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05/26/2026

Emma Pauline Greenlief, 89 of Glenville, WV; departed this earthly life in the morning hours of Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at the WVU United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV; following an extended illness.
She was born December 12, 1936 in Normantown, WV; daughter of the late Evert and Rhoda (Phillips) Turner.
Emma is a graduate of Normantown High School, class of 1955. She worked as a machine operator for Seaway Bolt and Specials Corp., having retired in the late 1990’s. In her spare time, Emma enjoyed spending time with family and friends, Gardening, tending to her yard, quilting, crocheting, feeding the hummingbirds, spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren whenever possible, and she was a Baptist by faith.
On July 25, 1955 Emma was united in marriage to Paul Junior Greenlief, who preceded her in death on March 21, 2022.
Surviving are 2 children, Philip Greenlief and wife Sherri of Tanner, WV; and Pam Moss and husband David of Glenville, 5 grandchildren, John D. Moss (Brandy), Tracy Arden (Mark), Chris Tatman (Tammy), Michael Moss (Colleen), and Paul A. Greenlief, 9 great- grandchildren, Zakk Moss, Justin Moss, Luke Arden, Logan Arden, Madison Moss, Eli Moss, Isaiah Moss, Kaylee Tatman, and Marlee Tatman, 1 great-great grandchild, Oaklynn Emma Arden, and her loving dog, Tucker.
Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many other wonderful family and friends.
Along with her parents (Evert and Rhoda) and husband (Paul), Emma is preceded in death by 4 siblings, Ralph, Ray, and Robert Turner, and Pearl Gaston, and a nephew, Jeffery Turner.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., 2 Vanhorn Drive, Glenville, WV; 26351 at 1:00 PM; Saturday, May 30, 2026 with Pastor Chris Tatman officiating. Burial will follow in the Pisgah Cemetery near Glenville. Friends will be received from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Saturday at the mortuary in Glenville.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Emma Pauline Greenlief with traditional burial arrangements.

05/12/2026

Guy Daniel Cantley, 53, of Auburn, WV; departed this earthly life suddenly on the morning of Saturday, April 25, 2026 at his residence in Auburn.
A celebration of his life will be conducted on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Coxs Mills Community Building from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM with Farley Blankenship officiating. Friends are encouraged to attend and share a funny story about Guy.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Guy Daniel Cantley with cremation arrangements.

05/05/2026

Bonnie E. Luzader, 78 of Glenville, WV; formerly of Morgantown, WV; departed this earthly life in the late evening hours of Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the residence of her son Michael, following an extended illness.
She was born November 28, 1947 in Kentucky, daughter of the late Earl and Bonnie Honeycutt.
Bonnie held several jobs over her life, having worked as a sales clerk in food service and a custodian at the Mon General Health Care Center. She loved caring for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and would do anything to make sure their needs were met. In her spare time, Bonnie enjoyed traveling around the United States, cooking, camping with her kids, and spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren whenever possible.
In 1964 Bonnie was united in marriage to Arthur Luzader, who preceded her in death on June 2, 1999.
Surviving are 6 children, Arthur Luzader (Christine) of Morgantown, Bonnie Saltsman of Morgantown, Michael Luzader (Sandra) of Glenville, James Luzader (Shirley) of Morgantown, Jason Luzader of Morgantown, and Jeremiah Luzader of Morgantown, 29 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren.
Also surviving are 5 siblings, Lois Honeycutt, Ella Poet, Norman Honeycutt (Robin), Lorene Honeycutt, and Ester Chapman (Stanley) all of Michigan, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many other wonderful family and friends.
Along with her husband (Arthur) and parents (Earl and Bonnie), Bonnie is preceded in death by 6 siblings, Blanch Richards, June Honeycutt, Henry Honeycutt, Earl Honeycutt, Bernice Honeycutt, and Michael Honeycutt.
Bonnie’s request for cremation has been honored and a celebration of her life will be conducted at a later date.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Bonnie E. Luzader with cremation arrangements.

05/04/2026

Nelson D. Riffle, 83, of Rosedale, WV; (Shock community) departed this earthly life in the morning hours of Thursday, April 30 2026 at his residence, with his loving family by his side.
He was born February 27, 1943 in Monongalia County, WV; son of the late Charles and Pearl (Tucker) Riffle.
Those who were blessed to know Duane do not need to be told what kind of man he was, but it bears repeating. He was honest without sacrificing kindness, consistent without rigidity. He was smart, both in wisdom and in the wit that shined through his stories. He lived on this earth for 32,568 days, and throughout them all he carried himself with integrity. He spent his final days at his home, nestled in the hills he loved, surrounded by the people he loved, cared for by his son.
Nelson is a graduate of Normantown High School, class of 1961. He retired from General Motors in 1993, having been a part of the Human Resources Departments. In his spare time, Nelson enjoyed hunting, watching NASCAR, and enjoying the quiet life in West Virginia.
Nelson is a Baptist by faith and member of the Rosedale Baptist Church, and he was the church treasurer for many years.
On October 27, 1962 Nelson was united in marriage to Jeanette (Stewart) Riffle, who survives at their Rosedale home.
Surviving is a loving son, Myron D. Riffle of Taylor, MI; a granddaughter, Shelby Riffle also of Taylor, MI; 3 sisters, Faye Moore, Cheryl Wolfe (Bill), and Linda Ramsey (Tony) and a brother-in-law Gary Moore, all of Shock.
Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many other wonderful family and friends.
Along with his parents (Charles and Pearl), Nelson is preceded in death by 4 siblings, Donnie Shock, Charles Riffle, David Riffle, and Gerry Sarah Moore, and his adoptive parents, Susie and Ralph Perrine.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Rosedale Baptist Church in Rosedale, WV; at 2:00 PM; Thursday, May 7, 2026 with Pastor Stewart B. Fitzwater officiating. Burial will follow in the Rosedale Baptist Church Cemetery also in Rosedale. Friends will be received from 12:00 noon – 2:00 PM; Thursday at the church in Rosedale.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Nelson D. Riffle with traditional burial arrangements.

04/26/2026

Guy Daniel Cantley, 53, of Auburn, WV; departed this earthly life suddenly on the morning of Saturday, April 25, 2026 at his residence in Auburn.
He was born February 24, 1973 in Beckley, WV; son of the late Danny and Jackie (Bailey) Cantley.
Guy is a graduate of Gilmer County High School, class of 1991. He spent most of his working life as a mechanic and in his spare time enjoyed, riding side by sides, fishing, socializing with is friends, living the quiet life in the hills of WV; and spending time with family and friends.
Surviving is his brother Paul D. Cantley and companion Tanya May of Pullman, WV; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, many other wonderful family and friends, and his loving dog, Stella Rose.
Guy’s request for cremation has been honored and a celebration of his life will be conducted later in May of 2026.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Guy Daniel Cantley with cremation arrangements.

04/25/2026

Paul Timothy (“Tim”) Swiger., 67, of Sand Fork, WV; departed this earthly life in the morning hours of Friday, April 24, 2026, following a prolonged illness.
He was born June 15, 1958 in Clarksburg, WV: son of the late Paul and Esther (Stump) Swiger.

Tim retired from the auto part industry in 2025. After retirement, he enjoyed living the quiet life in West Virginia, mowing grass down to the dirt, tinkering in his garage, gardening, and spending time with his family. Tim is a Pentecostal by faith.

In June of 1981, Tim was united in marriage to Kathie (Allman) Swiger, who survives at their Glenville home. Surviving are 3 children, Amber Marie Swiger and fiancée Gaspar Montoya of Columbus, OH; Stacey Summers and “bonus son” Gary Summers of Sissonville, WV; and Tim Swiger and fiancée Kristen Medved of Glenville, WV.

Also surviving are 4 grandchildren, Anthony Montoya, Aaron and Kayla Summers, and Colton Swiger, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many other wonderful family and friends.

Along with his parents (Paul and Esther), Tim is preceded in death by his son, Jason Paul Swiger, brother Donald Swiger and Sister Janet Pritt.

Tim’s request for a direct burial has been honored and a private celebration of his life will be conducted later in 2026.

Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Paul Timothy Swiger with burial arrangements.

04/17/2026

Carl Alan Duelley, 63, of Normantown, WV., (Grass Run community) departed this earthly life quietly in the early morning hours of Thursday, April 16, 2026 at the WVU United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV; following a brief illness, with his loving wife Linda by his side.
He was born January 28, 1963 in Elyria, OH; son of the late Russell Bryan and Marlene Hope (McElwee) Duelley.
Carl is a graduate of Gilmer County High School, class of 1982. He served 25 years as a ground’s keeper for Ike and Sue Morris, whom he lovingly referred to as Mom and Dad. He retired in the fall of 2025 as his health started to decline.
In his spare time, Carl enjoyed wood working, restoring vintage bicycles, and furniture, and building homes around Gilmer County. Carl is a former Little League Baseball coach in Normantown and a big supporter of Gilmer County Titan sports, Glenville State University, and West Virginia University.
On July 1, 1985 Carl was united in marriage to his first wife Donna Lou (Jenkins) Duelley who preceded him in death on July 3, 2018.
On February 27, 2021 Carl was united in marriage to his second wife Linda J. (Metz) Duelley, who survives at their home near Normantown.
Surviving are 2 sons, Adrian Duelley and wife Brittany of Glenville, and Ian Duelley of Normantown, 3 step-children, Ronnie Burkhammer and wife Christina of Weston, WV; Anthony Burkhammer and wife Bella of Harrison County, WV; and Leigh Ann Rose and husband Timmy of Troy, WV; and 3 siblings, Reta McCoy and husband Gary of Buckhannon, WV; Steve Duelley and wife Becky of Ohio, and Ron Duelley and companion Peggy Tanzey of St. Mary’s, WV.
Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, Meadow and Cindy Marks, Dallie Duelley, Kendall and Kamryn Duelley, Ty Wimer, Samantha Lott, Brianna Burkhammer, Westlynn, Ayven, and Jackson Burkhammer, and Caleb Rose, 3 great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Oliver Carder, and Everest Riddle, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many other wonderful family and friends.
Along with his parents (Russell and Marlene) and first wife (Donna), Carl is preceded in death by numerous other extended family members.
Carl’s request for cremation has been honored and a celebration of his life will be conducted later in 2026.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Carl Alan Duelley with cremation arrangements.

04/16/2026

Melvin B. Grove Sr., 84, of Auburn, WV; departed this earthly life in the evening hours of Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in the comfort of his home, following an extended illness.
He was born December 12, 1941 in Massillon, OH: son of the late Perlee and Alice (Stankey) Grove.
Melvin took early retirement from the Norfolk Southern Railroad as a track maintenance worker and welder. After retirement, he enjoyed living the quiet life in West Virginia, hunting, fishing, tinkering in his garage, wood working, and he is a Christian by faith.
In September of 2000, Melvin was united in marriage to Phyllis (Hart) Grove, who survives at their Auburn home.
Surviving are 5 children, Glen Richard “Rich”, Rocky Allen, Melvin B. Jr., and Doyle Lee Grove, and Melody Grove, and 6 grandchildren, Hannah, Corbin, Samantha, Jason, Jarod, and Seth.
Also surviving are is a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many other wonderful family and friends.
Along with his parents (Perlee and Alice), Melvin is preceded in death by a grandson, Cody Grove, and 9 brothers and sisters.
Melvin’s request for cremation has been honored and a private celebration of his life will be conducted later in 2026.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Melvin B. Grove with cremation arrangements

04/11/2026

Brian Scott Jamison, 52, of Copen, WV; departed this earthly life in the early morning hours of Friday, April 10, 2026 at the WVU United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV; following a brief battle with cancer.
He was born January 26, 1974 in Lorain, OH; son of the late Roger Lee Jamison and Deanna (Steele) Jamison Yost.
Brian was a laborer in the construction industry having spent much of his adult life building things. In his spare time, Brian enjoyed spending time with family and friends, walking, hiking, fishing, camping, cooking out hunting mushrooms and ramp digging. He also enjoyed listening to loud Rock-N-Roll music, riding 4-wheelers, and driving fast.
Surviving is his long-term companion, Sue Keener of Copen, loving daughter, Summer Dawn Jamison of Copen, who if Brian had his way would have been named Zeppelina Osborne after some of his favorite musicians.
Also surviving are 3 siblings, Paula Mays and husband Mark of Sevierville, TN; Rodney Jamison and wife Priscilla of Nicholas Co., WV; and Billie Wilson and husband Justin of Copen, WV; nephews, Matthew Mays, John Mays (Ashley), and niece, Adalyn Wilson and great nieces and nephews, Maggie, Nolan, Jaiden, Jamison, and Lucy Mays.
Along with his parents (Roger and Deanna), Brian is preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Ethel Steele and Otis and Myrtle Jamison.
Brian’s request for cremation has been honored and a celebration of his life will be conducted later in 2026.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Brian Scott Jamison with cremation arrangements.

04/08/2026

Dale Evan Fisher, 59, of Coxs Mills, WV; (Newberne community) departed this earthly life at noon on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at the Mon General Hospital in Morgantown, WV; surrounded by his loving family.
He was born May 30, 1966 in Lodi, OH; son of Linda (Dobbins) Fisher Brannon and the late Elder Charles Edwin Fisher.
Dale is a graduate of Gilmer County High School, class of 1985. and was a Desert Storm Combat Veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Army for 9 years. Dale was a father, grandpa, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend and loved everyone and everyone loved him! He was a Baptist by faith and was a member of the Rosedale Baptist Church.
Most importantly he loved the Lord. He would say that his greatest blessings were his three boys and his grandchildren whom he adored. Dale loved bluegrass and gospel music, spending time with his family and friends, singing with his family, hunting and shooting his guns. He was known to be a practical joker and got the biggest kick out of tricking his mother into telling him what she bought him for Christmas before he ever opened his gifts every year.
On April 9, 2022 Dale was united in marriage to Brenda Kay (MacNaughton) Fisher, who survives at their Newberne home.
Along with his wife, Brenda and mother, Linda Brannon and husband John of Normantown, WV; surviving are 3 sons, Justin Fisher and wife Nani of Exchange, WV; Ryan Fisher and wife Hannah of Gassaway, WV; and Matthew Fisher and wife Maranda of Middlebourne, WV; stepdaughter, Heather Frederick and husband Tyler of Provdence Forge, VA; and 3 siblings, Craig Fisher and wife Elizabeth of Exchange, WV; Anita Deaton of Weston, WV; and Tina Reed and husband Dennis of Normantown, WV.
Also surviving are 14 grandchildren, Jessielyn Faith, Myciah Grace, Mahea Hope, Caydence Hope, Charles Michael, Dawsyn Marie, Derrick Michel, Izabella Elizabeth, Mikah Kathleen, Lillyann Mishele, Derrick Matthew, Mika Gabriel, Issac Dale, KayLynn RaeLee Grace, Annabelle, Alizabeth, and Natalee and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many other wonderful family and friends.
Dale is preceded in death by his father, Charles Fisher, and grandparents, Art and Verna Fisher and Sherman and Opal Dobbins.
Dale will be greatly missed and he would want to tell everyone to not mourn for him but instead love one another here on this earth while you can and to make preparations with the Lord to meet in heaven some sweet day.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., 2 Vanhorn Drive, Glenville WV; 26351 at 1:00 PM; Saturday, April 11, 2026 with Pastor Stewart Fitzwater and Pastor Ben Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the Cedarville Cemetery in Cedarville, WV; with Full Military honors provided by the Braxton Co., American Legion and the United States Army. Friends will be received from 11:00 am – 1:00 PM; Saturday at the mortuary in Glenville.
Following committal services at the cemetery, the family invites everyone to join the family for a meal at the Normantown Historical Society (Normantown Elementary School) in honor of Dale. Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Dale Evan Fisher with traditional burial arrangements.

04/07/2026

Diana Ann Wallbrown, 64 of Glenville, WV; departed this earthly life in the early evening hours of Sunday, April 5, 2026 at the CAMC Memorial Hospital in Charleston, WV; following a brief illness.
She was born April 26, 1961 in Weston, WV; daughter of the late Willie and Virginia (Jenkins) Greenlief.
Diana is a homemaker who loved caring for her family. She spent time as a volunteer at the Gilmer Public Library and in her spare time enjoyed, crocheting, Fishing, watching westerns on TV, spending time with family and friends, and spoiling her grandkids whenever possible.
Left to cherish her memory are 4 children, Joe Greenlief (Billie) of Buckhannon, WV; Sarah Taylor (Robert Klotz) of Glenville, Rex Wallbrown Jr. (Brittani Bell) of Sand Fork, WV; and Ray Wallbrown of Glenville, and a brother, Kenny Greenlief (Charlotte of Kelly Run.
Also surviving are 4 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many other wonderful family and friends.
Along with her parents (Willie and Virginia), Diana is preceded in death by 5 brothers, Eddie, Roger, Donnie, Terry, and Robert Greenlief.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., 2 Vanhorn Drive, Glenville, WV; 26351 at 2:00 PM; Friday, April 10, 2026. Burial will follow in the Rhoades Cemetery on Kelly Run Road. Friends and family will be received from 1:00 – 2:00 PM; Friday at the mortuary in Glenville.
Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., is honored to assist the family of Diana Ann Wallbrown with traditional burial arrangements.

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