Sheldon Neil Propst, 82, of Rockingham, Virginia, passed away on Sept. 12, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born on Nov. 1, 1943, in Moyers and was a son of the late Fred and Myrtle (Mitchell) Propst.
Mr. Propst was a working man. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 43 years of service. He previously worked at the Farm Bureau and was a manager at Bridgewater IGA. He spent his final working days mowing and landscaping, which he took a lot of pride in.
When he was not working, he enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities, hunting with his family, putting puzzles together, going on many bus trips with his wife and friends, and watching his Baltimore Orioles and Ravens.
He was an active member at Bridgewater Church of the Brethren for 60 years, where he served as a deacon for many years. He also helped with numerous other church activities and services.
On March 7, 1964, he was united in a marriage of 62 years to Betty Shay (Pitsenbarger) Propst, who survives.
Also surviving are two sons, Greg Propst and partner, Renee of Bridgewater, Virginia, and Brad Propst and wife, Megan of Penn Laird, Virginia; a brother, Jesse Carroll Propst of Franklin; four grandchildren, Andrew Propst and fiancée, Brittany, Brieanna Propst and partner, Devin, Brycen Propst and partner, Grace, and Shaley Propst; three step-grandchildren, Natalie, Noah, and Eli; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Ida Mary Snyder, Marilyn Propst, and Velma Blandino; six brothers, Charles Linaburg, Gene Rader, Harley Propst, Stanley Propst, Arnold Propst, and Jerry Propst.
A service celebrating his life was held Thursday at the Bridgewater Church of the Brethren. Burial was private.
Memorial donations may be sent to Bridgewater Church of the Brethren, Bridgewater Rescue Squad, or Bridgewater Volunteer Fire Department.
Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.johnsonfs.com.
