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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Neil Mcnish Russell
November 24, 2016
Neil McNish Russell, Jr., 91, of Parkersburg passed away November 24, 2016 at Camden Clark Medical Center.He was born February 26, 1925 in St. Marys, WV to the late Neil McNish and Lura Wilson Russell, Sr.He was a machinist with Acme Fishing and Tool and was a member of the Camden Avenue church of Christ and also a high school...
Texanna Sams O'Neill
November 23, 2016
Texanna Sams O’Neill, 69, of Parkersburg passed away November 23, 2016 at Ohio State University.She was born September 22, 1947 in Parkersburg to the late Clifford Elsworth and Nora Cobb Sams.She was a graduate of Parkersburg High School, enjoyed bingo and loved her family. She is survived by one son, Byron (Sarah) O’Neill and one daughter, Renee Butterfield, both of...
Thelma Lucretia Eddy
November 23, 2016
Thelma Lucretia Eddy, 90, of Parkersburg, passed away peacefully November 23, 2016, under the care of Hospice and surrounded by her family. She was born January 9, 1926 in Paden City, W.Va. to the late Ira O. and Vena B. Eddy Tuttle. She was a member of Rosemar Road church of Christ and retired from St. Joseph's Hospital and also...
Thomas Ames Speigle
November 13, 2016
Thomas Ames Speigle, Sr, 54, of Washington, WV passed away November 13, 2016 at his home.He was born September 3, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Joseph Franklin and Charlotte Winn Speigle. He is survived by two sons, Donnie (Christina) McCune and Thomas Speigle, Jr. both of Parkersburg one brother, James Robert Speigle of Columbus, Ohio, two sisters, Vickie...
Robert Lee "Bob" Reed
November 13, 2016
Robert Lee Reed 75 of Parkersburg, WV passed away on November 13, 2016 at Marietta Memorial Hospital, Marietta, Ohio. He was born February 5, 1941 in Dart, Ohio son of William Foster (“Coonie”) and Freda Blair Reed Bob was a serious Bible student, willing to share his knowledge, providing encouragement, and willing to answer any and all Bible trivia questions.He...
Daniel B. Dawkins
November 13, 2016
Daniel B. Dawkins, 77, of Parkersburg, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2016 at his residence. Mr. Dawkins was born October 12, 1939 at Parkersburg, a son of the late Delbert and Lucille Wigal Dawkins.He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and was employed by, and retired from, the federal government, serving at various agencies including the Defense Dept. and National...
Nicholas Alan Fisher
November 12, 2016
Nicholas Alan Fisher, 23, of Parkersburg went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 12, 2016. He was born July 5, 1993 in Parkersburg, a son of Renee Crago Fisher of Parkersburg and Criss Alan Fisher of Parkersburg. Nick was a 2011 graduate of Parkersburg Catholic High School where he was an outstanding athlete and the recipient of...
Johnny Lee Wyatt
November 11, 2016
Johnny Lee Wyatt, 60 of Belpre, Oh passed away on Friday November 11, 2016 at his home. He was born October 24, 1956 in Parkersburg WV son of Arthur Lee Wyatt and Anna Weekley Wyatt.He was a Baptist by faith. He attended Parkersburg High School.He previously worked construction and was the previous owner of Petals and Buds in Parkersburg.He was...
Harley W. "Hank" Starcher
November 10, 2016
Harley Wayne (Hank) Starcher, 66, of Parkersburg passed away November 10, 2016 at Marietta Memorial ER, Belpre, with his family by his side.He was born November 2, 1950 in Parkersburg to the late Jess Willard and Ora Mae Ballengee Starcher.He was a 1968 graduate of P. H. S. and attended Mountain State College.He retired from Cytec where he was in...
Gloria Jean Thomas
November 10, 2016
Gloria Jean Thomas, 81, of Marrtown, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 10, 2016.She passed away in the presence of her loved ones at her home. She was born January 2, 1935 at Marrtown, one of thirteen children to the late Charles A. and Stella Grace Province Shepherd. Gloria Jean attended Marrtown Grade School, Washington...
Eugene Elmer Knox
November 5, 2016
Eugene Elmer Knox, 84, of Parkersburg, passed away November 5, 2016 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born May 21, 1932 at Parkersburg a son of the late Charles and Eva Chaddoch Knox. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a self employed sewing machine mechanic. Survivors include his wife Ada Hendershot Knox, one brother James Knox (Lula) and...
Paul Dye
November 1, 2016
Alfred Paul Dye, Jr., 67 of Washington, WV passed away November 1, 2016 at The Willows Center. He was born November 14, 1948 to the late Alfred P. and Doris Elizabeth Wendelken Dye, Sr.He was a lifetime member of the Lauckport Baptist Church, loved horses, farm life, and was a NASCAR fan. He is survived by two sisters, Grayce Elizabeth...
Mervin Edward Hill
October 30, 2016
Mervin Edward "Ed" Hill, 80, of Parkersburg, passed away October 30, 2016 at his home. He was born April 4, 1936 in South Charleston, WV, to Clark Edward and Lethia Lewis Hill. He was a member of the Lauckport Baptist Church for fifteen years and was a construction worker. He was a U.S. Marine Corp Veteran and loved singing hymns....
Jonny "John" Cole Woods
October 28, 2016
Jonny “John” Cole Woods, 69, of Belleville, WV passed away October 28, 2016 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born November 23, 1946 in Elkins, WV to Albert Woodrow and Virginia Dunham Woods.He worked as a Foreman at Johns Manville and was a U. S. Army Veteran.He liked to play Bluegrass Music and enjoyed hunting and fishing and being...
George "Bud" Mcafee
October 28, 2016
George “Bud” McAfee, 66, of Vincent, Ohio passed away October 28, 2016 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born March 27, 1950 to the late George and Zita Shanahan McAfee, Sr.He was a member of St. Margaret Mary’s Catholic Church and worked in Maintenance at Energizer.He was a Sharpshooter in the U. S. Army in Vietnam and also a Chaplain....
Robert Joseph Hickman
October 23, 2016
Robert (Bob) Joseph Hickman passed away October 23, 2016 at Worthington Nursing & Rehabilitation. He was born in Parkersburg, WV on June 20, 1923, the eldest son of Harry & Christina Feick Hickman. He graduated from PHS in 1941.After school, he carried newspapers and worked at various local theatres.He played second base for Big Reds Baseball, American Legion and City...
Carl Wade Brookover
October 23, 2016
Carl Wade Brookover, III, "Junior, 55, of Williamstown, passed away October 23, 2016 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born June 19, 1961 at Parkersburg, a son of the late Carl Wade II and Charlotte Steed Brookover. Junior was a retired General Contractor. Survivors Include his wife Helen Dawson Brookover, 4 Brothers, 7 sisters, and several nieces and nephews. Preceding...
Marjorie Ann Seymour
October 19, 2016
Marjorie Ann Seymour, 72, of Ravenswood, passed away October 19, 2016 at the Willows Center. She was born January 9, 1944 at Bluecreek WV, a daughter of the late Doniver Michael and Marjorie Evelyn Roush Allen. Marjorie was a registered Nurse, enjoyed crafting and held a passion for frogs. Survivors include two sons George Charles (Karen) Seymour and Doniver Fayon...
Odbert Nelson "Bert" Davis
October 12, 2016
Odbert Nelson “Bert” Davis, of Parkersburg, passed away at his home of 52 years on October 12, 2016. He was born on November 9, 1934 in Clay, WV and was the devoted seventh son of the late John and Maggie Shamblin Davis.He was retired from GE Plastics. Bert was an avid bowler and enjoyed “tinkering”.He looked forward every summer to...
Twila Marie Etter
October 12, 2016
Twila Marie Etter, 88, of Stafford, Virginia formerly of Parkersburg and Belpre passed away October 12, 2016 at Woodmont Center at Fredericksburg, Virginia. She was born July 21, 1928 in Parkersburg a daughter of the late Stewart and Orrie Secrist Mason.She worked in Human Resources for Sears Roebuck for twenty one years.She was a member and Past Matron of Parkersburg,...
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