Affordable Cremations of WV

Charles Aaron Scott, 47, of Charleston, WV went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 21, 2025. He was born on May 15, 1977, the son of Charles and Mamie (Sue) Scott in Parkersburg, WV. Left to remember him are his mother, Mamie (Sue) Martin; son Gauge Abbott; special cousin, Connie Woodrum; fianc? Jessica Morris and his constant companions for the past 10 years, Lucy and Gypsy, his cats. In the 90's Aaron was a Youth Pastor in Abilene, Texas. In returning to West Virginia, he started working in the radio industry as a D.J. and program manager over the years, he composed hundreds of songs with many being recorded. Aaron's entire life was surrounded by music. He participated...

Paul John Flaherty, 70 of Charleston passed away on January 28, 2025. Born May 12, 1954 in Scranton, Pa, he was a son of the late Joseph Edward and Mary Ann (Lesher) Flaherty. In addition, he was preceded in death by his brother, EJ Flaherty and sister, Joanne Flaherty. Paul was a retired audio engineer for Mountain Stage and the Clay Center for many years. He was very proud of the work he did throughout the years to promote artists in West Virginia. Paul is survived by wife, Becky and cat, Billy White Shoes Johnson; sister, Loretta (Flaherty) White and husband Tom; brother-in-law Harry Deitzler and wife, Kathe; brother-in-law, Eddie Deitzler, sister-in-law, Susie Deitzler Fletcher...

Harold Lee Cole, 65, of Nitro, WV departed life on Saturday November 2, 2024 after a short illness at Hubbard Hospice House, West, South Charleston. He was born on December 24, 1958 in Ashland, KY to the late Don and Junantia Cole. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 42 years, Cindy Cole; son, Matt Cole (Danielle) of Liberty; brother, Donald Cole (Kay) of Cattlesburg, KY and two special granddogs, Chumlee and Ziva along with several nieces and nephews. Harold was a graduate of Boyd County High School in 1976. He was a gifted musician playing bass guitar and managing bands at age 12 from 1970 to 1996 full time. Harold played with many local and national acts through the years such...

Emily Irene Legg Farry, passed away October 9, 2024 after a short illness. She was the youngest daughter of Douglas and Carol Susan Legg. Emily is survived by her parents and her two children; Elijah and Jo Anna Farry. She is also survived by special cousins, Sarah Mobley, Matt Legg, and Maygan Trout, along with nieces; Kaiti and Jenni Armantrout and nephew Jake Armantrout. She attended WVSU and graduated from Bridge Valley. She was employed at the Drug Intervention Institute, as an outreach and education coordinator for Kanawha County. Services will be at 7:00pm Friday October 18, 2024, at God's Lighthouse, 4278 Washington Street, West, Charleston. with Rev. Mayford Witt officiating.

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Franklin Delano Kees of Gallagher, WV. Franklin Kees died on October 7, 2024 at the age of 86, peacefully in a room full of family. Franklin was born on August 7, 1938 in Burnwell, WV and passed in Charleston, WV. Franklin is preceded in death by parents, Roy and Rosie Kees; wife of 47 years, Marlene Kees; brothers, Hobart, Harlen, Ray, Delmar and Jerry. He is survived by son; David Kees, daughter, Lisa Adkins and her husband, Vic Adkins, step-daughter, Shelly Massey; grandchildren, Lianne and Brian Adkins; brothers, Paul and wife, Elizabeth, Russ and wife, Amelia as well as many nieces and nephews. Franklin was a good father,...

Claudette June Martin, 87 of Charleston, went to her eternal home on September 15, 2024 at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing Home in St. Albans. She is preceded in death by her son Charles Shafer of Elkview. She is survived by sons; Mickey (Kim) Shafer of Martinsburg, WV, Crawford (Patti) Shafer of Charleston, WV; daughters, Penny Shafer of Charleston, Lisa Blackshire of Charleston; brother, Billy (Betty) Woods of Elkview; sister, Billie Jones of Charleston; seven grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Riverside for all the love and great care she received while a resident. She greatly loved being there and loved you all....

Our beloved mother Reba Sue Jett Boner sadly passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Reba was born April 11, 1948. She is the daughter of Ocie Jett. Reba graduated from Charleston High School Class of 1967. She was a devout Baptist. Reba married Raymond Boner who she raised three children with. Surviving are: daughter, Phyllis Boner (Richie Morgan); son, Kevin Boner; grandsons, Dustin Dolin (Tamara Shortridge), Jonathan Beckener (MaKayla); granddaughters: Patsyann Morgan and Victoria Morgan; great grandchildren: Lillian Shortridge and Dante Dolin; sister: June Pritchard (Jame); nephew: James Prichard of Orlando, FL. Reba is preceded in death by her son, Raymond Lee Boner Jr. No...

Robert Ray Oxley Jr., 62 years old of South Charleston, WV passed away on September 4, 2024 at home with his son by his side. Robert was born in Charleston on January 3, 1962. He graduated from GW High School. Robert is survived by his father, Robert Oxley Sr. (Bob); mother Dottie Oxley; brother, Timmy; sisters, Debra and Barbara; son, Mitchell; daughter, Jessica; grandchildren, Destiny, Jaycob, Eli, Dayton and Jaxson; nieces, Sara, Felicia, and Emily; nephews, Jason, Dustin, TJ, Tyler and Matthew. His dog Tyson, that meant the world to him. Robert is preceded in death by his nephew Michael. Robert passion was hunting and fishing. He loved spending time with friend, family and with...

"The kid with the shotgun arm," Lester A. Hiscoe, Sr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20, 2024, in Charleston, WV, 90 years young. He is survived by his two children, Lesley A. Russo, of Charleston, WV and Lester A Hiscoe, Jr. of New York, NY; his daughter -in-law Barbara Hiscoe, of New York, NY; and his two grandsons, Nicholas Russo, of Barboursville, WV and Jack Hiscoe of New York, NY. His wife of 61 years, Gerturde Hiscoe, preceded him in death in 2022. Lester or "Sonny" as he was called by his mother and sister, was born on October 10, 1933, in Revere Massachusetts, to the late Leslie Charles Hiscoe and Louise Chasity Hiscoe. He was a standout "all-scholastic" baseball...

Tommy R Stover, 71 of Buffalo passed away Saturday, July 6th at St Mary's Medical Center after a brief illness. Tom was previously a member of Kanawha Valley Lodge 36 AF & AM and was currently a member of Putnam Lodge 139 AF & AM. He attended Otter Branch Community Church and Lone Oak Community Church. Tom had worked at Teague & Sons, Union Carbide, Aventis and Rhone Poulenc, Bayer Crop Science. He was a 1972 graduate of Buffalo High School. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard (Tom) and Martha Stover, sister Sandra Stover-Jones. He is survived by wife Karen (Martin) Stover and son Joseph (Kyndra) and 4 grandchildren, Hunter, Alexa, Malea, & Jaxtyn....

Bessie Burdette Thomas, 98, of Charleston went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, June 23, 2024. Bessie was a retired LPN having worked at McMillan Hospital and CAMC General and a member of Elk River Church of the Nazarene. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years of Jim Thomas; mother, father, five brothers and three sisters. Left to cherish her memory is nephew and niece Jerry and Rhonda Walker with whom she resided; grandson, Chris (Caitlin) Runion, great-grandchilren, Ellie Singleton, Maddox Runion and Brooks Runion all of Sunbury, Ohio. The family would like to thank Steve Robertson, Linda Wiseman for all their love and support through the years....

Ruth Ann Stone, 73, of Hurricane went home to be with the Lord, June 9, 2024 after a short illness. Ruth was a member of Hurricane Church of Christ. She was loved and respected by her family and friends and will be greatly missed She is survived by her sister, Beverly Burgess of Hurricane; brother, Alan Stone of Beckley; children, Fredrick Scott Walker of Hurricane, Pamela Blackshire (Tim) of Culloden, James Eric Walker (Jolene) of Hurricane; six grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and church family. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Janet Louise Kirby, who departed from this world on May 30, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Janet was a beloved mom, sister, friend, granny, and wife, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Janet was born on June 27, 1947 in Charleston, WV. She was employed by Kroger for 38 years before retiring. She lived a fulfilling life, touching the hearts of many along the way. She was known for her kindness and devotion to Jesus, which made her a cherished member of the community. She had a passion for cooking, traveling with friends, and her enthusiasm was contagious. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word for...

Delores Hodges (86) went home to be with her Lord, family, and friends on May 18, 2024. Delores was an active member of the Southeast Church of the Nazarene. She was a graduate of Charleston High School. Following her retirement from Bell Atlantic, she volunteered at the Charleston Area Medical Center for 10 years. Preceding her in death were her husband, Joseph D. Hodges; parents, Johnny L. Burgess and Mildred A. Burgess Nelson; brother, Paul Burgess, and sister, Phylis Snidow. Surviving are her children, Lynn Hope Baker and husband, Chuck, of South Charleston, Mark David Hodges and wife, Jeannine, of Clearwater, Florida, and John Lee Hodges and wife, Beth, of Columbus Ohio;...

Paul Leslie Tyler passed peacefully at his home in Chelyan, WV, on May 13, 2024. He was born in South Charleston, WV on July 29, 1955 and was the son of Theodore Tom Tyler and Loraine Tyler. He was a graduate of South Charleston High School, class of 1973. Paul delivered pop for Pepsi for 33 years and for RC before that. Paul was an avid WVU fan and always looked forward to football and basketball seasons. Paul is survived by his wife, Kathryn (Kate) Smith, his daughter from a previous marriage, Leslee Tyler of Morgantown, WV, a niece and nephew, his best friend, Chuck Miller of South Charleston, and many friends who will miss him. His wishes were to be cremated. Condolences can be sent...

Joy Lee Dixon, 87, of St. Albans, WV, gained her wings on Tuesday, April 30th. She is preceded in death by her mother Alberta M. Seybert, father Charles R. Seybert, late husband John D. Dixon, son Michael L. Douglas, and granddaughter Michelle L. Douglas. Survived by daughter Robin L. Wendell (Roger Burgess), grandson Dustin Wendell, granddaughter Breeana Eggleston. Also survived by 4 step daughters, as well as numerous grandchild and great grandchildren. A special thank you to her best friend Sue Ellen Lance of Iowa and many others near and far. At the request of Joy, there's no memorial service at this time. The immediate family wishes privacy during this time. If you would like to...

Audrey Beth Johnson, 45, of Nitro passed away April 27, 2024. God received another kind soul when Beth joined her sister, Deena, to continue praising God and His glory. Left to love and miss her are her son, Christian Dean Gall, age 15, fianc?, Chris Basham and his mother, Linda. She is also survived by her mother, Becky Johnson; brother, Charles "Reuben" Johnson; nephew, John "JB" Hutchins; nieces, Kassie Nelson, Harley Hutchins, Kallie and Kenzi Johnson. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles R. Johnson; sister, Deena Hutchins. Beth suffered from MS, but cancer was the cause. Special thanks to CAMC Memorial, 5 South, cousin Robyn Shelton; nurses, Haven and Jed became...

Paul Erwin Hardy Jr. After a long illness and a valiant fight, Paul passed away on Thursday April 4, 2024 with his loving family close around him. He was a beloved son, brother, father, husband, and friend. He served his country as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps as an avionics technician, Marine Airwing. He will be missed and for those who knew him it was an honor to be part of his life. He is survived by wife, My Nguyen Hardy; daughter, Justine Arin Hardy; his father, Paul E. Hardy, Sr.; and sister, Anne Lee Hardy Haydu. Affordable Cremations is honored to serve the Hardy family.

Gertrude G Chambers 92 of Elkview passed away on March 21 at Hubbard Hospice House after a short illness. Gertrude was born in Charleston, WV June 28, 1931. She was preceded in death by her husband W.W."Bill" Chambers Sr., son Allan Chambers, parents Leo and Mary McCown, twin sister Greta Boley and sister Margie Robinette. Gertrude is survived by children W.W. "Bill" Jr. (Lynn), Sandra Engle. Grandchildren Tiffany (Barry) Sowards, Matthew Chambers and Katie (Shane) Light. Daughter-in-law Donna Kay May, three great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Gertrude was an avid gardner, and was most happy attending to her flowers and plants. She was very creative and enjoyed many...

Danny Ray Roush, 63, of Marmet passed away March 13, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father Marvin Roush and son, Mason Scott Roush. Danny is survived by his wife, Joyce Roush; mother Patricia Roush; son, Spencer Roush; twin sisters, Bonnie McNeely (David) and Connie Kirk both of Chesapeake; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. At Danny's requested he will be cremated and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Jeremy William (Jerry) Gardner, Jr. of St. Albans, WV went to be with Jesus on January 23, 2024 at 89 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jeremy William Gardner, Sr. and Ruth (Henthorne) and sister Gail (Gardner) Schmidt. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Maria Angela (Orlando) Gardner, brother Robert Gardner and wife Ann of Holly Springs, NC, son Jeremy Ray Gardner and wife Linda of Wiscasset, ME, daughter Mary Lucinda (Cindy) Curry and husband Barry of Duck, WV. Grandchildren Alia Tanner and husband Frank of Ivydale, WV, Bethany Morris and husband Christopher of Maryville, TN, Ethan Curry and wife Tessa of Charleston, WV, Leah Campbell of Bath, ME and James...