Clarence “Toad” Overly Pratt, 76 of West Union passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024 at his residence with family by his side. He was born January 29, 1948 in Glenville, WV, son of the late William Jennings Pratt and Zula Gertrude Hurst Pratt Ashcraft. Toad was a glass blower for over 30 years, working at Minners Glass, Judel Glass in Salem, Louie Glass and Glass Works in Weston. Toad enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, spending time with family, especially the grandchildren. Toad...

Mary Kathryn Sutton, 88, of Weston, was called to her Heavenly Home on Thursday, December 19, 2024. Mary was born in Lost Creek on February 16, 1936, a daughter of the late Glenn Jackson Greathouse and Ettie Gay Alkire. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Sutton; one sister, Betty Taylor; and beloved K-9 companion, Stormy. Forever cherishing their memories of Mary is her son, Dennis Woodson, and grandson, Dylan Woodson both of Weston. ...

Michael Grant “Mike” Dean, 57, of Clarksburg, WV, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at his home after a brief illness. He was born in Clarksburg on January 25, 1967, to the late Delbert Grant and Betty Jean (Smith) Dean. Michael is survived by his only daughter Brandi Renae McCormick and husband Dakota and their children Stevie Mae and Wilder of Flemington; his fiancé Denise D. Perrine who he called his Sweetness; brother Dewain Dean and significant other Diane Garrison of Weston...

Peggy Joyce Cawthon, 87, of Camden, WV passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at the Glenville Health and Rehabilitation Center in Glenville, WV. She was born in Dunn, NC on February 19, 1937, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William H. Norris. Peggy was united in marriage on June 6, 1964 to William F. Cawthon, who preceded her in death on July 2, 1996. In addition, Peggy was preceded in death by a son, Charles Lamar Sills, Jr., four brothers, and 3 sisters. Cherishing the life of Pe...

Chandra Brooke Metz, age 26, of Buckhannon, WV, died Monday, December 16, 2024, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. She was born March 23, 1998, in Morgantown, a daughter of Mack and Judith Payne Metz, both of Buckhannon. In addition to her parents, she is survived by one brother, Corey Williams and fiancée Shawna Smith of Buckhannon; special nephews, Aiden Collins and Lincoln Williams both of Buckhannon; special niece, Lainey Williams of Buckhannon; fiancée, Joshua Alderman of ...

Violet "Darlene" Hinzman, 79, of Jane Lew, passed away surrounded by loving family at Country Living Personal Care Home in Jane Lew on Monday, December 16, 2024. Darlene was born in Weston on September 20, 1945, the youngest child of the late James "Peck" Howard Marsh Sr. and Kathleen Wanda Crowl Marsh. In addition to her parents, Darlene was preceded in death by seven siblings: James Marsh Jr., Bob Marsh, June Marsh, and Bill Marsh, Ruby Riffle, Evelyn Mitchell, and Madelene Kincaid. ...

Deborah “Debbie” Sue Hefner, 68, of Weston, WV went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at J. W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. She was born in Weston, WV on April 12, 1956, daughter of the late Oras C. Hefner and Stella Maxine (Metz) Hefner. In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by a brother, Lash C. Hefner and 2 sisters, Patricia Paugh and Stella Wood. Forever cherishing the life of Debbie is her son, Todd Andrew Hefner of Weston, 4...

Jerry Thomas McPherson, 65, of Burnsville, departed this life suddenly on Friday, December 13, 2024. A Methodist by faith, Jerry was joyously reunited with his beloved son, Neil McPherson, and father, Thomas McPherson, who preceded him in death. Jerry was born to Thomas and Mary Lee McPherson on February 21, 1959 in Weston, WV. He is survived by his mother, Mary Lee McPherson of Burnsville; his brother, Brad McPherson and wife Tina of Morgantown; his sister, Sherrie McPherson of Weston; and ...

Linda Sue Warner, age 81, of Buckhannon, WV, died Tuesday, December 10, 2024, peacefully in her sleep. She was born August 11, 1943, in Buckhannon, the daughter of the late Granville and Patricia (Dean) Malcomb. On November 17, 1963, she married Leroy Arthur Warner who preceded her in death just weeks ago. Also surviving are: one son, Leroy A. Warner, Jr (Carol Barr) of Buckhannon, one daughter, Amy Hiltner (Donald Hiltner) of Buckhannon; four grandchildren, Dennis Warner (Brandy Warner) of...

David M. Taylor, 60 of Vienna, WV; departed this earthly life Monday, December 9, 2024 at his residence following a sudden illness. He was born March 13, 1964 in Weston, WV; son of the late Claudius and Geraldine (Murphy) Taylor. David is a graduate of Gilmer County High School, class of 1982. He is also a graduate of Glenville State University with a BA degree. David worked as a social worker for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources having retired with many years of s...