Obituaries

Aug 4, 2024

Danikka Laverne McKeever Harris was called home to be with the Lord our God on August 4, 2024.

She was born on April 3, 1983 to the late Wanda McKeever and Keith Carter.

Danikka spent her early years in Charleston, WV, and when she was a teenager her mother moved the family to Dunbar, WV,...

Aug 1, 2024

Tonya Ray Clendenin, 64, of Cross Lanes, passed away at home on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

She was born on December 13, 1959 in Charleston, to the late Samuel and Geraldine Ray.

Tonya enjoyed a 30 year career in accounting, 24 of those with Davis Tax Agency.

In addition to her parents she...

Aug 1, 2024

Jean Carroll Moles, 88, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

Jean was born July 21, 1936, and a life long resident of Dunbar, WV. Jean graduated Dunbar High School in 1954 and married her high school sweetheart Jimmy in 1955 and began their lives together, which lasted 66yrs.

Jul 29, 2024

Thomas L. Creighton, 87, of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 29, 2024.

He was born on July 23, 1937 in South Charleston, to the late George and Leulla Creighton.

Thomas served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He work at Union Carbide as a mechanical engineer for around 45...

Jul 27, 2024

Mother Lucille House, 88, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on July 27, 2024 surrounded by her three daughters and extended family.

She was born on February 1, 1936 in Ward, WV to the late William and Hattie Preston.

Lucille retired from AVCO in Port Chester, NY and Laidlaw School Bus Company after...

Jul 25, 2024

Today we acknowledge the life and legacy of William "Chill Will" Davis, 57 years young of Dunbar, West Virginia. William was granted his ticket to paradise on July 25, 2024, in Dunbar, West Virginia.

William was born July 10, 1967, to Leroy and Lois Mosley, in Charleston West Virginia.

William attended Dunbar High School. He...

Jul 25, 2024

David Eugene Taylor, 63, passed away on July 25, 2024 in Sissonville, WV from a short illness.

Born in Charleston, WV on May 22, 1961 to the late Eldon and Vera Taylor, he was a lifelong resident of the Sissonville area.

David loved the outdoors and hunting.  He was very witty and was always making...

Jul 22, 2024

William L. Pile, Jr. passed away peacefully on July 22, 2024.  He was born on September 22, 1944 in Charleston, WV to William L. Pile, Sr. and Aldena Mae (Ballard) Pile.  He spent most of his life in Dunbar, WV and was a 1962 graduate of Dunbar High School in Dunbar, WV.

Bill was preceded in death...

Jul 17, 2024

Joyce Gail Duttine, 79, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.

She was born on October 8, 1944 to the late Dennie R. and Icie E. Schoolcraft in Charleston, WV.

Joyce graduated from Walton High School in 1962, and later graduated with an Accounting Degree from the  Charleston School of Commerce in 1964.  She loved...

Jul 16, 2024

Carl Gene Strickland, 86, of Dunbar, graduated to his Heavenly home, on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints" Psalm 116:15.

He was born on June 12, 1938, in Elkview,  WV to the late Cecil and Betty Strickland.

Carl graduated from Elkview High School, attended...

Jul 15, 2024

Melissa Ann Carr, age 50, of Kenna, WV died surrounded by her family at Cabell Huntington Hospital on July 15, 2024 after a decade long fight with ovarian cancer.

Melissa was born and raised in WV and wasn't afraid of anything.  There was no animal she didn't love and no critter she wouldn't pet.  She was an...

Jul 14, 2024

Franklin Woodrow Frame, 87, of South Charleston, passed away peacefully from natural causes on July 14, 2024.

He was born on June 7, 1937 in South Charleston to the late Robert Russell and Garnet Mae Frame, but he always celebrated his birthday on June 6th.

Frank, who was fondly referred to by many as "Burrhead",...

Jul 6, 2024

Danny Ray Smith, 76, of Poca, passed away on July 6, 2024 at home.

He loved playing bluegrass music, his friends, and his faithful companion, Huck.

Danny was preceded in death by his parents, Garnett and Louise Smith; his daughter, Jo Ellen; and his son, Will.

He is survived by his wife, Dawn;...

Jul 5, 2024

Pansy Lee Bailey, 68, of Poca went home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2024

She was born on July 14, 1955 in Charleston, WV, the daughter of the late Vernon and Della Reed.

Pansy's passion in life was spending as much time as she could with family and crafting.

In...

Jul 5, 2024

Carol Jean Stewart passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024 at home, at the age of 74.

She was born on August 9, 1949 to Harley Devern Foos and Dorothy Mae Schell Foos in Ransom, Kansas.

Carol was a dedicated, hard working individual who spent her career working for Columbia Gas Transmission in various capacities...

Jul 5, 2024

On July 5, 2024, Goldia Elizabeth "Liz" (Moten) Given, 88, beloved wife, mother, mamaw, daughter, sister, aunt and friend decided to go dancing in Heaven after a battle with lung cancer. We are sure she is happy.  Although we are beyond sad, we are confident  that she was met in Heaven with open arms by Jesus, her husband, Erra...

Jul 3, 2024

John "Johnny" Creighton, 78, of South Charleston passed away peacefully at home on July 3, 2024 with his wife and daughter by his side.

He was the third son born to the late George Sr. and Leulla Creighton.

Johnny retired from Thomas Memorial Hospital after 38 years.  He never met a stranger and made many...

Jun 29, 2024

Roberta "Bobbie" Lee Smith, 71, went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona after a long illness.

Bobbie was born on December 6, 1952 in Charleston, WV to the late Robert and Genevieve Salisbury.

She was retired from the Kanawha County Clerk's Office, and a member of Genesis Fellowship...

Jun 28, 2024

Bjarni John Carter, 68, our Viking Warrior, went home to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer.  Surrounded by loved ones, he passed away peacefully at Hubbard Hospice House on Friday, June 28, 2024.

John was a proud South Charleston High School Black Eagle graduating in 1974.  He retired after 40 years of service...

Jun 25, 2024

Dennis Ray Vance, 81, of Dunbar passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024.

He was born on July 26, 1942 to Noah and Carrie Vance in St. Albans, WV.

Dennis was a graduate of St. Albans High School and had been active in the Army National Guard.  He worked for his father-in-law, Olther Womack, as...