Obituaries
Obituary Listing
Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Yet, for those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.
Melissa Leigh Mullins
Nov 30, 2025
In loving memory of Melissa Leigh Mullins, 46 of Holden, WV.
Melissa was born on January 17, 1979 and went home on November 30 2025 to be with the Lord. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Abighail Hamlet; grandparents, Louise and L.D. Hensley and Marvie and James Mullins.
Those left to cherish her memory, one daughter, Kennedy Hamlet of Huntington,...
Leah Rae Browning Conley
Nov 25, 2025
Leah Rae Browning Conley, 84 of Chapmanville, WV passed away peacefully November 25, 2025 at Logan Regional Medical Center with her family by her side.
She was born April 21, 1941 at Verdunville, WV the daughter of the late Clyde and Della Maynard. In addition to her parents Leah was also preceded in death by her husbands, Rayburn Browning and Lee...
Rita Spriggs
Nov 25, 2025
Rita Spriggs, 97 of Switzer, Wv departed this life Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Logan Regional Medical Center.
She was born June 15, 1928, in Massachusetts to the late Cecilia and Walter Ryzinski. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, George L. “Larry” Spriggs.
Those left to cherish her memory are her...
Brenda Joyce Sipple
Nov 11, 2025
Brenda Joyce (Porter) Sipple, 73 of Central City/Slab Town, Logan, WV went to her heavenly home to be reunited with her husband, Billy on their wedding anniversary, Tuesday, November 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born November 29, 1951, at Logan to the late Howard and Rema (Music) Porter. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded...
Karen L. McCloud
Nov 10, 2025
Karen L. (Rockel) McCloud, 69 of Dingess, WV went home to be with the Lord Monday, November 10, 2025.
She was born July 12, 1956 in Dayton, OH to the late Sherman and Mavis Rockel. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Dennis McCloud; son, Dennis “DJ” McCloud II; brothers, Sherman...
Dorothy Mae Frye
Oct 27, 2025
Dorothy Mae Frye (maiden - Moore)
September 22, 1934 - October 27, 2025
Dorothy Mae Frye, 91, of Logan, West Virginia, departed this life peacefully for her heavenly home after an extended illness on October 27, 2025. Born on September 22, 1934, in Louisa, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Edith Marie York and Giles Howard Moore.
Dorothy grew up in Louisa before...
Margaret “Midge” Cox
Oct 17, 2025
Margaret Lee (Midge) Cox of Aracoma passed from this life on Friday, October 17, 2025 at CAMC General Hospital. Midge was born at Monaville WV on January 18, 1931 and was not expected to survive due to her very small size. Much to the amazement and joy of all she did survive and eventually thrived.
Midge was the daughter of Elbert...
Martha E. Daniel
Oct 11, 2025
Martha E. Daniel
Longtime English Teacher and Beloved Member of the Logan Community(Logan, West Virginia)
It is with love and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Martha Jane Elmore Daniel, a devoted educator and cherished member of the Logan, West Virginia community.
Martha passed away peacefully in Westlake, Ohio on October 11, 2025, after a brief illness.Born on June 27, 1937,...
Joan Elaine Baker Boyd
Oct 3, 2025
Joan Elaine Baker Boyd, 78, of Manakin Sabot, Virginia March 25, 1947 - October 3, 2025
“Your spirit here eternally I see your halo shine. You fly into my dreams and when I am asleep I feel your wings brush against my face wiping away the tears I shed.”
Amidst the tears, we can only celebrate the beautiful life of Joan Baker...
Evelyn Baisden
Sep 28, 2025
Evelyn Rockel Baisden, 76 of Verdunville, WV departed this life Sunday, September 28, 2025 at her home.
She was born May 9, 1949 at Naugatuck to the late Nettie (Marcum) and Noah Thomas Rockel. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Henderson Baisden Jr., stepfather, Don Porter; father and mother-in-law, Henderson and Lucille Baisden;...
Bobby Joe Copley
Sep 27, 2025
Bobby Joe Copley, 64 of Rutledge, TN formerly of Crum, WV departed this life Saturday, September 27, 2025 at his home in Rutledge TN.He was born September 12th 1961, at home in Mingo county West Virginia to Vicie Copley and the late Walter Copley.He was a Coal Miner for 30 years and also loved to play musical instruments and rebuild old...
Kimberly Dawn Ooten
Sep 21, 2025
Kimberly Dawn (Burgess) Ooten, 57 years of age, departed this life on September 21st at Logan Regional Hospital. She was born September 9th, 1968.She was the daughter of Glenna Burgess and the late Elzie J. Burgess. She is survived by mother Glenna Burgess, daughter Layla Ooten, son Emile Galaska, step-son L.C. (Julie) Ooten, grandsons Brady and Benjamin and children, sister...
Pauline Fortune
Sep 15, 2025
Helen Pauline Conner Williams Fortune was born on September 12, 1933, at Stollings, West Virginia, to Clarence E. and Beatrice B. Conner, the youngest childof five children and only daughter.
Pauline was a graduate of Logan High School in 1951and National Business College in Roanoke, Virginia.She worked several years for the law firm of Valentine & Beddow in Logan and was...
Betty Ellis Chapman
Sep 7, 2025
Betty Ellis Chapman, born September 27, 1934, in Henlawson, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on September 7, 2025.
Born to the late Emert and Sarah Lou Ellis, Betty grew up surrounded by a large and loving family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold “Red” Chapman; her sisters Mary Hatcher, Ernestine Stultz, Ailine Spurlock,...
Alvin Richard Hager
Aug 26, 2025
Alvin Richard Hager 85, of Ethel, West Virginia, departed from this life on August 26, 2025 while at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia. He was born on December 3, 1939 to the late Stollie and Rena Hager.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Leon, Paul, Willis, and Roy; sisters, Geneva, Char, Jo Ann,...
George Amos Deer
Aug 20, 2025
George Amos Deer, 71, of Mt. Gay, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Logan Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.Born September 30, 1953, he was the son of the late Butler and Lucy Thompson Deer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Graham, Dorothy...
Justin Wesley McMillion
Aug 7, 2025
Justin Wesley McMillion of Chapmanville, WV died of a tragic car accident on August 7, 2025.
Born February 12,1990 in Greenbrier county WV
Left to cherish his memory are his dad Joel McMillion, his grandmother, several siblings, aunts and uncles and extended family.
Justin fought many battles in his lifetime but had found God and his loving girlfriend Kimberly Marcum. He enjoyed hunting...
Roger Dale Compton
Aug 6, 2025
Roger Dale Compton, 81 of Logan, WV went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Trinity Healthcare of Logan.
He was born June 4, 1944 to the late Earl and Nora Compton. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Peggy Sue, Iris, Wanda, and Linda; brothers, Johnny and Jackie.
Dale is...
Ruby Moore
Jul 27, 2025
Just as the warmth of summer fades into the stillness of autumn, so has Ruby (Adkins) Moore “The Jewel of West Logan”, embarked on a journey beyond our sight. Leaving behind a legacy as vibrant and enduring as the colors of the changing leaves on July 27, 2025 at 91 years.
Ruby’s mother, Ella Victoria (Queen) Adkins, was blessed with her arrival...
William Charles Spry
Jul 21, 2025
William Charles “Bill” Spry, 73 of Wilkinson, WV formerly of Holden, WV departed this life on Monday, July 21, 2025 surrounded by his family.
Bill was born February 13, 1952 at Holden to the late William Earl and Dorothy Jean (Deer) Spry. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Charlie and Susan Deer;...
