Waylon Wratchford

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Waylon Wayne Wratchford, a cherished son, grandson, nephew and cousin who peacefully passed away Monday, December 29, 2025, at the Grant Memorial Hospital in Petersburg, WV. Born on November 18, 2025, in Petersburg, WV, he brought immeasurable joy to his loving parents, Joshua Wayne Wratchford and Felicia Louise McLamara of Moorefield, WV.

In his brief time on Earth, Waylon touched the lives of those around him with his precious presence. He will be deeply missed by his adoring family, including his beloved maternal grandparents, Gary and Teresa Whetzel of Moorefield, WV and Richard McLamara of Lahmansville, WV; paternal grandparents, Virgil Wratchford of Cabins, WV and the late Kathy Wratchford; and paternal great-grandmother Mary See of Moorefield, WV. Also left to cherish his memory are aunts and uncles, Ashley Wratchford (Donovan Shockey), Brandon Funk, Dalton Sother, Ben Whetzel and other numerous aunts, uncles, cousins.

He was preceded in death by maternal great-grandparents, Edgar Estep, Virginia Bonham, Charles & Patricia McLamara and paternal great-grandparents, Waldo See and Virgil & Maggie Wratchford.

Graveside Funeral Services to celebrate the life of Waylon will be held 2;00 PM Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Petersburg, WV with Pastor Craig Howard officiant.

During this time of grief, we invite you to offer condolences, share cherished memories, or upload photos in tribute to Waylon by visiting his Tribute Wall at www.fraleyfuneralhome.com. Let us come together to honor the beautiful impact that Waylon Wayne Wratchford had in his brief but meaningful time with us.

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