33 years of service. After retirement she helped on the dairy farm for 20 years.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two children, Katherine Sue Wilson and husband, Derrick, and William D. Perdue and wife, Mary; four grandchildren, Terry Wayne Lawhorn and Christie, Kimberly Ann Lawhorn, Michael Perdue and Jessica, and Jacqueline Perdue and Alex; three great-grandchildren, Isabella, Brooklyn, and Maggie Jane; three siblings, James Morris, Joe Morris, and Rebecca Kugler; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth Ann Coles and Dorothy Fox; and one brother, Aubrey Morris.
A funeral service will be held at 2 pm, Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Robinson Funeral Home with Dr. Mark Allen officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6-8pm, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Robinson Funeral Home.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

11/29/2025

Carolyn Cason Davis, 82, of Appomattox passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital.
Born in Farmville, on March 31, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Henry Cason and Mabel S. W. Cason. She worked at Thomasville Furniture for 37 years. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Ferrum College. Her passion was gardening and being outdoors in any capacity. Carolyn took pride in her blue-ribbon winning flower arrangements at the Five County Fair. She was a devoted member of the Appomattox County Historical Society and the United Daughters of the Confederacy. Carolyn was active in 4-H by judging and teaching public speaking.
She is survived by her son Gregory T. Davis and wife, Deanna; granddaughter, Elizabeth V. Davis; sister, Francis Rickman; and two beloved cats, Boo and Jeb.
A graveside service will be held 1pm, Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Trinity Memorial Gardens, Rice, VA with Pastor Todd Estes officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6-8pm, Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Robinson Funeral Home.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

11/28/2025

In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace
Ephesians 1:7 KJV

Diane Myers, 75, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 25, 2025, after a brief illness. She was a dedicated wife, loving mother, and cherished homemaker. Diane built her life around faith, family, and the simple joys that brought her peace.

Diane had a lifelong passion for gardening and found true joy in nurturing flowers and sharing the beauty she cultivated. She was also known for her wonderful home-cooked meals and her talent for canning vegetables—gifts from her garden that she lovingly preserved and shared with family and friends. She filled her home with warmth, hospitality, and the quiet strength of a woman guided by faith and love. A committed Christian, she was known for her gentle spirit, kind heart, and unwavering love for those around her.

She is survived by her devoted husband of almost sixty years, Tommy; they were married on December 3, 1965, a union marked by deep love, faithfulness, and lifelong companionship. Together they had two daughters: Lynn and husband, Ben; Susan and husband, Randy; and her treasured grandchildren: Laura, Anna, Jared, and Andrew as well as six great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and Ken.

She was preceded in death by her beloved father, Elick and loving mother, Mattie Sue, her cherished brother, Carson and baby sister, Bonnie May.

A funeral service will be held at Robinson Funeral Home, Appomattox, VA, on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM, officiated by Pastor Todd Estes. Interment will follow immediately at Liberty Cemetery.

Diane’s family invites all who knew and loved her to attend and celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org).

Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com

11/28/2025

Dennis Gragg

11/26/2025

Larry Steve Fleshman, known to those who loved him simply as Steve, passed away peacefully in his home on November 23, 2025. He was born on July 29, 1950, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to the late Lowell D. Fleshman and Doris Garrett Fleshman.
Steve grew up with his family and the tight-knit community in Evergreen, Va. After graduating from high school, he set out to explore life beyond his hometown. His adventurous spirit led him to live in various cities and towns throughout Virginia and Louisiana. In time, he returned to Lynchburg, where he spent most of his years working, visiting with friends, and staying close to family.
Steve was a hardworking man whose skills carried him into many lines of work over the years. He worked as a house painter, spent time at The Foundry, labored on pipelines in the oilfield, and held positions with Flowers Bakery and Pizza Hut. He was willing to take on whatever he needed to do.
A man with a quick wit and a wonderfully curious mind, Steve had a gift for bringing humor into everyday conversations. He loved sharing interesting facts, often surprising, sometimes quirky, but always delivered with a spark that made people smile. He was a lifelong learner who spent countless hours in the library, pursuing knowledge simply for the joy of it. His resourceful nature was one of his defining qualities; Steve knew how to make the most of whatever he had and found creative solutions to life's challenges.
He is survived by his siblings: Donna Marie Jensen and husband Paul W. Jensen of Evergreen, Va., L.D. Fleshman and wife Marissa Fleshman of Appomattox Va., and Melinda D. Brewer and husband Gordon W. Brewer of Edmond, Oklahoma. Steve also left behind his two nephews, Brandon Fleshman and Adam Fleshman; and three nieces, Tiffany Campbell, Sienna Brewer, and Samantha Brewer.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on December 2, 2025, at Evergreen Cemetery, located in Evergreen, Virginia with Pastor Todd Estes officiating.

11/24/2025

Stephanie L. Mara of Appomattox, VA, formerly Titusville, NJ, passed away Friday, November 21, 2025, at home.
Born in New York City, New York, on January 4, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Florence Williams Lenhart and Ralph Leroy Lenhart.
She is survived by her son, Frank J. Mara III (Heather Mays); two grandsons, Trevin Mays and Frank J. Mara IV.; beloved sister, Shelley Lenhart Panzella; niece, Shelley Moore (David Cash); nephew, Carl Bussell (Jenny); and numerous great nephews and nieces.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Florence Williams and R.L. Lenhart.
Her happiest time was spending time with her grandsons, family and friends.
A celebration of her life will be announced at a later date.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com.

11/24/2025

Shirley Nash Gryder, 84, of Lynchburg passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital.
Born on July 29, 1941, in Pamplin, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Frank Fisher Nash and Christina Lee Nash. She was a member of Centenary United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her daughter, Tonya Peters and husband, Donald of Amherst; her daughter’s father, Gene Gryder; four grandchildren, Melissa Carver and husband, Lyle, Michael Viar and girlfriend, Brittany Ennis, John Mello and wife, Andie, and Jennifer Mello-Minder and husband, Wesley Minder; three great-grandchildren, Charleigh Carver, Hadley Viar, and Waylon Mello; and step great-grandson, Oliver Barber.
She was preceded in death by daughter, Julie G. Mello; and brother, Clyde Nash.
A graveside service will be held 11am, Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Centenary United Methodist Church Cemetery with Nancy Carwile officiating.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

11/22/2025

Roger Morgan Francis, 83, of Concord, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Appomattox Health and Rehab. He was the husband of Dorothy Marie Painter Ballagh Francis.
Born on December 14, 1941, in Newport News, VA he was the son of the late Morgan B. “Bud” Francis and Violet Edwards Francis Jones Wallace. He attended New Concord Presbyterian Church and served his country as a member of the United States Navy. Roger enjoyed photographing airplanes, looking at star constellations, and riding motorcycles. He loved to tell stories and jokes and never met a stranger.
In addition to his wife he is survived by two stepchildren, Katherine “Kathy” Bowles and William “Will” Ballagh and wife, Anne all of Concord; three grandchildren, Kara B. Baker and husband, Willie, James R. “Ran” Bowles and wife, Taylor, and Nicole “Niki” Ballagh; two great-grandchildren, Ella M. Baker and Sullivan R. Bowles; and two siblings, Ronald Eugene Francis of Boulder, CO and Pamela F. Harrison of Clinton, TN.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, William Jay Francis; his first wife, Marilyn Rampon Francis; and stepson-in-law, Gene Randolph “Randy” Bowles.
A Celebration of Life service will be held 2pm, Saturday, December 6, 2025, at New Concord Presbyterian Church with Rev. Carlos Malave officiating.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
A special thanks to the doctors and nurses at the Pearson Cancer Center, and Centra Home Health and all the nurses, CNAs, staff & therapists at both Liberty Ridge Rehab & Appomattox Health and Rehab for excellent care given to Roger.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider By His Hands Food Pantry, c/o Rocks Baptist Church, 393 Rocks Church Rd, Pamplin, VA 23958 or New Concord Presbyterian Church Cemetery Fund, 5588 New Chapel Rd., Concord, VA 24538.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

11/21/2025

James Carlton "Son" Doss, 85, of Appomattox passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of Mary Hogan Doss.
Born in Appomattox County on February 29, 1940, he was the son of the late Bernard Doss and Daisy Nell Doss. Son was a lifelong member of Bible Baptist Church and served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He loved golfing, hunting, and fishing. He was a faithful servant of the Lord who helped anyone in need.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Timothy Allen Doss and wife, Sherry, and Sandra Doss Brown and husband, Steven; seven grandchildren, Mary Nicole Saelens, Tiffany Marie Applewhite, Fallone Brown, Timothy Doss, Jr., Jessica Doss, Steven Brown, Jr., and Heather Marie Riggleman; 15 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; a sister, Shirley Ferguson; son-in-law, Mason Riggleman; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by daughter, Teresa Lynn Riggleman; and brothers and sisters, David Doss, Jane Doss, and Gordon Doss, Charles “Dude” Doss, Samuel Doss, Jr., Patricia Davidson, Lucy Gagneur, Peggy Ayers, and Helen Burnette.
A funeral service will be held 11am, Monday, November 24, 2025, at Bible Baptist Church with Pastor Jonathan Watson officiating. Burial will follow in Old Herman Cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider Bible Baptist Church, PO Box 2014, Appomattox, VA 24522.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

11/20/2025

Christian Karl Schneider, 88, of Spout Spring, VA was gathered to the side of his Lord on July 3, 2025. “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.” Psalm 116:15
Born in Winterthur, Switzerland on May 27, 1937, he was a son of the late Karl and Hanny Meili-Schneider and the husband of the late Deborah Fulton Schneider.
In addition to his mother, father and wife, Chris is preceded in death by his sisters Hanni Niederhauser, Ursula Merz, Margarethe Ernst, and Augustine Widmer and brothers Hans-Rudolf and Kaspar. He is survived by brothers Adrian, Frank, Martin, and Andreas, sister Barbara Kramer, a mother-in-law, and many brothers- in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews in both America and in Switzerland, all of whom loved him dearly.
Chris served honorably in the Swiss Army prior to moving to the United States in 1967. He was an engineer by education and trade, and retired as such from Belvac Machinery in Lynchburg, VA. After retirement, he spent his days devoted to his wife and in service to neighbors and friends with whom he had community. He loved the outdoors, whether it was climbing the Peaks of Otter on weekends, working his farm, or helping a neighbor. He was a critical thinker who often engaged on any given topic with those who had the pleasure of his company. He was fiercely loyal, full of big ideas, incredibly intelligent, and immensely industrious. He had an unwavering faith in God and Jesus Christ his Savior, a genuine love for his fellow man and a simple humility that resonated with anyone that had the honor of knowing him. He will be affectionately remembered and greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers you can honor Chris’s memory by reaching out to a neighbor in kindness and love.
A private family burial was held at the family cemetery. A memorial service celebrating Chris’ life will be held at Bible Baptist Church with Pastor Jonathan Watson officiating. Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory of Appomattox, VA is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com.

11/19/2025

Mona Jane McFadden, 83, of Pamplin, VA, passed away, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Appomattox Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late, Royal Burnette McFadden.
Born in Virginia, on May 13, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Mildred Louise Marshall Massie and the late Earl Dewey Massie.
She is survived by five children, Mark and Tammy McFadden and family, Janet Lee Boughton, Thomas Edward McFadden and family, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Henning and family, and David Allen McFadden and family; and loving caring companion, Robert Terry; and extended beloved family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Robinson Funeral Home and crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com

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