James “Bill” Allen Fluharty, 81, of Jacksonburg, WV left this world on Sunday, March 23, 2025 while at his home and surrounded by his family. James was born January 3, 1944, in Morgantown, WV son of the late Rodney W. and Julia Ann (White) Fluharty. He was a retired operator for U.S. Steel. James enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, coon hunting and cutting up firewood. Surviving is his companion, Sara (Hendershot) Miller; two sons, Troy J. Fluharty and Shane (Crystal) Hendershot; four dau...

Mary Alice Norman, born on March 31, 1941, in Fairmont, WV, was called home on March 20, 2025, in Morgantown, WV. Embodying the true essence of a loving and friendly soul, she spent her life brightening the world around her. A dedicated nurse, Mary served her community with unwavering compassion at Westinghouse and Fairmont General Hospital. Her nurturing spirit not only touched her patients but also her colleagues, creating an enduring legacy of kindness. Mary's joy was most ev...

Frederick “Fred” Ernest Raber passed away at his home in Wake Forest, North Carolina, on March 17, 2025, following several months of declining health. He was 91 years old. Born into a coal mining family in Hopedale, Ohio, Fred carried the values of hard work and resilience throughout his life. After enlisting in the U.S. Army, he served with distinction as a radar repairman, supporting the Distant Early Warning Line in Alaska and monitoring missile test flights in White Sands, New Mexi...

Mary Anne H. Dorchak passed away on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2025, giving all who loved her the ultimate Irish Goodbye. She called West Virginia her home having resided in Morgantown since 1988. Born on February 2, 1947, in Albany, New York, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Dolores Hannon and the youngest sibling to brothers, John W. Hannon (deceased), Michael Hannon (deceased) and sister Patricia Hannon. Mary Anne also leaves behind a daughter, Heather McNamara, her hu...

Dennis Eugene Rowan, affectionately known as Mouse, 77, of Morgantown, WV, passed away March 16, 2025. Born to the late Dennis Charles Rowan and Florence Siebel Rowan on September 15, 1947, Dennis was a lifelong resident of Morgantown where he touched the hearts of all who knew him. Dennis spent many years applying his skills as a proud welder at Petitto Mine Equipment. His work was not just a job but a craft he honed with dedication and precision. Dennis's passion for his trade was pa...

Rebecca (Becky) Sue Fugera, born on February 12, 1945, daughter of Gerald and Susan Shanks, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, at her home in Great Mills, MD. Originally from Core, WV, Becky was a resident of St. Mary’s County since 1968. Becky was retired from her career as an editorial assistant for the U.S. Navy. She enjoyed going out to lunch and to the movies with friends and family. She was known for her witty sense of humor and love of playing Keno. Becky enjoyed n...

James Michael “Moose” Smith, 65, of Mount Look Out, WV passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025 in Morgantown. He was born on March 21, 1959 in Omaha, NE a son of the late Harold Smith and Arlene Wolff Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Caren Winchell, who passed away on October 27, 2024. He is survived by his sister, Theresa Sims of Omaha, NE. James was a graduate of Omaha Central High School and also proudly served in the United States Army. He was self-employed and enjo...

Kevin John Nabors 69, of Morgantown, WV, passed away March 12, 2025 at Sundale Nursing Home. He was born February 1,1956 in Morgantown, a son of the late James Calvin and Joan Frances Nabors. Kevin was a 1974 graduate of University High School. Shortly after graduation, he married his high school sweetheart Janie Fairchild. He then began his career as a coal miner. Kevin was one of CONSOL's youngest certified mine foremen, and went on to become one of the first Longwall mining coordina...

Nellie Jo Bond Brissey, 93, of Salem passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at her home in Salem. She was born on April 25, 1931 in Salem, a daughter of the late Harley D. Bond and Marcella Randolph Bond. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Richard Davis Brissey, who passed away on March 9, 2006. She is survived by two children, Cynthia J. Brissey, with whom she made her home, and R. Douglas Brissey and wife Connie of Mount Clare; three grandchildren, Matthew Calise ...

Robert Lloyd McBee, age 88, of Morgantown, WV, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Morgantown Heights Nursing Care. He was born in Morgantown, March 8, 1936, a son of the late Brady Drew McBee and Leoma Isa (Kelley) McBee. Robert was a veteran of the US Army National Guard. He was retired having worked as an auto parts salesman. He is survived by one brother, John H. Nutt, of Morgantown and his friends and caretakers Douglas and Jane Geary, of Morgantown. At his request cremation...