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Rocky Reed Crawford
Jan 20, 2025
Rocky Reed Crawford, 75 of Huntington, WV, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 at Madison Park Healthcare in Huntington with his daughter and sister by his side. He was born December 9, 1949 in Maysville, KY to the late Orville Eugene and Velma Jean Crawford.
Rocky spent his childhood in Flemingsburg, KY, where he still has many...
Dr. John Paul Sheils
Jan 20, 2025
Dr. John Paul Sheils, 89 of Miami Springs, FL, formerly of Huntington, WV, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025. He was born in Huntington on June 17th, 1935, along with his twin brother William Sol Sheils, to the late Raymond Taylor and Mary Alice (Chain) Sheils.
John graduated from Huntington East High School in 1953, Marshall University...
Frederick "Fred" L. Delp
Jan 19, 2025
Frederick L. Delp, born on April 29, 1943, in Michigan to Ella Lou Delp and Fred L. Delp, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025. His life was a testament to his faith, his devotion to family, and his profound appreciation for the beauty of God's creation.
Fred graduated from West Virginia University before serving as an...
Tina Rebecca Cox Gray
Jan 16, 2025
Tina Rebecca Cox Gray, 54 of Lesage, WV, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born July 30, 1970 in Columbus, OH.
The thing she was most proud of was being a mother. Tina loved playing games with her children – Yahtzee, Rummy and especially Dice. She always made sure her children...
Gregory Alan Zipperian
Jan 15, 2025
Gregory Alan Zipperian, 67 of Chesapeake, OH, passed away January 15, 2025 at St. Mary's Medical Center. Private family services may be held at a later date.
A full obituary will be posted here shortly, so please check back soon and leave an online condolence for his family on his tribute wall.
Sharon Beth (Lewis) Brooks
Jan 11, 2025
Sharon Beth Brooks, 84 of Chesapeake, OH, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025 in Huntington. She was born April 17, 1940 in Huntington to the late James Evan and Mary Elizabeth Lewis.
Sharon enjoyed spending time with her family at home. This was also where she loved working on her flowers out in the yard and looking...
Judy Gail Dempsey
Jan 8, 2025
In Loving Memory of Judy Dempsey
Judy, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 8th at the age of 74. Her family and friends will forever cherish the joy and love she brought into their lives.
Born on April 30, 1950 in Logan WV, Judy dedicated her life to her...
Robert Lloyd Gibson
Jan 4, 2025
Robert Lloyd Gibson, 55 of Huntington, WV, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born June 11, 1969 in Huntington to Robert and Karen Gibson.
Robert worked for Acres Paving for over 28 years. He enjoyed rebuilding and working on race cars as well as building model cars.
He...
Patricia Liza (Williamson) Wilson
Jan 4, 2025
Patricia "Chauchie" Liza Wilson 71 of Huntington, WV went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at St. Mary's Medical Center. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Beard Mortuary with Pastor Jennie Lawrence officiating. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends after 12:00...
Leola Elizabeth Boston
Dec 30, 2024
Leola Elizabeth Boston, 90 of Proctorville, OH, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at The Wyngate at RiversEdge in Proctorville. She was born November 21, 1934 in Proctorville to the late Luther and Helen Pinkerman.
Leola was deeply devoted to her husband, Robert D. Boston. They were married on August 4, 1972 in Huntington and they enjoyed...
Priscilla Leighty Beard
Dec 23, 2024
Priscilla Leighty Beard, 90, went to be with the Lord on December 23, 2024. Priscilla was born March 9, 1934, to Ryan and Mae Leighty of South Point, Ohio. Priscilla is preceded in death by her parents, Ryan and Mae Leighty; her loving husband, Tom Beard; her daughters, Annie Beard, Jan Beard Smith, and Lisa Beard Cooke; and her...
Kelly Scott Hagerman
Dec 20, 2024
Kelly Scott Hagerman, 55 of Huntington, WV, passed away December 20, 2024 in Huntington. He was born March 25, 1969 in Princeton, WV to the late Jack and Carol (Kelly) Hagerman.
He is survived by his daughters, Jackie Hinson and Kenzie Hagerman of Huntington; brothers, Jack and Michael Hagerman; grandchildren, Iliza and Gwendolyn Hinson and nephew and...
Robbie Lane Burns
Dec 3, 2024
Robbie Lane Burns, 68 of Riverside, CA passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024 in Fullerton, CA. He was born May 23, 1956 in Midland, TX to the late Ashley and Wanda Burns. He is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Burns as well as other special family and friends.
A Graveside Service will be held Friday, January...
William David Watkins
Dec 2, 2024
William David Watkins, 81, of Huntington, WV passed peacefully on December 2, 2024 at the Village at Riverview in Barboursville after a long, courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
David was born in Huntington, WV to William Worth and Gertrude Watkins who loved him dearly. He graduated from Barboursville High School and went on to study at Marshall...
Pete Thackston
Nov 29, 2024
Pete Thackston, 64 of Myrtle Beach, SC passed away Friday, November 29th, 2024. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 12th from 5:00-8:00 PM at Beard Mortuary, and Funeral Services the following day, Friday, December 13th starting at 11:00 AM at Beard Mortuary. He will be laid to rest in Woodmere Memorial Park.  He was born May 26, 1960 in...
Rickey Dale Adams
Nov 13, 2024
Rickey Dale Adams, 76 of Milton, WV, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at his home. He was born August 22, 1948 in Huntington, WV to the late Howard and Luoma (Scarberry) Adams.
Rickey enjoyed spending time with his family and church family, reading his Bible and being outside. He was a member of the Barker Ridge...
Lena "Michelle" Misner
Nov 8, 2024
Lena "Michelle" Misner, 53 or Huntington, WV, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at Cabell-Huntington Hospital. She was born February 22, 1971 in Huntington to the late Gary Rewel Misner and Linda Lou Sergent.
Michelle was a homemaker and enjoyed being outside with her Nala and all the time she could with her family and friends. Her...
Charles "Bill" William Gates, Jr.
Oct 24, 2024
Charles "Bill" William Gates, Jr., 73 of Huntington, WV, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024 in Huntington. He was born February 2, 1951 in Atlanta, GA to the late Charles William and Mary Ellen (Beard) Gates.
Bill was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from 1969 to 1972. He married D. Sharon Gates on March 26,...
Bernadette Delilah Winig
Oct 23, 2024
Bernadette Delilah Winig, 74 of Huntington, WV passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Emogene Dolin Hospice House. She was born September 3, 1950, the daughter of the late Albert and Edna Winig. She was also preceded by two sisters, Patricia and Katherine.
Bunny resided in Hawaii for many years and while a resident she made...
James "Pat" Patrick Edge
Oct 23, 2024
James "Pat" Patrick Edge, 96 of Huntington, WV, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born April 8, 1928 in Huntington to the late William W. and Margaret Mary (Carey) Edge.
Pat graduated from Huntington East High School in 1946. He was a Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army from 1946...
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