Christina Ann Shepherd, 46, of Piney, WV took the next step on her journey on Friday, January 10, 2025 at her home. Chrissy was born September 28, 1978, in Wheeling, WV daughter of David L. Shepherd and the late Charlotte (Headley) Shepherd. She was a graduate of Magnolia High School Class of 2000, enjoyed watching tv, coloring and listening to her Bible tapes. Chrissy attended both the Middlebourne Church of Christ and the Pine Grove Church of Christ. In addition to her father, she ...

Beverly “Bubbles” Vespoint, 89, of Fairmont (Bellview Community), passed away on January 10, 2025, at University Hospital in Ohio. She was born December 25, 1935. She’s the daughter of the late Richard and Louise Allawatt of Bellview. Beverly was a graduate of Fairmont Senior High School and worked for Dr. R. DeTosti. She retired from Fairmont General Hospital as a receptionist in the Orthopedic Department. She was a member of the Highland Avenue Methodist Church. Beverly is survived ...

Delmis Jack Keen, age 71, of Ellamore, WV died Thursday, January 9, 2025, at J. W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. He was born May 4, 1953, in Clay County, WV, a son of the late Jack D. and Artie Ramsey Keen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn Davis. He is survived by his companion, Deb Sims of Ellamore; one son, Jack Keen and fiancé Jennifer Worthington of Horner, WV; one daughter, Jamie Slinger and companion Jared McCune of Quaker City, OH;...

William Ray “Bill” Vanscoy, 93 years, a resident of Morgantown, WV, passed away Thursday evening, January 9, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family and under the care of West Virginia University Hospice. He was born September 23, 1931 in Elkins, WV, a son of the late Ray Vanscoy and Eleanor Bosley Vanscoy. On February 4, 1956, he married Betty Jean Newlon, who survives. They were together as a married couple for 68 years. Also surviving are their children, Kathy Rae Smith and husband Mark ...

Peter B. Moran, 87, of Fairmont passed away on Thursday, January 09, 2025. Peter Bayne Moran was born on October 13, 1937, the eldest son of the late Walter P. Moran and Madge Vincent Moran. Peter graduated from East Fairmont High School in 1956; and enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served honorably and spent most of his deployment in Japan and Korea. Upon his return to civilian life, he worked in sales and management for local companies before joining Phillips Lighting/Westi...

Timothy Carl Flesher, 74, of Weston, passed away in the comfort of his home on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Timothy was born in Weston on November 21, 1950, a son of the late Carl Arthur Flesher and Rosemary Butcher. In addition to his parents, Timothy was preceded in death by one son, Timothy Carl Flesher, II; and one nephew, James Michael Flesher. Timothy is survived by one brother, Terry Flesher and wife, Susanna, of Weston; one nephew, Gary Flesher and wife, Kelly, of Weston; ...

Janet Darlene Slaughter, 73, of Weston, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Janet was born in Rochester, PA, on April 12, 1951, a daughter of the late Charles Irvin Ohler and Lois Madeline Moore Ohler. Janet was married to the love of her life, Larry Slaughter, on February 23, 1973. They shared many wonderful years together until Larry's passing. In addition to her parents and husband, Janet was also preceded in death by five brothers: Gerald Lane, Will Lane, Donnie...

Larry Ray Vincent ‘Punk’, 74, of Rivesville, WV passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, NY. Larry was born on January 13, 1950, in Fairmont, WV, the son of the late Robert N and Rosalie (Helm) Vincent. Larry was a retired over the road truck driver. He was a Mason and enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially Dale Ernhardt, riding his Harley, and attending car shows. But his favorite thing to do was spending time with family, especially his grandkids. Left to...

Joretta Belle (Patterson) Starkey, affectionately known as “Meme,” passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025, at the age of 88 at home in Weston, WV surrounded by family. Meme succumbed to a short-term illness. Born on August 19, 1936 in Clarksburg, WV, she was the beloved daughter of the late John Eldridge Patterson Sr. and the late Mayola J. (Fox) Patterson. On December 12, 1953, Meme married the love of her life, Allison Arol “Blondie” Starkey Sr., and they shared 68 beautiful years of ...

Anna Louise Vincent, 86, of Fairmont passed away on Thursday, January 09, 2025, at Rosewood Center in Grafton. She was born in Diana on April 11, 1938, a daughter of the late Herschel Ralph and Hazel Dolly Clevenger Coakley. She was a retired kindergarten aid for the Marion County Board of Education. She had been an active member of Viola Union Mission Church for man years. She enjoyed painting, art, and taking care of children. He was known for cooking especially her homemade bread. She mos...