Obituaries

Dec 3, 2023

Rebecca "Becky" Jean Acree, 67, of Belpre, departed peacefully into eternal rest with her two daughters and dear friend by her side, on Sunday, December 3rd, 2023 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was born September 6th, 1956 in Parkersburg, West Virginia. She was a 1974 graduate of Belpre High School. She retired from Bureau of Public Debt...

Dec 1, 2023

David Earl Halbert, 80, of Parkersburg passed away Friday, December 1, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 7, 1943 in Reedy, WV, Roane County, a son of the late Robert Earl and Geraldine Pickrell Halbert. David was retired from E.I. DuPont after many years of service. He along with his wife Joan were previously owner/operator of multiple service...

Dec 1, 2023

Christy Lynn Pippin, 43, of Vienna, a victim of domestic violence, passed away December 1, 2023 at her residence. She was born February 29, 1980 in Parkersburg, a daughter of Peggy Sue Pippin, of Ocean Isle Beach, NC. and the late Roger Dell Nutter.

She graduated in 1998 from Parkersburg South High School and received her Associates...

Dec 1, 2023

Thomas John Platt, 45, of Parkersburg, WV, was taken from us on Friday, December 1, 2023. Tommy was an employee of Eramet in Marietta, OH and loved all things nature. He enjoyed hiking, fishing, and above all spending time with his children. Tommy is survived by one daughter, Kizzy Platt of Parkersburg, WV and a son, Aaiden Platt of...

Nov 30, 2023

Leonora Kimberg “Kim” Hornbeck, 84, of Belpre, OH, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023 at her residence. She is the daughter of the late Louis Kimberg and Flora Simons Shatailo. She was the owner of Hornbecks Bait & Tackle in Belpre, and had prior worked clerical at RCAF and Canada Air in Montreal, and three Army Forts in the...

Nov 29, 2023

James Larry “Jim” Dickel, 81, of Parkersburg, passed away November 29, 2023 surrounded by his loved ones. He is the son of the late Edward Lowell and Carrie Leona Ogden Dickle.

He was a 1960 graduate from Parkersburg High School where he was a gymnast, retired after 40 years with the Iron Workers Local #787 of Parkersburg,...

Nov 28, 2023

Marla M. Dunlap, 83, of Vienna, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at WVU- Camden Clark campus in Parkersburg. She was born May 21, 1940, a daughter of the late James O. and Mary Enoch Dunlap. She was a 1958 graduate of Marietta High School. Marla was a beautiful, caring and loving person. She loved children and animals....

Nov 27, 2023

Barbara L. Wigal, 69, of Vienna went to be with her Lord while her husband, Don Wigal, of 50 years was by her side. She was born to the late Arthur L. and Marjorie Beall Varner.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her three children, Eric Wigal (Helen), Stephanie Stephens, Elizabeth Wilson (Daniel); grandchildren,...

Nov 24, 2023

James Dale (Jim) Carder, 73, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away on November 24, 2023, in Belpre, Ohio. The oldest of five, Jim was born on March 16, 1950, in Charleston, Arkansas (his family lived in Barling). A proud Vietnam veteran, he served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1988, retiring as a Staff Sergeant. He was a dedicated...

Nov 24, 2023

Mark Edward Carpenter, 55, of Williamstown, WV, passed away peacefully from an extended illness. He was born November 2, 1968, in Parkersburg, a son of the late Charles E. Carpenter and Stephanie G. Slaton Carpenter Black. Mark enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his sister, Lisa R. Green (Gary); brother, Scott E. Carpenter (Julie); niece, Kelsey Carpenter; nephews,...

Nov 23, 2023

Toby Dwayne Venham, 63, of Marietta, OH passed away at Marietta Memorial Hospital Thursday, November 23, 2023. He was born, June 21, 1960 in Marietta to Helen Dowler Venham and the late Terry Venham. He was a graduate of Warren High School and was baptized in the Church of Christ. Toby enjoyed old tv programs, old country music, and wrestling....

Nov 21, 2023

Robert Carl Deem, 79, of Parkersburg, WV passed away at his home on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. He was born on June 8, 1944 to the late Carl P. Deem and Alice Anderson Deem Flinn in Parkersburg, WV. Bob “aka Gunner” was an avid race car fan having traveled to many races with his wife, Pam over the years. He...

Nov 21, 2023

Judy Lynn Miracle, 65, of Mineral Wells, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at WVU Medicine Camden-Clark Campus. She was born July 3, 1958, a daughter of the late Reese and Marjorie Davis Moat. Judy was a manager for Fruth Pharmacy. She was baptized at the Camden Ave. Church of Christ on June 17, 1991. She was a humble servant...

Nov 20, 2023

James L. Piggott, 78, went to be with the Lord and be joined again with his wife, Shirlene Piggott, Monday, November 20, 2023 from his residence. He was born August, 19, 1945, in Wood County, a son of the late Everett E. and Janie M. (Cale) Piggott. James served honorably in the U. S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He...

Nov 18, 2023

Larry L. Pierce, 78, of Parkersburg, WV went to be with the Lord Saturday, November, 18, 2023 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born June 24, 1945 in Parkersburg to the late Joseph and Mabel Springston Pierce. He is survived by his brother, David R. Pierce; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a daughter, Missy. In addition to his parents,...

Nov 17, 2023

David “Dave” Milhoan, 61, of Canal Winchester Ohio, formerly of Belpre, passed away November 17, 2023 at the Belpre Landing Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born January 17, 1962 in Parkersburg WV a son of the late Patrick and Margie Harris Milhoan. Dave graduated from Belpre High School with the class of 1980 and went on to receive his...

Nov 12, 2023

Christina B. Taylor of Mineral Wells, WV passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at the Marietta Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Port Homer, OH, a daughter of the late Johnny and Helen Ruth Kibble. Christina had previously worked for the American Viscose Company (FMC Corporation) and for the Wood County Schools System. She was a member...

Nov 12, 2023

David R. Griffin, 67, of Parkersburg, passed away at Camden Clark Medical Center on Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was born June 28, 1956 to Rosemary Griffin Hopkins and the late Lyman W. Griffin.

He enjoyed golfing, horseback riding with Carla, working outdoors, beach vacations, sitting on the patio drinking his coffee enjoying the morning sunrise, hiking,...

Nov 9, 2023

Lora Jean Myers Jeffrey, 88, of Vienna, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Sistersville General Hospital. She was born October 11, 1935, in Vienna, a daughter of the late James R. and Julia E. Headley Myers. Jean worked as a long-term employee at Ponderosa Steakhouse. She was an avid bowler, participating in many leagues. Jean was an active...

Nov 8, 2023

Patty Lou Nutter, 85, of Elizabeth, gained her angel wings in the early morning hours of November 8, 2023. She was born October 2, 1938 a daughter of the late Ritchie Doyle Law and Orma Morgan Law Allender. Patty was a homemaker and a member of the Beulah Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth. She enjoyed crocheting, reading and word search....