12/27/2025 09:54:35 AMFairmont State University is saddened to share the news of the passing of alumnus and former West Virginia Senator Larry J. Edgell. In addition to being a graduate of Fairmont State College (now Fairmont State University), he was a lifelong educator, U.S. Navy veteran, and dedicated public servant whose career reflected a deep commitment to West Virginia and its people. AlumniNews