Hard working hands are laid to rest, and a golden heart has stopped beating. Michael Junior Blake, 63, of Weston, passed into the arms of his Savior on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport. Michael was a man of unwavering faith and strength, who served his community with his hands and heart. Born in Weston on January 8, 1961, Michael was the son of Faye Junior Blake and Thelma Jean Wine Blake. Michael was a man of faith, a hard worker, and a lover of ...

Louise Garrison, 81, of Buckhannon, WV, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Nella’s Nursing Home in Elkins, WV. She was born November 18, 1942, in Weston, WV. She was a daughter of the late James Willis and Opal Lottie Grogg Gum . In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a son, Steven Christopher. Louise is survived by Joseph Garrison, her husband of 64 years; her daughter, Debra Garrison Conover and husband Robert and her son Joseph (Joey) Garrison and wife Twiggy...

Tyler Leslie Warner, 13 years young, died Monday, March 11, 2024, at WVU Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, WV. He was born February 24, 2011, in Weston, WV, a son of Patrick and Deanna (Koon) Warner. In addition to his parents he is survived by his brother, Sawyer Warner; grandpa and grandma Dave and Debbie Koon; aunt Danielle and uncle Shaun Lipps; uncle Devin Koon; cousin, Emmalea Lipps and several great aunts and uncles, extended cousins and friends who loved him dearly. Tyler was prece...

Twila Hammel, nee Paknik, of Fairmont, West Virginia, age 69, died on Sunday, March 10, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at her home. Twila was born on October 3, 1954, in Fairmont to the late John Paknik, Sr. and Ida Mae Lockhart Paknik also of Fairmont. In addition to her parents, Twila was predeceased by her husband of 35 years, Stuart Frederick Hammel, and her sister-in-law Renee Paknik. She is survived by her granddaughter Michayla Maura Coleman and her mother, Dawn Coleman; her brot...

Hartzel Ray Waugh, 93,of Gerrardstown WV, formerly of Weston, WV, peacefully passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Winchester Medical Center under the compassionate care of Blue Ridge Hospice. Born November 21, 1930 in Upshur County, he was the son of the late Ezra Waugh and Lucetta Gregory Waugh. He met and fell in love with his wife of almost 70 years Catherine Marie Wiant Waugh who survives; also surviving are two children; Charlotte Hurst and Randal Waugh; two grandchildren; and sev...

Kelly Sue Wagoner, 39, of Camden went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 9th, 2024. She was born in Morgantown, WV on January 20th, 1985, daughter of Kenneth (Dick) and Kathryn Clevenger, of Camden. Kelly was united in marriage to the love of her life, Dustin Wagoner, on July 16, 2011, who survives. Kelly is survived by her parents and husband, Dustin, twin brother, Kyle Clevenger of Buckhannon, father and mother in law, Gary and Connie Wagoner of Calhoun County, special sister in...

Mary Lou Harper, age 75, of Petersburg, WV, died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Winchester Medical Center in Winchester, VA. She was born February 11, 1949, in Richwood, WV, a daughter of the late Glen and Mildred Pearl Kniceley McCoy. On September 14, 1968 she married Ernest Harper, whom she shared over 55 years with; one daughter, Christy Caine of Sutton, WV; one son, Lester Harper and wife Heather of Petersburg; five grandchildren, Kayla Nichole Underwood and husband Taylor of Beckley, WV, an...

Wendy Sue Swiger, 36, of Camden passed away on Thursday, March 7th, 2024 at Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown after and unexpected illness. She was born in Weston, WV on March 31, 1987, daughter of the late Jimmy and Jo Ann (Prunty) Evans. Cherishing their loving memories of Wendy are her boyfriend of 10 years, Andrew McCauley and his son, Cody of Camden, brother, Daniel Evans and fiancé Rebecca Bishop of Sutton, niece, Jasmine Evans, nephew, Caleb Evans, uncle, Jesse Prunty, and cou...

Travis Lane Marsh, 54, of Weston, WV, passed away at Ruby Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family on March 6, 2024. He was born on October 6, 1969 to parents Roger Marsh and Sue Singleton McKisic. He is preceded in death by his father, Roger Marsh; grandparents, Ray and Lola Marsh, William (Shimmy) Singleton, and Roy and Eunice (Granny) McKisic; aunt, Diana (Mac) Slaughter; uncle Ronnie Marsh. Travis loved to go fishing and hunting, was an avid WVU fan, enjoyed camping, and ha...

Terry Lynn Bonnett, 72, of Coxs Mills, WV, departed this earthly life on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024, at Mon General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 18th, 1951, in Weston, WV. He was the son of the late Howard and Madeline Bonnett. He was a graduate of Gilmer County High School class of 1972. Upon his graduation, he spent 45 years working as a truck driver and equipment operator. On April 2, 1988, Terry was married to his beloved wife, Janet (Blake) Bonnett,...