Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Parkersburg and Vienna, WV

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Parkersburg and Vienna, WV area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Robert Lee "Bob" Brown

Robert Lee "Bob" Brown

Sep 16, 2026

Robert Lee "Bob" Brown, 96, of Vienna, WV passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at home. He was born November 4, 1929 in Parkersburg to the late Scott L. and Earnistine E. Bennett Brown.

Bob loved fishing, gardening, and golf which he enjoyed playing back in the day.

Left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Joyce E. Jones (Bob) of Jacksonville,...

Carol Evelyn Wheaton

Carol Evelyn Wheaton

Sep 11, 2026

Carol Evelyn “McFarland” Wheaton, 87, passed away on September 11, 2026, at Cedar Grove Assisted Living in Parkersburg, West Virginia.

Born in Schultz, Pleasants County, WV., she carried fond memories of her childhood throughout her life. She loved telling stories about attending a one-room schoolhouse and the adventures she shared with her brothers. Some of her favorite memories were camping with...

Otta "Barry" McCrady

Otta "Barry" McCrady

Sep 18, 2026

Otta "Barry" McCrady, 79, of Parkersburg, WV passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by loving family, and with the compassionate care of Amedisys Hospice.

A private cremation will take place.

Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home Pike is honored to serve the McCrady family.

Lola Bonnie Hitzel

Lola Bonnie Hitzel

Sep 18, 2026

Lola Bonnie Hitzel, 93, of Vienna, WV passed away peacefully September 18, 2026, at Rockland Ridge in Belpre, OH.

Daughter of the late Lester and Dora Dawson, Lola was born April 8, 1933 in Clay, WV. She graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1952 and went on to work for the U.S. Coast Guard Base Exchange for 20 years before retiring. 

In...

Jane J. Snyder

Jane J. Snyder

Sep 18, 2026

Jane Snyder

born June 5, 1936 Houston, TX - September 18, 2026

.... has gone to be with our Heavenly Father after ninety years living her life dedicated to serving The Lord and deeply honoring the words of the Bible. It was with quiet dignity that she walked God's path for her. As an amazing loving mother of two adopted children, she...

W. Leon Knopp

W. Leon Knopp

Sep 16, 2026

W. Leon Knopp, 83, of Mineral Wells, was called home and welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Leon was born on October 6, 1942, in Roane County, to the late Richard (Jim) and Laurada Parsons Knopp. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, a proud veteran of the United States...

Robert Gerald Pifer

Robert Gerald Pifer

Sep 15, 2026

Robert Gerald Pifer, 84, of Mineral Wells, WV passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Ellison Care. He was born August 29, 1942 in Keyser, WV, a son of the late Graham and Margaret Murphy Pifer.

Robert had prestigious educational background, beginning with earning his associate degree at Potomac College. Robert graduated from WVU Dental School in 1968 and joined the...

Frieda Misch Owen

Frieda Misch Owen

Sep 15, 2026

Dr. Frieda Misch Owen, 96, who introduced “Wood Whispers” and National Board Teacher Certification to Wood County Schools, died September 15 at Wyngate Senior Living in Parkersburg.

Frieda was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and grew up in South Dakota where she earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Augustana College. She received a Ph.D. from New York University, with courses from Oxford...

Richard "Shot" A. Hurst

Richard "Shot" A. Hurst

Sep 15, 2026

Richard "Shot" A. Hurst, 89, of Parkersburg, WV passed away September 15, 2026, at Camden Clark Medical Center. 

Son of the late James Cecil and Mildred Hickman Hurst, Shot was born November 22, 1936 in Shirley, WV. A proud veteran, Shot served his country with honor in the United States Navy. His dedication and service to his nation were a testament...

Wilma Rosalie Ahart

Wilma Rosalie Ahart

Sep 14, 2026

Wilma R. Ahart, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, September 14th, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on March 22nd, 1940, in Burning Springs, West Virginia, Wilma brought warmth and joy to all who knew her.

Wilma dedicated 30 years to her career as a beautician, where she used her skills...

Connie Lou McCutcheon

Connie Lou McCutcheon

Sep 14, 2026

Connie Lou McCutcheon, 79, of Vienna, WV passed away Monday, September 14, 2026 at Camden Clark Medical Center. She was born in Parkersburg, WV to the late Lawrence and Dorothy (Marcelene) Stoneking Goodwin.

Connie was a Christian, a loving mother, and grandmother. She was a Parkersburg High School graduate and a big fan of PHS football and the Dallas Cowboys. She...

Shirley Dell Dotson

Shirley Dell Dotson

Sep 13, 2026

Shirley Dell Dotson, 93 of Vienna, WV passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.

She was born February 8, 1933, in Logan County, OH, the daughter of the late John and Barbara DeLong. She was a member of the 36th Street Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Dale E....

Sue Harris

Sue Harris

Sep 12, 2026

Elmer Sue Burriss Harris, 74, wife of the late Larry Dale Harris, passed away September 12, 2026.

A native of Greer, daughter of the late James Reuben Burriss and Geneda Earline “Penny” Howard Burriss, she was a homemaker.

Surviving is a daughter, Tosha Smith of Williamstown, West Virginia; a sister, Della Mills (Curtis) of Moore, South Carolina, and three grandchildren, Justin, Kalin,...

Terry Edsel Daggett Sr.

Terry Edsel Daggett Sr.

Sep 12, 2026

Terry Daggett, 88, of Mineral Wells, passed away on September 12, 2026 at WVU Camden Clark Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born in his family home on December 7, 1937 in Palestine, WV to the late Floyd Waldo Daggett and Wilma Elizabeth (Dalton) Daggett.

Upon graduating from Wirt County High School in 1956, he enlisted in the U.S....

Phillip Kenneth Cottrill

Phillip Kenneth Cottrill

Sep 8, 2026

Phillip Kenneth Cottrill, born April 14, 1939, at Mahone in Ritchie County, died Sept 8, 2026, at Rockland Ridge in Belpre, Ohio. Phillip was the son of the late Paul Kenneth Cottrill and Lucy Mae Metz Cottrill. He graduated from Parkersburg High in 1957, Glenville State College in 1961, and then went on to complete his Masters from Marshall University...

Linda Kay Eakins

Linda Kay Eakins

Sep 7, 2026

Linda K. Eakins of Vienna, WV, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 7th, 2026, at the age of 76, surrounded by her family.

She was born on Wednesday, September 28th, 1949, in Waverly, WV, daughter of the late Lester D. and June F. Jackson. Linda enjoyed cooking, gardening, watching hummingbirds and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter,...

Nancy Catherine Duty

Nancy Catherine Duty

Sep 5, 2026

Nancy Catherine (Bruce) Duty, 93, passed away September 5, 2026, at Eagle Pointe Healthcare Center in Parkersburg, West Virginia. She was born November 28, 1932, in Lockport, NY to the late Reverend John E. and Linda Sullivan Bruce.

She is survived by her daughter, Brenda M. Wilcox (Tim) of Raleigh, NC; two sons, Ted Duty (Nancy) of Eatonton, GA and Douglas...

Robert D. Wilcox

Robert D. Wilcox

Sep 5, 2026

Mr. Robert D. “Hodge” Wilcox, age 66, of Elizabeth, passed away Saturday morning, September 5, 2026, at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. He was born July 23, 1960, in Wood County, a son of the late Robert and Margaret Wilcox.

He was an avid outdoorsman, as well as a craftsman, and enjoyed spending time with and sharing those interests with...

Nina Jean Allman

Nina Jean Allman

Sep 4, 2026

It is with great sadness and much love that we mourn the passing of Nina Jean Smith Allman, of Mineral Wells, West Virginia on September 4, 2026 at the age of 88. Following a year of intermittently battling with the recovery of two hip surgeries, the early stages of Alzheimer's disease and a brief bout with pneumonia, Nina's last moments...

Ronald Shawn Roush

Ronald Shawn Roush

Sep 4, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Shawn Roush, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Born on March 11, 1986, in Parkersburg, WV, Ronald spent his life dedicated to his family and community, residing in Mineral Wells, WV.

Ronald passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 4, 2026, at the age of 40. He is...

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