Obituaries

Jul 10, 2021

Alicia Michelle Kiser, 36, of Nitro, departed this life on July 10, 2020, due to complications of Spina Bifida.

"Wheels", as she was known by many, never backed down from a challenge. She took pride in being a "Spina Bifida" and never let it hold her back and she was an inspiration to others with...

Jul 8, 2021

Charles Earl Thomas, 90, of Loudendale, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 8, 2021.

He was born on November 15, 1930 in Lick Branch, to the late Rayburn and Nona Thomas.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Patrick Thomas.

Jul 6, 2021

Richard "Rick" Earl Messer, 61, passed into the arms of the angles to be reunited with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on July 6, 2021.

"CALL ME THE BREEZE"

He was a graduate of Dunbar High School and attended one year at Marshall University.

Rick brought joy, light,...

Jul 6, 2021

Margaret Ann Childs, 59, of Charleston, made her spiritual transition to be with the Lord on July 6, 2021, at 5:28 a.m. She passed away at Hubbard Hospice House, with her family by her side after courageously fighting cancer for the second time.

She was born and raised in Charleston, and was later a resident...

Jul 3, 2021

Linda Christine Stover, 74, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 3, 2021.

She was born on October 4, 1946, in Charleston, to the late Charles and Sylvia Heater.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Brandon Stover; and her brother,...

Jul 2, 2021

Roger Dale Droddy, 73, of Dunbar, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 2, 2021, at CAMC General Hospital.

He graduated from South Charleston High School and West Virginia State College (now University). Roger was a Vietnam veteran of the United States Marine Corp and retired from Clearon Corporation. He enjoyed competition and trap shooting.

Jul 1, 2021

Robert C. Cline, 81, of Dunbar, passed away on July 1, 2021 after a long illness.

Bob served as a Senior Master Sargent with the West Virginia Air National Guard for over 30 years. He retired from West Virginia American Water with 20 years of service as a Senior Meter Repairman.

He...

Jun 30, 2021

Phoebe Louise Moore, 63, of Charleston, passed away on June 30, 2021.

She was born on March 16, 1958 in Montgomery.

Phoebe was a one of a kind person with a heart of gold. She was her daughter's best friend and the best NeNe ever.

She was preceded in...

Jun 29, 2021

Linda Kay Harper, 71, of Poca, passed away on June 29, 2021.

She was born in Nitro to the late Milroy and Betty Ann Lovejoy.

Linda was a very giving and loving person who seemed to easily make friends everywhere she went. She enjoyed sewing quilts and reading suspense novels.

Jun 26, 2021

Paul Allen Baria, 74, of Charleston, passed away on June 26, 2021 from an unexpected heart attack.

He was born on January 16, 1947, in Charleston, to the late, George A. and Clenna Baria.

Paul was a proud US Army Veteran, who served in the Vietnam War. He lived an interesting life...

Jun 21, 2021

John Ray Casto, 60, of Charleston, passed away on June 21, 2021.

He was born on February 8, 1961 to the late Jackie Casto Sr. and Elsie Cox Casto.

John was a great man. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. John will be loved and missed by all of his...

Jun 18, 2021

Alfonzo Dalton, III, fondly known by his family as A3, was released to Jesus, A3's personal Savior, on June 18, 2021 at 5:21 p.m. at Hospice House at CAMC. He was surrounded, at his bedside, by his parents, brothers, and sisters. A3 is with Jesus as a result of neurological complications he suffered following a very unexpected massive...

Jun 17, 2021

Robert "Bob" Allen Lamb, Jr., 90, of Dunbar passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021.

Bob served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1950 -1952 and retired from Union Carbide.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosemary Lamb; parents, Robert and Ethel Lamb; sisters, Catherine Simmons, Phyllis Berry, and Virginia...

Jun 15, 2021

Billy "Tig" Tucker, 77, of Dunbar, passed away on June 15, 2021.

He was a lifelong member of Dunbar First Baptist Church and proudly served in the United States Army, 19th SFG, Airborne. Tig was the co-owner of T&S Coal Company, and later in life he was a self-employed heavy equipment mechanic. He loved to...

Jun 14, 2021

SSgt. William Benjamin King Ret. USAF was born on February 9, 1934, in Freeman. He peacefully transitioned from this journey on June 14, 2021, with his family by his side.

He attended and graduated from Bluestone High School in Mercer County, class of 1952.

William joined the USAF at the tender age...

Jun 14, 2021

On June 14, 2021, Alonzo Ray Snodgrass passed away in his home.

He was a lifelong resident of South Charleston. His final days were spent surrounded by his loving wife, two children, four grandchildren, and nephews.

Alonzo had a rare understanding of what was important — enjoying living life with those you...

Jun 12, 2021

Don Lee Harding, 91, of Sissonville, passed away on June 12, 2021.

He was born at home in Sissonville on December 11, 1929 to the late Roy and Lessie Harding.

Don drove tractor and trailers since the age of 17 and worked for many different companies before retiring from Kroger in the...

Jun 7, 2021

Stephen "Steve" Robert Morgan, 56, of Dunbar, passed away Monday June 7, 2021.

He spent most of his life as a resident in the Charleston area and recently moved back to Dunbar after living in the Huntsville, AL area. Steve always considered himself a West Virginian at heart, regardless of where he lived. He also...

Jun 3, 2021

Phyllis Ann Hill, 86, of Cross Lanes, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Hubbard Hospice House West after a short illness.

She was born on November 26, 1934 in Charleston, to the late Emory Crawford and Belva Kessel.

Phyllis graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School class of 1954. She retired...

Jun 2, 2021

Jerry Dale Hodge, 63, of Beaver went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 2, 2021.

Jerry loved spending time with his family, going places, and going out to eat.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Lula Hodge of Cabin Creek; eleven siblings; and many nieces,...