Mercedes Marie Chambers, Jr., 66, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024. She was born October 29,1957, to late parents, James Howard Chambers, Sr., and Mercedes Chambers, Sr., and raised in Rand, West Virginia. Mercedes grew up with her cousins from Roanoke, Virginia,  Lisa Turpin, Zain Turpin, and Tony Turpin, and cousin, Van Turpin. She was close to them all. Mercedes attended Dupont Jr. High School and Dupont High School. After graduating in 1975, she attended Marshall University...

Patricia Ann Craft, 74, of Dunbar, West Virginia, passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Hubbard Hospice House. Pat, born May 17, 1949, is the daughter of the late Gladys Obey and James Howard of New York. Pat was an avid lover of yard sales and flea markets. She called it her Saturday ritual. Pat also loved getting lottery tickets from any other state, as well as WV. Pat is preceded in death by her husband, William “Ronnie” Craft, daughter, Tonya...

Theresa Yvette Wells Garrett, 61, a cherished soul, departed from this world and entered the arms of Heaven on Saturday, January 20, 2024, in Charleston, West Virginia. She was born April 16, 1962, at Confederate Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. Theresa was a beloved daughter of the late Louis “L.T.” Wells and Willie Faye Collins. Known for her genuine authenticity, her presence radiated outspoken vibrancy, and Theresa’s commitment to her children, and siblings was a...

William Howard “Bill” Brady, 83, of Dunbar, West Virginia, passed away peacefully Friday, January 19, 2024, at Hubbard Hospice West at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston. He was the first of five children born to the late Ernest Edward and Mattie Brady in Charleston. William attended public school in Charleston and was employed at Charleston General Hospital for several years before moving into construction work in Charleston. He operated Charleston Wrecker Towing...

Welford “Larry” Haines, Jr., affectionately known as “Lil Larry”, 44 of Charleston, WV, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024, from complications of a chronic illness. Larry is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, where he enlisted from 1999 until 2006. He worked in Intelligence, which took him to Kuwait for one tour, then was stationed in Yuma, AZ, for the duration of his service. After an honorable discharge, Larry was employed by National Travel Service, the U.S....

Kai Edward Haynes, 73, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away January 4, 2024, at Hubbard Hospice House. He was born in Charleston February 9, 1950, to the late Henry and Mary Haynes. Kai was a graduate of Charleston High School and attended West Virginia State College and Morris Harvey College. Known for a long career as a professional musician, Kai was revered by many for his artistry as a bass player. The groups that he was a member include: the King Sound Interpreters, Silver...

Belinda Elaine “Lindy” Saunders, 63, gained her wings Friday, December 22, 2023, at 11:20 p.m. She was born at Richmond Memorial Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, May 28, 1960, to the late Geraldine E. Morris (Reuben C. Morris, stepfather) and late father, Arthur Elmo Stevens, of Caroline County, Virginia. Lindy was a firm believer in Jesus Christ, spending many years attending Temple of Faith Ministries in Cross Lanes, WV, where she was formerly a member. In recent years, she...

Teena Yvette Williams, of Charleston, West Virginia, departed this life peacefully, after a short illness Monday, December 18, 2023. She was born in Charleston but spent most of her childhood growing up in Flint, Michigan. Teena was born to Sharon Diane Little and Cass Banks Carter. She later married the late Ira I. Williams of Montgomery, WV. Teena was surely a loving, caring, free-spirited soul that never met a stranger. Preceding Teena in death were her grandparents, William...

Abel Lamont "Bam" Stukes, Jr., left his earthly body Wednesday, December 13, 2023. He was born April 23, 1975, the only child to loving parents, Abel Stukes, Sr., and Brenda Stukes. Abel was educated in Bronx County schools and graduated from Job Corp in 1993 with a high school diploma and a Certificate in Carpentry. He had a great childhood and was surrounded by family and love. Abel was always a sweet soul, even during childhood. From being in his father’s candy store to...

Michael Emmett Howard, Sr., 73, of Cross Lanes, West Virginia, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023. It is with profound sadness that the family announces his peaceful passing. Born to Richard and Anna Howard on June 24, 1950, Michael was a graduate of Montgomery High School and Shepherd College. He retired as Human Resources Manager after 34 years at American Electric Power. Michael loved his family, job, and coworkers. He held memberships in both the Salvation Army and Omega Psi Phi...