Ronald Lee Boggess
Nov 15, 2023
Ronald Lee Boggess, 80, of Dunbar went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at Hubbard Hospice House surrounded by his loving wife and family.
He was born July 2, 1943, the youngest of four children, to the late Othur and Almeda Boggess of Sissonville.
After graduating from Sissonville High...
Chaten Nelson
Nov 10, 2023
Chaten Nelson, 46, died tragically in a car accident on November 10, 2023 in the early morning.
He was born and raised in Rand, WV to the late Herbert and Patricia Boyd Nelson, and was proud of where he came from.
Chaten was a man of many hats. He was very proud to have been...
James "Pete" Robert Kinzer
Nov 10, 2023
James Robert "Pete" Kinzer, 84, of Winfield, WV, went home to the Lord after a long illness, surrounded by family on November 10, 2023.
He was born on April 15, 1939 in Princeton, WV to Rosetta Kinzer and was raised by Lula Lambert.
James was a member of the Dunbar Church of Christ, and retired...
William "Bill" Clifford Haynes
Nov 9, 2023
William "Bill" Clifford Haynes, 80, of St. Albans, formerly of Nitro, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his wife and three children on Thursday, November 9, 2023.
He was born on March 1, 1943, in Dunbar, to the late Oscar and Beatrice Haynes.
Bill attended Community Church of Hurricane. He retired from...
Alicia Ann Featherstone
Nov 8, 2023
Alicia Ann Featherstone, 47, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.
Alicia was a veterinarian technician. She adored and cared for any animal that crossed her path. She had the most free spirit, and wasn't afraid of anything. A beautiful, perfect soul inside and out. She loved completely, and made every single person she was with feel...
Katherine Lynn Jackson
Nov 8, 2023
Katherine Lynn Jackson, 46, of South Charleston, passed unexpectedly Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023.
She was born May 14, 1977, in Charleston, to Iris Anne Jackson and the late Ronald Wayne Jackson.
Kathy was a proud Spring Hill Elementary Blue Jay, Spring Hill Jr. High Rebel and South Charleston High School Black Eagles cheerleader. She attended...
Arba Gene Comer
Nov 6, 2023
Arba Gene Comer, 87, of Big Sandy, WV went home to be with the Lord on November 6, 2023 at CAMC Memorial Hospital.
He was born on October 31, 1936 to the late Basil Comer and Sarah Smith, both of Clendenin, WV.
Arba lived a long and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of kindness...
Betty Jean Dawson Moore Fankhouser
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...
Bennett "Joe" E. Barnes
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,...
Loretta J. Gillespie
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...
Douglas Tuck Davis, Jr.
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
Howard “Judson” Smith
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...
Florenda Russell Hill
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,...
John R. Carte Iii
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...
Betty Mae Paxton Barrett
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...
Michael Patrick Blizzard
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...
Oronde M. Jones
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...
Timothy Stewart Walker
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...
Donna Jean Gist
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...
Bernard Mason Parrish
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...
