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COMMUNITY iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2015 A WWW.NEWSLEADER.COM lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll PAGE 4, SECTION A Obituaries About this service: Obituaries are placed by family and friends in memory of their loved ones. For rates and deadlines, contact our Information Center at (540) 213-0622 or email obitsnewsleader.com 'sawn Irvin W. Kestner Jr. WAYNESBORO Irvin Wiley Kestner 62, of Waynesboro, died Sunday, April 26, 2015, at his residence. He was born Jan.

12, 1953, in Waynesboro, son of Wiley E. and Annie Gertrude Bailey Kestner. He was a driver for Waste Management. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers, Ernest and Robert Kestner. He is survived by his daughters, Christy Burcin (Tracy) of Fishersville and Jeannie Skelton (Joseph) of Waynesboro; three grandchildren, Garrett, Cole and Ethan; former wife and mother of his children, Connie Moyer; sisters, Lilly Gibson of Charlottesville and Peggy Shaver (Mickey) of Waynesboro; brother, Joseph Kestner of Waynesboro; and nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2015, at Augusta Memorial Park. There will be no formal receiving of friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1920-H Medical Harrisonburg, VA 22801. McDow Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Condolences may be shared at www.mcdowfuneral homeinc.com. Richard T. Coffey STUARTS DRAFT Richard Thomas Coffey, 86, of 135 Dodge St. died unexpectedly at 9:15 p.m. Monday, April 27, 2015, at his residence.

He was born in Nelson County on Aug. 25, 1928, the son of the late Forest and Eva Campbell Coffey. He was a member of the Stuarts Draft Baptist Church and was president of both Coffey Trucking and Top Line Trucking. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Houston Coffey; and a sister, Louise Campbell. Survivors include his loving wife, Barbara Coffey; three sons, Michael Scott Coffey and wife, Kim, of Love, Delmas Coffey and wife, Betsy, of Fishersville and Ronald Coffey of Lynchburg; six daughters, Jackie Duff of Staunton, Wanda Marks and husband, Chris, of Stuarts Draft, Hilda Fisher of Waynesboro, Nancy Baker and husband, Don, of Waynesboro, Linda Raines and husband, Wayne, of Crozet, Dianne Simmons of Waynesboro; two sisters, Ruby Coffey of Lyndhurst and Madeline Hewitt of Waynesboro; grandchildren, Ricky Daw, Whitney Haynes, Kelsi Coffey, Cheyenne Coffey, Levi Coffey and Gabby Marks; as well as many other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2015, at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes with Pastor Billy Coffey and the Rev. Dr. Will Kopp officiating. Burial will follow in Augusta Memorial Park.

Active pallbearers will be Jerry Bryant, Larry Bryant, Roxie Liptrap, Matt Welcher, Jim Grant, Randall Almarode, Petie Eavers and Trent Showalter. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren and friends attending the service. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2015, at the funeral home. Family and friends are invited to share a memory, send condolences and sign the guest book by visiting www.

reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com. John A. Clear STAUNTON John Austin Clear, 73, husband of Bonnie Lou (Head) Clear of 121 Triple Ridge Drive, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at the Hospice House in Fishersville. Mr. Clear was born Feb.

26, 1942, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Joseph and Thora (Hagloff Clear. John was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Broadway. Mr. Clear was retired as an office agent with the Smithsonian Institute, he enjoyed researching on computers, playing the piano and boating. In addition to his parents, Mr.

Clear was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Sams and Mary Clear; six brothers, Robert, Joseph, Herman, James, David and William Clear. Surviving in addition to his wife of six years, is a daughter, Debra Krebs and her husband, Todd, of Manassas; a stepson, Mark L. Hedrick of Elkton; a stepdaughter, Tanya Shea of Timberville; three sisters, Karen Greiner of New Brighton, Pennsylvania, and Lula Pittman of Maugansville, Maryland, and Ida Mae Bird of Lakeland, Florida; and five grandchildren. A memorial service will be at a later date. It is suggested those desiring make memorial contributions to Augusta Health Foundation Hospice of the Shenandoah, PO.

Box 1000, Fishersville VA 22939. Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton is in charge of his arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.coffman funeralhome.net. Mary T. Halterman MONTEREY Mary Grace (Terry) Halterman, 79, of Monterey, went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 27, 2015, at the home of her daughter in Elkton.

She was born March 14, 1936, in Highland County, a daughter of the late George Everette and Ester Elizabeth (McLaughlin) Terry. Mrs. Halterman was preceded in death by two brothers, James Otis and Everett Junior Terry. On Sept. 26, 1964, she married Elmer Eugene Halterman, who survives.

Additional surviving family members include her daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and C. Dale Shifflett II of Elkton; her sister, Carolyn Rexrode and husband, Charles; and her brother, Berlie Terry, all of Mustoe. Services for Mrs. Halterman will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wesley Chapel Cemetery, co Yvonne Wimer, 457 Mill Gap Road, Monterey, VA 24465 or Elkton Rescue Squad, PO.

Box 152, Elkton, VA 22827. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at obaughfuneralhome.com. Charlotte W. Long STAUNTON Charlotte Geraldine "Jerry" (Warren) Long, 79, wife of Pastor Donald Lee Long of 400 Peach passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at her residence. Mrs.

Long was born Aug. 28, 1935, in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late Ernest Freeman and Jessie Jeanette (Taylor) Warren. "Jerry" was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, the Juliana Gordon Hayes Mission Circle and was known by all as the "Nursery Nanny." She was a 1954 graduate of Thomas Dale High School, and in 1972, she received the Certificate of Service award from the Children's Home Society for her foster care of more than 20 children. Mrs. Long was a lifetime member of the United Methodist Women, she assisted with the church's meals program, she enjoyed bird watching, flower gardening, puzzles, reading, spending time at the beach and the York River.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Long was preceded in death by a son, Jack Long; and a sister, Patricia Ellis. Surviving in addition to her husband of 58 years, are seven sons, Tony L. Long and wife, Sandy, of Elkton, Russell Long and wife, Stacy, of Waynesboro, Andrew B. Long and wife, Melody, of Staunton, Donald L.

Long Jr. of Front Royal, Richard L. Long and wife, Tiffany, of West Virginia, Matthew Long and wife, LaTayna, of Waynesboro and R. Michael Long and wife, Mary, of Staunton; nine daughters, Pamela L. Bennett of Verona, Sandra M.

Kempton and husband, Chris, of Stuarts Draft, Mickie Toman of Stuarts Draft, Katherine Renee Rhea of Gloucester, Gwynne S. Bradbury and Sarah M. Long, both of Newport News, N. Kim Murphy and husband, Tommy, of Kentucky, Amy Elizabeth Long of Staunton and Maria G. Long of Roanoke; two brothers, Forest Taylor Warren of Florida and Robert Jackson Warren of Richmond; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive.

A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2015, at Christ United Methodist Church by the Revs. Sarah D. Locke and Dave Rochford. The family will receive friends following the service.

Burial will be private in McKinley United Methodist Church Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Juliana Gordon Hayes Mission Circle and the Thursday Meal's program, including the delivery persons. It is suggested those desiring make memorial contributions to the Christ United Methodist Church, 1512 Churchville Staunton VA 24401. Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive Staunton is in charge of her arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.coffmanfuneral home.net.

Thomas E. Twisdale STUARTS DRAFT Thomas Everette Twisdale, 17, of Stuarts Draft, died Tuesday, April 28, 2015. He was born Aug. 9, 1997, in Fishersville, son of Bobbie Twisdale II and Joy Zinsmeister Twisdale. Thomas loved and was loved by his family.

His sense of humor and smile, that could light up a room, made all who knew him, love him; friends were everything to him and he loved making them laugh. He loved music and writing poetry, was creative and artistic. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Louise Zinsmeister. Surviving are his parents, Joy Twisdale and Bobbie Twisdale; sister, Katherine Twisdale and fiance, Jacob Atkins; brother, Benjamin Twisdale; paternal grandparents, Bobbie and Peggy Twisdale; aunts, Tia Howell (Clark), Lisa Petterson (Jason), and Geri Foote (Neal); and uncles, Fred Zinsmeister (Robin) and Milton Twisdale (Kim). A memorial service will be at 4 p.m.

Friday, May 1, 2015, at Sherlynd Baptist Church by Pastor Allen George. The family will receive friends at the church following the memorial service. McDow Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.mcdowf uneralhomeinc. com.

Thank you I would like to give a big attaboy to the Staunton and Augusta County fire departments for the great job they did on the night of Feb. 27. My barbershop is located on West Beverley Street, beside a business that was destroyed by a fire. Why my shop was not destroyed by the fire is because of the quick response of the local fire units and their professionalism and, of course, God was looking out for our community barbershop. Thanks.

Kevin Armstrong, Armstrong's Barbershop STAUNTON Events calendar Lee Highway, Verona, 414-8634, FRIDAY Book signing: p.m., with Jane E. Smith, formerly of Staunton. Allen Chapel AME Church, 936 Sudbury Staunton. 885-2521, 886-1642. Bye Bye Birdie: 7:30 p.m.

Presented by Waynesboro Players. Inspired by the phenomenon of Elvis Presley, the exuberant rock 'n roll musical comedy is set in the swinging 60s when teen idol superstar Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the Army and his manager and secretary cook up a plan to send him off in style on The Ed Sullivan Show. $16 for adults, $8 for students. Waynesboro High School, 1200 Main Waynesboro, www.waynesbo-roplayers.org. Choir concert: 7:30 p.m., The Bridgewater College Chorale and Concert Choir will perform.

Admission: Free. Bridgewater College, 402 E. College Bridgewater. 828-5780. Social Knit Night: 3-6 p.m.

Knitters are invited to socialize and work on projects. Mariah Amine Couture, 112 S. Wayne Waynesboro. computer basics, basic Internet skills, introduction to Microsoft Word and introduction to Microsoft Excel. Register: 942-6746.

Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. Happy Notes: 10 a.m. Interdenominational singing group whose purpose is to keep old hymns alive. Rehearsals each Thursday.

Verona United Methodist Church, 406 Lee Highway, Verona. 886-6840, 885-1166. Happy Tales: 1 p.m. Literacy event hosted by Stacey Irvin, trainermanager of Positive Paws K-9 Training in Waynesboro. Pairs emergent readers with therapy dogs.

Walk-ins welcome. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. 942-6746. Knit 2gether: 6 p.m., Knitting and socializing.

Augusta County Library, 1759 Jefferson Highway, Fishersville. 885-3961, www.augustacountylibra-ry.org. MasterMinds: 4 p.m. For children in grades K-5. Provides fun, hands-on lessons and experiments in science, technology, engineering, art and math.

Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. 942-6746. Mother Goose time: 9:30 a.m., Stories and activ ities for babies ages 2 and younger and their caregivers. Staunton Public Library, 1 Churchville Staunton.

332-3902. Mother Goose time: 9:30 a.m. Songs, finger-plays, books, movements and nursery rhymes for children ages 2 and younger and their caregivers. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro.

942-6746. Senior activities: Red Hat Day. 9:45 a.m., Exercise with the Grace Christian Grandparents Day program; 11:30 a.m., April birthday celebration; 12:15 p.m., prize bingo or local shopping Staunton Senior Center, 300 Churchville Staunton. Story time: 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Books, stories, songs, puppets, flannel-board activities and crafts for children ages 2 through 5 accompanied by an adult.

Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. 942-6746. Team trivia: 1-4 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Heritage on Main, 309 Main St, Waynesboro. Valley Harmony chorus rehearsal: p.m. A chapter of Harmony an all-female barbershop chorus. Accepting new members for all vocal parts. No formal vocal training or experience necessary.

Verona United Methodist Church, 406 THURSDAY A Little Cool Stuff: 3:45 p.m., For children in Pre-K through first grade with an adult. Staunton Public Library, 1 Churchville Staunton. 332-3902. Bye Bye Birdie: 7:30 p.m. Presented by Waynesboro Players.

Inspired by the phenomenon of Elvis Presley, the exuberant rock 'n roll musical comedy is set in the swinging 60s when teen idol superstar Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the Army and his manager and secretary cook up a plan to send him off in style on The Ed Sullivan Show. $16 for adults, $8 for students. Waynesboro High School, 1200 Main Waynesboro, www.waynesbo-roplayers.org. Community Emergency Response Training: p.m. Federal Emergency Management Agency curriculum designed to help people prepare during emergencies when emergency personnel are overwhelmed and not able to respond immediately.

For people who live or work in Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro. Free. All materials provided. Registration required. Blue Ridge Community College, 1 College Lane, Weyers Cave.

453-2215, www.brcc.edu. Computer class: 10 a.m., Classes rotate between LOCAL EDITOR: WILLIAM RAMSEY, WRAMSEYNEWSLEADER.COM, 540.213.9182 HENRY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION CENTER Point 6 you will be given the opportunity for a spiritually significant ceremony even if you do not have a church Stop by our funeral home to request your copy of our new written guarantee. 1030 West Beverley Street, Staunton, VA 540.885.7211 www.henryfuneralhome.net like us on facebook.comHenryFuneral.