Obituaries

OBITUARIES

Judith Elaine McCune

Judith Elaine McCune, 74, of Farmdale, OH departed this life Sunday, October 10, 2021, at her residence.

Judith was born January 8, 1947, in Gilmore County, WV, a daughter to the late Jesse Leroy Sims and Caryl (Snyder) McPherson.

Judith worked at Veggie Farms and then Nescor Plastic Plant for many years. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and decorating her yard. She also loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren.

Judith is survived by her children, Edith Perine of Hillsboro, OH, Sandra Perine of New Milton, WV, Phillip McCune of Alliance, OH, and Julia Grubb of West Union, WV; 10 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and sister, CoLette Thomas.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband Franklin D. McCune and several brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will be held 1pm on Saturday, October 16th, 2021, at McCullough Rogers Funeral Home in Pennsboro, WV with Dale Parker Sr. officiating. Burial will follow at the Point Pleasant Cemetery, in Oxford, WV.  Visitation will take place 11:30am -1pm before the service on Saturday.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mcculloughraiguel.com

Terrie Jo Diamond Chapman


Terrie Jo Diamond Chapman, 63, of Fairmont passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital. Terrie was born July 5, 1958 in McComb, MS, the daughter of the late James Edward Diamond Sr and Peggy Joyce Stansbury Diamond.
Terrie graduated from Doddridge County High School, Class of 1976. She worked as an aide at the Salem Center.  She enjoyed reading, knitting, doing crossword puzzles, loved her family and her animals. 
Terrie is survived by her fiancé of over twenty-seven years, Kenny Loran Waterman; one daughter, Leah Mae Waterman Chapman, Fairmont; four siblings, Wendy Marie Diamond Satterfield and Terry, McComb, MS, Linda Diamond Reyes, Troy, OH, Kim Diamond Flores and Bertin, Katy, TX, David Paul Diamond and Tamora, Terry, MS; only surviving aunt, Judith Ash, Salem, WV; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents, Terrie was preceded in death by her by two siblings, Deborah Lynn Diamond, and James Edward Diamond Jr. 
Family will receive friends at Davis Funeral Home, 124 Olen Thomas Drive Clarksburg, WV 26301, on Friday, October 15, 2021 from 11:00AM until time of Funeral Service at 1:00PM. Online condolences can be made at www.DavisFuneralHomeWV.com. Davis Funeral Home is honored to assist the Diamond family.  

Marvin Kline Crane,
Marvin Kline Crane, 73, of Williamstown, WV passed away October 15, 2021, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
Marvin was born October 5, 1948, in Greenwood, WV, a son of the late Cecil Ford and Wilma Grace (Leggett) Crane.
Marvin graduated from Doddridge County High School, he attended Glenville State College after high school where he obtained a degree in Secondary Education, Social Studies, and then received a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling at West Virginia University.  Marvin spent his lifetime as a Christian Mental Health Counselor. He worked as an Individual, group, and family counselor at Eastern Panhandle Mental Health Center, his own private practice, Marvin Crane, MS, LPC, as a counselor at Schwabe & Associates, and then a Mental Health Counselor at Robert E. Sams, MD, LLC.  
Marvin attended Greenwood United Methodist Church, Big Tygart United Methodist, and was currently going to Cross Roads Open Air Sanctuary.
He served in the United States Army Reserves for about 10 years, as a Sgt E-5.
Marvin is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Glenda Kay (Doak) Crane; sons, Kenny (Christina) and Kevin Lumeyer; sister, Diana (Gene) Cumpston; grandchildren, Bryanna and Hannah West, and Logan and Anna Lumeyer; brother and sister-in-law, Wanda and Joe Richards, and Luwanna and Ralph (Bro) Lariscy; and several loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Alvin Crane.
Funeral services will take place 1pm Friday, October 22, 2021 at McCullough Rogers Funeral Home in Pennsboro, WV with Rock Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery in Greenwood, WV. Visitation will be held the night before from 4pm-8pm.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.McCulloughRaiguel.com

Ray Wayne Harper

Family and Friends said goodbye to Ray Wayne Harper on October 11th 2021.  Ray was the 2nd of 6 children to Brooks and Opal Rinehart Harper.  He was born at home on May 20th, 1932.

In 1950, Ray graduated from Cairo High School and shortly after was inducted into the army.  After completing basic training he was shipped to Korea into the thick of battle.  The truce was signed while he was still there, and he was discharged in Oct. 1954.  In Jan, 1955 at the CHS basketball game he was introduced to his future wife Sandra Beth Sprang by his cousin Fay Harper.  They were married July 9, 1955. 

Ray lived a long and rewarding life, all of which he spent on Rt. 1 of Cairo, WV, except for his time while serving in the military.  He was a man who enjoyed working hard.  He was a farmer, timber man, and saw miller.  He enjoyed other interests too like owning and riding horses, gardening, hunting and playing golf.  At the age of 53 he retired from DuPont, but during those working years he continued to enjoy all his other endeavors.

It was a lifelong desire of Ray’s to make good choices and serve God, as his friends and family can attest.  He faithfully attended Nutter Farm UMC, even while working his DuPont shifts.  He was a member of Cairo AF & AM #114 Masonic Lodge, where he served various offices and served as Master of the Lodge.  He was past Worthy Patron of Cairo Chapter #39 OES and a member of Pennsboro Commandery # 20.

Ray is survived by his wife of 66 years, 6 sons and their wives, 12 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren.  Sons Mark (Jan) of Cairo, WV; Mike (Anita) of Lorain, OH; Matthew (Shauna) of Washington, WV; Brent (Tammy) of Cairo, WV; Scott (Kim) of Pennsboro, WV; and Brock (Tara) of Cairo, WV.  He is also survived by his brother Donald (Charlotte) Harper and sister Louella Hannah-Reaser.

Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, were three brothers, Brooks “June”, Roy, and Stanley Harper and sister-in-law, Mescal Grimm Smith.

Funeral services are to be held at 2 PM, Sunday, October 17, 2021 at Raiguel Funeral Home in Harrisville with NFUMC Pastor Tom Hall, former NFUMC Pastor Danny McVey and Pastor Dan Martin officiating.  Interment will be at the Terry Cemetery, just a fourth of a mile from his home.  Visitation will be Saturday from 4-8 PM.  Masks would be appreciated. 

The family would like to personally thank Housecalls Hospice for taking such good care of Ray, especially nurses Brittany and Tabby.  In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Nutter Farm UM Church or Cairo Alumni Association c/o Linda Evans, PO Box 204, Cairo, WV 26337.

Rodney C. Jones of Clarksburg, WV went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 16, 2021.
Rodney was born August 28, 1948 in Parkersburg, WV, a son to the late Cecil Preston and Cormalee (Pernell) Jones.
He married Jean Pierce Cole Jones on July 22, 1994, who survives him. Married for 27 years, it was a time of bliss for both.
He spent his lifelong career serving Doddridge County Schools as a principal and teacher for several years. He even continued upon retirement as a substitute teacher until last year in 2020. Rodney was a principal at Sedalia Elementary, Greenwood Elementary, Middle Island Grade School, and he taught sixth grade history at Doddridge County Middle School. Rodney was active in the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department as Chief, Assistant Chief, training, leader, V.P. and firefighter for 20 plus years. He also served in the Marine Corp.
Rodney enjoyed motorcycles but his Indian Chiefs that he owned were dear to his heart. He was passionate and very knowledgeable about history, and was an avid Doddridge County Bulldog fan.
Rodney is survived by one son, Jason Jones and his wife Misty of Pennsboro, WV; one stepdaughter, Lola Brown and husband Jimmy of Salem, WV; one stepson Michael Cole and his wife Patty of Salem, WV. He was a proud grandpa and survived by grandson, Jared Jones; granddaughters, Amber and Ava Jones all of Pennsboro, WV; and step-granddaughters, Brandie Combs (Wes) of Independence, KY, Hannah Bland (Mark) of Clarksburg, WV, and Alexis Cole of Salem, WV; and great step-grandchildren, Halle and Haven Bland, Lynlie, Lyla, and Levi Combs. Rodney is also survived by one brother, Randy Jones (Sue) of Pennsboro, WV; nephews, Brad, Preston, and Cody Jones; brother-in-law, Bill Pierce; and sister-in-law, Maida Vawter (Bill) of Indiana.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step daughter Sheila Board.
Funeral services will be held at 1pm Thursday, October 21, 2021, at McCullough Rogers Funeral Home in Pennsboro, WV with Reverend Jeff Stufanov Officiating. Burial will follow in the Knights of Pythias Cemetery in Salem, WV. Visitation will take place the day prior, 4pm-8pm, Wednesday.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.McCulloughRaiguel.com

Rodney “Buck” Kinney

Rodney “Buck” Kinney 68 of West Union departed this life on Thursday, October 14, 2021 in the United Hospital Center, Bridgeport.  He was born at Central Station on November 1, 1952 a son of the late Russell and Ruth Nicholson Kinney.

Surviving are two brothers, Richard Kinney, West Union, Russell Kinney, Nutter Fort, and several nieces and nephews.  He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Ray, Ronnie & Robert Kinney.

Buck enjoyed hunting, riding four wheelers and all outdoor activities.  He was a loving brother and uncle and will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Private visitation and funeral services were held in the Spurgeon Funeral Home, West Union.  Interment followed in the Masonic Memorial Park with Pastor Stephen Engle presiding.  Expressions of sympathy may be extended to the family at www.spurgeonfunerals.com.  Spurgeon Funeral Home is privileged to serve the Kinney family.

George Lawrence ”Bud” 

Gagnon

George Lawrence “Bud” Gagnon 84, of West Union passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at United Hospital Center. He was born on February 20, 1937 in Springfield, MA the son of the late Donald Arthur and Ruth Swift Gagnon.

George is survived by his wife of forty-seven years, Susan Kathie Calhoun Gagnon; three sons, Jeremy, Central Station, WV, Lucas (Coyne), Moorefield, WV, Adam (Crystal), Big Isaac; one daughter, Dawn Bennett, Oneonta, NY; eight grandchildren, Alana Minor, Levi Bonner, Abby Gagnon, Maysun Gagnon, Amelia Gagnon, Cameron Cramer, Carson Cramer, Woodrow Gagnon.

Davis Funeral Home and Crematory Salem is handling the cremation arrangements and honored to serve the Gagnon Family. Private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Online condolences can be made at www.DavisFuneralHomeSalemWV.com.  

Bartlet J. Armbruster
November 20,1941 to October 3, 2021
Bartlet J. Armbruster passed away October 3,2020 with his family by his side.
He joined his wife Jackie whom he has missed since she past away.
He leaves behind his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He was a very caring and loving man. He will be dearly missed. 

Juanita Queen Osborne


Juanita Queen Osborne, 70 of Salem WV, passed away on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born May 28, 1951 in Clarksburg, the daughter of the late Chester B and Ethel G Brown Queen.
Juanita is survived by her daughter, Erin Cox & her husband, Daniel of Salem, WV; two grandchildren, Calvin Brody Cox and Hailey Grace Cox; sister, Elizabeth “Betsy” Yeager, Salem; sister-in-law, Linda Osborne, Culloden, WV; nieces and nephews, Brenda Richter and Rob, Rachel Starkey and Travis, Jamie “Kristi” Yeager, Kevin Osborne, Todd Osborne, Bane Hicks and Alicia; several great nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents, Juanita was preceded in death by her husband Gary Carter Osborne whom she married on October 24, 1984 and passed away on April 3, 2017; brothers-in-law, James Yeager and Jack Osborne; sister-in-law, Judy Hicks; niece, Pamela Osborne.
Juanita graduated from Bristol High School and Clarksburg Beauty Academy. She was an accounting clerk with Dominion Gas with over thirty-nine years of service. She was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church.
The family would also like to give a special thank you to her Home Health Nurse Holly who took such great care of her with UHC Home Health. Family will receive friends at Davis Funeral Home, 124 Olen Thomas Drive, Clarksburg, WV 26301 on Thursday, October 21, 2021 from 4-8PM and on Friday, October 22, 2021 from 9:30AM until time of Funeral Service at 11:30AM with Pastor John Freeman presiding. Interment will follow at WV National Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.DavisFuneralHomeWV.com.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, 801 Eighteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20006-3517. Davis Funeral Home is honored to assist the Osborne family.