Roma Hazel Nichols
Jul 14, 2026
Roma Hazel Nichols, of Dunbar, West Virginia (formerly of Beckley, WV and Roxbury, MA), passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Hospice Hubbard House after a long illness.
Roma was born on September 8, 1949, in Edwight, WV, where she was the third child of six sibling. She is the daughter of the late Harold Douglas and Eliza Lee Nichols...
Betty Lou Taylor
Jul 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Lou Taylor, who departed this life on July 12, 2026, at the age of 93.
Born on April 11, 1933, in West Virginia, Betty lived a life defined by love, faith, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt,...
Linda Sue Jenkins
Jul 12, 2026
Linda Sue Jenkins, 74, of Cross Lanes, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2026.
She was born in Charleston, West Virginia, to Lewis Edward Cobb and Juanita May Samples Cobb on October 9, 1951.
While Linda held many jobs throughout her life, including owning Country Chimes Restaurant in 1994, her favorite and most cherished role was...
Teresa "Terry" Lynn Thomas
Jul 10, 2026
Teresa “Terry” Lynn Thomas, 71, of Dunbar, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Thomas Memorial Hospital.
Terry retired from CASCI in March 2023 after 35 years of service. Since retirement, she has been working at Kroger in Ashton Place.
Terry loved her family and was always there to cheer them on during sporting events and recitals. She loved the holidays...
Edward Lee Cavender
Jul 10, 2026
Edward Lee Cavender, 87, of Charleston went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 10, 2026.
He was born on February 5, 1939, in Charleston, WV to the late Jarrell and Hazel Cavender.
Ed graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in 1957. One of his greatest joys and accomplishments was that he obtained his private pilot’s license while in high...
Audrey Mae Thomas
Jul 9, 2026
Audrey Mae Thomas, 98, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
She was born on March 2, 1928 in Laing, WV, to the late Elmer and Lillie Williams.
Audrey worked as a nurses aid in several Kanawha Valley hospitals in the 50’s and 60’s. Her favorite job was serving as nanny to the family of...
Linda Renee Mays
Jul 8, 2026
Linda Renee Mays, born on August 9, 1953, of Cross Lanes, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026.
Linda was born to the late Betty Bailey Mays and the late John Elbert Mays. She grew up in Cross Lanes and remained there throughout her life, where she became known for her kind heart, generous spirit, and unwavering love for...
Barbara "Barbie" Lynn Jordan
Jul 7, 2026
Barbara “Barbie” Lynn Jordan, born March 25, 1966, went home to be with the Lord on July 7, 2026.
Barbie was born in Charleston, WV. She was the daughter of Barbara Canfield. Trauma touched her life at the young age of 18 months when her mother was tragically killed –leaving Barbie; her brother, Frank; and her sister, Kim. Barbie and Frank...
Jackie Sebastian Harper
Jul 7, 2026
Jackie Sebastian Harper, 33, of Charleston, WV, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Jackie was born May 1, 1993, in Kanawha county to Tamer Marie Woodson Harper and Jackie Harper, Jr.
Jackie was preceded in death by his baby brother, Paul Eugene Ginther Woodson; maternal grandmother, Tammy Thomas (Shawn); uncles, Shawn Lee Thomas and Chuckie Woodson; and cousin, Sara Marie Woodson.
Jackie is...
Betty Jean Little
Jul 6, 2026
Betty Jean Little, 86, of South Charleston, WV went home to be with Jesus on July 6, 2026. She passed away at home in the presence of her family.
Betty was born September 11, 1939 in Logan, WV to the late Edgar and Mae Campbell. She attended Logan High School and was a homemaker for most of her life. She attended...
Azai Zy’Mer Pettigrew
Jul 2, 2026
Azai Zy’Mer Pettigrew, 32 days old, entered into Heaven to be with his Lord and great grandparents, Adeline Sheets, Valeda Pettigrew and Alfred Martin. This precious little boy was born June 1, 2026, and departed this earth far too soon on July 2, 2026.
Though his time with us was only 32 precious days, Azai filled countless hearts with a lifetime...
Florence "Penny" Binion
Jul 1, 2026
Florence “Penny” Binion, 74, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2026.
Born on November 2, 1951, Penny was the daughter of the late Kathleen Workman Binion and Warren Binion. She worked for many years as a sales clerk. Penny found great joy in creating handmade gifts for those she loved, whether it was a beautiful...
Eleanor "Cotton" Mae Boone
Jun 30, 2026
Eleanor “Cotton” Mae Boone, 95, of Glasgow, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
She was born on April 20, 1931 in Arbuckle, to the late Lester and Daisy Oldaker.
Cotton was a loving wife and mother, and she loved children, which lead to her working as a preschool teacher at Kiddie Kollege Daycare in Spring Hill.
In...
Frances Shamblin Bolen
Jun 30, 2026
Frances Shamblin Bolen, 91, of Hurricane, WV, formerly of Milton, passed into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at home.
Frances was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and was known for her love of family. She loved watching her grandchildren in their athletic endeavors. She was a kind, gracious lady, always concerned about those less fortunate and...
Anthony "Tony" "Bone" Sugg
Jun 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anthony "Tony" Sugg, known lovingly by many as "Bone", who departed this life on June 28, 2026, at the age of 74.
Born on February 4, 1952, in the charming city of Charleston, West Virginia, Tony’s life was a testament to the quiet strength and unwavering love he held for...
Lawrence "Keithy" Preston Richmond
Jun 26, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Lawrence Preston Richmond, lovingly known as “Keithy Richmond” on June 26, 2026, in Charleston, West Virginia, at the age of 61.
Keithy was born on February 6, 1965, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Carolyn and James Richmond. A proud athlete and graduate of DuPont High School’s Class of 1983. He spent many...
Robert Allen White
Jun 22, 2026
Robert Allen White, 72, of Kenna, West Virginia passed from this life to the next on Monday, June 22, 2026.
He was raised in South Charleston, West Virginia. Robert was very proud of the
fact that he helped support himself by working from the time he was eleven years old. Over the years, he was employed by Evans Lumber Company, Southwestern Engineering,...
Raymond Daniel "Danny" Day
Jun 22, 2026
Raymond Daniel “Danny” Day, 77, of Poca, WV went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 22, 2026 after a long illness surrounded by family.
He was born in Amonate, VA on August 26, 1948 to the late Raymond S. Day and Vada Jackson Day Norris.
Danny was a 1966 graduate of Nitro High School. He owned and operated his...
Verda Jane Pierce
Jun 16, 2026
Verda Jane Pierce, 81, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, at WVU Medicine —Thomas Memorial Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on May 27, 1945, Verda was the beloved daughter of the late Charles Foster and Elizabeth “Pinky” Pullen. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband, Lawrence Edward Pierce, which...
Chadwick Watson
Jun 13, 2026
Chadwick Eugene Watson, 54, of Charleston, WV, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
He was born on March 31, 1972 to the late Loraine Watson and Norris Eugene Copning.
In addition to his parents, Chadwick was preceded in death by his son, Caleb Watson; his grandmothers, Georgeana Watson and Chestener Copning, Sr.; his uncles, George, Calvin, Danny Lee “Stokes”, and Michael...
