Obituaries
Ronald Owen O'Dell
Oct 24, 2024
Ronald Owen O’Dell, II (Ron, Ronnie, ROO II) of Lanark passed away very unexpectedly on Thursday, October 24, 2024 on his 56th birthday. Ron was born on October 24, 1968 to the late Ronald and Nada O’Dell in Beckley, WV.
Ron grew up in Welch, WV. He graduated in the Class of 1986, from Mount View High School. He was a...
James Franklin Calvert
Oct 18, 2024
James “Jimmy” Franklin Calvert, 82, of Sophia, WV went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 18, 2024.
Jimmy was born in Lillybrook, WV on June 21, 1942. He was a former physical education teacher and General Manager of David Hill Concrete. Jimmy enjoyed coaching, doing yard work, detailing his vehicles, and spending time with his family.
He was preceded...
Yvonne Kirk Chambers
Oct 16, 2024
Yvonne Kirk Chambers (Nonny), 81, was called to her heavenly home on October 16, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Yvonne was born in Crab Orchard, WV on March 11, 1943 and was the daughter of the late James N and Amy Orean Kirk. Besides her parents, Yvonne was preceded in death by her sister Robin Lee Kirk and the love of...
Paul Darris Plumley
Oct 13, 2024
Paul Darris Plumley, 73, of Flat Top Lake, WV, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 13, 2024. Born in Beckley, WV, on January 29, 1951, to Glansy Todd and Eulis Plumley, Paul was a proud graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and Marshall University.
Together with his wife, Lynn, Paul was the longtime owner and operator of Donut Connection...
Billy Kerns Smith
Oct 5, 2024
Billy Kerns Smith, 82, of Mabscott, WV passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024.
Born May 19, 1942, in Beckley, WV, he was the son of the late Morris and Elsie Mae Kerns Smith.
After his service with the U.S. Army, he worked in the construction industry. He enjoyed shooting pool and watching television.
He is survived by his wife Christine Swanagin Smith; sons,...
Linda Faye Browning
Oct 1, 2024
Linda Faye Browning, 78, of Princewick, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday Oct 1st, 2024. Born November 24th, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Melvin Myers and Olive Myers Persinger.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband Brady P. Browning.
She is survived by children Scarlet Kester and husband Steve of Beckley; Brady Browning,...
Ramona Elaine Thompson
Sep 27, 2024
Ramona Elaine Thompson, 82, of Beckley, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024, at Bowers Hospice House.
Born November 28, 1941, in Winter Harbor, Maine, she was the daughter of the late Catherine Jacobs.
Ramona was a former waitress at the WV Turnpike Glass House, Holiday Inn and Miss Alice’s. She enjoyed antiquing, traveling, yard sales, pottery, gambling and classic country music.
Survivors include...
Shonda Hale
Sep 20, 2024
Shonda Lynn Hale, (Sissy) age 49, of Lorain, Ohio passed away on September 20, 2024 in Coal City, West Virginia. She was born on September 19, 1975 to the late Gilbert Hale and Sandra Hale.
When the good Lord made Shonda, he broke the mold. A perfect example of a strong “Hale woman”, she was never one to be told what...
Roger Owen Cox
Sep 13, 2024
Roger Owen Cox, 75, of Beckley passed away Friday, September 13, 2024.
Following his wishes he will be cremated. No services are planned.
Full obituary coming soon.
William Jeffrey Benemann
Sep 12, 2024
William Jeffrey Benemann, 63, of Beckley passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024.
A celebration of Bill's life is planned for a later date.
Thelma Loretta Cheek
Sep 12, 2024
Thelma Loretta Cheek, 72, of Beckley, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2024.
Born August 10, 1952, in Beckley, she was the daughter of Peggy Knight and the late Cledith Reeves.
Thelma enjoyed sewing when her children were young. She always enjoyed listening to music and spending time with her family.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband...
Lucy Bennett
Sep 7, 2024
Lucy Bennett, 84, of Shady Spring, WV, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024.Born January 17, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Louis Cook and Della Martin Johnson.
Lucy was a former deli clerk for Kroger. She loved dogs and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roanld Bennett.
She is...
Helen Virginia Garner
Aug 30, 2024
Helen Hartsook Garner of Beckley passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024 at Greystone Assisted Living . She survived one week past her 99th birthday.
Helen was born August 24, 1925 in Lewisburg where she lived until marrying and moving to Beckley.
She was preceded in death by her parents Hubert and Bessie Hartsook and her husband of 54 years William (Bill)...
Lavada Louise Whitt
Aug 29, 2024
Lavada Louise Whitt age 50, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved mother, wife, sister and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Lavada was born on March 4, 1974, in West Virginia where she spent her formative years. Lavada was a life-long teacher. Early in her career...
Mark Allen Miller
Aug 23, 2024
Mark Allen Miller, 63, of Beckley, passed away on August 23, 2024.
He was born on May 7, 1961 at his family home in Mt. Hope, WV, to parents Thomas Earl Miller and Genevieve (Davis) Miller. Mark was the youngest of 5 children.
Mark was preceeded in death by his oldest sibling, Roger Dale Miller, and brother Thomas Earl Miller. Surviving siblings...
Nancy Sue Duff
Aug 23, 2024
Nancy Sue (Church) Duff, age 72 of Beckley, WV went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, August 23, 2024. Nancy passed peacefully with family by her side after a short battle with cancer at Bowers Hospice House.
Nancy was born December 23, 1951 to Eugene “Dood” and Sylvia Church in Iaeger, WV. After graduating from Iaeger High...
Cyril H. Williams, Jr.
Aug 13, 2024
Cyril “Cy” H. Williams, Jr. of Tallahassee, FL and formerly of Beckley, WV passed away on August 13, 2024 at the age of 93.
Cy was born on June 18, 1931 in Pikeville, KY to Cyril Williams, Sr. and Marie Williams. He grew up in Red Jacket, WV and graduated from Magnolia High School. After high school, Cy continued his education at...
Bonnie Lou Sweeney
Aug 11, 2024
Bonnie Lou Sweeney, 82, of Shady Spring, WV, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024.
Born July 7, 1942 in Beckley, WV, she was the daughter of the late Fred German and Beulah Vivian Gregory Lilly.
Bonnie was a former waitress at Phil’s Drive In and previously worked at the Drive In Bakery and the Raleigh County Commission on Aging. She enjoyed attending...
Steven Robert Hoffman
Aug 5, 2024
Steven Robert Hoffman, born October 23, 1966, was suddenly called home to be with his Savior on Monday August 5, 2024, with his loving wife by his side. He was a full-time student at Chamberlain University perusing a Nurse Practitioner Degree.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 16 years Vicki Ann Hoffman, a son Joseph Lawrence Hoffman...
Rose Marie Wickline
Aug 3, 2024
Rose Marie Wickline, 81, of Beckley, West Virginia went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday August 3, 2024. Born Rose Marie Jessup July 6, 1943, along with her twin sister Mary, to the late Charles Mack and Pauline Jessup.
Rose led a full life with the love of her life and soulmate, Donald Lee Wickline. Their love for each...
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