Barbara Eller Hanning, 69, of Fairmont, passed away on October 20, 2025, surrounded by her family. Barb was born August 19, 1956, the daughter of the late Robert and Cecilia Shamrock Eller of Monongah. Barbara graduated from Monongah High School, Class of 74. She always spoke fondly of the memories with her friends growing up in Monongah. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by beloved sons, Robert Aldridge and Jon Gregg Aldridge; only sibling, John Eller; and paternal and...

Christopher Cassella, 58, of Fairmont tragically passed away Monday, October 20, 2025. Chris was preceded in death by his father Samuel Cassella Sr. and his step-mother Mary Cassella. He is survived by Sammy, Mark, Christine, Johnny, Victor Cassella and Kim and Chuck Lee. In accordance with his sister’s request, cremation will take place. No funeral services will be held. Chris’s ashes will be spread at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of Ross Funeral Home 801 ...

Chester James Damico passed away October 19, 2025 at 99 years old. He was the son of the late Tony and Mary Damico of Monongah. He is survived by his daughter, Trudy Anderson (Charley), his three grandchildren, Natalie (Andy) Jefferis, Meredith (Jacob) Dailer, and Ty (Christina) Anderson, and his four great-grandchildren, Trey Jefferis, Tessa Dailer, Cal Dailer, and Avery Anderson. Chester was a carpenter by trade. After working on several new homes, including helping build his parents’ ho...

Sarah K. Blackwood (Sally) passed gently from this world on October 18, 2025, after battling symptoms of long-Covid for several weeks. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50+ years, James Blackwood and her son William Douglas Blackwood who died at birth. She was the daughter of the late W.Q. Watters and Kathryn S. Watters. She is survived by her children Kenton Q. Blackwood of Bridgeport, WV, his wife Diana and their daughter Kate, and her daughter Kathryn 'Kitty' Blackwood of Fairmon...

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...

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...

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 ...

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.

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 ...