Obituaries

Nov 4, 2023

Betty Jean Dawson Moore Fankhouser, 85, of Frametown, Braxton County went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2023 after a long illness.

She was born on October 10, 1938 to the late Delmer Dawson and Mildred Hysell Dawson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers; Eddie...

Nov 4, 2023

Bennett E. "Joe" Barnes, 83, of Cross Lanes, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Thomas Memorial Hospital after suffering multiple major illnesses.

He was born on April 20, 1940 in Brunswick County, NC, to the late Rufus and Annie Mae Lewis Barnes.

After graduating from Roseboro High School,...

Nov 2, 2023

Loretta J. Gillespie, 85, of Nitro went to be with the Lord on November 2, 2023 after a short illness.

Loretta was born in Point Pleasant, WV to the late James and Donna Lucas.

She was a graduate of Point Pleasant High School.  Loretta enjoyed spending time with family, sewing, cooking, and gardening.  Her flowers...

Oct 29, 2023

Douglas Tuck Davis, Jr., 71, of Charleston passed away on October 29, 2023.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Arrangements are in the care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

www.kellerfuneralhome.net

Oct 28, 2023

Howard "Judson" Smith, 82, of Dunbar passed away peacefully at Celebration Villa Assisted Living on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

He was a retired semi-trailer truck driver who worked for various companies, and finally retired from Kroger.  Howard was a Christian who attended South Park Missionary Baptist Church, a Teamster, and an Air Force Veteran.

Howard...

Oct 27, 2023

In Loving Memory of Florenda Russell Hill

Dunbar, WV and Jacksonville, FL mourn the loss of a beloved soul as we remember and celebrate the life of Florenda Russell Hill, who peacefully passed away in Jacksonville, FL in October 2023.

Florenda was a beacon of light in the the lives she touched.

Professionally,...

Oct 26, 2023

John R. Carte III, 72, of South Charleston, passed away peacefully to be with his parents, son and brothers on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

He was born on September 8, 1951, in Charleston, to the late John Jr. and Dorothy Carte.

John loved his family tremendously. He enjoyed going racing, the beach and spending time...

Oct 21, 2023

Betty Mae Paxton Barrett, 90, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at HospiceCare at Charleston Memorial.

Betty was born on September 22, 1933 to the the late Father Herman Paxton (Florance) and Anna Macel Hull in Walton, WV.

She was a life long resident of Dunbar.  After retiring from Volkswagen, Betty went back to...

Oct 19, 2023

Michael Patrick Blizzard, 57, of Dunbar passed away on October 19, 2023.

Michael was a business owner and auto mechanic for over 25 years. He was such a fun person to be around.  He was always cracking jokes and making people laugh.

He was proceed in death by his wife, Kimberly D. Blizzard; mother, Patricia...

Oct 16, 2023

Oronde M. Jones, a proud veteran of the United States Army, passed away October 16, 2023, at the age of 51 years old.

The son of Marhlon Cook and Joyce Jones, Ronde, as he was known to most, was born in Washington, DC.  He later moved and was raised in Rand, WV.  He graduated from Dunbar High...

Oct 16, 2023

Timothy Stewart Walker, 63, of Cottageville, WV, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2023, surrounded by family and friends following a long illness and battle with cancer.

A native of Charleston, WV, Tim was a man of many gifts and talents. Growing up, he played baseball for many years.  He also loved to draw and sketch.  Some...

Oct 16, 2023

Donna Jean Gist, 68, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 16, 2023.

She was born on March 13, 1955, in Huntington, to the late Eugene and LaAnna Blankenship.

Donna was a very caring, giving and loving woman, who took care of many people throughout her life never asking for...

Oct 13, 2023

Bernard Mason Parrish, 80, of Sissonville went home to be with the Lord with whom he recently accepted into his heart on Friday, October 13, 2023.

Bernard was a hard worker who worked for and eventually retired from the City of Charleston.  He proudly served his country in the United States Army.  For many years he was...

Oct 12, 2023

Pearlie Jane Tinsley, 87, of Big Tyler Mountain, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

She was born on July 10, 1936, in Poca, to the late Lovell and Tressie Slater.

Pearlie was a loyal wife and mother. She was hardworking and loved raising her garden, canning and her cats....

Oct 9, 2023

Lee Ann Kinder went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 9, 2023 after a long illness.

She was born April 16, 1954 to Manford and Reba (Farnett) Hayes. Lee Ann graduated from Dunbar High School class of 1972. On July 18, 1975 she married Tom Kinder. She worked as a radiological technologist for 49 years...

Oct 8, 2023

Donna Jean Beane, 76, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 8, 2023.

She was born on February 18, 1947 to the late Clifford and Catherine Wilkinson.  Donna was a Dunbar High School graduate, and attended West Virginia State College.  She worked as a medical claims supervisor at HealthSmart.  When Donna wasn't working she...

Oct 6, 2023

Dwayne Tyrell Swafford, passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 37 on Friday, October 6, 2023.

He was born in Charleston, on September 19, 1986, where he lived and enjoyed most of his life.

Dwayne was a beloved husband, son, father, brother and friend to many. He was a devoted father and...

Oct 4, 2023

Candace Nichole Brogan James passed from this life on October 4, 2023 at Charleston Area Medical Center.

She was born May 6, 1985 in South Charleston.  She was a life long resident of West Virginia, except for a brief period during her teenage years  when she she lived in Texas, where she graduated from high school.

Oct 3, 2023

Joseph Douglas "Doug" Lindsey Sr., of Nitro, went to his Heavenly home to be with Jesus at age 81, on October 3, 2023, at his beloved "Little Yellow House" in Melbourne Florida, with his family by his side.

He was the 8th of nine Lindsey children born to the late Herbert William Lindsey and Minnie Mae Mallet...

Oct 1, 2023

Jerry Wayne Breeden, 66, of St. Albans, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 1, 2023.

He was born on May 5, 1957 in South Charleston, to the late Arthur and Helen Breeden.

He was a loving brother and would do anything in the world for people. And he will be missed...