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Remembering Loved Ones - Obituaries at Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home
Shirley Virginia Austin
Jan 23, 2025
Shirley Virginia Austin, 75, died at Morgantown Healthcare Center on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Shirley was born February 15, 1949, in Morgantown, WV to Harold and Flossie McCormick.
She is survived by one daughter, Candice Austin and her companion John M. Sinsel, and one son, James Elvis Austin, both of Morgantown. She is also survived...
Michael Wayne Smith
Jan 23, 2025
Michael Wayne Smith 67, of Cool Ridge, WV., formally of Wyoming County, WV, passed away on January 23, 2025 . Mike was born on March 8, 1957, in Welch, WV, a son to the late Jim and Sarah Smith.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Darrell Smith.
...Howard A. Graham
Jan 16, 2025
Howard A. ‘Tom’ Graham was embraced into the arms of Jesus on January 16, 2025, at the age of 85, in Morgantown, West Virginia. Tom was born on June 1, 1939, in Lennox, WV a son of the late Ralph and Mary Martin Graham.
Tom valiantly served his nation as a member of the U.S....
Martha Jane Long
Jan 15, 2025
Martha Jane Long, a lifelong resident of Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the age of 76. She was born on March 14, 1948, to the late Ralph Junior and Martha Grace Beckman. Martha's kind spirit and warm presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Martha was a...
Mark Allen Williamson
Jan 15, 2025
Mark Allen Williamson, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on January 15, 2025, at his home in Bruceton Mills, WV. Born in Morgantown, WV, on October 2, 1964, Mark's genuine spirit and joyous heart touched countless lives throughout his sixty years.
He is preceded in death by his loving...
Llewellyn Alton Taylor
Jan 14, 2025
Llewellyn “Lee” Alton Taylor passed away on January 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Born to the late Parely and Dorothy Gamble Taylor in Morgantown, WV, on January 9, 1948.
In his youth, Lee moved to Youngstown, OH, where he spent many years employed at the steel mill. His strong work ethic never wavered,...
Franklin C. Smith, Jr.
Jan 13, 2025
Franklin “Frank” C. Smith, Jr. was a man who lived his life with honor, pride, and an unwavering love for his family and country. He was born on March 5, 1949, in Morgantown, WV, to the late Franklin Smith, Sr., and his loving mother, the late Elsie Widner. He was called to eternal...
Peggy Kalaf
Jan 7, 2025
Peggy Kelly Kalaf of Punta Gorda, Florida, died unexpectedly at Harmony of Morgantown, on January 7, 2025.
Peggy was born in Morgantown, West Virginia, August 31, 1948, daughter of Dr. Warren G. and Jessie Kelly of Arthurdale.
Peggy graduated in 1965, from Valley High School in Masontown, West Virginia, and was...
Joann Davies Lenhart
Jan 4, 2025
Joann Davies Lenhart (85, born July 21, 1939) went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2025. She worked at Mon General Hospital for eight years and was a devoted homemaker for many more.
She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Charles Robert "Bob" Lenhart, and their children: Cindy (Arlen)...
Joshua James Luzader
Jan 2, 2025
Joshua James Luzader, lovingly known as Josh to all who knew him, was a native and lifelong resident of Morgantown. Born on May 11, 1986, his cheerful spirit and big heart graced the world for 38 years before he passed away unexpectedly in his home in Morgantown on January 2, 2025.
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George Thomas 'Tuff' Nicholson
Jan 2, 2025
George Thomas ‘Tuff’ Nicholson, 75 of Summer School Road, passed at his home place on January 2, 2025 surrounded by his family. Tuff was born August 6, 1949 son to the late Millard ‘Fizz’ and Bonnie Nicholson.
He is survived by his brothers, Ed (Linda) Nicholson, Art (Donna) Nicholson and Paul (Luann) Nicholson. Also surviving...
Clarence Wilbur Lemley, Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Clarence Wilbur Lemley, Jr., a cherished husband, beloved father, and skillful electrician, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, at his home in Core, West Virginia. Born on March 3, 1940, in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania, he leaves behind a legacy of love and craftsmanship, having dedicated two decades as an electrician at West Virginia University Health Sciences Center before...
Charles Coleman Tomasiak
Dec 26, 2024
Honoring the extraordinary life of a true American patriot, Ret. US Army Capt. Charles "Chuck" Coleman Tomasiak, whose spirited journey on this earth began on December 24, 1962, in New Eagle, PA, and culminated with his untimely departure on December 26, 2024, in Charleroi, PA. Chuck's zest for life was evident to all...
Donald Robert 'Donnie" Bennett
Dec 25, 2024
Donald Robert Bennett, born October 18, 1956, in Carrollton, OH died on December 25, 2024, 2024 in Morgantown, WV due to complications with Pneumonia. He was the beloved son of Carolyn and Elmer Bennett.
Affectionately known as Donnie, he was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him....

Pamela Sue Hilling
Dec 24, 2024
Pamela Sue Hilling, 63, of Morgantown, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. She was born in Morgantown on May 17, 1961, to Charles H. Martin, Sr., and Virginia Dewitt Martin.
Pamela gave herself fully as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the former MonPointe Nursing Home, now Morgantown Healthcare Center, touching the lives of countless...
Frances Joann Wade
Dec 24, 2024
Frances Joann Wade, 78, of Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024. Born on December 11, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Robert C. Wade, Sr., and Frankie Elizabeth Royce Wade.
Frances was a beloved sister, preceded in death by her sister Barbara Sue Wade Rosenberger and her best friend Lowell...
Robert L. Darnell
Dec 24, 2024
Robert L. 'Butch' Darnell, a beloved family man, and lifelong resident of Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born September 16, 1948, a son of the late Robert G. Darnell and Laura Bell Darnell.
After a storied career as a coal miner and mine...
Robert Allen Watts
Dec 19, 2024
Robert Allen "Bob" Watts, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away suddenly at his home in Westover on December 19, 2024, after a long illness. Born in Davis, WV, on March 26, 1940, to the late Blake and Rose Watts, Bob's 84 years were filled with love, laughter, and a...
Brenda Kay Kessler
Dec 17, 2024
Brenda Kessler, 72, of Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024. Born on May 6, 1952, in Morgantown, she lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family.
Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Dale McMillen and Helen Doloris, her in-laws, Bert and Ruby Kessler, and her...
Tate Lyndon Davis
Dec 17, 2024
Tate Lyndon Davis entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior on December 17, 2024, at UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Born on October 19, 2023, in Morgantown, WV, Tate's time on earth was a testament to the joy and resilience that can be packed into a single year.
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