OBITS - NOVEMBER, 2017
Obituaries courtesy The Wayne County News and The Huntington Herald Dispatch and other sources.
These obituaries for the month of November were compiled by Howard Osburn
BOB ALTHER BRADSHAW
, 76, of Wayne, WV, died Wednesday, November 01, 2017 at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel by Minister Justin Berry. Burial will follow at Forest Memorial Park, Milton, WV. He was born September 25, 1941 in Holden, WV, a son of the late George Wetzel and Lizzie Maynard Bradshaw. Bob was a retired maintenance clerk from Wal-Mart and was a U.S. Army Veteran. His wife, Patricia Jeanine Wyant Bradshaw also preceded him in death, along with a sister, Saundra Fashian and three brothers, Ted, James and Crawford Bradshaw. Survivors include a daughter, Elizabeth Bradshaw Clark (T.A.) of Chesapeake, OH; two sons, Chris Bradshaw (Kelley) of Indiana, Aaron Bradshaw (Tina) of Ashland, KY; a brother, Deward Bradshaw of Canton, OH; five grandchildren, Katelynn, Travis, Allison, Ashley and Patrick; two great-grandchildren, Matthew and Mason. Friends may call one hour prior to services at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV.BILLO JEAN KENDRICK
, 86, of Americus, Ga., formerly of South Point, Ohio, widow of Virgil Kendrick, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017, at Magnolia Manor Nursing Home. She was born January 29, 1931, daughter of the late Sylvester and Lottie Griffin Davis. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Shockley and Lee Davis; three infant brothers; and two sisters, Hester Spence and Lula Hale. She is survived by one daughter, Rosa Lee (James H.) Smith of Americus, Ga., who was her loving caregiver; one son, Darol G. (Connie) Kendrick of Lavalette; three grandchildren, Billie Jo (Michael) Mazer of Americus, Ga., James D. (Tracey) Smith of Pedro, Ohio, and Dr. Aaron S. (Tracy) Kendrick of Louisa, Ky.; six great-grandchildren, Christopher and Ashley Mazer, Austin, Landon and Kierston Smith and Chase Kendrick; one great-great-grandson, Dawson Smith; and one sister, Edna May Canady of Edgerton, Ohio. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 7, 2017, at Schneider-Hall Funeral Home, Chesapeake, Ohio. Burial will follow in Baylous Cemetery, Salt Rock. Visitation will be held 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 7, 2017, at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.schneiderhallfuneralhome.com.RICK FRAZIER
, 60, of Trenton, Mich., died Nov. 3, 2017. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, McGhee-Handley Funeral Home, West Hamlin, W.Va.; burial will be in Webb Cemetery, Ranger, W.Va. Visitation will be two hours prior to the funeral Saturday at the funeral home. www.handleyfh.com.VERCIE FRANCES HAYNER
, 88, of St. Albans, W.Va., went to be with her Lord on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017, at the Hubbard Hospice House West. She was born May 4, 1929, at Cove Gap, W.Va., a daughter of the late Marion and Eva Duty. Her husband, Charles A. Brannen, also preceded her in death, along with her second husband, Aubrey Hayner; three bothers, Jack Duty, Tommy Duty and Johnny Duty; and three sisters, Jane West, Susie Miros and Jewel Maynard. She leaves behind her son, Charles (Lee Ann) Brannen of St. Albans, W.Va.; two grandchildren, Matthew and Michael Brannen of Beckley, W.Va.; and two step-grandchildren, Sara Davis of Hurricane, W.Va., and Wade Cox II of Charleston, W.Va.; her sister, Janice Smith of Lavalette, W.Va.; 11 great-grandchildren; and a host of friends and family too numerous to mention. Celebration of Vercie's life will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 7, 2017, at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Kilbert officiating. Burial will follow at Bowman Hill Cemetery. Friends may call from 6-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations to the Hubbard Hospice House, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387.THOMAS HOWARD McCORMICK
, 59, of Prichard, W.Va., died Sunday, November 5, 2017, at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born January 13, 1958, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of the late Frank Leon and Betty Jacqueline Jarrell McCormick. A brother, Frank Leon McCormick Jr., also preceded him in death. He was a nurse assistant for more than 30 years at the Huntington VA Medical Center and was a member of, and worked for, Local 369 the last 25 years. Thomas was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Survivors include his son, Thomas O. McCormick of Huntington, and daughter, Melissa McCormick Booton of Winfield, W.Va.; three grandchildren, Morgan Dean, Thomas Booton and Emily McCormick; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Judy and Greg Francis of Powellton, W.Va., Becky McCormick of Huntington, and Vicki and Kenneth Johnson of Huntington; his longtime fiancee, Becky Stewart of Ceredo, W.Va.; stepchildren, Christina Stewart, Patrick Stewart and Phillip Stewart; the mother of his children, Brenda Wells; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. A memorial graveside service will be conducted 3 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2017, at the White Chapel Mausoleum in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com.CHARLES TRAUTWEIN
, age 91, died November 7, 2017, at Riverview Assisted Living Facility in Barboursville, W.Va., as a result of medical complications that included Alzheimer's disease. His wife of 67 years, Anna Trautwein, preceded him in death on July 16, 2017. He leaves his daughter, Patricia Johnston and her husband Harry Johnston; his granddaughter Leigh Hall and her husband Ryan Hall; his nephews and nieces, and other relatives and friends. Mr. Trautwein was born July 14, 1926, and raised in Sydney, W.Va., the son of Fred and Ora Noe Trautwein. He had 10 siblings who also preceded him in death. Mr. Trautwein grew up in Wayne County, West Virginia and lived most of his life in Huntington, West Virginia. He graduated from Wayne High School. Mr. Trautwein joined the U.S. Navy in 1944, where he served two years with the Underwater Demolition Team (UDT) during World War II. He attended Marshall University. He met his wife Anna Lee Compton during her senior year in high school and they were married June 1, 1950, at a private ceremony in Wayne, W.Va. Mr. Trautwein worked at A.K. Steel Corporation (formerly Armco Steel) in Ashland, Kentucky, for 33 years. He retired as an expeditor in the production department in 1988. Throughout the years, Charles maintained friendships with Navy UDT Team #23 members, many of whom passed before him. He enjoyed talking about his experiences in the Navy and made several trips to Little Creek, Va., and Fort Pierce, Fla., to visit the UDT/ Seal Museums. At home, Mr. Trautwein enjoyed gardening and yardwork. He was a member of American Legion Post 93, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9738, UDT/Seal Association, Little Creek, Va., and Fort Pierce, Fla., and the Masonic Lodge #66 of Fort Gay, W.Va. There will be a graveside service 1 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2017, at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, 130 Academy Drive, Dunbar, WV, with military funeral honors and a brief eulogy by Pastor Steve Hinkle. Online condolences may be submitted at www.beardmortuary.com/tributes. Gifts in memory/honor of Charles Trautwein may be made at www.hospiceofhuntington.org or mailed to Hospice of Huntington, Inc., P.O. box 464, Huntington, WV 25709, Attn: Development Department.JACK EDWARD ROBERTSON
, age 83, of Louisa, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at home. Jack was born October 16, 1934 in Fort Gay, WV. He is the son of the late Floyd and the late Opal Spears Robertson. He was a carpenter Mr. Robertson is survived by a daughter, Brenda Swafford and husband Ernest of Louisa Ky. and a son Jack Robertson, Jr. and wife Patsy of Lexington, Ky. Jack leaves behind eight grandchildren and several great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Robertson was preceded in death by his wife, Lydia Short Robertson and a son, Steven Eugene Robertson. Funeral Services will be held on November 9th, 2017 at 1:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home with Rev. Roger Jordan officiating. Friends may call from 11:00 am till time of service. Private interment will take place at a later date. All arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home.BONNIE GAIL MARCUM
, 58, of Wayne, died Nov. 9, 2017. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.ADELINE McNEELY
, 81, of Barboursville, widow of John McNeely Sr., died Nov. 9, 2017 at home. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Reger Funeral Home; burial at Docks Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. www.regerfh.comADELINE MCNEELY
, 81, of Barboursville, went to be with the Lord peacefully in her sleep Thursday, November 9, 2017 at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Roger Mooney. Burial will follow at Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova. She was born March 7, 1936 in Huntington, the daughter of the late Earl Fraley and Mary Elizabeth Runyon Fiore. She was a former employee of Corbin Limited. She was a member of Kellogg Independent Holiness Church of God, a retired homemaker and full time grandmother and a devoted Christian. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, John McNeely Sr.; two sons, John McNeely Jr. and Tracy Ray McNeely; a grandson, Jason Layne; two brothers, Earl Fraley and Frank Fiore; and a sister, Shirley Mitchell. Survivors include children: Barbara Bailey with whom she made her home, Cheryl Layne, Guy McNeely and Bruce McNeely (Marsha), all of Huntington. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, twenty eight great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, three brothers: Dennis Fraley (Beth), Brandon Fraley (Gail), John Fiore, a sister: Connie Basen (Ron), all of Cleveland, Ohio; two sisters in law: Emmer Faye Harrison of Pontiac, Mich., and Pauley Fraley of Hendersonville, Ky., several nieces and nephews and a special friend who meant so much to her, Mike Smith from Kellogg Church. The family would also like to thank the staff of Hospice of Huntington and Amedisys Home Health Services for the care and comfort shown to Adeline as well as a special thanks to the CCCSO. And a special thank you to Dr. Linda Savory and nurse Tisha. Friends may call from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.DANIEL LEE MAXWELL
of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Friday, November 10, 2017 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. He was born December 17, 1981 at Chattanooga, Tenn., and worked in construction. He was preceded in death by a sister, Malisha Maxwell; his maternal grandfather Jack Stovall; his uncle Roger Perry; and one cousin John Perry. He leaves behind his mother Marilyn Maxwell of Wayne; his father Ernest Lee Maxwell; three sisters, Chasity Mays of Mississippi, Chanity Hartman and Latisha Maxwell both of Wayne; one brother, Junior Evitt of Wayne; his children, Breana Maxwell and Andrew Maxwell; two aunts, Sherri Hyde and Rosie Perry, both of Wayne; and a host of friends and family. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Brother Willard Pierce officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens. Friends may call after 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.CHARLES MICHAEL MOORE
, 57, of Catlettsburg, Kentucky passed away on Friday, November 10, 2017 at UK HealthCare, Lexington, KY. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne with Pastor Chuck McCormick officiating. Burial will follow at Catlettsburg Cemetery, Catlettsburg. He was born on June 12, 1960 at Catlettsburg, a son of Billow Mae Hall of Catlettsburg and the late James Henry Moore. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his brother, William A Billy@ Moore. Survivors include his daughter, Melissa Moore; two sons, Jonathon and Shane Moore all of Huntington, WV; seven sisters, Thelma Maynard (Charles) of Ashland, KY, Bonnie Lykins of Catlettsburg, KY, Patricia Richards (Dennis) of South Point, Ohio, Dianna Mills (Kenneth) of Charleston, WV, Lisa Mitchell (Scott) and Rena Beckett (Alvin) all of Florida, Darlene Sexton (Jerry) of Huntington, WV; two brothers, James and Henry Moore both of Catlettsburg, KY. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.FRANKLIN PARSONS
, 99, of Louisa, KY formerly of Fort Gay, WV went home to be with the Lord on Sunday Nov. 12, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Franklin was born Sept. 24, 1918 in Wayne County, WV, the son of the late Samuel and Nary Webb Parsons. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Rinda Marie Thompson Parsons who died in 1997, a son Frank Ronald Parsons and two daughters Beverly Jean Parsons and Phyllis Ann Parsons. Franklin was a retired shear operator for the Otis Elevator Company in Cleveland, Ohio and proudly served his country during WWII in the United States Army Air Force. Mr. Parsons was the Senior Pastor of the Cornerstone House of Prayer at Mill Creek in Fort Gay, WV. Survivors include four daughters; Linda C. Kirk of Fort Gay, Brenda K. Robertson and husband Bernard of Genoa, WV, Patricia Ann Carpenter and husband John also of Fort Gay, and Sandy Fay Thompson and husband John C. also of Genoa; three sons, John R. Parsons of Louisa, Roger Lee Parsons and wife Lucille of Genoa, WV, and Thomas E. Parsons and wife Ruth also of Louisa; a brother Arthur Parsons and a sister Blanche Stiltner both of Kenova, WV; 26 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, and several great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday Nov. 15 at 1:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home with Rev. Bernard L. Robertson officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Parsons Family Cemetery on the Left Fork of Mill Creek Fort Gay, WV. Friends may visit the family on Tuesday Nov. 14, 2017 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home. Care has been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home.AUBRA KEVIN NELSON
, 55, of Kenova, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 13, 2017. He was born April 15, 1962 at Huntington, W.Va., and was a member of Echo United Baptist Church. His father, Aubra Marvin Nelson preceded him in death along with grandparents, Millard and Milda Nelson, and Henry and Rinda Adkins; and his uncle and aunts Jay and Sadie Napier, and Freda Adkins. He leaves behind his mother, Arlene Jewell Nelson of Huntington; wife Carla Nelson, of Kenova; uncles and aunts Roger and Belinda Nelson, Morris and Bonnie Nelson, Don and Barbara Perry, and Caroll and Judy Mathis, all of Huntington, and Henry Dale Adkins of Raleigh, N.C.; brother-in-law, Ray (Tina) Steele; one niece Kallie Steele, all of Barboursville, W.Va.; special cousin Lisa Lucas of Wayne; and many other cousins and friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Elder Roger Maynard officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens. Friends may call after 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The family would like to thank Three Rivers Home Health and Hospice of Huntington for their love and support.JAMES RICKY BAISDEN JR.
, 30, of Crum, WV passed away Sunday, November 13, 2017 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Mr. Baisden was born April 9, 1987 in Huntington, WV to James Baisden and Ernestine Maynard. In addition to his parents he is survived by his children, Cordell Edward Miller and Ayden James Hardwick; siblings Roy Baisden, Richard Brandon Baisden, Opal Nichole Jarvis and Teenie Lashae Jarvis; Grandfather Richard Eugene Bowens and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, November 17, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the Webb Community Church with Brother Wayne Meddings officiating. Burial to follow in the Webb Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, November 16, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Webb Community Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Young Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.youngfuneralhomeinc.comLINDA SUE THOMPSON
, 71, of Fort Gay, WV passed away Monday Nov. 13, 2017 at her home following a sudden illness. Linda was a devout Christian, loving mother, wife, and grandmother. Her life was spent in service to her family who she cherished and loved. Linda was born Oct. 27, 1946 at Flat Gap, KY, the daughter of the late Ferd and Nellie Slone Ferguson. She was a member of the Fort Gay Methodist Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her children; Randy Thompson, Betty Ratliff, and Linda Sue Thompson. Survivors include her loving husband of 55 years, Olen Thompson, a daughter Tammy Robinson of Fort Gay, three sons; Billy Thompson and wife Lecca of Ashland, KY, William Thompson and wife Amanda of Fort Gay, WV, and Randall Thompson also of Fort Gay, WV; three sisters Violet, Shirl, and Mary; and three brothers Danny, Marvin, and Bill; 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; and a host of friends. Funeral services will be held on Thursday Nov. 16, 2017at 1:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home with Rev. David Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in the Thompson Cemetery on Mill Creek Road Fort Gay, WV. Friends may visit the family on Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home. She will be forever loved and sadly missed by all. Care has been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home.IDA MARIE BERRY STALEY
, 69, of Genoa,WV, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Cabell-Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV. She was born February 6, 1948 in Wayne County, WV, a daughter of the late Willie and Laura Cox Berry. She was a homemaker and attended the Big Lynn Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by two sisters, Opal Dingess and Betty Chaney, and two brothers, John Berry and Bill Berry. Survivors include her husband, Norman Staley; a daughter, Gail Staley; a son, Norman Douglas Staley; a sister, Mittie Ann Webb (Rudolph); and brothers Donald Berry, Lonnie Berry (Arbutus), and Arvil Lee Berry; grandchildren Ashley Maynard (Whitley), Jessica Thompson, Tyler Marcum, Christine Ball (Andy), and Lakin Staley; a special great-grandson, Michael Alexander Maynard; a special niece, Tresa Davis; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 17, 2017 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Rev. Gordon Workman officiating. Burial will follow at the Asbury Cemetery at East Lynn, WV. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time Friday at Morris Funeral Home.ALICE HAMILTON NIDA
, 70, of Wilmington, N.C., formerly of Wayne County, W.Va., wife of Rick Nida, died Nov. 14, 2017. There will be a celebration of life at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Wilmington at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16.JEWELL SUNDERLIN
, 84, of Ceredo, W.Va., passed away November 14, 2017, at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born September 8, 1933, to the late parents, Oscar Adkins and Vicie Ferguson Adkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Eli Sunderlin. Jewell was a member of First Baptist Church, Ceredo, W.Va. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded by her infant child, Charles Roland Lyons II; her siblings, Ervin B. Adkins, June Napier, Oscar Adkins II, Shirley Adkins and Jettie L. Adkins. Jewell leaves behind to mourn her loss her children, Roger Lyons (Nancy), Debra Kinser (Johnathan), with whom she made her home, Randy Lyons (Debbie) and David Lyons; her siblings, Gene Adkins, Fred Adkins, Cleo Harger, Otis Adkins (Carol). Also surviving are her grandchildren, Jeffery White, Kimberly White (Jeremy Ferguson), Kaylee Crisp, Roger Lyons II, Amy Sharpe (Kevin), Konnor Lyons, Diego Clark, Erich Clark (Ansley Dees), Natausha Tibbs (Nick LaValla), Felicia Stewart (Adam); her great-grandchildren, Maisen Ferguson, Layla Stewart; a very special family friend, Vickie Carver; and a host of family and friends. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 17, 2017, at First Baptist Church, Ceredo. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2017, at First Baptist Church, Ceredo, with Rodney Hale officiating. Burial will follow at Crescent Hill Cemetery, Ceredo.ELIZABETH MAY LAWRENCE
, 77, of Huntington, died early Tuesday, November 14, 2017, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2017, at Klingel-Carpenter Mortuary. Interment will follow in Ridgelawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be from noon until service time. Elizabeth was born March 4, 1940, in Huntington, W.Va., the daughter of the late Donald W. and Dorothy G. Roberts. She was a resident of Lavalette, W.Va., most of her life, until moving seven years ago to The Woodlands in Huntington. She was a lifetime member of Fifth Avenue Baptist Church and attended its Friendship Sunday School Class. Early in her career, she worked for the Social Security Administration office and completed her career as the navigation branch secretary for the Huntington U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. She is preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Robert W. Lawrence, and two of their three children, Debra Ann and Robert Patrick. Other family members preceding her include a brother, Donald W. Roberts Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Pamela S. Morrison and husband Jeffrey L. Morrison of Huntington, W.Va.; one daughter-in-law, Shelly E. Lawrence of Columbus, Ohio; six grandchildren, Alexander Patrick Lawrence, Mary Elizabeth Lawrence, Evan James Lawrence, Trevor James Morrison, Baily Kingston Lawrence and Noah Robert Lawrence; and one niece, Sally Luann Sutton and husband Brian Sutton of Tulsa, Okla. Family guestbook at www.klingelcarpenter.com.ALICE BRUMFIELD
, 89, of Kenova, W.Va., went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at her daughter Gloria's residence. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2017, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Elders Ivory Williamson and Bruce Finley. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery, Kenova, W.Va. She was born May 19, 1928, in Wayne County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Frank and Mary Elizabeth Queen Maynard. Alice was a homemaker and member of the Salem United Baptist Church. Alice was a blessing to all that knew her. Her husband, Maryland Brumfield, also preceded her in death, along with her son, Maryland Ray Brumfield; six sisters, Leuria Romans, Masslee Baisden, Sissy Mae Jones, Rebecca Vancy, Polly Clay, Gladys Tomblin; and three brothers, Dewey, Floyd and Steve Maynard. Survivors include two daughters, Gloria Willis and husband Oscar of Prichard, W.Va., Mary Etta Thacker and husband Mark of Huntington, W.Va.; four grandchildren, Ricky Willis II, Greg Willis, Shelly Queen and Claudia Thompson; seven great-grandchildren, Ricky, Dalton, Lyle Willis, Kayla Hall, Andrea Queen, Mykayla Thompson and Megan Thompson; and a host of additional family and friends. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Hospice of Huntington. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709.ALICE S. FINLEY
, 77, of Louisa, Ky., died Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the Boyd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.Alice was born August 14, 1940 in East Lynn, WV to the late Fletcher and Pinky (Adkins) Drenner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Charles Finley, siblings Bill Drenner, Bennie Drenner, Forrest Drenner, Mary Clark and Dixie Adkins. Survivors include her daughter Sherry Arbaugh, former son- in- law Jake Arbaugh, Grandson Charles Dwayne (Amber) Arbaugh, great grandchildren Taelynn Grace, Trinity Faith and Witten Grey Arbaugh, brother- in- law Paul Finley, sister- in- law Sadie Ailiff, and special friend Gemma Short. Funeral services for Mrs. Finley will be Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the Young Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jason Porter officiating. Burial will follow in the Lynch Cemetery, Ft. Gay, WV. Visitation will be Saturday, November 18, 2017 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the Young Funeral Home Chapel. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.youngfuneralhomeinc.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Young Funeral Home.
ROBERT LEE OSBURN
, 85, of Supply, N.C., formerly of Lorain, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the Cape Fear Hospice Center. He was born July 15, 1932 at East Lynn, W.Va. a son of the late Barney and Susie Osburn. His brothers Curtis, Carl, Howard Osburn also preceded him in death along with one sister, Edna Smith. A graduate of Wayne High School, Robert retired from U.S. Steel after 38 years of service, and attended Brunswick Island Baptist Church. He leaves behind his loving wife of 66 years, Faye Adkins Osburn; two sons, Robert "Ozzie" Osburn and his wife Jan of Amherst, Ohio, Richard Lee Osburn of Supply; two grandsons, Jeremy (Deanna) Osburn of Pleasureville, Ky., and Scott Osburn of Amherst; and one great granddaughter, Adriana of Pleasureville. Also surviving is one brother Clarence (Sally) Osburn of Lorain, Ohio; and nieces, nephews, friends, and family too numerous to mention. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Johnson Tiller Funeral Home with Pastor Jody Fortner officiating. Burial will follow in the Baylous Cemetery. Friends may call after 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.MARGARET SUE DUTTON
, 75 years of age of Mentor, Ohio passed away November 15, 2017 at the Western Reserve Hospice in Euclid, OH surrounded by her family. She was born October 14, 1942 in Huntington, WV, a daughter of the late Leonard and Flossie Tomblin Mullen. One brother, William (Poncho) Mullen also preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Roger Dutton; a daughter, Nancy Dabate of Painesville, OH; two sons, Roger Dutton, Jr. of Jefferson, OH, Scott Dutton and wife, Theresa (Lenkey) of Concord, OH; a brother, Leonard Mullen, Jr. and wife, Tannya of Eastlake, OH; sisters, Pracilla Bocook and husband, David of Burlington, OH, Frances Hughes and husband, Ray of Catlettsburg, KY, Barbara McKenzie and husband, Dennis of Huntington, WV, Tina Mullen of Burlington, OH, Marcia Mullen of Huntington, WV; four grandchildren, Gabrielle, Jacob, Alexandra and Abigail Dutton. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, WV. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 20, 2017 at the funeral home.CLARENCE EDWARD FERGUSON
, 81, of Chesapeake, Ohio, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2017, surrounded by his family at his residence. He was a US Army veteran and the owner of Ferguson Farm Implement. He is survived by his wife, Roberta Ferguson; two sons, Lonnie Ferguson and Glen (Veronica) Ferguson; three daughters, Roberta (Rick) Stevens, Mary Ann (Brent) Gue and Cricket (Aaron) Cole; ten grandchildren, April, Zach, Alex, Hannah, LeeAnn, Dwayne, Jonathan, Matthew, Kim and Cassie; nine great-grandchildren, Zander, Gabriel, Rickilyn, Adrianne, Riley, William, Blake, Hugh and Colin; three brothers, James Ferguson, Paul David Ferguson and Dallas Thacker; three sisters, Avonelle Moore, Lora Flanigan and Martha Belle Shu; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held noon Monday, November 20, 2017, at Schneider-Hall Funeral Home in Chesapeake, Ohio, officiated by Pastor Chris Day, Arthur Ferguson and Bill Doersam. Visitation will be held two hours prior to service. Burial will follow at Maynard Cemetery in Wayne, W.Va. Proctorville VFW Post #6878 will conduct military honors. Condolences can be expressed to the family at www.schneiderhallfuneralhome.com.TRACY LAYNE "CATBIRD" WETHERALL
, 52, of Kenova, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2017, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Jamie Gump. Burial will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery, Huntington. He was born July 18, 1965, in Huntington, a son of Dolores Harless Wetherall and the late C.E. Wetherall. He was a truck driver. Additional survivors include his daughter and her husband, Lauren Wetherall and Jordan Lorea; grandchildren, Averie Wetherall and Aeris Lorea; brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Tammy Copley; sister and brother-in-law, Tana and Harold Lucas; and nieces and nephews, Desarai and Brittany Lambert, Darrell and Stacy Walters and Dennis Walters. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until service time on Monday at the Reger Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.ELIZABETH ROSE "BETTY" YORK
, 72, of Wayne, West Virginia, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2017 at St. Mary= s Medical Center. She was born June 20, 1945 at Dingess, W.Va., a daughter of the late Mervin and Hazel Johnson. Her husband William York also preceded her in death along with brothers Mervin Johnson and Raymond Jennings. She leaves behind two sons, David Lee York of Wayne, and Michael Ance York; three grandchildren, Michael James York, Joshua Williams York, and Megan Elizabeth Saxton; and a host of special friends too numerous to mention. Per her request, there will be no services. Johnson Tiller Funeral Home is honored to serve the York familyDELSIE MAYNARD
, 92, of Huntington, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on the evening of November 19, 2017, surrounded by her family. To know Delsie was to know that family was the most important thing to her, so her family was with her as she left this world to be welcomed into God's loving embrace. No amount of words could ever describe the love, care and kindness this family's matriarch held in her small body. Though small in stature, she has and always will carry a large place in her family's heart. She was born April 12, 1925, at Dunlow, W.Va., a daughter of the late Wayne and Fairabelle Maynard Copley. She was a homemaker and member of the Echo United Baptist Church. Her husbands, Hiram Henry Auxier and Dolphus J. Maynard, and brothers, Lawrence Copley and Bill Copley, sisters, Sadie Martin, Doris Blevins and infant Marie Copley, and son-in-law, Howard Maynard, also preceded her in death. Survivors include three daughters, Carolyn Maynard (Jesse) of Kenova, W.Va., Belinda Nelson (Roger) of Huntington, W.Va., and Rita Lanette Maynard of Fort Gay, W.Va.; two sons, George Wayne Auxier (Carolyn) of Crown City, Ohio, and Hiram Keith Auxier (Gaythel) of South Point, Ohio; two sisters, Wilda Mae Walden of Huntington, W.Va., and Rosalee Maynard of Dunlow, W.Va.; brother-in-law, Arthur Auxier; nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, November 24, 2017, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Elders Glen Kiah Williamson and Tommy Damron officiating. Burial will follow at the S.D. Copley Cemetery, Dunlow, W.Va. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time Friday at Morris Funeral Home.JAMES MARVIN HARDWICK
, 79, of Huntington, W.Va., went to meet the Lord on Nov. 19, 2017. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017, at Reger Funeral Chapel, Huntington, by Pastor Phillip Warren. Burial will follow at Crescent Hill Cemetery, Ceredo, W.Va. James was retired from Pilgrim Glass Company, a member of Prince of Peace Free Will Baptist Church and a former member of the WV Army National Guard. He was born February 17, 1938, in Wayne County, W.Va., the son of the late William and Grace Ferguson Hardwick. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sons, Tony Hardwick and Rick Blake. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Betty Hardwick; four children whom he loved dearly, Jimmy (Michelle), Tim (Terri) and Teresa (Tim), Jerry; nine grandchildren, Jimmy, Casey, Chris, Hannah, Adam, Tara, Victoria, Amber and Beth; 10 great-grandchildren and one on the way; and one brother, William Hardwick. James loved Marshall University football, Kentucky Wildcats basketball and Spring Valley football. He loved his wife and family. He never met a stranger and loved to talk and tell his stories. He was loved and will be missed. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017, at the Reger Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.HASTIE ADKINS SULLIVAN THACKER
, 98, of Proctorville, Ohio, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2017, at The Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington, W.Va. She was born September 3, 1919, in Wayne County, W.Va., daughter of the late Rev. Joseph and Polly Adkins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Cecil Sullivan in 1999 and Leo Thacker; three brothers, Hallie, Howard and Homer Adkins; three sisters, Tina Adkins, Hazel Schneider and Edna Baker; and son-in-law Larry Brown. She was a member of Lucinda United Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Wilma (James) Rucker of South Point, Ohio and Frances Brown of Proctorville, Ohio; one son, Junior (Connie) Sullivan of Proctorville, Ohio; four grandchildren, Kimberly (Deron) Carrico, Greg (Ashley) Sullivan, Kristen Rucker and Tony Brown; five great-grandchildren, Emily and Elizabeth Carrico, Tanner Brown, Macie and Andrew Sullivan; two siblings, Dorothy (Wetzel) Lester and Harvey (Winfred) Adkins; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio, by Rev. Eddie Salmons and Buford Love. Burial will follow in Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Ohio. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all her caregivers and the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall or ehallfuneralhome.com.JIMMY MERRITT, 61 of Wayne, WV, died Saturday, November 18, 2017 at United Hospital in Bridgeport, WV. He was born June 22, 1956 in Huntington, WV, a son of the Phyllis Mae Chinn Merritt of Huntington, WV, and the late Charlie Golden Merritt. Jimmy was a self-employed contractor and member of Canada Chapel. A sister, Benita Merritt also preceded him in death. Additional survivors include a daughter, Rachel Merritt of Wayne, WV; two brothers, Anthony Merritt and wife, Betty of Wayne, WV, Keith Merritt of Barboursville, WV; and a grandson, Jeremy Ramsey. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 25, 2017 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne with Pastor Johnny Jackson officiating. Burial will follow at the Jones Cemetery, East Lynn. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
IRENE PRITCHARD
, 59, of Kenova, WV went to be with her Lord on Sunday, November 19, 2017 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. She was born September 1, 1958 in Kenova, WV to the late parents Arnold Scarberry and Mary Etta (Castle) Scarberry. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Pritchard Sr. In addition to her husband and parents Irene was preceded in death by her siblings, Eugene Scarberry, Arnold Scarberry, Raymond Scarberry, Harold Scarberry and Louise Scarberry. She leaves behind to mourn her loss, her children, Junnie Scarberry (Angela) and Donald Pritchard II (Kayla); her sister, Helen Robertson; grandchildren, Sadie Pritchard, Kimmy Scarberry, Justin Scarberry, and Tyler Scarberry, and a host of family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Ceredo-Kenova Funeral Home with Pastor Rod Justice officiating. Family will welcome friends at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at McCoy Cemetery, Catlettsburg, KY. Online condolences may be expressed to family below.REV. WILLIE "BILL" McCLELLAN
, 88, of Ranger, W.Va., widower of Velma McClellan and Winnie Ruth McClellan, died Nov. 19, 2017 at home. He was an assistant pastor of Cove Gap United Baptist Church. Funeral service will be noon Saturday, Cove Gap United Baptist Church, Kiahsville; burial in Webb Cemetery, Ranger, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at the church. Arrangements by Freeman Funeral Home, Chapmanville, W.Va.DELSIE MAYNARD
, 92, of Huntington, WV, went to be with the Lord on the evening of November 19, 2017 surrounded by her family. To know Delsie was to know that family was the most important thing to her, so her family was with her as she left this world to be welcomed into God= s loving embrace. No amount of words could ever describe the love, care and kindness this family= s matriarch held in her small body. Though small in stature, she has and always will carry a large place in her family= s heart. She was born April 12, 1925 at Dunlow, WV, a daughter of the late Wayne and Fairabelle Maynard Copley. She was a homemaker and member of the Echo United Baptist Church. Her husbands, Hiram Henry Auxier and Dolphus J. Maynard, and brothers Lawrence Copley and Bill Copley, sisters Sadie Martin, Doris Blevins and infant Marie Copley, and son-in-law Howard Maynard also preceded her in death. Survivors include three daughters, Carolyn Maynard (Jesse) of Kenova, WV, Belinda Nelson (Roger) of Huntington, WV, and Rita Lanette Maynard of Fort Gay, WV; two sons, George Wayne Auxier (Carolyn) of Crown City, OH, and Hiram Keith Auxier (Gaythel) of South Point, OH; two sisters, Wilda Mae Walden of Huntington, WV and Rosalee Maynard of Dunlow, WV; brother-in-law, Arthur Auxier; nine grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, and fifteen great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 24, 2017 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, WV, with Elders Glen Kiah Williamson and Tommy Damron officiating. Burial will follow at the S. D. Copley Cemetery at Dunlow, WV. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time Friday at Morris Funeral Home.JAMES BURCH " FLOP"
MARCUM, 82, of Laurel Creek Louisa went home to be with the Lord on November 20, 2017. James was born Feb. 9, 1935 at Webb, WV the son of the late James and Minnie Whitt Marcum. He was a retired railroader and coal miner. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wives Nannie Hammond Marcum who died in 2010 and Sharon Endicott Marcum who died in 2016, a granddaughter Kristi Blevins and siblings Betty Pope, Julius, Arnold Lee, Tom, and Frank Marcum. He was also a member of the New Friendship Church. Survivors include a daughter Pamela (Ishmael) Johnson of Fort Gay, WV; a son Wayne (Crystal) Marcum of Louisa; a stepson Paul David Endicott of Vero Beach, FL; two step daughters Donna (Jerry Jones) Gilbert of Cynthiana, KY and Roberta Blevins of Wayne, WV; a brother Roy A Tick@ Marcum of Columbus, OH; three sisters Flornie (Rondal) Preston also of Columbus, Melvie Endicott of Paintsville, KY, and Ruth Marcum of Columbus, OH, five grandchildren Caleb, Bobby, Shelby, Trevor, and Joshua, and a great granddaughter Madelynn. Funeral services will be held on Sunday Nov. 26, 2017 at 11:00 am at the New Friendship Church with Elder John Goble and Rev. Michael Horn officiating. Burial will follow in the Church of God in Christ Jesus Cemetery Fort Gay, WV. Friends may visit the family any time after 5:00 pm Friday and until time of services on Sunday at the church. Care has been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home.EUNICE TAYLOR
, 89, of Lavalette, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at the Wyngate Senior Living Community. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Larry Skidmore on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 1 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at Rome-Proctorville Cemetery, Proctorville, Ohio. Eunice was born on May 30, 1928 in East McDowell, Ky., to the late Bert and Maudie Hall. She was a retired Wayne County school teacher having taught at Lavalette Elementary School with 17 years of service. She was a member of Shoals Missionary Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband John B. Taylor; a son, Randall B. Taylor; five brothers, Vernice B., Adrian Lee, Sternley George, James Marley, and Floyd; and three sisters, Irmal, Opal, and Vivian Raye. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Gary (Judy) Taylor of Huntington, and Jeffrey "Jeff" (Letitia) Taylor of North Augusta, S.C.; one grandchild, Katherine "Katie" Taylor of North Augusta, S.C.; and a sister, Nannie Marie Stephenson of Plano, TX. Friends may call from noon until service time on Saturday at the Reger Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.BILLY JESS ADKINS
, 82, of Columbus, Ohio, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on November 21, 2017, at Riverside Methodist Hospital with his wife holding his hand. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2017, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Johnny Jackson officiating. Burial will follow at Spurlock Cemetery, Wayne. He was born July 15, 1935, to the late Strother and Blanche Adkins. Billy worked as a floor wall mechanic at South Western Tile & Marble Company and belonged to Local #200, Carpenters Union for 30 years. One of his passions was singing in The Adkins Brothers gospel quartet for over 20 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Hazel Jackson, Virginia Dickerson, Janeda Adkins and Betty Adkins; five brothers, Bernard, Beldon, Raymond, Wilson, and Jack Adkins. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Hazel Mae Adkins; two daughters, Denise Newland of Delaware, Ohio, Delana Adkins of Columbus, Ohio; three sons, Gregory Adkins of Columbus, Ohio, Dana Adkins (Jodi) of Hilliard, Ohio, Dale Adkins of Columbus, Ohio; two sisters, June Adams of Centerburg, Ohio, Annagene Adkins of Wayne; two brothers, George Adkins of Wayne, Asbury Adkins of Columbus, Ohio; 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, November 27, 2017. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Red Cross Hurricane Maria Victims.DREMA SUE SMITH
, 66, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away at home on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. She was born on November 26, 1950, in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of John Charles Smith and Margaret Lillian Black. She was a housekeeper for Mildred Mitchell Bateman Hospital. She leaves behind her daughter, Donna Sue Cox (Merle); her grandchildren, John Paul Michael Wilson and Jessica Lynn Wilson McKee Nerosa; and her great-grandchildren, Jenesis Marie Clem and Caleb Paul Nerosa. Also surviving are her brother, Gary Lee Smith (Connie); and her nieces, Latonnya Stepp and Ronica Barretto. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ceredo-kenovafuneralhome.com.DOUGLAS FRANKLIN BIAS
, 83, of Barboursville, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2017. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 2017, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Rev. David Cardwell. Burial will be in Baylous Cemetery. He was born March 31, 1934, in Wayne County, a son of the late Bernie and Lovie Cook Bias. He was also preceded in death by one brother, William Bias; baby sister, Stella Louie; and special friend, Cora Spence. He is survived by two sisters, Iris Roe and Flo Thompson; one brother and sister-in-law, Bernie Wayne and Barbara Bias; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be after 1 p.m. Sunday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville.DORCAS MARIE MILLER HALE
, 82, of Prichard, W.Va., passed away Thursday, November 23, 2017, in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, November 27, 2017, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova with Brother Clayton Sturgill and Minister Darrell Brewer officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Memorial Gardens in South Point, Ohio. Dorcas was born January 19, 1935, in Wayne Co., a daughter of the late Erastus and Lily Mae Mills Miller. She was a Retired Selector from Owens-Illinois. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by two sisters, Meda Delores Marshall and Lily Mae "June" Raines. Survivors include four sons and two daughters-in-law, Terry Hale, Carl Hale (Teresa), David Hale and Jeff Hale (Mary); five grandsons, Chade, Cade, Casey Hale and Michael Sowder and Tim Sowder; three granddaughters, Susan, Nikki and Tasha; and nine great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include one sister, Jennie McGinnis (James), and one brother, Lonnie Miller (Judy). The family wishes to send sincere appreciation to Hospice Home Health and the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Friends may call from noon-2 p.m. Monday, November 27, 2017, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.LORETTA LEE PERRY
, 78, of Kenova, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2017, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington. Visitation will begin at 12 p.m. Sunday, November 26, followed by funeral services at 1:30 p.m. conducted by Pastor Randall Robertson at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. Burial will follow at John Perry Cemetery. Loretta was born December 19, 1938, in Wayne County, the daughter of the late Elias Lee and Marie Pratt Perry. In addition to her parents, five brothers and five sisters preceded her in death. Loretta was married to Alva Perry who also preceded her in death. Surviving is sister, Phyllis Caudill; one son, Jeffrey D. Perry (Lisa); two grandsons, Hunter Perry and Chris Adkins (Michelle); one great-granddaughter, Devyn Adkins; a special niece and nephew, Sheila and Bob Perry; and her loving caregiver, Denitta Wroblewski. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Kenova and was a graduate of Ceredo-Kenova High School. She was the foundation of our family through her boundless kindness and giving. She took care of her mother and husband in their time of need. Loretta was a loving mother, wife, grandmother and homemaker. Loretta loved working in her flower garden and watching the birds and wildlife frolic outside. The love of her life was her grandson, Hunter. Loretta loved to fix Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner and have her family around her to share all the special times in her life. Her grand dog, Macy, was also a special part of her life. Loretta had a life well lived, loving everything and everyone around her. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice of Huntington.ROBERT DANIEL WHEELER
, 94, of Kenova, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2017, in the Huntington Health & Rehabilitation Center. Funeral service will be conducted 3 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2017, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova, with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. He was born August 11, 1923, in Huntington, a son of the late Roy and Ona Daniels Wheeler. He was a retired Polisher from Houdaille and a member of the First Independent Missionary Baptist Church. He was also a veteran having served his country in the U.S. Army during WW II. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Frances Sloan Wheeler; three sisters and two brothers. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Kay Frazier (Milford) of Kenova; one son and daughter-in-law, Daniel Wheeler (Judy) of Kenneth City, Fla.; one granddaughter and her spouse, Kelly Light (Dale) of St. Pete, Fla.; three grandsons and their spouses, Terry Frazier (Laura) of Kenova, Mark Wheeler (Debbie) of St. Pete, Fla., and John Frazier (Kim) of Kenova. Additional survivors include one sister, Margaret Adkins of Prichard, W.Va.; one brother, Bill Wheeler of Wheelersburg, Ohio; three great-granddaughters; three great-grandsons and seven great-great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2017, at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.NORMA LEE CLAY
, 88, of Wayne, W.Va., went to be with her Heavenly Father, Saturday, November 25, 2017, after a hard-fought battle, from breast cancer. She was born April 8, 1929 to Maggie Jane Stephens Thompson and Norman Thompson. Norma was a member of Laurel Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Clay and son Hubert Leo Clay; two sisters, Esther Thompson Miller, Jean Thompson Spence; one brother, Clyde Thompson; and a great-granddaughter, Marissa Motz. Survivors include a sister, Doris Rockwell of Georgia; a daughter, Linda Clay Tomblin and husband Robert K. of Huntington; two sons, George Clay and wife Terene Stroud Clay, Norman Leonard "Joe" Clay and wife Brenda of Wayne; eight grandchildren, Steven Tomblin and wife Brandy and Matthew Tomblin of Huntington, Angela Maynard of Wayne, Tina Motz and husband Todd of Huntington, Tony Clay and wife Cala of Wayne, and Andy Dobbs; two step-grandsons, Andy Pinson and wife Jerri and Chad Pinson and wife Alyssa; eight great-grandchildren, Austin Tomblin, Nathaniel, Shelby and Nicholas Maynard, Makayla Motz, Graysen, Preslie and Linzie Pinson; a special sister-in-law, Eadris Clay; and numerous nieces and nephews. Norma Lee was well-known for years of devoted love and care to her family, love of God, and her talent for creating beautiful homemade quilts and crafts. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2017, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Pastor Jerry Casteel, Elder Garland Perry and Elder Tony Clay. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, W.Va. The family would like to thank her faithful caregiver and friend, Vickie Hensley and the staff at Huntington Health and Rehabilitation, along with Dr. Cynthia Pinson. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.ERNIE DALE MORGAN
, 67, of Wilsondale, WV went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at Turkey Creek Church, Wilsondale, with Brothers Emanuel Ferguson and George Nelson officiating. Burial will follow at the Stroud Cemetery, Wilsondale, WV. He was born on February 20, 1950 in Huntington, WV a son of the late Chester and Ida Marcum Morgan. Ernie worked as a security guard for Argus Energy and was a member of Turkey Creek Church. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three sisters, Martha Morgan, Ella Metz, and Helen Pace. Survivors include his loving wife of 35 years, Shirlene Robinson Morgan; three daughters, Jessica Stroud and husband Troy of Dunlow, WV, Shawna Morgan of Wilsondale, WV, and Marlenea Brand and husband Michael of Barboursville, WV; one brother, Roy Morgan and wife Myrtle of Columbus, Ohio; Edna Copley, whom he referred to as his A adopted@ mom; and his special friends, Ricky and Don Spaulding of Wilsondale, Ked Spaulding and Jenna Robinson both of Dunlow, WV and Carlos Spaulding of Huntington. Visitation will be held after 6:00 p.m. Tuesday at the church.EDGAR WENDELL MAY
, 95, of Huntington, a loving husband, father and grandfather went to be with the Lord November 25, 2017 with his family at his side. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, at 1 p.m. at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Dr. Larry Greene. Burial will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. He was born August 12, 1922, in Wayne County, the son of the late Waldeck and Norma McCloud May. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Beulah Crum May, and his second wife, Venus LeGrand May, as well as three sisters, Pauline Graves, Irene Ashworth and Louella Ashworth (all of Columbus, Ohio). He is survived by his son, Thomas W. May, and his daughter, Catherine Weiss of Huntington; four grandchildren, Karen Bishop (Mark), Beckie Nourse (Tim), Ed May II (Julie) and their mother Sandra May, all of Columbus, Ohio, and Amanda McComas (Josh) of Huntington; nine great-grandchildren, Matthew and Shawn Bishop, Samantha Snyder Stephens (Geoff), Emily and Sarah Snyder, Zachary May and Jackson, Ryan and Rachel McComas. Also surviving one sister, Mildred Thompson of Rensselaer, Ind., as well as two special nephews, Richard Crum of Spring Hill, Fla., and Jeffrey Crum of Juneau, Wis. As a member of the "Greatest Generation," Ed grew up working from a very early age at the Blatt Dairy Farm and moved with his family to Baltimore, MD, where he worked as a welder in a ship yard. He joined the Navy serving in the Pacific theater as a gunner during World War II and as a member of the Navy Reserve was called back to active duty during the Korean War. He operated his own auto body shop in Huntington for 57 years and was known as the best auto painter/body man in the area, never having to advertise, his work was his advertisement. He never met a stranger, and his honesty was one of his many outstanding traits that allowed him to be very successful in his business. He was a member of River Cities Community Church and loved to read the Bible, reading it from cover to cover many times. His favorite hobby was golf, which he played into his nineties. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until service time Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.JAMES PHILLIP ROBERTSON
, 66 of Ashland, KY formerly of Prichard, WV passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at King's Daughters Medical Center, Ashland, KY. He was a son of the late Willard Robertson and Mary Elizabeth Cyrus. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Harold Robertson, Don Robertson, George Robertson and Rhonda Robertson; He is survived by his son, Jacob Patrick Robertson (Shauna Bragg), and his daughter, Amanda Robertson Thompson-Adkins. Also surviving are his siblings: Neva Jean Moore, Peggy Ann Hatten (Wiley), Stella Wellman (John), Bonnie Staley (Bill), Naomi Castle (Jim), Teresa Robertson (Robert), Liz Simpson (Jeff), Homer Robertson, Jesse Robertson, Dave Robertson (Karen); his sister-in-law, Anita Robertson, his dear friends, Tina Prince (Alfre) and his grandchildren, Andreas Xavier Adkins, Kaylee Jace Robertson, Jaxon Prine Robertson and Kinley Rose Robertson. Condolences may be expressed to the family below.STEPHANIE JEWELL BLACK
, 42, of Kenova, died Nov. 26, 2017 in St. Mary's Medical Center. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio; burial will follow in Miller (Ohio) Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be one hour before service Thursday at the funeral home.DAVID LEE CROCKETT
, 38, of Kenova, WV passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at Prichard, WV. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne with Pastor Jack Marcum officiating. Burial will follow at Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova, WV. He was born on May 29, 1979 at Huntington, WV a son of Charles Crockett of Ranger, WV and Betty Chaney Westfall and husband Jeremy of Sutton, WV. He previously worked at A1 Construction. Survivors include his loving spouse of 22 years, Sharon Louise Nalley; two sons, David Lee Crockett, Jr. and Trinity George Nalley both of Kenova; two sisters, Brenda and Amber Dyer both of Sutton, WV; two brothers, Charles Crockett, Jr. of Sutton and Johnny Crockett and wife Amy of Gassaway, WV; and a host of extended family members and friends. Visitation will be held from noon until service time on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Morris Funeral Home to assist with burial expenses.JOANN SPENCE
, 77, of Wayne, W.Va., passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017, at her residence. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, December 1, 2017, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., with Brother Jack Marcum officiating. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne. She was born January 12, 1940, at Kiahsville, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ira and Pansy Lee Counts McCoy. Joann was a retired teacher for the Wayne County Board of Education. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Jack McCoy and Ronnie McCoy; a sister, Jewell Boffo; and sister-in-law, "Sis" McCoy. Survivors include her daughter, Johnna Lee Spence of Richmond, Va.; her son, Carlos Jeffrey Spence of Wayne, W.Va.; a brother, Jim McCoy of Louisville, Ky.; a sister-in-law, Sharon McCoy of Huntington, W.Va.; a granddaughter, Samantha Lee Johnson; and was loved by a host of cousins, nieces and nephews. Friends may call one hour prior to services Friday at Morris Funeral Home.CHARLOTTE ULLOM
, 85, of Huntington, died Sunday, November 26, 2017, at St. Mary's Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2017, at the Reger Funeral Home, by her two sons-in-law, B.K. Marshall and Dan Black. Burial will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville, W.Va. Charlotte was born on August 31, 1932, in Genoa, W.Va., to the late Charles and Eva Shelby Holland Sr. As well as being a loving mother, she was a devoted wife, working side-by-side with her husband of 58 years in several businesses, before finally selling their last, Miller Drug, and retiring. They continued to spend every day together, watching sports, getting their noon cappuccino and enjoying donuts. In the last few years, Charlotte endured some serious health issues but always kept fighting, even graduating from Hospice. She has been blessed by meeting many wonderfully caring health care workers and new friends along the way. She was and we are forever grateful to them. Donations may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Ullom; one brother, Charles Holland Jr.; and three sisters, Reba Hatten, Bertie Holland, Nada McKenzie. Charlotte is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Kim and Dan Black of Dublin, Ohio, Kelley and BK Marshall of Kenova, W.Va.; grandchildren, Noah and Ian Black, Zach, Austin and Shannon Marshall; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Steve Collins and Janet Collins; one sister and brother-in-law, Garnet and Robert Bryant of Ceredo, W.Va.; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from noon until service time on Thursday at the Reger Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.MAJOR EUGENE FRANKLIN ANDERSON II
, 66, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away Monday, November 27, 2017, at Northside Hospital Forsyth in Cumming, Georgia. Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Friday, December 1, 2017, at Hillcrest Cemetery, Kenova, with Pastor Jim Richards officiating and the American Legion Post 93 Honor Guard conducting military rites. He was born July 1, 1951, in Cherry Point, N.C., a son of Robert and Evelyn Anderson. He retired from the U.S. Army as a Major in Air Defense Artillery after 20 years of service. As a Marshall alum, he later worked for SunTrust Bank for 20 years and retired as a Senior Executive. In addition to his parents, he is also survived by his beloved wife, Pamela Anderson; one son, Christopher Anderson (Monica); two daughters, Jennifer Anderson (Timothy Ramey) and Marilu Megret; one brother, John Anderson; one sister, Roberta Miller; and a granddaughter, Sophia Megret. There will be no visitation. Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.PAMELA KAY BLANKENSHIP
, 63, of Wayne, mother of Parker Earp, died Nov. 27, 2017 at home. At her request, there will be no services. Johnson Tiller Funeral Home, Wayne, is assisting her family.I was the child of Jay and Jean Blankenship, now deceased. They were two wonderful people I was fortunate enough to know. I had two brothers who have predeceased me, Chuck Leibee and Paul D. Blankenship (Diane). These were two men with whom I found love and laughter and wish there had been more time to experience more with them. They were truly admirable men. My heart, my son, Parker Earp (Keysha) taught me to be a more loving human being and mother to him in a way I would not have learned otherwise. I listened to this child and young man, and I know that we were fortunate to have found one another. May you take this bonding further into your life and enjoy what we experienced and share that experience with others. My love and best friend, David Taylor, without whom this adventure would have been very difficult. The selfless, caring, and confident manner he bestowed upon me was so comforting. I know we will find each other again and resume what we share forever. I had two siblings, Joann (David) Blankenship and Mike (Mary) Blankenship, and we three, together, made the Three Musketeers. We will stay strong. Jody and Mike, please take care of each other, I
' ll be waiting for you. I need to mention my cousin, Susan Leibee, as she has been by my side for the past several years with a wealth of information and emotional support. Her latest encouragement led me to Hospice of Huntington. I cannot thank them enough for their help. There will be no funeral services. At this time I would appreciate any donations to Hospice of Huntington to help them continue their good works, and as you know me, any donation to an animal rescue or shelter would be greatly appreciated. I will only say if it= s not lights out, then I am continuing on a grand adventure.REV. EMMETT BLANKENSHIP SR.
, 77, of Pomeroy, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2017, at the Arbors of Pomeroy. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, December 2, 2017, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova, with Pastor Jim Williams officiating. Interment will follow in Ceredo Crescent Hill Cemetery. He was born July 4, 1940, in Holden, W.Va., a son of the late Richard and Rachel Ramey Blankenship. Emmett enjoyed hunting, fishing and keeping bees. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Pearl Staton Blankenship; daughter, Joana Lynn Blankenship; and four brothers, Aubrey, Audley, Curtis and Kermit. Survivors include his four children, Emmett Blankenship Jr. (Kay) of Crown City, Ohio, Michael Blankenship (Sherry) of Kenova, W.Va., Rosa Lee Hale of Kenova, W.Va., and Joshua Blankenship (Sarah) of Cheshire, Ohio; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, December 2, 2017, at Rollins Funeral Home, Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.RANDALL FRASHER
, 68, of Fort Gay, WV passed away Thursday, November 30, 2017 at Three Rivers Medical Center. Mr. Frasher was born April 22, 1949 to the late Lucian and Elizabeth (Bartram) Frasher. He is survived by his wife Betty Frasher; children Tammy (Robert) Branham and Jamie (Becky) Frasher; and grandchildren Kaitlyn Branham and Jacob Branham. Graveside funeral services will be conducted Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 1:00 PM at Frasher Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, December 2, 2017 beginning at Noon in the Young Funeral Home Chapel. Young Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.youngfuneralhomeinc.comNARIE JANE RUNYON
, 85, of Huntington, W.Va., died November 30, 2017, at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Sunday, December 3, 2017, at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne, W.Va., by Rev. Oscar Perry. Burial will follow at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne, W.Va. She was born May 30, 1932, in Kiahsville, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ralph Copley and Miriam Jones Clark. Narie was retired from Stone & Thomas, where she worked in gift wrapping and as a shipping clerk. Her husband, Henry Harrison Runyon, also preceded her in death, along with a daughter, Linda Runyon. Survivors include five daughters, Peggy Ledsome (Paul) of Clayton, N.C., Karen Caldwell of Princeton, N.C., Sally Spencer (Russell) of Lavalette, W.Va., Annette McKee of Chesapeake, Ohio, Brenda Runyon of Huntington, W.Va.; two sisters, Orpha Keller of Iowa and Arlene Copley of Phoenix, Ariz.; nine grandchildren, Amy Steffins, George Bradshaw, Judy Miller, Johnny Mills, Brandi Spencer, Chris Spencer, Sarah Gad, Sherry Kepley and Keith McKee; and 20 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Morris Funeral Home, Wayne, W.Va. The family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors and staff at St. Mary's Medical Center, as well as the staff at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House.KENNETH RAY ROSS JR.
, " Boomer" , 34, of Kiahsville, WV passed away at home on Thursday, November 30, 2017. He was born on July 8th, 1983 to Kenneth and Wanda Ross of Kiahsville, WV. He was a former employee of the Wayne Department of Highways and held various mining jobs over the years. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Elmer and Palmeeda Ross; maternal grandparents, Wilburn Keith and Frances Keith; and a special friend, Lee Bob Fraley. Additional survivors include his beloved daughter, Kennedi Rae Ross of Lavalette, WV; one brother, James Keith (Elisha) of Olive Hill, KY; two sisters, Tammy Wallace of Phoenix, Arizona and Frances Palmeeda Ross of Kiahsville, WV; and special friend Scotty Napier of Kiahsville. He is also survived by several cousins, uncles, aunts, nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 8, 2017 at Freedom Freewill Baptist Church, Kiahsville with Pastor Earl Burgess officiating. Burial will follow at the Ross Wiley Cemetery, Kiahsville. Visitation will be held after 6:00 p.m. Thursday at the church.