Obituaries
Obituary Listing
Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Yet, for those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.
Gertrude Saunders
Oct 19, 2024
Gertrude Annette Saunders, 74, our beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19th. Mom was born on March 18, 1950, in Holden, WV, daughter of the late Edith Catherine and Frank Evans. She was also preceded in death by her older sisters Linda and Betty Lou. She devoted her entire life to making sure that her husband,...
Walter Webster Elmore II
Oct 13, 2024
Walter Webster Elmore II, 42 of Huntington, WV, formerly of Logan, WV was born January 28, 1982, the son of Walter and Doris Elmore.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Peter Kelly Jr, Helen Ragland Kelly, Doris White Elmore, and Walter Elmore Sr.; brother, Shawn Elmore; uncles, Melvin White, Cleophas White, Andrew Reynolds, Pierre “Chubby” Elmore, and Harold Peoples.
Walter...
Delbert Lee Adkins
Oct 1, 2024
Delbert Lee "Dinky" Adkins, 61 of Henlawson, WV departed this life Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at his residence.
He was born May 23, 1963 in Logan, WV to the late Darwin and Carol Adkins. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his sons, Christopher Lee Adkins and Delbert Lee "D-Lee" Adkins II; and his great-nephew, Tracy...
Delana Rose Mullins
Sep 17, 2024
We are devastated to announce the passing of Delana “Rosie” Mullins of Chapmanvile.
Rosie left us peacefully at her home on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Rosie as she liked to be called was the gentlest soul and the kindest woman to ever live. She was an artist and painted frequently for her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her...
Wilda Mae Scaggs Slazo
Sep 13, 2024
Wilda Mae Scaggs Slazo, 91, of Holden, WV, went home to be with the Lord, September 13, 2024. Mae was born June 4, 1933, in Wayne County, WV to the late Ethel Dyer Napier and Jasper Dyer. She was preceded in death by husband Jack Slazo, and husband Newman Scaggs; siblings Eugene Dyer, Bobby Dyer, Louise Adkins, Bessie Martin, Gaynell...
Philip Baisden
Sep 8, 2024
Philip Baisden, 83 of Dingess, WV went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 8th, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center.
He was born May 10th, 1941, to the late Jay Baisden and Gladys (Laymon) Deskins. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his sister, Nancy May; son-in-law, James Meade ,and his infant brother,...
John Dame
Aug 26, 2024
John Dame, 80 of Chapmanville departed this life Monday, August 26 at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
He was born May 26, 1944, to the late Anna Lee and Thomas Dame. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Tom Dame and Charles Dame; and his sister, Shera (Dame) Coats.
He is survived by his loving wife...
William Clarence Elkins
Aug 8, 2024
William Clarence Elkins, 78, of West Logan, West Virginia, gained his heavenly wings on August 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving and faithful family. He was born May 21,1946, the eldest child of the late Charles W. Elkins and Eunice Workman Elkins. He was also preceded in death by his loving and beautiful wife of 31 years, Helen, as well...
Gary William Neece
Aug 7, 2024
Gary William Neece, 69 of Verdunville passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia.
Gary was born September 6, 1954 in Logan a son of the late Paul & Susie Collins Neece. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents John H. & Lyla Bartoe Collins, paternal grandparents...
Janet Sue Grieme
Aug 2, 2024
Janet Sue Roberts Grieme, 87, of Holden passed peacefully at her residence on August 2,2024.
Born March 13,1937 to John and Mattie (Stafford) Roberts, Janet was one of six children. She enjoyed helping others and retired from Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College as a Registration Clerk.
In addition to her parents, Janet is proceeded in death by two brothers Ernest...
Julia Wright
Jul 19, 2024
Julia “Judy” Marie Wright, 77 of Whitman, WV entered her heavenly home on Friday, July 19, 2024, from Hillcrest Healthcare Nursing Facility in Danville, WV.
Julia was born to the late Elmer and Wanda Churchill on July 17, 1947, in Davies County Indiana. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years John, daughter...
Thomas Jefferson Marcum
Jul 9, 2024
Thomas Jefferson Marcum of Dingess, WV passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Edgewood Manor in Lucasville, OH.
He was born April 9, 1944, at Kirk, WV to the late Alfred and Roanna Meade. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three sisters, Alberta Hannah, Rinda Slater, and Edna Messer; five brothers, Roger Meade, Grover Vance,...
Darrell Lee Ellis
Jun 25, 2024
Darrell Lee Ellis, affectionately known as "Suggie," passed away on June 25, 2024, at the age of 69 surrounded by family. He was born on August 28, 1954, in Boone County, WV, and had resided the rest of his years in Logan County, WV.
Darrell was a man who was passionate about football and spending time conversing with his loved ones...
Ruth Stinson
Jun 13, 2024
Janice “Ruth” Layne Stinson, 95 of Crooked Creek passed away peacefully on the morning of June13, 2024.
Ruth was born on April 3, 1929 to parents Aubry and Junia Layne. She was the oldest sibling and later was joined by brother Bryan and sister Diana.
She attended Logan High School and graduated in 1947.
She married her sweetheart Claude William Stinson on June...
Jack Ryan Hatfield
May 29, 2024
Jack Ryan Hatfield (“J.R.”), 46, of South Charleston, formerly of Logan, left this world on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024 at Thomas Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 21, 1977 in Holden, West Virginia to Diane Hatfield of South Charleston and Jack Hatfield Jr. of Fort Myers, Fl. He grew up in Holden and was a 1994...
Thomas Staggs Sr.
May 28, 2024
Thomas Duane Staggs Sr. 86, of Logan, WV gained his heavenly wings on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Pikeville Medical Center after a sudden illness.
He was born October 7, 1937, to the late Harry and Mary (Forbes) Staggs of Logan WV. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Lorean (Williamson) Staggs; his parents, Harry and...
Billy Clyde Browning
May 20, 2024
Billy C. Browning, 81 of Verdunville, WV, went to be with the Lord on May 20, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center after a battle with lung cancer. Billy was born on November 22, 1942, in Logan, WV, and was the third youngest of the twelve children of Johnny Browning and Elva Pettit Browning of Dempsey Branch, WV.
He was...
Benny Joe Justice
May 17, 2024
Benny Joe Justice, 95 of Whitman, WV, left this world on Friday, May 17, at Logan Regional Medical Center, Logan, WV.
Benny was born on September 5, 1928, in Martin County, KY. He was the son of John A. and Mary Elda (Endicott) Justice.
Benny was raised on Rock Castle Creek, KY, and later on Silver Creek, WV, in Wayne County. He spoke...
Thomas Jeffrey Collins
May 16, 2024
Thomas Jeffery Collins 45 of Mudfork, West Virginia departed this life and entered eternal rest on May 16th 2024. He was born on September 10th, 1978 in Logan, West Virginia to Bobby “Porky” and Mary “Koochie” Collins.Jeff had an infectious smile. He loved music and singing was his passion. He never met a stranger and he was known for his...
Cline Franklin Waugh Jr.
May 11, 2024
Cline “Frank” Franklin Waugh, Jr., 72, of McConnell, WVwent to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Saturday, May 11, 2024, after a sudden illness. He was born April 25, 1952, in Logan, WV. Frank was preceded in death by his mother, Doris Robinette Waugh; father, Cline Franklin “Cotton” Waugh, Sr.; and brother, Randy Adams.
Frank is survived by his wife of 48 years, Linda Lambert Waugh; sons: U.S Air Force Master Sargent (retired) Robert(Allison) Lucas of North Pole, Alaska; Brian (Amy Samples)F. Waugh of Charleston; Ryan...
