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The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sat, Jun. 24, 2006
ALLEN FRANKLIN VIA
Allen Franklin Via, 81, of Charlottesville died Wednesday, June 21, 2006, at Martha Jefferson Hospital. Born March 18, 1925, in Albemarle County, he was the son of the late Walter Samuel Via and Lottie Sandridge Via. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dorothy Wayland Via; two daughters, Teresa Lynn Stein and her husband, William, of Rochester, New York and Kimberly Wayland Via of Glen Allen, Virginia; three sisters, Anne Via Wayland of Charlottesville, Nancy Via Shipp (James Early) of Troy, and Beverly Via Wagner (Ralph) of Waynesboro; one brother, Walter Dabney Via (Nancy) of Crozet; and a number of nieces and nephews. Allen was employed by H.M. Gleason Company, the University of Virginia, and Monticello Foundation. He was an usher for the University of Virginia athletic events. He faithfully served as a church deacon, choir member, and in many other service ministries. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 24, 2006, at First Baptist Church with Dr. Lindsay Sadler officiating. Interment will follow in Monticello Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8 p.m. Friday, June 23, 2006, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 735 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902. Friends may sign the guest register at www.hillandwood.com.

The Harrisburg Patriot-News, Harrisburg, PA
AMELDA J. VIA HARRIS
Almeda J. Harris, 76, West Hanover Township, died Saturday, October 23, 2004 in the Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill. She was born on July 8, 1928 in Harrisburg. She was a homemaker and mother to her 6 children. In her youth, she attended Middle Cove Bible Church of Duncannon, PA. She enjoyed her travels to the mountains of Virginia, and especially the trips to Walton's Mountain. She is survived by her husband, William F. Harris, Sr.; a daughter, Almeda J. Arnold; 5 sons, William F., Jr., Glenn F., Robert E., Warren E., and Wesley A. Harris; 7 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral Wednesday, October 27, 2004 in Hoover Funeral Home. Burial in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
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The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Mon, Sep. 30, 1929
ANDERSON W. VIA
Anderson W. Via a retired contractor and one of the city’s best known residents, died at 10:30 o’clock Saturday night at his home, 921 Cherry Street. Mr. Via had suffered from a form of heart trouble for the past three years. His last illness was of three weeks duration. His condition became critical early last week, and the end was not unexpected. Anderson White Via was a native of Albemarle county, having been born and reared near Nortonsville, in the northern end of the county. He was a son of the late C. Franklin Via and was sixty-one years of age. Mr. Via came to Charlottesville to make his home forty years ago. He lead quite an active business life and was a leading churchman, a deacon in the First Baptist church. He was also a member of the local lodge of Odd Fellows. Mr. Via married Miss Lena Harris, of northern Albemarle. She survives, with seven children, five sons, and two daughters – Guy F. Via, Dr. Dan O. Via and Harold A. Via of this city; Earl H. Via, at present in the employ of the DuPont plant at Wilmington, Del.; Warren W. Via, an instructor in the school at Bennettsville, S. C.; Mrs. C. S. Barr and Miss Mary V. Via, of this city. Mr. Via also leaves two brothers and three sisters – Willoughby N. Via, of this city; Charles H. Via, of Richmond; Mrs. John Rhodes. Mrs. H. I. Lupton and Mrs. J. D. Huckstep, all of this city. The funeral will be held from the First Baptist church at 3 o’clock this afternoon, the service to be conducted by the pastor, Dr. Henry Alford Porter. The interment will take place in the family section in Oakwood cemetery.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Apr. 4, 1964
ANNA VIA
BARBOURSVILLE - Mrs. Anna Via, 62, died at her home here yesterday. Mrs. Via was born July 5, 1901, in Albemarle County, daughter of the late Lizzie Collier. She is survived by her husband Floyd Via of Barboursville; one son, Early Collier of Barboursville; four daughters, Mrs. Bessie Davidson of New Jersey, Mrs. Daisy Pritchett, Mrs. Minnie Collier, and Mrs. Addie Breeden all of Barboursville; one brother, Boggie Collier of Arlington; and 18 grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow at the Preddy's Funeral Home in Gordonsville. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery in Gordonsville.

The Chillicothe, Chillicothe, MO, Mar 2013
BARBARA ANN VIA WORMAN

IN MEMORY OF Barbara Ann Via Worman
Barbara Ann Worman, age 73, a resident of Hale, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2013, at Heartland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph, Missouri. Barbara was born the daughter of John W. and Margaret F. (Shifflet) Via on November 21, 1939, in Grottoes, Virginia. She was united in marriage to Loren Layne Worman on May 30, 1959, in Strausstown, Pennsylvania. He survives of the home. She worked as a CNA for Hedrick Medical Center and The Baptist Home for many years. She attended church in Hale, Missouri. Barbara enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Barbara had a strong faith in God. Survivors include her husband Loren of the home; four sons, Gary Layne Worman of Hale, Missouri, Gordon Scott Worman and wife Martina Jo of Hale, Missouri, Faron Scott Worman and wife Misty Dawn of Chillicothe, Missouri, and Daniel James Worman and wife Kattie Marie of Hale, Missouri; two daughters, Lori Ann McLaughlin and husband Patrick of Olathe, Kansas, and Anita Jean Grant-Acklin and husband Michael of Hale, Missouri; eighteen grandchildren, Jaci Grant, Katie Worman, Trenton Worman, Alexy Grant, Lauryn McLaughlin, Tyler Acklin, Tristyn Grant, Drake McLaughlin, Layne Worman, Alivia Acklin, Madison Worman, Hannah Acklin, Alisyn Worman, Emily Worman, Lily Worman, Charli Jo Worman, Presley Worman, and Henley Worman; three great grandchildren, Grant Sheetz, Bryson Briner, and Mason Briner; four brothers, John W. Via, Jr. of Palmyra, Pennsylvania, Richard Scott Via of Palmyra, Pennsylvania, Kenneth G. Via of Grantville, Pennsylvania, and Steven M. Via of Palmyra, Pennsylvania; and one sister Carol Nye of Benton, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her parents; four sisters, Betty Jean Via, Christina (Faye) Burdge, Wanda Via, and Paula Via; and one brother, Jeffrey L. Via. Funeral services will be held at the Lindley Funeral Home, Hale, Missouri, on Thursday, March 28, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. A scheduled family visitation will be held at the Lindley Funeral Home, Hale, Missouri, on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friends may call at the Lindley Funeral Home, Hale, Missouri, on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, from 12 noon until 9:00 p.m. Burial will be held at Hale Memorial Gardens, Hale, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hale United Methodist Church and may be left at or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Missouri 64601. Online condolences may be made at www.lindleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe, Missouri.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Apr. 8, 2007
BARBARA ELIZABETH VIA
Mrs. Barbara Elizabeth Via, 85, formerly of Waynesboro, and a resident of Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, died Friday, April 06, 2007, at the center. She was born October 1, 1921, in Heards, Virginia, a daughter of the late Joseph Wilton Toms and Nannie Baber Toms. Mrs. Via was retired from the former Crompton Shenandoah Plant at Waynesboro. She was a member of Wayne Hills Baptist Church and was a 1951 Charter member of Wayne Hills United Methodist Church. Barbara loved life, she embraced each day, loved walking and meeting people, never considering anyone a stranger. She always looked forward to her daily meeting with friends at Hardees and always enjoyed her outings with the fun bunch from Wayne Hills Baptist Church. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Shirley Via, of Fishersville; three sisters, Mrs. Donald (Mary) Sparks of New London, New Hampshire, Mrs. Robert (Shirley) Thraves and Mrs. Willis (June) Knight, both of Barbersville, Virginia; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Anice Toms of Charlottesville, and Mrs. Barbara Ann Lawson of Fluvanna County; one granddaughter, Mrs. Brad (Kristi) Sears of Fishersville; and one great -grandson, Jacob Sears. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert B.Via Jr., in 1980; a sister and brother-in-law, Pauline Toms Carver and Bradley Carver; and two brothers, Joseph (Bill) Toms and Melvin Toms. A service will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2007, at the chapel of McDow Funeral Home, by the Reverend Danny Campbell. Burial will follow at Augusta Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Brad Sears, Robert Thraves, Gunther Craun, Michael Craun, Larry Zimmerman and Malcolm Campbell. Honorary pallbearers will be friends attending and Dr. James Long. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 9, 2007, at McDow Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne Hills Baptist Church, 877 Ladd Road, Waynesboro, VA 22980.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Feb. 17, 2008
BARBARA V. VIA
Barbara V. Via, 96, of Charlottesville died peacefully on Friday, February 15, 2008 at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Earl Via. She was born October 30, 1911, in Earlysville, Virginia, the daughter of the late Reverend Jacob Wood and Carrie Crenshaw Via. She was also preceded in death by her brother Jacob Rice Via; sisters Martha Baugher, Elizabeth Patterson, Ruth Branham, Bettie Heflin, Rachel Allen, Gertrude Via, and Willie Jones and their respective spouses; and a baby sister, Yula. She graduated from Earlysville High School on May 28, 1929, where she was on the Debate Team, the Basketball Team, was valedictorian of her small class and wrote the class poem. She attended Harrisonburg State Teacher's College (now James Madison University) the next two years, and started teaching in 1931 in a one room schoolhouse near Fray's Mill in Albemarle County. She completed her degree over the next few summers graduating in 1938. She taught at Montvale School, taught three years in Barboursville, and for seven years at Broadus Wood Elementary, all in Albemarle County. She was married December 26, 1941, in Earlysville. During World War II she worked in an office for Glenn L. Martin, a company that built aircrafts for the war, and lived in Dundalk, Maryland, while her husband worked at the Bethlehem Steel Shipyard. In 1945 they returned to Charlottesville, where she taught several more years before starting a family. Barbara joined the Free Union Church of the Brethren as a child, where her father was a minister. As an adult, she was active in the life of the church and for years worked with the Young People's Group on Sunday nights. Since the early 1950's she has attended First United Methodist Church in Charlottesville and been a member of Circle #5. The last four years she has also attended River Road United Methodist Church in Richmond. She was a long time member of the Shadwell Home Demonstration Club and was County Chairman of the Extension Homemakers in 1986 during the 50th Anniversary celebration. She was active in PTA and other school and community events. Barbara is survived by her son, Julian Thomas Via of Salem, Virginia; a daughter Charlotte Via Allred and her husband, Fred Mark Allred Jr., of Richmond; a granddaughter, Susan Via Campbell and her husband, David Alan Campbell, of Westfield, Indiana; and great-grandchildren, Morganne Elizabeth Campbell and William Thomas Campbell. She is also survived by a stepgrandson, Kenneth Mark Allred and his wife, Wendy Behling Allred, and their two sons, Jacob and Harrison Allred of Richmond and a stepgranddaughter, Pamela Janice Allred-Irby and her husband Brian Ray Irby, and their children, Renae Allred, Marina, Ryan, William, and Mikayla Irby of Richmond. She has many nieces and nephews, as well. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, February 18, 2008, at First United Methodist Church in Charlottesville with the Reverend Doctor Harry Kennon and the Reverend Kirk Nave officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, February 17, 2008, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home in Charlottesville. Contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church Preschool, 101 E. Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA 22901 or to a charity of choice. Friends may sign the register book at www.hillandwood.com.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Aug. 20, 2006
BERTHA SHIFFLETT VIA
Bertha Shifflett Via, 82, of Richmond, Virginia, formerly of Free Union, Virginia, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2006. Born August 14, 1924, she was the daughter of the late William and Bessie Shifflett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alton Via; two sisters, Lucile Rome and Gernie Hazlett; six brothers, Pete, Roman, Roy, Elzie, Raymond and Cecil Shifflett. Bertha is survived by one daughter, Dale, and her husband, Russell Jenkins, of Richmond, Virginia; three sisters, Avis and her husband, Ollie Morris, of Charlottesville, Virginia, Dorothy and her husband, Albert Schneider, of Hopewell, Virginia, Gertie Woods of Craigsville, Virginia; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, who were the joy of her life. Bertha was special to everyone who knew her and she loved everybody. Her hobby was taking pictures. She took her camera with her everywhere. She also loved to do needlework for everyone and working with her flowers. She always had a big smile. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, August 21, 2006, at Sunset Memorial Park in Chester, Virginia. The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. today, at the Joseph W. Bliley Funeral Home, Chippenham Chapel in Richmond, Virginia.

The Patriot-News, Mechanicsburg, PA, Feb. 12, 2009
BETTY JEAN VIA

Betty Jean Via, 65, of Palmyra, died Tuesday, February 10, 2009 in the Hershey Medical Center. Born in Grottoes, VA on February 25, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John and Margaret Shifflet Via. Margaret attended Palmyra High School and was a factory worker at the Hershey Foods, Inc., for 36 years. She was a member of the Chocolate Workers Union Local 464 and loved cooking, baking and spending time with her family. She is survived by brothers, John Via, Jr. of Hershey, Kenneth Via of Grantville, Richard Via of Palmyra and Steven Via of Hershey; sisters, Barbara Worman of Hale, MO, Carol Nye of Benton, and Christine Burdge of Palmyra; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Jeffrey Via and sisters,Wanda Via and Paula Via. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 16, 2009 at 11 a.m., from the Kreamer Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 618 E. Main Street, Annville. Interment will be in the Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra. Viewing will take place on Sunday from 6-8 p.m., and on Monday from 10-11 a.m., at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 2600 Network Blvd., Suite 300, Frisco, TX 75034.

CAROLL C. VIA
Caroll C. Via, age 76 of Hummelstown, PA went home to be with the Lord Monday, April 12, 2010. Beloved husband of 40 years to Marie A. Noll-Via; Loving father of Caroll F. Via of Oviedo, FL; Penny Hagerty of Wilmington, DE and Tina Harris of Brookeville, PA. Cherished grandfather of Ashley Harris and Sarah Hagerty and brother of Gloria Westmorland of Orlando, FL. He was proceeded in death by his loving parents, Frank W. Via and Alberta M. Via; his brothers, Frank W. Via and Arlington Via and his sister Carloyn Via. Caroll proudly served his country during his service in the United States Navy. He will be remembered as a man of God and a loving husband and father. He will have a private burial service for family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM at the Independent Bible Church of Sand Beach at which he was an active member. The family requests donations be made to the church in his memory.

CAROLYN M. VIA
Carolyn M. Via, 71, of Hummelstown, passed away Friday, January 14, 2005 at her residence. She was retired from Hershey Foods Corp. and was a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Shellsville. She is survived by her sister, Gloria Westmoreland and brother, Arlington Via, both of Orlando, FL; and her twin brother, Carroll Via of Hummelstown. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank W. and Alberta Via and her brother, Frank W. Via, Jr. There will be no services. Arrangements by Auer Memorial Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Harrisburg. Contributions may be made to PinnacleHealth Hospice, 3705 Elmwood Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17110. www.pennlive.com/obits

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CARRIE CECIL VIA HUMPHRIES
Carrie Cecil Via Humphries, 86. formerly of Rt. 1, Grottoes, died Monday evening (February 28,2000) at the residence of her daughter at 19 Essex Rd. (Harriston East). She was born June 7, 1913, in Albemarle County the daughter of Oscar William and Attellar Elizabeth (Wood) Via. She was a homemaker, a member of the Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church where she served as a financial secretary for many years and was a member of the High Noon Club. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Wade Humphries, on January 3, 1990, as well as three brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her daughter, Sylvia Clements and son-in-law, Ronnie; brother, Herbert Via of Orlando, Fla.; sister, Eilar Humphries of Grottoes; grandchildren, Curt Wade Clements and his wife, Tracy, Andrew Ryan Clements and his wife, Stephanie. all of Richmond, Mary Elizabeth Clements and her fiancé, Ryan Durham; great-grandchildren, Paden Michael Clements, Zachary Wade Clements, Cassidy Lynne Clements and Macy Elizabeth Clements, all of Richmond. A service will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church by the Revs. Cynthia L Frye and Durwood Cowan. Burial will follow in Edgewood Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be William Via, Steve Downs, Calvin Humphries, Julian Via, Calvin Clements, Jim Fultz, Hensel Eppard and Steve Brooker. Honorary pallbearers will be friends of Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 7- 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Reynolds Funeral Service of Waynesboro and other times at the residence of her daughter. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Shenandoah, P.O. Box 215, 64 Sports Medicine Dr., Fishersville, Va. 22939.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Tue, Dec. 2, 1997
CARRIE LEE VIA
Carrie Lee Via, 91, died Dec. 1, 1997, at a Charlottesville hospital. She was born Jan. 11, 1906, in Crozet. She was preceded in death by her mother Eva Carter Wood; a daughter, Eunice Thurston; and her husband, Claude L. Via. She is survived by two daughters, Anne Chick of Virginia Beach, Carolyn Shifflett of Gordonsville; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was a member of Crozet Baptist Church. The family suggests donations be made to Hospice of the piedmont. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at Anderson Funeral Home, Crozet. A graveside funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Rockgate Cemetery with Dr. Roy Thomas officiating.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Oct. 20, 2019
CATHY VIA SULLIVAN

Cathy V. Sullivan, 62, of Earlysville, Va., passed away at home late Tuesday, October 15, 2019. Cathy was born on January 27, 1957, in Charlottesville, Va., to the late Veluvian A. Via and Reba H. Via. Always family-oriented, Cathy stayed close to her birthplace and raised her family in Earlysville, Va. She was a dedicated member of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Earlysville and worked for Albemarle County in food services before retiring to help take care of her grandchildren. A loving sister, mother, and grandmother, Cathy devoted her life to caring for her family. Those closest to her were her greatest joy and pleasure, whether she was talking to her sisters, spending time with her children or taking care of her grandchildren. She loved the Lord and served as Deacon at her church among many other roles. Cathy will be fondly remembered for her sense of humor, resilience, and generosity. Cathy never failed to enjoy simple pleasures such as the warm sun, flowers on her deck, delicious food and time with her family. Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Veluvian Via of Free Union; her brother, Dale Via and his wife, Judy; and her sister, Velma Brinkley. She is survived by the father of her children, Joel Sullivan Jr. of Elkton; her two children and their spouses, Cody Sullivan and his wife, Sarah, and Lauren Conti and her husband, Tim; her sister, Newassa Gentry and her husband, Scott; her brother-in-law, Danny Brinkley; her in-laws, Wayne and Thelma Sullivan of Earlysville; her aunts, Gladys Hayes and Mabel Via; two granddaughters, Vivian and Paige Conti, as well as an extended family including cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Earlysville, from 6:30 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2019. A celebration of life will be held at Chestnut Grove on Friday morning, October 25, 2019, at 11 a.m. with a lunch reception following. A graveside service will follow at Wesley Chapel in Free Union, Va. Donations may be sent to Chestnut Grove Baptist Church at 550 Buck Mountain Road, Earlysville, VA 22936.

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CHARLIE F. VIA
Charlie Franklin Via, 77, of 281 N. Bayard Ave. was dead-on-arrival Saturday afternoon (Dec. 13, 1975) at Waynesboro Community Hospital. Mr. Via was born in Albemarle County March 21, 1898, son of Tyre and Sallie (Dunn) Via. He was retired, after 21 years of service, with Basic Witz Furniture Co. as a furniture finisher. Prior to working at Basic Witz, he was a farmer and caretaker of the Hopeman Estate at Sugarhollow farm near White Hall. He was a member of First Christain Church. His wife, Mrs. Eva Virginia (Garrison) Via, preceded him in death. Surviving are one son, Charlie Franklin Via Jr. of Pottstwon, Pa.; three daughters, Mrs. Juanita V. Ellis, Mrs. Katie Zimmerman and Mrs. Thelma Johnson, all of Waynesboro; one sister, Mrs. Ida V. James of Mooresville, Pa; 15 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday in Etter Funeral Home chapel by the Rev. David M. Derrow. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be James Boyne, James Daughtry, Elmer Jr. and Donald Meadows, Ernest Claytor Sr. and Kermit Harris. The family will receive friends from 7-8 tonight at the funeral home.

The Patriot-News, Mechanicsburg, PA, Jul. 22, 2011
CHRISTINE FAY [VIA] BURDGE

Christine Fay Burdge, 64, of Palmyra died Wednesday July 20, 2011 in the Harrisburg Hospital. She was the wife of the late Sherwood Dale Burdge who died in 1975. Born in Lebanon on June 7, 1947, she was the daughter of the late John W., Sr. and Margaret F. Shifflet Via. She was formerly employed by the Hershey Medical Center and was a nurses aid at the Palmyra Nursing Home. Fay formerly attended Gravel Hill United Methodist Church, Palmyra and enjoyed cooking for gatherings of family and friends. She was a dedicated mother and loved her grandchildren and extended family. Surviving are three sons Michael T. Burdge, Sr. of Lebanon, Travis S. Burdge of Grantville, David S. Burdge of Strasburg, nine grandchildren, four brothers John W. Via, Jr. of Palmyra, Richard Scott Via of Palmyra, Kenneth G. Via of Grantville, Steven M. Via of Palmyra, two sisters Barbara Worman of Hale, MO, and Carol Nye of Benton. She was preceded in death by a brother Jeffrey L. Via, and sisters Betty Via, Wanda Via, and Paula Via. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM from Gravel Hill United Methodist Church, 131 Gravel Hill Road, Palmyra with the Rev. Douglas S. Smith officiating. Interment will be in Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra. Viewing will be held on Monday evening from 6-8 PM at the Kreamer Funeral Home and Crematory, 618 E. Main Street, Annville and also from 9-11 AM prior to the service at the church.

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CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS VIA
Shellsville – Chris C, Via, 69, of Palmyra RD 1 died Thursday at Harrisburg Hospital. He was a farmer. Surviving are a daughter Mrs. Pauline Sourveer, of Colebrook; a son, Chris C. Jr.; four sisters, Mrs. Anna Garrison, of Palmyra RD 2, Mrs. Lyle Garner and Mrs Beulah Straw, both if Hummelstown RD 2 and Mrs. Kathleen Yingst, of Grantville RD 1; five brothers, Charles, of Palmyra RD 2, Frank and Paul, both of Hummelstown RD 2, Robert, of Palmyra RD 1, and John of Grantville RD 1; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home at Shellsville. The Rev. Donald D. Stephan will officiate. Burial will be in Grantville Cemetery. There will be no viewing.

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CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS VIA JR.
Lebanon – Chris C. Via Jr. 66, of Lebanon RD 4 died Saturday at home. He was a retired self-employed carpenter and an Army Veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, G.Ruth Via of Elizabethtown; four sons, James D. of Elizabethtown, Gary E. of Marietta, Eric D. of Royalton and Rance L. of Pittsburgh; a daughter, Lisa A. of Hershey; a sister, Pauline Kaylor of Lebanon; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Cremation Society of Pennsylvania is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospital Hospice, Fourth and Walnut Streets, Lebanon 17042.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Wed, Dec. 30, 1992
CURTIS ALLEN VIA
Curtis Allen “Buck” Via, 69, of Grottoes died Dec. 29, 1992, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg, where he had been a patient since Nov. 26. Mr. Via was born July 18, 1923, near Port Republic and was the son of the late Jesse and Hattie Roach Via. He was a member of the Grottoes Free Pentecostal Church and was an independent contractor. On June 15, 1947, he married the former Margaret Morris, who survives. Also surviving are two eons, Melvin F. Via of Grottoes and Curtis A. Via of New Hope; two daughters, Shirley M. Allen and Joyce A. Via, both of Grottoes; one sister, Hazel Shifflett of Grottoes; and six grandchildren. The Revs. John Morris and Homer Frazier will conduct the funeral at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Grottoes Free Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in the Port Republic Cemetery near Port Republic. The family will receive friends 7-8 p.m. today at the Kyger-Pence Funeral Home near McGaheysville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grottoes Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1187, Grottoes, Va. 24441. See Wife Margaret's Obit

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Wed, Apr. 13, 2022
CONNIE VIA BROWN
Connie Via Brown, 58, of Grottoes, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2022, at Sentara RMH Medical Center from a long battle of illnesses. A daughter of the late Ray and Hester Via, she was born Oct. 16, 1963, in Harrisonburg. Mrs. Brown attended Waynesboro schools, worked numerous jobs, and was a homemaker. She was a member of Wayside Baptist Church in Waynesboro. Mrs. Brown enjoyed spending time with family and friends and even more so creating fun activities for her grandchildren. Connie is survived by her husband, Randy Brown, of 43 years. She is also survived by three daughters, Jennifer Baker of Steeles Tavern, Jessica Carroll of Grottoes and Krista Craig, wife of Jeremy, of Grottoes; a sister, Darlene "Sissy" Via of Grottoes; eight grandchildren, Samantha Brown, Kayleigh Critzer, Alexandria Baker, Mckenzie Critzer, Jeremiah Mathews, Abigail Critzer, Emmalynne Craig and Hadlee Carroll and numerous nieces and nephews. Connie is preceded in death by a special aunt, Deborah Kay Morris, whom she was a caregiver for. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Johnson Funeral Service Chapel in Grottoes or at other times at 347 Point Lookout Road, Grottoes. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, at the Johnson Funeral Service Chapel in Grottoes with Pastor Levi Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Port Republic Mutual Cemetery in Port Republic. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Grottoes Rescue Squad, PO Box 1187, Grottoes, VA 24441.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Wed, Sep. 17, 2008
CURTIS ROOSEVELT VIA
Curtis Roosevelt Via, 73, of Westminster, Md., died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at the Carroll Hospital Center. Mr. Via was born Oct. 27, 1934, in Augusta County, Va., and was a son of the late William King Via and Cora Belle Harris Via. He served in the Army and trained in the Signal Corps with special training as a message handler receiving top secret clearance as a cryptography operator. He was stationed in Quarry Heights U.S. Canal Zone, Panama. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Virginia L. Via; a daughter, Mary Paul of California; a son, Martin Via of Georgia; four stepchildren, Ann Marie Brummet of Baltimore, Kathy Boone, Terry Doyle and Charles Doyle, all of Westminster; three brothers, Arnold L., Herbert H. and Chester M. Via, all of Virginia; two sisters, Shelly J. Smulsky of Virginia and Hessie I. Dailey of Ohio; 13 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. The funeral was held Sept. 12 at Fletcher Funeral Home in Westminster, Md.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, May 16, 2008
DANIEL DAVIS VIA
Daniel Davis Via, 76, of Charlottesville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 14, 2008. Born on March 9, 1932, in Crozet, he was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Davis Via Jr.; and his daughters, Delores V. Fox and Dannette D. Via. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Nancy; a sister, Louise Seale of Crozet; his daughters, Debbie Hoy and her friend, Lee Duck, of Richmond, Donna D. Via and lifetime partner, Sandra Hufford of Palmyra, Danielle D. Staton of Palmyra, Gale Chapman of Earlysville, Sheri Shifflett and her husband, Jeff, of Ruckersville, Darla Anderson and her husband, Glen, of Kents Store, Nancy Uhland of Oakton; and sons, David J. Uhland of Charlottesville and Daniel Davis Via III of Sterling. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Tonya Fox and her fianc?, Shannon Gentry, Scott Fox, Brandon Via and his wife, Jenni, Dana Hoy, Donald "Duncan"Hoy Jr., Dale Franklin and her husband, Robert, Wesley "Bubby" Martin Jr. and his fianc?, Jacqueline Payne, L.E. Garrison III and his wife, Missy, Ashley Gibson, Lee Duck Jr., Lisa Weinstein and her husband, Ray, Robert Chapman and his wife, Tina, Logan Shifflett, Shane Shifflett, Morgan Anderson, Kyle Anderson, Jasmine Palmer, Kylie Via, Kiera Via. Also surviving him are his great-grandchildren, Makayla Gentry, Travis Allen, Kiersten Allen, Scott Fox Jr., Bradley Fox, Gavin Fielding, Kelseann Garrison, Brennon Garrison, Lane Christian, Amber Martin, Camdyn Via, Braelyn Via, Makayla Chapman, Ryan Thomas, and Carlyn Weinstein. Dan retired from the City of Charlottesville Public Works and was a member of Covenant Church of God. Dan was loved by his family and a good friend to many. Those who knew and loved him knew him by "PaPa". The family would like to thank Jimmy Dodds at Pepsi Cola for staying with his wife and assisting until the Rescue Squad arrived. The family will receive friends on from 4 until 6 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2008, at Covenant Church of God on Rio Road, followed by a funeral service at 6 p.m. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday. May 17, 2008, at the Oakwood Cemetery on Cherry Avenue in Charlottesville. In lieu of flowers, the family would like contributions to be made to Dan's brother-in-laws' church, Silver City Baptist Church Building Fund, Rev. David Cooper, 25 Range Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780-2211 or the Charlottesville/ Albemarle Rescue Squad.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Oct. 24, 2001
DAVID JUNIOR VIA
David Junior Via, 78, died at his residence in Crozet on Monday, Oct. 22, 2001. He was born June 24, 1923, in Albemarle County, to the late David Via and Bessie Via Marsh. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Frances S. Via; one daughter, Sandra Conley and her husband, Gary, of Crozet; two sons, David L. Via of Round Hill and Tony A. Via of Crozet; one brother, Hollis S. Via of Crozet; a sister, Shirley Via Tyler of Charlottesville; and three grandchildren, Richard Parr, Hank Conley, and Zachary Conley. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Catherine Stricker Kearns, Martha Fitzgerald, and Faye Dance, and one brother, Aubrey Via. He was retired from Acme visible Records and was an auto mechanic, farmer and orchardist. He was a life member of the Crozet Fire Department and served in the U.S. Army in World War II. Junior Via was an active, vital man who loved life and grabbed it by the horns each day. He could not sit still for long but had to be doing something each minute. If he was not hunting or getting ready to hunt, he was thinking about hunting. It was his passion, while farming and orchards were his life. He plowed and planted every square foot of ground he could, some for profit, some just to eat. He pruned, sprayed, picked, and marketed fruit from over 100 apple trees. He also salvaged, rigged, repaired, and maintained every old piece of farm equipment and junk machinery he could get his hands on. He could buy a totally disassembled farm tractor that had lain around in a barn for a few years, cart it home in bags and boxes, and turn it into a fully functioning work-horse. If it was broke, he could fix it. He was a loving husband, proud father, devoted grandfather, and a great friend. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. this evening at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel in Crozet. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Crozet Baptist Church, with interment to follow in Rockgate Cemetery in Crozet. Dr. Roy S. Thomas III and Dr. Alan Thompson will officiate. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Crozet Fire Department, P.O. Box 373, Crozet, Va. 22932, or to the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 188, Crozet, Va. 22932. Anderson Funeral Home of Crozet is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg VA, Mon, Aug. 31, 1981
DEWEY IRA VIA SR
GROTTOES - Dewey Ira Via Sr., 75, of Rt. 1, Grottoes died Sunday morning at Rockingham Memorial Hospital, where he had been a patient two weeks. Mr. Via was born June 25, 1906 in Albemarle County and was a son of the late Daniel W. and Melinda Sipe Via. He was a carpenter for Nielson Construction Co. six years before retiring in 1971. Mr. Via lived most of his life in Grottoes and was a member of Grottoes Church of the Brethren. On Nov. 5, 1928, he married the former Elizabeth Batton, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Dewey I. Via Jr. and John P. Via, both of Grottoes; a daughter, Emma Jean Shifflett of Penn Laird; two sisters, Viola Lawson of Laurel, Md., and Agnes Lyons of Waynesboro; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Lindsey Weyers Cave Funeral Home by the Rev. E. Lee Chattin. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 7:30-8:30 p.m. today.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Wed, Oct. 9, 2013
DORIS E. BREEDEN VIA
Doris E. (Breeden) Via, 79, of Charlottesville, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2013. Doris was born on May 23, 1934, the daughter of the late Joseph and Ada McDaniel Breeden. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland M. Via; and eight sisters and brothers. She is survived by two sons, Richard A. Via and Teresa and Dwayne Via and Deborah; two daughters, Nancy Teel and John and Jo Ann Bunch and Steve; 10 grandchildren, Cheryl Madison, David Via, Jennifer Buttry, Massey and Philip Teel, Jessica Bunch, Travis Morris, Victoria Chernauskas, Brittney, and Lance Corporal Alex Via; nine great-grandchildren; and one sister, Anna Breeden. She loved gardening and canning the vegetables her garden produced. Her grandchildren and great- grandchildren were the light of her life. Her family will greatly miss the delicious meals she loved preparing for them. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, October 10, 2013, at Free Union Church of the Brethren. The family will receive friends at Teague Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 9, 2013, from 6 until 7 p.m. Pallbearers will be Sam Madison, Travis Morris, Massey and Philip Teel, Chris Madison, and Lance Corporal Alex Via. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Pkwy., Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911 www.hopva.org. We want to thank Dr. Gordon Morris, Dr. Mark Prichard and all their lovely staff for many years of excellent care. Friends may sign the quest book at teaguefuneralhome.com.

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EARL NELSON VIA
Earl Nelson Via, 66, of Route 3, Box 496, Waynesboro, died Sunday evening (Aug. 30, 1992) in Waynesboro Community Hospital. He was born Dec. 11, 1925, in Doylesville, a son of the late Archie King and Ethel Maupin Via. He was a Navy veteran having served as a signalman on the USS Sierra and a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. He retired in 1986 from Genicom and, before Genicom, had worked at Crompton Co. He was owner of Viatronie Computer Service Inc. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Archie King Via Jr. and Woodson Via. Survivors include his wife, Mae Helen Critizer Via, whom he married on Jan. 10, 1948; one daughter, Mrs. Gary (Doris) Via Floyd of Stuarts Draft; one son, Earl Michael Via of Lyndhurst; Two sisters, Louise Davis of Waynesboro, Mrs. Ruby Doughtie of Virginia Beach; one brother, Lirtie Via of Hampton; three grandsons; and a number of nieces & nephews. A service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Waynesboro chapel of Etter Funeral Home by the Rev. Durwood Cowan with burial in Augusta Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be nephews and friends attending the service. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 628, Waynesboro, Va. 22980.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Tue, Feb. 19, 2008
EDWARD RICE VIA
Edward "Eddie" Rice Via, 74, of Troy died Sunday, February 17, 2008, at his home. Born in Alexandria, Virginia on April 26, 1933, he was the son of the late David Morgan Via and Madge Lee Bruffey Via. He was also preceded in death by his son, Mark Edward Via; one sister, Verna F. Via; two brothers, Roland M. Via and Raymond S. Via. Mr. Via was retired from the automotive industry having served as Auto Parts Manager for MacGregor Motors, Medlin and Colonial Auto Parts. He was a life time member of the Brethren church with his current membership at Charlottesville Church of the Brethren. He also had served as a Boy Scout Leader in the Earlysville area for more than 10 years. He had coached Little League Baseball and Football and had a life long love of boating. He and his wife maintained a home in Deltaville for over 35 years so that he could be closer to the water. He had been an avid camper, boater and in 1988 had received his Private Pilot License. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean Conflict and was a member and former Commander of the Coast Guard Flotilla Auxillary. He is survived by his wife, Jean Stribling Via of Troy; one daughter, Pamela Lynne Via-Martinez of Falls Church, Virginia; two grandchildren, Nicole R. Martinez of Falls Church, Virginia, and Ryan Edward Martinez of Falls Church, Virginia; one sister, Grace Leola Via Baker and her husband, Robert, of Columbia, Virginia; three brothers, David M. Via Jr. and his wife, Janet, of Newville, Pennsylvania, Wayne B. Via and his wife, Dorothy, of Richlands, Virginia, John Frank Via and his wife, Brenda, of Barboursville, Virginia; sisters-in -law, Doris B. Via of Charlottesville, Virginia, Betty Via of Richmond, Virginia; close friends, Joel Sullivan and Ron Kesner; and his great - nephew, Jeff Stribling of Troy, Virginia. A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2008, at Charlottesville Church of the Brethren, 1225 East Rio Road in Charlottesville with Pastor Tom Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, February 20, 2008, at the Teague Funeral Home. The family suggests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, 1445 East Rio Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901 or the Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, VA 22903. Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Mon, Jan. 26, 1942
ELEANOR VARLINE VIA
Eleanor Varline Via, nine year old daughter of Joseph A. and Goldie Shiflett Via, died Saturday afternoon at the home of her parents at Ivy. Besides her parents, she is survived by one sister, Ann and three brothers, George, Julian and Charles Via. The funeral will be held at 3:30 o'clock this afternoon from Prize Hill Church at Boonesville. The funeral will leave the Preddy Funeral Home at 2:15 o'clock.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Mon, Apr. 4, 2006
ELIZABETH BATTON VIA
Mrs. Elizabeth Batton Via, 97, of Staunton, died at 2:00 Saturday morning, April 1, 2006, at King’s Daughters’ Health and Rehabilitation Center in Staunton. She had not enjoyed good health for the past three years. A daughter of the late Edward H. and Emma C. Marshall Batton, she was born on Sept. 17, 1908, at Mount Fair in Albemarle County, Va. Mrs. Via lived the majority of her life in the Grottoes area and was a member of the Grottoes Church of the Brethren. She had been employed by DuPlan Corp in Grottoes for three years. On Nov. 5, 1928, she married Dewey Ira Via Sr., who preceded her in death on Aug. 30, 1981. She is survived by two sons, Dewey I. Via Jr. and John P. Via, both of Grottoes, eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Matile Lawson and Emma Jean Shifflett. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 Wednesday afternoon at the Grottoes Church of the Brethren with Pastor John N. Neff, Pastor Dee Flory and Pastor Cindy Carr officiating. Burial will follow in Eastlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7:00 until 8:00 Tuesday evening at the Lindsey Weyers Cave Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grottoes Rescue Squad in her memory.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, May 13, 2002
ELIZABETH FRANCES SHIFFLETT VIANDS
Elizabeth Frances Viands, 94, of Elkton, died Saturday, May 11, 2002, at Harrisonburg Health and Rehabilitation Center, where she had lived since 1995. Mrs. Viands was born Feb. 16, 1908, in Greene County, and was the daughter of the late Jerry and Bessie Shifflett. She was employed at the Elkton Restaurant and Bond Lumber Company before retiring. She was a member of the Mormon Church and had attended Bethel United Church of Christ. Her husband, Floyd Dewey Viands, preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, Floyd Garland Viands of Shenandoah; three daughters, Gladdie Murphy, Hollywood, Fla., Lorraine McNee, Massanutten and Helen Breeden, McGaheysville; a brother, John Shifflett, Fishersville; 21 grandchildren; and a number of great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. The Rev. Thomas Madren will conduct the funeral at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Kyger & Trobaugh Funeral Home in Elkton. Burial will follow at the Elk Run Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, June 31, 2013
[Estella] ANN VIA JESSE
Ann Via Jessee, 78, of Crozet, died on Saturday, June 29, 2013, at the Hospice House in Charlottesville, Virginia. She was born on August 26, 1934, to the late Joseph and Golde Via. She was preceded in death by one son, Darrell Jessee; a sister, Colleen Via; a brother, George Via; and two grandsons, Isaiah Jessee and Parker Rose. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Clifford A. Jessee of Crozet; two daughters, Darlene Jones and her husband, Blake, of Crimora, and Dana Layne and her husband, Dave, of Crozet; one son, Dwayne Jessee and his wife, Pam, of Free Union; two brothers, Julian Via and his wife, Betty, of Crimora, and Charles Via and his wife, Joann, of Charlottesville; and a sister-in-law, Geneva Via of Woodbridge. Ann had six grandchildren; three step grandsons; and four great-grandchildren. Ann was an active member of the Waynesboro Chapter 105 of the Eastern Star and Blue Ridge Court #8 of the Amaranth. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2013, at the Anderson Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2013, at the Crozet Baptist Church with David Collyer officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest that memorial contributions be made to Crozet Fire Department, P.O. Box 696, Crozet, VA 22932, Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 188, Crozet, VA 22932, or the American Cancer Society , 3042-D Berkmar Dr., Charlottesville, VA 22901. Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Note: d/o Joseph Andrew Via and Goldie Mae Shiflett

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Jun. 12, 2008
EVELYN EMMA VIA
Evelyn Emma Via, 97, of Charlottesville died Wednesday, June 11, 2008, at a local health care facility. Born in Blackwells Hollow, Virginia, on March 11, 1911, she was the daughter of the Samuel and Mary Garrison and was the wife of the late Henry A. Via. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Jimmie Garrison, Carl Garrison, Johnnie Garrison, Steward Garrison; her twin brothers, Earl Garrison and Earnest Garrison; her sisters, Eva Via, Myrtie Garrison, Lula Via, Ruby Coleman. Mrs. Via is survived by her brother, Morgan Garrison of Crozet; and by her devoted sister, Christine Ward of Charlottesville; and many nieces and nephews. A graveside funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, June 13, 2008, at Mount Moriah Cemetery. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to Linda Leake, 533 Wolftown Hood Road, Hood, VA 22723. Friends may sign a guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Tue, Jul. 3, 1951
GEORGE WALTER VIA
STANARDSVILLE, July 3. -- George Walter Via, Greene County merchant and farmer, died Saturday afternoon at his home near Ruckersville, following a heart attack. He was a native of Missouri, son of the late Robert and Fannie Naylor Via and was 72 years of age. Besides his wife the former Hester Deane, he is survived by one brother, Robert Omar Via of Arlington and a sister, Mrs. John Via of White Hall. The funeral was held at 1 o'clock yesterday afternoon from the residence, the service being conducted by the Rev M. L. Ragland. Burial followed in Ruckersville Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers: Archie Via, Ellis Durrer, Archie Deane, Robert Giddon, Deward Via and Harold Estes.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Jan. 13, 2000
GERTRUDE FRANCES VIA
Gertrude Frances Via, 92, of Free Union, died Jan. 12, 2000, at a local hospital. She was born July 21, 1907, in Albemarle County, daughter of the late Rev. Jacob Wood and Carrie Crenshaw Via, and was the wife of the late Nathaniel Logan Via. Mrs. Via was a member of Free Union Church of the Brethren. She is survived by two daughters, Dorothy "Dot" Marsh of Charlottesville and Ann Risden-Heberling and her husband, Greg, of Illinois; four sons, Nathaniel Via Jr. of Charlottesville, Ralph Via and his wife, Pearl, of Panama City, Fla., John Via and his wife, Patricia, of Charlottesville, and James "Jimmy" Via and his wife Linda, of Wooster, Ohio; two sisters, Barbara Via of Charlottesville and Willie Jones of Earlysville; 15 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Free Union Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Pat Mellott officiating. Interment will follow in Wesley Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at Teague Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Free Union Church of the Brethren, P. O. Box 1, Free Union, Va. 22940. Teague Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Dec. 2, 1965
GOLDIE MAE SHIFFLETT VIA
Crozet – Mrs. Goldie Mae Via, 61, died here yesterday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. A. Jessee. The former Goldie Mae Shifflett, she was born Oct. 4, 1904 in Albemarle County, a daughter of the late George and Maude Shifflett. In addition to her daughter, she is survived by her husband, Joseph A. Via, three sons, George Via of Woodbridge, Julian Via of Grottoes and Charles Via of Charlottesville; and eight grandchildren. The funeral will be held at 3 p. m. Saturday at Prize Hill Church of Boonesville, with burial in the church cemetery. The Hill and Irving Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

The Pennlive.com and in The Patriot-News on Jan. 1, 2017
HENRY S. VIA

Henry S. Via, 86, of Duncannon, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2016, at the Kinkora Pythian Home in Duncannon. Born June 3, 1930, in Harriston, Virginia, he was a son of the late Thomas and Eliza (Shifflett) Via. Henry started working with the Reading Railroad, at a young age, and eventually retired from Conrail, as a Brakeman, in 1992 after 47 years of service. For many years, he was a member of the United Transportation Union. While he enjoyed golf, and attending the sporting events in which his grandchildren participated, nothing gave Henry more satisfaction in his life than being on his farm - from caring for his goats to growing the perfect fruit trees. He was a member of the Hummelstown American Legion Post #265, the Middletown Moose Lodge #410, and the Knights of Pythias. Henry was particularly proud of his 50-plus year membership in AAA. He was attending Otterbein United Methodist Church, Duncannon. Henry is survived by his son, Richard L. Via, of Jonestown, and, daughters, Brenda Via of Grantville, Susan M. Clark of Oceanview, DE, Tammie S. Correll, and her husband, Thomas, of Harrisburg, and, Rebecca A. Via, and her husband, Dave Nuckles, of Alexandria, VA. He is also survived by his brother, Clyde Via of Harrisburg; 10 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda C. Via, in 2006; his son, Henry S. "Butchy" Via, Jr., in 1957, and daughter, Joyce Ann Risser in 2007, as well as a brother, George Grimm and sister, Sadie Lerch. His Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday January 3, 2017, at the Ronald C.L. Smith Funeral Home, 325 N. High Street, Duncannon, with Rev. Don Littleton, officiating. Interment will follow in Spring Creek Cemetery, Hershey. Friends may call on Tuesday, prior to the service, from 12 Noon to 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, Henry would have appreciated memorial contributions being made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Central PA, 2405 Park Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110 as an enduring legacy to the memory of his son. Those wishing to share memories, or condolences, with the family are invited to visit RonSmithFuneralHome.com.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Aug. 27, 2003
HERBERT MARSHALL VIA
Herbert Marshall Via, 85, of Harriston, died Monday, Aug. 25, 2003, at his home. Mr. Via was born May 10, 1918, in Rockingham County, and was the son of the late Oscar and Attor Elizabeth Wood Via. He attended Mount Bethel United Methodist Church and was a carpenter. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in France and Germany. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and lived in Orlando, Fla., and Anchorage, Alaska, for several years. Survivors include a sister, Eilar Via Humphries of Grottoes, and a number of nieces and nephews. The Rev. Lawrence Frye will conduct a graveside service 2 p.m. Thursday at the Edgewood Cemetery near Mount Meridian. Arrangements are by Kyger-Pence Funeral Service in McGaheysville.

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HERMAN LEE VIA

Herman Lee Via, 78, of Waynesboro passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at Shenandoah Nursing Home. Born October 19, 1936 in Augusta County, he was the son of the late Elzy and Gladys (Marshall) Via. On December 2, 1955 he married the love of his life, Helen (Estes) Via. The two shared a blessed union of 59 years together. Herman was a member of Crimora United Methodist Church. He was previously employed by W. D. Via where he worked as a supervisor. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant brother, Brownie Via. In addition to his wife, survivors include his children, Garry Via and husband, Ric Cook of Williamsburg and Larry Via and wife, Nancy of Waynesboro; grandchildren, Ashley Fendt and husband, Karl and Emily Via; great-grandchildren, Ryland and Elyse Fendt; brothers, William "Billy" Via, Wayne Via and Buddy Via; sisters, Louise Brown, Lois Randall and Judy McDorman; special friend, Dustin Staton; his dogs, Sassy and Little Bear; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at Crimora United Methodist Church with Rev. Gayle Thornberry. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church and other times at the home of her son, Larry Via in Waynesboro. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Crimora United Methodist Church, 1691 New-Hope Crimora Road, VA 24431. Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com Note: Birth record has middle name as Levi

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sep. 8, 2006
HOLLIS STEVEN VIA
Hollis Steven Via, 78, of Crozet, died at his residence on Thursday, September 7, 2006. He was born on June 15, 1928, the son of the late David Thomas Via and Bessie Lillian Via. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Harding Via; three sisters, Catherine Stricker Kearns, Martha Fitzgerald, Faye Bellomy Dance; and three brothers, Aubrey Via, David Junior Via, Melvin Via. He is survived by three sons, Stephan Alan Via and his wife, Brenda, of Scottsville, Danny Wayne Via and his wife, Peggy, of Barboursville. Tracy Lee Via and his wife, Sandy, of Greenwood; one sister, Shirley Tyler of Charlottesville; half sister, Janet Wiseman of Roanoke; five grandchildren, Arron Stephan Via and his wife, Kristie, Tim Joel Via, Carlin Ashley Via and her husband, David Dorrier, Kendall Lisette Via, Clifton Alan Via; two great-grandchildren, Bryson Arron Via and Morgan Shane Dorrier. Hollis retired after 30 years from Acme Visible Records, a life time member of Crozet Fire Department, a member of the United States Army and a member of the Crozet Baptist Church. Family would like to give a special thanks to the Hospice of the Piedmont and suggest that memorial contributions be made to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, VA 22903. The family will receive friends at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, September 8, 2006. A funeral service will be at held at the Crozet Baptist Church at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 9, 2006, with the Rev. David Collyer officiating. Interment will follow in the Rockgate Cemetery. Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The Patriot-News, Harrisburg, PA, Mon, Feb. 5, 1996
JAMES D. VIA
ELIZABETHTOWN James D. Via , 30, of 1491-R Old Hershey Road, died Friday in Hershey Medical Center after being struck by an automobile in Conewago Twp. Surviving are his mother, Ruth G. Via , with whom he lived; three brothers, Eric D. of Elizabethtown, Gary C. of Marietta and Rance L. of Shamokin; and a sister, Lisa A. of Washington, D.C. Memorial services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Middletown. Inurnment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There will be no viewing or visitation. Cremation Society of Pennsylvania is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Second Mile, 355 N. 21st St., Camp Hill 17011.

The Lebanon Daily News, Lebanon, PA, Fri, Feb. 3, 1976
JEFFREY LYNN VIA
VIA-of R. D. 1. Palmyra on Feb. 7, 1976. Jeffrey Lynn son of John W. and the late Margaret nee Shifflett Via aged 15 years. Funeral on Wednesday morning at 10:30 p. m. From Rothermel Funeral Home, S. Railroad 8. Pine Sts., Palmyra with Rev, Melvin E. Patrick officiating. Interment at Gravel Hill Cemetery. Relatives and Friends are Invited. No viewing.

The Lebanon Daily News, Lebanon, PA, Mon, Feb. 9, 1976
JEFFREY LYNN VIA
Jeffrey Lynn Via, l5, Palmyra RD 1, was found dead in the woods in North Londonderry Township, north of Palmyra Saturday morning. According to Dr. Robert M. Kline, death was sell-inflicted. Via had been missing from his home for more than a week. A ninth grade student at Palmyra Middle School, he was a son of John W. Via and the late Margaret Shifflett Via, who died in 1972. Surviving in addition to his father are; five sisters, Barbara, wife of Loren Worman, Hale, Mo., Betty and Wanda Via, both at home, Carol, wife of Joseph Whary, Palmyra RD 1. and Mrs. Christine Burdge, Lebanon, four brothers, John W. Jr., Hershey. and Richard S., Kenneth, and Steven, all at home, and a paternal grandmother. Mrs. Minnie Via. Palmyra RD 1.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Fri, Feb. 10, 2012
JESSIE CLIFTON VIA
Jessie Clifton Via, 67, of Houston, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012, at his home. He was born in Grottoes on March 3, 1944, and was a son of the late Dennis and Malissa (Herring) Via. Jessie was a retired glazier. He is survived by two daughters, Denita Eppard and husband, Chris, of Elkton and Devin Fulton and husband, Donnie, of Grottoes; a son, Darrell Via and wife, Liane, of Crimora; two sisters, Sandy Via Morris of Staunton and Lillie Via Gates of Dover, Del.; and two brothers, Harold “Jack” Via of Grottoes and David Stover of Aberdeen, Md. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Kaitlyn Eppard, Tayler Eppard, Addison Fulton and Parker Fulton; special family and friends Melvin Via and wife Patricia of Grottoes and Kenny and Patty of Houston. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Don Andrews. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012, at the Johnson Funeral Service in Grottoes. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shenandoah Valley Autism Partnership, 4181 Brown Roan Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, or to the Charity of your Choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.johnsonfs.com.

JOHN VIA

21 Feb 1923 - 17 Mar 1993
John Via, 70, of Grantville RD 2 died Wednesday in Hershey Medical Center. He was a farmer; an Army veteran of World War II; and a member of Pennsylvania Farmers Association, Shellsville VFW Post 9639, Jonestown American Legion Post 883 and Grantville Fire Company. Surviving are his wife, Lucy C. Grubb Via; a son Ronald J. of Grantville; two brothers, Robert of Palmyra and Paul of Harrisburg; two sisters, Lyle Garner of Hummelstown and Kathleen Yingst of Grantville; and two grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Buse Funeral Home, Shellsville. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Viewing will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hershey Seventh Day Adventist Church, 610 W. Chocolate Ave., Hershey 17033.

The Patriot-News, Harrisburg, PA, Sat, Oct. 29, 1987
JOHN W. VIA
John W. Via, 67, of North Londonderry Twp. RD 1, died Wednesday in the Leader Nursing Home, Harrisburg. He was the widower of Margaret Shifflett Via, and was a retired truck driver for the Bethlehem Steel Millard Quarry. Surviving are four sons, John W. Jr., Richard, Kenneth and Steven, all of Palmyra; five daughters, Barbara Worman of Hale, Mo., Carol Whary of Annville, Betty and Wanda Via and Christine Burdge, all of Palmyra; a brother, Artemus of Palmyra; a sister, Melinda ... [rest of obit missing]

The Penn Live, Jun. 12, 2003
JOSEPH H. VIA
Joseph H. Via, 80, of Carlson Road, Hummelstown, died Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at the Hershey Medical Center. Born December 30, 1922 in Manada Hill, he was the son of the late Henry C. and Laura Cathern Meadows Via. He was retired from and was a member of the Carpenter's Union Local 287, Harrisburg. He was a U.S. Army Prisoner of War during World War II; was a member of the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor, Inc.; the Quan; Disabled American Veterans #50 of Camp Hill and was a life member of Shellsville V.F.W. #9639; the American Ex-Prisoners of War and the Harrisburg Ex-Prisoners of War. Surviving are his wife, Susan C. Gingrich Via; daughters, Brenda S., wife of Donald Rabuck of Middletown, Sandra J., wife of Edward Rehrer of Harrisburg; a son, Joseph H. Via II and his wife, Beverly Black Via of Mount Wolf; a sister, Emma Speirs of Rockledge, Florida; a brother, Howard D. Via of Harrisburg; 8 grandchildren; 1 step-granddaughter; 11 great-grandchildren; 5 step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Cecil Via, Leon Via and Charles Via; sisters, Nellie Zimmerman, Peggy Boyer and Mary Anderson; a granddaughter, Julie Rabuck and by a step-grandson, Edward Rehrer, Jr. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2003, at Buse Funeral Home, 2 East Main Street, Hummelstown. Burial, with military honors, will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Viewing will be held from 9-10 a.m., Saturday, at the funeral home.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Aug. 7, 2005
JUANITA PARRISH VIA
Juanita Harding Parrish Via went to be with her lord on Aug. 5, 2005. Juanita was born Sept. 22, 1922, in Nortonsville. She was the daughter of the late Louis Cranston Parrish Sr. and Mamie Wood Parrish. She was also preceded in death by her husband, George Milton Via Sr., whom she married on June 2, 1946, upon his return from serving in World War II.; and their two daughters, Margaret Elaine Via, and Mamie Ellen Via Johnson; and her brother, Kermit Wood Parrish. She is survived by one son, George Milton Via, Jr.; and a daughter, Marjorie Via Hocutt Shifflett, both of Earlysville; three grandchildren, Kevin Wayne Hocutt and his wife, Tracy, of Free Union, Angela Leigh Shifflett Rogers and her husband, David, of Esmont, and their children Tristen Zane Rogers and Haleigh Danielle Rogers, James Wallace Shifflett II and his girl-friend, Ellen Ashton Fagan, of Earlysville; Jamie's son James Andrew "Drew" Shifflett; and E. A.'s daughter, Madison Lee Fagan; one sister, Frances Parrish Gibson of Earlysville; two brothers, Louis Cranston Parrish Jr. and his wife,Mae, of Brightwood, and Rev. Eugene Jackson Parrish and his wife, Glory, of Charlottesville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Juanita was an active member of Free Union Church of the Brethren, where she taught Sunday School, participated in education for shared ministry, was chairman of the Women's Fellowship, and was the first woman deacon for the congregation. She was also a great supporter of her home church Bingham's United Methodist Church, in Dyke. Juanita spent many hours in Jones' Barber Shop with Milton and gained many friends there. Many thanks to our church family for their support through her illness. A special thanks to Dr. Bruce Campbell and staff and to Melissa McCauley Spears and Tamara Shifflett as her loving caregivers. A celebration of her life will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, 2005, at Free Union Church of the Brethren with the Revs. Pat and Dorothy Mellott officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 this evening, at the Teague Funeral Home. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Free Union Church of the Brethren Building Fund, c/o Jeanne Maupin, Post Office Box 213, Free Union, VA 22940. Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Sep. 17, 2002
JULIA KATHLEEN RAYNES VIA
Julia "Kathleen" Raynes Via, 74, of Baltimore, Md., and formerly of Port Republic, died Sunday, Sept. 15, 2002, at Manicure Ruxton Nursing Home in Towson, Md. Mrs. Via was born Feb. 28, 1928, in Port Republic, and was a daughter of the late James and Julia Shifflett Raynes. She graduated from Port Republic High School and was a homemaker. She lived her early life in Port Republic and had lived in Baltimore, Md. since 1950. In May 1947, she married Herbert H. Via of Grottoes, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, Larry Via, Randy Via, and Ricky Via, all of Baltimore, Md.; a daughter, Donna Gross of Hampstead, Md.; two sisters, Edith Brown of Lancaster, Pa., and Betty Smith of Grottoes; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Rosa Lee Weaver will conduct a graveside service 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Port Republic Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 this evening at the Lindsey Weyers Cave Funeral Home.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Sun, Jan 7, 2018
JULIAN IRA VIA

Julian Ira Via, 89, of Grottoes, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, at Sentara RMH Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was born July 5, 1928, in Albemarle County to the late Joseph and Goldie Shifflett Via. Julian is preceded in death by one brother, George Via; two sisters, Callene Via and Ann Jessee; brother-in-law, Clifford Jessee; and grandson, Adam Hester. Julian worked at the shipyard in Baltimore for several years before moving back to the Valley, where he retired after 32 years as maintenance supervisor from Reynolds Metal Co. in Grottoes. He was a member of Mount Bethel United Methodist Church and a longtime member of the Woodmen of the World. He was a lover of everything outdoors — farming, gardening and hunting. He was daddy, dad, pawpaw, brother, uncle and friend to all who met him. Julian is survived by his one love, Betty G. Via; daughter, Teresa Hester and her husband, Colin, of Grottoes; son, Jason Via of Grottoes; grandson, Daniel Hester and partner, Holly Moyer, of Harrisonburg; granddaughters, Hannah, Abigail and Amelia Via of Grottoes; brother, Charles Via and his wife, Joanne, of Charlottesville; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted at Mount Bethel United Methodist Church on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Cam Carte officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with a reception immediately after at the Woodman of the World Hall in Grottoes. The family will receive friends at Johnson Funeral Service in Grottoes from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018. The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Sentara RMH Medical Center for taking such good care of Julian. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Mount Bethel United Methodist Church, 148 Rock Mountain Lane, Crimora, VA 24431. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.johnsonfs.com.

KATHLEEN VIA YINGST
Kathleen Via Yingst, 90, a mother, grandmother and great grandmother died Sunday, September 18, 2011 at the Jewish Home in Harrisburg, PA. She was active and engaged in many pursuits during her life. She was a member of the Hershey Seventh Day Adventist Church. Her firstborn son, Harold Glen, preceded her passing at the age of 2. For Kathleen, family was a focal point of her life and she made sure that everyone knew it. She was born February 13, 1921 in Grottoes, Virginia. Her children and their spouses survive her: Pamela and Darrell Griffin, of Massachusetts, Bryan and Julie Yingst of Pennsylvania and Robert A. and Bambi Yingst of Wisconsin. A memorial service will be held at the Hershey Seventh Day Adventist Church, 610 West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 4pm. Family and friends are invited for visitation from 3 PM until time of the service. Private burial will take place in Grantville Cemetery. Kathleen spent life loving her husband, Whitey who died June, 1980. She is the last survivor of the children of Robert H. Via and Mary Elizabeth Via, and was a giver in every sense of the word. Many of those who felt the touch of Kathleen in their last days are a silent tribute to her love. Sisters, Anna, Buelah, Blanch, Lyle and brothers, Chris, Frank, Johnnie, Paul, Charlie and Robert all felt the Kathleen touch in their lives. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren include: D. Adam and Lisa Ruesch-Griffin, Maximillian and Theodore; Bryan Kelly Yingst and step-daughters, Carrie Cadavid and Stephanie Miller, Eliana and Colin; Stacy and Wayne Whitacre, Courtney, Julia, Daniel and Lauren; Wendy and Scott Eavenson, Amanda, Cory and Sedona; Brady and Jill Yingst, Harper and Rowan; Erin K. Yingst, Morgan and Wyatt; Jeremy and Amanda Yingst, Marshall and Madeline; R. Aileen and Ross Nova-Yingst, Joshua and Rebecca; Avery Griffin and fiancée Shelley Dexter. Doing justice, loving mercy and walking humbly with her God is what she did for her children and all of her family. Rothermel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 25 West Pine Street, Palmyra, PA 17078 has been entrusted with the arrangements.

The Winchester Star, Winchester, Va., Aug. 6, 2003
KENNETH EARL VIA
Kenneth Earl Via, 81, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died Sunday, Aug. 3, 2003, at the home of his granddaughter. Mr. Via was born May 1, 1922, in New Castle, Pa., the son of James H. and Nellie Symons Via. He was a welder with ACI Recycling Corp. and had worked for Bethlehem Steel Corp. in Baltimore. He was a member of Prize Hill Church in Albemarle County. His wife, Mildred B. Via, is deceased. Surviving are two daughters, Sandra M. Hands and Robin Jean Fleegle, both of Berkeley Springs; a son, Carroll Dave Via of Stephens City; his fiance, Virginia Warfel; two stepdaughters, Shirley Andrzyewski and Jane Cunningham; a brother, Donald E. Via of Baltimore; 14 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Prize Hill Church. Burial will be in Prize Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Teague Funeral Home, Charlottesville. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Panhandle, 122 Waverly Court Martinsburg, W.Va. 25401. Helsley-Johnson Funeral Home, Berkeley Springs, is handling local arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Oct. 14, 2012
LAVERT A. VIA
Lavert A. Via (nee Morris) died on Thursday, October 11, 2012. She was a retired employee of 42 years to Glenn L. Martin Company, member of Rosie the Riveter Association, Martin Lockheed Aviation Museum, Union member of Martin Lockheed Aviation, AARP, the RAMS Organization and enjoyed her hobbies of yard work, bingo, playing slots and bus tours. She is the beloved daughter of the late Willie F. Via and Mabel A. Via (nee Morris); devoted sister of Willie B. Via of Richmond, Virginia, Margaret Nicholson of Richmond, Virginia, Mabel "Mae" A. Via of Charlottesville, Virginia, and the late Mary Lentz, Frances Wood, Veluvian Via and Emmett Via; loving sister-in-law of the late Jesse "Nick" Nicholson, Viola Via and Elmer Lentz; also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Miller-Dippel Funeral Home, Inc., 6415 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206 from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday, October 14, 2012, where a funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, October 15, 2012. Interment will be held at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Free Union, VA 22940, 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 16, 2012. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wesley Chapel Cemetery Association, c/o Marjorie M. Paul, Treasurer, 849 Woodlands Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901. www.miller-dippelfuneralhome.com. Note: Lavert was a Via not a nee Morris

Unknown newspaper
LEONARD E. VIA
GROTTOES, Feb. 28 --- Funeral services for Leo Ellis Via, 30, of Grottoes, who was killed in an auto accident near here Saturday afternoon, will be conducted Wednesday at two p. m. in Mt. Horeb Presbyterian Church, by the Rev. Robert L. Tressler and the Rev. Ruffner Lowman Jr. Interment will be in Edgewood Cemetery. The body will rest in Lindsey Funeral Home, Harrisonburg, until 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, when it will be removed to the church. Relatives will meet at the home in Grottoes for a brief service at 1:30 p.m. Friends and pallbearers will gather at the church at 1:45.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Dec. 27, 2001
LOUISE ASHBY LEACHMAN VIA
Louise Ashby Leachman Via, 97, of Bridgewater, died on Monday, Dec. 24, 2001, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital, Harrisonburg. She had been a resident of Bridgewater Retirement Community since Aug. 11, 1989. She was born Dec. 13, 1904, in Charlottesville, and was a daughter of the late Thomas Richards Leachman and Alice Ashby Leachman. Mrs. Via worked at M.C. Hill Funeral Home and at Hawkins Funeral Home in Charlottesville. She was a member of Oakleigh Christian Fellowship in Greenwood. She was united in marriage on Feb. 25, 1926, to Harold A. Via Sr., who preceded her in death on July 16, 1955. She is survived by one son Harold A. Via Jr. of Free Union; one daughter Miss Constance Ashby Via of Harrisonburg; one brother, Thomas R. Leachman of Lynchburg; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be conducted at Oakwood Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. today with Robert French officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to the Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, P.O. Box 908, Bellmawr, N.J. 08099-9900. Johnson Funeral Service, Bridgewater, is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Dec. 27, 1976
LUCY VIRGINIA VIA
Miss Lucy Virginia Via, 75, of 708 Monticello Avenue, died Monday, December 27, in a Charlottesville Hospital. She was born in Free Union, daughter of the late B. A. and Mary Eliza (Molly) Elliott Via. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Marion E. Ballard of Charlottesville. She retired in 1966 after teaching in Albemarle County schools for 45 years. She was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church of Free Union. Service will be at 2:00 p. m. Wednesday at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church with interment in the church cemetery. Family suggests contributions may be made to Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, Free Union. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p. m. Tuesday at Hill & Irving Funeral Home.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sat, Jul. 26, 1958
MRS. JAMES R. VIA
Mrs. James R. Via, nee Nancy Frances Walton, 89, died last night at her home at Doylesville. She was born in Albemarle County, daughter of the late Henry E. and Mary Jones Walton. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Mary Susan Howdyshell of Crozet, Mrs. Louise E. Zigler of Richmond, and Mrs. Nellie Frances Coleman of Mt. Victoria, Md.; three sons, Henry E. Via of Crozet, Leonard D. Via of Doylesville, and Burl T. Via of Waynesboro; a sister, Mrs. Vertie Saul of Crozet; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. tomorrow at Mt. Moriah Methodist Church at White Hall, with burial in the church cemetery.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sep. 9, 1966
MRS. WILLIAM M. VIA
BOONESVILLE - Mrs. Lucy Ann Via, 88, of Boonesville, widow of William Moses Via, died today at her home. She was born Jan 15, 1878, in Albemarle County, a daughter of the late Charles P. and Sarah Ann Walton Shiflett. Surviving are three sons, James H. Via of Baltimore, Md., Joseph A. Via of Crozet and Carl M. Via of Boonesville; four daughters, Mrs. Thelma Wood and Mrs. Florence Gibson of Boonesville, Mrs. Mabel Shiflett, of Crozet and Mrs. Mary Walton of Baltimore, Md.; and 24 grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Prize Hill Church with burial in the church cemetery. Preddy-Teague Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Dec. 15, 2001
NELLIE SHIFLETT WOOD VIA
Nellie Wood Via, 84, of Charlottesville, died Friday, Dec. 14, 2001 in a local nursing home. Born Feb. 26, 1917, in Boonesville, she was the daughter of the late Z and Addie Shifflett. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, James E. Wood and her second husband, Joseph Via. Survivors include her daughters, Jean W. O'Brien of Fork Union, Frances W. Staton and husband Earl C. of Richmond, and Glenna W. Shifflett and husband Frank L. of Stanardsville; two sisters, Ruby Walton of Westminster, Md., and Violet Hedgebeth of Charlottesville; five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday at Holly Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. Sidney Craig officiating. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Those who wish to may make contributions to Alzheimer's Association, Charlottesville/ Piedmont Chpt. P.O. Box 4634 Charlottesville, Va. 22902 or to a charity of choice. Hill & Wood Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Sat, Feb. 16, 2013
MARGARET ANN MORRIS VIA
Margaret Ann Via, 85, of Grottoes, passed away Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, at Life Care Center of New Market. Margaret was born in Grottoes on March 28, 1927, and was a daughter of the late Steuart and Rossie (Via) Morris. On June 15, 1947, she was united in marriage to Curtis Allen “Buck” Via Sr., who preceded her in death on Dec. 29, 1992. Margaret is survived by two daughters, Shirley M. Allen and Joyce A. Via of Grottoes; two sons, Melvin F. Via and wife, Pat, of Grottoes, and Curtis A. Via and wife, Pam, of Broadway; two sisters, Thelma Cash of Harrisonburg and Jennette Lam of Port Republic; a brother, Burnette Morris and wife, Rose, of Culpeper. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by a sister, Lorrine Evans, and three brothers, Melvin, Daniel, and Joseph Morris. A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013 at Johnson Funeral Service in Grottoes, with Pastor James Kite officiating. Burial will follow at Port Republic Mutual Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, at the funeral home in Grottoes. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grottoes Fire Department, PO Box 67, Grottoes, VA 24441. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.johnsonfs.com.

The Patriot News, PA, Sat, Dec. 14, 2013
MARTHA M. VIA KLINGER
Martha M. Klinger Via, 69, of Piketown, died Wednesday, December 11, 2013, at Pinnacle Health Community Campus. Mrs. Klinger was born in Conewago Twp., Pa., and was the daughter of the late Hezekiah and Della Via. She was retired from Verdelli Farms, where she was a packer. She was the widow of Lawrence L. Klinger, Sr. Mrs. Klinger is survived by two Sons, Lawrence L. (Michelle) Klinger, Jr. of Piketown and Edmond F. (MaryLou) Klinger of Shermansdale; six Grandchildren; eight Great-Grandchildren; three Sisters, Josephine Dove of Campbelltown, Rachael Ream of Texas and Pauline K. Via of Duncannon. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2013, at 11 A.M., at the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., 6011 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg. Burial will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Harrisburg. A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 10-11 A.M., at the funeral home, prior to the service. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Hoover Funeral Home, to assist with funeral expenses. Online Condolences may be left at www.hooverfuneralhome.com . www.pennlive.com/obits

MARY SHIFFLETT VIA

Mary Shifflett Via ,79, originally from Albemarle County, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the home of her daughter and son-in-law on April 15,2020. She was born July 16,1940 in Charlottesville Virginia to the late Albert and Bessie Shifflett . She joins her husband, of 59 years, William Via in heaven after only a few short weeks from his passing. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Sonia Grant and her son-in-law, Chris Grant; grandson, Christopher Grant and his fiancée, Macaleigh Richardson; a sister, Doris (Robert) Gibson; brother, Freddy(Sandra) Shifflett and brother, Danny (Marion) Shifflett and a host of nieces and nephews. She also joins in heaven many brothers and sisters and their spouses whom she dearly missed. She spent her final years at the home of her daughter's family per her wishes and will be greatly missed as she had become part of their daily lives. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Riverside Hospice and Bay Aging for helping them take such good care of "Mary Lucy" so that she could remain at home with her family. In light of the restrictions imposed by the Coronavirus, a celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date when it is safe for friends and family to gather and comfort each other from the loss of a great couple. Cremation Society of Virginia-Newport News assisted the family with arrangements.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Tue, Oct. 26, 2021
MELVIN FRANKLIN VIA
Melvin Franklin Via, 72, of Grottoes, passed peacefully in his sleep on Oct. 25, 2021. He had not enjoyed good health for the past three years. He was born Oct. 6, 1949, in his grandmother's home in Grottoes to the late Curtis and Margaret Morris Via. He is survived by two sisters, Shirley Allen and Joyce Via and brother, Curtis "Bowdy" Via. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Jerry. Melvin spent many years as a bricklayer before working at Flint Group in Weyers Cave, Va., from which he retired. He was quick to point out a house or building he helped build and tell a story about it. He enjoyed metal detecting for Civil War relics, listening to bluegrass music, and camping with his family. He never met a stranger. Melvin was a kind and generous man. He is survived by his beloved and dedicated wife of 52 years, Patricia Sheehan Via; son, Chuck Via and girlfriend, Chasta Hines; and daughter, Lisa Ott. He was a proud grandpa to Dylan Aitcheson and wife, Amelia, Luke Via and girlfriend, Olivia Swope, Jeremy "Jay" Ott and fiancée, Ashlee VanArsdale, Burke Via, and Hannah Via and her son, Kellen, whom he affectionately called "Spud." The family would like to extend a thank you to the Sentara Hospice for helping over the past two months with special thanks to Melvin's nurses, Jillian and Jessica, and aide Jamie, they were truly a blessing. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at Johnson Funeral Service in Grottoes. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, at Port Republic Cemetery with Pastor Guy Hudson officiating.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Sat. Mar. 29, 2008
RAYMOND M. VIA
Raymond M. Via, 85, of Dayton, died Thursday, March 27, 2008, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg. He had been in failing heath for the past 2½ years. Mr. Via was born Jan. 12, 1923, in Free Union, and was the son of the late Benjamin and Angie Ward Via. He was a retired lineman at Shenandoah Valley Co-op in Dayton, where he had worked for 30 years before retiring in 1985. He attended Home Church. On Oct. 10, 1991, he married Sylvia Jean Reedy, who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Stephen Raymond Via of Dayton; a sister, Irene Bell of Richmond, and a number of nieces and nephews. Bobby Sylvia and Stephen Jayne will conduct the funeral 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Johnson Funeral Service in Bridgewater. Burial will follow at Woodbine Cemetery in Harrisonburg. The family will receive friends from 7-8 this evening at the funeral home.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, Oct. 29, 1982
RAYMOND S. VIA
Raymond S. Via Sr., 52, of 3718 Moody Ave., Richmond, died Tuesday. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Betty J. Via; a daughter, Mrs. Patricia C. Clay of Richmond; three sons, Raymond S. Via Jr. of Wilmington, Del., Donald E. Via and James G. Via, both of Richmond; two sisters, Miss Verna F. Via of Arlington and Mrs. Grace L. Baker of Cumberland; five brothers, David M. Via Jr. of Harrisonburg, Pa., Roland Via of Free Union, Wayne B. Via of Richmond, Edward R. Via and John F. Via, both of Earlysville; three grandsons, Donald E. Via Jr., Andrew D. Via and Brian C. Clay. Mr. Via was a retired Lieutenant with the Richmond Fire Bureau, president of the Richmond Firefighters Assoc. and Virginia Assoc. of Professional Firefighters. Remains rest at the Huguenot Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Road, Midlothian, where services were conducted 11 a. m. today with interment in Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield, Va.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Jul. 19, 2007
REBA HAYES VIA
Reba Hayes Via, 88, of Free Union, died Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at a local hospital. Born in Augusta County, Virginia, on April 6, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Wallace and Bessie Painter Hayes. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Veluvian "Buck" A. Via; her son, Dale Via; her sisters, Violet Brooks, Virginia R. Davis, and June Hayes; her brothers, David Hayes and James Hayes; and her nephews, Bud Marks and Nathan Hayes. She was retired from Sperry Marine and was a faithful member of Wesley United Methodist Church and Free Union Church of the Brethren. Reba loved her family and found great comfort in reading the Bible and prayer. She is survived by her three daughters, Newassa and Scott Gentry of Eastham, Velma and Danny Brinkley of Palmyra, and Cathy Sullivan of Earlysville and Joel Sullivan Jr. of Elkton; 10 grandchildren, Matt, Jeremy, Megan, Joshua, Lindsey, Cody, Lauren, Marlana, Scott, and Michelle; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Mildred and Herbert Lotts of Lyndhurst; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, July 20, 2007, at Wesley United Methodist Church of Free Union, with the Reverend Pat Mellot officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Thursday, July 19, 2007, at the Teague Funeral Home. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 188, Crozet, VA 22932.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Feb. 27, 1956
REV. JACOB WOOD VIA
The Rev. Jacob Wood Via, 77, of Earlysville, died yesterday at the Martha Jefferson Hospital following a brief illness. He was born June 29, 1878, in Free Union, son of the late Rice and Fannie Wood Via, and was a retired Brethren Minister, farmer and lumberman. He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Carrie Crenshaw; six daughters, Mrs. Gilbert Baugher and Mrs. Gertrude Via, of Free Union, Mrs. Guy Patterson and Mrs. T. Earl Via, of Charlottesville, and Mrs. Russell Allen and Mrs. Vernon Jones, of Earlysville; two sisters, Mrs. Paul Sanger, of Free Union, and Mrs. Conway Owens of Nokesville; five brothers, John A. Via and David M. Via, of Earlysville, Dan R. Via, of Newport News, Ben F. Via, of Free Union and Samuel Via, of Alexandria; 24 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p. m. Tuesday from the Free Union Church of the Brethren, with burial in the church cemetery. The Rev. Minor C. Miller, of Bridgewater, will officiate, assisted by the pastor, the Rev. Charles Simmons. The remains will lie in state at the church from 1:30 to 2:30 p. m.

The Potomac News, Tue, Dec. 8, 2005
RODNEY D. VIA
Rodney "Rod" D. Via, age 76, of Haymarket died Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2005, at Prince William Hospital, Manassas. Mr. Via was born Dec. 11, 1928, in Alexandria, son of the late Douglas and Lillian Worley Via. He was a member of Manassas Assembly of God, Bristow, where he served as a Sunday School teacher for 15 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served in World War II. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Lee Sykes; and one granddaughter, April Borror. Survivors include his loving wife of 31 years, Nadine "Dee" Via; four children, Brenda Borror, Leanne Mills, Cheryl Via and Terry; two sisters, Cheré Via and Reneé Nunez; one brother, Roland Via; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at Price Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at Manassas Assembly of God, 11500 New Life Way, Bristow, with Pastor Scott Leib and Pastor Tom Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Stonewall Memory Gardens, Manassas. Condolences may be sent to www.pricefh.com. Sign the guestbook at www.PotomacNews.com. or www.ManassasJM.com.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Jun. 17, 2007
ROLAND MAURICE VIA
Roland Maurice Via, 79, of Charlottesville, died Friday, June 15, 2007, at his home. Born February 2, 1928, in Alexander, Virginia, he was the son of the late David Morgan and Madge Bruffey Via. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Verna F. Via, and a brother, Raymond Via. Mr. Via retired from Conagra and was a veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Doris Emmagene Breeden Via; two daughters, Nancy V. Teel and her husband, John, and Jo Ann Bunch and her husband, Steve; two sons, Richard Allen Via and his wife, Teresa, and Dwayne Via and his wife, Debbie; 11 grandchildren, one of whom, Jennifer Buttry, they raised; 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Grace Baker and her husband, Bobby; and four brothers, David M. Via and his wife, Jan, Eddie Via and his wife, Jean, Wayne Via and his wife, Dorothy, and Frank Via and his wife, Brenda. Funeral services will be conducted 3 p.m. Monday, June 18, 2007, at Free Union Church of the Brethren, with the Reverend Pat Mellott officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2007, at the Teague Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, VA 22903. The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Andrew R. Lockman, Bonita Toms, and the Crossroads Family Practice for their care and support.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Feb. 13, 2022
RUBY MAE VIA
Ruby Mae Via, born September 7, 1942, in Albemarle county passed in her sleep on the morning of Thursday, February 10, 2022 at her home in Schuyler, Va. The world has a heavy heart today. An Angel spread her wings and ascended to Heaven to be with the family and friends that preceded her in death. Rosa J. Herring (grandmother), Beulah Herring, (mother), Allen Via (father), Cheryl Sipe (daughter), Freddy Sipe (son), Brandy Snow (granddaughter), Daisy Via (sister). She is survived by her lifelong partner, Otha Thomas Evans of Schuyler, Va. A special man that cared for her as best as anyone could possibly do right up until she took her last breath for almost a half and century by her side, she never wanted for anything. Most know him as Johnny Evans. She is also survived by Linwood Anthony Via (son) and DeeDee McKinney (daughter-in-law) Raymond Eugene Sipe (son), Jonathan Edward Sipe (son) Joe Via (brother), Florence Via (stepsister), Claude Herring (brother) and other family and friends Ricky Evans, Steve Evans, Kimberly Evans McDonald, Mick McDonald Tommy Evans, Lori Evans, Dave and Debra Wheeler, Greg King, Katie Sipe, Trentin Musselman, David Hager Aryan and Michael Owens, Crystal Garrison, Jesse and Freddy Smith, Brandon Graves and Samantha Graves, Lacy Viar, Linwood Via Jr., Melissa Via, Randall Via, Jason Via, Mary Mussleman, Jesse Mussleman, David, The Banton Family, Mac and Else Clements, Tammy and William Ricem Josie Rice, Richard Evan's, David Mussleman, Paula Pearce, Mike and Silas Deluca, Matt, Tony Napier, Edith Allen and Family The Napier Family The Wyant's, The Herring's, The Evan's, The Via's, the Craig family, The Sandridge and The Randolf's, The Booths' and 23 grand and great-grandchildren as well as many other family and friends whose lives she touched. A graveside service will be at Alberene Cemetery at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 with Pastor Jon Cranie officiating. Family night is Sunday, February 13, 2022 from 6 until 7 p.m. at Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel in Lovingston. Family and friends may sign her virtual guestbook at www.WellsSheffield.com. Arrangements by Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel, Lovingston (434-263-4097).

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Sat, Nov. 12, 2005
RUFUS LEE VIA
Rufus Lee Via, 88, of Sterling, died Friday, Oct. 28, 2005, at the home of his daughter in Ashburn. Mr. Via was born Oct. 19, 1917, in Sugar Hollow, Albemarle County, and was a son of the late William King (Shake) Via and Cora Belle (Harris) Via. He was a veteran of World War II and participated in the invasion of Omaha Beach, Normandy, France in 1944. He was employed at Costco Wholesale of Sterling at the time of his recent illness and death. He enjoyed bowling and fishing and participated in many fishing tournaments. In 1946, he married Phyllis Taylor. In 1956, he married Kitty Marie Williams of Grottoes, who preceded him in death in 1996. Survivors include three children, Robert K. Via of Altamonte Spring, Fla., Ellen Marie Via McLean of Ashburn and Timothy Earl Via of Winter Park, Fla.; four brothers, Arnold L. Via and Herbert H. Via of Harriston, Curtis R. Via of Westminster, Md., and Chester M. Via of Midlothian; three sisters, Alice Via Garrison of Baltimore, Md., Shelley Via Smulsky of Waynesboro and Hessie Via Dailey of Mount Vernon, Ohio; five granddaughters and a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held Sunday, Oct. 30, at the Loudoun Funeral Chapel in Leesburg.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Tue, Jan. 12, 2004
RUTH E. VIA
Ruth E. Via, 73, of Waynesboro died Thursday, January 8, 2004. She was the widow of Gordon Via and was born February 22, 1930 in Rockingham Co., Va. She is survived by two daughters Joann Morris of Stanardsville and Nancy Shifflett of Charlottesville; four sisters Virgie Roach and Geraldine Shifflet both of Stanardsville, Esther Lee of Charlottesville and Anne Fitzgerald of Waynesboro; one brother Dewey Morris of Stanardsville; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild and two special friends Sue Morris and Cathy Davis. At Mrs. Via's request, there will be no formal services and her body has been donated to science. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the AMC Hospice of the Shenandoah, P.O. Box 2315, Fishersville, VA. 22939 or to the Waynesboro First Aid Crew, P.O. Box 1427, Waynesboro, VA. 22980. Arrangements by Reynolds Funeral Service of Waynesboro

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Oct. 25, 2001
SHEILA VIA
Sheila Via, 94, of Charlottesville, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001, at her home. Born Aug. 21, 1907, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Sallie Estes. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy J. Via Sr., and two sons, Roy J. Via Jr. and Paul R. Via. She belonged to Belmont Baptist Church. Survivors include her grandson, Roy Via, and her daughter-in-law, Florence Worley-Via. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Belmont Baptist Church, with Rev. Gary Dalton officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. this evening at Hill & Wood Funeral Home. The family would like to thank all the caretakers that have tended her over the years.

The Harrisburg Patriot-News, Harrisburg, PA
SUSAN CARRIE GINGRICH VIA
Susan Carrie Via, 76, Hummelstown, died Friday, February 4, 2005. Born October 2, 1928 in Palmyra, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Mary E. (Hoffer) Gingrich. She was a former employee of the Mansion House, Middletown; a member of the Shellsville VFW #9639 Ladies Auxiliary; the Camp Hill Disabled American Veterans #50 Auxiliary; a life member of the American Ex-Prisoners of War and the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor. She was the widow of Joseph H. Via, who died June 10, 2003 and was also preceded in death by brothers, Warren, Samuel, Paul and Roy Gingrich; sisters, Pauline Geist and Catherine King; granddaughter, Julie Rabuck and step-grandson, Edward Rehrer, Jr. Surviving are daughters, Brenda S., wife of Donald Rabuck of Middletown and Sandra J., wife of Edward Rehrer of Harrisburg; a son, Joseph H. Via II, and his wife, Beverly Black Via of Mount Wolf; a sister, Elizabeth Bracale of Hershey; 8 grandchildren; 1 step-grandchild; 11 great-grandchildren and 5 step-great-grandchildren. Funeral Thursday, February 10, 2005 at Buse Funeral Home, Hummelstown. Burial Friday, February 11, 2005, in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Mon, Apr. 9, 2007
TONY C. VIA
Tony C. Via, 58, of Grottoes, passed away at his home with his family by his side Saturday morning, April 7, 2007, after a long battle with cancer. He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and great- grandfather. He was born on Sept. 1, 1948, and was a son of Violet R. and Dewey I. Via Jr. of Grottoes, who survive. On Aug. 20, 1968, he married Judy Ann Henderson, who died Dec. 15, 2004. He was retired from Reynolds Metals in Grottoes and was a member of the Harriston United Methodist Church. Besides his parents, he is survived by one daughter, Angela R.V. Thomas and husband, Edward, and one son, Roderick "Rodney" Via Sr., all of Grottoes; and one brother, Michael I. Via and wife, Kathy. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Danielle V. Butler and husband, Dustin, Brandie Via, Roderick C. "Ricky" Via Jr., Andrew and Hannah Thomas; one great-granddaughter, Serenity Butler; and a cherished friend, Monica M. McAvoy. A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2007, at Johnson Funeral Service, Grottoes, with Chaplain Paul O’Gorek and Pastor Dr. Cam Carte officiating. Burial will follow in the Port Republic Mutual Cemetery in Port Republic. The family will receive friends Wednesday April 11, 2007, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to RMH Hospice, 235 Cantrell Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22801. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at www.johnsonfs.com

VELMA VIA BRINKLEY
The Hill and Wood Funeral Home
(March 10, 1951 - November 12, 2011)
Velma Via Brinkley, daughter of the late Veluvian A. & Reba H. Via, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2011. She was the granddaughter of the late Samuel W. & Bessie P. Hayes & W.F. & Mabel M. Via. Also preceding her in death are her brother, Dale A. Via and his wife Judy, along with her parents-in-law, Malcolm and Mary Brinkley. Survivors include her husband of 31 years, Danny Brinkley, a son, Joshua Neil, daughter, Lindsey Nicole, sisters, Newassa Gentry & husband Scott, and Cathy V. Sullivan, and Joel W. Sullivan, Jr., a sister-in-law, Doris B. Garland & husband Jessie, and Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews, and special friends, and neighbors, Marge Heflin and Kim Gleason. Velma was an employee of Ovenaire for 20 years and was currently employed at Albemarle County. Funeral services will be 11 AM Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Free Union Wesley United Methodist Church with the Pastor Alan Acree officiating. Interment will follow in the churchyard. The family will receive friends from 6-7PM Tuesday at Hill & Wood Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1445 East Rio Rd, Charlottesville, 22901.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, May 29, 1946
WALTER EDWARD VIA
The funeral of Walter Edward Via, north side farmer, who died Saturday night at his home at Doylesville, following an extended illness was held at 2 o’clock yesterday afternoon from Mt. Moriah Church, at White Hall. The service was conducted by the Rev. C. W. Tinsman, of Waynesboro, and interment followed in the church yard. Pallbearers were Forrest George, Charlie O’Brien and Burrell, Earl, Ernest, Robert and Vincinet Via. Honorary pallbearers indicated J. H. Via, T. O. Carr, and E. J. Lewis and Charles Sandridge. Mrs. Via was a native of Albemarle, son of James R. and Nancy Walton Via, and was 51 years of age. He married Miss Kate Maupin.

WILLIAM VIA

William Via ,84, originally from Grottoes Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the home of his daughter and son-in-law on February 25th 2020. He was born March 5, 1935 in Grottoes Virginia to the late William T. Via and the late Edna Wyant. He leaves behind his wife, of 59 years, Mary Shifflett Via; his daughter, Sonia Grant and her husband, Chris Grant and his only grandchild, Christopher Grant. He is also survived by his only sister, Betty Via and a host of nieces and nephews. He was the best Dad to his loving daughter and was the proudest PawPaw of his boy Christopher. He was a veteran of the US Navy and rarely went anywhere without wearing one of his many navy hats with pride. He worked at ConAgra frozen foods in Crozet, Virginia for over 40 years and made many friends during his time there. The family would like to thank Riverside Walter Reed Hospice for their loving care of such a great man. Cremation Society of Virginia-Newport News assisted the family with their arrangements.

Unknown newspaper, Apr. 7, 1968
WILLIAM KING VIA
WAYNESBORO - The funeral for William King Via, 75, of Harriston will be conducted 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Etter Funeral Home here by the Rev. Ralph Hines. Burial will be in Edgewood Cemetery at Grottoes. Pallbearers will be Robert Morris, Allen Marshall, Harry, Charlie and George Shifflett, Edward Batten, Harry Humphries and Robert Breeden. The family will receive friends 7-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Mr. Via died Sunday afternoon at Rockingham Memorial Hospital where he had been a patient a month. He was born March 31, 1893 in Albemarle County and was a son of William Alexander and Mildred A. Sandridge Via. Mr. Via was employed at Crompton-Shenandoah Co. here 15 years before his retirement in March 1961. He was a member of Waynesboro Church of God. His wife, Mrs. Cora Harris Via, survives. Also surviving are eight sons, Rufus L. Via of Annadale, James W. Via of Kansas City, Mo., Clarence W. Via of Tacoma, Wash., Arnold L. Via with the U.S. Navy aboard the S.S. American Clipper, Herbert H. and Curtis R. Via, both of Baltimore, Md., Lorenders W. Via of Crimora and Chester M. Via with the U.S. Army in Saigon, Vietnam; three daughters, Mrs. Malcom Garrison of Baltimore, Miss Shelley J. Via of Waynesboro and Mrs. Richard Hines of White Hall; two brothers, Marvin Via of Hershey, Pa. and Floyd Via of Barboursville; a sister, Mrs. Melvin Garrison of Palmyra, Pa., 27 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Jan. 11, 2015
WILLIE BEEZAL VIA

Willie "Billy" Beezal Via, 89, of Richmond, joined his wife in heaven on Friday, January 9, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola Fern Davis Via; siblings, Mary Lentz (Elmer), Frances Wood , Lavert Via, Margaret Nicholson (Nick), Emmett Via and Vuluvian Via (Reba). He was a devoted husband for 65 years, with two loving daughters, Loretta Via Bishop and her husband, Michael, and Lisa Via Baker and her husband, Steven; four grandchildren, Michael Porter, Renee, Grace-Anna and Daniel Chaney; one sister, Mabel "Mae" Via; and numerous nieces and nephews. Billy served his country in the U.S. Army as a Paratrooper and was engaged at the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. He retired from C & O Railroad Company after 42 years of dedicated service. Billy was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. A special thank you to the staff of the Virginia Veterans Care Center in Salem, Va. for their compassion and assistance this past year and a half. His family will receive friends 3 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, January 12, 2015, at Bliley's Chippenham-6900 Hull Street Rd. A funeral ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday with visiting starting at 11 a.m. at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, Free Union, Va. Interment will follow in the church yard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local animal shelter or Wesley Chapel Cemetery Association, c/o: Mrs. Marjorie M. Paul, 849 Woodland Rd., Charlottesville, VA 22901.

YVONNE ANN VIA
The Mountain View Funeral Home
After a long battle with breast cancer Yvonne Via died Sept. 7, 2010, at home with family and the support of Hospice. Yvonne was born in Plymouth, England, U.K. to Clarence and Gwendoline Via. She graduated from Clover Park H.S.1962, attended Yakima Jr. College and C.W.S.C. She worked for Boeing Co. in Auburn and Renton and was one of Boeing’s first female plant managers opening what was the new Fredrickson Plant in Pierce County. She retired in 1999 after 30 years with the company. During her life she enjoyed playing women’s softball, following the Mariners, various woodworking projects, trying her luck at various casinos and traveling in her RV with partner Barbara and many friends. She really enjoyed her trips back to England to spend time with family. She volunteered for the Special Olympics and participated in the Komen and Avon 3-Day Walk for Breast Cancer. She was always there for family and friends. Yvonne was a kind, loving and generous woman who lived every day to the fullest. She always remembered everyone’s birthday, even the youngest of great nieces and nephews. Her family will always hold a special place in their hearts for the loving care she received from Barbara, her devoted partner of 32 years, her niece Karen Hadley and Hospice Nurse Matt. Yvonne is survived by her partner Barbara Pinney, sister Violet Boe, sister Elaine Bouscher and husband John, brother Eugene Via and partner Valarie Bailie, niece Karen Hadley, husband Mark and daughter Quinna, nephew Ron Boe and partner Lori Kennedy , Brett Boe and wife Nan, niece Holly Gorski and husband Corey, nephew Charlie Via, Kenneth Via and wife Buffy, niece Stephanie Bouscher, Carolyn Rich and husband Jeff . Graveside Services will be at: Mountain View Cemetery – Lakewood, WA. Saturday, September 18, 2010 @ 2:30 pm. A Celebration of Yvonne’s Life will be held following at: King Oscar, 8820 South Hosmer, Tacoma,@ 3:00pm

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