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Shelia Lynette Clyburn
Jan 9, 2026
Shelia Clyburn left this world to reside on high with the lord on January 9, 2026 at the Bowers House in Beckley, WV. A long-time homemaker and a light in any room she was in, Shelia enjoyed a long life of 62 years here in this world with her family, friends and loved ones. She faced many challenges in life,...
Jennifer Lynne Brown
Jan 9, 2026
Jennifer Lynne Brown, 62 was born December 1st of 1963, in Norfolk Virginia as the first child of Johnny W. Kibbey and Lana B. Kibbey. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2026. Jennifer's grandchildren were the light of her life and she absolutely adored them all. In her spare time she loved to garden,...
Johnny Preston Faw
Jan 7, 2026
Johnny Preston Faw, 85, of Bluefield, WV passed away on January 7th, 2026 at his residence.
Born on October 4th, 1940 in Montcalm, WV he was the son of the late Tam Sr. and Virgina (Jenny) Faw. Johnny served in the US Marines and was a retired coal miner of 38 years and a member on the UMWA. In addition to...
Felicia Nichole Gauger
Jan 6, 2026
Felicia Nichole Gauger, 36, of Bluefield, WV passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at her home. Born July 17, 1989 in Welch, WV, she was a daughter of Terry Walker and the late Lydia Dean Mitchem. Felicia was a homemaker. In addition to her mother, Felicia was preceded in death by her grandmother, Beulah Gaye Dawson.
Those left to cherish Felicia's...
Elizabeth Thompson
Jan 5, 2026
Elizabeth Bruce Thompson of Bluefield, West Virginia, Died at 90 years old on Monday January 5th, 2026, at 10:06am, at the "Pulaski Health and Rehabilitation" Nursing Home in Pulaski, Virginia, in the Loving Care of the Staff from natural causes; and received a private funeral at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home, and burial at Woodlawn Cemetery in Bluewell, West Virginia on Wednesday...
Noama Sproles
Jan 5, 2026
Naoma Aliff Danford Sproles, 89, of Bluefield, VA, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026 at the Princeton Health Care Center.
Born on August 11, 1936 in Bluefield, she was a daughter of the late Arnold Woodrow and Mossie Nicewander Aliff. She was a longtime resident of Bluewell, a graduate of Beaver High School and was a homemaker.
She was preceded in...
Harold Lee Pruitt
Jan 5, 2026
Harold "Fred" Lee Pruitt a beloved grandfather, father, uncle, brother, and friend to many passed away on January 5, 2026. Harold was the oldest of five children and born on May 11, 1959 in Bluefield, WV. He was employed by Renew Building and Construction. He was a general contractor and jack of all trades. He loved hunting, fishing, NASCAR, playing...
Thelma Lorena Williams
Jan 3, 2026
Thelma Lorena Williams, 97, of Bluefield, WV passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Glenwood Healthcare Center. Born October 9, 1928 in Bluefield, WV, she was the daughter of the late C.W. and Ella Dove Phillips Goforth. Thelma was a member of Thompson Chapel Church and was an operator and secretary for the telephone company. In addition to her parents,...
Virginia Kosinar
Jan 3, 2026
Name of Deceased - Virginia Ellen Lester Kosinar Age 85, of Foy Bypass Bluefield, WV, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at her daughter's Home in Bluewell, WV surrounded by those who loved her.
She had been a resident of Montcalm for 55 years and was of the Baptist Faith. She loved to cook and bake and took great pride...
Kester Everett Lane
Jan 3, 2026
Kester Everett Lane, Jr., 72, of Bramwell, WV passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026 at his home. Born August 1, 1953, he was the son of the late Kester Everett and Rosie Mae Duncan Lane, Sr. Kester was a faithful member of the Montcalm Church of God. He was always looking for ways to invite others to attend church and...
Jerry Elmer Jones
Jan 2, 2026
Jerry Elmer Jones, 76, of Bluefield, WV passed away Friday, January 2, 2026 at his home. Born April 10, 1949 in Freeman, WV, he was a son of the late Harold Lee and Irma M Turner Jones. Jerry was retired from Joy Mining Equipment where he was a Coil Winder. He was also a proud Veteran of the United States...
Brian Ray Pigg
Jan 2, 2026
Brian Ray "Willie" Pigg, 45, of Rock, WV passed away Thursday, January 2, 2026 at WV Medicine Princeton Community Bluefield ER. Born on December 12, 1980, in Bluefield, West Virginia. He was a contractor for heating and cooling systems and known for the kindness he showed to all those around him. A graduate of Montcalm High School, Brian's life was...
Katherine Dalton
Jan 1, 2026
Katherine "Kat" Fay Marshall Dalton, 91, of Bluefield, WV, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, January 1, 2026. Born June 25, 1934, she was well-known as one of the “Marshall twins” of the late Sam and Dorothy Mabe Marshall of Rock/Montcalm, WV. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister and closest friend,...
Betty Lou Gibberson
Dec 30, 2025
Betty Lou Gibberson, a beloved member of the Bluefield community, passed away on December 30, 2025, at Glenwood Nursing Home. Born on March 11, 1936, in Bluefield, West Virginia, she spent her entire life in the town she cherished, embodying the spirit of a true local.
Betty dedicated her professional life to working at Mason Dixon Distributors, where she was known...
Edward Alvin Cochran
Dec 27, 2025
Edward Alvin “Ed/Eddie” Cochran, 77, of Bluefield, WV, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025.
Born on May 12, 1948, in Bluefield, WV he was the son of the late Wilbur G. “Bud” and Ethel “May” Cochran. Eddie was a life-long resident of Bluefield, a proud US Army Veteran, enjoyed his career as a truck driver, loved farming, enjoyed buying and...
Martha Ann Carter
Dec 27, 2025
Martha Ann Carter, of Roanoke, VA, lived on Welch Pineville Road for most of her life, departed this life on December 27, 2025, in Roanoke. Born on December 12, 1945, in Gary, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Virginia Jones.
A resident of Roanoke, VA the last 9 years she was formerly of the Welch-Pineville Road...
Drema Maria Brown
Dec 25, 2025
Drema Maria Brown (Tina), 64 of Bluefield wv. Born June 24, 1961. Drema left her earthly body December 25, 2025. And gained her heavenly wings. To be free from pain and rejoice with loved ones who have gone before her. Drema was the daughter of the late Dorothy and George Brown. Drema graduated from Mercer County School. She worked as...
Barbara Crabtree
Dec 23, 2025
Barbara Sue Crabtree, 78, of Lerona WV passed away surrounded by loved ones at home on Tuesday December 23 2025. Born October 2nd 1947 in Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Effie Phillips. Barbara spent a majority of her time as a stay at home caregiver for her sister Anna. She enjoyed watching QVC and spending...
Gerri Lynn Sizemore
Dec 22, 2025
"When I get where I'm going, and I see my maker's face. I'll stand forever in the light of His amazing grace."
Gerri Lynn Sizemore finished her earthly race on Monday, December 22nd 2025. After a long and trying battle with Kidney Disease, as well as many other ailments, she is finally free of all sickness and pain; resting and worshiping...
Russell Lane Mathena
Dec 21, 2025
Russell “Rick” Mathena, 76, of Bluewell, WV, went home to his heavenly reward on Sunday, December 21, 2025. He closed his eyes for a nap and opened them to see the face of Jesus.
Rick was the son of the late Mildred and Tracy Christian and Russell Mathena. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 55...
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