Obituaries

Apr 26, 2026

Janet Sue Liberty, 78, of St. Albans, passed away at her home with her family by her side on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

She was born in Charleston, WV on December 26, 1947 to the late Thomas Welker and Helen Brown.

In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her son, Kevin...

Apr 21, 2026

Daniel Bailey Watson affectionately called "Kentucky" and "Dawg", 73, of St. Albans, West Virginia, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on April 21, 2026, in Charleston, West Virginia. A devoted father, respected businessman, and beloved pillar of his community, Daniel's life was a testament to faith, generosity, and unwavering kindness.

Born on December 6, 1952,...

Apr 18, 2026

Rachel Leah Parsons, 43, of Dunbar, WV, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

She was born on October 27, 1982 to Kimberly Parsons and the late David Haynes.

Rachel attended Ripley High School, and was know as a loving and compassionate person, not only to her family and friends, but in her intense passion...

Apr 16, 2026

Carlos Jay Kiser, 76, of Charleston, WV passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

He was born on January 7, 1950 in Charleston, WV, to Bernice K. Blankenship and Herbert G. Kiser.

He was an Army Veteran that served in the Vietnam War.  Upon his return home, he was awarded two Purple Hearts and one...

Apr 15, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Marian Frances (Harrah) Copen. Marian passed Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at the age of 73 at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, WV.

Marian was a life long resident of West Virginia and was born in Charleston on December 25, 1952 to John and Mary Harrah.

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Apr 13, 2026

Teresa Sue Ballengee (Parks), 64, of Saint Albans, unexpectedly passed away peacefully with her children by her side on April 13, 2026.

Born on September 15, 1961, at Clark Air Base Hospital in the Philippines, Teresa was a 1979 graduate of Saint Albans High School. She married the love of her life, Mark Daniel Ballengee, on May...

Apr 12, 2026

Jay Dennis "Denny" "J.D." Stover, 82, of Dunbar went to be with the Lord on Sunday April 12, 2026.

He was born in Charleston to the late Joseph and Ruby Stover.

Denny was a member of Roxalana Gospel Tabernacle.  For more than fifty years, Denny worked as a truck driver.  Denny will be remembered for...

Apr 11, 2026

Roger Lee Jones, 75, of Dunbar, WV passed away on April 11, 2026 at CAMC Memorial after a short illness.

He was born on September 7, 1950 to the late Meda and Lester Jones.

Roger was a 1968 graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School and a long time Dallas Cowboy fan.  He was an avid...

Apr 7, 2026

Timothy Michael Jackson, 63, of South Charleston, WV passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Valley Center Nursing Home after a long illness.

He was born on August 30, 1962 in Charleston, WV to the late Robert and Virginia Jackson.

In addition to his parents, Timothy was preceded in death by his sisters, Nancy...

Apr 6, 2026

Kitty Foye Robinson was born on February 12, 1941 in Leesville, NC to the late Alice Gilbert and Ezekiel Perkins-Smith.  She graduated from Garnet High School and retired from Charleston National Bank after many long years of service.

A devoted mother, Nana, sister, and Aunt to her family, she was a confidant to all who know her,...

Apr 4, 2026

Carl Edward "Eddie" Gray, 64, of Charleston, WV gained his wings on April 4, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital after a long illness.

Carl was born on September 22, 1960 in Mullins, WV to the late James and Margaret Gray.

He attended Charleston High School after which he joined the Charleston Job Corps where he...

Apr 2, 2026

John "Shorty" "Johnny" Underwood, 75, of Tyler Mountain went to Heaven on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

He loved hunting and fishing.

Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Mural Lynn and Arbutas Underwood; his son, John Underwood, Jr.; and his daughters, Michelle and Aleana Kay Underwood.

He is survived by his...

Apr 2, 2026

Herbert Gregory Justice, 67, died on April 2, 2026 after fighting cancer for over eight years.  Herb and his beautiful wife of over 20 years lived in Dunbar, WV.

Greg was born on May 3, 1958 in Spencer, WV to the late Herbert Glen and June Irene Daugherty Justice.  The family lived in Left Hand, WV and...

Apr 1, 2026

Floyd Anthony "Tony" Maggie, Jr., 77, of St. Albans, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 while at CAMC Memorial Hospital.

He was born in New Castle, PA on October 18, 1948 to the late Floyd, Sr. and Dorothy Maggie.

Tony was a graduate of New Castle High School...

Mar 26, 2026

Sandra "Sandy" Breedlove, 76, of Dunbar, WV passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Sandra was born on April 11, 1949, in South Charleston, WV, to the late Andrew Moses and Anna Lee Lambert.

She graduated from Garnet Career Center as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and dedicated many hears of service working at Shawnee...

Mar 24, 2026

Barbara Sue Landers, 80, of Given, departed this life Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at home.

She was born on May 14, 1945,  to the late Opie and Cora Wilcox Webster, in South Charleston, WV.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Lee Landers, Sr.; and three siblings, Geraldine...

Mar 24, 2026

Jeanette Marnez Smith, affectionately known as "Aunt Jeanette", was born on January 2, 1947, in Charleston, West Virginia to the late Philip and Margaret Smith.

She accepted Jesus Christ into her heart at a young age and lived out her faith with everlasting devotion.  Her commitment to the Lord, her family, and community was evident in every...

Mar 21, 2026

Gary Maurice Davis was born on November 6, 1953, to Audra Smoot Davis and his birth father, Curtis Davis, and was lovingly raised by his stepfather, Thomas James Dillard, whom he knew as Dad. Surrounded by love, he was called home March 21, leaving behind a legacy of music, laughter, and devotion to family.

Gary had a...

Mar 19, 2026

Timothy Joe "Dodo" Williams, of St. Albans, WV, passed away at his home on March 19, 2026, at the age of 63.

Born on November 15, 1962, Tim was a lifelong resident of St. Albans.  He worked out of the Laborers Local Union Number 1353.  Tim will be remembered in the hearts of his family and host...

Mar 17, 2026

Otto William Portz, 80, of South Charleston, WV picked one final four leaf clover on his way to peacefully meet the Lord at the Hubbard House on March 17, 2026.

Otto would tell you that he was a jack of all trades and a master of none. He began working at a very young age at the...