Matthew Braydon Scharf, son of Michael and Susie (Mercer) Scharf of New Martinsville, celebrated his first birthday on Feb. 26 with an evening party at the First Church of God in New Martinsville.

Matthew and his family would like to thank everyone who made this day so special. The delicious cake was made by Linda Kerns.

Matthew’s maternal grandparents are Joyce and Scott Mercer of Middlebourne. His paternal grandparents are Marlaina and Ed Scharf of New Martinsville.