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Marcena Geary

Marcena Geary, 64, of Wingett Run, Ohio, passed away on July 18, 2026, at her home. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting the family and messages of sympathy may be sent at www.Lankfordfh.com.

Florine Ginther

Florine Ginther, 79, of Long Bottom, OH, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born May 9, 1947, in Bald Knob, WV, daughter of the late Virgil and May Workman Price. Florine is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jack Ginther; 3 grandchildren, Trace, Wilim and Jack III; 3 sisters, Charlotte Christman, Brenda Ferrell and Dot Meadows; 3 brothers, Alton Price, Robert Price and Paul Price and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Jack Carl II. There will be no visitation or funeral ...

Michael Douglas Lent

Michael Douglas Lent, 49, of Parkersburg, passed away July 18, 2026, in Parkersburg. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mid-Ohio Valley Cremation Society.

Oleta Ruth Wilt

Oleta Ruth Wilt, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on Monday, July 20th, 2026, in Parkersburg, WV. Born on September 11th, 1931, in Calhoun County, WV, Oleta led a life rich with love and dedication to her family and community. Oleta had a passion ...

Gary Sheppard Wright

Gary Sheppard Wright, 80, of Ripley, passed away July 17, 2026, in Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown. Service, 1 p.m. Saturday, Casto Funeral Home, Evans, with Rev. Andrew Robinson officiating. Visitation, noon to 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial, 10 a.m. July 27, 2026, Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar. Condolences may be shared with the family at: castofuneralhome.com.

Francis Angelos

Francis Angelos, 87, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, following a brief illness, surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren. Born on September 30, 1938, Francis was the son of the late George Angelos and Sophia Angelos Haralabakos (Theofani Kokotas), ...