Dale Duwaine Crislip gained his heavenly wings on Friday, July 19th, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on May 16, 1931 in Doddridge County to the late, Elman Cleo Crislip and Opal (Swisher) Crislip. On July 9th, 1955, he married the love of his life, Freda Mae (Cox) Crislip, who preceded him in death on November 3rd, 2023. Together they had two sons, David Crislip and wife, Ruth of Summersville, WV and Jeff Crislip and wife, Brenda of Weston. Dale is survived by two sisters, Maxine ...

Linda Louanne Reed died on July 16, 2024, after suffering a stroke. Born on July 30, 1960, in Wichita, Kansas, Linda and her family moved to Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, when she was just a baby. After graduating from Swarthmore High School, she moved to Philadelphia and made it her home. Linda was a gifted visual artist and had a sharp, original wit. She worked as a vegan baker and volunteered with various Philadelphia organizations, including community mural projects, outreach to the homeless,...

Loretta Jean Hoover, 74, of Weston entered into Heaven’s Gate on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at WVU United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. She was born in Buckhannon, WV on November 15, 1949, daughter of the late, Harry Junior Brown and Mildred Jean (Harper) Brown. Loretta was united in marriage on September 12, 1970, to her loving husband of 53 years, William “Bill” Harvey Hoover, Jr., who survives. Cherishing the loving and caring nature of Loretta are her husband, Bill, daughter’s, Jeann...

Rita Joyce Bailey Barnett, age 70,went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 15, 2024, at United Hospital Center. Rita was born on May 11, 1954, to the late Virgil Jennings Bailey and the late Carrol Alice (Rowan) Bailey. On March 1, 1975, Rita married her High School Sweetheart, Dwight Wayne Barnett and was happily married for 49 years. Rita was the youngest of 16 children. She looked up to each and every one and learned a great deal from each one. Those who are previously dece...

Catherine Light, age 98, of Buckhannon, WV, died Sunday, July 14, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon. She was born March 26, 1926, in Upshur County, WV, a daughter of the late Elva Black and Ivy Koon Black Shipman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Sterlie William Light; one son, Willard Light and wife Mary Kay Light and three brothers, Owen, Arkie and Homer Black. She is survived by two sons, Melvin Light and wife Sheila of Buckhannon and Jerry L...

Lawrence Edward Bennington, 82, of Weston entered Heaven’s Gate at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital, on Sunday, July 14, 2024. Born in Lewis County on August 27, 1941, Lawrence was a son of the late William “Willie” Bennington and Mary Paymay Bennington. Lawrence’s request for Cremation will be held at Pat Boyle Funeral Home’s On-Site Crematory. A Private Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. We, at Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Services loca...

Fredric Michael “Mike” Allman, 84, of Weston, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Country Living of Jane Lew under the compassionate care of Sherry Sellers. He also had a stay at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital 2nd Floor where the kindness and compassion he received can never be matched and for that Mike’s family is truly grateful. Mike was born in Weston on January 14, 1940, to the late Ellen Corder Allman and Clyde B. Allman I. In addition to his parents, Mike ...

Lisa Diane Kesner, 54, of Weston, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Lisa was born in Gassaway on March 6, 1970, a daughter of the late Leland Kesner and Linda Vanhorn Kesner. In addition to her parents, Lisa was also preceded in death by the love of her life, Alfred Seabolt; and her loyal K-9 companion, George. Lisa was a spirited and adventurous soul who loved to travel. She found joy in exploring new places and cultures, a passion that will forever be remembe...

Kerrie M. McCauley Taylor,83, of Weston passed away quietly at United Hospital Center on July 9, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Weston on March 27, 1941: daughter of the late Harl and Dessie Annis Dean McCauley. She was lovingly raised by her grandmother Ovie Maude Dean. She was married to William (Dub) J. Taylor on December 30, 1975 for 39 years before his death in 2014. Kerrie’s memory will be cherished by her loving children: daughter, Phyllis Corathers and companion Rob...

James "Jim" Earl Furby, 89, of Weston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 7, 2024, while under the compassionate care of Holbrook Healthcare Center in Buckhannon. Jim was born in Lewis County on September 14, 1934, a son of the late William Earl Furby and Pauline Grace Hull Furby. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his four sisters: Joanne Starcher, Annabelle Rock, Willa Jean Kreewise, and Madeline Kovacker. On June 4, 1954, Jim married the love of his ...