OBITUARIES

West Virginia Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas

Larry David Hager

Larry David Hager

Aug 12, 2024

Larry David Hager, 48, of Greenview, WV passed away on August 12, 2024 at his home due to unknown causes.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Larry D. Hager; his grandparents; and an uncle.

Larry was born December 1, 1975 in Logan, WV. He came to live with his dad, Larry D. Hager and grandparents at the age of 8...

Lurla Diann McClure

Lurla Diann McClure

Aug 11, 2024

Lurla Diann McClure, 73, of Morrisvale, WV was born October 7, 1950 went home to be with the Lord on August 11, 2024 at CAMC.

She was a homemaker until her children were grown. Then she worked at Gabriel’s and Sams Club, where she enjoyed seeing old friends and making new friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Henry...

Anna Lea Smith

Anna Lea Smith

Aug 9, 2024

Anna Lea Smith, 93, of Spurlockville, WV passed away August 9, 2024.

She was a homemaker and a member of Maple Hill Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Oral and Dona Stone Clark; her husband, Don Smith; siblings, Harold, Jean, Ralph, Tommy, Ronnie, JoAnn, and Infant Clark.

Surviving are children, Danny Smith (Rita) of Naples, Florida, Doug W. Smith...

Mary Jo Barto

Mary Jo Barto

Aug 7, 2024

Mary Jo Barto, 75, of Danville WV passed away on August 7, 2024.

She is preceded by her parents Gazie and Marie Barto.

She is survived by her sister Melinda Canterbury; nephew Raymond Canterbury, who she raised and made her home with him.

A service will be held at a later date at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Cody Phillip Smith

Cody Phillip Smith

Aug 7, 2024

Cody Phillip Smith, 15, of Missouri Fork Road, Hewett, WV passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. He was born November 20, 2008 to Sarah Bishop and Jason Smith.

He was preceded in death by his mother Sarah Bishop; and by his paternal grandmother Catherine Smith.

Cody was an avid outdoorsman and animal lover. He was excited about starting Scott High...

Jack Perry Browning

Jack Perry Browning

Aug 4, 2024

Jack Perry Browning of Hamlin entered into eternal rest on August 4, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born, January 15, 1947, he was the son of Perry and Lena Browning and a lifelong resident of Hamlin where he graduated from high school. He also attended Huntington business school, receiving an accounting degree, working at various local companies and eventually retiring...

Anthony Daniel Adkins

Anthony Daniel Adkins

Aug 1, 2024

Anthony Daniel Adkins, 49, of Branchland, WV died Thursday, August 1, 2024. He was born May 25, 1975 in West Hamlin, WV, a son of Raymond Jarrell and Betty Jane Adkins. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Neal Adkins; and a sister-in-law Lucy Adkins.

Additional survivors include a brother Raymond “RJ” Adkins Jr.; a sister Marcie Holton and...

Elizabeth M. Dolin

Elizabeth M. Dolin

Jul 30, 2024

Our beloved mother Elizabeth "Betty" M. Dolin of Foster, WV earned her wings on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Harmony at Southridge in Charleston, WV. She was born April 6, 1930 and was the daughter of the late Otto O. and Elizabeth (Lizzy) Vandelinde Miller of Madison, WV.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Martin Dolin, Jr.; her...

Sylvia Arlene (May) Turner

Sylvia Arlene (May) Turner

Jul 27, 2024

Sylvia Arlene (May) Turner, 82, went home to be with our Lord on July 27, 2024 in Stockton, Missouri, originally from Lick Creek, WV. She graduated from Scott High School in 1959.

Arlene was preceded in death by her son Jim Brown; parents Arvil and Lola May; brothers Carl May and Woodrow May. 

She is survived by her son, Dale Brown of...

Irene Mann

Irene Mann

Jul 27, 2024

Irene Mann, 95, of Ronceverte, WV passed away July 27, 2024. She loved her son Franklin that she cared for her whole life and she passed with her family by her side: Carolyn, Polly, Christine, Dolly and Franklin.

She was born September 11, 1928 in Twilight, WV, a daughter of the late Tolbert and Paulina Green. She was preceded in death...

Violet Marie Leist

Violet Marie Leist

Jul 24, 2024

Violet “Marie” Kopsolias Leist, age 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at her home where she was surrounded by her family. She resided in Huntington, WV, with her daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and James, who had taken care of her for four years with the help of their daughter, Emilee. She...

Patsy Setser

Patsy Setser

Jul 18, 2024

Patsy Wooten Setser of Wharton passed away at her home on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the age of 83. Psalms 118:24, “This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” II Timoth 4:7, “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” Patsy was...

Belva Mae Smith

Belva Mae Smith

Jul 18, 2024

Belva Mae Smith, 99, of Branchland WV. Born May 5, 1925, went home to be with the lord on July 18, 2024, at home. She left five generations behind with many wonderful memories. 

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 21, 2024 at McGhee - Handley Funeral Home in West Hamlin, WV, with a visitation one hour prior. Burial will follow...

Linda Kaye Cook

Linda Kaye Cook

Jul 14, 2024

Linda “Kaye” Cook, 73, a resident of Blair, WV departed this life on July 14, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones.

Kaye was born mid-June of 1951 to the late Bobby and Audrey Nelson of Missouri Fork, WV. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Lee Cook whom she loved, and he loved her...

Charley Rollins

Charley Rollins

Jul 13, 2024

Charley Ray Rollins, 85 of Chapmanville, WV passed into the arms of Jesus, July 13, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born January 30, 1939, he was preceded in death by his parents, Fred & Virgie Rollins, son Timmy Rollins, brothers Frank “Dee” Rollins, James Rollins. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 66 years Janet...

Karen Lee Yates

Karen Lee Yates

Jul 12, 2024

Karen Yates, 70, of Danville, WV died July 12, 2024 surrounded by family. 

She was born to the late Howard and Betty Berry of Mud River. Karen is also preceded in death by her first husband Floyd Arthur; siblings Jimmy, Kevin, and Larry Berry all of Mud River; and stepson Bobby Yates.

Karen is survived by her husband Donald Yates of Madison;...

Pamela Sue Harper

Pamela Sue Harper

Jul 8, 2024

Pamela Sue Thompson Harper, 73, of Madison, WV, dearly loved mother, nannie, sister, and aunt, departed this world on July 8, 2024. 

She was born on October 26, 1950 to Clyde and Ivory Gunnoe Thompson. She was preceded in death by her husband Larry Harper; parents Clyde and Ivory Gunnoe Thompson; brothers Jack Thompson, Allen Thompson, Jerry Thompson, Richard Thompson and...

Joy Gale Ball

Joy Gale Ball

Jul 2, 2024

Joy Gale Ball, 79, of Hewett, WV gained her wings on July 2, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.

She was born August 13, 1944 in Hewett to the late Leslie Clifford and Sylvia Macil (Hager) Ball. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Dean Ball; sisters, Flora Dot (Dottie) Gibson, Cloanna Raines and Linda Ferrell;...

Bennie Ray Triplett

Bennie Ray Triplett

Jul 2, 2024

Bennie Ray "Huff" Triplett, 87, of Branchland, West Virginia, passed away on July 1, 2024 at his home. Born on February 15, 1937, in Branchland, he was a lifelong resident of the area.

Bennie was a respected master welder, whose extensive knowledge benefited many in the younger generation. His life work began in his teen years at Donahue Brothers Pipeline, he...

Deborah Lynn Setser

Deborah Lynn Setser

Jul 1, 2024

Deborah Lynn Setser, 68, of Gordon WV, died on July 1st, 2024, at Thomas Hospice, South Charleston, WV from a battle against Cancer. She was born November 30th, 1955, in Madison WV to Lorena ''Patsy'' Hicks and Leonard Setser, of Gordon WV. She was an Underground Coal Miner for 22 years. Debbie had a way with people She could make...