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James L. “Larry” Wise

James L. “Larry” Wise, 86, of Washington, W.Va., passed away Feb. 11, 2026, at Cedar Grove Assisted Living. Funeral, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Lubeck United Methodist Church. Visitation, 1-2:30 p.m. Burial, Lubeck Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.leavittfuneralhome.com.

Curtis Ezra Anderson

Curtis Ezra Anderson, 90, of Ripley, passed away Feb. 12, 2026, in Jackson General Hospital, Ripley. Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be provided by Casto Funeral Home, Evans. Condolences may be shared with the family at castofuneralhome.com.

Elsie Mae Hannah

Elsie Mae Hannah, 82, of New Martinsville, WV, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at New Martinsville Health & Rehabilitation. She was born August 16, 1943, in Wetzel County, WV, daughter to the late Howard and Pauline Brookover Williams. Elsie was a homemaker and attended North Parkersburg Baptist Church. She was always there to lend a helping hand to friends and family. Elsie enjoyed gardening, flowers, and she loved children. Left to cherish her memory include her sister, Sharon Efaw (Gary) of Pine Grove, WV; and her brother, Calvin Williams of Hannibal, OH; step-son, Fred ...

Carolyn Diane Johnson

Carolyn Diane Johnson, 74, of Harrisville, passed away Feb. 6, 2026, at Pine View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. There will be no public visitation or service. Vaughan Kimes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Johnson family. Those wishing to share a memory or message of comfort may sign Carolyn's guestbook available on her webpage at vaughankimes.com.

William Donald Rader

William Donald Rader, 80, of Mineral Wells, passed away Feb.11, 2026, at the Eagle Pointe Healthcare Center. At this time there will be no public services. Lambert Tatman Funeral Home, South Parkersburg, has been entrusted with William's final wishes, and are honored to serve his family.

Terry Lee Richards

Terry Lee Richards, 66, of Parkersburg, passed away Feb. 10, 2026, at his residence. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leavittfuneralhome.com.