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EVERETT SIMMONS

Everett Herbert Simmons, 83, of Sistersville, WV left this world on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at Sistersville General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Everett was born September 12, 1940, in New Martinsville, WV son of the late Otis Paul and Clarice Pearl (Gilbert) Simmons. He was a retired crane operator for the former Ormet Corp., founder of Photography by Simmons, enjoyed painting, yard work and was a member of the Sistersville Church of Christ. Survived by his wife of sixty years, Brenda (Hixenbaugh) Simmons; son, Mike (Jo Beth) Simmons of New Martinsville, WV; ...

ANDREW POWANDA, JR.

Andrew Michael Powanda Jr., aged 67, of New Martinsville, WV, passed away on February 23, 2024. He was born on January 20, 1957, in Glen Dale, WV. Andrew was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Music held a special place in his heart, and he could often be found singing and dancing to his favorite tunes. Alongside dancing, Andrew was known to enjoy pies of any flavor. He is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Clara Powanda Sr. Andrew’s kind spirit and warm presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A memorial service to honor and ...

JAMES “JIM” WOODS

James “Jim” Franklin Woods 75, of Moundsville, WV; passed away Tuesday February 27, 2024. Visitation will be held Saturday March 2, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until time of services at 3:00 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1109 2nd St. Moundsville, WV. Interment at the convenience of the family.

ROSE ANN LOFTON

Rose Ann Marie (Kurko) Lofton, 73, of Bellaire, Ohio passed away in a tragic unexpected accident in Fulton, Wheeling, WV on Friday, February 23, 2024. She appears to have fallen from one stairway into another about 11:40am; the back of her head must have struck the concrete, and she lay there alone and unfound until about 50 minutes later. Everything was done to bring her back, but all to no avail as she passed beyond human aid. This hour in health, and the next hour gone from this world; she was pronounced dead at Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling, WV. Rose Ann was born on Saturday, ...

MARK TORBETT

Mark Stephen Torbett, 64, of Wheeling, WV, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, Sunday, February 25, 2024 from stage four renal cell carcinoma. He was born in Wheeling, a son to the late John and Stephania (Latka) Torbett. Mark was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church. ...

PAUL EUGENE “GENE” WINTERS

Paul Eugene (Gene) Winters, 89, of Cameron/Moundsville, WV was placed into the loving arms of Jesus Christ in the Kingdom of Heaven on Monday, February 26, 2024, with his beloved wife, Mary Jane, by his side. Gene was born on April 17, 1934, in Glen Dale, WV. Gene lived a life filled with dedication and service. After graduating from Cameron High School in 1952, where he was a valued member of the Cameron Dragons football team, he bravely served in the Korean War as a member of the United States Navy. Gene’s commitment extended into his professional life as well, serving as a ...