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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Martha Helen Simonton

Martha Helen Simonton

Jan 15, 2023

Martha “Pat” Simonton, 89, of Parkersburg, passed into the hands of the Lord surrounded by family on January 15, 2023. She was born in Parkersburg as the only daughter of the late Robert E. Penn, Sr. and Nora Gorman Penn. She graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1951. She was a legal secretary for Judge Donald F. Black for...

Michael Allen Sands

Michael Allen Sands

Jan 14, 2023

Michael Allen Sands, age 53, of Elkins, died suddenly on January 14, 2023, following an intracranial hemorrhage, after spending an enjoyable afternoon with a friend working on his car. At his side was his longtime companion, Pamela Taylor of Mill Creek, WV. Mike was born on November 5, 1969, in Parkersburg, WV, the beloved third child of Diane Stovall...

Lewis W. Emrick

Lewis W. Emrick

Jan 13, 2023

Lewis W. Emrick, 88, of Juliana Street, Parkersburg, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023. He was born at home on June 12, 1934 in Porterfield, Ohio, and was the son of the late Samuel F. and Lavena Pritchard Emrick. Lewis was a graduate of Belpre High School, class of 1953, Marietta College with a B.A. degree in Economics in...

Terry Goodwin

Terry Goodwin

Jan 12, 2023

Terry Goodwin, 73, of Walker, WV passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023. He was born February 25, 1949 in Parkersburg, a son of the late Clyde and Thelma Satterfield Goodwin. He enjoyed all things nature, especially kayaking, camping, and photography. Terry was also a big WVU football fan. He is survived by his two daughters, Tina Goodwin of Parkersburg and...

Delores A. Farr

Delores A. Farr

Jan 12, 2023

Delores A. Farr, 81, of Parkersburg, WV passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at The Willows. She was born August 1, 1941 in Parkersburg, WV. A daughter of the late Raymond and Alberta Anderson. For 42 years, she spent her career in the medical records department at Eagle Point in Parkersburg, WV. Delores enjoyed reading, crafting, and traveling. She is...

Dennis "Moose" Ray Metz

Dennis "Moose" Ray Metz

Jan 12, 2023

Dennis “Moose” Ray Metz, 74, of Parkersburg, WV passed away January 12, 2023 after a short illness. Dennis was born January 6, 1949 to the late Charles W. Metz and Nellie M. Metz of Parkersburg, WV. He was among the first class to graduate from Parkersburg South High School in 1968. He was an avid storyteller, the bigger the...

Gregory Reed

Gregory Reed

Jan 11, 2023

Gregory B. Reed commonly known as Coach Reed or Mr. Reed around the state of West Virginia collapsed and passed away unexpectedly at Camden Clark Memorial Hospital in Parkersburg, WV on Wednesday, January 11th, 2023, at the age of 57.

Greg is survived by his loving wife Renee, whom he adored, along with a daughter Meagan Reed,...

Jeffery Harris

Jeffery Harris

Jan 11, 2023

Jeffery David Harris, 49, of Parkersburg, WV passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023. He was born August 14, 1973, a son of Annie Porter Edman and the late David Harris. He loved spending his free time carving wood and gardening. Jeff is survived by his loving mother, Annie Edman (Doug) of Parkersburg, WV, and several close friends. In addition to...

Bill Leo Moss

Bill Leo Moss

Jan 9, 2023

Bill Leo Moss, 66, of Coolville, Ohio departed from this life Monday, January 9, 2023 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio with his family and friends by his side. He was born July 13, 1956 in Parkersburg, WV, a son of the late Oscar and Hattie Moss of Pettyville. He was a 1975 graduate of Parkersburg South High School....

Rosemary C Alonzo

Rosemary C Alonzo

Jan 7, 2023

Rosemary Bubring Alonzo, 96 of Parkersburg passed away Saturday January 7, 2023 at her residence with her devoted friend and caregiver Jane Frances Hofbauer by her side. Rosemary was born May 28, 1926 in Shreveport, Louisiana the only child of the late Oren and Mary Lyle Bubring. She was a devoted daughter. She talked of her parents often and missed...

Donna M. Bartlett

Donna M. Bartlett

Jan 7, 2023

Donna Bartlett, 85 of Little Hocking, OH went home to be with the Lord Saturday, January 7, 2023. She was born July 20, 1937 in Parkersburg, WV, a daughter of the late Coy and Lula Sims. Donna was a former employee of GE Plastics where she worked in purchasing. She enjoyed puzzles, loved to sing, and was in the church...

Anne Elizabeth Uhl

Anne Elizabeth Uhl

Jan 5, 2023

Anne Elizabeth Rea Uhl, 66, of Williamstown passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023, at her residence. She was born March 9, 1956, at St Joseph, Parkersburg, WV, a daughter of Elizabeth Betty Joan Mcfadden Rea of Williamstown and the late Walter Rea. Anne graduated from Williamstown High School and attended Mountain State Business College. She was a homemaker who...

Doris Mae Winland

Doris Mae Winland

Jan 5, 2023

Doris Mae Knight Winland, 72 of Vienna, WV passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at her residence. She was born March 11, 1950 in Spencer, WV, a daughter of the late Smith C. and Norma M. Kee Knight. Doris was a former employee of Erie Insurance where she worked in the clerical department. She was a member of the St....

Brenda Kay Ashworth

Brenda Kay Ashworth

Jan 4, 2023

Brenda K. Ashworth, age 59, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023 in Belmont WV.

John David Walk

John David Walk

Jan 3, 2023

John David “Dave” Walk, 67, of Vienna, passed away surrounded by his family, Tuesday January 3, 2023 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born April 8, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late John Walk & Willia Jean Valentine. Dave was a Millwright at Corning Glass and was a music and guitar enthusiast. He loved airplanes, helicopters, boating and...

Floretta Rebecca Long

Floretta Rebecca Long

Jan 2, 2023

Floretta “Granny” Long, 80, of Washington, WV passed away Monday, January 2, 2023 at Ohio Valley Health Care. She was born January 29, 1942 in Olive Hill, Kentucky. A daughter of the late Clyde Flannery and Eva Collins Flannery. Floretta was a graduate of Parkersburg High School, and she was a homemaker. She loved being with her family, especially her...

Helen Arleen Lambert

Helen Arleen Lambert

Jan 1, 2023

Helen A. Nichols Lambert, 86, of Williamstown, passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at the Belpre Landing Skilled Nursing and Rehab. She was born July 26, 1936, in Harrisville, WV, a daughter of the late Harold and Nellie Mae Snodgrass Goff. Helen was a 1954 graduate of Harrisville High School. She enjoyed reading, card games and jigsaw puzzles. Helen...

Herman C. "Buddy" Porter

Herman C. "Buddy" Porter

Dec 31, 2022

Herman Chester Porter, 74, of Huntington, WV went to be with the Lord Saturday, December 31, 2022 in Huntington, WV. He was born March 26, 1948 in Parkersburg. A son of the late Herman and Nora Bennett Porter. Herman enjoyed playing dominos, checkers, and bingo. He is survived by two sisters, Annie J. Edman (Doug), Debra Richards; one brother,...

Elsie Louise Mcmurray

Elsie Louise Mcmurray

Dec 30, 2022

Elsie Louise Hardman McMurray, 91, of Mentor, OH via Parkersburg, WV, departed this life on Friday, December 30, 2022. She was born September 27, 1931 up Chestnut Lick in Lockney, WV. Daughter of the late Walker Hardman and Dorothy Putman Hardman. Elsie attended Normantown High School and graduated in 1949. She worked and retired from Bureau of Public Dept. in...

Rodney J. Cantwell

Rodney J. Cantwell

Dec 28, 2022

Rodney J. (Jeff) Cantwell, 72, of Parkersburg, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2022 at Ohio Valley Health Care surrounded by his loving family. He was born to the late John Rodney Cantwell and the late Clara Mae Stephens Cantwell on August 4, 1950 in Parkersburg. He was a devoted husband of 48 years to his wife, Rozanne; a loving...

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