Bluefield Daily Telegraph Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

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SPRING HOPE, North Carolina James Edward Thomason 1951 — 2023 James Edward Thomason, age 72, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Born on June 19, 1951, in Mercer County, WV, James was the son of the late Charles Lewis Thomason and Mattie Lou Harman Thomason. He was preceded in death by his sister, Janet Lee Thomason, and two brothers, Robert Lewis Thomason, and Jerry Wayne Thomason. James was an avid fisherman. He had a love for music and spent much of his time playing his guitar. James enjoyed playing golf and chess. He made a difference in the life of everyone who knew him, and he leaves behind a tremendous legacy of life, love, and laughter. He will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him. James is survived by his four... Shelby, North Carolina Lester C. Toney 1947 — 2023 Lester C. Toney, 76, of Lattimore, NC passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023. Born on March 19, 1947, he was the son of the late Sebert and Gladys Lucille Nelson Toney. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Lorene Burks; and his brothers, Dranan, Charles, Hank, Sebert, Jr., and Thomas Toney. Lester was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served in Vietnam. He retired and enjoyed his time as an amateur photographer and being outdoors. He was of the Christian faith and enjoyed hunting and camping in his younger years. He also loved the NFL, being the most loyal Minnesota Vikings fan from the first year they became a team. Lester was incredibly humorous... Lexington, Kentucky Charles Matthew Scott Tierney 1940 — 2023 Charles Matthew Scott Tierney, 83, died Monday, September 11, 2023 in Lexington Kentucky. He was the son of the late Lewis Clark and Helen Scott Tierney. Visitation on Monday, September 18th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Milward-Southland, 391 Southland Drive in Lexington, KY and the funeral at First Presbyterian Church, 171 Market Street at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 19th in Lexington, KY. www.milwardfuneral.com Charleston, South Carolina Lynne Mullins Murray 1953 — 2023 Lynne Mullins Murray, 70, of James Island, SC passed into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Lynne was born on February 5, 1953 in Bluefield, WV and was the daughter of Allie Mullins ne? Conner and Ernest Mullins. She graduated Bluefield High School in 1971 and joined the Air Force for one complete tour of duty, earning an honorable discharge. After the service she attended Trident Technical College in Charleston, SC, and earned an Associate Degree in Science. She went on to earn a degree in radiologic technology from the Medical University of South Carolina, where she was on the Dean's list on four separate occasions. She then worked for St. Francis Hospital and several local... Charleston, West Virginia Charles Clayton Bibbee 1941 — 2023 Charles Clayton Bibbee, 82, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2023, at Hubbard Hospice House after a long battle with Alzheimer's. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Rossell Bibbee, his mother, Helen Swearengen Bibbee, and his sister, Rebecca Bibbee Deison, all of Clarksburg, W.V. Chuck grew up in Clarksburg and, as a basketball standout at Washington Irving High School, was a freshman walk-on at West Virginia University men's basketball team. He was an outstanding athlete who focused on tennis and was a four-year letterman at West Virginia University. Chuck moved to Pittsburgh after graduating as a civil engineer, where he met his wife of 57 years, Pat. They moved to... Maiden, North Carolina Kathryn Ann Baldwin 1948 — 2023 KATHRYN "KATHY" ANN BALDWIN, 74, of Maiden, NC, passed away of natural causes on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 5:03 pm EST at the Hickory Village Memory Care Facility with her son, Richard, by her side. She was a former resident of Princeton, WV. She is survived by her son, Lt Col Richard Wayne Baldwin, USAF, 55, and his wife, Kimberly Ann Baldwin, 55, both of Twin Lakes, Wisconsin. BIOGRAPHY: Kathy was born on July 7, 1948, in Monroe, NC. She spent her youth in the Monroe area until her graduation in 1966 from Sun Valley High School. Following graduation, she moved to the Maiden, NC area and later gave birth to her son, Richard, in 1967. In 1974, she moved to the west coast and lived in the... Foxfield, Colorado Samuel Paul Harry 1958 — 2023 Samuel Paul Harry, age 64 of Foxfield, Colorado transitioned to his heavenly home January 17, 2023, after a courageous battle with neuroendocrine cancer. He left this world peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Sam was born in Sterling, Kansas to Gilbert and Marilyn Harry. His family relocated to Oakvale, West Virginia when he was five years old. Sam spoke with great fondness of his childhood, growing up in a small town with his siblings and extended family. After being a standout basketball player at Oakvale High School, Sam attended Concord College, receiving a bachelor's degree in Accounting. Sam was a member of the fraternity Alpha Sigma Phi with whom he kept in touch until his... Radford, Virginia REV. DONALD Michael Hammond 1952 — 2022 Reverend Mr. Donald Michael Hammond, 70, of Radford, Va., and formerly of Bluefield, Va., died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. Deacon Don was born September 10, 1952, in Bluefield, W.Va. and is preceded in death by his parents, John Samuel Hammond and Carol and Robert Stafford, Sr. Don graduated from Bluefield High School in 1970, attended Marshall University, served in the U. S. Navy from 1972 to 1977, and was then employed by Mountaineer Bowling Center and Sandy Valley Lanes. In October 2004, Don was ordained a permanent deacon in the Roman Catholic church in the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, W.Va. He was employed as Catholic Campus Minister at... Denver, North Carolina Terry Joe Childress 1934 — 2022 Terry Joe Childress, 88, of Denver, NC, formerly from Princeton, WV, passed peacefully on December 17 due to complications related to congestive heart failure. He was preceded in passing by his wife of 43 years Lois; mother, Gladys; father, Ted; brother, Jimmy; sister, Brenda; and his second wife of 21 years, Geraldine. He leaves behind his daughter, Terri Lynn and husband Allen Hoffer; grandson, Mike; and wife Andrea along with granddaughter Amara as well as stepchildren, Bill, John, David, Kathy, and step-grandchildren he grew to love as his own. Terry grew up in Hemphill, WV spending the majority of his life in Gary Hollow McDowell County. Terry was a man of many talents - welder,... Ripley, West Virginia Paula Jo Hamrick 1961 — 2022 Paula Jo Dundas Hamrick, 61, beloved wife of Rev. Steven Hamrick, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Paula was the proud mother of her beloved daughter, April Christine Kellie Morales. Paula was the youngest daughter of the late Paul and Betty Dundas. In addition to her husband and daughter, Paula is survived by sisters Valerie Fry (Dennis) and Jane Bowen; nephews Andrew Bowen, Adam Bowen (Robyn), Nick Fry (Megan) and Stephanie Martin (Michael). Additional survivors include great nephews Aiden and Landon Bowen, Cameron and Avery (Skippy) Martin. Felicity, Anne and Lilly Fry are great nieces. We are also greatful for our special friend and neighbor, Brittany Selvage. Paula... Williamsburg, Virginia Sandra Goodwin Green 1946 — 2022 Sandra Goodwin Green, 76, peacefully passed into the Kingdom of the Lord on Friday, November 18, 2022 in Williamsburg, Virginia with her family by her side. Sandra was born in West Virginia to the late James and Marie Goodwin. After attending Bluefield High School, Sandra graduated from Bluefield School of Medical Technology. She later graduated from West Virginia State University. Sandra was blessed and found her true love early in life. She married Daniel Green and they shared 57 years of marriage together. From that marriage grew her greatest achievement in life, her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Sandra was extremely proud of her two... Summerfield, Florida Bennie Joe Cordell 1939 — 2022 Bennie Joe Cordell, 83, of Summerfield, Florida passed away on October 17, 2022. He was born in Raven, Virginia to the late Ruey Cordell and Rose Newberry Cordell. Bennie grew up in West Virginia and moved to Delaware in 1965. He was retired from General Motors of Wilmington, Delaware, member of Nur Shriners of Newcastle, Delaware, Solomon Lodge No. 36 of Newark, Delaware, and 32 Degree ScottishRites Valley of Wilmington, Delaware. Joe was a loving and generous husband, father, and grandfather who was quiet and hardworking; he was the happiest with a tool belt on and a hammer in his hand. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Grubb Cordell; two sons, Gary (Kim) Cordell of Middletown,... Nitro, West Virginia Carl Vernon Addison 1929 — 2022 Carl Vernon Addison, 92, of Nitro went to be with the Lord on October 16, 2022 in Marmet Center after a long illness. Vernon was born November 26, 1929 in Twin Branch, WV to the late Beecher Wilby Addison and Jesse Sue Ellen Henderson Addison. In addition to his parents, Vernon was preceded in death by siblings, Bill, Donald, and Delores. Vernon was an Army Veteran, having served at the Pentagon, retired from Union Carbide, and was member of the Nitro Church of God. Vernon especially enjoyed wood working, making clocks, tables, and doll houses. Left to cherish his memory are loving wife of 73 years, Jo Anne Gammon Addison; children, Karin Jack, Carl Addison Jr. (Valerie), and Melissa... Plano, Texas Ramona Carol Cantos Charney 1940 — 2022 Ramona Carol (Cantos) Charney, 82, of Plano, TX, passed away on September 18, 2022, at Medical City Heart Hospital in Dallas, TX. Born August 6, 1940, in McComas, WV, she was the daughter of Everett Cantos and Maxine Wellman Cantos. Ramona was a member of McComas High School class of 1958. Shortly after graduating she married the love of her life, Andrew Charney, and they began a 41 year journey full of loving memories starting in Princeton, WV and ending in Plano, TX. Ramona had an illustrious career in the financial industry specializing in retail banking and consumer lending. She cherished spending time with family, preparing unforgettable holiday meals, traveling and socializing with... FAIRLAWN, Virginia ADRIS "AL" Albert DAVIS, SR. 1949 — 2022 Adris Albert "Al" Davis, Sr., 72, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at his home in Fairlawn, Va. Al was a true patriot and family man. After graduating from Bramwell High School, he served his Country in the U. S. Marine Corp and the Army Reserves, receiving two Purple Hearts during the Vietnam War. He was a member of VFW Post #1184, American Legion Post #58, and a member of First Missionary Baptist Church (FMBC). Al was a faithful and active member and served as an usher and trustee at FMBC. Al was preceded in death by his wife, Constance T. Banks-Davis; his parents, Albert and Blanche Davis; brother, Ervin Ray Davis; and sister, Maxine "Len" Davis. Left to cherish... Amelia, Virginia Norma Jean Boyles 1934 — 2022 Norma Jean Boyles, age 87. pf Amelia, Va., passed from this life on July 11, 2022. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Ray Boyles, and her daughter, Nancy Gail McMillian, and is survived by her children, Carlene Heath of Mechanicsville, John Wesley Boyles of Sutherland, and Michael James Boyles of Keysville, Va., and her sister; Judy Belcher of Princeton,Va., Also survived by seven grandchildren. Services and interment will be private. Johns Creek, Georgia Sharon E. Pruett 1936 — 2022 Sharon E. Pruett, age 86, of Johns Creek, GA (formerly of Princeton, WV), passed away on June 15, 2022. She was born on February 28, 1936, in Packsville, WV to parents Wilber and Mattie Wright. Sharon met the love of her life (Harold Pruett) while in college and married on February 28, 1956. She was married for 64 years before Harold's passing in 2020. She earned an Associate Degree in Medical Secretarial at National Business College in Roanoke, VA and achieved the Accredited Record Technician (ART) designation. She was a member of the WV State chapter of the American Medical Records Association and held various positions including State President. Sharon started her career in Charleston... Houston Morgan Shott Gibson 1951 — 2022 Morgan Shott Gibson [1951 - 2022] Morgan Shott was born August 21, 1951 in Bluefield, West Virginia. She was the second daughter to Edwin "Ned" E. Shott and Doris Bradford Shott. Both of her parents preceded her in death along with brother Robert Bradford Shott of Carolina Beach, NC and brother-in-law Alfred Forbes of Bluefield, WV. Morgan lost her five-year battle with cancer on April 6, 2022, in Houston, TX. Morgan was survived by her husband Everett K. Gibson, Ph.D. of Houston, TX and her son Bradford Pierce Gibson of Round Rock, TX. She is survived by her sister Martha Sue "Mopsy" Forbes of Bluefield, WV and brothers Thomas C. (Brownie) Shott of Katy, TX and Daniel C. (Sandy)... Middletown, Maryland Paul Etter 1939 — 2022 Paul Etter, 82, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at Frederick Health Hospital. He was the loving husband to the late Bernice Etter for 62 years. Born on December 2, 1939, in Gratton, VA, he was the only son of George Etter and Ercel (Bourne) Etter. Paul served in the US Army and was a retired truck driver, having worked for Ryder/P.I.E and Preston Trucking companies. Mr. Etter is survived by his sons: David Etter and Mark Etter and his wife, Susan, and grandchildren: Luke and Abbie Etter as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 27, from 5:00pm to 7:00 pm at Stauffer Funeral Home, 1621 Opossumtown Pike Frederick,... Ripley Patricia Pat Marino 1941 — 2022 Patricia "Pat" Marino, 80, of Ripley passed away February 6, 2022. She was born on October 18, 1941 in Welch, WV. Pat was raised by her parents and grandparents, the late Noah and Eliza Mahaffey and the late William and Lorena Balcoe. She married Frank J. Marino (deceased 2015) and together they raised two children who made them very proud, Lori Ann Marino Mahan, a retired teacher and Joseph Michael "Mickey" Marino (deceased 1988). Pat spent her life helping others. Even though she was disabled since she was 52-- with a syndrome called P.O.T.S.-- she made it her life's mission to help her family through school and life. She spent countless hours tutoring family members over the phone by...
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