OBITUARIES

West Virginia Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas

Geraldine "Sue" Fulks

Geraldine "Sue" Fulks

Sep 30, 2021

Geraldine “Sue” Fulks 64 of Branchland, WV died Thursday September 30, 2021. She was born March 3, 1957 a daughter of the late Geraldine George and her father-in-law Kenneth R. Fulks. She is survived by her husband Kenneth “Eddie” Fulks; her mother-in-law Hazel Fulks; her daughter Julie Matheny; and three grandchildren Chris, Milisha, and Shalina.Funeral service will be 1:00 PM...

Madonna Lea Ball

Madonna Lea Ball

Sep 30, 2021

Madonna Lea Ball was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She went to be with the Lord on September 30, 2021, at the age of 78.Madonna loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a devoted member of Stevens Chapel where she spent many years teaching Vacation Bible School, as well as serving as the church...

Ancel Duane Adkins

Ancel Duane Adkins

Sep 28, 2021

Ancel Duane Adkins, 67, of Sias, WV went to be with the Lord and Savior on Tuesday September 28, 2021. He was born January 17, 1954 in West Hamlin, WV, a son of the late Winford W. and Freditha M. Adkins. He was also preceded in death by his sister Veronda Hildago and his brother Winford G. Adkins. He is...

William Bruce James

William Bruce James

Sep 27, 2021

William Bruce James, 61, of Seth, WV passed away September 27, 2021. He was born January 6, 1960 and was a son of the late Wilbur and Thelma James. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn James; brother Chris James; and sister, Rosemary Guthrie.He loved trains and computers.He is survived by a son,...

Jackie Lee May

Jackie Lee May

Sep 27, 2021

Jackie Lee May, 79, of Joe’s Creek, WV went to his Heavenly home on September 27, 2021. He was a retired coal miner from Big Mountain Coal at Prenter, WV. He was preceded in death by his parents Ethel and Roy May; his loving wife Laura May; siblings Audrey Cooper, Alberta May, Leon May, Helen Lacy and Dennis May. He...

Cohen Michael Justice

Cohen Michael Justice

Sep 27, 2021

Cohen Michael JusticeSeptember 27, 2021 - September 27, 2021- An angel wrote in the book of life on Cohen's date of birth; later that same day, she whispered as she closed the book, "simply too beautiful for Earth". Cohen Michael, the infant son of Nishauna Justice entered this world on September 27th, 2021 at 8:16 a.m. Cohen spent his only...

Robert Alan "Bob" McComas

Robert Alan "Bob" McComas

Sep 27, 2021

Robert Alan “Bob” McComas (known as “Housecat” to his CB buddies) of West Hamlin, WV passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday September 27, 2021 at the age of 56. He was born July 12, 1965, and was a 1983 graduate of Guyan Valley High School. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Marion “Bill” McComas and...

John Eric Weaver

John Eric Weaver

Sep 27, 2021

John Eric Weaver, 57, of Danville, WV went home to be with the Lord on September 26, 2021 after a brave battle with multiple myeloma.John had a rich career of 30 years at the Department of Highways. He was as dedicated to his craft as he was to his family. He found pleasure in life’s simplicities. Whether it was camping,...

Roy Michael Merritt

Roy Michael Merritt

Sep 27, 2021

Roy Michael Merritt, 72, of Branchland, WV died Monday September 27, 2021. He was born May 17, 1949 in West Hamlin, WV, a son of the late Robert and Jannie Hazelett Merritt. He was also preceded in death by a sister Virginia Lynn Merritt. He is survived by his brothers and sister, Roger Merritt (Lynnette), James “Jimbo” Merritt (Belinda), Brenda...

Bonnie Jean Adkins

Bonnie Jean Adkins

Sep 26, 2021

Bonnie (Bunny) Jean Adkins departed our lives peacefully on September 26th, 2021, at Cleveland Metro Area Hospital in Ohio. She will be welcomed in Heaven by her family and friends. Although she has departed our earthly lives, she will never leave our hearts, thoughts, or minds. She was born in Grassy Meadows, WV June 30th, 1932, to Walter and Ann...

Broaddus James Lorrison

Broaddus James Lorrison

Sep 25, 2021

Broaddus James Lorrison, 85, of Madison, WV passed away on Saturday September 25, 2021. He was born on March 29, 1936 in Sandfield, WV.Broaddus was preceded in death by his parents, James and Bonnie Lorrison, a brother, Carl Williams Lorrison, and his eldest son James "Jimmy" Lorrison.He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Annetta Ratliff Lorrison; brother, Ronald...

Johnny Ray Hall

Johnny Ray Hall

Sep 24, 2021

Johnny Ray Hall, 58, of Williams Mountain, WV passed away unexpectedly after a tragic accident at his home on September 24, 2021. He was born on December 23rd, 1962 to Ezra and Carolyn Hall of James Creek, WV.If you ever had the chance to meet him, Johnny was someone who strived to put a smile on your face. He could...

Reba Dene Lucas

Reba Dene Lucas

Sep 23, 2021

Reba Dene Lucas, 88, of Branchland WV died Thursday September 23, 2021. She was born December 22, 1932 a daughter of the late Chalmer and Ada Thompson Lucas. She was a mail sorter for the US Postal service. She is survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will be held Tuesday September 28, 2021 at 1:00 PM...

Brenda Sue Stevens

Brenda Sue Stevens

Sep 22, 2021

Brenda Sue Stevens, 70, of Midkiff, WV went to her heavenly home on Wednesday September 22, 2021 at Welch Community Hospital. She was born in Big Creek of Lincoln County, West Virginia on October 24, 1950. She was the daughter of the late Elbert Cooper and Elsie Bishop Cooper. Also proceeding her in death were her loving husband James “Nit”...

Ronnie Collins

Ronnie Collins

Sep 22, 2021

Ronnie Collins, 54, of Ottawa, WV passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. He was the son of the late Joanne Clark and Jack Clark (stepfather) of Ottawa, WV.Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Susie Davis; three sons, Jonathan (Jessica) Collins, Joseph (Kaitlyn) Collins, and Scott (Brandi) Davis; daughter, Mary (Jordan) White; brother, David (Crystal) Collins; sister,...

Michael Lee Saddler

Michael Lee Saddler

Sep 21, 2021

Michael Lee Saddler, 50 of South Point, OH formally of Hamlin, WV went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday September 21, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father Roger and his brother Jamie.He leaves behind the love of his life, Sunshine, and his baby girl Emma. He also leaves behind his mother Rita and sister and...

Charles H. Lohrenz

Charles H. Lohrenz

Sep 20, 2021

Charles H. Lohrenz 90 of Nellis Wv passed away on September 20th, 2021 of a short illness.Charles was born to Charles Henry and Ann Lohrenz of Liverpool England U.K. on February 18th 1931. He was also preceded in death by son John (Thelma) Marcum. He was a member of the British Military. He retired from Mossberg Firearms. Charles was a...

Kenneth Earl Crum

Kenneth Earl Crum

Sep 20, 2021

Kenneth Earl Crum, born April 10, 1957. Age 64 from Wayne West Virginia passed away on September 20, 2021. He is preceded in death by (father) Roy Crum, (mother) Mary “TOOTS” Crum, (brother) Curtis Roy Crum, (sister) Dorene Hatfield. He is survived by (wife) Patsy Crum, (son) Tyson Baker, also (son) Billy Ramey, (daughter) Brandy Maynard, (grandson) Jayden Ramey, (sister)...

Helen Gaye Parsons

Helen Gaye Parsons

Sep 18, 2021

Helen Gaye Parsons, 81 of Branchland, went to her heavenly home on Saturday September 18, 2021 at her home. She was born in Wayne county on February 16, 1940. She was the daughter of the late Freelin and Inez Simpkins. Also preceding her in death were her husband Karry Parsons; a daughter Carolyn D. Smith; a granddaughter Tonya Smith; a...

Tommy Ray "Buddy" Sutphin

Tommy Ray "Buddy" Sutphin

Sep 17, 2021

Tommy (Buddy) Sutphin 79 of Bigson, WV was peacefully carried into the presence of God, Friday, September 17, 2021 surrounded by family singing him home after a short illness. He was born Sunday, July 25, 1942 in Madison, WV to the late Raymond and Julia Hill Sutphin.In addition to his parents, his wife Shirley, brothers, Lowell, Rodney and David, sisters,...