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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Paul Edward Dotson,
Dec 8, 2011
Paul “Buddy” E. Dotson Jr., 56, of Vienna, W.Va. went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2011, in Parkersburg, W.Va. He was born October 28, 1955, in Parkersburg, a son of Denver and Ruth Snyder Crew of Vienna. Buddy had attended college in Upper St. Claire Pennsylvania where he obtained his Associates Degree in HVAC and Welding....
William F Cottrill
Dec 7, 2011
William F. Cottrill, 94, of Parkersburg, W.Va. passed away Dec. 7, 2011 following an extended illness.He was born July 11, 1917, in Doddridge County, W.Va. to the late Emerson E. and Betty Jane Cottrill.William graduated from Doddridge Co. High School in 1937. He worked at Mountain State Steel Foundry in Parkersburg for 37 years before retiring on disability in 1974....
Reta Elizabeth Sims
Dec 7, 2011
Reta Elizabeth Sims, 69 of Parkersburg, W.Va. passed away Dec. 7, 2011 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was born Dec. 9, 1941 in Wood County, W.Va. a daughter of the late Floyd and Florence Smith Shields. She was retired from the Bureau of Public Debt. She collected dolls, enjoyed Western movies and was a member of Pleasant View...
Linda Mae Theobald
Dec 6, 2011
Linda Mae Theobald, 61, of Belpre, Ohio passed away on December 6, 2011, at Camden Clark Memorial Hospital, St. Joseph Campus.She was born in Kingsville, Texas, January 10, 1950, a daughter of the late Keith Harrison and Praxedis Vega Harrison.Linda was a homemaker; enjoyed reading and computers and spending time with her grandchildren.She is survived by her husband, Charles L....
Ruth S. Munson
Dec 4, 2011
Ruth S. Munson, 75,formerly of Honey Brook,PA, passed away December 4, 2011, at Marietta,Ohio.She was born October 18, 1936, in Sandyville, W.Va., a daughter of the late Carl Enoch and Alma Evelyn Gandee Sayre. Ruth was a retiree of the Devereux School. She enjoyed playing bingo, reading, crocheting, and especially enjoyed her parrot, “Baby” and her pet dog “Beau”.Surviving is...
Mildred Reed
Dec 4, 2011
Mildred Reed, 83 of Belpre, Ohio went home to be with her Heavenly Father Dec. 4, 2011 at Camden-Clark Medical Center, Memorial Campus. Standing at the gate to welcome her home were her husband and son. She was born October 21, 1928 in Roane County, W.Va. to the late Lonnie and Mary Minnie Good Parker. She had worked at Camden-Clark...
Jimmie Lee Wood
Dec 1, 2011
Jimmie Lee Wood, 69, of Vienna, W.Va. passed away on December 1, 2011. He was born May 1, 1942, in Parkersburg, W.Va. a son of the late David Roberson and Myrtle Shinault Wood. Jimmie retired from the former Diamond Glass and later worked at the K-Mart of Vienna. His wife and their two sons were his proudest accomplishment and were...
Donna Mae Carder
Nov 27, 2011
Donna Mae Eaton Carder, 75, of Parkersburg, W.Va., went to Heaven on Nov. 27, 2011 at her home in Bradenton, Fla.She was the youngest child of the late Wilbert and Effie (Stephens) Eaton. She was a 1954 Parkersburg High School graduate. Donna was a homemaker, Girl Scout leader, and Sunday school teacher when her children were young. She retired from...
Hilda Etta Skidmore
Nov 27, 2011
Hilda Etta Skidmore, 93, of Parkersburg, W.Va. passed away on November 27, 2011 at the West Virginia Veterans Nursing Facility in Clarksburg, W.Va. She was born March 21, 1918, in Braxton County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Howard and Cora Engle Bailey.Hilda was a registered nurse with the U.S. Army during World War II. She was a member of...
Dale Leon Long
Nov 27, 2011
Dale Leon Long, 66, of Parkersburg, W.Va. went home to be with the Lord on November 27, 2011 at Camden-Clark Medical Center, Memorial Campus.He was born September 26, 1945, in Roane County, W.Va., son of the late Blaine and Sarah Marie Hardman Long.Dale was a self employed welder and previously worked at A.B. Chance. He was a member of Penecostals...
Helen M. Cipollina
Nov 27, 2011
Helen M. Cipollina, 88, formerly of Little Hocking, Ohio, passed away Nov. 27, 2011, at The Arcadia Nursing Home in Coolville, Ohio. She was born June 2, 1923, in New York, N.Y., a daughter of the late Joseph and Dora Tosta Tymoshek. Helen was a retired Home Health Care worker. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church where...
Stephen Lawrence Bonson
Nov 27, 2011
On November 27, 2011, Stephen Lawrence Bonson, 63, lovingly referred to as G-paw and Gramps passed away at his home. He was the son of the late William and Charlene Bonson of Hesperia, Calif.A beloved father and faithful friend, he was an avid fisherman and loved old westerns and spending time with his family.He is survived by five children, Sherry...
Robert E. Wright,
Nov 26, 2011
Robert E. Wright, Sr., 80 of Williamstown, W.Va. passed away November 26, 2011 at Camden-Clark Medical Center, Memorial Campus. Robert was born September 3, 1931, in Wood County,W.Va. a son of the late Garnet G.E. Wright and Marie Leasure Wright. He retired from E.I. DuPont as a machine operator after 34 years of service. Robert was a veteran of the...
Gladys R. Mcclung Ruddlesden
Nov 26, 2011
Gladys R. McClung Ruddlesden, 67, formerly of Vienna, W.Va. went to be with the Lord on November 26, 2011 at Marietta Care and Rehabilitation. She was born July 11, 1944 in Leachtown, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ernest and Mary McClung. She was a homemaker and member of Vienna Wesleyan Church. She is survived by her husband, Donald Lee...
Doris Walker
Nov 25, 2011
Doris W. Walker, 89, of Parkersburg, W.Va. passed away Friday, November 25, 2011 at the Parkersburg Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 7, 1922 in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late William E. and Clara H. Johnson Wilcox.Doris formerly worked at the American Viscose Company, Public Debt in the cafeteria, and Dils Department store at the Yum Yum...
Michael D.
Nov 25, 2011
Michael D. Poe, 46, of Parkersburg, W.Va. passed away Nov. 25, 2011, at his home. He was born Nov. 28, 1964, in Elkins, W.Va., a son of Tommie F. Poe of Elkins and Clara Dowler Huglin of Parkersburg. Michael was formerly employed with PS Project as a driver. He was very active in the Market Manor Men's Club. He enjoyed...
Carl Eugene
Nov 24, 2011
Carl E. Cox , 52, ofWilliamstown, W.Va. passed away November 24, 2011 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born July 26, 1959 in Parkersburg, W.Va., a son of Sarah Ward Hartshorn of Williamstown, W.Va. and the late Carl Leonard Cox. He was a professional drywaller for several contractors. Carl loved music and playing guitars. Carl was baptized...
Claradell Smith
Nov 22, 2011
Claradell Smith, 88, died November 22, 2011 at Worthington Manor. She was born March 4, 1923 in Wood County, W.Va., the daughter of James E. and Mae Vickers Taylor. She graduated from Parkersburg High School and attended night classes at Mountain State, West Virginia Community and Marietta Colleges. She was employed for 11 years in the offices of the American...
Teagen Connor Cole
Nov 21, 2011
Teagen Connor Cole infant son of David Cole and Shannon Lawson of Parkersburg, WV, passed away November 21, 2011 at the Camden Clark Memorial Hospital. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his paternal grandparents, William and Norma Cole of Parkersburg; maternal grandparents, John and Diana Lawson of Washington, PA; and two uncles, Danny Cole of Parkersburg and...
Philip J. Trippel
Nov 18, 2011
Philip J. Trippel, 68 of Parkersburg passed away at his home on November 18, 2011 after an extended illness.At Phil's request there will be no visitation or services.
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