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A family owned and operated funeral home serving the area for over 100 years. We have been friends of the families we serve since 1917.

Phones are answered 24 hours a day 7 days a week. A family owned and operated funeral service business serving the area for over 100 years.

10/31/2026

Cynthia Johnson, 57, of New Richmond, WV died at home on Thursday, October 29th, 2026. She was born on July 4, 1969 to Robert Lee Workman and Ann Workman.
Cynthia was very creative and enjoyed Arts & Crafts, loved to draw, crochet, and design web pages. She also loved animals, especially her dogs Trampus, Maverick, and Champ.
In addition to her mother, Cynthia is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, James Thomas Johnson of New Richmond, WV. Also left to cherish her memories is her brother, David Workman (Loretta) of Welch-Pineville Road, WV.
At the request of the family, the body will be cremated.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com

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10/30/2026

Willard Carl McGhee Jr, 78, of War, West Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) General in Charleston, WV. Born in War, WV, on March 1, 1948, he was the son of Willard McGhee, Sr. and Ruby Ernestine Short McGhee.

Willard served in the U.S. Army and was in the Vietnam war. He was proud to represent his country. He also was a coalminer and loved to go golfing and fishing in his free time. He attended Avent Christian Church in War, WV.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Patrick Alan McGhee.

He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Martha Louise McGhee of War, WV; son John Patrick Bandy-McGhee of the home; and three sisters Katherine Rutherford, Mary Jane Spears, and Michaelinda Beach.

Willard’s funeral will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, at the Advent Christian Church of East War, WV. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m., with Reverend Danny Cyphers officiating. Burial will take place at Grandview Memory Gardens at 1:00 p.m. Family and friends will be pallbearers.

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10/27/2026

Justin Rose, 30, of Thomasville, NC passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 20th, 2026. He is the son of Rachel Grose (Bobby) of Bluefield, WV and Randall Rose of Thomasville, NC.
Justin’s favorite past times were fishing, playing basketball, and visiting his friends. He never met a stranger and loved his family dearly.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Lisa and Arthur Phillips.
Those left to cherish Justin’s memory include his paternal grandparents, Anna (Bill) Pruitt of Thomasville, NC, and James Rose of Williamson, WV. He is also survived by his sister, Brianna Jackson of Pageton, WV; his brother, Brady Rose of Ohio; his niece, Lavonne Harold; and his nephew, Zander Harold. A host of aunts, uncles, and cousins, along with his very special friends Carrie Willis and Harold McMurray, also cherish his memory.
Justin’s funeral will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026, at the Douglas Mortuary in Welch, WV. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m., with Reverend Herman Day officiating. Burial will take place at Woodlawn Memorial Park at 1:00 p.m.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com

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10/01/2026

Lisa Murphy Mitchem, 36, of Bluefield, West Virginia went to be with the lord on Monday September 28, 2026. Born October 5, 1989, she was the daughter of Lynn Murphy and Rita Mae Hall.
Lisa loved listening to music and spending time with her children and sisters.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Mildred Murphy.
In addition to her parents, those left to cherish her memories are her husband Thomas Mitchem of Bluefield; two sons Little Thomas Mitchem and Tanner Mitchem, both of the home; two sisters Chelsea Murphy and Latasha Murphy, both of Kimball, WV; brother Billy Murphy and Kayla Murphy of Parkersburg, WV; and nieces Miracle Murphy, Serenity Epperly, Mia Epperly and Skylar Murphy.
The body will be laid to rest on Monday, October 5th at 1:00pm at Rockhouse Cemetery in Carswell, WV with Pastor Angie Gillespie officiating.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com

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09/29/2026

Charles Cheeks, 67, of Pineville, WV, died on Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was born on October 20, 1958, to the late Charles Cheeks and Linda Mullens.
He loved hunting, was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed ginsenging. He also had a special dog named Kennedy.
Charles was preceded in death by brother-in-law and best friend C.J. Osborne.
He is survived by his wife Lucy Cheeks of Pineville, WV; three sons, Hunter Cheeks, Adam Cheeks, and Noah Cheeks, all of Pineville, WV; nieces Haley Toth and Kourteny Osborne; nephew Joshua Osborne; great niece Hannah Boone; great nephew Timmy Toth; sister-in-law Sonja Osborne; and father-in-law Earl Green and mother-in-law Ruby Green.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com

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09/29/2026

Roy Duncan, 72, of Coalwood, WV, died on Sunday, September 27, 2026. He was born on January 25, 1954, to the late Alva Duncan and Jewell Likens.
Roy proudly served 32 years in the military as an Army Commander. He had an incredibly special fur baby, Bailey who misses him dearly.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Duncan.
He is survived by his companion, Crystal Goff and Hunter Franklin, a special stepdaughter of the home; his stepdaughter, Jessica Courtland, and her husband, Brian, of Wi******er, VA; three stepsons, Jacob Patrick, James Patrick, and John Goff, all of Beckley, WV; his younger brother Randy Duncan; his step granddaughter, Hannah Courtland; his close friend and neighbor, Martha Gibson; and many other aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, and cousins.
A military service will be held at a future date to honor Roy at Woodlawn Memorial Park where his ashes will be buried.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com

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09/28/2026

Robin Martin, 63, of Premier, WV passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026. She was an inpatient at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Born July 8, 1963, in Welch, WV, she was the daughter of the late Otis Crawford and Daisy Crawford.
Robin had four sons, Donald Crawford Osborne of New Mexico; Adamlee Spence of Princeton, WV; Clayton Martin of Premier, WV; and Logan Martin of Premier, WV.
There will be a private viewing for immediate family on Monday, September 28, 2026, at The Douglas Mortuary chapel in Welch, West Virginia. Immediate burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluefield, WV.
The Douglas Mortuary is handling the arrangements.

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09/19/2026

Oliver Bright, 49, of Northfork, WV passed away Friday, September 18, 2026, at Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia. Born February 10, 1977, in Welch, WV, he was the son of the late Samuel A. Bright and Sandra Murensky.
Oliver was of the Protestant faith and loved collecting guns, fishing, and animals. He had a very special dog named Rico who will miss him dearly.
Those left to cherish his memories are his mom, Sandra Murensky and stepfather Rick Murensky of Welch, WV; his daughter, Victoria Bright and partner Jamie Burns of Princeton, WV; sons Jonathan Bright of Fairlawn, VA, Samuel Bright and partner Brooke Scarbro of Wytheville, VA, and Anthony Bright of Bland, VA; sister Samantha Bright and Nathan Fink of Princeton, WV; and grandson Chase Bright of Wytheville, VA.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 24th, 2026, at The Douglas Mortuary in Welch, WV from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Pastor Dan Pruitt will be in attendance to provide brief remarks. Per the deceased’s wishes, the body will be cremated.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com

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09/16/2026

Joseph Katusich, Sr., 87, of Gales Ferry, CT, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Harbor Village Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in New London, CT. Born in War, WV, on March 4, 1939, he was the son of Fabian Katusich and Teresa Diviak.
Joseph served in the U.S. Navy for two decades as a submariner and COB aboard the USS George C. Marshall. He also worked for nearly 15 years in Power Plant Operations at Pfizer.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Shirley Darlena Hyatt Katusich of Gales Ferry, CT; his daughter, Delisa Diane Katusich of Gales Ferry, CT; his son, Joseph Katusich, Jr. of Shrewsbury, MA; his sister, Helen Smith of Grafton, OH; and three grandchildren, Joseph Fabian Katusich III of Southampton, MA, Jessica Elise Katusich of Florence, MA, and Griffin Jonah Katusich-Kane of Holden, MA.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Frank Katusich of Norfolk, VA.
Graveside services will be conducted at noon on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, VA. A memorial service will be held at a later date in the Groton, CT area.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com.

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09/03/2026

Patricia Milam, 84, passed away on September 3rd, 2026, at the McDowell Health Care Center in Gary, WV.
Born April 7, 1942, she was the daughter of the late William “Bill” Jones and Anna Mae Jones.
Patricia was of the Baptist faith and one of twelve siblings in her family.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Norman Milam. Patricia was also preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.
Left to cherish her memories is her sister Emma Jean Blankenship from Big Sandy, WV.
There will be a direct burial held on Monday, September 7th, 2026 at 12:00pm at Iaeger Memorial Cemetery in Roderfield, WV. Reverend Mervin White is officiating.
The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com.

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Welch, WV
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Tuesday	8am - 4pm
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Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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