Stephanie Shimer Montgomery, 71 of Glenville, WV; departed this earthly life in the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at the Glenville Health and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness. She was born July 4, 1953 in Charleston, WV; daughter of the late Herbert and Eva (Wilson) Shimer. Stephanie is a graduate of Clay County High School, class of 1971. She is also a graduate of Glenville State College with a degree in education and received her Master’s degree fro...

Joseph “Joe” Lee Ables, 49, of Weston, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and a sense of humor that will be fondly remembered and missed. Joe was born in Grantsville on August 27, 1975, a son of Norman Junior Ables and the late Martha Ann Deaton. In addition to his mother, Joe was preceded in death by two sisters: Barbara Ann Jennings and Juanita Kay Brown; two brothers-in-law: Eddie Dean Thomas and Billy Pratt. On September 4, 20...

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...

Marvin Wade Bolton, age 80, a resident of Belington, passed away after a short illness surrounded by his wife and family on Tuesday January 14, 2025 in Broaddus Hospital. Marvin was born November 5, 1944, in Barbour County a son of Walter “Slim” Wade and Margaret Reta (Wagner) Bolton. Marvin was united in marriage on June 20, 1964, to Pauline Mae (Booth) Bolton. Marvin was a member of the Barbour Church of Christ. He was the owner and operator of Bolton’s Plumbing and Heating for over 25 y...

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 ...

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 ...

Sandra Jean Weaver, 73 of Independence, WV, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Mon General Hospital with family by her side. She was born on August 7, 1951 in Laurel, MD, daughter of the late Luther and Dorothy Pierce. Sandra graduated from Laurel High School, Class of 1969. She loved sewing, shopping, doing ceramics, and restoring old photo. Sandra is survived by her husband of 45 years, Roy “Dave” David Weaver; one son, Brian Scott Weaver, MD; one daughter, Kimberly Michell Centano...

John Edwin Layfield, 72, of Clarksburg passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Clarksburg on March 29, 1952, a son of the late John “Junior” Layfield and Geraldine “Jean” Gerrard Layfield. Surviving are three brothers, Richard Layfield of Oklahoma, Dennis Layfield of Clarksburg and Garry Layfield and his wife Debra of Clarksburg; three nieces, Mary Jackson, Heather Bechler and Amanda Allen; and several nieces and nephews. John was a Victory High Scho...

Terry E. Gould, age 82, of Buckhannon, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Mansfield Place in Philippi following a brief illness. He was born October 16, 1942, a son of the late Wilson Curtis and Delcie Chewning Gould. He was the last and youngest of six children. He is survived by his devoted wife Susan Gould; two daughters: Lori Gould and Terry Szolis; two sons: Samuel Mark Gould and Richard Gould; four grandsons: Mark, Scott and Sean Gould and Henry Paas; one granddau...

Harold Junior Walls, 73, of Crows Run, WV, passed away on January 14, 2025 at Wetzel County Hospital, New Martinsville, WV. He was born March 9, 1951, the son of the late Joe and Lona Walls. Along with his parents he was preceded by a son, Eddie Smith, siblings, Shorty, Paul, Betty, Neva and May, Surviving are four sons, Paul (Terry) Walls, Russell (Carol) Walls, Adam and Micheal Walls, two sisters, Myrtle Boyce and Carol Truman. No services will be held. Arrangeme...