FRIEDA BLANKENSHIP
Frieda A. Blankenship, 75, of Milton, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Charleston Area Medical Center surrounded by family after a short illness.
Today we remember a beautiful soul, Frieda, who left this world on her Birthday- a day that will forever hold both sorrow and gratitude. She was a light to everyone she met, always friendly, welcoming, and quick to make others feel at home. As a Nana, she was nothing short of amazing, pouring endless love and joy into her grandchildren’s lives and cherishing every moment with them. She found happiness in the simple things, especially tending to her garden and decorating for every holiday with excitement and care. Her loyal dog, Dusty, adored her more than anything and was always by her side. Though our hearts are broken, her warmth, her spirit, and her love will continue to bloom in all of us, just like the flowers she so lovingly grew.
Frieda was born on October 22, 1950, a daughter of the late Jimmie and Ruby (Payne) England. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband, Tommy A. Blankenship Sr.; sisters, Sharon England Dotson and Brenda England Daughtery; one brother, Burb England and special nephew Ronnie England. She is survived by her son, Tommy A. Blankenship Jr. of Bastian, VA; daughter Felicia (Duane) Talley of Hurricane. Grandchildren: Thomas (Brooke), Hannah, Brady, Lindsay, Lucas, Justin (Brianna), and Lauren (Timmy). Great grandchildren: Noah, Arely, Evelynn and Blakely. She is also survived by her siblings Teddy (Donna) England, Barbara Estep, Christine Lester, Tex (Pam) England, Sherry (Jeff) Brown and many special nieces, nephews and in-laws.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 1 to 2 pm at Hanover Missionary Baptist Church in Hanover, WV and service at 2 PM with Teddy Morgan and Gary Justice officiating.

MARY CATHERINE FISHER
Mary Catherine Fisher, age 81, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025. She was born on January 19, 1944, to the late Roncie and Goldie Yoder of Hurricane.
She is survived by her son, Vincent Jordan and his wife Tammy; Granddaughter, Kristen Jordan Ross, great-grandchildren: Ariana, Elijah, and Thor Ross.
She was preceded in death by her husband Lexton W. Fisher and siblings Madeline Tincher, Mary Lotts, Joyce Rosas, Louise Rumbaugh, Leon Yoder and Paul Yoder.
She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Sun City Center, Florida.

KENNETH LEE HERDMAN, JR.
Kenneth Lee “Kenny” Herdman, Jr., 57, of Culloden, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Hubbard Hospice House surrounded by his loving family.
Kenny was a proud Army Veteran who deeply loved God and his country. He was a member of Laborers Local #1353 and a former employee of Hazlett Construction and Putnam County Schools. A hardworking man with a servant’s heart, Kenny found his greatest joy in the simple things — time spent outdoors hunting and making memories with the family he so dearly cherished.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Melinda; maternal grandparents, William Averill and Lydia Mildred Randolph; paternal grandparents, Bricel Woodrow and Alpha Herdman; mother-in-law, Dottie L. Tucker; and father-in-law, Thomas Crago.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Trina Herdman; parents, Kenneth and Della Herdman; four children, Derek A. Herdman, Stephanie N. Herdman, Amanda G. (Josh) Herdman, and Cheslea (Jeremiah) Brown; and three brothers, Kevin J. (Kevin) Herdman, Robert A. (Carie) Herdman, and Brady G. (Danyel) Herdman.
Kenny was “Papa Kenny” to ten beloved grandchildren — Carter, Kaeden, Embrie, Killian, Zoe, Gracelynn, Lillianna, Calilayna, Eva, and Rylan — who were the light of his life. He is also survived by his extended Crago family and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss him deeply.
A tribute to the life of Kenneth L. Herdman, Jr. will be held at 12:00 PM, Friday, October 31, 2025, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Jay Phillips officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

MICHAEL AVERY SAWYER
Michael Avery Sawyer, 65, of Hurricane, passed away the night of October 21, 2025.
Mike was the son of Phyllis and the late Tom Sawyer. He grew up & graduated from Winfield High School. From a young age he was very active in sports, he later attended college on a basketball scholarship, where he finished his college career earning a Bachelor’s degree in Education.
Mike resided in Hurricane with his daughter, MacKenzie, of whom he was very proud of and loved spending time with. He taught for about 40 years, with the last 29 years of those being at Hurricane High School.
He ended his career at Hurricane High School teaching Drivers Ed and loved every minute of it; he loved his students. He coached several sports over the years, although his favorite and the highlight was being head football coach at Buffalo High School for over 15 years.
He put his all into coaching and always thought of his players as his sons.
In addition to his mother, Mike is survived by his daughter, MacKenzie Sawyer (Austin Cude); grandson, Avery Michael; sisters: Glenna Ragle (Kenny) and Joan Turner; as well as nieces and nephews, and other family members.
Funeral service for Mike was Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane. Burial was in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Hurricane.

GLADYS DEAN STUTLER
Gladys D. Stutler, 71, of Leon, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Carl and Jackie Cole. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ernie M. Stutler; a sister, Jackie Payne; and a brother, Bert Cole.
Survivors include her daughters, Michele Sanders of Leon, and Stacy Stover of Leon; a sister, Carla Wells of Delaware, Ohio; grandchildren, Salem Reed, Kaelin Reed, James Sanders, Skyler Sanders, Jacolby Hammersley, Ashley Sanders, Jamie Lynn Sanders, Celena Higginbotham, Madison Manka, and Joshua Hughes; and 9 great-grandchildren.
Private family burial will take place in Wolfe Valley Cemetery, Leon, at a later date.

DONNA KNAPP WOLFORD
Donna Knapp Wolford, 92, of Palm Bay, FL, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at her home. She was a 1950 graduate of Poca High School and a graduate of Marshall University. Donna went on to receive a masters degree in education from Ohio State University. Durning her career in education she taught English and physical education at Poca High School. Following her time at Poca she was the cheerleader advisor and yearbook advisor for many years at Reynoldsburg High School in Ohio. She was a member of Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church and Palm Bay United Methodist Church. Donna was a member of the United Methodist Women and member and judge in the Louisiana Iris Society.
Born January 15, 1933, in Buffalo, she was the daughter of the late Herfa Knapp and Ada Marie Herdman Knapp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Vandall Knapp, Kervin “Tiny” Knapp and Paul Knapp.
Survivors include her loving husband of 70 years, Harry Wolford of Palm Bay, FL; son, Steve Wolford of Henderson, NV; brother, Kenneth (Phyllis) Knapp of Palm Bay, FL; granddaughters, Shaye and Devyn. Donna is also survived by Patricia Curry, an exchange student that she loved like a daughter along with several nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.
A memorial service in Palm Bay, FL will be announced towards the end of the year. Inurnment will take place in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, at a later date.