Obituaries

It is with broken hearts that we announce Garrison Mathis Mayle (also known as GareBear or G) left this earth Sunday, September 11, 2022 at only 17 months old, born April 2, 2021 to Lucas & Brittany (Ash) Mayle.

GareBear loved to “Ride Ride Ride” in his sideXside with his dad & mom since he was 5 months old. He was fearless. 

Garebear had a smile that would light up a room, he loved everyone & everyone loved him, you just wanted to squeeze & kiss his cheeks. His family is so grateful for the short time they got to love him. His spirited energy brightened every place he went to, and every person he touched. His laughter & smiles will be forever embedded in our hearts.

Garebear is widely known through daily videos & pics posted on Facebook. We have all watched him grow from a baby to a toddler, and witnessed his first experiences & reactions, along with some playtime. 

He was a magnet to mud puddles, loved music & loved to dance, a great hugger and the best little helper, jabbering all the time. He loved working with dad, whether it was working underneath a car or working on his sideXside. He would watch, then mimic his parents actions. He loved helping his mom take care of their dogs & play with all the puppies. He could be found working around the farm with his parents sporting only his Baltic Amber teething necklace & sandals. He loved spending nights at the grandparents, of course. 

 He was preceded in death by: paternal- grandfather Robert Joe Mayle, great-grandparents Lloyd & Teresa Mayle, great-grandmother Linda (Nan) Jordon, and great Uncle Randy Jordan; and maternal- great-grandfathers Bryan Ash & Roger McClain, step great-grandmother Catherine Travis, great aunts Angela & Amber McClain; and a special cousin to Brittany, and a best friend to Lucas, Gordon Swiger, whose funeral is where they met.

 Left to  cherish his memories are: maternal- grandparents Papaw Bryan & Mamaw Ronda Ash; great-grandmothers Guilda Ash & Mary Glaspell; Aunt Marla & Uncle Tim Landis, and cousins Claude, Jason & Chloe; and paternal- grandparents Mimi Susan & Pappi Lee Conner. great-grandfather Pap Gary Jordon. Uncle Justin & Aunt Stephanie Mayle, and cousins Hayden & Kayson. Uncle Dylan & Aunt Kourtni Mayle, and cousins Rylan & Iyla. 

Friends will be received at Harmer Funeral Home in Shinnston on Monday, September 19, 2022 from 2:00-8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at 11:00AM with Pastor Jeffrey Dytzel officiating. Interment will follow at Shinnston Memorial Cemetery.

Dinner at the mouser building following cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.harmerfuneralhome.com

Robert “Bob” Ronald Paugh, 85, of Salem, WV (Big Isaac Community) was called to his heavenly home on Saturday, September 10, 2022.  

 Bob was born in Doddridge County, WV,  on April 5, 1937 the eldest son of the late William and Norma (Snider) Paugh.  On November 1, 1957, he married the love of his life, Mary F. (Nall) Paugh, who preceded him in death on December 24, 2014.  

 Bob is survived by a son, Robert Paugh, daughters Kayla Ash and husband Jody, and Cynthia “Cindy” Mutschelknaus.  Grandchildren, Dustin Mutschelknaus and companion Teresa Crofford of Salem, Justin Paugh of New Jersey, Anthony Mutschelknaus and companion Jenna Gunning of Salem, Tabitha Mutschelknaus of Salem, and Austin Paugh of Florida. Great Grandchildren, Marleigh and Scarlett Mutschelknaus of Clarksburg, Sidney Paugh of New Jersey and Knox Mutschelknaus of Salem.  Brothers, William “Bill” (Katherine) Paugh of Florida and Marvin (Brenda) Paugh of Salem.  Brother-in-law James (Phyllis) Hodges of Reedsville, WV, Sisters-in-law, Patricia McBurnett and Wanda Nall of Arkansas,  Aunt, Mary White of Jane Lew, many nieces, nephews and friends, and is cat Buddy.  

 In addition to his parents and wife, Bob was preceded in death by a daughter, Tanya Lynne Paugh, a son, Ronald Duane Paugh, son-in-law, Clarence (Bill) Mutschelknaus, sister Lenita “Pearl” Hodges, brother-in-law, Lewis Green, and Father and Mother-in-law, Homer and Shirley Nall.  

 Bob served in the US Air Force, retiring in 1974 after 25 years of service.  He moved his family to WV to begin a civilian life.  Bob worked at the Salem College Personal care center for 17 years, serving as the facilities administrator for 16 of those years.  He retired from Hogan Trucking of Elkins in 1997.  After retirement, Bob enjoyed camping at Big Bear Lake traveling, shopping, eating out, woodworking, and watching TV. Bob was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. He was an excellent cook.  He was a member of the Big Isaac United Methodist Church where you could find him most Sundays sitting in the last pew giving out candy.  He loved his church family.  

 Our family would like to thank Aunt Brenda Paugh for everything she did for our dad. Whether it be getting his mail and paper, cooking him meals, helping him out with his medication, feeding the cats and the many other things you did for our dad, we love and thank you.  

 Dad was a loving, caring, giving and very thoughtful.  He was loved and will be sadly missed by many.  

 Funeral services will be conducted in the Harbert Funeral Home, 287 W. Main Street, Salem, on Friday, September 16, 2022 at 1p.m. with Pastor Elizabeth Jarrett presiding.  Interment will follow in the Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Kincheloe.  The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, September 15, 2022, from 2-8p.pm. and after 9 a.m. on 

Friday until time of service.  Expressions of sympathy may be extended to the family at www.harbertfuneralhome.com.  Harbert Funeral Home is privileged to serve the Paugh family.

Jefferey “Jeff” Scott Robine, 65 of Salem passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022 at United Hospital Center.  He was born February 1, 1957 in Arlington, VA, son of the late Charles Christopher and Sarah Ann Cupp Robine.

Jeff was a small engine mechanic working for several companies before retiring and working for himself.  He enjoyed helping others, working on anything he could fix, spending time outdoors and the beach, and eating seafood. He was an avid Washington Redskins fan. He loved spending time with his family and friends.

Jeff is survived by three sons, Andrew Michael Robine and wife Misty, Salem, Shane Anthony Robine and wife Shannon, Stephenson, VA, Brian Christopher Robine and wife Lisa, Bunker Hill, WV; ten grandchildren, Walker, Savannah, Isabella, Ryan, Macy, Lily, Marissa, Charlie, Londyn, and Ava; daughter-in-law, Danielle Robine, Pink Hill, NC; one brother, Matthew Robine and wife Colleen, MD; one sister, Michele Watson and husband Troy, Az; uncle and aunt, Tim and Peggy Thomas, PA; his best friend in Maryland, Dan Rogers; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jeff was preceded in death by his son, Jefferey Scott Robine II.

Family will receive friends at the Lake Floyd Clubhouse 581 Lake Floyd Circle, Bristol, WV 26426 on Friday, September 23, 2022 from 4:00PM until the time of his Celebration of Life Service at 5:30PM with Pastor Roger Fontaine officiating. Online condolences can be made at www.davisfuneralhomesalemwv.com.  Davis Funeral Home and Crematory, Salem is honored to serve the Robine family.

Douglas Allen “Doug” Chicknell, 65 of Salem passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at his residence. He was born November 28, 1956 in Clarksburg, son of the late Joseph Chicknell and Iva “Irene” Kems Hickman. Doug worked at the glass factory and was a cook at several restaurants. He enjoyed playing basketball, camping, and watching sports. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Ann Childers Chicknell whom he married on October 27. 1979 four children, Elaina Chicknell, Shinnston, Angela Shuman, Clarksburg, Krista Chicknell, Morgantown, Zachary Chicknell, Salem; three grandchildren, Rebecca, Madison, Caitlin; one half-brother, Bobby Siders and wife Loretta, Salem; his four-legged companion Nelson. Davis Funeral Home and Crematory in Salem is handling the cremation and honored to serve the Chicknell family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his Care Fund on his memorial page. Online condolences can be made at www.davisfuneralhomesalemwv.com

Fred Fenton Davis, 82 of Salem passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at United Hospital Center with family by his side. He was born November 8, 1939 in Salem, son of the late Earl Brine and Sissy Barker Davis. Fred started working in the coal mines at a very young age and retired from Tiffany Glass. He collected knives and coins. He enjoyed camping and fishing. He loved spending time with his family and his four-legged companions, Patch and Angel. He is survived by his three daughters, Sandra “Sandy” Meek and David, Salem, Linda Bowen and James, West Milford, Lisa McCormick and Henry “Rusty”, Salem; five grandchildren, Cassi and Todd, Kayla and Brent, James and Hebert, Christopher and Sophie, and Natasha; six great grandchildren, Ella, Elliott, Emila, Oliver, Olivia, and Christian; four step grandchildren, Haylee and Chance, Alayna, Mariah and Ben, and DJ; four step great grandchildren, Jacob, Luke, Lyla, and Drydon; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Kay Davis on January 1, 2010; one great grandson, Nickolas; siblings, Willard Davis, William Davis, Willis Davis, Eva Bunnell and one in infancy. Family will receive friends at Davis Funeral Home – Salem, 1999 W Main Street Salem, WV, on Monday, September 19, 2022 from 3-7PM. Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Salem I.0.O.F. Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at DavisFuneralHomeeSalemWV.com. Davis Funeral Home- Salem is honored to assist the Davis Family.

Evon Kathleen Allen

Evon Kathleen Allen, 88 of West Union departed this life on Monday, September 19, 2022.  She was born in Harrison County on September 23, 1933 a daughter of the late Earl and Selma Pitzer Hickman.  Twice married she was preceded in death by her husbands, Robert Matheny and Donald Allen.

Surviving is one sister, Karen East, Stuarts Draft, VA, her companion Tom Ball, West Union and several nieces and nephews.

Evon was a homemaker.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and her Feline friends, Mussie and Suzie. Evon spent many hours studying the Bible.

Graveside services will be conducted in the Masonic Memorial Park, West Union on Friday, September 23, 2022 at noon with Pastor Mark Hickman presiding.  Expressions of sympathy may be extended to the family at www.spurgeonfunerals.com.  Spurgeon Funeral Home is privileged to serve the Hickman/Allen family.