Bruce Marshall
Bruce E. Marshall, 68, of St. Albans, WV passed away on June 23, 2026.
Bruce was born on February 25, 1958 in Charleston, WV to the late Paul and Francis Marshall. He graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in 1976. As a veteran, he served in the military as a medic until he was injured and then served in the guard after that. HE worked around the country at various occupations but was most proud of his work as a painter. He was an avid WVU fan and Bruce loved his family and his niece’s dog, Harper.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Gary and Steve Marshall.
Bruce is survived by his brothers David Marshall (Katherine) and Dale Marshall (Lora); several nieces and nephews.
The family will hold a memorial service at a later date in Donel C. Kinnard State Memorial Cemetery where he will be laid to rest.
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.
Alvin Shelton
Alvin Shelton, 83, of Charleston, WV concluded a courageous battle with cancer on June 24, 2026. He was born September 21, 1942.
Alvin worked in the coal industry most of his life, was a plant superintendent for many years and later worked in mining sales and retired in 2014.
He enjoyed golf and a good vacation. He was kind and humble, loved his family more than measure and watched over us always.
Alvin was a Christian man who loved the Lord deeply and served the Lord over the years as a teacher of adult Sunday School and led an adult VBS Class, where he was a member of Kanawha City Baptist Church. He enjoyed discussion regarding the bible and in particularly Isiah 56 and John 14, in his passing, his family found comfort in Isiah 12.
He is survived by his wife, Frances Shelton; daughters, Tanya and Renee Shelton; sisters, Doris Smith and Sandra Castle; many nieces and nephews who he loved greatly.
Alvin was preceded in death by his parents, George and Edna Maxine Shelton; brother, George R. Shelton.
A celebration of life will be held at a later time.
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.
Wanda Settle
Wanda Settle passed away on June 22, 2026 after enduring a long illness.
Wanda was born on 1/31/1932 in Charleston to Theodore and Geraldine Bishop. She lived a life marked with kindness, strength, compassion and unwavering devotion to her family.
As a mother, she was a source of love, wisdom and encouragement. Her caring heart, gentle spirit and selfless nature touched the lives of everyone that knew her. She found joy in spending time with her family, celebrating life’s milestones and creating cherished memories that will be treasured forever.
She was preceded in death by her husband Jack of 49 years, her daughter Pam, her mother Geraldine, her sister Sarah, her brother Jink and her beloved dog Muffie. She is survived by her daughter, Jackie (Dee); granddaughters, Angie (Freddie), Lindsay and Tabitha; grandsons, Travis (Jax) and Jason (Jessica); 8 great granddaughters, 5 great grandsons, 1 gg-granddaughter and 2 gg-grandsons; her brother Jack and several nieces and nephews.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to all who offered support, prayers and kindness during this difficult time as well as Hospice of Cincinnati for the compassionate care they provided.
A graveside service will be held on June 30, 2026 at noon in Sunset Memorial Park mausoleum, 4301 MacCorkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV 25309.
Though our hearts are heavy with loss, we find comfort in those memories she leaves behind and the love she shared so freely. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
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.
Andrew Blackwell Barron
Andrew Blackwell Barron, 41, of Charleston, WV passed away on 06/21/2026 at his home.
He was born on November 15, 1984, in Charleston, WV to the late Terence “Terry” Barron and the late Lynn Miller Barron.
In addition to his parents, preceding him in death are paternal grandparents, Frank John Barron and Catherine Barron of Saint Mary's, WV, and maternal grandparents Clayton and Huberta “Babs” Miller of Florida.
Andrew was a lifelong Charlestonian, graduating in 2003 from Charleston Catholic High School where he swam and ran cross country for the Fighting Irish. He attended the University of Charleston where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Broadcasting. Andrew was extremely proud and grateful for all he accomplished during his time at UC. His proudest moments included working in the sports media department and covering UC’s football team, providing coverage for “The Eagle” news station, and his coverage of former President Barack Obama’s visit to the University of Charleston as well as coverage of his inauguration in Washington, DC.
As Andrew would often say, he wore many hats. He worked throughout his life and was skillfully trained in various professions including fireplace installation and repair, commercial kitchen delivery and installation, in optical laboratories and as an ophthalmic technician, and most recently in property management. He was a member of the Davis Creek Watershed Association where he volunteered yearly during community cleanup events. Andrew was invested in his community and revered the Davis Creek Volunteer Fire Department. He had recently been attending Southridge Church.
Andrew considered himself a homesteader and took pride in being self-sufficient and resourceful. His hobbies included gardening, fishing, camping and hiking. He was adventurous and loved to travel. He also enjoyed cooking, playing drums, and spending time with those closest to him. Andrew never met a stranger, and was always equipped with a big smile, a funny joke, or an interesting story to tell.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife and best friend, Michelle Barron, daughter, Caroline, and step-daughter, Audrey Saunders; half-sister Ann Barron of Pensacola, FL; Aunt Nancy (Bob) Lyons of Duxbury, MA; Aunt June Kirkpatrick of Albuquerque, NM, Aunt Marjorie Donato, FL; Mother-in-law Brenda Dingess of Chapmanville, WV; brothers-in-law Chris (Crystal) Dingess of Jeffrey, WV and Nathan Dingess of Neola, WV and a host of extended family. In addition, Andrew had a very cherished neighbor whom he loved as a grandmother, Othenia Hopta.
A celebration of Andrew’s life will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston, WV. The family will begin accepting friends at 1:00 p.m. with services beginning at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Davis Creek-Ruthdale VFD, P.O. Box 8065 South Charleston, WV 25303.
Jeannie M. White
Jean Carroll Martin White passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026. Born in 1944 in Wytheville, Virginia, she was raised in Blacksburg, Virginia, by her loving parents, Alberta Pendleton Raper and John Carroll Martin. Her father served as President of Farmers & Merchants National Bank. Jeannie was a proud alumna of Virginia Tech and West Virginia State University.
Jeannie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Weldon White. She is survived by her three loving children, Melissa, Virginia and Thomas; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren and loving nieces and nephews whom she treated as her own children, all of whom brought great joy to her life.
In the 1960s, Jeannie worked as a bookkeeper for Coyle & Richardson Department Store. She later dedicated more than three decades of service to St. Albans High School, beginning in 1986 as a teacher's aide and serving as the school's secretary from 1988 until her retirement in 2017. Throughout her career, she was a steadfast advocate for students, faculty, and staff. She served as President, Vice President, and Secretary of the Local School Improvement Council and was honored as Kanawha County Schools Employee of the Year and Service Personnel of the Year.
A long-time devoted member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church, Jeannie lived a life marked by faith, service, kindness, and dedication to her family and community. She will be remembered for her warm heart, unwavering commitment to others, and the lasting impact she made on the many lives she touched.
Her memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved her.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Boulevard West, Charleston, WV 25387-2536 (https://www.hospicecarewv.org/make-a-donation/) in memory of Jeannie M. White.
Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, WV is handling the arrangements for the family.
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.