Obituaries
Judith Anne Kozee
Jan 4, 2026
Mrs. Judith Anne Kozee (Judy) Obituary
Daphne, Alabama - Judith Anne Kozee (née Taylor), 75, passed away peacefully at her home in Daphne, Alabama, on Jan. 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Judy was born on Dec. 20, 1950, in Mulberry Hollow (Robson), West Virginia, to Thomas Leland Taylor and Mary Helen Jack. She grew up in Fayette...
Carolyn Newhouse
Dec 24, 2025
Carolyn Newhouse
Carolyn Newhouse, 83, of Salem, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at Salem Health and Rehab, Salem, VA. Born November 6, 1942, at Kincaid, WV, she was the daughter of the late Silas Mark and Lily Love Shaeffer Newhouse. Carolyn was a member of the Loop Creek Baptist Church while living at home in West Virginia. She...
Kay Karen Persinger (Smith)
Dec 23, 2025
Kay Karen Persinger (Smith) Obituary
Kay Karen (Smith) Persinger, 77, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 23, 2025, at the Bowers Hospice House. Kay was born on September 20, 1948, the daughter of the late Carlos and Lena Smith. Kay was a secretary at the Division of Rehabilitation. Kay was a member...
Jack Edward Treadway
Dec 22, 2025
Jack Edward Treadway, 79, of Scarbro, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025 in a Charleston hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born May 18, 1946, at Oak Hill, he was the son of the late Earnest Benjamin and Wanda (Brown) Treadway. Jack was a former welder in the coalmines. He attended the Loopcreek Baptist Church and in his leisure,...
David "Apple Dave" Wayne Wriston
Dec 20, 2025
David Wayne "Apple Dave" Wriston Obituary
David Wayne Wriston,60, affectionately known to his family as “Apple Dave,” passed away leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. David most recently resided in Yatesville, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his father, Allen Clayton Wriston; and his beloved great-niece, Stephanie Taylor Wriston. He is survived by his son, Charles...
Jean Maria Breckenridge (Byers)
Dec 20, 2025
Jean Maria Breckenridge (Byers) of Mt. Hope, West Virginia, entered into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, December 20, 2025, following a long and courageous battle with her health. Through God’s mercy, she was healed—free from pain, free from sorrow, and finally at peace.Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Nana and Maurice Breckenridge; her great-grandson, Stetson Scarbrough;...
Rose Marie Woodrum
Dec 19, 2025
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Rose's Obituary
Rose Marie Woodrum, 94, of Princeton, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on December 19, 2025, at Lewis Gale Hospital–Montgomery.
Born on March 11, 1931, in Ansted, West Virginia, Rose lived a long and faithful life marked by devotion to her Savior, her family, and her church. She was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ and served...
Gary Edward Nelson
Dec 15, 2025
Gary Edward Nelson
Gary Edward Nelson was born on January 15, 1943, and passed away peacefully at his son’s home in Fredericksburg VA on December 15, 2025. Gary was a Vietnam-era US Army veteran, who proudly served his country. He spent the majority of his working life in the lumber and home improvement industry, including more than 30 years with Lowe’s,...
Bertha Eloise Burgess
Nov 26, 2025
Bertha Eloise Burgess, 88, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Eloise was born on Backus Mountain, West Virginia, the firstborn daughter of the late Frank and Genevieve (Goddard) McClanahan. She met her husband, Raymond, in Chicago, Il, and moved back to Oak Hill, to be closer to their family. Eloise and Ray had 3 children.Eloise, also known as...
Thomas William Buckland
Nov 26, 2025
Thomas William Buckland, 80, of Fayetteville, West Virginia, passed away, Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, West Virginia. Thomas was born on August 8, 1945, in Oak Hill, West Virginia, to the late Ray William and Lucille Marie Buckland.
Thomas was a carpenter and attended Grace Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death...
Donald "BO" Nichols
Nov 10, 2025
Donald Nichols
Donald Nichols, 94, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025.He was the son of the late Clarence Frederick and Dollie Sue Burgess Nichols. Born on October 15, 1931, in Oak Hill, Donald was one of twelve children and shared an unbreakable bond with his twin brother, Ronald “Penie,” who preceded him in death earlier...
Dinky Lee Davis
Nov 7, 2025
Dinky Lee Davis, 74, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025 at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, West Virginia. Born on May 20, 1951, in Scarbro, West Virginia, Dinky was the son of the late Alexander Lawrence (Dink) Davis and Patricia Jane Davis.Dinky was a proud and successful business owner and mechanic at Davis...
Dot Emogene Morton
Nov 5, 2025
Dot Emogene Morton, 93, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, formerly of Dixie, was called home to Heaven, Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, West Virginia. Dot was born on March 28, 1932, to the late Cecil and Myrtle O’Dell.
Dot was a lover of the outdoors and enjoyed walking the trails in Oak Hill, right up until...
Michael Ray Poole
Nov 3, 2025
Michael Ray Poole
Michael Ray Poole, 68, of Fayetteville passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025 at CAMC Plateau Medical Center in Oak Hill. Born October 17, 1957 in Oak Hill, WV he was the son of the late Iris Lee Cox Poole Fortner. Michael worked in construction and in his leisure he enjoyed shooting pool. Michael was a gentle man...
Barbara Van Thomas
Nov 3, 2025
Barbara Van Thomas
September 19, 1935 – November 3, 2025
Barbara Van Thomas, 90, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, surrounded by all of her children. Born in Fireco, WV, she was the daughter of Romie and Cleo Thompson. Barbara married Bobby “Wheel” Thomas and together they raised four children: David Thomas (Michael Lawson) of Kingsport,...
James Eddy Fitzwater
Oct 28, 2025
James Eddy Fitzwater,70, of Mount Hope, WV, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at home following a courageous battle with cancer, but he never let it get him down. He could still find him outside cutting wood in his garden, in his building, or scouting out hunting spots. Eddy was born on April 14, 1955, in Albany, NY, to the...
Freddie Joe Duncan
Oct 17, 2025
Freddie Joe Duncan Obituary
Freddie Joe Duncan, 74, of Fayetteville, West Virginia, passed away, Friday, October 17, 2025, at his home. Freddie was born on May 2, 1951, in Cross Lanes, West Virginia, to the late Leonard Duncan and Charlotte Gammon. Freddie was a mechanic, owning and operating his own garage. He loved working on cars, especially racing dirt-track. In addition...
Joy Lou (Kidd) Painter
Oct 14, 2025
Joy Lou (Kidd) Painter
Joy Lou Kidd Painter, 78, went home to be with her Lord on October 14, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Lenon and Macel (King) Kidd and the sister of the late Bobby Kidd. Joy graduated from OHHS in 1965. Joy was self-taught in finance and banking and worked for New River Banking & Trust...
William A Davis
Oct 8, 2025
William A. Davis, 74 of Oak Hill passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at his residence.Born February 23, 1951 in Ronceverte, WV to Betty Peters Davis and the late Danny E. Davis.William was a 1969 graduate from Collins High School, he attended the College of Mortuary Science and retired from Tyree Funeral Home in 2009. He attended Calvary Baptist...
Mary Lou Jones
Sep 23, 2025
Mary Lou Jones, 67, of Beckley, West Virginia, passed away, Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Bowers Hospice House following a courageous battle with cancer. Mary Lou was born on February 12, 1958, in Oak Hill, West Virginia to the late Harold and Mary Ann (Talbert) Jones.Mary Lou was a Chiropractors’ Assistant at Dr. Barry Stowers’ Office in Oak Hill, West...
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