Wayne Sanford Smith, age 73, of Buckhannon, died Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Holbrook Healthcare Center in Buckhannon. He was born on March 25, 1952, in Tallmansville, WV, a son of the late Burl H. and Wanda Rosalind Suder Smith. On May 26, 1979, he was united in marriage to Cheryl Young Smith who survives. Also surviving are one son Daniel Smith of Clarksburg; three daughters: Carissa (Shannon) Huff of Bridgeport, Emily (Jeremy) Johnson of Weston, and Rachel (Justin) Ware of Mt. Clare...

Helen Lea Reed, age 86, formerly of Buckhannon, died Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Valentines Assisted Living in Elkins, where she had been a resident for the past several years. She was born on July 10, 1939, in Buckhannon, a daughter of the late Charles Ray and Lois Edna Talbott Westfall. On February 18, 1961, she was united in marriage to Robert Lee “Bob” Reed, who preceded her in death on October 7, 2022. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by siblings:...

Jimmy Hayward Sprouse, 87, of Horner, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in the comfort of his daughter’s home, surrounded by his loving family and under the compassionate care of WVU Hospice. Jimmy was born in Homewood on March 11, 1938, a son of the late Wilbur Sprouse and Rebecca Jane Mae Frashure Sprouse. On April 7, 1956, Jimmy married the love of his life, Imogene Ann Radcliff. Together they shared 52 wonderful years and he missed her dearly after her passing on No...

Barbara Zvonaric Gump, 84, of Wallace, passed away January 10, 2026 at United Hospital Center surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Joe/Vilma Zvonaric and Emma Jean Tichenor of Lumberport. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, James (Jim) Gump of Wallace. One daughter, Debbie (Larry) Bennett. Two sons, Joe (Melissa) Thrower and James (Jimmy) Gump, all of Wallace. Four grandchildren Mike Bennett, Doug (Koa) Bennett, Chad Thrower, Danielle Thrower a...

Marietta Jayne Yochym, age 82, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, at the Clarksburg Healthcare Center. Born in Jamestown, New York, Marietta grew up in Clarksburg, West Virginia, a place that remained close to her heart throughout her life. After living in Shreveport, Louisiana, and Scottsdale, Arizona, she eventually returned to Clarksburg, West Virginia, where she spent her later years. Marietta lived a life defined by love, kindness, and quiet devotion to those around her. Sh...

Homer C. Hines, 87, of Frametown passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on January 9, 2026 at Braxton Healthcare Center. Homer was born on April 3, 1938 to William Francis and Cecile Warren Hines, both deceased. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Hines, his son Lee Prescott, Sr., grandson, Eric Brown, sister, Mary and two brothers, Bill and Joe Hines. He is survived by sister, Kaye Story of Leesburg, FL, daughter, Jean...

Gary Anthony Pulliam, 46 of Shinnston passed away suddenly Friday, January 9, 2026 at his residence. He was born Nov. 7, 1979 in Clarksburg, a son of the late Gary E. and Marilyn Sue Lane Pulliam. He was also preceded in death by his pap pap, Freeman Pulliam and grandmother, Rose Pulliam. He is survived by his sister, Susan Pitsonbarger and her husband, Arthur; his nephew, Braxton Pulliam; Niece Olivia Talbert and Nephew-in-law, Arthur Talbert; several great nieces and great nephews. G...

Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann Wittman, 89, of Grafton, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026, at Grafton City Hospital. She was born September 21, 1936, the daughter of the late O.B. “Buss” Robinson and Clara Rockwell Robinson, and the granddaughter of Victor and Emma Davis Rockwell and McCleman and Elizabeth Cross Robinson. Jackie is survived by her wonderful and caring son, Hayward “Robbie” Wittman II. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hayward Louis Wittman, on June 15, 2008. Jackie w...

Glenn J. Yerkey, age 93, of Buckhannon, the Brushy Fork community, died Friday, January 9, 2026, at his home. He was born on April 14, 1932, at Glen White, WV, a son of the late Fred R. and Hallie Mae Shartiger Yerkey. On October 16, 1953, he was united in marriage to P. Walkeria Frame Yerkey who preceded him in death on February 8, 2002. In addition to his parents and wife, he was also preceded in death by one daughter Sandra Mae Shanaberger; and siblings: Delores Siers, Barbara Krisa, twin ...

William “Paul” Steel, 45, of Clarksburg, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, at his residence. Born on February 6, 1980, he was the son of the late Alice Virginia Steel and William Paul Turner. Paul’s life was marked by his kind heart, his passion for sports, and the connections he made with others. For many years, he worked in retail, most recently at the 7-Eleven in Wilsonburg. His love for football was unwavering, and he passionately followed the San Francisco 49ers, Pittsburgh Ste...