BRYCE MICHAEL LEWIS 15, of Huntington, son of Chasity Shaffer Bias and Eric Scott Bias, died passed away Sunday, November 1, 2015 in Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Kenova by Pastor Greg Page. Burial will follow in Spring Valley Memory Gardens, Huntington. He was born June 20, 2000 in Wheeling, WV. Bryce was a freshman at Spring Valley High School where he was a member of the football team. He was also a member of the Buffalo Babe Ruth Baseball Team and the Buffalo Middle School Basketball Team. He enjoyed fishing and riding 4 wheelers with his cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Helen and Charles Redd; maternal grandmother Dorothy Sands; cousin Justin Welshhans and uncle George Shedlock. Survivors include his father Todd Lewis of Wheeling; brothers Ethan Bias and Dustin Shedlock; sister Aubrie Lewis; grandparents Dorsey and Faye Bias; paternal grandparents Tom and Karen Boston and several aunts, uncle and cousins and best friend Brad Peyton. Friends may call from 6 to 9 pm Wednesday at Spring Valley High School and from 11 am until service time on Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Kenova. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

NANCY J. NAPIER, 87, of Genoa died Nov. 1, 2015, in St. Mary's Medical Center. She was born November 7, 1927 in Wayne County, West Virginia, a daughter of the late French and Sally Mathis Napier. Her husband, Ervin Napier also preceded her in death, along with two sisters, Susie Harvey and Ruby Queen, and one grandson, David Napier. Nancy was a homemaker and a member of the Brush Creek Baptist Church. She leaves behind five sons, Coy Napier (Lynne) of Florence, Ky., Golden Napier (Kitty) of Genoa, W.Va., Ervin Napier Jr. (Becky) of Athalia, Oh., Oscar Napier (Joyce) of Huntington, W.Va., and French Napier (Tabbie) of Wayne; three daughters, Mildred Lewis (Dewey Johnson) of Huntington, Jeanie Henson and her fiancé Dale Ashworth of Milton, W.Va., and Jill McComas (Bill) of Wayne; 23 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren; and one great-great grandson. Also surviving are five brothers, Hudson Napier, Austin Napier, Vester Napier (Fern), French Napier (Deloris), and Andy Napier (Freda); two sisters, Julie Smith and Sally Smith (Lowell); and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Maynard officiating. Burial will follow in the John Napier Cemetery, Genoa. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

HELEN WHEELER PACK COLVIN, 90, of Kenova, W.Va. passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at the Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Ky. Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 p.m. Saturday November 7, 2015 at Rollins Funeral Home with Eulogist Samuel T. Colvin officiating. Interment will follow in Woodmere Memorial Park in Huntington. Helen was born June 3, 1925 in Paintsville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Albert Tracy and Elizabeth Wheeler Pack. She was a graduate of Pikeville College and Marshall University. Helen was a retired teacher having taught for 30 years- 3 years in Kentucky and 27 years in Wayne County at Kenova elementary. She was the first director of Head Start in Wayne County. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Marcum Chapter #61, retired School employees, Alpha Delta Kappa and the 39th Street United Baptist Church in Ashland. She was Past President of several groups- the Kenova Woman’s Club, Friends of C-K Library, Kenova Elementary P.T.A. and Ceredo- Kenova High School P.T.A. Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Samuel Forrest Colvin, Jr. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. David Forrest Colvin Forrest Colvin (Kate), Andrew Brock Colvin and Samuel Franklin Colvin and three great-grandchildren Liam, Jackson and Rowan. Memorial contributions may be made to the C-K Elementary Playground fund, 300 9th Street, Kenova, W.Va. 25530. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Saturday November 7, 2015 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

LINDA GAIL PERRY, 70, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away at home on Thursday, November 5, 2015. She was born July 1, 1945 in Pikeville, Ky., a daughter of the late Perry and Laura Thacker Hunt. Her sister Kay Sanders also preceded her in death along with three brothers, Robert Hunt, Rodney Hunt, and Hansel Hunt. Linda was retired from the Board of Education with 42 years service and a member of the Wayne Church of Christ. She leaves behind her husband Philip Perry; two sons Gregory Perry and his wife Connie of Huntington, and Robert Perry of Kenova, W.Va.; and grandchildren, Brooke Perry, Logan Perry, Lauryn Perry, Kaylin Perry, Josh Perry, and "hand-picked" grandsons Brad Koeppen and Adam evicks. Also surviving is one sister, Dorothy Madden of Columbus, Oh., and a host of friends and family too numerous to mention. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 2015 at Johnson Tiller funeral Home with Minister Ronnie ross officiating. friends may call after 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

BERT PATRICK BAYS "Buck", 71, of Lavalette, WV, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2015 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 m. Sunday, November 8, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, with Pastor Paul Michael Booth officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. He was born January 16, 1944 at Huntington, WV, son of the late James H. and Elizabeth Jane "Betty" Moss Bays. Buck was the CEO and President of D.J. Manufacturing, Inc. and was a past board member of the former Lavalette State Bank and the Wayne Community Center. He was a former Little League Baseball coach for nearly years. He was a member of the Guyan Golf and Country Club, Silo Golf Club, Sugarwood Golf Club and was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose golf league. He was also preceded in death two sons, James Donald "J. D." Bays and Bert Patrick Bays, Jr., a sister, Patty Ann Estep, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Marie and Charles Ferguson, and special uncle, James Hutchinson. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Carol Ferguson Bays; a daughter, Kim Smith (Pee Wee) of Lavalette, WV; a son, Chuck Bays (Mendy) of Kenova, WV; a sister, Harriett Beckett (Dane) of Huntington, WV; brother, James "Spud" Bays (Sandy) of Proctorville, OH; granddaughters Kelsey Smith, Courtney Bays, and Lakin May; and very special grandsons Willie, Cody and D.J. Bays and Patrick Scott; great granddaughters Haley, Aubrey, Izzy, Mila, Jaden and Jemma- rose, his brothers and sisters in law Jackie Ferguson (Ernestine) Markham, Illinois and Larry Ferguson (Carolyn) of Statesville, NC. Bucky is also survived by his very special DJ family, very special Aunt Harriett Hutchinson and his special friends, Ray Parks, Stew Edwards, Roy Ellis, Lee Oxley, Jack Nistendirk, Ted Bryan and Glenn Asbury, numerous nieces, nephews and golf buddies. The family would like to send special thanks to Dr. Robert Turner, Dr. Valsecchi and the Oncology Unit at St. Mary’s Medical Center particularly Natalie, Tiffany, Debbie, Margo, James, Barb, Chelsi, Johnny, Rachel, Kelly, and Scott from respiratory and his HIMG Chemo Girls Dixie, Rhonda, Kim and Mary. Visitation will be held from noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 2151, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38101-2151.

VIVIAN DINGESS, 77, of Scottown, Ohio passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, with Brother Luther Dingess officiating. Burial will follow at the Finley Cemetery, Dunlow, WV. Vivian was born on August 25, 1938 at Branchland, WV, to the late Lacy and Sylvia Mullins Coalgrove. She was a homemaker. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Orvil Dingess, sister Helen Ramey and infant daughters Leah Mechanic and Misty Dingess. Survivors include two daughters Maria Ramey and husband Clifford of Lavalette, WV, and Michelle Boggs and husband Robert of Scottown, Ohio, one son David Dingess and wife Anita of Pataskala, Ohio and two brothers Roger Coalgrove of Willowood, Ohio and Lacy Coalgrove of Etna, Ohio. Vivian is also survived by seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

ARCHIE EPLING, 86, of Wayne, WV, passed peacefully, Sunday, November 8, 2015, at the Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 11, 2015, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, by Minister Ron Ross officiating. Burial will follow at the Curnutte Cemetery, Radnor, WV. He was born July 28, 1929 near East Lynn, WV, a son of the late Gar and Ellen (Davidson) Epling. In addition to his parents, Arch was preceded in death by his wife Carol (Curnutte) Epling; seven brothers, Oscar, Theodore, Lucian, Forrest (Hank), Cossie, Emil, and Garfield, Jr.; seven sisters Esta Parsons, Lakie Sanders, Elmo Mills, Elva Jackson, Betty Toler, Inez Epling, and Ivy Epling. He is survived by a son Douglas (Glenna) Epling, and a grandson Ryan D. Epling, whom he dearly loved, all of Wayne, WV. Additional survivors include brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; Charles (Peggy) Curnutte of Radnor, WV, Ralph (Barbara) Cox, Esta Epling and Catherine Epling, all of Wayne, WV; plus numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Arch was a member of the Church of Christ. Arch loved his family, church, and friends, as well as his pets. He was a retired truck driver. The family would like to thank the staff at the Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their wonderful and kind care. Visitation was from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV.

GNUENELL SUTFIN, 89 of Kenova, WV passed away at river’s Bend Health Care, LLC on Sunday, November 8, 2015. She was born on February 15, 1926 in Kenova, WV. She was the daughter of the late John Walker Sutfin and Hattie (Pyles) Sutfin. She leaves behind to mourn her loss her nieces, Mary Sutfin and Carol Sutfin and her nephews, John Sutfin, Jim Sutfin and Lew Sutfin. She was so very appreciative of the wonderful love and care she received from her nieces. Arrangements are incomplete and Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home is entrusted with her care.

DONALD RAY MARCUM, 79, passed away at his residence in Columbus, Ohio on November 12, 2015. He was a father of two, genealogist, writer, diesel mechanic, and Champ Cart race car driver. Donald was 1 of 9 children born to Roy and Polly (Spaulding) Marcum of Mingo County, West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers, Leroy "Bob" Marcum, Earl Marcum and Eugene "Trigger" Marcum, and 1 sister, Ida Belle Morrissey, all of Columbus, Ohio. He is survived by his 2 children, Melissa (Tim) Monfort of Columbus, Ohio and Andrea Marcum of Lexington, KY, and his 2 grandchildren, Alexandrea Marlowe and Timothy Dakota Ray Monfort, both of Columbus, Ohio; by his 2 brothers, Columbus Carl (Arvella) Marcum of Wayne, West Virginia and Ulysses "Les" (Phyllis) Marcum of Marengo, Ohio; and by his 2 sisters, Edna (Charles) Reichert of Brandon, Florida and Elizabeth "Babs" Compton of Seffner, Florida. The visitation will be held on Monday, November 16 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home at 3393 Broadway Street in Grove City, Ohio. A memorial service will follow at 7:00 pm. There will be graveside services held at the Brewer Cemetery in Mingo County West Virginia at 2:30 pm Tuesday November 17, 2015 . Arrangements by the Phelps & Son Funeral Home of Inez.

MYRTLE "Hookie" SHORT, 80, of Crum, WV passed away Friday, November 13, 2015 at her home. She was born November 16, 1934 in Crum, WV a daughter of the late Wade Chaffins and the late Rosa Copley. She was a homemaker and a member of the Webb Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Short. Myrtle loved animal especially her dogs and cats. Survivors include, Craig and Barbara Williamson of Webb, WV; Matt and Vanessa Williamson Spaulding of Bulls Gap, TN; and a host of friends and neighbors. Funeral services were conducted 1:00 PM Sunday, November 15, 2015 at Webb Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Parsley and Rev. Andy Lovins officiating. Burial followed at the Webb Community Cemetery. Visitation was 6:00 til 9:00 pm Saturday, November 14, 2015 at Young Funeral Home.

BARRY GENE BELCHER, 64, of Huntington, WV, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2015 at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington, WV. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 16, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, with Pastor Mike Dillon officiating. Burial followed at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, WV. He was born on September 8, 1951, to Virginia Ball Belcher of Longwood, Florida and the late Elmer Belcher. Barry worked for the Corp of Engineers at East Lynn Lake for many years and was also an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Wetzel and Maxi Ball. Survivors include his loving wife of 44 years, Sharon Belcher, three sons, B.J. Belcher (Amy) of Columbus, Ohio, Joshua Belcher of Wheeling, WV, and Nick Belcher (Diane) of Lavalette, WV. Barry is also survived by his brother Gary Belcher of Satellite Beach, Florida and three grandchildren, Bryson, Ella and Emma Belcher, as well as a large, loving extended family. Visitation was held from noon until service time at 2:00 p.m., Monday at the funeral home.

FERN CONSTANCE ARROWOOD, 82, of Lavalette, WV., passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2015 of congestive heart failure at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, WV. Fern was born on December 29, 1933 in Wayne County, WV, the daughter of the Late Aletha and Ralph Pyles. Fern was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Porter and Esther Porter, four brothers Namon, Elton, Fisher and Jennings Pyles. Also preceded her in death was her first husband and father of their children Ransom Kelly Blankenship. Fern was a retired EKG technician at the Cabell Huntington Hospital after 28 years of service. She was a member of the Open Door Baptist Church. Fern is survived by her husband of 44 years H.R. "Hank" Arrowood and three children Sharon(Ira) Queen of Culloden, WV; Eddy Blankenship of West Palm Beach, Fl.: Cheryl (Douglas) Faull of Fairfax, VA., and three grandchildren, Nola Queen of Culloden, WV, Alison "Krissy" Queen of Winchester, KY, and Shawn Faull of Fairfax, VA. Also surviving are a brother Alpha Jay Pyles of Mansfield, Oh., and sister Arbutus Pratt of Port Charlotte, FL. There will be no visitation or funeral services. Online condolences may be made to the family at www. regerfh.com. Contributions may be made to the Open Door Baptist Church in Fern’s memory.

ELOISE FERRELL MALCOLM PERRY, 95 of Buffalo (Wayne) West Virginia died Saturday, November 14, 2015 at home. Eloise was born May 8, 1920 in Huntington, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents Omar and Bertha (Baumgardner) Ferrell, two husbands J. Richard Malcolm and Virgil L. Perry. She is survived by one daughter Janne Malcolm Rice and her husband Bob. She is also survived by her grandchildren Robert Rice (wife, Jennifer) of Huntington, Ryan Rice (wife, Vallery) and Holly Litteral (husband Nate) both of Kenova. In addition, she is survived by five great-grandchildren David and Alex Rice of Kenova, Michaela Rice of Huntington and Savannah and Jordan Rice of Garner, NC. She also has two more great-grandchildren expected within the month. Additional survivors include one sister Helen Ferrell Hitchings and one brother Stephen Ferrell. In addition, Eloise leaves many loving family members around Huntington area as well as her church family from Central United Methodist Church where she was a long-time faithful member of the church, the choir, United Methodist Women, Bishop Bible Class and long-time Sunday School Teacher. Eloise graduated in 1938 from Huntington High School. She graduated from Marshall College with a degree in business in 1942. She spent her working days as an Adult Basic Education teacher and learning center coordinator. For 30 years, she spent her leisure time directing the choir of Central United Methodist Church. Upon retirement from that position, she spent the last 22 years on the front row singing soprano. Two of her proudest accomplishments were winning the Tri-State Piano competition two times as a youth. She was in competition with hundreds of others and won first place. For those accomplishments, she was awarded a silver loving cup and a plaque that she so treasured. In her retirement, she enjoyed camping, visiting the beach, spending time with her family and singing in the church choir. As a tribute to Eloise’s love for singing and the choir of Central United Methodist Church, the family is requesting any members who sang in the choir under her direction or sang in the choir with her in the last years to participate in a simple anthem during her memorial service. Anyone who would like to participate is requested to come 15 minutes before the service to practice. Eloise’s last year was spent receiving outstanding care from caregivers June Bowen, Shirlene Hardwick and Regenia Stamper. The family also wishes to extend thanks and appreciation to the staff of Hospice of Huntington for their warm care. Funeral services will be conducted by the Reverend W. Ford Price at Central United Methodist Church 1043 Jefferson Avenue Huntington, WV at 2:00 pm Saturday, November 21, 2015. Friends may call from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Saturday November 21, 2015 at the church. Burial will follow in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington. Reger Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements. Contributions can be made in memory of Eloise to the Central United Methodist Church Chancel Choir. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

MINUARD JOSH CURRY, 73, of Kiahsville, WV, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2015, at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 21, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, WV. He was born on November 20, 1941, at Cove Gap, WV, to the late Carson and Anice Ramey Curry. Josh previously worked as a District Manager for K-Mart Corporation. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Lettie Belle Curry and Margaret "Marie" Curry and brother William Major Curry. Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Shirley Scragg Curry, three daughters Debra Curry Conn (Phillip) of London, Ohio, Donna Curry Ogle (Charlie) of Mt. Sterling, Ohio, Patricia Curry Kammer (Mike) of Lawrenceville, GA and son Minuard Josh Curry, Jr. (Kelly) of Circleville, Ohio; four sisters, Madeline Crawford of Orient, OH, Maxine Cook and husband, Lemar of Kiahsville, WV, Myra Opal Bivens and husband, Lenny of Edgewood, MD, Brenda Byrley and husband, Howard of West Hamlin, WV; two brothers, Carson Curry and wife, Joyce of Mt. Sterling, OH, Carl Jay Curry and wife, Jean of Costa, WV; two special sisters-in-law, Judy Pack Curry and Judy Pack; nine grandchildren, Ashley Michael, Brian Conn, Nathaniel Ogle, Natalie Ogle, Samantha Hiner, Hannah Curry, Felicia Hiner, Abigail Ogle, Dalton Kammer; four great grandchildren, Braylon, Ella Rose and Aniyah; along with a host of additional family, nieces, nephews, special cousins and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Friday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV.

RUSSELL ANTHONY SMITH, 63 of Huntington, WV went to his heavenly home on Monday, November 16, 2015 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. He was born on January 22, 1952 in Sacramento, CA; the son of Lawrence Martin Smith and Eliza Elizabeth Saverance. He was preceded in death by his parents and one great-grandchild, Annabelle Calderon. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine. He leaves behind to mourn his loss his wife, Evelyn Victoria "Evie" Smith; his children: Tony Artrip, Elizabeth Sarton (Charles), Melissa Smith, Bonnie Cestaric, Susan Smith, Crystal Williams (Andrea), Paula Gresham, Shannon Caserta (Chris), Erwin Rardin Jr. (Rebecca); his siblings: Keith Smith, Lawrence Smith and Elizabeth Calderon (Mike). Also surviving are his 24 grandchildren: Tony Artrip Jr., Katelyn Artrip, Tiffany Smith, Anna Sartin, Michael Smith, Edith Hatfield, Kenneth Hatfield, Torey Cestaric, Hunter Cestaric, Emma Cestaric, Destiny Smith, Dazia Smith, Febe Murillo, Isaiah Littleton, Jimmie McCluney, Haley Jackson, Stephanie Hollister, Kailey Horne, Elijah Horne, Madison Caserta, Cristian Caserta, Aubree Caserta, Zoe Rardin and Bella Rardin; his 10 great-grandchildren: Autumn Calderon, Jeremy Calderon, Matthew Calderon, Chayton Shingleton, Dakota Shingleton, Christian Shingleton, Braxton Arrowood, Ryker Jackson and one on the way; his father-in-law, George Berczik (Joyce); his two brothers-in-law, George Berczik Jr. and Clinton Ray Berczik, along with a host of nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank Scott, who was Russell’s hospice nurse at home and the staff of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, November 20, 2015 at 1 p.m. at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Rod Justice officiating. The visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m. His wishes were to be cremated. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.November 26, 2015.

BARBARA PERRY ATKINS, 61, of Prichard, W.Va. passed away Monday, November 16, 2015 at Cabell-Huntington Hospital. She was born October 22, 1954, in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of the late Beulah Faye and Fisher Perry. Barbara was also preceded in death by her sister, Sheila Redding, son, Roger Dillon, and nephew, Russell Paul Redding. Barbara leaves behind her loving sister, Lisa Booth, grandson, Donald Dillon, a special aunt, Roberta Saunders, a special friend whom she considered more like a sister, Vaughna Boyle, two nieces Stacey Perry and Sarah Redding and three nephews, Joshua, Ryan and Adam Booth and numerous great nieces, great nephews and cousins. She enjoyed helping others, cooking for a crowd, and sewing. It was her wishes to have her body donated to science to continue helping others. A graveside service will be performed at a later date. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

EFFIE NAPIER HUFF STEELE, 81, of Louisa, Kentucky passed away on November 18, 2015 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Huntington, West Virginia. She was born March 6, 1934 in Haney, West Virginia. She is preceded in death by her parents Elzie and Ella Napier, brothers Kenneth, Wilburn, Willis, and Wilford, and husbands William Huff and George Steele. Surviving her are sisters Anna Jean O’Brian, Janice Branham, and Joyce Wellman, brother Wilkie Napier, children Gary A. (Janet) Huff, Mike (Cathy) Huff, Dreama (Gary) Gillette, Torry (Nora) Huff, Donovan "Chip" Huff, Karla Huff, Kevin (Carol) Huff, Mike (Debbie) Copley, Gary (Debby) Steele, grandchildren Anna-Leigh, Josh, Rusty, Scottie, Toby, Tosh, Rhett, Maelyn, Camron, Lorie, Audrey, Blake, Shane, Bart and Zack and 22 great grandchildren. Effie was retired from Wayne County Public Schools and a member of the Lighthouse Freewill Baptist Church. Effie will always be remembered for her love and devotion to her entire family. Viewing was on Thursday, November 19th at Wilson Funeral Home in Louisa, Kentucky from 4:00-9:00PM. funeral services were held on Friday, November 20th at 11:00AM at Wilson Funeral Home with rev. Jim Bevins officiating with burial following in the Napier Cemetery off Tolsia Highway in Fort Gay, West Virginia. Care has been entrusted to Wilson funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.wilsonfuneralhomeky.com.

BERYL FREDERICK FRALEY, 75, of Barboursville, WV, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015, at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 23, 2015, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, and be conducted by Brother Mark Hatfield and Brother Buddy Muncy. Burial will follow at the Sam Dyer Cemetery, Kiahsville, WV. He was born February 29, 1940, at Cove Gap, WV, to the late Herman McKinnley and Bessie Marie McCoy Fraley. He previously worked for ACf Industries and was a member of Barboursville Church of Christ and was an Army veteran. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Glenna Belle Fraley, brothers Willis and Roger Fraley and brother-in-law Sammy Honeycutt. Survivors include his daughter Beverly Ann Wooten (Dewey), son Michael Wayne Fraley (Rebecca) all of Barboursville, WV, sisters Madelyne Honeycutt of Strongsville, Ohio, Rrnestine Wheatley (Gordon) of Ravanna, Ohio, and Linda Meehling of Huntington, WV, two brothers Herman "Donnie" Fraley (Analee) of Athens, AL, and Bob Fraley (Effie) of Cleveland, Ohio, sisters-in-law Gayle and Carolyn Fraley, and four grandchildren, who were the love of his life, Megan Danielle Wooten, Eric Franklin Wooten, Andrew Michael Fraley and Caleb Wayne Fraley. He is also survived by many loved nephews, nieces and a host of friends. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Sunday, November 22, 2015 at the funeral home.

BRITT ALLEN O’BRIEN, 51 of Genoa, WV, died Thursday, November 19, 2015 at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, WV. Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Brother Travis Perry. Burial will follow at Preston Cemetery, Dunlow, WV. He was born November 12, 1964 in Spencer, WV, a son of the late John Edward and Freda Glendine Preston O’Brien. Britt was formerly employed by Asplundh Tree Company and enjoyed Nascar, football and hanging out at Sugarwood Golf Course. His maternal grandparents, Millard and Ersie Preston and paternal grandparents Boyd and Icie O’Brien also preceded him in death, along with a sister, Teresa O’Brien Napier; a brother, Glen Edward O’Brien; a nephew, Shad Allen Napier; and two brothers-in-law, Kim C. Perry and Lyle Lycans. Survivors include four sisters, Margaret Lycans, Sandra Perry, Brenda Ferguson and husband, Larry, Kitty Cassidy and husband, Bobby all of Genoa, WV; two brothers, Jay O’Brien of Genoa, WV, Hugh O’Brien and wife, Lynn of Dunlow, WV; nieces, nephews, Jody (Andrea) Perry, Christi (Tom) Harmon, Samantha (Sean) Meddings, Kati (Trevor) Marcum, Nick Ferguson, Justin O’Brien, Nicole O’Brien and Jessica O’Brien; and a host of great nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 11:00 am until service time at 1:00 p.m. Sunday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV.

JOY ANN BURGESS, 73, of Huntington, WV, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 23, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Rev. Cledith Campbell and Pastor Jack Marcum officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, WV. Joy was born on December 13, 1941, at Cove Gap, WV, to the late James H. and Erma Maynard Ramey. She was a member of Altizer Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles W. Burgess, brothers Timothy Finley, Paul, James Jr., Minuard, Clovis, Gordon and Doug Ramey and sisters Ruby Marcum, Mabel Queen, Irene Finley, Olive Thacker, Lucinda Dyer and Carolene Ramey. Survivors include her son Charles W. "Chuck" Burgess (Charlotte) of Raleigh, North Carolina, daughter Trina Sue "Susie" Adkins (Richard) of Huntington, WV, three sisters, Freeda Crockett, Myra Lewis (Jim Hagley), and Brenda Lycans, brother Bryce Ramey all of Huntington, WV and one sisterin-law Janett Ramey of Wayne, WV. Joy is also survived by five grandchildren, Michael Burgess (Maria), Andy and Zach Burgess, Aaron Adkins and Emily Adkins Bunton (Aaron), great granddaughter Amelia Parker Burgess, numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held from noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. on Monday.

JOHN LEE STALEY, 64 of Prichard, WV went to his heavenly home on November 19, 2015. He was born on February 5, 1951 in Prichard, WV; a son of Lee Alden Staley and Alma Hatten Staley. He was a diesel mechanic by trade. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Rose Mary Staley; two siblings, Robert Staley and Bernice Ritter. He leaves behind to mourn his loss, his wife Cindy Lyvonne Lovins Staley; their children: John Lee Staley Jr. (Jenny), Lisa Cook, Mary Ann Staley, Jennifer Blankenship (Mark), Christopher Ball, Chasity Staley, Jasmine Staley and Emma Staley; his grandchildren: Tyler Caleb Staley, Joshua Lee Staley, Felicia Marie Staley, Savanna Rose Staley, Harlee Alma Staley, Cassi Ann Staley, Jaxon Lee Staley, Oceania Marie Staley, Tyler Alan Cook, Victoria Elizabeth Blankenship, James Ray Blankenship, Brooklyn Lyvonne Blankenship and Aiden Michael Blankenship. Also surviving are his sisters, Bertie Christian (Sonny), Ruth Adkins and Betty McKinney (Norman) and his niece Debbie Adkins and nephew Jimmie Gross. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 1 p.m. at the Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Brother Heron Adkins and Dr. Manfred Langer officiating. Visitation began at 11:30 till service time. Burial followed at Dock’s Creek Cemetery in Kenova, WV. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.

BARBARA MAXINE AKERS ADKINS, 76, of Ceredo, W.Va. passed away Friday, November 20, 2015 at her residence. Funeral services were conducted 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 23, 2015 at the First Baptist Church of Ceredo, of which she was a member, with Pastor Rodney Hale officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery. She was born January 1, 1939, in Huntington, W.Va., daughter of the late Roy E. and Maxine Carver Akers. Barbara was a graduate of C-K High School, Class of 1956, and was an Administrative Assistant for over twenty years at the Tri-State Airport. She was a member of Woodman of the World and Past Noble Grand Rebecca Lodge #39. Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law Terry and Katie Akers. Survivors include her beloved husband Dennis L. Adkins, a precious daughter and son-in-law Robin (David) Dunkle of Ceredo, and three special grandsons Bradley (Amanda) Dunkle of Beaver Creek, Ohio, Craig Dunkle of Ceredo and Aaron Dunkle of Ceredo. Barbara is also survived by one brother and sister-in-law Michael (Pam) Akers of Huntington; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law Karen (Dana) Maynard of Kenova; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law William (Erma) Adkins of Grayson, Ky. and several nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends. The family wishes to offer special thanks to Hospice of Huntington for all their kindness and caring help. Friends called from 11:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. Monday, November 23, 2015 at the church. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

ELDER RICHARD NAPIER, 83, of Kenova, WV, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington, WV after a courageous battle with cancer. "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff they comfort me." (Psalm 23) Richard was born February 7, 1932 on Brush Creek in Wayne County to the late Albert and Dakota Mathis Napier. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Launa Watts Napier, daughter Rinda Dean Napier, a sister, Ethel Bauman, and brothers Lark and French Napier, and two infant siblings. He worked at Ensign Electric and for Steel Products in Huntington before retiring. Brother Richard’s spiritual birth was on December 24, 1956. He subsequently became an elder, preaching the gospel of the Lord since 1958. He was a faithful member of Bethlehem United Baptist Church in Kenova, WV where he previously served in the capacity of moderator and assistant moderator. He was a soldier for the Lord laying precious stones along the way for his children to follow. "There is no grief or sorrow in Heaven, God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. (Rev. 21:4) Richard is survived by his loving wife, Opal Watts Hatfield Napier, who he told days earlier: "I give you my thanks, and my peace I leave with you". In loving memory of his first wife of 55 devoted years, our loving mom and precious mamaw, Launa Watts Napier he leaves behind four loving and devoted daughters, Bonnie (Larry) Dixon, Christene (Mark) Seay, Brinda (Harry) Caniff, and Launa Carol Napier, and Sandy Phipps, a special friend of the family who referred to him as "Dad". Also surviving Richard are his loving grandchildren, Richard (Danielle) Dixon, Michelle (Jeremy) Watson, Christopher Seay and fiance Alex McClarty, Launa Cheri (Joe) Shaffer, Travis Seay, Chelsea Seay and fiancé Chase Lindsey, Rhenda (Justin) Chapman, precious great-grandchildren Luke David Dixon, Landon Dale Dixon, Launa Marley Seay, Sophi Aniyah Seay, and Levi Jaxon Seay, great-great grandchild Charlie Paul Ross, and brothers James (Jean) Napier and Franklin (Betty) Napier. Special thanks goes out to his loving nieces and nephews, and to his four legged loyal companion "Bootsie". Extended family includes Darlene (Gil) Ross, Debbie (Geoffrey) Adkins, Charlene (Christopher) Burrell, Gil (Allie) Ross, Savannah Rildon, and Adam Rildon. Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with funeral services following at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at the Bethlehem United Baptist Church, 1727 Oak Street, Kenova, WV, with Elders Othar Messer and David Young officiating. Burial followed in the Maple Hill section of Dock’s Creek Cemetery, Kenova, WV. Pallbearers will be his daughters and other family members. The family would like to extend a heartfelt "thank you" to Dr. Todd Lester for his loving heart, kindness and care, and to the staffs of H.I. M. G., St. Mary’s Medical Center, and the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House for their compassionate care given to our dear loved one. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Richard’s name may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and church family. "Well done thou good and faithful servant…enter thou into the joy of the Lord" (Matthew 25: 21)

TOMMY E. McCOMAS, 79, of Huntington, passed away Sunday November 22, 2015 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm Wednesday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Rev. Thaddaeus Allen. Burial will follow in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. He was born December 31, 1935 in Huntington, a son of the late Clifford Hartzel and Lillian Raines McComas. He was a retired salesman. Tommy was a Cabell Wayne Baseball batting title holder with a record that still stands, coach of Little League #2 West Kiwanis for several years. He was Champion of Champions in the Golden Gloves boxing and represented Huntington at Madison Square Garden, March 9, 1955 in the Open Division. He was a member of the Crescent Lodge #32 AF&AM of Ceredo and was a former Huntington City Police Commissioner. Tommy was a member of the Madison Ave. Christian Church where he had been a deacon. Survivors include his wife of 60 years Sheila "Donna" McComas; children Jeffery D. McComas of San Diego, California, Laura K. Hanley and Phillip A. McComas both of Huntington; grandchildren Cory and Cody Hanley and two great grandchildren. Friends may call from 11 am until service time on Wednesday at the Reger Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington or the Madison Ave. Christian Church. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

WILLIAM THOMAS "Tommy" TOLER, 72, of Wayne, WV, passed away Sunday, November 22, 2015 at Cabell-Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Pastor Kevin Call officiating. Private burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens. He was born August 11, 1943 at Logan, WV, a son of the late Mohamad Masri and Genevieve Parsons Adams. Tommy was a former president of UMWA Local 1582, past member of the West Virginia House of Delegates and former Wayne Count Magistrate. He was also preceded in death by his step-father, Alvra Adams, a sister, Tonya Adams, and a Brother, Curtis Ray Toler. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Zelma Rae Brooks Toler; a daughter, Tami Napier (Lonnie K.) of Wayne, WV; a son, Tom Toler (Donna) of Barboursville, WV; five grandchildren, Lonnie Napier, II and William Napier, Brittany Stephens, Sarah Stephens, and Thomas Ray Toler, II; four great-grandchildren, Dallon, Liam, Weston, and Elias Stephens; five sisters, Lyneeda Watts (George) of Nashville, TN, Donna Smith and Katrina Reeves (Lee), and Vesta Pauley, all of Wayne, WV, and Debbie Blanchard (Brad) of Lumberport, WV; five brothers, Alvra Adams, Jr and Arnold Adams, both of East Lynn, WV, Dale Adams (Betty) of Wayne, WV, Luther Adams of Columbus, OH, and Glen Adams (Stephanie) of Wooster, Ohio. Friends called from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home.

RUSSELL FRANKLIN CANTERBURY, 44, of Flatwoods, Ky., husband of Andrea Lee Brunty Canterbury, died Nov. 22, 2015 in Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital. He had been the Director of Security at the Port of Columbus Airport. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Carman Funeral Home, Flatwoods; burial following in Cyrus Family Cemetery, Louisa, Ky. Visitation two hours before services. www.carmanfuneral.com.

ELSIE BOWEN, 50, of Fort Gay, WV passed away Monday, November 23, 2015 at Three Rivers Medical Center. Ms. Bowen was born May 24, 1965 in South Williamson, WV. She is the daughter of the late Ermil Hinkle and the late Shelvia Jackson. She is survived by two sons: Shawn Hinkle of Wayne, WV, Jack Junior Bowen of Painstsville, Ky; three sisters: Connie Hinkle, Loretta Mills, Mary Hinkle, one brother: William Ray Hinkle; half-sister, Amy Berry. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, November 27 at Yatesville Memorial Gardens, with Rev. Richard Maynard officiating. Care has been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home. Online condolences can be at www.wilsonfuneralhomeky.com

ROSIE BARKER, 85, of Fort Gay, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at her home in Fort Gay. Mrs. Barker was born May 10, 1930 in Twelvepole , WV. She is the daughter of the late Mose and the late Tilda (Vance) Marcum. She is preceded in death by her husband, Marcle Barker, one daughter, Brenda Jenkins, and one son, Charles Ray Jenkins. She is survived by one daughter: Wilma Patton of Fort Gay, WV and two sons: Arthur Jenkins, Homer Jenkins of Ashland, KY, and Arthur Jenkins of Lincoln Co., WV, and a host of grandchildren. She was a Homemaker and of Baptist Faith. A graveside service was conducted at 12:00 pm on Friday, November 27 at Barker Cemetery, Fort Gay, WV with Rev. Darrell Brewer officiating. Care has been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.wilsonfuneralhomeky. com.

PAMELA RENEE PACK OSBORNE, 41, of Catlettsburg, Ky., passed away November, 24, 2015. She was born July 17, 1974, in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of Berl Bruce and Judy Akers Pack of Ceredo, W.Va. She was employed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Pam was a member of the Docks Creek Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father-in-law Jack Osborne; her maternal grandparents Edgar and Arlene Akers and her paternal grandparents Wayne Franklin and Eria Pack. She is survived by her husband Kevin Osborne; one son, Nicholas Allen Osborne and one daughter, Rebecca Arlene Osborne, both at home; one brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and Cathy Pack and one niece, Alyssa Pack all of Zanesville, Ohio; her mother-in-law Linda Osborne of Culloden, W.Va.; one brother-in-law, Todd Osborne of Huntington, W.Va., and a host of family and friends. Pam was a dedicated and loving mother. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, November 28, 2015, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, W.Va. Funeral services will begin immediately following the visitation at 1 p.m. with Pastor Mark Roach officiating at the funeral home. Burial will be in Docks Creek Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

BESSIE LENA CLARK, 90, of Ceredo, WV, widow of Billy M. Clark, passed away Thursday November 26, 2015 at Huntington Health and Rehab, Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery, Kenova, WV. She was born December 13, 1924 in Louisa, KY, a daughter of the late Willie and Julie Hammond Webb. She was homemaker. In addition to her husband and parents she was also preceded in death by a daughter Anna Lee Skeens and nine brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son in law John Skeens of Ceredo; two grandchildren Brian Skeens and Greg (Hope) Skeens all of Ceredo; four great grandchildren Jocie Skeens and Dylan, Hayden and Mykaela Rilea; three brothers Claude (Felma) Webb, Bill (Edna) Webb and McClellan Webb and a sister Annie Bandy. Bessie loved to welcome people to her home, loved to cook, loved to have fun and lived life to the fullest. She told many stories of growing up on a 300 acre farm with her family. She will be missed. Friends may call from 11 am until service time on Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

RANDALL LEE DAVIS, 77, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Thursday, November 26, 2015 in Carroll, Ohio. He was born January 21, 1938 in Dodridge County, W.Va., a son of the late Iris and Ruby Mae Adkins Davis. His wife Anna Davis also preceded him in death along with two sons, Vincent Davis and Kendall Davis, and two brothers, Tommy Davis and Jimmy Dale Davis. Randall enjoyed bluegrass music and playing the guitar. He was passionate about hunting, trapping, and fishing and a proud member of the NRA. His proudest achievement was drilling gas and oil wells with his family. Randall was generous to give, especially to those in need and was a recipient of the Community Recognition Award. He leaves behind two daughters, Kelley Snider (Jeff) of Carroll, Ohio; and Brenda Davis (Delmar Bloomer) of Bidwell, Ohio; five grandchildren, Jimmy Potter, Alesha Potter, Denise Keefer, Stephanie Tack, and Amber Davis; many great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers, Michael Davis of East Lynn, W.Va., Kenneth Davis (JoAnn) of Lawrence County, Ky., and Danny Davis of Huntington, W.Va.; one sister, Nora Gail Spears of Huntington; two uncles Frank Adkins of Ona, W.Va., and Teddy Adkins of Spencer, W.Va.; one aunt, Vivian Adkins of Huntington; and a host of friends and family too numerous to mention. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Morrison Cemetery, Beech Fork. Friends may call after 11 a.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

WILLIAM EUGENE MAY, 67, of Ceredo, WV, passed away after an extended illness on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. He was retiree from Inco Alloy and was a Mason and member of the Crescent Lodge #32 of Ceredo, WV. "Poppy" was born on January 26, 1947 in Huntington, WV to Ostos May and Velma Mae Roach. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ostos and Velma May. He is survived by his beloved brother Sam May; his sister Brenda; his two sons, Eugene and Don (Natalie Ferguson); and his daughter Robin. Also surviving are his grandsons, Robbie and Zane; his step-daughter Stephanie; his step-grandchildren Will and Jordan; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Poppy enjoyed being cranky, desserts of all kinds, bacon, a good hunting dog and plaid shirts because, just like his song "po grainy rine therbel saben", it’s good for all occasions! He will be cremated by Tri-State Cremation Society and following cremation, a memorial service for friends and family will be conducted on Saturday, December 5, 2015 from at 3 p.m., with visitation one hour prior at the Ceredo Kenova Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Ceredo, with internment at Crescent Hill Cemetery with full Masonic Rites performed by Crescent Lodge #32. The family extends our sincerest appreciation to the staff of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington for their gentle and attentive care of William during this time. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.

DONALD LEE LANGDON, Jr., 56, of Wayne, WV, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2015 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Ky. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Pastor Roger Perry officiating. Burial followed at the Jasper Ferguson Cemetery at East Lynn, WV. He was born February 17, 1959 in Huntington, WV, a son of Reba Ferguson Langdon Davis of Wayne and the late Donald Lee Langdon. He was a former warehouseman for Carrol Tire in Orlando, FL and was a member of the Jaycee’s Deaf Club for the Deaf Community of Orlando, FL. Brothers Denver Allen Langdon and Richard Lee Langdon also preceded him in death. Survivors include his companion, Pamela Brennan; two daughters, Guadalupe Langdon of Henderson, NV and Kristina Reko of St. Mary’s, FL; a son, Bruce Lee Langdon (Vivi) of Orlando, FL; a sister, Carolyn Sue Liles (Alvin) of Fort Mill, SC; six grandchildren, Benjamin, Dennis, Jaden, Gavin, Jaxon, and Jayden Langdon; a nephew, Matthew D. Liles, and nieces Diana R. Kravik and Lisa D. Liles. Visitation was after 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Funeral Home.

DONALD DOUGLAS DOWDY, 74, of Ceredo, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington. Born March 25, 1941, he was a son of the late Gilbert Washington Dowdy and Jewell Dean Brunty. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Harry and Tommy Dowdy. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Ruth Ann Dowdy; his children, Doug (Linda) Dowdy of Chesapeake, Ohio, Karen (Jim) Scaggs of Huntington, Melanie Miranda of Coconut Creek, Fla., Lisa (Jerry) Bloxsom of Brunswick, Ohio, and Kellie (Eric Jackson) Weidenhammer of Ona, W.Va.; his siblings, Shelia Chapman of Huntington, Roger (Cathy) Dowdy of Huntington, Jimmy (Linda) Dowdy of Huntington, Jerry (Kellisa) Dowdy of Huntington and Norman (Rhonda) Dowdy of Barboursville, Hazel (E.J.) Maynard and Ann (Jerry) Wolford; 15 grandchildren, John, Brooke, Erick, Janel, Joey, Tyler, Kristina, Ricky, Nick, Jake, Ben, Justin, Katie, Rachel and Ali; lifelong brother and sister in Christ and best friends, Ronnie and Brenda Saul, and "adopted daughters" Lynn, Teresa and Beth. Donald was a loving, gentle, kindhearted man with a sweet soul. He cared deeply for others and always had a kind word for everyone he met. Donald's faith in God and his devotion to his wife and family was unwavering. His comforting presence and his genuine, honest spirit will be dearly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at Beard Mortuary, Huntington. Visitation will be held two hours prior to services. Burial will follow at Watson Cemetery in Branchland.

PALMEEDA ROSS, 85, of Kiahsville, W.Va., went to be with the Lord Thursday, November 26, 2015 at her residence. Funeral services will conducted 1:00 pm Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Pastor Earl Burgess. Burial will follow at Ross- iley Cemetery, Kiahsville, WV. She was born August 4, 1930 in Cove Gap, WV a daughter of the late Lige and Nora Pack Napier. Palmeeda was a homemaker and member of the Freedom Freewill Baptist Church. She was a wonderful mother and fought a heroic battle with breast cancer for more than 10 years. Her Husband, Elmer Blaine Ross also preceded her in death, along with two sisters, Elzena Napier and Freeda Dyer ; and two sons-in-law, Otis Dingess and Leslie Dingess. Survivors include six children, Ronnie Ross, Kenneth Ross and wife, Wanda all of Kiahsville, WV, Elijah Ross and wife, Mary of Lorain, OH, Jeanette Dingess, Janice Dingess Joan Williamson and husband, Neal all of Cleveland, OH; a special grandson, Michael Ross of Cleveland, OH and many more beloved grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 to 8 pm Saturday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. The family would like to thank Hospice of Huntington for their care and support.

RICHARD LOUIS JOHNSON, 55, of Huntington, WV went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 27, 2015 after a long battle with lung and bone cancer. He was born March 13, 1960 in Huntington, WV, a son of the late Lenoria Jean Napier Johnson. He was an auto mechanic for C B & H Auto Parts and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was the beloved husband of Stacy Denise Chinn Johnson for 20 years and was the devoted father of Moriah Scarberry (Tim) and Taylor Norris (Mikey), all of Huntington, WV, and Jeanny Gordon (Patrick) of Wayne, WV. Also surviving are a sister, Debbie Ferguson (Donnie) of Crown City, OH, and three brothers, Charles Johnson (Becky) and David Johnson (Lisa), all of Wayne, WV, and Leonard Johnson of Louisa, KY. A memorial service was held at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at the Canada Chapel Church with Pastor Johnny Jackson officiating. The family received friends from 6:00 p.m. until service time. Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

SANDRA JEAN MARSHALL, 72, Seneca, Mo., passed into eternal rest at 4:25 p.m., November 27, 2015, at her home in rural Seneca. Sandra Jean Estep was born June 20, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, the daughter of Bob and Helen (Hennessy) Estep. She was a homemaker. Sandy married Frank Marshall on February 2, 1963, in Huntington W.Va., and he survives. Sandy and Frank had lived most of their lives in Wayne, W.Va., and have lived in Seneca the last 12 years. She loved to read and play Mexican Train Dominos and spend time with her children and grandchildren. Additional survivors include two daughters, Vicki Dunkin and husband Rodney and Melissa Green and husband Cale all of Seneca; four grandchildren; two brothers, Charles Estep, Red Boiling Springs, TN and William Estep Jr., Huntington, W.Va. Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, William and Helen Estep, her step-mother, Molly Estep; two grandchildren, Bailey Nichole and Brody Nathan. Graveside services under the personal direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home Seneca, Mo., will be held at 2 p.m. December 1, 2015, at the Burkhart Cemetery with Dennis Smith officiating. Friends can call on the family at the home. The casket will remain closed at all times.

MINNIE QUEEN, 83 of Dunlow, WV formerly of Logan passed away Saturday November 28, 2015 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Born March 19, 1932 in Logan she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Nannie Williamson Workman. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by four sisters: Georgia Workman, Nora Workman, Millie Workman, and Mae Tomblin. Five brothers: Floyd Workman Jr., Sid Workman, Jess Workman, Ray Workman, Rufus Perry. Mrs. Queen was a homemaker. Those left to cherish her memory include: her husband Thomas Queen, her son Buford Crockett Baisden, her sister Bess Lewis of Kissemmee, FL. Five step daughters: Cathy (Richard) Evans of Dunlow, WV, Marline (Jack) Fitch of Trenton, Michigan, Betty (Ronnie) Preston of Wayne, WV, Vera (Patrick) Lambert of Huntington, WV and Pamela Maynard (Buster Thomas) of Dunlow, WV. One fur baby Sally, 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday December 1, 2015 at James Funeral Home in Logan with Bro. Jim Fletcher officiating. Burial followed in Baisden Cemetery in Dingess. Visitation was two hours prior to the services from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Online condolences may be left at ww.jamesfh.com James Funeral Home of Logan is in charge of the arrangements.

EVELYN PACK, 74, of Genoa, WV passed away Saturday, November 28, 2015 at her home. She was born December 8, 1940 in Fort Gay, WV a daughter of the late Pete and Edna Hunt Thompson. She was a retired laborer for Harrison Jude Sawmill, and was a member of the Church of God. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Jennings Pack. Survivors include, five sons, David (Norma) Pack of Genoa, WV.; Garland (Vickie) Pack of Prichard, WV.; Randy (Frankie Lynn) Pack of Fort Gay, WV.; Timmy Pack of Fort Gay, WV.; Dennis (Tish) Pack of Radnor, WV.; one daughter, Karen (Randy) Bowens of Fort Gay, WV.; two sisters, Kathleen Short of Louisa, Ky..; Kizzie Marcum of Fort Gay, WV.; five brothers, Charles Thompson, Glen Thompson, Willie Thompson, Roy Thompson, and Arbie Thompson all of Fort Gay, WV.; 17 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted 1:00 PM Monday, November 30, 2015 at Young Funera Home Chapel with Rev. Randy Smith officiating. Burial will follow at he Thompson Cemetery, Vinson Branch Rd.. Visitation was 6:00 til 9:00 pm Sunday at Young Funeral Home Chapel.

HERBERT SHAWN COFFMAN, 41, of Huntington, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday November 28, 2015 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington. He was born November 15, 1974 in Huntington, WV, a son of Herbert Randall and Magdalene Presley Coffman. He was a very good singer who attended the Central Church of the Nazarene. Herbert was a 1993 Graduate of Vinson High School and was an avid bowler and frisbee golf player. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Elza and Brooke Coffman and maternal grandparents Alvis and Clara Presley and niece Heather Tooley. Additional survivors include his wife of 4 years Kerri Epperly Coffman; brother and sister in law Randall Shane and Tina Coffman of Lavalette, WV; and sister and brother in law Magdalene Brooke and Scott Blatt of Huntington; nieces and nephews Craig Tooley, Hollie and Josh Plybon, Kaitlin Blatt and Joshua Blatt and adopted daughter Snickers.

PAUL MICHAEL BLACK, 67, of Huntington, WV, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 30, 2015 at the Huntington VA Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, December 4, 2015 at noon at the Kenova Church of God 1601 Maple St, Kenova, WV 25530 by Pastor’s Rabun Haddock, Fred Ferguson and Ernest Pennington, Burial will follow at Smith Cemetery, Huntington, WV. Paul was born on January 15, 1948 in Huntington WV the son of the late Ruby Masterson Black and Paul L. Black and Louise Estes Black. He was the former owner of Blacks Body Shop Paul is survived by his wife of 45 years Lila Adkins Black, two brothers and sister in law: Gary and Sandy Black and John Black, two sisters and brothers in law: Mary and Clifford Harper and Anna and Herb Saxton, nieces and nephews: Malicy Lucket, Amanda Black, Clayton and Ashley Harper, Justin and Jeremiah Kondrad. A host of family and friends. Friends may call from 6- 8pm on Thursday, December 3, 2015 and 11:00 am until service time on Friday at the Kenova Church of God 1601 Maple St, Kenova, WV 25530 Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com