John Anthony Savonarola, 78, of Fairmont Anthony Savonarola, 78, of Fairmont passed away peacefully Monday morning January 27, 2025 at the Tygart Center after an extended illness. He was born on February 6, 1946 in Fairmont son of the late John and Mary Marchesani Savonarola. John retired from Consolidated Coal Company as a lab technician. He previously worked at Owens Illinois Glass plant and also worked at Prudential Insurance Company. He was a member of several organizations inclu...

Raymond L. Mercer, II, 56, passed away on January 25, 2025. He was born on January 31, 1968 to Raymond and Karen Prowant Mercer of Metz. He was a 1986 graduate of North Marion High School. At 16 years old, Ray followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather and joined the Mannington Volunteer Fire Department. He was proud to carry on the family tradition as the third generation. He was also was a member of the Mannington Moose Lodge #1344 and a previous member of the Mannington ...

Frances Marie Robinson, 100, of Shinnston, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at her home. She was born on September 13, 1924 in Lincoln, NE a daughter of the late Howard Landerking Pulse and Anna Marie Shilhan Pulse. She was preceded in death by her husband Glenford C. Robinson who passed away in 1998. She is survived by six children, Ondelea Smith of Shinnston, LaRayne Lafferty of Mannington, Diane Ashcraft of Fairview, Bertha Holcomb of Ashbury, VA, Leslie Robinson of TX and Ch...

Thomas Joseph Cappiello, 76, of Mannington, formerly of Lumberport, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 6, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Lumberport on June 14, 1948 to the late John and Rosa (Nicollette) Cappiello. Thomas dedicated his life to the military, enlisting in the USMC. He proudly served for approximately ten years, completing two tours in Vietnam. A true patriot, his courage and devotion to his country were unparalleled. Beyond his military service, Thom...

Rachel Catalina Anderson, 60, of Mannington, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024. She was born in Fairmont on May 25, 1964, a daughter of the late Johnny M. Thorne and Sandra (Carpenter) Thorne. Rachel delivered newspapers for Times West Virginian. She enjoyed going fishing and camping at Big Bear Lake. She loved the beach, especially Ocean City, and was an avid gardener. Rachel is survived by her children, Delbert Allen West, Jr. and his wife Trista of Mannington, WV, Amanda Jean We...

David Lee Anderson, 69, of Salem passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at United Hospital Center with family by his side. He was born on October 10, 1955 in Charleston Memorial Hospital, first born and son of the late Donald Lee and Edwina Eleanor Drake Anderson. David graduated from Herbert Hoover High School, Class of 1974. He worked in the Gas & Oil industry with several companies such as Emergent Energy, Pro-Active Services, and Antero Resources and was known as “The Dehy Man” be...

Billy Joe Wyckoff, 86, of Salem passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at Mount Carmel East Hospital, Columbus, OH. Billy was born May 5, 1938 in Smithfield, WV, Wetzel County, son of the late Glenn and Bonnie Ann Ensminger Wyckoff. Billy was a field superintendent with Eureka Pipeline for thirty-four years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, woodworking and restoring old cars. Billy is survived by his son, David Glenn Wyckoff and wife Linda, Salem; son-in-law, Walter Lewis K...

Juanita "Ruth" Flanagan, 77, of Dryfork, passed away on December 22, 2024, at Autumn Lake Healthcare in Crystal Springs. Born on April 9, 1947, in Dryfork, she was the daughter of the late Denzil and Pauline (Mowery) Flanagan. Ruth attended Dryfork Elementary School and was a faithful member of Riverside Mennonite Church while she lived in Dryfork. Ruth was known for her love of singing hymns and her dedication to her faith. She helped her aunt her Aunt Zettie care her grandchildren, showc...

Carl Alan Payne, 64, of Hilltop Community, Mannington, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Fairmont, April 22, 1960, a son of Edna Rose Deavers Payne of Mannington, and the late Earnest Carl Payne. Carl is also survived by his sisters; Kimberly “Kim” Legette and her husband Tim of Charleston, SC; and Kathy “Kat” Headrick of Bridgeport; nieces and nephews, Trista Haynes and her husband John; Krista Driggers and her husband Darren, all of Charleston, SC...

Shirley Irene Culotta Johnston, 82, of Shirley Irene Culotta Johnston, 82, of Mannington, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024 at Pierpont Center where she had been a resident for the last two weeks. She was born March 27, 1942 in York, PA. She was preceded in death by her mamaw Fowler who raised her, her 2nd husband Emory Roy Johnston, Jr. who passed away March 19, 2010, and her 1st husband Vincent Francis Culotta, Sr., father of her children who passed away March 17, 2008. Shirley mo...