Dorothea Ann Oref passed away peacefully at her home in Philippi, on December 20, 2018; 87 years to the day in which she came into this world. Born in Wheeling, WV, Dorothea, known as “Dort” by her family and friends, worked as a wife and mother, girl scout leader and cub scout den mother, and was instrumental in the organization of the community recycling and the food share co-op in Green Bank. A devout naturalist, Dort spent many a day with her family (berry buckets around their necks) tr...

Beverlee Rae Linger, 69, of Fairmont (formerly of Weston) passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 in Woodlands Assisted Living of Worthington, WV following an extended illness. She was born in Weston on February 24, 1949: daughter of the late William D. Chapman and Violet (Nicholas) Chapman. Ms. Linger is survived by one son: James William Linger, III and wife Missy of Fairmont, one brother: Bill Chapman of Rehoboth, Delaware and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, B...

Sharon Rose Harper, 76, of Weston WV, passed away December 19, 2018 in the comfort of her own home, surrounded by loving family and in the compassionate care of WVU Hospice. She was born in Buckhannon, WV on November 9, 1942 to Clyde and Fay Eskew Crites. Sharon is now reunited in Heaven with her parents and husband Forrest Gregory Harper. Fond memories will forever be held with one daughter, Janet Cutright and husband, Bruce, of Jane Lew; one grandson, Blade Cutright of Weston; one ...

Kathleen Cleavenger, 93, passed away in Buckhannon on the night of December 19th. Kathleen, one of seven children born to Philip and Arzilla Walls, was a fixture in her family, many of whom referred to her lovingly as Aunt Kate. She was born on September 22, 1925 in Gladesville, WV. Aunt Kate leaves more friends and relatives than can be named, but who include grandchildren Becca Spence Dobias and Sadie Spence, great-grandchildren Jonas and Josie Spence Dobias, nephews Carl Walls, Nick Masi...

Darwin Glen Feather, 89, of Bruceton Mills (Cuzzart community), WV, passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2018, at his home. The youngest son of the late Joseph Czalmon and Lavina Pearl Groves Feather, he was born March 14, 1929 in Cuzzart, WV. Glen was a school bus driver in Preston County for 34 years and worked at construction during the summer. He was also a farmer and had cows until he was 85 years of age. An avid fisherman and hunter, he shot his last deer at age 87....

Charles Lee “Charlie Brown” Rogers, 65, of Mt. Clare, WV, passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, at the United Hospital Center. He was born in Clarksburg, WV, on January 4, 1953, a son of the late Mary Elizabeth Eavenson Rogers and Ronald H. Rogers of Mt. Clare. He is survived by his loving wife Dorena Jan Carlin Rogers, who resides at their home in Mt. Clare; one son, Shane Lee Rogers and wife Ashley of Mt. Clare; two brothers, Robin H. Rogers and Rodney H. Rogers, both...

V. Pauline Harsh Phillips, 84, of Parsons, passed from this life Tuesday, December 18, 2018, at home. She had been in her usual health and death was unexpected. Vera was born Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Parsons, a daughter of the late Eve Harsh Jones. During January of 1955, she married Denver James Phillips who preceded her in death on September 18, 2011. Also left to cherish Pauline’s memory are three daughters, Margaret Daughtery and husband, Thomas of Mt. Airy, MD, Susan Belinko an...

Richard Dennis “Denny” Lewis, 83, of Edgewood Drive Weston passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born in Buckhannon on October 21, 1935: son of the late Richard “Dick” Lewis and Creola (Mullenix) Lewis. On June 17, 2000, he married Ellen M. (McLaughlin) Lewis, who survives. In addition to his parents, Denny was preceded in death by his first wife, Susie (Lamb) Lewis, one granddaughter: Karina Calv...

Carole R. Martin, 73, of Lost Creek, WV, passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at the Salem Genesis Center. She was born in Harrison County on June 12, 1945, a daughter of the late Paul and Helen (Bell) George. In addition to her parents Carole was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Martin Sr. in 2013 and six siblings: John George, Sonny George, Virginia Hutson, Joanne Smith, Betty George, and Lenora Martin. Carole is survived by three children: Paula Stutler and husband Ed...

Nelson Maynard McClure, 75 of Salem passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at his residence. He was born September 6, 1943 in Sedalia, WV, son of the late Charles McClure and Violet Davis McClure Davisson. Nelson graduated from Doddridge County High School and served our country in the United States Air Force. He was a heavy equipment operator most of his life working with his father and brother when he first started. His hobbies include riding motorcycles and helping his brother in...