Wilma Jean Starkey, 90, of Bridgeport, WV passed away peacefully at 02:10 on January 16, 2026 at Autum Lake Healthcare Center in Vineland, New Jersey with her family by her side, after battling an extended illness. She was born in Clarksburg on September 27, 1935, a daughter of the late Clarence Earl Sturm and Gladys Helois Sturm. She was preceded in death by her husband Ronald L Starkey; her siblings; brother, James Sturm (Libby), sisters, Alice Spagnuolo; her grandchildren; Ammion Starkey ...

Danny Franklin Freeze, 71, of Grafton, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2026, at United Hospital Center, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Danny was born on January 22, 1954, in Grafton, a beloved son of the late James Edward Freeze and Mary Viola Myers Freeze. On May of 1990, Danny married the love of his life, Sandy Boyd Freeze. Their marriage was one built on devotion, partnership, and enduring love. Danny dedicated thirty-nine years of faithful service t...

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Ronald N. Tallman, age 75, of Belington, WV, passed away on Friday January 16, 2026 in the WV Caring Hospice Facility at Elkins, WV. Death was following a period of declining health. Ron was born on March 4, 1950 at Elkins, WV, a son of the late Arline Ruby Wiseman Tallman and Robert Earl Tallman Sr. He graduated from DuPont High School with the class of 1968 in Belle, WV. Ron dedicated much of his life to his family members and his role as an Electrician at DuPont Plant in Belle, WV. ...

Janet Lee Davis Giebel, age 87 years, a resident of Elkins, WV departed this life early Thursday morning, January 15, 2026, at the Elkins Rehabilitation & Care Center at Elkins, WV. She had been in declining health for the past two years. She was born Monday, October 31, 1938, at Buckhannon, WV a daughter of the late Lattie C. Davis and Virginia Gail Townsend Davis. Surviving are one son, James M. Davis (Barb) of Elkins; two daughters, LeAnn M. Nutter (Perry) of Ellamore, Wendy M. Bodkins ...

Eileen Rodriguez Hamlin, 97, of Clarksburg, passed away on January 15, 2026, while residing at Maplewood Nursing Facility. She was born on February 8, 1928. Eileen was the beloved daughter of the late Florentino Rodriguez and Ramona Gonzales Rodriguez. Eileen married the love of her life James Franklin Hamlin on January 5, 1946. She was a proud graduate of Salem College. Eileen was an extraordinary mother, grandmother and aunt. She loved playing baseball, basketball, shooting marbles and ...

Edward Spencer Jr., 72, of Shinnston, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Jr. lost his fight with Multiple Myeloma after his ongoing battle for eleven months. Jr was born in Clarksburg on May 31, 1953, the son of the late Edward Spencer and Mabel Pritt Spencer. In addition to his parents, Jr was preceded in death by one sister, Clara Jane “Janie” Spencer Hayhust; and two brothers: Charles Ray and Donald Robert Spenc...

Ronald “Ronnie” Keith Haller, 76, of Moatsville, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at his residence. Ronnie was born December 13, 1949, in Arden, West Virginia, a son of the late Calvin “Berl” Haller and Betty Lou (Reed) Haller. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Ronnie was employed as a welder with Bethlehem Steel and was also an avid farmer. He enjoyed camping and fishing and was known for always helping others whenever he ...

Thelma Louise Sparks Shoemake, 85, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 14, 2026, at her home of more than 65 years under the care of Mountain Hospice with special gratitude to Amber Hinchman. She was born Saturday, August 31, 1940, in Marlinton, the daughter of the late Jonah Roy Sparks and Letha Opal Pringle Sparks. Thelma retired from the State of West Virginia as the office manager of the Midland Public Service District where she worked thirty plus years in this professi...

Junior E. “June Bug” Croston, age 87, a resident of Philippi, WV., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in Mansfield Place with his family by his side. He had been declining in health for quite some time. June Bug was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, cherished friend, and vibrant spirit who touched the lives of all that knew him. He was born on February 23, 1938, in Galloway WV., a son to the late Homer Mayle, and Bertha (Croston) Whitehair. In March of 1991, he ...