Obituaries

Nov 20, 2024

Billie Gaye Stresing Goble Prather, 79, of South Charleston passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

She was born in Lackawanna, New York on November 25, 1944 to the late June L. Stresing Hody and William H. Guy.

Billie worked as an accountant for the Regional Jail Authority.  When she wasn't working, Billie enjoyed cooking,...

Nov 19, 2024

Juanita Gay Stickler Jones, 94, of Ripley, West Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

She was born on August 24, 1930, the daughter of Edward and Carrie Stickler, and the sister of brothers Sherrell and Ray Stickler

A graduate of Hamlin High School and Saint Albans Business School, Juanita worked many years as...

Nov 13, 2024

Trilba McCoy Hicks, 96, of Charleston passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

She was born on April 27, 1928  in Floyd County, KY to Jarvey  and Lula Newman McCoy.

Trilba owned Better Cleaning Service and Tan Tamer Tanning Salon.  She also attended Walker Chapel in Tuppers Creek....

Nov 9, 2024

Rahma J. Clonch, 84, of Dunbar, West Virginia, was called to her Heavenly home on November 9, 2024.

She was a loving mother, wife, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, and a friend to all that knew her.

Rahma was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, George W. Dickens and Gerald Clonch; son, George Derek Dickens;...

Nov 8, 2024

Guy Edgar Schultz, 82, of South Charleston passed away at home on Friday, November 8, 2024.

He was born in Charleston, WV to the late Leroy and Ona Schultz.

Guy was a graduate of the old George Washington High School in Alum Creek. He owned and operated Schultz Carpet Service for over 53 years.  In...

Nov 6, 2024

David A. McFadden IV (Bubba) of Dunbar passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, after a long illness.

He was a graduate of East Bank Senior High School.  David was raised in Eskdale and later became an Eskdale volunteer fire fighter.  He was a former employee of Baker Hughes, Inc.

David was an avid...

Nov 5, 2024

Brenda Jenkins, 76, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, surrounded by love and family.

Born in Huntington, West Virginia, Brenda was known for her warmth, infectious laughter, and an open heart that welcomed everyone she met.

A dedicated hairstylist at Sears for many years, Brenda touched countless lives, transforming not only appearances but also...

Nov 3, 2024

Mary Beth (Raines) Reynolds, 65, of Dunbar passed away unexpectedly at CAMC on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

She was one of three children born in Burgoon, OH to the late James and Nathelia Raines.

Mary was a graduate of Dunbar High School and after graduation went on to work at Parkway Supermarket and Kroger.  In...

Nov 3, 2024

Richard L. "Dick" Lutz, 90, of South Charleston, broke the bonds of Earth on Sunday, November 3, 2024, to claim our little cabin in the corner of Glory Land.

He was born on May 14, 1934, in Charleston, to the late Ed and Gladys Lutz.

Dick was a proud Marine serving at Camp Lejeune, NC...

Oct 31, 2024

Teddy Leonard Bragg, 84, of Sod, WV lost his battle to cancer on Thursday, October 31, 2024.

Teddy was born at home on November 10,1939 in Sod, WV. He was the youngest of seven children born to the late Earl and Vesta Bragg.

Teddy served in the Army 1958-1960. He wore many hats in his...

Oct 26, 2024

Tammy Rose Osborne Zednik, 60, of Cross Lanes went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 26, 2024.

Tammy was born in Miami, Florida on August 5, 1964, and was much loved by her parents, the late Alva Ray and Joyce Carolyn Osborne.

Tammy graduated from Sherman High School where she played volleyball,...

Oct 25, 2024

Mollie Boardman, lifetime resident of South Charleston, was born on March 23, 1944 and passed away on October 25, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Boardman, and mother, Virginia Neal.

Mollie is survived by her sons, Johnny Boardman of South Charleston, Jimmy Boardman of Dunbar, Terry Boardman of South Charleston; daughters,...

Oct 21, 2024

Brenda Kay Jenkins-Peters, 73, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 21, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born on March 30, 1951, in Charleston, to the late Carl and Orean Johnson.

Brenda was a 1969 graduate of Sissonville High School.  After graduating, for many years she...

Oct 17, 2024

Michael B. Vealey, 56, of Belle, WV formerly Cabin Creek, WV passed away on October 17, 2024.

He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 6, 1967 to the late Bruce and Jane Vealey.

Mike worked as a mail carrier most of his early life as well as serving in the United States Army.  He...

Oct 14, 2024

Irene Bostic, 86, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 14, 2024.

She was born on September 20, 1938, in Magdeburg, Germany, to the late Wilhelm Holzmacher and Charlotte Holzmacher Grabowski.

Irene was born and raised in East Germany, where she lived through World War II.  As a young woman...

Oct 13, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael O'Dell McCutcheon, 46, on October 13, 2024.

He was born to parents Raymond and Jean McCutcheon on December 18. 1977 in Charleston, WV.

Michael graduated from Sissonville High School in 1996.  He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, where he...

Oct 12, 2024

Jeffrey A. Martin, 66, of Culloden, West Virginia went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 12, 2024 while at home.

Jeff worked as a paramedic for Marmet ambulance service, and retired from Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority.  He was fondly referred to as "Mountain", a nickname given to him by one of his partners.  ...

Oct 11, 2024

Deborah Jean Watson, lovingly known as "Deb", gained her wings on October 11, 2024, at the age of 60, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Born on May 24, 1964, in Charleston, WV, Deb attended Chandler, Lincoln, and Stonewall schools.  She live her life to the fullest through simple pleasures—chatting with family and friends, cooking,...

Oct 9, 2024

Gregory Scott Bullard of Dunbar, formerly of St. Albans, took his Heavenly flight to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 9, 2024.

Greg was born on February 4, 1966 to the late Harold L. Bullard and Patricia A. Bullard.

Greg was a great musician and played in several gospel and country...

Oct 8, 2024

Martha Young Gross, aged 82, departed this world on October 8, 2024, at Hubbard Hospice House West in South Charleston after a brave battle with cancer. She was a life-long resident of Charleston, WV.

Martha was born on February 11, 1942, to parents Madeline and William Earle Young. She attended Sacred Heart High School, before graduating from...