Jane Elsie Jones
Jane Elsie Jones, 84, of Hurricane died September 29, 2002, in Putnam General Hospital after a short illness.
She was a retired registered nurse from Wilmington (Delaware) General Hospital with 15 years of service and was a former 50-year resident of Wilmington. She received her nurse’s training from Methodist Hospital in Philadelphia and was a 1937 graduate of Hazleton High School.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar L. Jones.
Surviving: daughter and son-in-law, Terry J. and Jack Hayslett of Hurricane; son and daughter-in-law, Roger L. Sr and Louise Jones of Newark, Delaware; brother, Raymond L. Williams of Pine Grove, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Andrew Lee Hayslett, Roger Lee Jones Jr., Felicia Jones, and Jessica Williams; personal companion, Deloris Jones of Hurricane.
Graveside service was held Thursday, October 3, 2002, at Forest Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Milton, with James McGehee officiating. Burial was in Forest Memorial Park, Milton. Chapman Funeral Home, Teays Valley, was in charge of arrangements. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the American Diabetes Association, 202 12th Street, Dunbar WV 25064.
Alta I. Dodson
Alta I. Dodson, 66, of Milton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 11, 2002 in Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services were conducted Monday, Oct. 14, at Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. Charles Williams officiating. Burial in Forest Memorial Park, Milton. She was born Aug. 6, 1936, a daughter of the late Elba and Osie Martin Chapman, and was also preceded in death by her sister, Eva Clagg, two brothers, Everett Chapman and Glenn Chapman and an infant grandson. Mrs. Dodson was a member of Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene. She is survived by her husband, Bernie Dodson; daughter and son-in-law, Kathi and Roger Wilcox of Rural Hall, N.C.; one brother, Emzy Chapman; four sisters, Clarice Chapman, Doris Moore of Cuba, Ala., Muriel Furkey of New Smyrna, Fla., and Joyce Thomas. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Heck Home, Milton, was in charge of arrangements. Family and guest registry online at www.heckfuneralhome.net.
Albert Ray “Buddy” Legg
Albert Ray “Buddy” Legg, 49, of Milton, WV, passed away October 11, 2002, at his residence. Funeral services were conducted Monday, Oct. 14, at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by the Rev. Steve Nida, the Rev. Kim Stone and the Rev. Lewis Combs. Burial in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. He was born Dec. 21, 1952, in Huntington, a son of the late Albert and Myrtle Neal Legg. He was a retired nurse from HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital, a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Vietnam War, an Eagle Scout and was of the Baptist faith. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Helen A. Simmons. He is survived by his wife Charlotte Faulkner Legg; two stepdaughters and one son-in-law, Candy Ann Dilley of Greensboro, N.C and Elizabeth Jean and Mike Hardiman of Barboursville; one sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Charles Meadows of Milton; one brother and sister-in-law, James and Donna Legg of Huntington; two grandchildren, Bryce Anthony Hardiman and Lauren Bayle Hardiman; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Nancy and Jerry Amos of Winston Salem, N.C. and Peggy and Steve Nida of Barboursville; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Charles and Mary Faulkner of Sissonville; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Moss and Jean Ellis of Barboursville; and several nieces and nephews.
Homer Bartram
Homer Bartram, 77, of Huntington passed away at home Saturday, Oct. 12. Funeral services were conducted Monday, Oct. 14, at the Wallace Funeral Home and Chapel by Pastor Buddy Smith. Burial in Green Valley Cemetery. He was born July 12, 1925, in Wayne County, a son of the late Richard and Vera Adkins Bartram. He was a retired brick layer. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Martha Cremeans Bartram; four brothers Albert, Desmon, Lee and Dallas Bartram; and one sister, Carrie Adkins. He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sue and Robbie Adkins of Huntington; several nieces and nephews; and his special buddies, Sassy, Babe and Gizmo. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Huntington for their kindness and care.
Forrest Michael “Smitty” Smith
Forrest Michael “Smitty” Smith, 49, of Barboursville died, October 13, 2002. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Oct 15, 2002 by the Rev. Ralph Sager and the Rev. Ed Grant at the Wallace Funeral Home and Chapel, Barboursville. Burial in Blue Sulphur Cemetery. Mike was born April 24, 1953 in Huntington a son of the late Edgar and Margaret Argabrite Smith. He was employed by the West Virginia Department of Highways, and had 30 years of service. He was a graduate of Barboursville High School Class of 1972. Mike is survived by his wife Marlene Dickens Smith; his children Jesse Dickens and his wife, Kristi of Culloden, W.Va, Jeremy Dickens of Barboursville and Amy Elizabeth Smith and Allison LeAnne Smith, both of Barboursville; a brother and sister-in-law, Eddie and Vicki Smith; a sister and brother-in-law, Felicia and Angelo Gills of Barboursville; several nieces and nephews; his mother-in-law, Dorothy Foster of Culloden, WV; a host of friends, including two special friends, Mike Dawson and Vince Keys; and his special buddy, Calvin. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael Smith Trust Fund, in care of BB&T, Barboursville branch
Billy Joe Wallace
Billy Joe Wallace, 70, of Milton passed away Friday, Oct. 11. at his residence. By his own request no services were observed. He was born July 24, 1932, a son of the late Dewey and Frances Lykins Wallace. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Lola Holley and one brother, Peter C. Wallace. Mr. Wallace served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and was a long-time member of the American Legion Post 139. He was also a member of several local organizations as well as the founder of the Village Inn and Wallace Excavating and Pool Service, Milton. He is survived by children, Jerry and Sherri Wallace of Milton, Greg and Dreama Wallace of Shepperdsville, Ky., Joni McComas of Milton, Mark Wallace of Culloden and Brett and Michelle Wallace of Milton; grandchildren, Kristi, Brandi, Bradford, Lindsey, Nicci, Kristen, Scott, Hannah, Michael, Nate, Luke and Carter; brothers and sisters, Kensey Wallace, Virginia Davis, Thelma Stephenson, Violet Chandler, Nellie Fields and Delores Perry; brothers-in-law, Roger Perry and JR Wellman; former wife, Janet Wallace; former son-in-law, Chris McComas; and many close friends. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Register online at www.heckfuneralhome.net. Heck Funeral Home, Milton, was in charge of arrangements.
Charles L. Anderson
Charles L. Anderson, 64, of Salt Rock, W.Va., died Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2002, at his residence. Funeral services were held on Friday at 11 a.m. at Beard Mortuary with the Rev. Monty Brown officiating. Burial in Spring Hill Cemetery. He was born Dec. 2, 1927, in Huntington W.Va, a son the late Dewey and Kathleen Burrows Anderson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Delores Adkins Anderson, a brother Richard Anderson and a sister, Erma Lee Wentz. Charles was retired from Lucent Technologies in Florida. He was a founding member of the Huntington Cubs Booster Club, a founding member and past president of the Huntington Blizzard Hockey Booster Club, President of Huntington Hawks Football, a member of the Masonic Lodge #388 of West Dade Miami, Fla., a U.S. Navy veteran, a member of the American Legion Post 16, a former Big Green member and an avid Marshall University fan. He is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and Kerry Dillard of Huntington and Sheri and David Johnson of Huntington, a brother, Sam Anderson and his wife, Charlene of Huntington, four grandchildren, Rachel and Lauren Dillard and Josh and Jessica Johnson, a sister-in-law, Pat Anderson, a special niece, Sharon Anderson and four nieces and two nephews. Many thanks go to his special caregiver and friend Danny Lyons. Condolences may be extended to the family at wwwbeardfuneralhome.com. Beard Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.
Anna Jo Golice
Anna Jo Golice, 76, of Huntington died Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2002, in Heartland of Riverview, South Point. Funeral services were conducted Friday, Oct 11, 2002, at Henson Mortuary by the Rev. Paul Farley. Burial in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. She was born Feb. 6, 1926, in Freeburn, Ky., daughter of the late Brice and Della McCoy Hall. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Juanita Hall Pennington. She was a retired switchboard operator at Huntington State Hospital. She was a former member of Jefferson Avenue Church of God and New Life Church. Survivors include a son Bruce Golice of Milton; a daughter and son-in-law, Sandra Amos and Jerry Southall of Huntington; a sister and brother-in-law, Olive and Baxter Blevins of Kentucky; brothers James Hall of Michigan, Orson Hall of Kentucky, David Hall of West Virginia; several half brothers and sister, and nieces and nephews; four grandchildren, Austin and Kayla Amos, Michelle Amos, Jarrod Golice, and Elizabeth and Micah Taylor; three greatgrandchildren, Tate, Hadlee and Shafer Amos.
Evelyn Ward Mills
Evelyn Ward Mills, 91, of Huntington died Sunday, Oct. 6, 2002 in Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2002, at Henson Mortuary by the Rev. Lucy Hottle, the Rev. Trent Eastham and the Rev. Brian Sweeney. Burial in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. She was born March 9, 1911, in Wayne County, WV, daughter of the late Christopher and Garnet Fellure Ward. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Noval Mason Mills in 1986. She was a retired cook from Gallaher Elementary School, Huntington, and was a member of Beverly Hills Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Carol Alley of Huntington and the Rev. Shirley and her husband Lue Wang of Burke, Va.; grandchildren Cheryl and David Howerton of Huntington, Susan and Timothy Pelfrey of Honolulu, Hawaii, Carol and Charles Cochran of Atlanta, Ga., Thomas and Amy Alley of Princeton and David Wang of Reidsville, NC; great- grandchildren, Jeremy, Madison Howerton, Thea Pelfrey, Joseph, Hampton, Leigh Ann Alley, Conner Wang. Pallbearers were Roger Graham, Thomas Alley, David Wang, John Baisden, John David Sobolise, Joseph Alley; and honorary pallbearers David Howerton and Timothy Pelfrey.
Garnet S. Booth Perry
Garnet S. Booth Perry, 90, of Ona went home to be with the Lord Sunday, Oct. 6, 2002 at her residence. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2002, at Heck Funeral Home, Milton, with the Rev. Clyde Presley and the Rev. Ray Davis officiating. Burial in Forest Memorial Park. She was born Oct. 30, 1911, a daughter of the late James F. and Cora Gothard Dennison. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Frailey Booth, five brothers and two sisters. Mrs. Perry was a member of the Wire Branch Freewill Baptist Church, Ona. She is survived by her husband, Wayne Perry; one brother, Raymond A. and his wife Celia Dennison of Proctorville, Ohio; one sister, Ardie Bell and her husband Roy Burl Keener of Huntington; three stepdaughters, Janice Martin of Cleveland, Ohio, Clarissa Estepp of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Bertha Siders of Richmond, Va., as well as many nieces and nephews. Register online at www.heckfuneralhome.net.
Lura Evelyn Duncan
Lura Evelyn Duncan, 90, of Poca died Sept. 29, 2002.Evelyn was a native of Tucker County, a former employee at the Tuberculosis Sanitarium, Terra Alta, a former employee of Dormans Wool Mill, Parsons, a farmer for 54 years and a Methodist.She is survived by her daughter, Shelia Kinder of Scott Depot; her son, Max W. Duncan of Poca; two sisters, Bertha Friend of Richmond, Calif., Mary Davis of Sioux City, Iowa; brother, George A. Shoemaker of Stephens City, Va.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Servics were conducted Wednesday, Oct. 2, at Gatens Funeral Home, Poca, with the Rev. Nyle Fisher and the Rev. Willard Beller officiating. Burial in Craig Cemetery, Grimms Landing.
Karen Holmes Gibbs
Karen Holmes Gibbs, 55, of Sissonville was called home to be with the Lord Sept. 30, 2002.She was a dedicated mother and wife, a 1966 graduate of Sissonville High School, a member of Derricks Creek Community Church and attended Freedom Baptist Church, Cross Lanes.Karen was preceded in death by her mother, Sidney Emogene Holmes.Surviving are her husband, Carl Gibbs Jr.; son, David Lee Burdette of Hurricane; stepsons, Ronald D. and Steven B. Gibbs, both of Columbus, Ohio; stepdaughter, Cathy Jean Toto of Leesburg, Fla.; father, Billy Gene Holmes of Sissonville.Services were conducted Thursday, Oct. 3, at Cunningham -Parker-Johnson Funeral Home, Charleston, with the Rev. Billy Joe Asbury and the Rev. Marshall Crowder officiating. Burial in Pritt Cemetery, Sissonville.
Susan M. Craigo Lewis
Susan M. Craigo Lewis, 81, of Red House died Sept. 30, 2002, in Putnam General Hospital.Mrs. Lewis was born and raised in Plymouth. She was retired from the Putnam County Board of Education with 17 years of service. She was a former employee of Eleanor Hosiery and Fletcher Enamel. She attended Lone Oak Church of God Mission.Mrs. Lewis is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Roger and Barbara Lewis of Red House, Jerry and Retta Lewis of Scott Depot; three daughters and sons-in-law, Elizabeth and Jack Lewis of Red House, Evelyn Lucas of Scott Depot, Diane and Jim Walker of Nitro; stepson, Bill Lewis and wife, Carol, of Bancroft; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; seven step grandchildren; 15 step-great grandchildren.Services were conducted Wednesday, Oct. 2, at Gatens Funeral Home, Poca, with Paul Arthur officiating. Burial in Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kanawha Hospice Care, 1143 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar, WV 25064.
Charles R. Roach
Charles Robert “Red” Roach, 87, of Hurricane died Sept. 29, 2002, in SunBridge of Putnam, Hurricane, after a long illness.He was retired from Union Carbide, South Charleston, was a World War II veteran, a member of First Baptist Church, Hurricane, and a Mason.He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Sumner Roach.He is survived by sisters, Nancy Allen of Hurricane, Donna Smith of Las Vegas, Nev.; nephew, Don Allen of Hurricane; nieces, Vera Jeanette Hash of Clearwater, Fla., Ann Thompson of Fairfax Station, Va., Stephanie Roach of Lexington, Ky., Donna Curtis of Las Vegas, Nev., Jane Olsen of Bradenton, Fla.Services were conducted Wednesday, Oct. 2, at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, with the Rev. Jim McGehee officiating. Burial in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane.
Haskel Jarrell Sargent
Haskel Jarrell Sargent, MSgt., retired USAF, of Milton slipped into eternal peace Sunday, Sept. 29, 2002 at his home. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, October 2, 2002, at Milton United Methodist Church with the Rev. Keith Leap officiating, Dr. William Deel assisting and judge David M. Pancake reading the eulogy. Burial in Forest Memorial Park Milton. Full military graveside rites were presented by the honor guard of Wright Patterson Air Force Base.He was born August 28, 1937, in Milton, a son of the late Russell and Nancy Adkins Sargent. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Austin “Whitey”, Bill and Leon; two sisters, Tincy Clark and Rita Nichols. Jarrell so proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 21-1/2 years, serving in Vietnam, Germany, and other tours of duty. He received numerous medals of honor. Later, he retired from the State of WV Public Service Commission and President of Heritage Lanes in Milton. He served 3-1/2 terms as mayor of Milton, also City Recorder and Council Member; President of Lower Mud River Watershed Project; member of Milton Rotary, past President of Milton Lions Club; Commander of Milton Legion Post #139; member of Milton Chapter, EOS; member of Masonic Lodge and other civic organizations. He is survived by his beloved wife, Betty; his loving children, Arden and Cindy Sargent of Hurricane, Robert “Bob” Sargent of Milton, Mary Virginia Gibson and Donnie of Lesage, Amber and Jon Midkiff of Lexington, KY, and Gerry Clagg of Culloden; 10 wonderful grandchildren that he dearly loved, Dylan, Erika, Marissa, Kassie, Alex, Breanna, Cheyenne, Cobi, Janessa, and Jon Caleb; a special extended family, Lhiza and Steve Simms of Milton; five brothers, Leo and Mary Jean of Salem, twin brother, Darrell of Milton; Don and Jean of Tampa, Fla., Jack and Patrick both of Milton; one sister, Lorena of Huntington; host of nieces and nephews; his special “Buttons”. He was a member of the Milton United Methodist Church and loved his special Sunday School Class, “The Young at Heart” which he served so proudly as teacher. His love for God, his country, family, and friends was a great witness to all. He touched the lives of many through his sincere kind smile, humble and warm heart, and compassion for all. His pride, dignity, and sincerity remained with him until the end. Heaven’s gain is our loss. Heck Funeral Home, Milton, was in charge of arrangements.
Claude Clifton Holmes Sr.
Claude Clifton Holmes Sr., 77, of Hurricane died Sept. 30, 2002, in Putnam General Hospital after a short illness. He was born and raised on Kanawha Two Mile, Charleston, attended Kanawha Two Mile Baptist Church and enjoyed hunting and farming. He retired from NL Industries after 36 years of service. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.He was preceded in death by his father, Bayliss Holmes; mother and stepfather, Viola and Johnny McGraw; sisters, Ada Jenkins, Irene Anderson and Ruby Holmes.He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Stella Iva Holmes of Hurricane; daughters and sons-in-law, Irene and Fred Mangus of Charleston, Carolyn and Russell Murdock of Hurricane; sons and a daughter-in-law, Claude Holmes Jr. of Charleston, Darrell and Cindy Holmes of Friendwood, Texas; brother, Emory Holmes of Elkview; nine grandchildren, Jeffrey Mangus, Dianna Mangus, Carrie Perkins, Chuck Bailey, Criag Bailey, Kimberly Gibson, Niki Halley, Andrew Holmes, Emily Holmes; eight great-grandchildren.Services were conducted Thursday, Oct. 3, 2002, at Tyler Mountain Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, with Pastor Fairley McCormick officiating. Burial in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens.
Reba Leadmon Gibson
Reba Leadmon Gibson, 90, of Hurricane died Oct. 2, 2002, at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Billy Ray and Lucy Gibson of Hurricane, after a short illness. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, Hurricane, a homemaker and a lifelong resident of Hurricane. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lillard R. Gibson, brother, Roy Leadmon, and parents, Clayton and Vivian Sovine Leadmon. She is also survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Charles Childers of Milton, Paula Roach of Winfield; sons and daughters-in-law, Chuck and Coneda Gibson of Hurricane, David R. Gibson of Hurricane; sisters, Ruth Gibson and Alma Billups, both of Hurricane; 16 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. Services were held Friday, Oct. 4, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Mr. Jim McGehee officiating. Burial in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane.
