2014-2015, WV, Compiled by James W. Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
Boone
2014, Whitesville, Boone Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - May 28, 2014
Dorothy Opal Cottrell 88 of Whitesville, WV passed away on May 26,
2014 at her home with her family and beloved dog Taco by her side. She was born
on January 5, 1926 to the late Robert Farmer and Emma Evans Farmer of Rich Valley
Virginia.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, Cecil Cottrell and her son Ronald Lee Cottrell and brothers, Bill
Farmer and Sam Farmer and a son-in-law Eugene Ferrell.
She was a life long member of Keith Full Gospel Church. She was a
loving mother and grandmother who loved to garden and read her Bible. She will
be sadly missed by her family and friends and all that knew her especially her
faithful and loving dog Taco.
Survived by her is her loving dog Taco Bell Cottrell. Daughters,
Dorothy June Ferrell of Orgas, WV and Norma Jean "George" Ball of Big
Ugly Creek Rd. WV, A stepson, Carlos (Clarice) Cottrell of Big Otter, WV,
Daughter-in-law Enga Ann Cottrell of Whitesville, WV; grandchildren Bobby and Christy Cooper of Beckley, WV, Tammy and
Jeff Sebok of Fosterville, WV, Terry and Michele Cooper of Eunice WV, Connie
and Cory Lovejoy of Whitesville, WV, Lorie and Dwight Kile of Whitesville, WV,
Jimmy Lee and Elli Cooper of Whitesville, WV, Melissa and Gary Blankenship of Hurricane, WV, Leslie Leann and Sean
Lilly of Beckley, WV, Gene Allen Ferrell of Nellis WV, sisters: Mary Helen
Nelson of Independence, VA, Laura Gray Osbourne of Piney Creek, NC, a brother,
David Farmer of Crockett, VA, and many great grandchildren along with many
others that called her Gran and a host of nieces and nephews.
Services will be 1 p.m. Friday, 2014, at the Keith Full Gospel
Church, Keith, with Pastor June Ferrell officiating. Interment will follow in
Pineview Cemetery at Orgas.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Whitesville, Boone Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 19, 2015
Eunice June Bradford Jarrell, 83, of Whitesville, formerly of
Sylvester, passed away on September 16, 2015 surrounded by her loving children.
Eunice was born on June 1, 1932, at Eunice, W.Va., the daughter of Ervin and
Emma Beatrice Bradford.
In addition to her parents, those who preceded her in death were
her husband of 60 years, Roger Shirley Jarrell, brothers Robert and William, sisters, Helen Bradford, Virginia
McClure Leedy, Hazel Scarbro Patrick, and Linda Lou Blankenship .
Survivors include son, Roger Dale "Nancy" Jarrell,
Beckley; daughters, Cheryl Ann "Robert" Muetzel, Somerset, Ohio,
Terri Lynn Jarrell, Whitesville; grandchildren, Rebecca "Matt" Fella,
Chantilly, Va., Roger Dale Jarrell Jr., Arlington, Va., Mary "Billy"
Locklear, Laurinburg, N.C., Joey "Erica" Williams, Summit Point,
W.Va., Cory Hay, Plain City, Ohio and Crystal "Joshua" Hostetler,
Hilliard, Ohio. She leaves behind seven great-grandchildren. Sisters
Nancy "Leo" Roach of Olmsted Falls, Ohio and Sandra Kay
"Bob" Wills of Rock Creek, W.Va. She was be missed by loving
caregivers, Brenda Buzzard, Shirley Hooten, and Priscilla Rains-Nelson.
Eunice graduated from Marsh Fork High School, Class of 1950. Roger
and Eunice spent 33 years in Cleveland, Ohio, where Eunice worked over 20 years
at St. John's Hospital. Roger and Eunice returned in 1992 to their native West
Virginia. Eunice was a member of Sylvester Baptist Church, Sylvester.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon September 19, 2015
at 3 p.m. In the Sylvester Baptist Church, Sylvester, with
Rev. David Minturn and Rev. Ronnie Santonio officiating. Interment will
follow in Pineview Cemetery, Orgas, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Braxton
+2015, Sutton, Braxton Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) Date: February 3, 2015
Victor Carl Davis Sr., 89, of Sutton, passed away Feb. 2, 2015 at
Braxton Nursing & Rehab. Center, Sutton. He was
born Dec. 26, 1925 in Centralia, the son of the late Lawrence Lloyd and Elsie
Lucky Davis.
Victor was a bus driver for the Braxton County Board of Education
and retired after 29 years of service, a farmer, an
Army veteran of World War II and a former member of the Odd Fellows Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Masil Pauline
Blankenship Davis; son, Victor
Carl Davis Jr.; and brother, Veon "Babe" Davis.
Victor is survived by his sons, Randy Davis and wife, Linda, and
Tracy Davis, all of Sutton; stepson, Steve Lynch of Sutton; grandchildren,
Bracci Carl Davis, Kaleb Lloyd Davis and Layman Lee Davis; step-grandchildren,
Travis Lawrence Jagielski and Christopher Robert Jagielski; and great
grandchildren, Jackson Davis and Chance Davis.
Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, at
Greene-Robertson Funeral Home, Sutton, with the Rev. Tom Propts officiating.
Burial will follow at Davis Family Cemetery, Sutton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cabell
+2014, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Oct. 24,
2014
Ronald Guy Johnson, 77, of Barboursville, passed away October 21,
2014. He was born June 2, 1937 in Huntington, a son of the late Guy and Anna V.
Swann Johnson.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 25,
2014 at Wallace Funeral Home and Chapel, Barboursville, by Pastor Ron
Burnsworth. Burial will in Swann Cemetery, Barboursville.
Ron was a member of Barboursville Baptist Church and a retired
employee of INCO.
He was also preceded in death by his step-mother, Ruby Lucas Doss
Johnson, one brother, Roger Johnson; three sisters,
Pauline Ferguson, Mildred
Blankenship and Louise
McKenzie.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Deloris "Dee"
McDonald Johnson, one daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Matthew Watson of
Barboursville; one son and daughter-in-law, Jeffrey and Karen Johnson of Mo.;
two sisters, Marjorie Blankenship and Jewell Sullivan both of Barboursville;
sister-in-law, Jean Johnson of Barboursville; grandchildren, Sarah Coffelt,
Samuel Johnson, and Katie Watson; and three great-grandchildren and several
nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Barboursville,
Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Oct. 28,
2014
Donald Kenneth Napier, 79, of Barboursville, passed away October
26, 2014. He was born March 2, 1935, in East Lynn, a son of the late Hazel
Napier Whisman.
Graveside services will be conducted at 10 a.m., Wednesday, October
29, 2014 at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. Military rites will
be conducted by American Legion Post 139, Milton.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Iris Napier.
He is survived by four daughters, Nancy Flanigan of Huntington,
Alma (Ron Keesee) Adkins of Barboursville, Stephanie Smith of Flower Mound,
Texas, and Christine Napier of Barboursville; one son Donald Michael and Robin
Pennington of Killeen, Texas; one sister,
Donna Blankenship of Wayne; eleven grandchildren; eight
great-grandchildren; and special uncle, Thomas Benton Napier.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Feb. 10,
2015
Clarice "Granny" Dial, 99, of Barboursville, passed away
February 7, 2015, at Cabell Health Care Center. She was born November 18, 1915,
in Lesage, a daughter of the late Robert Lee and Mary M. Meehling Meadows.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11,
2015, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Rev. Richard
Sexton. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
She was a retired employee of Barboursville State Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her husband Frank Dial; two sons,
Bernard Meadows and Richard Dial; granddaughter Leslie Richardson, son-in-law
Baxter Cabell and two sisters and four brothers.
She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Thelma Cabell
and Debbie and Jake Clark of Barboursville; daughter-in-law, Anna Dial of
Huntingtown, MD.; grandchildren and
their spouses Jeff and Sarah Clark of Barboursville, Kimberly and Jeff Williams
of Kitts Hill, Ohio, Brian and Jennifer Clark of Flatwoods, Ky., Angela and Bill
Blankenship of Salt Rock,
Melissa and Keith Damron of Ona, and Steven and Joann Dial of Huntingtown, Md.;
fourteen great-grandchildren and three great- great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Wallace Funeral
Home, Barboursville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Culloden, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on July 13,
2015
Lois Hager, 80, of Culloden, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2015.
She was born February 12, 1935, in Lincoln County, a daughter of the late James
Wilson and Alma Roberts Pack.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, July 13, 2015,
at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Rev. Edison Hager. Burial will be in
Harvey's Creek Cemetery.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Hager, four
brothers, Arnold, Howard, Louie and Edward; and sister, Virginia
Blankenship.
She is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Vickie and Butch
Hoffman, Teresa Young and Bobbie Davis; two sisters, Rita Forth and Connie
Ward; one brother, Bennie Pack; six grandchildren; and nine
great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) - March 5, 2014
John Daniel Blankenship, 49, of Huntington, died Saturday.
A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Berry Cemetery in
Louisa, Ky. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Young Funeral
Home in Louisa.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.thelevisalazer.com/obituaries/8983-john-daniel-blankenship-49-of-huntington-wv
John Daniel Blankenship, 49, of
Huntington, W.V. passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014 at Cabell Huntington
Hospital in Huntington, W.V.. He was born September 4, 1964 in Ashland, Ky. a
son of Earl Calhoun Sr. of Ortonville, MI. and Joy Darlene Blankenship Calhoun of Ashland, Ky.
He was a laborer for Ross Brothers Moving.
In addition to his parents survivors
include, Special Friend, Johnda Kelly of Huntington, W.V.; sisters, Kimberly
Bryan of Ashland, Ky.; Melissa Calhoun of Waterford, MI.; Mary Moore of Louisa,
Ky.; brothers, Ronald Calhoun of Ashland, Ky.; Earl Calhoun Jr. of Huntington,
W.V.; several nieces and nephews.
Graveside service will be conducted 2:00
pm Friday at Berry Cemetery, Louisa, Ky. with Jimmy Bevins officiating.
+2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch from Apr. 6 to
Apr. 7, 2014
Janet Lee Blankenship, 74, of Huntington, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2014, at St.
Mary's Medical Center.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8,
2014, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel by the Rev. Bill Adkins. Burial
will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
She was born November 4, 1939, in Cabell County, a daughter of the
late Forrest and Maude Katherine Ryalls Mitchell.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence "Sam" Blankenship, and one sister, June Cox.
She is survived by one daughter,
Janey Davis of Huntington; one sister, Joyce Lou
Mitchell, and one brother, James Forrest Mitchell, both of Huntington; two
grandchildren, Heather Board and Samantha Clark; five great-grandchildren,
Ashley, Brianna, Taylor, Evan and Jillian; one great-great-grandchild, Hayden;
and special friends, Phyllis Hulsey, Jimmie Estep, the McClure family and the
Tickett family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Apr. 19,
2014
Robert Lee "Bobby" Blankenship, 69, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away
Thursday, April 17, 2014, at home. He was born August 19, 1944, in Cabell
County, a son of the late Ernest and Carrie Phelps Blankenship.
He is survived by his sister
Doris Meade of Mesa, Arizona and his brother Bill Blankenship of Huntington; his special buddy Tyler and nieces and nephews.
As he requested, there will be no visitation or funeral services.
Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville is in charge of arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
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Ernest, 75, 18Dec1908 - ??Jun1984, Huntington, Cabell, WV, WV-234-07-7390
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Carrie, 56, 08Feb1924 - ??Jul1980, Huntington, Cabell, WV, WV-236-62-4964
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on May 31, 2014
Wealtha Mae Blankenship, 73, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Thursday, May 29, 2014, at
a local health care facility. The Wayne County, West Virginia native was born
March 29, 1941, a daughter to the late Everett and Ethel Clark Maynard.
Ms. Blankenship was a former employee of Cabell County Heath
Department and homemaker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two
sisters, Glendola Adkins and Katie Clark and granddaughter Amanda Codi Black.
She is survived by two daughters, Kennya Black of Scottown, Ohio
and Tammy Ross of Huntington, W.Va.; son
Harvey (Angie) Blankenship
of South Point, Ohio; two brothers, Arlie Maynard and Allen Maynard of
Prichard, W.Va.; sister Dorothy Overby of Wayne, W.Va.; five grandchildren and
nine great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held by the family at a later date.
Phillips Funeral Home, 1004 South Seventh Street, Ironton, Ohio is assisting
the family with arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Funeral
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on July 2, 2014
Linda Fay Blankenship, 63, of Huntington died June 30 at home.
Memorial service will be held 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Hall Funeral Home
and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.timeformemory.com/fh_obituary.cfm?obitid=39478&fhid=16
Linda Fay Blankenship, 63, of
Huntington, WV passed away Monday, June 30, 2014 at home. She was born October
19, 1950 in Huntington, WV daughter of the late Frederick V. and Josephine Peal
Zirkle.
In addition to her parents she was
preceded in death by a son-in-law Millard Deweese; and two brothers Frederick
B. Zirkle and John M. Zirkle.
She is survived by three daughters Angie
(Joe) Spears, Chris Deweese and April Bills; nine grandchildren; 11 great
grandchildren; five siblings Robert A. Zirkle of California, Homer L. Zirkle of
Texas, Jeffery L. Zirkle of Florida, Vickie Hughes of North Carolina, Calvin G.
Zirkle of Huntington, and David T. Zirkle of Huntington.
A memorial service will be held 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 3, 2014 at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio.
+2014, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Death
http://www.chapmans-mortuary.com/
Earl J. R. Blankenship, 74, of Huntington, WV, husband
of Joyce Plybon Blankenship, died Friday August 15, 2014 at the
Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. He was an Independent Contractor.
Chapman’s Mortuary Huntington is in charge of arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The
Herald-Dispatch from Aug. 17 to Aug. 18, 2014
Earl "JR" Blankenship, 74, of
Huntington, died Friday August 15, 2014, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice
House. JR was born March 8, 1940, in Wayne County, a son of the late Earl and Theldia Crabtree
Blankenship.
Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Dr. David B.
Lemming officiating. Burial will be in Woodmere Memorial Park. Pallbearers will
be Scott Blankenship, Jay and Christopher Hatcher, Roger Johnson, Darren
Cunningham and Rick Hoosier.
He was retired from INCO Alloys and then
was an Independent Construction Contractor. JR served on the Cabell County
Board of Education for 10 years and on the Cabell County Commission for 6
years. He was a member of the IOOF Huntington Lodge #64 and the USW Local
Chapter 23-4.
He was also preceded in death by a brother,
Arnold
Blankenship.
Survivors include his wife of 51
years, Joyce Plybon Blankenship; two sons, Rob Blankenship and Jeff Blankenship (Cathy) of South
Point, Ohio; five grandchildren, Lauren Werthammer (Nick) of Huntington,
Whitney
Blankenship of Caen, France, Katie Blankenship of Huntington, Elizabeth
Blankenship of Amissville, Va., and Alex Blankenship of Magnolia, Del.; two great-grandchildren,
Kyleigh
Blankenship of Va. and Lilly Kate Werthammer of Huntington; one brother, Ray Blankenship (Betty) of
Huntington; and special friends, Glen and Bernice Dent of Huntington.
2014, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Sept. 21,
2014
Violet J. Cregut Clonch, 77, of Huntington, passed away at her
residence on September 17, 2014. Violet was born February 19, 1937 in Logan,
W.Va., a daughter of the late George and Merrell Davis Bradshaw.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Monday, September 22, 2014
with Pastor Leroy Fulford officiating. Burial will follow in Bowen Cemetery,
Union, W.Va.
She was a bartender for many years.
She is preceded in death by her parents and one son Doug Blankenship.
Survivors include five daughters Joyce, Jackie, Carlene, Darlene
and Sharon; two sons Dwayne and Mitchell, ten grandchildren and 23
great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Nov. 2, 2014
Harry Edward Simmons, 82, of Huntington, went home to be with the
Lord, Thursday October 30, 2014 at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born
October 22, 1932 in Huntington, a son of the late Harold and Lena Blankenship
Simmons.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Reger
Funeral Chapel by Pastor Scott Byard and Pastor Terry Wagner. Burial will
follow in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.
He was an insurance salesman for Appalachian Life Insurance Co.
Harry was a 1950 graduate of Huntington High School and a veteran of the US
Army having served during the Korean War as a member of the 101st Airborne
Division. He was also a member of the American Legion and the VFW. Harry was a
member of the Madison Ave. Church of God where he was choir director for 43
years. Harry sang for many churches and organizations around the Tri-State
area. He also volunteered countless hours coaching youth sports in Wayne
County.
In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by an
infant son Mark Wayne; three brothers Clarence, Raymond and Ralph Simmons and sister Pat Schneider.
Survivors include his wife Sara Earl Simmons; Five sons and four
daughters in law Steve and Melanie Simmons, Brett and Leigh Ann Simmons,
Bradwick Simmons, Eric and Andrea Simmons of Indianapolis, Ind., and Harry and
Dorian Severino of Clayton, N.C.; fifteen grandchildren Michael, Stephanie
(Steve), Taylor, Olivia, Jamison, Hayden, Payton, Shane, Brady, Brayden, Allie,
Britton, Garrett, Casey and Kylie and several nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Ward 1, Huntington, Kyle
District, Cabell Co., WV,
Simmons, Harold 40, M, IA, Head,
Simmons, Lena 36, F, WV, Wife,
Simmons, Clarence 15, M, WV, Son,
Simmons, Ralph 14, M, WV, Son,
Simmons, Raymond 11, M, WV, Son,
Simmons, Patricia 09, F, WV, Dau,
Simmons, Henry 06, M, WV, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7HR-XZ7
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Nov. 19,
2014
Gordon Charles "Gordie" Hermance, 72, of Huntington,
passed away Saturday, November 15, 2014, in Cabell Huntington Hospital. Gordie
was born November 28, 1941 in Hudson, N.Y., a son of the late Charles Lawrence
and Dorothy Hamm Hermance.
Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, November 20,
2014, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Arnold Sullivan officiating.
Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. Veterans Honor
Guard Post 16 will conduct military graveside rites.
He is preceded in death by his wife Christine May Hermance of 42
years.
Survivors include his three daughters
that he loved very much, Sabrina
Hermance Blankenship of
Huntington, Melissa (Kyle) Newman of Chesapeake, Ohio, and Nichole Hermance and
John Williams of Wayne; two granddaughters,
Torrie Blankenship of Huntington and Natashia (Michael)
Hanshaw of Kenova; one grandson, Charles Newman; one great-grandson, Elijah
Hanshaw and one brother, Lawrence (Ellie) Hermance of Hudson, N.Y. As well as
several nieces and nephews and several friends and his lifelong friends Artie
and Joann Host of Eltopoa, Wash., Rich and Beverly Samsel of Corinth, N.Y., and
Rusty and Joan Turner of Pineville, S.C.
He was a U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division Ranger serving during
Vietnam. He was a lifelong member of the D.A.V, N.R.A. and a member American
Legion Post 16, and an avid outdoors-man who loved fishing and hunting. He was
a volunteer fireman for many years in Livingston, N.Y., where he served as fire
chief and also served on the rescue squad, upon moving to West Virginia he
became a fireman with Lavalette Volunteer Fire Dept. where he served as Asst.
Chief.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Dec. 16 to
Dec. 17, 2014
Andrew J. Ruggles, 71, of Huntington, formerly of Big Creek,
departed this life Mon., Dec. 15, 2014, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Born
Oct. 24, 1943, in Logan, he was a son of the late William Harrison and Minnie
Ball Ruggles.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three
brothers, William H. Ruggles, James Ruggles and Carl Ruggles, and his father
and mother-in-law, Robert "Bob" and Erma Hager.
Andrew enjoyed fishing, and spending time with family and church.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 49 years,
Della M. Ruggles; three sons, Andrew Ruggles Jr. and his wife Michelle, William
H. Ruggles and his wife Brigett, and Michael Ruggles and his wife, Amber; two
special sisters-n-law, Christine Hager and Mary Caldwell; three brothers,
Robert (Carol) Ruggles, Robert "Bobby" (Tina) Kinser and Denvil
Trent; 11 grandchildren, Michael Andrew, Andrew Jr., Tiffany, William Andrew,
Scott, Hilary, Nick, Amanda, Lauren, Little Billy and Johnathan; several
great-grandchildren; his special friends, Denny and Sis Toler, Freddy Toler and
Rick and Jean Lucas, and his brothers and sisters-in-law,
Lucille Avis, Rebecca
Blankenship, and George,
Charley, Robert "Boe", and Riley Hager.
Services will be held at noon Thurs., Dec. 18, at Freeman Funeral
Home with Brother Denny Toler officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn
Cemetery at Pecks Mill. Pallbearers will be George Hager, Riley Hager, Dustin
Vickers, William Ruggles, Nick Ruggles, family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 18,
2014
Norma Jean Musser, 67, of Huntington, W.Va., went home to be with
her husband on Tuesday, December 16, 2014. She was born April 8, 1947, in Logan
County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Edith Carter Blankenship.
She was preceded in death by her husband Nick Musser.
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, James
"Tim" and Tara Musser of Huntington, W.Va., and Thomas Edward
"Tommy" and Misty Musser of Lesage, W.Va.; four grandchildren,
Ashlie, Taylor, Chelsie and Trinity Musser.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, December 19,
2014, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, with Pastor
Steve Hinkle officiating. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 26,
2014
Dixie K. Irvin, 90, of Huntington, passed away Wednesday, December
24, 2014, at her residence. She was born October 29, 1924, in Beach Creek,
W.Va., a daughter of the late Young Kennedy and the late Sallie Hessie
Mitchell.
Dixie was a retired school teacher from the Cabell County Schools
and a member of the Locust Grove Baptist Church.
Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by her beloved
husband Dr. James E. Irvin; three brothers Robert Kennedy, Bill Kennedy and
Junior Kennedy and five sisters Chloe Blankenship, Nancy (Nan) Blevins, Mary Lucille (Lou) Blankenship,
Mildred Dean and Martha Jane Pierce.
Survivors left to cherish her memory are two sons and one
daughter-in-law; Donald R. Irvin (Annette) of Huntington and John Roy Irvin of
Huntington; a daughter and son-in-law Linda Lee Gutierrez (Paul) of Kenova; grandchildren J. B. Blankenship (Ashley) of Huntington, Amy Smith (Zane)
of Kenova, Elizabeth Johnson (Andy) of Milton, Christina Hayslett (Eric) of
Scott Depot, Montana Coleman (Corey) of Kenova, Paul Gutierrez, Jr., and
Triston Gutierrez and great-grandchildren
Lydia and Ethan Smith, Camden Hayslett, Cole and Luke Johnson, Sophia Hope
Coleman, Finley, Chandler and Kennedy Blankenship.
Funeral services at 1 p.m. Saturday,
December 27, 2014, at the Locust Grove Baptist Church with Pastor Randall
Robertson officiating.
Interment will follow in Spring Valley Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Jan. 16,
2015
Retha Crabtree Neale went to be with the Lord on January 13, 2015.
She was born on June 17, 1926, in Huntington, West Virginia.
Retha gained fame as a country western singer on The Saturday Night
Jamboree and Hayloft Time with her brother Odey Crabtree, prior to serving for
over 30 years as the Director of Occupational Therapy at the Huntington State
Hospital. She was a member of Lewis Memorial Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her father George B. Crabtree and
mother Rosa Sansom Crabtree, as well as her brother Odey Crabtree and sister Theldia Blankenship.
Retha is survived by her loving family, her husband of 71 years Jay
M. Neale; sons Roger (Donna) Neale of Harrisburg, N.C., and Danny (Susanne)
Neale of Huntington; grandchildren Laura Ann Neale, David Bryan Neale, Danny
Jay Neale II, Chad Alan Neale and Natalie Marie Pait; great-grandchildren
Stephanie, Lindsey, Jessica, Jacob, Bella, Nathan, Madeline, and Elaina; and
sister Esta Spears, as well as nieces, nephews and extended family.
Funeral services will be conducted 6 p.m. Saturday, January 17,
2015, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Dr. David B. Lemming officiating.
Graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday in Ridgelawn Memorial Park,
Abbey of Devotion.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Jan. 28,
2015
James Forrest "Frog" Bowen, 95, of Huntington, went to be
with the Lord Sunday, January 25, 2015, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice
House. He was born December 26, 1919, in Huntington, a son of the late James
Sylvester and Christina McComas Bowen.
Funeral services will be conducted noon Thursday, January 29, 2015,
at Chapman's Mortuary, with Pastor Tim Arthur officiating. Burial will follow
in Ridgelawn Memorial Park.
His loving wife of 68 years Virginia K. Young Bowen, a son James
"Sonny" Bowen Jr., a sister
Ella Mae Blankenship and a
brother Robert S. "Bob" Bowen also preceded him in death.
He was the warehouse supervisor for Southern Wholesale Furniture,
and retired from Star Furniture. A member of the former
Walnut Hills Baptist Church where he was known by everyone as "The Candy
Man."
Survivors include: a daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and David
Byrd; daughter-in-law, Pamela Bowen all of Huntington; four grandchildren and
their spouses, Andy Bowen (Dawn) of Bridgeport, W.Va., Amy Maynard (Clyde) of
Huntington, Todd Bowen (Faustina) of Pt. Pleasant, W.Va., and Kathy Persinger
(Shawn) of Proctorville, Ohio; 11 great-grandchildren, Kayla Byrd, Nikolas
Maynard, Owen Chafin, Jacob Bowen, Isabella Bowen, Brooklyne Bowen, Brody
Bowen, Kennedy Persinger, Lucas Bowen, Garrett Safford and Grant Safford; and a
host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Feb.
2 to Feb. 3, 2015
Randy Lee Mahon was born October 13, 1975, in Williamson, W.Va., a
beloved son of Linda Blankenship of McCarr, Ky., formerly of Thacker,
W.Va., departed this life Friday morning January 30, 2015, in Huntington,
W.Va., at the age of 39.
Those that precede Randy in death include his maternal grandparent,
the late Willie, and his paternal grandmother, Mary Mahon
Those that are left to mourn his passing, in addition to his loving
mother Linda, include his brothers, James Allen Mahon of Red Jacket, W.Va.;
sister, Tammy Carr of McCarr, Ky.; a daughter, Angel Williams of Thacker,
W.Va.; maternal grandmother, Vernal Dotson, and paternal grandfather, Pliant
Mahon. Randy Lee is also survived by a host of loving family and friends and
will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Although a life so very short lived his legacy of love will
continue to live in the hearts of his precious mother, sister, brother, family
and close friends.
Honoring services will be conducted Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at
noon at Church of God In Jesus Name located at Thacker Hollow No. 2 of Thacker,
W.Va., with Pastor Delmer Akers officiating; burial will then follow in the
Harris cemetery of Thacker Hollow No. 11 of Thacker, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Daily Independent, (Ashland, KY) Date: February 7, 2015
Lorraine Blankenship,
93, of Huntington, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015, in
Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, [Boyd Co., KY]. Mrs. Blankenship was born Oct. 20, 1921,
in West Russell, a daughter of the late Fred D. and Marie Scaggs Wilson.
She was also preceded in death by her son, Jack Edward
"Ed" Blankenship;
three sisters, Mattie Jean Gwynn, Delores Ann Wilson and Juanita Hylton; and
two brothers, Donald Wilson and Ronald "Whitey" Wilson.
She was a former secretary for Thompson, Kemper & Associates in
Ashland. She loved sending and receiving greeting cards, working crossword
puzzles and playing dominoes.
Surviving are a sister, Barbara Scott of Ashland; three grandchildren, Jason (Ashley) Blankenship, Jan Marie (Ryan) Rhodee and Lea Ann Blankenship; a great-grandchild; and several nieces
and nephews.
The funeral will be at noon Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015, at First
Baptist Church in Raceland by the Rev. Tom Stephens. Burial will be in Woodland
Cemetery in Ironton, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Feb. 14,
2015
Doris Mae Dickerson,
89 [1926], of
Huntington, W.Va., widow of Willard Dickerson, had a heavenly homecoming
Wednesday, February 11, 2015, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was a
homemaker.
Funeral services will be conducted on Sunday, February 15, 2015, at
2 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Jeff Sizemore. Burial will follow
at Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova.
She was preceded in death by her parents John T. and Mamie
Blankenship and five brothers.
She is survived by a son Jimmy Allen Dickerson; three daughters
Pamela Jayne Ramey (Jeff), and Carolyn Sue Odom, all of Huntington and Linda
Estep of Florida; five grandchildren, Gailyn (Keith), Kristie Neal (Scott), Tia
Ramey, Jimmie Lee Collins (Leslie) and Tabitha Renee' Collins. Doris is also
survived by five great-grandchildren, Austin, Gage and Cross Collins, Shelbie
Ramey and Zack Neal; a very special friend Rosetta Godby; a very special nephew Don Blankenship, and many nieces and nephews. Doris will be missed by all who knew
and loved her.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Mar. 6, 2015
James Robert Riner II, 65, of Huntington, husband of Jo Ann
McKinney Riner, died Sunday, March 1, 2015, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. He
was born October 10, 1949, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late James Robert
and Zettie Louise Blankenship
Riner.
A brother, T. R. Riner, also preceded him in death.
He was a communication specialist with the former AT&T and
Marshall University. James attended Lighthouse Baptist Church, loved to fish
and enjoyed his family time, especially his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, survivors include a daughter and
son-in-law Kellie and Andrew Harshbarger of Huntington; two sons and a
daughter-in-law, Greg and Angie Riner of Huntington and Thomas Riner at home;
four grandchildren, Hanley Riner, Aiden Harshbarger, Owen Harshbarger and Ella
Harshbarger; a sister and brother-in-law Linda and Tom Connell of Dayton, Ohio;
a brother Pat Riner of Huntington; and nieces and nephews, Robert Accord, Devon
Connell, Scotty Connell, Sean Riner, Michelle Bolton, and a special nephew,
Stephen Riner.
A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2015 at
Lighthouse Baptist Church, with Pastor Dennis Morrello officiating. Chapman's
Mortuary is assisting the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Mar. 17,
2015
Bill James Dunfee, 83, of Huntington, husband of Barbara Dunfee,
passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2015, at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was
born on March 8, 1932, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late John L. and
Olive Johnson Dunfee.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother
Joe Dunfee.
In addition to his wife he is survived by daughters Jonna (Chuck) Hughes of Milton, Margy (Todd) Blankenship with
whom he made his home in Huntington, Katrina (Rick) Eskins of Huntington,
Lauren Chamberlain of Harker Heights, Texas; grandchildren Chris (Melanie)
Hughes, Alison (Michael) White, Sean Hughes, Cara Eskins, Travis Eskins, Shelbi
Crow, all of Huntington, Bailey Chamberlain, Brandon (Miriah) Knapp and
Jonathon Knapp of Killeen, Texas; and eight great-grandchildren; and a dear
friend, Larry McCoy.
Bill served as Cabell County Commissioner for 18 years and was
instrumental in adding water lines to remote areas of the county. He retired as
an agent for Prudential Insurance. He was also a volunteer driver for the DAV
for several years. Bill enjoyed collecting cast iron toy soldiers and traveled
the area to shows to find elusive pieces for his collection. He was an avid
history buff who loved to travel and explore Presidential home sites, burial
sites and historic locations. He loved Revolutionary War and Civil War battle
songs and road trips were often filled with not only history, but songs.
Needless to say, a trip with Bill was always interesting! Bill loved Colonial
Williamsburg and that was a favorite place for him to travel. As such, his
family has decided that his ashes will be scattered there at some time in the
future.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at 3
p.m. at Beard Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Steve Harvey officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Apr. 16,
2015
Thelma Ruth Jordan, 84, of Huntington, passed away on April 13,
2015, at Heritage Center Huntington.
Funeral services will be held at noon Friday April 17, 2015, at
Ferrell-Chambers Funeral Home. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memorial
Gardens, Barboursville.
Thelma was born February 16, 1931, in Sweetland, W.Va., a daughter
of the late Seybert Blankenship and Reba Mae Cooper.
Thelma was a member of the 36th Street Tabernacle in Huntington.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband
Clarence Eugene "Red" Jordan; one son, Danny Lee Jordan Sr., and two brothers, Eugene Blankenship (Connie) and Leo Blankenship.
Thelma is survived by one daughter, Brenda Gail Jordan of
Huntington; one brother, Charles Lee Blankenship of Columbus Ohio; one sister, Maxine Hannon (Albert) of Proctorville Ohio;
three grandchildren, Danny Lee Jordan Jr., James Nicholas Jordan (Shanna
Elizabeth Jordan), Steven Jordan (Stephanie Ann Jordan); and two
great-grandchildren, Sean Nicholas Jordan and Mikayla Aisling Jordan. A special
sister-in-law Phyllis Jordan Jeffers of Huntington and two special friends, Roger
and Delores Simmons of Barboursville, W.Va., also survive.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on June 14,
2015
Barbara Frances Roach, 68, of Huntington, passed away Thursday,
June 11, 2015, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington. She was
born April 19, 1947, in Hinton, W.Va., a daughter of the late George Woodrow
and Ruby Stevens Williams.
Her husband, H. Keith Roach; a sister, Ann Bonner and a brother, Bill
Williams, also preceded her in death.
Survivors include; two daughters and sons-in-law, Christine
(Braisse) Carter of Huntington and Susan (Billy) Saunders of Brandenburg, Ky;
four grandchildren, Sarah Gordon,
Brittany Saunders, Blayne
Blankenship and Brenden Blankenship; two great
grandchildren, Carson Meadows and Aubriana Blankenship;
four sisters, Nellie Burner, Neta Wood, Joyce Coad, and Darlene Milan; and
several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon, Monday, June 15, 2015,
at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Dennis Morrello officiating.
Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on July
9, 2015
Ada Louise Dillon, 85, of Huntington, W.Va., went to sleep and woke
up in Jesus' arms on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. She was born September 25, 1929, in
Logan County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Charlie and Emma Lyall Carter.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2015,
at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Pastor George
Leese. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
She was a member of Good Shepherd Free Will Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband Billy J. Dillon, one
daughter, Deborah Foo-Saunders, one sister,
Edith Blankenship, three brothers, Dempsey, Dewey and Bill
Carter and two sons-in-law, Roy Smith and Frank Foo.
She is survived by three daughters, Phyllis (Pete) Robertson and
Gail (Joe) Butcher of Huntington, and Helen Smith of Proctorville, Ohio; one
son, Charles Dillon of Huntington; three sisters, Shirley Gillespie of Logan
County, Faye Bowens of Danville, W.Va., Lula Browning of North Carolina; one
brother, Bob Carter of Logan County; seven grandchildren, seven
great-grandchildren; her faithful dog Macie, and her church family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Funeral
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on July 14,
2015
Thelma Pauline Blankenship, 75, of Huntington died July 13 in Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice
House.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Wallace
Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville; burial will be in Forest Memorial
Park, Milton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on July 15,
2015
Thelma Pauline Blankenship, 75, of Huntington, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on
Monday, July 13, 2015. She was born July 5, 1940, in Princeton, W.Va., a
daughter of the late Marvin Daniel Rash and Gladys Pauline Matheney Rash.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 16,
2015, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel with Pastor Paul Meadows
officiating. Burial will be in Forest Memorial Park, Milton.
She was formerly employed for 27 years with Corbin Ltd., and
retired from the Marshall University School of Medicine. She was a member of
Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church where she played in the "String
Band."
She was preceded in death by two grandsons, Stewart Chapman Jr.,
and Matthew Chapman, a son-in-law Michael Mount and five brothers.
She is survived by her loving husband
of 59 years, Lee Blankenship; her step mother Mary Lou Rash of
Clendenin, W.Va.; three daughters, Trish Mount of Ona, W.Va., Sherry (Rusty)
Dobbins of Barboursville, and Lisa (Bobby) Reynolds of Proctorville, Ohio,
formerly of Barboursville; three sisters, Gail Hughes of Nancy, Ky., Kay Craft
of Mechanicsville, Va., and Faye Lester of Richland, Va.; one brother, Ray Rash
of Beckley, W.Va.; eight grandchildren, Jason (Veronica) Napier, Jessica
(Latoya) Napier, Andy (Kama) Reynolds, Samantha Taylor, Amanda (Brett) Bocook,
Shawn (Monica) Mount, Kathy Adkins and Kim (Keith) Zimmerman; and 18
great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on July 26,
2015
Ruby Smith, 74, of Huntington, passed away Wednesday, July 22,
2015, in Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born January 26, 1941, in Panther,
W.Va., McDowell County, a daughter of the late Joe and Fannie Blankenship McCoy.
Graveside services will be conducted noon, Monday, July 27, 2015,
at Spring Hill Cemetery, with Pastor Randy Jeffers officiating. Burial will
follow.
In addition to her parents, several siblings preceded her in death.
She worked as a dental assistant.
Survivors include four daughters, Kathy Smith, Loretta Smith,
Connie Hicks and Lorene Smith; the father of her children, Clayton Smith; one
sister, Pearlie Berry; one brother, George McCoy; six grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on July 29,
2015
Dorothy Ellen Warne, 88 of Huntington, W.Va., passed away on
Sunday, July 26, 2015. She was born August 6, 1926, in Huntington, W.Va., the
daughter of the late Walter and Colleta Kain Caverly.
Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on
Thursday, July 30 at Our Lady of Fatima Church with Rev. Fr. Paul Yuenger
officiating. Burial will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband
James W. Warne, a daughter Sue Ellen Bellomy, a son Thomas Vincent Warne, a
sister and three brothers.
She was an active member of Our of Fatima Church and was a
volunteer at Our Lady of Fatima School.
She is survived by her children
James W. Warne Jr. of Monument, Colo., Julia Ann Warne of Huntington, Debra Elaine (Ronnie) Blankenship of
Huntington, William Walter (Robin) Warne of Wimberly, Texas and Jeannie (David)
Thomasson of Spring Branch, Texas; a brother Robert L. Caverly of
Christiansburg, Va.; 16 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a host of
nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on Oct. 13, 2015
Joyce "Joy" Blankenship, 71 of Huntington, W.Va., died Sunday, October 11, 2015, at her
home in Huntington. She was born November 8, 1943, in Cabell County, W.Va., a
daughter of the late Reverend Charles and Martha Louise Rowsey Plybon.
Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 14,
2015, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Bill DeMoss officiating.
Burial will be in Woodmere Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Alex Blankenship,
Nick Werthammer, Morgan Moses, Scott Blankenship, Jay Hatcher and Christopher
Hatcher.
Joyce was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother
and was lovingly called "Gran." Joy served as an active member and
officer of the Cabell County Democratic Women's Club.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jr.
Blankenship and three
brothers, Jim, John and Sonny Plybon.
Survivors include her two sons,
Rob Blankenship and Tammy Graham of Huntington, Jeff Blankenship and wife Cathy of South Point, Ohio; five grandchildren, Lauren Werthammer (Nick)
of Huntington, Whitney Blankenship (Raphael)
of Caen, France, Katie
Blankenship (Morgan) of
Milton, Elizabeth Putnam (Kevin) of Amissville, Va., and Alex Blankenship (Lauren) of Magnolia, Del.; two
great-grandchildren, Kyleigh Hazelett of Virginia and Lilly Kate Werthammer of
Huntington; one brother-in-law, Ray Blankenship and wife Betty of Huntington; and special
caregivers and friends Lisa Owens and Tanya Lawhon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on Oct. 26, 2015
Eva E. Carter, 90,
of Huntington, W.Va., passed on to her heavenly home on Friday, October 23,
2015, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. She was born December 15, 1924,
at Mt. Gay, W.Va., to Lucinda Marcum Blankenship
and Ernest Blankenship Sr.
Funeral service will be conducted at noon Tuesday, October 27,
2015, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Minister Wayne Carter
officiating. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery.
Preceding her in death were brothers,
Brice and Ernest Blankenship Jr. and Willis Gillman; and son-in-law, Anthony Ogg.
She was loved dearly and will be deeply missed by those who survive
her including two daughters, Wilma and William Riess and Raedean Ogg; one
stepdaughter, Betty and Ron Norris; and one stepson, Larry Carter; three
grandchildren and their spouses; five great-grandchildren and one baby boy due
in December; and numerous nieces and nephews, neighbors and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lesage, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Aug. 7, 2014
Patsy Kay Blankenship Chapman, 50, of Lesage died Aug. 6.
Funeral services will be conducted noon Saturday, Wallace Funeral
Home, Milton; burial will be in Templeton Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Milton, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Aug. 20,
2014
Darrin Lee Garcia, 28, of Milton, died August 16, 2014 in Berea, [Madison
Co.], Ky.
He was born October 25, 1985 in Victorville, Calif.
He was preceded in death by his dad, Ray Garcia and his beloved
Christina Renay.
Darrin is a 2004 graduate of Cabell Midland High School. He
participated in Milton Youth League football, baseball and basketball.
Darrin is survived by his mom,
Rena Blankenship Garcia and his grandpa, Roscoe (Bud) Sowards, his
precious beloved daughters, Linda Shea and Summer Renay Garcia and their
mother, Jesse Garcia; his natural parents, Dana and Liisa Lewis Tyler; aunt and
uncle, Anita and Russ Copodonna; "sisters", Brittney and Jeni
Copodonna; nephew, Bradley; niece, Christina; uncle, Dwight Tyler, all of
Milton; and his godparents, Ted and Vangie Garcia of LaMirada, Calif.; aunts
and uncle, Lisa Park, Karen Hall and Ray Garcia, II.
Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, August 21, 2014
at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Rev. Edwin S. Harper. Burial will be in
Culloden Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
http://www.genlookups.com/wv/webbbs_config.pl/read/55
Raymond
Garcia, 81, of Milton, husband of Rena Blankenship Garcia,
died Saturday, June 26, 200.4, at his residence.
A memorial service was held Friday, July
2, 2004, at Heck Funeral Home, Milton with Father Bert Valdes officiating.
Inurement will be at a later date at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside,
Calif.
Ray was born July 17, 1922, in Frederick
Colo., a son of the late Max and Josephine Montez Garcia. He was also preceded
in death by his beloved Chrisina Renay; sisters, Matilda Vigil, Elsie Beaubien
and Rita Rowley; brothers, Max and Rueben Garcia.
Ray served as a Pharmacist Mate in the
Navy during World War II and as a Military Police in the Army during the Koren
Campaign. He was a member of the American Legion Post 139, Milton and the DAV,
and retired from Chemical Leaman Tank Lines.
Along with his wife, Ray is survived by
his three daughters and son-in-laws, Anita and Russell Copodonna and
granddaughters Brittney and Jeni of Milton, Lisa and Randy Park and children
Kimberly and Kevin of Phelan, Calif., Karen and David Hall and children Taylor
and Trevor of Richmond, Ind.; two sons, Darrin Garcia at home and Raymond
Garica II of Las Vegas, Nev., and granddaughter Kayla Garcia of Riverside,
Calif.; stepsons, Dana Tyler of Milton and Dwight Tyler of St. Albans; three
brothers, Ted Garcia of La Mirada, Calif., Tony Garcia and Frank Garcia of San
Bruno, Calif.; his loving sister, Doris Childers of Burney, Calif.;
godchildren, Raymond Pacheco, Antonette Ellis, Rebecca Deutch and Heather
Hutchinson.
2015, Milton, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Jan. 23,
2015
Ira Lee White, 65, of Milton, W.Va., formerly of Logan, W.Va.,
passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2015, at home after a long illness. He was
born May 6, 1949, in Accoville, W.Va., the son of the late William and Georgie
White.
Ira was a 1967 graduate of Logan High School, held a degree in
Mining Engineering from Southern West Virginia Community College, and was a
decorated Vietnam veteran. He served as Staff Sergeant while in the US Air
Force and later served as a volunteer at the VA Hospital in Huntington. He was
a member of the Culloden United Baptist Church. Ira spent most of his career
working for Island Creek Coal Company as a tipple mechanic and heavy equipment
operator. As a coal miner, he served as Secretary and Treasurer for UMWA Local
#5813. The latter part of his career was spent as a long-haul trucker, driving
for Cardinal Freight Carriers. He was a former member of the Logan Lions Club,
the WV Fiddler's Association, and a frequent visitor to the Mountaineer Opry
House in Milton. He loved to sing and play guitar and had a passion for
bluegrass music. Ira was a sincere, honest, and capable man. No matter what he
did, he always gave 100 percent. He was a devoted husband, father, papaw, and
friend. More than anything else, he enjoyed spending time with his friends and
family.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Linda Sue White; his daughters Christy Marie Blankenship and Robyn Ann Perovich, both of Madison,
W.Va., and Iris Lea Miller of Milton; his sons-in-law
Ricky Blankenship, John Allen Perovich and James Walter
Miller; his grandchildren John Allen
Perovich Jr., Bobby Lee Mitchell III, Kaytlin Sue Perovich, Seth Ira Mitchell,
Olivia Brooke Miller and Connor
Marshall Blankenship. He has
one surviving sister, Alice Rhoten of Florida and a surviving brother, William
White of Oregon.
Preceding him in death were his sisters, Lilly White and Diana
White, both of California.
Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, January 25, 2015, at the Evans
Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Chapmanville, W.Va., with Larry Brammer
officiating. Burial with military graveside services will follow in the
Highland Memory Gardens, Godby, W.Va. Pallbearers will be Ricky Blankenship, John Perovich, James Miller, John Allen
Perovich Jr., Bobby Lee Mitchell, Seth Mitchell, Emmett Russell, Michael
Russell, Kurt Russell and Matthew Aldridge.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Milton, Cabell Co., WV, Death
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Nov. 19,
2015
Jackie Earl Blankenship, 79 [1936], of Milton, husband
of Carolyn Blankenship, died Nov. 18.
Schneider-Griffin Funeral Home, Chesapeake, Ohio, is in charge of
arrangements, which are incomplete.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Ona, Cabell Co.,
WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Oct. 16,
2014
Judy Gail "Crites" Harold, 71, of Ona, beloved Mother, passed away Monday October 13,
2014 at Midland Meadows, Ona. She was born July 25, 1943 in Huntington, to Clyde Asbury and the late Reathel Wanda Saunders Blankenship.
Judy was a former employee of Cilco and Chiron Interoptics and she
was a homemaker. She was also a member of the American Legion Post 93 of Kenova
Ladies Auxiliary.
In addition to her mother she was also preceded in death by her
husband Arnold Lee Harold; two brothers and one sister.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law Karen and Tom Lemaster;
two sons and a daughter in law Mark and Sheryl Crites and Jeff Crites and his
girlfriend Lavona Jones; four grandchildren Zachary Gebhardt, Leslie and Jason Crites,
Courtney Crites; two step grandchildren Seth and Devon Lease; two
great-granddaughters; three brothers
Randy Blankenship, Ronnie Blankenship
and Homer Blankenship; sister
Cindy Withrow and several nieces and nephews.
Those who knew Judy, she was a private person and as per her
request her service will be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Ona, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Nov. 18,
2014
William Paul Glover, 68, of Ona, went home to be with the Lord on
Sunday, November 16, 2014. He was born October 9, 1946 in Putnam County, W.Va.,
a son of the late Linkfield and Eulah Mae Thomas Glover.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, November
19, 2014 at Cox's Landing United Methodist Church by Pastor Carl Mouser. Burial
will be in Herrenkohl Cemetery.
He was retired from Lambert Construction and Equipment. He was a
member of Cox's Landing United Methodist Church and Labor Union Local No. 543.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Sherry Lyn Glover, three
brothers, Charles Ray Glover, Gary Wayne Glover, and Johnny Glover, two
sisters, Lorena Carol Mullins and Evalene Glover and his father-in-law, Lester
Short.
He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Carter Glover; two sons and
daughters-in-law, Paul and Linda Glover of Ona, and Anthony and Susanne Glover
of Cyclone, W.Va.; three sisters, Ladonna LaValley and Darlene Tenervia, both
of Grand Rapid, Mich., and Mary Toth of Howard City, Mich.; one brother, Henry
Glover of Howard City, Mich.; two grandchildren,
Paul Edward Blankenship and April Worden; four great grandchildren, Samantha Ross, Mackenzie Blankenship, Hannah Blankenship
and Lillian Worden; his mother-in-law, Edna Short; and a host of nieces,
nephews and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Salt Rock, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 23,
2014
Barbara Kay Blankenship, 66, of Salt Rock, W.Va., passed away Sunday, December 21, 2014,
at her residence. She was born October 28, 1948, in Milton, W.Va., a daughter
of the late Elmer Blackburn and Dahlia Amerilla Beckett White.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon Tuesday, December 23,
2014, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington with Pastor Jeff Sizemore officiating.
Burial will follow in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.
She was a sales associate with Wal-Mart and a member of
Bloomingdale-Salem Baptist Church.
Survivors include two daughters
and sons-in-law, Sheri and Bobby Legg of Huntington, and Cheryl and Jim Kane of Salt Rock; four grandchildren, Jonathan and Bekah
Legg of Huntington, Alex and Andrew Kane of Salt Rock; one brother and
sister-in-law, Roger and Rita White of Little Rock, Ark.; and a special friend
Larry Glenn of Milton.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. to service time Tuesday at the
funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make
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Calhoun
2014, Mud Fork, Calhoun Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 11 to
Oct. 12, 2014
Roger "Weazle" Watkins, 65, of Mud Fork, passed away
Fri., Oct. 10, 2014, at Logan
Regional Medical Center, [Logan Co., WV], after a long battle with cancer. Born
June 24, 1949, in Logan, he was a son of the late Gordon and Nancy Watkins.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his
daughter, Kimberly Watkins; his sisters:
Karlene Edmondson and Mary
Blankenship, and his brothers:
Eugene Watkins and Buster Ray Watkins.
Roger was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the AMVETS of
Logan.
Those left to cherish his memory include his son, Robert
"Bobby" Watkins; three brothers: Gordon "Duke" (Kay)
Watkins, Victor "Pee Wee" (Dinah) Watkins, and Donald
"Coon" Watkins; four sisters: Ruth Watkins, Virginia Watkins-Davis,
Nancy Gail Flemings, and Vivian (Tom) Zamow, and a host of aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tues., Oct. 14, at James
Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Hartwell officiating. Burial will follow at
Highland Memory Gardens at Godby.
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Clay
2015, Clay, Clay Co., WV,
Obituary
http://www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com/obits/obituary.php?id=639338
Donald Blankenship,
65, of Clay, entered into rest Wednesday, February 4, 2015. Born February 3,
1950 in Baltimore, MD., he was the son the late Donald and Joan Blankenship
Donald is survived by his sisters,
Linda Adkins of Clay and Debra Spoonire of Bandera, TX
Graveside service will be held 1:00 P.M. Sunday, February 8, 2015
at Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Summersville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Clay, Clay
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) Date: March 24, 2015
Emily June King,
71, of Clay, entered into rest Sunday, March 22, 2015. Born March 29, 1943 in
Widen, she was the daughter of the late Dempsey and Pearl Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
son, Paul King Jr., and brother, Ronald Keith Blankenship.
She was retired from Naval Ordinance Station.
Emily is survived by her daughter, Sheila Nottingham of Maysel;
grandchildren, Michael King and Patrick King, both of St. Mary's, Md., and
Justin Delwarte and Ronee Nottingham, both of Clay; three great-grandchildren; brothers, Dempsey Blankenship Jr. of Summersville and Jerry Blankenship of Dunbar; and sisters, Linda Kay Hawley of Scott Depot, Shirley Butler and Crystal Salisbury, both of Summersville, and Vickie Orange of Roanoke, Va.
Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, at
Mount Vernon Cemetery, Summersville, with Minister John Osborne officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Lizemores, Clay Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - December 22, 2015
Dorvil Harold Taylor, 76, of Lizemores, went home to be with the
Lord on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2015. Born June 6, 1939 in Leatherwood, he was the son
of the late Willie and Flossie (Morris) Taylor.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his
brothers, Denzil, Darrell, Duvil, Dwayne and Drexel, and sister, Mona Jeffers.
He was a coal miner for 32 years.
Dorvil is survived by his wife, Wanda Taylor; children and spouses, Harold (Robin) Taylor, Ritchie (Stephanie)
Taylor, Melissa (Mike) Bohan and Regina (Tim) Blankenship ; brother, Doyle Taylor; sisters, Zona Rader, Theda Dailey and
Karen Boggs; 11 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, at
Wilson-Shamblin-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister John Osborne officiating.
Burial will be in Willie Taylor Cemetery, Leatherwood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Fayette
+2014, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Ronnie Lee Lester 75 of Fayetteville formerly of Brenton passed
away Monday, December 8, 2014 as a result of an automobile accident. Born
November 27, 1939 at Ikes Fork, WV he was the son of the late Sampy Hugh Lester
and Gertrude Blankenship Lester.
Ronnie enjoyed carpentry, church and spending time with his family
and grandbabies. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother,
Donald Lester; a sister Nina Faye. He has been reunited in Heaven with his
precious wife of 47 years, Beulah Lester who was the mother of his son, Dana
Lester and his wife, Tammy of Mt. City, TN and daughter, Rhonda England and her
husband, Wendell of Shady Springs.
Survivors include his loving wife, Vernie Lester of the residence;
3 Step-daughters: Jennifer Morgan and her husband, Onnie of Fayetteville, Donna
Browning and her husband, Jerry Ezell of Matthews, NC, Shannon Aubill and her
husband, Jerry of Crab Orchard; A step-son, Don Browning and his wife, Shea of
Fayetteville; 4 brothers, Sampy, Eugene, Jeff and Phillip Lester; 5 sisters,
Dolly, Patsy, Joyce, Sharon and Beatrice; 7 grandchildren, CJ England, Tyler
England, Kristin Stewart, Brandon Lester, Brittany Lawson, Angelica Hill and
Daniel Lester; 13 great-grandchildren; 11 step-grandchildren; 8
step-great-grandchildren; He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Ronnie’s life will be held at 12 p.m. Friday,
December 12, 2014 at the Christian Fellowship Worship Center with the Rev. Bill
Goode officiating. Burial will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Gauley Bridge, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - May 19, 2014
Lettie Marie Pritt, 67, of Gauley Bridge, passed away Friday, May
16, 2014. Born November 11, 1946, in Charleston, she was the daughter of the
late Leon and Louise (McGraw) Pritt.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
sisters, Charlotte Foster, Patricia Settle, Brenda Wayne and Frances Pritt; and
brothers, Floyd Pritt and Ron Pritt.
Lettie is survived by her daughter,
Michelle and son-in-law,
Tim Blankenship; three grandchildren, Jamie, Timmy and Nicki Blankenship; brothers, Roy Pritt and Archie Pritt;
sisters, Evelyn Samples and Helen Price; and several nieces and nephews and
great-nieces and -nephews. She was dearly loved by all. She dedicated her life
to her three grandsons.
Funeral service will be held 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, at Pennington
Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge, with Minister Naamon Moore officiating. Burial
will be in King Cemetery, Holcomb Ridge.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Gauley Bridge, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) Date: November 20, 2014
Dorthy Sayre, 69 [1945], of Gauley Bridge, died Nov. 15, 2014 at CAMC Memorial,
Charleston, [Kanawha Co., WV].
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Elzie O. Preast
and Chessie Faye Blankenship; husband, Ted Pritt; brother, Nathan
Wayne; sister, Levana Dhaoui; and step-daughter, Tammy Preddy.
Surviving: her husband, Ronnie of Gauley Bridge; sons, Merivale
James Slaughter and wife Nicole of Fayetteville, and Matthew Wayne Slaughter of
Oak Hill; grandchildren, Danielle Turner of Beckley, Daniel Slaughter and wife
Jenny of Gauley Bridge, Christina Treadway and husband Dennis of Clear Creek,
Corey Slaughter of New York, Andrea Hanshew and husband Joshua of Ansted, and
Timothy Fischer and Melissa Slaughter, both of Oak Hill; 11
great-grandchildren; step-children, Tressie Meeker and husband Mark, Ronnie
Sayre Jr. and wife Donna of Oak Hill, Tina Peck of Rockcastle and Michael Sayre
and wife,Kathy of Kentuck; 10 step-grandchildren and one step-great-grandchild;
sisters, Brenda and Michael Lanham of Gauley Bridge, Betty Elkins of Gauley
Bridge and Verna Stringer of Seville, Ohio; brothers, Stanley and Nadine Preast
of Locust, N.C., Clifford Preast of Gauley Bridge, Carroll and Judy Preast of
Swiss, Elzie O. Preast Jr. of Lakeland, Fla. and Robert and Susan Preast of
Locust, N.C.
Funeral services were Nov. 19 at the Pennington Funeral Home,
Gauley Bridge, with Rev. Mark Meeker officiating. Burial followed in the
Montgomery Memorial Park, London.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Minden, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: April 29, 2015
Mary Etta Pizzino Jones, of Minden, born March 1st, 1955, passed
away on April 17th, 2015, at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley.
She is survived by her husband, Larry Jones; her son, Mark Pizzino;
daughter-in-law, Vickie Pizzino and one grandchild, Jack Anthony Pizzino, all
of Minden. She is also survived by two siblings, Everett and Polly Pack; sister-in-law and friend, Pam Blankenship Payne; and nieces
and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Josephine Lee and father,
Earl Shrewsbury. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by two infant
children, a son, Pete Pizzino Jr. and daughter, Joetta Pizzino. Also two brothers, David and Henry and a sister, Lizzie.
Mary was an employee at Raleigh County Animal Shelter, Voca, FMRS,
Beckley Newspaper and Hidden Valley Summit. She attended church while health
permitted at Minden Community Church, and Fayetteville Family Worship. Mary
enjoyed playing bingo and watching TV. She had a love for all animals, and
enjoyed playing with her dog.
A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be at 1 p.m. on
Saturday, May 2, 2015, at the Daystar Worship Center in Kilsyth.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Oak Hill, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Geneva Sharon Miller Blankenship, 65, of Oak Hill formerly of Brenton, passed away Monday,
September 8, 2014 following a short illness. Born April 8, 1949 at Brenton, she
was the daughter of the late Bill and Mae Craig Miller
Geneva was a member of the Brenton Church of God. She attended
Baileysville High School and was in the band. She enjoyed car racing, working
with flowers, cooking and being with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Samuel “Lucky” Blankenship; a brother, David Miller and two sisters, Lillie Dee Roscoe and
Shirley Ray Miller.
Survivors include; Three Sons,
Steve Blankenship and his wife, Melissa of Oceana, Bill Blankenship and his companion, Jennifer Massey of Oak
Hill, Chris Blankenship and his companion, Melissa Collins of
Brenton, Brother, Roscoe Miller and his wife, Rita of Brenton, Two Sisters,
Dorothy A. Green and her husband, Roy and Janine Bass and her husband, James,
all of Brenton. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, and 10
great-grandchildren
A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held at 1 P.M., Saturday,
September 13, 2014 at the Brenton Church of God with Rev. Lee Fischer
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: June 23, 2015
Gerald "Jerry" Eugene Johnson, 81, of Oak Hill, passed
away on Sunday, June 21, 2015 at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley, [Raleigh
Co., WV] following a short illness. Born on June 14, 1934 in Lansing, WV,
and was the son of the late Matthew Johnson and Noca Lewis Johnson.
Jerry retired after working 17 years from the West Virginia Parkway
Authorities, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, and Value Plus. He liked to stay busy until he
could no longer work where he watched his favorite television show, The
Waltons.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers,
Fred and John Johnson; grandson, Zachary Baumbush.
Those left to carry on his legacy include his wife Charlotte Smith
Johnson of Oak Hill; children, Deborah Blankenship and husband
Phillip, Karen Willis and husband Bruce, Gerald
Johnson II and wife Rita, Matthew Johnson and wife Terri, Terrie Lynn and
husband J. C.; step-children, Samuel Adkins and wife Kristen, Kimberly Frady
and husband David, Marshall Adkins, and Darrell Adkins; also 15 grandchildren
and 10 great grandchildren.
Services will be conducted at 12 noon on Wednesday, June 24, 2015
at the High Lawn Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Hill, with Pastor Rudell Bloomfield
officiating. Interment will follow at High Lawn Memorial Park also in Oak Hill.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Pax, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: May 15, 2015
Tommy Joe Meredith, 67, of Pax, died on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at
his home. Born January 17, 1948 at Kingston, W.Va., he was the son of the late
William Russell and Rachel Williams Meredith.
Tommy was a retired coal miner. He enjoyed watching his birds, spending
time with family and friends and watching his grandchildren play. He was a US
Army veteran having served in Vietnam.
He was preceded in death by a son, Tommy Meredith Jr.; brothers,
Clarence Meredith, Bucky Meredith and Jimmy Meredith and sisters, Ann Thomas
and Rosemary Painter
Survivors include wife, Debbie Ann Craddock Meredith; two sons,
Mike Meredith and wife, Karen of Martinsville, Va. and Brian Meredith and wife,
Becky of Pax; two daughters, Dr. Jody Meredith and husband, Jason of Pax and
Meredith Roof and husband, Donnie of Leitchfield, Ky.; and two brothers, Henry
Meredith and wife, Barbara of Pax and Chester Meredith and wife, Glyda of
Greensboro, N.C. Also surviving are grandchildren,
Brianna Meredith, Cameron Meredith, Michael Meredith, Cassidy Meredith,
Danielle Dudley, Logan
Blankenship, Landan Blankenship, Lance Roof and Levi Roof; great
grandchildren, Madilyn Dudley, Miranda Dudley and Levi Dudley; and god
grandchildren, Raegan Breta, Joshua Breta and Raella Breta.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 12 noon at
Tyree Funeral Home in Mount Hope, with Rev. Loretta Taylor officiating Burial
will be at Pax Community Cemetery, Pax with military graveside rites by Oak
Hill VFW #3110.
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+2015, Robson, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: August 14, 2015
Rev. George Donald Floyd, 89, of Robson, died on Wednesday, August
12, 2015 at Montgomery General Hospital in Montgomery,
[Fayette Co., WV]. Born June 08, 1926 at Lenore,
W.Va., he was the son of the late Henry and Carrie Sturgill Floyd.
Rev. Floyd had been a minister of the gospel since 1968 serving as
pastor at the Robson Church of Christ for 21 years. He was also a retired coal
miner and a member of the UMWA. He served in the US Army during World War II.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Rose Adkins Floyd;
daughter, Jacqueline Floyd; sisters,
Kathryn Blankenship and Dora Gibson and brothers, Rush Floyd,
Blackburn Floyd and Billy Ray McGuire.
Survivors include his wife of 16 years, Juanita Ashworth Floyd;
children, Kathryn South of Beards Fork, Donald R. Floyd and wife, Rita Sue of
Appomattox, Va., Debra Canterbury and husband, Tom of Lenore, Kari Sue Gaddy
and husband, Buddy of York, SC., Shelia Keith and husband, Tommie of Oak Hill,
Sherry Brown and husband, Rich of Kileen, Texas, Terri Floyd of Mount Hope,
Yvonne Campbell and husband, Bob of Oak Hill, William Jeffrey Floyd and wife,
Beverly of Robson, Jason Floyd and wife, Melissa of Oak Hill; brother, Theodore
Floyd of Delbarton; sisters, Flora Thompson of Ashland, Ky. and Janice
Canterbury of Wickcliffe, Ohio and Lereda McNeely of Robson; 25 grandchildren
and more than 50 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be on Sunday, August 16, 2015 at 1 p.m. at
Tyree Funeral Home in Oak Hill with Pastor Jeff Floyd and Pastor Donald Floyd
officiating. Burial will be at High Lawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill with military
graveside rites by Oak Hill VFW Post #3110. Grandsons will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Twenty Mile, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette (WV) Date: September 13, 2014
Daisy Mae (Keenan) Arthur, 77, of Twenty Mile, died Friday,
September 12, 2014, at Ansted Center in Ansted
[Fayette Co., WV]. She was born November 16, 1936, in Cannelton, W.Va., to the late
Lionel and Tressie (Holcomb) Keenan.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,
Clemmer DeWitt Arthur; daughter, Tressie Francis Arthur; grandson, Ryan Arthur;
great-grandson, baby, Ryan Arthur; two brothers and one sister. She was a
member of the Dixie First Baptist Church.
Daisy is survived by her children,
Debbie Dawson and companion, Danny Halstead of Duck, Leona Jo Hanshaw and
husband, Haymond of Lookout, Mark Arthur and wife, Becky of Alta, Randall
Arthur and wife, Terri of Twenty Mile, April Blankenship
and husband, Paul of Summersville, Golden Adkins and husband, Earl of Scarbrough,
and Spring Arthur and companion, Bruce Halstead of Boone County; three sisters;
one brother; 21 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and one
great-great-grandchild.
Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, September 15, at the
Pennington Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge with Pastor Arvin Hanshaw officiating.
Burial will follow in the Restlawn Memory Gardens, Victor.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Grant
+2015, Maysville, Grant Co., WV, Obituary
The Jackson Herald, (Ripley, WV) Date: January 13, 2015
Remonia "Babe" Berg Blizzard, age 77, of Maysville, WV passed away Sunday, January 11,
2015 at the home of her daughter, Lola and Jim Reel of Petersburg, [Grant Co., WV]. She was born November 29, 1937 in Ripley,
WV and was the daughter of the late Travis Ray Blankenship and Geneive Viola (Barnett) Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Eugene Berg in 1984 and her second husband, Robert H. Blizzard in
2012; and two grandchildren and one sister,
Dolly Mae Blankenship.
Remonia is survived by two sons, Travis (Eleanor) Berg of Scherr,
WV and Willis (Misty) Berg of Bunker Hill, WV; five daughters, Verta (Mickey)
Taylor of Maysville, WV, Veeta (Dan)Burgess of Arthur, WV, Thelma (Billy)
Rohrbaugh of Maysville, WV, Lola (Jim) Reel of Petersburg, WV and Martha
(Louis) Ashley of Maysville, WV; one step son, Ernest Eugene (Linda) Berg of
Maysville, WV; 23 Grandchildren and several great grandchildren and one
great-great granddaughter; one sister,
Mary Lou (Clayton) Roach of Jacksonville, FL.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, (January 14, 2015) at 1 p.m. at
the Cornerstone Family Fellowship Church with Rev. Stephen B. Landis
officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Greenbrier
+2015, Amwell, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 14, 2015
Cora "Maxine" Blankenship, 82, of Amwell, passed away Saturday morning, September 12,
2015, at The Brier Rehab and Nursing Center of Ronceverte, [Greenbrier, Co.,] WV, following a long illness. Born
February 25, 1933, she was the daughter of the late John and Virginia Casto
Lyons.
She loved being at home and spending time with her family. Maxine
was a homemaker, and of the Baptist Faith.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, George Willie Blankenship, a daughter, Donna Blankenship, three sisters, and five brothers.
Survivors include 2 daughters:
Diann Trout (Jerry) of Rupert, WV, and Deanna Sims of Asbury, WV; 1 son:
Dennis Blankenship (Clara)
of Rupert, WV; 5 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters: Peggy
Fisher of Rupert, WV, and Carolyn Horne of Evanston, IL.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 16, 2015, at
Wallace & Wallace Chapel in Rainelle, with Pastor Mike Simms officiating.
Burial will follow at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
George W., 86, 09Oct1921 - 11Apr2008, Rupert, Greenbrier, WV, WV-236-22-8450
Greenbrier Co., WV, Marriage: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FR2T-L5G
George Willie Blankenship, 09Oct1921 -
Cora Maxine Lyons, 23Feb1932 – 06Oct1948
S/o Geo. W. & Murley L. Blankenship –
D/o John & Virgie Lyons
2014, Crawley, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: August 28, 2014
Jonathan Nathaniel "Jon" Deitz, of Kieffer Road, was born
on January 27, 1984, and was granted his angel wings on August 24, 2014. Jon's
life seemed way too short, but those who were loved by him, understood that the
quality of his life far exceeded the quantity of time that he was with us here
on earth. He was always smiling, loved everyone, and showed us how to love to
the fullest.
Jon enjoyed many things in his short life. He loved to fish, dig in
his sand box, music, and just being outside, but most of all, he loved sitting
on his Dad's lap. Jon had a passion for tractors, trucks, trains, and any kind
of heavy equipment. He delighted in playing, laughing, and picking with his
loved ones.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph E.
and Eileen E. Deitz, his uncle Glen McClung, and a cousin Michelle Goins.
Those left to cherish his memory are: his parents, Joseph D. and
Crystal D. McClung Deitz of Kieffer; his big brother, Christopher D. Deitz and
wife Krystal, and their son Zach of Grassy Meadows, W.Va.; half-sisters, Teresa
Deitz, Renee Tasker (Matt) both of Rupert, and Lisa Bowyer (Gary) of Frankford,
W.Va.; half-brother, Joe Deitz of Chicago, Ill.; maternal grandparents: Harold "Red" McClung of Rupert and Mary "Helen" Blankenship of Crawley, and several aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, and cousins
Services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, August 30, 2014, at Beaver
Creek Baptist Church, Kieffer, with Rev. Bennie Kenney officiating. Burial will
follow at Burns Cemetery, Kieffer. Pallbearers will be Jessie Sams, Mike R.
Hunter, Ryan Whitt, Barry Legg, Gregory Vandall, and Mike Hunter.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Frankford, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
http://wvdailynews.net/obituaries/1102-regina-randow
Obituary originally published in the March 30, 2015 edition of the West
Virginia Daily News.
Regina Darlene Blankenship Randow, 51, of
Frankford, WV, died Sunday, March 1, 2015, at Greenbrier Valley Medical Center
in Fairlea, WV. Regina was born March 1, 1964, at Delta, PA, the daughter of Alston and Sallie Bare
Blankenship of Brushy Flats, near Renick, WV.
Regina was of the Baptist faith. She
worked for OLine Plastics in Maryland.
Regina was preceded in death by her sister,
Teena
Blankenship Ross in 2014.
Other than her parents, she is survived
by a daughter, Sheena White of Frankford, WV; a son, Willy Randow of Mount
Airy, PA; a brother, Garry Blankenship of Airville, PA; and grandchildren,
Slate Blankenship of Frankford and Liam and Addison Randow of Mount Airy.
Graveside services will be held at 1 PM
on Saturday, April 4, 2015, at Ellis Chapel Cemetery at Brushy Flats with Pastor
Calvin Kelly officiating. McCraw Funeral Home in Frankford is in charge of
arrangements.
+2015, Frankford, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.morganfh.net/webcast/32986
Velma Blankenship,
72, of Frankford passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at the Greenbrier
Valley Medical Center in Fairlea, [Greenbrier Co., WV]. Born November 30, 1942 at Burnwell she
was the daughter of the late Lonnie and Kathryn Wickline Tincher.
Velma retired as Restaurant Manager from ABB after more than
sixteen years of service.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
sisters, Louvine Tincher and Carol Sue Hinkle; brothers, Bobby Joe Tincher and
Ed Tincher; and a son-in-law, Lee Evans.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Walter
Blankenship; daughters, Rose Evans of Frankford and Barbara Elswick and
husband, David of Talcott; son, Timmy Blankenship and wife, Mary of Coffman Hill; two grandchildren, Ally Evans and Woodson Blankenship; brother, Richard Tincher and wife,
Bernice of Renick; sisters, Maxie Trader of Ronceverte, Libby Fuller and
husband, Richard of Clintonville, and Ellen Hambrick and husband, Roger of
Ronceverte; special son, Austin Suttle, special niece, Jo Holland-Fullen of
Maxwelton; aunt, Ruth Tirrell and husband of Inman, SC; and tons of nieces and
nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Leslie, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: December 26, 2014
Wilma Lee Osborne, 64, of Leslie, WV, passed away late Saturday
night, December 20, 2014, at Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, Ronceverte, following a long illness.
Born May 5, 1950, she was the daughter of the late William Weaver and Ida Mae Blankenship McClure.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
beloved husband, Herman Gary Osborne; a daughter, Kimberly Gay Osborne; a son,
Gary Ray Osborne; and two brothers, Sidney Joe and David McClure.
Wilma was a member of the Women of the Moose, the Rebekahs, and was
a homemaker.
Survivors include: a son, William Andrew Osborne and wife Catina of
NC; a daughter: Shawnda Gail Sloan and husband Audie of Leslie, WV; eight
grandchildren: Gary Adriane Osborne, Christopher Ryan Osborne, Alexis Renee
Sloan, Jacqueline Ferrell, Brandon Pleasant, Schyler Simmons, Shane Sloan and
A.J. Sloan; two great-grandchildren: Kimberly Osborne and Breannalyn Taylor;
daughter-in-law: April Robinson and husband Michael "Poncho"
Robinson, with four special grandkids from Kentucky. Special grandkids:
Brittany Persinger and Courtney Frame. Several nieces and
nephews.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 27, 2014, at Wallace
& Wallace Chapel in Rainelle, with Pastor John Groves officiating. Burial
will follow at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014,
Renick, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
http://wvdailynews.net/780-drucilla-louise-blankenship
Drucilla Louise Blankenship, 57, of Renick,
WV, went to heaven shouting on Thursday, December 11, 2014.
She was proceeded
in death by her mother, Zelda Fulton, grandparents Dan and Elizabeth Smith, and
brothers, Danny, Joey and Kenny Fulton.
Drucilla is survived by her husband,
Charles
Blankenship; four children, Elizabeth Justice and husband, Jeffrey, Chico
Georgopoulos and wife, Layla, Amanda Miller, and C. J. Blankenship and wife,
Jessica; grandchildren, Shane Justice, Harley Blankenship, Austin Justice,
Trey Miller, Nevaeh Blankenship and Courtney Georgopoulos; and three
great-grandchildren; brothers, Darell and Robert Fulton and sister, Libby
Fulton.
Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Saturday,
December 13, at Morgan Funeral Home in Lewisburg, WV, after which Drucilla will
be cremated according to her wishes.
+2015, Rupert, Greenbrier
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: January 12, 2015
John M. (Tim) Knapp, 70, of Rupert, passed away Friday, January 9,
2015. Born April 18, 1944, at Dawson, he was the son of the late Bill and Lois Blankenship Knapp.
Tim was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He
proudly served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the UMWA. He worked as a
welder, a miner operating heavy machinery and loved working his farm. He was a
friend to many.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister,
Nellie Donahoe, and a brother-in-law, Pete Holland.
Survivors left to cherish his memory include his loving wife,
Galena Hunter Knapp; his son Kevin Knapp and wife Windy of Dawson; his daughter
Kathy Bennett and husband Jon of Dunn, North Carolina; three grandsons, the joy
of his life, Kegan Knapp of Meadow Bridge, Levi and Isaac Bennett, both of
Dunn, NC; two brothers Bill Knapp and Merlin Knapp and wife Nancy, all of
Cleveland, Ohio; three sisters Alice Holland of Clintonville, Mary Bryant and
husband Homer of Smoot and Brenda Campbell and husband Gene of Clintonville; a
host of nieces and nephews and many friends.
Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 13, at Smathers Funeral
Chapel, Inc., with Pastor Kermit Hunter officiating. Burial will follow in the
Wallace Memorial Cemetery at Clintonville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, White Sulphur Springs, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
Cecil Whig (Elkton, MD) Date: October 14, 2014
Jacob Clay Miller, 88 of White Sulphur Springs, WV passed away
October 13, 2014 at the West Virginia Veterans Nursing Facility in Clarksburg.
Born in Looneyville, WV on January 29, 1926 he was the youngest son of Jesse
and Minnie Miller.
Jake graduated from Spencer High School in West Virginia, enlisted
in the US Navy, and became a three-war veteran. He served in the South Pacific
during WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He served at many duty stations around the
world before retiring from Bainbridge Naval Training Center with 22 years of
distinguished service to our country. Jake was a little league coach and 4-H
leader while his children were growing up. He spent many early hours driving
children to horse shows as well as picking kids up from the ground, dusting
them off and pushing them to try again. He coached basketball for several years
at West Nottingham Academy. While working and raising a family, Jake completed
college with a Master's degree from Marshall University. His talents brought
him successfully through several jobs. He was an educator, salesman, carpenter,
counselor, manager and an author. He coordinated the WWII ships reunion of the
Fighting Foxes, sharing the history and comradery of those men with three
generations. Jake was an avid gardener known to many for his green thumb. There
are plants in gardens all over West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia that came
from Jake's garden. He loved to work with wood as well and his children
benefited from his talents with beautiful pieces of furniture. A published
author, who was selfless in this endeavor, he had all proceeds from his books
donated to scholarships for descendants of the Fighting Foxes. Much of his work
was centered on WWII but he also wrote about West Virginia lore and family
lineage as well.
Jake was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Daphne Cowell Miller;
daughter, Teresa Waid; and son, John Miller.
He is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Tim
Blakeley, Jose and Dan Delp, and Jean Miller and Mike Fisher; six grandchildren, John Blakeley, Caitlin Blankenship and her husband, James, Julia Delp, Jessica Tillett and her
husband, Kris, Seneca Fisher, and Alden Fisher; and five great grandchildren,
Amelia, James, Lucas, Isaac and Miles.
A memorial service will be held at R.T. Foard Funeral Home P. A.,
111 S. Queen St., Rising Sun, MD 21911, on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 11am .
Burial will follow at Brookview Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, White Sulphur Springs, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: February 12, 2015
Verna Mae Keeney, 94, of White Sulphur Springs, formerly of
Cyclone, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at Mountain Regional Hospice,
located in Lewis Gale Hospital, Low Moor, [Alleghany Co.,] Va. She was born
on August 17, 1920 in Ceredo, W.Va., a daughter of the late Walter Stevens and
the Sadie Wooten Stevens Ringer.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband
Bill Keeney Sr.; a son Bill Keeney Jr.; a daughter Betty Keeney Toler; two
grandsons Michael Wells whom she raised and Kim Wells; two great grandsons Kelly Wells and Austin Blankenship;
and a sister Louise Harvey.
Those left to cherish her sweet memory are her daughters Norma Jean
Wells of Clear Fork, Eva Bailey and husband Will of Davin, Rita Harvey and
husband Gene of White Sulphur Springs, Judy St. Clair and husband Terry of
Lynco; a son-in-law Jim Toler of Clear Fork; a brother Arthur Stevens; many
half brothers and sisters; 21 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; 14 great great
grandchildren; a special nephew whom she raised Edgar Brumfield Keeney; many
nieces and nephews; special friends whom she loved as family Jim and Phyllis
Harvey, Rhonda Centracchio of Lewisburg, Betty Cook, Bob and Garnet Hayes of
White Sulphur Springs, Dallas and Pat Henderson of Whitesville, and Geneva,
Tammy and Ashley Ellison of Collinsville, Va.; and a host of other loving
family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, February 13, 2015
in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, with Bishop Jamie Estep
and Bishop Randy Bowles officiating. She will be laid to rest in Highland
Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Logan.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, White Sulphur Springs, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - September 29, 2015
Larry Keith Glover, 59, of White Sulphur Springs, passed away
Monday, Sept. 28, 2015, at home. Larry was born Oct. 8, 1955, at Ronceverte, he was the son of the late Everette Lee and Mary
Ellen Cox Glover.
He was a member of the White Sulphur Springs Baptist Church and was
a former mechanic with UPS.
Besides his parents, Larry was preceded in death by a brother,
James Glover.
Survivors include his wife, Kathy L. Glover; daughters, Katherine G. Shelton (Benjamin), Nina G. Blankenship (Joshua) and Rebecca
L. Allen, all of White Sulphur Springs; grandchildren, Brittany L. Glover,
Laurel E. Blankenship , Haven M. Allen and Rhylynn P. Guills; sisters, Rose
Marie Flack and Debbie Rutherford (Geoffery), both of Lewisburg; brother,
Johnny L. Glover (Shirley) of Ronceverte.
Service will be 3 p.m.. Thursday,
Oct. 1, 2015, at the White Sulphur Springs Baptist Church, with Pastor Randy
Gilliam officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenbrier Memorial
Gardens Cemetery in Lewisburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Hancock
+2015, Weirton, Hancock Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/147912594/leona-maxine-gryskevich
Leona Maxine "Tee" Gryskevich, 86, of Weirton, passed away Monday, June 15,
2015 in the Valley Hospice Care Center North, Steubenville, [Jefferson Co.,] OH. She was born on January 6, 1929, in New Cumberland, WV, a daughter
of the late Harold and Anna Jordan Blankenship.
For 24 years,
Leona worked as bookkeeper for the former Citizens Bank / Wheeling National
Bank (now WesBanco). Tee was a very active member of the Cove Presbyterian
Church, where she served as secretary of the Myrtle McHendry Class, Church
Elder, served on Session, and was a member of the church choir. In recent years
she was a member of the Oakland Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the
church choir. Tee was also a member of the Oakland Fire Department Auxiliary.
She will always be remembered for her passion for cross stitching. Her family
and friends will always cherish her special angel patterns, for years to come.
She was also
preceded in death by her husband Alex Gryskevich whom she married during the
snowstorm of 1950, brothers Thomas, Robert and Roy Blankenship; sisters, Hazel Manypenny and Helen Gibbs-Detrick.
Surviving are
her two sons Alex (Deborah) Gryskevich III of Weirton and Roy (Jeanette)
Gryskevich of New Cumberland; brother James
Blankenship of Roxboro, NC; sister Jeanette "Nettie" Lohr of Newell, WV;
two grandchildren Alex Gryskevich and Tricia Wright; great-grandchildren, Ian
Douglas Wright, Alex J. Smith, Ashley N. Webb, Nicolai A and Kadin J.
Gryskevich; and her special companion friend, Pat Kessel.
Funeral services at 11 am, at the Cove Presbyterian Church 3404 Main
Street Weirton, WV. Reverend Dr. Ed Rudiger will
officiate. Interment will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Weirton. Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
+2015, Weirton, Hancock Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Norell-Blankenship-102900656
Norell Blankenship
was born on October 12, 1922 and passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2015.
Norell was a resident of Weirton, West Virginia at the time of his passing.
Norell was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served
during World War II.
He is survived by his wife Maxine.
Funeral will be at the Steel Wolfe Funeral Home Cremation Services
Inc. 380 Penco Road Weirton WV on Saturday October 3 at 11:00 a.m. Evangelist
Steve Smithbauer will officiate and burial with military honors will follow at
Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Weirton WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jackson
2015, Evans, Jackson Co., WV, Obituary
The Jackson Herald, (Ripley, WV) Date: May 5, 2015
Clarence E. "Gabby" Lieving, 72, of Evans, WV, passed
away May 4, 2015, at his home following an extended illness. He was born
January 16, 1943, in Angerona, WV, a son of the late George and Pearl Juanita
Faye (Prochnow) Lieving.
His sister, Leta Bower and a special brother-in-law, Dale Miller
also preceded him in death.
He was a Vietnam War era United States Marine Corps veteran. He was
a master electrician in the coalmines, a member of the United Mine Workers
Union and was retired from the West Virginia Department of Highways. Gabby
enjoyed hunting, fishing and was always willing to help his neighbors in times
of need.
Survivors include his daughters, Eugenia McCoy (Todd) of
Ravenswood, Juanita Couin (Marc) of Forest, VA, and Crandale Redman of
Cottageville; sisters, Mary Myers
(Jack) of Evans, and Dorothy
Blankenship of Millwood;
brother, Allen Lieving (Shirley) of Akron, OH, 11 grandchildren, and three
great grandchildren.
Service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, May 7, 2015, at Casto Funeral
Home, Evans, WV. Burial will follow in Otterbein Cemetery, Evans, with military
honors by American Legion Post #107, Ripley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Dorothy May Blankenship – b.21Jun1946 -
Evans, WV: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYH6-Q3F
Relatives: Arnold J. Blankenship.
SSDI: Blankenship,
Arnold J., 71, 22Aug1932 - 07Sep2003, Millwood, Jackson, WV, WV-234-44-1288
Kanawha
2014, Alum Creek, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
http://curryfuneralhome.org/?p=3871
Shelbie Jean Blankenship, 74, of Alum Creek, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, March
7, 2014 after a brief stay at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, Goldsboro, [Wayne
Co.,] NC.
She worked most of her life as a caregiver; and for the past four
years had made her home and been taken care of by her son and daughter-in-law, T. J. and Teresa Blankenship of Mount Olive, NC.
She is also survived by her granddaughter, Stephanie and Jonathan
Moody; sister, Betty McCallister; and Philip and Linda Meikle, who was like a
second son. A heartfelt thanks goes to James and
Frances Millard for their loving support.
Funeral service will be 1:00 pm Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at Curry
Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek, WV with Pastor Tony Ward
officiating. Burial will follow at Forks of Coal Memorial Park, Alum Creek.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Alum Creek, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Delmar-Ray-Blankenship-103132789
Delmar Ray Blankenship was born on August 5, 1927 and passed away
on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. Delmar was a resident of Alum Creek, West
Virginia at the time of his passing.
He was married to Sarah.
Services will be held 12:00 noon Tuesday December 29 2015 at Curry
Funeral Home Chapel 2097 Childress Road Alum Creek. Burial will follow at
Forrest Memorial Park Cemetery Ona WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Alum Creek, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
http://curryfuneralhome.org/?p=4987
Delmar Ray Blankenship, 88, of Alum
Creek, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, after a long illness.
Delmar was born August 5, 1927, to the late Wilburn and Mabel Blankenship. He was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church in
Alum Creek, a member of Ironworkers Local #301 of Charleston, Odd Fellows 32nd
Degree Master Mason, a member of Beni Kedem Shriners, a Beni Kedem Motorcore, a
member of Griffithsville #71 Mason Lodge and a member of Charleston Valley
Scottish Rites.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by his brothers, Montegue “Bunk” Blankenship, James Blankenship, and Ralph Blankenship; sisters, Audrey Robinson and Guynith McClure.
He is survived by his wife of 66
years, Sarah Jane Blankenship; sons, Melvin (Monica) Blankenship of Sod, Frederick “Kip” (Tammy) Blankenship of Alum Creek
and Gregory
Blankenship of Fuquay, NC; daughters, Rita (Jackie) Hughes of Alum Creek and Tammy (Bud) McClaskey
of Buffalo; brother, Tommy Blankenship, Breingville, PA; sister,
Geraldine Wade, Hurricane;
10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Services will be held 12:00 noon,
Tuesday, December 29, 2015, with Pastors Dwight McClure and Frank Chapman
officiating at Curry Funeral Home Chapel, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek. Burial will follow at Forrest Memorial Park
Cemetery, Ona, WV.
+2014, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - January 29, 2014
Golden H. Slater, 85, of Kelley's Creek, Charleston, passed away
Monday, Jan. 27, 2014, at the home of his son, Curtis Hanshaw. Golden was a
former employee for Kanawha County Schools.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Pearl
Blankenship Slater, and
sisters, Easter Casto, Esta Slater, Cleasie Wright, Mary Kelly and Goldie May
Slater.
Surviving are his sons, Virgil Slater, Rondy Slater, Howard Slater,
Howard Hanshaw, Roger Hanshaw and Jeff Hanshaw; daughters, Reba Nichols, Goldie
Lovejoy, Ruth Slater, Patty Thornton, Carol Slater and Joyce Bailey; sister,
Judy Prather; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and
great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other family members and friends.
Service will be Friday, Jan. 31, at noon at Cooke Funeral Home
Chapel, 2002 20th St., Nitro, with Pastor Alvie Witt officiating. Burial will
follow the service in Clark Family Cemetery, Kelley's Creek, Charleston.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
http://hosting-19171.tributes.com/obituary/show/Naomi-Ann-Freshour-Blankenship-99855167
Naomi Ann Freshour-Blankenship, 88, life-long resident of Kanawha County, passed away on February
14, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dalford
Blankenship; parents, John and
Ida Slater Hammons; daughter, Connie Dunlap; and brother, Lewis Hammons.
Survivors include her loving daughters, Marcia Freshour and Della
Freshour; sons, Danny Ray Freshour, David Freshour and Roger Freshour; sisters,
Goldie Reed and Opal Slater; and brother, Mansford Hammons.
A memorial gathering with the family will be held Friday, February
21, 2014 from 5 – 7 PM at Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home, Charleston.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Dalford L., 73,
20Jun1920 - 09Nov1993, Charleston, Kanawha, WV, WV-234-20-2892
2014, Charleston, Kanawha
Co., WV, Funeral
Charleston Gazette (WV) - April 30, 2014
Blankenship, Willard
2 p.m., James Funeral Home Chapel, Logan.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Charleston, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Linda Faye Halstead,
72, of Charleston, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2015, at CAMC Memorial
Hospital. She was born in Charleston on September 2, 1942, to the late James Clayton Blankenship and Gladys Agatha Criner Blankenship Carr.
Linda was also preceded in death by her son, Brad Kelly;
stepfather, George Carr; brother, Clayton “Wally”
Blankenship; and sisters, Drema Davis,
Janice Campbell and Lana Cambell.
Linda was a former unit clerk at CAMC Memorial Hospital and was a
member of Spring Fork Missionary Baptist Church.
She is survived by her husband, Neal Halstead; children, Matt
(Connie) Halstead, Jeff (Marsha) Halstead, Paul Kelly and Lori (Tim) Brown; brothers, Jimmy (Ginger) Blankenship and Michael (Belle) Blankenship; sister, Brenda (David) Crowder; 8 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 5,
2015, at Spring Fork Missionary Baptist Church, Campbells Creek, with Rev. Mike
Long officiating. The burial will follow the service in Kanawha Valley Memorial
Gardens, Glasgow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) Date: February 19, 2015
Sarah Frances Christenson, 81, of Charleston, returned to God's
loving arms on Monday Feb. 16, 2015 at CAMC Memorial Hospital after a
courageous 24-year battle with breast cancer.
Sarah attended St. Paul United Methodist Church, South Charleston.
She was a 50-year member and past Worthy Matron of Salina Chapter No. 81 Order
of the Eastern Star and a member of Beni Kedem Shrine Widows Club. She loved
her flower gardens, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James Owen Young and
Freda Beatrice Dupler Young; husband of 57 years, John Calvin Christenson; and
daughter-in-law, Nancy Rae Spradling Christenson.
Sarah is survived by her daughter, Karen Christenson Moore (Bob) of
Raleigh, NC.; sons, George Owen Christenson of Aiken, SC., and John Michael
(Mike) Christenson (Carol) of Charleston; grandchildren, Meredith Blair Moore,
R. Zachary Moore (Emma), Lee Michael Christenson, Kara Elizabeth Griffin
(Travis), John Michael Christenson II, Hunter Lee Christenson and Carley Renee
Christenson; great-grandson, Owen Michael Griffin; brother, James Owen Young
(Ellen) of Charleston; and sister, Margaret Ann Blankenship of Orlando, Fla. Sarah is also survived by
many nieces, nephews and extended family that loved her deeply.
Sarah touched the lives of many through her hospitality and
generosity. Her home was always open to everyone. Anyone who ever met her loved
her.
A service to honor the life of Sarah Frances Christenson will be
held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston,
with the Rev. Bernard Toppings officiating. Entombment will be in Cunningham
Memorial Park, St. Albans.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Death
Charleston Gazette (WV) Date: March 12, 2015
Barbara Elizabeth Brison Blankenship, 91, of Charleston, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at
CAMC General Hospital.
Arrangements are forthcoming. Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home,
Charleston, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.wvgazette.com/article/20150313/OBIT/303139989/1120
Barbara Elizabeth Brison Blankenship, 91, of
Charleston, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at CAMC General Hospital.
Barbara was born in Indiana on Oct. 9, 1923 to the late Margaret and Bryan
Brison.
She was retired from C&P Telephone of
West Virginia. She came to Charleston with her parents when she was young, and
graduated from Charleston High School in 1941. Barbara was a member of First
Presbyterian Church, Charleston, the South Hills Garden Club and the South
Hills Mother Club. She was a loving mother and hardworking homemaker for her
family.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Paul Blankenship Sr.; son, Thomas Paul
Blankenship Jr.; sister, Phyllis Brison; and brothers, Richard and Bill Brison.
She is survived by her son, Stephen L.
Blankenship of Charleston; daughter, Kim (Tom) Givens of Charleston; sisters,
Jane Plott of Ripley, Martha Somerville of Houston, Texas, and Janet Connell of
Columbus, Ohio; brothers, David Brison of Florida and Thomas Brison of
Virginia; grandchildren, Krista Comer, Kelsey Comer, Kristy Lostroot and Tracy
Koffman.
Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday,
March 14, at Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston, with the Rev. Dr. William
G. McCoy officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park, South
Charleston.
Thomas P.
Blankenship – b.23Jul1922 - Charleston, WV; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYHP-2Y2
Relatives:
Barbara E. Blankenship.
+2015, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) Date: August 20, 2015
Sharon S. Wilson, of Charleston, passed away suddenly at her
residence on Monday, Aug. 17, 2015. She was born in Logan and worked over 35
years as the administrative officer for the United States Attorney Office. She
was a graduate of Logan High School and attended WVU.
Sharon was a devoted mother and grandmother. She loved her family
and enjoyed cooking for them. She was an avid reader and gardener. Sharon was a
very organized person and was well-respected in her professional field as well
as her home life. "She was a steel magnolia with a heart soft as a marshmallow."
She was preceded in death by her father, William C.
"Bill" Stollings, and grandparents, Mildred and R J Blankenship.
She is survived by her children, Amy Lynn Wilson and Mark (Krystal)
Wilson; mother, Irene Stollings of Logan; grandchildren, Emma Raines Wilson, Chase
Michael Wilson and Corbin Samuel Wilson, and step grandson, Elijah Joel Wilson;
sister, Sally (Randy) Humphrey of Cross Lanes; nieces, Julia Elizabeth Pierce
and Lynn Sharon Shumate; and special friends, Lee Lopez, Marianne Kapinos and Karen
Potesta.
Celebration of the life of Sharon will be held at 11 a.m. Friday,
Aug. 21, on the 5th Floor of the Robert C. Byrd Federal Building, Charleston.
For those attending the service, please arrive early. You will need to bring a
photo ID and will have to go through a security check to be able to attend the
service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Nov.
3 to Nov. 4, 2015
Gene Hackworth, age 79, of Charleston, passed away Sunday November
1, 2015, at CAMC Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born May
13, 1936, in Williamson, W.Va., he was a son of the late James and Sylvia Clay
Hackworth.
He was also preceded in death by sisters, Delores
Blankenship and Bonnie King,
and brother, Richard "Dickie".
Gene was a 1954 graduate of Williamson high School and never missed
an opportunity to go to any class reunion. He worked as an insurance agent with
Mutual of Omaha and National Life and then retired from the WV State Insurance
Commissioner's Office. He was a member of Rock Lake Presbyterian Church. Gene
was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an
avid sports fan, especially when family was involved.
Gene is survived by his loving wife, and high school sweetheart, of
58 years, Patsy Varney Hackworth; his children, Rocky and his wife Janie, Stephanie
Bays and husband Pat, and Sandi Ray and husband Jeff , all of Charleston;
sister Clara Henderlight of North Carolina; brothers, Darrell Hackworth and
wife Barbara of North Carolina, and Carl Hackworth and wife Nina of Georgia;
grandchildren, Jon Hackworth and wife Lauren, Alyssa Irvin and husband Bruce,
Amber Hudson and husband Rodney, and Morgan Ray, and great-grandchildren,
Brayden Irvin and Mark Stephen Hackworth.
A celebration of Gene's life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday,
November 5, at Rock Lake Presbyterian Church with Rev. Richard McGuire
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Dunbar, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette (WV) Date: March 22, 2015
Eulah Peggy Pridemore, 87, went home to be with the Lord on March
20, 2015. She was born June 26, 1927, in Charleston. She was the daughter of
the late Herman Miller and Martha King.
In addition to her parents, Eulah was also preceded in death by her
husband, Alva Pridemore; her daughter, Sharon Y. Swim; her son, Paul E.
Pridemore; her sister, Leatha Blankenship, and two grandsons.
Eulah is survived by her sister, Lucy Stewart of South Charleston;
her son, William H. Pridemore; her daughter, Rebecca Whittaker, both of
Charleston; seven grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
Service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 23, at Keller Funeral
Home, Dunbar with the Rev. Charles Shelton officiating. Burial will follow in
Mt. Alpha Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Dunbar, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) Date: August 25, 2015
Jack R. Sergent, 83, of Dunbar, passed away Aug. 22, 2015 in Charleston, [Kanawha
Co., WV]. He was born Oct. 11, 1931 to the late Jessie James and Thelma
(Barnett) Sergent.
Jack served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War.
He is survived by a son, Wayne Sergent of Florida, and a daughter,
Jacqueline Sergent of Pennsylvania, and sisters,
Joan Meadows and Jessie
Blankenship of Louisiana. He
had a large extended family, including three grandchildren, five
great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and brothers- and sisters-in-law.
Service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Pennington
Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge. Burial will follow in Huse Memorial Park,
Fayetteville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Dunbar, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Kristi-Elizabeth-Jones-102877535
Kristi Elizabeth Jones, 42 [1973], of Dunbar, passed away on Thursday,
September 24, 2015, at Hubbard Hospice House – West, [South
Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV].
She was a 1991 graduate of Capital High School and attended WV
State College. She was a former employee of Verizon and librarian at the WV
Supreme Court. She also worked at the State Public Defenders Services and was
currently employed by South Central Regional Jail.
She was preceded in death by her father, Alva Jones, Jr.; grandparents, Cliff and Jane Blankenship and Alva and Carrie Jones.
Kristi is survived by her mother,
Karen Beth Blankenship Jones of Charleston; brother, Charles Alva
(Jennifer K.) Jones, III of Honolulu, HI; companion, Michael
Brown; children, Nicholas Jacob Brown and Layton Michelle Brown of Dunbar.
A Service to Honor the Life of Kristi Jones will be held at 1:00
PM, Monday, September 28, 2015, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston
with Dr. Okey Harless officiating. Entombment will be in Sunset Memorial Park,
South Charleston.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Karen Beth Jones – b.19Dec1941 -
Charleston, WV: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYHV-JKK
Relatives - Alva Jr. Jones, Charles A.
Jones Iii, Kristi Elizabeth Jones.
SSDI:
Blankenship, Clifton, 75, 19Apr1912 - 09Jan1988,
Gassaway, Braxton, WV, WV-236-01-1947
SSDI:
Blankenship, Jane, 82, 10Oct1913 - ??Apr1996, Charleston, Kanawha, WV,
OH-293-20-9822
Swandale, Clay
Co., WV, Marriage: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FB7G-QMY
Clifton
Blankenship, 21 - Jane Mclaughlin, 21 – 01Apr1933
2015, Dunbar, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - November 12, 2015
Janet Bea Jones, 81, of Dunbar, went to be with the Lord and her
loving husband, Ike, and daughter, Becky, on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015.
She was a longtime member of Roxalana Gospel Tabernacle and worked
for Dr. Robert Gibson in South Charleston. Janet was a very devoted wife,
mother and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ike Jones; daughter,
Becky Mulreaney; parents, Henry and Alice Arnold; brothers, Alvie Arnold and
Armstead Arnold; and sisters, Elizabeth Ward, Luise Dingess and Susie Rouse.
Janet is survived by her children, Debby McGrady of Chapel Hill,
NC, Al Jones and his wife, Jenny, of Scott Depot and Brenda Thomas of Dunbar; grandchildren, Michelle Herrmann and
her husband, Tommy, Jessica Miller and her husband, Ricky, Bobby Mulreaney,
Kyle McGrady, Kelcie
Blankenship and her husband, Robbie, Ali
Jones, Josh Thomas and his wife, Tosha, and Jeremy Thomas; niece, Judy Roberts
and her husband, Chipper; and lifelong friends, Jim and Jean Moles.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at
Roxalana Gospel Tabernacle, Dunbar, with Pastor Tom Price officiating. Burial
will follow in Grandview Memorial Park, Dunbar.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hugheston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.cookefuneralhome.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1658139
In loving memory of Linda L. Hamrick, 74 [1941], of Hugheston, passed away Fri.
Sept. 18, 2015, at Hubbard Hospice Charleston, after long illness. She was a member of the Hughes Creek
Community Church at Hugheston, W.Va.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Edna
Burton; and sisters, June Crist and Sue Caldwell.
Surviving are her husband of 51 years, Otis Hamrick at home;
children, William Hamrick, Jeffrey Hamrick, Tracy Hill, John Hamrick, Stephanie
Tucker; grandchildren, Scottie Hamrick, Mary Salisbury, Crystail Hill, Storm
Hamrick, Brooke, Anthony and Madison, Johnnia Fink, Natalie Tucker;
five-great-grandchildren; sisters,
Shirley Ramey, Venonia
"Nonie" Blankenship.
Service will be 1 p.m. Tues. Sept. 22, at the Hughes Creek
Community Church, Hugheston, WV with Pastor Gary Tucker officiating; Burial
will follow the service in Montgomery Memorial London, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Nitro, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - March 12, 2014
George H. Beckwith Sr. of Nitro passed away peacefully on Saturday,
March 8, 2014. He was born in Charleston, W.Va., on Dec. 24, 1928.
In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by
his wife, Lena Parsons Beckwith; sons, George H. Beckwith Jr. and David
Beckwith; and daughters, Delores Capehart and Beth McDonald.
He is survived by his daughter,
Cathy Beckwith Blankenship (Larry) of Mathews,
N.C.; grandchildren, Michelle Blankenship , Bart Blankenship ,
Brittney Beckwith, Brooke Beckwith, Kandace McDonald, Noah McDonald, Lisa Smith
and Anthony Smith; as well as five great-grandchildren, Mason, Makayla, Jaxon,
Michael and Brody.
He was a longtime resident of St. Albans, having moved to Nitro in
2000. He was an active member of the Nitro Senior Center, where he enjoyed
working puzzles with his many friends. He attended Teays Valley Church of God
and was a 39-year employee of FMC. During his illness he was cared for by his
daughter, Cathy; daughter-in-law, Linda Beckwith; and Dr. Steve Zekan and his
staff.
A funeral service will be held Friday, March 14, at noon at the
Cooke Funeral Home, 2002 20th St., Nitro with Melissa Pratt of Teays Valley
Church of God officiating. Immediately after the funeral, George will be laid
to rest beside his wife in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, St. Albans, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette (WV) - May 25, 2014
Deceased Name:
Isabelle Vickers
Isabelle Gregory Vickers, 96, of Evansville, Wis., passed away on Friday, May 16, 2014, at
Evansville Manor. She was born Isabelle Palmer Clemmer on May 14, 1918, raised
in Lexington, Va., and attended Mary Washington College.
In 1949, she moved to St. Albans, and resided there until February
2011. She retired from Citizens National Bank (Chase Bank) in 1986, after
working there for 12 years. She became a member of the First Presbyterian
Church of St. Albans in 1949 and served as their first woman elder. She was
also recognized as Elder Emeritus and served as the church's Chairman of the
Memorial Gifts Committee for 37 years.
Isabelle was preceded in death by her husband, Paul W. Gregory; and
her husband, Arthur A. Vickers; one brother, and three sisters.
She is survived by her son, Robert W. Gregory and wife, Patricia,
Middleton, Wis.; and a sister, Dorothy Blankenship , Bent Mountain, Va.; grandson, Robert W.
Gregory, Jr. and wife, Elizabeth; and great-grandson, Chase S. Gregory,
Lansdale, Pa.; granddaughter, Dana G. Vike and husband, Luke; great-grandson,
Luke Vike, Jr. Evansville, Wis.; stepson, George L. Vickers, Louisville, Ky.;
stepdaughters, Alice V. Stanley and husband, Darwin, Scott Depot; Susan L.
Shaffer and husband Ron, Nitro; and step-grandchildren, Annie Cunningham,
Winfield, and Melody Reed, Junction City, Kan. Isabelle loved her family,
church, home and living in St. Albans. She will be missed by her many friends
and acquaintances.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 18, 2014 at
the Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, WV with Rev. Paul Romine
officiating. Entombment will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Lexington, Lexington
District, Rockbridge Co., VA,
Clemmer, Philip R. 48, M, VA, Head,
Clemmer, Nicer M. 49, F, VA, Wife,
Clemmer, Isabelle E. 21, F, VA, Dau,
Clemmer, Dorothy 17, F, VA, Dau,
Clemmer, Gene H. 13, F, VA, Dau,
Murry, Harvy J. 55, M, IN, Lodger,
Murry, Ruth O. 52, F, IN, Wife,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VR13-DSB
2014, St. Albans, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Aug. 25,
2014
Mabel Ann Cooper, 90, of St. Albans, W.Va., passed away Friday, August
22, 2014, at Teays Valley Center, Hurricane, [Putnam Co., WV].
She was born May 9, 1924, in St. Albans, W.Va., to the late Ludwell and Mabel
Smithson Bibb.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Alton B. Cooper; and 10 siblings. She was a member of First Church of
God-Highlawn, St. Albans, W.Va.
She is survived by four children,
Carolyn (Jack) Blankenship, Alton (Wanda) Cooper, Joseph (Roberta) Cooper and Donald
(Winifred) Cooper; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and
step-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be conducted noon Tuesday, August 26, 2014, at
Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio. Burial will follow in
Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Ohio.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Saint Albans, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) Date: July 7, 2015
Harley "Harvey" Arnold Blankenship, 83, of
St. Albans, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2015.
Harvey worked most of his life in the construction field.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis
Sargent Blankenship; parents, Leonard and Elsie Blankenship; brother,
Leslie Blankenship; and sisters,
Necile Stutler and Minnie
Mynes.
Harvey is survived by his sons,
Harley Edward Blankenship and wife, Vickie, and Randal David Blankenship, both of St. Albans; daughters, Lucy Throckmorton and husband, Robert, of
Woodbridge, Va., Jeanie Jordan, Bonnie Sue
Means and husband, Bobby, and Ilene
Blankenship, all of St.
Albans; brothers, Ronald Blankenship and wife, Loretta, of Ohio and Gary Blankenship of St. Albans; sister, Christine Edwards of St. Albans; 11 grandchildren;
and eight great-grandchildren.
There will be a private family service. Burial will be in
Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, South Charleston,
Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - March 7, 2014
Mrs. Donna Jean (Swartz) Boardwine, 81, of South Charleston, completed
her journey with us and took her first breath in Heaven on March 5, 2014, at
Hubbard Hospice House. Donna's struggle was long and demanding, but has
resulted in an eternity filled with the Presence of the Lord. Born Dec. 15,
1932, in Mohawk to the late Hannibal and Zella Blankenship
of Clear Fork,
Donna was also preceded in death by her first husband, James
"Buggy" Swartz, and husband, Thomas Boardwine. Though her early years
were spent in the Clear Fork area of Wyoming County, Donna spent most of her
life in Gary, McDowell County, where she raised her two children. Even after
years of living in Princeton and the Charleston area, she continued to consider
Gary her home, where many friends and memories were made.
Donna attended Southeast Church of the Nazarene the past several
years and continued her membership at Welch Baptist Church. She was a very
loving, giving and hard-working wife, mother and grandmother. Nothing was more
important to her than family and their well-being.
Donna is survived by her daughter, Denise Parsons and Ollie of
Charleston; son, Timothy Swartz and Denise of Princeton; grandchildren, Jeremy
Parsons and Tara, Cristen Brown and Luke, Joshua Swartz and Bradley Swartz; and
one great-granddaughter, Aven Olivia Parsons. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Geraldine Powers, Maxine Gregory, Larry Blankenship, AB Blankenship, LE Blankenship, Hannibal Blankenship Jr. and Glenda
Smith, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and friends. She was also known as
"Mamaw Donna" to many.
A tribute to the life of Mrs. Donna Jean Boardwine will be 11 a.m.
Saturday, March 8, at Southeast Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Ollie
Parsons officiating. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at
Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, South Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette (WV) Date: June 12, 2014
Richard Clyde Blankenship, 81, of South Charleston, died June 11, 2014, at CAMC Memorial
Hospital. Arrangements will be forthcoming. Good Shepherd Mortuary, South
Charleston, is in charge of arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Tornado, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - February 7, 2014
Larry F. Kent, 64, of Falls Creek Road, Tornado, passed away
Monday, Feb. 3, 2014, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston, after a long illness. He had been retired since
1994.
He is survived by his mother, Iva Kent of Tornado; wife, Faye Kent
of St. Albans; son, Bobby Kent and his wife, Heather, and granddaughter,
Samantha, all of Tornado; brothers, James Kent of St. Albans and Dwight Kent of
Tornado; uncle, John Bays of Lockport, Ill.; aunt, Wanda
Blankenship of Tornado; and
also many nieces and nephews and many friends. We all will miss him greatly.
At Larry's request, there will be no services.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lincoln
2014, Hamlin, Lincoln Co.,
WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from May 21 to May
22, 2014
Barbara "Polly" Hager departed this life Tues., May 20,
2014, at Emogene Dolin Hospice House of Huntington.
Born October 1, 1955, at home delivered by midwife Chloe Williamson, she was
the sixth child born to Robert and Erma Hicks Hager.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Nettie Jewel
Newsome.
Polly, as she was affectionately calle, lived in Hamlin and was
originally from Dingess. She was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer a few short
months ago while still living with her daughter in Indiana. She ran away to be
back in her beloved West Virginia, to be with her brothers and sisters, and to
be laid to rest beside her mother who passed in 1969. She crossed the West
Virginia state line May 6, 2014. A peace washed over her when she saw the Welcome
to Wild Wonderful West Virginia sign. Fourteen days later she fought her last
battle. There would be no more running, she is finally home.
Survivors include three daughters, Angella Danielle (Christopher)
Ward of Monticello, Ind., and Amy (Tony) Stevens and Desirae Cox, both of Cedar
Lakes, Ind.; brothers and sisters,
George Hager, Robert "Bo" Hager and Riley "Hack" Hager, all
of Dingess, Charlie Hager of North Carolina, Lucille Avis of Hamlin, Della
(Drew) Ruggles and Christine Hager, both of Chapmanville, Rebecca Blankenship of Verdunville, and Mary (Dennis) Caldwell
of Huntington; eight grandchildren, Christopher Ward Jr. of Chapmanville, and
Daniel, Kassandra, Brandon, Brad, Blake, Cody and Collin, all of Indiana, and
two great-grandchildren, Selena Ward of Chapmanville and Daniel Ward Jr., of
Indiana. She had numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; a dog named Payton, and
cats, Skar and Hissy Princess.
Services will be conducted at noon Thurs., May 22, at Honaker
Funeral Home with Denny Toler officiating. Burial will follow at Gideon (Dee)
Marcum Cemetery at Breeden. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Harts,
Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 21 to
Oct. 22, 2014
Tammy Browning, 53, of Harts, departed this life Mon., Oct. 20,
2014, at her residence. Born July 14, 1961, in Newport News, Va., she was a
daughter of Rosco Kirk and the late Emma Jean Kirk.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her paternal
grandparents, Melvin and Dortha Kirk, and her paternal grandparents, Jake and
Lula Fowler.
Tammy attended the Piney Community Church where she was a member,
and was owner and operator of Harts Flower Shop.
In addition to her father, those left to cherish her memory include
her husband, Wilford Browning; one daughter, Kelli Dempsey Dalton; three
step-sons, Matthew, Christopher and Wilson Browning; one brother, Chris (Rana Blankenship) Kirk; two grandchildren, Brady Dalton,
and Olivia Dalton; five step-grandchildren, Ada-Jo Edwards, Mila Browning,
Trent Browning, Tyler Browning, and Haley Browning; two great-nieces and
nephews that she thought of as her own grandchildren, Rylee Kirk and Tucker
Kirk; her special friends, Darlene Maynard and Debbie Mullins, and she loved
her nephew, Christopher (Felicia) Kirk.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Fri., Oct. 24, at Freeman Funeral
Home with Kenny Kirk officiating. Burial will follow at Kirk Cemetery at Piney,
Harts. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be
Matthew Browning, Christopher Browning, Justin Browning, and Christopher Kirk.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Ranger, Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Mary-Margaret-Blankenship-102807198
Mary Margaret Blankenship was born on June 9, 1923 and passed away on Wednesday, August 19,
2015. Mary was a resident of Ranger, West Virginia at the time of her passing.
Graveside Services Will Be Held At 2 P.M. Friday At The Bullock
Cemetery Directed By Edwards Funeral Home Of Ranger.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Ranger, Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.edwards-funeral-homes.com/obituaries/Mary-Blankenship-4/#!/Obituary
Mary Margaret Blankenship, 92 of Ranger,
passed away Wednesday August 19, 2015 in Fort Worth. She was born June 9, 1923
in Ranger to James Hatton and Margie (Waggoner) Hatton.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m.
Friday at the Bullock Cemetery directed by Edwards Funeral Home of Ranger.
Mary had worked as a library assistant as
well as working for Ranger Athletics, and for the Green Thumb Agency. She was a
Methodist.
She was preceded in death by two sisters,
Wilma Jennings, and Beatrice Funderburk.
Survivors include a son, James McCollum
and his wife Sandi; 3 granddaughters, Sarah, Susan, and Jeanie; 3
great-granddaughters; 1 great-grandson; and 1 great-great-granddaughter.
2014, Sumerco, Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Apr. 29 to
Apr. 30, 2014
Lyla Vetta Watkins Maynard, 33, of Sumerco, formerly of Logan,
departed this life Sun., April 27, 2014, at her home. Born Oct. 10, 1980, in
Logan, she was a daughter of Shelba Collins Watkins and Victor Watkins.
Preceding her in death were her great-grandparents, Frank and
Stella Sutherland, and John Henry and Lyla Collins; grandmother, Shirley
Collins; grandfather-in-law, John Maynard Jr., and aunt, Mary Watkins
Blankenship.
Lyla loved the outdoors, hunting, bow hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling,
and just loving God and country. She loved her dogs and Bella was the baby.
Those who are left to cherish her memory are her husband, Lonnie
Maynard II; her parents, Shelba Watkins, and Victor Bascum (Dinah) Watkins;
sister, Carrie (Greg) Linker; brother, Cody Daniel Hager; the love of her life
her daughter, Harmony Page Tomblin; three stepchildren who she loved dearly,
Christin, Page, and Drake Maynard; father-in-law, Lonnie (Lisa) Maynard;
mother-in-law, Delie Dee Maynard; grandmother-in-law, Mrs. Tootsie Maynard, and
grandfather, Rev. Paul Frederick Collins.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thurs., May 1, at James Funeral
Home Chapel with the Rev. Mike Hicks officiating. Burial will follow in
Highland Memory Gardens at Godby. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Sweetland, Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Feb. 19,
2015
Foster Roberts, of Sweetland, W.Va., was born on June 7, 1916, and
passed away on February 16, 2015, at the age of ninety-eight years, eight
months and nine days. He was the son of the late Floyd Roberts and Nora Blankenship
Roberts.
He was also preceded in death by his wife of seventy-one years,
Ruby Roberts, and daughter Mary Genene Roberts.
He was retired from the West Virginia Department of Highways and
was also a member of the Local 1353 for sixty-seven years.
He is survived by his three sons Dallas (Delores) Roberts of West
Hamlin, W.Va., Wondel (Patricia) Roberts of Alum Creek, W.Va., and Tony (Pam)
Roberts of Hamlin, W.Va.; one grandson Greg (Teresa) Roberts of West Hamlin,
W.Va., and three great-grandchildren Thomas Roberts, Tyler Roberts and Heather
Roberts, all of West Hamlin, W.Va.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2015, at
Koontz Funeral Home, Hamlin, W.Va., with Rev. Russell "Buck" Adkins
and Brother Todd Pauley officiating. Interment will follow at the Miller
Cemetery, Sweetland, W.Vs.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Uncles Branch, Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: April 19, 2015
William C. "Billy" Harvey, 65, of Lincoln County,
formerly of Oceana, passed away on April 11, 2015, after a long illness. He was
born July 31, 1949, the son of Betty Harvey of Oceana and the late Bill Harvey.
He graduated from Oceana High School in 1967. He attended Marshall
University for three years and graduated from West Virginia University in 1971.
Billy retired from the Boone County Health Department after 31 years as head
sanitarian. He served on the Sanitary Board for 24 years. He loved to hunt,
fish and spend time outdoors, but most of all he loved riding his Harley. He
was a first degree Black Belt and taught several self defense classes for women.
He is survived by his wife Lavon of Uncles Branch, Lincoln County;
his mother Betty Harvey, a sister Tina Ward, niece Melissa
Blankenship, great nephew Aidan Blankenship, and a special friend Robbie Crouch, all
of Oceana; special cousin and friend Nelson E. Wooldridge. He will be dearly
missed by family and friends.
Funeral service was at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at Handley
Funeral Home in Danville, W.Va., with Rev. Garry Bowman officiating. Burial was
at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at Roberts Cemetery, Alkol, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
West Hamlin, Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on June 12,
2014
Minnie Ruby Vance, 81, went to be with the Lord June 9, 2014.
Preceded in death by husbands Robert Briggs, Tracy
Spry and Alva Vance; son Danny Briggs and daughter Brenda Mossburg.
Survived by daughters
Barbara Moss (Mike), Debbie Byrd, Bonnie Sias (Bill) and Connie Blankenship (Dan); sisters Alice
Shepherd, Geneva Ashby, Juanita Stubbs (Phil) and Lucy Workman (Jim); brother
Hershell Jackson; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends.
Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2014, at
McGhee-Handley Funeral Home, West Hamlin, W.Va., with the funeral following at
11 a.m. The burial will be in the Watson Cemetery, Branchland, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, West Hamlin, Lincoln Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on Nov. 5, 2015
Paul David Adkins, 47, of West Hamlin, W.Va., departed this world
on Nov. 3, 2015. Paul David's journey through life began on July 8, 1968. He is
the son of Paul and Rose Adkins of West Hamlin, W.Va.
He is also survived by his sister
Tammy Graham (Rob) Blankenship; his two nieces, Katie Stevenson and
Tiffany (Brandon) Beckett; and two very special nephews, Willis Graham and
great-nephew Dawson Beckett.
Paul loved fishing, the WV Mountaineers and being in the mountains.
He was school bus driver for Lincoln County. Paul touched the hearts of all that
knew him. He will be deeply missed by all.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, November 6,
2015, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville with Lonnie
Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at Bell-Ross Cemetery, West Hamlin.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Logan
2015, Accoville, Logan
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Apr. 9 to
Apr. 10, 2015
Lula "Lulie" Marie Smoot, 100+, of Accoville, went to
meet her Lord and Savior Wed., April 8, 2015. She was born June 28, 1914, at Accoville, Lula was the eldest daughter of the late Joseph
and Ida Young Robinson. She cherished her parents.
She was a lifetime member of the Accoville United Methodist Church.
She loved her church and the members who were so loving
toward her. Lula was a retired cook and worked for several of our local schools
in the area. Cooking was her passion, and if you ever came to her home, as so
many of us did, you knew you had to eat. How we will miss those famous rolls.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Smoot; three
sisters, Fannie Goodman, Madeline Carter and Dorothy "Odell"
Mitchell; eight brothers, Fred, Lester, Roy, Frank, Hiram, Hubert, Lou and
James Robinson; three sons, Jesse, Otis, and Ronald Smoot, who she mourned
daily; and one grandson, Greg Atkins.
Those left to cherish her memory and carry on her legacy are her children, Anna Koefoed of New Lenox,
Ill., Joyce Atkins of Amherstdale, Linda (Jimmy) Gilbert of Strongsville, Ohio,
Jean (Bud) Blankenship of Brunswick, Ohio, Vickie Elkins of North Ridgeville,
Ohio, Richard (Cathy) Smoot of Accoville, and Roger (Marilyn) Smoot, also of
Brunswick; 23 grandchildren, Daniel, Chris, Doug, Sherry, Shawn, Mike, Teresa,
Pamela, Judy, Sherry, Robin, Tammy, Kimberly, Robby, Kelly, Steve, Jessica,
Chuck, Vanessa, Gary, Ricky, Donnie, and Ronnie, and more than 140 great and
great-great-grandchildren. She has left behind nieces and nephews, special
friends and precious memories. We all loved her dearly and she loved us. We
will miss her forever. There will never be another "Lulie" Smoot.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sat., April 11, at
Accoville United Methodist Church at Accoville with Rev. Norman Harvey and
Brother Charlie Branim officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memory
Gardens at Godby. Pallbearers will be Daniel and Chris Smoot, Bill Johnson,
Chris and Brian Adkins, and Steven Elkins.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Amherstdale, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Nov. 4 to
Nov. 5, 2014
Mary Catherine Copeland, 40, of Amherstdale, went to be with the
Lord Mon., Nov. 3, 2014, leaving from Logan Regional Medical Center, [Logan,
Logan Co., WV] after a short illness. Born Dec. 27, 1973, at Logan, she was a
daughter of Hershel "Butch" Copeland of Amherstdale and the late Mary Ann Blankenship Copeland.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Cecil and Thelma Rowe,
Oren and Thelma Adkins, and Leo
Blankenship.
Mary was a 1992 graduate of Man High School and a home maker. She
attended Lundale Freewill Baptist Church. Mary loved children and enjoyed
helping her brother and others care for their children. She was a very
important part of their lives and will be deeply missed.
Those left to cherish her memory, in addition to her father, are
the love of her life, Mike Booth of Lorado; one brother, Brad (Tammy) Copeland
of Chauncey; her grandmother, Mary Rowe Blankenship of Kistler; her nieces and nephews,
Brandon Conley and Joseph, Jacob, and Amanda Copeland; her cousins who she
adored, Jeremy and Jaxon Tipton; her best friend, Leslie Walker and her
children, along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 6, at Krantz-McNeely
Funeral Home where a brief service will be held at 6 p.m. with Rev. Bobby
Adkins officiating. Committal services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Forest
Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Leo J., 73, 06Sep1933 - 07Nov2006, Kistler, Logan, WV, WV-236-46-7287
2015, Amherstdale, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Janis-Andrea-Murphy-103133665
Janis Andrea Murphy, 79, of Amherstdale, WV, went to be with the
Lord on Thursday, December 24, 2015, leaving from Logan Regional Medical Center, after a short illness. She was born
May 11, 1936, a daughter of the late James "Jack" and Virgie A.
Amburgey Vernatter.
Janis was a disabled clerk who worked in the business office at Man
Appalachian Regional Hospital for 36 years. A member of the Becco United
Baptist Church, she was active in the Ladies Aide and Choir where she sang
amazing alto. Devoted to her family, Janis was a wonderful mother and
grandmother. She was a talented seamstress whose passion was quilting. Janis
enjoyed sitting on the porch with her little dog, Duchess, and spending time
with her grandchildren. A friendly person, Janis never met a stranger and was a
strong witness for the Lord with everyone she met.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one
sister, Judith Dale Vernatter; and one brother, Tommie Vernatter.
Those left to cherish her memory are one son, James S. (Angela)
Murphy of Amherstdale; two sisters, Eva Jo Elkins of Huntington and Jackie Ann
Jones of St. Albans; one brother, Teddy Vernatter of Reynoldsburg, OH; three
grandchildren, Connor Chapman, Colton Chapman, and Hailey Vance; a special child who was precious to
her, Braxton Blankenship; two special friends, Cynthia Goode and
Mary Staten; and many nieces and nephews; along with a host of other relatives
and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, 2015,
at the Becco United Baptist Church at Becco with Rev. P. J. Tomblin
officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memory Gardens at Godby. Pall
bearers will be the Deacons and members of Becco United Baptist Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Braeholm, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 16 to
Oct. 17, 2014
Ruth Blankenship Caserta, 60, of Braeholm, went to be with the Lord Mon., Oct. 13, 2014,
leaving from St. Mary's Medical Center at Huntington,
[Cabell Co., WV] after complications following heart surgery. Born December 12,
1953, at Logan, she was a daughter of the late Howard Arthur
and Easter Vinson Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
grandmother, Pearl Brown; one brother,
Howard Arthur
"Squeeze" Blankenship Jr.; one sister, Patty Blankenship Marcum; three brothers-in-law; Robert Mendel Jr.,
Paul Scott, and Larry McComas; two nephews, Larry McComas Jr. and Billy
McComas; and one niece, Shawna Mendel.
Ruth was a homemaker. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and
grandmother.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 40 years,
Randy Caserta; two daughters, Crystal Caserta and Stephanie Caserta, both of
Logan; one son, Nickolas Ryan Caserta, at home; eight grandchildren, Kayleigh
Egnor of Lundale, Jacob, Ashley, and Emilea Smith of Palm Harbor, Florida,
Christian, Quinton, and Lauren Goodman of Whitman, and Brody Caserta of Logan;
four sisters, Billie Jean (Doug) Sparks of Mud Fork, Carol
(Randy) Shell of Crooked Creek, Brenda Mendel of
Mitchell Heights, Marie (Glen) Lambert of Wilkinson; one brother, Richard Blankenship of Michigan; a niece who was raised as Ruth's sister, Kathy (Vic)
DiStefano of Canton, Mich.; many nieces and nephews along with a host of other
relatives and friends.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Fri., Oct. 17, at Krantz-McNeely
Funeral Home at Man. Burial will follow in Highland Memory Gardens at Godby.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bruno, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 1 to
Oct. 2, 2014
Linda Marie Williams, 62, of Bruno, passed away Mon., Sept. 29,
2914, at CAMC General Division in Charleston,
[Kanawha Co., WV], with her family at her side. Born Feb. 5, 1952, she was a daughter
of the late Eugene and Lillian Spence Adkins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son,
Lewis Jason Williams; sister, Joyce Ann Adkins, and niece, Beverly Sue
Blankenship.
She was a graduate of Man High School, and a loving wife,
grandmother and sister who loved spending time with her family and cherished
her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, making candies, gardening, and was of
the Christian faith.
Survivors include her husband of 41 years and nine months, whom she
married on December 2, 1973, Arland Jay Williams; two sons, Franklin Williams
and his wife Kimberly of Ohio, and Michael Williams and his wife Lucille of
California; two brothers, Jimmy Adkins of Stephens City, Va., and Michael Paul
Adkins and his wife Kaylea Dawn Adkins of Clearfork, and five sisters, Nancy Brown of Hunt, Dianna
Sue (Susie) Cook and her husband Cecil of South Man, Debbie Blankenship Ellis and her husband Donald of Kistler, Peggy Harvey and her husband
Nathane of Verner and Ruth Thewes and her husband Jay of St. Albans. Linda also
leaves to mourn her passing a brother-in-law, Richard Gross of Virginia; three
grandchildren; 11 step-grandchildren, a great-granddaughter and a host of
family and friends.
Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sat., Oct. 4, at Greenbranch
Freewill Baptist Church at Man with Rev. Donald Ellis officiating. Burial will
be private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bruno, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 14 to
Oct. 15, 2015
Reverend Van Douglas Browning, 78, of Bruno, made his heavenly
journey Sunday, October 11, 2015, at Logan after a prolonged illness. Born
March 4, 1937, at Davin, W.Va., he was a son of the late Reverend Van Daily and
Beulah Jane Toler Browning; paternal grandparents, the late James and Frances
Walls Browning; maternal grandparents, the late Ira and Mary Hatfield Toler; father and mother-in-law, the late Lloyd and Nancy Grimmett Blankenship.
Also preceding him in death were his siblings: Virginia Cook, Ruth,
Edith, Athlene, Harry, Carnie, Robert, Cecil, David, Vaughn, Roger
"Nick" and Paul Browning.
He is survived by his wife
of 55 years, whom he met when he was 12 and she was 8, Joyce; four children and six grandchildren: Sandra Trask of Madison and
her children Ashley, Tara, and Kyle Trask, Brian Keith and Angela Browning of
Franklinton, N.C., and Kirk and April Browning of Logan, W.Va., Nancy and
Shannon Underwood of Bruno and their children Brandon Douglas and Courtney
Browning of Calabash N.C., Joshua (Destiny Hoffman) Underwood, and Zackery
(Katherine Pope) Underwood, all of Huntington, W.Va.; one sister, Mary Hatfield
of Robinette, W.Va., and a host of extended family and friends.
A retired coal miner, Van was known to many as
"Preacher". Giving his life to the Lord in 1972 and shortly
thereafter becoming an Ordained Licensed Minister where he remained in the
Lords service until he met his heavenly Father. He was a member of the Bruno
Church of God. He was the former pastor of Justice Church of God which he also
helped build.
A Machinist Mate 2nd Class, August 15, 1955 to August 15, 1961 and
a Chief Petty Officer 1st Class in the US Navy, June 6, 1961 to May 6, 1965.
While serving Van was aboard the USS Salamonie and the USS Willard Keith where
he crossed the equator twice and traveled to 32 different countries and made
sure to always make his way back home to the love of his life.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 16, at Freeman
Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Manuel and Rev. Roger Frye officiating. Burial
will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill, W.Va. Pallbearers will be
his sons: Kirk and Keith; his son-in-law, Shannon, and his grandsons, whom he
cherished, Brandon, Josh and Zack.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bruno, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
The Logan Banner, (WV) - November 28, 2015
Mr. Ransom Ray Williamson, 84, better known as Yank, of Bruno, went
home to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 25, 2015, at Logan Regional
Medical Center in Logan, [Logan
Co., WV]. Born July 11, 1931, at Landville, W.Va., he was a son of the late
Ransom and Jettie Ferrell Williamson.
Yank has been a devoted Christian since April 1969, and a faithful
member of Bruno Church of God. Yank was an Army veteran and a retired member
with the UMWA.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son:
Ronald Williamson; sister: Pearl Hall, and brothers: Floyd "Jim"
Williamson and Harrison Williamson.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 60
years, Alice Plymale Williamson; sons: Douglas (Dreama) Williamson of Gilbert,
Timmy Joe (Tina) Williamson of Davin, and Billy (April) Williamson of Bruno;
sister: Beverly (Gene) Sparks of Columbus, Ohio; brothers: Bob (Nana Lou)
Williamson of Corbin, Ky., Eldred Williamson and Charlie (Brenda) Williamson,
both of Bruno, and Leslie (Sandy) Williamson of Robinette; grandchildren: Ann (Dennis) Blankenship of Tazwell, Va., DK (Summer) Williamson of Nashville,
Tenn., Jimmy (Brandi) Williamson of Gilbert and Brooke (Bucky) Thomas, both of
Gilbert, Michael (Kristen Murphy) Scites of Man, Stephanie (Dennis) Toler of
Mallory, TJ (Kayla Maness) Williamson of Bruno, Katie Williamson of Virginia,
and Billy Williamson II of Davin; great-grandchildren: Kelsie, Caleb, Preston,
Hayden, Chaz, Hunter, Calisa, Kylie, Bentley, Cymiah, and Bryson; one
great-granddaughter due in May 2016; one granddaughter due in December; several
nieces and nephews, and a host of other dear family and friends.
Funeral services will commence at 11 a.m. Sunday, November 29, at
the Bruno Church of God. Burial will follow at Highland Memory Gardens.Yank
will be carried to his final resting place by his grandsons; honorary
pallbearers will be Johnny Glandon and Jerry Toler.
He is gone from our sight but never from our hearts.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Chapmanville, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Jan. 2 to
Jan. 3, 2016
Mr. Mark Joseph Lawson, 60, of Chapmanville, departed this life
Monday, December 28, 2015. He was the son of Erma Matthews and the late Simon
Lawson.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his children, Ashlee Blankenship, Stacee Lawson, and Markee Lawson; one
sister, Mickie Smith, and two grandchildren,
Cole and Crew Blankenship.
As per Mark's wishes, there will be no visitation. Evans Funeral
Home and Cremation Services at Chapmanville is
assisting the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Davin, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Jan. 28 to
Jan. 29, 2014
T. C. (Patricia
Jean Blankenship) Thompson,
57, of Davin, went to be with the Lord Sun., Jan. 26, 2014, from Logan Regional
Medical Center [Logan, Logan Co., WV] after a long illness. Born May 23, 1956,
at Pineville, she was a daughter of Bea Gamble Blankenship Wingler of Kistler and the late Jack Blankenship
and Billy Wingler.
Also preceding her in death was her mother-in-law, Letha Chapman
Thompson, and one sister-in-law, Gaynelle Blankenship.
T. C. was a homemaker and recently became a born again Christian.
She loved animals, bowling, and spending time with her grandchildren and
family. T.C. was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
Additionally, those left to cherish her memory include her husband
of 40 years, H. D. Thompson, one son, J. R. (Cara) Thompson, and two precious
grandsons, Trey and Tommy Thompson, all of Davin; two brothers, Larry (Betty) Blankenship and Jerry
Blankenship, both of
Pineville; one sister, Pam (Jack) Daniels of Riley Camp; her father-in-law, Harold G.
Thompson; one brother-in-law, Richard (Cheata) Thompson; sisters-in-law, Deanna
(Charles) Hurley and Sandy Young, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Fri., Jan. 31, at Krantz-McNeely
Funeral Home Chapel at Man with Rev. Earl Robinson and Brother Richard Thompson
officiating. Burial will follow in Palm Memorial Gardens at Matheny.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Holden, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Aug. 28 to
Aug. 29, 2014
Melodee Brewster, 59, of Holden, went to be with the Lord Tues.,
Aug. 26, 2014, at Charleston Area Medical Center [Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV] following a short illness. Born Dec. 15,
1954, she was a daughter of the late Solomon and Charlotte Adkins of Crooked Creek.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 36 years, Michael Brewster; grandparents: Vivian and Dee Hall of
Crooked Creek and Elbert and Sarah Adams of Huntington; one sister, Lisa
Adkins, and one brother, Robin Adams, both of Crooked Creek, and one brother-in-law, Jack Blankenship of Monaville.
Melodee worked at Hall Drug Store and then chose to stay at home
and raise her children.
Those left to cherish her memory include one daughter, Hope (Larry)
Williamson of Verdunville; one son, Jason (Irene) Brewster of Holden; two sisters: Merry Blankenship of Monaville and Abigail (Gary) Shahan of Crooked Creek; five
brothers: Randy (Rosemary) Adams, Bryan (Cindy) Adams, and Terry (Debbie)
Adams, all of Crooked Creek, and Holly (Katrina) Adams and Jeff (Judy) Adams of
Whitman; five grandchildren: Ethan and Rylee Williamson, Kimberly and Jacob
Abraham, and Derrick Brewster; two very special nieces that she considered
granddaughters: Morgan and Alison Adkins, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins,
nieces, nephews, and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Sat., Aug. 30, at
James Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Secrist officiating. Burial will follow
at a later date at the Whitman Family Cemetery at Crooked Creek.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Kistler, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Jan. 27 to
Jan. 28, 2014
Billy Wingler, 79, of Kistler, went to be with the Lord on
Saturday, January 25, 2014, from his residence, after an extended illness. He
was born March 12, 1934, at Amherstdale, the son of the late Rev. Everett and
Zida Bailey Wingler.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three
sisters, LouAnna Workman, Mildred Perry, and Ruby Morris; two brothers, Ralph
Wingler and Fred Wingler; one daughter, T.C. Thompson; and one daughter-in-law, Gaynelle Blankenship.
Billy was a retired section foreman who formerly worked for Amherst
Coal Company and Pittston Coal Company. He was a member of Kistler Freewill
Baptist Church. Billy enjoyed fishing, camping, going to church, playing with
his grandchildren, and spending time with his family and friends. Billy was a
very loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His family and
friends will miss him very much.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 38 years, Bea
Wingler of Kistler; two sons, Larry (Betty) Blankenship and Jerry Blankenship,
both of Pineville; one daughter, Pam (Jack) Daniels of Riley Camp; one
son-in-law, H. D. Thompson of Davin; three sisters, Madyline McCoy of
Huntington, Frances Duncan of Accoville, and Loraine (Red) Elkins of Riley
Camp; one brother, Bobby Wingler of OH; 8 grandchildren; 15
great-grandchildren; his beloved pet, Bear; and many nieces and nephews along
with a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 30, 2014,
at the Kistler Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Roland Cook and Brother George
Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in Palm Memorial Gardens at Matheny.
Pall bearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Lake, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Feb. 27 to
Feb. 28, 2014
Mr. Julius Adkins, son of the late Reuben and Minnie Evans Adkins,
went home to be with his Lord Tues., Feb. 25, 2014, on his 88th Birthday.
He was a retired coal miner with Westmoreland Coal Co., a veteran
of the U.S. Army serving in the 136th Infantry Division as a Medic during World
War II, a devoted member of the Lake Holiness Church for many years and an
inspiration to everyone who knew him. Mr. Adkins was an expert fisherman and
hunter. He loved the outdoors and being in the mountains. He enjoyed gathering
molly moochers, wild greens and digging for ginseng. He also enjoyed growing
flowers and gardening. He passed his knowledge to his children and
grandchildren.
He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his son,
Gary Dale Adkins; sister, Opal Barker, and brothers, Reuben and Leroy Adkins.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 66 years,
Christina "Tina" Craddock Adkins; daughters, Brenda Kelly, Glenita (Michael) Blankenship and
Anita (Jimmy) Toler, all of Lake; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren;
one great-great grandson; brother, Lloyd (Pat) Adkins of Montague, Calif., and
his church family and friends.
Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 1, at Evans
Funeral Home and Cremation Services with Bro. W. L. Franklin and Bro. Willis
Hurley officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill.
Family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lake, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Mar. 21 to
Mar. 22, 2014
Mr. Freddie Spence, 70, of Lake, died Thurs., March 20, 2014, at
his residence. Born June 6, 1943, at Cove Gap, he was a son of the late Charlie
and Armilda Watts Spence.
Mr. Spence was a member and trustee at Crossroads Community Church,
a retired coal miner, and loved to play music and sing.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
brother, Charles Spence, and sisters, Armilda Napier and Mary Potter.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Violet Marie Osborne
Spence; daughters, Melinda (Dwight)
Brumfield, and Freda (Carl)
Blankenship; granddaughters, Brianna and Autumn Blankenship and Alexandria Brumfield; brothers, Basil
"Buddy" Spence, Chester Spence, and Guy Spence; sisters, Thelma Pack
and Vada Cordell, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Mon., March 24, at Evans
Funeral Home and Cremation Services with Rev. Wiley Kent officiating. Burial
will follow at Memory Gardens at Low Gap.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Lake, Logan Co., WV,
Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Mar. 19 to
Mar. 20, 2015
Christina Carol Adkins, daughter of the late Otto Waitman and Julia
Francis Bias Craddock, went home to be with the Lord Tues., March 17, 2015, at
her residence surrounded by her family. Born January 8, 1931, she was 84 years
old.
She was a housewife from the age of 16 and spent her life taking
care of her family. She gave her life to the Lord at the age of nine and was a
devoted member of Lake Holiness Church. She cherished spending time with her
family and friends and was a loving mother and protector to all. She loved
singing gospel songs, reading her bible, talking about the Lord, and cooking.
When she was younger, she and Julius spent time in the mountains digging
ginseng, picking wild greens, and gathering molly moochers. They had a passion
for going fishing with their children every year and camping out by his uncle's
lake.
Christina was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her
husband of 67 year, Julius Adkins; their son, Gary Dale Adkins; two sisters,
Martha Hurley and Pearlena Ball, and one brother, Clarence Craddock.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Brenda Kelly, Glenita (Michael) Blankenship, and Anita (Jimmy) Toler, all of Lake;
three brothers, Wesley (Mary) Craddock of Lake, James (Carol) Craddock of Big
Creek, and Leo (Norma Jean) Craddock of Hewett; seven grandchildren; 12
great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson, and her church family and
friends.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Fri., March 20, at Evans Funeral
Home and Cremation Services with Assistant Pastor Willis Hurley and Evangelist
W. L. Franklin, officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery at
Pecks Mill, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Logan, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Apr. 28 to
Apr. 29, 2014
Willard Wilson "Rocky" Blankenship, 60, departed this life Sat., April 26,
2014, at CAMC Memorial Division, [Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV]. He
was born Aug. 28, 1953, a son of the late Wilson and Rokie Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa Price Blankenship; brother, William (Sheila) Maynard, and sister, Janet
Blankenship.
Rocky was a retired Critical Care EMT Paramedic from LEASA where he
served Logan County for 20 years as a First Responder, Search and Rescue
Member, Critical Care paramedic as well as being an instructor in multiple
courses. Rocky was a great man who took great pride in serving Logan. He
touched every life he encountered. He was very well respected and will be
dearly missed.
Survivors include his three sons,
Brandon (Tabitha), Dustin
(Carla) and James; five grandchildren, Katelyn, Gregory,
Austin, Jacob and Josh; two brothers,
Matthew and Noah Blankenship;
one sister, Donna (Bryant) Stifers, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wed., April 30, at James Funeral
Home Chapel with the Rev.
Charlie Blankenship officiating.
Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Logan, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Aug. 22 to
Aug. 23, 2015
Howard Edward Wooten, 80, of Logan, died Sat., Aug. 22, 2015, at
his home with his family. Howard was born Jan. 12, 1935, to the late Fred and Polly Blankenship Wooten of Holden, W.Va.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
sisters: Dorothy Wooten, Virginia Wooten Hutchinson, Irene Wooten Hammersley,
Mildred Wooten Parsley, and Mae Wooten Adkins, and brothers, Fred Wooten, Clyde
Wooten and Larry Wooten.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lois Ann Hale Wooten; his
daughters: Kellie Wooten-Willis (Bart), Karen Gregory (John) and Kristen Erdman
(Brad); his loving grandchildren: Jared Erdman, Kaley Gregory and Kara Erdman;
his sister, Mary Lou Wooten Hovis (Leonard); his brothers: Tom Wooten (Donna)
and Bob Wooten (Sharon), and many nieces, nephews and cousins that he loved
dearly but are too numerous to mention individually.
Howard was a 1954 graduate of Logan High School and attended
Pikeville College before entering the United States Army. He began a career
with Nationwide Insurance in 1961 where he was a successful agent being named
to president's club five different years. Howard was a faithful member of
Central United Baptist for more than 50 years where he served many terms as
superintendent. In addition to his church membership he was also a member of
the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, American Legion Post 19, the Optimist Club,
and Logan Rotary Club.
Some of his public contributions to the community were working to
bring the Jaws of Life to Logan and the selling of commemorative bricks in a fundraising
effort to build Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College. But
what most would say was his biggest contribution to the community was his
selfless generosity that mostly went unsung. Some of his favorite activities
were walking in the park, breakfast at Parkway Drive In, Logan County and
Marshall University sports and anything that included the Wooten boys. He is
most remembered for his faith, outgoing personality, generosity, love of his
family and friends and always finding a few extra seconds on the score clock.
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Mon., Aug. 24, at Central United
Baptist Church on Holden Road with services to follow at 7 p.m. He will be laid
to rest at a private family ceremony.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Logan, Logan
Co., WV, Obituary
The Logan Banner, (WV) - October 23, 2015
Ruby Brooks, 88 of Logan departed this life on Tuesday, October 20,
2015 at Logan Regional Medical Center. Born July 30, 1937 in Logan County she
was the daughter of Benjamin Franklin and Elva Carrie Bowles Browning.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Brooks, two
sons Roger Alfred and Larry David Brooks.
Ruby was a wonderful mother and homemaker. She attended when able
the West Logan Missionary Baptist Church.
She is survived by two daughters,
Elizabeth (Libby) Ann Brooks of Logan and Mary Jane (Wendell) Brooks
Blankenship of Lansing, MI,
one sister Irene (Don) Browning Welch of Monroe, NC, five brothers Edwin
(Naomi) Browning of Worthington, KY, Jerry Browning of Hawaii, Glenn (Barbara)
Browning of Brooksville, OH, Donzel (Mable) Browning of Ludlow Falls, Ohio,
George (Doris) Browning of Davin, WV, four grandchildren
Stephanie (Paul) Blankenship Dean, Scott Blankenship ,
Mary Beth (Donnie) Mancuso, Carrie Brooks, and a host of other relatives and
friends.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, Oct. 23, 2015 at
Honaker Funeral Home at 2 p.m. with Rev. Robert Morris officiating. Burial will
follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill, WV. Family will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wendell Scott Blankenship – b.03Feb1952 -
Lansing, MI: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KLT6-DLP
Relatives - Mary Jane Blankenship, Melissa
A. Blankenship, Stephanie A. Blankenship, W. Blankenship, Wendell S.
Blankenship.
+2015, Logan, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - November 20, 2015
Irene B. Stollings, 94, of Logan, went home to be with the Lord on
Nov. 18, 2015. She was born Sept. 27, 1921 to the late Mildred and R. J. Blankenship.
She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Logan. She
will be remembered for her strong spirit, compassion for others and love for
her family. Being with her grandchildren always brought great
joy to her life. Irene was passionate about her career as a teacher. She
taught first grade at Justice Grade School for over 25 years. She then went on
to substitute teach at Logan Middle School until the age of 93. She enjoyed
taking care of her flower gardens, loved to read and treasured time with her
many dear friends. She was proud to be a member of the "Golden
Girls." She will be remembered by special friends, Betty, Pat, Terri,
Tammy and Shirley.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William E.
"Bill" Stollings; daughter, Sharon Stollings Wilson; and brother, Harry Blankenship.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Sally Humphrey (Randy) of
Cross Lanes; grandchildren, Amy Wilson of San Diego, Calif., Mark Wilson
(Krystal) of Teays Valley, Julie Pierce of Charleston and Lynn Shumate (John)
of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and eight great-grandchildren.
Memorial service will be held at noon Monday, Nov. 23, at James
Funeral Home, Logan, with Pastor Jim Musgrave officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Man, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 14 to
Oct. 15, 2014
Davin Ray Ramsey, the five month old son of Eric Dominick and
Michael Francis Murphy Ramsey, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Oct. 7,
2014, leaving from Cabell Huntington
Hospital at Huntington. He was born on May 7, 2014, at Women and Children's
Hospital at Charleston, the twin
brother of Kaylee Francis Ramsey.
He was greeted at Heaven's gate by Oscar Frank Brown, Kenneth Ray
Ramsey Sr., Esker and Hassie Richardson, Edward Joe Ramsey, Henry and Leola
Ramsey, Levetta L. Murphy, Benny Lipscomb Sr., Robert Murphy, Nora Dawn Blankenship Greene and Henry Jeron Ramsey.
In addition to his parents and his twin sister, those left to
cherish his memory are his grandparents, Donna "Hickey" Murphy,
Michael L. (Nicolina) Murphy Sr., Dennis Thomas, and Vicky Thomas;
great-grandparents, Maxine Brown McCane, Loretta LeGrand and Carlos LeGrand;
aunts, Erica Nicole Ramsey-Harris and Amber King; uncles, Michael L. Murphy
Jr., Kenneth Ray Ramsey Jr., Brian King, and Orlando King; great-aunts, Yvonne
Blankenship, Paula Denise
Griffin, Marcella Murphy, Karen Murphy, Francis Ramsey-Terry, Cynthia
Ramsey-Pilgrim, Karen
Blankenship Ramsey, and Judy
Ramsey-Murrell; and great-uncles,
Frank Douglas Brown, Jimmy
Blankenship, Larry Griffin,
Robert "Buster" Richardson, Benjamin "Benny" Murphy, Leroy
Terry, Robert Lee Ramsey, Pug Ramsey, Ronald Ramsey, Orange Lipscomb, Bennie L.
Lipscomb and Anthony Johnson.
Funeral services were held at noon on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the
Krantz-McNeely Funeral Home at Man with Rev. Michael Pollard officiating.
Burial followed in Franklin Cemetery at Branchland.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Man, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Jan.
7 to Jan. 8, 2015
Louise Mounts Campbell, 64, of Man, formerly of Gilbert, went home
to be with the Lord Tues., Jan. 6, 2015, from her residence. Born March 5, 1950, at Gilbert, she was a
daughter of the late George and Inas Stanley Mounts.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one
sister, Marlene Roberts; paternal grandparents, Leonard and Rosa Spratt Mounts,
and maternal grandparents, George and Alta Bradford Stanley.
Lou graduated from Gilbert High School in 1967.
Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Danny Ray Abbott Jr.;
three brothers, Pedro (Loretta) Mounts of Hanover, Charles Mounts of Gilbert,
and Donald Mounts of Dunnellon, Fla.; four sisters,
Sue (Curtis) Blankenship and Brenda Wilson, both of Gilbert, Barbara (Bruce) Myers
of Charleston, and Sharon Ellis of Dunnellon; one special niece, Erica Cline;
several nieces and nephews, along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. Fri., Jan. 9, at Krantz-McNeely
Funeral Home at Man. Louise's remains will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Curtis E. Blankenship –b.04Sep1947 -
Gilbert, WV; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYCX-FNC
Relatives: Aaron Blankenship, Billy Ray
Blankenship, Charlotte Ann Blankenship, Clyde Lee Blankenship, Cynthia
Blankenship, Dallas Ray Blankenship, Donna L. Blankenship, Dorothy M.
Blankenship, Geraldine Blankenship, Glodia Blankenship, Iven R. Blankenship, Jessica
A. Blankenship, Jimmy Wayne Blankenship, Martin Edgar Blankenship, Mary
Blankenship, Nancy Sue Blankenship, Rebecca Shawn Blankenship, Ribble
Blankenship, Ricky E. Blankenship, Rosetta Blankenship.
+2014, Omar, Logan
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Dec. 29 to
Dec. 30, 2014
Janice Blankenship,
90, of Omar, W.Va., entered Heaven's gates Mon., Dec. 22, 2014, at her
daughter's home in Raleigh, NC., with loved ones by
her side. Janice was preceded by her husband,
Mack Blankenship, who has been awaiting her arrival in
Heaven. Born Jan., 17, 1924, at Baisden, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Sarah Browning
Blankenship.
Janice was the seventh of 13 children. Siblings who have been awaiting her arrival include Rohn, Lynford, Ervin and Reaford Blankenship, Vicie Blankenship, Violet Griffith and Bertha Carter.
Those siblings left to
cherish her memory include, Blonnie Carter and Amy Cline,
both of Gilbert, W.Va., Royal
Blankenship of Baisden, and Bonnie Caudell of Carroll, Ohio.
Janice is survived by her daughters, Geraldine and her spouse, John
D. Ellis of Omar, Josephine and her spouse Daniel E. Stansky of Wellington,
Fla., Margie and her spouse Omar Salazar of Olympia, Wash., Judy K. and her
spouse Danny Elkins Sr. of Switzer, W.Va., and Kathy and her spouse James
Frederick West of Raleigh, N.C. Grandchildren include Janice Hanlon of
Chapmanville, W.Va., Henry R. Batten of Mooresville, N.C., Karen Rettig of
Tacoma, Wash., Samantha Salazar of Olympia and Danny Elkins Jr. of Raleigh.
Great-grandchildren include Kelsey and Zachary Hanlon, Ashley, Stephanie and
Natalie Batten, Marc and Jordan Rettig, Nicholas Salazar, and Halle and
Caroline West.
A strong and beautiful lady of both faith and will, Janice had the
most radiant face and beautiful smile. Never meeting a stranger, Janice used
her talents working and talking with people of Logan County initially as a
homemaker and mother, and later as an employee and friend at K-City, Raymonds
and The Mercantile in Logan. People were very important to Janice as she spent
countless hours talking on the phone, visiting and sitting with them in the
rocking chairs and swing on her porch, as well as at Stirrat Community Church,
and Switzer Church of God. She loved shopping, decorating and had a flair for
fashion. Family and friends always said: "If you like the decorations in
Janice's house, come back in about nine months and she
will have redecorated again".
Whether it be to go shopping, visiting
friends and family, attending church or when the ambulance was waiting to take
her to the Emergency Room, Janice never left home without earrings, lipstick
and a smile. After retiring, she took advantage of travel opportunities with
her daughters from the shores of Washington, to Phoenix and Scottsdale,
Arizona, and most recently from Florida to North Carolina. She especially liked
to explore the old country general stores in the mountains and coastal towns.
Her travels provided many opportunities for her passion for shopping and she
always conveyed to her daughters the importance of a well dressed woman.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31, following visitation
at 11 a.m. at Collins Funeral Home in Switzer by Pastors Harold McMillan Jr.
and Carl Wolford. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill. Honorary pallbearers will be Royal Blankenship, John D. Ellis, Daniel
Stansky, Omar Salazar, Danny Elkins Sr., and James Frederick West. Pallbearers will be Gerry "Happy" Blankenship, Patrick Cline, Steven Cline, Alex
Daniels, Johnny Blankenship, Brandon Chambers and Mark Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Omar, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Feb. 26 to
Feb. 27, 2015
Geraldine "Gerri" Blankenship Ellis, 72, of Omar, passed away Wed., Feb. 25,
2014. Born Dec. 30, 1942, in Gilbert, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Mack and Janice
Blankenship.
Gerri graduated from Gilbert High School. While attending nursing
school at Stevens' Clinic in Welch, W.Va., she met the love of her life, John
D. Ellis. Gerri married John D. in 1963 and became a proud U.S. Air Force wife.
Together they traveled all around the world making their home in Macon, Ga.,
Manila, Philippines, Altus, Oklahoma, Great Falls,
Montana before finally settling in Omar. Gerri and John D. enjoyed the love the
Lord had blessed them with 52 to years. Gerri was a wonderful mother to Jan.
She was a member of the Stirrat Methodist Church since 1978. After her daughter
Jan graduated from high school, she worked several years at the WVDHHR in Logan
and Boone Counties.
Survivors include her husband, John; daughter, Jan; son-in-law,
David "Red" Hanlon and grandchildren, Kelsey and Zachary Hanlon; sisters, Josephine
Stanskey and husband Daniel of West Palm Beach, Fla., Margie Salazar and husband Omar of Tacoma, Wash., Judy Elkins and husband Danny Sr. of Switzer, W.Va., and Kathy West and husband Fred of Raleigh, N.C. Gerri is also survived by
nephews: Henry Batten of Lake Norman, N.C., Danny Elkins Jr. of Raleigh, and
niece, Samantha Salazar of Tacoma.
Services will be held at noon Sat., Feb. 28, at Nighbert Memorial
United Methodist Church. Pallbearers are Rex Crane, Timmy Hooker, Jimmy Hooker,
Dewey Ray Conn, Brad Crites, Ricky Workman and Scott Caudill.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Omar, Logan
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Apr. 28 to
Apr. 29, 2015
John Davis Ellis, 79, of Omar, passed away peacefully Sun., April
26, 2015, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, [Kanawha Co.,] WV. Born Oct. 22, 1935, at Gilbert, he
was a son of the late Lloyd C. and Gladys B. Snodgrass Ellis.
He was a loving husband of 51 years to the late Geraldine Blankenship Ellis. Also preceding him in death were his
brothers: Robert, Donald, Ivan and Clayton Ellis.
John D. was a graduate of Gilbert High School and a veteran of the
U.S. Air Force with more than 20 years of service. After retiring from the
USAF, he was employed at Lynn Land Coal Company and Gilbert Imported Hardwoods.
John D. was a passionate man who enjoyed hunting, fishing and life itself.
Survivors include his daughter, Jan Hanlon and her husband, David,
of Chapmanville; granddaughter, Kelsey, and grandson, Zachary; sisters, Billie
Hatfield of Gilbert, W.Va.; Sue Helm of Hernando, Fla.; brother, Harry Ellis of
Gilbert, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services will begin at 11:30 a.m. Fri., May 1, at Collins Funeral
Home with his nephew, Calvin L. Ellis, officiating. John D. will be laid to
rest at 2 p.m. with Military Graveside Rites at the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial
State Veterans Cemetery in Dunbar, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Peach Creek, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Mar. 20 to
Mar. 21, 2015
Louise Ellen Carlson,
90, of Peach Creek, passed away Mon., March 16, 2015, at her residence. Born
Dec. 8, 1924, in West Hamlin, she was a daughter of the late Wilson and Esta Estep
Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Arthur Carlson, and two brothers:
Jack and Leo Blankenship.
Louise was an office supervisor at the Columbia Gas Logan office
for 29 years and a 60 year member of the Eastern Star Logan Chapter No. 60. She
was also a member of the Peach Creek United Methodist Church.
Those left to cherish her memory include one daughter, Linda
Armstrong (Walt) Cannon of Peach Creek; one step daughter, Judith (Mick)
Hundley of Elko, NV; one grandson, Darren Glenn (Laura) White of Logan; one
granddaughter, Tiffiany (Jeremy) Vance; two great-grandchildren: Bella and
Breana, and a host of other dear family and friends.
A memorial service will be conducted at 6 p.m. Tues., March 24, at
James Funeral Home with Rev. David Kinder officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Phico, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Mar. 25,
2015
Lucille Blankenship,
70, of Phico, W.Va., died March 24 at home.
Arrangements incomplete at Evans Funeral
Home and Cremation Services, Chapmanville, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Stollings, Logan Co.,
WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Jan. 2 to
Jan. 3, 2014
Jacquelyn "Jackie" Fortney, 83, of Stollings, passed away
Wed., Jan. 1, 2014. Born February 28, 1930, in Smithfield, N.C., she was a daughter
of the late G. D. and Anne Forlines.
Jackie spent a lot of her younger childhood years around family
members in southern Virginia. Her family moved to Lumberport while in high
school, she met her husband to be, Hugh G. Fortney. She graduated as Salutatorian
from Lumberport High School in 1948. She then went to West Virginia Business
College and graduated in 1949. She was a member of Xi Phi chapter of Beta Sigma
Phi Sorority. After graduating Business College, she was employed by Stathers
and Cantrall Law Firm. She married Hugh on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 1957.
Jackie was involved in Christian leadership roles in Lumberport
Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Logan, this
is what she is most known for in the Logan Area. She participated in church
related activities such as the Buffalo Creek Disaster Clean-Up, children's
Bible school, Sunday school teacher and was a staple of the church choir up
until she was no longer able to attend church. The church was an important part
of her life and she made it a family priority.
Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Mike (Tammy)
Fortney of Chapmanville and Scott (Kim) Fortney of Charles Town; one sister,
Anne (Wilmer) Hines of Wyoming; grandchildren,
Alexis Blankenship,
Madison Fortney, Atley Fortney and Lane Fortney and nephews, Craig and Drew
Hines.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Sat., Jan. 4, at First Baptist
Church of Logan in Logan with Pastor Tim Barnhouse officiating. The family will
have a private burial service at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Verdunville, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from July 5 to
July 6, 2014
Barbara Joe "Big B" Evans, 73, of Verdunville, passed
away Tues., July 1, 2014, at Cabell Huntington
Hospital. Born July 8, 1940 at Holden, she was a daughter of the late Dewey
Vance and Minnie Blankenship
Vance.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four
brothers: Don Vance, Harlan Vance, Tennis Vance and Willis Vance, and three
sisters: Zonie Vance, Imogene Vance, and Jimolee Workman.
Barbara attended Maryetta United Baptist Church at Verdunville.
Those left to love and cherish the memory of Barbara and to mourn
her passing include one son, James Joseph Bryant of Catawba, N.C.; one
daughter, Leslie Caroline Bryant of Verdunville, two grandsons: Shane
"Poke" Copley and Michael "Stiny" Nelson, and a host of
other dear family and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 7, at
Maryetta United Baptist Church at Verdunville with Rev. Lonnie Gore Jr.
officiating. Burial will follow at Vance Cemetery. Barbara will be carried to
rest by her family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Yolyn, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
The Logan Banner, (WV) Date: January 1, 2015
Henry Ralph Browning, 73, of Yolyn, went home to be with the Lord
Thurs., Jan. 1, 2015 at his home. Born Dec. 6, 1941, in Whitesville, W.Va., he
was a son of the late Henry and Emily Jones Browning of Mansfield, Ohio.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Brenda Browning, and his brother, Carl Browning.
Ralph was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and a retired coal miner who
loved the Lord and his family. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, storytelling,
and his '79 Lincoln.
Ralph was a loving father of Sue (Bob) Mullins, Sarah (Alby) Mills,
and Buffy (Jerry) Browning-Allmond, all of Yolyn; and his step-son, Jason (Ashley) Blankenship of Holden. He was the loving brother of Bob Browning, Linda
Nelson (Angel), Glenn (Becky) Browning, all of Mansfield, Ohio, Thelma Kay
Browning of Michigan, and Deloris Evans of Florida. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Ashley (Mike) Mullins
Ranson, Stephanie (Johnny) Childress, Braxton and Brooklyn 'Queen' Mills, Christian
Allmond, and Cole and Crew Blankenship;
great-grandchildren: Brantley Childress and Elijah, Dalton and Ryker Ranson;
his special longtime friend, Faye Browning, and his right hand man, James Hill.
A celebration of life will be conducted at noon Sun., Jan. 4, at
Yolyn Community Church with Albert Cline and Shane Browning officiating. Burial
will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Pecks Mill. Ralph will be carried to
rest by his family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mason
2015, Leon, Mason Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Point Pleasant Register from
Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2015
Ronald Claude Sayre, 65, of Leon, passed away Sunday, Jan. 11,
2015, at his home following a long illness.
He was a 1968 graduate of Point Pleasant High School and worked in
construction most of his life. Ronnie loved motorcycles and enjoyed spending
time outdoors. He loved going to his cabin in the mountains and trips to the
beach. Most of all, he loved his family, especially his wife, children and
grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Oscar Claude Sayre Jr.
Survivors include his loving wife of 37 years, Rita C. Sayre; his
mother, Betty Jane Craig; his sons,
Ronald Chad (Kellie) Sayre, of Vacaville, Calif., Shane (Trish) Blankenship, of Big
Chimney, W.Va., Christopher Ronald (Valerie) Sayre, of Looneyville, W.Va., and
Brian Joshua (Madeline Leslie) Sayre, of Leon; his sister, Connie Sue (James)
Warner, of Leon; his brother, Johnny Wayne (Cindy) Sayre, of Leon; his aunt,
Pat Frazier, of Destin, Fla.; his grandchildren,
Anthony Blankenship, Ellie Sayre, Mason Sayre and Madelyn
Sayre; nieces Amy Sue Warner-Rodgers and Brittaney Shae Webber; as well as
several cousins and extended family and friends.
Memorial service will be 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2015, at Raynes
Funeral Home in Buffalo with Pastor Larry Mobley officiating. Burial will
follow at the convenience of the family in Cross Creek Church Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Leon, Mason
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.crowhussellfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3293023&fh_id=13418
George Robert Blankenship Sr. age 81 of Leon passed away Saturday Morning August 29, 2015 at
his home with family by his side. George was born January 18, 1934 son to the
late Okey and Virginia (Camden) Blankenship.
Besides his parents George is preceded in death by his wife; Maxine Blankenship, grandchildren; Joya Wilson, Michelle Eagan, and Charles Hatfield
Jr., sisters; Betty, Rachel and Joann, brothers; Johnny, David, Rodger, Terrance, and Okey Jr.
George was a hard worker working at the Chevrolet garage, and
retiring as a truck driver the job he loved. He also loved telling stories of
his travels over the years.
Surviving are three daughters;
Toni Smith and Tina Myers
both of Point Pleasant, Lana (Bobby) Thomas of Leon, one son George (Rhonda) Blankenship Jr. two sisters;
Margaret of Gallipolis Ferry, and Martha of Florida, one brother,
Preston of Myrtle Beach, SC. Several
nieces and nephews, six grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and one
great-great-grandchild on the way. Special friends Bob
Moore and Lester Sea.
Services for George will be private at his request.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Point Pleasant, Mason Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Gallipolis Daily Tribune from
Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, 2015
Rachel Louise Blankenship Parsons, 83, of Point Pleasant, went home to be with the Lord on
Monday, Jan. 5, 2015, at Pleasant Valley Hospital. Born Aug. 27, 1931, in Point
Pleasant, she was the daughter of the late Okey P. Blankenship and Virginia
Ann Camden Blankenship.
She was a lifelong homemaker and a Christian. She was a loving and
caring wife, mother and grandmother, and will be missed greatly.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a precious
son, Larry Lewis Parsons; sisters Jo Ann Blankenship and
Betty Nitz; and brothers Okey
Blankenship Jr., John Blankenship, Roger Blankenship and David Blankenship.
She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Delmar Lewis
Parsons; sons Jeffrey Allen (Margaret) Parsons, of Victoria, Texas, and Randall
Lee (Sheila) Parsons, of Buffalo, W.Va.; grandchildren Candace (James) Lucas,
of South Carolinia, and Ross Parsons and Sarah Parsons, of Victoria;
great-grandchild Blake Lucas; brothers
George Blankenship, of Point Pleasant, Preston Blankenship, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Terrance Blankenship, of Gallipolis, Ohio; and sisters Margaret
(Harvey) Lewis, of Gallipolis Ferry, W.Va., and Martha
Meadows, of Orange Park, Fla.
Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, at the First
Church of the Nazarene, Point Pleasant with Pastor Doug Hendrixson and Pastor
Charles Marker officiating. Burial will follow in Suncrest Cemetery, Point
Pleasant.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Point Pleasant, Mason Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Point Pleasant Register from
Oct. 8 to Oct. 9, 2015
Darrell Cecil Gilpin, 67, of Point Pleasant, passed away Wednesday,
Oct. 7, 2015, at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born Oct.
25, 1947, in Wood County, W.Va., a son to the late Otho Gilpin and Alice Marie
Kinder Hill.
He was a welder in the boilermakers union. He served his country
honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Henderson
Church of Christ, and a lifelong member of Disabled American Veterans.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 29
years, Ada Campbell Gilpin; grandparents Sherman and Freda Kinder, who raised
him; two step children, Anna Campbell and Ronnie Campbell; and two brothers,
Wayne Hill and James Hill.
He is survived by his siblings
Janice Anderson, Veneta (Leland) Sarver, Leroy (Jennie) Kinder, Dale (Joyce)
Hill, Carolyn (Gene) Potts, Kathy Murphy, Cindy Burdette, Beverly (Jake) Blankenship and Brenda (Dan) Trigg. He will be greatly
missed by all.
A graveside service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015, at
Forest Hills Cemetery, with Minister Bill Deem officiating. Full military
graveside rites will be conducted by the West Virginia Army Honor Guard and
American Legion Post 23 of Point Pleasant. Burial will follow the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Marion
2014, Barrackville, Marion Co., WV, Obituary
Times West Virginian (Fairmont, WV) - May 14, 2014
Betty Lou Garlow, 76, of Barrackville, passed away Sunday (May 11,
2014) after an extended illness following an extended stay at Pierpont Center
in Fairmont. She was born in
Barrackville on Feb. 4, 1938, a daughter of the late Floyd R. and Helen V.
(Wolfe) Huff.
Betty Lou was retired from the Marion County Board of Education,
where she worked as a custodian. She was a 1956 graduate of Barrackville High
School. She had attended Fellowship Baptist Church and Jewel City Church. She
was a member of the Marion County Retired School Employees Association and the
CB Club of Fairmont. She was lovingly known as "Wildflower" in the CB
Club. She enjoyed camping at Big Bear Lake and participating in activities at
the Rachel Sport Club.
She is survived by two nieces, Linda Sears of Mississippi and Libby
Stamm, and a nephew, Shawn Huff of Mississippi; and several loving
great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Lee Blankenship; her second husband, Doyle C. Garlow; a sister, Peggy Ann Clifton;
and a brother, Robert R. Huff.
In keeping with the wishes of the deceased, her body will be
cremated, and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Fairmont, Marion
Co., WV, Obituary
Times West Virginian (Fairmont, WV) Date: June 9, 2015
Daniel Richard Slaughter, 70, of Fairmont, Mount Harmony Community,
passed away Sunday (June 7, 2015) at his home. He was born in Fairmont, on Nov.
30, 1944, a son of the late Harley Fred Slaughter Sr. and Josephine (Graves)
Slaughter.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, assigned to duty on
the USS Tallachatchie County (AVB-2), Italy. He had worked in Fairmont at the
Coca-Cola warehouse and later for Fairmont Supply and retired from Fairmont
Rubber Co. He enjoyed yard sales and going to flea markets.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Linda Moore
Slaughter. In addition to his wife, Daniel is survived by three daughters, Valeria Blankenship and her husband Jeffrey of Fairmont, Sherry Noel Wadsworth and her
husband Michael of Fairmont, and Heather Keener and her husband Shawn Sr. of
Fairmont; and five grandchildren, Michael Blankenship, Christopher Blankenship, Emily Slaughter, Georgia Wadsworth and Shawn Keener Jr. Daniel is
also survived by two brothers, Harley Slaughter Jr. of Fairmont and Jimmy Linn
Slaughter of Virginia.
The funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at
Carpenter & Ford Funeral Home, 209 Merchant St., Fairmont, with Pastor Rex
Musgrove officiating. Interment services will follow at West Virginia National
Cemetery at 2 p.m. with full military services conducted by the Marion County
Veterans Council Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
McDowell
+2014, Caretta, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: October 19, 2014
Evangelist James Hobert Blankenship, 92, of Caretta, WV, passed away Friday, Oct. 17, 2014 at
the VA Hospital, Beckley, [Raleigh Co.,] WV. Hobert was born Feb. 25, 1922 in
Jolo, WV, to the late James
Monroe and Rose Ella (Blankenship) Blankenship.
Hobert is survived by 2 daughters,
Flossie (and Jr.) Ennis of Meadow Bridge, WV and Fayetta (and Ken) Herndon of English, WV, one sister, Maxine Cantrell of Spotsvania, VA, three brothers, Douglas (and Ruth) Blankenship of Stafford, VA, Swanson (and Velda) Blankenship and Glen (and Hazel) Blankenship both of Jolo, WV. Hobert is also survived by a host of
grand, great-grand, great-great-grand children as well as many nieces and
nephews.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Sunday Oct.
19, 2014 (today) at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home, War, WV. The funeral
will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. directly following visitation with Evangelists
Bill Christian and J. P.
Blankenship officiating. Burial will follow at the
Perry Vance Cemetery, Paynesville, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014,
Davy, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - February 28, 2014
Hazel Straley Goodson, 97, of Davy passed away peacefully,
Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at the Greenbrier Manor in Fairlea, [Greenbrier
Co.], WV. Born at Brier
Creek, WV, on November 30, 1916, she was the daughter of the late W. Tilden and
Goldie Short Straley.
She was a graduate of Williamson High School and Concord College,
and a retired educator having taught thirty years in the Wyoming and McDowell
County School systems. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Davy
where she was actively involved in the music and Sunday School Department. She
loved singing in the choir as a way to praise her Lord, and enjoyed Bible
study, gardening, cooking and ways to serve others.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Thomas Paul Goodson, five sisters, four brothers, and son-in-law, Olen W. Blankenship.
Survivors include three daughters,
Paula Blankenship of Lewisburg, Sue Williams and husband,
Richard, of Kimball, Mary Kay Amey and husband, Geoffrey, of Winter Park, FL;
five grandchildren, Paul (JoLynn) Blankenship , Tonya
(Erich) Walls, Sarah (Jamie) Hoke, Nicholas (Amanda) Williams, and Jason Amey;
nine great-grandchildren, Zachary and Amber Blankenship ,
Trevor, Cameron and Maiya Walls, Hayden Hoke, Conner and Abigail Williams, and
Caysen Amey; several nieces and nephews, and blessed with several devoted
caregivers while she resided in Davy.
A service celebrating the life of Hazel Goodson will be Saturday at
1 p.m. at the Fanning Funeral Home Chapel in Welch, with Rev. Brian Long
officiating. Burial will be beside her husband at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in
Princeton. Pallbearers will be Paul Blankenship, Nicholas Williams, Jason Amey, Jamie
Hoke, Erich Walls, and Jerry Goodson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Gary, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - February 23, 2014
Shirley "Paulette" Lawson, age 66, of Gary, WV, passed
away on February 23, 2014 after a long illness. She was born March 19, 1947 in
Havaco, WV.
She was preceded in death by her parents. Lonnie
and Rita Justice Lester, and brother, Jerry Lester.
She is survived by Allen Lawson of Gary, her husband of 50 years,
daughter, Paula Williams of Greenville, SC, son Nathan Lawson of Welch, WV,
grandson Adam Cox of Clemson, SC, sister Rita Anderson of Beckley, WV, niece
Sherry Conte of Beckley, WV, nephew Mark Lester of Creston, NC, and great
nieces/nephews Amanda, Aaron, Justin and special great-great niece Kalei. Also, 2 special cousins
who aided her in illness, Annetta Blankenship and Christine Craft.
She was employed by McDowell Continuous Care Center for several
years. She was owner/operator of "Paulette's" in Gary, WV and a life
long salesperson and friend.
Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday, February 26, 2014
at 2:15 P.M. at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell, WV, Pallbearers
will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Hensley, McDowell Co.,
WV, KY Traffic Fatality
Gilbert Times (WV) - January 12, 2014
Double traffic fatality occurs at Mouthcard
Kentucky State Police are investigating a traffic fatality that
occurred Thursday at Mouthcard. At around 3:50 p.m. KSP Post 9 in Pikeville
received a call reporting a two-vehicle accident involving a commercial vehicle
on Ky. Rt. 1499 in the Mouthcard community of Pike County. KSP Troopers and
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement officers both responded to the scene.
Information obtained at the scene indicates that Crystal Reynolds, 31, of
Phyllis, Ky. was traveling north on Ky. Rt. 1499 when her vehicle crossed the
center line, striking an unloaded tractor-trailer coal truck owned by B.E.L.
Transport Inc. Reynolds and her passenger, Tony Blankenship,
32, of Hensley, W.Va., were both pronounced dead at the scene by Pike County
Coroner Russell Roberts. Traffic was blocked in both lanes following the fatal
wreck. Seatbelts were not in use at the time of the accident. The accident
remains under investigation by KSP Trooper Bryan Layne.
Kyle Lovern klovern@civitasmedia.com
MOUTHCARD, Ky.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Iaeger, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
http://nicholsonfunerals.com/obituaries/2013/01/20/christine-powell/
Mrs. Christine Hicks Powell, 75, of Iaeger, WV, died Sunday,
January 20, 2013, at the home of her daughter and caregiver, Bonnie Hagerman,
in Statesville, [Iredell
Co.,] North Carolina.
She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, William Cody Powell,
also of the home.
Christine was born on May 7, 1937, in Caretta, West Virginia. She was the daughter of Arthur and Elsie
Hicks. Mrs. Powell was a devoted wife and mother. She was an author and illustrator of
children’s books and several anthologies of poetry. She was a member of the First Baptist Church
of Iaeger, where she taught Sunday School and was
active in the Ladies Fellowship.
In addition to her husband, survivors include daughters Debra
Roberts ( the late Roger Roberts) of Troutman, NC; Bonnie Hagerman of
Statesville, NC; Melissa Robinette (Roger) of Catawba, NC; Patricia Rowe
(Jimmy) of Cleveland, NC; son, Mark Powell (Carrie) of Statesville, NC;
fourteen grandchildren, and twenty great-grand children; sisters, Mrs. Kay Osborne, of Iaeger, WV; Mrs. Dodie Stocks,
Virginia Beach, VA; Freda Blankenship,
Chicago, IL; brothers Mr. Ernest Hicks, of Iaeger, WV; Mr. Carl Hicks of
Asheboro, NC; and a special friend, Linda Sexton.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Powell is preceded in death by her
two grandsons, Mark Daniel Hagerman and John David Roberts; her brothers Danny
Hicks and Walter Hicks; her sisters, Katherine Kennedy, Sylvia Flanagan and
Joanne Auvil.
A service for Mrs. Powell will be conducted at 5:00 PM Tuesday,
January 22, 2013, at Morning Star Baptist Church (178 Young Mountain Road,
Cleveland, NC). Officiating will be
Jimmy Rowe. Burial services will be held on Wednesday, January 23, at 1:00pm at
the Powell Cemetery (Coon Branch Mountain) in Iaeger, WV. A Celebration of Life
Service will follow at Mile Branch Community Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Iaeger, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: December 3, 2014
Raymond Gaminde, 78, of Iaeger, WV was reunited with his loving
wife "Nee" in their heavenly home on Monday, December 1, 2014. Born
on April 4, 1936 in Bartley, WV he was the youngest son of Pedro and Felicita
Gaminde.
Raymond was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force having served his
country for eight years while specializing as a jet engine mechanic. After the
USAF, he returned home where he worked twenty years for Southern CATV before
retiring.
In addition to his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by his
wife of fifty three years, Juanita "Nee" Gaminde and four brothers.
Survivors include one son, Raymond Allen Gaminde and his wife
Sherry of Fairmont, WV; two daughters, Susan Payne and husband Hobert of
Baltimore, OH and Mary Lester and husband Jon of Tazewell, VA; nine
grandchildren, Chastity Crouch, Amy Lee, Sydnei Tatum, Chelsea Payne, Alexis
Payne, Carmen Lester, Jared Gaminde, Brad Lester, and Zachary Payne; five
great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Crouch, Logan Lee, London Crouch, Peyton Lee, and
Boston Crouch; one brother, Richard Gaminde and wife Vareda of Abingdon, VA;
two sisters, Felicia Blankenship and husband
Jess of Glasgow, VA and Mary Lou Gaminde of
Roanoke, VA; and many nieces and nephews.
Military graveside services will be conducted at 3:00 PM, Thursday,
December 4, 2014 at the Oakvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Jared
Gaminde, Brad Lester, Zachary Payne and Brett Tatum; nephew, Billy Kiser; and
family friend, Zach Bryan.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jessie J. Blankenship- b.26Mar1932 - Glasgow, VA; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2S98-Z5Y
Relatives: Deborah Blankenship, Felicia G.
Blankenship, Jesse Blankenship, Jessie Jennings Blankenship, Jessie J.
Blankenship, Nickie Blankenship.
2015, Jolo, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 2, 2015
Robert "Louie" Wimmer, 76 of Jolo, WV, was called to
Heaven after a brief illness, Friday, October 30, 2015, at the Pikeville Medical Center, [Pike
Co., KY] surrounded by his
family and friends. Louie was born December 3, 1938 at Pilgrims Knob, VA, the
son of the late Homer Wimmer and Edna Mitchell Wimmer Grubham. He was a beloved
husband, devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle,
cousin and friend.
Louie earned his BS Degree in 1962 from Bluefield State College,
with majors in Social Studies, Biology and Math. He retired from the McDowell
County Board of Education where he began his career as a Science Teacher. He
taught at the Bradshaw Jr. High School for 7 years and was later the Principal
at Bradshaw Jr. High for 22 years. He earned 65 hours toward his Doctorate
Degree with credits from WVU, UVA and Marshall. He devoted his entire adult
life to teaching, mentoring and encouraging the youth of McDowell County.
He attended the Bradshaw Church of God, was a former member of the
Bradshaw Lions Club, and was President of the Hillbilly Hunting Club. Louie was
an avid hunter and fisherman and also enjoyed coin and clock/watch collecting.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his
stepfather, Harold Grubham, son-in-law,
Clifford Blankenship,
brother-in-law, Ira Joe Roberts, and father and mother-in-law, Otis and Willie
Rowe Kennedy.
Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Shirley L. Kennedy
Wimmer; his children and their spouses, Robert Bruce and Loretta Wimmer of
Kernersvile, NC, and Cheryl Carlene and Gregg Clinton of Aurora, IL, three
grandchildren, Jonathan James Clinton, Robert Bret Wimmer and Hannah Elizabeth
Clinton; sister, Sandra "Pat" Roberts of Montgomery, AL; half
sisters, Donna Wimmer and Drema Christian; special brother and sister-in-law,
Benny and Shelby Lundy; numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, November 3, 2015, at 1
o'clock with Reverend Bobby Carter, Pastor Brian Patterson, Reverend Dennis
Wimmer and Reverend Hobert Kennedy officiating at the Bradshaw Church of God in
Bradshaw, WV. Burial will follow in the Rowe Cemetery at Oozley near Bradshaw,
WV. Serving as pallbearers will be Donald
Rife, Johnny Blankenship, Merle Puckett, James Wimmer, Jeff
Easterling, Leslie "Junior" Osborne, Jim
Taylor Thompson, and Bradley
Blankenship. Honorary
pallbearers will be Benny Lundy, Freddie Anglin, Matthew and Robert Mullins,
Logan Kennedy, Preston Easterling, Eduardo Chavez, Kenneth and Grant Wade, and
Thomas Wimmer.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Litwar, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: December 6, 2014
Clarence Robinette Jr., 66, of Litwar near Iaeger, WV, went to be
with the Lord Wednesday, December 4, 2014, at Select Specialty Hospital
affiliated with St. Francis in Charleston,
[Kanawha Co.],
WV. Clarence was born July 3, 1948 in Iaeger, WV a son of Alice Vivian
Helmendollar Robinette and the Late Clarence Robinette Sr.
Clarence was a member of the Morning Star Regular Baptist Church in
Long Pole, WV, for 34 years where he served as a deacon and church treasurer.
He was a retired coal miner and proud member of the UMWA.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 43 years,
Linda Robinette of the home; 3 children,
Lynne long and husband Jimmy of North Royalton, OH, Keith Robinette and wife
Michelle of Elkins, WV and Santana
Blankenship and husband Terry of
Panther, WV; his mother, Vivian Robinette of Litwar, WV; 1 sister, Mable
Birchfield and husband Armour of Litwar, WV; 1 brother, Woodrow Robinette and
wife Crystal of Kegley, WV; 6 grandchildren, Matthew, Christopher, Selena,
Connor, Courtney and Allison; and a host of family and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, December 8, 2014 at 11
a.m. with Elder Gene Green, Elder Roger Walker, Elder Edward Cline, Brother
Hersie Belcher and Brother Harless Collins officiating at the Morning Star
Regular Baptist Church in Long Pole near Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the
Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be Matthew
Robinette, Christopher Robinette, Armour Birchfield Jr., Eric Hamilton, Mark
Cline, Kevin Cline, Denny Lester, Ricky McKee Lester.
Honorary pallbearers will be Connor Robinette and Chase Cline.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Roderfield, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.seaverfuneralservice.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1553679
Robert Charles Blankenship, 73, of Roderfield, WV died Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Princeton Community Hospital, Mercer
Co., WV. Born September 8, 1941 in Bull Creek, WV he was the son of the late William Ransom Blankenship,
Sr. and Velda O. Peters Hall.
He was a retired construction worker and carpenter. Robert was a
member of the Roderfield Community Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Lisa Marie Blankenship; one brother,
Marvin E. Blankenship; and step father, Charles “C. B.” Hall.
Survivors include two daughters,
Melissa Blankenship Copley of Delbarton, WV and Candi Blankenship Lester and husband
Anthony of Iaeger; two grandsons, Scott Hall and Christian Brown; two
granddaughters; three brothers, William R. “Bill” Blankenship, Jr. and wife Denise of Hartfield, VA, Herbert T. Blankenship and wife Pam of Sneedville, TN, and Thomas
D. Peters of Rogersville, TN; and four sisters,
Donna S. Jones and husband Ronald of Delta, PA, Charlene J. Kirk and husband David of Princeton, Cathy Green of Atlanta, GA and Karen Thislewood of
Cincinnati, OH; two aunts, Lorene
Hagy and June Green; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and
friends.
In keeping with Robert’s wishes his body has been cremated and a
memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Squire, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: November 7, 2014
Cathy Marie Sparks, age 61, of Squire, WV died Wednesday, November
5, 2014 at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem,
[Forsyth Co.],
NC. She was born August 27, 1953 at Squire, WV and was a daughter of the late
Frank C. and Vera Smith Fowler.
She was a member of the 1971 graduating class of Big Creek High
School. Cathy loved life and was very active in her community; she volunteered
at the House of Hope Food Bank, was a Football Booster, was a member of the
PTO, and she belonged to the Ellison Rebekah Lodge #90 in Squire, WV. Cathy had
a passion for playing BINGO. She was of the Christian faith and attended the
Salvation Praise Center in the Riverjack section of North Tazewell, VA.
Those left to cherish her memories include her husband of
forty-three years, Robert L. Sparks; three daughters, Leslie Marie Cheatham and
husband, Rodney of Appomattox, VA, Beverly Anne Sparks and husband, Anthony of
Squire, WV and Angela Christine Sparks of the home; two sisters, Joyce Shumate and husband, Richard and Jenny Blankenship and husband,
David both of Bluefield, VA; two brothers,
Charles Fowler and wife, Betty of Squire, WV and Roger Fowler of Bluewell, WV;
five grandchildren, Robin and Ashlee Evans, James Robert "Jim-Bob"
Sparks, Eric Cheatham and Haleigh Sparks; several nieces, nephews, other family
members and friends also survive.
Funeral services for Cathy Marie Sparks will be conducted at 2:00
p.m. Saturday, November 8, 2014 at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel in
Tazewell, VA with the Rev. Wade Quesenberry and the Rev. George Masterson
officiating. The members of Rebekah Lodge District #29 will conduct the Rebekah
service. Burial will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, VA.
Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
David E. Blankenship – b.??Jul1952
- Bluefield, VA; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4F-TWG
Relatives: Shelba J. Blankenship, Virginia
F. Blankenship.
+2015, Squire, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: September 12, 2015
Connie Sue Stevenson Branch, age 66 of Squire, WV died Thursday,
September 10, 2015 at Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital in Tazewell, [Tazewell Co.,] VA. She was born June 11, 1949 at
Canebrake, WV and was a daughter of the late Clayton and Geneva Blankenship Stevenson.
Connie was a 1967 graduate of Big Creek High School and attended
Little French Beauty Academy in Bluefield, WV, where she received recognition
as the best hairdresser in her class. She began her 46 year career in Tazewell
County, VA but spent the majority of her career in McDowell County, WV, where
she was owner of Connie's Beauty Shop in Squire, WV. Connie was a past member
of Canebrake Freewill Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School and a member of the Rebbekah Lodge of Squire, WV.
Connie loved Gospel singing and cooking out.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Joe and Mary Blankenship and
paternal grandparents, Arthur and Kizzie Stevenson, and step-daughter Becky
Branch.
Those who survive to cherish her memory include her husband, Eddie
Branch of the home; one son, Lt. Col. Joseph Laws of Beale AFB, CA; one
step-son, Eddie Branch of Bluefield, WV; two grandchildren, Madeline Elizabeth
Laws and Matthew Jake Laws both of CA; three sisters, Sheila Altizer and
husband, Vernon of Bluefield, VA, Donna Hay and husband, Tom of Claypool Hill,
VA and Bridget Billips of Mocksville, NC and a host of other family members and
friends also survive.
Funeral services for Connie Branch will be conducted at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 13, 2015 at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel in Tazewell,
VA with Pastor Brandon Hay officiating. Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m.
Monday, September 14 at Hartwell Cemetery, Hartwell, WV. Pallbearers will be
Doug Addison, Canaan Addison, Josh Boyd, Eric Crawford and Clayton Somosky.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Welch, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: September 5, 2015
Goldie Marie Lambert, 89, of Welch went to be with the Lord on
Thursday, September 3, 2015 in Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, [Raleigh Co., WV]. Born August, 16, 1926 in Indian Creek
she was the daughter of the late Ned Sizemore and Eveline Mullins Sizemore.
She was a member of the North Welch Church of God, and loved
singing and playing her guitar at local churches. She was a loving mother,
grandmother and friend, and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, Everett Lambert; five brothers, Edsel, Lawrence, Bill, Charlie and
Abraham Sizemore; and two sisters, Bethel Blankenship and Elsie Beeman.
Left to cherish her memory are a son, Jim Lambert and wife Kaye of
Brenton; a daughter, Wanda Smith and husband Brian of MacArthur; 8
grandchildren, Ronald Sorah and wife Shana of Welch, Ashley Stewart and husband
Derrick of Oceana, Samuel Lambert of Brenton, Brian Smith II of Beckley, Cana
Tennant and husband Lee of Clover, SC, Amanda Hunt of Pineville, Crystal Smith
of Brenton, and Donna Kay Domenick and husband Christopher of Pineville; and 15
great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 8 at 12 p.m. in the
North Welch First Church of God with the Revs. Virginia Russ
and David Hinton officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial
Park, Bluewell. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mercer
2015, Athens, Mercer Co., WV, Death
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - September 29, 2015
Glen M. Blankenship, 88 [December 24, 1926], of Athens, formerly of Corinne, passed
away Monday, Sept. 28, 2015.
Arrangements are incomplete at Williams-Blue Ridge Funeral Home,
Sophia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Athens, Mercer Co.,
WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 1, 2015
Glen Marvin "Red" Blankenship, 88, of Athens, formerly of Corinne
Bottom, passed away Monday, September 28, 2015. Born December 24, 1926, he was
the son of the late Rev. Lonnie
Blankenship and Gladys McKinney
Blankenship.
Red worked as an Engineer on the Norfolk Southern, Norfolk Western
Railroad and Virginian Railroad. After his retirement he enjoyed flea marketing
and trading guns, spreading God's Word. He served in the Army Air Corp, at
Shepard's Air Force Base in Texas, Scotts Field Illinois, Boringin Field, New
Orleans, Louisiana and Corabin Defense Command in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He
served as a color guard for Dwight D. Eisenhower while in Puerto Rico.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Gay Wade Blankenship and three infant children.
Those left to cherish his memory include children, Joe
Blankenship and wife Jennifer
of Athens, and Deborah David Baxter and husband of Athens; sister, Mark Polk; brother, Leslie Lonnie,
grandchildren, David Joseph
Cantrell, Sgt. Samuel Cantrell, William Joseph Blankenship, John Paul
Blankenship and Sara Leigh Blankenship; step grandchildren, Megan Green, Tyler
Gruskievich, and Jacob Gruskievich; great grandchild, Kathleen AnnMarie
Cantrell; and a host of nieces, nephews and beloved friends.
Services will be held Friday, October 2 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of
Williams-Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Sophia, with Rev. Hugh McKinney, Rev. Junior
Dotson and Rev. Charlie Drake officiating. Entombment will follow at Blue Ridge
Memorial Gardens, military honors will be given by the
Wyoming County Veterans Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bluefield, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 2, 2014
Martha Kadana Blankenship, 75, of Bland St., Bluefield, WV, formerly of Nemours, WV passed
away Sunday, February 23, 2014 at The Maples Nursing and Rehab in Bluefield,
WV. Martha was born on January 11, 1938 in Nemours, WV to the late Bob Lee
Wright and Frances Virginia Smith Wright.
She had been a resident of Bluefield for the past 20 years and had
been a resident of Nemours for 55 years before moving to Bluefield. She was of
the Protestant faith.
In addition to her parent she was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Eugene Blankenship, one son Timothy Lee Wright; four brothers George Lee Wright,
Jackie Wright, Morris Crockett Wright Sr. and Billy Gene Wright; two sisters
Lucille Wright and Lena Mae Wright.
Survivors Include: One Sister: Patricia Mitchem and husband Douglas
Sr. of Bluefield, VA. Two Brothers: James P. Wright and wife Adel of Rock, WV,
Bobby Junior Wright of Grundy, VA. Favorite Nephew: Douglas Mitchem Jr. of
Bluefield, VA. Favorite Niece: Missy Holleman of Bluefield, VA.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 03, 2014 at 11:00
a.m. at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluefield (Bluewell), WV where Pastor
Craig Hammond will officiate the service. Burial will
follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, VA where Robert Holleman,
Douglas Mitchem Jr., Morris Crockett Wright Jr., George Wright Sr., George
Wright Jr. and Michael Stevenson will serve as pallbearers. Ray Burguss will
serve as honorary pallbearer.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 12, 2014
Charles David "Dale" Stamper, 70, of Bluefield, W.Va.,
died Wednesday March 12, 2014 at Westwood Center in Bluefield, Va. Born June 2,
1943 in Beckley, W.Va., he was a son of the late,
Durphy Mack Stamper and Frances Powers Stamper.
Mr. Stamper was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and was a member of
the Methodist and Baptist faith. He worked as a manager for Bluefield Country
Club, Holiday Inn in Bluefield, and the Princeton Elks Club. He enjoyed fishing
and loved his little Yorkie, Mollie.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three
brothers, Billy Mack Stamper, Vernie McCoy Stamper, and Earl Ray Stamper; and
one sister, Frances Virginia "Shirley"
Blankenship.
Survivors include his wife, Sue Stamper of the home; daughter,
Kristen Stanton of Princeton, W.Va.; step-children, Gary Stephen Beasley and
wife, Sandrina of Kuwait, and Cheri Beasley English of Tampa, Fla.; brother,
Jack Stamper and wife, Cookie of Richmond, Va.; grandchildren, Santana and
Sydnee Stanton, and Aiden Lucas, all of Princeton, W.Va.; step-grandchildren,
Gary Beasley II of Pittsfield, Mass., and Julia and Lindsey English of Tampa;
two sisters-in-law, Shirley Stamper of Bluefield, W.Va. and Jean Stamper of
Roanoke, Va.; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday March 14, 2014 at 2:00
p.m. from the Mercer Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Robert Boozer officiating.
Burial will follow at Monte Vista Park Cemetery in Green Valley where family
members and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 15, 2014
Phyllis Mae Miller, age 76, of Skating Rink Hollow, Bluefield, WV,
passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at her daughter's home in Abingdon, [Washington Co.,] VA. Born on
May 4, 1937 in Crystal, she was a daughter of the late Hobert and Ivory Blankenship Riggs. She was a member of the Montcalm Church
of God and lived in Coaldale most of her life.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son,
Kenneth Miller, Jr.; a daughter, Pamela Knight; a sister, Ruth Duvall;
brothers, Johnny and Ronald Riggs; and a son in law, Dale Goodson.
Survivors include: 2 sons: Timothy Miller and wife Janet of
Bluefield, Jeffery Miller of Elkhart, IN; 2 daughters: Rebecca Goodson of
Middleburg, IN, Sherry Miller of Meadowview, VA; 11 grandchildren and 5 step grandchildren;
8 great grandchildren and 10 step-great grandchildren. Brothers: Benny Riggs
and Karen of Bluefield, James Riggs and Ersline of Bears, DE, Samuel Riggs and
Elmo of New Castel, DE, Vincent Riggs and Betty of Michigan, Roger Riggs of VA,
Daniel Riggs and Connie of IL. Sisters: Zola Gail Johnson and Nathaniel of
Michigan, Wanda Muncy and Lee of Michigan. Sister in law: Patty Riggs of
Bluefield.
Funeral services will be conducted on Sunday, March 16, 2014 at
2:00 PM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with Rev. Omar Burns and
Rev. David Kirby officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 24, 2014
John "Buck" Wayne Worley Sr., age 50, of Beach St.
Bluefield, WV, passed away Monday, March 17, 2014 at 12:58 p.m. at Princeton Community Hospital in the
company of his daughter Stephanie Worley. John was the first born son of Connie
Carlene Kidd Worley and Vadis Shelton "Shorty" Worley on September
27, 1963 in Bluefield, WV.
John worked many jobs in his life but the most memorable was as the
florist and delivery man for Stepp Floral in Bluefield. John had many hobbies, his favorite was shooting and building black powder
rifles. He also enjoyed helping many of his elderly friends in any way he could
from yard work to a ride to the store. John has touched many lives in his short
life, none more so than the life of his step-son, Preston.
John was preceded in death by his parents.
Left to cherish his memory are his two daughters, Stephanie Worley of Lerona, WV, and Tabitha Blankenship of Bluefield, WV; one son, John
"JJ" Worley of Bluefield, WV; six grandchildren, Zackary Worley, Kaileai Mitchem, Dallas Blankenship , Austin Blankenship
, Kaydance Blankenship and Ezekiel Farmer; three brothers, Robert
"Bobby" Worley, Carl Worley, Shawn Worley; and one sister, Tina Boyd.
John is also survived by a long list of nieces, nephews and cousins. John will
be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Family, friends and loved
ones are welcome to come celebrate his life and say their goodbyes at the
funeral home on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: June 13, 2014
Ernest "Speedy” Blankenship, 76, of 1119 Old Bramwell Rd., Bluefield was welcomed by Jesus to
his new home on June 12, 2014. Born in Grundy, VA, July 29,
1937. He was the son of the
late Nina Blankenship -Moore of Falls Mills and Clellie Blankenship of Pike, KY.
He has been a resident of Bluefield for 60 years and was employed
with the West Virginia Water Company for 29 years where he was known as
"Speedy". After retirement he enjoyed working on lawn mowers and
doing small engine repair. When he took time to relax his favorite things to do
were watch John Wayne movies and sit on his front porch with his many friends
and reminisce.
He is preceded in death by his two sons David Lee and Michael Dwayne Blankenship.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife Brenda C. Blankenship, three daughters Katherine Vaughn and her better half Robbie Perry of Scottsville, VA, Darlene Gilley and Melissa
Blankenship of Bluefield, VA.
Four grandsons, Chris Gillenwater
and his wife Brittany of Athens, WV, Mark Gillenwater of Bluefield, VA, Christopher Blankenship of Guthrie, OK, and Tyler Blankenship of Herkermer, NY. Great
grandchildren Emma and Ethan Gillenwater.
A celebration of his life will be Saturday, June 14, 2014 at 6:00
PM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell with the Rev. David
Bailey officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 18, 2014
Ella Mae Bogle, 77 of Oakhurst Avenue, Bluefield peacefully passed
away on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at the HPH Marliere Hospice Center in New Port Richey, [Pasco
Co.], FL. Born on Nov. 12
1936, in Tazewell, VA, she was the daughter of the
late William Horne and Helen Fouse Horne.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband William Earnest Bogle, one son, Willis Wayne Short; one grandson,
Dennis Lee Neal; one brother Henry Horne, and three sisters, Imogene King, Bertha
Honaker and Marie Thornton.
Surviving are her children Roger Wilbrant and wife Kim of FL,
Jennie Neal and husband Dennis, Sandra Ross and husband Ike of Mockville, NC,
Jacqueline Atkins of Lexington, Tammy Fralick and husband Jerry, Charles Short
and wife Victoria, Julie Byrd and husband Tony, and John Short all of
Bluefield, WV, two brothers Michael Horne and Tommy Horne, two sisters Carolyn Thornton and Mandy Blankenship. Also surviving are her grandkids, Richard
Lawson, Felicia Nave, Melissa Carnett, Daryl Baker, Jr., Jonathon Short, Andrew
Wilbrant, Christopher Short, Amber Short, Richard Neal, Jason Neal, Chris
Short; 12 great grandkids and 2 great-great grand kids.
Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at
11:00 AM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell with Pastor
Douglas McDaniel, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Grandview Memory
Gardens in Bluefield, VA with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: December 3, 2014
June Iris Bailey Walker, 93, of Bluefield, WV, died Sunday November
30, 2014 at The Maples Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bluefield. Born
August 11, 1921 in Keystone, WV, she was the daughter of the late Charles N.
Holt and Mary Rorrer Holt.
She was a lifelong resident of Bluefield and was a member of Grace
United Methodist Church. Mrs. Walker worked at GTE for over forty years before
her retirement. She enjoyed sewing, crafts and needlepoint. She was a member of
the Women of the Moose, Women of the Eagles and the Order of Eastern Star.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first
husband, Roy E. Bailey; her second husband, Joseph Walker; and one brother,
Jack R. Holt.
Survivors include two children, Randall E. Bailey and wife Jan of
Bluefield, WV and Ellis H. Bailey and wife Susan of Randolph, NJ; three grandchildren, Joshua Bailey of
Bluefield, Erica Blankenship and husband
Cailan of Bluewell, WV, and Kristen Bailey of New
York, NY; one step-granddaughter, Leslie Baker and husband Brad of Mooresville,
NC; three great-grandchildren,
Jayden Bailey, Landry
Blankenship and Cambree Blankenship ; one great-grandchild on the way; and two
step-great-grandchildren, Brett and Brice Baker.
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday December 4, 2014 at
2:00 p.m. from the Mercer Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Doug McDaniel
officiating. Burial will follow at Monte Vista Park Cemetery in Bluefield where
family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: December 5, 2014
Earnest Dean Bailey, 71, of Bluefield, WV formerly of Panther, WV,
went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at his residence. Dean
was born September 24, 1943 in Panther, WV a son of the late Harry A. Bailey
and Hazel Roberts Bailey.
Dean was a member of the Horse Creek Church of the Living God. Dean
retired from McDowell County Board of Education. He served as a Principal at
Davy and Panther Elementary Schools as well as a teacher at Iaeger High School,
Big Creek High School, Mt. View High School, Bartley Middle School and
Pocahontas High School. He was a graduate of Bluefield State College, where he
obtained a Bachelor's Degree. He received his Master Degrees from West Virginia
University.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one
daughter, Belinda Gail Bailey and one brother, Harley Bailey.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 47 years,
Barbara Jo Walker Bailey of the home; one son, Earnest Dean Bailey Jr.
"JR" of Charlotte, NC; one daughter, Shellie Lynn Bailey and husband
Charlie Pinnix of Cornelius, NC; one step grandson, Brandon Pinnix of
Cornelius, NC; one sister, Glennis Blankenship of Welch, WV.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, December 7, 2014 at 11
a.m. with the Reverend Jonathan Hunt officiating at the Chapel of Fanning
Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens
in Princeton, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: February 2, 2015
Reba Diana Lambert, 56, of Bluefield, WV, formerly of Long Pole
near Iaeger, WV, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2015. Diana was born August
25, 1958, in Iaeger, WV, a daughter of the late Luther Collins Sr. and Betty Jean Blankenship Collins.
She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her
grandchildren.
Diana was preceded in death by her parents, Luther and Betty
Collins.
Survivors include her husband of 37 years, Jackie Lambert of the
home; one daughter, Heather Honosky and husband Danny of Sandy Huff; two
grandchildren, Hannah and Addison Honosky both of Sandy Huff; two brothers,
Luther Collins Jr. and wife Thereasa of Tazewell, VA, and Terry Collins and
wife Patty of Hanover, WV; special aunts and uncle, Naomi Collins of Speedway,
IN, and Beverly Collins and husband Harless of Bluefield, WV; special dear friends, Linda Robinette
of Iaeger, WV, Rachel Justus of Panther, WV, Sandy Lester of Bozoo, WV, Millie
Honosky and Rita Blankenship both of Iaeger, WV, and Kim Hagerman of
Jolo, WV.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, February 3, 2014, at 11
o'clock with the Reverend Don Morgan and the Reverend Ralph Steele officiating
at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in
Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be family
and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: April 16, 2015
Nellie Onetha Mawalls, 86, of Groveland Drive Bluefield, West
Virginia passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in
Roanoke, Virginia. Nellie was born
March 31, 1929 in Coalwood, West Virginia to the late Myrtle Phillips.
She had been a resident of Bluefield for the past 40 years and was
of the Baptist faith, she was a homemaker.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by his husband
Emmett Howard Mawalls and one daughter Sharon Trump.
Survivors Include: Three sons: David Mawalls of Bluefield, West
Virginia, Randy Carroll and wife Jackie of Bluefield, West Virginia, Ricky
Carroll and wife Cheryl of Cleveland, Ohio; Three Daughters: Reba Richardson
and husband Jerry of Bellview, Florida, Debbie Carrol and husband Isiah of
Florida, Karen Burton of Birmingham, Alabama; Three Sisters: Lexie Rose and husband Tom of Cleveland, Ohio, Marie
Parnell and husband Freddie of Falls Mills, Virginia, Alice Blankenship of Abingdon, Virginia; 27 grandchildren,
36 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at 11:00
a.m. at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluefield (Bluewell), WV with the Rev.
Danny Scott officiating the service. Burial will
follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton, West Virginia where family
and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bluefield, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: June 9, 2015
William Douglas "Doug" Blankenship, 54, of Bluefield, WV died Friday, June 5,
2015, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, [Kanawha Co., WV].
Born in Bluefield, WV, April 6, 1961, he was the son of the late Thadas Quay and Nancy
Belle Boyd Blankenship.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Barbara Bird
Clowers; one brother, Gary Blankenship and his grandmother who raised him, Nanny
Stewart.
Survivors include two sons,
William K. "Kevin"
Blankenship and his wife
Elizabeth and Justin W. Blankenship and his
wife Angel all of Bluefield; one adopted daughter, Angela D. Lambert of
Princeton; five grandchildren, Aaron, Kaylee, Hunter, Seth and Ethan; five sisters, Pearl Akers,
Linda Tupper and Wanda
Saunders all of Princeton and Carla Boyd and Shirley Harless
both of Bluefield, WV; four brothers,
Michael Boyd of Falls Mills, VA, Dennis Blankenship
of Bluefield, WV, Richard
Blankenship of North Tazewell,
VA and Steve Blankenship of
Oakvale, WV; special friends, Bobby Perdue and family and Johnny Ray Finley.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Doug will be conducted
2:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at the George W. Seaver Chapel of Seaver
Funeral Home in Princeton with Minister Carlotta Cox officiating. Burial will
follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Pallbearers will be Bobby Perdue, Kevin Blankenship, Toney Copley, Randy Church, Johnny Ray Finley and Justin Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 28, 2015
Helen Clifton Blankenship, 98 of Bluefield, WV, a devoted Christian Prayer Warrior who lived
her life accordingly, peacefully went to join her Heavenly Father on Thursday,
September 24, 2015, at her residence. Born in McDowell County October 9, 1916
she was the daughter of the late Thomas B. and Lexie Clifton Reed.
Helen was a faithful member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Princeton
where she played the organ for 45 years and taught Sunday School
as long as her health permitted.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Eugene Blankenship; two brothers, Thomas B. "T. B." Reed, Jr. and Jim Reed;
two sisters, Dorothy Ashworth and Betty Foy and her son-in-law she loved as a
son, John Chmara, former football coach at Bluefield High School.
Survivors include her loving and devoted daughter, Mary Chmara of Bluefield, with whom she made
her home for the past eight years; one grandson, John T. Chmara, ll and his
wife Kirstan of Bluefield; one brother, Grant Reed of Clearwater, FL.; faithful
caregivers, Reca Dillow, whom she loved as a daughter, Tess Workman and Ariel
Warburton and close friend, Beverly Reed.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Helen will be conducted
at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 29, 2015, at the church she dearly loved,
Immanuel Baptist Church on the New Hope Rd. in Princeton with Pastors Jim
Hendricks, Kyle Neal and Hugh Cole officiating. Burial will follow in Monte
Vista Park Cemetery in Green Valley. Family and friends will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 8, 2015
James Scharwood Godsey, 88 of Bluefield, WV passed away Thursday,
November 5, 2015 with family by his side. He was born on January 31, 1927 in
Bluefield, WV to the late Ruth Irene Roberson Johnson and Earnest Godsey. He
was married to the late India Lucille Godsey.
James was a lifelong resident of Bluefield. He graduated from
Beaver High School in 1945. He enlisted in the Navy and took his training at
The Great Lakes Naval Academy. He was deployed in California where he shipped
out on the USS Hancock during World War II. He was a Bomb Technician for the
aircraft and fueler. James was knocked from the ship when it was hit. He was
one of the survivors and later returned to the ship. His ship docked two days
after Japan was bombed. He remembered the horrible tragedy. The USS Hancock was
in five major battles. James has several medals and awards from his Naval
Years.
He was an engineer for N & W Railroad and worked for 55 years.
After retirement, he was an avid golfer with several championships to his
credit. He was a lifelong athlete. He will be missed by many friends and
wonderful neighbors.
James is survived by his brother, Dr. Ralph Godsey and wife Brenda
of Crewe, VA; his only daughter, Barbara Blankenship and husband
David O. Blankenship of Bluefield, VA; three grandchildren,
Ronnie Neal England, Jr. of Raleigh, NC, Jamie Grimm of Cross City, FL, and Kimberly
Annis of Tallahassee, FL; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great
grandson.
The family will receive friends at Mercer Funeral Home on Sunday,
November 8, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, November 9, 2015 at
11:00 a.m. from the Mercer Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Hersey
officiating. Burial will follow at Monte Vista Park Cemetery where Ronnie Neal
England, Jr., Chris Pedigo, Jimmy Evans, Billy Perry, David Shields, John
Masandrea, Brandon David Blankenship and
David Cardwell will serve as pallbearers.
Military graveside rites will be provided by the Mercer County Veteran's Honor
Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Gary-Wayne-Blankenship-103119177
Gary Wayne Blankenship was born on February 13, 1957 and passed away on Friday, December
18, 2015. Gary was a resident of Bluefield, West Virginia at the time of his
passing. He was a Graduate of Montcalm High School.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Death
http://www.bdtonline.com/obituaries/gary-wayne-blankenship/article_6ccf1280-a76b-11e5-972d-cfd47c868bcc.html
Posted:
Monday, December 21, 2015 5:00 am
Gary Wayne Blankenship 58 of Old
Bramwell Road, Bluefield, West Virginia passed away on Friday, December 18,
2015 at his residence. Born February 13, 1957 in Bluefield,
West Virginia to Bill and Lou Ann McKinzie Blankenship
of North Carolina.
Gary has been a resident of Bluefield all
of his life and was a Graduate of Montcalm High School.
Gary was preceded in death by one brother
Mark
Blankenship.
Survivors include: His parents: Bill and Lou Ann
Blankenship of North Carolina. Two daughters: Talisha Christian and
grandchildren of Montcalm, West Virginia, Amanda Blankenship of Newport News,
Virginia. Brothers: James “Jimmy” Blankenship and wife Alisa
of Bluefield, West Virginia, Jeffery Blankenship and wife Jessie of Bluewell, West
Virginia, Bill Blankenship, Jr. and Melissa of North Carolina, Linn Blankenship and wife Amy of
North Carolina. Sisters: Gwen McClure and husband Alan of Bluewell,
West Virginia, Sherrie Robbins and husband Scott of North Carolina.
2015, Hardy, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: May 19, 2015
Bill Sprinkles, 86, of Peggy Branch Road in Hardy, (near Ingleside)
died Sunday, May 17, 2015 at his residence. Born June 18, 1928 in Ingleside he
was the son of the late William B. Sprinkles and Ethel M. Skeens Sprinkles.
Bill was a retired coal miner and had previously worked for the
railroad. He had been a lifelong resident of this area.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Vera May Long Sprinkles; three sons, William L. Sprinkles, Jr., Everett Wayne
Sprinkles, and Shawn Sprinkles; one sister, Ruth Ashby; and one brother, Buck Blankenship.
Survivors include five grandchildren, Rebecca Sprinkles Brown of
Asheboro, NC, Angela Sprinkles Meadows, Kelsey Lynn Sprinkles, Everett Wayne
Sprinkles, Jr., and Shawn Austin Sprinkles all of Peggy Branch; four great
grandchildren, Devin Wayne Sprinkles and Brandon Brown both of Asheboro, NC,
Tristen R. Sprinkles and Trent L. Sprinkles both of Peggy Branch; and one
daughter-in-law, Miranda Joy Sprinkles of Peggy Branch.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, May 20,
2015 at the G. E. Davis Chapel of Fredeking Funeral Service in Oakvale with
Pastor Gene Pennington officiating. Burial will follow at the Brown Cemetery,
Peggy Branch Road in Hardy. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Ingleside, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: February 3, 2015
William Lee Sprinkles, Jr., 61, of Peggy Branch Road near
Ingleside, died Saturday, January 31, 2015, at his residence. Born April 5,
1953, in Princeton, he was the son of Bill Sprinkles of Hardy the late Vera
Long Sprinkles.
He retired from tree trimming service and was a life-long resident
of Mercer County.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by one son,
William "Shawn" Sprinkles; two brothers, Jack Long and Everett Wayne
Sprinkles, Sr.; one aunt, Ruth Asby; and one uncle, Buck
Blankenship.
He is survived by one daughter-in-law, Miranda Bister Sprinkles;
two grandchildren, Kelsey Sprinkles and Shawn A. Sprinkles; nieces, Angela
Sprinkles Meadows, Rebecca Sprinkles Brown, and Tristen Sprinkles; nephews,
Everett W. Sprinkles, Jr., Trent Sprinkles, Devin Sprinkles, and Brandon Brown;
and one sister, Pauline Long of Bluefield, WV.
Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, February
4, 2015, at the G. E. Davis Chapel of Fredeking Funeral Service in Oakvale with
Pastor Erma Jean Hudgins officiating. Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday,
February 5, 2015, at the Brown Cemetery in Hardy. Family and friends will serve
as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Lake Shawnee, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 2, 2015
Connie Jean White, 76, of Lake Shawnee, WV went to her eternal home
to be with her Lord and personal Savior on Saturday, October 31, 2015. Born
January 18, 1939 at Oceana, WV she was the daughter of the late Fred and
Lillian Dyke.
Connie was of the Church of God faith. She was a talented piano player
and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Harris Blankenship and Tommy Dyke; and sister, Charlotte
Brown.
Left to cherish her memory include her devoted husband of 44 years,
Chester White; her loving children, son, Jarrett White and fiancée April; and
daughter, Aundrea White all of Lake Shawnee, WV; three grandchildren whom she
loved with all her heart, SPC Jordan White, Emily White and Robert
"Grayson" Hale; brother, Bobby Dyke and wife Betty of Brier Creek,
WV; sister, Jenny Harvey and husband Tommy of Wharton, WV; sister, Linda Rose
and husband Clarence of Oceana, WV; and a host of nieces and nephews. Connie
was loved by many and will be missed dearly by all who knew her. "I have
fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have
kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November
3, 2015 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home
in Princeton, WV with Pastor Samuel Francis officiating. Interment will follow
at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton, WV. Family and friends will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Lashmeet, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: October 18, 2014
Arbie Wayne "Booger" Warf, 73 [1941], of Lashmeet, went home to the Lord on
Thursday, October 16, 2014. Born June 5, 1941 at Jenkinjones, [McDowell
Co., WV]. He was the son of the late Floyd Warf and Ida Able Warf.
Mr. Warf attended Lashmeet Freewill Baptist Church. He worked for
Princeton Hardwood Furniture Company. Following his retirement, he worked for
Bob Evans in Princeton. He loved looking for antiques and old relics.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
sisters, Ethel Sisk and Ruth Toney; and one brother, Harvey Warf.
Survivors include his loving wife
of 30 years, Virginia
Blankenship Warf of the home;
three daughters, Diana McNeal and her husband Robert of Jacksonville, FL, Tammy
Baumgartner and her husband John of Lashmeet and Angela Vest and her husband
Brian of Charleston, SC; one son, William Lester and his wife Rebecca of
Lashmeet; one brother, Jerry Warf and his wife Ona Gay of Itmann; one sister,
Sissy Gretta Privett of New Richmond; five grandchildren, John Bullard, Ashley
McAlister, Brianna McNeal, Jessie Lester and Timothy Lester; and one
great-grandson, Colton Bullard.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October
20, 2014 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral
Home in Princeton with Pastor Jerry Heaton officiating. Interment will follow
at Fairview Cemetery, Bicknal Flats Road, Lashmeet.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Meador, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Nov.
4 to Nov. 5, 2015
Cleatis E. "Clete" Smith, 83, of Meador, W.Va., entered
into eternal rest Monday, November 2, 2015, at Emogene Jones Hospice House in
Huntington, [Cabell Co.,] W.Va. Cleatis was born March 10, 1932, in
Ransom, Kentucky, to parents Ralph and Vina Smith. Cleatis was the oldest of
ten children.
He was a graduate of Belfry High School class of 1950. After high
school, he enlisted in the U.S. Air forcewhere he proudly served his country
during the Korean conflict from 1950 to 1954. Most of his time was spent overseas
in Germany and on the West Coast. In 1971, he graduated from Sunset
International Bible Institute in Lubbuck, Texas. He has devoted his life to
preaching the Gospel of Christ; serving many years as an Elder at the Ben Creek
Church of Christ.
Cleatis married the love
of his life, Betty Jean
Blankenship, on April 21st,
1956, while they both were employed at the Mountaineer Hotel. Cleatis and Betty
were blessed with three children, Debra Sue Bragg and husband Billy of Logan,
W.Va., Cleatis Ricky Smith and wife Amy of Goldsboro, N.C., and Terry Wayne
Smith and wife Stephanie of Meador. He has eight grandchildren and 10
great-grandchildren. Cleatis is also survived by two sisters and two brothers.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph, Nov 25th, 1971, and
Vina, Sept 13, 2005; twin sisters, Maxine and Pauline; sister, Brenda Hickman,
and two brothers, William Bill "Refus) and Larry Thomas Smith.
The service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday at Ben Creek Church
of Christ of Ben Creek, W.Va., with Gene Clemmons officiating. Burial will
follow at the Emma
Blankenship/Kennedy Cemetery
of Beech Creek, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Montcalm, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - March 8, 2014
Madison Jade Tiller, 4 years old, of Montcalm, passed away on
Wednesday, March 5, 2014 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in
Brushfork. Born on June 10, 2009 in Princeton, she was a daughter of Richard
Tiller of Montcalm and Casandra Tiller of Montcalm.
She was preceded in death by a sister who also passed away in the
same automobile accident, Darralynn Cook and paternal grandfather, Ricky
Tiller.
Survivors include: Father: Richard Tiller and fiancée Terri Wright
of Montcalm. Mother: Cassandra Tiller of Montcalm and fiancé Charles Boyles of
Montcalm. Brothers: Doltin and Hunter Tiller of Montcalm. Stepbrother: Eric
Robinson. Stepsister: Dustany Boyles. Paternal grandparents: Mary Hodge of
Montcalm. Maternal grandparents: Trisha Harless of Bastian, VA, Charles
Larrimore of PA. Grandfather: Joe and Charlotte Blankenship of
Giles County, VA. Several aunts and uncles.
Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at
11:00 AM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with the Rev. Joey Rowe
and the Rev. Charles Henderson officiating. Burial will follow at the Pleasant
Hill Cemetery in Staffordville, VA with Dustin Nau, Rob Poore, Henry Bogle, and
John Smith serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Montcalm, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://seaverfuneralservice.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1263439
Daralynn Marie Cook, 22 month old, of Montcalm, formerly of Elgood,
received her angel wings on March 5, 2014, following an automobile accident in
Brushfork. Born April 27, 2012, in Princeton, she was the daughter of Terri Ann “Tara” Blankenship Wright and Ernest Craig Cook. During her short
time here on Earth, Daralynn touched many lives and was loved deeply by family
and friends.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Ernest Cook,
Jr.; and great-grandparents, Don and Linda Whittaker and Thomas Booth. She was
accompanied in death by her sister, Madison Jade Tiller.
Daralynn is survived by her mommy,
Terri Ann “Tara” Blankenship
Wright and fiancé Richard Tiller
of Montcalm; her daddy, Ernest Craig Cook and fiancé Kayla Hazelwood of Elgood;
three brothers, Bradley Cook of Elgood, Dalton Tiller and Hunter Tiller, both
of Montcalm; one sister, Hayley Cook of Elgood; maternal grandparents, Joe and Charlotte
Blankenship of Elgood;
paternal grandmother, Shirley Cook of Elgood; several aunts, uncles, and
cousins; one special cousin, Kari Ann Cole whom loved and babysat Daralynn.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 14, 2014,
at the George W. Seaver Chapel of Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton. Burial will
follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Staffordsville, VA. Pallbearers will be Austin Edwards, Richard Edwards, Bubby Blankenship, and William Gusler.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Montcalm, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 6, 2015
Ida Mae Clay, 81, of Jake Street, Montcalm, passed away on Sunday,
October 4, 2015 at her home. Born on May 6, 1934 in Montcalm, she was a
daughter of the late Samuel and Ellie Hamblin Sublett.
She had been a lifelong resident of Montcalm and was retired from
the housekeeping department at Bluefield Regional Medical Center. She was a
member of the Montcalm Pentecostal Holiness Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, John Burton Clay; a daughter, Cheryl Lynn Clay Hicks; and siblings, Ella Maxine Sublett, Rev.
Herbert Sublett, Claude Sublett, Harry Sublett, Lewis Sublett, Amy Quillan,
Eunice Robinette, John Roland Sublett, Ruth Blankenship,
and Mark Sublett.
Survivors include: 2 daughters: Cynthia Clay of Montcalm, Tammy
Pennington of Charlotte, NC. Grandchildren: Chrissy, Chris, Mandy, Lane,
Jeffary, Kevin, and Kayla. Great-Grandchildren: Austin, Elijah, Stormy,
Kameron, Kobie, Liam and KJ. Sisters: Myrtle Arthur of Waitesville, Wanda Gills
of Salem, VA, Eldora Fleeger of Romulus, MI.
Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at
11:00 AM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with Rev. Larry Roberts
officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers are
Austin, Elijah, Kameron and Chris Doughty, Jeffary Hicks II, Kevin Sullivan,
Jason Grose, and Charles Myers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Rock District, Mercer Co.,
WV,
Sublett, Samuel W. 51, M, VA, Head,
Sublett, Ellie A. 46, F, VA, Wife,
Sublett, Lewis D. 22, M, VA, Son,
Sublett, Ruth E. 13, F, WV, Dau,
Sublett, Mark A. 10, M, WV, Son,
Sublett, Myrtle M. 09, F, WV, Dau,
Sublett, Wanda B. 08, F, WV, Dau,
Sublett,
Ida M. 05,
F, WV, Dau,
Sublett, Eldora 01, F, WV,
Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7ZH-5F6
+2014, Princeton, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.bailey-kirk.com/obituaries/Paul-Blankenship-2/#!/Obituary
Paul Edward Blankenship, 69, of Princeton, met with his heavenly father on Friday, January
10, 2014 with his loving family at his side at Charleston Area Medical Center [Kanawha Co., WV]. In his words, he was going to “The
Streets of Gold and soon would be fishing with his Pap.” Born September 9, 1944
at Beartown, he was the son of the late Harry Blankenship
and Pauline Bailey Blankenship.
Paul was a 1962 graduate of Herndon High School and was a veteran
of the US Army. He was a retired mine foreman at Consolidated Coal Company,
having worked at Itmann, Turkey Gap and Buchanan, VA. Paul attended Landmark
First Church of God in Princeton. He read his Bible daily and could quote many
scriptures. He was also an excellent carpenter, electrician and mechanic. Paul
loved to wear his straw hat and ride his mower in the summertime. One could
always catch him sitting on his mower and talking to the neighbors.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Carol Greer;
and one nephew, Ricky Greer.
Survivors include his loving wife
of 45 years, Yvonne Moore
Blankenship of the home; one daughter, Tammy Flinchum and her husband William of Princeton; one son, David Blankenship and his wife Melissa of Princeton; four grandchildren, “the apples of his eyes,” Lindsey Tibbs and her
husband Justin, Alaina
Blankenship, David Flinchum
and James Blankenship all of Princeton; three sisters, Gaye Hancock
and her husband Jimmy of Beartown, Patty Dyer of
Beartown and Ruth Hill of Falls Church, VA; a special cousin, Janice Wilson and
her husband Bill of Princeton; and his little dog, Toby, will miss him greatly.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January
13, 2014 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral
Home in Princeton with Pastors Scott Hodge and Robbie Hefner officiating.
Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Friends will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Kathy Jean Evans Rose, 59, of Princeton, passed away Saturday,
January 11, 2014 at her home. Born
December 23, 1954 in Welch, WV, she was the daughter of Maynard Evans and Dorothy Blankenship Evans.
Kathy was a graduate of Welch High School and a former employee of
Dr. Asthma Safder.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband Elmer Rose Jr of
Princeton, WV; two sons James Lee Allison of Princeton, WV; Michael David
Allison of Princeton, WV; two stepson's Elmer "Moe" Rose III and wife
Kelley of Morgantown, WV; and Michael Rose of Colorado Springs, CO,; One
daughter Caitlin Tyann Jackson and husband Jackie of Princeton, WV; one
step-daughter Charity Fawn Lester of Norfolk, VA; two brothers Charles Evans
and wife Tyann of Oakvale, WV, and Michael Evans and wife Teresa of Oakvale,
WV; two sisters Shirley Stone and husband Eddie of Beckley, WV; Teresa Craft
and husband Tommy of Beckley, WV; three Grandchildren and two Great
Grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Monday, January 20, 2014 at Roselawn
Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 p.m. in Princeton, WV. Burial will follow at
Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Princeton, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Princeton, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - January 30, 2014
Vernon B. Hubbard, 87, of Princeton, went to be with our Lord on
Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at his residence following a long battle with
cancer. Born June 16, 1926 at Matoaka, he was the son of the late Dewey Hubbard
and Sylvia Blankenship Hubbard.
Mr. Hubbard was a proud veteran serving in the U.S. Army during
World War II. Among the accommodations he received include the Bronze Star and
Purple Heart. He was a life member of the Disabled VFW. He retired from Eastern
Coal Local 9781. He was instrumental in the raising and dedication of the
American Flag in honor of our veterans at BB&T Bank. He was of the Baptist
faith. He was a huge NASCAR fan and enjoyed his NASCAR collection. He was very
proud of his home and enjoyed tending to it.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving
wife of 60 years, Auline Hubbard in 2007; two brothers, Quinten Hubbard and
Jack Hubbard; and one sister, Mag Peterson.
Survivors include one daughter, Dara Atkins and her husband Mark of
Wilmington, DE; one son, Blake Hubbard and his wife Lynda of Easton, MA; three
granddaughters, Misty Dec of Wilmington, DE, Lori Blevins and her husband Rich
of Middletown, DE and Sarah Hubbard of Austin, TX; one grandson, Blake Hubbard,
III and his wife Brandy of San Francisco, CA; two step-granddaughters, Tracy
Powers of Easton, MA and Tina Barnes of Canton, MA; one step-grandson, Arthur
Barnes and his wife Angela of Holden, MA; five great-grandchildren; six
step-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Josephine and Joan of Wilmington, DE;
and special friends, Lynn and Loma
Dishner, Rhonda Blankenship and Becky and John Young all of Princeton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, February
1, 2014 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home
in Princeton with the Rev. Larry Dyer officiating. Interment will follow at
Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton where military honors will be conducted
by the Mercer County Honor Guard. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
WV Marriages; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/FTZ4-V56
Blankenship Sylvia
– Hubbard, Dewey – 1921, Mercer Co.,
1940 Census, Rock District, Mercer Co.,
WV,
Hubbard, Dewey 40, M, WV, Head,
Hubbard, Sylvia 33, F, WV, Wife,
Hubbard, Mary M. 17, F, WV, Dau,
Hubbard, Vernon B. 13, M, WV, Son,
Hubbard, Josephine 08, F, WV, Dau,
Hubbard, Fitzhugh C. 07, M, WV, Son,
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2014, Princeton, Mercer Co.,
WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 8, 2014
Paul David Justice Sr., age 69, of Princeton, WV, passed away
Thursday, February 6, 2014, at Princeton Community Hospital. Born August 21,
1944, in Iaeger, he was the son of the late Robert Franklin and Pearl Helen
Steele Justice. A former McDowell County coal miner, he liked watching NASCAR,
football, and car shows, and he loved his family being around him.
He was preceded in death by, in addition to his parents, two
brothers: Jack Justice and Billy Mullins, Lona, Carol Shirley, Gladys Goins, Marie Blankenship Burks, Nancy Mullins.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Martha Sue Justice; three
sons, Paul Justice and wife Jeannie of Roderfield, Robert Justice and wife
Tonia of Fairplay, MD, and Michael Justice and wife Deanna of Lorona, WV; three
daughters, Gladys Kelly and fiancé Dave Stover of Princeton, Sherry Whistlehunt
and husband Mike of Princeton, Norma Justice and fiancé Dewayne Woods of
Princeton; ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Frank
Justice and wife Dora of Bluewell; sisters, Brenda McNeely and husband Ralph of
Twin Branch, Linda Hall of Goshen, IN, Norma Seabolt and husband Bill of
Kentucky, and sister-in-law, Vonnie Mullins of Iaeger, and Margaret Justice of
Princeton, and grandson, Blake Kelly who made his home with his grandpa and
grandma.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, February 10, 2014 at 11
AM from the Ark of Safety church in Roderfield with Pastor Michael Brooks,
officiating. Burial will follow at McCoy Cemetery on Coon Branch Mtn.
Pallbearers will be Dewayne Wood, Dave Stover, Alex Justice, Travis Justice,
Michael Whistlehunt, Anthony Campbell, and Curtis Whistlehunt.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1245881
Gertrude Wilson Blankenship Blevins, 97, of the Princeton Health Care Center, Courthouse Road,
Princeton. Formerly of Lake Shawnee, died Thursday, February
13, 2014 at her residence. Born September 16, 1916, in Lake Shawnee, she
was the daughter of the late William
Henry Blankenship and Mossie Belle McPherson Blankenship.
Gertrude was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, canning, gardening,
reading and sewing. She was a member of the Lakeview Presbyterian Church at
Lake Bottom. Mrs. Blevins was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband James L. Blevins, three children, Mary Whittaker, Dorothy Meadows and
Kenneth Blevins, one grandson, Byron Archie, four brothers, Cecil, Roscoe, Howe & Kelly
Blankenship and two sister Sadie Sheets
& Elizabeth Yost. Also, preceding her in death are her
sons-in-law,
Gary Meadows, Marvin Whittaker, Larry Blankenship
and Houston Howington.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children; Iris Ashley & her husband Jesse, James Preston Blevins both of Lashmeet,
WV; Loretta Burgess. Anna Howington, Ramona Archie, Carl Frederick Blevins
& wife Edna and Jeffrey Steven Blevins & his wife Sheree all of
Princeton, WV; Nancy Bodnar & her husband Thomas of Louisville, TN. &
Jeffrey Steven Blevins & wife Sheree of Princeton. One sister, Lattie Sneed both of Princeton; 16 grandchildren,
Bill & Rhea Whittaker, Mary Grace & Scott Knupp, Mark & Leslie
Ashley, Vicki & David Shrader, Kim & Roger Killiam, Karen Randolph,
Rhonda Blevins, Robert Blevins & wife Brittany, Mark Blevins, Yvette
Vanaller, Alisha & Bob Michelson, Carl Blevins Jr., Kristi Miller &
husband Tom, B. J. Blevins, Chris Meadows & wife Janet, & Josh &
Jessica Blevins; 32 Great grandchildren; 8 Great great grandchildren; And a
host of nieces and nephews.
Services will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday, February 17, 2014 from the
Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in
Princeton with Pastor’s Norman Mills & Larry Dyer officiating. Burial will
follow in the Blevins Family Cemetery on Reece Harmon Ridge, Lashmeet. Serving
as pallbearers will be her grandsons.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1277046
Daniel “Danny” Albert Franklin, 54, of Princeton passed away
Monday, March 24, 2014 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born December 5, 1959,
at Long Island, New York, he was the son of the late Alton George Franklin and
Florence Elizabeth Sanders Franklin.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a step son,
Stephen Lilly and the mother of his children, Janet Blankenship White. Danny is survived by his daughter, Danielle Welch; Step children,
Jamie Stone, Jimbo Wyrick, and Tadd Wyrick; Fiancée, Julie Surface;
Grandchildren, Brayden Welch and Quentin Welch; Siblings, David Franklin, Tommy
Franklin, and Katie Franklin; And several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Monday,
March 31, 2014 at Memorial Funeral Directory on Athens Road in Princeton The family has honored Danny’s request that he be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1285957
Anthony Dale Blankenship, 36, of Northview Avenue, Princeton died peacefully at his
grandmother’s home early Thursday morning, April 10, 2014. Born June 10, 1977,
Princeton, he was the son of Brenda Sue Tibbs Farley of Princeton and the late Danny Lee Blankenship, Sr.
For many years, Anthony was self employed as a contractor. He was a
member of Johnston Chapel Baptist Church on Halls Ridge Road near Princeton.
Anthony enjoyed wood working, the outdoors, especially fishing and being around
people of all ages.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a son, Tristan Blankenship along with his grandfather,
Watt Blankenship Jr.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his two children; Jaydon Craft and Gabrielle Farley both of Princeton. Three siblings, Danny Lee Blankenship Jr., Randall Wayne Blankenship & Stefanie O’Dell all of Princeton, Grandmother, Billie Blankenship of Princeton, Nieces and nephews, Staci,
Jared, Devon, Lee & Tristan. A host of friends.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday (today) April 12,
2014 from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the
Athens Road in Princeton with Pastors Dr. John King and Jim Simmons
officiating. Burial will follow in the Athens Cemetery in Athens. Family &
Friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 16, 2014
Homer Admiril Chambers of Princeton, was
born March 20, 1937 in Clear Fork, WV a son of the late Dewey Admiril, and Stella Blankenship
Chambers. Homer was a member
of the Oceana Freewill Baptist Church for many years until moving to Mercer
County where he attended the Roger Street Community Church in Princeton.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by twelve
brothers and sisters.
Survivors include a daughter Belinda Chambers Putorek and husband
Ronnie of Athens, WV; a son Homer Jerome Chambers of Princeton, WV; two
grandchildren Summer Putorek, and Sawyer Putorek; a sister Anna Sue Kitts of
Anderson, SC; a brother Christopher Columbus Chambers and wife Francis of
Cyclone, WV; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday April 17, 2014
in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Jackie
Grimmett officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Chambers Cemetery, Clear
Fork, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Trent, Baileysville District, Wyoming Co.,
WV,
Chambers, Dewey 40, M, WV, Head,
Chambers, Stella 38, F, WV, Wife,
Chambers, Walter 18, M, WV, Son,
Chambers, Junior 15, M, WV, Son,
Chambers, Don 13, M, WV, Son,
Chambers, Johnnie 12, M, WV, Son,
Chambers, Hattie 10, F, WV, Dau,
Chambers, Christopher 09, M, WV, Son,
Chambers, Ellen 07, F, WV, Dau,
Chambers, Lonnie 04, M, WV, Son,
Chambers, Homer 03, M, WV, Son,
Chambers, Franklin 01, M, WV, Son,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K784-1RQ
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Violet Mae Thompson, 74, of Walker Street, Princeton went to meet
her Lord and Savior Thursday, June 5, 2014 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born February 15, 1940 in Princeton, she
was the daughter of the late Benjamin Harrison Walker and Willie Mae Grubb
Walker.
Violet was educated in Princeton and a member of Burke Memorial
Baptist Church on Thorn Street in Princeton. Violet put nothing before her
family, having worked hard her entire life, she was always willing to do what
it took to provide for her family; she spent several years working as a coal
miner and for many years, was the office manager for Mary’s Flag Car Service.
To know Violet would put a smile upon your face, just when you
thought it was safe to be around, she would pull a crack on you in a heartbeat,
she was of good humor and willing to travel in a drop of a hat. Violet was very
proud of her family, and will be remembered by her children and grandchildren
as their biggest cheerleader in life.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 10 of her
siblings; Benjamin Walker, Mary Lou Potts, Ethel Smith, Anna Lee Violette, Joe
Walker, Jimmy Walker, Clara Kegley, Ida Helene Walker, Thelma Virginia Walker
& Ellen Orelena Walker.
She will be lovingly remembered by her eight children & their spouses; Cassandra Lynn & Michael John
Wilkinson of Kalona IA, Phillip Aaron & Naomi Thompson of Oak Ridge TN,
Clarissa Lee & Bradley Abernethy of Troutville VA, Jeffery Alan & Mary
Carol Thompson of Princeton, Stephen Brian & Trish Thompson of Bastian VA,
Glynn Patrick & Angela Thompson of Princeton, Samantha Lou & Scott
Blankenship of Moneta VA, and
William Joseph & Suzanne Thompson of Princeton. And the ones that held the
key to her heart, her 22 grandchildren & 16 great grandchildren; Two siblings, Robert C. “Corky” Walker of Princeton, Becky
Davis of Maryland; A host of nieces and nephews.
Services to celebrate the life of Violet Thompson will be held
11:00 AM Monday, June 9, 2014 from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial
Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor’s Ron Thomure and
her son Phillip Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in the Trail Cemetery
in Princeton. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 6, 2014
Jack Grose, 76, of Princeton, died Thursday, July 3, 2014 at his
home. Born August 30, 1937 at Stevenson, he was the son of the late Everett
Grose and Ruby Blankenship
Grose.
Mr. Grose was retired from the US Marine Corps and was a Vietnam
Veteran. He retired from Hobart Corp. in Tampa, FL. He was a member of the
Marine Corps League and Vietnam Veterans of America. He attended First Assembly
of God in Princeton.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one
brother, Marvin Grose.
Survivors include his wife, Wanda Echols Grose; four children, Jack
Sutko and his wife Dana of Swanee, GA, Tammy Rivers of Florida, Charlotte
Bumgarner and her husband Vince of Lakeland, FL and David Hylton and his wife
Dorothy of Princeton; two brothers, Gary Grose and his wife Beverly of
Princeton and Cliff Milam and his wife Sandy of Florida; four grandchildren,
Jackson Sutko, Jessie Sutko, Austin Hylton and Addison Hylton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Monday, July 7,
2014 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in
Princeton with the Rev. Charles Allen and the Rev. Dan Moore officiating.
Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Members of the
Marine Corps League will serve as pallbearers. The Marine Corps League
Detachment 957 will provide military rites at the funeral home and cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Barkers Ridge District,
Wyoming Co., WV,
Grose, Everett Lee 26, M, WV, Head,
Grose, Ruby Lina 20, F, WV, Wife,
Grose, Marvin James 05, M, WV, Son,
Grose, Jackie Lee 02, M, WV, Son,
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+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - July 21, 2014
Dora Ellen Tribble, 95, of Glenwood Park Retirement Center, died
Saturday, July 19, 2014 at her residence. Born July 26, 1918
in Portsmouth, VA. She was the daughter of the late Burton E. Harris and
Louise Blankenship Harris.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, Hugh W. Tribble, a brother, William E. Harris and sister, Ida Mae
Hudgins.
Surviving are her daughter Patricia T. Griffin of Bluefield, WV and
son Burton (Toby) Tribble of Virginia Beach, Va. Grandchildren: Lisa Pease,
John D. Griffin III, and Burton (Toby) Tribble, Jr.; 4 great grandchildren and
6 great-great-grandchildren, along with the special staff of Glenwood Park
Retirement Center and Amedisys Hospice who provided tender loving care.
Graveside services will be conducted on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at
11:00 AM from the Olive Branch Cemetery (at city park),
Portsmouth, VA.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1920 Census, Washington Ward, Portsmouth,
VA,
Harris, Barton
E. 31, M, NC, Head,
Harris, Louise
R. 24, F, VA, Wife,
Harris, William E. 04, M, VA, Son,
Harris, Dora E. 02, F, VA, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/MJFD-LW1
+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - August 10, 2014
Effie Pauline Breeden Blankenship, 91, of Princeton, went to be with our Heavenly Father on August
8, 2014. She passed peacefully at home with the loving support of her family by
her side. Born April 11, 1923, in Dott, she was the daughter of the late John
Breeden and Lacy Vaught Breeden French.
Pauline as she was called was a homemaker that took extra pride in
her home in Lashmeet for 66 years. She was a great mother, wife, grandmother,
and sister. She dearly loved her family and dedicated her entire life to them.
She never said no to anyone who was in need. This kind spirit will be sadly
missed by all. She was a member of the Rich Creek Baptist Church in
Spanishburg.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years James W. Blankenship in 2005; an infant daughter Shelby; one grandson, Michael Thompson; one
son-in-law, Randy Thompson Sr.; six sisters, Lucille Perez, Lilah Fuller, Ruth
Walker, Joann Collins, Dolores Rossi, Liz Oldfield; and a brother, James
Breeden.
She is survived by her devoted daughters,
Carol Thompson of Princeton and Debbie and husband Harold Brewster of Bluefield; two sisters, Sylvia
Huffman and Marcella Crotty; one sister-in-law Ada Breeden; four grandchildren,
Randy Jr. and his wife Casey Thompson of Princeton, Kevin and his wife Lynn
Thompson of Princeton, Kim and her husband Dr. Michael Roth of Wake Forest, NC
and Missy Godfrey and her fiancé Chad Eddy of Raleigh, NC; seven great
grandchildren, Blake, Brooke, and Levi Thompson of Sherrils Ford, NC, Taylor
Thompson of Princeton, Emily Roth of Wake Forest, NC and Amaya and Caroline
Thompson of Princeton; one granddaughter-in-law, Barbara Thompson of
Murfreesboro, TN; along with several special nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 10,
2014 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in
Princeton with the Rev. Ralph Calfee officiating. A graveside service will be
at 12:00 p.m. Monday, August 11, 2014 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in
Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
James W., 84, 29Apr1921 - 02May2005, Lashmeet, Mercer, WV, WV-233-24-4448
2014, Princeton, Mercer Co.,
WV, Obituary
Elizabeth Denise Yost, 44, of Princeton, West Virginia passed away
on September 14, 2014 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born May 5, 1970 in
Concord, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Ed and the late Elaine Blankenship Yost of Lumberton,
North Carolina.
Elizabeth was the of Baptist faith and grew up in Eastside Baptist
Church in Reidsville, North Carolina. A homemaker, she loved spending time
outdoors fishing and loved listening to music and dancing.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her
grandson, Jadin Matthew.
Survivors include her husband, Gregory S. Hamm of Princeton; two
daughters, Destiny Beth Justice and husband Shane of Princeton; Brittany Dawn
Worley and husband Scott of Virgina Beach, Virginia; three grand-children,
Kaylee Hager; Sophia and Brady Justice; one brother, Derek Yost of Lumberton,
North Carolina; one niece Kaylin Yost; and one nephew, Christian Yost.
Elizabeth will also have a new grand-daughter in January 2015, Izzie Worley.
A memorial service will be held to honor the memory of Elizabeth on
Thursday September 18th, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Community Church
in Lerona, West Virginia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Princeton, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1434080
Lindy Charles Wade, 86, of Sunny Meadows, Princeton, died Friday,
October 10, 2014 at Princeton Community Hospital after a long illness. Born in
Elmore, February 4, 1928, he was the son of the late Claude Tillman Wade and
Lema Philpott Wade.
Mr. Wade moved to Princeton from Mullens when he retired in 1990. A
child of the Great Depression, he learned to be independent, strong in spirit,
hardworking but kind and generous to others. Coming home from school early one day,
he was surprised to see hobos on the porch steps eating biscuits his mother had
made that morning. “I then realized what happened to all the extra biscuits Mom
made every day,” he would say in telling one of his many stories.
In September 1942 at age 14, Mr. Wade convinced a US Navy recruiter
that he was 17 and started one of his life’s great adventures by serving his
country during World War II. He proudly served on the USS Tomich and two sea
going tugs. He was serving in the South Pacific at the end of the war. After
leaving the service, Mr. Wade returned to Mullens and was hired by the
Virginian Railway which he always considered one of his “lucky breaks” in life.
He retired in 1990 with 44 years of service as a conductor and was a proud
member of the United Transportation Union for 66 years, having served as a
union official for many years. He loved his job and his co-workers and told
wonderful stories of his railroading days as well as his Navy years and of
growing up in Mullens.
In 1950 he married the love of his life, Oberita Hazelwood, and
devoted himself to her and his family. He loved to garden, to study history, to
read his daily newspapers and often wrote letters to the editor throughout the
years. He was an avid Princeton Devil Rays fan and rarely missed a game until
his declining health kept him from attending. He was a member of the Mullens
American Legion Post 106, the Princeton Moose Lodge # 1521, a charter member of
the World War II Memorial, and a lifetime member of the Veterans of Underage
Military Service.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife
Oberita Hazelwood Wade, a daughter Teresa Gail Nicholson, his brothers Claude
T. “Jack” Wade, Jr., and Dewey “Sweetpea” Wade; and sisters Dorothy Blankenship, Nellie Church, Shirley Snodgrass and
Helen Snodgrass.
Survivors include his daughters
and son-in-law Sandra and Luther Blankenship
of Madison Heights, Va; Susie and Dean Morgan of Princeton; Annette & Stan
Presley of Shady Springs, and son-in-law Nick Nicholson of Mullens; grandchildren Wendy (Troy) Elder, Lee (Nicole) Blankenship, David (Julie) Simmons, Noel Morgan, Brian (Jen) Presley,
Jessica Morgan, Christopher Presley, Dustin Nicholson, Jacob Morgan; great grandchildren Zach Simmons and Caden Blankenship, and loving neighbors Randy and Regina
Hatcher.
On Monday, October 13, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. we will celebrate the life
of Lindy Wade from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on
the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Gilbert Dodson officiating. Burial
will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton with military honors
given under the direction of the Mercer County Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1434178
Frances “Tig” Loretta Blankenship Lilly, 84, of Redknot, Quail Valley Estates,
Princeton, died suddenly Friday evening, October 10, 2014 at Princeton Community
Hospital. Born February 15, 1930, in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the
late Cecil E. Blankenship & Susie Belcher Blankenship.
Tig attended school at Spanishburg and was a lifelong resident of
Mercer County. Tig was a former employee with the Maidenform Corporation, &
retired from Rockwell International & Princeton Community Hospital. She was
a member of Rich Creek Baptist Church at Spanishburg. Tig loved life; her
family was first and foremost in her life. To say she loved to travel would be
an understatement, she was on the go all the time. Tig truly loves going to the
races at Charlotte, the Great Smoky Mountains where she served as chief cook
and boss of the camp. Tig was always helping other people in their time of
need. In Tig’s lifetime, she logged more miles walking in a year, than most
people do in a lifetime. She was dedicated in walking each day, and would even
walk with her neighbors when they would stop by, she would jump up and go
again.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband Fred A. Lilly and a nephew, Johnny Sisk.
She will be lovingly remembered by her loving and devoted son and
his wife, Timothy “Tim” & Becky Lilly of Princeton. Her three grandsons,
whom she loved, supported and cherish in her life, Scott Lilly of Honolulu HI;
Matthew Lilly of Toulon France, & Luke Lilly of the Home. Two siblings, Elwood Blankenship & wife Rosemary of Princeton,
& Lillie Mae Sisk of LaPlata MD. A host of Nieces and Nephew.
For a life well lived, we will celebrate the home going of Tig on
Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the
Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor’s Ralph
Calfee & James Mattox officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial
Gardens in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship, Cecil, 73, 06Feb1904 -
??Sep1977, Rock, Mercer, WV, WV-236-10-1728
SSDI: Blankenship, Susan E., 83, 09Oct1904
- 29Dec1987, Rock, Mercer, WV, WV/NC-232-96-6252
2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
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Joseph Lee Bolen, 36, of Elkview Street, Princeton, died early
Monday morning, October 27, 2014 from injuries received from a pedestrian/auto
accident on Route 460 near Mercer Mall. Born May 3, 1978 in Welch, he is the
son of Donna Marie Clark
Blankenship of Princeton &
Joseph Bolen, III of Virginia.
Mr. Bolen was employed by the Blankenship Cleaning Service and was a member of the Princeton Praise and Worship Center in
Princeton.
He was preceded in death by grandparents;
Albert & Lucille Clark, Geneva
Blankenship, Green & America
Blankenship, and Joseph Bolen
along with an aunt, Betty Sargent.
Survivors include his mother
& step father, Donna & Timothy Blankenship
of Princeton, two sisters, Michelle Wimmer & husband Todd, Tonya Asbury &
fiancée Billy Adams; one brother, Michael Blankenship all of Princeton. Nieces & nephews, Rachel Hurley,
Joshua Hurley, Timothy Blankenship and Raylin Blankenship all of Princeton; Grandmother,
Molly Bolen of NC. A host of aunts, uncles and
cousins.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, October 30, 2014
from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens
Road in Princeton with Pastors Cecil Shrader and Johnny Gray officiating. Burial to follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.
Serving as pallbearers will be Doug Hager, John Farley, Mike Hurley, J.D.
Adams, Danny Murphy & Josh Hurley.
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+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield
Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: November 25, 2014
Rosemary Ellison Blankenship, 88, of
Princeton died Sunday, November 23, 2014 at Princeton Community Hospital after
a short illness, with her loving family by her side. Born March 4, 1926, at
Kegley, she was the daughter of the late Frank H. "Manney" Ellison
and Hattie Byrd Martin Ellison.
Rosemary was a graduate of Spanishburg
High School Class of 1944. She served as clerk and later became the
Postmistress at the Kegley Post Office until her retirement in 1970. Rosemary
was a member of the Rich Creek Baptist Church at Spanishburg. She was a loving
and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by sisters, Maxine Halstead, Ramona Meadows, Peggy Davidson,
and Shirley Brown along with a brother, Frank H. Ellison Jr.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband
of 69 years, William E. "Elwood" Blankenship, her three loving and devoted children:
Gary
T. "Tom" Blankenship and wife Nancy, William E. (Bill) Blankenship and wife Donna
all of Princeton, Tammy J. Thomas and husband Donald of Peterstown. Her two grandsons
whom she loved dearly, Ryan Blankenship and wife
Lisa, Tyler Blankenship and wife Katelyn all of
Princeton. Four great-grandchildren, Madeline, Nathan, Collin and Scott Blankenship
all of Princeton. One sister, Josephine Hope of
Michigan.
On Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at 11:00
A.M., we will celebrate the life of Rosemary Blankenship from the Burns Wornal
Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with
Pastor Ralph Calfee and Jamie Mattox officiating. Burial will follow in
Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. She will be carried to her final
resting place by Ryan Blankenship, Tyler Blankenship, Tim Farley, Kenny Sizemore, Joe Keatley
and Tim Lilly.
From: Diane
Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
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Elliott Albert “Pete” Dixon, 61, of Cabell Street, Princeton died
Saturday, August 9, 2014 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born May 29, 1952 in
Princeton, he was the son of the late Mary Ellen King Dixon & Clinton
Dixon.
Pete was educated in Mercer County and had served in the U.S. Army.
He was a retired employee for Exide Battery with more than 20 years of service.
While his health permitted, he loved to ginseng, fish and listen to 70's music.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three
brothers: Robert “Duke” Stiltner, Charlie Dixon and William “John” Dixon.
Those left to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 20 years, B.
J. Dailey Dixon; son, Josh Dale Dixon; stepdaughter, Donna Barton and husband
Mark; step granddaughter, Cortland Hurst. Also surviving are his siblings: Margaret Farmer, Mary Blankenship and husband
Melvin, Alice Sparks and husband James, Edward
“Bo” Dixon and wife Becky, Sam Stiltner and wife Sharon, Robert Dixon and wife
Debbie, Clinton “Buster” Dixon, Freddy “Sonny” Dixon, and Dan Stiltner. Special niece, Charlene Brookman and special great niece, Tabitha
Farley. His four legged companion, Gizmo. Special
lifelong friends, Roger Hammonds and Ernie Davis.
The family has honored Pete's wishes, his body has been cremated
and there will be no services at the funeral home. Inurnment will be held at a
later date at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: December 13, 2014
Dayton W. "Bill" Hill, 67, of Dayton Hill Road, Princeton
died Friday, December 12, 2014 at his residence. Born August 29, 1947 in Mercer
County he was the son of the late Dayton Willard Hill and Ruth Louise Comer
Hill.
Bill was a 1965 graduate of Athens High School and was a U.S. Army
veteran. He was retired from Joy-Global Manufacturing Company in Bluefield, VA
as a welder with forty-one years service. Bill was a very active member of the
New Zion Regular Baptist Church serving as song leader and singing in the
choir. He had been a lifelong resident of this area.
Survivors include his wife of forty-six years, Judy Hicks Hill of
Princeton; two sons, Anthony Hill and Brian Hill both of Princeton; one daughter, Nola Blankenship of Princeton; six grandchildren, Kevin Hill, Justin Hill, Kaci Hill, Kaleb Blankenship, Christian Blankenship, and Dylan
Blankenship; two sisters,
Pauline Comer and husband Roger and Brenda Meadows and husband Michael all of
Princeton; two brothers, Glenn Hill and wife Barbara and Dewayne Hill and wife
Sally all of Princeton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 14,
2014 at the New Zion Regular Baptist Church, Cheesy Creek Road with Pastor
Roger Hatfield officiating. Burial will follow at the New Zion Cemetery,
Princeton. Serving as pallbearers will be Anthony Hill, Brian Hill, Justin
Hill, Kevin Hill, Larry Comer, and Frank Comer, Jr.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
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Wilburn Dean Beckner Jr., 40, of the Pisgah Road, Princeton died
suddenly and peacefully at his home away from home- in his truck near Hobbs, [Lea Co.,] NM on Monday, January 19, 2015. Born
September 20, 1974, in Bluefield, he was the son of Deborah
Louise Blankenship Beckner of
Princeton and the late Wilburn Dean Beckner Sr.
Dean was a devoted husband, father, son, friend, truck driver and a
lover of classic cars. Dean was employed as a professional truck driver for
Enterprise Corporation. Dean will be remembered for his wonderful sense of
humor and for the genuine love and kindness that he proudly gave to all of his
family, friends and at times even strangers. I
n addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Lisa
Lynn Beckner.
Dean’s survivors include his loving wife of 22 years, Elizabeth
“Libby Harper” Beckner of Princeton, his eldest daughter, Michelle Lynn
“Lorraine” Beckner of Princeton, his only son, Cory Dean Beckner of Princeton
and his baby girl Haley Madison Beckner of the home; his brother Michael
Beckner of Glenwood. Grandfather R. C. Blankenship, Uncles,
Terry Blankenship, Danny Beckner, loving mother in law,
Eupha Ellison.
Services to celebrate the life of Dean will be held 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, January 24, 2015 from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral
Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Ronnie Kennett
officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. His
family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: February 27, 2015
Franklin Delano Wiley, 72, of Princeton, died Thursday, February
26, 2015 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born March 9, 1942 at Kegley, he was
the son of the late Thomas Wiley and Mattie Blankenship Wiley.
Mr. Wiley was a very active member of the Matoaka Baptist Church
and the Shawnee Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and was an Adult
Sunday School Class teacher. One of his favorite things to do was visit sick
members and shut-ins of the church. He was a veteran of the United States
Marine Corps having served for 4 years. He spent the majority of his working
career as an electrician before he was a senior salesman at United Industrial
Services.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son,
Franklin D. Wiley, Jr.; one brother, Thomas Wiley; and one sister, Sandra
Wiley.
Survivors include his former wife, Eva Bailey Wiley of Pipestem;
two daughters, Banita Wiley of Princeton and Amy D. Smith and her husband Mike
of Staunton, VA; two grandchildren, Tyler Smith and Evie Smith both of
Staunton, VA; three brothers, Mason Wiley and his wife Connie of Pipestem,
Roger Wiley and his wife Jean of Princeton and Kermit Wiley and Karen Bradley
of Princeton; and two sisters, Phyllis Ratliff and her husband J. C. of
Hopewell, VA and Maxine Richards of Princeton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February
28, 2015 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral
Home in Princeton with the Rev. Ralph Calfee officiating. Interment will follow
at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton where military honors will be
conducted by the Mercer County Veterans Honor Guard. Family and friends will
serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
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Gracie Edna Hazelwood, 88, of Brown Street, Princeton, died
Saturday, April 4, 2015 at CAMC in Charleston,
[Kanawha Co., WV]. Born March 20, 1927 at Welch, she was
the daughter of the late David Walter Peak and Pearlie Mae Peak.
Gracie was a graduate of Welch High School and of the Protestant
faith. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son,
Ricky Kenneth Dawson along with 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
Survivors include 17 children,
Roy Leslie Dawson & companion Marsha, Brenda Joyce Andrus, Wanda Bailey
& husband Freddy, Judy Laxton, Bobby Dawson & wife Betty, Mary Freeman,
Tina Burgess, Mary Akers, Charlotte
Blankenship & husband Joe, Bobby
Lee Hazelwood, Carmen Hazelwood, Brenda Sue Lambert, Rose Ann Dawson, Jimmy
Dawson & Kathy, Darlo Dawson & Lisa, Jackie Dawson, and Andy Dawson
& Misty. A host of grandchildren, great grandchildren,
along with many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 9, 2015
from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens
Road in Princeton with Pastor Terry Lambert officiating. Burial will follow in
the Hazelwood-Shumate Cemetery on the Pettrey Road near Princeton. Her family
will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
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George Herbert Cox, 85, of Meador Street, Princeton died suddenly
Tuesday, April 2, 2015 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born May 6, 1929, in
Virginia, he was the son of the late Arthur Cox & Ollie May Jackson Cox.
George was a retired coal miner for U.S. Steel at Pineville WV, and
a member of the U.M.W.A.
He is survived by his wife
of 38 years, Sandra Lee
Blankenship Cox along with a
son, Justin Michael Cox and a grandson.
In keeping with George’s wishes, he was cremated. The Cox family is
being served by the Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center on the
Athens Road in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: May 8, 2015
Thomas Dale "Tommy" Nelson, 59, of Swiss Avenue
(Shadowood Mobile Home Park) in Princeton passed away peacefully at his home
surrounded by his family on Tuesday, May 5, 2015. Born November 18, 1955 in
Mercer County he was the son of the late Samuel Herman Nelson and Mary Viola
Hazelwood Nelson.
Tommy was a faithful member of the Pentecostal faith and attended
the Pentecostal Chapel of Praise in Princeton. He was an employee of the Dean
Company in Princeton for twenty-seven years and Alleghany Wood Products in
Green Valley for eleven years until his health declined. He had been a lifelong
resident of this area.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six
brothers, Thurman Nelson, Herman Nelson, Jackie Nelson, Eddie Nelson, Gene
Nelson and James Gilbert Nelson; one brother-in-law, Billy Joe Lusk; one
sister-in-law, Shelby Byrd; and his father-in-law, Richard Byrd.
Tommy is survived by his loving wife, Beverly Ann Byrd Nelson of
Princeton; two wonderful daughters, Morgan Nelson and Megan Nelson of
Princeton; special daughter-in-law, Brandi of Princeton; and one special
granddaughter, Skyler Nelson of Princeton (who was Papaw's Sugar Shaker and the
love of his life). Tommy is also survived by three sisters, Helen
Blankenship and husband Bill of
Princeton, Hilda Archambault and husband "Arch" of Cheesy Creek, and
Diane Lusk of Princeton; one brother, Larry Nelson and wife Peggy of Princeton;
six sisters-in-law, Judy, Peggy, Sandra, Dana and husband Luke, Robin, and
Janet Lynn and husband Lee; and his mother-in-law, Janet Byrd. He is also
survived by the God-Parents of his two daughters, India and Johnny Miller; a
host of loving nieces and nephews; and special friends at Alleghany Wood Products
that he considered family.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM, Saturday, May 9,
2015 at the G.E. Davis Chapel of Fredeking Funeral Service in Oakvale with
Pastor Larry White officiating. Burial will follow at the Oakvale Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be D. J. Blankenship, Mikey Hayes, David Ingram, David Nelson,
Allen Roles and Maurice Royster.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: June 8, 2015
John H. "Terry" Graham, Jr., 72, of Princeton, West
Virginia passed away on Sunday, June 07, 2015 at his residence. John was born
on December 02, 1942 in Black Wolfe, WV to the late John H. Graham Sr. and
Georgia A. Sexton Graham.
John is a retired coal miner and has been a member of the UMWA for
24 years. He had been a resident of Princeton, WV for the past 23 years and was
of the Pentecostal faith.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving
daughter Elisa J. Nahory and one brother George A. Graham.
Survivors include: His loving wife
of 23 years: Kathy D.
Blankenship Graham of the
home. Children: Dolly "Thumper" Warren and husband Mark of Max
Meadows, VA, Christina J. Brooks and husband Paul of Gary, WV, John Graham III.
Grandchildren: Cruiz Graham and wife CeCe of Falls Mills, VA, Cody Brooks of
Gary, WV, Terry W. "T.W." Warren of Max Meadows, VA, Wrangler Graham
of Troutdale, VA, Caleb Nahory of Hanover, PA, Alexia and Alyssa Nahory of
Hanover, PA, Dillon Graham of Bland, VA. Great Grandchildren: Brantley and
Paisley Graham of Falls Mills, VA, Rayman D. Brooks of Gary, WV.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at
Cravens-Shires Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Jim Blevins
officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell, WV where
San Warren, Mark Davis, Michael Davis, Marty Graham, Samuel Graham and Dean
Weinberger will be serving as pallbearers. Honorary
pallbearers will be Richard and Danny Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: June 9, 2015
John H. "Terry" Graham, Jr., 72, of Princeton, West
Virginia passed away on Sunday, June 07, 2015 at his residence. John was born
on December 02, 1942 in Black Wolfe, WV to the late John H. Graham Sr. and
Georgia A. Sexton Graham.
John is a retired coal miner and has been a member of the UMWA for
24 years. He had been a resident of Princeton, WV for the past 23 years and was
of the Pentecostal faith.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving
daughter Elisa J. Nahory and one brother George A. Graham.
Survivors include: His loving wife
of 23 years: Kathy D.
Blankenship Graham of the
home. Children: Dolly "Thumper" Warren and husband Mark of Max
Meadows, VA, Christina J. Brooks and husband Paul of Gary, WV, John Graham III.
Grandchildren: Cruiz Graham and wife CeCe of Falls Mills, VA, Cody Brooks of
Gary, WV, Terry W. "T.W." Warren of Max Meadows, VA, Wrangler Graham
of Troutdale, VA, Caleb Nahory of Hanover, PA, Alexia and Alyssa Nahory of
Hanover, PA, Dillon Graham of Bland, VA. Great Grandchildren: Brantley and
Paisley Graham of Falls Mills, VA, Rayman D. Brooks of Gary, WV. Sisters: Mary
B. "Crickett" Fowler and Kenny of Pageton, Wanda Graham of Pageton.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at
Cravens-Shires Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Jim Blevins
officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell, WV where
Sam Warren, Mark Davis, Michael Davis, Marty Graham, Samuel Graham and Dean
Weinberger will be serving as pallbearers. Honorary
pallbearers will be Richard and Danny Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: July 15, 2015
Luetta Thompson, 96, of Princeton, died Tuesday, July 14, 2015.
Born January 19, 1919 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late
William Lilly and Emma
Blankenship Lilly.
Mrs. Thompson was a homemaker and was of the Pentecostal Holiness
faith. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was the
last surviving member of her immediate family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, John Thompson; one daughter, Arthena Kay White; and nine brothers and
sisters.
Survivors include three daughters, Darlene Johnson, Joyce Meadows
and Kathy Duncan and husband Mike all of Princeton; six grandchildren,
including special granddaughter Lindsey Duncan Hartwell, Brad Hess, Joshua
Johnson, Jason Meadows, Shannon Meadows and Sherry Thompson; two special
great-grandchildren, Aleeah and Tristan, and several others; and special friend
and landlord, Clayton Hall.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July
16, 2015 at the Bethel Cemetery in Princeton with Rev. Larry Dyer officiating.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1920 Census, Oakvale, Mercer Co., WV,
Lilly, William 43, M, WV, Head,
Lilly, Emma 39, F, WV, Wife,
Lilly, Delila 21, F, WV, Dau,
Lilly, Frank 17, M, WV, Son,
Lilly, Oscar 16, M, WV, Son,
Lilly, Annie M. 14, F, WV, Dau,
Lilly, Virgie 11, F, WV, Dau,
Lilly, Fonnie 09, F, WV, Dau,
Lilly, Johnie 08, M, WV, Son,
Lilly, Riley 06, M, WV, Son,
Lilly, Alva 04, F, WV, Dau,
Lilly, Luetta 00, F, WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MN2Q-BLR
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Ethel Marie Wynn, 70, of Ingleside Road, Princeton, died Thursday,
September 3, 2015, at her home surrounded by her family. Born, May 1, 1945, she
was the daughter of the late Albert Nelson and Mollie Lambert Nelson.
Ethel was a devoted wife and mother. She enjoyed collecting dolls,
and serving as an instructor in cake decorating. Upon her husband’s retirement
from the U.S. Air Force, she was presented with a certificate of retirement by
Brigadier General Howard R. Unqer, USAF, Marine Corp Commander and Chief of
Staff, David C. Jones. She also received a certificate of appreciation for her
unselfish, faithful and devoted service.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Robert E. Wynn, Sr., one son, Billy Wynn, a randdaughter, Patty Smith,
siblings, Archie Nelson, Josephine Keith and David Nelson.
Those left to cherish her memory are her four children, Sandra Davis, of Bland, VA, Sarah Wynn, of Princeton, WV,
Robert Wynn, Jr., of Princeton, WV, Kathy and Gene Blankenship, of Rocky, Gap, VA; Grandchildren, Chrissy
Bird, Scott Rogers, Michael Wynn, Justin Shrewsbury, Robby Wynn, Christiana
Wynn, Christopher Mooney and Samanatha Mooney; Great-grandchildren, Blake Davis, Savannah Bird, Katelyn Bird, Drew
Smith, James Roger Wynn, Jayde Shrewsbury and Harley Griffith; Siblings, Auton
Nelson, Bill Nelson and Winnie
Blankenship.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2015, at
11:00 AM. from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial
Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton, with Pastor Danny Gunnoe
officiating. Entombment will follow at the Roselawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum,
Princeton. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co, WV, Obituary
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James Floyd Fletcher, Sr., 64, of Clemson Circle, Princeton, died
peacefully Sunday afternoon, September 13, 2015 at Princeton Community
Hospital. Born, August 21, 1951, at Iaeger, he was the son of Hazel Vanover
Fletcher Finn of NC and the late Lewis M. Fletcher Sr.
Jim was a contractor for many years and recently was employed by
the Bluefield Area Transit Authority having operated the Bus Line from
Bluefield to Welch each day. He was a member of the First Church of the
Nazarene on the Oakvale Road in Princeton. While his health permitted, he
enjoyed hunting & fishing, and was an avid NASCAR fan.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by three
siblings; Brenda Sue Fletcher, David Shell & Siyoka Bradley.
Survivors in addition to his mother, his wife of 29 years, Karen
Nevada Mullins Fletcher; Four children, Shanell Marie Fletcher & husband,
Robert, James Floyd Fletcher,Jr., Tracy Faye Fletcher & Noah James
Fletcher; Two grandchildren, Jonathan & Jackson Fletcher; His step mother,
Lena Jean Fletcher, of NC; Siblings,
Lewis & Sandra Fletcher Jr., Hattie Louise & Eddie Crouse, Ruth Annette
& David Hall, Tammy Lynn & Rodney Smith, Heather Leigh & PJ
Geoghan, Anita Noe, Amy & Joe Ballano, Laura Jean Maynard, Sandra Gail & Tony Blankenship. A host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday evening,
September 16, 2015, from the First Church of the Nazarene on the Oakvale Road
in Princeton with Pastor John Branham officiating. The family will honor Jim’s
request, his body will be cremated and inurnment will be held in the Justice
Family Cemetery at Asco, at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
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Patsy “Patty” Marie Cecil, 62, of Kee Street, Princeton, died
Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born, June 9,
1953, at Welch, she was the daughter of the late Jack Dempsey White and Nancy
Bell Presley Varney.
Patty was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. While her
health permitted, she enjoyed working with her flowers. Patty was a member of
Princeton Praise & Worship Center in Princeton.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother,
Danny Varney.
Survivors include her husband, Alvin Gene Wise, Four children, Angela Marie Allen &
fiancé Frank Lawrence, Jennifer Lynn Cecil & husband Chris Miller, Ann P. Blankenship, & Jonathan Wayne Davis & wife
Brandie Davis; Seven grandchildren,
Bethanie Marie Burgess, Kent Wayne Burgess, Christopher Lee Miller, Brayden Curtis Blankenship, Bradley Thomas James Davis, Chase Parker
Davis & Taylor Jade Davis. Siblings, Shirley Burnopp, Kenneth Varney, James
Varney, Raymond Varney, & Roger D. Varney.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, September 26,
2015, from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the
Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Johnny W. Gray Jr. officiating. Burial
will follow in Elgood Cemetery at Elgood. Family & friends will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 7, 2015
Theodore Gennings Bailey (Feebie) 86, of Princeton, WV, formerly of
Bull Creek, WV, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2015, in Princeton Community
Hospital in Princeton, WV. Theodore was born July 20, 1929 in Mohawk, WV, a son
of the late Elliot and Martha
Jane Blankenship Bailey.
He was a truck driver and retired from Norfolk and Southern
Railroad. Theodore was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and
friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and tending his
garden each year. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict; he had a great sense
of humor and loved his country.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three
brothers, Craig Bailey, General Bailey and Amos (Pig) Bailey; and three
sisters, Lulu Bailey, Birchie Bailey Hatfield, and Maxine Bailey Crockett.
Survivors include his loving wife of 54 1/2 years, and great care
giver, Doris Justice Bailey of the home; two daughters, Diane Bailey Taylor and
husband JB of Princeton, WV, and Robin Bailey Caskey and husband Steve also of
Princeton; one grandchild, Colton Caskey "the light of his life"; one
brother, Charles Truman Bailey of Bull Creek, WV; Phyllis Bailey Hurley of
Princeton, WV, and Shelvie "Jackie" Bailey Lockhart and husband Jason
of Bull Creek, WV.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday, October 9, 2015, at the
Mt. Zion Old Regular Baptist Church in Bull Creek, where he was a member, with
Elder Arthur Short, Elder Kermit Lester, Elder Fred Bailey, Elder Dallas
Dotson, and Elder Charles Hunt officiating. Burial will follow in the Bailey
Family Cemetery on the right hand fork of Bull Creek near Mohawk, WV, where
military graveside rites will be conducted by American Legion Post #175 and the
VFW Post #1144. Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Sandy River District,
McDowell Co., WV,
Bailey, Ellott 42, M, WV, Head,
Bailey, Martha 38, F, WV, Wife,
Bailey, Craig 19, M, WV, Son,
Bailey, Birchie 16, F, WV, Dau,
Bailey, General 14, M, WV, Son,
Bailey, Theodore 10, M, WV, Son,
Bailey, Amos 08, M, WV, Son,
Bailey, Maxie 05, F, WV, Dau,
Bailey, Phyllis Ann 01, F, WV, Dau,
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - December 7, 2015
Judy Carolyn Hill, 67 of Dayton Hill Road in Princeton died Friday,
December 4, 2015, at Princeton Community Hospital. Born in Tulsa, OK January
31, 1948 she was the daughter of the late Jessie O. and Manola M. Cates Hicks.
Judy was a member of the New Zion Regular Baptist Church. She had
been a resident of Princeton since 1967 moving here from Pittsboro, IN.
In addition to her parents her husband, Dayton William
"Bill" Hill; one brother, Billy Joe Hicks and one sister, Barbara A.
Montgomery preceded her in death.
Survivors include two sons, Anthony W. Hill and his companion,
Cindy Champ who also served as caregiver for Judy and Brian D. Hill of
Princeton; one daughter, Nola L. Blankenship of Princeton; six grandchildren, Kevin, Justin and Kaci Hill and Kaleb, Christian and Dylan Blankenship;
one brother, Jesse L. Hicks of Indiana; three sisters, Velma R. Lee and Nelda
Steenbergen and husband Louis all of Indiana and LeDonna R. Trent and husband
Lester of Georgia.
Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 PM Tuesday, December 8,
2015, at New Zion Regular Baptist Church on Cheesy Creek Rd. with Pastor Roger
Hatfield and Pastor Chris Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in New Zion
Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony, Brian, Justin and Kevin Hill and Larry
and Frank Comer, Jr.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1726643
Zinnie E. Conner III, 37, of Hatcher Church Road, Princeton passed
away Thursday afternoon, December 31, 2015 at CAMC in Charleston, [Kanawha Co., WV]. Born April 12, 1978 in Princeton, he was
the son of Zinnie E. Conner Jr. & Deborah Ann Jones Conner all of
Princeton.
Zinnie was employed by Timken Corporation (formerly Smith Services)
of Princeton as a machinist. In his spare time, he loved the outdoors,
especially hunting & fishing and riding his 4 wheeler.
He was preceded in death by grandparents Bernice Quesenberry Jones
& Charles William Jones, & Zinnie Edward Conner & Leonia Hazelwood
Conner.
Survivors include his father & mother, Zinnie Conner &
Deborah Conner, his fiancée Melissa Miller Poe & her son, Sebastian
Alexander Poe of Princeton, six siblings;
Adrian Conner & wife Kristin, Joseph Conner & wife Jenni, Jamie Conner,
Britney Conner, Tessa Conner & Ann Blankenship all
of Princeton. A nephew Channing Conner and a niece, Graesen
Conner. A host of Aunts, Uncles & Cousins.
Services to celebrate the life of Zinnie E. Conner III will be held
1:00P.M. Tuesday, January 5, 2015 from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial
Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Ron Patterson
officiating. Burial will follow in New Zion Cemetery just off Cheesy Creek Road
near Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Rock, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 11, 2014
Lettie (Blankenship) Robinette Thompson Sneed, 95, of Rock died Thursday, July 10, 2014 at Princeton Health Care Center. Born December 8, 1918 in Rock, she
was the daughter of the late Henry
Blankenship and Mossie B. McPherson Blankenship.
She was a homemaker and member of Lake View Presbyterian Church in
Lake Shawnee.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one
daughter, Violet Robinette; four brothers,
Cecil Blankenship, Roscoe Blankenship,
Howe Blankenship and Kelly Blankenship
and three sisters, Sadie Sheets, Gertie Blevins and Elizabeth
Yost.
Survivors include three sons, Fairley Robinette and wife Carolyn of
Springfield, Ohio, Cyrus Robinette and wife Eula of Princeton and Benny Thompson
of Princeton; 14 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren and 7 great great
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, July 12,
2014 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in
Princeton with Pastor Norman Mills officiating. Interment will follow at
Resthaven Memorial Park in Princeton. Family and friends will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Sandlick, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 25, 2014
Brenda Kay Carroll Thompson, 58, of Sandlick went home to be with
the Lord on Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born September 5, 1955 in Bluefield she
was the daughter of the late Frank Carroll and Virginia Ellis Carroll.
She resided in Chicago for 27 years before moving back to her
hometown in 2001. She attended Rock Independent Bible Church of God where her
brother, Rev. Roger Carroll pastors. She was the manager of Hillbilly Trading
Post on New Hope Road for several years. Brenda loved cooking for and spending
time with her family. She enjoyed planning family get togethers, reunions and
special trips with the girls to Tennessee. She was very devoted to her children
and grandchildren. Brenda was the love, life and laughter to her family. She
will be loved and missed dearly.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five
brothers, Frank Carroll, Charles Carroll, Robert Carroll, Bill Carroll and
Ernest "Red" Carroll and three sisters, Betty Sue Lusk, Virginia
Johnston and Ruby Taylor.
Survivors include John "JW" Thompson; one son, Chris
Thompson and wife Isnie Memishi Thompson of Summit, Illinois; one daughter,
Melissa Thompson-Hourani and husband Nasser Hourani of Justice, Illinois; four
grandchildren, Haley Thompson and Christopher Thompson both of Summit, Illinois
and Jordan Hourani and Jack Hourani both of Justice, Illinois; two brothers,
Rev. Roger Carroll and wife Vickie and Ronnie Carroll and wife Debbie all of
Bluefield; seven sisters, Shelby
McPherson and husband Larry, Peggy Thompson and husband Charles all of
Bluefield, Pat Davis and husband Bill of Princeton, Charlene Blankenship of Stafford, Virginia, Katherine Morris of
Florida, Thelma Davis of Beckley and Elizabeth Blankenship of Baltimore, Maryland; special friend who was like a son, Robert
Ellsworth of Marion, Ohio and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 p.m. Monday, January
27, 2014 at the Rowland H. Bailey Funeral Chapel of the Bailey-Kirk Funeral
Home in Princeton with the Rev. Roger Carroll officiating. Interment will
follow at the Carroll Family Cemetery on Sandlick Road. Pallbearers will be
Brett Carroll, Jimmy Davis, Steve Wine, Mike Horton, Wes McPherson and Kevin
Underwood. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Ellsworth and Scott Thompson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Spanishburg, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: November 21, 2014
Billie Rae Lusk McPherson, 82, of Lusk Hollow Road, Spanishburg,
passed peacefully early Thursday morning, November 20, 2014 to meet her Lord
and Savior. Born November 22, 1931 at Spanishburg, she was the daughter of the
late William Lusk and Lulu Sue Kester Lusk.
Billie was a graduate of Spanishburg High School and was a lifelong
resident of Spanishburg. She was a former employee for the Maidenform
Corporation, and retired from Princeton Community Hospital Materials Management
Department. Billie was an active member of Rich Creek Baptist Church at
Spanishburg. Billie loved working outside, especially in her flower garden,
mowing grass, going to auctions and searching for antiques.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, James Millard McPherson, an infant son, James Ronald McPherson, a son,
Gary Wayne McPherson, a grandson, Ronald Edwin Bishop along with several
brothers and sisters.
She will be lovingly remembered by her three children: Susie and
David Bishop of Peterstown, Donna and Norman East of Lashmeet, Jimmy Scott
McPherson of Princeton. Seven grandchildren, Jason and Courtnee Bishop, Dale
and Sarah East, Robyn East and husband Chico, Wayne McPherson, Johnathan and
Malory McPherson, J.J. McPherson and Corey McPherson. Five
great grandchildren, Abigail and Claire Bishop, Jack and Lilly East, and Harper
McPherson. Her only living sister, Zona Blizzard of
Goose Creek, SC. Daughter-in-law, Mary Gail McPherson of Lashmeet, a special niece, Nancy
Blankenship and husband Tom. Special nephew, Manuel
Lusk and wife Virginia. A host of nieces and nephews.
We will celebrate the wonderful life of Billie Rae McPherson at
11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Rich Creek Baptist Church at
Spanishburg with Pastors Ralph Calfee and Jamie Mattox officiating. Burial will
follow in the Bowling Cemetery near Spanishburg. Her family and friends will
serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Spanishburg, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.seaverfuneralservice.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1524921
Effie Mae Lilly Smith, 104, of Mill Dam Road in Spanishburg, WV
died Saturday, February 21, 2015, at Princeton Health Care Center in Princeton. Born July 14, 1910 in
Spanishburg she was the daughter of the late Zach Lilly and Dora Alice Richmond
Lilly.
Effie was a member of the Spanishburg United Methodist Church since
1947 and a member of the Spanishburg Ruritan Club. She was a homemaker and the
last surviving member of her immediate family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Garland H. Smith; one daughter, Beatrice Joy Reed; two brothers, James
Robert Lilly and Cyrus Truman Lilly; and three sisters, Virginia Stepp, Ida G. Lilly, and Mary Grace Blankenship.
Survivors include one son, William G. “Pete” Lilly and wife Bobbie
of Columbus, OH; three daughters, Dolores Sue Bryant and husband James, Barbara
L. Walker, and Cynthia L. Belcher and husband Jerry all of Spanishburg; eleven
grandchildren; twenty nine great grandchildren; and eight great great
grandchildren.
In keeping with Effie’s wishes her body has been cremated and a
memorial service will be held at the Spanishburg United Methodist Church at a
later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Mary G., 81, 28Nov1906 - 21Sep1988, Spanishburg, Mercer, WV, WV-236-54-6020
+2015, Spanishburg, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.memorialfd.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1604128
Marvis Ann Blankenship, 79, of Beckley Road, Spanishburg, passed away peacefully early
Wednesday morning, June 3, 2015 at the home of her daughter with her family at
her side. Born February 18, 1936 at Spanishburg, she was the daughter of the
late John L. Goad & Nola Ann Archer Goad.
Marvis was a graduate of Spanishburg High School and a member of
Rich Creek Baptist Church. She was a retired cook for the Mercer County Board
of Education, having worked at Thorn Street Elementary School and Spanishburg
Elementary School. Marvis loved cooking and spending time with friends and
family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five
siblings, Athlene Ross, Trixie Honaker, Gladys Brown, Gay Goad & Julius
Larry Goad, also her step grandson Jacob Havens.
She will be lovingly remembered by her devoted and loving husband of 61 years, Jack D. Blankenship, her caring daughter and son in law, Jackie
& Stacey Havens of Princeton, her granddaughter who gave her much delight,
Leanne & Chad McKinney of Nashville, TN. and the shining light in her life,
her great grandson, James Atlas McKinney. Her step-grandson Josh & Kari
Havens & their two children, Dylan & Jacob, & step-grandson Jordan
Havens, Additional survivors include her five siblings, Reva Akers of Woodbridge,
VA, Mary Warren of Salem VA, Sam Goad of Princeton, Betty Lynn & husband
Bob of Clarksburg, June Robinette of Salem VA. A host of
nieces and nephews.
On Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 2:00 P.M., a service to celebrate the
life of Marvis Blankenship will be held at the Burns Wornal Chapel of the
Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor’s Ralph Calfee & Jamie Mattox
officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.
Serving as pallbearers will be Donald White, Freddie Conner, Tommy Blankenship,
James Archer, Ronnie Wellman, Danny Farley, David White & Russell Calfee.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mineral
2015, Fort Ashby, Mineral Co., WV, Obituary
The Cumberland Times-News, (MD) Date: July 7, 2015
Alden "Pooch" Ervin Wagoner, 79, of Fort Ashby, died
Monday, July 6, 2015, at the Western Maryland Regional Medical Center [Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD]. Born June 28, 1936 in Fort Ashby, he was
the son of the late Easter Irvin Wagoner and Mary Alleen (Pownall) Wagoner.
He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Trilba Juanita
(Whisner) Wagoner; four brothers, Elwood Wagoner, Russell Wagoner, Harley
Wagoner, and Earnest Wagoner, Sr.; and a special aunt, Dollie Wagoner.
Mr. Wagoner had served in the U.S. Army. He worked for Western
Electric Company, which later became AT and T Company. Mr. Wagoner had also
belonged to the Telephone Pioneer Club. Previously, Mr. Wagoner had belonged to
the Igloo Sportsmen's Club. He enjoyed sports and was an avid hunter and
fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Belle (Thompson) Wagoner; three
children, Julie Merkel and husband Michael, Cresaptown, Vicky Bielanski,
Baltimore, and Arthur Wagoner, and wife Charlotte, Fort Ashby; two step children, Greg Garver and wife Kim, Fountain, and Terry Blankenship and husband
Scott, Cumberland; three brothers, Jack Wagoner,
and wife Nancy, and Leonard Wagoner, all of Fort Ashby, and George Wagoner,
Baltimore; grandchildren, Alden, Brian, Brittany, Dusty, Douglas, Angel, Matt,
Brandy, Mindy, and Missy; step-grandchildren, Steve, Kelsey, Tyler, and Cody;
great-grandchildren, Desmon and Gabriel; step-great-grandchildren, Abrianna and
Brody; and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
The funeral service will be conducted at the Upchurch Funeral Home,
Inc., Route 28, Fort Ashby, on Friday, July 10, 2015, at 11 a.m., with the Rev.
Charles Riggleman, officiating. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens,
where military honors will be accorded by Post 13 Veterans Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Keyser, Mineral Co., WV, Obituary
The Cumberland Times-News, (MD) - July 29, 2014
David Lee Raley, 44, of Keyser, died Sunday, July 27, 2014, at the
Western Maryland Regional Medical Center [Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD]. Born March 10, 1970, in Clarksburg, he
was the son of MaryLou (Edwards) Raley, Ridgeley, and the late Herman
"Slick" Edward Raley.
David was a graduate of Frankfort High School, class of 1989. He
had moved to Baltimore, where he was a project manager for Henderson Webb. In
Jan. 2012, David moved back to the area and was employed at the Mineral County
Courthouse. He attended Cornerstone Baptist Church. David enjoyed fishing and
was an avid Redskin fan.
In addition to his mother, David is survived by his fiancé, Peggy
McAvoy; his sisters, Barbara Frazee
and husband, Dave, Short Gap, and Yvette Blankenship
and husband, Mark, Ridgeley; nieces and
nephews, Aaron Merritt and wife, Stephanie, Phillip Merritt and wife,
Rebecca, Jared Knouse, Heather Dent and husband, Kevin, Joshua Blankenship and wife, Kati, Ashley Painter and
husband, Cory, Zachary
Blankenship and girlfriend,
Katie, Olivia Blankenship and Emily Blankenship
and boyfriend, Clayton; a special nephew, Joshua Presnell; great-nieces and
great-nephews, Kate, Isabelle, Marissa, Grace, Brenden, Emma, Gavin, Gunner,
Lilee, Layla, Amelia, and soon to be born, Rylee. David also enjoyed the loving
relationship he had with Peggy's family, including her parents, Roger and Linda
McAvoy; her daughters, Emilee Cottree, Amethyst Coffman and husband, Keith
Smoot ""Smooty," and their children, Daimion, Molly, and Landon;
her siblings, Patty and Wayne Durst, Justin and Penny Campbell, and Roger and
Sheena Skylar; her nieces, Lexi and Emmalynn; and the cat, Jazzy.
Friends will be received at the Upchurch Funeral Home, P.A., 202
Greene Street, Cumberland, on Wednesday, July 30, 2014, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. The funeral service will be conducted in the funeral home on Thursday,
July 31, 2014, at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Kenneth Hamilton officiating. Interment
will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Ridgeley, Mineral Co., WV, Obituary
The Cumberland Times-News, (MD) Date: August 3, 2015
Pamela Sue Bowman, 51, of Ridgeley, died Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015, at
home. Born Aug. 24, 1963, in Cumberland, she was the daughter of Jannis
(Timbrook) Malone, Short Gap, and the late Albert Malone.
She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law, Glenn Bowman,
and a brother-in-law, Steven Raines.
Mrs. Bowman was a graduate of Frankfort High School. She trained
and worked as a hair stylist at A Cut Above, Hair Control, and Razor's Edge.
More recently, Pam had been employed by Mineral County School Board as a cook
at Keyser High School. Pam enjoyed spending time with her family at their cabin
in Green Spring.
In addition to her mother, Pam is survived by her husband, Rodney
Bowman; her daughter, Meghan "Meg" Davis, and husband Mark, Short
Gap, and their two children, Hunter and Pazley; her son, Christopher Bowman,
Frostburg; sister, Shelly Raines;
her daughter, Kati Blankenship, husband
Josh, and their
children, Gunnar, Amelia and Layla, and daughter Kelsi Clites husband John, and their daughter,
Harper; her sister, Wendy Sgaggero, husband Brian, and their son Seth. She is
also survived by her mother-in-law, Julia Bowman; her sister-in-law, Samantha
Miller, husband Eric, and sons Cameron and Colton; special friend, Bill Kenny;
and, her precious dog, Mary Jane.
The funeral service will be conducted in the Upchurch Funeral Home,
Inc., Route 28, Fort Ashby, on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015, at 11 a.m., with Pastor
Dan Dennison and Chaplain Melissa Jessen officiating. Interment will be in Fort
Ashby Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Wiley Ford, Mineral Co., WV, Obituary
The Cumberland Times-News, (MD) Date: June 22, 2014
James A. Blankenship,
85, of Wiley Ford, W.Va., passed away Friday, June 20, 2014 at the Western
Maryland Regional Medical Center, [Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD].
Born Aug. 20, 1928, in Ridgeley, W.Va., he was the son of the late Walter Ervin Blankenship and Hazel Clara Marie (Ross) Blankenship.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Steve
Blankenship; and a daughter, Linda Blankenship.
James "Baby" was a graduate of Ridgeley High School Class
of 1946, and served in the United States Marine Corps from 1946 to 1950. He
retired from Kelly Springfield Tire and Rubber Company with 34 years of
service. He served as treasurer of the Employees Union for 20 years. James was
an avid bowler, belonging to two different leagues, a Mens' League and a Mixed
Bowling League. He also enjoyed bicycling on the C and O Canal. Whether it was
bicycling, swimming, or taking his grandchildren places, James was very active
in his own life and with his family and grandchildren; his greatest joy was his
family.
James is survived by his wife
of 64 years, Elizabeth Virginia
Lee (Beck) Blankenship; his children, Michael Blankenship and wife Julia, Patty Tobiason and husband Laurey, Jeff Blankenship , Jill Ashenfelter, Jackie Tunis and husband Tim, Jennie Lockard and husband Chris, Scott Blankenship
and wife Terry, Alan
Blankenship and wife Debbie, Mark Blankenship and wife Yvette, Beth Lambert and husband Jesse, Amy Frenzel and
husband Tony, Joy Blankenship and fiancée Scott Twigg, and Gail Blankenship and fiancée John Yaider; 27 grandchildren:
Anna, Mary, Amanda, Heather, Josh, Ashley, Nikki, Heather, Bobby, Kristin, TJ,
Sean, Brittany, Tyler, Cody, Jordan, April, Taylor, Zachary, Olivia, Emily,
Courtney, Cameron, Deven, Madison, Michael, and Chloe; 15 great-grandchildren;
10 step-grandchildren; as well as many close friends and relatives.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Adams Family Funeral
Home, P.A., 404 Decatur St., Cumberland, on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 11 a.m.,
with the Rev. Benny Brakeall officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Memorial
Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Walter, 77, 06Mar1899 - ??Nov1976, Wiley Ford, Mineral, WV, MD-220-16-6031
SSDI: Blankenship,
Clara H., 82, 25Oct1910 - ??Jan1993, Wiley Ford, Mineral, WV, MD-214-07-4300
Mingo
+2014, Baisden, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
https://secure.fhwebhosting.net/muh/muh/notices/Ricky-Blankenship
Ricky Jonathan Blankenship, 33 of Baisden,
WV departed this life on Friday, January 24, 2014 from his residence. Born
October 16, 1980, at Logan, he was the son of Ricky Elsworth and Janet Lea Dotson
Blankenship of Baisden.
Ricky was preceded in death by his
paternal grandparents: Elsworth and Nancy Blankenship; maternal
Grandparents: Madge and Algie Kennedy; maternal Great Grandparents: Rabon Lee
Dotson, Bonnie Lou Dotson Collins and Orren Jerome Collins, paternal great
grandparents: Kermit Walker, Betty Marie Blankenship.
Those left to love and cherish his memory
are his parents Ricky and Janet Blankenship of Baisden; his sister:
Brandi
Blankenship of Baisden; his special niece: Kiera Blankenship of Baisden and a
host of other dear family and friends.
Friends may gather with the family on
Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at the Mounts Funeral Home Chapel from 6-9pm.
Graveside services will be conducted on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 2:00pm
at the Lester & Browning Cemetery at Spice Creek. Ricky will be carried to
his final resting place by family and friends.
Services:
+2014, Baisden, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.mountsfuneralhome.com/obituary/tommy-clark-blankenship-0
Tommy Clark Blankenship, 66, of Baisden, departed this life on Wednesday, November 12,
2014, from his residence. Born on December 20, 1947, at Baisden, he was a son
of the late Lee and Nettie Christian Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Rose Mary “Teresa” Blankenship, two brothers:
“Preach” Blankenship and Gary Blankenship; and one sister: Shelba “Luv” Cline.
Tommy was a disabled coal miner. He was also a U.S. Army Veteran.
He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be deeply
missed by all who knew and loved him.
Those left to love and cherish his memory include his two sons: Justin (Heather) Blankenship and Malcolm Blankenship, all of
Baisden; three daughters: Georgetta (Carlos) Mounts of Baisden, Mistie (Timothy)
Smith and Cynthia (Austin) Bailey all of Hampden; three brothers: Clyde (Lana) Blankenship and Rebel (Shirley) Blankenship all of Baisden, and Clarence (Donna) Blankenship of North Carolina; two sisters:
Julie (Don) Lester of Baisden, and Connie (Dave) LePard of Michigan; three granddaughters: Kailey Mounts, Christian Blankenship and Tierra Biddell; three grandsons:
Jason Blankenship, Jaycob Blankenship
and Ian Tucker Smith. Tommy also leaves behind a host of other dear relatives
and friends.
Friends may gather with the family at the Full Gospel Church of God
at Baisden on Friday, November 14th from 6-9 pm with a special church service
beginning at 7 pm. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, November 15th
at 12 noon with Rev. Jonas Trent officiating. Burial will follow in the Lee Blankenship Family Cemetery at
Baisden. Tommy will be carried to his final resting place by: Carlos Mounts,
Timothy Smith, Austin Bailey, Todd Glandon, Justin Blankenship,
and Malcolm Blankenship.
He may be gone from our site but never from our hearts.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Baisden, Mingo Co., WV, Funeral
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: April 23, 2015
Benita Lynn Chambers, 46, formerly of Baisden, died Monday, April
20, 2015.
Service will be 1 p.m. Friday at the Mounts Funeral Home Chapel,
Gilbert, with the Elder Hobert Hamilton and Freddy Cline officiating. Burial
will follow in the Blankenship
Cemetery, Baisden.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Baisden, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Sept.
21 to Sept. 22, 2015
Edra Rose Thompson Trent, 77, of Baisden, left this earth to be
with her Lord Thurs., Sept. 17, 2015, from Logan
Regional Medical Center, [Logan Co., WV]. Born April 15, 1938, at Baisden, she was
a daughter of the late Dave and Lydia Blankenship Thompson.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving
husband, Clarence "Bunchie" Trent; two sisters: Myrtle Thompson and
Vernia Glandon, and five brothers: Bennie Joe Thompson, Lee Roy Thompson, Danny
A Thompson, Ray Thompson, and Clarence "Tootie" Thompson.
Edra was an avid fan of West Virginia University football. She
faithfully attended Rosa Old Regular Baptist Church; she loved her church
family very much. Before her retirement and illness, she was employed with many
different grocery stores in the Gilbert area, including: IGA Supermarket,
Bartram Supermarket, and Clay Brothers Supermarket. She enjoyed making many
friends through her work. She loved spending time with her family. One of
Edra's favorite past times was calling her friends and talking to them on the
phone. She also loved to cook. She will be deeply missed.
Those left to love and cherish the memories of Edra include her
niece, who was like a daughter, Teresa (Chris) Smith of Williamson; one
brother: Emerson (Elva) Thompson of Baisden; three family members whom she
considered grandchildren: Cari (Chris) Southers, Brianna Blackburn, and Steven
Blackburn, and one great-nephew, whom she considered a great-grandson: Jaxson
Christopher Southers. Edra also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, whom she
adored, along with a host of other dear relatives and friends.
Funeral services commenced at 2 p.m. Mon., Sept. 21, at the Rosa
Old Regular Baptist Church at Baisden with Elder Hobert Hamilton and her
nephew, Bro. Jerry Thompson officiating. Burial followed in Glandon Cemetery at
Baisden. Nephews served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Clarence
Trent, Jimmy Trent, Jerome Trent, Terry Sammons, Drexel Sammons, Tommy Sammons,
and Scotty Sammons.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Stafford District, Mingo Co.,
WV,
Thompson, Dave 47, M, WV, Head,
Thompson, Liddie 34, F, WV, Wife,
Thompson, Clearnce 22, M, WV, Son,
Thompson, Verna 18,
F, WV, Dau,
Thompson, Myrtle 17, F, WV, Dau,
Thompson, Ray 15, M, WV, Son,
Thompson, Lee Roy 11, M, WV, Son,
Thompson, Emerson 10, M, WV, Son,
Thompson, Bennie Joe 04, M, WV, Son,
Thompson, Edrea Rose 02, F, WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7Z8-S4L
2014, Beech Creek, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Jan.
15 to Jan. 16, 2014
Thomas Edward "Tommy" Estepp, 69, of Beech Creek, passed
away suddenly Tues., Jan. 14, 2014, at his home. Born Nov. 9, 1944, in Mingo
County, he was a son of the late Wheeler and Ruby Mae Combs Estepp Sr.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a
brother, Roger Estepp.
In addition to being a loving husband, father, and grandfather;
Tommy was a retired coal miner and electrician from Tall Timber Coal Company,
and a member and minister of the gospel at the Ben Creek Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife,
Nelma Ruth Blankenship Estepp; two sons Eddie Dale Estepp (Crystal
Jones) and E. Steven (Donna) Estepp, both of Beech Creek; one daughter,
Brittany Estepp (Damien Williamson) of Beech Creek; five brothers, Wheeler
(Liz) Estepp Jr. of Morgantown, Fred (Vanessa) Estepp, Ricky (April) Estepp,
and Johnny (Linda) Estepp, all of North Matewan, and Michael (Patsy) Estepp of
McCarr, Ky.; three sisters, Helen (Lewis) Woody and Ollie Ruth (Frank) Jackson,
both of Deltona, Fla., and Doris (James) Mahon of Beech Creek; his
grandchildren, J.T. (Marie) Estepp, Chris Estepp, Jarrod Estepp, Austin Estepp,
Vanna and Nicole Jones, and Calvin "Little Man" Scales, and his
special friends, Rocky and Teresa Hatfield of Pigeon Creek. Also surviving is a
host of nieces, nephews, other family, friends, and his brothers and sisters in
Christ.
Services will be conducted at noon Sat., Jan. 18, at Ben Creek
Church of Christ with Rocky Hatfield and Gene Clemons officiating. Burial will
follow in the Blankenship Cemetery at Beech Creek with Eddie Dale Estepp,
Stevie Estepp, J.T. Estepp, Chris Estepp, Jarrod Estepp, Austin Estepp, and
Jeff Carter serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer will be Damian
Williamson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Belo, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Dec.
10 to Dec. 11, 2015
James I. Thompson, 68, of Belo, passed away Wednesday, December 9,
2015, at Pikeville Medical Center, [Pike
Co., KY]. Born July 30, 1948, at Holden, W.Va., he was a son of the late
Kyle and Alice Ooten Frye.
He was also preceded in death by his adopted parents, Johnny and Lena Blankenship Thompson.
James was a disabled veteran having served in the US Army in the
Vietnam War.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Eliza Starr Thompson; sons,
James Rodney Thompson and David Otis Thompson of Belo; daughter, Della Marie
Thompson, also of Belo; special sisters-in-law, Loretta Starr and family and
Helen Fisher and family. He also leaves behind his beloved pet, Chaney.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, December 11, at
Chafin Funeral Home with Rev. Joaquine Ooten officiating. Burial will follow in
Runyon Cemetery at Belo.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Browning Fork, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Oct. 19 to
Oct. 20, 2015
Evelyn Blankenship,
67, walked into Heaven from her home at Browning Fork at 8 am on Monday,
October 19, 2015, to meet her son, her loved ones, and her loving Savior, who
were anxiously awaiting her arrival. Born March 25, 1948 at Browning Fork, she
was the daughter of the late Willis and Maggie Johnson Hatfield.
In addition to her parents, Evelyn was also preceded in death by
her youngest son: Brian Keith Blankenship; her sisters: Marie Edna Hatfield and
Gladys Hatfield Harris; her brothers: Hulen, Calvery, Jim and George Hatfield;
her special nephew: Tyler Hatfield.
Evelyn was a member of the Riverview Freewill Baptist Church. She
loved attending church when she was able, but due to her illness, she was a
homebound Christian for many years. Her greatest joy, other than her God, was
her family, whom she loved dearly, and she never missed a chance to tell them
so.
Those left to love and cherish the memory of Evelyn are her loving husband of 51 years, Homer Blankenship of Browning Fork; her sons: Homer (Kristie Hatfield) Blankenship, Jr., of Browning Fork, and Audie Edward (Stephanie Mounts) Blankenship of Hanover; her grandsons:
Bradley Dale and Brandon Blankenship,
of Browning Fork; her granddaughters:
Ashlee, Kayleena, and Melva
Brianna Blankenship, all of
Hanover, and Brittany (Heath) Hatfield and Allison Heath of Hampden; her great
grandchildren: Aybree and Hunter Hatfield of Hampden; her sisters: Minnie Belle
Cook of Columbus, Ohio, Truby Hatfield (Jackie) Thompson of Browning Fork,
Phyllis Hatfield (Jack) Smith of Man. Evelyn is also survived by a host of
nieces, nephews and other dear relatives and friends who loved her dearly.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at
1:00 pm, at the Mounts Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Homer Blankenship, Jr., and Rev. Michael Browning officiating. Burial will follow in the
Carter Cemetery at Browning Fork. Evelyn will be carried to her final resting
place by pallbearers: John, Adam,
Caleb, Jason, Brock, and Jamie Hatfield, Dave Carter, Leslie Hobbs, Danny Hobbs
II, Kelly Jack Smith, Brandon and Craig Blankenship
and George Hatfield, Jr. Honorary
pallbearers are: Danny Hobbs, Michael and Kevin Hatfield, Jack and Josh
Smith, Jackie Thompson and Bradley
Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Homer J. Blankenship – b.11Sep1944 -
Gilbert, WV: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYC8-TZ5
Relatives - Audie Edward Blankenship,
Evelyn Blankenship, K. Blankenship, Kristie Gail Blankenship, Virgie Evelyn
Blankenship.
2015, Delbarton, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Mar.
11 to Mar. 12, 2015
Helen Smith Curry, 84, wife of Ray H. Curry, went home to be with
her Heavenly Father Thursday, March 5, 2015. Born and raised in Williamson,
W.Va., she was a daughter of Claude and Cordelia Baisden Smith, a well-known
pioneer family of Williamson.
Helen was a 1948 graduate of Williamson High School and a graduate
of Huntington School of Beauty Culture. She operated Helen's Beauty Shop in
Delbarton, W.Va. On March 7, 1950, she married Ray Hardy Curry of Elk Creek
Road in Delbarton. She has been a resident of Elk Creek since that day. Helen
has been a proud member of Connolly Memorial Baptist Church since 1951 where
she served her church in many capacities such as Associational Officer,
Teacher, Deaconess, and Sunday School Superintendent. Her church family was her
extended family.
She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Elizabeth Chapter
No. 37 for more than 50 years. She has served her chapter well as Worthy
Matron. She was also chosen as the Grand Representative of West Virginia. She
received the Grand Cross of Colors for her devotion to the Rainbow Girls which
is one of the highest honors given. Helen's fondest memories were of her work
with the Scouts where the meetings were held at her home.
Helen is the mother of two sons, Richard Keith (Susan) Curry and
the late David Ray Curry who passed away in an accident on July 12, 1980. She
is the grandmother of three grandsons, David Ray Curry, Michael Jonathon Curry,
and Billy Ray (LeeAnn) Curry; one granddaughter, Chelsey Rae Curry, and two
great-grandchildren, Autumn Grace Curry and Benjamin Keith Curry.
Family members preceding her in death are her son, David Ray Curry;
father, Claude Smith; mother, Cordelia B. Smith; brothers, James
"Willy" Smith, Elmer Smith, Ralph Smith and Harold Smith, all of
Williamson; sisters, Ida May Smith
Copley of Charleston, W.Va., Hazel
Smith Blankenship of
Williamson, and Emma Ruth Smith Varney of West Palm Beach, Fla.
Family members left to cherish her memories are her loving husband,
Ray H. Curry; son, Richard Keith (Susan) Curry, grandsons Billy Ray (LeeAnn)
Curry, David Ray Curry, Michael Jonathan Curry; granddaughter, Chelsey Rae
Curry, and great-grandchildren, Autumn Grace Curry and Benjamin Keith Curry.
Funeral services will be held at her church of Connolly Memorial
Baptist Church on Saturday, March 14, at 1 o'clock in the afternoon with the
Rev. Danny Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow the funeral at the Farley
Cemetery on Elk Creek Road in Delbarton, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Delbarton, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Apr.
3 to Apr. 4, 2015
Danny L. Curry, 59, of Delbarton, passed away Thurs., April 2,
2015, following a short illness. Danny was born Jan. 13, 1956, in Williamson,
W.Va., a son of Wade Curry of Delbarton and Mary Smith Curry Davis of
McAndrews, KY.
Danny was a longtime coal miner having worked for Rock Springs
Development as a Mine Foreman. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his girls.
Danny was preceded in death by his brothers, Jason and Randall Curry.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife, Bobbi Blankenship Curry; daughters, Lari (Chad) Varney and Kennedy Curry, both of
Delbarton, and Kayla (Chris) Varney of Chattaroy; sisters, Colette (Donnie)
Musick of Circleville, Ohio, and Tammy (Terry) Pigman of Chattaroy, W.Va., and
two grandchildren, Bobbi Varney and Danni Varney. He also leaves behind his
lifelong best friend and his wife, Johnny and Terri Adkins of Delbarton.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tues., April 7, at Chafin Funeral
Home with Minister Donnie Estep officiating. Burial will follow in Varney-Curry
Cemetery at Delbarton. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Delorme, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Jan.
19 to Jan. 20, 2015
Albert "Jack" Dale, born Jan. 31, 1935, at Delorme,
W.Va., a son of the late Harold Sheridan and Stella Marie Watkins Dale, entered
into the peaceful rest given by his Lord shortly after midnight on the morning
of Sat., Jan. 17, 2015, at South Williamson, Ky., ARH Hospital, at the age of
79.
Jack was a retired U.S. Air Force Security Policeman having served
during the Vietnam Era. After his service to our country, Jack also worked for
a period of time as a coal miner. Among his many accomplishments and awards
there were none greater than his family. For this achievement alone was his
greatest blessing.
Those that precede Jack in death, in addition to his parents,
include his loving granddaughter, Crystal Barath Jude, and brothers
Eugene and Earl Dale.
Those that Jack treasured and held near to his heart included his
loving wife, Betty June Dale; son, Albert Dale II and his wife Scarlett of
Bulls Gap, Tn.; daughters, Sabrina Sue Hatfield of Johnson City, Tn., Sherri
Barath and her husband Mark of Pikeville, Ky., and Barbie Wagner and her
husband Mike of Phelps, Ky.; brothers, Bob Dale of Chicago, Ill., Clifford Dale
of Greeneville, Tn., J.W. Dale and his wife Ann of Pine Flats, Tn.; sister,
Barbara Coleman and her husband Freddie of Phelps; grandchildren, Jason Dale, Jack Hatfield, Anthony Barath, Cody
Mounts, Joshua Hatfield, Brandi Mounts Young and Jordan Blankenship; an adopted grandson, and five great-grandchildren also are
surviving. Jack is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, loved ones,
special great-niece, Melissa Prater of Chapman Fork, Ky., and will be sadly
missed by his neighbors in the Delorme community. Jack also attended Matewan,
W.Va. Missionary Baptist Church and will be missed by the family and
congregation.
A tribute to give honor to the life of Jack will be held Wed., Jan.
21, beginning at 1 p.m. in Chambers Funeral Services Chapel with Pastor Carl
Butler officiating. Entombment will follow in Mountain View Memory Gardens of
Huddy, Ky., with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Belfry Chapter No.
141 of the Disabled American Veterans will conduct Graveside Military Rites.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Edgarton, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Sept.
10 to Sept. 11, 2014
Ben Blankenship,
63, of Edgarton, passed away Mon., Sept. 8, 2014, at Appalachian Regional
Hospital in South Williamson, [Pike
Co.,] Ky. Born Nov. 13,
1950, in Edgarton, he was a son of the late Ben and Elise New Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter: Elsie "Missy" Blankenship; one brother:
Gary Blankenship, and one sister: Kathy Ball.
Ben was a disabled coal miner and a member of the Pentecostal
Tabernacle in Jesus' Name at Edgarton.
Survivors include his wife:
Shirley Blankenship; one daughter:
Chestine (Scott) Gooslin of Edgarton; two brothers: Tommy (Carol Sue) Blankenship of Freeburn, Ky., and Larry (Janice) Blankenship of Matewan; two sisters: Eula (Gene) Wright of North Carolina, and Phyllis (Robert) Sminkey of South Carolina; grandchildren: Sarah, Savannah
and Skyla Gooslin of Edgarton, and Michael Hensley of Holden; best friend: Jr.
Dotson of Freeburn, and a host of family and friends.
Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Fri., Sept. 12, at Pentecostal
Tabernacle in Jesus' Name with Reverends Ronnie Wolford, Charlie Brown and Jody
Hurley officiating. Burial will follow in the Family Cemetery at Thacker.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Gilbert, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Oct.
29 to Oct. 30, 2014
Chilton M. Hatfield, 90 of Gilbert, departed this life Wed., Oct.
29, 2014, from his residence. Born April 22, 1924, at Hampden, he was a son of
the late Albert Allen and Agusta Wyatt Hatfield.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his
brother, Warren Hatfield.
Chilton was a loving husband, father, grandfather and
great-grandfather. He was a miner, store owner and operator of Chilton's Market
and Big Dollar Market. He was of the Baptist faith.
Those left to love and cherish the memory of Chilton are his loving
wife of 69 years: Mary Trent Hatfield; children:
Larry Hatfield of Horsepen, Lana (Clyde) Blankenship of Gilbert, and Don Allen (Drema) Hatfield of Hanover; six
grandchildren: Mckinley Adams of Chicago, Ill., Michelle Lester of Baisden,
Toni Faye McCoy, Donovan Hatfield and Regina Hatfield, all of Hanover, and
Mason Hatfield of Horsepen; seven great-grandchildren: Brian and Madison
Lester, Desirae, Braxton and Preston Hatfield, and Caden and Payton McCoy, and
a host of other dear family and friends.
Friends may gather with the family from 6-9 p.m. Fri., Oct. 31, at
Mounts Funeral Home Chapel with special service at 7 p.m. with Rev. Ray Taylor
officiating. Chilton's final resting place will be on his farm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Gilbert, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Jan.
12 to Jan. 13, 2015
Frank Dee Hendricks, 77, of Gilbert, passed away Sat., Jan. 10,
2015. Born Feb. 17, 1937, at Logan, he was a son of the late Erby and Nellie
Clay Hendricks.
Also preceding him in death was a brother, Troy Hendricks, and one
granddaughter, Cherie Hope Hendricks.
Frank was a retired coal miner and butcher and a member of the
Browning Fork House Of Faith. He was a loving and
caring, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and
friend. He was an avid collector; he liked to go to his camp in Summers County,
hunting, fishing, going to church, and spending time with his children and
grandchildren.
He married his loving wife of 57 years, Shirley Anita Browning
Hendricks, who survives him, on October 30, 1957. Additional survivors include
two sons: Stanley Dee (Sharyn) Hendricks of Gilbert, and Zachary Scott (Martha)
Hendricks of Hanover, W.Va.; four grandchildren: Alisha (Alan) Toler of
Wharncliffe, W.Va., Anthony (Shasta Kirk) Hendricks of Logan, Racheal (Mickey)
Mendez of Cross Lanes, W.Va., and Bradley (Megan) Theobald of Parkersburg,
W.Va.; four great-grandchildren: Alstan Judge Toler, Ryder Scott Mendez, Sage
Ann Hendricks, Alexa Toler; three brothers: Erby Jr. Hendricks of Huntington,
W.Va., Paul Allen "Bo" Hendricks of Beanstation, Tenn., and Michael
(Bonnie) Hendricks of Irvan, Texas; three sisters:
Pauline Ball of Riverview, W.Va., Maggie (Rodney) Blankenship of Oceana, W.Va., and Debbie Cooper of
Point Pleasant, W.Va., and very special friends in Summer County, Bob and
Dreama Isom.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 15, at Mounts Funeral
Home Chapel with Rev. Diamond Carter and Rev. Gary Browning officiating. Burial
will follow in Leatherwood Community Cemetery at Justice, W.Va.
Pallbearers will
be Bobby Thomas, Alan Toler, Mickie Mendez, Brad Theobald, Will Ball, Hershel
Flora and Anthony Hendricks,
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Gilbert, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.collinsfuneralhomewv.com/notices/Drewey-Blankenship
Drewey James Blankenship 81 of Gilbert,
departed this life on Thursday, October 01, 2015 at his residence surrounded by
his family and loved ones. He was a retired Coal Miner and was of the Baptist
Faith, He was born February 27, 1934 at Mudlick section of Baisden, WV to the
late Troy
and Rosie "Hatfield" Blankenship.
In addition to his Parents, he is
preceded in death by One Daughter; Melissa Lester, Six Sisters; Hettie, Pearl, Dale, Lydia and Ida: and Three Brothers;
Clint, John and Troy Jr.
He
is survived by his loving wife of 32 years Joann Hatfield
Blankenship, Three sons; Darrell (Vickie) Blankenship of Bruno, Michael (Glenita)
Blankenship of Lake and Keith Blankenship of Baisden Three Daughters; JoAnn (Jack) Ellis of
Baisden, Shirley Blankenship of Baisden and Donna Sue Blankenship of Amherstdale,
Three Brothers; Rayburn (Betty) Blankenship of Varney, Delmar (Shirley)
Blankenship of Baisden and Delmar E. (Debbie) Blankenship of Horsepin, One sister, Nina (Dexter) Cline
of Baisden and a niece in which he
raised Joni Morgan , and special friends; Bill and Joyce, Bill and Eula, Trish,
Homer and Donald. He is also survived by Thirteen Grandchildren, Several
Great-Grandchildren, and a host of Friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00
P.M. Monday, October 05, 2015 at Collins Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev.
Diamond Carter and Rev. Jonas Trent officiating. Burial will follow in Hatfield
Cemetery at Sharon Heights. Pallbearers will be family and Friends.
2014, Lynn, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Aug.
11 to Aug. 12, 2014
Hazel Daugherty, 82, of Lynn, a daughter of the late John and
Minnie Stump Daniels, was born Sept. 6, 1931, at Coleman, Ky., transitioned
from her body of mortality at the Friends of Hospice Serenity House in
Morristown, [Hamblen Co.], Tenn., Sat., Aug, 9, 2014.
Hazel, who had found her way to an alter
of repentance Feb. 12, 1952, and then went on to faithfully serve the Lord
while supporting her husband, the late Bro. Willie Daugherty, pastor of the
Lynn Freewill Baptist Church.
During Hazel's life she suffered hardships including the loss of
many dear loved ones namely her husband, the late Bro. Willie Daugherty; son,
Pearlis; brothers, Charlie, Sid and Ray Daniels; sisters, Myrtle Dingess and
Vicie Daniels; a grandson, David Daugherty, and son-in-law, Jim Jones . Although these loses and
hardships brought tears of grief, Hazel's faith never wavered and she concluded
that the good had always outweighed the bad.
Those that remain to think upon the good times and precious memory
of their mother and precious loved ones include her sons, Eugene Daugherty and
his wife Debbie, Clinton Daugherty and his wife Vicki, Ray Daugherty and his
wife Kathy, and Bobby Daugherty and his wife Angie; daughters, Virginia Ann Jones, Kathleen Anderson and her husband
Curry, and Jacqueline
Blankenship and her husband Edgar;
sister, Madeline Adams; grandchildren, Tammy, Wayne, Preston, Jessica, Alyssa,
Gaije and Jacob, and great-grandchildren, Patty Sue and Madison.
Homegoing services for Hazel will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thurs.,
Aug. 14, at Lynn Freewill Baptist Church with Bros. Lee Dotson and Bill Moseley
officiating. Burial will follow in Varney Cemetery of Lynn with family and friends
serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Matewan, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Mar.
13 to Mar. 14, 2014
Henry Wade Beavers, 81, of Matewan, passed away Tuesday evening,
March 11, 2014, at Williamson
Memorial Hospital. Born June 8, 1932, at Gilbert, he was a son of French and
Margaret Mounts Beavers.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters:
Lina Beavers and Elsie Beavers; brothers: French Beavers Jr. (Noonie), Robert
Beavers, and Johnnie Beavers; nephew, Michael Sullivan, and niece, Debra Beavers Blankenship.
Survivors include his sisters: Mable Merritt of Williamson, Emogene
Charles and Myrtle Sullivan, both of Matewan, and Betty Hale of Ripley, Ohio;
his little dog Minnie who he loved dearly, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Wade was a kind and gentle soul who loved everyone. He will be
lovingly remembered. He was a member of the Church of Christ and was an
excellent woodworker and cabinet maker who made a lot of cabinets for people in
the community over the years.
Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sat., March 15, at North
Matewan Church of Christ with Jessie Spaulding officiating. Burial will follow
in Buskirk Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Matewan, Mingo Co.,
WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Mar.
27 to Mar. 28, 2014
Pauline Downey of Blackberry City, Matewan,
born Sept. 18, 1949, a daughter of the late Raymond and Marie Downey. She passed from this life Thurs., March
27, 2014, at the Hazard, [Perry Co.,] Ky., ARH Hospital at the age of 64.
In addition to her parents, Pauline is preceded in death by her
husband, Eddie Jude, and a brother, James Downey.
Pauline was a custodian, having worked for the Mingo County Board
of Education.
Pauline leaves to honor her loving memory and mourn her passing
son, Sonny Downey and his wife Missy of Stopover, Ky.; brother, Jessie Downey
and his wife Helen of Louisa, Ky.; grandchild, Gatlin Downey, and step-granddaughter, Whitney
Blankenship.
Honoring services will be conducted at noon Sat., March 29, at
Chambers Funeral Services Chapel with Rev. Harold James Layne officiating.
Burial will follow in Blackberry City Cemetery. Family and friends will serve
as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Meador, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Mar.
31 to Apr. 1, 2014
Lora Fern "Fuzzy" Hinkle, of Meador, born on December 12, 1971, a daughter of the
late Cecil Blankenship and Cora Blankenship of Williamson, W.Va., passed from this
life Friday, March 28, 2014, at the South Williamson ARH, at the age of 42.
In addition to her dad, Lora is preceded in death by her son, Gary
Michael Hinkle; brothers Everett, Tommy and Keith Blankenship
and by brother-in-laws Kenneth (Nancy) Hinkle and Jerry Hinkle.
Lora was a cook having worked for both Trinity Healthcare Inc. and
Mingo County Schools.
Lora leaves to honor her loving memory and mourn her passing sons Joseph Ryan Blankenship and girlfriend Keirston Dotson of Matewan, W.Va., and Gary Lee Blankenship and girlfriend Stephine Griffith of
Meador; brothers Ricky (Lana)
Blankenship of Ransom, Ky., Michael (Jewell) Blankenship, and Jerry (Jennifer) Blankenship both of Greensboro, N.C.; sisters
Dottie (Johnny) Prater of Newtown, W.Va., and Betty Blankenship of Matewan; grandchildren Kaylee
Blankenship and Jaelynn Blankenship. Lora is also survived by brother and
sister-in-laws Johnny Hinkle of Ohio, Wayne (Angie) Hinkle of Tenn., Marie
Varney of Varney, W.Va., "Cricket" (Mike) McCoy of Ohio, Phyllis
(Dave) Satterley of Ohio, and Reba (Duke) White of North Carolina; special
friends Cheryl Goad, Tamicka Joplin, Lisa Napier, Delbart and Barb Justice; a
special hair stylist Kim Jerrels and a host of nieces and nephews that loved
her very much.
Honoring services will be conducted Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at 1
p.m. at Chambers Funeral Services Chapel with Rev. Gene Clemons and David Blankenship officiating.
Burial will follow in the Hinkle Family Cemetery at Meador. Family and friends
will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Musick, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Williamson Daily News (WV) Date: December 19, 2014
Julius 'Johnny' Blankenship, 90, of Musick, passed away Thurs., Dec. 18, 2014, at Riverview
Health Care Center in Prestonsburg,
[Floyd Co.,]
Ky. Born Jan. 23, 1924, at Majestic, Ky., he was a son of the late Dewey and Florida Viola
Lester Blankenship .
Johnny was retired from the N&W Railroad as a brakeman having
worked for more than 35 years. He attended the First Baptist Church of Varney.
Survivors include his wife
of 59 years, Dimple Dehart
Blankenship; son, John Paul (Dolly Sue) Blankenship of Pikeville, Ky.; daughters, Gina Kay (Woodrow) Honosky of Taylorsville, N.C.,
and Vivian Leigh (Robert) Booth of Poca; sister, Verna
Quillin of Williamson; grandchildren,
John Paul II, Michael Adam, Seth Andrew and Marcus Reid Blankenship and Woodrow Ethan Honosky, and one great-granddaughter, Lahna Aleise Blankenship.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Sun., Dec. 21, at Chafin Funeral
Home with Rev. Bill Snodgrass officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. View
Memory Gardens at Huddy, Ky. Grandsons and friends of the family will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Newtown, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Nov.
23 to Nov. 24, 2015
Lula Pearl Huddle, age 90, of Newtown, went home to be with her
Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Saturday, November 21, 2015, at the home of her
daughter, Barbara (Roby) Chafin, with whom she made her home with the last
three years. Born February 21, 1925, at Blacky, Va., she was a daughter of the
late Scott Hiram and Lula Violet Aldridge Smith.
Lula has been a Christian since 1954. Lula's life of love for her
family, her church and all her friends will always remain a precious memory to
all who held her close. Lula belonged to the Bluesprings Freewill Baptist
Church at Ransom, Ky.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
husband, John Huddle Sr.; daughter-in-law, Judy Kay Huddle, and two
grandchildren.
Lula leaves behind to honor her loving memory and morn her passing
her children: William (Connie)
Huddle of McCarr, Ky., John Huddle (fiancée Rose Thomas), also of McCarr,
Belvin (Brenda) Huddle of Hardy, Ky., Brenda (Pastor Terry Blankenship) of Lenore, W.Va., Lloyd (Flossie) Huddle
of Belfry, Ky., Reta (William) Stafford of Kings Bay, Ga., Barbara (Roby)
Chafin of Newtown, and Bryan (Kelly) Huddle of Chapmanville, W.Va., and special
grandson she helped raise, David Huddle (caregiver, Cindy Hatfield) of Salt
Rock, W.Va., and special care giver, Beth Hatfield of Newtown. Lula had 22
grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
She will be taken to Bluesprings Freewill Baptist Church Wednesday,
November 25, and her funeral will begin at noon with Pastor Larry Hubbard and Pastor Terry Blankenship officiating. Burial
will follow in the Pinson Cemetery at Buskirk, Ky., with Pastor Mike Smith
conducting graveside services. Pallbearers will be David Huddle, Peyton Huddle,
Eddie Huddle, Roby Chafin, Robert Andrew Chafin, Darrell Justice and Sam
Harmon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Rawl, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Jan.
20 to Jan. 21, 2014
Wallace Farley, 68, of Rawl, passed away Saturday, January 18,
2014, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington,
[Cabell Co.,]
W.Va. Born July 5, 1945, at Delbarton, W.Va., he was
the son of the late Alex Farley and the late Easter Ball.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by an
infant son, Alex Farley. He retired from the W.Va. Department of Highways and
was of the Church of God faith.
Survivors include his wife Glema Miller Farley, of Rawl; his
children Jenny (Glen) Cook of Sidney, Ky., Nancy (Andrew) Collins and Wallace
(Leeli) Farley, all of Williamson, and Martha Farley of Lenore, WV; a nephew
whom he raised, Jeffery Perkins of South Carolina; grandchildren Harlin Sheppard, Samantha Sheppard, Brandon Sheppard,
Kristen Bishop, Kayla Farley, Cassie Yates, Amy Collins, Thomas Blankenship Jr., Brayla Mounts, Aaron Mounts Jr., Kimberly
Farley, Millard Farley and Chris Farley; great-grandchildren Harlin Sheppard
Jr., Braydin Sheppard and Cayden Baisden and a host of friends.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, January 23, 2014, at
12 p.m., at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, Ky., with Rev. Mitchell Bias
officiating. Burial will follow in the Family Cemetery at Merrimac, W.Va., with
family and friends serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Red Jacket, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from July
4 to July 5, 2015
Aubree Ingersoll, infant 7-week-old child of Steven Ingersoll and Ashley Blankenship of Red Jacket, passed away July 1, 2015 in
Mingo County. She was born May 11, 2015, at South Williamson, Ky
In addition to her parents, she is survived by grandparents, Della
and Bob Perron, Evelyn Ingersoll and Charles and Joyce Johnson; brothers, Aiden Blankenship, Reagan Davidson and Robert Davidson;
sister, Gabrella Ingersoll, and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
Aubree is preceded in death by grandparents,
John Blankenship and Levi James Ingersoll.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Mon., July 6, at Chafin
Funeral Home with Rev. Lowell Sparks and Rev. Jimmy Fields officiating. Burial
will follow in the Ingersoll Cemetery at Mitchell Branch, Red Jacket.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Thacker, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Mar.
19 to Mar. 20, 2014
Loney Hatfield, 75,
of Thacker, passed away Mon., March 17, 2014, at Charleston Area Medical Center
in Charleston. Born October 11, 1938, at Pikeville, Ky., she was a daughter of
the late Fonso and Oma Blankenship.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her
husband, Edward "Bob" Hatfield; one son, Steve Hatfield; three brothers, Danny K., J.C., and Bobby Gene Blankenship, and a loving sister-in-law, Nancy Blankenship.
Loney was a homemaker and attended the Faith Mission Church in
Jesus' Name at McCarr, Ky.
Survivors include her children: Michael (Sherry) Hatfield of
Morristown, Tenn., Susan (Jake) McCoy of Ironton, Ohio, Elizabeth (Mike) Beach
and Priscilla (James) Blevins, both of Lexington, Ky., and Tina (Jasher) Norman
of Freeburn, Ky.; two brothers, Harold Blankenship of Illinois and Kenneth Blankenship of Thacker; three sisters, Phyllis (Herbert) Glissendorf of Illinois, Iris Lee (Red) Daniels of Thacker, and Della Ray (Roy)
Browning of Hardy, Ky.; her grandchildren, Edward Ray Hatfield, Penny Chaffins,
Joshua McCoy, Kristy Dawn Hatfield, Daniel Hatfield, Valerie Norman, and
Gabrielle Blevins, and a host of great-grandchildren and friends.
Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sat., March 22, at Hatfield
Funeral Chapel with Bro. Jimmy Fields officiating. Burial will follow in the
Family Cemetery at No. 2 Hollow at Thacker with family and friends as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Thacker, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Oct.
19 to Oct. 20, 2015
Kennith Ray "Mail Man" Blankenship of Thacker, WV. born on April 16,
1955, in Mingo County, W.Va. a son of the late Fonso and Oma Blankenship-Blankenship, departed this life on Friday, October 16,
2015 at St. Mary's Medical Center of Huntington, WV, at the age of 60.
Those that precede him in death in addition to his parents include brothers Bobby Gene Blankenship, J. C. Blankenship, and Danny
K. Blankenship, and sister Loney
Hatfield.
Kenneth leaves to honor his loving memory and mourn his passing brother Harold Blankenship of Belvedere, IL; sister
Iris Lee Daniels and her husband Red of Thacker,
W.Va., Della Ray Browning and her husband Roy of Hardy, Ky,
and Phyllis Glissendorf and her husband Herbie of
Huntley IL.
Honoring services will be conducted on Wednesday October 21, 2015
at The Pentecostal Tabernacle In Jesus Name of
Edgarton, W.Va. at 12:00 p.m. with Pastor Ronnie Wolford officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Varney, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10415/id/2813588
James Everette Blankenship, of Varney, W.Va., was born on October 29, 1948, in McCarr, Ky., a
son of the late Willie and Sally Blankenship,
who survives him, departed this life on Tuesday, November 18, 2014, from
Trinity Health Care Services of Mingo County, WV at the age of 66.
In addition to his father, those that precede James in death
include his wife, Carolyn Blankenship.
James Everette had worked for Lorraine products as a transformer
builder before his retirement. His love for his family was first and foremost
but he also had a passion for music an interest that he shared with family and
it also allowed him to spend precious time sharing a common interest with those
he held so very close.
In addition to his mother, James Everette leaves to honor and
cherish his loving memory and mourn his passing, daughters Tammie
Blankenship, Julie Friel, and Amy Thompson, Kathy
Bowles, a friend whom he loved as his own daughter; brothers Robert
Blankenship, Willie Blankenship, and John Blankenship; sisters Mary Blankenship and Debbie Mahon, four grandchildren and one great
grandchild. James Everett is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews whom
he loved dearly.
Honoring services will be conducted Friday, November 21, 2013 at
Chambers Funeral Services Chapel at 10:00 a.m with Revs. Ron
Accord and Barry Lester officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Varney, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Apr.
9 to Apr. 10, 2015
Nannie June Wellman, 78, of Varney, passed away Wed., April 8,
2015, at South Williamson, [Pike
Co.,] KY. Born Jan. 3,
1937, at Pie, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Alonzo and Albertta Varney.
She was also preceded in death by brother, Ricky Varney, and
sisters, Gail Grim and Anna Lee Davis.
Mrs. Wellman was a homemaker and of the Church of God faith.
Survivors include her husband, Ira Wellman; son, Ira Timothy
(Kathy) Wellman of Varney; daughters, Barbara Wellman and Linda Elaine
Williams, also of Varney; brothers, Alvis (Barbara) Varney of South Carolina,
Larry (Carol) Varney of Pie, Todd Varney and Robin Varney, both of North
Carolina and Anthony Varney of Musick, W.Va.; sisters, Darby Varney of North Carolina, Jennifer Chafin of
Huntington, W.Va., Daisy Warren, Sherry Blankenship,
and Becky Jenkins, all of Ohio, Jerry (John) Gidley of Indiana, Debbie Peck of
Huntington, W.Va., and Alma Christian of Red Jacket, W.Va.; grandchildren:
Brian (Crystal) Wellman, Daniel (Brooke) Williams, Josh (Rachel) Williams, Bob
Buckner, Kathrine Buckner Ramey, and Stephanie Williams Maynard;
great-grandchildren: Taylor and Tucker Wellman, Ethan and Hailey Williams, Kean
Maynard, Kaydence Varney, Lilly Ramey, and Lacye and Chase Williams, and
step-great-grandchildren: Serenity Metz, Rileigh Sullivan and Jayden Varney.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Sat., April 11, at Chafin Funeral
Home with the Rev. Brian Wellman officiating. Burial will follow in the Varney
family cemetery at Varney.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Williamson, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from June
30 to July 1, 2014
Angela Sharon New, 51, of Williamson, passed away Sat., June 28,
2014, at the home of her daughter in Delbarton.
Born March 28, 1963, at Williamson, she was a daughter of Emma Blair Blankenship of Williamson and the late Kenneth Gilman.
She was also preceded in death by a son, John Curtis Fields, and a
brother, Donnie Hess.
Angela was a homemaker.
Additional survivors include her daughters, Vanessa Ruble of Dans
Branch and Rhonata New of Delbarton; brothers, Leonard New of Williamson,, and grandchild, Seth Hall.
In honoring the wishes of the deceased, Mrs. New requested that no
services be held.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Williamson, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Jan.
1 to Jan. 2, 2015
Mary Kay Pinson, 80, of Williamson, passed away Tues., Dec. 30,
2014, at the home of her daughter
and caregiver, Donetta Pinson
Blankenship in Rawl, W.Va. Born April 25, 1934, in
Myrtle, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Ken and Ella Estep Deskins.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her
beloved husband, Don Pinson; three brothers, Kenneth, Johnny and Bobby Deskins,
and two sisters, Ruby Runyon and Lena Faye Hall.
Mary was a retiree of Island Creek Stores, a wonderful homemaker,
mother and grandmother. She was also a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church
at Williamson.
Mary is survived by one daughter,
Donetta (Orville) Blankenship of Rawl; two sons, Bart and Brett Pinson, both of
Williamson; one brother, Frank Deskins; two sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Deskins
and Barbara Lynn Deskins; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one
niece, three nephews and many longtime friends to mourn her passing.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wed., Jan. 7, at the
Weaver Mortuary in West Williamson. The Reverend Aaron Rhode will officiate.
Interment is in the Mountain View Memory Gardens at Maher, W.Va. Family members
and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Orville Louis Blankenship – b.04Dec1963 -
Rawl, WV; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZF-6BTH
+2015, Williamson, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Williamson Daily News (WV) Date: March 23, 2015
Larry Gene Blankenship, 71, of Williamson, passed away Fri., March 20, 2015, at
Williamson Memorial Hospital. Born April 5, 1943, in Williamson, he was a son
of the late Willie and Nebraska Chapman Blankenship.
He was also preceded in death by his sister, Bernice Ogle; brother,
Willie Blankenship Jr., and nephew,
William Henry Blankenship.
Larry was a devout Christian having attended the Williamson Manor
Church services and other various churches throughout Williamson.
Survivors include his son, Paul D. Daniels; brothers, Vernon
(Rose) Blankenship and Ronald (Nancy) Blankenship ; sister-in-law,
Sandra Blankenship ; nephew
and nieces, Vernon (Brandy)
Blankenship , Linda Blankenship , Teresa (Gary) Holman, Mary (Bucky
Taylor) Smith, April (Terry) Hall, Kim Belham; care givers, Pat Lovett and
Adrian Artis, along with a host of family and friends.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wed., March 25, at Gospel
Revelations Church at Burnwell, Ky., with Rev. Charles Delbert McCoy and Rev.
John Victor McCoy officiating. Burial will follow in Thompson-Moore Cemetery at
Burnwell. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Williamson, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Williamson Daily News from Sept.
10 to Sept. 11, 2015
Mabel Beavers Merritt, 86, of Williamson, passed away while
sleeping Wed., Sept. 9th, 2015, in Heath
Springs, [Lancaster
Co.,] SC., with her family
by her side. Born Aug. 25, 1929, she was a daughter of the late French and
Margaret Beavers.
Also preceding her in death were brothers, Henry Wade Beavers,
Johnny Beavers, Robert Beavers and French Beavers Jr.; sisters: Lina Beavers,
and Elsie Beavers; nephew: Michael Sullivan; niece, Debbie
Beavers Blankenship, and her good friend and co-worker, Margaret Doss.
Mabel was a retired Nurse Aide at Appalachian Regional Healthcare
in South Williamson, Ky., with 20 years of service. She loved all her patients
and they all loved her. She will be missed by all those that knew her.
Survivors include her daughter, Margie Blackburn; son, Johnny (Ann)
Osborne; grandson, Paul Blackburn III, and great-grandson, Paul Chadwick
Blackburn IV. She made her home with her daughter, grandson and great-grandson.
Her grandson and great-grandson were the light of her life. She is also
survived by three sisters, Betty (Bill) Hale, Myrtle Sullivan, and Emogene
Charles, and a host of nieces and nephews.
A memorial service to honor her memory is scheduled for Sat., Sept.
12, at Chambers Funeral Home from 6-7 p.m. with a family gathering at 5 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Monongalia
2015, Morgantown, Monongalia Co., WV, Obituary
Times West Virginian (Fairmont, WV) Date: January 6, 2015
Ruth Alice Mahaffey, 77, of Morgantown, formerly of Fairmont,
passed away Sunday (Jan. 4, 2015) at Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
in Morgantown. She was born in Marion County, on Aug. 27, 1937, a daughter of
the late Arthur Clay Rogers and Helen Virginia (Malone) Rogers.
She had worked as a telephone operator for C&P and Bell
Telephone Companies. In addition, she served as a caregiver for several people
in Marion and Monongalia counties. She was a wonderful homemaker and mother
whose family was very important to her. Ruth and Delbert befriended several
international students from West Virginia University. She was known to them as
Momma Ruth. She enjoyed camping, traveling, quilting and doing crafts. Ruth was
a former member of The Baptist Temple in Fairmont and currently attended Rock
Forge Presbyterian Church.
Ruth is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 57 years,
Delbert Mahaffey. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Tim
Mahaffey and his wife Diane of McKinney, Texas; two daughters, Cheryl Blankenship and her
husband Bruce of Philippi and LaDonna Mahaffey and her companion James Mitchell
of Morgantown; four very special grandchildren,
Michael McCuskey of Morgantown, Scotty McCuskey of Philippi, Abigail Blankenship of Philippi and Stephanie Mahaffey of
Kansas; and two great-grandchildren, Kayden Exline of Philippi and Kiley Exline
of Philippi. Also surviving are two brothers, Maxwell "Max" Rogers of
Morgantown and James Rogers of Morgantown; three sisters, Mary Ellen Huber of
Charlotte, North Carolina, Maude Urse of Fairmont, and Carolyn Young and her
husband Fred of Fairmont; several very dear nieces and nephews; and her canine
companion, Suzy.
In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by two
brothers, Frank Rogers and Arthur Rogers Jr.
The funeral service will be held at Carpenter & Ford Funeral
Home, 209 Merchant St., Fairmont, at 2 p.m. Thursday with Chaplain James R.
Riggs officiating. Interment will follow at Pisgah Cemetery on State Route 73
in Monongalia County.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Monroe
2014, Bozoo, Monroe Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 2, 2014
Raymond "Kellis" McClaugherty was born on Oct. 18, 1923
to the late Obie and Notie Bonham McClaugherty in Pinhook, West Virginia living
the majority of his life in the Bozoo Community.
Kellis is survived by his loving wife of almost 72 years, Virginia
Martin McClaugherty and leaves a legacy totaling 51.
Survivors include 4 daughters and as Kellis would say "they
each have a brother": Linda Miller (Ron), Carolyn Cumbee (Bill), Drema
Mabry (Eddie), Dr. Glenn Kellis McClaugherty (Lynne), and Marsha Mann (Roger).
Grandchildren: Kim Trinkle (Mark), Michael Cumbee (Leigh-Anne), Mark Cumbee
(Jamie), John Sadler (Crystall), Kristin Boyd (Randy), Raymond
"Scott" Sadler (Melissa), Lauren McClaugherty, James McClaugherty,
Rachel Young (Emanuel), Danielle Martin (Andy), Carlin Williams (Andrew).
Great-Grandchildren: Madison Trinkle, Samuel Cumbee (Nikki), MacKenzie Cumbee,
Sydney Cumbee, Britt Cumbee, Courtney Lockett, McKenzie Sadler, Dawson Sadler,
Zachariah Boyd, Macy Sadler, Elijah Sadler, Rylee Young, Eden Young, Addison
Young, Colwyn Martin and great-great granddaughter Ariana Cumbee. Sisters: Blanche Blankenship (Harry) and Louise Atkins, brother: Eddie
McClaugherty (Mabel) and numerous nieces and nephews. Kellis also leaves behind
best friend, Bobby Perdue.
Kellis was preceded in death by brothers; Howard, Milton, Eugene,
and Arthur Dean McClaugherty, sister Maxine McClaugherty Ball, and daughter
Glynda "Paulette" Pendleton. Kellis was a graduate of Peterstown High
School, a member of the Peterstown Christian Church, and Sons of the American
Revolution. Kellis served on the Monroe County Board of Education and was a
board member of the Blueridge College of Evangelism. In 1943 Kellis relocated
his family to Norfolk, VA and worked for the US Navy as an electrician. He
returned to Rich Creek in 1945 to work for Appalachian Power Company. Hired as
a Certified Specialist in Combustion Engineering he worked his way up to become
Chief Dispatcher at the Glen Lyn Plant until his retirement in 1988. In his
early years at the plant he was a union representative for the International
Brotherhood for Electrical Workers. In 1967 he was ordained to the ministry and
served the Cedar Grove Church of Christ in Wolf Creek, VA for 35 years as
minister, teacher, and friend.
Kellis lived his life with a passion for his Lord and a passion for
serving family friends whenever he saw a need. He was a wonderful Godly man, an
example for all. Kellis always said "It will be a hallelujah day when my
Lord takes me home".
His life will be celebrated with a memorial service, 2:00 PM,
Saturday, April 5 2014 at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel,
Peterstown, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bozoo, Monroe Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - December 22, 2015
Virginia Martin McClaugherty died at her Bozoo home Dec. 20, 2015,
with family at her side. Kellis would say she had her "Hallelujah
Day". Virginia was born June 16, 1923 at Bozoo, WV; daughter of the late
Walter Thomas and Eva Frazier Martin.
Virginia lived most of her life in the Rich Creek, VA and Bozoo, WV
Communities. Virginia married the neighbor boy, R. Kellis McClaugherty and
their marriage was a beautiful love story.
Kellis preceded Virginia in death after 71 yrs of marriage, 6
children, 12 grandchildren, 16 great- grandchildren and one great-great
granddaughter. Virginia was also preceded in death by Daughter, Paulette
McClaugherty; Sister, Mae Crabtree; and Brother, Woodrow T. Martin.
Virginia leaves to cherish her memories a legacy totaling 48:
Daughters-Linda Miller (Ron), FL; Carolyn Cumbee (Bill), VA, Drema Mabry
(Eddie), VA; Marsha Mann (Roger), WV; and Son- Dr. Glenn McClaugherty (Lynne),
VA. Grandchildren- Kim Miller Trinkle (Mark), OH; Michael Cumbee (Leigh-Anne),
SC; Col. Mark Cumbee (Jamie), GA; John Sadler (Crystall), VA; Kristin Sadler
Boyd (Randy), VA; Scott Sadler (Melissa), VA; Lauren McClaugherty, VA; James
McClaugherty, VA; Rachel Mann Young (Emanuel), VA; Danielle Mann Martin (Andy),
TN; Carlin Mann Williams (Andrew), VA. Great-Grandchildren- Madison Trinkle,
OH; Medic USA Sam Cumbee (Nikki), AK; MacKenzie Cumbee, AL; Sydney Cumbee,
Britt Cumbee, GA, Courtney Lockett, McKenzie Sadler, Dawson Sadler, Zachariah
Boyd, Macy Sadler, Elijah Sadler, Rylee Young, Eden Young, Addison Young,
Colwyn Martin, Layla Kellise Williams. Great Greatdaughter Ariana Cumbee, Sister- Irene Martin
Clevenger (Kenneth). Sister-in-law Blanche Blankenship (Harry).
Brother-in-law Eddie McClaugherty (Mabel), numerous nieces and nephews, and her
wonderful "caregivers" and Hospice.
Virginia graduated from Peterstown High School and was a member of
the Peterstown Christian Church. She devoted her life to her church, Kellis,
and her family. She served graciously as a minister's wife for 35 yrs and a
tireless worker as a wife, mom, friend, and mamaw. Virginia enjoyed her
flowers, cooking, shopping and she loved to travel especially to visit family.
Her travels took her to England, Hawaii, Novia Scotia, Cozumel, Caribbean, Canada and throughout the US. She was recognized as a gifted
seamstress with a fine hand stitch for quilting, smocking, counted
cross-stitch, etc. She could be found at the sewing machine all hours of the
night after canning all day. She could drywall or heal
a wound or run a rototiller.
Virginia was a "Virtuous Woman" as described in Proverbs
31. Her greatest gift was her ability to love and to love meant giving of self
whenever there was or even when there was not a need as vegetables or flowers
from her garden, sitting with someone sick, preparing food, teaching Sunday
School or VBS, finishing drywall or painting at BCE or at church, helping
clean, giving monies when needed or buying a gift for family or friend for no
special reason. Her advice was to "love people to death". She was
kind and generous and she loved her family more than life.
Virginia's life will be celebrated, 11:00 AM, Wednesday, December
23, 2015 at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, WV.
Interment will follow at Sunset View Cemetery, Bozoo, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Peterstown, Monroe Co., WV, Obituary
Princeton Times (WV) - July 18, 2014
James Wesley "Jimmy" Wickline, Jr., 51 passed away
Thursday, July 17, 2014 at his home. Born June 26, 1963 at Radford, VA he was
the son of James W. Sr. and Nora Lee Crosier Wickline of Lindside, WV.
Jimmy attended Peterstown High School and was a 1983 graduate of
Union High School. He had worked for C B & I.
Including his parents, survivors are his wife, Renee Wills
Wickline, one son, Ryan Wickline of Rich Creek, VA, daughter April
Blankenship of Pembroke, VA,
one brother, Greg Wickline of Lindside, WV and a granddaughter, Bailee
Blankenship of Pembroke, VA,
several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 19, 2014 at the
Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel in Peterstown, WV with Pete Dunford and
Terry Utterback officiating. Burial will follow in the Ellison Cemetery on Hans
Creek Road, Greenville, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: December 16, 2014
Cheyenne Cline, 22, of Peterstown was granted her angel wings December
14, 2014 following a life long battle of epilepsy and Rett Syndrome. Her final
days were spent surrounded by her loving parents and siblings. She went
peacefully in her loving mother's arms. Born November 20, 1992, she was the
daughter of Benny and Sandi Cline of Peterstown.
Cheyenne's life seemed short to many but those who were touched by
her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time
in which one lives. Her beautiful smile and lively spirit could melt the hearts
of those around her and though she never spoke a word, her voice and thoughts
could always be heard. She possessed strength and an ability to overcome
incredible odds and physical challenges. Cheyenne gave us courage and strength
and reminded us daily of how precious life was and it shouldn't be taken for
granted. She loved to play and pick fights with her father and sister. When
especially offended she would put out her chin and prepare to stand her ground.
With Cheyenne's passing we are reminded that her life is one to be
celebrated. Although we will miss her everyday, especially her smile, she will
forever remain in our hearts. It has been a privilege to be her parents.
Cheyenne is survived by her parents, Benny and Sandi Cline of Peterstown; her sister, Nikki Riner and her brother,
Bronk Cline.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Tommy and Phyllis Blankenship
and Homer and Alma Cline.
Private services were held for the family. "They are not dead
who live in the hearts they leave behind." - Tuscaroia. "Sing you
death song and die like a hero going home." - Tecumseh.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: April 11, 2015
Dana Mae Williams Christian, 46, of Peterstown, WV passed away,
Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at Carilion Giles Community Hospital, Pearisburg, [Giles
Co.,] VA. Born July 19,
1968 at Beckley, WV she was the daughter of Carolyn Lewis and John Daniels of
Beckley, WV and the late Danny Williams.
Dana was a devout child of God and was of the Holiness Faith. She
was an employee of the First National Bank of Peterstown.
In addition to her father she was preceded in death by an infant
brother.
In addition to her mother and stepfather, survivors include her
husband, Greg Christian, stepson, Blayne Christian and fiancée Callie
Hollandsworth of Lindside, WV, stepson,
Austin Blankenship of Pipestem, WV, stepdaughter, McKenzie
Christian of Lashmeet, WV, stepbrother, Jesse Daniels of Beckley, WV and a half
sister, Tonya Williams, Beckley, WV. She was loved by several aunts, uncles,
cousins, brother and sisters in law.
Memorial service will be 1:00 PM, Sunday, April 12, 2015 at the
Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, WV with Pastor Ray Hurt
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nicholas
+2015, Lyonsville, Nicholas Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) Date: August 12, 2015
Stella M. Justice,
96, of Lyonsville, Nicholas County, passed away Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015 at
Bowers Hospice House, Beckley. Born Dec. 20, 1918 in Swiss, she was a daughter
of the late James Riley and Odessa Shafer Blankenship.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Estle Justice; one
son, Lloyd "Babe" Justice; one daughter, Anna Lambert; and by seven
siblings.
Survivors include her daughter, Judy Martin of Hickory, NC., and her son, Pat Justice of Lyonsville; eight
grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at White
Funeral Home, Summersville, with Pastors Alva Blankenship and Denver Danberry officiating.
Interment will follow in Summers Cemetery, Lockwood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Richwood, Nicholas Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - August 1, 2014
John Dale Blake, 77, of Richwood, passed away at home on Wednesday,
July 30, 2014. He was born on April 15, 1937, in Holcomb, and was raised in
Fenwick to parents Jesse James Blake and Mildred Ernestine Black Blake.
He served in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1959, and was a
beloved member of the community, owning Dale's Barber Shop on Main Street in
Richwood for 44 years.
Left to cherish memories are his wife Brenda Kaye Blake of
Richwood; four children, and three grandchildren: daughter Kelly Dale Blake,
her husband Michael David Young, and their daughter, Emma Dale Young of Mount
Nebo; Mark Douglas Blankenship, his wife
Gloria Stickley Blankenship , and their
daughter Amanda Kaye
Blankenship of Clarksville,
Tenn.; Lori Lynn Holdren and her son Martin Colby Holdren of Craigsville and
Debra Kaye Martin of Craigsville. Dale is also survived by three brothers and
one sister. Edgel (Betty) Blake of Richwood, Glen (Carolyn)
Blake of Clinton, Ohio, Randy (Jackie) Blake of Columbia, SC., and Marcaleen
(Bill) Seddens of Memphis, Tenn.
He is preceded in death by brother Hib
Blake of Ohio.
Visitation will be held this Friday, August 1, from 11 a.m. until 1
p.m. at Simons-Coleman Funeral Home in Richwood, with a graveside service
immediately following at Mountain View Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Summersville, Nicholas Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - July 2, 2014
Elden Clarence "EC" Fairchild, 93, of Summersville, died
Monday, June 30, 2014, at Summersville Extended Care Center. He was the son of
the late Eliphes Clarence and Maude Ethyl Wingfield Fairchild and was born in
Thayer on June 27, 1921.
He was a retired miner from Peerless Eagle Coal Company and a U.S.
Navy veteran, where he served as an aviation machinist. E.C. was the first
administrator of Summersville Regional Medical Center when it opened to serve
the community in March 1968. He was a member of St. Johns Catholic Church,
Summersville.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Williams
Fairchild, who he married on June 30, 1946; one son, Jeffrey; brothers, Joe and
Jim; and sisters, Mary, Evelin, Mildred and twin, Ethal.
Surviving are two sons, Steve Fairchild and wife, Pat, and Derek
Fairchild, all of Summersville; three daughters,
Diana Lynne Feig and husband, Marc, of Clearwater, Fla., Danalea Blankenship and husband,
Tom, and Robyn Fairchild, all of Summersville;
eight grandchildren, Melissa, Lance, Eric, Shane, Mark, Maralea, Adrienne and
Cody; and seven great-grandchildren, Jeffrey, Evan, Landen, Maddie, Kaylea,
Shelby and Sawyer.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Thursday, July 3, at
10 a.m. at St. Johns Catholic Church, Summersville, with Father Xavier Cooney,
SVD officiating. Burial will follow in Walker Memorial Park, Summersville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Swiss, Nicholas Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - February 19, 2014
Lisa Ann Deal, 45, of Swiss, passed away Sunday, Feb. 16, 2014, in Smithers, [Fayette Co., WV].
Born Feb. 23, 1968, in Ashtabula, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Virgil Merle and Elizabeth
Ann Tolliver Blankenship.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Clinton Albert Deal, who passed in November 1999.
Left to cherish her memory are her four sons, whom she loved dearly
and raised on her own for over 14 years, William Deal and companion, Amber
Harvey, of Belle, Josh Deal and companion, Kristen Shamblin, of Beech Glen,
Matt Deal of Swiss and Jeremy Deal and companion, Kayla Nichols, of Swiss; brothers, Tim Blankenship and wife, Michelle, of Gauley Bridge, Virgil Blankenship of Gauley Bridge and Oran Blankenship and wife, Kathy, of Michigan; sister, Kimberly
Whiteside of Gauley Bridge; niece, Connie Whiteside; nephews, whom she was well-loved by, Jamie Blankenship , Timmy
Blankenship and Nicky Blankenship ; and a host of other family and friends.
Service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, at Pennington
Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge, with the Rev. Charles Blankenship officiating. Burial
will follow at Restlawn Memory Gardens, Victor.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ohio, Death Index; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VKLP-NYF
Blankenship, Virgil M. 40, W, M, M, 1938 -
22 Jan 1978, Ashtabula, Ashtabula,
SSDI: Blankenship, Virgil, 40-41,
29Jan1937 - ??Jan1978, (not specified), OH-270-34-3249
+2014, Swiss, Nicholas Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - July 16, 2014
Ruth Edna Acord,
86, of Swiss, died Monday, July 14, 2014, at Ruby Memorial Hospital,
Morgantown, [Monongalia Co., WV]. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Carrie Huffman
Blankenship and was born in
Clendenin on Aug. 31, 1927. She was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Edward Acord, in
2006.
Surviving are her son, William (Linda) Acord Jr. of Swiss; four
daughters, Judy Collins of Oak Hill, Linda (Randall) Sparks, Sue (Charles)
Willis and Sandra (Michael) Kincaid, all of Summersville; brother, Woodrow Blankenship of
Summersville; two sisters, Dolly Treadway of Belva and Martha McAtee of
Brownsville; four grandchildren, Charles Willis Jr., Jason Sparks, Justin Acord
and Nathan Kincaid; and great-grandson, Zander Willis.
Funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, July 18, at
Waters Funeral Chapel, Summersville. Burial will follow in Zoar Cemetery,
Keslers Cross Lanes.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Swiss, Nicholas Co., WV, Funeral
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: April 16, 2015
Tabitha Nicole Blankenship, 20, of Swiss, died Monday, April 13, 2015.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Chapel in Summersville from
11 a.m. until noon on Friday, April 17, 2015. Graveside services will follow in
the Fitzwater Cemetery at Lockwood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pendleton
2015, Franklin, Pendleton Co., WV, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Patricia-Blankenship-102832705
Patricia Blankenship
October 1, 1947 - September 5, 2015
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Harper, Pendleton
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: August 28, 2015
Gilmer Adrian Ayers; On the morning of
Wednesday, August 26th, 2015, Mr. Ayers went home to be with the Lord at his
home in Harper, following a long illness. He was 95 years old.
Mr. Ayers was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 72 years,
Rujean Ayers; his son and daughter-in-law Gilmer R. and Patricia S. of Eccles;
father, Charles L. Ayers of Eccles; mother, Ethel E. Ayers Mitchem of Eccles;
sister, Artith Shumate of Maryland; brother, James Mitchem of Gauley Bridge;
sister, Virginia Ayers Mays of Eccles; sister,
Fredra Mitchem Blankenship of Beckley; brother, Doff Mitchem of
Korea; sister, Arbutus Mitchem Meadows of Hinton; sister, Saundra Allen of
Beckley.
Those left to cherish his memory include his sons, Charles Ayers
and wife Naomi of Eccles; Kenneth Ayers and wife Helen of Fairdale; sister
Charlene Mitchem Thrasher of Lewisburg, Clifford Ayers of North Carolina, Donna
Mitchem Godby of Eccles, Carol Muovich of Charleston and many beloved grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Mr. Ayers was a kind hearted man with many talents. He loved to
serve the Lord through his many musical abilities. He was a man of various
gifts, although, his greatest gift was the love and kindness shown to his
family and friends.
Today, Friday, August 28th at 2 p.m. we will honor the life of
Gilmer Adrian Ayers with a "Service of Remembrance at the Melton Mortuary
Chapel. The Rev. Loretta Taylor will be officiating. Gilmer will be laid to
rest in the Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens Mausoleum beside his beloved Rujean.
Grandsons, friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Putnam
+2014, Eleanor, Putnam Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - January 14, 2014
CWO3 Franklin D. Johnston, 76, of Eleanor, passed away Saturday,
Jan. 11, 2014, at CAMC Teays Valley [Hurricane, Putnam Co., WV], following a long illness.
He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Sea Leopard during the
Cuban Missile Crisis. He later served his country in the U.S. Army 82nd
Airborne Division. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam, earning several
military decorations, including two Bronze Stars. After retiring from the
military, he returned to service by volunteering for Operation Desert Storm.
Following his military career, he worked in the transportation industry at
Overnight Freight and Tri-State Express. He was a member of VFW Post 9097,
Hurricane, American Legion Post 187, Winfield, and American Legion Post 139.
Milton. Born July 15, 1937, in Accoville, he was the son of the
late Elva King Johnston and Basil Johnston, and his stepfather, Clarence
Wysong.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters,
Edith Adkins, Mabel France, Ruby Marsh and Dimple Phelps; brothers, Basil
"Buddy" Johnston and Tony Lewis; and daughter, Sherri
Blankenship.
Survivors include his wife, Eloise Wysong Johnston; two sons,
Geoffery Johnston of Huntington and Stephen Johnston of Milton; daughters, Pamela Johnston Crews of
Florida, Stephanie Johnston of Milton, Paula Blankenship Moore of Buffalo, Mary Blankenship Eplin (Ralph) of Grove City, Ohio, and Laura Blankenship Savilla (Rich) of Nitro; brothers, Charles W. "Wes"
Johnston, Orman C. "Crawford" Johnston and Jerry Johnston; and a
sister, Rosemary Raines. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, Jesika Eplin
Musselman, Sarah Crews, Channelle Emmanuel, Matthew Moore, Emily Moore, Sean
Crews, William Emmanuel, Jacob Moore, Ricci Savilla, Geoffrey Johnston II,
Gabriella Savilla, Zachary Johnston, Timothy Moore, Isaiah Emmanuel and
Isabella Savilla, as well as two great-grandchildren, Myah Oliver and Avery
Musselman. He is also survived by special friends, Joe Moore, Bill Raynes,
Joetta Raynes and the Rev. Sherry Kinsey.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, at Raynes
Funeral Home Eleanor Chapel with the Rev. Sherry Kinsey officiating. Burial
will follow in Beech Grove Cemetery, Eleanor, with military graveside honors
performed by the U.S. Army and American Legion Post 139, Milton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Eleanor, Putnam Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.raynesfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=369796#/obituaryInfo
Donald G. “Donnie” Blankenship, 60, of Eleanor went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, December 9,
2014 at Hubbard Hospice House,[Charleston,
Kanawha Co., WV]. following a long
illness. He was a 1972 graduate of Buffalo High School and a retiree of Bayer
Crop Science with 35 years of service. Born July 11, 1954, he was the son of
the late Carol Upton
Blankenship and Ollie M. Tribble Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Matthew Scott Blankenship, and a daughter, Amber Nicole Magaw.
Survivors include his loving wife
of 40 years, Debra Barnett
Blankenship; sister, Barbara
(Cletus) Price of Poca; brother, Ronial “Ronnie” Blankenship of Buffalo; sister, Carolyn (Bill) Null of Buffalo; grandchildren, Brianna Nicole Blankenship of Corapeake, NC, Cameron Hunter Blankenship of Cross Lanes, and Shayla Nicole Magaw of
Eleanor.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 2014
at Raynes Funeral Home Eleanor Chapel with Pastor Jerry Ranson and Pastor
Cletus Price officiating. Burial will follow in Walker Chapel Church Cemetery,
Robertsburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Hometown, Putnam Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - May 28, 2014
Mr. Dencil Demsey Barnett, 91, of Hometown, passed away May 25,
2014, at Hubbard Hospice House West, [Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV].
He was retired from Avtex and a World War II Army veteran. He was a
member of Hometown Independent Mission and the Lions Club. He loved to play and
listen to bluegrass music.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Daisy Barnett; son, Charles
Wayne Barnett; and three grandchildren.
He is survived by his three children,
Debra and her husband, Donald
Blankenship , of Eleanor,
Steve Allen Barnett of Red House and Dencil Lee Barnett of Pennsylvania;
brothers, Rosie and Gene Barnett, both of Hometown; 10 grandchildren; 18
great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
A tribute to the life of Mr. Dencil Demsey Barnett will be 1 p.m.
Saturday, May 31, at Hometown Independent Mission with Pastors Darren Persinger
and John Hudson officiating. Burial will follow in Haven of Rest Memory
Gardens, Red House.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Hurricane, Putnam Co.,
WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - March 12, 2014
Glenn Webb, 65, of Hurricane, passed away March 8, 2014, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. He was the
youngest son of the late Ballard and Mary Vaughn Webb in Dwale, Ky.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Bryson Lee Blankenship -Webb, and several brothers and sisters.
Glenn served his country in the U.S. Army, serving in the Vietnam
War, then he became the general manager for World Wide
Equipment for 42 years. He took great pride in being baptized on Feb. 2, 2014,
at Redeemer Church, PCA, Hurricane, where he was a member.
Surviving Glenn are his wife, Phyllis; daughter, Leslie
and Brandon Blankenship , and
their daughter, Emma "Miss
Emmie" Grace Blankenship
; son, Curtis, at home; sister, Garnet Laferty of Allen, Ky.; and brothers,
Charles Webb of Albion, Mich., and David Webb of Concord, Mich.
A celebration of life will be noon Thursday at Redeemer Church PCA,
3965 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV 25526, with Pastor Barrett Jordan
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hurricane, Putnam
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: May 6, 2015
Lani R. Sublett, 68, of Hurricane, WV passed away Sunday, May 3,
2015 at CAMC General Hospital in Charleston, WV. Born in Bluefield, WV she was
the daughter of the late Warren G. Harding and Nell Pauline Griffith
Richardson.
Lani was employed by Speedway in Hurricane and Culloden, WV as a clerk
for sixteen years. She was also a former secretary of the Hurricane Baseball
League in Hurricane, WV where she enjoyed working the concession stand.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one brother
Warren G. Richardson.
Survivors include her husband, Amos J. Sublett of the home;
children, Melanie Richardson Proton and husband Victor of Glasgow, Montana,
Robert Sublett of Abbs Valley, VA, Lori Sublett of Culloden, WV, Tara Womack
and husband Lonnie of Hurricane, WV and Warren Sublett of Hurricane, WV; two step daughters Sherri Blankenship of Winchester, Kentucky and Kathy Wolfe of
Bluefield, WV; four grandchildren Katie Sublett, Sydney Womack, Christopher
Womack and Olivia Shingleton all of Hurricane, WV; special friend, Diana Pauley
of Hurricane, WV.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 1:00 pm at
the Christ First United Methodist Church in Abbs Valley, VA with the Rev.
Carlos Hess and Rev. Reginald Blakewood officiating. Interment will follow at
Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, VA. Pallbearers will be family and
friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hurricane, Putnam Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) Date: July 2, 2015
Debrah Sue Browning, 58, of Hurricane, passed away at home on
Sunday, June 28, 2015. She was born June 29, 1956 in South Charleston. Debrah
was a dedicated wife, mother of four and grandmother. She will be missed by all
who knew her.
Debrah was preceded in death by her daughter, Shannon
Blankenship, and
sister-in-law, Sue Province.
She is survived by her husband, Jerry Browning; children, Connie
Young (Dana) of Scott Depot, Tammy Snyder (Dawson) of Scott Depot and Mike
Taylor (Kera) of Culloden; brother, Roger Province of South Charleston;
grandchild, Evan Taylor of Culloden; mother-in-law, Jackie Browning, and
father-in-law, Charles Browning, of Scott Depot; brother-in-law, Butch Browning
of Scott Depot; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She soars on angel wings, flies with butterflies. She is a world
away, but never forgotten.
The funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, July 3, at
Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with the Rev. Calvin McCallister officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Winfield, Putnam Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) Date: August 13, 2015
Cyrus Jon Paul Shank, infant son of Paul E., Jr. and Jessica Jon
Shank, was stillborn, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015.
Also surviving Cy are his brothers, A. J. Blankenship and Logan Southall, as well as his
grandparents, Clarence "Bubby" and Pama Hively, Jon Gillispie, Paul
E., Sr. and Alison Shank; great-grandparents, Paul and Helen Glover and Mildred
Shank; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at
Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery,
Fraziers Bottom.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Raleigh
2014, Beaver, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Mae Elizabeth Green, 88, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2014 at the
Raleigh Center, Beaver following a long illness. Born September 17, 1925 in
Wyoming County, she was the daughter of the late William Dixon and Della A.
Tilley Dixon. Mae was a member of the Antioch Regular Baptist Church. She
enjoyed reading, canning, going to church, flower gardening and being with her
family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Arnold Green; 3 brothers, John Dixon, Sidney Dixon and Elvie Dixon; 4 sisters, Sylvia Green, Hazel Blankenship, Pauline Phillips and Edna Green and a
grandchild, Suzanne Nicole Green.
Survivors include 5 sons, Gene Green and his wife, Mary Ellen of
Pineville; Ray Green and his wife, Cora of Pineville; Larry Green and his wife,
Evelyn of Keyrock; Bobby Green and his wife, Susan of Daniels; Terry Green and
his wife, Carolyn of Keyrock; 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren
A celebration of Mae’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, June
2, 2014 in the Calfee Funeral Service Chapel with Elders, Lonnie Mullins, Frank
Belcher and Roger Walker officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial
Gardens, Prosperity. Terry Shumate, Christopher Green, Michael Green, Kevin
Green, Jason Green, Eric Green, Andrew Green, Mike Dixon, Keith Phillips and
Travis Green will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Beckley, Raleigh Co.,
WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - April 2, 2014
Vivian Ann Cook, 73 years young, went to be with her Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ, on Saturday, March 29, 2014. This day in March, when all
were anticipating and hoped for the arrival of spring flowers, presented with a
chill in the air with white petals of snowflakes falling to and covering the
ground. Vivian (Pippy) was born in Wayland, Ky., lived in and raised her family
in Mullens and Helen, West Virginia. She had been a resident of North
Ridgeville, Ohio for many years.
Vivian is survived by her four children, David Clifton Cook of
Beaver, Larry T. Cook of Princeton, Lisa Ann Monnier of Lakestation, Ind., Mike
T. Cook of Flushing, Ohio; grandchildren,
Leslie Doffin, Paulette Blankenship ,
Candace Monnier, Trisha Monnier, Jarred Cook, Madison Cook, Frances Cook; great-grandchildren, Camille Culbreath,
Isaac Doffin, Brock Blankenship , Olivia Davis, Lucas Blankenship . She will be missed by other family as
well; sisters, Jeannette Beverly, Jane Cook and one surviving brother, Larry
Webb. Vivan has many nieces and nephews that will truly miss her.
She is the daughter of the late Steve and Stella Webb. Vivian was
the 13th of 16 children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank C.
Cook.
She loved Gospel music, shopping and spending time with her family.
She liked watching old movies, springtime and going for long drives; Vivian
enjoyed attending church at the Cathedral of Life Church. Vivian had a large
giving heart. She would always try to help others that were less fortunate.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 7, 2014, at Blue
Ridge Funeral Home Beckley. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Beckley-Nancy Jean Hatfield, 77, of Manor House Apartments,
Beckley, formerly of Crouch’s Farm, was welcomed into the presence of Jesus
Christ on September 13, 2014. Born May 17, 1937, she was the daughter of the
late Troy and Maysie Toler.
Nancy was a homemaker that enjoyed spending time hanging out with
her daughter, Elaine, and her grand dog Reese and her numerous friends at Manor
House. Jean loved gardening and was an “expert” at canning. She enjoyed doing
puzzles and loved being told her and Elaine were “partners in crime”.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother,
Gerald Toler and a sister, Sara (Kitty) Epperhart.
Those left to cherish her memory are her two children; her son,
David Hatfield of Clear Fork and her daughter, Elaine Hatfield of Beckley;
brothers and sisters, Margie
McClellan, Sue Blair, Audria Toler and her husband Dorsey, Sharon Toler and her
husband Clint, Homer Toler, Sally Stewart and her husband Jr., Tommy Toler and
his wife Leda, Betty Blankenship and her husband Alan; brother- in- law Ed Epperhart, and a host
of nieces and nephews and extended family.
Her daughter, Elaine was honored and counted it a privilege to look
after her in life. Jean loved being a mother and took on many roles as a father,
teacher, nurse, counselor and most important a friend. She will be greatly
missed by everyone. Heaven received a beautiful soul on the evening of
September 13.
No services have been scheduled.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Beckley, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: October 30, 2014
Dillon Blankenship,
20, of Beckley, passed away October 28, 2014.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 1, 2014 at
the Clear Fork Independent Church of God with the Rev. Hanibal Blankenship officiating.
Burial will follow in the Blankenship
Family Cemetery at Clear Fork.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Dillon Kyle Blankenship, 20, of Beckley passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014. Born
December 27, 1993 in Beckley, WV, he was the son of Richard Blankenship of Lester and Dawn Bowles Blankenship of Beckley.
Dillon enjoyed being outdoors, hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed
playing video games, working on cars, carpentry and spending time with his
family and friends.
He was preceded in death by an older brother, Cody
Hanibal Blankenship.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Dalton Tyler Blankenship of Tazewell, VA; maternal grandparents, Pete and Mary Prater of
Tazewell, VA; paternal
grandparents, LE and Gracie
Blankenship of Lester; a nephew, Bentley Tyler Blankenship of Tazewell, VA; and a host of family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, November 1, 2014
at Clear Fork Independent Church of God with the Rev. Hanibal Blankenship, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Blankenship Family Cemetery, Clear Fork.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
http://meltonmortuary.com/obituaries/?id=889
It is with a heavy heart that we the family of Darrell Blankenship announce his passing on Monday on Monday,
Oct. 27th, 2014. Darrell died at the
University of Virginia in Charlottesville following a long illness. He was 62 years of age. The first of four
children, Darrell Edward
Blankenship was born on Oct.
23rd, 1952, in Welch. He was the son of
the late Charles Edward and Alva Lea Gregory Blankenship.
Darrell and his siblings lost their mother at an early age. Their father would eventually marry Alma Jean Blankenship who survives.
Darrell spent his early years at Elk Lick Hollow. He was a graduate of Oceana High School,
Class of 1970. He furthered his
education at Marshall University studying for a degree in Medical Technology,
graduating in 1975. His career would
begin at Raleigh General Hospital.
Darrell would later go to work at Prince Medical, eventually moving to
Lab Corp. He was the supervisor of the
Lewisburg site until his illness brought on early retirement.
In the late 1980’s, Darrell would meet an attractive widow at the
Bank of Raleigh, Loretta Turner Wiseman.
And as he told his kid sister, Lisa, “I have met the love of my
life.” Darrell and Loretta would marry
in 1990. They made their home in the Bowling Addition of Beckley. Loretta
recalls, “This man loved life. He was
fun loving and a jokester, even in his illness.” His grandmother instilled a love of cooking,
gardening and even canning in Darrell’s life.
He enjoyed his yard and flowers.
Darrell loved his family.
With their mother dying at an early age, Darrell had an extremely
close relationship with his baby sister, Lisa.
They loved to fish and go the mountains.
It will be these mountains and woods, near Lisa’s house that Darrell’s
ashes will rest. Loretta would often
say, “You know, Darrell’s family just lent him to me for a little while.” So now he will return to them. This man who
loved studying the stars and was an avid Star Trek fan will now set off on his
own journey. He loved God, and stated
more than once lately, “I am getting tired.
The fun times are just about over.”
Darrell felt that on
“ the other side” he might be more useful. It was Darrell’s fervent wish that a cure
would be found for his illness.
So he leaves us now ….perhaps not in sight…but forever living in
our hearts.
In addition to Loretta, Darrell leaves his surviving brothers and
sister to forever cherish his memory. They are Michael Eugene Blankenship of Clear Fork, Lisa
Charlene Ross and her husband,
Jerry of White Sulphur Springs, Ronnie Mullins and his wife, Pam of Nashville,
TN. Darrell was the fond uncle of Kalea
Klaiber, Taia Ross, Shawn
Blankenship, Jessica Lusk,
Lesa Spears and Howard Spears; the great uncle of Dereck and Dillion Blankenship, Shaina
Sumpter, Matiya Lusk and Valerie Spears Jarrell. He was the dear brother-in-law of Kay Spears.
On Monday, Nov. 3rd at 7:00pm we will celebrate the life of Darrell Edward Blankenship.
There will be a “Service of Remembrance” at the Melton Mortuary Chapel. Darrell asked that, “This be a happy time, no
doom and glooming.” His family has
written their thoughts. Polly Widener
will share them on their behalf.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Death
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: January 14, 2015
Taylor Katherine Blankenship, 18, of Beckley died Monday, January 12th, 2015, at the Charleston Area Memorial Center, [Kanawha
Co., WV] following a brief illness.
Arrangements are pending at the Melton Mortuary, Beckley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: January 22, 2015
Paul E. Dillon, 96, of Beckley, passed away Tuesday, January 20,
2015, at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley. He was born March 31, 1918, in
Bozza Vain, Va., and was the son of the late Ause and Rosa Dillon.
Paul was in the US Army for six years and three months (1942-1948).
He then worked as a billboard poster for a total of 47 years at Beckley Poster
Company, Woodie Advertising and Lamar Outdoor Advertising, retiring at the age
of 79 1/2. He was also a former volunteer fireman for the City of Beckley. Paul
loved to roller skate and spent many hours teaching young people to enjoy the
sport. Paul loved working his garden and giving his friends the results of his
labor. Being outdoors was a passion he enjoyed with his flowers. Refinishing
furniture was another love he had as he spent many long hours doing this.
Riding his motorcycles for fun and long trips with his wife, Millie,
was the one thing he loved most.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred J. Dillon, in August,
2000, also by a brother, James Dillon and three sisters, Annie Dillon, Nellie Richardson and Beatrice Blankenship.
Survivors include a brother, Henry Dillon of California, two sons,
Ernest M. Dillon and his wife, Betty, and Gary W. Dillon and his wife, Mary
Ann. Four grandchildren, Teresa Price, Gary Dillon, II, Jason Dillon and Sara
Dillon, five great grandchildren, Kyler Ayers, Kein Ayers, Cameron (C J) Ayers,
Jonathan Dillon and Dylan Hannaford. Paul will be greatly missed by the family
he leaves behind to cherish his memories.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Rose and Quesenberry
Peace Chapel in Beckley on Saturday, January 24, 2015, at 1 p.m., with Rev.
John Jordan officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at
Prosperity.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.mountsfuneralhome.com/obituary/armilda-blankenship-cresong
Armilda Blankenship Cresong, 79 of Beckley, departed this life on Saturday, January 17th 2015,
at Beckley ARH in Beckley. Born August 12, 1935 at Logan, she was the daughter
of the late Ezra and Maude Bowens Blankenship
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving
husband, Willard Cresong, one granddaughter, Jessica Cline and two brothers:
Bill and Jess Stevens.
Armilda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,
sister, aunt and friend. She was a
homemaker and of the Freewill Baptist Faith.
She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Those left to love and cherish the memory of Armilda and to mourn
her passing include her five children:
Dorothy Cresong of Mobile Alabama, Genny (Rodney I,) Cline of Hanover,
James (Vicky) Cresong, Kathy Taylor and Randall (Donna) Cresong all of Mobile
Alabama; her two brothers: James Edward Blankenship of Gilbert and Alfred Blankenship of Indian Creek; her sister, Daisy Mae Abbott of Lynco; her thirteen
grandchildren; her 28 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and
other dear family and friends.
Friends may gather with the family at the Mounts Funeral Home
Chapel in Gilbert on Thursday, January 22nd from 12 noon to 1pm with funeral
services starting at 1 pm with Rev. Ronnie Lester officiating. Burial will
follow in the Browning and Grimmett Cemetery at Bruno. Armilda will be carried
to her final resting place by family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: February 15, 2015
Lockard S. White Jr., age 59, of Beckley, WV, passed away on
Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at his home. Born on December 31, 1955, in
Dearborn, Michigan, he was the son of the late Lockard S. White Sr. and Effie
Long White.
Lockard worked at Appalachian Regional Hospital for 25 years, and
had dedicated his life to caring for his mother until she passed away in
February 1996.
Lockard was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Messer, and by
an infant sister, Billie Gray.
Those survivors left to cherish his memory include his siblings, Vera Blankenship of Princeton, Jesse Stovall of Topeka,
Kansas, Rinda Law and her husband Tommy of Mt. Airy, NC, Carol Vanover and her
husband Charles of Oak Hill, and Linda Ward and her husband Carl of Mt. Airy,
NC. Also a host of nieces and nephews who loved him deeply.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Rose and Quesenberry
Peace Chapel in Beckley on Monday, February 16, 2015, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Bob
Adkins officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at
Prosperity, WV. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Beckley, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Ella Brooke Bennett, 3, became an angel on Wednesday, April 22,
2015. Ella was adoringly called ‘Ellweegoose” by those that loved her the most.
She was a sweet little girl that loved playing outside, especially at the
beach. Ella enjoyed playing pretend and often imitated her cousin, Alyson
“Dodo” Griffith for fun. She had the best smile and an even better laugh. Ella
will be deeply missed, but always loved and cherished in our hearts.
Ella leaves behind to cherish her memory her parents, Bruce and
Jacqueline Bennett; brothers, Isaac and Bruce Bennett; sister, Lori Bennett;
grandparents, Carolyn and Jackie Lafferty, and Wilbur and Brenda Bennett; great-grandparents, Bonnie and Eugene
Lafferty, and Margie
Blankenship; aunts and uncles,
Angela and Glen Griffith, and Bill and Beccy Bennett; and many cousins,
friends, and extended family.
Services to celebrate the life of Ella will be held at 11:00 AM
Tuesday April 28, 2015 at Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley, with Pastor Ernest
Francis III officiating.
Friends may gather with the family Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00
PM. Following the service, Ella will be laid to rest at Blue Ridge Memorial
Gardens, Beckley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV Obituary
Roy Short passed away at the age of 94 on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at
Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, WV, surrounded by his family. He was born
March 12, 1921 at Brier Creek, Wyoming Co., WV, to Alce and Oma Green Short.
He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and GGdaddy. He
loved spending time outdoors whether it was taking his daily walk, hunting or working
in his garden. He believed everyone needed to get up and walk more! Roy began
working at a young age to help his family. His career started at the Shields
Lumber Company. Leaving there, he established a 40 year mining career beginning
at Red Jacket Coal Mine Co. at the age of 19. Then, as a superintendent at
Belva Coal Co. and eventually, retiring from Island Creek Coal Co. in 1980 as
mine foreman.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Elga
Jean Blankenship Short, his
sister, Ora Short Cook and husband, Ralph; a brother, Charlie Short; and brothers-in-law, Earl Walls, Clarence
Lester, W. C. Blankenship, King Blankenship and wife, Grace, Harry Bailey, Richard
Childress, and Don Toler.
Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Cheryl
Patrick and husband, Michael of Durham, NC and Beverly Kourey and husband,
Terry of Charleston, WV; his grandson, Brandon Patrick and wife, Stacy of
Roxboro, NC; his beloved great-grandsons, Cooper and Tanner Patrick; his sisters (both by birth and by
marriage), Wanda Lester, Edie Walls, Mary Jo Walls and husband, Barney,
Virginia Short, Eula Bailey, Helen Toler, Glenna Sue Childress and Erma Blankenship; as well as many loving nieces and
nephews.
Roy’s sons-in-law and his friends with whom he hunted throughout
the years will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: July 14, 2015
Ruie Bell Clark Ramsey, 94, of Beckley, went home to be with the
Lord on Saturday, July 11, 2015. She had been a resident of Autumn Way Assisted
Living in Rupert, W.Va. Ruie, a lifelong resident of Raleigh County, was born
at Daniels, W.Va. on December 25, 1920 and was a 1940 graduate of Shady Spring
High School.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mark and Lucinda Green
Clark; husband of 65 years, Charles R. Ramsey; her grandson, Andrew Perkins;
six Clark brothers, Frank, Fred, Cyrus, Carl, Virgil and infant Dempsey; four
sisters, Mae Clark Poteet, Cora Clark Blevins, Wanda Clark Causey and infant
Minnie Clark.
She is survived by her two children, Regina Ramsey Perkins and
husband Richard Wayne Perkins of Lewisburg, W.Va. and Mark Richard Ramsey and wife
Leola Dotson Ramsey of Gainesville, Ga.; one sister, Mary Clark Baird of
Beckley; three grandchildren,
Matthew Ramsey, Melody Ramsey
Blankenship of Georgia and
Jessica Perkins Bower of Lewisburg; four great grandchildren, Isaac Ramsey,
Ardyn Ramsey, Eislyn Ramsey and Emma Grace Bower and two step grandchildren,
Hunter Cage Bower and Bryan Ramsey.
She was married January 21, 1946. She was a mother and homemaker
excelling in her cooking skills. She loved doing sewing, quilting and crochet
work and was highly skilled at these and more. She was a dedicated wife,
mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who always put the needs of her
family before herself. She was a charter member of the Calloway Heights Baptist
Church where she at times taught children's Sunday School.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at
Calloway Heights Baptist Church with Pastor Bill Parker officiating.
Pallbearers will be Dale Walker, Marvin Alfrey, Ira Lee, Jerry Shaffer, Howard
Jones and David Lilly.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Death
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - December 10, 2015
William "Little Bill" Marshall Blankenship, 16, of Beckley died Monday, Dec. 7th,
2015.
Arrangements are pending at the Melton Mortuary, Beckley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
In Memory of Margaret
Blankenship - October 1, 1949
- December 21, 2015
Arrangements under the direction of Blue
Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014,
Bolt, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 14, 2014
March 8, 2014, our precious mother and grandmother, Dorthy
"Marie" Severt, affectionately known as "Marie" and
"Mimi" to her grandchildren, passed away. Marie was born on July 21,
1939, and was the youngest of three children of the late Dorthy E. Hodge Harvey
and Marvin G. Harvey of Corinne, W.Va. Marie enjoyed her favorite pastimes
watching "Food Network," doing puzzle books, and especially spending
time with her grandchildren, family and friends.
Marie was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Roy Jones
Severt, sister, Norma Cooper; and a son Roy Jones Severt Jr.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Joanie (Michael) Blankenship of Bolt, W.Va., a son Jesse Severt of
Bolt, and a sister Carroll Thompson of Loveland, Ohio. Also surviving her are
her beloved grandchildren,
Christopher Browning, Kahlen Browning, Tyler Blankenship,
and she will be missed by several nieces and nephews. Marie was loved by many
friends and neighbors and will be truly missed by all.
Visitation will held on March 14, 2014, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the
Breckenridge Baptist Church, Bolt, with services following at 5 p.m. Pastor
Dewey Lowe will be officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Bolt, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: July 4, 2015
Anna Laura Cook Daniel, 82, of Bolt, daughter of the late Ash and
Wilma Brown Cook, went to be with the Lord on Thursday evening, July 2nd, 2015,
at her home in Bolt. She had been in declining health for a number of years.
Anna, who was also known as "Pooch," was born on Sept. 3, 1932.
She was from a large family and became the mother to her small
sisters at the age of 12 when her own mother and baby sister died during
childbirth. Anna raised her family in Saxon and moved to Bolt in 1977. She
enjoyed quilting, gardening, reading and spending time with her family. She
attended Cove Creek Community Church where she has been a member all her adult
life. A dedicated servant of the Lord, she gave of herself one hundred percent
to the congregations and communities. Anna's many friends, extended family and
neighbors will miss seeing and talking to her daily.
Anna was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Raymond
Daniel; two sisters, Hazel Meek and Goldie Agosto; and stepmother, Nina Cook.
Those left to honor her memory are her eight children: Wilma Noel
and her companion, Carl Gable, Peggy and husband, Garry Hall, Reta and husband,
Danny Harvey, Sharon and husband, Bob Milligan, Rick and wife Carla Daniel,
Mark and wife, Pam Daniel, Lois and husband, Shawn Dewese, and Gary and wife,
Alicia Daniel. She was grandmother to:
Senator Daniel Hall, Jonathan and wife, Rebecca Hall, Michael and wife,
Stephanie Harvey, Matthew Harvey, Anthony Harvey, Lindsay and husband, Cody
Acord, Tara and husband, Charles Vass, Ashley and husband, Bill Chouinard,
Julia Milligan and fiancé, Chris, Allison and husband, Chris Blankenship, Ce Ce Milligan, Branson Dewese, Carson Dewese, Mykal Daniel, Solomon Daniel. She was the great grandmother to: Will Chouinard, Alex Chouinard, Landon Hall, Bryson Blankenship, Samantha Milligan, Chase Acord, Brody
Acord, Ronan Rex, Annalee Chouinard, Leela Vass, Nathaniel Harvey, Rylee Blankenship, Harley Rex (who
will be here in September). Eight sisters: Ellen Stover, Mary Whiting, Diane
Pierce, Sue Galaczynski and Stanley, Iva Brand and companion, Coleman, Kathy
and Harry Alpaugh, Sissy and Scott Halstead, Gail Clay; two brothers, Bill and
Valerie Wills and Bob and Lou Wills.
Funeral services will be Sunday, July 5th, at 5 p.m. at the Melton
Mortuary Chapel. The Rev. Cleve Allen will be officiating. The family will
receive friends at 3 p.m. at the mortuary. Anna will be laid to rest at the
Daniel Cemetery beside her husband, Raymond. Grandsons will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bradley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Robert Lee “Bob” Harrah, Sr., 77, of Bradley, went home to be with
his Lord and Savior, Wednesday, December 16, 2015. He was the son of the late
Melvin Harrah and Lilly Sims Harrah. He was born October 5, 1938 in Boomer,
West Virginia.
Bob was a disabled Army Veteran. He was a Godly man who was of the
Baptist faith. He enjoyed listening to music.
In addition to his parents, those preceding him in death are his wife, Blanche Ann Blankenship Harrah; brothers, Walter, Calvin, Raymond, Ralph and Melvin
Harrah; sisters, Lola Diehl and Eunice Harrah.
Those left to cherish Bob’s memory are daughters, Gwendolyn Gilliam
and husband Rusty of Fredericksburg, Virginia and Barbara Lee Daugherty of
Bradley; sons, Robert Lee Harrah, Jr. and wife Susan of Lookout, West Virginia
and Melvin Allen Harrah and wife Amy of Beckwith, West Virginia; grandchildren,
Molly Breton and husband Ben, Joshua Gilliam and wife Meghan, Braxton Daugherty
and wife Autumn, Robert William Harrah, and Angelica Lynn Harrah;
great-grandchildren, Ayden, Noah, Paris Mae and Raelynn Faith.
Service will be held Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 1pm at
Dodd-Payne-Hess Funeral Home with Pastor Delmas Wolfe officiating. Burial will
follow at Fayetteville Huse Memorial Park with friends and family to serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Coal City, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Gregory Lee Plumley, 45, of Coal City, WV, passed from this life on
July 7, 2014 at his home. Heaven gained a precious, loving angel. Gregory was
the firstborn son of Harold D. and Katherine J. Plumley. Being
born on February 18, 1969 in Trenton, Michigan.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Joe Plumley,
Jr.; his maternal grandparents, Esau P. and Lilly Augusta Cook and a step son Allen Ray Blankenship.
Surviving are his dear wife, Alice Plumley; his loving parents,
Harold and Katherine Plumley; his loving brother, Christopher Dean Plumley; his
paternal grandmother, Gladys Lorene Plumley; his special niece, Ciara E.
Plumley; stepchildren, Robert Blankenship, Brian Blankenship, Alice “Tiny” James and husband, Ernie; two special step-granddaughters,
Salena Collier and Alyssa James; a special step-grandson, Jason James all whom
he loved very much. He also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins and
friends who loved him dearly.
Gregory was a very loving husband, brother, son and friend. He was
a very protective man. When you were with him you didn’t have to worry about
anyone messing with you. He worked as a tractor mechanic before being disabled.
He loved four wheel riding with his friends and collecting exotic pets. He
enjoyed making people in his life happy. He was a self-professed mama’s boy and
would happily tell anyone. Family and friends were very important to him and
they knew it. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Gregory was of the
Christian faith.
In keeping with his wishes, Gregory will be cremated. A memorial
service will be held at 6:00 PM Friday, July 11, 2014 at Blue Ridge Funeral
Home, Beckley with Rev. Richard Wagoner officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Allen R., 31, 02Dec1978 - 24Nov2010, (FO), WV-234-17-9119
2015, Cool Ridge, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: June 16, 2015
Brian Joseph Lambert, 51, of Cool Ridge, WV, passed away peacefully
at his home on June 7, 2015. Brian was born November 22, 1963, in Princeton, WV
and grew up in Athens, WV.
Brian enjoyed the outdoors and trees. Brian's early love of driving
in competition dirt track racing fostered his later passion for attending
NASCAR and drag strip races with his wife, Jamie, and nephew, Aaron. He also
spent his later days working on his trucks and visiting with his many friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rev. Lucian Aaron
Dorsey and wife, Geraldine Dorsey Ridlinger and Theodore Preston Lambert and
wife, Kathryn, all of Athens.
Survivors left to cherish his memory include his parents, Sally
Eugenia Lambert Laufer and stepfather, James "Rudy" Laufer of Moses
Lake, WA, and Billy Joe Lambert and stepmother, Joyce, of Atmore, AL. In
addition, he is survived by the love of his life, Jamie Lee Lambert, and his
stepdaughter, Lauren Yvonne Hicks. Brian was also the father of three sons:
Heath, Josh and Preston Lambert. He leaves behind two brothers: Jeffrey David
Lambert and wife, Regina of Milton, FL, and Billy Ray Lambert, wife Heidi, and
their daughters, Avia and Oceanna of Waldport, OR. His aunts and uncles include Polly Hughes of Pratt, WV, Dr. Bonnie
Dorsey and husband, Ward White, Jr. of Speedway, WV, Betsy Blankenship of Princeton, WV, Randy Dorsey and wife,
Kathy, of Camp Creek, WV, and the late Audris Hagerman. He will be fondly
remembered by his extended family: sister-in-law, Sue Pack, brother and
sister-in-law, David and Yvonnia Griffith; nephews, Aaron and Matthew Griffith;
nieces, Adrian Ayersman and her husband, David, Amanda Rutledge and her
husband, Russell, and Ashley Scott. Also known as "Uncle Easter
Bunny", he will be greatly missed by his seven great nieces and nephews.
Pastor Wayne Bolen will be officiating a
memorial service to celebrate Brian's life at Mountain Creek Baptist Church in
Dunns, WV. The service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, June 20, 2015.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Cool Ridge, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - December 24, 2015
On Monday, December 21, 2015, our most cherished, Margaret Ann Lilly Blankenship went home to be with her Mom, Dad, brother
and sister. A resident of Cool Ridge, Margaret was 66 years of age. Margaret
passed away at the Bowers Hospice House following a long illness and a broken
heart. Born October 1, 1949, she was the daughter of Lundy Mason and Tina
Beatrice Pack-Lilly.
Margaret enjoyed spending time with her grandsons, Mason and
Elijah. She was accomplished in cooking, famous for her sweet potatoes.
Margaret was a homemaker and loving wife for 36 years to her late husband, Wayne Herald Blankenship. She has spent the last three years of her
life in the Hilltop Nursing Home, where she was adored by so many of the
caretakers there that she considered them family.
Those left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Jodi Farley and husband, Joe of Cool Ridge and Brandi Blankenship and companion, Kenny Garrett of Ghent; her
nephew, Bob Willy who was more like a brother to her and his wife, Betty of
Ghent; and finally her two loving grandsons, Mason Wayne Farley and Elijah Alan
Lester.
Margaret's services were private. She was laid to rest in the Blue
Ridge Memorial Gardens at Prosperity.
And the words,
"Sleep in Heavenly Peace," will have such a different meaning this
Christmas…
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Cool Ridge, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Jackie Delane Norman, 62, of Cool Ridge, passed away December 29,
2015. He was the son of the late Colen Norman and Jessie Meadows Norman. He was
born August 24, 1953 in Wyoming County, West Virginia. He worked as a roof
bolter in the coal mines. Jackie enjoyed hunting, fishing and 4-wheeling.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Colen Norman and Jessie
Meadows Norman; brother, Robert Norman; sister, Roberta Graham.
Those left to cherish his memories is his wife of 41 years, Shelia
Norman; son, Delane Norman and wife Belinda of Ghent; brothers, Ronald Norman
and wife Judy of Amigo, and Randall Norman and wife Nancy of North Carolina; sisters, Rita Lilly and husband Velmar
of Ohio, Rema Blankenship and husband
Bobby of Odd, and Ruby Reed of Rhodell;
grandchildren, Emily Norman and Noah Norman.
Services will be held at the Williams-Blue Ridge Funeral Home,
Monday, January, 2016 at 1 pm with Pastor Luke Luzier
officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Friends and
family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Daniels, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: January 13, 2015
On January 11, 2015, Charles Edgar Massie of Daniels,
entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior. His final hours were spent
surrounded by his loving family. Charles was the son of the late Edgar Poe
Massie and Thelma Pearl Harvey Massie.
He was preceded in death by his brother, James Ray Massie in
September 2014.
Charles was a member of the Victory Baptist Church at Beaver and
the UMWA. He was a "coal man." He also enjoyed antique cars, mowing grass,
and reading or listening to the Bible. He loved Jesus and his church family.
Charles is survived by his precious wife and best friend of 57
years, Joyce Marie Stewart Massie; three children, Roger Dean Massie, Debra
Lynn Massie, Michelle Massie Goodwin, and son-in-law Michael Goodwin. Special family members, Trela Akers, Linda
and Darrell Blankenship and their three
children. Charles and Joyce love their grandchildren so much, Brandi
Lilly, Alexandria Harris, Miranda Goodwin, Damon Copley, and two great
granddaughters, Alexis and Autumn Lilly. They also have several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Rose and Quesenberry
Peace Chapel in Beckley on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at noon, with Dr. Rollan
Roberts officiating. Burial will follow at Williams and Watts Cemetery at White
Oak. Pallbearers will be family members and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Fairdale, Raleigh Co., WV, Death
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: August 2, 2015
Darlene Velos Blankenship, 57, of Fairdale, passed away Friday, July 31, 2015, at Bowers
Hospice House, Beckley.
The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home,
Lynco.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Fairdale, Raleigh Co., WV, Funeral
Posted: Friday, August 7, 2015 3:00 am
Darlene Velos Blankenship, 57, of
Fairdale, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2015.
A memorial service will be held at 11
a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at the Bolt Fundamental Baptist Church, Bolt,
with Bro. Jim Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Cook Cemetery, Lynco. In
keeping with her wishes she will be cremated.
+2015, MacArthur, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: June 11, 2015
It is with great sadness that we the family of Tom Darnell announce
his untimely passing. Tom passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7th, 2015 at
his home in MacArthur. He was in his 71st year. Born on Sept. 7th, 1943, at
Sophia, he was the son of Lena Lovell Darnell and the late Delmar Darnell. He
had three brothers and one sister.
Tom lived most of his life in MacArthur. He spent his early years
in Sophia where he was a graduate of Sophia High School, before joining the Air
Force. Tom was stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro, NC,
where he met his dear friend and "second father," Ralph Gurley who
mentored him in business. This is also where Tom developed a taste for North
Carolina Bar-B-Q. After his discharge from the Air Force, Tom returned to West
Virginia where he worked at various mines as a foreman for Eastern Coal until
1975.
On Halloween Day in 1970, he married the loved of his life, Gloria
Jean French. After they met at the local Ford dealership, Tom would always
joke, "Jeanie came with the red convertible he bought!" In 1975, Tom
found his calling while on vacation. He was talked into buying some furniture
to re-sell. For the past 40 years, he has been the owner of Darnell Furniture
in MacArthur.
Tom and Jeanie were inseparable. In later years, it was rare to see
one without the other. Most of all, Tom was a loving and wonderful father.
Tommy, the oldest was his hunting and fishing buddy. Tim, a physician, and his
wife Patricia blessed Tom and Jeanie with two grandchildren, Caroline and
Charley, whom he loved with all his heart. Tom's gentle guidance and kind heart
will be greatly missed.
Tom is also survived by his sister
and brothers, Jennifer Blankenship and her husband, Leonard of Tampa, Fla. and their children, Tammy
and Michael; Aaron Darnell and his wife, Helen of Martinsburg, and their
children, David and Daria Darnell; Steven Darnell and his companion, Diane of
Fairdale and his daughter, Diana and husband, Julian Chipley; Larry Darnell and
his wife, Vickie of Prosperity and their daughter, Holly Darnell. Tom has loads
of cousins all over the US from Beckley, to Texas to Wisconsin.
On Friday, June 12th at 12 noon we will honor the life of Tom
Darnell with a "Service of Remembrance" at the Melton Mortuary
Chapel. Rev. Doc Adkins will be officiating. Tom will be laid to rest in the
Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at Prosperity. The honor of carrying Tom has been
given to William McKinney, Clarence Shrewsbury, James Canaday, Dale
Fitzpatrick, Tommy Darnell and Doug Lovell.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Leonard Wayne Blankenship – b.06May1945 -
Tampa, FL: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KLRS-42F
Relatives: Jennifer D. Blankenship,
Michael Wayne Blankenship.
Raleigh Co., WV, Marriage;
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Leonard Wayne Blankenship - Jennifer Lou
Darnell – 29Jun1968
2015, Stanaford, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Donald Ray Smith, Sr., 75 of Stanaford, passed away, Monday,
December 21, 2015 following a short illness. Born January 26, 1940 in
Richlands, Virginia, he was the son of the late Luther Smith and Mary Blankenship Smith.
Donald served his country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed
going to WVU football and basketball games and going to the beach. He loved
being with his family and friends, especially his granddaughter.
Preceding him in death are his parents, Luther Smith and Mary Blankenship Smith.
Those left to cherish Donald’s memory is his wife of 50 years,
Juanita Gill Smith; son, Donald Ray Smith, Jr. and wife Cindy of Pinch, West
Virginia; granddaughter, Autumn Smith of Pinch; brothers-in-laws, Frank Price
and wife Libby of Pinch, West Virginia and Ted Gill and wife Kitty of Martinez,
Georgia and Clarence Gill of Stanaford; niece, Tammy Collins; nephews, John
Price of Charleston and Rick Thompson of Concord, North Carolina.
A memorial services will be held at Blue Ridge Funeral Home,
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 2 pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Shady Spring, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: June 6, 2015
Darrel Wayne Stone, 60, of Shady Spring, formerly of Matheny,
W.Va., passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 after fighting a courageous battle
with lung cancer. Darrel was born on September 13, 1954 to parents, Allen J.
and Geraldine Lambert Stone.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Geraldine Stone in 2010;
two nephews, Jeremy Fain in 1982, and Mark Stone in 1996; one great-nephew,
Ayden Cooper in 2015; maternal grandparents, Frank and Sylvia Thompson Lambert;
and paternal grandparents, Ulla Stone, and Joe and Annabelle Roman Stone Gill.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Shari Goodson Stone
of Shady Spring; father, Allen J. Stone and fiancé, Ellen Lambert of Matheny:
daughter, Salena Stone of Shady Spring; two sons, James Adam Logsdon and wife, Tara
of Summersville, and Brian "BJ" Logsdon of Kopperston, W.Va.;
father-in-law, Bill Goodson of Oceana; brother, Allen U. "Peanut"
Stone of Beckley; two sisters, Rita "Susie"Blankenship and husband,
William of Matheny, and Dorothy Bowyer of Bolt;
three nephews, Josh Fain and wife, Brittany of Matheny, James Darrel Blankenship and wife, Sierra of Matheny, and Ray Cooper and wife, Amber
of Fairdale; and four grandchildren, Brandon Justice of Bolt, Emily Logsdon of
Beckley, Trent Wood of Summersville, and James Adam Logsdon Jr. of
Summersville.
Darrel also had a loving, extensive family from the Coal Miners of
Southern WV, and also a loving, extensive biker family for several years. He
took great, loving pride in his family and his dogs, especially a Papillion he
called "Munch". He had seven dogs and loved them all, and took great
pride in his home and land. Darrel did everything he could to help take care of
his home and land, even to his very last day. Darrel was making plans for so
many projects, and now he is carrying out those projects in his new home.
A celebration of Darrel's life will be held at Blue Ridge Funeral
Home on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 5 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Sophia, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: July 7, 2015
Mary Ann Hayes, 47, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2015. Mary was
born in Mullens, W.Va., to the late Monterville and Alice Marie Snyder Lusk.
She was a kind woman who loved completing puzzle books, and playing
horse shoes and poker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
sisters, Debra Adkins and Norma Lewis, brother-in-law, Doug Reed, an infant
brother, and her dear friend, Adrian Rhodes.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Jessica
Simms (Cathy Ann), Tyler Simms, and Andrea Simms; sisters, Joann
Blankenship (Harry) and Sharon Reed; granddaughters, Victoria and Destiny Nolan;
brothers-in-law, James Lewis and David Adkins; niece, Kimberly Martin (Jeff);
nephews, Jake Adkins (Jan), Jonathan Adkins (Jessica), Jeremy Basham, and
Justin Basham; and a host of cousins and great-nieces and nephews.
Services will be Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Williams Blue
Ridge Funeral Home, Sophia. Following the service, Mary will be laid to rest at
the Lusk Family Cemetery, Lusk Settlement, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Randolph
2015, Elkins, Randolph
Co., WV, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Daryl-Ray-Blankenship-102942468
Daryl Ray Blankenship, February 9, 1949 - October 18, 2015, a
resident of Elkins, West Virginia.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ritchie
+2015, Harrisville, Ritchie Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=148175794
Parkersburg
News & Sentinel - June 23, 2015
Tressie Mae Blankenship, 87, of
Harrisville, WV, departed this life on Sunday, June 21, 2015, at her residence,
surrounded by her loving family. She was born Aug. 28, 1927 in Boone County, WV,
a daughter of the late Bilton and Ethel Mae (Bailey) Osborne.
Tressie spent her life as a loving
homemaker for her family and was a longtime member of the Cox's Mills Church of
God. She greatly enjoyed quilting, gardening, canning (especially apple butter),
watching her cows, riding her four-wheeler, and she was well known for her
homemade pies and her singing. She also loved going to church and cooking. She
looked forward to the family reunion every year and loved spending time with
her children, grandchildren, and her special dog, Gizmo.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her beloved husband, Silas Blankenship in 1991;
daughter, Ruby Rose Blankenship; sons, Lee Blankenship and Bilton Blankenship; and her
sisters, Lessie Osborne and Pearl White.
She is survived by her children, Lonnie Blankenship of Cyclone, WV, Ralph Blankenship of Auburn, WV, Gene Blankenship of Cyclone, WV, Calvin Blankenship of Cyclone, WV, Dale Blankenship of Harrisville,
WV, and Roger Blankenship of Harrisville, WV; brothers, Herman Osborne of
Auburn, W.Va., Norman Hornsby of Auburn, W.Va. and David Hornsby of Rockview,
W.Va.; 18 grandchildren; numerous great and great-great-grandchildren; and her
special dog, Gizmo.
Funeral services will be 12 p.m., on
Thursday, June 25, 2015, at the Cox's Mills Church of God, with Farley Blankenship officiating.
Burial will follow in the Auburn Baptist Cemetery.
Roane
+2014, Wallback, Roane Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette (WV) - August 2, 2014
Junior Ralph Blankenship, 85, of Wallback, entered into rest Thursday, July 31, 2014. Born
March 3, 1929 in Clay, he was the son of the late Giles and Sobina (Mullins) Blankenship.
Junior is survived by his brothers,
Charlie Blankenship of Vero Beach, Fla., David Blankenship of Harpers Ferry and sister Jean Church of Maysel.
Funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, August 3 at
Wilson-Shamblin-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Quentin Scott
officiating. Burial will be in Summers-Ferrebee Cemetery, Wallback.
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Summers
2014, Hinton, Summers Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 25, 2014
Emma Marie Shrader Petrey was carried home September 22, 2014 at
Summers Nursing and Rehab Center by God's very best
angels. Born September 14, 1933 at Pipestem, she was a daughter of the late
William Henry and Della Susan Shrader.
Emma was a homemaker who enjoyed many things such as quilting,
sewing, cooking, clipping recipes, taking pictures of family, picnics,
holidays, family reunions, crocheting, and her large collection of vinyl
albums. She loved rescuing dogs and cats. Her greatest joy was being a mother
and grandmother. Her laughter was contagious. She had belly laughs that we will
all remember.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Paul Raymond Foster
and her second husband, Gilbert Petrey; three sons, Ricky Foster, Joey Foster,
and Gary Foster; two brothers, John and Leslie Shrader and one sister, Mary
Rakes.
Those left to cherish her memories are her children, Dana
Blankenship and husband Savor of
Bland, Va., Danny Foster and wife Carolyn of Jumping Branch, Alice Sprouse and
husband David of Talcott, Calvin Foster and wife Lynn of Hinton, Cathy Foster
of Roanoke,Va., Kenny Ray Meadows and wife Lisa of Hinton, Patty Foster of
Richmond, Va.; many grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved with
all her heart; sisters, Irene Lilly of Battlecreek, Mich., Betty Miller and
husband Tommy of Hinton, JoAnn Pack and husband Gary of Pipestem, Nancy Pettrey
and husband Dale of Jumping Branch and several nieces and nephews that she
loved dearly.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, September 26, 2014 at
Ronald Meadows Funeral Parlors Chapel with Pastor Eddie Crews officiating.
Burial will follow in the Cook Cemetery at Pipestem. Pallbearers will be
Raymond Graham, David Humphries, Jesse Patterson, Curtis Adkins, Roy Adkins and
Ronnie Adkins. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Miller Sr., Tommy Miller Jr.,
Gary Pack, Dale Pettrey, David Sprouse, Harry Bennett and Greg Lane.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Hinton, Summers
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - October 19, 2015
Wesley Clyde Lester, 44, of Hinton, WV, passed away on Wednesday,
October 14, 2015, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was
born on October 13, 1971, in Welch, WV, a son of the late Elva Clyde and Imogene Blankenship Lester.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife
Brenda Lea Roseblock Lester; a sister Deborah Kay Lester; and the mother of his
first child Malea Stewart Bailey.
Survivors include his daughter Taylor Danielle Stewart of Ramey
Addition; his son Wesley Shane Toler of Oceana; a stepdaughter Alyssa Plumley
of Beckley; a stepson Vincent "Vinnie" Plumley of Beckley; a sister
Shelia Ann Morgan and husband Greg of Shannon Mill Creek; his companion of
fifteen years Kim Toler of Oceana; and a host of other loving family and
friends.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hinton, Summers Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - November 17, 2015
Carmen Gene McGuire Sr., 60, of Hinton, went home to be with his
Lord and Savior Saturday, November 14, 2015 at his home following a long
illness. Born February 28, 1955 at Springdale, he was the son of the late Elmer
McGuire and Drema Cales McGuire
Blankenship and his step father, Paul Blankenship of Hinton.
He was a United States Army Veteran, Coordinator of Summers Co.
Services Council, Equipment operator for Slurry Paving Co. Carmen enjoyed
hunting, fishing, attending auctions and spending time with his family and
friends especially his grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his grandson, Daniel Jacob
McGuire.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 41
years, Bonnie McGuire of Hinton; two sons, Ryan S. McGuire and fiancé Joni
Wickline of Hinton and Carmen G. McGuire Jr. and fiancé Alisha D. Yoder of
Hinton; seven grandchildren, Marcus Carmen McGuire, McKenzie Taylor McGuire,
Evan Scott McGuire, Keyonna Jazmyn McGuire, Nicholas Wickline, Nathan Wickline
and Shelby Laws; three brothers,
Tinker Cales and wife Carol, Dennis McGuire, Greg Blankenship and Angie
Blankenship and numerous
aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, November 19, 2015
at the Ronald Meadows Funeral Parlors Chapel, with Pastor Benny Allen
officiating. Burial will follow in the McGuire-Hanshew Cemetery at Springdale.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Marie, Summers Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: January 8, 2015
Luella Campbell, 66, of Marie, went home to be with the Lord,
Tuesday January 6, 2015 at her home following a short battle with cancer. Born
February 19, 1948 at Raleigh County, she was a daughter of the late James D. Clement
Jr. and Ann Fleemen Redden and husband Chester of Beckley.
Luella was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith. She was a homemaker
that was devoted to her family and enjoyed spending time with her friends and
fishing.
Luella was preceded in death by one daughter, Cheryl Ann Gravely;
first husband, Richard David Gravely; second
husband, James MacArthur
Blankenship; one grandchild;
and one great-grandchild.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Gary Lee
Campbell of Marie; four children, David J. Gravely and wife Jenny of Forest
Hill, Sherry L. Cozort and husband Stoney of Red Sulphur Springs, Belinda S.
Flug of Nimitz, Kimberly A. Cales and husband Mike of Forest Hill; 10
grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; three brothers, Rick Clement of North
Carolina, Scott Adams of California, Tracy Redden of Beckley; one sister,
Sheila G. Szoke and Husband John of Beckley; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be at 7 p.m. Friday, January 9, 2015 at the
Ronald Meadows Funeral Parlors Chapel with Rev. Randy McGuire officiating. At
her request, the body has been cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Marie, Summers
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: January 8, 2015
Betty D. Gwinn, 65 of Marie, died at 10:49 p.m. Monday, January 5,
2015 at her home after a short illness. Born April 4, 1949 in Radford, Va., she
was the daughter of the late Zack and Bessie Yopp Dillon.
Betty was a homemaker and former employee of Pizza Hut and
McDonalds in Hinton. She attended New Hope Methodist Church at Marie.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her
father-in-law, Russell Gwinn.
Survivors include her husband of 40 years, James Gwinn; one sister, Hazel Blankenship of Radford, Va.; mother-in-law, Ina Gwinn of Marie;
brothers-in-law, Russell Gwinn Jr. of Marie and Roy Gwinn and wife Kathy of
Swanton, Ohio, and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 10, 2015
at New Hope Methodist Church at Marie, with Rev. Sam Groves and Rev. Linda
Payton officiating. Burial will follow in New Hope Church Cemetery at Marie.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Hazel D. Blankenship – b.01Sep1947 -
Radford, VA; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2SMP-2MF
Relatives: Jr. T. D. Blankenship, Teddy D.
Blankenship Jr.
2014, Pipestem, Summers Co., WV, Obituary
http://memorialfd.com/sitemaker/memsol.cgi?user_id=1228707
Jonathan Tyler Blankenship, 24, of Pipestem died suddenly from injuries sustained in an auto
accident Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014.
Arrangements are incomplete at the Memorial Funeral Directory and
Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Pipestem, Summers Co., WV, Accident
Athens, Mercer County, West Virginia Crash Video News: Jonathan Tyler
Blankenship Killed In Accident On Mercer Springs Road;
Matthew Dustin Pettrey Injured
One male driver was killed in this
one-vehicle crash, and a male passenger sustained what were apparently only
minor injuries. However, that passenger was taken to the hospital. Jonathan Tyler
Blankenship was the driver who died in the accident. He was 24 years old and lived
in Pipestem, West Virginia. Passenger Matthew Dustin Pettrey is also 24, but he
lives in Lerona, West Virginia.
According to the Bluefield Daily
Telegraph, police believe that Blankenship may have lost control when he hit
a spot on Mercer Springs Road that had some loose gravel. After the driver lost
control, the vehicle went off the road, overturned, and came to rest upside
down.
This gravel issue brings up an
interesting inquiry because Pettrey would generally need to show under West Virginia
law that Blankenship negligently caused the accident in order to collect insurance money for
his damages. But the insurance company may just say that it was the loose
gravel that caused the crash. It’s not quite that simple, though. How fast was Blankenship going? Was he
otherwise driving carefully? You have to look at all facts and circumstances to
determine whether a driver was at fault. There can be multiple causes of an
accident.
So far, the only thing we know about is
the loose gravel. So Pettrey would be smart to get a lawyer and see to it that
a full investigation is done.
Posted on
February 2, 2014 by JimmyBoyd
2014, Pipestem, Summers Co., WV, Obituary
http://memorialfd.com/sitemaker/sites/MEMORI8/obit.cgi?user=1228707Blankenship
Jonathan Tyler Blankenship, 24, of Pipestem died suddenly from injuries sustained in an auto
accident on Saturday, February 1, 2014. Tyler was born May 11, 1989 in Virginia Beach, VA, and was the son of John Blankenship of Clermont FL and Tammy Roberts Blankenship Hall & of Princeton, WV.
Tyler was a graduate of Pikeview High School Class of 2008. After
graduating, he enlisted immediately in the U.S. Army and served his country for
two years as a PFC. Tyler returned home and continued serving his community by
being a member of the Pipestem and Athens Volunteer Fire Departments and was
currently employed as a bus driver for the Mercer County School Board. Tyler
was a member of the Athens Church of God. He was preceded in death by
Grandparents, John & Cora Blankenship.
Survivors include his mother
& step-father, Tammy
Roberts Blankenship Hall and
Dan Hall of Princeton, WV. Father
& step-mother, John & Rachel Blankenship of Clermont, FL. Grandparents, Gene & Ellen Roberts of
Pipestem, WV, Step-grandparents, David & Marie Hall of Princeton, WV and
James and Marie Story, of Franklin, VA. One brother, Austin
Blankenship of Princeton, One sister,
Gracie Blankenship of Clermont FL. Two Step-brothers, Justin & Mason Hall of Princeton, Uncle,
Ricky & Jennifer Roberts of Iaeger, WV. Aunts,
Julie & Wendell Cline of Martinsburg, WV & Pasty Luebke of Wytheville,
VA. Cousins, David & Amanda Roberts of Pipestem, WV, Toshia Roberts
& companion Travis Owen of Concord, NC, Dewayne Cline of Martinsburg, WV,
Frank Blankenship of Iaeger, WV, Brianna Cline of Martinsburg, WV &
Jennifer Reeves of Wytheville, VA. Special Friend, Lena Hayworth, of Speedway.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 5, 2014
from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on Athens Road
in Princeton with Pastor Stanley Metz officiating. Burial will follow in the
Roberts Family Cemetery, Pipestem, with military graveside rites provided by
the Mercer County Veterans Honor Guard. Serving as pallbearers will be members
of the Athens & Pipestem Volunteer Fire Departments.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wayne
2014, Crum, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 11,
2014
Charles Mickel Salmons, "Charlie," 43, of Crum, W.Va.,
passed away on Monday, December 8, 2014, at Dunlow, W.Va. Charlie was born November 23, 1971, in Fort Stewart,
Ga., to Mike and Sharon Salmons of Crum, W.Va.
Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, December 12, 2014, at
Fairmount United Baptist Church, Dunlow with Jason and Jess Salmons
officiating. Burial will follow in the Browning Cemetery, Tick Ridge.
He was preceded in death by grandparents Charley and Marie Marcum.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by grandparents Jesse
and Daisy Salmons of Dunlow W.Va.; three brothers,
Greg Mullens (Christy) of Ashville Ohio, William Blankenship Jr. (Lori) of Moxahala, Ohio, Jason Salmons (Amy) of Salt Rock, W.Va.;
seven nephews, one niece, two great-nephews and one great-niece.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Fort Gay, Wayne Co.,
WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on June 15,
2014
Edith Mary Spry, 75, of Fort Gay, went to be with the Lord
Thursday, June 12, 2014, at St. Mary's Medical Center.
Funeral services will be conducted 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 17,
2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Elder Roger Maynard. Burial will follow
at Queens Ridge Cemetery, Dunlow, W.Va.
She was born June 5, 1939, in Harrison County, W.Va., a daughter of
the late Hershel and Edna Lyons McIntire. Edith was a homemaker and member of
the Echo United Baptist Church.
Her husband, William "Bill" Spry, also preceded her in
death, along with her twin sister, Ethel Shaffer.
Survivors include a daughter,
Melissa Blankenship and husband,
Terry of Proctorville, Ohio; two sons, Tracy
Spry of Kenova, William K. Spry and wife, Pamela of Huntington; two sisters, Audra
Him of Shinston, W.Va., Catherine Flowers of Courtland, Ohio; a brother, Donny
McIntire of North Carolina; seven grandchildren,
Nickey Spry, Goldie Spry, Nikki Spry, Chelsea Blankenship,
Mary Spry, Brianna Blankenship and J.R. Spry; a great-granddaughter,
Chloe.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Fort Gay, Wayne Co.,
WV, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/154036769
Geneva Castle, 82, of Fort
Gay, WV, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Three Rivers Medical Center
in Louisa, KY. She was born August 13, 1933 in Phelps, KY, a daughter of the
late Frank
P. and Nancy Justice Blankenship.
She was a retired Pharmacy Tech and a
member of the Fort Gay Methodist Church.
Survivors include her loving husband,
Bascom Castle of Fort Gay, WV; one son, John Franklin (Lou Von) Castle of
Jacksonville, FL; two daughters, Patricia (Jerry) Leinen of Huntington, WV, and
Kristi (Tony) Ward of Flatwoods, KY; Grandchildren, Abby, Daniel, Shawna,
Tyler, and Ali; Grea-Grandchildren, Blake, Tori, Brody, Jamisen, and Sebastian;
and a very special sister in law, Eula Caudill.
Funeral services will be conducted at
11:00 am, Friday, October 23, 2015, at Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will
follow at the Castle Cemetery, Fort Gay, WV.
2014, Genoa, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Nov. 15,
2014
James Franklin "Red" Bundy, 77, of Genoa, W.Va., went to
be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 12, 2014. He was born August 16, 1937
in Huntington.
Red was a member of the Coon Club, retired from Huntington Plating,
and most importantly a Christian.
His mother Evelyn Esque Bowden preceded him in death, along with
one brother, Ronald Bundy.
He leaves behind his wife, Myrtle Bundy; two sons, Dennis James
Bundy and Anthony "Tony" Bundy, both of Huntington; three
step-children, Elmer Lee (Gladys) Marcum Jr., Shawn Allen (April) Marcum, and
Tiffany Ann (Jeremiah) Napier; grandchildren,
Andrew James Bundy, Dennis Dwayne Bundy, Ashley Nicole Bundy, Tony Jameson
Bundy, Amanda June Thompson, Jon-Eric Anthony Bundy; Alivia Marcum, Elmer Lee
Marcum III, Braylen Marcum, Jasmine
Blankenship, Nicholas Blankenship, along with Easton Marcum who is expected
any day; and four great-grandchildren with one on the way. Also surviving is
two sisters, Clara (Kenneth) Adkins of Lesage, W.Va., and Jane Hopkins of
Milton; special friend Howard Childers; and a host of loving friends and
neighbors.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon on Monday, November 17,
2014 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Brother Joe Johnson officiating.
Burial will follow in the Damron Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Kenova,
Wayne Co., WV,
Funeral
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Mar. 31,
2014
Mary M. Watkins Blankenship, 52, of Kenova, widow of Curtis R. Blankenship Sr., died March 29 at St. Mary's Medical Center. She was a homemaker.
Service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home Chapel;
burial at Dock's Creek Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Curtis R., 39, 22Jul1961 - 21Jan2001, (SI), WV-236-94-3856
2015, Kenova, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
Published in www.herald-dispatch.com/ on Aug. 27, 2015
Margaret Alice Donald, 77, of Kenova, passed away Monday, August
24, 2015, in the Cabell Huntington
Hospital, [Cabell Co., WV]. She was born January 27, 1938, in Wayne
County, daughter of the late Frank and Ollie Thompson Hutchinson.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon Friday, August 28, 2015,
at Rollins Funeral Home with Pastor Tim Crabtree officiating. Interment will follow
in Dock's Creek Cemetery.
Margaret was a member of the Spirit of Faith Church, President of
the Ladies Auxiliary of the church, homemaker, mom and caretaker.
Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by her beloved
husband Walter Douglas "Sonny" Donald, granddaughter Jennessa Donald
and a special sister-in-law Betty Williams.
She is survived by six children,
Robert "Bunker" Donald (Jane) of St. Pete, Fla., Debbie Blankenship (Herb) of Kenova,
W.Va., Brenda Crabtree (Tim) of Kenova, W.Va., James Donald (Vicki) of Ashland,
Ky., Tawnia Mathis (Tim) of Prichard, W.Va., and Jessica Donald of Kenova with
whom she made her home. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 22
great-grandchildren, several great- great-grandchildren and two very special
cousins whom she considered her sisters, Phyllis Doss and Josie Watts.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Lavalette, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Nov. 17,
2015
Fern Constance Arrowood, 82 of Lavalette, WV, passed away on
Saturday, November 14, 2015, of congestive heart failure at the Emogene Dolin
Jones Hospice House in Huntington, [Cabell
Co.,] WV. Fern was born on
December 29, 1933, in Wayne County, West Virginia, the daughter of the late
Aletha and Ralph Pyles.
Fern was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Porter and Esther
Porter; four brothers Namon, Elton, Fisher and Jennings Pyles. Also preceding
her in death was her first husband
and father of their children, Ransom Kelly Blankenship.
Fern was a retired EKG technician at the Cabell Huntington Hospital
after 28 years of service. She was a member of the Open Door Baptist Church.
Fern is survived by her husband of 44 years H. R. "Hank"
Arrowood and three children, Sharon (Ira) Queen of Culloden, W.Va., Eddy Blankenship of West Palm Beach, Fla., Cheryl (Douglas)
Faull of Fairfax, Va., and three grandchildren, Nola Queen of Culloden, W.Va.,
Alison "Krissy" Queen of Winchester, Ky., and Shawn Faull of Fairfax,
Va. Also surviving are a brother Alpha Jay Pyles of
Mansfield, Ohio, and sister Arbutus Pratt of Port Charlotte, Fla.
There will be no visitation or funeral services.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Little Lynn, Wayne Co., WV,
Funeral
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 28, 2014
Elizabeth Ann Blankenship, 43, of Little Lynn, Wayne, formerly of Beech Creek, died Sept.
23, 2014.
Funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29, at the Mounts Funeral
Home. Burial is in Looney Curve Cemetery, Devon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Little Lynn, Wayne Co., WV,
Obituary
http://mountsfuneralhome.com/obituary/elizabeth-ann-blankenship
Elizabeth Ann (Lizzy Ann) Blankenship, 43 of Little Lynn, Wayne, WV, formerly of Beech Creek
departed this life Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at her residence. Born September
30, 1970 at Williamson, WV, she was the daughter of the late Isom and Lola (Prater) Blankenship, Jr.
In addition to her parents Elizabeth was also preceded in death by
her brothers: Earl Blankenship, Jr. and Dallas Ray (Brutt) Blankenship; her grandparents:
Pleas and Polly Prater and Howard and Della Blankenship.
Those left to love and cherish the memory of Elizabeth are her sisters: Brenda (Bo)
Doss, Gaynell (Emery Cochran) Rowe, and Tonya (Stanley) Wolford; her nieces: Trisha (Twisted Knee) Denise
Blackburn, Lakeisha Nicole (Cody) Blackburn, Elisha Danielle Doss (Andre)
Roach, Taylor Prater and Addison Wolford; nephews: James Roger (Poss)
Blackburn, Jr. and Jacoby Wolford; great nieces and nephews: James Roger (Lil
Man) Workman, Haylie Faith Workman, Erica Danielle Nicole Stapleton, Whitney
Brooke Stapleton, Kyndall Marie Stapleton, Ethan Ryan Pack, Elexius Nicole
Paige Pack, Colt Ryan Pack, Brittany McKenzie Lynn Pack, Alayna Danielle Skye
Doss and Kolton DeShawn Bo Doss; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and other
family and friends.
Friends may gather with the family Sunday, September 28, 2014 from
6 to 9 pm at the Mounts Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.morrisfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2455233&fh_id=10349
Maxine Blankenship Hall, 87, of Wayne, WV, went home to be with her Lord and Savior and
her husband Charley and daughter Brenda March 16, 2014 at the Wayne Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March
19, 2014 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Pastor Michael Dillon.
She was born March 11, 1927 in Wayne, WV, a daughter of the late Ervin and Sally Adkins
Blankenship. She was a
homemaker, wonderful wife and the best of Mothers and Grandmothers. She was a
member of the Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church.
In addition to her husband of 62 years and daughter, four brothers
and four sisters also preceded her in death.
Survivors include her loving daughters, Linda Hall Morris and
husband, Lee and Sandy L. Hall, all of Wayne, WV; two grandchildren, Joshua
Charles Morris and his wife, Tawna Sue of Columbus, OH and Jill Morris-Gibson
and husband Caleb of Huntington, WV; a great-granddaughter, Kailyn
Morris-Gibson, and another granddaughter to arrive in June, 2014; a sister, Kathleen Booth
of Dayton, OH; a special brother, John Ervin Blankenship of Seattle, WA; two sisters-in-law, Maxine
Hall Carey of Philadelphia, PA and Elizabeth Hall of Charlotte, NC; and a host
of nieces, nephews and friends including one very special friend, Sue Harvey of
Lavalette, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 11,
2014
Daisy Marie Damron, 97, of Wayne, W.Va., went home to be with the
Lord on Monday, December 8, 2014, at her residence. She was born December 30,
1916, in Wayne County, a daughter of the late Jarrett Franklin "Jay"
and Myrtle Dean Damron.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by an
infant brother, Lace Edward Damron, sisters Opal Ama Damron Napier and Ruth
June Damron Chapman, a brother Jay Glen Damron, and a nephew David Chapman.
Daisy was a homemaker and member of the Wayne Baptist Church since
1927, where she attended faithfully.
Survivors include a brother-in-law Joseph F. Chapman of Lavalette,
W.Va.; nieces Ama Napier of Wayne,
Judy Webb and husband Rodney of Lavalette, W.Va., Patty Blankenship and husband
Raymond of Wayne, W.Va., who were her caregivers
for many years, Glenna Wellman and husband Richard of Huntington, W.Va., and
Kathy Sanders and husband Don of Lavalette, W.Va.; special cousins Bobbie
Queen, Ernestine Rutherford and Dottie Dyer, all of Wayne, W.Va.; special
neighbor and friend Marjorie Sexton of Wayne and a host of friends who will
miss her very much.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, December 12,
2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Pastor Fred Ferguson
officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery at Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 28,
2014
Our beloved mother, Zilla Joan Sansom,
64, of Wayne, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday December 27th 2014 at
the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington,
[Cabell Co., WV]. She was born October 7, 1950 in East
Lynn, W.Va., a daughter of Claud and Myrtle Blankenship.
She was a loving mother and grandmother, who enjoyed nothing more than watching
her grandchildren play softball or baseball on a sunny summers
day or basketball on a chilly winters night.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Monday, December
29th at Johnson-Tiller Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, with Charlie Henry
officiating. Burial will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens,
Barboursville. Pallbearers will be
Mark Maynard, Joey Thabit, David Thabit, Zach Thabit, Sam Blankenship and Jeff Sansom.
Joan selflessly dedicated 28 years of her life as a shelter
supervisor at the Hovah Hall-Underwood Childrens Society of West Virginia, in
Ona, (formerly the Huntington child shelter). She devoted her love, patience,
and most importantly her heart to every child and staff member that walked
through the door. Joan's compassion, love, and "no nonsense"
demeanor, positively impacted all who knew her - whether at home or work. She
graduated from Huntington East High School in 1968 and Marshall University with
a bachelor of liberal arts degree.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Eloise Thompson, and a very
special son Matthew Ryan "Snake" Sansom.
Joan's love and influence will live on in those surviving her:
husband, Clyde Ray Sansom, Wayne, two sons, Stephen Ray Sansom, Kileen, TX,
Jeffrey Scott Sansom(Tara) of Ona, daughter, Heather Nicole Sansom,
Barboursville. Five grandchildren, Bryan Matthew Sansom,
Connor Ryan Sansom, Carson Lane Sansom, Gabrielle Nicole McCallister and Timmy
Emery. Four sisters, Wilma Willis(Wes), Rita Lockhart(Bill), Jan Iverson, and Joyce Traylor. Six brothers, Billy Blankenship, Sam Blankenship(Betty),
Robie Blankenship(Judy), Randy Blankenship(Stacy), Donnie
Blankenship, and Kevin Blankenship(Kari). And a very
special best friend, Mary Thabit, husband, David, and Joan's honorary
grandchildren, Kristen, Joseph and Zachery. And many
nieces and nephews and cousins.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.johnsontillerfuneralhome.com/current_obituaries
Laureena Lynn Blankenship Runyon, 34, of Wayne, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday,
December 31, 2014. Born July 29, 1980 in
Huntington, [Cabell Co.],W.Va.,
Laureena worked as a flight attendant with Comair and a wedding
planner with David’s Bridal.
She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Lois
Blankenship and Audrey Adkins.
Survivors include her husband Chad Runyon; her precious daughter
Gabriella Lachai Skye Runyon; her parents,
Edward and Janet Blankenship;
her brother Kyle (Ashley) Blankenship;
paternal grandfather Ardrey “Bo” Blankenship, all of Wayne; maternal grandfather John
Adkins of Huntington; one nephew Brayden Blankenship; and a host of special friends and family
too numerous to mention.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, January 4,
2015 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Aaron Adams officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ardrey Sr. Blankenship – b.11Mar1936 –
Wayne, WV; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZF-8J4J
Relatives: Audrey B. Blankenship, Bo A.
Blankenship, Carlos T. Blankenship, Carolyn Sue Blankenship, Ed Blankenship,
Edward Blankenship, Georgia M. Blankenship, Janet Blankenship, Joyce
Blankenship, Kenneth Blankenship, Lois Stevens Blankenship, Marsha Fay
Blankenship, Patrick Blankenship.
Wayne Co., WV, Marriage; https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FTJN-ZQX
Audrey Blankenship - Lois Johnson - 1954
+2015, Wayne, Wayne, Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Feb. 16,
2015
Richard Blankenship,
60, of Wayne, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2015, at his residence. He was
born October 21, 1954, in Wayne, to Helen Ruth Bradshaw Blankenship of Wayne and the late Floyd Blankenship.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2015,
at Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ashley Blankenship and Bishop Issac Markham officiating.
Burial will follow at the Blankenship
Cemetery, Wayne, with military
graveside rites conducted by American Legion Post #93, Kenova.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by a brother, Douglas Floyd Blankenship; maternal grandparents, Bryan and Ella Gilkerson Bradshaw; and paternal grandparents, Doc and Chaney
Spurlock Blankenship.
Survivors include his daughter,
Tessa "Pebble"
Blankenship; sons, Richard Dwayne "Hard
Rock" Blankenship and Marcus
Kyle "Hammer" Blankenship, all of Kenova; former spouse, Rose Marie Wooten of Kenova; three sisters, Wanzella
McCloud (Roy), Elizabeth Ann Markham (Isaac) and Debbie Stevens (Junior), all of Wayne; three brothers, Marion
Bryan Blankenship (Della), Dwight Blankenship (Debbie) and Dennis Blankenship (Tammy), all of Wayne. Richard is also
survived by four grandchildren and very special friend and brother, Frank
Bradshaw.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV Funeral
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Feb. 19,
2015
Wanzella McCloud,
69, of Wayne, wife of Roy McCloud, died Feb. 17 in Cabell Huntington Hospital.
She was a home health caregiver.
Joint funeral services with her brother, Richard
Blankenship, will be conducted
at 2 p.m. Saturday at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne; burial for both will
be in Blankenship Cemetery, Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Wayne, Wayne
Co., WV, Death
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Mar. 22,
2015
Ella Blankenship,
88, of Wayne, died March 21.
Arrangements are incomplete at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Wayne, Wayne
Co., WV, Funeral
Published in The
Herald-Dispatch on Mar. 23, 2015
Ella Blankenship, 88, of Wayne,
widow of Sampson Blankenship, died March 21 at her residence.
Service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at Johnson
Tiller Funeral Home; burial at Price Mills Cemetery. Visitation will be after 6
p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on May 9, 2015
Phyllis Ann Queen, 75, of Wayne, W.Va., peacefully joined her Lord
and Savior at her home on Friday, May 8, 2015. She was born March 24, 1940, in
East Lynn, W.Va., a daughter of the late Jennings Crockett and Esther Adkins
Mann.
Phyllis was a homemaker, loving mother and grandmother. Her
unselfish way of life allowed many to benefit from her kindness and compassion.
She was a true matriarch of unconditional love.
Her husband Philip Queen also preceded her in death, along with a
son Jeffrey Alan Queen; a grandson Corey Alan Queen ;
and a sister Marlene Dean.
Survivors include three sons, Danny Queen and wife Angie, Michael
Scott Queen, Steve Queen and wife Jodie, all of Wayne, W.Va.; a daughter-in-law
Tina Queen of Wayne, W.Va.; a sister Patty Gilliam and husband Ronald of Wayne,
W.Va.; a brother Kenny Legnasky of Mannington, W.Va.; five grandchildren, Ashley Blankenship, Kelsey
Queen, Keith Queen, Dakota Queen, Brailey Queen; two great-grandsons, Coltyn Davis and Brayden Blankenship, two very special children in her life, "Hudson" and
"Charlie Bell," a special caregiver, "Mamaw Barb," and a
life-long sister Betty Queen.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 10, 2015, at
Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Roger Maynard officiating. Burial will
follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Webster
2014, Webster Springs, Webster Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) Date: October 14, 2014
Maxine McCourt, 78, of Webster Springs, went home to be with the
Lord on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 at Webster County Memorial Hospital. She was
born April 24, 1936 in Huntington to William and Pearl Blankenship Medley and spent several years in Webster County.
She married Clarence and moved from Huntington to Cleveland, Ohio,
where they spent 29 years before moving to Pittsburgh, where they stayed for
approximately 10 years. After her retirement from the Railroad Credit Union
they returned to Webster County, where they enjoyed their life together. Maxine
enjoyed attending Upperglade Holiness Church, cooking, sewing and singing. She
loved to spend time with her family and work in the vegetable garden.
Maxine will be missed dearly by her husband, Clarence McCourt;
daughters, Christine Richards, Nancy McCourt and Diana McCourt; sisters,
Shirley (companion, Eddie Baumgardner) Booten and Lucille DiCenzi;
grandchildren, Misty and Heather; great grandsons, Cameron and Matthew;
brothers-in-law, Kenny Parkin and Dannie (wife, Nancy) McCourt; sister-in-law,
Frances Odgers; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Dorothy Jane
Parkin.
Funeral service to celebrate Maxine's life will be held at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at the Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs with Chaplain
Jim Dyer officiating. Interment will follow in Green Cemetery, Elk River Road, Webster Springs.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Ward 1, Huntington, Guyandot
District, Cabell Co., WV,
Medley, William F. 29, M, WV, Head,
Medley, Pearl 24, F, WV, Wife,
Medley, Lucille 06, F, WV, Dau,
Medley, Maxine 03, F, WV, Dau,
Medley, Shirley S. 01, F, WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7HR-5ZC
Wetzel
+2015, Smithfield, Wetzel Co., WV, Obituary
Times West Virginian (Fairmont, WV) Date: January 6, 2015
Jeanette "Jan" Smith Shock, 78, of Smithfield, passed
away on Sunday (Jan. 4, 2015) at the Fairmont Regional Medical Center, [Fairmont, Marion Co., WV]. She was born May 7, 1936, at Smithfield,
a daughter of the late Rex Delbert Smith and Fern Loraine Bays Smith.
She is survived by one sister, Peggy Starkey and her companion
Nathan Hinton Jr., of Smithfield; three brothers, James R. Smith and wife Kay
of Smithfield, Joseph R. Smith of Smithfield, and Walter B. Smith and wife
Rosalee of Smithfield; two stepsons, Rick Shock and Mark Shock of Florida;
several nieces and nephews, Judy Blankenship, Jan DeLong, Vicki White, Christina
Kincade, Denise Haught, Tim Swiger, Jayme Jo Baker, Steve Smith, Tammy
Meredith, Lisa Brown, Doug Smith, Jim Smith, Sherri Myers, Kerri Shaver, Brad
Starkey and Kendra Longwell; several great-nieces and -nephews and
great-great-nieces and -nephews. Peggy's children and grandchildren were like
Jeanette's children and grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Jeanette was preceded in death by her
husband, Arden Shock, whom she married on Dec. 6, 1958 and died Oct. 12, 1989,
and a sister, Shirley Blankenship.
Jeanette was a faithful member of the Pricetown Church of Christ.
She enjoyed cookouts and reading. She spent a lot of her time looking after her
family. She was employed for many years and retired from Corwin Ford in
Mannington. She was a good friend to many, many people.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Pricetown
Church of Christ with Evangelist Steve Stevens officiating. Burial will follow
at the Pricetown Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wood
2014, Parkersburg, Wood Co.,
WV, Obituary
Barbara June Haught, 78, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away Jan. 11,
2014 in Marietta, [Washington
Co.], OH. She was born on
Dec. 13, 1935 in Wood, Co., WV, a daughter of the late John H. and Thelma V.
Day Haught.
She is survived by two siblings,
Frederick J. Haught of Blennerhassett and Nancy L. Blankenship
of Vienna.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one
brother, Phillip Homer Haught.
Services will be held 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, at Sunset
Memorial Funeral Home, Parkersburg, with Rev. Jason Stutler officiating. Burial
will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Parkersburg, Wood Co., WV, Obituary
Juanita M. (Dawson) Hupp, age 81, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away
peacefully on September 22, 2014 at her residence. She was born May 19, 1933,
in Parkersburg, WV. She was the daughter of the late S. A. (Shorty) and Mary L.
(Pratt) Dawson.
Juanita was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family
and friends. She was also a very thoughtful, caring and compassionate person.
Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Randall Eugene
Dawson (Kathy McCray) of Parkersburg, WV, one grandson Justin M.
(Liz) Blankenship, two great-grandsons Nathaniel P. and Ayden
M. Blankenship of Frisco, TX, one brother, Reverend Walter E. (Aniebell)
Dawson of Waverly, OH, two former special daughter-in-laws,
Joyce (Blankenship) Harris of Marietta, OH, and Annette Easton of MacFarlan, WV, several
nieces, nephews and a host of special friends, including a very special young
lady, Courtney Easton.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband Russell M. Hupp, and son Clifford Burl Blankenship.
Services will be held on Thursday, September 25th, at 1:00 PM with
interment following in the Sunset Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Parkersburg, Wood Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.stumpfuneralhomes.com/book-of-memories/2303095/Blankenship-Ernestine/obituary.php
Ernestine “Toots” Blankenship, age 87, resident of Parkersburg, W.Va., formerly of Grantsville,
passed away November 27, 2015 at the Camden Clark Hospital in Parkersburg
following a brief illness. Ernestine was born on October 22, 1928, in Calhoun
County, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Gladys Gainer Bower and
granddaughter of Okey and Esther Gainer.
She retired from B. F. Goodrich of Grantsville, West Virginia after
thirty years of dedicated service. Ernestine also worked for the Foster
Grandparent program in Calhoun County Schools for eight years and in Wood
County Schools for five years. Following retirement, she spent time traveling,
gardening and canning everything she harvested. Ernestine loved the outdoors
where she enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. She was a member of Cornerstone
Praise and Worship Church in Grantsville and also attended the Landmark Baptist
Church in Parkersburg, W. Va.
Ernestine was preceded in death by her husband Ralph
Blankenship. She is survived
by her son, Ronald (Jackie) Blankenship, daughter,
Gail (Johnny) Bowe, brother, Morris (Evelyn)
Bower and sister, Delma (Steve) Atkinson.
In addition, she is survived by five grandchildren; Scott (Kathy) Farrar, Paige (Bryan) Toney, Cam Blankenship, Amanda (Darin) Childress and Jennifer
Bowe. She is also survived by twelve great grandchildren; Veronica, Hallie,
Anna, Bradyn, Kameryn, Chace, Cohen, Camden, Maleigha, Jadalyn, Rhett and
Billy.
A memorial service will be conducted on Thursday, December 3, 2015
at the Stump Funeral Home in Grantsville with Pastor Kevin Church officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Vienna, Wood Co., WV, Obituary
Lowell Everett Blankenship, 78, of Vienna, passed away Monday, Feb. 17, 2014 at Arbors of
Marietta [Parkersburg Wood Co., WV]. He was born May 4, 1935 in Conway, Virginia a son to Roy and Edith
Blankenship.
He was preceded in death by father
Roy Blankenship, sister Helen Moles, and brother James Blankenship.
He is survived by wife Nancy(Vienna W.Va.) mother Edith Blankenship (Edgewater Florida ) daughter Debbie Triplett and husband Steve (Knoxville
Tennessee) Sons Darrell Blankenship (Parkersburg) Randy Blankenship and wife Kathy (Mogadore, Ohio) grandchildren, Jason Boggs, Jeremy
Boggs, Kevin Blankenship, Matt Blankenship, David Blankenship, Jackie Blankenship,
lifelong friend Werner Zieman, numerous nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren
and loving caretakers.
Lowell was an avid musician who loved music and played in the band
Nite Life for many years. He was a member of Fundamental Baptist church in
Akron for many years before retiring in Parkersburg. He will be sadly missed by
all. He fought a very brave and courageous battle with cancer and is now at
peace with our heavenly father.
Funeral services will be Friday, February 21, 2014, 3 pm at Sunset
Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wyoming
+2015, Bear Hole, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: May 31, 2015
Bear Hole — James
Blankenship, 82 [1933], passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015, at
Bowers Hospice, [Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV].
Funeral arrangements are pending at this time. Calfee Funeral and
Cremation Service of Pineville is serving the
Blankenship family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Bear Hole, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
James Alvin Blankenship, November 14,
1932 - May 30, 2015
James A. Blankenship 82 passed away
Saturday May 30, 2015 at Bowers Hospice. Born November 11, 1932, he was the son
of the late Rev. James Greyson Morgan Blankenship and Cordia Mae Adkins Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was preceded in death by
his wife of 59 years, Essie Mae Blankenship on April 20, 2012 and a son,
James
Ray Blankenship who passed away in 1988.
Mr. Blankenship was a retired coal miner
of 39 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Survivors include her daughter, Darla Dean
Blankenship Stanley of Jesse, WV. A granddaughter, Sheri Dean
Brewster of Beckley. A grandson, Johnta’ Austin
Brewster of Beckley. A grandson, Christopher Ray Blankenship
of Georgia. A granddaughter, Olivia Cassey Jackson of
Georgia. 5 great-grandchildren, Alexis Blankenship, Katilyn Adkins,
Savanna Jackson, Harley Blankenship and Aaliyah Grady
A celebration of James’ life will be held
at 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at the Bower Family Cemetery, Twin Falls
State Park with Minister Darla Dean Stanley and Rev. Doug Thorn officiating.
He will be missed by family and friends.
He’s resting now God’s love and care.
+2014, Brenton, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - January 27, 2014
Imogene Short, 65, of Brenton, passed away Friday, January 24,
2014, at the Welch Community
Hospital [McDowell Co., WV], following a short illness. Born April 17, 1948, at Hurley, VA,
she was the daughter of the late Carl Justus and Lettie Blankenship Justus. Imogene was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed playing bingo and
playing with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son,
Doug Short; 3 brothers, Harless, Carl and Vern Justus; and 2 sisters, Credith
Lane and Truby Justus.
Survivors include her husband, Burns Short of the residence; A son,
Michael Short and his wife, Alicia, of Brenton; 2 daughters, Lena Younce and
her husband, Aaron, of Claremont, NC, Donna White and her husband, Shane, of
Brenton; A brother, Frank Justus of Kopperston; 4 sisters, Gertrude Hurley of
Brenton, Fannie Hawks of Brenton, Inez Smith of Sun Hill, Drema Lester of
Beckley; A special granddaughter, Latasha Harper; 6 grandsons, J. R. and Zach
Harper, Casey, Cameron, Thomas and Shawn D. Short.
A celebration of Imogene's life will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday,
January 28, 2014, in the Calfee Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Tommy
Knotts officiating. Burial will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Brenton, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) Date: July 3, 2014
Anita Gail Blankenship, Brenton.
Anita was born June 30, 1945, in Bradshaw, WV, a daughter of the
late Fred and Opal Green Ford. She was a Cemetery Sales Representative.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one sister,
Rita Faye Clay.
Survivors include her loving husband
Cecil Blankenship of the home; two sons, Wendell and Drexel Blankenship of Peru, Indiana; three grandsons, Tyler, Cooper and Logan.
Per
Anita's wishes, her remains will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Married 1961, McDowell Co., WV, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/FT5X-5ZQ
+2014, Brenton, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 10, 2014
Nina Faye Lester, 62, of Brenton, passed away Sunday, September 7,
2014, in St. Marys Medical Center in Huntington, W.Va., following a long
illness of a year. Nina was born March 25, 1952 in Ikes Fork, W.Va., a daughter
of the late Sampy H. and Gertrude
B. Blankenship Lester.
Nina was a member of the Church of Zion in Ikes Fork, and formerly
worked as a cashier for Goodwill.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one
brother, Donald Lester and wife Loretta; and a sister-in-law Beulah Lester.
Those left to cherish her memory are five sisters, Patsy Gunther
and husband James of Noblesville, Ind., Dolly Scheele and husband Bill of
Atlanta, Ind., Joyce Gibson of Brenton, Sharon Pierce and husband Shane of
Indianapolis, Ind. and Beatrice Riffe and husband Larry of Pineville, W.Va.;
five brothers, Ronnie Lester and wife Vernie of Fayetteville, W.Va., Sampy D.
Lester and wife Janet of Charlotte, N.C., Eugene Lester and wife Linda of
Brenton, Jeff Lester and wife Mary of Winfield, W.Va., and Phillip D. Lester of
Brenton; as well as many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday, September 12, 2014, at 1
p.m., with Brother Butch White, Brother Elzie Blankenship and Brother Leroy Lester officiating
at The Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, W.Va. Burial will follow in
The Paris Lester Cemetery at Ikes Fork. Serving as pallbearers will be nephews
and friends of the family
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KY4R-66J
Gertrude Beatrice Lester – b.06Oct1923 -
Brenton, WV
Relatives: Imogene H. Lester, Nina F.
Lester, Phillip Dean Lester, Vanessa R Lester
SSDI: Gertrude Lester, 80, 07Oct1923 -
08Aug2003, Brenton, Wyoming, WV, WV-233-13-3368
1940 Census, Sandy River District,
McDowell, Co., WV,
Lester, Sampy 20, M, WV, Head,
Lester, Gertrude 17, F, VA, Wife,
Lester, Ronie 00, M, WV, Son,
Lester, Patty 54, F, WV, Mother,
https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K7ZM-7HX
2014, Brenton, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Roger Eugene Lester, 66 of Brenton, went home to be with the Lord
December 24, 2014 at 5:15 a.m. in Raleigh General Hospital following a long
illness. Roger was born June 28, 1948 at Keyrock, WV.
There to greet him was his mother, Edith Mae Brooks Lester,
brother, Randall “Ranny”, and Calvin H. Lester, “Jr.”, and nephew Sam Lucky
Blankenship.
Those awaiting the family reunion are his son, Joshua L. Lester,
and companion Randy Lawrence, a daughter Sarah Elizabeth, and husband Ryan
Blackburn, and son Blake Evan, father, Calvin H. Lester Sr., sisters
Barbara and husband Roger E. Oliver, son Jasin. Lillian “Patsy” and husband
Robert Fairley, sons Terry Lyn and Shawn Hagy, a brother, William and wife
Donna, son Billy and daughter Samantha Lester. Along with a host of family and
friends including a special cousin he called “Bro” Harry Lee Brooks. Brother-in-law Carson Blankenship and sons Steve, Billy, and Chris. A special daughter Tara Cline.
A celebration of Roger’s life will be held Mon. December 29, 2014
at 7:00 pm in the chapel of Calfee Funeral Service with Rev. Lee Fischer
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Clear Fork, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - July 27, 2014
Gene Tunney Cook, 85 of Clear Fork, passed away on Friday, July
25th, 2014, at McDowell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Gary, [McDowell Co., WV], following a long battle with Alzheimer's
Disease. Born September 21, 1928, to the late James
Levi and Nina Shannon Cook, he was the youngest and last survivor of six
children.
His siblings were
Hershel Cook, Haskel Cook, Levi Cook, Jr., Dolly Bowman and Irene Blankenship. In addition to his siblings he was preceded
in death by a son-in-law Will Stewart who was more like a son.
He married Joyce Short in September 1949, and they were blessed
with nearly 65 years together. Gene and Joy had three children: Mark Cook of
Clear Fork, Susan (Johnny) Smith of Clear Fork and the late Brett Cook their
youngest child. He was a devoted husband and father, always concerned for the
needs of his family. He had six Grandchildren,
Kelli (Ronnie) Daniels, Will (Melinda) Stewart, Jamie (Chaz) Miller, Samantha (Dereck) Blankenship , Alec
Cook and the late Amy Brown; Eleven great-grandchildren Montana, Summer, and
Zack Daniels; Charlie, Mason, and Bennett Miller; Kelsi Stewart, and Miguel,
Angel, Aries and Santino Dominguez.
He was a member of the Clear Fork Advent Christian Church since
1985. He and Joy were dedicated members of the church, and he served in many
capacities including Sunday School Superintendent, Choir Director, Song Leader,
and Sunday School teacher. Gene and Joy and other
members formed a gospel group, The Gospel Proclaimers, and they enjoyed singing
at local churches for many years. He was employed with Eastern Associated Coal
Corporation in Kopperston, WV, with over thirty-five years of service. Gene
enjoyed gardening and over the years won blue ribbons at the WV State Fair for
his cantaloupes, watermelons and tomatoes.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Clear Fork, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 11, 2014
Patricia Ann Kennedy Blackburn, 54, of Clear Fork, went home to be
with the Lord on September 7, 2014 in Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley [Raleigh Co., WV]. She was born January 2, 1960 in Simon,
W.Va., a daughter of the late Martha
Blankenship.
Patricia was born and raised in Simon, where she met the love of
her life Edward Blackburn. She attended church at the Pentecostal House of
Prayer in Lynco, W.Va. Her most cherished moments were with her grandchildren
and family. Her passions were working in her garden and tending her flowers.
Those waiting to welcome her home with open arms are her mother Martha Blankenship; her brothers Rocky and Billy Kennedy; and sisters
Athlene Harper, and May and Wendell Bock; a brother-in-law Dale Trent.
Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband and best
friend of 28 years Edward Blackburn of Clear Fork; stepsons Michael Copley of
LaVergne, Tenn., and Shawn Blackburn of Simon; daughter Dianna and Jonathan
Dillard of Pylesville, Md.; son Ryan and Sarah Blackburn of Brenton; a loving
sister Shirley Trent of Marianna; brothers Paul and Loretta Kennedy of Gilbert,
Larry and Cynthia Kennedy of Dearborn, Mich.; brother-in-law Bobby Harper of
Detroit, Mich.; her most valued treasures were her grandchildren Daniel Vanwinkle,
Cheyenne Copley, Daeden Copley. McKayla Kennedy, Hannah Hatfield, Kyle Dillard,
Kaeden Dillard, expected baby Dillard, and Blake Blackburn; beloved life long
friend Rocky Walls; and numerous family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, September 12, 2014
at the Pentecostal House of Prayer, Lynco, with the Rev. Allen Blankenship officiating.
She will be laid to rest in Morgan Cemetery, Long Branch Mountain, Simon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Clear Fork, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: November 2, 2014
Delores Edna Toler Harvey, 83, of Clear Fork, WV, passed away on
Tuesday, October 28, 2014, at Raleigh General Hospital, [Beckley,
Raleigh Co., WV]. She was born on July 20, 1931, in Reedy Creek, WV, a daughter of
the late Namon and Nora Trent Toler.
Delores worked twenty-one years as a school cook for the Wyoming
County Board of Education and attended Turkey Ridge Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a brother
Fred and a sister Althea.
Survivors include a daughter Nadean Ford of Oceana; a son Ron and
Patricia Harvey of Jesse; four grandchildren
Genene and Bruce Blankenship,
Chrystal and Brandon Nichols, Andrea and Brad Fraley and Brandon and Tara
Harvey; five great-grandchildren Drake, Garrett, Braxton, Kacie and Karlie;
seven sisters Cordie, Charlotte, Porshia, Patricia, Ugonda, Diania and Alice;
three brothers Ben, Mike and Buddy; and a host of other loving family and
friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 3,
2014, in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV, with Rev. Gary
Toler officiating. She will be laid to rest in Toler Cemetery, Sunhill, WV. Pall bearers will be Brandon Harvey,
Brad Fraley, Bruce Blankenship, Bill Massey, Ricky Hanshaw and Alfred
Harvey.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Clear Fork, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: July 31, 2015
Thomas Otis Beaver, 68, of Clear Fork, passed away on Tuesday, July
28, 2015 at Welch Community Hospital, Welch, W.Va. He was born on March 31,
1947 in Scarbro, W.Va., a son of the late James and Elizabeth Aurednick Beaver.
Thomas was a United States Army Vietnam Veteran of the 214th
Artillery group and a Baileysville High School graduate.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his
father-in-law Harrison Abbott Sr.
Survivors include his loving wife of 45 years Sue Abbott Beaver; a daughter Angela Beaver
(Stephanie Blankenship) of
Clear Fork; a son Kevin (Rebecca) Beaver of Clear Fork; three grandchildren
Dalton Pritt, Jacob Pritt and Gracie Beaver; mother-in-law Daisy Abbott of
Lynco; two brothers Bob (Barbara) Aurednick of Clear Fork and Johnny Beaver of
Sun Hill; a sister Susie (Bill) Roberts of Lynco; and a host of other loving
family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2015
in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, with Pastor Harrison
Abbott Jr. officiating. He will be laid to rest in G.C. Toler Cemetery, Sun
Hill, W.Va., where military rites will be conducted by the Wyoming County
Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Clear Fork, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Maggie Vicie Hendricks Lester Blankenship, 72, of Clear Fork, WV passed away on
Friday, November 6, 2015 at Logan Regional Medical Center, Logan, [Logan Co.,] WV. She was born on August 16, 1943 in
Brayhom, WV [Braeholm, Logan Co., WV] a daughter of the late Erby and Nellie
Clay Hendricks, Sr.
Maggie was a member of the Pentecostal House of Prayer.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband
first husband Edward Huling "Ed" Lester; her second husband Roger
Blankenship; a son Erby
Lester; and two brothers Frank D. Hendricks and Estil Troy Hendricks.
Survivors include a son Dale Lester of California, MD; seven
grandchildren Edward Dale Lester, Autumn Taylor Lusk and Jerred, Kristopher
Blake Lester, Kaitlyn Brooke Lester, Traevon Michael Miller, Joseph Reno Varela
and Emma Jean Lester; a great grandchild Caden Lusk; a daughter-in-law Donna
Lynn Valley Lester; two sisters Pauline Ball of IN and Debbie Cooper of Pt.
Pleasant; three brothers Erby Hendricks, Jr. of Huntington, Paul Allen
Hendricks of TN and Michael Hendricks of Irving, TX; and a host of other loving
family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 9,
2015 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV, with Rev. Patty
Morgan and Rev. Larry Morgan officiating. She will be laid to rest in Palm
Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Coal Mountain, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Kathleen Blankenship Hatfield, 79, of Coal Mountain, WV passed away on Tuesday December 15, 2015
at her home. She was born on June 23, 1936 in Coal Mountain, WV a daughter of
the late Bruce and Josie Acord Blankenship.
Kathleen worked for the Wyoming County Board of Education as a cook
for many years at Coal Mountain and Baileysville.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband
of 59 years Eugene Hatfield; a granddaughter Beth Morgan; a great granddaughter
Autumn Hatfield; three sisters and five brothers.
Survivors include two daughters Marsha (Nick) Wallace of Coal Mountain and
Patty (Steve) Hopkins of Powhatan, VA; three sons Michael (Rebecca) Hatfield of
Oceana, Larry (Ronda) Hatfield of Coal Mountain and Billy Hatfield of Festus,
MO; two sisters-in-law Georgia
Hatfield of Coal Mountain and Freda
Blankenship of Oceana; 20
grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and a host of other loving family and
friends.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, December 18, 2015
at the Big Cub Missionary Baptist Church, Coal Mountain, WV with Rev. Glen
Hatfield officiating. She will be laid to rest in Hatfield Cemetery, Coal
Mountain, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Cyclone, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
http://evans.tributes.com/our_obituaries/Betty-F.-Blankenship-100532234
Mrs. Betty F. Blankenship, February 24, 1948 - February 27, 2014,
Cyclone, West Virginia
Betty F. Blankenship,
66, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, February 27, 2014. Born February
24, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Rev. John Rollins, Sr. and Ruth
Rollins.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her father-in-law, John Blankenship and brothers-in-law,
Lee and Bilton Blankenship.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 47 years, Lonnie Blankenship, Sr.; sons,
Lonnie, Jr. and wife Belinda, Michael and Bruce and wife Genene; daughter, Brenda; grandchildren Brittany, Lindsay, Drake,
Ashley, Tori and Allison. Also surviving are brothers, Tom and wife Becky, Bill
and wife Fannie, Gerald, John and wife Kris, and Greg; sister, Fannie; mother-in-law, Ruth Blankenship; brothers-in-law,
Gene and wife Frankie, Ralph and wife Sandy, Dale and wife Pam, Gisele, Calvin and wife April, Roger and wife Debbie; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Public Records; https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KY4R-V3M
Blankenship, Lonnie L. – b.01Apr1947 -
Residence 2008: Cyclone, WV
+2014, Cyclone, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Logan Banner from Sept. 30 to
Oct. 1, 2014
Billie Joann Parsons Harless, 79, of
Cyclone, on Sun., Sept. 28, 2014, at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital at Beckley, [Raleigh Co., WV]. Born Nov. 6, 1934, in Sun Dial, she was a
daughter of the late Earl and Stollie Pettry Parsons.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving
husband of 53 years, Oral M. Harless, and a sister, Betty
Blankenship.
Joann worked in the gospel music ministry since she was six years
old. She and her husband, Oral Harless, raised their children in the way of the
gospel and formed the southern gospel group, The Harless Family. Joann was
involved in television and radio work for many years where she touched many
lives through song. Joann has written numerous songs and has sung in many
churches in West Virginia and surrounding states. She never sought credit for
herself and she always put the needs of others before her own.
Joann's happiness was rooted in her love of God and her family. She
looked forward to holidays when the family gathered and sang around the piano.
She loved to watch the grandchildren laugh and play together. She especially
enjoyed listening to her children and grandchildren sing the songs of Zion.
Joann had great appreciation to all the churches and pastors who invited the
Harless Family to take part in their services.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, David and Joyce
Harless of Cyclone, Danny and Sandra Harless of Bolt, Timmy and Cathy Harless
of Cyclone, and Ruta and Earl Prichard Jr. of Bolt; grandchildren, Aaron and
Crystal Harless of Bolt, Tara Harless Toler of Oceana, Caleb and Melissa
Prichard of Bolt, Jared and Sara Harless of Oceana, Brent and Kristy Prichard
of Otsego, and Andrew Damron of Cyclone; great-grandchildren, McKenzie and
Brayden Harless, Karsey, Natalee and Mylee Prichard, Brooklynn and Jacob Toler,
and Chloe and Jenna Harless; brother, James E. and June Parsons of Macedonia,
Ohio, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Services will be held at noon Thurs., October 2, at Oceana Freewill
Baptist Church at Oceana with Rev. Roger Stewart, Pastor Jackie Grimmett, Rev.
Michael Dent, and Rev. Timmy Brewster officiating. She will be laid to rest
beside her beloved husband, Oral, in Palm Memorial Gardens at Matheny.
Pallbearers will be grandsons and other family members.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Cyclone, Wyoming Co., WV, Death
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: March 31, 2015
Earl Gene Blankenship passed away Sunday, March 29, 2015.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Evans Funeral Home of Oceana is serving the Blankenship family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Cyclone, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Posted: Thursday, April 2, 2015 3:00 am
Earl Gene Blankenship was called home
by the Heavenly Father to be with his loving wife, Donna Jean Cook Blankenship, Sunday, March
29, 2015, at the age of 76, following a short illness. Born March 1, 1939, he
was the son of the late Joseph Lee Blankenship and Inez Vada Brown
Blankenship.
Gene was a retired coal miner from
Eastern Associated Coal Company. He enjoyed going to his camper in Greenbrier
County to hunt and fish and doing his crossword puzzles. He loved the holidays
and spending time with his family, friends and his dog, Priss.
In addition to his parents, other family
members awaiting his arrival in Heaven are his brother, Stacy Lee Blankenship, a son-in-law,
Randell Ray Irick, three brothers-in-law, Bobby Brown Sr., Franklin Daniels and
Benny Joe Cook. Two nephews, Freddie Daniels and Bobby (Louie) Brown and a
niece, Louise Ann Daniels also await his arrival.
Those left to cherish Gene’s memory are
his three daughters, Stephanie Blankenship and fiancé, Brian Vance of
Cyclone, Michele Blankenship Lusk and husband, Fabian of Kopperston and Tamberly
Blankenship Irick and Lonnie Stewart of Glen Fork; three grandchildren,
Taylor Lusk and Kim Vance of Kopperston, Raelyn Blankenship Irick and A.J. Jones of Hurricane
and Tyler
Blankenship Irick and Courtnee Counts of Glen Fork; three sisters, Janice Daniels of
Matheny, Mavis Brown of Cyclone and Geraldine Perry and husband, Michael of Cyclone;
one uncle, Calvin Blankenship Jr. and Betty of Clintonville; one aunt, Gladys Blankenship Brown of Cyclone; one
brother-in-law, Gary Cook of Kernersville, N.C.; one sister-in-law, Brenda Cook
of Lafayette, Ohio; several nieces and nephews; and a host of family and
friends.
A celebration of life will be 1 p.m.,
Friday, April 3, 2015 at Evans Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Merle Walls
officiating. Gene will be laid to rest during a private ceremony at Palm
Memorial Gardens, Matheny. Casket bearers will be: Michael Perry, Ricky
Brown, Eric Brown, Darren Blankenship, Pete Davis, Luke Gallaher, Tyler Irick, AJ Jones,
Kevin Daniels and Jeff Hood.
2015, Cyclone, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - January 1, 2016
Patsy Osborne Blankenship, 46, of Cyclone, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015.
The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home,
Lynco
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Fanrock, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: May 5, 2015
Garnette Lea Stafford Morgan Rose, 82, of Fanrock, went to meet the
Lord and those she loved on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at Raleigh General Hospital,
Beckley. She was born on September 26, 1932 in Ox, W.Va., a daughter of the
late Virgil Stewart and Zelma Jackson. Garnette was a member of Brenton Church
of God.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her first
husband Thomas J. Morgan; her second husband Johnny Ellis Rose; an infant son
Johnny Lee Morgan; five brothers Donald Fite, Aussi Houck, Rodney Houck,
Douglas Houck and Virgil Stewart Jr .
Those left to cherish her memory are her three daughters Charlotte (Jimmy) Hatfield of Fanrock, Sharon (Paul) Blankenship of
Laurel Branch and Frances (Jim) Lambert of Brenton; three sons Thomas Ray (Wanda)
Morgan of Fanrock, Onnie (Jennifer) Morgan of Fayetteville and Ernest (Denevra)
Morgan of Ikes Fork; two sisters Peggy Stover of Smyrna, Del. and Avis Price of
Ohio; a brother Joseph Houck of Fanrock; 15 grandchildren Chrystal Smith, Donna Dominick, Amanda Hunt, Ashley
Stewart, Samuel Lambert, Sonya Christian, Jimmy Hatfield, Jason Blankenship , Thomas Morgan II, Jesse Morgan, Onnie
Morgan Jr., Erica Church, Adam Morgan, Jonathan Morgan and Traci Smith; 25
great grandchildren Samantha Smith,
Kaitlyn Smith, Treyton Dominick, Ty Dominick, Bryson Hunt, Cayden Hunt, Zachary
Hunt, Emma Stewart, M'Kenna Stewart, Maddox Stewart, Austin Christian, Ethan
Christian, Alivia Hatfield, Brooke Hatfield, Molly Cook, Luke Blankenship , Wyatt Blankenship ,
Maggie Blankenship , Thomas Morgan III, Gavin Morgan, Judah
Morgan, Joselyn Morgan, Emitt Morgan, Nash Morgan and Kendal Smith; and a host
of other loving family and friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2015
at the Brenton Church of God, Brenton, with Pastor Fredrick Fischer and Bro.
Bill Rose officiating. She will be laid to rest in Morgan Family Cemetery, West
Point, W.Va.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Glen Rogers, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Arthur Randall Brooks (Crow), 59 went to be with the Lord on
Saturday, February 28, 2015 following a short battle with cancer. Born August
26, 1955 in Glen Rogers, he was the son of Sheba Brooks and the late Arthur
Vane Brooks.
Randall was a member of Glen Rogers Community Church. He was a
loving father and husband. Randall enjoyed spending time with his sons, building
cars and bikes. He loved working with his hands.
In addition to his father Arthur Brooks, he was preceded in death
by his father in law, Frankie Lafferty.
Survivors include his mother, Sheba Brooks of Glen Rogers; his
wife, Beverly Brooks of Glen Rogers; two sons, Matthew Randall Brooks and
fiancé, Ashley Smith and Curtis Tilley Brooks; two sisters, Lillie Brooks of Glen Rogers and Kathy Blankenship and husband,
Johnny of Glen Rogers; two brothers, John Brooks
and Bammer Brooks of Glen Rogers; mother in law, Billie Lafferty of Glen
Rogers; two sisters in law, Eva (EJ) Webb and husband, Timmy Webb and Rachel
Tolliver and husband, Willis Tolliver all of Glen Rogers; five nephews;
Christopher and Jeremy Tolliver, John and Mitchell Brooks and David Blankenship;
niece , Jennifer Brooks; and a host of friends and family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hanover, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: August 29, 2015
Tommy A. Blankenship,
66, of Hanover, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2015 at his residence.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Blue Ridge Funeral Homes
of Beckley, is serving the Blankenship Family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Kopperston, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - December 22, 2015
Buford Ray Workman, 70, of Kopperston, WV, went home to be with the
Lord on Saturday December 19, 2015, at his home. Ray left the world peacefully,
in his sleep. He was born on November 24, 1945, in Lorado, WV, a son of the
late Onnie and Virginia Crouse Workman.
Ray was a disabled coal miner and a "union man." He last
worked at Dehue Coal in Logan County as a roof bolter. Ray was a loving
husband, father and grandfather. He loved people, to talk, horses and fast
cars. He never got out of the habit of doing a burn out in his truck before he
pulled in his driveway. Ray was a kind-hearted humble man who would do anything
for his family and friends.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a son Samuel
Lewis Workman; two sisters Mildred Blankenship and Shirley Adams; and a brother Billy
Workman.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 51 years
Mary Ann Vance Workman; a daughter Gina Marie Sellards and husband Charlie; a
son Eddie Ray Workman and wife Angela; grandchildren Nicole Rae Bailey, Chad
Lewis Bailey, Alexander Charles Sellards, Tyler Lewis Workman, Ashley Raya
Danielle Workman, Jacob Tanner Ray Workman and Jennah Ashtan RayAnn Workman;
great grandchildren Kailey Marie Bailey and Emily Grace Campbell; and a
multitude of family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday December 22,
2015, in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, W.Va., with Pastor
William Cook officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, W.Va. Pallbearers will be family and
friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lillydale, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 31, 2014
Alvin Cole, 83, of Lillydale, WV, passed away Friday, March 28,
2014, at his home. Alvin was born November 27, 1930, in Sunhill, WV, a son of
the late Troy and Vera Tilley Cole.
He was a retired coal miner and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a
loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather.
His wife of 58 years, Geneva Blankenship Cole, also preceded him in death in 2009, along
with a son Troy Lance Cole and a brother Clarence Cole.
Survivors include a daughter Betty Jean Cline and husband Rocky of
Oceana; two sons Marvin Cole and wife Rhonda of Lillydale and Ivan Cole and
wife Toni of Kopperston; six grandchildren Troy Lance Berta, Aaron Stafford,
Logan Cole, Melinda Cline, Stephanie Gibson and Nevaeh Cole; two
great-grandchildren Candace Gibson and Tyler Gibson; three
great-great-grandchildren Tarrin Perry, Matthew Bailey and Jaiden Lusk; two
sisters Juanita Cook of Crouches Farm and Janis Perry of Lillyhaven; a very
special companion Helen Cline of Sunhill; and a host of other loving family and
friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2014,
in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, with Rev. James Walker
officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. The
Wyoming County Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Lynco, Wyoming Co.,
WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: November 4, 2014
James H. "Sarge" Maynard, 84, of Lynco, passed away on
Thursday, October 30, 2014 at his home. He was born on June 23, 1930 in Laredo,
W.Va., a son of the late Evie
Blankenship Bailey and Carl
Maynard.
James is a retired coal miner from EACC where he worked for 35
years. He was a US Army Veteran and served in the Korean War.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two brothers Alfred Gibson and Herman Maynard; sister Reva
Maynard, a son Jimmy Maynard, a daughter-in-law Tammy Maynard and a grandson
Chad Maynard.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 60 years Georgina
Ferrari Maynard; two sons Johnny and Regina Maynard of Fayetteville, Donald and
Charlene Maynard of Oceana; a daughter Tina and Bill Redden of Oceana who was
also his caregiver; two grandsons John Maynard Jr. and James Maynard III; a
step grandson Adam Redden; five granddaughters Misty Willard, Danelle and Chris
Perez, Christy and Aaron Plumley, Ashley and Shawn Clark, Shannon Redden; three
great granddaughters Allyson and Grayson Plumley and Tammy Maynard; one great
grandson Kody Blackburn; a brother Ronal Lee and Merle Maynard; a sister-in-law
Annie Gibson; a brother-in-law Kurt and Crystal Housmeir; and a host of other
loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4,
2014 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, with Pastor Randy
Bowles officiating. The Wyoming County Veterans Honor Guard will conduct
military rites. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV
at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Pallbearers Sid Griffith, Jimmy
Clay, Aaron Plumley, Shawn Clark, Johnny Maynard and Donald Maynard.
Honorary Pallbearer Bill Redden.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Maben, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Randall Leo Halsey, 78, of Maben, passed away December 13, 2015 at
Raleigh General Hospital following complications of heart and pulmonary
disease. He was the son of the late Aubrey Mack Halsey and Elizabeth England.
He was born September 16, 1937 in Maben, West Virginia.
He served in the United States Army from 1955-1957. His
achievements in the military were Good Conduct Medal, sharp shooter and expert
(SMG Caliber 45). He worked for 10 years at a steel mill in Chicago and as a
coal miner in West Virginia for 21 years. Randall loved going to flea markets
and estate sales. Most importantly, he professed to be saved a few weeks before
his death.
In addition to his parents, those preceding him in death are
brothers, Rodney, Raben, David and Dean Halsey; sister, Lenora “Boots” Halsey
McGee.
Those left to cherish his memory is his wife of 56 years, Jessie
Canada Halsey; daughters, Kim Blankenship and husband
Paul, Gina Ingram and husband Joseph and Lori
Jenkins and husband Jason; son, Randall L. Halsey II and wife Kristi; sisters,
Sharon Hartsog and husband Keith, Vivian Meseberg and husband Len, Norma Jenson
and husband John, and Debra Trail Whitten; brother, Charles Halsey and wife
Virginia; grandchildren, Andrea, Daniel, Seth, Shea, Ian, Samantha, and Claire;
great-grandchildren, Larkin, Chloe, Katherine and Silas and a host of nieces,
nephews, cousins and buddies.
Per Randall’s wishes, a graveside service only will be held,
Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Matheny, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Netta Janice “Jan” Daniels, 80, of Matheny passed away Friday, June 19, 2015 at her home.
Born February 18, 1935 in Laredo, WV, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Lee Blankenship and Inez Vada Brown Blankenship.
Jan was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Matheny and always
looked forward to attending services with her church family. Jan loved to fish,
enjoyed reading, sewing, spending time in the kitchen, doing crossword puzzles,
reciting poetry and most of all, spending time with her family. You could
always find Jan sitting at the kitchen table waiting for friends and family to
arrive, eager to offer them something to eat or drink. She loved her dog,
Dixie.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 62 years, Franklin D. Daniels. Also preceding her death were a
daughter, Lois Ann Daniels; a son, Freddie Daniels; two grandsons, Christopher
Michael Hatfield and Terry Wayne Daniels; and a great-granddaughter, Avery Elizabeth
Bledsoe; two brothers, Stacy Lee Blankenship and Earl Blankenship;
and two daughters-in-law, Elizabeth “Mousie” Daniels and Peggie Daniels.
Those left to cherish Jan’s memory are her sons, Terry Daniels and
wife, Lynn of Matheny and Kevin Daniels and wife, Angie of Matheny; daughters,
Karen Goodwin and husband, Claude of Matheny, Rhonda Hatfield and husband, Mike
of Turkey Creek and Trina Daniels and wife, Betty of Princeton; two sisters, Mavis Brown
of Cyclone and Geraldine Perry and husband, Michael of Cyclone;
sixteen grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; a great-great granddaughter
due in November; a host of nieces and nephews; and many dear friends.
Those serving as pallbearers will be Jan’s grandsons: Jeremy
Daniels, Kevin Ryan Daniels, John Torrey Daniels, Kaleb Daniels, Kolin Daniels,
Chuck Akers, Christopher Bledsoe and her great-grandson, Trae Johnson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Matheny, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - November 27, 2015
Kenneth R. Gregory, 72, of Matheny, WV, departed this life on
Monday, November 23, 2015, at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV. He was born on
September 24, 1943, in Clear Fork, WV, a son of the late Morgan and Bessie
Bowes Gregory.
Kenneth was a coal miner for 18 years. He was an avid hunter and
fisherman. He enjoyed working in his yard and garden. He was of the Baptist
Faith.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two sisters Margaret Short and Alva Lea Blankenship; and two brothers Arlie Gregory and Donald
Bowes.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Mary Jane
Hearn Gregory; two sons Ken of Beckley and Jimmy and his wife Judith of Columbia,
SC; five sisters Mary Anderson of
Pineville, Alma Blankenship of Clear Fork, Edna McVey and her husband
Jimmy of Charleston, Norma Marcum of Vacaville, CA, and Rema Kidd of VA; five
grandchildren Chad Kendrick, Abigail Grace and John Paul Gregory of Beckley and
Cody James and Kelly Faith Gregory of Columbia, SC; several nieces, nephews and
a host of other loving family and friends.
A celebration of Kenneth's life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday,
November 28, 2015, at the Joseph Baptist Church, Lynco, WV, with Pastor William
Cook and Rev. Erwin Gregory officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm
Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, McGraws, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Garnette Pauline Brooks, 85, of McGraws passed away Tuesday,
November 4, 2014, following a short illness.
Born April 21, 1929, at McGraws, she was the daughter of the late John
and Dolly Cozort Brooks
Garnette was a member of the Rock Castle Baptist Church and was a
retired US Postmaster. She enjoyed quilting, reading, crossword puzzles, rug
weaving, crocheting and crafts.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 5
brothers, Arthur, Jim, Henry, Richard and David L. Brooks and 4 sisters, Chloe
Eagle, Ferol Broomell, Mabel McMillen and Helen Brooks; 3 nephews, Troy, Steve
and Tim Brooks and a niece, Bonnie Brooks.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Sheba Brooks of Glen Rogers; 13 nieces, June Gwinn and Gail Gwinn of
Flushing, MI, Jo Ellen Livingston of Manassas, VA, Lilly Chambers of Glen
Rogers, Pauline Hipps and Mary Alice Brooks of Virginia, Linda Glander of
Knoxville, TN, Katheryn Walls, Susan Ellison and Laura Burdette of Rockview,
Paula Brooks of Jesse, Patty Cook of Oceana, Kathy Blankenship of Glen Rogers; 4 nephews, Dale McMillen of Lockbridge, WV; Jay
McMillen of Meadow Bridge, WV, Randall Brooks and John Brooks of Glen Rogers.
Ms. Brooks is also survived by several great-nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Garnette’s life will be at 1 p.m., Saturday,
November 8, 2014 in the Calfee Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Stephen
Walls officiating. Burial will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny. Family
and friends will serve as pallbearers
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Mullens, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: April 30, 2015
Billie Rae "Penny" Linkous, 66, passed away peacefully on
Monday, April 27, 2015 at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston [Kanawha Co., WV] after a long illness. Born August 5, 1948
in Mullens W.Va., Penny was the daughter of the late Raymond Cook and Billy Jean Blankenship.
Penny was a graduate of Mullens High School class of 1966. She
graduated from Concord College with a BA in Education in 1979. She went on to
pursue graduate degrees from West Virginia University and Marshall University.
She retired as a well-loved teacher from Herndon Consolidated in 2008. She was
an avid tennis player who spent time playing and watching the game. Penny loved
her family, friends, teaching, and all sports. She attended the Mullens
Pentecostal Holiness Church.
In addition to her parents, Penny was preceded in death by her
son-in-law, Stacy McLamb of Mullens.
Those left to cherish her memory include her two loving daughters,
Kelly Linkous McLamb and Jenny Gillispie and her husband Kevin all of Mullens;
granddaughter Kaitlynn Gentry and grandson Tanner Gentry, both of Mullens; two
sisters, Debbie Canada and her husband Mike of West End, N.C.; Barbara Coleman
and her husband Mitch of Southern Pines, N.C.; three brothers, Randy Cook of Jacksonville, Fla.; Jack Blankenship of Aberdeen, NC.; and Jimmy Blankenship -Coombs and his husband Jim of Morgantown,
W.Va.; and several nieces and nephews she loved dearly.
A celebration of Penny's life will be held on Friday, May 1st, 2015
at 2 p.m. at the Mullens Pentecostal Holiness Church with Rev. Lewis Arnold
officiating. In keeping with her wishes, the body will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Mullens, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: July 10, 2015
Janet Setser Blankenship, 57, of Mullens, formerly of Tomahawk, [Martin
Co.,] Ky., passed away on
Monday, July 6, 2015 at her residence after fighting a long courageous battle
of small cell lung cancer. Born March 3, 1958 at Paintsville, [Johnson
Co.,] Ky., she was the
daughter of the late Buford Lee and Betty Jean (Fraley) Setser.
Janet was a CNA for 14 years. Her life was her children and
grandchildren; she loved taking care of her family and traveling.
In addition to her parents she is also preceded in death by two
brothers, Gary "Bubbo" Setser and Johnny Ray Setser; and three
sisters, Retha Kay Whitt, Carol Jean Spence, and Sharon Gay Jude.
Those left to cherish her memory include her two daughters, Betty Michelle Harris and her husband, Roland of Mullens and Amanda Sue Hall and her husband, Jason of Crumpler; one son, Stephen E. Blankenship and his wife, Deanna of Barkers Ridge; five grandchildren, Brittany and Kaitlyn Meddings, Alexis Hall, and Stevie and Hunter
Blankenship ; three sisters,
Sue Wyatt Kapper of Akron, Ohio, Gladys Christian of Stotesbury, and Brenda
Spence of Tomahawk, Ky.; two brothers, Blaine Setser and Alvis Ray Setser both
of Inez, Ky.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be 1 p.m., Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Tankersley
Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Ronnie Bell officiating. Burial will follow in
the Blankenship Family Cemetery, Barkers Ridge. Family and friends will
serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
McCreary Co., KY, Marriage
Gary E. Blankenship, 19, - Janet Setser,
16, - 09Mar1974
+2015, Mullens, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Edith Irene Blankenship Christian left this life to be with the Lord forever on August 13, 2015.
Born February 23, 1933 in Capels, WV, she was the daughter of the late Ray and Lilly
Blankenship. Edith was one of
twelve children and was a dedicated member of Pineville Southern Baptist Church
since 1988, and Charity Baptist Church of Mullens.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband J. E. Christian, a step son David Christian and several brothers and
sisters.
Those left to cherish her memory are her four children, Jerry Frost
of King, NC, Judy Frost of Sedona, AZ, Andrea Taylor of Mullens whom was also
her caregiver, and Anthony Frost of Hickory, NC. Three Grandchildren, Valerie
Harris of King, NC, Ryan Frost of Kansas, and a dedicated granddaughter Cheryl
Milam of Pineville. Four Great Grandchildren, Baylee and Cade
Milam of Pineville, Jareth Windsor and Ian Harris of King, NC. Her siblings, Grathiel Faw of Parma, OH and Lula
Insley of Glouster, VA. Two Step Children, June Ann Hatcher and Linda
Gaye Lester, 6 Step Grandchildren – 5 Step Great Grandchildren
A Celebration of Edith’s Life will be conducted at 2:00PM Monday at
Pineville Southern Baptist Church with Rev. Dwight Stafford officiating. Burial
will follow in Palm Memorial Gardens in Matheny. Family and Friends will serve
as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - January 27, 2014
High Blackburn, 91, departed this life Friday, January 25, 2014, at
Bowers Hospice House in Beckley [Raleigh
Co., WV] following a long
illness. Born January 10, 2014, in Wyoming County, he was the son of the late
George and Susan Endicott Blackburn.
Mr. Blackburn was a retired coal miner, boss and superintendent for
Eastern Associated Coal Company, and a member of Oceana Delilah Methodist
Church. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by the love of
his life Hazel Blackburn; two sons, Joe Otis Blackburn an infant son, James
Lotis Blackburn; a sister, Mary Fulks; and a son-in-law, Roger
Blankenship.
Those left to cherish history are a daughter, Sharon
Blankenship of Oceana; a
grandson, Vernon Blackburn; two granddaughters, Melissa Childers and her
husband, Rod, and Toni Stewart and her husband, Ralph; three great-grandsons,
Brandon Childers, Caleb Childers and Cody Stewart; two great-granddaughters,
Alison Childers and Marina Stewart; four sisters, Ocie Branhan, Maczenia
Burchett, Barbara Rice and Carol Baldridge; a daughter-in-law, Peggy Blackburn;
several nieces and nephews and a host of family friends.
A celebration of Mr. Blackburn's life will be 1 p.m. Monday,
January 27, 2014, at Adam Toler Memorial Chapel with Rev. David White
officiating; entombment will follow in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Oceana, Wyoming Co.,
WV, Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Ray Davis, 57, of Oceana, WV passed away
on Friday, March 7, 2014 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He
was born July 30, 1956 in Columbus, OH a son of the late Frank and Agnes
Parsons Davis.
In addition to his parents he is preceded
in death by a brother James Davis.
Survivors include his loving wife of 34
years Patricia Lois Church Davis of Oceana; a daughter Patricia Gail (Randy)
Vannatter of Oceana; four sisters
Gay Meeks of Branchland, Barbara (Clyde) Workman of Pineville, Ellie (Ricky) Blankenship of Hanover, and
Betty (Junior) Riffe of Ikes Fork; four brother Bill (Pansey) Davis of
Mooresboro, NC, Doug (Betty) Davis of Teays Valley, Roger Davis and his
companion Donna Fortner of Kopperston, and Eddie (Kathy) Davis of Lincoln
County; six grandchildren James Nash, Brandi Vannatter, Destiny Vannatter,
Amber Vannatter, Jasmine Vannatter, and Joshua Vannatter; and a host of other
loving family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 7:00 PM
on Thursday March 13, 2014 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home,
Lynco, WV, with Rev. James Cline officiating. In keeping with his wishes, he
will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Oceana, Wyoming Co.,
WV, Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Roger Keaton McKinney, 62, of Oceana, WV,
went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at Raleigh General
Hospital [Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV]. He was born
March 12, 1951 in Slab Fork, WV a son of the late Bernard Burdette and
Katherine Marie Pierce McKinney.
Roger was a member of the Crany
Missionary Baptist Church. He loved all his family, church family and many
friends. Roger was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
In addition to his parents he is preceded
in death by two brothers Herbert Lewis and Bernard Burdette McKinney, Jr.; a
sister Shirley Jean McKinney; mother-in-law Madeleen Stepp; sister-in-law Charlene
Blankenship; and special aunt Thelma Thompson.
Survivors include his loving wife of 41
years Geraldine Stepp McKinney; three sons Roger Wayne (Christy) McKinney and
their children Douglas Keaton McKinney, and Molly Ann McKinney, Kevin Lee
(Lenore) McKinney and their children Bethany LeeAnn McKinney, and Maria LeDawn
Mckinney, and Daniel Paul McKinney all of Oceana; four sisters Peggy (Morris)
Niday of Crab Orchard, Billie Joyce (Tom) Cox of Stotesbury,
Tina Lester of Richmond, VA, and JoAnn (Ron) Myatt of Belhaven, NC;
two brothers Douglas Lee (Carol) McKinney of Caol City, and Harry Allen (Linda)
McKinney of Stotesbury; father-in-law Grover Stepp of Crany; sister-in-law
Evealene (Steve) Elkins of Lynco; two brother-in-laws Bennie (Becky) Stepp, and
Kenneth (Nina) Stepp all of Crany; and a host of other loving family and
friends.
Funeral service will be held at Noon on
Sunday February 23, 2014 at the Crany Missionary Baptist Church, Crany, WV,
with Pastor James Walker and his son Kevin Lee McKinney officiating. He will be
laid to rest in the Stepp Family Cemetery, Crany, WV.
Family and friends will serve as pall bearers. Honorary pall bearers will be
Doyle Johnson, and Bud Smith who were his fishing buddies.
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2014, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - May 6, 2014
Peggy L. Blackburn, 68, walked through Heaven's gate meeting family
members awaiting her arrival on Saturday, May 3, 2014, at Bowers Hospice House.
Born October 13, 1945, at Kopperston, she was the daughter of the late James
Otis and Lucille Goddard Cook.
Peggy was administrative assistant for Otis Cook Motor Sales,
member and former president of A.B.W., member of Oceana Women's Club, a member
of Toneda Missionary Baptist Church where she served as pianist and piano
teacher and was an interior decorator. She also enjoyed gardening and animals.
Peggy was a loving and nurturing mother and "Mimi."
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, Joe Blackburn, and an infant daughter, Angela Dawn Blackburn.
Those left to cherish her memory are a son, Vernon Blackburn and
wife, Trisha, of Hendersonville, Tenn.; a daughter, Toni Stewart and husband,
Ralph, of Oceana; a brother, Donnie Cook and wife, Patricia, of Radford, Va.; a
sister-in-law, Sharon Blankenship of Oceana; three grandchildren, Marina and
Cody Lee Stewart and Shania Blackburn; three nephews, Jim Cook and wife, Dawn,
of Oceana, Rodney Cook and wife, Lisa, of Flatwoods and Donald Cook II and
wife, Tara, of Bristol, Tenn.; three nieces, Shane Cook Hawk and husband,
Darrin, of Greenville, SC., Melissa Stump of Dublin, Va., and Melissa Childress
and husband, Rod, of Holden Beach, NC.; and a host of family and friends.
A celebration of Peggy's life will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 7,
2014, at Toneda Missionary Baptist Church, with Rev. James Hamrick and Rev.
Jerry Cook officiating. Peggy will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens,
Matheny. Casketbearers will be Jim Cook, Cody Stewart, Rodney Cook, Johnny
Maynard, Ron Altizer II and Fairley Jewell.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV,
Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Patsy R. Blankenship Benjamin, 72, of Oceana WV, passed away on Saturday July 12, 2014, at
Bowers Hospice House Beckley, [Raleigh
Co.], WV. He was born
October 20, 1941 a son of the late Bruce and Josie Acord Blankenship.
Patsy was saved and of the Pentecostal faith and a graduate of the
Ohio State Board of Cosmetology. She is preceded in death by her first born
child Jeanie Alaine Looney; brothers
Robert, Sam, and Holland Blankenship, and Bill Cook; sisters Margie Rowe, and Geneva Cole.
Survivors include a daughter Karen and Lewis Riffe of Oceana; three
sons Dan Blankenship of Findley, OH, Samuel and Sheila Looney of Sharpsburg, GA, and
Joseph Looney of Findley, OH; a sister
Kathleen Hatfield of Coal Mountain; ten
grandchildren, and four great grandchildren that she loved dearly; and a host
of other loving family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday July 16, 2014,
in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV, with Pastor Bill
Stewart officiating.
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2014, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: November 14, 2014
Larry Lee "Duke" Morgan, Jr., 40, of Oceana, WV, passed
away on Monday, November 10, 2014, at his home. He was born on August 5, 1974,
in Mullens, WV, a son of Larry and Patty Morgan.
He is preceded in death by a nephew Brayden Lester; grandmothers Louise Proffitt and Hazel Morgan; step
grandmother Rosetta Proffitt; grandfather Raymond "Bob" Morgan; an aunt Patty Gaye Blankenship and two uncles Clyde and Timothy Morgan.
Those left to cherish his memories are his parents Larry and Patty
Morgan of Oceana; three children Allie Morgan of Fairmont, LaRissa and Rebecca
Morgan both of Chapmanville; his grandfather Firg Proffitt of Oceana; two
brothers Josh and Sara Morgan of Fairmont and Ian Morgan of Oceana; three
sisters Nina Lester of Coeburn, VA, Ashley Core of Lynco and Leah Morgan of
Oceana; three nephews Dylan Morgan, Justus and Luke Mitchell; two nieces Abby
Morgan and Jordyn Lester; his former wife Samantha Morgan; and a host of other
loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, November 15,
2014, at the Lynco Pentecostal House of Prayer, Lynco, WV, with Rev. Bill
Goode, Rev. Dennie May and Pastor Josh Morgan officiating. He will be laid to
rest in the Milty Morgan Cemetery, Long Branch, WV. Pallbearers will be Don Ragan, Shawn Bowman, Allen Hatfield, Rick
Keck, Jimmy Massey, Chris
Blankenship and Timmy Massey.
Honorary pallbearer will be Kevin McKinney.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Billy Ray Lusk, 76, of Oceana, passed away Jan. 18, 2015 in Logan
Regional Medical Center following a long illness. Born March 6, 1938 in Cyclone
he was the son of the late Maxwell and Hallie Gertrude Lusk.
Billy was a member of UMWA local union 7604 having worked for forty
years at the Kopperston tipple. He was a veteran of the United States Army.
Billy loved watching and playing sports and was an avid hunter.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter,
Kimberly Castle and three sisters: Loclaire Brown, Imogene Mayhorn and Ruby
Bailey, his twin sister.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Georgia Lusk; four daughters: Brenda Lea Lusk and her
husband, Ricky of Athens, Pamela Manning of Oceana, Teresa Blankenship of Nitro, and Mary Burgess and her
husband, David of Lyburn; one son, Billy Joe Lusk of Cyclone; nine
grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; one brother, Maxwell Lusk, Jr. and his
wife, Faye of Cyclone; and two sisters, Sharon Osborne of Cyclone and Carrie
Toler of Celina, Oh.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 pm, Wednesday, January 21, 2015
at Evans memorial Chapel with the Rev. Danny Gilfilen officiating. Interment
will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: February 15, 2015
Erby Edward Lester, 51, of Oceana, WV, went home to be with the
Lord on Wednesday, February 11, 2015, at Welch Community Hospital, Welch, [McDowell Co.,] WV. He was born on February 2, 1964, in
Chicago, IL, a son of Maggie
Vicie Hendricks Blankenship of
Mill Creek and the late Edward Huling Lester.
Erby was a member of Sunrise Baptist Church, Oceana Fire
Department, Black Diamond Officiating, a 1982 graduate of Oceana High School,
former president of the Oceana Little League and very active in youth sports.
In addition to his father he is preceded in death by his
father-in-law Donnie Valley.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 27 years
Donna Lynn Valley Lester; two daughters Autumn and
Jerred Lusk of Pineville and Kaitlyn Lester of Oceana; a grandson Caden Lusk of
Pineville; a brother Troy Dale Lester of California, MD; and a host of other
loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 15,
2015, in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV, with Rev. Oza
Mullins officiating. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: March 15, 2015
Raymond Robert Webb, 85, of Oceana, WV, entered the gates of Heaven
on Wednesday, March 11, 2015. He fought hard to survive after having 2 heart
attacks in less than a week, but his body was not strong enough. He was born on
February 20, 1930, in Berchton, WV, a son of the late Earl and Trula Smith
Webb. He was the last remaining member of the Webb children.
Raymond was a coal miner who began his career with a pick and
shovel. He advanced through the different phases of mining, including becoming
a Federal Mine Inspector. He was part of the task force that made new laws
governing coal mine dams after the Buffalo Creek disaster. He also served his
country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Raymond's favorite
saying lately was "I'm such a lucky man!" To sum this up I should
say, To love and be loved is one of life's greatest
blessings. He had both. He truly loved his family and friends, and he was truly
loved.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by six brothers
and two sisters.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years Helen Buck Webb of
Oceana; two daughters Cindy Stewart and husband Danny of Poca and Debbie Miller
and husband Ronald "Butch" of Fairdale; a son Ray Webb, Jr., of
Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren Chris Stewart and his children Devon, Juliana,
and Amelia, Erica Pompie and husband Jason, children Aiden and Kendall, David "DJ" Blankenship and partner Becky Cooper, Amber Cains and
husband Brad, and Brandi Carter and husband Joe, and children Logan, Riley,
Trinity and Desirea; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2015,
at the Oceana First Baptist Church, Oceana, WV, with Pastor Jerry Cook
officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Death
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Roger Blankenship, 69 [1946], of Oceana, WV, passed away on Monday
June 8, 2015 in Cleveland Clinic, [Cuyahoga
Co., OH].
Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=147754975
Roger Blankenship, 69, of Oceana,
WV, passed away on Monday June 8, 2015 in Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. He
was born on February 4, 1946 a son of the late Halsey Blankenship (Deceased) and Belle Toler-Blankenship (Deceased).
In addition to his parents he is preceded
in death by a three brothers Truman Blankenship (1926-1996), Danny Blankenship (Deceased) and Jolle Blankenship (Deceased); and
a sister Lois Blankenship (Deceased).
Survivors include his wife Maggie Vicie
Hendricks-Lester-Blankenship (1943-2015); a daughter Tina Renee
Blankenship-Cook (1967-2016) of LA; a son Roger (Angie) Blankenship, Jr. of Charleston;
two sisters Betty Blankenship of OK and Shirley Blankenship-Toler of Brenton; three grandchildren; and a host of
other loving family and friends. He was married previously to Betty Jean Massey
(1950-2016) on July 21, 1966 in Lynco, Wyoming County, WV (Per WV Marriage
License Register, Wyoming County, WV, 1966, Page 464, Application Date: July 19,
1966).
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM
on Saturday, June 13, 2015 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home,
Lynco, WV, with Sister Patty Morgan and Bro. Larry Morgan officiating. He will
be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV.
2015, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - November 29, 2015
Lois M. Steffey, 78, of Oceana passed away Wednesday, November 25,
2015, in the Bowers Hospice House following a long battle with Alzheimer's
disease. Born December 13, 1936, in Mingo County, she was the daughter of the
late Claude and Jessie Louise Hatfield Steffey.
Lois was employed for many years by the Wyoming County Board of
Education as a teacher's aide. She worked at Glen Rogers High School, Oceana
High School, Berlin McKinney Grade School, and Glen Fork Grade School. She was
an avid local sports fan, loved cheering on the Oceana Indians.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by an infant
brother.
Those left to cherish her memory include her sister Claudene
Steffey Worley; her niece Kelli Blankenship; her children Aaron Walker and fiancée
Denise Hamrick, Ashley Cole and husband Mathew, and her two Great Great nieces
Gracee and Olivia; her nephew Daniel S. Worley and his wife Leigh Ann, his
children Cabe and Kian; and a host of family, and beloved friends.
Services celebrating the life of Lois will be held at 1 p.m.
Monday, November 30, 2015, in the Chapel of Evans Funeral Home, Oceana, with
Joe Besenyoui officiating. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in
Beckley.
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2014, Pierpoint, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
There is also a Pierpoint in Monongalia
Co., WV, JIM
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 9, 2014
Jesse Eli Tolliver of Pierpoint went to be with his Lord on Sunday,
September 7, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was 86 and the last
surviving member of his family. Jesse was born on February 16, 1928 at
Pierpoint. He was the son of the late Oakey J. and Viola (Ola) Phillips
Tolliver.
Jesse started working with Virginian Railroad and finished working
for Norfolk and Western. He worked for 44 years and 6 months on the railroad.
He was a member of the Pierpoint Freewill Baptist Church where he had the honor
of being a Deacon, Choir Leader, Trustee, and Sunday school Superintendent
until November 2013. Jesse as a young man also had the honor of pulling out the
nails of used lumber which was donated by Ritter Saw Mill to help build
Pierpoint Church. Oakey J. Tolliver (his father) worked at Ritter Saw Mill
before his death.
Jesse loved to give items away from his home grown garden
vegetables, wood working items that he would make, and the baked goods that
Jesse and his loving wife (Carrie) would make.
In addition to his parents he is also preceded in death by an
infant son, Linden Douglas Tolliver; five brothers, Jr., Drew, William, Denny,
and Robert Tolliver; two sisters, Ruth Craft and Ruby Halsey; and a son-in-law,
Darrell Gillespie. Jesse leaves behind his wife, the love of his life of almost
65 years, Carrie Deloris (Lusk) Tolliver. Jesse spotted her at church one night
and told the person he was with that he was going to marry her and he did. He
also leaves behind three children, daughter, Sheila Tolliver of Beaver; a son,
Randall Tolliver and his wife, Lois of Beckley; and a daughter, Delilah
Gillespie of Pierpoint; three grandchildren,
Scotty Martin and his wife, Lisa of Beaver, Patricia Lester and her husband,
Danny of Mullens, and Terri Lea
Blankenship and her husband, P. J. of Mullens; nine great
grandchildren, Tyler, Cody, and Jayden Lester, Adriana and Abigail Martin,
Patrick, Logan, Emma, and Nina Blankenship ;
and a great great grandchild due in November; he leaves behind his loving furry
friend, Lizzie who adored him so much; Uncle Jesse also leaves behind several
nieces and nephews that called or came by to see him almost every day. He also
will leave behind two very special friends, Bill and Joan Webster from
Belcher's Dry Cleaners. He will be missed by his church family and other
nephews and nieces.
The celebration of his life will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 9,
2014 at the Pierpoint Freewill Baptist Church, with Pastor Charles
"Butch" Acord officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial
Park, Beckley. Pallbearers will be men of the church.
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+2015, Pineville, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: June 13, 2015
Vida Doris Laxton, 52, of Pineville, passed away Thursday, June 11,
2015 at her residence following a sudden illness. Born March 19, 1963 in Welch,
W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Senter Laxton Sr. and Anna Mae Blankenship
Doris was of the Nazarene faith. She enjoyed babysitting, listening
to music and being with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother,
Senter Laxton Jr.
Survivors include a brother, Roger Morgan of Mullensville; a sister, Janie Blankenship and her husband, Ernie of Indian Creek. Caregivers, Ronnie and Lou
Browning and Ernest and Judy Browning, all of Pineville. A special friend, Vida Adkins of Keyrock. A niece and nephew
she loved as her brother and sister, Bridget and Derrick Browning; a nephew, Johnny Blankenship of Pineville; a niece, Jackie McClendon of Cleveland, Ohio;
special cousin, Butch Browning of Pineville; two children she loved as her own,
Ivory and Jake Stewart.
A celebration of Doris's life will be held at 1 p.m., Sunday, June
14, 2015 in the Calfee Funeral Service Chapel with Pastor Leonard Sizemore
officiating. Burial will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Pineville, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
James Kenneth Sigmon, 68, beloved husband, father and “pawpaw” went
to be with the Lord on Friday, July 17, 2015. Born in Carswell, WV on October
19, 1946, he was a son of the late Everett Talton Sigmon and Lettie Mae Snow
Sigmon.
Ken was a US Army Veteran having served one tour of duty in Vietnam.
He retired after 40 years of service with Appalachian Power Company and was a
member of the Pineville First United Methodist Church. He loved bowling with
his longtime friend, Sherman Taylor, playing cards with his best friends,
Sharon and P.H. Calfee and spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Ken loved his church and church family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister,
Irene Anderson and brothers-in-law, Charles “Pete” Anderson and Earl P. Doss.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 49 years,
Brenda Sigmon; two daughters, Lisa Duty and her husband, Scott of Princeton;
and Lori Salmons and her husband, Robert of Crab Orchard; granddaughter, Paige
Blankenship and two grandsons, Cody Blankenship and Sean Salmons. He is also survived by
two brothers: Everett T. Sigmon, Jr. and wife Connie of Carswell and Leland
Sigmon and wife, Betty of Roanoke; two sisters, Jean Doss of Carswell and Carol
Wilson of Colonial Heights, VA and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of Ken’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday,
July 21, 2015 at the Pineville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Sheri
Kernik and Rev. Melissa White officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn
Memorial Gardens, Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Pineville, Wyoming Co., WV, Death
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: September 16, 2015
Johnnie Blankenship,
57, of Pineville, passed away Monday, September 14, 2015 at his residence.
Calfee Funeral and Cremation Service of Pineville is serving the Blankenship family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Pineville, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Brenda Faye Cook Sinecoff, 61, of Pineville passed away Wednesday,
September 9, 2015 at her residence. Born
July 24, 1954 in Welch, WV she was the daughter of the late Freeman Lee
Hatfield and Kathleen
Blankenship Acord. She was a homemaker,
loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two
sisters, Glenda Acord and Carolyn Kay Holland.
Those left to mourn her passing is her husband, Ronald Sinecoff of
the residence A daughter, Tammy
Talbert and her husband, Bub of Pineville,
Two grandsons, Cody Smith and Bo Talbert, Two great-granddaughters, Zoey and Lilly Smith, A sister, Kathy Hedricks and her
husband, Leroy of NC, A brother,
Calvin Hatfield of Beckley, Brenda
is also survived by a host of step-children, step-grandchildren, nieces,
nephews and loving family.
A celebration of Brenda’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday,
September 19, 2015 in the Calfee Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Jesse Cline
officiating. Burial will follow in
the Hatfield Family Cemetery, Coal Mountain, WV. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Pineville, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Mary Edith Meadows, 80, of Pineville, went to be with the Lord on
Saturday, October 24th from Bowers Hospice House. She was born October 30th,
1934 in Evarts, Ky. She was the daughter of Perry and Matilda Hatmaker of
Welch.
Mary has been a member of Rockcastle Baptist Church for 53 years.
She retired from the Wyoming County Board of Education in 1988 after 22 years
of service. She served as a secretary and aid at Pineville Elementary,
Pineville Jr. High, Pineville High School and the Wyoming County Vocational
School.
She was preceded in death by a son, Gregory Lyndon Meadows, three
sisters, Nina Brown, Maxine Taylor and Betty Willis, and two brothers, Perry
and Glen Hatmaker.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 61 years,
Dwight Meadows of Pineville, three sons, Brad Meadows of Belle, Dean Meadows of
Matheny, and David Meadows and wife Andi of Lynco, a sister, Valera Simmons of
Beckley, six grandchildren, Karri Mullins and husband Eddie of Pinnacle, NC,
Katie Meadows of Pilot Mountain, NC, Lyndsie Suttle and husband Billy of
Rockview, Haleigh Banther and husband Josh of Matheny, Greg Meadows and wife
Brittany of Pineville, and Dwight Meadows of St. Albans, six great-grandchildren, Zackary and Ashlee
Blankenship, Kyleigh and
Joseph Banther, Jaxon Suttle and Ava Meadows, and a host of nephews and nieces.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Ravencliff, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Eddie “Etta” Mae Perdieu, 64, of Ravencliff, WV passed away on Saturday July 12, 2014 at
her home. She was born May 15, 1950 a daughter of the late Clyde and Ocie Stacy
Blankenship.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by three
sisters; and six brothers.
She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years Larry Perdieu;
two daughters Angie and Hollie Bailey of Sabine, and Cathy and Robert Redden of
Ravencliff; a son Eugene Perdieu of
Conover, NC; two grandsons Julice Perdieu and Devin Pennington; a sister Lois
and Dennis Audet of Saulsville; and a
host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM on Monday July 14, 2014 in the
Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home Lynco, WV, with Rev. Ernest Francis
officiating. She will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Sabine, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
James Anderson Privett, 73, of Sabine passed away Tuesday,
September 16, 2014 at the Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, [Raleigh Co., WV], following a short illness. Born April 3,
1941 at Keyrock, he was the son of the late George Dewey Privett and Peachie
Lester Henson
James was a member of the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Sabine. He
served in the US Army during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He enjoyed going to
church, Fishing, taking walks and being with his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister,
Shirley Evans, two brothers, Dennis Lee Privett and Kenneth Darrell Privett and
a grandson, Devin Scott Privett
Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Linda Grimsley Privett of
the residence; A son, James Earl Privett of residence;
2 daughters, Rose Marie Privett and Farrah Sue Blankenship both of Glen Fork; A brother, Robert Earl
Privett of Keyrock; A sister, Wilma Jean McCoy of Keyrock; 7 grandchildren and
one great-grandchild
A celebration of James’ life will be held at 1 p.m., Friday,
September 19, 2014 in the Calfee Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Gary Ford
officiating. Burial will follow in the Privett Family Cemetery, Keyrock Family
and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Shannon Mill Creek, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: July 6, 2015
Elva Clyde "Doc" Lester, 81, of Shannon Mill Creek, WV,
passed away on Friday, July 3, 2015, at Appalachian Regional Hospital, Beckley, [Raleigh
Co.] WV. He was born
September 25, 1933, in Keyrock, WV, a son of the late William "Ab"
and Nancy Simpson Lester.
He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, a member of the Mill Creek Freewill
Baptist Church for 36 years and a Deacon and Trustee for 35 years.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife Imogene Blankenship Lester, a daughter Deborah Kay Lester, three sisters Omie Britton, Dolly
Lamb and Peachie Henson and four brothers Loy, Troy, Roy and Richard Lester.
Those left to cherish his memory include four children Shelia Ann
(Greg) Morgan, Eric Lester and Erin Lester all of Shannon Mill Creek and Wesley
Clyde Lester of Hinton; two grandsons Joshua (Jessica) Morgan of Turkey Creek
and Wesley Shane Toler of Oceana; a granddaughter Taylor Stewart of Pineville;
two sisters Mandy (Bob) Toler and Gladys (Bob) Crathers all of Keyrock; a
brother Calvin Lester of Keyrock; three great-grandchildren Breanna, Cadence
and Gavin Clay; very special friends Wayne and Barb Bailey, who were very
special to his heart; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday at the Mill
Creek Freewill Baptist Church with Bro. Wayne Bailey, Bro. Gary Hatfield and
Pastor Rodney Hatfield officiating. He will be laid to rest with his wife and
daughter in the Madison Miller Cemetery, Shannon Mill Creek, WV. Pallbearers
will be brothers of the church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2014, Simon, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: October 25, 2014
Gilbert Osborne, 67, of Simon, passed away on Thursday, October 23,
2014, at his home. He was born on November 28, 1946 in Simon, a son of the late
William McClinton and Cora
Blankenship Osborne.
Gilbert was a member of the UMWA and worked at Island Creek Coal in
Coal Mountain, W.Va.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by an infant son
Verner William Osborne.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of almost 45
years, Ester Delorse Cline Osborne of Simon; a daughter Crystal Michelle and
Wendell Kennedy of Simon; two sons Ricky Lee and Krista Osborne and Nickie Ray
and Elizabeth Osborne all of North Carolina; four sisters Corene and Andrew
Thompson of Simon, Wilma Cline of Oceana, Hazel and Joe Conn of Simon and
Thelma and Richard Massey of Oceana; three brothers Firg Proffitt of Oceana,
Kenny and Diana Harper of Dearborne, Mich. and Burns and Eleanore Osborne of
Simon; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and a host of other loving
family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29,
2014 at the Long Branch Freewill Baptist Church, with Rev. Firg Proffitt and Pastor Lonnie Blankenship officiating.
In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated following the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Simon, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) Date: April 13, 2015
Jerry "Ron" Walls, 77, of Simon, WV, passed away on
Wednesday, April 8, 2015, at his home. He was born on February 28, 1938, in
Simon, WV, a son of the late Oma Wilburn and Macy Blankenship Walls.
He was a retired coal miner and worked at Island Creek Coal Company
and Consol Energy Inc. and he was a member of the UMWA.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by four brothers
Clifford, Harold, Gene and Dale Walls.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 47 years
Kathy Kennedy Walls of Simon; a son David Walls and wife Melissa of Crouch's
Farm; a granddaughter Olivia Walls and a grandson Davin Walls both of Crouch's
Farm; a brother Roger Walls and wife Lois of Brenton; a sister Donna Sue
Chambers of Simon; two special friends Sam and David Morgan; and a host of
other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2015,
in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV, with Bro. Wayne
Bailey and Rev. Jay Blankenship officiating.
Ron will be laid to rest in Walls-Christian Cemetery, Reedy Creek, WV.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Skin Fork, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 27, 2014
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/Obituaries.html
Danny Lee Blankenship, 42, of Skin
Fork, WV passed away on Monday, March 24, 2014 at his home. He was born March
18, 1972 in Shelby, OH.
Survivors include his mother Juanita Blankenship Hanshaw of Skin Fork; a son Brian Deion Blankenship of Meadow
Bridge; a daughter Jennifer Lorain Thomas of NC; a
brother Kevin Joseph Hanshaw and his wife
Jessica of Stacy Hollow;
and a host of other loving family and friends.
In keeping with Danny’s wishes he will be
cremated. There will be no public
services.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Stephenson, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Independent Herald from Dec. 15
to Dec. 16, 2015
Janet Marie Blankenship Meadows, 80 [1935], of Stephenson, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2015
at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown,
[Monongalia Co., WV] following a short illness.
In keeping with Janet's wishes, she has been cremated and there
will be no services. Arrangements by Tankersley Funeral Home,
Mullens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2014, Turkey Creek, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Christopher Michael Hatfield, 41 of Turkey Creek passed away
Thursday, September 25, 2014 at his residence following a sudden illness. Born
December 10, 1972 in Man, he was the son of Michael Rush and Rhonda Carol
Daniels Hatfield of Turkey Creek.
He was married to Jennifer
Sue Blankenship Hatfield and
father to a daughter, Allyson Christa and a son, Ethan Michael.
Christopher was a 1991 graduate of Pineville High School where he
was a standout, All-State Running back; he then attended Southern WV Community
College. He was a long time employee of Mingo Logan Coal Company and was
currently employed by Alpha Natural Resources at Brooks Run Wyoming #2 mine
where he was a shuttle car operator. Chris enjoyed squirrel hunting with his
son and watching him play football, and was proud of his daughter’s athletic
accomplishments. Chris was an avid sports fan who loved playing golf and was
always devoted to the Oakland Raiders and WVU Mountaineers. Chris attended the
Turkey Creek Baptist Church. Chris was loved by his family and so many friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Rush and
Garnette Cook Hatfield and maternal uncle, Freddy Daniels.
In addition to his parents, wife, and children, those left to
cherish Chris’s memory are two sisters, Tracy Nichole Bledsoe and her husband,
Christopher of Pineville and Samantha Kirbie Hatfield of Turkey Creek; Maternal grandparents, Franklin and Janice Blankenship Daniels of Matheny; niece, Kendall Grace Bledsoe; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law,
Gary and Loretta “Jo” Royal Blankenship of Pineville; brother-in-law,
Joey Blankenship and his
wife, Pam of Pineville; brother-in-law,
Jeff Blankenship of Pineville; two nephews, Josh Blankenship and his
wife, Amber and Tyler
Blankenship; and many aunts,
uncles, cousins, and friends who loved him dearly.
A celebration of Chris’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday,
September 30, 2014 at the Turkey Creek Baptist Church with Pastor Glen Hatfield
and Pastor Jamie Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Palm Memorial
Gardens, Matheny, where Chris will be laid to rest. Pallbearers will be Jamie
Smith, Steve Cook, Anthony Cook, Brandon Blaylock, Charlie Akers, Jeremy
Daniels, Kevin Ryan Daniels and Chris Bledsoe.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gary Carlton
Blankenship – b.02Apr1945, Pineville, WV - https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KY4Y-9TJ
2015, Welch Pineville Rd.
Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Johnny Adkins,Sr. of Welch Pineville Rd.
departed this life Wednesday December 9, 2015 at the age of 75, at the Bowers
Hospice House in Beckley, WV. Born October 18, 1940 in Sabine, WV, he was the
son of the late Fred Adkins and Virginia Bailey Walker.
Johnny was a lifelong resident of Wyoming County and was a
construction worker. He was of the Christian faith and loved playing music in
church.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Betty Jean Adkins.
Johnny is survived by his companion Judy Sutherland of the home, daughters Drema Dickens and her husband
Tommy, of Dry Creek, Donna
Blankenship and her husband, Lucas of
Cyclone, Lisa Justice and her husband Mike, of Cyclone; sons: Johnny Adkins,
Jr. of Cyclone, Steve Adkins and his wife, Carol of Cyclone, and Jerry
Sutherland of the Welch-Pineville Rd ;his sister
Louise Vance of Elgin, IL. Five grandchildren: Craig, Steve, Jessica, Ashley,
Chase and four great-grandchildren: Curklund, Alex, Madeline, and Ashlynn, and
several nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com