All Tributes - Fredericksburg & Stafford, VA

Barrie Bliss Locke, 93, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. Born on August 23, 1929 in Cleveland, Ohio, Barrie was the only son of Gordon C. and Ione Bliss Locke. After his mother’s death, his father married Marguerite Pappano in 1933, who raised Barrie as if he was her own. In 1977, Barrie married Miriam Glover in Washington D.C. That was the beginning of the rest of his life… filled with love and adventure. Barrie graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1953 and served...

Frederick Morris “Freddie” Whittaker, Sr., 96, of Fredericksburg passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg after a 5-year struggle with Alzheimer’s. He was previously a resident of Ferry Farm Subdivision until 2018. He was a member of Canaan’s Faith Church of God, Fredericksburg, VA. He was born on September 18, 1926 to the late George Dewey and Mable Lumpkin Whittaker.  He was raised on their small family farm in Port...

Dr. Padma Raghavan, 70, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was the eldest daughter of her parents, N.S. Vijayaraghavachar and Ranganayaki V. Char. Throughout her life, Padma was known for her vivacious and outspoken personality. She was the embodiment of resilience and strength, always bringing love and joy to those around her in spite of the obstacles that she encountered in her life. Her primary hobbies throughout...

Nancy Louise Crawford, 81, of Stafford passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Mary Washington Hospital. Nancy loved being with her family, traveling with friends, and working in her flower gardens. Survivors include her husband of over 59 years, Larry Lynn Crawford; children Kimberly Lynne English and Kevin Lawrence Crawford; grandchildren Erika Ashleigh English and Corey Wayne English; great-grandchild Khloe Katherine Jackson; and brother Ernest Donald Barbry (Susan). She was...

Sgt. Wilbert Arvil Henderson, USAF, Ret., 89, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Sgt. Henderson, a member of Falmouth Baptist Church, was a Vietnam veteran. He is survived by his wife, Constance; son Timothy (Jill); grandchildren Scott (Amanda) and Mary Sebera (Justin); five great-grandchildren; brother Delbert Henderson (Marilyn); and good friend and caregiver, Joyce Abel. He was preceded in death by his parents; twin sisters; and a brother. A service will be held at 11 a.m. on...

Allen Salo, 86, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Paramount Assisted Living in Fredericksburg, Virginia. He was born on October 23, 1936 in Swan River, Minnesota. Allen graduated from Grand Rapids High School in 1954. In March 1956, he received his Associates of Art degree from Itasca Junior College. Allen was in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1958 as a Navy Cadet in the Flight Program and sailed on the USS Saratoga. In June of 1965, Allen graduated from the University...

Manfred Joachim Hinz, 88, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, passed away on January 28, 2023, after a lengthy illness. Manfred was born on November 26, 1934, to Paul and Erika (nee Hoppe) Hinz in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.  World War II led the family to move back to the homeplace of Paul and Erika in the Posen region of what was then Prussia, now Poland.  After the family returned to Gelsenkirchen at war’s end, Manfred attended technical school for masonry and building trades, and...

Barbara L. Burgess, 84, of Fredericksburg passed away peacefully on Friday, January 27, 2023, surrounded by family.  She was a devoted member of First Christian Church.  Barbara is survived by her eight children, Vincent Dodd (Norma), Terry Perry, Jesse Dodd, Dean Dodd, Dennis Dodd, Linda Moore (Mark), Judy Walters (Tommie), and Sherri Dickinson (Ronald); 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her two sisters, Phyllis...

Ruby A. Jerman, 80, of Stafford County passed away on Friday, January 27, 2023 at Stafford Hospital. Ruby loved her dog “Chemo,” flowers, and bird watching. She also had a passion for taking care of others and will be greatly missed by many. Survivors include her children, Joan Walker, Lynn Bozzell, Mary Walker, and twins Jennifer and Janet Walker; grandchildren Tommy, Brian, Wesly, Kaila, Curtis, Molly, Brittany, Maranda, Taaliyah, Tony, Aaron, Jasmine, and Bryson; several...

We are saddened to announce the passing of Harry Cannon, 72, of Richmond, VA on Friday, January 27, 2023, at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, VA after a short illness. He was born February 22, 1950, in Effingham, SC to Willie "Bud" Cannon and Ila Cannon. Harry was outgoing and full of life. He enjoyed fishing, building, and outdoor activities that involved him working with his hands, but most important were the precious moments shared with his son,...