Joshua “Josh” Shane Runyon, 29 of Lost Creek, WV left this life to go on his new journey on May 26, 2019. Josh was born June 2, 1989 in Clarksburg, the youngest son of Daniel and Heather Runyon of Lost Creek. He left behind his lifelong love, Shana Frazier and three beautiful children, Natalie Grace Runyon, Mackenleigh Jayde Runyon and Joshua Shane Runyon II, all of Lost Creek; one brother, Jeremiah Runyon and Matthew Emrick of Los Angeles, CA; grandparents, Darrell and Shirley Runyon L...

CDR Kermit Grover Hines, Jr., 86, of New Milton, WV, passed Sunday May 26, 2019 at his residence with his family by his side. Kermit was born to the late Kermit Grover Hines, Sr. and Anna Bessie Squires Hines, September 25, 1932, in Weston, WV. He graduated from Weston High School in 1950 where he participated in track, band, and Boys State. Kermit received a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Arts Education from the Fairmont State College in 1957. He received a Master’s Degree in Industria...

John “Mike” Michael Silcott, 60 of Newburg, WV, went to be with his Savior, Sunday, May 26, 2019. He was born December 31, 1958 in Morgantown, son of John Silcott, Florida, and the late Jean McGinnis Silcott. John was raised in Niagara Falls, NY where after graduation went into the Navy. He was very proud of his service for his country where he often talked about the many wonderful places he encountered. Mike was a carpenter by trade afterwards and lived and worked in many of our beautiful Un...

OBITUARY: GERALDINE P. AUVIL Geraldine Perchie Auvil, 64, of Philippi, died Saturday, May 25, 2019, in the Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown. She had been dealing with health issues but her death was unexpected. She was born July 13, 1954, at Parsons, a daughter of the late Junior Ray and Cornell Elizabeth (Gooding) Knotts. Her husband, David Edward Auvil survives at their home. Also surviving are a daughter, Sheila Rae Auvil, Albright; a sister, Elizabeth Rae Knotts Evans, Knoxville, TN...

Bonnie Jo Cummings, 70 of Kingwood, WV passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Ruby Memorial Hospital with family by her side. She was born August 16, 1948 in Rowlesburg, daughter of the late John K and Rudell Martin Bishop. Bonnie went to West Virginia Business College and worked at the Phone Company as a Computer Programmer in Hazelton. She loved karaoke, watching TV, and playing computer games. Bonnie is survived by one daughter, Shawn R Field and James Kevin, Kingwood; one step-son, Christ...

Gary Lane Talkington, 73, of Greenwood, WV, departed this life on Saturday, May 25, 2019, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV, following a courageous battle with his extended illness. Gary was born December 29, 1945 in Clarksburg, WV, a son of the late Clifford C. and Evelyn (Ellifritt) Talkington. For 32 years, Gary was employed by Carnegie Gas Company where he served as the station operator. After early retirement, he went to work for Exco of Smithburg, WV as a well tender whe...

Henry Duane Cowart, 75, of Barrackville passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019 at the Veterans Nursing Home in Clarksburg. He was born September 13, 1943 in Marion County, son of the late Henry Owen and Velora Harris Cowart. Henry was a veteran of the United States Navy. He enjoyed farming, fishing, and driving truck. Henry is survived by four children; Kathy Toussant, Stephanie Garrison and husband Kevin, Eva Roberts, and Henry Cowart Jr. and wife Alicta; four sisters, Alma Allen, Carol ...

Nicholas Otto Janschek, 81, of West Union, WV, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 25, 2019. Nicholas was born June 6, 1937 in Waldorf, MD. He was the son of Nicholas and Mary Janschek. Nicholas was preceded in death by his parents and by a daughter Teresa Ann Janschek. Nicholas is survived by his wife, Mary Jo and three kids, Patricia Barker (Timothy), John Janschek (Margaret), and Jodie Lusk. Nicholas had 5 grandchildren, Josh Barker, Nicole Lohr, Jessica Epps, Heidi Lusk, an...

Lawrence “Ray” Pigott, Jr., 75, of Lumberport, passed away at 6:01am, Friday, May 24, 2019 at Meadowview Manor in Bridgeport. He was born in Brown, WV, May 31, 1943, a son of the late Lawrence Ray Pigott, Sr. and the late Mary Elizabeth Currey Pigott. Surviving are his wife, Nancy Lee Murray Pigott, whom he married July 23, 1965, four children, Lisa Marie Woodruff and her husband Rick, Frankfort, KY, Travis Ray Pigott and his wife Deann, Springfield, TN, RaEtta Wentz and her husband Timothy, ...

Walter Francis Williams, 81, of Mannington, died Friday, May 24, 2019 at the residence of his son in Farmington. He was born July 30, 1937 in Wetzel County, a son of the late Walter and Ethel Shreves Williams. He was a veteran of the Korean War, having served in the United States Army. He worked as a coal miner, mechanic and carpenter. Survivors include his sons: Gary (April) Williams, Farmington, and Bobby (Janet) Fincham, Fairmont; 2 grandchildren: Andrea Six and Raven Williams; 5 great gr...