Obituaries

Kenneth Edward Ewing

Kenneth Edward Ewing

Nov 30, 2023

Kenneth Edward Ewing, 80, of Beckley passed away November 30, 2023 at home.Ken was born in Hico, WV to Euphie and Kathleen Hypes Ewing.He was a graduate of Nuttall High School and WV Tech.Ken was a pharmaceutical rep for 35 years. He was a member of Calloway Heights Baptist Church, usher and Sunday School teacher. He found joy is serving...

Stephen Michael Grandetti

Stephen Michael Grandetti

Nov 7, 2023

Stephen Michael Grandetti, born on August 26, 1960, in Dearborn, Michigan, to the proud parents John Henry Grandetti and Rosemary Catherine Stevens, peacefully passed away on November 7, 2023, in Livonia, Michigan. A devoted resident of Garden City, he leaves behind a legacy of love and family. Steve was a cherished father to his sons, Joshua and Zachary, and he...

Charles Anthony "Tony" Snodgrass

Charles Anthony "Tony" Snodgrass

Nov 4, 2023

Charles Anthony Snodgrass, 70, passed away Saturday November 4, 2023 at his home in Parkersburg, WV. Charles “Tony” was born June 10, 1953 in Gauley Bridge, WV to Betty Cox Hicks and Charles Snodgrass.He was a US Army veteran and computer technician in Charleston, WV as well as a devoted father and grandfather.In addition to his parents Tony was preceded...

John Robert Duda

John Robert Duda

Nov 2, 2023

IN LOVING MEMORY – JOHN ROBERT DUDA



John Robert Duda, age 84 of Manor Lake Memory Care Center in Ellijay, Georgia, passed away on November 2, 2023.



John was born in Whipple, WV on October 1, 1939. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Rose Duda, his loving wife of 61+ years, Donna Lou Duda, and his twin brother,...

Martha Harriet Parrish (Gavin)

Martha Harriet Parrish (Gavin)

Oct 26, 2023

Martha Harriet Gavin Parrish, age 90, passed away on October 26, 2023, at Greenbrier Valley Medical Center after ongoing health issues. Martha was born August 9, 1933, in Montgomery WV to Herbert and Dorothy Knerr Gavin. Martha married John Robert Parrish of Oak Hill WV on October 31, 1951. They will celebrate their 72nd anniversary in Heaven.Martha was a homemaker,...

Pattsy Ruth Irvin (Simons)

Pattsy Ruth Irvin (Simons)

Oct 20, 2023

Pattsy Ruth Irvin, 87, passed away on October 20, 2023. Pattsy was born on May 3, 1936 in Kingston, WV to Lionel and Gladys SimonsPattsy was a nurse in Summersville, WV.Those left to cherish Pattsy’s memory include her children Vicky Goddard, Jimmy Goddard, and Yvonne Nunley, her grandchildren Michelle Long, Roland Riggin, Amber Martin, Joshua Nunley, and Heather Goddard, her...

Woodrow Crockett Jr.

Woodrow Crockett Jr.

Oct 1, 2023

Woodrow Crockett Jr., 86, of Oak Hill, WV, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington. Woodrow was born on February 26, 1937, in Cabin Creek, WV to the late Woodrow Crockett Sr. and Juanita Johnson Crockett.Woodrow was a retired postal worker and was a Vietnam Veteran of the United States Marine Corps earning the...

Brenda Joyce Taylor Canterbury

Brenda Joyce Taylor Canterbury

Sep 27, 2023

Brenda Joyce Taylor Canterbury, 83, of Beckwith, WV passed away on September 27, 2023 at Hospice of Southern WV. She was born February 8, 1940 in Oak Hill, WV to the late Berlin and Maggie Treadway Taylor.

She is survived by her children, Larry Canterbury, Jr. (Cynthia), Jody Canterbury (Elanda), Trina Canterbury Sale, and Christy Canterbury Schell (Chris); grandchildren, Amy...

Rezan Nicole Armstrong

Rezan Nicole Armstrong

Sep 26, 2023

Rezan Nicole Gillespie Armstrong, 48, of Scarbro passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV.

Born February 15, 1975 in Beckley, WV she was the daughter of the Bill Gillespie and the late Bonnie Sutphin Gillespie.

Rezan worked as a store manager and in her leisure she enjoyed spending time with her family.

Those...

Doris Isabella Mauritz

Doris Isabella Mauritz

Sep 23, 2023

Doris Isabella Mauritz, 94, of Oak Hill passed away peacefully at the Bower's Hospice House in Beckley after a long and colorful life. She was the daughter of the late Harrison and Consuela Mercer of Hurricane, WV. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Mauritz. She was the last surviving sibling of her...

Edna "Louise" Bishop

Edna "Louise" Bishop

Sep 14, 2023

Edna “Louise” Smith Bishop, 86, of Bradley, WV, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at Pine Lodge Nursing Home. Louise was born on September 15, 1936, in Oak Hill, WV, to the late William “Bill” and Bertha Smith.In addition to her parents, Louise is preceded in death by her husband Willie Bishop, brothers Howard Smith and Delano Smith, sisters...

Dorothy Lou Queen

Dorothy Lou Queen

Sep 7, 2023

Dorothy Lou Queen, 76, passed away on September 7, 2023. She was a native of Oak Hill, WV. She passed away peacefully at home in Ivor, VA, with her daughter by her side. Dorothy was born on June 27, 1947, in Fayette County at home to the late James Lee Harrah and Imogene Mullins Harrah.Dorothy was a CNA for many...

Jackie Keith Higginbotham

Jackie Keith Higginbotham

Sep 2, 2023

Rock Hill, SC – Mr. Jackie Keith Higginbotham, 91, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family.The family will receive friends at Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, on Tuesday, September 5th at 11:00 a.m. Funeral service will be held directly following the visitation at 12:00 p.m. This service will be live-streamed on the...

Scott Allen Cafego

Scott Allen Cafego

Aug 28, 2023

Scotty "Scott" Allen Cafego , 45, of Hico passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2023 at CAMC General Hospital surrounded by his loving family.   Born April 12, 1978 he was the son of Dianna Carte and stepfather, Mitchell Carte and the late John "Johnny" Cafego.   Scott left behind his loving wife, Michelle Cafego; step-children, Andrew Wood, Alexis Wood,...

Chester Lee "Jimmy" Murphy Jr.

Chester Lee "Jimmy" Murphy Jr.

Aug 27, 2023

Chester (Jimmy) Lee Murphy, Jr., 74, passed away on August 27, 2023, at Bower’s Hospice House surrounded by family after suffering a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 27, 1949, he was the son of the late Chester Lee Murphy, Sr., and Evelyn Murphy. Chester was of Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...

Patrick Michael Dougan

Patrick Michael Dougan

Aug 19, 2023

Patrick Michael Dougan, age 73, of Oak Hill, West Virginia passed away August 19, 2023, at Plateau Medical Center at 5:45 pm. Patrick was born August 27, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois to Roy and Virginia Dougan.Patrick was a truck driver for RC Cola in Chicago for many years. He served in the U.S. Army as a Specialist 4th class from...

Ruby Undine Gravely

Ruby Undine Gravely

Aug 9, 2023

Ruby Undine Gravely, 98, of Waterford, MI, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. Ruby was born on August 12, 1924, on Backus Mountain in WV, to the late Sylvester and Icy Lee Berry.In addition to her parents, Ruby is preceded in death by her husband, Jack E. Gravely, and brothers Curtis Berry and Wesley Berry.Those left to cherish her...

Betty "MA MA" Shieler

Betty "MA MA" Shieler

Aug 3, 2023

On Thursday, August 3, 2023, our beloved mother and grandmother, Mrs. Betty Joyce Bailey   Shieler “Ma Ma”of Oak Hill, West Virginia, closed her earthly eyes at her loving daughters’ home in Thaxton, Virginia, to awake in paradise, where she is reunited with her passed loved ones.

Those left to cherish Betty’s beautiful memories are her daughters, Carolyn Joyce Harler, Elizabeth...

Teddy Gene Gray

Teddy Gene Gray

Jul 28, 2023

Teddy Gene Gray, 83, of Mossy, WV passed away July 28, 2023, at Bowers Hospice house in Beckley, WV surrounded by family.

Born February 26, 1940, in Milburn, WV, he was the son of the late Clyde and Leona Opal “Hyden” Gray.

Teddy attended Kingston High School. At the age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Army serving from 1958-1960...

Fern Deloris Sexton

Fern Deloris Sexton

Jul 27, 2023

Fern Deloris Moore Sexton, 86, of Scarbro passed away peacefully with family around her on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at the Hilltop Center.

Born September 7, 1936 in Beards Fork, WV she was the daughter of the late Walter and Elsie Moore.

Fern was a very caring and loving person to her family, friends, and neighbors. She had a special...

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