Obituaries
Obituaries in Cowen, West Virginia
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 1984, 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,...
Ronald Cleveland "Butch" Williams
Jul 13, 2026
Ronald “Butch” C. Williams, age 79, of St. Albans (formally of Cowen), West Virgina passed away on July 13, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born in Cowen, WV on December 30, 1946, to Cecil Ray and Vada Lee (Weese) Williams.
Following graduation from Cowen High School, he served in the US Air Force and US Army before becoming an...
Homer Curtis Junior Mullens
Jul 6, 2026
Homer "Butch" Curtis Junior Mullens, a beloved husband, devoted father and grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV. Born in Richwood on September 14, 1947, Butch touched the lives of all who knew him with his kindness, unwavering loyalty, and deep commitment to family.
His early years in Richwood...
William "Rosco" Rose
Jul 6, 2026
William "Rosco" Rose, 83, of Cowen, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026.
Born on April 18, 1943, in Webster County, West Virginia, Rosco was the son of the late Eugene "Gene" Rose and Arlice Barnett "Lucy" Rose. He graduated from Cowen High School with the Class of 1961. Following graduation, he traveled to Ohio, where he met Charlotte,...
Lydia Melvina Woods
Jul 6, 2026
Lydia Melvina Woods, 83, passed away peacefully on July 6,2026 at the Bowers House peacefully with her Granddaughter Devon by her side she is leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and kindness.
Born on July 17, 1942, in Nicholas County, West Virginia, Lydia spent the last 8 years of her life at Hilltop Center Long-Term Care, where she was cared...
Kenneth Lynn Linkous
Jul 4, 2026
Kenneth Lynn Linkous, born January 1, 1979, in Webster Springs, West Virginia, passed away on July 4, 2026. A son of James Linkous and Barbara Ruth Gavin, both of whom preceded him in death.
Kenneth was a carpet installer. He loved to hunt and travel.
He is survived by his sister, Dora Hamrick, and brothers, Billy Joe Stephenson, Burl Eugene Stephenson, and...
Charlotte Elaine (Holbrook) Bennett
Jul 2, 2026
Charlotte Elaine (Holbrook) Bennett, 75 of Cowen, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born on May 3, 1951, in Sutton, West Virginia, Charlotte was the daughter of the late Hershel Angus Holbrook and Helen Barnett Holbrook.
Charlotte was the heart of her family and loved having everyone together. She looked forward to holidays, filling her...
Freda Arlene Armentrout
Jun 30, 2026
Freda Arlene Armentrout passed away on June 29, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Kincaid, West Virginia, to Lewis and Edith Newhouse.
We remember and celebrate a woman whose life was defined by love, generosity, and quiet strength. She didn't seek attention yet left a lasting impression on everyone she met through her kindness, her actions,...
Nancy Ann Hizer
Jun 19, 2026
Nancy Ann Hizer, 57, of Cowen passed away unexpectedly at home on June 19, 2026. She was born on October 7, 1968, in Oak Hill the daughter to Alice Adkins and the late Richard Richardson.
Nancy was a graduate of Webster County High School. She was a previous employee for WV Choice for over ten years providing in-home health care.
Nancy...
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