All Tributes - Fredericksburg & Stafford, VA

Gertrude Barber Raines, 101, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Mary Washington Hospital surrounded by family.  Gertrude was born on May 5, 1922, to Charles and Carrie Barber, who lived in the Stafford Store area, which is now the western part of Marine Corps Base, Quantico. Gertrude married William L. “Billy” Raines in 1946. Both were lifelong residents of Stafford County and members of Ramoth Baptist Church. Gertrude was a very loving and caring...

Larry Lee Stabler, 85, passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Larry lived in King George County for 49 years and was an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia.  Born on February 26, 1938 to parents Oscar and Geneva (Barnett) Stabler, Larry was raised in Tuscola, Illinois alongside his ten cherished siblings with whom he shared deep, lifelong bonds. Eager for adventures beyond Tuscola, Larry joined the Marine Corps in 1957,...

David Anthony “Tony” Forbes, 65, of Fredericksburg passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at home with his wife, Tecola, by his side. He fought a long battle with cancer and renal failure.  David retired from Hilldrup companies in October 2019 as an exemplary installer. He loved his family, friends, and co-workers. He was a very likable guy who didn't meet any strangers. He will be missed by all. 

Cherry “Doris” Bell Gump passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. She was surrounded with love and care from special friends and family. She was a kindhearted, generous soul who loved to serve others. Doris was born on April 8, 1934 in Wampee, South Carolina.  She graduated from Winthrop College with a degree in Secretarial skills and worked for South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.  She married James Howard Gump and raised two children, Clint and...

Celia Payne, 88, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023. Celia was a life-long resident of Fredericksburg. She was described by many as “the sweetest & kindest person ever known.” Celia is survived by her son, Chuck Payne (Robin) of Richmond; daughter Carla Elkin (Paul) of Richmond; nine grandchildren, Matthew Elkin (Annie), Stuart Elkin (Laurene), Ashton Diehl (Pete), Julia Lipe, Chip Payne (Leah), Neil Payne (Krystal), Jack Elkin, Gina Elkin, and Leah Elkin; eight...

Larry Lee Puckett, 88, of Stafford, Virginia passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Berea Health and Rehab in Fredericksburg, VA. Larry owned and operated his own coal truck for Black Diamond Coal Company in Buchanan County, VA, until 1971. He relocated to Stafford, VA, in 1971. Larry acquired a crane operator position for Puckett Brothers Construction Company. Later, he was self-employed erecting metal buildings until his retirement. Larry loved westerns, especially those with John...

Natalie Carole Suter Davis arrived at the next chapter of her life on Saturday, December 2, 2023 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Natalie was born in Harrisonburg, Virginia to Richard Liskey Suter and Idah Noreen Payne Suter. She grew up with brothers Richard P. Suter (Mary) and Perry H. Suter (Kathy). Natalie went on to attend five colleges/universities while her Marine husband was transferred to several duty stations. While working full-time and raising a family, she...

Robert Emmett "Bill" Smith, Jr., 65, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Robert was a graduate of Spotsylvania High School and a longtime resident of Fredericksburg. He dedicated his time to working in the building industry before moving to Texas and then Florida. Robert is survived by his three children, Jessica Smith Leach of Fredericksburg, Justin Smith (Danielle) of Greenville, SC, and Amanda Smith Simmons (Clayton) of Fredericksburg; grandchildren, Madison and Aidan...

Aaron Robert Daniel passed away suddenly on Friday, December 1, 2023 at the young age of 31. He was born on October 1, 1992 at Bethesda Naval Hospital. While we mourn the loss of Aaron, we also celebrate his extraordinary life and the love he shared with everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. From his earliest years, Aaron displayed an extraordinary capacity for compassion and empathy. He possessed a heart that overflowed with warmth and kindness, a quality that touched the lives...

We are heartbroken to have to share... On the evening of Friday, December 1, 2023, we lost our beloved Brandi Stafford, 41, when she passed away unexpectedly. Our family is devastated to have lost a devoted and loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend, and so much more. Brandi filled so many shoes!! She leaves behind her husband, James Stafford; and four children, Benjamin, Matthew, Alex, and Emily. A service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at Covenant Funeral...