Ernest Earl Stonebraker, Sr., 65, of Kingwood, WV, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, following an illness. Born on October 17, 1959, in Kingwood, he was the son of the late Ernest H. Stonebraker, and Harriett E. “Betty” Louk, who survives of Kingwood. Ernest was a proud member of the Local 379 Laborer’s Union, where he dedicated many years of hard work. Outside of his professional life, Ernest had a deep love for fishing, a hobby that brought him peace and happiness. He is surviv...

Audrey Gail Vanscoy Irons, age 88 years, a resident of Elkins, WV, went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday afternoon, January 7, 2025, at the Mon Health Medical Center at Morgantown, WV surrounded by her loving family. She was born Monday, August 24, 1936, at Kerens, WV, a daughter of the late Cicero Cletis Vanscoy and Anna Jane Kalar Vanscoy. On January 29, 1955, at Kerens, WV she was married to Lonnis Lee Irons, who preceded her in death November 2, 1999. Surviving are two sons, Rick Lee ...

Roberta Jean Swiger, 74, of Clarksburg, formerly of Lumberport, went to be with her Heavenly Father and was reunited with her parents and siblings on January 7, 2025, following nearly a year long battle with her health. Roberta is the daughter of the late Robert G Swiger, Sr. and Laura M. Marshall Swiger. She was preceded in death by her only sister Rhonda Skelly, her only brother Robert G. (Bobby) Swiger Jr. and 2 very special cousins Kenneth and Delores Sisler. Roberta is survived by ...

Cora Travis Kyle, 77 of Tunnelton, WV passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025 at Mon General Hospital. She was born on September, 29, 1947 in Kingwood, daughter of the late Bernard Gale and Iris Alda (Stull) Travis. Cora loved watching TV, coloring, singing and having someone read the bible to her. Cora is survived by four brothers, Robert Travis (Roxanne), Allen Travis (Bonnie), Bernard Travis (Joyce), all of Tunnelton, and Darrell Travis (Shirley), Rowlesburg; one sister, Lydia June Travis, ...

Eleanor Louise Soccorsi Pawlak, 93, of Brookhaven, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, at Mon General Hospital after a courageous battle with pneumonia and RSV. Born on December 30, 1931, to Guido and Tressa Pegley Soccorsi, Eleanor was the last surviving child of her family. She was preceded in death by her beloved brothers, Albert, Rudy, Junior, Chunky, Frank, and her sister, Helen. Eleanor’s life was defined by her deep love for her family. She was a devoted mot...

Tina Louise Robbins, 62, of Fairmont passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 06, 2025, at her home. She was born in Fairmont on July 17, 1962, a daughter of the late James Broadrick and Norma Daft Broadrick Johnson. She was in the 1st ever graduating class of North Marion High School. She worked as Customer Service Representative in the Automotive Auction Industry. She was a member of Kings Chapel Church of Fairmont. She is survived by her two children Stephen Robbins and Stephanie ...

Marion Joseph Bryant, age 92, of Bristol, WV, died Monday, January 6, 2025, at Rosewood Center in Grafton. He was born in Charleston, WV on March 23, 1932, a son of the late Joseph Stephen and Nellie Irene Huffman Bryant. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Judith Ann Strader Bryant; one daughter Felicia Sharon Bryant; and two brothers: Sherman Leo Bryant and Howard Bryant. He is survived by two sons: Marion Joseph Bryant, Jr. and wife Linda of L...

Joyce Lorraine Jones, 84, of Salem passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Morgantown Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on September 8, 1940 in Glassport, PA, daughter of the late Elmer F. and Elizabeth Kostura Furst. Joyce worked as a cashier at Foodtown in New Jersey. She was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church, the ladies Air Force Auxiliary, and the VFF Aux 573. Joyce is survived by her son, John “Jett” Terek, Jr. of Philadelphia, PA; one grandson, David Ol...

William “Bill” Henry Prince, age 96, of Kingwood, WV, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025, at his home. He was born in Brownton, WV, April 30, 1928, a son of the late Worthy Reed Prince and Audrey Sarah (Braham) Prince. Bill was an accomplished photographer. His primary theme was to highlight the natural beauty of Preston County through his lens. Many photos have been featured in numerous businesses throughout the region and are now on permanent display in the Grand Hallway of McGrew House...

Jackie Ray “Jack” Greathouse, 79 of Glenville, WV; departed this earthly life in the late evening hours of Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the WVU United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV; following and extended illness. He was in May 2, 1945 in Gassaway, WV; son of the late Joe and Zana (Perkins) Greathouse. Jack worked as a millwright for Babcock and Wilcock Enterprises, Inc., having retired in 2005. In his spare time, Jack enjoyed playing bluegrass music, spending time with family and friends...