Hastings Funeral Home Inc of Morgantown, WV

04/30/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Gerald A. “Jerry” Hott.

Gerald A. “Jerry” Hott, 94, of Morgantown, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Sundale Rehabilitation and Long Term Care.

Friends and family will be received at Hastings Funeral Home, 153 Spruce St., Morgantown, on Saturday, May 2nd from 4:00 PM until the time of the funeral service at 5:00 PM with Rev. Bart Thompson officiating. Interment will take place at a later time at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens.

A full obituary will be updated at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com.

04/30/2026

We are honored to serve the family of George Franklin Petitte.

George Franklin Petitte, 91, passed away peacefully at the home of his daughter in Fuquay-Varina, NC on April 27, 2026. George was born on January 27, 1935, in Morgantown, WV to the late Frank Petitte and Mary Anne Maracci.

Born during the Great Depression to Italian immigrant parents, George understood the value of hard work from a young age. George began working as a golf caddy in 1948 at the age of 13, and shared that he caddied for famous golfer Sam Snead that year. This work on the golf course began George’s lifelong passion for golf. George went on to play on the WVU golf team and to play in, and win, many local and regional golf tournaments. He was especially proud to have played the course at Augusta National Golf Club, which hosts the Master’s Tournament. When asked who he thought was the greatest golfer to ever don the green jacket, he replied, without hesitation, that it could only be Jack Nicklaus.

George graduated from West Virginia University in 1956 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Following his graduation, George served in United States Army from 1957-1959 and in the reserves from 1959-1963.

Following his military service, George worked as an accountant primarily for Sterling Faucet and Chico Dairy Company. He continued working part-time even after retirement until January 2026.

In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Robert, Herman, and Gene Petitte, one sister Lillian Rinaldi, and his beloved wife of 64 years Janice. George is survived by 2 daughters Diane Haigler (Joe) of Fuquay-Varina, NC and Donna Godwin (Marc) of Holly Springs, NC and 4 grandchildren (Zach Lodder of Raleigh, NC, Nick Lodder of Cary, NC, and Alex and Emma Godwin of Holly Springs, NC).

Friends and family will be received at Hastings Funeral Home, 153 Spruce St., Morgantown, on Monday, May 4th from 10:00 am until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 am with Pastor John DeVincent. Interment will follow at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens.

Send condolences online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

04/29/2026

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04/28/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Jay Hunt.

Jay L. Hunt, 74, passed away on April 26, 2026, in Morgantown, West Virginia. He was born on November 5, 1951, in Fort Dix, New Jersey to the late Arden Hunt and Virginia (Pratt) Hunt.

Jay was a dedicated and hardworking employee, devoting 27 years of service to the West Virginia University Physical Plant, a testament to his steady work ethic and reliability. After this, Jay spent time as a truck driver.

He had a love for hobby collections, particularly coins and model cars, and enjoyed attending car shows, including the Carlisle Car Show. He was an avid fan of the Washington Commanders, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the West Virginia University Mountaineers. Additionally, Jay had a deep interest in Civil War history, with a particular admiration for the Battle of Gettysburg.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Carolyn (Powell) Hunt; son, Jason Hunt; stepdaughters, Cindy Barnett and Tina (Barnett) Weaver (Victor); six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Jay was preceded in death by his stepdaughter, Billie Jo Johnson (Barnett), and brothers, Abner Thomas "Tommy" Hunt and Arden M. Hunt, Jr.

He leaves behind a family and community who will honor his memory with deep respect and lasting affection.

Friends and family will be received at Hastings Funeral Home, 153 Spruce St. on Thursday, April 30th from 5pm-7pm. Visitation will continue at the funeral home on Friday, May 1st from 10:00am until the time of the funeral service at 11:00am with Pastor Nathaniel Hudson officiating. Interment will follow at Nicholson Cemetery.

Donations in Jay’s memory may be made to Morgantown Hospice Care, an Amedisys Partner, 3596 Collins Ferry Rd. Suite 250, Morgantown, WV 26505

Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send condolences online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

04/27/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Delores Ann Thomas.

Delores Ann Thomas, 91 of Morgantown West Virginia, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital.

She was born on July 26, 1934 in Morgantown West Virginia to Charles and Mabel Shisler. A proud graduate of Morgantown High School’s class of 1952, she married the love of her life Edward Wilburn Thomas that same year, beginning a lifelong partnership grounded in love, devotion and family.

Delores spent most of her life in Morgantown with chapters in Fort Bragg, North Carolina and New Philadelphia, Ohio. She worked at Sterling Faucet and Montgomery Wards in Morgantown, where she was known for her strong work ethic and steady presence.

Following her husband’s passing and her retirement, she continued to give generously of her time-volunteering at the Rosenbaum Family House, the Ruby Memorial Hospital gift shop and bringing joy to others as a member of the Senior Shufflers line dancing group.

Her greatest joy in life was her family. She dedicated herself to raising her four sons: Edward Jr., Richard, John and David, cherished her daughters-in-law Bridget, Marla, Cindy and Kelley and adored her nieces Jo Ann, Nancy, Patricia, Pamela and Kelly.

She is lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: Eddie, Chad, Steve, Casey, Johnny, Brian, Josh, Tanner, Jared, Matthew and Katelyn.; her great grandchildren: Jacey, Corey, Sunny, Kyle, Cavyn, Jayden, Brityn, Carah, Matthew, Jake, Eli, Ethan, Alexis, Christopher, Lily, Skyla, Edward, Sloane, and Sylas; and her great-great grandchildren: Estele, Elise, and Clarabella.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mabel Shisler; her beloved husband Edward Thomas; her sisters Ola, Roxy, Marion and Celia; and her brothers, George (Debs) and Neil; and her grandson, Brian.

She is survived by her big brother, Charles Shisler, Jr. of Indian Land, SC.

Delores was an avid quilter, earning a blue ribbon at the Monongalia County Fair-a reflection of the patience, care and love she brought to everything she did. She was active in the Methodist Church in Jerome Park where she grew up, faithfully serving her community for many years. She also found great joy in bowling, participating in a league for decades and advancing to state tournaments alongside her dear friends.

She especially treasured time spent with her family during holidays, birthdays, and the annual Shisler family reunion each Labor Day weekend—all moments that reflected the love and connection she nurtured throughout her life.

Delores Ann Thomas will be remembered for her quiet strength, her generous heart and the enduring legacy of love she leaves behind.

Friends and family will be received at Hastings Funeral Home, 153 Spruce St. on Saturday, May 2nd from 10:00am until the time of the funeral service at 12:00pm with Pastor Larry Buckland officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

04/27/2026

04/24/2026

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04/23/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Anna Marie Russell.

Anna Marie Russell, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Morgantown, West Virginia. She was born on December 11, 1938, in Core, West Virginia to the late Gilbert Forquer and the late Jenny (Pawlak) Forquer.

Ann had a flair for creativity and a passion for crafting and ceramics. She also enjoyed quilting and gardening, especially tending to her flower garden which brought color and warmth to her home.

Ann is survived by her sons, James Herbert Mason (Lisa), David Mason (Joy), Doug Mason (Aleisha), and Timothy Russell (Linda); grandchildren, Ashley Wright (Matt), Casie Savage (Mike), Ryan DeBardi (Sandra), Alexis Mason, Carter Mason, Lauren Mason, and Jacob Mason; great-grandchildren, Macey, Nathan, Stella, Grant, Grayson, Sophia, Ruthie, and Louise; as well as six brothers and sisters. She is also survived by her beloved dog, Gizmo, and her cat, Lucy, who each brought her comfort and companionship.

In addition to her parents, Ann was preceded in death by seven siblings.

Her memory lives on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A funeral service will be held for the family on Saturday, April 25th at Hastings Funeral Home beginning at 12:00pm with Pastor Joe Adams officiating. Interment will take place at East Oak Grove Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

04/20/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Mary Ginger Austin.

Mary Ginger Austin, 77, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in Morgantown. She was born on April 30, 1948, in Parkersburg, West Virginia to the late Raymond Harris and Mary (McGraw) Treadway.

Mary found joy listening to bluegrass and country music and developed a love for the outdoors, particularly fishing and gardening. She was also fond of crafting, which was another way she expressed her creativity. Above all, her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Mary is survived by her husband of 33 years, Jeffrey Austin, sons, Jeffrey Duley, Chad Duley, and Jesse Austin; her daughter, Janet Duley (Bill Davis); step-son, Jeffrey Austin; step-daughters, Amanda Austin and Cindy Austin; grandchildren, Jeffrey Duley Jr. (Nicole), Cody Davis (Breanna), Domonic McElfresh, Alexis McElfresh, Rosie Snyder, Rebecca Austin, Zack Austin, Pickles Austin, and Eddie Zwyer; and four great-grandchildren; sisters, Nancy Wilcox (Dave) and Donna Byers, brother, Jim Treadway (Nellie); as well as several nieces and nephews and other extended family.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her grandson, Ronald Dean Duley; step-father, Paul Treadway; and siblings, Ed Harris, Jack Harris, and Paul Harris.

Mary’s memory will be honored by those who knew her kindness, strength, and generous heart.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory can be made to WVU Medicine Hospice, 12 Rousch Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia 26501.

Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com

04/17/2026

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04/16/2026

We are honored to serve the family of Linda Lee Bierkamper.

Linda Lee Bierkamper, 74, of Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Mon Health Medical Center. She was born May 2, 1951 in Lincoln, Nebraska, a daughter of the late Willard Dean and Jo Ann Lee (Jackson) Lorensen.

She was a devoted member of the Reformation Orthodox Presbyterian Church and grew up in the South Park community. She was a 1969 graduate of Morgantown High School and from West Virginia University with a degree in nursing. She worked for over 30 years in the NICU, ICU and ER as a trusted and caring nurse.

She had a way of making ordinary moments feel special and brought sayings like "cool beans" that made others smile. She was a good friend to her church community and was generous with her knitting and baked treats.

She is survived by her loving children, Anna Bischoff (Bryan) and Charles Bierkamper (Kristen); grandchildren, Margot Bischoff, Andrew Bierkamper, and Caroline Bierkamper; and siblings, Judge Charles Lorensen (Pam) and Judge Michel Lorensen (Maria).

In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband in 1988, George Bierkamper and brother, Rick Lorensen.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Reformation Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 450 Arch St., Morgantown, WV 26501.

A memorial service will be held at Reformation Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 450 Arch St., Morgantown, on Saturday, April 18th at 2:00 PM with Jonathan Hutchison officiating. At the conclusion of the service, friends and family are invited to continue to celebrate her life at the church until 4:00 PM.

Online condolences may be made at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com.