Hastings Funeral Home Inc of Morgantown, WV

08/24/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Anna Lynn Stasick.

Anna Lynn Stasick passed away peacefully the morning of August 6th, 2026, with loved ones by her side.

Anna was born to Sue VanPutenVink and Henry “Andrew” Stasiuk in Paterson, New Jersey, on March 16th, 1950. Anna was preceded in death by her older sister, Judith “Judy” Beavan, and their parents. Anna is survived by her younger brother, Arthur Stasiuk, whom she cherished; Arthur’s wife, Nancy; and her nieces and their families. Anna was dearly beloved by her close companions and honored in her community.

Anna Lynn was a deeply sensitive person who saw beauty in life exemplified through the arts and the natural world. She was a talented musician who sang and played the guitar true to her spirit. Anna was also a proud craftsperson; she could build and fix most anything. She possessed an extraordinary memory and would often, in the midst of conversation, recite song lyrics or poems by heart, as easily as she could recall dates, names, places, and the histories attached to them. She was an exceptional preservation historian. Anna was quick-witted, innovative, intelligent, dedicated, and strong-willed.

In 76 years, Anna had enough adventures for many lifetimes. As a young adult, she left home and traveled through parts of Europe, including France and Spain. She returned briefly to the East Coast before heading west to California, where she worked selling musical instruments and performing auto maintenance. Following this journey, she settled in West Virginia where she made a lifelong home.

Anna was a “back-to-the-lander.” In the 1970s she moved to Hundred, West Virginia, built her own cabin, and grew her own food. After several years, she traded rural living for a more social existence in Morgantown. In downtown Morgantown, she was contracted to perform maintenance and repair for many businesses and apartment buildings. She was also a member of the steelworkers’ union. In 1987, Anna Lynn purchased her home in the Greenmont neighborhood where she joined a community that celebrated and treasured her.

At the turn of the millennium, Anna returned to West Virginia University and earned her Regents Bachelor of Arts degree and later continued studies in pursuit of a PhD. She went on to work for the Preservation Alliance throughout West Virginia, bringing together her craftsmanship, knowledge of history, and appreciation for the places around her.

As her health declined in the last decade, her day-to-day life grew quieter and more familiar. She continued to find joy in the people, animals, and home that she loved. She enjoyed time with her basset hound, Hanky Doodle Dandy, playing dominoes, deep and immersive intellectual conversations, dinners out with friends, evenings at Gene's, and hosting small gatherings filled with song and laughter.

Anna Lynn was tender, passionate, and rather theatrical. If you expressed your love for her, she would reciprocate honestly. She called it “a meeting of the Mutual Admiration Society.” As a point of ceremony, she would animatedly act out the exchange: “I love you. I love you, too. Okay, meeting adjourned.” She will be dearly missed.

Friends and family will be received at Hastings Funeral Home, 153 Spruce St., Morgantown, on Saturday, September 5th from 3-5pm. A Celebration of Life will continue at Gene’s Beer Garden, 461 Wilson Ave., Morgantown, beginning at 7pm.

Send condolences online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

08/24/2026

08/21/2026

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08/21/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Donald William Porter.

Donald William Porter, 69, of Morgantown, West Virginia, went to heaven on Wednesday, August 19th, 2026, while surrounded by his family. He was born on The Fourth of July, 1957, in Morgantown, West Virginia, as the youngest of four boys. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Charlene Hunter Porter; daughters Whitney Dawn Porter Lenhart (DJ) and Courtney Porter Riley (Nick); grandsons William and Weston Lenhart, and Oliver Riley. He is also survived by his brother Dexter Porter (Dickie Lee), sister-in-law Shelia Porter, many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Mildred (McMillen) Porter, as well as two of his older brothers, Douglas and David Porter.

Don graduated from University High School in Morgantown in 1975 where he earned All-State Honorable Mention in football and lettered all 3 years. He started working at a very young age with a paper route, janitorial jobs, delivery driver, and on pipelines. His most notable occupations were as a skilled carpenter at Walls Cabinet Company for 22½ years and at Mylan Pharmaceuticals for 19 years, demonstrating his strong work ethic and loyalty. As a long-time member of the Forks-of-Cheat Baptist Church, Don was both a Deacon and Church Cemetery Director.

Beach vacations, camping, and trips to Canaan Valley with his family were important to Don, as he wanted to create lasting memories for everyone. His famous Fourth of July parties have been a long-standing tradition in which he reveled in spending time with family and friends, highlighted with homemade ice cream and epic fireworks. He was an avid NASCAR fan and Mountaineer Football season ticket holder for decades. In his later years, his favorite times were spent with his grandsons, as he proudly held the title “Pap.”

The family would like to sincerely thank everyone for all the support and love we have received and for the people involved in Don’s care, specifically at Fresenius Kidney Care and Mon Health Medical Center. We are blessed by how much Don was truly loved.

Friends and family will be received at Hastings Funeral Home, 153 Spruce St. Morgantown, on Sunday, August 23rd from 1-5 PM. Visitation will continue at the funeral home on Monday, August 24th from 1 PM until the time of the funeral service at 2 PM with Pastor Chuck Bowers officiating. Burial will follow at Forks-of-Cheat Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Don has requested that donations be made to Forks-of-Cheat Baptist Church Cemetery, mailed to Daniel Lenhart at 42 Bruce Sliger Road, Morgantown, WV, 26508.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com.

08/21/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Paul Henneberger.

Paul Keefer Henneberger, 73, of Morgantown, WV, died at Ruby Memorial Hospital on May 28, 2026.

Paul was born in Hamilton, Ohio., on August 27, 1952, the son of Marc W. Henneberger and Mary K. Henneberger. He is survived by his wife, Linda Durfee, of Morgantown, and their daughter, Katherine Henneberger, of Brooklyn, N.Y.; his siblings, James Henneberger (Charlotte), of Tampa, Fla., and Nancy Riesgo (Tom), of Belfast, Me.; ten nieces and nephews; and three great-nieces.

A 1974 graduate of Beloit College, Paul earned a Master of Public Health degree from Columbia University in 1980 and a Doctor of Science degree in Epidemiology and Occupational Health from Harvard University in 1988. Paul’s public health career began in New York City, where he worked first in infectious disease surveillance for the NYC Department of Health and later as an epidemiologist for the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Following completion of his ScD, Paul spent four years as an Assistant Professor at the State University of New York (SUNY) Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, N.Y., teaching epidemiology to medical and nursing students and conducting research in occupational health, especially the respiratory health of pulp and paper workers. In 1993, he moved to Morgantown to work at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), where he would spend the remainder of his career.

During his 32 years at NIOSH, Paul became known worldwide for his contributions to the understanding of occupational respiratory disease, including work-related asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In addition to being a prolific author in the field, Paul served as a peer reviewer for numerous professional journals, and he was a highly regarded presenter, moderator, and facilitator at professional conferences. Paul’s colleagues valued his expertise, thoughtful perspective, and talent for asking insightful questions that deepened scientific discussions. He was also known for mentoring early-career scientists, generously sharing his time and wisdom to encourage newcomers to the field.

As a long-term member of the American Thoracic Society (ATS), Paul held multiple leadership positions within that society over the years, including serving a term as Environmental, Occupational and Population Health (EOPH) Assembly Chair and member of the ATS Board of Directors. In addition, he served for a number of years as a board member of the American Lung Association of West Virginia and the American Lung Association of the Mid-Atlantic, as well as of the Community Kitchen in Morgantown.

Following his 2025 retirement, Paul still remained active professionally, staying on as a guest researcher at NIOSH, maintaining adjunct faculty status at West Virginia University, and continuing his collaborative work with international investigators. He shared his expertise with the community, working with local activists to highlight how recent administrative changes affect West Virginia health care. Driven by his passion to improve the lives of others, Paul also recently joined the Friday morning volunteer crew at the Community Kitchen.

An enthusiast of English country dancing, Paul met his beloved Linda at Pinewoods Camp. The couple married in 1994 and soon welcomed their daughter, Katherine, who became her father’s greatest source of joy and pride. Paul enjoyed traveling with his family, and two career opportunities offered them notable travel experiences: a ten-week collaborative research position in 2003 at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, and a ten-month Visiting Scientist position in 2008 at the Centre for Research in Environmental Epidemiology in Barcelona, Spain. In retirement, Paul revived his interest in the German language, finding great satisfaction in improving his fluency through dedicated daily practice. Paul savored his early-morning neighborhood walks, relished every opportunity to cross-country ski, and loved hiking in the woods. He was a lifelong Episcopalian.

A memorial service will take place at St. Thomas à Becket Episcopal Church, 75 Old Cheat Rd. Morgantown, on Saturday, August 29, at 10 am, with the Rev. Michael L. Delk officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul's memory may be made to the American Lung Association; Episcopal Relief & Development; Community Kitchen, Inc.; or Pinewoods Camp, Inc.

Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

08/20/2026

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08/18/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Scott H. Coffers.

Scott H. Coffers, 67, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 in Reedsville, WV. Born in Amityville, NY, he was the son of the late Marvin and Barbara Coffers.

Scott was drawn to the hills of West Virginia in 1990 to work at Mylan Pharmaceuticals, where he retired from their R&D Department after almost 30 years of service.

He is survived by his sons, Sean (Andrea) and Ross, his former spouse Kathleen (Timothy), and his brothers, Marc (Stephanie) and Perry. He is also survived by his many countrywide friends and bikers, too many to list yet deep in our hearts.

Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with cremation arrangements and a memorial service will be planned for a later date with details updated online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

Ride Free, Scotty B. Ride Free

08/17/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Michael Coombs.

Michael M. Coombs, age 76, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026. Born on June 3, 1950, Michael was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

Michael was the proud owner of Beechwood Contracting, where he made significant contributions to the construction industry. His work ethic and dedication earned him respect amongst peers and clients alike.

He is survived by his four beloved sons: Matthew Lucas, Jason Lucas, Bryan Coombs, and Joshua Coombs. Michael was also a cherished grandfather to his grandchildren, Nicholas Lantz, Haley Simons, and Teagan Coombs, who brought him immense joy.

Michael was a loving brother to Wayne F. Coombs III. His family and friends will forever remember him for his vibrant spirit and his passions. An avid gardener, Michael found solace in nurturing plants. He cherished his time on the golf course, or riding one of his many BMW motorcycles. A true dog lover, he shared his life with countless furry companions, each leaving paw prints on his heart.

Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send condolences online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

08/17/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Michael M. Coombs.

Michael M. Coombs, 76, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home and a full obituary will be updated at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com.