Waybright Funeral Home

03/16/2026

Robin Lynn Kersey

Robin Lynn Kersey, 69, of Goldtown passed away on March 15, 2026 at Camden Clark Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born March 31, 1956 in Kenna, WV to the late Mytrle Casto and Warren Casto. Robin spent over 25 years working as a nurse for Jackson General and Charleston Memorial Hospital. She was always known for her kind attitude and would do anything for anyone. Robin was also a very devout Christian as well, studying scripture in...

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03/14/2026

James Michael Lawrentz

James Michael “Mike” Lawrentz, 86, of Ripley passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 at his home with his family by his side Mike was born November 22, 1939 at Roane County a son of the late Basil “Curly” and Sarah (Law) Lawrentz. Following high school, Mike enlisted in the U.S Air Force. Following his time in the service he worked in land leasing in the oil and gas industry. He would later retire from Constellium where he was a millwright....

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03/14/2026

Jeannie Smith

Jeannie Smith (Milam), 67, of Ripley, West Virginia, passed away peacefully in her home on March 13,2026. She was born in Charleston, West Virginia, and was a proud graduate of Ripley High School. Jeannie was the beloved wife of Bill Smith, with whom she shared 43 devoted years of marriage. She was a wonderful mother to Justin Smith and Sierra Cossin, and a proud and loving grandmother to Addyson, Brantley, and Calla Cossin, and Garrett Smith. Her grandchildren were the...

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03/12/2026

Judy Lieving

Judy Lieving 70, of Ripley, WV, departed this life on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston, WV. Judy was born June 3, 1955 in Gallipolis, Ohio, a daughter of the late Raymond Lieving and Frances Coleman. Judy was an amazing giver in her life. She taught Special Education for over 30 years. She hosted 4th of July picnics for many years on her lawn along Main Street in Ripley WV. She was a member of the Calvary...

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03/11/2026

As we honor our staff and funeral care colleagues around the country on National Funeral Director & Mortician Recognition Day, we want to say "thank you" for stepping into difficult situations, for offering kindness and compassion, and for going the extra mile for families in grief.

Today is about you and making sure you know just how valuable you are to the community!

03/09/2026

Denzil R. Woodfell

Denzil Ray Woodfell, 93 of Statts Mill, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026 at his home following an extended illness. Denzil was born August 13, 1932 in Jackson County, son of the late Mildred Woodfell. He retired from the City of Ripley and also helped with digging graves.. In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Jean Woodfell and sister, Geraldine Casto. He is survived by his daughters, Linda Woodfell and Sandra Woodfell of...

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03/09/2026

Earnest Lee Hartley

Earnest Lee Hartly, 73, of Sandyville, WV passed on March 6, 2026. He was born on July 31, 1952, a son to the late Orville and Ruth Hartley. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters Melissa Walker, Jessica Casto, and Michelle Walker; sons, Justin Walker and Zachary Walker; grandchildren, Paul Tenney II, Dalton Young, Tyler Casto, Jasmine Casto, and Chase Casto; and great-granddaughter, Lilah Carpenter. In addition to his parent, he is preceded in death by his brother, Melvin...

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03/07/2026

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03/07/2026

Barbara Phillips

Barbara Ellen Phillips, 65, of Charleston, WV passed on March 5, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on November 10, 1960; a daughter to the late Junior and Mamie Burdette. Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Dillard Phillips; sons, Danny Phillips and Wayne Phillips; and grandchildren, Justin, Cody, Josie, Dalton, Brianna, Wyette, Courtney, Hunter, Ali, Remi, and Kaylee. In addition to her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her brother, Ritchie; and sister, Loretta....

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03/05/2026

John D. Tolley

John D. Tolley, age 69, of Pickerington, Ohio passed away March 1, 2026. He was born on July 31, 1956 in Parkersburg, West Virginia to the late John Frederick and Betty Ann (Poling) Tolley. He graduated from Ripley High School in 1975 and later moved to Columbus, Ohio. In 2018 he retired from the Kubota Tractor Corporation after 35 and a half years of dedicated service. He was a company guy and bled orange. He was an avid outdoorsman that...

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03/04/2026

Most of us plan ahead for the meaningful events in life. We plan for our wedding, our children's education, family vacations, and more. A funeral is one of life’s most meaningful events - deserving of the same forethought.

Contact us today to learn how you can create a personalized and meaningful event that will bring comfort for years to come.

03/02/2026

Lena Ann Reynolds

Lena Ann Reynolds (Casdorph), 88, of Ripley, West Virginia (formerly of Sissonville), passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Hubbard Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer. Leana was born in Kanawha County, West Virgnia, the third child of Thomas Layne and Mary Layne (Blankenship). She was a proud graduate of Sissonville High School, completing her education at the age of seventeen. A longtime resident of Ripley, Lena was known for her strong work ethic and dedication....

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