Obituaries

Mar 29, 2024

Shirley Wingo Sergent, 88, of Dunbar, WV went home to be with the Lord on Good Friday, March 29, 2024.

She was the daughter of the late Albert & Lillie Wingo and married to the late Ted Sergent, all of Dunbar. Shirley was a 1953 graduate of Dunbar High School and retired from with C&P Telephone, Bell...

Mar 26, 2024

Justin Daniel Henshaw, 43, of St. Albans, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.

He was born on July 16, 1980, in Charleston, to Randy and Melannie Henshaw.

Justin was a great son and father. He was a hard worker and liked the simple thing of life. Justin served 16...

Mar 23, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Allen Jones, 65, died at home on Big Tyler Road, Charleston on March 23, 2024 of natural causes.

Jerry was born in Charleston, WV on February 26, 1959 to the late Ivan Jones and late Joyce Meridith.

Jerry graduated Dunbar Senior High School and was a member of the class of 1977.  He...

Mar 21, 2024

Melinda Susan Pierson, 68, of Dunbar, went home to rest in the arms of Jesus on Thursday, March 21, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on March 8, 1956, in Charleston, to the late William Whittaker and Lorena Simmons.

Susan enjoyed going to her camp and riding on the boat with...

Mar 19, 2024

Georgia Hess, 84, died peacefully on March 19, 2024, after a recent illness.

She was born on May 21, 1940, a long time resident of South Charleston. She had many friends and family in the area. She held several jobs over the years, including as a mail carrier and at a flower shop before working for the...

Mar 19, 2024

Mary Virginia Glancy, 82, of Prospect KY formerly of South Charleston, WV went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 with her loving husband, and eldest son by her side.

The second of three girls born to the late Albert and Margaret Greenlee, Mary was born on August 1, 1941.

Mary...

Mar 17, 2024

Carmen Ann Gore passed away on March 17, 2024, in Charleston, West Virginia.

Born to Mildred and Leroy Bowles on March 24, 1952, Carmen's life was full of love for her family and community.

As a loving mother, she dedicated her life to raising her children, Justin and Amber Gore.  Carmen treasured her children and...

Mar 16, 2024

Drema Mosby, 81, of Institute, WV, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Hubbard Hospice House.

Born on December 25, 1942, in Fayetteville, WV, she was the daughter of the late Harry H. Mosby and Helen Gore Mosby.

She earned her bachelor's degree in elementary education with a minor in English from West...

Mar 16, 2024

Danny Ray Cummings, 64, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

He was born on November 4, 1959, in Charleston, to Virgil and Dorothy Cummings.

Danny was preceded in death by his father, Virgil Cummings; two brothers; and two sisters.

He is survived by his mother,...

Mar 15, 2024

Debra Lynn Insco, 61, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord, on Friday, March 15, 2024.

She was born on December 10, 1962 in Charleston, to the late Junior and Ruth Hanshaw.

Debbie was cherished, adored, and deeply loved by her many friends and family who will greatly miss her.

In...

Mar 12, 2024

Freddie Allen Jarrell Jr., 52, of Sissonville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

He was born on July 19, 1971, in Charleston, to his mother, Connie Burdette.

Freddie was a free spirit who loved spending time with his friends and playing pool.

He is preceded in death...

Mar 11, 2024

Clark E. Schulz, 80, of Cross Lanes, WV passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at Glasgow Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility after a short illness.

He was a graduate of St. Albans High School and WV State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science.  Clark served in the United Sates Navy during the Vietnam War...

Mar 7, 2024

Patricia Ann Wingett Hornick, 74, of Dunbar, WV passed away on March 7, 2024 surrounded by family and friends.

She was born in Charleston, WV to the late Clifford and Vada "Louise" Wingett.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Jerry Winged.

Left to mourn Patricia are...

Mar 7, 2024

Gilberto "Gil" Flores, Jr. passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at the age of 84.

He was born on February 18, 1940 in Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Gilberto Sergio, Sr. and Christina Flores.  He was one of two children born into the loving Flores family.

At the age of 10, Gilberto Jr. moved with...

Mar 6, 2024

Dallas "Chip" Garrett II, a lifelong resident of Dunbar, husband, father and grandfather, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.  He was 67 years old.

A staple in the community his whole life through his work and his many friends, Chip enjoyed music, artists of a wide spectrum from genre to era. He...

Mar 6, 2024

Michael L. Casto, lifelong resident of Cross Lanes, passed away after an intense 5 week long illness spent at Thomas Memorial Hospital where he died Wednesday evening, March 6, 2024. His wife of 53 years Donna, was by his side at the time of death.

He is survived by his wife, Donna; son, Adam Casto and wife...

Feb 27, 2024

Edward James Kinney, 41, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.

He was born on October 3, 1982, in Charleston.

E.J. was a very talented athlete and loved football. He was a family man and he dearly loved his children. Up until recently he was doing construction work....

Feb 26, 2024

G. Michael "Catfish" Salmon, age 73, of Poca, WV, passed away on February 26, 2024 in Columbus, OH.

He was born on June 7, 1950 in Dunbar, WV, to the late Robert and Helen Salmon.

Catfish, as he was fondly known, served in the United State Navy during the Vietnam War.  After his military service,...

Feb 25, 2024

Gary Greathouse, 46, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024.

Gary was well known for bartending and serving at both Tide Water and Red Lobster.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends doing a variety of activities.  Gary liked to cook, camp, travel, skate, and who can forget him singing karaoke (Dolly Parton was his...

Feb 25, 2024

Roger Lee Walker peacefully went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2024.

Roger was born May 17, 1958 to the late Jim Walker and late Molly Keeling Walker.

He will be remembered for his love, laughter, and love of travel.  Roger was a strong, hardworking, hardheaded man who will be missed by...