Barbara Louise Boykie, 77, of Elkins, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Cortland Acres Nursing Home in Thomas, WV. Born in Grafton on May 17, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Chester L. and Helen Hoover Newcome. Barbara was a proud graduate of Grafton High School, Class of 1966. She dedicated many years of her life as an Accountant for the Vietnam Veterans of America Foundation, serving with quiet commitment and a deep sense of purpose. Barbara found joy in life...

Beverly Patty Wallace, 60, of Bluefield, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, under the compassionate care of Crestview Manor Healthcare Center. Beverly was born in Bluefield on October 28, 1965, a daughter of George Thomas Smith and the late Jessie Lee Louthan Smith. In addition to her mother, Beverly was preceded in death by her son, Jeremy Wallace. Forever cherishing their memories of Beverly are her son, Brandon Smith of Orlando, WV; two siblings: Peggy Wright and Georg...

Sandra “Bubble” Lee Carpenter, 64, of Jane Lew, passed on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital in Weston. Sandra was born in Weston on July 6, 1961, a daughter of the late Billy Grey Mick and Linda Kay Rapp Mick. On April 4, 1980, she married the love of her life, Richard Todd Carpenter. Together they shared 35 wonderful years of marriage before his passing in 2015. Forever cherishing their memories of Bubbles are her two children: Whittney Ca...

Linda Gale James, 64, of Weston, WV peacefully went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Born on October 20, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Oran Sprouse and Wilma Clem-Sprouse. Linda was united in marriage on August 23, 1978, to her loving husband of 47 years, Ernest Linn James, who will miss her dearly. Cherishing their memories of Linda are her husband, Ernest, daughters, Donna James and companion, Robert Tomaro of Weston and Amanda Queen of Jane Lew, gra...

Mr. Garry H. Regester, age 97 years, a resident of Buckhannon, WV, departed this life peacefully surrounded by his loving family Saturday evening, November 22, 2025, at the home of his daughter. Death was following a brief period of declining health. He was born on October 24, 1928 at Hall, WV in Upshur County, a son of the late Henry David and Annie Suder Regester. He was united in marriage on November 10, 1948 at Buckhannon to the former Sylvia Lanham, who preceded him in death on May 7,...

Darrel R. Norris, age 87, a resident of Philippi, entered his heavenly home peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at his grandson’s home, Derek Norris while under the care of WVU Hospice following an extended illness. Mr. Norris was born on October 29, 1938, a son to the late Harold Norris, and Mary (Farris) Norris. Darrel joined hands in marriage to the former Genevive Newman who preceded him in death. He leaves behind three grandsons who he loved and c...

Virginia Ruth Adams, 83, of Monongah, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born September 25, 1942, in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Edward William and Mildred Moss LeVay—a spirited, caring woman whose warmth touched every life she encountered. Virginia’s greatest joy in life was her family. She is lovingly survived by her three children: Paul Adams (Sharon) of Savannah, GA; Vincent Adams (Bobbie) of A...

With profound sadness and enduring love, we announce the passing of Sonny Bailey, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, and friend, who left this world peacefully at home on Friday, November 21, 2025, surrounded by the family he so deeply cherished. Sonny faced his battle with ALS with remarkable courage and unwavering grace, inspiring everyone blessed enough to know him. Born on October 12, 1965, in Clarksburg, Sonny was the son of Delberta Ruth Powell Wilfong (John) of Flemington ...

Shawn Robert Trader,61, of Nutter Fort, WV, peacefully passed in his sleep at his home on Friday, November 21, 2025. He had been battling an aggressive form of cancer for several months. Shawn was born in Clarksburg on April 13, 1964, the only son of Clyde R. Trader and Norma (Bagwell) Trader Romesburg. In addition to his parents Shawn was preceded in death by his grandparents: Raymond and Edna Trader and Thomas and Mary Bagwell. Shawn is survived by his long-time girlfriend Mic...

Joseph “Matt” Matthew Fortier, 77, of Clarksburg, WV, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at United Hospital Center. Born in Takoma Park, MD, he was a son of the late Billie Jean Williams Fortier. Matt graduated from Central Senior High School and got his degree at Fairmont State University. He was a gifted multi-sport athlete whose dedication and drive left a lasting legacy at Fairmont State. A three-time WVIAC wrestling champion from 1968–1970 and a four-year letterwin...