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Ann Frances Stamper Dodrill 1959 — 2024 Ann F. Dodrill 64, of Teays Valley, WV passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, WV. Ann was born to Gretna Burns Michels on December 30, 1959 in Charleston, WV. She was a beach lover who volunteered and supported humane societies across the country and was an excellent artist. She was a child at heart and loved to visit Disney. Ann is survived by her mother, Gretna Michels; husband: Dennis R. Dodrill; sons: Brandon Dodrill and Dylan (Makenzie) Dodrill; granddaughter: Myla Dodrill; and her Pomeranian, Lulu. Funeral Service for Ann will be 2:00pm Friday July 19, 2024 at Chapman Funeral Home Hurricane, WV. Friends may visit the family an...

James R. Thomas 2024 James "Denver" R. Thomas, 79, of Kenna went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 9, 2024 at Jackson General Hospital. Denver was born August 1, 1944 at Kenna, a son of the late James W. and Clarsey (Kelly) Thomas. He was a mechanic by trade and loved to work on all types of machinery and equipment. He also enjoyed farming. Denver will be remembered as a good Christian man who was a good husband and father and absolutely adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Denver attended church at the Allens Fork Community Church and was a trustee, deacon and class leader. He also attended church at Goshen Baptist Church. Denver is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Thelma (White)...

Dayneze Gail Bishop 2024 Dayneze Gail Bishop, 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep July 8, 2024 at Magnolia Assisted Living in Hurricane. She was born September 11, 1935 in War Eagle, WV to Homer and Tessie Stone. She was one of 13 children. She was a long-time member of Rock Lake Presbyterian Church in South Charleston. In her late teens, Dayneze was crowned as Miss Gilbert, WV. She was beautiful inside as well as on the outside. Day was very active serving in her church and community. In her younger days she could be seen riding her bicycle delivering Avon in Rock Lake Village, generously lending a hand to neighbors and was a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader. She loved cooking and baking for her family and...

William J. Robinson, Jr. 1950 — 2024 William J. "Jimmy" Robinson, Jr.'s love of life did not come to an end with his death. On July 7, 2024, Jimmy passed away at the age of 74 surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his love of life by living their lives to the fullest. His battle with COPD in recent years showed his courage in facing life's challenges with a smile. Despite the serious difficulties he endured he stayed strong until the end. Jimmy was born on April 18, 1950. After graduating from Charleston High in 1968, he married the love of his life, Susan Lynn "Susie" Lively. Their marriage lasted over 46 years, ending when Susie passed in 2015. Together, they had two children: Billy and Kelly. Not long after...

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Marc Christopher Harpold 1966 — 2024 58, of South Charleston, WV went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 5, 2024, at WVU Medicine, Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown. He was born in Charleston to Sarah Jane Harpold and the late William Ronald Harpold. He was preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Harpold by one year and 3 days. Marc was an employee for the Salvation Army with 20 years of service where he developed special friendships. He also worked and lived in St. Augustine, FL and was a former instructor at Nautilus in Charleston. He attended St. John's Episcopal Church in Charleston when he was younger. He was a graduate of Dunbar High School and Marshall University. Leaving behind to cherish his memories are his...

James Allen Bias 1960 — 2024 63, of St. Albans, West Virginia passed away on July 5, 2024. He was born in South Charleston, West Virginia on July 31, 1960. He is preceded in death by his father, Opie Preston Bias and Step father, Don Carr Sr. Jim is survived by the love of his life, Kitty Bias; mother, Anna Bias Carr; sisters, Deborah Johnson (Rick), Patti Wageman (Duane), and Janet Collins; step-son, Kenny Layne; step-grandchildren, Kaylee and Alex Layne; step-brothers, Donnie Carr, Walt Carr and Tom Carr; several nieces and nephews; his cat, Durt; and many other extended family and friends. He graduated from St. Albans High School in 1978, served as a Sargent in the United States Air Force, and earned an...

Teresa Louise Boggess Turano 2024 Teresa Louise Boggess Turano, 62, passed away on July 4, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. Over the years, Teresa worked in various roles with Charleston Area Medical Center, Federal Black Lung, and Casci. She was a loving mother and wife who spent her life taking care of her family. Teresa was a graduate of Nitro High School (Class of 1979). She is preceded in death by her father, Thomas Boggess. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, William Turano (South Charleston, WV), daughter, Samantha Shahan (South Charleston, WV), stepson, William Turano (Oklahoma City, OK), three grandchildren, mother, Carolyn Boggess (Anchorage, AK), sisters, Sherry Tumulty (Shady Side, MD)...

Mickey Wayne Hager 1956 — 2024 68, of Mammoth passed away July 3, 2024 at CAMC Memorial Hospital following a long illness. He was a retired coal miner. Preceding him in death were his daughter, Crystal Hager; brothers, Ricky, Nicky and Barry Hager; sisters, Tina Young, Barbara Estep and parents, Fleetwood and Iris Halstead Hager. Surviving are the love of his life, Icie Hager; sons, David Merrill (Nikki) of Cedar Grove, Howard Hager (Marsha) of Charleston; daughter, Amanda Briles (Brian) of Shrewsbury; brothers, Jimmy Hager (Terri) and Kimmey Hager (Cheryl); sister, Jennifer Harper (Larry), Angie Wilkins all of Nellis; twelve grandchildren; three great grandchildren and fur baby, Trixie. In keeping with Mickey's final...

Theodore Paul Traube 1935 — 2024 88, of St. Albans went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 1, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Queen Shoals, West Virginia to the late Ernest and Kathleen Martha Graham Traub. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Joe Roche; sisters, Helen Sutton and Betty Tawney; brother, Alfred "Eddie" Traub and infant sister, Debra Lynn Traub. Ted was retired from Union Carbide Corp. He was a member and Elder at Highlawn Presbyterian Church, St. Albans and a graduate of Clay County High School. He was a US Air Force Veteran serving at the end of the Korean War. Surviving is his wife of 66 years, Marilyn "Lyn" DuFrane Traube; daughter, Lynda Roche (Stephen); sons, Kevin Traube (Jane)...

Lakin C. Cummings 2024 Lakin Coolidge "Peck" Cummings, 98, of Spencer, went to his heavenly home on June 30, 2024. He was born January 29, 1926, on Green Creek in Roane County. He was the son of the late Benjamin Harrison Cummings and Una Della Jones Cummings. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gatha Romine Cummings; son, Paul; infant daughter, Doris; brother, Gerald; sister, Elsie; infant brother, Elvin; brother-in-law, Kenna Romine; nephews, Danny Cummings and Jerry Romine; and niece, Julie Raines Bays. Survivors include children: Alice (Frank) Tefft of Walker, WV, Joyce (Steve) Rogers of Reedy,Lois (Bobby) Dent of Spencer, Karen Botkins of Asheville, NC and...

Sherman Franklin Pettry, Sr. 1951 — 2024 Sherman F. Pettry, Sr., 73 of Kopperston, WV, went home to his Heavenly Father on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Raleigh Center, Daniels, WV He was born May 11, 1951, in Charleston and was the son of the late Sherman M. And Gladys Mae Bailey Pettry. Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Darlene R. Pettry, twin daughters, Nikki and Mikki Pettry and a brother, Charles "Eddie" Pettry. Sherman was a 1971 graduate of East Bank High School. While in high school, he worked as a paperboy and also substitute custodian for Kanawha County Schools. He retired from Dominion Energy after many years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family, and close friends. His...

Donald Carson Nichols, Sr. 1937 — 2024 87, of Charleston passed away June 28, 2024 at Hubbard Hospice House from an extended fight with cancer. He was a retired control room operator at FMC with 39 years of service and was a member of the United States Air Force. Donald was a member of the Rand First Church of the Nazarene, an avid trout fisherman and loved spending time with his wife, kids and grandkids. Preceding him in death were his first wife, Helen Ruth Starcher Nichols and her family; five brothers and five sisters. Surviving are his loving and devoted wife of 44 years, Anna Holdren Nichols; children, Donald C. Nichols Jr. and Barbara of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Lara Fauver and Geoff of London, Ohio, Sean Nichols and...

Richard F. 'Shep' Shepherd 1933 — 2024 On Friday, June 28, Richard F. "Shep" Shepherd, 90, of Dry Branch, left this world for his heavenly home and "the bright and shining river" where he will meet us "some sweet day". Richard was born on December 20, 1933, in Vinton, VA, and graduated from Moneta High School in 1951. In 1952, he graduated from Phillips Business College and moved to West Virginia to begin a remarkable career characterized by dedication and expertise. He started working for Truax-Traer/Oglebay Norton Coal Companies, which later became part of BethEnergy (Bethlehem Steel). After 38 years of distinguished service in the accounting department, he retired early to avoid being transferred to Pennsylvania. He...

Barbara Jean Cooper 1936 — 2024 88, of Charleston passed away June 28, 2024 at CAMC HospiceCare following a short illness. She was a homemaker and attended the Sharon Church of God. Barbara was a loving mother and grandmother. Preceding her in death were her husband, Charles Layton Cooper; son, Richard Cooper; granddaughter, Angela Cooper and daughter-in-law, Debra Cooper. Surviving are her son, Charles Layton Cooper II (Carolyn) of Shrewsbury; brother, Bill Omeara of Dry Branch; grandchildren, Jenifer McKnight (Jeremy), Matthew Cooper (Stephanie), Amanda Cochran (Bobby) and great-grandchildren, Kayli Cochran, Evelyn Cochran, Cadence Cochran and Beau McKnight. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, July 1,...

Wilson, North Carolina Gregory Lee Galperin 1964 — 2024 Gregory Lee Galperin, born on August 30, 1964 (59) of Charleston, WV, passed away on June 27, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family and per Greg's request there will not be any funeral services. Greg was preceded in death by his daughter, Sarah Galperin; grandson, Rylan James; father, Si Galperin, and his stepfather, David Riter. Greg is survived by his loving wife of thirty-seven years, Lisa Galperin; daughter, Samantha Gibbs and husband, David of Atlanta, Georgia and his grandchildren, Tia, Kaylynn and Charlie Gibbs; mother, Rose Riter of Huntington, West Virginia; brother, Stephen Galperin and wife, Beth of Candia, New Hampshire; brother-in-law, D. Lee Beard and wife, Andi...

Hurricane, West Virginia Gerald Ervin Simmons 1936 — 2024 Gerald "Gerry" Ervin Simmons 88, of Hurricane, WV passed away on Wednesday June 26, 2024. Gerry was born on January 24, 1936 in Wallback, WV where he spent his youth working on the family farm. He was a kind man who valued his Christian faith and his family more than anything. Gerry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Barbara Wilson Simmons; daughters: Nancy Simmons and Alicia (James) Martin of Hurricane, WV; son, Lee (Julie) Simmons of Frankton, IN; and grandchildren: Steven (Korinna) Larson, Wesley (Paige) Larson, Adam Martin, Sarah Martin, Leah Martin, Ellie Simmons, and Levi Simmons. He is also survived by brothers: Deward "Evans" Stalnaker, Andrew Jackson Stalnaker and Charles...

Mary Emma Steele 1942 — 2024 82, of Diamond passed away June 26, 2024 at CAMC Memorial Hospital. She was a retired LPN and a member of Diamond United Methodist Church. Preceding her in death were her husband, Willard Lee Steele; parents, Jesse M. and Ruth Board Brumfield and grandson, Nickolas Smith. Surviving are her children, Bill and Wendy Steele of Spanaway, Washington, Teresa (Shane) Smith of Winifrede and Patricia (Brandon) Whaples of Nitro; brother, William (Lois) Brumfield of Palm Bay, Florida; grandchildren who were the apple of her eye, Tanya Hogan and Raechelle Steele both of Spanaway, Washington, Autumn Smith of Winifrede, Stephanie Snyder of Guntersville, Alabama, Kattie Black of Cross Lanes, Malissie...

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