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Melissa and Roger Bartusiak

Melissa and Roger Bartusiak

Jun 10, 2023

 

Melissa Ann Stanley Bartusiak, 54, of Beckley passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023. 

Born July 26, 1968 in Bluefield, WV, she was the daughter of Barbara “Lynn” Osborne Alley and Allen Stanley.

Melissa was an accountant for Vecellio & Grogan. She enjoyed physical fitness, reading and puzzles.

She is survived by her mother, Barbara “Lynn” Alley; father, Allen Stanley...

Thomas James DePolo

Thomas James DePolo

Jun 10, 2023

 

Thomas James DePolo, 81, of Shady Spring, WV, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023.

Born August 17, 1941 in Johnstown, PA, he was the son of the late Phillip and Grace Smith DePolo.

Thomas spent his childhood in Winber, PA. He was a former sales engineer for Toshiba and Picker International and also worked in the radiology department at...

Wesley Robert Beckett

Wesley Robert Beckett

Jun 8, 2023

 

Wesley R. Beckett, 93, of Crab Orchard, West Virginia, passed away June 8, 2023.

Wesley was born, September 27, 1929, to the late Claire and Moda Beckett also of Crab Orchard, West Virginia.

Wesley was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in 1947. He was a lifelong member of the Crab Orchard Baptist Church.

Wesley started out at...

Billy Eugene Pugh, Jr.

Billy Eugene Pugh, Jr.

Jun 3, 2023

 

Billy Eugene Pugh, Jr., 57 of Colcord passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023.

Born May 15, 1966 in Beckley, he was the son of the late Billy Pugh, Sr. and Geraldine Thompson Pugh.

Billy liked to hunt for ginseng, being outdoors and hunting.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers, Robert "Bobby"  and Michael...

Sharon Lynn Bolen

Sharon Lynn Bolen

Jun 1, 2023

 

Sharon Lynn Bolen, 71, of Daniels, WV passed away peacefully after a sudden illness on June 1, 2023 at CAMC in Charleston, WV. Born November 26, 1951 in Lee County Virginia, however, she was a resident of WV for most of her life and it was here that she called home.  She was preceded in death by her mother...

Charles Edward Ferguson, Jr.

Charles Edward Ferguson, Jr.

May 28, 2023

 

Charles Edward Ferguson, jr, age 54, of Crab Orchard, WV departed to Heaven surrounded by family on Sunday, May 28, 2023.

He was born September 28, 1968at Fort Brag, NC to Mary Kythryn Fain and the late Charles Ferguson.

He leaves behind his wife, Lisa Ferguson of Crab Orchard, WV; his mother, Mary Kythryn Fain of Lester; two daughters,...

Elizabeth Lynn Kisker

Elizabeth Lynn Kisker

May 27, 2023

 

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Elizabeth Lynn Kisker, on May 27, 2023 at the age of 80.

Born on May 21, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio, to parents Paul and Ruth Hunsinger. She grew up in Columbus, Ohio, later moving to Bluefield, West Virginia and then, later in life, to Beckley, West...

Rev. Roy E. Shrewsbury

Rev. Roy E. Shrewsbury

May 26, 2023

 

Reverend Roy E. Shrewsbury, 98, of Beaver, West Virginia, passed away May 26, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family.

Roy was born, February 9, 1925, to the late James and Virgie Shrewsbury of Daniels, WV. 

Roy was a graduate of Shady Spring High School and Beckley College graduating top of his class summa cum laude. 

Roy served in the 36th Texas Infantry Division during World War II with the rank of Staff Sargent. He received 2 Purple Hearts, 3 Bronze Stars...

Wilma Ingram Fitzpatrick

Wilma Ingram Fitzpatrick

May 26, 2023

 

Wilma Ingram Fitzpatrick, 97 years young, received her call to heaven on Friday, May 26, 2023 following a long and fulfilling life.   She was a lifelong resident of Mac Arthur, WV and had lived the last year of her life with her daughter in Lewisburg WV.  She had recently moved to The Rocking Chair Assisted Living Home.

She was...

Mary Frances Martin

Mary Frances Martin

May 25, 2023

 

Mary Frances Martin, 88, of Crab Orchard, WV, passed away Thursday, may 25, 2023.

Born July 28, 1934 in Helen, WV, she was the daughter of the late Arnold William and Irma Kathleen Stiff Martin.

Mary retired as a supervisor for Ohio State Employment Services.  After her retirement she returned home to West Virginia to care for her mother. ...

Annetta Allen

Annetta Allen

May 25, 2023

Annetta “Blackburn” Allen of Fayette Co., formerly of Stanaford, WV entered eternal rest on May 25, 2023 at the young age of 79. 

Born in Layland WV, she was the daughter of Agnes “Verna” Blackburn and Leonard Blackburn Sr. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her only daughter Edwina Allen-Ivey, “Wendy”; 3 brothers Donnie, Leonard Jr....

David Asher Phillips

David Asher Phillips

May 24, 2023

David Asher Phillips, 67, of Lester passed away on Wednesday, may 24, 2023. No services are planned.

Sherry Ann Lively

Sherry Ann Lively

May 20, 2023

 

Sherry Ann Lively (Sears) 55 of MacArthur, WV went to heaven on May 20, 2023. Born in Beckley, WV on September 25, 1967. She was the daughter of the late Curtis and Jean Sears. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, brother Curt Sears, and her husband (first true love) Dale Lively.

Sherry was a free spirit...

Ernestine Tigert

Ernestine Tigert

May 15, 2023

 

Ernestine Tigert, 94, of Beckley, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023.

Born January 24, 1929 in Kentwood, LA, she was the daughter of the late Marshall and Lena Blades Crawford.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Charlie W. Tigert. 

Ernestine is survived by a son, William Tigert of Beckley; daughters, June R....

Indy Cynthia Snyder

Indy Cynthia Snyder

May 13, 2023

 

Indy Cynthia Snyder, 66, of Ghent, passed away May 13, 2023.

Born July 4, 1956 in Beckley, WV, she was the daughter of the late Merzie Taylor.

Indy was a retired RN having worked at the Beckley VAMC.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Truman Snyder.

She is survived by her children, Patricia Barnett of Ghent,...

Eileen Wray Rahall

Eileen Wray Rahall

May 12, 2023

 

Eileen Wray Barney Rahall entered eternal life on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Bowers Hospice House where she spent her final days surrounded by her loving and grateful family.

Eileen, known as Butter to her friends and family, was born in Beckley, WV on October 22, 1932 to Amerigo and Mary Barney who immigrated to this country from Italy.

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Arlene Phyllis Mann

Arlene Phyllis Mann

May 11, 2023

 

Arlene Phyllis Mann, 74, of Shady Spring, WV, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Born January 10, 1949 in Long Branch,  NJ, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Margaret Freiwald Chamberlain.

She was a graduate of Keyport High School in Keyport, NJ.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Larry...

Raymond Joseph Cox, Jr.

Raymond Joseph Cox, Jr.

May 8, 2023

 

Raymond went home to be with the Lord on May 8, 2023 at 76 years of age.  He was born on January 2, 1947 in Slab Fork, WV.  He was the son of the late Raymond J. Cox Sr. and Ester Rhoda Treadway Cox.  He was a member of the Bluestone View Primitive Baptist Church. Raymond loved tinkering with old...

Larry David Cunningham, Sr.

Larry David Cunningham, Sr.

May 7, 2023

 

Larry David Cunningham Sr., 74, of Coal City WV, was finally reunited with his loving wife Diana in heaven on May 7, 2023.

Born May 2, 1949, Larry was the middle child of Holroyd “Jack” and Anola Cunningham of Farley Hill, West Virginia.

As a young man Larry worked as a mechanic, coal miner, carpenter, and impressively, as a...

Kenneth Camden Martin

Kenneth Camden Martin

May 5, 2023

 

Kenneth Camden Martin

Kenneth Camden Martin passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 after a long and courageous battle with several health issues.

Kenneth was born on November 19, 1935 in Slab Fork.  He was proceeded in death by his parents, Cecil and Beulah Martin; sons David and Dwayne Martin; his brother, Bobby Martin;  andBill Sutherland, brother-in-law.

Survivors include the love of his life, Mary; granddaughter Heather Heath, grandson Drew...

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