The Obituary Section

Alvie James Witt

, West Virginia

Alvie James Witt, Sr., 86, of Charleston, WV, continued on his eternal journey with Christ on August 19, 2026 at Hubbard Hospice House after a long illness. He was born June 11, 1940 to the late Rolen and Lenida Witt and was preceded in death by his brother, Carroll Witt.Alvie retired from Wiseman Construction Company as a Cement Mason (Local 926) in 2000. He spent his life farming and passed the passion onto his sons. Alvie was the former pastor of Center Point Community Church and Barnett Chapel Community Church, both in Liberty, WV where his greatest desire was to spread the message of: Christ in you, the hope of glory!He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 50 years, Norma Jean Witt; his sons and daughters-in-law: Alvie James and Amanda Witt of Leon, WV and Allen Jason and Olivia Witt of Charleston, WV; granddaughters: Cassidy Ann, Caylee…

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Cecelia Groghan

, West Virginia

Cecelia Cece Ann Groghan 82 was called home to eternal rest on August 6 2026 passing away peacefully in Adelphi MD. Cece was born in Queens NY on July 27 1944. The family soon moved to Charleston WV and later to Hurricane WV where she attended grade and secondary schools. After graduation she attended the former Ohio Valley College OVC in Parkersburg WV where she studied Early Childhood Development. Cece married her paperboy and church friend Dan Groghan on May 29 1965. They were married in the Kanawha City WV Church of Christ. To this marriage three sons were born Todd Amanda of San Angelo TX Thad Mindy of Brunswick GA and Tate Alysha of Glendale AZ. To the marriage of Todd and Amanda four children were born Devin Colin Rorie and Bryna. While attending University Park Church of Christ in Hyattsville Maryland Cece and another member started a class…

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Pearl Joyce

, West Virginia

Pearl Elizabeth Joyce 79 of Hurricane West Virginia went home to be with the Lord on Friday August 14 2026 at CAMC Memorial Hospital in Charleston West Virginia. Pearl was born on August 13 1947 in Little Hewitt Boone County West Virginia to the late Sidney and Mearl Hughes Allen. She graduated from Scott High School in 1965. Pearl worked for the FBI in Washington D.C. for several years where she met the love of her life John. The two were married for nearly 60 years. She later retired as a medical secretary after spending many years working in the medical field. Pearl was preceded in death by her parents four sisters Louise Arizona Eveleen and Linda four brothers Dennie Harold Sidney Jr. and Calvin and her granddaughter Hailey Joyce. She is survived by her husband John her two sons John Tracie and Thomas Amanda her brother Ronald Sharon Allen…

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Forest Monk

, West Virginia

July 22, 2026

Forest M. Monk of Hamlin WV born January 5 1937 passed away July 23 2026 at the age of 89 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents Edison and Nina Monk his wife Linda Wood Monk their infant son Bryan Keith and their infant daughter Felicity siblings Linda Marion Hatfield Larry Linda Monk Judy Alford and Edison Monk. He is survived by his wife Nancy his daughter Deborah Terry Adkins grandson Terry Adkins II bonus grandson Chad Tess Adkins and their boys Daxton Coen Zealan stepsons Dale R. Tabitha Hager Todd Melinda Hager step grandchildren Dallen Ashton and Madison Hager siblings Glenna Roush Sharon Lovely Charles Debbie Monk and a host of special family and friends. He served in U.S. Army Reserves and retired from E.I. Dupont after 33 years of service. He enjoyed farming gardening hunting fishing telling jokes and spending time with family friends and…

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Hallie Kayser

, West Virginia

July 22, 2026

Hallie Kayser 92 of Milton passed away on July 23 2026. He was the son of the late Claro B. Kayser and Opal Mae Kayser. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Helen Marie Kayser brothers Alfie Gay and Dayton and sister Imogene. He is survived by his son Ricky Ray Kayser of Milton brothers Roger Kayser Mark Kayser Wayne Kayser and Charles Kayser and sister Jerry Woods. A funeral service will be held at 1100 a.m. on Tuesday July 28 2026 at Allen Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Hesson officiating. Burial will follow in Sycamore Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1000 to 1100 a.m. prior to the service. Roses are red deluxe was purchased for the family of Hallie Kayser by The Sizemores The Williams and Cornerstone Ocala Family. When you make a pledge we will fill out a card with your…

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Geneva Bishop

, West Virginia

Geneva Thomason Bishop of Teays Valley West Virginia peacefully passed away on Friday August 7 2026 at the age of 97. She was born on October 23 1928 in Princeton West Virginia to DM and Almeda Thomason. She was a loving daughter mother grandmother greatgrandmother sister aunt and friend whose kindness and love touched the lives of everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her warm heart gentle spirit strength and the many ways she cared for those around her. Throughout her life Gramsie cherished the time she spent with her family and friends. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Hurricane WV. Her greatest joy was being surrounded by the people she loved. She leaves to cherish her memory her 3 daughters Elisa Steve Dilly of Lexington KY Bettina Keith Smith Scott of Ashland KY and Robin Bishop of Teays Valley WV along with…

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Carolyn Plumley

, West Virginia

Carolyn "Sue" Pate Plumley 79 of Hurricane passed away peacefully At Teays Valley Center on August 4 2026 from complications with Alzheimers disease. Sue was the daughter of the late Floyd and Mae Pate. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Buford Plumley and brothers Marcel Kenneth Harlan and Dana Glen Pate and sister Zelda Barrett. Sue is survived by her son Bruce Verna Plumley daughter Charlotte Rex Caldwell Grandsons Justin Corey Kira and Aaron Michelle all of Hurricane Great grandchildren Rylee Johnson Jayceon Davy Grayson Caldwell Rylee and Alizabeth Plumley. Step grandchildren Michael Ball and Victoria Josh Anderson Step great grandchildren Brantley and Berkleigh Anderson. Sue is also survived by several nieces nephews great nieces and nephews with special love for nephew George Mendy Barrett. Funeral service will be at 100 on Friday August 7 2026 at Allen Funeral Home with the Reverand Robert Akins officiating.…

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Diane Snyder

, West Virginia

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Cheryl Sowards

, West Virginia

Cheryl Lynn Sowards 73 of Hurricane WV passed awayJuly 24th 2026peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Cheryl spent the majority of her life in Hurricane where she built a life centered on hard work and family. Cheryl was above all a devoted mothergrandmother and greatgrandmother. Those who knew her best remember a woman who gaveothers what she could always ready with a warm meal a listening ear and unconditional love. Her grandchildrenand greatgrandchildrenheld a special place in her heart and she cherished every moment spent with them finding her greatest joy in watching them grow. Throughout her life Cheryl worked hard to provide for her family and her dedication and quiet strength left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her generous spirit her steady presence and the deep love she poured into her family. Cherylwas born on November 6 1952 to…

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Richard Bruney

, West Virginia

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father Richard Frank Dick Bruney 87 of Leon West Virginia who passed away peacefully on Tuesday July 21 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born on May 6 1939 in Bellaire Ohio. Our daddy lived a life defined by generosity laughter hard work and an unwavering love for family and friends. He was the kind of man who never met a stranger. Whether you knew him for a lifetime or only a few moments he had a way of making you feel welcome. Known as the life of the party his infectious smile quick wit and genuine kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. He would gladly give the shirt off his back to help someone in need and found great joy in bringing happiness to others. Following his military service Daddy and momma…

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Linda Morris

, West Virginia

Linda Louise Hawkins Morris 85 of Hurricane West Virginia passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 28 1940 to Milton Edward and Mildred Kathleen Blankenship Hawkins Linda grew up in Ohio County and graduated from Triadelphia High School in 1958. She continued her education at West Liberty University and Ohio Valley General Hospital earning her radiology degree in 1961a profession she carried out with dedication and compassion. Linda was a woman of faith spending her early years as a member of Wheeling Methodist Church and later joining Forrest Burdett Methodist Church after moving to Hurricane. Linda met the love of her life Alan Lee Morris on Christmas Eve in 1960. They married on August 5 1961 beginning a 64year partnership filled with devotion family and shared purpose. Together they raised four sons Michael Alan Morris Stephen Douglas Morris Kevin Patrick Morris and Richard Lee Morris…

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