Obituaries

Dec 16, 2023

Dorse Cross, Sr., 94, of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 16, 2023.

He was born on April 29, 1929, in Nebo, to the late Oscar and Mamie Cross.

Dorse enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and was very proud of his '49' Packard.  He worked as a manager...

Dec 15, 2023

Carolyn Sue McCracken Mullins, 82, of Charleston was welcomed into Heaven to join her Savior and her husband, on December 15, 2023, surrounded by family at the home of her son after a short illness.

She was born on December 5, 1941, in Charleston, WV to the late Robert W. McCracken and Sylvia Marie Beaver McCracken.

Dec 14, 2023

Wayne Gary Gibson, 77, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023.

He was born on May 11, 1946 to the late Orville Gibson and Nora Moore Gibson.

Wayne was proud to serve his country in the Vietnam War.

He had two sons Shawn and Wayne, Jr.

In addition to his parents,...

Dec 12, 2023

Victoria "Vicki" Louise Garnett, 74, of Charleston left this world on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 after a long illness.

She was born in Charleston, West Virginia where she resided her entire life.

Vicki was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School, and was retired from JC Penney.  Vickie fought a 20-year battle with illness. Prior...

Dec 11, 2023

Charles Lee Jarvis Sr., 65, of St. Albans, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 11, 2023.

He was born on January 30, 1958 in Charleston, to the late Billie and Betty Jarvis.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Debra Kay Shamblin.

Charles...

Dec 5, 2023

Elizabeth "Betsy" Miles, 69, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

She was born on November 27, 1954 in Elkins.

Betsy was employed at Walmart for ten years until retiring in June of 2023. She was full of energy and loved by many. She was a loving mom...

Dec 4, 2023

Ruth Lorraine Fitzwater, 97, of Charleston was called home to be with the Lord on December 4, 2023, after a short illness.

She was born on September 15, 1926, in Richwood.

Ruth was an incredible woman who lived a full and fruitful life alongside her devoted husband spreading the love of Jesus to all who...

Dec 2, 2023

Eugene "Gene" Monroe Blackshire, 82, of Charleston, died Saturday, December 2, 2023 at CAMC Memorial Hospital, following a long period of declining health.

He was born on July 8, 1941 in Charleston, a son of the late Eugene Thattis Blackshire and Grace Bassie Blackshire.

Gene was a 1959 graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School. He...

Dec 1, 2023

Belinda Louise Dean Henson, 45, of Poca, West Virginia went home to be the Lord on December 1, 2023.

She was born on May 3, 1978 in Charleston, West Virginia to Robert and Kathy Dean.

Belinda was preceded in death by her sisters, Tracy and Benita Dean; and her grandmother, Bonnie Dean.

She...

Nov 29, 2023

Arthur Lee Tyson, 78, of Charleston, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.

He was born on July 13, 1945, in Charleston.

A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, December 9, at First Baptist Church of Charleston, 432 Shrewsbury Street, Charleston, with Pastor Paul Dunn officiating. Entombment will follow in Sunset...

Nov 26, 2023

Myrtle Lou Loudermilk, 87, of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at Putnam County Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on March 14, 1936, in South Charleston, to the late Raymond and Essie Gillespie, the eldest of four siblings. She married Claude Loudermilk Sr., in 1954.

In addition...

Nov 26, 2023

Jo Ann (Milam) Pickens, 82, of Roane County, WV was called home to be with the Lord unexpectedly, but peacefully, at her home on November 26, 2023; after a wonderful house filled visit with her family for Thanksgiving.

She was born on January 25, 1941 to the late Loetta Savannah Fisher Milam Shaffer and Joseph Herman Milam....

Nov 25, 2023

James Michael McCallister, 69, of Dunbar, sadly left us on November 25, 2023 after fighting a courageous  five year battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

He was born on October 25, 1954 to the late James and Peggy McCallister.

Mike grew up in the Tornado/St. Albans area graduating  from St. Albans High School in 1972.  He retired...

Nov 24, 2023

Mark Phillip Desper, Sr. departed this life on Friday, November 24, 2023 at CAMC Memorial Hospital in Kanawha City, WV.

He was born on February 8, 1965 in Charleston, WV to Thomas William Desper, Sr. and Jeanette Smith of Charleston, WV.

Mark attended the following Kanawha County Public Schools:  Fruth Elementary, Chandler Elementary, Lincoln Jr....

Nov 23, 2023

Michael Nelson Wingett "Mike", 49, of St. Albans, formerly of Dunbar, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023 from complications due to a short battle with cancer.

He was born on May 20, 1974, in Dunbar, to Jerry and Linda Wingett.

Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, and was an avid WVU fan. He loved to make...

Nov 18, 2023

Jennifer Nicole Burdette, 36, of Dunbar passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

She was born on October 21, 1987 to Rebecca and Dennie Smith of Dunbar.

Jennifer was a graduate of South Charleston High School.  She worked at Goodwill and JSI in her earlier years.  Jennifer's hobbies were swimming, watching movies, and listening...

Nov 16, 2023

David Henry Pickens, 62, of Charleston, WV passed away on November 16, 2023 surrounded by family.

He was a graduate of George Washington High School.  David worked as a contractor most of his life.  He was an avid hunter who advocated for fair sportsmanship, and loved all animals.  David enjoyed all types of music and movies and...

Nov 16, 2023

Luster Orel Doughty, 87, of Dunbar, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed peacefully on November 16, 2023, at home. He entered the gates of Heaven being greeted by many family members, especially his parents, Melford and Teresa Doughty.

He was born on September 1, 1936, as the only child to Melford and Teresa Doughty. He grew up...

Nov 15, 2023

Faye Marilyn Walker-Harding, 84, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

Faye was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Reba Walker; children, Jimmy, Mark, Kelly, and Scottie "Big Man"; siblings, Bill, Tom, David, and Dana; granddaughter, Erica; and grandson, Pooh.

She is survived by her siblings, Gary, Lovell, Rose, Wanda and Annie; children, Dubby...

Nov 15, 2023

Colletta Ja Gray, 68, from South Charleston formerly of Dunbar passed peacefully and comfortably November 15, 2023 in the MICU at CAMC.

Born December 11, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Lynn Snodgrass Gray Scaggs and the late Charles W. Gray.

Colletta was a 1974 graduate of Dunbar High School where she cherished...