Connie Ann Bennett, age 88, of Philippi, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Celebration Villa of Martinsburg in Martinsburg, West Virginia. She was born on September 30, 1937, in Century, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Louis Boni and Ida (Pokas) Boni. On January 7, 1956, she was united in marriage to Jackson Olen Bennett, who preceded her in death on September 10, 2019. Connie is survived by her children Ann Stoey and husband Kevin, and Brad Bennet...

Darlena Samples, 85, of Strange Creek, WV, passed away on October 27, 2025. She was born on February 16, 1940, to parents, Mallard Price and Dolly Mae (Guthrie) Price. Darlena was a Christian by faith and a member of the Eureka Church. She was a very talented singer and guitar player. She considered her talent a calling from God and was a member of the Carl Young Trio, playing at revivals and churches. Darlena enjoyed cooking and was a master biscuit maker. She loved her children and grand...

Patricia Lee Smith, 91, of Burnsville went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, October 26, 2025 in Crestview Nursing Home and Rehab of Jane Lew, WV. She was born in Weston on July 29, 1934: daughter of the late Harry S. Bee and Lorraine (Hughes) Bee. On June 11, 1953, she married Reid Smith, who preceded her in death on September 20, 2016. Cherishing Patricia’s memory is one daughter: Robin Smith of Burnsville, three sons: Reid Smith, Jr. and wife Vicki of Lost Creek, Robert Smith and Davi...

James Edward Zickefoose, known as Ed to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, in Ohio, at the age of 87. Born on January 12, 1938 in Alton, West Virginia, Ed was the son of the late Hartzel and Velma Zickefoose (nee Bosley). His early years in the rolling hills of West Virginia instilled in him a lifelong love for the outdoors and the simple pleasures of life. Ed's journey led him to the love of his life, Betty Gayle, to whom he was a devoted husband for 66 years...

Melissa Elaine Connolly Mick, 56, of Clarksburg, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025. She was born on June 4, 1969, in Clarksburg, WV, a daughter of the late Elaine Faith Murphy Ginier. She was preceded in death by her husband of 11 years Timothy “Tim” Jay Mick, whom she married on August 30, 2014; three children, April Fullwood and companion Tom Jackson, Christina Delaney and husband Daniel, Shawn Siders; eleven grandchildren; Cage McIe, Kavaya Delaney, Gabriel Cozad, Julian Swiger, ...

Robert Dale Toth, 89, of Shinnston, passed away on October 26, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born on December 1, 1935, a son of the late Joseph Toth and Lucille Shook Toth. Also deceased is his sister, Nancy Hissen and her husband, Walter. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Glenda Mae Toth, whom he married on October 14, 1958. He was blessed by a wonderful family; his daughter Tammy Karmie and her husband, Jim; his son Chris Toth and his wife, Debra. His grandchildren are...

Patricia Anne Moore, born June 30, 1952 in Richwood, WV, peacefully passed away at the age of 73 in her home in Fairmont, WV on October 26, 2025. She was a retired WVU employee where she worked for nearly 20 years as a Customer Education Representative. She was also a WVU student, pursuing her WVU Regents Bachelor of Arts degree with a GPA of 4.0. Patricia loved spending time with her sisters and her Boston Terrier, Maggie. Patricia attended church for many years at St. Peter the Fisher...

Victor Lee McCaulley, 85, of Fairmont passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 27, 1940, the son of the late Martin and Bertha (Schitland) McCaulley. Victor retired from the City of Fairmont and enjoyed fishing, softball, coloring, painting, and craft. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Carol Pownell McCaulley, his children Donald (Micha) McCaulley, Vicki (Roger) Walker, stepchildren John Nestor, Rose Nestor, Christine Jackson...

Richard M. “Dick” Henderson, 75, of Flemington, WV, passed away at home on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born in Clarksburg on August 26, 1950, a son of the late William Henry Henderson and Maxine (Cunningham) Mangelo. In addition to his parents Mr. Henderson was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Sara Marie (Harte) Henderson on September 4, 2016; three brothers: Mike, John, and Albert Henderson; one sister, Inez Cash; and a close friend and brother-in-law, Roger Spurgeon....

Mary Ellen Wilfong, age 84, of New Cumberland, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at her cherished residence. Born on November 4, 1940, in the picturesque town of Orlando, WV, she was the beloved daughter of the late William Harley and Hazel Belle Radcliff Collins. Mary was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Homer Wilfong; her beloved daughter, Azalie Michelle Wilfong; her son-in-law, Dwain Reed; and siblings: William Brooks, Junior Harley, Ray...