Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Inc.

Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Inc. Established in 1963. Thomas J. Coleman - Owner & Licensee-in-Charge Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Inc., was started in 1963 by the late Lotcha and Lida Coleman.

Now, their son, Tommy Coleman, and his wife, Tammy, continue on their work ethic and compassion with the help of their daughter, Tiffany Coleman-Russell and faithful employee, Teresa McCarley Reel.

11/25/2025

Lisa Jo Neil, 62, of Craigsville, WV, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Charleston Area Medical Center – Memorial Division, Charleston, WV.

Lisa was born on August 23, 1963, in Richwood, WV, to Bobby Jo Neil and the late Dorothy Mildred Hinkle Neil. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her sister, Kimberly Neil.

She is survived by her sister, Debora and husband, Terry Cottrill, of Charleston, WV, and father, Bobby Jo Neil, of Charleston, WV.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 1:00pm, at the West Virginia Memorial Gardens in the Mausoleum. Officiating the service will be Rev. Eddie Groves.

🦃 Thanksgiving Week Office Hours 🦃As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, our staff at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home will...
11/19/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving Week Office Hours 🦃

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, our staff at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home will have adjusted hours to allow us time with our families.

🗓️ Monday 11/24 – Wednesday 11/26: Appointment Only

🦃 Thursday 11/27 – Sunday 11/30: Closed for the holiday

If you need to schedule an appointment or have an immediate need, please call 304-846-2622 — we are always here to assist you.

We wish you and your family a safe and peaceful Thanksgiving filled with gratitude and love. 🍂

— The Staff of Simons-Coleman Funeral Home

Waneda Blake Scott, 99, of Craigsville, WV, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morg...
11/17/2025

Waneda Blake Scott, 99, of Craigsville, WV, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV.

Waneda was born on June 27, 1926, in Richwood, WV, to the late Clowny Wallace and Ellalee Ora Parsons Blake. She enjoyed car rides and had a deep love for gardens, flowers, and gardening. She found joy in cooking and spending quiet time on her porch. She loved to take walks and appreciated the simple things in life. She never expected much yet gave everything she had. She enjoyed birdwatching and had a special love for horses – her father would plow the garden using horses and then give her a ride. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Robert Scott; daughter, Tammy Gabritsch; 7 siblings, Erma Mullens, Wh**ey Blake, Ilene Humphrey, Leon Blake, Virginia Johnson, Wanda Humphrey and infant Warren Blake.

Those left to cherish her memory are her 3 children, Joseph Butch Scott and wife, Minnie, Craigsville, WV, Connie Schartiger, Summersville, WV, and Terry Bruce Scott, Craigsville, WV; sister, Beulah Reinhold; brother, Eugene Blake; 5 grandchildren, Frederick Scott and wife, April, Heath Scott and wife, Wendy, Nikki and husband, Doug Young, Stormy and husband, Shawn Ballard, and Kaleb Scott; 9 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 2:00pm at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Richwood, WV, with Rev. Eddie Groves and Pastor Samuel Luppino officiating. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to the service from 12pm-2pm at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Craigsville Cemetery, Craigsville, WV.

Karen Jean Dillon, 63, of Craigsville, WV, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Summersville Regional Medical ...
11/17/2025

Karen Jean Dillon, 63, of Craigsville, WV, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Summersville Regional Medical Center, Summersville, WV.

Karen was born on January 10, 1962, in Richwood, WV, to the late Melvin Sherwood Mullins and Ruth Miller. She loved to take care of people and would help anyone in need, and this showed in her work as a Registered Nurse. She loved her family very deeply and she will be missed deeply.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph Dillon; 2 children, Steven McClung and Jessica Noris; 4 siblings, Tammy Holmes, Donna Radcliff, Shannon Starcher and Melvin Craig Mullins; 4 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held at Delphia Cemetery, Tioga, WV, with Pastor Benny Bleigh officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Delphia Cemetery Fund, 592 Delphia Road, Tioga, WV 26691.

Lt. Col. USAF Ella “Ernestine” Williams, age 87, of Richwood, WV, passed away on November 11, 2025, at United Healthcare...
11/13/2025

Lt. Col. USAF Ella “Ernestine” Williams, age 87, of Richwood, WV, passed away on November 11, 2025, at United Healthcare Center, Bridgeport, WV, after a brief illness.

Ella and her twin sister were born at home on July 18, 1938, in Cowen, WV, to the late Cecil Ray and Vada Lee (Weese) Williams. After graduating from Cowen High School in 1956, Ella began her nursing career through an army program at St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Clarksburg. After 6 years in the Army, Ella transferred to the Air Force where she retired as a Critical Care Nurse in 1979. Ella returned to Richwood, WV, and finished her nursing career with the Nicholas County Board of Education as a Vocational Nurse and then County School Nurse.

Along with her parents Cecil and Vada Williams, Ella was preceded in death by her sisters, Janet Baughman and Betty Sue Williams and infant brother, Paul Randall Williams.

Left to mourn her passing are her sisters, twin – Dorothy “Sharlene” Williams and Karen C. Williams; brothers, Steven (Peggy) Williams, Ronald (Mary) Williams and Robert (Carla) Williams.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 1:00pm at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Richwood, WV. Interment will follow at West Virginia Memorial Gardens, Calvin, WV. Visitation for the public will be 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

11/11/2025

We will be closed today 11/11/25 in honor of Veteran’s Day.
Please call 304-846-2622 if you need us.

Robert Edward “Bobby” Stalnaker, 78, of Craigsville (formerly of Richwood), went home to be with the Lord peacefully in ...
11/08/2025

Robert Edward “Bobby” Stalnaker, 78, of Craigsville (formerly of Richwood), went home to be with the Lord peacefully in his sleep on November 7th, 2025.

He was preceded in death by three children he never had the privilege to know; his parents, Albert Stalnaker and Nora Williams of Richwood; his brother, Homer “Buddy” Stalnaker; and his sisters, Katherine “Kathy” Seabolt (Colman Seabolt), Sue Alderman and Jane Radcliff.

He is lovingly remembered by his two children, Victoria Sloan and husband Billy Sloan of Richwood, and Robert Stalnaker Jr. of Huntington; his two grandchildren, Amanda Lambert and husband Steven Lambert of Evans, GA, and William Sloan of Richwood; and one great-grandson, Finley Lambert of Evans, GA. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Williams of Canvas, WV.

Bobby leaves behind several nieces and nephews whom he held dear and loved very much, along with his best friend, Stanton, and the congregation of the First Church of God in Cottle, WV, where he attended faithfully.

A devoted single father, Bobby worked hard to provide for his family and raise his children with love, patience, and faith. He retired from the Richwood Water Department after many years of service.

Bobby was a devout Christian who loved fishing, cheering on the West Virginia Mountaineers, and spending time with his friends and family. He was happiest with a grandbaby in his arms and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Services will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025 at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Richwood, WV. Visitation will be from 12:00pm-1:00pm and the funeral service will start at 1:00pm. Interment will be in Richwood Cemetery, Richwood, WV.

Patricia Anne Moore, born June 30, 1952 in Richwood, WV, peacefully passed away at the age of 73 in her home in Fairmont...
11/03/2025

Patricia Anne Moore, born June 30, 1952 in Richwood, WV, peacefully passed away at the age of 73 in her home in Fairmont, WV on October 26, 2025.

A Catholic Funeral Liturgy will be held at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church on Friday, November 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at Domico Funeral Home on Friday, November 7, 2025 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.domicofh.com.

She was a retired WVU employee where she worked for nearly 20 years as a Customer Education Representative. She was also a WVU student, pursuing her WVU Regents Bachelor of Arts degree with a GPA of 4.0.

Patricia loved spending time with her three sisters and her Boston Terrier, Maggie. Patricia attended church for many years at St. Peter the Fisherman in Fairmont, WV. She was known for being a beautiful lady, friend, and neighbor in her community.

Patricia is survived by her son, Michael Batiste (Desiree) and step daughter, Kaylee; her daughter, Stacie Foust (Patrick) and their daughters, Allison and Lauren of Morgantown, WV; her sisters, Judy (Lou) Testa of Myrtle Beach, SC; Mary (John) Gorman of Grant Town, WV, and Kathy Gower (John (deceased)); nieces and nephews, Joe, Jennifer, Andy, John, Robin, Jessica, Vincent, and Christy.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Virginia and Edgel Moore, and her brothers, David Moore and Dale Moore.

Patricia Mae Sandy, 69, of Richwood, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Peyton Hospic...
11/03/2025

Patricia Mae Sandy, 69, of Richwood, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Peyton Hospice House in Lewisburg, WV.

She was born on April 14, 1956, in Richwood, WV, to the late Harold Lloyd and Helen Louise Miller Dilley. She was always making things and doing crafts. She enjoyed traveling and going out on Sundays to visit State Parks and other attractions with her family. She enjoyed singing karaoke and would sing karaoke during the Cherry River Festival. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Kevin Sandy and brothers, Harold Lloyd Dilley, Jr. and Michael Lynn Dilley.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Roy Sandy, Richwood, WV daughter, Tonya and husband, Jerry Utt, of Braxton, WV; 2 brothers, William S. Dilley and wife, Diane, of Florida, and Roger Dilley and wife, Jane, of Maxwelton, WV; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 06, 2025, at 11:00am at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Richwood, WV, with Pastor Benny Bleigh officiating. Interment will be at Givens Family Cemetery, Upper Glade, WV. Visitation will be Wednesday evening, November 05, 2025, from 5:00pm-7:00pm, at the funeral home.

10/31/2025

Cynthia Ann Elliott, 61, of Craigsville, WV, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, after suffering terminal injuries from a motor vehicle accident.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 3, 2025, at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home in Richwood, WV, with Pastor Tyler Long officiating. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home, prior to the service. Interment will follow in Blacks Chapel Cemetery, Camden-on-Gauley, WV.

Cynthia was born on April 4, 1964, to Donna Laverna Stinett and Delbert Boyd Stinett. She worked at Bright Horizons for 30 years, where she touched the lives of many with her kindness, laughter, and joy. She loved collecting gnomes, and her favorite color was blue. Above all, she loved the Lord Jesus Christ.

She is survived by her devoted and loving husband and best friend of 40 years, Ron Ray Elliott; two precious sons, Seth Boyd Elliott and Nathan Ray Elliott; one daughter, Tiffany Marie Lane; and her cherished grandchildren, Gabriel Ash Lane, Aurora Isabella Lane, and Conner Victor Lane. Also surviving are her sister, Pamela Jean Miller, and her parents, Donna Laverna Stinett and Delbert Boyd Stinett.

Cynthia was a godly and holy woman who was deeply loved by everyone who knew her. Her radiant spirit and contagious laughter brought smiles to all those around her. Just being in her presence made life brighter. The world has lost a beautiful, wholesome soul, yet Heaven has gained a precious angel. She was a daughter in Christ, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter — our angel in Heaven, Cynthia Ann Elliott.

Barbara Jean Tharp Johnson, 75, of Richwood WV went home to be with the lord Thursday, October 23, 2025, after a hard-fo...
10/25/2025

Barbara Jean Tharp Johnson, 75, of Richwood WV
went home to be with the lord
Thursday, October 23, 2025, after
a hard-fought illness surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born August 3, 1950, in
Webster Co. WV to the late
John Edward Tharp and Laura Ethel Clutter Tharp.
Barbara spent many years working as a CNA but
her favorite title will forever be
wife mom, sister and nanny.
She enjoyed spending her days with
her husband of 56 Years
and her children, grandchildren
and great grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory are her:
Husband Ray Johnson of Richwood, WV.
Daughter Marshelle (Alan) Nichols of Fenwick WV.
Son Benjamin (Lena) Johnson of Richwood, WV.
Grandchildren Alyssia (Tommy) Bess of Richwood, WV.
Scott Nichols (Brittany) Huntington, WV.
Eric (Savanna) Nichols of Craigsville, WV.
Rainey (Dakota) Blankenship of Akron, OH.
Samantha (David) Garlinger of New Paris IN.
Jeremiah (Sandria) Johnson of Richwood WV.
Jarron (Emily) Johnson of Craigsville, WV.
Great Grandchildren Billy and Leland Bess,
Amelia Nichols, Wyatt,
Huxlynn and Waylon Nichols.
Micah and Luka Garlinger,
Adelynn and Bowen Johnson.
Sisters Sally (Charles) Mullens of Richwood WV.
Mary Bess of Richwood WV.
Bonnie (Dee) Keener of Canvas WV.
Brothers John Tharp of Craigsville WV.

Preceded in death by her parents
John and Laura Tharp
Brother’s Jack, David, Robert, Hubert and Leslie Tharp.
Sister’s, Judy Nutter and Betty Tharp
Great Grandson, Merrick Garlinger.

Service will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. At 1:00 PM
In Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Richwood, WV.
Officiating will be Pastor Michael Sims
Friends may call Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
From 12:00 noon till 1:00 PM
Interment will follow in
Wallace Memorial Park, Sam Blacks Church.

Arrangements made by Simons Coleman Funeral Home

10/16/2025

Betty Jo Faulkner, 94, of Richwood, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Summersville Regional Medical Center, Summersville, WV.

She was born July 17, 1931, in Richwood, WV, to the late George Roy Persinger and Hettie Maggie Spence. Betty was a member of Faith Methodist Church and loved her church family and singing in the choir. She loved reading her Bible and enjoyed baking for her family, especially pies, and she made delicious potato salad. She liked shopping with her sisters and doing puzzles. She also loved buying things for her grandchildren, whom she adored dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Roy and Hettie Maggie Persinger; husband, Edgel Faulkner; granddaughters, Crystal Wall and Carey Shafer; son-in-law, Ernie Walker; sister-in-law, Betty Persinger; sisters, Dorothy Williams, Shirley Chambers, and Mary Walton; twin brothers, Danny and Donnie Persinger; brothers, Bobby Persinger and Dale Lee Persinger; and brother-in-law, Bill Chambers.

She is survived by her daughter, Linda Walker of Richwood, WV; sister, Phyllis Bailes and husband, David, of Richwood; brother, Charles “Sonny” Persinger of South Carolina; sister-in-law, Patsy Persinger of Richwood; four grandchildren, Hunter Frame, Wyatt Shafer, Emma Shafer, and Shane Wall; brother-in-law, Bill Williams of Richwood; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, 12 Railroad Avenue, Richwood, WV. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will follow in West Virginia Memorial Gardens, Calvin, WV.

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