Dale Watkins Massey, 67, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Veteran’s Facility from a cardiac arrest and an extended illness. Dale was born on December 17, 1957 in Ogden, Weber County, Utah to Glenn and Marian Massey. At age 11, he moved with his family to Phoenix Arizona. Dale graduated from Camelback High School where he was active in Scouting, Drama, and Sports. Following High School Dale served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-d...

Delouris Joan Vandergrift passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, in Bridgeport, WV, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Granville, WV, on April 16, 1934, to Everett Roy Sigley and Rita Maxine Ennis Sigley, both of whom preceded her in death. Joan was a cherished member of her family, which mourns her passing but also celebrates her rich and fruitful life. Growing up in West Virginia, Joan was fortunate to be embraced by a loving family. Her journey took her from the nurt...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Lee Mayfield (1952 – 2025) who passed away unexpectedly while enjoying a last breakfast with his brother, Terry. Jim had a long, rewarding career driving for FedEx. He was an excellent mechanic with a passion for rebuilding classic cars, which he would enter successfully into car shows. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending time outdoors working on his property. He was happiest in his garage or sitting beside his love,...

Hansel Ray “Hank” Means, 77, of Clarksburg, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at United Hospital Center. Born on January 21, 1948, in Fairmont and grew up in the Northview area of Clarksburg. Hank was the son of the late Chester “Chet” Ray and Juanita Lee Shuman Means. Hank graduated from Victory High School, Class of 1967, and went on to earn his Associate’s Degree from Fairmont State College. He proudly served six years in the A...

Juanita Jo Ratliff, 63, of Clarksburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Morgantown. Born on October 28, 1962, she was the beloved daughter of the late John W. Ratliff, Jr. and Patricia Gillispe Ratliff. Juanita’s gentle spirit, kind heart, and warm smile touched everyone who had the blessing of knowing her. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished by her brothers, John Ratliff III of Kimberly, WV, and Gary Wayne Ratliff, who will hold her memory close in thei...

Patty Sue Bragg, 78, of Orlando, WV, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 2, 1947, to parents Henry and Pauline Conrad. Patty was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jerry Bragg, and daughter Wanda Bender. Patty worked in the Braxton County Clerk's Office as a Deputy Clerk for over 40 years. She found enjoyment in gardening and her flowers. She liked any occasion that allowed her to host and care for her family and...

Sharon “Sherri” Lenore Coleman Nelson, 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep Nov. 5, 2025. She was born July 3, 1937, the daughter of the late Shirley Berry Wells and James Brownie “J.B.” Coleman, in Charleston, West Virginia. Sherri grew up in South Charleston and graduated from South Charleston High School. She attended Capital City Commercial College and the McHenry School of Modeling. She was a member of the social sorority Beta Sigma Phi when she and her family lived in Kingwood ...

Mary “Bert” Dean, age 83, of Buckhannon, WV, died Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at WVU Medicine United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. She was born December 3, 1941, in Buckhannon, a daughter of the late Alpha and Elsie Moats Zickefoose. Surviving are four daughters Darlene Turner and husband Joe of Buckhannon, Debra Tenney and husband Edd of French Creek, WV, Twila Wight and husband Steve of Ozark, AL, and Robin Tenney and husband Randy of Buckhannon; one brother, Leon Zickefoose of Hacker...

Stanley E. Mullins, age 80, of Buckhannon, WV, died Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon. He was born September 22, 1945, in Buckhannon, a son of the late Bradford Eugene and Hazel Maude Gaunt Mullens. On June 25, 1978, he married Lucy Mae Miller who survives. Also surviving are one son, Douglas Mullins and wife Tracy of Bridgeport, WV; three daughters, Michelle Reed of Buckhannon, Melissa Mullins of Atlanta, GA and Stephanie Loudin of Buckhannon; one...

Melissa Ann Patterson, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the age of 19 with complications from diabetes. Melissa was born in Weston, West Virginia, on September 13, 2006. From a young age, she demonstrated a remarkable capacity for compassion, consistently putting the happiness of others before her own. Her selflessness and genuine concern for those around her endeared her to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Melissa was a res...