All Obituaries

Nancy Thomas Masontown

Nancy Rohrer (Hall) Thomas, 70, of Masontown, WV, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Nancy was born on October 23, 1955, in Bluefield, VA, a daughter of the late Charles Hall and Donnie “Dollie” Gillespie. She was a graduate of Graham High School in Bluefield, VA, and worked for many years as a hostess at the Ramada Inn. Nancy enjoyed the simple beauty of the outdoors. She loved flower gardening, mowing grass, and bird watching, especially watching finches. She ...

Nancy Rohrer (Hall) Thomas, 70, of Masontown, WV, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Nancy was born on October 23, 1955, in Bluefield, VA, a daughter of the late Charles Hall and ...

Dr. John Cherry Arthurdale

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of John Paul Cherry, 85, of Arthurdale, WV. John passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 31, 1941, in Rhinebeck, New York, he was the son of the late John Cherry and Susann (Borovsky) Cherry. John had a long and distinguished career as Director of the U.S.D.A. Eastern Regional Research Center (ERRC) in Pennsylvania. He was a highly respected researcher and ...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of John Paul Cherry, 85, of Arthurdale, WV. John passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving ...

Sally Downs Reedsville

Sally Stowe Downs, 83, of Reedsville, WV, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Sally was born on March 26, 1943, in Greenwood, SC, a daughter to the late Ralph Franklin Stowe and Lilly Mae (Fagans) Stowe. Sally worked as a banker, and worked for the First National Bank of Maryland for many years until she retired. She loved to joke and have fun. She was a ray of sunshine to those who knew her. She was a great cook, a loving mother and ...

Sally Stowe Downs, 83, of Reedsville, WV, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Sally was born on March 26, 1943, in Greenwood, SC, a daughter to the late Ralph ...

Ralph Pyles Reedsville

Ralph Eugene Pyles, 85, of Reedsville and Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 16, 1940, in Birds Creek, WV, son of the late Ivan and Goldie Marie (Tichnell) Pyles. Ralph was longtime owner and operator, along with his son Heath, of Country Auto Rebuilders. He loved working on cars and he was self-taught on body work and painting. Ralph also enjoyed fishing. Most of all he loved Jesus, and he shared that ...

Stanley Adkins Reedsville

Stanley Keith Adkins, 74, of Reedsville, WV, passed away peacefully in Morgantown, WV, on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Stanley was born on September 26, 1951, in Bellepoint, WV, a son of the late Badie Bracken Adkins and Helen Virginia (Patrick) Adkins. Stanley previously managed the hardware store in Reedsville and later worked at MonGeneral Hospital and Sterling Faucet. He also worked as the Supervisor of Security and Environmental Services at WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital, a job he loved ...

Stanley Keith Adkins, 74, of Reedsville, WV, passed away peacefully in Morgantown, WV, on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Stanley was born on September 26, 1951, in Bellepoint, WV, a son of the late ...

Wayne Miller Bruceton Mils

Wayne Lee Miller, 88, of Bruceton Mills, WV, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, February 20, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on January 7, 1938, in Cuzzart, WV, a son of the late Junior and Freda Miller. Wayne was a hardworking man who dedicated much of his life to his work and to providing for his family. He was a skilled mechanic and welder, and he also worked as an equipment operator and truck driver. Wayne and his wife, Dorothy, built their coal mining and ...

Wayne Lee Miller, 88, of Bruceton Mills, WV, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, February 20, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on January 7, 1938, in Cuzzart, WV, a son of ...

Carl Lipscomb Sr. Tunnelton

Carl Wilburn Lipscomb Sr., 85 of Tunnelton heard the Blessed Savior’s call on Tuesday evening, February 10th, 2026, at his home, surrounded by so much love. Carl was born in Kingwood, WV on December 16th,1940. He was a son of the late Ervin Joshua Lipscomb and Lula Pearl Hoffman Lipscomb. He lived in Massachusetts for many years. In October 1968, he began working at Spalding, now known as Callaway, where he is honored for his work in the shop. His hard work paid off when he ...

Carl Wilburn Lipscomb Sr., 85 of Tunnelton heard the Blessed Savior’s call on Tuesday evening, February 10th, 2026, at his home, surrounded by so much love. Carl was born in Kingwood, WV ...

Dorothy Riley Arthurdale

Dorothy Alverta (Bishop) Riley, 102, of Arthurdale, West Virginia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Dorothy was born on May 12, 1923, in Albright, WV, a daughter of the late Hoy Bishop and Sarah Irene Beulah (Weimer) Bishop. Dorothy took great pride in being the oldest current resident of Arthurdale and was also married to the son of an original Arthurdale homesteader. She found joy in life’s simple blessings; tending to her ...

Dorothy Alverta (Bishop) Riley, 102, of Arthurdale, West Virginia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Dorothy was born on May 12, 1923, in ...

Ronnie "Keith" Annon Newburg

Ronnie Keith Annon, 67, of Newburg, WV, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026. He was born on April 13, 1958, in Grafton, son of the late Franklin and Ada Opal (Sharps) Annon. Keith was a graduate of Newburg High School. He was a hardworking farmer and truck driver. Keith enjoyed having horses, hunting and talking on the phone. Most of all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a beloved Papaw and will be missed dearly. Keith is survived by his five sons, Charles Annon ...

Ronnie Keith Annon, 67, of Newburg, WV, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026. He was born on April 13, 1958, in Grafton, son of the late Franklin and Ada Opal (Sharps) Annon. Keith was a ...

Shirley "Sis" Hess Bretz

Shirley “Sis” (Smith) Hess, age 88, of Masontown (Bretz Community), passed away on January 9, 2026, at Oakland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 27, 1937, a daughter of the late George Smith and Wanita (Ayersman) Smith. Shirley enjoyed volunteering at Christian Help and the Salvation Army in Morgantown for many years. She loved music. Shirley is survived by two sons, Darrin Hess, of Albright, and Bradley (Sara) Hess, of Gladesville; two grandsons, Joey Street ...

Shirley “Sis” (Smith) Hess, age 88, of Masontown (Bretz Community), passed away on January 9, 2026, at Oakland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 27, 1937, a daughter ...

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