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Ruby Ann (Williams) Nicholson (1925 – 2022)

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After a full life of 97 years, Ruby Ann (Williams) Nicholson departed this world on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, and died peacefully at home in her sleep.

Ruby was born in Mountville, Virginia, on September 13, 1925, to Leroy and Mary Emily “Mamie” (Fincham) Williams. She married Lester Woodrow Nicholson, and together they raised two children. After Lester’s death in 1993, Ruby continued to stay active and enjoyed many vacations to the beach and visiting other east coast destinations with her sisters, children, and grandchildren. While she was quite modest, she enjoyed a good laugh and silly antics, all serving as fond memories for those she leaves behind.

Ruby resided in Manassas, Virginia, for nearly 60 years, and her home was a central hub for the family. She hosted many gatherings to celebrate birthdays and holidays, always attentive to the needs of others, ensuring everyone departed with a full belly and full heart.

Ruby loved her family, and she loved Jesus. She set an example in spiritual devotion by waking early in the morning to read her Bible alongside her morning coffee. She faithfully attended Chapel Springs Church (formerly Manassas Assembly of God) in Bristow, Virginia, for over 25 years, only missing services when her health kept her homebound.

Ruby was a symbol of strength, resilience, and reliability. She faced many challenges in her lifetime, yet continued to show up for others, drawing from her internal strength and determination. Even in her final days, she remained strong in her convictions and desire for independence, wanting to serve others and not be a burden.

Ruby is survived by her daughter Brenda (Larry) Stevens, and son Bruce (Beth) Nicholson, both of Manassas, Virginia. She leaves a legacy of six grandchildren: Susan Buchanan (Raymond Carter), Craig Buchanan, Sarah (Christopher) Pokorny, Kelly (Michael) Davis, Hannah (Cody) Freeman, and Rebekah Nicholson. She had the privilege of being called a great-grandmother by twelve: Raelynn, Timmy, Lexi, and Danielle Carter; Antoine Blackwell; Simeon, Elizabeth, Gianna, and Dominic Pokorny; and Harper, Theodore, and Hayden Davis. She will be missed by many other family members, friends, and neighbors.

Ruby is preceded in death by her husband, Lester; her parents, Leroy and “Mamie;” her sisters, Blanche Downs, Erma Pomeroy, Gladys Ashton, Jo Anna Marders, Eleanor Shifflett, and Mazie Ritenour; and her brothers, W. Randolph Williams, and Roy O. Williams.

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Deborah Lynn “Debbie” Coronel (1954 – 2024)

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Deborah Lynn “Debbie” Coronel, 70, of Maurertown, Virginia, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024, at Winchester Medical Center.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 3, 2024, at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 W Main St. Front Royal, Virginia, with Pastor Danny Hensley officiating. A visitation will take place the evening before the service from 6-8 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home. The burial will follow all services at Prospect Hill Cemetery.

Debbie was born on February 15, 1954, in Front Royal, Virginia, to the late Warren H. Thompson and Charlotte M. Miller. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Gary Thompson, and her granddaughter, Megan Knicely.

Surviving Debbie is her loving husband of 30 years, Gaudencio Coronel; her children, Deanna M Creekmore (John) and Warren Beaty (Donna); her step-son, Manuel Coronel (Alicia); her siblings, Eugene H. Thompson (Isabel) and Shirley Stonebreaker; her grandchildren, Christopher Knicely, Andrew Paniagua (Bethel), Selena Paniagua, Cheyenne Howdyshell, Sylvia Paniagua (Lamar Cheek), Manuel Coronel, Lupe Coronel, Daniela Coronel, Sevastian Coronel, and Juan Coronel; her great-grandchildren, Kyrie Paniagua, Jackson Wyant, Addelynn Howdyshell, Ava Paniagua, Zakai Cheek, Waverly Woodell, Kolter Kisamore, Zamyah Cheek, and Gracie Woodell; and her nephew Ian Thompson.

Debbie was a Front Royal Seventh Day Adventist Church member and loved bible study with her daughter, Deanna. She also enjoyed computer games and Sudokus.

Pallbearers will be Ian Thompson, Andrew Paniagua, Lamar Cheek, Dijohn Jackson, Manuel Coronel, and Angus Shipe.

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Linda Grey “Nana” Spangler (1956 – 2024)

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Linda Grey “Nana” Spangler, 67, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Winchester Medical Center.

Linda Grey “Nana” Spangler

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 27, 2024, at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 W Main St. Front Royal, Virginia 22630, with Joan Knox officiating. The family invites guests to visit one hour before the service. Linda’s ashes will be privately scattered at a later date.

Linda was born on October 16, 1956, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to her late father, Carl Mack Smith Jr. She was also preceded in death by her grandmother, Nina Grey Smith, who raised Linda.

Surviving Linda are her loving husband of 24 years, Patrick “Pat” Spangler; her children, Amanda Nyholt Linder (Josh), Matthew McCartney, Douglas Spangler (Debra), and Daniel Spangler; her siblings, Carl Mack “Buddy” Smith III, and Carla Rusk; and her grandchildren, Savannah McCartney, Sawyer McCartney, Aedan Spangler, Daniel Spangler, Jameson Spangler, Ryan Spangler, and River Spangler.

Linda loved photography, guitar, and Tennessee football. She was a Junior Olympic Swimmer.

Honorary Pallbearers will be her boys, Matthew McCartney, Douglas Spangler, and Daniel Spangler, and her grandchildren, Savannah, Sawyer, Aedan, Daniel, Jameson, Ryan, and River.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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Carl “David” Barbe (1952 – 2024)

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Carl “David” Barbe, 72, of Winchester, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Winchester Medical Center in Winchester, Virginia.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

David was born to the late Carl Walton and Iona Dorothy Mills Barbe on March 22, 1952, in Front Royal, Virginia. He was also preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Charles E. Martin and Gene Wines, and a sister-in-law, Jacki S. Barbe.

Surviving David are his children, Shannon Walton Barbe (Hannah), Michael Shane Barbe (Angie), and Jessica Marie Barbe (Richard); his siblings, JudyAnn Marcy (William), Betty J. Martin, Dianna L. Wines, and Paul Edward Barbe; his grandchildren, Ean Phillip Shell, Chloe Maslin Shell, Charlie Barbe, Maddie Barbe, Alister Barbe, and one on the way; and numerous nieces and nephews.

David liked to visit Charlestown, West Virginia, and occasionally play the slots. He also loved his paranormal television shows.

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Anthony Michael Henry (2002 – 2024)

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Anthony Michael Henry, 22, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away suddenly in Front Royal on Monday, April 22, 2024.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Anthony was born January 4, 2002, in Front Royal, Virginia, the son of Sara E. Kitts of Front Royal and Jason Henry. He previously worked for Taco Bell in Front Royal.

Surviving with his parents is his maternal grandmother, Margia Kitts of Front Royal; paternal grandparents, John and Susan Henry of Virginia; son, Kamari Kyng Henry, at home; one brother, Isaiah Henry of Virginia; and a sister, Jossalin Lowery of Front Royal.

Anthony was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Michael Kitts.

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Hargis “Junior” Webb Jr. (1944 – 2024)

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Hargis “Junior” Webb Jr., 79, of Strasburg, Virginia, passed away at Winchester Medical Center on Monday, April 22, 2024.

Hargis “Junior” Webb Jr.

The funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal, with Sammy Campbell officiating.  Burial will follow at Panorama Memorial Gardens.

Mr. Webb was born on May 3, 1944, in Pound, Virginia, to the late Hargis Sr. and Linda Mullins Webb.  He was also preceded in death by his brother, Vernard “Ray” Webb; sister, Ruby Jean Webb Jones; and sister-in-law, Eloise “Donie” Webb.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Beatrice “Bea” Webb; two sons, Ronnie Webb (Loretta) and Mike Webb (Brenda); four brothers, Bill Webb, Ed Webb (Lesha), James Webb (Dale) and Bob Webb (Chris); sister, Jackie Garmer (Shawn); six grandchildren, Ashley Hamrick (Mike), Amy Webb, Michael Webb (Ashley), Ronnie Webb Jr., Mason Davis and Tori Shamblin; two great-grandchildren, Brentley Hamrick and Keelan Webb; sister-in-law, Ada Webb; brother-in-law, Charles Jones and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

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Ty Park (1969 – 2024)

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A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Prospect Hill Cemetery, 200 West Prospect Street, Front Royal, with Pastor Thomas Woodward officiating.

Mr. Park was born on September 10, 1969 in South Korea.  He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed nature, camping, and traveling.  He was a local Gas Station owner in Front Royal.

Survivors include his mother, Sue Jung Park; daughter, Autumn Park; three sisters, Christina Schwendinger, Victoria Park and Taylor Park and numerous other extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Yung Sun Park.

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