The Herald-Dispatch

Bradford Gene Stewart, 74, of Milton, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 10th, 2023, at home after a brave battle with cancer. Brad was born in Charleson, WV, to Donald and Martha Stewart on December 2nd, 1948. He graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School while working as a carrier for the Charleston Daily Mail. After high school, Brad diligently worked retail to support his family until he was accepted to the Police Academy in 1970 and went on to serve as a Kanawha County Deputy Sheriff. Continuing his undying dedication to service, he distinguished himself as a Fire and Rescue Professional for the City of Charleston in 1972. In 1978, he explored other opportunities...

Gene Hutchison, 81, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Center for Hospice Care, Mishawaka. Born on July 16, 1941 in Cabell, West Virginia he was the son of Clifford and Clara (Cremeans) Hutchison. Gene honorably served his country with the West Virginia National Guard. On February 2, 1970 he married Evelyn Peyton in Kissimmee, FL. Known as a vibrant, determined, hard worker that was adamant about everything he did. An entrepreneur that owned and operated Marshall County Motors for more than 50 years as well as several real estate properties. He enjoyed his horse farm. Gene absolutely loved his family, especially his grandchildren and taught everyone by his example by working hard...

Irene Tao, 85, passed away peacefully in Alpharetta, Georgia on January 7, 2023. She was born in Shanghai, China, the daughter of Shiu Wen Yu and Chi Chang Chen and the oldest of four children. She immigrated to the United states to further her education and eventually received her Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Washington University in St. Louis. She was a stay at home mother and then worked for Boehringer Mannheim in Indianapolis. In 2004 she retired and moved to San Diego, California, where she enjoyed year-round tennis and golf, cooking, and investing in the stock market. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Eddie Tao. She is survived by her sons Stanley (Ann) of...

Joan Bradford Campbell, nee Joan Felton Bradford, age 99, passed away January 7, 2023 of age- related causes. Joan was born March 17, 1923 in New York City to Margaret and Russel Lee Bradford. Attending the Brearley School, Joan continued her education at The Academy of Dramatic Arts in Boston, Mass. In 1944, she married Jean Henri Dourif, a navy pilot, and had four children. Following Dourif's death in 1953, Joan married William C. Campbell, a renowned amateur golfer, of Huntington, W.Va. Joan was known for her arresting beauty, intelligence, wit, charisma, and enthusiasm. Active in community- based projects as well as theater productions, Joan sought to make a difference - in Huntington...

Kathy Sue Simms, age 70, of Eaton Rapids, MI and formerly of Scott Depot, WV, died Tuesday January 3, 2023 at her residence. Born March 30, 1952 in the Northup Community in Gallia County, she was the daughter of the late Henry E. and Bernice Hall Hudson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by 1 son; Neal Allen Simms, 2 brothers; Ellis Hudson and Conard Hudson; and by 1 sister; Barbara Barnett. Kathy is survived by her husband; Richard Michael 'Rick' Simms of Eaton Rapids, 2 sons; Adam (Leanne) Simms of Eaton Rapids and Aaron Simms of Citrus Springs, FL., 2 grandchildren; Benjamin Simms and Matthew Simms, and by 1 Aunt; Edna Hall of KY. Kathy loved her grandchildren and enjoyed...

Marga M. Grabs, of Olney, Maryland; born Cologne, Germany May 23, 1934; Departed Life December 30, 2022. Friends may call Wednesday, January 11, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 9240 Damascus Road, Damascus, Maryland from 10:00 a.m. until a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m by Monsignor Edward Filardi. Interment will follow in All Souls Cemetery, Germantown, Md. Online condolences may be shared on our website at www.molesworthwilliams.com

Stanley "Dale" Eggleton, age 74, of Teays Valley passed peacefully into heaven on December 27, 2022 while surrounded by his children. Dale is survived by his children Jodi (Eric) Johnson and Craig (Danielle) Eggleton, his grandchildren Tate, Zane, and Claire Johnson and Levi, Riley, and Malachi Eggleton, one sister Wilma (John) Daniels, two nieces and a nephew. Dale was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Valeria Eggleton. Friends may visit the family Monday, January 2, 2022, from 5:00-7:00pm at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, WV Funeral Service for Dale will be 1:00pm Tuesday, January 3, 2022, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, WV 25526, with Pastor Seth Polk officiating....

Patrick and Patricia Macri of St Augustine Patrick S 12/3/1923-12/14/2022 Patricia F 4/18/1931-10/20/2021 Please see funeral home website for full obituary. www.Anderson-McQueen.com

Paula Jo Dundas Hamrick, 61, beloved wife of Rev. Steven Hamrick, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Paula was the proud mother of her beloved daughter, April Christine Kellie Morales. Paula was the youngest daughter of the late Paul and Betty Dundas. In addition to her husband and daughter, Paula is survived by sisters Valerie Fry (Dennis) and Jane Bowen; nephews Andrew Bowen, Adam Bowen (Robyn), Nick Fry (Megan) and Stephanie Martin (Michael). Additional survivors include great nephews Aiden and Landon Bowen, Cameron and Avery (Skippy) Martin. Felicity, Anne and Lilly Fry are great nieces. We are also greatful for our special friend and neighbor, Brittany Selvage. Paula...

Mark Kevin Whitt, 65, passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022 in Lexington. Mark was born in Huntington, West Virginia to the late Willard and June (Ritchie) Whitt on November 23, 1957. Visitation for Mark will be from 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Saturday, December 17th at Milward - Man O'War located at 1509 Trent Blvd. Service will begin at 11:00 am with a reception to follow. To share a remembrance of Mark or to offer condolences to his family, please visit milwardfuneral.com.

Kathryn Korstanje Pavlich, 63, of Dunedin, Florida went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 29. She died at the home she shared with her sister, Ellen. There will be a private memorial for Kathryn January 8 in Dunedin, Florida at her home. Kathryn was born October 23, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky. She was the second daughter of the late Dr. M.C. Korstanje and the late Barbara Bailey Korstanje, of Huntington, WV. She was a graduate of Philips Exeter Academy and Barnard College, Magna Cum Laude. She attended Columbia University Medical School. Later she took courses toward a physical therapy degree and practiced physical therapy in Wisconsin. She had a lifelong interest in medicine...

James L. Fields, 90, of Catlettsburg, KY, died Saturday, November 26, 2022, after a long illness. Mr. Fields was born February 14, 1932, in Clendenin, WV, the son of Luster D. and Doris C Fields. He was a graduate of Sand Fork High School, Gilmer County, WV, Class of 1949. He was a Korean War Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. Mr. Fields retired from Columbia Gas Transmission Corp. and was a member of Unity Baptist Church, Ashland, KY. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Cora A. Fields; brother Jack A. Fields; his parents. Surviving are his son, Steven M. Fields of Rush, KY; a daughter and son-in-law, Brenda S. and Bill Hardin of...

Diane Almira Moore, age 81, of Henry County, Georgia, was surrounded by loving family and friends when she passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 19, 2022. Ms. Moore was born in Huntington, West Virginia on August 12, 1941. She was preceded in death by her father, David Christian, and mother, Louise Sorrells Minor. Prior to her retirement, Ms. Moore worked for NASA and the Department of Transportation. During her illustrious career, Ms. Moore completed fellowships at MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and Harvard University in Massachusetts. Ms. Moore, who was divorced, is survived by three daughters (Dee Anne Moore of Georgia, Debra Moore of Georgia, and Michela Denise...

Carl Elmo (Possum) Riggs, passed away peacefully at his home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida on November 3, 2022.Carl was born on September 23, 1928, in McVeigh, Kentucky to parents W.M. Bill and Sybil (Davis) Riggs. On June 26, 1949, Carl married his wife Louise J. (Bucci) Riggs in Williamson, West Virginia, together they had three children Bob, David, and Greg. Carl is survived by his three children Bob (Judy), David (Jayne) and Greg (Debra); grandchildren; Lindsey Riggs and Louie Carr; brother's Dr. Leon and W.M. Bill Riggs, Jr., and sister's Maebell and Donna Jean. He is predeceased by his parent's W.M. Bill and Sybil (Davis) Riggs; his wife Louise J. (Bucci) Riggs; his sister Mildred and...

William Sherman Steele, II 'Billy', of Sebastian, FL passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 20, 2022 from natural causes as a result of medical issues he battled for a few years. Billy was only 51 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death but is grateful to know that he is finally at peace. Billy was born on February 4, 1971, graduated from Vinson High School in 1989, and lived in Westmoreland, WV the first half of his life before moving to Florida for the remainder of his life. Billy was predeceased by his longtime partner Joyce Wegner in 2020. He is survived by his father William 'Bill' Steele (Sharon), mother Jean Langley, sister Jennifer Langley...

Clyde A. Smith, Jr., 84, passed away on Tuesday September 27th, 2022 surrounded by his family. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday October 5th, at 2 pm in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will be private. Clyde was born in Huntington, West Virginia. He joined the Air Force where he was a Communications Specialist. Throughout his military service he was stationed throughout the world. During his career he lived in many states spending the majority of his time in California. He was a 32nd Degree, Scottish Rite Freemason. During his time in California, he served on the board of Tracy, CA United Way; was the President of Tracy Chapter of Rotary; and served as an active...

On Tuesday, September 27, James L Bowen a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend passed away. Jim, Past President of the West Virginia AFL-CIO and was an active member of the United Steelworkers of American for 42 years. He spent his life dedicated to the working class and fought hard to ensure the working class had a voice and that their voice was heard. Jim is survived by his wife Diane, Daughter Carol, Grandsons Matthew & Joshua and Great Grandsons Haydn & Heath. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, 10/16 at Four Points Sheraton Charleston from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the UMWA Strike Fund P.O....

Mary Sayre Potter, formerly of San Antonio, Tx and Huntington, WV passed away on September 26, 2022, at Bellaire at Devonshire, Scott Depot, WV where she has resided for the past five years. She was born in Huntington, WV to the late John and Marion Sayre. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Billy Potter, brothers, John Sayre and Bill Sayre and brother-in-law, Cecil Minton. She is survived by sister, Nancy Minton of South Charleston, WV sister-in-law, Suzanne Sayre of Huntington, WV; nieces Diana (Greg) Johnson of Elkins, WV, Ellen (Tim) Potter of South Charleston, WV, Anna (Louis) Steirer of Portland, Oregon, Shannon (Darrell) Sydenstricker of Chesapeake, Oh,...

FORT MILL, SC ~ Mrs. Gloria Ann Watson Williams, age 84, passed away Monday, September 5, 2022. She was born May 12, 1938, in Sheridan, WV, a daughter of the late Denver Paul Watson and Edna Hodge Watson and was the wife of Homer M. Williams, married 66 years. Mrs. Williams was a member of Faith United Methodist Church of Oak Hill, OH, and had served as a Sunday School Teacher and past president of The Women's Society. She was a retired teacher of the Jackson City School System in Jackson, OH and served twice as President of the Jackson City Teachers Association. Mrs. Williams was commissioned Kentucky Colonel by Governor Patton of Kentucky in 1999. Mrs. Williams was a member of the former...

Eleanor Calley Story Cross, 96, of Augusta, GA, went to be with her Lord on August 6, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. Affectionately named "Sweetie" by her father, she was born in Sioux Falls, SD, on August 19, 1925, to Francis and Eunice Calley. She was raised in Huntington, WV, and went on to graduate from Agnes Scott College in Atlanta where she met and married Stacy "Pete" Story of Atlanta. After his medical training, they moved to Valdosta, GA, in 1956 where they raised their four children. After Pete's untimely death in 1969, she married a longtime friend, George Cross, and moved to Covington, LA where they lived for 35 years until Hurricane Katrina forced them to relocate...

Warren "Zeke" Stanley Myers, 80, passed away on the morning of Sunday, July 31st, 2022. He and his family had made their home in the town of Greenville, North Carolina, where they were residents for over 30 years. Zeke is survived by his wife, Donna Sue Davidson and daughter, Susan Hinter Myers, both of Greenville. Please feel free to send or share memories with his family by emailing them at [email protected]; or they can be reached by phone at (304)638-6690. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home & Crematory of Greenville, NC. Online condolences at www.WilkersonFuneralHome.com