REBA BARNES
Reba Anne Barnes, age 76, of Hurricane, was called home to be with the Lord, on Tuesday, May 7”, 2024. She passed away peacefully in her home following a long illness.
She was preceded in death by her late husband Paul Barnes, her parents Albert “Buck” Qualls and Charlotte Estes Qualls, brothers Lee Qualls and Charles Qualls. She is survived by her two daughters, Rebecca “Becky” Barnes and Penny Barnes Anderson, granddaughter, Allison Perkins; sister Carol Jean (Olan)Toppings, brother Clinton (Anna Lorene) Qualls; sister­ in-law (Anna) Qualls along with many nieces and nephews.
Reba was born on February 17, 1948, she entered this world with congenital limb disease, that affected both her legs, it never held her back from living and enjoying her life. Unable to walk, it wasn’t till age 9 before she walked for the first time, thanks to the Shriners Children’s Hospital in Lexington, KY. Later in her life when asked how she raised two children (double amputee) she’d reply “with the Lord’s help, his grace and mercy made it possible”. Reba was a devoted Christian and a member of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church.
Funeral service was Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home with Terry Call officiating. Burial was in Mt. Vernon Cemetery.

DALE WAYNE BRISCOE
Dale Wayne Briscoe passed away with family by his side on May 11, 2024, in his hometown of Scott Depot where he lived his entire life.
He was born July 30, 1953, to Glenn and Phyllis (Wick) Briscoe in South Charleston.
Dale graduated from Winfield High School in 1971 and dedicated over 35 years to Union Carbide as a valued millwright before retiring.
In 2009, Dale retired and could often be found on the golf course when he wasn’t spending time with his family. Dale’s grandchildren were the center of his life. He loved to cook for them, help them with their hobbies and never missed a sporting event. In addition to his passion for golf, Dale loved to ride motorcycles when he was younger, loved a good western and listening to Elvis Presley.
Dale will be remembered as a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. His family was the cornerstone of his life. He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with his children Marie Castro (James) of Midland, TX and Lisa Briscoe of Winfield, five grandchildren: Barkley, Braxton, Noah, Carson, and Rowan; siblings: Debbie Lacy (Rick) of St. Albans, Randy Briscoe (Debbie) of Winfield, Terri Parsons and Robin Brown both of Hurricane. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the coming weeks.