Mary Lou Marquess Jenkins, 92, of Grafton, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, 2025, surrounded by love and care. She was born on April 22, 1933, in Grafton, the daughter of the late Kenneth James and Mabel Juanita Jacobs Marquess. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Hobert Jackson Jenkins, who passed in May 2008. The two were married on April 19, 1952, and shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and family for more than five decades. A proud graduate of Grafton Hig...

Mr. Ron Dean Silcox age 59 years a resident of Belington, WV departed this life Thursday evening October 16, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Tuesday November 9, 1965 at Harford, MD a son of the late Harrison W. and Sybil (Spears) Cardwell, his adopted parents were the late Victor R. and Belma (Spears) Silcox. On September 2, 1989 he was united in marriage to the former Pamela L. “Pam” Armstrong who survives at their home in Belington. In addition to his ...

Nolan Hobert Freeman, 39, of Sutton, WV, was called home to be with the Lord on October 16, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He was born on September 4, 1986, to parents Jeffery Freeman and Lisa (Frame) Freeman. Nolan was a lifelong resident of Braxton County, a Christian by faith, and loved attending Heaters Community Church until his health would no longer allow him to. He graduated from Braxton County High School and attended WV Jr. College. Nolan’s hobbies were playing video g...

Janice Kay (Templeton) Hawkins 70 of Weston slipped away gently from this life on Thursday, October 16th at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Janice was born on June 16th 1955 in Ravenswood, WV and was the daughter of the late William Templeton and Patricia (Teasdale) Templeton. On Aug 31st 1974 Janice wed the love of her life, James Hawkins who survives and will miss her tremendously. Cherishing her life is her beloved husband of 51 years, James, leaving b...

Owen “Keith” Whiteman, age 64 years, a resident of Fairmont, WV departed this life Thursday morning, October 16, 2025, at the WV Caring Hospice Center in Elkins, WV. He had his loving family at his side. He had been in declining health for the past year. Keith was born December 3, 1960, in Elkins, WV, a son of the late Robert Neil Whiteman, Sr. and Margaret Ida Erickson Whiteman. He is survived by one brother, Robert "Neil" Whiteman, Jr. and wife Linda of Middletown, PA; three sisters, Lin...

Bernice Elaine Hardway, 98, of Fairmont passed away peacefully on Thursday October 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 5, 1927, the daughter of the late Cecil and Edna (Martin) Carroll. Her life was a shining example of love, strength, and intelligence, as she consistently sought out new ways to stay active and engaged. Whether tackling household projects or tending to her yard, her determination and enthusiasm were inspiring. According to her, it was this ...

Jackie Ray Knight, 67, of Fairmont, West Viginia, peacefully passed away on October 16, 2025, at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital. Jackie was born on September 29, 1958, to Mr. Jack L Knight and Mrs. Goldie B. (Frederick) Knight. All services will be private and a burial at Mt. Zion cemetery will follow. Condolences can be left at www.carpenterandford.com Carpenter and Ford Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Michael James Lawrence, 54, of Fairmont passed away on Wednesday October 15, 2025. He was born on July 14, 1971, the son of the late Harry and Ann Lawrence. Mike was a maintenance laborer for T.M. Enterprise. He enjoyed cutting glass and working on cars. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 10 years, Karen Cunningham Lawrence, the father that raised him Charels Hager, his children Holly Sloan, Amy Griffey, Dominic and Jacob, his grandchildren Angel Sloan, Christian Sloan, ...

Lillian Marie Sipe Lillian was born on October 19, 1949, in Lumberport WV the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Mitchell. On November 13, 1965, she married her one true love, Roy Edward Sipe Sr who proceeded her in death on June 3, 2021. She was also preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law Loretta and Harley Harris and her in-laws Orval Delbert and Icy Bell Tenney Sipe. She is survived by two daughters, Becky Boley and husband Larry of Parkersburg WV and Cathy Johnston and h...

Barbara Colleen (Allen) Price, age 64 a resident of Buckhannon, WV., departed this life on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in the Emergency Department of WVU Medicine St. Josephs Hospital with her sister Lisa by her side. Her death was sudden and unexpected. Barbara was a cherished member of her community and a beloved sister, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and strength. She was born into this life on November 15, 1960, in Riverina OH., a daughter of Dana D. Allen, and the late Lo...