OBITUARIES

West Virginia Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas

Brenda Kay Atkins

Brenda Kay Atkins

Jul 24, 2015

Brenda Kay Atkins, 65 of Branchland, WV passed away on July 24, 2015 at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington, WV. She was born March 16, 1950 in Logan, WV a daughter of the late Theodore and Annie Marie Jones Scites. She graduated from Logan High School in 1968, and was a licensed practical nurse for many years. She was of...

Arvin  Ray Chambers

Arvin Ray Chambers

Jul 18, 2015

Arvin Ray Chambers of Missouri Fork went to be with his heavenly father on July 18, 2015 surrounded by his family at CAMC Memorial Hospital, Charleston.He was born to and preceded in death by his father Dinnie Bass Chambers and mother Chattie Blanche (Elkins) Chambers. He was also preceded in death by four brothers Herbert, Walton, Pete and Carrol; six...

Lenore Ferrell

Lenore Ferrell

Jul 15, 2015

Lenore Ferrell, 83, of Hewett, Boone County, WV passed away July 14, 2015 at home with family. She was the daughter of the late Les and Georgia Spencer Kingery, born on July 19, 1931 at Jeffrey, WV. Also preceding her were husband, Emil Ferrell; son, Tim Ferrell; grandson, Jonathon Ferrell; sister, Jean Starner; and brother, Emmet Ulbrich.She was a member...

Michelle Lynn  Mullins

Michelle Lynn Mullins

Jul 14, 2015

Michelle Lynn Mullins 37 of Seth, WV passed away July 14, 2015.She was a graduate of Sherman High School.She is survived by her husband; Stephen Mullins, children; Lindsay Mullins and Conrad Mullins of Seth, mother and father; Pam and Darrell Buffington of Seth, father; Roger Hager, sister; Ivy Shears and grandmother; Gladys Halstead.Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, July...

Paul Raymond Jones

Paul Raymond Jones

Jul 14, 2015

Paul Raymond Jones, 70, of Alkol passed away July 14, 2015 at CAMC Memorial Hospital, Charleston after a long battle of terminal illness.He was born June 3, 1945 and was a son of the late Boyd and Opal Jones, his sister, Louis Ann Jones, his brothers, Howell Jones, Douglas(Doug) Jones, Charlie (Fatty) Jones, Johnny Jones, and Tommy "Cat" Jones. He...

William Charles Giles

William Charles Giles

Jul 14, 2015

William Charles Giles, 79, of Peytona, WV went home to be with the Lord on July 14, 2015.Charlie graduated from Sherman High School in 1954 and enlisted straight into the Navy. He was a blue water Navy Veteran with 20 plus years active duty and 10 years in the Reserves. He did three tours of duty in Vietnam. He served...

Belinda Abshire Butcher

Belinda Abshire Butcher

Jul 13, 2015

Belinda Abshire-Butcher was called home by her Lord and Savior on the afternoon of Monday, July 13, 2015 after a long battle with C.O.P.D. A very selfless woman, Belinda donated countless hours to several organizations, including: The American Red Cross, Relay for Life, and she was also the former President of The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Unit 111. Belinda was...

Betty Jo Spencer

Betty Jo Spencer

Jul 12, 2015

Betty Jo Mabe-Spencer, 69, of Danville, WV moved to her Heavenly home Sunday, July 12, 2015 at home surrounded by family and friends.She was born December 30, 1945 at Charleston, daughter of the late Floyd and Clauda Miller Mabe. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one brother, Boyd Mabe.She is survived by her husband of...

Brenda Sue Mathew

Brenda Sue Mathew

Jul 11, 2015

Brenda Sue Mathew, 67, of Jeffrey, WV was born August 11, 1947 and passed away July 11, 2015 at CAMC General Hospital, Charleston, WV.She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Jones Napier and Francis Lucille White Napier; and brother, Clifton Jones Napier. She is survived by husband, Larry Mathew; son, Greg and Bella Napier; grandsons, Tanis, Garrett and...

Tommy Poore

Tommy Poore

Jul 9, 2015

Tommy Poore, 62, of Madison, WV passed away on July 9, 2015. He was born February 20, 1953 in Madison and was a son of the late Lona Poore and Joe Poore. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Sidnie Tompkins; and grandson, Harley Poore.He was a 1972 graduate of Scott High School. He...

Elwanda Smith

Elwanda Smith

Jul 7, 2015

Elwanda Salmons Smith, 63 of Hamlin, WV passed from this life and into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. She was born June 25, 1952 a daughter of Evah Duncan Salmons and the late Russell Salmons. She was a member of Open Door Baptist Church, past president of Lincoln Genealogy Society, past member of Hamlin Lions Club,...

Joseph Michael West

Joseph Michael West

Jul 6, 2015

Joseph Michael West, 23, of Clendenin was born into this world on August 20, 1991 to Theresa Lynn (Holsten) West and the late Randy Joe West. He left for his heavenly home on July 6, 2015. Mike, as he was known, attended Herbert Hoover High School and was a 2009 graduate of the Mountaineer Challenge Academy. He enjoyed spending time...

Charles William "Pee Wee" Lester Sr.

Charles William "Pee Wee" Lester Sr.

Jul 5, 2015

Charles William “Pee Wee” Lester Sr., 87, of Hewett departed this life Sunday, July 5, 2015 with his wife, family and friends around him.He was born August 4, 1927 at Isom, son of the late Dennie and Allie Nelson Lester. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one daughter, Joyce Ann Lester; one granddaughter, Amy Michelle...

Carlean  Stone

Carlean Stone

Jul 5, 2015

Carlean Stone, 66, of Spurlockville passed away July 5, 2015 at Boone Memorial Hospital, Madison. He was born October 9, 1948 and was a son of the late Arlin and Daisy Fannin Stone.He is survived by his wife Jessie Stone; daughters, Peggy Imler, Debbie Workman, Patty Miller and Sandy Sharp; sons, Mike Messer, Greg Messer and Jeff Messer; brother, Bobby...

Naomi Linville Wilgosh

Naomi Linville Wilgosh

Jul 4, 2015

Naomi Linville Wilgosh of Huntington, formerly of Charleston passed away Saturday, July 4, 2015 at Grayson Assisted Living. She was born March 2, 1926 in Van, WV. She was a daughter of the late Marshall and Victoria Stollings Linville of Boone County. Also preceding her in death were her husband Alexander J. Wilgosh; brothers, Brady, Raymond, Seybert, Paul, Robert and...

Wavie  (Miller) Harper

Wavie (Miller) Harper

Jul 3, 2015

Wavie (Miller) Harper of Madison, WV formerly of Twilight, slipped peacefully into the arms of Jesus Friday, July 3, 2015 at Hillcrest Health Care. She fought a good fight, kept her faith, and was loved by many.Wavie was preceded in death by her parents Kylie and Bertha Miller, husband Therman Harper, and grandson Edward.Left to cherish her memory are her...

Margaret  Evelyn Vance

Margaret Evelyn Vance

Jul 3, 2015

“That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us: Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast.” Hebrews 6:18-l9aMargaret Vance, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend departed this life...

Edward Lee Dillon

Edward Lee Dillon

Jun 29, 2015

Edward Lee Dillon 45, of Branchland, WV died Monday June 29, 2015 at VAMC of Lexington, KY. He was born January 21, 1970 a son of Cameron "Buddy" Dillon and Janet Cook. He was a US Army Veteran, belonged to the FFA and loved to hunt and help anyone he could. In addition to his parents he is also survived...

Joseph Lee Sharp

Joseph Lee Sharp

Jun 28, 2015

Joseph Lee Sharp, 59, of Foster passed away June 28, 2015 at CAMC Memorial Hospital, Charleston. He was born March 24, 1956 and was a son of the late Virgil and Sylvia Holstein Sharp. He was also preceded in death by his son, Virgil Lee Sharp.He is survived by his wife, Sandra; sisters, Lois (Bob) Nearhood, Brenda “Sam” Lepore, Dale...

Evelyn June Holstein

Evelyn June Holstein

Jun 28, 2015

Evelyn June Holstein, 71, of Williams Mountain passed away June 28, 2015. She was preceded in death by an infant son, David; one brother; and one sister.She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Quince Holstein Jr.; several step-children and step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.Evelyn was a homemaker. She loved cooking, fishing and going to yard sales.A...