Rhonda D Cartwright, 64, of Fairmont, WV passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born on October 24, 1960, the daughter of the late Charles Dale and Lettie Elva (Lawson) Hunt. Rhonda was a graduate of Fairmont Senior High School and furthered her education at Fairmont State College. She worked for the North Central Community Action Center as a teacher’s aide and loved the years in the different classrooms. She was born with a caretaker’s heart and in l...

Ernest "Ernie" Ray Mikles SEPTEMBER 9, 1944 – OCTOBER 18, 2025 Ernest Ray Mikles, 81, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on Saturday October 18th, 2025 at the Veterans Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his son, Patrick Graham Mikles, mother, Mary Kathleen Shadrick, sister(s) Michelle Shadrick & Joanie Merrill. Ernie is survived by his wife of 63 years, Frances, his son Kelly (Carol) Mikles, his daughter Tracey Rae Mikles a...

Mable Justice, of Fourstates, WV, passed away on October 17th, 2025, after an over 13 yearbattle with Dementia at the age of 88. She was born in Claraton, Pennsylvania t oMoses and Ethel Simmons on January 29, 1937. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Justice Sr, son Pernell Justice, brothers Luke and Dave, and sister Annabell. She is survived by her step-son Roger Justice and wife Sally, son Robert Justice Jr, and son Forrest Justice and wife Charita. She loved the Lord ...

Owen “Keith” Whiteman, age 64 years, a resident of Fairmont, WV departed this life Thursday morning, October 16, 2025, at the WV Caring Hospice Center in Elkins, WV. He had his loving family at his side. He had been in declining health for the past year. Keith was born December 3, 1960, in Elkins, WV, a son of the late Robert Neil Whiteman, Sr. and Margaret Ida Erickson Whiteman. He is survived by one brother, Robert "Neil" Whiteman, Jr. and wife Linda of Middletown, PA; three sisters, Lin...

Bernice Elaine Hardway, 98, of Fairmont passed away peacefully on Thursday October 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 5, 1927, the daughter of the late Cecil and Edna (Martin) Carroll. Her life was a shining example of love, strength, and intelligence, as she consistently sought out new ways to stay active and engaged. Whether tackling household projects or tending to her yard, her determination and enthusiasm were inspiring. According to her, it was this ...

Jackie Ray Knight, 67, of Fairmont, West Viginia, peacefully passed away on October 16, 2025, at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital. Jackie was born on September 29, 1958, to Mr. Jack L Knight and Mrs. Goldie B. (Frederick) Knight. All services will be private and a burial at Mt. Zion cemetery will follow. Condolences can be left at www.carpenterandford.com Carpenter and Ford Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Rhuann Cabral, age 82, of Petersburg and formerly of Cabins & Fairmont, WV, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at her home. She was born on November 10, 1942, in Fairmont, WV, the daughter of the late Dale and Betty (Craigh) Harter. Rhuann was preceded in death by her husband Anthony Cabral on March 3, 2000 and her longtime companion, John Benjamin Juker on January 20, 2009. Ms. Cabral graduated from Fairmont Senior High School in Fairmont, WV and worked at Fairmont General Hospi...

Michael James Lawrence, 54, of Fairmont passed away on Wednesday October 15, 2025. He was born on July 14, 1971, the son of the late Harry and Ann Lawrence. Mike was a maintenance laborer for T.M. Enterprise. He enjoyed cutting glass and working on cars. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 10 years, Karen Cunningham Lawrence, the father that raised him Charels Hager, his children Holly Sloan, Amy Griffey, Dominic and Jacob, his grandchildren Angel Sloan, Christian Sloan, ...

Donna Rae Prickett, 73, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. She was born on February 3, 1952, a daughter of the late Howard Sypolt and Helen Cain. Donna was an in-home care giver. She was very compassionate in being able to help others. Left to cherish her memory are her two sons, John Hall and Robert (Rebecca) Hall; one daughter, Virginia Hall; one brother, Don Loudin; and one sister, Ellen Lansbury. She is preceded in death by her hus...

Shirley Ann Crihfield (Kimble) Lander passed away peacefully at Valley Hospice - Liza's Place in Wheeling, WV on October 13, 2025. Shirley was born in Fairmont, WV on January 6, 1939, to Virgil and Dakota Crihfield. She is survived by her husband, George "Al" Lander of Wheeling, WV, whom she married in 1987. She is also survived by her children: Richard Kimble, Mannington, WV; Gregory (Michelle) Kimble, Fairchance, PA; Rocky Kimble, Hundred, WV; Joni Mayle, Salem, WV; stepdau...