Obituaries courtesy The Wayne County News and The Huntington Herald Dispatch and other sources.

These obituaries for the month of  December were compiled by Howard Osburn.

CHARLES WALTER "BUCK" PRESTON, 74, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2010, at Cabell-Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 4, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Brother Wilmer Napier, Brother Robert Wilson and Brother Buster Maynard. Burial will follow at the Preston Cemetery at Dunlow, W.Va. He was born November 7, 1936 at Dunlow, a son of the late Henry and Zella Gillispie Preston. Buck was a retired construction worker and member of Laborers' Local 543 and the W.Va. Department of Highways at Wayne. He was a member of the Rush Branch Church and a member of Vinson Lodge No. 66 at Fort Gay, W.Va., whose members will conduct graveside rites. Two brothers-in-law, Nathan Queen and Luther Lovins, also preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Betty Dingess Preston; a son, Charles "Ronnie" Preston and wife, Betty, of Wayne, W.Va.; a step-son, Bryan Maynard and wife, Bonnie, of Lavalette, W.Va.; a granddaughter, Lori Staley and husband, Aaron; a step-grandson, Jacob Tyler Maynard; a great-grandson, Eli Staley; three sisters, Margie Lovins of Georgia, Ann Queen and Barbara Carroll and husband, Selvin, of Wayne, W.Va.; five nieces, Diane Steele, Cindy Smith, Melanie Maynard, Linda Napier and Susan Bowman; and a nephew, Randy Queen. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Morris Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Aaron Staley, Bryan Maynard, Jacob Maynard, Oscar Napier, Randy Queen and Selvin Carroll.
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ELEANOR HOLLAND ROSS, 82, of Lavalette, formerly of Kenova, beloved wife and loving mother, passed away peacefully to her eternal home on Thursday, December 2, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. She was born January 5, 1928 in Wayne Co., a daughter of the late Mack and Marie Kelly Holland. Eleanor leaves behind her loving husband of 62 years, Taylor Ross; four daughters and sons-in-law, Joyce (Walter) Ekers, Neacie (Harry) Marks, Debbie (Nelson) Roller and Connie (Tony) Poston; three grandsons, who she adored, Christopher and his wife, Kaitlin, Brandon and T. J.; one special granddaughter, Krystal (Jeremy) Barker; one great-granddaughter, Kyleah Poston; and two brothers, Butch and Dean Holland. Eleanor was a member of the 20th Street Baptist Church in Kenova. She was also preceded in death by sisters, Genevieve, Deloris and Betty, and two brothers, Howard and Glen Holland. The family would like to thank a special neighbor, Mary Johnson and Latricia Wooten, who was like Eleanor's other daughter; and a special friend, Juanita Ferguson. Mom we love you and will miss you, but we know we will see you again. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday, December 6, 2010, at which time the funeral will begin at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Burial will follow in Dock's Creek Cemetery. Online
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MELVA MAE STEELE, 68, of Wayne, W.Va., went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 2, 2010. She was born November 28, 1942 in Logan County, a daughter of the late John and Matilda Lambert. Her husband, Emery Steele also preceded her in death along ith one daughter, Linda Sue Steele, and three sons, Emery Steele, Jr., Larry Joe Steele, and an infant son. Melva dearly loved Gethsemane United Baptist Church where she attended when able. Survivors include four daughters, Ruby Adkins and husband Toby of Prichard, W.Va., Anita Suzette Willis and husband Christopher of Lakeland, Fla., Frances Davis and husband Jay of Branchland, W.Va., and Kathleen Witt of Wayne; one son, Frank Edward Steele and wife. Francis of Wayne; one sister Clarissa Clark and husband Earnest of Mulberry, Fla.; 12 grandchildren: Krystal Adkins, Kimberly Martin and husband Dennis, Jessica Rose DeMaris, Justin DeMaris, Michael DeMaris, Samantha DeMaris, Frank Steele, Wesley Davis, Cassie Davis, James Witt, Jason Witt, and Russell Witt; eight great grandchildren; and several loving nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors, whom she loved dearly Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Sunday, December 5, 2010 at Gethsemane United Baptist Church, Barboursville, W.Va. with Rev. Danny Dailey, Rev. Jonah Adkins, and Rev. Zach Bills officiating. Burial will follow in the Skeens Cemetery, East Lynn, with grandsons and sons-in-law serving as pallbearers. Friends may call after 6 p.m. at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne.
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BETTY JANE McCONNELL JORDAN, 91, of Kenova, W.Va., devoted wife and mother, died Thursday, December 2, 2010, at Community Hospice in Ashland, Ky. She was born January 28, 1919 in Cabell Co., a daughter of the late Max and Mabel Radar McConnell. Betty was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kenova where she was a former Sunday school teacher. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Cortland A. Jordan; one son, Allen C. Jordan and one brother, Charles (Chuck) McConnell. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Marvin R. and Judy Jordan of Ceredo and Steve and Linda Jordan of Kenova; one brother, Bobby Mac McConnell and his wife, Darlene of Kansas City, Mo.; one sister-in-law, Rita McConnell of Covington, Ky.; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and a special friend, Cynthia Hite Stewart. The family will receive friends Monday, December 6, 2010, from 11 a.m. until noon at which time the funeral service will begin at the First Baptist Church of Kenova with Minister Brad Poe officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice organization of your choice. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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EMILEY FAYE WORKMAN STALEY, 77, of Kenova, W.Va., died Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at her home. She was born Dec. 20, 1932, in Wayne County, a daughter of the late Willard and Mary Brooks Workman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Quin Staley; one sister and one brother. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Linda Kimberlin of Prichard and Floyd and Alice Staley of Santa Monica, Calif.; nine daughters, Lucille (Roger) Parsons of Wayne, Mary (Howard) Payette of Orville, Ohio, Janet (Jim) Coffee of Summit, Ky., Dorothy (Jim) Smith of Kenova, Betty (Brian) Watts of West Salem, Ohio, Glenda and her fiancé David Blanton of Kenova, Heidy (Michael) Bailey of Kenova, Drema Reynolds of Ceredo and Kay Staley of California; one brother, Tex Workman; three sisters, Ruby Carter, Linda Oldenburg and Betty Harmon; 17 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Ball officiating. Burial will follow in the family cemetery on Blackfork in Wayne County. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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HENRIETTA "NUT" MAYNARD BURKE, 71, of Norwalk, Ohio, died Friday December 3, 2010, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center, Norwalk, Ohio. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, December 6, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Pastor Fred Ferguson. Burial will follow at Greasy Ridge Cemetery. She was born May 1, 1939, in Dunlow, W.Va., a daughter of the late Archie and Hercie Maynard. Henrietta was a homemaker. Her mother-in-law, Malinda Burke also preceded her in death, along with her father-in-law, Elliott Burke. Survivors include her loving husband of 52 years, Richard Burke; a son, Richard A. Burke and wife, Anita, of Norwalk, Ohio; three grandchildren, Nicole Pratt (Chaz) of Sheffield Lake, Ohio, Christopher Pratt of Norwalk, Ohio, Samantha Pratt (Jeff) of New London, Ohio; four sisters, Sherrie Pack and husband, Lewis C., Erie Milam, all of Wayne, W.Va., Karen Maynard of Cleveland, Ohio, Cheryl Maynard of Prichard, W.Va.; two step-sisters, Doris Copley and husband, Lafe, of Seville, Ohio, Francis Ranspand and husband, Larry, of Nashville, Tenn.; two step-brothers, Alpha Gene Perry of Seville, Ohio, Clarence Ray Perry and wife, Mary, of Cleveland, Ohio; a sister-in-law, Mary Ann Hamilton of West Augusta, Va.; and several other nieces, nephews, family and friends including a special caregiver, Betty Hoover. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9
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BENNIE LEMASTER, 59, of Kenova, W.Va., died Saturday, December 4, 2010, at his home. He was born January 26, 1951, in Louisa, Ky., a son of the late  Herbert and Ruth Craycraft LeMaster. He had been employed as a deck hand for Merdie Boggs. He attended the Park Circle Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one baby sister, Little Ruth LeMaster and one brother, Charles LeMaster. He is survived by his wife, Karen Holland LeMaster; one son, Danny LeMaster of Lincoln, Ill.; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Jack LeMaster of Ceredo, W.Va., and Herbert and Chevelle LeMaster of Elliot Co., Kentucky; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Myrtle and Elgin Ward of Ceredo, Stella and Herbert Hundley of Wayne, W.Va., Janice and Larry Garrett of Portsmouth, Va., and Martha and Ray Fannin of Martha, Ky.; a special nephew, Bobby Pelfrey, several other nieces and nephews; and his loyal dogs, Maya, Dottie and Maggie. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at Park Circle Freewill Baptist Church, 816 13th St., Kenova. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at the church, with Rev. Thomas H. Terry and Rev. Randy Jeffers officiating. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com
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ELENA CHAFIN, 91, formerly of Huntington, W.Va., died Dec. 5, 2010 in Killeen, Texas. She was born on Nov. 25, 1919 to Roosevelt and Essie Marcum at Low Gap, W.Va. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Arlen Troy Chafin; daughter, Janet Arlene; brothers, Edward and Romey Marcum. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Elinor Pinson and husband, Mike; two sons, Arlen Barry Chafin and Gary David Chafin and wife, Cheryl; grandchildren, Susan, Marcia, Laura, Thomas and Melissa; great-grandchildren, J.W., Maggie, Carter, Rachel and Alexander. A graveside service at Woodmere Memorial Cemetery will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, by the Rev. Bob Thomas, retired minister of Trinity Episcopal Church.
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Services for ELENA CHAFIN, 91, of Killeen, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home Chapel in Killeen with the Rev. Skip Blancett officiating. Mrs. Chafin died Dec. 5, 2010, in a local hospital. She was born Nov. 25, 1919, to Roosevelt and Essie Marcum. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arlen Chafin; her parents; and a daughter, Janet. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Pinson and her husband, Mike; two sons, Barry Chafin and David Chafin and his wife, Cheryl; granddaughters, Susan, Marcia and Laura; and great-grandchildren, J.W., Maggie, Carter, Rachel and Alexander. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church building fund in Killeen. Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home in Killeen is in charge of arrangements. Offer condolences online at www.crawfordbowersfuneralhome.com.
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MAXINE ELAINE PERRY, 91, of Genoa, WV, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2010 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, WV. Funeral services were conducted at p.m. Tuesday, December 7; 2010 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, by Minister Jesse Perry. Burial followed at the John Perry Cemetery at Radnor, WV. She was born March 2:2, 1919 at Grey Eagle, WV, a daughter of the la'te Thomas and Ida May Fitzpatrick Williamson. She taught school at Lycan's Ridge Elementary School and was a retired clerk for the U.S. Postal Service and was a member of the Genoa Church of Christ and Eastern Star. An infant son, John Thomas Perry, three sisters, Nell Copley, Carrie Puckett, and Thelma Varner, and two brothers, Earsel Williamson and Okey Williamson, also preceded her in death. Survivors include a daughter,: Mary Sword and husband, Larry of Genoa, WV; three sons, Okey Perry and wife, Christene, and Harry "Butch" Perry and wife, Pam, all of Genoa, WV, and Ed Perry and Barb Trogdon of Wayne, WV; a sister, Ruth Marcum of Kentucky; nine grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren; a special friend, Carroll Osburn and her caregiver, Monica Perry. Friends called from 6-9 p.m. Monday at Morris Funeral Home. Special thanks to the staff of Preferred Home Health Care, Right at Home and Hospice of Huntington.
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NOVAL A. SMITH, 96, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away at his home Monday, December 6, 2010 from complications of surgery. Noval was born in 1914 in Wayne, West Virginia. He earned his Masters in Education from Marshall University and served in the Army Air Corps and the Civilian Conservation Corp before marrying and beginning a long and successful career in public education. He was principal of Crum and Fort Gay High Schools and also taught high school English and economic geography at Wayne High School. In 1957, he and his family moved to Pinellas County, where he taught political science at St. Petersburg Junior College (now St. Pete College) for 25 years, before retiring in 1982. Noval was a voracious reader and continued to learn throughout his life. In addition to his family, he loved nature and trains, and he and his wife tray,eled extensively throughout the U.S. while maintaining a summer residence in the mountains of southern Colorado. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Palmaneda B. Smith, St. Petersburg; son, Noval A. Smith, Jr., and daughter-in-law, Sheryl Smith, of Richmond, Virginia; daughter, Elaine Gibson, of St. Petersburg, Florida; grandson James Noval Smith, and his wife, Kari, of Boston, MA; granddaughter Joy Patton and son-in-law James Patton, of Richmond, and their three children, Nicolas, Thomas and Ginger. A celebration of Noval's life will be held in Wayne, WV at Morris Funeral Home on May 21, 2011, followed by interment at Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Suncoast Hospice, 727-467-7423 or www.thehospice.org.
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ROYAL GENE THACKER, 80, of Pompano Beach, Fla., formerly of Huntington, W.Va., passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2010, at the Holy Cross Hospital, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Rev. Carl Lilly. Burial will follow at Spring Valley Memory Gardens. Military rites will be conducted by Veterans Honor Guard. Gene was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army with 27 years and the recipient of the Bronze Star, having served in the Korean War and two tours of duty in Vietnam. He was the owner and operator of Syndor RTE Distribution. Gene was born on August 27, 1930, in Huntington, the son of the late Thurman and Alma Barnett Thacker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Bradley Gene and Jeffrey Alan Thacker, one brother, Donald G. Thacker and one sister, Geraline Holly. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia Sweeney Thacker, a daughter, Rebecca Thacker, a granddaughter Lindsey Thacker and a great-granddaughter, Kalyn Wood, all of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; three brothers, Johnny D., Paul R. and Dallas K. Thacker, all of Huntington; two sisters, Janice Mynes of Austin Texas and Brenda Thacker of Huntington, W.Va. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to the Lighthouse of Broward Training School for the Blind, 650 North Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 Attn: Barbara. Online condolences may be made at www.timeformemory.com/reger
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RUDOLPH THOMPSON, 73, of Chesapeake, Ohio, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2010, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington, W.Va. He was born October 2, 1937, in Wayne, W.Va., to the late John Wesley and Delcie Jackson Thompson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters and one brother. He is survived by his wife, Frieda Thompson; daughters, Debra (Chuck) McCormick, Drema (Rick) Christian, Joyce (Rich) Robinson; six grandchildren, Deborah, Mark (Johnda) McCormick, Erick Christian, Michelle (Heath) Miller, Bradley Christian and Dustin Robinson; one great-granddaughter, Rylan Miller; one brother, Roy Thompson; one sister, Etta Mae Porter; several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. He was Pastor of Gospel Freewill Baptist Church Chesapeake since 1993. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Sunday, December 12, 2010, at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio, by Pastor Steve Williams and Pastor Mike Hambrick. Burial will follow in Miller Memorial Gardens Miller, Ohio. Visitation will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio. The family wishes to extend a thank you to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.
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CORA ELLEN JOHNSON, 65, of Genoa, WV passed away December 10, 2010 at her residence. Graveside ser4irces were held 11:00 a.m. Sunday, December 12, 2010 at the Johnson Cemetery, Dunlow, WV. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Johnson. Survivors include her caretakers, Tina Marcum and husband Jason and children, Jason Marcum II, Matthew James Marcum, Elijah Jarvey Marcum, Arizetta Rose Marcum; step-mother, Jessie White; sister, Becky Bullock; half-brother, Jerry Sickles and wife Della, and numerous friends and family. There was no visitation. Morris Funeral Home, Wayne is in charge of arrangements.
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ROBERT E. BOLTON, 83, of Kenova, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, December 11, 2010, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2010, at Locust Grove Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Randall Robertson officiating. Gravesite rites will be conducted 4 p.m. Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at Maple Hill Cemetery. Robert was born October 9, 1927, in Forest Hill, W.Va., son of the late James Dean and Lena Blanche Flanagan Bolton. He was a former production supervisor with Novamont and a veteran having served with the U.S. Marines. Robert was a member of the Spring Valley Presbyterian Church; Buena Vista Lodge #60 AF&AM, whose members will conduct graveside rites; Whites Creek Chapter #159 Order of the Eastern Star; 32nd Degree KCCH in Huntington Scottish Rite Bodies; Disabled American Veterans; American Legion Post #93, whose Honor Guard will conduct graveside rites; and Huntington Chapter Marine Corps League. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife Mary Ellen Taylor Bolton and his second wife Joyce Ann Adkins Bolton. Survivors include two sons, Robert Eugene Bolton of La Place, Louisiana, James Fred Bolton of Kenova, and one step-son, Jeffrey Ray Bartram of Huntington, W.Va.; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Marsha Bolton Spangler (Ray) of Huntington, Mary Jane Bolton Smith (Kenny) of Huntington; and Deidra Ann Bolton of Kenova; and one step-daughter, Alecia Dawn Bartram of Barberton, Ohio. He is also survived by one sister, Blanche Olive Malik of Bentleyville, Pennsylvania; one nephew, Philip Dean Leftwich of Kenova; two nieces, Mary Elizabeth Satina of Bentleyville, Pennsylvania, Cecilia Malik of Bentleyville, Pennsylvania; 17 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a foster sister, Julia Lynch (Nancy Carroll ) of Pinch, W.Va. Deidra Bolton would like to especially thank Ray Spangler, Philip D. Leftwich, Jim Bolton and Jennifer Bartram, Mary Jane Smith, Marsha Spangler, Kelsey Bolton, Alexis and Corrine Flowers, my caring neighbors, Dave Lambert, Paulette Ross, Charlie Crank, Robert Wiseman our UPS man, Gary Cooper our paper man, and our mail lady Tammy from Kenova, Randall Robertson, Rob Vickers and all the members of Buena Vista Lodge #60, Mary Ann Steele (PTA), Sabrina Hopson, RN, BSN from Preferred Home Health Care, and a host of family and friends who would call him daily, and the caring team from Home Based Primary Care at the VAMC who all had a hand in helping me care for him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Locust Grove Missionary Baptist Church or the Spring Valley Presbyterian Church. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2010, at the Locust Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 2888 Rt. 75 Huntington, WV, 25704. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.rollinsfh.com.
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IVAN LOWELL McCOY, 63, of Kenova, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 12, 2010, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Pastor Manford Langer. Burial will follow at Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova. He was born January 2, 1947, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of Mae Pack McCoy of Kenova, and the late James Cecil McCoy. He was the owner of McCoy Freightliner and attended the Cyrus Baptist Church. Additional survivors include his wife of 25 years, Connie Joan Cook McCoy; a son, Stephen D. Kelley and wife Charity of Ona, W.Va.; a sister, Katha Sue Evans of Cleveland, Ohio; a brother, Leonard McCoy and wife Loretta Sue of Kenova; three grandchildren, Kati, Tori and Kayla Kelley; and all the beloved employees at McCoy Freightliner. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home.
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LINDA GALE ST. CLAIR, 62, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2010, at The Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. Funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at the Ceredo Church of Christ by Minister David Roach. Burial will follow at the Haynie Family Cemetery. Linda was born on July 17, 1948, in Huntington, W.Va., the daughter of Mary Louise Hunt Bentley and the late Merlin Curtis Bentley. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her son, Troy Allen Haynie. She is survived by her daughter Springer LaDawn Watts; two special granddaughters, Mikayla Dawn Hunter and Madeline Gayle Hunter; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Nancy Ann and Herby Webb, and Barbara Ellen and Michael Plybon, and a host of nieces and nephews that loved her very much, and a very special friend. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Ceredo Church of Christ. Arrangements by Reger Funeral Home, Huntington. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger
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SUSAN MARIE WISEMAN, 65, of Huntington, W.Va., wife of R. Thomas Wiseman, passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. She was born on August 25, 1945, in Antioch, Calif., a daughter of the late Morris and Aileen Williams Beckett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Thomas Alan Wiseman. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Diana Marie Nolan and her husband Richard of Huntington and Lora Ann Laverty of Huntington; one sister, Jackie Wilson and her husband Bob of Carmel, Ind.; one daughter-in-law, Vickie Wiseman of Barboursville, W.Va.; six grandchildren, Jeffrey and Scott Wiseman of Barboursville, Dawn Marie and Rachael Nolan of Huntington, and Tabetha and Samantha Laverty of Huntington; and her beloved pet Bassett, Emmy Lou. Mrs. Wiseman was a member of the Fifth Avenue Baptist Church and the Huntington Elks Lodge BPOE 313. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 16, 2010, at Beard Mortuary, with Pastor Hubert Harvey officiating. Burial will follow at Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington. Friends may call on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.beardmortuary.com.
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JACK WELLMAN, 82, of Fort Gay passed away on December 12. 2010. He is preceded in death by his parents Brady Wellman and Harriet Skeens Wellman. He is survived by his wife Oretha Crabtree Wellman, two sons; Gary Wellman of Fort Gay and Steve Wellman of Fort Gay, one brother; Jim Wellman of Huntington, two sisters; Laverne Scott of Proctorville, Ohio and Wilma Walls of Huntington, five grandchildren; Stuart Wellman of Fort Gay, April Adkins of Louisa, Jesse Wellman of Fort Gay, Alex Wellman of Fort Gay and Kailee Wellman of Fort Gay in addition to two great grand children Ryan Wellman of Louisa and Rylee Adkins of Louisa. Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday December 15 at 2 p.m. at Young's Chapel with Pastor Jack Webb officiating. Burial will follow at the Fort Gay Cemetery in Fort Gay.
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BETTY JEAN MILLS, 76, of East Lynn, W.Va., passed away Monday, December 13, 2010, at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 18, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Pastor Otis Bowens. Burial will follow at the Watson Cemetery at Branchland, W.Va. She was born September 4, 1934 at Nestlow, W.Va., a daughter of the late Alfred and Dortha Clay Dyer. She was a homemaker. Her husband, Denver L. Mills, also preceded her in death, along with three sisters, May Clay, Verlie Osburn and Mabel Poindexter. Survivors include three sons, Roger L. Mills and wife, Debra of Lecanto, Fla., Rodney D. Mills and Gary L. Mills and wife, Sandra of East Lynn, W.Va.; five grandchildren, Michael, Stacy, Kelly, Allison and Jared Mills; and a special friend and caregiver, Gladys Francis, and other caregivers, Sue Napier and Icylene Hale. The family wishes to thank Hospice of Huntington for their support and care. Friends may call one hour prior to services on Saturday at Morris Funeral Home.
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MRS. AVENELL DILLEY, 71, of Lavalette, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 13, 2010. She was born October 5, 1939 in Wayne County, a daughter of the late Howard and Vada Williamson. Her husband, Harold Lee Dilley, also preceded her in death along with two sisters, Alta Mae Porter and Patricia Spence, and on brother, Fern Williamson. She leaves behind two sons, David Dilley and his wife Stacey of Ashland, Kentucky, and William Dilley and his wife Amy of Louisville, Kentucky; one daughter, Garnett Dunfee of Lavalette; six grandchildren, Becky, David, Zion, Emma, Josh, and Ashton; and three great grandchildren, Braiden, Haden, and Maggie. Also surviving is one sister, Loretta Williamson and her husband Curtis H. of Wayne, W.Va.; two brothers, Perchie Williamson and his wife Doris, and Drewie Williamson and his wife Sandra, all of Proctorville, Ohio: and a host of friends and family. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice of Huntington for their love and care, and ask that donations be made to them in Avenell's honor. (Hopsice of Huntington P.O. Box 464 Huntington, WV 25709) Funeral services will be conducted at noon Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Ivory Williamson, Brother Clifford Napier and Pastor Danny Damron officiating. Burial will follow in the Greasy Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to the funeral.
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On April 14, 1963 with her three children joining her in baptism, Helen made a decision to accept Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. December 14, 2010 she went home to that beautiful place, Heaven, to join her Lord and her late husband of 53 years, Herbert Dale Stephens, Sr. At home with her loved ones and friends close by, HELEN WAUGH STEPHENS, 83, completed her earthly life and Heaven surely gained an angel. Helen was born November 26, 1927 to the late C. W. "Pete" and Ruby Waugh. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Jean Mills and two brothers, John Edward and Charles "Newt" Waugh. A homemaker, wonderful mother and mama, Helen, is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Herbert Dale Jr. and Kathy Stephens of Springtown, Texas, John and Cindy Stephens of Hurricane, W.Va.; one daughter and son-in-law, Patty and Bruce Bevins of Huntington, W.Va.; seven grandchildren, Taunja Stephens Hutchinson and Hutch, Stephanie Stephens Wellman and Jamie, Tracy Stephens Cartwright and Christopher, Bruce C. Bevins II and Arianne, Natalie Bevins Roy and Zackary, Erica Bevins, Jared Stephens and Jenny. MaMa also had eight great-grandsons, Ryan Cartwright, Justice Hutchinson, Connor Walling Bevins, Payne Wellman, Hayden Roy, Tyler Stephens, Harrison Bevins and Carter Roy. Helen was a member of The First Independent Missionary Baptist Church of Kenova. She was a very active member of her community. A 50 year member of Marcum Chapter #61 O.E.S. whose members will conduct Eastern Star services at 7:45 p.m. Friday. She was the Mother Advisor of The Order of The Rainbow for Girls Kenova Assembly #27 for over 25 years. She was a volunteer for C-K Little League, C-K Babe Ruth and C-K Sr. Babe Ruth. Helen was a board member for 20 years of The Wayne County Public Library and a volunteer for the summer reading and craft programs. She served her communities in many ways with her most favorite being "The" seamstress for the Big Green and White Band of Ceredo-Kenova High School. Our love and appreciation go to a very special nephew Charles "Dusty" Mills; a special person in Helen's "Ninnies" life, Kim Kelly; her wonderful neighbors on 1st Street West, June and Kenny Fuller, Jim and Liz Cole, Ruth Barton and Mary Brumfield and two special friends Shirley Fuller and Marge Hatton. Pallbearers will be Dusty Mills, Bruce C. Bevins II, John Jared Stephens, Hutch Hutchinson, Dr. Zackary Roy and Mark Esslinger. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 18, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova with Rev. Scott Byard officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, December 17, 2010, at the funeral home. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the C-K Alumni Band at P.O. Box 510, Kenova, WV 25530. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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PHYLLIS JEAN HAZLETT, 87, of Ashland, formerly of Huntington, widow of Charles W. Hazlett, died Dec. 15, 2020, in Woodland Oaks Health Care, Ashland. Graveside service 11 a.m. Friday, Spring Hill Cemetery, Huntington. Arrangements by Steen Funeral Home, Central Avenue Chapel, Ashland. www.steenfuneralhome.com
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ZELPHIA GAYE GILKERSON, 61, of East Lynn, W.Va., went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Va. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Sunday, December 19, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Elder Jimmy Lester and Brother Larry Adkins. Burial will follow at Everett Adkins Cemetery on Beech Fork. She was born November 29, 1949 in Raleigh County, W.Va., a daughter of the late, Henry and Gladys Woods Lilly. Zelphia was an Environmental Assistant for Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and was also a member of the Booten-Millers Fork United Baptist Church. Survivors include her loving husband, Herman "Melvin" Gilkerson; two daughters, Christina Gillam of Wayne, W.Va., Susan Perry and husband, James, of Genoa, W.Va.; a son, Brian Gilkerson of East Lynn, W.Va.; four sisters, Mary Meadows of Columbus, Ohio, Polly Lester and husband, Jimmy, of Huntington, W.Va., Dottie Gilkerson and husband, Harvey, of Wayne, W.Va., Norma Lilly of Sophia, W.Va.; four loving grandchildren, Tyler Gillam, Peyton Perry, Brittany Gilkerson, Allison Gilkerson; 11 nieces and 13 nephews; special friends, Lisa Crutcher, Robin Adkins, Brenda Adkins and Carol Davidson; two special people, Tim Gillam and Kim Gilkerson. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, December 18, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va.
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BENJAMIN GRANT HATTEN, infant son of Bethanie Dawn Hatten of Ashland, Ky., went home to the Lord on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010, at King's Daughters Medical Center. In addition to his mother, Benjamin is survived by his maternal grandparents, Frank II and Bettie Hatten; his maternal great-grandparents, Ted and Betty Kiser; his paternal great-grandparents, Larry and Charlene Hatten; and an uncle, Frank W. Hatten III, all of Ashland, Ky.; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends. God chose to take my son for reasons I don't know why, but God promises I will hold him again someday when I meet him in the sky. There will be private family services held Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Cannonsburg Building Fund at 11512 Midland Trail Road, Ashland, KY 41102. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family.
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MRS. TERESA LYNN PERRYMAN, 48, of Denver, N.C., died Thursday, Dec.16, 2010, at her residence after a three year battle with cancer. Born April 13, 1962, in Huntington W.Va., she was the daughter of Glen Perry and Brenda Foster Dean of Huntington, W.Va. Teresa graduated from Buffalo High School in Wayne, W.Va., and was employed at CMC North- East Medical Center in the billing department. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Monday evening, Dec. 20, at Raymer Funeral Home, Huntersville, N.C. Graveside services will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, at White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Barboursville, W.Va. In addition to her parents, she leaves to cherish her memory, her son, Robert Perryman of Denver; daughters, Lisa Morrison of Ohio, Brittany Tolley of West Virginia; grandchild, Landon Worrell; brother, Glen Alan Perry of Texas; good friend, Walter Perryman; and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her sister, Melissa Perry. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, 6000 Fairview Road Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28210. Arrangements by Raymer Funeral Home, Huntersville, N.C. www.raymerfuneralhome.org.
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JAMES T. TOOLEY, 87, of Barboursville, W.Va., widower of Jeannette Tooley, passed away Sunday December 19, 2010, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. He was born May 14, 1923 in Lincoln County, W.Va., a son of the late James Samuel and Dora Almedia Hazelett Tooley. He was a retired welder for Bethlehem Steel and Baptist by faith. In addition to his wife and parents James was preceded in death by two sons, Joe and Randy Tooley; two brothers, Luther and Robert Tooley and five sisters Edna Mannon, Mabel Blankenship, Faye McClain, Ocie "Jackie" Legg and Marie Gifford-Eich. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law Michael and Maria Tooley of Florida; granddaughter Renee Tooley of Florida; two sisters, Norma Lee Harrison and Harriet Matthews, both of Huntington; several nieces and nephews including Jim and Donna Mannon of Barboursville, with whom he resided; special great- great-niece Ashlynn Hunter Frye and special friend Lynn Halliday. The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Cindy Pinson, Hospice of Huntington, Lois, Ginger, Art, Raymond, Carolyn, Debbie and Karen and the staff of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington for their special care. There will be no visitation nor funeral according to his wishes. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family. Contributions may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington.
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The beloved RALPH NAPIER, 91, of Waverly, OH, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, WV. Calling hours for his Ohio family, friends, and neighbors were Monday, December 27, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Boyer Funeral Home in Waverly, OH. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at 2:00 PM at the Morris Funeral Home in Wayne, WV. Pastor Roge•Maynard officiated, assisted by Buster Maynard. Interment followed at Community Memorial Gardens in Wayne, WV. Born July 14, 1919, in Wayne County, WV, Ralph was the son of the late Lucian and Martha Ross Napier. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Lou Lucas and Pauline Skeens, and one brother, William Napier. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Gladys Ramey Napier. Also surviving are his children; Connie Knight of Woodstock, GA, Cathy Brown and Joann Martin of Waverly, OH, Justine Burris of Clarksville, TN, Roger Napier and Karen Fannin of Kenova, WV; four sisters; Henrietta Dyer of Waverly, OH, Nancy Margaret Wallace of Wayne, WV, Rebecca Spence of Twinsburg, OH, and Martha Fay Pack of Spencer, OH; eleven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. In 1981 Ralph retired from the Newburg and Southshore Railroad, located in Cleveland, OH. He was a colorful storyteller and was devoted to his family and farm. Ralph was a member of the Salem United Baptist Church in Wayne, WV. As a sign of gratitude for the wonderful care provided by St. Mary's Medical Center, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Jeffrey George Comfort House of St Mary's Medical Center, 2801 South Staunton, Huntington, WV 25702.
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BENNIE RAY DRENNER SR., of Wayne, husband of Judy Chafin Drenner, died Dec. 20, 2010. Funeral service 2 p.m. Thursday, Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne; burial at Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne. Visitation one hour before service Thursday at the funeral home.
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BYFORD OSBURN, 79, of Wayne died Dec. 20, 2010, in Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral service 2 p.m. Sunday, Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne; burial at Smith Cemetery, Wayne. Visitation one hour before service Sunday at the funeral home.
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THOMAS "TOM" HENSLEY, 68, of Prichard, W.Va., died Monday, December 20, 2010 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. He was born November 28, 1942, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of Velma Newman McGhee of Prichard, and the late Sam Dock McGhee. He retired after 32 years of service from ACBL Barge Lines. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served during the Vietnam War. Members of American Legion Post #93 Kenova will conduct military rites. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one brother, Jimmy McGhee and his children's mother, Kay Hensley. He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Barbie and Andrew Scites of Kenova; two sons, Tommy Hensley II and Charlie Hensley, both of Huntington; one brother, George "Bud" Hensley of Columbus, Ohio; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Eileen and Buck McComas and Trelma and Artie Fuller, all of Prichard; four grandchildren, Tayler, Alec, Tabitha and Mollie, and a host of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, W.Va. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Tom's memory to Hospice of Huntington "The Bridge of Caring Donor Wall" at P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25707. Online condolences may be made at www.rollinsfh.com
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CLOTEEN LAMBERT CAMPBELL, 94, of Kenova, W.Va., died Tuesday, December 21, 2010, at Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation in Wayne, W.Va. She was born April 21, 1916, in Kermit, W.Va., a daughter of the late Fred and Ora Pack Lambert. She was a member of the Southside Church of the Nazarene in Catlettsburg, Ky. In addition to her parents, Cloteen was preceded in death by her husband, Nolan Campbell; an infant son, Larry Campbell; three sisters, Edith Eastham, Estel Mulvaney and Ethel Wilson; two brothers, Homer and Luther Lambert. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, December 23, 2010, at the Southside Church of the Nazarene in Catlettsburg, at which time the funeral service will begin. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com
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CAROL FRANCES BIAS, 73, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., formerly of Kenova, W.Va., went to be with the Lord in Grand Strand Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, December 21, 2010. She had retired from American National Rubber Co., after 34 years of service. Ms. Bias was a member of the First Independent Baptist Church of Kenova. She is survived by her only son Brad of Myrtle Beach; a sister Betty Miles and nephew Jackson Miles, both of Glenwood, W.Va. Funeral services will be conducted 10 a.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at White Chapel Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Barboursville, W.Va., with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. Burial will follow. She will be deeply missed by those who loved her. Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com
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SIDNEY HASKEL BLANKENSHIP, 71, of Lavallette, W.Va., passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, December 24, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Pastor Ray Williamson. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne. He was born June 4, 1939, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of the late Hiram and Thlema Lockhart Blankenship. Sidney was a retired Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, having served in the Vietnam War. During his tour of duty, he received numerous awards including a Silver Star, a Bronze Star and three Purple Hearts, Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal with one star. He was also a member of the VFW Post #1064, the American Legion Post #177 and a Life Member of the DAV. Also preceding him in death were two sisters, Leota Adkins and Fredis Blankenship, along with a brother, Cay Blankenship. Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Rebbie Craft Blankenship; a daughter Marsha Ann Poff and husband Glen of Wayne; a special granddaughter who was his pride and joy, Cassandra "Cassie" Poff; four sisters, Lillian Lowe of Kenova, W.Va., Irene Artrip and husband Paul of Huntington, W.Va., Gladys Sue Dierdorff and husband Don of Barboursville, W.Va., Sylvia Luther and husband Jim of Kenova; four brothers, James Blankenship of Lavalette, Hiram Blankenship Jr. and wife Mary of Kenova, Ellis Blankenship and Willis Blankenship, both of Barboursville; a very special friend and caregiver, Cindy Petticrew; and a host of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne.
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ARNOLD DENSON LOCKHART, 82, of Huntington, W.Va., husband of Lottie Ruth Lockhart, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010, in Cedar Ridge Nursing Home, Sissonville, W.Va. He was born September 5, 1928, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of the late Lawrence and Bessie Osburn Lockhart. Other family that had preceded him in death were a son Paul Edward Lockhart, two sisters, Kathleen Dick and Shirley Lockhart; and a brother Eugene Lockhart. Arnold was a retired machinist, having worked at R&B Auto and Machine, and was a member of River Cities Community Church. In addition to his wife, survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Gloria Jean Lockhart Hahn and husband Lee Hahn of Clarion, Iowa, and Delilah Kay Lockhart Rotermell and husband Mack Rotermell of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; and a son and daughter-in-law, Charles Michael and Patricia Lockhart of Proctorville, Ohio; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted 1p.m. Friday, December 24, 2010, at Bowen Cemetery with Pastor Larry Greene officiating. Friends may call after 12:30 p.m. Friday at the cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com.
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KATHIE KAY WILLIAMSON, 55, formerly of Kelly Knob, W.Va. died December 22, 2010 at The Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. She was born November 7, 1955, the daughter of the late Ira Williamson and Minnie Adkins Perry. If you've ever wondered what faith and strength are, then you should have known our sister who faced many tragedies while holding firm to her faith in God. Kathie was a nurse and mother of four children. She was preceded in death by her son Harold Horn Jr., sister Virginia Hazel Williamson and her brothers Roscoe Larry Williamson, Steve Williamson, and Buck Williamson. Survivors include her children Joshua Smith of Parma Heights, Ohio, SGT. Timothy Smith and wife LT. Kara Bennington Smith of Carey, Ohio, and Sharon Horn of Crum, W. Va.; two grandsons Austin Runyon and Roger Waller of Crum; six sisters: Mary Chapman of Senoia, Ga., Victory Ramey of Crum, Tammy Williamson of Grey Eagle, W. Va., Dorothy Ann LeRoy of Harker Heights, Texas, Dianna Williamson of Huntington, W.Va., and Brookie Brewer of Kelly Knob, W.Va.; five brothers, Bill M. Williamson of Gibsonville, N.C., Rick Williamson of Chattanooga, Tenn., Lark Williamson, Frank Ed Williamson, and Arthur L. Williamson of Kelly Knob-Wilsondale, W.Va.; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were conducted at 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at Johnson-Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va. with Pastors Eddie Smith r and Mike Dillon officiating. Burial followed at the Maynard Cemetery, Kelly Knob-Wilsondale, W.Va.
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FLORA W. BROWN, 78, of Ceredo, W.Va., died Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at King's Daughters Medical Center, Ashland, Ky. She was born April 14, 1932, in Huntington, W.Va., to the late Virgil George Washington Runyon and Rosena Gue Cochrun. Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her husband Conrad Brown. She worked for 28 years at the Western Electric Company in Columbus, Ohio, where she retired in 1988. She was a member of the Ceredo United Methodist Church. She enjoyed "spending time with the girls" at the Westmoreland Senior Center and playing Bingo. Survivors include two daughters, Brenda (Donald) Sherwood of New York, and Rebecca Wallace of Columbus, along with a son, Michael Wallace of Florida. In addition to her children, she is survived by five sisters, Ginger, Phyllis, Debbie, Dinah and Lisa, along with a brother Woody; six grandchildren, Melissa (Jon) Sherwood, Bryan (Jamie) Sherwood, Jennifer (David) Gray, Nicholas, Joseph, and Jonathan Wallace; along with 11 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter Vickie Wallace. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. Burial will follow in the Crescent Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com
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MR. LUTHER C. BROWNING, 66, of Harts, W.Va., was born December 5, 1944, at Slagle, W.Va., a son of the late Wade and Vina Ramey Browning. He departed this life on Thursday, December 23, 2010, at his residence following a short illness. Luther was a retired employee of National Armature and National Pump in Logan, W.Va., and he was a dedicated member and deacon of the Enon United Baptist Church at Harts. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Elsie Mae Browning. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 44 years, Lina Marie Vance Browning; two sons, Shaun (and special daughter-in-law Melanie) Browning and Aaron Wade Browing, both of Harts; two grandchildren, Christina and Trevor Browning; six brothers, Les (Carol) Browning of Man, W.Va., George (Linda) Browning of Chapmanville, W.Va., Danny (Diann) Browning of Lake, W.Va., Denzil (Vicki) Browning of Logan, Archie Browning of North Carolina and Donald (Kathy) Browning of Huntington, W.Va.; four sisters, Zola Daniels of Varney, W.Va., Fannie Hale of Mt. Gay, W.Va., Marinda Hurley of Kentucky and Flossie (Arnold) Owsley of Wooster, Ohio; and a host of nieces, nephews, church family and many friends. Services will be 1 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at the Enon United Baptist Church, Little Harts, W.Va., with Brother Tommy Vance and Elder Dallas Meeks and Elder Linzie Queen officiating. Burial will follow in the Mullins Cemetery, Atenville, W.Va. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday until time of services Monday at the residence of Thomas Vance on Short Bend, Harts, W.Va. Arrangements by Evans Funeral Home, Chapmanville, W.Va.
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WILLIAM BASIL ROSS, 81, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Thursday, December 23, 2010, in the Huntington Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Jerry Chapman officiating. Burial will be in Spring Valley Memory Gardens, Huntington. He was born November 27, 1929, in East Lynn, W.Va., a son of Rev. Harvey and Della Belcher Ross. Four sisters, Violetta, Magdeline, Letha, and June; and one brother, Ellis Ross, preceded him in death. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War; worked for Structures; and attended Open Door Baptist Church of Huntington. Survivors include his wife, Lenora Adkins Ross; one son, William Joseph Ross of Huntington; one grandson, William Christopher Ross of Proctorville, Ohio; one granddaughter, Joni Leigh Ross of Kenova, W.Va.; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Evelyn Asbury of Lavalette, W.Va., and Carma Pinson and Bernice Mitchell, both of Huntington; and a special sister-in-law, Rena Fay Jones of South Point, Ohio. Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, December 26, 2010, at Chapman's Mortuary. Donations may be made to Open Door Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.chapmans-mortuary.com
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DONALD PERRY, 59, of East Lynn, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 23, 2010 at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born September 10, 1951 in Wayne County, West Virginia, and was an active member of the East Lynn Baptist Church. His father Ivan Perry preceded him in death along with one son, Christopher Damon Perry. He leaves behind his loving wife of 37 years, Sarah Perry; his mother, Debris Eilleen Perry of East Lynn; one brother Avra Perry and wife Donna of Lavalette, W.Va.; three sisters, Vella Ann Thompson of Williamson, W.Va.. Louella Perry and husband Sam of Wayne, W.Va., and Connie Clay and husband Gary of Branchland, W.Va.; and a host of nephews and nieces whom he loved. Funeral services were conducted noon on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at Johnson'Tiller Funeral Home with Rev. Calvin Perry and Paul Tuemler officiating. Burial followed at Spring Valley Memorial Gardens with Samuel Perry, Jamie Clay, Travis Clay, Michael Eaves, Dennis Eaves and Patrick Eaves serving as pallbearers. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
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KENNETH ELWOOD DAVIS, 77, of Prichard, passed away Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010, in the St. Mary's Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home with Rev. Scott Byard officiating. Interment will follow in Bean Cemetery. Kenneth was born Nov. 20, 1933, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of the late Mont L. and Zella Thacker Davis. He was a former heavy equipment mechanic with the Dock's Creek River Terminal. He was a veteran having served with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Kenneth was a member of the American Legion Post No. 93, whose Honor Guard will conduct graveside rites. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Howard Davis. Survivors include one son, Kenneth Edward Davis of Prichard, W.Va.; one daughter, Vickie Holley of Ceredo, W.Va.; four sisters, Barbara Slone and Jean Meade, both of Prichard, W.Va., Glenna Sturm of Bakersfield, Calif., and Blanche Burton of Sheperdstown, W.Va.; two brothers, Ralph Davis and Mack Davis, both of Prichard, W.Va.; four grandsons; and a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family or Rollins Funeral Home. Friends may call from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.rollinsfh.com.
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BASIL WALLACE, 69, of Wayne, W.Va., formerly of Rittman, Ohio, passed away Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at the Gillman Funeral Home in Rittman, Ohio. Burial will follow at the Rittman Cemeteries. He was born April 11, 1941 at Dunlow, W.Va., a son of the late Freelin and Virgie Smith Wallace. Basil was a retired employee of Quality Castings in Orville, Ohio, and was Baptist by faith. His wife, Donna Sue Wallace, brothers, Aley Wallace and Jarvie Wallace, an infant sister, Lola Wallace, and granddaughter, Shelly Rene Wallace, also preceded him in death. Survivors include a daughter, Della Stapleton and husband Sam of East Lynn, W.Va.; a stepdaughter, Kelly Saal of Wooster, Ohio; two sons, Brett Wallace and wife Josie of Lavalette, W.Va., and Terry Wallace of Marysville, Ohio; a stepson, Jeff Fite of Paris, Ky.; three brothers, Lemuel Wallace and wife Loretta, and Bobby Wallace and wife Roberta, all of Wayne, W.Va., and Curt Wallace and wife Grace of Fort Gay, W.Va.; a sister-in-law, Peggy Wallace of Marshallville, Ohio; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va., and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at Gillman Funeral Home.
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ROBERT LEE ROTEN, 73, of Lavalette, WV, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2010 at St. Mary's Medical 'Center, Huntington, WV. Services will be conducted 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel Wayne, WV by Elder Johnson Queen. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery Wayne, WV. He was born October, 2, 1937, a son of the late Noah and Georgia Cook Roten. Robert was retired from ACF industries and was Protestant by faith. He was also preceded in death by his wife Barbara Sue Followay Roten. Survivors include a daughter, Tina Grace and husband, Tom Marlow of Bremen, GA; sons, Gary Robert Roten of Bremen, GA, Mark Allen Roten of Lavalette, WV; four grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Friends may call from 10:30 to service time of Wednesday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV.
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TONYA LYNN MATHIS SCAGGS, 44, of Winchester, KY, formerly of Ceredo, WV died December 25, 2010 at Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester. She is the daughter of Chester Mathis of Ceredo and the late Wilda Kay May Mathis, In addition to her father, she is survived by a daughter, Patricia Scaggs, two sons, Jimmy Scaggs and Robert, Lee Bailey, Jr., and a grandson Dakota Scaggs, all of Winchester. Additional survivors include a sister Patricia Mathis Daniels and a niece Katelyn Mathis, both of Ashland, KY. There will be no visitation or service. Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed, to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome .com
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MARY ELIZABETH "BETH" SHREWSBURY, 100, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Sunday, December 26, 2010, at her residence. Graveside services will be conducted 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at Hillcrest Cemetery with Pastor Mark Booth officiating. Beth was born May 31, 1910, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Byron Lee and Lucinda Perry Osburn. She was a former owner and operator, along with her late husband, of the Shrewsbury Hardware Store. She was a member of the Ebenezer Baptist Church. Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death her husband James Edward Shrewsbury, five sisters and one brother. Survivors include one son Robert Lee Shrewsbury (Drucilla) of Kenova; two grandsons and their wives, Russell (Rhonda) Shrewsbury of Titusville, Florida and Chris (Pam) Shrewsbury of Suwanee, Georgia; five great-grandchildren Amy Walding, Heather Shrewsbury, Karen Shrewsbury, Jennifer Shrewsbury and Allen Shrewsbury; two great-great-grandsons; a special caregiver Mary Johnson and a host of nieces and nephews. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Friends may call from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at Rollins Funeral Home. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.rollinsfh.com.
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MARSHA LYNN ELLIOTT, 56, of Dunlow passed away on December 26, 2010 at the, Cleveland Clinic. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, December 31, 2010 at the House of Prayer on Ferguson Branch by Pastor Buck Maynard. Burial will follow at the Sam, Damron Cemetery. She was, born February 22, 1954 in Huntington, a daughter of the late Frank Watts and Emma Jean Maynard Watts. She was Baptist by faith. A sister, Hazel Marie Marcum also preceded her in death. Survivors include three daughters; Samantha Robinson and companion George of Columbus, Leeann Holley and husband Shannon of Huntington, Sarah "Mousie" Elliot of Dunlow, two sons; William Robinson and wife Amy of Dunlow, and Curtis Marcum of Columbus. Six brothers, John L. Marcum and companion Shelley, Bobby Marcum and wife Carol Sue, Ronnie Marcum and wife Ruby, Danny Marcum and Andy Marcum and wife Squeak all of Columbus, and Roger Marcum and wife Brenda of Fort Gay, 17 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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MR. EUSTACE A. "RED" MILLS, SR., 92, of Huntington, W.Va., widower of Margaret P. Mills, passed away Monday, December 27, 2010, in St. Mary's Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 30, 2010, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Pete Davidson officiating. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery, Huntington. He was born May 2, 1918, at Branchland, W.Va., a son of the late Eustace and Minnie Shepherd Mills. He was a veteran, serving with the U.S. Army during World War II, a member of the DAV, Chapter 2, VFW and American Legion Post #16. He was a Mason, a member of Western Star Lodge # 11, AF&AM, a 32 degree Mason and a Shriner. He was a retired truck driver with Point Express. In addition to he wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Ann Eagle, Anna Pursley, Ruby Fraley, Regina Farley, Early Mae Howard, Uzzle Fraley and Darl Fraley. He is survived by two daughters, Jean Morris and Barbara Mills, both of Huntington; two sons, Dennis Ray Mills of Ona, W.Va., and Eustace Mills Jr., of Ona; eight grandchildren, Ricky Dale Beckelheimer, Billy Beckleheimer, Memory Chase Mills, Michael McComas, Toni McComas, Chris Bolling, all of Huntington, Nathan Smith of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Tiffany Mills of Barboursville, W.Va.; and several great-grandchildren. Friends mat call at Chapman's Mortuary from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2010. Western Star Lodge # 11, AF&AM will conduct Masonic gravesite rites, and VFW Post # 9738 will conduct military graveside rites. Online condolences may be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com
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HOMER CHRISTIAN of Ceredo, W.Va., left his earthly home Wednesday, December 29, 2010. He was born September 4, 1918 in Sydney, W.Va., a son of the late Alvis and Sadie Webb Christian. In addition to his parents, Homer was preceded in death by one brother, Alvis Christian Jr. Homer is survived by his wife of 72 years, Tennie Noe Christian; their two children, Alfredia Chafin and her husband Robert G. of Kenova, W.Va., and John Homer Christian and his wife Barbara of Ceredo. He was also the proud grandfather of five grandsons, Robert Bevin (Beth) Chafin, John Andrew (June) Christian, Brian Nebert (Melissa) Christian, Rev. Matthew Wayne (Quintessance) Christian and Mark Alvis (Lynn) Christian. He was a proud great-grandfather of two great-granddaughters, Katie and Hollie Christian and one great-grandson, Robert Lyle Chafin. Dad was a member of, and attended First Baptist Church Ceredo. He retired from Blacktop Industries in Kenova. He was an honest, good and humble man and he and mother loved each other and their family. Dad will be sadly missed by his family and all that knew him. The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff at Heritage Center for their love and compassion to dad and his family during the last week of his life. Also, we would like to thank the Ceredo Police Department for their help in dad's care. Flowers will be accepted and appreciated, or memorial contributions may be made in dad's memory to the Ceredo Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box 691 Ceredo, WV 25507. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Charles Amos and Tony Billups. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Billups, Carl Kilgore, Carlos Ball, Roger Nelson, Ray Lindquist, Tom Perry and Orland Hunt. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2010, at First Baptist Ceredo with Rev. Rodney Hale officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery, Kenova. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the church. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com
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NELLIE FAYE THOMPSON, 77, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2010, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, by Rev. Garland Perry and Rev. Jody Thompson. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne. She was born Dec. 28, 1933, in Wayne County, a daughter of the late James Madison and Clara Frye Richardson. She was a homemaker and member of the Tom's Creek United Baptist Church. Her husband, Elder Sherwood Thompson, infant children Edgar Sherwood Thompson Jr. and Valerie Thompson, sister Violet Frye and brothers Howard, Earl and Goble Richardson, also preceded her in death. Survivors include three daughters, Mary Ellen Williams of Lexington, Ky., Gina Dee Jones and husband Bret of Wayne, and Tina Lee Scites and husband Craig of Chesapeake, Ohio; two sons, Richard David Thompson and wife Kathi of Point Pleasant, W.Va., and Timothy Sherwood Thompson and wife Melissa of Savannah, Ga.; a sister, Estelle Howard of Detroit, Mich.; two brothers, James Madison Richardson Jr. and wife Anna Mae of Florida and Jack Richardson and wife Barbara of Cleveland, Ohio; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Morris Funeral Home.
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DORIS J. COPLEY WALDEN BLEVINS, 77, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, at home. She was born Nov. 28, 1933, a daughter of the late Wayne and Fairabell Copley. She was also preceded in death by husband, George Blevins Jr.; two brothers, Bill "William" Copley, Lawrence Copley; and one sister, Marie Copley. She is survived by two sons, George Blevins III and Mike Blevins, both at home; daughter, Debbie and her husband Larry Hagley of South Point, Ohio, and their son, Donnie Walden; daughter, Jeannie Hinton and her daughters Beverly Walden, Natasha and her husband Mike Short; daughter, Theresa Ann Miller, and her two daughters and son, Angie Scarberry, Nickie Ratcliff and Daniel Ratcliff Jr. of Huntington, W.Va. Mrs. Blevins has 14 great-grandchildren. Her sisters are Sadie Martin, Wilda Walden, Delsie Maynard and Rosalee Maynard. She was a member of the Philadelphia United Baptist Church. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, Jan. 3, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Beard Mortuary, Huntington, with Ministers Leo and Buster Maynard officiating. Burial will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. Visitation will be held Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the mortuary. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.beardmortuary.com. "WE LOVE YOU MOMMY."
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The life of JESS SCOTT "COACH" JARRELL came to an abrupt and tragic end December 31, 2010. He passed away at his hilltop home in the town of Wayne, W.Va., at the age of 73. Born and raised on Horse Creek, in Raleigh County, W.Va., Mr. Jarrell attended Marsh Fork High School, in the town of Montcoal, W.Va.. He initially attended Morris Harvey College (now University of Charleston) on a football scholarship, but later took his talents to Marshall University to play for the Thundering Herd. Upon his graduation, he successfully pursued a Master's degree while teaching and coaching at Wayne High School. He remained at Wayne High as Head Football Coach and Guidance Counselor until his retirement in 1984. Mr. Jarrell is the second-winningest coach in school history. However, "Coach" is perhaps best remembered as a lifelong mentor and friend to his former players and students. He was the son of the late Sid and Bertie Jarrell (nee Miller). He was preceded in death by his brothers Marshall, William J., Lemmie L., Sydney J., and Curtis N., and his sisters Mabel Wills and Linda Peters. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Carol S. Jarrell of Wayne; three sisters, Lora Lyons, Anna Jarrell, and Beulah Jarrell; and one brother Virgil; three children, Rachel Bartram, Sara Morrison and husband Paul, and Jess Scott Jarrell II; five grandchildren, Jack Dolance, Nick Dolance, Allison Bartram, and Trevor and Hunter Morrison; and a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Jarrell's character was exceeded only by his generosity and his extraordinary love for his family. His family was his life, and his life will continue on in the memory of his family forever. Funeral services will be conducted at the Wayne High School Gymnasium, 11 a.m. Saturday, January 8th by Pastor Michael Dillon and Paul Michael Booth, with burial following at the Bowen Cemetery, Wayne. Friends may call from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday at the high school. Arrangements by Morris Funeral Home, Wayne.
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KIZZIE JUANITA PARSONS, 71, of Branchland, passed away Friday, Dec. 31, 2010. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 3, 2011, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel by Rev. Paul Finley. Burial will follow in Belva Parsons Cemetery. She was born on Nov. 21, 1939, in Fort Gay, W.Va., a daughter of the late Roy and Lessie Adkins Finley. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Elda-Lee Genswieski, Laura Keesee and Pansy Craze. Survivors include her husband, Densil Parsons; two daughters and son-in-law, Drema Havens, Belva and Travis Nicely, both of Branchland; one son and daughter-in-law, Densil and Crystal Parsons of Branchland; one brother, Ersie Finley of Mansfield, Ohio; eight grandchildren, Mark, Mike, Matt, Chasity, Charity, Taylor, Mikayla and Shelby; and a host of friends and family. Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Wallace Funeral Home, Wayne, W Va.