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...
Sandra Kay Vidrine
Jun 1, 2026
Sandra Kay Vidrine, 57, of Ripley passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, at her home with her family by her side.
Sandy was born September 26, 1968, in Ripley, WV, a daughter of the late James and Ella Jean (Lowther) Rhodes.
Sandy worked for the Jackson County Board of Education for 30 years as an ECCAT, special education certified hearing-impaired aide. Sandy...
Carolyn S. Balderson
May 31, 2026
Carolyn “Suzie” (Moore) Balderson
Suzie , “I was born November 13, 1951 to Lloyd G. and Helen L. Moore of Coolville, Ohio. Coolville was and always will have a special place in my heart.
I left this world on May 31, 2026. I was currently a resident of Sandyville, WV with my first love and last love, Paul W. Balderson. We married...
Wanda Pearl Haynes
May 31, 2026
Wanda Pearl Haynes of Sandyville walked into Glory May 31, 2026 at the age of 89. She was born September 11, 1936 to Robert and Cleo Smith. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Arthur Grandon, her sisters, Alice May Smith and Mona Pickens. Also, the love of her life and father of her...
Charles E. Hicks
May 31, 2026
Charles Eugene Hicks, 70, of Kenna passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026 at CAMC Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was born March 23, 1956, at Charleston, WV a son of the late John Hicks Jr and Trilba (McCoy) Hicks.
In addition to his parents Charles was preceded in death by brothers, Robert Steven and Jerry Wayne Hicks; sister Teresa...
Mary Elaine Brown
May 30, 2026
Mary Elaine Brown, 75, of Belpre, OH passed away May 30, 2026, at Summit Acres in Caldwell, Ohio.
Mary was born October 5, 1950, at Fairplain, WV a daughter of the late Orville Denvil and Mildred Elaine (Casto) Randolph.
Mary enjoyed playing bingo, bowling and cooking. Most of all she loved spending time with all of her grandchildren. She attended Ripley High...
Cierra Dawn Young
May 29, 2026
Cierra Dawn Young, 35, passed away on May 29, 2026 in Ripley, WV.
She was born on January 24, 1991; a daughter of Henry Schreckengost (Jeannie), and Treva Simons.
She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Charles and Rowena Schreckengost; and maternal grandparents, Junior and Twila Funk.
Cierra is survived by her husband of 17 years, Austin Young; her children, Peyton...
Kenna Westfall
May 28, 2026
Kenna Clinton Westfall, 72, of Ripley, went home to be with the Lord on May 28, 2026. He was born on April 21, 1954; a son to the late Harry and Gladys Westfall.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Paulette Conrad (Charles) and Wanda Jackson (Archie); a niece, Betsy and a grandson, Kyle Landis.
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Raymond "Corky" Miller
May 28, 2026
Raymond Lee “Corky” Miller, 97 of Ripley, passed away May 28, 2026 at Mountainview Care Center in Ripley following an extended illness.
He was born February 1, 1929 in Charleston, son of the late Emma and Brady Miller. Corky served in the US Army and served on the Fire Department with the City of Charleston. While serving on the Fire Department...
Oris D. Myers
May 23, 2026
Oris Delmar Myers, 65, of Ripley passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Jackson General Hospital.
Oris was born January 7, 1961 in Ripley, a son of the late Oley Hoyt and Evelene (Richards) Myers.
Oris enjoyed listening to the Mountaineers and loved his dogs Dusty and Buddy.
He is survived by his brothers Bobby and Danny Myers and sisters Janet Myers, Rosetta...
Harold "Bud" Edens
May 23, 2026
Harold Brent Edens, of Ripley, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on May 23, 2026.
Born on February 11, 1944, in Sissonville, Harold was the son of the late Harold Otmer Edens and Wilma Lee Edens.
Harold graduated from Sissonville High School in 1961 and attended West Virginia State University later that same year. He was a proud...
Doug Parrish
May 23, 2026
William Douglas “Doug” Parrish, or “Coach” to many was born January 26, 1944 and passed on May 23, 2026.
Doug was a Christian and was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline (Waybright) Parrish and father, Ray Hamilton Parrish. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Paulette Rhodes and a baby brother and sister.
He is survived by his children...
Sandra Sue Walker
May 20, 2026
Sandra Sue Walker, 84, of Ripley, West Virginia, passed away May 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Sandy was born on April 2nd, 1942, in Charleston to Robert and Carmalee Kennedy Smith. She lived a life marked by hard work, integrity, and a deep care for those around her. Sandy spent...
Elizabeth "Liz" Seymour
May 20, 2026
Elizabeth Mae “Liz” (Wyco) Seymour, 91 of Ripley, passed away early Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston. She was born in Rhodell WV on August 26, 1934.
Liz was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Tillie Wyco; her brothers Ted, Ed, Alex, Waldo, Joe, Paul, Frank, Danny (Pedro), and Stanley and her sister Ann Porter....
Elizabeth Miller
May 19, 2026
Elizabeth Ann (Braden) Miller, also known as Libby,82 of LeRoy, WV passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026. She was born on August 5,1943; a daughter of the late Ardell and Mattie (Randolph) Braden.
Libby enjoyed gardening, fishing, quilting, and crocheting. She was very strong in her faith in God and attended Millcreek Baptist Church. She was a former reading aid...
David L. Hall
May 18, 2026
David Lloyd Hall, 77, of Sissonville, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, at Mountain View Care Center.Born February 22, 1949, in Charleston, David was the son of the late A.C. and Emma (Monk) Hall.David was a third-generation, highly skilled Rolex watchmaker who dedicated much of his life to the precision craft of repairing and restoring fine timepieces. His talent,...
Betty Irene Wright
May 18, 2026
Betty Irene Wright, 73, of Ripley, WV, passed away on May 18, 2026. She was born in Roane Co. on January 24, 1953. Her parents are the late Alice Douglas and her stepfather, Rexal Douglas Sr.
She is survived by her son, Charles Jason Wright of Parkersburg; daughter, Christal Wright of Charleston; grandchildren, Summer Wright, Paige Wright, and Darian Wright of...
Ralph L. Parsons
May 13, 2026
Ralph Lewis Parsons, resident of Ripley, WV passed away May 13th, 2026, at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, WV after a courageous 18-month battle with pancreatic cancer.
Ralph was born June 23rd, 1949, in Charleston, WV to the late Morley and Pauline Parsons. He was a 1967 graduate of Ripley High School and a 1972 graduate of West Virginia University.
Ralph...
Clyde Nutter
May 11, 2026
Clyde Wesley Nutter, 80 of Gay, passed away at Camden Clark Medical Center on Monday, May 11, 2026. He was born May 2, 1946 in Charleston, a son of the late Clyde B. and Hattie M. Asbury Nutter.
He was a 60 year member of the IUOE Local 132-International Union of Operating Engineers and retired from Babcock and Wilcox. He also...
