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Harold Kerby

Harold Kerby, 84, passed into Jesus' arms early morning on April 4, 2026. He was called Jake by his friends or Harry. But his favorite name was Dad, Pops, Popaw or Poppy by his family. Jake had a deep love for his Lord and was known for his Christian walk. He was a member of Southside ...

Beatrice Bell Lance

Beatrice Bell Lance, 55, of Parkersburg passed away April 2, 2026, at the Camden Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg.The family will have a memorial service at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg.

Nancy Lee Roberts

Nancy Lee Roberts, 78, of Parkersburg, WV., passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, at Worthington Nursing Home. She was born in Parkersburg, WV, a beloved daughter of the late Charles H. Braden and Helen V. (Vanscoy) Braden. Nancy was a dedicated employee of JC Penney for fifteen years, where she was known for her kindness and strong work ethic. She was also a faithful member of North Parkersburg Baptist Church where she served as a deaconess for many years. Above all, Nancy found joy in life’s simple pleasures including baking and sharing her homemade desserts with family and ...

Jackson L. Simmons

Jackson L. Simmons, 76, of Palestine, W.Va., passed away April 5, 2026. Visitation, 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Matheny Whited Funeral Home. Funeral, 11 a.m. Thursday at Matheny Whited Funeral Home, with Pastor Jason Stutler officiating. Interment will follow at Two Runs Cemetery in Palestine, W.Va.

Charles T. Skinner

Charles T. Skinner, 78, of Waverly, passed away April 4, 2026, at Eagle Pointe Healthcare Center. Military Graveside Service, 11 a.m. Friday, April 17, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg.

Funeral Services

COOLEY, Eric Lee - Visitation, 6-8 p.m. today at John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer. FREDERICK, Sharon Diane - Funeral, 1 p.m., Wednesday, Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, Green St., Parkersburg. Visitation, noon to 1 p.m. Interment, Forest Lawn Memorial Garden, Columbus. GARNES, Robert Leo - Service, 7 p.m. today, Casto Funeral Home, Evans. Visitation, 6-7 p.m.. OLIVER, Linda Diane (Showalter) - Service, 11 a.m. Friday, at St. Margaret Mary Church, Parkersburg. Visitation, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Thursday, at Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg.