Obituaries

Charles Dickinson Raese

Charles Dickinson Raese

May 17, 2015

Charles Dickinson Raese, 51, of Morgantown, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2015. Charles was born in Morgantown on February 29, 1964, the son of the late Richard Aubrey “Dyke” Raese and the late Harriett Louise (Wiedebusch) Raese. He graduated from Morgantown High School in 1982, and went on to attend West Virginia University where he received a Bachelor of...

Vickie Sue Hash

Vickie Sue Hash

May 14, 2015

Vickie “Susie” Summers Hash—Our precious wife, mother, sister, aunt, and Gran was called home Thursday, May 14, 2015. Susie was at Ruby Memorial Hospital undergoing a Bone Marrow Transplant. Susie’s family and special friends, Nancy Leonard and Susan Phillips were by her side. Susie was pre-deceased by parents C.D. and Freda Edens Summers; brother, Jerry L. Summers. She is...

Margaret Collins

Margaret Collins

May 13, 2015

Margaret Collins, 75, of, Morgantown, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at Ruby Memorial Hospital. She was born in Morgantown on July 14, 1939, the daughter of the late John "Jack" and the late Frances Arbaugh West. She was a loving mother and grandmother, Margaret loved walking and line dancing. Margaret is survived by her children, Karen Collins and...

Vivian Kerr Crosby

Vivian Kerr Crosby

May 13, 2015

Kerr Crosby Mother Wife Sister Mimi Mentor Muse Vivian Kerr Crosby of Morgantown, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at the age of 74. Kerr was born in Fayetteville, West Virginia, September 1940, the daughter of William Andrew and Vivian Katherine (Mahan) Withrow. She attended St. Catherine's School in Richmond, Virginia, and Mary Baldwin College, before graduating from West...

Terry Lynn Everett

Terry Lynn Everett

May 13, 2015

Terry Lynn Everett, 50, of Morgantown, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born in Morgantown on July 18, 1964, the son of the late Edward Lee Everett, Sr. and the late Virginia (Calloway) Everett. Survivors include his five siblings, Sharon Everett, Janice Williams and her husband Revel, Edward Everett Jr., Rochelle...

Mary Kathleen Mayfield

Mary Kathleen Mayfield

May 12, 2015

Mary Kathleen (Lemley) Mayfield, 89, of Madison Avenue, Morgantown passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at Ruby Memorial Hospital. She was born in Mt. Morris, PA on August 21, 1925, the daughter of the late Phineas and Winona (Headley) Lemley. She attended Christian Missionary & Alliance Church. Mary is survived by two sons and spouses, James Mayfield and Sue...

Sam Luci

Sam Luci

May 10, 2015

Sam Luci, 93, of Morgantown, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2015 at Monongalia General Hospital. He was born in Preston County on November 3, 1921, the son of the late Luigi Luci and the late Concetta (Latanzi) Luci. A devout Catholic, he was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Star City. Mr. Luci served in the United...

Libero Carmelo Policicchio

Libero Carmelo Policicchio

May 9, 2015

Libero “Lee” Carmelo Policicchio, 67, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born in Lago, Italy on February 4, 1948, a son of the late Gabriele Policicchio and the late Violanda (Naccarato) Policicchio. Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Rose Mary Medina Policicchio; two sons, Gabriele Policicchio and fiancé Sondra Brown,...

Herbert Nelson Jacobs

Herbert Nelson Jacobs

May 9, 2015

Herbert Nelson “Herb” Jacobs, 76, of Halleck Rd., Morgantown went home to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Sundale Nursing Home. Herbert was born in Morgantown on April 14, 1939, a son of the late Moses and Amy Elizabeth Jackson Jacobs. Survivors include his wife of nearly 50 years, Rosemarie Taylor Jacobs; his son,...

Lois Katherine Hershman

Lois Katherine Hershman

May 8, 2015

Lois Katherine Hershman, 72, of Masontown, passed away Friday morning, May 8, 2015 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. She was born in Morgantown on July 10, 1942, the daughter of the late George Dalton and the late Rosie (Murray) Dalton. Survivors include four children, Donna Decker and husband Ralph, Kathy Andrews and husband Dave, Lillie Everetts and companion Doug Hoskins...

Eddie Casino

Eddie Casino

May 1, 2015

Edward D. “Eddie” Casino, 73 of Wana, West Virginia, died Friday, May 1, 2015 at his home, surrounded by his loving wife and family, and his loving dogs, Cuddles and Zoey. He was born February 26, 1942 in Star City, West Virginia, son of the late Fred and Dorothy Savage Casino. He was a volunteer fireman for Star City....

Theodore Robert Hastings

Theodore Robert Hastings

Apr 29, 2015

Theodore Robert Hastings, 12, of Morgantown, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at his home. Theodore Robert was born in Valdosta, GA on October 10, 2002; the son of Timothy Scott Hastings and Jennifer Marie Hastings. He was a member of Casey’s ATA Black Belt Academy, where he received his 1st Degree Black Belt. He also was a 2014...

Gerald Edward Lewis

Gerald Edward Lewis

Apr 28, 2015

Gerald E. Lewis, 62, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at his residence. He was born September 7, 1952 in Elkins, WV, a son of the late Rose Lewis. He attended Morgantown High School and was currently employed at West Virginia University. He was well known as a referee for various sports on all levels throughout the...

Joseph R. "Tap Tap" Custer

Joseph R. "Tap Tap" Custer

Apr 27, 2015

Joseph Robert "Tap Tap" Custer, 63, of Star City, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 27, 2015. He was surrounded by his loving wife, Kathy and Sister Rachel Blias. He was born May 5, 1951, in Marion County, WV; son of the late Aubrey and Doris Bush Custer. Joe was a 1969 graduate of Morgantown High...

Nora Catherine Calvert

Nora Catherine Calvert

Apr 27, 2015

Nora Catherine Calvert, 99, of Westover, passed away Monday, April 27, 2015 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. In keeping with her wishes, cremation services will be provided by Hastings Funeral Home in Morgantown and there will be no public services. Send condolences online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

Pearl Guseman

Pearl Guseman

Apr 26, 2015

Pearl Guseman, 95, of Morgantown, was called home Sunday afternoon, April 26, 2015 at Sundale Nursing Home. Pearl was born in Bretz, WV on December 24, 1919, to the late Frank Wolfe and the late Iva Mary (Harned) Wolfe. She graduated from Masontown High School in 1938. Pearl married the love of her life, Philip Guseman, Sr. on October...

Sylvester Demetrious Dinardi

Sylvester Demetrious Dinardi

Apr 25, 2015

Sylvester Demetrious “Sy” Dinardi, 90, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015 at his residence. Sylvester was born in Mt. Union, PA on June 29, 1924, a son of the late Antonio Demetrious and Victoria Dinardi . Survivors include his son, Peter David Dinardi, Sr. and his wife Rheba of Westover; a grandson, Peter David Dinardi, Jr. of...

Nancy Jane Hartley

Nancy Jane Hartley

Apr 23, 2015

Nancy Jane Hartley, 65, of Morgantown, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2015 at her residence. She was born in Morgantown on April 6, 1950, the daughter of the late Charles Frederick and Lettie (Casteel) Gibson. She is survived by her children, Terri McClurg and her husband Ricky of Morgantown, Harry Hartley, Jr. and his wife Michaela of Morgantown, and...

Mary Biser

Mary Biser

Apr 23, 2015

Mary Rosalie (Coulson) Biser, 85, of Morgantown, passed away at her home Thursday, April 23rd. She was born in Morgantown, the daughter of the late Thomas B. Coulson & Mirtie Mae (Barrickman) Coulson. She was a graduate of Morgantown High School. She worked for over 25 years at the WVU Bookstore. She is survived by one son, James A....

Betty Jean Wade

Betty Jean Wade

Apr 22, 2015

Betty Jean Wade, 69, of Core, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2015, surrounded by some special friends and family. Hastings Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She was born in Morgantown on August 1, 1945, the daughter of the late Eugene Sturgiss Whipkey and Bertha (Garner) Whipkey. Betty was a wonderful pianist. She played piano at Hagans Christian...