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Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Switzer, West Virginia

Thomas “Jaybird” Lawrence Adkins

Thomas “Jaybird” Lawrence Adkins

Nov 11, 2024

Thomas “Jaybird” Lawrence Adkins 76, of Omar, WV passed peacefully at Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV on Monday, November 11th, 2024. He was born October 31st, 1948 at Whitman, WV.

He was the son of the late George and Irene Blackburn Adkins. 

He was proceeded in death by one son, Shane Adkins; two brothers, Carl Adkins and Robert Adkins; and one...

Diane New

Diane New

Nov 3, 2024

Diane New, 46 of Hanover, WV departed this life on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV. She was born on August 31st, 1978, in Greenville, TN and was the daughter of Herman Fox and Linda (Poe) Blazer.

She was preceded in death by her grandma, Shirley Fox; uncle, Charles Fox; two aunts, Betty Ellis, and...

Linda Pritchard

Linda Pritchard

Nov 1, 2024

Linda Pritchard, 72 of West Logan, went home on Friday, November 1st, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV. 

Linda was born on July 31st, 1952 and was the daughter of Jack and Norma Fortune of West Logan. Linda was preceded in death by her parents and multiple other family members. 

In Linda’s life she held several occupations. She was...

Janice Marie (Browning) Craddock

Janice Marie (Browning) Craddock

Oct 26, 2024

Janice Marie (Browning) Craddock, 76 of Lake, WV gained her heavenly wings on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley, WV. She was born on January 6th, 1948, in Logan, WV and was the daughter of the late James Browning and Anna (Vance) Browning. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers,...

Dora Gay Williamson

Dora Gay Williamson

Oct 18, 2024

Dora Gay Williamson, 84 of Cow Creek, WV gained her heavenly wings to be with her Lord on Friday, October 18, 2024, where she resided with her sister and caregiver, Sara Pennington.

She was born on February 8, 1940, in Mingo County, a daughter of the late Eli and Delsie (Spears) Perry.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Mildred Lester

Mildred Lester

Oct 16, 2024

Mildred Lester, 67 of Delbarton, WV departed this life on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV. She was born on September 30, 1957 and was the daughter of the late Richard Brewer and Arrita Mae (Maynard) Brewer.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Connie (Bo) Starr and Patty (Richard)...

Richard Kenneth Evans

Richard Kenneth Evans

Oct 13, 2024

Richard Kenneth Evans, 86 of Wilkinson, WV departed this life on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 15, 1937, in McDowell County, WV. Those preceding him in death was his parents, Mildred and Gordon Hurd of Davy, WV, and his wife of forty-nine years, Shelby “Parks” Evans.

He was a 1955...

Gary Dale Wilson

Gary Dale Wilson

Oct 11, 2024

Gary Dale Wilson was born on September 9, 1961, in Man, West Virginia. Dale, as he is known to his family, transitioned to heaven on October 11, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Bennie, and Ethel (nee: Foster) Wilson; brothers, Benny Wilson, Jr and Larry Wilson; sister, Rozelyn Wilson and niece, Tasha Wilson Lester. Gary is survived by...

Tammy Sue (Elkins) Albright

Tammy Sue (Elkins) Albright

Oct 11, 2024

Tammy Albright, 51 of Logan, WV left this earthly home on Friday, October 11th, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV. She was born on February 17th, 1973, to Lana Sue Elkins and the late Donald Elkins. In addition to her dad, she was preceded in death by one nephew, Timothy Elkins, II and her maternal and paternal...

Cedrick Lanier Mitchell

Cedrick Lanier Mitchell

Oct 10, 2024

Cedrick Lanier Mitchell, 58, born on March 22nd, 1966, of Logan, WV. He departed this life and entered eternal rest on October 10th, 2024, at his home. 

He had a love for fishing and boxing where he became pro in the 80s. He was very outgoing and funny. He loved grilling and spending time with his family. 

He is survived by his...

Dolfard Lambert

Dolfard Lambert

Sep 27, 2024

Dolfard Lambert, 83 of Omar, WV departed this life on Friday, September 27, 2024, peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born May 9, 1941, in Omar, WV to the late Rev. Walter and Gracie (Meadows) Lambert. He was retired from the Logan County Board of Education. He was a devoted Christian and a fifty-year member of Walnut...

Judith May

Judith May

Sep 21, 2024

Judith May, 71 of Logan, WV departed this life on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at her residence. She was born on December 1, 1952, in Logan, WV and was the daughter of the late George and Minnie May. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, George May, Jr.; three sisters, Jennifer May, Flora Gay...

Bennie Lee Wilson, Jr.

Bennie Lee Wilson, Jr.

Sep 17, 2024

Bennie Lee Wilson, Jr. was born on September 6, 1960, in Man, West Virginia and transitioned to heaven on September 17, 2024. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Ethel (nee: Foster) Wilson; sister, Rozelyn Wilson; brother, Larry Wilson; and niece, Tasha Lester.

Bennie is survived by his brothers, Gary Wilson of Switzer, WV, Dana Wilson of Lorado, WV...

Dianna Lynn Crowder

Dianna Lynn Crowder

Sep 11, 2024

Dianna Lynn Crowder “Dee Dee” 60, of Lundale WV, gained her Heavenly wings on September 11, 2024. 

She was born on March 6, 1964 in Boone County WV to the late Betty Johnson and Charles (Corky) Duncan. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother Ricky (Poodle) Duncan, Randy (Hanky) Duncan, and Charles (Bimbo) Duncan.

Dee Dee...

Jeffrey Ellis

Jeffrey Ellis

Sep 11, 2024

Jeffrey Dewayne Ellis, 53 of Baisden went to be with the lord on September 11, 2024, from Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, KY. 

Born November 10, 1970, to Muriel and Andy “Bo” Ellis. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Muriel (Glandon) Ellis; brother Timothy Lee Ellis; paternal grandparents, Hollie, and Jane Ellis; maternal grandparents, Oliver and Corinne Glandon. 

Jeff enjoyed spending...

Yvonne Elizabeth “Von” Corbett

Yvonne Elizabeth “Von” Corbett

Sep 4, 2024

In love and infinite wisdom, our Heavenly Father has called into eternal life the gentle spirit of our dearly beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and aunt Yvonne Elizabeth "Von" Corbett who departed this life on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at her home. She was born to the late Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Corbett and Otis Corbett.

She was predeceased by her daughters, Charisse...

James Franklin McKinney

James Franklin McKinney

Sep 2, 2024

James Franklin McKinney, 74 of Cow Creek, WV departed this life on Monday, September 2nd, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV. He was born on September 1st, 1950, in Cow Creek, WV and was the son of the late Rev. John McKinney and Betty McKinney.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers,...

Bonnie Lou (Medley) Mounts

Bonnie Lou (Medley) Mounts

Sep 1, 2024

Bonnie Lou (Medley) Mounts, 72, of Baisden, WV, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 1st, 2024, at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV. She was born on October 20th, 1951, in Ohio and was the daughter of the late Earl and Evelyn (Lash) Medley.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Timothy "Breadman" Morrison

Timothy "Breadman" Morrison

Aug 30, 2024

Timothy “Breadman” Morrison 56, of Varney WV, departed this life suddenly on Friday, August 30th, 2024. He was proceeded in death by his beloved father, Henry Morrison, and a few dear friends he considered family. 

Those left to mourn him are his wife of thirty-five years, Fawn Morrison; his mother, Loretta Morrison; brother Rod (Linette) Morrison, brother Gary (Lindsey) Morrison, brother...

Drake Alexander Neal Williams

Drake Alexander Neal Williams

Aug 28, 2024

Drake Alexander Neal Williams became an angel on August 28th, 2024. He was at Ruby Memorial Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, WV and was surrounded by his loving family. 

Drake was born July 12th, 2024, at Marietta Memorial Hospital in Marietta, Ohio. He was a resident of Sistersville, WV where he was survived by his parents Tre Williams and Erin Duelley. Paternal...

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