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Remembering Loved Ones - Obituaries at Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home
Nellie Jo Comstock
Oct 19, 2026
Nellie Jo Comstock, 72, of Kingwood, WV, passed away at her home on Monday, October 19, 2026. She was born on July 15, 1954, in Morgantown, a daughter of the late Doug and Hilda Mae Pritt.
Jo dedicated 35 years of service to Ruby Memorial Hospital, where she worked as a registered sterile processing technician. Outside of work, she enjoyed reading,...
Robert James Welch, II
Oct 16, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert James Welch, II, who died Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Mon Health Medical Center. Born on May 10, 1948, in Morgantown, WV, Bob or Jamie, depending on where you knew him from, was a dedicated professional and a cherished member of his community.
Bob served our nation honorably...
Arthur Donald Lewis
Oct 15, 2026
Arthur Donald "Don" Lewis, 88, of Morgantown, WV, passed peacefully at his residence, surrounded by family, on Thursday, October 15th, 2026.
Don was born in Uniontown, PA to Clara and Albert Lewis on December 28th, 1937, the sixth of eight children. He attended Morgantown High School and graduated in 1956. During the Korean War, he honorably served his country in the...
John E. Holt
Oct 13, 2026
John E. Holt, 77, of Morgantown, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. He was born January 20, 1949, in San Diego, CA, a son of the late Eugene and Eleanor Holt.
John is survived by his wife Cynthya Holt, his daughter Nicole Holt, and his loving nieces and nephews.
John proudly served his country in...
Linda R. Walls
Oct 10, 2026
Linda R. Walls, 71, of Morgantown, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at her family’s farm in Fairview, WV.
Linda was born on June 30, 1955, in Fairmont, WV, the daughter of the late Claude J. "June" and Ella A. Walls.
A graduate of Clay-Battelle High School, Linda began her working career shortly after graduation at Seneca...
Diana Elaine Hambleton
Oct 4, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diana Elaine Hambleton, age 69, who left this world on October 4, 2026. Born in Petersburg, West Virginia, she was the cherished daughter of Adrian Hambleton, Sr. and Nancy Southerly Hambleton. Diana was preceded in death by her beloved parents and her siblings, Adrian Hambleton, Jr., Nancy Lou Whetzel, and Barbara Weese.Diana's...
Janet Sue Elli
Sep 29, 2026
Janet Sue Elli, 85, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She was born Sept. 4, 1941, in Morgantown, to the late Lillian Dalton and Emory Ellsworth Foy.
She enjoyed crocheting, making many prayer shawls for everyone, keeping in touch with her family on her iPad family page, tending...
Carol Louise Park
Sep 23, 2026
Carol Louise Stewart Park, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, was born on July 4, 1942, in Findlay Township, PA, to Carlos Edmund Palmer and Ida Mathilda Johnson. She passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at the JW Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, leaving a legacy of love and resilience.
Raised in Ohio, Carol graduated high school and proudly...
John Ray Holbert
Sep 20, 2026
John Ray Holbert, 71, of Maidsville, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Mon Health Medical Center. He was born March 24, 1955, in Morgantown, a son of the late Charles and Edna Brotherton Holbert.
John was employed by 84 Lumber Company, where he worked as a contractor salesman. He was a true tinkerer who could fix just about anything and...
Mary Ruth Barnett Grosselin
Sep 14, 2026
Mary Ruth Barnett Grosselin, 82, of Morgantown, passed away Monday, September 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 19, 1944, in Morgantown, a daughter of the late Basil and Sylvia Edgell Williams.
Mary worked as a clinical associate at West Virginia University until her retirement. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting, reading, and, in her younger...
Katherine G. Savage
Sep 11, 2026
Katherine Gayle (Willis) Savage was born on February 15, 1950, and peacefully passed away on September 11, 2026, at the age of 76. Kathy graduated from Newburg High School in 1968. She was a longtime resident of Morgantown, WV. Kathy went to be with her Heavenly Father, leaving behind a legacy of strength, grace, unwavering faith, and deeply devoted love for her...
Melba J. Dalton
Sep 11, 2026
Melba June Dalton, affectionately known as "Nay Nay" to her grandchildren, passed away on September 11, 2026, in Morgantown, West Virginia. Born on May 7, 1941, in Blair, West Virginia, Melba's journey through life was not always an easy one. She faced her share of hardships and met them the best way she knew how-with determination, grit, and a strong...
Wilbert F Murray
Sep 2, 2026
Wilbert Fay Murray, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on September 2, 2026, at the age of 67. He was born on May 12, 1959, in Morgantown, and was the youngest of twelve children born to Elmer C. and Ella Murray.Wilbert, affectionately known as "Wilb" to his family and friends, was a dedicated worker, having spent many...
Billy Poffenberger
Aug 30, 2026
Billy Lee Poffenberger, 85, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 30, 2026, with his son and daughter by his side.
He was born September 22, 1940, in Delbarton, West Virginia, a son of the late Nunley and Jessie Varney Poffenberger.
Billy was a 1958 graduate of Burch High School in Mingo County, West Virginia, and went on to earn a...
Virginia Marie Clutter
Aug 29, 2026
Virginia M. Clutter, beloved wife and friend, will be remembered fondly by all who knew her. She passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Mon Health Medical Center following a long illness.Virginia will be laid to rest in a private ceremony, honoring her wishes for a quiet farewell among close family and friends.She was preceded in death by her...
Linda Patterson
Aug 28, 2026
We are sad to announce the passing of Linda D. Stevens Patterson, who left this world on Friday, August 28, 2026, at her home in Morgantown. She was born on January 1, 1948, in National, WV, to Ira E. and Ada Page Stevens, who nurtured in her a kind spirit and a love for helping others.
Linda dedicated her life to...
Paul Lawrence Frum
Aug 12, 2026
Paul Lawrence Frum, 87, of Morgantown, peacefully went to his eternal home on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family who cared for him at home. We take comfort in knowing he now rests in peace, reunited with loved ones and embraced by God's love. Paul lived with integrity, humility, and a servant's heart!
Paul was born December 24,...
Kim Roger LaBarge
Aug 6, 2026
Kim Roger LaBarge, born on January 9, 1961, in Albany, New York, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home on August 6, 2026. His sudden passing has brought great sadness to all who knew and loved him.
Kim is survived by his devoted spouse, Tammy LaBarge, who stood steadfastly beside him throughout their years together, and his beloved son,...
Zafar Nomani
Aug 6, 2026
Zafar A. Nomani, "Zaf4Peace," a Pioneer in Nutrition, a Family Man, Leaves This Earth for Greater Service
It was pink flamingos that first brought Dr. Zafar Nomani to America.
As a young professor at Osmania University in Hyderabad, India, Dr. Nomani watched another professor show slides from the United States with brilliant pink flamingos. Those improbable birds captured the young scientist's imagination and set him...
Patsy DeChristopher
Aug 3, 2026
Patsy DeChristopher, a cherished member of the Star City community, passed peacefully on August 3, 2026, at Mon Health Medical Center. Born on March 13, 1938, in Frosolone, Italy, to the late John and Domenica "Maggie" DeChristopher, Patsy moved to the United States with his family as a child and was raised in Fairmont, WV, a place he always called home.As...
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