Bryan Lynn Fitzgerald, age 68, of French Creek, WV died on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. He was born on March 16, 1957, in Ravenna, Ohio a son of the late Sammy Lee and Bonnie Jean Christopher Fitzgerald. He is survived by his significant other, Susan Dykstra of French Creek; one brother, Tim and wife Cheryl Fitzgerald of Choctaw, OK; one sister, Michele Fitzgerald of Santa Fe, NM. The family has honored Bryan’s wishes for cremation, and a privat...

Sharon Rae Hayes, 78, of Eastview, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at United Hospital Center, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 11, 1947, in Dayton, Ohio, Sharon was the cherished daughter of the late Raymond Ralph and Mary Catherine Buffey Hall. Sharon was a 1965 graduate of R.W. High School and devoted much of her life to being a loving homemaker. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—especially playing poker—and treasured the friendships she ...

Shirley Mae Gross Wilson, 84, lovingly known to all as Granny, a resident of Belington, passed from this life unexpectedly Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the West Virginia Caring Hospice Inpatient Center in Elkins. Shirley was born Wednesday, March 5, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, a daughter of the late Sherman Franklin Gross and Blanche Marie Rutter Gross. She lived a life rooted in love, faith, and family. She married the love of her life, Leonard Gail Wilson who preceded her in death. ...

Ricky D.F. "Rick" Dudley Obituary Ricky “Rick” DF Dudley, 63, a resident of Elkins, passed from this life Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at home under the care of Mountain Hospice following a short battle with terminal cancer. Rick was born Monday, June 18, 1962, in Twin Falls, Idaho, a son of the late Edward Dudley and Jean Sibett Huffman who survives in Coalton. On April 7, 2006, he married the former Angela Lynn Howe who survives at home. Also left to cherish Rick’s memory ar...

Kenneth Leroy Schroeder, 86, of Clarksburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the Rosewood Center. Born on June 12, 1939, in Newark, New Jersey, Kenneth was the son of the late Louis Schroeder and Mildred Thiere Schroeder Frank. He lived a life defined by devotion—to his country, his family, and the simple joys that made each day meaningful. Kenneth was a proud graduate of Brick Memorial High School in Brick, New Jersey. Shortly thereafter, he answered the call to se...

Ricky Allen Boyd, 61, of Buckhannon, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in Banner, KY. He was born in Buckhannon on March 28, 1964, a son of the late Raymond C. Boyd and Betty June Hoover Wingfield. Ricky is survived by his loving siblings: Darlene Boyd and Terry Boyd and wife, Sandy, who remained constant sources of love and support throughout his life. He was deeply involved in the Upshur County community and found great joy in participating in Upshur County Spe...

Opal Lucille Rogers, 96, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg. She was born at Burgoo, WV (Webster County) on October 18, 1929, a daughter of the late Murray and Maude (Phillips) Hamrick. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Donal Earl Rogers in February 2000; one son Charles Edward “Eddie” Rogers; seven siblings as well as several other family members. Lucille is survived by on...

Donna Marie Hyre, age 68, of Buckhannon, WV, died Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon. She was born, April 13, 1957, in Cullman, AL, a daughter of the late Betty Duke McClendon. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Hyre, whom she was married to for over 40 years; one son, Adam Hyre; one granddaughter, Breana; one brother, James McClendon and two sisters, Deana and Dana McClendon. She is survived by two daughters, April Mabry ...

Deidre Ann Glunt-Ross, age 58, of Belington, WV., departed this life on Monday, December 22, 2025, at her home with her son Jeremiah by her side. Her death was sudden and unexpected. Deidre was a cherished member of her community and a beloved sister, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and strength. She was born into this life on April 10, 1967, in Daytona Beach FL., a daughter of the late Joseph English, and Ella Lucille (Gillette) Glunt. Deidre leaves behind her twin sons; Aar...

Gary Eugene Isenhart 71, born on Monday April 26th 1954 departed this earthly life on Monday December 22, 2025 with his daughter Joyce “Annie” Sharp and son in law Davis shard by his side. Gary was a former longtime resident of Barbour County with most recently being cared for by Mountain Hospice and Tygart Valley Health & Rehabilitation. Gary was preceeded in death by his longtime companion Joyce Melvina Moore on August 6th, 2022. He was also preceded in death by both parents Martin Edwar...