Obituaries

Feb 14, 2022

Patricia Ann Simmons, 63, of Dunbar, was called to her heavenly home on Monday, February 14, 2022.

She was a graduate of Romney School for the Deaf and Blind.

Patricia knew the Lord Jesus Christ as her Savior. Her loved ones draw comfort in knowing that upon her passing, she is talking...

Feb 13, 2022

Genevieve "Ginny" Ellis, 92, of Charleston passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 13, 2022.

She was born on July 3, 1929 to the late Roy and Gertrude Cavender.

Ginny was a member of Cross Lanes Bible Church for over 30 years.

In addition to her parents, she...

Feb 13, 2022

Howard D. Bailes, 83, of Charleston passed away on February 13, 2022 at HospiceCare at CAMC Memorial Hospital.

He was born on August 29, 1938 to the late Emma Bailes Erdely.

In addition to his mother, Howard is preceded in death by his loving wife, Edeltraud "Trudy" Bailes; step-father, Frank Erdely; and...

Feb 13, 2022

Catherine Thomas, 91, of Cross Lanes, gained her wings to Heaven on February 13, 2022, after a long bout with dementia.

She was born on August 18, 1930 in Charleston, to the late Howard and Reba Sprouse.

She was a loving mother, and a grandma to all. She always had a smile...

Feb 12, 2022

William Eugene Casto, 67, of Charleston, passed away after a short bout with cancer on Saturday, February 12, 2022.

He was born on December 25, 1954 in Charleston, to the late William and Donna Casto.

Bill graduated from Dunbar High School in 1973. He was a lover of the Lord. He loved...

Feb 12, 2022

Kathy Marie Abbott, 64 ,of Dunbar, passed away on Saturday February 12th 2022.

She was born on August 23 1957 in Charleston to the late Hughwatha Ray and Emma Mae Abbott.

We had a wonderful grandmother, mother and sister. One who never really grew old. Her smile was made of sunshine and...

Feb 11, 2022

Roger Clay Lynch, of Dunbar, died on Friday, February 11 th 2022 at Stonerise Transitional Care from complications of Alzheimer's. He was 87.

Roger was born in Charleston, WV, on December 14 th 1934 to Frank M. and Mildred Kathleen Spears Lynch. He was well-known throughout the Charleston area as an outspoken and active member...

Feb 10, 2022

Linda Sue Moran, 78, of Dunbar, passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022.

She was born in Welch on July 22, 1943 to the late Walter and Mattie (Richardson) Moran.

Linda was a 1961 graduate of Big Creek High School. She then graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College in 1965 with a...

Feb 7, 2022

James Alex Reed, 86, of St. Albans went to be with the Lord on February 7, 2022 surrounded by his family.

He was born in Sissonville to the late James and Macie Reed.

James was retired from Kanawha Manufacturing Company after 29 years of service.

He was a wonderful...

Feb 7, 2022

Dr. Richard "Dick" M. Young, 84, of Indiana, passed away on February 7, 2022 after a short illness.

He was born on November 15, 1937, the youngest of nine children born to the late Harry and Dolcie Young.

Dick was well educated with degrees from Wichita State University, Ball State and Ohio...

Feb 4, 2022

Carl Lee Bailey, 54, of South Charleston, went to his heavenly home on February 4, 2022.

He was and avid WVU and Cowboys fan. Carl was a loyal and compassionate family man, and a great friend to all. He had a huge heart and saw the best in everyone.

He was preceded...

Feb 4, 2022

Billy G. Bledsoe, 78, of Dunbar went to his Heavenly home on February 4, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born on October 29, 1943 to the late Everett and June Bledsoe.

Bill loved serving his country and did so by spending 20 years in the US Army.

Feb 2, 2022

Jeremy Andrew Elswick, 36, passed away February 2, 2022 at home after a long illness.

He was born on June 25, 1985.

He is survived by his mother, Tina Elswick; sister, Andrea Elswick; and son, Kadin Elswick.

I wish I could see you one more time,

...

Feb 2, 2022

NORA MILDRED HOLLEY, affectionately known as "Millie" or "Miss Millie," 86, of Cross Lanes, met her Savior face to face on Wednesday, February 2, 2022.

She was born on August 23, 1935, to the late Eldridge and Nona Landers. Millie was no stranger to hard work. She was raised to pull her weight on the...

Feb 2, 2022

Arch Ray Crowder, 89, of St. Albans, passed away February 2, 2022 after a hard fought battle with cancer.

He was born on June 18, 1932, son of the late Archie and Rosa Crowder.

Arch was a long time employee of Union Carbide before moving to sales at McJunkin Corp. He retired...

Feb 1, 2022

On February 1, 2022, God called Rosemary Clark home after a short illness. She was 61 years old.

Miss Rosemary was born on September 15, 1961 in Fairmont, West Virginia. She graduated from Monongah High School in 1979 and went on to attend Fairmont State College, graduating in 1982 with a degree in accounting. She...

Jan 30, 2022

William "Bill" Shirley Darnell, 88 of Griffithsville, passed away on January 30, 2022 at Hospice House at CAMC after a short illness.

He was born on July 24, 1933 to the late John Darnell and Mary Shrout Martin.

Bill was a member of the United States Army and served in the Korean...

Jan 30, 2022

Paul James Welker, born June 22, 1939, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on January 30, 2022 at his home in Dunbar.

He was a graduate of Dunbar High School class of 1957. Paul proudly worked and retired as a conductor for Conrail, with 38 years of service, and was a UTU Local...

Jan 29, 2022

With our hearts broken, our beloved Joseph Allen Woodward, 34, of Charleston, passed away on January 29, 2022.

Joe had several friends and he never met a stranger. He was truly one of a kind.

He joined in Heaven, his grandparents, Boone Elmore, Judith Walters, Lilly Evans and Ronnie McClanahan.

Jan 28, 2022

George L. Miles, 87, of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 28, 2022.

He was born on November 15, 1934 in Brooks, Oregon to the late William Edgar and Arleta Miles.

George worked for Toms Snack Food Co. in Florida for 12 years. He then returned...