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Local obituaries for the Charleston, WV area

Jon Davis

Jon Davis

January 13, 2025

Jon Scott Davis, 60, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on January 13, 2025, in Wheeling, West Virginia. Jon was born January 7, 1965, in Conway, Arkansas to the late Johnny Davis and Kathleen Fulmer Davis. 

Jon served proudly in the US Air Force. He worked in the oil and gas industry for New Tech Global. 

Jon enjoyed playing golf with his father...

David M Porterfield

David M Porterfield

January 9, 2025

David Michael Porterfield, of Morgantown, WV, formerly of Charleston, WV, and Huntington, WV, died at his residence on January 9, 2025. He was the son of Ralph and Clara Porterfield, deceased. David was born June 16, 1945, in Oak Hill, WV. He was a graduate of Mullens High School and Concord College. 

Often called Mike by family and friends, he enjoyed...

Calvin Decker

Calvin Decker

January 2, 2025

The Decker Family wishes to announce, with a very heavy heart, the passing of their beloved father Calvin Decker. Who passed peacefully on January 2, 2025, at the age of 59. He was a loving father to Leah Crawford (Decker). And a cherished grandfather to four grandchildren whom he loved.

He was Known for his kindness, sense of humor, and love...

George H Saltonstall Sr.

George H Saltonstall Sr.

December 24, 2024

George Saltonstall, 75, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away on December 24, 2024 at Hubbard Hospice House. George was born on August 5, 1949, in Norwalk, Connecticut, to Richard Saltonstall and Helen DeRosa. George passed away of a sudden illness while visiting relatives. 

Per Georges's request, he was cremated, and arrangements in Vero Beach, Florida, are under the care of Thomas...

Micah Dudley

Micah Dudley

December 7, 2024

Micah Ramon Dudley, 47, of Charleston, WV, tragically lost his life on December 7, 2024 in an automobile accident. Micah was born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 6, 1977. 

He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Pastor Hazel Dudley-Berry, and his great-grandmother, Mary Walker-Dudley. Micah is survived by his mother, Valeria Dudley, sisters Vikki Holloway (Victor) and Mary Dudley, brothers...

Michael Birch

Michael Birch

November 30, 2024

Michael Birch passed away on November 30, 2024, at the CAMC Memorial Hospital. He was born on March 8, 1967, to Charles Birch and Suzzane Jones. 

Michael is preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his daughter Amber Birch of Ellensburg, WA, and sister Cindy Shafer of Spotsylvania, VA.

Per his wishes, Michael is being cremated and...

Violet Katelyn Nicole Thompson

Violet Katelyn Nicole Thompson

November 28, 2024

Violet Thompson, 18, of Charleston, West Virginia, who preferred to go by her middle name, Katelyn, passed away unexpectedly on November 28, 2024, accompanied by her unborn daughter. Katelyn was born July 18, 2006, and was lost far too soon. 

She is survived by her sister, Leather Cheyanne Thompson, and brother, Jessie Thompson, both of South Carolina.

At this time, there are...

Jacob Keller

Jacob Keller

November 28, 2024

Jacob Boyd Keller, 87, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on November 28, 2024. His sister and caregiver, Nancy Crouch, was by his side at his time of passing. Jacob was born on February 12, 1937, to Herbert Keller and Irene Drake.

Jacob is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Maxwell Keller, Rodney Keller, Charles Keller, and Thomas Keller, and...

Donald Tucker

Donald Tucker

November 20, 2024

Donald Lee Tucker, 76, of Kenna, West Virginia, passed away on November 20, 2024. Donald was born on June 9, 1948, to John Richard Tucker and Wavie Marie McGinnis.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, John Richard Tucker Jr., Gary Wayne Tucker, and Loyd “Sonny Boy” Nelson Thomas Jr. He is survived by his sisters, Donna Hope...

Gary Bragg

Gary Bragg

November 19, 2024

Gary Ray Bragg, 62, of Layland, West Virginia, died at the Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, West Virginia on November 19, 2024.

Gary was born in Beckley on October 6, 1962, to the late Charles Adkins and Wanda Bragg. Gary is survived by his wife, Narcia Bragg, and daughter, Amanda Bragg, as well as his sisters, Linda Winllel, Mellisa Claypool, and...

Peggy Sue Herrera

Peggy Sue Herrera

November 2, 2024

Peggy Sue Herrera, 51, of Elkview, West Virginia, passed away on November 2, 2024, at CAMC Memorial Hospital. Peggy was born on October 3, 1973, in Sycamore, Illinois, to Rexine McClure and the late Charles Setser.

Peggy is preceded in death by her son Antonio Yarborough. She is survived by her daughter, Teara Setser of Bullsgap, Tennessee,

Brothers Tim Setser of Rogersville, Tennessee,...

Terry Rink

Terry Rink

November 1, 2024

Terry Wadsworth Rink, 57, of Elkview, WV, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, peacefully passed away on November 1, 2024, at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, West Virginia. Born on January 3, 1967, in Renovo, Pennsylvania, Terry lived a life filled with love, dedication, and warmth. She was the cherished daughter of the late Charles and Anna (McGill) Wadsworth of...

John D. Akers Sr.

John D. Akers Sr.

October 17, 2024

In the early hours of October 17, 2024, during the brightest hunter's moon, God called John D. Akers, Sr. home to Heaven. John loved the Lord and was so ready to go. 

John spent most of his working career as a coal miner, both underground and surface mining. He was a survivor of the October 1951 mining explosion at Kayford, WV,...

Philip Walden

Philip Walden

October 13, 2024

Philip Allen Walden, 55, of Charleston entered Heavens Gates on October 13, 2024, surrounded by family and listening to gospel music. Philip was born on September 27, 1969, in Charleston, WV.

Philip was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School. He wanted to do one good act of kindness each day. In his prayers, he always said “Keep the love in...

Alona McKeever

Alona McKeever

October 12, 2024

Alona “Lorna” McKeever, 62, of Charleston, WV, gained her wings on October 12, 2024, after a long illness. She passed at CAMC Memorial with her family by her side.

Alona was born in Charleston to Albert Lacy and Margaret Elizabeth Nelson Redmon. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her 10-year-old son, William Suntay Nelson; husband, William...

Bridgett Jones

Bridgett Jones

October 12, 2024

Bridgett Dawn Jones(Nutt), 43, passed away peacefully in the early afternoon of October 12th, 2024, in Charleston, West Virginia. She was born on November 9th, 1980, at the OSU Hospital located in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of Deborah Nutt and Floyd Nutt Sr. On this earth, she’s got her daughter Asia Coldren, Mother Deborah, Sister Tammy, and Brother Floyd Jr....

Patricia Ann Cantley

Patricia Ann Cantley

October 8, 2024

Patricia Ann Cantley, 82, departed this life on October 8, 2024, as a resident of Genesis Putnam Center, Hurricane, WV. Preceding her in death were her husband, Robert Cantley, her son, Terry Cantley, and brothers, Cart Bishop, Charles E. Bishop, and Gayle Bishop.

She is survived by sons Chris Cantley of Marmet and Tony (Katrina) Cantley of Shrewsbury and sisters Alice...

John Ray Willingham

John Ray Willingham

October 1, 2024

John Ray Willingham, 67, of Charleston, WV, passed away on October 1, 2024, at Hospice Care CAMC Memorial. Per his request, there will be no services at this time.

Elk Funeral & Cremation Service is honored to be serving the Willingham family.

Shianna Newhouse

Shianna Newhouse

October 1, 2024

Shianna Brooke Newhouse, 16, of St. Albans, got her Heavenly Wings on October 1st, 2024. Shianna passed away at her home, where she lived with her mom and dad, Kathy and Kevin Newhouse, and sister Chellyan Chapman, 17. Shianna was preceded in death by grandfather Harold Newhouse, great-grandmother Naomi Cavender, great-grandfather Red Cavender, grandfather Kenneth Chapman, and grandmother Martha Chapman....

Dennis Reynolds Jr.

Dennis Reynolds Jr.

September 26, 2024

Dennis Lee Reynolds Jr., 59, of Charleston, WV, passed away on September 26, 2024, at Cedar Ridge Center, Sissonville, WV. Dennis is preceded in death by his father, Dennis Lee Reynolds Sr. He is survived by his mother, Constance Coonfare of Haines City, FL, wife, April Reynolds of Charleston, WV, and daughters, Megan Reynolds of Huntington, WV, Morgan Reynolds of...