Peter Terence Hardy - May 15, 2025

Peter Terence Hardy was a beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. Born in Chilton, England, he lived a life filled with love, laughter, and music that touched everyone who knew him. Peter is survived by his devoted wife, Yolanda, with whom he shared a beautiful life. After marrying Yolanda on May 15, 2009, he moved to the United States in 2013, settling in Little River. There, they built a warm and happy home, shared with their cherished feline companions: Sasha, Pepper, Kittie Spice, Baby Boo, and Ballerina. In England, Peter leaves behind his loving mother, Enid, his daughter, Claire; son, Ricky; grandchildren, Ella and Thomas. He is also survived by his four sisters; Lynne, Alyson, Anita, and Karen as well as his nieces, Megan and Robin; nephews, Ross, Curtis, Bradley, and Reed; brothers-in-law, Andrew, Mickey, and Ian. A skilled electrician by trade, Peter worked with Brogden Electric, where he was known not just as a talented professional, but as a loyal colleague and dear friend. However, Peters true passion was music. A gifted stand-up bass player, he brought energy and joy to every stage he graced. He was a proud band member of the Sureshots and Some Like It Hot. He also performed with Slippery Jake and the Bad Brakes, Mark Sinnis and 825, among others. He played for music legends including Linda Gail Lewis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Billy Lee Riley, and more. Peter never hesitated to pick up his bass. If someone needed music, he was there, playing with heart and soul. Peter was also a great cook. He loved to barbeque and prepare his British favorites. Peter was one of a kind, generous, and full of life. His cheeky smile, kind eyes, and boundless warmth made an impression on everyone he met. He made friends around the world and had a rare gift for making people feel seen, supported, and loved. He was taken from us far too soon. We will miss him every day and carry his spirit with us always. Until we meet again, Peter, keep rockin' and rollin'. With all our love, Your family and friends. Cremation Services Direct (843-651-1194) is serving the family.

Lucille Raynor Smith 12/10/31-4/18/25

 Lucille Raynor Smith, beloved momma, granny, aunt, and friend was finally able to make her joyous journey at age 93 to be with our Lord and Savior and her beloved husband, Leonard Franklin Smith, whom she had longed for since December of 2014. Lucille was born December 10, 1931, in Albemarle County, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Russell David and Margaret Collier Raynor. She is preceded in death by seven of her eight siblings (infant sister) Minnie Pearl, her sisters Helen Shoemaker and her husband, Bill (Orange, VA), Esther Beahm and her husband Thomas (Madison, VA), her brothers Richard Raynor and his wife Betty (Gordonsville, VA), David Raynor and his wife, Mary (Orange, VA), Albert Raynor (Orange VA), and James Raynor (Orange, VA) and a brother-in-law Leiut Taylor (Stanardsville, VA). One niece, Sandra Raynor Furr and nephew Richard Alan Raynor of North Carolina both preceded her in death as well. 

 

Lucille is survived by her children, Donna Farrar and her husband James, her son Timothy Raynor (all of Orange, VA) and three grandchildren Jason Farrar (Ruckersville, VA), Lily McSorley (Orange, VA) and Kayli Raynor (Orange, VA). Lucille is also survived by her dear sister Dorothy Taylor of 

Stanardsville, VA, her brother in law John Dyer of Orange, VA, and a multitude of beloved nieces and nephews scattered near and far but always held deep in her heart. 

 

Lucille was a loving wife and the most sweet and generous momma and granny that any children could ask for. She knew how to play and have fun. She always wanted the best for her babies and would move mountains to make their dreams come true. Lucille raised her children in faith and taught them to love all people, the sinners and the saints, and that all people are deserving of love in God’s eyes. Lucille adored her nieces and nephews and endeavored to make sure they knew how much she loved them. She was a long standing member of Orange Community Baptist Church, and she held her church family in fine affection and deep respect. 

 

Lucille was a wonderful cook and no one ever left her house hungry. She was a hard worker, spending years working in factories across Orange County until retiring at age 71. Her house was always open to family, friends and strangers. She gave generously without question to those in need without an ounce of suspicion and always a heart full of love and hope. 

 

Lucille loved animals and is preceded in death by her beloved pug, Mika Jean. In her years of retirement, she gave love to the many strays and fosters that crossed the threshold. She is survived by her pug Charlotte Ann, with whom she snuggled with everyday. While Charlotte was her favorite, Lucille made it her goal to give equal time to Pepper, Anya, Dio, Tyrone, Ziggy, Spike, Blossom, Milky Cat and the birds( Sam and Dean). She deeply missed her sweet Lola, who recently passed, and was awaiting a new baby bunny. Lucille’s heart was always full of love and the need to make sure those around her felt loved. 

 

For Lucille, our sweet momma, her life philosophy was God first, then family and then everyone. No one was left unloved if she was in your life. 

A celebration of life will be held at Orange Community Baptist Church 14233 Little Zion Road, Orange, Virginia 22960 on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Preddy’s Funeral Home in Orange is assisting with arrangements. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Friends of the Orange County Animal Shelter P O Box 804, Gordonsville VA 22942, Orange Community Baptist Church Operation Christmas Child Fund 14233 Little Zion Road, Orange, Virginia 22960, or Mid-Atlantic Pug Rescue (www.midatlanticpugrescue.org).

Charles Ernest Beahm 12/25/29-4/19/25

 

Rev. Charles E Beahm, 95 of Frederick, Md. formally of Rochelle, Va., passed away peacefully on Saturday April 19h 2025 at home in Frederick Maryland.  He was born on December 25th 1929 to the late John Beahm and Rosa Corbin Beahm.  He was preceded in death by his wife Ethel May Geyer Beahm, son Douglas Beahm and numerous siblings and one great grandchild.

He is survived by daughter Denise Ingraham; sons, Donald Beahm, David Beahm, Dale Beahm; sisters Mabel Clore and Gladys Nicholson, eleven grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 1:30 PM on Sunday May 4th at Preddy Funeral Home in Madison, Va. conducted by Pastor Baker Rigg.  Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Madison.  The family will receive friends before the service, from 12:00 to 1:30 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Memory of Charles E. Beahm to New Beginnings Church of the Nazarene, 12350 Jesse Smith Rd.
Mount Airy, MD 21771.