Obituaries

Jenna Elmore
March 31, 2026

Jenna Elmore

and as the Taylor Swift–loving teacher who brought warmth and light into her classroom each day.Along with her work as an educator, Jenna held a deep and lasting commitment to learning.
Darrell Blake, Jr.
January 22, 2026

Darrell Blake, Jr.

Darrell Edward Blake, Jr., 54, of Big Bend, WV, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at The Cleveland Clinic.He was born February 25, 1971, a son of Darrell E.
James Stump

James Stump

James Thompson (Tom) Stump of Elkview passed away January 13, 2026 at home with his family by his side.
January 14, 2026
David  Castle, I

David Castle, I

Mr. David Richard “Rick” Castle, I, 60 of Nellis went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 2026.Ricky was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend.He is preceded in death by
January 14, 2026
Sharon Williams

Sharon Williams

Sharon Lee ‘Shreve’ Williams, 65 of Hansford, passed away as a result of an auto accident January 7, 2026.She was a retired Registered Nurse and a member of the Hughes Creek Community
January 13, 2026
Betty Moore

Betty Moore

Mrs. Betty Lou Moore, 84, of Leon, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026, in the Hubbard Hospice House.Betty was a devoted homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family.
January 12, 2026
Matilda Rajapakse

Matilda Rajapakse

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mary Matilda Indranee (Ranee) Rajapakse, who departed this life peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.Mary Matilda Indranee (Ranee) Rajapakse
January 12, 2026
John Smith

John Smith

John Wesley “Jake” Smith, 67, of Charleston departed this life Saturday, January 10, 2026 at home.He was born September 25, 1958 in Charleston, WV.Jake served his country in the United States Navy.
January 12, 2026