Juanita Elaine Diehl
Juanita Elaine (Rowsey) Diehl, age 100, of South Charleston, West Virginia passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Brookdale Charleston Gardens..
Juanita was born in South Charleston, West Virginia on October 18, 1925 to Edward Lee Rowsey and Stachia Rowsey. She graduated from South Charleston High School in 1944. She met her future husband, Earl, while still in high school. Earl was drafted into the military and served during World War II (1942 until 1945). Upon his return home after discharge from the military, they became engaged on May 24, 1945 and were married on September 12, 1945. The family celebrated many special wedding anniversaries with them.
Juanita cherished the years raising her seven children and caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. "Nanny" was special to all of them. Her love will forever remain in the hearts of those she loved so dearly.
She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church for more than 60 years., and a member of Saint Anne's Guild for many years.
Juanita was preceded in death by her parents (Edward and Stachia Rowsey), brothers Edward and Richard Rowsey, husband, Earl Diehl, and sons Michael and Christopher.
She is survived by her children, Monica Price (Roy), Timothy (Teresia), Cynthia Ewart (George), James (Julie), Thomas (Angie) and her daughter-in-law Annett Diehl. She is survived by 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren who were the light of her life. She was also Aunt Juanita to many nieces and nephews.
A mass of Christian burial to honor the life of Juanita will be held at Blessed Sacrament Church on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12 noon. There will be visitation beginning at 11:00 am (one hour prior to the service). Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston, following the service.
Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston is handling the arrangements, Memories of Juanita may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary.
Jackie M. Shank
Jackie M. Shank, 86, of Winfield, formally of Eleanor WV, passed away June 10, 2026 at his home.
Jackie was born August 2, 1939 to the late Charles Edward Shank and Beulah Shank (Adamson). Jackie was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was Military Veteran, Retired large equipment operator at Hobet Coal Mine of Boone County. He enjoyed spending time with his family, woodwork, wood carving, and gardening.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Deloris Bailey Shank, sisters Helen Fox of Eleanor WV, Beulah “Bootie” Parsons of Midway WV and brother Charles Shank of St. Albans WV.
Jackie is survived by his son Michael L. Shank (Lora) of Scott Depot, WV and Grandson Taylor Shank (Cassandra) of Winfield WV, Granddaughter Kaleigh Shank of Scott Depot WV, Great Granddaughters Eden Garcelon and Hayden Shank.
A Graveside Service to Honor the Life of Jackie will be held at 2:00 pm Monday June 15th at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery in Dunbar WV.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude or Shriners Children.
Marshall Jenkins
Marshall Curtis Jenkins,74, of Charleston, WV was unexpectedly called home to be the Lord on June 5, 2026. “I ask why?’ God said “he has finished the assignment that I gave him”.
He was born on February 23, 1952 to the late Lulabell and Paul Jenkins. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Cheryl Harrison.
Butch leaves behind wife, Dalena Kim Dunlap Jenkins; son, Justin Marshall Jenkins; daughter, Kaitlyn Staunton; grandchildren, Delilah Cobain Staunton and Riker Indiana Jenkins; special niece, Mindy Brown, who was diligently by Butch and Kim’s side throughout this tragedy; great niece, Danielle Brown.
Butch had a lifelong career in the roofing business and retired from Local 185 in Charleston, WV. Besides his family, working was his “next love”.
Over the years Butch built his life around structure and stability, centered greatly on his family and especially his grandchildren. He attended River Ridge Church and South Park Presbyterian Church.
A graveside memorial service to honor the life of Butch will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, June 12. 2026 at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston, WV.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in his memory and to honor family members who have passed from cancer.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, WV.
Edith Epperly Kirk
Edith Epperly Kirk, 81, of Hurricane WV, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on June 6, 2026 after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her son James David (JD) Perry, husband, Leon Kirk, her father, Cary Epperly and her mother Mamie Ballengee Epperly and several brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her daughter Vickie Perry of Cross Lanes and son Timothy Perry (Annie) of Texas. She is also survived by her sisters Carrie Jo Thompson and Margaret Adkins of Hinton WV, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Edith was a dedicated mom who loved her children with all her soul. She continuously widened her family circle to include the friends of her children and others that she loved and treated all of them like her own family. She was blessed with a servant heart and always sought ways to support those who just needed an extra hand, especially our Veterans. Edith was a retired Engineer Clerk from Verizon with over 40 years of service.
Please join us for a funeral service on Friday, June 12, 2026, 11:00am at Snodgrass Funeral Home with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will following in Sunset Memorial Park.
The family would like to express a special thank you to Kanawha Hospice for their time and care of Edith.
David Hannon
After a lifetime of working heartily, staying active, and serving others, David Timothy Hannon, 77, hung up his hat and is no longer available for earthly service to his family, friends, neighbors, and acquaintances. Having faithfully spent his life helping those around him, David moved on to be with his Lord and Savior on June 1, 2026. He will reunite with the love of his life, Linda Eileen Ray Hannon, who preceded him in death in 2012 after 44 years of marriage and with Karen Lee.
While his work here is complete, the legacy he leaves behind will continue through the family he loved so dearly. David was the proud father of David Timothy (Valerie) Hannon II of Soper, Oklahoma, and Kathryn Lynn (Dale) Nance of Apple Grove, West Virginia.
Known affectionately as PawPaw, Popsicle, and Grandpa, he leaves behind grandchildren Amanda Hannon of Fairmont, West Virginia; Kristen Hannon (Scott Combs and son Jeremiah) of Huntington, West Virginia; Jacob Hannon (Sidney and daughter Hallie) of Durant, Oklahoma; Skyler Nance (Lindsey) and LillyAnne Nance of Apple Grove, West Virginia; and Summer Nance (Zach) of Leon, West Virginia.
He is also survived by his brother, Steve Hannon of South Charleston, West Virginia.
David spent nearly his entire life in the Spring Hill and South Charleston communities. He was a faithful member of Bethel Baptist Church and retired from Dodson Pest Control after many years of dedicated service. Retirement did not slow him down. He thoroughly enjoyed visiting with friends, exercising, and sharing lunch at the South Charleston Community Center. David was looking forward to his 60th South Charleston High School reunion to visit with others whom he had lost contact with through the years. More than anything, David enjoyed taking care of people. Whether family, friend, neighbor, or stranger, he was always ready to lend a hand, share his time, or offer encouragement.
David's life was not measured by wealth or recognition but by the countless acts of kindness he performed and the many lives he touched along the way. He lived by the Lord's command to "Love one another as I have loved you". He leaves behind a family who loved him, friends who will miss him, and a community made better because he was part of it.
As David would likely prefer, rather than mourning that his hat has been hung up, let us be grateful for the many years he wore it well.
"And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the South Charleston Community Center Senior Lunch Program. Payable to City of South Charleston, 601 Jefferson Road, South Charleston, WV 25309.
A service to Honor the Life of David will be held at 11:00 am, Friday June 5, 2026 at Bethel Baptist Church, Kentucky Street, South Charleston, with Pastor Dave Lee officiating. Friends may visit at the church from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Ruth Cogan
Ruth Saunders Cogan, 93, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt passed away on May 30 at Edgewood Summit in Charleston after a long illness.
Born in Robinette, West Virginia in 1933, she was a lifelong resident of West Virginia. She graduated from Dupont High School and was offered a full scholarship to Marshall University, which she declined due to family obligations. Upon graduation she was employed at Sears, and later worked for Jefferds and Moore, and FMC.
Throughout her life, Ruth was devoted to and prioritized her family and faith. She was married to Harry Manning Cogan, III, for 50 years and together they made their home in Charleston, South Charleston, and Hurricane. Her greatest joy was being with her immediate and extended family. She is remembered for her loving, kind, and generous spirit, and for leading a life grounded in her Christian faith and love. Her life was a model of devotion.
She was a faithful member of Farrar Baptist Church and later attended the Bible Center Church. Knowing her was a blessing. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy. Through her living example, she instilled in others the values of honesty, integrity, empathy and gratitude, and has enabled us to live fully, embracing both great joy for her life and deep sorrow with her passing. Her family finds comfort knowing that, as her death approached, she was listening to the hymns she loved.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry M. Cogan, III, her parents Golden and Mary Saunders, her stepfather, Elzie Ferrell; her siblings, Wayne Saunders, Lacy Saunders, and Goldia Raines; and step-siblings Virginia Pinson, Willard Ferrell, Norman Ferrell, Garland Ferrell, Walter Ferrell, and Charles Ferrell.
She is survived by her son Harry Cogan, IV and his wife, Karen, and daughters, Mary Beth Cogan, and Laura Cunnings and her husband Col. John Cunnings; her grandchildren, Hal, Brian and Will Cogan, Ellen and Claire Beaudry, and Erin Boone Burdette, Ryan and Kyle Boone; and her great-grandchild, Sadie Boone, with two additional great grandchildren expected. Her family was her greatest source of pride and joy.
She was also survived by her younger siblings to whom she was devoted, Gay Bono, Johnny Ferrell, and Glenn Ferrell, and was thought of as a “second mother”.
She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by many.
Family welcomes friends at 3:00 pm for visitation at Snodgrass Funeral Home followed by a memorial service at 4:00 pm on Friday, June 26, 2026, with Pastor Richard Thompson officiating.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice Care of WV, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W. Charleston, WV 25387-2536.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Charles Elmer Miller
Charles Elmer Miller, 97, passed away on May 28, 2026. Born in Sissonville January 8, 1929 to Clairmont and Rosa High Miller.
Elmer attended Sissonville High and was a graduate of Marshall University.
Elmer began his teaching career in 1953. After teaching for 2 weeks, he was drafted into the Army and proudly served most of his time in Korea. Upon discharge, Elmer returned to his teaching position at Sissonville High School to teach Science, Math, Chemistry, and Physics. He retired in January, 1984. After retirement he used his attention to detail and eye for perfection to re-finish school gym floors. Gardening was always a source of enjoyment.
Elmer’s happiest time was spent signing barbershop harmony with Pitch Hitters and Kanawha Kordsmen for 54 years.
Proceeded in death by his parents, Clairmont and Rosa Miller, siblings, Doris, Kathryn, C.T. (Jr.), Lester, Sybil, and Noble, special nephews Charles Young and Randy Pettit. He was also proceeded in death by his first wife Geraldine and second wife Mary Elizabeth (Betty).
Elmer is survived by his son, Eddie Miller (Sherry), Front Royal, VA and step-daughter, Betty Fluharty, Charleston, WV. He is also survived by several nephews, nieces, and cousins, including special nephew Byron Young (Lori) and niece, Karen Morphew (Don).
Also surviving Elmer is 2 grandchildren, CJ and Amy, 2 step-grandsons, Gary (Jenn) and Scott (Lauren), 3 great grandchildren, 3 step-great grandchildren.
Special thanks to neighbors Joe Patton and Robert & Sarah Perez for their consistent caring and compassion for Elmer’s well-being. Also, thanks to the caring staff of Kanawha Place Assisted Living and Kanawha Hospice Care.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sissonville High School.
Services will be conducted Monday, June 1, 2026, 11:00 AM in the chapel of Floral Hills Garden of Memories, Pocatalico. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the cemetery. Entombment will follow.
The arrangements are in the care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Shirley Anne Fritsch
Shirley Anne Fritsch passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Thomas Memorial Hospital May 18th, 2026. Shirley is the daughter of the late Robert and Edith Dyer. Preceding her in death was her husband Ray, daughter Tina, and special son-in-law Anthony White.
Surviving Shirley in her death are three children, John (Tina), Joni, and Chuck (Jessica); five grandchildren, Adrienne, Donnie, Anthony, J.C., and Maria (Shane). five great grandchildren; Noah, Jay, Garrett, Cora, and Lydia. And a host of friends that were like family.
Shirley grew up in Boone County and was a hard worker since a child. She carried her work ethic into adulthood and enjoyed each job she had. Her job she held most of her adulthood was at Joe Holland, where she answered phones and interacted with customers. Some would call her the voice of Joe Holland as her voice was used as the automated phone message. Shirley was an animal lover, saving countless dogs and cats over the years. Her greatest love was for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She would drop anything she was doing to be there for her family and offer her wisdom and advice. Beyond these things and the most important to her was her faith and love of God. Shirley was truly one of a kind and her spirit will live on in those that loved her.
A private family interment was held in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston. The family will have a Celebration of Shirley’s life on June 20 from 12-2pm at the Charleston First Church of the Nazarene 200 Park Avenue, all are welcome.
In lieu of flowers donations to Kanawha Charleston Humane Association.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Richard "Rick" Whisner
Richard “Rick” Eugene Whisner, Jr. of Charleston, WV passed away peacefully at CAMC Memorial Hospital on May 13th, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on December 1, 1952 at Staats Hospital in Charleston to the late Richard Eugene Whisner, Sr. and Elizabeth Field Whisner. A lifelong resident of the Charleston area and graduate of South Charleston High, West Virginia State and West Virginia Tech, he made a lasting impact on his community, friends and family. He will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives were touched by his service, dedication and love.
A local branch president at Huntington Banks, BB&T and National Bank of Commerce, he began his career in the mailroom of Kanawha Banking and Trust in 1973. He also served on the board of directors for numerous organizations in the area. He loved coaching many local sports teams over the years, staying active in the lives of his six boys despite the demands of his career. He enjoyed cooking, exercising, gardening, binging his favorite shows and watching WVU football.
He is survived by his sons, Rob of Beaverton, Oregon; Ryan of Charleston; Richie and Olivia of Charleston, South Carolina; Ross of Charlotte, North Carolina; Randall and Reilly of Charleston; former wife, Kristi Whisner of Charleston; sisters-in-law, Sabra Whisner of Richmond, Texas and Susan Whisner of Houston, Texas; aunt, Linda (Whisner) Jones of Charleston; nephews, David of Houston, Texas and Christopher of Largo, Florida; niece,
Elizabeth of Richmond, Texas; grandchildren Ripley, Hazel and Pierce; grand-nephews Dalton and Mark; grand-niece, Elliette.
A Memorial service to Honor the Life of Rick will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 30th at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston with Pastor Mark Addesa officiating and music to be performed by Kay Lowther. Friends may visit from 12:00 Noon until service time at the funeral home.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.
Richard D. Bishoff, Jr.
Richard D. Bishoff, Jr., 64, of Charleston, West Virginia, peacefully passed away on May 25, 2026.
Rich was born and raised in Oakland, Maryland, and was a 1979 graduate of Southern High School. He attended West Virginia University, served his apprenticeship at Bartlett Burdette Cox Funeral Home in Charleston, and then went on to graduate with honors (Magna Cum Laude) from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in January of 1987. He was the president of his class and was awarded the Mu Sigma Alpha award for academic, citizenship, and character excellence.
He received his introduction to the funeral business by working evenings and weekends at a funeral home, starting at the age of 16. His grandfather and great grandfather were Morticians and owned Markwood Funeral home; established in the late 1800’s up until 1960, in Keyser, WV. Rich was currently serving as the LIC Funeral Director and Embalmer at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston, where he had been since 2018. For Rich, serving his community in the Funeral Industry was a calling and a gift from the Lord. He was a very talented Embalmer and provided care and kindness to all the families he served over his lifelong career.
He was a member of the River Ridge Church, where he was a leader of one of two greeting teams, and served in other capacities over the years.
Rich was continuously active in his community through coaching little league, travel softball teams, and as the George Washington High School Assistant Softball Coach. After his daughters left home, he continued to serve as Assistant Softball Coach at Horace Mann Middle School, where he, as well, was a mentor and reading coach.
Rich is a former board member of The Kanawha Valley Fellowship Home. He had been active with HospiceCare since 2002, where he served on the board of directors until 2012, and was made a board member emeritus. He went back on the board and continued to serve HospiceCare by providing CEU training for RN’s, LPN’s, CNA’s, and their Social Workers.
Rich also served as President and District governor of District 1, WV Funeral Directors Association, and in 2018 was appointed by the Governor Justice as a member of the WV Board of Funeral Service Examiners.
Rich is also a long-time member of the Kanawha City Lions Club, one of the largest such clubs in West Virginia, where he served as president for two terms. He was awarded the Leonard Jarrett award in 2019, named after the founder of Lions club International. It is the highest award a Lion can receive.
Rich always had a deep love for his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard D. Bishoff, Sr. and Mary V. Bishoff; his fur babies: Missy, Annie, Marley, and Ilsa.
Rich is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Janie; beloved daughters, Amy Bishoff-Evans and Jacy Peterson; sons-in-law, Will Evans and C.J. Peterson; three granddaughters, Eloise, Layla and Maisy Jane, all who called him Papi; bonus grandchildren, Etta and Sawyer McMakin; sisters, Nina (Rich) Costantino, and Mary Ann Bishoff. He is also survived by his beloved cousin, Melody Stevens; his lifelong partner-in-crime, Mike Morrow; and his fur baby, Emma. Along with many nieces and nephews.
Rich was not only passionate about his work, but he had a love for the game of golf and its history since the age of nine. To his wife’s delight, he loved to cook, mostly on the grill and with his smoker. He also enjoyed taking walks with Emma, traveling to Maryland with family and friends, and time spent with his three precious granddaughters.
A Celebration of Life for Rich will be held at 6:00 pm on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at River Ridge Church – Charleston, with Rev. Matt Santen officiating, assisted by Rev. Greg Hudson. Friends may visit from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the church.
A huge thank you to all the staff at WVU Medicine Thomas Hospital for their amazing care and compassion!
In Lieu of flowers and to honor his wishes, please make any donations to: Hospice of Charleston,1606 Kanawha Blvd. W, Charleston, WV 25387 (https://www.hospicecarewv.org/make-a-donation/) or Kanawha Valley Fellowship Home, 1121 Virginia Street E., Charleston, WV 25301 (https://www.kvfh.org/donate.php).
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.