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JOSEPH ‘JOE’ HEINTZMAN

Joseph “Joe” Warren Heintzman, 65, of Sistersville, WV passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at his residence. Son of the late Kathleen Mae and Warren Gerald Heintzman, Joe was born February 15, 1961, in Sistersville, WV. He was a lifelong resident of Sistersville, WV, and a proud graduate of Sistersville High School, Class of 1980. His deep roots in the community were evident through his decades of dedicated service and participation in local events. Joe was a humorous man in his lifetime. He had a natural gift for making people laugh; his inner happiness rested on other people’s ...

BILL BURKETT

William E. “Bill” Burkett 87, of Moundsville, W.V. passed away Wednesday April 22, 2026 peacefully with his family by his side. According to Bills wishes there will be no services at his request. Arrangements by Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1109 2nd St. Moundsville, WV

BAILEY SONDA

Bailey Alan Sonda, 22, of Bethany, West Virginia, passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at his residence. Bailey was born on March 25, 2004, in Wheeling, West Virginia. He was the beloved son of Holly (Nolte) Sonda and the late Mark Alan Sonda. A 2023 graduate of Wheeling Park ...

ELEANOR BURRIS

"Together Again" Eleanor Louise Clark Burris, 95, of Triadelphia, WV, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Services and interment were held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements made by Kepner Funeral Homes, 166 Kruger Street, Wheeling, WV (304-242-2311). Condolences may be ...

BROOKS UNDERWOOD

Brooks Randal Underwood, 46, of Clarksburg, passed on April 18, 2026. Services at Davis Funeral Home, Salem, 1999 W. Main St., April 24, 2026, from 1:00pm until time of service at 6:30pm. Condolences, www.DavisFuneral Home Salem WV.com.

ROBERT LALLY, JR.

Robert E. Lally, Jr. (”Rabbit”), 84, lovingly known as “Rabbit”, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026 at Mound View Healthcare. Born with an entrepreneurial spirit and a gift for connecting with people, Rabbit was a well-known figure in Wheeling. He loved to golf and was a huge WVU and Steeler’s fan. He was most known for owning Lally’s Lounge in the 1970’s. He also owned American Florist and several other businesses throughout the years, and he served as a board member of the Wheeling Housing Authority. He is survived by his children: Robert E. Lally, III, Brian ...