Waybright Funeral Home

04/07/2026

Linda D. Ray

Linda Dianne Ray, 80, of Kenna passed away Monday, April 6, 2026 after a long battle with health problems. A loving mother, dedicated wife and premier grandmother, she will be deeply missed by her surviving family: husband of nearly 60 years, Steve W. Ray; son Steve Ray II; daughter in law Valerie Gail Ray (Pauley) and grandson Logan I. Ray. She was preceded in death by her parents, Opal (Lanham) and Corbon “Corby” Siders; brothers Corbon “Chuck” Siders and Charles...

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04/06/2026

Kitty Drinkwater

Kitty Drinkwater, 52, of Kenna went home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on January 30,1974 to the late Robert and Cheri Casto. Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Kevin Drinkwater; family members, Wayne, Julia, and Kylah Bryant, Samantha and Erick Michaels, Dustin and Samantha, Ethan Drinkwater, Shayla Drinkwater, Jasmine Drinkwater, Carlie Drinkwater, Keegan Drinkwater, Merci Drinkwater, Landin Mathewson, Jackson Mathewson, Brooklynn Mathewson, Katy Skeens, and many...

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04/05/2026

Happy Easter to all our friends and neighbors!

03/31/2026

Have you ever planned a funeral for a loved one who passed away suddenly? An unexpected loss can leave you with grief, anger, and confusion – all while deciding what kind of funeral to have.

If you’ve been in this situation, did your loved one plan their funeral in advance? Did having all their funeral arrangements make things easier?

We’d love to hear your story! Leave us your thoughts in the comments below so others can learn from your experience. And if you’d like to learn more about the benefits of preplanning, call us at 304-372-2881.

03/31/2026

Glen D. Hutchinson

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Glen D. Hutchinson, 69, of Sandyville, WV. Glen was born on July 24, 1956, in Ravenswood, WV, and passed away on March 28, 2026, on the farm he loved. Glen was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Louise Hutchinson of Sandyville, WV, and his brother-in-law, Rick Koontz, also of Sandyville. He graduated from Ripley High School with the Class of 1974. Glen proudly served his country in...

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03/30/2026

Sam Kidd

Sanford Mars Kidd (Sam), 76, of Gallatin, formerly of Ripley, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026 at his home in Gallatin, TN, surrounded by those he loved. Sam was born April 14, 1949 in Charleston, WV, son of the late Thelma Smith Kidd. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Cherri. Sam is survived by his daughters Brandy, Sarah, Melissa and Jaylynn and sons Robert, Justin, Damian, Donta and Horatio as well as his...

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03/26/2026

Charles C. Hall

Charles Curtis Hall, 89, of Ripley passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at Thomas Memorial Hospital. Charles was born January 5, 1937 at Roane County a son of the late Cyrus Sylvester and Zannie (Harris) Hall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Janet Hall; son Curtis Leon Hall and his brothers Harold, Darrell, Donzel, Jimmy “Juney”, Bill and an infant brother. Charles is survived by his son Dirk Hall;...

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03/25/2026

Debra Eilene Jeffers

Debra Eilene (Salser) Jeffers, 68, a longtime resident of Ravenswood Village Nursing Home in Ravenswood, WV, passed from this life into the loving arms of her Saviour, Jesus Christ, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, on March 24, 2026. She was preceded in death by her one and only husband, Worthy Jeffers of Point Pleasant, WV, her parents, Duane and Naoma Faye Salser, and one brother, Dwight Salser (pictured with her). She is survived by her sisters, Lois Wyant...

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03/25/2026

Ritta Frances Casdorph

Ritta Frances Casdorph, 79, of Ripley, WV, went home to be with the Lord on March 23, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on January 30, 1947, in Charleston, WV. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Ray and Irene Ray-Moore; her brother, David Ray; her sister, Mary Ellen Kessinger; and her brother-in-law, Ray Casdorph. Ritta’s life was a beautiful example of love, devotion, and faith. As a wife, she shared a strong...
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03/24/2026

When you’re grieving, you may feel overwhelmed by your emotions, like you’re stuck in a maze.

No matter how lost you feel, you’re not alone. As you work to understand your feelings and adjust to your new normal, don't be afraid to seek out family and friends for support.

And if you need help, we’re always just a phone call away at 304-372-2881!

03/23/2026

Virginia Arlene Hardesty

Virginia Arlene Hardesty, 76, of Ripley passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Mountain View Care Center in Ripley. Virginia was born August 21, 1949 at Sandyville, WV a daughter of the late Ida Mae (Utt) Smith. In addition to her mother she was preceded in death by her grandparents who helped raise her, John Savanah Utt; 7 siblings; father of her children, Howard Keith Gandee; brother Robert “Buster” Gandee and granddaughter Cassandra Miller. Viriginia is survived by her children:...

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03/22/2026

Daniel Ryan

Daniel F. Ryan, 88, of Given, WV went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of the Late Thomas and Lucy Ryan. He was a graduate of Milton Hershey High and a veteran on the Army. Daniel was a retired tradesman as of 2002. Since retirement, he enjoyed spending time outdoors and watching and feeding all the birds and animals that always came for the treats. He...

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