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Eva J. Wolfe "Granny" passed away from this life at age 95 in Charleston, WV on April 20, 2024. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Helen Scheidegger of North Carolina; and granddaughter, Melissa Scheidegger. She was born in Jackson County on September 29, 1928. "Granny" is survived by her daughters, Kathryn Myers of Elkview, Cheryl Patrick and Richard Patrick of Palm Bay, Fl; brother, Oscar Rollins (Linda) of St. Albans; grandchildren, Erick Scheidegger of North Carolina, Betsy Myers and Craig Arnold of Kenna, and Sara Myers Campbell of Elkview; great-grandchildren, Sophia and Tobin, Alex Campbell, Isaac and Cheyann Washington; and great-great-grandchild, Hazel Washington; and her...

Charles Edward Davis 96, of Hurricane, WV passed away peacefully at home on April 19, 2024 with his loving wife of 75 years, Charlene by his side. He was born on January 23, 1928 to the late Thelma and Ira Davis. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his grandson, Patrick O'Dell. Charlie proudly served our country in the US Navy on-board the USS Noa. Thereafter, he was a loyal employee of Union Carbide for 37 years. Throughout his life, Charlie was a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church. For 50 years, he was a Master Mason, belonging to Kanawha Lodge #20 Charleston, Valley of Charleston Scottish Rite and Beni Kedem Shriners. Charlie was especially proud of...

On Friday April 19, 2024 Jacqueline A. Gillispie age 90, joined all of her family and friends at the Gates of Heaven. She had been looking forward to meeting her Jesus most of all. Jackie was the youngest sibling of Frank Williams and Fanny Jane Kidd Williams and the last living sibling of that family. She was born on August 19, 1933 in Powellton, WV in Fayette County. It was a small coal mining town where her dad worked in the mines. At the age of twelve, her family moved to Fraziers Bottom where she resided for the remainder of her life. She dearly loved this community and had lots of family and friends nearby. She was in the first graduating class of Winfield High School where she played...

Cecil Edward Davis Sr., 79, of Charleston, entered into Heaven on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Thomas Memorial Hospital. Cecil was born on August 1, 1944 in Ward to the late Cecil R. Davis and Gladys Davis. In addition to his parents, Cecil was preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Monalou Davis Stone and Delinda Clark. Cecil was an Ordained Minister of the Gospel, devoted Gospel Singer, loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather. He enjoyed his family, participating in all family activities. He loved Church, reading, and most of all, his music and his dog, Pippie. He also loved sharing the Gospel and praying for others. Cecil has faithfully finished the race and has...

Gloria May Collias, 90, of Charleston, W.Va., passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Irvin and Mildred Morsberger; her sister, LaVerne Thompson; infant son, George Ronald Collias; and ex-husband Manuel Collias. She is survived by her children, Diane Robbins, Linda (Scott) Sparks, and Gary (Shari) Collias; grandchildren, Justin Robbins, Peyton Collias, and Blake Collias; step grandchildren, Taylor Sparks, and Lauren Sparks; and great granddaughter, Kynzie Robbins. Gloria was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on January 24, 1934. She met and married Manuel Collias while he was serving in the Army at Fort Meade, Maryland. ...

John Raymond Sutphin Jr. 66, of Hurricane, WV passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2024. He was born October 22, 1957 in Charleston, WV to Linda Robbins Jones and the late John Raymond Sutphin. In addition to his father, John was preceded in death by his grandparents: Raymond and Evelyn Sutphin, and DeWitt and Erma Robbins; brother: David Sutphin and father-in-law: Jim Matovich. John was a 1975 graduate of East Bank High School and had just recently retired from John Amos Power Plant after a hard-working 47 years. In his spare time, he was an avid reader, enjoyed bowling, and loved watching Marshall, WVU, and Steelers football. His happy place though, was being at "The Camp," sitting...

Nora Edna Boner, 85, of Kenna passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Jackson General Hospital. She was born December 26, 1938 in Kanawha County a daughter of the late Okel and Zadie (Pauley) Burgess. Nora was a very devoted and loving mother who will be remembered for all the care she showed to not only her children but her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who she loved dearly. Nora is survived by her children Joyce Cavender (James), Paul Boner, Earl Boner (Debbie Williamson) and Timothy Boner (Mary Rollins-Kucharcyzk); brothers Roger Burgess and Gordon Burgess (Linda); sisters Brenda Stump (Randy), Connie Jordan (Tom) and Elizabeth "Libby" Barnette (Bill); grandchildren Leighann...

Robert Allen (Bob) Jones, 67, of Charleston, WV passed away on April 15 at WVU Thomas Hospital. Bob was a 1974 graduate of Dunbar High school and attended WV State College and retired from the Belle Dupont Plant. Bob was a very active member of Bible Center Church where he served his Lord by singing in the Worship Choir and several quartets through the years. He loved studying God's Word and participated in many Bible study groups. Bobs many hobbies and activities included traveling, camping, and hunting and fishing with friends. Preceding him in death were his father, William E Jones, mother, Wilda Faye Jones and sister, Sandra Kay Hackworth. He is survived by his loving wife of 40...

J. Michael Gaunch, 80 of Evans, passed on to his Heavenly reward, April 14, 2024 after a two month battle with Multiple Myeloma (Bone Marrow Cancer). Left to mourn his passing are his wife of 53 years, Pamela of Evans; his son and daughter-in-law, Michael Wayn "Mickey" and Lori Sue of Monroe, NC; and his brother and sister-in-law, Ed and Marilyn Gaunch of Charleston, WV. Mike's companion was his little dog, Orchis, whom he adored. Mike retired after many years working in the coal industry in purchasing and inventory control for Armco, Peabody Coal, and Eastern Associated Coal. After traveling for a few years as a consultant for warehousing for Peabody he retired for a second time. His...

Jeanette Kelley Cunningham, 88, of South Charleston, WV, passed away on April 13, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. Born in Russellville, AR, on January 25, 1936, Jeanette graduated from South Charleston High School, class of 1953, and became an administrative assistant and accounting clerk for United Farm Tools in South Charleston, and later for the Terramite Corporation in Cross Lanes. She was a good cook, known for her Saturday spaghetti. She enjoyed playing Dominos and cards, quilting, reading, sewing, and family vacations, especially to the beach. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family! Jeanette was an active member of the Fifth Avenue Church of God for many...

Charles T. Browning, 92, of Scott Depot, WV passed away at home, April 12, 2024. He was born December 29, 1931 to the late Ernest and Zella (Miller) Browning in Madison, WV. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers. Charles is survived by his loving wife Jackline; sons: Butch, Jerry, and Bill; grandchildren; Sarah Browning, Connie (Dan) Carney, Tammy (Dawson) Snyder and Mike (Kera) Taylor; great-grandchildren; Masen Carney, Evan and Owen Taylor; along with a host of family and friends who loved him dearly. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Friday April 19, 2024 at Chapman Funeral Home Hurricane, WV Anyone wishing...

Anne Hawley, 75, of Cross Lanes, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 12, 2024. Anne was born May 2, 1948, in Augusta, Georgia to the late Raymond and Geraldine Atkins. She was a member of Cross Lanes Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Glenn Hawley of Charleston; children, Rebecca Anne Jongmsa (Craig) of Tucson, AZ and Joshua Glenn Hawley of Clarksburg; sister, Kathy Harrison of Ripley; brothers, Delbert Adkins (Angie) Washington PA and Greg Atkins (Mary Beth) of Teays Valley; grandchildren, Phillip and Mark; and great grandchildren, Audrey, Andrew, Ivan and Gemma. Graveside service will be at 1:00 pm Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans. Burial...

88, of Campbells Creek passed away April 11, 2024 at CAMC HospiceCare. He was a retired electrician for Valley Camp Coal Company and a member of the UMWA. Gene formerly attended Liberty Methodist Church, Cinco and belonged to the Lick Run Hunting Club, Webster County. He loved hunting, fishing and spending time at the hunting club. Preceding him in death were his wife, Opal Phipps; parents, Henry and Florence Brown Phipps; brothers, JB and Lewis Haggerty and sister, Eva Mae Haggerty Blount. Surviving are his son, Ronnie Phipps (Linda Darnell) of Sumerco; daughter, Sherri Beasley (Jimmy) of Charleston; grandchildren, Jason Stover (Misty) and Patrick Stover (Lindsey Shamblin);...

Judith Carol Stratton, 79, of Culloden WV, passed away on April 11, 2024 at her home. She was preceded in death by her father, Willard Mays; husband, Clifford Stratton; and her brother, William Gene Mays. Judy loved to cook, get her hair done on Saturdays, go shopping and spend time with her family. She was a bookkeeper at the Same Ole Place and attended Lighthouse Baptist Church in Hurricane, WV She is survived by her children: Robert Andrews Jr. (Paula Gibson) and Pamela Lewis (Hilton), both of Culloden, WV, 10 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren, as well as many other family members. Funeral Service for Judy will be 4:00 pm Wednesday April 17, 2024 at Chapman Funeral Home,...

was born to John and Eula Palmer on March 6, 1943, and passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 11, 2024. A member of Spring Fork Missionary Baptist Church and previously Judson Baptist Church, Scotty loved the Lord and attended services until his health prevented. He loved his family and extended family and enjoyed hunting, golfing and spending time at the family "camp" in Seebert, WV. Scott was an electrician in the coal mines for over 20 years. Oh, the stories he shared! He had many friends in the mines, and they loved playing practical jokes on each other. If any of his buddies' sandwiches were missing from their lunch pail, they knew that "Porky", (one of...

of Quincy, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024 after a short illness. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. Preceding her in death were the love of her life and husband of 59 years Rufus 'Natch' Johnson; parents, Charlie and Minnie Pickering; brother, Jim and sisters, Charlene and Judy; step-grandson, Dustin Halstead and her best dogs, Opie and Sam. Left to cherish her memories are her two sons, Wayne "Fess" of Indiana and Dodus (Mandy) of Quincy and her only daughter, Sharon Kaye of Belle; grandkids, Jeremiah, Levi, Mackenzie, Whitney, Jamie, Wyatt and Michael; 11 great grandkids and one on the way; brother, JT Pickering; sisters, Pauline,...

William "Biggie" Robert Whittington, 76, of Sissonville, went home to be with the Lord on April 9, 2024. Funeral Service will be 1:00 pm Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the Allens Fork Community Church, Sissonville. Friends may call from 6 to 8 pm Friday and from 12:00 pm until the time of service at the church. Burial will be in the Emma Chapel Cemetery, Liberty. Memories and condolences may be shared with family by visiting www.waybrightfuneralhome.com