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Johnny Dale Weaver

Johnny Dale Weaver, 68, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away on December 13, 2025, at his home. He was born February 7, 1957, in Parkersburg, WV, a son to Mary Imogen Weaver and the late Ford “Bill” Weaver. He was a 1977 graduate of Parkersburg South High School. He dedicated 43 years of ...

Robert Lewis “Bobby” Layne

Robert Lewis “Bobby” Layne, aged 80, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, in his home surrounded by his family and loyal friends. Born on April 14, 1945, in Huntington, WV, Bobby’s life was a testament to his ...

Mark Emmett Parker

Mark Emmett Parker, 72, of Belpre passed away Dec. 12, 2025, at his residence. Per his wishes, there will be no services. Inurnment will be at Rockland Cemetery. Arrangements by Leavitt Funeral Home, Belpre.

Ronald P. Rose Jr.

Ronald P. Rose Jr., 51 of Minerva, Ohio, formerly of Palestine, passed away Dec. 10, 2025, surrounded by his family. Services will be at noon Wednesday at Matheny Whited Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday. Interment will be at McCray-Snyder Cemetery.

Milton Paul Smith

Milton Paul Smith, 68, of Auburn, Spruce Creek Community, W.Va., died on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, at his home following an extended illness. Services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at Raiguel Funeral Home, Harrisville, with the Rev. Kevin Eakle officiating. Burial will follow at the Spruce Creek Cemetery near Auburn. Visitation is from 11 a.m. until the hour of the service on Wednesday.

Hattie Marie (Ramsey) Stewart

Hattie Marie (Ramsey) Stewart, 87, of Belpre, formerly of Ripley, died Dec. 13, 2025, in The Harmar Place Community, Marietta. Services will be 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29, 2025, at Casto Funeral Home, Evans, with Jenna L. Casto officiating. Visitation will be from noon until time-of-service today at the funeral home.