LINDA M. HOBACK, 76, of Chesapeake, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 1, 2016, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington. She was born December 25, 1939, in Huntington, to the late Oscar Lawrence and Margaret Dietz Pinkerman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Jim Pinkerman. She retired from the Veterans Administration. She was a member of the former Highlawn Baptist Church. She was an avid pianist and instructor and writer of several songs. She is survived by her husband, Roger Hoback; one son and daughter-in-law whom she considered like a daughter, Roger (Sherri) Hoback II of Chesapeake, Ohio; and one grandson, Roger (Brianna) Hoback III of Proctorville. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, December 5, 2016, at Schneider Funeral Home, Chesapeake, Ohio, by Pastor David Jicka. Burial will follow in Newman Cemetery, Lavalette, W.Va. Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, December 5, 2016, at the funeral home.

LAURA NICHOLE REYNOLDS, 32, of Proctorville, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 4, 2016, from complications of acute asthma. She was born May 9, 1984, in Kanawha, W.Va., daughter of Jimmy and Debbie Reynolds. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her daughter, Madilynn Jean Reynolds, and grandfather, Charles Dickerson. She was preceded in death by maternal grandmother, Jean Dickerson, and paternal grandparents, Bud and Shorty Reynolds. She was a member of Camp Creek Freewill Baptist Church. She graduated from Fairland High School and was employed with Marshall Child Development Academy as a cook. The family would like to send a special thanks to all the doctors and nurses from St. Mary's Respiratory ICU, especially Amy who went beyond professional care, to Josh Ransbottom and his family and to all our family, friends and co-workers for their support and prayers. Funeral service will be conducted at noon Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio, by Pastor Brian Cardwell. Private family burial will take place at Burke Cemetery, Wayne, W.Va. Visitation will be held 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.

ROBERT MICHAEL BLACK, 54, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Sunday, December 4, 2016, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova with Rev. Sam Peters officiating. Interment will follow in Mayo Cemetery. He was born December 8, 1961, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late Gene and Emma Jean Dean Black. He was the co-owner and operator of Genes Automotive. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by triplets at birth, Jacob, Jason and Joshua. Survivors include his loving wife, Kathy Ward Black; one daughter, Sarah Black; one son, Zach Black; one stepdaughter, Heather Evans (Greg); one stepson, Jason Conway; three granddaughters, Emma Salyers, Gaebrielle and Isabelle Evans; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Rebecca Davis (Randy) and Plura Jane "Sis" McClanahan (Tim); one brother and sister-in-law, Rev. Richard Black (Lisa); several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other family and friends. The family would like to thank St. Mary's Medical Center for all their loving and tender care and also the staff and physicians of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 7, 2016, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

THOMAS EDWARD HENDERSON, 79, of Huntington, widower of Mildred Belle Henderson and Estelle Henderson, died Dec. 8, 2016 at home. He was a retired Master Sergeant with the US Army and a retired US Postal Service worker. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Trinity Freewill Baptist Church, Johnstown Road; burial will follow in Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Reger Funeral Home. www.regerfh.com.

DONNA JEAN WHEELER BALL, 86, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away Thursday, December 8, 2016, at Heartland of Riverview in South Point, Ohio. She was born January 23, 1930, in Ceredo, W.Va., a daughter of the late Owen and Louise Hatten Wheeler. Donna Jean was a graduate of C-K High School. She worked for many years at Brown's Apparel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Leo Ball, and three brothers, Owen E., Frank Hatten and James Carroll Wheeler. Donna Jean was a past member of the Marcum Chapter of OES, American Legion Post #93 Kenova Auxiliary and the Daughters of the American Revolution. She is survived by one son, David Leo Ball and Vickie Holland of Kenova, W.Va.; one daughter, Deborah and Ted Sizemore of Nicholasville, Ky.; four grandchildren, James Aaron Sizemore of Huntington, Tricia Sutton of Nicholasville, Leigh Taylor (John) Stafford of Denver, Colo., and David Matthew Ball of Independence, Ky.; and four great-grandchildren, Thomas, Garrett, Hudson and Abigail. The family would like to thank the staff of Heartland of Riverview for their care, love and support of Donna Jean and the family. Also a special thanks to caregivers, Annie McGlone and Barbara Slone. Visitation will be 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2016, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will begin immediately following the visitation at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. Burial will follow in Cyrus Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

JANICE BURNS CAUDILL JUSTICE, 96, of Kenova, passed away Friday, December 9, 2016, at Midland Meadows Senior Living in Ona. Janice was born January 20, 1920, in Charleston, W.Va., a daughter of the late Stephen J. Caudill and Sadie and Harry Riggs. She grew up in Huntington and Pikeville, Ky., having graduated from Pikeville High School in 1937. Janice then attended Morehead University, as well as the University of Kentucky before finally earning a Bachelor's Degree from Marshall College in 1941. She was a retired teacher from the Wayne County School System, having begun her teaching career at Crum High School, and finally retiring as librarian from Ceredo-Kenova High School in 1985. A talented artist and poet, Janice composed numerous poems for many dear students and colleagues, thus earning her the nickname, "Poetic Justice." An avid and accomplished bowler, she spent much of her leisure time at Ceredo and Colonial Lanes. Janice was an active member of the Kenova Women's Club and was also a Kentucky Colonel. The oldest living member of the Kenova Presbyterian Church, Janice was a member of the Chancel Choir, served on the Session and was the church treasurer for many years. Our beloved mother was preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, John Estill Justice; one sister, Jean Bernice Caudill Ramsdell. Those left to cherish her memory include four daughters, Pam (Mike) Hanlon of Ft. Wayne, Ind., Patty Johnson of Ceredo, Lynn (Tom) Knopp of Kenova, and BJ (Charlie) Adkins of Catlettsburg, Ky.; one sister, Betty Jo Pinson of Huntington; and grandchildren, Andy (Nancy) Hanlon, Bryan (Jackie) Hanlon, Jamie (Sam) Hampton, Jill Sparks, Leslie (Mike) Ranken, Kevin Pack, Anthony (Rachel) Dishman, Cassandra (Russell) Kerns and seven great-grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and one very dear friend, Ruth Ellen Meredith of Topeka, Kan. The family would sincerely like to thank the staff of Midland Meadows for their care, love and support of Janice and her family. Visitation will be Sunday, December 11, 2016, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, December 12, 2016, at the funeral home with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. Burial will be in Catlettsburg Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted and appreciated, or memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Kenova, the Good Samaritan Center of Kenova or the Celiac Foundation. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

LLOYD L. ESTEP, 60 of Prichard passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. He was born on March 28, 1956 in Logan, WV to the late Romeo and Marie Ramey-Estepp. He was a laborer and worked on the Pipelines for many years and also served his country honorably in the US Marines. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by four siblings Barbara Jean Ferrebee, Glena Irene Seagraves, Phillip F. Estepp and Billy Joe Estepp. Mr. Estep leaves behind a caring family including one son William Estep of Huntington, WV; one daughter Millena Estep of Fort Gay; four siblings Romeo "Buddy" Estepp of Inez, Polly Cambot of Lompoc, CA, Helen Curtis-Meagher of Nashville, TN and Robert Allen Estepp of Fort Gay. There will be a memorial service scheduled at a later date at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.youngfuneralhomeinc.com

SARAH PARCELL SAMMONS, 94, of Huntington, widow of Fred Sammons, died Dec. 11, 2016 at home. She was a retired school teacher. There will be no services scheduled. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice House. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.regerfh.com.

MELISSA ANN ROBERTSON-MARCUM, 49 of Fort Gay passed away Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Three Rivers Medical Center in Louisa. She was born in Louisa on August 17, 1967 to the late Floyd Robertson, Jr. and Brady Stone Robertson. Melissa was a homemaker and loved her family dearly. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by one nephew David Jordan. Survivors include her husband Billy Craig Marcum of Fort Gay; one daughter Heather Resheay Marcum-Castle of Louisa; one son Tayler Marcum of Fort Gay; two grandchildren Braiden Ryan Castle and Kylan Castle; eight siblings Kim and Toni Cantrell, Becky Robinson, Diane Young, Tina Ball, Gary and James Robertson; nieces and nephews Rena Harper. Tessa Ball, Devon Robinson, Kayla and Bobby Cantrell; her mother and father-in-law Bill and Barb Marcum of Fort Gay as well as many extended family members and friends all of whom will miss her dearly. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Young Funeral Home Chapel with Minister Jim Farley officiating burial will follow at the Sartin Family Cemetery in Fort Gay. Visitation for family and friends will be on Wednesday at the Young Funeral Home Chapel after 11:00 am until service time. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.youngfuneralhomeinc.com

DAVID MICHAEL COLEMAN, 22, of Lavalette, W.Va., died Sunday, December 11, 2016. David was an honor graduate from Wayne High School in 2012. He earned his nursing degree from St. Mary's School of Nursing in 2015 and he was employed as a Registered Nurse at St. Mary's Medical Center. David played midget league football for the Buffalo Bisons as a youngster, playing for Hoss Wellman and Danny Crum, winning the D-Team Turf Bowl Championship alongside Elijah Wellman and repeated as champions at the A Team level. David began an amateur boxing career at age 14, winning the Ohio State Fair Nationals at age 15 and 16 at 138 pounds. A young veteran with over 50 bouts, David fought in National Junior Golden Gloves as well as National Golden Gloves in Mesquite, Nevada, placing 5th and 6th nationally. He loved music, and was the lead vocalist in a local metal band, Carnage. David is survived by his parents, Robert and Fina Coleman of Lavalette, W.Va.; a brother, Christopher and Heather and niece Bri; a sister, Hannah Renee Coleman; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. David was hardworking, dedicated and always gave his best at anything he did. From nursing school to his job as a nurse, you could always count on David to give his all. Never a dull minute when David was around, you could count on him to make you laugh until you cried. He made the nightshift at work a little more interesting. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Forrest Marshall. Friends called from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Reger Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

THOMAS JEFFERSON LEWIS, 82, of Ceredo, passed away December 12, 2016, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, December 16, 2016, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. Interment will follow in Cyrus Cemetery. He was born December 23, 1933, in Kenova, W.Va., a son of the late Henry and Marie Booth Lewis. Thomas was a retired firefighter from the City of Huntington Fire Department. He was a member of the Crescent Lodge No. 32 AF&AM, whose members will conduct graveside rites. He was also Past High Priest of the Clarence H. Stoner Chapter R.A.M. He was a member of Tri-County No. 51 R.A.M., Logan Commandery No. 26, Scottish Rite Valley of Huntington and Past Excellent Chief of Tri-State Council No. 57 Knight Masons. Thomas was the last surviving charter member of the Kenova Volunteer Fire Department and the first fire chief. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Billie Jean Snyder Lewis; two sisters, Norma Bartram and Clara Mae Rice; and two brothers, Henry Curtis Lewis and Charles Raymond Lewis. Survivors include his son, Charles Steven Lewis of Scott Depot, W.Va.; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Frances L. Elkins of Ceredo, W.Va., and Mary Ann Lykins (Richard "Buck") of Kenova, W.Va. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends. Visitation will be Thursday, December 15, 2016, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

CHRISTOPHER LEE ADKINS, 42, of Huntington died Dec. 12, 2016. Tri-State Cremation Society and Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home are assisting the family. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later time. Donations are suggested to the funeral home. www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.

JASON SCOTT GASTON, 39, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, at his home in Catlettsburg, Ky. Jason was born July 24, 1977, in Parkersburg, W.Va., a son of Louie and Tammy Gaston of Parkersburg. He was employed by Mi-De-Con Inc. of Ironton, Ohio. Jason was a devoted husband and father who placed the needs of his family first and foremost. He worked hard and was an excellent provider for the family he loved. He was preceded in death by one brother, Joey Gaston. In addition to his parents, Jason is survived by his beloved wife, Jaime Thompson Gaston; his precious children, Jacob, Josh, Jared and Emma Campbell, Brent, Andrew, Ashley, Claire and Ava Gaston. He is also survived by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Fred and Brenda Copley; his father-in-law, Mike Thompson; and his brother-in-law, Paul Thompson, and he will be greatly missed by his family. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova, W.Va., with Pastor Greg Page officiating. Visitation will be two hours prior to the funeral on Saturday. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

MARY JARRELL JUSTICE, 96, of Huntington, formerly of Logan, W.Va., died in Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington on December 13, 2016. Mary was born February 27, 1920, to Christopher Columbus and Celia Ann Staten Jarrell in Wayne, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, George Edward, of 64 years in 2004, her daughter, Peggy Ross, in 1997, sisters, Lucinda Evans, Martha Napier, and brothers, William, Jace, Lee and John. She is survived by brothers, Delbert (Dot) and Joe (Blanch), both of Ohio; her daughter, Phyllis of Huntington; granddaughter, Deborah Alley Bupp (Mike); great-granddaughter, Sarah of Pennsylvania; and many nieces and nephews. Mary graduated from Logan High School in 1940 and Martz Beauty School of Huntington in 1947. Until 1966 she owned Justice Beauty Shop in West Logan. During World War II she worked for Guyan Machinery. From her teen years she enjoyed singing alto both in gospel quartets and solo. Mary loved to quilt, sew, cook, garden, preserve foods, read and listen to Southern Gospel music. Mary attended Barboursville Baptist Church. When her children were young, she was active in PTA and Girl Scouts as a leader. From 1991 to 1994 she was Secretary to the Board of Directors for Prestera Center of Huntington. Thanks to the nurses and staff at Hospice House of Huntington for their care, and special thanks to Donna and Heather for helping to take care of her at home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Barboursville Baptist Church, 948 Main Street, Barboursville, WV 25504. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville, with services following at 2:30 p.m. at the White Chapel Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with Rod Justice officiating. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.

WANDA LOUISE MUSSER CHAFFINS, 75, of Ceredo, West Virginia, wife of Jerry Edward Chaffins, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Cabell-Huntington Hospital. She was born in Kenova, West Virginia, on June 28, 1941, a daughter of the late Bennie and Opal Musser of Kenova, West Virginia. Wanda was also preceded in death by a son, John David Chaffins. She is survived by her beloved husband of nearly 53 years, Jerry Edward Chaffins; two sons and their wives, Jeffrey Edward and Rebecca Sue Chaffins of Huntington, W.Va., and Mark Andrew and Angela Sue Chaffins of Huntington, W.Va.; four grandchildren, Kristen Avanelle and Abigail Kay Chaffins and Shaun Michael and Miranda Alexis Chaffins, all of Huntington, W.Va.; and three sisters, Katherine Bowen, Priscilla McGlone, and Eletha Farley, all of Kenova, W.Va.; many nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. Wanda graduated from Ceredo-Kenova High School in 1959 and attended classes at the Huntington Business College. She was employed by the Kenova Bank for fifteen years, as a Proof Operator, and by H&R Block for nearly fifteen years, as a tax preparer. Wanda was a member of the Kenova Order of the Eastern Star, Kentucky Colonels, the Almost Heaven Good Sam Traveling Club, and the Arky Stars Square Dancing Club. However, her greatest joy and love in life were her family and her service and dedication to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Wanda was a 66 year member of Kenova United Methodist Church, where she served as a Sunday school teacher for 5-6 year old children for 42 years and Chairperson of the Worship Committee. She loved spending time and traveling with her husband, best friend, and soulmate, Jerry. Her favorite destinations were Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. She spent time floralarranging and wreath-making. Wanda dearly loved and spent time preparing Sunday school lessons and crafts for "her children." Visitation will be at Kenova United Methodist Church on Wednesday, December 21, 2016, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with funeral services at 1 p.m. officiated by the Rev. James Richards. Burial will follow at Dock's Creek Cemetery. Condolences may also be expressed to the family at www.rollinsfh.com. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Kenova United Methodist Church Building Fund.

ROBERT THEODORE KEOWN, 83, of Huntington died Dec. 18, 2016 in Madison Park Skilled Nursing Facility. A memorial service will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Spring Valley Freedom Baptist Church, Huntington. Visitation after 5 p.m. Thursday at the church. www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.

JAMES R. JOHNSON, 88, departed from this life December 21, 2016. He graduated from Buffalo High School in Wayne County and served in the Navy during World War II on board the Submarine USS RONCADORE. At the end of the war, he married the love of his life, Frances M. Arthur Johnson, who is his survivor. He is also survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Cimba Johnson and Steven and Joy Johnson, with four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He retired from the Huntington VA Medical Center (Engineering Service) with 35 years of service. His time here on Earth was spent well as he was a dedicated servant to God, his beloved wife, his mother and father, his precious sons and their wives, his grandchildren, his wife's family and all who knew him. There will be no visitation. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 24, at Dock's Creek Cemetery, Kenova, W.Va., by Pastor Jody Fortner. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

BETTY FRANCIS FISHER, 91, of Huntington, W.Va., widow Robert Vernon Fisher, passed away on December 25, 2016, at the Park Plaza Nursing Home, Whitney, Texas. Graveside services were conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2016, at Woodmere Memorial Park. Betty was born on February 26, 1925, in Huntington, the daughter of the late John James and Martha Elizabeth Samson Huff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Terry Lee Fisher. Betty was a homemaker, a graduate of Vinson High School and a member of Central United Methodist Church, where she was a long-standing member of the choir. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Janet Fisher of Huntington, W.Va.; a daughter Toni Wilson of Whitney, Texas; three grandchildren and spouse, Christina and Daniel Marcas, Tiffany and Ryan Stutler and Jill Mathews; six great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Noah Weigant, Gavin, Tanner, Emaleigh and Laney Stutler; a niece Connie Albright whom she thought of as a daughter; and nieces and nephews Sandy and Mike Wilson and Linda Black. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to a no-kill animal shelter. There will be no visitation. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com/

EVELYN JUNE HATTEN ADKINS, 92, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Monday, December 26, 2016, at her home. Evelyn was born in Kenova on April 20, 1924, a daughter of the late Alva and Florence Wilson Hatten. Growing up in Kenova, she graduated from C-K High School. She was married to Dorsey R. Adkins who preceded her in death, along with a daughter, Diane Craycraft. Evelyn loved her family and enjoyed taking care of them throughout her life. She leaves behind one son, Randall L. Adkins and his wife Olga; grandsons, Lee Adkins and his wife Dawna and their children Kailyn and Reece; Rick Adkins and his wife Christy and their children Mia and Emme; Ryan Craycraft and his wife Shannon and their children Ashton and Ronan. Other survivors include one sister, Eleanor Meadows, and two brothers, Don and Frank Hatten. Evelyn was a member of Spring Valley Freedom Baptist Church where her funeral service will be conducted at 6:30 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2016, with Pastor Patrick Elliott officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Spring Valley Freedom Baptist Church or Hospice of Huntington. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

KERMIT ELDRIDGE McGINNIS was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on December 26, 2016, at St. Marys Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia. He was surrounded by his wife Dorothy, his children and grandchildren. Kermit was born on March 1, 1924, in Huntington and was the youngest child of B.C. and Gladys McGinnis. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Harold McGinnis, Maxine McGinnis Ramsey, Bernard McGinnis, Rupert McGinnis, and Karleen Warnock. On December 25, 2016, he celebrated the 66th wedding anniversary with the love of his life and best friend, Dorothy Hatfield McGinnis. He attended Virginia Tech and graduated from Marshall University upon his return from service in World War II. Kermit began his professional career with Huntington Federal Savings Bank in 1948. In 1952 at age 28, he became one of the nation's youngest Presidents of a financial institution. In 2016, Kermit retired as CEO of Huntington Federal after a 67-year career. He was active with many organizations and huge fan of Marshall and the Thundering Herd. He loved Huntington and worked tirelessly to help support community projects. Having lived through the Great Depression, his work ethic was second to none and he believed that "giving back to the community" is not only the right thing to do for others, but also helps to provide a person with a full and complete life. Kermit's accomplishments include: U.S. Army Staff Sargent, 99th Infantry Division Sharp Shooter, European Theatre Belgium and Germany 1943-1946 (Battle of the Bulge Veteran); Past President and Director of the West Virginia League of Savings; Past Director of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh; Past Director and Member of the Legislative Committee of the United States Savings and Loan League; Past Director of the Southeastern Group of the United States Saving and Loan League; Past Director of the Huntington Industrial Corporation; Past Director of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce; Member and Past Director of the Huntington Rotary Club; Past Director and Secretary of the Huntington Urban Renewal, serving 20 years; Past Director of The Foster Foundation and was actively involved in the planning and development of the Woodlands Retirement Community; Past Member and former Chairman of the West Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges, serving 30 years; Past Member Huntington Clinical Foundation; Member Huntington Foundation Board of Directors; Past Board Member and Finance Committee of the YMCA; Past Member Marshall Foundation Board of Directors for 20 years, serving as president in 1982 - 1983, and was elected into the University's Circle of Gold in 1998; Director of Marshall University's Lewis College of Business Advisory Board; Inducted into Marshall University Elizabeth McDowell Lewis College of Business Hall of Fame in 2000; The Kermit E. McGinnis Distinguished Professorship in the Elizabeth McDowell Lewis College of Business was established in 2000; Charter Member of the John Marshall Society; Recipient of The Herald-Dispatch Citizens Award for Community Achievement in 2006; Lifelong Member of Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church and served as its treasurer for 33 years; Obtained funds in 1990 through the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburg for Cabell-Huntington Coalition for the Homeless to establish Vanity Fair, a residential program for the homeless; Past Board Member and Finance Chairman for the Girl Scouts of America, Past Member of the Commercial Division of the United Fund Campaign; Marshall University Foundation honors Kermit E. McGinnis and Huntington Federal for lifetime giving of $500,000 to the Kermit E. McGinnis Distinguished Professorship in the Elizabeth McDowell Lewis College of Business at Marshall University – 2015; Huntington Masonic Lodge #53; Member of the Huntington Valley Scottish Rite; Member of the Beni Kedem Shrine. Kermit's love and legacy live on through his children and grandchildren, Kermit H. McGinnis of Bardstown, Ky., Suzanne McGinnis Oxley of Huntington (married to Leon K. Oxley), Charlotte E. McGinnis of Flat Rock, N.C. (partner Ellen Sherman), Mollie McGinnis Hinckley of Johns Creek, Ga. (married to Gerard J. Hinckley); in addition to six grandchildren, David McGinnis, Laura McGinnis Foor (married to Cole Foor), Sam Oxley, Grace, Hannah and Emily Hinckley and one great-granddaughter, Addie Foor, and many wonderful friends and relatives and his special caregivers Betty Evans, Lisa Estep and Barbara Harless. The visitation and funeral will be held at Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church. Reverend Teresa Deane will be officiating. Visitation is on Wednesday December 28, 2016, from 4 to 7 p.m. and the funeral is on Thursday December 29, 2016, at 3 p.m. with visitation one hour before service. Private internment will be held at Ridgelawn Memorial Park. Family guestbook at www.klingelcarpenter.com.

GLADYS KAY WATTS, 63, of Prichard, W.Va., passed away Monday, December 26, 2016, in St. Mary's Medical Center. She was born December 19, 1953, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Paul and Loretta Hope Adkins Napier. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Fisher Allen "Pete" Watts; four sisters, Gloria Gaynell Napier, Helen Marie Napier, Yvonne Bernice Napier Maynard and Agnes Dian Costner; and two brothers, Larry Earl Napier and Billy Joe Cornwell. She formerly worked for a textile mill. Survivors include two brothers, Paul (Sue) Napier of Prichard and Ralph Bauman of Barboursville, W.Va., and several nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no services. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.chapmans-mortuary.com.

BETTY SIMPKINS HUTCHISON, of Kenova, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 26, 2016, at Cabell Health Care Center, Culloden, W.Va. She was born in Wayne, W.Va., to the late James R. Simpkins and Nola Brumfield Simpkins. Betty graduated from Ceredo-Kenova High School and attended Marshall University and Tri-State Bible College. She was best known for her music, art and poetry. She was the church pianist for the First Independent Missionary Baptist Church of Kenova from 1956 until her illness in 2012. Her theme song was "Make Me a Blessing," which she faithfully played each Sunday as the classes convened. She sang and played piano in several quartets and trios, and in her earlier years, was a teacher of shaped note music. Betty discovered a gift for drawing late in her life and enjoyed charcoal drawings and simple sketches. She was a lifelong poet and several of her poems were published in the World of Poetry Press and National Library of Poetry. She was chosen "Golden Poet" of the year on several occasions. Betty had a love for animals and consistently carried pet food in her car in case she would come across an animal in need. Betty loved the ocean and saw it through a lens all her own. Many of her writings reflected this love, as well as her many trips to Myrtle Beach. Betty worked as a secretary for AEP and the Social Security office and retired from Southwestern Community Action Council after 23 years of service. Betty served in her church, not only as pianist, but as Sunday School Teacher of the Young Marrieds class for 16 years. She was past president of the Ladies Mission Circle and served as the church clerk for several years. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her brothers, Jimmy and Wayne Simpkins, and her sister, MadgeJones. She is survived by her two daughters, Linda McCaffrey of Kenova and Myra (Art) Lydick of Huntington; two grandchildren, Meredith Lydick of Kenova and Molly Lydick of Huntington. Also surviving are one niece, Joanne Hays of Vienna, W.Va., and three nephews, Casey (Dianne) Jones of Rockwood, Tenn., Scott Jones of Parkersburg, W.Va., and John (Cathy) Simpkins of Barboursville. The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the caring staff at Cabell Health Care Center and a special thanks to Amy Fields and her staff in the Lighthouse Unit, who were angels of mercy. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 29, 2016, at the First Independent Missionary Baptist Church of Kenova, with the Rev. Scott Byard officiating. The family will welcome friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Docks Creek Cemetery in Kenova. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the building fund of First Independent Missionary Baptist Church, 848 13th Street, Kenova. Rollins Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

GEORGIA M. COLE, 88, of Lavalette, passed away Tuesday, December, 27, 2016, at Heartland of Riverview. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Heron Adkins at 1 p.m. on Friday, December 30, 2016. at the Reger Funeral Chapel, Huntington. Burial will follow at Dock's Creek Cemetery, Kenova, W.Va. Georgia was born on August 5, 1928, in Cabell County, and she was a homemaker. She is preceded in death by her husband Lindsey Cole Jr.; her parents John and Capitola Powell, a daughter Linda Vance; a son Larry Cole and a grandchild, Little Ray Smith. She is survived by her children Patty Smith, Roger (Edna) Cole, Kathy (Ron) Harper, Tammy Lewis; 10 grandchildren, Holly, Christy, Tara, Amanda, Andrea, Amber, Lindsay, Rhonda, Lori and Justin; 15 great-grandchildren, and a special friend Doris Kemble. The family would like to especially thank all the staff of Heartland of Riverview for the loving care they provided Georgia. Georgia was a loving mother who will be greatly missed. Friends may call from noon until service time on Friday at the Reger Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.