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.
Charles "Chuck" Ross
Charles “Chuck” Ross, 73, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in South Charleston, WV. Chuck was born on September 19, 1952, to the late Leon and Wanda Ross, and upon graduating from South Charleston High School, Class of 1970, he married his high school sweetheart, Quintina (Tina) Coleman on November 4, 1972. They shared 47 wonderful years together prior to her passing. He worked at Appalachian Power Company/American Electric Power for 30 years in many positions prior to his retirement. Following retirement, he worked nearly 10 more years for the Peerless Block Company. His favorite hobby was whittling wood in his Piddle Place (aka: his garage). He loved to make "dingers" (wind chimes), bird houses, and various other unique items for those he cared about.
Chuck was preceded in death by his father, Leon C. Ross; mother, Wanda B. Ross; brother, Brooks G. Ross; brother, Gary N. Ross; and wife, Quintina (Tina) Coleman Ross. Surviving Chuck is his sister, LeeAnn Maxwell (Phillip) of Harrisonburg, VA; daughter, Monica Carter (& John) of Kingsport, TN; daughter, Allison (Ally) Ross of Charleston, WV; niece, Kasey Ross of Minneapolis, MN; nephew, Nicholas (Nick) Snyder (Melissa) of Silver Spring, MD; nephew, Matthew (Matt) Snyder (Sara) of Harrisonburg, VA; and grandson, Gabriel (Gabe) Carter of Emory & Henry, VA; and girlfriend, Patti Shamblin of South Charleston, WV.
A private service and burial were held at Sunset Memorial Park, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Maddox Potter Foundation, 25 Wills Drive, South Charleston, WV 25309 (https://maddoxpotter.org/donate/).
Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Leith Miller
Leith Miller, 28 of Charleston, WV, passed away on October 27, 2025.
He was completing his Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from West Virginia State University. Leith was a Cadet Officer in the Army National Guard and proudly served a tour of duty in Kuwait.
He was predeceased in death by his mother, Teresa Miller.
Leith is survived by his father, Scott Miller; his sister, Verity Miller; grandmother, Maurene Gerson; as well a large family of aunts, uncles and cousins.
A service to Honor the Life of Leith will be held at 4:00PM, Saturday, November 1, 2025 at The Bridge of Faith Church, 279 Dairy Rd. Poca, WV, with Pastor Mike Ramsey officiating. Friends may visit from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Bridge of Faith Youth Ministry.
Online condolences may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Sandra Faye Bruffy
Sandra Faye Bruffy, 84, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on October 29, 2025, at the Valley Center in South Charleston.
Sandra was born on October 10, 1941, in Charleston, West Virginia, the daughter of Ernest and Harriet Jean Givens. She worked in sales and as an office clerk for Sears, later retiring from the Fountain Hobby Center, both in Charleston.
Sandra was a devoted mother who found great joy in her family. She cherished time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. Sandra enjoyed tending to her garden and reading, finding peace in both pursuits.
Sandra is survived by her son, Madison Dale Bruffy; her daughter, Hope (Andy) Altman; grandchildren, Mark (Megan) Altman and Nathan Altman; great-grandchild, Finn Altman; and siblings, Ernest Daniel Givens and Pamela Aldred.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Larry Givens.
A visitation will be held at Snodgrass Funeral Home from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 1, 2025, with burial immediately following at Sunset Memorial Park in South Charleston, West Virginia.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association at 1248 Greenbrier St., Charleston, WV 25311 or apollard@adoptcharleston.com.
Memories of Sandra may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Landon "Lanny" Wesley Keesee
Landon “Lanny” Wesley Keesee, 79, of St. Albans, WV, died on October 25, 2025. He was born in South Charleston to the late Okey and Geraldine Elliott Keesee. Lanny was a graduate of South Charleston High School, class of 1964, and graduated the following year from the Charleston Barber College.
Lanny was the former owner and operator of Parkway Barber Shop originally started by his father and now taken over by his son, Luke, and called Generations Barber Shop, a fact he was very proud of.
Lanny left full-time barbering to become a business owner, contractor, and later a car dealership manager, but he always maintained his craft of being a barber.
Lanny was preceded in death by his high school sweetheart and wife of 50 years, Francine. She was the love of his life, and, as he always joked, his boss.
Since his wife’s passing, Lanny enjoyed hanging out with his best friend, Homer, and spending summers fishing with his nephew, Roger. He was a lifelong Cincinnati Reds fan, and never missed watching or listening to a game. A gifted storyteller, Lanny often captivated his family and friends with accounts of his life and upbringing.
Lanny is survived by his daughter, Kelly Stonestreet (Randy); sons, Landon II (Karen) and Luke (Tracy); eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife Francine, Lanny was preceded in death by his brothers, Paul and Bob Keesee; and sister, Ramona Godby.
A graveside service to honor Lanny’s life will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in South Charleston on Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Memories of Lanny may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Carolyn Sue Devitt
Carolyn Sue Devitt, “Sue,” “Carol Sue,” 65, of Charleston, gained her Heavenly wings while surrounded by her family on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, after a three-year battle with cancer.
Sue was born on March 29. 1960, to the late Pete and Ellen McCoy. Sue was a 1978 graduate of Charleston Catholic High School, where she was a cheerleader, a member of the band, and was Head Majorette.
Many Kroger customers and employees knew her as Carol Sue. Carol Sue began her 45-year career at the Smith Street Kroger, following in her parents’ footsteps as a produce clerk. In 1988, Carol Sue transferred to the Riverwalk Plaza Kroger, where she became the Head Floral Clerk. In 1989 she moved on to the Ashton Place Kroger, opening yet another new store as Head Floral Clerk, and this is where she remained until 2022, when she began her cancer battle. Throughout her career, she was asked to travel to many newly remodeled stores for reopenings and training of new Floral Leads. Among these were Kanawha City, Delaware Ave., Cross Lanes, Elkview, Roanoke, and the new Teays Valley location. Carol Sue was the go-to person in the valley for all your floral and balloon needs.
Sue enjoyed NASCAR and Stock Car racing, car shows, and watching her granddaughters play volleyball and softball.
She is proceeded in death by her husband of 41 years, Francis “Bunny” Devitt; her loving parents, Pete and Ellen McCoy; and her fur baby, Ruddy.
Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Elissia Devitt (Jeff) of Charleston; brothers, Wayne McCoy (Carla) of Charleston and Charlie McCoy (Leora) of St. Albans; sister-in-law, Donna Haynes (Roger) of Cross Lanes; nieces: Alexandria Martin (Allen), Ella McCoy (Garrett), Charlotte Jacobs, and Heather Bundrage; nephews: Jeremy McCoy (Tressie), Chaz McCoy (Meen), Zach McCoy (Trinity), and “Little” Charlie Haynes (Amanda). Most importantly to remember Sue are her grandchildren: granddaughters, Chasity, Shiana, and Addison “AJ” Jarrell; grandsons, Aaron Kinsey (Hannah) and Jax Long; great granddaughter, Madelyn “Maddie” Kinsey; along with several great nieces and nephews.
At her request, Sue will be cremated and a private Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Exceptional Possibilities WV in her honor (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=Q3EDYMQ9RBVEW&source=qr)
A special thank you to the Nurses and CNAs at Charleston Health Care Center and Kanawha Valley Hospice for all of their loving care.
Memories of Carol Sue may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
James M. Nice
James M. Nice, 77, of Charleston, WV, passed away on October 25, 2025, at the Abbyshire Place Health & Rehabilitation Center in Bidwell, OH.
Jim was born in New Martinsville, WV, on November 16, 1947, to the late Ralph C. Nice and Monoka Ater Nice, at the old Wetzel County Hospital. Upon graduation, Jim honorably served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War, being awarded the Purple Heart, among many other medals.
Jim is survived by his son, Matthew Nice (Dawn Marie); grandson, Damien Nice; brother, Ralph Nice Jr. (Nikki) of Charleston, WV; and sister, Lou Ann Virden (Donnie) of New Martinsville, WV.
A private service with Military Honors will be held for Jim at the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Dunbar, WV.
Snodgrass Funeral Hom, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.