Obituaries

Feb 4, 2019

Raymond Junior Corley, 89, of Fairmont, formerly of Morgantown, passed away on February 4, 2019.

He was born in Pursglove WV on November 15, 1929, a son of the late Edgar and Pearl Hunt Corley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Bernadine Hegner Corley; his brothers, Henry,...

Feb 3, 2019

Bishop Alfred Cook Reed, 94, of Morgantown, passed away Sunday February 3, 2019 at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, with his family by his side. Alfred was born in Preston County, WV on Nov. 19, 1924 to the late Raymond Cook Reed and Glenda Murle Reed.

He attended Morgantown High School, leaving to serve in the United States...

Feb 3, 2019

On Sunday, February 3, 2019 at age 64, Tiny Ellen Baker Corob, passed away peacefully at the home of her niece in Tunnelton. Tiny was born December 15, 1954 in Morgantown daughter to Earl and Goldie Ellen Sisler Baker.

Tiny was a homemaker for many years. She loved her grandchildren more than anything; collecting knick-knacks, especially music...

Feb 2, 2019

Larry Taylor, 74, of Morgantown, passed away February 2, 2019, at JW Rudy Memorial Hospital.

The son of the late Everett and Martha Taylor, he was born July 27, 1944, in Morgantown.

Larry was a retired coal miner and most will remember him for being a big jokester. He was a family man and will...

Jan 27, 2019

George Corder, 78, of Morgantown, passed away on Sunday January 27, 2019 at his home. He was born April 15, 1940 in Morgantown, a son of the late N.G. and Willa Corder.

George was employed at WVU Hospital in the maintenance department for many years. He enjoyed diagnosing mechanical issues with cars and repairing them in his...

Jan 26, 2019

Danny Lenhart, 59, passed away unexpectedly at his beloved Lake O’ Woods home.

The son of Robert and Joann Lenhart, he was born June 24, 1959, in Morgantown, WV.

Long-time owner of A/C Refrigeration Plus, Danny was an avid hunter and fisherman, a jack of all trades, and a moonshine connoisseur. He was known amongst...

Jan 25, 2019

Kimberly ‘Sudie Bell’ Peters, 52, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 25, 2019, at the J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital with her loved ones by her side. Born on June 27, 1966, to the late William Lemley & Barbra Jean Sandy Klingensmith.

Kim had such a free, creative and caring spirit. She loved the outdoors and...

Jan 24, 2019

Melcenia Rose ‘Sissy’ Brown Dalton, 66, of Morgantown, formerly Mt. Morris, Pa, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Thursday January 24, 2019 at her home surrounded by family. She was born August 14, 1952 in Morgantown, daughter to Tiff and Annabelle Lewis Brown.

Faith, family and friends would define Miss Rose to those...

Jan 24, 2019

Melcenia Rose 'sissy" Brown Dalton, 66, of Morgantown, formerly Mt. Morris, Pa, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Thursday January 24, 2019 at her home surrounded by family. She was born August 14, 1952 in Morgantown, daughter to Tiff and Annabelle Lewis Brown. Faith, family and friends would define Miss Rose to those who knew...

Jan 18, 2019

HARPAL KAUR SINGH

February 2, 1935-January 18, 2019

Mrs. Harpal Kaur Singh of Morgantown, West Virginia was called to be with God on January 18, 2019 at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family who cared for her throughout her illness. Her family held her in prayer and love as her spirit lifted...

Jan 15, 2019

Patty Rose Osborne, 79, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at the J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital. She was born in Morgantown on June 16, 1939 daughter to Cecil and Geraldine McCartney Rose.

She worked at Quality Glass Company for nearly 25 years in various positions alongside her husband Keith Osborne. She later worked...

Jan 14, 2019

John Lee ‘Red’ Masters, Sr., 77, of Morgantown, passed away Monday, January 14, 2019 at his home. He was born February 25, 1941 in Lorain, OH, a son of the late Robert and Ann Rogers Masters.

Red is survived by his beloved wife Nancy Carol Masters; sons John Masters and wife Robin, Ronnie Masters and wife Lois,...

Jan 8, 2019

Joseph ‘Joe’ Skavinsky, 81, of New Hill Community, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on, Tuesday, January 8, 2019. Joe was born September 22, 1937 in North Bethlehem Township, PA, son to Andrew and Dorothy Wolfe Skavinsky.

Joe worked at Tony’s Restaurant for many years and later retired from Greer as a custodian. He...

Jan 2, 2019

Mary Lucille Trader Statler, 84, of Core, passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. She was born January 19, 1934 in Pursglove, WV, daughter to William Harry Trader and Edna Starkey Trader.

Nothing was more important to Miss Lucille than family. She worked hard as a homemaker to...

Dec 29, 2018

Joshua John ‘Josh’ Green, 39, of Myrtle Beach, SC, formerly of Morgantown, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at his home in Myrtle Beach.

Josh was born July 8, 1979 in Morgantown, son to Cecil Samuel 'Sam' Green of Fairmont and the late Pamela Munza Green.

Josh grew up in Marion County and...

Dec 24, 2018

Melody Ann Gilmore, 54, of Bruceton Mills, was welcomed into God’s arms on Monday December 24, 2018, after bravely battling diabetes and ill health for many years. She was born June 3, 1964 in Morgantown, a daughter of Joyce C. Hornyak Gilmore of Morgantown and Ted L. Gilmore of Barrackville.

Melody was a 2004 graduate of Fairmont...

Dec 17, 2018

Aaron Dean Jones, 47, of Morgantown, WV passed away unexpectedly, with complications of Hodgkin’s disease on Monday December 17, 2018. Aaron fought a long and hard battle over the last several years, dealing with multiple surgeries and many difficulties.

Aaron was born in Beckley, WV, son to Ellen Waddell Jones and the late Lewis Jones on February...

Dec 15, 2018

Paul T. Stewart, Age 100, of Charleston passed away Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Hubbard Hospice House, surrounded by his family.

Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Jean McDaniel Stewart, son, Roger Stewart; siblings, Mildred Hoskins, Grant Stewart, Carl Stewart and Hazel Varner.

He is survived by his wife, Sue, daughters, Donna Mullins...

Dec 13, 2018

Kimberly Anne Thompson, 53, of Morgantown, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2018 at Ruby Memorial Hospital.

Kimberly was born June 18, 1965 in Charles Town, WV.

Kimberly loved her weighted blanket and enjoyed eating chocolate and York peppermint patties. She also enjoyed her Keurig and having a good cup of coffee. Kimberly was known as...

Dec 6, 2018

William H. ‘Buster’ Brown, 66, died Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the Uniontown Hospital with his wife and daughters by his side. Buster was born June 11, 1952 in Morgantown, WV to the late Edgar J. and Betty Savage Brown.

Buster was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He worked in construction and was an...