2007 Obits:W

2007 Elkins Intermountain Obituaries:W

Matthew Heston Wagner, 26, of Buckhannon, died Saturday, May 26, 2007, at his home.

He was born Sept. 6, 1980, at Natchitoches, La.

Matt is the son of Walter A. and Victoria Paige Spear Wagner of Buckhannon.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sons, Austin Gage Wagner of Pineville, La., and Zaden Lane Wagner of Buckhannon; and a sister, Kate Elizabeth Wagner of Buckhannon. In addition to his two wonderful sons, loving sister and proud parents, he is also survived by numerous friends and family members coast to coast.

Matt was loved by many and will be greatly missed. “Matthew was a sweet person and also a pain, but then again he is my brother,” said Kate.

There will be a memorial service to be announced at a later date. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 30 May 2007.

Robert Stanley Wagner, 84, of Buckhannon, died Wednesday, June 20, 2007, at his home.

He was born Dec. 4, 1922, at Buckhannon, a son of the late William Wesley Wagner and Lavina Dade Harris Wagner.

On July 4, 1922, he was married to Helen Ruth Wagner, who preceded him in death March 2, 2007.

Surviving are one daughter, Mary Lynn Vaughan and husband, Dennis; and two sisters, Kathleen Aul of St. Augustine, Fla., and Betty Pierce of Hastings, Fla.

In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Wagner was preceded in death by one daughter, Wilma Jean (Wagner) Wagner; three brothers, Clifford Wagner, Wilbert Boots Wagner and Raymond Wagner; and three sisters, Marie Wright, Jo Ann Thompson and Wanda Bennett.

He was a veteran having served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was the owner/operator of Robert Stanley Wagner Contracting and had built more than 85 homes in Upshur County. He was a member of Buckhannon Union Mission Church and a past member of Mount Olive United Methodist Church. He was also a lifetime member of Disabled American Veterans (DAV).

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home in Buckhannon. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 24, from the funeral home with the Rev. Dennis Estes officiating. Interment will follow in Heavner Cemetery at Buckhannon. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3663, Frank B. Bartlett Post 7, and DAV Chapters 5 and 36 will conduct military honors at the graveside. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. From 21 Jun 2007.

Seibert A. Wagner, 84, a longtime Windham, Ohio, resident, but currently residing in Garrettsville, Ohio, passed away at Regency in Ravenna, Ohio, on Tuesday, April 10, 2007.

Born April 25, 1922, at Belington, he was employed in the shipping department at Rockwell International for 30 years, retiring in 1976. He was a longtime member of the Windham American Legion Post 674. He enjoyed gardening and liked the outdoors and bird watching. He was a supportive father and a lifetime hard worker.

Seibert is survived by his son, Ronald (Jennie) Wagner of Windham, Ohio; daughters, Linda Vertrees of Warren, Ohio, Karen Wagner of Orlando, Fla., Sharon Wagner of Silver Spring, Md., and Mary Ann (Deane) Belden of Pittsburgh, Pa; a brother, Ralph; and a sister, Pearl Hershman of Lodi, Ohio; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Nancy (Atkins) Wagner; brother, Elvin; and sisters, Ethel Wilmoth and Mildred Wagner.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 27, at Windham Twp. Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, Ohio 44231. www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com. From 12 Apr 2007.

Robert Lee Waitkus, 64, of Coketon, departed this world Sunday, Feb. 18, 2007. He was a long-term resident of Cortland Acres Nursing Home at Thomas.

He was born May 18, 1942, at Coketon, the second of two sons of the late Alexander and Molly Korosec Waitkus.

He is survived by his brother, Dr. Alexander M. Waitkus of Virginia Beach, Va.; his daughter, Karen Marie Waitkus of Baltimore, Md.; one niece and two nephews, Pamela Ann, Alexander Paul and Mark Daniel Waitkus.

Bob graduated from Mountaineer High School in 1960. He attended college and earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering from West Virginia University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in Korea and Germany. He was employed by West Virginia Division of Highways. Bob was a lifelong member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Council 2010. He was a loving brother and a kind, gentle and generous man. The early onset of his debilitating illness prematurely took him from all who loved him. Rest in peace my kind brother and friend.

Friends will be received at Hinkle Funeral Home Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Father Timothy Grassi as celebrant. Hinkle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 20 Feb 2007.

Helen Ruth Walker, 82, a former resident of Camden Avenue, Buckhannon, and more recently of Nella’s Nursing Home in Elkins, died in Nella’s Nursing Home Friday, March 3, 2007.

Born Dec. 12, 1924, at Buckhannon, she was the daughter of Coleman C. and Freda Day Oldaker, both deceased.

Also preceding her in death were one brother, Burton Oldaker; two sisters, Augustine Green and Violet Thomas; and one daughter, Wilma Jean Wagner.

She is survived by husband Robert Stanley Wagner of Buckhannon, whom she married on July 4, 1944; by one daughter, Mary Lynn (Wagner) Vaughn and husband, Dennis, of Buckhannon; and one sister, Dorothy Hill of Marietta, Ga.

Mrs. Wagoner was a homemaker by profession. She attended the Buckhannon Union Methodist Church and was a member and past president of the Mount Olive WSCS.

Family and friends will be received for Helen Ruth Wagner between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Monday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home Inc. in Buckhannon.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home with the Rev. Dennis Estes officiating. Burial will take place in Heavner Cemetery in Buckhannon.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com From 3 Mar 2007.

Thomas F. Waller

Thomas Floyd “Tom” Waller Sr., 86, a resident of Riverview Drive, Elkins, departed this life Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2007, at his home. Death was unexpected.

Funeral Arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of Lohr & Barb Funeral Home for Thomas Floyd “Tom” Waller Sr. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 23 Nov 2007.

Thomas Waller Sr.

Thomas Floyd “Tom” Waller Sr., 86, a resident of Riverview Drive, Elkins, departed this life Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007 at his home. Death was unexpected.

He was born Wednesday, Aug. 17, 1921, at Flemington, a son of the late Curtis Coy Waller and Iowa Sally Wyckoff Waller.

On April 15, 1946, at Elkins, he was married to the former Mary Margaret Corley, who preceded him in death Sept. 19, 2002. Surviving are three grandchildren, Brian Thomas Waller of Grafton, Mass., Jennifer J. Medina of Milford, Mass., and Rebecca A. Iadarola of Grafton, Mass.; and five great-grandchildren, Kayleigh Rose Medina, Thomas Christian “Tommy” Waller, Nicholas Park Waller and twins Nora Grace and Matthew Park Thomas Iadarola.

Preceding him in death were one son, Thomas Floyd Waller Jr.; one brother, William R. Waller; and three sisters, Carolyn Lantz, Gertrude Douglas and Mary Leta Stenmark.

He attended the schools of Flemington and Elkins High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II at the invasion of Normandy. He had worked for Columbia Gas of West Virginia, from which he retired after 34 years, had been a Babe Ruth Baseball coach for many years and served on the Elkins City Council for over 25 years. He was a member of the board of directors for Davis Memorial Hospital for over 20 years, was a member of the Elkins Lodge 1135 BPOE, the H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion, the Tygarts Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Knights of Pythias, was a volunteer for the Randolph County Senior Center and attended the First Church of Christ. He was an avid golfer.

The family will receive friends at the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., today. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home chapel, Sunday, Nov. 25, at 2 p.m. Evangelist Gary L. Kendall Sr. will officiate and entombment will follow at the Mountain State Memorial Gardens Mausoleum at Gilman, where military rites will be accorded by members of the West Virginia Honor Guard. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Thomas Floyd “Tom” Waller Sr. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 24 Nov 2007.

Franklin McCoy Walls, 86, of Buckhannon, died Saturday, March 10, 2007, at his home while under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice.

He was born Nov. 17, 1920, at Gladesville, a son of the late Phillip Wesley and Arzella Mae McCoy Walls.

On June 29, 1951, he married Tressie Lee Scott, who preceded him in death March 3, 2001.

He is survived by one son, Larry Franklin Walls of Buckhannon; one daughter, Cassandra L. Martin and husband, Howard, of Volga; one brother, John W. Walls of Colorado Springs, Colo.; one sister, Kathleen Cleavenger of Buckhannon; one granddaughter, April Heintz of Aylett, Va.; one grandson, Michael Childers of Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska; two great-granddaughters, Kaylee Childers of Aylett, Va., and Mackenzie Childers of Elkins; a special nephew, Carl D. Walls of Dayton, Ohio; and several other nieces and nephews.

Mr. Walls was a clerk for the Selective Service Administration. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the 30th Infantry 119 Regiment Co. G. He was in Normandy, St. Leo and wounded in Northern France. He received the Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Europe, Africa-Middle East Ribbon-two Bronze Stars, American Campaign Medal, World War II Occupation Medal, Army Victory Medal World War II, Army Good Conduct Medal and France Liberation Medal. He was a charter member of Hodgesville Lions Club and a member of Buckhannon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3663, Pringle Tree Chapter 5 Disabled American Veterans, Military Order of the Purple Heart and Buckhannon Moose Lodge 598.

Friends will be received from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home Inc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, at the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Stackpole officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Lebanon Church Cemetery. Buckhannon VFW Post 3663, Frank B. Bartlett Post 7 American Legion and DAV Chapters 5 and 36 will conduct military honors at the graveside. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. From 12 Mar 2007.

June Marie Walters, 61, a resident of Beverly and a former resident of Hillside, Capitol Heights, Bowie, and Churchton, Md., before moving to Beverly, passed away at her residence Thursday, July 26, 2007.

She was born Dec. 18, 1945, at Washington D.C., a daughter of the late Samuel Moore and the late Julia Mundy Moore.

She is survived by her husband, James Ray Walters, whom she married on Nov. 9, 1963.

Also surviving are two brothers, Samuel Moore and Robert Moore, both of Waldorf, Md.; a brother-in-law, Jerry Walters and wife, Rita, of Delaplane, Va.; and sister-in-law Carol Rose and husband, Ronnie, of Ft. Washington, Md,; mother-in-law, Dorothy Walters of La Plata, Md.; stepmother-in-law, Doris Walters of Punta Gorda, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.

Also preceding her in death were two sisters, Jane Nowlan and Jean Phares.

June attended schools in Washington, D.C., and Prince Georges County, Md. She graduated from Central High School in 1963. She was employed by the Internal Revenue Service in Washington, D.C., as a statistician for more than 30 years.

Friends were received from 10 a.m. until noon Monday, July 30, at Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A. A Mass of Christian Burial was offered at 1 p.m. Monday from Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bowie, Md. Interment followed in Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, Md. Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A., 8125 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Owings, Md. 20736 was in charge of the arrangements. This announcement is through the courtesy of Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins for June Marie Walters. From 31 Jul 2007.

Margaret I. Moss Wamsley, 87, of Route 2, Buckhannon, died Thursday, April 19, 2007, in Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston.

She was born March 11, 1920, at Sand Run, a daughter of the late John W. and Eda S. Lantz Moss.

On Oct. 9, 1937, she married Winston Wendell Wamsley, who preceded her in death May 27, 1996.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Autry Wendell Wamsley; one grandson, Kurt Wendell Fumerola; and three brothers, Victor Moss, C. Ishmael Moss and L. Lairl Moss.

She is survived by three daughters, Sandra Kesling and husband, Raymond, of Buckhannon, Karen Fumerola and husband, JR, of Farmdale, Ohio, and Mateal Poling and husband, Matthew, of Buckhannon; one son, Eric W. Wamsley of Buckhannon; one grandson, Kevin Q. Fumerola of Farmdale, Ohio; four granddaughters, Mikaela, Mikenze and Mikinna Poling, all of Buckhannon, and Alaina Keeney of Cortland, Ohio; three great-grandsons, Taylor, Nathaniel and Liam Keeney, all of Cortland, Ohio; one great-granddaughter, Cecilia Keeney of Cortland, Ohio; and one sister, Susan Jean Osborn of Elkins.

Mrs. Wamsley was a homemaker. With a great dedication to civic duty and strong devotion to ecclesiastical service, Mrs. Wamsley demonstrated a long and altruistic record. She was the longest member of Nay’s Chapel United Methodist Church, the Ellamore Charge, where she held various offices and positions. She served as representative to district (Wesleyan) and annual West Virginia conferences of the United Methodist Church. At Nay’s Chapel, she served as Vacation Bible School director, Sunday school teacher and Sunday school convention officer. She was a graduate of Buckhannon-Upshur High school with the class of 1938. In civic life, she was a founding member of the local chapter of the Crippled Children’s Association (now renamed); member of Upshur County Republican Executive Committee; Strawberry Festival planning committee, during the 1950s; participant in Women’s Christian Temperance Union local activities; member of Upshur County Election Poll Board and employed by Nutrition Service for Upshur County Board of Education. She had fond conviction for the goals, mission and teaching of 4-H and Boy Scouts of America. She served as both 4-H leader and Upshur camp advisor and was a 4-H Charter and All Star member. She further served as a Boy Scout den mother.

Friends will be received today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Alan Neal of the Troy Charge officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Union Church Cemetery in Mt. Union. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 20 Apr 2007.

Norma Elaine Wamsley, 74,, a resident of Route 1, Beverly, passed away at 10:05 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at her residence.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins for Norma Elaine Wamsley. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com From 9 May 2007.

Norma Elaine Barrickman Wamsley, 74, a resident of Route 1, Beverly, passed away at 10:05 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at her residence.

She was born May 8, 1933, at Mill Creek, a daughter of the late Lewis Morgan and Beatrice Arvita White Kelley Barrickman.

She was married to Clarence Newton Wamsley, who survives.

Also surviving are a son, Charlie Wamsley and wife, Glenda, of Belington; a daughter, Betsy Arbogast and husband, Steve, of Belington; grandchildren, Rochelle Golden of Elkins, Kristie Arbogast of Petersburg, Morgan Wamsley of Savannah, Ga., Ty Wamsley and Stacy Hartman of Philippi and Taasha Wamsley of Morgantown; two great-grandchildren, Damien Golden of Philippi and Davyn Wamsley of Philippi; three brothers, Dana Barrickman and wife, Marjorie, of Dailey, Carroll Barrickman of Barberton, Ohio, and William Kelley and wife, Margaret, of Buckhannon; a sister, Cordella Horan of Ashville, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Georgetta Swecker and husband, Raymond, of Lynchburg, Va.; and 18 beloved nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her mother-in-law, Erma E. Hogan Wamsley; brother, Emmett Barrickman; sisters, Bernadine Feathers and Shirley Jean Zavatsky; nephew, Anthony Strawder; and sisters-in-law, Dorothy Barrickman and Laverna Barrickman.

Norma attended Homestead School and graduated form Tygarts Valley High School. She was a member of Cass Chapter No. 124 Order of the Eastern Star, Huttonsville Rebekah Lodge 103, Lady Templars of Pilgrim Commandery 21 and Elkins Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America. She was also a member of Beverly United Methodist Church, Dailey Valley Bend CEOS and Randolph County CEOS. Mrs. Wamsley was postmaster for 37 years at the Monterville Post Office.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday at Tomblyn Funeral home in Elkins. Cass Chapter 124 Order of the Eastern Star will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. Friday from the funeral home chapel followed at 7:45 p.m. by a memorial service conducted by Huttonsville Rebekah Lodge No. 103. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 12, from the funeral home chapel with Pastor Robert Baer officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain State Memorial Gardens near Gilman. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice Care Corp., P.O. Box 760, Arthurdale, W.Va. 26520. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Norma Elaine Barrickman Wamsley. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 10 May 2007.

Norma Elaine Barrickman Wamsley, 74, a resident of Route 1, Beverly, passed away at 10:05 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at her residence.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral home in Elkins. Cass Chapter No. 124 Order of the Eastern Star will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. today from the funeral home chapel followed at 7:45 p.m. by a memorial service conducted by Huttonsville Rebekah Lodge No. 103. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 12, from the funeral home chapel with Pastor Robert Baer officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain State Memorial Gardens near Gilman. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice Care Corp., P.O. Box 760, Arthurdale, W.Va. 26520. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Norma Elaine Barrickman Wamsley. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 11 May 2007.

Jane L. Ward

John L. Ward, 65, of Thurman Ave., Buckhannon, died Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007, at St. Joseph’s Hospital.

He was born March 17, 1942, in Morgantown, a son of the late Herbert and Dorothea Hicks Ward. He was united in marriage on April 3, 1959, to Patty Bragg Ward who survives.

In addition to his wife he is also survived by three daughters, Kimberly and husband, Tim Burtner, of Sanibel, Fla., Judy Queen of Buckhannon, and Vanessa and husband, Rodney Smith, of Tallmansville; six grandchildren, Brad Powers, Amanda Mick, Tiffany Phillips, Brian Smith, Jennifer Smith and Cody Queen; and two great-grandchildren, Leah Bykofsky and Seth Elders. One half sister, Debby Hicks of Stafford, Va., also survives.

He was preceded in death by one daughter, Donna Lynn Ward; and one half brother, Mark Ward.

John was a member of the Buckhannon Moose Lodge 598 of Buckhannon and was a Methodist by faith.

At the request of the deceased, he was cremated. Memorial services will be conducted on Sunday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m. at the Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel with Pastor Wayne Smith officiating. Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.heavnerandcutright.com. From 17 Nov 2007.

Charles Ware

Charles William Ware Sr., 64, of Valley Bend, passed away Friday morning, Sept. 28, 2007, in the Davis Memorial Hospital emergency department.

He was born March 25, 1943, at Junior, a son of the late Chester Edward Ware and the late Virginia Osborn Bostick.

Surviving are one son, Charles “Bill” Ware Jr. of Beverly; two daughters, Dawn Ware and Mrs. Brennon (Crissy L.) Webley, all of Beverly; one half-brother, Robert Ware of Belington; three sisters, Cora Mae Pharis, Judy Pharis and Nancy Pharis, all of Belington; three half-sisters, Carol Bostick of Ohio, Linda Coberly and Kate Ware, both of Montrose; and three grandchildren, Jeremy Wymer, serving with the U.S. Navy on the USS Nassau LHA-4, and Morgan and Scott Webley of Beverly.

Also preceding him in death were a grandson, Dylan Kreps; and two brothers, Junior Ware and Virgil Ware Sr.; and his stepmother, Verna Jean Ware.

Mr. Ware was employed as an edger operator for Coastal Lumber prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Christian Church of Elkins.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be under the direction of the Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins for Charles William Ware Sr. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Rosenbaum Family House, P.O. Box 8228, Morgantown, W.Va. 26506 in memory of Mr. Ware. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Charles William Ware, Sr. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 29 Sep 2007.

Charles W. Ware Sr.

Mr. Charles William Ware Sr., 64, a resident of Valley Bend, passed away Friday morning, Sept. 28, 2007, in Davis Memorial Hospital emergency department.

He was born March 25, 1943, at Junior, a son of the late Chester Edward Ware and the late Virginia Osborn Bostick. Surviving are one son, Charles “Bill” Ware Jr. of Beverly; two daughters, Dawn Ware and Mrs. Brennon (Crissy L.) Webley, all of Beverly; one half-brother, Robert Ware of Belington; three sisters, Cora Mae Pharis, Judy Pharis and Nancy Pharis, all of Belington; three half-sisters, Carol Bostick of Ohio, Linda Coberly and Kate Ware, both of Montrose; and three grandchildren, Jeremy Wymer, serving with the U.S. Navy on the USS Nassau LHA-4 and Morgan and Scott Webley, of Beverly.

Also preceding him in death were a grandson, Dylan Kreps; two brothers, Junior Ware and Virgil Ware Sr.; and his stepmother, Verna Jean Ware.

Mr. Ware was employed as an edger operator for Coastal Lumber prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Christian Church of Elkins.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Julie Miller officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain State Memorial Gardens near Gilman. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Rosenbaum Family House, P.O. Box 8228, Morgantown, W.Va. 26506 in memory of Mr. Ware. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Charles William Ware Sr. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com From 1 Oct 2007.

Darley B. Ware

Darley B. Ware, 84, a resident of Valley Head, passed away at 6:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, 2007, in Elkins Regional Convalescent Center.

He was born May 18, 1923, a son of the late Dixie Harland and Alice Mary Channell Ware.

He had never married.

Mr. Ware had made his home with his brother and niece, Grady Ware and Mary Alice McAtee of Valley Head.

He is also survived by a brother, Dixie Monroe Ware and wife, Genia, of Tallmadge, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Also preceding him in death were brothers, Delbert H. Ware, Richard Paul Ware and Jeremiah B. Ware; two infant brothers; and three sisters, Nellie G. Ware, Elva A. Ware McAtee and Reta P. Ware Swecker.

Mr. Ware was a farmer and a shepherd and received several awards. He received the following achievement awards: 1976 Progress Award of Farmers‚ Home Administration of Randolph County, 1978 Progress Award of Sheep Farming of Randolph County; 1979 Progress Award West Virginia Highland Project; 1990 Farmers‚ Recognition Award and the 1990 West Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Award. Darley loved sheep farming and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was devoted to his family and to his Lord and Savior, his God.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, from the funeral home chapel with Pastor Terry A. Burgess officiating. Interment will follow in Valley Head Cemetery. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Darley B. Ware. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com From 20 Nov 2007.

Darley B. Ware

Darley B. Ware, 84, a resident of Valley Head, passed away at 6:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, 2007, in Elkins Regional Convalescent Center.

Friends called from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. today from the funeral home chapel with Pastor Terry A. Burgess officiating. Interment will follow in Valley Head Cemetery. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Darley B. Ware. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 21 Nov 2007.

Florence S. Ware

Florence S. Ware, 88, of Adrian, died Sunday, July 22, 2007, in Heartland of Clarksburg.

She was born Dec. 9, 1918, at Frenchton, a daughter of the late George Ira and Emma Kearns Sanders.

She was preceded in death on Dec. 28, 1994 by her husband, Albert L. Ware.

She is survived by one daughter, Betty Thomason of Clarksburg; one granddaughter, Debra Kay and husband, Donnie Bonner, of Adrian; one grandson, Martin Lee and wife, Karen Thomason, of Clarksburg; six great-grandchildren and one sister, Betty Mae Rowan of Vermillion, Ohio.

She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Foran Sanders and George I. Sanders Jr.; three sisters, Novel Ward, Mildred Noto and Donice Sanders; and one son-in-law, Roy Thomason.

Mrs. Ware was retired from Upshur County Board of Education where she was employed as a teacher’s aid and cook. She was a member of Adrian United Methodist Church.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 25, at the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery at Hinkleville. Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. From 24 Jul 2007.

Fred L. Ware Sr.

Fred Lyle Ware Sr., 83, a resident of Valley Head, departed this life Thursday morning, Oct. 18, 2007, at his home.

He was born Tuesday, June 24, 1924, at Valley Head, a son of the late Wilson Lyle Ware and Ada Snyder Ware.

On May 19, 1943, at Ashland, Ky., he was married to the former Mary Dott Reed, who preceded him in death June 23, 2003.

Surviving are two sons, Rodger Ware and wife, Terri, of Parsons and Fred L. Ware Jr. and wife, Patricia, of East Dailey; one sister, JoAnn Spencer of Payson, Ariz.; two sisters-in-law and caregivers, Janice Stotts and Martha Reed, both of Valley Head; nine grandchildren, Fred L. Ware III and wife, Anitra, of Clarksburg, Paul Ware and wife, Robin, of Morgantown, Justin Ware of Franklin, Aubrey and Coy Ware, both of Oakland, Md., Kristi Houze and husband, Robert, and Brett Tyler Ware, all of Sunman, Ind., and Jessica and Hunter McCourt, both of Parsons; and one great-granddaughter, Olivia Ware.

Preceding him in death were one brother, Howard Ware; and three sisters, Ina Mae Channell, Betty Beale and Peggy Dumire.

He attended the schools of Valley Head and was a graduate of Tygarts Valley High School with the class of 1942. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during World War II at Hawaii, having worked on the clean up team following Pearl Harbor. He was a coal miner, having worked for the Island Creek Coal Co. at Bayard for nearly 30 years, owned and operated the Gormania Trading Post, a furniture stripping and antique business for 15 years and was a member of Mount Storm Lions Club.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. On Sunday, Oct. 21, Mr. Ware will be moved to Valley Head United Methodist Church, where final rites will be conducted at 2 p.m. The Rev. Robert L. Baer Sr. and the Rev. William Sullivan will officiate and interment will follow in Valley Head Cemetery at Valley Head, where the H.W. Daniel’s Post 29, American Legion, and the Tygarts Valley Post 3647, Veterans of Foreign Wars, will conduct full military rites. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Fred Lyle Ware Sr. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 19 Oct 2007.

Fred L. Ware Sr.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today. On Sunday, Oct. 21, Mr. Ware will be moved to Valley Head United Methodist Church, where final rites will be conducted at 2 p.m. The Rev. Robert L. Baer Sr. and the Rev. William Sullivan will officiate and interment will follow in Valley Head Cemetery at Valley Head, where the H.W. Daniel’s Post 29, American Legion and the Tygarts Valley Post 3647, Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct full military rites. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Fred Lyle Ware Sr. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 20 Oct 2007.

Howard Duane Ware, 76, a resident of Beverly, passed away at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2007, in Davis Memorial Hospital.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be under the direction of Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins for Howard Duane Ware. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 12 Mar 2007.

Howard Duane Ware, 76, a resident of Beverly, passed away at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2007, in Davis Memorial Hospital.

He was born March 6, 1931, at Beverly, a son of the late Dale and Maudie J. Chenoweth Ware.

Also preceding him in death was his lifelong companion, Mary Marstiller.

Surviving are five children, Mary Ann Oliver of Bradenton, Fla., Ronald E. Marstiller of Columbus, Ohio, Donald C. Marstiller of Elkins, Charlie A. Marstiller of Beverly and Debbie S. Pierce of Cleveland, Ohio. Two brothers, Farrell Ware of Pesotum, Ill., and Darrell Ware of Dailey; three sisters, Elaine Thomas of Reno, Nev., Judy Helmick of Las Vegas, Nev., and Jewell Simon of Elkins; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild also survive.

Duane was a proud veteran having served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. He was a self-employed painting contractor for 35 years having retired in 1990. Duane loved and lived life to its fullest. He enjoyed spending time with his family and laughing with his grandchildren. He had many stories to tell from the “Good Ole Days.” He loved to go to the city park in Elkins and listen to the music on Wednesdays at “Picking in the Park.”

Duane was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends. His compassion and knowledge for the outdoors have spilled over into his children and grandchildren and so on. Duane was a rare and exceptional fly fisherman. Family and friends who knew him best would see Duane and Charlie along the river or in the woods, doing what they loved best. He loved to spoil his dearest daughter, Debbie, with love. She will always be Daddy’s little girl. He will be remembered as a true icon of his family. His laughter, honesty, honor and his love will be forever missed but not forgotten.

Friends may call from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 14, from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Leon Brown officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain State Memorial Gardens near Gilman where members of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars will present the American flag. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Howard Duane Ware. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 13 Mar 2007.

Howard Duane Ware, 76, a resident of Beverly, passed away at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2007, in the Davis Memorial Hospital.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 14, from the Tomblyn Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Leon Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the Mountain State Memorial Gardens near Gilman where members of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars will present the American flag. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Howard Duane Ware. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 14 Mar 2007.

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Durrett Ware, 87, a resident of 805 Brown Ave. in Belington, departed this life 11:15 a.m., Monday, April 9, 2007, at her home. She had been in declining health for quite some time.

She was born Dec. 13, 1919, at Belington, a daughter of the late Oscar B. and Ocie Tallman Durrett.

On April 3, 1937, she was united in marriage to Forrest F. Ware, who preceded her in death in 1987.

Mrs. Ware is survived by two sons, Richard Forrest “Bear” Ware and wife, Shirley, of Philippi and Eddie Charles Ware of Belington; five grandchildren, Eric Ware, Terri Kittle, Dawn Ware, Chuck Ware and Daniel Ware; and nine great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, June Ware and husband, Leo, Jean Bunner and Pauline Loar, and husband “Bus,” all of Belington.

She was preceded in death by one grandson, Richard Dale Ware; and one sister, Dorothy Thacker.

She attended the schools of Barbour County, was a 1937 graduate of the Clarksburg Beauty Academy, was co-operator along with her husband of The Forrest Ware Planning Mill in Belington. She was the owner and operator of Mary’s Beauty Shop in Belington for 65 years and was the longest licensed practicing beautician in the state of West Virginia. She was a former member of Tygart Valley Rebekah Lodge 181, a member of the Ladies Encampment Auxiliary of Philippi and a member of Concord United Methodist Church.

Friends will be received at Talbott Funeral Home in Belington from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11, and on Thursday until 11 a.m. at which time she will be moved to Concord United Methodist Church where friends may call from noon to 1 p.m., the funeral hour. Final rites will be conducted by the Rev. Destry Daniels. Interment will follow in Concord Cemetery. Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Durrett Ware. From 10 Apr 2007.

Mason Lee Ware, 66, of French Creek, Laurel Fork Community, died Thursday, Sept. 6, 2007.

He was born Feb. 13, 1941, in Upshur County, a son of the late Coleman Y. and Rosa Nell Tenney Ware.

Surviving are his spouse, Judy Marteney Ware, who he married Dec. 19, 1980; one daughter, Lesia Small of Kesling Mill; five sons, Tom Ware of Childers Run, Mason B. Ware of Kesling Mill, Edward Ware of Laurel Fork, Jesse Ware of Texas and Brian Ware of Laurel Fork; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mavis Small of Kesling Mill, Norma Jean Fultineer of Parkersburg and Rosalea Cutlip of Buckhannon; and two brothers, Joe Ware of Grand Camp and Frank Ware of Laurel Fork.

Also preceding him in death were one son, Scott E. Ware; one brother; and three sisters.

He attended the Ingo Community Church.

Viewing will be Tuesday, Sept. 11, at Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel from noon to 2 p.m., the service hour, with the Rev. Don Elmer officiating. Interment will follow in Upshur County Memorial Park. Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements for Mason Lee Ware. From 8 Sep 2007.

Nelson D. Ware, 94, a resident of French Creek, died Friday, May 18, 2007, at Nella’s Nursing Home in Elkins.

He was born April 14, 1913, at Hodam Creek, a son of the late Homer and Ethel Pugh Ware.

He was married to the late Lovie Pearl Ware.

Mr. Ware is survived by five grandchildren, Tim Pugh of French Creek, Shawn Pugh and wife, Cindy, also of French Creek, T.J. Ware of Bruceton Mills, Nikkie Demlow and husband, Tom, of Ohio, and Tammy Brown and husband, Kenney, of Hacker Valley; and four great-grandchildren, Rhiannan Demlow, Asasha Brown, Shirilea Demlow and Shawn Pugh II.

He was preceded in death by one son, Delmas “Shorty” Ware; and one daughter, Lela Pugh.

Viewing will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, May 21, at the funeral chapel with Pastor David Jessie officiating. Interment will follow in French Creek Memorial Gardens. Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements for Nelson D. Ware. From 19 May 2007.

Rodney M. Ware

Mr. Rodney Mark Ware, 46, a resident of Elkins, departed this life at 2:35 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, at his home.

He was born Sept. 14, 1961, at Philippi, the son of William H. “Bill” Ware and Dorothy Smith Ware, who survive at Belington.

On Oct. 18, 2003, at Belington, he was united in marriage to the former Lori J. Gruss who survives at their residence in Elkins.

In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Ware is survived by one sister, Melissa Hunt and husband, Mike, nephew Tyler Hunt and niece McKenzie Hunt, all of Radford, Va.; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Andy and Jane Gruss of Latrobe, Pa. Also surviving are three brothers-in-law; three sisters-in-law; 17 additional nieces and nephews; and four aunts and four uncles.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Woodrow and Ada Smith; his paternal grandparents, Howard and Kermith Ware; and one infant nephew, Logan Alexander Hunt.

Mr. Ware attended the schools of Barbour County and was a graduate of Philip-Barbour High School with the class of 1979.

At the time of his death, he was employed by Tri-County Electric Co. Inc., for 27 years and held the position of president of the company. He was an American Cancer Society Relay for Life participant, YMCA board member, participant of the Habitat for Humanity, was a Knight of the Golden Horseshoe and had an honorary degree from the University of Hard Knocks. Mr. Ware was an honorary member of the Belington Fire Department where he was on the dive team. He was a member of the National Fire Protections Association, and the West Virginia Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors, and a member of the First Baptist Church of Elkins.

At the request of the deceased, his remains will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at the First Baptist Church in Elkins with the Rev. Dr. Marvin Parli officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care Corp., P.O. Box 760, Arthurdale, W.Va. 26520. The Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Rodney Mark Ware. Condolences may be expressed to the family at talbottfuneralhome.com. From 13 Oct 2007.

Rodney M. Ware

Mr. Rodney Mark Ware, 46, a resident of Elkins, departed this life at 2:35 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, at his home.

At the request of the deceased, his remains will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at First Baptist Church in Elkins with the Rev. Dr. Marvin Parli officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Hospice Care Corp., P.O. Box 760, Arthurdale, W.Va. 26520. Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Rodney Mark Ware. Condolences may be expressed to the family at talbottfuneralhome.com. From 18 Oct 2007.

James R. Warner

James Russell Warner, 70, of Buckhannon, died, Thursday, July 19, 2007, in Peninsula Regional Medical Center.

He was born Nov. 25, 1936, at Buckhannon, a son of the late Amos Warner and Georgia Nora Lanham Warner.

On Oct. 26, 1967, he was married to Judith Ann Leonard Warner, who survives at Buckhannon.

Also surviving are two daughters, Christy L. Collins and husband, Andrew, of Salisbury, Md., and Heather L. Warner of Buckhannon; one son Eugene "Beaver" Warner and wife, Kimberly, of Wheeling; four granddaughters, Abigail Collins, Alyssa Collins and Elizabeth Collins, all of Salisbury, Md., and Stephanie Warner of Wheeling; three grandsons, Michael James Collins of Salisbury, Md., C.J. Warner and Sean Warner, both of Wheeling; and four brothers, Denzel Warner of Dallas, Richard Warner of Wheeling, Eugene Warner of Panama City, Fla., and Paul Farnsworth of Wheeling.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Marie Warner.

He was a truck driver for Premier Tank Lines, a former coal miner and a member of United Mine Workers of America. He was a Christian by faith.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 24, at the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Stackpole officiating. Interment will follow in Buckhannon Memorial Park at Buckhannon. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. From 23 Jul 2007.

Mary Ann May Warner, 75, of Hagerstown, Md., died Jan. 14, 2007, in Washington County Hospital at Hagerstown, Md.

She was born Jan. 3, 1932, at Macksville, a daughter of the late Homer A. May and Arvella Harper May.

She was married to Charles Jones Warner, who preceded her in death Feb. 14, 1997.

Surviving are one daughter, Kelly Ann Sarno and husband, Dennis, of Hagerstown, Md.; one son, Charles Jones “C.J.” Warner Jr. and wife, Sally, of Waynesboro, Pa.; six grandchildren; and one sister, Betty Jo Caliguire of Riverton.

She attended Riverton Elementary schools and was a 1950 graduate of Fort Ashby High School. She was a retired employee of Washington County schools, having been secretary to the principal of Fountain Rock Elementary School for most of her 30 years of employment.

The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with the Rev. William Harisfield officiating. Interment will follow in North Fork Memorial Cemetery at Riverton. Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin is in charge of the arrangements. From 16 Jan 2007.

Nelda Irene Lambert Warner, 79, a native of Randolph County, a former resident of Baltimore, Md., and since 1981, a resident of Clermont, Fla., departed this life Sunday, Jan. 28, 2007, in Westminister Care at Clermont.

She was born Monday, Dec. 26, 1927, at Wymer, a daughter of the late Russel Lambert and Ella Wilfong Lambert.

During December 1947, she was married to Veryl Forrest Warner, who preceded her in death July 23, 2002. Surviving are two brothers, James S. Lambert of Clermont, Fla., and Russel Lambert Jr. of Ponce Inlet, Fla.; one sister, Carol Bigbee of Clermont, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.

Nelda was a homemaker and a Presbyterian.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins on Saturday, Feb. 3, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Janet S. Jenkins will officiate and interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery at Job. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Nelda Irene Lambert Warner. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 31 Jan 2007.

Nelda Irene Lambert Warner, 79, a native of Randolph County, a former resident of Baltimore, Md., and since 1981, a resident of Clermont, Fla., departed this life Sunday, Jan. 28, 2007, in Westminister Care at Clermont.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins Saturday, Feb. 3, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Janet S. Jenkins will officiate and interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery at Job. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Nelda Irene Lambert Warner. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 2 Feb 2007.

Ruby K. Warner

Ruby Katherine Warner, 79, of Riverton, died Oct. 23, 2007, in Grant Memorial Hospital in Petersburg.

She was born Dec. 25, 1927, at Riverton, the daughter of the late Wilbur “Bill” Phares and Millie Margaret Propst Phares.

She was married to Golden Edward “Pete” Warner, who preceded her in death Dec. 12, 1999.

Surviving are one daughter, Dora Jean Harper and husband, Elwood, of Riverton; four grandchildren, Samuel and Lisa Harper of Franklin, Adam and Cieyra Harper of Riverton, Matthew and Jenny Harper of Franklin and Sarah and Steve Nottingham of Circleville; five great-grandchildren; and one brother, Grover Phares of San Diego, Calif.

She was also preceded in death by five brothers, Stanley, Harold, Hansel, Wilber and Edmund.

She was a 1946 graduate of Circleville High School. She was a retired supervisor and manager of Franklin Garment Co. and a member of Riverton United Methodist Church.

The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Barbara Rexroad officiating. Interment will follow in North Fork Memorial Cemetery at Riverton. Memorial contributions may be made to Riverton United Methodist Church. Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin is in charge of the arrangements. From 24 Oct 2007.

Lucille Marie Watring, 87, of Thomas, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2007, peacefully at her home with her loving children at her side.

She was born Nov. 9, 1919, at Thomas, a daughter of the late Ralph Lewis DePollo Sr. and Mary Mae Wenck DePollo.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George Martin “Bud” Watring, in 2000; also, one brother, Ralph DePollo Jr.; and two sisters, Helen DePollo and Dorothy Mae DePollo.

Survivors include one son, David and Frances Watring of Hertford, N.C.; two daughters, Mary Lou and Dennis Beke of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Carol and Mike Helmick of Thomas; one sister, Gertrude and Richard Wilson of Virginia Beach, Va.; eight grandchildren, David, Michael, Dawn Marie, Brian, Jim, Jeff, Michelle and Amanda; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Lucille was a lifelong member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and St. Thomas Rosary Altar Society.

Friends will be received at Hinkle Funeral Home Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Rosary service will be at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 13, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Father Timothy Grassi as celebrant. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Thomas Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 27, Thomas, W.Va. 26292. Hinkle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 11 Jun 2007.

Kayla Elizabeth Watson, 7, a resident of Elkins, passed away Tuesday morning, July 10, 2007, in Davis Memorial Hospital.

She was born March 3, 2000, at Elkins, a daughter of Roger L. Watson and Elizabeth Hyre Watson of Elkins.

Also surviving are two brothers, Michael and David Watson, at home; maternal grandparents, Ron and Patty Hyre of Elkins; and paternal grandparents, Roger E. and Debbie Watson of Belington. Her maternal great-grandparents, Bob and Loretta Hart; paternal great-grandparents, Joan and Vance Cross; paternal great-grandmother, Dessie Watson; aunts and uncles, Christina Hyre, Tommy and Rochelle Watson and Misty and Dwayne Poling; and several cousins also survive.

Kayla was a student at Third Ward Elementary School and loved musical toys.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 14, from the funeral home chapel with Evangelist Gary L. Kendall Sr. and the Rev. A.H. Belt officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Elkins. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that contributions be made to Third Ward Elementary School, in care of the Trainable Class, 111 Nathan St., Elkins, W.Va/ 26241, in memory of Kayla. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Kayla Elizabeth Watson. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 12 Jul 2007.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 14, from the funeral home chapel with Evangelist Gary L. Kendall Sr. and the Rev. A.H. Belt officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Elkins. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to Third Ward Elementary School, in care of the Trainable Class, 111 Nathan St., Elkins, W.Va. 26241, in memory of Kayla. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Kayla Elizabeth Watson. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 13 Jul 2007.

Friends were received Friday at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. today from the funeral home chapel with Evangelist Gary L. Kendall Sr. and the Rev. A.H. Belt officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Elkins. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to Third Ward Elementary School, in care of the Trainable Class, 111 Nathan St., Elkins, W.Va. 26241, in memory of Kayla. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Kayla Elizabeth Watson. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 14 Jul 2007.

Edith G. Waugh

Edith Gray Riley Waugh, 73, of S. Florida St., Buckhannon, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, at her home under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice following a long illness.

She was born Feb. 17, 1935, at Kanawha Head, a daughter of the late Kiah and Ivy (Pritt) Riley and was a member of Independent United Brethren Church in Buckhannon.

Throughout her retirement, she worked with the Upshur County Senior Companion program where she enjoyed helping others.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willis Waugh, in 1983; two infant sons, Stephen James and Phillip Monroe; one sister, Gladys Cook; and one brother, Russell “Bud” Riley.

She is survived by her only, loving and devoted daughter, Sherry Diane Williams and husband, the Rev. Michael Williams, of Princeton; three grandchildren, Chad Williams and wife, Hillary, Justin Williams and Jenna Snavely and husband, Seth, all of Princeton; one great-grandson, Logan Williams of Princeton; three sisters, Maxine Herrington and Geneva Williams of Kanawha Head and Carol Ward of Mansfield, Ohio; three brothers, Billy “Sonny” Riley of Flatwoods, Jerry “Buck” Riley of Cleveland and Dana “Punk” Riley of Cleveland; and several nieces and nephews that will always cherish her memory.

The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Heavner & Cutright Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at the funeral home with the Rev. Junior Harris officiating. Interment will follow in Rice Cemetery at Eden. A special thanks to sisters, Carol Ward and Geneva “Sis” Williams for their continuous loving care and devotion who remained at her side. Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.heavnerandcutright.com . Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. From 11 Oct 2007.

John Carl Waugh, 86, a resident of Buckhannon, died Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2007, at his home.

He was born March 20, 1920, at Sago, a son of the late Dewey Waugh and Georgia Crites Waugh.

He was united in marriage on July 10, 1948, to Retha B. Williams Waugh, who preceded him in death Dec. 18, 2006.

Mr. Waugh is survived by one daughter, Shirley Hudak of Buckhannon; one grandson, John Paul Hudak of Buckhannon; one sister, Sue Douglas of Freedom, Pa.; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by one brother, Lee Waugh.

Mr. Waugh was a steel worker for the American Bridge Co. He was a member of the Buckhannon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3663. He was a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Friends will be received at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home at Buckhannon Sunday, Feb. 4, from noon to 2 p.m., the funeral hour, with Pastor Beryl McKisic officiating. Interment will follow in Pleasant Dale Church Cemetery in Selbyville. Members of the VFW Post 3663, Frank B. Barlett Post 7 American Legion, Disabled American Veterans Chapters 5 and 36 will conduct military honors at the graveside. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 1 Feb 2007.

Cecil Waybright, 76, of Franklin, died Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007, in Pendleton Nursing Home.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Waybright Family Cemetery at Cherry Grove with Pastor Carl Tribett officiating. Memorials may be made to Pendleton Nursing Home, P.O. Box 700, Franklin, W.Va. 26807. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Kimble Funeral Home in Franklin. From 12 Jan 2007.

Grace Weatherholtz

Grace Weatherholtz, 89, of Lahmansville, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2007, at her home.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Shaeffer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at Shaeffer Funeral Home with the Rev. Stanley Kile officiating. Interment will follow at Weatherholtz Family Cemetery in Lahmansville. From 25 Oct 2007.

Ernest “Ernie” S. Weaver Jr., 58, of Buckhannon, died Saturday, Aug. 25, 2007, in Louis A. Johnson V.A. Medical Center in Clarksburg,

He was born Sept. 18, 1948, at Cumberland, Md., a son of the late Ernest S. Weaver Sr. and Romana Spangler Weaver.

On Sept. 13, 1987, he was married to Barbara A. Kesling Weaver, who survives at Buckhannon.

Also surviving are three daughters, Brooke Weaver of Georgia, Jamie Workman and Missy Winneberger, both of Buckhannon; three sons, Ernerst S. “Sammy” Weaver III, Ronnie Winneberger and Robert Winneberger, all of Buckhannon; 14 grandchildren; and one brother, Gerald “Dick” Weaver of South Carolina.

He was a truck driver and Methodist by faith. He was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3663, member of Buckhannon Moose Lodge 598, Elks Lodge 1736, Hooters Club, Frank B. Bartlett Post 7 American Legion and the Eagles Lodge. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during Vietnam and received two Purple Hearts.

Friends will be received at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home Tuesday, Aug. 28, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.,the funeral hour with the Rev. Calvin McCutcheon officiating. Buckhannon VFW Post 3663, Frank B. Bartlett Post 7 American Legion and Disabled American Veterans Chapters 5 and 36 will conduct military honors and Buckhannon Elks Lodge 1736 will conduct funeral rites during the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com From 27 Aug 2007.

Fredrick L. Weaver, 60, of Maple Run Community, Thornton, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2007, at his residence.

He was born on Jan. 31, 1947, in Grafton, a son of the late Percy Weaver and Hattie (Boyce) Weaver.

Mr. Weaver is survived by one son, Rick Weaver of Grafton; one daughter, Amanda L. Weaver of Baltimore, Md.; two brothers, Percy Weaver Jr. and wife, Margaret, of Ripley and Leroy Weaver and wife, Joyce, of Baltimore, Md.; seven sisters, Esther Adams, Helen Wilson, Elizabeth Sullivan and husband, Bill, Dottie Moats and husband, Mason, all of Grafton, Wilma Jean Davis and husband, Paul, of Independence, Freda Taylor and husband, Howard, and Dorothy Honsberger, both of Baltimore, Md.; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, Donn James Weaver; five brothers, Howard, Leon, Harold, John Thomas and Charles Raymond “Peanut” Weaver; and one sister, Anna Lee Weaver.

Mr. Weaver was a mechanic for a sheet rock company in Baltimore, Md., for six years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a Protestant by faith.

Donald G. Ford Funeral Home of Grafton is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Weaver. There will be no visitation at the funeral home as it was the request of Mr. Weaver to be cremated and a memorial service to be conducted at a later date in his memory. From 12 Sep 2007.

Donald Eugene Webster, 70, died Monday, Feb. 5, 2007, at his home in Jacksonville, Fla.

He was born in Cassity on Oct. 31, 1936, to the late Charles B. and Anna Mae Sandusky Webster of Belington.

Donald is survived by two daughters, Patricia Pecora of Palm Harbor, Fla., and Teresa Dobrov; and three grandsons, Ryon Webster, Tyler Maddox and Garrett Maddox, all of Atkinson, N.H. He also is survived by his former wife, Phyllis Webster of Tarpon Springs, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Ruth M. Zirkle of Belington; and brothers, William E. Webster and Charles A. Webster.

Donald was a former electrician and a coal miner in West Virginia.

His cremation took place in Jacksonville, Fla., and a memorial will be held in his home state of West Virginia later this year with details to follow. From 14 Feb 2007.

Etta J. Weese

Etta J. Vance Weese, 86, of Riverton,died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2007, at her home.

The family will receive friends today from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Schaeffer Funeral Home in Petersburg. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, at Schaeffer Funeral Home with Elder Richard Warner officiating. Interment will follow at Huffman Family Cemetery at the home place. From 24 Oct 2007.

Our loving brother, uncle and friend, Fay Weese, departed this life peacefully surrounded by his family and caregivers in the early morning hours of June 25, 2007. Fay had been ill for several months, receiving care at his home on 605 Brown Ave. in Belington from a devoted group of special ladies who assured that his last days were full of laughter and love.

Mr. Weese was born Dec. 29, 1919, at Mt. Liberty community in Barbour County, a son of the late Harold “Pappy” and Ethel Booth Weese.

He had never married but was preceded in death by a very special friend and companion, Irene England, also of Belington.

Mr. Weese is survived by two brothers, Arnold Weese and wife, Patty, of Belington and Luther Weese and wife, Connie, of Belington; three sisters, Irene Ensminger of Roanoke, Va., Ruth “Tootsie” Mitchell and Nina Lee Allen and husband, Bud, of Belington. Also surviving are five devoted nieces and nephews who were a large part of his life, Lamarr Weese, Cheryl Kelley, Shon Weese, Lisa Ferguson and Traci Furby. His loving care givers, Blanche Price, Kim Summers, Sue Vest, Julie Price, Colleen Bartlett and Maddie Kelley, all provided kind tender care during his last months. Several other nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six brothers, Norman “Bus” Weese, Grant “Dick” Weese, Garfield Weese, Bill Weese, Homer Weese and Eugene “Bunny” Weese; and sister, Erma; as well as two infant sisters, Mary and Martha.

Mr. Weese was a graduate of Philippi High School. His first employment was operating a dry cleaning and pressing shop which he ran from his home. He was former owner of the K&W Feed Store located in Belington. He retired from Southern States Cooperative in Philippi after many years of dedicated service. Mr. Weese most recently owned and operated Fay’s Variety Store when he enjoyed “talking shop” with the many friends who visited on a daily basis. He is perhaps best remembered for selling licenses to hunters from several states that traditionally made their yearly visit to the store for their license and buck stamps. These hunters will greatly miss his friendly presence and encouraging words of “good luck, boys.”

Mr. Weese was very active in the community and church. He was a member of Belington Lodge 73 IOOF, Belington Masonic Lodge 125 AF&AM, a 32nd degree mason and belonged to the Shrine Osiris Temple in Wheeling. He was a faithful member of Asbury United Methodist Church where he enjoyed singing in the choir. He formerly sang in the Methodist Men Quartet with his brothers where he enjoyed singing gospel music.

Mr. Weese was a tremendous brother, uncle and, indeed, a gentleman. At the end, his gentle and kind heart finally gave out after touching the lives of those he came in contact with. He will be deeply missed.

Friends will be received from Talbott Funeral Home, 210 Brandenburg St. in Belington from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., at which time Mr. Weese will be moved to Asbury United Methodist Church where friends may call from noon to 1 p.m., the funeral hour, when final rites will be conducted along with a time of sharing and reflecting with the Rev. Arden Beck and the Rev Robert Baer Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in the Fraternal Cemetery near Belington where members of the Belington Masonic Lodge 125 AF&AM will conduct the ritualistic Masonic graveside rite. The family asks that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to Hospice Care, 7 Harman Center, Suite 203, Grafton, W.Va. 26354. Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Fay Weese. Condolences may be expressed to the family at talbottfuneralhome.com. From 26 Jun 2007.

Martha Wehrle

Martha Wehrle - A former state senator who was the only woman to serve as Queen Silvia and whose daughter held the same title died following a brief illness last week.

Martha Wehrle, 81, became ill on a return flight to Charleston and developed a fever that rose to 105 degrees. She died Oct. 31 in the Charleston Area Medical Center.

She was born in 1925 in Fayette County, attended Charleston public schools and earned degrees from Vassar and Harvard. She and her late husband, Russell, were pillars of McJunkin Corp. before its recent sale.

She entered politics by leading efforts to pass an excess property tax levy to support Kanawha County schools. She was then elected to the House of Delegates where she served 14 years before being appointed to her Senate seat. At the start of the 1991 session, she suffered a broken hip, but attended on crutches and worked diligently.

“She was a strong lady, like an oak tree,” friend Angus Peyton said.

Charleston Mayor Danny Jones described Wehrle as “warm and wonderful — she spent her life privately and publicly helping other people.”

U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va., noted that “she and her late husband, Russ, were among the first two people who befriended me when I first came to West Virginia 43 years ago.”

U.S. Sen. Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., called her an “extraordinarily gracious and intelligent friend. Her father was a Republican and her mother a Democrat, but Martha always brought her own unique perspective to issues.” Byrd said Wehrle was “conscientious and hard-working,” with a “keenly curious and agile mind,” and “wealth of expert knowledge in topics as diverse as education, health, sociology, philosophy, ethics, art and fashion.”

Wehrle served as Queen Silvia in the 1949 Mountain State Forest Festival. Her daughter, Chilton Wherle, was appointed as Queen Silvia in 1988. From 8 Nov 2007.

Mary L. Tinney Weiford, 79, a resident of the Elkins Manor, Elkins, and more recently a resident of Elkins Regional Convalescent Center, departed this life Thursday afternoon, Jan. 11, 2007, in Davis Memorial Hospital.

She was born Saturday, Oct. 22, 1927, at Gassaway, a daughter of the late Oscar B. Tinney and Clara Dell Halstead Tinney.

On Nov. 30, 1946, at Elkins, she was married to Peter Earl Weiford, who preceded her in death Jan. 29, 1978.

Surviving are two sons, Philip Earl Weiford and wife, Vicki, and Richard Alan Weiford and wife, Terri, all of Elkins; three brothers, Glen Tinney of Sierra Vista, Ariz.; Oscar B. Tinney Jr. of Bakersville, N.C., and George Tinney of Jane Lew; one aunt, Mabel Halstead Stringer of Wadsworth, Ohio; five grandchildren, Adam, Amy, Kristina, Joseph and Sara; and one great-granddaughter, Sydney LeeAnn.

Preceding her in death were two brothers, Blaine and Bernard Tinney; and two sisters, Sylvia Clark and Nancy Ruth Tinney.

Mary was a graduate of Elkins High School with the class of 1945, had worked as a sales clerk for Heck’s Department Store and was a homemaker. She enjoyed genealogy research and was a Methodist by faith.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, in Elkins Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Leon Hevener will officiate and interment will follow. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Mary L. Tinney Weiford. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 12 Jan 2007.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, in Elkins Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Leon Hevener will officiate and interment will follow. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Mary L. Tinney Weiford. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 13 Jan 2007.

LeVaughn M. Welch, 69, of St. Albans, died Sunday evening, May 13, 2007, in Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, following an extended illness.

She was born Dec. 27, 1937, at Webster Springs, a daughter of the late George S. and Pansy Mary (Starr) Welch.

Survivors include her husband, “Sam” Welch of St. Albans,; four daughters, Kim Campbell-McDonald of Aurora, Ill., Pamela Chandler and husband, Mike, of East Dailey, Tamela Campbell and husband, Rodney, of Volga and Cathy Craddock and companion, Harold, of Chapmanville; two sons, Danny Allen Linger and wife, Jackie, of Belington and Russell “Rusty” Welch and companion, Kayo, of Chapmanville; one sister, Annie Fitzpatrick of Elkins; 11 grandchildren, Natasha Chewning and husband, Matt, Michael Chandler, Adrienne Linger, Sheena Linger, Alyciann Campbell, Randlyn Campbell, Skyelaar McDonald, Jason Craddock, Bobby Craddock, Russell Welch Jr. and Josh Welch; great-grandchildren, Drew Wyant, Caylee Campbell, Ryan Craddock, Sammy Craddock and “J.T.” Craddock.

She was also preceded in death by one sister, Phyllis V. Hite; and one brother, George Mickey.

Mrs. Welch was a homemaker and was a former production line supervisor for Bata Shoe. She was a member of Maranatha Non-Denominational Church at St. Albans.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 17, from Schoonover-Stemple Funeral Chapel, 609 Crim Ave., Belington. The Rev. Billy Gene Sullivan will officiate and cremation will follow services.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Wednesday. Schoonover-Stemple Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. (www.stempleforman.com) From 15 May 2007.

LeVaughn M. (Heckert) Welch, 69, of St. Albans, died Sunday evening, May 13, 2007, in Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, following an extended illness.

She was born Dec. 27, 1937, at Webster Springs, a daughter of the late George S. and Pansy Mary (Starr) Heckert.

Survivors include her husband, “Sam” Welch of St. Albans; four daughters, Kim Campbell-McDonald of Aurora, Ill., Pamela Chandler and husband, Mike, of East Dailey, Tamela Campbell and husband, Rodney, of Volga and Cathy Craddock and companion, Harold, of Chapmanville; two sons, Danny Allen Linger and wife, Jackie, of Belington and Russell “Rusty” Welch and companion, Kayo, of Chapmanville; one sister, Annie Fitzpatrick of Elkins; 11 grandchildren, Natasha Chewning and husband, Matt, Michael Chandler, Adrienne Linger, Sheena Linger, Alyciann Campbell, Randlyn Campbell, Skyelaar McDonald, Jason Craddock, Bobby Craddock, Russell Welch Jr. and Josh Welch; great-grandchildren, Drew Wyant, Caylee Campbell, Ryan Craddock, Sammy Craddock and “J.T.” Craddock.

She was also preceded in death by one sister, Phyllis V. Hite; and one brother, George Mickey.

Mrs. Welch was a homemaker and was a former production line supervisor for Bata Shoe. She was a member of Maranatha Non-Denominational Church at St. Albans.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 17, from the Schoonover-Stemple Funeral Chapel, 609 Crim Ave., Belington. The Rev. Billy Gene Sullivan will officiate and cremation will follow the services.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today. Schoonover-Stemple Funeral chapel is entrusted with arrangements. (www.stempleforman.com) From 16 May 2007.

John A. Welshonce, 82, a resident of Gettysburg, Pa., died March 22, 2007, at his home following a six-month battle with cancer.

He was born in Keyser, the son of Eben P. and Katherine Rogers Welshonce.

His wife, Doris, preceded him in death.

He is survived by his son, James D. Welshonce of Gettysburg; his daughter, Susan Brewer, of Garden City, N.Y.; a brother, James R. Welshonce of Elkins; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Welshonce of Keyser; three nieces; one nephew; and a special friend, Gladys Parks. Two grandchildren also survive.

Mr. Welshonce owned and operated Associated Services, a linen cleaning and supply operation. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Gettysburg.

A memorial service was conducted March 26 from St. James Lutheran Church. Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg was in charge of the arrangements. From 29 Mar 2007.

Hattamena Wendling

Hattamena N. Wendling, 95, of Pinch, formerly of Charleston, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2007, in Laurel Nursing Center in Big Otter.

She was a homemaker and a Christian.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert F. Wendling, founder of Wendling Food Service in Buckhannon; her parents, Walter and Ora Jane Norman; a daughter, Reba Gay Thrush; and grandsons, Billy Wendling and David Thrush.

She is survived by daughters, Willa Mae Young of Pinch, Margaret West and husband, Tom, of Columbus, Ohio, and Mary Hill and husband, Fred, of Dublin, Ga.; and sons, Fred Wendling and wife, Karen, of Buckhannon, John Wendling and wife, Linda, of Pinch and Herbert Wendling and wife, Betty, of Charleston; 14 grandchildren, and 20 grandchildren.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. today at Elk Hills Memorial Park in Big Chimney with the Rev. Jeff Arthur and the Rev. Danny Kinder officiating.

The family wishes to thank to staff at Laurel Nursing Center for their care and compassion. From 26 Sep 2007.

Richard C. Wentz

Richard Curtis Wentz, 62, of Marana, Ariz., died Friday, Dec. 14, 2007, in Mesa, Ariz.

He was born July 18, 1945, in Clarksburg, the son of the late Curtis Dow and Edrie Teter Wentz.

He is survived by one daughter, Rachelle Christine Wentz, and two sons, Richard Curtis Wentz Jr. and Richard Smith and wife, Jamie, all of Ariz. He is also survived by one brother, Arnold G. Wentz and wife, Thanna, of Buckhannon; one sister, Lemoyne Wentz of Palmyra, Va.; one half-sister, Mabel Wentz Wright and husband, Todd, of Buckhannon; six grandchildren, Bruce and Brent Rowland, Cassandra Adkins, Matthew Downey, Richard and Naomi Smith, all of Ariz.; several nieces and nephews of Buckhannon and Arizona; and his former wife, Patricia Mayernak of Arizona.

Mr. Wentz was a 1963 graduate of Buckhannon-Upshur High School and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1966 to 1972. He had lived in Marana, Ariz., for many years. He recently retired from Evergreen Air Park, where he was employed as an airplane mechanic and later as an inspector.

Friends will be received at the Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home today from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. J. Edward McDaniels officiating. Burial will follow in the the Kesling Cemetery. Buckhannon VFW Post 3663 and Frank B. Bartlett Post 7 DAV Chapters 5 and 36 will conduct military honors at the gravesite. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. Poling-St.Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 19 Dec 2007.

Richard L. Wentz, 75, a resident of Buckhannon, the Kesling Mill Road, died Monday, Aug. 20, 2007, at his home.

He was born Feb. 17, 1932, at Buckhannon, a son of the late Jason and Tressa Dean Wentz.

Mr. Wentz is survived by his loving partner, Judy Timney; two children, Laura and Ken; two brothers, Glenn Wentz of Pennsylvania and Roger Wentz of Florida; two sisters, Elaine Dean of Buckhannon and Emogene Ritter of Pennsylvania; many nieces and nephews; and last but not least (if not first), his dog Jake.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister and one brother.

Mr. Wentz was a retired steel worker. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion in Ambridge, Pa., and a member of the ABA Archery Club of Buckhannon.

At the request of the deceased, he will be cremated. The family will receive friends on Saturday, Sept. 1, at the Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements for Richard L. Wentz. From 22 Aug 2007.

Roger D. Werstein

Roger D. Werstein, 67, of Cabins, died Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007, at his residence.

Family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Schaeffer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m Saturday at the funeral home with the Revs. William R. Brown and Richard L. Longbon officiating. Interment will follow in Lahmansville Cemetery. Schaeffer Funeral Home services. From 14 Dec 2007.

Bernard C. West

Bernard C. West Bernard Clifton West, 89, of North Beach, Md., departed this life Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007 in Charlotte Hall Veterans Home at Charlotte Hall, Md.

Mr. West was born Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1918, at Washington, D.C., and was educated in Washington School.

He worked as a boiler operator at the U.S. Naval Research Lab at Randle Cliffs. Mr. West served in the Navy from 1940 through 1950 as a machinist’s mate first class.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Cecilia Arenas West; and one brother, John A. West, who was missing in action during World War II.

Survivors include two sons, Christopher Blackwell of Prince Frederick, Md., and Kenneth West of West Virginia; and one daughter, Angela Grubb of Sumter, S.C.

Family and friends were received from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane in Owings, Md. Funeral services were at 10 a.m. today at the funeral home. Interment was in Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, Md. This announcement is courtesy of Lohr & Barb Funeral Home for Bernard Clifton West. From 11 Dec 2007.

Philip J. West, 86, a former resident of Dry Fork, died Tuesday, April 3, 2007, at his home in Kearney, Neb.

He was born Sept. 2, 1920, at Philadelphia, Pa., and adopted by Johnson and Laura (Anderson) West. He grew up in Troy, Ohio, and attended Wittenberg College in Ohio.

He married Virginia Sprang on March 15, 1943, at Tampa, Fla.

He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church and a member of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. His hobbies included being an avid model railroader.

Survivors include sons, James H. and wife, Bobbie, of Truth or Consequences, N.M., and Thomas E. and wife, Connie, of Greeley, Colo.; daughters, Natalie G. Radcliffe of Kearney, Neb., and Laura A. Morton and husband, Glen, of Jasper, Texas. Thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survived him.

His wife, one granddaughter and one sister preceded him in death.

His body was donated to the Nebraska Anatomical Board. A memorial service will be conducted on Saturday, June 30, at 2 p.m. at Davis Memorial Presbyterian Church in Elkins. A reception will follow. From 14 Jun 2007.

William West

Mr. William “Bill” West, 80, a resident of Elkins, passed away at 3:15 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007, at his home.

He was born June 5, 1927, at Kingmont, a son of the late John Lewis West and the late Mary Martha Walls West.

On April 24, 1971, in Elkins, he was married to Geneva Currence West, who survives.

Also surviving are two sons, William R. West II and wife, Dixie, of Beverly and Adam B. West and wife, Faith, of Ellamore; two stepsons, Dale Vance and wife, Angie, of Beverly and Mark Vance and wife, Kathy, of Ellamore; a step daughter, Debbie Morgan and husband, David, of Elkins; eight grandchildren, Amanda, Sarah, Samantha, Jennifer, Kim, Matt, Justin and Allysa; six great-grandchildren, Star, Caleb, Hannah, Tyler, Mya and Grace; a brother, Oliver West of Moundsville; a sister, Dorothy Anderson of Ohio; and special friends, Perry and Jerri Long.

Also preceding him in death were a grandson, Eric; two brothers, Ister Z. West and Lewis E. West; and two sisters, Ester M. Stoops and Bertha West.

Mr. West was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II and for many years was a carpenter prior to his retirement.

Friends may call from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. Mr. West will then be moved to Mountain State Memorial Gardens where a graveside service will be conducted. Chaplain Lewis Bartlett will officiate and interment will follow with full military rites accorded at the graveside.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mountain Hospice, 1600 Crim Ave., Belington, W.Va. 26250 in memory of Mr. West. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses of Mountain Hospice and Dr. Khan for the care given Mr. West during his illness. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for William “Bill” West. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 30 Nov 2007.

William West

Mr. William “Bill” West, 80, a resident of Elkins, passed away at 3:15 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007, at his home. Friends may call from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. Mr. West will then be moved to Mountain State Memorial Gardens where a graveside service will be conducted. Chaplain Lewis Bartlett will officiate and interment will follow with full military rites accorded at the gravesite. Memorial contributions may be made to Mountain Hospice, 1600 Crim Ave., Belington, W.Va. 26250 in memory of Mr. West. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses of Mountain Hospice and Dr. Khan for the care given Mr. West during his illness. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for William “Bill” West. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 1 Dec 2007.

Alice Marie Westfall, 69, of Morgantown, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, in Monongalia General Hospital in Morgantown.

She was born Jan. 5, 1938, at Beckley, a daughter of the late Hubert James Smith and Twila Pettrey Smith.

On June 20, 1980, she was married to Bennie H. Westfall, who survives at Morgantown.

Surviving are one daughter, Andrea Lynn Drapela and husband, Larry, of Leechburg, Pa.; three stepsons, the Rev. Mike Westfall and wife, Libby, and Mark Westfall and wife, Theresa, all of Buckhannon, and Brad Westfall and wife, Jodie, of Grafton; five granddaughters, Whitney Westfall of Buckhannon, Jenna Westfall and Sidney Westfall of Grafton, Jennifer Westfall and Jaeneka Westfall of Buckhannon; four grandsons, Jason Westfall, Josh Westfall, Jordon Westfall and Dalton Westfall, all of Buckhannon; two sisters, Jane Canter and husband, Jim, of Buckhannon and Mary Stalnaker and husband, Barrett, of North Carolina; one brother-in-law, Chuck Kahler of Port Charlotte, Fla.; and several nieces.

She was the nursing home administrator at Heartland Nursing Home and attended Pierpoint Church of the Nazarene.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 13, at the funeral home with the Rev. Tommy Thompson officiating. Interment will follow in Buckhannon Memorial Park at Buckhannon. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. From 12 May 2007.

Darleen C. Westfall, 62, of Buckhannon, died Monday, July 9, 2007, at the home of her daughter in Buckhannon under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice.

She was born June 22, 1945, at Buckhannon, a daughter of the late Howard Campbell and Osie Mitchell Moore, who survives at Buckhannon.

Also surviving are one daughter, Kimberly Hollen and husband, Rob, of Buckhannon; three granddaughters, Mandy Hollen, Abby Hollen and Tessa Hollen, all of Buckhannon; three sisters, Lois LaFontaine of Buckhannon, Carol Ochs of Woodbridge, Va., and Tammy Campbell of Buckhannon; a special cousin, Sonja Bayless of Lost Creek; and her former spouse, Fredrick P. Westfall of Buckhannon.

She was a real estate agent/broker and the owner/operator of County Wide Properties. She also was a licensed real estate appraiser and insurance agent for Monumental Life Insurance. She attended Light of Life Church of Fairmont.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 12, at the funeral home with Pastor Jerry Murrell officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. From 10 Jul 2007.

Richard W. Westfall, 83, a resident of Buckhannon, died Saturday, June 9, 2007, in Holbrook’s Nursing Home at Buckhannon.

He was born March 20, 1924, at Bailey Ridge, a son of the late Fred C. Westfall and Lula Duley Westfall.

On Feb. 16, 1974, he was married to Virginia Hall Westfall, who survives at Buckhannon.

Also surviving are one stepson, Norman Smallridge of Calcutta, Ohio; two stepgrandsons, Michael Smallridge and Robert Smallridge, both of East Liverpool, Ohio; three sisters, Wilma Levera and Doris Williams, both of Buckhannon and Mary Westfall of Weston; two brothers, Fred Westfall Jr. and Joe Westfall, both of Buckhannon; and one stepgreat-grandchild of Buckhannon.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Howard Westfall, Franklin Westfall and Carlos Westfall; and two sisters, Detha Kimble and Betty Westfall.

He was a truck driver.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 13, at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Westfall Cemetery at Bailey Ridge. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com. From 11 Jun 2007.

Wilda Westfall

Wilda Westfall, 89, passed away in South Lyon, Mich., on Nov. 14, 2007.

Wilda was born Sept. 28, 1918, at Beverly, the daughter of the late Morgan and Arthelia Helmick.

In 1958, Wilda married Benjamin Westfall and moved to Bath, Ohio.

She was a registered nurse and worked for more than 40 years at Akron Health Department, Akron General, Pine Valley Nursing Home and St. Edwards. Wilda was also involved in Bath Gamma Garden Club and Bath Good Timers Club. In 2002, after the death of her husband, she moved to South Lyon, Mich. to live with her daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 44 years, Benjamin. She also leaves behind her daughter, Sarah (Tony) Morales; granddaughters, Alyssa and Nina; one sister, Virginia Bosworth and one brother-in-law, Robert Caplinger, both of Elkins.

Also preceding her in death were two brothers, Morgan Helmick Jr. and Woodrow Helmick; and four sisters, Louise Helmick, Madeline Campbell, Macil Burd and Helen Caplinger.

The services for Wilda were conducted Nov. 17 at Billow Fairlawn Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., and entombment followed at Rose Hill Burial Park. Donations may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Boulevard, Rockville, Md. 20956 or at www.kidneyfund.org. From 21 Nov 2007.

Harry L. Westphal

Harry "Cook" L. Westphal, 83, a resident of Buckhannon, died Wednesday, July 25, 2007, in St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon.

He was born July 18, 1924, at Rockford, Minn., a son of the late Rudolph Westphal and Alice Straight Westphal.

He is survived by one brother, Willard Kritlowe of Howard Lake, Minn.; three daughters, Gail Frye and husband, Buck, of Buckhannon, Donna Marden and husband, Thomas, of Rochester, N.H., and Deborah L’Horty and husband, Edward, of Salem, Mass.; one son, Glenn Westphal and wife, Colleen, of Glenville; two grandsons, Richard Watson of Salem, Mass., and Shaun Watson of Coppell, Texas; three granddaughters, Kristal Kaylor of Rochester, N.H., Stacy Carraro-L’Horty of Salem, Mass., and Jacklyn Westphal of Glenville; two great-granddaughters, Coral Carraro of Danvers, Mass., and Kaylie Dodge of Rochester, N.H.; one great-grandson, William Dodge of Rochester, N.H.; and his former wife, Irene Westphal of Salem, Mass.

He was a brick mason and a member of the Brick Layer’s Union, Buckhannon Moose Lodge and BPOE.

Funeral services in Salem, Mass., will be announced at a later date. This announcement is courtesy of Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. From 27 Jul 2007.

Arvella T. Whetzel

Arvella Turner Whetzel, 72, of Dorcas, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2007, in Grant County Nursing Home in Petersburg.

Visitation was Sunday at Schaeffer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home with the Rev. Craig Howard officiating. Interment will follow in Lahmansville Cemetery at Lahmansville. Schaeffer Funeral Home services. From 22 Oct 2007.

Vernon M. Whetzel

Vernon M. Whetzel, 84, of Petersburg, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, in VA Medical Center in Martinsburg.

Visitation will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Schaeffer Funeral Home. Funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Joseph Eversole officiating. Military graveside services will be in Cherry Hill Cemetery. Schaeffer Funeral Home services. From 18 Oct 2007.

Betty J. White, 76, a resident of Whitmer, passed away at 7:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7, 2007, at her home. She had been in declining health for the past year.

She was born May 17, 1931, at Cass, a daughter of the late Fred and Freda Vance.

On Sept. 8, 1949, she was married to Lester White, who survives at Whitmer.

Also surviving are 10 sons, Kenneth White and wife, Debbie, of Newark, Ohio, Harry White of Rock Hill, S.C., Gary White and wife, Belinda, of Whitmer, Phil White and wife, Sally, of Topton, N.C., James White and wife, Johnnie Mae, of Fort Mill, S.C., William White of Whitmer, Donald White and wife, Kerry, of Spencer, Ind., Larry White and wife, Bonnie, of Red Creek, Leonard White and wife, Sandy, of Salisbury, N.C., and Brian White of Bowden; seven daughters, Mrs. Harry (Carolyn Sue) Hardy of Parsons, Mrs. Wayne (Patricia) Lambert of Beverly, Mrs. John (Karen) Shaver of Charlotte, N.C., Peggy Owens of Catawba, S.C., Mrs. Olie (Joyce) White of Bowden, Mrs. Gary (Catherine) Vandevender of Whitmer, Mrs. Doug (Mary) Knight of Denver, N.C.,; and a daughter-in-law, Melodee White of Elkins; two sisters, Kitty Blockinger of Cumberland, Md., and Carol “Babe” Sullivan of California; a brother, Dave Irvin; 25 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Also preceding her in death were one son, John White; and three brothers, Don and Alvin “AB” Irvin and Buck Vance.

Mrs. White attended the schools of Cass, was an active member of Whitmer Church of God and the Ladies Auxiliary and a school volunteer. She enjoyed crocheting and making quilts for her family and loved flowers. She was a homemaker and enjoyed canning and making biscuits and homemade bread. She was a fan of the West Virginia University Mountaineers and the Pittsburgh Steelers and enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren in various sporting activities.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Job Church of God. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, from the church with the Rev. Todd Rhodes, the Rev. Ernie Francis and Pastor Steve Bailey officiating. Interment will follow in Laurel Hill Cemetery near Whitmer. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mountain Hospice, 1600 Crim Ave., Belington, W.Va. 26250 in memory of Mrs. White. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Betty J. White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 10 Sep 2007.

Dale B. White

Dale Brown White, 82, a resident of St. George, departed this life early Monday morning, Nov. 12, 2007, in Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Parsons on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home parlor on Thursday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. Pastor Pat Cassidy will officiate and interment will follow in St. George Cemetery at St. George. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Dale Brown White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 13 Nov 2007.

Dale B. White

Dale Brown White, 82, a resident of St. George, departed this life early Monday morning, Nov. 12, 2007, in Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg. He had been in declining health.

He was born Thursday, April 9, 1925, at Mt. Storm, a son of the late William Willard White and Virginia Beavers White.

On Sept. 25, 1948, he was married to the former Betty “Irene” Dumire, who preceded him in death May 30, 2005.

Surviving are two sons, John Dale White and wife, Diane, of Bell, Fla., and William David White and wife, Judy, of Middleport, Ohio; two brothers, Bernard White of Ohio and Sammy White of Clarksburg; three sisters, Mary Carpenter of Tennessee, Jean Cassidy of St. George and Enid Wiles of Morgantown; four grandchildren, Shawn Cromer of Georgia, John C. White of Florida and Angie Logan and Amy Young, both of Ohio; and 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one sister, Shirley Hockenberry.

He attended the schools of Mt. Storm. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, serving in the European Theatre. He was a woodsman and retired from the operating Engineers Local 132 Clarksburg. He was an avid outdoorsman.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Parsons today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home parlor on Thursday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. Pastor Pat Cassidy will officiate and interment will follow in St. George Cemetery at St. George where the H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and the Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct full military rites. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Dale Brown White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 14 Nov 2007.

Glyde E. White

Mrs. Glyde Evelyn Wamsley White, 95, a resident of Elkins Regional Convalescent Center in Elkins, departed this life at 8:35 a.m., Monday, Feb. 19, 2007, at the center.

She was born Sept. 23, 1911, in Randolph County, a daughter of the late Samuel and Emma White Wamsley.

On May 9, 1932, she was united in marriage to Chester Alfred White, who proceeded her in death on Jan. 30, 1979.

Mrs. White is survived by two sons, Chester Alan White and wife, Katherine, of Belington and Samuel Louis White and wife, Margaret, of Wellsburg; five grandchildren, Evelyn Ash of Flagstaff, Ariz., Crystal Tenney of Belington, Kristian White of Wheeling, Megan Blair of Wierton and Nathan White of Morgantown; and six great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Juanita Eye of Utah and Opal Parsons of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Wilbur and Ray Wamsley; and three sisters, Myrtle Wamsley, Edna Wamsley and Hazel Thorne.

Mrs. White was employed as assistant postmaster at Dartmoor and was a taxidermist until her retirement. She was a homemaker and farmer and loved working in her garden until she was no longer able. She was a member of the Concord United Methodist Church where in years past she was the pianist.

Friends will be received at Talbott Funeral Home in Belington from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. today and on Wednesday until 1 p.m., the funeral hour, when final rites will be conducted from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Destry Daniels officiating. Interment will then follow in Concord Cemetery near Belington. Talbott Funeral Home of Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Glyde Evelyn Wamsley White. From 20 Feb 2007.

Mrs. Glyde Evelyn Wamsley White, 95, a resident of the Elkins Regional Convalescent Center in Elkins, departed this life at 8:35 am, Monday, Feb. 19, 2007 at the center.

She was born Sept. 23, 1911, at Randolph County, a daughter of the late Samuel and Emma White Wamsley.

On May 9, 1932, she was united in marriage to Chester Alfred White, who proceeded her in death on Jan. 30, 1979.

Mrs. White is survived by two sons, Chester Alan White and wife, Katherine, of Belington and Samuel Louis White and wife, Margaret, of Wellsburg; five grandchildren, Evelyn Ash of Flagstaff, Ariz., Crystal Tenney of Belington, Kristian White of Wheeling, Megan Blair of Wierton and Nathan White of Morgantown; six great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Juanita Eye of Utah and Opal Parsons of Florida. Also surviving are five stepgrandchildren, Billy, Joey and Patrick Lannon and Georganna Cathell and Sandra Bartik; 11 stepgreat-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Wilbur and Ray Wamsley; three sisters, Myrtle Wamsley, Edna Wamsley and Hazel Thorne; two stepdaughters, Louise Lannon and Winona Slaughter; and two stepgreat-grandchildren.

Mrs. White was employed as assistant postmaster at Dartmoor and was a taxidermist until her retirement. She was a homemaker and farmer and loved working in her garden until she was no longer able. She was a member of the Concord United Methodist Church where in years past she was the pianist.

Friends were received at the Talbott Funeral Home in Belington from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Visitation will also be held today until 1 p.m., the funeral hour, when final rites will be conducted from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Destry Daniels officiating. Interment will then follow in the Concord Cemetery near Belington. The Talbott Funeral Home of Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Glyde Evelyn Wamsley White. From 21 Feb 2007.

Ira Virgil White, 83, a resident of Barbour County Good Samaritan and a former resident of Philippi, passed away Sunday morning, Feb. 25, 2007, in Davis Memorial Hospital in Elkins, following an extended illness.

He was born April 20, 1923, at Lost Creek, a son of the late Virgil Alva White and Lizzie Chapman White.

Surviving are three daughters, Deba Anne Schimansky and husband, Steven, of Brownton, Sandra Sue Vose of Philippi and Mary Elizabeth Wetzel and husband, Bob, of Junior; two brothers, Dallas White of Volga and James White and wife, Joyce, of Volga; one sister, Ruth Randlett of Garrettsville, Ohio; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by one infant son, John White; and two sisters, Ruby Booth and Marlene McCauley.

Mr. White attended the schools of Barbour County, was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Army as a tech sergeant. He enjoyed watching stock car racing, was an avid gardner and was a member of Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday from Stemple & Forman Funeral Home, 385 S. Main St., Philippi with Chaplain Lewis Bartlett officiating and interment will follow in Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery, where members of Barbour County American Legion Post 44 will conduct military services. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Tuesday. Stemple & Forman Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. From 26 Feb 2007.

Ira Virgil White, 83, a resident of the Barbour County Good Samaritan and a former resident of Philippi, passed away on Sunday morning, Feb. 25, in Davis Memorial Hospital in Elkins, following extended illness.

He was born April 20, 1923, at Lost Creek, a son of the late Virgil Alva and Lizzie (Chapman) White.

Surviving are three daughters, Debra Anne Schimansky and husband, Steven, of Brownton, Sandra Sue Vose of Philippi and Mary Elizabeth Wetzel and husband, Bob, of Junior; two brothers, Dallas White of Volga and James White and wife, Joyce, of Volga; one sister, Ruth Randlett of Garrettsville, Ohio; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by one infant son, John White; and two sisters, Ruby Booth and Marlene McCauley.

Mr. White attended the schools of Barbour County, was a veteran of World War II serving with the U.S. Army as a tech sergeant. He was a former employee of Coffman Builders Supply Co. and worked in grounds maintenance at Barbour Country Club. He enjoyed watching stock car racing, was an avid gardener and was a member of Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m today from the Stemple & Forman Funeral Home, 385 S. Main St., Philippi, with Chaplain Lewis Bartlett officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery, where members of Barbour County American Legion Post 44 will conduct military services.

Friends called at the funeral home on Monday and may call from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. today.

Stemple & Forman Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. From 27 Feb 2007.

Marena L. White

Marena Lucy White, 71, of Davis, passed away at Nella’s Nursing Home, Elkins, on Dec. 10, 2007.

She was born Aug. 30, 1936, at Thomas, a daughter of the late Voil Foster and Mabel Mary Jones White.

She is survived by one sister, Charlotte Rager of Masland, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Robert White; and one sister, Ruby Ellen Campbell.

Miss White was a member of the Community Bible Church in Davis. Her occupation was housekeeping. She enjoyed puzzles, making afghans and baking bread.

Friends will be received at the Community Bible Church in Davis on Friday, Dec. 14, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Glen Hugenin will officiate. Interment will follow in Davis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Community Bible Church, Fourth St., Davis, W.Va. 26260. Hinkle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 13 Dec 2007.

Odith C. White

Odith C. "Odie" White, 86, a resident of Elkins, passed away Saturday morning, July 21, 2007, at his residence.

He was born July 26, 1920, at Whitmer, a son of the late O.D. White and Effle Kisamore White.

On Nov. 27, 1941, he was married to the former Caddie Thompson, who survives.

Also surviving are a son, Carol O. White and wife, Nancy Allman White, of Chenoweth Creek Road; a sister, Wilda Tingler and husband, Hermie, of Whitmer; and four grandchildren, Sandi White Herron and William G. White, both of Elkins, Craig A. White and wife, Corinne, of Washington, Pa., and Angie White Rowan and husband, Chad, of Elkins. Eight great-grandchildren, Leia S. Herron, William M. White and wife, Erika, Kevin G. White, Cameron S. and Carson S. White, Dylan S. Lucas, Brennen E. and Emily L. Rowan; and one great-great-grandchild, Hannah N. White also survive.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Junior, Talbott and Donald Lee White; and a sister, Cornelia Vance.

Odie was a graduate of Harman High School with the class of 1938. He was a veteran of World War II having served with the U.S. Marine Corps stationed on the U.S.S. Iowa in the Pacific Ocean. He had worked for Montgomery Ward, Glenn S. Martin Co. and Kelly Tire Co. He was employed as a mechanic for Teter Motors of Elkins for more than 40 years until his retirement. Odie enjoyed woodworking and tinkering with machinery.

Friends called Sunday at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. He will be moved to Whitmer United Methodist Church today, where friends may call from noon until 1 p.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Rick Jewell and the Rev. Earl Bible will officiate. Interment will follow in Laurel Hills Cemetery at Whitmer, where full military rites will be accorded at the graveside by members of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to Whitmer United Methodist Church in care of Wilda Tingler, HC 65, Box 31, Harman, W.Va. 26270. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Odith C. "Odie" White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com From 23 Jul 2007.

Paul Yost White, 92, a resident of Indiana, Pa., departed this life Sunday evening, May 6, 2007, in Uniontown Hospital at Uniontown, Pa.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of Lohr & Barb Funeral Home for Paul Yost White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 7 May 2007.

Paul Yost White, 92, a native of Randolph County and a resident of Indiana, Pa., departed this life Sunday evening, May 6, 2007, in Uniontown Hospital at Uniontown, Pa.

He was born Sunday, March 14, 1915, at Job, a son of the late Benjamin Y. White and Hettie Teter White.

During 1957 at Oakland, Md., he was married to the former Marian Carr White, who survives at Indiana, Pa.

Also surviving are two daughters, Jane Disselkamp and Mary Lou Libby, both of Maine; one son, William Yost “Bill” White and wife, Sandra, of Elkins; three brothers, Gordon Benjamin White and Zan C. White, both of Elkins, and Raymond White of Raleigh, N.C.; and five grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were one brother, Hobart S. White; four sisters, Sallie White, Marie White, Nellie White and Pauline Skidmore; and one grandson.

He was a graduate of Elkins High School and attended Davis & Elkins College for one year. He then joined the U.S. Marine Corps, during World War II, serving in Dakar, Africa, as a control tower operator. He had worked for the Federal Aeronautic Administration, the Federal Civil Defense, now known as FEMA, and the Pennsylvania Civil Defense. He was a member of First United Methodist Church at Elkins, loved to travel and make candy, especially fudge, and was an avid West Virginia University sports fan.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins on Friday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Dr. Basil A. Hensley will officiate and interment will follow in White Cemetery at Lower Dam, Job. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Paul Yost White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 8 May 2007.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins Friday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Dr. Basil A. Hensley will officiate and interment will follow in White Cemetery at Lower Dam, Job. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Paul Yost White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 9 May 2007.

Mr. Roy Trainer “Partner” White, 89, a lifelong resident of Mill Creek, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2007, at his home. He had been in failing health and a patient of Hospice Care Corp, for the past year.

He was born June 18, 1918, at Wymer, a son of the late Galford and Evelene White.

On May 10, 1947, he was married to Beatrice Irene Cutright White, who survives at Mill Creek.

Also surviving are a stepson, Sherman Cutright and wife, Sharon, of Huttonsville; two sons, Eddie White and wife, Diane, of Mill Creek and Timothy White and wife, Cindy, of Dailey; and two daughters, Doris Norman of Dailey and Julie Light and husband, Herman, of Mill Creek. Three brothers, Cleveland, Boyd and Galford Jr.; two sisters, Bonnie Abbott and Mary Jane Hawthorne both of Elkins; seven grandchildren; and three stepgrandchildren also survive.

Also preceding him in death were one son, Leroy White; a grandson, Kenneth Leroy White; four brothers, Gilbert, Otto, Cosalo and Harrison; and three sisters, Oma, Arlene and Carrie.

Mr. White was a coal miner for 20 years prior to his retirement. He loved the outdoors, groundhog hunting and gardening. He was a Methodist by faith.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 14, from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Randy Long and the Rev. Frank Long officiating. Interment will follow in the Jerusalem Cemetery. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Roy Trainer “Partner” White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com From 13 Jul 2007.

Friends were received Friday at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. today from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Randy Long and the Rev. Frank Long officiating. Interment will follow in the Jerusalem Cemetery. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Roy Trainer “Partner” White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com. From 14 Jul 2007.

Vada P. White

Vada P. White, 99, a resident of Holbrook Nursing Home in Buckhannon, died Sunday, Sept. 30, 2007, in St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon.

She was born Aug. 1, 1908, at Kedron, a daughter of the late James and Lucy Bryan Reed.

In 1940, she married Ernest White, who preceded her in death in 1951.

Surviving are one daughter, Carolyn Maher and husband, Gohen, of Warren, Ohio; one brother, Raymond Reed of Adrian; two granddaughter, Deanna Kovach and husband, Greg, and Pamela Aulizia and husband, Frank; five great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one sister and eight brothers.

Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, at Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Karen Frazier officiating. Interment will follow in Elbon Cemetery. Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements for Vada P. White. From 1 Oct 2007.

Virgil B. White

Virgil Blaine White, 70, of Buckhannon, died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007, at his home under the care of People’s Hospice.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel. From 12 Dec 2007.

Virgil B. White

Virgil Blaine “Bub” White, 70, of Buckhannon, died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007. Virgil completed his journey to everlasting life after a long courageous battle with cancer.

He was born Dec. 18, 1936, at Buckhannon, a son of the late James H. and Ruth Norman White.

He is survived by his wife Nancy D. Haddix White.

Also surviving are three sons, Rusty and wife, Melanie White, of Jane Lew, Rick and wife, Anita White, and Rocky and wife, DeAnn White, all of Buckhannon; and stepchildren, all of whom Virgil loved as his own; stepson, Paul and wife, Rita Biser, of Huntington; two stepdaughters, Kelly and husband, Bill Malcolm, of Helvetia and Amber and husband, Rodney Rolenson, of Buckhannon. He is survived by nine grandchildren, Dillon White of Jane Lew, Lindsay, Cole and Ethan White, Taylor and Kylee Rolenson all of Buckhannon, Ethan and Luke Malcolm, both of Helvetia, and Joshua Biser of Huntington; one brother, Neil White and Linda Ward of Buckhannon; and one sister, Pamela F. and husband, Duane Andrews, of Buckhannon. He is also survived by many special nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jim and Lynn White; and one sister, Mary Alice White.

Virgil was a veteran of the Korean War having served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

He was a member and past trustee of Good Hope Tabernacle, and he served as a board member of the Upshur County Senior Center. He retired from Buckhannon Housing Authority. As a Christian, he was a loyal and faithful servant to the Lord. He enjoyed singing to glorify the Master with the Bluegrass Gospel Boys, attending church and reading Gods word. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and picking his banjo with the boys. Virgil will be loved and missed by his family but they take comfort in knowing that Virgil received his wings.

Friends will be received from 12:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Good Hope Tabernacle. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 14, at Good Hope Tabernacle with Pastor Holly J. Hoover officiating. Interment will follow in Heavner Cemetery. Buckhannon Post 3663 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Frank B. Bartlett Post 7 American Legion and Disabled American Veterans Chapters 5 and 36 will conduct military honors at the graveside. Flowers and donations will be received by the family at Good Hope Tabernacle; all monetary donations will be distributed to cancer patients in need. Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.heavnerandcutright.com. Heavner & Cutright Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. From 13 Dec 2007.

William John White

William John White, 86, a resident of the Fork Mountain community, Parsons, departed this life Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 20, 2007, at his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home for William John White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 21 Nov 2007.

William J. White

William John White, 86, a resident of the Fork Mountain community, Parsons, departed this life Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 20, 2007, at his home. He had been in declining health.

He was born Thursday, March 17, 1921, at Middle Mountain, Randolph County, a son of the late John Sullivan White and Agnas Stella Jordon White.

On Dec. 24, 1946, at Parsons, he was married to the former Julia Annetti Carr, who preceded him in death on May 1, 1999. They had celebrated 52 years of marriage.

Surviving are six sons, Johnny White and wife, Lillian, Gary White and wife, Kathy, Fred White and wife, Beverly, and Chuck White and wife, Becky, all of Parsons, Ronald White and wife, Jeanie of Alexandria, Va., Roger Carr and wife, Linda, of Hambleton; three daughters, Sandra Kresge and husband, Richard, Sharon Eye and husband, John, and Aggie Arnold and husband, Clyde, all of Parsons; four sisters, Lucille Armstead, Vallie Davis, Elsie Masie and Mona Carr; 15 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death are four brothers, Gordon, Harry, Charlie White and Jack Elza; five sisters, Marie, Lora, Katy, Geneva and Ruby; and one grandson, Gary David White.

He attended the schools of Randolph County. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during World War II. He worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps during 1935. He worked for the Terra Alta and Elkins stockyards. He was a logger and worked on various pipelines throughout the United States. He worked for the West Virginia Division of Highways as a truck driver, retiring in 1981 and he was a lifelong farmer. He was known for calling square dances. He was an avid outdoorsman, loved to tell stories about his family history and was loved by all that knew him.

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Parsons on Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home parlor on Sunday, Nov. 25, at 1:30 p.m. Pastor Pat Cassidy will officiate and interment will follow in Parsons City Cemetery at Parsons, where H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign War will conduct full military rites. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for William John White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 23 Nov 2007.

William J. White

The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Parsons today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home parlor on Sunday, Nov. 25, at 1:30 p.m. Pastor Pat Cassidy will officiate and interment will follow in Parsons City Cemetery at Parsons, where H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct full military rites. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for William John White. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com. From 24 Nov 2007.

Denver Arnold “Buck” Whitehair Jr., 36, of Horse Shoe Run, died June 8, 2007, along the Blackwater River near Davis.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Hinkle Funeral Home in Davis. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 12, at Maple Grove Assembly of God Church in Eglon with the Rev. Robert J. officiating. Interment will follow in Texas Cemetery at Eglon. Hinkle Funeral Home services. From 11 Jun 2007.

Mary M. Whitehair

Mary Martha Whitehair, 88, of Thomas, passed away Nov. 13, 2007, in Cortland Acres Nursing Home at Thomas.

She was born Aug. 25, 1919, at Davis, a daughter of the late Lawrence Hoffner and Anna Drenning Hoffner.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Whitehair, in 1942.

Survivors include one brother, Frank (Patricia) Hoffner of Thomas; one sister, Ruth L. Hoffner of Thomas; six nephews and nieces; 10 great-nephews and great-nieces; and four great-great-nephews and great-great-nieces.

She was also preceded in death by one brother, Lawrence Hoffner Jr.; one sister, Anna L. Hoffner; and one nephew, Frank V. Hoffner.

Mrs. Whitehair was employed as a clerk and waitress. She was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. She enjoyed her work and the people around her. Crocheting was her favorite hobby.

At the request of the deceased, her remains were cremated. Funeral services are incomplete at this time. Hinkle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. From 15 Nov 2007.

Carolyn R. Whitt

Carolyn Regina Crawford Whitt, 66, of McKenney, Va., formerly of Hopewell, Va., went to be with the Lord on Dec. 9, 2007.

She was employed by Dinwiddie County Voter Registration Office and retired from Hopewell Fire Department. She was a member of Dinwiddie Church of the Nazarene. In compliance and accord with the Biblical promise “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord,” Carol laid aside her earthly abode to enter eternal rest through her Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.

She was born July 19, 1941, in Elkins, to Edward Lee and Mary Christina Crawford.

Saved at a young age, her life was forever redirected to serve her beloved Savior and encourage others into eternal salvation, freely offered to all who choose to believe.

She leaves behind her beloved sons, Mike and wife, Deba, Troy and wife, Judi, and Todd; her beloved daughter, Missy and husband, Gilbert; her grandchildren, Christopher, Amber, Chat ,Caitlyn, Kiersten, Jon, Dalton, Hunter and Landon Whitt and Alexis and Aubree Carrasquillo; her beloved brothers, Gary Crawford and wife, Yvonne, of Smoot and Leonard Crawford and wife, Dolly, of Santee, S.C.; her beloved sister, Martha Sars and husband, John, of Cookeville, Tenn.; and a number of nieces and nephews.

She was known by most as “Grams,” given to her by her grandchildren, but she was also mother, sister, daughter and friend and will be missed. “Well done good and faithful servant.”

The family will r