Mary Ellen Kramer passed away on September 11, 2025, just shy of her 90th birthday. She was born on September 16, 1935, to the late Thomas Webb Straight and Wanda Bell Duncan Straight. She grew up in Barrackville, West Virginia, and later she and her husband made their home in Kingmont, West Virginia, surrounded by lots of loving family. Throughout her life, she worked at Owens-Illinois, Westinghouse/Phillips Lighting, and for the City of Pleasant Valley. Mary was preceded in de...

Barbara Marie (Snyder) Brunetti, 68, of Bridgeport, WV, left this world and gained her angel wings on Thursday, September 11, 2025, surrounded by love and the deep imprint she left on so many lives. Born in Fairmont, WV, Barbara was the beloved daughter of the late James Albert and Juanita Ellen Snyder of Farmington. She was a proud 1975 graduate of Farmington High School and went on to earn her degree from Fairmont State College in 1979. It was there she met the love of her life and soulm...

Donovan “Don” Dale Krafft, 72, of Jane Lew, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, in the comfort of his home surrounded by loving family. Donovan was born in Weston on May 7, 1953, a son of the late Charles Dale Krafft and Velma Letta Skinner Krafft. In addition to his parents, Donovan was preceded in death by his brother, Charles H. Krafft. On July 1, 1973, Donovan married the love of his life, Mildred “Susan” Fox Krafft. Their union, spanning over 52 years, was one mark...

Dorothy “Jean” Bryant, 91, of Herndon, VA, and formerly of Jane Lew, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Dulles Health and Rehab Center in Herndon. Born on December 30, 1933, in Jane Lew, Jean was a daughter of the late Robert “Glen” Garton and Vala Wimer Garton. In September 1953, she married Jason Joseph Bryant, who preceded her in death in 1979. Jean is lovingly remembered by her son, Jason G. Bryant; her granddaughters Isabella and Cecilia Bryan...

Joyce Joann Kerns, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, departed this life peacefully on September 11, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on December 19, 1948, in Morgantown, WV, the same town she drew her last breath, Joyce lived a full and vibrant life surrounded by those she cherished most. Joyce’s early life in Morgantown was enriched by the unwavering support of her late parents, Walter Morton and Margaret Blagg. Her brother Walter Lee Morton also preceded...

Doris Maxine Kubiet, 97, of Fairmont, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was born in Norway, WV on August 3, 1928, a daughter of the late Charles Layne and Mary Jackson Layne. Doris enjoyed traveling and gardening. She was a member of the Carolina Extension and a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. Doris is survived by her sisters, Carol Elliott (Ronald) of Millfall and Judy Alkire of Fairmont; a brother-in-law, Charles Russell; special nieces, Stacey Ruppert (Mike)...

Charles Edward “Chuck” Bennett Jr., 73, of Moatsville, WV, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at his home. He was born in Morgantown on August 25, 1952, a son of the late Charles E. Bennett Sr. and Quadroue Lee (Nicklow) Bennett. Charles is survived by his wife of 40 years, Judith Ann “Judy” (Perkins) Bennett whom he married on October 6, 1984; son Jason Barlow Bennett (Christy) of Cameron, NC; grandson Tyler David Austin (Tabetha) of Lillington, NC; two great-grandchildren: ...

Richard Michael “Mike” McBee, age 77, a resident of Philippi passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday September 10, 2025, at his residence. Mike was born December 7, 1947, in Philippi; a son of Richard Lee McBee and Betty (Haller) McCollough and stepmother Evelyn (Gutshaw) McBee. Mike was united in marriage on August 21, 1970, to Kathi Sue (Skidmore) McBee. Mike retired as a lab supervisor, from Philippi Development Mines and worked for various others in the state. Mike served in the US Airfo...

Blair Robert Holt, 75 of Reedsville, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Mon Health Center in Morgantown. He was born on June 14, 1950, in Bryn Mawr, PA, son of the late Eugene Henry and Eleanor Elizabeth (McGraw) Holt. Blair enjoyed eating, especially his hoagies and drinking pop, playing basketball and shopping. He is survived by two brothers, Larry Holt (Patricia), Bensalem PA, John Holt (Cindy), Morgantown; one sister, Jacqueline Farina, Philadelphia, PA; and several nieces an...

Roger Dale Moore, 70, of Fairmont, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025. He was born in Montgomery, WV on July 8, 1955, a son of the late Russell Moore and Delphia Pritt Moore. Roger worked as an A&P Mechanic Sheetmetal for over 30 years. He enjoyed golf, cornhole, karaoke, and being around his grandchildren. Roger is survived by his daughters, Christel Freeman, Valerie Moore and Kody Edwards, and Ashley McKay and Gregory McKay; grandchildren, Kitara Harger, Brittnee Moore, and Tay...