Herbert “Herb” Alexander Martin, Jr. 46 of Fairmont passed away after a 5-year battle with cancer. He was born in Fairmont on May 14, 1979, a son of the late Herbert and Rebecca Ledsome Martin, Sr. He inspired those around him with his strength and resilience despite many challenges, he remained devoted to his loved ones and cherished the time spent with them. He enjoyed fishing, kayaking and camping. He found peace in the beauty of nature. His great joy came from spending time ...

Together Again, Helen Bauman Krob, 93 of Lansing passed away Monday, November 3, 2025, at the Good Shepard Nursing Home in Wheeling, WV. She was born on February 11, 1932, in Wheeling, WV, the daughter of late Joseph and Marie (Filcaske) Bauman. She was co-owner and operator of the former Jos. Krob Dairy of Lansing as well as a lifetime member of the Lansing United Methodist Church, and a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Captina Chapter #489. In addition to her parents, she wa...

Frieda Marie Bowling Michael, 101 years old, passed away Monday morning (November 3, 2025) at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Cass, WV on January 28, 1924, daughter of the late Lasey and Monna (Johnston) Bowling. She is preceded in death by her husband, James William “Bill” Michael and son, Clyde Jonathan Michael. Frieda’s gentle spirit and unwavering faith left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her. She touched countless lives through h...

Pauline Skinner went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her family at her home in Camden, WV on November 3, 2025, followed by an extended illness. She was born on June 21st, 1943 to parents, Newton and Mabel Skinner of Orlando, WV. Pauline started at a young age at the West Virginia Glass Factory where she worked until it closed. She then proceeded to work at Louie Glass Factory. When the factory closed in 2003 she decided it was time to retire. She loved the holidays gathering with fa...

Gary Scott Haddock, 55, of Weston, passed away in the comfort of his home on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Gary was born in Weston on September 24, 1970, a son of Gary Lee Haddock and the late Erania Carol Fox Haddock. Forever cherishing their memories Gary are his father, Gary Haddock and wife, Cathy, of Weston; one brother, Billy Bennett of Weston; and seven aunts: Carol Miller, Sue Norine, Kay Black, Brenda Kidd, Karen Wells, Janet Smith, and Donna Fox. Gary was a graduate...

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Helen Virginia Lemasters, 77, of Weston, WV, who was carried home on the wings of angels on November 2, 2025, following an extended illness. Helen was born on June 28, 1948, in Weston, to the late E.J. and Genevieve Lemasters. She was preceded in death by her brother, Gene Lemasters, and her sister, Ramona Burnside. She is survived by her three cherished daughters: Sarah (Matt) Hill of Fairmont, Cara (James) Mathe...

Retha “Imogene” Howes, of the Heaston Ridge community, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, November 2, 2025, at her home after a long battle with dementia. She was born October 28, 1952, to the late Reta Lee and Harley Hunt in Gaines, WV, at her grandfather's house. In addition to her parents, she was preceeded in death by her brothers Dale (Carolyn) and Cecil (Cynthia) Hunt. She is survived by her devoted husband of 51 years Harold, who has been her primary caregiver for the last 10 years. Tog...

Essie Earlene Tomasi, 76, of Mannington, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025 in Bridgeport. She was born on July 23, 1949 in Belington, a daughter of the late James Allen and Marjorie Emma Hess Allen. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Michael Tomasi. She is also survived by her daughter, Michelle Tomasi; one grandson, Cameron Hardesty; siblings James M Allen, Mannington, Mary E Steerman (Charlie), Belington, Carl K Allen (Betty), PA, several nieces and nephews, and speci...

Franklin Delano Barker, Sr, 92, of Clarksburg passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at his home. He was born on April 6, 1933 in Brown, WV, a son of the late George D. Barker and Dora Helen Moore Barker. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Alicia Maria Barker, whom he married on April 6, 1954 at the Rodman Naval Station Chapel in Panama CZ. He is survived by two children, Franklin D. Barker, Jr. of Murrietta, CA and Steven L. Barker of ...

Lee Ann Jones, 62, of Fairmont, West Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2025. She was born on November 5, 1962, in Fairmont to Linda Summers and Woody Garrett, Lee Ann grew up surrounded by family, friends, and the strong community she cherished throughout her life. She graduated from Fairmont Senior High School and went on to earn her Master’s degree in Social Work, dedicating her career to helping others with compassion and care. Lee Ann shared 24 wonderful years of ma...