Obituaries
Deborah Ann Moran
Feb 13, 2026
Deborah Ann Moran was called home to be with the Lord on February 13th at Ruby Memorial Hospital after a sudden illness. She will be remembered as a loving daughter, sister, wife, aunt and friend.
She was born May 27,1954 in Morgantown, the oldest child of Philip and Erma Oliver Pellegrin. She graduated from Morgantown High School in1972 and earned her...
Donald Ray Johnson
Feb 14, 2026
Donald Ray “Donnie” Johnson, 68, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at his home in Westover. Donnie was born on August 22, 1957 in Washington, DC to the late Charles Johnson and the late Betty Perdue and Pat Walker.
Donnie had a passion for the culinary arts and his enthusiasm for cooking led to a rewarding job at Stefano’s restaurant...
Viola Faye Hofer
Feb 17, 2026
Viola Faye Lowe Hofer, 96, of Morgantown, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
She was born in Morgantown on December 11, 1929, daughter of the late Lonnie P Lowe and Pearl Janet Pennington Lowe.
She worked for the WVU Athletic Department for many years before starting a career with the United States Postal Service, where she was promoted to Postmaster for...
Ross Allen Knotts
Jan 11, 2026
Ross Allen Knotts, 56, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Born in Ames, Iowa, on September 4, 1969, to Darlene Herndon and Eugene Knotts.
Ross was a man who found his greatest joy in the simplicity of the outdoors. Whether he was fishing a quiet stream, foraging for ramps and ginseng, or simply tending to his lawn,...
Shueh-Hui Shen
Feb 13, 2026
The family of Shueh-Hui (“Hui”) Shen is deeply saddened to share that Hui has passed away at her home in Morgantown, WV at the age of 85 on February 13, 2026.
Born on December 20, 1940 in Tainan City, Taiwan, Hui is survived by her husband of nearly 57 years, Ming-Shing Shen; her sons, Stephen Shen (Vicki Hang) of San Diego,...
David Vaughn Watkins
Feb 11, 2026
David Vaughn Watkins, 64, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. He was born January 1, 1962, in Morgantown to Shirley (Lewis) Watkins Hill and the late David Ashby Watkins.
A proud graduate of Morgantown High School in 1979, he served honorably in the United States Marine Corps, specializing as a refrigeration and diesel mechanic. This foundational military experience propelled him...
Jeffrey L. Webb
Dec 10, 2025
Jeffrey L. Webb was born in Charleston, West Virginia, on January 19, 1954, and died in Gainesville, Florida, on December 10, 2025.
Jeffrey was the beloved son on Robert N. Webb and Mary E. Webb and was cherished by his two brothers David R. Webb and Steven E. Webb.
Jeffrey graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in Charleston, West Virginia, and thereafter...
Philip Charles Berryhill
Feb 11, 2026
Philip Charles Berryhill, 78, of Morgantown, WV, beloved husband of Sylvia, passed away peacefully at his home on February 11, 2026, after a long health battle. Phil was born in Pittsburgh, PA on October 5, 1947, to Rev. Dr. Marshall D. and Madeline C. Berryhill. He enjoyed growing up in Greenville, PA and cherished the friendships he created there.
Phil was...
Dolores Irene Haun
Feb 8, 2026
Dolores Irene Haun went to be with her Lord on February 8, 2026 at age 90, surrounded by her family at her daughter’s home. She was born April 9, 1935 in Weston, WV to the late Clifford Rex and Dovie Bell (Heater) McKinney.
Dolores graduated from Morgantown High School in 1954 and worked at Murphy’s Five and Ten. She married the...
Dr. David Scott Bucy
Feb 6, 2026
Dr. David Scott Bucy, 75, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away peacefully in his home on February 6, 2026.
Born on October 7, 1950, in Morgantown, West Virginia, David was a devoted husband, father, and beloved Pop Pop. He was a loving husband to Vicki (Sesek) Bucy and a proud father to Lindsay Bucy, Drew Bucy, and Dana Bucy Sommers (Daniel);...
Robert H. Samuels
Feb 5, 2026
Robert H. Samuels, 72, of Morgantown, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026 at his home.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home.
Isaac Raymond Lind
Feb 4, 2026
Isaac Raymond Lind, born March 9, 1994, in Ranson, West Virginia, passed away on February 4, 2026. Isaac is survived by his mother, Mary Elizabeth Lind, and his father, Raymond Robert Lind, Jr. both of Middleway, WV. He leaves behind his beloved children, Emiliegh and Oliver Lind.
He is lovingly remembered by his siblings: Sophia Lind of Black Mountain, NC; Jacob Lind...
Clifford Ray Thewlis
Feb 4, 2026
Clifford Ray Thewlis, 68, of Maidsville, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026. He was born January 28, 1958 in Morgantown, a son of the late Robert and Catherine (Fisher) Thewlis.
He was a graduate of Morgantown High School and worked as a vehicle mechanic all of his life.
He is survived by his brother, Robert (Elizabeth) Thewlis, nephews, Eric (Tracy) Thewlis and...
Douglas Elwood Snyder
Feb 4, 2026
Douglas Elwood Snyder,80, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Pocahontas County, WV on July 17, 1945 to parents Kerth and Ethel Mary Snyder.
Although Doug battled with Parkinson’s Disease for many years, he worked construction, specifically as a union carpenter, and a superintendent for Glenmark Corp. After years in...
Bonnie Ann Heaster
Feb 3, 2026
Bonnie Ann Heaster, 58, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born August 6, 1967 in Morgantown, a daughter of the late Harold R. and Mary F. Boyles.
Bonnie was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Jeff Heaster; four children, Eric Heaster,...
Beata Marianna Kolaja
Feb 2, 2026
Beata Marianna Kolaja, age 86, of Morgantown, West Virginia, died in hospice care at Ruby Memorial Hospital on Monday February 2, 2026. Beata is survived by her two children Tom (Lisa) and Monica (Markus) Hottenrott; and her six grandchildren Maddie, Jonas, Isabella, Grazia, Maeve, and Gabriella.
Beata was born to German parents, Anna and Jan Oschietzki, in Chorzow, Poland, on August...
David Ernest Frabutt
Feb 2, 2026
David Ernest Frabutt passed away on February 2, 2026. He was born on September 24, 1947, and lived a life defined by dedication, integrity, service, and deep love for his family.
David was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Diana Marie Frabutt, who passed away in 2023. They shared a devoted marriage until her passing, and she remained the love...
Donald Lawrence Newlon
Feb 2, 2026
Donald Lawrence Newlon quietly made his final journey to Paradise at 8:10 pm on February 2, 2026.
He was born June 24, 1926 in Morgantown to the late Thomas Gerald & Dorothy Evelyn Michael Newlon.
Donald graduated from Morgantown High School in 1944 and proudly served in the United States Army from 1944 to 1946. He was stationed in the Philippines and...
Donald Duane Longfellow, Jr.
Feb 2, 2026
Donald Duane Longfellow, Jr. passed away on February 2, 2026 peacefully at home in the company of his beloved son, in his hometown of Morgantown, West Virginia.
He was born on November 7th, 1949 to Donald Duane Longfellow and Lois Garletts Longfellow. He was preceded in death by his younger brother Michael David Longfellow.
Donald was an active member of this community,...
Nancy DeViese Gurtis
Jan 29, 2026
Nancy DeViese Gurtis was called Home on January 29, 2026, at the age of 78. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend.
Born on August 22, 1947, in Charlton Heights, West Virginia, to the late James Edward and Dorothy Taylor DeViese, she is survived by her husband, Richard “Dick” Michael Gurtis; sister, Mary “Diane”...
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