All Obituaries

 Larry Andrew Alt, age 72 of Petersburg, WV passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Grant Memorial Hospital in Petersburg. Larry was born on February 6, 1954 in Petersburg, WV and was a son of the late Allen Bernard Alt and Dora Alice (VanMeter) Alt.  In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul Bernard Alt and Gordie Allen Alt. Larry is survived by one sister, Virginia Sue Bergdoll (Roscoe) of Moorefield, WV and one brother, David W. Alt ...

Betty Jean (Borror) Kesner, age 85, of Petersburg, WV passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026 at Grant Rehabilitation and Care Center. Betty was born on May 20, 1940 in Brandywine, WV and was a daughter of the late Rumsey Raymond Borror and Mary Ellen (Keplinger) Borror Stonestreet. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond “Bing” Harold and her second husband Emmitt Doyal Kesner;  three sisters, Wanda Stump Kesner, Juanita ...

  Helen Teresa Kifer, age 62 of Moorefield, WV passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at the home of her daughter, Amanda Barrett. Helen was born on January 15, 1964 in Middleburg, VA and was the daughter of the late James Kifer and Helen Virginia (Dolby) Kifer.  In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her soulmate, John L. Pratt and an infant daughter, Sherie Renee Pratt and an infant brother, Edward Alben Kifer. Helen is survived by two daughters, Amanda F. ...

Blaykely Michelle Cook, a cherished and beloved infant, graced this world with her presence on February 23, 2026 in Petersburg, WV. Though her time on Earth was brief, her light shone brightly, touching the hearts of all her family. Blaykely passed away surrounded by love at UPMC Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA on March 5, 2026.  Her family takes comfort knowing she is cradled in the arms of Jesus and angels. Blaykely was the treasured daughter of her loving parents, Dalton ...

  Linda Sue (Eddy) Kelley, 81, of Petersburg, West Virginia, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Grant Rehabilitation & Care Center in Petersburg. Born May 28, 1944, in Fairmont, West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Clifford Eddy and Verna (Roberts) Eddy. Linda was devoted to her family and brought love and laughter to all. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers. Linda is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Odist G. ...

 Dixie Lee (George) Shirk, age 81 of Essex, Maryland and formerly of Petersburg, WV passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Citizens Care Center in Havre De Grace, MD.  Dixie was born on February 16, 1945 in Petersburg, WV and was a daughter of the late Edward William George and Bessie Autumn (Hall) George. In addition to her parents, Dixie was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis R. Shirk, Sr. on March 22, 2025;  three brothers, Paul Victor George, Wayne George and ...

  Michael Todd Baker, age 63, of Moorefield, WV passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at his home.  Born on November 20, 1962 in Hagerstown, MD, he was a son of the late Lauren Earl Baker and Barbara Ann Malott Baker.  Mike is survived by his wife of 27 years, Kimberly (Price) Baker; one daughter, Morgan Mitchell (Shane); six sons, Christopher Baker, Joshua Andrew Baker, Zachary Baker (Allison), Joshua Caleb Baker (McKenzie), Dillon Baker (Hanna), and C J Grae ...

   Christina Ann Sawyers, age 62 of Cool Ridge, WV and formerly of Petersburg, WV  passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family. Christina was born on May 27, 1963 in Sistersville, WV, was the daughter of Douglas F. Horner and Nancy L. (Shobe) Horner of Petersburg, WV. Christina was a 1981 graduate of Petersburg High School and a graduate of WV University as a Registered Nurse and RTR ...

    Steven Allen “Punkin” Hose, age 54 of Fisher, WV passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at his home.  Steve was born on January 30, 1972 in Petersburg, WV and was a son of Jonah Steven Hose and Shirley Mae (Wolfe) Hose of Moorefield, WV.  Steve is survived by his parents, Steve and Shirley Hose of Moorefield, WV and his wife, Tracy M. (Paugh) Hose; one daughter, Kaitlyn Hose; one sister, Debra Hoover of Moorefield, WV and one brother, Christopher ...

 Carl Russell “Rusty” Cooper, Jr. age 60 of Cabins, WV passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026 result of an ATV accident on his farm. Rusty was born on April 14, 1965 in Baltimore, MD and was the son of the late Carl R. “Buzz” Cooper, Sr and Peggy L. (Harman) Cooper. In addition to his parents, Rusty was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Arlyn Haslacker.  Rusty is survived by his wife, Tina (Hesse) Cooper; four sons, David Cooper (Nathan) of ...