OBITUARIES

West Virginia Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas

Elizabeth 'Libby' Ann Adams (Lucas)

Elizabeth 'Libby' Ann Adams (Lucas)

Mar 27, 2025

Elizabeth "Libby" Ann Adams (Lucas), 72 of Morganton, North Carolina entered her heavenly home on March 27, 2025. Libby was born on October 24, 1952, to the late Herman and Thelema Lucas.

Libby was a graduate of Scott High School in Madison, West Virginia in May of 1971. She became a secretary at MSHA. As the years passed, she worked her...

James W. Riffe

James W. Riffe

Mar 25, 2025

James W. Riffe, 77, of West Madison, WV went home to be with the Lord on March 25, 2025 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, WV. He was born on May 18, 1948 to the late Stewart and Vivian Riffe. He was also preceded in death by his brother Leo; and sisters Janice Grant (Riffe), Carolyn Wilson, and Sandy...

Sherry Ann Peters

Sherry Ann Peters

Mar 25, 2025

Sherry Ann Peters, 77, of Wharton, WV passed away March 25, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her parents Earl C. “Pete” and Helen Morrison; and son Earl Jay Peters.

She is survived by her daughter Tracy (Brent) Price of Wharton; granddaughers Kayla Peters (Anthony) of Little Horse Creek, Jessica (Adam) McClung of Stollings, WV, and Courtney Price (Tyler) of Wharton,...

Vivian Marie Jarrell

Vivian Marie Jarrell

Mar 24, 2025

Vivian Marie Jarrell, 60, of Culloden, WV, passed away March 24, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her father Roger Jarrell; brothers Roger “Tank” Jarrell Jr., Chubby (Mildred) Jarrell, and Bill (Alice) Hopkins.

She is survived by her mother Barbara Hopkins and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, and nephews.

There will be a private family service.

Handley Funeral Home in Danville, WV...

Jennifer Lynn Scott

Jennifer Lynn Scott

Mar 22, 2025

Jennifer Lynn (Graley) Scott, 59, of Alkol, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 22nd. 

She was preceded in death by her husband George Scott, brother Jeff Graley, aunts Francine & Geneva, dear friend Martha Goode, and stepson & friend Dennis Scott. 

Jennifer was a faithful Christian woman, and did her very best to honor God through helping others whenever she could. She...

Trent Cameron Carr

Trent Cameron Carr

Mar 21, 2025

Trent Cameron Carr, 15, of Danville, WV was born July 20, 2009 and passed away March 21, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother Lisa Carr; great-grandparents Danny and Sandy Brogan, and Violet Carr; uncle K.D. and Devona Hager; and cousin Faith Barnett.

He is survived by his parents, Jimmy Fowler and Jasmine Carr; his grandfathers, Ed (Latisha) Brogan, Terry...

Linda Lou Perry

Linda Lou Perry

Mar 19, 2025

Linda Lou Perry, 83, of Danville, WV, passed away March 19, 2025.

She was born on August 28, 1941, of the late Charley Ray Varney Sr. and Velma (Lockard) Arthur. She is also preceded in death by her daughter Pamela Sue Ward; brothers Oather (George) Arthur and Scotty Arthur; aunt Ethel (Lockard) Sparks.

She is survived by her daughter Sheila (Walls) Ackerman;...

Phillip Miller

Phillip Miller

Mar 18, 2025

Phillip Miller, 80, of Turtle Creek, Danville, W.V. passed away on the morning of March 18, 2025, while at home.

He was born September 3, 1944, the youngest son of Amos and Gladys Miller. He is survived by his spouse of 56 years, Judy Lee Ballard-Miller, daughters Melissa Miller-Stewart (Joseph), Amanda Lee Miller-Muncy (Douglas) and son Phillip Andrew Miller and their...

Arthur Michael Vickers

Arthur Michael Vickers

Mar 14, 2025

Arthur Michael Vickers, a proud Air Force Veteran of Madison, WV was born at home on June 16, 1938. Mike went home to be with the Lord on March 14, 2025, at the age of 86. 

He was a son of the late Brady and Ruth (Collins) Vickers. He was also preceded in death by his son, Arthur Michael Vickers ll;...

Cecil Lee Doss

Cecil Lee Doss

Mar 14, 2025

Cecil Lee Doss I, 87, of Comfort, WV passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at home.

He was born April 21, 1937 and was a son of the late Frank T. Doss and Ruby K. Martin. He was also preceded in death by his son Jeffrey L. Doss; sister Betty J. Smith; brothers Billy Doss and Arnold J. Doss; son -in-law...

Jenipher Lynn Justice

Jenipher Lynn Justice

Mar 13, 2025

Jenipher Lynn Brunty Justice of Huntington, WV was born in Branchland, WV at home on July, 26, 1947. Jenipher went home to be with the lord on March 13, 2025, at the young age of 77. Jenipher was the daughter of the late John and Ivory (Dean) Brunty. She was also preceded in death by two sisters: Louise Adkins and...

Nada Sue Woodie

Nada Sue Woodie

Mar 13, 2025

Nada Sue Woodie (Moore), 71 of Foster, West Virginia entered her heavenly home on March 13, 2025. She was born on December 3, 1953 to the late John and Millie Moore. While attending Van High School, she met her high school sweetheart, Larry Woodie. They were married during the Spring of Nada’s senior year of high school, and Larry’s Air...

Billie Eugene Griffith

Billie Eugene Griffith

Mar 11, 2025

Billie Eugene Griffith (Bill), 93, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at home.

He was born on February 19, 1932, and preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Etta Griffith; his siblings, Paul Griffith and Carnie Griffith, as well as his wife Bertha “Dot” Griffith. 

He was a proud veteran and member of the UMWA...

Marion Leftwich

Marion Leftwich

Mar 11, 2025

Marion Yvonne Leftwich, 74, of Sharples, WV, passed away March 11, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her father George Leftwich and her mother Annie Leftwich Ford; she was also preceded in death by her step-father James E. Ford Jr; and sister Georgiann.

Born June 18, 1950, Marion was a graduate of Sharples High School and Marshall University. She was a...

Deborah Ann Price

Deborah Ann Price

Mar 11, 2025

Deborah Ann Price, 70, of Danville, WV passed away March 11, 2025.

Deborah was born April 26, 1954 to the late Junior and Norma Ball.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband Farley Price; sons Farley Price II (Tonya) and Craig Price (Wendy); sisters Diana Ferguson and Judy Rheubottom. Deborah also leaves behind five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Services will be 2:00...

Vonda Jean Asbury

Vonda Jean Asbury

Mar 9, 2025

Vonda Jean Asbury, 61, of Danville, WV, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with COPD. She was born on January 28, 1964, and preceded in death by her parents, David L. and Ruth Boggs, as well as her devoted husband of 24 years, Curtis Asbury.

She was a 1982 graduate from Scott High...

Michael Dwayne Dotson

Michael Dwayne Dotson

Mar 9, 2025

Michael Dwayne Dotson, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on March 9, 2025 at the age of 57, surrounded by his family. 

Michael was born May 6, 1967, the ninth of nine children, to the late Beulah M. and Corbett Dotson. 

He was preceded in death by siblings Junior Greene, Geraldine Price and Diane Pridemore; sisters-in-law Diane Greene and Jewel Greene;...

Jimmy Herman Farley

Jimmy Herman Farley

Mar 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jimmy Farley, who left this world far too soon. Jimmy was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering willingness to help others. Born with a heart as strong as his hands, Jimmy dedicated his life to his...

Bobby Ray Sutphin

Bobby Ray Sutphin

Mar 8, 2025

Bobby Ray Sutphin, 58, of Madison, WV, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

He was born November 22, 1966 to the late Jefferson Callie Sutphin and Stella Easter Sutphin.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Jefferson (Tom) Sutphin.

Bobby loved spending time with his family. He had a love for fishing, the re-runs of the...

Norma Lea Justice

Norma Lea Justice

Mar 7, 2025

Norma Lea Justice, 62, of Danville, WV, passed away March 7, 2025.

Services for Norma will be 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Fountain of Life Worship Center in Foster, WV with Mick Frye and Stacy Dingess officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial to follow at Danville Memorial Park, Danville, WV. 

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