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Calvin Adkins

 

Calvin Adkins, 66, of Fredricksburg, Va., formerly of St. Albans, died July 3, 2009. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, is serving the family.

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Neely R. Arthur

 

Mr. Neely R. Arthur, 74, of Poca went home to be with the Lord July 3, 2009, in Hubbard Hospice House surrounded by his family.

Neely was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church, former employee of Clark Truck Parts and former owner/operator of Arthur's Furniture.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mrs. Carol Sue Bailey Arthur; son, Rusty and wife Stephanie Arthur of Winfield; granddaughters, Brittanie and husband Ryan Rimmey of Poca and Olivia Arthur of Winfield; great-granddaughters, Brookelynn and Jalynn; sisters, Ruth Casto of Bancroft, Sue Ranson of Liberty and Mary Lou Cottrill of Poca; and brother, Roosevelt Arthur of Poca.

A tribute to the life of Mr. Neely Arthur will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, at Elizabeth Baptist Church with Pastor Jeff Arthur officiating. Entombment will follow in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church, P.O. Box 75, Bancroft, WV 25011.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com.

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, 147 Main St., Poca, is serving the Arthur family.


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Harold L. Ashworth

 

Harold L. “Chic” Ashworth, 74, of Cross Lanes passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, July 2, 2009.

He was born January 3, 1935, at home in Nitro and was a son of the late Joseph and Bertha (Johnson) Ashworth. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Williams; and brothers Gene Ashworth and Leonard Ashworth.

Harold was a 1953 graduate of St. Albans High School and later earned a BS in biology from Morris Harvey College, Charleston. He was employed by Union Carbide, the state Department of Agriculture and, most recently, retired after 30 years from Merck & Company Inc. as an executive sales representative. He proudly served his country as a member of the West Virginia Air National Guard.

He is survived by his loving wife, Karen Kroupa Ashworth; children, Scott Ashworth of South Charleston and Laura (Jeffrey) Vandall of Charleston; and grandchildren, Sara, Katie and Jeffrey Vandall. He is also survived by his sister, Juanita Adam of Sarasota, Fla.; sisters-in-law, Betty Ashworth of Winfield and Betsy (Bill) Wells and Janet (Dan) Farragut of Pennsylvania; extended family, John and Jean Kroupa of Pennsylvania; and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to HospiceCare, Radiation Consultants and the David Lee Cancer Center for all of their care and devotion during Chic's illness.

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 6, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, 409 Sixth Ave., St. Albans, with Pastor Doug Weaver officiating. Entombment will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25312.


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Catherine Elizabeth Bowyer

 

Catherine Elizabeth Sarver Bowyer, 49, of Ripley passed away Friday, July 3, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston. She willingly conceded her courageous five-year struggle with ovarian cancer and is now at rest in heaven.

Cathy was born on December 26, 1959, to H.L. “Junior” and Mabel Sarver of Union. She was an active 4-Her and avid horsewoman in her youth. Cathy continued these passions throughout her life by continuing to raise horses and by becoming an active 4-H leader. Her dear grandmother instilled in her a love of the ocean, and one of the joys of her life was the annual family vacation to the Cherry Grove section of North Myrtle Beach.

Cathy graduated from Union High School in 1978 and West Virginia University in 1984 with a BS in Agriculture. She worked for the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Division, for 22 years, ending her career as assistant director. Cathy was a member of a variety of professional organizations and enjoyed meeting with her colleagues from across the country.

Cathy loved life and serving her community. In addition to being a 4-H leader for many years, she was active in the Jackson County 4-H Leaders Association and a 4-H All Star. She was a member of the Cabin Creek Health System board of directors, as well as the Central Counties Area Health Education Center Advisory Board. Cathy was also faithful to her church, First Presbyterian of Ripley, where she served as an elder for many years.

In addition to her parents, Cathy is survived by her husband of 29 years, David, of Ripley; daughter, Susan, of Falls Church, Va.; sisters, Dr. Peggy (Marshall) Williams of Kirkersville, Ohio, and Joanne (Roger) Brooks of Blacksville; and several loving cousins; nieces; and nephews.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Jeffery Fowler, his staff, and HospiceCare for all their care and devotion during Cathy's illness.

At Cathy's request, the body will be cremated and a celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, July 11, at the First Presbyterian Church of Ripley. A time of visitation will begin at 12:30 p.m. followed by the service at 2 p.m. Her ashes will be interred at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Green Hill Cemetery in Union, followed by a period of fellowship at the First Presbyterian Church of Union.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Cathy's memory to the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be left in the Guestbook at www.caringbridge.org/wv/cathybwv.


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Elizabeth "Betty" Boyle

 

Elizabeth “Betty” Boyle, 85, of Charleston died Friday, July 4, 2009, at Marmet Center, following a long illness.

She was born Elizabeth Middlecamp on February 28, 1924, and spent most of her young life in Summit Hill, Pa.

Betty was a convert to the Roman Catholic faith and was a member of Sacred Heart Co-Cathedral and later, St. Anthony Parish.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard “Dick” Boyle; her parents, Mary and David Middlecamp; and her seven brothers and sisters.

Left to cherish memories of Betty are her two sons and their spouses, Richard Boyle and his wife, Christy, of Charleston, W.Va., and Robert Boyle and his wife, Mary Kay, of Apopka, Fla. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Crystal, Michelle, Kim, Robert, Patrick and Cara; and one great-grandchild, Tommy. Many nephews; nieces; cousins; and friends will miss Betty's loving presence as well.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Anthony Church at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, with the Rev. Roy Schuster, OFM Cap., officiating.

Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston is in charge of arrangements, where there will be visitation on Monday, July 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. A Christian wake service will be held at the funeral home at 8 p.m. on Monday. Final resting place will be St. Joseph Cemetery in Summit Hill, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St Anthony Church, 1000 Sixth Street, Charleston, WV 25302.

Online condolences may be sent to the family through the Honoring Life Condolence Center at snodgrassfuneral.com.

Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.


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Gary Hugh Butcher

 

Gary Hugh Butcher, 61, of Widen died July 2, 2009. Service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Waters Funeral Chapel, Summersville. Burial will follow at Cox Cemetery, Birch River. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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Donald Deutsch Jr.

 

Donald Deutsch Jr., 50, of Davidson, N.C., formerly of Charleston, died July 3, 2009. Memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Temple Israel, Charleston. Barlow-Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston, is in charge of arrangements.

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Calvin Edwards

 

Calvin Edwards of Hurricane died July 2, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital after a short illness.

He was the son of the late Roy and Lillie Edwards. He retired from Union Carbide and Dow Corporation with 36 years of service.

He was preceded death by his son, Joel Edwards.

He is survived by his son, Pat Edwards and his wife Kathy of Monroe, N.C.; grandchildren, Christopher of Monroe, N.C., and Brandon of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; brothers, Opie Edwards of Milton, Owen Edwards of Huntington, Alvie Edwards of Lewisburg, and Dennis Edwards of Culloden; and sister, Shirley Carpenter of Huntington.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Allen Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Valley View Memorial Park.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, at Allen Funeral Home, 2837 Main St., Hurricane.

Condolences may be made at www.allenfuneralhomewv.com.


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Floyd M. Gum Jr.

 

Floyd M. Gum Jr., 81, of Rupert passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009, at The Springs Nursing Center in Warm Springs, Va., following a long illness.

He was born January 18, 1928, in Hughart, the son of the late Gracie Clowser and Floyd Mitchell Gum Sr. Floyd was a retired barber.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Joe Gum; and three sisters, Edith Tingler, Frances Nancy Dancy and Verdie Brackenridge.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Gum; two sons, William Ray “Bill” Gum of Smoot and Gary Gum of Elkview; two stepdaughters, Ladonna Adkins of Ronceverte and Kathy McClung of Lindside; three stepsons, William Davis Adkins of Frankford, Marshall Lee Adkins of Union and Alan Adkins of Union; four sisters, Madeline Jones of Lewisburg, Bertha Brackenrich of Detroit, Mich., Ora Barnes of Detroit, Mich., and Genevieve Kirby of Detroit, Mich.; and a brother, Cecil Curtis Gum, also of Michigan; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and eight step-grandchildren.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Wallace & Wallace Chapel in Rainelle with Pastor Tim Hart officiating. Burial will follow at the Wallace Memorial Cemetery in Clintonville.

Friends may call from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alzheimer's Association, WV Chapter, 1111 Lee St. East, Charleston, WV 25301.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of The Springs Nursing Center of Warm Springs for their loving care.

Arrangements are by Wallace & Wallace, Inc. of Rainelle.


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Zula Mae Harrison

 

Zula Mae "Grandma" Harrison, 93, of Dunbar passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at home, on Wednesday, July 1, 2009.

She was the daughter of the late James M. and Oda Casto and was born September 22, 1915, in Given. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband, Floyd O. Harrison; her son, James “Jim” Harrison; grandson, Billy Lanham; and her sisters, Velma Hays and Beulah Austin.

Zula was a lifelong member of Dunbar First Baptist Church and active in the church circle.

She is survived by her beloved daughters and sons-in-law, Delores and Harlan Jarvis, Debbie and Buzzy Lanham, and Diane and David Patton; along with daughter-in-law, Susan Gaskins and her husband, Ron. She delighted in the love of her grandchildren, Leann Durham, Leslie Boggess and her husband, Pat, Lori Bullock and her husband, Scott, Melanie Watson and her husband, Brian, Melinda Garbacz and her husband, Tony, and John Patton, and his wife, Latricia; great-grandchildren, Richard Lemon and his wife, Tia, Jamie Lemon, Nicholas, Zachary and Austin Martin, Chelsey, Lindsey and Nathan Boggess, Noah, Abbey and Caleb Watson, Payton Garbacz and Kaylee Ann Patton, due to join our family in October; and great-great-grandson, Sebastian Lemon.

Her family's most cherished memory will be her loving kindness to family and friends.

The family wants to extend special thanks to Mother's wonderful nurse, Holly McComas, for her dedication and love. Also a special thanks goes to HospiceCare.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with the Rev. Thomas E. Stevens Jr. and the Rev. Doyle D. Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Grandview Memorial Park, Dunbar.

Friends may call from noon until time of the service at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

Mother loved flowers, but would also appreciate memorial donations to Dunbar First Baptist Church, 16th Street and Myers Avenue, Dunbar, WV 25064.


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Shelby Hayworth

 

Shelby Hayworth, 70, of Stephenson died July 4, 2009, at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley following a long illness. Rose & Quesenberry Funeral Home, Beckley, is in charge of arrangements.

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Franklin D. Hylton

 

Franklin D. Hylton, 63, of Coal City died July 3, 2009, at his home. Rose & Quesenberry Funeral Home, Beckley, is in charge of arrangements.

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Sheldon Kuhn

 

Sheldon Kuhn, 93, of Beckwith passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, following an extended illness.

He was born on September 5, 1915, at Rockdale, the son of the late Harry Harrison and Cora A. Metz Kuhn.

Mr. Kuhn was a member of Cotton Hill Baptist Church, Beckwith. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving his country during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the VFW. He was a retired ball mill operator at Union Carbide, Alloy.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marie M. Kuhn on April 18, 1994; one brother, Carl E. Kuhn; and one sister, Ocie Ingram.

Left to cherish his memory are his sons, James P. Kuhn of Fayetteville, Ga., Harold E. Kuhn of Channahon, Ill., and David L. Kuhn of Cannelton; one sister, Marjorie Johnson of St. Albans; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, in the mausoleum chapel of Restlawn Memory Gardens, Ansted, with Pastor Danny Sears officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the American Legion Post 149 and VFW Post 3110, with burial following.

The family will receive friends one hour before the funeral in the mausoleum chapel of Restlawn Memory Gardens, Ansted.

Memorials may be made, in his memory, to Bowers Hospice House, 454 Cranberry Road, Beckley, WV 25801.

Online condolences and other information is available at www.doddpaynehessfuneralhome.com.

Dodd-Payne-Hess Funeral Home, 350 W. Maple Ave., Fayetteville, will be assisting the family.


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Carl E. Landers

 

Carl E. Landers, 83, of Campbells Creek died July 4, 2009, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston. Stevens & Grass Funeral Home, Malden, is in charge of arrangements.

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Luther Edward Landers

 

Mr. Luther Edward Landers, 91, of Red House went home to be with the Lord July 2, 2009, at home.

Luther was retired from Monsanto, and was a Navy veteran of WWII and a member of Bancroft Church of God Mission and Winfield Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, S. Marie Miller Landers; son, Richard A. Landers; father, Rolle Landers; mother, Mamie Landers Ross; brother, Norman; and sister, Betsy Withrow.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Opal Casto Landers; daughter, Joyce and husband, Charles Whittington, of Red House; sisters, Pearl Gibson of Poca, Evelyn Waller of Ceredo and Milda Justice of Kentucky; brother, Donald Ross of Indiana; sister-in-law, Dorotha Landers of Florida; three grandchildren, Charles "Chuck" Whittington of St. Petersburg, Fla., Lisa Marie and husband, Richard Roe, of Wheelersburg, Ohio, and Julie Dawn and husband, Ronnie Herdman, of Red House; four great-grandchildren, Ronnie “R.D.” Herdman, Ryan C. Herdman, Katelyn M. Roe and Jacob W. Roe; and special niece and nephew, Patty Johnson and Gene Fitzgerald.

A tribute to the life of Mr. Luther Landers will be 2 p.m. Monday, July 6, at Bancroft Church of God Mission with Pastor Doug McComas and Elder Frank Allen officiating. Burial will follow in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House.

The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Bancroft Church of God Mission.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com.

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, 147 Main St., Poca, is serving the Landers family.


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Trena Lawrence

 

Trena Lawrence, 65, of Charleston died July 4, 2009, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston. Stevens & Grass Funeral Home, Malden, is in charge of arrangements.

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Harold B. Lilly

 

Harold B. Lilly, 76, of Daniels died July 4, 2009, at his home. Rose & Quesenberry Funeral Home, Shady Spring, is in charge of arrangements.

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James Curtis Miller

 

James Curtis Miller, 67, of Campbells Creek passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009, at CAMC General Hospital.

Mr. Miller was born at Coal Fork on October 4, 1941, to Mabel Adkins Miller and the late Curtis Miller. He was a retired equipment operator for U.S. Steel and a former member of the UMWA and the Laborers Local 1353; he was also a member of Spring Fork Missionary Baptist Church.

Along with his mother, he is survived by his wife of 44 years, Barbara Miller; daughters, Misty (Josh) Casto of Campbells Creek and Debra (David) Spade of Rainelle; sister, Mary Harmon of Campbells Creek; brother, John of Florida; grandchildren, Jacob Shaffer, Matt Schoolcraft and Amber Spade.

Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Stevens & Grass Funeral Home, Malden, with the Rev. Randy Wilson and the Rev. Earl Cochran officiating. Entombment will follow at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

Family and friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, at the funeral home.

The online guest book may be accessed at www.stevensandgrass.com.


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Beatrice "Bea" Mollohan

 

Beatrice "Bea" Mollohan, 53, of Cowen died July 3, 2009. Service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Adams-Reed Funeral Home, Cowen. Burial will be at the Holcomb family cemetery on Lost Run Road. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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Judy Carol Payne

 

Judy Carol Payne, 62, of Apple Grove died July 3, 2009. Service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Barton Chapel Church, Apple Grove. Visitation will be from 12 to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Wilcoxen Funeral Home, Point Pleasant, is in charge of arrangements.

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Connie Sue Pierce

 

Connie Sue Rowsey Pierce of Cape Coral, Fla., was born April 2, 1953 and died June 29, 2009.

Connie is survived by her beautiful daughter, Alicia Dae Rowsey; and her special angel, granddaughter, Cora Corrine Urso. She will be missed by a sister, Risha Lynn Tawney; her nieces, Brooke and Paige, lifelong best friend, Linda Ellis Fisher; beloved companion, Ron Paul; and numerous family and friends.

Connie was born in Charleston, W.Va.; her parents, Richard Rowsey and Norma Rowsey, also of Charleston, have preceded her in death.

She was employed by Leisure American Vacation Rentals of Fort Myers Beach, Fla., and also managed to run her own business, Captain and Her Crew Cleaning Service.

Connie had the gift of giving not only to people, but to all of God's creatures; she was an avid animal lover and cared for several of her own pets, as well as rescuing many more.

Connie touched many people's lives in her short time on this earth and they are all better for knowing her. With love for Connie, we would like to invite you to a simple memorial service at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens on Thursday, July 9, 2009, from 7 to 9 p.m.

On Saturday, July 18, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., there will also be a celebration of Connie Sue Rowsey Pierce's life for family and close friends at another location.


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Brenda Arlene Priddy

 

Brenda Arlene Childers Priddy, 63, of Scott Depot went home to be with the Lord July 2, 2009, after a courageous battle with lung cancer.

She was born December 31, 1945, the daughter of Beatrice Irene Childers and the late Benjamin A. Childers. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Marie Mozzetti. She was a nurse for over 20 years and a member of Bible Missionary Church.

She is survived by the family she so dearly cherished, her loving husband of nearly 47 years, James R. Priddy Sr.; daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Jerry Comer of St. Albans, Dawna and Kevin Koder of Cumming, Ga., and Cindy and Morgan Sexton III of St. Albans; sons and daughters-in-law, Jamey and Vicki Priddy of Charleston and Jason and Melissa Priddy of Hurricane; mother, Beatrice I. Childers; sisters, Rosemary Sias of Alum Creek, and Frances Pauley of Sod. She leaves behind eight grandchildren, who brought her so much happiness, Jessica Testa, Mitchell and Annie Koder, Zack and Jeremy Sexton, Allison Priddy, and Jason and Jacob Priddy; and three great-grandchildren, Kayla, Anthony, and Kiersten Testa.

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with the Rev. Steve Yancey officiating.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

A special thank you from the family to the ICU nurses at St. Francis Hospital and the many friends who prayed.


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Nettie A. Schick

 

Nettie A. Schick, 96, of Lewisburg died July 3, 2009, at the Greenbrier Manor, Lewisburg. A memorial service will be held for the family in Greensboro, N.C., at a future date. Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home, Lewisburg, is in charge of arrangements.

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H. Donovan Shaver

 

H. Donovan “Don” Shaver, 92, of Charleston died Thursday, July 2, 2009, at Hubbard Hospice House of congestive heart failure.

He was employed at E.I. Dupont for 38 years as a chemical operator, retiring in January 1977.

Don was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and the Roger Williams Sunday school class, served on the Board of Trustees, and was an usher. He had previously been a member of the First Church of God on Main Street for 60 years, where he was a member of the Board of Trustees, serving as chairman for 12 of those years. Don helped maintain the physical church plant for over 50 years. He was chairman of church rental properties and treasurer of the Jolly Generation, the senior citizens' group at the church.

Over the years, sports played an important part in Don's life. He was a basketball star for 30 years in the city league and church league. He also coached the men's basketball team at First Church of God for 25 years and the girls' basketball and tennis teams for 15 years. Don served as secretary-treasurer of the Charleston Church Recreation Association for 25 years, and he umpired church league softball for 15 years. His hobbies were photography, woodworking, and gardening.

Don was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Vidalee Johnson Shaver; his parents, W.C. and Bessie Bannister Shaver; brothers, Bill, Dick, and Frank Shaver; and sisters, Ada, Mary, and Fay Shaver.

He is survived by his daughter, Donna J. Shaver of Charleston; brother and sister-in-law, Gerald F. and Eileen Shaver of Pinellas Park, Fla.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ray and Betty Foster of Charleston; several nieces and nephews; and many good friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, at Emmanuel Baptist Church with the Rev. Ronald Stoner and the Rev. Edward Bowman officiating. Burial will follow at Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, at Bartlett-Burdette-Cox Funeral Home and one hour before the funeral at the church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Don's memory may be made to Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Kennawa Drive, Charleston, WV 25311 or to Emmanuel Baptist Church.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.bartlettburdettecox.com.

Bartlett-Burdette-Cox Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


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Alice Marie Starcher

 

Beloved wife and mom, Alice Marie Fisher Starcher, 80, of Kenna went home to be with her Heavenly Father on July 4, 2009, following a long battle with cancer.

Alice was born December 26, 1928, in Kenna, a daughter of the late Sybil and Oshel Fisher.

She leaves behind a loving husband, Boyd R. “Jack” Starcher, whom she married on October 16, 1954, and their five children, Judy Meadows and husband Charles of Sparks, Ga.; George “Steve” of Raccoon Twp, Pa.; Boyd “Jack” Jr. and wife Fernanda of Beaver Falls, Pa.; Rick Vaughn and wife Chris of Monaca, Pa.; Jeffrey Ray and wife Tonya of Elwood, Ind.; 15 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Reba Stutler of Laurelville, Ohio, and Lona Carney of Fairplain.

The family would like to send a very special thanks to Hospice Care of 1606 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston WV 25312, and especially her caregivers.

Donations to Hospice Care in the name of Alice Starcher would be greatly appreciated.

A viewing will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, at Waybright-Parsons Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Emma Chapel, with Pastor Carol Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Emma Chapel Cemetery. Waybright Funeral Home will be serving the family.

A memorial website may be viewed at www.lifetributes.com/alicemariestarcher.


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Roy Clinton Stover

 

Roy Clinton Stover, 77, of South Charleston died July 2, 2009, at CAMC Memorial Hospital, Charleston.

Roy was the owner of Absolutely the Best Painting and Wallpapering. He was a former State policeman, serving various detachments in Southern West Virginia, and was a United States Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War. He was retired from Double Envelope Corporation, and was an avid outdoorsman, spending time hunting, fishing and boating.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Lee Stover; and brothers, Eugene and Charles.

Roy is survived by his son, Roy C. “Clint” Stover II; brothers, Hueston, Hillard, and Hayden Jr.; and his sister, Carol Hambrick.

A service to honor the life of Roy Clinton Stover will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston. Burial with military rites will be at Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston.

Family and friends will visit from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family through the Honoring Life Condolence Center at snodgrassfuneral.com.

Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.


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John S. Walker

 

John S. Walker, 52, of Charleston went home to be with his Savior on July 2, 2009, in his home with his family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was most known as a disciple of Christ and a devoted father and husband. He was a member of Brown United Methodist Church.

He was the son of Doris L. Walker and the late Fermine Walker of Shady Spring.

He is survived by his wife, Susan A. Walker; and his children, Michael J. and Catherine T. Walker, residing at home. Other survivors include his mother, Doris; his brothers, Richard and wife Phillis, Gary “Mickey” and wife Jada; sisters, Annette, Diane and husband Lonnie, Susan and fiancé, Eric, and Cathy and husband Steve; a multitude of nephews; nieces; and cousins, all of whom had a special place in his heart.

John is employed by the Department of Transportation with 24 years in his career. He was currently the deputy state highway engineer over maintenance operations for the Department of Highways. He held licenses as a professional engineer and surveyor.

He was most proud of his role as an assistant Scoutmaster for BSA Troop 46 of Dunbar.

He served his God and his church as treasurer, teen Sunday school teacher and served on the board of trustees.

A special thanks is extended to Dr. Khalid and Emily at David Lee Cancer Center and Kim and Tony from the Hospice team.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the college education fund that has been established for his children. Donations may be mailed to The State Credit Union, 2200 Washington St. East, Charleston WV 25305 in care of John S. Walker Fund.

Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Brown United Methodist Church, 4314 Woodrum Lane, Charleston.

Service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, July 6, at Brown United Methodist Church, Charleston, with Pastor Corbet N. May officiating. Music will be presented by the church choir. Interment will be at 4 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum, 1925 Harper Rd., Beckley, W.Va. Pallbearers will be members of BSA Troop 46.

Armstrong Funeral Home, Whitesville, is in charge of arrangements.


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Doyle S. Wolfe

 

Doyle S. Wolfe, 83, formerly of Charleston, died in St. Louis, Mo., on Tuesday, June 30, 2009.

He retired from Rose City Press, where he worked as a pressman.

Doyle was preceded in death by his parents, Mattie and Elise Ann Cavender Wolfe; son, Doyle S. Wolfe Jr.; sisters, Ruby Harper, and Belma “Toots” Harper; brothers, Donald Wolfe, and Carl Wolfe.

Doyle was a veteran of World War II and participated in the Battle of the Bulge in Patton's 3rd Army, in which he received a Bronze Star for his bravery. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans, and a member of the American Legion.

He is survived by daughter, Beckie Derecskey of Fenton, Mo.; son, Doyle “Joe” Wolfe of Floral City, Fla.; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at the Hafer Funeral Home Chapel with granddaughter, Tiffany Applegate and her husband Bryon Applegate of Ozark, Mo., to lead in prayer and guide us in the celebration of Doyle's life. Great-granddaughter, Sierra Applegate of Ozark, Mo., will sing “Amazing Grace”. Great-granddaughter, Dakota Johnson, and great-grandson, Troy Johnson, will be reading scripture. Burial will be in the Baxter Cemetery, Aaron's Fork, with military graveside rites conducted by American Legion Post 61, Clendenin.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, at the Hafer Funeral Home Chapel.

Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net.

Hafer Funeral Home, Elkview, is in charge of the arrangements.


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Myron D. Yoho

 

Myron D. Yoho, 69, of 14 Park Street, Moundsville passed away Friday, July 3, 2009, at Liza's Place, Valley Hospice, Wheeling.

He was born July 23, 1939, in Moundsville, the son of Harlan Yoho and the late Opal Ruckman Yoho.

He retired from Ormet Corporation after 30 years of faithful service. As a West Virginia State trooper, he was featured in True Detective Magazine for his crime solving abilities. He was a member and sponsor in the AA Fellowship. He was an active member of the Moss Bluff Baptist Church in Florida, where he participated in many programs and sang in the choir. Locally, he was a member of the New Covenant Church, 2300 7th St., Moundsville. Myron enjoyed playing cards in his free time.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a sister, Janice Norman.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his wife of 15 years, Barbara Yoho; two daughters, Terri (Dave) Williamson of Sardis, Ohio, and Lisa Teufel of Clarksburg; two granddaughters, Brenna Williamson and Breonna Teufel; and a niece, Cari Jo (Gary) Littleton of Moundsville.

Family and friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, at CARE Funeral & Cremation Service, 1500 Second St., Moundsville.

Service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in the CARE chapel with Pastor Donald S. Hyer and Pastor Larry Richards officiating.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.carechapel.com.


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Funerals

Brown, Wanda L. - 4 p.m., Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley
Cochran, Wayne Edward - 3 p.m., Hughes Creek Community Church, Hugheston
Feury, Wayne C. - 2 p.m., Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home, Lewisburg
Harrison, Zula Mae - 2 p.m., Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar
Hawley, Magdalene Melton - 2 p.m., Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans
LaFon, Rose M. - 2 p.m., Bethesda Temple of Praise, White Sulphur Springs
Payne, Verle M. - 2 p.m., Tyree Funeral Home, Oak Hill
Sams, Kathy E. - 1 p.m., Cyclone Church of God, Cyclone
Shafer, Curry Zane - 2 p.m., Matics Funeral Home, Clendenin
Shaver, Olen J. - 2 p.m., Sunrise Church, Exchange
Staats, Adam Matthew - 4 p.m., Independent Fellowship Church, Ravenswood
Tompkins, Louise Bell - 5 p.m., Virginia's Chapel Church, Cedar Grove
Whitley, Dora - 1 p.m., Cooke Funeral Home, Cedar Grove
Williams, Belva Susan - 2 p.m., Fidler & Frame Funeral Home, Belle