RUSSELL LEE FAULKNER, JR., 88, formerly of Huntington, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday January 1, 2014 in Charlotte Hall, Md. He was the son of the late Russell Lee Faulkner Sr. and Leona Mills of Huntington. He was preceded in death by wife Mary Akers Faulkner. Surviving are his two children Susan Faulkner St.Clair and husband, Roy; Betsy Faulkner Dyson and husband, Trevor; two grandchildren Jason Edward St.Clair and wife, Margaret; and Michael Faulkner Dyson. Two Great-Grandchildren Peyton and Connor St.Clair. Surviving wife Willetta E. Faulkner and two step-children Susan Storf Cossa and husband, Gian; and David Harold Storf. A 1943 graduate of H.E.H.S., Russell served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Leon in the Pacific Theater during WWII and awarded seven battle stars. Retiring after 30 yrs. with the ACF in Huntington, he joined CSX in Baltimore MD for 17 years and was an avid golfer. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Friday January 3, 2014 at Spring Hill Cemetery, Huntington. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chapmans-mortuary.com.

JOSEPH RUSSELL "JOE" PORTER, 87, of Ceredo, W.Va., died Thursday, January 2, 2014, at his home. Joe was born May 9, 1926 in Kenova, WV a son of the late Lionel and Betty Barbee Porter. He retired from American Commercial Barge Lines where he had been an Inspector. Joe was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kenova. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a member of American Legion Post #93 Kenova, whose Honor Guard will conduct graveside military rites. Joe was also a member of VFW #1064 Huntington. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Alice Porter; one brother, Harold "Pedo" Porter and two sisters, Mary Margaret Davis and Hilda McSwain. He is survived by his beloved daughters and sons-in-law, Gail and Bill Banks of Fairfield Township, Ohio, Lisa and Steve Diamond and Joella and Chuck Hanlon, all of Ceredo, W.Va.; six grandchildren, Matthew and Danielle Banks, Amy and Paul Luck, Steven and Rebecca Diamond, Ryan and Angie Diamond, Joseph and Daragh Hanlon, and Jaime Hanlon; great-grandchildren Cody, Nicole, Marissa, Logan, Brady, Hayley, Cole, Quinn and soon to be born Baby Hanlon. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Cabell Huntington Home Health, especially Rhonda, Mary Jane, Taylor and Virginia for their care of Joe. Also special thanks to neighbors Ron and Carolyn Nicholson and Jim and Pat Billups. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 2 p.m. Sunday, January 5, 2014, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, W.Va. Funeral services will begin immediately following the visitation at 2 p.m. with Rev. Scott Byard officiating. Burial will follow at Spring Hill Cemetery, Huntington, W.Va. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

BOBBY LEE MARCUM, 58, of Fort Gay, W.Va., passed away Thursday, January 2, 2014 at Kings Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, Ky. He was born September 17, 1955 in Louisa, Ky. a son of Joan Branham Marcum and the late Grover Cleveland Marcum. He was a retired machinist for N&S Railroad and he was a U.S. Navy Veteran Survivors include daughter, Shawna Lee Marcum of Fallsburg, Ky.; two sisters, Patty K. Dove of Fort Gay, W.Va.; Flara Pack of Fort Gay.; two brothers, Grover C. Marcum Jr. of Radnor, W.Va.; James D. Marcum of Fort Gay; two Grandchildren, Piper Nevada Waugh and Leeland David Stone Waugh. Funeral services were conducted 1 PM Monday, January 6, 2014 at Fallsburg Tabernacle Church with Tommy Kitts officiating. Burial followed at the Marcum Family Cemetery, Fort Gay.

CLARENCE SAMUEL FISCHER, 82, of Wayne, W.Va., died January 2, 2014. He was born August 2, 1931, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late George C. and Rose Wolf Fischer. Sam had worked as a self-employed barber for 50 years. He was a member of the Centerville Missionary Baptist Church. Sam was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of American Legion Post #93 Kenova, whose Honor Guard will conduct military graveside rites. He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Dolf and Lisa Fischer of Grayson, Ky., and Chris and Melissa Fischer of Dothan, Ala.; four grandchildren, Travis, Joseph, Ryan and Mikayla and one sister, Joanne Lemley of Huntington, W.Va. The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, W.Va. Funeral services will begin immediately following the visitation at 1 p.m. with Pastor Don Dillon officiating. Burial will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery, Huntington, W.Va. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

ROGER LEE BOWEN, 42, of Louisa, Ky. passed away Thursday, January 2, 2014 at Three Rivers Medical Center in Louisa, Ky. He was born April 21, 1971 in Louisa, Ky., a son of Roy Lee and Mary Murphy Bowen. He was a member of Smith Chapel Church. He was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Lynn Bowen. Survivors include his parents, Roy Lee and Mary Bowen of Louisa, Ky.; his loving wife, Martha Ellen Bowen of Louisa, Ky.; children, Shane Cobal of Michigan; Roger Lee Bowen II of Michigan; William Cody Bowen of Louisa, Ky.; Allyssa Lena Bowen also of of Louisa, Ky.; 4 Grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM Sunday, January 5, 2014 at Young Funeral Home Chapel with Kenny Bailey officiating. Burial will follow at the Frasher Cemetery, Fort Gay, W.V.. Visitation will be 6:00 til 9:00 PM Saturday at Young Funeral Home, Louisa, Ky.

SHIRLENE PRINCE, 47, of Denton, Kentucky passed away Thursday, January 2, 2014 at her home. She was born May 17, 1966 in Louisa, Ky. a daughter of the late Harmie and Norma Hughes Presley. She was a housewife. Survivors include, her loving husband, Sam Prince of Denton, Kentucky; daughter, Samantha Artrip of Denton, Kentucky; son, Anthony Prince also of Denton, Kentucky; one Grandchild, Baile Artrip; brothers, Dale Presley of Louisa, Ky.; Johnny Presley of St. Albans, W.V.; Elvis Presley of Fort Gay, W.V.; sisters, Debbie Endicott of Fort Gay, W.V.; Darlene Patrick of Fallsburg, Ky.; Willie Shilling of St. Albans, W.V.. Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Sunday, January 5, 2014 at Young Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at the Presley Cemetery, Fort Gay, W.V.. Visitation will be 6:00 til 9:00 PM Saturday at Young Funeral Home Chapel.

DELMER PRESTON VANNATTER, SR., 61, of Lancaster, Oh., formerly of Prichard, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 2, 2014. He was born December 23, 1952 in Breeden, W.Va., a son of the late Keeling and Mahala Marcum Vannatter. One sister, Belva Jean Vannatter also preceded him in death along with two brothers, Delmas Vannatter and James Vannatter; one daughter Tammy Marie Vannatter: and one grandson, Anthony Dillon Vannatter. He worked as an auto painter and attended the House of Worship. He leaves behind his wife Lana Jean Vannatter of Lancaster; one son, Delmer Preston Vannatter Jr. and his wife Linda of Marengo, Oh.; and four grandchildren, Amanda M. Adkins and her fiancé Stephen Schengeli, Kalynn S. Vannatter, all of Lancaster, Tyler Preston Vannatter and Aaron Jacob Vannatter, both of Marengo. Also surviving are five brothers, Bud Vannatter and his wife Joni of Dunlow, W.Va., Joe Vannatter and his wife Lavonda of Genoa, Dave Vannatter and his wife Vicky of Kuttawa, Ky., John Vannatter and his wife Nina of Dunlow, W.Va., and Roland Vannatter and his wife Pauletta of Genoa; seven sisters, Beth Ferguson and her husband Larry of Palm Coast, Fla., Cozy Straw of Laurelville, Oh., Merl Moore and her husband Dave of Dunlow, W.Va., Ruby Jackson of Wayne, W.Va., Delanie Maynard and her husband Lee of Louisa, Ky., Shirley Moore and her husband John of Wayne, and Mary Ann Vannatter of Laurelville; and nieces, nephews, and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Sunday, January 5, 2013 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home by Brother Scott Marshall, Brother Arbie Rice, and Brother Dave Vannatter. Burial will follow in the Vannatter Cemetery, Dunlow. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

JOHNIE SPAULDING, 86, of Jennies Creek, WV passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at his home. He was born on April 5, 1927 in Wayne Co., WV; he was a son of the late Flem and Lydia Lowe Spaulding. He was preceded in death siblings, Kessler, Jennetta, Arizona, Angie, Dixie, and Virgie. He was a retired employee of Simmons Mattress Company. He is survived by his sister, Polly Ann Spaulding of Jennies Creek, WV. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the Perry Point Church with Ken & Jess Allen officiating. Burial followed in the Perry Point Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home, Inez, KY.

BERTHA MAE DUFF, 89, of Kenova, W.Va., went to be with her heavenly Father on January 5, 2014. Bertha was born on September 30, 1924, in Ceredo, W.Va., daughter of the late Charles and Mabel Thompson Staten. She worked many years at Wender's Dress Shop. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Earl Duff, a brother Melvin Staten and a sister Eloise Staten. She is survived by her son James Michael Jordan and wife Carol; one grandson, Ron Jordan and wife Shirley; one sister, Patricia Ann Staten; one brother, Charles Edward Staten and wife Juanita; a sister-in-law Nancy Staten, as well as many nephews, nieces and their families. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation, St. Mary's Medical Center and Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House for all their support and kindness. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at Ceredo Christian Baptist Church. Funeral services will begin immediately following the visitation at 1 p.m. with Rev. Chris Day officiating. Burial will follow at Crescent Hill Cemetery, Ceredo, W.Va. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Ceredo Christian Baptist Church Building Fund, 417 Main Street, Ceredo, WV 25507. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

CARL H. BLEVINS, 79, Huntington, W.Va., passed on Sunday, January 5, 2014. The family will receive visitors on Thursday, January 9, 2014, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Reger Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, January 10, 2014, at 1 p.m. by Rev. Jamie Gump at the Reger Funeral Chapel, followed by graveside services to include Masonic rites by Crescent Lodge #32 AF&AM of Ceredo and military rites by American Legion Post 93 of Kenova. Carl was born on January 7, 1934. He was the son of the late Emmet Wells Blevins, Lillian Raines-Blevins McComas and stepfather Clifford H. McComas. He was preceded in death by one son, Bradly H. Blevins, and a sister, Delores McComas Connally. He is survived by his wife, Donna Edmonds Blevins; son, Mark (Rose) of Suffolk, Va.; son, Joe of Huntington; grandchildren, Melissa (CA), Alexandra (VA), Michael (VA) and Kara Ann (IL); and the mother of his children, Patricia Damron Blevins of Huntington. He is also survived by brothers Tommy and Charles McComas of Huntington. Carl cherished the time spent with all his nieces and nephews and would travel to Arizona to see them often. He was an Army veteran and served his country in Korea. His civilian career spanned across the Huntington Police Department (Lieutenant 20 years) and Huntington Veterans Affairs Medical Center (18 years) where he served as the AFGE union President for 16 years. He led efforts to mentor local youth through coaching Little League and Babe Ruth baseball teams. He had a passion for the sport of boxing and supported local Golden Gloves activities. He loved boating and entertaining friends along the Ohio River many summers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Masonic Scholarship Endowment Trust of WV, P.O. Box 2907 Wilson, NC 27894-2907. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

DENNIS EDWARD WARD, 86, of Ceredo WV passed away on January 6, 2014. He was born on November 9, 1927 in Wayne County, WV; the son of the late Leander Ward and Sarah Francis Thacker Ward. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Ollie Ward, Emery Ward, Verla B. Frazier, Lorain Sutfin, Nolda Ward, Alvin Ward, Mary Alice Ward, Lois Ward, and Franklin Ray Ward. Dennis is survived by his nieces and nephews, cousins and great nieces and nephews. He lived in the Ceredo Manor and will be missed by all who knew him. There will be no funeral services at the requests of the family. Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home is honored to assist this family. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo- kenovafuneralhome.com.

JUDY ANNE ARTIS, 68, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Monday, January 6, 2014, at Cabell Huntington Hospital, Huntington, W.Va. She was born July 14, 1945, in Huntington, W.Va. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Chester R. Artis; two sons, Benny R. (Aubrey) Artis and Bill (Sheila) Artis; one special grandson, Joshua; one special granddaughter, Madison Brooke; and two special great-nieces, Emma and Maya. There will be a celebration of life service 2 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2014, at Good Samaritan Church, 1610 Florence Avenue, Huntington. Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio assisted the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Good Samaritan Church. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.

EDSEL RUSSELL, 65, of Ann Arbor, Michigan, passed away January 6, 2014 with his family by his side. He was born to the late John and Ethel Russell, in Huntington, West Virginia, on March 18th, 1948. He was born the youngest of ten children and grew up and attended school in East Lynn, West Virginia. In 1968 he was drafted into the United States Army to serve his country in the Vietnam War. He completed his tour of duty in the First Cavalry Division having received a Purple Heart for being wounded on the battlefield. Upon being honorably discharged, he moved to Michigan where he met and married his beloved wife Regina on May 12th, 1975. He is survived by five children: Shannon Cowan, of Waterford, Michigan; Matthew Russell, of Ann Arbor, Michigan; Rachel Spence, of Belleville, Michigan; Tabitha Bailey, of Ann Arbor, Michigan; and Andrea Pilchak, of Taylor, Michigan. He will ever be adored as “Paw Paw” to his 13 grandchildren. Even though his 15 month battle with a brain tumor claimed his life, it could not take his spirit or his love for God. He never complained about his lot and could often be heard singing a hymn or commenting on how good God has been to him, even near the end. A visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Monday, January 13th at Nie Family Funeral Home in Ann Arbor, Michigan (3767 W. Liberty Rd). A memorial service will be held immediately after, starting at 7 p.m. Final remains will be scattered at a Veterans Memorial Service at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan at a later date.

ANDREA DELBERTA STEPHENSON QUEEN, 41, of Interlachen, Florida, formerly of Wayne passed away January 6, 2014 in Interlachen, florida where she made her home. She was born July 27, 1972. She is preceded in death by her father Russell Dilbert Stephenson. She is survived by her mother Darlene Stephenson of Wayne, husband Eric Queen and daughter Erykah Jordan Queen of Interlachen; three sisters, Angela Stephenson Thompson and husband Wade Thompson of Corbin, Ky., Alice Stemenson of Wayne and Amber Stephenson of Wayne; one nephew, Luke Thompson; one niece, Desiree Stephenson and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends and special friend Debbie Osburn of Wayne. A memorial service took place at Canada Chapel Church in Wayne Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 2 p.m. Burial was at the Stephenson Cemetery. Andrea will be missed very much by everyone.

WILLIAM LEE RIFFE, 73, of Fort Gay, W.V. passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Ky. He was born November 29, 1940 in Logan County, W.V. a son of the late Leonord and Cordillia Lawson Riffe. He was a retired Coal Miner and worked for North America Coal Company for 17 years, and a member of the UMWA and he was a member of the Jesus Name Tabernacle Church in Kermit, W.V. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Riffe. Survivors include, two daughters, Christina “Brandon” Williams of Fort Gay, W.V.; Lisa “Johnny” Ousley of Orlando, Florida; three sons, Larry “Amy” Fiffe of Louisa, Ky,; Darrell Nathaniel Riffe of Pikeville, Ky.; William Lee “Terri” Riffe Jr. of East Lynn, W.V.; one brother, Lucian Riffe of Dunlow, W.V.; four sisters, Nettie Ratcliff of Kermit, W.V.; Catherine Riffe of Steptown, W.V.; Cora Belle Finley also of Steptown, W.V.; Merkie Riffe of Pigeon Forge, TN; Several Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted 1:00 PM Friday,

BRITTANY RAE HOLMES-ADKINS, 27, of Wayne, WV, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 am Monday, January 13, 2014 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Pastor Roger Perry. She was born April 21, 1986 in Lincoln Park, MI, a daughter of Lori Ann Stephens Holmes and the late Raymond Glenn Holmes. Brittany was a massage therapist. Also preceding her in death were her grandparents, Norman L. Stephens, Thurman Otis Holmes and Doris Lolette Holmes and Uncle Virgil L. Sharp. In addition to her mother, survivors include her husband and best friend Christopher Lee Adkins; a son, Christian Ray Adkins; a brother, Jeremy David Holmes; mother- in-law Christi Tabor and husband Dave, father-in-law Randy Adkins, maternal grandmother Shirley Ann Stephens, a special cousin and friend, Charles Robert Adkins, II; a very special little girl, who was very dear to her heart Angelina Dawn Rene Adkins, and numerous other cousins, nieces and nephews and aunts and uncles. Through her short life Brittany had many friends and a lot of family for whom she loved very much. Those who knew her loved her tender heart and bright spirit. Although she’s gone on her light will shine here forever. Visitation will be held 6 to 9 pm Sunday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV

DORIS COLE PRIDDY, 89, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2014. She was born November 3, 1924, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ezra an Edith Ann Williams Cole. Doris had been employed by Corbin Ltd. She was a member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Huntington, W.Va. She was a member of American Legion Post #93 Kenova Auxiliary. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband W.W. Priddy; three sisters, Annagene Simpkins, Arlene Akers and Maxine Beach and brothers Ezra Cole Jr., and Harold Lee Cole. She is survived by one sister, Betty Adkins of Ceredo, W.Va.; three nieces and three nephews. The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, January 13, 2014, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. A service will be conducted at 1 p.m. in the mausoleum at Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington, W.Va., with Pastor Jeff Lycans officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

MILDRED I. THOMPSON, 78, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away January 10, 2014. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, January 12, 2014, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville. Entombment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. She was born January 22, 1935, in Wayne County, a daughter of the late Ross and Erma Carter McSweeney. She is also preceded in death by her husband Earl J. Thompson. She is survived by her son Ray Adkins; step-son James "Jimmy" Thompson; one brother, Pearly McSweeney; three granddaughters and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation will be after 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville.

JULIA EVELYN FINLEY EVANS, 76, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Wayne, WV, went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2014 at Ohio State University Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at Morris funeral Home Chapel, Wayne with Brother Dolphus Perry officiating. She was born on April 19, 1937 in Huntington, WV, to the late Eldridge Finley and Hessie Nelson finley. Julia was a telephone operator for 35 years for AT&T, a member of Union #CWA (Communication Workers of America) 4320 and was also a member of the Lunch bunch. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Paul Robert Evans. Survived by her daughters Rosemarie Rogers of Columbus, Ohio and Elisha Little (Dr. Mark) of Minnesota, son David Paul Evans of Columbus, Ohio, sister Janice Carol Finley Aselin of Bexley, Ohio, and two grandchildren, Collin Little and Katherine Rose Johnson.
Friends may visit from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Morris funeral Home, Wayne is in charge of the arrangements.

EDITH ADKINS QUEEN of Interlachen, Florida, formerly of Wayne, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2014 surrounded by her family following a brief illness. She was born in Wayne County, West Virginia and had been a resident of Interlachen for the past 44 years coming from Wayne County, WV. She was a 1956 graduate of the Wayne High School. She enjoyed singing and sang for many years with the family quartet, The Mellowtones. She attended the Oak ridge Baptist Church in Interlachen. She was preceded in death by her parents, Doliver and Arvilla Adkins; two brothers, Dallas Adkins and Leslie Adkins; three sisters, Maxine Chadwick, Murl-Jean Lambert and Irene Chadwick. Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Dallas Queen of Interlachen; one son, Dwayne Dallas Queen and his wife Cathy of Interlachen; two daughters and sons-in-law, Karen and Glenn Whittington of Interlachen and Carla and Danny Hemphill of Interlachen; one sister, Martha Wellman of Huntington, WV; eight grandchildren and spouses, Christy and Cliff Gabbard, Aaron and Melissa Whittington, Adam and Jenna Hemphill, Seth and Kelsi Hemphill, Dwayne Dallas Queen, Jr., Stephanie Queen, Chase freeman (Terri), and Chad freeman (Tatum); six great-grandchildren, Savannah Branch, Molly Gabbard, Abby Whittington, Katlyn Blackmer, Marli Hemphill, Averi Hemphill, Beckham freeman, and Micah freeman; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Oak ridge Baptist Church in Interlachen with Rev. Calvin freeman officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak ridge Cemetery in Interlachen. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service. Messages of sympathy may be expressed in her online guestbook at www. themastersfuneralhomes. com. Masters funeral Home of Interlachen is in charge of the arrangements.

JOSEPH T. SCHAFER, 86, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Monday morning, January 13, 2014, at River's Bend Nursing Home after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Bill Osborn and Pastor Charles O. Adkins. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Huntington. He was born January 4, 1928, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late George Joseph and Cora Matthews Schafer. Joseph was a veteran of the U.S. Army having joined in 1945 and served with the First Cavalry Division. He was a foreman with Columbia Gas Transmission having retired in 1985 after 36 years of service, and was a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Wayne, W.Va. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter Karen Sue Ball and two sisters and two brothers, Eva Clark, Dorothy Christian, Charles and James Schafer. Survivors include the love of his life and his wife of 58 years, Marcetis Robinson Schafer; three sons and two daughters-in-law Keith Schafer and his fiancée Laura Davenport, Kyle and Pam Schafer and Kevin and Michele Schafer; eight grandchildren, Kim Fortner, Andy, Erin, Adam, Chris, Corey, Cole and Anna Schafer; two great-grandchildren, Isaac Fortner and Jocelyn Schafer; son-in-law Shirley Ball and daughter-in-law Teresa Schafer. The family would like to thank their wonderful neighbors on Buffalo Creek, the VA Home Health Care, VA Medical staff, River's Bend Health Care, Hospice of Huntington and all who helped in his care. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

GLADYS TOMBLIN, 87, of Shoals, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 13, 2014, at Wayne Nursing & Rehab, Wayne, W.Va. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 16, 2014, with Brother Ray Williamson officiating. Burial will follow in Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, W.Va. She was born on May 15, 1926, in East Lynn, W.Va., a daughter of the late Archie Staley and Rena Ryan Staley. Gladys was a homemaker and a member of Philadelphia United Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Roy Tomblin, sister Edith Staley and six brothers, Jay, Charley, Bernie and Bill Staley and Robert and Joney Porter. Surviving are two daughters, Bonita McSweeney (John) and Patty Ellison (Chuck), all of Shoals, W.Va.; two sons, Ronald Orman Tomblin of Shoals, W.Va., and Phillip Ray Tomblin (Chandra) of Kenova, W.Va.; sister Marie Tomblin of Wayne, W.Va.; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great- great-grandchild. Friends may call two hours prior to the service on Thursday. Morris Funeral Home, Wayne is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHN RANDALL "RANDY" HATTON, 57, of Ceredo, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 13, 2014. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2014, at the First Baptist Church of Kenova, W.Va. Randy was born on October 8, 1956, in Huntington, W.Va., the son of Hazel Shelton Owens and the late John Lakin Hatton. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Mark Alan Hatton. Randy was a former assistant manager with Rich Hardware and an assistant manager for many years with Tradewell. Randy had a passion for golf and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. In addition to his mother, survivors include his stepfather, William Owens; two sons and their mothers, John R Hatton II and Rita Joos and Brandon Hatton and Cheryl Huffman; two grandchildren, Riley and Samatha Hatton; three brothers, David Hatton, Jeff Hatton and Danny Hatton; and two sisters and a brother-in-law, Linda and Jan Harbour and Bobbi Hatton, all of Huntington. Friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m. visitation; service at 2 p.m. on January 23, 2014, at the church. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family.

WILLIAM "ROGER" YOUNG, 60 of Ona, W.Va., passed away January 14, 2014, with his wife by his side. He was born August 17, 1953, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late Maxine Ross Pruitt and Kenneth Young of Huntington, W.Va. In addition he was preceded in death by his brother Larry Joe Valdez and his father-in-law Carl "Duke" Childers. He worked at Marshall University for 25 years and was on the Kenova Volunteer Fire Department for 15 years. He was also a member of the Collis P. Huntington Historical Railroad Society for 22 years. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Susan Childers Young; his mother-in-law Anna Jean Childers; his brother and sister-in-law John "Eddie" and Mary Childers; one niece, Christina Childers; a friend Roger MacCallister; a very special cousin Joe and Kay Jordan; two step-sisters, Carolyn and Wanda and many aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2014, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, W.Va. Funeral services will be conducted immediately following the visitation at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Pastor Larry Sanders officiating. Burial will follow in Dock's Creek Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

ZOLA “Susie” LEE STALEY HASSETT of Huntington Zola “Susie” Lee Staley Hassett, 74, of Huntington passed away and went to be with the Lord on Tuesday January 14, 2014 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. funeral services will be held on Friday January 17,2014 at 2:00 pm at the Reger Funeral Chapel conducted by Pastor Larry Mullins. Burial will follow at the Maynard Cemetery. The pallbearers will be Jeremy Johnson, Ralph Hill, Timothy Watts, Joshua Watts, Justin William Boyle, and Johnathan Newman She was born on May 30, 1939. She was a loving mother and a vibrant woman who was as strong as she was loving and caring. She appreciated life and all of its moments and strived to make those around her happy and secure. She was straight forward and direct and incredibly supportive of everyone in her family. She will be terribly missed and always honored and cherished. Zola is preceded in death by her father and mother Walter Henry and Stella Mae Alley Staley, two sisters; Mary Ellen Staley and Helen Francis Staley and a granddaughter Tara Lynn Boyle Overby. She is survived by her brother: Charles earl Staley (Ann) and her sister; Anna Margaret Corn. She is survived by her children; William ray Boyle (Tracy), Walter Dion Boyle (Vaughna), Brian Keith Boyle Hassett (Janet), Randall Hassett (Tammy), Wayne Hassett and Jacob Hassett (Rea) and her only daughter: Yvonna L. Boyle Maynard and her husband Elvie who loved Zola dearly. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Johnathan Paul Overby, Jeremy Ryan Johnson, Timothy and Joshua Watts, Marissa Dawn, John Bradley, Kelli Jo, Christopher Shawn, Dianna Lynn and Justin William Boyle and Patrisha Joyce Newman, 19 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and many friends including; Joyce Jackson, richard Neal, and her lifelong friend; Mary L. Adkins. Friends may call from 5-7 pm Thursday January 16, 2014 at the Reger Funeral Home.

EDITH BREEDING MOORE, 82 of Lavalette, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. She was born July 19, 1931 in Logan County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin and Columbia Newsome Breeding. Her husband, Rev. John E. “Bunk” Moore, Sr. also preceded her in death along with sisters June Breeding and Elizabeth “Betts” Hagen; and three brothers, John W. Breeding Sr., Demma Breeding, and Arthur Breeding. Survivors include three daughters, Icel Yvonne Dowling of Las Vegas, Nev., Sandra Megyesi-Hallas and her husband John of Camden, Mich., Betsy Moore of Lavalette; one son, John E. Moore Jr. and his wife Pat of Allentown, Penn.; three grandchildren Kym Dowling of Las Vegas, Nev., David E. Megyesi and his wife Pat of Toledo, Oh., and James D. Harmon of Lavalette; and two great- grandchildren, Rachel Megyesi and Abigail Megyesi, both of Toledo. Also surviving is one sister, Icel Midkiff of Henderson, Nev.; and special niece Cheryl McNeeley of Toledo, Oh. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Friends may call after 5 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

ADA B. MAYS, 94, of South Point, Ohio, formerly of Wayne County, WV, beloved mother and grandmother, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at Rivers Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in South Point. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 18, 2014 at Morris funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Elder Ivory Williamson officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens at Wayne. She was born May 10, 1919 in Logan County, WV, a daughter of the late Harrison Nathaniel and Sara Elizabeth Clark Kimbler. She was a homemaker and member of the Salem United Baptist Church since 1948. Her husband, Orville Mays; a great-granddaughter, Cora Russell; a great- great-granddaughter, Arianna Williamson; her sisters Cora Lee Fry and Charity Ramey; and her brothers Brady, Ervin, Delbert and Alpha Kimbler also preceded her in death. Survivors include her daughter, Janice Thompson of Huntington, WV; two grandchildren Jovana Meeks of Huntington, WV and Johnny Williamson and wife, Marena of Cincinnati, OH, a great- granddaughter, Sheena Williamson of Vandalia, OH one great-great-grandchild, Treyton Russell. Visitation will be from noon until service time Saturday at Morris Funeral Home. The family would like to thank the staff at river Bend Nursing Home and Hospice of Huntington.

DON MARCI, 88, of Huntington, husband of the late Betty Rose Macri, passed away Wednesday January 15, 2014 at his residence. Funeral Liturgy will be conducted at 10 am Saturday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Huntington, by Father Dean Borgmeyer. Burial will follow in Rome Cemetery, Proctorville, Ohio. He was born March 21, 1925 to the late Vincenzo and Josephine Asaro Macri. Don was the president of Holiday Pools and retired from Houdaille Industries. He was a veteran of the US Navy having served during WWII from 1943 to 1945 in the South Pacific and was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 93 of Kenova. In addition to his wife and parents he was preceded in death by three sisters Mary Rose Ransick, Marina Perovich and Teresa Macri Waterman. Survivors include his five sons and their wives, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Macri, Mr. and Mrs. Don Macri, Mr. and Mrs. Greg Macri, Mr. and Mrs. Vince Macri and Mr. and Mrs. Philip Macri and four brothers Pat, Joe, Mike and Jim Macri. Friends may call from 6 to 8 pm friday at the reger funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm at the funeral home. Condolences may be made to the family at www. regerfh.com.

RHONDA G. DEAN, 53, of Wayne, WV died Jan. 15, 2014. She was born October 14, 1960 in Romulos, Mich, a daughter of the late Norman ray and Garnett Adkins Dean. She was also preceded in death by son, Steven Wade, and a brother Terry Dean. She was a clerk for fairlane ford Company and a realtor. She is survived by her husband, David Stevens; son, Cody Wade of Wayne; Jenna Wade of Wayne; brother, Jack Dean of east Lynn, WV; nephew, Michael Stephenson; niece, Dreama Dean; great nephews, Logan and Seth and many nieces, nephews and cousins who all loved her and will miss her. funeral services will be 2:00pm Sunday, Jan. 19, 2014 at McGhee-Handley funeral Home, West Hamlin, WV. The burial will be in Warrick Cemetery, Branchland, WV. A viewing will be from 6pm to 8pm Saturday at the funeral home. condolences can be left at www.handleyfh.com

CHARLENE DAVIS MALCOLM, 101 of Lavalette, W.Va., went to be with the Lord Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. She was born April 12, 1912, in Ceredo, W.Va., a daughter of the late Charles A. and Mollie Carver Davis. Charlene was a retired schoolteacher, having taught in the Wayne County School System for 44 years. She was a 50-year member of the Alpha Delta Kappa teachers' sorority. She was also a member of the Lavalette United Methodist Church, Wayne Eastern Star, Lavalette Woman's Club and Past Mother Advisor for the Rainbow Girls in Wayne. Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Carl Chase Malcolm and two brothers and sisters-in-law, Joe (Virginia) Davis and Pete (Cathyleen) Davis. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Carla (Eddie) Ransbottom of Lavalette; one granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Beth (Bruce) Thompson of Huntington, W.Va.; one grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Aaron (Lori) Ransbottom of Lebanon, Ohio; great-grandchildren Rachel, Luke, Brooke and Cole Ransbottom and Lauren, Carinne and Maddie Hughes of Lebanon, Ohio. She is also survived by two nieces and their spouses, Susan and Kenny Queen of Lavalette, W.Va., and their children, and Paulette and Danny Wylie of Cocoa Beach, Florida and their children; a very special caregiver Sharon Dishman, who has become a part of our family, and a host of friends. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, January 20, 2014, at Rollins Funeral Home with Pastor Jerry Matt and Rev. Carol McKay officiating. Interment will follow in Dock's Creek Cemetery. Friends may call two hours prior to the service at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

ALFRED BOYD "JOE" ROBERSTON, 75, of Lavalette, W.Va., passed away Thursday, January 16, 2014 at Huntington Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born July 5, 1938 at Radnor, W.Va. a son of the late Oney and Artie Copley Robertson. He leaves behind his wife, Kay Robertson; one daughter, Sarah Kay Robertson of Melbourne, Fla.; three sons, Aaron Robertson of Melbourne, Todd Robertson of Lavalette, and Zachariah Robertson of Melbourne; and three grandchildren. Also surviving is one brother Bernard Robertson of Radnor; and two sisters, Lillian Pack of Harpster, Oh., and Arna Gay of Genoa, W.Va. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday, January 19, 2014 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Robertson Cemetery.

SHELBY DWIGHT MAYO, 58, of Ripley, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at Hospice of Hope, Maysville, Ky. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne with Brother Roger Maynard & Brother Dolphus Perry officiating. Burial will follow in the Mayo Cemetery, Huntington, WV. Shelby was born on December 7, 1955 to Stella Perry Mayo of Kettering, Ohio and the late Shelby Mayo. He was an Army veteran and worked at the ford Motor Company. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife Yong Mayo, daughter Stella McCaughey (Rob) of Seattle, WA, sons Dwight Mayo of Ripley, Ohio and Neil Mayo of Seattle, Washington, sisters Jeanetta Tibbets (Chesley) of Kettering, Ohio and Barbara Neville (Richard) of New Zealand, brother Paul Mayo (Sarah) of Fort Worth, Texas and two grandchildren, Tyler and Olivia McCaughey. Friends may call from noon until 1 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Morris funeral Home Wayne is in charge of the arrangements.

JERRY LEE MAYNARD, 71, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away on Friday, January 17, 2014, at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 19, 2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Elder Roger Maynard and Dennie Cyfers officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne. He was born on July 26, 1942, to Ruby Finley Maynard of Wayne, and the late Harold Curry Maynard. Jerry was an Army veteran and a member of Salem United Baptist Church. Surviving is his daughter Jessica Lynn Clark (Bill) of Catlettsburg, Ky.; two sisters Pat Napier and husband Clifford of East Lynn, W.Va., and Linda Maynard and husband Wilford of Wayne; brother Phillip Maynard and wife Clair of Wayne; and two grandsons, William and Cory Clark. The family wishes to extend special thanks to staff and friends at Wayne Nursing and Rehab and Hospice of Huntington. Friends may call two hours prior to the service on Sunday at Morris Funeral Home.

FRED JOHNSON MILLS, 88, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Friday, January 17, 2014, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, January 20, 2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Pastors C.W. Adkins and Jake Steele officiating. Burial will follow at the Spurlock Cemetery, Wayne. He was born November 12, 1925, on Peter Cave, Wayne, W.Va., a son of the late Lewis Burgess and Jennie Miller Mills. Fred was a retired station agent for the B&O Railroad and was a former president of the Hamden School Board and the Vinton County (Ohio) School Board. He was a member of the Wayne United Methodist Church and formerly a member of the Oak Hill (Ohio) Methodist Church and the Hamden Methodist Church where he served as lay speaker and Sunday school teacher. He was also a Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 92. Fred proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy in both World War II and the Korean Conflict. A brother Willard Jack Mills also preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Hazel Mae Adkins Mills; a daughter Ann McDaniel (Howard) of Huntington, W.Va.; a son Lyndell Fred Mills (Judy) of Westerville, Ohio; a sister Virginia Cornwell (Carroll) of Salisbury, N.C.; four brothers, Kenneth Mills (Minnie) of Waxhall, N.C., Gene Mills of Salisbury, N.C., Hubert Mills (Sharon) of Petersburg, Va., and Hobert Mills (Chris) of Granville, Ohio; a sister-in-law, Ardith Faye Mills of Ceredo, W.Va.; five grandchildren, Jamie Schwanitz, Erin Essenmacher, Zachary Mills, Lauren McDaniel and Kevin McDaniel; and three great-grandchildren, Xytan McDaniel, Audrey Schwanitz and Abby Essenmacher. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until service time Monday at Morris Funeral Home.

RANCIE MACK FETHEROLF, 74, of Fort Gay, W.V. passed away Sunday, January 19, 2014 at J. J. Jordan Geriatric Center in Louisa, Ky. He was born December 12, 1939 in Columbus, Ohio a son of the late Ralph and Mildred Rundio Fetherolf. He was a carpenter and a Minister and was a member of the First Church of Big Hurricane. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Fetherolf; son, David Michael Fetherolf; sister, Donna Nance. Survivors include, one daughter, Denna Black of Fort Gay, W.V.; three sons, Rancie Mack Fetherolf Jr. of South Carolina; Dwayne Fetherolf of Prichard, W.V.; Darin Fetherolf also of Fort Gay, W.V.; four brothers, Ralph Fetherolf, Richard Fetherolf, Robert Fetherolf and John Fetherolf; 11 Grandchildren and 14 Great-Grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at First Church of Big Hurricane, Fort Gay, W.V. with Johnny Cavins officiating. Burial will follow at the Christian Cemetery. Visitation will be noon til 2:00 PM on Wednesday at First Church of Big Hurricane.

ALLEN DALE PERRY, 63, of Ironton, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2014 at his residence. The Huntington, WV native was born January 17, 1951 the son of the late Edgar and Ruth Norris Perry. Dale is survived by his wife Jodie Pearson Perry whom he married June 18, 1972. Dale was a 1969 graduate of Buffalo-Wayne High School and worked maintenance at Lawrence Federal Bank. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law Allen and Amy Perry Jr. of Ironton, and Tyler Perry and his fiance Johnna Seward of Ironton; a daughter, Shelby Perry of South Point; four brothers and three sisters-in-law, James and Judy Perry of Proctorville, OH, Miles Perry of Huntington, WV, Eddie and Debbie Perry of South Point, and Scott and Becky Perry of Lavalette; two sisters and two brothers-in-law, Judith and Ronald Graham of Lavalette, WV, and Donna and Larry Adkins of Calabash, N. C.; 5 grandchildren. Funeral services will be 2 PM Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at Phillips Funeral Home, 1004 South Seventh Street, Ironton, OH with Pastor Terry Wagner officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12:00PM until the time of service at the funeral home. At the family’s request, donations can be made to the American Heart Association, 5455 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43214.

ROY KENNETH "KENNY" BOYES, 79, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Monday, January 20, 2014, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. He was born July 7, 1934, in Rittman, Ohio, a son of the late John E. and Ella Trent Boyes. Kenny was a retired electrician for Houdaille Industries. Three sisters, Betty, Opal and Jane, and seven brothers, Emmitt, Nelson, Raymond, Ralph, Bob, Paul and Trent Boyes, also preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Rosalea Nelson Boyes; two daughters, Julie Maynard (Jerry) of Genoa, W.Va., and Tina Harman (Doug) of Elizabethtown, Ky.; two sons, Nelson Boyes (friend Sandy DeMarco) and John Boyes of Wayne; five grandchildren, Jessica Maynard, Janessa Maynard, Heather Tooley, Whitley Boyes and Payton Boyes; three great-grandchildren, Eden Pauley, Justice Messer and Gavin Tooley; a brother, Ted Boyes of Elyria, Ohio; three sisters-in-law, Roberta Adkins (Carl), Nellie Horn and Marjorie Arthur; a brother-in-law, Robert Nelson; and his best friends and camping buddies, Ronnie and Lisa Horn. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, January 22, 2014, at 8 p.m. at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Pastor Michael Dillon officiating. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until service time Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

DAVID EDWIN KEARNS, age 94, entered into eternal peace at his residence in Fort Gay, West Virginia, on Tuesday, January 21, 2014. His final days were spent surrounded by loved ones that Mr. Kearns had touched some way throughout his memorable life. Mr. Kearns was born August 17, 1919, in Otto, West Virginia. He retired from Young Funeral Home after 35 years of employment. He was a member of the Fort Gay Baptist Church, Fort Gay Lions Club, and also a veteran of the United States Army serving his country during World War II. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Socrates and Alta Walker Kearns; his brothers, Olin, George, Henry and June Kearns; his sister, Mary Fawns; his son, David Clayton Kearns; and his lovely wife, Susie Booth Kearns. He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his brother, John Kearns of Richmond, Va.; his daughters, Debra K. (Joe) Holt of Louisa, Ky., and Denise A. (Joe Roger) Blackburn of Fort Gay, W.Va.; his grandchildren, Christopher David Kearns, Kerry Hollingsworth, Scotty Joe Holt and Jody Holt Oney; seven great-grandchildren; and his loving nieces, nephews, and numerous other relatives. Visitation will be held at Young Funeral Home, Louisa, Ky., from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2014, at the First Baptist Church, Fort Gay, W.Va., officiated by Dale Fawns II and Rick May. His final place of resting will be at the Fort Gay Cemetery following the memorial service.

OSCAR RAY HUNDLEY, 68, of Dunlow, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday, January 26, 2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Elder Tommy Damron officiating. Burial will follow at the Hundley Cemetery at Dunlow. He was born March 26, 1945, at Dunlow, a son of the late Hubert Alvin and Amy Mounts Hundley. He was a former pipeliner and welder and member of Pipeliners Local 798. Two sisters, Pauline Hundley and Nancy Robinson, and four brothers, John, Homer, James Hubert and Herbert Samuel Hundley also preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife Ire Pearl Collins Hundley; a daughter Betty Lou Hundley of Huntington, W.Va.; a son Ray Alvin Hundley (Vanessa Dawn) of Harts, W.Va.; two sisters, Carrie Mae Workman of Dunlow, W.Va., and Arisbie Sharp of Vine Grove, Ky.; three brothers, Holbert Hundley of Chesapeake, Ohio, Delbert Hundley of Wayne, W.Va., and Lloyd Hundley of Fort Gay, W.Va.; and three grandchildren, Ashley Nicole Hundley-Messer (Pat), Colton Ray Hundley and Jared Lee Davis. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Morris Funeral Home.

LINDA L. GRAHAM, 71, of Hodgenville, Ky., formerly of Ceredo, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at her home. Linda cared deeply about her family and the Lord. She was a loved wife of 53 years, a caring mother and nurturing grandmother. She rests peacefully knowing that one day she will be with her family again. She was a member of Bethesda Ministries Church of God. She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Myrtle Pyles Brown; and two brothers, Raymond Brown and Edward Brown. She is survived by her husband Douglas M. Graham; two daughters, Kimberly Gibson of Glendale, Ky., and Tracy Graham of Independence, Ky.; a sister Carole Sue and Otis Adkins of Ceredo, W.Va.; two brothers, Robert and Linda Brown of Elizabethtown and Johnny Mac Brown of Jacksonville, Fla.; and three grandchildren, Erika Ferrell, Hope Gibson and Bethany Payton. The funeral is at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 25, at Bethesda Ministries Church of God, Elizabethtown, Ky., with the Rev. Jerry Westerfield officiating. Burial follows in Elizabethtown Memorial Gardens. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and continues from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church on Saturday. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Lung Association, P.O. Box 9067, Louisville, KY 40209.

DR. ALLEN HAYGOOD "PETE" YARBROUGH III, 73, of Huntington, passed away at his residence on Thursday, January 23, 2014. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, January 27, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Willie May. Burial will follow at the Artrip Kilgore Cemetery. He was born on November 24, 1940 in Huntington, the son of the late Allen Haygood Yarbrough II and Emma Margaret Swindler Yarbrough. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by Rachel Yarbrough and his sister: Annabelle Halfacre. Pete was a dentist and owner of the Denture Store a graduate of Marshall University and the West Virginia University School of Dentistry. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. He was a proud member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 34 years. He is survived by his wife Rosella Kilgore Yarbrough, one son: Matthew Hopkins, three daughters and sons in law: Samantha Dell Ritchie and Daniel Ritchie, Beth Ann Childers, Amy Mariah Yarbrough and Amanda Ezdora Cunningham and Garrett Cunningham. Nine grandchildren: John, Jacob, and Jude Ritchie, Johnny, Sarah, Jacob, Joseph, Andrew and Dillon. Two brothers and sisters in law: Charles and Kathleen Yarbrough and Richard and Theresa Yarbrough. He was loved by his employees, patients and friends. A special thanks to Chris Crigger and Brenda White. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Reger Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hospice House of Huntington. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

ANDY ROBINSON JR., 84, of Wayne, WV, died Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington. Graveside services will be conducted 11:00 am Monday, January 27, 2014 at Elmwood Cemetery. He was born, March 18, 1929. His brother, Steven Robinson preceded him in death. Survivors include his friends, Otis and Tennie Wooten, Otis M. and Tina Wooten all of Wayne a long-time friend, Bob Thompson. There will be no visitation. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

ANGELINE "ANGIE" CLARK GILKERSON, 86, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Friday, January 24, 2014, at Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Monday, January 27, 2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Elders Roger Maynard and Tommy Damron. Burial will follow at Sam Damron Cemetery. She was born June 7, 1927, in East Lynn, W.Va., a daughter of the late Henry and Mary Elizabeth Wallace Clark. Angeline was a homemaker. Her husband Jasper Gilkerson also preceded her in death, along with five sisters, Ida Smith, Martha Fortner, Norma Thompson, Frances Mathis and Eliza Shannon and five brothers, Edgar, John, Boyd, Allen and Will Clark,. Survivors include her children Maxine Gilkerson and Jasper Gilkerson Jr., both of Wayne, W.Va. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne. The family would like to thank Dr. Ambryam White, Dr. James Goetz and the staff of Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the outstanding care and support given to mother during her illness.

GARY RAY COBB, 58 of Kenova died Jan. 24, 2014, in St. Mary's Medical Center. Beard Mortuary is assisting the family. Services will be private.

DONALD FRASHER, 89, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2014. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2014, at Schneider-Griffin Funeral Home with Brother John Frasher officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Gardens, South Point, Ohio. Donald was born November 8, 1924, in Wayne County, W.Va., a son of the late Garland and Leaffy Morrison Frasher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Gertrude Hunter Frasher; his brother Rubert Frasher; and his sisters Helen F. Bash and Eula F. Whittaker. Donald is survived by his sister Thursy F. Baker; and his brothers Garland Frasher Jr., and John Paul Frasher. Donald attended a one-room elementary school and graduated from Wayne High School in May of 1942. He served in the Navy Air Force and the Merchant Marines during World War II and served in the Army during the Korean War. After his military service, he worked many years for TRW in Dayton, Ohio. Donald was a dedicated bowler and won many trophies and was one of the first Daytonians to bowl a perfect 300 game. He was very kind and generous to everyone, and cared very much for the welfare of all living things. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday at Schneider-Griffin Funeral Home, Chesapeake, Ohio. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.schneidergriffin.com.

EDGWINA ADAMS, 51 of Wayne, WV, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 am Saturday, February 1, 2014 at Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church by Pastor Roger Perry. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens. She was born June 20, 1962 in Huntington, WV, a daughter of Mary Elizabeth Williamson Adams of Wayne, WV and the late, Charlie Jackson Adams. Edgwina was a homemaker. Her grandson, Zane Jaxon Jaques also preceded her in death, along with a nephew, Jackie Alan Adams. Additional survivors include Jessica Dawn Jaques of Wayne, WV; son, Kyle Jackson Jaques of Huntington, WV; three sisters, Kathy Young and husband, LeeRoy of Clinton, NC, Yvonne Adams of Wayne, WV, Dorothy Edwards and husband, Gary of Blaine, KY; a brother, Jackie Adams and wife, Alma of Wayne, WV; a granddaughter, Angelina Dawn Renee Adkins and a host of nieces, nephews cousins and friends. Friends called from 6 to 9 pm Friday at Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church on Rt. 37 in Wayne.

CHARLES "Chad" "Charlie" EVANS PERDUE JR., age 66, formerly of Lavalette, West Virginia, passed away on January 28, 2014, in Cape Coral, Florida. Chad was born on February 6, 1947, in Huntington, West Virginia to the late Charles Evans Perdue Sr., and the late Naomi "Ruth" Ackers Perdue. Chad graduated from Wayne High School where he was the 1964-1965 co-captain of the Wayne Pioneers football team and was offered numerous scholarships to play college football. Chad leaves behind his loving family, daughter Elizabeth "Beth" Perdue; "grandkitty" Doogie; son Christopher "Chris" Perdue; daughter and son-in-law Amy and Wyatt Henderson; two beautiful grandchildren, Morgan Wyatt Henderson and Autumn Elizabeth Henderson; two wonderful sisters, Bonnie J. Bellomy and Rosalie "Rose" (Norman) Lockhart. He loved his many nieces and nephews. Chad lived a wonderful 66-years. During his life, he married his childhood sweetheart Ellen Vanhoose Perdue Washburn. Although they were no longer married, they have always shared a special bond. He enjoyed working at the Huntington Water Company, raising his children, attending Florence Memorial United Methodist Church, fishing and family reunions. Most recently, Chad enjoyed spending time with his children and his precious grandbabies. Chad was known by many names, but the two most important are Dad and Papaw. He had a contagious laugh and a great smile. He was a loving, wonderful family man who is missed dearly. Special thanks to Dad's sisters who called him daily to talk to their "baby brother" and his high school buddies who called him weekly to keep him laughing! Funeral arrangements to be announced at a later date. A Charles Perdue Memorial has been established for those wishing to contribute at www.charlesevansperduejrmemorial.mydagsite.com.

CORNELIA "NEAL" GILKERSON NAPIER, 90, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away at the home of her daughter and caregiver, Betty Jean Evans on Tuesday, January 28, 2014. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Fred Ferguson and Pastor Mike Dillon officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, W.Va. She was born on November 20, 1923 in East Lynn, W.Va., to the late Braxton "B.J." Gilkerson and Martha Browning Gilkerson. She was a homemaker. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years Tim Napier, sister Arbutus Borski, brothers Glen E. Gilkerson and Junior Gilkerson, grandparents Albert and Nina Browning and son-in-law Rodney Hunt. Survivors include her daughters Betty Jean Evans (Gary) of Huntington, W.Va., Darlene Hunt of Lavalette, W.Va., and Charlene Napier of Wayne, W.Va.; sisters Nina Belle Hill (Jim) of Medina, Ohio and Jessie L. Wilson Bunyon (Harry) of Kenova, W.Va.; brother Clyde A. Gilkerson (Betty) of Wilmington, Del.; four grandchildren, Timothy James Queen, Amanda Hunt Thompson (Tracy), Rachel Hunt and Shayla Napier; and eight great-grandchildren. The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at Hospice of Huntington, especially Jo Ghiz and Tina Gillum. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

ANNA LUCILLE GIBSON SPENCE, 84, of Lavalette, W.Va., passed away Thursday, January 30, 2014 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, February 3, 2014 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Elders Ray Williamson, Don Napier and Roger Maynard officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne. She was born April 15, 1929 at East Lynn, W.Vs., a daughter of the late George and Maggie Lee Napier Gibson. She was a homemaker and member of the Philadelphia United Baptist Church. Her husband, Jarrett Spence, and sisters Ruby Ramey and Beatrice McClellan also preceded her in death. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Maynard of Lavalette, W.Va., and Diana Grimaldi (John) of Sedona, Ariz.; a son, Jerry Spence of Lavalette, W.Va.; a sister, Magdelene Spence of Huntington; four grandchildren, Jason Leonard Doss, Jennifer Nicole Maynard, Diana Renee Cruse and John Grimaldi, Jr.; and eight great-grandchildren, Jaden and Jaylen Adkins, Justin Cruse, and Josh, Matthew, Chelsea, Lexi, and Nico Grimaldi and a host of additional relatives and friends. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Morris Funeral Home.

GEORGIA BOOTON HINES, 95, of Sarasota, Fla., formerly of Wayne, W.Va., passed away January 30, 2014, at her home in Sarasota. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 8, 2014, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with her son Earl Douglas Booton and Pastor Jake Steele officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Wayne. She was born June 29, 1918, at Stiltner, W.Va., a daughter of the late Willie and Mary Ellen Napier Ramey. Georgia was a retired supervisor with the WV Department of Health and Human Resources and was a member of the Wayne United Methodist Church and the Northminister Presbyterian Church in Sarasota. She was a member of the Palm Aire Country Club where she became an avid golfer in recent years. She also enjoyed playing bridge with her friends and games with her children and family. She was also preceded in death by her husbands Herald "Dike" Booton and Denzil "Jake" Hines, sisters Verna and Mae, and brothers Denzil, Walker and James, and a son-in-law Chester Maynard Jr. Survivors include four children, Mary Ann Maynard and Cassa Preece (Bob), all of Wayne, W.Va., Russell Booton (Sandy) and Earl Douglas Booton (Connie), all of Lavalette, W.Va.; a step-daughter Brigiette Hines of Barboursville, W.Va.; a beloved niece Della M. Lycan of Sarasota, Fla.; 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and three great- great-grandchildren, and extended family Stephen and Jamie Carey of Wayne and Cam Tufts of Lavalette, and a host of nieces, nephews and dear friends she so dearly enjoyed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Huntington or a charity of your choice. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Morris Funeral Home. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

RUTH HOWE PERDUE of Stepptown, widow of Lundy Perdue, died Jan. 30, 2014. Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday, Mountain View Memory Gardens, Maher, W.Va. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Stepptown Missionary Baptist Church. Donations are suggested to Cumberland Area Pulpit Supply (CAPS) c/o Stepptown Missionary Baptist Church, PO Box 165, Kermit, WV 25674. Arrangements by Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home, Inez, Ky.

JOAN ROSE, born in Chicago, Ill., in 1929, died Friday, January 31, 2014 at her residence. Joan is survived by her husband of 63 years, Dr. Harold Rose. She was a former director of contact lens services at the Valley Center for Vision. Joan is also survived by a daughter; Eileen Rose of Barboursville, two sons; Stevan and wife Deborah Rose, and Howard Rose; three grandchildren; Brittany Green, Caleena Rose, and Shannon Rose and two great-grandchildren; Kylelin Green, and Raiden Green; and her devoted caregivers of two years; Beth and Paige Louden. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, at Spring Hill Cemetery by Rabbi Jean Eglinton. Family guestbook at www.klingelcarpenter.com.

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