Christine “Chrissy” Deon Streets, 51, of Reader, WV passed away from her silent battle of cancer on Saturday, September 27, 2025 while at her home. Chrissy was born July 18, 1974, in New Martinsville, WV daughter of the late Buddy R. Dennison and Sheila K. Brooks. She was a homemaker, a lover of books and coffee, enjoyed word search puzzles, and spending time with her family. She was also a member of the Faith Fellowship Church of Reader, WV. Surviving, is her two daughters, Jade (Ja...

Brenda Linger, 76, of Philippi, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at United Hospital Center with her loving children by her side. Brenda was born May 22, 1949, in Philippi to the late Carolyn Joann Dadisman. Brenda was a lifelong Methodist whose gentle spirit and generous heart touched everyone she met. She worked for many years at the Barbour Department Store and later at Broaddus Hospital, where her kindness and steady care were appreciated by colleag...

James Paul "Jim" Riggleman, 80, of Bobtown, PA, passed away Friday evening, September 27th, 2025 at WVU Medicine - JW Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral & Cremation Care of Westover (304-292-9494), and condolences may be offered to the family at www.smithfcc.com. Please click "View Details" for more information.

Debra Anne McAtee, 67, of Shinnston passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025 at United Hospital Center. She was born in Cleveland, OH on June 2, 1958, a daughter of the late Charles and Joanne Newhouse Jones. She is survived by her husband, James McAtee, whom she married 45 years ago; her children, Jennifer McDougle and husband Okey, Idamay, James McAtee, Shinnston, William McAtee and wife Angelica, Shinnston, and Melissa McAtee and companion Jason, Shinnston; her brothers, Charles Jones,...

Mary Jane VanGilder, 90, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on September 26, 2025. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on November 7, 1934, a daughter of the late Walter and Irene (Kreiger) Wisch. Mary was a member of Central Christian Church. She was a homemaker, where she loved to cook and make desserts. Left to cherish her memory is one daughter, Debra (Ron) Wenig and one sister-in-law, Willa VanGilder. She is preceded in death by her husband, Loren VanGilder; h...

Russell “Rusty” Plaugher, 57, of Clarksburg, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025 at his home in Clarksburg. He was born on February 16, 1968 in Clarksburg, a son of the late Harry Carl Plaugher and Katherine Viola Titchnell Plaugher. Rusty is survived by his companion Connie, and her children who were like his own. He is also survived by one sister Belinda Southern-Miles and husband Mike and one daughter, and one son; and many nieces and nephews and a favorite Aunt Helen Critchfi...

Dr. James Matthew Godwin, III, 71, of Bluefield, WV passed away Friday, September 26th, 2025 at WVU Medicine - J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. A full obituary will be published when completed by the family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Smith Funeral & Cremation Care of Westover (304-292-9494) is providing compassionate professional services to the family. Condolences and other gifts of comfort may be offered at www.smithfcc.com.

Mary Beth Oldaker, 66, of Jane Lew, passed away surrounded by loving family on Friday, September 26, 2025, at United Hospital Center in Clarksburg. Mary was born in Elyria, OH, on March 3, 1959, a daughter of the late Charles Leslie Dillon and Beatrice Schworer. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by one sister, Amy Dillon. On October 6, 1979, Mary married the love of her life, James Michael Oldaker. Their union, spanning over 45 years, was one marked by love,...

James “Jim” Franklin Merriner, 101, of Clarksburg, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 26, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by love. He was born on May 26, 1924, in Hundred, WV, the son of the late Robert Lee and Rebecca Taylor Merriner. Jim lived a long and meaningful life, remembered for his steady kindness and quiet strength. He worked for many years as an accounting manager in retail, where he was admired for his hard work, dedication, and gentle spirit. He was a be...

Joyce Lillian Ross, lovingly known as Joy, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 1, 1944, she was the daughter of the late William “Bill” Tibbetts and Dixie Harden Tibbetts. She is survived by her two sons, Charlie (Carolyn) Ross and Mark Ross; her cherished grandchildren, Brad (Britney) Ross of Fairmont, WV and Eric (Brandi) Ross of Farmington, WV. She was extremely proud of and loved spending time with her great-grandchildren, Br...