Stanley Ray Maditz, 65, of Shinnston passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025 in Morgantown. He was born December 17, 1959 a son of the late Leonard and Frances Rogers Maditz. Stanley is survived by his children, Christopher Maditz of Lost Creek; Caitlyn Maditz of Clarksburg; Steven Maditz of Morgantown; and Carson Maditz of Ohio; as well as his brother, Jeffrey Maditz and his wife Nancy of Georgia. Stanley was employed as a truck driver both over-the-road and locally. In keeping wi...

Lynda Beatrice Thora Hess Gerath, 85, a resident of Philippi, passed from this life peacefully Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Tygart Valley Health and Rehabilitation in Belington. Lynda was born Saturday, July 13, 1940, in Miami, Florida, a daughter of the late James Marvin Hess and Evelyn Wista Christine Andersen Hess. On June 20, 1976, in Hamilton Township, NJ, she married Roger Stephen Gerath who preceded her in death May 10, 2016. They had celebrated thirty-nine years of marriage. ...

John David Grossklaus, 62, of Rivesville, passed away suddenly Thursday, October 23, 2025 at his residence. He was born on October 5, 1963 in Long Island, New York. He is survived by his wife Sheila Grossklaus. Arrangements are under the care of Ross Funeral Home 801 Fairmont, Fairmont. Condolences may be sent to www.rossfh.com. Please click "View Details" for more information.

Laken Lee Eubank, Jr., 61 of Webster Springs, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 due to an automobile accident. He was born January 3, 1964 in Buckhannon to Laken Lee Eubank, Sr. and the late Mary Jean Stout Eubank. Laken was a retired truck driver. He enjoyed traveling and cooking; he loved his animals and spending time with his family. He previously pastored Fairview Community Church for 15 years. Left to cherish his memory are his father; wife Carla Wright Eubank...

Larry “Boggie” Wayne Johnson, 76, of Coalton, WV, passed away on October 22, 2025. He was born on May 27, 1949, in Sutton, WV. Boggie was a proud US Army veteran, serving his country in Vietnam and later as a military policeman in both New York, Panama and other areas. He was a Christian by faith and worked for Equitable Resources for many years. He enjoyed hunting, traveling, spending time with family, and eating breakfast at Shoney’s with close friends. He is preceded in death by his ...

Patty Jean Smith, age 77, of Elkins, WV died Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Autumn Lakes Healthcare Center at Crystal Springs in Elkins where she had been a resident for many years. She was born March 4, 1948, a daughter of the late James and Mable Smith. She is survived by many cousins and a half-sister, Vera Lipscomb. A graveside service will be held at Fairview Church Cemetery Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 10AM with Pastor Ed Lowther officiating. Online condolences may be made to the fami...

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Nancy Ann Rapski, age 62, of Moatsville, West Virginia. Nancy passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Nancy was born on January 29, 1963, in Baltimore, Maryland, the daughter of William and Charlsie Jean Klapka. She married the love of her life, Joseph Frank Rapski, and together they built a life full of love, laughter, and family. Nancy was the proud mother of ...

Richard James Cook, 77, of Fairmont passed away on Wednesday October 22, 2025, at WVU Medicine JW Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 4, 1947, the son of the late Elmer and Grace (Sawyer) Cook. Richard was a graduate of Fairmont Senior High School and served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era. He worked in the oil and gas industry and was an outdoorsman at heart. He enjoyed hunting and fishing but spending time with his kids, grandkids and great gr...

Arnold Wesley Sayre, age 91, of Buckhannon, WV, departed this life on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Stonehaven Home in Belington, WV. He was born January 18, 1934, in the Etna Community of Upshur County, WV, a son of the late Stacy W. and Georgia A. Sayre. He is survived by his wife, Doris Armstrong Sayre, whom he married on December 19, 1970, and his brother Ralph H. Sayre of Buckhannon. Arnold was a 1953 graduate of Marlinton High School and attended West Virginia University and West Vir...

Michael Patrick Hinton, 82, of Salem, West Virginia, passed away suddenly on October 21, 2025, at United Hospital Center in Clarksburg. Born April 22, 1943, to Anna Marie and Harry Hinton Jr, Michael grew up in Clarksburg alongside his late brother, Thomas Hinton. He dedicated his life to public service, proudly serving as a career officer with the Harrison County Sheriff's Department, later ending his career as a Deputy Bailiff, a position he held for many years. Known for his professiona...