Barbara J. Simmons Schwartz Wood, 82, of Fairmont, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at the Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. She was born on June 5, 1942 in Rowlesburg, WV, the daughter of the late Calvin A. and Mary C. Bennett Simmons. Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alfred, in July of 2024. Barbara was a faithful member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Mechanicsville, MD, and attended Rowlesburg High School. After high school, she worked as...

Patricia Joan Lozano, 85 of West Union, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Tygart Center, Fairmont, WV. She was born on October 27, 1939 in West Union, daughter of the late James Donzel and Bernice Leon Cumpston Gum. Patricia graduated from Doddridge County High School. She had worked in Alexandria, VA for the Department of the Navy. She loved everything related to Gone with the Wind, white tulips and rice. She attended Rock Run Wesleyan Methodist Church. Patricia is survived by h...

Sandra Rae (Devores) Mills, age 71, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, March 31, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 2, 1953, in Fairmont, WV. Sandra was a 1971 graduate of Farmington High School. She married the love of her life, James Brian Mills, on August 3, 1973. Sandra was a loving and devoted wife, mother, Memaw, sister, and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Eugene and Betty Lou (Prahl) Devores. Sandra is survived by he...

Gary Dale Slaughter, 77, of Jane Lew, WV passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Louise A. Johnson VA Medical Center. He was born in Clarksburg on March 5, 1948, son of the late Roy J. and Juanita L. Humphrey Slaughter. Gary graduated from Aliquippa High School in 1967. He attended Fairmont State College for one year. He proudly served his country in the United States Army in Vietnam and Germany during Vietnam War. Gary attended the Police Academy in Norfolk, VA. He served as a police of...

Dr. Haeley E. Harman, 57, of Bridgeport, WV, died suddenly Monday, March 31, 2025 at home. She was born on June 20, 1967, at Grafton City Hospital, a daughter of C. Robert and Meredith Harman, who survive of Grafton. Haeley graduated from Grafton High School Class of 1985 and from WVU School of Pharmacy, then received a medical degree from West Virginia Osteopathic School of Medicine. She cared for patients in Bridgeport and Clarksburg for many years. In addition to her parents, she is ...

Everett Gordon Haught, 80, of Reader, WV took the next step on his journey on Monday, March 31, 2025 while at his home. Gordon was born September 25, 1944, in New Martinsville, WV son of the late James W. and Onda (South) Haught. He was a retired maintenance worker for Corning Glass and a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed hunting and was a member of the Church of Christ. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, James “Frank” Haught, Roxie Bucher, Dave Haught,...

Timothy “Tim” Wayne Palmer, 75, of Salem passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center. He was born September 8, 1949 in Glen Dale, WV, son of the late Wayne Rufus and Beverly Ann West Palmer. Tim graduated from John Marshall High School Class of 1969. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After returning home, he went to work at Harglo Glass in Salem. Tim then was employed by the National Machinery in Clarksburg for 11 years ...

David Scott Bracken, 81, of Morgantown, WV went home to his Lord and Savior on March 31, 2025. He was born in April 8, 1943 to the late Pauline and Oliver Scott Bracken. Dave was a proud Marine who served at Camp Legune. After serving his country, he went to work for Consolidation Coal Company and became a foreman and worked for 31 years. Dave was an avid golfer and loved the outdoors, he loved taking cruises with his wife Janie and friends. Dave is survived by his wife of 4...

David Scott Bracken, 81, of Morgantown, WV went home to his Lord and Savior on March 31, 2025. He was born in April 8, 1943 to the late Pauline and Oliver Scott Bracken. Dave was a proud Marine who served at Camp Legune. After serving his country, he went to work for Consolidation Coal Company and became a foreman and worked for 31 years. Dave was an avid golfer and loved the outdoors, he loved taking cruises with his wife Janie and friends. Dave is survived by his wife of 4...

Marylin Elizabeth Pavlic, 81, of Windsor Heights, WV took the next step on her journey on Sunday, March 30, 2025 with her family by her side. Marylin was born August 28, 1943, in Wheeling, WV daughter of the late George and Mary Jane (Powell) Toat, Jr. She was a homemaker, enjoyed cooking, being with her sister, JoAnn, spending time with her grandchildren. Marylin was a member of the Windsor Heights Church of God where she was a very active member. In addition to her parents, she was...