Community mourns Matoaka man killed in pedestrian accident

MATOAKA, W.Va . (WVVA) - A Mercer County man died Monday following injuries sustained after being struck by a vehicle, according to his obituary.

Donald “Skip” Conner Jr., 67 was a lifelong resident of Matoaka and known throughout the community for his friendly demeanor and devotion to his faith. A 1976 graduate of Matoaka High School, he served in the United States Army with deployments to Germany and Europe.

Friends and family remembered Conner as someone who “never met a stranger” and was known for his infectious smile and generous spirit. He was an avid fan of classic westerns and M.A.S.H., and was devoted to his animals, particularly his dogs and his horse, Lightnin’.

Conner is survived by three brothers—Ricky Conner of Marion, Virginia, Teddy Conner of Matoaka and Shawn Conner of Bramwell—along with numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30pm on Monday, March 9 at Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton, with interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Military honors will be conducted by the Mercer County Veterans Honor Guard.

Visitation is scheduled for 4pm to 5pm on Sunday, March 8 at the funeral home.

You can view his obituary here.