Richard Lee Burgy
Richard Lee Burgy, 91, passed away peacefully at home on July 24, 2026. All his family and friends called him Dick. He was a faithful member of Blessed Sacrament Church. Richard graduated from South Charleston High School in 1953. He began working as a teenager at his father's gas station Mound Essa in South Charleston.
He soon became an employee of FMC as a welder where he worked until retirement. Richard had a strong work ethic and was proud of his accomplishments. His favorite thing to do was working in his garage making a variety of things out of wood and metal to give away to his family and friends.
Preceding him were his parents, John and Francis Burgy, and his brother John Jr. and wife Helen. Father and mother-in-law Hank and Angie Schmidt. Brother-in-law and wife Lawrance and Carolyn Schmidt. Son-In-Law Doug Stover.
Even though he will be greatly missed, his family has wonderful memories of times spent together from watching his boys play sports, to family camping trips, deer hunting and traveling with his wife. He left behind his wife of 73 years, Barbara; sons, George and his wife Jane. Gerald and his wife Teresa; and daughter, Pam Stover. His grandchildren, Joseph Burgy and his wife Jessica, Julie Francis and her husband Michael, Diana Cole and her husband Mitch along with 7 great grandchildren; Emerson and Maddie Burgy, Peyton, Josie, and Addie Francis, Annabeth and Zackary Cole; Nephew's Larry and Jim Schmidt, Eric and Wes Burgy.
There will be a Funeral Mass to Honor the Life of Richard at 12:00 Noon, Monday, August 3, 2026 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in South Charleston with Father John Finnell officiating. Friends may visit from 11:00 am until service time. Entombment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations to St. Judes’ Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in the care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
William "Bill" Jordan, D.C.
William V. "Bill" Jordan, D.C., 76, of Charleston, WV, passed away on July 3, 2026, in Belleair Beach, FL.
Bill was born on December 30, 1949, in Davenport, Iowa, to the late Karl V. and Helen M. Jordan. He was a 1968 graduate of George Washington High School and received a Doctorate of Chiropractic, in 1973, from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa.
He faithfully served the community for five decades, improving the lives and health of thousands of patients with compassion and care. He was in practice for several years with his father at Jordan Chiropractic Services and was the current owner of Valley Spine and Injury Center in South Charleston, WV. He had served as the past President of the WV Chiropractic Association.
Bill was an avid golfer, mountain biker and hiker. He was a certified scuba diver and enjoyed racing and race cars.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Peggy Pope; his son, Will Jordan (Patti) of Ocala, FL; his daughters, Lynn Jordan and Beth Jordan of Trinidad, CO, and their mother, Vicki Jordan of Trinidad, CO; grandchildren, Sophie and Jeffrey; sister, Kathy; brother-in-law, David Pope; several nieces and nephews and his feline companion "Sam." He was predeceased by his parents and his brother, David Jordan.
Bill was a beloved husband, father and grandfather and will be remembered for his kindness, integrity and love for his family. His quiet confidence and steady demeanor put everyone at ease and gave comfort to his patients throughout the years. He will be deeply missed by all.
A celebration of life reception and gathering will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston. A private family service will be held at an earlier time with the Rev. Audie Murphy, Sr., officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Down Syndrome Network of West Virginia, 612 D St, South Charleston, WV 25303 or to The First Tee-West Virginia, 1 Frances P. Jordan Way, Charleston, WV 25302.
Online condolences and memories of Bill may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Nancy Osborne Frame
Nancy Lynn (Osborne) Frame, 84 of Charleston, West Virginia went home to be with the Lord on July 8, 2026. Her loss was unexpected, and the family is shocked and deeply saddened. She was born in Charleston, West Virginia on April 25, 1942. She attended Charleston High School and went to work at 7-Up Bottling Company where she met the love of her life Sammy.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Samuel Allen Frame, her parents Eddie and Ruth Osborne, son Clinton Allen Frame, brother-in-law Dennis Grey, and nephew Mark Bradford. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters Sandra Keener of Belle and Betsy Chapman (Keith) of Elkview, grandchildren Christopher Keener, Brittini Frame, Jeffrey Dozier, Brookelynn Dozier, Abbegail Thaxton, and great-grandchildren Emma Grayce McDougal, Tanner Allen McDougal, and Dawson Samuel Mayes. She is also survived by her sister Patricia Grey of Sierra Vista AZ, nephew John Bradford, niece and great-niece Lori and Bella Bruns, and sister-in-law Sherry Pastine.
She was an active and dedicated member of Elk Hills Presbyterian Church after her beloved church Westminster Presbyterian closed after more than 75 years, where she was the longest living member. She worked hard her entire life supporting her family and taking care of her children and grandchildren. She was a devoted wife, mother and a kind, sweet soul who worked tirelessly to give to her family and her church. She worked at 7-up Bottling Company, Sears, and the West Virginia Motor Truck Association. After retiring from the Truck Association, she went to work at Sneed’s Vacuum and Sewing part-time as their bookkeeper.
She loved spending time with her family, bowling, going camping, traveling across the country, and gathering together with her family every week to quilt.
A service to honor the life of Nancy will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston with Pastor Robert Bane officiating. Family and friends may visit from 1:00 to 2:00. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in South Charleston. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to the American Heart Association.
Memories of Nancy may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home will be handling all the arrangements.
Kenneth E. Morgan
Kenneth E. Morgan, often known to friends and family as Ken, Kenny, Shaky and Captain Morgan, passed peacefully on July 4, 2026.
Kenneth was born in Ronceverte, WV, to Macel and Wiley Morgan. His grandmother, Lola, was a major force in his early childhood. Kenneth moved to Charleston as a young boy, yet Ronceverte was always a special place for him and his family.
At the young age of 19, and an only son while attending West Virginia State College, Kenneth was drafted and served in the Vietnam War as a 'boots on the ground" soldier, serving one year, nine months and eighteen days with the 196th Infantry as a Sergeant. He earned The Army Commendation Medal for Heroism among many other wartime Medals.
Kenneth proudly served as a Charleston Firefighter, where he retired as Captain. He loved the camaraderie that came with serving his community alongside fellow firefighters and cherished the many memories and friendships that continued throughout his life. After retiring, he was appointed to serve on the State Fire Commission where he made many lifelong friends, most notably Joe Bostar and Vic Stallard.
Kenneth leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Jean, and their two daughters, Kemberly and Kristi, and son-in-law, Jim Snyder. Kenneth took great pride in watching and being a part of his grandsons' life. He watched as they grew into the honorable, valued and cherished young men that they are. His grandsons are Ben Fairless, and Cole, Seth and Owen Snyder. Kenneth leaves behind his Aunt Mary, who was a valued part of his life. He was a very special friend to his brothers and sisters-in-law, Gary and Mary Tucker and Eb and Dian Mitchell.
Kenneth was a man of few words. He was a gentleman with a quiet strength and dignity who was patient, loving, caring, consistent, dependable, humble and kind.
The family will have a private graveside service with full military honors at a future date.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W, Charleston, WV 25387 or a charity of your choice.
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.
Beckie Fink Mohn
Beckie Mohn, 73, of Huntington, WV, passed away June 26, 2026, surrounded by family, finding peace and comfort on her own terms. Her insatiable love for life, fierce devotion to family, and boundless affection for children and animals domestic and wild, left a lasting impression on all those she encountered.
Born on July 16, 1952, in Charleston, WV, to Robert "Bob" Fink and Barbara "Bobbie" Holz Fink, Beckie grew up as a big sister to Beverly. She enjoyed an idyllic childhood with many friends in the Edgewood neighborhood. Summers were spent at the EPI pool, where she fell in love with swimming and competed on the swim team with her parents proudly cheering her on.
After graduating from Stonewall Jackson High (1970), she attended Concord College, and met the love of her life, Geoff Mohn. They worked as lifeguards at Pipestem State Park, which has been a cherished gathering spot for many generations.
Beckie and Geoff married in 1974, merging their families into a unified force of love that would anchor them for decades. Beckie was welcomed into the Mohn family circle, including a lifelong sisterhood with Geoff’s sisters (Mary, Roseanne, Lisa, Meg, Joyce, Gretchen), brother Mike, and mother Dorothy.
Together, they earned Master’s Degrees in counseling at Marshall University and grew their branch of the family tree with two daughters, Mary Ellen (1979) and Katherine (1986).
A career-long elementary school librarian, she combined her voracious love of books with her passion for education, always finding a way to make learning fun and engaging. She generously shared her time and talents as a master gardener, a skilled basket weaver, and cotillion teacher. She became known to many as she lifted her voice in the choir at St. Stephens Catholic Church and volunteered regularly with the Garden Club, Junior League, and the Ronald McDonald House.
She was preceded in death by her parents; mother-in-law Dorothy DelBene Mohn, brother-in-law, Dan McNeill; nephew, Kent Burton; and son-in-law, Mark Brown.
Left to keep her adventurous spirit alive are her husband, Geoff; daughters, Mary Ellen and Katherine; grandchildren, Anderson and Eleanor Brown; and sister and travel partner, Beverly Fink McNeill. She also leaves behind an extensive, adoring family of sisters- and brothers-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless dear friends.
Visitation and services will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at St. Stephens Catholic Church in Ona, WV. Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation at the church at 12:30 PM, with a Funeral Mass to follow at 2:00 PM.
In keeping with her spirit, Beckie’s services will be entirely kid-friendly. Please join us as we share smiles and celebrate the time we were blessed to have with her.
Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.
Jason Matthew Canterbury
Jason Matthew Canterbury died at home after fighting a long battle against ALS on Star Date July 1, 2026. Jason not only fought this disease on a personal and physical level, but also chaired the ALS Roll and Stroll and lobbied for legislation to provide funding for research and to provide assistance to those fighting ALS and to provide support for the caregivers.
Jason was born on May 5, 1978 in Charleston, WV. He was a 1996 graduate of Herbert Hoover High School, where he was active in band and he was the captain of the State Championship Quiz Bowl team. After graduating, he attended Alderson-Broaddus College.
Jason spoke Japanese, played multiple instruments, and was a voracious reader. Jason was a lifelong nerd, a huge fan of Star Wars, and a devout Whovian and Trekky. Jason was, in the truest form, a TARDIS and The Doctor in that he was bigger on the inside and, in all his years of time and space, he never met a person who left his presence feeling unimportant.
Jason’s fight against ALS and his efforts to lessen the impact of this disease on those diagnosed and those who love them survive his mortal body. His efforts and determination live on, and as he often reminded us of the words of the Twelfth Doctor (his favorite), “everything ends and it’s always sad, but everything begins again, and that’s always happy.”
Jason is preceded in death by grandparents, Ralph and Virgie Young; special dad, Dale Carnefix; and best friend and Wonder-Twin, Shannon Strickland.
Jason married the love of his life, the beautiful and brilliant Amanda Mandirola, on June 27, 2026, on the anniversary of both his mother’s wedding anniversary and his grandparents’ wedding anniversary, a date that meant so much to him.
Jason is survived by his wife, Amanda Canterbury-Mandirola; his mother, Jackie Carnefix; brothers, James Miller (Chelsea) and Joshua Miller (Brittany); sister, Heather; nieces, Haylee, Caroline, Maci, and Florence; nephews, Isaiah and Sawyer; his Aunt Brenda and Uncle Eddie; multiple cousins and non-biological family/Companions including Ted Ford, Krystal Welch McConihay, Travis Kessel, Melissa “Hooper” Alder, Guinevere Starcher, and T-Bone Starcher.
Jason’s family would like to thank Dr. Jared Hollinger and the staff at the Marshall Health ALS Clinic for all their help and support our ALS journey and for the unwavering compassion and care Jason received during his time navigating this journey. We also wish to thank Dr. Grant Parkins for all his excellent care during this journey. Special thanks to his ALS Team TARDIS planning committee at Charleston Surgical Hospital. Through the support of these people, Jason sustained the will to fight and to continue.
Jason’s last few years can be summed up best by the Eleventh Doctor to Amelia Pond:
“There is so much, so much to see, [friends]. Because it goes so fast. I’m not running away from things; I am running to them before they flare and fade forever.”
A service to honor the life of Jason Matthew Canterbury will be held at Snodgrass Funeral Home on Monday, July 6, 2026 at 7:00pm. A public visitation for family and friends will begin at 6:00pm one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations be made to either or both the ALS Association at https://www.als.org/donate or the Rescue Coop at https://www.rescuecoop.org/donate.
Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.
Eric Wayne Mallory
Eric Wayne Mallory, 68, of St. Albans, West Virginia, passed away on June 30, 2026. Born on July 9, 1957, he was born and raised in Spring Hill and graduated from South Charleston High School.
A dedicated and hardworking man, Eric retired from Kanawha County Schools after a long career, and fought cancer with remarkable strength for 17 years. As Scripture says, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” (2 Timothy 4:7)—words that captured his courage to the very end. A true jack of all trades and a gifted handyman, Eric could turn his hand to almost any job. He was a perfectionist in everything he did, always taking his work to the next level and building things to last. Whatever the task, he gave it his all—and he was always ready to do anything for anyone, dedicating his life to serving others.
Eric had a deep love of camping and travel. He enjoyed exploring Amish country and journeyed all around the United States, always eager for the next adventure and the open road. In his free time, he also enjoyed woodworking, collecting, and a good Reese’s.
He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Mallory; his sister, Roberta Murphy (David); his brother, Craig Mallory (Maureen); and his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and extended family who loved him dearly.
Eric is now at peace, in a place where “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain” (Revelation 21:4). He will be deeply missed and forever loved.
A service to Honor the Life of Eric will be held at 11:00am, Monday, July 6, 2026 at Snodgrass Funeral Home with Pastor Matt Decker officiating. Friends may visit from 10:00 am till service time. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, WV.
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.
Anna M. Snowden
Anna M. Snowden, 68, of Bandytown, WV passed away on June 25, 2026.
She was born on May 20, 1958 in Bowling Green, OH.
Anna worked in many occupations and had many skills, including but not limited to: truck driver, employee at Underwriters Laboratories, professional rabble-rouser, and diabolical debater.
Daughter to Anna Mae Rife & Bernard Eldridge Snowden & Roberta Snowden.
Mother to three children – Rodney, Michael, and Carrie.
Grandmother to four grandchildren – Anna, Ethan, Cash, and Sierra.
Sister to her siblings – Clarence, Debbie, Kathy, Bernie, Randall, and Fred.
Aunt, cousin, and friend to a host of others.
Loyal friend. Fierce parent. Strong and stubborn. Original to the end.
The family will hold a memorial service/celebration of life at a later date in Boone County.
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.
Stephen Edward Rowsey
Stephen Edward Rowsey, 77, of South Charleston, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on June 27, 2026. Stephen lived a life defined by kindness, loyalty, and an easy warmth that made every person he met feel like a friend. He truly never met a stranger — and he made sure no one ever felt like one.
Born to Edward Lee Rowsey, Jr. and Nancy Jean Bolick Rowsey, Stephen grew up with a strong work ethic and a generous heart. He spent 17 years with NGK, where he was known for his dependability and good nature. After retiring, he continued serving his community by mowing lawns throughout South Charleston, always greeting neighbors with a smile, a story, or a laugh.
Stephen was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of South Charleston, where his presence was steady and heartfelt. He was also a huge WVU fan, cheering on the Mountaineers with unmatched enthusiasm. Staying active was important to him, and he loved working out at Nautilus, where he formed friendships that meant the world to him.
At home, Stephen found joy and companionship in his beloved dogs — Andy, Josie, and Maddy — who were constant sources of comfort and happiness.
Stephen is survived by his daughter, Julie Ashworth (Tim); his sisters Cherie White (Bob) and Christy Shanklin; his brother Jeff Rowsey (Tina); nephews Ted Heiser, Corey White, and Luke Rowsey; nieces Stephanie Grad, Melaine Early, and Alexa White; and many extended family members and friends who will forever hold him close in their hearts.
Stephen’s legacy is one of kindness, friendship, and genuine connection. His gentle spirit, warm smile, and ability to brighten any room will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the First Baptist Church of South Charleston. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in South Charleston.
Dr. Dennis K. Flaherty
Dr. Dennis K. Flaherty was born on January 25, 1944 and recently passed from this world on June 23, 2026. He was the eldest of four children of Irma and Leo Flaherty of Wheeling, West Virginia.
Dennis was a long-standing accomplished scientist holding an undergraduate degree from West Liberty State University and masters and doctoral degrees from West Virginia University in Microbiology and Immunology. While at WVU, his academic research focused on pneumoconiosis commonly known as “black lung.”
He was born and raised in Wheeling West Virginia where he attended Blessed Trinity Elementary School and Central Catholic High School. After completing high school Dennis enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where he was ultimately accepted into Officer Candidate School before choosing to complete his undergraduate education at West Liberty State University.
After completing his advanced degrees, Dennis embarked on a higher education teaching career and held faculty positions at the University of Wisconsin Medical School, Washington University, University of Missouri at St Louis, St Louis University, Lamar University and the University of Charleston School of Pharmacy. While teaching at the University of Charleston, he was twice awarded the Golden Apple award by the pharmacy students there - identifying him as their best teacher.
His areas of academic research while teaching included a variety of pulmonary-related diseases affecting farmers in the dairy industry in Wisconsin and company-wide occupational pulmonary issues at the Monsanto Corporation. Eventually Dennis left the academic world and was employed by Monsanto at their World Health Lab in St Louis where he was awarded their prestigious position of Science Fellow, held by fewer than 100 of their 31,000 employees.
Dennis’ academic and corporate work resulted in over 60 publications in peer reviewed journals. In addition, he holds eight technological patents and has authored, co-authored or edited four reference books including a textbook entitled Immunology for Pharmacy that is widely used by faculty and students in classrooms today. He also published a textbook focused on immunotoxicology, a field in which he was considered an expert. He has delivered seminars on that topic all over the world. Most recently he co-authored and self published a book describing the Toxicity of Appalachian Medicinal Plants.
In 1999 Dennis was inducted to the West Liberty State University Wall of Fame.
Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Carol Shuba Flaherty and his sweet cat Daisy. Dennis and Carol shared a lifetime of interesting adventures - traveling the world, fishing many a good stream including bone fishing many times in the Bahamas, camping and RVing throughout the United States, raising a whole series of delightful dogs and definitely spoiling their nieces and nephews. Throughout their marriage Dennis and Carol lived in Morgantown WV, Madison WI, St Louis MO, Beaumont TX and Charleston WV.
Dennis is also survived by a brother Thomas Flaherty and his wife Paula Flaherty, and sister Ruthie Flaherty McWhorter and her husband Glenn McWhorter. He is pre-deceased by his sister Kathleen Flaherty. In addition Dennis has many nieces/nephews and great nieces/nephews all of whom hold him in the highest regard.
Affectionately known as Uncle Denny to these nieces and nephews, Dennis was a larger than life character within the Flaherty clan - not because of his physical stature or a boisterous nature, but because of his great wit, tall tales, baffling magic tricks, science experiments and his true interest in each and every one of his beloved nieces and nephews. He is dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all of them - John Ethan Johnson, Jessica and Andy Neyer, Ian Flaherty and Joan Vollero, Colin and Elizabeth Flaherty, Amanda McWhorter and Jillian and Jon Bruening as well as his great nieces and nephews - Addison, Brenna, Francesca, Kieran, Jackson, Emerson, Jack and Reed.
A private family memorial celebration will be held at a later date. A donation may be made in Dennis’ memory to Little Victories Animal Rescue, PO Box 247, Barboursville, WV 25504.
Online condolences and memories maybe shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in the care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.