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Kelly Diane Tilley Cozort, 50, of Glen Fork, WV formerly of Sabine passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at her home. She was born on October 7, 1974 in Beckley, WV a daughter of the late Kenneth and Loretta Ritchie Tilley. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her loving husband Shawn Cozort, an infant brother Kenneth Tilley, Jr., and special friends Mandy and John Boy Tilley. Survivors include her daughter Samantha Cozort and fiancé Austin Tilley, three sons Kenneth Cozort, Triston McMillion and Trevor McMillion, two grandsons Dawson Aliff and Jax Tilley, a sister Kathy Tilley, her companion of 12 years Charlie McMillion, Jr., and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 6 pm on Tuesday, January 21st at 6 pm in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Steve Bailey officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 5 pm until time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated and laid to rest in the spring at the Tilley Cemetery, Twin Falls, WV. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the funeral. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Nancy Jane Robertson, 69, of Mullens, WV passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV. She was born on November 9, 1955 in Bluefield, WV a daughter of the late William Junior and Betty Jean Robertson. Nancy graduated Mullens High School in 1974 and continued her life in Mullens the town she loved. She always had a smile on her face. She was in the Passenger seat for any adventure especially for music and dancing. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sisters Mary Robertson and Karen Robertson, a brother Donnie Robertson, and sisters Louise McKinney and Patty Shrewsbury. Those left to cherish her memory in clued a sister Cathy Webb, a niece Lisa Snow, a great niece Kara Snow (Tanner) Neely, and a host of other loving family and friends. Her celebration into Heaven was joyous greeted by cousins Donna Copley and Layla Ross. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank everyone who text, called and prayed for Nancy, during her short illness. She was blessed with dear friends whom she thought as family. A special thank you to Bowers Hospice House and Hospice of Southern West Virginia. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Grant “Keg” Stacy, 74, of Itmann, WV passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at CAMC Memorial Hospital, Charleston, WV. He was born on May 18, 1950 in Isaban, WV a son of the late William Russell and Elizabeth McCoy Stacy. He was a member of the UMWA and worked 20 years in the Coal Mines mostly at US Steel. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his son Charles “Chuck” Stacy, brothers Roger and Lawrence Stacy. Those left to cherish his memory include wife Stella Donathan Stacy, a daughter Samantha Jo Stacy of Itmann, three grandchildren CJ Stacy, Olivia Stacy and Brayden Stacy all of Rhodell, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Marvin David Privett, 86, of Maben, WV passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Pine Lodge, Beckley, WV. He was born on March 29, 1938 in Mullens, WV a son of the late Roscoe and Virgie Privett. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two brothers Jessie and William Privett, and a daughter Tina Louise Dragen. Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years Carolyn Catron Privett, two grandsons Levi Crouch and Joe Vance, a great granddaughter Lily Crouch, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Freman Ricky Osborne, 52, of Oceana, WV went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 2, 2025, leaving from St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington, WV following a short illness. He was born on March 24, 1972 in Weston, WV a son of Madeline Osborne and the late Rev. Benny Osborne. Freman loved his family, he loved babies, fishing, trains and spent hours playing his cards and puzzles and most of all he loved Jesus. He loved to hear preaching and to sing songs of praise, especially “I Saw the Light”. To know Freman was to love him and everyone that ever met him did just that. His desire to be in church and praise Jesus was an example for us all. In addition to his father he is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Oscar and Julie Osborne, maternal grandmother Sylvia Osborne, two sisters Mary Osborne and Susan Copley, and a brother Jackie Vance. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother Madeline Osborne, his great niece Destiny Osborne of Oceana, his great nephew Coltan Daniels of Oceana, sister Connie (Michael) Mills of Stanleytown, VA, brother Allen (Kim) Osborne of Bassett, VA, his second mother Martha Osborne of Davin, sisters Janice Rose of Davin, Essie (Rev. Bobby) Peyton of Cyclone, Kelly (Rev. Randy) Lusk of Lorado, Lisa Vance of Logan, brothers Rev. Nathen (Melissa) Vance of Campus, Russell Vance of Accoville and a host of nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, January 18th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Billy Gibson, Sr. and Rev. Billy Gibson, Jr. officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 12pm until time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated following the service. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Alice May Miller, 74, of Beckley, WV passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025 in a Fayette County Nursing facility. Born August 28th 1950 in Pineville, WV she was the daughter of the late Anderson and Ruby Barnett Vance. Alice was a 1969 graduate of Baileysville High School. She was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Scott Miller, a sister Jill Hodges, a brother Johnny Vance, a sister-in-law Kathy Vance, and a brother-in-law Carl Chinsolo, Jr. Those left to cherish her memory are her son Richard Vance and wife Liz of Beckley, a grandson Richard Aden Vance of Beckley, a granddaughter Savannah Vance of Beckley, a sister Debra Vance Chinsolo of Welch, four brothers Roger Vance and wife Kathy of Baileysville, Jack Vance of Indian Creek, Ernest Vance and wife Debbie of Saulsville and Lewis Barnett of Nebraska, a sister-in-law Norlea Vance of Baileysville, a brother-in-law Kenneth Hodges of Corinne, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated and there will be no service at this time. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to Alzheimer's Association West Virginia Chapter, P.O. Box 18485, South Charleston WV 25303. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Christopher Hurley, 66, of Simon, WV passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Huntington, WV. He was born September 11, 1958 in Man, WV a son of the late Warren Cunningham and Stella Hanshaw Hurley. Christopher was a member of Clear Fork Valley Baptist Church and the UMWA. In addition to her parents, he is preceded in death by his father-in law and mother-in-law Gene Burgess and Shelby Walker Burgess Vance, and his two brothers Gary Hurley and Jarel Hurley. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Tina Hurley of Sunhill, his daughters Christina Hurley and Companion Isreal Varney both of Williamson and Carrie Hurley of Beckley, his grandchildren Haven Maynard, Andon Endicott, Charlie McCormick, Gunner Endicott, and Aurora Hurley, brother Larry Hurley of Sunhill, brother-in-law Donald Burgess and wife Sherry of Oceana, his best friend Mike Paitsel of Oceana, his dog who was his best friend Vern, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, January 14 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Erwin Gregory officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 12pm until time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Larry Edward Cozort, 76, of Glen Fork, WV entered into his new home on Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was born on May 11, 1948 in Glen Fork, WV a son of the late Ben and Minnie Day Cozort. Larry was a proud coal miner and member of the UMWA. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a son Jeffery “Scott” Cozort, nephews Andy Harvey, Robert Estepp, II, and Robert “Boomer” Estepp, III, and an uncle and aunt Frankie and Nancy Day. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 54 years Mary Arnold Cozort, a daughter Tonia Carver and husband Tim of Glen Fork, two sons Edward Todd Cozort and wife Stephanie of Alabama and Benjamin Seth Cozort and wife Tanya of Barrackville, grandchildren Bridget Cozort of Huntington, Megan Murdock, husband Ray and their three children of Oak Hill, Deana Carver and her two sons of Glen Fork, and Danae Carver of Glen Fork, Spencer Cozort of South Carolina, and Jolina Cozort of Alabama, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1pm on Wednesday, January 15 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12pm until time of service Wednesday at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in the Cozort Family Cemetery, Glen Fork, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Earnel Dean Toler, 81, of Kopperston, WV went peacefully to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at UVA Hospital, Charlottesville, VA, with his loving and devoted wife, daughter and son in law by his side. Earnel was born on June 25, 1943 in Lorado, WV a son of the late Chester and Mamie Gibson Toler. After Earnel graduated from Oceana High School in 1962, he served four years in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Forrestal. Then, he was employed by Easter Associated Coal Company for 42 years where he worked in the shop as an electrician mechanic. He was a faithful member of the Oceana First Church of God serving as a Deacon and a Sunday School teacher for 30 years. He also served as a Trustee of his Church and was a member of the UMWA and the NRA. Earnel enjoyed life to the fullest and never met a stranger. He placed God first in his life, was a loving husband, dad, and papaw that believed that time spent with family and friends was time well spent. He was always working on a project whether at home, his church, garage, or yard and was often found helping a friend and neighbor. His favorite hobbies were hunting and fishing with family and his buddies at his camp in Sugar Grove, WV. Both Earnel and Kay welcomed everyone to fellowship with them and enjoy annual July 4th, Labor Day, Memorial Day, weekends, and Thanksgiving at their camp, in addition to the most anticipated turkey and deer season hunting trips that he and his buddies looked forward to all year long. Many years of special memories were made at the camp that was so dear to him and to the people in his life that had the opportunity to be a part of it. Everyone was made to feel like family. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by infant twins, a son, Earnel Dean Toler, II and a daughter, Kimberly Ann Toler, three sisters, Kay Plumley, Audra Evans, Kathy Jones, a brother, Eual Toler. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 60 years, Kay Cook Toler and their beloved daughter, Angela Toler Bennett and her husband Lee of Norton, WV. He was the loving Papaw to three very special grandchildren, Roy Dickenson (Tiffany) of Norton, WV, Tiffany Isenhart (Gabe) of Elkins, WV and Wesley Dickenson (Eden) of Huntington, WV, as well as five great grandchildren, Berkley Jaggie, IV, Olivia Chabut, Adilyn Isenhart, Cora Zirkle, and Maddox Isenhart. He is also survived by three brothers, Roy Toler of Koppertson, Thomas (Debbie) Toler of Rincon, GA and Arvil (Tammy) Toler of Reedy Creek, WV, a sister-in-law Glenna Toler of Kopperston, three brother-in- laws Beecher Plumley of Kopperston, Tom Evans, Jr. of Oceana and Johnny Jones of Oceana. Earnel will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him including a host of nieces, nephews, friends, neighbors, and hunting buddies. Funeral service will be held at 12:30pm on Friday, January 10th at Oceana First Church of God with Rev. Herb Cook officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 11:30am until time of service Friday at the church. Military Rites will be conducted by the Wyoming County Honor Guard. He will be laid to rest at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be Roy Toler, Thomas Toler, Arvil Toler, Roy Dickenson, Wesley Dickenson, and Mark Aguilar. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV., WV.

Donald Glen Slough, 83, originally from Sunbury, PA. Passed away December 28, 2024 at home. Survived by son Christopher Slough and brother Richard Slough. Preceeded by grandson Nicolas Conrad Slough. He served in the Navy as a Naval Air Technical Mechanic, from July 1960 to July 1964. He became a Volkswagen/ Subaru Mechanic when he exited the Navy for over 30 years. He was a big country music fan and liked old Western movies. He enjoyed photography. He was the kindest man his son ever knew and was very loved, a selfless provider and will be terribly missed.

Betty Ruth McClellan Blankenship, 87, of Clintonville, WV, formerly of Kopperston, left this life to gloriously enter Heaven’s gates on Monday, December 30, 2024 at her home in Clintonville, WV with her family and pets at her bedside. Born October 4, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Denver, Sr. and Martha Fry McClellan. She married her late husband, Calvin Blankenship, Jr. on December 24, 1954 and is now joyously reunited with him in Heaven. Betty was a homemaker, providing love, nurturing and support not only to her husband and children, but also to her brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and cousins along with church and community friends. A devout Christian who truly loved the Lord, Betty lived a Godly life and taught others by her example. She always answered the question, “How are you today?” with the words, “I’m blessed,” and truly she was. Betty was a charter member of the Family Praise and Worship Center, where she served as chair of the Card Ministry. So many lives were brightened by receiving a birthday, anniversary, get well or thinking of you card. Diligent in her tasks, no one was ever forgotten. Currently attending James Chapel Church in Clintonville, Betty previously attended Oceana Freewill Baptist Church, where she was actively involved in the Ladies Auxiliary, Vacation Bible School, the play/drama ministry and other events as needed. Betty was an excellent photographer. Beginning with her first Kodak Brownie camera, to the 35mm Calvin gifted her in Christmas 1961, to her SLR and ultimately digital photos, Betty always took pictures. She chronicled the family history and growth with her wonderful photographs. Church and School functions, milestone moments for family and friends, natural scenery and current events were all documented by Betty’s amazing pictures. She often said pictures keep our memories fresh. Betty loved her family dearly. The second oldest child as well as the oldest daughter in her immediate family, she mothered all the brothers and sisters, Calvin’s nieces and nephews, cousins, and many friends. A true “Kopperston Mom” she extended that nurturing, motherly love to not only children on her block but all throughout both camps. Both her son-in-law and daughter-in-law say she “is the mother of our hearts”. A long time genealogy buff, Betty had researched the family trees for both the McClellan/Fry and Blankenship/Daniels families. She had ancestry documentation for up to 18 generations on some family lines. She was the family historian. If anyone ever had a question about a family connection, birth and death dates, or any other type of information, Betty was the one to call. And she listened. Easy to talk to, people found themselves confiding in her knowing she would always keep their confidence. Betty’s life was a life well-lived. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, kindness and the importance of family. Until we meet in Heaven. Amen. In addition to her parents and husband Betty is preceded in death by her sister JoAnn Mills and her husband Okie, three brothers Cecil McClellan and his wife Lottie, James G. McClellan, and Denver McClellan, Jr. and his wife Judy, her parents in law Calvin, Sr. and Bertie Emily Daniels Blankenship. Survivors include a daughter Vicki Gallaher and her husband Michael of Clintonville, WV, a son Michael Lee Blankenship and his wife Jean Ann of Mont Vale, VA, grandsons Lucas Gallaher and his wife Malorie of Clintonville, WV and Joshua Blankenship and his wife April of Lynchburg, VA, a granddaughter Kayla Blankenship of Mount Vale, VA, great grandchildren Aaron Irick and wife Jordyn of Ottawa, WV, Nikki Blankenship-Cook and husband John of Clintonville, WV, Mackenzie and Savannah Blankenship of Lynchburg, VA, Juliann Gallaher and her mother Elizabeth of Clay, WV and Kaesyn Bishop and her mother Kristina of Rupert, WV, great great grandchildren Bentley James Irick of Cherryvale, Kansas, and soon to arrive Vada Ashlynn Irick of Ottawa, WV, her God Daughter Gina Ruth Maynard of Kopperston, WV, sisters Kay Frye-Williams and husband Sam of Accoville, WV, and Cheri Brown and husband Rick of Gramling, SC, a sister-in-law Nancy McClellan of Beckley, WV, dear friend who is more like family Mary Grist of Clintonville, WV, her precious pets- her dogs KoKo and Ashley and her cats Rosie Petals and Jack, and a host of nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 12 pm on Wednesday, January 8th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. She will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 10 am until time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family would like to give a special thanks to Greenbrier Valley Hospice especially Christi, Mikki and Bill. In lieu of flowers sympathy donations can be made to the Family Praise and Worship, Oceana, WV or James Chapel Church, Clintonville, WV. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Emily Lou McMillion Ogle, 68, of Pineville, WV passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV. She was born on January 31, 1956 a daughter of the late Lomer McMillion and Thelma Jean McMillion of Rowe, WV. In addition to her father she is preceded in death by her husband Winfred James Ogele, a brother Lomer McMillion, Jr., and a niece Natasha Lester. In addition to her mother survivors include two daughters Brittany Ogle and Samantha Ogle and companion Khris Williams, a son Winfred James “JJ” Ogle, Jr., grandchildren James Clifton Ogle and Dakota James Ogle, a sister Dora Fary (Stanley) Abbott, brothers Berry (Dee Dee) McMillion and Frank (Dana) McMillion, two nephews Scott McMillion and Roy (Sasha) Lester, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Lonnie Ray Stewart, 68, of Matheny, WV passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at CAMC General, Charleston, WV. He was born on August 5, 1956 in Man, WV a son of the late Waymna and Josephine Slatton Stewart. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a daughter Veronica Price, and uncle Carence Slatton. Survivors include a daughter LaDonna Lambert and husband Larry of Matheny, six grandchildren Christian Price, Adriana Hendricks and husband Ryan, Kaylea Price Austin Gibson, Hunter Price, Jackson Lambert and Levi Bowers, a sister Lisa Counts of Beckley, a brother Wayman “Junior” Stewart and wife Donna of Oceana, special aunt and uncle Geraldine Maag and Bill Maag, a nephew Brian Counts, a niece Hope Wollum, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, January 9th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Jerry Graham officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Stewart Cemetery, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Brenda Faye Stacy, 77, of Pineville, WV who loved to fish and travel went home on Friday December 27th, 2024 to continue her escapades with her loving husband. She was born December 15, 1947 in Pikeville, KY a daughter of the late Edward and Ollie Tackett Newsome. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband Lawrence Edward Stacy, a brother James Newsome, and a sister Lois Walls and husband Roger. Those left to cherish her memory include her sons William Edward Stacy of Statesville, NC and Lawrence Edward Stacy, Jr and wife Lisa of Mooresville, NC, her grandchildren Savannah Shea Stacy of Beckley, Gabrilla Joy Stacy of Statesville, NC and Reagan Faye Stacy of Mooresville, NC, sisters Michelle Dawn Newsome Dawson and husband Jeffrey of Rock View, and Carol Sue Newsome Baker and husband Nathan of Brenton, brothers Ronnie Newsome and wife Donna of Ikes Fork and Bobby Newsome and wife Nancy of Maben, sister-in-law Sandy Newsome of Brenton and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be at 12pm on Tuesday January 7th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. Mrs. Stacy will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 11am until time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Mary Jean Damron, age 70, of Ikes Fork, WV left her earthly body on December 26, 2024, and was reunited with her husband of 48 years, Ted Damron, to walk the streets of gold in Heaven. She was born on April 17, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio, a daughter of the late Arthur Sprouse and the late Emma Jean Carlson. Mary was Granny to many. When you met Mary you could turn your life around because she introduced you to Jesus before she introduced herself. She was “The Shoebox Lady”, she was “Mama Gump”, she was “The Hillbilly Angel”. She was Ted’s “Angel”. She was Mom, She was Momma. She was MOJALOM, More Of Jesus And Less Of Me. Mary dedicated her life to loving children here at home, in Southern WV, long before she was called to serve with Operation Christmas Child, going into 42 countries and 48 states. Mary and her brothers’ and sisters’ love for each other is unbreakable. That Love taught her how to love others. Mary said the best time in her childhood was spent with her siblings in Shiloh, fishing and playing in the water together. Shiloh means the presence of GOD. They found it in Shiloh, VA and one by one they walk in it now. Their whole lives they’ve gathered to play in water, carving out time to camp together. She was 1 of 8. The closest siblings you’ll ever meet. In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her two sisters, Linda Lee Lambert and Sandra Sue Sprouse, four brothers, Danny Ray Sprouse, Randy Joe Sprouse, Peter Dale Sprouse, and Steven Wayne Sprouse, and her stepfather Bert Carlson. Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Tad Damron and wife Jen, Alisha (Muffy) Brown and husband Ronnie, Ashley Grace Reed and husband J.L, grandchildren, Danielle Hall and Josh, Stephanie Hurley and Kyle, Sarah Brown, Kaylee Powers, Aaliyah Mccoy, Karli Mccoy, Brier Damron, Noahjay Reed, Brooke Campbell and Zach, and Cameron Farley, great-Grandchildren, Brynlee, Makenna, Emersyn, Jaxon, Kashton, Raegan, Ryder, Aubree, Levi, and Harley, a brother, Jim Sprouse and a sister, Debra Cline, sister-in-laws, Rita Sprouse, Leona Wood, Kristal Sprouse, Camy Younce, and a host of family, friends, and O.C.C. volunteers. Her Home going celebration will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Brenton Church of God, Brenton, WV with Rev. James Cline, Bro Jerry Vance, and Tad Damron officiating. Friends may gather with the family at 12:00pm until time of service. The celebration will be available via live stream on Restore the Broken’s Facebook page for all those who are unable to join us in person. She will be laid to rest in the Clayton James Sprouse Cemetery located in Right Fork, Lower Muzzle, in Hanover WV. Pallbearers will be Tad Damron, JL Reed, Ronnie Brown, Shannon Sprouse, Trinity Sprouse, Allen Browning, Steve Belcher, and Jacob Harris. Brenton Church of God and loved ones will be preparing a meal for the family and they ask that everyone return to the church following graveside services for food and fellowship. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Wayne Carlos “Junior” Hatfield, Jr., 73, of Oceana, WV, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV with his loving daughter by his side. He fought a courageous three month battle after suffering a stroke in September. He was born July 18, 1951 in Welch, WV a son of the late Wayne Carlos and Lexa Lea Chambers Hatfield, Sr.. Junior owned and operated Hatfields General Merchandise, after his fathers retirement, in Oceana until the passing of his wife Virginia Ann “V.A.” Lusk Hatfield in 1997. He cared for his father after his cancer diagnosis and was a lifelong caregiver for his brother Charles Randy Hatfield. He was a 1971 graduate of Oceana High School. Junior was a walking phone book, you could ask him any number for a business or person in town and he would most likely know it. He was a man that didn’t like to be idle. He was always on the go or tinkering about. He enjoyed music and movies, a love he introduced and passed on to his daughter. In another life he would have been a truck driver. He always enjoyed movies and songs about 18 wheelers. He was a man who always had a story to tell. He was a Hatfield so he also had a temper. He would have given you the shirt off his back if he thought you needed it. Three of his greatest joys in life were his grandson Daniel and his two dogs Sheba and Buddy. Those left to cherish his memory are his brother Charles Randy Hatfield of Oceana, his daughter Lucinda Leann Sapinoso, son-in-law Derick Sapinoso, grandson Daniel Sapinoso all of Tronto, Canada, his good buddy Ladd Jasper of Oceana, and a host of loving family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at 7:00 pm on Friday January 3, 2025 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 5:00 pm until service time at the funeral home on Friday. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Patricia Sue Willard McCoy, 69, of Oceana, WV passed away on December 27, 2024 at CAMC. She was born April 8, 1955 at Logan, WV a daughter of the late Raymond Bruce Willard and the late Myrtle Naomi Johnston Willard Pelphrey. She was a 1973 graduate of Oceana High School. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Donald Dean McCoy, a granddaughter Emma Grace McCoy, a brother David Earl Pelphrey and step father Earl Pelphrey. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Survivors include her children Patricia (Billy) Cook, Tonya McCoy, Bruce McCoy and Erica (Scotty) Blankenship all of Oceana, a sister Kathy (Cliff) Whitney of Mt. Hope, two brothers Billy R. Willard of Oceana and Timothy Paul Pelphrey of Statesville, NC, grandchildren Rio (Hannah) Cook, Jacob Blankenship, Hannah Blankenship, Gabe Cook, Abby Blankenship, Lilly McCoy, Lauren Blankenship and Dylan McCoy all of Oceana, two great grandchildren Waylon Blankenship and Kreedyn Cook, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 6:00 pm on Wednesday January 8, 2025 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, with Rev. William Cook officiating. Burial will be in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 5:00 pm until service time at the funeral home on Wednesday. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Erman Glen Hager, 77, of Oceana, WV passed away on December 25, 2024 at his home. He was born January 16, 1947 in Ridgeview, WV, a son of the late Basil Leonard and Nora Vanatter Hager. He was a Church of Christ Minister for over 50 years. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers Randal Hager and Timmy Hager, a sister Ira Price, and an infant daughter Tammy Kay Hager. He worked many years as an electrician at a lumber mill. Survivors include a daughter Tawnya Gallagher, three sons Carl Hager, Mark Hager and Jeremiaha Hager, his companion Donna Lou Boulet, three sisters Freda Adkins, Wanda Bishop, Gail Thompson, three brothers Jerry Hager, Ricky Hager and David Hager, three grandchildren Cadence Brooke Hager, Maximilian Prometheus James and Ella Promise, nieces, nephews and a host of other loving family and friends. Graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday January 4, 2025 at the Barker Cemetery on Mud River Road, Spurlockville, WV. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Tamberly Yvette Blankenship Irick, 60, of Glen Fork, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 1, 1964 in Chicago, IL a daughter of the late Earl and Donna Cook Blankenship. Tamberly dedicated many years to the Wyoming County School System as a school bus driver, where she was known for her kindness and care for the children she transported daily. Upon her retirement, she embraced her passions, including spending time with family, riding side-by-sides, shopping, and doting on her beloved granddaughters. A devoted animal lover, Tamberly shared her life with her cherished dogs, Abby, Tee, and Charlie, who have recently passed, and she cared for them lovingly until the end. A lung transplant recipient from UVA, Tamberly’s family remains eternally grateful to her donor’s family for the gift of additional precious years with her. Tamberly’s strength, selflessness, and unwavering love will forever inspire those who were blessed to know her. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Randell Irick and her parents-in-law, Jack and Vella Irick. She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion to those who will forever cherish her memory: her daughter, Raelyn Carr, and husband Kaileb of Mount Hope her son, Tyler Irick, and wife Cortnee of Lester her sisters, Michelle Lusk and husband Fabian of Kopperston, and Stephanie Blankenship and Brian of Cyclone Tamberly also shared a special bond with her niece, Taylor Lusk, and wife Amy of Iaeger and her sister-cuz, Lora Perry Davis She is also survived by a special friend, Timothy Vance of Glen Fork, and her pride and joy—her two granddaughters, Magnolia and Violet, who were the light of her life. Tamberly’s memory will also be cherished by a host of extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, January 2nd in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. She will be laid to rest in the Glen Fork Community Cemetery, Glen Fork, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home. The family wishes to thank Stephen Walls, Keith Osborne, and Eula Harper for speaking and singing. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Bowers Hospice House of Beckley in Tamberly’s memory. The family is being served by Stafford Family Funeral Home in Lynco, WV.

Melissa Ann Hatfield, 41, of Kings Mountain, NC went to be with the Lord on December 25, 2024 at her home. She was born on February 6, 1983 in Man, WV a daughter of the late Roy Hatfield Jr. and Shirley Hatfield. Melissa was a kind and loving sister and friend who embraced life with joy and warmth. She never met a stranger and had a gift for making those around her feel uplifted and encouraged. Known for her sense of humor and ability to brighten any room, Melissa brought laughter and comfort to all that knew her. Her generous spirit and willingness to help others will be deeply missed. Melissa’s vibrant personality and unwavering love for her family leave a lasting legacy. May you rest in the presence of the Lord until we meet again. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister Jane Robertson. Those left to cherish her memory include her sister Betty (Jesse) Vance of Pineville, five brothers Roy Hatfield of Keyrock, Richard (Robin) Hatfield of Matheny, Johnny (Lora) Hatfield of Beckley, Nicholas (Shasta) Hatfield of Pineville and Danny Hatfield of Pineville, fiance` Jason Radcliff of Kings Mountain, NC and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family and friends who will forever hold her in their hearts. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Friday, January 3rd in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Bro. Jason Perdue officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Cline Cemetery, Reedy Creek, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by Stafford Family Funeral Home in Lynco, WV.

Diana Lynn Cook, 67 of Kopperston, WV passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 after a long illness. She was born on September 3, 1957 in Pineville, WV, the youngest daughter of the late James Earl Cook and Edith Mullins Cook. Diana, who was also known as Di, Dana Lynn, Dinah, and so many other loving names, graduated from Oceana High School in 1975. After high school, she attended and graduated from both Beckley College and Concord, where she made many friends which she kept for her entire life. She also enjoyed years of happy memories at Camp Thomas E. Lightfoot. Her friend Stella wrote this regarding Diana’s time there: “Dinah joined Camp Thomas E. Lightfoot as a counselor in 1977. From the moment she made the 20-minutes drive down the camp road and crossed the cattle crossing, her heart, love and kindness became deeply intertwined with an extended family of friendships that have continued to grow and strengthen every moment since.” Diana worked for 32 years as the Business Manager for Family Healthcare Associates before retiring in 2020. She was a dear friend to the entire Muscari family, especially Doc Muscari. She was a lifelong member of Toneda Missionary Baptist Church in Kopperston, WV. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her niece Karri Topping, nephew Micah Topping, niece-in-law Christiana Topping, and her brother Larry “LC” Cook. Those left to cherish her memory are her two sisters: Brenda Topping and her husband Randall of Kopperston and Betsy Browning and her husband Glen of Cyclone a nephew, Randy Topping and his wife Melanie of Barnesville, GA a niece, Megan Walker and her husband Matthew of Kopperston four great nephews: Van Topping and his wife Katlyn of Pensacola FL Lockwood Topping and his wife Victoria of Gardendale, AL Hudson Topping and his wife Elena of Marietta, GA and Owen Walker of Kopperston two great nieces, Madilyn and Whitney Walker of Kopperston two great-great nieces, Kinsley and Quinn Topping of Pensacola, FL and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 pm on Monday, December 30th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Diana’s brother-in-law Bro. Randall Topping officiating. She will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 5pm to 8pm on Sunday, December 29th at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by Stafford Family Funeral Home in Lynco, WV.

Jennings Wesley Talbert, 77, of Oceana, WV was called home on December 21, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 25, 1947 in South Charleston, WV a son of the late William and Ruth Young Talbert. Jennings served in the United States Navy after graduating high school. He served as President of the Oceana Little League as well as a Board President and Manager of multiple teams for several years and a Little League ADA. He also worked in the coal mines for 35 years as a heavy equipment operator providing for his family. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his family and sitting on his porch enjoying nature. He also enjoyed working in his yard and garden. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his siblings Judy Talbert, Larry Talbert, Jack Talbert and Ray Talbert. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 33 years, Dianna Riffe Talbert, daughter Jennifer Davis Brucato, son Josh Davis and wife Kelsey, son Blake Parsons and wife Victoria and daughter Alley Talbert, grandchildren Wesley, Adalynn, Olyvia Davis, and Baby Parsons due in July, other children include Judy Talbert, Bub Talbert and wife Tammy, Gina Talbert, Arley Talbert and wife Lori, grandchildren Bo Talbert, Arleyanna and Arley Talbert, II, siblings Tom Talbert, Harvey Talbert, Glenn Talbert, Gary Talbert, Ruth Ann Talbert and Mike Talbert, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated and a celebration of life will be announced at a later date to include a cookout for family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

“What a day that will be.” I John 3:2 Roger Dale Green, 75, of Greenwood, WV gained his heavenly wings on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at CAMC Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle with multiple illnesses. He was born on January 23, 1949 at Dorothy WV. He was the second son of the late Vernon and Alberta Massey Green. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three siblings, Robert Ray Green, Linda Lou Dunlap, and Lavonna Kay Dempsey and a son-in-law Michael Ray Bias. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Rosalee, three children Tike, Jackie (Sandy) and Melena (Joe), four grandchildren whom he loved dearly Isaac, Kanyon, Jonathan and Mashayla, brother-in-law Charlie Dempsey, sister-in-law Lisa (Darren) Peters, he was her extra dad, nephew Carlos Pridemore was like his first grandchild, niece Patricia Green with whom he had a special bond, several other nieces, nephews, and cousins, his church family, and a host of friends including his lifelong best friends David (Sam) Osborne, Jerry Thompson and Bobby and Debbie McClanahan. Roger was a member of the Greenwood Church of God and a disabled coal miner from Eastern Associated Coal. Although he was disabled, he was never without a job. He loved helping others whether it was fixing a leaky faucet for a neighbor, mowing grass at the church, taking someone to an appointment, and even babysitting. He spoiled a few. When he was able, he was very adventurous and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding his four wheeler in the mountains, attending church, and spending time with his family and friends. He was sometimes cantankerous, but his true character prevailed through his beautiful smile and that cheerful laugh that could uplift even the saddest of hearts. He was an unique individual that will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2 pm at the Greenwood Church of God with Bro. David “Sam” Osborne and Pastor Shelia Workman officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 1 pm until time of service on Saturday at the church. The family welcomes anyone who has a story or memory about Roger to share it at the memorial service. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated. The family is being served by his Stafford Family Funeral Home

Danny “Boy” Steele, 55, of Peterstown, WV passed away on December 5, 2024. Danny was born on May 22, 1969 in Welch, WV to Ronnie and Phyllis Steele. Throughout his life he enjoyed attending church with his family and friends. Spending time with his parents, sister, brothers, nieces and nephew. Danny was loved by many, there wasn’t a crowd he couldn’t make laugh. He was a true friend, a kind soul, and good hearted person. He will be deeply missed. He is preceded in death by his mother Phyllis Steele, grandparents Bob and Maggie Cline, Cynthia Matney and Charles Steele, an aunt and uncle Doris and Ernie Pierce. Survivors include his father Ronnie Steele, sister Lisa Murphy and her husband Larry Murphy, three brothers Ronald Steele, Donald Steele and Randy Steele, four nieces Alyssa Paige Murphy, Kalee Steele, Averi Steele and Heather Steele and her two daughters, a nephew Randy Jay Steele Jr., uncles and aunts Billy Cline, Katy Cook, Bobby Cline, Wayne and Dorthy Steele, Florence Bryant, Charlotte Justice, Brenda Browning and Doug and Brenda Steele, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at11 am on Friday, December 27th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Pastor Doug Steele officiating. He will be laid to rest in Restlawn Memorial Gardens, Bluefield, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 10 am until time of service on Friday at the funeral home.

Leamon A. Hatfield, 57, of Clear Fork, WV passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at CAMC General, Charleston, WV due to a motorcycle accident. He was born on August 20, 1967 in Logan, WV a son of Dolly Allen Hatfield Dean and the late Everette Hatfield. Leamon loved the outdoors and spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his father he is preceded in death by his grandparents John and Erma Allen and George and Anna Ellen Hatfield, nephews Garry “Pooh” Jude and Chris Hatfield, and infant nephews Wannie Jr. and James LeEldren. In addition to his mother survivors include his fiancé Angie Brummett, sisters Glenna (Dale) Bailey, Aretta (Jimmy) Massey, Donna Fraley, Beverly Dishmon, Alfredia (Jim) Davidson, and his favorite sister Greta Hatfield, brothers Wannie, Rex and Everly Hatfield, sons Braden and Devin Hatfield, a daughter Erica Hatfield, five grandchildren, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Friday, December 20th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. He will be laid to rest in the Hatfield Cemetery, Little Creek, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Emilee Justice Peterson, 93, of Grandview, WV went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 13, 2024 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV. She was born March 14, 1931 in Gulnare, KY a daughter of the late WM Emory and Sadie Varden Maynard Justice. Emilee was a resident of Wyoming and Logan counties until moving to Raleigh County in 2012. She was a member of the Toneda Missionary Baptist Church in Oceana, WV. She graduated Valedictorian of the Oceana High School Class of 1948. She held various jobs throughout the years at the Island Creek Company Store, Piggly Wiggly, Montgomery Ward, Oceana Medical Center, Cook Motor Sales, Heilig-Meyers Furniture Company, Young’s Grocery Store and retired at 72 years old from Wyoming Natural Gas, Pineville, WV. After her retirement, she was a volunteer at Road Branch Elementary in Cyclone, WV. Her hobbies were cooking and spending time with her children and grandchildren. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a son Stanley Peterson, two sisters Mae (Tom) Rollins, and Audrey (Russell) Daniels, a step brother Ronnie Justice, and her first grandchild, Jesse Lee Dewey. Survivors include her son, Terry Joe Peterson of Crab Orchard, three daughters Jill Dewey (Calvin) Smith of Prosperity, Susan (Danny) Davis of Grandview, with whom she resided, and Kelly Smith of Pineville, grandchildren Evan (Jennie) Dewey of Beckley, Zach (Kasey) Smith of FL, Kevin (Traci) Smith of Pineville, Nathaniel Levi (Sydney Johnson) Smith of AL, Emily Peterson of Charleston, Seth Peterson and Rachel Peterson of FL, and Danny Michael Davis of FL, great grandchildren Micah and Josie Dewey, Macayla Swift, Braedon Gibson, Jagger and Jett Smith, Kendall and Makenna Smith, her close friends were Suzie Vanhoy, Wayne, Debbie and Kristen Stafford, Carie Treadway and Brenda Irick, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 12 pm on Thursday, December 19th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Dewight Stafford officiating. She will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 11 am until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Evan Dewey, Zach Smith, Kevin Smith, Levi Smith, Jeremy Bragg, Chris Shoemaker and Braeden Gibson. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

2 Corinthians 5:8 says, we are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. Vester Rafe Osborne, our beloved husband, dad, papaw, brother and friend, journeyed to his heavenly home on December 11, 2024 surrounded by his family. He had fought a long hard battle with cancer. Although he grew tired and weary, he always said he was a winner either way. Today, we know he is resting and at peace. He was born September 25, 1947 in Cyclone, WV a son of the late Vester and Susie Bailey Osborne. He was a member of the Lillyhaven Baptist Church. He worked in the coal mines at Kopperston #2 and was a member of the UMWA. He enjoyed being outside, going camping with his friends, hunting and sitting on his porch swinging and drinking coffee. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Geraldine Osborne, brother Langford “Pjo” Osborne, and brother in law Dockie Harvey. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife Ohlene “Diane” Osborne, his caretaker who loved him and made sure he had everything he needed to the very end, his sons Gene Osborne and Abby, Chris Osborne and Milesa, Tracey Osborne and Stacey, and Adam Osborne and Heather, grandchildren Katelyn Linkous and John, Lindsay Osborne and Celton Llyod, Hunter Osborne and Haleigh, Devon Osborne and Emily, Wyatt Osborne and Jayde, Ethan Osborne, Peyton Osborne, and Riley Osborne, great grandchildren Lainey Linkous, Coleson Osborne, Tobis Osborne, August Osborne, and Easton Osborne, four sisters Dottie Harvey, Lessie Lusk and Jackie, Priscilla Hood and Jeff, and Connie Pruett and Alan. Rafe was blessed to have a very special friend in Mike Lusk. He was his camping buddy and during his illness, he was right there to do anything for Rafe. Funeral service will be held at 12pm on Saturday, December 21st at Lillyhaven Baptist Church, Lynco, WV with Pastor Algie Cook officiating. He will be laid to rest at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 11am until time of service on Saturday at the church. Pallbearers will be his sons and grandsons. The family would like to thank Hospice of Southern West Virginia for all of their care and for being so loving and kind to Rafe and to the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Hospice of Southern West Virginia. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Patricia Denise Tate, 56, of Glen Fork, WV, suddenly passed away on December 10, 2024 at Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley, WV, surrounded by her loving family. That evening at 6:20pm she gained her wings and went to her heavenly home. She was born January 1, 1968 in Welch, WV a daughter of the late Coy Lusk, Sr. and Connie Brown Lusk. She is preceded in death by her late father. In addition to her mother, those left to cherish her memory include her son Kevin Cole Tate and ex-husband Stephen Tate and wife Joanie of Bolt, WV, two siblings, her nieces, and their partners: Connie Lusk, Chris and Misty Lusk, Matiya Lusk, Coy, Jr. and Betty Lusk, Heather Lusk and Jordan Morgan, Danielle Lusk and Jacky Booth, and Natasha and Cody Acord. Patricia loved her family more than anything in this world. She was a daughter, a mother, a sister, an aunt, and a friend. In the eyes of her loving son, Kevin Cole Tate, she was the best mother in the world. Her loving memory and spirit will live on through the ones who loved and cherished her most. John 11:25-26: "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die”. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated and no public service will be held. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Our beloved son, Stewart Thomas “Tommy” Dowell, 58, of Mount Hope, WV went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley, WV. He was born on November 19, 1966 in Welch, WV He was the son of the late Stewart Thomas Dowell and Carol and Randy Shields. Tommy was a United States Army Veteran, and a 1985 graduate of Oceana High School. Tommy had a contagious smile and made everyone feel special and loved. When he wasn’t working hard as a CDL truck driver, he loved to fish and hang out with friends. Tommy never had a harsh word to say towards anyone and loved his family deeply. In addition to his father he is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John and Opal Dowell, maternal grandparents, Ruby and Seymore Farmer, and Vera Shields Ford Potter, brother in law Mike Kreher, aunts and uncles Mary and Emmit Harry, June O’Connor, Teresa Ford, Basil Shields and Patricia and Jerry Pack. He will be missed always and cherished by his mother and father, Carol and Randy Shields, sisters Victoria Kreher and Jennifer Calloway and brother in law Kevin Calloway. Tommy had two nephews Brian Kreher and Kyle Calloway, nieces Kayla (Justin) Jewell and Gabrianna Calloway, two great nieces Livvy and Addy and one great nephew Deacon Micheal. He is also survived by aunts and uncles Charles Goode, Peggy (Butch) Tracey, Jack Farmer, Bob Farmer, Marilyn (Brad) Toler, Lesa (Shawn) Cook, Buddy (Jackie) Ford and Bob Shields, and a host of cousins, family and friends that loved him deeply. Funeral service will be held at 6 pm on Friday, December 13th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Randall Topping officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 4 pm until time of service on Friday at the funeral home. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated following the service. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Scotty Lee Sizemore, 47, of Ravencliff, WV passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. He was born on December 27, 1976 in Mullens, WV a son of Judy Poke Sizemore and the late Rudy Sizemore. Scotty was a United States Army Veteran. In addition to his father he is preceded in death by a sister Angela Mitchell, and two brothers Bryan Sizemore and Pete Sizemore. In addition to his mother survivors include two daughters Chelsey Lafferty and Emily Shumate, a son David Scott Sizemore, a grandchild Lacy Lafferty, a sister Dorothy Sizemore, and a host of other loving family and friends. A private family service will be held. He will be laid to rest in the Poke Mountain Cemetery, Ravencliff, WV. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Michelle Branham, 67, of Beaver, WV went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 9, 2024 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV. She was born on February 19, 1957 in Welch, WV a daughter of the late Clarence and Bertha Mae Bryant Branham. Survivors include her daughter Ali Stewart, two sisters Charlotte Sullivan and husband Mike, and Linda Grivna, a brother Dave Branham, her best friend Mike Cook, her cat Dixie, her grandpup Bowie, beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and a host of other loving family and friends who loved her dearly. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Virginia Dunford Stewart, 81, of Jesse, WV went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at her home. She was born on March 15, 1943 in Mullens, WV a daughter of the late Albert and Fannie Marie Whitson Dunford. Virginia was a member of the Matheny Church of God. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Calvert Stewart, a brother Paul Dunford and a sister Lillian Bowen. Survivors include two sons Franklin Stewart and fiancé Marlene Wimmer and Kenneth Gerald Stewart, three sisters Rita Rea, Gloria Price and Fannie Matthews, four brothers Albert Dunford, Jr., Jimmy Dunford, John Dunford and Wiley Dunford, two grandchildren Juice Stewart and wife Megan and Adam Stewart, two great grandchildren Callie and KJ Stewart, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 12 pm on Friday, December 13th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Jerry Graham officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Dunford Family Cemetery, Jumping Branch, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 11 am until time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Special thanks to nurses of Hospice of Southern West Virginia, Mary Walls-Penney and Dena Spence. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Barbara Cline Aurednick, 72, of Clear Fork, WV passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at her home. She was born on December 18, 1951 in Iaeger, WV a daughter of the late Hubert and Erika Gertrrude Dawartz Cline. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Robert Aurednick, a brother Benny Cline and a sister Linda Sue Craig. Survivors include a sister Loretta K. Lemaster, a brother Keith Cline, a niece Angela Dawn Cline, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Rickey Dale Bailey, 70, of Glen Fork, WV went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV following a long illness. He was born on October 26, 1954 in Pineville, WV a son of the late Oley and Pauline Day Bailey. He was a retired Correctional Officer for the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Department in Pineville, WV. In his younger years he enjoyed riding horses, hunting, playing guitar and building drag cars with his older brother Robert to race. As the years went on he also enjoyed NASCAR, watching old westerns and crime shows. He was baptized on November 8, 2020. His most favorite thing to do was to visit with family and friends, talking about all of the good times he/they had and all of the knowledge he had learned in his lifetime. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two older brothers, Robert Bailey and Larry Bailey (Baby). Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years and caretaker Freda Blevins Bailey of Glen Fork, his son Johnathan Bailey and wife Cassidy of Glen Fork, his daughter Gloria Malone and husband Brian of Lester, his only grandchild Jaliyah Bailey of Glen Fork, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Wednesday, December 11th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Darrell Stapleton and Rev. Earnest Francis, III officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Glen Fork Community Cemetery, Glen Fork, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family would like to give a special thanks to Darrell and Magel Stapleton, Cecil Thompson, Steve Bailey, Ernest Francis, III and Charlie Brown, you meant a lot to Rickey. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Ernestine Cline Ward, 72, of Simon, WV passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV with her family by her side. She was born on January 27, 1952 in Simon, WV a daughter of the late Mason and Ilene Blankenship Kennedy. Ernestine had a heart of gold and would give you a bed to rest in and food to eat. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Willard Cline, and her siblings Danny Kennedy, Joe Kennedy, Ruthann Bledsoe and Junior Kennedy. Survivors include her children Donna (Brad) Hatfield and Regina (Tony) Woolum, her grandchildren that she loved more than life, Dalton and Britnee Hatfield, Karissa and Mykka Colegrove, Lezlie Kenneda and Maddox Kertchersid, her siblings Peggy (Troy) Morgan, Shelia (Everett) Cochran and Bobby (Becky) Kennedy, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Tuesday, December 10th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. She will be laid to rest in Morgan Cemetery, Simon, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

David James Belt, 44, of Kopperston, WV passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV. He was born on June 17, 1980 in Cleveland, OH a son of Michelle Reed Toler and the late Francis William Belt. David was employed by the Town of Oceana for many years. In addition to his father he is preceded in death by his grandmother Elizabeth Reed and a step brother Christopher Belt. In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife of 15 years Jennifer Blankenship Belt, a sister Daisy Belt, a brother Richard Belt, a step brother Frankie Belt, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Therese Diane McKinney Shrewsbury White, 60, of Pineville, WV formerly of Basin went to her Heavenly Home on Monday, December 2, 2024 at the Beckley Healthcare Center, Beckley, WV. She was born on July 23, 1964 in Mullens, WV a daughter of the late Orley and Lillian Meadows MicKinney. She was loved by many and will be remembered sitting on the bench talking to all of her neighbors and friends. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brother Keith Meadows, and her late ex husband and father of her children, Kenny Shrewsbury. Those left to cherish her memory include her three children Katherine Shrewsbury, Kevin Shrewsbury and girl friend Melissa and Keith Shrewsbury and wife Mary all of Pineville, eleven grandchildren, three great grandchildren, two brothers Harlen McKinney and wife Donna of Peck Ridge, Orlen McKinney and wife Nancy of Basin, and a host of nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Graveside service will be held at 1 pm on Monday, December 9th at the John H. Riley McKinney Cemetery, Basin, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

James Hamilton Johnston, 74, of Brenton, WV went to be with the Lord Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at his home. He was born on January 5, 1950 in Marianna, WV a son of the late Quinton Everan and Helen Lorene McDonald Johnston. James was a member of the UMWA. He started work at Lynco and went on to work at many different mines. He loved to garden, fish, hunt, sing and play his guitar. He killed a state record buck with a crossbow in 2007. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother Chad Johnston, sisters Delilah Smith, Mary Smith and Bertha Dunford, brothers in law Ronnie Workman and Darrell Smith, a niece Alicia Ellis, three nephews Douglas “Dougie” Shelton, Jackie Smith and JJ Hopson, and uncle Jink Johnston. Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years Rita Arlene Cook Johnston, a daughter Sharon (Raymond) Navarrette, two sons James H. (Michele) Johnston, Jr. and Eugene (Karen) Johnston, five sisters Goldie (Robert) Steele, Monica (Darryl) Huffman, Carol Workman, Dot (Scottie) Hopson and Lois (David) Sikes, four brothers Alan (Janet) Johnston, Quinton (Pat) Johnston, Ernest “Chubby” Johnston and Rev. Roy (Alicia) Johnston, eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be at 12 pm on Saturday, December 7th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Lee Fisher officiating. He will be laid to rest in the James Johnston, Sr. Cemetery, Brenton, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 11 am until time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.