Obituaries

Sep 6, 2021

Randall Robert Reed, 100, of Canaan Valley, West Virginia passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born and raised on his 500 acre farm “Highland View Farm” in Canaan Valley, a son of the late Lindsay and Addie (Yokum) Reed.  “Randy” was the 8th of 9 children.

He attended Cosner School, a one room school...

Sep 5, 2021

Thomas Joseph Cook, 72, of Thomas, West Virginia passed away on Sunday, September 5th, 2021 at Garrett Regional Hospital in Oakland, Maryland.   He was born June 9, 1949 in Elkins, West Virginia, a son of the late Tony and Helen (Turek) Cook of Davis, West Virginia.

Tom worked as a coal miner. He was a member of the...

Sep 5, 2021

H. Eugene "Palsy" Harman, 69, of Oakland died on Sunday, September 5, 2021, at UPMC Western Maryland in Cumberland. Born on May 22, 1952, in Accident, he was the son of Emma Jean Harman of Oakland and the late Rev. Harold Roy Harman. Eugene "Palsy" was well known for his incredible work ethic, his contagious laughter and his never...

Sep 4, 2021

Donald “Pickle” E. Deal, 68, of Aurora, WV passed away unexpectedly on September 4, 2021. He was born July 22, 1953 in Oakland, MD, a son to the late Elsie Deal Reall.

Donald had a pure love for living life. He was always eager to meet people and never knew a stranger. He loved to learn. Donnie...

Sep 4, 2021

Larry Allen Crosco, 69, of Terra Alta, WV, died on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. Born on May 22, 1952, in Kingwood, WV, he was the son of the late Clarence D. and Marie A. (Sirbaugh) Crosco. He was an auto mechanic who worked for Bell Brothers Automotive and later worked in construction...

Sep 3, 2021

Frederick "Fred" Polce, Sr., 78, of Oakland died on Friday, September 3, 2021, at his home after an illness with pancreatic cancer. Born on October 10, 1942, in Morgantown, WV, he was the son of the late Pietro and Elsie (Tarantini) Polce. He was a graduate of Morgantown High School and West Virginia University. Fred remained a...

Sep 3, 2021

Barbara Ann Saboites, 84, entered into the hands of her Heavenly Father on Friday, September 3, 2021. Barbara was a friend to many and loved by all who knew her. She had a strong faith in God. Barbara was the daughter of Polish immigrants. She attended the St. Anthony Catholic Church, Norton, VA and St. Mary Catholic Church, Coeburn,...

Sep 2, 2021

Franklin James "Jamie" Knox, 59, of Martinsburg, WV, and formerly of Oakland died on Thursday, September 2, 2021, at his home. Born on May 7, 1962, in Oakland, he was the son of the late Franklin N. and Geraldine (Rowan) Knox. Jamie was a truck driver for most of his life and had worked for Naylor's Hardware while living...

Aug 29, 2021

Aniko Latonna Emerson, who brought joy and happiness to her family for ten short months left this world on August 29, 2021. She began her short journey on this earth on October 12, 2020.

Left to cherish her smiles and giggles are her parents, Jherika Winkler and Trévon Emerson; a grandmother who raised her from birth, DeeAnna...

Aug 28, 2021

Sheila Mary Sylvester’s life was cut too short too fast from pancreatic cancer, and she died surrounded by her loving family.  Sheila loved her family, dogs, cats and reading most of all, but was also an avid hiker and traveler, stamp collector, birdwatcher, quilter, genealogist and just all around amazing human being.

We’re burying her in the mountains...

Aug 27, 2021

Bertha Ilene McCloud, 96, of Blaine, WV, passed away August 27, 2021, at Garrett Regional Medical Center. She was born, September 30, 1924 in Shallmar, MD, a daughter of the late Walter Leo and Vernia Mae Willis.

Bertha was known by her family and friends as being dependable, kind and friendly. She was a home maker who...

Aug 27, 2021

Pattsy Jean Myers, 69, of Oakland, MD, passed away Friday, August 27,2021, at Garrett Regional Hospital. She was born on July 13, 1952, in Swanton, she was the daughter of the late Robert Scott and Maude Doll (Brown) Davis.

She graduated from Southern High School. Pattsy worked as a dietary aide at Oakland Nursing & Rehab for 30...

Aug 22, 2021

Madeline Ann Paulinski, 79, of Oakland, MD, passed away August 22, 2021, under the care of her family and hospice. She was born December 17, 1941, in Maspeth, NY, a daughter to the late Erasmo and Ida DiSena.

Madeline was a member of Garrett County Senior Center and volunteered for them as well as at John Hopkins...

Aug 22, 2021

Allen R. Maravia went home to be with his Lord on August 22, 2021.  He passed peacefully with dear friends at his side.  He was born on March 24, 1941, and grew up in beautiful Tucker County.  He graduated from Mountaineer High School in 1959 and then attended Fairmont State University.  He held supervisory and management positions in Florida and Ohio before returning to...

Aug 20, 2021

Linda Sue (Shaffer) Fike, 74, of Deer Park went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 20, 2021, at her home. Born on July 1, 1947, in Bloomington, MD she was the daughter of the late Paul E. and Mary Elizabeth (O'Brien) Shaffer. She loved books, flea markets, antiques, and sang in the church choir for many years....

Aug 18, 2021

Benjamin "Benny" Cade Sharps, 3, of Oakland, was a beloved son, brother, grandson, great grandson, and renowned slayer of dragons. He left this world peacefully and comfortably, listening to his favorite music, in the arms of his mother and father on August 18, 2021.

Benny was born to Tasha and Nick Sharps on May 31, 2018. He...

Aug 18, 2021

Ronald A. Heginbotham, 80, of Martinsburg, WV and formerly of Oakland died on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at Hospice of the Panhandle in Kearneysville, WV.  Born on November 27, 1940, in Freeport, PA, he was the son of the late Everett P. and Ruby A. (Claypoole) Heginbotham.

Ronald attended both Penn State University and Garrett College. He worked...

Aug 15, 2021

Judith “Judy” Ann Showalter, 65, of Dryfork, WV, passed away at Davis Memorial Hospital on August 15, 2021 after a short battle of illness. She was born in Elkins, WV, on August 22, 1955, a daughter to the late William H. and Mildred V. (Kerns) Showalter.

She was raised on Showalter Mountain, spending 50 years living a...

Aug 12, 2021

Gary Biser of Oakland, Maryland passed away on Aug 12, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Gary “Moose” Wayne Biser, 64, of Oakland, Maryland passed away August 12, 2021, at Garrett Regional Medical Center. He was born March 4, 1957, in Oakland, Maryland.

Gary graduated...

Aug 11, 2021

Donald Keith Wolfe, Sr., 87, of Oakland, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at his home. Born on June 12, 1934, in Horse Shoe Run, WV, he was the son of the late Ralph L. and Bessie (Roth) Wolfe. He was a 1951 graduate of Oakland High School. He was a truck driver for Fairfax Sand & Stone....