OBITUARIES
West Virginia Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas
Peggy Lucy Harvey
Feb 2, 2020
Peggy Lucy Harvey, 71, of Greenwood, WV passed away into the arms of Jesus on February 2, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband Allen Dale Harvey. She was a devout Christian and a member of Pond Fork Baptist Church.She was a hairdresser for 20 years with a host of close friends and relatives.She was a loving wife...
Jimmy Franklin Brammer
Jan 31, 2020
Jimmy Franklin Brammer, 84, of Madison, WV, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 31, 2020 at CAMC Hospital.Jim was born to the late Clyde and Eva Wagner Brammer on October 5, 1935 in Arvilla, WV. He was one of seven siblings that grew up in St. Mary’s, WV. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1953. Following high school,...
Lorena Hicks
Jan 27, 2020
Lorena “Patsy” Hicks of Gordon passed away January 27, 2020 in Charleston Memorial Hospital after a short illness.She was born December 15, 1937 to Levi Kidwell and Alice Shumate and was a lifelong resident of Boone County, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband James Hicks; daughter Rebecca Ball; sisters Nannie Linville, Phoebe Linville, and Fairy Jarrell;...
Sharon Kay Kessler Ritter
Jan 27, 2020
Sharon Kay (Kessler) Ritter, 71, of Greenview, WV, died on January 27, 2020. She was a wife, mother, typist, bank teller, florist, Christian, and an all-around wonderful, well-loved woman.She is survived by her husband Chuck; daughter April Ritter (Rick Justice); son Charles Ritter Jr. (Heather); granddaughters Shari and Victoria Adkins; grandsons Fletcher and Finnegan Ritter; sister Polly Thomas of Georgia;...
Elijah Ryan Pickens
Jan 26, 2020
Our little angel who now walks with Jesus, Elijah Ryan Pickens was born on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 2:45 a.m. to parents Dustin and Alissa Pickens at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV.He weighed 14.6oz. and was 10 ½ inches long. Baby Eli was stillborn looking as peaceful as possible. He was baptized by his Godparents, Pastors Ryan and...
Jonathan Edward Porter
Jan 25, 2020
Jonathan Edward Porter, 46, of Branchland, WV, left this earth for his peaceful, heavenly home on January 25, 2020. Jonathan was born to George and Karen Porter on February 23, 1973. He graduated from Guyan Valley High school in 1991 as valedictorian of his class. Jonathan graduated summa cum laude from Marshall University earning his B.A in English in 1995...
Rufus Watts
Jan 25, 2020
Rufus Watts Jr., 75, of Glenwood, WV died Saturday January 25, 2020. He was born May 20, 1944 in Harts, WV, a son of the late Rufus Watts Sr. and Rhoda Ann Clark Watts. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Eddie and Alvie and a sister, Ally. He is survived by his wife, Norma Byrnside Watts; children,...
Dr. John Beaumont Walden
Jan 23, 2020
Dr. John Beaumont Walden, son of Dr. George Washington Walden and Mauna Fae Walden, dedicated his 76 years on earth to medical education, humanitarian efforts, and living each day to its fullest. A gifted orator and man of considerable wit, John attended some of the finest learning institutions including University of Virginia, West Virginia University School of Medicine, Gorgas U.S....
Walter Edward White
Jan 18, 2020
Walter Edward White, 83, of Hamlin, WV passed away Saturday January 18, 2020 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington. He was born May 19, 1936 in West Hamlin to the late Edward and Linda Avis (Lucas) White. He took great pride in his service to his country and community. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and spent...
Ronald Lee Hanning
Jan 18, 2020
RONALD LEE HANNING, 81, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away at 9:03 p.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky. He was a retired executive and a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Ron was born on October 19, 1938 in Macomb, Illinois to Bernard Hanning and Genevieve (Friday) Hanning. Ron graduated from Macomb Senior High School...
Mamie Ball
Jan 18, 2020
Mamie Ball, 91, of Gordon, WV passed away January 18, 2020 after a long illness. Born January 16, 1929, she was preceded in death by her husband Willie Ball; sons, Jerry and Dean Ball; grandson, Mark Ball; father Lomer Cook; brother, Buster Cook; sisters, Delcie Osborne, Joy Legg and Ruby Atkins.She is survived by her children, Danny Ball, Alta Gay...
Bernice Faye Pauley
Jan 17, 2020
Bernice Faye Pauley, 88, years old passed away Friday, January 17, 2020 at Hillcrest Health Care Center, Danville after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She lived most of her life in South Charleston. Surviving are her two sisters, Jenny (Billy) White of Bim, WV and Nancy (Bill) Pauley of Madison, WV.Many thanks go out to Hillcrest Health Care and Hospice...
Bobby Peters
Jan 17, 2020
Bobby Peters, 85, of Drawdy passed peacefully and went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 17, 2020 at home after a long illness. He was born on September 22, 1934, the son of the late Clarence and Gaye Peters. He was preceded in death by his infant granddaughter, Emily Rae, and his sisters, Dorothy Christian, Sue Meadows,...
Joshua Andrew "Josh" Mitchell
Jan 16, 2020
Joshua Andrew “Josh” Mitchell, 35, of Madison, WV left this earth January 16, 2020. He was born April 26, 1984 at Boone Memorial Hospital. He was the son of Charles “Buck” and Grace Ann Mitchell. Josh attended Scott High School as a member of the class of 2002 and later earned his GED. Josh enjoyed hunting and fishing throughout his...
Archie Troy Williams
Jan 15, 2020
Archie Troy Williams, 84, of Twilight, WV passed away January 15, 2020.He was born February 23, 1935 and was the son of the late Howard and Pauline Bailey Williams. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law Estel Eskins; and half-sister Elva (Workman) Webb.Archie was a hard worker and helped people. He said he thought...
Barbara "Barb" Harmon-Ray
Jan 13, 2020
Barbara “Barb” Harmon-Ray, 56, of Danville went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 13, 2020. She was born on June 23, 1963 in Baltimore, Maryland. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew C. Booz and Martha Yvonne (Bell) Booz. She was also preceded in death by her beloved neighbor Clara “Naomi” Sizemore-Woods.She...
Jacqueline Joanne Handley Hall
Jan 12, 2020
Jacqueline Joanne (Handley) Hall, 78, of Hamlin was taken by angels to her infant daughter, Anita Joy Hall on January 12, 2020. In addition to her daughter she was preceded in death by her parents, Ira Sr. and Arguerite (White) Handley; her in-laws, Eurskel and Juanita (Browning) Hall; and her daughter-in-law, Deborah Ruth (Adkins) Hall.She is survived by her husband...
Alex Benjamin Perdue
Jan 11, 2020
Alex Benjamin Perdue, age 14, left footprints on our hearts on Saturday, January 11, 2020.Alex was born on June 2, 2005 at Women’s and Children Hospital in Charleston, WV to parents Patrick Benjamin “Ben” and Dema Rae Perdue. Alex was known for his love of hunting and sports. Alex was always happy to help anyone and did so with a...
Lori Sue Evans
Jan 8, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lori Sue Evans on January 8th, 2020. Lori was born March 30, 1963, the daughter of the late Fred and Sue Evans. She was a loving mother, a wonderful friend, and a hard worker. She dedicated her life to caring for others. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her...
Ronal D. Hall
Jan 7, 2020
On January 7, 2020, our precious loved one, Ronal D. Hall, 71, of Van, WV and Concord, NC went home to be with his Lord and Savior. Ronal was a member of the Gordon Union Church of Gordon, WV and New Grace Baptist Church of Concord, NC. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran, having served two tours of duty. Ronal...
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