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.
Nicholas Alonzo Messer
Jan 17, 2019
Nicholas Alonzo Messer, 35 of Breeden, WV passed away Thursday January 17, 2018 at CAMC Memorial Hospital at Charleston, WV. He was born April 8, 1983 to David and Christine Messer of Breeden, WV. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lonzo and Audrey Vance of Dingess, WV, and Wansell Messer of Breeden, WV. In addition to his parents...
Joseph Tomblin
Jan 16, 2019
Joseph “Joe†Tomblin, 55 of Mt. Gay, WV passed away January 16, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital at Huntington, WV following a long battle with heart disease. He was born March 8, 1963 to the late Arkie and Nellie Johnson Tomblin of Mt. Gay, WV. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by: 3 brothers, Johnny,...
Barbara S. Ross
Jan 10, 2019
Barbara S. Ross, 71 of Shamrock passed away on January 10, 2019 at Logan Regional Medical Center. She was born March 23, 1947 in Logan County to the late Charles Wilson and Lou Cinda (Evans) Vannatter. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by: her husband of 43 years, Emory R. Ross; 3 brothers, Charles W....
Randall D. Adams
Jan 3, 2019
Randall D. Adams, 68 of Crooked Creek went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at the Pikeville Medical Center. He was born February 2, 1950 in Logan, WV the son of the late Solomon and Charlotte Adams. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandparents Dee and Vivian Hall, one...
Rebecca (Bek) Ann Baxter Adams
Dec 29, 2018
Rebecca Ann Baxter Adams, best known as “Bek,†was suddenly called to Heaven at the age of 45 on December 29, 2018 at Logan Regional Medical Center. Born April 25, 1973, Bek was the daughter of James “Jim†and Brenda Baxter. She is now reunited with those who preceded her in death: her sons Braxton Tyler and Jerron Robert Adams,...
Freda Hiroskey
Dec 16, 2018
Freda Hiroskey, 84 of Verdunville, WV departed this life Sunday December 16, 2018 at Ruby Memorial Hospital at Morgantown, WV. She was born November 18, 1934 to the late Sidney and Norma Adams Conley. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by: her son, John Anthony Hiroskey; 3 sisters, and 2 brothers. Freda worked in finance...
E. Miller Cope
Dec 15, 2018
E. Miller Cope, 78, of Logan, died December 15, 2018, at Dignity Hospice, Chapmanville, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Laura and Melvin Cope, and one brother, Garland Cope. He is survived by Judy, his loving wife of 54 years; three sons, Richard (Katherine) of Westfield, IN, Robert (Miranda) of Hurricane,...
Earle Braxton Queen
Dec 12, 2018
Earle Braxton Queen of Aracoma died peacefully on December 12, 2018. He was born June 1, 1927 in Logan, WV, the son of the late Samuel Braxton and Ernestine Emma Queen. Preceding Earle in death was his loving wife of 66 1/2 years, Radine Ammar Queen, his son John Samuel, granddaughters Sara and Lisa Queen and his brother, Ervin Samuel....
James Donald Robertson
Dec 5, 2018
James Donald Robertson, 75 of Davin, WV departed this life December 5, 2018 at his residence. He was born June 15, 1943 at Davin to the late Lucian and Lillian (Lyle) Robertson. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by: his son, Phillip Lane Robertson; 5 brothers, Paul Odell Robertson, William “Bill†Robertson, Dareld “Junior†Robertson,...
Corman Edward Butcher
Nov 17, 2018
Corman Edward Butcher, 88 of Anchor Rd, Chapmanville, WV, formally of Holden WV, departed this life on Nov 17, 2018 at his granddaughter’s residence. Corman was an U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean War and a retired coal miner. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday November 21, 2018 at Akers-James Funeral Home. Burial will follow in...
Steven Allen Bailey
Nov 15, 2018
Steven Allen Bailey was born on April 25, 1971 in Logan, WVA. He attended Omar Junior High School, Logan Senior High School and graduated from Pikeville High School in 1990 where he led Pikeville High School to their 3rd in a row AA Football Championship Game. He continued his football career at Union College and Marshall University respectfully. He also...
Matthew "Butch" Marcum
Nov 10, 2018
Matthew “Butch†Marcum, 57 of Verdunville departed this life Saturday November 10, 2018 at Logan Regional Medical Center after a battle with heart disease. He was born December 14, 1960 at Logan to Iretta Marcum and the late Rev. A.W. “Buddy†Marcum. In addition to his mother those left to cherish his memory include: the love of his life Darlene...
Nancy Carol Williams
Nov 6, 2018
Nancy Carol Williams, 74, of Logan, WV passed away peacefully November 6, 2018 at Logan Regional Medical Center surrounded by family and friends. She was born on December 8, 1943 at Pecks Mill, WV to the late Earl and Shirelda Ellis of Logan, WV. Also preceding her in death were 2 brothers: Earl Ellis Jr. and Charles Ellis and one...
Patricia Ann Kazee
Oct 31, 2018
Patricia Ann Kazee, widow of Freddie Kazee Sr., of Switzer passed away peacefully October 31, 2018 at Logan Regional Medical Center. She was born September 8, 1948 to the late James Lowe and Georgia Dean. Patti worked along with her late husband and son in the family business, Logan Carpet until retiring in 2008. Patti adored her grandchildren and each...
Kenneth Ray Johnson
Oct 28, 2018
Kenneth Ray Johnson Sr., 74 of Logan departed this life Sunday October 28, 2018 at Trinity Healthcare Services of Logan. He was born July 3, 1944 at Big Creek, WV to the late Emily Johnson. In addition to his mother he was also preceded in death by: his wife Phyllis Strother Johnson; and brother, Ronald Johnson. Those left to cherish...
Betty Jo Salisbury Summers
Oct 27, 2018
Betty Jo Salisbury Summers of Man, WV went to her heavenly home October 27th, 2018; leaving from the Genesis Health Care Center surrounded by family and friends. She was born April 5th, 1932 to the late Dewey and Sally McKinney Salisbury of Harold, KY. Also preceding her in death were five brothers: Aster, Charlie, Jim, Jack, and Earl, four sisters:...
Eunice Sue Podunavac-Fillinger
Oct 20, 2018
Eunice Sue Podunavac- Fillinger, 56 of Logan died suddenly Saturday, October 20th at her residence. She was born July 11, 1962 in Logan, a daughter of the late Jackie Brewster and Jimmy Holstein. In addition to her father she is survived by two sons; Brian (Kathryn) Podunavac of McConnell and Travis (Taylor) Podunavac of Madison. Three sisters; Kathy Woody of...
James Clifton Hutchinson
Oct 20, 2018
James Clifton Hutchinson, 82, of Godby Heights, departed this life after a short illness, Saturday, October 20, 2018, at Dignity Hospice of Chapmanville, surrounded by his family. Jim was born June 28, 1936 to the late Stokel and Florence Duty Hutchinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Brenda Hutchinson, Clara Roberts and a...
Arlis Dingess
Oct 17, 2018
Arlis D. Dingess, 86 of Henlawson went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 17, 2018 at Dignity Hospice House at Chapmanville surrounded by his loving family at his bedside following an extended illness. He was born March 26, 1932 at Whirlwind, WV in Logan County to the late Will Dingess and Stella Dingess Vance....
Jon Keith Lukacs
Sep 30, 2018
Jon Keith Lukacs, 43 of Holden, WV, departed this world on Sunday, September 30, 2018. Jon was born February 1, 1975 at Logan General Hospital. His passion was working on cars and spending his extra time helping family and friends. His most favorite job of all was being a Dad. The biggest part of his heart belonged to his son...
