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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Amber Leigh James
Aug 10, 2021
To my Dearest Amber Leigh James, whose light burned out way to soon on Aug. 10, 2021. I, Jodi McCray, your brother, Jesse (Naomi) James and your father, Rodney (Diana) James have broken hearts and will miss you very much. We are so proud that you graduated from Parkersburg South High School in 2008.You had so much experience working for...
Christina Melissa Benson
Aug 9, 2021
Christina Melissa Benson, 72, of Parkersburg, WV passed away August 9, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. She was born May 20, 1949 in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late William and Alcena Lamb Fruits. Christina retired from St. Joseph Hospital after 43 years of service, where she was a surgical tech.She is a member of Grace Gospel...
Asher William Vincent
Aug 7, 2021
Our precious little Angel Asher William Vincent, beloved son of Sydney Moyers and Austin Vincent.Asher came into this world unexpectedly on August 4, 2021, weighing 2 lbs. 14 oz.He fought hard for 3 days and was taken into the gates of heaven at Ruby Memorial Hospital NICU in Morgantown, WV on August 7, 2021 while in his mother’s loving arms...
Carol G. Ruff
Aug 6, 2021
Carol G. Ruff, 84, of Parkersburg passed away Friday, August 6, 2021 at her residence. She was born November 17, 1936 in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late Raymond and Kathleen Wiggins Riley. She was a graduate of Parkersburg High School and formerly worked at Corning Glass. She was a member of Grace Gospel Church where she was active with...
Sarah Elizabeth Board
Aug 5, 2021
Sarah Elizabeth Parr Board, 96, of Parkersburg, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021 at the Stonerise Nursing Facility surrounded by her family, following an extended illness. She was born October 8, 1924, the daughter of the late Richard Calvin Parr and Teresa Lemley Parr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Sella S. Board;...
Charlotte R. Deem Barrett
Aug 3, 2021
Charlotte R. Deem Barrett went to join her husband, Roy in Heaven on August 3, 2021. She was born in Parkersburg, on July 12, 1930, a daughter of the late Okey and Viola Deem. Charlotte graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1947. She was employed with Valley Savings and Loan Company for 17 years and then with the Wood County...
John Nathan Evans
Aug 3, 2021
John Nathan Evans, 52, of Davisville, WV passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at the Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born October 22, 1968 in Joliet, IL, a son of Sandra Christopher Evans of Davisville and the late Edward D. Evans, Sr. John was a Union Pipefitter for Local Union #787. He enjoyed music, loved his family and was...
Billie Carroll Allman
Aug 1, 2021
Billie C. Bartlett Allman, 90, of Parkersburg, WV died August 1, 2021. She was the 4th daughter of the late Lawrence and Florence Wright Bartlett.She was born October 8, 1930 in Parkersburg. Billie is survived by one sister, Darlena Waldron and one brother, Criss Bartlett. She had worked for the Parkersburg Water Dept. and Holiday Inn in Florida and Parkersburg....
Mary Kathryn Atkinson
Jul 31, 2021
Mary Kathryn Casto Atkinson, 93, of Vienna, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021, at The Wyngate Senior Living Community. She was born October 20, 1927, in Wood County, WV, a daughter of the late O.E. and Hazel Brown Casto. Mary was a longtime member of the Wayside United Methodist Church and a charter member of the Altar Guild. She was...
Gary L. Steele
Jul 30, 2021
Gary L. Steele, 79, of Washington, WV passed away peacefully Friday, July 30, 2021 surrounded by his loving family, after suffering a severe spinal cord injury. He was born October 6, 1941 in St. Mary's, WV, a son of the late Emmett and Gaynell Maston Steele. Gary was a 1959 graduate of St. Mary's High School and an US Air...
Gary L. Ruff
Jul 30, 2021
Gary Lee Ruff, 84, of Parkersburg, passed away on Friday, July 30, 2021 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born July 28, 1937, in Belpre, OH, a son of the late Harry and Pauline Hathaway Ruff. Gary was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired from G.E. Plastics with over 30 years of service. He was an avid Cincinnati Reds...
Silvelva L. Sheets
Jul 29, 2021
Silvelva (Asbury) Sheets passed away July 29, 2021 at Camden Clark Hospital. She is survived by her only child, Paul David Sheets and his wife Lynne Squires.She also leaves behind her step-grandson, Duncan Squires Crowley; sister Shelby Asbury Allen and brother Lee Asbury. In accordance with her wishes there will be no funeral service.She will be buried beside her husband...
Shelia Joanne Archer
Jul 28, 2021
Shelia Joanne Archer, 71, of Elizabeth, WV passed away July 28, 2021 at CAMC Memorial in Charleston, WV. She was born December 5, 1949, a daughter of the late Calvin and Marie Braniff Cooper. Shelia attended Tri County Worship Center. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Lloyd J. Archer;eight children, Jeff Archer (Teresa), Shelia Rogers (Roger), James...
David J. Baker
Jul 28, 2021
David Jay Baker, 63 of Belpre, Ohio passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his residence. He was born November 20, 1957 at Camden Clark Hospital to Floyd W. and Freda (Stewart) Baker. In addition to his parents, he is survived by brothers, Don (Ronna) Baker of Belpre and Daron Baker of Columbus; and sister, Connie (Sam) Hayton of Belpre.Other...
Dean Clark
Jul 27, 2021
Dean Clark, 85, of St. Mary’s, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. He was born August 29, 1935, in Parkersburg, a son of the late James R. Clark and Dorothy Fox Stewart. Dean enjoyed camping with his family, hunting, fishing, working on the farm and serving the Lord. He is survived by his...
Roger D. Woodyard
Jul 26, 2021
Roger D. Woodyard, 70, of Parkersburg, passed away Monday, July 26, 2021, at his residence. He was born March 3, 1951 in Parkersburg, a son of the late Dale and Mary Ann Sheppard Woodyard. Roger was a graduate of Parkersburg High School and served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. He retired after 36 years as a...
Thelma A. Hays
Jul 24, 2021
Thelma A. Hays, 78, passed away July 24, 2021 at The Willows Center in Parkersburg. At Thelma's request there will be no visitation or services. Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home and Crematory Pike St. Parkersburg is honored to serve the Hays family.
Terry "Tj" Ruble
Jul 24, 2021
Terry “TJ” Ruble Jr, lifelong resident of Parkersburg, WV, passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2021 at Camden Clark Medical Center, at the age of 40, surrounded by family. TJ was a devoted father, son, brother, friend and jokester.He enjoyed the outdoors and camping. TJ leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Janet Gibbs and step-father Robert Gibbs Jr. of Washington;...
Cledith W. "Butch" Powell
Jul 22, 2021
Cledith W. “Butch” Powell, 74, of Vienna, WV went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 22, 2021 from his residence. He was born September 26, 1946, in Charleston, WV, a son of the late William G. Powell and Agatha Christine Morgan Honaker. Butch graduated from St. Albans High School in 1964, Alderson Broaddus College in 1969 and...
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