On October 29, 2025 Catherine Ann Sagraves left her earthly vessel for her heavenly reward. Born September 7, 1943 in Clarksburg, West Virginia to the late Logan Jennings & Anna Nell Gleason Sagraves, she was a 1961 graduate of Pikeville High School, a 1965 graduate of Morehead State University, a longtime educator at Nicholas County High School and a devout Catholic. Catherine lived a life filled with people– classmates from Pikeville City Schools, roommates from Morehead State, co-worker...

Gary Steven Baker, 75, of Reynoldsville, WV, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. He was born in Clarksburg on October 31, 1949, a son of the late Harold and Georgia (Elbon) Baker. In addition to his parents Gary was preceded in death by one sister, Vicki Bowers. Mr. Baker is survived by his wife Cheryl Ann (Gola) Baker; two daughters: Meredith L. Baker of Reynoldsville and Amy A. Matheny (Glenn) of Myrtle Beach, SC; two grandchildr...

Rudolph Edward “Rudy” Banick Sr., 93, of Farmington, West Virginia passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on October 28, 2025, at his home. He was born in Bethlehem, West Virginia on July 21, 1932, a son of the late Joseph and Mary Zavilla Banick. Rudy is survived by his current wife Meredith Jones Banick; daughter Deborah Kay Wolfe; son Timothy Robert Banick; step-son K.C. Jones (Pam); grandchildren: Rascal Wolfe, Amanda Banick Smith (Ryan), Andrew Banick (Brittney), Travis Banick (B...

Michelle Renae Mayle, 59, of Grafton, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 25, 1966 in Kokomo, Indiana, the cherished daughter of Richard Bradford and Constance Bussard Hill. Michelle is survived by her devoted husband, Dayton Lee Mayle, Jr., whom she married on May 26, 1994. Together they shared more than thirty-one beautiful years filled with love, laughter, and countless memories. A proud graduate of Weste...

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...

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...

Samuel Everett Leigh, age 30, passed from this life to the next with His Savior on October 28, 2025. Sam was born March 14, 1995, in Clarksburg, WV to Everett N. (Nick) Leigh and Elizabeth A. (Betsy) Ritter Leigh, who survive. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his beloved son, Chase Leigh, of Buckhannon; sisters: Rachel Leigh of Pittsburgh, PA and Stephanie (David) Maurer of Fairborn, OH; maternal grandmother Mary Sue Ritter; aunts and uncles: Rosalee Lanham, Bob Leigh, Steve Leig...

Doris Sue (Campbell) Saffer of Fairmont, an 88-year-old lung cancer survivor, passed on the morning of October 28, 2025, after succumbing to other illnesses. She joined many predeceased family members and her Heavenly Father. She was a secretary for the US Army, in Northern Virginia and in Frankfurt Germany. She transitioned to driving a school bus in Prince William County Virginia, while raising her four children. She loved and missed her church family at Eldora United Methodist Church ...

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...

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...