All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Lois Yvonne Poling

Obituary Lois Poling

Lois Yvonne Poling, 86, of Buckhannon, WV, died Monday, September 27, 2021, at Holbrook Health Care in Buckhannon.

She was born June 29, 1935, in Upshur County, WV, a daughter of the late John and Eulah Sturm Dean. On April 27, 1957, she married Robert Lee Poling who preceded her in death on March 13, 2013.

She is survived by two sons, Holt Poling and wife Mary Alice of Buckhannon and J.D. Poling and wife Stella of Weston, WV; one daughter, Amy Toothman and husband Danny of Fairmont, WV; one granddaughter, Brittany Danielle Alden and husband Matt of Salem, WV; six grandsons, Cory Seth Poling and wife Erika of Morgantown, WV, Robert C. Poling and wife Kendra of Buckhannon, Ean Shae DeBarr of Fairmont, WV, Eric Sherrard and wife Sarah and Ryan Sherrard and wife Nathasha all of Weston and Daniel Toothman of Clarksburg, WV; three great-granddaughters, April Sherrard of Weston, Olivia Poling of Buckhannon and Etta Alden of Salem; eight great-grandsons, Zach, Arron and Wesley Sherrard all of Weston, Gunner Poling of Buckhannon, Liam and Bayler Poling both of Morgantown, WV, Calvin Alden of Salem and Acen Sherrard of Weston; one brother, John C. Dean and wife Sue of Buckhannon and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Poling was a homemaker. She was a member of the Mt. Hermon United Methodist Church for over 86 years. She was a former telephone operator for the City of Buckhannon, a Deputy County Clerk, twice and she worked at the Central Bank as a Bookkeeper. Mrs. Poling was a fabulous pianist. She loved to watch Brittany, Seth and Robert play ball, she was an AVID boisterous fan and Grandma. She loved to watch WVU Football and the Dallas Cowboys.

A Public Graveside Service will be held 11 AM Friday, October 8, 2021, at the Mt. Hermon Church Cemetery in Buckhannon, WV with the Rev. Jack Bohman officiating.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

My Buckhannon publishes obituaries free of charge as a courtesy to the family. Readers can support our publication by becoming a premium member.

Share this obituary:

Local Businesses

RECENT Stories

Upshur County Trails system hosts Mountaineer Mile hike this month

A group of local residents gathered this month to hike a Mountaineer Mile at the Upshur County Trails. Governor Patrick Morrissey launched the Mountaineer Mile initiative to encourage West Virginians to walk at least one mile daily as part of a broader campaign to improve the state’s health and well-being.

Buckhannon’s Independence Day bash promises inflatables, live music and fireworks on July 4

Buckhannon will host its annual Independence Day Festival Friday celebration on July 4, featuring live music, twirling performances, inflatables and a rock-climbing wall at Jawbone Park, followed by fireworks at dark.

Youth football camp a success as Baisden uses summer flex days to improve Bucs

Over 50 young athletes participated in Buckhannon-Upshur High School’s annual youth football camp, led by head coach Sloan Baisden, as part of summer efforts to build team spirit and prepare for the upcoming season.

St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation to host 27th annual golf tournament

St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation will host its 27th annual golf tournament at Raven Golf Club on August 7, with proceeds supporting family health initiatives at WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital.

Ripley’s Emily Lewis named newest WV scholar, receives full ride to WVWC

Ripley High School rising senior Emily Lewis, inspired by her own vision challenges and a desire to improve eye care in Appalachia, has won a full scholarship to West Virginia Wesleyan College through the West Virginia Scholar Program.

Mountain CAP Family Support Center to offer free eight-week parenting class

The Mountain CAP Family Support Center is offering a free eight-week parenting class starting July 8, with pre-registration and basic demographic information required for participants.

Buckhannon officials project major water rate increases to pay for new treatment plant

Buckhannon officials are planning a $47 million overhaul of the city’s water system, which could raise average resident water bills by more than $15 per month to fund a new water treatment plant and critical pipeline replacements.

Buckhannon City Council supportive of plan to use $100,000 to fund scholarships for Wesleyan’s new addiction counseling program

Buckhannon City Council has expressed support for allocating $100,000 from opioid settlement funds over two years to provide scholarships for local participants in West Virginia Wesleyan College’s new addiction counseling certificate program.

Douglas Jacob Baldinger

Douglas Jacob Baldinger, 56, of French Creek, died at home on June 25, 2025, survived by his parents, children, grandchildren, siblings, and beloved dogs, and will be cremated per his wishes.

Philip See joins WVU Extension as new Upshur County 4-H agent

Philip See, an experienced 4-H leader, has joined the WVU Extension Service as Upshur County’s new 4-H Extension Agent, aiming to build on local traditions while expanding special interest programs and encouraging more adult volunteers.

Patricia Anne “Tetty” Linger

Patricia Anne “Tetty” Linger, 92, a devoted mother, grandmother and lifelong member of Hampton United Methodist Church, passed away on June 23, survived by six children, nine grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

Upshur County deputies apprehend wanted suspect, recover stolen UTV

Upshur County deputies arrested Travis C. Medina on multiple felony charges after a foot pursuit Saturday.

Keep In Touch

Facebook-f Instagram

Privacy Policy * Terms & Conditions * Contest Rules

Copyright 2025 – My Town WV LLC