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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Amy Sue Cooper

Amy Sue Cooper

February 18, 2025

Amy Sue Cooper, 67, of Vienna, West Virginia, passed away at Marietta Memorial Hospital Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

A memorial service will be conducted 4:30 p.m. Saturday, February 22, 2025, at The Memorial Church of the Good Shepherd, 903 Charles Street, Parkersburg, with The Reverend Katie Beth Miksa officiating.

Rylee Raine Cline

Rylee Raine Cline

February 16, 2025

Rylee Raine Cline, born August 21, 2014, at Parkersburg, WV, ten-year-old beloved daughter of Shane Cline and Abby McKay, went home to be with the Lord from her home on Sunday, February 16, 2025.

In her ten short years of life, Rylee touched the lives of so many. As, the oldest child, she made sure her sisters...

Vernon Joe Braham

Vernon Joe Braham

February 13, 2025

Born September 23, 1934, to Gladys Morris Butcher in Belleville, WV.  Joe was raised by his grandparents, Robert and Hazel Morris of Parkersburg.

Joe went into the Navy at the age of 17 during the Korean War.  After basic training, he served his tour of duty as a Gunner’s Mate aboard the U.S.S. Melvin R. Nawman Destroyer...

Rodger Arlis Pierce

Rodger Arlis Pierce

February 12, 2025

Rodger Arlis Pierce, 81, a resident of Townville, South Carolina, and husband of the late Ellen Langford Pierce, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025.

Born in Rockport, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Harold Pierce and Oddie Bibbee Pierce.

Rodger was a retired insurance agent, an avid fisherman, and he was a...

Chloe Lynn Barre

Chloe Lynn Barre

February 10, 2025

In the early morning of February 10, 2025, our world stopped as Chloe was tragically taken in a SxS accident.

Chloe Lynn Barre, 22, of Parkersburg, was born September 25, 2002, to Chris and Bridgett Barre. Chloe is survived by her two little sisters, Cami and Cali; nephew, Cayson; maternal grandfather, Sam Dowler; maternal great-grandmother, Corrine Robinson;...

Beryl Ann Greathouse

Beryl Ann Greathouse

February 6, 2025

Beryl Ann Greathouse, 87, of Mineral Wells, WV went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 6, 2025. She was born July 9, 1937, in Parkersburg, WV. She was preceded in death by her parents Rev. David "Bunt" Provance and Emma Headley Provance, her husband Edward W. Greathouse and her sister Marjorie Jean Provance Young (Ira...

Deidra D. Butler

Deidra D. Butler

January 29, 2025

Deidra D. Butler, 68, of Belpre, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on January 29, 2025.

She was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Donald Albert Butler and Phyllis Rhoades Butler.

She was a 1974 graduate of Belpre High School. Deidra furthered her education, she graduated from Parkersburg Community College,...

Patty Jean Mitchell Richards

Patty Jean Mitchell Richards

January 26, 2025

Patty Jean Mitchell Richards, 78, of Vienna, West Virginia passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, her favorite day of the week, January 26, 2025, at Camden Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg, West Virginia.

She was born on “Sweethearts Day” February 14, 1946, in Wood County, West Virginia, a daughter of the late...

Clarence "Pete" Haga

Clarence "Pete" Haga

January 25, 2025

Clarence “Pete” Haga, 76, of Cairo, West Virginia, died on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Camden Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg, West Virginia.

Pete was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, son of the late Clarence Wayne and Ruth McGinnis Haga.

He was a member of the Ritchie County Car Club, and he enjoyed fishing, camping, and...

Timothy A. Clem

Timothy A. Clem

January 23, 2025

Timothy A. Clem, 64, of Washington, West Virginia, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

He was born on September 22, 1960, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, the son of Joan Moore Clem and the late Albert E. Clem.

Along with his mother, Tim is survived by two sisters, Debra K. Clem Poling (Harry) and...

Larry J. Clevenger

Larry J. Clevenger

January 21, 2025

Larry Clevenger, 63, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at his home in Lower Salem, Ohio after a brief illness.

Born December 1, 1961, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, he was a son of the late Seth E. “Jeff” and Ruby Childers Clevenger.

Larry was a longtime construction worker, having worked for Done Right Construction alongside...

David H. Foggin

David H. Foggin

January 14, 2025

David H. Foggin, 83, of Vienna, WV passed away January 14, 2025, at his residence.

David was part-owner of D&L Foggin Builders with his brother Larry, where their sons and brothers had all worked throughout the years.

He is survived by two sons, David S. (Casey) Foggin and Brian (Kelly) Foggin; his sister, Susan Huron;...

John William Chapman

John William Chapman

January 11, 2025

John William Chapman, 77, of Washington, WV, passed away unexpectedly on January 11, 2025.

He was born on September 11, 1947, a son of the late John and Ruby Chapman.

John was a graduate with the first graduating class of Parkersburg South High School in 1968. He retired from Dupont, where he worked as an...

Beverly Ann Lucas

Beverly Ann Lucas

January 6, 2025

Beverly Ann Lucas, 88, of Belleville, WV, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025, at Camden Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg, WV.

She was born in East Liverpool, Ohio, daughter of the late Harry and Eunice Meyer Robinson.

Beverly had worked in healthcare as a nursing assistant. She was a loving homemaker, wife, and mother.

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Ronald Vaughan

Ronald Vaughan

December 29, 2024

Ronald Vaughan, 82, of Parkersburg, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

He was a son of the late William and Hattie Robinson Vaughan. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Jean McFee Vaughan in 2018.

Ron is survived by two sons, one grandson, and...

Matthew Ray Nicholas, Sr.

Matthew Ray Nicholas, Sr.

December 26, 2024

Matthew Ray Nicholas, Sr., passed away at Arbors at Marietta of Ohio on Thursday, December 26, 2024.

He was born December 13, 1981, to his mother, Dora Nicholas and father, Bernard Nicholas (Linda Nicholas) who both survive him along with his four children, Makira Nicholas, Matthew Nicholas Jr. (Kali Nicholas), Brandon Nicholas (Lex Ellis), and Harley Nicholas;...

Carolyn Roan Watson

Carolyn Roan Watson

December 14, 2024

Carolyn Roan Watson, née Parsons, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the age of 84. Roan was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Larry and her parents, Elizabeth and Paul Parsons. She is survived by her son, Michael (Amy) Watson; grandchildren, Steven Watson and Brittany (Tony) Pollard; great-grandchildren, Rowan and Caleb Watson and...

Phillip D. Waide

Phillip D. Waide

December 9, 2024

Phillip D. Waide, 94, of Parkersburg, WV passed away December 9, 2024 with the compassionate care of WVU Medicine Camden Clark in Parkersburg, WV.

Son of the late Genevive Caroline and Norville Owens Waide, Phillip was born April 13, 1930 in Smithville, WV in Ritchie County. Phillip joined the United States Army in 1948. While stationed at...

Darlene Hendershot

Darlene Hendershot

December 7, 2024

Darlene Hendershot, 78, of Parkersburg, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024.

She was born May 24, 1946 in Clarksburg, WV, a daughter of the late Clifford and Carmes DillonSadler.

Those left to cherish her memory are daughter, Jamie Barber; brothers, Jack Sadler (Leah), Tom Sadler (Karen), Larry Sadler (Pam) and Terry Gene Sadler; sister Sandi...

David Paul Butcher

David Paul Butcher

November 28, 2024

David Paul Butcher, 51, of Parkersburg, passed away suddenly on Thanksgiving Day 2024.

He was the son of Beverly L. Law of Parkersburg and the late Robert P. Butcher.

David graduated from Parkersburg high school and then went into the United States Navy. After his honorable release from the military, he worked for over 20...

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