Michael Grant “Mike” Dean, 57, of Clarksburg, WV, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at his home after a brief illness. He was born in Clarksburg on January 25, 1967, to the late Delbert Grant and Betty Jean (Smith) Dean. Michael is survived by his only daughter Brandi Renae McCormick and husband Dakota and their children Stevie Mae and Wilder of Flemington; his fiancé Denise D. Perrine who he called his Sweetness; brother Dewain Dean and significant other Diane Garrison of Weston...

Thomas “TJ” James Allen Pratt, 40 of Westover, WV passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. He was born on June 4, 1984 in Morgantown, son of David Allen and Donna Susan (Stone) Pratt, Copperas Cove, TX. TJ enjoyed hunting and deer and turkey, fishing, camping and just being outdoors. He was a Coal Miner for Iron Senergy in Waynesburg, PA. In addition to his parents, TJ is survived by his wife, Katie Ann (Amos) Pratt; three sons, William Amos, Charleston, Matthew Amos, Morgantown, Aiden Amos...

Tate Lyndon Davis entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior on December 17, 2024, at UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Born on October 19, 2023, in Morgantown, WV, Tate's time on earth was a testament to the joy and resilience that can be packed into a single year. Tate was the cherished son of Shawn D. Davis, Jr., and Rachael L. Davis, and the adored younger brother of Gracelynn Blaire Davis, or "Sissy". He was deeply loved by his grandparents, Shawn “Pappy” and R...

Mary Marie Marsh, age 79, of Buckhannon, WV, died Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at her home. She was born August 1, 1945, in Buckhannon, a daughter of the late Dart and Goldie Arbogast Marsh. She is survived by one daughter, Mary Lipps of Buckhannon; one son, Matthew Landis and wife Carol of Buckhannon; four grandsons, Mark Landis and wife Tarana, John Dean and Chris Dean and wife Whitney all of Buckhannon and David Lipps and wife Christine of Huntington, WV; two granddaughters, Anna Solacz of ...

Steven Chris Blinkmann, 73, of Reader, WV took the next step on his journey on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at his home and with his family by his side. Steve was born December 25, 1950, in Florence, AZ son of the late Walter C. and Elizabeth I. (Vahldieck) Blinkmann. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran having served in Vietnam, where he earned the rank of A.S.A. Spec 4; a member of the DAV and IOOF Reader Lodge No. 282. Steve was a licensed pilot and enjoyed flying from port to port. He col...

Brenda Kessler, 72, of Morgantown, WV, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024. Born on May 6, 1952, in Morgantown, she lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family. Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Dale McMillen and Helen Doloris, her in-laws, Bert and Ruby Kessler, and her sister, Wilma Santana. She is survived by her loving husband, Randy Kessler; her children, Timothy Dalton (Kim), Bert Kessler (Kayla), and Heidi Dalton (Edward); a...

Chandra Brooke Metz, age 26, of Buckhannon, WV, died Monday, December 16, 2024, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. She was born March 23, 1998, in Morgantown, a daughter of Mack and Judith Payne Metz, both of Buckhannon. In addition to her parents, she is survived by one brother, Corey Williams and fiancée Shawna Smith of Buckhannon; special nephews, Aiden Collins and Lincoln Williams both of Buckhannon; special niece, Lainey Williams of Buckhannon; fiancée, Joshua Alderman of ...

HUBBARD Russel D. Humphrey, 79, died Monday evening December 16, 2024 at Burton Health Care. He was born February 15, 1945 in Philippi, WV, a son of Dorsey and Norma Haddix Humphrey. Mr. Humphrey served with the United States Army as a combat medic. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, Vietnam War Veterans and the Vietnam Memorial Wall Fund. He was a die setter for Howell Industries for over 35 years. He leaves his wife of 38 years, the former Nancy L. Edwards, whom he mar...

Sheila Marie Butler, 68, of Arnoldsburg, WV, passed away at her home on Monday, December 16, 2024. She was born on August 2, 1956, in Fairmont, WV, a daughter of the late John and Lona Falls. She was a homemaker and her boys were the joy of her life. She loved fishing and mushroom hunting. She is survived by four sons, Dustin Shelley, David Dodd, Jacob Dodd, and John Dodd; grandkids Brittney Shelley, Gabriel Dodd, Derrick Dodd, Maverick Dodd, Devon Wyman, Anthony Gutierrez, and Rene Gut...

Roy David Hershman, age 64, of Tunnelton, WV, passed away Monday, December 16, 2024, in Morgantown, surrounded by his family. He was born, January 23, 1960, a son of the late Charles Wesley Hershman and Hallie Floraence (Bryan) Hershman. His wife, Tina May Hershman survives. Roy worked as a tree trimmer for Asplundh and Hazlett Tree Service. He had attended Green Valley United Methodist Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and farming. He most enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren ...