Linda Grubb Thomas, 78, of Bruceton Mills, W.Va., passed away in her home, with her loving family by her side, Monday, May 4, 2026.She was born June 27, 1947 in Morgantown, W.Va.Preceding her in death were her parents, James and Ova Grubb; sister, Sharron Philpott; and brother, John Eddie ...
Rita Ann Hartley Morris, a beloved 64-year-old from Waynesburg, peacefully passed away Monday, April 13, 2026, in J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital. Born December 29, 1961, in Morgantown, she was the cherished daughter of the late Rex and Frances Hartley.Rita was raised with a strong sense of ...
Chris Cottrell, 64, of Stewartstown Community, Morgantown, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026, in the Ruby Memorial Hospital, with his family at his side. Born in Morgantown July 21, 1961, he was a son of the late Roosevelt “Rose” and Betty Fitch Cottrell.Chris was a proud coal miner, having worked for more than 20 years underground and retiring from Blacksville #2 Mine, and a member of the UMWA.He loved being outdoors, hunting for that big buck or fishing, and taking care of his “baby”, his 1976 Ford pick-up.Surviving are his wife of 43 years, Mabel Hunter Cottrell; two daughters, ...
With great sadness, the family of LeRoy Everett Jencks, a beacon of love and inspiration, announce his passing Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Morgantown. He went home to be with his Lord at the age of 68.Born December 16, 1957, in Morgantown, he was the son of the late Everett Milton Jencks and ...
Virgil Melton Davis, 93, of Morgantown, formerly of North Grosvenordale, Conn., went home to be with his Lord Saturday, May 2, 2026. He was born October 2, 1932 in Wendle, a son of Loran and Juanita Davis.He was a graduate of University High School, Class of 1951.On July 11, 1953, he married ...
John R. “Too Tall” Townsend, Jr., 65, of Morgantown, died Friday, May 1, 2026, in Morgantown. He was a son of the late Terry Lee (Michael) Townsend Lash and John Robert Townsend, Sr.John worked in construction and home repair as a self-employed painter, and also in the maintenance department of West Virginia University.Survivors include three children; a brother, William Townsend of Morgantown; and others.There will be no public services. Arrangements are in the care of the Richard R. Herod Funeral Home, Point Marion.For a complete obituary, please visit www.herod-rishel.com
