Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Switzer, West Virginia

Charles Ray Smith

Charles Ray Smith

Oct 6, 2025

Charles Ray Smith, 68 of Ethel, WV, departed this life on Monday, October 6th, 2025 at Logan Regional Medical Center. He was born on October 1st, 1957, to the late Albert and Freda (Dean) Smith in Logan, WV.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Melinda Dailey; four grandchildren, Kaitlyn Dailey, Ryan Dailey, Trey Dailey,...

Freddie Franklin Curnutte

Freddie Franklin Curnutte

Oct 1, 2025

Freddie Franklin Curnutte, 56 of Monaville, WV passed away on October 1st, 2025. 

Freddie enjoyed ginsenging, playing his guitar, dancing, reading the Bible, and spending time with his pet companion, Tiny. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Freddie Akers; one brother, Jeff Curnutte; special aunt, Mildred Curnutte; and his maternal grandparents, Jay and Virginia Curnutte. 

He is survived by his mother...

Sharon Kay Rainwater

Sharon Kay Rainwater

Oct 4, 2025

Sharon Kay Rainwater 74, of Logan, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

She was born February 25, 1951. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Claude “Allen” Rainwater, and her niece, Dreama K. Adams. Sharon was survived by two sons — Steven Michael Duty and Donald Gary Workman (Marlena); her best friend and...

Billy James "Poochie" Mitchem

Billy James "Poochie" Mitchem

Sep 29, 2025

Billy James “Poochie” Mitchem, 50 of Switzer, WV departed this life peacefully at his residence on Monday, September 29, 2025.

He was proceeded in death by his mothers, Sandra Mitchem and Brenda Mitchem; maternal grandparents, Bill, and Opal Plumley; and paternal grandparents, Howard and Nancy Mitchem.

He is survived by his father, Jimmy Mitchem (Lana Crum) of Monaville; the love of his...

Clemenatine Matthews- Rollins

Clemenatine Matthews- Rollins

Sep 16, 2025

Clemenatine Matthews-Rollins, 92, of Logan, WV, transcended peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Clemenatine was born in Prospect in Giles County, TN, in 1933. Clemenatine lived a long and fulfilling life dedicated to her family, family, and community. She was known for her warm heart, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.

She...

Crystal E. Johnson

Crystal E. Johnson

Sep 10, 2025

Crystal E. Johnson, 68 of Ethel, WV departed this life on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, WV. She was born on December 27, 1956, in Logan, WV to the late Seybert Smith and Helen Thompson Smith.

Those left to cherish her loving memory includes her husband, Bobby L. Johnson; son, James (Melissa) Lowe; daughters,...

David McKnight

David McKnight

Sep 4, 2025

David Lynn McKnight, 75 of Wilkinson, WV passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025 surrounded by his fiancée, Kim Mendez and special friends, Jeanie Stapleton and Katrina Sebolt at Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV.

David was a 1968 graduate of Logan High School and was an employee of Kroger Company. He retired from there in 2011 after forty-one years...

Denise Cathine Nelson

Denise Cathine Nelson

Aug 28, 2025

Denise Cathine Nelson, 70 of Logan, WV passed away unexpectedly surrounded by her loved ones on Thursday, August 28th at Greeneville Community Hospital in Greeneville, TN. She was born to the late Bill and Loretta (Lovell) Nelson on July 15th, 1955 in Huntington, WV.

She was a teacher for over 30 years, and retired from Logan County Board of Education.

Those left...

Donna Sue Kozma

Donna Sue Kozma

Aug 20, 2025

Donna Sue Kozma, age 72, went to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. She was born on December 31, 1952, to the late William “Bill” Kozma and Betty Jo Kozma.

Donna was a wonderful daughter, aunt, cousin, and friend to many. She was a devout Christian and lived her life in a way that reflected her faith. She was...

Judi Carol (Tackett) Varney

Judi Carol (Tackett) Varney

Aug 13, 2025

Judi Carol (Tackett) Varney, 81, of Huntingtown, MD, passed away peacefully at Winchester Medical Center in the early morning hours of August 13, 2025, surrounded and comforted by her loved ones.

Born on April 29, 1944, in Logan, West Virginia, Judi was the eldest child of Emil Edward Tackett and Virginia (Newsome) Tackett, and the oldest of five daughters.

She married Rev....

Rev. Alfred Francis Setser

Rev. Alfred Francis Setser

Aug 13, 2025

Rev. Alfred Francis Setser, 93 years old, of Rossmore WV departed this life on Wednesday, August 13th, 2025. He was born on April 16th, 1932 to the late Everett and Gladys Setser, and was the oldest of 11 kids. He was born and raised in Martin County, KY.

He moved to WV to work in coal mines when he was 19...

Dixie Evon Ingles

Dixie Evon Ingles

Aug 8, 2025

Dixie Evon Ingles, 73, of Browning Fork, WV departed this life on Friday, August 8th, 2025 at Charleston Area Medical Center Memorial Division in Charleston, WV. She was born on November 10th, 1951, in Hampden, WV and was the daughter of the late Chester L. Ingles and Mamie (Grimmett) Ingles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Brianna Nicole McCay

Brianna Nicole McCay

Aug 4, 2025

Brianna Nicole McCay, a shining light in the lives of all who knew her, passed away on August 4th, 2025, at the age of 31. Born on December 21st, 1993, in Logan, WV.

Brianna was preceded in death by her mother, Terrie Lynn Ellis.

Survivors include: her father, Randy (Shelby) Jackson JR. brothers, Isaiah (Kaytlin) Ellis, Randy Shoan Jackson lll, sister, April Dawn...

Joshua Hicks

Joshua Hicks

Aug 3, 2025

Joshua Timothy Hicks, 42 of Bruno, WV departed this life on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, at Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV. He was born on January 4th, 1983, in Man, WV to Kathy (Stacey) Hicks and the late Jack Carroll Hicks. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bob and Iva Lea...

Sandra "Sandy" June Ellis Colley

Sandra "Sandy" June Ellis Colley

Jul 31, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” June Ellis Colley 72, of Omar, WV passed away peacefully at her home in Omar on Thursday morning, July 31st, 2025.

Sandy was born October 7th, 1952, in Logan, WV to Don. W. Ellis and Mercy V. Blankenship Ellis.

Sandy graduated from Logan High Class of 1970, she then went on to briefly work at Logan Regional Hospital and was...

Elizabeth Gray

Elizabeth Gray

Jul 29, 2025

Another angel has received her wings. On July 29, 2025, after a brief illness, Elizabeth Gray peacefully transitioned to meet her Heavenly Father. Born on October 18, 1935, in Holden Hospital, Logan, West Virginia, Elizabeth was the beloved daughter of the late Napoleon and Golden Burris of Whitman, West Virginia.

Elizabeth called many places home throughout her life, including Lusby, Maryland...

Tim Frye

Tim Frye

Jul 27, 2025

Tim Frye, 45, of Rossmore, WV passed away at his home on Sunday, July 27, 2025. He was born March 10, 1980, in Logan, WV, the beloved son of Randy and Vicky Frye. He was proceeded in death by his grandparents, Ira and Veronia Damron and Elba Frye and Marie Frye Trent.

Tim was a proud 1999 graduate of Logan High...

Kenneth Delmar Donahoe

Kenneth Delmar Donahoe

Jul 25, 2025

Kenneth Delmar Donahoe, 81, of Logan, WV departed this life on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV. He was born on February 29, 1944 and was the son of the late Roy and Vida Valma (Cline) Donahoe. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Clifford Donahoe; sister, Janet (Donahoe)...

Martha Jane Tackett Whitt

Martha Jane Tackett Whitt

Jul 21, 2025

Martha Jane Tackett Whitt, born October 24, 1936, of Roanoke, VA, formerly of Switzer, WV, received her Heavenly reward July 21, 2025, where she was gloriously reunited with her husband and soulmate, Harold Gene Whitt, and her family that had gone on before her. In addition to Gene, Jesus, and the angels, those who greeted Martha at those pearly gates...

Anita Capua

Anita Capua

Jul 14, 2025

With broken hearts and profound love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Anita Kay Capua. She left us unexpectedly yet peacefully on July 14, 2025, surrounded by loving family.

Anita was born on May 10, 1957, to Augustino and Maxine Capua, who preceded her in death, along with her sister, Debbie Belcher. She missed them tremendously, and it gives...