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Thomas David Armstrong
Aug 12, 2025
Thomas David Armstong
Thomas "Tommy" or "Tom" Armstrong, 75, of Princeton, WV, passed after a short illness, on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.
Born in Pocahontas, VA, to Bernard and Ruth Armstrong on March 29, 1950. Tommy was raised by a single father in Machine Shop Hollow. He attended school in Pocahontas, VA. In 1968 he...
Carol Jean Powell
Aug 9, 2025
Carol Jean Powell, 78, of State Road, NC, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC.
Born on December 20, 1946 in Keystone, WV, she was a daughter of the late Joe Woodrow and Bertha Virginia Finney Graham. She was a retired Postmaster of 30 years and was of the Methodist faith.
She was preceded...
Isaiah Jacob Moran
Aug 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Isaiah Jacob Moran. He was born on February 8, 2025 and left too soon on August 8, 2025 at the age of 6 months. Isaiah was a bright light in our lives, bringing so much joy in his short time with us. He will forever be loved and missed by his parents...
Jaunita Faye Johnson
Aug 8, 2025
Jaunita Faye Johnson, 87, of Pocahontas, VA passed away Friday, August 8, 2025 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born June 9, 1938 in Pocahontas, VA, Juanita was the daughter of the late Clyde and Daisy Sluss. Juanita was of the Holiness faith, a homemaker and a life-long resident of Pochontas. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...
Christopher Eugene Patrick
Aug 8, 2025
Christopher Eugene Patrick, born on August 16, 1974, in Princeton, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at his residence on August 8, 2025, surrounded by the love and warmth that he carried throughout his life. Christopher, known to many as Chris, was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and partner, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing...
Peggy Williams
Aug 7, 2025
Peggy passed from this life to her eternal home peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, and was residing at Bluestone Health and Rehab in Bluefield, WV.
She was retired from the WV department of Employment Security.
She is preceded in death by husband William; daughter, Amanda; parents, H.B. and Thelma Grose; and brother, Billy B. Grose.
Peggy is survived by her sisters, Annita...
Freda Mae Smith
Aug 7, 2025
Our beloved wife, mother, and sister, Freda Mae Smith, 74 of Kimball, WV, passed Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Princeton Community Hospital.
Born October 13, 1950, in Bottom Creek, WV, she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Opal Knuckles.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Gary Smith; 2 sons, Michael Lafferty Jr. (Christine) and Bobby Smith (Tabatha);...
Deborah Diane Bennett
Aug 3, 2025
Deborah Diane Bennett, born on November 19, 1958, in Welch, West Virginia, departed this life on August 3, 2025, in Bluefield, Virginia. She was a devoted caregiver known for her compassion and dedication, having worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Medical Assistant. Throughout her career, Deborah touched the lives of many families by caring for their loved ones with...
Judy Marie Johnson
Aug 3, 2025
Judy Marie Johnson, a cherished homemaker and loving wife, passed away peacefully at her home on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family. Born on January 18, 1948, Judy touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Her kind and welcoming nature allowed her to create a home that was not just a dwelling but...
Vera Louise Grose Morris
Aug 3, 2025
Vera Louise Grose Morris, 100, of Narrows, VA, formally of Rocky Gap, VA, passed Sunday, August 3, 2025, at her home.
Born November 20, 1924, in Crumpler, WV, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Sadie Lambert Grose. Vera was a dedicated lifelong homemaker for her husband and children. She was a resident of Rocky Gap, VA, and was...
Caroline Perry
Jul 31, 2025
Caroline Jean Perdue Perry was born on August 21, 1954, and passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bonnie and Flora Bell Perdue, by her daughter, Lori Ann Perry, and one grandson, Charles Perry.
She is survived by her daughter, Susan Perry and husband David of NC, and son Chucky Perry of...
Wayne David Bailey
Jul 28, 2025
Wayne David Bailey Sr. 71 years old of Cleveland, TN passed away in the hospital on July 28th, 2025. Originally from Bramwell, WV. He was a graduate of Bramwell High School in 1972. He was the son of the late William W. Bailey and Mary E. Bailey.
Wayne was a loving husband and best friend to his wife Lorrie Bailey. Also...
Charles Grant Lambert
Jul 27, 2025
Charles Grant “Chuck” Lambert of Bluefield, WV has finally taken a well-earned timeout. Born February 13, 1932, Chuck came from humble beginnings. But, his grit, tenacity, hustle, and basketball prowess opened doors for him.
As standout at Kermit High, his coach referred to him as the “best little quarterback on a basketball court I ever saw.” Chuck served in the U.S....
Gloria Louise Stoker
Jul 26, 2025
BRAMWELL - Gloria Louise “Lou” Dawson Stoker passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025. She was born November 8, 1934, in Freeman, WV, to the late John Rages and Sadie Doss Dawson.
Lou grew up in Bramwell and was educated in the Bramwell schools. She had fond memories of being a majorette in the high school band under the direction of David...
Gary Lane Penland
Jul 26, 2025
Gary Lane Penland, 68, of Bluefield, WV passed away at his home on July 26, 2025. Born on December 25, 1956, he is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Lynn Penland; his daughter, Michelle Penland (Aaron McBride); stepdaughters, Maria Jenkins and Shannon Neal; grandchildren, Avett McBride, Shaniah Neal, Roslyn Neal, Alaina Menefee, and Alissa Menefee. He is also...
Alvin Dwight Marchant
Jul 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Alvin Dwight “Poppie” Marchant
March 4, 1952 – July 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alvin Dwight “Poppie” Marchant, on July 26, 2025. Poppie was surrounded by his two loving daughters when he peacefully left this world after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout his journey, he never lost his radiant...
Aubrey Keller
Jul 26, 2025
Aubrey "Skinner" Keller, 69, of Princeton, WV, passed Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Autumn Lake at Crystal Springs Nursing Home in Elkins, WV.
Born February 26, 1956, in Welch, WV, he was a son to the late William and Gladys Skeens Keller. Aubrey was one of eighteen children. He was a retired coal miner.
In addition to his parents, Aubrey was preceded...
Robert Franklin Day, Jr.
Jul 25, 2025
Robert F. Day Jr., age 83, of Skygusty, WV passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Born August 1, 1941, in Welch, WV, he was the son of the late Robert F. Day Sr. and Cledia Freeman Day. He was a retired Electrician from US Steel and Virginia Crews coal companies, and an...
Michael Joseph Hubinak, Jr.
Jul 23, 2025
Michael Joseph Hubinak, Jr., 56, of Princeton, WV, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at his home.
Born March 13, 1969, in Welch, WV, he was the son to the late Michael Joseph Hubiank Sr. and Lorena Harrah. Michael was a 1987 graduate of Mount View High School in Welch, WV, and worked as a machinist for Shrewsbury Machine and Gear.
In...
Karen Kerri Poe
Jul 23, 2025
July 10, 1962-July 23, 2025
Our light is dimmer, our laughs are quieter, and our hearts are heavy at the passing of Kerri Poe. Kerri went home to her parents and puppies on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Her journey here on earth ended at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House in Winston-Salem, NC after a courageous battle against cancer. Kerri was...
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