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Brenda Lee Sines

Brenda Lee Sines, 83, of Tunnelton, passed away peacefully, in her home, Sunday, May 25, 2025. Brenda was born November 11, 1941, in Kingwood, a daughter of the late Asa Franklin and Bertha Jane Minor.She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt. Her family was the love of her life.She was a member of Irona Full Gospel Assembly.Brenda enjoyed playing with her grandchildren, listening to hymns, feeding the birds, and helping others in need.She had worked as a nurse’s aide and as a Head Start teacher, both which she dearly loved.Brenda is survived by her ...

Mark E. Stacy

Mark Eden Stacy was born May 23, 1957, in Canonsburg, Pa. and died Friday, May 23, 2025, exactly 68 years later, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown.Son of Marlis and Nancy Bradburn Stacy, he graduated from Canon- McMillan High School and attended Point Park College on scholarship, earning his degree in journalism and communications. He was sports editor for The Democrat-Messenger, Waynesburg, Pa., sports copy editor for The Roanoke Times, Virginia, and sports and night copy editor for The Dominion Post, where he stayed until his retirement in 2019.He is survived by his beloved ...

Thelma Jean Christopher Garbart

Thelma Jean Christopher Garbart, 86, of Kingwood, passed away peacefully Monday, May 26, 2025. Thelma was born May 28, 1938, in Valley Point, a daughter to the late Gilbert Christopher and Virginia Matheny Christopher.Thelma is survived by her two children, Christopher David Garbart and wife ...

Margaret Ann Cheslock

Margaret Ann Cheslock, a cherished matriarch, departed from this world Monday, May 26, 2025, at the age of 96. Born in Rivesville May 8, 1929, to the late John and Anna Dubinsky Dorsey, Margaret lived a full and vibrant life that was a testament to her caring and industrious spirit. Her passing in Morgantown marks the end of an era defined by her unwavering commitment to family, community, and the simple joys of life.In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her loving husband of 78 years, Julian Cheslock, who passed just a month before her; her dear son, Julian ...

Mack King

Mack King, 90, of Wadestown, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 8, 2025, in Morgantown Health Care Center and is now home with his Lord.He was born June 26, 1934, to the late Harry “Buster” King and Mary Evelyn Delaney.He graduated from Clay-Battelle High School Class of 1953.He was a ...

John Andrew Cettin

John Andrew “Johnny” Cettin of Loveland, Colo., formerly of Bobtown, died Tuesday, May 13, 2025. He was born June 26, 1930He retired from the Shannopin Mine in Bobtown, and was a member of UMWA Local 6159. People will also remember that he was a drummer and played with lots of local bands.His last years were spent living in Colorado close to his grandson and great-grandchildren, which included music recitals, musicals, plays, and sports. He loved the mountains, and spent hours on his swing reading and looking at the mountains.He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Bobbi; ...