WILLIAM CLINTON BALLARD
William Clinton “Clint” Ballard, 82, of Red House, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Clint was born and raised in Chemical City, St. Albans, before making his home in Red House. He worked as a mechanic at Harrah’s Garage in South Charleston. Clint enjoyed anything NASCAR, spending time outdoors with his dogs, working in his yard, playing golf, and traveling to Pigeon Forge, Watoga, Babcock, and other state parks.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Becky.
Clint is survived by his son, Ronald; his life partner, Gipsy Williams; his brothers, Jim, Wayne, and John; his close friend, Pete Absten; and his beloved dachshund, Lucy.
A tribute to the life of William Clinton Ballard was held Monday, April 27, 2026, at Gatens–Harding Chapel. Burial was in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens in Red House.

THOMAS JOHN BEASLEY
Thomas John Beasley, 73, of Scott Depot, passed away on Tuesday April 21, 2026, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born on July 3, 1952 to the late Burnice “Bun” and Anna James Beasley. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Judy (Beasley) Greene and her infant twin brother, Bruce A. Beasley.
Tom was a graduate of Winfield High School, retired as a Maintenance Superintendent with Alpha Natural Resources and was a member of Cross Lanes Baptist Church. He built many friendships and extended families through his love of drag racing, playing golf, riding the Hatfield McCoy trails and bird hunting with Alan and his dog Ash.
He was survived by his wife of 46 years, Connie Chaney Beasley; sons: Alan (Brandi) with grandchildren Maddie and Henry of Barboursville, WV and Eric (Sarah) of Winfield, WV; granddaughter: Kodi (Max) Simpson; great grandchildren: Stella and Sylvie; sisters: Sandy (Michael) Bello of MD and Linda (Joe) Fritts of FL; and brother, Frank (Anne) Beasley of NC. Tom also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family that will miss his presence every day.
Tom loved spending time with his “Grands”.
Funeral Service for Tom was Monday, April 27, 2026 at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Dr. Seth Polk officiating. Burial was in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane.