Robert “Bob” Paul Kocher, 79, Reader, WV died Monday, September 29, 2025 at his home with his family by his side. Bob was born October 25, 1945, in Middlebourne, Tyler County, WV son of the late Lewis A. and Mildred L. (Weekley) Kocher. Robert was a retired chemical operator for Bayer. A U.S. Navy veteran; loved going hunting, fishing and working with dogs; his love and compassion for his grandchildren and great grandchildren was unmeasurable. He was a member of the National American Le...

Vincent Joseph Peskar,93, of Morgantown, passed away Monday, September 29th, 2025, at Mon Health Medical Center after a very short battle with lung cancer. Vincent was born the son of the late Vincent Joseph Peskar, Sr., and the late Marie Zivoder Peskar on June 15, 1932 in Euclid, OH. He was a graduate of St. Christine School and Mentor High School. Following school, his vocation was playing rhythm guitar after many years of lessons. He played in many different groups in Cleveland, S...

Gregory J. Farrah, 66, of Fairmont passed away Monday, September 29, 2025 at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown after a long fight with blood cancer. He was born on March 25, 1959 in Fairmont the son of the late Norman and Cora Belle Farrah. Greg is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 43 years, Kimberly Riggi Farrah. He is also survived by two brothers Sam and wife Cheryl Farrah and David and wife Marlene Farrah. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law Tim (Susan) Rig...

Roger “Mole” Lee Starkey, Jr., 54, of Barrackville, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2025. He was born in Fairmont on September 12, 1971, a son of Dorothy Mae Greiger and Roger Lee Starkey. Roger enjoyed telling stories (especially about fishing), fishing with his sons, and visiting his mother. He owned and operated Hooks and Charms in Barrackville. Roger never met a stranger. In addition to his mother, Roger is survived by his fiancée, Chrissy Mays; Chrissy’s father, Ron Mays, Sr., w...

James David Rehe February 1, 1992 ~ September 29, 2025 (age 33) James ‘David’ Rehe, 33, of Masontown, WV, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, September 29, 2025. He was born on February 1, 1992, in Morgantown, WV, the cherished son of Danny Rehe and Tammy (Davis) Rehe. David was a devoted husband, proud father, loyal son, caring brother, and faithful friend. He worked as a dedicated mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, where he was known for his reliability and kindnes...

JJ was born on July 5th, 1937 and passed away on September 28th, 2025 at the age of 88 Please click "view details" for more information.

James Edward Hodges, 85, of Reedsville, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Kingwood Healthcare Center. He was born on December 24, 1939 in Hinesville, GA, and grew up in Hilton Head, SC, a son of the late William A “Pat” and Evelyn (Salter) Hodges. James is survived by his wife of 13 years, Phyllis A Hodges. James is also survived by one son, Ricky L. Watson of Salem; grandchildren: Rusty Nicholson and wife Christy, Jeremy Watson and wife Barbie, and Katrina See and husband ...

Douglas Andrew Redleski, 66, of Tunnelton, WV, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 28, 2025. He was born on November 15, 1958, in Canton, Ohio, a son of the late Charles Redleski and Marjorie Sue (Auvil) Redleski. Douglas lived a simple, genuine life filled with the things and people he loved most. He enjoyed casting a line while fishing, listening to his son play guitar, and sharing his lifelong love of rock and roll. His faithful dog, Bandit, was his constant companio...

Mary Jo Stevens Sharp, age 89, of Volga, WV, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, September 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 12, 1936, in Mannington, WV, a daughter of the late John and Mabel Hawkins Stevens. Mary Jo was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Herbert Dale Sharp; two sisters, Dorothy and Edith; three brothers, Virgil, Earl and Billy; and her sweet dog Daisy. Surviving is her beloved son, Robert Dale Sharp and wife Pat of Volga an...

John Louis Smith, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital at Mon Health System in Morgantown, WV. Born on September 30, 1940, in Gulfport, MS, he was the son to the late Eugene and Nettye Wilkinson Smith. John's life was one of dedication to his family, his country, and his community. His devotion was evident in his loving marriage to Winabeth Allen Smith, with whom he built a rich tapestry of memories cherished by all who knew them. The proud father ...