LORVADA ‘SISSY’ ANDERSON
Lorvada G. “Sissy” Anderson, 87, of Winfield, departed this life on the 5th day of November, 2024, at English Meadows/Lavender Hills, Scott Depot, after a lengthy battle with dementia.
Sissy was born on July 21, 1937, at Liberty, the oldest daughter of James Hansford “Hank” Boggess and Gae Casto Boggess. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nolan Anderson, her brothers, Ray Sayre, Lee Roy Boggess, Dencil Boggess, and her sister, Anna Null.
She was a 1955 graduate of Poca High School. She was formerly employed by R. V. Allen, DDS, John A. Stewart, M.D., and Thomas Griffith, O.D.
Sissy married the love of her life, Nolan Anderson, on December 21, 1957, and they remained in Putnam County their entire married life, where they raised their two daughters.
She began her personal relationship with Jesus Christ at Hometown Church of God Mission in March, 1970, where she later served as choir director and in the Ladies Aid. She was also a member of Bancroft Church of God Mission, singing in the choir and a member of Faithful Friends. For many years, she sang with various gospel groups in the area as well.
She is survived by her daughters, Beth Dotson (Greg) of Winfield, and Jill Fisher (Rick) of Red House. She is also survived by four beloved grandchildren, Sarah Beth Kay (Nick) of Winfield; Mikayla Wood (Seth) of Princeton; Mackenzie Dotson of Winfield; and Dakota “Cody” Fisher of Red House. She is also survived by four great grandchildren, Nolan Kay, Noah Kay, Aubree Kay, and Baby Wood expected in early 2025. Also surviving are her sisters, Sue (Bill) Buck of Columbus, OH, Diane Clendenin of Hometown, and her brother, Glenn (Melissa) Boggess of Hometown, as well as a whole host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Funeral service was Saturday, November 9th, 2024 at Raynes Funeral Home, Eleanor, with Pastor Paul Boggess and Pastor James Legg officiating. Burial was in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House.

DONALD EDWARD COCHRAN
Donald “Donzie” Edward Cochran, 86, of Fraziers Bottom, passed away Sunday November 3, 2024.
Donzie was a loving soul who looked at everyone as if they were family. He was a faithful believer in God and enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music in his free time as well as working on puzzles, clogging, and mowing grass. He will be deeply missed by all those that knew him.
He is survived by his loving “family”; Jackie Alford, Bobbie Alford, Jessica Young (Gregory), Jennifer Stanley (Shawn) and children, Wayne Slater (Elana), Adam Slater, Heather Guerrero and children.
There will be no services per his request.

ROGER HICKS
Roger Allen Hicks skidded across the finish line of life on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Lafayette, Louisiana. In true Roger fashion, he chose to go at the most inopportune time for everyone else. He liked things his way like that. While he may have come across the finish line tattered, battered, and bruised, he had the race of a lifetime.
Roger was a dog lover. He was not a cat enthusiast unless it was one of his grandcats. He was an avid deer hunter with a whopping 1 success story unless you include the countless days spent enjoying being surrounded by the woods. He loved to camp and shared a love of his favorite destination, Canaan Valley, WV, with his entire family.
Roger loved all things remote control, from a television or a good chair to his beloved RC cars, planes, and helicopters. He enjoyed a good car show or an RC show. Despite being a tool enthusiast, he did not like to use them much as tools should never be dirty. Those closest to him dubbed him Mr. Clean. If you were around when a cleaning fit struck, you might find yourself vacuuming under the refrigerator. He was a perfectionist who could tell you how to fix anything, though it might take about 6 months to complete. He would also gladly point out whatever he would have done differently if you fixed something yourself.
Roger was also a great collector. He collected storage totes because everything had to have its place. He collected jersey gloves, reading glasses, and hair brushes so that he was always prepared to get things done and look good doing it. Most importantly, he collected friends everywhere he went from Burdette Camping Center to WV Hobbies & Crafts to Townsend Specialties to Mi Pueblito and everywhere he ever worked.
Roger was a proud Air Force Veteran. He was a Minute Man Missile mechanic, leading an award-winning Strategic Air Command team. Roger was stationed at Grand Forks Air Force Base in Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, Illinois.
Most of all, Roger loved his family. Roger is preceded in death by his loving father Junior Lemon (JL) Hicks, the best in-laws a guy could ask for, Everett and Bernice Bird, and his faithful four-legged companions Angel, Prissy, Bailey, Britney, and Shelby.
Roger is survived by his loving wife Kathy who after 52 years of marriage deserves a medal; his mother Janet Hicks who prayed him through all the hard times; his amazing daughters Jennifer Danner, Crissy Seanze, and his favorite daughter Zoee; and his dedicated sons (in-law) David Danner and Billy Seanze. Roger fiercely loved battling, teasing, and supporting his grandchildren Jason “J Man” (Brooke) Craddock, Faith “Poopie” Craddock, Olivia “Tiny O” Danner, Ella “Ellie May” Danner, Lexi “Lexi Pro” Miller, and his new great-grandchildren Camryn Duncan and Deegan Craddock. Roger also leaves behind his brothers Howard (Debbie) and Gary (Vicki) along with his sister-in-law Sandy (Garry) Handley and brother-in-law Tim (Lynnda) Bird and many cherished nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Roger were Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home. Burial was Sunday, November 10, 2024 in Forest Memorial Park Mausoleum in Milton.

Dixie Lou Hodges
Dixie Lou (Ball) Hodges, 88, died peacefully at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House on November 7, 2024. Her faith in a living, loving Savior was evident and strong. Heaven has gained a beautiful pianist and an even more beautiful alto voice into the heavenly choir.
Dixie was preceded in death by her husband, Jerrel Hodges; her father and mother: Bracie and Josephine Ball; and daughter-in-law, Cindy Hodges.
She was a life-long West Virginian, born on a farm in Milton and a 1954 graduate of Milton High School. After marrying the man of her dreams, she lived the remainder of her life in Putnam County. For more than 50 years you could find her serving Adda Baptist Church with her musical talents, as well as many other churches in the area. Friends always welcomed her delicious pies at any potluck and her grandchildren looked forward to her chocolate cake for every special occasion.
She will be sorely missed by her sons: Jerry Hodges and Michael “Dobie” (Mary-Lynn) Hodges; her grandchildren: Jeremy (Sarah) Hodges, Jarrod (Mindy) Hodges, Isaac Hodges and Ellie (John) Davis. Perhaps her greatest loves were her great-grandchildren: Caleb Hodges, Kylee Hodges, Zach Hodges, Allison Hodges, Brayden Hodges, and Isla Davis. Her sisters: Shirley Davidson (Newport, TN) and Peggy Dailey (Milton); as well as a host of other family members and friends will miss her dearly.
Funeral service for Dixie was Sunday, November 10, at Chapman Funeral Home with Pastor Scott Bandy officiating. Burial was in Lower Hodges Cemetery, Winfield.

Judy Irene May
On Sunday, November 10th, 2024, at 7:28 pm, Judy Irene May entered her Heavenly Home. She was a beloved wife, mother, memaw, sister, aunt and friend to so many and was loved by all who knew her. She served in ministry alongside the love of her life, Leonard May as Pastors of New Vision Church of God in Eleanor, West Virginia for 28 years. She also served as youth leader at Hurricane Church of God.
Even before pastoring, Judy used her many talents to minister to countless children and teens in her community. She loved her family very much and treasured all the special moments shared with her brothers and sisters. Judy loved life, giving her very best in everything she did for her church and family. She was a fighter to the extreme with a heart of gold. Even in the toughest of times, she stood strong, loving Jesus with a smile on her face. You knew she really loved you when she would laugh and pick on you. It was her special way. Judy’s beautiful smile and sweet laugh were contagious, brought such joy to everyone around her and will be missed greatly.
Born June 30, 1955, in Branchland, she was the daughter of the late Victory Withrow Ray and Virginia Lea Adkins Ray. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, James Ray and Carl Ray; sisters, Ella Abshire and Mary Ray and Tammy Lynn Rucker.
Survivors include her loving husband of 50 years, Leonard May Jr.; son, Michael (Lisa) May of Princeton; Michele May of Red House; sisters, Betty (Michael) Tabor of West Hamlin and Kathy (Rod) Curry of Hamlin; brother, Ricky (Arleen) Ray of Branchland; 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Judy is also survived by her very close nephew, Chris May along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Funeral service was Thursday, November 14, 2024 at Raynes Funeral Home, Eleanor, with Rev. Franklin Adkins officiating. Burial was in Forest Memorial Park, Milton.

Sharon ‘Bobbie’ Oxley
Sharon “Bobbie” Groff Oxley went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. She passed at her home surrounded by her family and friends. Bobbie was retired from the U. S. Postal Service and a 1964 graduate of Hurricane High School. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Oxley, daughter, Mary Darlene Dye, parents, Clayton and Audra Groff, and brothers, David Groff and Richard Groff.
She is survived by granddaughter, Rikki (Travis) Ashley, grandson, Christopher Schupska, sister, Judith Romano, brothers Daniel Groff and Keith Groff, stepson, Eric (Jessica) Oxley, step grandsons, Hayden, Ethan, Lincoln Oxley, and great grandchildren, Bentley, Jackson and Luke, special niece, Kylie Groff and a host of family and friends
Funeral service was Friday, November 8, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home. Burial was in Valley View Memorial Park.

Cathy Scarberry
Cathy Jo Scarberry, of Hometown, passed away on November 3, 2024 at Hospice House West in South Charleston.
She was a graduate of St Albans High, and was adored by her family, including son, Danny Lee “DL” Dailey; granddaughter, Megan Tolbert; brother, Kenneth Michael Taylor (Brenda); sister, Susan Wright; great grand daughters, Isabella, Adalyn, and Cora. Preceded in death by parents, Kenneth and Jo Ann Taylor; daughter, Melisha Dailey Jividen; brother, Bruce Taylor.
Celebration of life will be at Marlaing Gospel Tabernacle in St. Albans on November 16, 2024 at 2 p.m.
She chose to donate to Marshall, WV Gift Registry, completing her legacy of kindness and generosity.