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Linda Sue Wallace Deskins Obituary
Linda Sue Wallace Deskins 1950—2026 Linda Sue Wallace Deskins, of Kermit, West Virginia, passed away peacefully Friday, June 26, 2026, at ARH Hospital in Williamson. She was 75 years old. Born Dec. 30, 1950, in Mason County, she was the daughter of the late Odell Wallace and Josephine Treadway Wallace. Linda retired as a cook…
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Kermit advances new water storage tank; customers prepare for rate increase
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT — A $1.24 million project to replace Kermit’s failing water storage tank is moving toward construction, with bidding expected later this summer and work likely extending into next year, Mayor Charles Sparks announced June 8 during a town council meeting. The project will replace an aging tank with a…
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Kermit invites community to Fourth of July fireworks
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT KERMIT, W.Va. — The Town of Kermit will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and family fun July 4 at Kermit Park. Mayor Charles Sparks announced that vendors may begin setting up at 5 p.m. The town will provide free watermelon for attendees throughout the evening. As night falls, fireworks will light up…
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Kermit water leak causes outage, boil water advisory issued
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT KERMIT, W.Va. — The Town of Kermit is working to repair a major water line break that has disrupted water service and reduced water pressure for customers in Kermit and surrounding areas. Town officials said crews located the leak and continue repairs Monday night. Work will extend late into the evening and…
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Milton Albert (George) Mollett Obituary
Milton Albert (George) Mollett 1962—2026 Milton Albert (George) Mollett, 64, of Kermit, West Virginia, unexpectedly passed away June 4, 2026. Born April 9, 1962, he was the son of the late Chester Mollett and Anna Gaye Marcum. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his nephew Ray Hinkle, niece Kennadi Mollett,…
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Barbara Ellen (Kirk) Osburn Obituary
Barbara Ellen (Kirk) Osburn 1964—2026 Barbara Ellen (Kirk) Osburn, age 61, of Kermit, West Virginia, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home June 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born Nov. 19, 1964, she was the daughter of the late Harlan Ray and Esta Arlene Kirk. In addition to her parents, she was…
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Polly Ann Spaulding Obituary
Polly Ann Spaulding 1937—2026 Polly Ann Spaulding, 88, passed away peacefully at her home June 1, 2026. She was born Oct. 25, 1937. Polly was a devoted member of Perry Point Church in Jesus Christ for 69 years. She was known for her kindness, faith and dedication to her family and friends. She leaves behind…
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Blood drive June 8 in Kermit
ABLE Families will sponsor an American Red Cross blood drive June 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lighthouse Community Church, 313 Route 52, Kermit. Donors will receive a $15 e-gift card to the merchant of their choice and will automatically be entered for a chance to win a $7,500 gift card. Schedule appointments…
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Avanell Hodge Obituary
Avanell Hodge 1948—2026 Avanell Hodge, 77, of Kermit, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on May 23, 2026, while a patient at Logan Regional Medical Center. Born July 4, 1948, in Kermit, she was the daughter of the late Jessie and Ora Parsley Fields. In addition to her parents, she was preceded…
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Emolene Hannah Muncy Obituary
Emolene Hannah Muncy 1957—2026 Emolene Hannah Muncy, 69, of Fort Gay, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on May 21, 2026. Born April 2, 1957, in Kermit, she was the daughter of the late Mark Hannah Jr. and Alberta Sturgell Hannah. Emolene loved sewing and quilting and worked as a homemaker and…
