Kimberly Lynn Taylor-Mills
Kimberly Lynn Taylor-Mills passed away suddenly on November 21, 2025, while bravely battling to overcome a massive stroke. She was born on July 18, 1963, in Charleston, WV, to her parents, Wanda L. Gill and the late William F. Taylor Sr. Kim was the devoted Mother of Leslie A. Steele and Michelle L. Garcia; a caring and compassionate mother-in-law to Leslie’s husband, Steven Steele, and Michelle’s husband, Luis A. Garcia; and a beloved grandmother to her 7 grandchildren: Emma K. Upton, Steven L. Shearin, Luis A. Garcia, Cruz A. Garcia, Tino A. Garcia, Isabel A. Garcia, and Daniel A. Garcia; and a loving sister to her brothers, William Taylor Jr. and Chester Taylor.
Kim was a big personality in a small package. She had an impact on each person she interacted with. She was courageous, inspirational, kind, loving, funny, a ball of fire that never gave up, and fought till the end. She lived her life full of spunk and spark. Despite her many illnesses and challenges, she taught us what it means to be a fighter.
Kim considered her greatest joys and accomplishments in life to be the gifts of being a devoted mother to her two daughters and a loving and caring grandmother to her seven grandchildren.
Kim is preceded in death by her father, William Taylor Sr; grandmothers, Mary Ellen Mollet and Geraldine Taylor; and grandfather, Frank Mollet. She is survived by her mother, Wanda L. Gill; daughters: Leslie A. Steele, her husband Steven Steele, and their children Emma Upton and Steven Shearin, and daughter, Michelle L. Garcia, her husband Luis Garcia, and their children, Luis A. Garcia, Cruz Garcia, Tino Garcia, Isabel Garcia, and Daniel Garcia; as well as her brothers, William Taylor Jr and Chester Taylor; and Ex Husband David L. Mills.
Kim will be desperately missed by all those that she left behind. Our hearts are so broken by this unexpected loss. She was one of a kind and to be loved by her was truly a blessing.
A gathering to Honor the Life of Kim will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Snodgrass Funeral Home.
Memories of Kim may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
William "Bill" Hamilton Osborne
William “Bill” Hamilton Osborne, 76, passed away at his home on November 19, 2025.
He was born in Charleston, WV, to the late James Robert Osborne and Shirley Anne (Miller) Osborne. Bill graduated from George Washington High School and the WVU School of Journalism. He served in the US Army in Vietnam, from 1968 to 1970. After a career in advertising in Maryland and West Virginia, Bill joined the family business, Chemac Company, working there for 40 years and retiring in 2019.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Andrew Osborne. He is survived by his daughter, Erin Elizabeth Osborne; granddaughter, Arrillia “Ria” Anne Osborne; brothers, Jefferson (Marty) Osborne and Thomas Osborne; sister, Susie (Jeffrey) Kimble; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Bill will be remembered for his sense of humor and kindness to others. There will be no service per his wishes.
Memories of Bill may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Devonia "Donie" Argento
Donie Argento, 87, of South Charleston, WV, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Magnolia Assisted Living.
Donie was born on January 25, 1938 in Chattanooga, Tennessee and graduated from Tyner High School in 1955. She was a faithful member of Rock Lake Presbyterian Church for 60 years and of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for over 33 years. She was also an avid aviator, having a private pilot’s license while owning and operating her own planes out of Mallery Airport in South Charleston. She had a passion for art and was an experienced painter.
Donie was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Benny Argento; parents, Lemuel and Pearl Duckett; and siblings, William, Ariena, Kenneth, Vera, Niagara, Lemuel, Cubert, and Eugene.
She is survived by her sister, Clara Nell Ellixson of Orlando; son, John Argento (Debbie) and grandchild Katrina (Josh) and great grandchild Reid; grandchildren, Benny (Claire) and Victoria, of North Carolina; and son Scott Argento (Teresa) and grandchildren Sarah and Nathan, of South Charleston.
A service to Honor the Life of Donie will be held at 1pm on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Snodgrass Funeral home in South Charleston, WV, with Pastor Patricia Jarvis officiating. Visitation will be from 12 Noon to 1pm. Entombment will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.
Memories of Donie May be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Homer Benjamine (HB) Graham
Homer Benjamine (HB) Graham, of Charleston, WV, passed away on November 18, 2025, having lived a full, fun, and love-filled life. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Homer was a resident of Charleston. He was a charming, witty, optimistic man who could make-up a funny song on the spot; yet, use his insight and diplomacy to navigate a business dilemma. Homer was devoted to his family and was quick to step-up when caregiving, assistance or guidance were needed. He loved his family, friends, boats, cars, tennis, and sales.
As a kid, Homer worked a paper route up New House Branch and scrubbed car parts for a nickel a day at his dad’s business, Graham Motors. This started his passion for cars and helped him build his mechanical skills. He parked cars when downtown Charleston was bustling, raced stock cars in the 1950s, and closely followed NASCAR and Formula One Racing. The Daytona 500 became an annual family trip for Homer, his father, brothers, and nephew. Homer was especially happy to take his dad there to see the ocean for the first time. Homer loved British cars, owned several beautiful cars through the years, worked with his brother David to restore a 1972 Triumph Stag, and recently refined and updated a 1979 MG. He was member of the local MG club.
At 16, he left home to finish High School and began college at Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN. Shortly thereafter, Homer was hired in telephone communications, where he worked for 35 years. He started with Bell Communication Systems in 1953, as a technician, then sales, marketing, and ended his career managing the AT&T Credit Center, before he retired in 1989. He was assigned to work communications from 1957 to 1959, while stationed in Anchorage, Alaska, with the Army. Homer witnessed the telephone system evolve from analog to digital to today’s world-wide resource we carry in our pockets. He set up communications for visiting dignitaries, including Hubert Humphrey and Bobby Kennedy, as well as worked the Silver Bridge Disaster. Homer sold one of the largest PBXD systems in the State, networking multiple locations. He worked with local dignitaries to bring the AT&T Credit Center to Charleston, converted the former JCPenney building, and created over 550 quality jobs for West Virginia. He coached C&P’s women’s softball team, and several of the players remained close friends. After his retirement, Homer owned a telephone consulting business.
Homer loved boating. He bought his first boat, a beautiful mahogany, inboard Chris-Craft, in the 1970s, and soon leased a camping spot on Summersville Lake, where he hosted family, friends, and business associates. He moved up to larger boats and shared his adventures, crossing big water while making the loop from Charleston to Florida and back a few times. Especially memorable was the trip he made with his brothers, Reuben and David. Following his first and second retirements from telecommunications, Homer worked for Charleston Marine and Trojan Landing. Homer had his Waterway Captain’s License, was a former member of the Kanawha River Navy, and previously served on the Board of the Charleston Boat Club.
Homer played tennis well into his senior years and made many beloved friends at the Charleston Tennis Club.
He was preceded in death by parents, Homer B. and Goldie M. Graham; brothers, Reuben L. and David A. Graham; nephew, David L. Graham; and niece, Shari L. Tipton.
Homer is survived by wife, Diana L. Graham, of Charleston; daughters, Sara L. and Susan J. Graham of Lewisburg, and Alysia D. Eary (Jeff) of St. Albans; grandchildren, Sophia A. and Jackson W. Eary of St. Albans; sister, Lida I. (Larry) Widdecombe of Oriental, NC; sisters-in-law, Janet K. Graham of Pineville, NC, and Dora Grubb of Fairmont; and beloved nieces.
The family invites you to honor Homer’s life at a memorial service at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston, WV, on Saturday, December 6, at 1:00 p.m., with a reception to follow at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please pay forward a kindness to those in need.
Memories of Homer may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Jo Ann Mallory
Jo Ann Richards Mallory, of South Charleston, WV, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, and is waiting the return of our lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born October 15, 1931.
Jo was preceded in death by her husband, Benny Mallory, of whom she was married to for 72 years, and her son Mike Mallory. She is survived by her three children, Rick (Kim) Mallory, Craig (Keli) Mallory, and Kim (Scott) Bodolosky. She had 6 grandchildren: Ricky, Michael, Kristina, Mallory, Anna, and Brenton. She had 6 great grandchildren and 2 great great-grandchildren.
Jo worked at Mallory’s Grocery for 20 years, and did the accounting for the store and for Mallory Airport. She enjoyed water aerobics at the South Charleston Recreation Center for 20 years and all of the friendships she made there. Jo loved God with all her heart and was a woman of prayer. Her sense of humor, wise counsel, and impacting prayer life will be missed by her family.
A memorial service to Honor the Life of Jo will be held on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston. Family and friends may visit 1 hour prior to the service. Jo was privately laid to rest next to her husband in the Mallory Family Cemetery on Spring Hill Mountain.
Memories of Jo may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Ethel M. Anderson
Ethel M. Anderson, 99, of Charleston, WV, passed away on November 15, 2025, at English Meadows Assisted Living Facility.
Born in Charleston, West Virginia, Ethel spent her early childhood there before her family relocated to Pennsylvania. She grew up in Glassport, attending local schools and later completing business school - an education that laid the groundwork for the professional life she would pursue with dedication and pride.
Ethel eventually returned to her hometown of Charleston, where she began her working life, and soon embarked on what would become a long and accomplished career with United Bank. Known for her strong work ethic and professionalism, she formed lasting connections with colleagues and customers alike.
She treasured time spent with her sisters and family, finding great joy in the closeness they shared throughout the years. Ethel also had an appreciation for the finer things—an elegance and refined taste that reflected her personality and the graceful way she moved through life.
Ethel will be remembered for her refinement, her love of family, and the many lives she touched along her journey.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Marie Mallory Anderson; her sister, Jo Anderson; and her nephew, Clinton Anderson Steele. She is survived by her sister, Phyllis Atwood.
A private burial was held for Ethel in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.
Online condolences may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Leora Marlene McCoy
Leora Marlene McCoy, 61, of St. Albans, WV, passed away on November 15, 2025, peacefully at her home.
Leora was born in Bellingham, Washington, on August 10, 1964, and after moving to West Virginia, graduated from Gauley Bridge High School, Class of 1982. Even before graduation, Leora started working at her local Kroger grocery store, in 1982, and then enjoyed a long career with the Kroger Corporation, becoming a store manager before retiring in 2014. Leora loved spending time with her grandkids, being active in her church, St. Andrew United Methodist Church, baking, and cheering on her beloved WVU Mountaineers.
Leora was preceded in death by her daughter, Jennifer Evans, her mother, Shirley Kincaid; father, Charles Tawes; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Franklin and Ellen McCoy; and sister-in-law, Carol Sue Devitt.
Leora is survived by her loving husband, Charles McCoy; children: Mark (Ashley) Pritt, Alexandra (Alan) Martin, Chaz (Meen) McCoy, Ella McCoy, and Garrett Moore; father, William (Betty) Kincaid; siblings, Kenneth (Tonia) Tawes, Johnnie Kincaid, Penny Broulliard, and Shayne Diaz; brother-in-law, Wayne (Carla) McCoy; grandchildren: Jordy Evans, Avery, Addison, and Annie Pritt, Aiden and Audrey Martin, Kylee and Kinslee Wood, Willow and Elias Moore, and Arie McCoy.
A memorial service to Honor the Life of Leora will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the St. Andrew United Methodist Church in St. Albans, WV, with the Rev. Darick Biondi officiating. Family and friends may visit 1 hour prior to the service.
Memories of Leora may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Janet Sue Risk
Janet Sue Risk, 82, of Dunbar, WV, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Thomas Memorial Hospital.
Sue was born on July 21, 1943, to the late Theodore and Opal Keefer, and after her school years, she met and married James Risk and raised three wonderful children, Carrie, Scott, and Chris. Sue retired from Kanawha County Schools and was an avid reader, loved traveling with her friends, and enjoyed her beach trips and shopping in Amish Country.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Opal Keefer; and her brother, Theodore Eugene “Buddy” Keefer. She is survived by her loving husband, Jim Risk; her three children, Carri Tate (Douglas), Scott Risk (Toni), and Chris Risk (Christina); grandchildren: Emily, Ryan, Joseph, Elliott, Aaron, and Aiden; great grandchildren: Ian, Rory, Jefferson, Rosie, Reagan, Caden, and Chast; and her siblings, Jimmy Keefer, Curley Stevens, Iva Lou Burdette, Debbie Pauley, and Edward Keefer.
A Service to Honor the Life of Sue will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, with Rev. David Keeney officiating. Burial will be in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. Family and friends may visit 1 hour prior to the service.
Memories of Sue may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Robert Lee Short
Robert Lee Short, 76, of South Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on November 11, 2025, at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, West Virginia.
Robert “Bob” Short was a man whose life was defined by faith, service, and devotion to others. A steadfast Christian, he faithfully attended Sugar Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Charleston, West Virginia, where he served diligently as Sunday School Superintendent and Trustee. His love for visitation reflected his warm spirit and genuine care for his church family, as he found joy in encouraging and connecting with fellow believers. Beyond his devotion to faith, Bob exemplified dedication and integrity through his distinguished military career. He served his country with honor, discipline, and unwavering commitment. His life was a testament to steadfast faith, humble service, and heartfelt compassion.
He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Short; his mother, Eva (Thompson) Short; and his sister, Betty Horne.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Iris Kay Short; their daughters, Stephenie Abusedo (and her husband Hashem Abusedo) and Amy Settle (and her husband Alan Settle); and seven cherished grandchildren: Safia Abusedo (and her husband Ahmed Khalid), Halimah Abusedo (and her husband Abdullah Abdu), Sarah Abusedo, Mohammed Abusedo, Alyssa German (and her husband Stewart German), Ashton Cummings (and her husband Brent Cummings), and Autumn Settle. He also leaves behind four great grandchildren: Julia, Adam, Eissa, and Georgia Lee. Moreover, he is remembered fondly by his siblings: Jim Short, Liz Watkins, Clarence Short, Gene Short, and Barbara Shupe.
A Memorial Service to Honor Bob’s life will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Sugar Creek Missionary Baptist Church (1648 Sugar Creek Drive) in Charleston, West Virginia, with Pastor Philip Crist officiating. A visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service.
Bob lived with integrity, humility, and deep love. His presence was a guiding light to many, and his memory will forever be a blessing.
Memories of Bob Short may be shared by visiting www.Snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Dale Edward Monk
Dale Edward Monk, 102 years old, of Charleston, WV passed away at the Hubbard Hospice House on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. He was born in Sissonville, West Virginia on June 26, 1923 to the late Everette J. Monk and the late Willie Jackson Monk, being the youngest of seven children.
He was preceded in death by his four brothers: Arnold, Basil, Vernon, and Kermit Monk; and his two sisters, Edith Pickens and Emma Hall; son, Rodger Dale Monk; daughter, Linda Kay Monk; and grandson; Frederick “Bart” Monk.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sally, the love of his life; son, Frederick Lee Monk (Lynne) of Charleston, WV; daughter, Barbara (Kevin) of Myrtle Beach, SC; grandchildren, Ashley Hill of Farmville, NC, Chris Monk and Courtney Monk of Charleston, WV; and great-granddaughters, Addyson Monk and Layla Monk of Charleston, WV; several nieces and nephews; and sisters-in-law, Sherry McPhail, Nancy Killen, and Phyllis Desjarlas.
He attended Emma Bell School, a one-room school in Sissonville for his early education. He graduated from Sissonville High School in 1941, where he played center on the football team under Coach Joe Sawyer. He was an avid West Virginia University football and basketball fan, and in his gold and blue van, travelled many miles with Sally and Bart over much of the country attending games whenever possible to do so.
Dale was a proud American, serving his country in the United States Army in World War II and again in the Korean War, a member of the 101st Signal Battalion. As a Technical Sergeant in charge of cryptographic work, he coded and decoded messages from the War Department to the Commanders on the battlefield and the Admiral of the Navy. He participated in the invasion of Leyte, also serving in Okinawa. In 1945, his battalion went to Korea to accept the surrender of the Japanese that ended World War II.
After the war ended, he returned home to begin his 55-year career as a residential building contractor and made the “Monk Built” logo a symbol of quality and excellent workmanship. He received numerous awards, and was honored many times as “Builder of the Year.” After retirement, he received a “Lifetime Achievement Award” and “The Veteran Builders Award” by the Homebuilders Association of Greater Charleston. He built many beautiful homes during his time on this earth, but the one he occupies now, made by the hands of God, is his most precious and beautiful.
He was a devoted Christian, husband, father, and grandfather. He fascinated everyone with his story telling about his life growing up and the things he had witnessed in his 102 years of living. He had a heart of gold, and was always willing to help anyone in need. He was a member for many years of the South Charleston Christian Church, where he served as a Deacon, and later at the United Disciples of Christ Church. Because of his many medical challenges in his later life, he was unable to attend Church, which was a big disappointment for him.
He has now seen the face of God and heard those words, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.”
A service to Honor the Life of Dale will be held at 12:00 Noon, Monday, November 10, 2025, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, with the Rev. Steven Smith and the Rev. Rosetta Smith presiding. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, with military honors. Friends may visit at the funeral home one hour prior to the service, beginning at 11:00 am.
The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to the staff at the Hubbard Hospice House and Amada Senior Care for the wonderful care Dale received while in their care, and to his sister-in-law, Phyllis Desjarlais, RN, for years of devoted care and assistance in managing his dementia care.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.