James Daniel Adams, 65, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on June 18th 2021, in Aurora, WV.  He was born in Oakland, MD on December 23rd 1955, to the late Jack Teets Adams and Doris Eugenia (Sanders) Adams.     “Bubba” was a self-employed truck driver who loved his job; earning respect and gaining many friends who he met along the way.  He loved spending time taking care of his land and fishing, but most of all,...

Judy M. Stemple, 61, passed away on June 3rd, 2021, in Elkins, WV.  She was born in Oakland, MD on July 27th 1959, to the late Bobby Leroy Harsh and surviving Carolyn Harsh.     Judy graduated from East Preston High School.  For 15 years, she and her husband volunteered together as fire fighters at the Mt. Grove VFD.  She worked as a cook at Silver Lake and was also a nurse’s aide at Cuppitt & Weeks.  She enjoyed...

Matthew Alan McDowell, 58, of Davis, WV passed away on May 13, 2021 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Born on May 3, 1963 in Elkins, WV; a son to Richard McDowell and Rebecca (Friend) McDowell.    Matt was a devoted husband and proud father. He had a natural technical ability that brought him to work in power, transportation, maintenance and later earn his Bachelor’s degree in computer systems. He loved spending time outdoors near his Davis home, hunting and...

Rita Joyce (Rogers) Harsh, age 87, departed this life from her farm home near Eglon, WV to meet her Creator she so desired to meet on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, after a struggle with essential tremors.  She was born on July 31, 1933 in Mineral County, a daughter to the late Otho and Edith Roger.    She is survived by her faithful, loving husband of 68 years, Arvin; two daughters, Krista Hayes and husband Charles, and Sue Corbin and husband Richard; son, Ronnie Harsh and...

Patricia Jean Swecker “Pat” Tice April 1, 1935 – April 29, 2021   Pat was born in Windel, WV to Meda and William Swecker, Grew up in the Tygart Valley, WV with two sisters, Helen Krebs and Peg Delaney and one brother, Philip. Her life in the country taught her hard work and determination. She is survived by her three children, John Hise Jr, Candy Patsy and Richard Hise, two grandchildren Stephanie Wall and Mathew Hise. Six step children, Denzil, Dan, Fritz, David,...

David Arthur Rhodes, 76, of Thomas, WV departed this life on April 26, 2021, at Mon General Hospital in Morgantown, WV. He was in usual health and death was unexpected. Born on December 15, 1944, in Elkins, WV, he was a son of the late Arthur and Jessie Ketterman Rhodes.    David served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the 196th Light Infantry as an E3 and served his country for many years. Traveling the world, he earned many medals including:...

Glenn Earl Knotts, 78 of Red Creek, WV and former resident of Thomas, WV passed away on April 17, 2021. He was born June 27, 1943 in Fellowsville, WV to Delbert E. and Lora (Criss) Knotts. He married Patricia (Melkus) Knotts on June 20, 1970 who preceded him in death in 1998. They were loving parents of three children who survive Lori Knotts (Bill) of Portland, Oregon, Patrick (Sherri) Knotts of Bethpage, TN, and Kristy (Curtis) Simmons of Lake Wylie, SC. Glenn was the proud grandfather of...

Donna Louise Anderson, 63, of Elkins, WV passed away at Davis Memorial Hospital on April 8, 2021. She was born November 1, 1957 in Buckhannon, WV; a daughter to the late Millard Onie and Glenora Lee Gum Anderson.   Donna was a graduate of Mountaineer High School. She enjoyed crocheting and watching the Golden Girls. She loved her pets and had a special place in her heart for homeless animals. She loved spending time with her family; especially her grandchildren.    She was...

Elizabeth Eloise (Pase) Udovich, 96, of Oakland, MD, went to be with her Lord on March 28th, 2021, at Dennett Road Manor.     Born on October 15th, 1924, in Thomas, WV.  She was the daughter of the late Lee Ott and Elizabeth (Swartz) Pase.     She was a very active member of the Thomas Presbyterian Church, serving several terms as an elder.  She was also very active in the Women’s Fellowship and the Alice Duncan Bible...

DeLayne Beverly Snyder 85, of Davis, WV passed away March 11, 2021 at Cortland Acres Thomas WV.  She was born July 15, 1935 at Granite Falls Minnesota; a daughter of the late Henrick and Minnie (Trandahl) Soppeland. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William W. Snyder whom she married on Sept. 3, 1955; a brother, Mark Soppeland and granddaughter Caroline Snyder. Beverly is survived by her children William J. Snyder and wife Cynthia; Stacy Campbell and...