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DOROTHY LARESE- KELLAR

Dorothy JeJean Larese-Kellar, 62, of Moundsville, WV, passed away on August 11, 2025, in New Martinsville, WV. Dorothy was born on July 6, 1963, in Wheeling, WV, the daughter of Frank Murphy, Sr., and Edna Murphy. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by the love of ...

GUY BUZZARD

Guy L. Buzzard, born on November 8, 1934, in Cameron, West Virginia, peacefully passed away on August 12, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by his loving family. He was a cherished member of his community and a devoted family man who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Guy dedicated ...

GERALD “GERRY” DUFF

Gerald “Gerry” Patrick Duff of St. Clairsville, OH passed away on August 5, 2025 at the age of 78. He was born on March 5, 1947 in Haverhill, MA to the late Henry and Kathleen McCarthy Duff. Gerry attended Merrimack College receiving a history degree. He graduated from the University ...

STEPHEN STROMP

Stephen Stromp, age 87, formerly of Warwood, W.Va., passed away peacefully at home on August 7, 2025. He graduated from Warwood High School and Wheeling Jesuit University. He was preceded in death by his parents, Catherine and Steven Stromp. He is survived by his wife Pat; his children Diane, Kevin and Kristin; and three grand- children, Stephanie, Alex and Ethan. Arrangements are being made by Westbrock Funeral Home, Dayton Ohio.

JAMES RAY CHAPLIN

James Ray Chaplin, a beloved father, Army veteran and visionary entrepreneur, passed away peacefully at the age of 86, surrounded by his adoring family. Born on September 8, 1938, James lived a life marked by resilience, hard work, and a deep devotion to his loved ones. Born into humble ...

JOHANNA “JEN” GAUDINO

Johanna “Jen” Gaudino, 99, of Triadelphia died on August 8, 2025. She is preceded by her parents, Domenico and Anna Gaudino, as well as her brother, Nick Gaudino and his wife, Alice Tominack Gaudino. Johanna was born in and continuously resided in the home in Triadelphia purchased by her parents in 1925. Her parents operated the Triadelphia Bakery on the first floor of the family home where she and her brother, Nick also worked. After graduation from Triadelphia High School in 1943, she was employed by the Triadelphia Post Office, which at that time was located in the rear of ...