Obituaries

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...

May 21, 2024

Carl "Core" Edward Wiley, 65, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

He was born on June 25, 1958 in Charleston, to the late Kenneth and Ersula Wiley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Gwen Wiley and Brenda Wiley; and his...

May 19, 2024

Paul Lee Roach, 72, of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

He was born on July 11, 1951, in Bloomingrose, to the late William and Tina Roach.

Paul loved his family (brothers, sisters, children great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews). He enjoyed many hobbies, none more than fishing, gambling...

May 18, 2024

Lori Lynn Mullins Belote, 54, passed away on May 18, 2024 after a hard fought, long-term battle with cancer.

She was born in Charleston, SC to Stephen Lee Mullins and Donna Jean McCallister Mullins.

Lori lived most of her life in St. Albans, WV graduating from St. Albans High School in 1987.

She...

May 17, 2024

Linda Bailes of Sebring, Florida went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2024.

Linda is best remembered as a wonderful mother who was always there when needed, offering an abundance of love, wisdom, and unyielding support.  She is also fondly remembered as a friend and "mother" to so many of the Dunbar, WV youth through...

May 14, 2024

LeeAnn, 87, of Beckley, WV died on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

She was born on May 18, 1936 in Leslie, WV to the late Virginia (Pete) and Grover Cook.

LeeAnn was previously employed by Raleigh County Schools as a cook, and held several retail positions.  She enjoyed traveling, going to the beach, and spending time...

May 14, 2024

Ramona "Pennie" Hensley Mullins Price of Teays Valley, WV and formerly Ft, Myers, FL took her final breath on May 14, 2024 at the age of 79.

Pennie was the first of two daughters born in St. Francis Hospital in Charleston, WV to the late Lillie Clark Hensley and Oval Hensley.

Ramona, as she was...

May 14, 2024

Judith A. (Kidd) Seymour, 80, of Kenansville, Florida formerly of Dunbar, WV was born on May 24, 1943 and passed away on May 14, 2024 at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, WV.

Judith retired as the D-Shift planner at Bayer CropScience.

She was preceded in death by Waldo and Ruth Kidd, along with her...

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,...