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Clyde Coleman Lowers, Sr.

Parkersburg,WV

Clyde Coleman Lowers Sr. of Parkersburg went 
home to forever be with his Lord on March 5, 
2010.

He was born in Wood County, W.Va., on Oct. 19, 
1935, to the late Okey Johnson and Icie Mae 
Nichols Lowers.

A veteran of the Korean War, he proudly served 
his country as a member of the United States 
Army. He was a member of the NRA, Veterans of 
Foreign Wars Post 1212 and American Legion 
Post 15. Clyde also served his community for 
many years and was a retiree of the City of 
Parkersburg.

Always willing to truly give until all was 
gone, this son, brother, father, grandfather, 
great-grandfather, coach and friend loved 
deeply and touched many hearts and lives.

Survivors include two brothers, Herschel 
Lowers and Paul Lowers, both of Parkersburg; 
two sisters, Wilma Henthorn and Roxie Acors, 
both of Parkersburg; daughter and son-in-law, 
Sheila and Doug Moore of Davisville; son and 
daughter-in-law, Clyde Jr. and Wanda Lowers of 
Parkersburg; four grandchildren, Kristina 
Moore (George) of Waverly, Christina Duke of 
Parkersburg, Michael Duke (Cathleen) of 
Parkersburg and Sean Duke (Michelle) of 
Jacksonville, N.C.; and eight great-
grandchildren, Chloe Constable, Cidney 
Constable, Ciera Constable, Alexandra Duke, 
Samantha Duke, Jackson Duke, Michael Duke III 
and Isabella Moore. He was expecting his ninth 
great-grandchild later this fall.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by two brothers, Virgil Lowers and 
Arthur Lowers; and his beloved 
companion, "Sarge." Resting now in the arms of 
Jesus with no more pain or sickness, he 
watches over his loved ones. We will see you 
again someday. We love you and miss you.

The funeral services will be Monday at 2 p.m. 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Raymond Ray will officiate and 
burial will follow at Evergreen South Cemetery 
with military rites conducted by American 
Legion Post 15. Visitation will be at the 
funeral home from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

Josephine (JoAnn Fitzwater) Caplinger

Parkersburg,WV

Josephine (JoAnn Fitzwater) Caplinger, 65, of 
Parkersburg, went home to be with the Lord on 
March 4, 2010.

She was born in Parkersburg Feb. 12, 1945, a 
daughter of the late Amos A. and Mable D. 
Davis Morris. She was a very loving mother and 
had worked at Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

Survivors include three sons, Paul D. 
Caplinger, Monty C. Caplinger Jr. and Jeffrey 
A. Caplinger Sr. and wife, Misty D. Caplinger; 
one daughter, Annetta L. Caplinger (Gorden 
Kuehn); several grandchildren; three great-
grandchildren; two sisters, Betty J. Morris 
Bennett and Garnet C. Morris; and many nieces 
and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Monty C. Caplinger 
Sr.; brothers, Aubrey, Dave and Phil Morris, 
and sisters, Margaret DeMasters, Kathryn McGee 
and Alma Leslie Buskirk and a granddaughter, 
Kayla A. Caplinger.

The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. 
Monday at Kimes Funeral Home, Pastor Jerry 
Caplinger will officiate and burial will 
follow at the Wood County Cemetery at Cedar 
Grove. The visitation will be on Sunday from 5-
8 p.m.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Franklin Eugene (Frank) Shepard

Parkersburg,WV

Franklin Eugene "Frank" Shepard, 54, of 
Parkersburg, passed away March 3, 2010, at St. 
Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Parkersburg, a son of the late 
Robert C. and Shirley Dotson Shepard.

He has been employed with the Airtight 
Construction Company for the past 25 years. He 
had served in the United States Army and he 
enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Surviving are sons, Shane Franklin Shepard of 
Vienna, Jason Kirby of Florida, Kyle 
Vandergrift of Parkersburg and Doug 
Vandergrift of Parkersburg, and currently 
serving with the U.S. Army stationed at 
Colorado Springs; one grandson, Skyler Sines 
of Parkersburg; one brother, Fobert D. Shepard 
of Florence, Colo.; two sisters, 
Katherine "Kathy" Casto of Little Hocking and 
Barbara L. Shepard of Fresno, Calif.; nephews, 
Robert Brandon Stewart and Daniel Murphy, and 
a niece, Brook Proffitt.

There will be no funeral service or public 
viewing.

Cremation arrangements are being provided by 
Kimes Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

John A. (Jack) See

Parkersburg,WV

John A. "Jack" See, 83, of Briscoe Road, 
Parkersburg, passed away March 2, 2010, at St. 
Joseph's Hospital in Parkersburg.

He was born Oct. 24, 1926 in Parkersburg, a 
son of the late Gilbert G. and Mildred 
Barnette See.

Jack was a January 1944 graduate of 
Parkersburg High School and attended Freed-
Hardeman University. He was a World War II 
veteran, with the Naval Entertainment Unit, 
USNTC, Samson, N.Y. and abroad with the 
destroyer, USS Radford.

He was a Radio-TV pioneer in West Virginia as 
announcer with station WPAR in 1943 and at 
WSAZ in Huntington. He was on the original 
staff of station WCOM, Parkersburg as Program 
Director and also on the original staff of 
WTAP-TV as News Director.

He worked at Channel 12, WBOY-TV/Radio in 
Clarksburg as Program Director of WBOY Radio 
and News/Anchor and Weather Man for WBOY-TV. 
He returned to Parkersburg as Program Director 
at WTAP-TV and was associated with other radio 
stations in the Parkersburg/Marietta area. He 
retired from Clear Channel Radio in 2005.

Surviving are two sons, Robert (Judy) See of 
Wellsville, Ohio and Richard M. See of 
Washington, W.Va.; five grandchildren, Nathan 
See, Jackie (Trevor) Fawley, Scott (Jeannie) 
See, John M. (Tara) See and Ryan See; four 
great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter; 
and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his wife, Carlene Blair See; a son, 
John D. See and a brother, Dick See.

There will be a service of Remembrance held 1 
p.m. Friday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
Street, Parkersburg, with Pastor John Barker 
assisting. The family will receive friends 
beginning at noon on Friday at the funeral 
home.

Memorial donations may be directed to the 
Alzheimer's Association.

Messages of condolences may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

William H. "Bill" Thompson

Rt 1 Elizabeth (Rockport area),WV

William H. "Bill" Thompson Sr., 89, of Route 1 
Elizabeth (Rockport area), passed away at his 
home Feb. 26, 2010, and was called home to 
heaven to be with his loving wife of 58 years, 
Vera Lavinia (Seals) Thompson.

He was born at Rockport on Aug. 31, 1920, a 
son of the late Homer M. and Missouri L. 
(Young) Thompson.

He was a longtime farmer and attended the Mt. 
Hope Church.

He is survived by five sons, Lawrence Thompson 
Sr., Darrell Thompson and William H. "Bill" 
Thompson Jr., all of Elizabeth, Harlin (Betty) 
Thompson of Ravenswood and Kenneth (Janet) 
Thompson of Mineral Wells; two daughters, 
Blenda (David) Deem of Indiana and Wanda 
(Brian) Caltrider of Mineral Wells; two 
brothers; seven sisters; 16 grandchildren; 29 
great-grandchildren; nine great-great-
grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and his wife, he 
was preceded in death by a son, Robert 
Wayne "Bob" Thompson; a grandson, Larry Dale 
Thompson; and a daughter-in-law, Mary Ann 
(Hale) Thompson.

The funeral service will be Monday at noon at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with his son-in-law, the Rev. 
David Deem officiating. Burial will follow at 
Sunset Memory Gardens. Visitation will be 
today from 2-8 p.m.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Grant Leslie Queen Jr. (Butchie)

Parkersburg,WV

Grant Leslie Queen Jr., 62, of Parkersburg, 
went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Feb. 
23, 2010, from the Willows Center.

He was born Oct. 20, 1947 in Parkersburg to 
the late Ruby Leasure Queen (1997) and Grant 
L. Queen Sr. (1994). He was the last of his 
family. He lost his sister Elizabeth Lambert 
in October of 1979 and his sister 
Wilhelmina "Billie" Queen in 2000.

Grant leaves behind his guardian and cousin, 
Patricia Paintiff, (Randy Goodwin); cousins, 
Loretta Paintiff Ferguson and family and 
Diedra Wells Burdette and family. Also Gina 
Belcher, Lisa Curkendall, Judy Thorn, Denise 
Clay, Liza Lamb, Karla Kidder, all his Gihon 
Girls, Missy Sellers, Betty Vaughn and his 
girlfriend, Sandy Beckner.

Butch was a very special guy; he was loved by 
those who knew him well and will be sadly 
missed by many friends.

Special thank you to Dr. James Spychalski and 
the nurses of First East of Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

There will be a service of remembrance Friday, 
1 p.m. at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
Street, Parkersburg. Burial will follow at 
Evergreen North Cemetery. There will be a 
visitation from 6-8 p.m. today .

Messages of condolence may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Isabella V. Samples Jones Young

Fayetteville,PA

Isabella V. Samples Jones Young, 88, of 
Fayetteville, Pa., formerly of the Parkersburg 
area, passed away Feb. 20, 2010 at the Manor 
Care Nursing Home at Chambersburg, Pa.

She was born Oct. 29, 1921 at Pullman, W.Va., 
a daughter of the late Frank and Mary Cottrill 
Samples.

She was a member of the First Nazarene Church 
in Parkersburg and attended the Cavalry United 
Methodist Church at Fayetteville, Pa.

She was a loving wife, mother and homemaker 
and had been, at one time, employed at Vera's 
Lunch in Belpre.

Surviving are three sons, Donald Jones of 
Belpre, Gerald Jones of Little Hocking, Ohio 
and Charles Jones (Susan) of Fayetteville, 
Pa.; two daughters, Madeline Barker (Billy) of 
Washington, W.Va. and Judy Kragness of 
Parkersburg; one stepson; four stepdaughters; 
19 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; two 
great-great-grandchildren; one brother, 
Clifton Samples of Pullman, W.Va.; one sister, 
Agnes Simmons of St. Marys, W.Va.; and several 
nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her first husband, Guy R. Jones; 
her second husband, Berchel Lee Young; two 
sons, Larry Jones and James Jones; and a 
daughter, Alice Collins.

The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. 
Wednesday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
St., Parkersburg. The Rev. Frank Miller will 
officiate and burial will follow at the Cabin 
Run Cemetery in Doddridge County. The 
visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today and one 
hour prior to the service on Wednesday.

Following the burial, there will be a meal 
provided for the family and friends at Comfort 
Inn in Parkersburg (behind Red Lobster on 
Grand Central Avenue.)

Online messages of condolence may be sent to 
the family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Bernard Eugene Rockhold

Dalzell,SC

Bernard Eugene Rockhold, 79, of Dalzell, S.C., 
passed away Feb. 17, 2010, in South Carolina.

He was born Aug. 20, 1930 in Parkersburg, a 
son of the late John Wesley Rockhold Sr. and 
Annis Pearl Fetty Rockhold.

Bernard retired from the United States Air 
Force.

Surviving is his brother, John W. Rockhold Jr. 
of Parkersburg, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by three brothers and two sisters.

There will be a visitation at Kimes Funeral 
Home, 521 Fifth St., Parkersburg, Wednesday 
from 2-6 p.m. Burial will be at the West 
Virginia National Cemetery near Grafton.

Joyce Lyons Wilson

Belpre,OH

Joyce Lyons Wilson, of Belpre, Ohio, passed 
away Feb. 15, 2010, at the Arcadia Nursing 
Center in Coolville.

She was born Feb. 18, 1942 in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of the late Francis Theodore (Ted) 
and Nora Elson Lyons.

Joyce was of the Protestant Faith, was a 
former employee of the Arlan's Department 
Store and had owned and operated Joyce's Club 
and Bar 28 in Ohio for many years.

Surviving is her husband, Archie L. Wilson; 
eight stepchildren and many stepgrandchildren; 
and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by brothers, Gifford Lyons and Bobby 
Lyons and her sister, Lois Lyons Lattea and a 
stepdaughter.

There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m. 
Saturday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Pastor Jerry Caplinger will 
officiate. Burial of her cremated remains will 
be at a later date at Sunset Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends and relatives 
at the funeral home Saturday beginning at 1 
p.m.

Online messages of condolence may be sent to 
the family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Hazel Jean Adams

Parkersburg,WV

Hazel Jean Adams, 71, of Parkersburg passed 
away Feb. 12, 2010, at Camden-Clark Memorial 
Hospital.

She was born Feb. 27, 1938, at Spencer, W.Va., 
a daughter of Wanda Price Spencer and the late 
Oakford B. Spencer.

She was a member of the Landmark Baptist 
Church and a homemaker.

In addition to her mother she is survived by 
one daughter, Barbara Diane and her husband 
Paul Jr. Leasure of Waverly; one brother, 
Billy Joe Spencer of Morgantown; four sisters, 
Patsy Bell of Belpre, Janet Spencer of 
Parkersburg, Helen Sommerville of Reedy and 
Ann Still of Parkersburg; five grandchildren, 
Michael Leasure (Cherrie), Michele Leasure 
(Mark), Jaquetta Deem, Pauline Mitchell 
(Daniel) and George Carpenter Jr.; four great-
grandchildren; a special aunt, Freda Marie 
Shephard; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her father she was preceded in 
death by one brother, James Patrick Spencer.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Michael Lamb and 
Pastor Jerry Caplingerofficiating. Burial will 
follow at Spencer Memorial Cemetery, Spencer, 
W.Va. The family will receive friends from 6-8 
p.m. Monday at the funeral home and from 11 
a.m. until time of service Tuesday.

Online condolences may be forwarded to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Perry Orden Mollohan

Parkersburg,WV

Perry Orden Mollohan, 84, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010 at the 
home of his daughter, Beverly Full. He was 
born March 7, 1925 at Grant Town, W.Va., a son 
of the late Oscar Roy and Helen Marie Peck 
Mollohan.

He was retired from Perry's Alignment and had 
formerly worked for the FMC Corporation. He 
was a U.S. Navy veteran having served during 
World War II. He enjoyed camping, RVing, and 
hunting for mushrooms.

Surviving are two sons, Perry Mollohan Jr. 
(Jennifer) and Michael Mollohan (Patricia), 
all of Parkersburg; two daughters, Carol 
Johnson (David) of Flower Mound, Texas and 
Beverly Full (Paul) of Washington, W.Va.; 12 
grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his wife, Mary Gwendolyn Hanshew 
Mollohan and an infant brother, Herman Roy 
Mollohan.

The funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Tim Burch 
officiating. Entombment will follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery in Belpre with military 
rites conducted by the Parkersburg American 
Legion Post #15.

The visitation will be on Sunday from 5-8 p.m. 
and an hour prior to the service on Monday. 
Memorial contributions may be directed to the 
Housecalls-Hospice of Parkersburg. Messages of 
condolence may be sent to the family by 
visiting www.kimesfh.com

Daniel R. Nesselrotte

Walker,WV

Daniel R. Nesselrotte, 76, of Walker, passed 
away Jan. 21, 2010, at the New Lexington, Ohio 
Care & Rehab Center.

He was born in Parkersburg, a son of the late 
Alpha and Lucy McKitrick Dailey Nesselrotte.

He was a member of the Baptist church on 
Market Street and had worked for Sids 
Furniture and St. Joseph's Hospital and he 
enjoyed going fishing.

Surviving is his wife, Jessie Speece 
Nesselrotte; one son, David R. Nesselrotte of 
Parkersburg; two daughters, Becky Waggoner 
(Randy Joe) and Cindy Walker (Marvin), all of 
Walker; six grandchildren, Michael Waggoner, 
Dale Nesselrotte, Deanna Sprout, Jennifer 
Swiger, Samantha Walker and Nicholas Walker 
and a great-grandchild, Kylee Swiger; one 
brother, Orville Nesselrotte of Parkersburg; 
and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by brothers, Floyd 
and Carriel Nesselrotte; half-brothers, Alfred 
and Gale Dailey; sister, Frances Collins and 
half-sister, Hazel Conger.

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. 
Monday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, Pastor Thomas Blake will 
officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen 
North Cemetery. The visitation will be on 
Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

Hazel Avadine Fluharty

Parkersburg,WV

Hazel Avadine Fluharty, 94, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Jan. 20, 2010, in Marietta.

She was born in Calhoun County, a daughter of 
the late Matt and Maude Meadows Jarvis.

She was of the Methodist faith and was a 
homemaker.

Surviving are nephews, Robert Reeder of Vienna 
and David Riel of Parkersburg; nieces, 
Patricia Wolfe and Donna Jarvis of 
Parkersburg; great-nephew, Shane Martin in 
Georgia; great-nieces, Chrystal Nestor of 
Parkersburg, Tara McFarland of Walker, Angel 
Piggott and Debbie Bailey of Parkersburg, 
Cynthia Perdue of Charleston, Carolyn Dye and 
Marilyn Dye of Akron.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy 
Fluharty; brothers, Don, Rex and Hartzell 
Jarvis; and sisters, Macel Riel and Chloe Dye 
and niece, Shirley Fallon.

The family will hold a memorial service at a 
later date. There will be no visitation or 
funeral service. Her body will be cremated and 
her ashes intered at a later date.

Kimes Funeral Home & Cremation Services is 
assisting the family with the cremation.

Kristen Nicole Sams

Parkersburg,WV

Kristen Nicole Sams, 17-day-old infant 
daughter of Christopher Allen Sams Jr. and 
Rachael Deem Sams, joined the angels in heaven 
on Jan. 16, 2010.

She was born Dec. 30, 2009, at the Women and 
Childrens Hospital in Charleston.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by 
her brother, Christopher Salyers at home; her 
paternal grandparents, Rachel Hendershot of 
Parkersburg and Chris Sams Sr. of Parkersburg; 
maternal grandmother, Shelia Murray of 
Parkersburg; her paternal great-grandparents, 
Douglas and Lievella Hendershot of Waverly; 
and maternal great-grandmother, Linda 
Ruddlesden of Williamstown.

There will be a graveside service at 1 p.m. 
Tuesday at Evergreen North Cemetery with 
Pastor Bill Hines officiating. There will be 
visitation at Kimes Funeral Home, Parkersburg, 
from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. before proceeding 
to the cemetery for the service.

Online messages of condolence may be sent to 
the family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Amber Adair Riddle Johnson (Geary),

Nashville ,TN

Amber Adair Riddle Johnson (Geary), 46, of 
Nashville, Tenn., formerly of the Parkersburg 
area, passed away suddenly at the Vanderbilt 
University Hospital in Nashville.

She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and 
friend. She went home to be with her heavenly 
father on Jan. 12, 2010.

Amber was born Jan. 10, 1964 in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of Janet Riddle Johnson and Stephen 
Dale Johnson. Amber was a 1982 graduate of 
Parkersburg South High School.

Amber was a fashion model in New York City, 
her photographer was Jauques Silbertein and 
she traveled world wide. She was a 
professional make-up and hair artist with her 
own line of make-up, Adair Minerals. She did 
professional make-up and hair on the set of 
director Quentin Tarantino. She also worked on 
site for Country Music Television and did many 
commercials.

Amber owned and operated Cuts Colors and 
Blondes Hair Salon in Nashville, Tenn. She 
specialized in color, cuts and hair 
extensions. She did hair extensions for many 
cancer patients and music artists. She loved 
to travel and ride Harley-Davidsons and spend 
time with friends and family.

She is survived by her mother, Janet Riddle 
Johnson; father, Stephen Dale Johnson; 
sisters, Erica Loraine Johnson Elmore (Kelly) 
of Lubeck and Jennifer Adair Johnson McPeek of 
Rockport; niece, Sarah Adair McPeek of 
Rockport; nephews, Ethan Wayne McPeek of 
Rockport, Ian Scott Elmore and Evan Dale 
Elmore of Lubeck and many other nephews; two 
brothers, Steve Dale Johnson and wife Creela 
of Rockport, Bradford Dale Johnson and wife 
Patty of Washington, W.Va.; cousin, Dianna 
McDonald Warder of Bowling Green, Ky.; aunt, 
Louise Breeden of Boyds, Md.; uncle, Bernard 
Gene Riddle of Walker, W.Va.; best friends, 
Christy Shedd of Parkersburg and Mary Ann 
Parks of Nashville; and many other aunts, 
uncles, cousins, and friends in Nashville. 
Amber also had three dogs, Thore, Sheena and 
Drako.

She was preceded in death by her maternal 
grandmother, Hazel Wilmoth Riddle and 
grandfather, W. Paul Riddle of Grantsville; 
paternal grandmother, Audra Sleeth; uncle, 
Marion Riddle; and favorite cousin, Paul 
Breeden.

The funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m. 
Monday at the Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
Street, Parkersburg, Evangelist Steve Morgan 
will officiate with other speakers. Burial 
will follow at the Mt. Zion Cemetery in 
Calhoun County. The visitation will be on 
Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral 
home. Online condolences may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com.

Elizabeth Fowler Robinson "Betsy" Whitaker

Parkersburg,WV

Elizabeth Fowler Robinson "Betsy" Whitaker, 
93, of the Wyngate Senior Living Community 
passed away at noon Thursday, Dec. 24, 2009, 
at Wyngate.

She was born May 1, 1916, at Buffalo, N.Y., to 
the late Dr. Samuel and Ethel Fowler Robinson.

She grew up in various parsonages across 
Pennsylvania, Indiana, Illinois and Michigan.

She graduated from Flint High School in Flint, 
Mich., and attended Allegheny College in 
Meadville, Pa., graduating in 1938 and 
attended Frances Payne Bolton School of 
Nursing at Case Western University in 
Cleveland and graduated with a masters in 
nursing in 1941. Betsy married Dr. Charles F. 
Whitaker Jr. whom she had met at Allegheny, on 
June 25, 1941. He preceded her in death on May 
12, 1999. She and Dr. Whitaker moved to 
Parkersburg in the fall of 1950. She was a 
member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 
the James Wood Chapter DAR, Order of the 
Eastern Star, Parkersburg Academy of Medicine 
Auxiliary, Epworth Assembly, Ludington, Mich., 
Child Guidance and PTA.

Surviving is her daughter, Andrea Barnes 
(Phillip) of Columbia, Md.; sons, Dr. Samuel 
R. Whitaker of Los Angeles, Calif., Dr. Joel 
Whitaker (Barbara) of Belpre and Dr. Charles 
F. Whitaker III (Shirley) of Parkersburg; five 
grandchildren, Dr. Charles F. Whitaker IV (Dr. 
Christinia Whitaker) of Coldwater, Mich., 
Matthew Whitaker (Dr. Chastity Whitaker) of 
West Chester, Ohio, Eric Barnes of Columbia, 
Md., Amy L. Whitaker of Mooresville, N.C., and 
Robinson Whitaker of Columbus, Ga.; and great-
grandchildren, Caleb and Micah Whitaker of 
West Chester, Ohio.

A service to celebrate her life will be at 7 
p.m. Wednesday at St. Andrews United Methodist 
Church in Parkersburg. The Rev. Thomas 
McDowell will officiate. The family will 
receive visitors in the Wesley Room at the 
church from 4-6 p.m. prior to the service. 
Burial will follow at the convenience of the 
family at the Lakeview Cemetery in Ludington, 
Mich.

The family requests that remembrances be 
directed to the St. Andrews United Methodist 
Church Memorial Committee. Kimes Funeral Home, 
521 Fifth St., Parkersburg, is assisting the 
family and online condolence messages may be 
sent to the family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Juanita M. Milhoan

Belmont,WV

Juanita M. Milhoan, 81, of Belmont, Pleasants 
County, passed away Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009, 
at Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

She was born July 17, 1928, in Wood County, a 
daughter of the late Robert B. and Lessie D. 
Clutter Naylor.

Juanita was a graduate of Parkersburg High 
School, was a member of the First Baptist 
Church of St. Marys and retired from the Colin 
Anderson Center as a health service worker.

Surviving is her husband, Paul L. Milhoan Sr.; 
two sons, Paul L. Milhoan Jr. (Linda) of 
Vienna and Mark A. Milhoan (Joanne) of 
Birmingham, Ala.; daughter, Rebecca L. Spicer 
(Jack) of Cumming, Ga.; eight grandchildren, 
Jasen Milhoan, Michelle Leeson, Stewart 
Milhoan, Patrick Milhoan, Sarah Cunningham 
Hall, Ethan Cunningham, Kristen Milhoan Pack 
and Brittany Milhoan; brother, Charles W. 
Naylor of Ft. Myers, Fla.; sister, Beulah M. 
Blackshire of Davisville; two nieces; four 
nephews; and eight great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by a brother, Herbert L. Naylor.

The funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Pastor John Strimer will 
officiate and burial will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens. The visitation will be from 2-
4 and 6-8 p.m. today.

Online condolences may be sent to the family 
by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Willie James Pitts

Vienna,WV

Willie James Pitts, 61, of Vienna passed away 
Dec. 8, 2009.

He was born at Petrey, Ala., a son of Earsie 
L. Redmon.

Surviving is his wife, Debra Briggs; sons, 
Jesse Briggs of Ravenswood, Jason Briggs of 
Waverly, Keith Briggs of Vienna and Daniel 
Davis of Parkersburg; daughters, Jennifer 
Jackson of Vienna and Denise Davis of New 
Matamoras; nine grandchildren; brother, Tom 
Pitts of Gainesville, Fla.; and sisters, 
Madabelle Floyd of Brooklyn, N.Y., and 
Olabelle of Canton, Ohio.

There will be a graveside service at 1 p.m. 
Friday at the Wood County Cemetery with Pastor 
Roger Cummings officiating. The family will 
receive visitors from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. 
Friday at the Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
St., Parkersburg.

Philip Brantner Tedrick

Parkersburg,WV

Philip Brantner Tedrick, 65, of Parkersburg 
passed away Dec. 1, 2009, at the Pittsburgh 
Veterans Hospital.

He was born July 10, 1944, in Parkersburg, a 
son of Rose L. Pavlick and the late Robert B. 
Tedrick I.

Mr. Tedrick was a 1962 graduate of Parkersburg 
High School and attended Glenville State 
College and West Virginia University. He was a 
Disabled American Veteran, having served with 
the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam era. 
He had worked with Bow Valley Petroleum and 
Quaker State and special analytical services. 
He was a member of the American Legion Post 15 
of Parkersburg and the VFW Post 1212.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by 
his wife, Roberta J. Cheatham Tedrick; one 
daughter, Katherine Ellis (Tom) of Dayton, 
Ohio; a stepson, Kirk R. Mills (Tammy) of 
Parkersburg; one brother, David H. Tedrick 
(Jackie) of Parkersburg; a sister, Laura Jane 
Starr (Bill) of Louisville, Ky.; and his 
beloved dog, Beau.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in 
death by a brother, Robert B. Tedrick II.

There will be a memorial service at 3 p.m. 
Saturday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Robert Farrar 
officiating. There will be a gathering of 
friends and relatives one hour prior to the 
service Saturday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Doris J Varner

Vienna,WV

Doris J. Varner, 80, of Vienna passed away 
Nov. 29, 2009, at the Parkersburg Health & 
Rehabilitation Center.

She was born July 9, 1929, in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of the late Elwood D. and Madaline R. 
Biddle Barnett.

Doris was a member of the Church of Christ and 
was a homemaker.

Surviving are sons, Robert Lemon of 
Parkersburg and Larry Lemon of Bluefield, 
W.Va.; daughters, Wanda Dix (Greg) of Tempe, 
Ariz., Linda Lemon Williams (Terrance) and 
Nancy Lemon Allen of Parkersburg; 
stepdaughters, Betty Holmes and Lela Vasquez, 
both of Parkersburg; 24 grandchildren; several 
great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Barnett 
Stoops of Parkersburg; one niece; and two 
nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Homer Lee Varner; a 
son, Ricky Varner; an infant brother, Kenneth 
Barnett; and a sister, Joan Barnett Thornock.

A private funeral service was held Saturday 
morning at Kimes Funeral Home in Parkersburg. 
Pastor Bernard Dobby Thrash officiated and 
burial followed at Evergreen North Cemetery.

Susan Lynn Burns

Marietta,OH

Susan Lynn Burns, 50, of the Marietta Care & 
Rehabilitation Center passed away Saturday 
evening, Nov. 28, 2009, at the center.

She was born Sept. 18, 1959, in Marietta, the 
daughter of the late Robert Burns and Sharon 
Lemley Burns Pfost. She was a graduate of 
Williamstown High School and the Nursing 
Program at Parkersburg Community College (WVU-
P). Susan had attended the Methodist Church in 
Waverly, had worked as a registered nurse at 
the St. Joseph's Hospital Psychiatric Unit and 
enjoyed photography.

Survivors include aunts, Sue Lemley of 
Davisville and Johnnie Lee Smith in Tennessee; 
uncle, Jack Lemley of Parkersburg; and 
cousins, Ruth Ann Exline, Charles Exline and 
Jackie Criss, all of Wood County.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by an aunt, Carolyn Lemley Briggs; 
and her grandparents, John T. Lemley and 
Roberta Powell Lemley.

The funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Tuesday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Kenneth Calebaugh 
officiating. Burial will follow at the 
Riverview Cemetery at Williamstown. The 
visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. until 
service time Tuesday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Annie Catherine Rowley

Waverly,WV

Annie Catherine Rowley, 96, of Waverly passed 
away Nov. 27, 2009, at Camden-Clark Memorial 
Hospital.

She was born May 2, 1913, a daughter of the 
late John Wilbur Roberts and Alice Lemley 
Roberts. She was a lifetime member of the 
Middle Ridge Baptist Church, was a cook at the 
Pleasant Valley School for 21 years and was a 
50-plus year member of the Pleasant Hill 
Homemakers Club.

She is survived by one son, Orva Rowley and 
his wife, Jean; one daughter, Ruby Louise 
Metz; and one daughter-in-law, Ada Rowley. 
Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, Lee, 
Roger, Alan, Bruce, Dennis, Darrel, Denver and 
Darlene Rowley and Timothy and Jill Metz; 17 
great-grandchildren; several great-great-
grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Warren Rowley on Feb. 
3, 1999; one son, Glen Rowley; two brothers, 
Gordon and Denver Roberts; three sisters, 
Ethel Stoops, Pauline Edwards and Helen 
Newland; and one grandson, Douglas Rowley.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastors John Barker and Doug 
Guinn officiating. Burial will follow at the 
Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 
and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family 
by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Herman Dale Lott

Palmetto,FL

Herman Dale Lott, 74, of Palmetto, Fla., 
passed away Nov. 19, 2009, at his residence.

He was born Feb. 25, 1935, at Buck Run in Wood 
Count, a son of the late William Harold Lott 
and Ethel Naylor Lott Baker. Herman retired 
from Allegheny Freight Lines.

Surviving is his wife, Phyllis G. Ryan Lott; 
one daughter, Judy Bonnett (Ed); three sons, 
Harley Lott Sr., Harlan Lott and Preston 
Pierce; four granddaughters, Saprina Barfield, 
Mylea Pierce Hess, Melody Lester and Marissa 
Ware; five grandsons, Harley Jr., Jamie, Josh, 
Jeremey and Jarrett Lott; one brother, Paul 
Lott; two sisters, Mildred Amos and Norma 
Bartlett; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a sister, Mary Shirley; and his first 
wife, Patricia Pierce Lott.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg. Pastor Paul Drake will officiate 
and burial will follow at Sunset Memory 
Gardens. The visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. 
today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Patty L. Williams Emrick

Vienna,WV

Patty L. Williams Emrick, 66, of Vienna, 
passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at 
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

She was born Dec. 6, 1942, in Vienna, a 
daughter of the late Robert R. and Evelyn M. 
Strothers Williams. Patty was a 1960 graduate 
of Parkersburg High School, had been employed 
with the Parkersburg News and Sentinel, she 
and her husband had owned and operated Binkys 
Sub Shop across from PHS and Mustards Deli in 
Vienna and she was a homemaker.

Surviving is her husband, Reggie E. Emrick; 
one son, Chad E. Emrick (Annette) of Mineral 
Wells; four daughters, Cinthia L. Emrick of 
Vienna, Robin E. Emrick and Angela Caskey 
(Kevin), both of Columbus, and Patricia Conley 
of Vienna; five grandchildren, Patrick Caskey, 
Mollie Conley, Maggie Conley, Madeline Conley 
and Emily Emrick; two brothers, Kenneth 
Williams (Charlotte) of Waverly and Richard 
Williams (Alice) of Vienna; one sister, 
Madeline Stutler (Wendell) of Vienna; and 
several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by a brother, Ralph Williams; and 
three sisters, Kathleen Wilson, Imojean 
Stutler and Icie "Peach" Wilson.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday at 
the First Assembly of God near Marrtown Road. 
Pastors Tony Raffa and Robert Holland will 
officiate and burial will follow at 
Parkersburg Memorial Gardens. The visitation 
will be from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral 
home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Donna Sue Wigal Reed

Parkersburg,WV

Donna Sue Wigal Reed, 64, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at the 
University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Medical 
Center following an unexpected illness.

She was born Nov. 26, 1944, at Wadesville, a 
daughter of the late Wade and Mary Irene Deem 
Wigal. Donna was a member of the First Church 
of the Nazarene and was a graduate of 
Parkersburg High School. She has worked in the 
banking industry for over 40 years being 
currently employed with WesBanco and had at 
one time worked at Wood County Bank.

Surviving is her husband, Clifton "Cliff" 
Reed; two sons, Kenny (Amber) Hale of 
Elizabeth and Kermit (Sandra) Hale of 
Parkersburg; two stepdaughters, Tina Merrill 
(Nathan) of Little Hocking and Tammy Moore 
(Chris) of Marietta; four grandchildren, Mary 
Cathleen Hale, Taylor Merrill, Mathew Merrill 
and Tyler Moore; two sisters, Wanda (Darrell) 
Sams of Parkersburg and Betty (Jack) Wilson of 
Wadesville; several aunts, uncles and cousins; 
and a host of friends and business associates.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at 
the First Nazarene Church on 19th Street in 
Parkersburg. Pastor Keith Hostutler will 
officiate and burial will follow at the Wigal 
Cemetery at Wadesville. The visitation will be 
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Also from 10 a.m. to noon 
Saturday at the funeral home and one hour 
prior to the service Saturday at the church.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Janet Marie Smith Travis

Parkersburg,WV

Janet Marie Smith Travis, 61, of Parkersburg, 
passed away unexpectedly, Nov. 12, 2009, at 
her home.

She was born Dec. 6, 1947 in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of the late George Leonard and Nelma 
Catherine Hill Smith. Janet was a long time 
member of the Broadway Nazarene Church, was a 
graduate of PHS and was a member of TOPS.

Surviving is her son, Kevin M. (Sheila) 
Travis; and her daughter, Kimberly A. Travis 
Stull, both of Parkersburg; three 
grandchildren, Kennedy Travis, Christian 
Travis and Jailyn Stull; three brothers, Bob 
Smith, Carl Smith and Gary Smith; five 
sisters, Freda Barnes, Faye Moore, June 
Newhouse, Kathryn Lee and Betty Pickering; and 
several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by an infant son, Kenneth A. Travis; 
a brother, Glen Smith; and two sisters, Loufon 
Patterson and Reva Mae Smith.

The funeral service will be held 1 p.m. 
Saturday at the Broadway Nazarene Church with 
Pastor Bill Hines officiating. There will be a 
visitation with viewing from 6-8 p.m. today at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., Parkersburg.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

June Alberta Cain

Parkersburg,WV

June Alberta Cain, 82, of Parkersburg, passed 
away Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

She was born June 15, 1927, in Jackson County, 
a daughter of the late Asa Charles and Eva 
Jane Sines Smith. She enjoyed being a 
homemaker and enjoyed her family. She was a 
genealogist being a member of the West Augusta 
Historical & Genealogical Society.

Surviving are two sons, William Randolph Cain 
(Deborah Tuttle) of Cutler, Ohio, and Scott 
David Cain of Parkersburg; one daughter, 
Rebecca Sue Cain Winkler (Tommy) of 
Hendersonville, Tenn.; four grandchildren, 
Rhett Winkler, Zachary Cain, Jessica Kinzy and 
Tommy Cain; six great-grandchildren; one 
brother, Wayne Smith (Ellen) of Parkersburg; 
and several nieces and nephews, with special 
appreciation and thanks to Phyllis Godfrey and 
Diane Cole for their love and attentiveness 
over the years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, William Robert Cain 
in 2003; brothers, Chester Smith, Charles 
Smith and Melvin Smith; sisters, Helen Nohe 
and Grace Nottingham; and a granddaughter, 
Courtney Winkler.

Private graveside services will be held Friday.

Kimes Funeral Home is in charge of the 
arrangements.

Eileen Fogle George

Vienna,WV

Eileen Fogle George, 81, of Vienna passed away 
early Sunday morning, Nov. 8, 2009, at Camden-
Clark Memorial Hospital.

She was born at Russett, W.Va., a daughter of 
the late Linn and Nellie D. Cosner Fogle. 
Eileen was a self-taught jewelry and metal-
smith.

Surviving are two daughters, Tamara Sue George 
(Jerry Phipps) of Marietta, Ga., and Monica 
Hess of Vienna; two grandchildren, Michelle 
Hess and Eric Hess, both of Lubeck; a great-
granddaughter, Alea Hess; and two sisters, 
Doris Nicholas of Dunbar, W.Va., and Macel 
O'Brien of Midland, Texas.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Johnny N. George.

There will be a private family graveside 
service at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sunset Memory 
Gardens. There will be no viewing or 
visitation.

Kimes Funeral Home of Parkersburg is assisting 
the family with the arrangements and online 
condolence messages may be sent to the family 
by visiting www.kimesfh.com

John Richard Acors

Parkersburg,WV

John Richard Acors, 62, of Parkersburg passed 
away early Saturday morning, Nov. 7, 2009, in 
the emergency department of Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Parkersburg, a son of the late 
John Paul and Mary Lou Burdette Acors.

John was a member of St. Margaret Mary 
Catholic Church and retired from Eramet with 
30 years of service. He had served in the 
United States Marine Corps and enjoyed 
woodworking and the outdoors.

Surviving is his wife, Roxie Lowers Hutson 
Acors; two sons, Chester Richard Acors in 
Florida and Brian Scott Hornbeck of 
Parkersburg; two daughters, Debra Sue Acors in 
Florida and Becky Crites of Belpre; seven 
stepchildren; several grandchildren and 
stepgrandchildren; one brother, William 
Michael Acors of Parkersburg; two sisters, 
Mary Ann Acors Hornbeck of Parkersburg and 
Susan Reed of Reedsville; and several nieces 
and nephews.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Steven Reed 
officiating. Burial will follow at the Mt. 
Carmel Catholic Cemetery in Parkersburg. The 
visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
Monday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Christina Marie Keffer

Vienna,WV

Christina Marie Keffer, 46, of Vienna, passed 
away in a Pittsburgh Hospital on Nov. 2, 2009.

She was born Nov. 7, 1962, a daughter of Donna 
Marie Berry Keffer of Vienna and the late 
William Clifford Keffer.

Christina was a member of the Catholic Church, 
had served in the United States Navy for six 
years and had worked at Network Associates and 
Wirefire.

She is also survived by a sister, Katherine 
Keffer Reel Day of New Martinsville; and a 
nephew, Alex Reel.

There will be no service or visitation.

Kimes Funeral Home and Cremation Services is 
assisting the family with the cremation.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Billy L. Hutchinson

Parkersburg,WV

Billy L. Hutchinson, 70, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Nov. 2, 2009, at The Willows 
Nursing Home, where he had been a patient for 
the past several months.

He was born Oct. 3, 1939 at Eastlynn, W.Va., a 
son of the late William and Madge Hensley 
Hutchinson. Billy retired from the Teamsters 
Union 175.

Surviving is his loving wife, Iris Carolyn 
Stover Hutchinson; one daughter, Sandra; two 
stepsons, Ronnie James of Parkersburg and Alan 
James of Ft. Bragg, N.C.; one stepdaughter, 
Gina Martin of McConnelsville, Ohio; six 
stepgrandchildren; three brothers, Beldon 
Hutchinson and Donald Hutchinson, both of 
Cleveland, and Kenneth Hutchinson of 
Huntington; two sisters, Patricia Hodge of 
Huntington and Mildred Sims of Proctorville, 
Ohio; several nieces and nephews; and a 
special friend, Ed Caplinger of Belpre.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a brother, Earl Hutchinson.

It was Billy's request that his body be 
cremated and that there be no visitation or 
services.

Kimes Funeral Home and Cremation Services is 
assisting the family with the cremation and 
online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Leo C. West

Rockport,Wv

Leo C. West, 65, of Rockport, passed away 
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, at Camden-Clark Memorial 
Hospital.

He was born July 23, 1944, at Rockport, a son 
of the late Willie "Bud" West and Pet Carson 
West.

Leo was a member of the Lowdell United 
Methodist Church, retired from the O'Ames 
Company with 31 years of service, a member of 
the Steelworkers Union Local 1651, and a 
member of the Belleville/Barlow Coon Hunters 
Association. He enjoyed farming, gardening, 
hunting and fishing, and treasured his family 
and friends.

Surviving is his wife of 33 years, Cheryl 
Hickman West; four sons and their wives, Brian 
and Joni West of Stockport, Ohio, Rob and Amy 
West of Belleville, Rick and Michelle West of 
Rockport and Mike and Amy West of Rockport; 
one daughter, Tami West and Josh Border of 
Elizabeth; two brothers and their wives, Nile 
and Jackie West of Parkersburg and Paul and 
Rose West of Rockport; five grandchildren, 
Danielle, Keith, Chelsie, Chad West and Issiah 
Border; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Vera Archer and the 
Rev. Don Ankrom officiating. Burial will 
follow in the Rockport section of the Big 
Tygart Cemetery. The family will receive 
friends from 2-8 p.m. today at the funeral 
home.

Online condolences can be sent to the family 
by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Ruth Shaver

Parkersburg,WV

Ruth Shaver, 86, of Parkersburg passed away 
Oct. 30, 2009, at Parkersburg Care and 
Rehabilitation.

She was born June 13, 1923, at Wadesville, a 
daughter of the late Otto and Charlotte Eaton.

Ruth was a homemaker, she enjoyed sewing, was 
a good cook and friend who cared about others 
and was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by five sons, Keith "Doug" 
Shaver and wife, Maggie, of Killeen, Texas, 
Lloyd "Larry" Shaver and wife, Helena, of 
Parkersburg, Craig "Hank" Shaver and wife, 
Serita, of Parkersburg, David "Kimbo" Shaver 
of Davisville and Jeffery "Jeff" Shaver of 
Parkersburg; and three daughters, 
Rebecca "Becky" Shaver of Parkersburg, 
Sherry "Mouse" Smith and husband, Roderick, of 
Cutler, Ohio, and Bonita Kay Sayer and 
husband, Bill, of Parkersburg. Also surviving 
are two brothers, Samuel Howard "Dick" Eaton 
of Norfolk, Va., and William "Buster" Eaton of 
New York; two sisters, Bonnie Sams of 
Pettyville and Wilma Starcher of Parkersburg; 
six grandchildren, Cindy Shaver Tusman, Clint 
Douglas Sayer, Isaac John Smith, Cassie Lynn 
Smith, Travis C. Sayer and Steve L. Shaver; 
several stepgrandchildren; one great-
grandchild, K.P. "Jake" Shaver; and several 
nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death is her husband, Lloyd 
L. "Peck" Shaver; one daughter, Tina Denise 
Shaver; three brothers, Chester Eaton, Denzil 
Eaton and David Eaton; two sisters, 
Doris "Sis" Hendrickson and Norma Oiler; one 
grandson, Jason Shaver; and two stepgreat-
grandchildren, Evan Stephens and Mayan 
Martinez.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Larry Dale 
officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens. The family will receive 
visitors from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the 
funeral home.

Online condolences can be forwarded to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Nora Lucille (Nora Lou) Moncrief Florence

Belpre,OH

Nora Lucille (Nora Lou) Moncrief Florence, 79, 
of State Route 339, Belpre, departed this 
earthly life early Monday morning, Oct. 26, 
2009, at Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

She was born July 29, 1930, in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of the late Rosco Park and Beulah 
Marie Griffin Moncrief. Nora was of the 
Baptist Faith and had worked at Ralph's Market 
as a clerk.

Surviving is her husband, Jack D. Florence and 
their son, Steve (Marsha) Florence of Waverly; 
three grandchildren, Joshua (Becky) Florence, 
Stevie Florence and Savannah Brock; two great-
grandchildren, Jaylon Florence and Jaylin 
Brock; one brother, Ronald Park (Linda) 
Moncrief of Pettyville; two sisters, Loretta 
Eddy (Ronald) of Leachtown and Sandra Feaster 
(Boyd) of Sterling, Va.; an adopted sister, 
Shelia Chapman (Joe); and several nieces and 
nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by two infant sisters, Elizabeth Ann 
Moncrief and Hilda Marie Moncrief.

The funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. 
Thursday at the Gospel Baptist Church at 
Torch, Ohio. Pastor Jay Hubbard will officiate 
and burial will follow at Sunset Memory 
Gardens. The visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-
8 p.m. Wednesday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 
Fifth Street, Parkersburg, and one hour prior 
to the service Thursday at the church.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Martha Shuttleworth

Marietta ,OH

Martha Shuttleworth, 83, of Marietta, formerly 
of Williamstown, passed away in her sleep 
Sunday morning (Oct. 25, 2009).

She was born in Wood County, W.Va., a daughter 
of the late Herman and Dolly Williams Lucas. 
She had worked at Yonkers Manufacturing as a 
seamstress. She was a CB radio operator under 
the name "Lady Beatle-Baum," and she enjoyed 
reading and sewing.

Surviving are her son, Ralph (Marty) 
Shuttleworth; two daughters, Cora Pottmeyer 
and Helen Hendershot (Rick), all of Marietta; 
six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; 
and three sisters, Nellie Aumiller, Helen 
Smith Echard (Gil) and Inez McQueen (John), 
all of Parkersburg.

She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Ralph F. Shuttleworth; three brothers; and a 
sister.

There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. 
Wednesday at the Riverview Cemetery in 
Williamstown. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 
and 6 to 8 p.m. today at Kimes Funeral home, 
521 5th St., Parkersburg.

Krista D Fint

formerly of Parkersburg,WV

Krista D. Fint, 37, went to be with the Lord 
Oct. 23, 2009.

She was born Jan. 15, 1972, in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of William L. Fint of Parkersburg and 
the late Cheryl A. Henderson Fint Machachlan.

In addition to her father, she is survived by 
her stepmother, Ruth Fint of Parkersburg; 
grandparents, Richard and Helen Henderson of 
Albany, Ga.; sister, Audra M. Helm and her 
husband, Michael, and their son, David, of 
Spartansburg, S.C.; sister, Deborah A. Watson 
and her husband, Shannon, and their daughter, 
Madison, and their sons, Zachary and Parker, 
of Parkersburg; uncle and aunt, Denzil and Ann 
Fint and family; and great-uncle and aunt, 
Jack and Jane McFee, all of Elizabeth. She is 
also survived by her long time caregivers, 
Susanne and Manfred Janotha of Pennsboro; and 
her more recent caregivers, Frances and 
Richard Bunner of Harrisville.

Krista loved music and watching videos. She 
also loved people and watching birds and 
animals.

The funeral service for Krista will be 2 p.m. 
Thursday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Dr. William R. 
Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at East 
Lawn Memorial Park near Marietta. The 
visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and 
an hour prior to the service Thursday at the 
funeral home.

There will be a reception dinner following the 
burial service at the VFW Post 5108, 319 Pike 
St., Marietta.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Lawrence Clarence Thomas

Parkersburg,WV

Lawrence Clarence Thomas, 81, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Oct. 22, 2009, at his grandson's 
home, where he has been residing.

He was born Oct. 23, 1927, in Doddridge 
County, a son of the late Avery and Hattie 
Thomas.

Lawrence retired from the Ames Company with 36 
years of service and was a member of the 
United Steelworkers Union.

Surviving are four sons, Larry Thomas (Amy) 
and Danny Thomas, both of Parkersburg, John 
Thomas and Ronnie Thomas, both of Rockport; 
six daughters, Sue Lawhorn (Steve) of Beverly, 
Ohio, Tammy Thomas of Harrisville, Mary 
Richards (Delbert) and Linda Curtis, both of 
Parkersburg, Nancy Smetzer of Mineral Wells 
and Nellie Treadway (Jim) of Davisville; a 
granddaughter he adopted, Melissa Tebay 
(Jason) of Davisville; 19 grandchildren; 21 
great-grandchildren; and several nieces and 
nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his wife, Dorothy Richards Thomas; a 
son, Jim Thomas; a brother, Richard Thomas; 
and a sister, Irene Fought.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
South Cemetery. The visitation will be from 
noon until service time Monday at the funeral 
home.

Geraldine Marie Smith

Parkersburg,WV

Geraldine Marie Smith, 90, of Parkersburg 
passed away Oct. 21, 2009, at The Willows 
Nursing Center, where she had been a resident.

She was born Sept. 17, 1919, in Wood County, a 
daughter of the late Otto and Nora Robinson 
Eberhardt.

Geraldine was a homemaker and had attended the 
Liberty Street Church of God.

Surviving is her son, former Parkersburg 
Police Detective James K. (Jim) Smith and his 
wife, Lois Kay, of Mt. Pleasant, S.C.; 
grandsons, Robert Smith and Christopher Smith; 
stepgranddaughter, Kimberly McIntire; and 
eight great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Howard Kenneth "Bill" 
Smith in 1982; three brothers, Russell, Joseph 
and Clarence Eberhardt; and two sisters, 
Evelyn Robey and Mary Kathryn Shook.

The funeral service for Geraldine will be 2 
p.m. Saturday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
St., Parkersburg, with Pastor Dave Cumpston 
officiating. Burial will follow at the 
Fairview Cemetery on New England Ridge Road. 
The visitation will be from noon until service 
time Saturday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Ensell F. Jones

Parkersurg ,WV

Ensell F. Jones, 89, of Parkersburg passed 
away Oct. 21, 2009, at Camden-Clark Memorial 
Hospital.

He was born March 9, 1920, in West Virginia, a 
son of the late Richard and Gracie Catlip 
Jones.

Ensell was a graduate of Sumner High School, 
had served in the United States Army during 
World War II and worked as a custodian.

Surviving is his brother, Regis Jones (Esther) 
of Parkersburg; a sister, Regina Donaway 
(Nathaniel) of Anchorage, Alaska; several 
nieces and nephews, including Regis Jones II 
(Beth), Ensell Jones (Shellie), Briania Davis 
and Zarion Jones (and Joshua), all of 
Parkersburg, and Patty, Daniell and Nathaniel, 
all of Anchorage, Alaska; and other nieces and 
nephews.

He was preceded in death by three sisters, 
Rosalee Logan, Gracie Carol Peters and Aileen 
Jones.

At Ensell's request, there will be no viewing 
or services. Burial of his ashes will be at 
Spring Grove Cemetery.

Kimes Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 
Parkersburg is assisting the family with the 
arrangements.

John William Elliott

Davisville,WV

John William Elliott, 64, of Davisville, 
W.Va., passed away Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, at 
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

He was born Oct. 25, 1944, in Vienna, a son of 
the late Albert W. Elliott Sr. and Beulah 
Kimble Elliott West.

John retired from the City of Parkersburg's 
Police Department as an Officer with 22 years 
of service, he worked as Traffic Officer under 
Chief Larry Gibson and prior to that, he was 
with the Wood County Sheriff's Department for 
five years.

For many years, he worked for Herschel Kimes 
at "Skate Country" being in charge of safety 
and security and later as manager. At Skate 
Country, he was affectionately known by the 
name of "Pops."

John was a member of the Cedar Grove United 
Methodist Church, where he served in various 
capacities. He had served as director for the 
West Virginia Torch Run for the Special 
Olympics representing Law Enforcement and had 
worked with the International Special Olympics 
in the Torch Run from California to Nevada.

John was a U.S. Army veteran, having been 
inducted on March 26, 1963, and transferred to 
the U.S. Army Reserves (Army Corps) on Feb. 
18, 1965, where he served until March 25, 
1969. He was a member of the Fraternal Order 
of Police Lodge 79. He enjoyed woodworking and 
carpentry, enjoyed four-wheeling and his 
grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife of 44 years, Donna Bond 
Elliott; three sons, John William Elliott II 
(Kimberly) of Proctorville, Ohio, Parkersburg 
Police Officer Scott E. Elliott (Karen) of 
Davisville and Parkersburg Police Officer 
Justin W. Elliott (Nikki) of Parkersburg; 
eight grandchildren, Alexis Elliott of 
Roanoke, Va., Brody Elliott of Parkersburg, 
Brianna and Kailey Elliott, both of 
Davisville, and Tyler, Alexander, Jonathan and 
Braxton Elliott, all of Proctorville, Ohio; 
three brothers, retired Vienna Police Officer 
Charles Elliott of Wheeling, Arthur E. Elliott 
of Vienna and David W. Elliott (Jennifer) of 
Parkersburg; one sister, Wanda M. Staats 
(Blaine) of Williamstown; sisters-in-law, 
Barbara Elliott of Vienna and Rebecca Johnson 
(Timothy) of Parkersburg; brother-in-law, 
Harold McFee of Parkersburg; several nieces, 
nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and a host 
of friends and other relatives.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his stepfather, Carl West; three 
brothers, Robert S. Elliott, Harry R. Elliott 
and Albert W. Elliott Jr.; and a sister, Betty 
L. McFee.

The funeral service for John will be conducted 
at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Cedar Grove 
United Methodist Church on Route 47 east of 
Parkersburg. The Rev. Brian Long will 
officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen 
North Cemetery with participation by the 
Parkersburg Police Department's Honor Guard. 
The visitation will be from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
Friday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
Street, Parkersburg, and one hour prior to the 
service Saturday at the church.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Memorial contributions may be directed to the 
Cedar Grove United Methodist Church in memory 
of John William Elliott.

Geneva Louise (Jenny) Ahart

Parkersburg,WV

Geneva Louise (Jenny) Ahart, 87, of 
Parkersburg passed away late Saturday, Oct. 3, 
2009, at Worthington Manor Nursing Home 
following an extended illness.

She was born Nov. 21, 1921, at Cairo, in 
Ritchie County, a daughter of the late Harry 
Lee Clayton Sr. and Ethel Merritt Clayton. 
Geneva was a member of Stephenson Memorial 
United Methodist Church and was retired from 
Sears, where she worked for many years and was 
last manager of the Drapery Department.

She was a loving wife and mother to her son, 
Charles Ahart Jr. of Belpre; three daughters, 
Jan Deem of Williamstown, Sue Adams (Joe 
Grimm) of Parkersburg and Ethel Blair (and a 
very special son-in-law, who she loved and 
considered one of her own, Rodney Blair of 
Little Hocking); loving grandchildren, Amanda 
Blair, Jason Blair, Shelly Galland and William 
Kimble Jr.; great-grandchildren, Adrienne, 
Madison, Dillon and Kelsey Blair, Josh Galland 
and Tyler Kimble; one brother, Harry Lee 
Clayton Jr.; and one sister, Mary McClung, 
both of Parkersburg.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Charles (Charlie) 
Ahart Sr.; two sons-in-law, Sam Adams and Ed 
Deem; and a brother, Charles L. Clayton, who 
was killed in Korea.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Rich McClure 
officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
North Cemetery. The visitation will be from 
noon until service time Tuesday at the funeral 
home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Eythel M. Hale

Parkersburg,WV

Eythel M. Hale, 89, of Parkersburg, passed 
away Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, at the 
Parkersburg Health & Rehabilitation Center, 
where she has been a resident for the past six 
years.

She was born Oct. 14, 1919, in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of the late Edgar E. and Piccolia M. 
Owens Morriston.

Eythel was a long time member of Trinity 
United Methodist Church and was a homemaker. 
She had been a former employee of the American 
Viscose, the G.C. Murphy Company and Mountain 
State Bank.

Surviving is her son-in-law, Lawrence L. 
Thompson of Elizabeth; her daughter-in-law, 
Patricia "Pat" Hale of Parkersburg; seven 
grandchildren, Rose Marie Coleman, Lawrence L. 
Thompson Jr., Bonnie Sue Bell, Richard 
Burdette Thompson, Kermit Burdette Hale, 
Kenneth Wade Hale and Richelle Lucas; 10 great-
grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Wilson B. "Pete" 
Hale; her son, Cecil B. Hale; her daughter, 
Mary Ann Thompson; her brothers, Edwin 
Morriston and her twin, the Rev. Cecil 
Morriston; an infant brother; and two sisters, 
Martha Spears and Myrtle Lockhart.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Pastor Nathan Copen will 
officiate and burial will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens. The visitation will be from 4-
8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Jack E. Shively

Parkersburg,WV

Jack E. Shively, 79, of Parkersburg, went home 
to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, 
Sept. 28, 2009. He passed away at Thomas 
Memorial Hospital in Charleston.

He was born May 23, 1930, in Parkersburg, a 
son of the late Benjamin F. Shively Sr. and 
Lulu Harteben Shively.

Jack had formerly attended the Landmark 
Baptist Church and he had last owned and 
operated a Deli, Bakery and Candy Store in 
Kenneth City, Fla. He was a U.S. Air Force 
veteran, having served during the Korean War 
and was a member of the VFW.

Jack was a very caring husband, father, 
grandfather and friend and will be missed 
dearly.

Surviving are five children, Gina, Craig, 
Brent, Lisa and Tracey; 14 grandchildren; two 
brothers, Marge Shively-Parker and Betty 
Shively-Richmond; and several nieces and 
nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by 11 brothers and sisters.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet 
Cemetery with military rites conducted by the 
American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg. The 
visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
Thursday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Lois IleneMilhoan

Parkersburg,WV

Lois Ilene Milhoan, 81, of Parkersburg passed 
away Sunday morning, Sept. 27, 2009, at Camden-
Clark Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Vienna, a daughter of the late 
Richard Albert and Lulu McCullough Milhoan.

Lois was a member of the Camden Avenue Church 
of Christ. She retired from Universal Glass 
(Diamond Bathhurst) with 29 years of service 
and was a former employee of the American 
Viscose, Johns Manville and the Ideal Box 
Factory.

Surviving are two brothers, Paul Milhoan of 
Belmont and Bill Milhoan of Williamstown; a 
sister, Ila May Nutter of Parkersburg; and 
several nieces and nephews.

She is also survived by special long time 
friends, Robert Gragg Sr. and his son, Bobby 
Gragg Jr., Kathy Taylor, Connie Asbury, Maxine 
Ayers and Jane Morris.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by a sister, Ruth Grimm; and an 
infant brother.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Evangelist Andy Robison 
officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
South Cemetery. The visitation will be from 2-
4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Bryan Scott "Scotty" Pittman

Parkersburg,WV

Bryan Scott "Scotty" Pittman, 40, of 
Parkersburg, formerly of the Waverly area, 
passed away Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009, at the 
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-
Presbyterian Hospital.

He was born Oct. 21, 1968, in Marietta, Ohio, 
a son of Frances Drennen Pittman of 
Williamstown and the late Donald Gene Pittman 
Sr.

Bryan had formerly attended the Red Hill 
United Methodist Church and had worked as a 
city/county Asphalt Inspector with the Carl 
Kelly Paving Company. He was a graduate of 
Parkersburg High School and music was his 
greatest love.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by 
his stepmother, Judith M. Pittman of Waverly; 
three brothers, Donald Gene Pittman Jr. (Tina) 
of Lubeck, David R. Cunningham (Stacey) of 
Waverly and Timothy H. Pittman of Waverly; two 
sisters, Donna M. Pittman-Knapp of Waverly and 
Alicia A. Seese (Paul) of Parkersburg; 11 
nieces and nephews, Candice Knapp, Ryan 
Pittman, Renee Cunningham, Jacob Cunningham, 
Nathaniel Pittman, Chelsea Knapp, Bree 
Pittman, Braden Pittman, Marissa Seese, Lexi 
McAtee and Treyton Cunningham; three great-
nieces and nephews, Owen Thompson, Rylee 
Cunningham, Riley Pittman and one expected 
niece; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. 
He is also survived by his fiancee, Penny 
Caplinger of Parkersburg and her children, 
Victoria Wade and Jacob Wade.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in 
death by all of his grandparents; and a great-
nephew, Eddie Thompson.

The funeral service will be 11:30 a.m. Friday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Mary Zimmer 
officiating. Burial will follow at the 
Riverview Cemetery in Williamstown. The 
visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today and an 
hour prior to the service Friday at the 
funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Gladys Auline Flinn

Parkersburg,WV

Gladys Auline Flinn, 70, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Sept. 21, 2009, at Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

She was born Nov. 6, 1938, in Jackson County, 
a daughter of the late Richard W. "Jake" Moore 
and Anna Ethel Smith Moore. Auline and her 
husband had owned and operated Flinns Carryout 
at Belleville and she had worked at Kestersons 
Cleaners. She was a member of the Eagles and 
the American Legion.

Surviving is one son, Darrell E. Flinn (Myra) 
of Parkersburg; three daughters, Mary 
E. "Punk" Smith and Nancy L. Carpenter, both 
of Parkersburg, and Judy A. Lemon (Mark) of 
Mineral Wells; 10 grandchildren, Don and Chris 
Flinn, Tracy, Joe and Jim Smith, Jessica Mills 
and Cristy Smith, Steven Lee, Courtney Ruble 
and Jason Lemon; 11 great-grandchildren; 
several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a 
host of other friends and relatives.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Donald Eugene Flinn 
in 1986; her sister, Mary Greenburg; and an 
infant sister, Faye Moore.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Thursday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Pastor Charlene Spaur will 
officiate and burial will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens. The visitation will be from 2-
8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Emma Ruth Parsons Chenoweth

Parkersburg,WV

Emma Ruth Parsons Chenoweth, 93, of 
Parkersburg, passed away Monday, Sept. 14, 
2009, at Eagle Pointe Nursing Center, where 
she had been a resident.

She was born March 19, 1916, in Calhoun 
County, a daughter of the late Manderville and 
Dora Keith Parsons.

Ruth attended North Parkersburg Baptist Church 
until she was no longer able to attend. Ruth 
never met a stranger and was a long time fan 
of the Cincinnati Reds. She was a talented 
cook and cake decorator, including her famous 
Italian Creme Cake.

Surviving is her son, Robert L. (Mary) 
Chenoweth of Dallas, Texas; a son-in-law, 
Elton E. Jones of Lubeck; seven grandchildren, 
Russell (Brenda) Jones of Lubeck, Mary Jane 
Jones of Washington, Amy (Matt) Bryant of 
Frisco, Texas, Tracy (Scott) Bickhaus of 
Bothell, Wash., Whitney Chenoweth of 
Bernardsville, N.J., Rachael Chenoweth of 
Bernardsville, N.J., and Diane (Shane) Mudge 
of Aledo, Texas; 13 great-grandchildren, James 
Montgomery (Crystal) and Rachael Montgomery of 
Parkersburg, Kirsten Jones and Allison Jones 
of Lubeck, Emily Bryant, Luke Bryant and 
Audrey Bryant, all of Frisco, Texas, Brittany 
Bickhaus, Lauren Bickhaus and Blake Bickhaus, 
all of Bothell, Wash., Parker Mudge, Tori 
Mudge and Jake Mudge, all of Aledo, Texas; and 
three great-great-grandchildren, Blake, Skylar 
and Natalie Montgomery, all of Parkersburg.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Thurl Ray Chenoweth; 
her daughter, Mary Etta Chenoweth Jones; four 
brothers, Gordon Parsons, Robert Parsons, 
Milliard Parsons and Wilbur Parsons; and three 
sisters, Ruby Crawford, Eulalah Bennett and 
Marie Parsons.

The funeral services will be conducted at 11 
a.m. Thursday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
St., Parkersburg. Pastor Mike Towner will 
officiate and burial will follow at Mt. Olivet 
Cemetery. The visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. 
today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Vivian Beryl Stephens Dye

Parkersburg,WV

Vivian Beryl Stephens Dye, 72, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009, at St. 
Joseph's Hospital.

She was born Jan. 10, 1937, at Slate, in Wood 
County, a daughter of the late Orla F. and 
Blanche Brown Stephens.

She was a 1955 graduate of Parkersburg High 
School, a 1973 graduate of Glenville State 
College and did her graduate work at West 
Virginia University and Marshall University. 
Mrs. Dye taught school at Roosevelt and Gihon 
Elementary Schools having retired in 1997. She 
was a life member of the P.T.A., a member of 
the West Augusta Historical Society, Friends 
of Blennerhassett and the Wood County 
Historical and Preservation Society. She was a 
member of the Lauckport Baptist Church since 
1961, having served the Lord in many 
capacities: teaching the children, singing in 
the choir and served as church clerk.

Surviving is her husband, Kenneth D. Dye whom 
she married in 1957; four children, Beverly 
and David Dye of Parkersburg, Stephen (Jodene) 
Dye of Canton, Ohio, and Jenny Dawkins of 
Parkersburg; two grandchildren, Devin Dye at 
Case Western Reserve U. in Cleveland, Ohio, 
and Elyse Dye of Canton, Ohio; three sisters, 
her twin, Virginia Pearl (William) Wright and 
Betty K. (Jak) Smith of Parkersburg and Ada 
Ruth (Bobbie) Sprouse of Lehigh Acres, Fla.; 
seven nieces and nephews; and seven great-
nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by a niece and great-nephew.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Dr. William Thomas. 
Burial will follow at Evergreen South 
Cemetery. The visitation will be from 2-4 and 
6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to the American 
Diabetes Association or to the Kidney 
Foundation.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Sherrel Sue Masters

Parkersburg,WV

Sherrel Sue Masters, 68, of Nicolette Road, 
Parkersburg, passed away Sunday morning, Sept. 
6, 2009, at her residence surrounded by family 
members.

She was born Nov. 7, 1940, a daughter to the 
late Yancey and Ruth Enoch. She was born and 
raised through her pre-teen years in Vienna, 
where she attended Vienna Baptist Church. Sue 
was a 1958 graduate of Parkersburg High 
School. She served in the United States Air 
Force, where she attended weather schooling at 
Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, Ill. Sue 
retired from E.I. DuPont with 22 years of 
dedicated service. She was a talented artist, 
cook and cake decorator, an avid reader and a 
collector of Nutcrackers.

Surviving are her five children, Dr. Jeffrey 
Peterson of Chicago, Ill., Charles Peterson 
Jr. and wife, Brandi, of Charleston, W.Va., 
Tami Hammel and husband, Jay, of Parkersburg, 
Patrick Peterson of St. Charles, Mo., and 
Jennifer Bartlett and husband, Lewis, of 
Parkersburg. Also surviving are her four 
brothers, Roger Dean Enoch, Robert (Doni) 
Enoch, Kenneth (Jackie) Enoch and Timothy 
(Deena) Enoch, all of Parkersburg. Sue's 
greatest joy was spending time with her 10 
grandchildren, Charles and Cassandra Hammel, 
Holly, Allyson, Shayne and Ryan Peterson, 
James Ault and Jake Bartlett, and Sarah Dye 
and Benjamin Peterson. In addition, Sue will 
be sadly missed by her first husband and 
friend, Charles Peterson Sr. and wife, 
Mildred, of Valley Cottage, N.Y.; by her 
beloved dog, Buffy; and her cat, Joe.

A memorial service will be held at a later 
date at Trinity Episcopal Church in 
Parkersburg, which will be announced. There 
will be a visitation with viewing from 4-8 
p.m. Wednesday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 
Fifth St., Parkersburg.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Robert Richard Lee

Parkersburg,WV

Robert Richard Lee, 69, of Parkersburg passed 
away Wednesday morning, Sept. 2, 2009, at his 
home.

He was born Nov. 27, 1939, in Wood County, a 
son of the late Charles E. and Georgia Belle 
Sams Lee. He was a long time employee of the 
Cloverdale Meat Packing Co. and had served in 
the U.S. Army during the Korean War time.

Surviving is his companion of 29 years, Sylvia 
A. Lee; and several nieces, nephews, great-
nieces and great-nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by brothers, Ray Lee, Earl Lee and 
infant Harry Lee; and a sister, Bertha Bush.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Lloyd Winans 
officiating. Burial will follow at the 
Pleasant Hill Cemetery on Lost Pavement Road. 
The visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today at 
the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Vera Belle Anthony

Parkersburg,WV

Vera Belle Anthony, 91, of Parkersburg passed 
away Thursday morning, Aug. 27, 2009, at 
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

She was born July 19, 1918, a daughter of the 
late David Johnson and Sylvia Lattimer Brown.

Vera was of the Baptist faith and had been 
employed with Scott's Landscaping and Dudley's 
Florist and Larkmead Florist as a designer. 
She was also an avid bingo player, an avid 
gardener, enjoyed fishing and loved the 
Atlanta Braves.

Surviving are two sons, David L. Anthony 
(Pheobe) of Parkersburg and Tim Anthony (Tonda 
Cottrill) of Parkersburg; five daughters, 
Janet Chapman of Etowah, Tenn., Judy Hicks 
(Harold) of Monticello, Ky., Sylvia Huddleston 
(Ted) of Benson, Ariz., Diane Behringer of 
Ozark, Ala., and Sharon of Las Vegas, Nev.; 
several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 
great-great-grandchildren; one brother, 
James "Sonny" Jones (Dee) of Mineral Wells; a 
sister, Stella Thompson of Parkersburg; and 
several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Luther Anthony in 
1988; and a brother, Holly Jones.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Scott Stewart 
officiating. Burial will follow at the 
Riverview Cemetery in Williamstown. The 
visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
Sunday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Myrtle Helen Foraker Proske

Austin ,TX

Myrtle Helen Foraker Proske, 82, went home to 
be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, Aug. 
19, 2009, in Austin, Texas.

She was born Feb. 1, 1926, in Giddings, Texas. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, 
Marie and Herman Kipp; her first husband, 
Charles Foraker; her second husband, Eberhard 
Proske; son-in-law, Gene Glass; sister, Alice 
Wood; brother, Richard Kipp; and twin 
granddaughters, Christina and Cassandra Basham.

She is survived by her daughter, Charlene 
Foraker Basham of Evansville, Ind.; son-in-
law, Ron Basham; grandsons, Nick (and his 
wife, Rebekah), Chris and Alex Basham and 
daughter, Sarah Glass of Austin, Texas; 
grandson, Matthew Glass; granddaughters, 
Rachel and Laura Glass; sisters, Pearlie 
Childress and Gracie Underwood; brothers, 
Ludwig and Roy Kipp; many nieces and nephews; 
and dear friends, including Geneva Proske, Art 
and Tina Boutin and Janice Faries.

Mrs. Proske was a "High Point Girl" of her 
12th grade class and served as the editor of 
the school paper, The Traveler. She was proud 
of her daughter, Charlene, and grandson, 
Chris, who later served as editors of their 
high school papers.

During World War II, Mrs. Proske worked for 
the Red Cross at Camp Swift, Texas, and later 
served as secretary to the captain in the 
message center, working with coding messages 
regarding troop movement. Mrs. Proske also 
worked for the Texas Legislative Service, The 
Parkersburg News and Sentinel, in the 
insurance industry, and for the Bureau of 
Public Debt. She retired from Borg-Warner 
Chemicals in Parkersburg prior to moving to 
Austin. In Austin, Mrs. Proske was a 
contributor and volunteer at the Old Bakery. 
During her time in Parkersburg, she served as 
PTA president for several years and was 
honored by the state organization for her 
service. She also served as a 4-H , Girl 
Scout, Junior Garden Club and Senior Garden 
Club Leader.

Mrs. Proske was the owner of "Update and 
Nostalgia," a craft shop in Parkersburg. She 
was an avid crafter throughout her life, 
winning many awards for her floral 
arrangements and crafts. She was called on 
frequently by friends and acquaintances to 
create floral arrangements for their homes, 
weddings, showers and other special events.

She was active in her church, serving in 
leadership roles with womens groups, as a 
Sunday School and VBS teacher, and many other 
service roles. Mrs. "Foraker" "Proske" and her 
husband founded Lighthouse Assembly of God 
with several other couples in the living room 
of their home. Mrs. Proske and her family 
opened their home to many prayer and Bible 
study groups, served as youth sponsors for 
many years and hosted many short term exchange 
students. Mrs. Proske was a faithful member 
and servant at Christian Center in Austin 
where she was honored at "Mother of the Year" 
in both 2001 and 2005 and attended Trinity 
Baptist Church later in life. Mrs. Proske was 
a believer and follower of Jesus Christ, 
devoting her life from an early age to His 
service through her daily witness, prayer, 
especially for the safe return of her 
grandson, Matthew, who served overseas in the 
Marine Corps, Bible study and service to 
others. Mrs. Proske's favorite saying and the 
way she lived her life, "I will do the best I 
can, with what I have today as unto the Lord".

There will be a funeral service today in 
Texas. Locally, there will be a graveside 
service at 11 a.m. Monday at Sunset Memory 
Gardens in Parkersburg. The Rev. Norman Butler 
will officiate.

There will be viewing from 10-10:45 a.m. 
Monday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, before proceeding to the cemetery.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Edwin Eugene Miller

Parkersburg,WV

Edwin Eugene "Ed" "Gene" Miller, 81, of 
Parkersburg, passed away Thursday, Aug. 13, 
2009, at the Willows Nursing Center.

He was born Aug. 5, 1928, in Parkersburg, a 
son of the late Russell Odell and Beatrice 
Jackson Miller.

Edwin was a member of the First Baptist 
Church, where he was a member of the Kelly 
Class and had taught Sunday School Class. He 
retired from Diamond Bathhurst Glass Company 
with 43 years of service, had worked for many 
years with Kimes Funeral Home and Ogdin-Kimes 
Funeral Home as an attendant, had also worked 
with Trans Distribution on Rosemar Road and 
was an avid WVU Mountaineer fan.

Surviving is his wife, Peggy A. Caplinger 
Wright Miller; two sons, the Rev. Larry Edwin 
Miller and his wife, Bonnie, of Parkersburg 
and Steven Carroll Miller and his wife, Karen, 
of Warsaw, Ind.; one daughter, Joyce Ann 
Patterson and her husband, Dan, of 
Parkersburg; his stepson, James Wright of 
Mineral Wells; his former wife, Joyce Wright 
of Williamstown; eight grandchildren, Holly 
Patterson, Stewart Patterson, Jimmy Wright, 
Jessica Wright, Joel Wright, Dawn Gray, Kerry 
Lemon and Jessica Miller; a great-
granddaughter, Alyssa Daugherty; two brothers, 
Homer Miller of Parkersburg and Clyde Miller 
(Sue) of Quinton, Va.; two sisters, Catherine 
Shawver of Williamstown and Eleanor Mays of 
Parkersburg; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his first wife, Phyllis Pyles Miller 
in 1978; two brothers, William and Curtis 
Miller; and two sisters, Genevieve Blankenship 
and Bonita Rhoades.

The funeral service will be 3 p.m. Sunday at 
the First Baptist Church on Market Street. His 
son, the Rev. Larry Miller and Pastor Richard 
McClure will officiate and burial will follow 
at Evergreen North Cemetery. The visitation 
will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg, and he will lie in state from 2-3 
p.m. Sunday at the church.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Alberta Kinney Baldwin

Washington,WV

Alberta Kinney Baldwin, 83, of Beeman Road, 
Washington, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, Aug. 
4, 2009, at her daughter's home.

She was born at Belleville, a daughter of the 
late Andy Ross Kinney and Lula Jane Smith 
Kinney.

Alberta was a member of the Lubeck Church of 
Christ, former member of Hopewell Church of 
Christ and was a homemaker.

Surviving are two sons, Lewis L. Baldwin Jr. 
(Pamela S.) of Parkersburg and William E. 
Baldwin (Phyllis J.) of Belleville; one 
daughter, JoAnn Baker (Robert) of Washington; 
six grandchildren, Joyce Schuler, Sheryl 
Fulmer, Michael Baldwin, Joshua Baldwin, 
Matthew Baldwin and Kathy Deter; 20 great-
grandchildren, Jennifer Schuler, Ashley 
Schuler, Tyler Ball, Jonathan Watson, Tayla 
Watson, Miranda Watson, Austin Watson, Alisa 
Deter, Cameron Deter, Sierra Miller, Elizabeth 
Baldwin, Sarah Baldwin, Alexis Deter, Brianna 
Deter, Shane Fulmer, Tyler Fulmer, Robbie 
Fulmer, Michael Fulmer, Mack Baldwin and 
Morgan Baldwin; one great-great-grandchild, 
Caitlyn Headley; one sister, Geraldine Emrick 
of Belleville; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband of 34 years, Lewis 
Lonzo Baldwin Sr. in 1979.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg. Evangelist Steve Fuchs will 
officiate and burial will follow at the 
Hopewell Cemetery. The visitation will be from 
2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Carolyn Sue Montgomery

Parkersburg,WV

Carolyn Sue Montgomery, 70, of Parkersburg, 
went home to be with her Lord Monday morning, 
Aug. 3, 2009. She was a patient at St. Frances 
Hospital in Charleston.

She was born July 6, 1939, in Parkersburg, 
only daughter of the late Scott L. and 
Ernestine Bennett Brown. Sue was a graduate of 
Parkersburg High School and had been an 
employee of the W.T. Grant Department Store 
and Brodia's Stone & Thomas as a buyer. She 
was a homemaker and member of Trinity United 
Methodist Church.

Surviving is her husband, John R. Montgomery; 
one son, Rick Montgomery and his wife, Kelli; 
one daughter, Terri Demeter and her husband, 
Bart, all of Huntington; two grandchildren, 
Andrew Scott Demeter and Stephanie Renee 
Demeter; two brothers, Robert (June) Brown of 
Little Hocking and David (Shirby) Brown of 
Myrtle Beach, S.C.; a brother-in-law, David 
(Diane) Montgomery of Vienna; a sister-in-law, 
Pat Montgomery of Parkersburg; and several 
nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by a nephew, Michael Brown.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Thursday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Dave Stilgenbauer 
officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
South Cemetery. The visitation will be from 2-
4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Melody Marie Cross Weekley

Parkersburg,WV

Melody Marie Cross Weekley, 53, of Parkersburg 
went home to be with the Lord July 31, 2009, 
at her home.

She was born March 13, 1956, in Wood County, a 
daughter of the late Ernest C. Cross and Donna 
Platt Cross Harris.

Melody was employed with Rubi's Italian Pizza 
and Restaurant on Seventh Street.

Surviving are two brothers, Karl L. Church Jr. 
(Christina) of Parkersburg and Brian Harris 
and his fiancee, Courtney Hoard, of 
Parkersburg; one sister, Kim Cross; and a 
nephew and two nieces that she dearly loved, 
Karl Church III, Haley Church and Hanah 
Broadwater.

She was preceded in death by an infant 
brother, Roger Kevin Harris.

There will be no funeral service, however, 
there will be a gathering of friends and 
relatives from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Kimes 
Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., Parkersburg. 
Burial of her ashes will be at a later date at 
Evergreen South Cemetery.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Mary Gwendolyn Mollohan

Parkersburg,WV

Mary Gwendolyn Mollohan, 82, of Parkersburg, 
passed away Thursday evening, July 23, 2009, 
at the Arbors of Marietta.

She was born Oct. 21, 1926 at Danese, W.Va., a 
daughter of the late John and Jessie Webster 
Hanshew.

Mary was a homemaker and enjoyed working 
puzzle books as a pasttime.

Surviving is her husband, Perry Orden Mollohan 
of Parkersburg and current resident of the 
Arbors; two sons, Perry Mollohan (Jennifer) 
and Michael Mollohan (Patricia), both of 
Parkersburg; two daughters, Carol Johnson 
(David) of Flower Mount, Texas, and Beverly 
Full (Paul) of Parkersburg; 12 grandchildren; 
seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Opie 
Hanshew and Gerald Hanshew, both of Danese, 
W.Va. ; and a sister, Vera Hanshew of Florida.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Edward 
Hanshew; and a sister, Glenna.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Tim Burch 
officiating. Entombment will follow at 
Evergreen Memorial Cemetery on Route 339 near 
Belpre. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. 
Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to the Mid-Ohio 
Valley Alzheimer's Association. Envelopes are 
available at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Joseph Junior "Joe" Belcher

Parkersburg,WV

Joseph Junior "Joe" Belcher, 86, of 
Parkersburg passed away July 23, 2009, at 
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

He was born June 12, 1923, at Ovapa, Clay 
County, W.Va., a son of the late Joseph and 
Julia Igo Belcher.

Joe was a graduate of Clay High School and 
attended the Broadway Baptist Church in 
Parkersburg. He retired from E.I. DuPont 
Washington Works with 39 years of service. He 
had served in First Army during World War II. 
He served at the Normandy Landing and had 
served in Paris, France, after the Paris 
Liberation and was a lifetime member of the 
VFW.

Surviving is his sister, Hattie Garrett of 
Vienna; five persons that he considered as his 
grandchildren, David Martin, Joe Martin, 
Kriston Hubler, Cathy Hart and Becky Leap; 
several great-grandchildren; nieces and 
nephews, Thelma Mull, Bill Henderson, JoAnn 
Morrison, Harlan Hensley, Kay Large, George 
Belcher Jr., Rondell Belcher, Joan Smith, 
Patsy Garrett, Wanda Wamsley and Glenda 
Diller; several great-nieces and nephews; and 
several cousins, including Kaye Jett (and 
friend, Jerry Plougher) and Jill Jett.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his life companion of 44 years, Wana 
Martin; six brothers, William "Billy" Belcher, 
Eddie Belcher, Ira Belcher, George Belcher, 
Charles Belcher and Virgil Belcher; and five 
sisters, Joda Butcher, Bessie Henderson, 
Blanche Porter, Violet Markle and Zelma Irene 
Parks.

The funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Monday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Don Yeager 
officiating. The visitation will be from 2-4 
and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial 
will be at the Belcher Family Cemetery in Clay 
County with graveside service at approximately 
4:30 p.m. Monday with military rites.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Jessie Elizabeth Kelly

Parkersburg,WV

Jessie Elizabeth Kelly, 89, of Parkersburg, 
passed away July 19, 2009, at the Worthington 
Manor Nursing Home.

She was born May 23, 1920, in Chickamauga, 
Ga., a daughter of the late Hence and Loudie 
Elizabeth Williams Bell.

Jessie was a member of the Cedar Grove United 
Methodist Church and had worked for the Wood 
County Board of Education as a secretary.

Surviving is her husband, Haven Dale Kelly; 
one son, Gary D. Kelly of Reno, Ohio; two 
daughters, Barbara Nonamaker (Don) of Vienna 
and Susan "Kathy" Stevens (Mark) of Port 
Charlotte, Fla.; six grandchildren, Elizabeth 
Kelly, Stephanie Williams, Jennifer Jones, 
Beth Knaus, Stacey Nonamaker and Todd 
Nonamaker; and three great-grandchildren.

The funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. 
Thursday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
Street, Parkersburg. The Rev. Brian Long will 
officiate. Private family committal service 
will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The 
visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at 
the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the 
Cedar Grove United Methodist Church or to the 
favorite charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Jackie Wayne Crites

Belpre,OH

Jackie Wayne "Jack" Crites Sr., 61, of Belpre 
passed away Sunday, July 19, 2009, in Kanawha 
County.

He was born Feb. 3, 1948, at Little Birch, 
W.Va., a son of the late Elmer and Audra Frame 
Crites. He worked construction as a carpenter 
and enjoyed playing pool and fishing. Jack 
lived his life in his own way, enjoying life 
to its fullest and loved spending time with 
his kids, grandkids and family.

Surviving is his wife of 40 years, Karen 
Riggins Crites; one son, Jackie Wayne Crites 
Jr. (Anna) of Belpre; one daughter, Carrie 
Crites McCoy of Belpre; five grandchildren, 
Anna Adams (Randy), Ian Blair, Joshua Crites, 
Jacob Harman and Lucas McCoy; two great-
grandchildren, Hunter and Gracie Adams; seven 
brothers, Caroll Crites of Cincinnati, Larry 
Crites of Hockingport, Alan Crites of 
Portland, Leon Crites of Belpre, Denver Crites 
of Canton, Robert Crites of Belpre and Donald 
Crites of Little Hocking; eight sisters, Levon 
Hall of Florida, Virginia Renner of New 
Martinsville, Charlotte Hall of Parkersburg, 
Barb Crites of Tuppers Plains, Rose Causey of 
Tuppers Plains, Sally Blake of Alabama, Kathy 
Crites of Parkersburg and Cindy Davis of 
Coolville; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a sister, Loretta "Juney" Crites.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. George Horner 
officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
Memorial Cemetery on Route 339 near Belpre. 
The visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
Wednesday and an hour prior to the service 
Thursday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Okey H. Blosser

Parkersburg,WV

Okey H. Blosser, 73, of Parkersburg passed 
away July 16, 2009, at the Arbors of Marietta.

He was born in Pocahontas County, a son of the 
late Ralph and Georgia Bowers Blosser.

Okey retired from Ohio Valley Building Supply 
as a truck driver.

Surviving is his son, Okey P. Blosser of 
Parkersburg; two stepsons, Denzil Wright 
(Earlana) of Parkersburg and Donnie Lott 
(Tammy) of Marietta; a stepdaughter, Patricia 
Toncray of Parkersburg; several 
stepgrandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren; 
one sister, Florence Reynolds of Belpre; and 
several nieces and nephews, including a 
special niece, Carla Wells (Brian) of 
Parkersburg.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lina 
Blosser; a brother, Harry Price; and an infant 
sister, Goldie Pearl Blosser.

There will be no funeral service. However, 
there will be a visitation with viewing from 2-
4 p.m. Sunday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
St., Parkersburg. His body will then be 
cremated.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Ronald E "Ron" Noe

Parkersburg,WV

Ronald E. "Ron" Noe, 65, of Parkersburg went 
home to be with his Lord, from his home late 
Tuesday, July 14, 2009, surrounded by his 
loving family.

He was born Sept. 7, 1943, at Welch, W.Va., 
the son of the late Robert L. and Alice V. 
Mullins Noe.

Ron was a member of the Fairlawn Baptist 
Church and had served in the United States Air 
Force during the Vietnam War. He retired with 
36 years of service with the Federal Aviation 
Administration in Washington, D.C., as manager 
of air traffic control. He had served as tower 
supervisor at Brownsville, Texas, and Topeka, 
Kan., and as tower manager at Grand Forks, 
N.D., and Sioux Falls, S.D., and had worked as 
an instructor at the Federal Aviation Academy 
in Oklahoma City, Okla. Ron was a member of 
the Masonic Lodge in Kansas, loved traveling 
and spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife of 46 years, Maude 
A. "Sue" Grimm Noe; two sons, Ronald E. Noe II 
(Michelle) of Ft. Worth, Texas, and 
Christopher L. Noe (Connie) of Topeka, Kan.; 
two daughters, Maude "Gaye" Jarvis (Bill) of 
Parkersburg and Alice "Mandy" McHale (John) of 
Magnolia, Del.; 11 grandchildren, Brittnie 
Noe, Whittnie Noe, Hailie Noe, Christopher 
Noe, Max Noe, Robert Noe, Justin Matherly, 
Noah McHale, Hunter McHale, Logan Ronald 
McHale and Kody McHale; three great-
grandchildren, Alexxias Matherly, Mason Noe 
and Kaylea Bryant; several nieces and nephews, 
including special nephew, Donnie Jones, and 
niece, Liz Hudson; his pet cat, "Miss Kitty"; 
and his dogs, "Lilly," "Daisy" and "Brutus."

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his sister, Pola Bishop.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. John Sallaz 
officiating. Entombment will follow at the 
Three Crosses Mausoleum of Sunset Memory 
Gardens with military rites provided by the 
American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg. The 
visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. today and 
from noon until service time Friday at the 
funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Juanita Arnott Simmons

Parkersburg,WV

Juanita Arnott Simmons, 90, of Parkersburg, 
passed away July 8, 2009, at the Wyngate 
Senior Community, following a long illness 
associated with diabetes complications.

She was born in Spencer, W.Va., Nov. 24, 1918, 
one of 12 children of the late Eustace and 
Blanche Gilpin Arnott.

Juanita had been an active member of Stout 
Memorial U.M.C. and appreciated the continued 
involvement of the church and its members 
during her illness. She had been actively 
involved in Parkersburg Woman's Club, Valley 
Rose Society, and had served in several 
leadership capacities in local and state 
garden clubs including president of the state 
garden club.

Juanita had many interests including oil 
painting, quilting and various crafts, but she 
is best remembered for the flower gardens that 
graced her yard. She gave plants, seedlings, 
and bouquets to those who stopped by or took 
them to those she visited.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-
law, Karen and Larry Hickman; five 
grandchildren and their spouses, Brian and 
Michelle Hickman of Parkersburg, Todd and 
Melissa Hickman of Upper Arlington, Ohio, John 
and Laura Simmons of Chapin, S.C., Jennifer 
and Matt Bullard of Lexington, S.C., and 
Jeffrey Simmons of Casey, S.C.; 11 great-
grandchildren that she loved dearly including 
Hannah, Henry, Claire and Emma Hickman; two 
brothers, Kenneth Arnott of Dunbar, W.Va., and 
Ralph Arnett of St. Albans, W.Va.; and many 
special nieces and nephews. She loved her 
extended family and especially enjoyed the 
yearly family reunion held in Spencer at the 
original Arnott family home.

Juanita was preceded in death by her husband, 
Edsel C. Simmons in December 1991; a son, R. 
Gary Simmons in March, 2004; three sisters; 
and six brothers.

The family would like to thank the staff of 
Wyngate Senior Living for the love and care 
they bestowed on Juanita while she lived 
there, to Carolyn Martino, her faithful 
caregiver, Dr. Vickie Cox, and Hospice who 
helped during her final weeks.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, 
at the Stout Memorial United Methodist Church 
with the Rev. Scott Sears officiating, Burial 
will follow at Parkersburg Memorial Gardens. 
Visitation will be held from 6-9 p.m. today at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, and one hour prior to services at 
the church.

Memorial donations should be made to the Stout 
Memorial United Methodist church.

Online condolences can be forwarded to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Paul Edwin Johnson

Mineral Wells,WV

Paul Edwin Johnson, 83, of Mineral Wells 
passed away July 3, 2009, at the Willows 
Nursing Center.

He was born April 1, 1926, in Wood County, a 
son of the late James Franklin Johnson and 
Olive Daugherty Johnson.

Paul was affiliated with the Big Tygart 
Baptist Church. He retired from Kaiser 
Aluminum with 30 years of service and was a 
U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He enjoyed 
roller skating, roller hockey and woodworking.

Surviving is his wife, Edna Louise Graham 
Johnson; one son, Daniel Alvin Johnson at 
home; two daughters, Sharon Weekley Walker and 
her husband, Carl, of Parkersburg and Judy 
Williams and her husband, Bud, of Mineral 
Wells; six grandchildren, Donald Mercer, Scott 
Mercer, Christopher Weekley, Patrick Dinnin, 
Aaron Dinnin and Amanda Vierling; 12 great-
grandchildren; one brother, Lewis Johnson of 
Mineral Wells; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a brother, the Rev. Herbert Dale 
Johnson; and an infant sister, Grace Johnson.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Rufus Hoalcraft 
officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens with military rites provided by 
the American Legion Post 15. The visitation 
will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the 
funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Shirley Marie Coates West

Parkersburg,WV

Shirley Marie Coates West, 65, of Parkersburg 
passed away July 2, 2009, at Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

She was born Dec. 3, 1943, at Xenia, Ohio, 
daughter of the late Paul Edward Coats and 
Charlette Marie Johnson Wilson and 
stepdaughter of the late Flavis Wilson.

Shirley was a former employee of the Guard 
Cleaners and was a homemaker.

Surviving is her son, Carl E. West II of 
Parkersburg; two daughters, Debra Ann Freeman 
and Theresa Midcap (Paul Jr.), all of 
Parkersburg; five grandchildren, Priscilla 
(Rusty) Blosser, Paul (Andrea) Midcap, Ricky 
Freeman, Carl West III and James (Leisah) 
Bailey; three brothers, Arlen Wilson in North 
Carolina, Anthony Wilson of Parkersburg and 
Clayton Wilson in California; and several 
aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl 
E. West Sr.; a daughter, Carla Jean West; a 
brother, Texas Wilson; and a great-grandson, 
Michael (Mikey) Midcap.

The funeral service for Shirley will be 2 p.m. 
Tuesday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Jerry Caplinger 
officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. 
Pleasant Cemetery at Mineral Wells. The 
visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time 
of service Tuesday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Lloyd Leo Rawson

Cavin Fork, Murraysville,WV

Lloyd Leo Rawson, 70, of Cavin Fork, 
Murraysville, W.Va., passed away unexpectedly 
on Thursday, July 2, 2009, at his home.

He was born Aug. 23, 1938, in Belleville, a 
son of Margie Nohe Rawson of Murraysville and 
the late Lloyd Lewis Rawson.

Leo retired with Gas Transport with 26 years 
of service, had served in Germany with the 
U.S. Army, was a member of the 
Ravenswood/Ripley FFA for 25 years, was a 
former member of the Pond Creek Volunteer Fire 
Department and attended the Christian Life 
Center of Parkersburg.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by 
his wife, Ruth Moore Rawson; two sons, Randy 
Rawson (Regenia) of Murraysville and Kevin 
Rawson (Amanda) of Ravenswood; five 
grandchildren, Pheobe and Sammy Rawson and 
Travis, Ethan and Cameron Rawson; a 
stepgranddaughter, Crissy Raines; two 
brothers, Roger Rawson (Karen) of Belleville 
and Andy Rawson (Pat) of Murraysville; and 
several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service for Leo will be 2 p.m. 
Sunday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Delton Smith 
officiating. Burial will follow at the Mt. 
Zion Cemetery at Belleville. The visitation 
will be from 2-8 p.m. today at the funeral 
home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Richard Lee "Dick" Rader I

Parkersburg,WV

Richard Lee "Dick" Rader I passed away to be 
with the Lord on June 27, 2009, at his home in 
Parkersburg at the age of 63.

He was born Nov. 30, 1945, in Parkersburg, a 
son of the late Daniel W. Rader and the late 
Alma J. Bostic York. He attended Parkersburg 
High School, was a U.S. Navy veteran and 
attended the Boaz Baptist Church. He owned and 
operated his own business, The Day By Night 
Janitorial and Lawn Service.

Dick was a supportive Parkersburg High School 
fan throughout the years and loved watching 
PHS football and baseball. He was an active 
member of the American Legion of Parkersburg 
and was a minister. He was a loving and caring 
husband, father and grandfather.

Surviving is his wife, Linda Midcap Rader; two 
sons, Richard L. II (Carol) Rader of Vienna 
and Randall A. Rader of Parkersburg; two 
daughters, Missy D. Rader Davis (Brian) of 
Belpre and Rebecca A. Rader Gibson (Alonzo) of 
Walker; one stepson, Greg Midcap (Lisa) of 
Vienna; eight grandchildren, Michael, 
Samantha, Brittany, Chelsie, Tyee, Raygan, 
Lindsey and Megan; six brothers and sisters, 
James Miller of Belpre, Jane Sparks of 
Florida, Okey Rader of Parkersburg, Garren 
Rader of Florida, Mary Katherine Cowan of 
Harrisville and Eric Rader of Utah; and 
several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his mother and father, he was 
preceded in death by a brother, Frederick 
Rader; and a sister, Patsy Rader.

Dick will be deeply missed by all who were 
acquainted with him.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Bob Alfred 
officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet 
Cemetery with military rites provided by the 
American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg. The 
visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
Tuesday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Earl Raymond Smitherman

Parkersburg,WV

Earl Raymond Smitherman, 85, of Parkersburg, 
departed this life at St. Joseph's Hospital 
surrounded by his family, on Father's Day, 
June 21, 2009, to be with his Heavenly Father.

Earl was born Feb. 2, 1924, at Peoria, in the 
Beaver Dam Township of Watauga County, N.C., a 
son of the late Harve Martin and Burlie L. 
Millsaps Smitherman formerly of Sugar Grove, 
N.C.

He retired from the American Viscose with 30 
years of service and G.E. Plastics with 10 
years of service. He was a U.S. Navy veteran 
of World War II, having served on the U.S.S. 
Liddle, a Destroyer Escort in the Pacific. He 
was a former member of the VFW, the American 
Legion and the Woodmen of the World. He also 
served as a volunteer fireman at Camden Avenue 
in the late 1940s and early 1950s.

Earl loved life and all of God's creations; 
the mountains, rivers, oceans, beaches, all of 
the outdoors, boating, fishing, hiking and 
camping. He loved working in the garden and 
yard with hard working hands now put to rest.

Surviving is his wife of 48 years, Beulah 
Wines Smitherman; three sons, Bobby R. (Janet) 
Smitherman of Gastonia, N.C., Michael D. 
(Karen) Smitherman of Smith Mountain Lake, 
Va., and Joseph Mark (Kelta) Smitherman of 
Belleville, W.Va.; stepchildren, Butch (Nancy) 
Brandt of Vincent, Ohio, Charles (Melanie) 
Brandt of Marietta and Sue (Tom) Eden of 
Vienna; 19 grandchildren, Randall Smitherman, 
Michelle Matthews, Kristie McMillen, Courtney 
McLain, Francie Smitherman, Lisa Perkins, Mick 
Wenmoth, Todd Wenmoth, Lori Wenmoth, Savannah 
Abbott, Tom Brandt, Samantha Stealey, Debora 
Deem, Tonda Deem, Tim Eden, Tom Eden, Charmel 
Wesel, Christopher Brandt and Chad Brandt; 33 
great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-
grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his brother, Wiley James Smitherman; 
his sister, Margaret Kathleen Childress; and 
two grandchildren, Shari Smith and 
William "Buddy" Brandt.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg. Pastor Ryan Brooks will officiate 
and burial will follow at Sunset Memory 
Gardens with military rites provided by the 
American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg.

The visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today at 
the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Paul Marshall Cochran

Parkersburg,WV

Paul Marshall Cochran, 84, of Parkersburg 
passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2009, at his 
son's residence in Parkersburg.

He was born May 4, 1925, at College Hill Road 
in the Harris District of Wood County, the son 
of the late Hubert E. and Alma Fankhouser 
Cochran.

Paul was a graduate of Parkersburg High School 
and attended Mountain State College. He served 
with the United States Marines, having been a 
veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He 
retired from the Parkersburg Fire Department 
in 1978 and retired from the Parkersburg 
Sanitary Board in 1989. He was also the owner 
and manager of the Edgelawn RV Park since 1972.

Paul was also a land surveyor and was a 
charter member and past president of the 
Little Kanawha Association of Land Surveyors, 
member of the Parkersburg Elks Lodge 198, 
lifetime member of the Disabled American 
Veterans, lifetime member of the Veterans of 
Foreign Wars, lifetime member of the 
Parkersburg American Legion Post 15, lifetime 
member of the Parkersburg Moose Lodge 1118, 
lifetime member of the AmVets and member of 
the NCO Club.

Surviving is his wife, Betty Hedge Cochran; 
two sons, Philip Cochran of Tampa, Fla., and 
Paul William Cochran and his wife, Kimberly, 
of Parkersburg; five grandchildren, Justin 
Cochran, Marisa Cochran and Evan Cochran, all 
of Parkersburg, Paxton Cochran of California 
and Summer Cochran of Morgantown; four 
stepgrandchildren, Thomas Smith of Rockport, 
Jessica and David Petty and Matthew Smith of 
Parkersburg; four great-grandchildren, Aurora 
Cochran of California and Anthony, Arianna and 
Aiden Petty of Parkersburg; one sister, Mary 
Lou Horner and her husband, Jack, of Veto, 
Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a sister, Doris Boone; and an infant 
son in 1956.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Rufus Hoalcraft 
officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens with military rites provided by 
the American Legion Post 15. The visitation 
will be from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral 
home, where the Moose Lodge will conduct a 
memorial service at 7:30 p.m.

The family has requested that memorial 
contributions be directed to the American Red 
Cross, 220 Eighth St., Parkersburg, WV 26101.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Alma Leslie Buskirk

Parkersburg,WV

Alma Leslie Buskirk, 77, of Parkersburg passed 
away June 15, 2009, at Camden-Clark Memorial 
Hospital.

She was born in Doddridge County, a daughter 
of the late Amos and Mabel Davis Morris. She 
had been a member of the VFW of Del Rio, 
Texas, and the Eagles.

Surviving are three sons, Charles Randy 
(Stephane Jean) Buskirk of South Charleston, 
Dana (Melissa) Buskirk and Jody Lee (Pam) 
Buskirk, all of Parkersburg; five daughters, 
Debbie Whitten (Patrick) of San Antonio, 
Texas, Rhonda Retzer (Gregg) Mandan, N.D., 
Joyce Gobeille (Gary) of Middleton, Mass., Ann 
Marie Barry (Patrick) of Reno, Nev., and 
Elizabeth Buskirk of Parkersburg; 32 
grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three 
sisters, Betty Bennett, JoAnn Fitzwater and 
Garnet Morris, all of Parkersburg; and several 
nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Charles Ira Buskirk; 
three brothers, Aubrey, David and Phillip 
Morris; and two sisters, Jacklyn Demastis and 
Kathryn McGee.

The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Kimes 
Funeral Home with Pastor Gene Waybright 
officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar 
Grove. The visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. 
Thursday at the funeral home.

Robert Harlan Chichester

Parkersburg,WV

Robert Harlan Chichester, 70, of Parkersburg 
passed away Friday evening, June 12, 2009, at 
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital after a battle 
with cancer.

He was born Jan. 3, 1939, in Parkersburg, to 
the late Violet Chichester Bauman. He just 
recently returned to Parkersburg after 
residing for 23 years in Bradenton, Fla.

He served with the United States Army from 
1959-1962. He had over 20 years experience in 
restaurant operations, having owned his own 
for a time. He was also employed by several 
car dealerships over the years.

He was a Methodist by faith and loved the 
Lord. He supported several outreach ministries.

Surviving is the love of his life and best 
friend, Linda Thirouin Chichester of St. 
Petersburg, Fla.; his son, Darren Scott 
Chichester of Las Vegas, Nev.; brothers, Carl 
Chichester (Janet) of Reedsville, Ohio, and 
Roy Bauman (Diane) of Croton, Ohio; sisters, 
Patty Hauger (Harold) of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, 
Betty Nesselroad of Parkersburg, Deborah Clark 
(Bruce) of Gambier, Ohio, Peggy Rector 
(Raymond) of Newark, Ohio, Tracey Harry 
(Edwin) of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, and Sue Saiter 
(Randy) of Bladensburg, Ohio; and many nieces 
and nephews.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in 
death by his stepfather, Wilbur Bauman; and a 
brother, Henry Scott Bauman.

In accordance to his wishes, his body was 
cremated. His family will host a celebration 
of his life at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 27, at 
the New Hope Baptist Church on Rosemar Road.

Kimes Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 
Parkersburg is assisting the family and online 
condolence messages may be sent to the family 
by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Douglas Phelps Hess Sr.

Vienna,Wv

Douglas Phelps Hess Sr., 81, of Vienna passed 
away Saturday morning, May 30, 2009, at Camden-
Clark Memorial Hospital.

He was born Aug. 13, 1927, in Marietta, a son 
of the late Whitney Andrew Hess and Barbara 
Louise Bardill Hess. He was a member of the 
Salvation Army and had served in the United 
States Army and the Air Force.

Early on, he studied piano and was a champion 
in Ohio at the age of 11. He then started 
playing other instruments, the clarinet and 
the tuba. He was active with Boy Scouts of 
America, having achieved the rank of Eagle 
Scout with two gold palms. After serving in 
the Air Force, he graduated from Ohio 
University with a B.S. Degree in education. 
His first job was band director at Beverly, 
Ohio, and for the next 25 years, he taught at 
many Washington County Schools. He also 
directed the Marietta College Band. In his 
spare time, he continued his musical career 
playing in musicals for the Actors Guild, 
playing bass in local clubs, playing clarinet 
in a polka band and playing piano at nursing 
homes.

Nearing retirement, he got involved in two 
local groups that he stayed with for the rest 
of his life. The summer concerts with the Doug 
Hess Band became a tradition in the 
Parkersburg area and the Doug Hess Orchestra 
played big band favorites at dances across the 
region, including the Big Band Brunch.

Doug also served as president of the local 
Musicians Union and was an officer and band 
director with the Parkersburg Salvation Army.

Surviving is his wife of 50 years, Lois A. 
Gant Hess; sons, Whitney Hess of Winfield, 
W.Va., Douglas Hess Jr. of Belpre and Nathan 
Hess of Marietta; grandchildren, Willow, 
Shannon, Gavin and Xander Hess; and a brother, 
Bardill Hess of Akron, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his brother, Lincoln Hess.

The funeral service for Mr. Hess will be 3:30 
p.m. Wednesday at the Kimes Funeral Home, 521 
Fifth St., downtown Parkersburg, where the 
Doug Hess Orchestra will play for their 
director one last time. Maj. Vernon Dolby will 
officiate and military honors will be provided 
by the American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg. 
The visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
today at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the 
Smoot Theater of Parkersburg.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Thelma Burgess
Charleston ,WV
Thelma Burgess, 91, passed away May 22, 2009, at the Arbors of Marietta. Kimes Funeral Home, Parkersburg, is assisting the family with cremation arrangements.

Doris Marie Strong Johnson

Parkerburg,WV

Doris Marie Strong Johnson, 65, of 
Parkersburg, passed away Thursday, May 14, 
2009, at Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

She was born July 5, 1943 in Wirt County, a 
daughter of the late Okey and Merle Fought 
Strong.

Doris was a 1962 graduate of Wirt County High 
School and was a Homemaker.

Surviving is a daughter, Kim Wright (Chris 
Hall) of Parkersburg; a son, Jeff Johnson 
(Mischa) of Parkersburg; and daughter, Jenny 
Johnson of Vienna; four grandchildren, Shelena 
Taylor, J.B. Studenic, Kenzie Johnson and 
Jyles Johnson; one great-granddaughter, 
Kailynn Taylor; three brothers, Russell and 
Roger Strong of Elizabeth and Donnie Strong of 
Mineral Wells; and a sister, Wilma Snider of 
Davisville; several nieces and nephews; and 
her beloved cat, "Ginger".

The funeral service will be held 1 p.m. 
Saturday at the Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth 
Street, Parkersburg. Rev. Melvin Boggs and 
Charles Linder will officiate and burial will 
follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

The visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Robert L "Bob" Armour

Parkersburg,WV

Robert L. "Bob" Armour, 66, of Parkersburg, 
passed away May 12, 2009, at Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

He was born Jan. 8, 1943 in Wood County, a son 
of the late James Joseph and Edith Gorman 
Armour. Bob was affiliated with the 
Blennerhassett Nazarene Church and retired 
from Walker Systems with over 39 years of 
service. When he was younger, he worked for 
Coca-Cola Bottling and Nestlers Market. He was 
a member of the American Legion of Parkersburg 
where he enjoyed going to the dinners and 
spending time with his friends there and was 
an avid PHS sports fan.

Surviving is his wife, Sharon L. Midcap 
Armour; one daughter, Brenda L. Hickman; and 
two grandchildren, David M. Hickman and Briana 
L. Hickman, all of Parkersburg; his brother, 
William "Billy" Armour; and two sisters, Jo 
Ann Keller and Donna Thorn (Bill), all of 
Parkersburg. He is also survived by an 
extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, 
in laws and friends.

The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg. Pastors Bob Kniley and Bob Alfred 
will officiate and burial will follow at Mt. 
Olivet Cemetery. The visitation will be on 
Saturday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and on Sunday 
one hour prior to the service.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Memorial contributions may be made to the 
funeral and burial expenses fund in honor of 
Bob, c/o the funeral home.

Edwin Ernst "Ed" Meisterhans

Parkersburg,WV

Edwin Ernst "Ed" Meisterhans Jr., 90, formerly 
of Lewis Avenue, Parkersburg, passed away May 
11, 2009, at the Parkersburg Care & 
Rehabilitation Center, where he has been a 
resident for the past few years.

He was born July 22, 1918, at Hamilton, Ohio, 
the son of the late Edwin Ernest Meisterhans 
Sr. and Ida Margaret Hintermeister Meisterhans.

Ed had formerly attended the First United 
Methodist Church. He retired in March of 1984 
with over 30 years of service as a sales 
representative with the Embalmers Supply 
Company in Westport, Conn. Ed had served in 
the U.S. Navy during World War II having been 
stationed in Sidney, Australia, and was a 
graduate of the Cincinnati College of Mortuary 
Science, where he later became a teaching 
instructor and was a member of the Nemesis 
Shrine.

He was an avid boater and fisherman, enjoyed 
gardening and for many years enjoyed visiting 
daily with his friends at the local Wendy's 
Restaurant.

Surviving are his son, Edwin E. "Trip" 
Meisterhans and his wife, Vicki, of 
Washington, W.Va.; two daughters, Sharon 
Perkins and her husband, Tim, in Middletown, 
Ohio, and Sandy Martin and her husband, Bill, 
of Parkersburg; six grandsons, John 
Meisterhans and his wife, Melissa, of 
Blanchester, Ohio, Adam Meisterhans of 
Kearneysville, W.Va., Bob Martin of Athens, 
Ohio, Eric Martin of Huntington, W.Va., Aaron 
Perkins and his wife, Becky, of Monroe, Ohio, 
and David Perkins of Trenton, Ohio; four great-
grandchildren, Sarah and Morgan Perkins and 
Andrew and Brooklyn; one niece; and one nephew.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his wife, Inez Maxine "Mickey" 
Cattell Meisterhans in 1994; and a sister, 
Lillian Schul.

There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. 
Thursday in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery in 
Parkersburg. The Rev. Dr. Timothy Allen will 
officiate and burial will follow. There will 
be visitation from 5-8 p.m. today at Kimes 
Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, Parkersburg.

Online condolence messages be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Virginia Geraldine Pickens

Parkersburg,WV

Virginia Geraldine Pickens, 90, formerly of 
Unity Plaza, passed away May 10, 2009, at 
Worthington Manor Nursing Home.

She was born in Jackson County, a daughter of 
the late Clifford and Lillie Boso Milhoan.

Virginia was a member of the Lauckport Baptist 
Church and was a homemaker.

Surviving are two sons, Harold Pickens (Melva) 
of Parkersburg and Ronald Pickens (Tink) of 
Powhatan, Va.; and several grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Roscoe Pickens; a son, Clarence Pickens; a 
brother, Ira Milhoan; and a sister, Merle 
Shafer.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. today at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Joe Ward officiating. 
Burial will follow at the Ravenswood Cemetery.

Frederick H. "Freddy" "Junior" Mayle

Vienna,WV

Frederick H. "Freddy" "Junior" Mayle, 69, of 
Vienna, passed away May 10, 2009, at the 
O'Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens, Ohio.

He was born Feb. 29, 1940, in Parkersburg, the 
son of the late Frederick H. Mayle Sr. and 
Juanita Violet Stephens Mayle.

He retired from Tri-State Roofing with 35 
years of service, served in the U.S. Army 
during the Vietnam War era, had been a member 
of the American Legion Post 15, was a member 
of the Local Labor Union 242 and enjoyed 
hunting and fishing.

Surviving is his wife, Joan Edgell Lemasters 
Mayle; several stepchildren and 
stepgrandchildren; several nieces and nephews, 
including a special nephew, Michael K. Martin 
of Vienna; and one sister, Cherie Shields 
(William) of Vienna.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a sister, Judy Randolph from Belpre.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Thursday at 
the Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg. Pastor Wesley Vernatter will 
officiate and burial will follow at 
Parkersburg Memorial Gardens with military 
rites conducted by the American Legion Post 
15. The visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 
p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Paul Gable Sandy

Parkersburg,WV

Paul Gable Sandy, 74, of Parkersburg passed 
away April 26, 2009, at Camden-Clark Memorial 
Hospital.

He was born June 26, 1934, in Wood County, a 
son of the late Neil Eugene and Nellie Joyce 
Brown Sandy.

Paul retired from DuPont with many years of 
service and had served in the United States 
Navy.

He is survived by his daughter, Payge Renee 
Clark; and his grandson, Justin Paul Wayne 
Yocum, both of Sierra Vista, Ariz. He is also 
survived by nieces, a nephew and cousins.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his wife, Patricia Ann Rader Sandy on 
Feb. 10, 2007; and a brother, Merlin Sandy.

It was Paul's request to be cremated and that 
there be no service or visitation.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com or cards 
may be sent to the family residence.

Cremation services are being provided by Kimes 
Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 521 Fifth 
St., Parkersburg.

William Thomas Knight

Parkersburg,WV

William Thomas Knight, 54, of Parkersburg died 
as a result of drowning during a boating 
accident on the Ohio River on Saturday, April 
25, 2009.

He was born Oct. 18, 1954, at Weston, W.Va., a 
son of the late Darrell Knight and Betty Lou 
Knight. He had formerly been employed with the 
Greenbrier Apts. as maintenance man and had 
served in the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his fiancee, Linda 
Carpenter; one daughter, Amanda Knight and her 
fiance, Dustin McDougal, and one son, William 
Thomas Knight II, all of Weston; three 
stepchildren; 18 grandchildren; two sisters, 
Geneva Knight of Weston and Johnie Marie 
McKinney of Dover, Del.; a nephew, Alexander 
Capel of Webster Springs; and a niece, 
Christina McKinney of Dover.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles 
Glen McHenry.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
North Cemetery with military rites provided by 
the American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg. 
The visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday 
at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com .

Lucille Corlene Carmichael

Belpre,OH

Lucille Corlene Carmichael, 88, of Belpre 
passed away Friday, April 24, 2009, at 
Marietta Memorial Hospital.

She was born May 29, 1920, at Lamberton, 
W.Va., the daughter of the late James Emory 
Moore and Elva Mable Tate Moore Welling.

Lucille was of the Protestant faith and was 
retired from Kaufman Lattimer Wholesale Drug 
Co. She was a former employee of the West 
Virginia Employment Services and was a former 
member of the DAV Ladies Auxiliary Post 6 and 
the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Post 34.

Surviving is a nephew, John (Cecelia) Wigal of 
Chattanooga, Tenn.; a niece, Joy (Jonathan) 
Wigal-French of Zanesville, Ohio; two great-
nieces, Janelle Wigal and Karis French; a 
great-nephew, Joel French; one stepsister, 
Edna (Roy) Wigal of Lebanon, Ohio; two 
stepsons, William K. Carmichael of Vero Beach, 
Fla., and Clyde Maynard Carmichael of 
Appomattox, Va.; several stepgrandchildren; 
and her special friends and caregivers, Dwayne 
and Jennifer Daggett of Belpre.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Clarence Carmichael 
in January 1997; a stepdaughter, Ruth Jean 
Gainer; and a brother, Bernard L. Moore.

The funeral service will be 3:30 p.m. Monday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Roy Wigal 
officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
North Cemetery. The visitation will be from 
1:30-3:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Myrtle Bernadine Milburn

Vienna,WV

Myrtle Bernadine Milburn, 90, of Pleasant View 
Towers, Vienna, passed away April 23, 2009, at 
St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was born Dec. 30, 1918, at Waverly, a 
daughter of the late Wade B. and Zena E. 
Wilkinson Lowther.

Myrtle was a member of the Faith Baptist 
Church in Vienna, where she had sung in the 
choir. She was a member of the Pleasant View 
Towers Association and had worked as a 
caregiver to the elderly and also had worked 
in childcare. She enjoyed working word search 
puzzles.

Surviving are two sons, Kenneth Milburn (Rosa) 
of Leesburg, Fla., and Robert Milburn of 
Waverly; five daughters, Sharon Watkins of 
Parkersburg, Donna Wilson (Roger) of Big Bend, 
W.Va., Betty Leonard (Roger) of Reedsville, 
Ohio, Barbara Lucas (Mike) of Parkersburg and 
Karen Cunningham (Gary) of Elizabeth; a 
stepson, Virgil Milburn of Martinsburg; a 
stepdaughter, Teresa Fisher of Freeport, Ill.; 
grandchildren, Mindy, Lisa, Melanie, Vernon, 
Judith, Jessy, Jenny, Justin, Roger II, 
Johnny, Michael II, Tonya, Robbie and Glendon; 
several stepgrandchildren; 11 great-
grandchildren; several stepgreat-
grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, Harold V. Milburn; a 
daughter, Carol Milburn; a stepson, Howard 
Milburn; two brothers, Denzil and Lloyd 
Lowther; and two sisters, Wilma Yoho and Opal 
Shahan.

The funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Monday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Jim Yoak officiating. 
Burial will follow at the Pleasant Grove 
Cemetery on Bull Run Road near Waverly. The 
visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Sunday and 
one hour prior to the service Monday at the 
funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Norma Jean Nesselrotte

Parkersburg,WV

Norma Jean Nesselrotte, 76, of Parkersburg, 
passed away April 23, 2009, at Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

She was born Sept. 28, 1932, in Parkersburg, a 
daughter of the late Clarence E. and Minnie 
Bell Uhl Anderson.

Norma had worked in the Meat Department of 
Harold's IGA as a meat wrapper and she enjoyed 
bowling and crochet.

Surviving is her daughter, Lillian K. Roush of 
Parkersburg; her granddaughter, Emily Jean 
Roush of Parkersburg; one brother, Clarence 
Anderson (Charlotte) of Parkersburg; three 
sisters, Pauline Adkinson of Phoenix, Ariz., 
Betty Scott and Shirley Schuler, both of 
Parkersburg; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Carriel Nesselrotte; a son, Roger E. 
Nesselrotte; an infant son; one grandson, 
Joshua L. Roush; two brothers, Everett 
Anderson and Harold Anderson; and four 
sisters, Beulah Anderson, Kathleen Burdette, 
Edna Gildow and Virgie Nesselrotte.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Ralph Tisdale 
officiating. Burial will follow at Mount 
Olivet Cemetery. The visitation will be from 2-
4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

William H "Bill" Gorrell

Parkersburg,WV

William H. "Bill" Gorrell, 84, of Parkersburg 
passed away April 23, 2009, at Camden-Clark 
Memorial Hospital.

He was born Aug. 20, 1924, at Ravenswood, 
W.Va., the son of the late Holbert and Blanche 
Mills Gorrell.

Bill retired from Krogers Grocery as a manager 
with 47-plus years of service. He was a U.S. 
Army veteran of World War II, attaining the 
rank of Corporal and was a recipient of the 
Purple Heart Medal. He bowled on the mixed 
leagues at Ren Dor Lanes and enjoyed NASCAR, 
hunting, especially rabbit hunting, and loved 
to raise roses in his flower gardens.

Surviving are four sons, Jon Gorrell (Joanne), 
Kim Gorrell (Lisa), Whit Gorrell and Todd 
Gorrell (Janice), all of Parkersburg; a 
daughter, Misty Lewis (Bob) of Parkersburg; 
grandchildren, Abby Johnson, Cody Gorrell, 
Anna Gorrell, Trevor Gorrell, Sidney Lewis and 
Chad Sloan; great-granddaughters, Paige 
Johnson and Taylor Sloan; two sisters, Ruth 
Rhodes of Ravenswood and Maralee Cogar of 
Milton, W.Va.; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his wife, Yvonne "Bonnie" Gorrell; 
and a sister, Emma Fern Gentry.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Roger Benson 
officiating. Entombment will follow at the 
Court of Ten Commandments of Sunset Memory 
Gardens with military rites conducted by the 
American Legion Post 15. The visitation will 
be from 2-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Memorial contributions may be directed to the 
Parkersburg Humane Society

Edna Pearl Miihlbach

Parkersburg,WV

Edna Pearl Miihlbach, 77, of Parkersburg, 
passed away April 22, 2009, at home.

She was born April 22, 1932, at Parkersburg, a 
daughter of the late Everett and Elsie 
(Keller) Seebaugh.

Pearl was a 1952 graduate of PHS, had been 
employed at CCMH and the Parkersburg Holiday 
Inn, and was a member of Grace Gospel Church 
and had attended Pleasant View Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband of 47 years, 
Clay; two sons, James (Teresa) and Ron 
(Penny), both of Parkersburg; two sisters, 
Barb Bargeloh (Wayne) and Myrtle Deems, both 
of Mineral Wells; three brothers, Tom Seebaugh 
(Iona) and Bob Seebaugh (Linda), both of 
Parkersburg, and Jim Seebaugh (Elaine) of 
Maine; seven grandchildren; and several nieces 
and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by one daughter, Cindy Miihlbach; and 
one son, David Miihlbach.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Roger Benson 
officiating. Burial will follow at the Mt. 
Pleasant Cemetery, Mineral Wells. The family 
will receive visitors from 2-8 p.m. Friday at 
the funeral home.

Online condolences can be sent to the family 
by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Catherine Laverne Piggott Steele

Pettyville,WV

Catherine Laverne Piggott Steele, 86, of 
Pettyville passed away Saturday morning, April 
18, 2009, at St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was born June 30, 1922, at Belleville, a 
daughter of the late Reuben L. and Nellie 
Whipkey Piggott. Laverne attended Grace Gospel 
Church, retired from the West Virginia 
Department of Health and Human Services and 
was a former employee of American Viscose. She 
was also a member of the Helping Hands 
Quilting Guild.

Surviving are three sons, David D. Steele 
(Connie) of Belleville and twins, Mark S. 
Steele (Cynthia) of Mineral Wells and Michael 
W. Steele (Tammy) of Williamstown; two 
daughters, Sharon Boone (Terry) of 
Williamstown and Connie Radcliff of 
Charleston; eight grandchildren, Jami Whicker, 
Megan Steele, Stacy Boone (fiance, Peter 
Filozof), Hannah Steele, Matthew Steele 
(Jennifer), Logan Steele, Alicia Perry (Shane) 
and Cody Steele; three great-grandchildren, 
Gracie and Dillon Perry and Joshua Steele; her 
twin sister, Ferne Anderson of Parkersburg; 
and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by her husband, John Edgar (Ted) 
Steele on April 3, 1991; a sister, 
Regina "Jean" Smith, wife of Lawrence Smith; 
and a son-in-law, David L. Radcliff.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Richard Eaton 
officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens. The family will receive 
friends and relatives from 4-8 p.m. Monday at 
the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com .

Memorial contributions may be made to the 
favorite charity of the donor's choice.

Cecil Burdette Hale

Parkersburg,WV

Cecil Burdette Hale, 62, of Parkersburg, left 
his home and the loving care of his wife and 
family to be in the presence of his Savior and 
Lord, Jesus Christ on April 16, 2009.

He was born Oct. 29, 1946, at Belleville, the 
son of Eythel M. Morriston Hale of Parkersburg 
and the late Wilson B. (Pete) Hale. Cecil was 
a member of the Old Country Church, where he 
served faithfully as superintendent for many 
years. He graduated from Parkersburg High 
School in 1965. Cecil spent most of his life 
driving tractor-trailer and as a mechanic. He 
was a mechanic, worked in the body shop and 
drove bus for the Wood County Board of 
Education. He was owner of both a garage and 
body shop, his own tractor-trailer and a dump 
truck business, CH Trucking. His life long 
dream was owning a dump truck. He served with 
the Army National Guard for over 10 years.

He dedicated his life to serving his Lord in 
any way that he could. Cecil loved bluegrass 
and gospel music and enjoyed bluegrass 
festivals and loved to sing in church. He 
spent many weekends and vacations in the 
mountains of West Virginia, camping and 
fishing. He had great memories of taking his 
sons every Friday night when they were growing 
up to the races and driving push truck. Cecil 
was loved and respected by everyone that knew 
him.

He was a very loving and devoted husband, son, 
father and grandfather. He will always be 
remembered by his quick smile and doing 
anything he could to help anyone in need.

Cecil spent the last six years fighting a very 
devastating disease called "Picks Disease" 
which affects only one in 100,000 people. He 
was at home in the loving care of his wife and 
family, nurses and homemakers from pro-carrers 
and West Virginia Central Aging and Housecalls 
Hospice. His wonderful doctors, Dr. Lance 
McCoy who helped us from the very start and 
Dr. David Butler who treated him with the best 
care until the end. Both doctors gave their 
special care and support to both Cecil and his 
family, also, Dr. Bill Johnson and Dr. Wayne 
Dunn. Our daughter, Shelly, who trained just 
to be able to help with his care, and the 
support of the Old Country Church with 
constant prayers, and the Camden-Clark 
Ambulance Service, the Parkersburg Fire 
Department and St. Joseph's Ambulance Service, 
who were always there when an emergency arose 
with much care and concern for Cecil's comfort 
and help and concern for the family also. And 
a very special caregiver, Linda McCumbers, 
that became like family to all of us. All 
these people are very much appreciated.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by 
loving wife and best friend, Patricia Freshour 
Hale; two sons, Kermit B. Hale (Sandra) and 
Kenneth W. Hale (Amber); one daughter, 
Richelle Lucas (Mart); three granddaughters, 
Kalina Cheyenne Wolf, Amanda Lynn Lucas and 
Mary Cathleen Hale, whom he treasured with all 
of his heart; one brother-in-law, Lawrence 
Thompson; and several nieces, nephews and 
uncles.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in 
death by his sister, Mary Ann Thompson; and 
several aunts, uncles and cousins.

The funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday 
at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastor Nathan Copen and 
Brother Jason Poling officiating. Special 
songs will be provided by Sharon Barker 
and "Heaven Bound." Burial will be at Sunset 
Memory Gardens. The family will receive 
friends and relatives from 6-8 p.m. today, 
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday and one hour 
prior to the service Monday at the funeral 
home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

John Kenneth Nestor

Parkersburg,WV

John Kenneth Nestor, 86, of Parkersburg passed 
away early Thursday morning, April 16, 2009, 
at his home.

He was born Jan. 17, 1923, at Belington, 
W.Va., a son of Willie T. and Goldie Thorne 
Nestor.

John retired from Monongahela Power Co. with 
22 years of service, was a service technician 
in the refrigeration and air conditioning 
business and he and his wife together owned 
and operated Nestor Realty for many years. He 
had served in the United States Army during 
World War II and was a member of the New Hope 
Baptist Church. He was a 50 plus year member 
of the Parkersburg Masonic Lodge A.F.&A.M. and 
the Ben Bay Grotto. He golfed with the Men's 
Senior golf league at Worthington Golf Course 
and he enjoyed bluegrass music, was an avid 
WVU Mountaineer fan and enjoyed hunting when 
he was younger.

Surviving is his loving wife, Hanna Ware 
Nestor; two sons, Jerry W. Nestor (Charlotte) 
of Vienna and W. Tom Nestor of Elkins; two 
daughters, Patty Smith (Joe) of Parkersburg 
and Kathy Marchal (Ted) of Parkersburg; 15 
grandchildren, Krista Nestor, Melissa Nestor, 
James Nestor (Chrissy), Tami Svacina (Brian), 
Sarah Hoosier (Dennis), Jason Nestor (Alicia), 
Blair Updike, Corie Updike, Tyler Nestor, Tate 
Summerfield (Ryan), Sam Smith (Holly), Andy 
Smith, V.J. Smith, Zane Marchal and Addie 
Marchal; 15 great-grandchildren; one brother, 
Alva B. Nestor in Maryland; and several nieces 
and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a son, John K. Nestor Jr. "Tack"; 
three grandchildren, Matthew Smith, Jack 
Nestor and John Nestor III; two sisters, Lila 
McCartney and Wanda Fuller; an infant brother; 
and two infant sisters.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. David Easter 
officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet 
Cemetery. Six of his grandsons will serve as 
pallbearers. The family will receive friends 
and relatives from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at 
the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Thelma Jean Hall Dent

Parkersburg,WV

Thelma Jean Hall Dent, 76, of the Parkersburg 
Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, 
formerly of 43rd Street in Parkersburg, passed 
away April 13, 2009, at Ruby Memorial Hospital 
in Morgantown.

She was born Sept. 6, 1932, in Wood County, a 
daughter of Nina Grace Sams Hall of 
Parkersburg and the late Clem Hall.

Thelma was a graduate of Parkersburg High 
School, member of the North Parkersburg 
Baptist Church, where she was active with the 
Friendship Kitchen Program, and retired from 
Ames Corporation with 23 years of service. She 
was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star 
at Littleton, W.Va. She loved to cook, bake 
and play Scrabble.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by 
two sons, Gregory Dent (Kyla) of Marietta and 
Brian Dent of Mineral Wells; two daughters, 
Gloria Sellers (Tim) of Parkersburg and Brenda 
Chambers (Mark) of Evans, Ga.; seven 
grandchildren, Staci Wyatt, Sheri Wyatt, Karly 
Wynn (R.J.), Shaun Dent, Kimberly Dent, 
Kathleen Dent and Nicole Dent; two 
stepgrandchildren, T.J. Sellers (Amber) and 
Bryan Sellers; two great-grandchildren, Alyssa 
Wyatt and Kilynn Wynn; two stepgreat-
grandchildren, Koen and Kayla Sellers; three 
sisters, Wanda Holbert of Pettyville, Shirley 
Dunbar (Gary) of Lubeck and Barbara Hoschar 
(Eugene) of Parkersburg; and several nieces, 
nephews and cousins.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in 
death by a brother, Harold "Buzz" "Bus" Hall.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Mr. Gary Murray will officiate 
and entombment will follow at Sunset Memory 
Garden's Three Crosses Mausoleum. The 
visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. 
Thursday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Memorial contributions may be made to the 
Friendship Kitchen in care of the North 
Parkersburg Baptist Church.

Everett B Meeks

Parkersburg,WV

Everett B. Meeks, 81, of Parkersburg, passed 
away April 3, 2009, at St. Joseph's Hospital 
in Parkersburg.

He was born Oct. 6, 1927, in Parkersburg, a 
son of the late William A. and Clara Mae 
Williams Meeks.

Everett was retired from the U.S. Navy with 22 
years of service and later retired from Fenton 
Art Glass with 25 years of service. He was a 
member of the VFW and the American Legion and 
enjoyed bowling, having bowled on leagues at 
Emerson Lanes for nearly 40 years.

Survivors include stepchildren, Leland H. 
Beall (Kay) of Parkersburg, Gloria Sams 
(Cecil) of Parkersburg and Terry Lynn Fluharty 
(Dan) of Davisville; former stepdaughter-in-
law, Mona Beall; grandchildren, Kristina 
Martin of Belpre, Robert Beall (Tricia) of 
Parkersburg, Heather Johns (Pete) of 
Davisville and Melvin Starcher Jr. of 
Nashville; great-grandchildren, Alexis and 
Jared Martin, Jamie Beall, Avery Johns and 
Cody Waller; one brother, Louis Meeks of 
Osage, Minn.; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by his wife, Ella N. Meeks on Dec. 1, 
2007; stepson, Melvin Starcher; grandson, 
James Bowles; brothers, Robert A. Meeks and 
Russell Meeks; and sisters, Julia Wentzel, 
Patsy Greenwalt, Norma Virginia Leach and an 
infant sister.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg. Pastor Calvin "Chuck" Ferrell 
will officiate and burial will follow at 
Parkersburg Memorial Gardens with military 
rites conducted by the American Legion Post 
15. The visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 
p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Joseph D. "Joe" Greathouse

Morriston,FL

Joseph D. "Joe" Greathouse, 69, of Morriston, 
Fla., formerly of the Parkersburg area, passed 
away at his home in Florida on Thursday 
morning, April 2, 2009.

He was born in Parkersburg, a son of the late 
Wade Jennings and Orza Lee Greathouse.

Joe was of the Baptist faith, had served as a 
police officer with the Parkersburg Police 
Department, had worked as a contractor in the 
Parkersburg area and retired from Skyline 
Mobile Homes in Florida.

Surviving is his wife, Toni Cooper Greathouse; 
sons, Joseph David Greathouse of Columbus, 
Ohio, and Wade Jennings Greathouse of 
Morriston; daughters, Jodi Saunier of 
Columbus, Dede Burnett of Mt. Olivet, Ky., and 
Tina Marie Richmond of Morriston; daughters-in-
law, Angelique Greathouse of Morriston and 
Ina "Jeannie" Archer of Ocala, Fla.; 10 
grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a 
brother, Edward Greathouse and his wife, Beryl 
Ann, of Mineral Wells; a sister, Ella Mae 
Caplinger and her husband, Pastor Jerry 
Caplinger, of Parkersburg; and several nieces 
and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by a son, Richard Archer.

The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with Pastors Jerry Caplinger and 
Lloyd Winans officiating. Burial will follow 
at Sunset Memory Gardens. The visitation will 
be from 2-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com .

Winifred Lucille Woodyard Kimes Garrison

Waverly,WV

Winifred Lucille Woodyard Kimes Garrison, 70, 
of Waverly, W.Va., passed away Monday evening, 
March 30, 2009, at St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was born July 12, 1938, in Wood County, a 
daughter of the late Earl and Clara Lockhart 
Woodyard.

Lucille was a member of the Pine Grove Baptist 
Church. She retired from the Wood County Board 
of Education as a custodian, having worked at 
Roosevelt, Martin, Waverly and Rayon schools. 
She had also worked as a mail carrier in Wirt 
County and mail carrier to the Wood County 
Airport.

Surviving is her husband, Ray Garrison; her 
son, Everett Eugene Kimes and his wife, Jayne, 
of the Lubeck area; her daughter, Cheryl Kimes-
Dotson and her husband, Frank, of Mansfield, 
Ohio; her stepson, Duane Garrison and his 
wife, Kristie, of Waverly; five grandchildren, 
Chris Kimes, Kim Moneypenny, Lacrisha Kimes, 
Cody Poole and Nelisha Garrison; four great-
grandchildren, Daden, Cheyenne, Montana and 
Chloee; one sister, Edna Belle Kemmner of 
Blennerhassett Heights; and several nieces, 
nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

The family would like to express special 
thanks to the family members and friends that 
helped care for her during her health 
struggles, especially over the past year.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded 
in death by four brothers, Dale, Okey, Robert 
and Everett Woodyard; and a sister, Virginia 
Dunn.

The funeral arrangements remain pending at 
this time due to another illness in the family 
and will be announced by Kimes Funeral Home, 
521 Fifth St., Parkersburg.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Ada Louise Mannozzi

Fowlerville,MI

Ada Louise Mannozzi, 87, of Fowlerville, 
Mich., formerly of Parkersburg, went home to 
be with her Lord on March 25, 2009. She passed 
away at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Michigan.

She was the daughter of the late William 
Andrew Wandless and Freda Bell Wandless. Ada 
was a graduate of Parkersburg High School, a 
homemaker and a member of the Sunrise Church 
of Christ.

She is survived by her husband, Tom Mannozzi; 
one son, David Lee Mercer (Maria) of 
California; one daughter, Donna Jean Cheney 
(Pete) of Michigan; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-
grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and 
eight nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her first 
husband, Harry C. Mercer; and a second 
husband, Larry Caponigro. five brothers, 
William Andrew Wandless, William Andrew 
Wandless Jr., Glen Harold Wandless, Herman 
Eugene Wandless and William S. "Billy" 
Wandless; five sisters, Gladys Virginia 
Wandless, Carrie "Polly" McFee, Freda 
Belle "Bea" Poyett, Betty Irene Beckett and 
Virgie Eleanor Callihan; and one daughter, 
Barbara Ann Borotkanic.

A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Monday at 
Kimes Funeral Home with Evangelist Steve Poyet 
officiating. A burial of ashes will be held at 
a later date at the Flatridge Cemetery, 
Cambridge, Ohio.

Online condolences may be sent to the family 
by visiting www.kimesfh.com

Marvin A McCoy

Parkersburg,WV

Marvin A. McCoy, 82, of Parkersburg passed 
away Saturday, March 21, 2009, at the Cedar 
Grove Personal Care Center.

He was born Aug. 14, 1926, in Wirt County, the 
son of the late Hurshel A. and Bertha J. 
(Lockhart) McCoy.

Marvin retired from B&O/Chessie Systems in 
1987 with 39 years of service.

Surviving is his wife of 62 years, Betty L. 
Sams (McDonald) McCoy; two daughters, Patricia 
A. Gunn and her husband, Kenneth, of 
Washington, W.Va., and Pamela S. Flittner and 
her husband, James, of Pinehurst, N.C.; four 
grandchildren, Julia L. Wright and her 
husband, Richard, of Grand Rapids, Mich., 
Jason E. Gunn and his wife, Robin, of 
Birmingham, Ala., and Kala L. Flittner and 
Jake A. Flittner, both of Pinehurst, N.C.; 
four great-grandchildren, Chloe and Ethan 
Wright of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Lindsay and 
Jill Gunn of Birmingham, Ala.; and a special 
niece, Barbara Comer of Mineral Wells.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by an infant son; and a younger brother, 
Ira A. McCoy.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg, with the Rev. Dwane Porter 
officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset 
Memory Gardens. The visitation will be from 2-
4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com .

Perry Hickman Jr.

Parkersburg,WV

Perry Hickman Jr., 71, of Parkersburg passed 
away Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at his home.

He was born Sept. 21, 1937, a son of the late 
Perry Hickman Sr. and Ethel Wright Hickman. He 
retired from Calvary Community Church in 
Belpre and Parkersburg Catholic School.

Surviving are two sisters, Reva Farrell of 
Ripley and Marie (Blonda) Casto of Ripley; 
several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and 
great-nephews; and his longtime girlfriend, 
Mary Huffman.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by brothers, Richard (Pete) Hickman and 
Jonnie Hickman.

There will be a graveside service at 2 p.m. 
Thursday at the Pine Hill Cemetery near 
Ripley. Pastor Doug Guinn will be speaking and 
burial will follow. The family will receive 
relatives and friends beginning at noon 
Thursday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth St., 
Parkersburg.

Charles Miller

PARKERSBURG,WV

Charles Miller, 61, of Parkersburg, went home 
to be with the Lord on March 12, 2009.

He is survived by his partner, Francis Null; 
sister, Susie Vires and her husband (Jerry) of 
Louisville, Ky.; daughter, Rebecca Patterson; 
a son, Charles "Chuckie" Miller of Zanesville, 
Ohio; several grandchildren; two half-
brothers, Eddie Miller and Timothy Miller of 
Florida; several nieces and nephews; and 
special cousins, Connie Backus and Laura Smith.

He was preceded in death by his father, Garnet 
Miller; mother, Myrtle Miller Gault; a 
brother, Garnie Ray Miller; a sister, Martha 
Lemley; and a half-brother, Garald Miller.

A memorial service will be held at a later 
date. Arrangements are being handled by Kimes 
Funeral Home and Cremation Services of 
Parkersburg.

Ernest Camden Hunt

Washinton,WV

Ernest Camden Hunt, 69, of Washington, W.Va., 
went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 23, 
2009, at the Ohio State University Hospital in 
Columbus following a brief illness.

He was born April 25, 1940, a son of the late 
Walter and Eulah Sayre Hunt.

Camden was a 43-year member of the Lubeck 
Church of Christ. He retired after 30 years of 
teaching with the Wood County School System 
and was working on his "PHD" for the last 15 
years as Pizza Hut Delivery on southside.

He was a loyal West Virginia Mountaineer fan 
and enjoyed following all of the local sports 
teams. He also enjoyed bowling on the 
Wednesday Senior League at Pike Street Lanes 
for the last 15 years.

Surviving is his wife of 43 years, Shirley Kay 
Lemley Hunt; two daughters, Rebecca (Becky) 
Gallagher (Roy) of Pataskala, Ohio, and Lisa 
Regester (Jeremy) of Erwin, Pa.; two 
grandchildren who were his pride and joy, 
Chase and Kaylynn Regester; one brother, Clair 
Fisher Hunt (Shirley) of Ripley; one sister, 
Nadine Tucker (Floyd) in Florida; a sister-in-
law, Evelyn Hunt of Evans, W.Va.; and several 
nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in 
death by two brothers, Carl and Robert Hunt, 
both of Evans; and three sisters, Agnes 
Morrison of Bremen, Ohio, Garnett Hunt of 
Evans and Mate Shinn of McCutchenville, Ohio.

The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at 
the Lubeck Church of Christ. Evangelists David 
Newberry and Steve Fuchs will officiate and 
burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens.

The visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Friday at 
Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, 
Parkersburg, and one hour prior to the service 
Saturday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the 
Erickson All Sports Facility in memory of 
Ernest Camden Hunt.

Online condolence messages may be sent to the 
family by visiting www.kimesfh.com