OBITUARIES
Our beloved dad, Corky Corcoran, aged 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Corky was born on June 26, 1931, in Downers Grove, Chicago, Illinois, to Evelyn Poloski and Grover Corcoran I. He endured profound losses early in life, with his mother passing away from…
Kenneth Evans Nichols, 94, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 24, 2024 after several years of declining health. Ken was a life-long resident of Purcellville, VA, having been born there in a house on Main Street on March 20, 1930. Ken’s passion was working at Nichols Hardware, a business founded in 1914 by…
Rex Carl Milam, beloved father, grandfather, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024, surrounded by family and loved ones at the age of 58. Born on August 12, 1965, in Beckley, West Virginia, Rex lived a life full of love, tremendous generosity, and dedication. Rex is survived by his children, Sean (Kaycee)…
Ruth Chastney McHenry of Philomont, VA, a well- known physical therapist medical provider, passed away on April 7, 2024, she was 83. Ruth was born in Athol, Massachusetts November 1, 1940. She was dedicated to her loving husband James (Ray) McHenry, and a devoted mother to her sons, Duncan H. McHenry and John R. McHenry…
Penelope Joan Duhring passed away February 29, 2024, at home in Round Hill, VA. She was 90 years old. She was affectionately known as “Penny” and “Granny” to her family and friends. Penny was born on January 28, 1934, in Bermuda. She was one of two children born to Thomas Christopher Smith and Joan Isabel…