May 13, 2026, Wanita Ruth Koch age 98 of Maysel, West Virginia went home to be with the LORD. Wanita was a homemaker and loving Mother, raised in Wirt County, she graduated from Wirt County High School. Wanita was a member of the Blue Knob Community Church and attended until the church shut down during the Covid outbreak and never reopened. Wanita is proceeded in death by her husband Curtis H. Koch Sr, parents Bill and Rose Edwards, in-laws, John and Ida Koch. Several sisters, brother, ...

Kay Elswick, 84, of Dixie passed away peacefully while surrounded by family at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The daughter of Dallas and Freda Nichols Cogar, Kay was born October 8, 1941. Kay moved to Dixie as a child and remained there until her death. She graduated from Nicholas County High School in 1960. In October of 1961, she married George Elswick and celebrated 56 anniversaries with him before his death in 2018.  She loved to cook and have large family ...

Charles “Kevin” Isaacs met Jesus face to face as he entered glory on Monday, May 4, 2026. Kevin was born on October 2, 1964, to the late Charles and Judy Isaacs. He was part of many wonderful church families over his life, with his most recent attendance at Sonrise Fellowship. Kevin enjoyed a rich career by serving others through his work at Fayette County Schools, WV Tourism and Parks, Clay County Schools, and the WV Department of Education. He was an Eagle Scout and served in ...

Norma Jean Hersh (Simmons), born March 29, 1956, passed away on May 3, 2026, after a long illness. Norma will be remembered for the love she shared with her family and friends, the kindness she showed to others, and the memories she created throughout her life. Her presence brought comfort, strength, and warmth to those who knew her. She is survived by her loving husband, John Henry Hersh; her daughters, Amber Hersh (Brandon) and Jennifer Simpson (Andrew); and her pride and joy, her ...

Carolyn Sue Burkhamer of Duck passed away at home after a short illness with her loving husband by her side. Born on July 8, 1950, in Gassaway, WV to the late Woodrow and Lula (Tanner) Cutlip. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, infant Jeremy Burkhamer and Chuck Burkhamer; sister, Dottie Ryder. Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 58 years, Charles Burkhamer; sons, Scott (Angie) Burkhamer of Lizemore, David Burkhamer (Angie) of Procious and ...

Agnes Shelton Davis, age 102, of Clay, West Virginia, passed away on April 23, 2026, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, West Virginia. She was born on January 25, 1924, in Lockwood, West Virginia, to her parents, John Calvin Shelton and Georgia Keenan Shelton. Agnes was married to Garrett Walter Davis, who preceded her in death, as did her son, John Garrett Davis and her son-in-law John Stone. Agnes is survived by her two daughters: Sharon Stone of Carrolton, Ohio, and Deborah ...

Dottie Mae Arnold (nee Bragg), 85, entered into eternal rest Monday, April 13, 2026, in Morgantown, West Virginia. Dottie was born on July 17, 1940, in Clay County, West Virginia, daughter of the late Garrett and Norene Bragg. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Arnold, Jr., daughter, Deborah S. Arnold and infant brother, Randolph Bragg. Commonly regarded as kind and one of a kind, Dottie was loyal to her faith, ...

Charles “Charlie” A. Truman Jr., 53, of Maysel, passed away on April 12, 2026. He was born on June 24, 1972, in Cleveland, Ohio, to MaryAnna F. Pilon and Charles A. Truman Sr. Charlie will be remembered for the moments he shared with those in his life, and for the role he played as a father, family member, and friend. Though life took many turns, those who knew him carry memories that will not be forgotten. He is survived by his daughters, Gwen Leonard and Nicole Truman; his ...

Daniel Wayne “Danny” Walker, 77, of Gauley Bridge, West Virginia, passed away on April12, 2026, surrounded by his children. Danny graduated from GBHS, Class of 1966. Shortly after turning 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Army as an Engineer Equipment Repairer and served in Vietnam. Following his military service, he returned home and worked as a welder at Elkem Metals in Alloy, West Virginia. He retired after 30 years with the company, where he made many lifelong friends. He enjoyed ...

Robert Ray Kinser, 75 of Dixie, WV, passed away on March 30, 2026. Born on November 25, 1950, to the late Ray and Ethel (Nottingham) Kinser. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, two sons, Robert Allen Kinser of Dixie, WV and Joseph Wayne (Rebecca) Turley of Dixie, WV; 4 grandchildren. No service will be held at this time. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Pennington Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Kinser family.