Obituaries

Feb 16, 2025

Barbara Jean Haseleu, 85, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully at home on February 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with dementia.

Born on May 19, 1939, in Maidsville, WV, Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was known for her strong work ethic, love for her family, and warm, caring nature.

Feb 11, 2025

Elmer Ray McIe, 83, of Morgantown, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at his home. He was born March 26, 1941, in Pickens, WV.

Elmer worked as a paver for Small’s Paving and also as a logger for different companies. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and cutting wood. He had a...

Feb 10, 2025

Dwight Anderson of Morgantown, WV, passed away in Morgantown at the age of 76. He was born in Philippi, WV, to the late William and Verdie Anderson.

Dwight is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Juanita Anderson; his children, Eddie Campbell (Becky), Anthony Anderson, Kimberly Carpenter (David), Diana Jones (Wes), and Theresa Cain...

Feb 9, 2025

Buddy Lynne Ervin, a treasured soul known for his kind heart and dedicated work ethic, passed away at the age of 72 on February 9, 2025, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV. He was born on August 18, 1952, in Baltimore, MD, and lived a life that reflected the virtues of diligence, loyalty, and joy in simple pleasures....

Feb 8, 2025

Donna Lee Shaffer Day, age 93, of Morgantown, WV passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital. Born in Fairmont, WV, she was the daughter of the late Louis Ray and Jesse Gertrude Shaffer.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years,...

Feb 7, 2025

Dustin Allen Henderson, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 7, 2025.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years Michele Henderson; two daughters Alexis Sheridan (Kyle), Alexx Henderson; granddaughter Alivia ‘Peanut’ Sheridan; grandfather Ron Barill; mother Kim Miller (Charles); father Roger Henderson; mother-in-law Rosa Burke; sisters Brandy,...

Feb 5, 2025

With a spirit as lovely as the name she bore, Clara Belle Mersing Lockhart departed this life on February 5, 2025, after a brief illness, at Dennett Rehab Center in Oakland. Born January 3, 1935, in Crellin, MD, Clara navigated the journey of her 90 years with grace, resilience, and an unwavering faith that deeply influenced all who had...

Feb 4, 2025

Larry Allen Clemsic, 75, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at his home. He was born January 20, 1950 in Morgantown, son of the late John Joseph and Leona Hyla (Weaver) Clemsic.

He was preceded in death by his brother David Clemsic, and two sisters, Barbara Swyck and Sandra Lewis. He...

Jan 31, 2025

Pearl Harriet McGilton, 89, of Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025,at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.

Born on September 15, 1935 in Morgantown, she was the daughter of the late Adam and Florence Eicher Thompson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles McGilton; her son, Adam “Bud”...

Jan 28, 2025

James William Connally, Sr., 67, passed away on January 28, 2025, in Morgantown, WV. A skilled and self-employed carpenter, James was known for his craftsmanship, always exceeding expectations with his work.

In his free time, he found joy on the golf course, had a deep love for country music, and never missed an opportunity to...

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...

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.

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....

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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)...

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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