Joyce Ann Simmons, 71, of Clarksburg, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 17, 2025, at her residence. She was born on July 2, 1954, in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of the late Glen Winemiller and Barbara Cartwright. She now reunites with the love of her life, her husband, Lawrence “Butch” Herbert Simmons, who preceded her in death. Joyce lived a life defined by compassion, strength, and a heart that never stopped giving. For more than 27 years, she devoted herself to caring for other...

Ralph "Steven" Halewa, 68, of Brandywine, WV, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 17, 2025, at the Clarksburg Veterans Nursing Facility. Born in Kingston, NY, he was a son of the late Isaac Halewa and Jacqueline Schoonmaker Halewa. Steven graduated from Montevideo High School and went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army as a Construction Surveyor. His integrity and sense of duty were evident in all aspects of his life. For many years, he applied his craftsmanship as a self-empl...

Thomas Edward “Tom” Linger, 85, of Romney, WV, died on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at his home. Tom was born on January 16, 1940, in Buckhannon, WV, the son of the late Robert H. Linger and Lilly Mable Hoffman. Tom was a veteran in the United States Army for 24 years working in the Medical Corps with duties related to Behavioral Sciences. During his years on active-duty Tom dedicated much of his off-duty time completing his bachelor’s degree in psychology, to then attending local univer...

Adam McCord, age, 48, a resident of Flemington, WV., passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at his residence he had been in declining health however his passing was unexpected. He was born into this life in Philippi on September 20, 1977, the youngest child of Frances Marie (Cain) McCord of Galloway, and the late Walter Roscoe McCord. A loving husband to his wife, the former Charlene Alice Criss, they were married on June 19, 2010, he was a steadfast partner, supporting her through l...

Aleta Marie Hess, 67, of Worthington, passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 16, 2025. She was born June 8, 1958 in Fairmont, a daughter of the late Carl and Annalee Monroe Harris. She is survived by her husband, Robert Hess, whom she married August 6, 1977. She is also survived by her daughter, Melissa “Mitzie” and Scotty Williams and their children, Hunter and Alexis; and her son, Jeremy and Ashley Hess and their children, Brayden and Vivian; as well as her beloved fur babies, Coco and...

Shirley Ruth Jackson Sharp, 84, a resident of Elkins, passed from this life Sunday, November 16, 2025, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport. Shirley was born Monday, May 5, 1941, in Marlinton, a daughter of the late Lawrence Jackson and Pearl Hannah Jackson. Left to cherish Shirley’s memory are three children, David Sharp wife Annie, Randy Sharp and wife Shawna, Robert Channell and wife April, grandchildren, Wanda and Ronnie Mallow, Dereka Petrice and husband Tim, Amy Parks and h...

November 16, 2025, Keith Alan Armstrong, peacefully at home, lost his battle with cancer. Keith lived his entire life in Mill Creek, born January 30th, 1956. The son of the late Charles Clinton “Bob” Armstrong, and the late Lendal Mae Scott Armstrong. Keith leaves behind his wife, the love of his life B. Gail Lewis Armstrong, his daughter Mandy Daniels and husband Travis. His son Juston Armstrong and wife Angie. Keith also leaves behind 7 grandchildren; Coy Daniels, Collin Daniels and ...

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Wendy Dawn Lovegreen, a loving mother, stepmother and grandmother. Wendy passed on Sunday November 16, 2025, at her home. She was 55 years old. Wendy’s kindness and compassion will forever live on in the hearts of her family. Wendy had a generous soul, always willing to help those in need. Wendy’s affection and warmth touched the lives of many, and she will be deeply missed by those who had the privilege of knowing her. Wendy...

Martha L. Griffith, 80, of Clarksburg, passed away at her home on Saturday, November 15, 2025. She was born on March 8, 1945 in Clarksburg, a daughter of the late Cleophus “Boots” Grimes and Mary Frush Grimes. She is survived by two sons, James Griffith and wife Lisa of Clarksburg and Robert Griffith and wife Dawn of Clarksburg; three grandchildren, Jonathan R. Griffith, Rachel Elizabeth Griffith, Cheyla Breaun Pitts and fiancée John Leftwich; two siblings, Gary Allen Grimes and wife Joan...

Richard “Rick” Lee Evans, 73, of Bridgeport passed away on Saturday November 15, 2025. He was born in Wheeling son of the late Heyward and Eleanor (Herbert) Evans. Rick was a machinist at the former Blaw Knox and then retired from Washington Tool & Machine. He was a “super” WV fan, enjoyed playing poker with his friends and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter, Melissa (Chuck) Och; sister, Cynthia (Hoddy) Brautigan; grandchildren, Che...