Obituary
Guest Book
Chloe Marie Arbogast, 65, of Staunton, died Saturday morning near Hightown as the result of an automobile accident.
She was born December 26, 1924 at Blue Grass, a daughter of John and Louie (Simmons) Arbogast.
She was a member of Union Chapel United Methodist Church and had been employed 18 years at Oak Hill Nursing Home.
Survivors include a daughter, Jo Ann Bradley of Staunton; two sisters, Edith Hise of Hightown and Helen Arbogast of Staunton; and a brother, Berlin Arbogast.
A service will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday at Obaugh Funeral Home by the Rev. Richard Gibson. Burial will be in Union Chapel Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be John and David Arbogast, Harry Puffenbarger, William C. Rexrode, Robert and Leo Gum. Honorary pallbearers will be friends attending the service.
The family will receive friends 7 to 8:30 Tuesday night at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Highland County Rescue Squad, PO Box 268, Monterey, Va. 24465.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
8739 Highland Turnpike PO Box 12, McDowell, VA 24458
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more