Lula Louise Speelman, 92, of Kingwood, WV, died on Friday, May 13, 2016, at Preston Memorial Hospital. Lula was born October 17, 1923, in Kingwood, a daughter of the late Floyd and Pearl Ann (Moats) Eagle. She retired in 1985 from Preston Memorial Hospital where she had worked over 20 years as an aide. She was a member of the United Brethren Church of Kingwood. Lula was an avid bingo player, a past Girl Scout leader, she loved crocheting, sewing and most of all she loved spending time w...

Fredrick Harold Taylor, 91, of Newburg, WV, died on May 10, 2016, at Beulahland Personal Care in Grafton. Fredrick was born April 9, 1925, in Masontown, a son of the late Vera Beryl (McClure) Taylor Wilhelm and Ralph Harold Taylor. Fredrick was a veteran of the U.S. Army during WWII, serving as an MP transporting German prisoners. He worked in the coal mines for 42 years, from Brookside Mining to Chapel Coal, and then retired as a mine foreman from Island Creek Coal in 1987. Fred was a ...

Jeremy Thomas Lobb, 38, of Fairmont, WV, formerly of Kingwood, died on Monday, May 9, 2016, at his home. Jeremy was born January 26, 1978, in Morgantown, the son of Thomas E. and Cookie (Hayes) Lobb of Kingwood and Carolyn (Graham) Lobb of Newport News, VA. He was a 1995 graduate of Preston High School where he earned his letter in football. He worked for Eastern Associated Coal Co. Federal #2 mine as a roof bolter. Jeremy was an avid hunter and liked to farm, cut hay, cutting timber, f...

Richard Carey II, 69, of Bruceton Mills, WV, died on Monday, April 11, 2016, at his home. Richard was born January 30, 1947, in Milford, DE, a son of the late Richard and Clara Virginia (Passwaters) Carey. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired after working 35 years as an assistant manager with A&P/Super Fresh. Richard was a member of the Eagles Nest Church in Milton, DE, local 27 of UFCW in Milford, DE, and NRA. He enjoyed being around people and collecting A&P memorabilia. ...

Thomas Edward Wagner, age 79, of Albright, WV died Friday, April 1, 2016, at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born December 2, 1936, in Pittsburgh, PA, a son of the late Herbert and Elsie (Clevenger) Wagner. Thomas was a retired Maintenance Supervisor for Writ Management Company in Silver Spring, MD. He was a member of Kingwood Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He loved antique cars and farm equipment. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Carmela (Papaleo) Wagner; two daughters, ...

Brittany Ann (Foley) Thomas, 32, of Albright, WV, was lifted up into the arms of Jesus, while in the presence of her loving family on Saturday, March 12, 2016, at Ruby Memorial Hospital. Brittany obtained a degree at Wheeling Jesuit University, where she received the Presidential Scholarship and studied Nuclear Medicine Technology. After receiving her degree she worked for WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital. After giving birth to her two children, Brittany dedicated herself to staying home to rais...

Robert Arthur Cuppett Sr., 80, of Kingwood, WV, died on Friday, February 19, 2016, at his daughter Marjorie’s home in McClellandtown, PA. He was born July 6, 1935 in Markleysburg, PA, a son of the late Ralph Emerson and Pearl Marjorie (Myers) Cuppett. Robert was a veteran of the U.S. Marines during the Korean Conflict. He worked for Mountaineer Contractors for 20 years as a mechanic, and then worked for Bill Stone Excavating Company as a mechanic until 2013. Robert was a member of the K...

Nancy Gail Taylor, 58, of Newburg, WV, died peacefully on Monday, February 15, 2016, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport. Nancy was born September 12, 1957, in Kingwood, a daughter of Fredrick H. Taylor of Newburg and the late Gloria Mae (Beal) Taylor. She is survived by her father, Fredrick H. Taylor of Newburg; one sister and spouse, Rhonda and Ralph Jenkins of Newburg; two brothers and spouse, Martin and Janey Taylor, Chip Taylor, all of Newburg; nieces and nephews, Kelly Jenkins...

John George Ryan Jr., 71, of Kingwood, WV, died on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, at Preston Memorial Hospital. John was born April 7, 1944, in Laurel, MD, a son of the late John “Jack” George Ryan Sr. and Hattie Evelyn (Souder) Ryan Welch. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War; he was a member of the Fort Butler VFW Post #826 in Kingwood. John worked for Raspa Security as a security guard at Greer Limestone. He enjoyed fishing, horseshoes, camping and reading but most of...

Patricia “Patty” Jo Bonafield, 69, passed away at her home in Terra Alta, WV, surrounded by her family on Friday, January 15, 2016. She was born on December 27, 1946, in Fairmont, a daughter of the late Joseph and Kathryn (Lynch) Fulaytar. Patty was a teacher for 30 plus years, having taught in Preston and Garrett Counties. She had a gift for teaching and loved her job. She was a graduate of Barrackville High School, Fairmont State College, and West Virginia University. Patty had a stro...