OBITUARIES
West Virginia Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas
Homer Clifton Whitman
May 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Homer Clifton Whitman
September 19, 1937 – May 17, 2025
Homer C. Whitman, 87, born and raised in Peach Creek, WV, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior.
After starting a family and serving time in the Army, he moved to Huntington, WV, residing there for over 40 years. After retiring from Inco, him and his wife then...
Kyle Grover Miller
May 13, 2025
Kyle Grover Miller, 57, of Gordon WV passed away May 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents; Joy and Virginia Ramey and Bethel and Martha Miller; father Kenneth Ray Miller, son Morgan Miller and Logan Miller nephew
He is survived by his wife Victoria Miller; mother Marie Miller; children Mathew(Jami) Miller, Joshua (Shelly) Teasley, Brittany (Cameron) Frecks, Jeremy McCreary...
Connie Gale Harmon
May 12, 2025
In loving memory of Connie Gale Harmon
June 9, 1960 – May 12, 2025
It is with profound sadness, but with hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Connie Gale Harmon, a devoted mother, cherished friend, and a beautiful soul who touched the lives of so many.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Lena Harmon;...
Myra Ann Johnston
May 11, 2025
Myra Ann Johnston
December 21, 1978 - May 11, 2025
Myra Ann Johnston, 46 of Hamlin WV passed away on Sunday May 11, 2025, at St. Marys Medical Center. She was born on December 21, 1978, in Point Pleasant WV. Myra was employed by LCOC in Hamlin, WV and enjoyed taking care of her patients. Myra is survived by her Best Friend...
Donna Kay Campbell
May 9, 2025
Donna was a thoughtful, sweet, and kind soul who never hesitated to help anyone in need. Her compassionate spirit touched countless lives along her journey, leaving a legacy of love, kindness, and inspiration. While recognition was never her goal, Donna’s humility, unwavering dedication, having a servant heart, and quiet strength made her shine in everything she did.
She was a devoted...
Boyd Gene Wiley
May 8, 2025
Boyd Gene Wiley, age 84 passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his residence in Interlachen, Florida.
Gene was born in Wayne County, West Virginia on January 9, 1941, to the late Ransom and Mayme Wiley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Lorene Wiley, his daughter, Edith Faye Wiley-Dalton, and his brother, Ronald...
Tabatha Sue Thomas
May 6, 2025
Tabatha Sue Thomas, 45, of Gordon, WV died unexpectedly at home on May 6th, 2025. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Eugene and Darcas McCormick. Father, Raymond Perry Sr, brother, Raymond Perry Jr., and her granddaughter who was named after her, Lainey Sue Thomas and three uncles, Howard, Teddy and Danny McCormick.
She is survived by her mother and...
Frances Arbell Kincaid
May 6, 2025
Frances Arbell Kincaid, 101, born February 2, 1924, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 peacefully at home with her loved ones by her side.
Frances was born to the late David and Lenora (Goodwin) Tawney. She was six out of nine children. She was born and raised in Boone County.
Frances married in October 1946. She and Alvin raised three children. Family...
Betty Marie Woodruff Bell
May 3, 2025
Betty Marie Woodruff Bell, 74, of Madison, WV passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025, after a long illness. She was born on November 24, 1950, in Omar, WV. A daughter of the late David Lee Woodruff, Sr. and Geraldine (Ball) Woodruff, Betty was a 1968 graduate of Scott High School and was a member of the Order of the Eastern...
Lennon May Smerecansky
Apr 29, 2025
Lennon May Smerecansky received her glorified body on April 29th, 2025. She was born on October 18th of 2024. The happiest day of her parents life.
Lennon was the happiest baby to ever grace this earth. She loved everyone she met and greeted them with a smile. She was sure to notice your outfit if you had a pretty print on....
William Miller
Apr 28, 2025
Mr. William Miller 78 of Danville, WV was born May 10, 1946 at Hewet, WV a son of the late Mason E. and Reba Johnson Miller. He departed this life on Monday April 28, 2025 at Thomas Memorial Medical Center at South Charleston, WV.
He is survived by 2 children, 9 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and several brothers and sisters.
A private...
James "Beetle" Kenneth Breedlove
Apr 24, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Kenneth Breedlove, a devoted father, respected coal truck driver, and pillar of strength, who passed away on Thursday, April 24th, 2025 at the age of 60. James, or Beetle, as most knew him, spent much of his life on the road, hauling coal across winding backroads and steep...
Geraldine Ruth Mills
Apr 22, 2025
Geraldine "Gerri" Ruth Mills, 85, of Salt rock, WV was welcomed to heaven on April 22, 2025. She was born on August 16, 1939, in Branchland, WV to the late James Hartley Brunty and Jessie Porter Brunty. Gerri was a dedicated homemaker and supporter to her husband Ronald Mills and two sons, Mark A (Dianna) Mills of Lavalette, WV and...
Baylea Nevada Bower
Apr 20, 2025
Baylea Nevada Craig Bower, 24, of Bloomingrose, West Virginia, passed away Easter morning, Sunday, April 20th, 2025. She was born on the 19th of July, in the year 2000.
Baylea loved her husband, Caleb Bower, more than anything. He was the love of her life. She loved Caleb, and her family, more than anything. She loved every baby and animal she...
Sherry Diane Bender
Apr 18, 2025
Sherry Diane Jarrell Bender, 74, passed away April 18, 2025.
Sherry left this world to join our Lord in Heaven on this Good Friday. She was a faithful Christian who attended many years at Olive Branch Baptist Church.
She joined in Heaven her late husband, Kermit H. Bender, her parents, Oril Dewayne & Janice Sue Jarrell, her little brother Robert Dewayne Jarrell...
Betty Lou Hiles
Apr 18, 2025
Betty Lou Hiles, 79, passed away April 18, 2025.
Graveside services for Betty will be held at 2:00 p.m., April 21, 2025 at Boone Memorial Park in Madison, WV.
Christine Ann Toppings
Apr 17, 2025
Christine Ann Toppings, 78, of Midkiff, WV died Thursday April 17, 2025. She was born June 2, 1946 in Holden, WV, a daughter of the late Lewis Marcum and Shirley Richards. She is also preceded in death by brothers, Donald Marcum, Connell Marcum, Darrell Marcum, Virgil Starr; sisters, Eleanor Damion and Shirlene Living.
She is survived by her husband Wayne Toppings,...
Dawn Angela Hope Baldwin
Apr 15, 2025
Dawn Angela Hope Baldwin, 59, of Jeffrey, WV, passed away April 15, 2025.
Dawn was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Kortash.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister Valerie Knell and step-granddaughter Kenzi Pyles.
Left to cherish Dawn’s memory is her beloved husband Stan Baldwin; daughter Angela Kortash; step-children Stephanie Pyles and Brian Baldwin;...
John Clinton Runyon
Apr 15, 2025
John Clinton Runyon, 83, of Ripley, formerly of Hewett, departed this life on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at home following a short illness.
He was born on May 26, 1941 at Hewett, W to the late Marion Hook and Gredice Ball Runyon.
He was also preceded in death by brothers Franklin, Charles, and Paul Gene and his sister, Clarice.
He was a member...
Macks Ray Lilly
Apr 13, 2025
Macks Ray Lilly, 89, of Spurlockville, WV, closed his eyes and peacefully entered into his eternal rest with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 13, 2025.
He was the son of the late Cecil William Lilly and Lucy Mae Arnold Lilly. Macks was a faithful servant of God for many years. He traveled far and wide to preach the...
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