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The family of Tracy Lynn Tackett is very sad to report her death on April 29, 2022. Tracy lived in Harpers Ferry, WV, and died after bravely battling lung and bone cancer for 3 years. Tracy was 62 years old and a graduate of Middletown High School. She was the daughter of the late Hatler Tackett and of the late Jane Shelhorse Higgins. No bigger than a minute, Tracy was a powerhouse when she was well. She was very up front and told it like it was - you knew where you stood with Tracy. Her work history was in plumbing and construction (she could fit in the tight spaces) and her final job was with Builders First Source in Adamstown. Tracy, enjoyed going to work/and we thank...

Roger Lee Gilley, born April 1st, 1949, passed peacefully in the presence of his dear wife of 53 years, Helen Ann Gilley, on April 17th, 2022, at the young age of 73. He was residing in Charles Town, West Virginia at the time of his passing. Roger, known simply as Dear, Dad, or Grandad, held many prestigious titles throughout his life, including the jokester, the magician, the golfer, the fisherman, the coach, and "the gambler". Roger committed 16 dedicated years to the safe transport of the children of Loudon County Public Schools. Whether he was clearing out the poker table, showcasing his newest joke or magic trick, or kindly engaging a stranger with one of his enthralling stories, Roger...

Jarrett Charles Yokley, 21, of Kearneysville, West Virginia passed away April 7, 2022. Born May 11, 2000 he was the son of Robert Yokley and Tammy Mitchell Yokley. Jarrett graduated from Washington High School and then from UTI, as a certified Ford Tech. and worked at Kent Parson Ford. He loved to hunt and fish. His basset hounds, Beau and Luke always made him smile. Jarrett had many friends, however Joshua and Joseph Evans were like his brothers and his Aunt Valerie Cole had a special place in his heart, along with Riley, Brittany and Ashleigh. In addition to his parents he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Maggie Yokley; maternal grandparents, Kenneth Mitchell, Sr. and Alice...

James William Dickerson, 78, of Leesburg, Florida, formerly of Pasadena, Maryland and Bakerton, West Virginia, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at his home. Born July 7, 1943 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late David Dickerson and Catherine Cameron Dickerson. He was a member of Our Lady of the Chesapeake Catholic Church in Pasadena, Maryland, The Roman Catholic Parish of St. James the Greater in Charles Town, West Virginia and St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in The Villages, Florida. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Before moving to Florida, Jimmy D, as he was referred to, was very active with many young members of the church in the yearly trip to Webster...

James William Dickerson, 78, of Leesburg, Florida, formerly of Pasadena, Maryland and Bakerton, West Virginia, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at his home. Born July 7, 1943 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late David Dickerson and Catherine Cameron Dickerson. He was a member of Our Lady of the Chesapeake Catholic Church in Pasadena, Maryland, The Roman Catholic Parish of St. James the Greater in Charles Town, West Virginia and St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in The Villages, Florida. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Before moving to Florida, Jimmy D, as he was referred to, was very active with many young members of the church in the yearly trip to Webster...

Evelyn Lucille (Reynolds) Himes of Knoxville MD passed away from this world peacefully at home, on Wednesday March 23, 2022. She was born January 6, 1934 in Harpers Ferry West Virginia, the daughter of the late Lester M. Reynolds and Lucille Crum Reynolds. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Samuel Newton Himes, Sr. and was the last of her immediate family of 11 siblings including, Doris Izzo, Kathleen Henretty, Robert Reynolds, Pauline Reeser, Bernard (Bernie/Sonny) Reynolds, Emma June Reynolds (infant), Margaret (Dee Dee) Webber, Lester (Buddy) Reynolds, Bonnie Deener, and Violet Charlene Reynolds (infant). She also was preceded in death by her...

Ronald Leo Cooper, 70, of Harpers Ferry, WV passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2022. Born September 9, 1951 in Lovettsville, VA, he was the son of the late Robert and Delsi Dillow Cooper. He was of the Methodist faith. Ronnie was retired from Chantilly Crushed Stone after 24 years of service and continued in lawn care self-employed. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Debra Cooper, at home; two daughters, Dawnelle " Renee " Lang and husband, John of Ranson; and Regina Cooper of Shenandoah Junction; one son, Shane Cooper of Charles Town; six grandchildren, Victoria Lang, Douglas Holland, Jr., Michael Lang, Scarlett Marks,...

Gary Wayne Walsh , 69 Nov 7, 1952 - Mar 3, 2022 Gary Wayne Walsh, 69, of Shepherdstown passed away at his home on March 10, 2022. He was born on November 7, 1952, and he was the son of George and Hazel Walsh. Gary is survived by his wife of fort-one years, Anna Mary; son, Corey M. Walsh ( Shannon); grandchildren, Madison R Walsh, Violet G. Volkmann (Walsh), Erin E. Walsh, Lincoln Mills, Ava Gifft, Jackson Simpson and Blake Simpson. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Madeline Elizabeth "Beth" Walsh; brother, Hunter Daniel Johnson and sister, Betty Johnson. A graduate of Shepherdstown High School, Class of 1970, Gary lettered in football, basketball and baseball. He was inducted...

Mr. Christopher Boone, Sr., 69, lost his battle with cancer March 3, with loved ones by his side. Chris was the son of the late Herbert and Geneva Boone. He is survived by his wife, Darlene, of 29 years, one brother, three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, three step children, seven step grandchildren and one great grandson due May 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, two sisters, one infant great grandson, one step daughter and one step granddaughter. Chris loved hunting, fishing and butchering with his buddies and family. Chris dearly loved his family, as well as his beloved dog, Missy. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather...

Harvey Nokes , 59 Jan 22, 1963 - Feb 28, 2022 D. Harvey Nokes, age 59, of Brownsville, MD, died on Monday, February 28, 2022, at Chambersburg Hospital, after suffering a heart attack while undergoing cardiac testing. He was the son of Kay Staubs Jenkins and the late James L. Nokes, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Kay Staubs Jenkins and husband Kenneth Jenkins, Sr. of Charles Town, WV, son, Josh Mentzer, his wife, Chrissy and grandsons, Aiden and Gavin, of Hagerstown, MD, his brothers, James Nokes, Jr. (Sammy), Ricky Nokes and wife Michele, all of Knoxville, MD, sisters, Kelly Campbell and husband Raymond, of Charles Town, WV, Nicole Stoneberger and husband Jamey, of Martinsburg, WV,...

Raymond Joseph Funkhouser, II , 70 Mar 1, 1951 - Feb 4, 2022 Raymond Joseph "Randy" Funkhouser, II, 70, died peacefully on February 4, 2022. Randy is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Clissy, sons John and Joe Funkhouser, daughter Kate Brown, son-in-law Mike Brown, grandson Clyde Brown, sister Ann Strite-Kurz and a vast network of adoring family and friends and his loyal dog Finnegan. He is preceded in death by his mother Ruth Funkhouser, father and step-mother Justin and Carolyn Funkhouser, sisters Carol Funkhouser and Pam Day and long-time mentor, Frank Gall. His brother Robert Funkhouser passed away on February 7. Randy was born and raised in Charles Town, West Virginia. He...

Regina Ann Wines , 73 Jun 22, 1948 - Jan 25, 2022 Regina Ann Wines, 73, of Shepherdstown, West Virginia passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Jefferson Medical Center in Ranson, WV. Born June 22, 1948 in Hagerstown, Maryland she was the daughter of the late William Spickler and Pauline Taylor Spickler. Regina was a member of Cross Roads Church in Martinsburg, WV. She is survived by her loving husband of 15 years, Howard "Tootie" Wines, Jr. at home; two sons, Donnie Russell and wife, Jackie of Boonsboro, MD and Shawn Russell of Shepherdstown; brother, William "Bill" Spickler, II; three grandchildren, Kara, Brandon and Cameron; one great-granddaughter, Ava and numerous cousins and...

Elizabeth (Bebet) Nicole Dollison was born on April 7th, 1991 in Los Angeles, CA. Recently, this Virginia native relocated to Ohio, where she passed away at her home on January 11th, 2022. Elizabeth was a hopeful spirit that delighted in her family, friends, the color pink, diamonds, and physical conditioning for bodybuilding competitions. Elizabeth is survived by her mother, Paula Braxton; her father, Eric Dollison; her sisters, Katherine and Madeline Dollison; her brothers, Thomas and Michael Virnston and her beautiful son, Hunter Griffin. Services will be Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 11:00am, at Eackles-Spencer & Norton Funeral Home, 256 Halltown Road, Harpers Ferry, WV, with...

Howard Lawrence Dixon, Jr., 68, of Thurmont, MD passed away December 23, 2021 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, in Fairfax, Virginia. Born May 20, 1953, he was the son of the late Howard L. and Maria Schafer Dixon. Howard was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Clay Alton Dixon, in 1960 at age 3. He was of the Christian faith and a Veteran who had served as a SP4 in the US Army. Howard earned his Civil Engineering degree at the University of Maryland. He worked many jobs and found his calling as a Survey Party Chief in Fairfax County, VA DPW, from which he retired. Genealogy and Disc Golf and Hiking were his favorite past-times; he loved trying to enrich the soil and ensuring...

Barbara Jean Stolz, 65, of Frederick, Maryland, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021 at her residence. Born January 8, 1956 in Frederick, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Lester and Rosie Miller Kipps. Barbara was a member of the Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Frederick, Maryland. She is survived by two sisters, Edith Hough of Fairfield, PA, and Carol Kipps of Martinsburg, WV; brother, David Kipps of Frederick, MD; brother-in-law, Robert Stolz of Lewisburg, PA; sister-in-law, Louise Gorny of Hilton Head, SC and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald Stolz, Jr. in 2010. Barbara loved God and really...

Mabel Ellen Badger, 75, of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, born May 31, 1946, passed at home surrounded by her husband and 9 children on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Services will be held Saturday, December 18, 2021 11:00am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 343 Carriage Drive, Harpers Ferry, WV, with Bishop McCune officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 17, 2021 from 6-8pm at Eackles-Spencer & Norton Funeral Home 256 Halltown Road, Harpers Ferry, WV. Condolences may be expressed at www.eackles-spencerfuneralhome.com

Evelyn Delores Longerbeam , 82 Oct 27, 1939 - Dec 3, 2021 Evelyn Delores Longerbeam, 82, of Hagerstown, Maryland passed away Friday, December 3, 2021 at the University of Maryland Hospital. Born October 27, 1939 in Dargan, Maryland, She was the daughter of the late James Arnold and Lillie Mae Jamison Ingram. Evelyn was a member of Samples Manor Church of God. She is survived by three nieces, Tammy Snyder, Bonnie Bentley and Kelly Nichols In addition to her parents Evelyn was preceded by her beloved husband Lester "Tom Dick" Longerbeam; three sisters, Joyce Ingram, Whylmenia Knight and Juanita Saylor and three brothers, Sam, Johnny and Gerald Ingram. Services will be held on Wednesday,...

Careth Ann McClain "Care", 76, of Inwood, West Virginia passed away November 26, 2021 at her residence peacefully with her family near. Born June 13, 1945 in Brunswick, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late William Graham Care and Edna Rose Kline Care. Careth graduated from Brunswick High School Class of 1963. She worked for NIH then IBM where she retired from as a project coordinator. Afterwards she returned to school and graduated as a LPN. She found work at several area nursing homes very rewarding. Careth will be remembered for being an amazing cook and hostess. Some of her favorite memories were of the holidays when she was able to cook for and entertain all of her family and...

David Holmes Drennen, 74, passed away peacefully at his home in Shepherdstown, WV on October 18, 2021. David was born in Charleston, WV to William Miller and Margaret Morton Drennen in 1946. He is survived by: his long time partner, Sally Ruth, his former wife, brother, two sisters, three children and their spouses and three grandchildren. David graduated from Episcopal High School and Duke University before serving in the 101st Airborne Division during the Vietnam War. He then received his law degree from the University of Denver. He worked in litigation for three years before finding his calling as General Council at an investment firm. David spent 40 years in corporate law, working...

David Holmes Drennen, 74, passed away peacefully at his home in Shepherdstown, WV on October 18, 2021. David was born in Charleston, WV to William Miller and Margaret Morton Drennen in 1946. He is survived by: his long time partner, Sally Ruth, his former wife, brother, two sisters, three children and their spouses and three grandchildren. David graduated from Episcopal High School and Duke University before serving in the 101st Airborne Division during the Vietnam War. He then received his law degree from the University of Denver. He worked in litigation for three years before finding his calling as General Council at an investment firm. David spent 40 years in corporate law, working...

Jonathan Westley Day departed this life on Friday, October 15, following a long battle with depression. Jonathan was beloved by his family, friends, and students, and will be remembered by all who knew him for his humor, creativity, intelligence, and kindness. Jonathan was born on January 6, 1982 to Mark & Mary Carol Day of Charles Town, WV. He graduated from Jefferson High School and Shepherd College, where he majored in English Education. Jonathan went on to teach in Jefferson County for 10 years before moving on to Frederick County MD and finally settling at Grafton School in Berryville, VA. Jonathan was married to the former Holly Fertig, with whom he shared a daughter, his beloved...