Obituary Listing

Jun 27, 2024

Terry Chester Matheny age 71, of Leon, WV passed away Thursday June 27, 2024, at Cedar Ridge Center in Sissonville, WV.

Terry was a twin and one of 13 siblings born on April 16, 1953, in Mason County, WV to the late Roy Abraham and Ermma (Bodkin) Matheny. He is also preceded in death by one brother,...

Jun 13, 2024

Homer Eugene Whittington went home to his Lord on Thursday morning, June 13, 2024. Homer was born October 7, 1932, in Leon, West Virginia, to William (Bill) and Mildred Whittington.

He served his country as a corporal in the U. S. Army 22nd Infantry Regiment in Germany in 1953-1954.  He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal,...

Jun 7, 2024

Kathleen Virginia Mayes, 101, of Henderson, WV, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at her home. She was retired from Bernadine's Department Store, in Gallipolis and also had worked at the WV Malleable Iron. She was born March 12, 1923, in Mason County, a daughter of the late James and Elsie McDermitt. In addition to her parents, she...

Jun 4, 2024

Leonard F. "Buster" Riffle, 89, of Point Pleasant, passed away Tuesday evening, June 4, 2024, at Holzer Medical Center. He was formerly the mayor of Point Pleasant and was the first councilman-at-large. He retired from Celanese, in Gallipolis Ferry.  He was born February 21, 1935, a son to the late Frank Leonard and Gertrude (Truett) Riffle. In addition to...

May 30, 2024

Merlie Justine (DeVault) Hart, 85, of Leon, WV, passed into the arms of her Savior on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at her home. She was born November 14, 1938, in Leon, a daughter of the late Elzie and Grace (Wheeler) DeVault. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sisters, Avalee Snyder, Mary Stewart,...

May 24, 2024

Brenda Sue (Bonecutter) Holley passed away on May 24, 2024, at the age of 71 at her home in Point Pleasant, WV.

Brenda was a loving soul who loved the Lord more than anything. Her caring nature and unwavering faith were evident to all who knew her. She always placed the needs of others above her own...

May 21, 2024

Carlisle DeWitt, 73, of Logan, OH, and formerly of Point Pleasant, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Main St. Terrace Care Center, in Lancaster, OH. He was retired from Kaiser Aluminum, was a 1968 graduate of Point Pleasant High School, and also a U.S. Army veteran. He was also an active bowler. Born May 24, 1950, in...

May 17, 2024

David M. Sword age 73 of Point Pleasant, WV., passed away at his home surrounded by his family.

David was born February 21, 1951in Springfield, Ohio to the late Ernest and Louise (Dalton) Sword.

Besides his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, Terry Sword of Springfield, OH.

David would tell...

May 5, 2024

Daniel William Higginbotham age 40 of Henderson, WV departed this life and went home to be with the Lord on Sunday May 5, 2024. Daniel's passing will be mourned by all who knew and loved him.

Daniel was born on January 16, 1984, at Pleasant Valley Hospital to his loving parents Carol E. Higginbotham and Carol Y....

Apr 24, 2024

Phyllis Ann (Flora) White age 73, of Gallipolis Ferry, WV passed away early Wednesday April 24, 2024, in her home surrounded by her family.

Phyllis was born September 26, 1950 in Boone, Co. W.V.,  and is preceded in death by her father, mother Eloise Flora, and four brothers.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother,...

Apr 24, 2024

Sidney O. "Sid" Gibbeaut, 77, of Leon,  went home to his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at the James, at Ohio State University. Sid was retired from AEP River Operations. He was a member of the First Church of God, and was an avid outdoorsman, whether fishing or hunting, or just simply being outdoors.

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Apr 23, 2024

Willard Arthur Pierson, 78, of Leon, WV, passed from this life of struggle into his heavenly home, on April 23, 2024. Willard was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1967, where he served in the Vietnam War. He worked at Foote Mineral and Malleable Iron. He was also the co-owner of Pierson Brothers Sporting Goods, with his brother, Douglas,...

Apr 13, 2024

Charles Jacob Gleason Jr., age 71 of Letart, WV passed away unexpectedly on Saturday April 13, 2024 while working the farm with his brother.

Charles was born December 12, 1952 in Point Pleasant, WV to the late Charles J. Gleason Sr. and Sarah A. Johnson Gleason.

Besides his parents Charles is preceded in death by...

Apr 10, 2024

Nina Jane Richmond Syx, 88, of Wellston, Ohio received her heavenly wings on April 10th, 2024 after suffering with multiple illnesses.  Nina was born on June 30th, 1935 to John and Ora Richmond in Redhouse, WV.

Nina had a successful wood crafting business for many years prior to retiring several years ago due to health issues.  Prior...

Apr 7, 2024

Brenda Gale (Davis) Plants age 66, of Gallipolis Ferry, WV passed away at her home on Sunday April 7, 2024, surrounded by family.

Brenda was born April 29, 1957 in Milton, WV to the late Millard and Cornelia (Holley) Davis.

Brenda was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed gardening, watching the hummingbirds and...

Apr 4, 2024

Morty Gilley, 70, of Point Pleasant, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Pleasant Valley Rehabilitation Center. He was a retired storeroom supervisor for AEP. He was born September 9, 1953, in Gallipolis, a son to the late Albert M., Jr. and Nelda Jane (Brewer) Gilley.

Morty is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Kris and...

Mar 30, 2024

Janice G. Martin age 69 of Ronceverte, WV passed away on March 30, 2024 while at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, OH.

Services fo Janice will be handled by Lantz Funeral Home in Buckeye, WV.

Family and friends may express condolences online at: crowhussellfh.com

Mar 23, 2024

Darlene Jane Hussell, 60, of Point Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Cabell-Huntington Hospital. She was a registered respiratory therapist.. She was born August 10, 1963, in Gallipolis, OH, a daughter of the late Edward J. Hussell, and Connie Jo (Hickman) Hussell. In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by her sister,...

Mar 16, 2024

Herbert "Donald" Henderson, 89, of Henderson entered into the presence of his Heavenly Father on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

Don was born July 17, 1934, in Henderson, WV, son of Rose Forrest (Dickerson) and Herbert Thomas Henderson.

Don was a lifelong farmer with a true passion for his...

Mar 12, 2024

John Wayne Kapp, Sr. age 69 of Mason, WV passed away Tuesday March 12, 2024 at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV.

Keeping with John's wishes there will not be any public services.

Family and friends may express condolences online at: crowhussellfh.com