Mistie Martin, 46, of Fairmont, went to be with the Lord on October 1, 2025, after a long journey through illness. She was born in Fairmont on March 28, 1979, a daughter of Loretta Manning and the late Jeffrey Manning. Mistie had a heart that made everyone feel at home. She leaves behind memories and laughter. Mistie enjoyed quilting, the outdoors, scrapbooking, flowers, gardening, and animals. She was employed by Fairmont State University. She was a member of Willow Tree Baptist Church. ...

LARRY MAZZA June 28, 1949 - October 1, 2025 Larry Mazza, 76, passed away unexpectedly on October 1st, leaving behind the two most precious things in his life, his son, Rocky, and his granddaughter, Adrianna. Also his sister, and best friend, Linda Shelosky; his nieces, Stephany Blickenstaff and Andrea Shelosky; his nephew, Rick Mazza II; and all his special great nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Jennie Mazza; his brother, Rickey; and his broth...

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...

Paulette Dobbs, 68, of Fairmont, WV departed this life on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. She was born on December 3, 1956 to the late Paul D. and Virginia Lewis Dobbs in Newark, NJ. She attended Marion County Schools and was a 1974 graduate of West Fairmont. Sr. High School. She had several employers with the most recent being Mylan Pharmaceuticals. Paulette was a dire fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles, watching...

Edwin L. “Bud” Merrifield, 81, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025. We know he is already rejoicing in heaven with those who left before him (and everyone new he can meet). He was lovingly known as “Uncle Bud” to family and friends. He was a perfectionist at anything he did and loved supervising others, whether he held that title or not. Bud often worked two jobs because loving and supporting his family was his main priority, second only to being a faithful Christian. His wife of ...

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...

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...

Joseph Wayne “Joey” Wilson, 48, of Fairmont, WV, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 25, 2025, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly. He was born on December 2, 1976, the son of John and the late Helen (Hinkle) Stuyvesant. Joey was a truck driver by trade, but his true calling in life was being a family man. He had a big laugh, a big heart, and never met a project car he didn’t want to tinker with. He enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, tattooing, drawing, and teasing...

John P. Sharretts, age 73, most currently of Fairmont, WV, passed away Thursday morning, September 25th, 2025 at Genesis Healthcare - Madison Center in Morgantown. He was born October 2, 1951. Mr. Sharretts has no known survivors. Smith Funeral & Cremation Care of Westover (304-292-9494) is providing compassionate professional cremation services.

Jennifer Jane Keefover, 54, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the Ruby Memorial Hospital. She was born on January 6, 1971, a daughter of the late Robert Edwin Wolford and Janice Louise McIntyre. Jennifer was a homemaker, who dedicated her life to taking care of her son, Alex. Jennifer was a volunteer for the Paws 4 People organization, where she loved to play and care for the dogs there. She also enjoyed playing with her three dogs – Poppy, Band...