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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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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