John Alexander McNary
John Alexander McNary, age 83, Father, Husband, and Son of Braxton County, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday March 14, 2025 in Frederick, Maryland due to complications from Alzheimer’s.
John is preceded in death by his parents, Harry Bane McNary and Lucile Fox McNary of Sutton, West Virginia.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Sara, his daughter Kirstin McNary (Mark Berman), son Cameron McNary *Maureen) (Annie Ruffalo) and granddaughters Maeve, Fianna, and Sutton; sister Linda Mullins (Gary) (deceased) (Harry Seidentopf), sister Nancy Douglas (Robert) (deceased);nephews Chris Mullins (Susie), Todd Mullins (Lynn), Robert E Douglas Jr (deceased), Ann Douglas Keesler (deceased) (James); beloved grandnieces and grandnephews.
John was born and raised in Sutton, West Virginia. He attended both Sutton High School and Greenbrier Military Academy in Lewisburg, West Virginia. In his youth,he particularly enjoyed camping, fishing, and all aspects of Scouting. John was elected by his peers to the Order of the Arrow (OA), the BSA National Honor Society, recognizing scouts who exhibit strong Scouting values and exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives.
John attended West Virginia University prior to serving a tour in the U.S. Army, stationed in West Germany. There, he continued studies through the University of Maryland Bootstrap Program. Upon returning to the United States he attended classes at the University of Maryland main campus. While at Maryland, he met and married Sara Ann Flanagan. His educational experiences led to a distinguished 40-year career at the highly respected Computer Science Center at the University of Maryland.
John was an active member of the award winning Washington Scottish Pipe Band, serving as drum major and piper for over 50 years. He lived in the same house in the Woodmoor neighborhood of Silver Spring, Maryland during the same period, all the while, enjoying his neighbors and honing his gardening skills.
John’s accomplishments were many, but what he did is far surpassed by who he was. Those who met John, no matter how briefly, were hardpressed to come away untouched by his charm, good humor, and sincere love of humanity. If we are measured in our passing by how deeply we are mourned and by how many, then John was found anything but wanting.
A celebration of John’s life is planned for Monday, April 14, 2025, 11 a.m., at the Greene-Robertson Funeral Home, 600 River View Drive, Sutton, West Virginia. The final resting place will be at the Skidmore Cemetery, Sutton, West Virginia.
Greene-Robertson Funeral Home is humbly serving the McNary family.
Online condolences may be sent to: greene-robertsonfuneralhome.com
Terry L. Winland
Terry L. Winland, 80 of Summersville, formerly of Diana, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at his home.
He was born October 28, 1944 in Mount Vernon, OH to the late Edwin and Ruth Vernon Winland. He worked for almost 30 years in the Lorain Steel Mill in Lorain, OH and was Baptist by faith.
Terry enjoyed working on cars, hunting, and woodworking (in which he was very talented), traveling with his family, and going to family functions. He savored his time with his family and loved them all very much. He will be missed by all of them.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Dennis Winland and Kenneth Winland.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 55 years Evona Cheryl Winland; daughters: Robin (Nelson) Davis, Debra Winland (Edward Davis), and Maria (Ralph) Champion; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; special friend Angel Hart; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends to mourn his passing.
Funeral Services to celebrate Terry’s life were held on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs, with Pastor Curt Davis officiating. Friends joined the family for visitation two hours prior to service time, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM, at the Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.doddreedfh.com.
Dodd & Reed Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Winland family.
Irene M. Arthur
Irene M. Arthur, 95 of Hacker Valley passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Holbrook Healthcare Center in Buckhannon.
She was born August 2, 1929 in Diana to the late French “Bun” and Mellie May Cochran Hines.
She was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and WVU sports fan and enjoyed going to games until her health declined. She enjoyed canning and spending time at the beach. She was a Mother figure to several people in the community and was loved by all.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Issac Arthur; son Bennie Arthur; grandchildren: B.J. Arthur and Kimberly Arthur; brothers: Hillard “Dick”, Johnnie, Frank, and Bob; and sisters: Neva and Helen.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters: Mary Jane Hall and Joyce A. Arthur; brother Buddy; sisters Myrl, Jewell, and Shirley; grandchildren: Raymond Arthur, Crystal Gail Goforth, and Michael Hall; eight great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends to mourn her passing.
The family wishes to express their thanks to all the bus drivers who took the time to “make Irene’s day”, the staff at Holbrook Healthcare Center and the staff of Dodd & Reed Funeral Home for their wonderful care and compassion extended to Irene and her family.
Graveside Services were held on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Harrison Cochran Cemetery with Pastor Eddie Bender officiating.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.doddreedfh.com.
Dodd & Reed Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Arthur family.
Bernard Gray Boone
With great sadness the Boone family announces the passing of their husband and brother, Bernard Gray Boone on April 2, 2025. After a short illness, Mr. Boone passed with his wife, Nancy, by his side. Known as “Bernie” to wife, Nancy, he was born on April 6, 1965, to parents O. Delbert and Dolores Boone who preceded him in death.
Bernard was a lifelong resident of Braxton County, West Virginia. Bernard trained as a log grader at the Tennessee National Inspector Training ,School. With this trade he worked for several years at Coastal Lumber Company, Gassaway.
In addition to his parents, others preceding him in death were his brother, Larry, Bill, and Terry.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Nancy; brother, Charles Boone of Sutton; sisters, Donna (Kenneth) Moore of Servia, Vanessa Boone of Gassaway, and Sheran (Randy) Helmick of Sutton, West Virginia. He is also survived by several nephews and nieces.
Bernard’s visitation was 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway.
His funeral was held at 1 P.M. on Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Daniel Tanner officiating.
Burial followed in the Perry H. James Memorial Park, Wilsie, WV.
Words of comfort and fond memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.
Kenneth Charles Smith
Kenneth Charles Smith, 82, of Cowen passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025 at CAMC Memorial Division in Charleston.
Born July 7, 1942 in Arcola, he was the son of the late Kenneth Claude and Lillian Marie (Jones) Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Paul and Bobby, and the mother of his children, Shirley Smith.
He was a hard working man, still having been employed as a dozer operator up until his passing. He loved animals, whether it was cuddling up with his dogs, or sitting on his back porch swing watching the birds and squirrels. Kenneth was a family man; he spent most of his time working or with them. He was proud of his children, and fiercely loved them. His grandchildren were his pride and joy; and he enjoyed spending every minute supporting all of the things they were doing.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 45 years, Martha Spence; sons: Michael (Karen) Smith and Frank Smith; daughter, Brenda (Richie) Jarvis; his favorite children, his furbabies: Stormy, Rocky, and Lucky; his grandchildren: Megan Smith, Cody Rowan, Valerie Smith, Micah Smith, Charlie Jarvis, and Kenzley Smith; brother, Vick (Mary) Smith; and his sister, Shirley (Bob) Ball; and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his passing.
In lieu of flowers, friends may send memorial contributions to: Saving Webster Dogs, c/o Rose Cochran, 168 Foxfire Lane, Cowen, WV 26206.
In keeping with his wishes, he will be cremated and no formal services will be held.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.adamsreedfh.com
Adams-Reed Funeral Home, Cowen, is honored to be serving the Smith family.
Francis Jyrlene “Jerry” Jordan
Francis Jyrlene “Jerry” Jordan, 91, of Mesa, Arizona passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
She was born on March 15, 1934 in Sutton, West Virginia to Lon and Vicie James. She graduated from Sutton High School, where she was a majorette. She was a secretary for and retired from American Electric Power. She was a lady of many talents, known for her beautiful cross stitchery, and nature photography, which was featured in Arizona magazines. She and her husband “Monk” enjoyed square dancing and traveled to square dances across the country. She was a fan of the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball team and enjoyed attending their games.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Howard “Monk” Jordan; sister and brother-in-law Pauline and Dallas “Bubby” Mowery; brothers and sisters-in-law Cody and Kitty James; Glen and Nezabeth James, and Glen’s second wife, Aretta Rose James; and Jimmie and Virgie James; brother-in-law Freddy Hughes; sister-in-law Marilyn James; niece Sheila Mowery McCord; and nephew Freddy Mowery.
She is survived by a sister Maxine Hughes of Ravenswood, WV and a brother Johnnie James of Gassaway, WV, as well as many family members and friends.
There will be no service. Francis donated her body to science. She will be lovingly remembered.
Online condolences may be left at [email protected].