All Obituaries

John Wayne True, 67, of Kitzmiller died on Sunday, July 15, 2018, at Garrett Regional Medical Center.  Born on August 16, 1950, in Kitzmiller, he was the son of the late Frank E. and Agnes V. (Warnick) True.  He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served during the Vietnam War.  He was a member of the American Legion Post #71 in Oakland, the Deer Park VFW Post #10077 and the Deer Park Sportsman’s Club.  In addition to...

Derek Scott Bennett, 26, of Oakland, died on Saturday, July 14, 2018, in Preston County, WV. Born on March 1, 1992, in Oakland, he was the son of the late Edward R. Bennett and Mary A. (Glotfelty) Brode. Derek enjoyed golfing, snowboarding, playing cornhole, spending time with friends, and working out. He is survived by two brothers, Darwin and Shawn Bennett, both of Oakland; his grandfather, Mike Rhodes; a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his dog, Arlo. Friends...

Adam B. Slagle, 17, of Oakland passed away on Monday, July 9, 2018, in Garrett County, Maryland. Born on March 7, 2001, he was the son of David and Eleanor Slagle of Oakland. Adam was a boy who knew no stranger. His light and vibrancy were infectious, making it impossible not to smile. Those who had the privilege of knowing Adam can honestly say they had witnessed true happiness. Adam will be missed by all, but none shall miss him in comparison to his family. In addition to...

Lois Catherine Wolfe, 98, of Mtn. Lake Park died on Monday, July 9, 2018, at Dennett Road Manor. Born on October 6, 1919, in Red House, she was the daughter of the late Cyrus Sylvester and Tola A.D. (Hahn) Wolfe. Lois was a graduate of Oakland High School after which she went on to work for the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Red House. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and tending to her flower gardens....

Betty Lou (Brooks) Fulk, 89, of Bayard, passed away on Monday, July 2, 2018 at the Garrett Regional Medical Center.  Born on November 23, 1928, she is the daughter of the late Flossie (Brooks) Likins. Betty attended Oakland High School.  She retired from over 25 years of service with the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources working at the Blackwater Lodge and Blackwater Falls Trading Post.  She was a member of the Bayard United Methodist Church and...

  Judith Ann (Legeer) Wilt, 75, passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at her home in Mt. Lake Park, MD. She was born June 19, 1943 in Baltimore, MD.  Judy was preceded in death by her father, William Legeer, her mother, Mildred (Mellinger) Crane, and step-father, Robert Crane.  She was also preceded in death by four siblings; William Legeer; Evajean (Legeer) Smith; Vauda Legeer; and Christine (Legeer) Tasker.  Judy was primarily a...

Iva B. Hickey, 104, of Somerset, PA, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at The Patriot. Iva was born on March 18, 1914 in Pennsylvania. She graduated high school and worked as a secretary at Michelle's Seed Company. Iva was a devout Catholic woman. In her younger years, she enjoyed reading and working in her garden.  Iva is survived by her six grandchildren, David Villanova, Dan Villanova, Debbie Villanova Faint, Donald Villanova, Michael Jansen and Michelle Jansen; five great...

Iva Ruth Knotts, 95, of Crellin went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Garrett Regional Medical Center.  Born on May 17, 1923, in McHenry, she was the daughter of the late James Arthur Garfield Glotfelty and Nora Ella (Turney) Glotfelty.  Residing now in her heavenly home, Iva was loved by all who knew her and we are so grateful for the years she has been a part of our lives.  She retired from the county as a cafeteria manager at Crellin...

Bonnie K. Droppleman, 67, of Elk Garden, passed away on Friday, June 15, 2018 at the Garrett Regional Medical Center. Born on June 12, 1951 in Keyser, WV, she was the daughter of the late William B. and Dorothy “Dot” (Seaman) Droppleman.  Bonnie graduated from Elk Garden High School and attended Potomac State College.  She was employed at Bausch and Lomb, Trex in Winchester and...

Bentley Matthew Blythe, “Bentley the Brave”, age 4, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 15, 2018, at his home in the arms of his parents.  Born on August 6, 2013 in Oakland, he was the son of Matthew Jason and Brandi Dawn (Shaffer) Blythe.   Bentley the Brave was a kind, loving, and happy child with an infectious smile.   At only four years old he touched the hearts of thousands in our amazing community and beyond.   His...