Obituary Listing

Apr 7, 2025

On April 7th, 2025, the world lost its brightest angel when Kelly Hackney was called to heaven after a courageous, nearly lifelong battle with multiple sclerosis. Surrounded by her loving family, Kelly’s spirit ascended, leaving a legacy of strength, love, and unwavering advocacy.

Kelly is survived by her devoted parents, Kay and Gene Hackney of...

Apr 6, 2025

Denise Lynn Fields, 60 of Ripley, passed away April 6, 2025 at her home following an extended illness.

She was born July 10,1964 at Ripley, daughter of Dorothy Easter Cunningham and the late Daniel Cunningham. She was a 1982 graduate of Ripley High School and worked in the insurance industry for many years. She was a very...

Apr 2, 2025

Curtis M. “Buck” Raines, 80 of Kenna, went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2025 while in Charleston General Hospital.

Buck was born April 20, 1944 in Kenna, son of the late William Daris and Dortholean Fields Raines. He was a born again Christian and attended the Hickory Grove Church in Kenna. He was a...

Apr 2, 2025

Charles B. Sloan (78) passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Charles was born on July 29, 1946 to Charles S. Sloan and Loleda Keithley, who both preceeded him in death. Charles is also preceded in death by his wife (Josephine Sloan), and his brothers (Warren Sloan, Norman Sloan, Danny Sloan, and Mark Sloan). Charles is proceeded in death...

Apr 1, 2025

Virginia Mae Cummings, 82, of Kenna passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston.

A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 5th at the Goshen Cemetery, Kenna. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Waybright Funeral Home, Ripley. Following the visitation, a procession will leave from...

Apr 1, 2025

Gracelyn Nichole Estep-Spencer, infant daughter of Kaitlyn Estep and Payton Spencer gained her angel wings on April 1, 2025 at CAMC Womens and Childrens Hospital.

“Our sweet Evangeline” was born on April 1, 2025 in Charleston, WV and will be cherished dearly.

In addition to her parents, Gracelyn is survived by her brothers Chase, Luke,...

Mar 28, 2025

Terry Jan Workman, 70, of Kenna passed away March 28th, 2025. He was born February 6th, 1955 in Boone County, West Virginia to Delmar “Jiggs” and Kathleen “Kat” Workman.

Terry loved playing the guitar and will be remembered for the great joy he found in spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

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Mar 26, 2025

Jesse Raymond Smith, 62, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at CAMC Memorial Hospital following an extended illness.

Jesse was born March 26, 1963 at Ocean Side, CA a son of the late Raymond Alfred and Julia Joann (Nunley) Smith.

Jesse was a graduated of Ripley High School and served his country as a member...

Mar 25, 2025

Ralph Ward Bennett, 59, of Ripley passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Ralph was born May 23, 1965, a son of the late Robert Bennett Sr. and Janice Karabon. He enjoyed hockey, cracking open a cold Pepsi, and will especially be remembered for his love of animals as he cared for many strays. He will be cherished...

Mar 22, 2025

Calvin Dale Kelley, 66 of Ripley, passed away March 22, 2025 in Mountain View Care Center, Ripley, following an extended illness.

He was born February 28, 1959 at Fisher Ridge, Kenna, WV, son of the late Howard and Stella Harrison Kelley. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Calvin enjoyed spending time with...

Mar 21, 2025

Jennings Otmer Miller, 75, of Kenna passed away Friday, March 21, 2025 after a long illness.

Jennings was born April 11, 1949 at Kenna, WV a son of the late Warren and Rosalie (Faber) Miller. He served in the U.S. Army and was a retired diesel mechanic. He was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors. Most...

Mar 20, 2025

Brenda Aitken, 72, of Ravenswood, WV passed away on March 20, 2025.

Brenda was born on December 18, 1952 to the late Harold and Dorothy Hershburger.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Robert Aitken; a daughter, Danielle Aitken; a son, Joseph Aitken; grandchildren, Matthew Aitken and Nicholas Torres; a brother, Dennis Hershburger;...

Mar 19, 2025

Howard Lee Beegle Jr., 64, of Ripley passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at his home.

He was born December 26, 1960 in Ripley a son of the late Howard Sr. and Reedith Lee (Reed) Beegle.

Howard was a master technician in the automotive industry with 34 years of service. He worked at several area...

Mar 13, 2025

Cheryl Lynn (Gentry) Parsons, 78, of Ripley passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025 at her home.

Cheryl was born January 24, 1947 at Charleston, WV a daughter of the late Robert Ray and Glendall (Goodall) Gentry.

Cheryl was a school teacher who taught at Ripley Elementary, Fairplain Elementary and Spring Hill Elementary Schools and retired...

Mar 13, 2025

Kristopher Patrick Burton, 24, of Ripley, WV died on March 13, 2025 following an illness. He was born on January 30, 2001 to Erik Burton and Miriam White.

Kristopher is preceded in death by a grandmother, Christine Sincoff. In addition to his parents Erik Burton and Miriam (Warren), he is survived by his brother Kyle Burton, sister...

Mar 7, 2025

Paul V. Bourgeois, 79, of Ripley went home Friday, March 7, 2025 at his home following an extended illness.

Paul was born May 3, 1945 in Ripley a son of the late Robert “Bob” and Edna (Miller) Bourgeois. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers Bobbie Miller and Jerry Bourgeois and sisters...

Mar 7, 2025

William Steven Harris, 74, of Kentuck went to be with the Lord on March 7, 2025.

William was born June 9, 1950 on the family farm in Kentuck, WV; a son of the late Joe and Vada Harris. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife Carolyn Irene Crihfield Harris; his...

Mar 5, 2025

Franklin Delano Rogers, 87 of Ripley, passed away March 5, 2025 at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.

He was born December 16, 1937 in Rhonda, WV, son of the late Frederick and Vada Tenney Rogers. He served his country in the United States Air Force. He worked in the coal mines for several years and was the last...

Mar 5, 2025

Paul “Gino” David Angel, 72, of Evans passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Paul was born February 21, 1953 at Charleston a son of the late James Everett and Florence (Gillispie) Angel. Paul was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as trading.

Paul is survived by his son, Sean Paul Angel and...

Mar 4, 2025

John D. Riley, 78, of Parkersburg passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Camden Clark Medical Center Parkersburg.

He was born December 8, 1946 at Zona, WV in Roane County a son of the late Virginia Riley. He was graduate of Walton High School Class of 1965. John proudly served his country in the United States Marine...