Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home, Inc.

In loving memory of David Anthony Bonnett of Cross Lanes. After a long illness, David went to his eternal rest on December 1, 2023 at the age of 66. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Darrell and Cora Genevieve (Genny) Bonnett; siblings Nancy, Oshel, and Robin; a nephew, Adam Lee; and a niece, Jo Ellen. He is survived by two daughters, Valerie Dorton of NC and Frances Pederson (Scott) of WI; a loving ex-wife, Frankie Bonnett; siblings, Barbara Fisher, Charles "Dick" Bonnett (Marilyn), and Penny King (Ron); nephews Jodie and Josh King; a special great-nephew, RJ Skeens, whom he helped raise; two granddaughters, McKayla Hayhurst (Justin), and Haley Calaway; three...

Janet Elleen (Cavender) Clendenin, 92, of Charleston went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2023 while living at Sweetbriar Assisted Living, Dunbar. Janet was born June 7, 1931 to the late Wilbur and Maude Cavender. In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Kermit M. Clendenin; son, Richard W. Clendenin, whom she devoted her life to; sisters, Norma Underwood (Hobie), Nelma Petry (Emmett), and Lila Haynes (Bill); and a brother, Wilbur "Marion" Cavender Jr. Left to cherish her memory are sisters-in-law, Sylvia Cavender, and Nan Mullins; brother-in-law, Walter Clendenin (Marlene); and several beloved nieces, nephews, and friends. Although...

Ernest W. 'Ernie' Ellis Jr. 77, passed from this world to his heavenly home on November 3, 2023, after a long illness. He fought to continue here as a true soldier of God, but God determined his work here was done and it was time for him to rest. Preceding him in death are his father, Ernest W. Ellis Sr., his mother Bertha Burgess Ellis, his sister Wilda Ernestine, and his brothers Donsal Dean and Lonzel Albert 'Abbie' Ellis. Ernie is survived by his children Yolanda 'Angel', Billy, Ernie III, and Casey as well as their spouses. His brother and sisters Paul (Jan) Ellis of Bristol, VA., Kathryn 'Kathy' Horton of Dayton, Ohio, and Wanda Goodwin of Cross Lanes WV. He is also survived by his...

Norman "Scott" Lanham of Charleston, WV passed away at home on October 30, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his father, George T. Lanham; grandparents, Dallas T. Lanham (Viola Hicks) Lanham, and Clyde M. (Rebecca "Becky" Tate) Taylor. Left to mourn his passing are his mother, Sylvia "Jean" Taylor Lanham; brother, Ronald G. (Kathy Simmons) Lanham; nephews, Stephen A. (Miranda Smith) Lanham of Charleston, David G. Lanham of Huntington; niece, Dusty Dawn (Jachovi "Covie") Hardge of Atlanta GA, along with Hannah, Ethan, Tommy Lanham; Harmony and Jachovi Jr. (Jac) Hardge, and not to forget Rebecca Jean Taylor, his "little sister". Growing up whatever...

Rev. Byron "Butch" R. Hissom Sr., 88, of Sissonville left his Earthly home and entered his Heavenly home into the arms of Jesus October 15, 2023. He was born February 4, 1935 to the late Henry Bernard and Bessie Irene Hissom. Byron is survived by his wife of 65 years Anna Mae (Atkisson) Hissom. His two sons Dr. Byron Rolf Hissom Jr. (Judy) and John Paul Hissom (Patti). He is also survived by seven grandchildren : Nathaniel (Sara), Geoffrey, Andrew (Lori), Elizabeth, Josef , Matthew, and Emily. Also two great grandchildren : Lincoln and Brooklyn. Byron was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Bernard and Bessie Irene Hissom. Also preceded by ten brothers and sisters : Lewis...

John Richard "Rick" Bennett, 65, of Charleston, formerly of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee passed away October 14, 2023 after an extended illness surrounded by family. Rick was preceded in death by his parents, William John and Jewel Dean Bennett; siblings, Cynthia, Brad, and Joseph Bennett. Rick is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carla Bennett; children, John Bennett (Stacie), and Melia Toney (Wes) of Charleston; grandchildren, Teegan and Tatum Toney; sister, Vickie Shannon of Belington; and many nieces and nephews. No services are scheduled at this time. Condolences can be sent by visiting www.cpjfuneralhome.com.

Virginia Frances Jones, born November 15, 1941 left this earth on October 12, 2023. Her suffering is no more. She will be missed by her family. She leaves behind her amazing sister Loraine Chambers, her daughter Arlene Thomas and husband David Thomas, her daughter Lovada Jones, and her daughter Marsha Aubrey. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Kennyta Strickland, Scott Jones, Justin Jones and wife Becca Jones, and Marshall Aubrey. Virginia also leaves behind a huge legacy of great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren that she adored wholeheartedly. Virginia leaves behind numerous cousins whom she also loved so deeply. Virginia was preceded in death by her mother and father,...

Frances Ellen Hissom, 82, of Sissonville went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Frances was born April 18, 1941 in Charleston to the late Ira and Cora Caudill Evans. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her husband, (Charles Lester Hissom, Sr.), son (Barry Jay), siblings (Early Evans, Dolly Payne, Wron Evans, and Gladys Young). Left to cherish her memory are her children, her one and only daughter, Brenda F. Koontz (David); sons, Charles L. Hissom, Jr. (Sandy) and Chris L. Hissom; eight beloved grandchildren, Melodie Robinson, Karla Moyer (Bryant), Anthony Koontz, Tabitha Ellis (Justin), Travis Koontz, Mara Thompson (Zach),...

Sheila Eileen Gibson, 64, of Elkview passed away October 9, 2023 in Hubbard Hospice House. Sheila was born August 15, 1959 in Charleston to Charles and Frances Burdette. In addition to her father, Sheila was preceded in death by her brother, Ronald Burdette. Left to cherish her memory are loving mother, Frances Burdette; son, Adam Gibson; brothers, Eugene Burdette (Patty), and Michael Burdette (Charlotte); sisters, Sharon Smith, Bonnie Melton (Ronnie), and Irene Shamblin; sister-in-law, Clara Burdette; and special cousin, Patty Coleman. Sheila will be cremated, no services are scheduled. Condolences can be sent by visiting www.cpjfuneralhome.com.

Joy Mae Mairs, 83, of Ripley passed away September 29, 2023 at Hubbard Hospice House after a long illness with her daughter, Vicky, by her side. She retired from CAMC General Division in 2002 where she worked in Physical Therapy. Joy was born April 5, 1940 to the late Emmett E. Boggess and Mary Boggess of Sissonville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Doyal "Pip" Mairs; brothers, Emmett "Junior" and wife, Dorthy Boggess, of Kentucky, Bobby and wife, Ellen "Sissy" Boggess of Midway; sister, Dolores Parrish of Charleston; and brothers-in-law, Gary Hemmings and Clinton Goodwin. She is survived by sisters, Teresa Goodwin of Sissonville, Sherry and her husband, Henry Daniel, of...

Margaret Lee Tate, 98, of Charleston passed away September 28, 2023 in Dunbar Center. Margaret was born August 2, 1925 in Charleston to the late Earl and Docia Reed Spradling. In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Leo J. Tate. Margaret attended the Mountain Mission Church, Charleston. Left to cherish her memory are sons, Randy Tate of Saint Albans, and Terry Tate (Kim) of Charleston; grand-daughter, Andrea (Brandon), and her son, Declan, all of Charleston. Service will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home, 1325 W. Washington Street, Charleston with Pastor Kenny Petry officating. Burial will...

Yvonne was born 12/8/36 in Roane County, WV and died peacefully at her home on 9/24/23, She was preceded in death by her husband William Grant Good, and her parents Erma and Minnie Larch. She is survived by her children Rickie (Mary Hackney), Billy (Debbie), Tabitha (Russell), Lillian (Roy), and Brad (Kim). Her grandchildren Ashley (Sean), Breann (James), Bill (Justeen), Chad (Jennifer), Kelsei (Dusty), Amber (Daniel), Jamie, Curtis, Johnathan, and Emily. Great grandchildren Audrey, Claire, Max, Noah, Grant, Johnny, Kinley, Edyn, Kylei, Mia, Bailey, Kaydence, Peyton, and Kendra. She loved her flowers, gardening, and shopping from QVC. A gathering of family and...

Kenton "Kenny" D. Powell Jr., 71, of Charleston, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at CAMC Memorial-Hospice, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on June 22, 1952, in Charleston and is preceded in death by his parents, Robert "Bobby Jack" Hartman and Bonnie Hartman; and grandson, Daniel Arthur. He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Powell; children, Michael Powell (Leah), Bobby Powell (Kathy), Haley Clark (Omari); grandkids, Cameron Powell, Teygan Clark, and Sechon Clark; sisters, Debbie Canterbury (Wayne), and Shelia Carter (Shawn); brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Bill & Marsha Rhodes, and David & Gina Rhodes; cousin,...

Joyclyn Kay (Jones) Cummings Born September 1, 1951, went to be with the Lord September 4, 2023. Kay was preceded in death by her mother Mable (Fugate) Jones, father James Denver Jones and nephew J.J. Jones. Kay leaves behind her two daughters April Dew husband Daniel of Rand, Kasie Macklin of Charleston, sister Mary Lou (Dennis) Baldwin of Charleston, brother Johnny Jones of Charleston. She has two granddaughters, Haliegh and Alexis Macklin and a grandson Michael Dew. She has several nieces and nephews. Great nieces and nephews, and several Great great nieces and nephews. Kay worked at the Charleston Civic Center for 33 years, where she retired. She was a very loving and caring...

Thomas Jackson Harper, 84, of South Charleston went home to be with the Lord on August 29, 2023 after a long illness. Thomas was born September 29, 1938 to the late Malcolm and Ginny Harper. In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his second wife, Linda Harper. Thomas served in the U.S. Army for 20 years, was a Vietnam Veteran, and a member of the Dunbar Baptist Church. He was Saved and Baptized in 2016. Left to cherish his memory are his first wife, Kay Harper; brother, David Harper; son, Thomas Lee Harper (Renee); daughter, Lisa Dunlap (Mike); step-son, Danny Marion; and grandchildren, Rikki Wills and Michael Dunlap. Service will be at Noon Friday, September 1,...

Barbara Ruth McDerment, 87, of Liberty, went to be with the Lord on August 13, 2023 at home. Barbara was born February 27, 1936 in Charleston to the late Claude and Clessie Miller Smith. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husbands, Caroll Berkely Coffman, and Jerry Vonn McDerment; son, Ricky Lee Coffman; grandson, Shonn Cobb; brothers, Robert Smith and Claude Smith Jr.; and a special friend, June Wandling. Barbara loved to joke, laugh, eat out, and especially enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Left to cherish her memory are loving children, Frankie Coffman (Judy), and Kathy Cobb (Chuck); grandchildren, Shannon Cobb (Tracy), and Kerri Coffman;...

Claude William McCormick, 79, of Racine went to be with the Lord on July 27, 2023 at home. Claude was born in Racine on August 24, 1943 to the late Samuel and Sarah Anderson McCormick. In addition to his parents, Claude was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Ann Reese McCormick; granddaughter, Mariska Elizabeth Krokus; brothers, Howard and Sammy McCormick; and sister, Nancy McCormick. Left to cherish his memory are children, Michele McCormick and Jason McCormick both of Racine; grandchildren, Tyler Polidori, Chloe Krokus, Kirsten McCormick, and Grant McCormick; brother, Mike McCormick (Jill) of Bloomingrose; and numerous nieces and nephews. Claude was a 1961 graduate of Sherman High...

James Edward O'Connor Sr., 78, of Hurricane passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023 in Hubbard Hospice House surrounded by his family and friends. Jim was born December 29, 1944 in Charleston to the late Nona and John O'Connor. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his siblings, John Pat O'Connor, Donald O'Connor, and Myrtle "Kitty" Baldwin. Left to cherish his memory are loving wife, Shirley Ann O'Connor; children, Kimberly Starsick and James O'Connor Jr.; and grandchildren, Olivia Moore, Abigail Moore, Dylan O'Connor, and Lilly O'Connor. Jim was a 1963 Stonewall Jackson High School graduate. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1965 where he served his country as a welder. ...

Brian Daniel Myers, 54, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away unexpectedly July 24, 2023 at home. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Linda and Charles Danny Myers of Charleston, who will be waiting for him at the gates of heaven. Bryan is survived by his three children, Gregory Myers, of Florida, Mathew Myers and Alina Myers, of Charleston; his two sisters, Tammy Hurd and Christina Hale, of Charleston; and many nieces and nephews. Brian was a long time employee of West Virginia department highways with 31 years service and recently with the city of Charleston. Brian enjoyed socializing, laughing and telling jokes. He will truly be missed by all that knew him. Service...

William Baldwin Sr., 63, of Charleston, passed away on July 19, 2023 at CAMC Memorial Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Gladys Baldwin; son, William Baldwin, Jr; wife, Carol Baldwin; brothers, Jimmy and Melton Baldwin; sister, Sarah Mann and brother-in-law, Charles Butler. He is survived by the love of his life, Elizabeth Myers; sister, Dee Butler; his daughter, Jaime (Roy) Pennington; stepdaughter, MaryBeth; grandchildren, Brittany, Sara, Roy Jr., Brianna and Elijah; great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, Paisley, and Franklin Jr., A graveside service will be held by the family at a later date. Cunningham Parker and Johnson Funeral Home in Charleston is serving the...

Mary Monilee Taylor of Hurricane, formerly of Charleston, who walked "One day at a time" for 92 years, passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2023 at the Hubbard Hospice House. Mary was a wonderful Mother and Grandmother to her family. All who entered her doorway were greeted with lots and lots of Love and hugs. She was a member of Southridge Freewill Baptist Church in Charleston where she was affectionately known as "Little Mary". Mary was preceded in death by her husband, James Taylor; daughter, Janice Dale; son, Gary Parsons; parents, Hobert and Mayme Wines; grandmother, Martha Wines, who raised her; sisters, Francis Wickline, Louise Taylor, Maxine Taylor, and Reva Clark; brothers,...