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Larry Lindsay Conner
Apr 29, 2026
Larry L. Conner, 79, of Bluefield, West Virginia, formerly of Crumpler, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at WVU Hospital, with his beloved wife by his side. He cherished and deeply loved her, and he found his greatest happiness in the life they shared.
Born on August 17, 1946, he was the son of the late...
Johnny Lee Bolen
Apr 27, 2026
Johnny Lee Bolen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully at his home on April 27, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on March 3, 1957, in Grundy, Virginia, Johnny lived a life marked by a passion for family and heritage.
Johnny’s life was rich with meaningful memories, among them were the countless...
Dominic Hall
Apr 26, 2026
Dominic Hall, 16, of Freeman, WV, passed away Friday, April 24, 2026. Born October 17, 2009 in Kingsport, TN, he was a son of Glen Hall of Freeman, WV and Angel Brown of New Mexico. Dominic was currently being homeschooled and in the ninth grade.
Those left to cherish Dominic's memory are his dad, Glen Hall of the home; this mother,...
Howard Chris Dale
Apr 26, 2026
Howard “Chris” Dale, 69, of Clemmons, North Carolina, formerly of Bluewell, West Virginia, passed away on April 26, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mila Dale of McDowell County, West Virginia, and his brother and sister-in-law, Allen and Peggy Dale of Sandlick, West Virginia.
Chris was born on December 30, 1956. He was a graduate of Northfork...
Lonnie Coy Dunn, Sr.
Apr 25, 2026
Lonnie Coy Dunn Sr, 76, of Bluefield WV passed away at home on April 25, 2026, after a lengthy battle with Parkinsons disease.
He was born on March 10, 1950, in Mercer County. He was the son of the late Coy Oscar and Laula Hodges Dunn. He spent most of his life in Montcalm WV before moving to Bluefield in his...
Martha Jo McVey
Apr 22, 2026
Our beautiful mother, Martha Jo McVey, gained her heavenly body April 22nd 2026. She was born July 23rd 1956 to the late Myrtle Marie Minnix and Thurman Minnix, and called West Virginia home her entire life. We were blessed to have a mother who understood that the important things in life weren’t material, money or notoriety. She dedicated her entire...
Robert Joseph Yuhasz
Apr 21, 2026
Robert (Bob) Joseph Yuhasz, age 76, passed away on April 21, 2026, at Lewis Gale Hospital in Salem, VA, surrounded by family. Bob was born on October 19, 1949, in Gary, WV, and was the 3rd of 5 sons of Zola Mae Johnson and John Louis Yuhasz. He grew up in Gary, WV, and graduated as a “Coal Digger” in...
Mark Andrew Sutton
Apr 18, 2026
Mark Andrew Sutton, 51, of Bluefield, WV passed away on April 18th, 2026. Mark was born on June 11th, 1974 and is son to Pearl Britt (Scarberry) and Melvin Britt, as well as Larry Sutton and Natalie Sutton. He graduated from Mt. View High School and worked as a Diesel Mechanic through his life.
In addition to Larry & Natalie Sutton,...
Jerry Bruce Sizemore
Apr 18, 2026
Jerry Bruce Sizemore, 79, of Bluefield, WV, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Mercer Nursing and Rehab. Born July 31, 1946 in Algoma, WV, he was the son of the late William and Faye Blevins Sizemore. Jerry was a proud veteran of the United States Army and was a truck driver. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded...
Ellen Grahovac
Apr 18, 2026
Ellen Belcher Grahovac, 94, of Conklintown, WV, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026 at her home. Born January 29, 1932 in Anawalt, WV, she was a daughter of the late Harrison Belcher and Freeda Caldwell Bridgeman. Ellen was a member of the Jenkinjones Methodist Church and was a homemaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...
Randy Eugene Nichols
Apr 17, 2026
Randy Eugene Nichols, 70, of Northfork, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026 at WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital.
Born on January 15, 1956 in Welch, he was a son of the late James Edward and Patricia Ellen Marshall Nichols. He was a retired roof bolter and coal miner.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James Nichols.
Survivors...
Mary Elizabeth Woody
Apr 16, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Caudill Woody, 82, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on August 12, 1943, Mary was the cherished daughter of Howard Clifton “Cliff” Caudill and Nettie Elizabeth Baber Caudill, both of whom preceded her in death.
Married on October 8, 1961, Mary and Bobby shared 48 blessed years together before he...
Willie June Wilkins
Apr 15, 2026
Willie June Wilkins, 89, of Keystone, departed this life on April 15, 2026 at his home.
Memorial services will be conducted on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Mt. Chapel Batist Church in Keystone with Rev. Kenneth Brown officiating.
Larry Dewayne Burks
Apr 15, 2026
Larry Dewayne Burks, 60, of Bluefield, WV, formerly of Kimball, WV passed away on April 15th at Roanoke Memorial Hospital from a brain aneurysm.
Born on August 12, 1965, in Welch, WV, Larry was the son of the late Felix and Mary Burks. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Homer Burks and sister, Lucille Burks-Green.
Larry was a longtime...
Earl Roger Lacy, Sr.
Apr 15, 2026
Rev. Earl Roger Lacy, Sr., 88, of Bluewell, WV, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Mercer Nursing and Rehab in Bluefield.
Born on February 5, 1938 in Montcalm, he was a son of the late Rev. Roy and Hazel Hicks Lacy. He was a longtime member and pastor at Coaldale Freewill Baptist Church. He was a retired bus driver...
Cooper Lane Brown
Apr 14, 2026
Cooper Lane Brown, affectionately known as "Fat Man," was born on February 12, 2026, at CAMC Women’s and Children’s Hospital. Despite entering the world at just 24 weeks old, Cooper demonstrated extraordinary strength and resilience, qualities that would define his brief but deeply impactful life. He passed away on April 14, 2026, at the same hospital, having fought bravely for...
Sharon Kay Coburn
Apr 13, 2026
Sharon Kay Davis Coburn, 64, of Bluefield, WV, passed away Monday, April 13, 2026 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born May 30, 1961 in Bluefield, WV, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Alice Gravely Davis. Sharon had attended the Church of Jesus Christ in Pocahontas and was a Cook at Bluefield State University. In addition to her parents,...
Michael Ray Treolo
Apr 12, 2026
Michael Ray Treolo, born June 9, 1964, passed away at his home on April 12, 2026. He was known for his great sense of humor and unwavering love for those closest to him. Michael's warmth and laughter were a cherished presence in the lives of all who had the privilege to know him.
A proud graduate of Bluefield High School, Michael...
Susan Beth Tucker
Apr 11, 2026
Susan Beth Tucker, 78, of New Port Richey, FL, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Gulfside Hospital Hospice. Born April 23, 1947 in Brooklin, New York, she was a daughter of the late Seymour Tucker and Evelyn Rich. Susan received her A.B. degree in Criminal Justice from Kaplan University. She was a police Sargent who was one of the...
Andy Raisovich, Jr.
Apr 10, 2026
Andy Raisovich Jr left his earthly home April 10th, 2026, surrounded by his precious daughter and granddaughter who were the light of his life. Andy was born on September 9th, 1940, as a resident of O’toole WV. Later, he settled in Montcalm WV where he lived and raised his son and daughter. He was a perfectly devoted Daddy and Papaw....
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