HELEN A. DARST McCOMAS, 85, of Proctorville, Ohio, passed away Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. She was born Aug. 2, 1926, in Fort Gay, W.Va., a daughter of the late Blaine Peck and Mabel Compton Peck Smith. She was a retired employee of Owens Illinois and former president of the women's union. Helen was Baptist by faith. She was a former chairwoman of the gift shop at St. Mary's Medical Center and a volunteer for 20 years. Helen was a former resident of Naples, Fla., where she was president of the neighborhood association. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two husbands, Clarence A. "Dusty" Darst and Fred McComas; and a brother, Blaine Peck. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Willa Jean Peck of Mansfield, Ohio; niece and her husband, Jeanette and Dennis Walls of Mansfield, Ohio; nephew and his wife, Rodney and Betty Peck of Charlotte, N.C.; and many special cousins, including Larry and Barbara Cumptan of Huntington. Friends may call from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington.
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ROBERT SHERRILL "Butch" CRABTREE, 71, of Ceredo, W.Va., passed away Friday, September 2, 2011, at his home. Funeral services will be conducted noon Monday, September 5, 2011, at Rollins Funeral Home with the Rev. Scott Byard officiating. Interment will follow in Docks Creek Cemetery. Butch was born July 15, 1940 in Kenova, W.Va., the only child of the late Claude R. and Gladys Bloss Crabtree. He was a member of the Kenova United Methodist Church and was well known in Ceredo from the Party Shop and in Kenova through the old IGA Store. He is survived by care givers, Vickie and Dick Shannon of Ceredo; two aunts, Betty Crabtree Clark (Jim) of Toledo, Ohio, Evelyn Bloss Fraley of South Carolina; and special friends, Ron Ferguson and Lori Duty. Butch will be sadly missed by all those who loved and cherished him. Friends may call one hour prior to the service Monday, September 5, 2011, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709.
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CLIFFORD R. ELLIS, formerly of Prichard, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2011, at home surrounded by his family. Clifford was born on August 7, 1936, in Prichard, W.Va., the son of the late Fred and Oriole (Pickens) Ellis. Clifford attended the Church of God Worship Center. He was a foreman for Brown Company/James River, retiring after 46 years of service. Clifford enjoyed repairing fishing rods and he loved singing gospel music. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Faye, and Nancy; and a brother, Frank. Clifford is survived by his wife of 56 years, Julia (Cyrus) Ellis, whom he married October 29, 1954; their four children, Ray (Laura) Ellis; Brenda (Rick) Garrison; Donna Ellis; and Pam (Gaylord) Stockwell; three grandchildren, Christopher (Nicole) Ellis, Michelle (Jeff) Haeger, and Jackie Garrison; two great grandchildren, Mia VandenBerg, and Christopher Ellis, Jr.; three siblings: Hannah (Charles) Massie; Joe (Edith) Ellis and Donna (George) Kelly; several nieces and nephews and children of the heart: Kim and Eddo Clark, and Todd and Brinda Grimm. Funeral services were Wednesday, Sept. 7, at Church of God Worship Center, with Pastor Lane Davis officiating. Interment was in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park- North. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan, under direction of Parchment-Redmond Funeral Home, Parchment, Mich.
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VIRGIL THOMPSON, 69, of Fort Gay, passed away on September 3, 2011. He is preceded in death by his parents Homer Thompson and Haley Maynard Thompson. He is survived by one sister, Edith Thompson of Wayne; two brothers, Robert Thompson of Wayne County and Pearly Thompson of Fort Gay. Funeral services were scheduled for Monday, September 5 at 2 p.m. at the Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at the Thompson Cemetery in Fort Gay.
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DOUGLAS RAY MINTON II, age 37, of Milton, W.Va., died Sunday, September 4, 2011. He was born April 27, 1974, a son of Douglas and Brenda Carroll Rainwater Minton of Milton. Doug was a self-employed carpenter. He was a member of the Church Of Christ on Main Street in Hurricane, W.Va. Doug was a graduate of C-K High School, where he was very active in sports. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sons, Alec Minton of Kenova, W.Va., and Brycen Minton of Pt. Pleasant, W.Va.; one daughter, Lani Minton of Kenova; one brother, Timothy Joshua Minton of Milton; one sister, Crystal R. Minton of Catlettsburg, Ky.; his maternal grandmother, Faye Vance of Milton and two aunts, Connie Hundley of Lenore, W.Va., and Jeannie Williamson of Big Ugly, W.Va. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, September 8, 2011, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, September 9, 2011 at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, with Minister Darrell Bledsoe officiating. Burial will follow in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane, W.Va. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com
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ALTON BOWENS, 68, of Louisa passed away Monday September 5, 2011 at Three Rivers Medical Center. Alton was born May 11, 1943 in Martin County KY, the son of the late Charles J. Bowens Jr. and Rossie Short Bowens. He was a disabled painter. Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law Rabon and Thelma Bowens of Louisa, a niece Lisa Chapman also of Louisa, great nephew Daniel Chapman and great niece Brittany Hamonds. Funeral services will be conducted by Bro. John Goble on Wednesday September 7th at 1:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Buffalo Horn Cemetery in Martin County. Friends may call after 4:00 pm Tuesday at Wilson Funeral Home. Condolences may be made online at www.timeformemory.com/wilson
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STEPHANIE ANN ADKINS, 60, of Fort Gay, WV went to be with her Lord on Monday September 5, 2011 following a long illness. Stephanie was born in Louisa, Kentucky on April 23, 1951, the daughter of the late Grover and Sara Ruth Billups Adkins. She was a retired graphic artist. In addition to her parents Stephanie was preceded in death by a sister Mattie Theda Adkins and brother Grover D. Adkins. Survivors include two sisters, Mary Ellen Reid of Louisa, and Justina Simbyl Taylor of Baltimore, Maryland, a brother Karl Justin Adkins also of Louisa; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday Sept. 8th at 11:00 am at the Wilson Funeral Home by Rev. Mack Ray Cyrtls. Burial will follow in the Fort Gay Cemetery, Fort Gay, WV. Friends may call after 6:00 pm Wednesday at the Wilson Funeral Home. A memorial service held by the Louisa Chapter of the DAR will be conducted at 7:30 pm Wednesday at the Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.timeformemory.com/ wilson.
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LENA MAE HARDWICK WATTS, 80, of Wayne, WV, passed away on Monday, September 5, 2011 at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital in Greensboro, NC. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 10, 2011 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, by Minister Ron Ross. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery at Wayne. She was born October 6, 1930 at Quaker, WV, a daughter of the late John Richard and Ruth Curnutte Hardwick. She was a retired employee of the West Virginia Department of Highways and was a member of the Wayne Church of Christ. Her husband, Floyd Watts, Jr., an infant brother, Leonard Hardwick and a son-in-law, Jeffrey Howard Holmes also preceded her in death. Survivors include two daughters, Betty Jane Holmes of Macungie, PA, and Sally Jo Ross and husband, Hoyt of Summerfield, NC; a son, Michael Ray Watts and wife, Wanda of Lavalette, WV; two sisters, Lorene Robinett of Rochester, Minnesota and Ruth Ann Benner and husband, Frank Daniel of Newark, OH; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Friends may call one hour prior to services at Morris Funeral Home.
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BESSIE REGINA CADD FRYE, 72 years old, of Huntington, West Virginia, swept through the gates to be with the Lord on September 6, 2011. She was born July 10, 1939 the daughter of the late Otis and Dorothy Crum Cadd of Verdunville, W.Va. She was preceded in death by one son, Gordon Gene Frye, two sisters, Betty Cadd Rife and Thoma Cadd Sammons and one brother, Otis Cadd Jr. Surviving are her husband of 54 years, Samuel O'dell Frye; one son, Samuel David Frye at home; and one daughter, Cynthia Renee Frye of Huntington; four grandchildren, Jamie and Debra Smith of Wayne, Samuel and Leigh Frye of Wayne, Joshua and Christina Frye of Lavalette and Amanda Frye of Wayne; and 10 great-grandchildren of whom she was most proud. Bessie has been a Christian for 50 years and is a member of The Bride of Christ Church of Old Regular Baptists. She was a homemaker, dedicated wife, mother and grandmother her whole life. Thanks go to special family members Darryl and Wanda Maynard and Tom and Ethel Lankas. Special thanks to Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington and their remarkable staff. Services will be at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home Wayne, W.Va., with visitation Sunday the 11th starting at 6 p.m. and funeral Monday the 12th at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery .
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SHELLEY KAY WELLMAN ARTHUR, 42 of Shoals, W.Va., loving wife, sister, aunt, daughter and friend, passed away at her home on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, following a hard fought courageous battle with cancer. She was proceeded in death by her father Larry Gene Wellman of Kenova, W.Va., her brother Stephen Bret Wellman of Kenova, her niece Maggie Elizabeth Rose Wellman of Kenova, and two sets of grandparents, William (Ruby) Taylor, Elzie (Bertha) Wellman, both of Kenova. Shelley was a 1986 graduate of Buffalo High School of Wayne County. She was employed with House Hassan Hardware of Prichard, W.Va., for 12 years with her second family who loved and supported her through this entire journey. Shelley was a member of the Buffalo Valley Missionary Baptist Church. Shelley has always been greatly involved in her nieces and nephews lives and watching them play sports; to them she is fondly known as "Shels." She is survived by her wonderful devoted husband, Frank L. Arthur III of Shoals; her loving mother Wanda Gayle Wellman of Kenova; one brother Brian D. (Renee) Wellman of Kenova; two sisters, Tammy Wellman Ward of Lavalette, Kelley (Greg) Matney of South Point, Ohio; and one sister in law, Ronda Wellman of Kenova; her beloved nieces and nephews, Michael (Carrie) Thacker II of Huntington, Rebekah (John) Frazier of Kenova, Zach Wellman, Elijah Wellman and Sophie Wellman of Kenova, Jacob and Jonah Wellman of Kenova and Savanah and Tait Matney of South Point, Ohio. She is also survived by her dedicated mother-in-law and friend, Ada Mayo Olah, who cared for Shelley with so much love and compassion and five great- nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Brian Wellman, Michael Thacker, Zach Wellman, Elijah Wellman, Jacob Wellman and Jonah Wellman. Honorary pallbearer will be Tait Matney. Visitation will be Thursday evening September 8, 2011, at the Buffalo Valley Missionary Baptist Church from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, September 9, 2011, at the church, with Pastors Tim Jayne and Greg Matney officiating. Burial to follow in Dock's Creek Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com. Shelley will be missed by so many friends and extended family who adored her with many stories of her loving, giving spirit. As we weep here on earth, heaven has a beautiful new red-headed angel named "Shels." Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova is assisting the family.
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LEOLA DALE FRAZIER went to be with her heavenly family on September 7, 2011 after living for over 99-1/2 years. She was born November 26, 1911 to David Walter Frazier and Sarah Frazier in Wayne, W.Va. Preceding her in death was her sister, Eunice Frazier Hamer and her husband, J. P. Hamer; nephew, Jim C. Hamer and Lowell D. Stanley. Surviving relatives are nieces, Sara Lee Hamer Stanley and Gladys Hamer and many beloved great-nieces and nephews; Dr. Lowell D. Stanley Jr. and his wife, Cecile, Mark Hamer Stanley and his wife, Nancy, David Stanley and his wife, Lisa, Sara Ann Stanley Evans and her husband, Bill, Lori Dale Hamer, Jim P. Hamer II and his wife, Lesley, and Stephen A. Hamer and his wife, Donna. After graduating from Marshall University, Leola taught business classes at Buffalo High School. She left teaching to manage the office for the J. P. Hamer Lumber Co. early in its inception (1930's). After many years, the company sold and she worked for her nephew at the Jim C. Hamer Co. Her family and friends will always remember her standard of excellence, dedication and love for others. Leola was an active and faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Kenova and enjoyed many years in the "Buddy" Sunday school class. In retirement, she moved to the Woodlands and made many wonderful friendships. She became a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Huntington. Although she loved the Woodlands, she decided to celebrate her 100 year birthday in Heaven. What a party that will be! The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. until 2 p.m. Sunday, September 11, 2011, in the Welcome Center of the First Baptist Church in Kenova. A Celebration of Life service will follow beginning at 2 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Woodmere Cemetery following the Celebration of Life service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Hamer Scholarship Fund c/o the First Baptist Church of Kenova. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family.
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CARLA COLLEEN ADKINS, 52, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 11, 2011, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Pastor Johnny Jackson. Burial will follow at the Stephens Cemetery at Wayne. She was born October 13, 1958 at Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of the late Willie "Bill" and Jenevra Stephens Adkins. She was a homemaker and was Baptist by faith. A sister, Rosie Catherine Artrip, and a brother, Mitchell Adkins, also preceded her in death. Survivors include two sons, Billy Adams Jr. and his companion, Virginia Adkins of Wayne, and Danny Adams and wife, Julie Nicole of Salt Rock, W.Va.; a grandson, Daniel Blake Adams; and two sisters, Sherry Stidham and husband, Bobby of South Point, Ohio, and Fay Triplett and husband, Terry of Branchland, W.Va. Friends may call from noon until service time Sunday at Morris Funeral Home.
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RONALD J. PLYMALE, 66, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Thursday, September 7, 2011, at the Huntington VA Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by the Rev. Larry Bailey. Burial will be in Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova, W. Va. He was born November 3, 1944 in Huntington, W. Va. A son of the late Marshall and Elizabeth Bloss Plymale. He was a retired employee of Owens-Illinois Glass Plant and a U.S. Navy Veteran. He was a member of the Westmoreland Baptist Church and the DAV Chapter 2 of Huntington. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Cody Levi Plymale and two brothers, Charles T. Plymale and Floyd M. Plymale. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Judy Marlene Plymale; a daughter and son-in-law, Rhonda and Kenneth McCaffrey of Huntington; three grandchildren, Justin Ray Plymale, Breeanna Elisabeth Marlene Plymale and Brett Austin Plymale; a sister and brother-in-law, Erma and Stephen Fitz of Huntington; a brother-in-law and spouse, Danny and Peggy Hatten of Evington, Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the Reger Funeral Home, Huntington. American Legion Post 93 of Kenova will conduct military graveside rites. Online condolences maybe expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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GARY LEONARD WORKMAN, 59, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Thursday, September 8, 2011. Graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Oaklawn Memorial Park, Huntington, with Pastor Jerry Matt officiating. Gary was born October 26, 1951, in Huntington, a son of the late Denver and Violet Smith Workman. He is survived by his stepmother Betty Workman Adkins of Ceredo; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bryan and Shellie Workman of South Point, Ohio, Gary and Talitha Workman of Ceredo; a brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Deborah Workman of Huntington; a sister and brother-in-law, Joy and Buddy Trosper of Proctorville, Ohio; a stepsister and her husband, Bonnie and Milton Shannon and their daughter Amanda Galloway; five grandchildren, Jessica, Justin, Annabelle, Adam and Adeline Workman; and three nephews, Mike Workman, Gary and Jerry Hensley. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. There will be no procession to the cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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CLYDA LOU EARP, 78, of Lavalette, W.Va., died Thursday, September 8, 2011, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, September 12, 2011, at the Florence Memorial United Methodist Church, Dixon, W.Va., by Pastor Dennis Ashworth and Pastor Greg Edens. Burial will follow at Woodmere Memorial Park in Huntington, W.Va. She was born on April 27, 1933, in Huntington, a daughter of the late Ernest Hager and Virginia Marie Hager. She was a secretary/bookkeeper for Earp Construction. Survivors include her husband of 61 years Carroll McGinnis Earp; two sons, James Carroll Earp and friend Theresa Leonard and Charles McGinnis Earp and wife Molly; daughter Tammie Lou Powell and husband Philip; one half brother David Hager and wife Nora Hager; one half-sister Julia; nine grandchildren and step-grandchildren Parker James Earp, Danial James Earp and wife Mendy Earp, Eric Steven Phelps, Garan Michael Powell, Lindsey Kes-Ruggles and husband Joey Ruggles, Katie Kes and husband Ben Hollatz, Tyler Kes, Danielle Gribble, Zachary Gribble; and one great-grandchild Danya Earp and a number of nieces, nephews and special friends. She was a wonderful wife, mother, caregiver and friend to those who knew her. She was a dedicated Christian and a member of the Florence Memorial United Methodist Church in Dixon. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, September 11, 2011, at the Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Emogene Dolin Hospice House of Huntington.
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OAKLEY LYONS, 83, of Louisa went to be with his Lord on Friday September 9, 2011 following a long illness. Oakley was born May 15, 1928 at Louisa, the son of the late George and Nolda Edwards Lyons. He was a coal miner and minister. Oakley was preceded in death by his wife Opal Pearl Lyons who died in 2005. Surviviors include three sons Raymond Lyons, of Huron, Ohio, Kenneth, Lyons and Chester Lyons, both of Louisa, KY; a brother Arthur Lyons of Louisa; two sisters, Marie Church of Ohio and Laura Abshire of Michigan; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildien. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Ronnie Childers and Rev. Willie Gene Hayes on Sunday Sept. 11th at 11:00 am at the Wilson Funeral Home. Burial fol lowed in the Hayes Cemetery at Charley, KY.
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ASHER JACOB "JAKE " FITCH, 60, of Cherryville, was called home Friday September 9, 2011. He was born November 28, 1950 at Nats Creek, the son of the late Bill Ray and Elsie Chaffin Fitch. He was a Baptist Preacher. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years Frances Louise (Muncy) Fitch, a son Jason Travis Fitch of Louisa, two daughters Kimberly Robinson and Shawna Thompson, a son-in-law Timothy Thompson. He had four grandchildren Zachary Britton, Chase Britton, Katelin Robinson, and Cameron Thompson. He is also survived by five sisters Magalene Marcum and Gwen McKenzie both of Louisa, Patricia Helen Boyd of Flatwoods, KY, Eva Bowen of Phoenix, AZ, and Nora Jane Bowen of Inez, KY; a brother Thomas Fitch of South Carolina, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother and four sisters. Funeral services were conducted by Bro. Richard "Doc" Maynard and Rev. Edgar James on Monday Sept. 12th at 1:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Fitch Family Cemetery at Cherryville, KY.
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JUDY S. PREECE PARKS, 69, of Fort Gay, WV passed away Saturday September 10, 2011 following a brief illness. Judy was born April 27, 1942 at Louisa, KY, the daughter of the late Mack and Marie Skaggs Preece. She was the Wayne County Community Center Director. Survivors include a daughter and son-in- law Pamela and Darrell Branham of Louisa; two grandchildren Dustin and Tommy Branham; a brother Bud Preece of Ashland, KY; several nieces and nephews; and a very special friend Rose Meredith of Fort Gay, WV. She was preceded in death by a sister Carole McCoy. Funeral services were on Tuesday September 13th at 2:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home by Rev. Richard Maynard. Burial followed in the Hay-Muncy Cemetery at Smokey Valley. Online condolences may be made to www.timeformemory.com/wilson
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LILLY "Boots" McCONNELL PERRY, 79, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Saturday, September 10, 2011, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington, W.Va. She was born August 13, 1932, at Radnor, W.Va., daughter of the late Rightley and Norma Curnutte McConnell. Boots was also preceded in death by her husband Tony Perry; a son-in-law Buddy Payne; a brother Frank McConnell; sisters Flora White and husband Roncie, Edna Stackpole and husband Ralph, Edith Sharps and husband Harry; and in-laws Bill Grieves, Yvonne McConnell, Elizabeth Perry and Wayne Williamson. Survivors include a daughter Donna Payne; two sons, Tony Mac Perry and wife Connie and Buddy Lee Perry and wife Deborah; a daughter at heart Georgia Copley; her grandchildren Marc "Pooh" and wife Hope Payne, Tracie "Sugar Boog" Payne, Brandi "Punkin Puss" and husband Eric Watts, Shane "Blue Eyed Malungeon" and wife Savannah Perry, Rachel " Funny Face" Perry, Bradley Arobogast and Tiffany Wiley; great-grandchildren Layken "Squash Blossom" and Mackenzie "Peanut" Payne, Nicholas "Nic Nic" Wiley, Emilee "Tootles" and Landon "Rooster" Watts, all of whom were her pride and joy. Surviving siblings include Marie Grieves, Jim McConnell and wife Bettye, Joe McConnell and wife Bess, and Russell McConnell. She leaves behind many nieces and nephews, special friends Lee Lowe, Barb Plybon and Donna Dempsey, plus many, many more. She was a wonderful loving person, homemaker and faithful member of Ceredo Church of Christ. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at the Ceredo Church of Christ with services to follow at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 14, 2011, at the church. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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BERTHA CLEO RAMEY, 61, went home to be with the Lord on September 10, 2011, at her home in Branchland, W.Va., after a courageous battle with cancer. At the time of her passing, she was comforted by the presence of her family. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at McGhee-Handley Funeral Home, West Hamlin, W.Va., with Pastor Elder Tim Davis and Elder Allan Frye officiating. Burial will follow at Franklin Cemetery, Branchland. She was born September 4, 1950, in Kiahsville, W.Va., and was the daughter of the late Tommy and Edna Osborne Cyfers. She was also preceded in death by an infant brother, Herbert Ray Cyfers, and a brother-in-law, Harold Conners. She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Elder Douglas Ramey; one son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Darla (Susie) Ramey of Huntington; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lala and Rick Wiley of Barboursville, W.Va., and Greta and Okey Noe of Morgantown, W.Va.; three granddaughters, Jessica Ramey, Jenna Noe and Sophie Noe; and three grandsons, Joshua Kain Ramey, Adam Wiley and Landon Wiley. In addition, she is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Janie and Jessie Owens of Grundy, Va.; a sister, Hattie Ann Conners of Cleveland, Ohio; a brother, Otto Cyfers of Columbus, Ohio; and a brother and sister-in-law, Taylor and Annabel Cyfers of Ranger. She is also survived by a host of dear family and friends for whom she will be greatly missed. Bertha will be remembered as a devoted wife, nurturing mother, and caring and compassionate friend. Above all, she will be remembered as a devout Christian, whose faith was evident until her death. The passages in Proverbs 31:10-31 personified the life she led: "...the heart of her husband doth safely trust in her...she will do him good and not evil all the days of her life...She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates." Visitation will be September 12, 2011, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the McGhee-Handley Funeral Home, West Hamlin.
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ANTHONY LEE MARSHALL "Tony," 38, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Sunday, September 11, 2011, at his residence. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 14, 2011, with Roger Perry officiating at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne. Tony was born October 25, 1972 in Orrville, Ohio, son of Douglas and Catherine Marshall of Wayne. As September 11 marks a historical moment in our nation's history, it also represents to our family the day that the third tower fell. Tony was a man of large stature and physical strength. Those who knew him know that goes without saying. For those who never had the pleasure of knowing him, the strength of his heart surpassed that of his exterior appearance by leaps and bounds. Tony truly had a love for life as well as those involved in his own. He was a man that as the old saying goes "would give you the shirt off his back." He was a devoted husband, son, brother, uncle and a true friend, and was a devoted Christian and member of Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church who truly loved Jesus Christ above all others. His last occupational description was that of a industrial machinery mechanic, but that only describes a small fraction of his talents which include a carpenter, cabinet maker, small engine repair mechanic and was very handy around a vehicle. If it could be built he could build it. If it were to be broken, he could fix it. Many did not know his hidden artistic ability when it came to drawing. Tony was best known for his love of lawn care. It was seldom seen for his pickup truck to pass by and not to harness a riding mower in the bed of it. He was the caretaker of Mt. Vernon Cemetery for the last two decades, and took extreme pride in its overall beauty. He cared for multiple home landscapes as well. This was his true passion. He was preceded in death by his grandfather George Marshall; grandmother Jean Carpenter; and niece Alaina Grace Marshall. Tony is survived by his wife Carrie Michelle Marshall; one sister, Michelle Christian and husband Joshua of Wayne; two brothers, Richard "Scott" Marshall and wife Shonda of Wayne and Douglas "Punkin" Marshall and wife Melissa of Wayne; a special niece, Chelsea Marshall; a close brother-in-law, Jody Watts and wife Betsy; his "second parents," Mike and Teresa Watts; nieces Kaylee Christian, Kara and Ashley Marshall, Samantha Dean and Kloey Watts; nephews Joshua Christian, Colby Marshall, Carl Dean, Korey Watts and Kaden Watts; one special niece whom he loved as a daughter, Nevaeh Dean; and a host of additional family and friends. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne. Those who knew him, loved him dearly, and those who didn't, would have. His presence here on earth will be deeply missed, but his memory will remain with us forever. We can take comfort during our time of grief in knowing that he rests comfortably in the arms of the Lord without pain or suffering. We will forever love him. This was our "Tony."
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GERALD EDWARD SPENCE, 61, of Winchester, Virginia, went home on September 12, 2011, at Winchester Medical. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Rev. Claude Spurlock. Burial will follow in Dock's Creek Cemetery, Kenova, W.Va. Jerry was born December 30, 1949, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of the late Wallace Albert and Dorothy Fizer Spence. Jerry was married to Kathy Lee Wintz Spence, his best friend. Jerry was a corrugated container designer for over 30 years. He was a member of N-SSA since 1969. He loved American History. In addition to his wife, survivors include two sons whom he loved very much and one daughter-in-law, Nathan (Faith) Spence and Matthew Spence; one grandson, Benjamin and a special friend Brittney. Jerry is also survived by one sister Kellie Sibley and her husband Michael, of W.Va., a niece Ashley, and nephews Andrew and Dustin. Jerry will be missed by many friends, cousins, aunts, and a special uncle John Spence of Ohio. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until service time Friday at Reger Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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MOLLIE KATHRYN BALLENGEE, 92, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011, at the Heritage Center. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011, at 1 p.m. at the St. Peter's Episcopal Church by Rev. Ralph Stromb. Private burial will be in Bowen Cemetery. She was born Nov. 16, 1918, in Cabell County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Bruns Ballengee and Clara Stratton Ballengee Vickers. She retired from the Cabell County Board of Education as cafeteria manager at Enslow Middle School. She was a lifetime member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, James Vickers; three brothers, Charles R., Bert S., and Marvin K. Ballengee; and a sister-in-law, Mary Ballengee. Survivors include a sister, Patricia Jean Layne; a sister-in-law, Martha Ballengee; nieces, Helen Louise Lostis, Clara Hamlin, Joanne Drown, Rebecca Ballengee, and a special niece, Audra Miller; nephews, Andy, Charles, Howard, Douglas, Russell, Lawrence and Glenn Ballengee; and several great-nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank her care takers Janice Hensley and Ethel Shockley. Friends may call from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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KATHERINE JANE CYRUS McDERMOTT, of Ona, W.Va., entered the gates of Heaven and claimed her reward September 14, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Hughie Allen and Katherine G. Mallory Cyrus. She was Baptist by faith, and was a 1956 graduate of Barboursville High School, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star #95, Barboursville, and a life member of the WV 4-H Allstars. She was also active in many other organizations through her life. She was a retired Cabell County School kindergarten aide. Survivors include her husband William H. "Bill" McDermott; her son, W. Alan McDermott and his wife, Lynda; her daughter, Misty D. Adkins and her husband Shannon; and her grandsons that were her pride and joy, William and Adam McDermott, and Keegan and Kylar Adkins, all of Ona. Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. Eastern Star services will be conducted at 7 p.m. at the Wallace Funeral Home. Graveside services will be private. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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ORVLLE STROUD, 71, of Grayson, Ky., passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2011. He was born November 25, 1939, at Crum, W.Va., a son of the late Brookie and Allen Stroud. His brother, Wayne Stroud also preceded him in death along with three sisters, Lora King, Olive Sutherland, and Edna Mae Mills. Orville proudly served our country in the United States Army. He leaves behind his wife Hazel Stroud; three daughters, Karen Jones and husband Robert of Garrison, KY., Sandra Stroud-Zorn and husband Martin of Bethel, MN, and Renee Coghill and husband J.R. of Chesapeake, OH; five grandchildren, Kyle Ross Coghill, Christopher Ryan Orville Coghill, both of Chesapeake, Robby Jones and Jessica Jones of Garrison, KY, and Kayla Brookie Zorn of Bethel, MN; one brother, James Stroud and wife Betty; four sisters, Genevieve Wallace, Marie Dillon, Ollie Smith and husband Robert, and Elizabeth Marcum and husband William; and numerous nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends. Funeral services will be conducted at noon on Friday, September 16, 2011 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Stephens officiating. Burial will follow in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East, Greenup Co., Ky. Friends may call after 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.
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GWENDOLYN MAYNARD DAMRON, 74, left her mortal body to be with the Lord on 15 September 2011, at St Mary's Hospital. She was born February 13, 1937, in McComas, W.Va., to the late Romeo Maynard, and Minnie Clark. She was also preceded in death by her step-father Okey Clark, and a brother Hoyt Maynard. She was a retired real estate professional and current President of the West Virginia Federation of Democratic Women, Wayne County Club. She was also the recipient of the Democrat of the Year award in 2010. She leaves to morn, her husband of 56 years, Dannie R. Damron; a son Dannie R. Damron Jr. of Huntington, and a daughter Lynn M. Byard of Columbus Ohio; five grandsons, Christopher "Luke" Damron, Dannie "Trey" Damron III, Mark Allen Byard II, Adam Spencer Byard, Corey Brian Byard. Also surviving is one brother, Jess Maynard of Montana and Judy Hale. The family will receive friends and family at 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 17, followed by a memorial service at 7 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Home & Chapel. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) http://www.lls.org/
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LETA LOUISE HATTEN BELLOMY, 82, of Prichard, W.Va., passed away September 16, 2011, at J.J. Jordan Geriatric Center, Louisa, Ky. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, September 18, 2011, at Young Funeral Home Chapel, Louisa, Rev. Mack Ray Cyrus and Dr. Marc Workman officiating. Interment will follow at Lakin Cemetery, Prichard. Mrs. Bellomy was born December 17, 1928, at Hubbardstown, W.Va., to the late Dwight Hatten and Laura Perdue Hatten. Her husband, Howard Lester Bellomy, preceded her in death in 1991 Son Howard Lee Bellomy also preceded her in death. She was a homemaker. and member of Bellomy chapel Church and Whites Creek Order of Easter Star #159. Surviving are daughter Rose (Bernie) Moore of Prichard; son Dwight (Sharon) Bellomy of Beckley, W.Va.; sister Mildred Frasher of Titusville, Fla.; granddaughters Melissa Adkins, Jennifer Bonentant, Susan (Duane) Lee, Rebecca (Stephen) Skeens and Laura Bellomy, and great-grandchildren Abbie, Adam, Leigh, Ryan and Ryder. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Young Funeral Home, Louisa. An Eastern Star service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday.
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JACK CONRAD GILKERSON, 75, left this earth and was reunited with the Lord and was met by all his family that went before him on Friday, September 16, 2011. He is so unbelievably missed by Nancy and LeAnne, his wife and daughter. Also by his sister Yvonne (Bev) and brother, Drew (Pat) and was so loved by all nieces and nephews, along with the many people who called him friend. He was preceded in death by a brother, Paul (Donna) Gilkerson and two sisters, Gwendolen White and Myra (Garland) Brumfield. He was such a strong, loving man who had great pleasure for the simple things; they made him happy, the best being a good day of fishing. His family hopes that he had that kind of day. He was a retired electrician with IBEW Local 317, and after continued to contribute as a retiree and he would always help anyone who needed it. The men he knew in the local he considered a true brotherhood. He held a great deal of gratitude and confidence in Dr. Eugenia Jarrell and Laura and Amy. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011, at Beard Mortuary from 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Friday, September 23, 2011, at 1 p.m. at the First Wesleyan Church, 3135 Washington Blvd., Huntington, with Pastor Glen Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. A celebration of Jack's life will follow at the Fellowship Hall at the church. Special thanks to Mud River Fire Department, EMS Services, WV State Police and Annie. Online condolences can be conveyed to the family at www.beardmortuary.com
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BOBBY DALE SLOAN, 65, of Ceredo, W.Va., passed away Saturday, September 17, 2011, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 21, 2011, at Rollins Funeral Home with Pastor Rodney Hale officiating. Interment will follow in the Slone Family Cemetery in Branchland, W.Va. He was born March 19, 1946, in West Hamlin, W.Va., a son of the late Basil Cecil and Mary Madeline Parsons Sloan. Bobby was a former dispatcher for Conway Freight. Besides his parents, he was also preceded by one brother James Cecil Sloan and one sister Mary Sloan. Bobby is survived by two brothers, Lowell Sloan of Litchfield, Michigan and Roy Sloan of Huntington, W.Va.; two sisters, Linda Vinecourt of Lambertville, Michigan and Merle Manns of Kenova, W.Va.; and a host of nieces and nephews. Friends may call one hour prior to services at Rollins Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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PATTY ANN FRAZIER MARCUM, 76, of Fort Gay passed away on September 17, 2011. She was a member of Friendship United Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents Max and Edith Doss Frazier. She is survived by her children; Larry (Sue) Marcum of Fort Gay, Linda (Mike) Gilkerson of Fort Gay, Bobby (Lora) Marcum of Fort Gay, Elliot Marcum of Fort Gay, Deanna Caudill of Fort Gay and John Paul (Lawona) Marcum of Louisa; two brothers, Max Jr. (Carolyn) Frazier of Louisa and Denny (Diane) Frasher of Louisa; four sisters, Rita (Tony) Caperton of Proctorville, OH, Tennie Sue (Fred) Fraley of Fort Gay, Jennie Lou (Joe) Rose of Fort Gay and Kathy Johnson of Urbana, OH. Funeral services were Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Doss Cemetery in Fort Gay.
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MARION H. COLLINS, 86, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Sunday, September 18, 2011, at his home. He was born June 21, 1925, in Prestonsburg, Ky., a son of the late Charlie and Emma Spears Collins. Marion was a carpenter and a U.S. Army veteran. Marion enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as woodworking and had a love for helping others. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 67 years, Mary Helen Collins. He was also preceded in death by six sisters, Anice Webb, Gladys Patrick, Annalee Jackson, Lucy Thompson, Alice Raines and Gracie Terry; five brothers, Kelly Collins, Jeff Collins, Rodolph Collins, Woodrow Collins and Tommy Collins. Survivors include one brother, Bobby (Joyce) Collins of Akron, Ohio; numerous nieces and nephews. Marion will be loved and missed by everyone who knew him. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bartram Chapel with Pastor Richard Maynard officiating. Burial will follow at Frasher Cemetery, Fort Gay, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Young Funeral Home, Louisa, Ky.
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CHARLES E. MOORE, 69, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Sunday, September 18, 2011, in St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born April 16, 1942, in Huntington, W.Va., son of the late Edward and Margaret Kelley Moore. Charles is survived by his wife Kathryn, son Wesley, daughter Bethany A. Goble, and daughter Madelaine M. Wickham, daughter-in-law Kendra and son-in-law Philip, grandchildren Nathaniel and Andrew Goble, Gracie, Lilly and Caleb Moore and Noah Wickham. Charles was a retired science teacher, having taught at C-K, Buffalo and Spring Valley. He was also an avid photographer and artist, working in water color and pastels. But, the love of his life was teaching the Bible. He was a Sunday School teacher his entire adult life, and will long be remembered by the thousands of lives he taught and touched. It would be and is Charles' greatest desire that all would come to know Jesus as their personal savior. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 20, 2011, at Rollins Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be conducted for the family. A celebration of Charles' life will be held at Grassland Community Church, 17839 Bear Creek Road, Catlettsburg, Ky., at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, September 22, 2011. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to either Grassland Community Church or The American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Checks may be made to American Diabetes Association, for ADA Memorials. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
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RALPH LAMBERT, 83, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away September 19, 2011, at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 24, 2011, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Pastors Larry Blankenship and Roger Perry officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne. He was born July 9, 1928, in Rittman, Ohio, a son of the late Jay B. and Queen Crabtree Lambert. Ralph was a member of Bethesda Baptist Church and he retired from The Herald-Dispatch. He is also preceded in death by his wife Reba Mary Lambert and a daughter Tamera Fay Lambert. Survivors include one daughter Marsha (Laddie) Cyrus of Wayne; one son Robert (Valeri) Lambert of Huntington; one sister Mildred Lambert of Huntington; one brother George (JoAnn) Lambert of South Charleston, W.Va.; two grandchildren, Cora Perry and Jaymie Cyrus, and two great-grandchildren, Brandon Hankins and Kaytlin Frye, all of Wayne; two nieces, Lolita Kirk and Crystal Young, both of South Charleston; and a special sister-in-law Lola Stickler and husband Melvin. The family would like to send a special thank you to Hospice of Huntington. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, September 23, 2011.
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Loving wife and mother, BONNIE SUE LEEP, 60, of Wayne, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 19, 2011. She was born January 2, 1951, in Wayne, a daughter of the late Lonnie and Macie Bradshaw. Also preceding her in death were three sisters, Thelma Carson, Virginia Cox and Emmarine Bradshaw, and four brothers, Lonnie Bradshaw Jr., Millard Bradshaw, Hiram Bradshaw and Jessie Bradshaw. She leaves behind her loving husband of 37 years, Glenny Leep; three daughters, Rhonda Stinnett and husband Rob of Lavalette, W.Va., Angela Perry and Eddie Napier of Wayne, and April Jackson and husband Mike, also of Wayne; and six grandchildren, Hope Jarrett of Wayne, Trevor Plybon of Lavalette, Shelby Napier, Trever Napier, Chase Jackson and Brayden Jackson, all of Wayne. Also surviving is one sister, Mary Frances Egas and husband Raul of Wayne; one brother, Frank James Bradshaw and Donna Brunty, also of Wayne; special niece and nephew, Kim Tapparo of Oklahoma and Chris Carson of Wayne, whom she considered her own; and family and friends too numerous to mention. The family would like to thank all those who offered loving prayers and support, and also Hospice of Huntington for their kindness and care. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, September 23, 2011, at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Brother Darrell Adkins officiating. Burial will follow in the Bowen Cemetery, Beech Fork. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
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DANYELLE FAYE JOHNSON, 35, of Louisa passed away Monday September 19, 2011 at the UK Medical Center following a long illness. Danyelle was born April 7, 1976 in Louisa, the daughter of William Daniel Green and the late Rita Marie Bailey Green. She was a homemaker. In addition to her mother, Danyelle was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Johnson, Maternal Grandmother Faye Bailey and Paternal Grandmother Kathryn Runyon. Survivors include two sisters, Angel Compton of Louisa and KayDee Cooke of Michigan; two brothers, Derek Cooke of Michigan and Sandman of Louisa; her father Danny Green of Michigan; Maternal Grandfather Willard Bailey of Louisa, and several Aunts and Uncles. Funeral services ere conducted by Bro. Adam Hooser on Friday September 23rd at 11:00 am at the Emmanuel Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Bailey Family Cemetery at Chapman, KY. Arrangements are under the direction of Wilson Funeral Home Louisa, KY. Online condolences may be sent to www.timeformemory.com/ wilson
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CAROL ROSE GULLIVER, 58, of Lawrence Square Apartments, Louisa, passed away Monday September 19, 2011. Carol was born on September 25, 1952 in Louisa, KY the daughter of the late Charles and Marie Wellman. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister Mary Ann Hanson. She was a member of the First Church of Big Hurricane. She loved reading books, but most of all loved visiting and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include two sons John Gulliver and wife Tricia of Westford, MA and Paul Gulliver and wife Jenn of Salem, NH; five grandchildren Anthony, Alexandra, Kristiana, Angelie, and Justin; a sister Barbie Thompson and husband Arnold of Louisa; and a brother David Wellman and wife Martha of North Carolina. Carol is also survived by many Aunts, Uncle,s, Nieces Nephews and friends. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday evening September 22nd at 8:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home by Rev. Darrin Fetheroff. Friends may call after 4:00 pm Thursday at Wilson Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to www.timeformemory.com/ wilson
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MARY FRANCES PERDUE, 78, of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., formerly of Huntington, W.Va., wife of Richard C. "Bob" Perdue, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday Sept 20, 2011. She was a homemaker. She was a former member and former President of the Huntington Women's Bowling Association, member emeritus of the Huntington 500 Club, a former member of the Pea Ridge Woman's Club and a volunteer at the Red Cross of Huntington. She was preceded in death by her parents James Kermit Jarrell and Irene Selbee Jarrell, her brothers James "Sonny" Jarrell, Johnny Jarrell, and her sister Anna Jean Meadows. In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters, Connie (Gary) Maynard and Carolyn (Joe) Powers and four sons, Rick (Tami), Ernie (Penny), Alan and David (Nana). She is also survived by 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and sister Kitty Nunley; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Reger Funeral Home. Funeral service will be conducted by Rev. Ralph Houck and Rev. Roger Mooney at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Reger Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at Susie Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The American Red Cross.
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AARON ANTHONY THOMPSON, 31, of Genoa, WV, died September 20, 2011 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Aaron was born January 27, 1980 in Huntington, WV, a son of Norma Miller, of Genoa, WV and the late Charles A. Miller. Aaron was employed Cassidy Tree Trimming. He also leaves behind the love of his life, Suzie Elliott of Wayne, WV; two brothers, Charles Dana Miller of Wayne, WV and David Michael Miller of Genoa, WV; a special friend, Larry Ross; a great aunt, Blanche Poe; and two childhood friends, Kevin Stroud and David Perry. Burial will follow this service in the Thompson Cemetery Genoa WV.
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GREGORY WARREN CYRUS, 62, of St. Albans, W.Va., husband of Brenda K. Cyrus, died Sept. 20 at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, W.Va. He was a retired Kanawha County schoolteacher. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, St. Albans; burial at Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans. www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.
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INEZ KATHERINE ADKINS MAYS ADKINS, 68, of East Lynn, W.Va., passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2011, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 24, 2011, at Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Minister Emual Adkins. Burial will be in Mays Cemetery, East Lynn. She was born October 22, 1942, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Audie and Rebecca Perry Adkins. She was also preceded in death by her first husband Clinton Mays; one son Floyd Lee Mays; six brothers and sisters. She is survived by her husband Kermit Adkins; two daughters and sons-in-law Connie and Tom Boyce of Glenwood, W.Va., and Anita and Fred Farley of Chesapeake, Ohio; two sons and daughters-in-law Lloyd Mays and Melissa Starcher of Huntington, W.Va., and Boyd and Kristi Mays of Branchland, W.Va.; three sisters and brothers-in-law Alberta and Hughie Adkins of East Lynn, Linda and Everett Dillman of Huntington, and Carolyn and Hanable Adkins of East Lynn; two brothers and a sister-in-law Audie Adkins Jr. of East Lynn and Charlie and Joyce Adkins of Wayne; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Tiny and Brenda Davis of East Lynn; 11 grandchildren, Keith and Roxie, Shawn and Kayla, Jason and Jamie, Devan, Madison, Macey, Corey, Cody, Emmily, Christian, and Rachel; six great-grandchildren Katarina, Katrina, Lestat, Payton, Mason and Hunter. The family would like to thank the Oncology staff of St Mary's Medical Center and the staff of Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House for their care and kindness during her illness. Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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ELLIOTT MARCUM, 45, of Fort Gay passed away on September 22, 2011. He was an electrical foreman. He is preceeded in death by his mother Patty Ann Frazier Marcum and daughter Tori Marcum. He is survived by his father Owen Marcum of Fort Gay; his two daughters, Karen Lynn Marcum of Louisa and Brittany (Robert) Kelley of Fort Gay; two sons, Elliott Scott Marcum of Fort Gay and Aaron Drake Marcum of Fort Gay; two sisters, Linda Kay (Mike) Gilkerson of Fort Gay and Deanna Gilkerson of Fort Gay; three brothers, Larry Owen (Sue) Marcum of Fort Gay, Bobby Gene (Lora) Marcum of Fort Gay, and John Paul (Lawana) Marcum of Louisa, in addition to three grandchildren, Addison Brooke, Emmalyn Paige and Matthew Kelly. Funeral services were scheduled for Sunday, September 25 at 2 p.m. in Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Marcum Cemetery.
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SPICIE MARIAH ADKINS, 84, of Lavalette, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 23, 2011. She was born December 19, 1926 at Stiltner, W.Va., a daughter of the late Artist Samuel Richardson and Fannie Fry Richardson. Her brothers Algia Richardson and Ellis Richardson also preceded her in death. Spicie worked approximately 25 years as the manager of the AMVETS Thrift Shop in Loraine, Ohio, and was a member of Laurel Freewill Baptist Church. She leaves behind her husband of 63 years, Clyde Adkins; one daughter, Brenda Adkins and husband Danny of East Lynn, W.Va.; two sons, Mike Adkins of Lavalette, and Rick Adkins and wife Mary of Ceredo, W.Va.; 10 grandchildren; and 13. Also surviving is one sister and best friend, Gladys Adkins and her husband N.P. of Wayne; and a host of friends and family too numerous to mention. Funeral services were conducted 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 27, 2011 with Pastor Jerry Casteel officiating. Burial followed in Community Memorial Gardens.
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JUANITA CARMEN FINLEY JOHNSON, 86, of Ceredo, W.Va., died Friday, September 23, 2011, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. She was born March 19, 1925, in East Lynn, W.Va., to the late Martin and Anna Murphy Finley. She united in marriage to Mr. Don Carlos Johnson, who preceded her in death. To this union was born one daughter Martha (Richard) Hanley who survives. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, John Finley and Ilene Pelfrey. Mrs. Johnson was a member of the Ceredo Christian Baptist Church. Additional survivors include her grandchildren Gene, Don and Robin May, great-grandchildren Robbie and Zane May, and a special friend Nora Hodge. A memorial service will be conducted at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Ceredo Christian Baptist Church with Pastor Cleo Watson officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 1, 2011. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.
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BERTHA RUTH PERRY, 83, of Huntington, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011, at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Bob Talbert. Burial will follow at Earls Cemetery. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Bertha was a homemaker and a member of the Mays Chapel United Methodist Church. Bertha was born Sept. 3, 1928, in Wayne County, W.Va., the daughter of the late Charles Richard and Elra Iona Adkins Norris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Perry; a special daughter-in-law, Pam Perry; and three brothers and five sisters. She is survived by her two daughters, Judy (Ronald) Graham of Huntington and Donna (Larry) Adkins of Wurtland, Ky.; and five sons, Jim (Judy) Perry of Proctorville, Ohio, Miles Perry of Huntington, Dale (Jodie) Perry of Coal Grove, Ohio, Eddie (Debbie) Perry of South Point, Ohio, and Scott (Becky) Perry of Lavalette, W.Va.; 15 grandchildren, Kevin Graham, Kelli Bennett, Wendy Adkins, Mark Adkins, Stacy Masters, Jeff Adkins, Amanda Sammons, Jimmy Curt, Lance, Allen Jr., Tyler, Shelby, Jason, Josh and Danielle Perry; 21 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26, 2011, at the Reger Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the Hospice House of Huntington. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger.
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LUKE RICHARD HARSHBARGER, of Culloden, W.Va., went to be with the Lord September 26, 2011. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2011, at Central Church of the Nazarene, Huntington, W.Va., Pastor Ronnie Adams officiating. Burial will follow at Adkins Cemetery, East Lynn, W.Va. Luke was the son of Meagan and Charles Harshbarger Jr. Survivors include one brother, Landon Lee Harshbarger at home; grandparents Debra and August Zinkl of Scott Depot, W.Va., Charlie and Janet Harshbarger of Milton, W.Va., Danny and Darlene Spears of Scottown, Ohio; great-grandparents Bonnie Crockett of Huntington, W.Va., and Gary and Geneva Harshbarger. Mommy and daddy will always love you. Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va., is serving the family.
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ELOISE FRAZIER TALBERT, 82, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2011, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2011, at Spring Valley Memorial Gardens, Huntington, by her son Pastor Bob Talbert. Burial will follow. She was born February 16, 1929, at New Boston, Ohio, a daughter of the late Delbert and Agnes Davis Frazier. She was a retired CNA with the Cabell-Huntington Health Department and attended Mays Chapel at Lavalette, W.Va. Her husband Ray Talbert, the parents who raised her Norman and Media Maynard, two sisters Virginia Sanders and Marie Maynard, two brothers Glenn Frazier and Bobby Frazier, and a son-in-law Tommy Adkins, also preceded her in death. Survivors include a daughter Norma Jean "Susie" Adkins of Huntington; three sons, Rev. Robert "Bob" Talbert and wife Theresa and Terry Lee Talbert and wife Gail, all of Huntington, and Earnest Glen Talbert of Wayne; nine grandchildren, Terry Glen Talbert, Eugenia Carol McCoy, Bobbi Jo Talbert, James Ray Talbert, Jonathan Daniel Talbert, Jennifer Renee Edwards, Mitzi Ray Adams, Wesley Talbert and Celette Nicole Talbert; and 12 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va. The family wishes to extend special thanks to her caregivers, Kelicia, Heather and Cristi.
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JERRY D. SALMONS, 54, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. He was born December 10, 1956 in Williamson, W.Va., a son of the late "Bud" Salmons and Eva Lovins Salmons. His nephew Davey Tabor also preceded him in death. He leaves behind his loving wife of 32 years, Lora Sue McCoy Salmons; one daughter, Kristie Smith and husband Randy; one son, Matt Salmons and wife Amanda; five grandchildren, Nathaniel, Makayla, Wyatt "Wy-Wy" Smith, and Jacob and Caleb Osborne, all of Wayne. Also surviving are three brothers, Charles Jervis and wife Brenda of Rittman, Oh., Jimbo Jervis and wife Donna of Dunlow, W.Va., Bruce Salmons and Barbie Willis of Genoa, W.Va.; three sisters, Mary Lou Starr and husband Danny of Wayne, Edna White, also of Wayne, and Zelma Robertson and husband Beecher of Dunlow; nine nieces and nephews; special friend Glen Stephens of Wayne; and many other friends and family too numerous to mention. Funeral services were conducted 1 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2011, at Johnson Tiller Funeral, Home with Pastor Tommy Damron officiating. Burial followed in the Robinson Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Friday.
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JOHNNY MACK SAVAGE, 64, of Fallsburg, KY, passed away Tuesday September 27, 2011 at Three Rivers Medical Center following a long illness. Johnny was born April 5, 1947 in Louisa, KY, the son of the late Arthur Savage Jr. and Mary Frances Yates Savage Rice. He was a carpenter. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Diana Kaye Savage and a half sister Katie. Survivors include a daughter Janie Savage of Columbus, Ohio, his step father Jack Rice of Louisa; two sisters, Debbie Gillum of Louisa, Penny May of Webbville, KY; two half sisters, Elizabeth and Nancy; five brothers, Gary Arthur Savage of Sandusky, OH, Jack Savage and Jess Milton Savage both of Louisa, Randy Rice also Louisa, and Greg Rice of Louisa; several nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday Sept. 29th at 1:00, pm at the Savage Memorial Methodist Church by Rev. Jack Savage. Burial followed in the Benard-Yates Cemetery at Fallsburg, KY. Online condolences may be made to www.timeformemory.com/wilson
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BRENDA KAY LYCAN, 68, of Louisa passed away on September 28, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph Hill and Samolene Maynard Hill. She is survived by her daughter Melissa Lycan of Raleigh North Carolina, son David Lycan of Huntington WV and one brother Charles Hill of Fort Gay, in addition to one grandchild Ryan David Lycan. Funeral services were scheduled for October 30 at 2 p.m. at the grave side in Hill Cemetery Fort Gay and burial followed.
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JAMES A "JIM" GOODMAN, 77, of Bradenton, Fl., died September 28, 2011. He was born in Wayne County and moved to Bradenton in 1963. He is a veteran of the US Navy during Korea. He attended Bayshore Baptist Church and was a brotherhood director and choir member for many years. Jim attended Marshall University and was a member of DAV Post 18, and a lifetime member of the American Legion, VFW and the Manatee Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife of 48.5 years, Linda of Bradenton, FL, sons James Jr. (Betty) of Melbourne Fl., Todd (Katie) of Sarasota Fl. and daughter Cyndee (Ed) Cheri of Myakka City, Fl.in addition to four grandchildren. A memorial service was held on Monday, October 3, 2011 at Bayshore Baptist Church in Bradenton. Brown and Sons Funeral Home and Crematory handled the arrangements. Condolences can be sent to www.brownandsonsfuneral. com.
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GEORGIA MARIE LLOYD JARRELL, 93, of Fort Gay, went to be with her Lord and Savior in Hospice House of Huntington on September 28, 2011. She was born February 15, 1918 at Joel's Branch in Wayne County. Georgia was preceded in death by her loving husband Ebby Jarrell, a son Charles Jarrell of Fort Gay, a grandson Matt Jarrell of Tx, and a very special niece Bonnie Thompson of Fort Gay. Georgia was the daughter of the late Booker Lloyd and Mary Elizabeth Crabtree Lloyd Thompson and step daughter of Freelin Thompson. She is survived by four sisters Salley Rickey, Lena Drnka and Betty Kitt, all of Ohio, Jewell Thompson and one brother Clifford Thompson of Fort Gay. She is also survived by one daughter Kathey M. Jarrell Dillon of Huntington, three sons and daughters in law; Lindsey and Stella Jarrell of Rittman OH, Paul and Judy Jarrell of South Point, Artie and Judy Jarrell of Fort Gay. A special niece and nephew Patty Evans and Timmy Thompson, both of Fort Gay. The family would like to thank The Heritage Center of Huntington and Hospice of Huntington for their great care. Visitation will be Sat. October 2 at Young Funeral Home Louisa. Service will be at 2 p.m. Oct. 2 at Young's Chapel. Burial will follow in the Jarrell Family Cemetery on Mill Creek in Fort Gay.
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MRS. FRITZ BOWE FERGUSON, 94, of Metuchen, New Jersey passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 29, 2011 surrounded by her family. She was born on January 1, 1917 to the late Grover and Virginia Jackson Bowe in Wayne County, WV. Fritz was predeceased by her loving husband, Worth Ferguson, in 1996. They were married for 58 years and lived most of that time in Man, WV. They were very active, long time members of Bruce McDonald Methodist Church of Man. Fritz was also a member of the Logan Chapter of the Eastern Star. She worked for many years in the company stores of local coal companies in Logan County, WV. Fritz was also predeceased by her brothers Ralph Bowe and Grover Bowe Jr. and her sisters, Augusta Bias and Billie Trautwein. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Ann and Mark Behrens of Metuchen, New Jersey. She also leaves behind a beloved granddaughter Leann Parker, her husband Eric Parker and her cherished great grandson Devin, all of Columbus, Ohio; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Buck and Ruth Ferguson of Wayne, WV, sister-in-law Mary Ferguson of Milton, WV, and several nieces and nephews. Eastern Star services will be conducted at Morris Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 6, 2011 by Logan Chapter 60, Order of Eastern Star. Graveside services will follow at the Elmwood Cemetery of Wayne, WV with Pastor Mike Dillon officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the Morris Funeral Home Chapel in Wayne, WV. In lieu of flowers, donations in Fritz's memory could be made to Caring Hospice, 1090 King George Post Road, Suite 703, Edison, New Jersey 08837 or to a charity of your choice.
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HELEN WHITT MEADE, 76, of Marrowbone went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 30, 2011, at her home. She was born on March 21, 1935 in Mingo County, she was the daughter of the late Bill and Ersie Newsome Whitt. She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Meade Sr., and two brothers and two sisters. Helen was a homemaker. Helen is survived by her sons; William J. Jr. (Norma) Mead of South Whitley, IN., Clyde (Cheryl) Meade of Angola, IN, Warren Mead of Columbus, OH, Ronnie Mead of Columbus, Johnny (Mary Lou) Meade of Churchville, VA, Euell Meade of Kermit as well as her daughters Bonnie (Randall) Muncy of Mansfield, OH, Betty (Matthew) Marcum of Logan and Ruth Ann (Rick) Romans of Kermit as well as 29 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren. Helen also leaves behind a brother, Curtis Whitt of Kermit and a sister Ruth Blankenship of North Manchester IN. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at 12 p.m. at the Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home, Warfield Chapel. Burial followed in the Newsom Ridge Cemetery in Naugatuck. Arrangements were under the direction of Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home, Inez, Ky.