Obituaries

Dr. William R. Mccutcheon

Dr. William R. Mccutcheon

Dec 7, 2021

Dr. William R. (Bill) McCutcheon, 84, died on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 in Morgantown, WV after a period of declining health. Bill was born on December 28, 1936 in Beckley, WV to Mabel W. and William M. McCutcheon. Bill was an enthusiastic lifelong learner. After graduating from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1954, he received a B.A. in Pre-Health...

Sharon Mccoy Garvin

Sharon Mccoy Garvin

Dec 7, 2021

Sharon McCoy Garvin, age 86, of Morgantown, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, after a brief illness. She was born on April 7, 1935, in Kissimmee, FL, daughter of the late Dan and Virginia (Wolverton) McCoy of Ravenswood, WV. Sharon grew up in Jackson County, WV, graduated from Ravenswood High School in 1953, then obtained her Dental Hygiene...

George William Marshall

George William Marshall

Dec 5, 2021

George W. Marshall passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 5, 2021. He was born May 17, 1943, the second son of James and June Marshall of Weirton, WV. George graduated from Follansbee High School in 1961 and attended West Virginia University as a member of Air Force ROTC, graduating in 1966 with a BA in Mathematics. While...

Debra Kay Sviridenko

Debra Kay Sviridenko

Dec 3, 2021

Debra Kay “Spud” Sviridenko, 65, of Morgantown, passed away at home from a heart attack on Friday, December 3, 2021. She was born in Flint, Michigan, on January 14, 1956, daughter of Margaret (Szapanos) Albertazzie and the late Paul Sviridenko. Debbie graduated from the class of 1974 of Morgantown High School. She was always known as a very congenial...

Colombo (Mancini) Defelice

Colombo (Mancini) Defelice

Dec 2, 2021

Colomba “Cathy” (Mancini) DeFelice went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 2, 2021. Cathy was 89 years old and born in Collelongo, Italy on June 2, 1932 to the late Lorenzo and Filomena Mancini. Her spirit is carried on by her children: Tina Shinkovich and husband John of Riverview, FL, Paula Shilling and husband Curtis of Point...

Bobby Joe Hart, Jr

Bobby Joe Hart, Jr

Dec 2, 2021

Bobby Joe Hart, Jr., 32, of Morgantown, passed away on December 2, 2021. Bobby was born on January 27, 1989 the son of Susan Ruckle and the late Bobby Hart, Sr. Bobby was very artistic, creative, and free-spirited. He enjoyed playing his instruments, traveling, camping, fishing, spending time with his family, woodworking, and skateboarding. In addition to his mother,...

Howard Franklin Watson

Howard Franklin Watson

Dec 1, 2021

Howard Franklin Watson (Frank), 77, of Morgantown/Clarksburg, passed away on December 1, 2021, from congestive heart failure. Frank was born on November 4, 1944, to Herbert James and Edna Grace Watson (Barnes) at his childhood home in Shinnston WV. Frank was a true patriot and wanted to do his part in serving his country, so after graduating high school...

Dolores Ruth Fleming O'Brien

Dolores Ruth Fleming O'Brien

Dec 1, 2021

Dolores Ruth Fleming O’Brien, 91 of Morgantown, passed away on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, after a short illness. She was born December 3, 1929, in Morgantown, WV, daughter of the late Leo W. Fleming, and Ruth Montgomery Fleming. Dolores was a beloved mother and generous friend. She was a 1951 graduate of the West Virginia University Perley Isaac Reed...

Robert Edward Baron Westwood

Robert Edward Baron Westwood

Nov 26, 2021

Robert Edward Baron Westwood, 32, passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021, in Morgantown, WV while home visiting his family for the Holiday. Robbie was born on May 8, 1989, in Morgantown, WV to Robert Thomas Westwood and Brenda Sue (Munson) Westwood. Robbie grew up in Morgantown with his family and graduated from Morgantown High School in 2007. Robbie...

Michael John Gifford

Michael John Gifford

Nov 25, 2021

Michael John Gifford, a longtime resident of Morgantown, WV, has left us to be with God on Thursday, November 25, 2021, at the young age of 61. He was the son of late Elizabeth Saluga and stepson of Robert Saluga. Michael was a graduate of Laurel Highlands High School and served for a period of time in the Army....

Cheryl Stinellis Warsewich

Cheryl Stinellis Warsewich

Nov 23, 2021

Cheryl Stinellis Warsewich, 74, of Morgantown, passed away to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Mon Health Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born on October 20, 1947 in Morgantown, daughter of Fern and Virginia (Sufritz) Stilnellis. Cheryl was a 1965 graduate of Morgantown High School. She was one of the...

Sandra Angela Weston

Sandra Angela Weston

Nov 23, 2021

Sandra Weston, 70, of Morgantown, passed away Monday, November 22nd at Ruby Memorial Hospital. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home. Condolences may be made online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

Vivian Ruth Pugh

Vivian Ruth Pugh

Nov 19, 2021

Vivian Ruth Pugh (Wolfe), 92 of Cheat Lake, went to her heavenly home on November 19th, 2021 at 10:30 p.m. Our favorite bible verse to describe our mother is Proverbs 31, "Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies". When she passed her home was full of loved ones big and little. People were...

Dawn Marie Kelly

Dawn Marie Kelly

Nov 18, 2021

Dawn Marie Kelly, 65, of Fairview, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at her residence. She was born on June 1, 1956, in Morgantown, WV, daughter of the late Donald D. and Marie Elizabeth (Grubb) Kelly. Dawn enjoyed her spare time sewing, crafts while thoroughly enjoyed spending time and taking care of her grandchildren. She is survived by...

Roy James Stevens

Roy James Stevens

Nov 14, 2021

Roy James Stevens, 89, passed peacefully on Sunday, November 14, 2021, at Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia. Roy was born on January 26, 1932, in Medina, Ohio, son of the late Vincent Stevens Sr. and Grace Rachel Stevens. He graduated from St. Francis High School in 1949 and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War as...

Lena Dorinzi

Lena Dorinzi

Nov 13, 2021

Lena Dorinzi, 94, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021 at the Madison Center. She was born September 4, 1927 in Granville, a daughter of the late John and Antonette (Belcastro) Fraze. She was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church and worked for many years at Thorofare Grocery Store in the Meat Department. She is...

Lonnie P. Wilhelm Hofer

Lonnie P. Wilhelm Hofer

Nov 9, 2021

Lonnie P. Wilhelm Hofer, 69, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Mon Health Medical Center. He was born March 2, 1952 in Morgantown, a son of Viola Faye (Lowe) Hofer and the late Ralph Adolph Hofer. Lonnie was a Master Carpenter and cabinet maker. He was a hard worker and talented at his craft. He helped...

Robert L. Shaver

Robert L. Shaver

Nov 4, 2021

Robert L. “Bob” Shaver, 86, of Morgantown, WV, beloved husband of Joan E. Shaver, passed away on November 4, 2021, at his home with the love of his life by his side. Bob was born June 22, 1935, in Fairmont, WV, son of the late James R. Shaver and Mabel E. Shaver. Bob proudly served his country in the...

Harold Rupert Teter

Harold Rupert Teter

Nov 4, 2021

Harold Rupert Teter, 83, of Morgantown, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021, at his home. He was born January 4, 1938 in Morgantown, a son of the late Hoy and Ruth (Bond) Teter. Mr. Teter served in the United States Army and worked for Quality Glass (a division of Davis and Lynch) for over 30 years. He is survived...

Commander Christopher John Kolanko, Phd

Commander Christopher John Kolanko, Phd

Nov 3, 2021

Commander Christopher John Kolanko, PhD, 58, of Morgantown, passed away on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born on March 8, 1963, in Weirton, WV, son of the late Edward Joseph and Bernice Barbara (Marut) Kolanko. Dr. Kolanko most recently served as Senior Scientist at Leidos, Inc., Frederick, MD, providing technical and...