Obituaries

Local Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Obituaries

Cynon Celestino Penas

Cynon Celestino Penas

May 27, 2025

The Penas family lost Cynon Celestino Penas, age 42, of Fort Worth, FL on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at JFK hospital. He is the youngest grandchild of the late Frank Penas, Sr. and Catherine Penas and the youngest child of the late Frankie and Belinda Penas. Cyn grew up in Bluewell - leaving for Florida soon after high school graduation....

Jason Lee Lambert

Jason Lee Lambert

Jul 1, 2025

Jason Lambert Sr. 57 of Eckman, WV went to be with the Lord July 1, 2025 after battling a long illness. He was a hard working man that put God first in his life and his family. Always helping someone in need. He was a great husband to his wife of 39 years Marlene Lambert. A wonderful father to his...

George Washington Stevenson

George Washington Stevenson

Jun 29, 2025

George W. Stevenson, age 100, of Bluefield, Virginia passed away on June 29, 2025 at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, WV. He had been living in Beckley, WV with his daughter for the last 7 weeks. George was born in Lex, WV on September 27, 1924 to Bethel Marion and Sadie Ann Stevenson.

George was a member of Sweet Home Baptist...

Ricky Shane Hagerman

Ricky Shane Hagerman

Jun 29, 2025

Ricky Shane Hagerman

October 2, 1961 – June 29, 2025

Ricky Shane Hagerman, 63, of Jolo, WV, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, in Rock, WV surrounded by family.

Born on October 2, 1961, in Welch, WV, Rick was the son of the late Zola and William “Son” Hagerman. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Rayetta Hagerman, six...

Reverend Glen Ray Cartwright

Reverend Glen Ray Cartwright

Jun 28, 2025

Reverend Glen Ray Cartwright, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on October 2, 1954, Glen’s life was defined by his deep dedication to his family, his faith, and his service.

A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Glen served his country with honor and distinction. His...

Sadie Lee Vest

Sadie Lee Vest

Jun 28, 2025

Sadie Lee Dillon Vest, 96, of Freeman and Princeton, WV, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025 at home following illness. Born November 21, 1928 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Rosie Dillon. Sadie was a homemaker and loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed all the family events. She enjoyed bowling and eating out. In...

Rev. Paul Edward Baker, Sr.

Rev. Paul Edward Baker, Sr.

Jun 26, 2025

Rev. Paul Edward Baker, Sr., 84, of Boissevain, VA, went to be with his Heavenly Father Thursday, June 26, 2025 while at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born May 22, 1941 in Boissevain, VA, he was the son of the late James E. and Annie B. Davidson Baker. Paul was a veteran of the United States Army and had retired in 2001...

Terry Jeanne Morgan

Terry Jeanne Morgan

Jun 26, 2025

Terry Jeanne Morgan, 78, of Princeton, WV, passed Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Good Samaritan Shelia Strauss Hospice House in Roanoke, VA. 

Born June 10, 1947, in Ashland, McDowell County, WV, she was a daughter of the late Kermel Curtis and Ruby Faye Hart Toler. Terry was a lifelong resident of Mercer County, WV. She lived briefly in Roanoke, VA, working as...

Wesley Lee Mooney

Wesley Lee Mooney

Jun 25, 2025

Wesley Lee Mooney, 69, of Bluefield, WV, passed Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA. 

Born November 6, 1955, in Bluefield, WV, he was a son of the late Albert Roy and Mary Emla Short Mooney. Wesley was a lifelong resident of Bluefield, WV. He retired from Kwik Cafe and was a member of the Church...

Gary Milton Church, Sr.

Gary Milton Church, Sr.

Jun 25, 2025

Gary Milton Church, Sr., 68, of Anawalt, WV, passed Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at his home. 

Born July 26, 1956, in Welch, WV, he was a son of the late William and Patricia French Church. Gary was a retired coal miner. 

In addition to his parents, Gary is preceded in death by his wife, Goldie Johnson Church, two brothers, Clinton and John,...

Juanita Jo Moricle

Juanita Jo Moricle

Jun 24, 2025

Juanita Jo Moricle, 77, of Bluewell WV passed away June 24, 2025. She was raised in Bartley WV before moving to Bluefield. She is preceded in death by her parents J.T. White and Lula Ann (Petie Pruett) White of Bartley WV . Was previously married to Eddie Moricle of Bluefield WV with whom they started this family she cherished. 

She worked...

Karla Aaron Taylor

Karla Aaron Taylor

Jun 23, 2025

Karla Aaron Perkins Taylor “Karla K.”

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Karla Aaron Perkins Taylor “Karla K.”; 51, of Pisgah Rd., Princeton. Karla K departed this Earthly world on Monday, June 23rd, 2025.

Karla K was born on December 18th, 1973 in Bluefield, West Virginia. Always a free-spirit, she is remembered by her...

Shawn Daniel Bales

Shawn Daniel Bales

Jun 23, 2025

Shawn Daniel Bales, 47, of Emerald Street, Bluefield, WV, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025 at WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital.

Born on November 20, 1977 in Bluefield, he was a son of the late Danny Ray and Benita O'Donnell Bales. He was employed by Bluefield State University and worked in the Print Shop.

In addition to his parents, he was...

Bonnie Eleanor Belcher

Bonnie Eleanor Belcher

Jun 23, 2025

  Bonnie Eleanor Murphy Belcher, 74, of Bluewell, WV, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at Mercer Health and Rehab. Born February 2, 1951 in Bluefield, WV, she was the daughter of the late Bascom and Ruby Tabor Murphy. Bonnie was of the Methodist faith and loved the lord.  She graduated from Bluefield High School . Earlier in her life...

Dorothy May White

Dorothy May White

Jun 22, 2025

Dorothy M. Mullins White, 91, of Brushfork, WV went to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Born on May 1, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Drewery and Pearlie Mullins Mullins. Dorothy was a member of the Bluewell Church of God as a daughter of Christ. She loved the Lord and her faith was unmatched. Dorothy's...

Barry Dean Dinger

Barry Dean Dinger

Jun 22, 2025

Barry Dean Dinger, 65, of Simmons River Rd, Rock. Entered into the presents of God on June 22, 2025 at Princeton Community Hospital. Barry was a husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was the owner of his own business. Barry was the son of the late George Kyle Dinger, and Clara Ruth Bailey Dinger.

He was preceded in death by...

Tammy Hamilton

Tammy Hamilton

Jun 20, 2025

Our beloved Tammy Hamilton entered into the arms of her Lord and Savior on June 20, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on July 13, 1961 in Iaeger, Tammy lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion. She was a faithful servant of Christ, whose kindness and compassion were a reflection of the Savior she followed.

Tammy...

Lisa Lynn Lester

Lisa Lynn Lester

Jun 17, 2025

Lisa Lynn Lester, 55, of Princeton, WV, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at her home. Born October 31, 1969 in Bluefield, WV, she was a daughter of Linda Gillespie Lester and the late Freddie Lester. Lisa was a life-long resident of Princeton, WV and had worked as an office manager for Grants Supermarket. Her father, Freddie Lester, preceded her in...

Henry McKinney

Henry McKinney

Jun 17, 2025

Henry Eugene “Mac” McKinney, age 80 entered his heavenly home on June 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 11, 1944, in Pocahontas, Virginia to the late Opie and Haley (Mathews) McKinney. In addition to his parents, he is proceeded in death by sisters Margaret Mosher and Sally Krimiser.

Mac served in the US Air Force...

Jason Scott Delp

Jason Scott Delp

Jun 16, 2025

Jason Scott Delp, “Jay” 41, passed away peacefully at his home in Princeton, West Virginia, on June 16th, 2025 at 8:15pm. Born in Texas, Jason lived a life full of laughter, love, and hard-fought battles—with more than a few video games and grilled steaks in between.

Jason was many things: a husband, a father, a brother, a friend, and a world-class...