Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Parkersburg, WV

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Parkersburg, WV area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Bobby "Bob" E. Shinn

Bobby "Bob" E. Shinn

October 23, 2022

 Bobby E. "Bob" Shinn, 86, of Parkersburg, WV passed away peacefully on October 23  rd  , 2022. He was born in Kanawha, Co., WV in 1936 and was the son of the late Floyd E. and Virginia D. Shinn. 

 Bob attended Elkview schools and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1954-59. He was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist...

Betty Marie Begunich

Betty Marie Begunich

October 22, 2022

Betty Marie Begunich, 79, of Ravenswood passed away after battle with cancer Saturday, October 22, 2022, at her home.

A daughter of the late James and Ethel Smith Patterson, she was born August 18, 1943, in Ripley, West Virginia. She worked as an Admissions Coordinator for ElderCare of Ripley and enjoyed gardening, fishing, jig-saw puzzles, flea markets...

David Harold Knox

David Harold Knox

October 15, 2022

David Harold Knox, 80, of Nashville, IN, formerly of Belpre, Ohio, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2022. He was born February 10, 1942 in Parkersburg, a son of the late Matthew and Christina Martin Knox. David was a 1960 graduate of Parkersburg High School. He was the owner and operator of Anderson Opticians where he was an optician. David enjoyed...

Garfield "Billy" Glover, Jr.

Garfield "Billy" Glover, Jr.

October 15, 2022

Mr. Garfield Glover, Jr. was born on January 31, 1949, in Rembert, SC, to the parentage of Mr. Garfield Glover and Mrs. Ethel Carroll Glover.  He was affectionately known to the family as “Billy.”  He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Union Baptist Church in Rembert, SC (which remains as our family home church) under...

Joann Walker Gates Barr

Joann Walker Gates Barr

October 9, 2022

JoAnn nee Walker Gates Barr, born December 24, 1936, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, was a faithful, fun, and loving mother and friend who died on October 9, 2022, in Fort Myers, Florida, with her daughter Jamie and granddaughter Emma by her side.

JoAnn graduated Parkersburg High School, Parkersburg, WV, in 1954. She then earned a Bachelor of...

Darrell William Drain

Darrell William Drain

October 8, 2022

Darrell W. Drain, 81, of Parkersburg, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022, after a long illness at the Willows Center.

He was born in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, a son of the late Levi Delmar and Mamie Bernice (Dowler) Drain.

Darrell owned his own business in excavating and he enjoyed farming.

He is...

Betty Eunice Morrison

Betty Eunice Morrison

October 7, 2022

Betty E. Morrison, 83, of Parkersburg, passed away Friday morning, October 7, 2022, at the Willows Center. She was born December 15, 1938, in Belleville, WV, a daughter of the late Harrison and Hilda Hoselton Robinson. She is survived by her brothers, James Robinson and Bob Robinson, both of Parkersburg and Dave (Eileen) Robinson of Cairo, sister-in-law, Shirley Robinson...

David Lawrence Stephens

David Lawrence Stephens

October 2, 2022

David Lawrence Stephens, 86, left this life and joined his recently departed wife in Heaven on Sunday, October 2, 2022. He passed away in his home in Parkersburg, surrounded by his children. Deeply loved by his family and friends, he was a long-time member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, an avid golfer, and a great fan...

Betty L. Mccoy

Betty L. Mccoy

September 27, 2022

Betty L. (McDonald) McCoy, 93, formerly of Parkersburg, passed away September 27, 2022 at her residence in Southern Pines, NC.

She was born June 21, 1929 in Wood County, WV, the daughter of the late Clayton Sams and Gladys McDonald.

While a teenager, Betty began working as a waitress at the Chancellor Hotel.  Subsequently, this...

H. Michael Kidder

H. Michael Kidder

September 20, 2022

Harry Michael Kidder, 76, of Mineral Wells, W.Va. passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at home surrounded by loved ones. Mike was born July 15, 1946 in Parkersburg, W.Va., a son of the late Harry A., Jr. and Helen Shutts Kidder. He was a graduate of Belpre High School and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Mike was retired from Remington...

Tommy Lee Hines

Tommy Lee Hines

September 18, 2022

Tommy Lee Hines, 65, of Parkersburg, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022, at Camden Clark Medical Center.

A son of the late Robert Franklin Cool and Neva Hines Cutlip, Tommy was born in Webster Springs, WV, on December 1, 1956. He was a graduate of Parkersburg South High School and served in the United States Army for...

Stephanie Dawn Gent Lamar

Stephanie Dawn Gent Lamar

September 8, 2022

Stephanie Dawn Gent LaMar, 45, of Parkersburg passed away unexpectedly at home Thursday, September 8, 2022.

She was born October 30, 1976, a daughter of Michael Lee Gent and the late Susan Marie Nichols Gent, who preceded her in death on August 23, 2017. In addition to her father, her memory will be carried in the hearts...

Barbara L. Moore Bradbury

Barbara L. Moore Bradbury

September 7, 2022

Barbara L. Moore Bradbury, 85, of Borden, IN, formerly of Williamstown, WV passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at her home.

She was born May 12, 1937, at Parkersburg, WV, a daughter of the late Carl and Florence Mae Stribling Moore.

Barbara is survived by four children, Howard Edward Bradbury, Carl Owen Bradbury, Ruth Ann...

Judith Ann Matheny

Judith Ann Matheny

September 7, 2022

Judith Ann McIntyre Matheny, 77, of Ripley, West Virginia, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at Miletree Healthcare Center.

A daughter of the late Jennings and Hazel Cossin McIntyre, Judith was born February 11, 1945, in Charleston, West Virginia. She was a 1963 graduate of Ripley High School and had worked more than 35 years for Eldercare...

Susan Charity Gracey

Susan Charity Gracey

August 8, 2022

Susan Charity Gracey, 68, of Parkersburg, passed away Monday, August 8, 2022. Susan was the daughter of the late William and Frances Gracey. She graduated from Parkersburg High School, earned a Bachelor of Science in education from The Ohio State University and Master of Arts in education from West Virginia University. Susan is survived by her beloved son, Matt Duke;...

Arnold Ray Allen

Arnold Ray Allen

August 5, 2022

Arnold R. Allen, 84, of Williamstown died unexpectedly Friday, August 5, 2022, at his home. There will be no public visitation or service.

Terry Lee Caplinger

Terry Lee Caplinger

August 1, 2022

Terry Lee Caplinger, 66, of Parkersburg, went home to be with his beloved Bonnie on Monday, August 1, 2022, at his home. He was born November 15, 1955, in Parkersburg, a son of the late Lloyd and Frances Moore Caplinger. Terry was a CAD operator and retired from the Parkersburg Utility Board after 26 years of service. He enjoyed art...

Carol Ann Gribble

Carol Ann Gribble

July 20, 2022

Carol Ann Gribble, 69, of Parkersburg, WV, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. She was born on October 31, 1952, a daughter of the late Hayward Gribble and Garoldine (Day) Gribble. Carol accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful follower of Christ. She attended Harmony Baptist Church where her brother,...

Kevin Zachary Mason

Kevin Zachary Mason

July 13, 2022

Kevin Zachary Mason, 27, of Parkersburg, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, July 13, 2022. He was the beloved son of Rosario Mason of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Bob Mason of Belpre, Ohio. In addition to his parents he is survived by his fiancé, Brandy Stump and step-daughters, Kamiah Nicholas and Olivia Persinger of Parkersburg; son, Jordan Mason of Parkersburg; one sister, Cynthia...

Theodore "Ted" A. Mason

Theodore "Ted" A. Mason

July 11, 2022

Theodore "Ted" A. Mason, 85, of Parkersburg, passed away, Monday, July 11, 2022 at the Willows Center, Parkersburg, West Virginia. There will be no public visitation or service. Vaughan Kimes Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to assist the Mason family with private arrangements.

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