Patrick Beane
Nov 5, 2026
Patrick Beane, 50, of Dunbar, passed away on November 5, 2026.
He was born on January 5, 1976, in South Charleston, to Rick and Donna Beane.
He attended South Charleston High School and later worked as a paper products delivery technician, customer service associate, and IT technician for Chapman Printing until his retirement on March 20, 2021.
Patrick will be remembered for his...
Vonda Lou Holley
Nov 4, 2026
Vonda Lou Holley, 78, of Cross Lanes, WV, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 4, 2026.
A resident of Cross Lanes for 50 years, Vonda worked for many years as a dental assistant and medical billing professional before retiring in 2012. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose family was her pride and...
Paul Howard Vandergriff
Nov 2, 2026
Paul Howard Vandergriff, 81, of Dunbar was called to his Heavenly Home, Monday, November 2, 2026 after a long battle with multiple heart issues.
Paul was born November 17, 1944 to the late Brady and Madeline Vandergirff. Paul Graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School and was a retired brickmason. He was a member of Genesis Fellowship Church in South Charleston.
Paul was...
Lena Viola Lovejoy
Oct 31, 2026
Lena Viola Lovejoy, 88, of Cross Lanes, passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2026, with her family by her side.
She was born on July 25, 1938 in Advent, WV, to the late Luther and Laura Davis.
Lena was a devoted homemaker who worked tirelessly to care for her family. She was an amazing cook, kept an immaculate home, and...
Ruth E. Breckenridge
Oct 29, 2026
Ruth E. Breckenridge, 75, of Charleston, West Virginia, peacefully departed this life on October 29, 2026, at Vandalia Health.
Born on March 30, 1951, in Charleston, West Virginia, Ruth was educated in the Kanawha County school system and attended Dunbar High School.
Ruth was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was employed by Dow Corporation before retiring.
Known for her...
Pamela Smith Beaver
Oct 29, 2026
Pamela Smith Beaver, 73, of Charleston, passed away on October 29, 2026 at Hubbard Hospice House.
She was preceded in death by her father, Bob Smith; and two brothers, Doug and Michael Smith.
Pam is survived by her husband, Wayne Beaver; mother, Sue Wilkinson; step father David Wilkinson; and several nieces and nephews.
Pam’s wishes were to be cremated and have no service.
Arrangements...
Jerry Richard Childers
Oct 26, 2026
Jerry Richard Childers, 81, met his Lord and Savior on October 26, 2026.
Born on November 28, 1944, Jerry grew up and attended school in Spring Hill, spending his life within the close-knit communities of Spring Hill and St. Albans. Jerry was a man of faith and attendee of Rock Lake Presbyterian Church.
Jerry was a dedicated family man, husband, father, grandfather,...
Ward Harshbarger III
Oct 25, 2026
Ward Harshbarger III, of Dunbar, West Virginia, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2026, at his home following a brief illness.
To the people of Kanawha County, he was Magistrate Harshbarger. To his closest friends, he was “Wardie.” And to one family who claimed him as their own, he was affectionately known as “Uncle Buck.”
No matter what you called him, if you...
Paula Kia Smith
Oct 24, 2026
Paula Kai Smith transitioned from her earthy home on October 24, 2026.
She was born on June 2, 1969 in Pikeville, Kentucky to Edward and Gertrude Smith. Her life was dedicated to caring for others, family, friends and strangers. Early in life she was baptized at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Pikeville, Kentucky. A graduate of Pikeville High School, Paula...
Ronald Frederick Smoot
Oct 23, 2026
Born on Friday, February 8, 1929, in Madison, West Virginia, Ronald Frederick Smoot lived a life defined by service, education, leadership, and compassion. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, exemplifying honor, discipline, and dedication throughout his military service and beyond.
A lifelong champion of education, Ronald believed deeply in the power of knowledge to transform lives. Through...
Larry Joe Cavender
Oct 16, 2026
Larry Joe Cavender, 69, of Charleston passed October 16, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him dearly and a lifetime of memories that will forever be cherished.
Larry was a Christian man whose faith was an important part of his life. He loved attending church and listening to Southern Gospel music, finding comfort and joy in the songs that spoke...
James Jarrett Pettit
Oct 14, 2026
James Jarrett Pettit, born to Ora Wayne and Thayer Pettit on October 4, 1927, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
He was Saved by God’s Grace in 1939 and kept by God’s Grace throughout life until called to his heavenly home. His physical death was not the end but just a BEGINNING.
James was...
Paul Harlan Jarvis
Oct 11, 2026
Paul Harlan Jarvis, 86, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Genesis Nursing Home, Hurricane, WV. He was born July 2, 1940, in Charleston, WV.
Harlan attended Grandview Elementary, Lincoln Junior High, and graduated from Stonewall Jackson in 1959.
He married the love of his life, Delores Anne Harrison, in 1963. They made their home in Dunbar, WV, for 63 years.
He was...
Donald Ray Cook
Oct 11, 2026
Donald Ray Cook, 81, of South Charleston, WV, passed Sunday, October 11, 2026, following a lengthy illness.
A native of Leckie, WV, Donald is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ernestine; his son, Don Cook (Jennifer); his daughter, Aimee Rippetoe (Keith); his brother, Steve Cook (Joyce); and two grandsons.
A private family service with military honors will be held at Donel...
Lynn Kay McGraw
Oct 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and much love that we share the passing of Lynn Kay McGraw, 73, from Winfield, WV. She was born January 3, 1953, and left to be with the Lord on October 8, 2026. Lynn was a loving wife, sister, aunt and a much loved cousin. She loved New England and her happiest moments were spent...
William George "Porgie" Hayes III
Oct 2, 2026
William George Hayes, III, also known lovingly as “Porgie”, 52, from South Charleston, WV, passed away suddenly on October 2, 2026. George was born on November 4, 1973, to William George Hayes, Jr. and Carolyn Jean Hayes.
George grew up in Dunbar and graduated from Nitro High School. He currently worked for the West Virginia Lottery as a maintenance technician. Prior...
Joseph Michael Hardman
Oct 1, 2026
Joseph Michael Hardman, 59, of Cross Lanes, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026, after a short battle with cancer.
Joe was born on February 22, 1967, the fourth child of William Richard and Phyllis Ann (Brown) Hardman, both of whom preceded him in death.
Joe graduated from Dunbar High School in 1985. Following graduation, he began working at Pile...
Sandra Kay Boardman
Sep 24, 2026
Sandra Kay Boardman, 67, of Dunbar, WV, went home to be with the Lord on September 24, 2026, with her family by her side after a short battle with an illness.
Sandra was born May 28,1959, in Dunbar to the late Margaret and Vivian “Red” Honaker.
She was a life long citizen of Dunbar. She was a hard worker who dedicated over...
Diane "Sue" Means
Sep 22, 2026
Diane "Sue" Means, 79, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026.
Born on August 3, 1947, in Charleston, WV, Sue was the daughter of the late Edith and Hank Ballard.
Throughout her life, Sue was known for her kind heart, generous spirit, and deep devotion to the things and people she cherished most.
Family was the centerpiece of Sue's...
James Edsel Huffman
Sep 22, 2026
James Edsel Huffman, 68, of St. Albans, WV, passed away surrounded by his family on September 22, 2026, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, WV.
He was born October 30, 1957, in West Hamlin, WV, to Hubert and Velva Huffman. James married Rosa Pierson on June 27, 1998, in Culloden, WV.
James attended and graduated from East Bank High School in 1975....
