Obituaries
Obituaries in Cowen, West Virginia
Patricia Carolyn Miller
Sep 27, 2026
Patricia Carolyn Miller, born Patricia Carolyn Tyler, passed away on September 27, 2026, after an extended illness. She was born on February 7, 1936, in Arcola, and throughout her life remained deeply connected to the people and places of Webster County.
A 1955 graduate of Cowen High School, Patricia devoted much of her life to serving her community. She worked for...
Linda June Wayne
Sep 22, 2026
Linda June Wayne, passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on December 27, 1942, in Cowen, she was a woman of deep faith, quiet devotion, and abiding love for her family.
A proud graduate of the Cowen High School Class of 1961, Linda carried throughout her life a steady sense of purpose and care for others....
Unia Josephine Cobb
Sep 20, 2026
Unia Josephine Cobb, lovingly known as Josie, passed away on September 20, 2026, after an extended illness. She was born on December 30, 1941, in Camden on Gauley, and throughout her life she was known as a loving and caring woman who always had a smile on her face.
Josie was a graduate of Cowen High School and went on to...
Vanita Gaye Hinkle
Sep 8, 2026
Vanita Gaye Hinkle, 95, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 21, 1931, in Cowen, and lived a long life marked by devotion to her family and the many generations who were blessed to know her.
She will be remembered with love by her family, whose lives stand...
Gaye Elaine Collett
Sep 8, 2026
Gaye Elanie Collett, 67, born February 7, 1959, passed away on September 7, 2026 at Webster Healthcare Center.
Gaye was born and raised in Cowen, West Virginia. She graduated from Webster County High School in 1979. She and her husband, James D. Collett, lived in Clarion, Pennsylvania, for many years. During her time there, Gaye worked at Dollar General.
Gaye was preceded...
Billy Lee Selman
Sep 6, 2026
Billy Lee Selman Sr., born April 21, 1946, passed away at his residence on September 6, 2026.
Billy lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, and the simple pleasures he loved most. A 1964 graduate of Cowen High School, he went on to build a long career as a coal miner, working for 35 years with Island Creek Coal Company....
Junior Lawrence Cobb
Aug 30, 2026
Junior Cobb, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, Navy veteran, educator, and dedicated member of his community, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
He was born on January 24, 1940, in Cowen, WV the son of the late Albert Lawrence Cobb and the late Hazel Hall Cobb.
Junior proudly served his country as a 20-year United States Navy...
Evelyn Catherine Slyder
Aug 15, 2026
Evelyn Catherine Slyder, born on January 2, 1931, in Baltimore, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026. Evelyn lived a full and meaningful life, leaving a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love that touched all those fortunate enough to know her.
Throughout her years, Evelyn devoted herself to caring for others both personally and professionally. She built a career as a...
Claudia Ann Willey Toothman
Aug 13, 2026
Claudia Ann Willey Toothman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, and friend, passed gently from this world on August 13, 2026, in the comfort of her home after an extended illness. Born on July 30, 1961, in Fairmont, Claudia’s life was a remarkable tapestry woven with devotion, kindness, and a tireless spirit that graced every heart she encountered.
Claudia’s journey began...
Doy Jennings Short
Aug 9, 2026
Doy Jennings Short, known to all as a dedicated family man and hard worker, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, at Webster Healthcare in Cowen after an extended illness. Born on July 3, 1930, in Coe, West Virginia, Doy’s life spanned 96 years filled with commitment, perseverance, and deep-rooted faith.
Doy began his working life in the coal mines, where...
Agnes Sherrill "Susie" Green
Jul 30, 2026
Agnes Sherrill "Susie" Green, affectionately known as Susie, passed away on July 30, 2026, in Charleston, West Virginia, at the age of 81 after an extended illness. Born on September 15, 1944, in Webster County, West Virginia, Susie was the cherished daughter of Samuel Edward Plummer and Alma Fletcher Plummer.
Susie's life was marked by deep devotion to her family and...
Albert Edward "Skip" Lanham
Jul 30, 2026
Albert Edward "Skip" Lanham, 74, born August 14, 1951, in Webster Springs, West Virginia, passed away unexpectedly after a short illness on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in WVU J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, West Virginia.
Affectionately known as "Skip," he was a lifelong resident of West Virginia, cherishing the close-knit community and rugged beauty that shaped his character and values.
Skip was...
Millard "Butch" Smith Jr.
Jul 29, 2026
Millard "Butch" Smith Jr., affectionately known as Butch, of Upper Glade, West Virginia, passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 29, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on June 12, 1961, in Richwood, West Virginia, Butch will be remembered as a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend.
Butch was a graduate of Webster County High School. He then followed...
Earnest Ray Giles
Jul 29, 2026
Earnest "Ray" Giles, 72 of Cowen, WV, passed from his earthly home to his eternal home on July 29th, 2026. He was born on July 8, 1954, the son of the late Frank and Erma Mullens Giles.
Ray was a christian and his love of the lord was unwaveringly. He attended the Half Acre Baptist Church on Cranberry Ridge until his...
Charles Delmar Ross, Jr.
Jul 21, 2026
Charles Delmar Ross, Jr., 60, of Bolair, passed away unexpectedly at home on July 21, 2026. Born in Fort Campbell, KY, he was the son of the late Charles Delmar Ross, Sr., and Gail R. Hamilton.
After high school, Charles pursued a career as a truck driver, last driving for Wenger Trucking. He cherished time spent on his Harley, hunting, enjoying...
Fredrick Allen Hollandsworth
Jul 21, 2026
Fredrick Allen Hollandsworth, aged 83, of Boggs, passed away peacefully at home on July 21, 2026, after an extended illness. Born on July 5, 1943, in Fairmont, Fred was the beloved son of the late Austin Hollandsworth and the late Cora Deloris Shaver.
Fred was a proud graduate of Cowen High School Class of 1961. He dedicated 22 years as a...
Mark Anthony Woods
Jul 19, 2026
Mark Anthony Woods, aged 61, of Cowen, departed from this world unexpectedly on July 19, 2026. Born and raised by his parents, Carmon and Linda Greene Woods of Cowen.
A proud alumnus of Webster County High School, class of 1982, he devoted 24 years as a respected foreman at Blythe Development. Before moving to North Carolina, Mark was employed by his...
Samuel Steve McCourt
Jul 17, 2026
Samuel Steve McCourt, aged 68, of Cowen, gracefully departed this life on July 17, 2026, at Summersville Regional Medical Center. Born in Sutton, he was the beloved son of Willis McCourt and Madalene Cogar McCourt.
For over four decades, Samuel dedicated himself to his work as a self-employed logger, a testament to his resilience and dedication. His life was enriched by...
Retha Hall
Jul 16, 2026
Retha Hall, born August 11, 1936, in Erbacon, WV, passed away with grace on July 16, 2026, at Summersville Healthcare Center following an extended illness. She leaves behind a legacy of service, love, and devotion.
A proud Air Force veteran, Retha served our nation from 1954 to 1956. She broke ground at the Monongahela Power Company, serving as the first woman...
William Lewis
Jul 14, 2026
Bill Lewis passed on July 14, 2026. He was born on Feb 18, 1945, to Roscoe & Glenna Lewis. He lived in Webster Springs, was a precious husband, dad, grandad, brother & friend, and was a great provider for his family. Bill was an avid outdoorsman & gardener.
Left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 60 years,...
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