Obituaries

Sep 8, 2019

Phillip Edward Nelson, 69, of Holden, WV, was born September 19, 1949, at Logan, WV, a son of Mildred Daisey “Midge” Phillips Nelson of Chapmanville and the late Carl Edward Nelson. He departed this life on Sunday, September 8, 2019, at his residence. Phil was a former self-employed coal operator and a Veteran of the US Air Force. Phil was...

Aug 27, 2019

Johnny Lee Evans, 62 of Whitman, WV went to be with the Lord Tuesday August 27, 2019 at Cabell Huntington Hospital with family at his side. He was born September 29, 1956 to the late James “Jim Bob” Sr. and Geraldine Evans. His favorite pastime was attending his home church, New Day Worship Center and he loved bowling at Plaza...

Aug 18, 2019

John Paul Nelson Sr., 86 of Mt. Gay, WV departed this life Sunday, August 18, 2019 at his home. He was born October 8, 1932 at Mt. Gay to the late Fred and Emma Nelson. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by four sisters, Ethel, Ruby, Molly, and Virginia; and one brother, Wetzel Nelson. John...

Aug 17, 2019

Louella Dempsey, 81 of Logan went to be with the Lord Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Trinity Healthcare Services of Logan. She was born December 12, 1937 at Logan to the late Mose and Rebecca Dempsey. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by 4 sisters, Eva Freeman, Ann Dempsey, Elsie Kiser, and Rosie Dempsey. She...

Aug 15, 2019

Ellen Dillo Gibson, 93 of Wilkinson passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019 at her home with her loved ones by her side. She was born March 24, 1926 on Lowe’s Mountain to the late Maudie and Lewis Dillo. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Alvie Gibson; son, David Lee...

Aug 11, 2019

Donald R. Bush, 80 of Whitman, WV departed this life Sunday, August 11, 2019 at Grayson’s Assisted Living at Huntington, WV. He was born April 19, 1939 at Micco, WV to the late Raymond and Mira Mullins Bush. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by 3 sisters, Violet Sheppard, Joetta Smith, and Sue Bush; 2...

Aug 7, 2019

On Wednesday, August 7, 2019, Rachel Loraine Hall McCallister loving mother of 3, was called home at the age of 26. Born October 3, 1992 in Hamilton Ohio to William and Darlene (Liming) Hall. Rachel attended Huntington High School and was most recently employed at Wendy's. In October of 2016 Rachel married her best friend and childhood sweetheart Brian McCallister....

Aug 4, 2019

Alex G. Maynard, 52 of Mt. Gay went home to be with the Lord Sunday, August 4, 2019 at Cornerstone Hospital of Huntington. He was born June 21, 1967 at Logan to the late Clyde and Chloe Crittenden Maynard. Alex was a tire technician and worked for GCR for 33 years. He was most recently employed with Appalachian Tire. He...

Aug 3, 2019

Shirley Hairston Gordon, affectionately known as ‛Mama Shirl’ was born on November 24, 1947 in Logan, WV to the late Mr. John Henry Hairston and the late Mrs. Dorothy L. Hairston. On Saturday, August 3, 2019, Mama Shirl heardthe voice of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ call her name to move into her heavenly mansion. She hastened to his...

Aug 2, 2019

Aug 2, 2019

Linda Jean (Lockhart) Sexton of Crestview, FL went to be with the Lord August 2, 2019. She was born November 6, 1953 in Mingo County, WV to the late Rev. Clay and Phyllis (Lee) Lockhart. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Michael Baxley; grandmother, Jane Lee; three brothers, Clayton Lockhart, Michael Lockhart,...

Aug 1, 2019

Ralph Keith Fleming, 63, of Crooked Creek, WV, went to be the Lord Thursday, August 1st, 2019, after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his mother, Laveda McNeely Fleming, his wife Connie Balentine Fleming, and his grandson Ryan Keith Fleming. Ralph was an equipment operator for Massey Energy for 16 years. He was a...

Jul 26, 2019

Donald Lloyd Marcum Jr., 46 of Logan, WV departed this life Friday July 26, 2019 at Logan Regional Medical Center. He was born August 26, 1972 to the late Donald Lloyd Marcum Sr. and Eva Gay Marcum. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by: two sisters, Brenda (Joe) Adams, and Darlene (Jim) Gibson. Donald enjoyed...

Jul 24, 2019

Jerry Edwin McNeely of Cross Lanes, WV, born July 27, 1941 in Crooked Creek, Logan, WV to Floyd McNeely and Ruth E. Whittman McNeely, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. Jerry served in the United States military from 1963-1965 being stationed in Germany, Italy, France, and Switzerland. He retired from his position as a Body...

Jul 16, 2019

Lisa Crum Procopio, 56, went to be with the Lord Tuesday July 16, 2019 suddenly at her home in Whitman, WV. Lord we will lean on you for strength. You are our helper in time of need and our comfort during the storm. Lisa was the daughter of the late Harlis Crum and Mable Harris Crum of Thacker, WV. Lisa...

Jul 13, 2019

Taylor Warren Smith, a lifelong resident of Logan WV, lost his short battle with cancer on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at CAMC Memorial, where he was surrounded by his family. He was born February 8, 1950 to Roy and Mamie Smith. He was one of nine children and was preceded in death by his parents and two oldest brothers, Robert...

Jul 2, 2019

Phillip R. “Bob” Wellman, 83 of Dingess, WV died July 2, 2019 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center at Lexington, KY. He was born June 6, 1936 at Dingess, WV to the late Hugh and Della Fuller Wellman. Bob worked for Hobet Mining Co. for 42 years and he was also active in politics. He was a Committee Man...

Jul 2, 2019

Jun 30, 2019

William “Bill” Bayless, 74 of Crooked Creek, WV departed this life Sunday June 30, 2019 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center at Lexington, KY. He was born September 20, 1944 at Huntington, WV to the late Ronald Earl and Ruby Scaggs Bayless. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his sister, Patty Connors; and...

Jun 29, 2019

Teresa Kincaid, 48 of Mud Fork formerly of Whitman departed this life Saturday June 29, 2019 at her residence. She was born August 18, 1970 at Logan, WV to Elizabeth Thompson and the late Gary May. In addition to her father she was also preceded in death by her grandmother, Vera Davis; grandfather, Cleophas Davis; aunts, Brenda Knight and Cathy...