Obituaries

Leo McBee

Leo McBee

Aug 10, 2025

James "Leo" McBee, 90, of Oakland, went to his heavenly home to be with his Lord on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Born on September 5, 1934, in Berkeley Springs, WV, he was the son of the late John Glenwood McBee and Evalyn Leona (Clark) McBee.

Leo worked for Naylor's Hardware in the 1950's and 60's, and served in the Army National...

Oliver Sharpless

Oliver Sharpless

Aug 6, 2025

Oliver Sharpless, aka Pap, a devoted father, proud veteran, and lifelong craftsman, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025. Born in Swanton, Maryland in 1945, Oliver moved to Lake County, Ohio in 1955, where he built a life rooted in hard work, service, and love for his family.

A Vietnam War veteran, Oliver served with honor in the United States Army,...

Cathy Wilt

Cathy Wilt

Aug 5, 2025

Cathy Sue Wilt, 73, of Oakland, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Garrett Regional Medical Center. Born on January 15, 1952, in Morgantown, WV, she was the daughter of the late Benson W. Unger, Sr. and Susan M. (Yeager) Unger.

Cathy worked for Appalachian Crossroads in Oakland for 34 years. In her free time, enjoyed shopping and spending time...

Robert Lee

Robert Lee

Aug 4, 2025

Robert E. "General Lee" Lee, 66, of Kitzmiller, passed away on August 4, 2025, at his home. Born on August 26, 1958, in Columbus, OH, he was the son of the late John W. Lee, Jr. and Frances (Hensler) Lee.

Robert loved hunting, camping, and UTV riding. Most of the time you would find him wearing camo while outdoors. He never...

Lillian Foster

Lillian Foster

Jul 31, 2025

Lillian Amor Foster, beloved infant daughter of Cody Foster and Leslie Jamerson, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 31, 2025, at Ruby Memorial WVU Hospital.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Brian and Christy Evans, and Kendra Thiess; and her siblings, Julian Carrillo, Miya Bean, and Ravyn Bean.

Private interment was in the White...

Rebecca Woods

Rebecca Woods

Jul 30, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" Ann Woods, 61, of Stafford, VA, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Thomas, WV. Born on December 4, 1963, in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of the late Donald Woods and Betty (Shepard) Woods, who survives.

Becky, a Woodbridge Senior High School alumna, dedicated 36 years to the Stafford County School System as a cafeteria...

Christine Mellinger

Christine Mellinger

Jul 30, 2025

Christine Armenta Mellinger, 91, of Swanton, passed away on July 30, 2025, at her daughter's home in Terra Alta, WV. Born on September 20, 1933, in Bunnlevel, NC, she was the daughter of the late Charles Preston McKee, Sr. and Helen Gertrude (Sears) McKee.

Christine spent most of her life being a military wife and mother. She was a member of...

Pauline Kitzmiller

Pauline Kitzmiller

Jul 28, 2025

Pauline Mae (Paugh) Kitzmiller, 95, of Kitzmiller, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 28, 2025. Born in Kitzmiller, she was the daughter of the late General Miles Paugh and Myrtle Ethel (Harvey) Paugh.

Pauline graduated from "Kitzy High" in 1949. Her senior motto was, "The greatest pleasure of life is love", so she married her high school...

Nancy Sherry

Nancy Sherry

Jul 27, 2025

Nancy Jane Sherry, 80, of Fort Ashby, WV, passed away on July 27, 2025. She was born on September 21, 1944.

Nancy's request for cremation was honored. There are no services scheduled at this time.

The Fredlock & Fenner Funeral Homes - Piedmont Chapel, is honored to be caring for Nancy.

Craig Snyder

Craig Snyder

Jul 24, 2025

Craig Donald Snyder, 80, of Davis, passed away at his home on July 24, 2025. Born on September 23, 1944, in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Peter Grosz Jr., and Connie Grosz.

Craig, raised in a military family, lived in various places, including Panama, which he fondly remembered. He attended Fishburne Military Academy in Waynesboro, Virginia, where...

Hazel Sherwood

Hazel Sherwood

Jul 24, 2025

Hazel Mae (Steiding) Sherwood, 98, formerly of Oakland and most recently, Morgantown, died on July 24, 2025, at Harmony of Morgantown. Born on May 16, 1927, in Cumberland, she was the daughter of the late Charles Albert and Mae Belle (Cunningham) Steiding.

Hazel was a graduate of Bruce High School and West Virginia Wesleyan College, where she earned her bachelor's degree....

Nancy Feather

Nancy Feather

Jul 22, 2025

Nancy Lou Feather, 68, of Aurora, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, at Hospice of the Panhandle in Kearneysville, WV. Born on September 30, 1956, in Cambridgeshire, England, Nancy was the beloved daughter of the late Jim and Peggy Houser. A devoted educator, lifelong learner, and fierce advocate for empathy, she earned her Master of Social Work...

Nicholas Theodore

Nicholas Theodore

Jul 18, 2025

Nicholas Theodore, 88, of Hurricane, WV, passed away on July 18, 2025. Born on December 23, 1936, in Fallowfield Township, of Washington County, PA, he was the son John Tividor and Anna Ondich.

Nicholas dedicated over 30 years of his life to the United States Marine Corps, exemplifying unwavering commitment and service. To enhance his skills, he completed Special Warfare School...

Leona Fike

Leona Fike

Jul 16, 2025

Leona Mae Fike, 89, of Kitzmiller, passed away on July 16, 2025. Born on September 9, 1935, in Kitzmiller, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Leola (Tichnell) Tasker.

Leona dedicated many years of her life to education, serving as a teaching assistant for the Garrett County Board of Education until her retirement. A woman of deep faith, she...

Andrew Beckman

Andrew Beckman

Jul 10, 2025

Andrew Scott Beckman, 51, of Swanton passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Born on January 25, 1974, in Montgomery County, Maryland, Andrew was adopted by Melvin and Dottie Beckman of North Glade when he was six months old.

During his time with us, Andrew became his dad's shadow, remaining in the family home from his adoption until...

James Little

James Little

Jul 10, 2025

James Madison Harpold Little, 42, passed away on July 10, 2025, after a courageous battle against cancer. Born on April 19, 1983, he was the son of Michael Harpold and Linda Little who survive.

James was an extraordinary individual whose life was a testament to selfless devotion and unwavering faith, dedicating himself from a young age to the noble pursuit of...

Ronald Sunny

Ronald Sunny

Jul 8, 2025

Ronald LeRoy Sunny, 84, of Oakland, passed away on July 8, 2025, at Devlin Manor in Cumberland. Born on May 17, 1941, in Brownsville, PA, he was the son of the late John Paul Sunny (Szanyi) and Julianna Beres Sunny.

Ronald served with distinction in the United States Army from 1959 to 1989, embodying dedication as a Drill Sergeant, S2,...

Barbara Lucas

Barbara Lucas

Jul 7, 2025

Barbara Jane (Chiater) Lucas, 78, of Kitzmiller, passed away at her home on July 7, 2025. Born on August 16, 1946, in Fairmont, WV, she was the daughter of the late Steve Chiater and Emily Joann Haught.

Barbara worked as a building manager for VMI Russell Building. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

She is survived by...

Mary Rodeheaver

Mary Rodeheaver

Jul 6, 2025

Mary Ellen Rodeheaver, 92, of Oakland, MD, passed away on July 6, 2025 at Dennett Rehab Center. Born on September 28, 1932, in Swanton, she was the daughter of the late James Wilmer and Viola Gerturde (Beckman) Friend.

Mary graduated from Oakland High School, and for 27 years worked as a baker at Brownings Foodland. She was a member of the...

Barbara Dawson

Barbara Dawson

Jun 30, 2025

Barbara Dawson, 84, of Elk Garden, passed away at her home on June 30, 2025. Born on March 14, 1941, in Kitzmiller, she was the daughter of the late Alta Solomon.

Barbara attended the Elk Garden School and spent most of her life as a homemaker. She enjoyed tending to her garden in the summertime, and loved reading and sewing.

She is...