Obituaries
Jeffrey Daniel Orndorff
Aug 23, 2025
“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
Jeffrey Daniel Orndorff, 74, of Morgantown, WV died in his home surrounded by family on August 23 after 11 years of battling Parkinson’s Disease. He was born in Winchester, VA on September 14, 1950 to Daniel Davis Orndorff and June Rae Orndorff. Jeff inherited his dad’s kindness...
Sarah A. Mullennex Minear
Aug 26, 2025
The Honorable Senator Sarah A. Mullennex Minear, 84, of Heritage Point in Morgantown, formerly of Parsons, Tucker County, WV, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at Harmony at White Oaks in Bridgeport, WV.
Sarah was born on August 11, 1941 in Parsons, WV, the daughter of the late John J. Mullennex Sr. and Ruth A. Swartz Mullennex. Sarah and...
Natalie Agnes Creese
Aug 29, 2025
Natalie Agnes Creese, 84, of Morgantown, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025 at Sundale Rehabilitation and Longterm Care. She was born July 7, 1941 in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of the late Nathaniel Nesbitt Small and Agnes (Russell) Small.
She was a retired Registered Nurse, working in Radiation Oncology at Ruby Memorial Hospital and a Spiritual Care Partner at Mon Health...
Pamela "Pam" Niki Costianes
Aug 26, 2025
Pamela (Pam) Niki Costianes was born on July 25, 1952 and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26th, after a long illness with both of her sisters at her side.
She is the daughter of the late Constance (Connie) Pantoplus Costianes (January, 2013 - deceased) and Dr. Elias Nick Costianes (December, 2015 - deceased)
She is survived by her sisters, Debra (Debbie)...
Nathan S. Huang
Aug 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Nathan S. Huang, at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family, on August 19, 2025.
Born on Sept. 5, 1935 in Taiwan, Nathan earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1959 from National Taiwan University. His life journey eventually led him to West Virginia University, where he...
Sarah Nestor Keener Crane Knowlton
Aug 19, 2025
Sarah Nestor Keener Crane Knowlton, 97, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025 at the Madison Center in Morgantown, WV. She was born on June 5, 1928, in Morgantown, to the late Clarence Nestor and Mary Alice Wilson Nestor.
In addition to her parents, Sarah was preceded in death by her siblings, Virginia Hanger, Mildred Boyd, Robert Nestor, Hattie Cale, Jessie...
Marsha Lynn Strakal
Aug 18, 2025
Marsha Lynn Strakal, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Evergreen Assisted Living Facility.
She was born August 28, 1946, in Morgantown, the daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Krivak.
Marsha was a Catholic by faith and a member of St. Luke The Evangelist Roman Catholic Church. She was a graduate of St. Francis High School. Upon graduating,...
Sandra Lee Waters
Aug 17, 2025
Sandra Lee Waters, 78, of Morgantown, WV, died unexpectedly at home on August 17, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Sandra was a graduate of Citizens General Hospital as a registered nurse and West Virginia University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Her nursing career spanned over 30 years and included positions at the Maternal and Infant Care Clinic, director of nursing...
Ann Stewart Whitmore Plein
Aug 16, 2025
Ann Stewart Whitmore Plein passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at home in Morgantown, West Virginia. Born in Abingdon, Virginia on August 11, 1959, she had made Morgantown her home for the past three decades.
Throughout her life, a generosity of spirit, the love of nature, the gift of curiosity, and an appreciation of beauty in small things guided Stewart....
John R. Mills, Jr.
Aug 16, 2025
John R. Mills, Jr. 73, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025 in Fairmont. He was born October 31, 1951 in Cumberland, MD, a son of the late John and Dorothy (Lewis) Mills.
John was a 1971 graduate of Morgantown High School and was an avid fan of West Virginia University. He was a lifelong resident of Morgantown and a...
Clydene Mason
Aug 14, 2025
Clydene Mason, 83, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at the Madison Center in Morgantown. She was born on June 1, 1942, in Library, Pennsylvania, daughter to the late Clyde C. Mason and Beulah (DeLong) Mason.
Clydene was a proud graduate of Barrackville High School and carried the values service throughout her life as a beloved member of her community...
David Allen McGee
Aug 13, 2025
David Allen McGee, 46, of Clarksburg, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
Arrangements, which are incomplete, have been entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home.
Danielle Dee Joseph
Aug 11, 2025
Danielle Dee Joseph, 56, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. She was born January 27, 1969, in Morgantown, WV, a daughter to the late John and Alberta Mae White. She was a dedicated Certified Nurse Assistant whose compassion and commitment to caring for others defined her life. Danielle's nurturing spirit made her a “safe haven” for those around her,...
George Sarris
Aug 8, 2025
George Sarris, 85, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, at Mon Health Medical Center. He was born on March 15, 1940, son of Nick Sarris and Mary Panos Sarris. He grew up in Liberty, West Virginia and was a 1958 graduate of St. Francis High School.
Upon receiving his degree from WVU in Business Administration with...
Karen Sue Ash Dalton
Aug 5, 2025
Karen Sue Ash Dalton, 74, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at her home. She was born April 7, 1951 in Fairmont, a daughter of the late Porter Dale and Dorothy Mae (Cunningham) Tinney.
Karen worked in the medical field as a secretary and caregiver. She loved spending time with her cat, Cuddles.
She is survived by her husband, Arlie...
Denford Burton McIe
Aug 3, 2025
Denford B. McIe, 76, of Marion County, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Fairmont Regional Medical Center.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025 at 11:00AM at Mannington Memorial Park with Pastor Lawrence Rebelo officiating.
James Michael Willard
Jul 31, 2025
James Michael Willard, age 79 of Cheat Lake, Morgantown, WV, was peacefully called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 31, 2025, joining his beloved wife, Dianna Lee Shultz Willard, who passed away on March 19, 2024, in the eternal embrace of Heaven.
Jim was born on August 9, 1945, the son of the late Plummer and Dorothy Willard....
M. Kate Clark
Jul 30, 2025
M. Kate Clark, 94, longtime resident of Morgantown, passed into Glory July 30, 2025, at Sundale Nursing Home. The only child of Enos and Ona Jones Clark, she was born May 31, 1931, in Weston. She grew up on the family farm in Roanoke, Lewis County. That property is now part of Stonewall Jackson Lake State Resort.
After graduating from Weston...
James Paul Turner
Jul 28, 2025
James Paul Turner, 54, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 28, 2025. The son of Patricia Ann Turner and the late James Louis Turner. His sudden passing leaves a profound emptiness in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
James was a man of strength, heart, and quiet humility — who would give you the...
Robert David Means
Jul 22, 2025
Robert David Means (Bob), 44, of Huntington, WV passed away Tuesday July 22, 2025. He was born in Morgantown, WV June 8, 1981 to the late Sarah (Goodwin) Means and William Conrad (Rad) Means Jr.
Bob is survived by his spouse, Amanda Jones Means and their daughters, Reagan Elizabeth and Bailey Adaline Means, as well as his sister, Patricia Desmuke and...
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