Charles "Chuck" John Poloka, 82, of Weston, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, while under the compassionate care of WVU Medicine Hospice and Crestview Manor Healthcare Center. Chuck was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on May 14, 1942, the only son of the late John "Whitey" and Cecelia Fasso Poloka. In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Larry Schmitt; and four grandchildren: Christopher Poloka, Samantha Polo...

Harold Ray Miller, 90, of Camden passed away on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024 at his home. He was born in Strange Creek, WV on June 26th, 1934: son of the late Ralph Miller and Mary Ruth (Martin) Tanner. On September 10th, 1960, Harold married Sandra L. (Wyatt) Miller, who survives. Harold’s memory will be forever cherished by his wife Sandra, sons: Craig Miller of Akron, OH and Charles Miller of Camden, WV, 5 grandchildren: Sarah Krysti, Nathan, Annie and Breven and three great grandchild...

Rondal Dale “Ronnie” Smarr, 77 of Linn, WV; departed this earthly life in the morning hours of Monday, October 21, 2024 at his residence in Linn, with his loving family by his side. He was born January 8, 1947 in Gilmer Station, WV; son of the late John Junior and Garnett (Stout) Smarr. Ronnie worked in the oil and gas industry for most of his life, having been a laborer, equipment operator and well tender before his final retirement in 2022. In his spare time, Ronnie enjoyed, coaching loc...

Daniel Isaac Brown, 44, of Roanoke, WV passed away on October 21, 2024. He was born on May 27, 1980 in Weston, WV to parents Daniel “Rusty” and Susan Brown. Daniel was a free spirit and was loved by all who knew him. His family always came first no matter the circumstance and he was always there to lend a hand to anyone in need. Daniel loved being in the woods and knew all the species of trees. He was passionate about fishing and spent a lot of time on the river bank. Daniel also enjoyed g...

Alice Jane “Janie” (Whelan) Garton, 81, passed away surrounded by her family and following a brief illness on, Saturday, October 19, 2024. She passed under the compassionate care of WVU Medicine Hospice and Dr. Victor Singzon, and the family was extremely grateful to Rev. Father Douglas A. Ondeck and all those who sent cards, said prayers, made meals, or checked in on her. Janie was born in Weston January 15, 1943, the only daughter of the late Frank and Jane Brannon Whelan. In addi...

Kenneth Eugene Thompson, 70, of Weston passed away on Thursday, October 10th, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Weston on March 3rd, 1954: son of the late Jay Gould Thompson and Lovie Mae (Montgomery) Thompson. On June 1st, 1973, he married Linda Ann (Pumphrey) Thompson, who survives. Cherishing Kenneth’s life are his wife, Linda, son Kenneth Allen Thompson and wife Susan R. of Weston, daughter: Lisa Ann Cool of Weston, seven grandchildren: Heather, Samantha,...

John Clinton Strader, 95, of Roanoke passed away on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at a family home in Orlando, WV. He was born in Orlando, WV on June 16th, 1929: son of the late Linzy Earl Strader and Mae Elizabeth (Posey) Strader. He was married to Louella (Smith) Strader, who preceded him in death. Cherishing his memory is his son: Terry John (Joyce) Strader of Crescent, PA, one grandchild: Jason Strader, and two great grandchildren: Alisha and Ellie Mae Strader. Also cherishing John’s li...

Calvin Dale Stover, 64, of Weston, departed from this world on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 while under the compassionate care of Crestview Manor Healthcare Center in Jane Lew. Calvin was born in Weston on August 17, 1960, a son of the late Roy Stover and Velma Golden Stover. In addition to his parents, Calvin was preceded in death by his brother, Clayton Stover. Calvin is survived by six siblings: Ted Stover and wife, Jama, of Westover, Karen Sprouse of Grafton, Jennings Stover and...

Sharla Lee Cunningham Vickers, 81, of Weston was called to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 6, 2024. She passed at Mon General Hospital in Morgantown. She was born in Weston on November 16, 1942, a daughter of the late William Lambert “Buck” Cunningham and Mona Dallas Ott Cunningham. After their first date to the senior prom, Sharla found her soul mate and knew she wanted to spend the rest of her life with, James William “Jim Bill” Vickers. On September 6, 1963, they said ...

Sarah Lee (Bender) Tallarito, 34, of Sutton, WV, passed away on October 3, 2024. She was born on November 23, 1989 in Weston, WV. Sarah was a very talented writer who wrote many short stories and poems. She loved sitting by the river bank fishing. When she was young she and her cousins created a group called the Six Pack. There was one boy and five girls in the group. They spent a lot of time together making memories that would last a lifetime. She will truly be missed by her family and fr...