Jeffrey Roy Nicholson, 63, of Weston, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital in Weston. He was born in Clarksburg, WV on October 10, 1961, son of the late Roy K. and Wilma Jean (Bonnell) Nicholson. At the age of 2 years old, Jeff gained a loving adopted mom, Creola Marie Nicholson of New Milton, WV, who survives. Jeff was united in marriage on October 13, 1985 to his loving wife of 39 years, Pamela Jean (Butcher) Nicholson, who ...

Llewellyn “Lee” Alton Taylor passed away on January 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Born to the late Parely and Dorothy Gamble Taylor in Morgantown, WV, on January 9, 1948. In his youth, Lee moved to Youngstown, OH, where he spent many years employed at the steel mill. His strong work ethic never wavered, even after the mill's closure. He continued to contribute to his community as a proud member of the Laborers Union Local #125 until his retirement. Lee was the epitome of a handy man, alw...

Michael J. Gillispie, 68, of Lumberport, passed away on January 14, 2024. He was born on September 2, 1956, the son to the late Everett “George” Gillispie and Mildred “Millie” Creak. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister Darla “Renee” Elder; grandparents Laura “Icie” West, Arch (Hazel) Creak; mother-in-law Fay Meadows; and father-in-law Chuck Layton. He is survived by his wife Bettie Sue Gillispie, whom he married January 20, 1979; children Melissa (Eric) Elder ...

Sylvia Helen (Ellis) Mallion, 66, of Camden, WV passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 after an extended illness. She was born in Clarksburg, WV on October 15, 1958, daughter of the late Harold V. and Helen (Weber) Ellis. Sylvia is survived by 3 brothers, Phillip Ellis and wife, Ruth of Weston, Thomas Ellis and wife, Kathy of Jane Lew, and William Ellis and wife, Carol of Gassaway, 3 sisters, Carol Frame and husband, Joe of Gassaway, Susan Murphy of Weston, and Elizabeth Hawkins and husb...

Delores Kay Jacks, 68, of Bridgeport, passed away on Tuesday, January 14,2025 at Maplewood Assisted Living. She was born on February 9,1956 in Buckhannon WV, a daughter of the late Roy Cunningham and Opal (Boyles) Cunningham. Kay is survived by her husband Johnny Jacks, sisters, Nina Monroe and husband Arnie of Buckhannon, Linda Weaver, and husband Russell of French Creek, Sisters in law, Linda Ann Cunningham, Sharon Cunningham and Bernice Sue Cunningham, Brother in Law, Ralphie Quick, and...

Franklin “Frank” C. Smith, Jr. was a man who lived his life with honor, pride, and an unwavering love for his family and country. He was born on March 5, 1949, in Morgantown, WV, to Franklin Smith, Sr., and his loving mother, Elsie Widner. He was called to eternal rest unexpectedly on January 13, 2025. Frank graduated from Butte Montana High School in 1967. After graduation, he spent the summer working in the local copper mines before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. He was...

Terry Dean Johnson, 81, of Reedsville, WV, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 13, 2025. He was born in Tunnelton on October 4, 1943, son of the late Jesse Andrew and Ruby Helen (Casteel) Johnson. Terry was a roof bolter at Big Joe’s and Big John’s. He enjoyed fishing, camping, boating, and working on cars. Terry loved exploring the outdoors, especially spending time at Smoke Hole. He was a family man and a proud grandfather. Terry is survived by a son, Robert...

Nicholas “Nick” Fonte, 75, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, after a short but valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. Nick was born May 13, 1949, to Nick and Susan Fonte of Fairmont. An avid fisherman who loved the outdoors, Nick was a man of many interests and talents, including dancing, winemaking, gardening, canning peppers, and refereeing football and basketball. In 1994, he ran the Chicago Marathon. He especially enjoyed dancing and listening to...

Margaret Ann Wiant, 74, of Weston passed away on Monday, January 13th, 2025 in Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital of Weston, WV. She was born in Weston on August 9th, 1950: daughter of the late Dana Lough and Laura (Pearson) Lough. Cherishing Margaret’s memory is her son: Michael Lough of Weston, adopted daughter: Alexis Wiant of Weston, four grandchildren, Autumn Nichole Garcia and Brittany Leigh Lough both of Florida, Austin Williams of Florida, and Andrew (Pookie) Wiant of W...

Joyce Kay Norris, 75, of Clarksburg, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 at her home. She was born on February 18, 1949 in Weston, a daughter of the late James Alpheus Bennett and Gladys Virginia Wamsley Bennett. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Donald Norris, whom she married on January 8, 1972. She is also survived by two children, Matthew Norris and wife Wilma Marie of Anmoore and Brenda Maki and her husband Gary of Weston; grandchildren, Abigail Fox, Betthany Hurst, ...