Kathleen Joyce (Haller) Swick, 87 a resident of Elkins, WV passed away from this life August 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Kathleen was born August 5, 1938, in Simpson, the daughter of the late Willie Haller and Mary (Bays) Haller. Kathleen is survived by her four children, Linda Marshall of Canton, OH, Dearl James Swick Jr, and wife Maria of Bridgeport WV, Cathy Jo Fincham and husband Kermit, Jr. “Bingo” of Winfield, WV, and Crystal Dawn Zi...

Brett Daniel Fox Sr, 67, of Salem passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at Louis A Johnson VA Medical Center. He was born on March 16, 1958 in Bancroft, WV, son of the late Elmer Eugene Fox and Eva Lee Vandergriff Fox Shaffer and husband Doug Shaffer. Brett served his country in the United States Marines where he was a mechanic. He retired as a communication specialist at WV State University. Brett enjoyed watching college football and racing. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and loved his f...

Marilyn Elaine (Glover) Keener, 77, of Mannington, West Virginia, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, while under the care of Hospice and in the comfort of her youngest daughter's home in Uniontown, Ohio, and is now at home with her Lord and Savior. She was the first child and only daughter of LuEtta and George Glover. She and her younger brother lived a quintessential small-town life. Marilyn's summer days were filled with time at the public pool at Hough Park, annual stays at C...

Mr. Michael Lee “Mickey” Schwirian age 78, a resident of Philippi and more recently of the Salem Center Health Care Facility in Salem, WV, departed this life Saturday morning August 30, 2025, at the care center. Death was following a period of declining health. He was born August 23, 1947, at Philippi, WV, a son of the late Herman Joseph and Reta Kathleen Hollen Schwirian. He spent 40 years with the love of his life, Julia Marie Griffith Snider, who preceded him in death on December 8, 202...

Linda Kay Neville, a treasured soul and beautiful spirit, passed away on the 30th of August 2025, at the place she called home her entire life, Morgantown, WV. Born to the late James and Thelma Newbraugh, on May 25th, 1946, Linda's life was a testament to the enduring power of love and familial bonds, a legacy that will live on through those she cherished. Linda was the cherished matriarch of a family that embraced her nurturing spirit. She was a loving mother to her devoted daughter, ...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Patrick Secreto, age 83 of Charlotte, NC. James joined the Lord in Heaven on August 29,2025 at Novant Matthews Hospital. He was born in Meadowbrook, WV on May 15, 1942 a son of the late Patsy William Secreto and Mary Evelyn (DePolo) Secreto. Surviving are two daughters and sons in law: Kim and Jay Fontaine of Charlotte, NC and Mariana and Cody McClung of Stanfield,NC; two grandsons: Eric Wilson and Joshua Wilson; his sibli...

Robert Edwin Stevens, 87, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on August 29, 2025, at the Tygart Center. He was born on March 28,1938, a son of the late Junior and Rebecca (Wilson) Stevens. Robert proudly served his country in the United States Army Reserves. After the military, he worked for A&P Grocery, then he became a coal miner until he retired. Robert enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 63 years, Ellen (Moran) Steve...

Edward George Hare, Jr., aged 72, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on the 29th of August, 2025, in the same community where he was born and had spent his entire life. Born on April 7, 1953, to a close-knit family in Morgantown, he grew up to embody the spirit of his hometown, becoming a beloved member of the community. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Edward leaves behind his cherished wife of 47 years, Brenda Lee Hare, who stood by his side thro...

Mary Lou Whittaker Walls, 86, of Morgantown, passed away Friday evening August 29, 2025 at home after a long illness. A complete obituary and details of a service to honor her life and legacy will be announced when completed by the family. We encourage those who knew Mary to share their memories and upload photos of her to the memorial page. Your contribution will serve as a comforting reminder of Mary's life and the positive impact she had on those around her. Smith Funeral & Crem...

Lora Jane Frush, 88, of Chub Run Road Community, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on, Friday, August 29, 2025 at her home. She was born in Clarksburg on April 26, 1937, daughter of the late Orie M. and Alma M. (Gump) Jones. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Thomas A. “Tom” Frush Jr. on December 21, 2021. Lora is survived by her five children: Tommy Frush (Stephanie) of Linden, VA, Jeannie Oliverio (Sam) of Bridg...