Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Dunbar, WV. and surrounding areas.

Deborah Ann Jolly

Deborah Ann Jolly

Feb 2, 2019

Deborah Ann Jolly, 66, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

She was born on November 15, 1952 in Charleston and was preceded in death by her parents, the late Russell and Lorene Brown.

She is survived by her son, Sherman Jolly of Myrtle Beach, SC; daughters, Cynthia...

Charlotte Emma Giles

Charlotte Emma Giles

Feb 2, 2019

Charlotte Emma Giles, D.M., retired Professor of Music at WVSU, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 6:05 p.m. at Hubbard Hospice House West.

Charlotte was an only child who was preceded in death by her parents, The Reverend Samuel Hopkins Giles and Phozie Dawson Giles.

Dr. Charlotte E. Giles was a native of...

Louis Edward Francisco

Louis Edward Francisco

Feb 1, 2019

Louis Edward Francisco passed away peacefully on Friday, February 1, 2019 surrounded by his daughters at Hubbard Hospice House West in South Charleston. Louis was born on December 20, 1937 along with his twin sister, Lois in Charleston, to the late Bertha and William Francisco. He graduated from Dunbar High School in 1956 and joined the Army National Guard...

Carrie Lynn Harper

Carrie Lynn Harper

Jan 31, 2019

Carrie Lynn Harper, 41, of Sissonville passed away on January 31, 2019, at her home.

She was born on October 26, 1977 to Donald and Barbara Paterson.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Darrell Quinton Harper, Jr.; daughters Katie Marie, Emily Nicole and Alexis Dawn Harper; brothers, Jeremy (Kista) and...

Russell Ray Lynch

Russell Ray Lynch

Jan 30, 2019

Russell Ray Lynch, 79, of Nitro, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.

He was born on December 4, 1939 in Parkersburg, to the late Harry Ray and Gladys Helen Lynch.

Russell was a member of the Nitro Church of Christ. He really enjoyed working there and will be greatly...

Dennis R. Vance

Dennis R. Vance

Jan 26, 2019

Dennis R. Vance II, "Ray"' 46, of Dunbar passed away on January 26, 2019.

Ray worked as a cement mason for multiple contractors.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Noah and Carrie Vance, and maternal grandparents, Olther and Clela Womack.

Ray is survived by his parents, Dennis and Bonnie Vance;...

Kevin Lee Brogan

Kevin Lee Brogan

Jan 24, 2019

Kevin Lee Brogan, 44, of Charleston, formerly of Alum Creek, passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2019.

He was born on April 4, 1974 in Charleston to Stephen and Virginia Brogan.

Kevin's musical and artistic talents will be greatly missed. His creativity however lives on through his children.

He was preceded in death...

Tammy Payne Williams

Tammy Payne Williams

Jan 24, 2019

Tammy Raelynn Payne-Williams, 36, of St. Albans, passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2019.

She was born on August 20, 1982, in Charleston, to Gary and Jane Payne.

Tammy was an amazing mother, daughter, aunt, and friend. She would do anything for her family and made sure everyone was always happy. She brought joy to...

Alan Hawkins

Alan Hawkins

Jan 24, 2019

Alan Hawkins, 59, of Charleston, passed away, Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Cleveland Clinic Medical Center.

Alan was born September 22, 1959 at Thomas Hospital in South Charleston to the late Bernard and Corintha Hawkins. He graduated from South Charleston High School. At which time, he received a basketball scholarship to California University of PA. As a...

J. Ann Mccormick

J. Ann Mccormick

Jan 24, 2019

J. Ann McCormick, 88, of Dunbar went home to be with the Lord on January 24, 2019.

Ann was a devout Christian and attended Christ Church United Methodist, Charleston. She had a Bachelor's Degree in Education, worked toward her Master's Degree in Counseling and Guidance through WVU, and was a member of the National Christian Counselors Association....

Herbert Franklin Casdorph

Herbert Franklin Casdorph

Jan 20, 2019

Herbert Franklin "Pop" Casdorph, affectionately known as Huggin Herb, 85, of South Charleston, passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Hubbard Hospice House West after a short illness.

He was born on July 13, 1933 in South Charleston, to the late Roy and Verna Casdorph.

Herb retired from Columbia Gas Transmission after many years...

Junior Hunt

Junior Hunt

Jan 12, 2019

Warren D. Hunt Jr. "Junior", 49, of Dunbar passed away on January 12, 2019 due to complications of diabetes.

Junior was a lifelong citizen of Dunbar and graduated from Dunbar High School, class of 1987.

He was preceded in death by his father, Warren Hunt Sr.

Junior is survived by his mother, Christine...

Velma M. Roncaglione

Velma M. Roncaglione

Jan 12, 2019

Velma M. Roncaglione, 91, fell asleep in death on January 12, 2019.

She was one of Jehovah's Witness and spent her life teaching others about the Bible and living what she believed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Roncaglione , an infant child, Pamela Sue Roncaglione, and was the last of...

Robert Steve Starkey

Robert Steve Starkey

Jan 9, 2019

Robert "Steve" Starkey, 63, of Fayetteville, formerly of West Palm Beach, FL, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2019.

He was born on June 10, 1955, in South Charleston, to Ray and Pauline Starkey.

Steve was a 1974 graduate of Dunbar High School. He was an Eagle Scout and served in the United States Coast...

Larry Wayne Chapman

Larry Wayne Chapman

Jan 7, 2019

Larry Wayne Chapman, 79, left us on Monday, January 7, 2019.

He was born March 2, 1939 to the late Fred and Mattie Howery Chapman of Longacre.

Larry was a 1957 graduate of Stonewall High School and was retired from WVDHHR.

He was a brother to Carl (Gerry); the late Doris, Claude, Fred...

Harold Ray Craigo

Harold Ray Craigo

Jan 6, 2019

Harold Ray Craigo, 92, passed away on January 6, 2019, at Hubbard Hospice House West after a short illness.

He was a devout Christian and a member of Dunbar Mountain Mission Church.

Harold married Jacqueline Higginbotham on January 19, 1949 and they had 63 years of a loving and happy marriage before she passed away...

Evelyn S. Bailey

Evelyn S. Bailey

Jan 4, 2019

Evelyn S. Bailey, 86, of Winfield, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 4, 2019.

She was born on January 14, 1932, in Charleston, to the late Rufus and Myrtle Stover.

She retired from CAMC Memorial after many years of service. She loved to travel by bus to Florida to visit her...

Ted Charles Nidy

Ted Charles Nidy

Jan 2, 2019

Ted Charles Nidy, 49, of Cross Lanes, passed away on January 2, 2019.

He was born on October 1, 1969 to Phyllis J. Nidy and the late Grover L. Nidy.

Ted was a multi-talented guy. He was well versed in music, art, and cooking, as well as his computer skills. He was always full of...

Linda Fern Casto

Linda Fern Casto

Jan 2, 2019

Linda Fern Casto, 79, of Sebastian, FL, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 2, 2019.

She was a wonderful stay at home Mom for 16 years. She then pursued a career in cosmetology where she taught at the Charleston School of Beauty Culture for many years.  She attended and was brought up in...

Anniastio J. Bryant

Anniastio J. Bryant

Jan 1, 2019

Anniastio "Anna" Jackson Bryant passed away following a short illness on January 1, 2019, at the age of 80.

Anna is survived by her sister Claudia (George) Salinger and her children and grandchildren; cousin Barbara Zeagler and her grandson; three children - her daughter Annette (Chris) Paulsen, her daughter Susan (Patrick) Casdorph and her son Kenny (Karen...

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