Joy Elizabeth Gragg, 85, of Smithville, died January 2, 2017 at United Hospital Center, Bridgeport, WV. She was born February 20, 1931 at Racket, WV the daughter of the late Marshall and Doris Wright Hersman. She was a homemaker and liked reading, and spending time with her family, grandchildren and her pets. Mrs. Gragg is survived by her son, Lloyd Shane Gragg (Cheryl) of Auburn; and grandchildren, Chelsea Gragg and Hollie Gragg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Hayes Grag...

JOHN DAE "J.D." HARRAH, M.D., 77, of Huntington, WV passed away on January 2, 2017, at the Hospice House of Huntington. He was born on May 6, 1939, in White Sulphur Springs, WV. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mabel (Bauer) Harrah; his father, Delvin Dae "Ike" Harrah; and his brother, Delvin Dae "Shag" Harrah, Jr. J.D. is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Phyllis Shumate Harrah; and two sons, John D. Harrah, Jr., M.D., of Huntington, WV; and Ryan E. Harrah (Jessica Adams-Harrah)...

CHORPENNING, Harry Arthur, 84, of Steubenville, OH, and formerly of Wheeling, WV, passed away on January 2, 2017 at the Valley Hospice North in Steubenville, OH. He was born on December 1, 1932 in Weirton, WV, the son of the late Arthur R. Chorpenning and Dora Ryder Chorpenning. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Jane Chorpenning in 1994; two sisters, Shirley Carlisle and Betty Wade; a brother, Thomas Chorpenning; and a step-daughter, Linda Dunnigan...

Donald "Pap" Lee Moore 86, of Farmington, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2017 at Grafton City Hospital with his wife and two daughters by his side. He passed due to severe health complications. Donald was born in Belington on December 8, 1930. He was one of 15 children born to the late Ralph and Edith (Price) Moore. Donald was a Korean War Veteran and a retired machinist. He enjoyed being with family and friends. He also enjoyed carpentry, Playing Pool, cards, and slot machines "gambling...

Our darling Briar Lee Cogar was gathered into the arms of Jesus on Monday, January 2, 2017 at United Hospital Center. Born to David Brian and Leah Adeline Cogar, our precious angel took his wings. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers Tyler and Jacob Cogar; sisters Alexis Rogers and Natalie Brown; and grandparents David and Kathy Cogar and Charles and Ginger Brown. Friends may join the family for visitation on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at Dod...

Marvin E. Messer, 80, of West Milford, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2017. He was born in Clinchmore, TN on March 28, 1936, a son of the late Jack and Edith Enix Messer.   He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Barnett Messer, whom he married August 31, 1963.   Also surviving are one son, Eugene Ray Messer of West Milford; one daughter, Teresa Ann Cooksey and her husband Danny of Dawsonville, GA; four grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two brothers, Larry R. Messer of Webste...

We celebrate the generous life of Kelly Bray Simons who was born on May 9, 1960 in Alexandria, VA. and spent her whole life in Morgantown, WV. Kelly passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2017, at her residence. She is the fifth daughter of Celia Bray of Morgantown and the late William Bray. Kelly earned her Bachelor and Master of Science in Social Work from West Virginia University and spent her entire career serving the disenfranchised, patients and families through her work as a social worke...

Ralph Guido DeBardi, 49, of Morgantown, formerly of Masontown , passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017. Ralph was born in Morgantown, on September 5, 1967, a son of the late Guido DeBardi and Margaret Janis (Shaffer) DeBardi. Ralph was a loving father, grandfather and brother. He was a 1986 graduate of West Preston High School. He had worked for Chuck's Furniture for many years and was currently employed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals in Morgantown. He enjoyed fishing with his son Dominic, campi...

Harlow William Kemble, 94, of Fairmont passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017 at Nella?s Nursing Home in Elkins. He was born September 17, 1922, son of the late Everett and Lily Jarrett Kemble. Harlow is a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served as a medic during WWII. Harlow was formerly employed by Earl Carpenter Trucking Co. and W.S. Thomas Transfer. Harlow is survived by a son, Richard Kemble and wife Lorina of Whitehall; a brother, LeRoy Kemble and wife Patricia of California; a granddau...

Michael Joseph Bennett, age 47, of Princeton, WV, formerly of Grandview, WV, went to be with his Lord and Savior at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV,  on Sunday, January 1, 2017, following a massive stroke. Born on April 22, 1969, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Bennett, by paternal grandparents, Noah and Dorothy Bennett and maternal grandparents, Charlie and Freda Hornsby. Michael was a 1987 graduate of Shady Spring High School and was employe...