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Bobby Eugene Toler, 86, of Oceana, WV, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV from a massive stroke. He was born on May 13, 1939 in Sunhill, WV a son of the late Olin Toler and Elsie Harvey. Bobby loved being outside working in his garden, going up in the mountains ginsenging, fishing and making people laugh. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister Helen Josephine Murphy, and a daughter Linda Sue Hoosier. Those left to cherish his memories include three daughters Kim (Charlie) Runyon of Alderson, Glenna (Boyd) Wilburn of Fayetteville, and Bobbie Joe (Mark) Morrison of Winfield, two sons Edwin (Kim) Toler and son Daniel of Summerville, SC, and Olin (Pat) Toler of Sophia, NC, fourteen grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, a niece Debra (Bruce) Hyatt and her three kids and four grandchildren, three nephews Harold Murphy, and his two children and five grandchildren, Darrell (Debra) Murphy and his two children and five grandchildren, and Larry Murphy and his two children and three grandchildren all of Colorado, a special friend Mooty Toler of Sunhill, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, October 15th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Pastor David Johnson officiating. He will be laid to rest in the GC Toler Cemetery, Sunhill, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 1 pm until time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Johnny Alfred Aliff, II, 65, of Bluefield, WV, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at his home. He was born on March 30, 1960 in Welch, WV a son of the late Johnny A. Aliff and Ernestine Webb Aliff. Johnny grew up in Oceana, WV before moving to Bluefield, WV in the early 1990’s. He was a devoted husband to Rhonda for 23 years, a loving father to his sons Donnie and Trey, and a supportive stepfather to Ashley, Danielle, and Dakota. He also loved being Poppy and Papa John to his grandchildren. He graduated from Oceana High School where he excelled at drums (trait he later passed on to his sons). Johnny began his 40 year long career for the Ammar Company as a stock boy at the Magic Mart in Pineville, WV and later as manager, for the Pineville and Oceana stores. He worked his way up through the company to Vice President of Operations for Ammar Inc. in Bluefield, VA before the company’s closure. He was often quiet and behind the scenes but well known and loved by the communities and employees he served. While he did not attend church regularly, he would watch online services at Lifeline Church in Princeton and prior to his passing he voiced that he absolutely believed in God as his Savior. Some of his favorite past times included road trips, camping, going to thrift shops, Reds baseball and especially the beach. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters Cheryl Tyree and Robin Trainor. Left to cherish his memory include his wife Rhonda Tignor Aliff of Bluefield who never left his side in those final days. Also, two sons Donnie Aliff and Johnny A. “Trey” Aliff, III (Jessica) all of Princeton, three stepchildren Ashley Vanhoozer, Danielle (Melissa) Vanhoozer and Dakota (Tori) Hawks. He will also be remembered by his three remaining siblings Karen (Rick) Boone, Joetta (Dave) Walker, and Rich (Cara) Aliff, his first wife Venessa, and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be remembered as Poppy and Papa John by Jenna, James, and Bentley Aliff, Aaliyah, Azayah, and Amiyah Vanhoozer and Parker Hawks. He will also be remembered by his longtime coworker and close friend, Scott Whitt. A memorial service will be held at a later date, but donations in his memory may be made to Stafford Family Funeral Home. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Alice Marie Blankenship Lester, 80, of Crouch’s Farm, WV, passed away October 7th 2025 peacefully after a courageous 3-month battle with complications from a stroke and industrial illness. Born on March 26, 1945, in Simon, WV, a daughter of the late Bert and Myrtle Blankenship. For over 50 years, Alice shared her incredible talent and unwavering faith as a member of her own gospel group. She spent decades traveling and singing, spreading the good news through her music. While declining health kept her closer to home in her final years, the music and the Lord she loved so dearly remained the anchors of her life. Alice had an appreciation for the simple pleasures in life. She loved her flowers, especially adorning her yard with unique, solar-powered decorations, and loved riding around with her husband. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Michael Lester, three sisters Angie Rosenbaum, Irene Cline and Ilene Kennedy, a brother Jerry Blankenship. She is survived by her husband of over 62 years, Roger Lester her two devoted daughters, Barbie Acord and her husband Roger Acord of Glen Fork, and Brandi Lester of Tucson, Arizona, her grandchildren BJ (Candice) Acord of McGraws, Haley (Garrett) Bailey of Huntington WV, David Acord of Glen Fork, and Baylee Lester of Canonsburg, PA, three great-grandchildren, Hunter Trump, Kymber and Kaydence Acord all of McGraws, who brought her immense joy. Alice leaves behind two dear sisters, Maxine (Arlen) Steele of Lynco, and Mary McGovern of Glen Daniels, and a host of other nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. She will be laid to rest Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Twana Elaine Daugherty, 59, of Mount Hope, West Virginia, passed away on October 3, 2025, at CAMC Memorial Hospital, Charleston, WV. Born on January 29, 1966, in Welch, WV, Twana was the cherished daughter of Daniel Daugherty and Minnie Harper Rudisill. Her life was a testament to unwavering faith, boundless love for her family, and a joyful spirit that touched everyone she met. Twana was preceded in death by her husband, Dewayne Lawrence their son, Jeffery Lawrence, her stepfather Kyle Rudisill and her great-niece, Miranda Acord Browning. She was a proud member of The Church of the Nazarene in Beckley. Twana found joy in music, dancing, and the simple pleasures of everyday life. Her laughter was infectious, her heart generous, and her presence a blessing to all who knew her. Her legacy of love, kindness, and faith will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched. Those left to cherish her memory include her loving parents and her step-mother, Patricia Daugherty her devoted partner of 28 years, Freddy Richmond of Mount Hope her son, Justin Fernatt (Madison) and her beloved grandchildren, William, Tristen, Lila, and Willow Fernatt. Twana also leaves behind her sister, Lavana Meadows (Darrell) of Minden her brother, Tony Daugherty of Portsmouth, Ohio her step-sisters, Rhonda Dunbar (Joey) of Lindside, WV, and Patricia Ward (Wayne) of Hinton, WV nephews, TJ and Nathaniel Daugherty and a niece she held close to her heart and loved as her own, Stephanie Acord (Bobby), along with their children—Kaven, Remington, Gentry, Emma, Bo, and Cruz, her brother-in-law Roger Richmond (Betty) of Ballengee, WV, and sister-in-law Glenna (John) of Arlington, VA. Twana’s love extended far beyond her immediate family, embracing a wide circle of relatives and dear friends who will miss her deeply. Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Thursday, October 9th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. Friends may gather from 12pm until time of service on Thursday at the funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at GC Toler Cemetery, Sunhill, WV. “There are some who bring a light so great to the world—that even after they have gone, the light remains”. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Andy Justice, 79, of Pineville, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025. He was born on December 4, 1945 in Iaeger, WV a son of the late Olison Justice and Laura Kennedy, his step father Dayton Mullins, his loving wife Nancy White Justice, two sons Josh Sellards and Jeff White, a brother Kenneth Justice, two half-brothers Eddie “Brother” Justice and Dayton Mullins, Jr., two half-sisters Katherine “Kathy” Lane and Wanda Marcum. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and spending time with his boys and other loving family members. Survivors include three sons Justin (Kristen) Justice of Pineville, Dustin(Amanda) Justice of Pineville and Shannon (Teresa) Sellards of Dalton, GA, three daughters Mellisa (Banito) Sellards of Dalton, GA, Carmella Franklin of Dalton, GA and Bonnie Elkins of Monroe, NC, grandchildren Taner Justice, Logan Cole, Jerzey Justice, Tyson Justice, Tyler Lester and Patience Jade Justice, a sister Loretta (Joe) Ruppe, three half-sisters Christine Little of Hurley, VA, Patricia McCoy of Cedar Bluff, VA and Joann Birchfield of Mohawk, six half-brothers Ralph, Dexter, Douglas, Darnell and Russell Justice all of Hurley, VA and Carter Justice of Pipestem, special nephews Travis Lester, Clayton Mullins and Zebb Justice all of Pineville, and a host of nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, October 8th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Pastor Gary Walker and Rev. David Belcher. He will be laid to rest in the Justice Family Cemetery, Hensley, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

"To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" Corinthians 5:8 Sandra Kay Walls Brown, 71, Long Branch WV, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, in Logan, West Virginia. Born on March 25, 1954, in Man WV, Sandra was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her life was marked by deep devotion to her family and a warmth that touched all who knew her. She was the daughter of the late Dallas and Dottie Walls. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two daughters, Deanna Faye Kenneda & Lora Ann Toler, two grandsons, Humphrey “Punk” Morgan and Brandon Morgan, two Brothers, Rockey and Davis “Davey” Walls, a sister Redith Kennedy, and her mother-in-law Amanda “Helen” Brown. Sandra’s family was the cornerstone of her world, and she cherished every moment spent with them. She loved her fur babies Bella, Mr. Bailey, Moe, & Addie more than anything. Her favorite holiday was Christmas especially gift giving. She loved family gatherings, laughing, and going to church. She was a in home caregiver up until she retired. She loved helping others. She was loved by everyone who knew her. Her kindness, strength, and unwavering love left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to share in her life. Those left to cherish her family, her husband Jerome Brown, who thought he was just coming home for a visit 28 years ago, when he met the love of his life which he married one year later. Through the ups and downs, they held onto each other & the bond they formed was inseparable. Their relationship was one that honored their vows and though her absence may separate them for the moment, they will always be each other’s soulmates. Her son Denver Jay Kenneda and his wife Tabatha and her daughter Regina Blankenship and her husband Bobby, son in law, Adam Toler. Brother-in-law Ron Brown, and sister-in-law Annette and husband Kirby Altizer. She was a proud grandmother to Tiffany (David) Cook, Alyssa (Coby) Hurley, Amber (Daniel) Bailey, Payton Toler, Deanna (AJ) Hall, Hannah Kenneda, Parker Kenneda, Kiersten (Jerm) Bailey, Allie Barnes, and Tyler (Hagen) Barnes. Her legacy continues through her 13 great-grandchildren who she thought the world of. Her brothers Vencil Walls, Stephen Walls and his wife Lesa, Curtis Walls and his wife Clarice and Jamie Walls, special niece Sally Blankenship and her close friend who was more like family, Lois Dancy, and a host of nieces and nephews who brought joy to her life. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Monday, October 6th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Bro. Chris Lester and Rev. Joey Massey officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Kennedy Cemetery, Foundation Fork, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 5-8 pm on Sunday, October 5th at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Philip Roger Ritchie, 70, of Indian Creek, WV, went home to be with the Lord on September 27th, 2025 at Welch Community Hospital, Welch, WV. He was born on April 13, 1955 in Matney Town, WV a son of the late Claude and Evelina Price Ritchie. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters Loretta Tilley, and Esther Toler, two brothers James Ritchie and Roy Hamilton, three nieces Peggy Vance, Kelly Cozort, Eva Ritchie, and three nephews Christopher Ritchie, Michael Tilley, and Waymon Tilley. Those left on earth to cherish his memory include his faithful and dedicated wife of 33 years Diana Turpin Ritchie, two sisters Shirley (Jerry) Hash of Glen Fork, Phyllis (Harry) Reid of Ravencliff, a brother Gregory (Wanda) Ritchie of Sabine, and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 12 pm on Friday, October 3rd in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Nathan Vance officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 11 am until time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Mervin Clayton Cook, 75, of Keyrock, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on September 27th, 2025. Mervin, affectionately known by friends and family as “Binky”, was born on March 23, 1950, to Elva Clayton Cook and Erma Cook. He grew up with his brother George and his sisters Kathy, Martha, and Johni. After serving as a corpsman in the United States Navy, and then studying psychology at Marshall University, Mervin returned home and built a life rooted in both service and community. He worked as a coal miner, later served as the city clerk of Mullens, and went on to become the chief tax deputy of Wyoming County. Eventually, he and his wife, Pam, owned Valley Air Heating and Cooling, which they ran side by side for many years. But Mervin’s greatest devotion was to his faith and his family. For more than 41 years, he faithfully served Pineville Southern Baptist Church as a deacon and as the teacher of the adult Sunday school class, sharing God’s Word and guiding others in their walk with Christ. At home, Mervin was a loving husband, dad, and papaw. He is reunited in heaven with his parents and his brother, George Cook. Mervin will be remembered for his steady faith and his gentle spirit. His family, friends, and church family will deeply miss his wisdom, laughter, and love—but we take comfort in knowing he is now at peace with the Lord he served so faithfully. He leaves behind his wife and love of 49 years, Pamela Jayne Cook his children, Michael Ann White (Shannon), Ashley Gayle Lusk (Jamie), and Andrew Clayton Cook and his grandchildren, Alec Lusk, Nate White, Kayleigh White, Katie Dulcie, and Lincoln Lusk—who were his pride and joy. His memory is also carried on by his sisters Kathy Houchins, Martha Bowling, and Johni Cook. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, October 2nd at the Pineville Southern Baptist Church, with Bradley McKinney and Dwight Stafford officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Solid Cook Chapel Cemetery, Rock, View, WV. Family and friends are invited to gather with us for visitation at 12pm to honor and celebrate his life. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Kevin Kenneda, 56, of Oceana, WV passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Shelia Strauss Hospice House, Roanoke, VA. He was born April 26, 1969 in Man, WV a son of the late Don and Tressie May Lester Kenneda. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife Tammie Kenneda, grandparents Ceicl and Ada Lester, siblings Jacquline Kenneda, Keith Kenneda, Donce Kenneda, Carolyn Cline, and Darlene Kenneda, and two brothers-in-law Adam Cline and Homer Hatfield. Those left to cherish his memory include his step children Erick, Rocky, Jeremy, Jason, and Melissa Ramsey, his siblings Tim Kenneda, Deidra (Homer) Hatfield, and Nadean (Eddie) Dean, brother-in-law Earnest Cline, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 12:00pm on Wednesday, October 1st in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Pastor Joey Massey officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 11:00am until time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

In the stillness of the evening, with a voice so gentle that only she could hear, the Lord whispered for her to come home on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Logan Regional Medical Center, Logan, WV. Joann Toler Browning, 60, of Coal Mountain, WV went home to be with the Lord. She was born on April 27, 1965 in Welch, WV a daughter of the late Lacy Wayman and Freda Marie Daughtery Toler. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter Tamara Marie Browning. Survivors include her loving husband, Lloyd Kent Browning, a daughter Faith May and husband Dustin, two sons Wayman Toler and Lionel Browning, a step daughter Crystal Browning, her grandchildren, Brylee May “Maws Special Zean Bean”, Sidney Browning, Jonah Browning, and Olivia Browning, her siblings Lacy Toler and Rose Hatfield, nieces and nephews Durik Hatfield, Lacy Hatfield, Skylar Toler, Noah Toler and Ladayna Toler, and a host of other loving family and friends. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Tuesday, September 30th at the Justice Tabernacle, Justice, WV with Rev. Raven Kennedy and Rev. Louie Vanover officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Skyline Cemetery, Justice, WV. Friends may gather with the family after 6 pm on Monday, September 29th at the church. Pallbearers will be family and friends. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the funeral home. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Richard “Ricky” Wayne Hill, 64, of Ravencliff, WV went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at his home. He was born on June 12, 1961 in Beckley, WV a son of Audra Lehman Mastrippolito of MacArthur and the late Richard Hill. He loved going to church, singing, playing his guitar, fishing and camping. He attended the Ravencliff Church of God of Prophecy and the Rock View Pentecostal Tabernacle. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by a sister Tammy Harless, a brother Angelo Mastrippolito, maternal grandparents William and Blanche Lehman, paternal grandparents George Hill and Irene Bradley, step grandfather’s Charlie Bradley and Roy L. Harless, II and his mother and father-in-law Roger and Judy Pettry. In addition to his mother, survivors include his step father Angelo Mastrippolito of MacArthur, his earthly wife of 33 years Geraldine Pettry, a daughter Romona Pettry of Ravencliff, a son Adam Pettry and companion Cathy Simmons of Ravencliff, daughter who he raised as his own Stephanie Ferguson and husband Justin and her kids Khloey, Jayden and Miley Ferguson of Ravencliff, a sister Michelle Farley and husband James of Hinton, a sisters-in-law Sheryl Wesley and companion Timmy Tilley of Jesse, Faye and Randy Adkins of Stokesdale, NC, Cathy Brooks and companion Hurley Mullins of Beckley, Thelma Sizemore of Ravencliff, Pansy Pettry and her companion Greg Fortner of Ravencliff, Linda McMillion and husband Jimmy of Ravencliff, and Melissa Greer and husband Chris of Ravencliff, two cousins who resided with him, Bonita and Amber Robertson, his special niece who helped out Isabella Greer and Kendra Johnson and husband Zach Johnson, and a host of other loving nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family and friends. The family would like to send a special Thank You to Jackie Shorter, Centerwell Hospice, Ashley and Randy Tilley, and Sierra Tilley. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, September 27th at the Ravencliff Church of God of Prophecy, Ravencliff, WV with Rev. Paul Manning officiating and Rondell “Ron” Tilley reading the obituary. He will be laid to rest in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Ravencliff, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Saturday at the church. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Rev. Jeffrey Elkins, 71, entered the gates of heaven on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Bowers Hospice House after a long-fought battle with cancer. "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." — 2 Corinthians 5:8 Born in Welch, WV to the late Rev. Roy and Zelda “Kitty” Elkins, Jeffrey was a devout Christian and avid gardener. He never missed a chance to remind you that Christ loved you — and so did he. Throughout his life, Jeffrey served in many roles within his churches: Sunday School teacher, piano player, deacon, and Pastor of Black Eagle Baptist Church. He was also a proud member of the UMWA. He loved watching the Cincinnati Reds and WVU football and basketball. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers: Lundy Elkins, Fred Elkins, Kenneth “Butch” Price, and David Price Sr. Those left to cherish his memory and carry his legacy forward include his wife of 52 years, Delores Elkins daughter April Elkins Badtke and son-in-law Joey son Jeff “JR” Elkins and daughter-in-law Desirae. He was the proud grandfather of Emiley “Squirrelly” (Noah) Stover, Bella Trent, Lilly, and Catalina “Caddy” Elkins. He is also survived by his brother Larry Elkins of Bolt and his special cousin-brother Steve Cox. Jeffrey leaves behind his beloved church family at Black Eagle, a host of garden buddies, and many friends and family who will miss his jokes, gardening wisdom, and porch coffee chats. Services will be held on Wednesday, September 24, at noon at Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, with his dear friends , Revs. Ron Harvey and Scottie Lusk officiating. Burial will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny. Visitation will be held one hour before the service. Stafford Family Funeral Home is overseeing arrangements. Nephews and special friends will serve as pallbearers. Brother Larry Elkins and Cousin Steve Cox will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff at Bowers Hospice House and his hospice nurses, especially Dena Spence, as well as his care team: Dr. El-Harake at CAMC Cancer Center, Dr. Karam, and Jeff Prichard. In lieu of flowers, donations of sympathy may be made in Jeffrey’s honor to Black Eagle Church, Bowers Hospice House.

Ronda Mae “Munk” Hatfield, 63, of Coal Mountain, WV passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at her home. She was born to the late Johnny Dee and Barbara Lester Walker. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister Robin Browning, two sisters-in-law Marsha Wallace and Patti Hopkins, and a son-in-law Jason Glenn Bledsoe. Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 41 years, Larry Hatfield, two daughters Chasity Bledsoe and Amy (Bryan) Justice of Coal Mountain, two sisters Kim (Larry) Dillon and Vanessa Walker both of Hanover, five brothers Jonathan Walker, Micky Walker, Ricky (Jeanetta) Walker, Bradley Walker and David Walker all of Hanover, special niece Ginger (Andrew) May of Reedy Creek, five grandchildren Jaiden and Ethan Bledsoe, Kaitlyn, Brianna, Brody Justice all of Coal Mountain and a host of other friends, family, and countless honorary grandchildren that she loved to cheer on at any ball game. Ronda was the life of any party, always joking and having a good time. You could usually find her sitting on a river bank or cheering her babies on at a ball game. Ronda had a heart of gold, eager to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. She loved to attend cookouts with family where she was always full of laughter. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Monday, September 22nd at the Big Cub Missionary Baptist Church, Coal Mountain, WV with Rev. James Cline officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Walker Family Cemetery, Hanover, WV. Friends may gather with the family after 6 pm on Sunday, September 21st at the church. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Samuel Robert Canada, II, 57, of Glen Fork, WV passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV. He was born on April 3, 1968 in Chicago, IL a son of Samuel Robert Canada of Ravencliff and the late Patricia “Patty” Leeson Canada. Samuel was a loving father, husband and pawpaw. He enjoyed spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, riding four wheelers and camping. He was a 1986 graduate of Glen Rogers High School. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his grandparents Pauline Sturgill, Leelah Canada and Claude Canada, his mother-in-law Sissy Tilley, two brothers-in-law Kerry and Leslie Tilley, and his best friend Jay Tilley. In addition to his father, survivors include his loving wife of 31 years Kristy Tilley Canada, three children Andy (Misty) Sizemore, Samantha Canada and Katie Canada, three grandchildren Makaylee, Makiya, and Brantley Sizemore, two sisters Teresa (Rick) Terry, and Becca (Wayne) Toler, a brother Jason (Lisa) Canada, his father-in-law Charlie Tilley, a brother-in-law Todd (Anna) Tilley, nieces and nephews Jared, Claudia, Alana, Brandon, Des, Travis, Adam, Leslie Ann, Mason and Alivia, special friends Sonny Vance, Jeff Mullins and Bo Wray, and a host of great nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Tuesday, September 23rd in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Pastor Richard Bailey officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Ravencliff, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 12 pm until time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Phyllis Lorene Sizemore, 82, of Fairdale, WV passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025 at her home. She was born on June 27, 1943 in Fairdale, WV. A daughter of the late William and Blanche Perry Alderman. Phyllis graduated as Salutatorian of her 1961 Class of Glen Rogers High School. She worked at the United States Pentagon and then worked for 32 years at the Glen Rogers PSD. Phyllis will forever be known for her incredible baking especially her Nanny Cookies. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Arnold Sizemore, sisters Betty Bailey and Mary Clay and a brother, Warren Alderman. Survivors include her daughters, Kathy Prichard and husband Jeff of Oceana and Tammy Covey and her husband Tommy of Fairdale three grandchildren, Kaylee Stewart and her husband Chris of Bolt, Emily Carte and her husband David of Oceana and Mark Covey of Fairdale. One great grandchild, Gracie Stewart two sisters, Jean Humphrey of Morehead City, NC and Margaret Phillips of Liverpool, NY and a host of family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Crossroads Community Church in Glen Daniel, WV with Pastor Wendy Graham officiating. She will be laid to rest in Pine Grove Cemetery, Ravencliff, WV. Friends may gather with the family from Noon to the time of services on Friday, September 19, 2025 at the church. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Garland Eugene Burchette, 83, of Princeton, WV, formerly of Pineville, WV, passed away on Thursday September 11, 2025 at Princeton Health Care Center. He was born September 19, 1941 in Baileysville, WV, a son of the late Treely and Lucinda Bailey Burchette. He was a loving father, a US Army Veteran, retired coal miner and member of the UMWA. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Johnny Lee New, three brothers Treely “Tom” Burchette, Edward “Chub” Burchette and James “Bud” Burchette and a sister Juanita Growe. Those left to cherish his memory include a daughter Pam Crowder and husband Mike of Princeton, a son Thomas Burchette and wife Brandy of Kegley, a grandchild Aiden New, a sister Joyce Miller of Pineville, two sister-in-laws Jill Burchette of Baileysville and Miriam Burchette of Pineville, and a host of other loving family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 PM on Monday September 15, 2025 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV, with Bro. Larry Cecil officiating. Burial will follow in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. The Wyoming County Veterans Honor Guard will conduct Military Rites. Friends may gather with the family from 11:00 AM until time of service on Monday at the funeral home. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Princeton Health Care Center’s doctors and staff for their wonderful care given to Garland. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

James Bruce Cook, known as JB to his family and friends, passed away at the home of his youngest daughter and son in law on September 11, 2025, at the age of 84. JB was born in Pierpoint, West Virginia, on March 7, 1941, to the late Tennis Fred and Gladys Jackson Cook. JB, who never met a stranger, will be remembered for his bigger than life personality, his archives, and his endless stash of Little Debbie snack cakes. He and his wife enjoyed sharing in the many accomplishments and milestones of their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Through the years he was often described as a workaholic, but in his spare time loved woodworking in his shop and watching sports. You might find him in front of the television watching any kind of sport but he especially loved UNC Tarheel basketball, the LA Lakers, and NASCAR. JB was a 1959 graduate of Baileysville High School. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. He began working as a body shop repairman for Pine Chevrolet in Pineville, West Virginia in 1972. JB took his talents and, along with his business partner Tim McGraw, opened J & T Body Shop in Pineville, West Virginia, in 1980. They ran a very successful business until they both retired in 2005. JB married his beloved wife, Phyllis Ann Short Cook, on February 14, 1980. Together they built a beautiful life and family until her death earlier this year on May 3, 2025. In addition to his parents and wife, JB is preceded in death by his sister Marjorie Brining, two brothers and their wives Ted (Pat) Cook and Kenneth Edward (Rhonda) Cook, and two nephews, Tennis Kenner Dancy and Robert David Breeding. JB is survived by his daughters Sherri Lynn (Tommy) Bland and Carla Cook (Reece) Carter step daughters Angie (Dave) Morrison and Christy (Billy) Fox grandchildren Trey Hunt, Thomas Bland, Megan (Michael) Asbury, Michael (Lindsay) Bland, Will (Carissa) Fox, Hailee (Nathan) Taylor and Phillip Fox (Kylie Lester) great grandchildren Cullen Kirkendoll, Damian Reed, and two great grandchildren on the way, Baby Girl Fox in March and Baby Bland in April sisters Billie Sue (Bob) Breeding and Vicki (Larry) Dancy brother Jody (Kim) Cook brother-in-law Paul Brining along with numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews and his Short family from Elk Lick. In keeping with JB’s wishes, he will be cremated. A celebration of his life will be held at 1:30 pm on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the Casteel Event Center, 129 Main Street, Pineville, West Virginia. His family will spread his ashes around his Elk Lick home where his wife’s ashes were spread. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Danny Eugene Blevins, 58, of Oceana, WV, passed away after a long battle with Cancer on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. He was born on September 20, 1966 in Mullens, WV a son of the late Robert Joseph Stephen Blevins and the late Georgia Geraldine Bailey. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his Grandparents Hazel and Molly Blevins and Elouise and Earl Bailey, his step father George Jackson, his ex-mother and father-in-law Melvin and Burnia Adkins, an aunt Rita Toler, and two uncles Jimmy Toler and Jackie Morgan. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter Haley Blevins (Dominick Moore Dommy), his son Brandon Blevins, his ex-wife and love of his life Julie Blevins, a sister Melinda Prichard and husband Ernie, a brother Robbie “Bones” Blevins, two grandchildren Kase Blevins and Xavier Cook, and one due in October 2025 Ella Grace Moore, nieces Kayla Blevins, Brittany Haynes, Ashley Hoosier, Andrea Prichard, and Kelsey Bledsoe, special great nephews Connor Prichard, Kannon Bledsoe, and Krew Bledsoe, an aunt Mildred Morgan, uncle Gene Bailey and wife Sherry, cousins Donald Bailey, Eugene Bailey, J.D. Morgan, Timmy Morgan, and Bobby Morgan, Joey O’neal his lifelong best friend, special friends Anthony Walls, Troy Carter, Danny Hicks, and Tody Cox, and a host of great nieces, great nephews, and other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 12:00pm on Tuesday, September 16th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Minister Chris Lester officiating. Friends may gather with the family from 5pm-8pm on Monday, September 15th at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be Brandon Blevins, Anthony Walls, Danny Hicks, Troy Carter, Tody Cox, Donald Bailey. and Honorary Pallbearer Robbie Blevins. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Kevin Dewayne Blizzard, 50, of Indian Creek, WV, passed away on Monday September 8, 2025 at his home. He was born March 29, 1975 in Mullens, WV, a son of the late Steven Patrick and the late Mary Dixie Cline Blizzard. Those left to cherish his memory include his two sons Keagen H Blizzard and Konner R. Blizzard both of Pineville, a brother Steven P. Blizzard and wife Jessica of Brier Creek. Funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, September 13th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Eddie Bee Aliff officiating. Friends may gather from 11:00am until time of service Saturday at the Funeral Home. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated following the service. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Debra Bell Tomblin Smith, 60, of Pineville, WV, passed away on September 5, 2025 at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, KY. She was born December 23, 1964 in Logan, WV a daughter of Patricia Blackburn Tomblin and the late George Tomblin. Debra was a retired beautician, after working 45 years and a loving mother. She enjoyed family time, dancing, playing with animals, fishing and goofing around. She loved making everyone laugh and could always put a smile on your face. In addition to her father she was preceded in death by her first husband Belford Cole and her second husband Jack Smith. Survivors include a daughter Jacklyn Autumn Belle (Caleb Allen) Smith, a son Nick Earl Cole, Stephen Cody Smith who was like a son, grandsons Spencer Earl Cole, and Elias Cade Cole, two sisters Penny (Harrison) Hurley and Tammy (Tommy) Hurley, an nephew Joshua (Ashley) Tomblin, three nieces Kayla Hurley, Megan Hurley, and Courtney New, her fur baby Sparta Smith, her best friend since 1984 Ruth Cook, and a host of other loving family and friends. In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated and a Memorial will be held at a later date. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.

Lacy Lee Hash, Jr., 77, of Glen Fork, WV went to his Heavenly Home at home on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. He was born March 7, 1948 in Glen Fork, a son of the late Lacy Lee Hash, Sr. and the late Betty Ann Francis. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his daughter Kimberly Ann Hash-Brooks, grandson Tristen Lee Daniels, sister Wanda Jane Lucas and son-in-law Robert S. McGuire, Jr. Lacy was an Electrician for 35 years with Peabody-Eastern at Harris #1 mines. He was also a United States Army Veteran and served most of his time in Germany between 1967-1969. He was a graduate of Glen Rogers High School, class of 1966 and attended the Wyoming County Vocational School. Lacy loved fishing and camping. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 55 years Joanna Ruth Hash, his daughters Virginia McGuire-Reeves and husband Paul, Erica Daniels and husband Harvey, grandsons Hunter McGuire and wife Abbey and Dane Daniels, a great granddaughter Aurora McGuire, a son-in-law Chris Brooks, four brothers Jerry Hash and wife Shirley, Randy Hash and wife Freda, Kermit Hash and wife Virginia, and Rodney Hash, a sister Melissa Blackburn, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 12pm on Tuesday, September 9th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Steve Acord. The Wyoming County Veterans Honor Guard will be conducting Military Rites. Friends may gather with the family from 5pm-8pm on Monday, September 8th at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Donnie, Buzz, Jimmy, David, Wanda and Eddie, and Darlene. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.