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Lois Kay Thorne, 78, of Charleston, passed away on May 18, 2022 after a 10 year battle with dementia. Born August 23, 1943 in Charleston, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Dorothy Myers Belcher. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Ronald Thorne. Lois is survived by her daughters, RoAnn Thorne and Rhonda Kennedy; grandchildren, Samantha Kennedy and Nick (Brianna) Kennedy; great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Troup, Kathryn Casto, Kaydence Casto and Ryder Kennedy-Taylor. There will be a private family service at the family cemetery in Braxton County. Long & Fisher Funeral Home in Sissonville is assisting the family with cremation arrangements....

EDNA MAE HOLT of Sissonville, WV passed away quietly on Saturday August 14, 2021. She and her husband Charles Holt retired to Caryville Florida where he passed away and she later returned to West Virginia. Edna was a retired beautician. She was born on June 19, 1931 to the late Isaac Hansford McCoy (Jack) and Zelma Lorana Santrock McCoy. Edna is preceded in death by; her life long husband Charles Edward Holt, brothers and sisters; LeRoy Hansford McCoy and his wife Alice, Leona Addaline Smith and her husband Bill, Joseph McCoy, Josephine McCoy, Harold Keither McCoy and his wife Genevieve, Ruby Frances Lamb her husband Jimmy, Earl Ray McCoy and surviving wife Mary. Left to cherish her memory...

Wilma Aretta Casto Fisher, 99, of Sissonville went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 20th surrounded by her family. She had just celebrated her birthday with her loved ones. Wilma attended Allen's Fork Community Church for many years and lived out her faith daily with her kind and generous spirit. Wilma was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was never happier than when she was surrounded by her family. She worked in her home and was well known for her wonderful cooking and baking skills. She raised many gardens and shared and preserved her harvests. She was also passionate about her flowers and birds. Her sweetness of spirit will be greatly missed. Wilma was preceeded in...

79, of Sissonville, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 16, 2021, after a short illness. Darrell was a graduate of Sissonville High School, a member of Sunlight Baptist Church and retired from Pechiney Rolled Products, LLC, previously Kiser Aluminum. Prior to working at the plant, he and his dad, Abby poured concrete for Burdette's. Darrell was a simple man who loved God, his family and was a faithful friend to many. His close family will be quick to tell you that he was the greatest man they have ever known. Darrell lived his life in a way that was a light to others. He was kind, honest, hardworking, and always willing to take the time to have a conversation or lend a helping...

James Withrow, 84, of Charleston, WV, passed away Friday, July 16, 2021, with his loved ones by his side. James will be so missed by those he left behind, including his wife of 66 years, Mary Lou, and sons, Terry (Teresa), and Randy (Belinda), grandchildren, Brittany Atkins, Brandon Withrow and Ashley Withrow, great grandchildren Lane Slater, Lacey Atkins, Sadie and Emma Withrow, and Kaden Cavender, brother Kermit Withrow, and sister, Belva Armstead, niece and nephew, Cheryl Lewis, and Jeff Layne, great nieces, and his sweet dog, Sugar. James was preceded in death by his dad, Clem Withrow and his mother, Ethel Mandy Price Withrow, brothers, Tommy and Roger Withrow, and Harold Milam,...

Alana Faye Eads, 54, of Sissonville entered the gates of Heaven to meet her daddy on July 5, 2021. She was born on September 18, 1966 to Hilda Thomas and the late Sanford Thomas. "And Jesus said, "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise" Luke: 23:43 Alana is preceded in death her father whom she missed so much, Sanford Thomas. Also preceding her death is her father in law, Ed Eads and her great niece, Railyn Hope Carpenter. Ones left behind to treasure her memory are her loving husband of 30 years who always made sure to take care of through sickness and health, Eddie Eads; her daughter that was her world, Rachel Eads, and pet, Jiffy; mother, Hilda Thomas; brother, Sam...

81, of Sissonville, WV, passed away on July 3, 2021 with her loving family by her side after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Faye was born on March 20, 1940, the daughter of the late Geraldine Thaxton Whittington Cowie and William James Whittington. She was adopted by her beloved Otis "Poppy" and Nida Whittington after her father was killed in action during WWII in 1944. Faye was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, 3 brothers, 4 sisters, and son-in-law Harold Thaxton. She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Garland Thaxton, along with her sister Patricia Riordan, special sister-in-law Eunice Burdette, son Marvin Thaxton, son Lester Thaxton (Gail), daughter Deanna...

of Sissonville passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Minuard B. and Pamelee Fisher. Rick is survived by brother, Randy (Shirley) Fisher of Springhill, FL; and sister, Robin (Randy) Hammond of Sissonville. Also surviving: nephews, Jason (Vandy) Fisher of Charleston, Chad (Heather) Fisher of Springhill, FL; Sean (Ashley) Hammond of South Charleston; nieces, Kayla (Christian) Shamblin of Sissonville, and Briana (Andy) Boggess of Sissonville. Rick retired as staff sergeant of the United States Air Force; Cedar Coal Company; and Kanawha County Schools. He loved his camping trips, and Myrtle Beach. He enjoyed a good time with family and...

went home to be with the Lord on June 23, 2021. To some he was an ol' farmer and a hard worker but to his family he was the patriarch, love and the strength of our family. His hands wore calluses but this man earned his wings years ago by making sure his family never did without and to make sure we knew we were loved. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Erma Humphreys; brother, Jim Humphreys; sisters, Reba Tucker and Peggy Garnes; and his grandchildren, Chase Burford and Cameron White. Leaving behind his loving wife, Reba J. Humphreys; son, Doug Humphreys (Cheri); daughter, Kathy Miller (Ronnie); grandchildren, Cara Burford (Nathan), Chad Miller (Danielle), Jennifer...

Orvel "Ollie" B. Seal 87, of Kelley's Creek Road, passed away on June 19, 2021. He was born on Grass Run, Salem on August 31, 1933, a son of William Clayton and Leo Gertrude (Gerwig) Seal. He was a graduate of Bristol High School and a US Army Korean War Veteran. He was a truck driver for Yellow Freight with over a million miles driven and no accidents. He was a member of the Worthington Baptist Church in Butler, Pa. He was a wonderful Christian man. He enjoyed Nascar racing and helping people. He loved everyone and everyone loved him. He was liked by so many people and didn't know a stranger. He is survived by his children Beth Fridley (Kerry) and Brian Seal; grandchildren Steven Martin...

Orvel "Ollie" B. Seal 87, of Kelley's Creek Road, passed away on June 19, 2021. He was born on Grass Run, Salem on August 31, 1933, a son of William Clayton and Leo Gertrude (Gerwig) Seal. He was a graduate of Bristol High School and a US Army Korean War Veteran. He was a truck driver for Yellow Freight with over a million miles driven and no accidents. He was a member of the Worthington Baptist Church in Butler, Pa. He was a wonderful Christian man. He enjoyed Nascar racing and helping people. He loved everyone and everyone loved him. He was liked by so many people and didn't know a stranger. He is survived by his children Beth Fridley (Kerry) and Brian Seal; grandchildren Steven Martin...

PERRY WAYNE LARCH 57, of Charleston passed away on June 18, 2021. He was born on October 28, 1963. He enjoyed carpentry and fencing work. He is survived by his loving wife Paula Kay Moss-Larch and son Cody Wayne Larch, both of Charleston. He is preceded in death by his parents Perry F. Larch and Helen L. Larch, Brother David Larch and Sister Patricia Young. Graveside Service will be held at 11am on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at Tolley Cemetery Sissonville. Mike Ingram will be officiating. Flowers are to be delivered to Long and Fisher Funeral Home and online condolences can be left by visiting:www.longfisherfuneralhome.com.

Kenneth S Boggess, 81 of Sissonville, passed away June 17, 2021 at his home due to a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents Hansford and Gladys Boggess, brother Keifer Boggess and sister Emmalee Rodgers. He is survived by his wife Bernice, his daughter Carmen (Richard) Bossie of Charleston, grandson Anthony (Rachael) and great grandson Jonah of St. Albans. Sister Sharon (Dana) Higginbotham of Sissonville and several nieces and nephews. He was a member of Fisher Chapel UMC where he sang in the choir. A memorial service will be held at the Fisher Chapel church on Sunday June 27, 2021 at 2pm. Visitation with family and friends will begin at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may...

67, of Charleston passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 12, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mary was a member of Sissonville Church of Christ. She enjoyed flower gardening, cooking, and finding treasures at the local yard sale. Mary was known as the "Baby Whisperer" among family and friends; children would naturally come to her. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 50 years, Larry Adkins; children, Erin McClanahan, Misty Taylor (Craig), Michael Adkins (Caitlyn); grandchildren, Kenny Ramella, Austin McClanahan, Ashley Eads, Morgan McClanahan, Cody...