Joanne Louise Shahan
May 12, 2026
Joanne Louise Shahan, 92, of Oakland, passed away on May 12, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. Born on April 19, 1934, in Oakland, she was the daughter of the late Willard and Vera (Adams) Dunbar.Joanne dedicated her working life to a series of roles that reflected her strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit, beginning with her early...
Rebecca J McDowell
May 11, 2026
Rebecca Jane McDowell, 93, of Elkins, WV, passed away on May 11, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. Born on January 22, 1933, in Worthington, MD, she was the daughter of the late Richard Thomas and Mary (Spedden) Friend.Rebecca, a 1950 graduate of Davis High School, was a devoted member of the United Methodist Church of Elkins and...
John Edwin Ross Jr.
May 11, 2026
John Edwin Ross, Jr., 91, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, at Devlin Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Cumberland, MD, following a year in hospice care.
Born January 11, 1935, in Westernport, he was the son of the late John Edwin and Frances "Topsy" (Barrick) Ross.
A lifelong resident of Westernport, John graduated from Bruce High School in 1953 and...
Dora Lee Clark
May 9, 2026
Dora Lee (Simon) Clark, 79, of Kitzmiller, MD, has gone home to be with The Lord on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Ruby Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born September 6, 1946, in Shaw, WV, she was the daughter of the late Acie Zeewingle and Minnie Marie (Summerville) Simon.She is also preceded in death by her loving husband of...
Joyce Elaine Wood
May 6, 2026
Joyce (Delaney) Wood, 59, of Harman, passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2026, just two days before her birthday, May 8, 1966. Joyce was married to her loving husband, Kenny for 18 years and was a devoted wife, family member and a dear friend whose kindness and warm spirit touched all who knew her.
Joyce found her greatest happiness in...
Bishop Robert W. Fletcher, PHD
May 4, 2026
It is with celebratory hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce "The Celebration" of Bishop Robert Wayne Fletcher, affectionately known as Bob or Papi, on May 4, 2026. Bob departed this world peacefully at the hospital, surrounded by the loving embrace of his family, and went to his heavenly home. Born on August 20, 1957, in...
Roger Allen Forman
May 1, 2026
Roger Forman lived a life marked by quiet strength, kindness, and a humility that never asked to be noticed. He passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, after a long journey with Parkinson's Disease, which had gradually hijacked his physical abilities and silenced his voice, but never touched the character of the man he remained.
Roger filled a room with natural...
Barbara Ellen Long
Apr 26, 2026
Barbara Ellen Long, 82, of Baltimore, passed away on April 26, 2026. Born on January 18, 1944, in Thomas, she was the daughter of the late Clayton and Violet (Keiper) Watring. Barbara, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, built a fulfilling life centered around her Family and hard work, faith, and simple joys. She served many years as a dedicated...
Marjorie A Lee
Apr 25, 2026
Marjorie A. Lee, 90, of Swanton, MD, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on September 19, 1935, in Swanton, MD, she was the daughter of the late Sara (Sharpless) & Harlan Burk Friend. Marjorie was known for always having fun and living a life full of love, faith, and strength....
Ferol Ann Stickley
Apr 14, 2026
Ferol Ann Stickley, 88, of Oakland died on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Garrett Regional Medical Center. Born on October 26, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Art and Lavina Mae Dorsey.
In her younger years, Ferol was an operator for the phone company and the railroad. She also shared her talent as a cook.
She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Zabetakis...
Martin Frances Wach
Apr 13, 2026
Martin F. Wach, AKA: "Dad", "Daddy", "Grandpa Marty Wach", and "Marty the Gardener", 82, of Davis, passed away from natural causes on April 13, 2026. He is survived by his spouse of 59 years, Delia Bowman Wach, and his two daughters: Holly Wach and Heather Bittinger, as well as four grandchildren: Cali, Teya, Logan, and Morena. He is also survived...
Leota Beatrice Warnick
Apr 12, 2026
Leota Beatrice (Niner) Warnick, 99, of Oakland, passed away on April 12, 2026, at Garrett Regional Medical Center. Born on August 31, 1926, in Crellin, she was the daughter of the late Charles William and Cora Elizabeth (Bucklew) Niner.
Leota was a humble and devoted homemaker who found her greatest joy in caring for her family, especially her beloved grandchildren. She...
Edward Mikel Elicky
Apr 11, 2026
Edward Mikel Elicky, 93, of Oakland, passed away on April 11, 2026, at Dennett Rehab Center. Born on June 3, 1932, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Joseph John and Virginia (Gurzac) Elicky.Edward was a man who truly embraced life's simple pleasures and competitive spirit. He loved playing cards, with Texas Hold 'em and poker being...
Linda Lee Van Vranken
Apr 5, 2026
Linda Lee VanVranken, 83, of New Creek, passed away on April 5, 2026. Born on March 21, 1943, in Schuylerville, New York, she was the daughter of the late Elwin Laverne VanVranken and Audrey May (Bellamy) VanVranken.
Linda spent many years working as a hairdresser, a career that reflected her creativity and her love for connecting with others. She also found...
Marvin Eugene Guthrie
Apr 1, 2026
Marvin Eugene "Dino" Guthrie, 56, of Mtn. Lake Park, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Born July 30, 1969, at Fort Dix, New Jersey, to the late Marvin Galen and Sylvia May (Smith) Guthrie, who survives. He got his nickname, Dino, from his maternal grandmother. Being a bit more mischievous than his older brothers, she called him Dino,...
Sherry Lynn Graham
Mar 31, 2026
Sherry Lynn (Fickes) Graham, 75, of Oakland, MD, passed away on March 31, 2026, at Garrett Regional Medical Center. Born on July 10, 1950, in Oakland, she was the daughter of the late Charles William Sr. and Iva Mae (Vanmeter) Fickes. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a truly special woman whose love, strength, and...
Debra Ann Sweitzer
Mar 30, 2026
Debra Ann Sweitzer, 72, of Swanton, passed away on March 30, 2026. Born on December 14, 1953, in Portsmouth, VA, she was the daughter of the late Clarence "WhiB" Mellinger and Bessie Carolina (Brown) Mellinger, who survives.Debra was a proud graduate of Southern High School. She worked at the Swanton Store and Bausch & Lomb before serving as office manager...
Charles Edd Davis Sr.
Mar 28, 2026
Charles Edd Davis, Sr., 85, of Oakland, Maryland, affectionately known as "Edd," passed away peacefully at his home on March 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 20, 1941, in Island Creek (Athens), WV, he was the son of the late Charles Milton and Corine Lilly Davis.
Edd graduated from Kenwood High School in Baltimore, Maryland, and built a successful...
Robert Martin Snyder Jr
Mar 26, 2026
Robert "Bobby" Martin Snyder, Jr. passed away on March 26, 2026, from a sudden medical event. He was born on December 10, 1948, and spent much of his childhood traveling the world with his family, as his father served as a U.S. diplomat.
Bobby graduated from Randolph-Macon Academy in Front Royal, Virginia, and went on to study architecture and interior design...
Gwendolyn Diane Rapp
Mar 22, 2026
Gwendolyn Diane Rapp, 71, of Davis, WV, passed away March 22, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. Born on June 6, 1954, in Charleston, WV, she was the daughter of the late Glen Bratton and Clarice Lola (Hamrick) Samples.
Gwendolyn was a beloved graduate of Mountaineer High School who continued her education at Fairmont State College and Potomac State...



