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Arthur Carroll Fisher
Sep 6, 2026
Arthur Carroll Fisher, 96, of Sissonville, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026, at his home, with his family by his side.
Arthur was born on December 2, 1929, at Liberty, WV, a son of the late Elbie Gilbert and Barcie Mae (Bailey) Fisher. Arthur was an educator with 30 plus years of service as a teacher and principal. He was the...
Bridget Louise Hunter
Sep 2, 2026
Bridget Louise Hunter, 54 of Ripley, passed away on September 2, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 27, 1972, and raised in Ripley by her parents, Jack and Becky Juniper.
In addition to her parents, Bridget is survived by her husband of 35 years, Glenn Hunter; daughters, Brittany (Caleb) Taylor and Jessica (Jimmie) Hunter; grandchildren, Cameron,...
Adam Southall
Sep 2, 2026
Adam Lloyd Southall, 31, of Given, passed away on September 2, 2026. He was born on June 29, 1995, to Janet and Kenneth Southall.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Matthew Southall; many other family members; and his cat, Cloudy. Adam loved to spend time with his family and play games on his computer.
In honoring the...
Roger Lee Best
Aug 31, 2026
Roger Lee Best, 85, of Ripley passed peacefully at home on Monday, August 31, 2026.
Born on October 21, 1940, Roger spent 76 years working in the timber industry. He was a true woodsman who took immense pride in his trade as a timber cutter. Known for his incredible work ethic, he woke up before dawn and spent his days scaling...
Steven Eugene Lucas
Aug 29, 2026
Steven Eugene Lucas, was born on June 29, 1949, in Chelyan, WV at the Chelyan Clinic. He departed this life and went home to be with his Lord on August 29, 2026.
He grew up on Witcher Creek and began school in a one room schoolhouse in Witcher Hollow before its closure. Upon graduating from DuPont High School, he enlisted in...
Frances Crowder
Aug 29, 2026
Marian Frances Crowder 97, of Ripley, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 29, 2026. She was born to the late Marion and Ocie Bruce on March 21, 1929.
In addition to her parents, Frances is preceded in death by her husband, Harry Crowder; son, Roger Burgess; sister, Katie Ramsey; and son-in-law, Roger Fisher.
Left to cherish her memory is...
Edward Franklin Sharrar
Aug 28, 2026
Edward Franklin Sharrar, 68, of Ravenswood passed away on August 28, 2026. He was born on October 17, 1957 to Holly and Bessie Sharrar in Mason Co., WV.
Frankie resided out sugar creek in Kenna for over 25 years and was known by all as "The Mountain Man", along with his beloved wife, Sharon Rose Sharrar. He loved to spend time...
Janet Marie Kessell
Aug 27, 2026
Janet Marie Kessell, 77, of Ripley passed away Thursday, August 27th at the Hubbard House after a short illness.
Janet was born May 22, 1949, the daughter of the late Carl Kesell and Irene (Poe) Kessell.
Janet retired from Walmart after 20 plus years of service. Janet enjoyed quilting, crocheting and making many beautiful gifts for friends and family.
Janet is survived by...
Stephen Allen Gandee
Aug 25, 2026
Stephen Allen Gandee, 76, of Ripley passed away Monday, August 25, 2026 at Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg.
Steve was born June 20, 1950, at Parkersburg a son of the late Foley and Betty (Weekley) Gandee.
Steve proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. He would go on to retire from Laborers Union Local 1085 in Parkersburg....
Robert "Larry" Boggess
Aug 24, 2026
Robert “Larry” Boggess, 75 of Sandyville, WV, went home to the Lord on August 24th, 2026.
Born March 5th 1951 to parents Robert and Hazel Boggess, he attended the First United Pentecostal Church in Ravenswood living a life dedicated to God and the simpler things in life. He retired from Hutchinson Supply, spending his time after retirement as a farmer and...
Anita Sue Hughes
Aug 24, 2026
Anita Sue Hughes, 72, of Ripley went to be with the Lord on August 24, 2026, while surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on November 7, 1953, to the late Bona Nutter and Dorothy Dotson.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Clarence Hughes; son, James Hughes(Jenny) and their children, Jesse Hughes, Walker Hughes, Conner Hughes, and Ashton...
Arley Edward Proctor
Aug 22, 2026
Arley Edward Proctor, 89, of Kenna, WV completed his journey on earth and entered his forever home on Saturday, August 22, 2026. During his peaceful departure he was under the compassionate care of Hubbard Hospice House.
Born December 27, 1936, in Charleston, WV. He was the son of the late Arley and Lucille Shaffer. In addition to his parents, Arley was...
Bugsy Kay Rhodes
Aug 18, 2026
“Bugsy” Cavlline Kay Rhodes, 59, of Ripley, WV passed away on August 18, 2026. She was born on January 24, 1967, to Calvin Ramsey and Elizabeth Miller.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Ernie, Joe, Ronnie, Sugie, Brian, Michael, Jerry, and Jesse; and sisters, Janet, Julie, and Tina.
Left to cherish her memory is her...
Judith Ann Totten
Aug 18, 2026
Judith Ann (Bibbee) Totten, 82, of Washington, WV passed away on August 18, 2026. She was born on November 12, 1943, to the late Estel and Lillie (Gannon) Bibbee.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Amos R. Totten; brother, James Bibbee; sisters, infant Beverly Sue, Mildred, and Violet; and fur baby Casey.
Left to cherish...
Aspen Paige Scott
Aug 15, 2026
Aspen Paige Scott was born asleep on August 15th 2026 to parents Nicholas Scott and Haley Whitlatch of Ravenswood, West Virginia.
She was greatly loved by all who survive her; her parents Nicholas Scott and Haley Whitlatch; grandparents Krystal (Benji) Parsons, Cory Whitlatch, and April Cooper; great-grandparents Jack (Brenda) Roberts and David (Mary) Hafer; aunts and uncles Noah (Syndal) Scott, Nathaniel...
Judith Smith
Aug 14, 2026
Judith Elaine Smith, 85, of Sandyville, passed away on August 14, 2026. She was born in Sandyville, WV on April 1, 1941 to the late Kenna and Margaret Kent.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Donald Smith; and son, Mark Smith.
Left to cherish her memory is her son, David Smith (Jodi);...
Amber Crihfield
Aug 9, 2026
Amber Crihfield, 31, of Kenna passed away on August 9, 2026 after a courageous battle with Osteosarcoma. She was born in Cleveland, OH on July 15, 1995 to parents Clayton Smith and Crystal Keen.
In addition to her mother, left to cherish her memory is her husband of 5 years and companion of 10 years, Ethan Crihfield; sons, Oakley (5), and...
Heather Reynolds
Aug 8, 2026
Heather Diane Reynolds, 46, of Ravenswood, WV passed unexpectedly on August 8, 2026. She was born on May 4, 1980, to Paul Wines and Patsy Rexroad.
In addition to her parents, left to cherish her memory is her son, Michael Nuzum; daughter, Haley Nuzum; and siblings, Kerry (Sharon) Wines, Joe (Faith) Wines, Tim Wines, and Nathan (Carole) Wines. She enjoyed volunteering...
Debra "Mouse" Gandee
Aug 5, 2026
Debra “Mouse” Gandee, 70, of Ripley went to be with her heavenly Father on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston.
Debra was born October 16, 1955 in Ripley, WV a daughter of the late Oral “Buss” and Pauline (Grandon) Sharp.
Mouse worked at the Ripley Post Office with over 30 years of service in many different positions....
Denise Renee Jones
Aug 2, 2026
Denise Renee Jones 52, formerly of Cottageville passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 2, 2026, at Majestic Care of Laken following an extended illness.
Denise was born in Ripley, WV on November 23, 1973, daughter of the late Lonnie Ray Jones and Carrie Sue (Price) Jones. She went on to become the devoted mother of three...
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