George Leroy Thompson, Jr., 78, of Worthington, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, November 8, 2025. He was born on November 16, 1946, in Annabelle, West Virginia, the son of the late George Thompson, Sr. and Margaret Grega Thompson. George proudly served his country as a combat veteran in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded commendation medals for his bravery and sacrifice. Following his honorable discharge, he began a long and dedicated career...

John Edward Fimple, 93, of Fairmont went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 07, 2025, at Monongalia General Hospital in Morgantown. He was born in Elkins on March 24, 1932, a son of the late Edward Caleb and Mabel Jane Luzier Fimple. John proudly served his country in the United States Army, then later retired from the Owens-Illinois Factory. He later became a Bible Methodist and Wesleyan Methodist Minister in Savannah, Tennessee; Wickes, Arkansas; Buchannon, West Virginia; and Woolen...

Hansel Ray “Hank” Means, 77, of Clarksburg, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at United Hospital Center. Born on January 21, 1948, in Fairmont and grew up in the Northview area of Clarksburg. Hank was the son of the late Chester “Chet” Ray and Juanita Lee Shuman Means. Hank graduated from Victory High School, Class of 1967, and went on to earn his Associate’s Degree from Fairmont State College. He proudly served six years in the A...

David Lane Smith, 84, of Cedarville, WV; departed this earthly life in the mid-morning hours of Friday, November 7, 2025 at his residence in Cedarville, with his loving family by his side. He was born April 16, 1941 in Cedarville, son of the late Clavel and Myrtle (Creasy) Smith. Lane is a graduate of Normantown High School, class of 1959. He is a life-long member of Cedar Creek Baptist Church and was a Circuit Clerk from 1975 through 2009 for Gilmer County. Additionally, he served seven ye...

Ora R. Phillips, 86, of Broadway Avenue, peacefully passed away on Friday November 7, 2025, in Syracuse, NY. Ora R. Phillips was born on October 14, 1939, in Doddridge County, West Virginia. He dedicated much of his life to serving his country in the United States Air Force where he achieved the rank of Senior Master Sergeant after 28 years. Committed to both service and education, Ora earned his Bachelor’s degree from The New School in 1990 through the Air Force’s remote education program...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Lee Mayfield (1952 – 2025) who passed away unexpectedly while enjoying a last breakfast with his brother, Terry. Jim had a long, rewarding career driving for FedEx. He was an excellent mechanic with a passion for rebuilding classic cars, which he would enter successfully into car shows. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending time outdoors working on his property. He was happiest in his garage or sitting beside his love,...

Cheryl Lynn Trusler, 68, of Grafton, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025, at United Hospital Center. She was born on November 12, 1956, in Clarksburg, the daughter of the late William Eugene and Sharon Shroyer Trusler. Cheryl graduated from Liberty High School, Class of 1975 and worked in the maintenance department at Hope Gas for many years. Cheryl spent more than twenty-four wonderful years surrounded by the care and companionship of her devoted caregivers, Regina and Arty...

Donald Dale Hershman, 77, of Thornton, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, November 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 13, 1948, in Grafton, the son of the late William “Bill” Jennings and Ruth Estella Hall Hershman. Donald was preceded in death by his loving wife, Linda Elaine Shumaker Hershman who passed on June 27, 2025. Donald lived a life filled with simple joys, hard work, and love for those around him. Right after graduating from high school, h...

Delouris Joan Vandergrift passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, in Bridgeport, WV, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Granville, WV, on April 16, 1934, to Everett Roy Sigley and Rita Maxine Ennis Sigley, both of whom preceded her in death. Joan was a cherished member of her family, which mourns her passing but also celebrates her rich and fruitful life. Growing up in West Virginia, Joan was fortunate to be embraced by a loving family. Her journey took her from the nurt...

Watertown, NY – Ora R. Phillips, 86, of Broadway Avenue, peacefully passed away on Friday November 7, 2025, in Syracuse, NY. Ora R. Phillips was born on October 14, 1939, in Doddridge County, West Virginia. He dedicated much of his life to serving his country in the United States Air Force where he achieved the rank of Senior Master Sergeant after 28 years. Committed to both service and education, Ora earned his Bachelors degree from The New School in 1990 through the Air Force’s remote ed...