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Obituary -- William Loftus Hines
HINES RITES HELD SUNDAY
Aged Farmer Succumbs Friday Following Short Illness
HINES Oct 25 -- Funeral services for Willaim L. Hines, 76 year old resident of this community were held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock by the Rev. Joe Smith of Rupert in the Amwell Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Amwell cemetery.
Hines died at his home on Friday, following a short illness.
He was a member of the Amwell Baptist Church and the Masonic lodge. The aged man, born in Rupert Spetember 28, 1866, was a farmer.
Surviving are the following children: Mrs. Della Moore, Hines; Mrs. Lena McClung, Snow Hill; Mrs. Cary Riley, St. Albans; Mrs. Ollie Young, Charleston; L. D. Hines, Fred Hines and Cecil Hines of Hines; and Joe Hines of Charmco. | Hines, William Loftus (I2711)
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Obituary -- William Lyle Smith
W. Lyle Smith, 60, 4019 San Juan Ave., died Tuesday.
Born in St. Mary's, W. Va., he had lived in Tampa for 26 years.
He was a Methodist and an instructor at the Pinellas County Vocational Technical Institute.
Survivors include his widow, Billie Smith, Tampa; son, George William Smith II, Leabue City, Tex., and sisters, Mrs. G. Elmer Sheffer, Emlenton, Pa., and Mrs. R. G. Campbell, Parkersburg, W. Va.
Tampa Tribune -- 9 Mar 1972 | Smith, William Lyle (I10500)
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Obituary -- William Oland Byus
BYUS -- On January 31, 1947, at United States Naval Hospital, Annapolis, CHIEF PETTY OFFICER WILLIAM OLAND BYUS, beloved husband of Lillian M. Byus (nee Peters), of 1536 North Bond Street.
Funeral services are to be held at H. Sander & Sons, North Avenue and Broadway, on Tuesday, at 8:15 A. M. Requiem High Mass at St. Paul's Church at 9 A. M. Interment in Baltimore National Cemetery. | Byus, William Oland (I13278)
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Obituary -- William Preston Zopp
William Preston Zopp, 75, died Sunday, Nov. 18, at his home.
Born Nov. 25, 1914 at Rupert, he was the son of the late Preston amd Sadie Moses Zopp.
Mr. Zopp was retired from the Department of Highways and was a member of the Big Clear Creek Baptist Church at Rupert.
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Jean Crane Zopp; a son, James Preston Zopp of Rupert; a grandson, Billy Ben Zopp of Rupert, and a granddaughter, Rebecca Zopp of Rupert.
Graveside services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the End of the Trail Cemeterywith the Rev. Vondie Cook officiating. | Zopp, William Preston (I457)
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Obituary -- William Theodore Hines
Hines, 69, Dies; Services Sunday
HINES (RNS) -- William Ted Hines, 69, of Hines died Thursday at his home after a short illness of an apparant heart attack.
Born Aug. 11, 1903, he was a son of the late William and Minnie Zopp Hines.
He was a lifelong resident of Hines and was a member of the Beaver Creek Baptist Church and was a retired coal operater and farmer.
Survivors include his wife, Pauline Crane Hines; five daughters, Mrs. Shannon McClung of Lewisburg, Mrs. King Pettry of Dayton, Ohio, Mrs. Charles Lewis and Mrs. Nick Lewis, both of Charleston, and Mrs. David Green of Gosport, Ind.; two sons, William Theodore Jr. of Thornsville, Ohio, and Richard Gale , at home; four sisters, Mrs. Della Moore of Hines, Mrs, Lena McClung of Snowhill, Mrs. Carrie Riley of St. Albans and Mrs. Olive Young of Charleston; three brothers, Cecil of Hines, Joe of Rupert and Fred of Canvas; 18 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Service will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Wallace and Wallace Funeral Home in Rainelle with Rev. Leroy Crane and Rev. Harold Flint in charge. Burial will be in End of the Trail Cemetery in Clintonville. | Hines, William Theodore Sr. (I609)
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Obituary -- William Theodore Lindemann
William Theodore Lindemann, 88, of Clermont, FL passed away under the care of Cornerstone Hospice and in the presence of his family the morning of March 22, 2014.
Bill was born on July 26, 1925 in Norfolk, VA to Carl Johann Lindemann and Stella Burns Lindemann. He was preceeded in death by his parents and his wives, Martha Wilson Bradley, Aretta Webb Lindemann, and Diana Burgess Lindemann. He is survived by his brothers Robert B. Lindemann (Pat) of Norfolk, VA and CJ Lindemann of Norfolk, VA; daughters Martha L. Krehely (Don) of Pensacola, FL, Marianne V. Lindemann of Leesburg, FL, and Susan L. Nelson of Clermont, FL; granddaughters Carla E. Krehely of Kennesaw, GA, and Jamie L. Nelson of Land O' Lakes, FL; grandsons Donald E. Krehely, Jr. of Pensacola, FL; Michael A. Krehely of Gretna, LA and Russell C. Nelson of Orlando, FL; great-grandson William C. Krehely of Pensacola, FL; great-granddaughters Madeline M. Krehely of Gretna, LA and Elizabeth J. Krehely of Pensacola, FL as well as numerous nieces and nephews, 5 step-children and their families, and a host of great friends.
He proudly served in the Navy during World War II as a Storekeeper on an aircraft carrier. After his discharge he attended and graduated from Virginia Tech (VPI) in 1951 with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He subsequently took courses at Old Dominion College (University) and the University of Virginia in Real Estate Appraisals.
From the time of his graduation from Virginia Tech until his death he was a Licensed Engineer in 22 states. He spent short periods of time as a loan officer and appraiser for Mortgage Investment Company in Virginia Beach, VA, Princess Anne Savings and Loan Association in Virginia Beach, VA and Norfolk Federal Savings and Loan Association in Norfolk, VA.
His principal occupation for many years has been as a Consulting Engineer but he was employed intermittently by companies such as General Contractors and Engineers, Norfolk, VA; Tennessee Valley Authority, Knoxville, TN and Arabian American Oil Company (ARAMCO), Saudi Arabia. His client list was vast and way too long to enumerate but think of him every time you pull into a McDonalds' in the Southeastern United States as there is a high probability that he inspected the structural steel or the poles and signage on the lot.
His family and friends will all miss his love, wise counsel and dedication to their wellbeing. He will be sorely missed by his colleagues in business and engineering circles where he was admired and respected as the "go to person" for his total knowledge of civil engineering designs, principles and practices.
Funeral Services for Mr. Lindemann will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, March 29, 2014 at Family Christian Center, 2500 South Hwy 27, Clermont. Deacon Don Krehely officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, Clermont. | Lindemann, William Theodore (I8983)
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Obituary -- Wilma Jean Cadle Majors
Wilma Jean Majors, age 79, was born October 14, 1942 in Rupert, West Virginia.
She moved with her parents Boyd & Melda Cadle & sister, LuQuita to Birmingham, AL and then to West Blocton, AL where she was part of the West Blocton Senior Class of 1961.
"Jean" as she preferred to be called, moved to Hamilton, AL with her family in 1977. She was an avid lover of yard sales, flea markets, and meeting new people. Jean started what became known as "Jean's Plunderin' Place", hosting sales practically every weekend for over 40 years in the Hamilton community.
Jean was an active member of Mt. Hope Baptist, Fairview Baptist, Grace Christian and Lakeview Holiness churches over her almost five decades in Hamilton. Jean loved to sing and was active in the special music and youth groups in each of her churches.
Jean is preceded in death by her parents, Boyd & Melda Cadle, and her husband, Bobby Majors. | Cadle, Wilma Jean (I12469)
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Obituary -- Xerdie Blaine McClung Shafer
KESSLER - Mrs. Xerdie Blaine Shafer, 76, of Kessler, died Friday in a Clifton Forge, Va., hospital.
She was a member of Big Clear Creek Baptist Church.
Surviving: son, Lon Gaylon of Frametown; daughters, Mrs. Edna Roland and Mrs. Lenora Mae Fleshman, both of Clintonville, Mrs. Mary Ethel Masters of Caldwell and Mrs. Anna Belle Cookof Kessler; brother Calvin McClung of Quinwood,; 16 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren.
Service will be 11 a. m. Monday in Smathers Funeral Home, Rainelle, with the Rev. Leroy Crane and the Rev. P. E. Orndorff offciating. Burial wil be in Family Cemetery, Kessler. | McClung, Xerdie Blaine (I4948)
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Obituary -- Zada Mae Crookshanks
Zada Mae Crookshanks, 97, of Sewell Mountain, Rainelle, took the hand of Jesus and went to her eternal home, Monday, September 9, 2019, following a long illness.
Born July 4, 1922, on Big Sewell Mountain, she was the daughter of the late Matt and Betty Ann Crookshanks Sanford.
Mae was a member of the Big Sewell Baptist Church, where she played the piano for many years. She worked at the old tent factory in Rainelle; the Hanover Shoe factory in Summersville; canned the fruits of her husband’s garden, often times for friends. She was a hardworking homemaker who enjoyed cleaning and mowing with a push mower. Mae was not only hardworking, she was so creative, playing mandolin and guitar, along with the piano; and writing poetry.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 70 years, William Steward Crookshanks , her son Don William Crookshanks; 2 grandchildren Carolyn Annette and Kevin Michael Crookshanks; and her 12 siblings.
Survivors include 1 son Mike Crookshanks (Deborah) of Lewisburg; 3 daughters Peggy Hudson of Hiawassee, Georgia, Shirley Hudson (Dave) of Mentor, Ohio, and Nancy Kaminski (Frank) Sewell Mountain; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 13, at Smathers Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Kermit Hunter officiating.
Burial will follow in the Sims Cemetery on Loops Road. | Sanford, Zada Mae (I7526)
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Obituary --- Teresa Lee Williams Brown
Teresa Lee Brown, 74, of Meadow Bridge, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019, in the Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, Fairlea, following a long illness.
Born October 18, 1944, in Nicholas County, she was the daughter of the late Everette and Pauline Vandall Williams.
Teresa worked at the Lamp Post Restaurant; Fast Check Grocery Store; Dairy Queen; the Airport Restaurant; and the Stone Hearth Restaurant. She loved quilting! Teresa was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother Howard Williams.
Survivors include her son John Groves and wife Nikita of Meadow Bridge; 3 brothers Les Williams, Kenneth Dale Wiliams (Judy), and Lovell Williams (Virginia), all of Meadow Bridge; 4 grandchildren Celeste, Derek, and Adam Groves, and Mikey Darnell; 4 great-grandchildren Brantley, Cole, Jackson, and Dillon; and a host of extended family and friends.
A graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 3, in the Brown Cemetery at Crag with Pastor Roger Thornton, Jr. officiating.
As Teresa requested, there will be no visitation. | Williams, Teresa Lee (I4800)
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Obituary --Alma May Burns
CHARLESTON - Alma M. Burns, 86, of Charleston died Nov. 4, 2002.
Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston.
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Obituary --Annabel Phillips Burns
Annabel Phillips Burns of Lewisburg, formerly of Charleston, passed away August 6, 2015.
She was born in Bidwell, Gallia Co., Ohio on January 31, 1922 to Fred and Nelle McCarley Phillips, who preceded her in death, as did her husband of 64 years Leslie L. Burns, sister Willanelle Burke, brother Laurence E. Phillips and great grandson Austin Abbitt.
She is survived by two daughters, ..., six grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, and three great, great grandchildren.
She graduated valedictorian from Dunbar High School and also graduated from Charleston School of Commerce. In later years she attended the University of Charleston. She was a member of Baptist Temple in Charleston and led the bible study for her Women's Circle for more than 20 years.
She held memberships in Sunrise Art Museum, Huntington Museum of Art, Berry Hills Country Club and was an associate member of Women's Kanawha Literary Club.
She enjoyed traveling, ballroom dancing, tennis, golf and gardening.
A memorial service will be held in the Chapel of Baptist Temple in Charleston at 11:00am on August 29th. A graveside service will be held at the Calvary Methodist Church Cemetery on Rt. 60, Richlands, Lewisburg at 4:00pm on August 29th. | Phillips, Annabel (I10442)
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Obituary --Mittie Bernice Kenney Burns
Mrs. Mittie Burns, 93, of Charleston died Sept. 12, 1986, in Arthur B. Hodges Nursing Center after a long illness.
She was a member of Bream Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Surviving: sons, Howard J. Jr. and James L., both of Charleston; daughter, Alma M. Burns of Charleston; sister, Mrs. Texie Smith of Akron, Ohio; two grandchildren.
Service will be 2 p.m. Monday at Wilson Funeral Home, Charleston, with the Rev. J. Robert Booker officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park.
Published: The Charleston Gazette, Saturday, September 13, 1986
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Obituary for Bessie Jane Crookshanks Kenney
Bessie Jane Crookshanks Kenney, 89, formerly of Ravenswood, slipped away peacefully, Friday Oct 6, 2017, at Hospice of St. Francis in Titusville, FL following a long battle with Alzheimers.
Born Oct. 9, 1927, on Loops Road near Rainelle, she was the daughter of Lee and Nellie Sims Crookshanks.
She graduated from Montgomery High School in 1946 and moved with sister Katherine to Washington DC to work at the Federal Bureau of Printing & Engraving making 20 dollar bills. She left DC and married in 1950, moved with her husband and 2 girls to Ravenswood in 1958.
Bessie was a homemaker and a talented seamstress. She was always willing to help and could accomplish anything she put her mind to.
Bessie attended Cedar Run United Methodist Church and was active in her Barr Run Road Community keeping the neighbors supplied with fruits and vegetables from her garden.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Orval “Tip” Kenney; her brother Leeson Crookshanks of Rainelle; and 2 sisters Katherine Munn of Maryland and Glenna Walker of Danese.
Survivors include 3 daughters Vivian (Jay) Heavner of Cocoa Florida, Joy Fletcher of Ridgeland, Mississippi, and Regina (Matt) Cunningham of Gold Hill North Carolina; 7 grandchildren Mark (Leah) of Greenville, South Carolina, Andrew, Jared, Sarah (Ben Bliss) Heavner, all of Cocoa Florida, Devon (Greg) Wojcikewych of Richmond, Virginia, Darcy (Darren) Keel of Marietta Georgia, and Cole Cunningham of Gold Hill, North Carolina; 7 great-grandchildren Elsa, Audie, and Harrison Wojcikewych, Colin and future baby girl Keel, and Clara and Madeline Bliss; 2 sisters Gladys Redden of Clarksville, Georgia and Shirley Crookshanks of Oviedo, Florida; and a host of extended family and friends.
Services will be 1pm Saturday, Oct. 14th, at Smathers Funeral Chapel, 675 Main Street, Rainelle, West Virginia, 25962 with Pastor John Wyatt officiating. Burial will follow in the Sims Cemetery on Loops Road, Rainelle. | Crookshanks, Bessie Jane (I5192)
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Obituary for Betty Alice Cox
Betty Alice Javins Cox was born on September 9, 1947 and passed on November 4, 2017 after a long battle with heart issues and dementia. She was the daughter of the late Dilford and Belvia Javins.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Loren W Cox, a sister, Margaret Javins, and brothers Eugene, Charles Dale and Ronnie Javins.
She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, James W "Jim" Cox, sons, Curtis E Cox (Sandra), J Kevin Cox (Kimberly) and John Adam Cox. Siblings: Carolyn Smith, William Javins (Jane), Loretta Holstein (Orville), Frank Javins, Ralph Javins, Barbara Mullins (Richard). Grand Children: Samantha Cox (Jason Grubb), Heather Cox, Corey Cox and Karissa Cox. Great Grandchildren: Laila Cox, Landon Kelly, and Axton Grubb and many nieces and nephews.
Betty worked as a waitress at Shoneys in Charleston and was employed by Isratex in Rainelle as well as a house wife and loving mother to four sons. She was warm loving woman with many friends that will miss her sweet smile.
There will be a memorial service at the Rainelle Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 781 James River & Kanawha Turnpike on Saturday, Nov 11 at 1:00pm.
There will be another memorial service in the Meadow Bridge Community Building on Sunday, November 12 at 2:00pm to meet and share memories with her family and friends.
Her life began in Boone County where she grew up and she lived her life in Charleston, Ashford, Wallback, Newton, Meadow Bridge and Rainelle WV. | Javins, Betty Alice (I1560)
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Obituary for Carl DuBois Murphy
Carl D. Murphy, 81, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2017 peacefully at his home in Derwood, MD.
Born July 27, 1935 in Washington, DC he was the son of the late George D. Murphy and Corrine E. Murphy and husband of the late Helen Maureen Murphy (nee Cox); Brother of the late Norman Leroux, late Juanita Leroux (Fletcher), and late Gordon Leroux.
Carl was a Sergeant in the Army and a Navy Civilian for 25 years and a member of the Olney Church of Christ. He was a former Vice Commander of the American Legion Post 68 of Brookeville, MD.
He enjoyed family, music and model railroading.
Survivors include his daughter WindyJoy Majumdar and husband Arun of Alexandria, VA and son C. DuBois Murphy Jr. and wife Janice of Glenwood, MD; grandchildren George Murphy, Amelia Decker and husband Thomas, and Mary Murphy.
Friends may call at Wallace & Wallace Chapel, Rupert, WV, on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from 1-2 pm. Graveside service will be 2:30 p.m.. at the Cox Family Cemetery, Meadow Bridge, WV. Burial will immediately follow. | Murphy, Carl DuBois Sr. (I1543)
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Obituary for Carrington Taylor Brackenrich
It is with great sadness the parents of Carrington Taylor Brackenrich share the passing of their deeply loved son. Carrington passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 19, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Those left to cherish his memories are his parents Kelly and Darrell Brackenrich, his brother Christian and his loyal companion Phoenix. His loving family includes grandparents Charles Dixon, Jerri and Donnie Dowdy, Patricia Brackenrich and JD and Sandra Brackenrich. He was loved dearly by his aunts, uncles and many other loving family and friends.
Carrington loved working with animals and truly believed animals were kinder than humans. He had loved working at the Greenbrier County Humane Society and his current job at Club Fetch in Charlotte North Carolina. Carrington’s passions included music of all types, nature and most of all making others laugh. Carrington was never superficial but always true to himself and others.
We will celebrate Carrington’s life at Wallace and Wallace funeral home in Lewisburg WV Saturday, August 25, 2018. We will share precious memories with all his friends and family starting at 1:15 pm and services starting at 2:15 pm. | Brackenrich, Carrington Taylor (I4380)
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Obituary for Charlotte Deitz
Charlotte Armentrout Deitz, age 88, of Millboro, VA went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at the Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville.
Born March 23, 1920 in Bath County, Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Frederick Porter Armentrout and Mary Edith Williams Armentrout.
She was a contract U. S. Mail Carrier for forty-six and a half years and was co-owner and operator of Deitz Shopping Center in Millboro Springs, Virginia. She was a member of Millboro Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday School.
She had a great love for gardening and growing flowers and was a devoted grandmother and great grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, James Armentrout, and three sisters, Ruth Armentrout, Winnie Jones, and Virginia Weaver. She is survived by her husband of sixty-nine years, W. Harold Deitz, Sr. of Millboro, a daughter and son-in-law, Beatrice and Sonny Clark of Millboro, a son and daughter-in-law, Billy and Gloria Deitz of Millboro, two sisters, Patsy Glick of Lexington and Jane P. Shanks and husband Meredith of Westminster, MD, eight grandchildren, Johnny Clark, Ronny Clark, Buddy Clark, Bobby Clark, Larry Clark, Charolette Lotts, Dutch Deitz, and Robert Deitz, nineteen great grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Funeral Service will be conducted on Sunday at 3:00 PM in Windy Cove Cemetery in Millboro Springs with Reverend John Haney officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be the grandchildren of Mrs. Deitz. There will be no formal visitation. However, friends may call anytime at the home of Billy and Gloria Deitz, 72 Hileman Lane, Millboro and will be welcome to join the family at Millboro Presbyterian Church following the service. | Armentrout, Charlotte Williams (I9093)
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Obituary for Dessell Patterson Spade Puckett
Dessell W. Patterson Spade Shawver Puckett, 98, passed peacefully, with her daughters by her side, Saturday, August 4, 2018, to her heavenly home.
Born March 17, 1920, at Springdale, she was the daughter of the late Lightburn (Lighty) and Sarah Cox Patterson. She was the last of the immediate family.
A Christian and member of the Meadow Bridge Missionary Baptist Church for over 50 years, she enjoyed teaching many children’s classes from pre-school through young adults and singing for her Lord in the choir. She later attended Lilly Valley Baptist Church, Rainelle.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Lomis Spade, the father of her children, Carl Shawver, and Everette Puckett; her son Harold Eugene Spade; 5 sisters Martha Crowder (DO), Sylvia Gwinn (Elmore), Ethel Spade (Emmette), Mary Jessie Jones (Elbert), and Bonnie Horsfall (Alex); and 6 brothers Lacy, Lawson, John, Jonah, Crandall, and David Patterson.
Survivors include 2 daughters Fern Carr (Frank) of Meadow Bridge and Jeroma Nothstine of Dawson; her daughter-in-law Cecilia Spade of Morgantown; 5 grandchildren Sam Spade of California, Judith Spade (Heath) of New York, Harold Spade of Morgantown, Rebecca Blackwell (Robert) and Denissa Harrah (Alan), all of Ohio; 4 great-grandchildren Christopher and Timothy Blackwell and Ryan and Katelyn Harrah; her sister-in-law Louella Patterson of Meadow Bridge; and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 11, at Smathers Funeral Chapel with Pastor Steve Martin officiating. Burial will follow in the Wallace Memorial Cemetery at Clintonville. | Patterson, Dessell (I8541)
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Obituary for Dorothy Jean Thomas Dorsey
RUPERT – Jean Dorsey, 65, died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 1999, at her home following a long illness.
Born March 27, 1934, in Crawley, she was the daughter of Fanny Thomas of Crawley and the late Ray Thomas.
Mrs. Dorsey was a member of the Bascom United Methodist Church. She was associated with J.I. Dorsey General Store in Rupert until its closure.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Merl Dorsey Sr.
Survivors include a son, Richard M. Dorsey Jr. and wife, Leah, of Glenville; two daughters, Terri Fishman and husband, Morris, of Tallahassee, Fla., and Jeanie Morrison and husband, Jeff, of Rupert; and five grandchildren.
Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday [Dec. 11th] at Smathers Funeral Home Chapel, Rainelle, with the Revs. Jerry Dotson and Mark Skaggs officiating. Burial will follow in the Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville.
Friends may call 6 to 9 p.m. today at Smathers Funeral Home, Rainelle.
Arrangements by Smathers Funeral Home, Rainelle.
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Obituary for Emily Burns Legg
Emily Burns Legg formally of Charleston, WV died on January 10, 2018 in Lewisburg, WV at the age of 79. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones at the family farm where she once played as a child. Emily's courage and unending faith in the Lord carried her through the challenges of declining health.
Emily was born on August 30, 1938 in Charleston, WV. She graduated from Charleston High School in 1956 and attended Marshall College. Emily retired after a long career at Marshall College of Graduate studies and the University of Charleston. She was an avid reader, loved gardening and traveling to visit family. She attended the Calvary United Methodist Church in Richlands, WV.
Emily was preceded in death by her parents, L.L. & Annabel Burns, sister Karen Blakey, son Robert Robinson, and grandson Austin Abbitt. She is survived by her loving husband Clyde Eugene Legg of Lewisburg, WV; her children, Terri Hanna (Wyatt) of So. Charleston, WV, Vicki Prosser of Lewisburg, WV, Wyatt Abbitt (Shilpa) of Edmond, OK, Alex Abbitt (Julia) of Morgantown, WV; as well as eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
There will be a private graveside service for immediate family at a later date. | Burns, Emily (I10443)
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Obituary for Evelyn Jean Zopp
Evelyn Jean Zopp, 93, of Rupert, peacefully left this world Sunday, April 23, 2017, in the Meadow Garden Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Rainelle.
Born December 4, 1923, in Crawley, she was the daughter of the late John and Ileta Selvy Crane.
Jean worked for Dorsey’s Store and Shaffer’s Supply. She was owner of the Rupert Supermarket. Her family will long remember her cooking and beautiful flower garden. Jean was known for her knowledge of her community, their family trees and had a story to tell for each one.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband William Preston Zopp; 2 brothers Eddie and John Lee Crane; and 1 sister Ama Mann.
Those left to cherish her memory are her loving son Preston and wife Vaughnie of Rupert; 2 sisters Mary Snuffer and husband Jim of North Carolina and Elizabeth Cardoza of Princeton; 2 grandchildren Billy Ben Zopp and wife Melanie of Lewisburg and Rebecca Renee Zopp of Rupert; 5 great-grandchildren Audrey Zopp, Jared Zopp, Riley Zopp, Heather Massie (Tarik Howard) and Hollie Sims (Brandon); 3 great-great grandchildren Daylin Howard, Nixon Howard and Brayden Sims; and a host of extended family and friends.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 29, in the Highland Church of God, Rainelle, with Pastor Bob Daniels officiating. Burial will follow in the End of the Trail Cemetery at Clintonville. | Crane, Evelyn Jean (I426)
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Obituary for Evelyn Louise Hines
Evelyn Lousie Hines, 98, of Rupert passed away on October 25, 2017 at Peyton Hospice House.
Born on June 2, 1919 at Quinnimont, WV, she was the daughter of the late James Isaac Johnson and Della May Taylor Johnson.
Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by 1st husband, James Dillon Cales; 2nd husband, Joseph [Stetson] Hines; daughter, Betty Lanham; 3 grandsons, James (Jim) Willey, Danny Groves, Chuck Groves and 1 granddaughter, Meleah Lanham.
Evelyn was a homemaker; a loving mother and grandmother.
Surviving are children, Patricia Willey of Sandstone, Remona Oney of Mt. Airy, NC, Gloria Puffenbarger and Tom of Rupert, James (Jack) Cales and Charlene of Rupert and Nina Gabbert and Ernie of Rupert; Grandchildren, Teddy Willey, Evelyn Walker, Kathryn McDonald, Kenny Groves, Lisa Legg, John Harmon, Jerry Harmon, Tina Van Hoy, Crystal White, Sherri Dooley, Chip Puffenbarger, Travis Puffenbarger, Jacqueline Cales, J.D. Cales, Bob Shaffer, Joe Shaffer; 2 sisters, Lucille Bennett and Maxine Shortland and 3 more generations of grandchildren.
Service will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday October 29, 2017 at Wallace & Wallace Chapel with Pastor Felix Baker and Pastor Tim Hart officiating. Burial will follow at the Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville | Cales, Evelyn Louise Johnson (I2788)
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Obituary for Helen Ida Brackenrich
Helen Ida Brackenrich, 98, passed away peacefully November 8, 2017 at the Peyton Hospice House, Lewisburg.
Born on May 6, 1919 at Dawson, she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Delta Walkup Shortridge.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James D. Brackenrich; a son, Bobby Joe Brackenrich and a daughter, Anna Mae Kelley.
Helen was a member of the Crawley Homemakers, represented as the Greenbrier County Belle in 2004; member of the Rupert Women’s Club, Order of the Eastern Star, and a member of the Beaver Creek Baptist Church. She loved to cook for family and friends; she enjoyed their companionship through love and laughter. She also enjoyed weaving, quilting with friends, traveling and being outdoors working. Helens highlights of her travels were Switzerland, traveling the United States and spending time in Florida. She will always be remembered for her great sense of humor and the great strength of love for family and friends.
Surviving are her sons, J.D. (Sandra) Brackenrich of Lewisburg, Jerry Lee (Norma) Brackenrich of Crawley; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Hester Frenzello of MD, Willie Young of Rupert, Wilma Gladwell of OH; brother, Dennis Gene of FL; many nieces, nephews and extended family.
Service will be 12:00 noon, Saturday, November 11, 2017 at Beaver Creek Baptist Church at Kieffer with Pastor Roger Williams officiating.
Burial will follow at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville. Friends may visit with the family at the church from 10:00 until time of service. | Shortridge, Helen Ida (I3549)
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Obituary for Jeffrey Lee Hunte
Jeffrey Lee Hunter, 55, of Rupert, found peace on July 2, 2017 after a brief illness.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jennings R and Zenna Hunter and maternal grandparents, Herbert K and Clara Cruse.
Born on March 25, 1962 at Beckley, he was the son of Carl and Cora Cruse Hunter.
Jeff was a loving, kind son, father, brother and uncle. He was a gifted carpenter that enjoyed creating “one of a kind” crafted tables and he also restored houses. He will forever be missed by his devoted and unconditional loving parents, his children, brother and sister and extended family and friends.
Jeff is survived by his parents, Carl and Cora Hunter of Rupert; 2 sons, Landon and Camron whom he loved and was deeply proud of; sister, Vonnie Hunter of Virginia; brother, Jeremy Hunter of Rupert; niece, Jamie Buster; nephew, Josh Buster, both of Virginia Beach, VA; special uncle and aunt, Kirby and Georgeann Blankenship.
Service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 7, 2017 at Wallace & Wallace Chapel, Rupert with Pastor Glen Kuhn officiating. Burial will follow at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville. Friends may call from 1:00 until time of service Friday at the chapel.
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Obituary for Jerry L. Crane
ORRVILLE -- Jerry L. Crane, age 73, of Orrville, died Friday, April 17, 2015, at his residence in Orrville, following a period of declining health.
Jerry was born on January 19, 1942, in Ronceverte, West Virginia, and married Nancy A. Jones on June 10, 1973, in Orrville. Nancy died on July 23, 2012.
He served as a Private First Class in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He then worked as a maintenance supervisor for Volvo GM in Orrville for 30 years.
Jerry enjoyed hunting, fishing, and was a true outdoorsman. He loved traveling with his wife to their cabin in Wills Creek, OH and the company of his friends.
Surviving are two sons, Mike (Amy) Taylor of Marshallville, and James Scott (Robin) Taylor of Worthington, WV; a grandson, James (Amanda) Taylor Jr. of Worthington, WV; and a sister, Crystal of FL.
Services will be held at 12:30 PM on Wednesday, April 22, 2015, at Auble Funeral Home, 512 East Oak Street, Orrville, with Rev. Brad Dews officiating. Burial will take place at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman where military rites will be observed.
Friends may call on Wednesday at the funeral home from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm prior to the service | Crane, Jerry Lee (I9436)
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Obituary for John Christopher Wisner
JOHN Christopher WISNER, 59 of Satellite Beach, Florida, died peacefully with his loving wife, Monica at his side on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at William Childs Hospice House.
John was born December 9, 1952 in Broadstairs, County of Kent, England to Leland and Helen Wisner. He was raised in Annandale, Virginia before moving to Colorado where he attended Mesa State College. John married Monica Manning on May 22, 1993 in Melbourne Beach, Florida.
John served in the United States Army during Vietnam, and was decorated with the National Defense Service Medal, M-16 Marksman Badge and the Marksman badge with hand grenade bar.
John was a certified Advanced Open Water Scuba diver, a Wildland Firefighter for the Bureau of Land Management in Colorado, a licensed guide and outfitter in Colorado, worked as the cowboy for the Aubert Ranch, Glade Park, Colorado and ended his career as a geophysical well logger and geologist for BPB Instruments, Inc.
His recreational interests included hunting, fishing, horseback riding, scuba diving and sailing the intercoastal waterways in his sailboat with constant canine companion, Alice. John was a voracious reader and his home library is a testament to his desire to never be without a book.
John is survived by his devoted wife of 19 years, Monica, his granddaughter, Sarah Strand, and grandson, Erik Strand, all of Satellite Beach. A brother, Leland Wisner of Vancouver, Washington, a sister, Karen Gellner of Manassa, Virginia, three nephews, one niece, many cousins, aunts and uncles. John was a loyal and devoted friend who was loved by all and left behind a wealth of rich memories, not the least of which was his use of a self-designated nickname, Alfonso Gaspipe, the famous Mexican Race Car Driver!
John will be missed and fondly remembered by his extended family and close friends, Terry Wright of Appomattix, Virginia; William “Bill” Parks of Glenwood Springs, Colorado; Dana Novinskie of St. Paul, Minnesota; Pam Sharp-Colvin, Steve and Ellie Colvin, and Charles Robert Novinskie all of Glade Park, Colorado.
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Obituary for Juanita June McClung Nelson
Juanita June Nelson, 81, of Leslie, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at her home following a long illness.
Born April 3, 1937, at Bellburn, she was the daughter of the late Lowell and Elizabeth Cochran McClung.
Juanita was a homemaker who loved working in her flowers and cleaning her home. She worked as a CNA at Greenbrier Manor, Heartland of Rainelle, and Home Care Plus, as well as private sitting. She was of the Methodist faith.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Elmer Nelson; her daughter Dedra Nelson; and 1 brother Vespie McClung.
Survivors include 2 daughters Theresa Callison (David) of Lawn and Samantha Nelson (Luke Adkins) of Leslie; 4 brothers James McClung of Maryland, Dale McClung (Polly) of Charlestown, David McClung (Sharon) of Winchester, Virginia, and Paul McClung (Donna) of Fredericksburg, Virginia; 3 grandchildren Danny Boothe (Melissa) of Quinwood, Elizabeth McCallister (Joe) of Asbury, and Erica Heaster of Cornstalk; three great-grandchildren Dustin and Madison Boothe and Baby Girl McCallister, arriving in December; and a host of extended family and friends.
Services will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday, July 28, in the House of Prayer, Charmco, with Pastor Felix Baker officiating. | McClung, Juanita June (I9617)
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Obituary for Lake "Tommy" Thomas Shoemaker, Jr.
Lake "Tommy'' Shoemaker Jr., 60, died Friday, November 10, 2017, at his home on the Dawson-Springdale Rd.
Born June 28, 1957 at Clifton Forge Virginia, he was the son of the late Lake Thomas and Elizabeth Dixon Callison Shoemaker.
Tommy was a machinist by trade and was employed by ABB for 29 years. He then became employed by the West Virginia District Nine DOH. He took great pride in his work and enjoyed sharing his knowledge with others. He enjoyed spending time with family, the outdoors, working on cars and tractors, and serving as a coach and mentor for many years as his daughter grew up with sports. He was a great storyteller and was known for his one-of-a-kind sense of humor. Tommy was a member of the Meadow Grove Baptist Church in Dawson.
He was preceded in death by his parents Lake and Elizabeth Shoemaker, and sisters, Elizabeth Ann "Libby'' Williams and Margaret "Margie" Shoemaker.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 30 years, Linda Shoemaker, and a daughter Leslie Shoemaker, both of Springdale; Surviving siblings include brother, Charles "Ted" Shoemaker (Tammy) of Rainelle, sisters, Mary Helmick of Lewisburg, Jackalee Palmer (Don) of Havelock, NC, Debby Holbrook (Bill) of King George, VA; an aunt, Patricia Deitz of Titusville, FL; Nieces and nephews, Victoria Lynn Baxley, Karen Susie Helmick, Amanda Scroggins, Jeffery Palmer, Amy Williams, Jonathan, Andrew, Stephen, and Christa Holbrook, and Nicholas and Patrick Shoemaker; many great nephews and a niece; several cousins, and a host of extended family.
Service will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, November 16 at Wallace & Wallace Chapel, Rainelle with Rev. Les. Mullens officiating. Burial will follow at Wallace Memorial Cemetery in Clintonville.
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Obituary for Llewellyn Glenna Simms Cadle
Llewellyn Simms Cadle, 88, of Grassy Meadows, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 12, 2018 at her home following a 13 year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Born August 5, 1929, at Rainelle, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Bertha Crookshanks Simms. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband James Evert Cadle; 5 brothers Basil, Bradford, Bentley, Blendon, and Bernard Simms and 2 sisters, Lela Simms Knapp and Louise Simms Tincher.
Left to cherish her memory are 2 daughters, Susan (David) Hutsenpiller and Sandra (Mike) Arbaugh; 3 grandchildren, Chad (Diane) Bryant, Chandra Bryant, and Sybil (Chad) Rodes; 4 greatgrandchildren, Dawson Flack, Emma, Aaron, and Andrew Rodes.
The family wishes to thank Llewellyn’s caregivers, Drema Helmick, Helen Hutsenpiller, and Debbie Legg for their love and affection shown in the last 13 years as well as the care of the Lewisburg Hospice workers.
Services will be 2:00 pm. on Saturday, July 14, at Smathers Funeral Chapel, Inc. with Vince Deeds officiating. Burial will follow in the Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville.
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Obituary for Luther Eugene "Gene" Simms
Luther Eugene “Gene” Simms, 76, of Charmco passed away at his home on Sunday, August 26, 2018.
Born on December 23, 1941 at Rainelle, he was the son of the late Jesse Fred and Freda Mae Simms.
Luther liked to hunt and fish. Survivors are one brother, Jessie Shelton Simms of Flint, Michigan.
Services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 30, 2018 at Wallace & Wallace Chapel, Rainelle with Pastor Jack Dempsey officiating. Friends may call from 1:00 until time of service at the funeral chapel. The body will be cremated after the services.
The family suggests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to defray expenses. | Sims, Freda Mae (I7454)
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Obituary for Marsha Rose Morton Smith
Marsha Rose Morton Smith, 60, of Mt. Hope, formerly of Meadow Bridge, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2017, in the Appalachian Regional Hospital in Beckley, following a short illness.
Bon April 14, 1956 at Hinton, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Edith Halsey Morton.
Marsha was of the Baptist faith and a 1974 graduate of Meadow Bridge High School. She worked for Sam’s Club and before that for K&W Cafeteria. It was not just a job, she enjoyed cooking and her family can attest to her skills.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband Kenneth “Mike” Smith.
Those left to cherish her memory are her loving daughter Sandra Smith of Mt. Hope; her joy and her granddaughter Rayleigh of Mt. Hope; 4 bothers Buford Morton and wife Ann of Richmond, Virginia, Mark Morton and wife Kitty of Mt. Hope, Henry Morton and wife Delsie of Meadow Bridge and Vince Morton and wife Linda of Michigan City, Indiana; 3 sisters Betty England of Bradley, Sue Jones of Fairdale and Shirley Rectenwald and husband Al of Teays Valley; and several nieces, nephews and special friends. Marsha will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 20, in the Mt. Hope Christian Church with Pastor Buddy Goins and Donnie Hedrick officiating. Burial will follow in the Wickline Cemetery at Meadow Bridge. | Morton, Marsha Rose (I7014)
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Obituary for Martha Mae Crookshanks Gipson
With a sad and heavy heart, the family of Martha Mae Crookshanks Gipson, 63 announces she passed away Thursday, Oct 12, 2017, at home surrounded by family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born July 5, 1954 she was the daughter of the late Leeson David Crookshanks and Christine Carr Crookshanks. She attended the Sturgeon Branch Baptist Church and Chestnut Knob Christian Church and others. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandma.
Martha worked 24 years at Pizza Hut in Rainelle, and later at J&S Restaurant, and Kroger. She also helped at the Voting Polls. For several years she has excelled at raising funds for the Fayette County "Shop With A Cop" program.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Garland "Bus" Gipson and Mary Gipson, brother-in-law, Teddy Claypool, nephew, Mason Claypool and her grandparents, Lee and Nellie Sims Crookshanks and Arthur "Gordon" and Edith McGuire Carr.
Surviviors include her loving husband of 44 years, Richard G. Gipson; her children, Christine (Travis) Puffenbarger, Richie Gipson, and Ashley (Nick) Wilson; her grandson, Layne Puffenbarger and granddaughter, Isabella Wilson; her sisters and brothers; Kathy Cox (John), Audrey Claypool, David Crookshanks (Jeanne), Pamela Arrington (Scott), Timmy Crookshanks, Millie Callsion (Kenny), and Randy Crookshanks (Lisa).
Martha, at yhyer wish, is to be creamated. | Crookshanks, Martha Mae (I7252)
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Obituary for Mary Lou Tuckwiller
Mary Lou Tuckwiller of Lewisburg, died July 24th, 2017 at the LewisGale Medical Center after a courageous and determined conflict with cancer. She was born June 19, 1938 at Philippi, WV, a daughter of the late Arlice Moore and Hobart D. Coffman.
Mary Lou spent her entire life helping others, beginning with babysitting. After graduation from WVU in Home Economics and Nutrition, she became a 4-H Agent in Greenbrier County, where she met her husband, Sam Tuckwiller. After raising two children, she began working with the WIC program, helping families.
Mary Lou was active in her church, Calvary United Methodist Church, Richlands, serving as membership chairperson, Sunday School teacher, and member of the parsonage committee as well as coordinating dinners, weddings and other events. She was a member of the United Methodist Women where she held many offices over the years. She also belonged to the organizations CEOS and PEO and served as 4-H club leader for many years. Mary Lou actively supported the Greenbrier County 4-H Youth Camp and coordinated fundraising through supervision of the cafeteria at the State Fair for several years.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Byron (Trish) Tuckwiller and Ben (Lucy) Tuckwiller; sister Janet (Ken) Gould, brother Bert (Suzanne) Coffman; sisters-in-law Frances Simmons, Ruth Sweet and Joann Tuckwiller; grandchildren Megan (Josh) Crane, Anthony (Jennifer) Banton and two great grandchildren, Hannah and Jackson Crane. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and many friends.
Mary Lou was preceded in death by brothers-in-law John Tuckwiller, Bill Simmons and Bill Sweet.
Visitation will be Saturday, July 29th, 2017 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg. A memorial service will be held at Calvary United Methodist Church, Richlands, at 2:00 PM Sunday, July 30th, conducted by Rev. Emory Hanna and Rev. Bert Coffman.
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Obituary for Mina Geraldine Thompson Shafer
Mina Geraldine Thompson Shafer, 92, a lifelong resident of Rupert, passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at The Seasons Place in Lewisburg, WV.
Mina was born on January 24, 1926, to the late Wyatt W. and Sarah Viola Jones Thompson.
She was a member of Big Clear Creek Baptist Church in Rupert, WV.
Other than her parents, she is preceded by her husband, William “Bill” Clyde Shafter in 2008; sister, Hazel LeMasters; and brothers, James “Sonny” Thompson, and Rayburn “Buddy” Thompson.
Survivors include, daughters, Wyon Wheatley of Lewisburg, WV, Jill Mayer (Mike) of Petersburg, VA, Billie Shafer of Ronceverte, WV; sisters, Clara Henderson of Hopewell, VA, Betty Alderson of Alderson, WV; 3 grandchildren, Tracy Stephens, Sarah Zylstra, and Bill Wheatley; 5 great-grandchildren; and 19 nieces and nephews.
There will be a private service held at Wallace Memorial Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel in Clintonville, WV. | Thompson, Mina Geraldine (I9122)
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Obituary for Mont A. Simms
Mont A. Simms 90, went home to be with the Lord after a long illness on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. Mont was born on Nov. 25, 1926 in Rainelle, WV, a son of the late Tony and Emily Crookshanks Simms.
Mont was a WWII veteran having served in the Army/Air Force and was on the first fleet into Japan after the surrender. He was a long time member of First Baptist Church in Rainelle.
Mont had many trades and skills, including a sewing machine mechanic and later retiring from the Rainelle Water Dept. He was also a proud member of the Rainelle City Council for 10 years.
After the flood in June 2016, Mont relocated to Roanoke, VA, but his heart remained in WV.
Mont was also preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Clinebell Simms, a sister, May Simms and four brothers, Luther, Winfield, Howard, and Robert Simms.
Mont is survived by his wife of 36 years, Ruby Adams Simms. Daughter Linda Yates of Bend, Oregon, five grandchildren, Kim, Kelly, Carrie, Morgan, and Anna and 13 great grandchildren and four great- great grandsons .
Daughter of his heart and special son in law, Barbara and Mike Igo, Goodview, VA. Special granddaughter Brianna Harrison and loving great grandson, Chance Harrison, Vinton, VA. Mont is also survived by his sister, Ruth Peterson, Ogden, Utah, sisters in law Polly Simms, Crab Orchard, WV, Violet Baldwin, Ghent, WV, and Marie Crowder, Roanoke, VA. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews that he adored.
Mont never met a stranger and had the most gentle soul and loving heart helping many through the years not wanting or expecting anything in return.
Funeral services will be at Wallace and Wallace Funeral Chapel in Rainelle, WV, on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 1 pm with Pastor David Bush officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Mont will be laid to rest at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity, WV.
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Obituary for Othella Grace Legg
Othella Grace Legg, 82, of Dawson passed away peacefully on Monday, May 1, 2017 at her home with her family at her bedside.
Born on September 16, 1934 at Crag, she was the daughter of the late Simon Jackson and Myrtle Jane Callison Wooldridge.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a homemaker. She began playing music at an early age. She was a faithful member of the Meadow Grove Baptist Church where she played the organ and sang alto in the choir and quartet. She also served as the church clerk, Vacation Bible School assistant and had been the president of Meadow Grove Baptist Church ABW for many years.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 60 years, William “Bill” Legg of Dawson; a son, Larry (Debora) Legg; daughters, Linda (Lake Thomas) Shoemaker and Louvonne (Douglas) Arbuckle; grandchildren, Brittany Nicole Legg, Leslie Katlyn Shoemaker and Kerri Grace Arbuckle.
Service will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Meadow Grove Baptist Church, Dawson, with Rev. Les Mullens officiating. Burial will follow at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville. Friends may call from 6-8 pm Friday evening at the church.
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Obituary for Patricia Ann Livesay
Patricia Ann McAllister Livesay, 77, of Lewisburg, WV, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at her residence.
Patricia was born on August 23, 1940 in Alderson, WV, to the late Richard C. and Bessie Belle Knapp McAllister.
She spent many years as a hair dresser and attended the Lewisburg United Methodist Church. Patricia could always be found active in her yard, enjoying gardening, and watching her birds. She was gifted in needlework and leaves behind treasured heirlooms.
Survivors include her husband of 54 years, William Joseph Livesay, Sr.; daughter, Melissa L. Able (Keith) of Beaufort, SC; and son, William Joseph Livesay Jr. (Tine) of Charleston, SC; and six grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 12, 2018, at 11:00 AM at the Lewisburg United Methodist Church with Rev. Beverly Colombo officiating.
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Obituary for Ralph "Sonny" Raymond Clark
Ralph Raymond “Sonny” Clark, Jr. went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at his home place in Millboro, Virginia where he was born 80 years ago.
He was born May 12, 1937 in Bath County to the late Ralph Raymond Clark, Sr. and Daisy McCorkle Haynes.
Sonny was a devoted member of Windy Cove Presbyterian Church serving as a deacon, elder, member of the choir, and chairman of the building committee. He was a frequent lay speaker at numerous local churches. His other passions in life included coaching Little League baseball, hunting (especially turkeys), pitching horseshoes and horseback riding.
He was a 1955 graduate of Millboro High School and then went on to serve in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1959. After working with his brother Jimmy in the construction business, and serving as the maintenance supervisor for Bath County Public Schools for several years, he worked as the manager of Windy Cove Farm for 37 years. Most recently, he was a bus driver for Bath County Schools. Seeing the children on his twice a day, 40 mile journey, brought him great joy and pleasure.
He was preceded in death by his three siblings, James Andrew “Jimmy” Clark, Betty Lou Morris, and Peggy Jean Bottenfield. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Beatrice Deitz Clark of Millboro; six children, Dr. Johnny Clark and wife Carol of Luray, Dr. Ralph “Ronny” Clark and wife Melissa of Richmond, Dr. William “Buddy” Clark and wife Laura of Wexford, PA, Robert “Bobby” Clark and wife Sharon of Mount Jackson, Charolette Clark Lotts and husband Robert of Millboro, and Larry Clark and wife Diana of Galax; seventeen grandchildren, Kristen Clark Sadtler and husband Ben, Brian Clark, Rene Clark, Russell Clark, Alyssa Clark, James Clark, Sam Clark, Lucy Paige Lotts Nielsen and husband 2nd Lt. Matthew Nielsen, Nathan Lotts, Kate Clark Vaughan and husband Zack, Daisy Clark, Rachel Clark, Audrey Clark, Beth Clark, Rebekah Clark, Aden Clark, and Heath Clark; as well as a great grandchild due in the Spring.
In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, November 24, 2017 at 12:00 Noon in the gymnasium at Millboro Elementary School with Reverend Robert Sherrard officiating. A reception will follow in Millboro Elementary School cafeteria. Camouflage, blaze orange, or other casual attire is encouraged. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Windy Cove Samaritan Fund, 102 Windy Cove Road, Millboro, Virginia 24460. | Clark, Ralph Raymond Jr. (I9097)
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Obituary for Robert Gene Hunter
Robert Gene Hunter passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2017, following a short illness.
Born at Kieffer, he was the son of the late Jennings and Zenna Hunter.
Robert was a retired coal miner and an avid hunter. He was a member of the Clear Creek Rod and Gun Club. He was a kind, compassionate man who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survivors include his loving wife of 70 years, Doris; 6 children Nancy Mellen and husband Bill of New Market, Virginia, Brenda Synder and husband Bill of Lewisburg, Mike Hunter and wife Libby of Crawley, Jimmy Hunter and wife Sunny of Beckley, Ricky Hunter and wife Cheryl of Crawley, Jeanie Richardson and husband Paul of Frazier’s Bottom; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 1 sister Gaye Elits of Wabash, Indiana; 1 brother Carl Hunter an wife Cora of Rupert.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 10, in the Beaver Creek Baptist Church with Pastor David Moore officiating. Burial will follow in the Burns Cemetery at Keiffer.
Pallbearers are Travis Hunter, Devin McCallister, Timothy Rice, Ritchie Rice, J.R. Dorsey, and Jason Davis.
Friends may call one hour before the service from 1 - 2 p.m. at the church. | Hunter, Robert Gene (I3687)
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Obituary for Romaine Marlene Lipps
Romaine Lipps of Manassas Park, Virginia, died on July 19, 2014, and the lights of heaven are shining a little brighter because of her gently shining and loving spirit. Romaine was known by many as “Grammy” due to her unlimited kindness and acceptance of everyone she met. She loved and will be greatly missed by her dogs Knuckles and Boots, and had much fun rooting for her favorite team, the Redskins.
Romaine was born in Quinwood, West Virginia, where she lived until 1958, and has lived in Manassas since 1960. She worked as a cafeteria manager at Baldwin School for 10 years, and then worked as a medical receptionist at the Manassas Medical Center for 30 years. She retired as a medical receptionist for Dr. James Werner.
This beautiful, loving lady is survived by four children: Betsy O’Dell, husband Ted; Bucky Lipps, wife Barbara; Brenda Lipps-Knowles, husband Ken; Bonnie Navarro, husband Billy; her “adopted” daughter Nancy Wilson and son Zack; sister Linda Dorsey and husband Jim.
She also is the grandmother of 5 (Marty Powell, Zachary Cooper, Calvin O’Dell, Isaac Knowles, and Tim Knowles), the great grandmother of 6, and great-great-grandmother of 2.
Romaine was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Lipps, her grandchild Shawn Cooper, sister Nancy Harris, and parents Burke and Maymie McClung.
The services in memory of Romaine for friends and family will be held as followed: Monday evening is visitation at Pierce Funeral Home in Manassas 6:00 to 9:00pm. The funeral is Tuesday at 3:00 at St Marks United Methodist Church in Manassas and the burial is in Clintonville West Virginia at the Wallace Cemetery with visitation at 1:00 and a service at 1:30. | McClung, Romane Marlene (I9638)
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Obituary for Ruby Faye Crane
Ruby Faye Crane, 91 of Lewisburg passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017 at The Brier in Fairlea, WV, following a long illness.
Born October 26, 1925, at Hughart, WV, she was the daughter of the late John “Clive” Patterson and “Selma” Williams Patterson.
Ruby was a graduate of Williamsburg High School, a former employee of Burlington Industries formerly of White Sulphur Springs, a homemaker, and a member of the Greystone Baptist Church. She had been a resident of “The Brier” for 3 years.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Leroy Crane; an infant son, Charles Steven; a brother, Curtis Patterson; and beloved sister-in-law, Marian Patterson Bowden.
Survivors include a daughter, Joyce Burke and husband Charles of Lewisburg, WV; three step-grandsons, Michael Burke and wife Kim, Seth Burke and wife Alison, both of Leslie, WV, and Paul Burke and wife Marsha of Rainelle, WV; seven step-great grandchildren, a special nephew, Carroll Crane and wife Frances of Lewisburg, WV.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Sunday, August 27, 2017, at the Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg, WV, with Pastor Youel Altizer and Pastor Mark Shafer officiating. Friends may call from 1:00 PM until time of service. Burial will follow at the Wallace Memorial Cemetery in Clintonville, WV.
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Obituary for Sharon Sims Lepley
Sharon Lepley of Daniels passed away on Oct 17, 2018 at her home.
Born on March 24, 1940, at Springdale, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Althea Ford Simms. [sic] Other than parents, she is preceded in death by her husband William; 3 sons, Billy, Chris and James.
Sharon was a homemaker and attended the White Oak Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include daughters, Lisa and Teresa, sons; Dewayne, Mark and Steven sisters, Kathy, Judy and Betty; brothers, Forrest, Kevin and Toney; 17 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren.
Service will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at Wallace & Wallace Chapel, Rainelle with Rev. Otis Cales officiating. Burial will follow at the Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville. | Sims, Sharon (I6093)
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Obituary for Thomas Kevin Redden
Thomas Kevin Redden, 55, of Charmco passed away on August 8, 2018.
Kevin was the son of Lexie and Barbara Whitaker Redden.
Per his wishes, he will be cremated and no services. Online condolences www.wallaceandwallacefh.com | Redden, Thomas Kevin (I2401)
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Obituary in The New York Times, December 9, 1933
CHAPMAN - On Wednesday, December 6, 1933, at her home in Sunapee
Village, N. H., Leila Hartwell, dearly beloved daughter and only child
of Leila Tisdale and the late Timothy Pitkin Chapman, all formerly of
Brooklyn, N.Y. Funeral service Saturday, Dec. 9, at 3 o'clock, at
chapel of Church of the Saviour, Pierrepont St. and Monroe Place,
Brooklyn. Interment, Greenwood. | Chapman, Leila Hartwell (I6259)
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Obituary of Bernard Clark Moore
HINES - Bernard Clark Moore, 80, of Hines, Greenbrier County, died Saturday [31 Mar 1973] in Beckley Veterans Hospital after a long illness.
He had been a resident of Hines for 40 years and a member of the Baptist Church and the American Legion and a retired construction worker.
Surviving: wife, Della Hines Moore; daughters Mrs. Paul Spencer of Smoot, Mrs. Lawrence Black of Elkhorn, and Mrs. Robert Hacker of McGuire AFB , NJ; a son MSgt Clifford Moore with the U. S. air force.
Service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday [3 Apr 1973] in Wallace and Wallace Funeral Home in Rainelle... Burial will be in Wallace Memorial Cemetery in Clintonville.
The Charleston Daily Mail, April 2, 1973, page 7.
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Obituary of Abigail Shawver Zopp
Mrs. Abbie Zopp, aged 90 years, has passed to the realms above. She leaves to mourn her departure five sons and two daughters and a host of grand and great-grand children..
The sons are B. W., Joseph, Bury, Truslow and Stonewall, the daughters are Mrs. Charlotte McClung and Mrs. Ledona Odell.
She was the windowe of Benjamin Zopp, who came to this county probably with the Cranes from Baltimore.
She was a Miss Shawver before marriage. | Shawver, Abigail (I443)
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Obituary of Allen H. Jeter
LEWISBURG - Allen H. Jeter of Lewisburg and New York City, died Sunday, Sept. 8, 2002, surrounded by his many friends and family.
Born Aug. 15, 1927, at Rainelle, he was the youngest son of Charles Jeter and Lorena Morrison Jeter. His brother Charles preceded him in death. His uncle, Bill Morrison, and aunt, Frances, raised him in Lawrenceville, Ill. He graduated from the University of Illinois, where he began a career as a jazz saxophonist.
After graduating with a degree in business, he moved to New York City and lived in the creative lower east side with other musicians, playing his tenor saxophone nightly at local clubs in a style often compared to contemporaries Allen Eager or Lester Young. He also began a career as an investment banker and became executive vice president of Textile Bank, where he managed their client, Riverside Records.
Mr. Jeter lived on the upper west side of New York City for 40 years, where his pent-house jam sessions were famous in the 60s and 70s. In 1989, he recreated "Al Jeter'," a gourmet jazz rest-aurant on New York's W. 58th Street, with pianists like James Williams, Mulgrew Miller, Harold Mab-ern or Sir Roland Hanna playing for his guests. After retirement, he returned to Greenbrier County, to look after his beloved aunt, Margaret Garner, and formed the Greenbrier Corporation to de-velop Highland Springs. In Lewisburg, forming jazz groups was a large part of his current work, from the Ghost Town Swing Band to his own collaborations with colleagues Gary Klein, Frank Spicer, Gary Mo-ran, Larry Rockwell, Ron Free, Bob Peckman and Tony Hayworth.
Al Jeter was a much-loved member of the Lewis-burg community, not just for his musical contri-butions, but also for his kindness, generosity of spirit, ready smile and warm laid-back style.
He is survived by his aunt, Margaret Garner of Greystone Manor, Lewisburg, several cousins and many loving friends and fans.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that don-ations be made to MusiCares, 156 West 56th Street, Suite 1701, New York, NY 10019. Established in 1989 by the Recording Academy, MusiCares ensures that music people have a place to turn to in times of financial, medical or personal crisis.
Memorial service for Mr. Jeter will be held at Old Stone Church in Lewisburg in early October. Arrangements by McCraw Funeral Home, Lewisburg. | Jeter, Allen Hunter (I6556)
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Obituary of Amanda Catherine Sims Myles
Mrs. Amanda Catherine Myles, 77, Webster Springs, formerly of Rainelle, died at her home Sunday following an extended illness.
Born in Fayette County Sept. 13, 1887, she was the daughter of the late David and Mary Sims. She was a member of the Big Sewell Baptist Church in Rainelle and a member of the Eastern Star.
Her husband, Joseph H. Myles preceded her in death. Survivors include three sons, Harry F., Gainesville, Fla., David T., White Sulphur, and Joseph H. Jr., Webster Springs; five daughters, Mrs. Clarence White, Jr., Nesa, Ariz., Mrs. Claude Dunnaway, Reedsville, N. C., Mrs. B. A. Rucker, Tazewell, Va., Mrs. Bob Glover, Fort Huschuca, Ariz., and Mrs. J. G. Shilliday, Pittsburg, Pa., a sister, Lula Crookshank, Rainelle; 22 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Big Sewell Baptist Church in Rainelle, with the Rev. Hilbert McClung of East bank in charge. Burial will follow in the Big Sewell Cemetery. The body is at the Dodd and Hurt Funeral Home in Webster Springs. The family has requested that donations be sent to the Big Sewell Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery Fund at Rainelle.
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Obituary of Amanda Kathryn Crookshanbks Barnett
Amanda Katherine Barnett, "Momaw Kate," 97, of Charleston, went on her final journey, peacefully at home, Sunday, June 20. She is reunited with her husband, Elben, who passed in 1999.
She was born Oct. 10, 1917 in Rainelle to the late Mark and Lula Crookshanks.
In addition to her husband and parents, her twin brother, Tip; brothers, Ira, Sam and Ed; sisters, Icie, Sallie and Nellie; great-grandchild, Carley; and great-great-grandchild, Landon, preceded her in death.
Sister, Thelma Gibney, of South Charleston, survives her. Surviving children: Raymond and wife, Elizabeth Barnett, of South Charleston, Don Barnett and Joyce McGough of Charleston and Barbara and husband, Jesse Harrison, of Charleston; grandchildren: Greg and Carlye Barnett, Eric and Peggy Barnett of South Charleston, Renne and Mark Young of New Oxford, Pa., Tammy and Joe Stephens of Charleston, Katie and Chris Underwood of Asheboro, N.C., and C.R. III and Amy Damron of Tornado. She had15 surviving great-grandchildren: Corrie and Heath Whittington of Dunbar, Christina and Jamie Marble of Charleston, Elizabeth Barnett of South Charleston, Erica Barnett of South Charleston, Amanda and Chris Holland of Columbia, S.C., Ryan Young of New Oxford, Pa., Emily-Ann Stephens of Pittsburgh, Pa., Sammi and Reagan Underwood of Asheboro, N.C., Katelyn, Shelby, C.R. IV, Wyatt, Montana and Dakota Damron of Tornado. ?She was also blessed to have five great-great-grandchildren, Layla, Abigail, Jameson, Landry and Presley. | Crookshanks, Amanda Kathryn (I5198)
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