Billy Lee Hovatter, 87, of Thornton, WV, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at the WV Caring Hospice Center in Elkins. He was born in Evansville on April 19, 1937, a son of the late Floyd and Elsie (Royce) Hovatter. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family having also been preceded in death by five siblings: Elmer Hovatter, Claude Hovatter, Donald “Charlie” Hovatter, Gerald Hovatter and Betty Hovatter Bolyard; and a daughter. Billy is survived by one son and thre...

Nancy Lea Leary, 81, of Daybrook, WV, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at her home with her loving children by her side. She was born on March 18, 1943, the daughter of the late Orval Wayne Eddy and Martha Blendine Eddy. Nancy was a homemaker. She loved to cook, bake, and work in her flower garden. She was an avid Mountaineer fan. She enjoyed her puzzle books, quilting, and playing cards. Nancy also enjoyed attending church and singing hymns. Most of all, she enjoyed havi...

Linda Lee Cupp, 77, of Masontown, WV, passed away on January 28, 2025. Linda was born on June 2, 1947, in Morgantown, WV, the daughter of the late Steve Julius Kovach and Marie Emmoline Doan. Linda was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister whose warmth and love touched the lives of all who knew her. She is survived by her loving daughter, Ann Street and her husband Steve; her brother, Steve J. Kovach Jr.; her cherished grandchildren, Sarah and her husband Nathan For...

James Staunton Jarrett, 85, a dedicated husband, father, and community leader, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025. Born in Charleston, West Virginia, Jim brought his vibrant spirit and steadfast work ethic to Shinnston in 1965, He and his beloved wife, Nancy, established their family home at Jadewood Farms. Jim was preceded in death by Nancy, his wife of 62 years, with whom he shared a life of love, partnership, and shared commitment to family and community. Together, they raised two...

Louis Donald "Donnie" Marchesani, 83, of Fairmont, WV, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025. Born on October 4, 1941, in Fairmont, WV, he was the son of the late Nick and Helen Marchesani. Donnie was preceded in death by his sisters, Rosemary Marchesani and Corrine Shaffer. He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Ann Tennant Marchesani; his children, Nick (Amie) Marchesani and Stephanie (Mike) Walker; and his cherished grandchildren, Alex Walker, Kamryn Walker, Nicky Marchesa...

Barbara Kay Lattea, 69, of Stonewood, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 in Bridgeport at United Hospital Center. She was born on September 6, 1955 in Mount Clare, a daughter of the late John Davis and Velma Eakle. She is survived by five children, Donald Goldsmith, Jr. and fiancée Kimberly Nice of Clarksburg, Carl Goldsmith of Stonewood, Dorothy Ayers and husband Daniel of Stonewood, Philip Eakle and companion Missy Hicks of Mount Clare and Aaron Eakle and wife Alley of Salem; four...

John Lawrence Reed, 74 of Grafton passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at Rosewood Nursing Home, Grafton, WV. He was born October 13, 1950 in Grafton, son of the late James Ralph and Delores Ann Rosier Reed. John was a proud veteran of the US Marine Corp. He served two tours in Vietnam during his time in service. John retired with many years of service in the coal mines as a Federal Mine Inspector for the Mine Safety Health Administration. He was an avid sports fan watching a game when...

James William Connally, Sr., 67, passed away on January 28, 2025, in Morgantown, WV. A skilled and self-employed carpenter, James was known for his craftsmanship, always exceeding expectations with his work. In his free time, he found joy on the golf course, had a deep love for country music, and never missed an opportunity to participate in karaoke. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also cherished the camaraderie at the American Legion Post 174, where he was a fa...

James Keith “Jim” McCauley, 93, of Grafton, WV, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at the Taylor Healthcare Center in Grafton. He was born in Elkins on October 16, 1931, a son of the late Christopher C. and Gladys (Phares) McCauley. In addition to his parents Mr. McCauley was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Ava Avonelle (Durrett) McCauley on May 3, 2020; and siblings: Maynard McCauley, Thelma Nutter, and Opal Shaffer. Jim is survived by one son, Keith A. McCauley and wi...

Mark Allen Glover passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at Fairmont General Hospital. He was born in Fairmont on September 24. 1958 a son of the late Clarence L. Glover and Neda Shoemaker Glover. He worked at McDonald’s Whitehall Location as a manager. He is survived by his children John Priest, Mark Glover Jr., Graig Glover, Greg Glover and Amanda Glover; brothers and sisters Clarnce Glover Jr. and his wife Allyson. Donald Glover and his companion Shawna, Terry Glover and his wife Misty...