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11/03/2026

Wade Sirk

Wade Lee Sirk, age 94 of Moorefield, WV, passed away Saturday morning, October 31, 2026, at EA Hawse Healthcare Center in Baker, WV. Born March 5, 1932, in Needmore, WV, he was the son of the late Hayes William Sirk and Redith Virginia Wilson Reynolds and stepfather, Floyd Reynolds. He was also preceded in death by brother Harold Sirk.

Wade graduated from Wardensville High School in 1950, where he served as Vice President of the FFA Federation and was recognized as a 4-H Pin Wearer and All-Star. Throughout his life, he remained dedicated to serving others and his community. He served as a Boy Scout leader, was an active member of numerous local Ruritan Clubs, and generously gave his time and support to the Gideons.

Wade devoted 65 years of his life to pastoral ministry, serving 35 years in Virginia and 16 years in West Virginia. He was affectionately known as the "Building Pastor" because wherever he was appointed, he could be found building churches and housing, using his hands, skills, and talents to improve the communities he served.

Woodworking and carpentry were among Wade's greatest passions, talents that were part of his family's heritage and passed down through generations. He took great pride in working with wood and building things that would serve others for years to come. His love of building went far beyond construction; he spent his life building churches, communities, friendships, and relationships.

Wade also enjoyed the simple pleasures of life and the outdoors. He loved deer hunting, camping, and cooking outdoors in a Dutch oven. These activities brought him enjoyment and reflected his appreciation for nature, hard work, and family traditions.

Between pastoral ministry and minor retirement, Wade wasn't ready to stop serving people. He continued sharing his friendly spirit as a Walmart greeter in both West Virginia and Florida, welcoming customers and making connections with those he met.

Throughout his 65 years of ministry and beyond, Wade lived a life marked by faith, dedication, craftsmanship, and a willingness to serve. He was truly a builder in every sense of the word. The churches and homes he helped build may stand as physical reminders of his work, but the faith, friendships, and memories he left behind are the greatest part of his legacy.

Wade spent his life building more than churches and homes; he built a legacy of faith, service, and love that will continue for generations.

Surviving is his wife of 70 years, Phyllis Mae (Inskeep) Sirk; two sons, Mark W. (Kristi) Sirk of Moorefield, and Matthew W. (Karen) Sirk of Newport News, VA; one daughter, Beverly Sirk-Miller of Gloucester, VA; six grandchildren, Phillip A. (Hannah) Sirk, Adam W. Sirk, Bethany G. (Eric) Jennings, Jamie Lee Sirk, Angela (Matt) Lee, and Tiffany (Kyle) Krapes; eleven great-grandkids, Hayes, Ellis, Christian, Emily, Awbry, Jemma, Jayden, Lucas, Kylie, Cheyenne, and Gauge.

Funeral Services will be conducted 11:00 AM Friday, November 6, 2026, at Duffey Memorial Methodist Church, 100 North Elm Street, with Pastors Mark Flynn and Mike Funkhouser officiants. Interment will follow at Olivet Cemetery, Moorefield, WV. The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Thursday at the Funeral Home.

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11/03/2026

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11/02/2026

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10/30/2026

Darwin Simmons

Darwin C. Simmons, age 86 of Moorefield, WV, passed away Wednesday morning, October 28, 2026, at his residence. Born February 27, 1940, in Kessel, he was the son of the late Arno C. Simmons and Jean Elizabeth Barr Simmons. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Jackson Simmons; four brothers-in-law, Tom Kewecki, Gary Lee, Steve Palmer, and Ga***rd Brooks; special aunt and uncle, Lyle and Gladys Hardy.

Darwin graduated from Moorefield High School in 1958 and served in the U.S. Army from 1959-1962 and received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army Reserves in 1965. He attended basic training in Ft. Jackson, SC and afterwards was transferred to U.S. Army Air Defense Command, “B” Battery 3rd Missile Battalion at Loring AFB, and “C” Battery 3rd Missile Battalion through 1961 in Maine. He maintained guided missiles protecting USAF B-52 bombers and F-105 fighter jets. Additional duty stations at the 5th Missile Battalion (Nuclear Warheads Nike Hercules) and finished his career with the 3rd Artillery U.S. Army, Pittsburgh, Air Defense Site in Oakdale, PA achieving the rank of SP4 (E-4).

Enlisting in the U.S. Navy, Seabees in 1980 through 1997 he served 42 months on active duty. He received training and duty stations in Cumberland, MD, Ft. Belvoir, VA, U.S. Marine Corps Base in Quantico, VA (numerous times) U.S. Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejune, NC (numerous times), US Army 82nd Airborne, Ft. Bragg, NC (numerous times), U.S. Naval Submarine Base, Kings, Bay, GA, Navy Seabees, Gulfport, Mississippi (numerous times), Navy Seabees, Port Hueneme, CA, Dam Neck, VA, Camp Dawson, WV, GITMO, Panama and Midway Island.

He received numerous awards including the Army Good Conduct Medal, Battalion Soldier of the Month, M1 Carbine Expert, Navy Achievement Medal, Battle E Ribbon, Navy R***e Expert, Navy Pistol Expert, Meritorious Unit Commendation, National Defense Service Medal, Navy & Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon, Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, and Detail Seabee of the Quarter.

He was a member of the Hardy County Voiture #1623, 40 & 8 and the John M. Golliday, American Legion Post #64.

He retired from the WV Department of Highways after 37 years of working mostly on bridges. After retirement from the WVDOH, he was employed by RK&K Consulting Engineers, from Baltimore, MD for five and a half years as a consultant for bridge projects throughout WV and later working a couple small projects when someone was on vacation.

Darwin was an avid Moorefield High School sports fan for over 60 years. Most recently watching his grandchildren cheer, perform gymnastics, and compete in wrestling, soccer, baseball, basketball and football. In addition, he attended many of the events for out of town grandchildren, including many soccer, golf, basketball, football and lacrosse games in VA and NC.

After retirement, he enjoyed playing senior golf on Wednesdays as Valley View Golf course and traveling. Some of his travels included WWII battlefields in Europe as well as visiting Alaska, the Grand Canyon, and other places of interest throughout the country. Darwin was also an avid hunter. Darwin was a lifetime member of the Oakdale Christian Church, Rig, WV.

He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Kathryn E. Simmons; two sons, Jeremy Simmons and wife, Stephanie, Fisher, WV, and Daniel Simmons and wife, Heather, of Moorefield, WV; one step-daughter, Stephanie Vetter and husband Jay of Burlington, NC; one stepson, Tim Wratchford, and wife Pam of Hanover, VA; twelve grandchildren, who checked on him every day; one great-grandson; three sisters, Shirley Brooks of Cumberland, MD, Peggy Simmons of Fisher, WV, and Pat Palmer of Vienna, VA; and special friend of over 60 years, John Swick.

In honor of Darwin's spirit and the legacy he leaves behind, a Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Oakdale Christian Church, 3989 Rig Road, Moorefield, WV, with Pastor Lynn Rohrbaugh officiant. Friends, family, and all whose lives he touched are invited to join us in commemorating Darwin's remarkable journey and the joy he brought to our lives. The family will welcome friends starting at 11:00 AM until the time of the service, inviting everyone to share in laughter, stories and fond memories.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to the Jacob Metheny Memorial Scholarship Fund at Pendelton Community Bank, 402 S Main Street, Moorefield, WV 26836 or Newhouse Cemetery, c/o Bunn Carr, 541 Rig West Road, Moorefield, WV 26836. To offer condolences, share memories, or upload photos in honor of Darwin's extraordinary life, visit his Tribute Wall at www.fraleyfuneralhome.com and celebrate the impact he made on all those around him.

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10/30/2026

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10/29/2026

Toni Welton

Toni Gail Welton, age 71 of Moorefield, WV, passed away Monday morning, October 26, 2026 at her residence. Born on December 13, 1954, at Fort Belvoir, VA, she was the daughter of the late James Owen Ashenfelter and Flossie Victoria Zirk Ashenfelter. Toni was preceded in death by the father of her children, Aaron Sandy Welton III; two brothers, Bob Ashenfelter and Jimmy Ashenfelter; and two sisters, Sandra Collins and Polly Robertson.

Outside of work, Toni enjoyed reading and literature, and sharing that passion with the next generation. She also loved cooking, watching science fiction and fantasy movies, and sharing meaningful moments with the people she cared about most.

Above all, Toni treasured the time she spent with family and friends, especially her grandchildren. Whether gathered around a meal, enjoying a good movie, or simply sharing conversation and laughter, these moments were among the things that made life special to her.

Toni's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for the moments shared, the memories made, and the lasting place she holds in the lives of those she leaves behind.

Surviving is a son, Aaron A. (Ashley) Welton, IV; four daughters, Jessica Welton (Steven Bogdan), Lesley (Delmas) See, Sarah Taylor, & Amy Welton (Jordan Pratt) of Moorefield, WV; a brother John (Patty) Ashenfelter; and 10 grandchildren.

To celebrate the beautiful life she lived, a Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Fraley Funeral Home Chapel, located at 107 Washington Street. The family will welcome friends starting at 1:00 PM, until the time of the service, inviting everyone to share in the laughter, stories, and fond memories of Toni.

To offer condolences, share memories, or upload photos in honor of Toni's extraordinary life, visit her Tribute Wall at www.fraleyfuneralhome.com and celebrate the impact she made on all those around her.

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10/29/2026

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10/26/2026

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10/26/2026

Eugene "Tude" Sherman

Eugene Conway Sherman, known to all as “Tude,” age 90, of Moorefield, WV, passed away Saturday evening, October 24, 2026, at the Grant Rehabilitation and Care Center in Petersburg, WV.

Born March 24, 1936, in Frosty Hollow, he was the son of the late Ocie Eugene Sherman and Nellie Grace Crites Sherman. His wife, Dorothy Lee Vetter Sherman preceded him in death in November 2023. He was also preceded in death by his infant son, Rex Sherman; two sisters, Mary Ganoe and Josephine “Duckie” Conrad; and two brothers, Ray “Mutt” Sherman and Carl Sherman. He is survived by 3 sisters, Carol Crites, Sue Kyle and Libby Martin and 3 brothers, Wendell, Woodrow and Neil.

Tude was employed at the Tannery in Petersburg, West Virginia, where he worked for many years. He later became a truck driver for Rockingham Poultry, now known as Pilgrims Pride, in Moorefield, continuing his dedication to hard work and providing for himself and his family.

Outside of work, Tude enjoyed a variety of hobbies and activities that brought him happiness. He loved spending time outdoors, taking on carpentry projects, playing cards, and bowling. He found pleasure in the simple things in life.

One of Tude’s greatest loves was animals, especially goats, which held a special place in his heart. He also had a deep love for babies and children. Though he could sometimes appear rough around the edges, those who truly knew him understood that beneath his tough exterior was a heart of gold. He was a man who would never knowingly hurt anyone and who cared more deeply than he might have ever expressed in words.

Tude’s compassion and courage were evident in a remarkable moment when he helped save the lives of a family caught in a flash flood. For this heroic act, he was honored for his efforts. It was a testament to the goodness within him and a reminder that, behind his strong personality, was a man willing to step forward when others were in need. Those who knew him best will remember the man beneath the rough exterior—a man with a heart of gold whose life was filled with projects and stories.

He is survived by two daughters, JoAnn See and Margaret Murrell; two sons, Lloyd (Faye) and Timmy (Libby); eight grandchildren, Tyler (Sarah), Brandon (Breanna), Tanner (Valeria), Tucker, Morgan, Aurora, Amelia, and Harley; seven great-grandchildren, Clattie, Diana, Brooklen, Maverick, Archer, Brantlee, and Cooper; and step-children, Debbie (Gale) Wilson, Pam (Dane) Schell, and Brodell Wilson.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the Fraley Funeral Home Chapel, 107 Washington Street, with Pastor Elizabeth “Libby” Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the Olivet Cemetery. The family will welcome visitors to pay their respects from 5–7 PM on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the funeral home.

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10/23/2026

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