Carol Agnes White
Carol Agnes White, 70 of Birch River passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at her home.
She was born January 9, 1955 in Sutton to the late Osie Wilbur and Edna Adeline Hicks White and was a homemaker.
Carol attended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and enjoyed watching gospel music and devotions on YouTube. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all her heart. She enjoyed gardening, canning, mowing the yard, flowers, and watching westerns; especially those that included John Wayne. Carol loved her pets: her dog, Dobie and cats, Sylvester and Mousie.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her companion of 42 years, Paul Chapman; brothers: Carl White and Jimmy “Bo” White; and sister Mary Cousins.
Left to cherish her memory are her children: Carolyn Pauline (Craig) Stimson of Randolph County, Paul David White of Wood County, and Shannon (Shawn) Shaffer of Nicholas County; brother, Keith White; grandchildren: Dylan Cole (Summer) Perkins of Buckhannon, Dalton Lee McCourt and Adriana of North Carolina, Dakota Mitchell Shaffer of Virginia, and Tayla Cheyanne Shaffer of Craigsville; great-grandchildren: Mazelynn Baldridge, Langston Shaffer, Penelope Shaffer, and Jericho Hayes Perkins; nieces and nephews: Keith White, Jr., Laurie White, and Daniel White; son-in-law of 28 years, Richard Postelwait; many cousins; and several extended family and friends to mourn her passing.
Funeral Services to celebrate Carol’s life will be held on Friday, April 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Dodd & Reed Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery at Job.
Friends joined the family for visitation on Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.doddreedfh.com.
Dodd & Reed Funeral Home is honored to be serving the White family.
William (Bill) Gerwig Boggs
William (Bill) Gerwig Boggs, 67, of Gassaway, passed away on March 30, 2025 at his residence.
He was born in Sutton, WV on October 25, 1957 the son of the late Ralph Cobert & Madlyn Gerwig Boggs. Also preceding him in death was his sister, Margaret Hoover.
William was a former Coal Miner with the Cedar Coal Company. Later working in Virginia as a Heavy Equipment Operator with the International Union of Operating Engineers until 2006. He was also an avid member of the Evolution Fitness Gym, he was also a member of American Karate Academy, member of International Defensive Pistol Rights, member of International Union of Operating Engineers, and member of Ham Radio Community. William also loved hunting and the great outdoors.
He is survived by his sister, Martha Campa of Cortland, OH; niece, Amy Recser (Mike), grandnephew Justin Recser, and grandniece Abbey Recser all of North Myrtle Beach, SC.
A memorial gathering will be held in his honor, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday, April 28, 2025 at Greene-Robertson Funeral Home, Sutton, WV. Burial will follow at Sutton Cemetery, Sutton, WV.
Greene-Robertson Funeral Home is humbly serving the Boggs family.
Online condolences may be sent to: greene-robertsonfuneralhome.com
Victor Ryan Lambert
Victor Ryan Lambert passed suddenly on March 20, 2025 at the age of 40. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Ellen Lambert and his grandparents Victor and Irene Lambert. He is survived by his sisters April Wilkewitz (Damon) of Summersville, WV and Susan Tran (Jerry) of Friendswood, TX, cousin Donna Lambert of Strange Creek, WV, niece Rachel Frame (Daniel) of Huntington, WV, and nephew Samuel Wilkewitz of Summersville, WV.
In his youth, Victor enjoyed riding horses, playing sports, and being ornery. Victor has always had a big personality. He could make you laugh, make you cry, and then tell you the most random history facts. He was a proud veteran having served four years in the U.S. Navy traveling to Japan, Australia, and other parts of the world. A great source of pride for Victor was working with his dad to establish the Strange Creek Farm Storage Units.
Victor will be missed by his family and friends. If you are struggling with addiction or to find peace in your life, the Lambert Family encourages you to seek professional help and the love and guidance of God.
There will be a gathering of family and friends at Roach Funeral Home on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, followed by a memorial service with Pastor Damon Wilkewitz officiating. Inurnment with military rites will follow in the Strange Creek Cemetery, Strange Creek.
Words of comfort and fond memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.
Warren David Wamsley, Sr
Warren David Wamsley, Sr, 78, of Williams River, Cowen, WV passed away on April 4, 2025. He was born on October 17, 1946 in Richwood, WV the son of the late Eugene (Gene) and Wanda (Betty) Siburt Wamsley.
Warren attended Cowen High School. He was previously a logger and coal miner. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, listening to music and playing his guitar.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Tabitha; sister, Mary Wamsley McLaughlin; and nephew, J.J. McLaughlin.
Surviving are his sons David (Dennette) Wamsley, Michael (Julie) Wamsley, Scott Wamsley, Kerry (Roberta) Wamsley and Kurt Wamsley; twelve grandchildren, Brandon (Brandi) Wamsley, Brent Wamsley, Michael (Heather) Williams, Troy Wamsley, Josh Wamsley, Kara Wamsley, Mason Buffalo, Caden Buffalo, Kaya Wamsley, Teagan Wamsley, Devin (Erin) Wamsley, and Carleigh Wamsley; ten great grandchildren, Holden Wamsley, Milo Wamsley, Joshua Wamsley, Lyiah Wamsley, Niklaus Wamsley,
Leilari Wamsley, Nova Jane Eck, Maverick Eck, Finley Wamsley, and Jordan Ward; and sisters, Nova (David) Bender, and Freda (Kenny) Hollandsworth and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Chrissy and Emily from the Cowen Clinic and Webster EMS.
Services were held at 3:00pm on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Morris Funeral Home, Cowen, Burial followed at the Hickman Cemetery, Dyer. A gathering of family and friends were held from 1:00pm until the time of the service, Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to assist with expenses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.morrisfuneralhomecowenwv.com
Services entrusted to the care of Morris Funeral Home.
Doris Gail (Crites) Armstrong
Doris Gail (Crites) Armstrong, 75, of Erbacon passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025 at CAMC General in Charleston.
Born in Webster County on April 19, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Dencil Paul and Helen Louise (Bean) Crites.
Doris was a 1988 graduate of Davis and Elkins College, where she earned her degree to be a Registered Nurse. She cared for a multitude of patients when she worked at Webster County Memorial Hospital in the Emergency Department. She also worked for Seneca Mental Health, Allied Security Services, and Mount Olive Correctional Facility.
Doris liked to frequent yard sales where she would find items to add to her many collections; amongst those collections were teapots, cookie jars, antique jewelry, or older furniture. She was crafty and creative and could bring old furniture back to life when restoring and repurposing pieces that had lost their luster. She also enjoyed crocheting. She enjoyed keeping her mind sharp by reading, doing word searches, and crossword puzzles; or by solving mysteries on some of her favorite tv shows, such as: “Highway Patrol”, “Perry Mason”, and “Murder, She Wrote”.
Doris had the innate ability to grow any flower until it flourished. She enjoyed flowers of all kinds and would surround herself with the beauty and aroma that they provided. She had a love for music, and would spend most Saturday nights tuning in to listen to some her her favorite oldies on the local country music station; one of her absolute favorite artists was Conway Twitty. Above all, Doris loved her family dearly. She made it a point to make it to as many family gatherings as she could, understanding that family was always placed at the very top of her priorities list.
Left to cherish her memories are her children: Anita (Craig) Marker and Terry (Paula) Armstrong; grandchildren: Bret (Alicia) Knight, Alex Hays, Emily (Jarrod) Hays, Madelyn Armstrong, and Solomon Armstrong; great-grandchildren: Brayleigh Knight and Aliana Knight; siblings: Darrel (Marsha) Crites, Alvin (Donna) Crites, Patty (Pete) Angus, Rick (Shirley) Crites, and Angela (Larry) Cottrill; special family member and neighbors that were always willing to help: Jeffrey and Angela Crites, Joe and Gary Coombs, and Don and Vicky Tharp; her loyal cat, Baby; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends to mourn her passing.
A graveside service will take place 2:30 pm, on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Sunset Memorial Park, Erbacon, with Bro. Larry Cottrill officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.adamsreedfh.com
Adams-Reed Funeral Home, Cowen, is honored to be serving the Armstrong family.
Guy “BoBo” Madison McCourt, Sr.
Guy “BoBo” Madison McCourt, Sr., 71, of Diana passed away at his home on Friday, April 11, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He left this world surrounded by love to run into the loving arms of his oldest baby girl, Lora Lou Simms.
Born June 24, 1953, he was the son of the late Edgar Freeman and Betty Lou (Fornash) McCourt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Lora Lou Simms; brothers: Buck and Shannon McCourt; and sister, Nada Cochran.
BoBo was a logger by trade and also spent some time mining coal. He enjoyed being in the great outdoors. He could be found hunting, fishing, 4-wheeling, snorkeling, and flying airplanes. He was a fierce competitor in many things, but he enjoyed boxing and playing poker most. He was a tremendous provider for his family and was blessed with a strong will and desire to provide for everyone. He was a very devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and loved to spend time as much time as possible with his family.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Lorna (Hamrick) McCourt; daughters: Wendy McCourt (Carl Cowger), Misty (Larry) Carpenter, and Dolly McCourt; sons: Guy Madison (Theresa) McCourt II, and Travis (Jessica) McCourt; son-in-law, Christopher Paul Simms; grandchildren: Annette Carpenter, Tinina McCourt (Casey Sizemore), Christopher Robert Simms, Donly Carpenter (Jason Rakers), Abbigail Carpenter, Guy Madison (Shaylynn) McCourt III, Morgan Carpenter, and Lorna Ray; great-grandchildren: Taj Feldscher, Zoey Rakers, and Bentley Rakers; brothers: Bill (Sally) McCourt and Chris (Brenda) McCourt; sisters: Sue Ellen Badmaev (Ron White), Nellie (Malvin) Knight, and Marquita (Paul) Ridgeway; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends to mourn his passing.
Graveside services were held 12Noon, Monday, April 14, 2025 at Harrison Cochran Cemetery, where he was laid to rest following the service.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doddreedfh.com
Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs, is honored to be serving the McCourt family.
Scott A. Dettman
Scott A. Dettman, 64, of Burnsville, WV; departed this earthly life in the morning hours of Thursday, April 17, 2025 at the WVU Medicine Braxton Memorial hospital in Gassaway, WV; following an unexpected illness.
He was born April 25, 1960 in Akron, OH; son of the late Donald and Betty (Johnson) Dettman.
Scott is a graduate of Calhoun County High School, class of 1978 and a graduate of Auto Diesel college in Indianapolis, IN. He is a former Owner/Operator of Glenville Auto and former employee of Drakes Auto in Glenville. In his spare time, Scott enjoyed, fishing, boating, hunting, scouring flea markets for his treasures, spending time with family and friends, supporting his grandkids and the sports they play, and he was an avid fan of WVU sports.
On July 31, 2009 Scott was united in marriage to Carla (Godwin) Dettman, who survives at their Burnsville home. Surviving are 2 children, Matthew Dettman (Yashica) of Clarksburg, WV; and Carrie Bodkins of Martinsburg, WV; and a sister, Sheryl Stevens (Robert) of Big Springs, WV. Also surviving are 3 grandkids, Trenton, Rylee, and Harper Bodkins, numerous other wonderful family and friends, and special pet, dog, June.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., 2 Vanhorn Drive, Glenville, WV; 26351 at 1:00 PM; Tuesday, April 22, 2025 with Pastor Gary Devart officiating. Burial will follow in the K of P Cemetery in Burnsville. Friends will be received from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Tuesday at the mortuary in Glenville.
In lieu of flowers the family request memorial contributions be made to The Friends Auxiliary of William R. Sharpe Jr. Hospital, 936 Sharpe Hospital Road, Weston, WV; 26452 in honor of Scott. Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Scott A. Dettman with traditional burial arrangements.
Richard Anthony Gillihan, Sr.
Richard Anthony Gillihan, Sr., 69, of Webster Springs, formerly of Gardner, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Webster Memorial Hospital.
Born July 9, 1955 in Gardner, KS, he was the son of the late Hobart Robert and Mary Rose (Loftus) Gillihan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Kenny, Donnie, and Paul Gillihan; sister, Jo Jukes; and his best friend and love of his life, Jody Riddles.
Richard spent many years working for Burlington Northern Santa Fe as a railhand, which is from where he retired. He enjoyed his 1999 Harley Davidson Softail Deluxe. While in Kansas, he was very active in his community organizing poker runs for various families and charitable organizations. He was very stubborn, but loved to chit chat and swap stories with just about anyone. In 2021, Richard moved from Kansas to Webster Springs to be close to his son and grandsons, whom he loved dearly. He wasn’t big on college or professional sports, but enjoyed watching and supporting his son and grandsons compete and succeed in their sports of choice. Even after his passing, Richard, once again, selflessly gave to those in need, as an organ donor.
Left to cherish his memory are his sons: Richard (Sarah) Gillihan of Webster Springs, Chris (April) Richards of Gardner, KS, and Andy (Leslie) Walker of Wellington, KS; daughters: Dorothy Monney (companion, Jeffery) of Jacksonville, NC and Elizabeth (Derek) Suurvarik on Omaha, NE; grandchildren: Isaac Treadway, Trip Gillihan, Sidney Monney, Lilly Monney, Liam, Bodie, and Ava Richards, and Johnathon Miller; sister: Gerry Sue (Gene) Brite of Spring Hill, KS; and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his passing.
In keeping with Richard’s wishes, the organ donation process has been completed and many people across the nation will benefit from his selfless act. He will be cremated here in WV, and there will be a celebration of life and “Last Ride” at a later date in Gardner, KS.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doddreedfh.com
Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs, is honored to be serving Richard’s family.
Waverly Alice Wilson
It is with profound sadness that we announce the birth and passing of our precious baby Waverly Alice Wilson, who was born sleeping on April 13, 2025. Waverly is survived by her parents, Seth Wilson and LeighAnn McCumbers, and maternal grandmother, Jennifer Manahan and paternal grandparents, Donna and John Duffield.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Her family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital, Weston and Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV.
Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway, WV.
Words of comfort may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.
Edward Lee Ed” Williams
Edward Lee “Ed” Williams, 62 of Cowen, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025 after a short illness. Ed was born March 19, 1963 in Webster Springs to Robert Wiliams of Cowen and the late Brenda Harrison Williams. Along with his mother he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Rebecca Williams and Jennifer Cogar and also a brother, Brian Williams.
Ed was employed as a maintenance manager for Weyerhaeuser for 27 years where he met many lifelong friends. In his spare time Ed enjoyed hunting and fishing; he will be missed.
Surviving are his wife, Sue Moore Williams; father, Robert Williams; son, Gary Williams and his wife Kaitlyn; daughter, Meagan Holcomb and her two children, grandchildren, Garrison, Emerson and Ava Williams; step-sons, Rodney Knight and his wife Sunny and Jason Knight.
In keeping with Ed’s wishes, cremation will take place and no services will be held at this time.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.adamsreedfh.com
Adams-Reed Funeral Home, Cowen, is honored to be serving the Williams family
Robert Jerome Bourn
Robert Jerome Bourn, aged 91, passed away on April 17, 2025 at the Glenville Health & Rehabilitation Nursing Home located in Glenville, WV. Robert suffered multiple medical issues over the past year and, especially, over the past ten months after the passing of his wife of 64 years, Marjorie Joy Moyers Bourn on May 31, 2024.
Born on August 29, 1933, Robert was the eldest of five children of the late Ormand Jerome “O.J.” Bourn and the late Beatrice Swisher Bourn of Rosedale, WV.
He was a 1952 graduate of Gassaway High School where he played basketball. Upon graduation, he was drafted into the Navy and served two years during the Suez Crisis of 1956-1957.
Robert married Marjorie Joy Moyers of Perkins, WV on July 18, 1959. Robert and Joy lived their entire adult lives in Rosedale, WV in the farm house built in 1914 by Robert’s grandfather, Charles Bourn. Robert farmed the 1200-acre family farm, Homeland Stock Farm, with his father Jerome, and then later with his son, Scott. He raised purebred Charolais cattle, hogs, and sheep. He also timbered at various times. In his later years he raised chickens, ducks, turkeys, and geese. His hobbies included working jigsaw puzzles and bird watching.
Robert was never far from his tractor and most pictures from a young age show him with a dog or some other animal. He especially enjoyed raking hay, brush hogging, and skidding logs. He was a long-time member of the WV Farm Bureau.
Robert was a member of the Braxton County Board of Education for eleven years. He and Joy were also members of the Rosedale Baptist Church since childhood and faithfully served the Lord, committed to their church and family. They set an example through their hard work, perseverance through adversity, and lived their lives based on Biblical principles that was evident to their children and everyone that knew them.
Robert is survived by four children – Robert Byron Bourn of Findlay, OH and Rosedale, WV; Beatrice Bourn Seibert (Stephen, deceased) of Rosedale, WV; Scott Jerome Bourn (Robin) of Rosedale, WV; and Rella Bourn Cvetican (Ron) of Sutton, WV. He is also survived by four grandchildren – Shayla Bourn Mace (Jordan) of Mill Fork, WV and Ashlyn, Elijah, and Summer Bourn, all of Rosedale, WV.
Surviving siblings are Joyce Bourn Boggs (Boxley) of Pompano Beach, FL; Richard Bourn (Willa Jean “Billie”, deceased) of Kingsport, TN; Rella Bourn Wright (Bruce) of West Milford, WV, and Judy Bourn Stalnaker (Gerald “Red”, deceased) of Jane Lew, WV.
Visitation will be held from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 25, 2025, at Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway, WV. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Rosedale Baptist Church, Rosedale, WV.
Interment will be in the Bourn Family Cemetery, Rosedale, WV, followed by a meal at the Rosedale Senior Center.
Arrangements by Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway, WV.
Words of comfort and fond memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.
Bennie Giles Crigger
Early on the morning of April 17th, 2025, Bennie experienced his heart’s greatest longing and desire. The moment he closed his earthly eyes in physical death, his faith became sight as he beheld his personal Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face-to-face. He has now joined the multitudes of the redeemed who have seen the Glory of God in Christ, and will forever be with Him in eternal love, joy, and peace. Worshipping, serving, and adoring the King of Kings, time without end.
Bennie Giles Crigger was born in Slemp, KY to Reese Turley Crigger and Ethel Byrd (Galloway) Crigger on April 5, 1940. He was part of a large, close-knit, loving family. At the age of seventeen, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and proudly served four years in Germany. After returning home, he married the love of his life, Eva Nutter. Shortly thereafter, he gave his heart and life to the Lord Jesus Christ, and they began a journey of lifelong ministry together for the Lord. Bennie attended Franklin Baptist Church in Ohio, where he felt God’s call to preach, and later went on to Bible seminary where he earned his Bachelor of Divinity from Arlington Baptist College in Texas. Throughout his life, Bennie dedicated himself to sharing the Gospel and serving his community. He pastored Sugar Creek Baptist Church near Gassaway, WV, as well as Flatwoods Baptist Church in Flatwoods, WV. After retirement from the full-time pastorate, he remained an active member of both Strange Creek Baptist Church and Sugar Creek Baptist Church in Braxton County WV. Bennie’s ministry extended far beyond the pulpit. He served in many capacities over the years, organizing Vacation Bible Schools, local Bible studies, revival services, and leading chapel services at various Christian schools and academies. He was well known for his love of God’s Word. Bennie spent countless hours studying the Bible and was especially knowledgeable about end-time prophecy. He often shared his understanding with others and looked forward with great anticipation to the Rapture and the return of Christ.
In addition to his ministry, Bennie was a hardworking man, employed over the years at Monsanto, Weyerhaeuser, Coastal Lumber, and Braxton County Memorial Hospital. He was known for his reliability, humility, and strong work ethic. Bennie also found great joy in the outdoors. He loved hunting and fishing and especially enjoyed hunting for ginseng and wild mushrooms. But perhaps his favorite pastime of all was planting his garden and caring for his yard. Mowing the lawn and weed eating brought him a unique joy and sense of pride. Yet, he loved his family most, and above all.
Bennie is survived by his loving wife, Mary Eva Crigger; his son, Chris Crigger of Gassaway, WV; and his daughter, Cari Chicoine and husband Dave of Flatwoods, WV. He was a proud grandfather to Austin Crigger of Charleston, WV; Erin Chicoine of Bangor, ME; Leah Chicoine of Flatwoods, WV; and Madison Lewis of Young Harris, GA. He is also survived by his half-siblings, Lynn Cregger Stoneman and Pam Fisher, both of Wytheville, VA.
Bennie will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, veteran, outdoorsman, Bible scholar, and faithful servant of the Lord. His life was marked by humility, compassion, good humor, and unwavering faith. He has left behind a legacy of love and spiritual wisdom that will continue to inspire generations to come.
Bennie’s desire above all would be that the remainder of his family and friends receive God‘s free gift of salvation themselves, by choosing to place their complete faith and trust in Jesus Christ, and to join him in glory one day. John 3:16, John 14:6, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 10:13
“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:6-8
Services will be held at Sugar Creek Baptist Church, Gassaway WV on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 and will be officiated by Pastor Brian McCoy. Public viewing and visitation are at 11:00 AM followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM. Interment and committal service will immediately follow the funeral service at the Sugar Creek Cemetery. All family and friends are cordially invited to return to the Church Fellowship Hall for refreshments and fellowship.
Arrangements by Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway, WV.
Words of comfort and fond memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.
Dorothy June Haught
In Loving Memory of Dorothy June Haught 6/23/1934 – 4/20/2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dorothy June Haught at 91 years young.who left us peacefully with her family by her side.
Dorothy is now waiting on her son, Jerry Haught from(Florida), her daughter, Debbie Haught Shaver from (Gassaway), and David Haught from (Maryland). She will also be deeply missed by her grandchildren
Chris Toney from Charleston,
Sabrina Smith Haught from (Spencer), Caleb Shaver from (Gassaway), Stacy Haught from (Florida), and Nicholas Haught from (Florida). Her great-grandchildren, Adena King from (Spencer), Nicholas Jr. Haught from (Florida), McKayla Haught from(Florida), Beva Shaver and sister Fiona Shaver from Gasaway and Atlas Smith from (Spencer)
carry her memory forward.
A lifelong resident of Spencer, Dorothy was a devoted Christian and a pillar of the community. She was a six-time cancer survivor, and her strength and resilience were unmatched. After high school, she married her high school sweetheart, Larry Haught, and together they built a beautiful life.
Dorothy worked briefly for the FBI in Washington, D.C., before returning to Spencer, where she became the Superintendent of the Lunchroom at Spencer Grade School for over 30 years. To many in the community, she was more than just a colleague—she was a second mom and grandma to a lot of children that she babysit over the years Known for her nurturing spirit, Dorothy took great pride in ensuring no child went hungry, often serving double portions to those in need.
Dorothy’s heart was full of love, and her life was a testament to kindness, compassion, and a never-ending positivity. She never spoke a negative word about anyone, and her love touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
Though her physical presence may no longer be with us, her legacy of love, service, and unwavering faith will live on in all who were fortunate to know her.
Karen Sue (Mustoe) Kinney
Karen Sue (Mustoe) Kinney, 77 of Webster Springs, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, April 17, 2025 after an extended illness.
She was born April 23, 1947 in Webster Springs to the late William and Anna Cogar Mustoe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Dennis Gail Mustoe.
Karen worked in various clerical positions that included Webster County Hospital, DHHR, and United Bank. She was a Christian and a member of Elk Valley Chapel where she was very active in the choir, VBS and theatrical church performances, and was a Sunday School and VBS teacher. Karen was also a founding member and treasurer of “The Ladies Retreat”. She enjoyed making desserts, crafting (especially holiday crafts), camping, and shopping. She was a good listener, very loyal to those she loved, and a great friend. She loved God and was her sister’s best friend.
Left to cherish her memory are her sons: Nathan Kinney and Todd (Tammy) Kinney; grandchildren: Megan (Will) Kiifner, Ethan Kinney, and Tyler Kinney; great-grandchildren: Chantz and Kinsley Kiifner; sister, Cheryl (John) Hamrick; brother John, (Elaine) Mustoe; sister-in-law, Brenda Mustoe; aunt, Betty Cutlip; nieces and nephews: Toby, Jennifer, Nick, Andy, Derek, and Nick; special friends: Ann Lehman, Carol Simms, and Linda Cool; and a host of cousins and extended family and friends to mourn her passing.
Celebration of Life Services will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs, with Pastors Kyle Hall and Doy Carpenter officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Webster Springs.
Friends may join the family for visitation two hours prior to service time, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM, at Dodd & Reed Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.doddreedfh.com.
Dodd & Reed Funeral Home is honored to be serving Karen’s family.
Michael Lloyd Ballengee
Michael Lloyd Ballengee went home went home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2025. He was 69, born to James Donald and Nellie (Jarvis) Ballengee at Gassaway Hospital, WV on August 13, 1955.
He was proceeded in death by his father, James Donald Ballengee.
Mike is survived by his dear mother (Nellie) and step-father, Ronald J. Bokinskie SR. of Frametown WV; Former wife, Sue Ballengee and mother of their children, son Ryan and daughter Kristy (Jared) Clairmont of California; Brother, Ed, of Framtown, WV; Sister, Bonnie (Danny) Huffmaster of Gassaway, WV; Step-brother, Ron Bokinskie Jr. of Colorado; Step-sister, Colleen (Kelly) Prillwitz of Michigan and Sherry (Mark) Huffman of Texas; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Mike proudly served his Country in the Air Force for 4 years and civil service of 20 years. He volunteered meal deliver in Parkersburg, WV, where he lived.
He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
In keeping with his wishes, he will be cremated and celebration of life is being planned for later this year.
