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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Charles Monroe Wright
Dec 9, 2021
Charles M. Wright, 88, of Belleville, WV passed away December 9, 2021 at his home. He was born September 22, 1933 in Murraysville, WV, a son of the late Charles Albert and Vada Ocille Flinn Wright. Charles worked and retired as a carrier for USPS.He was a member of the Pond Creek Volunteer Fire Department since 1973, a member of...
Jessica James Rector
Dec 9, 2021
Jessica James Rector, 41, of Parkersburg, WV, went to be with the Lord on December 9, 2021. She was born in Parkersburg , WV, adaughter of the late James W. Rector (Jim) and the late Flora M. Swiger (Cis), both of whom she missed dearly. Jess’s children were her world and she loved being a mom. She loved camping and...
Jerry Lee Skidmore
Dec 6, 2021
Jerry Lee Skidmore, 64, of Parkersburg, WV passed away of natural causes on December 6, 2021 at his residence. Jerry was born February 22, 1957 in Parkersburg, WV, the third son of the late Herbert Harlan and Roberta Hayes Skidmore. He attended Wood County schools and graduated in 1976 from Parkersburg South High School, where he played varsity football and...
Virginia Catherine Oxley
Dec 5, 2021
Virginia C. Oxley, 95, of Parkersburg, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at Genesis Healthcare, Glenville Center, Glenville, WV. She was born March 7, 1926 in Pigeon, WV to the late Toltie and Orva Naylor. She was a graduate of Clay County High School, Clay, WV.After graduation, she worked at the movie...
Lewis A. Pifer
Dec 4, 2021
Lewis A. Pifer, 80, of Vienna, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born August 14, 1941, in Ritchie County, WV, a son of the late Floyd W. and Dorothy M. Hendrickson Pifer. Lewis was employed with Imperial Glass, was a member of Westminister Presbyterian Church of Vienna where he served as an...
Patricia Ellen Simmons
Dec 2, 2021
Patricia “Patty” Ellen Simmons, 59, of Parkersburg passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 at her residence. She was born January 1, 1962 in Parkersburg a daughter of Evelyn Host Simmons of Parkersburg and the late Harlon Simmons. She was a loving and caring person, enjoyed being with her family, spending time in the outdoors and was always giving and helping...
Geraldine "Gerry" Biles
Dec 1, 2021
Geraldine “Gerry” Biles, 89, of Vienna, WV, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at her daughter’s residence. She was born August 30, 1932, in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late Walter and Flora (Reed) Hitchcock. Gerry was a homemaker and a lifelong member of the 19th Street Church of God. She loved spending time with her family and enjoyed her...
Chalmer L. Monroe
Dec 1, 2021
Chalmer L. Monroe, 84, of Vienna, passed away on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born May 10, 1937, in Vienna, a son of the late Chalmer Lowe and Beulah H. McFadden Monroe. Chalmer was an U.S. Navy Veteran and was employed with the City of Vienna. He was a member of Wayside United Methodist...
W. David Ware
Nov 30, 2021
W. David Ware, 74, of Parkersburg went to be with the Lord November 30, 2021 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born August 2, 1947 in Parkersburg, a son of the late Warren Howard and Betty Lucille Hopkins Ware. David was a U.S. Air Force veteran and was owner/operator of Red Hill Radiator in Parkersburg. He attended Walker United...
Dennis W. Cox
Nov 28, 2021
Dennis W. Cox, 73, of Vienna, WV passed away peacefully Sunday, November 28, 2021. He was born July 17, 1948, in Lubbock, TX, a son of the late Robert D. and Erma G. Ledbetter Cox. Dennis was the Dean of Students and an administrator for Ohio Valley University where he was employed for 45 years. He started the men’s golf...
Jeanie "Nana" Dent
Nov 27, 2021
Jeanie “Nana” Dent, 74, of Parkersburg, WV passed away November 27, 2021 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born June 28, 1947 in Cabell County, WV, a daughter of the late Jenning Adkins and Betty Whitt Adkins. Jeanie worked for Verizon as a long distance operator for 34 years.She loved the beach and spending time with her family, especially her...
Michael Joe Moyers
Nov 27, 2021
Michael Joe Moyers, 41, of Parkersburg, WV passed away at Marietta Memorial Hospital on November 27, 2021 after a short illness. He was born on October 21, 1980 in Parkersburg, WV, a son of Russell Lee Moyers, Sr. and Joetta Phillips Moyers. Michael was a caring devoted father and loved his girls more than anything.He was funny and always a...
Roger D. Modesitt
Nov 26, 2021
Roger D. Modesitt, 74, of Parkersburg passed away unexpectedly November 26, 2021 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born September 25, 1947 in Parkersburg, a son of the late Carl Raymond and Ruby C. Vincent Modesitt. He was retired from O’Ames as a custodian after 30 years of service. Roger was an avid fan of Mountaineer athletics and Cincinnati...
Benjamin James "Ben" Boone
Nov 25, 2021
Benjamin James “Ben” Boone, 34, of Parkersburg, passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2021. He was born April 16, 1987, in Parkersburg, a son of James A. and Jody Sharps Boone. Ben was a 2005 graduate of Parkersburg High School and worked for his good friend, Scotty Berry of Scotty Scapes in Charleston as a landscaper. He loved being in...
Thelma Louise Fluharty
Nov 24, 2021
Thelma Louise Fluharty, 90, of Walker, WV went to be with the Lord November 24, 2021 at Camden Clark Medical Center. She was born September 21, 1931 in Wirt County, WV, a daughter of Ray I. Weaver and June M. Smith Weaver. Thelma was a homemaker and loved to sing in church. She is survived by daughter, Karen D. Richards;...
Sidney F. Wetherall
Nov 24, 2021
Sidney F. Wetherall, 78, life-long native of Parkersburg, WV was well-loved by all, with a story to share and always the life of the party. He moved to South Florida in the early 1970's and worked as an operating engineer for Florida Power & Light until he retired in 1998.After battling leukemia for over 20 years, Sidney returned to his...
Emma Lee "Emmie" Vincent
Nov 22, 2021
Emma Lee “Emmie” Vincent, 84 of Waverly, WV, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021, at WVU Camden Clark Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was born November 8, 1937 in Vincent, Ohio a daughter of the late, William “Pappy” and Opal Yocum. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Ron Yocum of Parkersburg, WV;...
James "Jim" Preston Hardway
Nov 21, 2021
James “Jim” Preston Hardway, 63, of Parkersburg passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at WVU Medicine Camden Clark from complications due to Covid. He was born on February 14, 1958 to the late Delta Katherine Hardway (née White) and Brooks Hardway. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, Coleman K. Hardway and Carmel...
Barry Timmons Brown
Nov 20, 2021
On Saturday, November 20th Barry T. Brown Jr., 61 of Belpre, Ohio, was placed in his beloved Lord & Saviors arms.Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest.” Barry was the first born son to Helen and Barry T. Brown Sr., on July 18, 1960.He is greeted at Heavens gate by...
Juda B. Dean
Nov 18, 2021
Juda B. Dean, 82, of Parkersburg passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at the Cedar Grove Assisting Living Facility surrounded by her loving husband, Howard C. Dean Sr., and family. Juda was born March 24, 1939 in Huntington, WV. She spent most of her life as a resident of Parkersburg, WV, where she and her husband raised their...
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