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Lonnie William Johnson Jr.

Lonnie William Johnson Jr. passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at the age of 73. Born September 5, 1952 in Morgantown, Lonnie was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend.For more than 40 years, Lonnie dedicated himself to his job as a coal miner, working tirelessly at the ...

Joyce Lubbert Wylie

Joyce Lubbert Wylie went to be with her Lord Friday, September 12, 2025. She was born January 14 1931, in Baltimore, Md., to the late Carl B. and Erana Schulz Lubbert.Joyce graduated from Valparaiso University with degrees in both English and science.She remained an avid learner with interests in many topics including nature, bird watching, gardening, Bible study, music, mazes, puzzles and had a passion for dogs. She was known for her extensive note taking and her scholastic curiosity.Joyce married Bill Wylie of Wheeling, who survives.She is also survived by four children and their ...

Debra Ann Statler

Debra Ann Statler, 69, of Morgantown, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025.Family and friends will be received in Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Avenue, Westover (304) 292-9494, from 4 until the time of the service to celebrate her life at 6 p.m. Saturday, September 20.A full obituary is available, and condolences may be offered at www.smithfcc.com

Lonnie William Johnson, Jr.

Lonnie William Johnson, Jr., 73, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025, in Ruby Memorial Hospital.Arrangements, which are incomplete, have been entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home.

Michael James Hardy

Michael James Hardy, 71, of Bobtown, Pa., died Friday, September 12, 2025, in Waynesburg, Pa., following a lengthy illness. He was born in Canonsburg, Pa., November 16, 1953, a son of the late Grace Irene Christoff and John Hardy, Sr.He was a coal miner, formerly at Consol’s Dillworth Mine, ...

Charles Edward Bennett Jr.

Charles Edward “Chuck” Bennett Jr., 73, of Moatsville, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in his home. He was born in Morgantown August 25, 1952, a son of the late Charles E. Bennett Sr. and Quadroue Lee Nicklow Bennett.Charles is survived by his wife of 40 years, Judith Ann ...