Obituaries

Helen Marie Dettori

Helen Marie Dettori

Dec 13, 2021

Helen Marie Dettori (née Dalton) of Palm City, FL had many roles in her life – daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, co-worker, friend - but she was elegant in all she did. She maintained that grace until she passed quietly on December 13, 2021, at the age of 85.

Helen was the only daughter of...

Marilyn Jean Smith

Marilyn Jean Smith

Dec 13, 2021

Marilyn Jean Smith, 92, of Morgantown, passed away on 13th of December at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on September 16th, 1929, the daughter of the late James Emery and Myrtle Nellie (Miller) Deaki. Jean was a professional glass cutter by trade and worked at both Sacco and Gentile Glass factories. She was also an...

Nancy (Maier) Morgan

Nancy (Maier) Morgan

Dec 13, 2021

Nancy (Maier) Morgan, 76, of Morgantown, passed away on December 13, 2021 at the Madison Nursing Facility. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Elizabeth and Donald Eugene Maier. She is survived by her daughter, Amy Conroy (Pete); sister Kimberly Maier (Jeremy); brothers Don Maier (Debra); and Larry Maier (Jill), three grandchildren, Jacqueline (Dustin), Caitlyn, Harold “Chip”;...

Marvin Marcus Gemas, Sr.

Marvin Marcus Gemas, Sr.

Dec 10, 2021

Marvin “Dube” Marcus Gemas, Sr. 77, of Morgantown, WV, passed away Friday, December 10th, 2021, at Ruby Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. Dube as his friends would call him was the son of Wade Hampton Gemas and Delcie Mae Stevens Gemas who preceded him death. Dube leaves behind his wife of 53 years, Lana Ferrell Gemas...

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...