Louis Dale Hamrick, a man known for his great wisdom and kindness, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, in his hometown of Morgantown, WV. Born on March 3, 1934, Louis's life was one marked by determination, love, and commitment to his country, community, and family. Louis is survived by his adored wife of 70 years, Barbara Jean Shaffer Hamrick. Together, they nurtured a family that included their sons: Mark Allen Hamrick of Morgantown, Brian David Hamrick (Teresa) of Florence, KY,...

William Earl Hayhurst passed away on July 30, 2025 from multiple myeloma. The only son of the late Kenneth Earl and Otie Rohm Hayhurst, was born July 29, 1945, in Boca Raton, FL. His grandparents were the late Orval and Brooksie Parks Hayhurst, and William and Dessie Rohm. William is survived by his wife, Winona Navonda Harbert Hayhurst, whom he married on June 17, 1967 after serving in Vietnam for one year; two children, Tabatha (Mathew) Hayhurst-Keith, and Adrian (Marcie) Hayhurst. A...

Larry Gene Lemmon, 84 of Grafton passed away at Mon General Hospital on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born in Grafton on September 13, 1940, son of the late Ralph Howard and Katherine “Kate” Teets Lemmon. His wife, Patricia Bennett Lemmon, preceded him in death July 24, 2022. Larry graduated from Grafton High School, Class of 1958, and was a proud 20-year veteran of the United States Air Force, serving from 1959 to 1979. After his military career, he worked a...

Delores Jean Romano, 84, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia. She was born on February 13, 1941, a daughter of the late William Stewart II and Gertrude (Nestor) Stewart. Delores was a homemaker, who enjoyed working in her flower bed and solving different types of puzzles. Left to cherish her memory is her son, Christopher (Mary Rohn) Romano; her daughter, Victoria (Ivy) LeFils; five grandchi...

Macel Yvonne Hartman (Zimmerman), passed away on July 29, 2025, at the age of 87 in Morgantown, WV. Born in Mt. Morris, PA, on November 23, 1937, to the late Earl Sponaugle, Sr. and Velma Stump Sponaugle. As a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Macel's life was a testament to the power of nurturing relationships and caring for others. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Linda Wade, and her husband Terry of Morgantown; her caring sister, Wandalea Hicks; two special ni...

Melissa Virginia Satterfield Snodgrass, 54, of Fairmont, West Virginia passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. She was born in Grafton, West Virginia, the daughter of late Kermit Mersing and Barbara Jean Shaffer. Melissa was a homemaker and loved to cook, do crafts, and was a member of Welcome Missionary Baptist Church in Fairmont. She enjoyed traveling and going on motorcycle rides, but her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Left to che...

Robert Lee Thorn, 89, of Reedsville, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. He was born in Howesville, WV, on May 31, 1936, a son of the late Adam “Hawk” Thorn and Eleanor (Hartman) Thorn. He is survived by his devoted wife of 67 years, Sandra (Corbin) Thorn; three children: daughter Mishell (Randy) Howard and sons Mark (Thelma) Thorn and Jeff (Joyce) Thorn; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren, with one more on the way; two sisters, Shirley Spear and Mary (Pa...

Linda Jewell Gibson affectionately known as “Jewell Jewell” 70, of Marmet, WV passed away peacefully Monday, July 28, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends. Linda was a very strong and loving mother and wonderful aunt and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her parents Willie Wilburn and Mary Elizabeth Gibson; sisters, Brenda Barton, Connie Gibson, Vickie Atkins and Aline Spencer; brother, Ronald Lee Gibson and great-great niece, Evie Elyse Turner. Left to cheri...

Rodney Samuel “Sam” Snider, 58, of Shinnston, WV, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown following a brief illness. He was born on October 20, 1966 at Green Valley in Harrison County, a son of the late John I. Snider and Wilma R. (Ball) Suter. Sam is survived by his wife of 30 years, Debbie Snider; two daughters: Jessica Palmer and husband Randy, and Brittany Snider all of Shinnston; stepson, Peter Snider and wife Crystal of Bridgeport; grandchildr...

Patricia Ann "Patty" Conner, age 59, of Folsom, passed away on July 28, 2025, at her residence. She was born on March 13, 1966, the daughter of the late Robert and Ruthann Conner. Patty is survived by her daughter, Kristen Marie Sendling and companion Matt Gump of Monongah; brother Robert Conner and wife Connie of Clarksburg; her loving companion of 25 years, Richard "Ben" Bates; and her dog, Archer. Patty loved spending time with her daughter, companion, and family. Her hobbies...