Raynes Funeral Home

02/20/2026

Charles R. Asbury, 97 of Red House passed away Thursday, February 19 2026 at Hubbard Hospice House following a long illness. Charles retired from Monsanto Plant Nitro with 37 years of service. After retirement Charles enjoyed camping and fishing with his 2 grandsons. Charles could always be found ou...

02/15/2026

Larry Oren Smith, 86, of Buffalo passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was a veteran of the United States Army, and a retiree of the Union Carbide plant in Institute. He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors and hunting. He dedicated his life to his family, children and grandchildren, and will...

02/13/2026

Cody Alan Warner, 34, of Leon passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026. He was a graduate of Point Pleasant High School, and upon graduation enlisted in the United States Army National Guard. His service included a deployment to Afghanistan. Cody enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time in the ...

02/09/2026

02/03/2026

Lois “Marie” Thaxton, 93, of Point Pleasant passed away Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at Ravenswood Village, Ravenswood. She was a life-long homemaker and enjoyed spending time outdoors in her garden. She loved flowers, loved to draw, and in her younger years, loved dancing. Most of all she loved her...

02/02/2026

Bruce E. Wilkes, 88, of Red House passed away Monday, February 2, 2026. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, having served in Japan and the Philippines. He worked for many years at Dow Chemical. Bruce loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Born July 7, 1937 in Syracu...

01/27/2026

Denver Lee Grady, 76, of Leon, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026 at his home. He was a United States Army Veteran, having served in the 4th Infantry Division. A member of Teamsters Local # 175, he was a truck driver for many years, working for several different companies. At the end of his career...

01/23/2026

Due to the inclement winter weather, the family of Franklin Asbury has decided to reschedule a memorial service in May 2026. The exact date and time will be announced when determined. A visitation will still take place tomorrow, Saturday, January 24th, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm at our Eleanor Chapel. Thank you for your understanding and support of the family during this difficult time.

01/19/2026

Franklin D. Asbury 89 of Liberty passed away Sunday January 18, 2026 at Thomas Memorial Hospital. He was an avid hunter and farmer. He spent many years working on his farm and chopping wood. He formerly attended Center Point Church.

Born May 24, 1936 he was the son of the late Douglas M. Asb...

01/03/2026

12/31/2025

Adele Lina Childers 86, of Eleanor passed away Tuesday December 30, 2025 at her home. She worked for many years in the restaurant and food preparation industry. She was a Christian and Catholic by faith.

Born April 14, 1939 in Naples Italy she was the daughter of the late Mario Masera and Gi...

12/29/2025

Arnold G. “Sam” Bailey 88 of Jim Ridge, Leon passed away Sunday December 28, 2025 at Hubbard Hospice House. He was a retired member of the Cement Masons Local Union 926 in Charleston. He attended Centerpoint Church in Liberty. Sam loved horses and farming. He spent countless hours working on his far...