Obituaries

Jan 8, 2023

Javan Ari Sanders, 36, of Charleston died suddenly on January, 8, 2023.

Though his light will never be completely extinguished, Javan continues to shine through his babies, the lights of his life, Lariyah (12), Nyaira (9), Caelan (7), Audrielle, (5) and Elona (4).

Because Javan defined family as so much more than...

Jan 7, 2023

Charlotte Ann Allen-Suck, of Dunbar, passed away on January 7, 2023.

She was born on March 29, 1941 to the late Lawerence and Dora Allen.

Charlotte was a retired LPN from CAMC at General division.

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

Jan 7, 2023

Michael S. "Bullie" Meadows, 45 of Charleston, departed peacefully on January 7, 2023 at CAMC General Hospital.

He fought hard through this pain everyday for the past 12 years, and his body was just simply tired from his dialysis and multiple heart and health issues.

Mike graduated from Capital High School where...

Jan 6, 2023

Patricia Mace Skeens (AKA John), went home to be with her Lord on January 6, 2023.

The sky will be a little bluer, the sun will shine more brightly and Heaven is rejoicing with her presence.

She was born August 15, 1968 to the late Thomas Redo Mace and Betty Lou Mace...

Jan 4, 2023

Shirley Armstead, 66, died on January 4, 2022 in Charleston.

She was born June 3, 1956 in Mullens, to Thelma Brown Cook and raised by Alma Fralin.

Shirley graduated from Beckley Community College and retired as a clerk with the State of West Virginia Workers Compensation Division.

She was...

Jan 2, 2023

Robert Keith Morris of Dunbar, passed away on January 2, 2023.

Rob was born in Paintsville, Kentucky and although he loved West Virginia he remained very proud of his home state. Rob worked for Prestera as the medical records keeper until retiring and becoming Kroger's most beloved and best employee ever in the history of...

Jan 2, 2023

The world lost an angel and God-Fearing Man on January 2, 2023, as heaven gained one. Juan Arnet Calloway, affectionately known as "Gator", 62, of Charleston, WV went to be with the Lord peacefully at home. He was previously employed by the city of Charleston and Shawnee Hills. He graduated from Charleston High School and attended WV Career...

Jan 1, 2023

It is with deep sorrow we suffer in the loss of Rhonda Lynn Craddock Briscoe, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away January 1, 2023.

She was born on October 21, 1958 to the late Rodney Craddock and Patty Winfree.

Rhonda was warm, friendly, open and had a wonderful sense of...

Dec 31, 2022

Robert Donald 'Bob" Jenkins, 86, of Sissonsville, went home to be with his Lord on December 31, 2022.

Bob was a hard-working, loving husband and father who retired from Kanawha Manufacturing. He had been a faithful Christian for 62 years, serving God through music. Bob and Emogene sang together with friends and family for 44...

Dec 28, 2022

Velma Lea McMillion, 83, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2022.

She was born on May 30, 1939, at home to the late Oscar McMillion and Hallie Kiser McMillion.

Velma was a woman who could be defined by her love, kindness, and faith. She worked for...

Dec 27, 2022

Barry Eugene Swiney, of Charleston, passed away on December 27, 2022, at home surrounded by his family.

He was born May 2, 1949, he was 73 years young at the time of his death.

Barry was a retired heavy equipment operator, and a lifetime member of his local Teamsters Union. He enjoyed...

Dec 21, 2022

David Leland McMasters, 60, of South Charleston, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022.

He was born on November 20, 1962, in Glen Dale, to the late Francis Leland and Frances Lucille McMasters.

David worked at Wal-Mart in Nitro for 18 years and afterwards at Ollie's in Dunbar. He was loved and...

Dec 20, 2022

Judith "Judy" K. Means, 74, of South Charleston, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, December 20, 2022.

She was a homemaker and a great caregiver and helper to her many neighbors and friends at South Charleston Unity Apartments, where she lived at for several years.

Some of her favorite...

Dec 20, 2022

Everett Natchee Holley, 85, of Dunbar, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, surrounded by his family.

He was born on July 24, 1937 in Charleston, to the late Bert and Marie Holley.

Everett's greatest joy was impersonating Elvis, and he was good at it. He was the youngest and longest surviving...

Dec 19, 2022

Ronda Danielle North was a beautiful 53 years old. She was called to her eternal home on Monday, December 19, 2022.

She was born on January 2, 1969 in Charleston, where she was also raised.

Ronda was a loving free spirit and always got her way.

She will be...

Dec 17, 2022

Hubert Ellis Fulks, 89, of Dunbar, passed away on December 17, 2022 at his daughters home. His heavenly mansion was complete and ready for him to move in with his pocket full of butterscotch candy.

He was a very hard worker and always had a job. He worked for two companies, until he started his...

Dec 11, 2022

Noble O. Foster, 76, of Dunbar went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 11, 2022.

Noble was employed by Polk County School Board of Florida and Charleston Dept. Store of WV. He loved hunting, fishing, and telling stories to anyone that would listen. Noble had such an amazing and humorous...

Dec 10, 2022

Alice Kaye Huffman, 74, of St. Albans passed away on December 10, 2022, after a short illness.

She was a retired LPN, specializing in geriatric care. She was employed through several nursing homes throughout her career such as: Arthur B. Hodges, Cedar Ridge, and Americare.

There wasn't a person or cat she...

Dec 7, 2022

Cassandra Kay Lanham-Damron, of Charleston, West Virginia went to her Heavenly home on December 7, 2022 at the age of 55.

She was born in Charleston on July 3, 1968.

Cassandra was a free spirited, strong willed, beautiful woman.  She loved to listen to Kid Rock, and loved going to every yard sale she saw.  ...

Dec 5, 2022

Delano Dean Turley, 86, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 5, 2022.

He was born on October 19, 1936, in Sod, to the late Cecil and Dorothy Turley.

Delano was a retired semi-truck driver. He loved watching westerns. He a caring person that was well liked...