William E. Clevenger, 82, of Linden, Virginia, passed away with his family on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg.

William E. Clevenger

He was born September 22, 1941 in Peterstown, West Virginia a son of the late Edsel Ogden and Nellie Catherine (Lewis) Clevenger.

A graduate of Greeley High School, he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Northern Colorado in 1965.

Bill was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force from 1965 to 1974, in positions of Supply Operations Officer and Missile Engineer, and served as a Captain in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged after the war ended and was credited for his time in the military.

Most notably, William worked for the Central Intelligence Agency as a Logistics Operations Officer in later years. During his tenure, he had many overseas assignments, including two tours in Afghanistan, and completed many temporary tours of duty in several countries. His outstanding support through the years earned him many accolades. Bill retired from the CIA in July 2014 after 14 years of service.

Outside of his professional life, William was a lover of the great outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed the challenges of fishing various waters and was always looking for the next river or stream to try his luck. Bill also loved to travel, having spent time in Alaska, Hawaii, and many U.S. destinations. He loved living in the Blue Ridge mountains, raising a garden, and considered all God’s creatures his friend. Known for his caring nature, William was always available to help others and offer advice when asked. He believed in hard work and was dedicated to his job, home projects, and his family. He lived a full life of fun and adventure. He was a devoted family man and a loving husband and cherished his time with his children and grandchildren.

Bill will be remembered for his charm, kindness, and unwavering love for his family. His legacy will continue to inspire all those fortunate enough to spend time with him and live on in the hearts of those blessed to know him. He will always be truly missed and remembered.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Judy (Deutschman) Clevenger, daughter, April Michelle (Clevenger) Kackley (Kinzel), step-son, Jack Allen Smith; grandchildren. Lexx Jaxon Clevenger, Kinzel R. E. Kackley, and Harley Mae K. Kackley; siblings Christine (Clevenger) Wood, Mike Clevenger (Debbie), and Ed Clevenger (Karen); and numerous nieces and nephews.

James Thomas Brown, 81, of Browntown, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

James Thomas Brown

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 14, at 11:00 a.m. at Front Royal United Methodist Church with the Rev. Rachel Plemmons officiating. Interment will follow in Panorama Memorial Gardens at Waterlick.

Mr. Brown was born October 2, 1942, in Tazewell County, Virginia, the son of the late Walter Bernard and Lena Ettus Puckett Brown.

Mr. Brown was a Front Royal United Methodist Church member for 26 years. He was very active in the church, always there when the doors were open, delivering food to shut-ins, and helping with many projects at the church.

He retired after 35 years from Navy Federal Credit Union, one of the first 30 when the credit union began. He worked for Shenandoah Valley Golf Club and spent time with his friends on the course playing a round or two of golf. He was a U.S. Army Reserve Veteran.

Mr. Brown will be greatly missed by his loving family and his many friends.

Surviving is his loving and devoted wife of 58 years, Jean Marlene Brown; one son, Michael James Brown and wife Christine of Ashburn, Virginia; one daughter, Lynda Kay Steele of Bealeton, Virginia; one sister, Elizabeth Ann Santolla of Dale City, Virginia; three grandchildren who were the apples of his eye, Kelsi Steele, Victoria Steele, and Jason Brown; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents: two brothers, Billy Brown and Ralph Brown, and a sister, Hazel Underwood.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

The family will receive friends on Monday, May 13, from 6-8 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be made to the Front Royal United Methodist Church, 1 West Main Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

Tammy Lea Bohlman, 40, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at INOVA Fairfax Hospital.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Panorama Memorial Gardens, 4917 Strasburg Road, Waterlick, Virginia, with Sammy Campbell officiating.

Tammy was born on June 29, 1983, in Alexandria, Virginia, to Francis Jospeh Houck Jr. and Dawn Lea Houck.  She was a truck driver, ordained minister, a culinary school student, and a fantastic cook.

Surviving along with her parents are her stepmother, Peggy Sue Houck; brother, Joe Houck III; and daughter, Morgan Clatterbuck.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630, to assist with funeral expenses.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of William Jesper Brandt, 28, on April 20, 2024, in Linden, VA. Will was born on July 15, 1995, at Alexandria Hospital and spent his entire life in Linden. He attended Hilda J. Barbour Elementary School before graduating from Highland School in Warrenton, Virginia. For the last 2.5 years, Will courageously lived with cancer.

William Jesper Brandt

He is survived by his parents, Pernille Brandt and Beth Pinner, as well as his sister, Maggie (Todd), and his two brothers, Malachi and Omarion. Will is also lovingly remembered by his grandparents, Lisen Brandt and Thomas Brandt of Denmark and Margaret and William Pinner of Sterling, VA. He leaves behind a wide circle of beloved family members and friends, both locally and internationally, including his online friends.

Before his illness, Will worked at Naked Mountain Winery. He cherished reading, watching movies, playing board games with his gaming friends, and connecting with his online community. Known for his generous spirit, he was always ready to offer a comforting hug or helping hand. He was a devoted member of Leeds Episcopal Church in Markham, VA.

Will participated in several cancer trials and selflessly chose to donate his body to science through VDH’s Whole Body Donation program. A celebration of his life will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Leeds Feeds or the blessing boxes by sending a check to:

Leeds Episcopal Church
4332 Leeds Manor Rd,
Markham, VA 22643
(Please add “Leeds Feeds” or “Blessing Box” in the memo)

Alternatively, contributions can be made to Finley’s Green Leap Forward by giving online at finleysgreenleap.org or by mailing a check made out to “Finley’s Green Leap Forward” to:

Finley’s Green Leap Forward
6437 Old Bust Head Road
Broad Run, VA 20137

May Will’s kind spirit continue to inspire us all.

Charles Edward Finneyfrock, 66, of Front Royal VA, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 28th. 

Charles (Chuck) was born October 13th, 1957, in Montgomery, MD, the son of Charlotte Lee Wolfe of Georgia and the late Stanley Filmore Finneyfrock. He was a carpenter by trade most of his life, and even though he retired, carpentry was always his passion. Chuck very much enjoyed hunting and fishing with his brothers and son. 

Chuck was preceded in death by his wife Debbie Finneyfrock; brothers: Ricky Finneyfrock, Stanley (Bubby) Finneyfrock, and sister Nancy Polaski. 

He is survived by his son: Shawn Finneyfrock and daughter-in-law Krissy Boyd of Front Royal; his daughter: Theresa Harmon (Finneyfrock) and son-in-law Jimmy Harmon of Toms Brook; brothers: Kenny Finneyfrock, Gary Finneyfrock, and sister: Donna Lloyd; grandchildren: Shawnee Boyd, Troy Harmon, Adam Harmon, and great-grandchild: Easten Harmon, as well as many nieces and nephews.  

A Celebration of Life for friends and family will be held at the Front Royal Community Center (538 Villa Ave. Front Royal Va, 22630) on Saturday, June 1st, 2024, from 1-5 pm.   

John Anthony Dangerfield was born in Linden, Virginia, on July 27, 1924. He was the fifth of eight children born to the late Anthony Thomas and Effie Hackley Dangerfield.

John Anthony Dangerfield (1924 – 2024)

John joined the US Army and served in the South Pacific during WWII. His military photograph is included in the publication African Americans of Fauquier County and is also on exhibit in the African American Museum of Fauquier County.

John married the former Pearl Margretta Mitchell on August 7, 1948, at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, Happy Creek, Va.  His beloved daughter Toronda Dangerfield-Pittman was born from this loving union.

John was a truck driver at American Viscose/Avtex for 42 years.  After retiring at 65 years young, he began what was likely his most notable occupation. John started a career as a school crossing guard. He served the town’s children every morning in front of Ressie Jeffries Elementary School. In September 2011, at the young age of 87, Mayor Tim Darr and the Front Royal Town Council recognized him for 21 years of service. The Warren County Report did a feature article describing him as “a familiar and comforting presence.”

John loved Mt. Morris Baptist Church. He joined under the Pastorate of Rev. William Gibbs and was baptized by the Rev. Philip Baltimore. His membership extended during the tenure of five pastors, including Rev. Ed White, Rev. Lindsay Greene, and the current Shepherd of the Flock, Rev. Ralph J. Williams.  John sang in the choir, served on the usher board, and as a trustee for over 50 years. During his term on the board, renovations were made to the fellowship hall and the church parking lot.

Being the last surviving sibling in the Dangerfield family, he assumed the role of Patriarch. He provided a legacy of wisdom, knowledge, ancestral history, and, most importantly, love.

John loved visiting Toronda for Thanksgiving dinners and spending time with “her babies”. After years of shoveling mountain-deep snow, John relocated to Richmond, where he resided with Toronda and her family.  While there, she honored her father with an enormous 95^th birthday celebration.

John resided at the Sitter & Barfoot Veterans Care Center as his health required increased care. He always kept a song in his heart! He would serenade loved ones over the phone with hymns he learned through the years. John loved his visits from Chuckie and his phone conversations with Ida.

On April 24, 2024, John relocated yet again. This time, he made his final transition to a holy city where the streets were paved with gold. John went to see the King!

John leaves to cherish his memory a daughter, Toronda Dangerfield-Pittman; two grandchildren, Airial Epes and Garry Callis, Jr.; three great-grandchildren, Aryanna, Makiyh, and Avani; and a sister-in-law, Chandell Mitchell.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Pearl Mitchell Dangerfield.  John shared very special relationships with Charles Kenner, who was like a son, and Ida Dowe, a life-long friend, as well as a host of beloved family and very dear friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on May 10, 2024, at the Mt. Morris Baptist Church. It is located at 5342 Leeds Manor Road, Hume, Virginia. Rev. Ralph J. Williams will officiate. The viewing will be at 10:00  a.m. and the Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m.