2018-2019, WV, Compiled by James W. Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
Berkeley
2019, Inwood, Berkeley
Co., WV, Obituary
The Winchester Star, (VA) - March 1, 2019
Mary H. "Mamoo" (Goins) Staples, 97, of Inwood, West
Virginia passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at her home. She was born in
1921 in Lee County, Virginia, the daughter of the late Henry and Mattie Goins.
Mrs. Staples was the owner/operator of Ace Pawn in Washington, D.C.
and owner of Gore Motel.
Her husband, Channing D. Staples, whom she married on July 28, 1979
in Mt. Rainer, Maryland preceded her in death in 1990.
Her first husband, Kenneth Harmon, preceded her in death in 1954. She was also preceded in
death by son-in-law, William Powers; sister, Bonnie Malone; and brothers, Ray,
Guy, and Roy Goins.
Surviving are daughters,
Bessie Blankenship (David) and Freda
Powers; grandchildren, William Larry McCullough, Clay D. Powers, Mary L.
McCullough, and Kenneth McCullough; ten great grandchildren; nine great, great
grandchildren; sister, Nannette Robertson; and brother Claude Goins.
Funeral service at 1 pm, on Tuesday at Omps Funeral Home, South
Chapel, with Reverend James Schuelke officiating. Interment will be in
Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester, Virginia.
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Boone
2019, Bald Knob, Boone
Co., WV, Obituary
There is also a Bald Knob in Pocahontas
Co., WV
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - July 24, 2019
Vivian Love Humphrey, 98, of Bald Knob, passed away Monday, July
22, 2019, at her home The Lawrence County native was born June 30, 1921, a
daughter of the late Jasper and Florence Baldwin Love.
Mrs. Humphrey was a graduate of Windsor High School. She was an
assembly line worker for Polan Industries. Mrs. Humphrey attended Bald Knob
Church and was a member of Windsor Methodist Church.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, George Luther
Humphrey, whom she married November 14, 1945.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a
daughter-in-law, Telisa Humphrey; a great-granddaughter, Peyton Humphrey;
sister and brother-in-law, Violet and Raymond Miller.
She is survived by three sons, Jack (Kay) Humphrey, Jeff (Cassi)
Humphrey and Rodger (Diana) Humphrey; three daughters, Sandra Humphrey, Nancy (Fred) Blankenship and Joy (Bill) Tackett; brother and sister-in-law, Franklin and
Susie Love; fifteen grandchildren,
Jason (Vicki) Humphrey, Lance Humphrey, Sarah (Jamie) Rice, Lora (Aaron)
Freeman, SSGT John Blankenship, Eric (Loretta) Tackett, Julie (Brian)
Skaggs, Luke (Beth) Tackett, Timothy (Kristen) Humphrey, Dustin (Courtney)
Humphrey, Tracy (Zach) Carey, Meagan Kerns, Hilary Humphrey, Zachary Humphrey,
Hannah Humphrey; twenty great-grandchildren,
Eilee and Eli Freeman, Jaida Kelley, Ethan Rice, Emma and Joshua Humphrey,
Brooke, Carter and Cailey Carter, Kenli Skaggs, Noah, Jonas and Axel Humphrey,
Jace Humphrey, Layce Kerns, Ellie Tackett, John and Holly Blankenship, Ben and Silas Humphrey.
Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2019, in Myrtle
Ridge Cemetery. Phillips Funeral Home, 1004 South Seventh
Street, Ironton, Ohio.
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2019, Danville, Boone
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - February 3, 2019
Vanessa Eileen Dodge Moyer was born October 6, 1951, and passed
away January 30, 2019.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Joyce Dodge Hindman, and
son, Brian Runyon.
She is survived by the love of her life for 44 years, Ronald Moyer
Sr.; daughter, Rachel Runyon, and son, Ronald (Misty) Moyer Jr.; grandchildren, Ashley Blankenship, Amy Runyon, Alisha Runyon, Erin Moyer,
Annaleigh Moyer, Heather Nelson and Noah Moyer; great - grandchildren, Jasmine,
Jorden and Jalissa Runyon, Alexis Bonewitz, Emma McNeely, Benjamin and Vivienne
Moyer; brothers, Bart Stewart and Rodney (Denise) Hindman.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, February 4, at Handley
Funeral Home, Danville, WV, with Roger Halstead officiating. Burial will follow
in Pineview Cemetery, Orgas, WV.
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+2018, Hewett, Boone
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - September 26, 2018
Myrtle Geneva Spencer, 95, of Hewett, passed away September 22,
2018. She was born July 23, 1923, and was a daughter of the late Berry and Bertha Blankenship Shepard.
She was a homemaker and a retired postal clerk from Hewett Post
Office.
She is survived by son, Paxton Spencer Jr. (Jane) of Florida;
daughter, Barbara Myers of Texas; granddaughter Michelle Dawn Music of
Washington, D.C.; grandsons, Eric Steven Spencer of Denver, Colo., and Donavon
Myers and Daniel Myers, both of Texas.
There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. Thursday, September
27, at Boone Memorial Park, Madison with Rev. Don Austin officiating. Handley Funeral Home in Danville, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1910 Census, Buffalo, Clay
Co., WV,
Shepherd, Berry 26, M, WV, Head,
Shepherd, Siggie 22, F, WV, Wife,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MPF1-9Y2
1930 Census,
Washington, Boone Co., WV,
Shepard, Bery 46, M, KY, Head,
Shepard, Siggie 45, F, WV, Wife,
Shepard, Murley 20, M, WV, Son,
Shepard, Oma 17, M, WV, Son,
Shepard, Nellie 14, F, WV, Dau,
Shepard, Della 10, F, WV, Dau,
Shepard, Gladys 08, F, WV, Dau,
Shepard, Genevia
06, F, WV, Dau,
Shepard, Birtha 04, F, WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XMCX-M4K
2018, Madison, Boone
Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - April 8, 2018
Anna Louise Dotson Hatfield departed this life on April 4, 2018, at
the Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville,
[Pike Co.,]
KY. She was born July 24, 1938, at Freeburn, KY, to her late parents, Glenn and
Louise Jackson Dotson.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jeff Hatfield, and
her first granddaughter, Priscilla Ann Hatfield McCoy. Also preceding her in
death were all of her brothers, Kenis, Ellis, Buster, Glenn Jr. and Paul
Dotson, and all of her sisters, Ollie Nichols, Charlene Dempsey, Thelma Johnson
and Jeanie Burns, and three special nephews, Billy Joe, Jimmy and Johnny
Nichols.
She is survived by one daughter, Glenda (Sammy) Stevens; three
sons, Jeffrey (Linda) Hatfield, Jerry Hatfield and Mark Hatfield; grandchildren, Michelle (Michael) Blankenship, Tricia (Larry) Wolford, Pam (Brad) Jones,
Nathan (Amber) Hatfield, Ashely (Casey) Hatfield, Tyler Dotson, Haylee and Kara
Stevens; great-grandchildren, Emily and Logan Wolford, Kylie and Kacie Blankenship, John and Alexis Jones and Paisley
Hatfield; sister-in-law, Lois Totten Dotson; and brother-in-law, Martin Burns.
A private burial service was held at Mountain View Memory Gardens,
Maher, WV, R. E. Rogers Funeral Home, Belfry, KY, was in charge of services.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Ottawa, Boone
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.handleyfh.com/obituaries/Avenelle-Quisenberry/#!/Obituary
Avenelle Blankenship Quisenberry, age 94, passed
away peacefully on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Hillcrest Health Care Center.
She was born on July 21, 1925 in Wayland, Kentucky to the late Milton
Blankenship and Myrtle Parsley.
Avenelle loved being a housewife and
taking care of her husband. She enjoyed listening and singing along to gospel
music and was a member of the Laurel City Freewill Baptist Church.
Avenelle married the love of her life,
Pat Quisenberry, September 12, 1942 while Pat was serving in the Army during
WWII. Pat and Avenelle, along with their four boys, made their home in Perry
County, Ky until they moved for employment to Clothier, WV in 1962. They
eventually moved to Ottawa in 1969 and remained there. Avenelle lost her
youngest son, Jerry Daniel Quisenberry, in a tragic auto accident in 1970 and
both her parents in 1975.
Preceding Avenelle in death is her
husband of 64 years, Patrick Quisenberry; son Jerry Daniel Quisenberry;
grandson Adrian Clark Heater; sisters Ethel Ramey, Opal Caudill, and Ella Mae
Wray; brother Paris Blankenship; and brother-in-law Bill Quisenberry.
Avenelle is survived by three sons:
Nathaniel (Linda) Quisenberry of Nicholasville, KY, Clark (Ellen) Quisenberry
of Mifflin, WV, David (Sue) Quisenberry of Ottawa, WV; grandchildren: Patrick
(Cheryl) Quisenberry of Westfield, NY, Daniel (Debbie) Quisenberry of
Chapmanville, WV, Barbara (Ron) Howard of Lawrenceburg, KY, Connie (Robert)
Phillips of Spars Creek, WV, Deborah (fiancée Matt Shirkey) Quisenberry of Alum
Creek, WV, David (Valeria) Quisenberry of South Charleston, WV and Jerry
Quisenberry of Madison, WV. She is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren:
Cody (Danielle) Howard, Devin (Abbey) Bayer, Logan Phillips, Hunter Howard,
Ashley Austin, Brooke Phillips, Nathan Shirkey, Andrew Austin, MacKenzie
Quisenberry, Rebecca Quisenberry, Laura Quisenberry, MaKayla Quisenberry,
Lauren Quisenberry, Bryce Quisenberry, and Ella Quisenberry. Avenelle is also
survived by one brother, Charles (Pauline) Blankenship; sister-in-law,
Ruth Quisenberry; and many nieces and nephews.
Service will be 5 pm, Tuesday, December
3, 2019, at Handley Funeral Home, Danville with Ralph Caudill and Don Austin
officiating. A graveside service will be held at Noon on Wednesday, December 4
at Quisenberry Family Cemetery, Viper, KY.
2018, Sylvester, Boone
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - June 9, 2018
William "Billy" Ray Short, 67, of Sylvester, WV, passed away June 5, 2018 in the
Logan Reginal Medical Center Logan,
[Logan
Co.,] WV. He was born January 1, 1951 in
Charleston, WV, a son of Martha McCallister Short Allen and the late William
Glen "Sonny" Short.
He was a member of the UMWA with 20 years of service with Bethleham
Steel in Eunice, Kayford and Van. Billy was also a coal truck driver and
security guard.
Besides his father Billy was preceded in death by his step
daughter, Selena Crihfield.
In addition to his mother Billy is survived by his wife of 26
years, Regina Crihfield Short; a daughter,
Carrie Blankenship (Brian); three
sisters: Glenna Jarrell (Ralph), Pam Roach and Venessa Vealey; a brother,
Richard Allen and two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon June 13, 2018 At 1:00 pm, in the Armstrong Funeral Home, Whitesville, with
Clergy Pastor Ricky Peters officiating. Interment in Pineview
Cemetery, Orgas, WV.
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Braxton
+2019, Sutton, Braxton Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.morrisfuneralhomecowenwv.com/obituaries/michael-duane-blankenship/202/
Michael Duane Blankenship, 70, of Sutton, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019 at the Louis A.
Johnson VA. Medical Center, Clarksburg
[Harrison Co., WV] after an extended illness. He was born February 4, 1949 in
Richwood, a son of the late Alden
and Delma Roberts Blankenship.
Mike was a former road construction worker and railroader, but he
spent over 30 years as a logger. He was a US Army Vietnam Veteran. Mike enjoyed
hunting, fishing, camping and just sitting around a campfire talking.
Surviving is his wife of
20 years, Denise Cantwell
Blankenship, children, Misty Leary of Nevada, Michael Blankenship of
Montana, Terry Blankenship of Louisiana, Eric Whittrock of Montana, Duane Blankenship of Montana, Charles Rowe of Montana, Paul
Rowe of Tennessee, Justin Cantwell of Nebraska and Heather Benefield of
Tennessee. 23 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild and many
nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
Mike’s request for cremation has been honored and a Memorial
Service with Military Honors conducted by American Legion Post #62 will be held
at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at Morris Funeral Home, Cowen.
Cabell
+2018, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - January 8, 2018
Mildred Lee Blankenship Asbury, 97, of Barboursville, WV, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2018.
She was born October 16, 1920, in Huntington, WV, a daughter of the late Carl S. and Lula Crook
Blankenship.
She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Hobert Asbury; one
grandson, Carlton Lee Asbury II; three sisters,
Mary Elizabeth Blankenship, Hazel Bunn and Frances Singer; and two brothers,
Mitch Blankenship and Bill Blankenship.
She is survived by one daughter, Vickie Parsons and her husband
Doug of Port St. Lucie, Florida; one son, Carlton Lee Asbury and his wife
Sherry of Ona, W.Va.; one sister, Jo Ann Booth of South Point, Ohio; six grandchildren, Cameron Simmons,
Todd Simmons, Tiffani (Kevin) McElwain, Jonathan Asbury, Donald Parsons and
Amanda (Bill) Ulrich; 12 great-grandchildren, Brittany Simmons, Aaron McElwain,
Samuel McElwain, Jake Asbury, Bo Asbury, Kai Simmons, Leah Parsons, Will
Parsons, Noah Parsons, Christian Ulrich, Zachary Ulrich and Hallie McElwain.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon Tuesday, January 9,
2018, at theWallace Funeral Home & Chapel with Rev. Eugene R. Houck
officiating. Entombment will be inWhite Chapel Memorial Gardens Christus
Mausoleum.
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2018, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - February 4, 2018
Laurel Jean Johnson, 86, of Barboursville, went home to be with her
Lord and Savior on Friday, February 2, 2018. She was born on January 22, 1932,
in Huntington, a daughter of the late Norma Hite Johnson.
She was a faithful member of Elmwood Baptist Church for over 50
years and enjoyed serving in numerous ministries throughout her life.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Roger Johnson,
to whom she remained devoted even after his death in 1985. She is also preceded
in death by her son-in-law, Rod Lawhon.
She is survived by one daughter, Denise Lawhon of Barboursville;
two sons, Mike Johnson (Brenda) of Barboursville and Dr. Bruce Johnson (Laura)
of Bozeman, Montana; one brother, Roy Patrick Boley (Rosale) of Brockton,
Massachusetts; eight grandchildren, T.J. Lawhon (Ana), Kari Burdick (Jeff),
Sarah Punzalan, Jabin Johnson (Sandra), Michael Johnson, Erin Johnson, Rachael
Johnson Izett (Scott) and Ali Johnson; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Jewell Sullivan, Marjorie Blankenship and Delores Johnson; as well as several
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, February 5,
2018, at Elmwood Baptist Church with Pastor Rick Glass officiating. Burial will
follow in Swann Cemetery, Barboursville.
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2018, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - February 10, 2018
Wilson Lee Ross, 50, of Barboursville, went home to be with the
Lord on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. He was born on May 18, 1967, in Cabell
County, a son of Millard Junior Ross (Eunice) and Arizona Stilter Du Bois (Larry).
He was preceded in death by one sister, Robin Ross.
Companion, Jenny Gilkerson; two step-grandchildren, Levi and Eli
Gilkerson; four sisters, Sheila
Flynn, Kathy Blankenship(Doc), Rhonda Smith
(Chet) and Karen Thacker (Doug); and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 11,
2018, at Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, with Pastor Dennis
Morrello officiating Burial will be private in the Ross Cemetery.
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2018, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 10, 2018
Doris Jean Ward, 85, of Barboursville, passed away March 6, 2018.
She was born October 29, 1932, in Cabell County, a daughter of the late Chet
White and Shannon and Frances E. Yoho Burchell.
She was preceded in death by two children, Phyllis Jean France and
Jackie Lynn Adkins.
She is survived by her husband, John Douglas Ward; daughters, Patricia Chaffin of Barboursville, Ella Roe (Larry) of
Lavalette, Delores Smith (Rick) of Barboursville, Shanna Blankenship (Mitchell) of Lavalette and
Misty McCoy of Ripley, WV; sons, Brian Chaffin (Billie) of Huntington and
Rodney Chaffin of KY; sons-in-law, Daniel France of FL and Rodney Adkins of
Barboursville; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p. m. Monday, March 12,
2018, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Pastor Willie
Mays. Burial will be inWhite Chapel Memorial Gardens.
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2018, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 12, 2018
John Douglas Ward, 73, of Barboursville, passed away Saturday, March 10,
2018, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington, [Cabell Co., WV]. He was born
February 4, 1945, in Wayne County, a son of the late Brady and Sadie Mullins
Ward.
He was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the
Vietnam War.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Jean Ward, on March 6,
2018. He was also preceded in death by four brothers and one sister.
He is survived by daughters,
Patricia Chaffin of Barboursville, Ella Roe of Lavalette, Delores Smith of
Barboursville, Shanna
Blankenship of Lavalette,
Misty McCoy of Ripley, WV, and Sherry Crum Mayo of Huntington; sons, Brian
Chaffin of Huntington and Rodney Chaffin of KY; sisters, Elizabeth Hohman of
Zelinople, PA, Cora Dixon of Ceredo, Dorothy Williams of Ceredo and Donna Neff
of Grayson, KY; brothers, Brady Ward Jr. of Jacksonville, FL, and Joseph Ward
of Wayne; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Joint funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, March 12, 2018, at
the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Rev. Willie Mays.
Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Barboursville,
Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - November 15, 2018
Jewell Sullivan, 95, of Barboursville, WV, went home to be with
Jesus on Monday, November 12, 2018, in St. Mary's Medical Center.
Jewell was a member of Roach Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Richard, son,
Denny, and daughter, Judy and son-in-law Keith Shelton.
Survivors include daughters, Marjorie Ann and Anna Poston;
daughter-in-law, Donna Sullivan; grandchildren, Jonathan (Jeanne) Shelton, Kris
Altizer and Shawn Sullivan; sister, Marjorie Blankenship; sister-in-law, Dee Johnson; and a host of
nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends.
Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Friday, November 16, 2018, at
Swann Cemetery with Pastor James Jobe officiating. Wallace Funeral Home,
Barboursville.
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+2019, Barboursville, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on June 9, 2019
Marjorie Johnson Blankenship, 85 [1934], passed away peacefully on June 8, 2019. She was
surrounded by her children at her home in Barboursville. She was well-known as
"Margie" in the Martha community where she was born and raised and
went on to raise her own family.
She was a faithful member of Livingstone Baptist Church for 60
years and loved attending each service. Her love for and faithfulness to God
was of the utmost importance to her and she left no question about this to
anyone who knew her.
Her life was full of many interests and hobbies. She enjoyed
baking, quilting, exercising and any type of crafts. She dressed to the nines
in her perfect makeup and pretty clothes. But where she thrived was being bossy.
She insisted on being in charge and things being done a certain way ... her
way. As much as she believed the words written in the Holy Bible, she believed
she knew what was best for her family and how to get it done. What her family
and friends knew was that this quality was rooted deeply in unbreakable love.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Hollis Blankenship.
He was her rock, and she has anxiously awaited their reunion since he left. She
was also preceded in death by one son,
James Hollis Blankenship.
She is survived by her remaining three children who have stood by her and cared for her when she could no
longer care for herself, Terri Rufus and her husband Bob of Fernandina
Beach, Fla., Samantha Lusher of Barboursville, and Bill Blankenship and his wife Angie of Salt Rock. Her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the colors in her rainbow. She
ensured they had everything they needed and knew how loved and special they
were to her. She knew each of them well and took so much pleasure in being able
to give them things they enjoyed - fudge, peanut
butter pie, enchiladas, long hugs, back rubs. She was "Grandmother" to Jason and Linda
Lusher of Valrico, Fla., Laura Henderson of Largo, Fla., Ryan and Helen Blankenship of Daytona Beach, Fla., Jennifer Lusher
and Anthony Conte of Lothian, Md., Nat Rufus and Rob Rufus, both of Nashville,
Tenn., Mason and Beth Blankenship of Salt
Rock, and Shelby Blankenship of Salt Rock, WV; and great-grandchildren, Evan Harbour, Ethan Henderson, Bayleigh
Foxwell, Levi Collins, Faith
Blankenship and Roth Blankenship. To all of them, her absence leaves an
indescribable void.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at 2 pm,
by Pastor Scott Coffee. Interment will follow in the family plot at Swann
Cemetery. Wallace Funeral Home in Barboursville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - January 9, 2018
Edgar Azel Corum, 94, of Huntington, WV, passed away Thursday,
December 28, 2017, at Hospice of Huntington with his family by his side. He was
born August 17, 1923, son of the late Edgar E. and Hazel Sebastian Corum.
Ed was a graduate of Huntington East High School and was employed
by Guyan Creamery and Valley Bell Foods. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army,
serving in the European theater during World War II. He was a life member of
VFW Post 9738. He was a 40-year member of American Legion Post 16.
He was preceded in death by two wives, Mabel G. Corum and Hazel R.
Corum; two sons, Edgar Kim Corum and Ronald Phillip Corum and a step-son,
Lowell Sharp.
Survivors include a daughter, Claudia C. Fetter and husband Dr. A.
Fetter, M.D., of Lake Forest, Ill.; son Yahn S. Corum and wife Lynn of
Mooresville, N.C.; daughter-in-law Robin H. Corum; two step children, Linda Blankenship and
Donna Bowman of Huntington; six grandchildren, Rochelle S. (Robert) Kleczynski,
Matthew B. (Marisa) Fetter, Camille C. (Ronald) Cole, Aimee, Ashlee and Amber
Corum; and six great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Beard
Mortuary. A procession will leave the funeral home for military rites to be
conducted at noon at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Burial will follow.
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2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - February 6, 2018
Jeremy Scott Stump, 38, of Huntington, son of Diane G.
Blankenship, died Feb. 3 in
St. Mary's Medical Center.
He was a cook at area restaurants.
Chapman's Mortuary is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - February 8, 2018
Held hostage no more by the demons of addiction, Jeremy Scott
Stump, 38, of Huntington, died February 3, 2018, at St. Mary's Medical Center.
He was born September 18, 1979.
He was a graduate of Huntington High School. He was blunt,
outspoken and rebellious to a fault, but he always took time to help a friend
in need. He was also a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan and enjoyed playing pool and
basketball. Our hearts are broken, but we take comfort in knowing that his
suffering is over and he is finally at peace.
Those left to mourn his passing are his mother, Diane
Blankenship and Shane Downing
of Huntington; his father, Jerry Curry of Wayne; his daughter, Makayla Ray of
Huntington; his brother, Christopher Blankenship of Houston, Texas; his maternal
grandmother, Edna Stump of Huntington; and a special aunt that loved him
dearly, Kim Lambiotte of Huntington. Additional survivors include his beloved
cat, Oreo, and numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.
There will be a celebration of life 2 p.m. Friday, February 9,
2018, at Chapman's Mortuary. Inurnment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens
at a later date.
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+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 7, 2018\
Robert Andrew Staley, 26, of Huntington, went to be with the Lord
Friday, March 2, 2018, at home. He was born September 28, 1991, in Huntington,
a son of Robert F. Staley II and Tammy Lynn Blankenship Staley of Huntington.
He was a graduate of Spring Valley High School.
Andrew was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Robert
Franklin Staley and Diania Sue Staley.
Andrew is also survived by his loving daughter, Kaydence Leigh
Staley; brothers, Nathan Ryan Staley and Daniel Adam Cartwright; maternal
grandparents, Thomas and Freda Kingery of Huntington; his girlfriend, Elizabeth
Auvil; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and a large host of friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 8,
2018, at Buffalo Valley Missionary Baptist Church by Rev. Tim Jayne. Burial
will be in Plybon Cemetery.
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Tammy L. Staley
– b.01Mar1967 – Huntington, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJR5-LJX9
Relatives -
Amanda Staley, Diana Staley, Diania Lynn Staley, Robert F. Staley.
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 29, 2018
Billy Gene Flemings went home to be with the Lord on March 26,
2018, in Huntington, WV, at the age of 73. He was born on August 19, 1944, in
Switzer, Logan County, WV, to his late parents, Mary Eldridge and Bill Fleming
(Audrey) but raised by his late grandparents, Richard and Della Eldridge.
Billy was known as "Wild Bill Flemings," who later became
"Tame." The Lord changed his heart and blessed him with many years
after a lifetime of illness He was a strong, humble man who loved his family
dearly. He will be missed by many.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Shirley
Blankenship, and his two
brothers, Kenny and Jerry Fleming.
Billy is survived by his two sisters, Debbie Calloway and Helena
Barnett; two brothers, Ronald and Harold Fleming. He is also survived by his
second wife and caregiver for more than 30 years, Brenda Flemings
"Mommy." He has three surviving daughters, Billie Brewster (Eli),
Debbie Flemings (Thomas), Crystal Flemings (Seth), and seven grandchildren and
nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Keith Watters on
Friday, March 30, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Chapel. Burial will
follow in Insco Cemetery, Wayne, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Shirley Ann
Flemings – b.1949, d.1979, Smith Cem., Branchland, Lincoln Co., WV,
Shirley Flemings
was the wife of Billy Flemings. Daughter: Billie Flemings-Brewster,
grandchildren, Ersie Brewster-Church, Heather Cremeans, Johnnie Cremeans, Great
Grandchildren, Riley and Kaylee Church, Kelsey Cremeans, Emily Cremeans, Haley
?, Isaiah Vance, and Landon Vance
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18369445
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - April 6, 2018
Willis Gene Kelley, 75, of Huntington, WV, passed away on Sunday,
April 1, 2018, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Willis was born on
December 16, 1942, in Wayne County, WV, the son of the late Wayne and Erie Blankenship Kelley.
Willis was a retired truck driver and a veteran of the US Marine
Corps.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Sharon Kay Sowards Kelley.
He is survived by his son, Wayne (Diann) Kelley, and daughter, Tina
(Sam) Hott; three grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one brother,
Ronald Kelley.
Graveside rites will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April
7, 2018, at Woodmere Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - June 3, 2018
James B. "Ben" Johnson, 59, of Huntington, passed away
May 30, 2018, in Cabell Huntington Hospital. He was born December 22, 1958, in
Huntington, WV, the son of the late Forrest Elmer and Margaret Watkins Johnson.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his wife, Sharon,
brothers, Gene and David Johnson, and a sister,
Barbara "Ellen"
Blankenship.
He is survived by a son, Cody, sisters, Margaret Holland, Nancy
Johnson and Sarah Zirkle, all of Huntington, several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 5, at
the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor James Wells. Burial will follow at Woodmere
Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Funeral
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/WANDA-BLANKENSHIP-obituary?pid=189279026
Wanda Lee Blankenship, 73, of Huntington, died June 10 in St. Mary's Medical Center.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Friday, Beard Mortuary, Huntington.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.beardmortuary.com/tributes/Wanda-Lee-Blankenship
Wanda Lee Blankenship, 73, of
Huntington, passed away on June 10, 2018 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Born on
May 4, 1945 in Huntington, she was a daughter of the late Marcus Lee and Ola
Opal Dean Bellomy.
Wanda was a loving mother, sister,
grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her first husband, Jackie Lee Damron, and her second
husband, Roger Dale Blankenship.
She is survived by her daughters, Alanda
Damron and Barbara Adkins; brother, Randy Ashworth; grandchildren, Chrissy Dawn
Rogers and Brandon McCarley; great-grandchildren, Maddy Rose, Abby Rose, Bella
Rogers and Grant Rogers; niece and nephews, Adrienne Worden, Mark Damron and
Steve Damron; son-in-law, Robert Adkins; grandson-in-law, Tommy Rogers; special
friends, Pat Saunders, Kim Cumm, Phyllis Porter, Deborah Smith, Patty Raines,
Mary Shannon Lester and her beloved cat, Snowball.
Funeral Services will be held at 3:00
P.M. on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Beard Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Chuck
Lawrence, officiating.
2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on June 27,
2018
Edward Irvin Blankenship, 63 [1955], of Huntington, died June 26 in St.
Mary's Medical Center.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Hall Funeral Home
and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio, is assisting the family with arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Edward I.
Blankenship – b.11Mar1955 - Huntington, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJR5-LPR6
Relatives -
Carla C. Blankenship, Dow E. Blankenship.
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on July 4, 2018
Charles Leonard Blankenship, 87 [1931], of Huntington, widower of Karlene Blankenship, died July 2 at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House.
He was retired from the West Virginia Division of Highways.
Chapman's Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.chapmans-mortuary.com/obituaries/Charles-Blankenship-7/#!/Obituary
Charles Leonard Blankenship, 87, of
Huntington, WV, widower of Karlene Blankenship, died Monday
July 2, 2018 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. He was born March 5,
1931 in Mingo, County, WV a son of the late William and Carline Scaggs Blankenship.
Charles was a U.S. Air Force Veteran
serving during the Korean War, retired from the WV Department of Highways and
was a lifetime Master of the National Bridge Association.
He was also preceded in death one grandson,
Nathan
Blankenship and one brother, Jim Blankenship.
Survivors include one daughter, Lori (Steven)
Robinson of Huntington, three sons, Stephen (Cindy) Blankenship of San Antonio,
TX, Jeff
Blankenship of Houston, TX, and David (Kathy) Blankenship of Santa Fe, TX,
seven grandchildren, Joshua Vergenz of Wilmington, NC, Jeremy Vergenz of
Huntington, Eric Messersmith of PA, Kayla Blankenship of Houston, Clayton
Blankenship of San Antonia, Charlie and Katherine Blankenship both of Santa
Fe, two great grandchildren, Braxton and Carter Blankenship.
Chapman's Mortuary Huntington is
assisting the family.
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - July 10, 2018
Dianna Lynn McCallister, 65, of Huntington, WV, passed away
Saturday, July 7, 2018, at St. Mary's Medical Center. She was born October 5,
1952, in Huntington, WV, the daughter of the late Seybert and Dorothy Bragg Blankenship.
She was a retired Business Administrator for the TTA and Lounge
Manager for American Legion Post 16.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son,
Dennis Ray Roberts.
She is survived by her two daughters, Melissa "Missy"
Roberts and Christa "Cricket" Roberts, both of Huntington; six
grandchildren, Chris, Brandon, Makayla, Trystian, Savanna and Dakota, all of
Huntington; eight great-grandchildren, Jaylynn, Jenna, Daymien, Jaxon, Regan,
Kaylee, Kaiden and Dennis; one brother,
Roger; and four sisters and a brother-in-law, Sue and Lester
Trull, Debbie, Jackie and Jeanie; very special family, Neil and Renu; and many nieces, nephews,
friends and extended family.
Funeral service will be conducted 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 11, 2018,
at the Reger Funeral Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - July 15, 2018
Meredith Emily Dale went to be with the Lord Thursday, May 31,
2018. She was born October 14, 1982, in Huntington.
She graduated from St. Joseph Catholic High School in 2001 and
attended Marshall University, where, like her mother and maternal grandmother,
she was a member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority.
Meredith was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Agnes Holley Blankenship.
She is survived by her parents,
Thomas and Holley Dale; her sister, Olivia (Bill) Friary of
Huntington; two beloved nieces, Maggie and Lucy Friary; her maternal grandfather, Herman Blankenship; her paternal grandparents, Harold and
Frances Dale; her aunt, Terry Booth; her cousins, Brittany Booth and children,
Taliyah and Braeden and Danielle (Tracey) West and children, Ella, Emma and
Holden; and her adored dog, LuLu. Meredith also loved her wonderful friends,
Mary Harris, Shellie Workman, Kelli Ferguson, Sara Hall and Danielle
Turley-Clark.
A private gathering of family and friends was held on June 4, 2018.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - September 4, 2018
Garnett Maynard, 81, of Huntington, went to be with the Lord
Saturday, September 01, 2018 at St. Mary's Medical Center. She was born
February 15, 1937 in Stiltner, WV, a daughter of the late Garfield and Myrtle
Billups Perry.
Garnett was formerly employed by Purity Bakery, The John C. Virdin
Company in Cleveland, Ohio, and Richwood Industries and was a member of
Philadelphia United Baptist Church.
Her husband, T. P. Maynard also preceded her in death, along with a
sister, Ethel Collins; five brothers, Delbert Napier, Glenn Perry, Bernard
Perry, Leo Perry and Kenneth Perry.
Survivors include two daughters, Patsy Bleyle and husband, Edward,
Pam Maynard, all of Huntington; two sisters, Bonnie Plybon of Huntington, WV,
Rosa Watts of Chesapeake, Ohio; three brothers, Eugene Napier, Alpha Perry and
Billy Perry, all of Wayne; four grandchildren,
Jason Blankenship, Ryan Bleyle, Alysa Bleyle, Lory Parsons;
a great grandchild, Bri Bleyle; and a special friend, Charles O. Adkins.
Funeral services will be conducted noon Wednesday, September 5,
2018 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Tony Clay, Roger Maynard, and
Charles O. Adkins officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial
Gardens, Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - October 19, 2018
Leola Mills, 95, of Huntington, WV, passed away Tuesday, October
16, 2018, at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 23, 1923,
in Cabell County, WV, the daughter of the late Rev. Charley and Theora Adkins.
She attended New Beginning Apostolic Church and was a member of
Wolf Pen Church of Christ.
Leola was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Mills; five
sisters, Delsie, Juanita, Mazel, Nellie and Polly; and one brother, Denzil.
She is survived by her two sons, Bishop Norman (Carolyn) Mills and
Raymond (Tammy) Mills; two sisters, Melita Wooten and Velora Frasher; two
brothers, Wetzel (Wanda) Adkins and Lowell (Joyce) Adkins; eight grandchildren, Rev. Todd (Christina)
Mills, Rebecca Ware, Scott Mills, Brett (Joyce) Mills, Selena (James) Harrel,
Angie (Don) Neal, Joe (Pam)
Blankenship and Tim Blankenship ; eight great-grandchildren; six
great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral will be at 1 pm, on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at New
Beginning Apostolic Church, located at 1002 25th St., Huntington, with Rev.
Todd Mills, Brother Emual Adkins and Brother Danny Wooten officiating. Burial
will be in Jones Cemetery, East Lynn, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - November 9, 2018
McDonald Franklin Helton Jr., 83, of Huntington, WV, passed away
unexpectedly Monday, October 29, 2018, in Daytona
Beach, [Volusia Co.,] FL. He was born December 5, 1934, in
Huntington, WV, a son of the late McDonald F. Helton Sr. and Effie Blankenship Helton.
Don loved his sports and all the many years working at the
ballfields. He enjoyed times with his friends, and most of all he cherished his
family. He truly lived his life for those he cared about and will be missed by
so many.
His son, 1st Lt. Robin Franklin "Robbie" Helton and wife
Kathryn Louise Helton, also preceded him in death.
Survivors include a daughter, Lisa Ann Helton Roper of Port Orange,
FL; a son, Scott Michael Helton of Huntington, WV; a daughter-in-law, Connie
Helton Mastrangelo and her husband Pete of Huntington; five grandchildren,
David Roper and his wife Kristen of South Carolina, Kathy Roper and her husband
Russell of Deland, FL, Robyn Helton of Huntington, and Jake and Josh Helton of
South Point, Ohio; three great-grandchildren, Kylie Roper and Preston and Khloe
Ward; his special companion, Judy Maddox; and a host of other relatives and
friends.
Funeral service will be conducted 1 pm, Saturday, November 10,
2018, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Rev. Mike Lacy officiating. Burial
will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census,
Huntington, Cabell Co., WV,
Stapleton, Effie 32, F, WV, Head, Widowed,
Stapleton,
William 15, M, WV, Son,
Stapleton, Daisy 13, F, WV, Dau,
Stapleton,
Myrtle 11, F, WV, Dau,
Stapleton,
Juanita 10, F, WV, Dau,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XMCK-V2S
2018, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - November 16, 2018
Tori Leeann Jones, 25, of Huntington, WV, formerly of Pike County,
KY, passed away Monday, November 12, 2018, at St. Mary's Medical Center,
Huntington, WV. She was born August 31, 1993, in Williamson, WV, the daughter
of William R. Jones of Turkey Creek, KY, and Tammi Scott of Stone, KY.
Tori loved kids, especially her nieces and nephews, and she loved
animals, always taking in strays.
She was preceded in death by a grandmother, Ann Smith; an aunt, Lana Blankenship; and two cousins, Brandi and Nick Fields.
Other than her parents, she is survived by her brother, Justin
(Angie) Jones of Huntington, WV; her grandparents, William and Nadine Jones of
Stone, KY, Landon and Kaye Smith of Louisa, KY, and Connie Jones of Turkey
Creek, KY; step-father Jim Scott of Stone, KY; nephews Augustus Lambert, Gavin
Lambert, William Jones and Wallace Jones; niece Wilhemia Jones; special cousin
Tyler Fields; special friend Robert Lockhart and many other family and friends.
Memorial services will be 1 pm, Saturday, November 17, 2018, at R.
E. Rogers Funeral Home, with Justin Holbrook officiating. Burial will follow in
Alley Cemetery, Ransom, KY.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - January 4, 2019
Marilyn Kitchen Adkins, 79, of Huntington, WV, graduated this life
Monday, December 31, 2018, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House,
Huntington, WV, surrounded by her family. She was born November 20, 1939, in
Huntington, WV, the daughter of the late Leonard Kitchen and Avis Blankenship Kitchen Adkins.
She was a homemaker, formerly worked as a Book Binder at Standard
Printing and Publishing Company, Commercial Printing Company, Appalachian Life
Insurance Printing Company, and also worked as a home health care provider, a
member of New Birth Church, Barboursville, loved her cats and more than
anything she loved to laugh.
In addition to her parents, in 2004, she was preceded in death by
her husband, Ronald Lloyd Adkins; four sisters, Dorothy "Sweety"
Kitchen, Linda Kitchen, Dixie Sharp, Janice Johnson; five brothers, Leonard Van
Buren Kitchen, Daniel "Dan" Kitchen, John Kitchen and James
"Jim" Kitchen and Bob Kitchen.
She is survived by her daughter, Vickie Lynn Adkins (Chris) Altizer
of Barboursville, WV; her brother and sister-in-law, Frederick E. and Marcia
Kitchen of Huntington; sister-in-law, Lena Kitchen of Pikeville, KY; three
nephews to whom she was very close, David E. Kitchen of Huntington, WV, and
Fred H. (Amber) Kitchen of Milton, WV, Mike Johnson of Jacksonville, AL, and a
host of additional nieces, nephews, family and friends that she so dearly
loved.
Funeral services will be conducted at 7 pm, on Friday, January 4,
2019, at Henson and Kitchen Mortuary, 6357 East Pea Ridge Road, Huntington,
with Bishop E. S. Harper officiating. A committal service and burial will
follow at 1 pm, on Monday, January 7, 2019, at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens
Mausoleum, Huntington.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Huntington, Cabell Co., WV,
Kitchen, Leonard 36, M, KY, Head,
Kitchen, Avis 35, F, WV, Wife,
Kitchen, Dixie
Lee 16, F, KY, Dau,
Kitchen, James 14, M, KY, Son,
Kitchen, Robert
Lee 11, M, WV, Son,
Kitchen, Daniel 07, M, WV, Son,
Kitchen, John 05, M, WV, Son,
Kitchen, Janice 03, F, WV, Dau,
Kitchen, Marilyn 00, F, WV, Dau,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7HR-JND
+2018, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - January 25, 2019
Doris Jean Crockett (Rowsey), 87, wife of Roy Crockett, went to
heaven on Wednesday, January 23, 2019, in Heritage Center of Huntington, WV.
She was born December 9, 1931, in Cabell County, WV, a daughter of the late
Claude and Lillian Bellomy Rowsey.
She was a member of the Prince of Peace Church, a Rebekah (women's
branch of IOOF chapter #64 of Huntington, WV), a
homemaker and loved the Lord as well as spending time with family and friends.
One of 10 children, four brothers all deceased, Jerry, Johnny,
Glenn and James, and one sister deceased, Ileta Lowe. Four
fantastic sisters living, Mary
(Pete) McCreary, Delores Arthur, Judy Murphy and Arlene
Blankenship.
On September 27, 1947, she married her lifelong best friend, Roy
Crockett, spending 72 years together. They had four children,
Kenneth Crockett (deceased), with surviving children, Roy Allen (Rhonda)
Crockett, Eva Sue (Frank) Sponaugle and Donna Bentley, 10 grandchildren, 15
great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, is assisting the family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.beardmortuary.com/tributes/Paul-Hargis
Paul Edward Hargis, age 79, December 22, 1939 ~ February 16, 2019.
He was a loving wonderful husband, father, grandfather and
great-grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Nelia Plyburn
Hargis, and a brother, Frankie Hargis.
He leaves behind his wife and best friend of 60 years, Shirley
Hargis; five children, Debbie Hargis (Mitchell) Blankenship , Kathy
Hargis (Phil) Jones, Rhonda Hargis (Jamey) Sellards, Paul Hargis Jr. and Carrie
Hargis (Thomas) Robinson; grandchildren, Tracie and John Thocher, Cindy and
Dustin McCoy, Andrew Jones and Chelsea Hooker, Amber Jones and fiance, Chris
Pockett, Jessica and Chris Lemon, Kayla and David Bowen, Jamey Ray and Andrea
Sellards, Isaiah Sellards, Malachi Sellards, Emily Sellards, Miranda Hargis,
Sarah and Rodney Blackshire, Anna Robinson and Matthew Tomblin; and a host of
great grandchildren; a brother, Ernie Hargis; sisters, Bertha Hager and Lana
Faye Donahue; and wonderful caregiver, Penny Ferguson, who has been like a
daughter to him.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at Living Waters Free
Methodist Church, Altizer, at 2 pm, with Pastor Tony Mays officiating. Burial
will follow in Plyburn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 20, 2019
Lorita Yvonne Riggs, 83, of Huntington, WV, passed away on March
13, 2019, in Madison Park Healthcare. She was born June 19, 1935, daughter of
the late Wiley and Virginia Adkins.
Lorita graduated from Vinson High School in 1953. She retired with
over 30 years of service from Chapman Printing Company and Champion Industries.
In retirement, she volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House and took up
painting for leisure. Lorita was a longtime member of Highlawn Baptist Church
and Westmoreland Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir for both.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Susan
Riggs of Huntington, WV; and a daughter and son-in-law, Debbi Riggs and Michael
Comer of Myrtle Beach, SC; five grandchildren, Benjamin Riggs, Jonathan Riggs,
Nicole Riggs McIlvaine, Jesse Riggs and Kellen Comer; nine great-grandchildren,
Brody Riggs, Brier Riggs, Wheaton Riggs, Annyston Riggs, Sophia McIlvaine,
Finnegan McIlvaine, Anabella McIlvaine, Fletcher Riggs and Madge Riggs; and
five great great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Sherrill Ann and John Blankenship of Roanoke, VA; a brother and
sister-in-law, Charles and Sue Adkins of Savannah, GA; and three nieces.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 am, Friday, at Klingel-Carpenter
Mortuary. Burial will follow in Spring Valley Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - May 15, 2019
Betty Sue Varney, 76, of Huntington, WV, passed away Sunday, May
12, 2019, at her residence. She was born October 1, 1942, a daughter of the
late Achree and Gertrude Carter Tabor.
Betty was the co-owner of Dave's Marine Sales and was a member of
the Eastern Star at Wayne, WV, and the First Baptist Church of Ceredo.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving
husband, David Lawson Varney, one son, David Allen Varney, and her brother,
Charles Tabor.
Betty is survived by one daughter, Diana Blackburn and husband
Larry of Sevierville, TN; one daughter-in-law, Kimberly Varney of Ceredo, WV;
three grandchildren, Brandon (Jayme) Nelson, Cara (Jeremy) Hall and Dalton
Varney; four great-grandchildren, Taylor, Braxton, Reagan and Brody Nelson;
three sisters, Judy Adkins and
Bernice Maynard, both of Genoa, WV, and Dottie Blankenship;
special nephew, Ron (Vicki) Tabor; special friends, Pat Sydner, Margie Scites,
Robert Coleman and Andy Nelson.
Graveside funeral services will be conducted 3 pm, Thursday, May
16, 2019, at Spring Valley Memorial Gardens, Huntington, with Pastor Michael
Dillion officiating.
Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, is in charge of arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - June 28, 2019
Clinton Mack Mount, 42, of Huntington, passed away June 24, 2019.
He was born June 1, 1977, in Huntington, a son of Anthony Mount Jr. of
Huntington and the late Joyce
Etta Blankenship Mount.
In addition to his father, he is survived by his fiancee, April
Cremeans; two sons, Brian Mount and Travis Mount; stepchildren, Deja Cremeans,
Jeremy Hensley and Heaven Hensley; one sister, Cindy Linville of Huntington;
two brothers, Robert Mount and Eric Mount, both of Huntington; several nieces
and nephews; and many more family and friends, a lot who proudly called him
brother.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 pm, Saturday, June 29,
2019, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville. Burial will be
in Union Ridge Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Huntington, Cabell
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - August 4, 2019
Linda Meehling McComas, 66, of Huntington, WV, died Thursday, Aug.
1, 2019, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington.
She retired from Marshall University.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Rose Anne Ward, and twin
sister, Brenda Kay Meehling. Linda was born Aug. 21, 1952, in Huntington.
She is survived by her son, James McComas of NC, and his family;
daughter, Tina McComas of Huntington; granddaughters, Meranda McComas and
Ashley McComas, with whom Linda shared a home and who were her caregivers; sisters, Christine Blankenship of Fort Mills, SC, and Tammy (Lance) Love of Ona, WV; brother,
David (Ronda) Meehling of Wilmington, NC; a host of nieces and nephews; and two
lifelong friends, Lahoma Weekley and Charles Newsom.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 pm, Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, at
Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Greg Wagoner officiating. Burial
will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - August 30, 2019
Gary Clifford Blankenship, 74, of Huntington, widower
of Patricia Ann Blankenship, died Aug. 28 in Cabell Huntington
Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 pm Sunday, Morris Funeral
Home Chapel, Wayne; burial will follow in the Bowen Cemetery, Huntington.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - October 29, 2019
Herman Oliver Blankenship, 94, of Huntington, widower of Agnes Bernice Holley Blankenship, died Oct. 26 in Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House.
He was a retired Operator with C&O Railroad.
Graveside services will be conducted at 3 pm Oct. 30, 2019, Woodmere
Memorial Park. Reger Funeral Home
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.regerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Herman--Oliver-Blankenship?obId=8446223
Herman O. Blankenship, 94 of
Huntington, WV, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019 at the Emogene Dolin
Jones Hospice House. He was born July
30, 1925 in Williamson, WV a son of the late Benjamin Harrison and Mousie Virginia
Taylor Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was the widower of Agnes Bernice
Holley Blankenship and a retired operator with C&O Railroad.
In addition to his wife and parents he
was preceded in death by his granddaughter Meredith Dale and two cousins, Jo
Marie Parsley and Eula Mae Cassidy.
Survivers include one daughter, Holley Dale (Tom) of Huntington, WV,
one granddaughter, Olivia Lynn Friary of Huntington, two great granddaughters: Maggie and Lucy
Friary and Bill Friary also of Huntington.
Graveside services will be conducted at
3:00 pm Wednesday, October 30 at Woodmere Memorial Park, by Pastor Jim
Johnston; burial will follow. Reger Funeral Home.
+2019, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The
Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - October 30, 2019
Herman O. Blankenship, 94, of Huntington,
WV, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice
House. Herman was born July 30, 1925, in Williamson, W.Va., a son of the late
Benjamin Harrison and Mousie Virginia Taylor Blankenship .
He was a retired operator with C&O Railroad
and a veteran of the U.S. Army Aircorps.
In addition to his parents, Herman was
preceded in death by his wife, Agnes Bernice Holley Blankenship; one
granddaughter, Meredith Dale; and two cousins, Jo Marie Parsley and Eula Mae.
Survivors include one daughter, Holley
(Tom) Dale, one granddaughter, Olivia Lynn Friary, two great-granddaughters,
Maggie and Lucy Friary, and their father, Bill Friary, all of Huntington.
Graveside funeral services were conducted
at 3 pm, Tuesday, October 29, at Woodmere Memorial Park by Pastor Jim Johnston.
Burial followed.
2019, Huntington, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - November 29, 2019
Raymond Mills, 75, passed away on November 26, 2019 at St. Mary's
Hospital in Huntington, after a long illness. He was born April 23, 1944 in
Wayne County, to Jesse and Leola (Adkins) Mills who predeceased him.
Raymond was a lifelong Huntington resident, retired after 45 years
of work at Steel of West Virginia and was a member of New Beginning Apostolic
Church. Raymond was an accomplished guitarist who spent 50 years performing
throughout the greater Huntington area with such bands as Smooth Country, Legacy,
Stoney River and New Country Express.
He is survived by the love of his life, Tammy "Maynard"
Ross; his brother, Norman (Susie) Mills; his children, Bret (Joyce) Mills,
Salina (James) Harrell, and Angie (Don) Neal; his step-sons, Joe
(Pam) Blankenship and Tim (Kelly) Blankenship ; seven grandchildren; eight
great-grandchildren; two nephews; one niece; beloved aunts, uncles, cousins,
including two special cousins, Teresa Buckland and Lexia Quintana; fellow
musicians, friends and fans; and his faithful beagle, Jake, all of whom will
forever love and miss him.
Funeral services will be conducted noon Saturday, November 30, 2019
at New Beginning Apostolic Church, with his nephew Pastor Todd Mills
officiating. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Wayne County. Chapman's
Mortuary.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lesage, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 3, 2018
Paula Lee Blankenship, 55, of Lesage, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2018. She was
born January 29, 1963, in Huntington, a daughter of Paul and Sandee Hatfield Adams of Barboursville.
More than anything, Paula loved her daughter, parents, family and
going to watch her grandson play ball. She was known for her huge heart and
willingness to help others in need. Her fur babies were also the light of her
life. We are all going to miss her dearly. We would like to thank all our
friends for all the prayers and support you have given us at this time.
Survivors include her husband,
Mark; one daughter
and son-in-law, Summer and Daniel Nida; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Cathy and Bud Daniel
and Tracy and Brent Blankenship; one grandson, Landon Nida; nieces and nephews, Josh and Lindsay Daniel, Josh, Coty and Presley Blankenship; and a special friend, Hank Holtzworth.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 am, Wednesday, December 5,
2018, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Pastor Rick
Glass. Burial will be in Oaklawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Milton, Cabell Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 2, 2019
Vivian Evelyn Stevens Hardesty, 92, of Milton, passed away
peacefully in her sleep at her daughter's home in Milton Thursday, February 28,
2019. She was born in Huntington on June 1, 1926, to Evelyn Jarvis Stevens and
Thomas Muncie Stevens.
Vivian retired from St. Mary's Medical Center.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by
siblings, Avis Carter, Jim Stevens and Betty Mount.
Vivian is survived by her three daughters, Jean and Ronald McComas,
Barbara Sue and late James Spence, and Linda and Alva Perk Dailey; and her
brothers, Tom and Judy Stevens, Don and Joy Stevens and Billy Stevens. She is
also survived by multiple grandchildren,
Nicole and Joseph Whitt, Alicia and Nick Smith, Jamie and Brian Donsbach, Ronda
and Jason Woodrum, Steven and Amanda Dailey, and Stephanie and Darrell Blankenship. In addition to her grandchildren, Vivian
is survived by many great-grandchildren,
Dru Smith, Aris Smith, Taysia Smith, Cassandra Donsbach, James Kevin Donsbach,
LeAnna Owens, Hannah Woodrum, Riley Woodrum, Cameron Watts and Hunter Blankenship.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 pm, Saturday, March 2,
2019, at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Rev. Jimmy Dailey. Burial will be
in Union Ridge Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Clay
+2018, Clay, Clay Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - April 18, 2018
Joyce Elaine Nottingham, 68, of Clay, entered into rest Monday,
April 16, 2018. Born March 6, 1950, in Enoch, she was the daughter of the late
Ashton and Nelia (Blankenship)
Woods.
Joyce is survived by her husband, Louie "Buck"
Nottingham; sons, Jonathan Nottingham and Jason Woods; grandchildren, Daniel,
Kirsten and Jayda Woods; sisters, Carol Rogers and Joan Adkins.
Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, April 20, at
Wilson-Shamblin-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Wayne Litton
officiating. Burial will be in Woods Cemetery, Dog Run.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Duck, Clay Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - May 23, 2019
Jerry Gordon Legg, 80, of Duck, entered into rest May, 20, 2019, at
his residence. Born on March 22, 1939, in Harrison, WV, he was the son of the
late Graden "Doc" and Lula Bragg Legg.
He was a retired well tender for Equitable Gas Company and a 50
year member of the Strange Creek Masonic Lodge No 130, in Strange Creek, W.Va.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by
brothers, Ralph, and Terry; and sisters, Era, Beulah, Ruth, Bonnie and Doris.
He is survived by his wife,
Iona Mae (Blankenship) Legg; son, Richard Legg, of Duck; daughter, Debra Legg of Duck; sister,
Maude Barns, of The Villages, Fla.; four grandchildren; and four
great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be 1 pm, on Saturday, May 25, 2019, at
Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, in Clay, with Minister Wayne Litton officiating.
Burial will follow in Clay Memorial Gardens, in Clay.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Iona Mae Legg –
b.24Nov1942 - Duck, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYH3-WRT
Relatives -
Jerry G. Legg.
Clay Co., WV,
Marriage; http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/va_view2.aspx?FilmNumber=567450&ImageNumber=563
Iona Mae
Blankenship, 20Nov1942 - Jerry Gordon Legg, 22Mar1939 - m.19Sep1959
D/o Delmer &
Della Blankenship – S/o Doctor & Lula Legg
Fayette
+2019,
Ansted,
Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.grovesfuneralhome.com/obituary/6266522
Truman Dwayne Blankenship, age
51, of Ansted, WV, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at Appalachian Regional
Hospital in Beckley, [Raleigh Co.,] WV
following an extended illness. Born December 13, 1967, he was the son of Floyd
Blankenship of Greenville, WV and the late Mary Margaret Handy Blankenship.
Truman graduated Union High
School in 1986. He went on to work in the security and steel industries. He
loved life and fought hard to keep it. He loved his family and friends, and was
of the Christian Faith.
In addition to his Father, he
is survived by his loving husband, Burton “Clayton” Atkinson of Ansted, WV; one
son, Shawn Dwayne
Blankenship of Greenville, WV; one special nephew, they raised like a son,
Jayson Settle of Ansted, WV; one brother,
Bruce Blankenship of Lindside, WV; two step-sisters,
Helina Bishop of Greenville and Charity Englehart of Rock Camp, WV; nephews, Brandon and Jason
Blankenship; and several other nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.
Funeral services will be 2:00
pm, Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the Groves-Mann Funeral Home Chapel in Union, WV
with Rev. Cloyd Blankenship officiating. In honoring Truman’s wishes, following the services he
will be cremated and his ashes buried in Chambers Cemetery at Lindside, WV. Groves-Mann Funeral Home in Union, WV.
+2018, Boomer, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Christa June Blankenship, 70, of Boomer, passed away on September 12, 2018. She was born on
November 11, 1947, in Gauley Bridge, to the late Truman E. and Lula Frances
Thompson Light.
She was retired from Spillman, Thomas, and Battle Law Offices in
Charleston, WV, a member of the New Heights Baptist Church, Charlton Heights, a
graduate of Fayetteville High School, class of 1966, and attended West Virginia
State College.
She is survived by her children:
David Blankenship of Elkhart, IN, Stephen Blankenship of Evansville, IN, Michael Blankenship of Nashville, NC, Jaime Timmins of
Shipshewana, IN; six grandchildren; sister; Trula (Bill) Raynes of Robson;
brother, David (Brenda) Light of Oak Hill.
Service will be at 1pm Tuesday, September 18, at O'Dell Funeral
Home, Montgomery, with Pastor James Nesson officiating. Burial will follow at
Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens, Glasgow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Frank Irvin Blankinship Jr., of Fayetteville, died Saturday, February 17, 2018. Frank was
born September 12, 1932, in Charleston, the only child of Frank I. (Sr.) and Ethel Tweedy Blankinship.
He graduated from Charleston High School in 1950 and from West
Virginia University in Morgantown in 1954. In 1953, he married Jacquelyn McWhorter, also of Charleston, to whom he would refer for the rest of
his life as "my first wife, Jackie."
Upon graduation from college, he enlisted in the Air Force and
served as a flight navigator, stationed in Harlingen, TX, Mexico Beach, FL,
Cape Cod, MA, and Marietta, GA. He worked as an agent for McDonough, Caperton,
Shepherd, and Goldsmith Insurance in Charleston, then
participated in a pilot project for Union Carbide Corporation in Ft. Pierce,
FL, mining lime-based mineral deposits offshore in the Bahamas.
In 1969, he became president of Fayetteville Federal Savings and
Loan, where he served until his retirement in 1989. In that position, he took a
risk and provided financing for the first whitewater rafting operation in the
New River Gorge, an industry that would transform Fayetteville and Fayette
County. He was a member of the Fayetteville Rotary Club and the Fayette County
Chamber of Commerce. As president of the Chamber of Commerce, he oversaw the
planning of the first New River Gorge Bridge Day event, which would become an
annual tourist event and economic engine for the area. He is one of those
honored - along with many of his friends - by a sculpture at the New River
Gorge Convention & Visitors Bureau dedicated to those business men who
helped to shape the modern-day Fayette Plateau.
Frank was an elder at Fayetteville Presbyterian Church where, for
many years, he sang in the choir and served as treasurer. He loved golf,
tennis, skiing, wood-working, hunting and fishing,
especially fly fishing around Bolar in Highland County, VA, where he built the
fishing "cabin" of his dreams. And he loved his family as Dad and
Papaw.
In addition to his wife, Jackie, Frank is survived by three children, Frank III "Chip" (Anne) of Atlanta, GA, Beth Rudin (Jim) of Charlotte, NC, and James
"Jay" (Debby) of Charleston, WV; five grandchildren, Annie
Blankinship (Heath) and Jessy Blankinship (Matt), both of Charleston, Frank Blankinship IV (Hope) of Maryville, TN, Jacquelyn
Holloway (Cody) of Bennington, VT, and Martha Ruelas (Joshua) of Merkel, TX;
and eight great-grandchildren, Trent, Abbey, Daniel, Maddux, Roman, Zaya,
Olivia, and Camille.
Arrangements will be handled by Dodd-Payne-Hess Funeral Home of
Fayetteville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - February 20, 2018
Frank Irvin Blankinship Jr., of Fayetteville, died Saturday, February 17, 2018. He was born
September 12, 1932, in Charleston, the only child of Frank I. (Sr.) and Ethel Tweedy Blankinship.
Frank graduated from Charleston High School in 1950 and from West
Virginia University in Morgantown in 1954. In 1953, he married Jacquelyn
McWhorter, also of Charleston, to whom he would refer for the rest of his life
as "my first wife, Jackie." Upon graduation from college, he enlisted
in the Air Force and served as a flight navigator, stationed in Harlingen, TX,
Mexico Beach, FL, Cape Cod, MA, and Marietta, GA. He worked as an agent for
McDonough, Caperton, Shepherd, and Goldsmith Insurance in Charleston, then participated in a pilot project for Union Carbide
Corporation in Ft. Pierce, FL, mining lime-based mineral deposits offshore in
the Bahamas.
In 1969, he became president of Fayetteville Federal Savings and
Loan, where he served until his retirement in 1989. In that position, he took a
risk and provided financing for the first whitewater rafting operation in the
New River Gorge, an industry that would transform Fayetteville and Fayette
County. He was a member of the Fayetteville Rotary Club and the Fayette County
Chamber of Commerce. As president of the Chamber of Commerce, he oversaw the planning
of the first New River Gorge Bridge Day event, which would become an annual
tourist event and economic engine for the area. He is one of those honored -
along with many of his friends - by a sculpture at the New River Gorge
Convention & Visitors Bureau dedicated to those business men who helped to
shape the modern-day Fayette Plateau. Frank was an elder at Fayetteville
Presbyterian Church where, for many years, he sang in the choir and served as
treasurer. He loved golf, tennis, skiing, wood-working, hunting
and fishing, especially fly fishing around Bolar in Highland County, VA, where
he built the fishing "cabin" of his dreams. And he loved his family
as Dad and Papaw.
In addition to his wife, Jackie, Frank is survived by three children, Frank III "Chip" (Anne) of Atlanta, GA, Beth Rudin (Jim) of Charlotte, NC, and James
"Jay" (Debby) of Charleston, WV; five grandchildren, Annie Blankinship (Heath)
and Jessy Blankinship (Matt), both of Charleston, Frank Blankinship IV (Hope) of Maryville, TN, Jacquelyn
Holloway (Cody) of Bennington, VT, and Martha Ruelas (Joshua) of Merkel, TX;
and eight great-grandchildren, Trent, Abbey, Daniel, Maddux, Roman, Zaya,
Olivia, and Camille.
Arrangements will be handled by Dodd-Payne-Hess Funeral Home of
Fayetteville. A service of Witness to the Resurrection will be announced on
their website.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - March 27, 2018
Grafton Ernest Skaggs, 72, of Fayetteville, passed away at Ruby Memorial Hospital
in Morgantown, March 22, 2018. He was born in Rocklick, Fayette County,
November 26, 1945, to the late Grafton William Skaggs and Angeline Skaggs.
Grafton graduated from Collins High School, Oak Hill, and West
Virginia Institute of Technology, and held a J.D. degree from Mississippi
College School of Law, as well as eight Master's degrees. He taught in Fayette
and Summers County schools and in Virginia. A Fayette County attorney, who
practiced with his wife as Skaggs and Skaggs, he practiced in numerous West
Virginia counties, and in Federal court, including the 4th Circuit Court of
Appeals.
He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Breanna Kristen
Bumgarner.
Grafton is survived by his wife of 47 years, Nancy Skidmore Skaggs,
and daughters, Angel Ellen Tyler of
Beaver, Heather Angeline
Blankenship of Fayetteville
and Brianna Jade Underwood of Buckhannon, and a son, Grafton Ernest Skaggs II
of Fredericksburg, VA. He is also survived by six grandchildren: Tryston Lee, Colbey Shane, Riley Jace Cooper and
Ravenna, Isabella Elizabeth
Blankenship; Brittney Michele
Underwood and Ashton Brooke Tyler; and two great - granddaughters.
Graveside rites will be held Friday, March 30, at High Lawn Funeral
Home, Oak Hill, at 3:30pm. He will be laid to rest in the mausoleum there.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - August 11, 2018
Dewanna Layne Escue, 54 of Fayetteville, WV, passed away Thursday
August 9, 2018 at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley. "Wannie" was the
youngest child of the late Homer Edward and Kathleen Jewell Escue and was born on October
20, 1963 in Montgomery, WV.
Wannie was loved by all and a wonderful person who brought joy to
everyone she knew. She loved reading, singing, dancing, spending time with
family and attended Grace Baptist Church of Fayetteville.
She is survived by her beloved son, Samuel Wade Escue of
Fayetteville, brother,Tommy (Cindy) Escue of Cincinnati, OH; sisters Dottie Stepp of Beckley, Becky
(Charles) Linkous of Fayetteville, Sandy (Bob) Preast also of Fayetteville,
Toni Raines of Elkins, Lilly (Lon) Jones of Gatewood and Debby (Jay) Blankinship of South Charleston, four grandchildren
and many nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held Monday, August 13th at 1:00 pm in
the chapel of High Lawn Funeral Home in Oak Hill, by Pastor Jamie Bailey.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 16, 2019
Aldon C. Compton, 84, of Fayetteville, WV went home to be with the Lord on
Tuesday March 12, 2019 at Bluefield
Regional Medical Center, [Mercer Co., WV]following a short
illness. Born January 13, 1935 at Fire Creek, WV. He
was the son of the late James and Gertie Adkins Compton.
Mr. Compton attended Garten Pentecostal Holiness Church. He was a
carpenter by trade of 45+ years, you can see our
Daddy's handiwork in many homes, churches and businesses in several states. But
the greatest passion he had was to minister the Gospel with his family as a
group called "The Compton Family" in song and the Word, from the
mountains of WV to the south of Alabama. He was the greatest support, fan and
hero to ALL his family in every way. He will be missed every day. Our Daddy's
favorite quotes were "God gets gooder and gooder" and "I'm a
Winner either way."
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife,
Shirley Tincher Compton, brothers Jackie, Alton and Harland Compton; sister,
Loreida Garten and best friend Jr. Tincher.
Left to cherish his memory are his four daughters Pamela Reed and husband Raleigh of Southport, NC, Sandra
Sears and husband Robert, Frances Lewis and husband David and Yvonne Blankenship and husband
John, all of Fayetteville, WV; 19 very loved
grandchildren Mary Beth (Scott), Kelly (Ronnie), Kimberly (Jason), Benjamin
(Abbey), Hannah (Dereck), Shannon (Ryan), Kathryn (Rob), Rachel (Miquel),
Michael, Tommy (Cindy), Joey (Jenny), Robert, Aaron, Ezra (Katie), Caleb
(Stephanie), LCP Lewis, Elijah (Morgan), LeBreska (Matt), Jon-Paul (Brenda),
and PFC Blankenship , Andrew (Ashley); 36 precious great-grandchildren, 2
brothers, Dennis and wife Nancy, Darrell and wife Debbie, 5 sisters Donna,
Magalene, Karen and husband Danny, Ella and husband Eddie, and Grace.
Services will be conducted at 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 16, at High
Lawn Funeral Home, with Pastor John Pittman and Pastor Jessie "Butch"
Parker officiating. Pallbearers will be his grandsons.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Yvonne L.
Blankenship – b.01Sep1963 - Fayetteville, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYCT-WWT
Relatives - John
Clifford Blankenship.
John Clifford
Blankenship, Jr. – b.02Feb1970 - Fayetteville, WV & Fayetteville, NC;
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYHW-S3R
Relatives -
Yvonne L. Blankenship.
+2018, Gauley Bridge, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - November 15, 2018
Rev. Charles E. Blankenship, 79, of Gauley Bridge, went home to with the Lord on November 11,
2018. He was born in Big Creek, on August 28, 1939.
He and served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1965. He was a
businessman and entrepreneur. He was the founder and pastor of the Brownsville
Holiness Church for over 50 years. He dedicated his life to the Lord and did
great work as he pastored, evangelized with his dear friend, Bro. Harry Johnson
/ gospel artist, preached many funerals, was a great asset to his community,
and touched many lives over the years. He was well loved by a host of Christian
brothers and sisters, some gone on and some left to carry on his great work by
faith.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sondra
(Richardson) Blankenship; his parents, Clara (Baker) and Mearl Blankenship; brothers
and sisters; Beulah (Blankenship) Burleson, Virgil and Paul Blankenship.
Treasured by his daughter,
Betheny (Blankenship) Koch, and her husband Mitch of Glen Ferris;
grandson, Andrew Koch of Goodfellow Air Force Base, TX, and his wife Natalie; sister, Shirley
(Nottingham) Maynard of Brownsville; many nieces and nephews, and special
longtime friend, Jack Johnson of Glen Ferris.
Funeral service will be held 11 am,
November 18 at his beloved Brownsville Holiness Church, Brownsville, with Rev.
Nathan Johnson / Pastor, officiated by, Rev. Ron Oplinger, Rev. Billy Conn,
Rev. John Bruce and Rev. James Bowling. Burial will be at Montgomery Memorial
Park, London. Pennington Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Hico, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - May 26, 2018
Phyllis Reed, 82 [1936], of Hico, WV, passed away at home, Friday, May 25, 2018,
after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease.
She was the owner and operator of Reed's Greenhouse for 43 years
and was known throughout the counties for her green thumb. The most important
thing in her life was her family.
Phyllis was preceded in death by sisters Polly Carter, Lorene Blankenship, Gen Patrick and brother Junior Smith.
She is survived by her husband of 66 years Milburn, her children
Richard Reed and wife Drema, son Mitch Reed, all of Hico, Joseph Reed of
California, Julie and husband, Dwayne Lee, of North Carolina and
daughter-in-law Terry Reed of North Carolina, grandchildren Shannon Reed, Chris
Reed, Kyler Reed, Courtney Butler, Whitley Butler, Hannah Lee, Gavin Lee, great
granddaughter Harper Reed and sisters Daphne Grass, Jean Royce and Marcella
Cook.
The funeral service will be held at 4:00 pm Sunday, May 27th, in
the chapel of High Lawn Funeral Home in Oak Hill, WV. Burial will immediately
follow in Restlawn Memory Gardens, Victor, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Lansing, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - November 30, 2019
John Kenneth Browning, Sr., 63 of Lansing, departed this life on
Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Fayetteville of an automobile accident. He was
born December 18, 1956 at Logan, the son of the late Rubal W. and Anna Lou
(Stafford) Browning.
John was a 1974 graduate of Man High School where he was a member
of the Man High School Marching Band and the High School Stage Band. He
attended WV Tech at Montgomery. John worked for many years at Browning Lumber
Company. John's passion was music, he was a guitar
player and a member of various bands through the years. He also attended Ansted
Baptist Church and Rev. Randy Spurgeon was his Minister.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
maternal grandparents, Kenneth and Leona (Spry) Stafford; his paternal grandparents, John Sherman and
Edna (Blankenship) Browning; and several aunts and uncles.
Those left to cherish his memory are three children, John Kenneth
(Kathy Jo) Browning, Jr. of Man, Sara Margaret "Meg" (Brian) Keith of
Whitman, and Jenny Rebecca Ann (Dustin) Picard of Hesperia, CA; one brother,
Stephen "Steve" Browning of Hico; six grandchildren, Chloe, Victoria,
Lauren Jo, Steven, Grayson, and Jaden; two nieces, Teresa Miller and Katherine
Young; nephew, Stephen Browning II; and numerous cousins, along with a host of
other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Monday, December 2, 2019, at
the Krantz-McNeely Funeral Home at Man, with Rev. Walter Grimmett officiating.
Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery at Pecks Mill. Pallbearers will be
Brian Keith, Dustin Picard, Stephen Browning, II, Fisher Horton, Hunter Horton,
Mike Miller, and Issak Browning Young.Wallace and Wallace Funeral Home at
Ansted and Krantz-McNeely Funeral Home at Man.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Midway, Fayette Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - December 27, 2018
Gladys Marie Blankenship, 94, of Midway, passed away on Sunday, December 23, 2018, at her
home. Born on April 4, 1924, in Asco, WV, she was the daughter of late Aldie C.
Bishop and
Elizabeth England Bishop.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her husband, Herman J. Blankenship; sister, Dora E. Mullins; and brothers, Ralph Bishop and Everett
Bishop.
She is survived by her daughter,
Fleasia Penningtion (Charles) of Beaver; and
several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 pm Saturday in the Chapel of
Blue Ridge Funeral Home with Pastor Jess Farley officiating. Burial will follow
at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Mount Hope, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - March 22, 2019
James Gene Spadaro, 90, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
on Wednesday, March 19, 2019, at Bowers Hospice House. He was born in Mount
Hope on July 6, 1928 to the late James and Eleanor (Miller) Spadaro.
Gene, as he was called by everyone, graduated from Mount Hope High
School in 1948 then attended WV Wesleyan until 1951. Because Wesleyan dropped
their football program, he transferred and graduated from Glenville State
College in 1953 where he was selected to the first team All WV Conference in
football. Upon graduating he was invited to the Pittsburgh Steelers training
camp, but instead went into the US Army, attaining the rank of corporal and
serving in Korea. At the end of his service in the military, he returned home
to the town he loved, Mount Hope, and began teaching in 1955.
Gene also began his coaching career which included football,
basketball, and track. As head football coach, his teams compiled a record of
55-27, including 1 playoff team in 1985. As head track coach, his team won four
state championships in 1969, 1971, 1979, and 1980. Over the years, he coached
thirty-one state champions. Twenty-three were individualists, and, of those,
seventeen were in field events. He received numerous honors over the years,
including the 1980 National High School Coaches Association District 2 Track
Coach of the Year. His love for the students and athletes of Mount Hope High
School kept him teaching and coaching until his retirement in 2008. He was a
proud Mustang until the day he died.
Gene has been reunited with his cherished wife, Camilla Fontana
Spadaro who passed away in May 2000. He was also preceded in death by brothers,
Jack, Benny, Bill and Buck and sisters Mary Patrick, Ruth Ann Bennett, and
Honey Pyles. Gene was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Prosperity, WV.
Survivors include two daughters, Gina Blankenship and her husband James of Mount Hope and Patricia Conelly and husband Todd, also of Mount
Hope; sisters Rosie Stover, Josephine Robinson, Marie Bentley, Edith Bevins and
brother Ted; six grandchildren,
Jamie Ward and husband Kevin, Jeremy
Blankenship and wife Jamie,
Amanda Floyd and husband Jeffrey, Michael Conelly and wife Dominique, Chrissy Blankenship , and Michaela (Katie) Conelly; and 13
great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services will be Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 1:00 pm, at Tyree
Funeral Home in Mount Hope. Burial will be at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens,
Prosperity.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Mount Hope, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - June 28, 2019
Donna Jean Sifers,
71, of Mount Hope, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital,
[Raleigh Co., WV]. Born on September 23, 1947 in Logan
County, WV, she was the daughter of the late Woodrow Wilson Blankenship and Rokie Maynard
Blankenship.
Donna loved and cherished her family. She enjoyed cooking and
baking for them, having made sure there was always more than enough.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son,
Dewey "Eddie" Perry; grandchildren,
Bridgit Blankenship and Joshua Hensley; and brothers, William Russell Maynard, Rocky Blankenship and Noah Blankenship.
She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Julian
"Bryant" Sifers; daughter, Rebecca Perry; son, Matthew Blankenship;
daughter, Tami Maynard and husband, Gordon; step-daughter, Letitia Wickline;
step-son, Marcus Sifers and wife, Lynn; 21 grandchildren; 18
great-grandchildren; 15 nieces and nephews; and several sisters-in-law and
brothers-in-law.
Funeral Services will be at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, July 2, 2019. in the Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Home. with
Pastor Charley Blankenship officiating. Burial will be held in
Christus Garden of Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Mount Hope, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - July 10, 2019
Donna Jean Sifers,
71, of Mount Hope, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital.
[Raleigh Co., WV]. Born on September 23, 1947 in Logan County, WV, she was the
daughter of the late Woodrow
Wilson Blankenship and Rokie Maynard Blankenship.
Donna loved and cherished her family. She enjoyed cooking and baking
for them, having made sure there was always more than enough.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son,
Dewey "Eddie" Perry; grandchildren,
Bridgit Blankenship and Joshua Hensley; and brothers, William Russell Maynard, Rocky Blankenship and Noah Blankenship.
She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Julian
"Bryant" Sifers; daughter, Rebecca Perry; son, Matthew Blankenship;
daughter, Tami Maynard and husband, Gordon; step-daughter, Letitia Wickline;
step-son, Marcus Sifers and wife, Lynn; 21 grandchildren; 18
great-grandchildren; 15 nieces and nephews; and several sisters-in-law and
brothers-in-law.
Funeral Services will be at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, July 2, 2019 in the
Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Home with Pastor Charley Blankenship officiating. Burial
will be held in Christus Garden of Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Christopher Blankenship, age 47, of Oak Hill, WV, passed away on April 6, 2018. He was
born May 16, 1970 at Beckley WV. He was the son of Carson and Geneva Sharon Blankenship.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Geneva
Sharon Blankenship, and a brother, Samuel Blankenship.
Those left to cherish his memories are his children Carson and Anna Blankenship, Cheyenne Garris, Mychael Dougen. His father Carson
Blankenship and wife Joyce. Two brothers, Steve Blankenship and Billy
Blankenship. Many
nieces and nephews.
A memorial will be set for a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Funeral
Lillian Mills Blankenship, 88, of Oak
Hill, passed away May 19, 2018.
Graveside service and committal will be 1
p.m. today, Wednesday, May 23, at High Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements
by Tyree Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tyreefuneralhome.com/obituaries/Lillian-Blankenship-4/#!/Obituary
Lillian Lee Mills Blankenship, age 88 of Oak
Hill, WV passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley,
[Raleigh Co.,] WV. Born
February 5, 1930 at Lorado, WV, she was the daughter of the late Lonnie and
Eliza Davis Mills.
Lillian was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her husband,
Paul
Blankenship.
Left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Judy Clark and husband, Benny of Oak
Hill; her sons, Paul Thomas Blankenship and wife, Ruth
of Scarbro and Roger Lee Blankenship and wife, Vicki of St. Albans. Also surviving are 7
grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Graveside services with burial to follow
will be conducted 1:00 PM Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at High Lawn Memorial Park,
Oak Hill with Bob Creed officiating.
+2018, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - September 17, 2018
Phillip James Blankenship, 71 [1947], of Oak Hill, passed away
September 15, 2018. He
was born in Greenbrier County, WV, to the late Clayton and Clester Lewis Blankenship.
He is survived by his loving wife,
Debbie Blankenship and their children Shannon Bird (Andy), Leslie Blankenship and Steven Blankenship.
He will be missed by his grandchildren; Abygail and Alyvia Bird, Star, Tristan,
Adrien and Novalee Bambush, as well as his siblings;
Buddy (Katy) and Carl Blankenship, and Ruth Arthur, Kitty
Harrah, and Mildred Ellison.
Services for Phillip will be on Wednesday, September 19, at High
Lawn funeral home at 2:00 pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune
(Oak Hill, WV) - May 21, 2019
Audrey Kaye Whitlow Painter passed away Sunday, May 19, 2019. Born March 5, 1951 in Weirwood, WV.
She has gone home to be with her mom, Mildred Mullins Whitlow; dad,
Claude Whitlow;
brothers, Danny, Arnold, and Kerry Wayne Whitlow.
Those left to cherish the memories include her husband, Melvin
"Butch" Painter; two sons Melvin Painter, Jr. and spouse Wade Harold,
Matt Painter (Christy); daughter Melisa Painter Pennington; brother, Jimmy
Whitlow (Cindy); Sisters Donna
Suttle (Jerry), Janice Brown, Mona Cook (Bo), Tonia Arthur, Lois Norris,
(Chuck), Cindy Lambert and boyfriend Tony, Bertha Blankenship
, Martha Whitlow, and Janet MaClinlock; sister in law, Tammy Bowyer (Pete),
Patty Davis (Rick), Cheryl Scarbro, and Sandy Vass; grandchildren, Frankie,
Sarah Pennington, Tiffany Pennington and fiance Teddy Sweeney, Ty Painter and
girlfriend Andrea Treadway, Ramie, Hannah Painter, Preston, Jayden, Drew, Ty,
Calab, Alex, Savannah, Teddy jr., Ava, Isabella, Kinley, Parker, Trinity,
Raider, Julius, Zion, Hunter, Thomas; two special aunts Gaye Wriston, Dixie
Donell. And many nieces, nephews cousins, and great friends.
Graveside services will be 1:00 pm, Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Pax
Community Cemetery in Pax with Pastor Jim Bowyer officiating. Burial will
follow after graveside. Tyree Funeral Home, Mount Hope.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - September 23, 2019
Lois Jean Norris, gained her wings
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019. She was born Aug. 6, 1963, daughter of the late
Claude Whitlow
and Mildred Mullins Whitlow.
Lois was also preceded by her grandson, Jayden Smith; brothers,
Arnold, Danny and Kerry Whitlow; sister, Audrey Painter; brothers-in-law, Jr.
Wriston and Tink Arthur.
Survivors include her husband, Charles (Chuck) Norris; children,
Sarah, Stacey, Anuber, Charles (CJ) Norris; brother, Jimmy (Cindy) Whitlow; sisters, Donna (Jerry) Suttle, Mona
(Bo) Cook, Janice Brown, Tonia Atthur, Cindy Lambert, Janet MaClintok, Bertha (Ricky) Blankenship, Martha Whitlow; sisters-in-law, Kay,
Jeanette, Shelia and Sharon; nine grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins
and friends.
Memorial service will be 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26, at High
Lawn Funeral Home, Oak Hill.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Oak Hill, Fayette
Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - October 9, 2019
On October 6, 2019, our beloved husband, father and Poppy passed
through the gates of Heaven. Robert (Bob) Lee Creed, Jr. was born on January
28, 1934, in Cranberry, WV to Delda Mae Harvey and Robert L. Creed, Sr.
Bob served in the USAF from 1951 to 1971 retiring as a Master
Sergeant. He was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was an employee
of Ohio Brass, Kroger, the Fayette County Board of Education, and the Beckley
VA hospital.
Bob was a member of the First Baptist Church of Scarbro where he served
as a deacon, treasurer, and Sunday School teacher. He
was an ordained minister and conducted a prison ministry at the federal
correction facility in Beckley. Bob loved his Lord Jesus Christ and lived his
life serving him. He was an avid softball player during his military career and
played on church league softball teams after his retirement. In addition, he
was a Cleveland Browns and WVU fan.
Bob was preceded in death by siblings, Mary Ellen Roop, Margaret
Ann Treadway and John L.Creed.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Jackie; daughter,
Patty Keys and husband, Greg of Oak Hill and son, David Creed and wife, Nancy
of Christiansburg, VA; brother, George Creed of Maysville; He was Poppy to
Megan Hash and husband, Tyrone of Pulaski, VA, Aaron Creed and companion,
Lauren Gray of Christiansburg, VA ; Nicole Kessler of Oak Hill , Jessica
Kessler and fiancé ,Tim Arnott of Nitro, Kate Kayne and husband, Alex of Fort
Collins, CO and Sarah Hall and husband Michael ,of Augusta, GA. Also surviving
are great grandchildren Maddox Epperly of Morgantown; Justus Hash of Pulaski,
VA; Nora Jenkins of Oak Hill; Vivian Hash of Pulaski, VA; Emma Kessler of
Nitro; Peyton Kessler of Oak Hill, and Jack Kayne of Fort Collins, CO, as well
as numerous nephews and nieces whom he loved very much. He is also survived by
special appointed daughters affectionately numbered 1 through 6 and Lisa Blankenship Gregory, who was like a granddaughter to him.
Funeral service will be held 1:00 pm, Friday, October 11, 2019, at
Tyree Funeral Home, Oak Hill with Pastor Kenny Smith officiating. Burial will
follow at High Lawn Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Greenbrier
+2018, Crichton, Greenbrier
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - March 28, 2018
Henry Hantford Sloan, 97, of Crichton passed away on Sunday, March
25, 2018. Born on March 10, 1921, at Thacker, Mingo County, he was the son of
the late Dock and Pittie
Blankenship Sloan.
Henry was an Army veteran; he was the last surviving person in
Greenbrier County of the Pearl Harbor attack. After the service, Henry lived
his life in Quinwood as a coal miner for 37 years. He was a member of the
Rainelle Moose Lodge since 1984, a member of the UMWA for 70+ years He will be
missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving
wife, Kathleen Hughart Sloan; a son, Anthony Sloan and daughter-n-law, Brenda
Sloan; brothers, Ralph Sloan, Willie Sloan, Bernard Sloan and Donnie Sloan;
sisters, Betty Jo Roach, Gladys Boothe and Beatrice Hillie.
Those left to cherish his memory are a son, Audie and wife Shawnda
of Leslie; sister, Sylvia White of Chicago, IL; grandchildren, Mark Sloan and
wife Renee, Monica Sloan, Shane Sloan, AJ Sloan, Amber Cannady and fiancé Jared
Kidd, Jackie Ferrell and husband Chris, Brandon Pleasant and wife Rebecca,
Christopher Osborne; Great grandchildren, Alexis, Zach, Evan, Breanna, Clayton,
Ciara, Riley, Weston, Sydney, Desmond, Jacob, Nicholas, KImlyn and Isla; 1 great
great grandchild, Jasper.
Service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 30, 2017 at Wallace &
Wallace Chapel, Rainelle with Pastor John Groves officiating. Burial will
follow at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville with military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Lewisburg, Greenbrier
Co., WV, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Burl-Blankenship-106289074
Burl Blankenship,
June 26, 1951 - July 23, 2018, West Virginia
Burl served country from 1968-1972 in the United States Army and
was a Veteran of the Vietnam War.
Donations can be made in his memory to American Legion Greenbrier,
Post 26 PO Box 52, Ronceverte WV 24970, in lieu of flowers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Burl Blankenship
– b.26Jun1951 – Lewisburg, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYHM-3BS
Relatives -
Joshua Burl Blankenship, Nina G. Blankenship, Pamela B. Blankenship.
+2018, Lewisburg, Greenbrier
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.wallaceandwallacefh.com/obituaries/Burl-Blankenship-?obId=3168114#/obituaryInfo
Burl Blankenship was born in
Esty, WV on June 26th, 1951 and died at his home on July 23, 2018.
Burl served country from 1968-1972 in the
United States Army and was a Veteran of the Vietnam war.
He also served in the Army National Guard until 1995. He was employed by the
Greenbrier Hotel for 25 years in the Housekeeping dept.
Burl is preceded in death by his parents
Elias
and Emma Blankenship, his Brother Carl (surviving spouse Janice), his sisters Eldora Flack and Evalena Blake.
He is Survived by his son Joshua and daughter-in-law
Nina and his only granddaughter Laurel, who he was extremely proud of. Burl is
also survived by his life partner, Louise Rider as well as many nieces and
nephews.
At his request, he will be cremated with
no services to be held.
2019, Lewisburg, Greenbrier
Co., WV, Obituary
On Tuesday, March 12, 2019, our most loved, Charlene Thrasher
passed on to Heaven to become an angel. She was in her 75th year. One of ten
children, Charlene was born on August 11, 1943 at Eccles. She was the daughter
of the late Fred Tilden and Ethel McMillion Mitchem.
Charlene spent her childhood at Eccles, graduating from Trap Hill
High School. A program analyst for the Department of Agriculture in Washington
DC, Charlene made her home in Northern Virginia for many years. She and her
beloved husband, Emil Thrasher, an Arkansas native whom she married in 1984,
retired to Smith Mountain Lake in 1995. In 2007, they settled in Lewisburg.
Charlene was of the Christian faith. In her leisure time she has enjoyed a
ministry of visiting folks in nursing homes, reading and going to yard sales.
Her siblings, Virginia
Mays, Freddie Blankenship, Jim Mitchem, Arbutus Meadows, Doff
Mitchem, Ardith Shumate and Saundra Allen have preceded her in death. Her step
daughter, Leigh Anne Thrasher has preceded her in death as well.
She is the dear sister of Donna Godby (James) and Carol Muovich. A
large extended family of nieces and nephews survive. In addition to Emil and
her sisters, Charlene leaves to cherish her memory her loving sons, Theron
Hager (Carolyn) and Erik Hager (Barbie); she is the fond step mother of David
Thrasher (Angie). There are seven grandchildren, Brittini, Brian, Blair,
Benjamin, Tyler, Madison and Dylan; two great- granddaughters, Winter and Eden.
Funeral services will be Monday, March 18, at 1:00 pm, in the
Melton Mortuary Chapel, 1200 Harper Road, Beckley. The Rev. Dr. Dallas Smith
will be officiating. Charlene will be laid to rest in the Blue Ridge Memorial
Gardens Mausoleum at Prosperity.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Neola, Greenbrier Co., WV, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Mary-Ethel-Harless-106201064
Mary Ethel Blankenship Harless, May 18, 1950 - June 20, 2018, Neola, West Virginia
Funeral service will be 2:00pm, Sunday, June 24, 2018 at the Morgan
Funeral Home Chapel - 252 Montvue Drive, Lewisburg, WV with Pastor Ralph
Hubbard officiating. Burial will follow in the Mountain Gate Cemetery, Renick, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mary E. Harless – b.18May1950 - White Sulphur Springs, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2S9J-FBM
Relatives -
Chris Harless, Christopher Dale Harless, Marmin Harles, Melvin C. Harless Sr.,
Sarah Harless.
+2018, Neola, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.morganfh.net/obituary/mary-harless
Mary Ethel Harless, 68, of Neola,
WV passed away Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, [Ronceverte, Greenbrier Co., WV]. Born May 18, 1950 at Frankford, WV she was
the daughter of the late Lonzo and Rhoda Workman Blankenship.
She is preceded in death by two brothers,
Harley
and Alva Blankenship and sister, Thelma Tipton.
Survivors include her husband of 48
years, Melvin “Dynamite” Harless, sons, Chris Harless and wife Christy of Rupert,
WV and Chase Harless of White Sulphur Springs, WV, daughter, Tammy Persinger of
Lewisburg, WV, brothers, James Blankenship and wife Phyllis
of White Sulphur Springs, WV, Bradford Blankenship and wife Frances of Newpark, PA
and Lloyd
Blankenship of Frankford, WV, sisters, Irene George and husband Sam of White Sulphur
Springs, WV and Arella Underwood and husband Robert of Frankford, WV, grandchildren, Seda
Lafon, Katlin Gilkeson, Cameron Farley, Laken Harless and Kalli Harless, great
grandchildren, Andrew and Emily Lafon, Haiden White, Holden Gilkeson, Kingsley
and Kambrey Farley, several nieces and nephews and her dog Gypsy.
Funeral service will be 2:00pm, Sunday,
June 24, 2018 at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel – 252 Montvue Drive, Lewisburg,
WV with Pastor Ralph Hubbard officiating.
Burial will follow in the Mountain Gate Cemetery, Renick, WV.
2018, Rainelle, Greenbrier
Co., WV Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - December 6, 2018
Bonnie Mae Hunter, 63, of Asbury, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2018, at
her home following a long illness. Born February 5, 1955, in Ohio, she was the
daughter of Mildred Dixon Martin of Bellwood and the late Basil Martin.
Bonnie worked for B&B's Hilltop Mart and in the cafeteria at
Greenbrier Valley Medical Center. She was of the Pentecostal faith and loved
watching the Jimmy Swaggart Ministry Channel; she loved shopping, crafting, and
her animals.
In addition to her father, Bonnie is preceded in death her grandson
Nikki Lee Clutter.
Survivors, including her mother, and her loving husband of 27
years, Wyatt Hunter; 3 daughters Elisa Handlin (Robert) of Maryland, Stacy
Davis of Virginia, and Megan Martin (Joshua) of Renick; 6 sisters Nola Craig
(Hollis) of Alderson, Frankie Castle of Charmco, Mary Redden of Charleston,
Julia Lilly of Rupert, Hattie Redden of Beckley, and Patty Groves of Bellwood;
5 grandchildren Brandon Cahoon, Christopher Blankenship, Sabyn Clutter, Lillyahna Martin, and
Jozilyn Martin; and a host of extended family and friends.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 7, at Smathers Funeral
Chapel, with Pastor Brady Ellis officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018,
Renick, Greenbrier Co., WV, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Robert-Lee-Blankenship-106393805
Robert Lee Blankenship, February 5, 1928 - September 3, 2018, Renick, West Virginia
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 8, 2018 at
the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel, 252 Montvue Drive, Lewisburg, WV with Pastor
Roger Alder officiating. Burial will follow in the Workman Cemetery, Renick, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018,
Renick, Greenbrier Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.morganfh.net/obituary/robert-blankenship
Robert Lee Blankenship, 90, of Renick,
WV passed away Monday, September 3, 2018 at the White Sulphur Springs Center, [Greenbrier Co., WV]. Born February 5, 1928 he was
the son of the late Gabe and Retta Baldwin Blankenship.
In addition to his parents he was
preceded in death by a daughter, Charlotte North, eighteen
brothers and sisters and a daughter in law, Drucilla
Blankenship.
Survivors include his loving wife
of sixty four years, Rosalea Blankenship, sons, Charles Blankenship of Renick, WV, Jack Blankenship (Ann) of
Clintonville, WV, Bobby Blankenship (Carolyn) of Frankford, WV, Gerald Blankenship (Vicky) of
Frankford, WV, Gabe Blankenship (Angie) of Clintonville, WV, daughters, Sharon Clevenger
(Austin) of Renick, WV and Marie Blankenship (Lawrence Oney) of Frankford, WV, sister,
Susie Wright of Red
Line, PA, son in law, Wayne North of Staunton, VA and daughter in law, Linda Blankenship of Ronceverte,
WV, thirty grandchildren, fifty-three great grandchildren, thirteen great-great
grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM,
Saturday, September 8, 2018 at the Morgan Funeral Home Chapel, 252 Montvue
Drive, Lewisburg, WV with Pastor Roger Alder officiating. Burial will follow in
the Workman Cemetery, Renick, WV.
2018, Rupert, Greenbrier
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Pauline-Jean-Blankenship-106589515
Pauline Jean Blankenship, June 13, 1968 - November 12, 2018, Rupert, West Virginia
Wallace & Wallace Funeral home 283 Main St., Rainelle, WV,
25962.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Rupert, Greenbrier
Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - November 18, 2018
Harold G. McClung (Red) of Big Mountain Road, Rupert, WV, passed
away peacefully in his sleep following a short illness on Thursday, November
15, 2018 at his home. He was born September 22, 1930 at Rock Cliff Road in
Crawley, WV, the son of Winford McClung and Pearl Jones McClung.
Red had many successes in his life. He started logging with a team
of horses in the 1950s. He had a contracting business for 30 years, and he
worked for Leckie Smokeless Coal Company. Red loved to coon hunt and had the
best of dogs. He loved his 3 dogs that he is leaving behind. To help pass the
time, he enjoyed watching the deer and squirrels. He had a funny sense of humor
and loved telling his girls stories of what he had done in his life. He enjoyed
growing a big garden and giving most of it away. He enjoyed canning with his
girls. Red would do without to give to others.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Glen
Allen McClung; granddaughter Michelle Goins; grandson Jonathan Deitz; 2 sons in
laws: Dallas Elmore and Clyde Blenden; two sisters: infant Ruth, and Virginia
McCracken; and four brothers: Frank, Huse, Everette, and Leighton.
He is survived by Mary
Hellen Blankenship of Crawley,
WV; six daughters: Shelby Goins of Lewisburg, Debbie Elmore (Jessie Sams) of
Ronceverte, WV, Creta Meadows (James), Cathy Blenden, Crystal Deitz (David) of
Crawley, Melanie McClung of Princeton, WV; Stepson
Kirby Blankenship (Georgeann ) of
Crawley, WV; a sister: Marie McClung of Essex, MD; 15 grandchildren; 20
great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be Monday, November 19, 2018 at Wallace & Wallace
Chapel, Rainelle at 1:00 pm with Pastor Bennie Kenney officiating. Burial will
follow at the family farm at Big Mountain Road. Pallbearers will be Ronnie
McCracken, Eddie McCracken, Christopher Deitz, Adam Elmore, Jessie Sams, and
Will Garner.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Hancock
2018, Weirton, Hancock
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/Nancy-Blankenship-obituary?pid=190092245
Nancy Blankenship (Age 67), Apr 17, 1951 Steubenville,
Pennsylvania – Aug 28, 2018 Weirton, West Virginia.
Employer Eat N Park, SchoolWeir High School.
Parents; Ida Menendez Zaladziejewski of Weirton and the late Frank
Zaladziejwski
Siblings twin brother, Francis Zaladziejwski, Debbie Kosanovich and
her husband John of Weirton ; brother, Thomas
Zaladziejwski; Children Phillip
Beau Blankenship, Sarah Van Horn
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Phillip Beau
Blankenship – b.18Sep1949 – Weirton, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYZ4-4V5
Relatives -
Drucilla Curry blankenship, Edward Blankenship, Nancy J. Blankenship, Sarah D.
Blankenship.
Jackson
+2018, Evans, Jackson Co., WV, Obituary
The Jackson Herald, (Ripley, WV) - January 15, 2019
Cristena Jane (Easter) Pickens, 84, of Evans, WV, passed away
January 12, 2019, in the Ravenswood
Care Center [Jackson Co., WV] following an extended illness. She was
born March 23, 1934, in Ripley, WV, a daughter of the late Freeman Woodrow and
Ada Mae (Anderson) Easter.
She worked 20 years for the Ripley Sportswear sewing factory. She
was a member of the VF.W. Auxiliary # 5501 Ripley, WV and attended the Salt
Hill Church, Ripley She enjoyed quilting, sewing, line dancing and camping.
Her husband, Ronald Pickens; granddaughter, Bethany Flowers; brothers, Joe Easter and
Frank Easter; sisters, Barbara Staats and Shirley Barnette also preceded her in
death.
Survivors include her daughters,
Terry Y (Claude) Thornton of Leon, Cynthia J. (Larry) Fox of Ripley and Tammie J. (Greg) Blankenship of Sandyville; brother, Frederick Easter
of Fairplain; 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Service will be 1 pm, Wednesday, January 16, 2019, in the Casto
Funeral Home, Evans, WV, with Pastor David Fields officiating. Burial will
follow in the Jackson County Memory Gardens, Cottageville, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Kenna, Jackson Co., WV, Obituary
Jackson Star News (Ravenswood, WV) - September 7, 2018
Janet Evene "Eve" Burdette, 76, of Kenna went home to be
with the Lord on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 following a short illness. She was
born December 7, 1941 at Charleston a daughter of the late Vinton and Mabel
Foster Slater.
Eve will be remembered as a hard worker who enjoyed working around
her house and yard and going to Pleasant View Methodist Church where she
quilted and cooked with all her friends. She was an avid sewer who made clothes
as well as many items around the house. She was also a founder of the Burdette
General Store. Most of all she will be remembered as a loving person to all her
friends and family.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving
husband Harold Burdette; a sister, Isabelle Rust and brothers Elvin, Ray,
Darrel, and Edward Slater.
She is survived by sisters, Christine McConaha of Dunbar and
Roberta Kintz (Earl) of Rochester, NY; Stepdaughter Patty Monk (Charles) of
Ripley; step-grandchildren Cathy Kirk of Melbourne, FL and Scott Blankenship of Nitro; step greatgrandchildren Ramsie
Monk of Ripley and Wyatt Kirk of Florida. She is also survived by many nieces
and nephews.
Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, September 7th at
Waybright Funeral Home, Ripley with Pastor David Spencer officiating. Burial
will follow in the Burdette Cemetery, Romance.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Ravenswood, Jackson
Co., WV, Obituary
Jackson Star News (Ravenswood, WV) - February 23, 2018
Michael Wayne Blankenship, 73, of Ravenswood, WV, passed away on Thursday, February 15,
2018, at CAMC Memorial Division in Charleston,
[Kanawha Co.,]
WV, following a brief illness. He was
born in Charleston on November 26, 1944, to the late James Clayton Blankenship and Gladys Blankenship Carr.
He was also preceded in death by his stepfather, George Carr;
companion, Lula Belle Milhoan; brother,
Clayton "Wally"
Blankenship; and sisters, Drema Davis,
Janice Campbell, Lana
Campbell, and Linda Halstead.
He is survived by his daughters,
Drema Smith (Matt) and Darla Blankenship ; sister,
Brenda Crowder (David), and brother, Jimmy
Blankenship (Ginger);
grandchildren, Hayley Skeens and Nolan Smith; and the many friends who loved
him dearly.
Honoring his wishes, there will be no service. He was a Human Gift
Donor and will be preparing students and future physicians with an
understanding of human anatomy, which is one of the foundations of medicine.
His donation represents a true concern for the future health needs of the state
and beyond.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Ravenswood, Jackson
Co., WV, Obituary
The Jackson Herald, (Ripley, WV) - October 23, 2018
Patricia Sue Sutphin, 73, of Ravenswood, WV, passed away on October
21, 2018, at Camden-Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, [Wood Co.,] WV. She was born on December 7, 1944, in
Welch, WV, daughter of the late Robert Lee and Lula Stumbo Carter.
Patricia was a homemaker. She loved her children and grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,
Darius Sutphin; brother, Kenneth Carter; and grandson, Christopher Mathew
Sutphin.
She is survived by her son, Darius "Rusty" Sutphin
(Brenda), of Kenova, WV; daughter, Katrina Riffle of Ravenswood, WV; grandchildren, Jayson, Riffle, Jaycob
Riffle, Corey Riffle, Megan
Blankenship, Kelsey Hunt,
Kaylee Sutphin, Ashley Sutphin, and Mackenzie Sutphin; 4 great grandchildren, Julian Blankenship,
Alexandria Carey, Audrey Mitchell and Zander Mitchell; and a brother, Donald E.
Carter.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, at
1:00 pm at Roush Funeral Home in Ravenswood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Ripley, Jackson
Co., WV, Obituary
http://obituaries.register-herald.com/obituary/patricia-blankenship-1075859370
Patricia Ann Short Blankenship, 79, of Ripley,
WV, passed peacefully on July, Saturday July 20, 2019 at her home. Born February 20, 1940 in the Elk Lick area of Clear Fork, WV, the
daughter of Agnes Ford Short of Clear Fork and the late Leonard Short.
Patty graduated from Oceana High School,
the class of 1958. She was devoted to her family and always put others before
herself. She spent several years working as a dental assistant to Pete Short, a
job she loved. She left the dental field to be a full-time grandmother, a role
she also loved.
Patty was a kind and gentle soul. She
loved her family deeply including her aunts, uncles, and cousins. She enjoyed
her farm, cultivating her flower beds with daylilies and cannas and sharing
them with others.
In addition to her beloved father, she is
preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Bill Blankenship in April 2017; granddaughter
Christy
Lynn Blankenship; grandmothers Rebekah Bradbury Ford and Polly Shannon Short, who had a
loving influence on her life; a niece Kara Stewart Locke.
In addition to her mother, survivors
include her sisters Sandy Short (Paul) Childress of Lynchburg, VA and their daughters
Becky
Fritz
and Beth Anne Bort; Debra Short Partridge of Loganville, GA and her daughter Jamie
O'Dell; three children, Terry (Dina) Blankenship of Lugoff, SC, Keith (Melisa)
Blankenship of Lugoff, SC and Robin (Frank) Shrewsbury of Claytor Lake, VA; grandchildren
Christopher
(Danell) Blankenship, Benjamin Blankenship, Will Blankenship, Matthew Blankenship all of Lugoff,
SC, Dr. Morgan (Jordan) Black of Morristown, TN, Jason (Devon) Shrewsbury and
Gentry Shrewsbury all of Morgantown; great grandchildren Mackenzie, Bradley
and Mason
Blankenship, Emmett Chase Black arriving in December of 2019; brothers-in-law,
sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews of the Blankenship family; special friend
and caretaker Carol Russell; Mary Melhorne; and a host of other loving family
and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1pm, on
Wednesday, July 24, in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV,
with her brother-in-law David Blankenship officiating. She will be laid to
rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Jefferson
+2019, Harpers Ferry, Jefferson Co., WV, Obituary
David Morgan "Dabo" Blankenship, 83, of Harpers Ferry, passed away
Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019, at Dutch Haven Assisted Living. Mr. Blankenship was
born in 1936 in Clay, son of the
late Giles and Sobina
Blankenship.
He was a heavy equipment mechanic.
His wife, Marie Blankenship, preceded him in death in 2004. Along with
his parents and his wife, Dabo was preceded in death by brothers, Autis, Demps, Dencil, Ernest, James, Gerald, and Ralph
Blankenship and sisters, Gladys Hensley
and Opal Blankenship.
Surviving are his daughters,
Kathy Walker (John) of Scott Depot, and Ruth Royal, of Dunbar, and his son,
David Wayne Blankenship of Martinsburg; grandchildren, Susan Young of Scott Depot; Elizabeth Royal of
Charleston; Zachary Blankenship of Martinsburg; and Joshua Blankenship of Inwood; sister, Jean Church of Big Otter, and brother, Charles Blankenship of Florida.
All services will be private. Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.
Kanawha
+2018, Alum Creek, Kanawha
Co., WV, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Sarah-Jane-Blankenship-106449818
Sarah Jane Blankenship, August 30, 1932 - September 23, 2018, Alum Creek, West Virginia
Funeral services will be 12:00 noon Wednesday, September 26, 2018,
at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek
with Pastor Frank Chapman officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Memorial
Park Cemetery, Ona, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Alum Creek, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Sarah Jane Blankenship, 86, of Alum
Creek, WV, passed away on Sunday, September 23, 2018, with her family
surrounding her. She was born August 30, 1932, in Island Creek, WV, to the late
Foster and Thelma Midkiff.
Jane was a homemaker and member of
Hopewell Baptist Church in Alum Creek.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Delmar Blankenship; brother, John
Midkiff; and sisters, Ruth Justice, Dolly Allen, Cornie Barker, and Verda Jean
Midkiff.
She is survived by sons, Melvin (Monica)
Blankenship, and Fredrick "Kip" (Tammy) Blankenship, both of Alum
Creek, and Gregory Blankenship, Lillington, NC; daughters, Rita (Jackie) Hughes
of Alum Creek and Tammy McClaskey of Buffalo; brother, Ned Midkiff, and sister, Barb Linville,
both of Alum Creek, and half-brother, Homer Midkiff of Clendenin; grandchildren,
Jennifer (Scott) Robinson, Julie (Jimmy) Roberts, Tara (Davey) Hughes, Brandon
Hughes, Christopher (Ashtin) Blankenship, Clifton (Kristan) Blankenship, Kayla
McClaskey, and Sommer Blankenship; and six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be noon Wednesday,
September 26, at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek, with Pastor
Frank Chapman officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Memorial Park Cemetery,
Ona, WV.
+2019, Alum Creek,
Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - March 21, 2019
Georgia Lea Blankenship, 89, of Alum Creek, WV, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019,
at Hubbard Hospice West in South Charleston. She was born on January 23, 1930,
in Alum Creek, and was the last surviving child to the late James Q. and Mary
"Suda" McClure Blankenship.
Georgia retired from the McCrory Store in Savannah, GA. She was a
member of the Independent Missionary Baptist Church of Alum Creek for more than
20 years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Carl, James Kyle, Avis, Connor, Alfred "Bug", Jack, Henry, and sisters Faye
Waldron, Katherine "Daff" Miller and Christine Crawford.
Those left to cherish her memory include her nieces and nephews,
and two very special neighbors, Edgar and Janie Hannah. She also loved her
church family and enjoyed their fellowship and visits. Georgia will be greatly
missed by many.
Service will be 1 pm, Friday, March 22, at Curry Funeral Home in
Alum Creek, with Pastors Frank Chapman and Daniel Dent officiating. Burial will
follow in Graceland Memorial Park in South Charleston.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Blue Creek, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.wvnews.com/obituaries/vincent-mullins/article_d019e154-410a-11e8-a983-27a6998168da.html
Vincent "Chip" Roger Mullins, 71 [1947], of Blue Creek, passed away Saturday,
April 14, 2018 at Hubbard Hospice House, [Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV] with his family by his side. He was born
in Blakeley, to the late Lovell and Lena Mullins
Vincent was a very loving son, husband, father, grandfather and
great grandfather, and friend to all that knew him. He was retired as a coal
miner and enjoyed woodworking and being a craftsman. He was an outdoorsman and
like riding four wheelers, and he had a true passion for "being with God's
creation"
Vincent was also preceded in death by his former wife, Marcella
Mullins; brother, Charles Mullins; sisters, Betty Jane Hissom, Barbara
Huddleston, and Leona Lanham; grandson,
Shad Blankenship; and nephew, Shane Shuler.
Surviving is his loving wife, Susan Mullins; daughters, Mary
(Gary) Blankenship, Sherry
(Doug) Cummings, and Shannon (John) Lane; brother, Don (Phyllis) Mullins; grandchildren, April Blankenship, Brittany Lane, Tyler Jett, John Lane jr.,
and McKenzie Webb; step children, Willard, Louis, and Elizabeth Thompson; great grandchildren, Madison
Blankenship and Garrett Blankenship; and multiple nieces and nephews.
Service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Hafer Funeral
Home with Pastor Steve Arbogast officiating. Burial will follow at Cunningham
Memorial Park, St. Albans.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gary H.
Blankenship – b.24Jul1947 – Elkview, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYHL-9PQ
Relatives -
April S. Blankenship, Mary N. Blankenship, Shad Blankenship.
+2018, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - January 27, 2018
Mary Louise Woodruff Grandstaff, 93, of Charleston, passed away
peacefully at the Hubbard Hospice House, Tuesday, January 23, 2018.
Louise was preceded in death by her first husband, P. B.
"Woody" Woodruff; her parents, Charles and Virgie Halsey; brothers, Jack,
Junior, Pooch and Dorse Halsey; and sister,
Newatsa Blankenship.
Louise is survived by her caring and loving husband, William
Grandstaff, and her sons, Mark, Kent and Kim Woodruff; her grandchildren,
Michael, Taylor, Adam, Blake and Carly Woodruff; her step sons, Karl and Rick
Grandstaff; and her sister, Jill Patterson.
Her funeral service was held at Elizabeth Memorial Methodist
Church, 108 Oakwood Road, Charleston, at 3 p.m. on Friday, January 26.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Charleston, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Ida Sue Blankenship Poore Staker, 95, of Charleston, formerly of Williamson and Huntington, passed
away February 7, 2018, at CAMC Memorial Hospital in Charleston. She was born
October 24, 1922, in Williamson, to the late Ernest H.
and Mary Agnes (Martin)
Blankenship.
She graduated from Williamson High School and attended Marshall
College. As a young woman, Sue married Joe Poore of Williamson and lived in Los
Angeles, Calif., during the war years, while he served in the Army. She moved back
to Williamson after the war and had her first son, John Timothy "Tim"
Poore. After their divorce, she worked for a few years at the Williamson Daily
News as a Proofreader and then as a Society Writer/Editor. She met, fell in
love with and married Robert J. Staker, a young attorney, and added to their
family her second son, Donald Seth Staker. They lived and resided happily in
Williamson until 1979 at which time Sue and Bob moved to Huntington, where Bob
took an appointment to the federal bench as a District Judge. They lived in
Huntington for more than 30 years until Bob passed away in 2008. She then moved
to Edgewood Summit - Ridgemont retirement community in Charleston, where she
has lived since.
Sue was a homemaker, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great -
grandmother. She was a beautiful, gracious, sweet and intelligent lady with a
great sense of humor and quick wit. She was independent in her nature, strong
in her will and spirit and although very sociable, very comfortable keeping her
own company. "P-Maw," as named by her granddaughter Julie, treasured
and loved her family and enjoyed the laughter and love shared by them when they
were together. She was quietly compassionate, with great empathy for the
underdog and held her religious beliefs close without feeling the need to be
strictly dogmatic or pedantic toward her fellow man. She was a great guide and
parent. She was a loving soul and a formidable protector. Her children,
grandchildren, great - grandchildren and family were blessed to be 'hers.' What
a wonderful 95 years she was given and shared with others. She will be sorely
missed by family members and all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Agnes
"Aggie" Blankenship,
and father, Ernest H. Blankenship; a beloved brother, Ray
Blankenship; her loving son,
John Timothy "Tim" Poore; and her devoted husband, Robert J. Staker. Also preceding her in death were brothers-in-law Fred (Mildred),
Zane (Francis) and Norman (Lois) Staker and sisters-in-law Virginia (Staker)
(Dick) Chrisman and Patsy Staker.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Donald Seth and
Lynn Staker; daughter-in-law, Sandy Poore; special sister-in-law, Stella
Blankenship; brother-in-law,
Don Staker; cherished and beloved granddaughters, Julie Poore, and Amy Poore;
and great-granddaughters, Alexandra Poore and Madison Hatfield. She is also
survived by beloved nephews Doug,
Will and Noah Staker and Rick
Blankenship; and many
great-nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at noon Tuesday, February the 13th,
at St. Mark's United Methodist Church on Washington Street in Charleston,
W.Va., with Reverend Monty Brown and Reverend Janet Harman officiating. A
Graveside Service will follow in Huntington at Spring Hill Cemetery at
approximately 2 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Charleston, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - March 1, 2018
Jimmy Lee Blankenship, age 64, of Charleston, passed away Tuesday February 27, 2018, at
CAMC Memorial Hospital after an extended illness. Jimmy was born on July 9,
1953, son of the late Herman
Lee and Mary Abbott Blankenship.
He retired from the City of Charleston after 30 years.
He was also preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Cooper, and his brother, David
Blankenship.
Jimmy is survived by his daughter,
Kim Blankenship, and granddaughter, Keeleigh, both of
Charleston; his sisters, Charlotte Ann Brogan (Ronnie), Frances Linko and Gloria Wilkinson (Harley); brothers,
Johnny (Janet) and Wade Blankenship. He is also survived by his friend and former wife, Dottie
Blankenship.
The family will have a private memorial service at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI:
Blankenship, Herman Lee, 63-64, 09Feb1923 - ??Feb1987, Charleston, Kanawha, WV,
WV-234-28-8565
2018, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Carter Dean Medley, 17 [2001], of Charleston, passed away Wednesday,
March 28, 2018, at his residence.
Carter was a junior at Winfield High School.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Charles
Medley.
Surviving are his mother, Ellen R. Medley
(Neil Christian Troyer) of Winfield: father, Bruce K. Medley (Lisa) of
Charleston; brothers, Dalton Medley and Wyatt Kirk Medley; sisters, Heather
Blankenship, Madison Clark,
Kayla Clark and Josephine Marie Troyer; nephew,
Jordan Blankenship; maternal grandparents, Dennis and Donna
Kirk; paternal grandmother, Paula Medley. Also surviving are several aunts,
uncles, cousins and many friends.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March
31, at Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - May 28, 2019
Bobbie Dwayne Snyder, age 95, passed away peacefully In Charleston
WV, on May 24, 2019, while holding his wife’s hand as she sang to him. He was
born on December 18, 1923, in Tyler County to Charles Cecil Snyder and Ada
Elizabeth Owens Snyder.
Bob Snyder graduated from Pennsboro High School in 1942. That same
year he married Pauline Lurea Middleton in Harrisville, WV. Pauline passed away
in 1991. He later married Violet “Arlene” Taylor (McCullough) in Pearisburg,
VA. They shared 28 years together.
Bob served his country in World War II as a Technician Fifth Grade,
Company C, 716th Railway Operation Battalion, from December 1943 to April 1946.
He specialized as a Railroad Engineer and participated in campaigns in Northern
France, Rhineland and Central Europe. He achieved an Expert 03 Rifle
Marksmanship badge, a Good Conduct Medal, a European/African/Middle Eastern
Ribbon, an Occupation Ribbon and a World War II Victory Ribbon. In 2016, he was
recognized for his bravery and years of service with an Honor Flight to
Washington, D.C., where he visited and reflected on the nation’s memorials
created to honor the sacrifices of America’s veterans like him.
Bob was a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason for over 50 years. He was
also an active Shriner, where he volunteered in multiple fundraisers, parades
and benefits and was a member of the Beni Kedem Gold Band.
He lived life to the fullest. He loved fishing and hunting,
collecting fast vehicles, laughing and telling jokes and traveling. He never
stopped — he was always on the move. His loved ones will miss his adventurous
spirit and his zest for life.
Bob is preceded in death by his first wife, Pauline M. Snyder; and
by his son, Charles Thomas (Tom) Snyder.
Bob is survived by his wife, Arlene Taylor Snyder; his daughter,
Barbara Ware (the late John R. Ware); daughter-in-law Sally Snyder (the late
Tom Snyder); and granddaughter Lauren Snyder Phillips (Justin); as well as 5 step-children: Paula Garner (Terry), Eleanor Blankenship, Marilyn Hayhurst (Steve), Phelps Taylor
(Debbie), and Diane Beall (Roscoe); 12 step-grandchildren:
Jason Garner (Heidi), Johnny Garner (Kecia), Julie Garner Moser (Steve),
Stephanie Hayhurst Hall (Jason), Kara Blankenship Spillman (Johnny), Valerie Taylor Neill (Tim), Katherine Beall, Elizabeth
Beall Gregory (Adam), Kristen
Blankenship Hopson (Justin),
Jordan Taylor (Jessica), Susan Beall DiPetta (Michael), and Mitchell Beall; and
25 step-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will take place at 11 am, on Thursday, May 30,
2019, at Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, with Steve Walker of Kanawha City Church
of Christ officiating. Burial will follow at Elk Hills Memorial Park, 4705
Pennsylvania Ave, Charleston, WV 25302.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Chelyan, Kanawha
Co., WV, Death
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/carmen-blankenship-obituary?pid=189244208
Carmen Blankenship,
June 7, 1966 - June 6, 2018, Chelyan, West Virginia
She graduated in 1984 from Logan high School and later Garnett
Career Center.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Chelyan, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Carmen Rae Blankenship, age 51, of
Cheylan, WV, passed away suddenly, Wednesday, June 6, 2018, one day shy of her
52nd birthday. She was born June 7, 1966 in Logan, WV, the daughter of Rev.
John and Patricia Sprouse.
She graduated in 1984 from Logan high
School and later Garnett Career Center. She worked many years as a Phlebotomist
at CAMC General Division and later LabCorp.
She was preceeded in death by her father
John in 2012.
Surviving are
her daughter Hunter of East Bank, her mother, Patricia Sprouse-Hobbs of East Bank. Brothers John (Delinda) Sprouse of East Bank and Rev. Mike
(Melissa) Sprouse of Fairborn, OH. Nieces and Nephews,
JR (Katy), Natalie, Caitlin, Emily (Chris), Ethan and Olivia and a host of
relatives and friends.
Carmen will be greatly missed by all who
knew her.
+2018, Hernshaw, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.wvnews.com/obituaries/phyllis-ann-boyd/article_023a2b1a-43ec-11e8-972e-6ff8d22f1752.html
Phyllis Ann Boyd,
75 [1943], of
Hernshaw, passed away April 17, 2018 at the Hubbard Hospice House, in Charleston, [Kanawha
Co.,] WV surrounded by
family.
She was retired from the State of West Virginia with nearly 29
years of service. She was a former beautician with JCPenny and Pat's Beauty
Salon of Charleston, WV. She and her husband formerly owned R&P Family
Clothing in Marmet, WV.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Melvin
Randall Boyd, and parents King
and Grace Blankenship.
Surviving are: son, Michael Brian Boyd and his wife Saundra of
Hurricane, WV; daughter Melanie Rae Cobb and her husband Brad of
Fredericksburg, VA; daughter Janice Lyn Seacrist of Hernshaw, WV;
Grandchildren, Zachary Keith Seacrist and wife Kate, Tyler Alan Seacrist and
wife Morgan, Matthew Ryan Cobb, Abigail Grace Boyd, Samantha Faith Cobb, Lauren
Elizabeth Cobb; her committed partner John Stuart Shaw of Rochester, NY; sister Deborah
(Roger) Jeffrey of Zephyr Hills, FL; sister
Delores Blankenship of Ormond Beach, FL; and brother Gary (Diana) Blankenship of Clear Fork, WV.
A memorial service will be held at 1pm on Saturday, April 21, 2018
at the Lens Creek Nazarene Church in Hernshaw, WV. Rev. Paul Coon will be
presiding. Entombment of Ashes will follow at a later date at Cunningham
Memorial Park, St. Albans, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, London, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - September 13, 2018
Shirley Ann Burton Ramey, 69 [1949], of London,
peacefully entered the gates of Heaven surrounded by her family and friends on
Sunday, September 9, 2018.
She was retired from Saint Francis Hospital as a medical
transcriptionist, then continued to work part time for Dr. Zekan. Shirley
accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age and served God throughout the
Kanawha Valley and most recently at Hughes Creek Community Church. Her passion
was singing, children and youth ministry.
Those waiting to receive her in Heaven were her husband Rev. John
Ramey, father and mother Lawrence and Edna Burton, and sisters
June Crist, Sue Caldwell, and Linda Hamrick.
Left to cherish her memory are her sisters, Venonia (Nonie) Burton Blankenship and Stephanie Burton Tucker; the Ramey
bunch Ed, Frank, Lela, Sue, Mary, and John; as well as a host of nieces,
nephews relatives and friends.
A homegoing celebration will be held on Saturday, September 15, at
1 pm. Graveside service to follow at Montgomery Memorial Park. All services
will be held at the Hughes Creek Community Church. Leading the celebration will
be Rev. Gary Tucker. Cooke Funeral Home, Cedar Grove.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Kanawha Co., WV,
Marriage:
http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/va_view2.aspx?FilmNumber=521725&ImageNumber=643
Marvin Wayne
Blankenship, 24 - Venonia Lois Burton, 21 – 20Feb1965
+2018, London, Kanawha
Co., WV, Death
Venonia 'Nonie' Burton Blankenship, 75, of London, WV, passed away Thursday, October 11, 2018,
at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston,
[Kanawha Co., WV].
Cooke Funeral Home, Cedar Grove, is serving the Blankenship family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, London, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Venonia Lois Blankenship,
"Nonie," of London, WV, gained her wings October 11, 2018, at the
Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston, [Kanawha Co.,] WV, after a
short illness. Nonie was born August 12, 1943, to Lawrence and Edna Burton, who preceded her in death, as well as her sisters, June,
Sue, Linda, Nita Faye and Shirley.
Nonie attended the Hughes Creek Community
Church.
Left to cherish
her are her children, DeAnnia Spelock, Marty Blankenship (Lesley) and Brian
"Booba" Blankenship (Carrie). Grandchildren are Brian Blankenship, Bethany
Spelock, Nick Blankenship, Cody Blankenship and Megan Spelock; great -
granddaughter, Ava Marie Blankenship; and sister, Stephanie Tucker. Nonie also leaves
behind sisters-in-law that she cherished so, along with a host of nieces,
nephews and dear friends.
Services will begin at 1 pm on Monday,
October 15, at the Cooke Funeral Home Chapel, 600 Old Fort Street, Cedar Grove,
WV. Interment will be at the Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens, Glasgow, WV.
Kanawha Co., WV,
Marriage: http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/va_view2.aspx?FilmNumber=521725&ImageNumber=643
Marvin Wayne
Blankenship, 24 - Venonia Lois Burton, 21 - 03Apr1965
2018, Saint Albans, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - August 14, 2018
Hazel Mae Burdette, 84, of St. Albans, formerly of Dunbar, passed
away on August 12, 2018. She was born on July 31, 1934.
Hazel was self-employed through the Avon Company. She was a member
of Rose Valley Independent Church until it closed and then became a member of
Faith Freewill Baptist Church in St. Albans.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Bobby"
Burdette; father, Albert Quincy Jones, and mother, Zina B. King.
Hazel is survived by her son, Richard A. Moffatt and Toni of St.
Albans; daughters, Barbara A. Curry
and Waldo of Dunbar, and Robin
Blankenship and Bobby of St. Albans; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, and
one great-great granddaughter.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 15, at Keller
Funeral Home, Dunbar, with Reverend Tom Rowland officiating. Burial will follow
in Grandview Memorial Park, Dunbar.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, St. Albans, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Gary N. Blankenship, Sr., 77, of St. Albans passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at
Hubbard Hospice House, West, South
Charleston, [Kanawha Co., WV]. He was born in St. Albans to the late Leonard and Elsie
Blankenship.
He was a retired truck driver for Inland Products/Valley Proteins
with 28 years of service. He was also a former employee for Jarrett
Construction with 25 years of service and was also a member of the Teamsters
Union, Ohio.
He was also preceded by his sisters,
Niecil Stutler and Minnie
Mynes; brothers, Harvey and Leslie Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife
and best friend, Wanda
Blankenship; daughters, Tammy Phelix (Billy) of Scott Depot, Cherie Hizer of St.
Albans and Jerri Nelson (Dale) of Charleston; son; Gary N. Blankenship, Jr., (Melissa) of Hurricane; sister,
Christine Edswards of St. Albans; brothers, Ronald Blankenship of Grafton and Bobby Blankenship (Nellie) of St. Albans. Also surviving are
his grandchildren, Christopher, Steven and Sara Phelix, April Cavender, Melissa
Carper, Jackie Skeen, Donovan and Brennan Nelson; great grandchildren, Ellison,
Delilah, Allie, Cadence and Dylan.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, November 26, 2018
at Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans with the Pastor Gene Brooks officiating. Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, St. Albans, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - March 28, 2019
Roger W. Cummings, 86, of St. Albans, passed away Tuesday, March
26, 2019, at his residence with his family by his side. He was born at
Charleston to the late Boyd Oliver and Ethel Virginia Kinder Cummings.
Roger was retired from Dow Chemical and also Singer (TRW) Business
Machinery. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, having served during the Korean War. He
was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School.
He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Reba Hughes, Ruby
Hicks and Pat Levis; brother, Roland Cummings.
Surviving are his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret Ann Cummings;
daughter and son-in-law, Tana and Steve Lawrence of Culloden; grandchildren, Kaci Lawrence and Shae Blankenship.
Graveside service will be held at 11 am, Friday, March 29, at
Sunset Memorial Park, 4301 MacCorkle Ave., SW, South Charleston. Burial will
follow the service. Bartlett - Nichols Funeral Home, 409
Sixth Ave., St. Albans.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, South Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - January 8, 2018
Dottie Lou Black, 67, of South Charleston, formerly of
Barboursville, passed away on January 4, 2018, at St. Mary's Medical Center.
She was born on April 10, 1950, to the late Theodore Roosevelt Black Sr. and Mary Ellen Blankenship Black.
Dottie is survived by her loving daughter, Andrea Black Means and
son-in-law Robert.
Services will be conducted on Tuesday, January 9, at 11 a.m., at
Henson and Kitchen Mortuary Huntington.
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2018, Tornado, Kanawha
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - February 5, 2019
Virginia "Ginny" Yoder Spurlock, 90, passed into peaceful
sleep on February 1, 2019 after suffering from dementia and its complications
for several years. She was born May 30, 1928 in Charleston, the daughter of
Charles E. and Dora M. Yoder.
Ginny lived most of her life in Tornado. She was a graduate of St.
Albans High School Class of 1946, and was a lifelong member of Washington
Street Church of Christ. In 1946, she married the love of her life, Oscar Leo
Spurlock. She and Leo enjoyed 55 years together until his passing in 2001.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving
husband, Oscar Leo Spurlock; daughter, Pamela Spurlock Boggess; and grandson,
Alex Williams.
Ginny & Leo were blessed with four beautiful daughters, Jane
Carpenter-Hereford, of St. Albans, Beverly Hill (Richard), of St. Albans, Paula
Bowling of Strongsville, Oh., and Pamela Spurlock Boggess, deceased. She was
the loving grandmother, of Shelley Bowman, Ginny Bowman Nelson (Sam),
Christopher Bowman (Rachel), Taylor Bowling, Ginny Leigh Boggess, and Nathaniel
Adam Boggess; nine great grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren.
She is also survived by sisters,
Rosemary Spurlock (Keith), and Jane
Blankenship (Michael), both of Lakeland, Fla., sisters in law, Linda Horrocks (Hugh),
of Tenn., and Martha Pawloski (Lee), of Conn.
Celebration of Ginny's life will be held at 7 p.m., on Thursday,
February 7, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home with Minister Scott Pauley
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Witcher Creek, Kanawha Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - April 16, 2019
Billy Lee Nichols, Sr., 80 [1939], of Witcher Creek, passed away April 12,
2019 at Genesis Healthcare Valley Center, South
Charleston, [Kanawha Co., WV].
Billy was a retired auto mechanic for Tag Galyean Chevrolet, a
Veteran of the U.S. Army, former member of the Belle VFW, and loved his family,
music, and playing the guitar.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Sr. and Ocie Blankenship Nichols; sisters, Doris Seabolt, Micky Priddy, Mary Lou Keeney; brother,
George Nichols, Jr.; and grandchild, Tori Bego.
Surviving are his wife, Nancy Nichols of Pinch; sons, Billy
Nichols, Jr. (Careasa) of Cross Lanes, Jody Nichols of Weirton; daughter, Barby
Nichols of Colerain, Ohio; brothers, Holly Nichols of Witcher, Robert Nichols
of Amma; grandchildren, Noah, Isis and Jasmine Nichols; and great
grandchildren, Kohen and Weylyn Nichols.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am, on Wednesday, April 17,
at Fidler and Frame Funeral Home, in Belle with Pastor Randy Wilson
officiating. Interment will follow at 1 pm, in Donald C. Kinard Memorial State
Veterans Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census,
Cabin Creek, Kanawha Co., WV,
Nichols, George
E. 25, M, WV, Head,
Nichols, Ocie 18, F, WV, Wife,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XM4T-JJG
Lincoln
2018, Branchland, Lincoln
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 27, 2018
Lois Evon Ross, 78, of Branchland, WV, went home to be with the
Lord on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at St. Mary's Medical Center. She was born
March 18, 1940, in Lincoln County, a daughter of the late Robertis and Thelma
Davis Merritt.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two
sisters, Delcie Epperly and Nola Stewart, and one granddaughter, Amy Mays.
She is survived by her husband, Hersel Garron Ross; three
daughters, Sheila Mays (Ira), Sherry Parsons (Terry) and Thelma Ross (Alan);
two sons, Leo Alberts (Rebecca) and Gregory Perry (Teresa); two sisters, Joyce
Adkins and Oranga Jean Casto; four brothers, Woodrow Merritt (Joyce), Wallace
Merritt (Isabel), Charles Blankenship(Donna)
and Ronnie Blankenship (Natasha); 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren;
and one great- great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m., Wednesday, March 28,
2018, at Peaceful Valley Church, Branchland, by Rev. Mark Terry and Rev. Donnie
Davis. Burial will be in Green Valley Cemetery, Branchland.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Ranger, Lincoln
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - October 8, 2019
Patsy Blankenship
went home to be with the Lord, on Saturday, October 5, 2019, surrounded by
loved ones. She was born May 12, 1943, to Burl and Margaret Stapleton.
She married the love of her life and went on to raise two beautiful
children, Kenny and Martha. Pat enjoyed crafts, reading her Bible,
singing, dancing, spending time with her family, and a good cup of coffee. They
say dynamite comes in small packages, and she was a prime example. She had a
fire inside of her that could light the darkest room.
She was preceded in death by her father Burl Stapleton, mother
Margaret Stapleton, husband Jesse James Blankenship
Jr., great-grandsons Julian
and Paul Tücking, brothers Bill, Ellis and Burl
Stapleton, and sisters Pauline, Coleen, Thelma, Edna, Dolly and Velma.
She is survived by son Kenny Blankenship; daughter
Martha Bell; grandchildren, Alexa (Giuseppe)
Fonte, Jessie (Kai) Tücking, Jessica (Joe) Maynard, Natalie (Chad) Evans and
Brandon Bell; great-grandchildren Vivien Fonte, Giuliano Fonte, Oliver Tücking,
Kaylen Maynard and Farrah Maynard; son-in-law Donald Bell; daughter-in-law
Susanne Helfer; sisters Jackie Mills, Shirley Bocook, Faye Higgins and a host
of family and friends that she loved dearly.
Funeral services will be 11 am, Friday, October 11, 2019, at East
Fork Freewill Baptist Church, Ranger, WV, with special nephew Ray Vance, Mike
Abshire and Frankie Frye officiating. The burial will follow at Frye Cemetery,
Ranger. McGhee-Handley Funeral Home, Hamlin, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Logan
2018, Beech Creek, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - May 27, 2018
Clara Belle Cisco, age 61, of Beech Creek, WV, passed away Friday,
May 25, 2018, at the Pikeville
Medical Center, [Pike Co., KY]. Born September 9, 1956, at Williamson,
WV, she was the daughter of the late Kenny Ray and Bookie Prater Slone.
She was a homemaker and a member of the Devon Church of Christ.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a
brother, Teddy Slone.
Survivors include her husband, Fred Cisco of Beech Creek, W.Va.; two daughters, Crystal (Bobby) Blankenship and Kathy (Joey)
Cisco, both of Beech Creek, W.Va.; three brothers, Larry (Nancy) Slone of Beech
Creek, W.Va., David (Debbie) Slone of Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Kenny Slone of
Charleston, W.Va; two sisters, Debbie (James) Cisco of Tennessee and Marie
Slone of Beech Creek, W.Va.; two grandchildren,
Dakota Wayne Blankenship and Taylor Paige
Cisco; a special niece, Tina Hatfield of Beech Creek, W.Va.; and a host of
other nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at 1 p.m.
at the Devon Church of Christ with ministers of the Devon Church of Christ
officiating. Burial will follow in the Looney Curve Cemetery at Devon, WV, with
family and friends serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Big Creek, Logan Co., WV Obituary
https://www.freemanfuneralhomeinc.com/notices/Linda-FarmerThomas
Linda Gay Farmer Thomas, 62, of Limestone, Big Creek, WV, departed
this life on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Pigeon Roost. She was born August 5,
1956 in Hamlin, WV, the daughter of the late Clifford and Betty Farmer.
Linda was the owner and operator of Precious Moments Floral.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death her first
husband and father of her children, Freddy Sheppard, one brother, Neil Farmer,
sister-in-law, Wilma Farmer and her father and mother-in-law, Elijah and Violet
Sheppard.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Dannie
Thomas; two sons, Jason (Genny) Sheppard and Jamie (JeanAnn) Sheppard; one
step-daughter, Tammy Irizarry; one step-son, Dannie Thomas Jr; one sister,
Janie (Gary) Hurst; two brothers, Richard (Helen) Farmer, and Steve Farmer;
five granddaughters, Mika Sheppard, Kayla Sheppard (Raymond Robinson), Kendra
Sheppard (Carl Blankenship), Haley and Emily Adkins; one grandson who
was the light of her life, Jason Sheppard II; five step grandchildren, Cassie
Hernandez, Sabby Irizarr, Jessica (Tyler) Kitchen, Nico and Kerstin Thomas;
three great-grandchildren, Grayson
and Remmington Robinson and Lexus
Blankenship; and three step
great-grandchildren, Alayah, Xavier and Vivian Crite.
Services will be held at 12:00 pm, Friday, March 8, 2019 at Freeman
Funeral Home with Manasses Hensley Jr officiating. Burial will follow at Farmer
Cemetery, Harts, WV. Pallbearers will be family and
friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Bruno, Logan
Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - October 24, 2018
Alice Angeline Williamson, 80, of Bruno, WV, went home to be with
her Lord, Sunday, October 21, 2018, from the Dignity Hospice House of Chapmanville [Logan
Co., WV]. Born July 5,
1938, at Christian, WV, she was the daughter of the late Alice Brooke Grimmett Plymale.
Alice was a retired school cook and was well-known for her
wonderful cooking. She attended the Bruno Church of God faithfully for many
years.
In addition to her mother she was also preceded in death by her
loving husband of 60 years, Ransom Yank Williamson; her son Ronald Williamson;
brothers John, Bill and Jay Plymale; sister Ruby Plymale.
Those left to love and cherish her memory include her sons Douglas
(Dreama) Williamson, Timmy Joe (Tina) Williamson and Billy Williamson; grandchildren Ann (Dennis)Blankenship, D. K. (Summer) Williamson, Jimmy (Brandi)
Williamson, Brooke (Bucky) Thomas, Michael (Kristen) Scites, Stephanie (Dennis)
Toler, T. J. (Kayla) Williamson, Katie Williamson, Billy Williamson II, and
Raelynn Williamson; great-grandchildren Kelsie, Caleb, Preston, Hayden, Chaz,
Hunter, Calisa, Kylie, Bentley, Cymiah, Bryson, Celijah, Reese and Whitlee. She
also leaves behind several nieces and nephews and a host of other dear
relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be on Thursday, October 25, 2018, at 11 a.m.,
at the Bruno Church of God, with the Rev. Roger Frye and Rev. Mike VanNatter
officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memory Gardens at Pecks Mill, WV.
Alice will be carried to her final resting place by her grandsons.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Gilman Bottom, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Charles-Clyde-Chuck-Blankenship-105769700
Charles Clyde "Chuck" Blankenship, 46, of Gilman Bottom, WV, died Wednesday,
January 24, 2018, at Pikeville Medical Center at Pikeville, KY, of
complications of Huntington's Disease. He was born on
November 20, 1972, at Man, the son of the late Benny F. Blankenship and Dorothy Bailey
Blankenship.
Those left to cherish his memory are two daughters, Brooke Runyon of Logan and Seriana Blankenship of Ritman, OH; one grandson, Elijah
Runyon; two brothers, Benny Blankenship of Jacksonville, FL and Michael Blankenship of Verner; one sister, Cynthia and
Emmitt Blankenship of Lenore;
and nieces and nephews.
In honor of his wishes, his remains will be cremated and services
will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Logan, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/VIRGINIA-BLANKENSHIP-obituary?pid=188707521
Virginia Lee Blankenship, 87, of Logan, passed away Monday, April 9, 2018, at Dignity
Hospice in Chapmanville [Logan
Co., WV]. Born January 11,
1931, in Madison, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Estolla Wills VandeLinde.
Virginia was a member of the Nighbert Memorial United Methodist
Church since 1963, where she also ran the kitchen for the church and was the
treasurer for her Sunday School class. She loved the
Lord with all of her heart and set an example of how to live a Christian life
for her family. She was loved by her neighbors and friends on Stratton Street.
Virginia was also preceded in death by her husband, Harry
Blankenship, one brother,
James VandeLinde, and a sister, Alice Roberts.
Those left to cherish her memory include a son, Doug (Debbie)
Blankenship of Logan; a daughter, Pam Mooney of Logan; three sisters, Lilly Miller of Madison, Wanda
Roberts of Orlando, FL, and Ruth Ann Mynhier of Mauldin, SC; grandchildren, Todd Mooney, Amber
Thompson, Ashley Couch and Justin
Blankenship; and 12
great-grandchildren, with one on the way.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018, at
Honaker Funeral Home, Logan, with Rev. Mike Smith officiating. Burial will
follow at Memory Gardens in Madison, WV. Pallbearers
will be Justin Blankenship, Richie
Thompson, Jaxon Thompson, Todd Mooney and Price Couch.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Man, Logan Co., WV,
Obituary
The Logan Banner
Brian Keith Blankenship, 54, of Man, WV, son of
Shirley Ann Blankenship of Amherstdale, WV, died Oct. 6 at home.
He was a barber.
Funeral service 1 pm, Oct 12, 2019, Krantz-McNeely Funeral Home,
Man, burial in Highland Memory Gardens, Godby, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Monaville, Logan
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.freemanfuneralhomeinc.com/notices/Noah-Blankenship
Noah Lee Blankenship, 59, of
Monaville, WV, departed this life on Friday, February 15, 2019 at Logan
Regional Medical Center. He was born May 14, 1959 in Cow Creek, WV, a son of
the late Wilson and Rokie (Maynard) Blankenship.
Noah never met a stranger and loved his
family and friends dearly. He enjoyed listening to music and spending time with
family.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by three brothers, Bill (Shelia) Maynard, Rocky (Teresa)
Blankenship and Eddie Perry, one sister, Janet Blankenship, first wife,
Diane Damron, his wife of 18 years, Ada Etters Blankenship, one niece,
Bridgit
Blankenship and one nephew, Joshua Hensley,
Those left to cherish his memory include
one sister, Donna (Bryant) Sifers of Mount Hope, WV; one brother, Matthew
Blankenship of Logan, WV; one very special niece, Donna Perry who he loved dearly; eight
nieces; and nine nephews.
Noah will be cremated at his request.
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Freeman
Funeral Home, Chapmanville, WV.
+2018, Whitman, Logan Co., WV, Obituary
Sylvia June (Blair)
Morgan, 70, of Whitman, WV, departed this life on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018 at CAMC
Memorial Hospital, Charleston, [Kanawha
Co.,] WV. She was born
Nov. 12, 1947 in Coal Mountain, WV, the daughter of the late Bernie C. Blankenship and Elvira Viola Hatfield.
Sylvia enjoyed singing, arts & crafts, sewing, guitar, and
spending time with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her many friends
at the P.RI.D.E. Senior Services.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, George Washington
Hatfield, Annie Ellen Toler, Allen
Blankenship, and Dollie
Goodman, her husband, Willard Lun Blair; one son, Willard; three sisters, Nyrmal, Bernie Mae and Beatrice; special daughter-in-law, Phyllis Blair;
great-granddaughter, Aaliyah Ferguson, one grandson, Arnold Leroy Roberts and
her father and mother-in-law, Ross Blair and Vernie Marie Hatfield.
Those left to cherish her memory include two daughters, Melissa
Ellen (James) Rogers and Wilma Lee Blair; two sons, Ted Bernie Ross (Judith)
Blair and Joseph Devonn Daugherty; three sisters,
Magdelene (James) Cline, Joyce (Ted) Blair and Dale (Darrel) Cline; four brothers, Matthew
(Aretta) Blankenship, Howard (Susan) Blankenship, Terry Allen Blankenship and Eddie
Blankenship; twelve
grandchildren, Christopher (Nora) Rogers, Ashley (Bobby) Jackson, Tasia (Fred)
Roberts, Timothy Maynard, Aimee (Patrick) Hensley, Willard “Boo” Rogers, Derick
(Kelsey) Cline, Emily (Jake) Conley, Racheal Daugherty, Chasity Hall, Meredith
Sincell, and Daniel Adams; thirteen great-grandchildren, Hunter Jackson,
Presley Jackson, Alaura Ferguson, Debra Gayle Conley, Jayden Ferguson, Tyler
Hall, Trenton Hall, Dixie “Porky” Hall, Zakkary Kirk, Brantley Cline, Robert
Rogers, and Olivia “Munchkin” Jackson; her special children, Ronnie and Janie
Kirk, youngest granddaughter, JuneMarie “Camari” Daugherty, Arnold, J.T. and
Adrian Walls, and Raymond, Giggie, and Bub Epperhart.
Services will be held at noon Friday, Feb. 9, 2018 at Freeman
Funeral Home with Pastor Scottie Watkins officiating. Burial will follow at
Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be Ted Bernie Blair, Fred
Roberts, Raymond Epperhart, Bub Epperhart, Derick Cline, Joseph Daugherty and
Jacob Conley. Honorary pallbearers will be James Rogers, Bobby Jackson, and
Hunter Jackson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Marion
+2019, Boothsville, Marion Co., WV, Obituary
Connie Lou Hobbs, 65, of Boothsville, passed away on Thursday,
March 14, 2019, following a brief illness. She was born in Weston on June 11,
1953, a daughter of the late Clellie Cleo and Edna Mae Simmons Butcher.
Connie was a 1971 graduate of South Harrison High School and worked
for Fabric and Foam, and later as a hostess at Hampton Inn. Mostly, Connie was
a devoted wife and mother, always putting others’ needs before her own. She was
not only an amazing mother to her own children, but was considered a mother to many others as well. She enjoyed going to the beach and
having her entire family all together, and she loved spending time with her
grandchildren, regardless of what they were doing.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Donald Lee and
Larry Kent Butcher; and three brothers-in-law,
Kenneth Blankenship, Albert Thurl Romine and Ray Summerfield.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Phillip Hobbs;
one son, Jason Linn Hobbs and his girlfriend Sarah Graham of Boothsville; one
daughter, Kelci Mae Murphy and her husband Teddy of Martinsburg; five
grandchildren, Hannah and Claire Hobbs, and Kegan, Kolsen and Kettering Murphy;
one brother, Clifford “Linn” Butcher and his wife Barbara of Mt. Clare; three
sisters, Carolyn Butcher Romine of Mt. Clare, Patricia Butcher Blankenship of
Meadowbrook, Mary Butcher Summerfield of Milton; and several nieces, nephews.
Connie will also be missed by her two dogs, “Evie Grace” and “Annie Pearl”; as
well as her two cats.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at 11 am,
at the Amos Carvelli Funeral Home, 201 Edison Street, Nutter Fort, with
Reverend Jeff Anderson officiating. Interment will be in the Bridgeport
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Harrison Co.,
WV, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FR66-ZR2
Kenneth Lee
Blankenship, 1944 - Patricia Sue Butcher, 1947 – m.21Mar1964
S/o Howard Lee
Blankenship & Eula Rose Short – D/o Cellie Cleo Butcher & Edna Mae
Simmons
2018, Fairmont, Marion
Co., WV, Obituary
Times West Virginian (Fairmont, WV) - February 16, 2018
Kenneth Ray VanGilder, 83, of Morgan Ridge Community, passed away
Feb. 14, 2018 at his home. He was born on Dec. 7, 1934 in Fairmont, the son of
the late Jacob "Cub" VanGilder and Reeva Verelene (Brown) VanGilder.
He retired from the Carpenter's Local #428 after over 30 years of
service. He served as business agent and president of the local. Mr. VanGilder
was most happy on his farm. He also enjoyed coon and deer hunting, target
shooting, raising cattle, gardening, spending his summers in the hay fields and
working puzzles at the kitchen table.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two
sisters, Rozanna "Rose" Whiseman and Betty Lou Reaser; two brothers,
Lawrence "Punk" Van Gilder and Paul Earl VanGilder; and two
brothers-in-law, James Moore and Leroy Reaser.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Lucille (Moran) VanGilder;
a son, Karl E. VanGilder and his wife Vanessa and a daughter, Joyce Ann VanGilder,
all of Charleston. Kenneth is survived by his children from a previous marriage, Donald Ray VanGilder, David M.
VanGilder and Connie Blankenship. Also surviving are his brothers and their spouses, Harold
and Adeline VanGilder of Maryland, Donald "Gene" and Pam VanGilder of
Fairmont and Ronald VanGilder of Fairmont; two sisters, Mary and Ralph Newman
of Fairmont and Patty Thompson of Maryland; a brother-in-law, Ewell Whiseman.
The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018,
at the Carpenter & Ford Funeral Home, 209 Merchant St., Fairmont, with
Pastor Ruth Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Fairmont, Marion Co., WV Obituary
Walter McKinley Garrison IV, “Jason,” 36, of Fairmont, entered into
eternal life with the Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. He was born
on February 16, 1983, in Fairmont, the son of Walter “Pete” McKinley and Susie Blankenship Garrison III.
Jason was a graduate and athlete of Fairmont Senior High School.
Jason loved working with his hands and worked hard to master every skill of his
trade; his work ethic was undeniable. Even when the workday was done, he would
return home eager to start a new project.
Jason loved spending quality time with his children. He would have “guy
time” with his son, McKinley, by playing Nintendo and wouldn’t miss any of his
baseball or basketball games. Jason shared his love for animals with his
daughter, Mila. They made up different animal games to play together; their
favorite was “rhinos.”
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Walter
McKinley Garrison II and Loris Garrison.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Sarah
(Lord) Garrison, and his children, Walter McKinley Garrison V and Mila Kathryn
Garrison. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Ron
and JoAnn Blankenship, as well as his large extended family of
aunts, uncles and cousins.
The Catholic Funeral Liturgy will be at 11 am, Tuesday, July 16,
2019, at the St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 407 Jackson Street,
Fairmont, with Fr. Joseph Konikattil as celebrant.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mason
2019, Point Pleasant, Mason Co., WV, Obituary
Point Pleasant Register (WV) - May 3, 2019
Melba Jean Smith, 70, of Point Pleasant, passed away at her home on
May 2, 2019. She was born on Dec. 17, 1948, in Henderson, a daughter to the
late Owen and Wilma Duncan Bonecutter.
She was a homemaker.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Wilma; Barbra
Rainey, Drema Bowman, Stevie Bonecutter, William Bonecutter, and Shirley Ann
Bonecutter.
She is survived by sons, Paul Matthew Plantz of Gallipolis Ferry,
Dewayne Matthew Smith of Point Pleasant, and Rocky Lee (Peggy) Smith of
Gallipolis Ferry; daughters, Cindy
Lynn Alley of Tennessee, Tina Ann Hill of Point Pleasant, and Dora Jean Blankenship of Point Pleasant; siblings, Brody (Judy)
Bonecutter, Lester (Faye) Bonecutter, Brenda Holley, and Johnny (Denise)
Bonecutter.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the
Henderson Cemetery, Henderson with Roger Bonecutter officiating. Deal Funeral
Home in Point Pleasant.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Point Pleasant, Mason Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - May 14, 2019
Ollie Delores Campbell Graham, 87, went to be with her Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ on May 13, 2019, at Point Pleasant Nursing Home. She was
born on April 1, 1932, in Cabell, County, WV, a daughter to the late Wyatt and
Virgie Campbell.
She was married to her husband for 64 years, the late Eugene
Graham. She worked at Maidenform for 42 years.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death
by a daughter Shirley Talbert, daughter-in-law Karen Graham and son-in-law Mike
Taft; one sister, Faye Wilmer, two brothers Leroy and Pearlie Campbell.
Survivors include one son, Frankie Graham of FL; daughter Mary Taft
of Huntington, WV; grandchildren and their spouses, Terry Talbert, Gina McCoy,
Bobbi Talbert, Tonya (Travis) Berry; great-grandchildren
Brandie Blankenship, Brandon Blankenship, Robert Talbert, Ryan Berry, Ashton Berry
and Ashley Talbert; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Eulah Perdue and
several nieces and nephews.
She was a lifelong member of Mount Union Methodist Church.
Funeral services will be held at White Chapel Memorial Gardens,
Barboursville, in the mausoleum, on Wednesday, May 15, at 11 am. Reger Funeral Home.
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McDowell
+2019, Bartley, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.fanningfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Miles-Standish-Blankenship--Sr?obId=6500474
Miles Standish
Blankenship Sr., 63, of Bartley, WV, passed away Sunday,
August 18, 2019, at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, [Sullivan Co.,] TN. Miles was born January 26, 1956 in Welch, WV, a son of the late Wayne and Mary
Blankenship.
In addition to
his parents Miles was preceded in death by two grandsons, Kane Payton Blankenship and Mason Carter Blankenship; one brother, D. L. Blankenship and a brother-in-law, Crockett
Pruitt.
Those left to
treasure his memory are his wife of 39 ½ years, Deborah Blankenship of the home, two daughters,
Tabatha Blankenship and Mary (Jason) Coleman all of Bartley; two sons
Miles Blankenship Jr. and Clint Blankenship both of Bartley; three grandsons,
Miles III (BooBoo) Wyatt (Hairo) and Kolt (Bubba) Blankenship; two granddaughters, Lillian (Bill)
Blankenship and Khaleese (Tink) Coleman; one brother, Wayne (Carol) Blankenship of Coshocton, OH; sister-in-law, Julie
Blankenship of Millington, MD; three sisters,
Shirley Elliott, Doris Pruitt and Eva (John) Kennedy all of Bartley and a host
of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Miles was a man
who loved his family and enjoyed spending every moment he could with his
grandchildren. He will be greatly missed
by all who knew him.
Funeral
services will be conducted Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 1 o’clock with Reverend
Roger Hale Jr. officiating at the Jesus Church of Bartley in Bartley, WV. Burial will follow in the Lester Cemetery on
Bartley Mountain near Bartley, WV.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Fanning
Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV.
2019, Big Sandy, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - June 15, 2019
Carol Sue Franklin, 76, of Big Sandy, West Virginia passed away
surrounded by family on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at the residence of her sister
in Beckley, [Raleigh
Co.,] West Virginia. She
was born on February 15, 1943 in Freeburn, Kentucky to the late Alfred and
Margaret York Rose.
Carol had been a resident of Big Sandy, West Virginia for the past
60 years.
In addition to her parents Carol was preceded in death by her son,
Richard Corey Franklin; one brother, Leonard Rose.
Carol is survived by her husband, Richard Franklin of the home;
brothers, Clifford Rose and wife Betty of Wales, Michigan; James Rose and wife
Wanda of Powhatan, West Virginia; Darrell Rose of Canton, Michigan; Allen Rose
of Hazel Park, Michigan; Sisters,
Norman Wolford of Romulus, Michigan; Lorretta Gross of Majestic, Kentucky; Lois
Prater of Canton, Michigan; Ruth
Blankenship of Romulus,
Michigan; Wanda Rice and husband Bill of Marysville, Tennessee; Mary Riffe and
husband Britton of Beckley, West Virginia and Hope Gilliland and husband Frank
of Stopover, Kentucky. Two grandchildren Richard Gabriel
Franklin of Idaho and Hunter Franklin of Big Sandy, West Virginia.
Funeral service will be held on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at 2:00 pm,
at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluefield (Bluewell), West Virginia with Rev.
Kenneth Rice and Rev. James Rose officiating the
service. Entombment will follow at Woodlawn Mausoleum in Bluewell, West
Virginia where friends and family will be serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Coalwood, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 18, 2018
Adam Stuart Martin, 37, of Coalwood, West Virginia passed away
Friday, April 13, 2018 at Welch Community Hospital in Welch, [McDowell Co.,] West Virginia. Adam was born on February
28, 1981 in Bluefield, West Virginia to Roger and June Blankenship Martin.
Adam loved playing the guitar and being with family and friends. He
was very much loved and will be greatly missed.
Adam is survived by his parents Roger and June Martin of Coalwood,
West Virginia; brothers Patrick Martin of Coalwood, West Virginia and Matthew
Martin and wife Leanne of Coalwood, West Virginia. Nephews
Bret Martin, Payton Martin, Jaxson Martin and Alston Gilbert. He is also
survived by one niece Kaylee Muncy.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 3:00
p.m. at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Milam officiating
the service. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluefield, West
Virginia where friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Coalwood, McDowell
Co., WV, Memorial Road
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 5, 2019
One section of a McDowell County roadway will have a new name Saturday
when a sign honoring a resident who served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps
is unveiled to the public. A sign informing motorists that they are driving on
the U.S Marine Corps Lt. Col.
Dennis Ray Blankenship
Memorial Road will be unveiled 11 am, Saturday along Route 16 at the Maroon
Wave Stadium at the junction of Route 52 and Route 16 which goes toward
Coalwood and War, said Jack Bailey, a McDowell County veteran who knew
Blankenship .
Blankenship, who passed away in 2013, was born Jan. 28, 9138, in Bartley. He graduated from Big
Creek High School in 1956 and later joined the U.S. Marine Corps on Sept. 4,
1957. He was honorably released in September 1960 as a corporal, but rejoined
the Corps on Aug. 29, 1961 and honorably retired on Aug.1, 1988, as a
lieutenant colonel.
While serving in the Marines, Blankenship was highly decorated with
recognitions including the Silver Star Medal, Bronze Star Medals with Combat V,
the Purple Heart Medal, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal with one Gold
Star, and numerous other medals.
Blankenship, who was then SSgt. Blankenship, became a recipient of
the Silver Star for demonstrating "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
of action while serving with First Force Reconnaissance Company in the Republic
of Vietnam on May 20, 1966."
"During the inserting of SSgt. Blankenship 's reconnaissance
platoon deep into enemy Viet Cong territory, they were immediately attacked as
they debarked from the helicopter by an estimated 10 to 20 Viet Cong, throwing
hand grenades and firing automatic weapons. Although painfully wounded by the
first hand grenade explosion, SSgt. Blankenship reacted instantly, courageously
exposing himself to ensure that all his men were accounted for and tactically
deployed. Exhibiting daring and selfless disregard for his own safety, SSgt.
Blankenship marked the enemy positions with white phosphorous grenades and then
directed an air strike by supporting aircraft," according to the Silver
Star Citation.
"Displaying heroic professional skill and heroic actions,
SSgt. Blankenship tightened his defensive perimeter, called for transport
helicopters and marked his position," according to the citation.
"Still defending the landing zone, SSgt. Blankenship supervised the
loading of his entire platoon on the helicopters, himself being the last to
load, and only after his platoon had safely departed the landing zone did he
allow his wounds to be treated."
"By his daring actions and loyal devotion to duty in the face
of personal risk, SSgt. Blankenship upheld the finest traditions of the United
States Naval Services," the citation stated.
The section was road to be named in Blankenship's honor was
outlined in Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 24. Bailey, who lived near
Blankenship in Coalwood, said three years of work went into getting the
resolution for the memorial road passed. Delegate Ed Evans, D-McDowell, and
Senator Chandler Swope, R-Mercer, helped get the resolution passed in the
Legislature, he said.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Gary, McDowell
Co., WV, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Annetta-Gay-Blankenship-106602388
Annetta Gay Blankenship, October 25, 1954 - November 21, 2018, Gary, West Virginia
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Gary, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.fanningfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Annetta-Gay-Blankenship?obId=3764788#/obituaryInfo
Annetta Gay Blankenship, 64, of Gary WV,
passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2018, at Welch Community Hospital in Welch
WV. Born October 25, 1954 in Welch WV, she was the daughter of the late Fred
and Mae Finley Lester.
She was a resident of McDowell County all
her life, she had great faith in the Lord. At the time
of her death, she had been retired from Welch Community Hospital; since 2016.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by, five brothers, Ronnie and Donnie Finley, Jimmy, Roger,
and Bert Lester, three sisters, Jean Finley, Frances Finley and Linda Rahmlow;
one son Walter “Booger” Blankenship.
Survivors include,
her husband Walter “Pete” Blankenship, two daughters, Miranda
Blankenship and Kristin Jarrells (Aaron), two sisters. Margaret Lester, and
Christine Craft, one brother, David Lester, one granddaughter, Kayleigh Hart
aka “Doodlebug”.
Funeral Services will be conducted
Friday, November 23, 2018 at 12 Noon from the Fanning Funeral Home in Welch WV;
with Pastor Ron Felts officiating. Burial will follow at Iaeger Memorial
Cemetery in Roderfield WV. Greg Finley,
Little Greg Finley, Matthew Finley, Joshua Finley, Cooter Finley, and Tyler
Mitchem will serve as pallbearers.
+2018, Iaeger, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 12, 2018
Lucille Coleman, age 87 of Iaeger, WV, went to her Heavenly Home
rejoining her loving husband Troy Coleman, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at Welch Community Hospital. She was born
June 7, 1930 in Horse Creek, WV a daughter of the late Oscar and Elizabeth
Muncy McCoy Sr.
Lucille was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother,
sister, neighbor and friend. She spent her lifetime taking care of her family,
loved her flower garden and going to the old homeplace in Horse Creek. She was
the rock of her family.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by, her
husband Troy Coleman; four brothers, Oscar Jr., Otis, Pat and Frank McCoy; two
sons in law, Charles Duty and William Eugene Shaw; special friend and neighbor
Addie Keaton.
Those left to cherish her memory are eight daughters, Sandy Shaw of Iaeger, WV, Cathy Thomas and husband Danny
of Iaeger, Teresa Hutchinson and husband Mark of Bluefield, WV, Annette Coleman
of Mooresville, NC, Mary Blair and husband Jimmy of Statesville, NC, Pamela
Burchette and husband Scott of Statesville, NC, Lucinda (Cindy) Blair of
Statesville, NC and Karri
Blankenship and husband Leroy of
Mooresville, NC; five sons, Randall Coleman and wife Rita of Statesville, NC,
William (Billy) Coleman and wife Yvonne of Statesville, NC, Ivan Coleman of St.
Albans, WV, Steven Coleman of Statesville, NC and David Coleman of Tegia Cay,
SC; grandchildren, Erika Francis,
Stephanie Lowe, William Duty, Brittany Addair, Christina Gardner, Monica
Matney, Jessica Baucom, Anthony Coleman, Andrew Coleman, Bradley Coleman,
Kristen Hutchinson, Patrick Hutchinson, Shannon Massey, Megan Coleman, Cassie
Coleman, Samantha Coleman, Morgan Loftin, Jordan McLemore, Terry Ray Burchette,
Ashley Burchette, Amelia Coleman, Troy Coleman, Emily Follrod, Ethan Coleman, Zach Blankenship, Abby Blankenship;
thirty great grandchildren, three sisters, Linda Auville of Iaeger, WV, Oreatha
Shrader of Denver, NC and Wanda Bangert of Statesville, NC; two brothers,
Ronnie McCoy and wife Sue of Horse Creek, WV, and Carl McCoy of Browns Creek,
WV; special daughter, Norma Tindle as well as several special nieces and
nephews
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 14,
2018 at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV, with Reverend Don
Morgan, Reverend Ernest Francis and Minister Vicki Coeburn. Burial will follow
at the McCoy Cemetery on Coon Branch Mountain near Iaeger, WV. Serving as
pallbearers will be her grandsons; honorary pallbearers will be Terry Ray
Burchette and Danny Ray Kennedy.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Jolo, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - May 27, 2018
John Crockett Tolliver III 39, of Jolo, WV died Saturday, May 26,
2018 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident less than one mile from his
home. Born August 14, 1978 he was the son of the late John Crockett Tolliver
Sr. and Margaret Gross Tolliver.
John was an avid music fan and loved playing his guitar. He enjoyed
the outdoors including hunting, fishing and camping. One of his greatest joys
was spending time with his grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father and
grandfather and will be missed by all that knew him.
Other than his parents, John was preceded in death by both maternal
and paternal grandparents and one sister, Jennifer Stanley.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his
loving and devoted wife of 15 years, Rosetta Johnson Tolliver of the home. Children: Latasha Blankenship and husband Josh of Jolo, WV; Ronnie Roberts Jr. and wife Courtney of
Bradshaw, WV; Shana Leifheit and husband Bobby of Jolo; Kaylena Kennedy of War,
WV; Ashley Plumley and husband Jeremy and Dustin Tolliver of Raysal, WV. A very special niece who he considered a sister, Bethanna Carden
and one brother, Danny Tolliver. Grandchildren:
John Blankenship,
Shane Blankenship,
Randall Roberts, Amayah Roberts, Ronnie Roberts III, Isabella Leifheit and
Robert Leifheit. Also, a host of other nieces, nephews and
extended family and friends.
In honoring the wishes of John Tolliver, the body was cremated. A
memorial service will be announced at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Northfork, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 21, 2019
Dorothy Helen Cordle, age 86, of Northfork, WV died on Tuesday,
November 19, 2019 at Westwood Center in Bluefield,
[Tazewell Co.,] VA. Born on September 14, 1933 in
Elkhorn, WV, she was a daughter of the late William D. and Bertha Yates Miller.
She had lived in Northfork her entire life and was of the Methodist
Faith. She was a retired office worker and was a devoted wife, mother, and
grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, George Cordle and a brother, Donald R. Miller.
Survivors: Daughter: Rhonda Jones of Bluefield, WV; Sister: Martha
Widner of Northfork, WV; Half-Sister:
Betty Blankenship of Princeton, WV; Grandchildren: Scott
Sizemore and wife Angie of Charlotte, NC, Daniel Sizemore of Christiansburg,
VA; Great-Granddaughter: Addison Sizemore of Charlotte, NC. She is also
survived by special friend John Taylor of Bluewell, WV as well as several
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, November 22,
2019, at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with Rev. Mark Smearman
officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park where her family and
friends will be pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Paynesville, McDowell Co., WV, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Florence-Lee-Mullins-Blankenship-105727090
Florence Lee Mullins Blankenship, December 26, 1943 - January 16, 2018. Grundy, Virginia
Funeral service for Florence Lee Brewster Mullins Blankenship will be held at the Crossview Church of
Christ in Paynesville, WV, Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with
Evangelist Hobert Kennedy officiating. Burial will follow in the Noah Mullins
Cemetery on Panther Ridge Road, Paynesville, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Premier, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - May 6, 2018
Shelvie Jean Lester Cline, 77, passed away on Thursday, May 3,
2018, at CAMC General Division, [Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV]
following a long illness. Formerly of Premier, Mrs. Cline had been a resident
of McDowell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center since July 2012. She was born on
November 19, 1940 in Hanover, WV, to the late Morris and Midge Perry Lester.
Mrs. Cline was a graduate of Baileysville High School and she,
along with her late husband, owned and operated Cline's Market in Upland until
illness forced its closure in 2012.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Herbert E. Cline; a sister,
Marie Blankenship; and a
brother, Douglas Lester. Also, preceding her in death were three infant
grandchildren.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Deborah McNeil and
husband David of Upland; two sons, Kenneth Cline and wife Cristy of Princeton;
and Dave Cline and wife Anna of Oak Hill; two sisters-in-law, Mae Lester of
Hanover and Helen Cline of Bluewell; six grandchildren; the staff of McDowell
Nursing and Rehab., and several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be conducted on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at
1:00 P.M. with Pastor Michael Williams officiating at Woodlawn Memorial Park in
Bluewell, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Huff Creek District, Wyoming Co., WV,
Lester, Marris 29, M, WV, Head,
Lester, Midgie 26, F, WV, Wife,
Lester, Marie 04, F, WV, Dau,
Lester, Frank 01, M, WV, Son,
Lester, Jesse 01, M, WV, Son,
Lester, Sarrah
May 03, F, WV, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K78H-DMD
+2018, Thorpe, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Earl-Blankenship-106656084
Earl Blankenship,
May 31, 1939 - December 11, 2018, Thorpe, West Virginia
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Thorpe, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.fanningfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Earl-Blankenship?obId=3921514#/obituaryInfo
Earl Earnest Blankenship, 79, of Thorpe
WV, crossed the finish line on earth to his eternal heavenly home where he will
be joined with his mother and father, Julius and Mandy Mullins
Blankenship, his first wife Eva Gay, daughter Millie Kay, brother,
Herman and sister Helen; on Tuesday, December 11,
2018 at his residence, following a long illness.
Earl loved the WV Mountaineers, win or
lose. He really loved Elvis movies and his Gospel Music. He enjoyed collecting
old model cars, especially his 1952 Hudson Hornet. He enjoyed being with his
Grandchildren and Family.
Survivors include his wife of 24 years,
Deanna
Terry Blankenship, daughters, Marlene Smith Earlene Slone(Tracy), Jerri Frye (Berry), Rhonda Blankenship, Karen Corder (Terry)
and Jamie Sturgell
(Kevin), Son Mikel D. Blankenship, granddaughters, Melissa Basenback, Brandy Smith, Holly Tanner, Rebecca
Slone, Stephane Collins, Jessica Padgett, Courtney Tomblin and Carnetta
Hopkins. grandsons; Joshua Smith, Kyle Estep, Nathan Corder, Blane and Levi
Sturgell; great grandchildren, Allie Estep, Kendra Colton, Isabella Basenback,
Tori, David and Joshua Tanner, Chelsea Hopkins, Monika and Jordan Slone, Joseph
Dye, Wade Tomlin, Emily and Jordan Padgett; brothers, Bobby and Glen Blankenship; sisters,
Shelby Cox and Carol Lester. Many nieces and nephews and cousins. Donna
(Andrew) Moens, Debbie (Dennis) Charles, Mary Jo (Ray) Stanley, and Patricia
(Fred) Smith.
Funeral Services will be conducted
Friday, December 14, 2018 at 12:30 pm, from the Fanning Funeral Home Chapel in
Welch, with Pastor Randall Dority officiating. Entombment will follow at
Woodlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum in Bluewell WV. Pallbearers wearing WV
Mountaineer shirts are, Matt Slone, Kyle Estep, Berry Frye, Kevin Sturgell,
Kevin Basenback, Dennis Charles, and David Tanner.
2018, Welch, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 18, 2018
Edward Bailey, 66, of Welch, WV passed away peacefully on Sunday
July 15, 2018 at Golden Harvest. He was the son of the late Elice and Martha
Bailey.
Edward was born in Welch, WV and attended school in McDowell
County. He spent the majority of his life in Panther Creek. He enjoyed
motorcycles, horses and spending time with people.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Sharon Blankenship and three brothers Clyde, Earl and Drew Bailey.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sisters, Phyllis Justice
of Morganton, GA, Sue Bailey of Panther, WV, Evelyn (Lue) Bailey of Wytheville,
VA, Cathy McFalls and Joan (Brian) Merrill of Gastonia, NC; Brothers, include
Flem (Dianne) Bailey, Lester Bailey and Johnny (Cathy) Bailey all of Panther,
WV.
Memorial service will be 1:00pm, Friday, July 20, 2018, at Memorial
Funeral Directory at 654 Athens Rd in Princeton, WV, officiated by Reverend
Clinton Jackson. Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Princeton, WV.
Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Welch, McDowell
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 17, 2018
Mike "Boomer" Blankenship, 48, of Welch passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018 in
Welch. Born June 28, 1970 in Welch he was the son of Bobbie Jean Caskey Day of
Tazewell, VA, and the late Alfred
Paul Blankenship, Jr.
He was a 1988 graduate of Mount View High School and attended
Bluefield State College. He was a truck driver, and an avid Harley rider.
In addition to his father he was preceded in death by two brothers,
Terry and Jimmy Mitchem.
In addition to his mother he is survived by a son, Michael
Blankenship and wife Veneford
of Rocky Mount, NC; two daughters, Jordan Blankenship and husband Justin Courtney of Huntington,
and Hannah Blankenship of
Princeton; three brothers, Edward Mitchem of Columbia, TN, Joey Mitchem of
Pensacola, FL and Carson Mitchem of Sessionville, WV; two sisters, Trudy
Mitchem of Tazewell and Bethany Riddle of Bristol, TN; two grandchildren, Lexi
and Graci Thomason of Princeton; special nephews and niece, Derrick Mitchem,
Jarrod Riddle and Ashley Clemmons.
A memorial service to honor his life will be held Sunday, Nov. 18
at 4 p.m. in the Douglas Mortuary Chapel in Welch.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Welch, McDowell Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 18, 2019
Betty Jean Fanning, 87, of Welch, WV, died Wednesday, October 16,
2019. Born October 7, 1932 in Hemphill, WV, she was the daughter of the late
Mason H. and Helen Lineberry Young.
Betty Jean was a graduate of the Class of 1950, Welch High School,
where she was a cheerleader in her Senior High Years, was elected May Queen in
1950, and was voted most popular in her graduating class. She was employed by
G. C. Murphy, Co. in Welch during her school years. Upon graduation from High
School, she was employed as clerk-typist for U.S. Steel at Munson, WV (Gary 14)
for nine months, wrote Society News for Munson in 1950 and 1951 for Welch Daily
News, and was a cashier for the telephone company in Welch. She completed three
years of Nursing School at Pulaski Hospital School of Nursing, in Pulaski, VA.
Upon graduation from Nursing School in September 1954, she was employed by
Stevens Clinical Hospital in Welch, WV, became a Registered Nurse in December
1954, and retired from there after several years.
Betty Jean married the "Love of her Life", Robert A.
"Bob" Fanning on May 28, 1955, and would have been married 55 years,
three days after his death on May 25, 2010. She was a member of the First
Presbyterian Church in Welch, where she served as an Elder and Missions
Chairperson, and served on the Memorial Committee. She also was a member of
Presbyterian women (being a past President) and was a member of the Church
Choir. She loved her Church and Church Family.
Betty Jean loved people and helped anyone she could. She gave to
and worked for many charitable causes, including Heart, Cancer, Lung,
Alzheimer's, and Arthritis. She was a member of the Legion Auxiliary in Welch,
Bramwell Chapter No. 158, Order of Eastern Star, Life Member of Beta Sigma Phi
Sorority, and named a Donor of the Year in 2012 by Hospitalized Veterans. She
loved her family dearly, and her pet "Pug" dog which was a gift from
her to her husband Bob in 2009, named "Baby". She enjoyed playing
bridge with her bridge club girls.
Betty Jean was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert
A. "Bob" Fanning, a sister
Patricia "Patsy" Blankenship Hudson, and a nephew Richard "Rick" Blankenship.
Survivors include her son Robert Patton Fanning and wife Mary Friel
Fanning of Morgantown, daughter Patricia Fanning Renko and husband Fred of
Welch, five grandchildren, Mason Cornelius Fanning, Kyle Alexander Fanning, and
Helen Rebecca Fanning, Robbi Michelle Renko, and step-granddaughter Holly Renko
Tanner and four great-grandchildren, Josiah P. Harrison, D.J., Jacob, and Tori
Tanner. In addition, she is survived by one sister, Judith Ferguson Rackley
(David) and one brother, Robert E. Young, Sr. (Doris), both of Chesterfield,
VA, sister-in-law Judith Fanning Bailey and brother-in-law John Pat Fanning,
nieces Frances Ann Sly Bivens, Brenda Fanning Wells, Deborah Fanning
Tankersley, and nephews James Sly, John Fanning, Jerry Fergerson, Jr., Ronald
Ferguson, Randy Ferguson, Robert E. Young, Jr., and Thomas Young and several
great nieces and great nephews.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, October 19, 2019, at 11 am,
at Fanning Funeral Home Chapel in Welch; with Pastor Chuck Hammond. Burial will
follow at Iaeger Memorial Cemetery at Roderfield, WV. Pallbearers will be Mason
Fanning, Kyle Fanning, James Ferguson, Jr., Ronald Ferguson, Randy Ferguson,
Bobby Young, Jr., Nathan Young, David Falin. Honorary
Pallbearers include Howard "Butch" Bivens, Tony Larkin, and Kenneth
Valko.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Sparta,
Alleghany Co., NC, Marriage; https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QPSM-7B9F
Joseph
Blankenship, 1934 - Patricia Young, 1937- 29Aug1956
S/o Luther &
Effie Blankenship – D/o Mason & Helen Young
Mercer
+2019, Athens, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 12, 2019
Hugh Preston "Hootie" Dunn, 84, of Athens died Sunday,
April 7, 2019 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA. Born December 4, 1934 in Gap Mills, WV, he was the son
of the late Henry Dunn and Vera Smith Dunn Humphrey.
Hootie was the owner and operator of The Last Resort in Athens, a
retired auto mechanic, and a U.S. Army veteran. He was a very special person
and will remain a treasure to many. He was Dad, Paw Paw, Hootie, Mr. Dunn, Johnny, he was a man that touched so many lives with his
guidance, generosity, patience, and swift wit. He loved his family, farming,
and his tractors.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son,
Michael Henry Dunn.
Survivors include two daughters,
Terry Blankenship of Athens, and Gayle Ann Dunn and her
husband Nicholas Fields of Athens, three grandsons,
Jesse Blankenship and his wife Savannah of Island Creek,
Chase White, and Ted Fields; two great-grandchildren,
Emma and Eli Blankenship; and one sister, Frances Smith of Pettrey.
In honoring Hootie's wishes, he will be cremated. A memorial
service to celebrate his life will be held at 4:00 pm, Saturday, April 13,
2019, at Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton with Pastor Gene Hazelwood
officiating. The WV National Guard Honor Guard will conduct military rites.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Beeson, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
https://obituaries.bdtonline.com/obituary/margaret-blankenship-1076827563
Margaret Blankenship, 91, of Beeson,
died Sunday, August 25, 2019. Born April 29, 1928 in Beeson, she was the
daughter of the late Zeather Vaughan and Gladys Walker Vaughan.
Mrs. Blankenship was a 1945 graduate of
Matoaka High School and a 1960 graduate of Little French Beauty Academy in
Bluefield. She was a former employee of Robert's Beauty Salon in Princeton and
was the owner/operator of Margaret's Beauty Shop on Beeson Road from 1969-1983.
She was a former member of Matoaka United Methodist Church. Margaret was a
former member of the Appalachian Artists Association having painted more than
100 oils. She was also a member of the Farm Women's Club of Pinaok. Margaret
was an avid WVU fan and enjoyed her winters in Satellite Beach, Florida where
she had many friends from various states. She enjoyed gardening and starting
her plants as well as multiple flowers. In her leisure time, she enjoyed
scrapbooking and watching wildlife, especially deer and birds.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, James
"Estil" Blankenship.
Survivors include daughter, Connie Murphy and
husband Stephen of Ashburn, VA; sons, Norman Blankenship and wife Peggy
of Wytheville, VA and Joel Blankenship and wife Carolyn of Lashmeet; sister,
Kay Sanders and husband Ed of Lexington, KY; brother, Ralph Vaughan of So.
Point, OH; 10 grandchildren, Angela Rose and husband Terry, Rhonda Scott and
husband Mark, Beth Hampton and husband William, Kristie Raulerson and husband
Mark, Lori Jones and husband Dusty, Sara Barrett and husband Taylor, Monica
Murphy, Mandy Mattingly and husband Josh, Josh Murphy and wife Nikki, and Zach
Murphy; 16 great-grandchildren; special cousins, Gale Shrewsbury and wife
Rhona, Banna Lou Bivins and husband Jim, Garnet White and Janet Walker;
extended family, the Kermit and Sue Bailey family: Dwayne, Libby, David and
their families; and special friends Reba and Paul Strasko and Priscilla Laxton.
Funeral services will be conducted at
11:00 am, Saturday, August 31, 2019, at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in
Princeton with Rev. David Damewood officiating. Interment will follow at
Resthaven Memorial Park in Princeton.
+2019, Beeson, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - August 29, 2019
Margaret Blankenship,
91, of Beeson, died Sunday, August 25, 2019. Born April 29, 1928 in Beeson, she
was the daughter of the late Zeather Vaughan and Gladys Walker Vaughan.
Mrs. Blankenship was a 1945 graduate of Matoaka High School and a
1960 graduate of Little French Beauty Academy in Bluefield. She was a former
employee of Robert's Beauty Salon in Princeton and was the owner/operator of
Margaret's Beauty Shop on Beeson Road from 1969-1983. She was a former member
of Matoaka United Methodist Church. Margaret was a former member of the
Appalachian Artists Association having painted more than 100 oils. She was also
a member of the Farm Women's Club of Pinaok. Margaret was an avid WVU fan and
enjoyed her winters in Satellite Beach, Florida where she had many friends from
various states. She enjoyed gardening and starting her plants as well as
multiple flowers. In her leisure time, she enjoyed scrapbooking and watching
wildlife, especially deer and birds.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, James "Estil" Blankenship.
Survivors include daughter,
Connie Murphy and husband Stephen of Ashburn, VA;
sons, Norman Blankenship and wife Peggy of Wytheville, VA and Joel Blankenship and wife Carolyn of Lashmeet; sister, Kay
Sanders and husband Ed of Lexington, KY; brother, Ralph Vaughan of So. Point,
OH; 10 grandchildren, Angela Rose and husband Terry, Rhonda Scott and husband
Mark, Beth Hampton and husband William, Kristie Raulerson and husband Mark,
Lori Jones and husband Dusty, Sara Barrett and husband Taylor, Monica Murphy,
Mandy Mattingly and husband Josh, Josh Murphy and wife Nikki, and Zach Murphy;
16 great-grandchildren; special cousins, Gale Shrewsbury and wife Rhona, Banna
Lou Bivins and husband Jim, Garnet White and Janet Walker; extended family, the
Kermit and Sue Bailey family: Dwayne, Libby, David and their families; and
special friends Reba and Paul Strasko and Priscilla Laxton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday, August 31,
2019 at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton with Rev. David Damewood
officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 27, 2018
Shirley Jean Robertson Deskins, 74, of Bluefield went home to her
Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at her residence following a long
illness. Born September 28, 1943 in Mercer County she was the daughter of the
late Gooden E. Nelson and Virgie Gertrude
Blankenship Nelson.
Shirley was a faithful member and choir member of the Faith Baptist
Church in Oakvale. Known as "Granny" she was a very special Mother
and Grandmother and was always thoughtful of everyone. She had been a lifelong
resident of this area.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first
husband, Fred Robertson.
Survivors include her second husband, William Deskins of Princeton;
one daughter, Susan Nelson Roberts of the home; stepson, Fred Robertson and
wife Sarah of Princeton; adopted son, David Cook of the home; several
grandchildren, great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; three sisters,
Piney Perkins and husband J.D. of Princeton, Mary Wall and husband Joe of
Oakvale, and Clara Nelson of Princeton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM, Sunday, January 28,
2018 at the Faith Baptist Church in Oakvale with Pastor Terry Lambert
officiating. Burial will be at 11:00 AM, Monday, January 29, 2018 at the
Oakvale Cemetery. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
East River District, Mercer Co., WV,
Nelson, Gooden 24, M, WV, Head,
Nelson, Virgie 19, F, WV, Wife,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7Z4-JSB
2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 5, 2018
Howard Donald Simpkins departed this life on February 3, 2018 to
rejoin his beloved wife, Mary, in Heaven. He was 82 years old.
In the time he lived here on earth, he was a shining example of how
a man should be. He was a devoted husband, loving father, he served his country
in the US Army, and he was a proud grandfather and great grandfather. Most
importantly, he was a devout Christian who was prepared to enter Heaven. He
will forever be loved and missed by his family, friends, and truly all who knew
him. He was a strong and stoic man to his last breath.
He leaves behind two daughters, Rhonda Neal of Rock WV, and Cathy
Hare and husband Steve Hare of Kernersville, NC; four grandchildren, Danielle Pennington of Princeton WV, Jennifer Blankenship and husband G. Belcher of Rock, WV, Lauren
Prim and husband Adam Prim of Kernersville, NC and Matthew Hare and Wife Casey
of Kernersville NC, and seven wonderful great grandchildren.
Per his wishes, Howard will be cremated and there will be a private
family service in the spring. He asked that his ashes be spread in various
places where he lived his happiest times.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 11, 2018
Sheila Lynn Belcher, 56, of Sportsman Drive, Bluefield, West
Virginia went to be with the Lord on her birthday Thursday, February 08, 1962
at her residence after a battle with cancer. Sheila was born on Thursday,
February 08, 1962 in Welch, West Virginia to the late Elmer and Margaret Berta Sorah.
Shelia worked for the United States Postal Service as a postal
supervisor.
In addition to her parents Shelia was preceded in death by her sister Marcella Blankenship and five brothers.
Left to cherish her memory is her son David Belcher of Bluefield,
West Virginia; as well as a host of friends and extended family.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 11:00
am at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluefield, West Virginia with Dr. Dan
Jividen officiating the service. Burial will follow at
Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluefield, West Virginia where friends and relatives
will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - August 25, 2018
Lillian Lovelace Holt of Fincastle Lane, Bluefield, Virginia went
to her heavenly home on August 25, 2018 at her residence. Born December 30,
1926 in Leckie, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Charlie
Lovelace and Myrtle Hampton Farley.
She retired from Bluefield Supply Company and was the oldest member
at Boyd's Chapel United Methodist Church at Leckie, WV. Lillian was also a
lifetime member of the Bluefield Order of Easter Star.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Jack R. Holt; grandparents, John and Isabella Hampton who helped raise
her; brothers, Wesley Lovelace, Sonny Lovelace, J.C. Lovelace, Paul Lovelace,
Red Lovelace, and Bill Franklin who was like a brother; sisters, Bessie
Lovelace, Jean Wilson, Alice Bailey, and Margaret Sudder; nephews, Rennie R.
Wilson, Sr., and Wesley "Don" Wilson.
Those left to cherish Lillian's memory are her daughter, Dr. Sheila
Brooks of Bluefield, West Virginia; sisters,
Hallie Jones and Nina
Blankenship, both of Roanoke,
Virginia, and Rose Franklin, who was like a sister; brother, Marshall Lovelace
of New Jersey; nephew, McNeil Lovelace, who helped care for her; nieces, Marie
Goforth of Brushfork, West Virginia, Tena Lovelace of Leckie, West Virginia,
Donna Farris of Philippi, West Virginia, and Reda Wilson of Bluefield, West
Virginia.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 1:00 PM
at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with the family conducting the
service. Interment will follow at the Grandview Memorial Gardens in Bluefield,
Virginia where Andy Blankenship, Melvin Jones, Sr., Melvin Jones, Jr.,
Kenny Franklin, Tommy Franklin, Grover Franklin, and Mike Franklin will serve
at pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nina L.
Blankenship – b.01Sep1948 – Roanoke, VA: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYQ7-TDT
Relatives -
Andrew L. Blankenship.
Andrew L.
Blankenship – b.28Jun1952 - Roanoke, VA: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYQ7-TD8
Relatives - Nina
L. Blankenship.
+2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Patricia-Rae-Blankenship-106438977
Patricia Rae Blankenship, August 21, 1943 - September 20, 2018, Bluefield, West Virginia
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm Sunday, September 23,
2018 at Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home in Tazewell, VA, with the Reverend
Dr. Thomas A. Conley officiating. Entombment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial
Gardens at Bluewell, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.peerystclairfuneralhome.com/obituary/patricia-rae-patty-blankenship
Patricia Rae “Patty” Blankenship, age 75 of “The
Maples” in Bluefield, WV died Thursday, September 20, 2018 at Bluefield
Regional Medical Center in Bluefield, WV. Born August 21, 1943 at Welch, WV,
she was a daughter of the late William “Bill” Morgan and Julia Legato Morgan.
She was a lover of music, enjoyed singing
and playing the organ. Patty loved all people, especially her loving family.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Richard Blankenship.
She is survived by her brother, Ken
Morgan and wife, Shelia of Bridgeport, WV; her sister, B. K. Simpkins and
husband, James of Hopewell, VA; nieces and nephews, Adam Morgan and wife,
Ashley of Core, WV, Sarah Colburn and husband, Nathan of Nashville, TN, Keith
Simpkins of Dinwiddie, VA, and Chris Simpkins of Chester VA; four great
nephews; two great nieces; and another expected in March.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2
pm Sunday, September 23, 2018 at Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home in
Tazewell, VA, with the Reverend Dr. Thomas A. Conley officiating. Entombment
will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens at Bluewell, WV.
2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 28, 2018
Jacob Tyler Ramsey Pugh of Bluefield, WV, passed away Thursday,
September 27, 2018, at his home. Born in Princeton, WV, on
February 9, 1996.
Tyler was currently the manager of Burger King in Bluefield, WV. He
was a junior at Bluefield State College. Previously, Tyler worked with Pemco in
Bluefield, Va Not only did Tyler dream of being an electrical engineer, but he
was loved and cherished by everyone that met him. He left an impression on
every soul he met. A bright, kind soul that embraced life and
all those around him.
Tyler was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Ramsey Pugh;
grandfather, Robert Pugh, Sr.; and uncle, Edward Pugh.
Survivors include his father of the home, Robert (Jim) Pugh, Jr.;
two sisters, Lindsey Walker of Hendersonville, TN, Angel Phillips of Abingdon,
Va; two brothers, Robert Pugh, III
(Emily) of Killen, TX, Steven Blankenship of
Hickory, NC; nieces and nephews; grandmother, Rosie Pugh of Anawalt, WV; two
aunts, Debora (Kenny) Bolton of Princeton, WV, Kathy (Doug) Miller of Anawalt,
WV; uncle, Steven (Sandy) Pugh of Bluefield, WV; and cousins.
Funeral services to honor the life of Tyler will be conducted at
11:00 AM, Monday, October 1, 2018, at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell,
WV with Pastor Robert Lester officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn
Memorial Park in Bluewell, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 25, 2019
Boyd Lee Bradford, Sr. was born October 31, 1936 in Port Arthur,
Texas to Thomas Hayden Bradford and Bessie Irene Bradford, née Wilder, and
passed away on January 23, 2019 at the age of 82.
Boyd proudly served his country in the United Sates of Air Force
for 20 years. He retired in 1975 as a Master Sergeant. He enjoyed many hobbies,
including leatherworking when he was younger, camping with his family, and
after retiring from civilian life, fishing and making practical and beautiful
things from wood.
He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Danielle
Hankin Bradford. He was the last surviving of his family.
Left to cherish his memory are: his wife Wanda Watkins Bradford of
Bluefield, West Virginia; his three sons, Boyd, Jr (and Leila) of La Palma,
California, Bryan (and Teresa) of San Antonio, Texas, Barry of Broomfield,
Colorado; three step-daughters Alisa (and Jimmy
Blankenship), Jamie (and
Clifford Mitchem) of Bluefield, West Virginia, Krista (and Stephen Sisk) of Princeton,
West Virginia; eleven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
There will be a memorial service on Sunday, January 27, 2019, 7:00
pm, at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluefield, WV, officiated by Rick
Townley and Danny Webb. An additional memorial service is planned for Friday,
February 1, 2019 at Melancon's Funeral Home in Nederland, TX, with a Funeral
Service on Saturday, February 2, 2019 also at Melancon's, to be followed by
burial, with full military honors, at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches,
TX.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 3, 2019
On Thursday, February 28, 2019, William R. Hesse, Jr., age 76, of
Bluefield, WV, lost his battle with cancer and went home to be with the Lord.
Born on May 31, 1942, in Fayetteville, WV, he was the son of the late William
R. Hesse, Sr. and Kathleen S. Hesse.
He had been a resident of Brushfork for the last 23 years and was
formerly employed by Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell. He was a veteran of
the US Air Force.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons:
Hunter B. Hesse and Kevin Todd Hesse.
He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Linda Hesse of
Bluefield, WV; his children, Richard
Hesse (Karen) of Riverview, FL, Syndia Blankenship
(Jake) of Ballard, WV, Shanda Conley of
Pearisburg, VA, Fallon Howdock (Steven) of Ballard, WV, Jarrettee Hesse (Leah)
of Bluefield, WV, Janell Bryan (Mike) of Richlands, NC, Michael Sanderson
(Shawn) of Richlands, NC, and Keith Sanderson (Crystal) of Richlands, NC; 17
grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; his sister, Janet Hesse (Barbara) of
Aguanga, CA; and many other family members and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at
2:00 pm, at Woodlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel in Bluewell, with Rev.
Kenny Bogart officiating. Military honors will be performed by the Mercer
County Veteran's Honor Guard. Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in
Bluewell.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 28, 2019
Clifford Wayne Toler, 67, of Bluefield, WV, passed away Wednesday,
September 25, 2019 in Bluefield Regional Medical Center. Wayne was born August
13, 1952 on Belcher Mountain near Welch, WV, a son of the late Clifford
Harrison and Ruby Marie Belcher Toler.
Wayne graduated from Welch High School with a vocational degree in
off set printing. He worked for 27 years in the coal mines in McDowell County;
he then drove a school bus for 13 years before being forced to retire due to
health problems. Wayne was a faithful member of the Lorton Lick Baptist Church
where he served as usher. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding motorcycles.
In addition to his parents, Clifford H. and Ruby M. Toler, Wayne
was preceded in death by his first wife, Judy Mosko Toler and one sister,
Theresa Kay Toler.
Survivors include his wife, Maggie Hunt Toler of the home;
stepdaughters, Rachel Benge of North Wilkesboro, NC and Brenda Benge of Moravia
Falls, NC; stepson, Joshua Adam Blankenship of the home; step grandchildren, Austin
Ellis and Matthew Benge both of North Wilkesboro, NC; and stepsons-in-law,
Bryant Benge and Jeff Benge both of North Wilkesboro, NC.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 3
o'clock with Pastor Shawn Braggs officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral
Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the Elkhorn Church Cemetery on
Belcher Mountain near Welch, WV. Wayne's friends will follow to the cemetery on
motorcycles in funeral procession. Serving as pallbearers will be Austin Ellis, Adam Blankenship, Bryant Benge, Mike Dickens, Larry Hunt and Mack Hunt.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Bluefield, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 21, 2019
Shirley Ann Fletcher Carter Harless, 71, of Bluefield, died at her
residence on Monday, November 18, 2019, surrounded by family and loved ones.
She was born May 19, 1948 in Bluefield, WV to the late Jesse Fletcher and Nancy
Bell Boyd.
Born and raised in Bluefield WV, Shirley was a graduate of
Bluefield State College and Mountain State University. She was a member of the
Church of God of Prophecy at Bluefield, Va., then
later enjoyed fellowship at Buena Vista Pentecostal Holiness Church in Buena
Vista, VA. Shirley loved spending time with her family and enjoyed traveling,
shopping and the holiday season. Her family will forever miss her as she filled
our hearts with great love and joy.
Shirley was preceded in death by both of her parents, husband
Stanley Stewart Carter, Sr. and her 2nd husband Kenneth Eugene Harless, adoptive son Jason Blankenship, sister Barbara Clowers, brothers Gary Blankenship and William
Douglas Blankenship, a special
nephew Charles Carter.
Survivors include her loving children, daughter Mary Sue Curry
(Keith) of Athens, WV, daughter Sherry Lynn Perdue (Richard) of Bluefield, WV,
son Stanley Stewart Carter, Jr. (Michelle) of Beckley, WV, son John Franklin
Carter of Austin, TX; four sisters Linda Darlene Tupper, Wanda Saunders, Carla
Boyd and Pearl Akers; four brothers
Michael Boyd, Stevie
Blankenship, Charles Richard Blankenship and Dennis Ray Blankenship. Grandchildren Candice Niccole Rudolph, Kristin Curry, Arrin
Carter Brooks, Amber Perry, Stanley Curry I, David Dreggors, Jordain Carter,
Logan Curry, Samuel Curry, Elijah Carter, 12 great grandchildren and a
multitude of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, November
23, 2019, at the Peaceful Valley Church, 362 Cornbread Ridge Road, Princeton,
WV, with Pastor Delmar Stilwell officiating the
service. Burial will follow at Monte Vista Park Cemetery in Bluefield, WV where
Kyle Gillam, Shannon Plaster, Andy Rudolph, Stanley Curry I, Stanley Curry II,
and Alden Rudolph will be serving as pallbearers. Cravens-Shires
Funeral Home, 33431 Coal Heritage Road, Bluefield, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bluewell, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
http://wwwtributes.com/obituary/show/Douglas-Eugene-Blankenship-106321717
Douglas Eugene Blankenship, April 3, 1944 - August 2, 2018, West Virginia
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather
to his: Wife of 50 years: Priscilla Harding
Blankenship of the home 2 daughters: Pearl Blankenship of Pocahontas, VA; Debbie Edwards of Bluefield, VA; 6 grandchildren and 3 great
grandchildren; Brothers: David
(Doris) Gilmore of Bluefield, VA Buford (Shirley) Blankenship of Lexington, NC.
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, August 9, 2018 at
1:00 PM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with pastors Danny Scott
and Ann Nash officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in
Bluewell where Josh Edwards, Austin Edwards, Andrew Rabon, John Blankenship, Tim Tim Shrader, Joe Murphy, Jonathan
Delida and Herbert Casey will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Buford Lee
Blankenship - 31Jan1943 - Lexington, NC:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZJ-KYBS
Relatives -
Buford Lee Blankenship Jr., Cathy Beck Blankenship, Charles B. Blankenship,
Charles Lee Blankenship, Garry J. Blankenship, Garry J. Blankenship, Johnny Lee
Blankenship, Leoor Blankenship, Maria Blankenship, Shirley Dillow Blankenship,
Shirley Ann Dillow Blankenship.
+2018, Bluewell, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 3, 2018
Roy Lee Blankenship,
79 of Harvey Avenue, Bluefield (Bluewell) died Saturday, September 1, 2018 at
Bluefield Regional Medical Center. Born Feb. 27, 1939 in Hix, WV he was the son
of the late Lacy and Laura Holiday Blankenship.
He was a retired coal miner and long-haul truck driver and was a
member of the Sandlick Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking
and gardening.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Bailey Blankenship and two brothers, Clark and Dean
Blankenship.
Survivors include his five children,
Kevin Blankenship and wife Ramona, Michael Blankenship, Thomas Blankenship and wife Lois, Rodney Blankenship
and wife Cecilia and Terry
Blankenship and fiancee Laurel
Bridges. Sixteen Grandchildren, Sixteen Great Grandchildren
and one great great grandchild. Siblings, Paul Blankenship, Carson
Blankenship and wife Janice, Phyllis Blankenship,
and Maynard Blankenship and wife Connie. Several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 2:00
PM from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens
Road in Princeton with Pastor Ron Zwart and Pastor Eddie Mabe officiating.
Burial will follow in the New Zion Cemetery. His grandsons will serve as
pallbearers
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Bluewell, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - August 12, 2019
Ramona Ann Blankenship, 58, of Bluewell, died Sunday, August 11, 2019. Born November 12,
1960, in Princeton, she was the daughter of the late Vincent Jack Smith and Mary Frances Weeks Nelson.
Surviving is her husband
of 35 years, Kevin Blankenship; Five children,
Lee, Amanda and Zachary Blankenship, Brian Thomas, and LeAnn Bailey; 5
Grandchildren and 1 Great-Grandson.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, August 15,
2019, at Fredeking Funeral Service in Oakvale, with Pastor Morris Clyburn
officiating. Burial will follow in the New Zion Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Bramwell, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 11, 2018
David Lynn Hall, Sr., age 59, of Pocahontas Avenue, Bramwell, WV
died on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at Princeton Community Hospital, [Princeton,
Mercer Co., WV]. Born on July 15, 1958, in Dante, VA, he was a son of the late
David and Helen Elizabeth Phillips Hall
He had lived in Bramwell for the past 26 years and was a devoted
husband, father, and grandfather.
Survivors include: His wife: Tammy Wolf Hall of the home. Sons:
David Lynn Hall, Jr. of Brushfork, WV; James M. Thompson of Bluefield, WV. Daughters: Ivaorie Hall of Bramwell,
WV; Amber Blankenship of Montcalm, WV; Tory Hall of Bramwell,
WV. Brothers: Ronnie Hall of Tazewell, VA; Michael Hall of Tazewell, VA. 4 Grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at 7:00 PM
at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with Rev. Earnest Folks
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Camp Creek, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - September 13, 2019
Sharon Lynn Tomblin Blankenship, 62, of Camp Creek, WV, died Sept. 12 at her daughter's home at Crooked Creek, [Logan
Co.,] WV.
She was the mother of Kerri Bryant and Charley Blankenship,
Services will be at 2 pm, Sept. 18, 2019, at Evans Funeral Home and
Cremation Services, Chapmanville, WV; burial will be in Tomblin Cemetery,
Harts, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Camp Creek, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.facebook.com/evansfuneralhome/?rf=2000342316905690
Sharon Lynn (Tomblin) Blankenship 62 of Camp
Creek, WV was born October 24, 1956 in Harts, WV a daughter of the late Enoch
and Lillie McCloud Tomblin. She went to be with the Lord on
Thursday, September 12, 2019 at the home of her daughter in Crooked Creek, WV.
Sharon was a loving mother, sister,
grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed her dear friend Ray
Workman who spent many years making memories. She also had another special
neighbor named Debbie Akers. Sharon loved shopping, spending time with her
family, and loved having a good time.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by the father of her children Charlie
Blankenship, her darling daughter Tari Blankenship, her 3 sisters;
Marie Rusnak, Bonnie Tackett, and Myrtle Kelly, and brother
Larry Tomblin.
Surviving are her daughters; Kerri (Anthony) Bryant
and Charley
(Brad) Blankenship, 7 remaining siblings; Millard Tomblin, Pete (Lyndia) Tomblin, James
Tomblin, Peggy (Delbert) Whitt, Regina (Brian) Workman, Carol (Mark) Sims, and
Marsha Gail Dent, granddaughters; Jordan (Eric) browning, Maggie (Jake)
Browning, and Kristen (Derek) Smith, great grandchildren; Fancy Browning,
Andrew Browning, Noah Browning, Gavin Browning, and Brinley Smith, and Sharon
has several nieces and nephews who she loved very much.
Services will be 2:00 pm, Wednesday,
September 18, 2019, at the Evans Funeral Home and Cremation Services at
Chapmanville, WV with Rev. Jason Adkins officiating. Burial will follow in the
Tomblin Cemetery at Harts, WV.
2019, Kegley, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 13, 2019
Woodrow S. "Woody" Robinette, 65 of Mountain Top Drive,
Kegley, died suddenly early Tuesday morning, July 9, 2019 at his home. Born
October 23, 1953 at Iaeger, he was the son of Alice Vivian Helmandollar
Robinette of Iaeger and the late Clarence Robinette Sr.
Woody was a graduate of Iaeger High School. He was a former coal
miner having worked for U.S. Steel and retired from the Cliff's operation and a
member of the U.M.W.A. District 17. He was an active member of the Princeton
Church of God on the Oakvale Road in Princeton. He loved his family and enjoyed
traveling, hunting, fishing and camping with them. Most of all, he loved his
grandchildren. He loved to fix things, and if he couldn't fix it, nobody could.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother,
Clarence Robinette Jr.
Those left to cherish his memory in addition to his mother, his
loving and devoted wife of 41 years, Crystal Jean Fink Robinette; Two children,
Angela Michelle Robinette Akers and husband Clinton, and Timothy Steven
Robinette; Two grandchildren, Bryan Wesley Akers and Sarah Abigail Akers; One
sister, Mable Birchfield and husband Armour; Sister-in-law, Linda Robinette; Nieces and nephews, Armour Birchfield
Jr., Lynne Long, Keith Robinette and Santana Blankenship.
Services celebrating his life will be held 4:00 pm, Sunday, July
14, 2019, Princeton Church of God on the Oakvale Road, Princeton with Dr. Ray
Hurt officiating. Graveside services will be held 12:30 pm, Monday, July 15,
2019, at Resthaven Memorial Park in Princeton. Family and friends will serve as
pallbearers. Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center
on the Athens Road in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Kellysville, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 21, 2019
Linda Joyce Billings Yost, 78, made her journey to Heaven on
Saturday, January 19, 2019, from the Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, [Raleigh Co., WV]
following a brief illness. She was born at Dott, on February 2, 1940; she was
the daughter of the late Glemmie Franklin Billings & Alma Opal Gilbert
Billings.
Linda attended Matoaka School then met and married her love of her
life, Mallory. Throughout her life, she rarely worked outside the home and was
a devoted and selfless Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother to her
cherished family. She was a long-time member of Kellysville Church of God and
recently attended Green Springs Baptist Church She loved the Lord Jesus Christ
and looked forward to her Heavenly home. She loved music and taught her children
to sing for the Lord from an early age. For years Linda was over the card
ministries at the Kellysville Church of God and had served as youth leader and
worked closely with the Bible school programs at the Bluefield Wesleyan Church
as well as the Chestnut Knob Church overseeing Christmas programs.
Additionally, her interests included traveling, fishing, sewing, cooking,
keeping in touch with family and friends on Facebook, and most of all, caring
for her family and others.
She was also preceded in death by her infant brothers, Bernard
McArthur & James Douglas Billings; and her sister, Bernice Hazelwood.
She is survived by her loving, devoted, and ever adoring husband of
59 years, Mallory Arnold Yost; daughter, Tammie Rene Dove and husband Larry
Steven Dove; son, Mallory Mark Yost; son John "Johnny" Franklin Yost
and girlfriend, Patty crews; and daughter, Elizabeth Dawn Yost. Her grandchildren: Savannah Renee (Dove)
Blankenship and husband Jesse Wayne Blankenship; Jonathan Phillip Yost and wife, Erin Nicole Hatcher Yost; Dr.
Mark Allen Yost; Laura Elizabeth Brinkley Holt and husband, Richard Allen
"Chad" Holt Jr.; Michael Nicholas Yost & fiancé
Hannah Nicole Walsh. Linda was blessed with five great-grandchildren: Emma Renee and Elijah
"Eli" Wayne Blankenship; Brailyn Nicole, Landon Scott and Joel Adam Yost. Brothers Glemmie "Junior" Billings and wife, Joan
Billings; Robert "Bobby" Billings, and sister, Charlotte Mae Billings
Hazelwood and husband, Dana Hazelwood. Her beloved
Yost and Williams in-laws and a host of nieces and nephews who loved and adored
her.
Services will be held 2:30 pm, Tuesday, January 22, 2019, from the
Kellysville Church of God in Kellysville with Pastor Max Benson of the Green
Springs Baptist Church and Reverend Franklin Adkins of Kellysville Church of
God. Burial will follow in Elgood Cemetery at Elgood. Pallbearers will be her grandsons; Jonathan Yost; Dr. Mark Allen
Yost; Michael Nicholas Yost; grandsons-in-law,
Jesse Wayne Blankenship , Richard "Chad" Holt, Jr. and
nephew, Christopher Dana Hazelwood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lashmeet, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - February 16, 2018
Mildred Graham Damewood, 75, of Route 10 Matoaka Road, Lashmeet,
died peacefully Thursday, February 14, 2018 at Princeton, [Mercer Co., WV], Health Care Center. Born January 30,
1943 in Mullens, she was the daughter of the late Phillip V. Graham and Kathleen
Little Graham.
For many years, Mildred worked as an LPN in WV, Ohio and Indiana.
While her health permitted, she and her husband Samuel sung in churches. She
loved working crossword puzzles and was devoted to her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother
Stacy Graham.
Those left to cherish her memory, her husband of 53 years, Samuel
Leonard Damewood; Three children, Denny Harold Smith Jr. and wife Teresa,
Sandra Lynn Turner and Kimberly Ann Bridges; Eight grandchildren; Ten
great-grandchildren; Three siblings,
Joyce Blankenship, Wilma Kirk, and Bobby Graham; a host of
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday, February 17, 2018
from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens
Road in Princeton with Pastor David Damewood officiating. Burial will follow in
Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Friends and family will serve as
pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Lashmeet,
Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 22, 2019
Rev. Larry Elbert Parks, 75, of Beeson Road, Lashmeet, WV, went to
his Heavenly home Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at his home. Born on May 29, 1943 in
Eckman, he was a son of the late William Harvey and Edith Victoria Comer Parks.
He had been a resident of Lashmeet for 20 years and was a retired
truck driver and minister. He was a veteran of the US Army.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
brothers, William (Bill) Parks, Michael Parks, Steve Parks, and Tim Parks.
Survivors include: Sons: Larry E. Parks, Jr. and John Parks; Loving
niece and caregiver: Suzette Blankenship of the home; Brothers: Donald Rose of
Gary, Blane Parks and Charmayne of Woodbridge, VA, Joseph Parks, Sr. and
Suzette of Lerona, Sterling Parks and Jasmine of Bracey, WV; Sisters: Bonnie
Hale of Princeton, Phyllis Sporing and Jim of Woodbridge, VA; Several nieces, nephews,
and cousins; Special Friends: Alfred Beggs and Junior Reed; Loving dog and
companion, "Kyerra".
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at
2:00 pm, at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell, with Pastor
Richard Konichek officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in
Bluewell, where military honors will be performed by the Mercer County
Veteran's Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Lerona, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - December 7, 2018
William Elwood Blankenship, 93, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at the Rockin Chair
Residential Care in Lerona. Born June 10, 1925 in Matoaka, he was the son of
the late Cecil E. and Suzie
Belcher Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a retired coal miner and a volunteer at
"Those Who Served War Museum". He was a World War II veteran having
served in the U.S. Navy. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother and a friend to many. He was a member of the Rich
Creek Baptist Church in Spanishburg.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Rosemary Ellison Blankenship; two sisters, Lily Mae
Sisk and Frances (Tig) Lilly.
He leaves to cherish his memory, two sons, Gary T.
(Tommy) Blankenship and wife
Nancy, William (Bill) Blankenship and
wife Donna all of Princeton; One daughter,
Tammy Thomas and husband Donald of Peterstown;
He also leaves behind two grandsons,
Ryan Blankenship and wife Lisa, and Tyler Blankenship and wife Katelyn all of Princeton; Also,
five great-grandchildren whom he
adored, Madeline, Nathan, Collin, Scott and Emma Blankenship; Special nephew, Tim Lilly and wife Becky.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of William E. (Elwood)
Blankenship will be at 2:00 pm, Saturday, December 8, 2018 from the Burns
Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton
with Pastors Ralph Calfee and Jamie Mattox officiating. Burial will follow in
Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Serving as pallbearers will be Tim
Lilly, Luke Lilly, Ronnie Wellman, Fred Conner, Ralph Simmons and Bill Rhodes.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Lerona, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - December 27, 2018
Johnny William Craft, 44, of Lerona, West Virginia formerly of
Mohegan, West Virginia passed away on Sunday, December 23, 2018 at home after a
long illness. Johnny was born on March 08, 1974 at Grace Hospital in Welch,
West Virginia, the son of Billy J. and Gloria J. (Stump) Craft.
When Johnny was in Welch he attended the Welch Pentecostal of
Holiness Church and Athens Church of God in Athens, WV after moving to Lerona.
Johnny loved sports, baseball in particular and playing the guitar.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Heather (Harmon) Craft,
Paternal Grandparents Elmer Craft Sr., and Girlandine (Snow) Craft and Ada Mae (Blankenship) Craft; Maternal grandparents Robert and
Elizabeth Stump.
Johnny is survived by his parents, Billy J. and Gloria J. (Stump)
Craft; son Dakota Asbury; sister Shelly (Joe) Pack of Princeton, West Virginia;
nephews Cory Bolden and wife Mary of Glenwood, WV and Aaron Bolden of
Bluefield; grandnephews Ethan and Elijah and grandniece Adalyn whom he loved
very much, special cousins Michael Green and wife Tammy of Davy, Crystal Holden
of Beckley and Bobby Pardue of Mt. Airy, NC. He is also survived by aunts,
uncles and cousins.
In accordance with Johnny's wishes he will be cremated with a
memorial service at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluefield, WV on Saturday,
December 29, 2018 at 1:00 pm, officiated by Stanley Metz, Sr.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 19, 2018
Pansy Lee Skeens Waldron, 104, of Princeton died Tuesday, January
16, 2018, at Heritage Hall in Rich Creek, [Giles Co., VA].
Born September 30, 1913, in Princeton she was the daughter of the late John and
Ann Blankenship Skeens.
Pansy retired from Maidenform and formerly worked for The Shirt
Factory. She was a member of Advent Christian Church in Princeton.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her
husband, John Greever Waldron; one sister, Stella Mills; and three brothers,
Lawrence, James, and Carl Skeens.
Survivors include her son, Ted Skeens of Princeton; brother, Homer
Skeens of Princeton; grandson, James Skeens and wife Gracie, their children,
Kayla Zimmerman, Breann, Jarad, and Nicholas Skeens, and their grandchildren,
Maddison Skeens and Cooper Zimmerman; special daughter-in-law, Patty Hypes;
several nieces and nephews, including Mike Mills and wife Wanda, and Carol
Skeens, and those she helped raise, Nichole Skeens, Nathan Skeens, and Victoria
Skeens.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 21, 2018
at Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton with Pastor Delmar Stillwell and Rick
Pennington officiating, and Patty Hypes eulogist. Burial will be at 10:00 a.m.
Monday January 22, 2018 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1920 Census,
East River, Mercer Co., WV,
Skeens, John W. 39, M, WV, Head,
Skeens, Myrtle 25, F, WV, Wife,
Skeens, Stella 09, F, WV, Dau,
Skeens, Pausie 06, F, WV, Dau,
Skeens, Lawrence 03, M, WV, Son,
Skeens, Carl R. 00, M, WV, Son,
Snodgrass,
Arminta 67, F, WV, GMother,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MN27-C5L
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/John-Blankenship-105757951
John Blankenship,
April 14, 1941 - January 22, 2018, Princeton, West Virginia
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and enjoyed gardening.
A memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January
29, 2018 at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton with the Rev. David
Barnette officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.bailey-kirk.com/obituaries/John-Blankenship-9/#!/Obituary
John Leonard Blankenship, 76, of
Princeton, died Monday, January 22, 2018 at his home with his Angel by his
side. Born April 14, 1941 at Elgood, he was the son of the late John Blankenship and Barbara Ellen
Conner Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a member of the
Pentecostal Church of God in Princeton. He was retired from Joy Manufacturing.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and enjoyed gardening.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Evelyn Martin and his twin-sister, Pansy Whittaker; and
six brothers, Lee, Lewis, Jack, Bill, Arlie and Joe Blankenship.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra Cox
Blankenship; two sons, Michael Wayne Blankenship and fiancée,
Mandy Blackwell and John L. Blankenship and fiancée, Amanda; two step sons, Jeffrey Woods
of Princeton and Michael Todd Woods and wife Kayla of Princeton; one brother,
Sidney
Blankenship and wife Frances of Limo, OH; three sisters, Verlie Chambers of
Zeigler, IL and Martha Dawley and Sarah Pettrey both of Norfolk, VA; and eight grandchildren.
A memorial service will be conducted at
1:00 p.m. Monday, January 29, 2018 at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton
with the Rev. David Barnette officiating.
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - January 27, 2018
John Leonard Blankenship, 76, of Princeton, died Monday, January 22, 2018 at his home with
his Angel by his side. Born April 14, 1941 at Elgood, he was the son of the
late John Blankenship and Barbara Ellen Conner
Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a member of the Pentecostal Church of God in
Princeton. He was retired from Joy Manufacturing. He was a veteran of the U.S.
Army and enjoyed gardening.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Evelyn
Martin and his twin-sister, Pansy Whittaker; and six brothers, Lee, Lewis, Jack, Bill, Arlie and Joe Blankenship.
Survivors include his wife,
Sandra Cox Blankenship; two sons,
Michael Wayne Blankenship and fiancee, Mandy Blackwell and John L. Blankenship and fiancee, Amanda; two stepsons, Jeffrey
Woods of Princeton and Michael Todd Woods and wife Kayla of Princeton; one brother, Sidney Blankenship and wife Frances of Limo, OH; three sisters, Verlie Chambers of Zeigler, IL and Martha Dawley and Sarah Pettrey both of Norfolk, VA; and eight
grandchildren.
A memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January
29, 2018 at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton with the Rev. David
Barnette officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.memorialfd.com/obitlink?obit_id=2088721
Wanda Lee Blankenship, 68, of Pendleton Place, Princeton, died Sunday, April 1, 2018 at
Carillion New River Medical Center, Radford,
VA. Born October 30, 1949, in Mercer
County, WV, she was the daughter of the late Albert Lee and Donna Lee Jones Hill.
A loving daughter, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and sister. She was a 1967 graduate of Oakvale High School and retired with 24
years of service from the WV Turnpike Authority. Wanda was of the Church of God faith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister,
Janice Bradley and two brothers, Albert Jackson Hill and Kenneth Lee Hill.
She is survived by two children,
Jimmy Blankenship and Alisa Blankenship;
Two grandsons, Joey Eades, Jr (Casey) and Austin Eades; Two
great-grandchildren, Brady and Emma Eades; Two sisters, Sylvia Mann (Harry) and
Shirley Brown (T.W.). Several
nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 1:00
P.M. at
Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery in Princeton with Pastor David Barnette
officiating. Family and friends will
serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wanda Lee
Blankenship - b.30Oct1949 – Princeton, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4P-RMY
Relatives -
David Russell Blankenship, James L. Blankenship, Jr.
David Russell
Blankenship – b.31Dec1950 – Princeton, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2S9F-88N
Relatives - Edna
L. Blankenship, Jack D. Blankenship, Lucille Blankenship, Wanda Lee
Blankenship.
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 28, 2018
Phyllis D. Stafford, 87, of Princeton died April 21, 2018
peacefully at her home. Born January 31, 1931, in Princeton, she was the
daughter of the late Elbert Luther and Willie Waddell Stafford.
Ms. Stafford was of the Protestant faith, educated in Mercer County
and a retired registered nurse.
Survivors include one son,
J. Scott Blankenship and wife Jolie of Midlothian, VA; three grandsons, Christopher S. Blankenship of Maryland, Ryan M. Blankenship and wife Lindsay of Midlothian, VA and Mark C. Blankenship and Sara Blankenship of
Midlothian, VA; four great-grandchildren, William Scott, Charlotte Mary, Mollie
and Brandon; three brothers, William P. Stafford, Jack D. Stafford and wife
Carol, G. Michael Stafford and wife Margaret, all residing in the Princeton
area; four nephews, Will, Joe, John and Justin Stafford; Two nieces, Staci
Thomas and Susan Stafford.
At Ms. Stafford's request her remains were cremated and burial will
be in the Pisgah Cemetery at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Phyllis Darlene
Stafford – b.31Jan1931 – Princeton, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4P-WMQ
Relatives -
Elbert L. Stafford, Gordon M. Stafford, Margaret B. Stafford, Willie Stafford.
J. Scott
Blankenship – b.1961 – Midlothian, VA: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZD-VV76
Relatives -
Catherine C. Blankenship, Christopher S. Blankenship, Chris Ryan Blankenship,
Jeffrey Scott Blankenship, Jolie D. Blankenship, Mark C. Blankenship, Ryan M.
Blankenship.
Jolie D.
Blankenship – b.04Jul1953 - Midlothian, VA: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KR2B-L5C
Relatives -
Catherine C. Blankenship, Cathy S. Wright, Christopher S. Blankenship, Chris
Ryan Blankenship, Jeffrey Scott Blankenship, Mark C. Blankenship, Ryan M.
Blankenship, Scott J. Blankenship.
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - May 9, 2018
Nancy Lou Strickland, 65, of Princeton died Monday, May 7, 2018 in
Lexington, KY. Born April 7, 1953 in Hinton, WV to the late
Zed Young and Francis Louise Young.
Nancy was a US Army veteran and attended the Maranatha Baptist
Church.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one sister, Neva Blankenship.
Survivors include two daughters, Melissa Defoe of Princeton and
Savannah Defoe of Princeton; one son, Christopher Strickland and wife Amber of
Princeton; three brothers, Charles Melvin Young and wife Vicki of Princeton,
William "Tootsie" Young and wife Wanda of Elgood, and Kenny Young of
Lakeland, FL; two sisters, Mary Southern of Princeton, and Margie Keats and
husband Harvey of Canada; special friend of 20 years, Raymond Webb; 11
grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 11, 2018 at
Rocky Mount United Methodist Church in Pipestem with Reverend Marvin Mills
officiating. Burial will follow at the Rocky Mount Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 30, 2018
Melvin Curtis "Burhead" Blankenship, 77, of Princeton died peacefully early
Sunday morning, July 29, 2018 at his home with his family by his side. Born
July 13, 1941 at Pulaski, VA, he was the son of the late Tom and Faye Akers
Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a retired foreman with the WV Department of
Highways with more than 25 years of service. Melvin will long be remembered for
his love of horses, helping his daughters with their horses and seeing him in
the area at many horse shows. He was a devoted father, grandfather and brother.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Gloria
Duncan.
Those left to cherish his memory, his children: Karen
Blankenship and husband Mark
Shumate, Ann Blankenship; former wife Verna Blankenship; Four grandchildren, Brandon, Vaughn,
Devan and Brayden; One great-granddaughter, Nevaeh; Two siblings, Stanley
Blankenship and wife Nancy, Brenda Caldwell; A Goddaughter, Kasey Trent and her son Kaymen
Services will be held 11:00 A.M. Wednesday from the Burns Wornal
Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with
Pastor Leonard Sizemore officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial
Gardens in Princeton. Serving as pallbearers
will be Vaughn Backus, Devan Justice, Mark Shumate, Eddie Osborne, Keith Blankenship, Richard Pettrey, Jeff Gardner and Kirk
Simpkins.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Princeton, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 17, 2018
Anna Jo Woody, 84, of Princeton, relocated to her wonderful new
home on Friday, September 14, 2018. Born December 24, 1933 at McComas, she was
the daughter of the late Andrew F. Ratliff and Mabel Mangus Ratliff.
Mrs. Woody was of the Protestant faith and worked at Maidenform in
Princeton for 37 years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, G. Frank Woody; brothers, Edward Ratliff, Eugene Ratliff, Dwight Ratliff
and John Ratliff; and sisters, Pearl Keys, Nell Lively and Edna Holshouser.
Survivors include daughters,
Dianna Linkous and husband Nelson of Bluefield and Kimberly Blankenship of Twin Lakes, WI; brother, Andrew (Jack)
Ratliff and wife Helen of Princeton; sister, Freda Hinkley of Princeton; grandchildren, Miranda B. Linkous of
Pasadena, CA, Nelson Linkous, III of Tampa, FL, Sherri Nicole
Blankenship and Emma Caroline Blankenship of Twin Lakes, WI.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday,
September 20, 2018 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton with Pastor Ronald
Booher and Pastor Gary Jakes officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pearisburg,
Giles Co., VA, Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QK9Z-P1RG
Daniel Jack
Blankenship, 24 [07May1963] - Kimberly Ann Woody, 20, [05Sep1967] – m.06Nov1987
S/o Daniel Jack
Blankenship & Bernardine Carol Thomas – D/o Grover Franklin Woody &
Anna Jo Ratliff
2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 19, 2018
Jerry Wallace "Buck" Dove Sr., 83 of Princeton, who was
born December 13, 1934, departed this earthly home September 14, 2018.
Buck lived and worked in Princeton his entire life. He was a United
States Army Veteran and a 50-year member of the Princeton Masonic Lodge #134.
He worked at Pepsi Cola Bottling Company, Rish Equipment, and Smith Transfer
Trucking Corporation until he retired to pursue full time operation as owner
and operator of Dove's Backhoe Service. Buck enjoyed attending Green Springs
Baptist Church when his health permitted.
He was the last surviving member of his immediate family being
preceded in death by his parents Jesse & Mabel Gunnoe Dove, brother Jack Dove, sister Peggy Saunders and grandson Ethan
Fry.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Marie Butler Dove,
sons Jerry Dove Jr. and wife Sharon of Princeton; Larry Dove and wife Tammie of
Island Creek; daughter Cathy Fry and husband Scott of Roanoke VA; Grandchildren: Savannah Blankenship and husband
Jesse; Shaun & Meagan Fry; and Jacob Dove; Great-grandchildren, Emma and Elijah Blankenship . He will also be greatly missed by his
faithful dog Cash.
A service of celebration will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday, September
22, 2018 at Resthaven Memorial Park Mausoleum with Pastor Max Benson
officiating with full military honors given under the direction of the Mercer
County Veterans Honor Guard.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 23, 2018
Roy Delano Tilley, 80 of Princeton went to be with his beloved Lord
on Monday, November 19, 2018. Born May 20, 1938 at McComas, he was the son of
the late Joseph Daniel Tilley and Hazel Blankenship Tilley.
Roy retired from the U. S. Navy after 20 years of service and from
the coal mines after 20 years. He was a faithful and active member of Rich
Creek Baptist Church in Spanishburg.
Those left to treasure their fond memories of him include his wife
of 57 years, Betty Zane Morehead Tilley; daughter Tammi Martin and husband,
Kent; son, Barry Tilley and wife, Anna Mae; grandchildren, Kyler and Kalissa.
He is also survived by a brother Lloyd Tilley and wife Jo Ann; a sister, Sue
Diegel; a devoted, tenderhearted niece, Gayle Jennings along with many other
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Saturday, November
24, 2018 at Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home with Pastor Ralph Calfee and Pastor Jamie
Mattox officiating where military honors will be conducted by the Mercer County
Veterans Honor Guard. Private interment will follow at McClaugherty-Morehead
Cemetery near Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Rock District, Mercer Co., WV,
Tilly, J. Daniel 53, M, TN, Head,
Tilly, Hazel 37, F, WV, Wife,
Tilly, Cebert 19, M, WV, Son,
Tilly, Myrtle 16, F, WV, Dau,
Tilly, Rachel 15, F, WV, Dau,
Tilly, Odine 13, M, WV, Son,
Tilly, James 11, M, WV, Son,
Tilly, Robert 09, M, WV, Son,
Tilly, Imogene 07, F, WV, Dau,
Tilly, Clayton 05, M, WV, Son,
Tilly, Lloyd 04, M, WV, Son,
Tilly, Delano 01, M, WV, Son,
Tilly, Charles
Edward 00, M, WV, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7ZH-DNX
2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 13, 2019
Remona Frances Alvis, 83, of Alvis Road, Princeton, died peacefully
Monday, March 11, 2019 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital [Roanoke
City, VA] with her family
by her side. Born October 11, 1935 in Princeton, she was the daughter of the
late William Wesley and Violet Whittaker Dunn.
Mrs. Alvis was a loving wife, daughter, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, sister and friend who loved the Lord. She was a graduate of
Athens High School, Concord College and Marshall University. Remona retired as
a school teacher from Mercer County having taught for twenty-nine years. She
was a member of the Maranatha Baptist Church in Princeton and really enjoyed
traveling and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 56 years, Clarence David Alvis and one sister, Norma Jean Jones.
Left to cherish her memory are four children; Donna Rae Sizemore
and husband Kenny, Debra Alvis-Hall, Sandra Furches and husband Tim, Russell
Alvis and wife Lori all of Princeton; Three siblings; Clarence Dunn and wife
Donnie of Flint MI, Clarence Surface, Jr. and wife Karen and Mack Surface and
wife Tracy all of Princeton; Six grandchildren
whom she loved dearly; Lisa
Ford Blankenship and husband Ryan, Jamie
Furches and wife Jennifer, Michael Paul Ford and wife Krystal, Ryan Furches,
Courtney Hall, all of Princeton, Zachary Alvis and wife Savannah of Bluefield,
WV; Seven great-grandchildren who
brought her great joy; Madeline, Nathan and Collin Blankenship, Tara Shae Furches, Grant Wilson Furches,
Brooklyn and Michael Blake Ford.
Graveside serves will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, March 14,
2019, at the Alvis Family Cemetery with Pastor Marvin Mills officiating.
Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center, Princeton
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ryan B.
Blankenship – b.04Aug1976 – Princeton, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2QG7-QP2
Relatives -
Brian Blankenship, Lisa Dawn Blankenship, Terry Allen Blankenship.
2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - March 17, 2019
Robert Wesley Bailey Jr., 65, of Princeton formerly of McDowell
County, died Friday evening, March 15, 2019 at his home with his loving family
by his side. Born June 22, 1953 at Bluefield, he is the son of Robert W. Bailey
Sr. of Princeton and the late Ruth Irene Dills Bailey.
Robert was a graduate of Northfork High School. Robert had a long
career in the coal industry starting with Eastern Gas Associates, Keystone #1
mines and retiring from Patriot Coal Mines in Boone as a Fire Boss. He was a
member of the U.M.W.A. While his health permitted, Robert was an active member
of the Princeton Church of God, Oakvale Road, Princeton, where he served on
various boards and committees. Robert enjoyed collecting of mine memorabilia,
going to flea markets and antique shopping. He enjoyed reading & studying
God's Word.
Robert was a pioneer in breaking the backlog of back lung benefits
that was due coal miners, because of the toll it took on his own health, having
had a double lung transplant, he served as an advocate
for black lung benefits. He spoke before the U.S. Senate hearings in Washington
D.C. as well in Utah. Robert received his transplant at Inova Fairfax Hospital
in Fairfax, VA.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of nearly 46 years,
Brenda Lockhart Bailey, three children:
Jennifer Denise Bailey
Blankenship & husband Joe; Robert
Bailey & wife Christie; Jason Lee Bailey & wife Sara. 9 grandchildren,
Tyler Gruskievich & wife Jessee, Jacob Gruskievich, Megan Green, Breanna
Bailey, Jordan Bailey, Maddie Law, Natalie Bailey, Liam Sandridge, Brady
Bailey. One sister Carolyn Bailey Bragg & husband
Ray. His special four-legged friend, Sadie May.
Services will be held 2:00 pm, Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at the
Princeton Church of God on the Oakvale Road, Princeton with Dr. Ray Hurt
officiating. Entombment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 4, 2019
Eric Todd Lawrence, 45, of Hatcher Road, Princeton died Tuesday
evening, April 2, 2019 at Princeton Community Hospital with his family at his
side. Born June 10, 1973, in Bluefield, he was the son of Curtis Joe Lawrence
of Youngsville, NC and Nancy
Blankenship Lawrence of
Princeton.
Eric was a graduate of Oakvale High School and worked in the
construction industry. He loved working with his hands, fishing, hunting and
NASCAR. He was the life of the party, always cutting up and joking with
everyone.
Those left to cherish his memory, his father Curtis, mother Nancy,
sister, Michelle Sykes and husband Chris; a niece and nephew, Ty Higginbotham
and Kylie Sykes; Maternal grandmother,
Allene Blankenship; his cousins, and his former wife, Penny
Mills.
Services will be held 6:00 pm, Friday, April 5, 2019, from the
Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in
Princeton with Pastor Franklin Adkins officiating. Following his service, the
family will honor his request, he will be cremated.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nancy E.
Lawrence – b.23Jul1956 – Princeton, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY45-XR9
Relatives -
Curtis J. Lawrence, Eric Todd Lawrence, Michelle L. Higginbotham.
2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - April 25, 2019
Cecil Hardin 83, of Princeton, died peacefully, Tuesday, April 23,
2019, at Princeton Community Hospital with his family by his side. Born
September 25, 1935 in Caretta, he was the son of the late Harvey and Tennessee
Mayhorn Hardin.
Cecil loved the Lord and was a member of the Free Pentecostal
Holiness Church in Princeton. He was a devoted husband, dad, grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother and friend. He will long be remembered for his
hospitality and generosity. Cecil started his working career with Otis Elevator
in Ohio then worked for the WV State Department of Highways in road maintenance
where he retired with 21 years of service. Cecil loved tinkering in his
workshop, landscaping and helping those in need.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving
wife of 65 years Bonnie Hardin on April 16, 2019, a son Larry Wayne Hardin;
Siblings, Pauline Shrader, Joann McKinney, Joyce Winters, Gladys Underwood,
Loraine Herald, Harvey Hardin, Jr., James Hardin, Bobby Hardin, Roy Hardin,
two-half brothers, Tommy Land and Ray Land.
Those left to cherish his memory, are his four devoted children,
Cecil Ray and Vonda Hardin, Harvey Lee and Tabitha Hardin, William David and
Dana Hardin and Mollie Marie and Mike Fuller all of Princeton; Nine
grandchildren, Joe Rausch, Ashley Lancaster, Kala Day, Crystal McFadden, Zach
Hardin, Madison Flinchum, Allen Hardin, Josh Williams and Morgan Williams; Nine
great-grandchildren; One great-great-grandchild; Two sisters, Eula
Blankenship of Princeton, Ruby
Murphy and husband Robert of Ashland, OH; One brother, Fred Hardin and wife Sue
of Princeton; Several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Cecil Hardin will be held
at 11:00 am, Friday, April 26, 2019, from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the
Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton, with Pastor David
Barnett officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in
Princeton. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 14, 2019
Janie Maxine Richards, 81, of Princeton, died Thursday, July 11,
2019. Born March 20, 1938 in Arista, she was the daughter of the late Thomas
Wiley and Mattie Blankenship
Wiley.
Mrs. Richards retired from Rockwell International in Princeton
after 17 years and then worked for CMS in Princeton until 2004. She was a
member of Shawnee Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband of 49 years, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV; and siblings, Sandra Wiley,
Phyllis Ratliff, Thomas Wiley, Franklin Wiley and Mason Wiley.
Survivors include brothers, Kermit Wiley and Roger Wiley and wife
Jean all of Princeton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 pm, Monday, July 15,
2019, at the Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton with Rev. Ralph Calfee
officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - August 15, 2019
Tessa Renea White, 40, of Princeton died Saturday, August 10, 2019,
in Princeton. Tessa was born January 5, 1979, at Bluefield,
she was the daughter of Larry James White and Joyce Ann Blankenship White of Princeton.
Tessa was a graduate of Princeton Senior High School and was a
former employee with Grant's Supermarket, Crossroads location in Princeton. She
had attended the New Life Tabernacle Church in Princeton.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents Joe
and Madeline Blankenship,
Audrey and Pauline White, a very special aunt Carol
Farley along with other aunts and uncles.
Survivors in addition to her parents Larry and Joyce; Three children, Hunter Lee Blankenship , Andrea Diane Blankenship , Brian James Hill; Her loving boyfriend,
Ronnie Ferrell; Siblings, Kevin Lee Blankenship and wife Shawna, Heather Jenette Mitchem
and husband Brian, Bridget Ann Hudgins and husband Michael, Christopher Todd
White and wife Maranda; Several nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins; Her work
family from Crossroads Grants Supermarket and countless friends who knew Tessa
as a sweet and loving person who did not deserve to leave this world in the
violent manner which she did.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm, Sunday, August 18, 2019,
from the Burns Wornal of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in
Princeton, with Pastor Erma Jean Hudgins officiating. Burial will follow in the
Brown Cemetery near Princeton. Serving as pallbearers
will be Brandon Hutchinson, David Hutchinson, Dean Blankenship, Gilbert Skeens, Randall Shrewsbury and Justin Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Princeton, Mercer
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 25, 2019
Jerry Mason Blankenship was born in Princeton West Virginia on 04/24/1951, the son of Harry Mason Blankenship and Cloraine Rutledge Blankenship. Jerry put on his new angel wings to go and meet his maker Lord
and Savior on 09/18/2019.
A cremation service was held on Sunday 09/22/2019.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 21, 2019
Freddie Joe Cox 85 of Princeton died peacefully Sunday, October 20,
2019 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital from injuries received from a recent fall.
Born July 27, 1934 at Red Ash, VA, was the son of the
late Howard G. & Wanda Irene Pennington Cox.
Freddie served his country honorably with the US Army and retired
from the US Postal Service with more than 30 years of service. He was a faithful
and devoted member of Kee Street United Methodist Church where he served in
many capacities within the life of the church. While his health permitted, he
loved his church, working in the garden, going fishing and helping people.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first
wife, Ona Mae Akers Cox, stepson: Bobby Marshall, along with three siblings:
Howard Raymond Cox, Mona Fitzwater and Dennis B. Cox.
Those left to cherish his memory, his wife Joyce Gore
Blankenship Cox, stepchildren:
Melanie Farmer & Maria Wert along with several step grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 am, Wednesday, October 23,
2019, from the Kee Street United Methodist Church in Princeton with John
Puckett as the Eulogist. Burial will follow in Elgood Cemetery at Elgood. Men
of the church will serve as pallbearers. Memorial Funeral
Directory & Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 24, 2019
Joyce Gore Blankenship Cox, 81, of Princeton, died peacefully early Wednesday morning,
October 23, 2019 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born August 30, 1938 in
Princeton, she was the daughter of the late Roswell Gore and Marie Calfee Gore.
Joyce was a graduate of Princeton High School and a former employee
for Rockwell International with 16 years of service. While her health
permitted, she enjoyed attending Fairview Christian Community Church. She loved
her Lord and read her Bible faithfully. She will be remembered for being a
caregiver for her family, friends and neighbors. Joyce loved animals, reading,
baking and the holidays. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and
sister.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Douglas Randolph Blankenship and her second husband, Freddie Joe Cox, who died just four
day ago; along with two siblings, Janice Brammer and Jackie Gore.
Those left to cherish her memory, two loving and caring daughters, Melanie Blankenship Farmer and Maria Blankenship Wert; a granddaughter, Madison Wert, whom she loved dearly, along with
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services to celebrate the life Joyce Cox will be held 1:00
pm, Friday, October 25, 2019, from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial
Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Larry Dyer
officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Family and friends will be serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 4, 2019
Lonnie Nathan Blankenship, 81 of Princeton, departed this life to be with the Lord November
1, 2019 after battling Liver cancer. Nathan went peacefully in his home
surrounded by his loving family and 2 dedicated Amedisys Hospice employees
Jennifer and Sherry. Born April 8, 1938 in Mercer County, Nathan was the son of
the late Emory Blankenship and Cleo Terry Blankenship and the last of his siblings
Emory Lee Blankenship (Tina) Claudia Ann Blankenship Hurt and Shirley Mae Waldron
(Dickie) and 3 infant siblings.
Nathan was a dedicated Christian and attended Kellysville Church of
God (Pastor Atkins) The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ (Pastor Hazelwood) and
Sweet Home Baptist Church (Thurman Belcher). For 79 years Nathan dedicated his
life to work, church and family and remained single until he met his one and
only true love Shelby Lane. Falling in love at first sight,
engaged on date two and marrying August 5, 2017. True
Love that made news in the Bluefield Telegraph. Nathan's last two years
of his life were filled with joy while he cruised and vacationed with his true
love. So much happiness that God allowed Nathan to experience before his
departure from this earth.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Shelby Lane
Blankenship of Princeton and
her children that he loved as his own, Dewey Junior Lane, Brian Lane, Kimberly
Fela and Melissa Harman all of Princeton. Grandchildren Margo
Harman, Alex Harman, Zachary Harman, Derek Watson (Stephanie); Great Grandsons
Eli, Oakley and Lucas Watson. Nieces and nephews, Sheila Shelburne
(Terry) Larry Waldron, Richard Waldron (Kathy) Melissa Weiss (Mike) Patrica
Mount, Sherry Dobbins (Rusty) Lisa Reynolds (Bobby) and one Aunt Virginia Terry
Crabtree (Jessie).
Funeral services will be held at Noon, Tuesday, November 5, 2019,
from the Sweet Home Baptist Church on Willowbrook Road in Princeton with Pastor
Thurmond Belcher and Paul Terry officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn
Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Fredeking Funeral Service, Oakvale.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Princeton, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - November 7, 2019
Danny Edward Baker, 76, of Princeton died Wednesday, October 30,
2019 at his residence. Born November 25, 1942 in Princeton he was the son of
the late Everett Edward Baker and Neta Mae White Baker.
Danny was retired from Sage Custom Machine Shop with twenty-eight
years service. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Princeton and
a longtime member of the Princeton Moose Lodge #1521. Danny loved restoring old
cars and most recently restored a 1967 Camaro.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first
wife, Linda McNeil Baker.
Survivors include his wife of twenty-eight years, Priscilla
"Pat" Sanders Baker of Princeton; one son, Michael K. Baker and wife
Krista of Huron, OH; one daughter, Rachel Blankenship and husband
Tim of Princeton; one stepson, Tommy Harvey
and wife Lisa of Princeton; two grandchildren,
Dawson Baker and Jack Blankenship; five step grandchildren, Rolan Harvey,
Cheyenne Harvey, Jessie Harvey, Matthew East and Jonathan East; two great
grandchildren, Jay and Robbie; one brother, Donald L. "Teddy" Baker
and wife Betty of Wytheville, VA; one sister, Vicki Lynn Robertson of
Princeton; sister-in-law, Joyce Smith; brother-in-law, Ralph Sanders and wife
Patsy; special nephew, Eric Baker; and faithful canine companion,
"Littleman" and several nieces and nephews.
In keeping with Danny's wishes, his body will be cremated. A
memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 am, Friday, November 8, 2019 at the
George W. Seaver Chapel of Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton with Father
Sebastian Devasya and Speaker Brad Smith officiating. Private family interment
will be at the West End Cemetery in Wytheville, VA at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Spanishburg, Mercer Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - August 18, 2018
Robert Edward Blankenship, 88, of Spanishburg, died peacefully late Wednesday night, August
15, 2018 at the Veterans Hospital in Beckley,
[Raleigh Co., WV]. Born October 28, 1929 on Nubbins Ridge
near Spanishburg, he was the son of the late Ord Leland Blankenship and Mary Grace
Lilly Blankenship.
Ed was a graduate of Spanishburg High School and served his country
during the Korean Conflict with the U.S. Air Force. Ed was a professional truck
driver for many years having driven for Bell Lines Trucking and others. After
his retirement from driving, Ed became an entrepreneur of sorts. Ed loved his
family and was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Elizabeth Blankenship and a sister,
Sara Jane Webb.
Those left to cherish his memory, his loving and devoted wife Dixie Blankenship, along with his three sons:
Robert E. Blankenship Jr., David Bryan Blankenship and Leland
Blankenship and wife Diane.
Eight grandchildren, Eight great-grandchildren and one
brother, David "Chippy" Blankenship and wife Jane.
Private services were held Saturday, August 18, 2018 at the Wyatt
Family Cemetery near Spanishburg with Pastor C. T. Lilly III officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mineral
+2019, Fort Ashby, Mineral
Co., WV, Obituary
The Cumberland Times-News, (MD) - December 3, 2019
Bonnie Belle Wagoner, 82, of Fort Ashby, WV, passed away Sunday,
Dec. 1, 2019, at Devlin Manor Health Care Center [Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD]. Born Aug. 2, 1937, in Syracuse, Ind.,
She was the daughter of the late Robert E. Thompson and Rita Opal (Harris)
Thompson.
A graduate of Fort Ashby High School, Class of 1955, Bonnie was a United States Naval Veteran and was an employee
of Day's Market for 18 years. She enjoyed working there and getting to know the
customers. Bonnie always had a smile on her face and was well loved by her
family, especially her grandchildren.
Mrs. Wagoner was also
preceded in death by her latest husband, Alden "Pooch" Wagoner; her
baby brother, Buddy Thompson; and her sisters, Jennie Lee Blauch and Betty Jo
Hall.
Bonnie is survived by her daughter,
Terry Blankenship and husband,
Scott; and her sons, Greg Garver and wife, Kim;
and Caldwell "Butchie" Burnette. She also leaves behind her brothers
and sisters, Lila Lu Sommerlott; Julia Etta Kennell and husband, James, Ella
Mae Iman, Waldon "Scotty" Sturms and wife, Francine, Sandra Sue Mood,
and Johnny Ray Sturms and wife, Patty. Bonnie is also survived by her grandchildren, Stephen Garver; Kelsey
Riggleman and husband, Matt, Tyler
Blankenship, and Cody Blankenship; her step grandchildren, Amy, Jessica,
Daryl, and Natasha; her great grandchildren, Abrianna Garver, Brody Riggleman,
and Austin Riggleman; her step great-grandchildren, Malik, David, and Hannah;
as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be at 1 pm, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, at the
Adams Family Funeral Home, P.A., 404 Decatur St., Cumberland, with Pastor
Charles Riggleman officiating. Interment will be in Fort Ashby Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Keyser, Mineral Co., WV, Obituary
Mineral Daily News-Tribune (WV) - January 25, 2019
Clayton Fird Hardman, 94 of Keyser, died on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at Piney
Valley Nursing Home. Born on February 7, 1924 in Clendenin, WV, he was a son of
the late Clyde L. and Cora (Tenney) Hardman.
Clayton was a WWII Veteran in the United States Marines and a Guard
for BWI Airport. He was a member of the Allegany Baptist Temple in McCoole.
Surviving are his children,
Leo Harman and wife Doris of Keyser, Linda Wolford and husband Robert of McCoole,
MD, Cora Blankenship of WV and Clayton "Sonny"
Hardman of Baltimore, MD; his grandchildren, Clayton III, Brenda, Laura, Jason,
Amy, Bobby, Rodney, Katrina, Jeremy, Bobbi Jo and Crystal and 22
great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Markwood Funeral Home, Keyser.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Short Gap, Mineral Co., WV, Obituary
The Cumberland Times-News, (MD) - March 8, 2019
Barbara Ann (Raines) Shanholtz, of Short Gap, WV, died Wednesday,
March 6, 2019, at home. Born Feb. 14, 1950, in Cumberland, she was the daughter
of the late Robert Charles Raines and Betty Rose (Lloyd) Raines.
Barbara was a graduate of Fort Ashby High School. She attended the
Art Institute of Washington, D.C. and Allegany College of Maryland. Barb's
greatest joy in life was her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed attending
all sporting and school events. She treasured her time with them. Barb also enjoyed
yard sales, thrift stores, and antiquing. She loved music and travel,
collecting tea pots, and watching people.
Barbara was also preceded in death by her two brothers, Richard
Charles Raines and Steven Lee Raines.
Survivors include her beloved husband, Roger Paul Shanholtz; two
sons, Robert "Bobby" Paul Shanholtz and wife, Angela, and Britten
Jennings Shanholtz and wife, Shawna; four grandchildren, Avery McKenzie
Shanholtz, Robert Peyton Shanholtz, Carder Lee Shanholtz, and Cole Liam Shanholtz;
her sister, Melissa Kay Raines-Surratt and husband, Benjamin; sister-in-law,
Shelly Malone Raines; two nieces, Kati Blankenship and Kelsi Clites; and, several great
nieces and a great nephew.
The funeral service will be at 4 pm, on Saturday, at the Upchurch
Funeral Home, Inc., Fort Ashby, with Pastor Marshall Carder, officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mingo
+2018, Beech Creek, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - March 4, 2018
Edward Wilson Murphy, age 76, of Beech Creek, WV, passed away Thursday, March 1,
2018, at his home. Born March 16, 1941, at O'Keefe, WV, he was the son of the
late Kermit and Justine Murphy.
Ed was a retired coal miner.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two
brothers, Herbert (Betty) Murphy and Kermit Murphy Jr., and one sister, Mary
Kathern Daniels.
Survivors include his wife, Emmalene Cisco Murphy of Beech Creek,
WV; one son, Ronnie Keith (Brenda) Murphy of Beech Creek, WV; daughter, Diane
(Mark) Stehno of TN; a stepson, Johnse Lee Evans of VA; his grandchildren,
Kayla and Eric Murphy, Jody and Samantha McCoy, Natasha and Freddy Ledford, and
Haven Evans; two brothers, Billy Joe (Bell) Murphy and Johnny Earl (Tammy)
Murphy, both of Beech Creek, WV; one sister,
Phyllis Blankenship of Beech Creek, WV; sister-in-law, Della
Murphy; brother-in-law, Scotty Daniels; and a host of other family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Monday, March 5, 2018, at 2 p.m at
the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY, with Rev. Bo Starr officiating.
Burial will follow in the Cisco Cemetery on Grapevine Fork at Beech Creek, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Beech Creek, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Southern WV from Aug. 21 to Aug.
23, 2018
Phyllis Blankenship,
79, of Beech Creek, WV, returned to her heavenly home on the evening of Friday
August 17, 2018, after a gradual decline in health. Born June 30, 1939, at
O'Keefe, WV, she was the daughter of the late Kermit and Justine Kennedy Murphy.
Phyllis was a devoted and loving mother and a faithful member of
the Ben Creek Church of Christ. There was never a more compassionate, loving,
and caring woman. From being a wonderful wife and stay-at-home mother, raising
three beautiful girls, to spoiling her grandchildren. She was very proud of her
family and was happy to be a "Nanny" to her eight grandchildren and
two great-grandchildren. Any chance to spend time with her family was important
to her. Phyllis spent her life caring for others!
She was the beloved wife of
the late Billy Ray Blankenship, with whom she shared 53 years of
marriage. Additionally, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Kermit
Murphy Jr., Herbert "Crowbar" Murphy and Edward Murphy, and one sister,
Mary Kat Murphy Daniels.
Phyllis was the devoted mother
of Barbara (Mike) Smith, Kathy Blankenship Hatfield and Kimberly Blankenship Dixon; loving Nanny of Kourtni (John)
Young, Joshua (Paige) Dixon, Holli (Cody) Boyd, Wendi Smith, Austin Hatfield, Zachary
Dixon, Misti Smith and Braxton Hatfield. She was great-grandmother to Lakean
Boyd and Keanlee Dixon. She is also survived by two brothers, Billy Joe (Belle)
Murphy and Johnny Earl (Tammy) Murphy. Her caregiver, Desiree Harmon aka Jezz,
was very special to her. Additional survivors include a host of other family
and friends.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at
Hatfield Funeral Chapel, Toler, KY, with Evangelist Gene Clemons and Brother
Rocky Hatfield officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery at Beech Creek with Joshua Dixon, Austin
Hatfield, Zachary Dixon, Braxton Hatfield, John Young, Cody Boyd, Chris
Hatfield and Mathias Harmon, serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Beech Creek, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Williamson Daily News (WV) - March 27, 2019
Scotty Daniels, of Beech Creek, WV, was born January 29, 1941 at
Lindsey, [Mingo Co.,] WV, a son of the late Samuel and Mary Belle Blankenship Daniels, departed this life on March 23, 2019 at Tug Valley ARH
Medical Center, [South Williamson, Pike Co., KY].
Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 1 pm, at the
Ben Creek Church of Christ with Bro. Rocky Hatfield officiating, burial will
follow in the Murphy Family Cemetery at Beech Creek, WV. Chambers
Funeral Services, Inc., of Matewan, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Beech Creek, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.chambersfuneralservices.com/obituary/scotty-daniels
Scotty Daniels and known to many as
“Doboy” of Beech Creek, WV was born on January 29, 1941 at Lindsey, WV a son of
the late Samuel and Mary Belle Blankenship Daniels departed this life on Saturday morning
March 23, 2019 while an inpatient in the Tug Valley ARH Medical Center. Scotty was 78 years old.
Scotty was a coal miner having worked for
the Tall Timber Call Company. Scotty
being of the Church of Christ faith attended the Ben Creek Church of Christ of
Ben Creek, WV. His love for the Lord was
evident as he was consistent in his faith and was always ready to offer advice
as he was upfront and plain spoken but those that gleaned from his wisdom knew
his words of instruction was communicated with love. Scotty was an avid
gardener he loved to garden and took great pride in his harvest as he enjoyed
sharing the blessings of his bounty with family and friends alike. It was not unusual for Scotty to get up in
the early morning hours and fix a meal fit for a king, as he loved to cook and
make sure those around him were well fed.
Not only did Scotty enjoy spoiling his children and grandchildren he
also made sure that the dears, squirrels and wildlife surrounding him were well
taken care of. Simply put Scotty enjoyed
life and greeted each day with a smile.
In addition to his parents he is preceded
in death by his wife Mary Kathryn Murphy Daniels; daughter Patricia Ann
Daniels; grandson Brandon Scott Daniels and a sister Dimple Daniels.
Those that survive Scotty include his
daughters Gloria Jean Daniels of Meador Hollow, WV, Ethel Colleene Lester and
her husband Craig of Newtown, WV; son John Edward Daniels and his wife Jennifer
of North Matewan, WV; brothers Troy Daniels and his wife Kathy, Elbert Daniels
and his wife Carolyn, Burl Daniels and his wife Sheila, David Daniels and his
wife Nancy all of Rennselear, IN; sisters Jane Miller and her husband Lawrence of
Pier Point, WV, Lois Daniels and her husband Andrew Cardwell of Winston Salem,
NC, Shirley Phillips and her husband Bob of Daniels, WV Lynn Warrix and her
husband John of Beech Creek, WV, Debbie Hatfield and her husband Michael of
Pelham, NC; grandchildren Joey Hardin, Samual Daniels, Jonathan Daniels, John
Aaron “JW” Woodell II, Adrienne Hatfield, Jacob Scott Lester and James Craig
“JC” Lester II; a host of great grandchildren. Scotty is also survived by his
companion Brenda Mudd of Wharncliffe, WV as well as a community of loving
neighbors, family and friends.
Honoring services will be conducted on
Wednesday March 27, 2019 beginning at 1:00 pm, at the Ben Creek Church of
Christ of Ben Creek, WV, with Bro. Rocky Hatfield
officiating, burial will then follow in the Murphy Family Cemetery at
Foundation Fork of Beech Creek, WV, with family and friends serving as
pallbearers. Chambers Funeral Services, Inc., Matewan, WV.
2019, Beech Creek, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - May 12, 2019
Douglas Kennedy, age 76, of Beech Creek, WV, passed away Thursday,
May 9, 2019, at the Pikeville Medical Center, [Pikeville, Pike Co., KY]. Born October 23, 1942, at O'Keefe, WV,
he was the son of the late Thomas Edison and Jenny Browning Kennedy.
Doug retired as a Chief Petty Officer from the United States Navy
after serving his country for 20 years.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a son,
Ray Kennedy; two brothers, Arthur "Ott" Kennedy and Randy Kennedy;
and a nephew, Michael.
Survivors include his wife, Rosetta Daniels Kennedy of Beech Creek,
WV; two sons, Douglas (Terri) Kennedy of California and Thomas Kennedy of the
home; two stepchildren, Donna Blankenship and Thomas Blankenship, both of Beech Creek, WV; one brother, James Ed (Joyce)
Kennedy of Madison, WV; three sisters, Eileen (Roy) Smith of VA, Linda Lawson
of Delbarton, WV, and Louise Ballard of AZ; nieces, Karen, Cheryl, Dawn and
Rhonda Lynn; nephews, Ed, Joe, Kevin, Roy, Chris, Mark, Doug, Eric, Terry and
Little Randy; his step-grandchildren, Angel, Taylor, Quaid and
his "special little girl" Ava Blankenship;
and a host of other family and friends.
In honoring Doug's wishes, cremation has taken place. Hatfield
Funeral Chapel of Toler, Ky.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Gilbert, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - October 27, 2019
Linda Gail Blankenship, 54, of Gilbert, WV, died Oct. 23 at Logan Regional Medical Center
[Logan, Logan,
WV].
Funeral service 2 pm Oct. 27, 2019, at Mounts Funeral Home; burial
at Browning Grimmett Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Gilbert, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.mountsfuneralhome.com/notices/Linda-Gail-Blankenship
Linda Gail Blankenship, 54 of Gilbert,
WV, departed this life Wednesday, October 23, 2019 from Logan Regional Medical
Center. Born February 10, 1965 at Welch, WV, she was the daughter of Rosie
Gibson and the late Robert Gibson.
Linda enjoyed being outdoors,
she especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was of the Christian Faith.
In addition to her father, Linda was also
preceded in death by her husband: Junior Blankenship; father who
raised her: Raymond Gibson; sister-in-law: Donna Gibson; nephew: Adam Gibson.
Those left to love and cherish her memory
and to mourn her loss are her mother: Rosie Gibson of Man; daughter: Candy Lusk; son:
James
Blankenship; grandchildren: Cory James and Brooklyn Paige Blankenship, all of Gilbert;
sister: Patricia Belcher of Man; brothers: Ricky Goodman of Gilbert, Michael
Gibson of Man and Brian (Christy) Gibson of Orient, Ohio; daughter-in-law:
Billie
Blankenship of Gilbert; brother-in-law: Randy Mayfield of Man; son-in-law: Gary
Truman of Gilbert; nephews: Brandon Gibson of Man and Joey Goodman of Gilbert;
nieces: Tiffany Belcher and Ashley
Gibson, both of Man, and McKenna and Layla Gibson, both of Orient, Ohio; great
nephew: Adam Gibson of Man; sister-in-law: Brenda Goodman of Gilbert. She also leaves behind a host of other dear
relatives and friends.
Funeral services will commence on Sunday,
October 27, 2019, at 2:00 pm, at Mounts Funeral Home Gilbert, WV, Chapel with
Rev. Diamond Carter and Rev. Lowell Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Browning Grimmett
Cemetery at Bruno, WV. Linda will be carried to her final resting place by
family and friends.
+2018, Matewan, Mingo
Co., WV, Funeral
Published in Southern WV on Dec. 14, 2018
Royal Blankenship,
93, of Matewan, WV, died December 10 at home.
Funeral service will be 1 pm, Friday at Devon Church of Christ,
Beech Creek, WV; burial following in Blankenship Cemetery,
Baisden, WV. Mounts Funeral Home, Gilbert, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Matewan, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.mountsfuneralhome.com/notices/Royal-Blankenship
Royal Blankenship, 93, of Matewan,
departed this life Monday, December 10, 2018 from his residence. Born on
November 1, 1925, he was the son of the late Alfred and Sarah (Browning)
Blankenship.
Royal was a loving son, husband, father,
brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend. He loved horses, baseball, basketball, racing
and working on things.
In addition to his parents, he is also
preceded in death by his wife: Verlie Mounts Blankenship; his daughter:
Wilma
Blankenship; grandchildren: Angelique Patrick and Keisha Hatfield; sisters: Blonnie Carter and Janice Blankenship; brothers:
Irvin, Reeford and Lynn Blankenship.
Those left to love and cherish his memory
and to mourn his loss are his daughters: Crystal ( Jamey) Jones
of Matewan, Sarah (John) Patrick and Pinky (Doyle) Cline, all of Delbarton, Willie June “Ginger” (Ken)
Robinette of North Springs; sons: Lucky (Anita) Blankenship of Tennessee and
Alfred
(Regina) Blankenship of Baisden; granddaughters, whom he helped raise: Nicole (Alex) Daniels
and Vanna Jones, all of Beech Creek; grandchildren: Rocky, Toney Jr., Dustin and Eric Blankenship, Val, Amanda and
Chris Patrick, Ashley Dotson and Adrienne Lester; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters:
Amy (Johnny) Cline
of Gilbert and Bonnie Caudill of Ohio. He also leaves
behind a host of other dear relatives and friends.
Funeral services will commence on Friday,
December 14, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the church with Evangelist David Blankenship officiating.
Burial will follow at the Blankenship Cemetery at Mud Lick, Baisden, WV.
+2018, Matewan, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Larry-Dean-Blankenship-106739924
Larry Dean Blankenship, April 1, 1961 - January 10, 2019,
Matewan, West Virginia.
A Memorial will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, January 16, 2019, in
the chapel of the Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps, KY, with Reverend
Will Compton officiating. Interment will take place later in the Varney
Cemetery of Lynn, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Matewan, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.westfuneralhomeky.com/notices/Larry-Blankenship
Larry Dean Blankenship, 57, of Matewan,
WV, passed away on January 10, 2019 at Trinity Healthcare Services, Williamson,
[Mingo Co.,] WV. He was born
April 1, 1961 in South Williamson, KY, a son of the late Ben & Elsie “New”
Blankenship.
Larry was a former coal truck driver and
loved hunting & fishing.
In addition to his parents, Larry was
preceded in death by two brothers: Ben Blankenship, Gary Dean Blankenship, and one sister:
Kathy
Karen
Ball.
Those left to cherish his memory include
his wife: Janet Sue Blankenship of Matewan, WV; one brother: Tommy Blankenship of Freeburn, KY;
two sisters: Eula (Noah) Wright of NC, Phyllis (Bob) Schminkey of Summersville, SC; and
a host of nieces, nephews, family & friends.
A Memorial will be held at 2:00 pm
Wednesday, January 16, 2019 in the chapel of the Jones & West Funeral Home
of Phelps, KY with Reverend Will Compton. Interment will take place later in
the Varney Cemetery of Lynn, WV.
+2018, Matewan, Mingo Co., WV, Funeral
Published in Southern WV from Jan. 16 to Jan.
18, 2019
Larry Dean Blankenship, 57, of Matewan, WV, died Jan. 10 in Trinity Healthcare Services,
Williamson, [Mingo Co.,] WV.
There will be a memorial gathering 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday at Jones
and West Funeral Home Chapel, Phelps, Ky. Burial will take place later in
Varney Cemetery, Lynn, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Meador, Mingo
Co., WV, Obituary
Published in Southern WV from May 25 to May
27, 2018
Cora Blankenship,
age 83, of Meador, WV, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at Trinity of Mingo
Healthcare Center in Williamson, [Mingo
Co.,] WV. Born June 22,
1934, she was the daughter of the late Arthur McCoy and the late Hannah Estepp Smith.
She was a homemaker and of the Church of Christ faith.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Blankenship, and four children, Keith Blankenship, Tommy Blankenship, Everett Blankenship and Lora
"Fuzzy" Hinkle.
Survivors include her children,
Martha "Dottie"
Blankenship of Newtown, WV, Betty "Karin" Blankenship of Red
Jacket, WV, Jerry Blankenship of Siler City, NC, Ricky Blankenship of Ransom, KY, and Mike Blankenship of Siler City, NC; three brothers, Butch
McCoy of Taylorville, WV, Jerry Sansom of Cincinnati, OH, and Holland Smith.
Also surviving are 28 grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren, other
family and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, May 27, 2018, at 2 p.m.
at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY, with Evangelist Gene Clemons and David Blankenship officiating.
Burial will follow in the Murphy Cemetery at Foundation Fork, Beech Creek, WV,
with her grandsons serving as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, North Matewan, Mingo Co., WV, Funeral
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - October 12, 2018
Naomi Sue Blankenship of North Matewan, WV,
departed this life on Sunday October 7, 2018. She was born September 9, 1964,
at Norfolk, VA, daughter of the late Perry Anderson and Loretta Bowens Wolford,
Services will be conducted on Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at 7 pm.
at Chambers Funeral Services Chapel with Pastor Benny Freeman presiding. In
honoring Naomi's request she will be cremated after the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, North Matewan, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.chambersfuneralservices.com/obituary/naomi-blankenship
Naomi Sue Blankenship of North
Matewan, WV, was born on September 9, 1964 at Norfolk, VA a daughter of the
late Perry Anderson and Loretta Bowens Wolford departed this life following a
lengthy illness on Sunday evening October 7, 2018 at her home while in the care
of her beloved family. Naomi was 54 years old.
Naomi had worked as a librarian for the
Southern West Virginia Community College Logan campus until her health
declined. She was not only active in her
career but also in the lives of her family.
She was a lady of class and style who was often mistaken as her
daughter’s sister a compliment that not only honored Naomi but her daughter as
well for they were the best of friends, Naomi will be missed.
In addition to her parents she is
preceded in death by an infant brother Perry Anderson Jr.
Those that survive her include her husband
Artemus
“Art” Blankenship of North Matewan, WV, daughter Loretta Blankenship and her
boyfriend Brian Wallace of North Matewan, WV brothers Johnny Anderson and his
wife Bobbie of Blackberry City, WV, Jimmy Anderson and his wife Phyllis of
Thacker, WV sisters Mary Thacker of North Matewan, WV and Annetta Ball of North
Carolina. Naomi is also survived by a host of beloved nieces and nephews.
Honoring services will be conducted on
Wednesday October 10, 2018 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Chambers Funeral
Services’ Chapel with Pastor Benny Freeman presiding. In honoring Naomi’s
request she will be cremated after the service. Chambers
Funeral Services, Inc. of Matewan, WV.
Pike Co., KY,
Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKH8-HPXD
Artemus P.
Blankenship, 20 - Naomi S. Anderson, 18 - 13Sep1982
+2019, Williamson, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - September 22, 2019
Hicks Blankenship,
92, of Williamson, WV, widower of Hazel Blankenship, died Sept. 20 at Cabell Huntington
Hospital, [Huntington, Cabell Co., WV].
He was a retired coal miner.
Funeral service will be noon Sept. 24, 2019, at Hatfield Funeral
Chapel; burial at Mountain View Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Williamson, Mingo Co., WV, Obituary
Hicks "Pappy" Blankenship - age 92 of
Williamson, WV passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at the Cabell-Huntington
Hospital in Huntington, WV following a brief illness. Born June 19, 1927 at
Gilbert, WV, he was the son of the late Dave and Jennie Cline Blankenship.
Pappy was a retired coal miner and a
member of the Borderland Baptist Church. He was a member of the UMWA, and he
was very proud to be a Mason, Shriner, and member of the Eastern Star.
In addition to his parents, he was also
preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Smith Blankenship, an 11 year old son,
Charles
Ellery "Drake" Blankenship, a 13 year old grandson, Brian Chadwick
"Chad" Miller, 2 brothers, Clyde and Leonard Blankenship, and 3 sisters,
Elizabeth Adkins Sipple, Lucille Brown, and Susie Clayborn.
Survivors include 2 daughters, Della (Bryan)
Blankenship and Rita (John) Miller both of Williamson, WV, 4 grandchildren, Kelly Smith,
Crystal Blackburn, Cory Miller, and MaShaun Spicer, 3 great-grandchildren,
Joshua Smith, Hayley Ferrell, and Paul Chadwick Blackburn, 2 great-great-grandchildren,
Wyatt Cooper Ferrell and Karsyn Everleigh Ferrell. Also surviving is a host of
nieces, nephews, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday,
September 24, 2019 at 12:00 pm, at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY
with Pastor Rick Gannon officiating. Burial, with Masonic graveside rites, will
follow in the Mt. View Memory Gardens at Maher, WV with family and friends
serving as pallbearers.
Monroe
+2018, Ballard, Monroe
Co., WV, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Charles-Malcolm-Blankenship-106334501
Charles Malcolm Blankenship, October 9, 1949 - August 10, 2018, Ballard, West Virginia
Upon graduation, he joined the U.S. Army and was sent to Vietnam
where he proudly served his country.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, August 14, 2018,
at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel in Peterstown, WV, with Eric
Chapman officiating. Burial with military rites will follow at Roselawn
Memorial Gardens in Princeton, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Ballard, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.broyles-shrewsbury.com/obituary/charles-blankenship
Charles Malcolm Blankenship, age 68, passed
away on Friday, August 10, 2018, at his home in Ballard, WV. Born October 9,
1949, in Pineville, WV, he was the son of the late Harrison L. and
Hazel Belcher Blankenship.
While growing up, Charles was known by his
nickname, “Feller.” He was such a cut up and always found ways to make everyone
laugh; being silly was a joy for him. Upon graduation, he joined the U.S. Army
and was sent to Vietnam where he proudly served his country. Charles returned
from Vietnam and started a career in the coal mines where he retired after
working 32 years. He loved farming and was very good at it. Additionally,
Charles was a member of the Narrows VFW and loved the outdoors, hunting,
fishing, and camping.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by his youngest brother, Larry Blankenship, and
brother-in-law, Conrad Day.
Survivors include his loving wife
of 30 years, Johnnie Patrick Blankenship; four sisters, Susan Morrone and
husband Paul of Winterville, NC, Bonnie Day of Ridgeway, VA, Sharon Peters and
husband Leslie of Winterville, NC, and Darlene Chapman and husband Gilmer of Eden, NC;
one brother, Harrison L. Blankenship and wife Rosa of Hardy, VA; two daughters, Tosha Mutter and
husband Thomas of Bradshaw, WV, and Michele Flores of NC; two granddaughters, Aimee
Mutter of War, WV, and Lillian Flores of NC; and one grandson, Charles Everett
“Lane” Mutter of Bradshaw, WV.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on
Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel in
Peterstown, WV, with Eric Chapman officiating. Burial with military rites will
follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton, WV.
+2019,
Bozoo, Monroe Co.,
WV, Obituary
https://www.broyles-shrewsbury.com/obituary/harry-blankenship
Harry Wilson
Blankenship, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, March
5, 2019, at his home in Bozoo, WV. Born April 22, 1933, in Narrows, VA, he was
the son of the late Bernard and Magdalene Blankenship.
Harry worked as
a brick mason for 42 years. Additionally, he enjoyed woodworking and working on
old cars. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother.
In addition to
his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers.
Survivors
include his loving wife of 64 years, Blanche
McClaugherty Blankenship; two sons, Harry Wayne Blankenship of Henrico, VA, and Nickey Ray Blankenship and wife Tanya of Radford, VA; one daughter, Deresa Sue Hill and husband Dewey of Peterstown, WV; one brother, Phillip Blankenship and wife Donna of VA; four sisters,
Charlotte Compton, Shelby King, and Dorothy Towler, all of VA, and Carol
Fergusson of TX; three grandchildren, Jason Hill and wife Amanda,
Stephanie Lilly and husband Heath, and Kevin
Blankenship; six great grandchildren, Trinity and
Eden Hill, and Jude, Kase, Noel, and Graham Lilly.
Funeral
services will be held at 11:00 am, on Friday, March 8, 2019, at the
Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel in Peterstown, WV, with Minister Donald
Henegar officiating. Burial will follow at Peterstown Cemetery in Giles County,
VA, with Wayne and Nickey Blankenship, Dewey and Jason Hill, Heath
Lilly, and Brian Ferguson serving as pallbearers.
2019, Greenville, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
The Logan Banner, (WV) - August 29, 2019
Dow Simpson, 94, of Greenville, WV, widower of Juanita
Blankenship Simpson, died Aug.
27, 2019, at home.
He retired from Island Creek Coal Company.
Celebration of life, 11 am, Aug. 31, 2019,
Greenville Freewill Baptist Church. Burial in Highland Memory
Gardens, Godby, WV. Krantz-McNeely Funeral Home, Man, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lindside, Monroe Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - September 6, 2018
James W. "Granny" Wickline, 81 of Lindside passed away
Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA following a short illness.
Born October 23, 1936 in Hans Creek, WV he was a son of the late Hunter and
Della Mae Dillon Wickline.
James attended Dry Pond School and retired from Celenese in
Pearisburg, VA as a mechanic. James was a faithful visitor at the Springfield
Center in Lindside. He attended the Community Family Worship Center in
Peterstown.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his oldest
son Jimmy Wickline, three brothers Doug, George and Clyde Wickline and three
sisters Ruby Adkins, Clara "Tootie" Walton and Shelby Harmon.
James is survived by his wife of 61 years Nora Lee Crosier Wickline
of the home, son Greg Wickline of Lindside, two brothers Junior and wife Nellie
Wickline of Lindside, Harold and wife Ruth Wickline of Greenville, one sister
Lucille Dove of Beckley, four grandchildren
April Blankenship of Pearisburg, VA, Ryan Wickline of
Peterstown, WV, Chastin and wife Morgan Wickline of Lindside and Zy Wickline of
Lindside, one great granddaughter Bailey Blankenship of Pearisburg, VA; many neices and nephews
and friends.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 8, 2018 at 1:00
PM at Wickline Funeral Home in Lindside with Pastor Gary Hazelwood officiating.
Burial will follow at Ellison Cemetery in Hans Creek, WV. Bobby Wickline, Steve
Compton, Richard Walton, Larry Walton, Doug Wickline and John Wickline will
serve as pallbearers
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Mills Gap, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.groves-mann.com/obituary/edward-blanenship
Edward Austin Blankenship, age
78, of Gap Mills, WV passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Carilion Roanoke
Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA. Born
February 9, 1940 at Beard, WV, he was the son of the late William and Daisy
Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship never met a
stranger. He was a truck driver and had retired from Lawrence Transport. He
loved his family and was especially fond of his grandchildren and
great-grandchildren. He enjoyed going on Sunday drives and attending square
dances at the local Senior Citizen halls.
In addition to his parents he
was preceded in death by his loving wife Anna Lee Thompson Blankenship.
Survivors include one son,
Lynn Blankenship and his girlfriend Jeannie Davis of Pembroke, VA; two
daughters, Sherry Flack and husband Eddie of Union, WV and Beverly Blankenship
of Newport, VA. Five grandchildren, Janice Blankenship, Christina Cliver,
Brandon Scott, Nathan Blankenship, and Malachi Blankenship; eight
great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.
Funeral services will be held
1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Groves Funeral Home Chapel in Union,
WV. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery at Keenan, WV.
+2018, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Charlotte-M.-Skelton-Blankenship-105914718
Charlotte M. Skelton Blankenship, July 7, 1936 - March 11, 2018, Peterstown, West Virginia
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 15, 2018, at
the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel in Peterstown, WV, with Gary
Hazelwood officiating. Burial will follow at Peterstown Cemetery in Rich Creek,
VA.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.broyles-shrewsbury.com/obituary/charlotte-blankenship
Charlotte M. Skelton Blankenship, age 81, passed
away on Sunday, March 11, 2018, at Country View Assisted Living in Peterstown,
WV. Born July 7, 1936, in Zenith, WV, she was the daughter of the late William
B. and Bertie Miller Skelton.
Charlotte was a member of the Peterstown
Missionary Baptist Church where she served as secretary for several years. She
was also a member of Peterstown O.E.S. Chapter #118. She worked as a seamstress
at Maiden Form for more than 37 years.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Walter Lloyd Blankenship; and three
brothers, Billy, Thomas, and Roscoe Skelton.
Survivors include her nephew, who she
considered her son, Benny Skelton and wife Tammy of Peterstown, WV; two
grandchildren, Courtney Clark and husband Craig of Peterstown, WV, and Whitney
Tabor and husband Seth of Princeton, WV; three great grandchildren, Kailee,
Emma, and Collin; four nieces, Aleta Nelson, Linda Beauchamp, Norma Everhart,
and Barbara Skelton; and nephew, Bob Skelton.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM on
Thursday, March 15, 2018, at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel in
Peterstown, WV, with Gary Hazelwood officiating. Burial will follow at
Peterstown Cemetery in Rich Creek, VA.
2018, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - October 25, 2018
Charles (Chuck) Herbert Lucas, 62 of Peterstown, WV passed away Thursday, October 25,
2018 at his home after a long battle of cancer. Chuck was born on March 27,
1956 in Pearisburg, VA and was a son of late Raymond Herbert Lucas and Muriel
Maxine French Lucas.
Chuck was a U.S. Navy Veteran and retired employee of the Celanese
Corp. in Narrows with over 42 years of dedicated service. He loved the
outdoors, fishing, horses and the love of his family and his friends.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, JoAnn
Lucas Mullins.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Donzella (Jean) Fortner
Lucas of Peterstown, three daughters,
Amber Dunn of Peterstown, Janet
Blankenship and husband Bruce of
Lindside, WV, Angela Trenar and husband Jerry of Pearisburg, twin sons, Charles
Gusler and wife Lorrie of Peterstown, WV, Christopher Gusler and wife Kim of
Ballard, WV, eight grandchildren and one brother, Steven Lucas of Narrows.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, October 27, 2018 at
the Riffe - Givens Funeral Chapel at 1:00 with the Rev. Pete Dunford with
burial following in the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg, VA.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Bruce Lane
Blankenship – b.19Oct1972 - Lindside, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4B-BFZ
Relatives -
Floyd Blankenship, Janet L. Blankenship.
Janet L.
Blankenship – b.05Nov1973 - Lindside, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2QGH-QB7
Relatives -
Bruce Lane Blankenship, Floyd Blankenship.
+2019, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Doris-Gaynette-Blankenship-106914845
Doris Gaynette Blankenship, September 12, 1938 - March 7, 2019, Peterstown, West Virginia
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, on Monday, March 11,
2019, at the First Baptist Church in Narrows, VA, with Pastor Michael Biggs
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.broyles-shrewsbury.com/obituary/doris-blankenship
Doris Gaynette Blankenship, age 80, of
Peterstown, WV, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019, at the Lewis Gale
Medical Center in Salem, VA. Born September 12, 1938, in Narrows, VA, she was
the daughter of the late Arthur and India Comer Warner.
Doris was a former employee of Celanese
and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Narrows, VA. She was a beloved
mother, grandmother, and sister.
In addition to her parents, she was
preceded in death by her husband, Howard Blankenship; and several
brothers and sisters.
Survivors include one son, Travis Blankenship of Peterstown,
WV; one sister, Ruby Cruise and husband Claude of Bluefield, VA; five grandchildren,
Bridget, Jason, Brittani, Brooke, and Zayne; and four great
grandchildren, Ethan, Conner, Seth, and Remmington.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm,
on Monday, March 11, 2019, at the First Baptist Church in Narrows, VA, with
Brian Frazier officiating. Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home,
Peterstown, WV.
2019, Peterstown, Monroe
Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - July 21, 2019
William David "Joe" Rice, age 93, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2019, at the
Springfield Center in Lindside, [Monroe Co.,] WV. Born December 24, 1925, in Peterstown, WV, he was the
son of the late Pauline Lenier Rice and Luther Clayton Rice and his wife,
Frances Marie Rice.
Joe was born and raised in the foothills of Peters Mountain, which
he dearly loved. He enjoyed his work as a farmer. Also, he loved to entertain
others with his story telling and sharing his life experiences.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Joyce Ann Rice; one brother, Darrell Huffman; and one sister, Claris Bradley.
Survivors include two daughters,
Vera J. Blankenship and Ron Deitz, and Angela
"Angie" Dent and husband Daniel, all of Glen Lyn, VA; two brothers,
Eugene Rice and wife Vickie of Peterstown, WV, and Bernard Rice and wife Lurena
of Arlington, VA; one sister, Marie "Patsy" Martin of Marie, WV; two
grandchildren, Joseph Edward "Todd" Sims and wife Amy of Bland, VA,
and Brandale Stewart and wife Ashley of Peterstown, WV; and four great
grandchildren, Jason Sims and wife Katelynne of Hillsville, VA, Justin Sims of Bastian,
VA, Emily Sims of Rocky Gap, VA, and Teagan Stewart of Peterstown, WV.
In keeping with Joe's wishes, he will be cremated and a memorial
service will be held at a later date. Broyles-Shrewsbury
Funeral Home, Peterstown, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Red Sulphur Springs, Monroe Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - December 9, 2018
Freddie Granville Butler, age 95, passed away on Friday, December
7, 2018, at the Springfield Center in Lindside, WV. Born January 22, 1923, in
Marie, WV, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Bessie Cody Butler.
Freddie was a graduate of Greenville High School and a U.S. Navy
World War II Veteran. He was a member of the Red Sulphur Springs Community
Church and formerly worked at Celanese in Narrows, VA. Additionally, he was a
member of the Republican Committee, a member of the Arts and Crafts Guild, and
a former member of the Monroe County Historical Society.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,
Ethelyn Bishop Butler; one son, Daryl Butler; three sisters, Ann Willey, Rosa
Doyle, and Edith Caldwell; and one brother, William "Bill" Butler.
Survivors include one son, Johnnie Butler and wife Carol of
Greenville, WV; eight grandchildren,
Tim Butler and wife Wendy of Amelia, VA, Lisa Blankenship
and husband Garland of Rich Creek, VA, Keith Butler and wife Tammy of Shawsville, VA,
Michele Fields and husband Gary of Pearisburg, VA, Allen Butler of Glen Allen,
VA, Robin Crist and husband Jack of Burnsville, WV, Lisa Butler of Buckhannon,
WV, and Ben Butler of Rainelle, WV; nineteen great grandchildren; and 10 great
great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 PM on Monday, December 10, 2018,
at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Home Chapel in Peterstown, WV, with great grandson
Gary Fields, Jr, officiating. Burial will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Marie,
WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nicholas
+2018, Lockwood, Nicholas
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - March 11, 2018
Claude Eugene Blankenship, 67, of Lockwood, passed away Friday, March 9, 2018, at his home.
He was the son of the late Hiram
and Lucille Kincaid Blankenship
and was born at Lockwood November 22, 1950.
Claude was a Logan County school teacher and girls
basketball and softball coach at Mann High School. He was a member of the
Fairview Baptist Church.
He was also preceded in death by brothers Jack and
William Blankenship and sister Carol Miles.
Surviving are wife, Barbara Keller Blankenship; two brothers,
Tom Blankenship of Summersville and Stanley Blankenship of Moundsville; sister, Rebecca Sackreiter of St. Petersburg, Florida;
several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 13, in
the Waters Funeral Chapel at Summersville, with Pastor Joe Brown officiating.
Burial will follow in the Blankenship
Cemetery at Lockwood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Mount Lookout, Nicholas Co., WV, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on July 6, 2018
Ethel Ernestine Blankenship, 70, of Mt. Lookout, WV, passed away July 1, 2018. She is the
daughter of the late Newman Starr and Margie Lucas Starr.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Kellen
Blankenship Gill; and brother,
Thurman Starr.
She is survived by her husband,
Kenneth Ray Blankenship, and their children, Steven
(Linda) Blankenship, Justin
(Kathy Wilson) Blankenship.
She will be missed by her eight grandchildren,
Courtney Cole, Austin Montieth, Riley Blankenship, Bailee Blankenship, Brayden Chapman, Cheyenne Chapman, Gracie
Chapman and Chloe Gill. Her brother, George (Janie) Starr, and sister, Karen
(Terry) Clay, are also surviving.
Services will be 8pm on Friday, July 6, 2018, at High Lawn Funeral
Home in Oak Hill, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Richwood, Nicholas
Co., WV, Funeral
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - April 2, 2019
Breanes Octavia Cowger Blankenship, 91, of Richwood, WV, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2019.
Funeral service will be held at noon, on Thursday, April 4, at
Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, in Richwood, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Richwood, Nicholas
Co., WV, Funeral
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - April 4, 2019
Breanes Blankenship,
- Noon, Simons-Coleman Funeral Home, Richwood.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Richwood, Nicholas
Co., WV, Obituary
Simons-Coleman
Funeral Home, Inc.
Breanes Octavia Cowger Blankenship, 91, of
Richwood, WV, passed away Monday, April 1, 2019. At her son’s
house Keith Blankenship in Craigsville, WV.
She was born October 24, 1927 at Diana, WV to the late Wilbert and Dorsie Mae
Vance Cowger.
She was a loving mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and sister. She enjoyed gardening working In
her flowers. She enjoyed playing bingo, sewing making quilts. She was an
excellent cook.
Preceded in Death by husband,
Bob
“Huck” Blankenship and 3 Brothers, Herbert, Clarence and Little Don Cowger.
Survivors; Sons, Keith and Rhonda
Blankenship, Craigsville, WV, Don and Laurie Blankenship, Catlett, VA, John Blankenship, Richwood, WV, Robert Blankenship, Catlett, VA, 2 Grandsons,
Chase
and Casey Blankenship, Craigsville, WV, 2 Granddaughters, Rebecca and
Kristina Blankenship, Catlett, VA, Great-grandson, Silas Blankenship, Brother,
William Cowger, Spotsylvania, 2 Sisters, Betty and Paul Jordan, Augusta, GA,
Rosemary and O’Dell Cogar, Hackers Valley, WV
Funeral Service;
Thursday, April 4, 2019, at 12:00 noon. At: Simons-Coleman Funeral Home,
Richwood, WV, Officiating: Pastor Ben Stone. Interment: Mt. View Memorial Park,
Richwood, WV.
Bob Huck
Blankenship – b.13Apr1957 - Richwood, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJZN-M4GY
Relatives -
Bernard O. Blankenship, Bobby K. Blankenship, Breanes O. Blankenship, Don K.
Blankenship, John Lewis Blankenship, John W. Blankenship, Keith Dale
Blankenship, Robert L. Blankenship.
Nicholas Co.,
WV, Marriage;
http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/va_view2.aspx?FilmNumber=495652&ImageNumber=128
Bobby Keith
Blankenship, 28 - Breames Octavia Cowger, 27 – m.09Jun1955
S/o Mack &
Rosetta Blankenship – D/o Wilbert Harman & Doris Mae Cowger
Ohio
+2018, Wheeling, Ohio Co., WV, Death
http://www.tributescom/obituary/show/Louise-L.-Blankenship-106522460
Louise L. Blankenship, June 2, 1925 - October 20, 2018, Wheeling, West Virginia
Interment will be held at the convenience of the family at Mt.
Olivet Cemetery, Wheeling. Kepner Funeral Home - Elm Grove
166 Kruger Street Wheeling, WV, US, 26003.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Wheeling, Ohio Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.kepnerfuneral.com/obituaries/Louise-Blankenship-3/#!/Obituary
Louise (Weise) Blankenship, 93, of
Wheeling, passed peacefully Saturday, October 20, 2018. She was born June 2,
1925 in Garnett, WV a daughter of the late Jess and Mary Spencer Kerns.
Louise was a devoted wife, a loving and
compassionate mother, and a member of the Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church.
She was active in UMW, WV homemakers in Moundsville for many years and also lead a non-denominational bible class. Louise was artistic,
she loved to sing, play the guitar and enjoyed painting ceramics. She crocheted
many quilts, was a seamstress and most of all was an expert at baking pies. She
enjoyed the beauty of the outdoors and watching humming birds.
In addition to her parents, Louise was
preceded in death by her husband Calvin E Blankenship in 1982,
brothers, Jack Kerns, Jess Kerns Jr, William Henry Kerns, Sherman Kerns;
sisters, Esther West, Mary DiCarlo, and dear friend Edna (Francis) Scharf.
Louise is survived by daughter Sandy (Brian) Jochum
of Wheeling; two sons Edward (Lynne) Blankenship of Wheeling and Richard (Carmina)
Blankenship of Steubenville, OH; a loving sister Barbara (Roy) Parr of Shadyside,
OH, 6 grandchildren, Hillary Jochum (Auna Jochum great granddaughter),
Haley (Stephen) Felton, Kristin Blankenship, Derek Blankenship, Eddie (Valerie)
Blankenship, Lynette Blankenship, 10 additional great-grandchildren, nieces and
nephews.
Friends will be received on October 25,
2018 from 4 – 8 pm at Kepner Funeral Home, 166 Kruger St. Wheeling, WV
(304-242-2311) where a memorial celebration of Louise’s life will be held at
7pm with Reverend Margie Carr officiating. Interment will be held at the
convenience of the family at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Wheeling.
Putnam
+2018, Buffalo, Putnam
Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - January 23, 2019
Glenn Dale Craig, 69, of Buffalo, passed away Saturday, January 19,
2019, at CAMC Teays Valley [Hurricane, Putnam Co., WV]. He was a 1969 graduate of Buffalo High
School, and a U.S. Army veteran, having served during the Vietnam War. Born
December 1, 1949, in Buffalo, he was the son of the late James E. Craig and
Dorothy Mitchell Craig.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
brother, William Craig, and sisters, Mary Ann Blankenship and Connie Craig.
Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Mary Henson Craig; sons,
James "JD" Craig of Eleanor, Phillip Craig of Hurricane; sisters,
Susie Knapp and Sharon Woodrum; grandchildren, Ryan, Caylee, Kiera, Joseph,
Henson, Kennedy and Curtis.
Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, January 25, at
Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo. Burial will follow in Donel C. Kinnard Memorial
State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Hurricane, Putnam Co., WV, Obituary
Charleston Gazette-Mail (WV) - January 18, 2019
Barbara Jean Ellis Newman, 77, of Hurricane, stepped from this life into
Heaven on Wednesday, January 16, 2019. Born April 9, 1941, in
Bruno, WV. She was the daughter of the late Harmon Ellis and Demintie
Christian Ellis of Logan, WV, and step-mother Janice Ellis.
She gave her all in every task and loved her family unfailingly.
Her greatest earthly joys were family and friends. She was a wonderful cook and
baker; and each year Christmas treats were lovingly prepared and distributed.
She loved their Moss Creek community, who were more like family than neighbors.
Mom loved her role of housewife and her garden and flowers. On two occasions
when working outside the home, she served at Diehl's Restaurant of Nitro and
the Crown and Shield in Cross Lanes. Her coworkers were like family.
She was predeceased by brothers Kadger Ellis, Charles Ellis, Buddy
Ellis, Darrell Ellis, Rick Ellis, Mike Ellis; sisters Shirley Gill, Opal Blankenship,
Sandy Bailey.
Surviving are Freddie J Newman, beloved husband of 61 years; Scott
and Rhonda Groves, son-in-law and daughter of South Carolina; grandson Collin
and granddaughter Cara, both of South Carolina. Also, surviving are her
brothers Jack Ellis of OH, Danny Ellis of OH, Larry Ellis of FL, Harold Ellis
of Bruno, WV, Harmon Ellis Jr. of Chapmanville, WV; and sisters Kaye Roberts of
Chapmanville, WV; Sharon Hatfield of Chapmanville, WV; and Wanda Sites of
Petersburg, WV.
Celebration of her life will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, January 19,
at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with her nephew, James Ellis officiating.
Burial will follow in Forest Memorial Park, Milton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Raleigh
+2018, Beckley, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - July 10, 2018
An Angel in the book of life wrote down our baby's birth, then whispered as she shut the book...."too beautiful
for earth". Ryder-Ray was born sleeping on July 5th, 2018 at Raleigh
General Hospital, weighing 5lbs, 6oz.
He is proceeded in death by his
grandfather, Carl Prince and great uncle, Doyle Ray Boggess Jr, as he is named
for both.
Ryder-Ray is survived by his parents,
Garrett and Jennifer
Blankenship Prince. He is also
survived by his grandparents, Pete
and Kim Torrico, David and Terri Peters Walker, Jerome (J.B.) Blankenship and Linda Wilson. Great grandparents, Glenda Boggess, Don Lyle and
Nelta Peters & David and Twila Walker, Aunt Jessica Yonts and Uncle Mitch,
Aunt Amanda Prince; Great aunt, Pat Boggess. Cousins,
Madison, Lucas, Skyler, Brentley and many other loving family members.
A service will be held at Melton Mortuary Friday at 2pm with
Ryder-Ray's Great Uncle, Rev. Steven Peters officiating. Pallbearers will be
Garrett Prince and Jerome
(J.B.) Blankenship. Burial
will follow at Blue Ridge Cemetery "Garden of Angles"
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Beckley, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - August 1, 2018
George Henry Holtzapfel, age 46 of Beckley, WV passed away at
Cabell Huntington Hosptial in Huntington, WV on Monday July 30, 2018. Born on
May 31, 1972 in Beckley, he was the son of the late Bessie Hall
George was a coal miner for Pinnacle Coal Company. He enjoyed
spending time with his wife, children, grandchilden, and friends. George also
loved Harley Davidson Motorcyles, and guns.
Those survivors left to cherish his memory include his loving wife
Jamie Adkins Holtzapfel; his children,
Cody Deems and wife Cheyenne, of Beckley, and Cortney Blankenship of Beckley.
Three grandchilden, Caydem Lee West, Cayson
Grant West, and Logan Beau Deems.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday August 5, 2018 at 3 PM
with Minister Keith Bostic at Rose and Quesenberry Peace Chapel in Beckley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.wvnews.com/obituaries/billy-j-cole/article_a68d74b8-c72e-11e8-8cbe-470a08b1fede.html
Billy J. Cole, 75 of Beckley, WV went home to be with the Lord in
the early morning hours of Saturday, September 29, 2018. He was born in
Fairdale, WV on May 8, 1943, one of five sons to Grady Cole and Orpha Cozart
Cole.
In 1969 he married his beloved wife of 49 years,
Ginger Ayers Cole in a double wedding ceremony which included the wedding of
his brother Bobby Cole to his late wife Martha Burleson Cole in Alderson,
WV.Bill was a 1962 graduate of Trap Hill High School where he was a standout
athlete in basketball and football. He also attended Beckley College later
completing his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from West Virginia State
College. He began his career with the Beckley Police Department as a patrolman
in 1965 where he spent 42 years ascending to the position of Chief of Police in
1989. His decorated career as a police officer included oversight of the
narcotics division including many years spent as Chief of Detectives prior to
being appointed to the Chief of Police position by the late former Beckley
Mayor Emmett Pugh III.
Mr. Cole was preceded in death by his father, Grady Cole, his
mother, Orpha Cozart Cole and a brother, Frankie Cole.
He is survived by his wife, Ginger Ayers Cole, his son, Dr. Billy J. Cole II and wife Erica Blankenship Cole of Beckley, WV, daughter, Felicia Sue Cole
of Winston-Salem, NC. He is also survived by three brothers, Jimmy Cole and
wife Daisy Cole of Fairdale, WV, Bobby Cole of Eccles, WV, Jerry Cole and wife
Mary Cole of Fairdale, WV. He also leaves behind his paternal aunt, Ruth Cole
Cozart of Beckley, WV. Grandchildren
left behind include Cole
Harrison Blankenship and wife Taylor Bundy Blankenship, Taylor Ann
Blankenship, Billy Joe Cole
III, Brooke Myram Cole, and Hannah Ashton Cole. Great grandchildren include Emerson Claire Blankenship and expected great grandchild Mikah Blaine Hampton. There are also
numerous nieces and nephews left to cherish his memory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Erica Dawn
Blankenship – b.11Jun1972 – Charleston, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYCR-JRZ
Relatives -
Billy Joe Cole II, Carolyn S. White, Charles Harrison Blankenship, Jevon L.
White, Kristal A. White, Paul Sterling White, Wanda A. Blankenship.
2018, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - October 27, 2018
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, October 23rd, 2018, God
missed his angel, reclaiming the life of Gordon Dale Cochran at 68 years of
age.
Battling many illnesses for several years God reunited him with his
beloved wife, Janie Cochran, who has awaited him at Heaven's gates for four
years. Gordon was a fighter, a lover, and an inspiration.
He enjoyed working on his mustang, hunting, and playing with his
grandchildren.
He is survived by his oldest daughter Lisa Combs, son Jamie Hylton,
Jamie's eldest daughter Tisha Boone, her daughter Elle Boone, Jamie's youngest
daughter Jamie-lee Hylton, Gordon's youngest daughter Sherri Richards, Sherri's eldest
daughter Nicole Blankenship, Nicole's oldest son Kaiden Asbury, youngest son Waylon Blankenship , and
Sherri's youngest daughter Gracie King.
Gordon's services have been arranged for Monday, October 29th,
2018, at Blue Ridge Funeral Home at 2 pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Beckley, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - June 19, 2019
Jack Franklin Ambrose passed away at Bowers Hospice House on June
8, 2019, at the age of 88. He was born in Berea, KY on February 23, 1931. He
was the son of the late Nell and Mark Ambrose.
Jack will always be remembered as a food salesman in the Beckley, WV
area, spending his later years in food delivery at Little Debbie® snack cakes.
Jack enjoyed his time as a volunteer for many years at the Helping
Hands Food Pantry. He was also a member of Grace Baptist Church.
Jack was preceded in death by his two grandsons, Todd Smith, and Ty
Meckstroth.
Jack is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Corenna Ambrose;
three daughters, Debbie (Jim) Pauley, Jackie (Rick) Meckstroth and Jamye (Jim)
Elkins; a brother, Bobby (Ginger) Ambrose; grandchildren, Kristin (Chris)
Heldman, Trey (Cassie) Pauley, Colin Pauley, Rikki Meckstroth, Nikki (Freddie)
Wisen, and Josh Holliday; eight great-grandchildren,
Jay, Aaron, Deacon and Luke Pauley, Abby and Kaitlyn Heldman, Alex Blankenship, and Samara Holliday.
Jack's body was donated to the West Virginia School of Osteopathic
Medicine. The memorial service will be held at Grace Baptist Church, 124 Granby
Circle in Beaver, WV at 2 pm, June 22, 2019,
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Besoco, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - January 30, 2019
Tara Elizabeth Akers, 39, of Besoco, WV, went home to be with the
Lord on Monday, January 28, 2019. Born on December 17, 1979 in Beckley, she was
the daughter of Clarence and Sadie McKinney Akers of Besoco.
Tara was of the Pentecostal Faith. She had a kind heart and loved
everyone, especially her family. Tara loved spending as much time as possible
with her family. Her daughter Cierra was the light of her life.
Tara is preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Coy and Bessie
McKinney, and paternal grandparents Lacy and Goldie Akers.
Those left to cherish her memory, other than her parents, are her
only daughter, Cierra and husband Michael Dean of Crab Orchard; sister, Teresa
and husband Frank Roberts of Beckley; sister, Tracy Lose of Mt. Holly, NC, and
a brother Clarence "Dwayne" Akers Jr. of Besoco; nieces, Tonia
Blankenship of Beckley,
Courtni and husband Brandon Patrick of Glen Daniel, Bethanie Roberts and fiancé
Cody Lucas of Beckley; nephew and niece Ryan and Brenna Lose of Mt. Holly, NC,
and a niece Kayleigh Akers of Besoco; great
niece and nephew, Karressa
and Nathaniel Blankenship of
Beckley, and great niece Amara Patrick of Glen Daniel. She also had an honorary
sister, Kathy Shrewsberry of Prince, WV. A host of other family and friends
also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at Rose and Quesenberry Peace
Chapel in Beckley on Friday, February 1, 2019 at 1 pm, with Evangelist Mark
Spence officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum in
Beckley. Pallbearers will be Chris Meador, Jacob Wall, Thomas Wall, Cody Lucas,
Brandon Patrick and David McKinney.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Crab Orchard,
Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - March 5, 2019
Patty Hogan, 75, of
Crab Orchard, WV, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019. Born on February 14,
1944 in Lester, WV, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Edward Blankenship and Alice L. Martin Blankenship.
Patty was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who
loved and cherished her family. She was an avid Washington Redskins fan.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
sister, a niece and a great-nephew.
She is survived by her son, Mark Hogan; daughter, Gina Hogan-Valyi;
brother, Eddie Blankenship and his wife, Mettie; brother, Jackie
Blankenship and his wife,
Janis; brother, Johnny Blankenship ; sister,
Benita Milam and her husband, Ray; grandchildren,
Nicole and Heather; great-grandchildren, Nevaeh and Declan; and several nieces
and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm, in the Chapel of Blue
Ridge Funeral Home with Pastor Ricky Martin officiating. Burial will follow in
the Peace Garden of Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Crab Orchard,
Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - April 25, 2019
Roger Haven Blankenship, age 68 [1951], of Crab Orchard, WV, passed away Wednesday, April 24,
2019.
Arrangements by Rose and Quesenberry,
Beckley, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Crab Orchard,
Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/obituary/roger-h-blankenship?fh_id=10907
Roger Haven Blankenship, 68, of Crab
Orchard, WV passed away Wednesday, April, 24, 2019 at the VA Hospital, Pittsburgh,
[Allegheny Co.,] PA, while
awaiting a liver transplant. Born May 30, 1950 in Pineville,
to the late Haven and Freda Reid Blankenship.
Roger was a US Air Force Veteran. He
received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Concord College.
He worked as a coal miner for many years and retired from the US Postal
Service.
Roger was a avid
"Harley" enthuist/rider. His hobbies include building vintage
motorcycles, 4-wheeling, hunting, traveling, music and dancing.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in
death by his brother, Pete A, Pizzino and his first wife, Judy Smith Blankenship, the mother of
his sons.
Survivors include his loving wife,
Rose
Bullins Blankenship; two sons, Damian and Sarah Blankenship of Meadow
Bridge, their daughter Hannah, and Jeremy and Heather
Blankenship of Sophia; three daughters, Amanda Acord of Ashland, Ky, and Ashley and Jason
Mullins of Scarbro, their daughters, Kailey and Emma, and a daughter, Desi Blankenship at home; three sisters,
Diana
Blankenship-Penn of Stanaford, Pamela Blankenship-Payne of Beckley and Bridgette
Blankenship of MacArthur.
Service will be 12 noon on Tuesday, April
30, 2019, at Rose and Quesenberry Peace Chapel in Beckley, with Bishop Jerryd
Clyburn officiating. Entombment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens Mausoleum
of Hope, Beckley. Military graveside rites will be conducted by the American
Legion Post 32 Honor Guard. Family and Friends will serve as pallbearers.
+2018, Daniels, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - August 31, 2018
Nancy Ellen Tolliver Lilly, age 92, of Daniels, WV, passed away at
her home on Thursday, August 30, 2018. Born on May 8, 1926, at Cool Ridge, she
was the daughter of the late James Green Tolliver and Milinda Isabella Lilly
Tolliver.
Mrs. Lilly was a homemaker and attended the Little Bluestone
Primitive Baptist Church at Jumping Branch. She enjoyed sewing and spending
time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Thomas Robert Lilly, by siblings, Naaman Tolliver, Lizzy Shively, Mintie
Sweeney, Woodrow Tolliver, Ruth Matherly, Nora Bowen, Stephen Tolliver and
Ursula Wood. She was the youngest, and the last
surviving member in her immediate family.
Those survivors left to cherish her memory include her daughters, Linda Lee Blankenship and husband
Johnny, of Daniels, Sandra Kay Lilly of Daniels,
and Susan McGrady Richmond and husband Ronnie, of Beaver; grandsons, Jeffrey
Richmond and wife Jackie, and Steven Richmond, all of Denver, CO, Christopher
McGrady and wife Jessica, of Walton, KY, and Patrick McGrady of New London, CT;
great grandchildren, Brenna McGrady, Lachlan McGrady and Elowyn McGrady. Many
nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at Rose and Quesenberry Funeral
Home Shady Spring Chapel at 3 pm on Sunday, September 2, 2018, with Elder Tommy
Pack officiating. Burial will follow at Tom Lilly Cemetery at Ghent, WV.
Grandsons and nephews will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
John A.
Blankenship – b.06Jul1946 – Daniels, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYCR-NRB
Relatives -
Linda Lee Blankenship.
Linda Lee
Blankenship – b.30Jun1947 - Daniels, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYCR-NR5
Relatives -
Johnnie Blankenship.
+2018, Daniels, Raleigh
Co., WV, Death
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - September 8, 2018
Linda Lee Lilly Blankenship of Daniels, WV, passed away Saturday,
September 8, 2018.
Arrangements by Rose and Quesenberry, Shady
Spring, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Daniels, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - September 13, 2018
Jurline "Jo" Carol Reid Dixon
Reed, 78 [December 27, 1939], of Daniels, WV, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018. Daughter to the late
Harry James and Mary Jane Baugh Reid of
Sabine.
Jurline grew up in Wyoming County, having lived in Huntington, WV,
Lexington, KY, and Lakeland, FL, before moving closer to family in Daniels.
Mrs. Reed was also preceded in death by late husband Ronnie Reed of
Lexington, KY, and Arthur Lee Dixon the father of her son, Arthur Dale Dixon;
three sisters, Freda Blankenship of Daniels, Pauline Burleson of Sabine and
Dorothy Whitt of Dearborn, MI, and a brother, Herbert Reid of Glen Fork.
Survivors include her son, Arthur Dale Dixon of Proctorville, OH;
her sister, Juanita Phillips and fiancé Roger Gunter of Beckley; brothers, Kyle
Reid and wife, Patty of Hiram Heights, OH, and Harry Reid Jr. and wife, Phyllis
of Glen Rogers; special friend and neighbor, Mike Vernatt of Daniels, who
referred to her as "Mommy Jo", a granddaughter, Lindsey Dale Dixon of
Ceredo WV; a grandson, Cory Sampson of Daniels and many special friends, nieces
and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at Rose and Quesenberry Peace
Chapel in Beckley, on Monday, September 17, 2018, at 1PM with Rev. Ernie Junior
Moye officiating. Burial will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens at Matheny, WV.
Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Daniels, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - August 1, 2019
Ida "Ina" Gross, 92, went to be with our Lord and Savior
on Tuesday morning, July 30, 2019 in her home at Daniels surrounded by family.
She was born in Todd, NC, on November 12, 1926 to the late Arnold Glendon and
Hester Wilcox.
Ina's love for her family was evident in all that she did. One of her
greatest legacies is that her children walk in the Truth of the gospel of Jesus
Christ. She enjoyed flowers, sewing, reading, painting and swimming. Ina was a
long-time member of Daniels Bible Church.
Ina is also preceded in death by her brothers and sisters: Basil
Wilcox, Arnold Wilcox, John L. Wilcox, A.G. Wilcox, Nina (Wilcox) Dodd, and
Helen (Wilcox) Anderson.
A loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother, she is survived by her husband of 73 years, Kenneth Gross;
daughters: Ellen Moye (Skip) of Dayton, OH, Milissa Meador (Eddie) of Monroe,
NC, Milinda Morrison (David) of Grandview, WV, and Neida Gross of Westminster,
CO; grandchildren: Mike Moye, Marc
Moye, Amanda (Moye) Whitsel, Jason Meador, Devin Morrison, Erika (Morrison) Blankenship, Demi (Morrison) McManaman and 12
great-grandchildren. Ina is also survived by her brother, Douglas Wilcox of
Shady Spring, WV.
Funeral services will be conducted at Rose and Quesenberry Funeral
Home Shady Spring Chapel at 1 pm, Friday, August 2, 2019, with Mr. Paige Ward
officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at Prosperity, WV. Pallbearers will be Skip Moye, Marc
Moye, Eddie Meador, Jason Meador, David Morrison and Brandon Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Glen Daniel, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 17, 2019
Emma Jean Morgan Keene, 69, of Glen Daniel, passed away on
Wednesday, March 13, 2019, at Raleigh General Hospital. She was the daughter of
Lark Morgan Sr. and Tressie Kennedy Morgan.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters Geneva Blankenship and Donna Cosetino; and three brothers Herman, Burley, and June
Morgan.
Survivors include her husband of 42 years James H. Keene. She had
three daughters Bethel Paynter (Steve Norby) of Longmont, CO; Sandra Smith
(Mark Shrewsbury) of San Antonio, TX: and Ellen Soliman, of Glen Daniel, WV.
She had two sons James A. Keene (Debbie Perdue) of Roanoke, VA, and Roger Keene
of Bland, VA.
She leaves behind several foster children that she and her husband
helped to raise. Her surviving brothers are Calvin Morgan of Chicago, IL; and
Joseph Morgan (Joan) of Talcott, WV. Also left to cherish her memory are nine
grandchildren, Kevin Marcum of Crany, WV; Corey Paynter of Longmont, CO; Travis
Marcum of Charleston, WV; Ryan Thacker of Glen Daniel, WV; Heather Peterson,
Kymberly Holcomb, and Charlie Keene of Roanoke, WV; and Madison and Jonathan
Keene of Bland, VA. She had five great-grandchildren and one on the way.
Funeral will be at noon on Monday, March 18, 2019, at the Stafford
Family Funeral Home in Lynco, WV. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial
Gardens, Beckley, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Lanark, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - April 17, 2019
Robert Wriston Crouch, 93, of Lanark, WV, went home to be with the Lord on
Monday, April 15, 2019 at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, [Raleigh Co., WV]. Born on March 3, 1926 in Beckley, he was the son of the
late Lawrence Benjamin Crouch and Easter Edith Meadows Crouch.
Mr. Crouch was retired from Consolidated Coal Company as a coal
miner at the age of 70. He also worked in the construction of Summersville Dam
and started his working career for Beckley Ice Cream Company. He was a member
of Stanaford Missionary Baptist Church since January 5, 1975 (under pastorship
of Rev. Phillip Lilly). Mr. Crouch was a member of the UMWA, loved working in
his lawn mowing grass and traveling on the roads in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister
Pernie Smith; brothers Homer, Warren and Buford Crouch, and a special
granddaughter, Michelle Rehm.
Those survivors left to cherish his memory include his wife of 67
years, Margaret Gillespie Crouch; two daughters,
Robin Blankenship and husband
James D. Blankenship, of Ripley, and Peggy Griffith and husband
Keith of Shady Spring; one son, Robert Crouch and wife Dorothy of Piney View; a
sister Jeanette Vest of Beckley; a granddaughter Caryn Tabor and husband
Joshua, and three great grandchildren, Addison, Gunnar, and Sawyer Tabor.
A memorial service will be held at Rose and Quesenberry Peace
Chapel in Beckley on Friday, April 19, 2019 at 3 pm, with Rev. Delvin D. Elwell
Jr. officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Lester, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - September 13, 2019
Elder William "Verne" Blankenship, 75, of Lester, passed away Tuesday,
September 10, 2019. Born April 14, 1944 in Maben, WV, he was the son of the
late Hiley Homer and Hazel
Dixon Blankenship.
He was a former manager of Tomchins Furniture in Mullens. Verne
loved gardening and especially spending time with his grandchildren. He was a
member of New Zion Baptist Church. Verne had a servant heart and his love in
life was serving God.
He is survived by his wife,
Ruth Ann Fain Blankenship; son,
Jerry of Lester; daughter, Milena Belcher and husband Brian of Welch; grandchildren, Holly Blankenship of Beckley, Brianna Meade of Lester,
Marissa Beckner of Beaver, Andrew
Blankenship of Lester, Blake
Meade of Lester, Jaime, Jenna and Kaylee Belcher all of Welch;
great-granddaughter, Emery Beckner; brothers
and sisters, Rodney
Blankenship (Joan) of Las
Vegas, Janice Lane (Claude) of Rural Retreat, VA, Shirley Phillips of Saulsville, June Cline (Edward)
of Welch, Louise Adams of Coal City, Betty Kuppusami (Kuppy) of Bluefield, VA and Harold Blankenship (Gloria) of New Richmond.
Services will be 11 am, Sunday, September 15, 2019, in the Calfee
Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Russell McCoy, Gene Green and Roger Walker
officiating. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Prosperity, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - November 20, 2019
Twilla Mae Dalton Canady, 67, of Prosperity WV, went to be with her
Heavenly Father on Friday, November 15, 2019 while at the Bower's Hospice
House. Born April 1, 1952 in Pemberton, WV. She was
the daughter of the late Billy Dalton and Edna Mae Martin Dalton.
She loved to attend church at Soak Creek Gospel Tabernacle and
listening to gospel music.
She also is preceded in death by her sisters Debra Dalton, and
Cathy Dalton Goss, also her brothers
Billy Dalton and Alan Ray
Blankenship.
Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 50 years
Gary Lynn Canady Sr. Her children Gary Lynn Canady Jr., Timothy Edward Canady,
and Amanda Yvonne Thompson (Joshua Thompson). Also, her
grandchildren Morgan Lester, Addison Thompson, Tyler Lester, Noah Canady, Lillian
Thompson and her great grandchild Sophee Lester. Surviving siblings, Lowery Dalton (Sabrina),
Kimberly Young (Alan), Alice James, Ginger Lester (Toney), Robert Blankenship and Brian Blankenship. Along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 12:00 pm, on Saturday, November 23, 2019
at Melton Mortuary, Harper Rd, Beckley WV, with Pastor Denny Hughes
officiating. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Shady Spring, Raleigh Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - September 2, 2018
Norma Jean Gunter, 83, of Shady Spring passed away Saturday,
September 1, 2018. Born January 29, 1935, on Maxwell Hill, near Beckley, WV,
she was the daughter of the late Earl and Sarah Wilson Arthur.
Norma was a member of Beckley First Baptist Church, Women's Circle
Group, the American Baptist Women's Ministries and White Cross Ministries.
Norma was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and
friend. Each day she was a role model as she lived out her faith. She had a
heart for missions and served in Nicaragua, Costa Rico, Haiti, and Mexico. She
was known for her love of travel, reading, writing, cooking, sewing, gardening
and birds.
Norma was a '52 graduate of WWHS, Bluefield State College, she earned her degree of Master in Science from
Marshall University. Norma was an RN at Beckley Hospital and in the oncology
department at the Beckley VAMC.
Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband,
Lonnie O. Gunter, Jr., and brother David Arthur.
Survivors include her daughters, Kelley Gunter of Clayton, WV, and
Marcia Gabor and her husband Steve of West Jefferson, OH; grandchildren, Robert, Charlie, Clayton Blankenship
and Lauren Gabor; great grandchildren,
Chloe, Kira and Jordan
Blankenship and John Williams;
sisters, Carrie Wray of Beckley and Gail Bartlett of Wilkes-Barre, PA; and a
host of beloved nieces and nephews.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Beckley
First Baptist Church, 422 Neville St., with Pastor Doc Adkins officiating.
Burial will follow in Wildwood Cemetery. Calfee Funeral Home, Beckley.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Sophia, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - June 19, 2019
Mary M. "Lena" Lovell Darnell, 97 of Sophia, gained her angel wings Monday, June 17,
2019. She was born April 10, 1922 at Spencer, VA. She Lena was the daughter of
Samuel Wade and Lula Stone Lovell.
Mary was disabled from Pinecrest Hospital after 12 years of
service. She was a member of the Memorial Baptist Church of Beckley, WV. In her
younger years she and her daughter, Jenny sang at local churches in the Sophia
and surrounding areas.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by sons, Aaron
C. Darnell and Delmar Thomas Darnell, Jr., grandson, Steven Darnell and
brothers, Kermit, Dudley, Frank, and infant brother William Carlos Lovell.
Lena will be sadly missed by her children, Jennifer
Lou Blankenship (Leonard) of Tampa, FL, Steven Dale Darnell (Diane) of Fairdale, WV and
Larry Dean Darnell (Vickie) of Prosperity, WV; two daughters-in-law, Helen
Darnell of Martinsburg, WV and Gloria Jean Darnell of MacArthur, WV; sister,
Betty Prillaman of Martinsville, VA; grandchildren,
David Darnell, Daria Darnell, Timothy Darnell, Thomas "Tommy"
Darnell, Tammy Engel, Michael
Blankenship, Diana Chipley,
Jeffrey Canterbury, Jennifer Harbert, and Holly Darnell; great-grandchildren, Hana Darnell, Caroline Darnell, Charlie
Darnell, Brittany Burgess, Zachary Engel, Lily Blankenship, Averie and Remington Harbert.
Funeral services will be at held at 2 pm, with Doctor Charles
Bright officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in the
Garden of the Good Shepherd. Blueridge funeral home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Stanaford, Raleigh
Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - March 4, 2019
Loretta June Lilly Semenske, age 85, completed her earthly journey
to her new home in Heaven on Sunday, March 3, 2019. Born on November 8, 1933,
at Lilly, WV, she was the daughter of the late Darrel Lilly and Edith Ware
Lilly.
June loved to quilt and make throws for family and friends. She
attended Skelton Freewill Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, June was preceded in death by her
husband, Edward Semenske, and a sister, Sue Boggs.
Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Charles and wife
Debbie; son, Steve and wife Mary, son, Jeff of the home and fiance Angela;
daughter, Barbara and husband Warren Burkhart, daughter, Christa and husband
Mark Blankenship; a brother, William "Bill" Lilly
of Alabama; two sisters, Shelby Liddle, and Pat Tolliver and husband Dave, all
of Beckley; grandchildren, Brian Semenske, Chuck Semenske, Justin Semenske,
Micah Tucker, Logan Tucker, Caden Tucker, Eric Burkhart, Mandy Burkhart, Kim
Runion, Robin Smith, Ashley Vernatter, Amanda Day, Joseph Peters; great
grandchildren, Brandon Runion, Chad Runion and wife, Shawna, Payton Semenske,
Kendall Semenske, Abby Semenske, Little Brian Semenske, Kelsey Smith, Maddy
Smith, Emily Smith, Bobby Shawver, Madison Semenske, Emma Semenske, Nick
Harvey, Jacob Harvey, Trent Day, Gabriella Day, Kayleigh Peters, Bentley
Peters, Max Cafferila, Bella Smith and Kensley Maynard. Many nieces and nephews
also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at Rose and Quesenberry Peace
Chapel in Beckley on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at noon with Rev. Daniel Legg
officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at Prosperity,
WV. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Randolph
+2018, Elkins, Randolph
Co., WV, Obituary
Donald "Donnie B"
Richard Blankenship, 89, a resident of Elkins, passed from this life Saturday,
November 30, 2019, at Elkins Rehabilitation and Care Center. he
was born Friday, January 3, 1930, in Richwood, a son of the late Pearl Effie
Hammons.
Donnie proudly served his
country in the United States Army for twenty years. Prior to his retirement he
was employed as an Artillery Chief. Donnie had a passion for bowling. He
started as a young child and continued to bowl until the age of 88. Donnie
adored children and was a bowling instructor for children at the Elkins
Recreation Center. Donnie was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Elkins.
Preceding him in death
besides his parents was one brother,
Ray Gene Blankenship.
On December 12, 2004, in
Beverly, Donnie married the former Mary Elizabeth O’Brien who survives at home.
Also left to cherish his memory are four children,
Patty Ann Smith and husband Herb of Damascus, OR, Missy Bodkin of
Elkins, Sandra Mustain and husband Mike of Chimacum, WA, and Ricky Roxby and wife
Suzie of Chula Vista, CA, six grandchildren, Brian, Stephanie, Herbie, Danielle
Smith, Trey and Athena Bodkin, four great-grandchildren, Brodie, Gage, Kemper,
and Chloe Smith, and one sister, Judy Ellen Ritchie and husband Rick of
Ashland, OH.
Interment will be private in
the American Legion’s Little Arlington Cemetery in Elkins and a Celebration of
Life will be held at a later date.
2018, Valley Head, Randolph Co., WV, Obituary
Martinsville
Bulletin (VA) - October 21, 2018
Gary M. Dannegger, 60, of Valley Head, WV, passed away September
19, 2018. Gary was born in Weehawken, NJ, on November 25, 1957 to Warner Max
Dannegger, father (deceased) and mother, Lois Maureen Dannegger Gravely.
Gary was raised and lived in Patrick County, VA. He graduated
Patrick County High School in 1976. He left Virginia to be an employee at
Snowshoe, WV, as a chair lift operator, until his lengthy illness and he passed
away at his home in Valley Head, WV.
Survivors are his mother, Lois Gravely of Martinsville, VA; two sisters, Carla Carter of Martinsville
and Lori Blankenship of Peru, IN; and many relatives and
friends
Burial will be private
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lori D.
Blankenship – b.24Sep1963 - Peru, IN;
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY7S-LBD
Relatives -
Drexel D. Blankenship, Georgia T. Blankenship.
Drexel D.
Blankenship – b.06Feb1963 - Peru, IN;
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY7S-PQQ
Relatives - Lori
D. Blankenship.
Summers
+2018, Pipestem, Summers Co., WV, Obituary
Bluefield Daily Telegraph (WV) - December 24, 2018
Paul Caperton 87 of Pipestem, died Saturday, December 22, 2018 at
Springfield Center in Lindside, [Monroe Co., WV]. Born in Pettry on June 27, 1931, he was the son of the
late Daniel Clarence and Bessie Odell Easter Caperton.
Paul previously worked for General Motors in Flint, Michigan,
Hercules in Covington, Virginia and retired from Pipestem State Park. He was a
U.S. Army veteran and a member of the Cook's Chapel Baptist Church in Pipestem.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son,
Benny Paul Caperton, two sisters Pauline Blankenship and Ruby Clemons and two brothers, Wesley
and Hershel Anderson.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Margaret Lucille Houchins
Caperton. Daughter, Jennifer Caperton Belcher and husband Kevin of Peterstown. Grandchildren, Victoria, Chase and Whitney Belcher. Sisters, Gay Pennington and husband Jimmy of Burton, Michigan and
Anna Lee Meadows of Green Springs. Several nieces and
nephews.
Services to celebrate the life of Paul Caperton will be held 2:00
pm, Wednesday, December 26, 2018, from the Cook's Chapel Baptist Church,
Pipestem with Pastor Dallas Peyton, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in
Houchins Family Cemetery with military honors conducted by the West Virginia
National Guard Honor Guard. John Allen, Greg Weatherly, Benny Dickenson, Jimmy
Spangler, Tom Worley and Rocky Mansfield will serve as pallbearers. Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center on the Athens Road
in Princeton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wayne
+2018, Ceredo, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - January 24, 2018
Bonita Dawn Kelley,
62, of Ceredo, WV, went to be with her Lord on January 20, 2018. She was born
March 5, 1955, to Charles L.
Blankenship and Minnie Mae Romine Blankenship.
Bonita was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother
and will be deeply missed. She worked for the Wayne County Board of Education
for 25 years, where she was known as Miss Bonnie.
She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Lilly Mae
Blankenship, Irene Marie Blankenship, Ronnie Blankenship
and Chuck Blankenship Jr.
Left behind to mourn her loss are her husband, Tommie Lee Kelley
Sr.; her children, Samantha Swanson (Nick), Tommie L. Kelley Jr. (Cindy) and
Richard D. Kelley (Hope); siblings, Terry Weaver, Stanley
Blankenship (Kathy), Tracy Blankenship , Crystal Hudnall, Timothy Blankenship , Mitchell Blankenship
(Debbie), Jeffery Blankenship (Diane)
and Eric Blankenship. Also mourning her loss are grandchildren,
Lacey Kelley, Kyleigh Kelley, Abbey Kelley, Ryan Kelley, Richard Kelley Jr.,
Drew Holland, Elex Jones, Tristian Robertson; great-grandchildren, Xavier Turley,
Baby Ronan, Brantley Kelley, Evie Holland and Harper Jones; sisters-in-law,
Joyce Howard and Patricia Sirop; brothers-in-law, James A. Kelley (Donna) and
Danny Kelley; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, January 25,
2018, at Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home with Pastor Phillip Stapleton officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Dunlow, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/JESSIE-BLANKENSHIP-obituary?pid=189141109
Jessie James Blankenship, 74, of Dunlow, WV, passed away Monday, May 28, 2018, at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born
April 4, 1944, in Pike County, KY, a son of the late Lloyd and Hattie Blankenship.
His wife, Brenda Sue Blankenship, also preceded him in death along with
three brothers, Lloyd Blankenship Jr., Bobby Blankenship
and Lewis Blankenship; one sister,
Betty Ann Blankenship; three sons, Bobby Blankenship, Jessie Blankenship Jr., and Martin Wolford; and one grandson,
Travis Norman.
He leaves behind two daughters,
Lovada "Love" (Catfish) Day and Hennrietta Blankenship Grimmett of Dunlow; 12 grandchildren,
Sadie (Steven) Grimmett of Radnor, WV, James D. Owens of Dunlow, Jessie
Grimmett of Genoa, Cody (Tina) Grimmett also of Genoa, Dakota (Tyesha) Grimmett
of East Lynn, WV, LaDawnna (Justin) Owens of Dunlow, Brian (Ashley) Norman of
Wayne, WV, Timothy Wolford, Amanda Wolford of Phelps, KY, Nicole Lambert, Ella
Lambert, Elva Lambert, all of Dunlow, and Rachel Adams of Dunlow; four
great-grandchildren, Madison Carroll, Mercedes Norman, Nevaeh Norman, Jayden
Norman; special girls, Raylin Boyd and Kylee Boyd; and one great-grandson,
Tucker Grimmett, on the way. Also surviving are three sisters, Vivian Kay Blankenship of
Phelps, KY, Nervie Whitt of OH, and Merlin Blankenship of VA; and a host of friends and family.
Funeral services will be conducted at noon Thursday, May 31, 2018,
at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne, WV, with Pastor James Carter
officiating. Burial will follow at the Blankenship-Day Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Dunlow, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - October 10, 2018
Richard Curtis Maynard, 47, of Dunlow, WV, passed away at his
residence on Thursday, October 4, 2018. He was born on November 28, 1970, in
Huntington, WV, and worked as a carpenter and roofer.
His father, Millard "Buck" Maynard, preceded him in
death, along with grandparents, Raymond and Josephine Maynard and John and
Eunice Jordan.
He leaves behind his mother, Mary Lou Maynard, and his companion
and soul mate, Anne Smith, both of Dunlow; his children, Maryanne Maynard of Dunlow, Joshua Jervis of Canada, KY,
Rhonda Jervis and Brittany Jervis, both of Williamson, WV, Johnathan Marcum,
currently serving in the military in South Korea, and Kimberly Blankenship of Fort Gay, WV; one sister, Peggy (John)
Fletcher of Genoa, WV; and a host of family and friends too numerous to
mention.
Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 9,
2018, at Ferguson Branch House of Prayer with Brother George Thornhill
officiating. Burial followed in the Buck Maynard Cemetery. Johnson
Tiller Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, East Lynn, Wayne
Co., WV, Funeral
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Oct. 31,
2018
Brenda G. Blankenship, 67, of East Lynn, died October 30, 2018, in Cabell Huntington Hospital.
There will be a graveside service 1 pm Thursday, Mose Asbury
Cemetery. Procession to the cemetery will leave Johnson Tiller Funeral Home at
12:15 pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, East Lynn, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.johnsontillerfuneralhome.com/notices/Brenda-Blankenship
Brenda G. Blankenship, 67, of East
Lynn, W.Va., passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at Cabell
Huntington Hospital. She was born
October 19, 1951 in East Lynn, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Perle and Letha
Ross Blankenship.
Survivors include one sister, Linda Pearl Napier and her
husband Edgar Jr., of East Lynn; two brothers, Barney Edgar
Blankenship and his wife Naomi Arlene, and Raymond Lynton Blankenship and his wife
Patricia Anne, of Wayne; two children, Perry Monroe Hunt and Valarie Gay
Camberlin, both of Cleveland, Oh.; one granddaughter, Lynetta Camberlin, also
of Cleveland; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews,
extended family, and friends.
Family, friends, and
neighbors are all invited and welcome to attend the graveside services at 1 pm,
Thursday, November 1, 2018 at the Mose Asbury Cemetery with Brother Mark Jarrell
officiating. Procession to the cemetery
will leave Johnson Tiller Funeral Home at 12:15 p.m.
+2019, East Lynn, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - June 5, 2019
Oscar G. Napier, 79, of East Lynn, WV, went home to be with the
Lord on May 31, 2019, at his residence. He was born March 6, 1940, at Logan, WV,
a son of the late Oscar Tate and Opal Ama Damron Napier.
He was a former truck driver for C. I. Whitten Company and served
as a mechanic in the U.S. Air Force.
A sister, Judith Webb, also preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Carolyn Napier; a daughter,
Kimberly Bailey of Wayne, WV; two grandsons, Caleb Napier (Monica) of Wayne, WV,
and Gary A. Napier of East Lynn, WV; three great-grandchildren, Ryleighn
Napier, Kadence Napier, and Baby Napier, all of Wayne, WV; two sisters, Patricia Blankenship (Raymond) of Wayne, WV, and Ama Napier of
Huntington, WV; and a host of additional family and friends.
Funeral services were conducted at 1 pm, Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at
Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Pastor Tracy Call officiating.
Burial followed in Elmwood Cemetery at Wayne with military graveside rites
conducted by American Legion Post 89.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Fort Gay, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - March 21, 2018
Patricia Ann Fleming, 82, of Fort Gay, WV, died Thursday, March 15,
2018, at Rivers Bend Health Care, South
Point, [Lawrence Co.,] Ohio. She was born December 23, 1935, in
Fort Gay, a daughter of the late Harry and Zelda Christian Lester.
Funeral services were 2 p.m. Sunday, March 18, 2018, at Morris
Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, by Pastor Tim Preston. Burial followed in Mount
Vernon Cemetery, Wayne.
Pat was a homemaker and member of the Greenbrier Missionary Baptist
Church.
Also preceding her in death were three sisters, Mildred Maynard,
Kathleen Branon and Barbara Lester; three brothers, Ralph Lester, George Lester
and Audrea Lester; a special niece
and nephew, Wilma Blankenship and Brent Lester.
Survivors include her loving husband of 61 years, Robert Fleming;
two daughters, Kelly Perry and husband Mike of Louisa, Ky., Amy Robertson and
husband Raymond of Fort Gay; four grandchildren, Daniel Perry, Shelby Thomas
and husband Jonathan, Camron Robertson and Chase Robertson; and a
great-granddaughter, Zayla Thomas.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Fort Gay, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - December 3, 2019
Bascom Castle, 88, of Fort Gay, widower of Geneva
Blankenship Castle, died Dec.
2 at home.
He owned Sunnyside Auto Repair.
Funeral service will be at 11 am, Dec. 7, at Young Funeral Home,
Louisa, KY. Burial will be in Castle Cemetery, Fort Gay.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Fort Gay, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.youngfuneralhomeinc.com/notices/Bascom-Castle
Bascom Castle, 88, of Fort Gay, WV went
home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 2, 2019 at his home. Bascom was
born December 7, 1930 in Fort Gay, WV to the late John J. and Bulah (Daniels)
Castle.
Bascom was a Korean War Veteran, having
served his country in the Army. He was the best Sharpshooter in his company,
scoring 196 out of 200 bullseyes. Bascom attended Fort Gay United Methodist
Church. He loved baseball and football, and enjoyed watching the Reds and the
Bengals. Bascom was the owner of Sunnyside Auto Repair and was an excellent mechanic.
He would help anyone in need. More than
anything, Bascom loved his family.
In addition to his parents, Bascom was
preceded in death by his wife Geneva (Blankenship) Castle and his brothers
Kelly Castle and John "Bud" Castle, Jr.
Survivors include his children John (Lou
Von) Castle, Patricia (Jerry) Leinen, and Kristi (Tony) Ward; grandchildren
Abigail Baker, Daniel Baker, Shawna Kirchman, Tyler Ward, and Ali Ward; 5 great
grandchildren; sister Eula "Boots" Caudill; and two cousins he considered
brothers Howard Castle and Hubert "JR" Castle.
Funeral services will be conducted
Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the Young Funeral Home Chapel with
Rev. Kyle Peake officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in
the Castle Cemetery in Fort Gay.
2018, Kenova, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Deborah-Ann-Blankenship-106048352
Deborah Ann Blankenship, January 2, 1956 - April 22, 2018, Kenova, West Virginia
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Kenova, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com/obituary/deborah-blankenship-
Deborah Ann Blankenship, 62 of Kenova,
WV passed away Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She
was born January 2, 1956 in Huntington, WV, a daughter of the late Walter Sonny
Donald and Margaret Alice Hutchinson.
As per Deborah’s wishes, she will be
cremated and there will be no services at our funeral home.
Deborah A.
Blankenship – b.02Jan1956 – Huntington, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYCW-PLG
Relatives -
Herbert Blankenship, James Douglas Donald, Jason Douglas Donald, Jessica D.
Chapman, Margaret A. Donald, Sonny Donald, Tawnia Donald, Victoria D. Donald,
Virginia Sue Noe, Walter D. Donald.
Herbert
Blankenship – b.17Nov1956 – Kenova, WV: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJ28-ZDR1
+2018, Lavalette, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - August 19, 2018
Glenna Ramona Artrip, 65, of Lavalette, WV, passed away Tuesday,
August 14, 2018, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington, [Cabell Co., WV]. She was born February 2, 1953, at Welch,
WV, a daughter of Norma Thompson of Huntington and the late Glen Howard
Thompson.
Glenna was a retired administrator with Mariner Health Care and was
a member of the Eastern Star.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her
brother, Norman Howard Thompson.
She is also survived by her loving husband, Larry Artrip of Lavalette, WV; two daughters,
Terrina Blankenship of
Genoa, WV, and Crystal Mills of Wayne; a stepson, Chris Artrip (Leanna) of
Lavalette, WV; one sister, April Schmucker of Genoa, WV; ten grandchildren, Dwight Blankenship, Katie Blankenship, Tristan Blankenship, Shane Blankenship,
Ethan Meade, Emily Mills, Joshua Mills, Carrie Broce, Taylor Thompson and Tommy
Artrip; and three great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 21,
2018, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Terrina Ramona
Blankenship – b.07Apr1977 - Genoa, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2S9B-W5H
Relatives -
Dwight Dale Blankenship.
Dwight Dale
Blankenship – b.30Oct1973 - Genoa, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2S9B-W5D
Relatives -
Terrina Ramona Blankenship.
+2018, Lavalette, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - August 31, 2018
Judith L. Webb, 68, of Lavalette, WV, passed away Wednesday, August
29, 2018, at her home. She was born August 4, 1950, in Huntington, WV, the
daughter of the late Oscar and Opal Napier.
Judy is survived by her loving husband, Rodney Webb of Lavalette;
one son, Alex Webb (Sandy) of Wayne; one daughter, Veronica Rose (Floyd) of
Ansted, WV; one brother, Gary Napier (Carolyn) of East Lynn; two sisters, Ama Napier of Huntington and Patty Blankenship (Raymond) of Wayne;
five grandchildren, Aaryn Webb, A. J. Rose, Hailey Rose, Shelby Rose and Lily
Rose; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted 1 pm Saturday, September 1,
2018, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Pastor Danny Krantz officiating.
Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Lavalette, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - October 8, 2018
Charles Elmer Napier, 64, of Lavalette, WV, died Monday, October 1,
2018, at his residence. He was born November 21, 1953, in Huntington, a son of
Robert Lee Napier of Huntington and Lois Gaynelle Napier of Huntington.
He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and a former mail carrier for the
United States Postal Service. He was a member of the Huntington VFW Post 1064.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a son and
daughter-in-law, Jason D. and Veronica Napier of South Point, Ohio; three
daughters and spouses, Christy Napier and Brian Turkalo of Charlotte, N.C.,
Lesley Ziegler and Tony Ziegler of Windermere, Fla., Jessica Dawn Napier and
Latoya Napier of Barboursville; seven grandchildren, Jacob Napier, Maxwell
Napier, Isiah Napier, Corinne Napier-Turkalo, Audrey Napier-Turkalo, Laken
Ziegler and Jaiden Ziegler; and three sisters
and brothers-in-law, Laura
and Mark Blankenship of
Huntington, Judy and Roger Waugh of Huntington and Patsy and Mitch Smith of
Clemmons, N.C.
A memorial service is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 9, at
Chapman's Mortuary.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Mark Allen
Blankenship – b.08Aug1953 - Huntington, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KYCK-SQR
Relatives - Angela
F. Blankenship, Ben A. Blankenship, Laura Jane Blankenship, Mary Jane
Blankenship, Or Laura J. Blankenship, Or Shirley J. Blankenship, Paul F.
Blankenship, Terry L. Blankenship.
2018, Lavalette,
Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - December 7, 2018
After a hard-fought battle with an aggressive cancer, Larry Taylor
Artrip, 76, left us to be with the Lord on November 30, 2018, with his family
by his side in Lavalette, WV. He was born on January 20, 1942, in Wayne, West
Virginia.
He grew up in Fort Gay, where he graduated from Fort Gay High
School. He spent a lot of his time outdoors until recently when he became ill.
Larry was an amazing man whose face could bring a smile to anyone. His absence
in the lives of his family has left a profound void. He obtained his Master's
in Counseling and Undergraduate in English. Larry enjoyed teaching at
Ceredo-Kenova High School as an English teacher in the late 1960s. From the
late 1970s to early 2000s, Larry could always be found officiating basketball
games throughout the Tri-State area. Prior to working at Marshall University,
he was a counselor at the Ohio State Penitentiary.
After retiring in 1999, Larry dedicated his time to KVC to help
mentor underprivileged children throughout Wayne County. He was a United States
Navy veteran and a commander of American Legion Post #177, who always proudly
flew an American flag in his front yard. He was a patient and loving father who
always knew the right words to say.
Larry is preceded in death by wife, Glenna Romona Artrip; mother,
Mary Tennessee Artrip; brothers, Tom Pennington and Mark Phillips; sister, Jean
Vericolli.
He is survived by his son, Christopher Thomas Artrip and his wife
Leanna Lee Artrip; his step daughters,
Terrina Blankenship and Crystal Mills. Larry had 10 grandchildren,
Carrie Anne Broce and her husband Charles Michael Broce II, Taylor Marie
Thompson and husband Jason Andrew Thompson, and Thomas Michael Artrip, Dwight Blankenship, Katie Blankenship, Tristan Blankenship, Shane Blankenship,
Ethan Meade, Josh Mills and Emily Mills. He was a great-grandfather of three,
Allysen Parker Sparks, Trinity Mauricia Leftwich and Aiden Christopher Broce.
Al Spaulding and his wife, Rosemary, are very special friends of the family.
There is a host of many other friends and family who will mourn his loss.
He will never be forgotten. Larry will always be remembered by his
sunny deposition, the humorous asides he came up with in every situation and
the kindness he showed to everyone he met.
Larry requested to be cremated. The family will gather at Morris
Funeral Home in Wayne, West Virginia. They welcome all friends to come
celebrate his life from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, December 10, 2018.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lavalette, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - January 14, 2019
Lois F. Berry, 70, of Lavalette, passed away Friday, January 11,
2019, in Cabell Huntington Hospital.
She was born October 22, 1948, in Huntington, a daughter of the late Edward T.
Berry and Mabel Sexton Berry Parsons.
Lois was a retired office manager for Ashland Foodland.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Puffinburger; and
Lois' companion, Tom Walden.
Survivors include her son, Keith Shepard and wife Meredith; daughter, Tina Blankenship and husband Danny; and Kimberly Shepard, all of Lavalette. Also five grandchildren, Shane Staley, Larry
Shepard, Jackie Blankenship, Kayse Napier and
husband Cody, and Brandon Shepard and wife Vola; five great-grandchildren,
Elana Edwards, Hayden and Ariah Shepard, Madeline and Tristan Staley; her dad,
Sam Parsons of Lavalette; brother, Leroy Berry of South Point, Ohio; sister,
Doris Wheeler and husband Bill of Catlettsburg, Ky.; a brother-in-law, Jim
Puffinburger; and an Aunt Marie Mullins and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 15, 2019,
at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Brian Cartwell officiating.
Burial will follow in Berry Cemetery, Lavalette.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Lynco, Wyoming
Co., WV, Funeral
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - January 2, 2019
Daisy Mae Blankenship Abbott, 91 [1927], of Lynco, died Saturday, December 29, 2018, at her home.
Funeral 1 pm, Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at Guyandotte Baptist
Church, Jesse. Burial in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny.
Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Lynco, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
http://staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/ObituaryNew.html
Daisy Mae Blankenship Abbott, 91, of Lynco,
WV went home to be with the Lord on Saturday December 29, 2018 at her home. She
was born on November 12, 1927 in Christian, WV a daughter of the late Ezra and Maude Bowen
Blankenship.
Daisy is a member of the Guyandotte
Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents she is
preceded in death by her husband Harrison Abbott, Sr.; two grandchildren
Nicholas Abbott and Sandy (Toler) Cline; a sister Mildie Cresong; three brothers
Alfred
Blankenship, Jess Stevens and Bill Stevens; sons-in-law Ronald Toler and Otis
Beaver.
Survivors include four daughters Romaine
(Jeff Toler) Morgan of Oceana, Patty (David Pierson, Sr.) Toler of Lynco, Sue
Beaver of Cedar Creek and Trecia Kay (Roger) Hayes of TN; a son Harrison
(Nancy) Abbott, Jr.; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great
great grandchildren; a brother Ed Blankenship; special
caregiver Timothy Cline; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm, on
Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at the Guyandotte Baptist Church, Jesse, WV with
Bro. Russell Justice officiating. She will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial
Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be Timothy Cline, Michael Simpson, Kevin
Beaver, Nathan Abbott, Aaron Bailey and Justin Morgan. Stafford
Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.
2018, Prichard, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - November 14, 2018
Willard Farrell Brown, 74, of Prichard, WV, went to be with the
Lord on November 11, 2018. He was born in Flatwoods, KY, on November 14, 1943,
a son of the late James and Elsie Douglas Brown.
He was a retired Machinist for Armco Steel.
He was preceded in death, along with his parents, by a brother,
David Brown, in 2010.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Myrtle Stacy Brown; three
children, Roy Lee Brown and his wife Dolores of St. Albans, WV, Clint Austin
Brown and his wife Leighann of Prichard, WV, and Stacey Lynn Brown of
Huntington, WV; six grandchildren,
Yezenia Soto, Emanuel Soto, Erica
Lynn Blankenship , Brandon Tyler Blankenship , Jasper Caleb Brown and Wesley Yukon
Brown; a brother, Fred Brown and his wife Edith of Flatwoods; a sister-in-law,
Laura Brown of Load, KY; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins,
extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be 11 am, Thursday, November 15, 2018, at
Wright's Funeral Home in Greenup, KY, by Brother Clint Brown. Burial will
follow in the James Brown Family Cemetery at Load, KY.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Wayne, Wayne
Co., WV, Obituary
Coal Valley News (Madison, WV) - April 4, 2018
Evert Adkins, 84, of Wayne, WV, passed away on Friday, March 30,
2018, at his residence. He was born on April 3, 1933, at Kiahsville, WV, a son
of the late Stewart and Lucinda Queen Adkins.
He retired as a Correctional Officer for the state of Idaho.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother,
Jennings Adkins.
Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Martha
"Marcie" Shulson Adkins; two daughters, Joyce Ann Pemberton (Anthony)
of Long Beach, Mississippi, and Elaine Kraemer (Tom) of Nampa, Idaho; one sister, Polly Blankenship of Wayne; one brother, Jason Adkins (Aquilla) of Wayne;
three grandchildren, Chad, Jeff and Dusty; seven great-grandchildren; and a
host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at Morris
Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Ivory Williamson officiating. Burial will follow
at Greasy Ridge Cemetery, Dunlow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/AMY-BLANKENSHIP-obituary?pid=188663238
Amy Opal Steele Blankenship, 59, of Wayne, died April 4 in Cabell Huntington Hospital.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Saturday, Morris Funeral Home,
Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.morrisfuneralhome.com/obituaries/print?o_id=4743588
Amy Opal Steele Blankenship, 59, of Wayne,
WV, passed away on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born on May 22, 1958 in Frankfort,
KY, a daughter of the late George Steele and Opal Stamper Steele.
In addition to her parents, she is
preceded in death by her brothers, George Jr., Gary, Wendell, and Mont.
Survivors include three daughters,
Rebecca Mack (Lowell) of
Navarre, Florida, Joeh Lester (William) of Wayne, and Melissa Lester (partner Kris) of Wayne; one son,
Zachary Gunter (Trinity) of Rocky Top, Tennessee; her longtime companion, Roy
Holland; three sisters, Polly Bado (Kenneth) of Lorain, Ohio, Fannie Tackett
(Joe) of Ft. Gay, Cindy Tackett (Bill) of Grafton, Ohio; one brother, Jim
Steele (Gail) of Phoenix, Arizona; 14 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at
7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Brother
Samuel Steele and Jeremiah Williamson officiating.
+2018, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV,
Death
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - September 6, 2018
Jennings Blankenship,
75 [1943], of
Wayne, died Sept. 5 at home.
Johnson Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne, is in charge of arrangements,
which are incomplete
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV,
Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Sept. 7,
2018
Jennings Lee Blankenship, 75, of Wayne, widower
of Ilene Cyrus Blankenship, died 5 Sep. 2018, at home.
He was a retired welder from AC&F Industries.
Funeral services will be at noon Friday, Booton Millers Fork United
Baptist Church; burial will follow in Price Mills Cemetery. Johnson
Tiller Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wayne Co., WV,
Marriage; http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/va_view2.aspx?FilmNumber=583731&ImageNumber=189
Jennings Lee
Blankenship, b.06Feb1943 - Ilene Cyrus, b.21Jan1944 – m.26Dec1964
S/o Lee
Blankenship & Leta Preston – D/o Virgil Rayburn Cyrus & Dorothy Lee
Booth
Wayne Co., WV,
Marriage;
http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/va_view2.aspx?FilmNumber=583499&ImageNumber=105
Lee Blankenship,
b.03Oct1921 – Leta Preston, b.12Aug1921 – m.03Feb1942
S/o F. M. &
Janie Blankenship – D/o Oscar & Lula Preston
+2018, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Funeral
The Herald-Dispatch
Charles D. Blankenship, 48, of Wayne, died Sept. 19.
Funeral service will be 1 pm. Saturday at Johnson Tiller Funeral
Home; burial at Price Mills Cemetery
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
https://www.johnsontillerfuneralhome.com/notices/Charles-Blankenship
Charles D. Blankenship, 48, of Wayne WV
passed away on September 19, 2018. He was born June 23, 1970 in Huntington, WV,
a son of the late Jennings and Ilene Blankenship, and worked as a mechanic.
He is survived by his loving companion
Janice Parsons; daughters Meletha Blankenship, and Laressa Blankenship; a son Charles Jackson
Lee Blankenship; one brother Dwayne (Valerie) Blankenship, all of Wayne;
step-son Billy Ray (Meghan) Parsons of Proctorville, Oh., grandchildren Liam
and Luna Parsons, Jaylin Lee Hood, Jackson Riley Ramey, Bryce Jackson and Zoey
Miller; nephew Jeremy Alan (Amber) Blankenship of Huntington,
WV; and a host of friends too numerous to mention.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1
p.m. Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Brother
A. J. Perry officiating. Burial will
follow in the Price Mills Cemetery.
+2019, Wayne, Wayne Co., WV, Obituary
The Herald-Dispatch, (Huntington, WV) - July 28, 2019
Helen Ruth Bradshaw Blankenship, 90, of Wayne, joined her heavenly family on Wednesday, July 24,
2019, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington,
[Cabell Co., WV]. She was born September 6, 1928, in
Wayne, a daughter of the late Bryan and Ella (Preston) Gilkerson Bradshaw.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Blankenship; one daughter, Wanzella McCloud; and two sons, Richard and Douglas
Blankenship.
Helen is survived by two daughters,
Elizabeth Ann Midkiff Markham (Isaac) and Deborah Stevens (Harold), all of Wayne; three sons, Bryan
Blankenship (Della), Dwight Blankenship (Debbie) and Dennis Blankenship (Tammy), all of Wayne; one sister, Judy Bradshaw Blankenship (Albert) of Prichard, WV; twenty-eight
grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren;
and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 am, Monday, July 29, 2019, at
Morris FuneralHome Chapel, Wayne, with Pastor
Ashley Blankenship and Bishop Isaac Markham officiating. Burial will follow in the Blankenship Cemetery, Wayne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wyoming
+2019, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - April 9, 2019
Darlene "Dot" Lafferty, 58, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at Charleston Area
Medical Center – Memorial, [Kanawha Co., WV]. Born on May 17, 1960 in Mullens, WV, she
was the daughter of the late John
Henry Blankenship and Inez Ellswick Blankenship.
"Dot" enjoyed BINGO and flowers. She was known as
"everyone's cook", and most of all, she loved and cherished her
grandkids and her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Marie
Sinnecoff, Ruby Cole, Pearl Lafferty, Phyllis Lafferty and Eleanor Lafferty; and brothers, Lee
Blankenship , James Blankenship , Johnny Blankenship and Jerry
Blankenship .
"Dot" is survived by her husband of over 41 years, Jessie
Lafferty; daughter, Crystal Hatfield and her husband, Lacy; sons, Willis
Lafferty and his wife, Tammy, and Keith Lafferty and his wife, Jessica; nine
grandchildren, Hayley, Bretton, Willard, Julie, Jodi, Emma, Addison, Alivia and
Emmett; sisters, Maxine Lafferty, Pat Armstrong and Marlene Tabor; brother, Henry Blankenship; and many nieces and nephews.
At the request of "Dot" and her family, no services will
be held. Blue Ridge Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Brenton, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - April 23, 2018
Nancy Ann Miller, 69, of Brenton, went home to be with Lord on
Sunday, April 22, 2018, in Raleigh General Hospital, following a long illness.
Born February 17, 1949 in Fanrock, she was the daughter of the late Leland Jack
Moody, and
Minnie Morgan Moody of Fanrock.
Nancy was a licensed beautician, for over 28 years. She was a
member of the Brenton Church of God. She enjoyed reading her bible, and
spending time with her family.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her loving
husband Burgess Miller.
In addition to her mother she is survived by her son Charles D.
Kennedy and his wife Kim, her step daughter Patty Marrs, 3 granddaughters
Lauren Burton, Sarah Franklin, and Rebecca Tabor; 2 step grandsons Larry Marrs,
and David Marrs, 4 great grandchildren Matthew, Tessa, Henry, and Emerson; 5
brothers and sisters Patsy Webb, Jackie Blankenship, Leland Moody Jr. Glen Williams and Julia Blankenship, and a host of nieces, nephews and many
friends.
Services will be Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 1:00pm in the chapel
of Evans-Calfee Funeral service, in Pineville, with her Pastor Lee Fischer, and
her son Charles Kennedy officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Brenton, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - October 7, 2019
Jeanette Blankenship Saunders, 66, of Brenton, died Sept. 30, at home.
Service noon Tuesday, October 8, at Mill
Creek Freewill Baptist Church, Brenton. Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Brenton, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
http://staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/ObituaryNew.html
Jeanette Blankenship Saunders, 66, of Brenton,
WV left for her heavenly home on Monday September 30, 2019 at her home, she
passed peacefully, yet unexpectedly after battling ill health for many months.
She was born on July 4, 1953 a daughter of Emma Jean Blankenship and the late Calvin Blankenship.
Jeanette loved camping, reading and her
family, especially her grandkids. She worked many years in retail management as
well as automotive body repair with her husband.
In addition to her father she is preceded
in death by her husband Michael Saunders; and two sisters Rosemary Wimmer and Kimberly Laffterty.
In addition to her mother she will be
deeply missed by her daughter Heather (Stacey) Hughes of Hickory, NC; a son
Kerry Alan Coleman of Redhouse, WV; three sisters Audrey (Roger)
Jennings, Serena Robinson and Patty (Larry) Hayes; two brothers Coy (Sue) Blankenship and Shawn (Charlotte)
Blankenship; six grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and loving family and
friends.
In keeping with her wishes she will be
cremated. A memorial service will be held at 12 pm, on Tuesday October 8, 2019,
at the Mill Creek Freewill Baptist Church, Brenton, WV, with Pastor Gary
Hatfield and Bro. Wayne Bailey officiating. Stafford Family Funeral Home,
Lynco,
+2018, Clear Fork, Wyoming
Co., WV, Funeral
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - March 18, 2018
Ernest Ervin Blankenship, 84 [1934], of Clear Fork, died March 14, 2018.
Funeral 2PM Sunday, March 18th, in the Chapel of Stafford Family
Funeral Home, Lynco. Burial in Morgan Cemetery, Long Branch
Mountain.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Clear Fork, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/ObituaryNew.html
Ernest Ervin Blankenship, 84, of Clear
Fork, WV passed away on Wednesday March 14, 2018 at Select
Specialty Hospital, Charleston, [Kanawha
Co.,] WV. He was born on June 18, 1933 in Isaban, WV a son of the late Ora Virgil and
Velvie Griffin Blankenship.
In addition to his parents he is preceded
in death by a daughter Debbie Blankenship; a step son Edward Toler;
and a sister Thelma Latrell.
Survivors include his wife of 29
years Lougetta
Morgan Blankenship; and a host of other family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2PM on
Sunday March 18th in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with
Rev. Rocky Morgan and Rev. Joe Morgan officiating. He will be laid to rest in
Morgan Cemetery, Long Branch Mountain, WV.
+2018, Clear Fork, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - June 23, 2018
Zenith Faye Walker Harless, 89, of Clear Fork, WV, suddenly entered
her new life on June 19, 2018. Born May 7, 1929, at Christian, WV, she was the
daughter of the late Verlin and Tressie Blankenship Walker.
Zenith was a member of the Baileysville Baptist Church and American
Baptist Women. She was also dedicated to the Hanover Missionary Baptist Church,
where her husband, Arnold, was pastor for 13 years. She was elected to the West
Virginia Baptist Convention Executive Board as the Rockcastle Baptist
Association representative in 2016 and was a member of the Leadership
Commission as a part of that board.
Zenith was a member of the Eastern Star and was a founding member
of Alpha Theta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International for women educators.
She proudly served as President of the Wyoming County branch of the West
Virginia Association of Retired School Employees.
Zenith was a graduate of Gilbert High School and Marshall
University. The early years of her teaching career took her to Ben Creek
Elementary and Gilbert Elementary in Mingo County and in Wyoming County to Huff
Consolidated, Coal Mountain Elementary and Baileysville Elementary School where
she spent 31 years until her retirement from the school system.
Zenith loved to travel, shop, cook, work
crossword puzzles and always enjoyed keeping in touch with her family and
friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
husband, Arnold W. Harless; brothers, Herman Walker of Morgantown, WV, and
Zionel Walker of Justice, WV; and her sister Sylvia Murphy of Inverness,
Florida.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Carolyn and
husband Cameron Hatfield of Clear Fork, and Pamela and husband Don Garrett of
Pineville and two grandchildren, Matthew Hatfield of Fairmont, WV, and Megan
Hatfield of Hamlin, WV Sisters, Rita (Ed) Anderson of Mobile, Alabama, and Sheila
(Richard) Darlington of Melbourne, Florida, and several nieces and nephews.
Services to honor Zenith's life will be held at 1p.m. Monday, June
25, 2018, at the chapel of the Evans-Calfee Funeral Service in Oceana, WV, with
Rev. Ron Harvey and Rev. Jackie Lester officiating. Following the service, she
will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Her family and
friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Clear Fork,
Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - August 30, 2019
Evelyn Lester, 87,
of Clear Fork, WV, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2019. Born
July 18, 1932 in Simon, WV, a daughter of the late Albert
and Rosa Vannatter Blankenship.
Survivors include daughters
Rhonda (Hannibal) Blankenship,
Jr. and Debbie (C.S. Parker)
Stewart; four grandchildren Kevin and Darren Blankenship, Shannon and Courtney Stewart and their
father Oliver Stewart; great grandchildren Cassie, Tanner and Aidan.
Funeral will be at 2 pm Saturday, August 31, 2019, at Stafford
Family Funeral Home. Burial in Blankenship
Cemetery, Clear Fork.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Corinne, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - February 4, 2019
Charles "Virgil" Acord, Sr., 88, of Corinne, WV, received
his healing February 2, 2019, surrounded by his family. Born March 2, 1930, at
Devil's Fork, WV, he was the son of the late Charles Elliot and Rosie Pearl
Acord.
Virgil proudly served in the US Air Force during the Korean War,
and he was recognized as an Expert Marksman. He was an avid outdoorsman and
loved hunting, fishing, ginsenging, mushroom picking, and gardening. When his
health allowed, he loved to bowl.
Virgil attended the Pierpoint Freewill Baptist Church and proudly
proclaimed his love of the Lord and his family at every service. He loved
gospel music, especially when it was his family singing it.
Virgil never met a stranger. His personality, charm, and charisma
captivated. He magnetically drew people in. To know him was to love him. His
eyes were as blue as the ocean. When he talked, you listened. He was always
generous and lively and held the ability to increase one's self-worth and mood
just by being in his presence. He was an epitomal patriarch, and his legacy
will continue for decades. If life span was measured by personal goodness and
the amount of love given and received, he would have lived forever.
He was also preceded in death by the love of his life and 60-year
wife, Deema; his brothers Clyde, Gib, and Roy, and sister Sylvia Fraley.
All because two people fell in love, survivors include his 3
children: Drema (Buddy) Harris-Sturgill of Mullens, Joy (Kenneth) Birchfield of
Pierpoint, and Pastor Charles Jr. "Butch" (Kathy) Acord of Crab
Orchard. Seven grandchildren:
Christol (Nyle Jr.) Fisher and Kennett Shrewsberry of Winfield, Charles III
"Butchie" (Amanda) Acord of Coal City, Kim (Tommy) Blankenship of Corinne, Leigh (Joe) Price of Mullens, Tina Acord of Raleigh,
NC, and Kenny (Missy) Birchfield of Mullens. Eighteen great-grandchildren Josh (Aria) Fisher,
Racheal (Gavan) Adkins, Michaela Fisher; Courtney, Kelsey, and Chloe
Shrewsberry; Bella, Kennedy, and Charles IV Acord; Emma
Blankenship; Kealee, Charleigh, Kenna, Chase, and Kace Charles Price;
Tony, Serenity, and Luke Acord. Great-great-grandchild: Alex. He is also
survived by a host of nieces and nephews.
Services will be 12 Noon, Wednesday, February 6, 2019, at Pierpoint
Freewill Baptist Church, Pierpoint, with Rev. Charles "Butch" Acord
and Rev. Nyle Fisher, Jr., officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial
Park, Beckley. Tankersley Funeral Home, Mullens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Cyclone, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - June 10, 2018
Charlotte Mae Lusk Osborne, 74, of Cyclone, WV, departed this life
on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at her home. She was born December 5, 1943 in
Cyclone, WV, a daughter of the late Drewey Kermit and Landa Cook Lusk.
Charlotte is a member of the Bright Prospect Missionary Baptist
Church.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband
of 54 years Minnis Osborne; a daughter Betsy Osborne Garvey; a sister Joyce
Bailey; three brothers Carless Lusk, Larry Lusk and an infant brother, and a
sister-in-law Easter Lusk.
Those left to cherish her memory are her two sons Dean and wife
Eva, and Rex and wife Norma; two daughters Bonnie Tolliver and husband Jed, and
Dolly Osborne (Willie Gene) all of Cyclone; nine grandchildren Brandi Osborne
and companion Kelli Pruitt, Brittany (Adam) Miller, Zachary (Sammi) Osborne,
Logan (Jarred) Blankenship , Chelsie Osborne, Cody (Makaila) Tolliver, Carli
Osborne, Casey Osborne and Brooklyn Osborne; four great grandchildren Dason Griffey, Adalynn Miller, Lydia Miller and
Lauryn Blankenship; a brother James (Beulah) Lusk of Cyclone;
special friends Carlos Webb and Donna Toler; and a host of other loving family
and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 1PM on Tuesday June 12th at the
Bright Prospect Missionary Baptist Church, Cyclone, WV, with Pastor Jimmy
Gibson officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Brown's Cemetery, Cyclone, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Hanover, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - December 5, 2018
Clarence Clinton Blankenship, age 77, husband of Carol J. (Widener) Blankenship, was welcomed into the kingdom of Heaven
on Sunday, December 2, 2018, from his home in Hanover, WV, surrounded by
family. Born April 14, 1941, in Hanover, he was the son of the late Johnny and Lula (Paynter) Blankenship.
Clarence gave his life to the Lord in 1985, was an active member
and Trustee of the Hanover Missionary Baptist Church, and a member of Masonic
Lodge #148. Always a creative and innovative thinker he was known as a problem
solver and strongly believed all obstacles could be overcome with proper effort
and never giving up. He felt responsibility early in life as he began a
successful mining career at the tender age of 14. Eventually
becoming General Superintendent of Red Ash Coal Sales and then an entrepreneur
in a variety of small businesses. He valued family and loved spending
time with his wife, siblings, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Clarence enjoyed interacting with friends at local race events, gardening, and
all outdoor activity.
He was preceded in death by both parents and a sister Edith (Raymond) Justus of Welch, WV.
Along with his wife Carol, he is survived by daughter Teresa and husband Junior Maynard of Hanover, son Duane and wife
Robin of Palm Beach, FL; three grandchildren,
Kristin and husband Aaron Hatfield of Pineville, WV, Holly and Gage Blankenship of Morgantown, WV; two great
granddaughters Jayna and Josie Hatfield of Pineville, WV; two brothers, Elzie (Rachel) Blankenship of Hanover and Ballard (Bessy) Blankenship of Ten Mile, TN; five sisters, Virgie (Mack) Profit, Rachel (Teddy) Morgan and Phyllis (Gary)
Justice all of Hanover, Loretta (Jack) Riffe of Gastonia, NC, and Carol (the late Ray) Rose of Princeton, and many treasured nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am, on Friday, December 7,
2018, by Rev. Gary Justice and Rev. Jackie Lester in the Fanning Funeral Home
Chapel in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens in Matheny,
WV. Clarence will be carried to his final resting place by: Gage Blankenship , Aaron Hatfield, Adam Cline, Keith Rose, Gehrig Justice, and Jody
Shannon. Honorary pallbearers are Junior Maynard, Ted Thompson, Rick Browning,
Jackie Hatfield, and Scotty King.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Kopperston, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - June 12, 2018
Virginia Borders, 71, of Kopperston, went home to be with the Lord
on Monday, June 11, 2018 following a long battle with cancer. She was born
December 9, 1946 in Pilgrim, KY, to the late Joe Maynard and Wilda Staton Maynard.
Virginia worked various retails jobs throughout her life but her
favorite job by far, was that of a nurse. She absolutely loved helping others
and wasn't content until she knew that everyone was taken care of.
In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her
daughter, Kimberly (Kim) Dawn Borders; mother and father in-law, John and
Carmen Borders; brothers, Truman and John Maynard; sister, Edith Rose Blankenship;
brothers-in-law, Harold Rose and Tom Borders; and sisters-in-law, Beulah
Borders and Karen Borders.
She is survived by her loving husband, John Borders Jr. of
Kopperston; brothers, Ellis and wife Vivian Maynard of Cleveland, OH, Wallace
Maynard and wife, Marlene of Fairdale, Adrian Maynard and wife, Sheila of Clear
Fork, Tommy Maynard and wife, Deanna of Kopperston; sisters-in-law, Opal
Maynard of Beauty, KY, Margie Maynard of OH, Daisy Peters and husband, Elmer of
Charleston, Roxie Vada and husband, Jay of OH; brothers-in-law, Linsey Borders
and wife, Vicki of VA, Art Borders of Beckley; and several nieces and nephews.
In respecting Virginia's wishes, services will remain private and
cremation will follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, New Richmond, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - October 1, 2019
Marvin Craft Thorn, 69, of New Richmond, was called home on Sunday,
September 29, 2019, to be reunited with his parents Carl and Rebecca Thorn at
Wyoming Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, New Richmond. Born September 7,
1950, at Tralee, he was the son of the late Carl and Rebecca (Blankenship) Thorn.
Marvin was a former custodian for the Wyoming County Board of
Education with 30 plus years of service retiring from Mullens Elementary
School. He was a member of the First Church of God, Corinne. In his leisure he
enjoyed hunting, fishing, being with his church family, and loved being around
children.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his
sister, Ruby Thorn; and one brother, David Thorn.
Those left to cherish his memory include his sister, Diane Vance of
Beckley; four brothers, Bobby Thorn and his wife, Kim, of North Carolina, Doug
Thorn of McGraws, Buddy Thorn and his wife, Barb, of Moorefield, and Kenny
Thorn and his wife, Brenda, of New Richmond; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be 12 Noon, Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at Tankersley
Funeral Home Chapel, Mullens, with Rev. Evelyn Williamson and Rev. Dalley
Maynard officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens,
Princeton. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - August 29, 2018
Sam Clark, 87, of Oceana, entered Heaven's gates Sunday, August 26,
2018, at Bower's Hospice House, following an extended illness. He was
surrounded by his loving family. Born August 18, 1931, he was the son of late
C. C. and Rhoda Webb Clark.
Sam attended Oceana High School and Concord College, where he won
many awards and citations for his basketball skills. He proudly served in the
US Army. In 1955, Mr. Clark lead Europe in the scoring
divisional level basketball competition. He was a past member and President of
Oceana Rotary Club. He was a former member of Oceana Area Chamber of Commerce
and a longtime sponsor of Oceana Little League. He considered being chosen as a
founding member of Oceana Hall of Fame a great honor, as he dearly loved the
Town of Oceana.
Mr. Clark was a former teacher and basketball coach at Glen Rogers
High School from 1958 to 1961. He taught at Oceana High School from 1961 to
1962. Sam was privileged, in 1962, to be hired as an agent for State Farm
Insurance. He held this position until his retirement in 2012. He was honored
and humbled to have served the people of Oceana and surrounding areas for fifty
years. Retiring at age 80, he loved and respected each one of his clients.
Being a true entrepreneur and businessman, Mr. Clark leaves a giant legacy of
honesty and integrity to the Oceana area.
Sam was a founder and first President of Oceana National Bank, now
First Community Bank. He served fourteen years as Chairman of the Board for
Castle Rock Bank, Pineville, WV. He was a former board member of First
Community, Princeton, WV and FCFT Holding Co. (parent company of First
Community Bank). He was the owner of the former Country Junction Co, Inc, Real
Estate. He was a member of Oceana United Methodist Church, where he served as a
former trustee.
Being a gifted musician, Sam leaves many precious memories of
guitar and banjo picking.
In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by his son,
Barry, sister, Sharon Blackburn and brothers-in-law, Arnold Brown, Otis Bailey
and Denzil Blackburn.
He is survived by his loving wife of sixty-one years, Suzanne
Fisher Clark. Daughter, Rebecca Blankenship and husband, David of Oceana.
Grandchildren, Shannon Lynch and husband, Roy of Daniels, Sean Miller of
Charlottesville, VA, Shane Miller and wife, Krista of Oceana. Great-Grandchildren, Elizabeth Lynch, Jacob Lynch, Keaton Miller,
Zakk, Ariel, Vada and Seth Miller. Sisters, Doris
Browning and husband Curtis and Charlotte Massey. Brothers,
Charles Clark and wife, Brenda and Leonard Clark. Many
nieces, nephews and friends.
Services be held at 1pm, Saturday,
September 1, 2018, at Oceana United Methodist Church, Cook Parkway, Oceana.
Entombment will follow at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny. Pastor Ron Acord and
former Pastor Melissa White will officiate. Sean Miller, Shane Miller, Roy
Lynch, Ben Cook, Johnny Maynard and Tim Bailey will serve as pallbearers. Rebecca Clark Blankenship will be an honorary pallbearer.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - September 27, 2018
Henrietta Claire Brooks Blankenship, 79, of Oceana, WV, passed away on Thursday, September 27,
2018, at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, [Raleigh Co.,] WV. Born October 29,
1938, in Mallory, WV, a daughter of the late Perry and Sina Maynard Brooks.
She is a member of the UAW Union and the last survivor of her
immediate family. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a son Jimmy Blankenship;
a daughter Tammy Erac; a granddaughter Adriana Derosett; and several brothers and
sisters.
Survivors include her loving husband
of 54 years Jerry Blankenship
Jr.; two daughters Phyllis (Jackie) Banther of Oceana and Ramona (David) Wood of Parma, OH; a son
Phillip (Lana) Blankenship of Estill Springs, TN; nine grandchildren Crystal Riggi, Joseph Blankenship , Tammy Blankenship ,
Sabrina Ponce, Natalia Downard, Kyle Lusk, Phillip Blankenship Jr., Chloe Blankenship and Paige Cook; six great grandchildren Dominick Derosett, Sophia Derosett, Nathanial Ponce,
Jayla Downard, Emmaline
Blankenship , Jude Lusk and
Jaxon Derosett; special friends Junior and Ann Bailey; special nephew Jeffery
Maynard; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Saturday, September 29,
2018, in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. She will be
laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be family
and friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - November 28, 2018
Phyllis Ann Young Valley, 70, of Oceana, WV, passed on Monday,
November 26, 2018, in Logan Regional Medical Center. Born
November 17, 1948 in Pineville, to the late Otto Young and Ruth Blankenship Young Oliver.
Also preceded in death by her husband
Donald Everett "Donnie" Valley; and son-in-law Erby Lester.
Survivors include daughters Rhonda (Marvin) Cole, Donna Lester and
Melissa (Daren) Bullard; grandchildren Autumn (Jerred) Lusk, Kaitlyn Lester,
Chase Bullard, Connor Bullard and Nevaeh Cole; great grandchildren Caden Lusk
and Peyton Lester; sister Betty Jo (Douglas) Prichard; and other family and
friends.
In keeping with her wishes she will be cremated. Stafford
Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Montgomery Herald (WV) - February 16, 2019
Betty Jo Young Prichard, 73, of Oceana, WV, passed away
unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at her home. Born
on February 16, 1945 in KY, to the late Otto Young and Ruth
Blankenship Young Oliver.
Betty Jo was a current and dedicated employee of Rite Aid in Oceana
for 33 years. She was known for her delicious cooking and canning. She enjoyed
quilting, gardening, and spending time with family and friends.
Betty Jo was preceded in death by her parents Otto and Ruth, her
sister Phyllis Valley and her grandson Matthew Brown.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Douglas Macarthur
"Mack" Prichard of Oceana; son, Ernest (Bobbi Jo) Prichard of Eden,
NC; daughters Deandra (Dave) Ray of Beckley, Pamela Prichard of Oceana, Kim
(Tony) Toler of Oceana, and PJ (Jamie) Estep of Oceana; grandchildren Seth
(Ashley) Bennett, Jada Prichard, Cole Prichard, Tonjia (Mike) Tompkins, Eric
David (Ginger) Ray, Garrett (Heather) Prichard, Kayla (Joshua) Webb, the late Matthew
Brown, Amber (Travis) Brunty, Ali (Jay) Grimmett, Derrick Estep, and Dalton
Estep; great grandchildren Banks Bennett, Haleigh Brewster, Lindsey Ray, Andrew
Hefner, Jackson Hefner, Koalton Ray, Ivy Ray, Konnor Ray, Chole Prichard,
Grayson Prichard, Hadley Prichard, Samuel Webb, Kanvas Webb, Damion Brown,
Jayli Grimmett, and Jayce Grimmett; and a host of family and friends.
Funeral service will be noon on Monday, February 18th at the Oceana
Freewill Baptist Church, Pastor Jackie Grimmett officiating. Burial
in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - March 28, 2019
Cheryl Lynne Walker, 63, of Oceana, WV, passed away on Wednesday,
March 27, 2019, at Logan Regional Medical Center, Logan, [Logan Co.,] WV. She was born on May 14, 1955, in
Welch, WV, a daughter of Helen
Ovella Blankenship Walker and
the late Gene Walker.
Cheryl is a member of the Scott Depot Christ Fellowship Church. A graduate of Marshall University and WV College of Graduate
Studies. She worked as a certified registered nurse anesthetist for
several years at CAMC and Raleigh General.
In addition to her mother survivors include a son Nicholas Walker
of Oceana; a brother Geary Walker of Bedford, VA; and a host of other loving
family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm, on Saturday, March 30, 2019,
in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV, with Pastor Stephen
Walls officiating. She will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny,
WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Funeral
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - April 10, 2019
Evelyn Carper Blankenship, 77, of Oceana, WV, passed away on Sunday April 7, 2019.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm, Thursday, April 11, 2019, at
the Oceana Freewill Baptist Church, Oceana, WV . Burial in Cook Cemetery, Oceana, WV. Stafford
Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
http://www.staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/ObituaryNew.html
Evelyn Carper Blankenship, 77, of Oceana,
WV went home to be with the Lord on Sunday April 7, 2019. She was born on July
25, 1941 in Wyoming County, WV a daughter of the late Callie and Margie Graham
Carper.
In addition to her parents she is
preceded in death by a brother Richard Carper.
Survivors include three daughters Donna (Keith) Acord of
Clearfork, Imogene Walker of Oceana and Karen Thompson and companion Jamie Stewart of
Oceana; three sons Michael (Daisy) Blankenship of Simon, Chris (Lynn)
Blankenship of Oceana and Clinton (Heather) Blankenship of Lynco; eight grandchildren
Tonya (Ed) Smith, Christan (Bryan) Kenneda, Amanda Blankenship and companion
Brian Spears, Jacob Blankenship, Joshua Blankenship, Katelin Thompson and companion
Ryan Parker, Aydrian Stewart and Tarrin Perry; three great grandchildren
Cayden Kenneda, Makaela Stepp and companion Jeremy Tilley and Hunter Blankenship; two sisters Ginger Chambers of Lynco and Thelma
Dancy of Cleveland, OH; a brother Phillip Carper of Oceana; three dogs that she
loved very much; and a host of other
loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm,
Thursday, April 11, 2019, at the Oceana Freewill Baptist Church, Oceana, WV
with Pastor Jackie Grimmett officiating. She will be laid to rest in Cook
Cemetery, Oceana, WV. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
Wyoming Co., WV,
Marriage: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FTLG-23B
Willis Vaughn
Blankenship - Evelyn Carper - 1958
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - June 20, 2019
Catherine Blankenship Walls, 83 [1936], of Oceana, died June 15, 2019, at Golden Harvest Nursing
Care, Welch, WV.
Service will be 12 noon Wednesday, June 19, 2019, Chapel of
Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. Burial in Kennedy
Cemetery, Foundation Fork, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
http://staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/ObituaryNew.html
Catherine Blankenship Walls, 83, of Oceana,
WV passed away on Saturday June 15, 2019 at Golden Harvest Nursing Care, Welch,
WV. She was born on September 4, 1935 in Simon, WV a
daughter of the late Jason and Velvie Maynard Kennedy.
She is a member of the Lynco Community
Church.
In addition to her parents she is
preceded in death by her husband Jerry Blankenship; a son Eric Blankenship; a daughter
Terri
Blankenship; brothers and sisters Bertel Kennedy, Virgil Kennedy, Opal Morgan and
Humphrey Kennedy.
Survivors include her children Sam (Patty)
Blankenship; Liz (Don) Ragan and Delwood (Gloria) Blankenship; brothers and
sisters Debra Hurley of Pineville, Albert and Bernice Kenneda of Simon, Greg
and Juanita Kennedy, Gloria and John Hanshaw, Preston and Angie Kennedy all of
Slab Fork; a sister-in-law Lana Kennedy of Simon; ten grandchildren; 39 great
grandchildren; eight great great grandchildren; special friends Frank and
Maxine Cook, Ronnie and Kay Steele and Bobby and Phyllis Acord all of Oceana;
and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 12 pm,
on Wednesday June 19, 2019, in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home,
Lynco, WV with Rev. Tommy White and Bro. Bill Massey officiating. She will be
laid to rest in Kennedy Cemetery, Foundation Fork, WV.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
The Register-Herald, (Beckley, WV) - November 21, 2019
Zora Russell Blankenship, 81, of Oceana, died Nov. 20, Bowers Hospice House, Beckley.
Funeral service will be at 7 pm, Friday, November 22, 2019, Chapel
of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. Burial in Palm Memorial Gardens,
Matheny, WV
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Oceana, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
http://staffordfamilyfuneralhome.com/ObituaryNew.html
Zora Russell Blankenship, 81, of Oceana,
WV, passed away on Wednesday November 20, 2019 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley,
[Raleigh Co.,] WV. She was
born on March 16, 1938 in Louisville, KY a daughter of the late Roy and Olive
Greenhill Russell.
In addition to her parents she is
preceded in death by her husband Leroy Blankenship; a son Ronald R. Blankenship; a great
grandson Jaxon Cole Cook; a sister Gladys Brown; and two brothers Ralph Russell
and Finley Russell.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter
Evelyn Cook and husband
Wesley of Oceana; four grandchildren Tanya (Jamie) Smith of Sabine, Ryan
(Tiffany) Cook of
Fairdale, Tyler (Emiley) Cook of
Morgantown and Jordan Blankenship of Concord, NC ; three great grandchildren Savannah
(Austin) Gibson, Moriah Smith and Caden Cook; two sisters Gail Blevins and
Minnie Harris; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 7 pm, on
Friday, November 22, 2019, in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home,
Lynco, WV with Sister Tanya Smith and Rev. Jamie Smith officiating. She will be
laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Pallbearers will be family
and friends.
+2018, Pineville, Wyoming
Co., WV, Death
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/beckley-wv/gary-blankenship-7856115
Gary Blankenship
was born on April 2, 1945 and passed away on May 19, 2018.
Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens of Beckley, WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gary Carlton
Blankenship – b.02Apr1945 – Pineville, WV:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KY4Y-9TJ
+2018, Pineville, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
http://obituaries.montgomery-herald.com/obituary/gary-blankenship-1945-2018-1063955031
Gary Carlton Blankenship, 73, of
Pineville, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Bowers Hospice House,
following a sudden illness. He was born April 2, 1945 in Itmann, WV.
Gary was a general laborer before
entering the coal mines in 1968. He worked at various mines before starting at
U.S. Steel #50, where he ended his mining career. He was an avid Union member
even following retirement. His hobbies included sitting on his porch swing and
listening to Joel Olsteen.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents
Elliott
& Pansy Blankenship, a brother James Blankenship, sister-in-law
Patricia
Blankenship and son-in-law Christopher Hatfield.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife
of 54 years, Loretta "Jo" Royal Blankenship, sons Joey Blankenship and wife Pam, Jeff Blankenship, daughter
Jennifer Hatfield Walker
and husband Jamie, grandchildren; Josh (Amber) Blankenship, Tashauna
Blankenship & fiancé Roger Strong, Tyler Blankenship & fiancé
Keely Hill, Allyson Hatfield & fiancé Travis McKinney, and Ethan Hatfield,
great-grandchildren Addison and Kenlee, brothers Robert Blankenship and Ronald (Patricia)
Blankenship, sister-in-law Judy Blankenship and a host of loving nieces, nephews,
friends and family that will miss him dearly.
Funeral service will be held at Blue
Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley on Friday, May 25, 2018 at 12PM.
+2018, Pineville, Wyoming
Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - May 23, 2018
Gary Carlton Blankenship, 73, of Pineville, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Bowers
Hospice House, following a sudden illness. He was born April 2, 1945 in Itmann,
WV.
Gary was a general laborer before entering the coal mines in 1968.
He worked at various mines before starting at U.S. Steel #50, where he ended
his mining career. He was an avid Union member even following retirement. His
hobbies included sitting on his porch swing and listening to Joel Olsteen.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents Elliott & Pansy Blankenship, a brother
James Blankenship, sister-in-law
Patricia Blankenship and son-in-law Christopher Hatfield
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 54 years, Loretta "Jo" Royal Blankenship, sons
Joey Blankenship and
wife Pam, Jeff Blankenship, daughter
Jennifer Hatfield Walker and husband Jamie, grandchildren; Josh (Amber) Blankenship, Tashauna Blankenship
& fiancé Roger Strong, Tyler
Blankenship & fiancé Keely
Hill, Allyson Hatfield & fiancé Travis McKinney, and Ethan Hatfield,
great-grandchildren Addison and Kenlee, brothers
Robert Blankenship and Ronald (Patricia) Blankenship, sister-in-law Judy Blankenship and a host of loving nieces, nephews,
friends and family that will miss him dearly.
Funeral service will be held at Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley on
Friday, May 25, 2018 at 12PM.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Pineville, Wyoming
Co., WV, Funeral
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - September 11, 2018
Theodore Kaboose Blankenship, 82 [1936], of Pineville, died September 8, 2018,
Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, [Raleigh
Co.,] WV, following a long
illness.
Funeral services 1PM, September 12th, Sweet
Home Freewill Baptist Church, Maben, WV with Pastor Justin Farley officiating. Burial Bowers Cemetery,
Twin Falls, WV. Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco,
WV.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Stephenson, Wyoming Co., WV, Obituary
Fayette Tribune (Oak Hill, WV) - March 28, 2018
Thomas "Tom" Mills, 79, of Stephenson, went home to be with the Lord on
Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Wyoming Nursing and Rehabilitation Center [New Richmond, Wyoming
Co., WV] following a long
illness. Born September 19, 1938, at Barkers Ridge, he was the son of the late
Henry and Loma (Logsdon) Mills.
Tom was a member of the Black Eagle First Baptist Church. He worked
for the Glem Co/ WV Engineering for 20 years having retired in the early 90's
and was a member of UMWA local #7086 District # 17. He
loved working, taking care of his family, and going to church. In his leisure
he enjoyed fishing, hunting, ginsenging, and gardening. He was the perfect
husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and
friend.
In addition to his parents he is also preceded in death by one
brother, Jim Mills.
Left to cherish his memory include his wife of 55 years, Vada
Mills; one son, Teddy Mills and his wife, Lahoma of Crab Orchard; one daughter, Tina Blankenship and her husband, Chris of Union Hall, VA; one brother, Denny
Mills and his wife, Sandy of Basin; a sister, Alberta McKinney of Stephenson;
and his grandchildren and great grandchildren that he loved so dearly.
Services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Tankersley
Funeral Home Chapel, Mullens, with Rev. Marvin Mills and Rev. Gilbert Dodson
officiating. Burial will follow in the George W. Shrewsbury Cemetery, Barkers
Ridge. Pallbearers will be Arthur Oneal, Jessie Oneal, Carlos Oneal, Byron
Billings, Clarence Folden, and Tommy Reynolds. Honorary Pallbearers will be
James Sesco, Robert Mclean, and Jimmy Farruggia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com