Obituaries

Mar 27, 2025

Jill Esther Petry, 63, of Marmet, WV, left this earth peacefully on March 27, 2025, at her home in Winfield, WV.

Born on May 22, 1961, Jill's life was marked by the deep connection she forged with those of whom she surrounded herself.  Her dedication to her faith and to her family was fierce, and the amount...

Mar 26, 2025

Robert Lee Samms, Jr., a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on March 26, 2025, after a brief illness.

Born on January 1, 1950, Robert will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Patricia Samms.

Robert is survived...

Mar 26, 2025

Barbara Ann Taylor Mundy, 83, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

She was born on April 22, 1941, in Charleston, to the late Herschel and Mimie Taylor.

Barbara attended Dunbar Junior High. She loved flowers, gardening, shopping, couponing and canning. She loved her family and will be...

Mar 22, 2025

John Mark Richardson Jr., 77, of Charleston, was called home on March 22, 2025.

He was born on November 3, 1947, in Charleston, to the late John and Beatrice Richardson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Donna Jean Dugan.

He is survived by his devoted wife...

Mar 21, 2025

Charles Ray "Charlie" Lacy 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025 at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston.

He was born at home on June 23, 1933, on 17th Street in Dunbar, to the late Paul O'Grady Lacy and Beulah Louise Cline Lacy.

He attended Stonewall High School then later joined the Army....

Mar 14, 2025

Patsy Jean Stewart, 74, of Dunbar, WV passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025 at  home after a brief illness. Her light was extinguished just two days shy of her 75th birthday.

She was born March 16, 1950, in St. Louis, MO to Donald McBenge and Mary (Arban) McBenge of St. Louis, Mo. After leaving the Midwest,...

Mar 11, 2025

Frances Lee Sloan, 90, of Cross Lanes, West Virginia, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed away on March 11, 2025, after a short illness.

Frances was born on August 7, 1934 to Lorraine and Talmadge Speck in Charleston, West Virginia and grew up in Dunbar, West Virginia.

Frances started...

Mar 10, 2025

Dorethea "Rita" Elaine Williams, a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend transitioned on March 10, 2025, to our Heavenly Father.

She was born on December 31, 1960 in France to the late Henry and Amanda Cameron.

Dorethea was a proud graduate of Charleston High School, and studied nursing at Alston Community College in Texas.  ...

Mar 8, 2025

Lois White Light Koontz Nypl, age 93, of Dunbar, went to Heaven to celebrate with her friends and loved ones on March 8, 2025.

She was born on May 4, 1931, to the late James Lewis White and Ona Elizabeth Gandee White.

Lois never met  a stranger—she had a gift of conversation and loved getting...

Mar 4, 2025

Louise Marie Martin, 38, of Saint Albans, West Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2025.

She was born on October 27, 1986.

Louise was a one-of-a-kind individual who brought joy to the lives of everyone she encountered.  She loved writing, drawing, making bracelets for others, bowling, and spending time with her friends and the...

Mar 3, 2025

Kenneth Lewis Williams  82, peacefully passed away at his home on Monday March 3, 2025.

He was born on April 5, 1942 in Charleston, West Virginia to the late Kenneth and Naomi Williams.

Kenneth was a graduate of Dunbar High School then went on to attend and graduate from West Virginia State College. He worked...

Feb 28, 2025

On Friday, February 28, 2025, our beloved Marsha Elaine Berry, age 71, was called home to be with our Lord.

Marsha was born on August 15, 1953, in Charleston, WV, the daughter of James Woodson and Margaret Berry.

She grew up in the Triangle District of Charleston and Washington Manor.  Marsha attended Fruth Elementary, John...

Feb 28, 2025

Oswald Langford Roach, age 73, of Dunbar, WV transitioned on February 28, 2025.

He was born on December 22, 1951, in Williamson, WV to the late Reverend Jasper C. Roach and Mildred L. Roach.Oswald, who was affectionately known as "Oz", was the youngest of five children.

He graduated from Williamson High School in 1969, where...

Feb 27, 2025

James Clifford Crockett Sr., 75, of St. Albans, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2025.

He was born on June 5, 1949 in Charleston, to the late Ray and Betty Crockett.

Jimmy graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in 1967 and the following day he left for his duty with the U.S. Army. He...

Feb 26, 2025

Sherry Bossie, 63, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on February 26, 2025.

Sherry was born and raised in Dunbar, graduating from Dunbar High School in 1979 and then with honors from West Virginia University in 1983.  She was a licensed CPA and had a successful career as a director at the West Virginia Housing Development...

Feb 25, 2025

Glenn Edward Williams, 78, of South Charleston, WV passed away peacefully while holding his beloved wife Brenda's hand on February 25, 2025.

He was born on June 28, 1946 in Kanawha County West Virginia, to the late Burley and Maxine Williams.

Glenn served in the United States Air Force as an aircraft rotor and propeller...

Feb 25, 2025

Stephen C. Campbell of Buffalo, WV, was called to his heavenly home on February 25, 2025 after a battle with cancer, at WVU Thomas Memorial with his soulmate, Doris Caldwell Miller, by his side.

He was born on November 12, 1951 to his parents, Mary Ellen and Clinton Campbell.

Stephen graduated from Dunbar High School...

Feb 24, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Judy Lee Tittle on February 24, 2025, at the age of 78.

Born on January 3, 1947, in Charleston, West Virginia, to the late Ruby and Mabel Elkins, Judy was a devoted homemaker and a loving soul who brought light to the lives of everyone around...

Feb 23, 2025

Mrs. Renate King, 85, of Charleston WV/Berlin Germany, peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at CAMC General Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born on November 3, 1939 in the Czech Republic (Former Czechoslovakia) to the late  Margarete Ritter and Werner Jansch.

Renate's life was of creativity, resilience, and unwavering devotion to...

Feb 23, 2025

Jerry Dale Jones, born on September 11, 1944, was born in Charleston, West Virginia, and passed on Sunday, February 23, 2025.

He was a 1962 graduate of St. Albans High School, the son of the late Clifford Jones and Marie Donahue Jones formally of Soldier, Kentucky.

Jerry was married to the late Sheila Ann Jones.  ...