George Arnold Bradbury
George Arnold Bradbury, 89, of Culloden, passed peacefully at St. Mary’s Medical Center on Friday, October 31, after a short illness.
George was a true servant of Jesus who believed that his life would be measured by how many people he helped. He was a trusted face in his neighborhood, always willing to mow a lawn or shovel a driveway. In retirement, he became active in disaster relief missions, starting with a trip to New York City after 9/11 to clear debris from homes near Ground Zero. He loved being outdoors, whether fishing, hunting, or working in the garden. He prioritized faith and family over material things, and he approached each new day with joy and gratitude. He passed to Heaven with no fear or regret, setting an example for everyone who knew him.
George was born on April 20, 1936, in Minford, OH, to the late George and Mattie White Bradbury. He spent his childhood working on the family farm, surrounded by Bradbury and White aunts, uncles, and cousins. After graduating from Minford High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in Puerto Rico. Following his discharge in 1958, he settled in the Charleston area, where he married Suzanna Currance the following year. He was proud to work for 37 years for a family company, Kanawha Scales and Systems, first in the Charleston area and later in Fairmont.
In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his brothers Charles, Paul Eugene, Donald, and Earl Dean. He is survived by Suzanna, his wife of 65 years; his brother Raymond; daughters, Judith Pinto (Frank) and Jennifer Bradbury; two granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; and many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends.
A memorial service will be held at 12pm at First Baptist Church of Hurricane on Saturday, November 15, with visitation starting at 10am.

Barbara Ann Brillhart
Barbara Ann Jenkins Brillhart, 96, of Scott Depot, passed away November 2, 2025, at Hubbard House in Charleston after a short illness.
She was born August 6, 1929, on Kanawha Two Mile in Charleston and was the daughter of the late Mont and Ruby Harrison Jenkins. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Dennis ‘Cleo’ Brillhart; and brothers: Tom and John Jenkins.
Barbara was a 1947 graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School. She was a lifelong homemaker who enjoyed canning, sewing, reading, and going to the beach. She was a faithful Christian, life of the party, always playing pranks, smiling and laughing, loved playing cards with her family, and enjoyed staying up late to watch the Cincinnati Reds play ball. She attended Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene.
She is survived by her sons: David Brillhart and his wife, Donna, Daniel Brillhart and his wife, Diana, and Dana Brillhart; and her daughter, Deanna ‘Susie’ Cunningham. She had nine grandchildren, Danette Brillhart Stewart, David Scott Brillhart and his wife, Jerra, Danyelle Brillhart Schoonmaker, Danissa Brillhart, Darren Brillhart and his wife, Ruby, Lisa Cunningham, Scott Cunningham, Andy Brillhart and his wife, Shauna (Lasagna) and Jonathan Brillhart and his wife, Tabby; sister-in-law, Jackie Jenkins. Barbara had twenty great-grandchildren, Zackery Brillhart, Kendra Wade and her husband, Nathaniel, Olivia Leadman, Kailey Fox, Mallory Leadman and Rob DeWitt, Sarah Brillhart, Amanda Brillhart, Klayton LeMaster, Kierson Cunningham, Brayden Green, Corinthia Cunningham, Riley Beth Brillhart, Colton Green, Blaze Brillhart, Remi Brillhart, Jack Brillhart, Tyler and his wife, Angel Lambert, Kaiden Schoonmaker, Joseph Wagner, and Michelle Johnson and her husband, Roger. She also has nine great-great-grandchildren, Braxton and Braylee Lucas, Aleister Brillhart, Eli DeWitt, Anslee and Bo Lambert, Neva Wagner, Colton and Allen Johnson.
Barbara’s funeral service was Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene, Hurricane, with Rev. Charles V. “Sonny” Williams officiating. Burial was in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

Shirley Jean Ferguson
Shirley Jean Ferguson, 88, of Scott Depot, peacefully entered Heaven’s gates on October 30, 2025.
She was born and raised on Big A Mountain in Honaker, VA to the late Howard and Nance Hart on March 31, 1937. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Jimmy; brother, Carl Henry Hart; and sister, JoAnn Wallace.
Shirley married the love of her life, Jimmy Ferguson on December 23, 1958. Together they loved to travel, go to bluegrass festivals, and spend time with family and friends until his death in 2017. She was a faithful member of St. John United Methodist Church in Scott Depo.
Shirley is survived by her son, Darrell Ferguson (Sharon) of Calabash, NC; daughter, Sandy Donalson (Vic) of Nitro; grandchildren: Matthew of Raleigh, NC, Courtney of Greensboro, NC, Anna (Austin) of Huntsville, AL, and Kaitlyn of Greenwood, SC; sister-in-law, Judy Ferguson of Rosedale, VA; her childhood best friend, whom she loved like a sister, Sue Kiser; as well as a host of family and friends.
Funeral service for Shirley was Friday, November 7, 2025 at St. John United Methodist Church, Scott Depot, with Pastor Bob Hill officiating.

June Kester
June Atkins Kester, age 58, of Hurricane, formerly of York, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital.
She is survived by her loving husband, James Kester; her daughters, Jamie Shaub and Kendra Slothhower; and her mother, Barbara Atkins.
June was a loving and giving person who found joy in helping others. A devoted Christian, she lived her faith through kindness, generosity, and compassion. June had an adventurous spirit and a deep love for travel—especially to beaches and lighthouses, where she found peace and inspiration.
A celebration of June’s life will be held in the spring of 2026, with details to be announced at a later date.
June’s warmth, faith, and adventurous heart will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.

Charles W. Miller
Charles W. Miller, 97, of Hurricane, passed away on November 5, 2025.
He was born on March 26, 1928 to the late Emery and Irene Miller. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers: Robert, William, David and Carl Miller; and his son-in-law, David Gray.
Charles honorably served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Columbia Gas after working 42 years as a Supervisor of the Warehouse and Yard. Outside of work, Charles was a devoted family man who enjoyed every minute being a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
He is survived by his loving wife of 77 years, Eva; children: Kimberly Perraut (Michael), and Deborah Gray; granddaughter, Megan Perraut; and great-granddaughter, Blake Whittington.
Funeral service for Charles was Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Pastor Barrett Jordan and Chaplain Pete Thompson officiating. Burial was in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

James Nathan Reed
James Nathan Reed, 85, of Eleanor, passed away on November 3, 2025 at Hubbard Hospice in Charleston, surrounded by his family.
Jim was born to the late Orvie and Mary Reed on December 22, 1939 in Harmony. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife, Peggy; and sisters: Juanita Lewis, Velma Kiser, and Phyllis Fleaharty.
Jim was a retired Supervisor from Union Carbide. He loved hunting, fishing, camping and spending every chance he could with his family. He was an avid carpenter and could build just about anything.
Jim is survived by his children: Cynthia Reed (Kelly Karnes) and Bonnie Evans (G.J.); grandchildren: Brandi Bayless, James Bayless (Amber), and Kacie Gryder (Trent); great-grandchildren: Joshua, Delainy, Morgan, Reid, Hayes, and Barrett; and brother, Jack Reed.
Funeral service for Jim was Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, with David Rich officiating. Entombment was in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens.

Gary Wayne Shamblin
Gary Wayne Shamblin, 68, of Hometown, took off his hat for the last time on Friday, November 7, 2025.
He was born December 31, 1956, to the late Grover and Juanita Shamblin. Gary was a 1975 graduate of Nitro High School, having also completed Ben Franklin Diesel Technical School. Following his training, he began his career at E.I. DuPont in Belle, where he was a proud third-generation employee with over 38 years of dedicated service.
Gary was a man who loved life and the people in it. He enjoyed NASCAR, go-cart and BMX bike racing, and, above all, cherished every moment spent with his family. He loved the Lord and was a faithful member of Cross Lanes Church of Christ.
He is survived by his loving wife, Vickie; three children, Christina (John) Starsick, Amanda Cook, and Gary “G.W.” Shamblin, Jr.; grandchildren Austin (Courtney) Shamblin, Grace Cook, Connor and Colton Hilton; great-grandson Sawyer Shamblin; brother Dale Shamblin; sister Vickie Jean Skyles; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and special friends who will miss him dearly.
In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his brother Donald Shamblin, and sisters Kay Casto, Linda Young, and Annie French.
A celebration of Gary’s life will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, November 15, 2025, at The Nitro Church of Christ, with Minister Andy Shamblin officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

Linda Lou Snodgrass
Linda Lou Snodgrass, 82, of Hurricane, passed away on November 4, 2025 at Thomas Memorial Hospital.
She was born on November 7, 1942 to the late Oliver and Lavesta Kemp in Bens Run, WV. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Angela Shuman; sisters: Wilma Holmes and Juanita Faggert; and brothers: Kenneth, Orville and Robert Kemp.
Linda did clerical work for the City of Sistersville for 18 years. She loved to garden and take care of her furbabies, but most of all she loved her family and enjoyed being a grandmother.
Linda is survived by her husband, Shirley Glen; children: Andrea Wagner (Reg) of Hurricane, Matthew Snodgrass (Becki) of Parkersburg, and Holly Clagg (Mike) of Hurricane; grandchildren: Andrew Wagner (Vanessa) of Hurricane, Tiffany Livingston (Doug) of Seminole, FL, Clark Wagner of Hurricane, Jenna Snodgrass of Columbus OH, Creston Snodgrass (Maddie) of Sistersville, Isaac Snodgrass (Mahayla) of St. Marys, Jacob Shuman of Seminole, FL, Samuel and Brody Clagg of Hurricane; great-grandchildren: Lizzy and Abe Wagner of Hurricane, and Evren Snodgrass of Sistersville; and sister, Yvonne Starkey (Alan) of Friendly; as well as a host of extended family and friends.
There will be no services per Linda’s request.

Carroll Lee Westfall
Carroll Lee Westfall, 80, of Poca, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 1, 1945, to the late Fred and Josephine Woods.
Carroll was a dedicated member of her community and gave countless hours of service to the Town of Poca. She served on the Town Council and worked part-time at Poca Town Hall as Town Recorder. She was a member of the Democratic Executive Committee Club, the Putnam County Fair Board, and the Putnam County School Board, where she worked full-time.
Carroll loved life. She enjoyed going to concerts, running her kids around when they were young, and being actively involved in her community. She also enjoyed, in her mind, going to her nephew Dennis’ house for Christmas dinner every Thursday.
She loved her daughters, but she absolutely adored her grandchildren — Jacob, Ty, and Taylor. When her great-granddaughters, Elaina and Melanie, came along, they stole the show and became the lights of her life.
In addition to her parents Carroll was preceded in death by her daughter Michele Clark, and her sisters Mary Grant and Dessie Gay.
She is survived by her daughter Melissa Smith and husband Mike, son-in-law Mike Clark of Winfield; grandchildren Jacob Clark, Ty Smith, and Taylor Smith; great-granddaughters Elaina and Melanie — truly the loves of her life. Also surviving are her brother Harvey Long (Cindy), sister Arleen Withrow and husband Rick, and a host of nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
A tribute to life for Carroll was held Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Bailey officiating.