Roger Dale Criss, 80 of Grafton, passed away at his home on Monday, September 22, 2025 with family by his side. He was born in Grafton on March 22, 1945, son of the late Henry Isaac and Lillian Mildred McDaniel Criss. Roger is survived is survived by his wife, Veronica “Sue” Trisler Criss whom he married on March 28,1965, spending more than sixty years together. Roger worked at Martinka Coal Mines for twenty- five years and retired from the Federal 2 mines. He was proud to be a coalminer, ...

Benjamin Franklin (Ben) Adams, 87 of Harpers Ferry, WV passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Complete Care nursing home in Wheaton MD. Ben was born January 11, 1938 in Oxford, Ritchie County, son of the late Silas (Coy) Adams and Iva Gay Stout Adams. Ben attended a one room elementary school at Halbrook, WV for 8 years where he graduated. He graduated from Harrisville High School. He was drafted into the US army where he was military police officer. After receiving an honorable ...

Pamela Sue Bennett, 71, of Lost Creek passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at United Hospital Center. She was born September 2, 1954 in Clarksburg, WV, daughter of the late Janice Lee (James) Bennett and her father Lonnie Bennett and his wife Andrea of Lost Creek. Pamela is preceded in death by her husband, William “Billy” Bennett. Pamela graduated from South Harrison High School with the Class of 1972. Over the years, she dedicated more than 15 years doing real estate appraisals, ...

Elsie Rose Martin, 82, of Grafton, passed peacefully at her home on September 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on February 5, 1943, in Grafton, the cherished daughter of the late Moses Palmer and Opal Canfield Wolfe. Elsie’s life was defined by her deep love for her family. She poured her heart into her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were truly the light of her life. A woman of quiet strength and grace, she found joy in the simple moments—sitting on ...

In Loving Memory of Charles “Butch” Ashby Titus Jr. March 9, 1958 – September 21, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Charles “Butch” Ashby Titus Jr., 67, of Salem, West Virginia. Butch left this world on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Parkersburg, WV, on March 9, 1958, Butch was the beloved son of Charles Ashby Titus Sr. and Deloris June Williams Titus, who continue to cherish his memory from t...

Cecilia Lorraine Thompson, 73, of Fairmont passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Preston Memorial Hospital in Kingwood. She was born in Fairmont on February 13, 1952, the daughter of the late William Ray and Lorraine McQuain Thompson. She retired from Ruby Memorial Hospital serving as a surgery scheduler. In her younger days she attended Quiet Dell Baptist Church. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She is survived by a cousin Diane Wager...

Steven (Steve) Godfrey Smith, 66, of Rosemont, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025. He was born on January 10, 1959 in Elkins, WV, a son of the late Harold Godfrey Smith and Virginia Ellen Bishop Smith. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Cynthia “Cindy” Trader Smith, whom he married on June 5, 1981. He is also survived by two daughters Alyssa (Robert) Buffey and Tara (Bob Sinsel) Smith; grandchildren Marissa and Landon Smith; brothers Jerry (Diane) Smith and Stanley (...

Thomas “Tom” Berkely Sheppard, 56, of Hepzibah, departed this Earth and was called home to be with our heavenly Father on Saturday, September 20, 2025 following a tragic accident. He was born in Dallas, TX on January 5, 1969 to the late George Thomas Sheppard and Doris (Emerson) Bailey. Tom was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing and farming. He loved animals, his dogs “Sophie” and “Toby” as well as several cats. Tom never met a stranger and would help anyone in need. He ha...

Joann Campbell, 83, of Fairmont, passed away on Saturday, September 20. 2025 at her home. She was born in Barbour County on September 03, 1942, a daughter of the late Wayne and Evelyn Shugars Bartlett. She retired from Holiday Inn where she worked in the housekeeping department. She enjoyed bowling, WVU football and basketball and the time spent with her nutrition diet group. She most enjoyed the time spent with her loving family and friends. She is survived by her four children...

Priscilla Kay (Daughtery) Green, age 61, a resident of Hopemont Hospital, and previously of Manfield Addition, Philippi passed away at 12:30 pm on Friday September 19, 2025 with her husband at her side. Death was following a period of declining health. She was born May 1, 1964 in Philippi, a daughter of Edmond “Eddie” and Constance “Connie” (Spotloe) Daughtery. Priscilla was united in marriage on October 9, 1982 to John Green, who survives at their home in Philippi. She is also survived...