Ward Bradley “Buck” Huffman, 76, of Riverton, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Mon Health Medical Center, Morgantown.

Born January 9, 1949 in Petersburg, he was the son of the late Ward and Betty (Haren) Huffman.

On March 5, 1968 Buck married his loving wife, Vickie Lane (Warner) Huffman who survives in Riverton. Mr. Huffman attended school at Seneca Rocks and was a Christian in faith.

He was a retired from truck driver.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Jamie Huffman of Seneca Rocks; one sister, Judi McCoy of New Creek; two brothers, Dan Huffman of Seneca Rocks and Tom Huffman of Petersburg; a niece; several nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Frankie and Roger “Alan” Huffman; and one grandson, James Lauson Huffman.

Buck’s family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 10, from 5-7 p.m. at the Basagic Funeral Home, Petersburg.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, December 11, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Tom Shaum offi ciating. Interment will be at South Branch Valley Memorial Gardens, Petersburg.

Memorials may be made to the family, c/o the Basagic Funeral Home POB 400, Petersburg, WV 26847. Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com or on Facebook at Basagic Funeral Home. (12-9-25)

Grant Edward Kimble, 76, of Petersburg, W.Va. and formerly of Scherr, W.Va., passed away Friday, December 5, 2025 at Grant Rehabilitation and Care Center, Petersburg.

Born June 20, 1949 in Keyser, W.Va., he was the son of the late Lloyd Warren Kimble and Vauda (Hanlin) Kimble.

Grant was raised on the family farm until 1965, when he began living with his great-aunt, Jessie Kessel Evans and his cousin, Anna Jean Evans. They ran the Evans General Store in Scherr and Grant was proud of the history of the store and continued to assist them. It was a place where neighbors, friends, customers and travelers always found cheerful service and friendly smiles. In short, after their deaths, Grant continued to keep the store and post offi ce running.

Grant’s health declined for the past three years and he became a resident of Grant Rehabilitation and Care Center.

He is survived by his sister, Naomi Kimble of Scherr; several cousins including Gary and Sharon Thorne of Petersburg; and his friend, Louise Keplinger. In honoring Grant’s wishes, graveside services and interment were Monday morning at Maysville Cemetery with Pastor Paul Goldizen offi ciating. Condolences to the family may be left at www. schaefferfuneralhome.com (12-9-25)

Shirley Frances (Mitchell) Wolfe, 84, of Petersburg, W.Va., passed away Friday, December 5, 2025 at Grant Memorial Hospital, Petersburg.

Born January 12, 1941 in Kline, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Irene Frances (Mitchell) Strawderman and Luther Lee Strawderman. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Gary D. Wolfe Sr. on March 26, 2025.

Shirley is survived by her son, Gary Wolfe Jr. and wife Bobbi and her daughter, Connie F. Orndoff; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Shirley was a 1959 graduate of Petersburg High School. She married the love of her life, Gary Wolfe in 1962. They lived in Alexandria, Va. and later moved back to West Virginia. Later Shirley retired after 30 years from American Woodmark Corp in Moorefi eld, W.Va. Her commitment to the company was evident in the lasting relationships she cultivated over the years. Shirley enjoyed the outdoors and the family had hunting camps in South Fork and Pendleton County. While a resident at Pendleton Manor, Shirley was an offi cial greeter and mother hen to all that knew her. Her passion was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and friends at camp. Shirley was a member of Brake Covenant Brethren Church.

Funeral services are today, Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Schaeffer Funeral Home, Petersburg, with Pastor Craig Howard offi ciating. Interment will follow in Olivet Cemetery Moorefi eld. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International.

Condolences to the family may be left at www. schaefferfuneralhome.com (12-9-25)

Alonzo V. Ours Jr., 91, of Warrenton, Va., passed away Friday, November 28, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Alonzo was born at his family home in Cabins, W.Va. and was the son of the late Alonzo V. Ours Sr. and Doris Watts Ours. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Beulah Crites, Emmalee Ours, Teddy Ours and Richard Ours.

Alonzo graduated from Petersburg High School in 1953. After graduation, he began his career as a carpenter in the Northern Virginia area. Through perseverance, grit and an unmatched work ethic, he built a successful roofi ng company that has proudly served customers for over 50 years. His dedication to his workmanship and providing for his family became the foundation of his life’s work.

Alonzo is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Barbara Ours, and his four children, Crystal Ours of Manassas, Va.; Alonna Musselman and her husband Jerry Musselman of Stafford, Va.; Wesley Ours and his wife Stacy Ours of Manassas; and John Ours and his wife Natalie Ours of Warrenton. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Jeremy Musselman, Dion Evans, Rhiannon Lawson, Dane Ours, Jason Musselman, Wyatt Ours, Khloe Ours, Gavin Ours, Brinlee Ours, and Camden Ours; and four great-grandchildren, Owen Evans, Zoe Evans, Vivienne Lawson, and Vera Lawson. Alonzo is further survived by eight siblings, Darlene Casto and her husband Jim Casto; Neil Ours and his wife Marlene; Naomi Pennington and her husband Dick; Erma Koontz; Sharron Kimble; Danie Ours; Mickey Ours; and Phyllis Dolly.

A funeral service was held Saturday, morning, December 6, in the chapel of the Schaeffer Funeral Home, Petersburg, with Pastor Vivan Watts and Phyllis Dolly offi ciating the service. Burial followed at the Bergdoll Family Cemetery in Rough Run, W.Va.

In lieu of fl owers, memorial contributions may be made to The Joy House, 105 Virginia Ave., Petersburg, WV 26847; Fauquier Food Pantry, 249 E. Shirley Ave., Warrenton, VA 20187; or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Alonzo Ours Jr. will be remembered as a man of remarkable strength, perseverance, and devotion to his family. His legacy lives on in the business he built, the values he passed down, and the love he gave so generously. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

Condolences to the family may be left at www. schaefferfuneralhome.com (12-9-25)

Darlene Kay Pallavicini, 82, of Petersburg, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, surrounded by her family at J.W. Ruby Hospital in Morgantown, W.Va.

Born July 12, 1943 in Maysville, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Carl Dyer Hogbin Sr. and Twila Maxine “Babe” (Davis) Hogbin. In addition to her parents, Darlene was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Pallavicini; one son, Mitchell D. Earle; one brother, Garry L. Hogbin; and one nephew, Christopher Hogbin.

She is survived by one son, Willard L. “Boog” Earle II and wife Pam of Maysville; one stepdaughter, Molly B. Pallavicini of Staunton, Va.; four grandchildren, Casey M. Earle Redman and husband Rocky, Brooke A. Earle Cox and husband Daniel, Jesse C. Earle and wife Jerrica and Alexa “Lexi” C. Earle; two great-grandchildren, Eli A. Cox and Jude E. Cox; one sister, Bonnie G. Hogbin of Petersburg; one brother, Carl D. Hogbin Jr. of Petersburg; and several nieces and nephews.

Darlene was a 1961 graduate of Petersburg High School and later was a loan offi cer at Farmers Home Administration in Petersburg and Elkins, W.Va. for nearly 20 years. Darlene was a member of the Petersburg Presbyterian Church. In her younger years, Darlene spent much of her time playing tennis with her friends. She also enjoyed and took pride in gardening – even in the later years of her life. Most of all, Darlene took pride in her family. Spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her immense happiness. Some of Darlene and Bill’s fondest memories were made spending time with family at their beach house in Nags Head, N.C. She will be greatly missed by her beloved dog “Izzy”.

In honoring Darlene’s wishes, her body will be cremated and there will be no services. Darlene’s family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the Petersburg Presbyterian Church, 20 North Main Street, Petersburg, WV 26847 or charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences to the family may be left at www. schaefferfuneralhome.com (12-2-25)