Obituaries

Apr 9, 2023

Gary Allen Nipps, 76, of Dunbar took his last breathe on April 9, 2023.

He graduated from Dunbar High School in 1965 and was a carpenter for Carpenters Local Union 1207. In retirement he and Pat enjoyed camping in their camper with their camping group. He also enjoyed his grandsons baseball games. He spent his...

Apr 9, 2023

Gertrude Tolley Casto, 99, of Anderson, SC, died Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023 at her residence.

Born May 26, 1923 in Belgrove (Jackson County), she was the daughter of the late daughter of the late Gird McDonald Tolley Sr. and Birdie Coon Tolley. She was a graduate of Union District High School School in Dunbar...

Apr 8, 2023

Sandra "Sandy" Walker Harrison, 76, of Nitro, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 8, 2023.

She was born on September 24, 1946 in Charleston to the late Orville and Betty Walker.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Nikki Fox of Nitro,...

Apr 8, 2023

Penny Barnett, 57, of Fayetteville, formerly of Kanawha City, gained her angel wings on April 8, 2023 after a long illness.

Penny was born on March 16, 1966,. She was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School in 1984. She attended Refuge Gospel Tabernacle and enjoyed spending time with her family. Penny enjoyed arts and...

Apr 5, 2023

Sheila Skaggs, 71, of Dunbar, died on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at the Hubbard Hospice House following a long illness.

She was born on September 23, 1951, the daughter of Randolph and Pauline Skaggs.

She was a lifelong resident of the Dunbar area and was a 1969 graduate of Dunbar High School....

Apr 3, 2023

Audrey "Granny" Beatrice Taylor Shrewsbury, 76, of South Charleston went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 3, 2023.

She was born on April 13, 1946 to the late Veatrice "Big Jim" Buela and Woodrow Wilson Taylor.

She was a devoted Christian all her life and is now dancing in...

Apr 2, 2023

Olga Irene White Williams, 86, of Hurricane, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 2, 2023 after suffering from Alzheimer's.

She was born on October 31, 1936 in Charleston, to the late Rex and Florence White.

Olga was dedicated Christian who loved the Lord and is rejoicing with him...

Apr 1, 2023

Roger Lee Cook, 50 of Dunbar went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his father, John F. Cook; grandparents John and Arbutus Wolfe.

Roger is survived by his wife, Melissa Cook; children, Christopher Cook, Brittany Cook, Brandon Cook, and Jordan Cook;...

Mar 31, 2023

Patricia "Pat" Parsons 82, of Dunbar, died on Friday, March 31, 2023.

Pat was a crime show aficionado, and a story teller extraordinaire, delighting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with characters like Wanda Whoopalini, and the little girl who rode her duck to church. She loved her dog, Oliver, and made us promise to not mistreat...

Mar 29, 2023

Michael Leonard Estes, 72, of Charleston, departed this life on March 29, 2023.

He was born February 4, 1951 in Charleston, to the late Warren and Claudia M. Estes.

Michael was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School and was known for the best dresser wearing three piece suits to class everyday....

Mar 29, 2023

John Cox, 61, of Dunbar, died on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

He was born on June 9, 1961 in Charleston, to the late Martin and Noriene Elizabeth Cox of Dunbar.

John was a life member in perpetuity of the Springfield Lodge No. 217 Ancient Free and Accepted Mason in Springfield, VA. He...

Mar 25, 2023

Kelly Michelle Evans Martin, age 60, died Saturday, March 25, 2023 at her Virginia Beach, Virginia home.

Kelly was born into a loving, intimate family on August 5, 1962 in Charleston, West Virginia. She was the first daughter born to Robert F. and Sandra Davis Evans. She grew up in the nurturing community affectionately known...

Mar 25, 2023

Dennis "Oonch" Agosti, 65, of Cross Lanes, gained his wings on March 25, 2023, unexpectedly passing at home peacefully surrounded by family.

He was born April 11, 1957 in Charleston to the late Frank Agosti and Catherine Thomas.

He was a loving brother, uncle, cousin, son, and friend to many. Oonch enjoyed...

Mar 24, 2023

Sherri Lynn Hinnerichs Wells, 50, of Dunbar, sadly passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023.

She was born on August 24, 1972, in Los Angeles, California.

She attended South Charleston High School. She worked several years at the Charleston Gazette before becoming a stay at home mom and full-time caregiver for her...

Mar 23, 2023

Michael Wayne Hinkle, 27, of Cross Lanes passed away very unexpectedly on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at his home that he shared with his wife, dogs, and cat.

Michael was born on January 25, 1996 in Charleston to his parents, Charles and Amy Hinkle. He enjoyed camping, kayaking and spending time with his family.

Mar 23, 2023

Denver Lee Graley, 83, of South Charleston went home to be with the Lord on March 23, 2023.

He was born on October 22, 1939 in South Charleston to the late Carl and Dessie Graley.

Denver was a graduate of South Charleston High School. He retired from Joe Holland Chevrolet where he...

Mar 22, 2023

Daniel Lee Gibson, 32, of Dunbar tragically lost his battle with depression on March 22, 2023.

Daniel was born December 18, 1990, in Charleston. He was an amazing young man who touched the lives of so many. He would go above and beyond to help anyone in need, and a he will be soundly remembered,...

Mar 21, 2023

Dorinda "Rinda" R. Stevers Custer Foster 78 ,of Dunbar went to be with the Lord on March 21, 2023.

She was born on May 24, 1944 in Charleston to the late Paul and Hazel Alma Poling Stevers.

Dorinda was an elementary school teacher for Kanawha County Schools for 41 years. She was...

Mar 21, 2023

John David Phillips, 89, of Dunbar, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 21, 2023.

He was a member of Dunbar Mountain Mission and was the founder of The Gospel Melody Boys. His passion was singing gospel music.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Delphia Phillips;...

Mar 20, 2023

James Everett "Jimbo" Williams Sr., 67, of Dunbar, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023.

He was born on January 27, 1956 in Charleston, to the late Robert and Vada Williams.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Lynn Barnett Williams; brother, Robert Earl Williams;...