Obituaries

Patricia Brown Kelley

Patricia Brown Kelley, 62, of Buckhannon, WV, went home to be with the Lord on May 22, 2026. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.

Donald Todd Jeffers

Donald Todd Jeffers, 64, of Clarksburg, WV, died May 23, 2026, at River Oaks Healthcare Center. He was a longtime truck driver and is survived by his wife, Donna Marie Salazar, and family.

Virginia Frances “Ginny” Smith

Virginia Frances “Ginny” Smith, 64, of Buckhannon, WV, died May 20, 2026, at her home. She was a veterinary technician, devoted to Sand Run Baptist Church, and loved music, travel, and crocheting gifts for others.

Gary L. Dean

Gary L. Dean, of the Kesling Mill community, entered into the presence of the Lord on May 22, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and longtime member of Kesling Mill Community Church.

Denny Ray Howard

Denny Ray Howard, 61, of Rock Cave, WV, died on May 21, 2026, at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital in Weston, WV. He was known for his humor and ability to connect with others.

Roger Lee McAtee

Roger Lee McAtee, 72, of Buckhannon, WV, died on May 12, 2026, at WVU Medicine United Hospital Center in Bridgeport. He was a longtime Corhart employee who enjoyed oldies music and family.

Charles Rodney “Rod” Godwin

Charles Rodney “Rod” Godwin, a beloved Buckhannon pharmacist, dedicated family man, avid outdoorsman, and longtime community servant known for his favorite chairs and warm hospitality, died peacefully at home November 14, 2025, aged 77.

Jean Osburn

Jean Osburn, 94, of Buckhannon, WV, died May 15, 2026, at Holbrook Healthcare Center. She was a homemaker and Sand Run Baptist Church member known for quilting, gardening, homemade bread, and caring for others.

Paul B. Smith

Paul B. Smith, 57, of French Creek, WV, died May 17, 2026, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown after a motorcycle accident. He was the owner of Paul’s Collision Repair and a devoted grandfather.

Verna Mae Pratt

Verna Mae Pratt, 88, of Buckhannon, WV, died May 16, 2026, at Crestview Manor in Jane Lew, WV. She was a caregiver and is survived by family and friends.

Carolyn Teets

Carolyn Teets, 77, of the Buckhannon community, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026. Born in Elkins, WV, she was known for her kindness, love of motorcycles, and commitment to helping others in sobriety.

Wayne M. Goodwin

Wayne M. Goodwin, 85, of Buckhannon, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2026. He was a devoted family man, longtime oil field truck driver, and foster parent remembered for his kindness and compassion.