In Loving Memory of Earl A. Hott Ridgeley, West Virginia
The close-knit community of Ridgeley is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Earl A. Hott, a devoted family man and hardworking member of the community, who passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, at the age of 53 following a tragic logging accident near Bloomery, West Virginia. His sudden passing has left a deep and painful void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Earl was known as a man who understood the value of honest work and lived each day with strength, determination, and quiet pride. Logging is demanding and dangerous work, and Earl approached it with respect, experience, and responsibility. He was doing what he had done for years—working to provide, to support his family, and to build a life rooted in perseverance—when tragedy struck.
To his family, Earl was a pillar of support, someone they could depend on in both good times and hard moments. To friends and coworkers, he was reliable, kind-hearted, and always willing to lend a hand or share a story. He carried himself with humility and earned the respect of those around him through his actions rather than words.
The loss of Earl A. Hott is not only felt by his loved ones but by an entire community that valued his presence and contributions. His passing is a sobering reminder of the risks faced by workers every day and the fragility of life itself.
As Ridgeley grieves, the community comes together in shared sorrow, lifting Earl’s family in thoughts and prayers. May his memory live on through the love he gave, the work he was proud of, and the lives he touched. Earl will be deeply missed and forever remembered.