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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....
James Leonard Palmer
Apr 9, 2026
James Leonard Palmer, 69, of Northfork, WV passed away April 9th, 2026 at WV Medical Center in Princeton, WV. He was born on February 20th, 1957 to the late Clark and Evelyn Palmer in Welch, WV.
He was a strong, hardworking man who took pride in providing for his family. As a devoted husband of nearly 50 years and a loving...
Janice Marie Boyd
Apr 9, 2026
Janice Boyd, a devoted woman of faith, compassionate caregiver, and cherished mother and grandmother, passed away surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life. For more than 40 years, she dedicated herself to serving others through her work in healthcare, retiring from Bluefield Regional Medical Center with a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering commitment.
A faithful member...
Ronald Lee Sharrock
Apr 8, 2026
Ronald Lee Sharrock, 87, of Bluefield, WV, went to be with the Lord on April 8, 2026, at Princeton Community Hospital surrounded by his loving family and wife Juanita Witt Sharrock.
He was a dedicated, loving husband, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, and friend who will be greatly missed.
Ron was born on January 10, 1939, in Welch, W.V. He was a graduate...
Felecia Mae Stoyonovich
Apr 7, 2026
Felecia Stoyonavich, 44, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 suddenly and unexpectedly at her home she shared with her loving husband George Stoyonovich in Indianapolis, Indiana. She found the love of her life and married him the day after Thanksgiving and moved from West Virginia to Indiana to be with him.
Felecia was the most loving and caring...
Norma Jean Helmandollar
Apr 7, 2026
With heavy hearts, we share that Norma Jean Helmandollar of Bramwell WV gained her heavenly reward on April 7,2026 with her loved ones by her side.
She was the kind of person who made everyone feel loved and welcomed. More than anything in the world, she loved the Lord and her family . Her children were her whole heart, and her...
David Richard Dobbins Jr
Apr 3, 2026
David Richard "Rick" Dobbins Jr., 71, of Princeton, WV, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
Born on June 29, 1954 in Princeton, he was the son of Betty Meadows Tilley (Robert) and the late David R. Dobbins. He spent his childhood in Connecticut, graduating from East Hampton High School in 1972. Rick returned to West Virginia...
Barbara Faith Gregory
Apr 2, 2026
Barbara Faith Gregory, 77, of Bluewell, WV passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at home.
She was born in Princeton, WV, on September 25, 1948, to the late Blanche and Coy McKinney. She was also preceded in death by her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Harry and Irene Gregory.
Barbara graduated from Matoaka High School in 1966 and Bluefield State College.
In 1968, Barbara...
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