With heavy hearts, yet comforted with faith, we announce the passing of Anthony Lee “Amp” Lester who departed this life and went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 2, 2026.  He passed at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Lexington, KY, surrounded by his loving family, after a long courageous battle with cancer, he faced the battle showing the love of Jesus with an insurmountable measure of faith. Anthony was born on June 26, 1964, in Mullins, WV to the late Clarence and ...

Jimmy Rex Cline, 79 of Baisden, WV departed this life Thursday, April 2, 2026, at his residence. Born November 14, 1946, in Mingo County, WV he was the son of the late Nat and Bonnie (Carter) Cline. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years: Betty Jo (Toler) Cline; sisters: Vima Blankenship, Zella (Treed) Lockhart, Molly (Joe) Lester, Retha (John) Blankenship; brothers: Sonny (Phyllis) Cline, Fleming Cline, Judd (Desi Mae) Cline. Jimmy was a 30-year-old ...

Sandra Kaye Williamson, 73 of Stowe, WV entered her heavenly home on Monday, March 30, 2026, leaving a legacy of love, faith and devotion to her family and God. Born May 24, 1952, in Man, WV she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Lowe) Wooten of Amherstdale, WV.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister: Theresa Solomon; and her brother: David Wooten. Sandra was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.  She faithfully ...

Charles “Chuck” Everett Altizer went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 29th, 2026, having fought hard for his health to stay with his family. Born October 14, 1954, in Logan WV to Charles Altizer and Nell (Randan) Altizer.  He would grow up near Detroit, Michigan and Titusville, Florida before country roads brought him back home to WV. He married Carol Riggs of Gilbert in November of 1977. He and Carol worked for Gilbert Ambulance, owned by his in-laws, Eddie and ...

Ronald Gene Stacy, born February 13, 1958, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026. Born in Welch, West Virginia, Ronald was the beloved son of Mack and Leola Loberta Stacy. He was a humble and kind-hearted man who rarely spoke harshly and had a gift for connecting with anyone he met. His gentle spirit and easy conversation left a lasting impression on all who knew and loved him. Ronald attended Freedom Full Gospel Church for many years. ...

  Effie Kennedy, 95 years old of Paynesville, WV went to rest in the arms of Jesus March 27th, 2026, at Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, WV, with her devoted and loving caretakers, son, Seth Kennedy and daughter-in law, Lisa Kennedy, by her side.  Born with an unwavering work ethic on April 29th,1930 on Rockridge, WV, she was the daughter of Dan Roberts and Mattie Collins.  In addition to her parents and step daddy, Tom ...

Chrisine L. Woolverton, 54 of Gilbert, WV formerly of Cisco, Texas departed this life Sunday, March 22, 2026, from Trinity Healthcare, Logan, WV. Born September 20, 1971, in Eastland, Texas she was the daughter of the late Patsy Jackson. Christine had served several years as a firefighter and EMT.  She enjoyed doing arts and crafts, reading, playing video games, and cooking.  She loved spending time with her family and friends. Those left to love and cherish her memory is her ...

Helen Carter, 72 of Justice WV departed this life, Thursday March 19th, 2026. Born March 14, 1954, in Gusses Fork VA, she was the daughter of the late Linia Matney and Jack Lester. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband Dallas Carter; her daughter: Joanna Lester; her brothers: Jim, Elbert, and Arnold Lester; her sisters: Freda Lester and Betty Cantrell. Helen was of the Christian Faith. She loved spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed spending ...

Audrey Ann Lawson, 46, of Wharncliffe, West Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. She was born on December 1, 1979, in Kentucky to Rita Cline and Russell Daniels. Audrey was the devoted wife of Edward Lawson, with whom she shared 22 years of love, loyalty, and companionship. Audrey was known by everyone who met her for her incredibly sweet and gentle heart. She had a quiet kindness about her that made people feel welcomed and loved, and she carried that spirit with her ...

Carson David Young, 2 ½ months of Matewan, WV departed this life Monday, March 9, 2026. Born December 23, 2025, in Pikeville, KY he was the sweet, loving son of Malinda Gibson and Chris Young. Carson was preceded in death by his grandparents: Janet Fisher, Eddie Roden, and Sheena Gibson; cousin: E.J. Runyon. Carson’s smile would light up a room, everyone loved him. He enjoyed watching Cars, Mickey Mouse, Bluey and being around his family.  Those left to love and cherish ...