Thelma (Keith) Neal, 89 of Gauley Bridge passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Thomas Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Born July 15, 1934, in Lockwood, WV. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Pribble Keith. Thelma was also preceded in death by her husband, Don Neal; sister, Rachel Blanchard; son, Larry (Louie) Neal and daughter, Donna Neal. Thelma was a Field Representative for the Census Bureau. She is survived by her grandchildren, Donald Taylor of Winfield,...

It is with great sadness the family of Elizabeth Diana Valentine (Manley), 65, announces her passing at Holzer Hospital, Gallipolis, OH on October 26, 2023, after battling a long-term illness.  She was a resident for the past 8 years at the Arbors at Pomeroy nursing facility in Pomeroy, OH.  The family would like to send a heartfelt appreciate for the wonderful care they gave her over the years.  She is survived by her daughters, Brittany Valentine of St. Albans, WV and...

Rev. Paul E. Young, 81 of Swiss, West Virginia went home to be with the Lord on September 21, 2023. Paul was born on January 4, 1942. In addition to his parents, Madison “Dick” and Dessie Stephenson, he was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law Pansey and Orgil Miller and father and mother-in-law Cecil and Lula Preast. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Carolyn M. Preast Young; sons, Joe (Beverly) Young and Rev. Timothy (Amy) Young; grandchildren,...

Anthony “Tony” Wayne Phillips was born 12/27/1976 in Montgomery, WV, to Tammy L Bibbee and Robert L “Togo” Phillips. Tony had 3 brothers: Jeremy (Melissa) of Altoona PA, Jason (Vanessa) of Sterling, VA, and Robert II of Glen Ferris, WV. He passed away unexpectedly and will be missed by so many. Over the years, Tony worked a variety of jobs including cooking, restaurant management, and luxury door manufacturing. He was a hustler and always found a way to land on his...

Larry James Auxier passed away on September 14th in Charleston, West Virginia. Larry was born on May 29th, 1949, to Collis Auxier and Ethel Atkins Auxier. He is survived by his wife Gladys, two daughters April Underwood and Amy Auxier, 6 grandkids and 13 great grandkids and his siblings, sisters Tiny Norman, Patricia Dorsey (Dale), Carolyn Adkins (Johnny) and his brother Vernon Auxier. Larry was proceeded in death by his father and mother Collis and Ethel two brothers, Jerry Auxier and...

Julie Frances Foster, 77, passed peacefully at her home in Lizemores surrounded by family on September 2, 2023.   Born on February 20, 1946, in Robson, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Stover and Betty Lively.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Guy Foster; brother Wayne Stover; sisters, Arbutus Beaver and Judy Taylor, grandson Leiland Lane, and great-grandson Eli Witt.  On June 30, 1962, at the age of 16, she...

Ralph Scott Miller of Dixie, WV, lost his 10-year battle with cancer on September 1. 2023, in Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley, WV. Born November 7, 1956, in Winchester, KY.  He was the son of the late Cleve and Lola Amburgy Miller. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one brother Gene and son, Brian Scott Miller. Ralph was employed as a mechanic for GCR Tires and Services in Charleston, WV.  He leaves behind his wife of 30 years, Rose Mary Shamblin...

Lois went to be with Jesus in the early morning of 8/25/23 in her home that she shared with her daughter for the last two years, due to her declining health. Lois was born in Gamoca, WV on 9/15/1935. To Maggie Blanche Johnson Wade and Dewey Wade.  Lois was a homemaker and a member of the Brownsville Holiness Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Ivan “Busy” Hamilton (father of her children) and Toby Saunders, and her beloved son Michael Hamilton. Lois...

Deborah Cogar Smith-Donahue, 65, of Dixie passed away peacefully at her home Sunday, August 20th, 2023, with her husband, family and friends by her side. She was third born, on July 4th, 1958, to the late Dallas and Freda Nichols Cogar. Debbie is survived by her husband Jerry Donahue; son, Chad Smith (Brandy) of Dixie; grandson, Austen Smith (Gina Adams) of Dixie; granddaughter, Jazlyn Smith of Dixie; sister, Kay Elswick; brothers, Carl Cogar (Judy) of Dixie, Doug Cogar (Tracy) of...

Tony Bradford Wilson passed away August 14, 2023, at the age of 51 years old. Tony was born January 14, 1972, to the late Albert Wilson and Donna McClung in Montgomery, WV. Tony was a Baptist by faith and attended Jodie Baptist Church when he was able. Left to cherish his memory, his mother, Donna McClung; a half-brother, Steve Neal; a step sister, Robin Rugledge; step- brother, Richard McClung; four wonderful aunts, he loved dearly, one uncle; several cousins and two nephews that were...