Karen Sue Carder, 60, of Clarksburg, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025 in her home and surrounded by her family. She was born on April 26, 1964 in Clarksburg, a daughter of the late Edward Stormick. She is survived by her mother Vivian “Bubbles” Zebley Stormick with whom she made her home and provided excellent care for her; She is survived by her daughter, Lindsay Carder and her fiancée James Bolton of Pittsburgh, PA; two sisters, Rebecca “Becky” Spitler and husband Steve and Debra...

David Denton Baker Rice, age 89 years, a resident of Montrose, WV passed away peacefully with his family at his side on January 25, 2025. David is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Nancy, and their children: Brooks (Jill) of Columbus, Ohio, Rob (Lailah) of Charleston, West Virginia, and Katy (David), of Kenai, Alaska. He was a cherished grandfather to Triston, Carter, Owen, Evan, Caroline, Adam, and Luke. David also leaves behind his sisters, Marjorie (Ed) of Lost Creek, WV and Bev...

Robert “Bob” Earl Haddix, age 84 of Audra Park Community, passed away peacefully at home January 24, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1940, the son of the late Atha Thomas and Agnes Clara (Smith) Haddix in Hall WV. He was united in marriage on April 3, 1965, to the former Sylvia E. Evix who survives. Also surviving sons, Robert “Robbie” (Carol) Haddix of Buckhannon, Mark (Marissa) Haddix of Philippi; daughters Brenda (Dana) Brown, Christy (Doc) Bush, and Lisa Hoagland all of Audra Park C...

Robert “Bob” Raymond Smith 79, of West Union passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at New Martinsville Health and Rehabilitation. Bob was born October 28, 1945 in Thomas, WV son of the late Donald Graydon and Lucy Frances Sagace Smith. Bob was a laborer for many years. He enjoyed watching sports, collecting and listening to music, being home and burning good old fire wood to stay warm. Bob is survived by his wife, Jeanette Holtz Smith whom he married on November 28, 1977; three c...

John Edward Gillespie, 66, of Fairmont passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Fairmont Medical Center. He was born in Fairmont on August 03, 1958, a son of the late Vinton Carl Gillespie and Virginia Ellen Phillips Gillespie. He was a graduate of East Fairmont High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and going to camp. He has worked as a truck driver and a diesel mechanic. He last worked at Panhandle Pipeline. He most enjoyed the time spent with his family and friends. He is surv...

Shirley Virginia Austin, 75, died at Morgantown Healthcare Center on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Shirley was born February 15, 1949, in Morgantown, WV to Harold and Flossie McCormick. She is survived by one daughter, Candice Austin and her companion John M. Sinsel, and one son, James Elvis Austin, both of Morgantown. She is also survived by four grandchildren - David Harper (currently serving in the United States Navy), Gracie Harper and her companion Justice Camp, Blake Austin, and Cl...

David Wayne Wood a dedicated mechanic and passionate drag racing enthusiast, passed away on January 23, 2025, at his home in Wheeling, West Virginia. He was 69 years old. He was born on September 18, 1955, a son of the late William and Betty Wood from Millville, Delaware. David was the devoted husband of the late Cheryl Lucille Wood who passed away on April 16, 2016. His memory lives on through his two sons, David Wayne Wood Jr. and wife Jamie of McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, and Daniel ...

Glenda Joyce (Johnson) Scroggs, 59, of Kingwood, WV, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. She was born on August 11, 1965, in Morgantown, WV, the daughter of Velma Elizabeth (Scott) Johnson and the late Enoch Johnson. A proud member of the Central Preston High School Class of 1983, Glenda went on to become a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse. Her caring nature led her to serve in the United States Army Reserves for eight years, where she made lifelong friendships and c...

Robert Wesley “Bob” Freeman, age 82 years, a resident of the Pifer Mountain Community, St. George, WV departed this life early Wednesday morning, January 22, 2025, at Cortland Acres at Thomas, WV under the care of Mountain Hospice. He had been in declining health. He was born Thursday, May 14, 1942, at Moatsville, WV, a son of the late Leo Benton Freeman and Hattie Sedalia Nestor Freeman. On February 18, 1961, he was married to the former Wanda Grace Auvil, who preceded him in death March 21,...

Gilbert “Gib” Junior Westfall, 93, of Koons Run, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. He was born on October 23, 1931 in Lumberport to the late Doy and Stella (Kittle) Westfall. Gilbert was the last surviving member of his immediate family, which included five sisters and two brothers. He was married to the late Lillie Marie (Higginbotham) Westfall for 65 years. Gilbert is also preceded in death by his son, George Junior Westfall. He is survived by his...