Estes H. Phillips Jr. went home to be with his former wife, father, mother and brother on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at United Hospital Center. Junior was diagnosed with cancer on October 22, 2025. Junior was born October 24, 1946, in Philippi, a son of the late Estes H. and Mary Jane (Menefee) Phillips of White Oak. Junior was the last member of his immediate family. He was formerly married to the late Martha Jean Schoonover Phillips for 39 years before they divorced in 2009. He was th...

Nelson Ray Golden, 72, of Weston, formerly of Peniel, died Tuesday, October 28, 2025, after a six-year courageous battle with cancer. He was born June 10, 1953, at Reedy, the son of the late Brooks and Virginia Golden. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Robert Golden; grandparents, Harvey and Sylvia Milhoan Golden and Okey and Icy Board Argabrite. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Sharon Golden; daughter, Annette (Chad) Young of Weston; grandchi...

James Archie Willis Powell Jr., 81, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Tygart Center in Fairmont. He was born on August 31, 1944, in Morgantown, West Virginia, a son of the late James Archie and Dora Alice Powell. Archie was a machinist for Westinghouse / American Phillips for 35 years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fairmont. Archie enjoyed hunting, riding his four-wheeler side by side, and spending time with family...

Richard "Snuffy" Gail Smith, 76, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at his residence. He was born on December 15, 1948, in Fairmont, a son of the late Charles “Bud” Smith and Jeannetta Ford Smith. Richard served in The West Virginia National Guard, where he then became a factory worker at Ruskin Manufacturing. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed tending to his lawn and his home. Richard enjoyed spending time with those who were dear to him. Left t...

Daniel Thomas Willhoite, 70 passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Daniel was born February 21, 1955, in Clarksburg, WV son of the late Ervin H. and Mary M. (Ashcraft) Willhoite. Daniel will be remembered for his kind heart, steady strength, and the way he always put others before himself. He brought warmth and laughter to every room and was deeply loved by all who knew him. He leaves behind family and friends who will cherish his memory and ca...

Floyd Lee Leggett, 82 of Thornton, WV, passed away at Mon General Hospital on Monday, October 27, 2025, born August 25, 1943 in Grafton, son of the late Otis Edward and Merle Lorenabell Helms Leggett. Floyd worked until he retired after putting twenty-three years making truck liners at Hollinese Fiber. He liked being in the outdoors, talking and telling stories, never meeting a stranger. Floyd enjoyed sitting on the porch while relaxing watching the deer and other wild life. Bonnie Smi...

Steven T. Curry loved the Lord with all his heart and soul. He left this world for a joyous heavenly reunion on Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:40 p.m. after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born on April 29, 1954 in Clarksburg, WV to John H. Curry, Jr. and Mary Maxine Myers Curry of Mt. Clare, WV. He was a graduate of South Harrison High School and West Virginia University with an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, and had the honor of being inducted into Phi Beta Kappa during his Senio...

John “Jack” Grandchamp, Jr., 87, of Fairmont, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025. He was born in Morgantown on May 8, 1938, the son of John Joseph Grandchamp, Sr. and Eleanor Coburn Debolt. Jack worked was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving for 15 years. He was a business owner in Florida, worked as a clerk for the Marion County Library, and volunteered for the Marion County Senior Center. Jack was an avid bowler and pool shooter. Jack is survived by his siblings, Mary ...

Julie Martha Lynch, 59, of Jane Lew, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, under the compassionate care of WV Caring in Elkins. Julie was born in Elkins on July 31, 1966, a daughter of the late Zane Grey Perkey and Mary Jo Henry Perkey. Forever cherishing his memories of Julie are her son, Brannon Lynch of Morgantown. Julie was a graduate of Lewis County High School, class of 1984. She was an avid animal lover, a trait that was reflected in her kindness and compassion ...

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...