WAYNE COUNTY OBITUARIES
February, 2010

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WILLIAM ALBERT ADAMS, 67 of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010, in Cabell Huntington Hospital. He was a devoted member of the Jehovah Witnesses. Albert believed that Jehovah God was the true God and that his Kingdom through Jesus Christ will rule over this Earth; making it a paradise. A memorial service will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, February 6, 2010, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Huntington, by Larry Ferguson. Albert was born March 13, 1942, in Huntington, a son of the late William Adams and Claire Bell Lane. He was a computer operator with Blue Cross/Blue Shield. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Brenda Simmons. Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, John and Geneal Adams of Huntington; one sister, Patsy Godfrey of Illinois and several nieces and nephews whom he loved very much. There will be no visitation. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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WALTER L. NOEL of Lavalette, W.Va., formerly of Lenore, W.Va., born October 13, 1917, went to be with his Lord at the age of 92, at his residence. (Date ot given) He was born to the late Emory R. and Vicy Ann Marcum Noel. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Rev. Chelsea Noel and Fred Noel, and one sister, Charlene Deskins. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Alice; also two daughters and their spouses, Judy and Wally Gilliam of Cleveland, Tennessee and Gayle and Ronald Finley of Naugatuck, W.Va.; six brothers, Howard of McKenny, Texas, Emory and Ola Mae of Louisa, Ky., Lee and Billie of Mallory, W.Va., David and Margaret, Rev. Eddie and DeLois, and Rev. Charles L. and Shirley, all of Ohio; three sisters, Louise Hagman of Venice, Fla., Mae Oshore of Cyclone, W.Va., and Bernice and Fred Kirk of Wytheville, Va.; four grandchildren, Noel (DeAnna) Gilliam and Shawn (Emily) Gilliam, Tracy and Keith Finley; one great-grandson, Skylar Gilliam; one great-granddaughter, MaKayla Gilliam; a very special family member, Marlene Ferrell Glasscock, and caregiver Lynn Baise. Walter was a member of the Jefferson Avenue Church of God and a U.S. Army veteran, having served during World War II. A celebration of his life will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 3, 2020, at the Jefferson Avenue Church of God, Huntington, conducted by Pastors Greg Tomlinson and Paul Farley. Burial will follow in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Mr. Noel will be taken to the church one hour prior to service time Wednesday. Contributions may be made to the Jefferson Avenue Church of God, in memory of Walter L. Noel, or to Hospice of Huntington. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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ORVILLE "TEX" R. LIKENS, 73 of Orient, Ohio, former resident of Baltimore, Ohio, died Monday, February 1, 2010 at Doctors Hospital. He was a truck driver for land Products and a Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Marine Corp. He was a member of the Teamsters Local Union 294. He is survived by his son, Terry L. (Orlen a) Likens of Lancaster, Ohio; grand daughter, Dainelle Likens of Carroll, Ohio; brothers, Terry R. (Lou) Likens Dunlow, West Virginia, Jerry (Kathleen) Likens of Oceana, West Virginia, and Albert Dempsey of North Carolina; several nieces and nephews. His loving, caring girl friend of 10 years, Jean Fuller, her children, Cris, Kim, and Beckey, his adopted son, mark (Selena) Fuller and his adopted grandchildren, Hanna and Jake Fuller. He was preceded in death by his wife, bonnie Stoughton Likens; parents, Jasper and Viola Williamson Likens; brothers and sister-in-law, Marvin, George Likens, Dotsel and Marshaleen Dempsey, sister and brother-in-law, Goldie Bentley Likens and Pat Likens. Caring Cremation has taken place by the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 405 N. COLUMBUS ST., LANCASTER, OHIO 43130. Memorial gifts may be given to the American Red Cross of Fairfield County Chapter, 121 W. Mulberry St., Lancaster, Ohio 413130.
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LORETTA JEAN BRUMFIELD NAPIER of Lavalette, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 1, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington, W.Va., after losing her battle with Lou Gehrig's disease. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 4, 2010, at the Philadelphia United Baptist Church, of which she was a member, by Elder Glen Kiah Williamson. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, W.Va. She was born August 9, 1938, in Huntington, a daughter of the late Earl and Sadie Overby Brumfield. Also preceding her in death were her brothers, Don Brumfield, Claude Brumfield and Charles "Bigshot" Brumfield, and an infant sister. Survivors include her wonderful and caring husband of 52 years, Elmer Sr.; a son, Elmer Jr. and wife Vicki of Lavalette; a daughter, Tamara Hanshaw and husband Rob of Huntington; three grandchildren, Nathaniel Napier, Elizabeth Maynard and husband Josh, and Zachary Napier, all of Lavalette; and a great-grandson, Noah Maynard. Also surviving are three brothers, Lewis Brumfield and wife Loretha of Oregon, Paul Brumfield and wife Eva of California and Earl Ray Brumfield of Oklahoma; and two sisters, Beatrice Lucille Napier and Betty Napier and husband Rev. Don Napier, all of Huntington; and a great host of nieces, nephews and friends. Her nephews will serve as pallbearers. The family would like to extend a special thanks to St. Mary's Home Health and a very special caregiver, Melissa Fannin. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted by her husband to be sent in her memory to the Muscular Dystrophy Association to help with the fight against Lou Gehrig's and other neurological diseases. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne.
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BETTY LOU BELLOMY, 80, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Monday, February 1, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, February 5, 2010, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Rev. E.S. Harper. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. She was born March 30, 1929, a daughter of the late Oakey H. Smith and Nellie A. Johnson Smith. She retired from Kerr Glass in Huntington. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Bellomy, sister and brother-in-law Virginia L. and Bill Boggess; sister-in-law Jean Smith; brothers-in-law Emory Fox and Eugene Bellomy; mother-in-law Lillian Bellomy Davis. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Lisa and Glenn White of Huntington, and Crystal Bellomy of Huntington; one son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Jennifer Bellomy of Barboursville; two sisters, Jeanette Muth of Huntington and June Fox Hinchman of Barboursville; two brothers, Lowell H. and Lucy Smith of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and Edward E. Smith of West Hamlin, W.Va.; four grandchildren, Matthew and Katrina White, Allison White, Melinda Peterman and Nicholas Peterman; two great-grandchildren, Matti and Cash White; two special nieces, Beverly Eden and Rene Burton; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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DAVID NAPIER, 33, of Genoa, W.Va., died Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, February 7, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Elder Roger Maynard and Brother Clifford Napier. Burial will follow at John Napier Cemetery. He was born April 24, 1976, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of Golden and Katherine Holt Napier of Genoa. David was a tile setter out of the Laborer's Local #302 in Huntington. Survivors include his loving wife Rhonda Pelfrey Napier; a daughter, Alyssa Napier at home; a son, Arik Napier at home; six sisters, Gladys Ann Marcum and husband Elmer Lee Marcum Jr. of Fort Gay, W.Va., Ashley Napier, Noel Napier, Lora Napier, Naomi Napier and Nicole Napier and two brothers, Nathan Napier and Golden Napier Jr., all of Genoa; a special friend, Brian "Woody" Woodyard; and a host of aunt, uncles, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va.
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BARBARA SUE FINLEY ADKINS, 60, of West Hamlin, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on February 2, 2010, at home. She was born April 21, 1949, in Milton, W.Va., the daughter of the late Randal and Alpha Markins Finley. She was a homemaker, loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by a son, Everett Adkins Jr., father and mother-in-law Collie and Bessie Adkins, and two brothers-in-law, Denver Adkins and Collie Adkins. She is survived by her husband of 39-years, Everett Adkins; two daughters, Susan Maynard of West Hamlin and Crystal (Jeremy) Adkins of West Hamlin; three grandchildren, Kayla S. Adkins, Everett C. Adkins and Angel D. Adkins; three sisters, Debbie Adkins of Huntington, W.Va., Robin Finley of Salt Rock, W.Va., and Racheal (Greg) Burns of Salt Rock; four brothers and sisters-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, February 5, 2010, at Koontz Funeral Home, Hamlin, W.Va., with Pastor Ron Donahue officiating. Interment will follow at Midkiff Cemetery, Branchland, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 4, 2010, at Koontz Funeral Home.
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MARY JOANN HUGHES, 58, of Silver Lake, Indiana, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 3:30 AM in her Silver Lake, Indiana home. Mary was born November 11, 1951 in Mingo County, West Virginia to Shorty and Susie (Marcum) Stroud. She moved to Silver Lake, Indiana 28 years ago from West Virginia. Then on November 2, 1984, in Silver Lake, she married Carl Hughes. A homemaker, Mary was a member of Full Gospel Pentecostal Church, Silver Lake; she loved to go to church. She also loved her family - especially her grandchildren and her little Chihuahua, Coco. Mary enjoyed gardening, flowers and quilting. Those left with memories to cherish are her husband: Pastor Carl Hughes; 3 sons and daughters-in-law: Blake and Maegan Hughes, Carl E. and Chryl Hughes, all of Silver Lake and Steve and Tina Hughes, Claypool, Indiana; daughter: Ashley Hughes, Warsaw, Indiana; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 4 brothers and sisters-in-law: Harman and Linda Stroud, Jessie and Gusty Stroud, Van and Easter Stroud (all of Breeden, West Virginia) and James and Patty Stroud of Belfry, Kentucky; 4 sisters and brothers-in-law: June and Raybun Williams, Dunlow, West Virginia; Ruth and Walley Miller, Corbin, Kentucky; Martha and Tom Madison, Leesburg, Indiana and Katheryn and Doug Payne of Claypool; and her mother-in-law: Lona Hughes, Silver Lake. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; Shorty and Susie Stroud; two brothers: Paul David Stroud and Willis Stroud; a sister: Eva Hughes and her step mother: Hessie Stroud. A time to gather with friends and family will take place in the Full Gospel Pentecostal Church in Silver Lake from 2 PM, Thursday, February 4, until the time of the service on Friday, February 5. Mary's life will be celebrated beginning at 10 AM Friday, February 5, at the church with Evangelist Darell Peters of Greensburg, Indiana presiding. Burial will follow in Center Cemetery, Silver Lake.
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WILLIAM THOMAS (TOMMY) BUSKIRK, of Grenada, California, died February 3, 2010 in Medford, Oregon. He was the youngest son of Stan Buskirk and Melba Buskirk Harrington born on Patrick Creek, Wayne County July 4, 1940. Tommy enjoyed the mountains and hunting in northern California. He is survived by his sister, Deloris Buskirk Chewning of Brookings, Oregon and by many nieces and nephews.
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DURLAND WORKMAN, age 84, of Hilliard, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2010. Preceded in death by parents H. Bascom and Lucy Workman and daughter Patricia Workman. A long time member of St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church, active in the Mens club, usher for many years, served on the Festival Committee, St. Vincent DePaul Society, OSU Alumni Association, Waverly High School Alumni Association, Hilliard Republican Club, Honorary Constable of Norwich Township, served as Norwich Township Trustee for 35 years and retired from Frank Gates Service Company. He was a Navy Veteran of WWII. Preceded in death by sister Bettie Robbins. Survived by loving wife of 58 years, Margaret; children, Lou Workman, Lisa Workman, Mark Workman, Suzanne (Ed) Lynch, Michael Workman, and Matt (Krista) Workman; 11 grandchildren; and a host of friends. Family will receive friends 5-8 p.m., Monday at the TIDD FUNERAL HOME, 5265 Norwich St., Hilliard, OH 43026. Mass of Christian burial will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday at St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church, 4475 Dublin Rd., Hilliard, OH 43026 with Father Rodric DiPietro Celebrant. Interment Wesley Chapel Cemetery. To send condolences to the family, please visit our website at www.tiddfuneralservice.com
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MARY E. BARTRAM, 94, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, at Heritage Manor. Funeral services will be conducted noon Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Sharp officiating. Interment will follow in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. She was born Sept. 30, 1915, in Albuquerque, N.M., a daughter of the late Laban and Florence Haynie Bartram. Mary was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kenova, where she was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the Saints Alive Choir. Mary was a retired educator, having taught five years at Ceredo-Kenova High School and 30 years at Boyd County High School. Mary was a Kentucky Colonel. She was preceded in death by brothers, Clarence W. and Clyde L. Bartram; and sister, Gladys Bartram Smith. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the staff of Heritage Center for their love and care of Mary, especially Michael Pancake. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Kenova Building Fund, P.O. Box 475 Kenova, WV 25530. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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REV. JOHN YOUNG, 87, of Chesapeake, Ohio, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 5, 2010, in St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born Sept. 12, 1922, in Wayne County, W.Va., son of the late Calvin and Martha (Cyrus) Young. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Roger Lee Young; three brothers, James, Sanford and Alfred Young; one sister, Sara Ellen Young; grandson, Delmas (Sam) Beckelheimer Jr.; and a great-granddaughter, Emily Crabtree. Rev. Young is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Freda Maynard Young; his children, John E. Young of Chesapeake, Ohio, James Young and wife, Brenda of Proctorville, Ohio, Juanita (Sissy) Strait and husband, Ernie of Baltimore, Ohio, Linda Gullett of Carter County, Ky., Regina Gullett and husband, Clint of Ashland, Ky., and Georgian Beckelheimer of Carter County, Ky.; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and one adopted great-granddaughter; and a host of family and friends, including Kandi, who thought a lot of him. He retired from B&O Railroad and was pastor and founder of the Full Gospel Tabernacle Association in Chesapeake, Ohio, since 1962. He became an ordained minister of God on April 18, 1954, and two years prior to this, he was a faithful listener of the Gospel Hour with the evangelist Oliver B. Grune. His number one priority was serving God and then being with family and friends, enjoying life in a good clean Christian way. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service will be conducted 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio, by Pastor Brian Petty and Minister Paul Drake. Burial will follow in Young Family Cemetery, Genoa, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6 to 8:30 on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010, at Hall Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.
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JOYCE GEORGIA BLAKE, 70, of Huntington, passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2010. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010, at Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, with Johnny Harris officiating. Burial will follow in Miller Cemetery, Miller, Ohio. She was born Nov. 19, 1939, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late George and Emily Crank Carter. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Blake Sr.; two sisters, Linda Carter and Creasy Mays; two brothers, Paul and Roy Carter. She is survived by three daughters, Itona Chaney (Lon), Brenda Yuhas (Michael) and Patricia Sellards; three sons, Robert Blake Jr., Steve Blake and Bryan Blake (Cindy); two sisters, Ida Blake and Lyda Yates; four brothers, Homer, Zeri, Calvin and Muss Carter; 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the Heritage Center and Hospice of Huntington for their love and care. Friends may visit from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, at Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville.
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ALMA COLLINS BAISDEN, loving wife, devoted mother and grandmother, and faithful and obedient servant to the Lord Jesus Christ, passed on the be with the Lord early Saturday, morning, February 6, 2010. She is survived by her best friend and husband of 67 years, Woodrow Baisden, and 10 children; Minerva (Albert) Perry of Dunlow, Juanita Baisden of Breeden, Deloris (Andy) Perry of Columbus, OH; Linda (Barry) Hughes of Groveport, OH; Wanda (Charles) Pollinger of Fort Gay; Rita (Keven) King of Galloway, OH; Woodrow Baisden Jr. of Breeden; Shela Baisden of Gahanna, OH; Teresa (Keith) Bare of Columbus; and Odell (Deana) Baisden of Breeden. She is also survived by 20 grandchildren; two brothers, Bennie Stafford of Dingess and Don Stafford of Breeden and one sister, Helen Schaefer of Circleville, OH; and many fiends. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Virginia, sister Madeleine Hall and brothers Kester Collins and Arthur Stafford. Alma was born June 30, 1927 in Breeden. She spent her life in devoted service to her family, her community and God. In addition to being a homemaker, she taught Sunday School for years and opened and operated her own flower shop. She was also a skilled quilt maker and baker. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, February 10 at 1 p.m. at the Lighthouse Community Church with Keith Brumfield officiating. Burial will follow in the Baisden Family Cemetery of Breeden. Visitation will be after 2 p.m. on Tuesday at the Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home.
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WILMA FRANCES ALLEY, 74, of Ceredo, W.Va., went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, February 7, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. A funeral service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 10, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova, W.Va., with Minister Barry Bryson of Manassas, Va., officiating. Burial will occur on Thursday, February 11, 2010, in the Alley/Miller Cemetery, Whites Creek Road, Prichard, W.Va. Minister Joe Pratt will conduct the graveside service. Frances was born April 14, 1935, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Russell Holland and Thelma Reynolds Holland Smith. She was also preceded in death by her youngest son, John Gregory Alley. She was a wonderful wife, mother and homemaker, choosing to dedicate her life to caring for her family. After her children were grown, she graduated from the Huntington School of Beauty Culture as a licensed cosmetologist. She was a faithful member of the Kenova Church of Christ, 1801 Chestnut Street, Kenova, WV. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Joe Alley, whom she married on April 4, 1953; two sons, Steve Alley of Princeton, W.Va., and Mike (Sharon) Alley of Prichard; daughter Lisa (Chris) Hedrick of Prichard; and four grandchildren, Eric and Mollie Alley and Nathan and Samuel Hedrick. She is also survived by sisters Peggy (Charles) Ball and June (Everett) Eastham and brother Bill (Rhonda) Holland. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home. Flowers will be accepted and appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, 3100 Staunton Road, Huntington, WV 25702. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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SAMUEL JAMES CONN, 66, of Huntington, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on February 7, 2010. He was born in Wayne County, W.Va., on September 14, 1943. He is survived by his wife Felicia Helen Bragg Conn; four step-daughters, Alicia Dawn Thornton Cook (Lee), Amelia Diane Thornton Baker (Charlie), Andrea Danielle Thornton (Darius Aldridge), Megan Elizabeth DiGati (Shane Huff); eight grandchildren, Phillip Linne Jr. (Stephanie), Alison Linne, Anna Cook, Courtney Baker, Kaitlyn Baker, Josiah Baker, Alyssa Aldridge, Hunter Huff; three adopted grandchildren, Amy Hively, Nick Chiericozzi, Steven Chiericozzi; one great-grandson, Wesley Stephen Linne. He is also survived by his siblings Golden Ray Conn, Doug Conn, Goble Conn, Granville Conn Jr., Anne Conn Walker, Loretta Conn Hanshaw, Sarah Conn Watts and a host of nieces and nephews. He was a member of Milton Church of God. He was a brick layer by profession. He was preceded in death by his parents, Georgia Zelma Spurlock Conn and Granville Conn. He was loved by all and had many friends. Services will be held 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 10, 2010, at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio by Pastor Ronnie Marcum and Pastor Douglas Bragg. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.
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MRS. NAOMI WARD, 81, of Orange Park, FL, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2010. She was born on March 16, 1928 in Kenova, WV to parents, Edward and Frances Rakes. Mrs. Ward was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. She will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband, James Ward. Survivors include her son, Donald (Vickie) Ward of Middleburg, FL; daughter, Janet Smith of Ohio; sisters, Noni Adkins and Fannie Rakes; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL. (904) 284-4000.

(In a correction from Amy Ward, granddaughter of Naomi, she makes the following additions / corrections: Naomi was also preceded in death by her youngest son, Kenneth and also by the following siblings: Daphney, Emry Eugene, Margaret and Mary E. Naomi had three biological grandchildren, two by her daughter Janet Smith and one by her son Donald Ward. She also had three step-grandchildren through her son Donald and his wife Vickie’s marriage.)
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DAVID K. SCOTT died February 8, 2010, in his home, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born October 23, 1953, in Williamson, Ky., to Clifford Scott and Mae Parsons Scott. Survived by wife Sherry Scott, daughters Jennifer and her husband James Gurkin, Sarah Rose Scott and Danielle Scott; granddaughter Savannah Gurkin; and a large extended family. Known by many as Drywall Dave. Services will be held 6 p.m. Friday, February 12, 2010, at Ashland SDA Church, 4009 Heart St., Ashland. Refreshments following service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the David Scott Fund in care of the SDA Ashland Chruch.
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TERRY JARRELL MAYS, 45, of Lavalette, W.Va., died Monday, February 8, 2010 in Mabscott, W.Va. He was born November 2, 1964, in Huntington, W.Va., to Ted O. Mays and the late Doris L. Ransbottom Mays. Mr. Mays was united in marriage to Charity Ramey Mays, who survives. Other survivors include four children, Stephanie Pruitt and Andrew Pruitt of Lavalette, Elmon Collins of Wayne, W.Va., and Ashley Ortiz of San Antonio, Texas; three brothers Teddy E. Mays of Wayne, Todd Mays of Huntington, and Carl Wilkes and his wife Linda of Lavalette; sister-in-law Joan Wilkes of Kenova, W.Va. Additional survivors include a special uncle, Keith Mays, along with a host of nieces and nephews, all whom he dearly loved. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a brother, Steve Wilkes. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home with Pastor Danny Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery at Wayne. Pallbearers will be Andrew Pruitt, Shane Ramey, Shane Maynard, Todd Mays II, Carl Wilkes II, Dylan Mays, Macky Mays, LeRoy Collins and Justin James. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home. Condolences can be expressed to the family online at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.
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DONALD LEE MEADOWS, 53 of Huntington passed away at his residence on February 8, 2010 after a short illness. He is survived by his girlfriend of 25 years, Louise Bocook; children, Anthony, Jennifer, Scott and Gregory; nieces Sarah, Dorothy and Amy; nephews, Josh and Jeffrey; cousins, Danny and Loretta. He also leaves a host of good friends. Donald was preceded in death by his father, Enoch Meadows, and his mother, Helen Hicks Monday. The family wish to express a special thank you to Hospice of Huntington for their support. There will be no visitation or services at this time. Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home are assisting the family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com
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ARIETTA KIRK, 85, wife of the late William Lee Kirk of East Kermit, died Monday February 8, 2010, at the Martin County Health Care Center in Inez, Kentucky. Mother loved to sing and dance. She is loved very deeply and will truly be missed. Arietta was born March 12, 1924 to the late Ransom and Mae Packo. In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Carol Marcum and brothers, R.S. Packo and Morris Packo. Arietta is survived by six children, Billy Ray and Dixie Marcum of Prichard, Bill "Butch" Kirk and Amanda of Wayne, Jim and Sandra Donnellan of Franklin Furnace, Ohio, John and Patty Barber of Orange Park, Florida, Tommy and Teny Flutz of Haines City, Florida, and Irene Stewart of Winter Haven, Florida; one sister, Juanita Swetnan of Columbus, Ohio; several nieces and nephews; nine grandchildren and great- grandchildren; and a host of relatives, friends and neighbors. The funeral was held Friday, February 12 at 11 a.m. at Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home, Warfield, Ky. Paul Marcum will officiate. The viewing was Thursday, February 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial followed in the Perry Point Cemetery at Jennings Creek. The family would like to thank Martin County Health Care Centerl for all the support, kindness and the great care they gavel our mother, for which, they will always be remembered. We love you Mother! Rest in peace.
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DORIS WEBB, 77, of Louisa passed away Monday, February 8, 2010 at Cornerstone Hospital in Huntington. She was born Jude 26, 1932 in Louisa, a daughter of the late Lloyd George and Tina Webb Jordan. She was a member of the Heavens Messengers Singers, a member of the Eastern Star of Louisa and also a member of the Baker Chapel Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband LD Webb. Survivors include two sons; Michael and Wanda Lee Webb; Terry and Debbie Webb all of Louisa; two daughters, Sharon Webb Stein and Karene Webb Lewis both of Louisa; one sister Mary and John McGurie of Louisa, six granddaughters, Stephanie Web and Randall Music; Shelly Webb, Erica Dawn Webb, Liz Ann Webb, Kyla Nicole and Kelly Click, Brittany and Brandon Kitts; three great grandchildren, Ethan Webb Music, Tanner D. Castle, Emalynn Blake Kitts and two angels on the way. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday Feb 11, 2010 at Young Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Elmo Canterbery and Brother Gordon Crisp officiating. Burial will follow the Jordan-Webb Cemetery in Louisa, Ky. Visitation will be from 4 til 9 p.m. Wednesday at Young Funeral Home.
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GARY LYNN BOWEN, 57, of Lavalette, WV, died Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at St. Mary's Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 pm Sunday, February 14, 2010 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Bowen Family Cemetery. He was born March 21, 1952 in Mingo County, WV, a son of the late Everett and Mary Alice Kirk Bowen. Gary was a heavy equipment operator. Gary dedicated his life to the Lord one year ago. Survivors include his loving wife, Nadine Meade Bowen; two daughters, Renae Jones and husband, Jerry of North Carolina, Samantha Moody of Arkansas; four sons, Ronnie Bowen, Gary "Bub" Bowen, both of Huntington, WV, Dale Bowen of Lavalette, WV, Travis Bowen and wife, Kelli of Kenova, WV; two sisters, Pat Smith and husband, Walter Ray of Dunlow, WV, Teresa Shroyer of Columbus, OH; three brothers, Larry Bowen and wife, Diane of Dunlow, WV, Danny Bowen and wife, Deborah of Kentucky, Mark Bowen and wife, Mary of Florida; five grandchildren, Derrick Bowen and Dustin Bowen, Kayla Moody, Faith Moody and Toni Moody. The family will receive friends from 5 to 9 pm Saturday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne.
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GLENNA JANAVIE SPEARS of Seminole, Florida died Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at the Palm Gardens of Largo Retirement Home in Florida. Visitation will be after 12 p.m. Friday at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home. The procession will leave the funeral home at 1 p.m. for the graveside service at the Hillcrest Cemetery. Minister John Holland and Minister Robert McKeand will officiate. Condolences can be expressed online at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.
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BEULAH SMITH YORK, 86, of Huntington passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born in Louisa, Ky. a daughter of the late Fred and Maggie Walker Smith. She was a housewife. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Taylor Jr. York, one son Paul York and on daughter, Carolyn York. Survivors include ten children; Jerry Parson of Huntington, Joyce Ann Cook of-Huntington, Betty Lou Parsons of West Monroe LA.; Archie Lee Parsons of Louisa, Charles Lee Parsons of Louisa, Fern Louisa Parsons of Morehead, Diane Sue York of Huntington, Richard Taylor York of Fort Gay, Jean Parsons of Fort Gay, and Linda Kay Dodds of Huntington; twenty five grandchildren; Steve Bailey, Michelle Bailey, Donald Stamper, Mellissa Stamper, Archie Parsons, Jimmy Parsons, Pete Parsons, Bo Parsons, Tammy Parsons, Joe Parsons, Danny Parsons, Cookie, Nikki Burgess, Tommy Sorrells, David Pole, Kimberly York, Taylor York, Trevor York, Cody York, Johnny Collins, Rita Collins, Vicky Collins, Sherry Dodds, David Dodds, and Michell Fritz. 28 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday at Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at the Smith Cemetery in Fort Gay. Visitation will be 5 - 9 p.m. at Young Funeral Home Chapel in Louisa.
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JEAN WARD, 88, of Huntington, passed away peacefully at home February 10, 2010. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Rev. Timothy Porter. Burial will follow in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. Jean was born Aug. 24, 1921, in Dingess, W.Va., a daughter of the late Lewis Dingess and the late Kathrine White Dingess Justice. Two brothers, Bill and Jack Dingess, and one sister, Opal Spaulding, also preceded her in death. Surviving are her beloved husband, Ralph V. Ward, whom she married June 24, 1942; two daughters and sons-in-law, Linda Tony (James ) of Ellicott City, Md., Patty Brammell Johns (Dave) of San Antonio, Texas. Jean was also "NeNein" to her grandchildren, Jonathan Tony, Bill (Giovanna) Tony, Andrea Tony, Joshua (Marion) Brammell, Abby Brammell and her husband Stephan Bishop; as well as her great-grandchildren, Justin and Christian Tony, Daisy Bishop; and her future great-grandchild, "Baby" Brammell. Jean was a retired employee of Owens Illinois, a proud member of the WAVES during W.W.II. and life member of the VFW Post 1064 Auxillary, American Legion Post 93 and of the DAV Chapter 2. She was an excellent seamstress. She loved to garden, both flowers and vegetables. Her family always enjoyed her canned tomatoes, green beans, and bread and butter pickles. Her beautiful smile and laughter will be missed by all those who loved her. Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at the Reger Funeral Home. Contributions may be made in memory of Jean to the Huntington City Mission. Military rites will be performed by American Legion Post 93. VFW post 1064, as well as her grandchildren, will serve as pallbearers. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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JOHN T. WARD, 64, formerly of Kenova, W.Va., left this world on February 10, 2010, from Sunset Nursing Center in Coal Grove, Ohio, after a long illness. He was born in Huntington, the son of the late John Nelson Ward and Dorothy Thompson Neal. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Linda McKinney. Surviving him are four children, Kimberly Bass of Harrodsburg, Ky., Jeff Ward of Canon City, Colo., Betsy Panetta of Tracy Calif., and Thomas Ward of Orange, Calif. He also leaves two sisters, Kathy Clark of Scottown, Ohio and Suzanne Templeton of Chesapeake, Ohio, along with five grandchildren. There will be no visitation or services. Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences may be expressed online at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.
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MONZOLA ADKINS, 66, of Huntington, W.Va., passed from earth to her eternal heavenly home on February 10, 2010. She was born February 5, 1944, in Kaishville, W.Va., a daughter of Shirley Frasher Dyer of Huntington and the late Ted Dyer. She married Robert Lee Adkins on March 4, 1960, and would have been married 50 years in 22 more days. She was part owner of Robert L. Adkins and Sons Contractors, Inc., serving the business as Secretary and Treasurer. Her first and foremost love was being a wife, mother and homemaker. She is survived by two sons, Keith E. and wife Robin K. Adkins, and Jeffrey D. and wife Earlene Adkins; four grandchildren, Robert Seth and wife Sarah E. Adkins, Emily Beth Adkins, Kaylin Adkins and Hannah Adkins; one great-grandchild, Grady Cole Adkins "the G-man," all of Huntington; one brother, Dannie Dyer and wife Mary of Prichard. Monzola was instrumental in the development of Green Valley Heights Subdivision and numerous custom built homes throughout the Tri-State area. Monzola loved working in her flower garden, sewing and baking. Above all, she loved being "Mamaw Ona." She was a member of Bowen Ridge Baptist Church. Pallbearers will be Steve Zickefoose, Mike Ashworth, Carl Runyon Jr., Brett Wellman, Jim Chapman, Dr. George McKay, Paul Fields and Ronnie Ellis. The family would like to thank Steve and Jan Zickefoose, Mike and Dee Ashworth, Robert and Dorothy Collins and a very special friend of the family Brenda "Peewee" Chapman, Dr. George McKay and wife Kathy and Dr. Rebecca Wolfer for all their expertise and compassion. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. The Rev. Jesse Lacy and Rev. Eugene Houck will conduct funeral services at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 14, 2010, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville. Burial will follow in Bowen Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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CARL HORN JR., 76, of Louisa, Ky. passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2010. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. at the Young Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Elders Jerry Pack and Michael Horn. Burial followed at the Fitzpatrick Cemetery in Louisa. Carl was born April 14, 1933 in Buffalo Horn, Ky. to the late Carl and Velma Marcum Horn. He was a carpenter and did bridge maintenance for the CSX Railroad. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth "Betty, K." Horn of Louisa; three sisters, Sue Marcum of Fort Gay, Peggy Fitzpatrick, and Gay Nell Horn both of Louisa; two sons, Connard Horn of Inez and Mark Horn of Louisa; five sisters, Edris Cochensparger, Gracie Arleno, Bonnie Dalton, Monnie Hudson and Betsy Coffey; three brothers, Homer Horn David Horn and Evertt Horn; 13 grandchildren and 16 great- grandchildren.
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JACKIE ALBERT DEATON, 49, of Huntington, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at his residence. Graveside services were held Saturday, February 13, at the Sol Perry Cemetery at Dunlow, by Elder Roger Maynard. He was born December 13, 1960 at Norton, VA, a son of the late Wilmore and Ruby Helen Huff Deaton. He was a former sales clerk. Survivors include his sister, Sharon Pilbeam and husband, Wetzel of Dunlow, WV, three brothers, Gary Lee Deaton and wife, Birgit, Billy Gene Deaton, and Joseph Scott Deaton and wife, Elizabeth, all of Ohio, and a special friend, Charley. Morris Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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LEWIS GLENN MILLS, 87, of Wayne, W.Va., died Thursday, February 11, 2010, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, February 15, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Jim Plyburn, Rev. Laddie Smith and Mike Ferguson. Burial will follow at Mills-Vaughan Cemetery. He was born October 24, 1922, in East Lynn, W.Va., a son of the late Lewis and Olive Dickerson Mills. He was a U.S. Navy World War II veteran and a graduate of Marshall College. He was also a member of the Wayne United Methodist Church, the Huntington Lodge #64 IOOF, the VFW Post #8428 and DAV and a former volunteer EMT for the Wayne Fire Department. Lewis Glenn served two terms in the West Virginia Legislature where he and fellow legislators from Wayne and Cabell Counties co-sponsored the bill making Marshall College a University. He was also a former teacher, school principal and was probably best known as the Wayne County Assessor with 24 years of service. Also preceding him in death were four sisters, Mary Bing, Cora Mills, Sarah Queen Marshall and Arbutus Smith; five brothers, infant Appie Mills, Cullie, John, Henry and Truman Mills; and a son-in-law, Tim Massey. Survivors include his devoted wife of 64 years, Erma Ferguson Mills; a son, Ferrell Mills and wife Anita of Wayne; two daughters, Janet Brown and husband Tony of Wayne and Annette Massey of Huntington, W.Va.; five grandchildren, Kent Mills and wife Angie, Heather Bloss and husband Dennis, Amy Reisig and husband Mark, Zack Brown and wife Jessica, Ginny McMillion and husband Danny; 10 great-grandchildren, Cody Mills, presently serving with the U.S. Navy, Austin Mills, Lucas and Kendra Bloss, Derek, Kristin and Cameron Reisig, Jacob and Tanner McMillion and Riley Brown; a brother, Bryan F. Mills and wife Dorothy of Wayne; two brothers-in-law, Laddie B. Smith of Kenova, W.Va., and Sherman Ferguson and wife Wilma of Hartstown, Pa.; and a host of other family and friends. The family wishes to extend special thanks to three excellent healthcare workers, Eva Maynard, Rosa Webb and Shannon Keller, and to Hospice of Huntington. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne.
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At peace now, SHARON KAY ROSS WILLIAMSON, was welcomed home by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, her parents, Edward & Doyle Maynard Ross, and her baby boy on February 11, 2010. She fought a hard battle with Pick's disease but God in his mercy did not allow her to suffer. Sharon was born September 20, 1949 in Wayne, W.Va., lived in Chicago for a while and then resided in W.Va. before calling Jacksonville, Fla. her home for many years. Sharon leaves behind her two children: Denise Sahni and husband Adesh, and their two children, Zachary and Sarah; and Tommy Williamson and his three children, Steven, Logan, and Layton, all of Jacksonville. She also had 5 "bonus" grandbabies from Jenny Vasko of Oregon and a brand new great-granddaughter Zoe Vasko of Ill. Also, she leaves her brothers Gil Ross and his wife Darlene and William Spence, all of Wayne; her two sisters, Linda Smith and husband Curtis of Mt. Juliet, Tenn., and Nola Adkins and husband Larry of Lesage, W.Va.; a host of nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews, whom she called her babies and was always there for from the time they were born. Also surviving are several uncles, aunts, cousins, and special friends, including Creed Adams who, before this horrible disease, was indeed a true friend and companion. She also leaves behind , many friends at Jacksonville Rehabilitation, who made her final year full and happy. Sharon was a giver and a helper. She would do whatever she could for anyone. Her heart was the biggest part of her. Rest in peace our mother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend. You will always be with us and someday we will see you again. A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 14, 2010 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Osburn Family Cemetery, East Lynn, W.Va.
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ROBERT E. HUDNELL JR., 57, of Huntington died Friday, February 12, 2010. He worked at Holiday Inn. Funeral service 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home. Visitation two hours before service Wednesday at the funeral home. www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.
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SHEARL H. "CHUD" PLYMALE, 83, of Kenova, died February 12, 2010. He was born in Ceredo on Oct. 15, 1926, the son of the late James M. and Mabel Smith Plymale. Chud grew up in Ceredo and was a graduate of Ceredo-Kenova High School, and attended Marshall University. He was a World War II Army veteran, where he served in the Philippines and Japan. He was a member of the American Legion Post 93 in Kenova. He served as a 12-year member of the Wayne County Board of Education and was a past president. He was currently serving on the Wayne County Housing Authority. Chud was an avid Marshall fan, who never missed a game. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sallie Hamer Plymale; and sons, Thomas M. Plymale and Robert H. Plymale and his wife Jennifer T. Plymale. He is also survived by grandchildren, Lauren E. Plymale, Allison L. Plymale, Thomas W. Plymale, James J. Plymale and Alexander H. Plymale. He is also survived by a sister, Doris Plymale Hoke; and brother-in-law, Charles of Omaha, Neb.; sister-in-law, Gloria A. Hamer; special nephew, John M. Hamer and wife Paula; and great-niece, Kaitlin Hamer. Other nieces and nephews include Roger Barney and wife Jean, Stewart Hoke, James Hoke and wife Kathy, John Hoke, Mark Hoke, Bill Plymale, Mike Plymale and wife Janet, Gail Chapman and husband Jim, and Vicky Drury and husband Joe. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Ceredo and in lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his memory to the church at P.O. Box 1209, Ceredo, WV 25507. Visitation will be held Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Reger Funeral Home in Huntington. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at the First Congregational Church of Ceredo by Pastor Peter Shultis. "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." John 14: 1-3. Online condolences may be made at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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GENEVIE JEAN BRADSHAW WILSON, 71, of Huntington, passed away Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, at Hospice of Huntington. Private family viewing will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, at Ferrell-Chambers Funeral Home with Pastor Leroy Fulford officiating. She was born April 8, 1938, in Wayne County, a daughter of the late George and Merrell Bradshaw. She is survived by a daughter, Clysta Wilson; two brothers, Virgil Bradshaw and Delbert (Judy) Bradshaw; one sister, Violet Clonche; one granddaughter, Alyssa Jean Wilson. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne.
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HANEY QUEEN CURRY McNIEL, 90, of Johnson City TN, formerly of Wayne County, went home to be with the Lord at home surrounded by her loved ones on February 13, 2010. She was the daughter of Walter and Bertha Napier Queen. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Carol Sue Home, son Ricky Curry, brothers Ray Queen, Charles Queen, Lloyd Queen, James Walter Queen, Billy Queen and Appy Queen. Survivors include her husband Rev. Jim McNiel; sons Julius Ray Curry and Kenneth Curry; Three sisters Cinda Porter, Lois Young and Lucy Farley, all of Ohio; One brother, Frank Queen of Florida; special granddaughter Kim Wise of Fayetteville, NC. She was blessed with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was a wonderful wife, mother and aunt, and will be greatly missed. She belonged to the Cherry Grove Baptist Church. She spent most of her 90 years in the service to and the loving Lord. Funeral services were 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2010.
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PATRICIA ANN LONG, 75 of Huntington, WV passed away Saturday, February 13, 2010 in Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor James Burlile at 11:00 a.m. at the Abbey of Remembrance on Avondale Rd. at Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington; burial will follow. Patty was born January 4, 1935 in Cabell County, WV a daughter of the late Donald Skeens and the late Alice Manis Kloetzke. A sister Billie Jean Watts also preceded her in death. She attended New Remnant Church on 14th street in Huntington. Survivors include her beloved husband Richard E. Long, a niece and her husband, Vickie and Greg Kane of Huntington and one nephew and his wife Michael and Linda Watts of St. Louis, MO as well as a host of great nieces and nephews. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. Tuesday until service time at 11:00 a.m. at the Abbey of Remembrance, Woodmere Memorial Park. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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DORIS IRENE DAMRON of Barboursville, W.Va., passed away Sunday, February 14, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Doris was born April 30, 1934, in Fort Gay, W.Va., a daughter of the late James Garnett and Ethel Booth Tucker. She was a 1953 graduate of Rittman High School in Rittman, Ohio. She was a homemaker. Doris is survived by her husband, Frank Damron; one son, Dale Damron; two daughters, Tammy (Kay) Davis and Karen Damron; seven grandchildren; brothers Forrest, Glen and Tom Tucker; sisters Bertha Gilliam, Joanne Tucker, Rhonda Crisp and Glenna Yurkavage. Her family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2010, with a celebration of her life beginning at 2 p.m. Rollins Funeral Home, 1822 Chestnut Street, Kenova, WV, is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Doris' name may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, 3100 Staunton Road, Huntington, WV 25702. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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MAGGIE W. SPURLOCK, 85, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Sunday, February 14, 2010, at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, by Rev. Jim Plyburn. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne. She was born August 12, 1925, at Wayne, a daughter of the late Floyd Watts Sr., and Sarah Fortner Watts. She was a retired customer service representative for Appalachian Power Company, and was a member of the Wayne United Methodist Church and Wayne Chapter 156 Order of Eastern Star. She was also predeceased by her husband, Paul Spurlock, as well as a sister, Marie Watts; brothers Jay Watts and wife Eloise, Oscar Watts and wife Lola and Floyd Watts, Jr., and her niece's husband Jeffery Holmes. Survivors include a special sister-in-law, Lena Mae Watts of Wayne; her nieces Betty Holmes of Pennsylvania and Sally Ross and husband Hoyt of North Carolina; her nephew Michael Watts and wife Wanda of Wayne; her great-nieces Audra Watts of Barboursville, Christi Eckhert of Pennsylvania and Samantha Ross of North Carolina; her great-nephews, Floyd Michael Watts and wife Laura of Huntington, W.Va., Chad Ross of North Carolina and Scott Holmes of Pennsylvania. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home.
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MS. MINNIE "TINY" PERRY, 75, of Dunlow, W.Va., died Sunday, February 14, 2010, at Three Rivers Medical Center in Louisa, Ky. She was born October 27, 1934, in Kelly's Knob-Wilsondale, W.Va., the daughter of the late Roscoe and Hattie Adkins. There was never a mother who was so giving of herself and sacrificed so much for her children. Tiny was preceded in death by her husband Allen Perry; one daughter, Virginia Hazel Williamson, and one son, Roscoe Larry Williamson; two step-sons Ira "Buck" Williamson and Steve Williamson and four sisters Winona Bradley, Eva Ferguson, Anna Faye Maynard and Ivory Lee Jervis, and one brother Arthur Adkins. Survivors include two sons, Bill Mickle Williamson of Elon, N.C., and Rick Williamson of Chattanooga, Tenn.; and six daughters, Kathie Kay Smith of Kelly's Knob- Wilsondale, W.Va., Mary Jean Chapman of Senoia, Ga., Victory Lee Ramey of Crum, W.Va, Tammy Gillman of Fort Gay, W.Va., Dorothy Ann LeRoy of Harker Heights, Texas, and Glenda "Dianna" Williamson of Huntington, W.Va; three step-sons, David Lark Williamson, Frank Ed Williamson, Arthur Lee Williamson and one step-daughter Brookie Brewer, all of Kelly's Knob-Wilsondale, W.Va; three sisters, Francis Gilbert of Lake City, Fla., Edith Adkins Hale of Clearfield, Ky., and Della Mae Moran of Ocala, Fla.; 18 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 15 step-grandchildren, 30 step- great-grandchildren and 6 step- great- great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2010, at Johnson-Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va., with Pastor Donald Matney officiating. Burial will follow at the William Perry Cemetery, Dunlow, W.Va.
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JANET KAY CONN, 66, of Huntington passed away February 15, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center after an extended illness. She was a homemaker and a member of the American Legion Post #93 Ladies Auxiliary of Kenova, W.Va. She was born the daughter of the late Virgil Ellis Harper and Faye Brown Harper in Van, W.Va. Janet is survived by her long time companion Edward Adkins. She is also survived by five children, Ellen Fay and Sonny Bowles, Donna and Duane Wilson, James McDaniel, David and fiancee Katrina McDaniel, and Cathy Adkins, all of Huntington; seven brothers and sisters, Ruth Hobbs, Zella Patterson, Donita Starkey, Roger Harper, Gene Harper, Jerry Harper and Carmen Scott. Additional survivors include special grandchildren Jennifer Maynard and Isaac Duling, along with six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home with Rev. James VanZandt officiating. Burial will follow in the Adkins Family Cemetery, Prichard, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.
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LEDGES FRY, 15, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Monday, February 15, 2010, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m., Thursday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, February 19, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, by Elder Danny Wooten. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne. Ledge was born February 1, 1995, in Huntington, a son of Willis Lyle Fry Jr., and Loretta Sue Followay Fry. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ray and Ruth Followay, and his paternal grandfather, Willis Lyle Fry. Survivors include a sister, Maggie Fry of Huntington; a brother, Caleb Fry and wife Amber of Burlington, Ohio; his paternal grandmother, Martha Magdalene Fry of South Point, Ohio; his nieces and nephews, Adley, Ella, Elias and Ruth Fry; his uncle Emual and aunt Joyce Adkins, and many more aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Ledge was a rare human being, one who lived almost solely for the love and the company of his family and friends. His short life brought him pains and struggles that most bodies will never consider, and unto his very last moments he was a testament to bravery and devotion. He was, in so many ways, the picture of a perfect strength.
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VIRGIL WILLIAM McCLOUD went home to his Heavenly Father on February 15, 2010, after a long illness. Born June 12, 1949, he was son of the late Virgil and Kathleen Jarrell McCloud. He was also preceded by sisters Mary Kathrine McCloud, Oleta Maynard and Doris Merritte and brother Jessie McCloud. Surviving are his loving wife Janice; children Virgil Newton, Freda Newton, Robert McCloud, Billy McCloud, Samantha McCloud; step-children Vickie, Elizabeth, Sue, Michelle, Buddy, Amanda and Christina; 12 grandchildren, one great-grandson; brothers John McCloud, Randall McCloud, Joe McCloud, Larry McCloud; sisters Edna Jenkins, Evelyn Heson, Rita Harris, Marie Jacobs and Patty Bonecutter; special brothers-in-law, Darrell Harris and Ray Jenkins. He was a veteran of the United States Army, Vietnam, and member of American Legion Post 93, Kenova. The Post Honor Guard will provide military rites at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 21, 2010, at 351 High School Lane, Kenova. He will be remembered by a host of good friends, several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
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RONALD THOMAS "TOM" THACKER, 64, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Monday, February 15, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born June 13, 1945, in Ironton, Ohio, a son of Irene Vaughn Thacker Williamson of Henlawson, W.Va., and the late Sigel Thacker. In addition to his dad, Tom was preceded in death by a son, Ronald Lee Thacker and a sister, Patricia ?Patty? Thacker Kinser. He was a 1963 graduate of Logan High School and prior to retirement was employed by Huntington Chrysler Plymouth, Logan Motor Sales and Logan Auto Parts. He attended church at Logan Church of the Nazarene and Huntington First Church of the Nazarene. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Martha Keyser Thacker; three daughters, Kristina (Rod) Proffitt of Logan, Tamara (Mike Hannah) Thacker and Amy (Dave) McCarty, both of Huntington; six wonderful grandchildren, Brittany Lee Thacker, Hailee Proffitt, Bradlee (Tiffanny) Furrow, Bethany Furrow, Alexis Deskins and Alex McCarty; two brothers, Sidney (Juanita) Thacker and David (Kathie) Thacker; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Audrey and Woodrow Keyser of Henlawson; and numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends. Most importantly, he was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was a famous cook to all of his family and friends. He was loved by everyone who knew him, and will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be conducted 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 20, 2010, at Huntington First Church of the Nazarene with Rev. Danny McSweeney and Dallas Moore officiating. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2010, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington and after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Huntington First Church of the Nazarene. There will also be a visitation from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday at Logan Church of the Nazarene. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Pecks Mill, W.Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.chapmans-mortuary.com.
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KATHRYN FREEMAN HATFIELD, 88, of Kenova, W.Va., died Monday, February 15, 2010, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Kathryn was born July 10, 1921, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Doyle and Josephine Haynie Freeman. She retired from the C-K Library. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jasper H. Hatfield; a sister, Martha Noble; and a brother, Robert Freeman. She is survived by two sons and one daughter-in-law, Ronald H. Hatfield Sr. of Kenova, and David L. Hatfield and Sherri Smith of Huntington, W.Va.; one grandson, Ronald H. Hatfield Jr. of Ona, W.Va.; three great-grandchildren; three nieces and one nephew; and two special friends, Mary Powell and Margaret McLaughlin. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. There will be no visitation. A short love tribute will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, February 18, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home; family and friends are welcome. A committal service will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery with Minister Charles A. Null and Rev. Scott Smith officiating. Condolences may be expressed through donations to Hospice of Huntington or online at www.rollinsfh.com.
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POLLY JOAN MAYNARD MULLINS, 93, of Kenova, W.Va., went to be with her Lord, on Wednesday, February 17, 2010. Polly was born May 12, 1916, in Wilsondale, W.Va., a daughter of the late Walter and Hattie Elkins Maynard. She was a school teacher and retired from the Wayne County Board of Education. Polly graduated from Ceredo Kenova High School and Marshall College. She was a member of the West Virginia Retired Teachers Association. Polly was a member of Kenova United Methodist Church and attended the Loyal Bible Class, and sang in the Golden Chords Choir and quilted with the Busy Fingers Quilting group. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence D. Mullins; four sisters, Bessie Clark, Shirley Staley, Letty Quate and Virginia LeMaster. She is survived by her daughter Linda C. Coffee of Chesapeake, Ohio; one step-son, Clarence Mullins Jr. and his wife Beverly of Osage City, Kan.; one granddaughter, Kathy Lynn Bradach and her husband Steve of Biwabik, Minn.; one grandson, John A. Coffee of Chesapeake, Ohio; three great-granddaughters, Tessa, Hannah and Amy; two great-grandsons, Josh and Jason; one great- great-granddaughter, Hannah; one sister, Rebecca Breeding of Lavalette, W.Va.; a special great- great-niece Ginger; her special friends Posey Langley and Kenny Adkins; and other family and friends. The family would like to express a special thanks to the nurses and staff of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House and Polly's caregivers Tonya, Janice and others, and to her two nieces, Jan Sullivan and Patti Greenhill for their undying love and support. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 20, 2010, at Kenova United Methodist Church with Rev. Lindsay Thorp officiating. Burial will follow at Dock's Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. Flowers will be accepted and appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to Kenova United Methodist Church Building Fund, 503 15th St., Kenova, WV 25530. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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INFANT ALEXIS JANE MAYNARD, daughter of James and Belinda Dean Maynard, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 pm Monday, February 22, 2010 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Pastor Otis Bowens. Burial will follow at Smith Family Cemetery. Her grandmother, Tamela Workman preceded her in death, along with her great grandparents, Ruben and Nellie Dean, and Bessie Perry. Additional survivors include her biological father, Christopher Bowen; grandparents, John and Sue Browning of Wayne, WV, Randy Maynard of East Lynn, WV, Trish and Tommy Trent of Crown City, OH; her aunt, Michelle Vanderhurk of Alabama; and uncle, Matt Dean and fiancé, Brittany Stewart of Wayne, WV; a very special friend and "grandmother," Molly Music; and a host of great aunts, great uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time at Morris Funeral Home.
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THELMA LEE SALYERS BEAN, 84, of Prichard, W.Va., died Thursday, February 18, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Thelma was born February 21, 1925, in Kenova, W.Va., a daughter of the late John and Georgia Powers Salyers. She retired from American National Rubber Corporation where she had worked as a lead foreman. In addition to her parents, Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Bean and 10 brothers and sisters. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Ray and Nancy Bean of Huntington; one grandchild, Sunny Bean of Teays Valley, W.Va.; two sisters, Minnie Neidech of Rockville, Mass., and Gladys Smith of Prichard, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Wayne County Hospice and the staff of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 20, 2010, at the England Hill Baptist Church, of which she was a member, with Pastor Willie May officiating. Burial will follow in the Bean Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday at the church. Flowers will be accepted and appreciated or memorial donations may be made in her name to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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CARRIE JEAN BRUMFIELD, 75, of Huntington, died Thursday, February 18, 2010, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born Feb. 23, 1934, in Huntington, to the late John Oscar and Virginia (Goodwin) Collins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond "Rod" Brumfield. Mrs. Brumfield worked for the American National Rubber Plant in Ceredo for many years. She is survived by two sons, Charles and Kathy Caperton of Huntington, Chester and Barb Caperton of Kenova; and a daughter, Cathy and Mike Jordan of Huntington. Additional survivors include seven grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Chapel with Pastor Charles Spears officiating. Burial will follow in the Docks Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Reger Funeral Home.
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ERMA RAMEY FINLEY, 86, of Wayne, West Virginia, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 20, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, by Elder Leo Maynard, Brother Buster Maynard and Brother Bruce Finley. Burial will follow at the Finley Cemetery on Blue Lick. She was born May 17, 1923, at Stiltner, W.Va., a daughter of the late Isaac and Elizabeth "Lizzie" Spence Ramey. Erma was a former employee of Polan Industries and was a member of the Philadelphia United Baptist Church. Her husband, Norman Finley, a brother, Ulysses Grant Ramey, and three sisters, Almeda Maynard, Irene Cyrus and Madeline Keister, also preceded her in death. Survivors include her daughter, Mary Parsons and husband Don of Wayne; her son, Norman Michael Finley and wife Lauri of Cincinnati, Ohio; a sister, Lois Clark of Jackson, Ohio; a granddaughter, Nerissa Smith and husband Billy of Wayne; two great-grandchildren, Finley and Liam Smith; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff of Grayson Assisted Living and to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Those who wish may make memorial donations to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Morris Funeral Home.
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GRACE ELIZABETH BIAS, 82, formerly of Lavalette, W.Va., widow of Harold Bias, passed away Thursday February 18, 2010, at a personal care home in Greenbottom, W.Va. She was born October 27, 1927, in Athalia, Ohio, a daughter of the late Roy Hector and Helen Margaret Singer Burcham. Two brothers also preceded her in death. Grace was an avid bowler, loved to crochet and knit, loved her dogs, was a former member of #89 OES Guyandotte, and had formerly attended the Faith Baptist Church. She had retired from Mildred Mitchell Batemen Hospital as an LPN, having started in 1977 when it was known as the Huntington State Hospital. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Steven H. and Barbara Bias of Barboursville, W.Va., and Bruce W. and Anita "June" Bias of Huntington; a brother, Bernard Burcham of Point Pleasant, W.Va.; and a grandson, Luke Austin Bias of Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted 2:30 p.m. Sunday, February 21, 2010, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Jeff Sizemore officiating. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. Friends may call after 1 p.m. Sunday at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington. Condolences can be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com.
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DEBORAH HENSLEY, 56, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Friday, February 19, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Brother John Workman. Burial will follow at the Manns Knob Cemetery. She was born Jan. 15, 1954, a daughter of the late Harden and Violet Gay Manns Workman. Deborah was a trainee manager for GC Services and was a member of the Friendly United Baptist Church. She is survived by her sons, Ralph James Hensley Jr. and wife Cynthia Renee, and Randy Joe Hensley, all of Barboursville, W.Va.; her sister, Eva Patton and husband, Bob of Columbus, Ohio; her brothers, John Workman and wife, Aline of Chapmanville, W.Va., Pleaze Workman and wife Dixie, and Cothea Workman and wife Sherri, all of Huntington, W.Va.; two grandchildren, Ralph James Hensley III and Isabella Violet Hensley. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the Heritage Center Staff, Hospice of Huntington and especially to "Mommy" Maxine Meadows. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Morris Funeral Home.
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CATHY J. JORDAN, 56, of Huntington, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2010, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Charlie Spears. Burial will follow in Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova, W.Va. She was born Dec. 14, 1953, in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of the late Charles Caperton and Carrie Collins Brumfield. She was a homemaker and a certified welder. Cathy enjoyed coaching girls Buddy League basketball. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sheila Saunders. Survivors include her husband, Michael Jordan; five children, Tammy LeGrand, Charlie Bocook, J.R. Lett, Michael Ray Jordan II and Courtney Renee Jordan. She was also "Mamaw Ray" to 16 grandchildren, including Nikkia Adkins, Owen Saunders and Tia Adkins, whom she helped raise; two great-grandchildren and two brothers. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Reger Funeral Home. Contributions in Cathy's memory may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Online condolence may be made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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DONNA LEMASTER NAPIER, 70, of Lakin, W.Va., formerly of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Saturday, February 20, 2010. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Memorial Park. She was born September 20, 1939, in Huntington, a daughter of the late John Napier and Sylvia Terry Napier New. She is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Saturni of Rockville, Md.; son John Richard Hamilton of Argyle, Texas; two sisters, Jewell Romine of Huntington and Jeanie Roberts of Pennsylvania; four grandchildren. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville.
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MARY LAKIN MICHAEL, 88, of South Point, Ohio, died February 20, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband James E. Michael. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, February 26, 2010, at Schneider-Griffin Funeral Home with Pastors Jerry Greenslait and Clyde Carter officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Gardens, South Point. Mary was born November 24, 1921, in Huntington, W.Va. She was the daughter of Claude and Garnet Rayburn Lakin. She was a member of the South Point Christian Church and the Marcum Chapter 61 Ceredo, W.Va., Order of the Eastern Star. James and Mary were owners of Michael Grocery Store at Prichard, W.Va., for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents and foster parents Roy and Blanche Wellman; three brothers, Forrest, Charles R. and Glendal Lakin. Surviving is a daughter, Carol Masterson and son-in-law Art Masterson of Lake Worth, Fla.; son Greg Michael and daughter-in-law Janina Michael of Huntington, W.Va.; three grandchildren, Angela Lester, Suzanne Masterson and Vincent Masterson all of Lake Worth, Fla.; two great-grandchildren, Barrett Lilly and Beck Lester; one brother, James Lakin of Titusville, Fla.; four special cousins, Sam Wellman, Nell Spears, Nancy Workman and Pauline Gilkerson. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Schneider-Griffin Funeral Home, Chesapeake, Ohio. Condolences may be expressed at www.schneidergriffin.com.
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Rev. JAMES WILLIAM COLLINS, 82, of Huntington, W.Va. passed away Sunday, February 21, 2010, in Huntington Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born May 19, 1927, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of the late Albert and Wyona Collins. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Napier Collins on September 6, 2009, and a brother, Ernest Collins. James was an evangelist. Survivors include his sister Geneva Howard of Proctorville, Ohio; a daughter; and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Rev. Truman Maynard officiating. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville, W.Va. Friends may call after 1 p.m. Wednesday at Chapman's Mortuary.
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WANDA JUNE WARD FRANKLIN, 78, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Sunday, February 21, 2010, at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Stephens officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery. She was born July 8, 1931, in Kenova, W.Va., daughter of the late Frank Eugene and Mabel Virginia Ward. Wanda was a retired school teacher, having taught in the Wayne County School System and she was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kenova. She is survived by two daughters, Beth Ann Willis of Coal Grove, Ohio, and Christy L. Franklin of Huntington, W.Va.; one brother, Carl K. Ward of Kenova; three grandchildren, Meredith Ashlee Willis, Corey K. Willis and Seth A. Willis; a very special aunt, Clara Thompson Ward; a special cousin, Carol E. Sutfin; and a close special friend, Leola D. Frazier. Flowers will be appreciated or donations may be made to the Good Samaritan Center, 1523 Chestnut St., Kenova, WV 25530, or Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Friends may call from noon until 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, at the funeral home. Rollins Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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RAYNA ROWE CHAPMAN, 37, of Wayne, WV, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2010 at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 28, 2010 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV by Elder Johnson Queen. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery at Wayne. She was born July 13, 1972 in Wyoming County, West Virginia, a daughter of Robert Rowe of East Lynn, WV and the late Terry Cook Rowe. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Shawn Chapman; a daughter, Bleau Newsome, at home; a son,, Conner Graham, at home; a sister, Whitney Rowe Wayne; and two brothers, Robbie Rowe of Virginia and Tracy Rowe of Wayne. Friends may call from noon until service time Sunday at Morris Funeral Home.
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JERRY ERVIN SPAULDING, JR., 18 of Kermit, formerly of Fort Gay passed away Sunday, February 21, 2010, at Three Rivers Medical Center in Louisa. Jerry was the loving father of Brooklyn and Addison, loving son, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. Born October 2, 1991 in Huntington, he was the son of Jerry and Roberta Pack Spaulding of Kermit. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Della Pack and Ervin Spaulding. In addition to his parents, he is survived by daughters Brooklyn and Addison, fiancee Jessica Thompson of Kermit, grandmother, Grethel Conn of Crum; step-grandfather Bob Richardson of Ohio, brother Benjamin Maynard of Fort Gay, sister Brittany Maynard Murphy of Stepptown and Betsy Maynard of Kermit, special aunt BB Brenda Jude, nephews Bryson and Peyton Muncy and; a host of loving cousins. Jerry was known by many and all, Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb 24, 2010 at New Life Outreach Church in Fort Gay. Rev. Ken Allen will officiate. Burial will follow in the Spaulding Cemetery at Jennies Creek. Arrangements are under the direction of Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home.
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GRACE WILSON, 77, of Genoa, W.Va., went to be with the Lord Tuesday, February 23, 2010. She was born August 4, 1932 in Wayne County, a daughter of the late Albert and Sadie Artrip Webb. Four brothers, Warnie Webb, Glenn Webb, Vernie Webb, and Luther Webb also preceded her in death, along with five sisters, Lizzie Clark, Rachel Whitten, Rhoda Clark, Marie Wooten, and Ethel Watts. Grace was a homemaker and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Ross Wilson; three sons, Robert Wilson and wife Melba, Don Wilson and wife Edna, and Billy Wilson and wife Darlene, all of Genoa; four grandchildren, Sherry Eaves and husband Jeff of Genoa, Kelly Wilson of Genoa, Brian Wilson and wife Erin of Ft. Gay, W.Va., and Billy Wilson II and wife Elisha of Genoa; five great grandchildren, Bret Eaves and Ciana Eaves, both of Genoa, Melany Wilson and Gabriel Wilson, both of Ft. Gay, and Billy Wilson III of Genoa, and one additional great grandchild on the way. Also surviving is one brother, Lindsey Webb of Oak Hill, Ohio; one sister, Frances Tabor of Wayne, W.Va.; and a host of additional family, friends, and neighbors, too numerous to mention. Funeral services were conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, February 27, 2010 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Wilson Cemetery, Mill Creek Road.
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CHARLES CRISS NAPIER was an ex-POW of the Korean Conflict for 37 months. Charles is survived by his wife of 56 years Mary Ann Napier; two children, Deborah Steele and her husband Walter Steele and Chuck Napier, both of Huntington. He had five grandchildren, Carrie VanZandt of Huntington, Terri Croweder of Huntington, Casey Steele of Huntington, Chasity Johnson of Kentucky and Shawnell Napier of Huntington. He had four great-grandchildren. Charles is also survived by three brothers Don Napier, Bob Napier and Elmer Napier and three sisters, Paulette Ross, Catherine Sue Epling and Nannie Mae Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nathan Napier and Nannie Napier; two sisters, Helen Etta and Audrey and two brothers Frank Napier and Nathan Napier Jr. Charles is a member of the Philadelphia United Baptist Church of Lavalette. He was loved by family, friends and many former ex-POW's named the "Tiger Survivors." Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 25, 2010, at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Brother Glen Kiah Williamson. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, Huntington. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Reger Funeral Home.
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ETHEL HOLLAND ROSS ADKINS, 86, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Ethel was born July 27, 1923, to the late William Holland and Elva Abrams Holland Adkins and was the step-daughter of the late Ronzel Adkins. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband Charles T. Ross and second husband Arton Adkins. She was a lifelong resident of Wayne County and had special pride for the town of Ceredo and love for her neighbors. She retired from the Wayne County Board of Education where she was employed as a cook for Kenova Elementary School. Ethel, being the oldest of six children, is also preceded in death by her brothers William "Bud" Holland, Jack and Sherman Holland, two sisters, Tokie Pridemore Adkins and Wanda L. Skeens. She is survived by two daughters Patricia (Jennings) Lester and Dinah (Dale) Ledbetter, both of Ceredo; one step-daughter, Linda (Ed) Hyman of Aurora, Colo.; three grandchildren, Angela (Tat) Tang of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, John (Crissy) Lester of Huntington, and Nicole (Jimmy) Parker of Ceredo; two step-grandchildren, Dave (Jenny) Collins, Stephanie (Mitch) Foster, both from Aurora, Colo.; five great-grandchildren, Tanner and Sydney Lester of Huntington, Jake and Joey Tang of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Alexandria Dayle Parker of Ceredo who was her special helper that always made her smile; three step- great-grandchildren, Clayton Collins, Keili and Kelsey Foster; three special sister-in-laws, Hester Clark, Rebecca and Prissie Holland; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Special thanks to cousin and caregiver Betty Stewart and son-in-law Dale Ledbetter whom she loved for both his patience and the love he shared with her over the years. Ethel was a faithful member of the Ceredo Church of Christ (Romans 16:16). Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Ceredo Church of Christ with Minister David Roach officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Kenova, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.
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ALENE AMONETT DEAN, 85, of Kenova, W.Va., died Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center. Alene was born September 6, 1924, in Pickett County, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Arkley Brumlo Amonett and Ora Winningham Amonett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dock Dean Jr.; a son, David "Pete" Dean; a daughter, Barbara Ann Rayburn; and a brother, Bethel Earl Amonett. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Michael Little of Ceredo, W.Va.; daughter-in-law Nell Ann Dean of Port Richey, Fla., and five grandchildren, Davona Dean (Michael) Gildea of Springfield, Pa., M. Bryan (Sara) Little of Jackson, Mich., Scott (Kimberly) Rayburn of Kansas City, Kan., Melissa Rayburn (Joe) Hunt of Delbarton, W.Va., and Gary David (Andrea) Dean of Aston, Pa.; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Juanita (John) Brown of Ceredo and Emma Jean (Gene) Black of Huntington; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. with Dr. James Harless officiating and Rev. Cline McCallister assisting. Burial will follow at Dock's Creek Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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JIMMY PRINCE DROWN, 82, died peacefully on February 24, 2010 at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Lena Rachel Osburn Drown; daughters Pamela Cockerham, Peggy Younger, Patricia Steitz; grandchildren Tara Roberts, Annemarie Younger, Ashley Steitz and Travis Steitz; great-grandchildren Jacob Cockerham and Harrison Roberts. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 2010, at Ponte Vedra Valley, 4750 Palm Valley Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to Potter Children's Home and Family Ministries, 2350 Nashville Rd, Bowling Green, KY 42101, (270) 843-3038 or Manassas Church of Christ, 8110 Signal Hill Rd, Manassas, VA 20111, (703) 368-2622. Please sign the online guestbook at www.pontevedravalley.com.
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WILMA BLANKENSHIP, 73, of Lavalette, WV, went running through Heaven on Thursday, February 25, 2010 at her residence. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, March 1, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne by Brother Amos Simmons and Brother Ray Williamson. Burial followed at the Bartram Cemetery near Fort Gay, WV. She was born August 2, 1936 in Wayne County, a daughter of the late Ralph and Pauline Dean Lester, and step-daughter to the late Glady Lester. A brother, Ralph Curtis Lester, a step-brother, Joe Lester, a daughter, Mary Elizabeth and a son-in-law, Bo Brooks, also preceded her in death. Survivors include her loving husband of 53 years, James Blankenship; a son, Jimmy Blankenship and wife, Barb of Kenova, WV; daughters Brenda Smith and husband, Don, and Nancy Nutter and husband, Robert, all of Huntington, WV, Gloria Ferguson and Rita Tanis and husband, Tom, all of Lavalette, WV, and Sharon Brooks of Kenova, WV; a brother, Brent Lester of Wayne, WV. She was the grandmother of nine and the great-grandmother of three. Wilma retired from Foodland in Lavalette, but worked for years at Tri-State Casket Company and Garden Gate Nursery. Our family wishes to express sincere thanks to Hospice of Huntington and to all of the nurses in ICU, the 3rd floor and 4th floor of St. Mary's Medical Center for the wonderful care and love they gave our precious Mom.
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LEWIS NELSON, 83, of Huntington, W.Va., died Friday, Feb. 26, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center. Lewis was born Jan. 7, 1927, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of the late Andrew and Clercie Queen Nelson. Lewis retired from Owens Illinois and he was also a farmer. He was a member of Prichard United Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served during World War II. In addition to his parents, Lewis was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Marcum Nelson; sisters, Ida Carroll, Cora Walters, Rinda Craigo, Arvilla Robertson and Northa Walters; and brothers, Steve Nelson and Richard Nelson. He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Lewis Jr. (Virginia) Nelson of Huntington; three grandsons, Darron (Kathy) Nelson, Brad Nelson and Evan Nelson; one great-granddaughter, Riley Nelson; one brother, Burman (Mary) Nelson of Huntington; a host of loving nieces and nephews; and special caregivers, Aldena Osburn, Kathy Cyrus and Judy Albrect. The family will receive friends at noon on Monday, March 1, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova, W.Va., followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. with Elders Dolphus Perry, Warren Meeks and Howard Maynard officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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LAWRENCE W. JONAS, 93, of Kenova, W.Va., died Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, W.Va. Lawrence was born November 15, 1916, in Wilsondale, W.Va., a son of the late Walter W. and Rhoda Browning Jonas. He was a U.S. Army decorated war veteran of World War II, and was a member of American Legion Post #93 Kenova, whose members will conduct graveside rites, and Teamsters Local 505. Lawrence retired from the Keebler Company. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elizza J. Ferguson Jonas, and 11 brothers and sisters. Lawrence is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Ida Louise and Roy York of Hurricane, W.Va., Rhoda Ann and Jim Hale of Knoxville, W.Va., and Peggy and Don Osburn of Kenova; one son, Lawrence E. Jonas of Kenova; one sister, Lutisha Frank of Sebring, Fla.; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. Funeral services will be conducted 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at Kenova United Methodist Church, of which he was a member, with Rev. Lindsay Thorp officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. Mr. Jonas will be taken to the church one hour before the service. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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In loving memory of our beloved mother, ILLA FERDINA PIERCE, of Wayne, W.Va., who went to be with the Lord Saturday, February 27, 2010. She was born March 22, 1933 in Summers County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Harry and Ida Foxx. Her husband, Clarence Pierce also preceded her in death, along with six brothers and four sisters. Illa was a good Christian and loved the Lord. Survivors include her children, Brenda Jordan, Cindy Pierce and her fiancé Phillip Adkins who is also a special friend of the family, Bill Pierce and his wife Teresa, and Willard Pierce and his wife Laura; 14 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; two-brothers; and two sisters. The family would like to thank home health tech, Cleo Osbourn for all the care and love she gave Illa, and also Hospice of Wayne, Hospice House of Huntington, and all the staff members for the care and support they gave. Funeral services will be conducted 12 noon Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Otis Bowen officiating. Burial will follow in the Vaughan Cemetery.

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