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James Eli Ball
Feb 26, 2026
James Eli Ball, age 80, of Rock, WV went to be with his savior and his beloved daughter, Pamela Rae Ball on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in Lindside, WV surrounded by family. James lived his life working hard as a construction worker. He married his wife, Virginia, in 1966 and together they raised a family of three boys and two...
Roger Lee Breeden
Feb 25, 2026
Roger Lee Breeden, 83, of Stoneville, NC, formerly of Bluefield, WV, entered into eternal rest on February 25, 2026, surrounded by family. Roger was born March 9, 1942, in Eggleston, VA and was the son of the late Wayne and Lillian Breeden of Eggleston, VA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Nancy...
Evelyn Linkous
Feb 21, 2026
Evelyn Jane Linkous, 75, of Bluewell, joined her son, brother, parents and many other cherished family members in Heaven on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Novant Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.
Born on May 7, 1950 in Bluewell, she was the daughter of the late William Edward “Wish” and Creola Jane “Oshe” Poe Surface. She was a lifelong resident of...
Carol Sue Linkous
Feb 20, 2026
Carol Sue Linkous, born November 3, 1931, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a proud and active member of First Baptist Church of Welch and the American Baptist Women’s Organization.
Sue was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, lovingly known as “Mema” to those who cherished her. She was preceded in death...
Curtis Gerald Taylor
Feb 20, 2026
Curtis Gerald Taylor July 8, 1964 - February 20, 2026.
Curtis Gerald Taylor, 61, died peacefully in his sleep. Curtis was a retired roofer, but his pride was the time he spent working at the YMCA helping others.
He is survived by his loving father Estle Taylor and his sister Lillian Gandar. He was the proud uncle to Sydney and Daniel N....
David "Moose" Wayne Thomas
Feb 20, 2026
David (Moose) Wayne Thomas Philippians 3:20-21 NKJV "20 For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself." On...
Donald "Don" Stewart Dickerson Sr
Feb 17, 2026
Donald "Don" Stewart Dickerson Sr., a member of the Princeton community, was born on August 9, 1946, and passed away on February 17, 2026, at Beckley ARH. He lived a full life dedicated to his family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of love.
Don had a diverse career as a retired coal miner and truck driver, gaining respect for his...
Johnny Lee Gorsky
Feb 16, 2026
Johnny Lee Gorsky, 68, of Northfork, WV, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at his home surrounded by family. Born September 15, 1957 in Welch, WV, he was a son of the late Johnny and Wazzennia Beatrice Parks Gorsky. He had been a resident of McDowell County for the majority of his life and was a retired coal miner. In...
Brenda Sue Mabe
Feb 11, 2026
Brenda Sue Mabe, 78, of Princeton WV, passed away on Wednesday, Feb 11, 2026 at home peacefully surrounded by family. She was a volunteer at St.Luke's hospital in Bluefield for years and she also volunteered for the American Cancer Society.
She was preceded in death by her parents Elbert Tiller and Margaret (Nicewander) Tiller, her son Michael Todd Mabe, and brother...
Robert Jennings Hager
Feb 9, 2026
Robert Jennings Hager 84 of Fowlerville Ml formerly of Princeton WV passed away on February 9, 2026 with family by his side. Born December 12, 1941 in Glenwood to the late Carl and Gladys (Taylor) Hager. He attended Glenwood Junior High School and Princeton Senior High School. While in school he was a golf caddy at the Elks Golf Course...
Virginia Lucille Shrader
Feb 9, 2026
Virginia Lucille Shrader (Jenny), 73, of Princeton, West Virginia, went to be with her Heavenly Father on February 9, 2026. She was born on April 23, 1952, in Jenkin Jones.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Casey and Ruby Casey, and her brothers, Bill Casey, Bobby Casey, H.N. Casey, Elwood Casey, Lucky Casey and Clyde Casey.
She is survived...
Gary Wayne Duncan
Feb 8, 2026
On Sunday, February 8, 2026, Gary Wayne Duncan, 71, passed peacefully into eternity with his Savior.
Born June 5, 1954 to the late Lewis and Eunice Beggs Duncan, Gary was a lifelong resident of Montcalm, WV and attended the Montcalm Church of Christ. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Billy Duncan, and sisters, Carol...
Kathryn Sue Kessinger
Feb 8, 2026
"May the Work I Have Done Speak for Me"
Kathryn S. Kessinger, a beloved soul of Princeton, West Virginia, departed this life on February 8th, 2026, enveloped in the warmth of her family. Born on January 5, 1954, she was the cherished daughter of the late Charles (Cotton) and Myrtle East.
Kathy was more than a wife, nana, sister and aunt; she...
Carmen Renae Parks
Feb 7, 2026
Carmen Renae Parks, 49, of Princeton, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, surrounded by love.
Carmen was fiercely loyal to the people she loved. Once you were in her corner, you were there for life. She had a kind heart that revealed itself in quiet, meaningful ways—through listening without judgment, offering a helping hand, or simply being present when it...
Charles Emmett Goins, Jr.
Feb 6, 2026
Charles Emmett Goins, Jr., 72, of Old Princeton Road, Bluefield, WV, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026 at his home.
Born on May 16, 1953, he was a son of the late Charles Emmett Goins, Sr. and Masel Scott Goins. He was a 53-year member of Maple View Church of Christ. He was the owner of Goins Gas & Produce,...
Betty Bowman Patrick
Feb 5, 2026
Betty Bowman Patrick, 87, of Falls Mils, VA, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at Dogwood Crossing Senior Living in Tazewell, VA, who along with Caris Hospice Care provided Betty with amazing care and love in her last days.
Born on June 29, 1938 in Horsepen, WV, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Grace Whitman Bowman. She...
Giles Bickley Craig
Feb 2, 2026
Giles Bickley “Bickie” Craig Jr. from Bluefield, WV went to be with the Lord on February 2, 2026. Born on August 1, 1934, in Jenkins, KY, he was the 2nd oldest of Giles Sr. and FannieCraig.
After retiring from Virginia Foods, he spent his time devoted to his family and his church choir. He loved God, his wife, his family and...
Sarah Maxine Scott
Feb 2, 2026
The family of Sarah Maxine McKenzie Scott is deeply saddened to announce her passing on February 2, 2026 at the age of 95.
Born on December 25, 1930 in Mercer County, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Emily Wright McKenzie and Ferdinand Green McKenzie. Maxine lived a full and remarkable life devoting her life to her family and...
Betty Sue Taylor
Feb 2, 2026
Betty Sue Taylor, 88, of Montcalm, WV, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at home with her children by her side, She was born in Letcher county , Kentucky, on September 22, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Alfred and Ogie Morris. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Donald Taylor, son, Randy Taylor, and...
Julie Elizabeth Nelson
Feb 1, 2026
Julie Elizabeth Nelson, 50, of Rock, WV, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at her home.
Born on May 13, 1975 in Bluefield, WV, she was a daughter of Richard Junior and Margaret Horton Nelson of Rock. She had been a resident of Duhring for 50 years and was a talented hairdresser. Julie’s cosmetology career spanned 33 years.
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