Michael J. Dawson
Jul 29, 2026
Michael James Dawson, 69 of Ripley, passed away July 29, 2026 at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston, following an extended illness.
He was born August 7, 1956 in Parkersburg, WV, son of the late Jim and Ruth Jarvis Dawson. Mike was a graduate of Ripley High School with the Class of 1974. He worked as a Mechanic for Walker Machinery. Mike was...
Joyce Marie Adkins
Jul 29, 2026
Joyce Marie Adkins, 87, most recently of Frederick, MD, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Frederick Crossings of Journey, surrounded by her family, following an extended battle with lupus.
Joyce was born September 2, 1938 in Branchland, WV and spent most of her early life in Huntington, WV. She was the oldest daughter of the late...
Roy H. Miller Jr.
Jul 29, 2026
Roy H. Miller Jr, 77, of Evans, WV passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at his home following an extended illness.
Roy was born in 1948 in Nitro, WV, a son of the late Roy H. Miller Sr. and V. Murle (Milhollan) Miller.
Roy was a Paramedic/EMT for 20 plus years in Jackson County and was one of the first to be...
Joseph Leon Wells
Jul 27, 2026
Joseph Leon Wells, 70 of Sandyville, passed away July 27, 2026 at Camden Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg, following an extended illness.
He was born June 3, 1956 in Ripley, son of the late Leon and Irene Fisher Wells. He was a 1974 graduate of Ripley High School and was a Painter for Carl E. Smith Inc. Joe enjoyed spending time...
Denny Martin
Jul 22, 2026
Dennis Wayne “Denny” Martin, 66 of Given, passed away July 22, 2026 following a short illness.
Denny was born November 2, 1959 in Parkersburg, WV, son of the late Delmer P. and Barbara Jean Jones Martin. He was a graduate of Ripley High School the Class of 1978 where he was the standout starting center. He loved his family and spending...
Sonny Harper
Jul 22, 2026
C.R. “Sonny” Harper, 83 of Ripley, passed away July 22, 2026 at Camden Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg, following a cardiac arrest.
Sonny was born October 8, 1942, son of the late Harry Willbur and Nannie Smith Harper. He served his country and was a US Navy veteran. Sonny was a man who could do anything, and as his community and family...
Jacqueline Rose Perrine
Jul 17, 2026
Jacqueline Rose (Friend) Perrine, 97 years old of Ripley, WV (formerly of Edgewater, Florida and Pinch, West Virginia) went peacefully home to be with her Saviour on July 17, 2026 at Ravenswood Village Care Center following a short illness.
Jackie was born July 16, 1929 in Ivydale, WV, and graduated from Gassaway High School. She was the daughter of William Melville...
Leota B. Faber
Jul 17, 2026
Leota Boggess Faber of Kenna slipped these surly bonds on July 17, 2026. Born in Sissonville, Kanawha County on April 1, 1941, she was the daughter of Shirley Boggess and Zelma (Higginbotham) Boggess.
In June 1958, Leota married the love of her life, Frank Faber of Kenna, in a private ceremony at the home of Reverend Warren Anderson of Charleston. Frank...
David Richard Whitehouse
Jul 16, 2026
David Richard Whitehouse, 63, of Gay left this world on July 16, 2026.
He was born on March 3, 1963 at Parkersburg, WV a son of the late Floyd Richard and Dottie Lou (Harmon) Whitehouse. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandparents Harold and Lelia Whitehouse, Garnet Harmon and a sister Cindy Rhodes.
Left to carry...
Robert Gordon Perry
Jul 5, 2026
Robert “Bob” G. Perry, husband, brother and best friend passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026 after a short illness.
Bob was born August 25, 1958 at Charleston, WV a son of the late Pau T. Perry Sr. and Mary Lee (McDermott) Perry. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Paul T. Perry Jr. (Rose Perry).
He...
Ronald Lee Keefer
Jul 3, 2026
Ronald Keefer, 82, of Sandyville, WV went home to be with his Lord on July 3, 2026. He was born on December 4, 1943, to the late Elvin and Freda Keefer.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his daughter, Rhonda Keefer-Cole; brothers, Jim Keefer, George Keefer, and Donald Keefer; and sisters, Margaret King and Faye Palmer.
Left...
James Lupardus
Jun 28, 2026
James Carrol Lupardus, 83, of Ripley, WV passed away on June 28, 2026. He was born on November 30, 1942, to the late Thomas and Mary Lupardus.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Karen Lupardus; brothers, Lloyd Lupardus, Charles (Marilyn) Lupardus, Thomas “Marlin” (Janet) Lupardus, Elsworth Monroe (Phyllis) Lupardus, and Clifford Eugene (Christine)...
"Duke" James Ralph Sisson
Jun 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the peaceful passing of James Ralph Sisson, affectionately known as "Duke," on June 23, 2026. Born on March 14, 1932, in Charleston, West Virginia, Duke was a beacon of warmth and kindness throughout his 94 remarkable years. Duke was the beloved son of the late...
Brenda Sue White
Jun 22, 2026
Brenda Sue White, 73, of Ravenswood passed away Monday, June 22, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family.
Brenda was born July 20, 1952 at Charleston, WV a daughter of the late James and Gatha (Jeffries) Johnson.
Brenda enjoyed many outside activities including horseback riding and tending to her flower gardens. She also enjoyed the beauty of West Viriginia and enjoyed...
Debra Lynn Williams
Jun 19, 2026
Debra Lynn Williams, 67, of Evans passed away Friday, June 19, 2026 at Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg.
Debbie was born August 17, 1958 at Parkersburg, WV a daughter of the late Ray Russell and Ruth Evelyn (Mason) Pursley.
Debbie was a woman of many talents. She enjoyed painting, crafting, sewing as well as gardening. She loved line dancing and went...
Samuel Cletis Stophel
Jun 18, 2026
Samuel Cletis Stophel passed away on June 18, 2026 at Hubbard House in Charleston WV. He was 57 years old. He resided in Ripley, WV.
He grew up in Vienna, WV. He was a graduate of Parkersburg Catholic High School where he played football, and baseball. He was also a graduate of Glenville State University. He was employed by Builders First...
Carroll Massey
Jun 18, 2026
Carroll (Beverlin) Massey, 81, of Ripley, W.Va., went home to be with Jesus on June 18th, 2026, after a long list of illnesses.
She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Donald Massey Sr.; sister, Betty Botkin (Bill-deceased) of Chesapeake, W.Va.; and brother, Rick Beverlin (Beth) of Seng Creek W.Va. She is also survived by her sons, Donald Massey Jr....
Ray Curry
Jun 17, 2026
Ray Curry, 70, of Ripley, WV was born on November 11, 1955, to the late Betty and Jack Curry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill and Randy Curry; and sister, Janet Curry.
Left to cherish his memory is his best friend and spouse, Angie; son, Joshua Curry (Stacy); granddaughter, Paige Marie; grandson, Cash...
Ronald Lee Kay
Jun 16, 2026
Ronald Lee Kay, 79, of Ripley, WV went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 16, 2026 following a long illness.
Ron was born August 20, 1946, in Jackson County, West Virginia, where he grew up surrounded by hills, hollows, and deep woods that would shape the rest of his life. Ron was married to the love of his...
Cathy Scott
Jun 10, 2026
Cathy G. Williams
Scott, 68 of Millwood, passed away June 10, 2026, at CAMC (Charleston Memorial Hospital) following a sudden illness.
She was born May 11, 1958, in Charleston, daughter of Ray Williams and the late Dorothy Backus Williams. Cathy was a graduate of Herbert Hoover High School and retired from the Jackson County Commission on Aging. She was a faithful member...
