OBITUARIES
West Virginia Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas
Patricia Ann Mooney
Jul 19, 2025
Patricia Ann “Trish” Mooney, 70, of Costa, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 19th, at her home surrounded by her family and fur babies.
Trish was a devoted Christian who deeply loved the Lord. She was a member of Moring Star house of prayer for many years. Along with her faith, her family was her life. Her...
Norman Ray Hill Sr.
Jul 18, 2025
Reverend Norman Ray Hill Sr., 81, of Foster, WV passed away on July 18, 2025 at home. He was born at this home, married his wife of 62 years at this home, and passed away peacefully at this home, which is what he wanted.
He was a faithful servant to God and ministered in his younger years. He is rejoicing in...
Patsy Joan (Jarrell) Coon
Jul 18, 2025
Patsy Joan Coon, aged 90, of Madison, WV, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobbie L. Coon; her parents, Marvin and Gladys Jarrell; her brothers, Reginald, Elwood, Delan, and Robert (Grundy) Jarrell; and sister, Norma Jean Justice.
A retired beautician, she was also a member...
Thomas Ray Barnett
Jul 17, 2025
Thomas Ray Barnett, 74, of Danville, WV, passed away on July 17, 2025, at Thomas Memorial Hospital after a long illness. He was born on November 30, 1950, to the late Woodrow and Jennie Barnett.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Michael Barnett and David Barnett, both of Danville, WV; and sisters Alice Miller,...
Genevieve Edna Nelson
Jul 16, 2025
Genevieve Nelson, born July 20, 1940, passed away on July 16, 2025, 4 days shy of her 85th birthday.
She was the daughter of Don Nelson Sr. and Della Miller Nelson. She was also a lifetime member of Olive Branch Baptist Church in Turtle Creek, WV. Many of the church members were like family to her. Genevieve lived at home with...
William Larry Davis
Jul 14, 2025
William Larry Davis, 74, of Branchland, WV passed away July 14, 2025 at St. Marys Medical Center after a long Battle with ALS. He was born January 7, 1951 to the late Mary Etta Davis. He is also preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Leanza Davis, brother, Gary Lee Davis and very special grandson, Tylar James Davis. He...
Montgomery Elmo "Tony" Doss
Jul 13, 2025
Montgomery E. “Tony” Doss, 86, went to his Heavenly home to be with Jesus at 6:45 a.m. Sunday morning, July 13, 2025, from his earthly home in Danville, WV after a long illness.
Tony was born on November 15, 1938 to the late Victor Lee and Rhema Hager Doss in Madison, WV, and was a 1957 graduate of Scott High School....
Coleen Jarrell
Jul 11, 2025
Coleen Jarrell, 78, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025.
Coleen was born in 1946 in Omar, WV. She was a member of Jarrell Valley Church and Mount Hope Church.
Preceding her in death is her husband, Delmer Jarrell, and family members Jimmy Vance and Kendall Vance.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Margie Smith of Leroy, WV, Virginia Anderson of Sandyville,...
Arthur William Gallagher Sr.
Jul 9, 2025
Arthur William Gallagher Sr., 78, of Hewett, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. Born June 29, 1947, in Hartford CT, he was the son of the late Joseph Gallagher and Dorothy, and stepson of Peter Lorenzo Pagano. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Margaret Gallagher; daughter,...
Michael Newton Cook
Jul 8, 2025
Michael Newton Cook, Sr., 63, of Madison WV passed away Tuesday July 8, 2025.
A graveside service will be held 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Memory Gardens, Madison, WV.
Carolyn Sue Adkins
Jul 6, 2025
Carolyn Sue (Skeens) Adkins, 77, of Springfield, OH, formally of Branchland, WV, passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, July 6, 2025, after a long illness.
Carolyn was born on January 22, 1948, to the daughter of Edward and Verlena Skeens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Robert...
Paul Raymond Schultz Jr.
Jul 6, 2025
Paul Raymond Schultz, Jr., 71, of Griffithsville, WV, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025.
He was born in 1954 to the late Paul and Mary Schultz.
Left to cherish Paul's memory are his sons Tony Hager (Christie Lovejoy) and Kevin Hager (Tiffani); daughter Paula Smith (Rusty Mullins); grandchildren James Smith, Jacob Smith, Anthony Hager, Devin Hager, Andy Hager; great-grandchild Gavin Roberts; and...
James Edgar Drake
Jul 5, 2025
James Edgar “Jimmy” Drake, 78, of Madison, passed into the great beyond on July 5, 2025. He was born on November 24, 1946, in Madison, WV, to the late Paul and Margaret (Butcher) Drake. Jimmy loved soul music, WVU football, and the Cleveland Browns. He attended Scott High School, entered the U.S. Army at a young age, and proudly served...
George Leslie Jeffers
Jul 5, 2025
George Leslie Jeffers “Porky”, 50, of West Hamlin, WV entered the presence of the Lord on July 5, 2025. A devoted follower of Christ, a loving husband, father, and “pap pap”. Porky was born on February 26, 1975, to Joetta Porter & Richard Jeffers. He was deeply in love with his wife, Carey Jeffers, “Shug” or “Carebear”, from the moment...
Jackie Earl Terherst
Jul 5, 2025
Jackie Earl Terherst (69) of South Charleston WV went to heaven on July 5th 2025 after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Twin Falls, Idaho on August 8th 1955 to Carl (shorty) and Kathern Terherst. After high school Jackie went on to work in the Coal Industry where he stayed for many years. He married and raised...
Jerry Vanhoose
Jul 4, 2025
Jerry VanHoose, 79, of Rock Creek gained true independence from this world on July 4, 2025 - Independence Day.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Myrtle, as well as his siblings, Bill VanHoose and JoAnn Mitchell. Additionally, his baby girl, Jerri Paulette, who opened her eyes in Heaven, passed before him many years ago.
Jerry worked for thirty-one...
Terry Lee "Buddo" Legg
Jul 3, 2025
With heavy hearts and great sorrow we announce the passing of Terry Lee “Buddo” Legg Sr., who left this world on July 3, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on July 30, 1964, Buddo was a man known for his heart—almost as big as his head (and that was saying something). His humor, generosity, and unwavering love for his...
Steve Allen Shreve
Jul 2, 2025
Steve Allen Shreve, 68, of Danville, WV went to be home with the Lord on July 2, 2025, after a long illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents Bob and Nancy Shreve; son Robert; infant daughter Stephanie; and sister Diane Bryant.
He is survived by his loving wife Doreen; daughters Mary (Tom) Hager of Charleston WV and Heather (JR.) Walters...
Sharon Ann Peak
Jun 28, 2025
Sharon Ann Peak, 83, of Sharples, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, at Charleston Area Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 22, 1941, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Earl and Virginia Crawley,
Sharon lived a life filled with kindness, compassion, and an unwavering love for animals, especially her beloved cats.
Sharon devoted many years as a...
Kenith L. Thompson
Jun 25, 2025
Kenith (Kenny) L. Thompson, 61, of Spruce Laurel, passed away June 25, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his partner of 28 years, Annette Sutphin, who he loved dearly, his father, Sidney Thompson, and his mother, Evelyn Louise Dillon, and many aunts and uncles.
Those left to treasure his memory are his son, Mark (Markie) Mayse; his pet dog, White Streak;...
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