Mar 5, 2025

Patricia "Sue" Luzader Osburn, 81, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Sue was born in Morgantown on October 29, 1943, a daughter to the late Arthur and Bessie Luzader.

Sue loved being a member of the Morgantown community. She worked at Mylan Pharmaceuticals for over 30 years, was an avid bowler, and was passionate...

Mar 3, 2025

Being open, vulnerable and brutally honest . . .

Chad Leon Nicholas, 42, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, due to PTSD after trying for years to get help from the Veterans' Administration. Sadly, this is not an uncommon tragedy. The 2024 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report states that...

Mar 2, 2025

Patrick Eugene Vavrock, 72, of Morgantown, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025.

Patrick was born on February 9, 1953, the son of the late Bernard and Nancy Vavrock. He was raised as one of seven children in the town of McMechen, WV and later moved his young family to Morgantown, WV to work for Consolidation Coal Company. When his career...

Mar 1, 2025

Robert W. Kendall, 83, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Madison Center. He was born September 5, 1941 in Hundred, WV, a son of the late Lawrence and Louise (Rushford) Kendall.

Bob was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church and retired after 33 years of service as a Colonel in the United States Army. He worked as...

Mar 1, 2025

Matthew Steven Reiner, 41, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025 at his home. He was born October 18, 1983 in Phoenix, AZ, a son of Rocky Reiner (Sharee) and Pam Erdie (Steve).

Matt was employed at Sundale Nursing Home and in his free time enjoyed gaming, music of all kinds, Sci-Fi, and Magic the Gathering card game. He always...

Feb 27, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce that Jean Louise Bell passed away at the age of 69 years old, surrounded by family on February 27, 2025, in Morgantown, WV, where she resided for over 30 years.

She was originally from Los Angeles, California and was born on April 14, 1955. She was an unbelievably kind, brave, witty and loving...

Feb 23, 2025

Denzil Ray Gillum, 85, of Medina, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at O'Neill Healthcare in Middleburg Heights, OH. Denzil was born on April 13, 1939, the son of Howard and Rita Gillum. Denzil was a devoted brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Denzil enjoyed a long career in electronics, where his sharp mind and dedication left a lasting impact....

Feb 23, 2025

Janet C. Swinler, 86, of Morgantown, passed away Sunday, February 23rd in Fairmont.

At Janet’s request, there will be no public services and a private family ceremony will be held at a later time.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home and online condolences may be made at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com.

Feb 21, 2025

Donald Ray King, 86, of Morgantown, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025 at Mon Health Medical Center. He was born October 2, 1938 in Morgantown, a son of the late Orville and Dicie (Lewis) King.

He was a handyman for many years before his retirement. In his free time, he enjoyed working on cars with his brother and watching Westerns and...

Feb 20, 2025

Ronald Harrison Cribbs, 67, of Morgantown passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born in Kermit, Texas on April 29, 1957, a son of the late William and Mildred (Durr) Cribbs.

Ron graduated from high school in Roswell, New Mexico. After college he began a long career in law enforcement with various police departments, correctional...

Feb 19, 2025

Margaret "Mickie" (Webber) Howe Willis passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, due to complications from Alzheimer's disease.

For the past three years, Mickie had been a resident at Harmony Memory Care in Morgantown, West Virginia, where she was surrounded by exceptional love, care, and extra Sunday donuts from the amazing staff, for whom her family is deeply grateful.

Mickie is preceded...

Feb 17, 2025

James Robert Bates, 86, of Shinnston, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 17, 2025 at United Hospital Center after an extended battle with cancer. He will be missed by all.

He was born September 21, 1938 in Gypsy, WV, a son of the late Robert "Bob" Lloyd and Trenna Marie (Steele) Bates.

Jim grew up in Owings, WV and attended Shinnston High...

Feb 17, 2025

Clifford James May, Sr., 93, of Morgantown and formerly of Summers School Rd., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, February 17, 2025.

He was born on August 5, 1931, the son of the late Walter and Lula (Jackson) May.

Clifford was a hardworking man who spent most of his life in the mines. His passion for mechanics...

Feb 15, 2025

Justin Leo Beeson, 94, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the Suites at Heritage Point. He was born in Des Moines, IA on September 6, 1930, a son to the late Earl and Johanna Beeson.

He attended elementary and Dowling High School in Des Moines, Iowa, and later attended Grandview College and Iowa State University, graduating in Chemical...

Feb 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Marsha L Gillis

It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Marsha Gillis, who left this world on February 14, 2025 at the age of 69. She was a devoted and loving grandmother, and friend whose legacy of compassion, strength, and selflessness will live on in all who knew her.

For many...

Feb 12, 2025

Jeffrey V. Ward, 81, of Morgantown, passed away Wednesday, February 12th. He was born on August 14, 1943 in Worcester, MA, a son of the late Bert and Ethel Ward.

Jeff was a graduate of Morgantown High School and was a member of the school's wrestling team and also attended Potomac State. He served his country in the United States Army...

Feb 11, 2025

John Scott "Scotty" Clarke, 80, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 19, 1944 to the late Harry "Flash" Clarke and Lillian (Howard) Clarke.

Scott was a Morgantown High School graduate, class of 1962. During his high school years he played football, wrestled, and was a member of the track team....

Feb 11, 2025

Mabel Mae Phillips, 99, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. She was born June 18, 1925 in Ireland, Lewis County, West Virginia, to the late Russell Carpenter and Orpha McClain.

Mabel is survived by sons, Robert Phillips of Alberta, Canada and Joseph (Jackie) Phillips of Renton, Washington; grandchildren, Andrew Phillips, Michael Phillips, Brent Phillips, and Russell...

Feb 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Thomas Power Stockdale announces his passing on February 10th, 2025. He was 74 years old. He is survived by his daughters Alexandra Power Stockdale Weese (Boyd) and Amelia Anne Stockdale Weidman (Tommy). His pride and joy are his grandchildren Indigo and Liberty (Alexandra) and Hayes and Grady (Anne) whom he loved...

Feb 10, 2025

Margaret Marie "Peggy" Tordella, 68, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on December 19, 1956 to the late Charles and Margaret Tordella.

After high school she attended West Virginia University where she received a Master of Social Work and found her calling as a licensed independent clinical social worker...