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Patricia Ann Alvarez

Patricia Ann “Cookie” Alvarez, 83, of Morgantown, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025, in her home. She was born March 20, 1942, in Johnstown, Pa., a daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Tremko Krupa.She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, but also enjoyed working at various ...

Phillip L. Weser

Phillip L. Weser, 75, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 22, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born in Las Vegas, Nev., Phil lived in Alaska and Texas before returning to Parkersburg, his family’s hometown.He attended Parkersburg South High School, excelling academically ...

James Franklin Michels

James Franklin “Jim” Michels, born on September 20, 1949, in Clarksburg, WV, brought an abundance of kindness and dedication into this world, which he generously shared with everyone he encountered. He was a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose warmth and love knew no ...

David Henry Lingle

David Henry Lingle, 87, of Morgantown, passed away on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025.David was born on August 20, 1938 in Hollywood, CA, a son of the late Euing and Naomi Strecker Lingle.Survivors include his wife of 53 years Barbara Eileen Cantis Lingle; and a brother, Richard Lingle and his ...

Naomi Josephine Riffle

Naomi Josephine Riffle passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Sundale Nursing Home in Morgantown.Born in Everettville, on August 31, 1940, she was a daughter to the late Marion William Miller and Sarah Rosella Karnes Miller and the cherished wife of the late Sherman Riffle, ...

SWIM SERVICE

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Mary Elizabeth Swim of Morgantown, and parents Riley Cecil and Mary Blanar Swim of Beckley on Tuesday December 9, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Beckley, WV; luncheon and graveside service to follow.