Judith “Judy” Ann Channel
01/13/1962 - 02/14/2025
Judith Ann Channel, 63, of Salem, WV, formerly of Parkersburg, passed away February 14, 2025 at the United Hospital Center in Bridgeport. She was born January 13, 1962 in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late John Beckwith and Mary Moore Channel. Judy was an employee of the Salem Correctional Center in Salem, WV. She graduated from Parkersburg South High School in 1980. She liked being outdoors, camping and gardening and tending to her plants and flowers. Judy was a huge Elvis fan. Surviv...
Orville "Bud" William Bell, Sr.
08/13/1945 - 02/14/2025
Orville William “Bud” Bell, Sr., 79, of Fairview, passed away on February 14, 2025 at Ruby Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on August 13, 1945 in Monongalia County to the late Charles Roy and Sylvia Marie (Wilson) Bell of Baxter. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Josephine Frances (Ellis) Bell; one son, Orville William “Buddy”, Jr. and wife Renee; daughter, Heather Anne Robinson and husband Rodney; and daughter, Connie Jo Kelley, all of Fairview. He is...
Karen Maxine Freeland
04/17/1945 - 02/14/2025
Karen Maxine (Turner) Freeland, 79, of Morgantown, WV, passed away on February 14, 2025 at MonHealth Medical Center. She was born on April 17, 1945, a daughter of the late Les Turner and Mary (Bolyard) Turner. Karen retired from the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union Local 152, where she took pride in her work. She was affectionately referred to as “Grandma” by her co-workers. She had a great love for animals; especially her dogs and cats. She enjoyed going to the races and watching the M...
Warren Kenneth Darnell
06/05/1952 - 02/14/2025
Warren Kenneth Darnell, passed away peacefully at the age of 72 on February 14, 2025, at WVU Medicine in Morgantown, WV. Born in Morgantown, WV, on June 5, 1952, to Ronald Darnell and the late Ieda Messenger, Warren was a man whose gentle kindness permeated his life and the lives of those around him. Warren leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication. He is survived by his devoted father, Ronald Darnell; his wife, Mary Ann Higginbotham Darnell; his sons, Lucas Darnell with his wife K...
Aubrey Woodward
07/08/1960 - 02/14/2025
Aubrey (Skibo) Woodward, 64, of Bridgeport, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Loudin County, VA, on July 8, 1960, a son of the late William and Alice R. (Fletcher) Woodward. He is survived by his wife, Jane Woodward, whom he married on April 11, 2003. Also surviving are his son, Travis McIe and his wife Savannah of Sardis; and their children Adaline and Riley McIe; and his daughter, Sophia Lejeune of Fairmont, and her children, (Cam ron,) ́ Aaliyah, ...
Donnie "Moe" Lane
01/11/1968 - 02/14/2025
Donnie “Moe” Lane, age 57, of Buckhannon, WV, died Friday, February 14, 2025, at his home. He was born January 11, 1968, in French Creek, WV, a son of the late Homer Ovid and Anna Bell Simmons Lane. He is survived by his wife Loretta Ables- Lane; two step-daughters, Samantha L. Garrison and fiancée, Termaine Cottingham and Tracey Eckles all of Fairmont, WV; two step granddaughters, Kaylie Richards of Buckhannon and Anya Garrison of Fairmont; two step-grandsons, Antonio Garrison and Tayvon Cot...
Ellsworth R. Cork
12/26/0194 - 02/13/2025
Ellsworth R Cork, 79 of Salem passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, February 13, 2025. He was born on December 26, 1945 in Clarksburg, son of the late Denzil Cork Sr and Wilma Smith Cork. Ellsworth lived up Elkhorn most of his life. He enjoyed going camping and spending time with his family. Ellsworth worked as a glassworker at Salem Glass, Judel Glass, and Louie Glass for over thirty years. He enjoyed Square Dance Calling and spending time with his family. Ellsworth is survive...
James “Jim” Walter Todd, Sr.
02/03/1953 - 02/13/2025
James “Jim” Walter Todd Sr, 72 of Salem passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at his residence with family by his side. Jim was born February 3, 1953, in Reynoldsville, son of the late Judd Jones and Betty Lou Todd Nice. Jim is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Rose Kirkpatrick Todd whom he married on May 29, 1971; two children, Jamie Anne Todd, Salem, James “Jake” W Todd Jr and wife Alessia, Lost Creek; son-in-law, Robert “Bob” Anderson Trott III; like a son-in-law, Chad Pro...
Larry Nelson Langford
02/19/1950 - 02/13/2025
Larry Nelson Langford, 74, of Fairmont passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Mon General Hospital. He was born in Fairmont on February 19, 1950, a son of the late Melville and Betty Johnson Langford. He enjoyed fishing and shopping. He also had an extensive t-shirt collection. He mostly enjoyed the time spent with his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years Leslie Rae Thornburg Langford; his daughter India Langford and her fiancé Corey Cleavenger; brot...
Karen Sue Sheets
09/04/1943 - 02/13/2025
Karen Sue (Gary) Sheets, 81, of Rowlesburg, WV, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 4, 1943, in Preston County, she was the daughter of the late James Silas Gary and Virginia Ellen (Cole) Gary. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Walter Sheets, who passed in November 2003. Karen was a proud 1961 graduate of Rowlesburg High School. Over the years, she dedicated her time and compassion to other...