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....
Hunter Allen Combs
Sep 21, 2026
Hunter Allen Combs, 12, passed on Monday, September 21, 2026, due to injuries sustained from a vehicle accident.
Born on August 3, 2014, in South Charleston, West Virginia, Hunter brought immense light and joy to everyone's lives in his short time with us. Hunter loved basketball, going fishing, scrolling TikTok, and more importantly sharing bright smiles and goofing off with his...
Merrill Irving Sr.
Sep 20, 2026
Merrill Irving, Sr. was born on September 26, 1958, in Covington, Virginia, and was raised by Oliver Dempsey Irving and Dorothy Virginia (Burkes) Irving.
Merrill Irving Sr. passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, just six days before his 68th birthday.
The year 1976 was a pivotal year in Merrill’s life. It was the year he graduated from high school, married Teresa...
Joan C. Balser
Sep 19, 2026
Joan C. Balser, 95, passed away peacefully at Angel’s Touch in St. Albans, WV, on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
She was proceeded in death by her loving husband, Blaine Balser; her daughter, Evelyn Neal; her son, Jeff Balser; her parents, David and Bernice Casdorph; her brothers Basil, Roy and Ray Casdorph; her sister, Mary Jones.
Those left to cherish her memory are...
Isaiah "Ike" Eugene Coleman
Sep 14, 2026
Isaiah Eugene Coleman (Ike), 81, of Cross Lanes, WV, was born June 18, 1945, in Cabin Creek, WV, to the late John and Alease Smith.
Ike graduated from East Bank High School, and in 1967, he was very proud to receive his bachelor’s degree from Morris Harvey College. His passion for education also continued in his professional career where Ike also...
Sarah Jane Morris
Sep 12, 2026
Sarah Jane Morris passed September 12, 2026, in Piketon, Ohio. She was born June 1, 1987, to Roger and June Morris of Charleston, WV.
Sarah is preceded in death by her father, Roger Morris, and her brother, Matthew Morris.
Those left to cherish her memories are her mother, June Morris; her companion, Henry Wideman; her son, Micah Wideman; her sisters, Teresa Holbrook...
Daniel Carroll Cardwell
Sep 8, 2026
Daniel Carroll Cardwell, 65, left this earth after a long illness on September 8, 2026. He was born November 6, 1960, in Huntington, WV.
He was preceded in death by his father, Standard Oliver “Jr” Cardwell whom he dearly loved and admired; and step-mother, Genevieve Cardwell; and his sisters, Linda Kay Warf, Mildred Music and Judy White.
He is survived by his...
Rev. Dr. Larry McCallister, Sr.
Sep 8, 2026
The Reverend Dr. Larry McCallister, Sr., 78, of Saint Albans, went home to be with his Lord on September 8, 2026, following a long illness.
Larry was born on April 23, 1948, to his parents, the late Lawrence Wilbur McCallister and Christa Arlene Roberts McCallister.
He was a graduate of Duval High School, Lincoln Co., WV; West Virginia State University (BS in...
Sharon Kay Bush
Sep 5, 2026
Sharon Kay Bush, 84, of Dunbar left this earth on September 5, 2026, just 22 days shy of her 85th birthday at Sweetbrier Assisted Living. She was born September 27, 1941, to Clarence and Imogene Jarvis.
She was a graduate of South Charleston High School. She retired in 2005 from Thomas Memorial Hospital as a stenographer.
She was preceded in death by...
