Obituaries
Edward T Kiliany
Jul 4, 2026
Edward T. Kiliany, 83, of Fayetteville, West Virginia, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Bowers Hospice House. After a long battle of multiple illnesses, he is now at peace. He was born on February 2, 1943, in Rochester, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Edward B. and Irene (Secosky) Kiliany.
After graduating from Youngstown University with dual degrees in...
Carrie Evelyn Wood
Jul 3, 2026
Carrie Evelyn Wood, 96, affectionately known as Evelyn, and longtime resident of Oak Hill, WV went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 3, 2026. She was born on August 29, 1929, in Glen Rogers, West Virginia. She lived there until the age of six, when her family moved to Fairdale, West Virginia. Evelyn graduated from...
Joy Yvonne (Hamilton) Thomas
Jun 27, 2026
With deep love and profound respect, we celebrate the life of Joy Yvonne (Hamilton) Thomas, who passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on June 27, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on October 27, 1935, Joy lived a life defined by faith, devotion, and a steadfast commitment to caring for others. Her servant’s heart was evident in...
Michael “Mickey” Neff
Jun 21, 2026
Michael Neff, 67, was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away in his home on June 21, 2026. He was born on September 24, 1958, in Oak Hill, West Virginia to Mary and Garland Neff.
He is preceded in death by his father, Garland Neff; his mother, Mary Bryant; and many of his brothers and sisters.
He is survived by...
Carol Marie Bibb Dick
Jun 20, 2026
It is with deepest sorrow and much love, that we announce the passing of Carol Marie Bibb Dick, 81, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Conway Medical Center. Carol was born on August 18, 1944, in Minden, West Virginia, to the late Dorothy Louise Persinger Bibb and John Anderson Bibb Sr.
My mom was the strongest...
Tommy Lee Dean
Jun 19, 2026
Tommy Lee Dean
In Loving Memory of Tommy Lee Dean Tommy Lee Dean, 42, of Germantown, Maryland, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026.
Tommy was born on October 11, 1983, in Evanston, Illinois, to his mother, Kathryn Dean, and his father, James Dean.
He worked as a construction welder and was known for his hardworking nature and kind heart.
He was preceded in...
Charles Leon Simmons
Jun 12, 2026
Charles Leon Simmons, 73, of Jacksonville, North Carolina, passed away, Friday, June 12, 2026, at his home.
Charles was born on June 24, 1952, in Scarbro, West Virginia, to the late Jams W. Simmons Sr. and Joyce Simmons.
Charles was a retired logistics specialist, NCO, with the rank of Tech Sergeant, proudly serving in the United States Air Force.
After his retirement from...
Robert W Johns
Jun 10, 2026
Robert W. Johns, 81, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away June 10, 2026. Bob was born on October 29, 1944, in Nuttallburg, West Virginia, to the late Emogene Johns.
Bob was a coal miner at Shinnston, and was a veteran serving as a Sergeant in the Army at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
Bob’s favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing, and reading.
In addition to...
Pastor William Ray Skeldon
Jun 10, 2026
Obituary
Pastor William Ray Skeldon, Distinguished Mountaineer, 96 years old, of Oak Hill passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Hidden Valley Nursing Home in Oak Hill.
Born Decemeber 25, 1929 in Toledo, Ohio he was the son of the late William Jesse Skeldon and Gladys Fern Latham Skeldon.
From 1956 until 2015 "Bill" pastored seven congregations in 3 different states the...
Melodie Angelique (Powers) Conley
May 31, 2026
Melodie Angelique (Powers) Conley, 54, of Cunard, West Virginia, passed away May 31, 2026, in her home unexpectedly. Born on February 4, 1972, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of the late Mary Catherine (Fagg) Powers and Burley Franklin Powers Jr.
Melodie was preceded in death by her son, Brandon Conley; her best friend, Kimberly Bowles; and many other...
Wanda Jean Watkins
May 20, 2026
Wanda Jean Watkins, 77, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away on May 20, 2026, at her residence with her loving family by her side.
Born May 1, 1949, in Lochgelly, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Edna Robinson.
Wanda worked in the Fayette County school system for years, she enjoyed helping others, especially special needs children...
Larry Allen Rinehart
May 14, 2026
Larry Allen Rinehart
Larry Allen Rinehart, 78, of Mount Hope, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley. Born July 20, 1947, at Kincaid, he was the son of the late Chester and Mable (Nine) Rinehart. Larry was a 1966 graduate of Collins High School and a graduate from WV Tech with an Associate's Degree. He as...
Lori Rae Snelling
May 11, 2026
Lori Rae Snelling, age 67, went to be with the Lord on May 11, 2026.
Lori was born on May 10, 1959 in Newtown Square, PA. She was predeceased by her mother, Rose Marie Camiglia, her stepfather, Pete Caniglia and her father, Louis Raymond Snelling, III. She graduated Conestoga High School in 1976. She then attended Elizabethtown College where she graduated...
Debra "Debbie" Jones Andrews
May 5, 2026
Debra “Debbie” Jones Andrews 8-1-1960 Sunrise 5-5-26 Sunset
In the afternoon of Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Debra “Debbie” Jones Andrews went to her heavenly home.
After a long, courageous fight with chronic lung disease, Debbie’s natural body grew tired. We rejoice in knowing there is no more pain or suffering, for she received her healing on the other side.
“He will wipe every...
James Dale McGraw
May 4, 2026
James Dale McGraw
Mr. James Dale McGraw, age 90, of Fayetteville passed away May 4, 2026 at CAMC-Memorial. Born in Ansted, WV , he was a son of the late .William James McGraw and Dessie Bragg McGraw. Dale retired from Alloy metals and was a member and past commander of American Legion Post 149. He was also a member of the...
Janet Louise Ward
May 2, 2026
Janet Louise Ward, 86, of Oak Hill, WV, passed away peacefully at her home on May 2, 2026. Born on May 4, 1939, in Minden, WV, Janet was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose life was defined by devotion to her family, her faith, and her community.
A graduate of Oak Hill High School (Class of 1958), Janet was...
Gregory Lew Fernett
May 2, 2026
Gregory Lew Fernett, 63, of Fayetteville passed away suddenly Saturday, May 2nd.Greg was a lifelong resident of Fayette County, where he was currently serving as County Commissioner. He was widely known, well loved, and intensely proud of the people in his (vast) circle of friends and associates, volunteering much of his time to participate in various athletic programs as coach,...
John Franklin Hindson III
Apr 29, 2026
John Franklin Hindson III
John Franklin "Frank" Hindson III, age 75, of Fayetteville, husband of Diane Carney Hindson, passed away on April 29, 2026 at Charleston Area Medical Center.
Born in Oak Hill, WV he was the son of the late John Hindson II and Verna Hindson. Frank was a graduate of Beckley College and owned and operated Hindson Insurance for Nationwide...
Patricia Mooney
Apr 25, 2026
Patricia Mooney, 88, originally from Scarbro, West Virginia, passed away, Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Rolling Hills Care Center in Catoosa, Oklahoma. Patricia was born in Scarbro, West Virginia, on May 8, 1937, to the late Lundy and Edith Marie Ford.
Patricia was a CNA at several nursing homes in West Virginia and Oklahoma before she retired. She enjoyed going to...
Terri Floyd Cornell
Apr 24, 2026
Obituary
Terri Floyd Cornell, age 70 of Mount Hope, WV, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, April 24, 2026, following a long, courageous battle with cancer.
Born April 17, 1956 in Holden, WV, she was the daughter of the late Pastor George Donald and Mary Rose Adkins Floyd.
Terri attended the Bradley Freewill Baptist Church and loved her pastor, Mike....
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