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02/16/2026

Robert Everett Vass Jr.

Robert Everett Vass Jr., 77, of Lewisburg, West Virginia, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026.

Born May 11, 1948, in Huntington, West Virginia, Rob was the son of the late Robert E. "Bob" Vass Sr. and the late Heath McIntosh Vass. He was a proud graduate of Huntington High School and attended Marshall University.

Rob lived for the people around him. He was happiest when his home was full of his children and grandchildren, and he carried that same warmth everywhere he went. Walking into a restaurant with him was an event with so many friendly stops that twenty minutes might pass before you ever sat down. He knew every back road and who lived in every house, and he loved to drive through Lewisburg or Huntington, recounting the memories each place held.

Rob and his wife Liba built a life full of those connections. That his closest friends at seventy-seven were the same ones he'd had as a boy in Huntington says everything about his loyalty. That his two former wives, Libby Stephens and Mimi Vass, remained close friends until his passing says just as much.

While Huntington made him who he was, Greenbrier County, or God's Country as he called it, is where he built his life. He made his home in Lewisburg, where he became a respected figure in the community. He and Liba treasured their time at the Greenbrier Sporting Club, where they built a close circle of friends who became like family.

Rob believed a community is something you build, not just something you live in. In 1993, he developed the Greenbrier Pines community and later Jonah's Landing, helping create neighborhoods where families could put down roots. He served on the Foundation Board of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, contributing to the advancement of medical education in the state, and was a longtime member of Enslow Park Presbyterian Church in Huntington and later Ronceverte Presbyterian Church.

Rob made his career in insurance, but his real work was taking care of people. He started at Staats-MacIntosh, where he rose to owner and president, and built a specialty serving the physicians and medical practices of West Virginia. As the firm changed hands over the years, first to McDonough Caperton, then Acordia, and finally Wells Fargo, Rob remained a constant for his clients, ultimately retiring as Vice President.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Robin (Beth) Vass Lutz; and his beloved wife, Elizabeth "Liba" Ann Sadler Vass, who passed away in 2022.

Rob is survived by his children, Robert E. Vass III (Laura), Lisa Katherine Burke (Dr. Michael Burke), Trey C. Vass (Jaime), and Rowdy Galigher Vass (Turner); his stepchildren, Sarah Pinson Ezanidis (Peter), Rebecca Pinson, and Alexander Vence (Dr. Lacey Vence); his siblings, Frank (Hank) McIntosh Vass and Molly Vass Lehman (Rob); his grandchildren, Aidan Burke, Lainey Burke, Van Vass, Emery Vass, and Robert E. Vass IV (River); his step-grandchildren, Thomas Vence and Eva Vence; and numerous dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the organizations Rob cared about deeply: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine Foundation, HospiceCare of Greenbrier Valley, YMCA of Huntington, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Tri-State, or the Marshall Big Green Scholarship Foundation.

Service details to be announced.

Online guestbook can be signed, or condolences may be sent to the Vass family at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

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02/14/2026

Franklin Monroe Cook

CALDWELL, WV – Franklin Monroe Cook, age 67, of Caldwell, WV, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, at CAMC Greenbrier Valley Medical Center. Born on April 15, 1958, Frank was the son of the late Gail Franklin and Allie Marie Odell Cook. He was a devoted member of Bethesda Church and cherished his faith, often sharing his favorite phrase, “I’m blessed and highly favored.”

Frank was passionate about carpentry, spending most of his life building and creating. Family meant everything to him, and he treasured every moment spent with loved ones. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles, exploring the outdoors, and fishing.

Along with his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his brother, Barry Cook. He is survived by his companion, Pamela Laursen; son, Jeremiah Cook (Stefanie); daughter, Laticia Anderson (Charlie); sister, Belinda Workman; brother, Mark Cook (Dawna); grandchildren, Breianna, Brandon, Alexis, Ava, Braxton, and Brody; as well as several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Funeral services will take place at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel, Lewisburg, WV, with Rev. Roger Boggs officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Hillsboro, WV.

You may sign the online guestbook at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements are entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

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02/14/2026

Allen Brown Shafer

LEWISBURG, WV – Allen Brown Shafer, 73 of Lewisburg, WV passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at his home. Born August 2, 1952 in Maxwelton, WV he was the son of the late Austin Brown Shafer and Brownie Grey Fogus Shafer. He graduated from Greenbrier East and attended Marshall University. Allen retired from CSX Transportation. He and his late wife, Julia Cline Simmons Shafer loved to travel and compete in barrel racing.

Survivors include a sister, Brenda Barry (John), niece, Whitney Barry, great niece, Sullivan Barry and great nephew, Shafer Barry, many friends and his cat, Rocky.

A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donation be made to the Greenbrier Humane Society, 151 Holliday Lane, Lewisburg, WV 24901 or online at https://greenbrierhumane.com/donate/. Online guestbook can be signed at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

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02/11/2026

Virginia May Henson

CRAWLEY, WV – Virginia May Henson, 88 of Crawley, WV passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026, at her home. Born June 13, 1937, in New Madison, OH she was the daughter of the late George H. and Evalee Stocker Eubank. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Merle Henson and her siblings, Glenna Batten, George M. Eubank, Sharon Shuttleworth and Sue Best. Survivors include her children, Vonda Aikman and Vickie Balka, sister, Lois Delk, several grandchildren, great grandchildren and many friends.

It was Virginia’s wish to be cremated and there will be no service. Online guestbook can be signed at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

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02/09/2026

Orville Linwood Sams

RONCEVERTE, WV – Orville Linwood Sams, 75 of Ronceverte, WV passed away at home from complications of chronic illness on February 6, 2026, with his wife by his side. Born March 11, 1950, in Ronceverte, WV he was the son of the late Earl L. and Catherine Massie Sams.

Orville graduated from high school in Alderson, WV in 1968. He attended Marshall University for two years, majoring in political science, then transferring to Olivet Nazarene University in Kankakee, IL, beginning his junior year. It was there he met and married Sandra (Lehrke) on August 5, 1972. He graduated from ONU in 1973 with a BA in Social Studies and a minor in Psychology.

In 1974 Orville and Sandra moved to Springfield, MO where he went to night school to study electrical wiring and plumbing as well as working for a building contractor, framing and roofing houses during the day. Upon moving back to WV in 1976 he started his own contracting business, working alongside his brother, Doug. Eventually his business grew to including building Greenbrier Valley Urology and Greenbrier Valley Church of the Nazarene in Greyrock Professional Park.

Orville is survived by his wife, Sandra, son, Jared Sams (Christi), granddaughters, Jaci and Madelynn and grandsons, Nicholas Trent and Dravin Ambler. Orville was the seventh of eleven children, preceded in death by three sisters, Lucille Hefner, Joyce Wickline and Sue Perry. He is survived by one sister, Ruth Starr of Charleston, brothers, Earl (Sonny) and Barry of Georgia and Robert, Roger, Doug and John locally. Orville was also preceded in death by his oldest son, Nathan Sams in April 2025.

Funeral service will be held at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the Morgan Funeral Home with Rev. David Harris officiating. Family and friends may pay respects one hour prior to the service at the funeral home, Wednesday. Orville will be interred later in the Rosewood Cemetery, Lewisburg, WV. The family would like to offer a sincere special thank you to Dr. Marilyn Glasser for her treatment and supportive care throughout Orville’s illness. Online guestbook can be signed at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

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02/08/2026

Carlos Lee Hoke

Carlos Lee Hoke, age 82, of White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.

Born on June 10, 1943, in Glace, West Virginia, Carlos was the beloved son of the late Edward Burdle Hoke Sr. and Etta Spence Hoke. He spent his career at The Greenbrier, where he dedicated over thirty years of service in Security and as a Plumber, earning the respect and friendship of coworkers and guests alike.

Carlos found great joy in the outdoors and his hobbies. He was an avid hunter and woodworker and found fulfillment in training both horses and dogs. His love for animals was evident throughout his life.

In addition to his parents, Carlos was preceded in death by his daughters, Diane Lovell and Susan Hoke; his siblings, Posie Hoke, Jerry Hoke, Shirley Boggs, Mildred Alderson, Hilda Martin, Bernice Fury, Arlene Bunch, and Edward “June Bug” Hoke Jr.; and his beloved canine companions, Kasey and Chase.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Rose Mary Bostic Hoke; his son, Carlos Duane Hoke (Vanessa); his brother, Marshall Hoke; his sisters, Louise Feury and Sharon Emily Hoke; his granddaughter, Ashley Lovell; his faithful dog, Rex; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Honoring Carlos’s wishes, he will be cremated and no service will be held. Friends and family may share condolences and memories by signing the online guestbook at www.morganfh.net.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

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02/06/2026

UPDATE: The family of Mary Alice Gadd Martinez has requested due to inclimate weather the service be rescheduled to Monday, February 9, 2026. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Funeral service will start at 3:00 PM.

02/06/2026

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02/05/2026

Jack Harold Smith

RONCEVERTE, WV – Jack Harold Smith, age 98, of Ronceverte, West Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the Peyton Hospice House in Lewisburg, WV. Born on April 13, 1927, in Logan, WV, Jack was the son of the late Mark Haymond and Christine Bare Smith.

Jack spent his professional life as a dedicated Programmer for CSX Railroad, retiring after a long and accomplished career. Known affectionately as “Mr. Jack” by the congregation of First Baptist Church of Fairlea, he was a cherished member, always greeting others with a warm smile and a piece of candy. Jack’s generosity and friendly spirit touched countless lives within his church and community. Jack loved the Lord and witnessing to people, sharing his faith openly and inspiring those around him with his unwavering devotion. His commitment to serving others was deeply rooted in his spiritual beliefs, leaving a lasting impact on everyone he met.

An avid outdoorsman, Jack also loved golfing and bowling. He took pride in maintaining an immaculate home and was renowned for his storytelling abilities, often entertaining his nieces and nephews with tales both imaginative and heartfelt. Alongside his late wife, Virginia Lee Smith, Jack enjoyed traveling in their RV and devoted many hours to volunteer work, embodying a spirit of service and adventure.

Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Virginia Lee Smith, son, John Edward Smith, his parents, and his brothers: Mark (Nellie) Smith, Herbert (Virginia) Smith, Bob Smith, and John (Betty) Smith, as well as his brother-in-law, George Raines. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Ann Dickinson Smith; his grandchildren, Steven Smith (Tracy) and David Smith; and his great-granddaughter, Avery Smith. Jack also leaves behind sisters, Mary Ellen Raines and Ida Lea Gosik (Joe); his sister-in-law, Jewell Smith; and a large extended family including several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and many friends who will miss his kindness and generosity.

A funeral service in honor of Jack’s life will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel in Lewisburg, WV. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Jack will be laid to rest at Riverview Cemetery in Ronceverte, WV at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations should be made to the First Baptist Church of Fairlea Scholarship Fund or to Gwens Meals c/o Shepherds Center of Greenbrier Valley.

The online guestbook is available for condolences and memories at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements have been entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

Jack may not have reached his 100th birthday, but he truly lived a full and meaningful life. He will be remembered for his faith, his love for family, his generosity, and the joy he brought to everyone around him. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

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02/01/2026

Mary Alice Gadd Martinez

UPDATE: The family has requested due to inclimate weather the service be rescheduled to Monday, February 9, 2026. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Funeral service will start at 3:00 PM.

Mary Alice Gadd Martinez, age 88, of Ronceverte, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Peyton Hospice House in Lewisburg, WV. Born on February 21, 1937, in Duo, WV, Mary was the cherished daughter of the late Milton Claude and Lillie Mae Hart Gadd. She grew up surrounded by family, faith, and the values that shaped her kind and generous spirit.

Mary began her professional journey working for the FBI in Washington, DC. Her time in the nation's capital was filled with dedication and a sense of duty. Later, she returned home to West Virginia, where she devoted her talents to the family business as a bookkeeper at IGA, contributing to the community she loved.

A devoted member of the Baptist faith, Mary found comfort and purpose in her beliefs. She delighted in simple pleasures—reading the newspaper, challenging herself with word searches, spending precious time with her children, and enjoying classic television, especially “Gunsmoke” and “Dr. Charles Stanley.” She was a loyal fan of the Washington Redskins, never missing a game on tv when she could with her granddaughter “Baby,” Jaime.

Mary’s greatest joy was her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Milton Claude and Lillie Mae Hart Gadd, and her brothers: Edwin Olin, William Eugene, John Paul, and Clarence Milton Gadd. She leaves behind her loving children, Jack Martinez and Darlene Richmond, along with her beloved grandchildren: Jaime Richmond, John Daniel Martinez, Janice Claudine Fusco, and Damian Martinez. Her legacy continues through five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews who will carry forward her memory. She is also survived by a lifelong friend, Norma Hart.

A funeral service celebrating Mary’s life will be held at 3:00 PM on Monday, February 9, 2026, at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Gary Baker officiating. Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation one hour prior to the service. Mary will be laid to rest at the End of the Trail Cemetery in Clintonville at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Peyton Hospice House, 1265 Maplewood Avenue, Lewisburg, WV 24901.

Expressions of sympathy and memories may be shared by signing the online guestbook at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements have been entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

Mary will be remembered for her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. Her presence will be dearly missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

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01/31/2026

The funeral service for Geneva Boothe will be livestreamed and can be viewed by clicking the link below. The service will start at 11:00 AM.

Geneva Boothe

01/28/2026

Geneva Sue Boothe

GREENEVILLE, TN – Nell Geneva Sue Boothe, age 90, of Greeneville, TN, formerly of Frankford, WV, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 24, 2026.

Born on May 15, 1935, in Frankford, WV, Geneva was the cherished daughter of the late Joseph Lee and Virgie Lee Dolan Meredith. She was known for her love of shopping, her joy in babysitting, her passion for reading books, and her fondness for word search puzzles. Geneva and her late husband, Murl Dean Boothe, were often seen as the beloved “front porch sitters” of the Frankford community, sharing stories and welcoming neighbors with warmth and kindness.

In addition to her husband and parents, Geneva was preceded in death by all of her siblings and her son-in-law, Clifford “Tinker” Banton.

She is survived by her loving family: her son, Calvin Boothe (Erica); her daughter, Drema Banton; her granddaughter, Tia Salyers (Jamie); and her great-grandchildren, Austin Gilley (Jamie), Beaux Gilley (Laura), Audrina Edwards, and Grady Gilley. Geneva is also remembered by her special great nephew, Dr. Paul Dale Dietz, as well as several nieces and nephews who will cherish her memory.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Vince Deeds officiating. Friends and family are invited to a visitation from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, January 30, 2026. Burial will follow the service at Rosewood Cemetery, Lewisburg, WV. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to her church, Susong Memorial Church, 1416 Susong Memorial Road, Greeneville, TN 37743.

Those who wish may leave condolences and sign the online guestbook at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements are entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.

Geneva’s gentle spirit, loving heart, and welcoming presence will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Her legacy of love and kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

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