Obituaries

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...

Oct 7, 2024

Wanda Gaye Harless, 76, of St. Albans, WV, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2024, after battling a prolonged illness.

She was born on August 10, 1948, in Culloden, WV, to the late Harley and Thelma Clark.

She grew up in Hurricane along with seven siblings, attending Hurricane High School, and graduating in 1966.  ...

Oct 6, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lakeish Janell Edwards, who went to be home with the Lord on October 6, 2024.

Born on August 13, 1986, Lakeish lived a life filled with love, light, and joy.  She had an extraordinary gift for making everyone around her feel seen and valued.  Known for her radiant smile...

Oct 6, 2024

Dexter Shaffer, 69, of Charleston died on Sunday, October 6, 2024 after a short illness.

He was born in Charleston on January 8, 1955 to the late Dexter and Virginia Mae Shaffer.

He never met a stranger and loved to talk to people all over town.  Dexter will be greatly missed.  He loved his family...

Oct 5, 2024

Hubert S. "Rabbit" Jones, 92, died at home on Saturday, October 5, 2024 under hospice care with his loving girlfriend, Katy Layne, by his side.

Hubert was born on May 7, 1932 in Laing, West Virginia to the late James Jones and Comora Washington Jones.

He attended Wake Forest Junior High in Laing, WV before...

Oct 4, 2024

Bill Miller, 85, of Dunbar, WV, passed on October 4, 2024, in Hospice Care at CAMC Memorial Hospital, after a short illness.  He was born January 26, 1939.

The son of the late John and Bessie Miller.  In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his sisters, Odessa Jenkins and Janice Ragland and his...

Oct 2, 2024

In loving memory of Loretta Jackson who was born on January 23, 1958 to Arnie Meadows and Daisy Marie Combs.  She gained her wings October 2, 2024 at CAMC Memorial/Vandalia Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia due to heart complications.

She married Paul Jackson on February 12, 1994, and had thirty wonderful years of marriage.

Loretta...

Sep 30, 2024

Ronald P. Bush, 81, of Dunbar left this world on September 30, 2024.

He was born on May 5, 1943 in Covington, VA to the late Benjamin and Hazel Bush.

Ron graduated from Dunbar High School in 1962.  He then served in the Army for three years.  Ron retired from the Army National Guard as...

Sep 30, 2024

Gregory "Tonya" Hill, 54, of Charleston, WV passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024.

Greg was born on December 19, 1969 to Jarrell "Jerry" Hill and Sharon Dawson Adkins.

Greg (commonly known as Tee or Tayna) was a very loving and happy person. He truly loved all his family and friends and in turn he...

Sep 29, 2024

Jack Warner Underwood Sr., 88, of St. Albans, formerly of Dunbar, went to sleep on Sunday, September 29, 2024.

He was born on June 10, 1936 in Caldwell, WV, to the late Edgar and Margaret Underwood.

Jack was raised by his aunt and uncle, Harold and Myrtle Cain. He was a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran....

Sep 29, 2024

Rebecca "Becki" Ann Burgess Rucker, 60,  of Charleston, passed away on September 29, 2024 after a brief illness.

Becki was born in Charleston to the Charles and Lois Burgess.

She attended Stonewall Jackson High School where she graduated with the class of 1982.  Becki worked at AT&T for many years.  She enjoyed helping people and...

Sep 27, 2024

James William Clark, Jr., 62, of Ona WV went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 27, 2024.

He was born on May 21, 1962, the son of James W. Clark, Sr. and Mother Charlotte (Clark) McCoy.

James worked for Halstead's for many years and owned his own C & A Body Shop.

Sep 27, 2024

Tina Marie (Barefield) Worrell, 61, of Charleston passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024.

She was born in Charleston on December 26 1962. Tina was preceded in death by her father, Arnold Barefield; mother and step-father, Norma and Wandel Mullins.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Chuck...

Sep 26, 2024

Ethel Lynne Martin, 81, passed away on September, 26, 2024.

Please, join us for a very unique memorial service to celebrate the life of Ethel Lynne Martin aka "Grammy".  Join us Friday, October 4 at the Dunbar First Church of God activity center to remember and honor a wonderful, loving and fun woman who will be greatly...