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...
Darrell E. Rhodes
Jun 10, 2026
Darrell Ernest Rhodes, 80, of LeRoy passed away peacefully at home on June 10, 2026, after an extended illness. Born on October 13, 1945, he was the son of the late Ores and Goldie Parsons Rhodes.
Darrell is survived by his wife of 61 years, Janice Golden Rhodes; his daughters, Tena Casto and Lora Parsons (Mark); his grandchildren, Tonya Whiting (Brandon...
Larry R. Shamblen
Jun 10, 2026
Larry Randall Shamblen, 80, of Gay passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at his home following an extended illness.
Larry was born on August 3, 1945 at Kenna, WV a son of the late Randall and Mae (Raines) Shamblin.
Larry was a Ripley High School graduate and would go in to serve in the U.S. Army Reserves. Larry enjoyed farming and worked...
Roger Dale Posten Jr.
Jun 3, 2026
Roger Dale Posten Jr., 52, of Birch River, WV, passed away on June 3, 2026. He was born in Ripley, WV on February 8, 1974 to Roger Posten Sr. and Debra Hackney.
In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his son, Dustin Haynes.
Roger’s greatest joy in life was being a proud papaw. He loved spending time with...
Dorsel A. Harrison
Jun 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Dorsel A. Harrison
Dorsel A. Harrison was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 2, 2026, after years of enduring life's hardships with remarkable faith, strength, and perseverance.
Though his earthly journey was marked by suffering with Dementia and challenges, he never lost sight of the promises of God and the hope found in...
