Sharon Dillon, 83, of Ceredo, WV. died Monday, August 11, 2026 at St.
Mary’s Medical Center. Sharon was born September 20, 1942 in Huntington,
WV. a daughter of the late Melvin Hager and the late Sada Varney. Sharon was
affectionately self-nicknamed the Queen and Chatty Kathy and loved to
decorate her home for every season and holiday. Her happy place was Hobby
Lobby and enjoying her flowers and plants. Her greatest joy was gathering with
her family. She was Baptist by faith. Besides her parents she was also preceded
in death by her beloved husband Francis Dillon and two sisters Donna Craig
and Beverly Jenkins. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law Barry Ellis
(Jackie), daughter and son-in-law Bridgette Moore (Larry) and son and
daughter-in-law Jason Ellis (Patricia); brother and sister-in-law Ken Stepp
(Robin); grandchildren Jeremy Ellis (Robin), Aimee Harrah (Todd) and
Autumn Hansen (Josh) and great-grandchildren Chase, Brooklyn, Ava, Aubrey
and Bella. There will be no public services. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is
assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at
www.rollinsfh.com.
Samuel Dale Ferguson, 54, of Kenova, WV passed away August 4, 2026. He was born September 3, 1971 a son of Emy (Kelly) Runyon White and the late Samuel David Ferguson. Dale was a 1989 graduate of Milton High School then briefly attended Marshall University before receiving his degree from West Virginia Tech. He was a self employed owner/operator of 165 Designs LLC and did a lot of contracting work through J. H. Fletcher & Co. Dale enjoyed working on his farm and he loved his animals. He enjoyed hunting and shark fishing and being outdoors. He also loved Key West, Florida. Dale is survived by his mother, Emy; his beloved children, Ashley Nichole Ferguson and Dale Thomas (Hannah) Ferguson and their mother, Carrie Ferguson; step sisters, Lynn Cooper and Cyndi Lewis; step brother, Mike Cooper; a niece, Kayla Cooper and a host of friends and family who will greatly miss him. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Jim Byrd officiating. Burial will follow in Docks Creek Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
Noah Junior Lowe, 68, of Kenova, WV passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at his home. He was born February 1, 1958 a son of the late Noah and Lillian Marie Blankenship. Noah graduated from C-K High School. He had worked for Brunetti Bakery in Kenova. He is survived by two sisters, Thelma Lowe and Hester Meade; a brother, John B. Lowe, II; and his special companion, Mary. Noah loved spending time at Virginia Point and was affectionately known as “the mayor of the point” where he kept an eye on the eagles that lived there. He also met with his classmates once a quarter at Evaroni’s to catch up with what all the guys had been doing since their last get together. Noah was loved by many and will be greatly missed because he had a big heart and was willing to help anyone who needed a hand. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, August 8, 2026 from Noon to 2:00 p.m. at Virginia Point in Kenova, WV. Rollins Funeral Home is honored to help the Lowe family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
Michael Jay Keith O’Dell, 60, of Prichard, WV passed away on July 18, 2026 at St Mary’s Medical Center in Huntington, WV. He was born February 9, 1966 in Detroit, Michigan a son of Joann Kimberling of Ceredo, WV and the late Lawrence (Larry) Harlan O’Dell Jr. Michael was a graduate of Buffalo High School. He joined the US Navy where he served for over 20 years before retiring and then going to work at the Hershel “Woody” Williams VA Medical center where he was still employed as a dispatcher. Michael enjoyed camping and taking care of his home and property. Most of all he loved his family and spending time with them and he also loved to irritate his mother-in-law, Ella Mae. Members of the US Navy Funeral Honors Program and American Legion Post 93 Kenova Honor Guard will conduct graveside rites. In addition to his father and grandparents, Jay was also preceded in death by a sister, Shannon O’Dell. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Smith O’Dell; a son, Cory Lewis; a daughter, Cassie Lewis; grandchildren, Chloe Lewis and Lyric Carter; brothers, Larry O’Dell III, Jody O’Dell and Jeff Woodward; special friends, Eddie Wildes and Dwayne Hall; his dog, Pebbles and many nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be on Thursday July 23, 2026 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm followed by the funeral service with Brother Jerry Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Henry Hatten Cemetery, Prichard, WV. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com and the funeral service will be streamed beginning at 1:00 pm from the funeral home website.
Teresa Diane Adkins George, 67, of Kenova, W.Va. passed away July 9, 2026 in the Ohio State University James Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born May 1, 1959 in Huntington, W. Va. A daughter of the late Thurman and Thelma Smith Adkins. She worked for many years as an Admitting/Registration Manager for Cabell Huntington Hospital. She is survived by her beloved husband, Charles George; her sister, Gloria Drown; brothers, Bob and Larry Adkins; nieces, Deanna Swisher, Barbi Adkins, Lori Myers and Janet Nelson; nephews, Eric Adkins, Sam Drown, Bobby Adkins, and Jerry Adkins; and a host of great nieces and nephews. Teresa loved to read and enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A celebration of life service will be held at the Lifesong Church, 438 Boyd Street in Russell, KY, of which she was a member, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Keith Menhouse officiating. Rollins Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com
Ronald “Ronnie” Keith Chadwick Jr. (51) passed away on July 14th , 2026. A devoted husband, son, and brother whose quiet, intelligent strength touched everyone who knew him. He proudly served in the Navy after graduating from Buffalo High School. His love of learning led him to get a Bachelors degree in Chemistry from Marshall University and a few years later, a Chemical Engineering degree from WVU Tech. His career in engineering eventually led him to the role of Process Engineer at APG Polytech. A job he truly enjoyed and where he brought his same steady, thoughtful presence to his work. Beyond work he embraced life. He was happiest fishing, traveling and exploring new places, perfecting his BBQ skills, or simply staying home and watching a military history documentary. His favorite time of the year was easily college football season. Above all else, Ronnie adored his family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kristin; his parents, Ron and Carolyn Chadwick; his sister, Kandie (James) Harrison; nephew, Gage Harrison; niece,