Merry Elizabeth Weese, age 69, of Crystal Springs, West Virginia, and formerly of Weston, passed away peacefully under the care of Hospice and Autumn Lake Healthcare of Crystal Springs, West Virginia. Merry was born on December 26, 1956, in Lewis County, West Virginia. Her first name “Merry” was thoughtfully chosen to reflect the joy she brought to her parents at Christmas. She was the beloved daughter of the late James Lee Weese and Emma Harris Weese. Merry was preceded in deat...

Ursula Charlotte (Batz) Smith received her new body in heaven on December 31, 2025, in the Stonehaven Home while under the care of West Virginia Caring Hospice. She was born on October 15, 1946, in Schweinfurt Germany. Ursula came to United States upon marrying her first husband the late Roger Lee “Smitty” Smith a US Army Sgt. Here they would grow a loving family. Their children Sandra S. Smith-Davis (Patrick) and George E. Smith (Amber) Ursula was a lover of people and would help anyon...

Mary Katherine DeMicco, born September 10, 1939, passed away peacefully, on December 31, 2025 surrounded by family and love. She was the beloved daughter of the late Rose Romano and Peter Romano and a loving sister to her brother Joe Romano and sister Diana Romano. She was preceded in death by her sister Judy Romano. Mary met the love of her life, Anthony DeMicco, in 1955, and they were married on September 29, 1958. Together, they shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and dedication to ...

Mr. Gavin Lee Kittle, age 26 years a resident of Belington, WV departed this life Tuesday evening December 30, 2025 at his home following a period of declining health. He was born on April 7, 1999 at Elkins, WV, a son of the late Chad Jacob Kittle and Amy Wirtz Prichard, who survives in Fairmont. He had never married. In addition to his mother, he is survived by two brothers; Dylan Shane Kittle of Belington and Jarrett Prichard of Fairmont, his paternal grandmother; Linda Jean Kittle of...

Ronald Eugene Alfred, age 84, of Buckhannon, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. He was born in Covington, VA on March 18, 1941, a son of the late Eddie Ray Alfred, Sr. and Beatrice Smith Alfred. He was united in marriage on November 20, 1960, to Angela F. Morris Alfred, who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Jasper R. Alfred and wife Kedron of Buckhannon; two granddaughters: Tiffany Kahari and fiancé Duval Thomas and ...

Elaine Grace Eckes, age 68, of Crawford, WV, passed away on December 30, 2025, at Clarksburg Healthcare Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Elaine was born on December 30, 1957, in Weston, WV, daughter of the late Elmer Post Eckes and Mary Ruth Lantz Eckes. She was a 1976 graduate of Lewis County High School. Throughout her working years, Elaine was employed at several local glass cutting shops, worked at the Paxar Label Factory, and later served her community as a Certified Nu...

Donzel “Donnie” Gainer Wease, 68, of Jane Lew, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025. Donnie was born in Clarksburg on September 17, 1957, a son of the late Donzel Bennett Wease and Emma Louise Gainer Wease. On March 20, 1992, Donnie married the love of his life, Tamela “Tammy” Collen Snopps. He missed Tammy dearly after her passing on June 11, 2011. In addition to his parents and wife, Donnie was preceded in death by his daughter, Chasidy Dawn Wilburn; and three siblings: Th...

Ronald Earl “Ronnie” Grall, Sr., age 83, of Buckhannon, died on Monday, December 29, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He was born in Glen Dale, WV on December 13, 1942, a son of the late Frank Earl and Eleanor Delores Gray Grall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, David Lee Grall: three brothers, and one sister. He was united in marriage on August 30, 1961, to Helen Mae Darrah Grall who survives. He is also survived by one daughter, Amber Slovak of Buckhannon; fou...

Russell “Russ” Smith, 68, of Morgantown, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 29th, 2025. He graduated from Valley High School in 1975. Shortly afterwards, he served in the Military. Russ was a remarkable man whose life was defined by brilliance, creativity, devotion, and love. A master electrician and highly skilled electronic and electrical engineer, Russ possessed a rare genius when it came to electronics, computers, and programming. His mind was sharp and inquisitive...

Virgil Sherwood Moore, a deeply cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on December 28, 2025. Known for his profoundly selfless and caring nature, he leaves behind a legacy of hard work, deep family devotion, and unconditional love. Born to his mother, Dorothy Helen Grogg Powell, and father, Gerald Moore, on March 24, 1943, Virgil endured a challenging childhood. However, he refused to let those early years define him; he found peac...