Obituaries

Nov 11, 2025

Wanda Lee Arnold, born on the 7th of July, 1929, in the heart of Buckhannon, West Virginia, gracefully embarked on her final journey on the 11th of November, 2025, at the Webster Health Care Center. She was a cherished beacon of light and laughter, whose spirit touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable life.

A distinguished member of her community,...

Nov 7, 2025

Randell Gorden Bragg, Jr. of Cowen passed away on November 7, 2025 at 89 years of age, with family by his side.

Randell was born on August 26, 1936 in Jodie, WV. He proudly served as a Marine from 1956 until 1959 and then returned home to Cowen to go back to work for the coal mines.

He enjoyed working on lawn...

Nov 5, 2025

Karen "Jean" Prater Thomas,79, born on September 30, 1946, in Erbacon, West Virginia, passed away on November 5, 2025, at WVU United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, West Virginia, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved daughter of Willie Prater and Belecia Tonkin Prater, as well as the cherished sister of Marion "Dimples" Gregory.

A proud graduate of Cowen...

Nov 1, 2025

Debra Kay Keaton, 74 of Cowen, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on November 1, 2025, at WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia, with her family by her side. Born on July 24, 1951, in Morgantown, she was a proud graduate of St. Frances High School.

Throughout her life, Debra blossomed in her role as a glass...

Oct 31, 2025

Carl David Jones, a beloved figure in the lives of many, was born on December 17, 1951, in Richwood, West Virginia. He passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at the Tygart Center in Fairmont, West Virginia. Carl is remembered for his dedicated career as a security guard in the timber industry, where he not only ensured the safety of...

Oct 18, 2025

Brenda Lee Morris, born on July 15, 1959, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 18, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer that began in 1999. She was a pillar of strength, embodying faith and resilience throughout her life, and was a devoted Christian.

Brenda graduated from Webster County High School in 1977 and went...

Oct 13, 2025

Arthur Van Hamrick, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and community member, passed away peacefully at home in Bolair, West Virginia, on October 13, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on April 26, 1946, in Richwood, West Virginia, Arthur was known for his kind heart and passionate spirit.

Throughout his life, Arthur dedicated many years to the craft of carpentry,...

Sep 27, 2025

Johnny Ray Stout, 71, of Camden on Gauley passed away on September 27, 2025, at Summersville Regional Medical Center after an extended illness. Johnny was born in Webster Springs on December 5, 1953, the son of the late Floyd Stout and the late Lenore Miller Stout.

He was previously employed by Rico fabrication company and was an auto, diesel, and heavy...

Sep 21, 2025

In loving memory of Pauline “Polly” Loudermilk. Mom/Granny passed away September 21st, 2025, at the age of 92.

Polly loved life, she had many hobbies such as reading, sewing, bowling and quilting. Polly also loved to read James Patterson books. She had read most of his novels until dementia took that away from her. Polly loved sewing, she made many of...

Sep 12, 2025

Virgil William “Bill” Radcliff, 79, of Erbacon, passed away Friday, September 12, 2025, at Webster County Memorial Hospital, Webster Springs, after a sudden illness. He was born on September 21, 1945, in Braxton County, a son of the late Virgil and Myrtle Myers Radcliff.

Bill was a truck driver for over 30 years, mostly in the logging business. He was extremely...

Sep 2, 2025

Cecil Arden Sholes, 61, of Craigsville, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025, after a short illness. He was born on June 26, 1964, in Gary, Indiana a son of Harold “Butch” Sholes and Frances Hickman Sholes.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years Charlotte Sholes; father, Harold “Butch” Sholes; mother, Frances Sholes; brother, Phillip Sholes...

Aug 30, 2025

James Gaylord Fisher, 86, of Bolair, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Webster County Memorial Hospital, Webster Springs after an extended illness. He was born on May 2, 1939, in Fenwick, the son of the late Gedion and Iva Thomas Fisher.

James was a hard-working coal miner who provided for his family. He worked for over...

Aug 27, 2025

Norma Jean Hinkle, 79, of Craigsville passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, surrounded by her family.

She was born December 06, 1945, in Richwood WV a daughter to the late Clyde Edward (Eddie) and Agnes Davis Keffer.

Norma was a former employee of Kirkwood Winery, Summersville for...

Aug 24, 2025

Tim Wetzel passed away on August 24, 2025, due to medical issues. He was born in New Brighton, PA on May 19, 1963, the son of the late, Mary Louise Wiseman and Lee Wetzel

Tim was a self-proclaimed jack of all trades, master of none. He loved drag racing, ham radio, spending time with his cats, tinkering...

Aug 21, 2025

Kristel Janene Bean, 53, of Cowen passed away at her home, August 21st 2025. She was born March 18th 1972 in Richwood. She is the daughter of the late Richard Wayne Bean Sr and Joy Edevea Bean of Cowen.

Kristel was a 1990 graduate of Webster County High School. She was employed at Webster Health Care for...

Aug 17, 2025

Jerry Kenneth Mustoe, 64, of Bolair passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at his residence after a short illness. He was born on September 24, 1960, in Richwood, a son of the late William and Alma Springston Mustoe.

Jerry was a hard worker, having been a truck driver and equipment operator for over 50 years. He transported,...

Aug 13, 2025

Ralph Edward Miller

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7.

Ralph Edward Miller, 94, of Cowen passed away, after a short illness, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at his residence, with his family by his side. He was born on January 28, 1931,...

Aug 1, 2025

Linda Sue Jarvis Barnett, 72, of Summersville, formerly of Cowen, passed away peacefully, Friday, August 1, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 12, 1953, in Richwood, a daughter of the late Ada Jarvis.

Linda was a graduate of Cowen High School and formerly worked at the Y-Mart and Foodland before...

Jul 26, 2025

Sherry Ruth Bowman, 63, of Cowen passed away on July 26, 2025, at home. She was born on December 20, 1961, in Summersville, WV, the daughter of the late Dorthy Woods Hall.

Sherry was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family.

In addition to her mother, Sherry was preceded in death by her...

Jul 13, 2025

Ernest Edgell, 40, of Cowen passed away suddenly on July 13, 2025, at Webster County Memorial Hospital. He was born on April 26, 1985, in Wheeling, the son of Deborah Greathouse and the late Eugene Edgell.

Ernest worked in the fast-food business. He was a jack of all trades, loved riding Harleys and purchasing lottery tickets.