DONALD "BILLY" O'DELL, 69, of Ceredo, W.Va., passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington, W.Va. He was born July 18, 1943, in Huntington, W.Va. He was preceded in death by his father Clarence O'Dell and step-father Robert Johnson. He was a retired electrician from Owens-Illinois and Pepsi Company in Nitro, W.Va. He was a member of Vinson Memorial Christian Church. He was an avid golfer, Golden Gloves boxing coach, and a boxing coach for the American Legion Post #93, Kenova, W.Va. He is survived by his loving wife and devoted caregiver Dottie O'Dell; his daughter, the pride and joy of his life, Marcie O'Dell (Pressley) Stacks of Huntington, W.Va.; three grandchildren, Logan, Greyson and Carson, that always seemed to put a smile on his face; his mother Dorothy O'Dell Johnson of Huntington, W.Va.; a very loving and devoted brother Roger (Marsha) O'Dell of Winfield, W.Va.; one sister Donna (Bill) Hazelett of Lavalette, W.Va.; two nieces, Carmen (Phillip) McConnell and Justina (Rob) Adkins; and one nephew Dustin (Lindsay) O'Dell. The family would like to express a special thanks to his best friend Raymond Pollard, Don Harvey and Ben Chambers; to the staff of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House and doctors who provided such great care. Mr. O'Dell's family has chosen organ donation to the Brain Injury Institute in hopes of furthering research and discovering cures. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, May 3, 2013, at Vinson Memorial Christian Church by Pastor Pablo Gonzalez. Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.

ROBERT CAROL KIRK, 40, of Wayne, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Born December 6, 1972 in Huntington, W.Va., he was an auto mechanic and loved working in Pittstopin Racing. One brother, Reuben Gideon Kirk, III preceded him in death, along with his step-grandfather, Boyd Justice. Survivors include his parents, Reuben Gideon Kirk of Barboursville, W.Va., and Connie Belle Santmyre Justice and her husband Boyd Jr. of Wayne; his loving wife, Alisha Kirk; two sons, Chance Edward Kirk and Wyitt Kirk; one sister, Thresa O’Brian; two neices, Shana O’Brian and Alana O’Brian; step grandmother Christine Justice, all of Wayne; and a host of friends and family too numerous to mention. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Monday, May 6, 2012 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Buck Maynard officiating. Burial will follow in the Justice Cemetery. Friends may call after 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

CAROLYN FAYE "SUSIE" SIMPKINS ROWE, 68, of Ashland, Ky., formerly of Ceredo, W.Va., died Thursday, May 2, 2013, at her home. She was born April 5, 1945, in Wayne, W.Va., a daughter of the late Noah M. Simpkins, and her mother and stepfather, Mary "Jackie" and Jim Reynolds of Catlettsburg, Ky. She had been a teacher at Ashland Community College in Ashland, Ky. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Rowe. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Kim (Andy) Bass of Harrodsburg, Ky.; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jeff (Dawn) Ward of Canon City, Colo., and David (Tamie) Graham of Ashland; stepchildren, Jeff (Debbie) Rowe of Lavalette, W.Va., and Amy (Mark) Robinson of Ceredo, W.Va.; two brothers, Carl Simpkins and Noah Simpkins Jr.; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a host of other family. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 6, 2013, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will be conducted at noon Tuesday, May 7, 2013, with Pastor Jeff Ward officiating. Burial will follow in Wayne Community Gardens. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

KATHRYN BLANCHE WRIGHT JORDAN, 96, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Friday, May 3, 2013, at Clark's Personal Care Home in Wayne. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at Woodmere Memorial Park in Huntington, W.Va. She was born June 19, 1916, at Winfield, W.Va., a daughter of the late Harry Hamilton and Mary Josephine Howell Wright. She was a homemaker and member of Baptist Temple in Huntington. Her husband, Wesley Vernon Jordan; two sisters, Marion Scott and Lois Morris; and a brother, Harry H. Wright Jr., also preceded her in death. Survivors include a stepdaughter, Barbara Harshbarger (Bob); and a stepson, Tom Jordan (Diane), all of Huntington; three sisters, Charlotte Nagle and Elaine Webster (Jim), all of Wayne, W.Va., and Carolyn Neale of Summerville, S.C.; three brothers, Curtis Wright (Jolene) of Locey, Wash., Bruce Wright (Lova) and Larry Wright (Gerry), all of Huntington; five grandchildren, Todd, Matt, Amy, Bradley and Stacey; and six great-grandchildren. There will be no visitation or procession to the cemetery. The family extends special thanks to Naomi and Rhoda for their loving care. Memorial contributions may be made to Baptist Temple. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

RODNEY DALE "SATCH" WALLIN, 75, of Kenova, W.Va., died Friday, May 3, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. He was born March 19, 1938, in Kenova, a son of the late Russell W. and Naomi Thorn Wallin. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister. Rodney had been employed by Airstech. He was an honorary member of the Kenova Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a past member of the City of Kenova Fire Department where he had served as the Fire Chief. Rodney was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He is survived by his beloved wife Patricia Hope Browning Wallin; two daughters and sons-in-law, Melissa (Jeremy) Stevenson of Proctorville, Ohio and Melissa (Mike) Labruzzy of Portage, Mich.; one grandson, Ethan Stevenson; four granddaughters, Hannah, Sarah and Becca Stevenson and Molly Ryan; one sister, Texie Sue Moore, and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at the funeral home with Rev. Scott Byard officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted and appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

REBECCA LYNN MILLS QUEEN, 64, of Huntington, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord our Savior Friday, May 3, 2013. A celebration of her life will be held at the Reger Funeral Home Chapel, Saturday May 11, 2013, at 11 a.m. and will be officiated by Minister Jana K. Stoner assisted by her husband Ryan C. Stoner, Reverend Hubert Harvey, Pastor Jamie Gump and Reverend Dean Borgmeyer of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Rebecca was born on Nov. 17, 1948, a daughter of George Alfred Mills Jr. and the late Betty Ellen Stafford Mills. Rebecca is survived by her husband, Larry Preston Queen; a daughter, Stacy Lynn Queen; and a son, Ryan Matthew Queen and his wife Andrea Michelle Queen and their children, a grandson, Jacob Ryan Queen, and a granddaughter, Taryn Makenzie Queen. Rebecca retired after more than 40 years of teaching from the Cabell County Board of Education. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Scleroderma Foundation (scleroderma.org); Susan G. Komen Foundation (komen.org) and the Marshall University Foundation, The Lamina M. Queen Endowment for Graduate Education Research, 1 John Marshall Drive, Huntington, WV 25755. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday May 10, 2013, and 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Reger Funeral Home. www.regerfh.com.

SUSAN CAROL CHARLES, 53, of Point Pleasant, WV passed away on May 3, 2013 at the Pleasant Valley Hospital. She was born on June 5, 1959 in Louisa, KY and was the daughter of Glen William Dean and Nellie Mae (Hatten) Dean Gilkerson. She was preceded in death by her father and one brother Gary Dean. She is survived by her Grandmother, Garnet Hatten, her mother Nellie, her daughter Jody M. Deering, and her son Glen M. (Charla) Charles. Also surviving her brothers: Glendall and Kevin Dean of Prichard, WV, her companion, Charles Anthony Walden and her five grandchildren: Ricky Dean, Kristen Dean, Glen Anthony Charles, Devon Deering and Rayne Charles. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at 2 PM with Rev. Roy Akers officiating. Visitation will be one hour before services. Burial will follow at Davis Cemetery on Davis Branch in Prichard, WV. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.

LARRY "JOE" DAMRON, 74, of Fort Gay, W.Va., passed away in his loving wife's arms and his children by his side Saturday, May 4, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. He was born Sept. 23, 1938, in Amherstdale, W.Va., to the late James Nibert and Mary Browning Damron. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Tyree and Sandra Wellman. Joe was a Navy veteran and served at the Naval Security Station in Washington, D.C. He retired from General Motors in 1994, with 35 years service as a machine repairman. He was a former member of the Taylor Town Community Church for over 20 years, and a member of the Fort Gay Baptist Church. He was the chairman of the Fort Gay High School Golf Tournament for 13 years. Surviving is his loving wife of 54 years, Mary Jo Perry Damron of Fort Gay, W.Va.; son, Larry Jeff and Dawn Damron of Lexington, Ky.; daughter, Johnna Leigh Damron-Downs and Steve of Fort Gay, W.Va.; three grandchildren, Arin Damron, Zachary James Damron and Katie Grace Damron, all of Lexington, Ky.; brothers, John Nelson Damron of Granite City, Ill., Nibert "Hawk" Damron II and Frances of Grove City, Ohio, and Thomas Earl Damron of Huntington, W.Va.; sister, Linda Faye Kelly and Aubrey of Satellite Beach, Fla. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Young Funeral Home Chapel with pastor Tim Preston officiating. Burial will follow in the Ratiliff Cemetery, Bromley Ridge, Fort Gay, W.Va. Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at Young Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to your choice, Fort Gay Baptist Church, Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington, W.Va., or the Fort Gay High School Alumni Association. Young Funeral Home of Louisa, Ky., is in charge of arrangements.

GLENNA D. STEPHENS WILLIAMS, 83, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Wayne, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 4, 2013. She was born April 1, 1930 in Wayne County, West Virginia, a daughter of the late George Menis Stephens and Violet Cyrus Stephens. Her husband Thomas Williams also preceded her in death along with one son, Johnny Menis Napier; grandson Bobby Baker; three brothers, Charley Stephens, Argene Stephens, and Ricky Stephens; three sisters, Beverly Watts, Dianna Lambert, and Delores Parsley; and nephew Jeffrey Stephens. Glenna was a member of World Harvest Church, Columbus, and loved flowers, gardening, and keeping a tidy yard. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, two daughters, Brenda Springer and her husband Robert, Calista Laurick and Scott Bryant, all of Columbus, Oh.; six grandchildren, Johnny Rhinehart and his wife Ann, Christopher Rhinehart and his wife Wendy, Russell Cawthern, Dorenda Knight and her husband Danny, Brian Springer and his wife Christal, and Jay Springer and his wife Kim; and 16 great grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Helen Weber and her husband Paul of Picherington, Oh., and Joyce Jones and her husband Kenneth of Huntington, W.Va.; seven brothers, Paul Stephens and his wife Edith, Dallas Stephens and his wife Connie, Raymond Stephens and his wife Barbara, Adolphis Stephens and his wife Barbara, Silas Stephens and his wife Dorothy, all of Wayne, Michael Stephens and his wife Donna of Maryville, Oh., and Donald Stephens of Wayne; and nieces and nephews too numerous to mention. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastors Dallas Stephens and Marty Cougin officiating. Burial will follow in the Stephens Cemetery. Friends called from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

BRAINARD OTIS ADKINS, 84, of Barboursville, W.Va., formerly of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Saturday, May 4, 2013, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, with Rev. James V. Butcher and Rev. John Sauvage. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens at Wayne. He was born February 2, 1929, at East Lynn, W.Va., a son of the late Harvey and Ella Jackson Adkins. Brainard was a self-employed contractor and had worked for 13 years at the former Kaiser Aluminum Plant in Ravenswood. He also had served with the Army Reserves. His sisters Delores Webb and Blanche Russell and brothers Norman, Gary, Gorman and Gelious Adkins and Ralph Stephens, also preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Malinda Ann Burgess Adkins; a daughter Leeann Adkins of St. Petersburg, Fla.; two sons, Allen Brainard Adkins (Jean) of Jamesville, N.Y., and Brainard "Willie" Adkins, II (Johnna) of Wayne; three grandchildren, Crystal Adkins, Amy Adkins and Lora Beth Pullin; three great-grandchildren, Logan Ashby, Cameron Pullin and Kaitlyn Pullin; two sisters, Sherma Ferguson of Columbus, Ohio and Joyce Roach of Richmond, Ky.; four brothers, Jay Adkins of Wayne, W.Va., Seldon Adkins of Columbus, Ohio, Orville Adkins of Huntington, W.Va., and Mike Adkins of Chesapeake, Ohio; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home.

MARY ELIZABETH BILLUPS THACKER, 97, died peacefully on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Wayne, WV. Elizabeth was a lifelong resident of Wayne County, born at Tabor’s Creek to her parents, Fred and Clara Billups. The family moved to Kenova when Elizabeth was young and she remained there throughout her life. She was a sister to Thomas and Frank Billups, Dorothy Rutherford, Stella Wollerton, Ruth Chambers, Helen Wilson, and Anna Henderson, all who preceded her in death. Elizabeth was a graduate of Ceredo-Kenova High School. She was married to Paul Thacker and was part owner of Thacker’s Variety Store in Kenova. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and a member of First Baptist Church of Kenova. Surviving her is her son, John Thacker of Winter Haven FL and his wife, Mary. Over the past several years, her niece, Lynn Hurt and family, have taken care of her needs. Services will be held at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, WV, on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 2:00PM. Visitation will be held from 12:00 – 2:00PM on the same day. Burial will be at Dock’s Creek Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation and Sweet Run Assisted Living for their care of Elizabeth over the past years.

On Sunday, May 5, 2013, the Lord took VICKERS WATTS SHORE home to glory after injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident. Vic was born on December 2, 1962, in Huntington, West Virginia, being 50-years 5-months and 3-days old. Vic was preceded in death by two grandparents, Margaret Nichols and Nollis Ann Corder, a brother-in-law Jack Adkins, one cousin George Scott Shore and one aunt Eunice Shore. Vic was also preceded in death by his canine companion Sissy. He is survived by his parents William Locke Shore and Glenna VanHoose Shore of Huntington, W.Va.; his wife Sue Thompson Shore and step-daughter Katey Thompson McCloney (Douglas McCloney), and his father-in-law Dr. Douglas Thompson of Morehead, Ky. He was also the proud step-grandfather of little Douglas McCloney, III, of Morehead, Ky. He also leaves behind two sisters, Jacqueline Shore Courts of Kenova, W.Va., and Jennie Shore Watkins (Ronnie) of Corbin, Ky.; one brother Paul Sidney Shore (Donna) of Chesapeake, Ohio; two nephews, David Christopher Adkins (Jami) of Ironton, Ohio and Caleb Watkins of Corbin, Ky.; one niece, Sarah Brittany Courts of Kenova, W.Va. He is also survived by three uncles, George Hansford Shore of Huntington, W.Va., Jim Corder (Susie) of Ceredo, W.Va., and Michael Reynolds (Sheila) of Huntington, W.Va.; and a cousin, William Hansford Shore (Brenda) of Huntington, as well as a host of other friends and family members who mourn is passing. Vic was an employee of Emerson in Morehead, Ky., as a machinist and welder. Visitation will be conducted at Reger Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, with the funeral service following on Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at 1 p.m., with visitation from noon up to the funeral hour on Wednesday. Pastor Don Scott of Waverly Road Baptist Church and Elder Ronnie Watkins of Marshes Siding Baptist Church, Marshes Siding, Ky., will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Vic's honor to the Waverly Road Baptist Church, 4412 Waverly Road, Huntington. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.regerfh.com.

KAY ELLEN MERRITT, 73, of Huntington, wife of Barry G. Merritt, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013, at Cornerstone Hospital. She was born June 18, 1939, in Oelwein, Iowa, a daughter of the late Roy Victor and Ellinor Maurer Hebrank. She was a former teacher, who specialized working with the deaf in the Logan and Wayne County Schools. In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters, Mai E. Merritt and Cari L. Merritt of Huntington; three sons and daughters-in-law, Kem E. and Bobbie Merritt of Ashville, Ohio, Jon E. and Mary Merritt of Chicago, Ill., and Geoff B. and Candy Merritt of LaGrange Park, Ill.; five grandchildren, Benjamin Merritt, Thomas Merritt, Jessica Rose Merritt, True Ann Merritt and Bailey Marie Merritt; a sister and brother-in-law, Gail and Scott Younkin of Port Angeles, Wash.; and a brother and sister-in-law, David and Janice Hebrank of Hubbord, Iowa. Donations may be sent to the Parkinson's Foundation Fund at Cabell Huntington Hospital Foundation, c/o Velma Workman, 1340 Hal Greer Blvd, Huntington, 25701. Friends may attend a Celebration of Life from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Chapman's Mortuary, and send condolences to the family at www.chapmans-mortuary.com. Barry will follow his and Kay's wishes, and the inurnment will occur at a later date at Jefferson Barrack's in Dayton, Ohio.

CHARLES WALKER FERGUSON, IV, of Lavalette, W.Va., died Sunday, May 5, 2013 at his residence following a brief illness. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2013, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Michael Dillon. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne, W.Va. He was born July 14, 1953, in Huntington, W.Va., the eldest son of the late Judge C.W. Ferguson, III and Phyllis Jeanne Shumaker Ferguson. Walker was a graduate of Wayne High School and WVU College of Law. He was a retired attorney and partner in Ferguson & Ferguson Law Firm. Walker presently operated "Hillbilly Que" Catering Service and was a member of Harmony Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include his brother Milton J. Ferguson and wife Lynn of Wayne, two nephews, Park and Joseph Ferguson and a niece Elizabeth Ferguson, all of Wayne; and a host of special friends. We invite all of you who loved Walker to join us in a celebration of the wonderful life that he lived from noon until 2 p.m. on Friday, at which time the service will begin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Harmony Freewill Baptist Church.

Beloved husband, father, and "Papaw", WILLIE D. ROBERTSON, 65, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Monday, May 6, 2013 at his residence. He was born July 12, 1947 to the late Opie Lawrence Robertson and Louise O. Burdette Robertson. Willie served our country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Survivors include his wife, Linda Robertson; two sisters, Patricia Napier, and Judy Hall; one son, David; daughters Tiffany, Jessica, and Brookie; and 11 grandchildren. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013 at White Chapel Memory Gardens. Johnson Tiller Funeral Home is honored to serve the Robertson family.

JAN MARIE SCHALL, 57, of Wayne died May 6, 2013, in Cabell Huntington Hospital. There will be no services. Arrangements by Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio.

THELMA JEAN WILLIAMSON, 83, of Lavalette, widow of Ralph Williamson, died May 6, 2013, in Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was a homemaker. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Highland Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Godby, W.Va. Arrangements by Evans Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Chapmanville, W.Va.

BETTY JO PRICE NICELY, 66, of Louisa, Ky. passed away Tuesday, May 7,2013 at Three Rivers Medical Center in Louisa, Ky. She was born May 4, 1947 in Louisa, Ky. a daughter of the late Haskel and Martha Helen Stone Price. She was a homemaker, and attended First United Methodist Church. Survivors include, her husband, Joseph Nicely of Greenup, Ky.; three daughters, Rachelle Shepherd of Hanover, In.; Nikki Cannatelli of Lake Mary, Fl.; Marti Fairchild of Louisa, Ky.; four Grandchildren; one brother, Mark Price of Ashland, Ky.; two sisters, Jan Fultz of Ashland, Ky.; Susie Chambers of Louisa, Ky. Funeral services will be conducted 3:00 PM Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Young Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Donna Aros officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Louisa, Ky. Visitation will be 1:00 pm til 3:00 PM Saturday at Young Funeral Home Chapel.

BAYLESS E. CHINN, 77, of Kenova, W.Va., loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at his home. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, May 10, 2013, at 2 p.m. at the Prince of Peace Freewill Baptist Church by Pastor Phillip Warren. Burial will follow at Woodmere Memorial Park. Bayless was a retired stationary engineer at Owens-Illinois with over 34 years of service, and a veteran of the WV Army National Guard. Bayless was born on September 9, 1935, in Cabell County, W.Va., the son of the late Bayless and Elsie Amanda Wilson Chinn. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Nevorah Linderman. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Glenna Robertson Chinn; two daughters and sons- in-law, Jennifer and Bob Lovins of Kenova, W.Va., and Deborah and Carlos Ball of Huntington; and one son, Stephen Chinn of Kenova, W.Va.; four grandchildren, Emily and Matthew Lovins and Kelly and Chad Ball; seven great-grandchildren, Austin, Alexa, Alijah and Lyla Ball, Kaylin, Cameron and Corbin Lovins; a host of friends and family. Friends may call from noon until service time on Friday at the church. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

DOROTHY FERGUSON PRATT NAPIER, 96, of Kenova, W.Va., died Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. She was born March 26, 1917, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Freelin and Effie Ferguson. Dorothy retired from the U. S. Government after 30 years of service. She was a member of the Twentieth Street Baptist Church in Kenova. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her first husband Victor L. Pratt, Sr.; her second husband John K. Napier; a brother, Clyde E. Ferguson; one daughter, Iris Jean Arthur and one great-grandson, Alan Leist. She is survived by four daughters and one son-in-law, Virginia Gower of Cave City, Ky., Dorothy Cash and Doris and Harry Surface, all of Pulaski, Va., and Alice Douglas of Ceredo, W.Va.; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Victor L., Jr., and Vanessa Pratt of Kenova and Charles D. Pratt of Fort Mill, S.C.; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Grace Ferguson of Patroit, Ohio and two sisters and one brother-in-law, Lola Shy of Bluefield, W.Va., and Elizabeth L. and Luther Stewart of Louisville, Ky. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, May 10, 2013, at the Twentieth Street Baptist Church in Kenova with Rev. Hugh Summers officiating. Burial will follow in Docks Creek Cemetery. Mrs. Napier will be taken to the church one hour before the service on Friday. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

BETTY JO REYNOLDS passed away peacefully Tuesday May 7, 2013, while under hospice care at Palmetto Health Center in Columbia, South Carolina. Mrs. Reynolds was a life-long resident of West Virginia, having been born in Salt Rock, West Virginia, on January 23, 1927. She was the youngest daughter of William Ellis and Mary Jane Gill Carter. Mrs. Reynolds was a graduate of Barboursville High School, Barboursville, West Virginia. She married Wallace A. Reynolds of Huntington, West Virginia. Prior to her retirement, Mrs. Reynolds was an administrator for the International Nickel Company in Huntington, West Virginia. She resided in West Virginia until 2006, when she moved to South Carolina to live near her daughter, Marsha Lipscomb. Mrs. Reynolds was preceded in death by her husband Wallace A. Reynolds and her eleven brothers and sisters. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Marsha and Michael Lipscomb of Chapin, South Carolina and her son and daughter-in-law Wallace, Jr., and Shelia Reynolds of Bartow, Florida. Mrs. Reynolds also was blessed with four grandchildren, Joshua Lipscomb and his spouse Melissa Julian of Raleigh, North Carolina, Ramie Lipscomb and her spouse Paul Matthew Harris of Chapin, South Carolina, Peter Benjamin Reynolds and his fiancée Michelle Walker of Northfield, Ohio, Matthew C. Reynolds and his spouse Viva Nordberg of Greenville, North Carolina, and six great grandchildren, Allison Reynolds, John Wallace Kovach, Fiona Reynolds, Carter Lipscomb, Mackenzie Lipscomb and Tristan Harris. Mrs. Reynolds was laid to rest alongside her husband, Wallace, in the Good Shepherd Mausoleum at White Chapel Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, May 14. A celebration of her life will be held by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Chapin, South Carolina, on Saturday June 1, 2013. Friends may contact the family through Wallace Reynolds at drwalreyn@hotmail.com. Beard Mortuary, Huntington, assisted the family.

WILDA MAY DILLON, 104 of Radnor, W.Va., went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 12, 2013, at The Samaria Old Regular Baptist Church, Dingess, W.Va., with Elders Arthur May and Hobert Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow at the Dillon-Prince Cemetery, Dingess, W.Va. She was born July 19, 1908, at Kirk, W.Va., the daughter of the late Henry and Mary Hannah May. Wilda was baptized in July 1940 by Preacher Grover Carey and became a member of the Bethany Old Regular Baptist Church, where she retained her membership until her passing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Riley Dillon Sr.; two sons, William Riley Dillon Jr. and Everett Dillon; three daughters, Gracie Stultz, Lola Taylor and Oma Straub; grandchildren, Billy Robertson, Scott Straub, Carolyn Fry, Teddy Joe McConnell, Dennis Fosgate and Yvonne Day; sons-in-law, Willard Stultz, Roy Robertson and Leo Straub; a daughter-in-law, Elsie Dillon; five brothers, Isaac, William, Sherman, Jeff and Blackburn May; and four sisters, Pearl Dillon, Georgia Vance, Lola Lackey and Janie Prince. Surviving Wilda are three daughters and sons-in-law, Antha Robertson, Ola and James Nicholson, and Bessie and Joe McConnell; eight sons and daughters-in-law, Lee and Faye, Dewey, John and Mary Jo, Henry and Martha, Jeff and Yvonne, Dennis and Billie Joe, Jeryl Paul and Faye, and Michael and Deloris Dillon; and two daughters-in-law, Trula and Kelly Dillon. Also surviving are one sister and brother-in-law, Causby and Hayes Stanley. She also leaves behind many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great- great-grandchildren and great-great- great-grandchildren. The family can never express or be thankful enough for mom's caregiver and the health care providers who helped care for her. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va.

CLARENCE ROBERTSON, 85, of Genoa, widower of Elizabeth Marie Robertson, died May 8, 2013, in Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington. He retired from ACF Industries. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne; burial will follow at the Robertson Cemetery, Genoa. Visitation from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

SUSAN PARSONS, 82, of Huntington passed away peacefully on May 8, 2013, at Midland Meadows Assisted Living in Ona, W.Va. She was born Hazel Jo Bailey and later nicknamed "Susan" by her grandmother. She was the daughter of the late Clarence Victor Bailey and Blanche Fischbach Bailey of Kenova, W.Va. Susan was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Jess; and brothers, Clarence Clifford "Mike" Bailey, Earl Bailey and John Bailey; and a sister, Pauline Thompson. She is survived by a sister, Eleanor Roach; a brother, Larry Bailey; and a special sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Carol and Fred Rodgers, who reside in Columbus, Ohio. She is also survived by a daughter, Lynn Hanna and husband John; and sons, Jonathon M. Parsons and wife Melissa, and Jeffrey B. Parsons. Also surviving are grandchildren, Jessica and Scott Duernberger, Nathan Sparks, Amber Hanna, John Matthew Hanna and Kelly Dew; and great-grandchildren, Voss and Odin Duernberger and Thor and Iris Hanna. During her lifetime, she was a lover of all living things. She took in under her care many pets and neighborhood children. Her love of decorating and remodeling led her and Jess to move multiple times while always enjoying the challenge of making a home beautiful. With all her kindness, she could not be misinterpreted as a push-over. She was a strong-willed woman and it was especially apparent when it came to card playing. Her competitiveness made her quite a challenge to defeat at bridge, rummy, cribbage or set back. When alone, she felt comfort in playing Solitaire. Susan will be missed by all that knew her for her beauty both inside and out. The family is so appreciative to Midland Meadows Assisted Living for their compassionate care giving and Hospice of Huntington for helping during her time of need. Chapman's Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements. A family memorial will be held there at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 11th, with the Reverend Hubert Harvey presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Huntington. Online condolences may be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com.

AARON JOSEPH BOWMAN, 34, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013, in Lancaster, Pa. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Roger Mooney. Burial will follow in Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova, W.Va. He was born Jan. 23, 1979, in Huntington. He was a construction worker and attended Kellogg Independent Holiness Church. Aaron was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Billy Ray Arthur; and paternal grandfather, Artis Bowman. Survivors include his father, Cecil Monroe Bowman; and stepmother, Mary Music of Huntington; mother, Pamela Jean Arthur Young; and stepfather, David Pauley of Huntington; son, Brayden Joseph Bowman and his mother Holly McRoberts, both of Huntington; brother, Todd Wise of Huntington; sister, Casey Bowman of Huntington; maternal grandmother, Hazel Arthur of Proctorville, Ohio; paternal grandmother, Darlene Bowman; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends. Friends may call from noon until service time on Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Condolences may be made at www.regerfh.com.

BRENDA LEAH PENNINGTON TOMBLIN, 62, of Wayne, W.Va., died Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at her home with her family by her side. She was born May 19, 1950 in Matewan, W.Va., a daughter of the late Audrey Thompson Pennington and Virgil Pennington. Also preceding her in death were three brothers, Virgil Jr., Milton, and Johnny Pennington: one sister, Joyce Fuzy; brother-in-law Calman Fuzy; a nephew Patrick Fuzy; grandson Boyd Ray Tomblin; and husband Charles Tomblin. She is survived by a niece Kelly Fuzy Monoghan and her husband Steve of Grove City, Oh.; a great nephew Mike Monoghan and his wife Amanda; great niece Cindy Kingery and her husband of Grove City, Oh.; four nephews; two nieces; one great nephew; and two great nieces. Also surviving are three children, Charles Dale Tomblin and his wife Melissa, Ruby Louise Workman and her husband Randy, Loretta Marie Thornhill and her husband John, all of Wayne; nine grandchildren, Scott Maynard, Amanda Adkins and her husband Robert, Billy Dale Tomblin, Takesha Adkins and her husband Noah, Randy Workman Jr., John Thornhill and his wife Audrey, Amanda Carr and her husband Ryan, Jacob Thornhill, and Josh Thornhill; 14 great-grandchildren, Ethan, Hailey, Ryan, Bryan, Kyleigh, Carley, Camron, Keaton, Madison, Mason, Kegan, and three others from Kentucky; special friend Cheryl Aliff and her husband George; and many friends and loved ones. Funeral service will be conducted at I p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Charlie Maynard officiating. Burial will follow in the Rowe-Dean Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to the funeral on Saturday.

Kenova, W.Va., native LEONARD A. KIRK, 74, of Galion, Ohio, died Wednesday, May 8, 2013, unexpectedly after a sudden illness at home with his loving wife, Joyce at his side. Born Sept. 12, 1938, in Louisa, Ky., he was the son of the late Leonard M. and Geneva Davis Kirk who resides in Galion. Leonard married his high school sweetheart, Joyce A. McComas, on Sept. 1, 1956, three months after their graduation from Buffalo High School in Kenova, W.Va., where during his senior year he threw six no-hitters as a 16-year-old pitcher on the baseball team. Known in the sports pages as "Fireball Kirk" he was drafted by the New York Giants. He worked 42 years at Galion Manufacturing/Dresser as a welder and assembler, retiring in 1998. After retirement, Leonard worked part-time at the Galion Public Library, maintaining the facility and grounds. Leonard managed Little League and Babe Ruth Baseball. He was active in the Masonic order and Christ United Methodist Church. Even though Leonard led a busy and active life, his number one priority was always his family, his faith and his friends. He lived life to the fullest. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Greg and Shelly Kirk of Galion, Ohio, and Jeff and Laurie Kirk of Powell, Ohio; and nine grandchildren. A Celebration of Leonard's Life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2013, at Christ United Methodist Church in Galion, Ohio, with his close friend, Rev. Don Trigg officiating. His family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall following the celebration. Memorial contributions may be made to the Christ United Methodist Church, 130 East Walnut St. Galion, OH 44833 or to Galion Public Library, 123 N. Market Street, Galion, OH 44833. A complete obituary and guest registry are available at www.richardsondavis.com.

MARIE MAYNARD ROBINSON, 88, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013, in the Heritage Center in Huntington. She was born Oct. 20, 1924, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Marion and Flora Adkins Maynard. Marie was a member of the Route 60 Freewill Baptist Church and she was a retired waitress from the Chatterbox Restaurant in Kenova. Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Oscar T. Robinson; one sister, Freda Mae Young; one son-in-law, Gerald Dalton; and one grandson, Gary L. Robinson II. Marie is survived by one daughter, Flora Mae Dalton of Huntington; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Lester G. (Mae) Robinson of Worthington, Ky., Gary L Robinson of Kenova and Larry G. (Kelly) Robinson of Kenova; one brother and sister-in-law, Dallas G. (Janet) Maynard of Ceredo; and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and one great- great-grandchild. Graveside services will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Hillcrest Cemetery with Pastor Jim Richards, officiating. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013, at the Kenova United Methodist Church. The funeral procession will leave the church immediately following visitation. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the Robinson family. Flowers would be appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

DOSS SKEENS, 90, of Wayne, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord Thursday, May 9, 2013, at Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center with his loving family by his side. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, May 13, 2013, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Elders Tommy Damron and Orville Damron. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, W.Va. He was born March 30, 1923, in Wayne County, a son of the late G.C. and Mary Adkins Skeens. Doss was a longtime member of Echo United Baptist Church and was a U.S. Army veteran. His loving wife, Mae Skeens, preceded him in death, along with two sisters and three brothers. Survivors include a daughter, Judy Mills and husband Herman; a son, Doss Skeens Jr. and wife Edie, all of Wayne, W.Va.; five grandchildren, Valerie Smith and husband Rick, Jennifer Beckett and husband Anthony, Daniel Skeens and wife Stephanie, Sabrina Mathis and Clarissa Mills; eight great-grandchildren, Staci Smith, Isaiah, Mica and Jonah Mathis, Kaiden and Trystan Skeens, and Kaleb and Emily Beckett. Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 12, 2013, at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va. The family would like to thank Wayne Nursing and Rehab Center and staff for their loving care for our dad.

ROBERT BURTON "Bobby" KEATHLY, 80, of Chesapeake, Oh., went home to his Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at his home. He was born February 25, 1933 in Pike County, Ky., a son of the late Heber and Laura Keathly. He honorably served our country in the US Air Force. He is survived by Kim Pauley and Dannie Maynard, with whom he made his home, and special friend John Webb. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East. Military honors will be performed by the Veterans of Foreign War Post 93, Kenova. Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne, West Virginia.

LUTIE BELL YORK, 48, of Louisa, KY went to be with her Lord on Friday May 10, 2013 following a sudden illness. Lutie was born Aug. 27, 1964 at Louisa, the daughter of William and Betty Thompson Cook. She was a cashier at the Louisa Walmart and member of the Garden of Hope Church. She is preceded in death by a son Dallas York. Survivors include her loving husband Larry Paul York, four daughters Maggie Tarring and husband Charlie, Jessica Montgomery and husband Nathan, Angel Stamper and husband Tony, and Rebecca Pigg and husband William; a son Brian York and wife Josie; four sisters Brenda Cook, Wilma Meek, Shirley Collins, Mary Cook, and brother Willie Cook; ten grandchildren and a great granddaughter. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday May 14th at 2:00 pm at the Garden of Hope Church by Rev. Darrell Ratliff and Rev. Bob Messer. Burial will follow in the York Cemetery at Louisa. Friends called after 4:00 pm Monday at the Garden of Hope Church. Arrangements are under the care of Wilson Funeral Home.

LAWRENCE EDWIN McKNIGHT, 81, of Kenova, died May 10, 2013, in the VA Medical Center, Huntington. There will be no services. Arrangements by Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio.

DENVER ALLEN LANGDON, 60, of Wayne, son of Reba Pearl Ferguson Langdon Davis, died May 11, 2013, at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington. He was a former inspector for electrical power plants and served in the U.S. Army. Funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne. Burial at Jones Cemetery, East Lynn. Visitation one hour prior to service at the funeral home.

RAYMOND EDSELL CYRUS, 78, of Huntington, was called home by his Lord to rejoin his mother for Mother's Day on Sunday, May 12, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Edward and Armilda Lowe Cyrus; brothers Lemmie Lowell and Charles Wallace Cyrus; and sister Ivalee Faye Earls. He is survived by his sons Troy Lance Cyrus (Deb) of Hamilton, Ohio, and Gregory Todd Cyrus (Sheri) of Crestview, Fla.; grandchildren Nicholas Troy Cyrus of Louisville, Chad Lance Cyrus of Hudson, Ohio, and Sierra Beth Cyrus of Louisville; Joshua, Andrew, Jacob Lee and Jenna Marie Cyrus of Crestview, Fla.; great-grandchildren Jade Madison Johnson and Juliann Ottesen of Hamilton, Ohio, and several nieces and nephews. He was lovingly cared for by Pamela Sturgis and, in more recent years, by staff at River's Bend Nursing Home in Burlington, Ohio. Edsell served his country in the United States Marine Corps. After military service, he returned to Huntington and married Shelby Jean Houchin (estranged). He served as a Huntington police officer and was later employed by Armco (AK) Steel in Ashland, where he remained until his retirement. Edsell spent time pursuing his passion as both an amateur and professional boxing coach. He served as the coach for the VFW Post No. 1064 team and was chosen as the first permanent state coach for the West Virginia team that participated at the National Golden Gloves. He was a member of numerous service and philanthropic organizations such as the VFW, DAV, Elks, Moose, Eagles and FOP. He also enjoyed playing shuffleboard and watching Marshall football. Funeral services will be conducted at Reger Funeral Chapel at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, with Rev. Bill Holley officiating. Burial will follow at Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2013, and from noon until service time on Wednesday at the Reger Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either Hospice of Huntington or the Alois Alzheimer Center. Condolences may be made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger.

HELEN VICTORIA FRASHER BASH, 85, of Huntington, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, May 13, 2013. Funeral services will be conducted at noon Thursday, May 16, 2013, at Westmoreland Baptist Church by Pastor C.J. Adkins. Burial will follow in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Ceredo. Helen was born Sept. 4, 1927, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Garland and Letha Morrison Frasher. She was a former floral designer for Coffman's Flowers and a member of Westmoreland Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gorman Bash; one stepson, Charles "Rusty" Bash; one stepdaughter, Thelma "Jeanie" Short; step-son-in-law, Jim Short; one brother, Robert Frasher; sister-in-law, Gertrude Frasher; one sister, Eula Whittaker; and one great-grandchild. Survivors include three sons, Denver (Jeannie) Bash and Dale Bash, both of Huntington, and Keith (Linda) Bash of Chesapeake, Ohio; and one step-daughter -in-law, Thelma Jean Bash of Kenova. In addition, 14 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; three brothers, Donald Frasher of Dayton, Ohio, John (Virginia) Frasher of Winchester, Ky., and Garland Jr. (Beth Ann) Frasher of Merritt Island, Fla.; one brother -in-law, Bruce Whittaker of Gainesville, Fla.; and one sister, Thursy (Cebern) Baker of Branchland, W.Va.; and one sister-in-law, Wanda Frasher of Orlando. A host of nieces and nephews and special friends, Debbie Bash, Connie and Andy Scheneberg, Delores Beller and Donna Hammond all survive her as well. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Reger Funeral Home. Mrs. Bash will be taken to the church one hour before services. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.regerfh.com.

AMBER NICOLE PELFREY, 23, of Huntington, WV, passed away on May 13, 2013 at home. She was born July 24, 1989. Amber was preceded in death by her father Darrin Pelfrey. She is survived by her son Isaiah Villigas, mother and stepfather Melissa and Bobby Cantrell, Grandparents Doug and Serenia Hooser and Vivian and Terry Smith, brother Joshua Pelfrey and sister Christina Bias and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and very close lifelong friends and her significant other Anna Gilpin. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Rev. John Holland. Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Reger Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

THELMA JEAN CAZAD, 75, of Lavalette, widow of Charles E. Cazad, died May 14, 2013, at Huntington Health and Rehabilitation Center, Huntington. Funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio. Burial will follow in Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Ohio. Visitation one hour prior to service at the funeral home. www.timeformemory.com/hall.

O. JEAN CHRISTIAN, 71, of Kenova, W.Va., went home to be with her Lord, Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at her residence. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, May 17, 2013, at Schneider-Griffin Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery, Huntington, W.Va. Jean was born July 9, 1941, in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of the late Carl L. and Lillie Mae Howard Tackett. She was a homemaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two infant children, Roger and Deborah Christian; and three siblings, Carl "Sonny" and Jimmy Tackett, and Rose Chapman. Jean is survived by five children, Rick (Gayle) Christian, Peggy Christian, Anita Johnson, Everett Lee Christian Jr. and Susan Ann (Carl) Johnson; 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; six siblings, Beverly, Laura, Sharon, Sandy, Patty and Ray; a special aunt and best friend, Mary Christian; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Schneider-Griffin Funeral Home, Chesapeake, Ohio. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.schneidergriffin.com.

WENDELL KEITH WEBB, 69, of Huntington, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 14, 2013. He was born on June 24, 1943, a son of the late Lonnie and Pauline Webb. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Cecilia Brown Webb; two children, Mark Tracy Webb of Huntington, W.Va., and Amanda Webb of Columbia, S.C.; and one very special grandson, Mitchell Webb. Keith is also survived by two brothers, Danny Webb of Huntington, W.Va., and Randall Webb of Tequesta, Fla.; and one sister, Rita Maynard of Huntington, W.Va.; a host of relatives and many very special friends. Keith was the owner and operator of Spring Valley Excavating Company for over 45 years and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a former member of Buffalo Valley Baptist Church and current member of Grace Gospel Church. Donations may be made to the Joan C. Edwards Cancer Center or the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. His family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 17, 2013, at the Reger Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at Grace Gospel Church. Burial will follow at the Plymale Cemetery, Malcolm Lane, Kenova, W.Va. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

RANDALL LEE FRYE, 54, of Ranger, W.Va., departed this life on Wednesday, May 15, 2013. He was born May 29, 1958, at Cabell Huntington Hospital, a son of Charity Williamson Frye and the late Lawson Frye of Ranger. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Mitchell (Micky) Frye; and his stepfather, Ezra Vance. Randall enjoyed spending time with his family and spending time outdoors, hunting and fishing. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Lucy Tomblin Frye; two daughters, Deidre (Damer) Farley Jr., and DeVanna Frye, both of Ranger; one sister, Dianna (Dave) Vance of Ranger; three brothers, Donald (Kathy) Frye and Frankie (Linda) Frye, both of Ranger, and Dwain (Brenda) Frye of Midkiff; two grandchildren, Dustyn and Dyllyn Farley of Ranger; mother-in-law, Lillian "Peep" Tomblin; and two special friends, Hubert Bryant and Joe Tomblin. Also a host of brother and sister in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Services will be held at noon on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at Freeman Funeral Home with Frankie Frye and Ernie Ray Vance officiating. Burial will follow at Frye Cemetery in Ranger, W.Va. Friends may call Saturday, May 18, 2013, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Freeman Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Freeman Funeral Home, Chapmanville, W.Va., is in charge of the arrangements.

FRANCES JOHNSON, 92, of Crum, W.Va. passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, W.Va.. She was born September 16, 1920 in Webb, W.Va. a daughter of the late Nathan and Hester Moore Evans. She was a homemaker, she was a member of Jehova Witness. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Johnson whom passed away in 1986; she was also preceded in death by four children, William Curtis Johnson, Ethel Marie Ratcliff, Betty Lou Copley and Shirley Ann Johnson. Survivors include, two daughters, Doris Jean Thompson and Vicie Evelyn Chaffin both of Crum, W.Va.; three sons, Charles Andrew Johnson, David Franklin Johnson and Thomas Phillip Johnson all of Crum, W.Va.; 22 Grandchildren, James, Lisa, Ricky, Julie, Michael, William, Keith, Carol, Robin, Teresa, Thomas, Veronica, Marlene, Sonya, Christy, Jr., Brittany, Dale, Melinda, Whitney, Nicole, and Billy; 32 Great Grandchildren, Steven, Samantha, Tyler, Tiffanie, Cody, Cara, Anthony, Tava, Keisha, Dusty, Faith, Austin, Autumn, Isabella, Alyssa, Jay, Jr., Beth, Bud, Bud, Ryan, Jill, Bailey, Briar, Keaton, Kaden, Ona, DJ, BJ, Haley Tristan and Marley; 2 Great, Great Grandchildren, Payton and Hunter. Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Sunday, May 19, 2013 at the Johnson Home, Webb Road, Crum, W.Va.. Burial will follow at the Johnson Cemetery, Crum, W.Va.. Visitation will be after 4:00 PM Saturday at the Johnson Home.

IRENE KATHLEEN ROWE NEWTON, born April 12, 1929, went to be with the Lord May 16, 2013. She was preceded in death by her loving Husband Ernest Newton. She is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Sue & Denny Coleman and Patricia Diann & Carroll Ferris; four grandchildren: Stephen Gregory Coleman, Nathaniel Scott Coleman, Patricia Denise Coleman and Jennifer Sue and Brian Sexton; three great-grandchildren: Jason Murdock, Cody Murdock and Brady Cheek. She attended Vinson Memorial Christian Church and was a volunteer at the Westmoreland Senior Citizen Center. She was also a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Funeral services were officiated by Pastor Pablo Gonzales at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 21. Burial followed in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. Visitation was from 6-8 p.m. Monday, May 20, at the Reger Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.regerfh.com.

GLENNA AVONELL McKEAND WELLMAN, 84, of Kenova, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013 in Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a long illness. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Garrett’s Creek Church of Christ by Evangelist Wyn Baker. Burial will be at the Guy Plymale Cemetery. Glenna was a member of the Garretts Creek Church of Christ and was a great example to all those who knew her while she lived each day for the Lord. Glenna retired from the Lavalette Public Service District where she had served as the general manager. She was born December 14, 1928 to the late James Willis McKeand and Ruth Johnson McKeand Leonard. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Wilma Jean Nichols; two brothers-in-law, Larry Wellman and Joe Shy; three sisters-in-law, Bernice Maynard, Betty Spence and Carol Cisco and several nieces and nephews. Survivors include her beloved husband of 66 years, Billy J. Wellman; four adoring children, one daughter and son-in-law Joe and Patsy Crisel of Kenova; three sons and daughters-in-law, Darrell and Debby Wellman of Prichard, Rick and Pat Wellman of Kenova and Dale and Terri Wellman of Springdale, Arkansas; eleven much loved grandchildren and sixteen precious great grandchildren. Glenna is also survived by three sisters, Willa Dean Allen, Alfreda Wade and Lillian Stephenson; one sister-in-law, Wanda Wellman and many loving nieces and nephews. Glenna was always kind, compassionate and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The family would like to thank the entire staff at the Wayne Nursing and Rehab Center for their amazing care and love given to Glenna during this last six months. Donations may be made in her memory to the Activity Center at Wayne Nursing and Rehab, RR 1 Box 1372, Wayne, WV 25570. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 20th at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com

RETHA DAVIS ADKINS, 72, of Wayne, died May 17, 2013, at home. Funeral service 2 p.m. Sunday at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne. Burial at Gilkerson Cemetery, Wayne. Visitation two hours prior to service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to assist with final expenses.

REV. LYLE MARCUM, 84, of Huntington, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 17, 2013 at the Cabell Huntington Hospital. Born March 16, 1929 at Puritan, WV, he was the son of the late Wallace Marcum of Kermit, WV & Herma Marcum of Huntington, WV. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Hill Marcum; four brothers: Leslie, Welby, Wirt, Wallace (Wad); two sisters: Mabel Hunter and Joan Queen; and a half-brother, Orville. After graduating from Burch High School, Lyle was employed at Kiser Aluminum. He later focused his life on pastoring the Hubbell Church of God. He attended the annual General Assembly for the Church of God Association and enjoyed a trip to the Holy Land. Lyle was also a long-time member of the Tenth Avenue Church of God in Huntington. Lyle spent many years assisting his brother, Wirt and nephew Gary Wirt Marcum in overseeing their grocery businesses at Taylorville and Matewan, WV. He and his wife Phyllis served as assistant directors for Red Man FLW where they orchestrated professional fishing tournaments. They traveled the northern states from Virginia to Vermont. He also participated in Anglers for Christ, a church service conducted prior to each tournament. Lyle was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed gardening, hunting and fishing with his nephews and friends. He looked forward to fishing and being in the company of his nephew, Mike. They recently spent a day together fishing at Yatesville Lake. Lyle opened his home to so many people over the years, helping care for his mother, wife, sister and a host of family members. As Lisa, Regina and David relocated from Delbarton, he invited them to live with him during their transition to Huntington and treated them as his own children. His legacy was caring and serving others in the name of Jesus Christ. He believed in giving more than he received. Whether it was baking hams and cakes for family reunions or sharing produce from his garden, he gave with love and compassion. Lyle’s family Bible is filled with his handwritten notes about scripture. He loved to spend time in the word of God and serving the Lord, which was taught to him early in life by his Christian mother. He is survived by his nieces and nephews of whom he loved as sons and daughters: Mike (Annette) Marcum of Taylorville; Byron (Patricia) Marcum of Pie; Sharon (Bill) Shannon of Taylorville; Lisa and Regina Marcum of Huntington; David Marcum of Proctorville, OH; Cheryl (Larry) Moore of Tennessee; Brenda (Gary) Runyon of Tennessee; Eddie Queen of Charleston; Larry (Dreama) Queen of OH; Roy Glenn (Merriam) Marcum of Huntington; half-brother, Dwight Marcum of Kermit; and a host of family and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2013 and a Celebration of Life will be at 7 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Home and Chapel, with the Reverends Leon Garner, Paul Ray Farley, Darrell Buttram and Will Compton officiating. A graveside tribute will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 23 at the Marcum Cemetery, Pie, WV. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

ROY GLENN KELLEY, 73, of Ceredo passed away on May 17, 2013 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House after a long illness. He was born August 12, 1939 in Wayne County; a son of Deal and Della (Blair) Kelley. He was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Crystal; and his son, Hibert Ted "Sonny" Kelley. Roy leaves behind to mourn his loss, a daughter, Glenna of Lavalette, WV and a son, John Kelley of Ceredo and one sister, Patty Salyers of Huntington. There will be no visitation or funeral. Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home is entrusted with his care. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.

KENNETH F. STILTNER, 66, of Huntington went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Emogene Dolin Hospice House, Huntington, WV. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. O.F. Adkins officiating. Burial followed at Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Wayne, WV. He was born on October 15, 1946 in Huntington, WV, to the late William Jennings Stiltner and Hester Anna Berry Stiltner. Kenneth was a driver for Bison Senior Citizens Center. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Paul Jennings Stiltner, sister Ella Eileen Stiltner Fry, brother Ronald William Stiltner and one grandchild, Noah Reese Sparks. Surviving is his loving wife Mildred Carol Bruce Stiltner, three daughters, Rebekah Lynn Stiltner Napier and husband Charles of Wayne, WV, Beth Ann Stiltner Sparks of Kenova, WV and Denise Carol Napier Nichols and husband Tim of Kenova, WV, son Brian Allen Napier and wife Jennifer of Ft. Gay, WV, sister Louise Stiltner Mills and husband Bill of Louisa, KY, and 13 grandchildren. Friends called from noon until service time on Tuesday at the funeral home.

CHARLES LEE PARSONS SR., 72, of Genoa, W. V. passed away at his home May 18, 2013, he was born and raised in Wayne County. He was preceded in death by his mother, Belva Smith and father Everett Parsons and two children, Patricia and Rhoda Ann, one brother, Paul York and one sister, Jean Sheffield. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Dorothy (Bowen) Parsons and children, Charles (Pete) Parsons Jr. and wife Wealthy; Billy Jo Parsons and wife Gina; Danny Lee Parsons of Huntington; Tammy (Parsons) Jackson and husband Ira of Genoa; Charlene (Parsons) Haynes and husband Dale of Genoa; Earl (BoBo) Parsons of Genoa and one ex. Daughter-in-law Tabitha Parsons of Ohio. Charles raised two of his granddaughters, Robin and Donna Parsons of Genoa, Charles had a total of 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, he is also survived by six sisters and two brothers and a host of friends and extended family. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Rush Branch Church with Pastor Tom Kitts officiating. Burial will follow at the Parsons Cemetery.

ROBERT LEE "BOB" BILLUPS, 67, of Huntington, W.Va., died Saturday, May 18, 2013, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Bob was born Jan. 1, 1946, in Kenova, W.Va., a son of the late Paul Thornton and Marie Workman Billups. He was sales manager for Special Metals. Bob was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ceredo. Although never called to action, Bob proudly served as a member of the U.S. Army Reserves. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Betty Billups; a brother, Clyde Billups; and his father and mother-in-law, Lucian and Eliza Asbury. He is survived by his beloved wife, Beverly Asbury Billups; his much adored children, a daughter and son-in-law, Andrea and Perry Mamula of Huntington, W.Va., and a son and daughter-in-law, Brent and Terri Billups of Cincinnati, Ohio; four precious grandchildren, Robbie and Beth Billups, and Tally and Parker Mamula; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Judy and Gary Akers of Orlando, Fla., and Helen Webb; one brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Pat Billups; one sister-in-law, Hazel Billups, all of Ceredo, W.Va.; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at the First Baptist Church of Ceredo. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. at the church with Rev. Rodney Hale officiating. Burial will follow in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Ceredo. Rollins Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

AMASETTA SARAH SANSOM, 102, of South Point, Ohio, formerly of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013, in Heartland of Riverview, South Point. She was born February 4, 1911, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ulysses and Valeria Florence Blankenship Sansom. Two brothers, Thurman Sansom and Ersle Lee Sansom, also preceded her in death. She was a retired salesperson for the former McCrory's 5&10 and was a member of Community of Grace United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be conducted at noon Thursday, May 23, 2013, at Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Abbey of Devotion, Huntington, with Rev. Keith Leap officiating. Burial will follow. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m. to noon Thursday at the cemetery. Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, is assisting the family. www.chapmans-mortuary.com

BRADLEY SEAN PARK, 24, of Kenova, W.Va., died Monday, May 20, 2013, at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, W.Va. He was born September 30, 1988, in Ashland, Ky., a son of Janet Daniels Watts and her husband Seburne and Jack Park, Jr., and his wife Susan. Brad was a manager for Giovanni's Pizza in Westmoreland. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Martha (Joyce) Daniels. He was a member of Ashland Eagles. Brad was a huge UK fan and could always be found in his favorite UK t-shirt and ball cap. Brad was a good son, brother, husband, father and he loved to spend time with his family more than anything else. He is survived by his beloved wife Francis Kezia Walden Park; the lights of his life, his son Degory and his daughter Keannah; two sisters, Jalyn Ferguson and Shannan Park; his maternal grandfather James Daniels; his paternal grandparents Jack and Donna Park; his paternal step-grandmother Jacqueline Porter; his mother-in-law Linona Walden and his father-in-law Roy Harper; and many other family members and friends. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 24, 2013, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova, W.Va. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. with Brother Roy Harper and Brother Mike Bevins officiating. Burial will follow in Golden Oaks Memorial Garden in Ashland. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Giovanni's, 4624 Waverly Road, Huntington, WV 25704, to assist the family with expenses. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

CHARLES DAVID ROBERTSON, 54, of Huntington, W.Va., husband of Deborah Terry Robertson, died May 20, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington. David had been employed by ACBL Barge Line and he was a U.S. Army veteran. In addition to his wife, David is survived by his parents, Charles B. Robertson and Revia Cisco Robertson; two sons, three daughters, 14 grandchildren; one brother; two sisters and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2013, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will begin at 2 p.m. with Minister Joe Pratt officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery, Kenova.

LILLIAN LOIS OSBURN MARSHALL SANSOM, 89, of Russell, KY, formerly of Wayne, WV, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the home of her daughter, Alesa Lynn Madden. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2013 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV by Elder Leo Maynard. Burial followed at Community Memorial Gardens at Wayne. She was born November 29, 1923 in Wayne County, a daughter of the late John Thomas and Lillie Watts Osburn, both of Wayne. She was a homemaker and member of the Salem United Baptist Church at Wayne. Her husbands, George Kelsy Marshall and Hershel Lee Sansom, Jr., and a granddaughter, Georganna Kay Dailey, also preceded her in death, along with a sister Bessie and five brothers: Ottis, Oscar, John, Fisher & Edward Osburn. Survivors include a son, Gary Austin Marshall (Mary) of Clarkston, MI, two daughters, Kelsy Dailey (Tom, deceased) of Charlotte, NC and Alesa Madden (Roger) of Russell, KY; four grandchildren, D’Andrea Dailey Caskey and Lillie Dailey Lane (Jonathan) of Charlotte, NC, Rachel Walker (Mac) of Barboursville, WV and Tandem Graves (Joey) of Clarkston, MI; four step-grandsons, Tom Dailey, Jr. of Charlotte, NC, Patrick Dailey of Los Angeles, CA and Sarasota, FL, Michael Madden (Valarie) of Fleming Island, FL and Scott (Katja) Madden of Emeryville, CA; four great-grandchildren, Kylie Seaton of Barboursville, WV, Hannah Dailey of Charlotte, NC, Nathanael and Lucas Graves of Clarkston, MI; six step-great-grandchildren, Joelle Graves of Clarkston, MI and Zachary Dailey of Charlotte, NC, Ashley and Amanda Christian, and Abigail and Samantha Madden of Fleming Island, FL.

ETHEL M. BARKER NELSON, 85, of Huntington, WV, died Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Elders Dolphus Perry and Donald Maynard. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, WV. She was born March 21, 1928 in Logan County, WV, a daughter of the late Oscar and Letha Maynard Barker. Ethel was a caregiver for Wayne County Community Services and was a member of the Philadelphia United Baptist Church in Huntington. Her husband, Jesse Nelson also preceded her in death, along with two sisters, Joanne Perry and Lorene Adkins; a brother, Ray Barker; and a daughter-in-law, Debra Nelson. Survivors include two sons, Clifford Nelson and Gary Nelson of Huntington, WV; three sisters, Dorothy Mathews of West Salem, OH, Blanche White of New London, OH, Barbara Sawyers of Wayne, WV; five brothers, Ralph, Oscar Jr., Alvie and Charles Barker all of Wayne, WV, and Ervin Barker of Lavalette, WV; four grandchildren, Eric Nelson, Karen Ashworth and Gary Nelson, all of Huntington, WV, Janice Bennett of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; six great-grandchildren, Brandon Nelson, Bryanna Eckert, Clarissa Nelson, Kierston Nelson, Jessica Bennett and Parker Bennett. Friends may call one hour prior to services at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV.

CLIFFORD MARK BONHAM, 65, of Proctorville, OH, died Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV. He was born August 23, 1947 in Huntington, WV, a son of the late Herman Clifford Bonham, Jr. and Mary Emma Blake Bonham. He was a 1965 Huntington High School Graduate and attended Marshall University and Georgia State University. Mark recently retired from Kings Daughters Medical Center. Survivors include his loving wife of 44 years, Helen Faye Bonham; a daughter, Kimberly Faye Bonham and partner, Chrissy Foster of Columbus, OH; a son Kevin Mark Bonham of Proctorville, OH; a sister, Rebecca McLaren and husband, Frank "Spuds" McLaren of South Park PA; brothers-in-law Glen Berry and wife, Joyce, Ira Berry and wife, Carol, James Berry and wife, Sharon; a sister-in-law, Melba Wilson and husband, Robert; a niece, Sherry Eaves; six nephews, Blake McLaren, Drew McLaren, Jackie Berry, Greg Berry, Doug Berry and Danny Berry; one very special friend of twenty years, Rebecca Pyles. Services will be private for the family. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

OSCAR R. MICHAEL SR., 87, of Prichard, W.Va., loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at Cabell Huntington Hospital after complications from a surgery. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday May 24, at Smith Memorial United Methodist Church, with funeral services beginning at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Davis Cemetery in Prichard. The Rev. Dennis Ashworth, a dear friend to Oscar, will be officiating. Oscar was born July 5, 1925, a son of the late Ethel and Denver Michael. He is preceded in death by four brothers, John Michael, Jack Michael, Fred Michael and Bill Michael; one sister, Annabelle Rayburn; and one great-granddaughter, Cassandra Shea Daniel. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ethel Michael; one sister, Frances (Harold) Dale of Kenova; a brother-in-law, Woody Rayburn; a son, Oscar R. Michael Jr. of Westmoreland; one daughter, Linda D.(Jack) Hampton of Prichard, W.Va.; six grandchildren, Angela M. Hampton, Jodi D. Baisden, Mary Beth Hampton, Darrell (Amanda) Hampton, all of Prichard and Cristy D. Michael and Brandon R. Michael of Huntington; and 12 great-grandchildren, Jamie Waller, Wes Waller, Trey Daniel, Shaina Daniel, Emma Daniel, Kyle Hampton, Jackie Callicoat, Chase Hampton, Lanie Hampton, Jackson Luke Hampton, Abby Newby and Anna Brewer. A special mention to Tommy Dale, Joyce Hay-Davis and Joe Thompson, who were very special to Oscar, as well as Amber Crabtree and Jodi Baisden, for their special care at Wayne Continuous Care. Oscar retired from Armco Steel after 38 years, and was a member of the Prichard Volunteer Fire Department and Buena Vista Masonic Lodge #60 AF&AM, whose members will conduct graveside rites. Oscar had a love for bowling, the Cincinnati Reds, and, above all, his family. He was loved by all that knew him; he touched many lives and will be forever missed. Rollins Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.rollinsfh.com.

BOB W. COPLEY, a 90 year-old native of Beauty, Ky., longtime resident of Wayne County, W.Va., and current resident of Mobile, Ala., passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Mr. Copley owned and operated Copley's Market in Wayne County for over 45 years. He was a man of deep faith and a lifelong member of the Baptist Church. Mr. Copley served in the Pacific Rim during World War II as a member of the United States Navy and was recently a member of the 9th Honor Flight, a program which honors World War II veterans by transporting them to Washington, D.C., to view the World War II Memorial. Mr. Copley is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ruth E. Copley; children, Fred W. Copley (Brenda) of Huntington, W.Va., and Jill Copley Neubauer (Fred) of Mobile, Ala.; and two grandchildren, Alison Copley Neubauer and David Frederick Neubauer. Graveside services with military honors will be held in the Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Spanish Fort, Ala., on Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Huntington City Mission, 624 10th St., Huntington, WV 25701. Condolences may be offered at www.radneyfuneralhome-mobile.com.

PAUL REED DYER passed peacefully to his home in Heaven, Wednesday May 22, 2013. Paul was born June 22, 1933, in Wayne, W.Va. He was preceded home to Heaven by his wife, Janet; his parents, Delbert and Malta; three brothers, Jonnie, Oscar (Jr.), and Walter; and four sisters, Mattie, Mildred, Phyllis and Lorene. Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law with whom he lived the past several years, Mary Lucille and Sean McGeady; nephew and wife whom he spent many happy times with, Jimmy and Jill Clay; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, stepchildren, nephews and nieces, with whom he spent many happy days. Memorial and interment serivces are scheduled for 1 p.m. on July 8, 2013, at Ohio Western Reserve National Veterans Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd., Rittman, Ohio.

GARNET BORDERS, 80, of Orrville, Ohio, formerly of Ceredo, died May 22, 2013, in Brenn-Field Nursing Home. She was a homemaker. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Gillman Funeral Home, Rittman, Ohio; burial in Rittman Cemetery. Visitation one hour before service. www.gillmanfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Wayne County, 2525 Back Orrville Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.

ERVIN W. HULETT, 86 of Catlettsburg, KY passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Kings Daughter’s Medical Center in Ashland, KY. He was born on November 17, 1926 in Wayne County, WV, a son of James Alford and Lilly Mae (Howell) Hulett. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Rev. Benny Hulett, Charles A. Hulett, James Roy Hulett, Kathleen Marsh, Myrtle Lambert, Carl Hulett, Cornelius Hulett, Eddie Hulett and Ethel Marie Hulett. He is survived by his wife Ann and daughters Suzanne Slayten and Lynn Miller; both of Toledo, OH and one brother, Frank Hulett of Catlettsburg, KY; 2 step-sons, Carl Vaughan and Donald Burks II and 6 Grandchildren and 8 Great-Grandchildren. Funeral services will be private at the request of the family at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home in Ceredo, WV. Burial will be at Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens in Ashland, KY

ANNA MARCUM COPLEY, 81 of Crum, West Virginia passed away Friday, May 24, 2013 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia. She was born on February 19th, 1932 to the late Thomas Marcum and Betty Meade Marcum in Logan, West Virginia. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, W.C "Buddy" Copley, two sisters, Shirley Goeller and Lou Spaulding, two brothers, Leon Thomas Marcum Jr. and Randolph Marcum Sr., two nephews, Thomas Marcum and Sherman Spaulding Jr. and special friend, Wayne Justice. Anna is survived by one sister, Faye (Bert) Gillman of Johnstown, Ohio, sister-in-law, Dolly Marcum of Crum, West Virginia, Brother-in-law, Sherman Spaulding, and ten nieces and nephews, Rusty Gillman, Randy (Vicki) Gillman, Sarah Ann Marcum, Debbie Weddington, Mark (Betty Kaye) Marcum, Randolph (Adonna) Marcum Jr., Teresa Ann Marcum, Leon Thomas Marcum II, Anthony Lee Marcum and Betty Lois Spaulding. She is also survived by special friends, Kerry (Lydia) Waggoner, Steven (Prudence) Waggoner and David (Beth) Waggoner and many great nieces and nephews. Funeral services were at the Crum Church of Christ on Sunday, May 26th at 2 pm with her nephew, Leon Thomas Marcum II officiating. Burial followed at the Perry Point Cemetery in Jennies Creek, WV. Arrangements are under the direction of the Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home, Inez, Kentucky.

SHARON RAY SOWARDS, 69, of Kenova, WV. passed away Saturday, May 25, 2013 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. She was born December 1, 1943 in Kenova, daughter of the late Ermal C. and Henrietta Skeens Milum. Sharon was a member of the Poplar Street Church of God. Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by two brothers James Franklin and Billy Jack Milum and a special nephew Brian K. Milum. Sharon is survived by her beloved husband Floyd Jay Sowards; one son and daughter-in-law Mark Alan Sowards (Judy) of Barboursville, WV and three loving grandchildren Brittany Stewart and her husband C.J. of Proctorville, Ohio, Brandon Sowards of Venice, Florida and Taylor Sowards of Barboursville, WV. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and a special niece and nephew Sherri and Scott Milum. Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Rollins Funeral Home with Bishop E.S. Harper, officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 P.M. Monday, May 27, 2013 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

MISS VIOLA GALE HARLESS, 53, of South Point, Ohio, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2013, at St. Mary's Medical Center. She was born Aug. 21, 1959, in Huntington, W.Va., the daughter of Woodrow Wilson and Juanita (Pauley) Harless. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Phyllis Porter and Barbara Harless; and her brother, Homer; and nephew, Tyler Walters. She is survived by her sisters, Sue (Frank) Kincaid, Jean Walters and Pam (Kerry) Walters; six nieces, Debbie, Betty, Sherry, Tina, Sonja and Tasha; and two nephews, Steven and Woodrow; and a special friend, Brenda. The family would like to give special thanks to Gale's friends and staff at Tri-State Industries and her very special longterm aide, Susan. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at the Beulah Freewill Baptist Church on Skyview Drive in Huntington, W.Va., with Rev. Johnny Harris and Rev. Paul Toney officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Wayne, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 27, at the church. Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home is assisting the family with services. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.

ADAM BRANTLEY HOLLAND, son of Cody and Amanda Holland went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Cabell-Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV. He was born on Saturday at 1:37a.m. and went into the arms of the Lord at 3:30 a.m. In addition to his parents he is survived by Maternal grandparents, George and Sharon Newsome of Louisa, KY. and Ralph Jr. and Christie Dent of Fort Gay, and Paternal grandfather, Tim Holland of Genoa; Maternal great grandmother, Amanda Slone and Paternal great grandmother Dora Carter. Adam was the great grandson of the late Cecil Slone, Joe Carter, and Ralph and Marie Dent. He has a lot of family who loves him dearly and Adam will be greatly missed. Visitation was Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Young Funeral Home with a graveside service at 1pm at the Dent Family Cemetery, Fort Gay with Tim Preston and Daniel Perry officiating.

GARY LEE BLACK, 71, of Huntington, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 25, 2013. He was born November 9, 1941 in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late Harvey and Plura Skaggs Black. One sister, Deloris Black-Brammer also preceded him in death along with four brothers, Harvie Black Jr., Gene Black, Harold Black, and Darrell Black. Gary had a special love of gospel music and sang in several quartets including the Royal Messengers Quartet, and he attended Trinity Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include two sons, Gary Black Jr. and his wife Brenda, and William "Billy" Black and his fiancé Robin Neal; one daughter, Denise Kilgore and her husband Ron; six grandchildren, Emily Williams, Marissa Black, Katie Black, Willa Kilgore, John Garrido, and Shawn Garrido; and seven great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation for taking such exceptional care of our Dad. A memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Friday at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Willie May officiating. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the service.

REV. DARRELL ROSS, 72 of Seth, WV, formally of East Lynn WV went home to be with the Lord on Sunday May 26, 2013 at the CAMC Memorial Division Hospital, Charleston, WV after a long illness. Darrell was born March 15, 1941 in Wayne County, WV a son of the late Bethel Stiltner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Stella Ross who passed away in June 20, 2010; two brothers, Albert Lee Stiltner,, Kenny Stiltner and one sister Goldie Pierce. Darrell was the Pastor of the Round Bottom Community Church and also worked 25 years in the logging industry. He was a retired coal miner and a member of the UMWA having worked from 1958 thru 1987 in the mining industry. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Charles "Tammy" Johnson of Alum Creek, WV; four sons, Randy "Cathy" Ross of South Charleston, Tommy Ross of Racine, Denzil Ross of Seth and Rev. Roger "Jackie" Ross of Seth, brothers, Howard Stiltner of Seth, Glen Stiltner of GA, Gerald Stiltner of East Lynn, David Stiltner of Wayne and Thurel Stiltner of Lavalette, sisters, Delila Davis, Georgia Maynard and Alice Adkins of East Lynn and Joann Pierce of Milton; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Services were held Thursday afternoon at Armstrong Funeral Home in Whitesville WV. Interment followed at Pineview Cemetery Mausoleum in Orgas, WV.

NOAH E. MARCUM, formerly of Wayne County, was born March 13, 1921, in Logan, West Virginia, to Andrew Jackson and Melinda (Damron) Marcum. He died Sunday, May 26, 2013, at his home in Collinsville, Oklahoma, at the age of 92 years. Noah was reared and educated in Logan, West Virginia, before entering the armed forces. He served his country honorably during World War II with the United States Army. Throughout his life, Noah was very proud of his service as well as others who had served their country. He was married June 28, 1946, in Palmeroy, Ohio, to Ruth Miller. They had made their home in Collinsville since 1967. He spent most of his working life as an inspector with North American Rockwell in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Noah was strong in his faith and was an active member of Collinsville Christian Church. He was also a member of the Collinsville VFW and was a 33rd Degree Mason with the Collinsville Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed a variety of pastimes including fishing, hunting, and playing his bass guitar. Loving family members include his son and daughter-in-law, Reuben and Linda Marcum of Tulsa. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 30, 2013, at Collinsville Christian Church with Pastor Joe T. Anglin and Pastor Bob Haywood. Serving as casket bearers will be Joe Anglin, Ron Mixer, Larry Cloyd, Marty Cloyd, Earl Worley, and Shon Buehler. Committal services and interment will follow at Ridgelawn Cemetery in Collinsville. Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service in Owasso. www.moweryfs.com

(PD-5/26/13) EVA A. CARRICO, 83, of Huntington, widow of Charles E. Carrico of Clarksburg, passed away at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. She was born on July 29, 1929, in Clarksburg, W.Va., a daughter of Italian immigrants, the late Domnick and Immaculate Pacelli Vilone. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Joe Vilone; and a sister, Mary Ann Kurtz. She is survived by her loving daughter, Cynthia, who was also her caretaker; sisters, Rose Muriale, who she worked alongside of at Rocco's, Helen Pinicki, and Margie Knight; a host of nieces and nephews; and her many cats that she loved dearly. Mrs. Carrico was employed at Rocco's Ristorante as a baker, which is owned by her nephew, Rocco Muriale. Earlier in life, she was employed at Owens-Illinois in Clarksburg. Mrs. Carrico was a friend to everyone she met and will be fondly remembered for her delicious baked goods. At her request, there will be no visitation or funeral. A memorial service will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest beside her husband at the Grafton National Cemetery in Grafton, W.Va. Beard Mortuary is assisting the family. www.beardmortuary.com.

TRESSIE MADALINE SHUFF THOMPSON, 88 of Chesterville, OH died Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH. Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Benton Thompson. Burial followed at Crabtree-Thompson Cemetery, Genoa, WV. She was born June 30, 1924 in Dunlow, WV, a daughter of the late James Salem Shuff and Ethel Chamilia Wolford Shuff. Tressie was a homemaker and member of Twelve-Pole Valley Baptist Church. Her husband, Lindsey Perry Thompson also preceded her in death, along with three sons, Jack Benny Thompson, Kenneth Ray Thompson and Gary Allen Thompson; a sister Margie Wingate; three brothers, Clarence Shuff, Lawrence Shuff and Carl Shuff; two granddaughters, Pamela Sue Henderson Zody and Glenna Thompson Johnson; two sons-in-law, Hershel Henderson and Glenn Thompson, Jr. Survivors include three daughters, Judy Carol Henderson of Cleveland, OH, Wanda Jean Smith and husband, Johnny of Cardington, OH, Rita Joy Thompson of Leicester, NC; a brother, Herbert Ray Shuff of Peoria, IL; fifteen grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren and ten great-great grandchildren and two daughters-in-law, Lillian and Betty Thompson. Friends called from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, June 3, 2013 at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV.

BOOGIE BILL WATTS, 75, of East Lynn, WV, passed away Friday, May 31, 2013 at his residence. He was born February 18, 1938 at East Lynn, WV, a son of the late Tom and Martha Hale Watts. He was a retired laborer in the automotive industry and also for Mobile Arial Towers. He also served in the U.S. Army. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Opal Watts; and four brothers, John, Chester, Jess and Joe Watts. He is survived by his fiancée, Marsha Stone; seven daughters, Martha Thompson, Tina Watts, Bonnie Watts, Hazel Hodge, Virginia Watts, Angela Watts and Jessica Watts; four sons, Billy Watts, William Watts, Clyde Watts and Thomas Watts; a sister, Sadie Garrett and a brother, Clarence Watts and 8 grandchildren. Friends called from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV. There will be no funeral service.

DAWN BARTRAM, 38, formerly of Fort Gay, died May 31, 2013. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Friday, Young Funeral Home Chapel, Louisa, Ky. Visitation two hours before service.

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