West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad

09/20/2026

It’s with deep sadness we announce the passing of Norman Henderson, Auxiliary Life Member. Norman was the husband and partner in crime of Life Member JoAnn Henderson. Please keep Norman’s family in your prayers during this difficult time.

09/01/2026

05/28/2026

Please join us in remembering and celebrating our friend!

05/25/2026

It is with deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of our Lieutenant and Life Member Roger Bomgardner. Roger was a father, husband, son, nurse, paramedic and a great friend. Please keep Roger’s wife and kids in your prayers while they grieve. Roger, you may been gone but you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my friend!

02/24/2026

Please see Wayne’s service arrangements. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/ashland-va/wayne-rapp-12754755

02/19/2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Charter and Life Member Wayne Rapp. Wayne was an amazing leader, mentor, member and friend. Wayne joined Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad in 1976 where he helped form a small substation in the Beaverdam/Montpelier area of Hanover County (1978-1987). The small substation became West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad (1987). Wayne touched many lives through the EMS community across the state. Please keep the Rapp Family in your thoughts and prayers!

Service information to follow.

01/03/2026

We regret to announce the passing of William "Bill" Putt, Life Member of West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad. Bill was truly one of a kind. Bill served in the Navy, specifically on the Nautilus. His preferred method of travel was his sport bikes (motorcycles). He participated in triathlons on a regular basis into his 70's. Bill always had a little sarcasm and a half grin that always kept us wondering what he was up to.

Bill joined WHVRS in June 1997. He became a staple on our day crews. Bill had a true love for all things that drove fast including our ambulances. Bill served as our Motor Officer from 2010 - 2018. Bill retired from WHVRS in 2018 after 21 years of service.

Bill's family is having him cremated and a service will be held in the spring. Please keep Bill's family in your thoughts and prayers.