John K. Plutro 95, of Fairmont passed away Tuesday evening October 7, 2025 at Fairmont Medical Center. He was born on December 1, 1928 in Belington, WV son of the late Eva Coontz Plutro and Michelo Pollutro “Mike Plutro” who had immigrated from Frozolone Italy and settled in Fairmont, then moved to Belington and eventually back to Fairmont with his wife Eva. John was a jack of all trades and he had mastered many to perfection. John worked at his father’s auto body paint shop and at a youn...

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, Keith Lewis Holt of Fairmont, WV, passed away peacefully in his home. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Arlene Recktenwald Holt, his daughter, Mary Jane Hall (Wayne), 7 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. Also surviving family are stepson Gary Recktenwald (Wendy), Beverly Recktenwald, and Mike Martin (Debbi). Keith was born on May 19, 1933, in Fairmont, WV. He was predeceased by his parents, William Adrian Holt and Lucille Hull Holt, brother Will...

Terry Grant Ward, 77, of Fairmont, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Fairmont Medical Center. He was born on January 2, 1948, son of the late Noah and Thelma Ward. In addition to his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his siblings Danny Ward and Mary Gregg.— Also by his beloved dog Turbo. He is survived by his loving wife, Joene, of 30 years, sons Jeff (Raquel) Ward, Allen Cutlip, Greg Cutlip; and daughter Julie (Paul) Bragg; along with 4 grandchildr...

Robert “Bob” Lee Fletcher, 76, entered into the presence of his Savior on October 3, 2025. Bob was born on September 22, 1949, to the late Burr and Irene Fletcher of Opekiska, WV. He was a devoted husband of 56 years to his high school sweetheart, Linda. He was a hard worker and always put his family first. He loved his children and grandchildren and would tell anyone who would listen how proud he was of each of them. His family adored him, and he will be greatly missed. Bob spent his ...

Randy Keith Miller, 73, of Fairmont, formerly of Berkeley Springs, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, October 3, 2025, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, after a six month fight with cancer, with his wife by his side. He was born on July 30, 1952, oldest child of the later Alfred E. Miller (1981) and Ruth M. Miller of Berkeley Springs. Randy is survived by his loving wife Margaret “Maggie” Morgan Miller. He is also survived by his mother Ruth E. Miller and sisters Brenda...

Linda Jean Bartic, 77, of Fairmont, formerly of Rivesville, passed away peacefully Friday, October 3, 2025 at home with Paula and Nelson. She was born in Fairmont on October 7, 1947, the oldest daughter of the late Paul and Edith Malick Bartic. She is survived by her dear sister and brother-in-law Nelson and Paula Ciumedean with whom she shared a home. Also, the special people in her life that were like her family, Phyllis and Roman Fetherol; Arnette Loggins; her #2 Mom, Antoinette Haught...

Carol Ann Fletcher Parker Jones, 72 from Mannington WV, passed away Friday Oct. 3rd, 2025 at her home in Fairmont WV, surrounded by family. She was born on November 15th, 1952. Daughter of George Henry Fletcher and Anna Pauline Jolliffe Fletcher. Carol graduated from Mannington High School in 1970. She attended West Virginia Career College. She worked 30+ years at Fairmont General Hospital and retired from the materials management/accounting department in 2010. As a child, Carol lov...

DONNA LEIGH FOX September 19, 1953 - October 2, 2025 Donna Fox passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025 at Brookhaven Group Home among those who have loved and cared for her for more than 30 years. Donna Leigh Fox, born on September 19, 1953, in Fairmont, WV was the first child of June Haymond Fox and Frank Edward Fox. A lover of the outdoors, Donna clocked thousands of steps on the grounds at Brookhaven, sporting her gloves, hat and pocketbook. Strong-willed and quick to forg...

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Carol Jean (Parrish) Pierce, 86, of Fairmont, on October 1, 2025. She was born in Clarksburg on September 7, 1939 to the late Charles Fredrick Parrish and Ada (Gurley) Parrish. Carol worked for Stone & Thomas as a custodian as well as the Enterprise UMC Church. She enjoyed cleaning homes and yard sales. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and treasured friend. Carol was the kindest soul, she didn’t know a stranger and had friends ...

Gary Lee Ordiway, 78, of Fairmont, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at his second home, the Clarksburg Healthcare Center, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Born on April 29, 1947, in Hornell, New York, Gary was the son of the late Kenneth Ordiway and the late Audrey & George Dennison. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Milon Ordiway. A proud patriot, Gary faithfully served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was also a member of the F...