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Clifton Dean Pack

Clifton Dean Pack

Mar 26, 2024

Clifton Dean Pack, 77, of Crab Orchard, WV passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024.

Known to all who loved him as Dean, he will surely be missed.  Dean was preceded in death by his father Dannie and his mother Sylvia Worrell Pack and his brother, David Lynn Pack.

Dean leaves behind to share many precious memories his son, Adam Dean; his sister...

Randall Scott Trent

Randall Scott Trent

Mar 22, 2024

Randall Scott Trent, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and faithful servant of Christ, peacefully passed away on March 22, 2024, at the age of 72. Cherished husband of Rita Murray Trent, loving father of Sharon Camble (Aaron), Joan Simpkins (Jason), Mary Barber (Dennis), and Jasmine Sturgill (Jason), adored grandfather of Annabelle, Marcus, Makayla, and Benton. Also survived by two brothers Timmy...

Joseph Henry Sprouse

Joseph Henry Sprouse

Mar 20, 2024

In keeping with Joseph's wishes no services are planned.

Dorothy June Lewis

Dorothy June Lewis

Mar 19, 2024

Dorothy June Lewis, born November 25, 1928, passed away peacefully into the arms ofJesus at Governors Bend Assisted Living in Erwin, TN, on March 19, 2024 at 12:04p.m, on thefirst day of spring.“June” was born in Iager, WV to the late Oscar and Melinda Head. She was preceded indeath by her husband, Bobby C Lewis, (married 69 years) and 2...

Carl Douglas Terry

Carl Douglas Terry

Mar 18, 2024

Carl Douglas “Doug” Terry, 50, of Beckley, WV, was greeted by his Savior on March 18, 2024. He was born on September 1, 1973, to Eugene and the late Rita Terry. Doug was a member of Tilden Church in Glen Morgan, WV. 

 He was a graduate of Liberty High School, thereafter, beginning his career in banking at United Bank, where he...

Michael Terry Fitzwater

Michael Terry Fitzwater

Mar 17, 2024

Michael Terry Fitzwater, 69, of Beckley, WV, passed away at his home on Sunday, March 17, 2024.

Michael was born to the late Chester and Dorothy Fitzwater in Mullens, WV, October 9, 1954.

He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School where he was a member of the marching band.

He entered the work force as a coal miner and later became a master...

Mary Loretta McMillion

Mary Loretta McMillion

Mar 16, 2024

Mary “Loretta” McMillion, 78, of Crab Orchard, W.Va., arrived in her heavenly home on Saturday, March 16th, 2024, after a months-long battle with cancer. A devoted wife of 53 years, a doting mother, caring sister, and “the best Nana in the world” to two granddaughters, she was surrounded by her family in her final days at Bowers Hospice House, where...

Clinton "Speedy" Ayers, Jr.

Clinton "Speedy" Ayers, Jr.

Mar 12, 2024

Clinton "Speedy" Ayers, Jr., aged 76, of Beckley, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. He was born on July 3, 1947, in Beckley to the late Clinton Carl and Dorothy Jean Galluccio Ayers.Speedy worked as a meat cutter at H&L Supermarket and enjoyed gardening, farming, and tractors.

Speedy never met a stranger. Everyone he met was immediately a friend, and...

Lisa Jo Chatfield Bennett

Lisa Jo Chatfield Bennett

Mar 11, 2024

Lisa was known for her sense of humor. She held a Masters degree in business that she was proud of. She was very loved and will be missed by her friends and family.  

Anyone who knew her, knew she was a dog lover, and it should be mentioned that she is survived by her beloved dog Romeo, who was by...

Donald Henry Ayala

Donald Henry Ayala

Mar 9, 2024

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Don Ayala, 51, of Daniels, WV, at Bowers Hospice House, after a long battle with cancer. Don was of the Christian faith and he now rests with Jesus.

Donald Henry Ayala was born on November 4, 1972 to the late William Roy Ayala and the late Debra Louise Reiners Ayala in...

David Lynn Pack

David Lynn Pack

Mar 7, 2024

While Family and Friends hearts are completely broken, we know that David Lynn Pack on March 7, 2024, at the age of 81, entered his new home in heaven  to be with and rejoice with his Lord and Savior Jesus.  This fact gives us great peace and comfort.

He was born on April 17, 1942 to Danny and Sylvia Pack.  ...

Donald Ray Miller

Donald Ray Miller

Mar 7, 2024

Donald Ray Miller died Thursday March7, 2024 at his home in Spring Lake, North Carolina surrounded by his loving family.  Ray was the son of the late Donald Miller, Naomi Fitzpatrick Miller Hughes and stepfather Gilmer Hughes.

Ray grew up in Crab Orchard WV.  He was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School.  He joined the Air Force in 1963 and...

Gregory Cecil Ward

Gregory Cecil Ward

Mar 7, 2024

Gregory Cecil Ward, 66, of Coal City, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He was born on August 20, 1957, to the late Eldridge Cecil Ward and Mary Louise Ward, of Coal City, West Virginia.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Brenda K Ward,  and son, Gavin G. Ward; two step-children,...

Margaret L. Gosnell

Margaret L. Gosnell

Mar 3, 2024

Margaret Lyndell (Hope) Gosnell, 92, formerly of Coal City, WV, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024 in Shelby, Alabama.

 Margaret was of the Baptist faith, and attended Coal City Freewill Baptist Church for many years. She was a homemaker for most of her life, and worked as a daycare provider for several years. Margaret enjoyed gardening and was an excellent...

Constance Ellen Sirianni

Constance Ellen Sirianni

Feb 23, 2024

Constance (Connie) Ellen Sirianni, 84 of Beckley, WV, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2024, at the Bowers Hospice House surrounded by her family.  

She was born March 13, 1939, Abney, WV, a daughter of the late Lemuel Blevins and Hessie Canady. After Connie graduated from Sophia High School, she moved to Cleveland, OH where she did factory work until...

John H. Gorman

John H. Gorman

Feb 20, 2024

 John Henry Gorman, 96, born in Elmira NY, passed away on February 20, 2024 in Beaver, West Virginia. He was born on November 10, 1927. 

 John was a loving father, brother, and husband. He was known for his generosity, concern for others’ well-being, and active involvement in his family, friends, and community. A man of faith and a dedicated member of...

Dorothy Sue Black

Dorothy Sue Black

Feb 16, 2024

The Lord called home his beloved daughter, Dorothy (Dottie) Sue Black, on Friday, February 16, 2024, following a long illness.   Dottie was 74.  She was born December 26, 1949, in Leslie, WV, to David Ray and Dena Lucille Douglas Black, both deceased.

Dot grew up in Sophia. She worked for the United States government her entire career, lastly with the...

James A. Bonham, II

James A. Bonham, II

Feb 14, 2024

James A. Bonham, 74, of Beckley, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

Born on September 9, 1949, in Beckley, James was the son of the late James and Pauline Cernuto Bonham.

James, affectionately known as Jimmy to his family and friends, had a fulfilling career in the coal industry before following his passion for dog training. He found joy and...

Homer Alfred Warden

Homer Alfred Warden

Feb 12, 2024

Homer Alfred Warden, 73, of Beckley, West Virginia, died Monday, February 12, 2024, at Bowers Hospice House, following a long illness.

The son of Homer R. Warden and Bessie Faye Greene (Peraldo) Warden, Homer was born January 5, 1951, in Beckley, West Virginia. On February 14, 1974, he married Janet R. Calfee. They would have celebrated their 50th anniversary on Valentine’s...

Shiela Kay Martin

Shiela Kay Martin

Feb 11, 2024

Shiela Kay Martin, 53, of Beckley, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024.

Born August 21, 1970 in Gilmer County, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Sandra Sue McCartney Parks.

Shiela was a disabled nurse.   She enjoyed crafts and photography.

She is survived by her husband, Larry; step-daughters, Alyssa Martin (Jorge) of Houston, TX, Aimee Babarsky (Al) of Oklahoma City,...

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