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.
Darrell Lee Ellis
Jun 25, 2024
Darrell Lee Ellis, affectionately known as "Suggie," passed away on June 25, 2024, at the age of 69 surrounded by family. He was born on August 28, 1954, in Boone County, WV, and had resided the rest of his years in Logan County, WV.
Darrell was a man who was passionate about football and spending time conversing with his loved ones...
Ruth Stinson
Jun 13, 2024
Janice “Ruth” Layne Stinson, 95 of Crooked Creek passed away peacefully on the morning of June13, 2024.
Ruth was born on April 3, 1929 to parents Aubry and Junia Layne. She was the oldest sibling and later was joined by brother Bryan and sister Diana.
She attended Logan High School and graduated in 1947.
She married her sweetheart Claude William Stinson on June...
Jack Ryan Hatfield
May 29, 2024
Jack Ryan Hatfield (“J.R.”), 46, of South Charleston, formerly of Logan, left this world on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024 at Thomas Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 21, 1977 in Holden, West Virginia to Diane Hatfield of South Charleston and Jack Hatfield Jr. of Fort Myers, Fl. He grew up in Holden and was a 1994...
Thomas Staggs Sr.
May 28, 2024
Thomas Duane Staggs Sr. 86, of Logan, WV gained his heavenly wings on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Pikeville Medical Center after a sudden illness.
He was born October 7, 1937, to the late Harry and Mary (Forbes) Staggs of Logan WV. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Lorean (Williamson) Staggs; his parents, Harry and...
Billy Clyde Browning
May 20, 2024
Billy C. Browning, 81 of Verdunville, WV, went to be with the Lord on May 20, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center after a battle with lung cancer. Billy was born on November 22, 1942, in Logan, WV, and was the third youngest of the twelve children of Johnny Browning and Elva Pettit Browning of Dempsey Branch, WV.
He was...
Benny Joe Justice
May 17, 2024
Benny Joe Justice, 95 of Whitman, WV, left this world on Friday, May 17, at Logan Regional Medical Center, Logan, WV.
Benny was born on September 5, 1928, in Martin County, KY. He was the son of John A. and Mary Elda (Endicott) Justice.
Benny was raised on Rock Castle Creek, KY, and later on Silver Creek, WV, in Wayne County. He spoke...
Thomas Jeffrey Collins
May 16, 2024
Thomas Jeffery Collins 45 of Mudfork, West Virginia departed this life and entered eternal rest on May 16th 2024. He was born on September 10th, 1978 in Logan, West Virginia to Bobby “Porky” and Mary “Koochie” Collins.Jeff had an infectious smile. He loved music and singing was his passion. He never met a stranger and he was known for his...
Cline Franklin Waugh Jr.
May 11, 2024
Cline “Frank” Franklin Waugh, Jr., 72, of McConnell, WVwent to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Saturday, May 11, 2024, after a sudden illness. He was born April 25, 1952, in Logan, WV. Frank was preceded in death by his mother, Doris Robinette Waugh; father, Cline Franklin “Cotton” Waugh, Sr.; and brother, Randy Adams.
Frank is survived by his wife of 48 years, Linda Lambert Waugh; sons: U.S Air Force Master Sargent (retired) Robert(Allison) Lucas of North Pole, Alaska; Brian (Amy Samples)F. Waugh of Charleston; Ryan...
Lucy Small
May 1, 2024
Lucy Marie Small, born and raised in Logan, WV, drew her last breath on May 1, 2024, after 92 beautiful years of life. She was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Deward Small; parents James and Icy Marie Short Napier; four sisters: Faye Rollins, Garnet Vance, Mazie Browning, Lois Amburgey; brother Lacy Proffitt; daughter, Rhonda Gent; granddaughter, Tilah Moore and two sons-in-law, Jerry Kennedy and George Owens, Jr.
Lucy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a woman that...
Linda Baisden
Apr 28, 2024
Linda Lane Baisden, 77 of Verdunville departed this life Sunday, April 28, 2024, at her home.
She was born February 14, 1947, in Boone County, WV to the late Edmond Kelly Bias and Virginia Catherine Bias. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her first husband, Charles Burke; sister, Shirley Miller; and brother-in-law, Jerry Miller.
She is...
Jessica Norman
Apr 24, 2024
Jessica Mae Dingess Norman, 87 of Crooked Creek passed away on April 24, 2024, at Trinity Health Care of Logan.
She was born in Logan County on February 23, 1937, to the late Frenchie and Ernestine Whitman Dingess Beckett. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Harold “Bat” Norman; infant daughter, Brenda; twin brother,...
Robert Meadows
Apr 16, 2024
Robert Everett Meadows, born on August 10, 1956, passed away on April 16, 2024, at the age of 67.A retired veteran of the Army, born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, Robert dedicated his life to honor and service. After service, he focused his education on civil engineering and contributed to the commercial construction industry, leaving an indelible mark on landmarks...
Steve Podunavac
Apr 11, 2024
Steve Podunavac, 84, of Henlawson, WV went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 11, 2024. He went peacefully from his home surrounded by his devoted family.
He was born on November 6, 1939 at Ethel, WV. He was the son of the late Mike and Hurl Podunavac In addition...
Ann Drake Vickers
Apr 8, 2024
Ann Drake Vickers, 99 of Logan, went home to be with her Lord on April 8, 2024, at CAMC Hospice.
Ann was born on April 12, 1925, to the late Opie French and Delpha Nester Drake. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Joseph E. (Edgie) Vickers; great-grandson, Lucas Drake Lyons of Charleston; three...
Larry Mitchell
Mar 30, 2024
Larry Mitchell passed too soon on March 30th at 7:30 AM, in Charleston, West Virginia surrounded by his family. He was a loving, kind, and upstanding member of the community of Logan for over 70 years, treating all those around him like family, and willing to help anyone in need. As a construction worker, he was no stranger to hard work...
Louella Copley
Mar 30, 2024
Louella Copley, 96 of Ethel departed this life Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center.
She was born September 15, 1927, at Ethel to the late Elza and Susanne (Damron) Roberts. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Donald Blaine Copley; sons, Gary, Jaime, and Bob Copley; grandchildren, Bobby Copley and Rhonda...
Elmo Ellis Jr.
Mar 25, 2024
Elmo Ellis Jr, 69 of Holden gained his wings at Logan Regional Medical Center on March 25, 2024, and is rejoicing in heaven, praising his Lord and Savior.
He was born December 18, 1954, to the late Elmo Ellis Sr & Martha Williams Ellis, in addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his Father & Mother-in-law, Elmer...
Curtis Roger Browning
Mar 5, 2024
Curtis “Roger” Browning, 82 of Verdunville, WV, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born on Oct. 31, 1941, at Dempsey Branch, WV. He fought a hard battle against cancer.
He is survived by his second wife of 5 years, Diana Walls Chapman Tomblin Vance Browning, his children, Tonya Browning-Marcum, Kimberly Shawn...
Ruth Ann Blankenship
Feb 29, 2024
Ruth Ann Blankenship, 85 formerly of Logan, WV went home to be with the Lord Thursday, February 29th, 2024 at home surrounded by her family.She was born June 10, 1938, in McDowell County, WV to the late Mable and Howard Hobbs. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her sisters, Betty Dingess, Jean Duncan, and...
Gary Lee Wellman
Feb 29, 2024
Gary Lee Wellman, 89 of Dingess, West Virginia went home to be with the Lord on February 29th, 2024, at Charleston Area Medical Center, due to a long illness.
He was born June 12, 1934, to the late Hugh and Della Wellman of Dingess. Gary was 1 of 9 children.
Gary was a U.S. Army Veteran and was retired from self-employment as a carpenter/aluminum salesman/installer....
