Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Dunbar, WV. and surrounding areas.

John O. Eagle

John O. Eagle

May 26, 2016

John O Eagle, 88, of South Charleston went home to be with his Lord on May 26, 2016. The Eagle Family has lost its beloved and respected patriarch whose unconditional love touched the lives of many. He was ever ready to reach out when a helping hand or a shoulder to cry on was needed whether it be with love...

Nancy C. Keyser

Nancy C. Keyser

May 26, 2016

Nancy C. Keyser, 71, of Cross Lanes, went to be with the Lord at home on May 26, 2016. She was born on April 21, 1945 in Charleston, WV to the late Toddy and Hattie Crowder. Nancy graduated from Morris Harvey College (now University of Charleston) with a degree in nursing. She worked for over 45 years at various hospitals...

Pauline Covert

Pauline Covert

May 23, 2016

Pauline Covert, 90, of St. Albans, went to be with her husband, Jim, and her Heavenly Father on May 23, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Covert; and two sons, Frank and Paul Covert. Pauline is survived by her daughters, Anna Williams (David) of St. Albans, Tammy Covert of Spring Hill and Rebecca Underwood (Arthur) of...

Peter Edgar Rowley

Peter Edgar Rowley

May 21, 2016

Peter Edgar Rowley, 78, of South Charleston departed on May 21, 2016 after a brief illness. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24 at Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston. Visitation will be held one hour prior at the cemetery. Arrangements are in care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

Howard O. Cottrell

Howard O. Cottrell

May 19, 2016

Howard O. Cottrell, 83, of Poca, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 19, 2016 peacefully after a brief illness. He was born April 4, 1933 in Rock Branch, the son of O.B. and Cecil Cottrell. For most of his early years Howard was raised in Dunbar and graduated from Dunbar High School where he played football. His...

Timmie Ray Cook

Timmie Ray Cook

May 18, 2016

Timmie Ray Cook, of Sissonville, born Jan. 1, 1957 in Madison, died at home on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 after a long battle with cancer. He was a 1974 graduate of Van High School in Van. Timmie attended Morris Harvey College in Charleston, where he studied horticulture and business. He was a member of the TKE fraternity. Timmie became a...

Beulah Elsie Wheeler

Beulah Elsie Wheeler

May 16, 2016

Beulah Elsie Wheeler, 92, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, May 16, 2016. She was born April 29, 1924 in Charleston to the late Golden and Flossie Spradling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Oliver Wheeler Sr. and their son William Lee Wheeler. Elsie is survived by her...

Margaret Evelyn Coleman

Margaret Evelyn Coleman

May 15, 2016

Margaret Evelyn Coleman, 97, of Hurricane, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 15, 2016. Margaret was retired from the office of Dr. James F. Slaughter and formerly attended Teays Valley Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Felton Coleman, and her parents, Hilary and Virgie Roberts. Surviving are her children, Billie Ann...

Eli J. Wooten

Eli J. Wooten

May 14, 2016

Eli J. "Jack" Wooten, 80, of Cross Lanes, passed away Saturday May 14, 2016 after a long illness. He was born September 1, 1935 in Jumping Branch, WV, to the late Thomas and Alta Esse Wooten. Jack was a member of the Nitro Moose Lodge #565 and the Nitro Senior Center where he enjoyed playing bingo. He retired from AEP...

Nell Byers

Nell Byers

May 12, 2016

Nell Byers, of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on May 12, 2016 surrounded by loved ones. She was a Christian and attended the Dunbar Mountain Mission. Nell was a very loving wife and mother, who will be missed by everyone who knew her. Nell was preceded in death by her parents, Elree and Lillie King; sisters, Gladys...

Donald E. Peterson

Donald E. Peterson

May 12, 2016

Donald E. Peterson, 86, of Nitro, went home to be with the Lord May 12, 2016 at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston. Don was born April 23, 1930 in LaCrosse, Wisc., to the late Clinton Peterson and Nellie Olson. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Kightley of Charleston; brothers, Norman and Richard Peterson; and sister, Barbara Lepley...

Angie R. Price

Angie R. Price

May 12, 2016

Angie R. Price, 40, of Nitro, passed away on May 12, 2016 at Hubbard Hospice House after complications of a heart attack. She was preceded in death by her mother, Wanda "Tina" Jones. She longed to be with her in heaven. Today they are together again. Angie is survived by her loving husband, Michael; son, Tyler; father, Lonnie Jones of...

Hobert Carroll Monk

Hobert Carroll Monk

May 10, 2016

Hobert "Hobie" Carroll Monk, 80, of Dunbar, received his wings on May 10, 2016. He retired as a truck driver from Yellow Freight after 35-plus years of service. Hobie was a member of Teamsters Local 175 and attended Dunbar First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and Gladys Monk; and brothers, Clifford, Charles, Denver, Donald,...

Cora Leona Hudson

Cora Leona Hudson

May 8, 2016

Cora Leona Hudson, 81, of Dunbar, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2016 at CAMC Memorial after suffering a stroke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley M. Hudson; brother, Larry Duley; and grandfather, Russell C. Hardman. Cora is survived by her daughters, Terrie Workman (Dave), with whom she made her home, Carrie Gasaway (Sam), Connie Thompson (Marshall), all...

Gaynell Tyree

Gaynell Tyree

May 6, 2016

Gaynell Tyree, 74, of Dunbar went home to be with the good Lord on her birthday, May 6, 2016. We thank and praise God for his blessings; we know she isn't suffering or in pain anymore. Gaynell was a happy homemaker, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Tyree; father, Jasper Dyer;...

Martha Lynne Pfundheller

Martha Lynne Pfundheller

May 6, 2016

Martha Lynne Pfundheller, 73, of Cross Lanes passed away May 6, 2016. She was born June 3, 1942 in Charleston to the late Clyde D. and Hazel Marie Hill. Martha graduated from Dunbar High School, class of 1960, where she was the head majorette. She graduated magna cum laude from West Virginia Graduate College with a Master of Arts degree...

Ilene Lou Kidd

Ilene Lou Kidd

Apr 30, 2016

Ilene Lou Kidd, 73, walked through the gates of Heaven to greet her Lord and say hi to her great grandbabies Caleb and Haley on April 30,2016 at Charleston. Ilene leaves behind daughters Terry Cobb and husband Jackie of St. Albans, and Cindy Cook of St. Albans, grandchildren, Michael, Kristy, Joshua; The loves of her life, great grandchildren, Tommy, Dustin,...

Joseph Edwin Anderson

Joseph Edwin Anderson

Apr 28, 2016

Joseph Edwin Anderson, 87, of Cross Lanes, formerly of Dunbar, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 28, 2016 surrounded by his daughters. Joe was born on August 21, 1928 to the late Howard and Irene Anderson. He graduated from Dunbar High School in 1947. Joe was a faithful member of the Cross Lanes United Methodist along...

Mildred Maxine Lanham

Mildred Maxine Lanham

Apr 26, 2016

Mildred Maxine Lanham entered heaven to meet her Lord on April 26, 2016. She was born on February 4, 1932 to the late Eldridge and Martha Means. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Arland E. Lanham, Sr., and brothers Michael Means, C. Herman Means, and James Means. Maxine was a member of the St. Albans Church of...

Charles E. Fish

Charles E. Fish

Apr 26, 2016

Charles E. Fish, 91, of Cross Lanes, was released from his earthly bonds on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, after battling a series of physical illnesses. Born in Albany, Ohio to Stephen L. & Elizabeth L. Fish on January 14, 1925, he and his family later moved to Dunbar where he was a member of Dunbar United Methodist Church, and played...

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