Virginia Porter, a long-time resident of Star City and McMechen, passed away on December 7, 2025, in Morgantown at the age of 91. Born on November 7, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Alex and Irene Fankhauser Hawkins. Virginia’s life was marked by her commitment to her family and community, as well as her dedication to her work in medical records at Ohio Valley Medical Center (OVMC).
Virginia was an active member of the First Christian Church in McMechen and participated in the Order of the Eastern Star, Moundsville Chapter #86. Her contributions to the church and community were significant, and she was known for her unwavering support of those around her.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Porter. Virginia is survived by her three children: two sons, Frederick D. (Kim) Porter of Marysville, Ohio, and Charles E. (Perri DeChristopher) Porter of Star City, along with one daughter, Rena L. (Rodney) Carney of Columbus, Ohio. Additionally, she leaves behind six grandchildren: Nicholas Carney, Sydney and Chase Porter, as well as Hannah, Hayley, and Shane Wilson.
Family and friends will gather to honor Virginia’s life on Thursday, December 11, from 14:00 to 16:00 and again from 18:00 to 20:00 at Grisell Funeral Home & Crematory, located at 400 Jefferson Avenue, Moundsville. A funeral service will take place the following day, Friday, December 12, at 11:00, with Pastor Rodney Hubbs officiating. An Order of the Eastern Star service is scheduled for Thursday evening at 18:00. Following the funeral, interment will occur at Halcyon Hills.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the First Christian Church – Disciples of Christ, 100 Cobun Avenue, Morgantown, WV 26501, or to the First Christian Church, 30 Fourth Street, McMechen, WV 26040. Those wishing to express their sympathy can do so at www.grisellfuneralhomes.com. Virginia Porter’s legacy of kindness and service will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
