OBITUARIES

West Virginia Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Danville, Hamlin and West Hamlin areas

Robert "Bobby Joe" Legg

Robert "Bobby Joe" Legg

Apr 13, 2015

Robert “Bobby Joe” Legg, 80, of Wharton passed away April 13, 2015 at his home in Wharton, WV after a long illness.He was preceded in death by his parents, Sibyl McClure Legg Peters and Shelly Legg both of Wharton; sister, Ann Bowling of Twilight; and son, Eric Legg also of Twilight.Bobby Joe is survived by his loving wife of 26...

Esther Dean

Esther Dean

Apr 12, 2015

Esther Dean, 62, of Midkiff, WV passed away Sunday April 12, 2015 at St. Mary's Medical Center. She was born June 18, 1952 in Lincoln County, WV a daughter of the late Harold Marcum and Naomi Stephenson. She was also preceded in death by her husband Alvis Dean; and a brother William "Bill" Stephenson.She is survived by one son and...

Elmer Edward Mitchell

Elmer Edward Mitchell

Apr 12, 2015

Elmer Edward Mitchell, 96, of Danville departed this life to go to his Forever Home on April 12, 2015 at Boone Memorial Hospital following a short illness.Due to Elmer’s heroic patriotism while serving in World War II in the 29th Infantry, he was the recipient of numerous prestigious metals and awards he earned by showing strong courage and heartfelt devotion...

William C. "Bill"  Harvey III

William C. "Bill" Harvey III

Apr 11, 2015

William C. Harvey III, 65, of Uncle Branch in Lincoln County, WV passed away April 11, 2015 after a long illness. He was born on July 31, 1949 in Beckley, WV. He retired from the Boone County Health Dept. after 31 years as head sanitarian. He served on the Board of Sanitarian for 24 years. He loved to hunt, fish,...

Lena Bell Love

Lena Bell Love

Apr 9, 2015

Our precious mother Lena Bell Love age 86, who we so dearly love left this world to go spend eternity with her Lord and Savior on April 9, 2015.She was born on June 4, 1928 to the late Sterling Bell and Pauline Mae Legg. Others preceding her in death were her husband, James E. Love, sister, Anna Marie Legg, stepfather,...

Harold Dean Miles, Sr.

Harold Dean Miles, Sr.

Apr 7, 2015

Harold Dean Miles, Sr. 75 of Jeffrey died April 7, 2015 at Oakridge Center in Charleston. He was a retired clerk with Super-Valu and a member of Gospel Center Tabernacle. He was preceded in death by his parents Alvin and Dora Jeffrey Miles and brother and sister in law Morris G. and Janet Miles.He is survived by: his son Harold...

Rietha  Yvonne Wheatley Smith

Rietha Yvonne Wheatley Smith

Apr 5, 2015

Rietha Yvonne (Wheatley) Smith passed away on Sunday April 5, 2015. She was born on Sept 4, 1960 in Boone County.She was preceded in death by her father Herman Wheatley and daughter Misty Renee Griffith, and two brothers Ricky and Jimmy Wheatley.She is survived by her husband; Paul Smith Jr. of Six Mile, mother; Hedra Wheatley of Glen Daniel, son;...

William E. Stephenson

William E. Stephenson

Apr 3, 2015

William E. Stephenson, 46 of Huntington, WV died April 3, 2015 at home. He was born February 17, 1969 a son of the late Scott and Naomi Stephenson. He is survived by two brothers, Sonny Marcum of Huntington, and Larry Stephenson of Chesapeake, OH; three sisters, Esther Dean of Midkiff, Diann Kelley of Kenova and Gloria Jean Stephenson of Huntington,...

John Thurmond Hughes

John Thurmond Hughes

Apr 3, 2015

John Thurmond Hughes, 57, of Sharples, WV died April 3, 2015.He was born Feb l5, 1958 and was a factory worker.Surviving are nieces and nephews, some that were by his side during his last few months; Tess Myers, Melanie Pauley, Larry Allen Pauley, Larry Joe Pauley, Bobbie Dorton and Jessica Hughes.You will forever be in our hearts, Uncle Johnny.Funeral service...

Betty Jo Salmons Ball

Betty Jo Salmons Ball

Apr 2, 2015

Betty Jo Salmons Ball,73, of Lake, Logan County left this world for a better home with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at home surrounded by her family.Born August 31, 1941 at Lake, she was the daughter of the late Joe and Doma Covey Salmons. She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Melinda Gaye and Stephanie...

Steven Douglas Wheatley

Steven Douglas Wheatley

Apr 1, 2015

Steven Douglas Wheatley 58 years old of Manila, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2014 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, WV. He was born July 28, 1956 to Troy and Marie Wheatley in Welch.Steve worked as a truck driver most of his life. He drove on and off road in the logging and coal industries and was known as...

Harold Gene Perry

Harold Gene Perry

Mar 28, 2015

Harold Gene Perry 68 of Danville, WV passed away March 28, 2015 at home.He was retired from the Dept of Highways.He was preceded in death by a son Jeff Michael, his mother, Nora K. Perry, a brother, Cecil Perry, sisters; Faye Perry and Athlene (Perry) Gore.He is survived by his wife; Margaret, sons; Wayne Perry and James Perry of Alderson,...

Brandon Donald Johnson

Brandon Donald Johnson

Mar 28, 2015

Brandon Donald Johnson, 38, of Branchland, WV died March 28, 2015. He was born February 8, 1977 in Huntington, WV, a son of Donald and Sandra Adkins Johnson of Branchland, WV. In addition to his parents he is survived by his son Mason; sister, Stephanie Johnson; a special cousin, Connie Key; love of his life, Mary Beth Ward; special grandmother,...

Burdena  Emily Mullins Coakley

Burdena Emily Mullins Coakley

Mar 28, 2015

Burdena Emily Mullins Coakley, 84 of Madison, Boone County passed away March 28, 2015 at her son’s home in Tuscaloosa, AL.She was born November 25, 1930 and was a daughter of the late John and Lottie Mullins of Webster Springs, WV. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Clyde Coakley; son, Samuel...

Sandra  Kay  Albright

Sandra Kay Albright

Mar 25, 2015

Sandra Kay Albright, 52, of Lebanon, VA formerly of Madison, WV died March 25, 2015 from injuries as a result of an automobile accident.She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Margaret Albright; and infant brother, Harold Lee.She was a member of Trinity Pentecostal Holiness Church, Lebanon.She is survived by son, Mason Price of Parkersburg, WV; daughters, Amanda...

Hannah Elizabeth Prario

Hannah Elizabeth Prario

Mar 24, 2015

Hannah Elizabeth Prario, 88, of Ravenswood, WV, currently residing in Summerville, South Carolina, formerly of Boone County, WV passed away March 24, 2015.She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonadis Kipling Prario; and a son Gregory Alan Prario. She was a loving wife and mother and was loved very much and will be missed.She is survived by her daughter,...

Gordon Ray Lane Sr.

Gordon Ray Lane Sr.

Mar 24, 2015

Gordon Ray Lane Sr. of Jeffrey, formerly of Monclo passed away March 24, 2015.He was born on October 17, 1936 at Monclo, WV and was one of 12 children of the late Ezra and Della Lane. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Willie, Arnold, Earl, Charles, Clarence and Ezra Jr.; sisters, Bernice, Beulah,...

Kenneth Ray Holstein

Kenneth Ray Holstein

Mar 21, 2015

Kenneth Ray Holstein, 93, of Madison, WV passed away March 21, 2015 Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.He was a retired coal miner with 43 years at Armco Steel a member of the UMWA, and a member of New Hope Baptist Church.The family would like to thank the Angels of Hubbard Hospice House for their loving care and support.He was preceded in...

Bessie Loretta Dials

Bessie Loretta Dials

Mar 20, 2015

Bessie Loretta Dials passed away Friday, March 20, 2015 at home after a gallant fight with lung disease.Bessie was a homemaker who loved taking care of her home, cooking, gardening and spending special time with her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She was a member of Coal Valley Church in Clothier WV.She was born on April 24, 1934 in Debord,...

Violet Ruth Craddock

Violet Ruth Craddock

Mar 19, 2015

Violet Ruth Craddock, 90, of Lake, WV went home to be with the Lord Thursday, March 19, 2015 at her home with her children by her side.She was born in Whitesville, WV and was a daughter of the late Edgar and Eva Jane Albright. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, James Craddock; son and daughter-in-law, Richard...

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