Obituaries

May 13, 2024

Sherry Lynn Larch Neely, 60, of Cross Lanes, WV went home to be the Lord on Monday, May 13, 2024 after a courageous and hard fought battle with cancer.

Sherry was born March 20, 1964, a daughter of Jerry Larch and Sandy Farris.

Sherry had a strong faith in the Lord, and a beautiful heart...

Apr 30, 2024

Patricia Ann Love, 77, was called home on April 30, 2024, surrounded by her family after a long illness.

Pat was a retired homemaker that enjoyed spending time with family and spoiling their little dog Peanut.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend that will be forever missed.

She was preceded in...

Apr 24, 2024

James "Zach" Briscoe, 52, of Huntington unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2024.

Zach grew up in the Nitro area near Charleston, and was a very kind, loving, and hard working man.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rosemary and Raymond Briscoe.

Zach was survived by...

Apr 22, 2024

David Alan Damron, 73, of St. Albans, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024.

He was born on March 2, 1951 in Kenova, to the late Charles and Helen Damron.

In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his brother, Charles "Snub" Damron, Jr.

David is survived by his loving...

Apr 21, 2024

Allen Michael Burgess, 33, of Cabin Creek, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 21, 2024.

He was born on September 19, 1990. In Charleston, to the late David and Sandra Burgess.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Brandy Burgess; his brother, David Burgess Jr.,;...

Apr 20, 2024

Graydon R. Belcher, Sr. "Big Grady" of South Charleston passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the age of 60 due to a fall.

He was born in South Charleston on April 6, 1964.

Grady was a successful roofing contractor and business owner for many decades.  He will be remembered as a loving son,...

Apr 15, 2024

Connie Lou Mobley, 75, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 15, 2024.

She was born on September 24, 1948, in Pomeroy, Ohio, to the late Ronald Brooks and Mary Lou Trout.

Connie is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Robert Mobley of Charleston.

A graveside...

Apr 15, 2024

It is with love and sadness that our family is announcing the passing of our beloved brother, Jeffery Bryant Fields at the age of 52.

Jeff was a light in many people's lives.  He had a smile that could light up a room, was known for his sense of humor and kind soul.  From a young age,...

Apr 14, 2024

Bonnie Lou (Coe) Holmes passed away on April 14, 2024 in Charleston, WV.

She was born on October 7, 1950 to the late Mildred and William Coe.

Bonnie attended Wheeling High School, and furthered  her education at West Virginia University.  She was a beloved pharmacist for over 40 years, dedicating her life to helping others.  ...

Apr 13, 2024

Gail Cardwell Black, beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, passed away on April 13, 2024, at the age of 59.

She was born on April 17, 1964, to Fiauna Brown Cardwell and the late Mark Cardwell, Jr.

Gail was a precious member of her family and community, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and...

Apr 13, 2024

Delores Jean Atkins, 88, of Athens, Alabama was born May 16, 1935, and passed away on April 13, 2024, at home following a long struggle with Alzheimer's and a recent fall.

She was previously a long-time resident of West Virginia for 83 years and always considered West Virginia as home. She retired from Charleston Dept. Store and...

Apr 10, 2024

Timothy Lynn "Red" Cobb, 58, of Charleston was called home to the Lord on April 10, 2024.

Timothy was born December 4, 1965 in Gassaway to the late Lewis and Juanita Cobb.

He enjoyed woodworking, fixing bikes, and playing with his fur baby, Harley. He will be dearly missed by so many.

Timothy...

Apr 8, 2024

Glen E. Wisnewski, 83, passed away on April 8, 2024, at Hospice Hubbard House in Charleston. WV.  Glen had suffered with Parkinson's/Lewy body for several years.

Glen was born on March 29, 1941, to parents, Alexander Edward and Marguerite Agness (Carnefix) Wisnewski.

He grew up on Charleston's west side and was a graduate of Stonewall...

Apr 7, 2024

Shannon Leslie Fankhouser, age 74, of Teays Valley, WV passed away on April 7, 2024.

He was born in South Charleston, WV on May 2, 1949.  Shannon resided in Dunbar, WV during most of his school years where he graduated from Dunbar High School and attended the local college.  He served four years (1970-1974) in the Air...

Apr 7, 2024

Ernestine Williams departed this life at 86 years of age on Sunday, April 7, 2024.

She was born in Putnam County, Raymond City, West Virginia. Ernestine received her education at Garnet High School in Charleston, West Virginia.  She began her career as a secretary working at a medical office in Queens, New York where she lived for...

Apr 6, 2024

Anthony Lezel Morrison (Tony), 65, of Charleston, made a peaceful transition of life from Charleston Area Medical Center on Saturday, April 6, 2024 after a battle with cancer.

A native West Virginian, he was born on July 1, 1958, in Charleston, to the late William C. and Louise Morrison also known as "Cotton and Peaches".  Tony graduated...

Apr 5, 2024

Theresa Gay Branham, 67, of Charleston passed away April 5, 2024 after a long illness.

Born in Harlan, Kentucky to parents James Branham and Carol Urey who have since passed.

Theresa previously live in Montana, North Carolina, and Ohio, before settling in West Virginia. She was married to Roger Hanna, who passed away in December...

Mar 31, 2024

Bill "Billy", "Slim", "69" Sayles, 64, of Charleston, WV passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024.

He attended Stonewall High School and Salem College.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents, William II and Gloria; and his sister, Cassandra Sayles.

He is survived by his sisters, Rena Sayles, Tracy Johnson, and Carla...

Mar 31, 2024

Jack Parsons of South Charleston, departed this earth on Resurrection Day, March 31, 2024 to be with Jesus his Savior and his loving wife of almost seventy years, Laura Parsons. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Jack was a son of the late Sankey and Reverend Dorothy Parsons. He was born on November 19, 1936. In...

Mar 30, 2024

Joseph Mark "Joe" Lanham, 68, a life long resident of Dunbar, WV, sadly left us on Saturday, March 30, 2024 to be with his late wife of 37 years, that he dearly loved, Tamma Kay Lanham.

He was born in Charleston, WV on December 11, 1955 to the late Elvan and Georgia Lanham.

Joe, a...