The Obituary Section

Vivian Laverne Chamberlain

, West Virginia

Vivian Laverne Chamberlain, 67 of King, NC formerly of Rainelle passed away peacefully in her home on March 30, 2026.She was born on September 13, 1958 in Hinton, WV.She is preceded in death by her father, Troy Chamberlain; mother, Carol Walker and a brother, David Chamberlain.Vivian was a loving and a devoted mother and grandmother. She loved her Lord and Savior with all her heart and soul. She loved to write and her love of music was untouchable. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. To know her was to love her.Those left to cherish her memory are 3 daughters, Rebecca (Steve) Reed of NY, Barbara (Donald) Reed of NC and Nicole (Christopher) Mather of NC; sister, Dawn Lester; brothers, James Walker, Johnnie Walker, Jr., Bobby Walker and Troy Chamberlain; 7 grandchildren, Kayla (Jake) Reed, William (Carley) Sisk, Jr., Kristen (Daniel) Sechrist, Brooklyn Critchley , Nicholas Critchley,…

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Sherry Lynn Grose

, West Virginia

October 5, 1993 — March 29, 2026

Sherry Lynn Grose, 32, of Summersville passed away on March 30, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital.She was born on October 6, 1993 at Ronceverte; she was the daughter of the late Katheryn Sue Keener Grose and Dennis Edwin Grose.Sherry was known for her big heart, easy going personality, she loved fishing, and spending time with her family and friends.Survivors include her companion, John Foster; father, Dennis Grose; 1 son, Landon Adkins and a daughter, Leora Adkins; extended family and friends. Sherry will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville.In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the funeral home to defray expenses.Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.wallaceandwallacefh.comWallace & Wallace, Inc. of Rainelle, WV is in charge of arrangements.

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Norma Gay Harvey

, West Virginia

March 29, 2026

Norma G. Harvey went to be with the Lord on March 30, 2026. She died peacefully after a long battle with dementia.Norma was born on July 5, 1935 in Marfrance, WV and was proceeded in death by her father, William H. Harvey and her mother, Wilma G. Harvey.She was raised in Rupert, WV and moved to Cleveland, Ohio as a teenager. Norma worked for TRW in Cleveland for many years and then in the Hospitality industry, starting at The Greenbrier Resort. In 1999 Norma and her mom moved to New Port Richey, FL and lived there for over 20 years. She cared for her mom until her passing. Norma was a faith filled woman that Loved Jesus and was a member of the Greenbrier Valley Baptist Church and then a member of the New Port Richey Baptist Church where she sang in the choir with great joy.Norma loved to shop,…

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Juanita Cole

, West Virginia

Juanita Cole, 86, of White Sulphur Springs, WV went home on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Juanita was born at Cutters Creek, Charleston, WV on December 7, 1939 to the late Charles Edgar Stonestreet and Lucinda Sayer. She was a retired housekeeping supervisor from Pinecrest Hospital in Beckley, WV.2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the good faith.Juanita’s address has now changed as she has moved into her forever home prepared for her by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She is now pain free and enjoying time with those who have gone before her. Juanita loved spending time with all her family, watching birds and working in her flower beds. Rest high on that mountain Sweet Pea, until we meet again.Juanita Cole was predeceased by the love of her life, Lantie M. Cole, Sr.; a step-son, Lantie M. Cole, Jr.; her…

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William Franklin "Billy" Weikle

, West Virginia

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of William Franklin Weikle, 79, who left this world on March 30, 2026.Born in Ronceverte, WV on October 16, 1946, Billy lived a life marked by kindness, strength, humor and compassion. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend whose presence brought warmth and light to those around him.Throughout his life, he found joy in coaching and watching his children play sports. Bill took great pride in his family, especially his grandchildren whom he loved dearly. He will be remembered for his one of a kind sense of humor and love for his friends and family. He could be found riding around town and visiting his buddies on the hill for coffee, cooking and reminiscing.Billy was a Vietnam Army veteran.Billy is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Kay Dowdy Weikle; sons, Joseph (Crystal) Weikle and Brian Weikle; daughters,…

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Gerald Keith Chandler

, West Virginia

December 5, 2025

Gerald Keith Chandler, 93, passed away on December 6, 2025, in Crawley, West Virginia. He was born October 8, 1932, the youngest of four children.Those preceding him in death include his parents I. Faye Chandler and W. Merritt Chandler, his sister Gaye M. Whitehead, and brothers Walter M. Chandler, Jr., and William A. Chandler.He is survived by his wife of more than 70 years, Mary Jo Chandler, daughter Gwendolyn Rusk (Craig), daughter Glenna Roones (Kevin), and granddaughters Karen Sempertegui (Jess), Devon Rusk, and Stephanie Roones.Gerald grew up in Raleigh County, WV. After graduating from Woodrow Wilson High School in Beckley, Gerald served in the US Navy. He graduated from Marshall College (now Marshall University), Huntington, WV, with a degree in Business Administration.An entrepreneur, Gerald owned and operated several small cable television systems in southern West Virginia for more than 25 years. In retirement he was an avid woodturner, creating many…

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Ruth Ann Osborne

, West Virginia

Ruth Ann Osborne, 101, of Rainelle passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Autumn Way, Rupert.She was born on July 1, 1924 in Lincoln Co., WV; she was the daughter of the late Raven R. Barker and Lena M. Mullins Barker.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Isaac Osborne in 2005; brothers Harry Barker and Denver Barker.Ruth was a member of First Baptist Church of Rainelle where she served in different roles over the years and she also was a former member of Amwell Baptist Church of Rupert.Those left to cherish her memory are a daughter, Becky (Larry) Crane of Elton; son, Hal (Laura) Osborne of Rainelle; sisters, Edna McPeek of Mt. Airy, NC and Shirley (Doug) Crawford of Burlington, NC; sister-in-law, JoAnna Osborne of South Charleston, WV; 4 grandchildren, Larry Paul Crane, Jonathan Crane, Isac Osborne, Emily Stacy; great grandchildren, Bo…

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Jr. Andrew Earl Fox

, West Virginia

Andrew Earl Fox Jr. “Bob”, age 95, of Maplewood WV passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026 at Peyton Hospice House in Lewisburg WV, following a short illness.Born on March 30, 1930 at Lawton, WV, he was the son of the late Andrew Earl Fox, Sr. and Thelma Dorance Pitsenbarger Fox.He served in the United States Army during the Korean War, and was a member of the Meadow Bridge Pentecostal Holiness Church. Of his many jobs, the one he loved the most was teaching. He enjoyed going to family reunions, photography and working on the family tree. One of his favorite hobbies was woodwork that he started when he was still in high school.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 73 years, Rose Marie Fox, Sisters, Juanita Louise Donelow, Cynthia Naomi Fox Smith, Sadie Eleanor Fox, Freda Wanda Fox, Lena Mae Fox Ward, Deloris…

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