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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 (...

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...

MICHAEL ANTHONY LUPO June 26, 1951 - September 20, 2025 Michael Anthony Lupo passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, surrounded by family. He was 74. Fiercely intelligent and endlessly curious, he carried both intensity and tenderness in equal measure. A self-taught guitarist, he also composed music, wrote poetry, and played the keyboard. A reader and a thinker, he was a sharp in his opinions as he was compassionate in caring for those he loved. Mike’s creativity and searchi...

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...

Oneta “Justine” Cutlip, age 91, of Summersville, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on October 1, 1933, in Crawford, West Virginia, to Erry and Reba Caynor Riffle. Justine was married to Billy Keith Cutlip for 60 years until his passing in 2013. A devoted homemaker, Justine also enjoyed supporting and working alongside her husband at the family business, Bill’s Body Shop. She and Bill loved to square dance. She also liked to s...

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...