Tyler Mountain Funeral Home & Memory Gardens
Tyler Mountain Funeral Home & Memory Gardens serves families of all faiths in Cross Lanes and its surrounding communities. The funeral home is located on cemetery grounds, which not only means added convenience and simplicity when planning final arrangements, but lower costs as well. It is the first combination cemetery/funeral home in the Charleston, West Virginia, area. The caring staff at Tyler Mountain is always on hand to offer assistance and answer any questions you may have. At Tyler Mountain Funeral Home & Memory Gardens, we believe that every life is unique, and every funeral should be too. We celebrate life. For those who wish to plan their arrangements in advance, we offer The Simplicity Plan® prearrangement program, an easy way to handle an important family responsibility. TYLER MOUNTAIN FUNERAL HOME Our professional staff welcomes you to the warm and friendly atmosphere of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, located on the grounds of Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens. We're here to listen and provide options to meet your needs. Whether you prefer cremation with a small family gathering or would like a large traditional funeral, you can trust us to assist you in planning and honoring your final wishes. Specifically designed for the comfort and convenience of visiting families, the spacious one-story building offers easy access and is completely handicapped-accessible. The funeral home's large chapel area, just off the wide reception hall, can accommodate more than 200 guests and features a high-quality music system and beautiful stained-glass windows. Comfortable arrangement areas and a spacious foyer area complement the lovely interior. Other features include a large parking area, covered entranceways and an exterior sitting area for guests. TYLER MOUNTAIN MEMORY GARDENS The peaceful, comforting grounds of Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens offer families a wide variety of choices from traditional ground burial to prestigious mausoleum entombment. Mausoleum expansion will allow further development of the park in the years to come. A life-sized presentation of the Lord's Last Supper, based on the famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci, can be found in our Chapel Mausoleum and is a one-of-a-kind feature in the state. Founded in 1953, the site of Tyler Mountain was once Morgan's Dairy Farm. With the adjoining land designated for future expansion, the rich family heritage of Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens will continue for generations to come.
Our Obituaries
Betty J. Thomas
July 24, 1927 - January 28, 2018
Betty Jo Thomas, 90, of Kenna, formerly of Cross Lanes passed away peacefully at her home on January 28, 2018.Betty retired from C&P Telephone Company with 35 years service.She was preceded in death by her parents, Moti and Lura Cunningham; sisters, Mary Anderson, Octa Mae Lanham, and Naomi Layer.Survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Marvin "Doyle" Thomas; caregivers, Dorsel and Charlene...
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Douglas Allen Moses
November 16, 1954 - January 27, 2018
Douglas "Doug" Allen Moses, 63, of Charleston entered the Lord's kingdom on Saturday, January 27, 2018. Doug graduated from George Washington High School, briefly served in the military and received his BA degree from the University of Charleston. Doug lived most of his life in Charleston, enjoyed being with his family and friends, and loved music. He attended St. Luke's Episcopal Church (St....
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Sherrol Stephen Carpenter
October 3, 1947 - January 20, 2018
Sherrol Stephen (Steve) Carpenter, 70 of Cross Lanes passed away unexpectedly at home on January 20th, 2018. He was born in Charleston, WV to parents Brady and Goldie Virginia Carpenter who preceded him in death. Steve graduated from Nitro High School in 1965 and attended West Virginia State College (University). He was a carpenter by trade and retired from the Carpenters Union 1207. He was...
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Gene William Canfield
April 16, 1926 - January 17, 2018
Gene W. Canfield, 91, of Alum Creek, died January 17, 2018 at Home.Gene was the last surviving member of the Will and Jennie Taylor Canfield family. Six sisters, and 4 brothers preceded him in death.Gene was a WWII Veteran and a retiree of Appalachian Electric Power. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Belle Breedlove Canfield; son, Steve Canfield and his wife, Jeanetta, of Cross Lanes; two...
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James Lee Coleman
May 17, 1937 - January 15, 2018
James Lee Coleman, age 80, of Cross Lanes, went home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2018. He was retired from Union Carbide with over 40 years of service. He was preceded in death by his mother Lillian Miller Coleman and father Herbert Coleman, also preceding him was his wife of 55 years, Thelma Coleman and son James Franklin Coleman and many sisters and brothers. He is survived by three...
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Ruby Irene Kirkhart
May 11, 1924 - January 12, 2018
Irene Kirkhart, 93, of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, passed away on January 12, 2018, two weeks after her husband of 68 years, Fred P. Kirkhart. She is survived by her sister Carol Hartley (Dale) of Flatwoods, West Virginia, son Wayne of Carrollton, Ohio, daughter Donna Bland (George) of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, grandsons Ryan Bland of Chicago, Illinois, Nick Bland (Brittany) of Santa Rosa Beach,...
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Clarence Abner Dawkins
August 17, 1927 - January 9, 2018
Clarence Abner (Dutch) Dawkins, 90, of Cross Lanes, passed away on January 9, 2018, following a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Helen M. Dawkins.Dutch was born on August 17, 1927 in Parkersburg, West Virginia, the youngest child of Wilson Kay Dawkins and Ethel Hupp Wharton Dawkins. He was preceded in death by his siblings Harold A. Hupp, Eleanor Hupp Gerhold, Rose Eleanor...
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Violet Evangeline Hall
November 7, 1935 - January 8, 2018
Violet E. "Granny" Hall, 82, of St. Albans, joined our Father in Heaven on Monday, January 8, 2018.Violet was a member of Mount Tabor Church, St. Albans. She was previously employed by Ames, G.C. Murphy, and DuPont Belle Plant.She was preceded in death by her parents, Lillie Gannon and Estel Bibbee, and step-mother, Onnie Good; sisters, Beverly Bibbee, and Mildred Haid; daughter,...
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Violet Evangeline Hall
November 7, 1935 - January 8, 2018
Violet E. "Granny" Hall, 82, of St. Albans, joined our Father in Heaven on Monday, January 8, 2018.Violet was a member of Mount Tabor Church, St. Albans. She was previously employed by Ames, G.C. Murphy, and DuPont Belle Plant.She was preceded in death by her parents, Lillie Gannon and Estel Bibbee, and step-mother, Onnie Good; sisters, Beverly Bibbee, and Mildred Haid; daughter,...
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Dana Ray Mallett
September 13, 1937 - January 7, 2018
Dana Ray Mallett, 80, of Nitro was born Septemer 13 1937 and received his Angel wings Sunday, January 7, 2018.Dana was preceded in death by his parents, George and Opal Mallett and sister, Donna Connolly. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Sue (Lemon), and four children, Deena Ellison (Keith), Danette Thomas (Leo), Melinda Finton (Chris), Dana Ray (Kristi), eight grandchildren, and three great...
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Elsie Merrill Litton
January 22, 1935 - January 5, 2018
Elsie Merrill Litton, 82, of Cross Lanes, went home to be with the Lord on January 5, 2018. Elsie attended Community Chapel Church in Cross Lanes. She loved the outdoors and spent a great deal of time gardening, canning vegetables and admiring her flowers. Elsie had a passion for camping at Beech Fork with many of her and Ray's friends and family, especially Stella Litton which was like a...
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Ruth M. Shamblin
April 2, 1930 - January 4, 2018
Ruth Maxine Shamblin (Larabee), 87, of Nitro, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2018 at the Hubbard Hospice House West in South Charleston.Born April 2, 1930 in Dunbar, Ruth was a longtime member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was a vibrant presence, known for her love of clogging and extravagant fashion. Ruth’s brothers learned to play musical instruments but...
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Charles Edward Wise
January 6, 1927 - December 31, 2017
Charles Edward Wise, 90, of Charleston passed away December 31, 2017 in Cedar Ridge Nursing Center after a long, full life.Ed retired from the Radisson Hotel in Charleston. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Nora Susan Gardner Wise; parents, Ray and Helen Wise; siblings, Raymond, Paul, Bobby.Left to cherish his memory are loving daughter, Eleanor Klass (Wayne) of Aurora, Colorado;...
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Martha Murray Peters
January 20, 1947 - December 31, 2017
Martha Murray Peters, 70, of Dunbar passed away December 31, 2017 in Teays Valley Center after a long battle with dementia.Martha was born January 20, 1947 in Tazwell, Virginia. Martha sang gospel music around the Kanawha Valley. She was a member of Dunbar Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Harold, Dorman, Margaret, Wilma, and Retha.Left to cherish her memory are her...
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Fred Paul Kirkhart
June 4, 1927 - December 30, 2017
Fred Paul Kirkhart, 90, of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, peacefully passed away at home, surrounded by family, on December 30, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Irene Kirkhart, son Wayne of Carrollton, Ohio, daughter Donna Bland (George) of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and Grandsons Ryan Bland of Chicago, Illinois, Nick Bland (Brittany) of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, Great Granddaughters...
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Ramona Lynn Mauzy
August 3, 1939 - December 24, 2017
Ramona Lynn Mauzy, 78, of Winfield went to be with the Lord December 24, 2017 in Angel Avenue Assisted Living after a long illness.Ramona was born August 3, 1939 to the late Leonard and Raymah Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Franklin Mauzy; and sister-in-law, Frances Brown.Ramona was a homemaker, attended Rocky Step Community Church, and was a loving Sister and Aunt.Left...
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Marieda Mae Edens
November 3, 1930 - December 17, 2017
Marieda Mae Edens November 3, 1930 - December 17, 2017 Marieda M. Edens, 87, of Charleston, WV, went home to be with the Lord December 17, 2017. She was born on Nov. 3, 1930 in Kanawha Co. WV, the daughter of the late Joe and Vella Derrick. She was a wife, mother, and homemaker. She loved square dancing, cake decorating, and genealogy. She is survived by one daughter, Vicki Bowling and her...
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Gregory Scott Jordan
April 8, 1969 - December 16, 2017
Scott Jordan, 48, of Cross Lanes, passed away December, 16th 2017 after a long illness. He was born the son of the late Jackie Lee and Sandra L. Cambell Jordan. He was also preceded in death by his uncle Leonard Jordan. Scott is survived by his wife of 30 years, Cindy Jordan; one son and son-in-law Austin and Jarrod Jordan; two sister’s Gail Cadle and Deloris Hawely; mother-in-law Vallie...
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Noble Earl Pritt
April 14, 1935 - December 14, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Cecil Marion King
April 29, 1923 - December 13, 2017
Cecil Marion King Jr., 94, of Cross Lanes passed away December 13, 2017 at Hubbard Hospice House after a short illness.Marion retired from DuPont with 33 years service. He was a WWII Army Veteran, and was a member of the American Legion. Marion was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil Marion King Sr. and Sarah Jane Simpkins King; brothers, Wayne...
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Vernie Cuniece Doughty
June 5, 1930 - December 12, 2017
Vernie Cuniese Byrd Doughty, Age 87, of Cross Lanes, WV, Born June 5, 1930, went with the angels to join her beloved husband, Wilford on December 12, 2017.She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Wilford D. Doughty; her daughter Amy G. Doughty Anderson; and a grandson, Adam Baker. She was also preceded by her parents Mary Sally Burdette Byrd and James E. Byrd, her step-mother Virginia O....
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Colan Douglas Lilly
August 22, 1942 - December 11, 2017
Colan “Doug or Red” Douglas Lilly, 75, Cross Lanes, formerly of Nitro, passed away December 11, 2017 in CAMC Memorial after a long illness.Doug was a retired auto mechanic of several Dealerships in the Charleston region. He also retired from Stanley Steamer. Doug served in the Army Reserve, and was a proud member of the NRA. Doug played banjo, guitar, and mandolin enjoying his...
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Crystal Lynn Hodges
November 4, 1954 - December 11, 2017
Crystal Lynn “Cricket” Sizemore-HodgesCrystal Lynn “Cricket” Sizemore-Hodges (63) of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on December 11th, 2017, at CAMC General Division.She was born in Corrine West Virginia on November 4th, 1954; daughter of Reverend T.L and Thelma Mae (Miller) Sizemore. She was a graduate of Bluefield High School, class of ‘73. Crystal had many...
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Helen L. McCutcheon
July 31, 1922 - December 7, 2017
Helen L. McCutcheon, 95, of Cross Lanes passed away December 9, 2017 in Hubbard Hospice House West after a short illness.Helen was born July 31, 1922 to the late William Perry and Freddie Lue Casto Hill. She retired from Columbia Gas. She attended Cross Lanes Community Church, enjoyed sewing, and spending time with family.Preceded in death by a son-in-law, James M. Ross; and a sister, Jackie...
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Emogene May Santrock
April 14, 1928 - December 7, 2017
Emogene May Santrock, 89, of Nitro passed away December 7, 2017 in Hubbard Hospice House after a long illness.Jean was born April 14, 1928 to the late Carl and Freda Morrow Ord. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Homer Santrock Jr; granddaughter, Jennifer Eddins; and grandson, Charles Arthur. Jean was a member of Rock Branch Independent Church.Left to cherish her memory are...
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Mary Ellen Gibson
August 16, 1938 - December 7, 2017
Mary Ellen Gibson left this world on December 7, 2017 and is in the presence of the Lord praising His name. She is no longer in pain and will never hurt again.She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. God blessed her as a homemaker and Bible scholar. She touched the hearts of everyone she came in contact with throughout her life and was blessed to be a long-time member of Victory Baptist...
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John Anderson Stover
December 22, 1945 - December 5, 2017
John Anderson Stover, 71, of Campbell’s Creek passed away December 5, 2017 at home after a long illness.John was a maintenance supervisor at Stone & Thomas Department Store, was a coal truck driver and UMWA member. He retired metal fabricator with South Charleston Stamping Plant. He was born December 22, 1945 to the late Troy and Martha Layton Stover. He was an Army Veteran. Also...
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Carl Ray Smith
March 21, 1936 - November 29, 2017
Carl “Smitty” Ray Smith, 81, of Kellys Creek passed away unexpectedly at home on November 29, 2017.Carl was a retired Supervising Operator with DuPont, and an Airforce Veteran. Carl served proudly in the Air National Guard 130th Airlift Wing with 40 years service. He was a property manager at Appleseed Johnny’s of Frogs Creek, and was a 32nd Degree Mason. Carl enjoyed...
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Freda Inez Rider
February 11, 1922 - November 22, 2017
Freda Inez Rider was born on February 11, 1922 and departed this life on November 22, 2017. She was the daughter of Edgar and Vida Kesler and grew up in a small lumber town of Nallen, West Virginia. It was there that she met and eventually married her husband of sixty five years, Denny Rider. Freda was preceded in death by her parents, husband Denny, daughter Marcia Casto, and sisters Helen...
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Dorcas June Proffitt
March 27, 1937 - November 20, 2017
June D. Proffitt, 80 of Charleston, WV went home to be with the Lord on Monday November 20, 2017 after an extended illness.She was retired from Kanawha County Schools as a cook. She was a member of Bethany Baptist Church on Greenbrier St. where she provided nursery care. She always loved those little babies.She is survived by her daughter Karen (Roger) Tolley and grandsons Jason Tolley, Brian...
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Frankie Wheeler
January 26, 1923 - November 17, 2017
Frankie WheelerJan. 26, 1923 – Nov. 17, 2017Dorothy Francis “Frankie” Wheeler 94, passed away November 17, 2017 at Florentine Gardens Nursing Home in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was born January 26, 1923 in Charleston WV.Besides her parents, Etley Timothy and Emma Lillian Edens Withrow, she was proceeded in death by her husband of 55 years, James Leroy Wheeler, two sisters Lillian...
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William Karnes
October 14, 1965 - November 15, 2017
William Todd Karnes unexpectedly but peacefully departed this life Nov. 15, 2017 at home. Todd was the youngest son of Phyllis Bowling Karnes and John Karnes. He was the younger brother of Roger Karnes whom he greatly respected and admired. Their passing was his greatest pain. Todd was a mechanic by trade and a former Marine. He lived a life of dedicated patriotism. Todd was a Harley Davidson...
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Jacqueline Sue Mallett
September 23, 1941 - November 9, 2017
Jacqueline Sue “Jackie” Mallett, 76, of Nitro, passed away Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017, at Hubbard House West.She was born Sept. 23, 1941, in Poughkeepsie, NY, the daughter of Jasper Phillips and Sylvia Tittle Phillips (Marcum), both deceased.Jackie was retired from Rhone Poulenc, formerly Union Carbide, where she worked in the lab. She was a very social person who enjoyed simply talking...
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Russell Lee Edens
October 12, 1928 - November 9, 2017
Russell L. Edens, 89, of Charleston, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 9, 2017.He was born on Oct. 12, 1928 in Kanawha Co. WV, a son of the late Lawrence and Pinnie Edens. He worked stateside during WWII as a Weather Observer for the US Army. He retired from the US Postal Service with over 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Marieda; one daughter, Vicki Bowling...
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Tammy G. Reavis
March 29, 1959 - November 2, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Mary Eloise Maynard
April 11, 1927 - October 31, 2017
Eloise Maynard, 90, of South Charleston passed away October 31, 2017 in Hubbard Hospice House.Eloise was born April 11, 1927 in Huntington to the late William and Molly Langdon Meehling. She retired from Sears, and was a member of Bible Center Church, Charleston.Eloise was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Maynard; sister, Wilma Meehling; brothers, Harold, Denver and Carlton Meehling; and...
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Mary Eloise Maynard
April 11, 1927 - October 31, 2017
Eloise Maynard, 90, of South Charleston passed away October 31, 2017 in Hubbard Hospice House.Eloise was born April 11, 1927 in Huntington to the late William and Molly Langdon Meehling. She retired from Sears, and was a member of Bible Center Church, Charleston.Eloise was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Maynard; sister, Wilma Meehling; brothers, Harold, Denver and Carlton Meehling; and...
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Glen Bailey
October 7, 2017 - October 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Sondra Jackson Dye
December 16, 1938 - October 27, 2017
Sondra Faulkner Dye, 78, of Cross Lanes passed away peacefully at home into the arms of her Lord and Savior, with her husband and daughters by her side on October 27, 2017.Sondra was employed by C&P Telephone Company and the WV State Road Commission. She was a member of the First Christian Church-Disciples at Wildwood, Florida.Sondra was an amazing homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother. ...
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Dorothy Mae Miller
November 14, 1927 - October 19, 2017
Dorothy Mae Miller, 89, passed away from this life into her heavenly life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 19, 2017. She was a Christian and attended Maranatha Fellowship Church in St. Albans.Dorothy retired as a cook form the Kanawha County School System.She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Curtis L. Miller, parents Oscar and Ernestine Rowley, brothers William...
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Jeffrey Blaine Balser
May 31, 1959 - October 14, 2017
Jeffrey “Jeff” Blaine Balser, 58, of Cross Lanes passed away October 14, 2017 at home unexpectedly.Jeff was a Chemical Operator with Covestro (formerly Union Carbide) in South Charleston. He was a Master Mason at South Charleston Lodge #168, and a member of the Beni Kedem Shrine, Charleston. Attended Community Chapel Church, Cross Lanes. Jeff enjoyed working at home and spending...
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William H. BATES
July 10, 1929 - October 8, 2017
William Harmon Bates Sr., 88, of South Charleston went home to join his Heavenly Father and loved ones on Oct 8th 2017. He was the son of the late John Harmon & Mildred Mae Carey Bates. He leaves behind his wife of 68 years, Jeanette Watts Bates; sisters, Beverly Holley, and Barbara Rollins; sons, William H Bates, Jr (Connie), Carey Glen Bates (Mercedes); daughters, Susan T. Fisher (Stanley),...
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Jean V. Owens
October 26, 1922 - October 7, 2017
Mrs. Jean V. Owens, 94, of Campbells Creek passed away October 7th, 2017, after leading a long Christian life. She was born at home October 26, 1922. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl and her parents, L.W. and Ethel Morris; sisters Lorena Whitecotton and Helen Barker; and brother Bill. Jean is survived by her son, Jeff and daughter-in-law Connie; grandson Jason and wife, Tiffany;...
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Bobby Gene Compton
July 4, 1935 - October 5, 2017
Bobby Gene Compton, 82, of Charleston, died Thursday, October 5, 2017, at St. Mary's Medical Center after a short illness.Bob was a dedicated public school teacher who spent his entire 30-year career at Horace Mann Junior High School.He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty Rae Compton, who was at his side when he passed. Other survivors include his sister, Judy Gandee, of Franklin,...
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Gladys Null
October 21, 1929 - October 2, 2017
Gladys Jantz Null, 87, of Cross Lanes formerly of Charleston, passed away October 2nd, 2017. She was born October 21, 1929 in Copeland Kansas the daughter of the late Daniel and Gunda Yost Jantz. She was also preceded in death by her husband Hollis (Brownie) Edward Null. She was retired from CAMC Memorial as an LPN. After retiring she worked for Kanawha Hospice Care. Gladys was a faithful...
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Ruby E. Elkins
March 17, 1920 - September 30, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Edward Lee Tolliver
September 5, 1926 - September 30, 2017
Edward Lee Tolliver, 91, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord September 30, 2017 at CAMC Memorial Hospital after a short illness.Edward was born September 5, 1926 in Kayford to the late Lee and Lulu Tolliver.Edward “Bobby” was a retired welder from FMC. He was a member of Oakridge Bible Church and Bethany Baptist Church. He served in the United States Navy during World War...
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Gary Ross Holbrook
July 26, 1953 - September 26, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Barbara Young
December 4, 1934 - September 24, 2017
Barbara F. Young, 82, of Dunbar, lost her battle with cancer on Sunday, September 24, 2017 at Hubbard Hospice House West, with her loving daughter by her side.She was born December 4, 1934 in Charleston, the eldest daughter of the late William A. Farmer, Sr., and Maxine Farmer. In addition to her parents, Barbara was predeceased by husband, Quinton Young, grandson, Jared Linkenauger, sister, Giny...
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Retha Arlene Lilly
February 8, 1934 - September 24, 2017
Miss Retha Arlene Lilly, 83, of Charleston, passed away September 24, 2017 at Geneses Healthcare, Cedar Ridge Nursing Center following a long illness with Alzheimer’s Disease.Retha was born in Charleston on February 8, 1934 to the late Nellie Ora Harkins Lilly and Herman F. Lilly. She graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School and was retired from C&P Telephone Company with 30 ½...
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Jerry L. Duke
September 23, 2017
Jerry L. Duke, 73, of Little River, S.C., formerly of St. Albans, passed away September 23, 2017, surrounded by family.He retired after 29 1/2 years from FMC, Olin and Clearon and then moved to the beach where he was a member of Shoreline Baptist Church. He moved back to West Virginia and then decided he liked the beach better!He is survived by his wife, Judy Stanley Duke; daughters, Kimberly...
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Elsie Dare Clendenen
May 9, 1917 - September 16, 2017
Elsie Dare Clendenen, age 100, departed this life peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2017, at Crown Pointe Care Center, Columbus, OH, after a brief illness. Born to John S.J. Reynolds and Mary Ellen Nicholas Reynolds on May 9, 1917 in Milton, WV, she was raised on a farm. On December 24, 1939, Elsie married the love of her life, Orland R. (Bud) Clendenen. They built a home in Cross Lanes, WV,...
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Teresa Lee Dixon
September 16, 2017
Teresa Lee Dixon, 66, of Nitro, WV passed away September 16, 2017. She was born March 6th, 1951 the daughter of the late James Edward and Mary Grace Holt Withrow. Teresa is survived by her husband Thomas N. Dixon; son Scott and daughter Tonya Renee-Dixon. Services will be held Tuesday September 19, 2017 at 2:00 pm with visitation from 1:00 pm until service time at Tyler Mountain Funeral Home,...
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Roger Dennis Grigsby
April 14, 1948 - September 11, 2017
Roger Dennis Grigsby, 69, of Cross Lanes passed away September 11, 2017 at home, surrounded by his family.Roger was a retired Operator with South Charleston Waste Treatment. Roger was an Army Vietnam Veteran, and a member of the Faith Freewill Baptist Church. Roger enjoyed spending time at home with his grand-daughter, Eden. Roger collected model cars (miniatures), built garages and sheds, loved...
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Elsie Louise Smalley
December 15, 1934 - September 5, 2017
Elsie Louise Smalley, 82 of Hurricane, WV formerly of Beckley went to be with the Lord, on September 5, 2017 with her family by her side.She was born December 15, 1934 in Kanawha County. She was the daughter of the late Delbert and Gretues Jarrett Lunsford. She was a member of Maple Fork Baptist Church.Elsie enjoyed sewing, gardening and spending time with friends and family. In addition to her...
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Carl Clayton Hinkley
October 17, 1924 - August 31, 2017
Carl Clayton Hinkley, 92, of St. Albans went to be with the Lord August 31, 2017 in CAMC Memorial after a short illness.Carl was a lifelong resident of Putnam and Kanawha counties. He was a construction worker and a member of Laborers Union #1353. Carl enjoyed yard work and taking care of his flowers. He loved spending time with his family, walking, and going to flea markets.Preceded in death by...
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Tano-Gemondo Edward Charles
February 15, 1953 - August 28, 2017
Charles Edward Tano-GemondoCharles Tano-Gemondo, 64, of Cross Lanes, passed away Aug. 28, 2017. Service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, Sep. 11, 2017, at Donel C. Kinnard State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar, WV. Tyler Mountain Funeral Home is in charge of arrangments.
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Kenneth Leroy Boggess
May 14, 1934 - August 25, 2017
Kenneth L. Boggess, 83, of Cross Lanes, WV went home to be with his Lord August 25, 2017 after a short illness.He was born on May 14, 1934 in Dunbar, WV, a son of the late O.B. and Dolores Bocco Boggess. He was a graduate of Dunbar High School and retired from Carbide/Rhone-Poulenc. He was formerly a long time member of Perrow Presbyterian Church and a weekly viewer of Hal Lindsey. Kenny Loved...
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Dorothy Ellison Meeker
December 10, 1928 - August 20, 2017
Dorothy “Dottie” Ellison Meeker, 88, of Scott Depot went to be with the Lord August 20, 2017 at home after a short illness.Dottie was a retired School Teacher, homemaker, and member of the Cross Lanes Baptist Church. Dottie was a Physical Education Teacher, and continued to be active enjoying sports, snow and water skiing, and playing tennis. Dottie was very active in her church,...
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Linda Kay Whittaker
August 12, 1947 - August 10, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Kenneth Dale Stevens
December 30, 1955 - August 10, 2017
Kenneth (Ken) D. Stevens of Cross Lanes, WV, passed away on August 10th, 2017. Before his death, Ken was a beloved husband and father who touched the lives of people across the country through his involvement in the Barbershop Harmony Society as a 38-year member. Over the years he was involved in several quartets both casually and competitively and was a member of both the Kanawha Kordsmen Chorus...
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Barbara Ann Wigglesworth
January 17, 1933 - August 8, 2017
Barbara “Momma” Wigglesworth, 84, of Cross Lanes passed away August 8, 2017 in Dunbar Center (Genesis) after a long illness. Momma was a member of Perrow Presbyterian Church, and was a homemaker. Loved fishing, camping and spending time with family. Preceded in death by her husband, Chester F. Wigglesworth Jr.; parents, Robert and Anna Ray Ockerman Hazelrigg; Momma was the last of...
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Robin Nicole Marie Divita
February 23, 1972 - August 5, 2017
Robin Nicole Marie DiVitaNikki never saw the ocean. She never felt the sand between her toes, never felt the waves swirl over her feet, never heard the ocean’s roar.She never baked a cake.She never had that first kiss we all remember.But she had sunshine all around her and she had the happiest, biggest smile. Nikki loved and was loved.Robin Nicole Marie DiVita gave us her last smile and...
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Frank Donald Matthews
March 23, 1957 - July 31, 2017
Frank D. Matthews, 60, of Kenna passed away on Monday, July 31, 2017 at Hubbard Hospice House after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.Frank was a graduate of George Washington High School. He was employed by E.I. DuPont and retired after 39 years of service.Franks greatest joys in life were fishing, hunting, and spending time with friends.Preceded in death by parents, Ernest Matthews and Eva...
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Erma Fisher Dean
March 19, 1929 - July 30, 2017
Erma Fisher Dean, 88 of Dunbar went home to be with the Lord on Sunday July 30, 2017. She was a member of Cross Lanes Community Chapel. She retired from K-Mart. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Collett Fisher, son Hubert Fisher, daughter Wanda Gibson, grandchildren Steven Slater, Randy Wickline, Chelsie and Katie McCormick, five brothers, and one sister.She is survived by her sons...
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Betty Jo Canterbury
July 9, 1935 - July 25, 2017
Betty Jo Canterbury, 82 of Charleston went home to be with the Lord on July 25th after a three day stay at Hubbard Hospice House. She was preceeded in death by her husband James Harvey and her parents Rollie and Hazel McClanahan, brothers Donald, Roger, and Jerry McClanahan and sisters Wanda Burdette, June Beane, and Jean Westfall.Surviving are her son James Edward and his wife Nancy and daughter...
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Ruth E. Gibson
February 6, 1938 - July 22, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Guy Mansfield Mallett
March 12, 1932 - July 21, 2017
Guy M. Mallett, 85, of Charleston, WV, passed away July 21, 2017 at Hubbard Hospice House West following a long illness.He was born in Kanawha, County, WV, a son of the late Albro and Lucy Mallett. He was a veteran of the US Army and retired from Union Carbide. He was a member of Twin City Bible Church in Nitro, WV.He is survived by his wife, Peggy Mallett; his sister, Lois J. Woods; his son...
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Lorene Joy Edgell
March 7, 1928 - July 15, 2017
Lorene “Joy” Edgell, 89, of Cross Lanes ended her suffering on Saturday July 15th, 2017, a bright summers’ morning. She will no longer have to say “thank you for being nice to me” in her timid little voice.Joy was the daughter of Earl Clinton and Dolly May Parsons Cobb. She was originally from Jackson County, and then to moved to Charleston, and the surrounding area....
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Charles Franklin Selbe
July 10, 1927 - July 15, 2017
Charles “Charlie” Franklin Selbe, 90, of Cross Lanes passed away Saturday, July 15, 2017 after a short illness.He was retired from Goodrich Gulf and then continued on with his son in Selbe Excavating and Construction Company. Charlie was a WWII Navy Veteran.Charlie was preceded in death by his daughter, Dara; parents, Walter and Francis Selbe; brother, Raymond; and sister, Marian...
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Charles Edward Machir
October 21, 1941 - July 9, 2017
Charles “Ed” Edward Machir Jr., 75, of Nitro passed away July 9, 2017 at home after a brief illness.Ed retired from Thomas Memorial Hospital with 30 years service. Member of the East Nitro United Baptist Church. Ed enjoyed camping, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR.He was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Leona Rickard Machir; father and mother-in-law,...
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Sandra Sue Witt
August 4, 1942 - July 6, 2017
Sandra Hart Witt, 74, of Winfield, WV, passed away July 6, 2017 at her home with her family by her side.She was born on August 4, 1942 in Charleston, WV, a daughter of the late Walter Glenn and Valeria Davidson Hart. Sandra retired from BancOne and graduated from Dunbar High School.She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Randall Witt; one son Randall Witt, Jr. and Debbie of Winfield; two...
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Clarence Earl Stockton
March 5, 1926 - July 6, 2017
Clarence E. “Buddy” Stockton, Jr., 91, of South Charleston, WV passed away July 6, 2017 at the Hubbard Hospice House West following a long illness.Buddy was born on March 5, 1926 in Moundsville, WV, the son of the late Clarence E., Sr. and Mary E. Miller Stockton. Buddy left Charleston H.S. to join the Merchant Marines (Coast Guard) to serve his country in World War II. Upon his...
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Coda Ray Edgell
May 18, 1951 - June 20, 2017
Coda “Bud” Edgell, Jr. 66, of Cross Lanes passed away Thursday, June 20, 2017 at home after a long illness.Fishing was his heart with his avid fishing buddy, Ford Rose. At any given time Bud would drop everything for his family and was always there for someone in hard times. He was responsible for building many of the buildings around the Kanawha Valley.Bud is survived by his wife...
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Betty L. Powell
April 8, 1928 - June 20, 2017
Betty L. Powell, 89, of Spring Hill section of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord, June 20, 2017 after a long illness.She was born on April 8, 1928, to the late John Edward Lowther and Hazel Edna Starkey Lowther.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving Aunt and Uncle with whom she lived with in her younger years, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rader. She is also...
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Carol Griffith
September 17, 1941 - June 19, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Earl M. Young
September 25, 1922 - June 13, 2017
Earl “Buddy” M. Young, 94, of Rocky Fork passed away peacefully in his sleep June 13, 2017 at home.Buddy was a retired core molder with Kanawha Manufacturing. He was a WWII Army Air Corp Veteran having served as a lead mechanic on B-24’s in England. He was awarded a bronze and silver star for his service. Member of Baber Agee United Methodist Church. He enjoyed gardening, taking...
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Clarissa Ann Minor
December 20, 1937 - June 4, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Harold Lee Bothwell
January 25, 1932 - May 29, 2017
Harold Lee Bothwell, 85, of Palm Bay, Florida went to be with the Lord May 29, 2017 with his family by his side.Harold was a retired Chemist with Union Carbide with 35 years service. He served in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Harold was an avid aviator, having his own plane for many years. He also enjoyed fishing and golfing.Preceded in death by his wife, Auneca McDorman Bothwell;...
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Margaret Jane Casto
November 20, 1945 - May 26, 2017
Margaret J. Casto, 71, of Charleston, passed away May 26, 2017 at home with her family by her side.Margaret was born November 20, 1945 the daughter of the late Anna Cammack Motter. Also preceding her in death are children, Bonnie and Edward Casto; brothers, Alfred, David and Tommy; and sisters, Lorraine and Ruth.Left to cherish her memory are husband of 51 years, James H. Casto Jr; son, James H....
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Yolanda Goad Roberts
June 10, 1933 - May 15, 2017
Yolanda Smith Roberts, 83, of Dunbar got her angel wings May 15, 2017.Yolanda was a 1951 graduate of Dunbar High School and attended classes at Morris Harvey, where she met her husband Okey. She went to work in 1951 at Bank of Dunbar, now United Bank. After 52 years, of dependable and faithful service, she retired in 2003 at age 70. During this time she established a loving and comfortable home...
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Brenda Ella Gibson
March 15, 1946 - May 10, 2017
Brenda Ella Gibson of Dunbar went to join her beloved husband in her Heavenly Father’s Home on May 10, 2017, at the home of her daughter.She was born March 15, 1946, to Lowell and Tressie Scott Greene of Bandytown, WV. Brenda was a graduate of Van High School and attended Morris Harvey College. She was formerly employed by Kaufmann’s Department Store and was secretary and dispatcher...
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Joann Elizabeth Fleming
August 14, 1958 - May 4, 2017
Joann Elizabeth Fleming, age 58, of Cross Lanes, West Virginia passed away after a long and brave battle with cancer on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at the Hubbard House in Charleston.Joann was a 1976 graduate of Spencer High School and went on to receive her bachelors degree from WVU Tech. She was a dedicated employee of the state for 35 years and played a vital role in WV disaster preparedness and...
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Leroy Dewayne Riffle
February 5, 1966 - May 2, 2017
Leroy Dewayne Riffle, 51, of Kellys Creek passed away May 2, 2017.Dewayne enjoyed playing basketball at Sissonville High School where he graduated in 1984.Dewayne was preceded in death by his father, Irvin Leroy Riffle Jr.Left to cherish his memory are children, Tiffany, Damian, Lyndee, and Bailee; mother, Mildred “Teny” Bailey Riffle; granddaughter, MaCinlee; and numerous aunts,...
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Dawn Michelle Weaver
November 5, 1967 - April 17, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Clifford Sherman Bostic
July 11, 1930 - April 14, 2017
Clifford S. Bostic, 86, of Sissonville passed away April 14, 2017 at home after a short illness.Clifford was a retired Chemical Foreman with Union Carbide. He was an Army Veteran. He was married to Evelyn Hanson Bostic for 62 years. He loved hunting, fishing, and camping. Preceded in death by parents, Hubert and Mary Eskew Bostic; his twin brother, Roy; sister, Glada; and brother, Howard.Left...
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Wanda Lee Gunno
February 4, 1924 - April 11, 2017
Wanda Lee Gunno, 93, of Cross Lanes went to be with the Lord April 11, 2017 in Bellaire at Devonshire after a long illness.Wanda was born February 4, 1924 to the late Ottie and Hattie Ashley Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edison Gunno Sr.; daughter, Dora Gunno Bower; and a sister, Pauline Richmond.Wanda was a member of the First Baptist Church of Tyler Mountain, where she...
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David Ray Layman
November 1, 1956 - April 10, 2017
David “Elf” Ray Layman of Cross Lanes passed away April 10th, 2017 at his favorite camping spot of over 40 years at Seneca Rocks. He was born in Harrisonburg Va., the son of the late Earl and Eleanor Martz Layman; also preceding him in death was his wife Renee and a brother Mike Layman.Surviving are son’s Brandon Layman of Dunbar and Jared Layman of Huntington; one sister Sandy...
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Ethel Lee Breeden
June 20, 1947 - April 9, 2017
Ethel Lee Breeden, 69, of Poca went to be with the Lord April 9, 2017 in Hubbard Hospice West after a long illness.Ethel was born June 20, 1947 to the late Lovell and Mary McCormick Foster. She attended Poca Fork Baptist Church, and had worked at Heck’s Warehouse, FasChek, Tudor’s, and St. Francis Hospital. Preceded in death by brothers, Robert Edward, Cecil, Russell and Terry Foster...
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Ethel Fay Moses
April 2, 1946 - April 9, 2017
Ethel Fay Phalen Moses, 71, of Thurman, Ohio passed away April 9th, 2017. She was born April 2nd, 1946 the daughter of the late Merle and Midge Phalen of Bancroft, WV. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Marilyn Saunders, and a brother Merle F. Phalen; and in-laws, Clyde and Iris Moses.Ethel was a 1964 graduate of Poca High School where she was a member of the marching band and played...
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Dorothy Ann Taylor
December 23, 1938 - April 7, 2017
Dorothy Ann Taylor of Nitro passed away Friday, April 7th, 2017 at the age of 78. She was the daughter of the late Rev. Harry B. Davis and Helen Davis, also preceding her in death were three precious little Portz angels and son-in-law Richard Walker.Dorothy is survived by her devoted and loving husband of almost 62 years, James R. Taylor; children, Cheryl (Danny) Gillispie, Angela (Rowdy) Moran,...
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Joyce Ann Hughes
February 5, 1945 - April 2, 2017
Joyce Ann Hughes, 72, of Pinch, passed away Sunday, April 2nd, 2017 at home following a lengthy battle with COPD. She was born February 5th, 1945 and was the only child of the late Harry and Frances Clingenpeel of Charleston. In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Larry D. Hughes of Pinch.Surviving are sons Jeffrey Allen Hughes and James Michael Hughes of Pinch;...
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Elfriede Maria Wade
July 16, 1931 - March 30, 2017
William "Bill" and Elfriede WadeOn March 30, 2017, our beloved parents joined hands with the Lord.Bill was born on July 6, 1931 to Lessie and Robert Wade of Cross Lanes. Bill retired from Chemical Tank Lines, was an Air Force veteran, member of the Masonic Lodge, and was a member of the Teamsters Local 175 since 1955. He is survived by one sister, Mary Fisher of Cross Lanes.Elfriede was...
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William Moore Wade
July 6, 1931 - March 30, 2017
William "Bill" and Elfriede WadeOn March 30, 2017, our beloved parents joined hands with the Lord.Bill was born on July 6, 1931 to Lessie and Robert Wade of Cross Lanes. Bill retired from Chemical Tank Lines, was an Air Force veteran, member of the Masonic Lodge, and was a member of the Teamsters Local 175 since 1955. He is survived by one sister, Mary Fisher of Cross Lanes.Elfriede was...
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Lieselotte Wilhemine Russell
January 2, 1925 - March 26, 2017
Lieselotte “Lelo” Wilhelmine Werner Russell of South Charleston, WV, died peacefully on March 26, 2017, at Our Lady of Hope Nursing Home in Richmond, VA. She was ninety-two years old. Born in Germany on January 2, 1925, Lelo immigrated to the United States in 1948 and became a citizen in 1978.Lelo worked for more than thirty years at Elks Lodge #202 in Charleston and the Plaza Lounge...
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Richard Watson Martin
March 16, 1930 - March 23, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Joseph Gary Angel
July 26, 1956 - March 17, 2017
Joseph "Joey" G. Angel, 60, of Cross Lanes went home to be with the Lord, Friday, March 17, 2017 at the Hubbard Hospice House – West, after an extended battle with lung cancer.Joey was preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Irene Angel; brother, Bobby Angel; and sisters, Rita Whittington, Linda Massey, and Priscilla Angel.He is survived by sisters, Nancy (Greg) Toman,...
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DWayne Eddie Jeffers
August 8, 1965 - March 11, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, WV.
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Mary Kathern Woods
July 17, 1942 - March 10, 2017
Mary K. Woods, 74, of Charleston, passed away March 10, 2017 after a long illness.“Kathy” or also known as “Mary” to her co-workers, was a retired Licensed Practical Nurse with Thomas Hospital. She enjoyed reading, and spending time with her nieces and nephews.Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Billy Woods.Left to cherish her memory mother, Elizabeth Gordon Woods...
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