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Kathern Lynn McClanahan, known as Kakie to her family and Kathy to her friends passed away on July 4, 2017. Kakie was born to Raymond and Evelyn Smith who survive her. Her children, Raymond (Amy), Freddie (Benai) and Forrest and her siblings Carolyn Burrell and Jimmy Smith are all grieving for her. Her ex-husband, Fred, […]

Marion Owen Sims Bunker, 78, passed peacefully into life everlasting on Saturday, June 24, 2017, following a short battle with cancer. Born February 19, 1939 in Richland, GA, Marion was the youngest daughter of Dr. & Mrs. Alfonso Radford Sims. She attended Saint Mary’s School in Raleigh, NC, before entering Randolph Macon Woman’s College in Lynchburg, VA, where she became a member of Chi Omega. All along the way she attracted what became lifelong friendships.

While pursing her studies at Randolph Macon, she met a West Point cadet, Robert M. (Bob) Bunker. Although very different in personality, the two shared a strong Christian faith, adventurous and giving spirits, and a shared focus on the gifts of family and the sanctity of marriage. They married in 1959, a year after Bob’s graduation. She then completed her studies, earning a bachelor of arts in History.

Cynthia R. Smithson

Cynthia Rollins Smithson, 60, of Fredericksburg, Virginia went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday July 4, 2017 at the Capital Caring hospice facility, The Adler Center in Aldie, Virginia. Cynthia was diagnosed with Stage IV Peritoneal Cancer in August 2014 and fought a courageous battle for nearly three years; beating the odds given to her at the initial diagnosis. She enjoyed working as an assistant to the innkeeper at the Richard Johnston Inn in Fredericksburg, VA where she loved cooking breakfast for the guests. Cynthia’s hobbies included cooking, decorating and making beautiful sea glass jewelry, which she often gave away as gifts to friends and family. She was dearly loved, helped and supported by a close circle of friends and her brother and sister-in-law throughout this difficult journey. She is survived by her children Brandon and Amanda Smithson of Fredericksburg, VA and her brother Tim Rollins and his wife Theresa of Nokesville, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Virginia Rollins of Nokesville, VA and her sister Carlene Shepherd of Nokesville, VA. In keeping with Cynthia’s wishes, there will be no services. Donations can be made to Cynthia Smithson’s Memorial Go Fund Me Page and/or the American Cancer Society.

Saketh Ram Vellanki born on May 13, 1998 was an aspiring young musician, artist, and engineer. While pursuing his engineering degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, he also pursued his creative passions in music making and songwriting. He was a beloved son, grandson, brother, cousin, nephew, and friend. Saketh had such a kind and helpful nature, […]