POST EVERLASTING
“We come to honor the memory of those who offered their lives in the service of country and who have now enrolled in that Great Spirit Army, whose footfalls cause no sound, but in the memory of mankind, their souls go marching on, sustained by the pride of service in time of war.
2024
Robert Dale Yowell
10/06/53 - 02/14/2024
Robert Dale Yowell, age 70 a resident of Bealeton, VA passed away on February 14, 2024 at Inova Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, VA. He was a retired Sales Representative for Tribles. He honorably served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam from 1974 to 1977 as a SP4.
Robert was a 22-year Member of the American Legion. For many years he was a longtime Member of Post 247 in Remington, VA. He served as Post 247 Commander from 2008 to 2011, American Legion Department of Virginia 16th District Commander and later 16th District Chaplain. Additionally, he was Grande du Virginia – 40&8 Chef de Gare Passe 2020-22, and Bull Run Voiture 380 Manassas.
Robert was also a longtime member of the Sumerduck Ruritans.
Predeceased by his parents, Robert Folk Yowell and Betty Lou Horn Yowell. Survived by his sister, Donna Fink (David) of Keezletown, VA; a brother, David Yowell (Linda) of Bealeton, VA and youngest sister, Theresa Kincaid (Drew) of Rixeyville, VA; numerous nieces and nephews.
2023
Evan "Skeet" Ashby
03/22/1955 - 01/26/2023
Evan Hamilton Ashby, III, age 67, of Remington, VA passed peacefully at Autumn Care of Madison, VA on Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born on March 22, 1955 in Manassas, VA, son of the late, Evan “Doc” & Helen Ashby.
Evan, “Skeet” to nearly all who knew him, was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was a man of great knowledge and varied interests who could compassionately converse on most any subject. Skeet’s uncanny ability to maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity or respond with love and kindness in any situation was deeply inspiring and will be sorely missed.
Skeet spent his childhood immersed in sports and Remington’s Volunteer Fire & Rescue squad, an activity that he participated in with immediate family and many friends. He graduated from Fauquier High School in 1973 and continued his education at Virginia Military Institute where he studied chemistry and completed Air Force ROTC training. Upon graduation in 1977, Skeet commissioned in the US Air Force and completed 17.5 years of honorable service. During that time, he served at bases in Michigan, South Dakota, Alaska, and Montana as a master navigator aboard KC-135 refueling aircraft.
His work life was somewhat varied until he answered the call to ministry with the United Methodist Church by attending Wesley Theological Seminary and graduating in 2007. Unfortunately, Skeet was unable to realize his calling as a minister. He fell ill in 2008 with Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Skeet courageously battled to regain physical health and capability for the remainder of his life. His exemplary perseverance, determination, and positive attitude in spite of his physical limitations inspired all who knew him to strive for greater strength and compassion.
Later in life, Skeet rediscovered his love of public service. He served on the Remington Town Council and played a major role in the construction of Remington’s new town hall.
Skeet was also a lifelong learner, and his pursuit of knowledge was relentless. Whether formal education, reading, or absorbing trivia to compete against Jeopardy! contestants from his chair at home, he always enjoyed learning new things. His love of knowledge was strongest for computers, technology, movies, and music. Additionally, he enjoyed hands-on hobbies including woodworking and building model rockets.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Brenda Ashby; three children, Evan H. Ashby, IV & his wife, Rachel of Virginia Beach, VA, Blair L. Harlow & her husband, Trevor of Culpeper, VA and Robert W. Ashby & his wife, Alison of Minot, ND; sister, Kee Miller & her husband, Bill of Culpeper, VA; brother, Will Ashby & his wife, Dawn of Remington, VA; and granddaughter, Charlotte Ashby of Minot, ND.
Max O'Saben
05/17/1934 - 05/31/2023
Maximilian O’Saben, 89, passed away on May 31, 2023 in Bealeton, Va. He was born in Franklin Borough, Johnstown, Pa. on May 17, 1934, the son of Frank and Mary O’Saben. He is survived by his wife Carole B. O’Saben, son Frank O’Saben and wife Karen, of Warrenton, daughter Lynne Stewart and husband Mike Stewart, of Herndon, son Max Jr. of Bealeton, and daughter Molly and husband Jesse Beck. Grandchildren include Sydney Fillmore (Seth), Barrett (Helena) and Carson Stewart, Margaret, Stephanie, and Thomas O’Saben, Claudia, Matilyn and Violet Beck, Great grandchildren Naomi, Noah, Livian and Sullivan, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Frank Jr., Charles, Andrew, Ignatius and Steve, and sisters Frances, Carolyn and Matilda. Mr. O’Saben served with the US Air Force for six years as a weatherman, and was a CIA careerist. He will be remembered as a friendly, outgoing person who enjoyed dressing as Santa Claus during the holidays. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Franklin Borough Fire Department in Johnstown, Pa., or the American Legion in Remington.
2022
Joseph Rodney Loggins
07/11/1947 - 12/12/2022
Joseph Rodney Loggins, 77
of Warrenton, VA, formerly of Charleston, passed away December 12, 2022 at his home.
He was born July 11, 1945 in Beckley, the son of Joseph H. and Rozella Lawson Loggins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers Roy and Ray Lilly.
Joseph was a retired police officer employed with Metropolitan Police Department, Washington D.C. He was also a US Marine and Naval Reservist and a member of Mt. Caramel Masonic Lodge, Warrenton Virginia.
Rod was a member of American Legion, Harold J. Davis, Remington Post 247 since 3/7/2014.
He is survived by his wife, Caroline Abbott, children, Jody Sutphin (Ron), Richard Jones (Donna), Sue Stewardson, and grandchildren Melanie Sutphin, Tyler Sutphin, Stepfanie Hall (Jonathan), Joseph Gahagen (Ashley) and Grace Sweeney (Rob), great grandchildren, Caralynne, Christian, Emma, and Hendrix, and brother, Roger Loggins.
Graveside Service will be 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at Tyler Mt. Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV
