Hansel Ray “Hank” Means, 77, of Clarksburg, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at United Hospital Center. Born on January 21, 1948, in Fairmont and grew up in the Northview area of Clarksburg. Hank was the son of the late Chester “Chet” Ray and Juanita Lee Shuman Means. Hank graduated from Victory High School, Class of 1967, and went on to earn his Associate’s Degree from Fairmont State College. He proudly served six years in the A...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Lee Mayfield (1952 – 2025) who passed away unexpectedly while enjoying a last breakfast with his brother, Terry. Jim had a long, rewarding career driving for FedEx. He was an excellent mechanic with a passion for rebuilding classic cars, which he would enter successfully into car shows. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending time outdoors working on his property. He was happiest in his garage or sitting beside his love,...

Donald Dale Hershman, 77, of Thornton, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, November 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 13, 1948, in Grafton, the son of the late William “Bill” Jennings and Ruth Estella Hall Hershman. Donald was preceded in death by his loving wife, Linda Elaine Shumaker Hershman who passed on June 27, 2025. Donald lived a life filled with simple joys, hard work, and love for those around him. Right after graduating from high school, h...

Cheryl Lynn Trusler, 68, of Grafton, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025, at United Hospital Center. She was born on November 12, 1956, in Clarksburg, the daughter of the late William Eugene and Sharon Shroyer Trusler. Cheryl graduated from Liberty High School, Class of 1975 and worked in the maintenance department at Hope Gas for many years. Cheryl spent more than twenty-four wonderful years surrounded by the care and companionship of her devoted caregivers, Regina and Arty...

Delouris Joan Vandergrift passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, in Bridgeport, WV, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Granville, WV, on April 16, 1934, to Everett Roy Sigley and Rita Maxine Ennis Sigley, both of whom preceded her in death. Joan was a cherished member of her family, which mourns her passing but also celebrates her rich and fruitful life. Growing up in West Virginia, Joan was fortunate to be embraced by a loving family. Her journey took her from the nurt...

Patty Sue Bragg, 78, of Orlando, WV, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 2, 1947, to parents Henry and Pauline Conrad. Patty was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jerry Bragg, and daughter Wanda Bender. Patty worked in the Braxton County Clerk's Office as a Deputy Clerk for over 40 years. She found enjoyment in gardening and her flowers. She liked any occasion that allowed her to host and care for her family and...

Marie Pearl Hornick, 96, of Fairmont, WV, passed away on Thursday November 6, 2025. Marie was born on May 2, 1929, in Webster County, WV the daughter of late Clyde and Lena (Moats) Riffle. Marie was a cook at Stauds’s Restaurant and was later the owner/operator of Frosty’s Cream. She was a faithful member of Fellowship Baptist Church and loved the Lord, tending her flowers and watching birds. Her favorite bird was her parakeet Brody. Left to cherish her memory are her children: ...

Mary “Bert” Dean, age 83, of Buckhannon, WV, died Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at WVU Medicine United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. She was born December 3, 1941, in Buckhannon, a daughter of the late Alpha and Elsie Moats Zickefoose. Surviving are four daughters Darlene Turner and husband Joe of Buckhannon, Debra Tenney and husband Edd of French Creek, WV, Twila Wight and husband Steve of Ozark, AL, and Robin Tenney and husband Randy of Buckhannon; one brother, Leon Zickefoose of Hacker...

Sharon “Sherri” Lenore Coleman Nelson, 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep Nov. 5, 2025. She was born July 3, 1937, the daughter of the late Shirley Berry Wells and James Brownie “J.B.” Coleman, in Charleston, West Virginia. Sherri grew up in South Charleston and graduated from South Charleston High School. She attended Capital City Commercial College and the McHenry School of Modeling. She was a member of the social sorority Beta Sigma Phi when she and her family lived in Kingwood ...

Helen Marie Linger, 79, of Bridgeport, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport following a sudden illness. Helen was born in New Milton on May 12, 1946, a daughter of the late Thomas C. Murray and Marie Bridgett Lydon Murray. On September 17, 1977, Helen married the love of her life, John Albert Linger. Together they shared 25 wonderful years of marriage and they are now reunited in Heaven. In addition to her parents and husband, Helen w...