James “Jim” Gifford Henline, 90, a lifelong resident of Weston, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 26, 2026, under the exceptional care of Nella’s at Autumn Lake Healthcare in Elkins. Jim was born in Horner on September 26, 1935, a son of the late Paul Bernard Henline and Edna Velma Linger Henline. On December 5, 1978, Jim married Virginia Lee Smith. Together they shared 29 years of marriage before her passing on September 19, 2008. In addition to his parents and wife, Ji...

Ruben “Eli” Friend, age 86, of Rock Cave, died at his home on Monday, January 26, 2026. He was born in Upshur County on September 19, 1939, a son of the late Ruben Jackson and Melba Fern Lee Friend. He was united in marriage on March 12, 1960, to Clarabelle J. Simmons Friend, who preceded him in death on November 9, 2019. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was also preceded in death by one sister, Almetta Andrew and four brothers: William “Coy” Friend, Calvin Friend, Henry Friend, an...

Sue (Lambert) Caine, 81, of Weston, WV passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026 under the compassionate care of Crestview Manor Healthcare Center in Jane Lew, WV. She was born in Imboden, VA on November 19, 1944, daughter of the late Hubert Otis Lambert and Jeanette (Brickey) Lambert-White. Sue was united in marriage on January 16, 1971 to George M. Caine who preceded her in death on September 7, 2001. Sue is survived by her step son, Bryan Caine of Springfield, VA, sisters, Ann Lane of Kin...

Charles Ronald Coburn, 86, of Fairmont, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026 in Fairmont. He was born on April 2, 1939 in Clarksburg, a son of the late Paul Coburn and Annabelle Ayers, Coburn. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Brenda Coberly Coburn, whom he married on August 20, 2005. He is survived by three children Cheryl Mazany and husband John, Kelly Coburn of Clarksburg and Ronnie Coburn of Clarksburg; step children, Terri Pethtel and Joyce Williams and husband Roy; sev...

Paul “Butch” Leslie Mulligan, Jr., 79, of Clarksburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2026, at his residence with family by his side. Born on July 27, 1946, in Clarksburg, WV, Paul was the beloved son of the late Paul Leslie Mulligan, Sr. and Gertrude Frances Ferree Mulligan. Butch leaves behind his cherished children, Paul Lawrence Mulligan and his wife Miranda of Clarksburg and Christina Mulligan of Bridgeport; three grandchildren, Sarie Bland, Emma Mulligan, and Christophe...

Donald Lee Ball, 74, of Anmoore, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Mon General Hospital. He was born on July 19, 1951, in Buckhannon, the beloved son of the late Ralph Harris Ball and Frances Louise “Dean” Ball. Donald drove a coal truck for most of his life. He also worked as a machinist, but was a “Jack of all trades”. Donald loved to watch Nascar, he was an avid fan of Jeff Gordan and President Donald Trump. He loved being around his family and friends. Donald’s passion was r...

Walter Ray Patrick, 76, of Farmington, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born April 21, 1949, a son of the late James Patrick and Jenevieve (Jenny) Patrick of the Bethel community in Fairview. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Jeanette Jones Patrick; two sons Jimmy Masters (Diana) Farmington, Walter “Bub” Patrick (Danielle), Farmington; one daughter, Rhonda Woody (Jake), Fairview; five grandchildren, James Masters, Devon Masters, Kyler Patri...

Sandra Kay Bowman finished her mortal journey on January 22, 2026, at her home after a long and courageous battle with several serious health problems including cancer. Sandy was born March 29, 1959 at Sutton, WV to Robert “Bob” Schoolcraft and Maxine Lee Schoolcraft. Both parents preceded her in death. Her grandparents, aunts, uncles, several cousins, and close friend Shawn Dolan also preceded her in death. Sandy is survived by her two cherished daughters, Vanessa Baughman (Justin) of Verona...

Shirley Louise Conrad Boord, 88, of Fairmont, passed away on January 22, 2026. She was born on March 1, 1937, a daughter of the late Benjamin V. and Wriller Williams Conrad. Shirley is survived by her daughter, Bonnie J. Summers; grandchildren: Christopher Lee Birdsell, Jeremy A. Boord, and Travis L. Boord; twelve great grandchildren; one brother: Billy Conrad of Mogador, Ohio; many nieces and nephews; and close friends: Bonnie Brown, Jane Miller, and Judy McDonald. In addition ...

Agnes Marie Bleigh, 89, of Ireland went to her Heavenly Home on Thursday, January 22, 2026 under the compassionate care of Holbrook Healthcare Center in Buckhannon, WV with her family by her side. She was born in Hacker Valley, WV on July 18, 1936, daughter of the late Bernard Pugh and Lula (McCartney) Pugh. Agnes was united in marriage on June 12, 1954 to Walter Lee Bleigh, who preceded her in death in April of 1982. Forever cherishing their memories of Agnes are her children, Donna M...