Obituaries

Jul 14, 2019

James "Jim" Harold Moore, a loving husband, father and friend, 93, of Dunbar passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019.

He was retired from Union Carbide after 33 years of employment. Jim was US Maine Corps veteran who served his country in WWII.

Jim was preceded in death by his son, David Lee Moore.

Jul 10, 2019

Riley B. "RB" Gunnoe, 78, of St. Albans, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, following a short illness.

He was born on September 21, 1940, in Charleston, to the late Charles and Gladys Gunnoe.

Riley was an entrepreneur at heart. As a child he would sell pencils for a dime to...

Jul 7, 2019

Reverend Doyle Dayton Smith, 88, of Dunbar, went home to the Lord on Sunday, July 7, 2019.

Doyle was born November 9, 1930.

Doyle believed, "the excitement is in the journey," as stated by a Chinese philosopher. He fostered that belief all of his life.

After graduating from WVU with a Bachelor of...

Jul 6, 2019

Randall "Randy" L. Legg, 50, of Nitro, beloved son of Leroy and Cora Legg, left this world peacefully for residence in his heavenly home, on Saturday, July 6, 2019.

He fought each and every battle from transplants to cancer with courage and dignity until he could no longer fight. He was very tired and his body just...

Jul 5, 2019

Carol Lynne Quisenberry Bryan, 77, died on July 5, 2019 at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston after a short illness.

Carol was a native West Virginian, returning to the state after living in Cincinnati, Kansas City, and Annapolis. She was a professional artist, designer, and writer for more than 50 years.

She received her bachelor of...

Jul 3, 2019

Ward "Butch" Hartwell, 71, of South Charleston went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2019.

Butch loved hunting and the outdoors. He was an avid WVU football and Dallas Cowboys fan.

He was preceded in death by his son, Dustin Hartwell; parents, Roland and Nora Hartwell; and brothers, Douglas , Glen, Delmar ,...

Jul 2, 2019

William Carl Clendenin passed away July 2, at the age of 87, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, after a three year illness.

He was the son of the late Paul and Ina Coleman Clendenin. Carl was born in Powellton, and as a small boy, the family moved to Winifrede. He attended grade school and Jr. High...

Jul 1, 2019

Billy Lee Haynes, 61, of Charleston went to be with the Lord on July 1, 2019.

Billy a very big heart and cared for so many people. He was someone who always put everyone else's needs before his own. Billy was devoted to his family and cherished his time he got to spend with them.

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Jun 30, 2019

Carla Martin, 62, passed away unexpectedly from a ruptured aneurysm on June 30, 2019 with her sons and daughter-in-law by her side.

She was born on January 12, 1957 in Charleston, to the late Roland and Isabelle Rust.

Before retirement, Carla worked 35 years for Kanawha County Schools, filling various roles from teacher's aide to...

Jun 30, 2019

Geary E. Oxley, 79, of South Charleston, left this life on Sunday, June 30, 2019 to be with the Lord.

He was born on May 14, 1940 to the late Edward and Elsie Oxley.

Geary was well known for his beautiful stonework, his strong character, sense of humor, his dedication to his family and friends,...

Jun 29, 2019

Stephen "Stevie" Mayes, 34, of Charleston, passed away June 29, 2019.

He loved his sons with all of his heart. Stevie was an avid WVU fan.

Stevie was preceded in death by his grandparents, Opal and Charles Leach; grandfather, Jim Mayes Sr.; and great grandparents, Mabel and Olen Bonnett.

He is survived by...

Jun 25, 2019

Mildred Hall, 81, of St. Albans, gained her angel wings on Tuesday, June 25, 2019.

She was born on August 22, 1937 in Ensley, AL, to the late Derry Lee and Willa Mae Bailey Jewett.

Helping raise her siblings, Mildred and her family moved to West Virginia. She attended Garnett High School, where she was...

Jun 22, 2019

BobLeslie Ray "Bob" Oxley, 90, of Columbus, Ohio (formerly of Charleston), was received into the arms of his Savior on June 22. He passed peacefully with, Wanda, his wife of 65 years, by his side.

Bob was a veteran of the Army and he worked for Smith Transfer for over 35 years in Charleston before transferring to...

Jun 21, 2019

Charles E. Ferrell, 73, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 21, 2019.

He was born on April 27, 1946, in Charleston, to the late Ancel James and Dorothy Ferrell.

Charles was a Marine Corp. veteran of the Vietnam War and recipient of the Purple Heart.

He also...

Jun 20, 2019

Larry J. Light, 67, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 20, 2019.

He was born on July 10, 1951, in South Charleston, to the late J. Hedrick and Mildred Light.

Larry was a member of the Campbell's Creek Lions Club. He was widely known as "The Legend" among pro...

Jun 19, 2019

Our beloved mother, Mrs. Gwendolyn Ramsey 79, of South Charleston, took her rest on Wednesday, June 19, 2019.

She was born and raised in Cabin Creek by the late Mr. Curtis Russell and Mrs. Louise Russell.

Gwendolyn was educated in the Kanawha County School System and was employed as a domestic employee. She was a...

Jun 12, 2019

Marjorie Maxine Brown, 86, of Dunbar, received her heavenly wings with her loved ones standing around her on Wednesday, June 12, 2019.

She was born on January 28, 1933, in Charleston, to the late Ralph and Rachel Spangler.

Maxine was a lifetime member of the Dunbar First Baptist Church. She was a member of The...

Jun 10, 2019

Ralph Levi Moore, 99, of Dunbar, passed away Monday, June 10, 2019.

Ralph was born on November 13, 1919 in Rock Castle. He worked his entire career, 43 years, as a mechanic and retired from the KRT, formerly known as the Charleston Transit Bus Company. He proudly served his country in Europe during WWII from 1943 to...

Jun 9, 2019

Floyd "PeeWee" Edens, made his journey to the Lord, June 9, 2019.

Floyd was a Vietnam Army Veteran from the Big Red 1, 1 st Infantry Demolition Crew. He was a proud father, Pawpie, and brother.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Evelene Edens; brother, Michael; wife, Patty; and daughter, Jennifer....

Jun 8, 2019

Hobart "Hokey" F. Young, Sr., 81, of Dunbar, passed away on Saturday, June 8, holding the hand of his loving wife of 55 years, Helen.

Hokey was the 7 th of 10 children born to Earl and Icy Young of Sissonville and was preceded in death by sisters, Reba, Helen and Wanda; brothers, Guy, John, Jack and...