Obituaries

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...

Jun 19, 2024

Barbara Ann (Nelson) Carroll transitioned at the age of 89 on June 19, 2024, at her home in Dunbar, WV surrounded by family and friends.

Barbara was the only child born to Dr. James H. Nelson, Jr and Elizabeth O. (Connor) Nelson on March 10, 1935 in Covington, VA. With unwavering strength and abundant love, she embraced...

Jun 18, 2024

Sharon Louise Satterfield transitioned from this life to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.

She was born in South Charleston on November 17, 1945. She graduated from South Charleston High School and retired from Mountaineer Gas Company.

Sharon, aka Granny Mae and Mae Mae, was a talented seamstress who had a love...

Jun 15, 2024

Larry Alan Lanham, 34, of Charleston, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

He was born on December 7, 1989, in Charleston, to Robert and Louise Lanham.

Larry is survived by his daughter, Arianna Lanham of Charleston; father, Robert Lanham of Charleston; mother, Louise Burdette Lanham of Charleston; siblings, Robert Burdette and wife Lorrie of...

Jun 11, 2024

Bonnie Louise "Bunny" Womack Vance, 76, of Dunbar passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

She was born on March 11, 1948 to Olther L. and Clela A. Womack in St. Albans, WV.

Bonnie was a very kind and loving person who was always willing to help others. She was a wonderful cook, loved her...

Jun 8, 2024

A loving husband of 57 years and a wonderful father and grandfather, Harry Herbert Green, Jr., "Buddy", 82, of St. Albans, West Virginia, passed away on June 8, 2024.

Buddy attended college, served in the Army, and retired from Union Carbide/DOW. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his sons and...

Jun 8, 2024

June Clark, 85, of Dunbar passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at CAMC after a long illness.

She was born on June 16, 1938 in Charleston to the late Merle and Eugene Berry.

June was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School.  She enjoyed family and friend gatherings and camping.

In addition...

Jun 1, 2024

Sedric Lamar Cook, 40, of Dunbar went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at home.

He was born on October 26, 1983 to Cindy O'Neal and Noel G. Cook.

Sedric was a graduate of South Charleston High School. He was an insurance investigator.  Sedric liked his job because it put...

May 31, 2024

Mercedes Sky Gibson, born on September 22, 2001 in Charleston, WV, illuminated our lives with her radiant presence until she peacefully passed away on May 31, 2024 in South Charleston, WV.

Mercedes was a beacon of light, capable of brightening even the darkest of rooms and bringing joy to the weariest of souls.  Her infectious smile had...

May 28, 2024

Mark Norman Lines, 53, has passed away at his residence at Fraziers Bottom, West Virginia on May 28, 2024.

He was born in New Jersey on October 18, 1970 to Jean Laura Gasslein-Lines and Norman Lines.

Mark was a graduate of Nitro High School, and worked as a Computer Network Engineer for CityNet.  He enjoyed...

May 27, 2024

Former Chief Deputy Phillip L. "Phil" Morris, 81, of Cross Lanes, passed away Monday, May 27, 2024 at CAMC General Division.

He served as Chief Deputy of the Kanawha County Sheriff's Department for eight years under former Sheriff Dave Tucker.

Phil was a graduate of Dunbar High School, attended WV State College and graduated from...

May 25, 2024

Dimitri Alec Kyle Coleman, 29, a native of Charleston, was taken away suddenly on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

He was the son of Alvernita Coleman and the late William E. Smith. Dimitri was born on November 11, 1994 at Women and Children's Hospital in Charleston.

He is proceeded in death by his father, William E....

May 25, 2024

Carolyn Marie Cannon, 85, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

She was born on October 11, 1938 in Dunbar, to the late Edward and Anna Marie Cannon.

She grew up in Dunbar and graduated from Dunbar High School and Wheeling College. She also lived in Washington D.C....

May 22, 2024

Suzette Denise Rush - James, affectionately called "Sue" or "Big Mama," gracefully transitioned on May 22, 2024, at the age of seventy-five, surrounded by her family.

She was born on October 10, 1948, to the late Charles Rush, Sr., and Thelma Beatrice Williams Rush in Charleston, WV. Suzette attended Kanawha County Public Schools and graduated from Charleston...