All Obituaries

  Claude Allen May, 97, of Whitman, WV, departed this life on Sunday, November 21, 2021, from Logan Regional Medical Center at Logan, WV. Born August 14, 1924, at Boone County, WV, he was the beloved son of the late Willard and Ethel Ferguson May. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sylvia Lois May; one daughter, Sandra L. May; and three sons, Dallas G. May, Ricky A. May, and Jimmy L. Lovejoy. Claude was a devoted worker and was very proud of his...

  Jessee “Russell” Toler, 72, of Landville, WV, departed this life on Saturday, November 20, 2021, from Wyoming Nursing & Rehab in New Richmond, WV. He was born May 8, 1949, at Christian, WV. He was preceded in death by all his parents, two brothers, and his special great aunt and uncle, Mary and Crit Stamper, who raised him. Russell was a 1967 graduate of Man High School and attended Marshall University. He loved his community, his animals, and helping anyone who...

  Frances Seay, 68, was welcomed Home by our Lord and Savior on November 19, 2021. Born on April 10, 1953, in Logan, WV, Frances was the daughter of the late Clyde Bryant and Margie (Pendleton) Bryant of Chapmanville, WV.  Frances was a graduate of Chapmanville High School and spent her life showing unconditional love to all those blessed to know her. She loved to spend time with her family and friends and enjoyed camping and boat riding. Frances is survived and will be...

  Jessie Carl “Jester” Elliott, Jr., 47, of Logan, WV, departed this life on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, from Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, KY. Born June 16, 1974, at Chicago, IL, he was the son of Betty Dillon and the late Jessie Carl Elliott, Sr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his club brothers, Jim “Sandman” Moore, Chris “Wanderer” Heston, Neil Adkins, and Elmer Bishop, who was like a father to him. Jessie was...

  Debra Lynn Oliver Maynard, 60, of Logan, WV, departed this life on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, from Logan Regional Medical Center at Logan, WV. Born September 6, 1961, at Logan, WV, she was the beloved daughter of the late Francis Marion Oliver, Jr., and Eva Jo Hooker Oliver. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Ronnie Oliver. Debbie, as she was affectionately known, loved to travel. She loved going on road trips and spending time with her girls....

  Thomas Lee “Tommy” Kirk, 64, of Chapmanville, WV, departed this life on Monday, November 15, 2021, from his residence. Born November 9, 1957, at Ethel, WV, he was the son of Ernestine Cook and the late Clyde Kirk. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one brother, Ronald Kirk. Tommy made his living as a coal miner, and he was employed at Mountain Laurel in Sharples, WV. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved everyone. Tommy was a devoted son, father,...

  Juanita Hunter Casto, 51, of Williamson, WV, formerly of Martin County, KY, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at her home, after a long illness. She was born December 15, 1969, at Sidney, OH, to Roy Edward Hunter of Lafollette, TN, and the late Geneva “Junebug” Francis Hunter. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by one sister, Ava Hunter. Juanita is survived by her father, Roy (Gail) Hunter of Lafollette, TN; two daughters, Jessica Casto...

  Patricia Louise Watson, 75, of Logan, WV, departed this life on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, from her residence. Born June 8, 1946, at West Chester, PA, she was the daughter of the late Walter Harding Watson and Camilla Robinson Watson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Geoffrey Brian Watson; and one nephew, Hartford Harding Watson. Patricia was a school teacher who taught for 38 years with Logan County Schools. She was a 1964 graduate of Logan...

  Effie Vance Mills, 83, of Largo, FL, formerly of Harts, WV, departed this life on Friday, November 5, 2021, from her residence. Born April 1, 1938, at Harts, WV, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Velva Vance. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one son, Richard Timothy Dingess; grandchildren, Benjamin Lucas, Angel Lucas, Quinten Lucas; siblings, Rev. Ward Vance, Lawson Vance, Cleve Vance, Lloyd Vance, Bonnie Workman, Virginia Workman, Dolly...

  Frederick “Dickie” Dingess, 74, of Chapmanville, West Virginia, was born in Shively on February 16, 1947. He gained his wings on November 4, 2021.  Dickie was a College Graduate at Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College. He was also a Vietnam Veteran having served 1 year, and he also served in the Air Force for 4 years. He was a coal miner for 30 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henderson Dingess and Mabel Stollings; one...