Obituaries

Jul 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David Allen Catlett, Sr., a devoted Christian, Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend.  He passed peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 12, 2025, due to a severe fall.

David was born on March 8, 1939, at home in Morgantown, West Virginia, to proud parents Allen and Lois...

Jul 11, 2025

Wanda Fay (Shirkey) Wilson, 83, of Charleston, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on July 11, 2025.

She was born on July 18, 1941 to the late Winfred and Anna Shirkey of Kanawha County.

Wanda retired as head cook of the Corner Restaurant in Charleston. Her joy, however, was the "work" she did...

Jul 7, 2025

Roberta Marie Burdette, 88, of Sissonville, went to be with the Lord peacefully on July 7, 2025.

She was born in Jackson County, WV on January 27, 1937 to the late Donald and Cuma Casto.

Roberta was a remarkable woman whose love and compassion touched the lives of all that knew her.  She was a...

Jul 7, 2025

Elberta Ann Jackson, 88, of Charleston, WV, went home to be with the Lord on July 7, 2025 surrounded by her family.

She was born in Charleston, WV to the late Reverend Tom and Parsie Goff.

Elberta was a graduate of Dunbar High School, and was retired from Allstate Insurance Company.  She liked  to sew...

Jul 2, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" Walker, nee Stalnaker passed away on July 2, 2025, in Dunbar, WV.

She was born in Parkersburg, WV to Elbert and Jessie, nee McConaha.

Becky was a graduate of West Virginia University, and taught for many years at Point Harmony Elementary School.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David....

Jun 30, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Helen Elaine Gates, who departed this life on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the age of 84. She passed away peacefully in Valley Center Nursing Home in South Charleston.

Helen was born on November 9, 1940, in Charleston, WV, to Russell P. Gates, Sr. and Helen...

Jun 29, 2025

Ray Moore, 77, of Charleston, WV passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025.

Jackie was born on September 10, 1947, to Benjamin "Frank" and Felsia (Phelps) Moore with special mention of his beloved grandmother who raised him, Mary Elizabeth Gallamore.

Jackie worked as a mechanic for Tag Galyean Chevrolet in Charleston and retired from...

Jun 27, 2025

Delores June Shockley of Dunbar, WV passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Born as Delores June Sansom in Three Forks, WV on September 16, 1944, she lived most of her life in West Virginia. Her parents were Clyde Junior Sansom and Freda Gibson. Her siblings Zettie, Randal and Madeline, called her "Kitten" while later in...

Jun 25, 2025

Debra Kay Harrison Wolfe, 64, of Spring Hill, passed away on June 25, 2025 at CAMC Memorial from complications of pancreatic cancer.

She was born on September 22, 1960 in Spring Hill to her parents Otmer and Reba Harrison.

She went to South Charleston High School, and later she earned an associates degree as a...

Jun 25, 2025

Joetta Louise Crowder High, 71, of Dunbar, WV, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025.

She was born on August 31, 1953 in South Charleston, WV, daughter of the late Archie and Wanda Crowder.

Joetta graduated from Charleston Catholic High School.  She attended Marshall University where she obtained her associate's degree.  Joetta worked various jobs...

Jun 24, 2025

Michael Ray Stout Sr., 79, of Saint Albans, went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2025 with his loved ones by his side.

Michael graduated Dunbar High School in 1966.  After he graduated high school, he went directly to the US Air Force to serve his country.  Michael enjoyed hunting fishing, and the outdoors.

Jun 23, 2025

Anna Ruth Keys, 96, of South Charleston went to be with the Lord peacefully at her home on Monday, June 23, 2025.

She was born in Tornado, WV on February 18, 1929 to the late Harry Dow Brammer and Mary Elizabeth McComas Brammer.

Fun-natured with an infectious smile, Anna had a way of making everyone...

Jun 22, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Muilenburg Page, 54, passed away peacefully at her home in South Charleston, WV, on June 22, 2025.

Born on May 7, 1971, in Charleston, WV, she was the eldest of four children of Ted and Yvonne Muilenburg.

After graduating from South Charleston High School, Mary attended West Virginia State University, where she earned...

Jun 21, 2025

Regina Powell - Richardson September 8, 1951 – June 21, 2025

Regina Powell-Richardson was born on September 8, 1951, to Audra Smoot-Dillard and Curtis Davis. Regina's life was richly shaped by the love, faith, and steady presence of her "daddy", Thomas J. Dillard. His quiet strength and devotion left a lasting impression on her heart and planted...

Jun 20, 2025

Sandra Kay Morris, 78, of Charleston, WV passed away in her home on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 9, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Patrick and Delia Elizabeth (Huggins) Morris.

Sandra worked for the WV Department of Motor Vehicles for over 25 years.  After her retirement,...

Jun 16, 2025

Myrna L. Davis, 88, of South Charleston, was welcomed into Heaven the early morning of June 16, 2025.

She was born on December 30, 1936, in Kanawha County to Oscar and Annis Moore.

Myrna spent her final days as she wished, surrounded by her loving family and friends in the comfort of her home. She...

Jun 15, 2025

James Alvin Russell III, 75, of Charleston, WV, died on June 15,  2025.

He was born on July 8,1949, in Lawrenceville, VA to James Alvin Russell, Jr. and Lottye W. Russell.

His K-12 education was received in the Hampton Public Schools, and his college education was completed at Hampton Institute (now Hampton University) located in...

Jun 12, 2025

Dolores French Blackwell, 94, of St. Albans, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025.

As Dolores Thompson, she was well known by many as the first-ever Miss Kanawha County Majorette and was Miss Black Eagle from South Charleston High School. She enjoyed swing and square dancing for many years. She enjoyed her careers in Real estate, at...

Jun 11, 2025

Edward Earl "Tyler" Tolbert went home to be with the LORD on June 11, 2025.

He was born to Emma Francis Sanson Tolbert and Cleo Wilber Tolbert on March 17, 1952 in St. Albans, West Virginia.

Edward loved the LORD JESUS and shared his faith and love of the LORD with many.  He loved "old...

Jun 9, 2025

Marie Jo McGhee, 90, of Dunbar, went to be with the Lord on June 9, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

She was born on March 16, 1935 in Hinton, WV to the late Nathaniel and Dassel P. Wilson.

Marie Jo was a graduate of Hinton High School, and grew up with a love for God,...