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Dottie Lou Mackley

Dottie Lou Mackley

Dec 10, 2023

Dottie Lou Mackley, age 79, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Hopemont Hospital in Terra Alta, WV. She will be laid to rest at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens. All services will be private and under the care of Fred Jenkins Funeral Home.

Vernie Luemma Galusky

Vernie Luemma Galusky

Dec 8, 2023

Vernie Galusky, passed away on December 8, 2023, at the age of 76, in Morgantown, WV. Born to John and Dorothy Frazier Morrison on December 15, 1946, Vernie's life was marked by adventure, faith, and an unwavering commitment to her loved ones.

Vernie's legacy is carried on by her adoring husband...

Nita Ruth Nicolas

Nita Ruth Nicolas

Dec 7, 2023

Nita Ruth Nicolas peacefully passed in the loving arms of her parents on December 7, 2023. She was born on December 6, 2023. Heaven’s gain was our loss when our sweet angel was called to the Lord. She was greeted in heaven by her brother Jaxton Nicolas, maternal great grandparents Ray and Zeda Selby, Glen and Rosalie Dalton; paternal...

Ernest R Rice

Ernest R Rice

Dec 6, 2023

Ernest Ray Rice, 85, affectionately known as Ernie, left us peacefully on December 6, 2023, at the J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Born on August 16, 1938, in the serene town of Canaan, WV. Ernie's life was rich with love, work, and service.

He shared a fulfilling...

Dorothy Jean Bartholow

Dorothy Jean Bartholow

Dec 5, 2023

Dorothy Bartholow, a beacon of unwavering spirit and creativity, embarked on her final journey on December 5, 2023, at the age of 78, in Morgantown, WV. Born on April 10, 1945, in Frametown, WV, Dorothy's life was a tapestry of courage and passion, woven with the love she had for her family.

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Charles Edward Sanders, Jr.

Charles Edward Sanders, Jr.

Dec 4, 2023

Charles Edward Sanders, Jr., affectionately known as Chuck to his friends and family, passed away on December 4th, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon, WV. Born in Morgantown on October 19, 1943, Chuck was a son of the late Charles E. Sanders, Sr. and Margaret Plum Sanders.

Chuck's legacy lives on through his children,...

Norman Pryor Murphy, Sr.

Norman Pryor Murphy, Sr.

Nov 28, 2023

Norman Murphy, Sr., passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, at the age of 83. He was born on August 18, 1940, to the late Norman Pryor and Leila Murphy.

Norman's legacy is carried on by his loving family, including his sons, Norman Murphy II and Richard (Denina) Murphy; his daughter, Debbie (Kevin) Stanley; his...

James Crytser

James Crytser

Nov 22, 2023

James Franklin Crytser, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully after a 4 month battle with cancer in his hometown of Morgantown, WV on November 22, 2023. He was born on October 17, 1936, in Morgantown, WV, leaving a lasting legacy for his family and community.

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Dorothy Margaret Moore

Dorothy Margaret Moore

Nov 18, 2023

Surrounded by her family, Dorothy Margaret Moore, age 95, peacefully entered the Kingdom of Heaven on November 18, 2023. She was born in Claysville, PA on November 24, 1927, to Lila and Dent Simpson.

She married Roy E. Moore on July 13, 1946. They spent 30 years together raising...

Willis Eugene Shoemaker

Willis Eugene Shoemaker

Nov 17, 2023

Willis Eugene Shoemaker, 63, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully at home on November 17, 2023, surrounded by his loving family after fighting heart disease for several years. Willis was born in Fairmont, WV on July 2, 1960 to the late William & Sandra (Parsons) Shoemaker.

In addition to his parents, Willis is preceded in death...

Jim

Jim

Nov 16, 2023

James Russell ‘Jim’ Costello, 69, of Summer School Road, Morgantown, WV, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born June 15, 1954, a son of the late Mary Costello Woody.

In addition to his mother, Jim was preceded in death by his step-father Lonny...

Daniel Allen Lynch

Daniel Allen Lynch

Nov 16, 2023

Daniel Allen Lynch, age 67, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Born on April 4, 1956, in Morgantown, WV. Daniel was a man who lived life on his own terms, always with a smile on his face and a song in his heart.

He was preceded in death by his father, Landis E. Lynch,...

Travis Stimeling

Travis Stimeling

Nov 14, 2023

Travis David Stimeling of Buckhannon, WV, born April 7th, 1980, passed away in their home in Morgantown, WV, on Tuesday, November 14th, 2023. From the beginning, Travis had music in them. They grew up singing and playing guitar in church and found a path to West Virginia Wesleyan College with their trombone, graduating with a BA in Music in...

Barbara Sue Harvey

Barbara Sue Harvey

Nov 8, 2023

Barbara Sue Harvey, age 79, passed away on November 8, 2023, in her hometown of Morgantown, WV. Born on September 25, 1944, to Lucille Clawson Stanley and Emory Stanley.

Barbara's greatest joy was found in the company of her family. She was preceded in death by her adoring husband, Oliver Harvey Sr., their loving son,...

Laura L. Lewis

Laura L. Lewis

Nov 5, 2023

Laura Dalton Lewis, 88, a beacon of love passed away on November 5, 2023, at the Mon Health Medical Center, Morgantown. She was born on February 10, 1935, in Morgantown WV, daughter of Bob and Edith Dalton.

She worked at Sterling Faucet, Morgan Shirt Factory and retired after many...

Thomas William Mccormick

Thomas William Mccormick

Nov 2, 2023

Thomas William McCormick, known affectionately as Tom, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2023, at Evergreen of Morgantown. Born on February 28, 1938, in McCormick Hollow, Tom was a beloved figure in his community for many years.

Tom, the only child of the late John and Helen Mae Braddock McCormick, was preceded in death by...

Stuart Edward Root, Jr.

Stuart Edward Root, Jr.

Oct 31, 2023

Stuart Edward Root Jr., affectionately known as JR, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2023, in Morgantown, WV, at the age of 71. Born on August 20, 1952, in Kingwood, WV, JR was a man of many talents and interests, known for his handy, thoughtful, and loving nature.

JR...

Beverley Annette Soccorsi

Beverley Annette Soccorsi

Oct 30, 2023

Bev Soccorsi, 65, of Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully, at her sister's home, on October 30, 2023. She was born Beverley Annette Soccorsi on March 20, 1958, in Morgantown, WV, to the late Wavelene Agnes (Gregory) Soccorsi and the late Alfred Smith Soccorsi. Beverley’s brother, Roger “Big Cat” Soccorsi, also preceded her in death. Bev was a beloved daughter,...

Linda Ann Martin

Linda Ann Martin

Oct 26, 2023

Linda Ann Martin, 70, of Morgantown, WV passed away peacefully with family at her side on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at home.

She was born in Morgantown on May 31, 1953, a daughter of the late George and Ruth (Fisher) Spring.

Linda is survived by her spouse of 51 years, Lawrence...

Nadine Orchard

Nadine Orchard

Oct 19, 2023

Bessie "Nadine" Orchard, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on October 19, 2023, at the age of 92 in Tampa, Florida. Born on November 30, 1930, in Morgantown, West Virginia, Nadine lived an exemplary life defined by her generosity, adventurous spirit, and courage.

Nadine had a passion for reading and exploring the world around...

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