Obituaries
Michael Lee “Mike” Lemons (1950 – 2026)
Michael Lee “Mike” Lemons, 75, of Front Royal, Virginia, entered his eternal rest on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Dulles, Virginia.
Michael Lee “Mike” Lemons
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Mr. Lemons was born on December 9, 1950, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Victor Lee Lemons and Edra Reid Weiss. Mike graduated from Cortez High School in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1969, and later attended Anderson University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. Following graduation, he became a carpenter and, during his career, received the Carpenter of the Year award from the State of Arizona. He eventually retired as a Construction Foreman and Union Carpenter. He volunteered with Samuels Public Library, was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, and a member of Skyline Baptist Church.
Survivors include his two sons, Cory Lemons (Amy) and Travis Lemons (Lee); two daughters, Melody Riggs (James) and Faith Lemons; brother, Stephen Lemons; sister, Alisa Middleton; first wife, Ellen Scott; second wife, MaryAnne Travis; twelve grandchildren, and one great-grandson.
Santa Brings Christmas Cheer Early During Christmas in July at Spelunker’s
Chicken and Zucchini Skewers Make an Easy Summer Meal
Virginia State Police Seize Eight Firearms and More Than $357,000 in Drugs
Federal judge in Virginia says certain abortion drug restrictions are unlawful
National Landlord with Property in Virginia Accused of Housing Discrimination
DEQ Asks Virginians How to Best Engage Environmental Justice Communities During Permitting Process
Virginia Transportation Board OKs Stricter Oversight for Economic Development Fund
How Farmers Create Habitats for Wildlife
In Enthusiastic Agreement with Supervisor Jamieson
States Move to Limit Classroom Screen Time
Even Without a New Map, Buttigieg Says Virginia Dems Can Win With Focus on Healthcare, Affordability
Virginia Hospitals Predict $31B Reduction in State’s Medicaid Funding If Proposed CMS Rule Passes
Business Growth Series: Trying to Do Everything Yourself Is Limiting Your Growth
Agritourism Offers a Fresh Way to Enjoy Summer Close to Home
Congressional Report Says Virginians Have Paid $1.8 Billion More for Gas Since Iran War Started
UVA Study Shows How Housing Affordability Policy, Civic Engagement and Voter Turnout Connect
More Than a Futbol Rivalry
Scott’s Turn: A Conversation About Building Stronger Communities
The Power of Words: A Lesson From Calvin Coolidge
Excel to Perform July 23 at Gazebo Gatherings
Michael Ray Santmyers (1971 -2026)
Oatmeal: Why Some Swear by It and Some Swear at It
This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of July 24th
Marcelene Fay “Marci” Pinion (1958 – 2026)
