Jan 1 2020  Lloyd C. Davis Jr. 70, of Maysel, WV passed away on December 27, 2019.   Lloyd was born April 10, 1949 to the late Lloyd C. Davis Sr. and Velma (Bragg) Davis.  Lloyd was also proceeded in death by his sister; Elizabeth Kay McQuain, Son; George Franklin Davis and Granddaughter; Alecxandria Auxier. Lloyd is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Charlotte Ann Davis of Maysel, son; Harley (Lindy) Davis of Maysel, daughters;  Elizabeth C. Auxier of Indore, Melissa (Brad) Oxley of Pinch, Lakeshia Davis and Sophia Davis both of Maysel; brothers, James (Carolyn) Davis of  Blueknob, Larry (Debbie) Davis of Glenville, sisters; Imogene (Eddie) Runion of Blueknob, Sharon Ann (Ed) Miller of  Ohio, as well as  15 Grandchildren and 11 Great-Grandchildren.  Funeral Services will be January 2, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Jerry Hanshaw officiating.   Friends may attend Viewing with the family from 12:00 to 1:00 January 2, 2019.  Burial will follow at Blueknob Cemetery(Blueknob Church), Blueknob, WV.   Wilson- Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Davis family.  Online condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

Diana L Cottrell, 70 of Beach City, passed away Sunday Dec 22, 2019 at her residence following a period of declining health.  She was born in Lockwood, Nicholas County W VA, the daughter of the late James Harry and Rita Fern Simpson Skaggs.  She had been employed by many local businesses. Diana was a member of Faith Baptist Church, Wilmot.  She was preceded in death by her husband Maynard Pal Cottrell, Dec 15, 2019.  Surviving are her children; Jeffery Allen Cottrell, Millersburg, Cheryl Faye Marthey and Christina Ann Cottrill both of Beach City; five grandchildren and one great- grandchild; brother James Harry Skaggs of Corbin, KY .  Friends may call Saturday 12 noon to 2 p.m. at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home with Burial to follow with a Graveside service at Sunset Cemetery.    Wilson-Smith is honored to be surviving the Cottrell Family.  On-Line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

Bertha Oliver, formally of Medina, New York passes away on December 21, 2019. Bertha was born March 16, 1938 to the Late Raymond and Clara Oliver.  She is also proceeded in death by her Brothers; Johnny, Earnie and Howard Oliver Sisters; Joanne and Diane Baker Sons; Edwin Howard and Dennis Baker. Bertha is survived by her daughters; Zelma Lee Longnecker, Clara Lillian Michael, Elaine Anne Lane and  Sharon Ann Coen Grandchildren; 14 and Great-Grandchildren; 8  There will be no services.  Wilson- Smith is honored to be serving the Oliver family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome@hotmail.com

Norma Lou Keith, 76, of Swiss, passed away after a short illness on December 18, 2019, in Charleston.  Born April 7, 1943, in Swiss she was the daughter of Arthur and Radie Kiser Backus.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Jeffrey Keith, two brothers Charles “Gus” Backus and Robert Backus, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Harry and Nora Jordan, two nephews Hoy Miller Jr. and David Jordan. She is survived by her daughter, Anita Keith (Jeff Wright); Anita’s brother Todd Trent (Robin); grandchildren Jason Keith, Chrissy Packtor, Trevor Keith and Logan Backus; son-in-law Robert Packtor; sisters-in-law Martha Backus, Lorena Backus, Norma Miller (Hoy).  She is also survived by nephew Tony Backus; nieces Jennifer Crouch (John), Julie Haller, Cindy Duffield (Jerry), Jewel Miller, Belinda Jordan and Kimberly Bailey (Howard); several great nieces and nephews; many cousins, her best friend of 70 years Shirley Grose (Junior), and her church family at Simms Memorial Methodist Church. Norma retired from C&P Telephone.  She later worked as a secretary at Lizemores Elementary School, Dixie Grade School and Zela Elementary School.  She served as a Foster Grandparent for the Nicholas County School System.  She was very active in her church including years of making “Heavenly Hotdogs”. A memorial service will be held 6 PM Monday, December 23, 2019 at the Simms Memorial Methodist Church of Swiss, WV with Minister Phil Hickman officiating assisted by Clarence Thomas. Friends may gather with the family at the church two hours prior to the service.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Keith family.

Steven Catts 66, of Maysel WV Passed away at his home he shared with his loving wife Brenda.  Steven was born June 29, 1953 to the late Clifford and Francis M (Borden) Catts.  Steven is also survived by his children; Sam Catts and Elizabeth Adkins, grandchildren; Austen Catts and Anastasia Belnap. Steven  was a very talented Leather- smith.   There will be no services.  Wilson –Smith is honored to be serving the Catts family. Online condolences may be sent to carlwilsonfuneral.com

Dec 17 2019   Maynard Pal Cottrell, 73 of a Beach City resident passed away, Sunday Dec. 15, 2019 following a period of declining health.  He was born at Lizemores WV, the son of the late Grandville Emory and Madiline Cloe Rogers Cottrill.  He was retired from Smuckers at Orville. Pal was a member of Faith Baptist Church at Wilmot. Surviving are his wife the former, Diana Lynn Skaggs who he married Sept.3 1966: one son, Jeffery Allen Cottrell of Millersburg, Oh: two daughters, Cheryl Faye Marthey and Christine Ann Cottrilll both of Beach City: five grandchildren and one great grandchild.   Siblings; June Osburn, Avril Maynor, Larry Cottrell, Roger Cottrill, Richard Cottrell; one Brother John is deceased. Friends may call, Dec. 21, 2019 from 12 to 2 Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, 154 Main St. Clay, WV with burial at Sunset Cemetery. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cottrell Family.

Dec 9 2019  Constance (Connie) Fay Wellen Pierson, a former resident of Weston, Died December 7, 2019 at her home in Bridgeport, West Virginia.  She was born on April 24, 1927 in Morgantown, West Virginia to the late Clyde William Wellen and Josephine Lehner Wellen. Connie married her husband, Robert C Pierson, Jr on November 23, 1947. She is survived by her husband, and her two children and their spouses Patricia Ferrebee (Mack of Waterford, Ohio and Robert C. Pierson III (Vicki) of Walkersville, West Virginia. She is also survived by her brother, William Wellen of Houston, Texas and her brother-in-law, William David Pierson, of Clay, West Virginia. Connie has four grandchildren, Patricia’s children-Wayne Ferrebee of New York, New York and Caroline Miller (Andy) of Columbia, Maryland and Robert’s children, Rachel Young (Steve) of Ann Arbor, Michigan with three great grandchildren-Ike, Jay and Robby and Julia Serynek( Matt) of Tampa, Florida with two great grandchildren- Cole and Keogh.  Connie’s gather was a career Army Officer and she lived in many places as she was growing up in the years before and during World WarII.  She is graduated from Anniston High School in Anniston, Alabama in 1944.  She spoke many times of her memories of Pearl Harbor day. Her father was at that time stationed in Alaska and she her mother and brother were living in Seattle, Washington. She remembered in vivid detail the fear that gripped the West Coast cities following that fateful day and she spoke many times of living in Seattle with Curfews in place and the city blackened out to help avoid enemy attack in the months following the Pearl Harbor attack. After graduating from high school, Connie returned to West Virginia and attended West Virginia University where she met her husband of 72 years, Bob. Following their marriage in 1947 she accompanied her husband on a number of overseas assignments during his time with the U.S. Department of State. In particular she enjoyed her time as a young married woman during their time in Indonesia in the late 1940’s and early 1950’s.  She spoke fondly many times of this period of her life. One of her most vivid memories of this time was her participation with her husband and others in the climbing of Gunung G’day a large volcanic mountain in Indonesia.  After returning from Indonesia, as time permitted she completed her Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Maryland.  During this period of her life other overseas tours included assignments for Bob her husband in East and West Africa.  In 1963 she returned to Clay, West Virginia with her two children while her husband Bob remained overseas.  During the next ten years she taught French and English at Clay County High School. In 1974 Following her husband Bob’s retirement they settled in Deale, Maryland where they remained until 1998 when they moved to Weston, West Virginia.  In 2014 they moved to Bridgeport, West Virginia. Funeral Services for Constance will be Thursday December 12, 2019 at 12 Noon at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home with Minister Aaron Ramsey and Dennis Legg officiating.  Friends may come Wednesday December 11, 2019 for visitation from 4:30 to 6:30 at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home. On-line condolences may by sent to the family by visiting www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

Dec 9 2019 Woodrow B. Gray, 79, went to be with the Lord on December 7, 2019. His earthy journey ended at the Hubbard Hospice House following a diagnosis of cancer and a massive stroke. He leaves his wife of 53 years, Sharon (Holcomb) Gray; his son, Michael Gray (Angie);his daughters, Rebecca Wheeler; Sarah Keen(Gary); Kimberly Parsons; Debbie Fraley (Tommy); 10 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and his beloved church family. Woodrow cherished his wife, his children,  their children, and his 36 years as pastor of People's Baptist Church. He is laid to rest at Sunset Cemetery. A memorial service will be held December 21, 2019 at 1pm at People's Baptist Church, Indore, WV

Dec 6 2019  Precious baby boy Ezra C. Stone passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.  He was born Monday November 25, 2019 to Ethan Stone and Elizabeth Keener of Maysel, WV. Ezra is survived by his parents Ethan and Elizabeth: brothers, Lee Keener, Jak Childers and Orion Stone all at home:  Grandparents, Clarence A. and Terrie Jo Stone and Greg A. and Charlotte A. Keener. There will be a Viewing for family and friends on Sunday December 8, 2019 from 1:00P.M. To 2:00P.M. at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay WV. A private burial will follow. Wilson-Smith is honored to serve the Keener and Stone Family. Online condolences may be sent to www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

Dec 4 2019   Bertha Audrey Bays (Holcomb) entered into rest Monday, December 2, 2019.  Born on May 5, 1923 she was preceded in death by her husband Edward Dunn Bays.  Audrey was a resident of Powellton, WV and had previously been a fifty-eight-year resident of Rand, WV. Surviving is her daughter Maria Jo (Frank) Rhodes of Powellton; grandsons Franko (Jennifer) Rhodes of Kimberly and Nick (Fran) Rhodes of Kimberly; two great-grandsons Hunter and Gage Rhodes; and a host of nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 1 PM Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the mausoleum at Montgomery Memorial Park, London, WV with Pastor Billy Morris officiating. Friends may gather with the family at the mausoleum one hour prior to the service. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Bays family.

Nov 30 2019  Ronald C. Deitz, 54 of Lizemores, WV, formally of Beloit, Ohio passed away at CAMC Memorial Division on Thursday November 28, 2019. He was a graduate of West Branch High School, class of 1983. He served in the United States Army. Ronald was born February 6, 1965 to the late Larry and Barbara Nichols-Deitz in Bucyrus, Ohio. Ronald is preceded in death by his parents Larry and Barbara. He is survived by his son, Michael Deitz, sister and brother-in-law Rebecca “Becky” and George Morris, aunts Shirley Pritt, Phyllis Rader of Lizemores, Bonnie Rader of Summersville, Annette Foster of Dixie, Tonia Wayne of Cross Lanes, and numerous cousins and friends. Visitation hours for friends will be from 12:00 to 1:00 with the funeral to follow. The funeral service will be held 1:00 Tuesday December, 3, 2019 at Laurel Fork Missionary Baptist Church, Adonijah, WV, with Minister Jason Moore officiating. Burial will follow at Elliott Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.penningtonfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made to funeral home to help with cost of services. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Deitz family.

Nov 30 2019   Brenda McCune, 76, of Indore,  entered into rest on November 26, 2019.  Born on December 17, 1942 in Lizemores, she was the daughter of the late Dow L. and Ester Evelena Bird.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles T. McCune and her daughter, Teresa McCune. She was a retired cook for Clay County Schools. Brenda is survived by her daughter, Heather Atkins (Charles)  of Charleston; sister, Sheila Jones; brothers, Bobby C. Bird, Jerry C. Bird, Sherman E. Bird and  Dow “Wayne” Bird. Funeral service will be 2:00 P.M.,  Monday, December 2, 2019 at the Lizemores United Methodist Church, Lizemores, with Pastor Barry McCune officiating. Burial will follow in Clay Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit with the family from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M.  on Monday, December 2, 2019 at the Lizemores United Methodist Church. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.
Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the McCune family.

Nov 28 2019  Hugh Rexrode, 75, of Edgewater, FL, entered into rest November 24, 2019. Born on December 18, 1943, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Golden and Bessie Bussard Rexrode. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wives, Linda Hill Rexrode  x 2 and his brother, Chet Cooper. He was a retired electrician from Elkem Metals and an Army veteran. Survivors include his children, Tracie Fontes (Patrick) of MD, Melissa Rexrode of WV, Gretchen Roop (Danny) of WV, Mary Yonts  (Robert) of FL, Hugh Rexrode II of WV, Grace Dyer (Chris) of VA, Amanda Deal (Bradley) of WV and William Rexrode (Sylvia) of FL; brother, Bruce Rexrode of OH; 15 grandchildren and 9 great- grandchildren. His second wife had children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren that he treated as his own.  He was also a  Father figure to many others. Memorial service will be 2 pm Sunday, December 1, 2019, at Pennington-Smith Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge, WV. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.

Nov 28 2019  Randall Keith Drake, 59, of Left Hand, died Monday, November 25, 2019, at CAMC-Memorial Hospital, Charleston. He was born May 15, 1960, at Spencer, the son of the late Gerald Earl and Thelma Virginia Snodgrass Drake. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Janice Hayes and Phyllis June Jett. Randall was a heavy equipment operator and a member of the I.U.O.E. Local 132, Charleston, since 1981. He was a Christian and a member of the Clay First Baptist Church, Clay. Also, he was a former member of the Newton Volunteer Fire Department. His pastimes included hunting, spending time with his family and working his jobs. Survivors include his wife, Angela M. Drake of Left Hand; sons, Nathan Drake of Left Hand, Logan Drake also of Left Hand and his fiancée, McKenzie Hill of Madison; siblings, Carol (Charles) Lynch of Spencer, Forrest ‘Pete’ (Doris) Drake of Left Hand, Gary (Pamela) Drake of Clay, Lana (Charles) Rogers of Mogadore, Ohio, Jerry Drake of St. Marys and Larry (Juanita) Drake also of Left Hand. A funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 30 at the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, with Pastor Gary Drake and Pastor Roy Huffman officiating. Burial will be in the Clover Cemetery, Clover. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Condolences may be shared at www.taylorfuneralhomeinc.com

Nov 28 2019 Gilbert Dalton “Gabo” Schoonover, 88, of Elkhurst (Clay County), West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019. Gabo is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 54 years, Correna (Moore) Schoonover; son Gil (LaVerne) Schoonover of Temecula, California; and daughters Vanessa (Scott) Hite of Port Republic, Maryland; Tanya (Roger) Wolfe of Green Bank; Cheri Burdette of Elkhurst; and Kelley (Marty) Gillenwater of Dunedin, Florida. He was Papaw to 10 grandchildren: Nikki (Jay McGhee) Morris, Eric (Chrissy) Morris, Dustin (Amy) Burdette, Matthew (Alysia) Burdette, Rachel (Michael) Ashworth, Maile Schoonover, Keanu Schoonover, Brianna Hite, Elizabeth Hite and Piper Gillenwater. He was also graced with six great-grandchildren: Blake Morris, Rustin Morris, Ever Burdette, Emma Burdette, Kamrin Floyd and Cori Floyd. He’s also survived by his brother Orvil Schoonover of Merritt Island, Florida, and sister Carole Schoonover of Akron, Ohio. Additionally, he leaves behind several dear brothers-in-law and sisters-in law, dozens of cherished nieces and nephews, and hundreds of good friends of all ages. He is preceded in death by his parents Henry and Orfa (Hart) Schoonover of Elkhurst/Clay; older brothers Henry “Kermit” Schoonover, who was killed in World War II, and Walter (Evalena) Schoonover of Clay; and sister Janice (Tom) Frey of Macedon, New York.  Gabo was born in 1931. That’s the same year the Elkhurst swinging bridge, which his dad helped build, was opened. He was given his nickname by an older brother who couldn’t pronounce Gilbert and the name stuck. Many long-time acquaintances never even knew Gabo’s real name – including the pastor who married him to Correna on Christmas Eve of 1965. As the preacher, who’d known Gabo for years, was administering the vows, he said “Do you … what is your real name anyway – George?” For the rest of their years together, when Correna would get aggravated at Gabo, he’d laugh and respond with “You’re not married to me anyway. You married George.” Gabo’s early years were spent helping his dad and brothers on the family farm and getting into mischief with his friends and relatives. Upon graduation from Clay County High School in 1948, he went to work for a short time at the Valley Bell plant in Charleston before going on to serve in the U.S. Navy on an aircraft carrier during the Korean War as a mechanic and batsman (guiding planes in for landing). He would later help start the Clay chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His career included time spent working for a shipping company on the Great Lakes, working at a couple of service stations in the town of Clay, serving as Clay County superintendent of roads for the West Virginia Division of Highways, as a coal miner and as an equipment operator at a coal processing plant. He may be best known, however, for the years he spent operating his own service station in Clay, where he gave many young people their first-ever jobs. During his retirement years, Gabo enjoyed spending time at Sizemores’ IGA in Clay, where he volunteered to help bag and carry out groceries and socialized with old and new friends alike. He never met a stranger. Following several years with the now-closed Clay Church of the Nazarene, during which time he often drove a church van to pick up kids to bring them to and from Sunday school, Gabo attended the Lizemores Church of the Nazarene until his health declined. One year, Correna even talked him into playing one of the Three Wise Men in a Christmas play and singing “We Three Kings.” In addition to being a huge football fan, he was an avid hunter and fisherman – often spending hours along the bank of the Elk River behind his home of the last 37 years. His grandchildren hunted and fished with their Papaw Gabo and grew up hearing tales of his exploits.  Services will be held at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019.  Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by the funeral and then interment at Clay Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made in Gabo’s name to Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston (1001 Curtis Price Way).

Nov 24 2019 Mrs. Elda Mae Eyre Campbell, daughter of the late William Arthur Eyre and Lillie A. Fenstermacher Eyre, quietly departed this world for her eternal home with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at the age of 102, with family in Cambridge, OH. Mrs. Campbell was born April 11, 1917 in Coopersburg, PA and attended college at Westminister Choir College receiving a bachelor’s degree in Music Education. She was a long-time member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Glenville, WV. She taught piano, voice and the organ for over 60 years and was very active in several church choirs. She was married to the love of her life, James Harold Campbell on June 7, 1941. He preceded her in death on March 1, 1982. She was blessed with two children, Donna Naleen Campbell Bagnell (Edgar) of Frankfort, KY and Janis Eyre Campbell Derby (David) of Clay, WV; seven grandchildren, Michael Goodman, Vicky Phillips (Michael), Jeffery Miller and Annie Miller all from KY, James Derby (Lori) of Cambridge, OH, Julia Triplett (Richard) of Bomont, WV and Janna Arnold (James) of Clarksburg, WV. She had 14 great-grandchildren and 4-great- great- grandchildren, as well as numerous extended family and close personal friends that she loved as family.  As a result of her loving spirit, amazing personality and unwavering faith she reflected God’s love through her. Everyone who came into contact with her was blessed beyond measure. Her memory will forever remain in the lives of all who knew her. A funeral service will be conducted at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Glenville, WV; at 11:00 AM; Monday, November 25, 2019 with Rev. Mike Ford officiating. Immediately following church services, a dinner in Mrs. Campbell’s honor will be held in the Church. Graveside services will take place that same day at 4:00 PM; at the Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Parkersburg, WV. Friends will be received from 2:00 – 6:00 PM; Sunday afternoon at the Trinity United Methodist Church on Main Street in Glenville, WV. Ellyson Mortuary, Inc. is honored to assist the family of Mrs. Elda Mae Eyre Campbell.

Nov 20 2019  Vernon Ray Rollins, 90, of Lizemores, WV passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on November 20, 2019.  Born March 16, 1929, in Jodie, WV, he was the son of the late Bernard and Pearl Rollins.  He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Rollins.  Vernon proudly served his country in the Unites States Marine Corp.  Vernon is survived by his daughters, Emma Davidson, Rhonda (John) Borders, Debra (John) Osborne, Patricia (Kip) Foster, Judith Waugh, Pamela Rollins; grandchildren, John Ray Davidson, Brian (Angela) Davidson, Melissa (Philip) DeMello, John Vernon Osborne, Adam Foster, Stephen Foster, Tara Waugh; and twelve great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 25, at Pennington Smith Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge.  Friends may gather with the family at the funeral home one hour prior to the service  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at ww.penningtonfuneral.com.  Pennington Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Rollins family.

Nov 11 2019  Dorthey Jane (Neal) DeBoard 85 of Indore, entered into rest November 10, 2019. Born on March 25, 1934, in Clay, she was the daughter of the late Okey and Deretha Osborne.  In addition to her patents, she was also preceded in death by her husband Gordon Raymond Deboard, son Jerry Raymond DeBoard, Brothers Wetzel Neal and Okey Grant “Chuck” Neal. She is survived by her son Glen Jay DeBoard of Indore, WV, daughter Debbie Barna of Pennsylvania, sisters, Grace Morton of Bickmore, Cordelia Hall of California, June Holcomb of Indore, Dianna Markle of Ivydale, Geraldine Legg of Bickmore, Arbutus Gould of Indore, Catha Kuffman of Ohio, Patricia Brown of Bickmore and Judy Steiner of Bickmore.  2 Grandchildren  Graveside service will be held on Wednesday November 13, 2019 at 1:00 at Sunset cemetery, Bickmore WV  Online condolences   may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson- Smith Funeral Home is Honored to be serving the DeBoard family.

Nov 8 2019   Robert Lee “Bob” Taylor, 79 of Big Otter, formerly of Queen Shoals, passed away on Wednesday Nov. 6, 2019, after a battle with cancer. He was born to the late Goldie Belle Hanson Taylor and Romie David Taylor. Bob loved the Lord, and was a true witness for the Lord. He was a member of Mt Pleasant Baptist Church Elkview and was in the bus ministry for several years. He was a graduate from Clay County High School Class of 1960. Served two years in the United States Army. In 1999 he retired from the Kroger company as a driver with 30 years of service. School bus driver for Kanawha, Clay and Braxton County Schools. Transportation driver for the Veterans Affairs. He is preceded in death by his parents, mother Goldie Belle Hanson Taylor, and father, Romie David Taylor, sisters Sylvia Evelyn Campbell, Lucille Elizabeth Burnside, Mary Helen Dotson, brothers Dana Eugene Taylor, Dennis Romie Taylor, Leon Waitman Taylor, and Leonard Madison Taylor. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Margie Mullins Taylor. Daughter Teresa Davis, and son in law Howard “Howie” Davis. One granddaughter Holly Ann Davis, the apple of his eye. Several nieces and nephews. Bob loved all his family. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.  In Memory of Bob Taylor in lieu of flowers, please make donation to the Gideons International, P O Box 2723 Charleston, WV 25330. The visitation will be from noon to 2 pm Monday Nov. 11, 2019 at Matics Funeral Home Inc. Clendenin. The funeral will follow the visitation at the funeral home at 2 pm Monday November 11with Pastor Lee Swor and Pastor Rick Perrine officiating. Burial will be in the Taylor Cemetery Clendenin, WV. Online condolences may be expressed at maticsfuneralhome.com.

Nov 5 2019  Virginia “Red” G. King, age 88 of Marion, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at her residence. “Red” or “Nanny” entered into this world on May 24, 1931 to the late Robert and Eunice (Rhodes) Thompson in Clay County, WV.  On July 24, 1948, she married the late James M. King. “Red” was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: James King; her sons: Rocky and Roger King; her brothers: John “Jack” Thompson, Mark Thompson, Robert Thompson and Gary Thompson; her sisters: Rose Ewing, Iris Brown, Sheila Pierce, Barb Thacker and Linda White.  Those who will cherish her memories include her children: Vivian (Terry) Beck of Marion, OH, Beverly Bunker of Marion, OH, James C. (Linda) King of Marion, OH and Mark E. (Teresa) King of Marion, OH; her brothers; Larry Thompson of Charleston, WV and Randy Thompson of Little Blue Knob, WV; her grandchildren: Robin VanMeter, Shane King, Kyle King, James C. King, II, Jason Bunker, Terrie Sue Robinson, Jermey Bunker, Justin Beck and Taylor King; her twenty-five great grandchildren; her five great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends and family may come to honor “Red’s” life on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 from 6pm to 8pm at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home in Marion, OH. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 5pm to 7pm and on Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 10:30am to 11:00 am at the Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, 154 Main Street, Clay, WV 25043.   A graveside service will follow calling hours at the Rhodes-Thompson Cemetery in Maysel, WV. A very special “Thank you” to Suzie Newell for all the love, help and care she gave and to all the Heartland Hospice Nurses and Aides.  Donations may be given in her memory    to: TV 39 Marion or Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research at Ohio State Wexner Medical Center 410 West 10th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at:  www.boydbornfuneralhome.com.

Nov 3 2019    Jack Edward Hammack Sr., 90 of Clendenin went home to be with the Lord Sunday Nov. 3, 2019 at home after a short illness. He was the son of the late Leon Edward Hammack and Nellie Lee Campbell Hammack. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Anna Jean Parsons Hammack; brothers, Gene A. and John Clark Hammack. Jack was a devote Christian. He is survived by: Jack Edward Hammack Jr. “Eddie” and wife, Debbie of Elkview; daughters, Barbara Jean Jones and Kathryn Ann Dawson and her husband, Clyde Melton; grandchildren, Michele Lee Jones Parilac and husband Steven, Tammy Lynn Jones Varney and her husband, William, Billy Joe Dunlap, Kimberly Ann Dawson and Brian Edward Hammack and his wife, Pam; 15 great grandchildren; and 5 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6 PM to 8 PM Thursday Nov. 7, 2019 at Matics Funeral Home Clendenin. The funeral will be 11 AM Friday Nov. 8, 2019 at the funeral home with Pastor Darris Barker officiating. Burial will be in the Hammack Cemetery Bomont, WV. Online condolences may be expressed at maticsfuneralhome.com.

Oct 27 2019  RANDALL LANE SAMPLES, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn., surrounded by his beloved family. Randall was born on January 6, 1941, in Procious, W.Va., to the late Elmer and Minnie Samples. In addition to his parents, Mr. Samples was preceded in death by brothers, Gerald and Kent Samples, and sister, Janet Burdette. He is survived by his loving wife, Sondra Lee Samples; daughters, Tara (Daniel) Thompson and Tracy (Sean) Wilson; son, Scott Travis Samples; grandchildren, Ella and Jake Thompson; sisters, Joyce Dean and Judith Samples; and brother, Myron Dale Samples. Randall was known for his kind, gentle spirit and subtle sense of humor. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing, and was also an experienced gardener. Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 30, at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church in Maysel, W.Va.   Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Hermitage FH.com for the Samples Family.

Oct 21 2019   Paige Nile Willis, age 88, of Clay and Victor W Va, passed away on Saturday Oct 19th at the Hubbard House in South Charleston. He was a retired Conservation Officer for the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources with over 33 years of service. He was also a member of the Clay Lodge No. 97 AF & AM, as well as the Scottish  Rite of Freemasonry. He also served in the U S Army.  Paige was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Eva Jean Willis. When he was five years old, his Mother Hester Forsythe Willis passed away from pneumonia. He was preceded in death by his father and step mother, Nile Thomas Willis and Lilly Walker Willis; sisters Eloise Bays Blume and Gail Blume; brothers Nile Thomas Willis Jr and  Bobby Lee Willis. He is survived by his step daughter and her husband Anna and Nella Bird of Yawkey; stepson and his wife, Larry and Linda Williams of Elizabeth; sisters Clara Fay Ewing and her husband Bob of White Sulphur Springs and Jeanie Willis Brickwell and her husband Donald of Fayetteville. He is survived by his grandsons Mathew Williams and Jason Williams and his wife Jan of Elizabeth; great grand children Levi, Alex, Jaclee, Hunter, and Kaden of Elizabeth and several loving neices and nephews, cousins, and family members. Funeral services will  be noon, Thursday, Oct 24th,  at Koontz Funeral Home, Hamlin W Va with Pastor Dennis Legg officiating. Internment will follow at  Orchard Hill Memory Gardens, Yawkey. Visitation will be from 11 am to Noon on Thursday, Oct 24th at the the funeral home.

Oct 21 2019   Woodie Arnold Neff, 75, of Bickmore, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 20, 2019. Born March 18, 1944, he was the son of the late Joe and Sarah Julemmy (Bragg) Neff.  In addition to his parents, Woodie was also preceded in death by his brothers, Roy and Troy Neff and sisters, Fonda Nicholas and Blanch McCune. Woodie was a retired coal miner, devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Ollie (Marling) Neff; sons, Chris (Bobbie) and Jamie Neff and daughter, Rebekah (James) Holcomb; 9 grandchildren, Jeremiah Neff, Joshua (Delenna) Neff, Felicia Neff, Trevor (Katie) Neff, Austin Morris, Cory Morris, James Morris, Monny Holcomb and Israel Holcomb; 4 great-grandchildren, Landon Neff, Amara Neff, Audrianna Neff and Ayden Neff. Woodie is also survived by his brothers, Ray and Orgle Neff and sisters, Shirley Davis and Wanda Taylor . The family would like to thank his Hospice nurses, Sonja and Pat. Per  Mr. Neff's request, there will be no services. On-line condolences may be sent to family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Neff  Family.

Oct 18 2019  Myrl M. Jarrett, 94, of Indore, entered into rest on October 10, 2019. Born on August 25, 1925, in Indore, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Isabella Sanders Ghee. She was a retired executive director of CCDC in Clay, WV. Left to mourn her passing are her children, Maris, Gerry, Terry, Ronnie, Linda and Marsha; 19 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild with two more on the way. Funeral service will be 12 noon Monday, October 21, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Herb Vance officiating.  Burial will follow in the Jarrett Family Cemetery, Indore. Friends may visit with the family from 6 pm to 8 pm on Sunday at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Jarrett family.

Oct 18 2019   Roland Oliver Grose, 74, of O’Brien, WV, passed away October 10, 2019. Born on June 6, 1945, in Maysel, WV, he was the son of the late Hubert and Beulah Cadle Grose.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Angela Grose. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Grose; children, Damon (Marla) Grose of Charleston, Karen (Buck) Morris of Chloe, Teresa (Jimmy) Fitzwater of Duck, Richard Grose of Duck, Christie  (Brian) Johnson of Hartville, OH and  Jack (Misty) Grose of Charleston; 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and 6 brothers. Funeral service will be 1 pm Saturday, October 19, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay with Minister Freddy Schoolcraft officiating. Burial will follow in the Grose Family Cemetery, O’Brien. Friends may visit with the family from 11 am til 1 pm prior to the service. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Grose family.

Oct 15 2019 Anna Mae (Annie) Rodgers, age 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, October 13, 2019, in Pickerington, Ohio.   She was born in Gauley Bridge, WV on Sept 5, 1936 to Fred and Lucille Ward. Annie truly lived her life to the fullest through the simple pleasures of gardening alongside her husband, baking, quilting and enjoying time with her family. Anna Mae always surrounded their home with lush, beautiful flower gardens and had fresh vegetables from their garden on the dinner table each night. Her pantry was full of her homemade apple butter, pepper jelly and an assortment of freshly canned vegetables. Anna Mae will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.  Anna Mae will be lovingly remembered by Daughter, Karen Holbrook; Grand-daughters, Cynthia Keith (Jonathan), Courtney (Ronald) Munoz, Lyndsey (Joe) Kuznar, Chelsea Millay, Whitney Millay; Great-grandchildren, Lily, Nathan, Jayen, Tristan, Emmanuel, Skyler, Aria, Bella, Avery; Sisters, Caroline (Tom) Wristin, Alma Emmers, Nancy Owens; Stepdaughter, Gaye (Randy) Pauley; Stepson, Alan (Marsha) Rodgers.  She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 47 years, Harless D Rodgers; Parents, Fred and Lucille Ward; Siblings, Fred Ward JR, Emogene Winebrenner, Ilene Woods, Granddaughters; Amber and Breiana. Special thanks to Gaye and Randy Pauley for the extra love, care and support they gave to Harless and Annie in the last few years of their lives. Funeral Service will be held 12:30 PM Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Pennington Smith Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge WV with Minister Brett Wiley officiating.  Friends may gather with the family at the funeral home beginning at 11:00 AM prior to the service. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at  penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Rodgers family.

Oct 15 2019  Dakota Paul Jones aka Doda, 26, of Lizemores, entered into rest Friday, October 11, 2019.  He was born December 20, 1992 in Charleston, WV. Dakota served as a Horizontal Engineer in the US Army and served in Afghanistan. Dakota is survived by his father Robert Jones (Jennifer Taylor) of Lizemores, WV and mother Tamra Dawson (Glen) of Lester, WV; brothers Brandon Jones of Craigsville, WV, Bryan Jones (Sara) of Levisee, WV, Trevor McClain of Belva, WV, Jason Dawson (Charli) of Cross Lanes, WV; sisters Brittan Barley (Caleb) of Mt Hope, WV and Jesse Thomas (James) of Beckley, WV; three nieces; and his brothers and sisters of the 779 Engineering Corp 3rd Platoon of Parkersburg.  A Graveside Service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar, WV with Minister W.T. Jeffrey officiating.  A visitation with friends and family will be held at Pennington Smith Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge, WV Wednesday, October 16 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Oct 8 2019  Leota J. Adkins, 64, of Duck, WV entered into rest on October 7, 2019 surrounded by her family. Born on December 11, 1954, in Clay, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Betty (Casto) Adkins. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Ronnie Adkins and her sister, Ruth Ann McKinney. She is survived by her brothers, Dale, Michael and Junior, all of Duck, and David and Tony of Birch River; sisters, Connie Adkins Conklin of Fairmont, Sherri Lafever of Birch River and Norma Adkins of Harrison; numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be 1 pm Friday, October 11, 2019, at the Adkins Cemetery, Dog Run, with Minister Robert “Bob” Mylott officiating. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Adkins family.

Oct 7 2019  Anitra (Cricket) Starcher, 79, of Ivydale, W.Va went to be with the Lord on October 6, 2019. She was born November 7, 1939 in Ivydale, W.Va., a daughter of the late Carl and Sybil Hall Bragg. She is survived by her husband Carol (Kayo) Starcher; children James (Joan) Starcher, Connie (Gary) Medvetz; sisters Toni Varney, Shirley Hughes, Trina Hager; grandchildren Amy Bradock, Robert Shue, Jeffery Hotchkiss, Kerry Jr. Swift, Jessica Swift, Joseph Presley Jr., and many nieces, nephews, and great-grandchildren, along with beloved caretakers Karla Tanner and Jeanne Dawson.  In addition to her parents, she is proceeded in death by brothers James Bragg and Isaac Bragg; son, Robert Starcher and daughter Debbie Ann Swift. A funeral service will be held at Stump Funeral Home & Cremation, Inc., Arnoldsburg, WV on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Jamie Williamson and Pastor Gene Copen officiating.  Visitation will be held Tuesday evening, 5:30-8:00 p.m.  Interment will be in Coen Cemetery.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.stumpfuneralhomes.com

Oct 7 2019  Donald J. Haynes, 75, of Bickmore, WV entered into rest October 4, 2019 at CAMC-Memorial Division. He was a retired school bus driver for the Clay County Board of Education. Born February 26, 1944, in Roane County, he was the son of the late Donald Haynes and Arlene (Neal) Coen.  In addition to his parents, he was also proceeded in death by his half- brother, Roger Coen of Bickmore, WV. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Pamela Jo (Davis) Haynes; son, Andy Haynes of Clendenin; daughters, Juliana Morris of Bickmore, WV and Jeanna Haynes of Bickmore, WV; brothers, Joe Haynes of Bickmore;  step-brothers, Delno Coen of Clay, Eugene Coen of Rockingham, NC and Michael Coen of North Carolina; 7 grandchildren. A private graveside service for family will be October 7, 2019 at 1:00 P.M. at Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore, WV.  A memorial service will be held at a later date. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to serve the Haynes family

Oct 7 2019 Jack “Sam” Thomas Naylor, 50, of Drennen, WV entered into rest on October 1, 2019. He was born on February 18, 1969 in Cleveland, OH. Jack is survived by his wife Kimberley Beth (Dean) Naylor of Drennen, WV; daughters, Kaitlin Marie Naylor (Brandon) of Summersville and Brittany Nicole Thomas (Myra) of Summersville, WV; mother-in-law, Minnie Dean: sister-in-law; Chrissy Dean Wooten (Jason) and niece, Makayla Wooten. Per Mr. Naylor’s request, he will be cremated with no services. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, WV is honored to serve the Naylor Family.

Oct 7 2019 On Thursday, October 3, 2019, Donald Lindbergh Samples, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, hero, best friend, supporter, overcomer, and rock to many, passed away at the age of 91. He lived most of his life in Procious, WV.  Born May 17, 1928. He was a Navy Veteran, a 32nd degree Mason (Clay County Lodge #97 AF&AM), VFW Post 10476, and American Legion Post 0113. He had many jobs over the years including Dupont, Pipelining, Coal Mining, Kroger, Chevrolet Truck division in Cleveland, OH (making 1200 left truck fenders a day), Freuhauf Trailer in Elyria, OH, Cadillac Cleveland Tank plant; where he completed welding school was assigned to the turret division, back to Dupont in 1952, then in 1953 driving a bus in Columbus, OH. From there he got a job as a welder making coal mining equipment and over the 7 years, was promoted to time and standards engineer. He took classes at The Ohio State University, College of Engineering in Welding Engineering then took a job with North American Aviation, making Navy Jet Fighters. Then 10 years at Clendenin Lumber, promoted to VP, later he started politics and commercial businesses in Clay County: Samples Market and Samples Building Supply, 12 years as Clay County Commissioner. After earning a “University of Hard Knocks” degree from Jim Comstock and Alderson Broaddus, he earned a Regents Bachelor of Arts from Glenville State College in 1980. In 1988 he accepted the position as Supervisor of Clay County DOH, and finally in 1991 he took the camp manager position at the Advent Christian Camp Ground in Santa Cruz, California. He loved to travel and visited several countries in Europe and completed a goal of visiting all 50 of the United States. In keeping with his favorite, and most-known, piece of wisdom and advice passed down to all who loved him was “fake it till you make it,” and he certainly made it.   He had a passion for creating welded metal art sculptures for friends and family. He had an amazing ability to see a pile of scrap metal as people, horses, dogs, flowers, bugs, dinosaurs and more. These sculptures are sprinkled about all over the country and are prized possessions to those friends and family members.  Preceded in death by parents Jake (1941) and Eva Samples (1997), his first wife of 58 years, Nora “Carmin” Samples (2006), and his daughter Vicki Paxton Samples (1995), sister Violet Claire Wyche (2010) and brothers “Boy Roy” (Tony) Samples (2019), Dickie (1971) and Mark (1932). He is survived by his Bride, Judy Samples, his sisters Phillis Joy Samples, Garnet Kay “Katie” Khan, and Sherry Bassy; and daughter Vivian Yvonne Maynor, grandchildren Abraham Jones, Jill Grandchamp, and Jodi Grimm, and great grandchildren Jordan and Justin Jones, Dylan, Cameron, and Morgan Grandchamp, and Luke, Tyler, Emily, and Bryce Grimm.   No services are planned per his wishes. In leu of flowers, please make a donation in Honor or in Memory to HospiceCareWV
 

Oct 2 2019  Joshua Alexander Foster, Memorial Service at a later Date per request of the Family.

Oct 2 2019  Paul E. Adkins, Jr. age 74, of Clay, formerly of South Charleston, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday October 1, 2019 at his residence. He was born March 1, 1945 in Huntington, son of the late Paul E., Sr. and Georgia Mae Hunt Adkins. Paul was a graduate of Marshall University and earned his Masters degree in education from WVU.  He was a teacher and principal in Kanawha and Clay County Schools. He was named Teacher of Excellence at Clay Elementary in 1999 and Teacher of the Year of Clay County Schools in 2009.  Paul is survived by his daughter, Jama, her husband Frank Whittaker of South Charleston; grandchildren, Amanda Mattix, her husband Robert of South Charleston, and Cole Whittaker, his wife Shannon of Cross Lanes; great grandchildren, Gabe and Lucy Mattix;  his sister, Patty Hayes of Proctorville, OH, and his former wife, Jo Elaine Bauman of South Charleston. A service to Honor the Life of Paul will be held at 12:00 noon on Friday October 4, 2019 at Spring Hill Baptist Church, South Charleston with Pastor Dean Chambers officiating.  Interment will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.  Family and friends may visit from 11:00 am to service time at the church. Memories of Paul may be shared by visiting snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements.

Oct 2 2019 Charles Robert King, 81, of Chloe, died Monday, September 30, 2019, at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown. He was a retired employee of Ford Motor Co., Cleveland, Ohio and a member of the U.A.W., Local 1250, Brook Park, Ohio. Also, he was a member of the Linden Lodge No. 83, A.F. & A.M., Linden. Survivors include his daughter, Melinda Sampson of Chloe; son, Charles Robert King, Jr. of Doylestown, Ohio; sisters, Patricia Sears of Chloe, Emogene and Kareen; brothers, Ford Drake of Clay County and Jerry Drake of Ohio. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou King; daughter, Mary Jane King; son, Clifford R. King; grandson, Cody; mother, Malinda Bell King; father, Otha Oren Drake; brothers, Harvey Hicks, Raymond, Jack and Mart Drake; sisters, Pauline, Ruth and Cleo. There will be a gathering of family and friends from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, October 5 at the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer. Burial, with Masonic Graveside Rites, will be at a later date. Condolences may be expressed at www.taylorfuneralhomeinc.com

Oct 1 2019 George H. ‘Jink’ Johnson, 87, of Alta, WV, died peacefully in his sleep on September 27, 2019, at Montgomery Rehab and Nursing in Montgomery, WV. Jink was born on March 14, 1932, in Gamoca, to the late George E. and Eula Kauff Johnson.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Charlotte and his brother, Olaf E. Johnson.  Jink proudly served as a medic in the US Army during the Korean War and received the Purple Heart among other medal of honors.  He worked at Hawks Nest Country Club as a Green’s superintendent his entire career.  He loved to fish, camp, garden but most of all he loved his family dearly. He is survived by his sister, Loreine Markle of Dixie, WV; daughter, Brenda Ray (John) of Durham, NC; son, Rev. Dr. George D. ‘Danny’ Johnson (Christi) of Edgeville, SC;  grandchildren, whom he loved with all his heart, Taylor Ray (Belen) of Buenos Aires, Argentina and Dr. Sam Ray (fiance Ryan) of Durham, NC; and great-grand daughter, Leyla Ann Ray of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The memorial service will be 11 am Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens, Glasgow. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfunerahome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes for you to give to your favorite charity in Jink’s honor. The family would also like to extend their appreciation to the staff at Montgomery Rehab and Nursing for all they did for our Dad/brother/papaw-you loved him like a member of your family and we will be eternally grateful.  Pennington-Smith Funeral Home, Gauley Bridge, is honored to be serving the Johnson family.

Sept 28 2019  Irene Brown Taylor, 97 of Bickmore, WV entered into rest September 26 , 2019 at Montgomery Elderly Care. Born October 17, 1921 in Bickmore, WV, she was the daughter of the late John Henry Brown and Annabelle Brown. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Emery Arnold Taylor; son, John “Edgar” Taylor; 5 brothers; 5 sisters and 6 grandchildren. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Arnold (Geraldine) Taylor of Summersville, William Mancil (Jean) Taylor of Barker, NY, Roger Dale Taylor of Wallback, David Lynn (Alice) Taylor of Medina, NY, Randall Lee Taylor of Bergen, NY, Hattie Jane Shaffer of LeRoy, NY, Martha Faye Latton of Albion, NY, Chana Ellen Kreutz of Byron, NY, Constance Regina (Larry) Corke of Albion, NY, Letha Ann Sackett of Bergen, NY, Charlene Beth Taylor of Medina, NY and Rebecca Sue (Jeff) Neff of Bickmore; 2 sisters, Maggie (Wayne)  Taylor of Albion, NY and Martha Moore of Albion, NY; several grandchildren and a host of great, great-great- and great-great-great grandchildren.  Funeral service will be 12 noon on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, WV, with Ministers Jeffrey Neff and Arnold Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore, WV. Friends may visit with the family from 10 am til service time. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Taylor family.

Sept 28 2019 Sharon Avis (Hardway) Harper, 79, of Apple Grove, WV entered into rest September 26, 2019 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Born on November 19, 1939 in Dink, WV, she was the daughter of the late Bertis Eddis Hardway and Lina Margaret (Boggs) Hardway.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her son, Roger E. Harper, Jr.  and daughter, Sherry Ann Harper. She was a member of Barton Chapel Church, Apple Grove. She enjoyed crafting, sewing, scrapbooking and quilting. Her hobbies included gardening and crossword puzzles. Sharon was an avid reader. She is survived by her husband, Roger E. Harper; daughter, Crystal (Bruce)  Williams of Apple Grove, WV: brother,  Bertis “Chuck” (Ruth) Hardway of Vermilion ,OH: sister, Patricia Legg of Duck, WV: grandson, Curtis Hammond of Apple Grove: step-grandson, Kory (Sarah) Williams  of Cross Lanes, WV; step great-grand daughter, Riley Williams and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 6-8 P.M. September 30, 2019 at Barton Chapel Church, Apple Grove.
Funeral service will be 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at Rush Fork Community Church, Rush Fork, WV.  There will be a one hour visitation from 12 noon til 1:00 P.M. prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow in the McGlothlin Cemetery, Rush Fork, WV. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfunerahome.com. Wilson–Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Harper family

Sept 27 2019 Jewel Ann Boyd, 82, of Cedar Grove, WV entered into rest September 25, 2019 at Montgomery General Hospital. Born on December 6, 1936, in Clay County, she was the daughter of the late Lee Webster and Virginia Holcomb Rhodes.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Peter Boyd. She is survived by her son, Don (Diane) Lively of Clay: daughter, Frances M. Bryant (Joe) of Cedar Grove: grandchildren, Josh Lively of Clay and Adam J. Persinger of Cedar Grove: brothers, Russell “Eddy” Rhodes of Clay, Roy Rhodes of Canton, Ohio and Ray Rhodes of Hartland, WV. Special thanks to the Persinger sisters, Megan, Kaitlyn , and  “Kenzie” for being a special part of Jewel’s life. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Mark Seacrist officiating. Friends may visit with family from 12 noon til service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in North Lawn Cemetery in Canton, Ohio. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at  carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.

Sept 23 2019 Paulette Johnson, 69 of Clendenin, WV entered into rest September 16, 2019 after a long illness. She is preceded in death by her earthly father Charles Helmick. Paulette was a homemaker that is survived by her mother Silvia Johnson Helmick; of Charleston, WV; by her three sons, Brian of Clendenin; Stephen of Newton; and Eugene of Raliegh , MS; Grandson Steven Wiseman of Clendenin, WV; and Granddaughter Rebecca Wiseman of Wallback, WV. She is also survived by three brothers, Ronnie Helmick of Wallback, WV; Larry Joe Helmick of Birch River, WV; and Raymond Helmick of Newton, WV. Five grandchildren, and several great-children. Graveside service will be Monday September 23, 2019 ate Helmick Cemetery Wallback, WV. 11:00 AM With Minister Stewart Cottrell officiating.

Sept 20 2019  John H. Ramsey, 79, of Lizemores and Hinton, WV, entered into rest on September 11, 2019, at James L. West Memory Care and Hospice Center in Fort Worth, TX. John was born on April 30, 1940, in Mc Dunn, West Virginia, to the late Nolan D. and Nellie Vires Ramsey.  He graduated from Clay County High School in 1960 and entered the US Air Force. John proudly served his country at home and abroad, was a veteran of the Vietnam War and retired from the Air Force as a MSGT with 22 years of service.  After his military service, John returned to his beloved West Virginia roots, where he worked for the Clay County Board of Education. Throughout his life, he exhibited a passion for the land and was an avid gardener.  John was a loving brother, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Timothy and Veronica Ramsey of Johnson City, TX, Robert and Angie Ramsey of Addison, TX and Christopher and Shawna Ramsey of Fort Worth, TX; his  grandchildren, Amber, Shawna, Taylor, Harley, Krystal, Baylee, Justin, Aubrilyn, Lenzy, Zachary Taylor, Preston, Katy, Ryan and CJ; his great-grandchildren, Athena, Brody, Avery, Waylon and Liam; and his siblings, Nolan Ramsey, Sr. of Massillon, OH, George Ramsey, Sr. of Clover, SC, Veda Bemo of Talcott, WV, Anne Decker of Leesburg, VA, Roselee Adkins of Medina, NY, Noah Ramsey of New York, NY and Ernie Ramsey of Elizabethtown, NC.  Funeral service will be 12:30 pm, Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, WV, with Minister Shane Wynn officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 11 am til service time. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Wounded Warriors Project or to James L. West Memory Care Center, 1111 Summit Avenue, Fort Worth, TX, 76012.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Ramsey family.

Sept 17 2019 ALEXANDER JACKSON “ALEX” MILLER, 17, of Spencer, West Virginia died suddenly and unexpectedly Friday, September 13, 2019 on the football field in Clay County, West Virginia. Alex was born January 6, 2002 in Spencer, a son of Sean and April Blankenship Miller. He was a senior at Roane County High School where he was a member of the football team among other things. He loved life and his family and friends and playing his guitar. He was a devout Christian and a member of the Boggs Fork Community Church and the Boggs Fork Youth Group.  In addition to his parents, Alex is survived by two younger sisters, Abby and Bree Miller; paternal grandparents, Jackie and Warren Starcher and Wayne and Dee Dee Miller; maternal grandparents, Mike and Janet Blankenship; paternal great-grandparents, Jack, who was his best friend, and Doris Lemaster; maternal great-grandmother, Edith Neiding; one aunt, Amy (Edward) Patton; two uncles, Derek Miller and Michael Blankenship; and several other extended family members. Alex’s funeral services will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 4:00pm at the Roane County High School with Pastor Russell Stump officiating. Visiting hours will be from 11:00am until time of the service at the high school. After the service the body will be cremated with burial of his ashes taking place at a later date in the Short Cemetery, Boggs Fork. TAYLOR-VANDALE FUNERAL HOME, 206 Beauty Street, Spencer, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to the scholarship fund for Alex. Make checks payable to the Miller Family, c/o Principal Bill Heis, 1 Raider Way, Spencer, WV 25276.

Phyllis Audrey Legg (Backus), 74, departed for her heavenly home on September 13, 2019.  Born on April 9, 1945 she was preceded in death by her parents William and Lydia (Keith) Backus. Phyllis is survived by her husband John Legg of Belva; sons Terry (Sherry) Legg of Belva, and Gary (Rose) Legg of Belva; daughter Candy (Kevin) Scarbrough of Belva; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sisters Pearl Brown of Belva and Gladys Huff of Lafayette, GA; brother Billy Foster of Montgomery; niece by birth but daughter by heart Ginny Foster of Dixie and special cousin Pribble Davis. Funeral Service will be held 1 PM Monday, September 16, 2019 at Bell Creek Missionary Baptist Church, Dixie, WV with Pastor Shane Wynn officiating. Burial will follow in the Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens, Glasgow, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Legg family.

James Wilbur Abbott, 65, of Maysel passed away Monday September 9, 2019 at Hubbard Hospice House after a long illness. He was the son of the late Wilbur and Ellen O’Dell Abbott. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Glennis Abbott. James was retired from the state of West Virginia. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved his family. The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff of Hubbard hospice House for their kindness. He is survived by: sons, Brian and Shawn Abbott; daughter, Tabitha Pickens; sisters, Joan Nichols, Becky Burdette and Gina Brown; several grandchildren; and several great grandchildren. As per his request there will be a private service September 28, 2019 and the burial will be in the Payne Cemetery Clendenin, WV. Online condolences may be expressed at maticsfuneralhome.com.

Roy R. (Tony) Samples, 80, of Procious, peacefully entered into rest August 30, 2019 at the Cleveland Clinic after a short illness. Born on October 12, 1938, in Clay, WV, he was the son of the late Jake and Eva Samples.  Tony was a supervisor for Union Carbide in Institute retiring in 1989. He truly enjoyed his many years of retirement and could often be found cutting firewood or spending time with his buddies in Procious, Roxie and River Schoolcraft.  He was an avid gardener, Outdoorsman and a key part of the Clay County community as a long time Little League coach and supporter of the Clay County High School Athletic Boosters. He was a founding member of the Clay High School Ramp Dinner held each spring.  Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Wilma G. (Jerri) Samples of Procious; sons, Danny (Tammy) of Scott Depot; Dale (Randi) of Memonimee, MI; Mike of Procious; brother, Don (Judy) Samples; sisters, Phyllis Samples, Kay (Mo) Khan; Sherry (Charles) Bassey; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.   A special thanks to his caregivers at CAMC in Charleston and the Cleveland Clinic who took such great care of him and the family. No services are planned.

Thomas B. Andrick, age 97, a resident of Burner Rd. Union Community Philippi, passed away Friday September 6, 2019 in the United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. Tom was born November 18, 1921 in Barbour County, WV a son of the late Arley and Dora B. (Williams) Andrick.  Tom was united in marriage on August 20, 1943 to Audra G. (Dadisman) Andrick who preceded him in death on June 24, 2010.  Surviving are- Five children, Thomas D. Andrick and wife Karen of Pinellas Park, FL Blainetta Barnes of Sims, IN Michael Trent Andrick and wife Sara of Philippi, Judith Craft of Indianapolis, IN, Daniel Ray Andrick of Belington, Niece whom Tom reared, Luwanna Hunt of KY,  14 grandchildren, 29 great- grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren.  Tom was preceded in death by daughter Cathy R. Hogan, grand daughter Sarah Barnes, and 12 brothers and sisters.  Tom retired as a school teacher after 40 years of teaching, he had taught in several schools in Indiana and West Virginia. He was a shop teacher at Clay High School.  He enjoyed gardening, and entering is produce at the Barbour County Fair to be exhibited, Tom tended to his orchard and caring for his bees.  Tom was a member of the Barbour County Bee Keepers Association.  Tom was also a member of the Union Church of Christ where he served as an Elder.  Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Monday September 9, from 4-8 pm and on Tuesday September 10, Tom will be moved to the Union Church of Christ to lie in state from 1- 3 pm.  Funeral services will be conducted at 3 pm with Evangelist Ron Loughery officiating.  Interment will follow in the Pitman Cemetery.
 

Dylan Randall Cleaves, son of Dennis ad Charlotte (Koch) Cleaves was born Oct 6 1989 in Stockton CA. We went to eternal rest on August 19 2019 in Dickinson ND at the age of 29 years. He is survived by his wife Kathleen and three sons, Keegan, Konner, and Dylan. His parents, dennis and Charlotte Cleaves, one brother Cody (Lyndsay) Cleaves and one sister Ashley Calvert. His nephews Landen and Liam; neice Anzlee. His grand parents Janet Koch, Barbara Haselman & Denis Cleaves Jr. Great Grandmother Dora Markle, many coisins, aunts, and uncles.  He was preceded in death by his grandfather Randall Koch, great Grandfather William Markle and brother in law Aaron Calvert.

Sept 6 2019  Leawanda Whaling, 59, of Clay, entered into rest Thursday, September 5, 2019, at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown after a short illness. Born on July 4, 1959, in Roane County, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Dana McKinney Miller.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Eugene Miller and her half- brother, Jimmy Miller. She was an employee of Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, WV. Survivors include her husband, David  Whaling of Clay; daughters, Melinda (David) Webb of Austin, TX, Beverly Whaling of Clay and Danielle Whaling of Duck; 8 grandchildren, Madison, Rayna, Ian, Taylor, Colton, Addison, Logan and Harper; sister, Loretta (Adam) Tallman of Looneyville; niece, Holly, nephews, Daniel and Wyatt, and many friends. She will be missed greatly by family and friends. Per her request, there will be no services. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, is honored to be serving the Whaling family.

Junior Dodrill, 92, of Duck, passed away August 31, 2019 at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown. He was born July 3, 1927 in New Mexico a son of the late Taylor and Maude Smith Dodrill. Junior enjoyed watching TV, especially old westerns and action shows. He enjoyed life. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Ramsey Dodrill; three daughters and two sons; eight grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son and an infant daughter. Junior was cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Words of comfort and memories may be shared with the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway.

Sept 3 2019   Richard L. Willis, 68, of Duck, WV entered into Heaven on Saturday, August 31, 2019. Born on January 18, l951, in Clarksburg, he was the son of Clifford and Madelyn Bonnell Willis.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Rebecca Willis and his brother-in-law, Gary Dawson. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Willis; son, Michael Willis; sister, Jane Merritt (Jim) of West Union; brother, Mark Willis (Lori) of Bedford, NH; brother-in-law, Joe Dawson (April); Nephews and nieces, Josh Merritt (Alisa), Hannah, Sarah and Noah Merritt of Wardensville, Amanda (Pat) Gump of Pine Grove, Jessica (Joe) Zimo of Pittsburgh, PA, McKenzie Willis of Tampa, FL and Joe, Clare and Holt Dawson from Duck; Uncle, Rance Willis of Alexandria, VA; aunt, Dessie Rice of Rockville, MD; special cousin, Michael Elden of Venice, FL and father and mother-in-law, James and Joan Dawson of Duck. Rick graduated from Doddridge County High School in 1969, attended WVU and Salem and had a lengthy career as a science teacher with Doddridge and then Clay County Schools.  He also coached basketball and golf.  He continued teaching golf throughout his retirement. He was a member of Strange Creek Church. Funeral services will be on Saturday, September 7, 2019, at 10 A.M. at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay with Minister Joe Dawson and his Pastor Vic Shingler officiating.  Burial will be at the Dawson Farm, Duck. Friends may gather with the family from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. on Friday, September 6, 2019 at the funeral home.  A Memorial Service will be held at  2:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at the West Union Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to the church of your choice or ours, Strange Creek Church, Horner’s Fork Baptist Church, Fairview Baptist Temple or West Union Baptist Church. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Willis family. .

Tony Samples of Procious. No details provided as of Sept 3

Aug 30 2019  Ellen Edna Cottrell, 93, of Wallback, entered into rest August 29, 2019, at Clay Health Care in Clay. Born on March 9, 1926, in Dink, she was the daughter of the late Almond and Nancy (James) Waugh. She was a faithful member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Wallback. Ellen was a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing quilts, gardening, and was a senior citizen member. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Walter Cottrell, sisters Lyndia Cottrell, Catherine Ross, and Ann Cottrell. She is survived by her sister Elise Ross of OH, sons Marvin L.H (Eva June) Cottrell of Newton Falls, OH, Richard Walter (Vicki) Cottrell of Marshville, OH. Daughters, Wanda Jean Beckett of Sterling, OH, Wilma Sue (Senate Jr.) Parsons of Wallback, WV, Sheila Elaine (Greg) Thorne of Wallback, WV, and Kathy Renea (Michael) Jett of Henderson, NC, 12 Grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 1 great -great - grandchild. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 1st, 2:00 P.M at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, with one hour visitation prior to service. Burial service will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Wallback. Special “Thank You” to all the staff of Clay Health Care Nursing Home in Big Otter, WV, and to all the staff of Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston. Online condolences can be sent to family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

Aug 28 2019 Charles Ford Deems, 81, of Clay, passed away August 26, 2019 at CAMC Memorial Hospital. He was born December 5, 1937 in Ira, WV a son of the late Charles Walter Deems and Gaynell Esther Wood. Charles helped his neighbors doing different jobs for them including splitting wood.  He was a gardener. He was a fantastic cook and enjoyed cooking and baking cornbread.  He enjoyed deer hunting and being outdoors.  He worked as a heavy equipment operator and in a sawmill over the years of his life. He is survived by his companion, Matilda Duffield; brother, Danville Deems and wife, Charlotte of Indore; sister, Letha Cantrell of Gassaway. Graveside service will be 3 P.M. Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Deems-Duffield Cemetery at Clay with Reverend Wayne Litton officiating. Words of comfort and memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.  Service of Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway.

William Ronald “Ronnie” Walker Jr., 71, of Maysel passed away Monday July 29, 2019 at home after a sudden illness. He was a Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War and a Heavy Machinery Truck Driver. He is survived by: daughter, Katie Brown and her son Mark.  Per his wishes he had a private graveside service at the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery in Dunbar, WV on Wednesday August 14, 2019. Matics Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at maticsfuneralhome.com.

Aug 26 2019   Billy Joe Blankenship, 63, of Maysel, entered into rest August 26, 2019, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, WV.  Born on September 3, 1955, in Clay, he was the son of the late Ernest and Lora Sampson Blankenship. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Ernest Blankenship, Jr. He was an upholsterer, mechanic and truck driver. He was an outdoors man and loved hunting and fishing. Survivors include his son, Christopher (Patricia) Blankenship of Dublin, VA, his children, Daysha, Jazmin, Christopher, Jr., Mia, and Destiny; daughters, Amanda Mullins of Maysel and her daughter, Mercadize, Miranda (Brian) Salisbury, her daughter, Danielle, and son, Owen,  of Maysel and Billie (Jason) Pringle of Wytheville, VA, her children, Montana Westfall, Alivia Pringle, and Daniel Lee Thomas Pringle; brother, Stephen Blankenship of Alabama; sisters, Peggy Dawson of Clay, Kimberly Blake of Big Otter and Janet Myers of Kentucky; eleven grandchildren. Per Mr. Blankenship’s request, there will be no services. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay is honored to be serving the Blankenship family.

Nick George formerly of Two Run, the guy that drove the shiny new Mustangs, sometimes referred to as Mr Nothing, died the third week of August, 2019 at his home in Milton, W Va. WIlson Funeral Home is handling the private graveside service and burial.

Aug 26 2019  Glennis E. Abbott, 59, of Maysel, entered into rest on August 23, 2019, at his residence. Born on May 17, 1960, in Charleston, he was the son of the late Wilbert and Ellen A. O’Dell Abbott. Glenn attended Blue Knob Church. Survivors include his brother, James W. Abbott of Maysel; sisters, Joan Nichols of Clay, Rebecca Burdette of Procious and Gina Cobb of Clay; special niece, Brooklyn Cobb. There will be no services.

Aug 26 2019  Betty Zane Neal, 96, of Bickmore, entered into rest August 23, 2019, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, WV. Born on February 10, 1923, in Bickmore, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Blanche Ramsey Schoonover. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Neal. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Christina and Ricky McLaughlin; grandsons, Mickey and Jeremy McLaughlin and 4 great- grandchildren.  Graveside service will be 1 pm Wednesday, August 28, at the Schoonover Cemetery on Beechy Ridge with Minister Mike Schoonover officiating.

Aug 26 2019   Earl Given, 79, of Spencer, went home to be with the Lord, August 21, 2019. He was born January 17, 1940 at Widen, the son of the late Hamilton and Lola Butcher Given. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Reba Eagle Given; and his loving grandmother, Belle Butcher, who raised him. Survivors include his loving wife, Linda Simmons Given; daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Bill Pittman, Tammy Given, Rhondella Campbell, Machelle and Tony McCann; son, Randy Given; stepson and daughter-in-law, Billy and Kelly Morehead; 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, two step grandsons and one step granddaughter. Being born at Widen, Earl took great pride in creating and maintaining the historical record of names of the small coal mining community. He will be greatly missed but his legacy will live on in his love of nature, no nonsense approach to life and “do it right or don’t do it at all” work ethic he instilled in those he loved. A memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, September 1 at the Samples Reunion, Strange Creek, followed by a dinner.  Special thanks to all of the wonderful hospice caregivers, who provided loving support during his illness. The family requests donations to Hospice. Condolences may be expressed at www.taylorfuneralhomeinc.com
 

Aug 21 2019  John Clinton Rogers, 73, of Glen, passed away March 5, 2019. Born on October 13, 1945, in Greenbrier County, he was the son of the late Ray R. and June Rogers.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dimple; son, Johnny Rogers, Jr. ; brothers, Rufus  “Buster” and Butch Rogers and sister, Bessie McCune. He is survived by his daughter, Connie Miller of Glen; sons, James C. Rogers and Roger D. Rogers of West Virginia; sister, Ruth; grand children, Harry Miller, Jr. Justin Miller, Shana Miller (Mark Walker), Jacob Miller, Anna Moore, Ashlan Rogers, James Rogers II, Trey Rogers, Ty Rogers, Loretta Rogers, Christian Rogers and David Duncan; great-grandchildren, Marcus and Marquise Walker, Carleigh Neal, Myyah Walker, Jaden Miller, Harry Miller, III, Liam Miller, Autumn Miller, Dacota Moore, Jaydon Moore, David Moore  and Alexis Moore. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Rogers family. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.

Aug 20 2019  Calvin J. “Pop” Stewart, 76, of Swiss, entered into rest Friday, August 16, 2019. Born July 10, 1943 in Clay County, WV, he was the son of the late Duffy and Ida (Adkins) Stewart.  He was preceded in death by his sons Martin Stewart and Jessie Brooks; daughter Norma Jean Stewart; and sisters Drema Stewart and Mary Stone; brothers, Raymond and Billy Ray Stewart. Calvin is survived by his wife Wanda (Elkins) Stewart; son Calvin Jessie of North Carolina; daughter Crystal Stewart Thomas; brothers David Guy Stewart of Lizemores, WV, Roger Stewart of Vaughan, WV, and James Adkins of Albany, NY; sister Virgie Jones of Vaughan, WV; special nephew John “Shorty” Stewart; ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, August 22, 2019 at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge, WV with Minister Justin Neal officiating. Burial will follow in Sims United Methodist Church Cemetery, Swiss, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Stewart family.

Aug 20 2019 Charles A. Pritt, 59, of Alta, entered into rest Friday, August 16, 2019. Born January 1, 1960 in Gauley Bridge, WV, he was the son of the late Wetzel L. Cora E. (Walton) Pritt.  He was preceded in death by his wife Chubetta Louise Pritt and son Lucas Pritt. Charles is survived by his son Charles “Gib” Pritt of Gauley Bridge, WV; brothers Robert Pritt of Ohio and Vernon Backus of Fayetteville; sisters Mattie Kincaid of Fayetteville, Roberta Young of Ohio, Joetta Hamilton of Glen Ferris, Ava Purdue of Mason, WV, Mary Whisman of Fayetteville. Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM Friday, August 23, 2019 at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge, WV. Burial will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore, WV.  Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Pritt family.

Aug 15 2019  Dalton B. Gill, 79, of Wallback, entered into rest August 12, 2019 at his residence. Born on February 19, 1940, in Elvira, WV, he was the son of the late Johnnie and Stella Hanshaw Gill. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Seifert. Dalton was a retired welder for Kaiser Aluminum in Ravenswood. He was a member of Ashton Lodge #12 in Ravenswood, Shriner and Eastern Star. Survivors include his wife, Sylvia Gill of Wallback; son, Bruce Gill of Wallback; daughter, Denise (Rick) Baylor of Independence, WV; brother, Donald B. Gill of Wallback; sisters, Sue Davis of Burbank, OH and Jean Chase of North Carolina; grandchildren, Branden  (Courtney) Bever of Masontown, WV; Amanda  Bever of Morgantown, WV,  Matt (Katie)  Gill of Ripley and Sabrina Gill of Ravenswood; great-grandchildren, Aubree Hill and Fern and Walden Bever. Funeral service will be 1 pm Friday, August 16, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Stewart Cottrell officiating. Burial will follow in the Hively Cemetery, Wallback. Friends may gather with the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family would like to extend a special thanks to HospiceCare. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston, WV  25387-2536. A special thanks to Dalton’s caregivers, Shari, Teresa, Penny, Susan and Debbie. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Gill family.

Aug 13 2019  Rena L. Priddy, 97, of Bickmore, went home to be with Jesus on August 12, 2019, at Clay Health Care Center. Born on October 2, 1921, in Braxton County, she was the daughter of the late Coach Stout and Tillie Brady Stout. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Elmer Priddy; sons, David Priddy and Jimmy Priddy; daughters, Pam Priddy and Dottie May;  brothers, Bunk Stout, Benard Stout, Frank Stout and Fred Stout; sisters, Mary Ripa, Pearlie, Bea Woods and Jean Cogar. She was a homemaker and attended Leatherwood Baptist Church.  Rena was a recipient of the traveling West Virginia segment that aired on the local television station to showcase her wood carvings and she went to art shows to exhibit her art. She was an artist and loved making things out of wood. Another of her passions was sewing.  She made a lot of her own clothing. Rena was of Cherokee Indian heritage and made sure to make people aware of this fact.  She was a Christian and loved the Lord and her family, praying for us daily. She is survived by her sons; Chuck Priddy of Paint Creek and Danny Priddy of Indiana; daughters, Judy McGlothlin of Bickmore, Linda Finlayson of Ohio and Patty Casto of Culloden; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be 1 pm Thursday August 15, 2019, at Hope Baptist Church in Frametown. Burial will follow in the Frametown Family Cemetery. Friends may gather with the family one hour prior to the service at the Church. Family was everything to her. We love and miss you Mom and Mamaw.

Michael Josiah Wilson passed away in Clay County WV as a result of an ATV accident on Sunday, August 4, 2019. Mike was a loving husband  and father and leaves behind his wife Dawn Kwiatkowski Wilson; his sons David and Jacob and his daughter Elizabeth all of Procious , WV. Mike also leaves behind his older sons, Matthew and Lee Wilson of Norwalk, OH. Mike was born in Cleveland Ohio on March 4, 1975 and is also survived by his parents, Ernest and Denise of  Millersburg, Ohio. Mike was proud of his service to his country from 2003 to 2005 as an Army engineer and was a disabled veteran. Mike was cremated and the family will have a celebration of his life at a later date. Donations may be made to assist his family with expenses

Aug 12 2019 Mary Louise Wood (Fox), 88, departed for her heavenly home on August 10, 2019. Born on May 11, 1931, in Oak Hill, she was preceded in death by her husband Samuel (Chubby) Wood, parents Willie and Edith Neff Fox, brother Jack Fox, sisters Marie Legg and Edith Mae Blake, and Aunt Ora Skaggs. Mary was a member of Gauley Bridge Baptist Church and a homemaker.  She is survived by her daughters Linda (Tony) Grbac of Cross Lanes and Sandra McDonald of Deepwater; one grandchild, Crystal Grbac (Jared) and two great-grandchildren Alexis and Ryan Grbac. Funeral Service will be held at noon Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at the Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge, WV. Burial will follow in the Highlawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at http://www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Wood family.

Aug 11 2019 Paul F. Smarr, 81, of Mt. Lookout, entered into rest August 8, 2019, in Montgomery General Hospital. Born on April 11, 1938, in Columbus, OH, he was the son of the late Asa G. and Helen Peck Smarr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Christina Smarr.  Paul was a retired coal miner. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Janet Smarr; son, Dean (Vicky) Smarr of Hurricane; daughters, Donna (Kenneth) Morton of  Lizemores, Tamra (Glen) Dawson of Lester, and Sandra (Rick) Conrad of Duck; sister, Evelyn Samples of Valley Fork; 8 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be 1 pm Sunday, August 11, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, with Minister Jeff Sevy officiating. Burial will follow in Clay Memorial Gardens, Clay. Friends may gather with the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Smarr family.

Aug 8 2019  Edith K. Kuntz (Humphrey), 96, departed for her heavenly home on August 7, 2019.  Born on June 27, 1923 she was preceded in death by her husband Charles Page Kuntz, parents Fred and Mary Ann Humphrey, brothers Howard, Ernest, George and Gene Humphrey, sisters Arlena Pullen, Louise Rogers, Eva Morris and grandson Ricky Dorsey. Edith was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She and her husband, Page, were farmers for more than 50 years.  Her home was always open and anyone visiting never left her home hungry. Edith is survived by her son John (Golden) Kuntz, Swiss; daughters Judy (Don) Gray, Clay, Brenda Dorsey, Bahama, NC, Sherrie Kuntz, Swiss; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister Ruby Hill, Alta; brother Clifford Humphrey, Alta and chosen family Sandra Burdette and Jack Kiser.  Funeral Service will be held 1 PM Monday, August 12, 2019 at the Swiss Missionary Baptist Church Swiss, WV with Minister Dennis Preast officiating. Burial will follow in the Kuntz Family Cemetery, Swiss, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Kuntz family.

Aug 7 2019  Jerry Glen Hubbard, 62, of Bickmore, went home to be with his Savior, Tuesday, August 6, 2019. Born on March 26, 1957, in Clay, he was the son of the late Jack and Eva (Starcher) Hubbard. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Donald and sister, Betty Nease. Jerry was a financial advisor for the state of West Virginia. He was a member of the Clay Lion’s Club and the Clay County Schools Booster association.  He was a blessing to Clay County Schools Athletic Department, where he was an avid announcer at Friday night football and a referee for many games. Survivors include his brothers, Larry of Hartland, Jackie of Bickmore, Charlie (Gina) of Conover, NC, Steve, Tommy and Ronald, all of Bickmore; sisters, Connie (Larry) Boggs of Lizemores, Gladis Haskins of Westminster, SC, Nancy Compton of Bickmore and Lisa Baker of Hickory, NC; many nieces, nephews and cousins and friends. Funeral service will be 1 pm Friday, August 9, 2019, at Middle Creek Baptist Church, Bickmore, with Minister Wayne Litton officiating.  Burial will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the Church. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Hubbard family.

Aug 7 2019 Billie J. West, 69, of Indore, entered into rest August 5, 2019, at Hubbard Hospice House. Born on August 15, 1949, in Charleston, she was the daughter of the late William and JoAnn Tull Hollingshead. Survivors include her husband, Robert D. West of Indore; sons, Robert Dennis West of Camp Creek and William Raymond West of West Virginia; daughters, Virginia West Gray of Big Sycamore and Trina Moore of Eleanor. A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the West family. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

Aug 4 2019 ROYCE JAMES "RJ" DODRILL, 91, of Seth, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 1, 2019, at his home after a long illness. He was born February 6, 1928, in Clay County, a son of James and Ida Pearl Dodrill. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Hazel Dodrill; son, Jimmy Lee Dodrill; granddaughter, Sherry Dodrill Overcash; sisters, Gay, Goldie, Glenna, Ella Jean, Lelia, Imogene; and brothers, Roy, Fred, Kenneth, Earl. RJ retired from Carbon Fuel and Boone Career Center as a machinist, W.Va. State tax department and pastor at Dartmont Baptist Church. He is survived by daughters Vickie (Paul) Hanson, Carol Sue Dodrill, Angela (Richard) Walker; daughter - in - law, Margaret Dodrill Lovejoy; grandchildren, Missy (Robert) Kidd, Mandy Davis, Tara Arthur, Michael (Amy) Bateman, Taylor Dodrill, Caleb Hensley, Jeremy Hensley, and Nicolas Hensley; great - grandchildren, Christopher (Caroline) Kidd, Jennifer Kidd, Jimmy (Emilee) McNeely, Joshua (Kalyn) Overcash, Stephanie (Josh) Bailey, Kristen Dodrill, Savannah (Randall) Thornton, Alexis (Paul) Biniza, Hunter (Megan) Cooper, Jack Bateman, Sarah Bateman, Haven, Lorelai, and Reese; great - great - grandchildren, Ellis, James, John, Everett, Sawyer, Natalee, Danny, Cooper, Brantley, Madeline, Addison, Corbin, Kambree, Austin, Kelton, and Brinlee. He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. The family would like to send a special thanks to Hospice House, Jody, Melanie, and Libby for such great compassionate care over the last several months. Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 6, at Armstrong Funeral Home, Whitesville, W.Va., with the Rev Jeff Howerton, Rev Phil Rowe, and Rev Robert Perdue officiating. Interment will be in Pineview Cemetery, Orgas. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, August 5, at the funeral home.  Online condolences at www.armstrongfuneralhomewv. com.

Aug 3 2019 Billy Smith, 79, of Canton, OH, entered into rest August 1, 2019.  Born May 31, 1940, in Clay, he was the son of the late Manuel and Dorothy Smith.  Billy was also preceded in death by his son Billy Smith; brothers Leon Smith, Arthur Smith and Delmas Smith; and sisters Erma Smith and Freda Smith.  Billy is survived by his wife Wanda Smith; sons, Steve Smith, of Canton, OH, Paul Smith of Canton, OH, Manuel Smith of Canton, OH; daughters, Billie Jo Mathes of Indiana, Autum Knepper of Canton, OH, Jessica Rowe of Alliance, OH, Sarah Smith of Waynesburg, OH; brothers Burl Smith of Flatwoods, WV, Jimmy Smith of Swandale, WV, Kenneth Smith of Cleveland, OH; and sister Thelma Nottingham of Buffalo, NY; sixteen grandchildren  Funeral service will be held 12:00 P.M. Monday, August 5, at Wilson Smith Funeral Home, Clay.  Burial will follow in the Smith Cemetery, Paddy Ridge, Clay.  Friends may gather with the family one hour prior to the service.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Smith family.

Aug 1 2019 Shirley G. Justice, 73, of Birch River, entered into rest on July 31, 2019, at Cabell Huntington Hospital.  Born on January 1, 1946, in Enoch, she was the daughter of the late Hamon and Allie Salisbury Kyle Adkins.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, James Adkins; sister, Dolly Cummins; half-brother, Wilford Kyle and half-sisters, Pearly and Betty Kyle.  Shirley was a secretary for Union Carbide.  Surviving is her best friend, Kenneth Summers of Birch River; sister, Della Bowles of Wentzville, Missouri; half-brother, William (Flo) Kyle of  Marion, OH and her  aunt, Mary Groves of WV.  A private burial will be held at a later date.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Justice Family.

July 27 2019 Christopher Ray Jarrett, 48, of Reedsville, WV, entered into rest at the VA Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA on July 25, 2019. Born on September 13, 1970, in Charlton Heights, he was the son of Arthur Jarrett and Carol Butcher.  He was a retired Air Force airman having served 20 years. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife, Vicky Parsons Jarrett; sons, Sean Jarrett of South Carolina and Steven Jarrett of  Pennsylvania; daughters, Samantha Jarrett of Colorado and Amanda  Raike of  North Carolina; brother, Roy Brown of  West Virginia; sisters, Barbara Ballash of Ohio and Brandy Brown of West Virginia and 3 grandsons, Liam, Titus, and Eli. Funeral service will be 1 P.M Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Darius Walker officiating.  Burial will promptly follow in Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore, WV. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Jarrett family.

July 25 2019 William “Carroll” Ramsey, 74, of Indore, entered into rest Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at home surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. Born on July 16, 1945, in Charleston, he was the son of the late Bert Ramsey and Madeline Kincaid Ramsey. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Gerald Ramsey; niece, Tara Taylor and mother-in-law, Audrey Rogers. He leaves behind his loving wife, Darlene Ramsey; sons, Jeremiah (Mary) Ramsey of Indore, Justin (Shayna) Ramsey of Lizemores, Hunter Ramsey of Indore and Darren Ramsey of Charleston. A very important part of his life was his grandchildren, Levi, Lexi, Isaiah, Mariah, Sevana, Sara and Eli Ramsey. Also surviving are his siblings, James “Tiny”  (Charlotte) Ramsey of New Market, VA, Gene Ramsey of Bickmore, Phyliss Fitzwater of Ohio, Wanda (David) Keener and Faye (Frankie) Asbury, all of Clay, Brenda (Dane) Manley of Boomer, Diana McLaughlin of Elkview and Pam (Timmy) Taylor of Clay. He also has many nieces and nephews.  He was a member of the Lizemore United Methodist Church. He will be forever loved and missed. Funeral service will be 1 pm Saturday, July 27, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay with Minister Mark Price officiating. Burial will follow in the Holcomb Cemetery, Indore. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Ramsey family.

July 25 2019 Julie Marie (Mollohan) Gray, 59, of Wallback, went home to be with the Lord on July 24, 2019, atHubbard Hospice House in Charleston after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Bill Mollohan and brother, Billy Mollohan, Jr., both of Elkview. She is survived by her loving husband, Marvin Gray of Wallback; her son, Gary (Holly)  Gray of Wallback; daughters, Brandy (Aly) Prado of Smyrna, DE and Missy (Scott) Flowers of Walton, KY; mother, Nancy Mollohan of Elkview; sisters, Sharon (Harold) Belcher of Elkview and Libby (Danny) Brigman of Crowley, TX; 6 grandchildren. There will be a memorial service 1 pm Saturday, August 3rd at the Gospel Light Community Church on Rt. 119 and Gabe Road. On-line condolences may be sent to the family atcarlwilsonfunerahome.com.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Gray family.

July 24 2019Jewel Dean Elliott (Bird) went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 23, 2019.Born on June 14, 1931 she was preceded in death by her parents Robert Thornton and Neva Hazel Nichols Bird, daughter Pamela, son Kevin, sisters Lenora Durham, Norma Jean Evans, Kathleen Moore, brothers Thurston and Jerry Bird. Surviving is her beloved husband of 68 years George; sons Frank (Joyce), Larry (Teresa), Doug (Mary), Georgie (Tera); nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; sisters Carole Sizemore, Patty Jones, Evelyn Childers; and brothers Charlie and Thurman Bird.  Funeral Service will be held 1 PM Friday, July 26, 2019 at the Laurel Fork Missionary Baptist Church of Adonijah, WV with Ministers Naaman Moore, Jason Moore and Mike Long officiating. Burial will follow in the Elliott Cemetery, Adonijah, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Elliott family.

July 23 2019 Patricia “Pat”  Schafstall, 60, of Maysel, entered into rest on July 21, 2019. Born on December 18, 1958, she is the daughter of the late General “Buck” Welch and Chessie (Keith) Welch of Clay. In addition to her father, she is also preceded in death by her brothers, Willie, Wayne, David, and special friend, Tonya Colegrove. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her daughter, Samantha (Randall) Brown; sister, Cindy (Danny) Neal, sister-in-law, Joan Welch, all of Clay, WV; nieces, Marinda Lanham, Chelsea( Tony) Hayes, Frankie Holcomb and Brittany Stephenson; nephews, Jacob Welch and Kenny Welch; grandchilddren, Glen, Tyler, Tommy, Blake, Chelsea and Dannyelle Brown of Ohio and Gunner Brown of Clay, and 18 great-grandchildren.Funeral service will be 1 pm Thursday, July 25, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Doug Burdette officiating, assisted by Minister Dennis Vance. Friends may call one hour prior to the service.Burial will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Schafstall family.
 

July 21 2019   Pansy “Pat” Rogers, 87, of Ovapa, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 19, 2019, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph Rogers, her parents, Benjamin Deel and Ruth (Price), a brother, and three sisters. She was a dedicated Christian with a soft, loving and caring spirit. She is survived by her sons, Terry Rogers, of Ivydale, and Larry (Tracy) Rogers, of Ovapa. Sisters, Nancy Mollahan, Druzella “Ann” Holley, Linda Meadows, and Drema McPherason. Brother, Frank Scott. Her Beloved grand children are Katrina Nicholson, Cory Rogers, and Rebecca Lilly, 6 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A special “thank you” to Nurse Amy Summers and Mary, C.N.A, as well as the Hubbard Hospice House. Visitation Service will be Monday, July 22, 2019 from 6 P.M to 8 P.M. Funeral will be Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at 1:00 P.M, officiated by Charles “Dean”  Rogers. Visitation and funeral will be at the Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, WV. Burial will be at the Rogers Cemetery in Ovapa. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  The Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to serve the Rogers Family.

July 17 2019   Steven Bird Osborne, 66, of Wallback, WV, passed on to his Eternal Home on Wednesday, July 17, 2019.  Steve was born November 1, 1952, to Robert and Donna (Bird) Osborne. He graduated from Eau Gallie High School, Melbourne, FL in 1970 and Florida Technological University (now University of Central Florida) in 1974. Steve was employed by Clay County Schools for 30+ years.  He enjoyed sharing his love of history, especially West Virginia history, with his students.  Also, there are many chess players throughout Clay County as he always taught his students to play chess. Steve had an avid love for all things outdoors and tending his homeplace, fondly called, “The Farm.”  He is survived by his sons, Richard and Robert (Ashley) Osborne; father, Bob; sister, Suzie (Dennis) Legg; granddaughter, Baylee and grandson, Waylon.  The family is respecting Steve’s wishes, so there will be no services.

July 16  Zenda L. Vance (Christian), 77, of Dixie, went home to be with the Lord, July 15, 2019, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by parents Roy & Isabelle Christian, grandson Mark Neil, and brothers Ted and Jack Christian. Left to mourn her passing is her husband of sixty years, Daniel Vance; daughters Kathie (Ray) Miller, Sandy (Danny) Neil; son Danny (Kelli) Vance; grandchildren Mat (Kayla) Neil, Morgan Vance; great-granddaughter Hailey Neil; grand daughter-in-law Christina Neil. A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Montgomery Memorial Park London, WV, with Pastor Shane Wynn officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd West, Charleston, WV 25387 or online at hospicecarewv.org/make-donation/. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Vance family.

July 15 2019  Laura Jeanette Morton, 88, of Bentree, WV departed for her heavenly home on July 14, 2019 after an extended illness.  Jeanette was born on February 16, 1931 in Nallen, WV to the late Richard Monroe and Cora Belle Samples Davis.  Jeanette spent her formable years in Horner’s Fork in Clay County, WV where she attended elementary and Clay County High School.  She was one of those people that really did walk over a mile to and from school each day. Jeanette loved to garden and spend time with her family.  When her children would come to spend the weekend, she loved staying up to the wee hours of the morning laughing and talking.  Although Jeanette didn’t work primarily outside of the home, she ran her home like a Fortune 500 company.  She was the CEO, ensuring deadlines and schedules were met, and over saw a very tight budget, making sure to use every penny wisely, yet, putting back some for a rainy day.  Jeanette was a true 1950’s mom, in the fact that she had a set schedule for when things were to be done.  For example, Monday’s was laundry day, Friday’s was grocery day and dinner each day was promptly at 5 pm and you had better not be late.  Jeanette was so much more than just a Mother; she was a doctor, lawyer, hairdresser/barber, carpenter, accountant, financial planner, Avon representative, psychologist, negotiator, innovator, mentor, best friend, confidant and was deeply loved and respected by her children and grandchildren.  Jeanette was a Christian and a member of Ida Baptist Church in Bentree, WV. Jeanette was preceded in death by her husbands, the father of her children, Roy L. Grose, Jr; the man that helped raise her children, Charles L. “Leck” O’Dell; and the man she spent and enjoyed her golden years with, Arthur M. Morton.  Also, preceding her in death was her son Fred L. Grose, great-grandson Colin Grose and siblings, Richard Jr., Maxine, Clarence, Wilda Jean Davis and Reva Brown. Surviving Jeanette are her daughter Pamela (David) Wilson of Victor, WV; sons Roger (Sharon) Grose of Marietta, OH, Bob (Debra) Grose of Bentree, WV; former daughter-in-law, Nita (Harold) Cline of Wayside, WV;  grandchildren Justin (Kristi) Wilson of Meeker, CO, Matthew (Elizabeth) Wilson of Victor, WV, Noah (Nikki) Grose of Pickerington, OH, Natalie (Craig) Laake of Cincinnati, OH, Amanda (Christy) Shelton of Lizemores, WV, Jonathan (Beth) Grose of Gauley Bridge, WV, Kelly (Jeff) Morton of Belva, WV, Freddie (Jenny) Rinck of Kansas City, MO, Jennifer Johnson of Princeton, WV, Becky Grose of Princeton, WV; great-grandchildren Riley and Skyler Wilson, Emory and Elliott Grose, Matt Shelton, Haley, Zoey and Kyle Grose, Madison and Brooklyn Morton, Gannan, Fury, Ivan, and Neffie Rinck, Amya Hill, Makaylie Grose, Brian Hill.  Siblings Russ Davis of Slidell, LA and Calvin Davis of Lockport, NY. Services will be held at Ida Baptist Church in Bentree, WV on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 1 pm with visitation beginning one hour prior to the service.  Family visitation will be at 11 am.  Burial will be at the Keenan Cemetery, Drennan, WV.  Family members will serve as pallbearers.  Pennington-Smith Funeral Home of Gauley Bridge, WV are overseeing the arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate your gifts or donations to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd West, Charleston, WV 25387 or online at https://www.hospicecarewv.org/make-donation.  The family would like to express their deep gratitude to Sherry Goosman, Shery Perdue and Rebecca Hodge for the excellent care they provided to Mother for the last six years.  Also, a deep gratitude to Hospice, especially Pat, Angie, Edie, Sonja, Nicole and Marilyn for all their help and assistance during the last six months.

July 12 2019  Kenneth C. Triplett, 79, of Clay, entered into rest July 11, 2019 at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, WV.  Born on March 10, 1940, in Clay, he was the son of the late Lee Triplett and Lula Rose Triplett. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, one son, four brothers and seven sisters. He is survived by his son, Charles Triplett of Clay and Rebecca Triplett of Brooklyn Park, MD. Funeral service will be 11 am Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Shane Wynn officiating.  Burial will follow in the Triplett Cemetery, Triplett Ridge, Clay. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to camcfoundation.org to benefit the Hospitality House. Condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Triplett family.

July 11 2019 Irene Virginia Legg, 78, of Clay, passed away on July 11, 2019.  Born on March 3, 1941, she was the daughter of Dessie Holcomb. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Delano Legg, and son, Joseph Lee Legg. She is survived by her sons, Franklin and Dennis Legg of Clay, Teddy Lee Legg of Sutton, and Ronald Legg of Summersville; brothers, Junior and Jack Holcomb; 22 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.  Funeral service will be held at 11 am, Saturday, July 13, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, with Pastor Teddy Lee Legg officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to service.  Burial will be in Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore, WV. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Legg family.

Russell Lloyd Murphy, 87, of Clay, passed away July 6, 2019. He was born in Dink, WV on June 19, 1932, to BF and Ethel (May) Murphy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Steven; brothers, Coleman, Ray, Robert, Ralph, Carol, Lester, and Custer; sisters, Grace and Thelma. He was raised in Swandale, where he quit school to work at the Swandale Sawmill. Russell and his four brothers gained notoriety for their baseball skills, which helped him get his first job in a coal mine. He was proud to be a retired Union coal miner and 50 year member of Clay Masonic Lodge #97. Russell is survived by his wife, Nancy (Asbury) Murphy; daughter, Rhonda Verton; sons, Russell Jr. (Rusty), Bruce, Joe, Teddy, and Benny Murphy; 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Zelma Heater and Inez Maggio. Funeral services will be held at noon on Wednesday, July 10 at Pleasant Dale Baptist Church, Dog Run, WV with Pastor Jimmy Murphy officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior. Burial will follow in Asbury Cemetery, Dog Run, WV. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Murphy family.

July 8 2019  Angela Joyce (Williams) Grose, 43, of Duck, passed away July 6, 2019.  Born on February 11, 1976, in Summersville, she was the daughter of Thomas and Donna Williams of Clay.  In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Richard Grose; son, Owen Grose of Clay;  daughters, Emily Grose of Duck and Alley Grose of Nebo; granddaughter, Victoria Carte of Clay; brothers, Tommy Williams of Clay and BJ Williams of Clendenin. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Thursday, July 11, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home in Clay, with Pastor Freddy Schoolcraft officiating.  Burial will be at Cove Hollow Cemetery. The visitation will be held Wednesday, July 10, from 6-8 pm at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Grose family.

June 28 2019   Brenda Mae Stone, age 74, of Indore, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, during the afternoon, in Montgomery, after a short illness.  She was surrounded by family.  Brenda was born on April 19, 1945, to the late Delbert Winfield and Mary Marie Gray, of Lizemores. She was a homemaker and graduate of Clay County High School.  Her greatest joy was her family and she dearly loved to laugh. On November 22, 1963, Brenda married her high school sweetheart, Tyrus Hartzel Stone Jr., who survives. She is the beloved mother of Belinda Diana Gray of Alloy and Gretchen Mae Wittenmeyer-Stone (David) of Marshall, IN.  Also surviving are grandchildren, Colton Brent Gray and Henry M. Martin-Stone; brother, Dennis Ray Gray; sisters-in-law, Doris Neal of Indore and Josephine Theriault of Massachusetts; and many extended family members. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Tanya Stone and infant son, Heath Stone; sister, Carolyn Norris of Indiana and brother, Delbert Winfield Gray, Jr. of Illinois. A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Stone family.

June 28 2019Roscoe Sizemore, 93, of Gauley Bridge, passed away June 24, 2019 at Fayette Continuous Care Nursing Home.Roscoe retired from the C & O Railroad after forty-two years of service.After his retirement he enjoyed working in his garden and keeping busy hunting, fishing and activities around his home. Born October 2, 1925, he was the eldest son of Grant and Lura (Ward) Sizemore.Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Wilsie (Hicks) Sizemore, brother Carl Sizemore and son-in-law Gary Thomas. Those left to cherish his memories are his children Terry (Frances) Sizemore of Fayetteville, Sandy Thomas of Gauley Bridge, and Teddy (Mary) Sizemore of North Carolina; grandchildren Stephanie (Roy) Thomas, Jason (Staci) Thomas, Josh (Katy) Sizemore, Shawn Sizemore and Laura Sizemore; great-grandchildren Lauren, Ella, Jaxon and Benjamin Roscoe; and two sisters Madeline Blake and Thelma Thomas both of Gauley Bridge. Funeral Service will be held at Noon, Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Gauley Bridge United Methodist Church, Gauley Bridge, WV, with Pastor Bill Kincaid officiating.Visitation will be one hour prior.Burial will follow in Montgomery Memorial Park, Montgomery, WV. The family asks in lieu of flowers that you make donations to Gauley Bridge United Methodist Church PO Box 329, Gauley Bridge, WV 25085 or Fayette County Emergency Food Center 2582 Court Street, Fayetteville, WV 25840. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com.  Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Sizemore family.

June 25 2019 Charles (Mike) David Boggs, 84, of Wallback, entered into rest June 23, 2019 at Clay Health Care Center in Ivydale, WV. Born on May 11, 1935, in Ivydale, he was the son of the late Woodrow and Jessie Boggs. He enjoyed farming and was a member of the United Methodist Church in Wallback, WV. Funeral service will be 1 pm Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at Wallback United Methodist Church with Rev. Stewart Cottrell officiating, assisted by Joe Summers, who considered Mike his brother. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow in the Douglas Cemetery in Ivydale. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Summers family.

June 23 2019  Perry Dwight Carper, 86, of Procious, WV, passed away at the Hubbard Hospice House on Saturday, June 22, 2019. He was the son of the late Fredrick and Beulah Procious Carper, and predeceased by his grandparents Ballard and Cora Carper and Will and Addie Procious. Perry developed his work ethic and honed his entrepreneurial skills early in life by delivering the morning and evening paper on the west side of Charleston, selling donuts from a wagon on Saturday mornings, and working as a caddy at the local country club. Prior to his senior year of high school, his family returned to Procious. He helped his father build a grocery business that would play an important role in the community for three generations. After graduation from Clay County high School, class of 1951, he worked and attended college classes, exploring his interests in both forestry and journalism. He was soon drafted and served his country in the Army during the Korean War. After the war, he returned to Procious and built his own business, Perry’s Amoco, which later become the Procious Exxon. After the retirement of his parents, he also took over the operation of Carper’s Grocery with his wife. He was always supportive of community activities and played an early role in the development of the ramp dinner in Clay County. He was an avid outdoorsman, who had enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping, ginsenging and spending time at both his camp and farm with his family and friends.  He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joan “Gracie” Reed Carper, his sons Mike (Lindy) and Jay (Donna) of Procious, and Shawn (Kellie) of Charleston, his grandchildren and their families Gavin, Emily, Corey, and Gracelyn and his sister Janet Osborne of Bickmore, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family. The family expresses their gratitude to the Hubbard Hospice House and Glasgow Health and Rehab Center for Perry’s care. In lieu of flowers, Perry was a disabled veteran and a lifetime member of the VFW and American Legion, please than a veteran for their service. Arrangements will be made under the direction of the Wilson – Smith Funeral Home in Clay, WV.

June 21 2019  Raymond Eugene Burns, 62, of Wallback, WV, entered into rest June 18, 2019, after his battle with cancer.  He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. Born on August 30, 1956, in Logan County, he was the son of the late Charles and Evelyn Burns. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Jack, Charles and Edward, and his sister, Lydia Comer. Raymond is survived by his wife, Grithel (Holcomb) Burns of Wallback; daughter, Raven (Robby) Davis of Bloomingrose, WV: step-son, Christopher Holcomb of Wallback; grandson, Ayden Davis; sisters, Cindy (John) Jarrell, of Lanexa, VA, Becky (Irvin) Griffitts of Glade Spring, VA, Barbara (John) Gobble of Lake Norman, NC, Mildred (Benny) Martin of Lake Okeechobee, FL,  Betty Martin of Hurricane, Mable (Joel) Cherin of Vero Beach, FL and Dorothy (Bobby) Haynes of Detroit, MI; sister-in-law, Diana Burns of Lake Okeechobee, FL. He was a member of Trinity Missionary Baptist Church and retired in 2017 after a life-long career with Jim C. Hamer Lumber Company.  Visitation will be held at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, in Clay, on Friday, June 21, 2019 from 6 to 8 pm. Family may gather one hour prior to the visitation.  Funeral service will be 10 am Saturday, June 22, 2019, at the funeral home with Pastor Clifford Samples officiating.  Burial will follow at Pineview Cemetery in Orgas, WV. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Burns family,

June 19 2019   Raymond Eugene Burns, 62, of Wallback entered into rest June 18, 2019. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, is handling the arrangements for the Burns family.

June 12 2019 Roland Stuart Morris Sr., 78, of Lizemores, entered into rest Monday, June 10, 2019. Born July 14, 1940 in Lizemores, he was the son of the late Elmer and Stella (Withrow) Morris. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Dessie Mae Morris.  Roland is survived by his daughter, Lisa Tassitino; sons, Roland (Tammy) Morris Jr., Curtis (Vicky) Morris, and Roger (Tina) Morris; 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; brother, Forrest Morris; sister, Viola Morton.  He was a retired master electrician and a veteran of the US Army.  Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Bell Creek Baptist Church, Dixie, with Pastor Shane Wynn officiating. Burial will be in E.B. Morris Cemetery, Lizemores. Friends may gather one hour prior to the service at the church.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Morris family.   June 11 2019 

Jo Ann (Evans) Moore, 66, of Lizemores, entered into rest Monday, June 10, 2019.  Born September 2, 1951, in Montgomery, she was the daughter of the late James and Donnie Evans.  Donnie is survived by her husband, Franklin D. Moore Sr. , of Lizemores; daughters, Peggy Mines of Mannoth and Angela Miller of Lizemores;  son, Franklin D. Moore Jr., of Lizemores, and 6 grandchildren.  Graveside service will be held 1:00 P.M.  Thursday, June 13, at Sunset Cemetery , Bickmore,  with Minister Marko Pritt officiating.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith funeral home is honored to be serving the Moore family.

Byron Dean Winebrenner, 59, of Gauley Bridge, entered into rest Thursday, June 6, 2019. Born October 26, 1959, in Gauley Bridge, WV, he was the son of Byron and Shirley (Proctor) Winebrenner.  He was preceded in death by his mother Shirley; grandparents Opal and Opie Winebrenner; and Linda Sigler.Byron is survived by his father Byron Winebrenner, of Gauley Bridge; sister Kelli Winebrenner of Boomer, WV; son Josh Winebrenner of Victor, WV; daughter Ryan (Adam) Brown of Fayetteville, WV; grandchildren Carter Brown and Aleah Winebrenner; Aunt Linda (Don) Dubee; nephews, two great-nieces and a great-nephew. Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM Monday, June 10, 2019 at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge, WV with Pastor Shane Wynn officiating. Burial will follow in Restlawn Memory Gardens, Victor, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service.   On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Winebrenner

Donnie Marie (Arbogast) Evans, entered into rest Thursday, June 6, 2019.  Born November 25, 1919, in Clay County, WV, she was the daughter of the late Nicodemus and Lottie Clark Arbogast. In addition to her parents Donnie was preceded in death by her husband James F. Evans; sons; James and Herbert Evans, daughter Patricia Evans; and by brothers Harry, and Buck Arbogast, and a sister Phyllis.  She is survived by a daughter Jo Ann Moore of Lizemores, WV; a brother Ray Arbogast of Kent, OH; and a sister Sarah Montignoy of Ravenna, OH.  Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home Chapel, Clay. Burial will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Fola, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Evans family.

Loretta Sue Humphrey (Sizemore), 74, of Belva, entered into rest Sunday, June 2, 2019. Born April 2, 1945, in Lizemores, WV, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Lenora (Morton) Sizemore.   Loretta is survived by her daughter Loretta (Andy) Waugh of Belva and grandson Tyler A. Waugh. She was a faithful member of the Christian Church of Lizemore. Funeral Service will be held 12:00 PM Thursday, June 6, 2019 at the Christian Church of Lizemore, Lizemores, WV with Minister Thurman Sizemore officiating. Burial will follow in Restlawn Memorial Gardens, Ansted, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service.On-line condolences may be sent to the family at penningtonfuneral.com.  Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Humphrey

James Odith Brown, 62, of Glen Ferris, West Virginia entered into rest Friday, May 31, 2019. James was born December 30, 1956. Per his request, Mr. Brown will be cremated with no service.

June 4 2019Loretta Sue Humphrey (Sizemore), 74, of Belva, entered into rest Sunday, June 2, 2019. Born April 2, 1945, in Lizemores, WV, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Lenora (Morton) Sizemore.   Loretta is survived by her daughter Loretta (Andy) Waugh of Belva and grandson Tyler A. Waugh. She was a faithful member of the Christian Church of Lizemore.  Funeral Service will be held 12:00 PM Thursday, June 6, 2019 at the Christian Church of Lizemore, Lizemores, WV with Minister Thurman Sizemore officiating. Burial will follow in Restlawn Memorial Gardens, Ansted, WV. Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Humphrey family.

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May 20 2019   Jerry Gordon Legg, 80, of Duck, entered into rest May 20, 2019, at his residence. Born on March 22, 1939, in Harrison, he was the son of the late Graden “Doc” and Lula Bragg Legg. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by brothers, Ralph and Terry; sisters, Era, Beulah, Ruth, Bonnie and Doris. He was a retired well tender for Equitable Gas Company and a 50 year member of the Strange Creek Masonic Lodge No. 130 in Strange Creek, WV. He is survived by his wife, Iona Mae (Blankenship) Legg, son, Richard Legg of Duck; daughter, Debra Legg of Duck; sister, Maude Barns of The Villages, FL; 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be 1 pm Saturday, March 25, 2019, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Wayne Litton officiating.  Burial will follow in Clay Memorial Gardens, Clay. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Legg family.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to your favorite charity or St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN  38105.

May 19 2019  William H. Shelton, Jr, 69, of Swiss, entered into rest Thursday, May 16, 2019. Born August 10, 1949, in Charleston, WV, he was the son of the late William H. and Rosalee (Gray) Shelton White.   William is survived by his wife, Christina L. (Cline) Shelton, sons William H. (Leigh Anne) Shelton, III of Summersville and David Matthew Shelton of Glen Ferris; brother Richard White of Beech Glen; sisters, Elizabeth Heft of Arkansas and Diana Neil of Jodie; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A graveside service will be held 1:00 P.M. Tuesday May 21, at Neil Cemetery, Lockwood with Pastor Danny Sears officiating.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at  penningtonfuneral.com. Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Shelton family.

May 17 2019  Romie Carl Shamblin, 91 of Drawdy, went home to be with the Lord on May 14, 2019, at his home with his wife and family members by his side. He is survived by his wife Cathy Harless Shamblin; children, Karen (Danny) Perdue, Bloomingrose WV; Nancy (Charlie) Justice, King George VA; Larry (Carolyn) Shamblin, Sissonville WV; Randy Shamblin, Belle WV; step-children: Anna (Sammy) Kirk, Ashford WV and James Chambers, Racine WV. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Kim (Lenny) Cline, Amy (Jim) Westfall, Brad (Michelle) Cantley, Jeff Justice, Joshua (Natalie) Justice, Jacob (Ashley) Justice, Leslie Shamblin, Nik Shamblin(fiancée Angelina), Meredith Shamblin, Bryan Shamblin, and granddaughter-in-law Heejin Justice; 3 step-grandchildren, Brittany (J.T.) Price, Blake Brewer (fiancée Adre’ona), Levi Chambers; 18 great grandchildren of whom he thought each one was great, sisters; Justine Paxton and Linda Dunlap; brother, Dana Shamblin, many extended family members and a host of friends. Carl was preceded in death by his first wife, Bernice Mullins Shamblin; parents, Jesse and Dessie Dawson Shamblin; sister, Madeline McKown; brothers, Virgil Shamblin and Ray Shamblin; and daughter-in-law, Jayne Shamblin. Carl served in the United States Air Force, stationed in the Philippines. He was a 70-year member of the UMWA. Carl loved his time as a West Virginia coal miner with over 40 years of active experience in both underground mining and preparation plants. Carl liked to say he had never met a stranger, he enjoyed and lived a full and active life keeping busy with motorcycle and 4-wheeler riding, camping, hunting trips, gardening, making birdhouses for friends and family, and being the go-to mechanic. Handley Funeral Home, Phipps Ave., Danville WV is in charge of arrangements. Visitation Friday May 17, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral services will be at Handley Funeral Home Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 11:00 AM with Johnny Steele officiating. Saturday visitation will be one hour prior to Saturday’s service. The family offers an open invitation to come and celebrate the life of our husband, father, grandfather, and friend. A special thank you to all the medical professionals who provided care for Carl during this time. Their attention, care, and compassion are greatly appreciated.

May 11 2019  Billy Joe Neal, 79, of Lizemores, WV entered into rest Thursday, May 9, 2019 Billy was born July 16, 1940 in Nicholas County, WV. Per his request, Mr. Neal will be cremated with no service.

May 11 2019  Jocie Lea Moore, 85, of Dixie, West Virginia, went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2019. She was preceded in death be her husband George Allen Moore and parents Nathan "Jack" and Goldie Duffield. She is survived by her children Allen (Cheryl) Moore, Patty (Robert) Hill and Gary Moore, five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Jocie is survived by her brother Jerry Duffield and by sisters Maysel Bird, Martha Bird and Wanda Walters. Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday May 14, 2019 at Bell Creek Missionary Baptist Church. Dixie, WV. With the Pastor Shane Wynn officiating. Burial will follow in Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens, Glasgow, WV.  Friends may gather with the family at the church one hour prior to the service.

May 9 2019 Carol Sue (Tanner) Coleman, 67, of Indore, departed this earth for her heavenly home Tuesday morning, May 7, 2019. Born May 17, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Okie Calvin Tanner and Ruby B. (Cottrell). In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Tina (Tanner) Nottingham. Carol is survived by her husband, Frank Coleman of Indore. She is also survived by her sons, Daniel Coleman of Indore, Kevin Tanner of Lizemores, and son-in-law Brian Nottingham of Bickmore. Carol is also survived by her brother, Jack Tanner of Indore, and sister, Sandy Taylor, of Swiss. Carol has 3 grandchildren, Zachary Tanner of Indore, Tanner Nottingham of Bickmore, and Zada Tanner of Big Otter.  Funeral service will be held at Lizemores Church of Nazarene on Friday at 1 P.M, with Robert Thomas officiating. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to service at the church. Burial will be at Tanner Cemetery on Beechy Ridge. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations made for service costs in care of the Clay County Bank, P.O Box 239, Clay, WV 25043. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Coleman family.

May 6 2019  Roxie Schoolcraft, originally from Procious West Virginia,  peacefully passed away at The Villages, Florida, surrounded by family and friends on May 2nd, just two weeks before her 94th birthday. Roxie was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and a great great Grandmother. Roxie was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, two sons, and three grand sons. Roxie found joy in taking care of others her entire life. She gardened, canned, quilted, and fished into her 90's. When other hobbies became difficult due to health, she made beaded necklaces and until recently was still handing out her necklaces to caregivers and other patients to brighten their day. Funeral service will be Saturday May 11th at Wilson Smith Funeral Home. Family viewing: Noon to 1pm. Funeral at 2pm. Burial will follow at Sam's Cemetery, Pumpkin Ridge, After the burial, pleas join family and friends for a gathering at the Clay Lion's Club to celebrate her life. Anyone wishing to bring food can leave it at the Lion's Club before the service.

May 5 2019   Donna Kay Moore, 75, of Lizemores, departed this earth for her heavenly home Friday, May 3, 2019. Born October 1, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Talmage “Ted” and Louise (Elliott) Moore.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her brothers, Dale Warren, Roger and Emmett; She graduatied from Clay County High School in 1961.  She was a member of the Ida Missionary Baptist Church.  She retired from C?P Telephone and AT?T as a telephone operator with 42 years of service and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America.  She developed a love for reading as a small child; this passion continued until her death. Donna is survived by her sisters, Erma Evans of Inwood and Catherine Moore of Bentree; nephews, Quintin Moore of Ohio and Jason Moore of North Las Vegas, Nevada; and a host of family and friends. Funeral service will be held 2:00 P.M. Thursday May 9, at Ida Missionary Baptist Church, Bentree, with Pastor Larry Skaggs officiating.  Burial will be in Montgomery Memorial Park, London.  Friends may gather with family two hours prior to the service at the church. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome. Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Moore family.

May 2 2019  Carl David Walls, 52, of Clay, entered into rest Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Born November 26, 1966, in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of the late Carl and Elizabeth (Spaulding) Walls. David is survived by his son, David Walls of Clay; daughters, Brittney Boggs of Summersville and Alissa Neal of Charleston; 5 grandchildren; brother, Ronnie Walls of Clay and sister, Sheila Shackleford of Ft. Oglethorpe GA. Funeral service will be held 2:00 P.M. Sunday May 5, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Fred Schoolcraft officiating.  Burial will be in Walls cemetery, Reed Fork, Clay. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral home is honored to be serving the Walls family.

May 2 2019  Larry Glenn Sanders, 77, of Sycamore, entered into rest Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Born June 12, 1941 in Fola, he was the son of the late Cecil and Kathleen (Brown) Sanders, in addition to his parents Larry is preceded in death by his Siblings, Carla Sanders, Gerald “Lynn” Sanders, Thelma Humphrey and Doris Richardson. Larry is survived by his wife, Barbara Sanders of Sycamore; children, Lelia Sanders of Brunswick, GA, Gerald “Joe” Sanders, Indore, Myra Fernatt of Falling Waters and Glenna Sanders of Bomont; 3 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews; Siblings, Karen MacKenzie of Nevada, Brenda Schmidt of Georgia, Connie Tinney of Oklahoma, Charlene Oliva of Colorado, Ercil “Bud” Sanders of Lizemores and Gary Brown of Virginia. Memorial service will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday May 4, at Sycamore Baptist Church, Sycamore. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the church. On-line condolences may be sent to www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral home is honored to be serving the Sanders family

April 30 2019 Danny Fenton Arnold, 63, of Chloe, WV passed away Sunday, April 28, 2019 at CAMC Memorial, Charleston, WV, following an illness. He was born February 12, 1956, a son of the late Fenton and Anna King Arnold. He leaves his beloved wife of 44 years, Carol Metheney Arnold; his daughter, Tina Arnold Phillips; his son, Mark Arnold; his granddaughter, Kyndra Arnold; and many close friends. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by half-brother, Harry Cottrell.  A graveside service will be held at Arnold Cemetery on Walker Creek Rd., Chloe, WV on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Daniel Tanner officiating.  Services are under the direction of Stump Funeral Home ? Cremation, Inc., Arnoldsburg, WV.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.stumpfuneralhomes.com

April 26 2019 Iona “Jaggie” Caruthers, 93, of Dundon, entered into rest Thursday, April 25, 2019. She was born on August 30, 1925. Iona was married to Robert “Bob” Caruthers, and is survived by her children; Linda and Bob Holcomb, of Clay; Bobby and Jill Caruthers, of Clay. Grandchildren; Tyler and Sidnee Caruthers, Lisa and Wesley Truman, Renee and Justin Holcomb, all of Clay. She has seven great- grandchildren; Kayla Neil, Marissa Truman, Laken Holcomb, Brea Holcomb, Quinn Caruthers, Sawyer Caruthers, and  Stevee Caruthers. Two great-great grandchildren; Hailey Neil and Seneca Truman.  Iona’s Graveside service will be Sunday, August 28, at Clay Memorial Garden at 1:00 P.M., with Pastor Wayne Litton Officiating. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson – Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Caruthers family.

April 19 2019  Dorothy Ellen Keener, 94, of Clay, entered into rest Wednesday, April 17, 2019. Born August 2, 1924 in Clay Co, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Chessie (Mullins) Nelson.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Dorlen (Floppy) Keener, daughter, Connie Cook, sisters, Madelyn Boggs, Cathryn Barges, Reva Snodgrass and brother, Virgie Nelson. Dorothy is survived by her sons, Harold (Vonda) Keener, David (Wanda) Keener; daughter, Bonnie (Arthur) Jarrett all of Clay; thirteen grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren and  ten great-great grandchildren; sisters, Glada Lanham , Myrl Bailey, Nancy Lambey; brothers, Jerry Nelson and Byrl Nelson; and many nieces and nephews.  Graveside service will be held 12:30 P.M. Monday, April 22, 2019 at Nelson Family Cemetery, Triplett Ridge. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M., at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay.
On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

April 17 2019  Hazel V. Dawson, 85, of Bickmore, entered into rest Sunday, April 14, 2019. Born February 2, 1934, she was the daughter, of the late Herbert and Mary (Haines) Bartley.  In addition to her parents, Hazel is also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Wilbert Dawson Sr., daughter, Betty Jean Dawson and granddaughter, Rebecca Smith; brothers, Fred and James Bartley; sisters Linda Bartley ,Nora Bartle and Carol Rados. Hazel is survived by her children, Carolyn Fitzwater- Taylor (Keith), Sharon Davis (Leonard) Raymond Dawson Jr. (Kathleen), Johnnie Dawson, Drema Buyers (Mark), Bobby Dawson, Teddy Dawson (Jeanie) and Jennifer Brown (Richard); 40 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren and 14 great -great grandchildren; brothers, Billy Bartley and Freddie Bartley both of Hazen, AK; sisters, Joanne Sullivan of Chicago, IL; Nola Bowling and Ivy Sloan both of King, N.C. Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 17, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay with minister Brodie Brown officiating. Burial will be in Dawson Sunrise Cemetery, Ivydale, WV. Friend may gather with family one hour prior to the funeral service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Dawson family.

April 17 2019  Norma Ruth (Pritt) Johnson, 57, of Lizemores, entered into rest Sunday, April 14, 2019. Born June 12, 1961 at Montgomery, she was the daughter of the late Graden and Jo Ann (Ramsey) Pritt. Norma is survived by her husband, Richard Johnson of Lizemores; son, Eric Johnson of Barbourville; daughters, Samantha Johnson of Marmet, Andrea Thomas of Lizemores, Crystal Hatfield of Mt. Lookout; twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, brothers, Marlin Pritt of Indore, Rodney Pritt of Fola, Andy Pritt of Charlton Heights and Graden  Pritt of Copperas Cove, TX; sisters, Teresa Morris of Summersville, Drema Pritt of Poca and Valerie Pritt of Fola. Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Thursday, April 18, at Laurel Fork Missionary Baptist Church, Adonijah.  Burial will be in Pritt Cemetery, Bird Hollow.
Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the funeral at the church. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Johnson family.

April 12 2019   Frances Pauline Marling, 53, of Procious, entered to rest Wednesday, April 10, 2019. Born August 23, 1965 in Braxton, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Fietta (Starcher) DeMoss. Frances Pauline is survived by her husband, Earnest Marling of Procious,  and her children, Kerri and Chris  Kennedy of Procious and Clara and  Mike Shamblin of Wallback; 6 grandchildren, Lydia, Charlie, Gabe, Kevin, Rachel and Abigail; brothers, Alan DeMoss and wife, Judy  of Brevard, N.C., Garrett DeMoss of Procious and David DeMoss of Rosemond, N.C.; sisters, Arlette Marling of Clay,   Loretta Doss of Geneva, OH and Ellen Gates of Perry,  OH. Funeral service will be held 2:00 P.M., Saturday, April 13, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay.  Burial will be in DeMoss Cemetery, Pumpkin Ridge, Procious. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Marling family.

April 7 2019  Wanda Carol Wilmoth, 74, of Ivydale, entered into rest Friday, April 5, 2019. Born February 10, 1945 in Otter Lick, she was the daughter of the late Gruder and Jennie (Wood) Morris. In addition to her parents Wanda is preceded in death by her daughter, Christina Wilmoth and sister, Brenda Hamrick. Wanda is survived by her husband, Benny Wilmoth of Ivydale, sons, Billy King of Henderson, NV, Drexel King II of London, OH., and Benny Wilmoth Jr.; daughters, Robin Taylor of Sutton and Jaqueline Zimmer of Canton, OH., nine grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter and brother, Samuel Morris of  Ivydale. Funeral service will be held 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 10, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay.  Burial will be in Hively Cemetery, Valley Fork. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Wilmoth family.

April 6 2019  Leroy Smith, 88, of Dixie, entered into rest Thursday, April 4, 2019. Born December 5, 1930, he was the son of William and Nettie (Godsey) Smith. In addition to his parents Leroy is preceded in death by his son, Kendall Smith. He was a Marine veteran and retired grocery store owner. Leroy is survived by his son, Gary Smith of Dixie; six grandchildren, Kendall Smith of Gauley Bridge, Tiffany Angel of Green, AL. , Chelsie Smith of Amherst, Ohio, Kyler Smith, Kyla Smith and Khole Smith all of Powellton and three great- grandchildren, Kaylee Smith, Kooper Smith, Karson Smith all of Gauley Bridge; and brother, Clifford Smith of Gauley Bridge. Funeral service will be held noon, Monday, April 8, at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge.  Burial will be in Kanawha Valley Cemetery, Glasco. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the funeral service at the church.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at  carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Pennington Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Smith family.

April 6 2019  Pauline Lorraine Buckley, 78, of Mt. Hope, entered into the arms of Jesus, Monday, April 1, 2019. Born December 4, 1940 in Maple Fork, WV, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Helen (Harrah) Browning. In addition to her parents, Pauline was also preceded in death by her, brother, Paul David Browning and sister, Pennie Alspaugh. She was a homemaker and attended Mt. Hope Wesleyan Church. Pauline is survived by her husband, Frederick Buckley of Mt. Hope; sons Steven Buckley of Miami, Ok Juddie Buckley of Oak Hill; daughters, Lazenda Kees of Oak Hill and Marvona  Poff of Stanford, VA; 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, and one brother, Keith Moore of Hagerstown, MD. Graveside service will be held 11:00 A.M. Friday, April 5, at Montgomery Memorial Park, London, with Minister Juddie Buckley and Richard Midkiff officiating.  Friends may gather with family at the cemetery. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Pennington – Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Buckley family.

April 2 2019  Matthew D. Williams, 35, of La Grange, North Carolina received his angel wings March 26, 2019 of an unexpected death in Baltimore, Maryland.  Matthew has one son, Landon, age 15, of Schwartz, Texas. Mother Virginia E. Brooks and stepfather William G. Brooks Jr. of La Grange, North Carolina. Father John L. Williams of Elkton, Maryland. Brothers William Brooks III and  Michael Williams of La Grange, North Carolina and sisters Jessica Brooks of La Grange, NC and Carrie Duncan, deceased.  Matthew is the grandson of the late Eva G. Hudnall and great-grandson of Lonnie and Odith Pritt of Indore, WV.  Services will be held in Glen Burnie, Maryland on Sunday, March 31, 2019 and will be returned home with his parents in North Carolina where he will he laid to rest.

April 2 2019  Don M. Cornwell, 90, of Belva, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Oak Hill Place. Born October 10, 1928, in Wellington, KS, he was the son of the late Alvin and Helen Cornwell. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Lee Hill Cornwell. He retired from Trans World Airlines after 40 years of service, after retirement, Don and Virginia relocated to Belva, WV where they made their home for more than 20 years. Don loved airplanes and motorcycles. He will be sadly missed by his in-laws, motorcycle and  Airplanes buddies. Funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday, April 3, at Bell Creek Baptist Church, with Pastor Shane Wynn officiating.  Burial will be in Hill Cemetery, Belva. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the church. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhom.com  Pennington funeral home is honored to be serving the Cornwell family.

March 27 2019  Rodney G. “Biggin’ ” Nutter, 80, of Gassaway, passed away March 25, 2019 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born September 16, 1938 in Clay County, a son of the late Joseph Dale and Iva Jane Workman Nutter.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Triplett Nutter; three brothers and four sisters. Following his family tradition Rodney worked at the Swandale sawmill where he sawed the last log when the mill shut down.  This led him and his family to Braxton County where he worked at Coastal lumber in Frametown. From there he worked as a heavy equipment operator on the construction of I-79. He finished out his career at Juliana Coal on the strip mines at Erbacon. He was an avid hunter and fisherman with turkey hunting being his favorite.  In his retirement he loved antique trading and tinkering with old bicycles. He liked creative writing where he signed his work as “Arthur Unknown”. He was a gardener, canner and cook.  He enjoyed eating ramps and poke greens, and anything set in front of him.  He loved making people laugh and was the ever-present family clown. He planned and hosted a family Christmas dinner for extended family and close friends for many years. He embraced technology and liked watching YouTube.  For many years Rodney was a deacon and Sunday School teacher at Sugar Creek Baptist Church where he helped baptize many converts. Rodney was saved and baptized in 1967. He lived a full and happy life and will be missed by all that knew him. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Patricia Fox Nutter; son, Rocky Nutter and partner, Chuck Halstead; daughters, Vicki Parsons and husband, Mike, Melda Brown and husband, Eddie; brothers, Jennings Nutter and wife, Barbara, Joe Nutter and wife, Brenda; sister, Eva Crigger and husband, Bennie; granddaughter, Mary Lynne Hamric; special niece, Shelly Cottrill and husband, Dennis; great nephew, Tyler Cottrill; special friends, Nathan Clark and John Allen; hunting and fishing buddy, Alfred Blankenship; fur babies, Sammy and Lucy. Thank you to all those in the community that have helped. Service will be 2 P.M. Thursday, March 28, 2019 at Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway with Reverend Linn Schiefer officiating.  Interment will be in the Triplett Cemetery on Triplett Ridge, Clay. Friends may call two hours prior to service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Rosenbaum Family House, P.O. Box 8228, Morgantown, WV 26506-8228 or Gassaway Volunteer Fire Department, 105 Fifth Street, Gassaway, WV  26624.  Words of comfort and memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.
 

March 25 2019  Henry E. Nichols, 88, of Jodie, went home to heaven, Friday, March 22, 2019 at Montgomery Extended Care. Born December 2, 1930 in Fayette County, he was the son of the late Green and Ona (Pritt) Nichols.  In addition to his parents, Henry is preceded in death by his wife, Thelma, two sons and one grandson. Henry is survived by his five sons, Dale (Roberta) Bird of Jodie, Jackie Nichols of Jodie, Walter Nichols of Jodie, Darrell (Diana) Nichols of Circleville, Robert (Candy) Nichols of Alta; daughter, Carol (Ronnie) Bragg of Jodie; eighteen grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; and brother, Billy (Francie) Nichols. Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, March, 27, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay with Minister Thurmond Sizemore officiating.  Burial will be in Holcomb ? Nichols Family Cemetery, Glen. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Shamblin-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Nichols family.

March 24 2019  Lawrence “Larry” Dexter Ball, 70, of Grantsville, WV, formerly of Elizabeth died March 24, 2019 at Minnie Hamilton Health System Long Term Care, due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis. He was born in Parkersburg, WV on June 1, 1948 a son of the late Dexter and Naomi Summers Ball. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Sheila K. Nichols Ball and brother-in-law, Lacy Fitzwater. He is survived by sister, Joyce Fitzwater; niece, Trisha (Roger) Triplett; nephew, Dustin Fitzwater; great-niece, Tara (Allen) Tanner; and great-great-niece, Lacey Tanner, all of Clay County. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to everyone at Minnie Hamilton Long Term Care for the years of kindness, concern, and loving care given to Larry. Graveside service will be held Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Cemetery, Rt. 5, Grantsville, WV with Rev. Rick Metheney and Rev. Craig Blankenship officiating.  Interment will be in Bethlehem Cemetery.  Services will be conducted by Stump Funeral Home ? Cremation, Inc., Grantsville, WV.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.stumpfuneralhomes.com In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made, in Larry’s memory, to MHHS Long Term Care’s Activities, 186 Hospital Dr., Grantsville, WV  26147.

March 22 2019  Jackie D. King, 75, of Rock Cave, entered into rest Thursday, March 21, 2019 Born April 24, 1943,  Jackie was the son of the late Ray and Merlie (Sparks) King; In addition to his parents, James is also preceded in death by brothers, Clyde King and Clay King and one sister, Imogene Samples. He enjoyed gardening, family get togethers and walking his pretty girl, Molly. Jackie is survived by his wife, Pattie H. (Brown) King of Rock Cave; daughters, Jeniffer King of Elkins and one granddaughter, Autumn King of Elkins; sisters, Mary Samples of Clay, Bonnie White of Ovapa and Doris Long of French Creek ; brothers, James “Windy” King and his wife Shirley of Ovapa  and Roy Lee King and wife Wilma of Wallback. Graveside service will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday April 20, at King Cemetery, Ovapa. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the King family.

March 22 2019 Velva S. Woods  Born: Sun., Apr. 13, 1930  Died: Sun., Mar. 17, 2019  Visitation 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Fri., Mar. 22, 2019 Location: Gauley Bridge Baptist Church  Funeral Service 1:00 PM Fri., Mar. 22, 2019  Location: Gauley Bridge Baptist Church

March 18 2019  Dana A. Dawson, 78, of Shreve passed away Friday, March 15, 2019, at Wooster Community Hospital. Dana was born July 23, 1040 in Clay County, to the late Hubert E. and Flora Dawson.  He married Dora Ann Pierce on October 26, 1968 and she preceded her in death on April 8, 2016. Dane honorably served his country in the U.S. Army.  He drove a bus in Washington D.C. serving stateside. Dane was employed as a slitter operator on stainless steel, first at Republic Steel and then other companies as they were bought and sold.  Dane was a private person who enjoyed spending time at home and taking care of his lawn. He   will be missed by his son, and wife Darrell (Margarita) Dawson of Wooster; brother, Daniel (Nancy) Dawson of WV., and sister, Claudia O; Dell of Massillon. Preceding Dane in death, in addition to his parents was his wife and son Duane; brothers, Dexter and Dudley , sisters, Cledith, Chessie and Carmen. Friends and family may call Monday, March 19, at Schlabach Funeral Home, Shreve from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M, Graveside service will be held Tuesday, March 19, at 3:00 P.M. at the H.E. Dawson Cemetery   on Twistabout Ridge, Clay County, WV In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Schlabach Funeral Home to help with expenses. Online condolences may be shared with the family at schlabcchfh.com or carlwilsonfuneralhome.com

March 15 2019   Paris Leonard Dulaney Jr. 66, of Lizemores, went home to be with our Lord Monday, March 11, 2019 after a long battle with COPD. Born August 16, 1952 in Montgomery, he was the son of the late Paris and Wanda (Elswick) Dulaney Sr. Paris was a United States Marine Veteran and was a Correctional Officer at Mount Olive Correctional Complex until he retired in 2012 making it to where “Every day is a Saturday” Paris is survived by his daughter, Nonnie S. Ramsey and two grandsons, Tristan and Caden Ramsey all of Lizemores; his best friend and caregiver, Barbara Cavendish; brothers, Allen (Tootie) Dulaney of Bentree   and Robert (Judy) Dulaney of Fayetteville; sisters, Patty Dulaney of Powellton and Sherry (Charles) Kincaid of Fayetteville. A Celebration of Life will be held to honor the most amazing daddy, poppy, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend anyone could ever have on April 13, 2019 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at the Glen Ferris Inn. Please come share your favorite memories with us. On line condolences may be sent to the family carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Pennington Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Dulaney Family.

March 5 2019   Lenorias Jean “Joann” Sampson Coen, 79, of Ivydale, WV went to be with the Lord on March 2, 2019 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 22, 1939, a daughter of the late Ivan Queen and Georgia Sampson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by daughter Beverly Coen and grandson Michael Keiffer. She is survived by daughters Norma Davis (Terry) of North Carolina; Debbie Davis (Larry) of Glenville, WV; Deanna Hall (Rodney); Phyllis Tanner (Lee); Paula Metheney; Penny Coen; Georgianna Corn; and Stacy Murphy all of Clay, WV; Jerri Drake of Gassaway, WV; Melissa and Shonda Tanner of Florida; and brother Roger Green of Parkersburg, WV; 12 grand children, 21 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Otter Lick Church, Ivydale, WV with Rev. James Williamson officiating.  Cremation services provided by Stump Funeral Home ? Cremation, Inc., Arnoldsburg, WV.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.stumpfuneralhomes.com

March 2 2019 Douglas Wayne Welch “Wayne”, 56, of Clay, entered into his heavenly home Friday, March 1, 2019. Born on November 28, 1962 at Clay, he was the son of  Chessie (Keith) Welch of Clay and the late General Kenneth “Buck”.  In addition to his father, Wayne is also preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Otis Lee Welch, Genevie (Bishop) and Wilbur Bucklin; his maternal grandparents, William E. Keith and Glaice (Neal) Keith; brothers, William “Willie” Welch and Larry “David” Welch. Wayne is survived by his daughters, Marinda Lanham of Charleston and Brittaney Stephenson of Clay; granddaughter, Kylie and grandsons, Remmington and Finley Stephenson; sisters, Patricia Schafstall of Clay and Cindy (Danny) Neal of Clay; sister-in-law, Joan Welch of Clay; nieces and nephews, Samantha (Randall) Brown of Clay, Chelsea (Tony) Welch of Stonewood, Frankie Holcomb of Clay, Jacob (Kelly) Welch of Clay and Kenneth “Kenny” Welch of Clay. Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, with Minister Douglas Burdette officiating.  Burial will be held at Sunset Cemetery, Bickmore. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the funeral at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family would like donation be made Hubbard Hospic House of Charleston. On-line condolences may be sent to the family carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Welch family.

Feb 28 2019  Gerald Webster Cummings, 76 of Procious, entered into rest on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. Born on October 1, 1942, in a log house on Pumpkin Ridge, Clay County, he was the son the late Albert and Ethel Marie (McCune) Cummings.  In addition to his parents, Gerald was also preceded in death by his sister, Ellen Marie Runion. Gerald is survived by Robert “Bubby” Runion and Louise Runion of Procious, whom he always said that Bubby was his brother and Louise was his sister-in-law. Gerald was very much loved. He was also survived by several kids and adults that called him “Uncle Gerald” and he loved each and every one of them.  He is survived by his best friend, his dog Brownie, which he loved. Gerald will be greatly missed by family and friends. His family would like to say thank you to Oak Ridge Nursing Home, Charleston for taking such good care of Gerald in his last days. Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M., Sunday, March 3, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Rev. Bob Brown officiating.  Burial will be in the Cummings Cemetery in Procious. Friends may gather with family 2 hours prior to the funeral service at the funeral home.On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Cummings family.

Feb 21 2019  Walter Brooks Schoonover, 91, of Clay, WV entered into rest Monday, February 18, 2019 after a short illness.  Born April 24, 1927, Walter was the son of Henry Harrison Schoonover and Orfa Marie Hart Schoonover.  In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by a brother, Kermit, who was killed in action while flying over Europe during World War II, and a sister, Janice (Tom) Frey of New York.  He has two surviving brothers, Orvil Schoonover of Florida, and Gilbert (Correna) Schoonover of Clay, and sister Carole Schoonover, of Akron, OH. Walter leaves behind his dear wife, Evalena Mae Williams Schoonover, his college sweetheart, formerly of Craigsville, now of Clay.  They had celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary October 2, 2018. Walter and Evalena have three children:  Judith (Walter) Jahnke of FL, Lawrence (Kathleen) Schoonover of Procious, and Karen (Lane) Ellis of Pinch.  Walter enjoyed 8 grandchildren: Chris (Jeanne) Wilson of NC, Lawrence (Mercedes) Schoonover of VA, Benjamin (Chasity) Ellis of Charleston, Britni (Drew) Caplin of TN, Rebecca (Jeremiah) Babcock of NC, Joshua (Danielle) Ellis of Charleston, Wesley (Ciera) Schoonover of TN, and Kirsten Schoonover (Kyle Jones) of AL., 15 great-grandchildren, 5 nephews,  7 nieces, and their families, all of whom he loved very much. Walter had a very full and varied 91 years.  He was born at home in Elkhurst, WV (across the swinging bridge), the 2nd oldest of 6 children.  He attended a one-room school in Elkhurst, and later worked at Clay County Bank while attending Clay County High School.  Walter joined the Air Force during the end of World War II and was tasked with distributing payroll to the families of the servicemen overseas.  Afterwards he attended WV Institute of Technology at Montgomery, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree while working part-time at the Montgomery National Bank.  He taught school for five years at Clay County High School, and then took a position teaching at his alma mater, WV Tech.  After a short period, he pursued a master’s degree at the University of Colorado in Denver, while Evalena taught school in Crowley, CO.  When his father suddenly passed and expecting their first child, they left CO for WV to be closer to his mother and siblings.  He completed his master’s degree at West Virginia University in Morgantown while Evalena and children lived in Clay and supervised construction of a new home where he lived for the next 64 years.  Subsequently he worked for the WV Health Department in Charleston, and while also selling insurance, went back to teaching at WV Tech, remaining there for 35 years.  He facilitated many Clay County students’ attendance to Tech and gave rides to school for some who might not otherwise have been able to attend.  During this time, he operated a dog kennel for AKC registered and selectively bred dogs, completed tax returns and helped to manage many Clay County businesses.  He began renovating and renting housing and office space in 1967.  His many hobbies usually had something to do with propagating life.  He was gifted at gardening (both vegetables and flowers, raising prize-winning orchids), bee-keeping, animal husbandry, and even raising exotic tropical birds.  His office was often permeated with the songs of canaries.  Walter was also an excellent cook, and often commandeered Evalena’s kitchen for “mass-production” of fruit-cakes, chili, caramel popcorn balls, processed honey or other treats. Walter retired from WV Tech in 1988, was named Professor Emeritus in 1989 and returned to teaching to retire a second time in 1990, donated funding for a new computer lab in the Accounting and Business department in 1994 and was honored as Distinguished Alumnus at Tech in 1995.   During these many years, Walter and Evalena supported the Clay United Methodist Church, and firmly believed in doing good works for members of their community.  Walter would listen to hours of recordings of Christmas and gospel music and worshipped along with televised ministers.  He always made time with his grandchildren to listen to Garth Brooks, study war history, or research genealogy.  He was friends with most and trained many WV accountants and was always an advocate for continuing one’s education through life. The family truly appreciates the kind and compassionate care of the staff of Braxton County Memorial Hospital and Dr. Doug Given.  We also thank long-time family friend Vicky Looney, and personal care-givers Sherry, Monica, and Pat. Walter will be sorely missed by Evalena, family, and friends.  Please help us celebrate his life at the Wilson-Shamblin-Smith Funeral home in Clay, WV on Saturday, February 23, 2019 with visitation at 11:30am and funeral at 1:00pm. Burial at a later date will be in Clay Memorial Gardens.  In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Clay United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 432, Clay, WV  25043

Feb 20 2019   Ida Belle Arthur, 96, of Gauley Bridge, entered into rest Saturday, February 16, 2019. Born August 28, 2019, in Fayette County, she was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Georgia (Hayes) Clark.  In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Arthur; and daughter, Kathy Krokowski. Ida is survived by her daughter, Trudy Waugh of Gauley Bridge; four grandchildren Jason Workman, Mikell Workman, Kelley Arnold and Steven Krokowski; 1 great-granddaughter, Annie; brother, Roy “Dale” Clark of Armstrong Creek; sister, Sue Bulmer of Fairborn, OH; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Frank Bainbridge, Reba Carson and Ruth Neal. A celebration of life will be led by Ray Londeree at 1:00 P.M. Friday, February 22, at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge.  Burial will be in Montgomery Memorial Park, London. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers family requests donations be made to Recovery Point of Huntington in care of Trudy Waugh. On-line condolences may be sent to the family www.carliwilsonfuneralhome.com Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Arthur family.

Feb 18 2019   Russell Lee Young, 53, of Lizemores, entered into rest Friday, February 15, 2019. Born June 7, 1965 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late Walter and Wanda Young.  Russell is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Young of Lizemores; daughters, Melinda Brown of Huntington, Crystal Jeffery of Charlton Heights and Felice Nottingham of Lizemores;  thirteen grandchildren; brothers, Paul Smith of Cherryville, N.C. Kenneth Young of Lizemores; sisters, Sunnie Bolen of Jacksonville, Fl., Pam Doss and Ada McQueeney both of  Ohio  and Kimberly Tignor of Cedar Grove. Funeral service will be held 1:00 Tuesday, February 19, at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge.  Burial will be in Clay Memorial Gardens, Clay. Friends may gather with family from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, February 18, at the Church in Gauley Bridge. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Pennington Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Young family.

Faith Woods, 80, of Charleston, passed away on February 11, 2019, surrounded by her family. Faith was born December 16, 1938, in Indore, Clay County, W.Va., and was the last surviving child of the late Lee O. Woods and Mabel Reedy Woods. After graduating from Clay County High School in 1957, she worked for the Heck's Department Store chain from 1960 until 1982. Never one to stand idle, Faith became an entrepreneur in the late 1980s, when she opened the first of three Faith's Hallmark Shops. Faith is survived by her husband of 40 years, Douglas Cook, and by her daughter, Dr. Bridget Stevens; son, Victor (Tara) Woods; beloved grandchildren, Jeffrey Tobias "Toby" Stevens, Zachary Stevens, Faith Mackenzie Stevens, Ian Woods, and Benjamin Woods; and stepson, Richard (Jeanne) Cook.  In addition to her parents, Faith was preceded by her sisters, Garnet Woods, Madeline (Robert) Sizemore, Ruby (Wilbur) Johnson, Norma Salinsky, Lenna (Loudell) Butcher; brothers, Nute (JoAnn) Woods and Jolly Woods; foster brother, Edward Johnson; and step daughter, Teresa Cook. Faith's family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the staff of The Arthur B. Hodges Center at Edgewood Summit for the kindness they showed Faith this past year. The family plans to hold a celebration of Faith's life at a later date. You may send condolences to the family at www.barlowbonsall.com.

Feb 18 2019  Paul R. Johnson Sr., 90 of Ivydalepassed away Thursday, February 14, 2019 after a brief illness. Born June 25, 1928 in Widen, he was the son of the late Theodore and Virginia (Napier) Johnson. In addition to parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Clara Ann Johnson; sisters, Betty Ann Rapp and June Johnson. He was an US Navy Veteran, retired from Central Appalachian Coal/AEP and Gould’s Electric Motor repair with over 50 years as a Certified Electrician.  He grew up in Widen and attended Ivydale Methodist Church and was a master Mason of 50 plus years with Strange Creek Lodge 130. Paul is survived by his son, Paul R (Dick) Jr., and wife, Joyce of Ivydale; grandsons, JD Johnson of Ivydale, Brandon Johnson of Elkview; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 19, Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay with Minister Joe Dawson officiating. Burial will be in Dawson Farm Cemetery, Duck. Friends may gather with family from 6:00 to 8:00 Monday, February 18, at the funeral Home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Johnson family.

Lewis “Louie” Gail Cottrell, 70, of Nebo, WV passed away into rest on Monday, February 11, 2019. He was born November 28, 1948, a son of the late Okey Lee and Alma Nellie Truman Cottrell. He was a Vietnam War veteran. He is survived by wife, Linda Starcher Cottrell; two sons, Johnny Cottrell of Nebo, WV and Jason (Tracy) Cottrell of Nicut, WV; granddaughters, Kimmi (Popeye), Briana (JuneBug) and Kassy (FuzzBug); grandsons, Darian (Knothead) and Dalton (Outlaw); great-granddaughters, Aubrey, Sydney, and EllaMae; brothers Ronnie (Betty) of Ivydale, WV, Randy (Marsha) of Clay, WV; sisters, Lois (Ron) of Chloe, WV and Kay Coleman of Ivydale, WV. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by daughter, Jackie Lyn and grandson, Johnny Cottrell, Jr. (Jughead). A visitation will be held at Stump Funeral Home ? Cremation, Inc., Arnoldsburg, WV on Thursday, February 14, 2019 from 6-8 p.m.  Interment will be in Cottrell Cemetery at a later date.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.stumpfuneralhomes.com

Feb 18 2019  Calvin Edward Trent Sr. 77, of Gauley Bridge, entered into rest Wednesday, February 13, 2019. Born August 28, 1941, in Gamoca, in Fayette County, he was the son of the late Buford and Nona (Mink) Trent.  Calvin married the love of his life, Barbara Jean Arthur, on December 2, 1961, until her passing on May 20, 2008, he was also preceded in death by his oldest grandson Sgt. Scott Angel; and five brothers, Buford, Herman, Lloyd, Danny and David Trent. He was a Gauley Bridge town supervisor until he retired and a member of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, Beaver. Calvin was Korean War Vet serving in the Army and a lifelong resident of Gauley Bridge. He leaves behind his four children; Elizabeth Jorettia Trent of Richmond, Va., Kathy Jane (Trent) Utz of Louisa, VA., Calvin Edward Trent Jr of Yakima, WA., Penny June (Trent) Pendleton of Princeton, WV; sister Margie Gray of Pinch, WV; three grandsons, Bryan Angel, Sean Duncan, Ryan Elkins, five granddaughters, Carrie Bowman, Emily Legg, Holly Tole, Samantha Pauley, Breanna Clark, nine great-grandchildren. Graveside service will be held 2:30 P.M. Friday, February 15, at Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens, Glasgow, with Pastor Walter A. Pendleton officiating. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Trent family.

Feb 10 2019  Randy Miller, age 63, joined the love of his life, his mother, Mary Lou Devlin, in Heaven on February 7, 2019 after a long illness. Along with his mother, he was preceded in death by his step father, James Devlin, his father, Jack Miller, and his nephew, Craig Shirley.   Survivors are sisters, Pam Street of Procious, Cindy (Chuck) Curtiss, of Clendenin, Marsha (Brad) Shirley of Casper, WY, nephews Tommy Street, Nick Street, Jesse (Miranda) Street, Jake (Nikki) Shirley, nieces Crystal (Tommy) Hamrick, Marcy (Marqus) Shirley, 4 great nephews and 1 great niece who loved him so much. Randy studied horticulture at Michigan State University and the University of Charleston. He was an avid golfer and worked as a greens keeper at NFL linebacker for New York Giants, Brad van Pelt’s, golf course in Owosso, Mi. He was also a landscaper at University of Charleston.  He will be missed by many who knew and loved him. A quote from one of his friends “Randy was a brother from another mother to everyone that knew him"   There will be no public service. A Remembrance of Randy will be celebrated at a later date. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay,  is in charge of arrangements.

Feb 5 2019  Edward Franklin Holcomb, 82, of El Paso, Arkansas passed away at his home on February 2nd, 2019. He was born on April 21, 1936 in Bickmore, West Virginia the late Charles Holcomb and Lucile Mullins (Foster). Edward was retired from the U.S. Army and worked for many years at the Pine Bluff Arsenal. He enjoyed the outdoors; especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. In his younger years he was known for his athletic ability especially in football and baseball. Edward was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend.  He is survived by his children, Crystal Fierro and husband Michael of El Paso, Arkansas and Jason Matlock and wife Michelle of Queen City, Texas; brother Roger and wife Wanda Holcomb of Sweeney Texas, brother Carl and wife Kathy Holcomb of Surf Side Beach, South Carolina, sister Karen and husband Melvin Munger of Summersville, West Virginia, brother Warren and wife Pam Mullins, sister Nada and husband Andy Waddell, sister Dawn Mullins, sister Marjorie Mullins and brother Michael Mullins all of Maysel, West Virginia. Also survived by his grandchildren Britney Light and husband Robert, Kimberlee Aaron, Haiden Fierro, J.T. Matlock, Macie Ayers and Matthew Ayers. He was preceded in death by his wife of 23 years Dorothy Willine Holcomb and his parents. A visitation will be Thursday from 6:00-8:00 pm at Griffin Leggett Conway Funeral Home, 1751 Dave Ward Drive. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 2:00 in the Funeral Home Chapel.

Deborah Ann (Thomas) King of Ansted passed away peacefully at home the morning of Monday, January 28th, after battling a long illness. She was born August 20, 1952. She was a nurse and always loved people; she never met a stranger without a smile. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Amanda. She leaves behind her husband, Parnell King; daughter, Kristen; and two grandchildren that were the absolute loves of her life, Kayla and Evan. She had a big family and an even bigger heart and will be truly missed. Viewing will be at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, on Friday, February 1st at noon, followed by a graveside service at Rich Creek Cemetery at 1:30 P.M. Friend may gather with family from 11:00-12:00 at the church.   On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.caarlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Pennington Funeral home is honored to be serving the King family.

Jan 23 2019  Larry Dale McLaughlin, 68, of Ivydale, entered into rest Monday, January 21, 2019 Born May 27, 1950 in Rainelle, he was the son of the late Donald and Wanda (Young) McLaughlin. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his brother, Melvin. Larry is survived by his daughters, Rebecca Adkins of Duck, Karen Barker of Ivydale and Jenny McLaughlin of Duck; sons, Steven McLaughlin and David McLaughlin both of Ohio; brothers, Lester, Phillip, Steve, Ricky and Brad McLaughlin; Sisters, Pam, Connie Vicky Patricia and Ann; grandchildren,  Blake Adkins, Shayla Adkins, Hayden Gallagher, Kendell Barker, Abby Barker and Lexi Adkins. There will no service at this time .  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the McLaughlin family.

Adrianna Brielle Morris, 8, of Clay, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 13, 2019. Born November 9, 2010, in Charleston, she is the daughter of Mckenzie Breanna Morris of Bickmore. Adrianna was a student at Clay Elementary. In addition to her parents, Adrianna is survived by her brother, Gunner Lafever, sisters, Rhyanna Johnston, Klieghanna Morris and Deizrea Cash, grandparents, Mama Meloanie and Papaw Dale Morris many aunts, uncles and cousin. Adrianna was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Lanty and Dorleen Workman, Pat and Kathleen Morris Funeral service will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 24, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay with Minister Herb Vance and Rev David McLaughlin officiating. Friends may gather with family from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 23, at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith is honored to be serving the Morris family.

Melody Teresa Kincaid Reames, 63, of Gauley Bridge, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2019 at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, after a brief battle with cancer. Born November 21, 1955, in Montgomery, she was the youngest child of the late William “Bill” and Jeanette (Boyce) Kincaid.    In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her brothers, William “Bucky’” Melvin and Roger Kincaid; and grandsons, Justin Reames and Christian Quinonez.  While processing her belongings, we stumbled across what appears to be hand-written outline for an obituary that was used to compose the following. Teresa grew up in Gauley Bridge, attending Gauley Bridge High School until she married Jerry Reames of Ellinwood, KS, June 15, 1973 in Boomer. Later they divorced, her hardworking ethic enabled her to be a successful Tupperware and Lady Finelle Dealer, Owner/operator of the family full service gas station, in home day care service, heavily involved and registered Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts leader, Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society office manager,  Sunday School teacher, home sponsor for Japanese orphans, Command Military Ombudsman, foster parent, PTO parent, Red Cross Volunteer and a board member of the Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni base Exchange and Commissary in Japan.  Despite all this, mom records, “My best accomplishment: I have Jerry Reames Jr., Chad Reames and Shelly Reames Gillenwater.  I’m a single Grammy of 17 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson.  I love my family whether they want it or not.” Melody is survived by her sons, Jerry Ronald Reames Jr of Greenwood, LA, Chad Eric Reames of Rand; daughter, Shelly Anette Gillenwater of Griffiths Ville; fifteen grandchildren, one great-grandchild; sister, Louie Cooper of Norfork, VA; brother, Charles Kincaid of Sissonville. Friends may gather with family for a memorial service at 5:00 P.M. Friday, January 25, at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Teresa’s family.

Karen Brown, 46, of Charleston, formerly of Clay, went home to be the Lord on Friday, January 11, 2019. Born March 6, 1972 in Charleston, she was the daughter of the late Thomas F. King Sr. and Rosetta (Schoolcraft) King; sister, Drema Flores and brother, Randy King. Karen is survived by her daughter, Ashley Boggess of Charleston; three grandchildren; brothers, Thomas and Ronnie King both of Charleston; Ruth (Jeff) Field of Poca, Marlene (Bobby) Bryant of Cairo, Darlene King of Cairo, Becky Strickland of Elkview and Brenda Morris of Charleston. Graveside  service will be held 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 18,  at  Blue Knob Church Cemetery, Maysel. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhomee.com Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Brown family.

Jan 18 2019  Donald Lee Runion, 76, of Clay, entered into rest Monday, January 14, 2019. Born August 17, 1942 in Clay, he was the son of the late Don and Ellen (Starcher) Runion. Donald leaves behind children, Michael Runion, Donald Lee Runion and Sandra Runion; and three grandchildren. Graveside service will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 17 at Little Laurel Missionary Church Cemetery. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at   carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jan 15 2019  Otha  “OT” Thearold Sizemore 97, of Dixie passed away peacefully at Montgomery General Hospital on Sunday, January 13, 2019.  He was born, on March 21, 1921, in Diana, WV to the late Owen Tilden Sizemore and Lucy Maude Gum Sizemore.   He was preceded in death by his wife, Harriette Smarr Sizemore; brothers, Charles, Lonnie, Jimmy and Junior and sister, Norma Killinger. Otha is survived by his brother, Orval “Bud”  Sizemore (Tiny) of New Martinsville;  daughter, Virginia “Jenny” Mikula (Joe) of Sunrise, Florida; son, Ted Sizemore (Diane) of Port Richey, Florida;  Caregiver and niece Judy Cogar; grandson, Tait Sizemore (Sugar) of Alta; great- grandchildren,  Sean,  Seth and Bella Sizemore;  step- great-granddaughter, Alyson Westfall; step-great-great-granddaughters Kiera and Olivia Westfall;  as well as multiple nieces and nephews.  He was a Christian and a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Dixie and a veteran of World War II and fought in the Battle of the Bulge.   He retired from Union Carbide Corporation where he told many stories to his family about his tenure there. Funeral service will be held 12:00 P.M. Saturday, January 19, at First Baptist Church in Dixie, with Pastor Jeff Sevy officiating.  Interment will follow in Restlawn Memory Gardens, Victor, with Military Rites. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Pennington Smith Funeral Home PO BOX 699, Gauley Bridge, WV 25985 On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Pennington-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Sizemore family.

Jan 15 2019  Karen Lynn (King) Brown

Jan 13 2019  Marjorie March, 78, of Fayette, entered into rest Tuesday, January 8, 2019. Born January 12, 1940, in Montgomery, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen (Baughan) Huddleston. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, John March; stepson, Michael March; and sister, Patsy Doty. Marjorie is survived by her son, William (Lisa) McDermott of Gauley Bridge; stepdaughter, Christine Baker, and stepson, Larry March, both of Virginia; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Helen Jones of Myrtle Beach, S.C. Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Monday, January 14, at Gauley Bridge Baptist Church, Gauley Bridge. Burial will be in Montgomery Memorial Park, London. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at  www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com. Pennington-Smith is honored to be serving the March family.

Jan 13 2019  Brian Scott McLaughlin, 41, of Gauley Bridge, WV, born March 15, 1977 in Montgomery, WV, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 6, 2019. Brian graduated from Gauley Bridge High School and also graduated from WV Rehabilitation Center in Institute, WV where he was named student of the year and received those honors. He was a butcher by trade. Brian was a faithful and dedicated member of the Jodie Baptist Church where Brian was an usher. He devoted his life to many of the fun activities that so many in the community enjoyed for years. Brian loved all outdoor sports especially turkey hunting. He enjoyed numerous hunting and fishing trips to Spruce Knob. He loved the memories and trips to the high country. Brian was an avid collector of sports memorabilia and a knife maker. He is survived and loved by his mother and father Don and Betsy McLaughlin of Gauley Bridge, three sisters, Crystal McLaughlin Gray and Wesley Gray of Philippi WV, Mandy McLaughlin of Elkins WV, Amy McLaughlin and Philip Pfister of Charleston WV and nephew and niece Jacob and Olivia Gray of Philippi WV, numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Pennington Smith Funeral Home in Gauley Bridge WV will be in charge of the arrangements. The family will receive friends and family at Jodie Baptist Church on Friday January 11, 2019 from 6pm until 9pm. Funeral Services will be held Saturday January 12, 2019 at 1:00pm at Jodie Baptist Church with Pastors Mike Long, Joe Shaffer, and Doug Mullins officiating.  Interment will follow at the Rich Creek Cemetery in Jodie.

Jan 13 2019 Robert Wayne McKinney, 57, of Summersville, entered into rest Sunday, January 6, 2019. Born January 26, 1961 in Widen, he was the son of the late Bob and Hester (Taylor) McKinney. Robert is survived by his wife, Orpha (Carte) McKinney of Summersville; sons, Eric McKinney of Peach Orchard, Robbie McKinney of Jane Lew and Lorenza Carte of Clay; daughters, Jodi Davis of Weston, Barbara Dancy of Weston, Randi McKinney of Jane Lew, Jo Ann Keen of Harrison and Janie McKinney of Creek Side, PA; sixteen grandchildren; brother, Ricky McKinney of Durham, N.C. ; sisters, Sharon Adkins of Dog Run, Debbie Hamrick of Swandale, Kathy Tinney of Widen and Joyce Jones of Bomont. Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 12, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay, with Minister Ronnie Tinney officiating.  Burial will be in the Dancy Cemetery, Dille. Friends may gather with family one hour prior to the funeral service at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the McKinney family.

Jan 8 2019   Ellen “Jackie” Rose (Sears) Pierson, 83, of Clay, entered into rest Monday, January 7, 2019. Born April 30, 1935 in Roane Co., she was the daughter of the late Leonidas and Eva (Engle) Sears.  Jackie is survived by her husband, David “Bill” William Pierson of Clay, sons, David (Janeen) and Jerry Pierson, both of Clay, daughter, Terri (Wayne) Pierson of Geneva, Fl., grandchildren, Erica Pritt Samples of Morgantown, Leslie (Allen) Goe of Clay, Joshua Pierson of Clay, Lacie (Bud) Pierson of Culloden, Benjamin (Candice) Pierson of Oak Hill, Cheyeanne Rose Childress of Granny’s Creek and Peyton Loving of Widen; great-grandchildren, Laikyn Jade Samples, Victoria Rose Samples, Lanie Jase Goe, Sterling Thomas Pierson Shadd; sisters Wilma “Billie” Robinson and Patty (Clifford) Jackson both of Clendenin; special to her, Scott Samples, Andy Mitchell and Jordan Hannah; and many nieces and nephews.  Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Friday, January 11, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay with Minister Dennis Legg officiating. There will be no graveside service.  Friends may gather with family two hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com  Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Pierson family.

Jan 7 2019  Carol Ann (Brown) Payne, 76, of Clay, entered into rest Friday, January 4, 2019. Born June 13, 1942 in Clay, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Mable (Woods) Brown. Carol is survived by her husband, Dennis Payne of Clay; sons, Darrell Grose of Cartersville, GA, Robert Grose and James Summers  both of Wallback; nine grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren; brother, Wayne Brown of Rochester, Ohio; sisters, Betty Coss of Bellville and Patty King of Rock Cave. She enjoyed visiting with family and friends, listening to music and country dancing. Funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 10, at Wilson-Smith Funeral Home, Clay. Burial will be in Clay Memorial Gardens, Clay. Friends may gather with family from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 9, at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.carlwilsonfuneralhome.com Wilson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Payne family

Jan 6 2019   Ovalee Gill, age 91 of Leon, WV, died January 3, 2019. He was born March 31, 1927 in Widen, WV, Clay County. He was the son of Albert (Ab) W. Gill, and Cornelia (Neely) Sattler Gill, of Clay County. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ina Workman Gill, who died in June 2002. His sister, Chessie Gill Woods, brothers, Otha (Bubby) Gill, Claudis Gill, and Lloyd Gill. Also, two nephews, Steve Gill, Gary Woods, and a niece, Sheila Woods Hamric. He is survived by seven children: Richard Gill of Red House, WV; Lois Gill (Robinson) Kincaid of Point Pleasant, WV; Donna Gill Dawson and husband, W. L. (Junior) Dawson, of Pliny, WV; Scotty Gill and Barb Alexander of Amherst, OH; Larry and Debi Gill of Amherst, OH; Terry Annette Stutler and Jeff Stutler of Leon, WV; Christopher Gill and Christina Marin Gill of Ansted, WV. He is also survived by a brother, Kendall Gill of Clay County, WV; Grandchildren, Monica Robinson and her husband, Jason Hager of Hurricane, WV; Jodie Robinson Gardill and her husband, Christopher Gardill of Wheeling, WV; Crystal Dawson Pelfrey and her husband, Brooks Pelfrey of Milton, WV; Travis Dawson and his wife, Trena Dawson of Leon, WV; Kimberly Gill of Hurricane, WV; Meranda Gill Millis and her husband, Al Millis of Willard, OH; Melissa Gill Striker and her husband , Joe Striker of Amherst, OH; Tabitha Gill and Liam Gill of Ansted, WV; Four Step Grandchildren; Fifteen Great Grandchildren and seven Step Great Grandchildren, and many special Nephews, Nieces, and friends. Ovalee was a World War II veteran and was stationed at Clark Field in the Phillipines. He worked for Elk River Coal and Lumber Company(Buffalo Creek and Gauley Railroad), Widen, WV for 17 years; Georgia Pacific Lumber Company, Swandale, WV, as a truck driver; Clay Camper Company, Adkins Trucking in Nicholas County, WV, and Rigid Tool Company, Elyria, OH, from which he retired. The family would like to give special thanks to his home health caregivers, especially, Jessica and Sarah; the entire staff at Pleasant Valley Hospital who were so caring and kind. Also, Deal Funeral Home for their special friendship, care, and kindness. A graveside service will be held Monday, January 7, 2019, at Bowcott Cemetery in Pliny, WV, at 1 PM. Friends may visit the family at Deal Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, WV, Sunday, January 6, from 4-7 PM. Online condolences can be made at www.dealfh.com.