In Memoriam: 2020s

Notices sorted by graduation date

Braden Thomas Cuttler (Col class of ’20) of Herndon, Virginia, died Dec. 18, 2025. At UVA, he studied international relations. He interned for U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine and supported multiple causes to uplift marginalized people. He served on four different mission trips to renovate housing for those in need. He was an avid adventurer who visited 25 countries and 45 states in his lifetime. He loved biking, kayaking, hiking and road trips, and had a deep and lifelong appreciation for nature. He was an Eagle Scout. Loved ones remember him as a welcoming and uplifting person who had friends of all ages and backgrounds. Survivors include his parents; his sister; his grandmothers; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Donovan Johnson Sr. (Col class of ’24) of Gretna, Louisiana, died May 25, 2026. A native of Marrero, Louisiana, he studied at UVA, where he played as a safety on the football team, appearing in 15 games. His first year, he was one of 12 “true freshmen” to play in a game. He double majored in African American and African Studies and American Studies. He was a proud brother of Omega Psi Phi fraternity and served as its president. Loved ones remember him as a joy and an inspiration who had a smile that could light up a room. Survivors include his son; his mother; his stepfather; his grandfather; his siblings; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.