Obituaries

Feb 3, 2025

Coy Franklin Wills, 66, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at CAMC Memorial Hospital in Charleston, WV.

He was born in Mountain State Memorial Hospital on January 13, 1959 to the late Dorthy Lee Wills.

Coy went to Lincoln Jr. High School, and retired from Loudin's Appliances as a technician.  In his free time,...

Feb 3, 2025

Estella "Polly" Jane Audrey Nappier, 86, of Dunbar, embarked on her Heavenly journey, reuniting with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 3, 2025.

Born on June 14, 1938, to the late Lillian Hunter and OD Dyess, Estella was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother, radiating love, warmth, and inspiration to her family.

Estella's heart...

Feb 1, 2025

John Cornwell Ailes, Jr., 80, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, surrounded by family at his home in Nitro, WV.

John was born on March 8, 1944, in Parkersburg, WV, and grew up in Romney, WV.

John was a graduate of Romney High School and he graduated from West Virginia University with a B.S....

Feb 1, 2025

Robert R. "Speedy" Raines, Jr., 92, of Dunbar, WV, entered eternal rest on February 1, 2025 following a brief illness.

He was born August 13, 1932 in Princeton, WV, the only child of Robert R. Raines, Sr. and Caroline Schwing Raines.

Robert graduated  in 1950 from Dunbar High School, and earned a bachelor's degree in...

Feb 1, 2025

Paul Clifford Hermansdorfer, 81, of St. Albans, WV, peacefully passed away on February 1, 2025, at Sweetbriar Assisted Living, after a long battle with dementia.

Paul was born on October 13, 1943, to the late Paul Abraham Hermansdorfer and Betty Anne Hermansdorfer.  He grew up in Dunbar, WV where he met the love of his life, Betty...

Jan 31, 2025

Elizabeth Martin, 68, of Dunbar, West Virginia, passed away peacefully after a long illness.

Born in Roswell, New Mexico, to Andrew H. Simpson, Sr. and Mary Ann Casto, Elizabeth moved with her family to Charleston, West Virginia, and later settled in Dunbar, where she spent the most of her life.

Elizabeth had a vibrant personality...

Jan 31, 2025

Herbert "Sonny" Martin, Jr., 86, of Dunbar, WV entered Heaven's Gates on January 31, 2025.

He was born on August 9, 1938 in McComas, WV to the late Hubert Martin and Virginia Wade Martin.

Herbert owned Extra Brite Cleaning Service where he worked until retirement.  He liked his cowboy hats, cowboy boots, and country music,...

Jan 31, 2025

Steven George Collias, 71, of St. Albans, WV passed away on January 31, 2025, at WVU Thomas Memorial Hospital.

He was born on February 5, 1953 and raised in Charleston, WV to the late Steve Manual Collias and Ethel Psathas Collias.

Steven also graduated from Charleston High School in 1971 and worked at "The Coffee...

Jan 30, 2025

Doris J. Plumley Burdette, 86, of Dunbar went home with our Lord and Savior on January 30, 2025 at CAMC General Division.

She was retired from CAMC after 30 years of service.  She loved sewing, cross stitching, and her beloved pet Zella.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Yewell Plumley and Crystal Cavender...

Jan 28, 2025

Sally Annette (Richardson) Rutledge, 84, of Dunbar, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 28, 2025. She was born on July 16, 1940, at her home in Dunbar, WV, to Fred B. Richardson and Francis O'Dell Richardson O'Neal.

A proud graduate of Dunbar High School, Sally worked as a unit clerk at CAMC for many years...

Jan 26, 2025

Durwin "Red" Leonard, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones.

Born on October 17, 1957, Durwin was a proud alumnus of West Virginia State University.

Durwin had a strong work ethic and spent his career making an impact in various roles.  He worked at Humphrey and...

Jan 26, 2025

James "Jimmy" Grant Spainhour, 83, of Dunbar, WV passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025 due to complications following surgery.

He was born on October 9, 1941, at home in Charleston WV, son of the late David Paul Spainhour, Sr. and Ernestine Hastings.

Jimmy attended church at Rosalina Gospel Tabernacle.

In addition to...

Jan 26, 2025

Florence "Dollie" Louvina (Elliott) Peal, 80, of St. Albans earned her angel wings on Sunday, January 26, 2025.

Dollie was born in Tuppers Creek on August 10, 1944 to the late Thomas and Mary Elliott.

She was a homemaker and a beloved mother of four children.

In addition to her parents, Dollie is...

Jan 24, 2025

Edgar Dwayne Phillips, 58, affectionately know as "Cheese" of Dunbar, West Virginia, transitioned from this life to eternal life on January 24, 2025 surrounded by his family and loved ones at Hubbard Hospice House.

He was the husband of Annette Harris Phillips.  Their journey of love and lifelong friendship began 40 years ago as teenagers.  They were...

Jan 24, 2025

Josie M. Duncan, 92, of Charleston (Loudendale) went home with the Lord on Friday, January 24, 2025 at CAMC Memorial Hospice Care after a short illness.

She was born on December 5, 1932 in Lexington, VA to a Flossie McCulley and Phillip McCulley.

Josie graduated from Effinger High School in 1950 in Collierstown, VA.  She...

Jan 24, 2025

Ann Carlton (Pettry) Skiba, 95, daughter of Guy Carlton Pettry and Sara Jean (Buckley) Pettry, died on Friday, January 24, at the Hubbard Hospice House West in South Charleston, WV, after a short illness.

Ann was a graduate of Charleston Catholic High School, and always stayed involved in the school either through her children and their activities,...

Jan 24, 2025

Raymond E. DeBolt, 85, of Sebring, Florida, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025.

Born on August 9, 1939, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Edward L. and Freda DeBolt.  Raymond graduated from Charleston High School in 1957.  Shortly after, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving his country with dedication until 1961.  Upon returning home, he...

Jan 22, 2025

Dorse Cross, Jr., 64 of Tornado, WV went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2025, at Hubbard Hospice House West with his family by his side after a short battle with cancer.

Dorse was a graduate of South Charleston High School Class of 1978.  He was a hard worker as a body repair technician for...

Jan 21, 2025

David S. Leeber, age 88, of South Charleston, WV, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

David dedicated 41 years of his life to the West Virginia Division of Highways, retiring as Director of Procurement. His dedication and work ethic left a lasting impact on his colleagues and the state...

Jan 21, 2025

Debra Ann (Burk) Kiser, 66, of Charleston, WV, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

She was a 1976 graduate of Dunbar High School, continuing her education earning an ADN (Nursing) from WV Institute of Technology, RBA from WV State University and MBA from WVU.  She recently retired from CAMC as the Director of Quality.