Gladys M. Dague
Gladys Marie Dague, 85, of Orlando, Fla., died early Friday morning at the home of her daughter in Apopka following a brave battle with cancer.
She was born Nov. 29, 1920, in Nebo, W.Va., the 11th child of the late John and Elizabeth Tanner Starcher.
On July 11, 1944, she married Harland Leroy Dague, who preceded her in death on Dec. 9, 1991.
Also preceding her in death were a stepson, Ivan Dague, seven brothers and five sisters.
Survivors include two sons, Philip Dague and wife, Pat, of Wooster, Ohio, and John Dague and wife, Jackie, of Jacksonville, Fla.; five daughters, Carolyn O’Brien of Seville, Ohio, Connie Markley of Medina, Ohio, Deborah Christian and husband, Gary, of Vancouver, Wash., Sandra Bennett and husband, Kenneth, of Coalton, and Jill Floyd and husband, Dan, of Apopka, Fla.; 17 grandchildren;15 great-grandchildren; two sisters and three brothers.
Gladys was a member of the Conway United Methodist Church. She loved to read, watch television news and play Canasta with friends and family.
The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday at the Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home at 2811 Curry Ford Road in Orlando. Funeral services will be conducted at noon Tuesday from the funeral home chapel.
The Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Gladys Marie Dague. (407) 898-2561.  From 31 Dec 2005. 

Ruth P. Dahmer
Ruth P. Dahmer, 95, of Ripley and formerly of Franklin, died Tuesday, April 12, 2005, at Eldercare of West Virginia in Ripley.
Friends may call after noon Friday at Kimble Funeral Home in Franklin. Friends may also call from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., the service hour, Sunday at Franklin Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Donald Wilkinson will officiate and interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Franklin.  From 14 Apr 2005.

Arthur B. Daniel Jr.
Arthur Barron Daniels Jr., 40, died Monday, Feb. 21, 2005.
He was owner of A.B. Daniels Construction Co. He was an alumnus of Richard Bland College and VCU.
He was predeceased by his father, Arthur Barron Daniels Sr.
He is survived by his mother, Shirley T. Daniels; one sister, Shawna D. Henderson of Powhatan, Va.; one brother, Bryant Daniels of Colonial Heights, Va.; one niece, Elizabeth Dean Henderson of Richmond, Va.; one nephew, Joseph Thomas Henderson of Colonial Heights, Va.; paternal grandmother, Edna Newsome of Colonial Heights, Va.; and maternal grandmother, Betty J. Atkinson of Elkins.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss and Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service.  From 11 Mar 2005.

Betty J. Daniels
Betty Jane Foster Daniels, 61, a resident of Route 2, French Creek, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2005, in St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon.
She was born Oct. 16, 1943, in Barbour County, a daughter of the late Bernard H. Sr. and Sarah E. McDonald Foster.
She was united in marriage Nov. 28, 1970, in Upshur County, to Howard J. Daniels, who preceded her in death Jan. 21, 2005.
Surviving are three sons, Howard J. Daniels Jr. of French Creek, Steven Wayne McLean and wife, Stacy, of Buckhannon and Jeffrey Scott McLean and wife, Evlyn, of French Creek; three grandchildren, Steven McLean and wife, Sierra, and Chris and Patrick McLean, all of Buckhannon; two great-grandchildren, Landon and Jaylen McLean; seven brothers, Bernard H. Foster and wife, Debbie, of Ohio, Vincin L. Foster and wife, Pam, Luther D. Foster and wife, Reta, William C. Foster, Arnold L. Foster and wife, Diana, and Ronald L. Foster and wife, Debbie, all of Philippi, and Michael W. Foster and wife, Dawn, of Chambersburg, Pa.; two sisters, Barbara A. Gillis of Philippi and Minnie A. Stewart and husband, Jim, of Newport News, Va.; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by one son, Terry Lynn McLean, who died Dec. 26, 1984.
She was a housekeeper for Holbrook’s Nursing Home for 17 years, a homemaker and a Methodist by faith.
A memorial fellowship service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, in the Tacy Community Center. Wright Funeral Home services.  From 23 Sep 2005.

Doris Daniels
Doris Daniels, 77, a resident of Bell Crouch Road, where she had made her home with her daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth “Betty” and Bill Taylor, for the past 10 years, passed away March 6, 2005, at 7:50 p.m., in the Davis Memorial Hospital emergency room.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete. F.E. Runner Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Doris Daniels.  From 8 Mar 2005. 

Doris Daniels
Doris Daniels, 77, a former resident of Kings Run Road and a resident of Bell Crouch Road, Huttonsville, where she had made her home with her daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Bill Taylor, for the past 10 years, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2005, at 7:50 p.m. in Davis Memorial Hospital emergency room. She had been in failing health for the past eight years, however her death was unexpected.
Born Nov. 9, 1927, in Baltimore, Md., she was the only daughter of the late Walter Bohanna and Elizabeth Q. Moorehead Burkheart.
Doris was twice married. On June 5, 1944, she was united in marriage to William L. Tootill Sr., who preceded her in death June 2, 1990. In October 1979, she was united in marriage to Jack C. Daniels, who proceeded her in death Aug. 27, 1984.
She is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Taylor and husband, Bill, of Huttonsville and Doris “Dotty” Stiverson and companion, Reginald “Doc” Reed, of Mill Creek; five sons, William L. “Bill” Tootill and wife, Sharon, of Euphoria, Okla., Leonard Tootill and wife, Marilyn, of Lumberton, N.C., John R. Tootill and wife, Barbara, of Carney, Md., Raymond H. Tootill and wife, Mary of Dundalk, Md., and Harry T. Tootill and wife, Donna, of Baltimore, Md.; one stepson, Richard Daniels of Virginia; 15 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, two stepgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Doris was the last surviving member of her immediate family having been preceded in death by one stepdaughter and one stepson.
Doris was employed at the former Beverly Restaurant in the 1960s and was a wonderful homemaker, cook, mother and grandmother. Doris loved to read, listen to gospel music and spend time with her family and grandchildren. Doris will be greatly missed by her family and friends and will remain in their hearts forever.
Friends will be received at F.E. Runner Funeral Home Chapel today after 6 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Runner Chapel. The Rev. Thomas Eidell will officiate and interment will follow in Valley Head Cemetery at Valley Head. The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society in Doris’ name. The F.E. Runner Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Doris Daniels.  From 9 Mar 2005.

Doris L. Daniels
Doris L. Daniels, 74, a resident of Mill Creek, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2005, in the Charleston Area Medical Center
following an extended illness.
She was born June 6, 1930, at Mill Creek, a daughter of the late Albert and Francis Lily McCauley Jenkins.
On Aug. 5, 1956, at Mabie, she was married to Clifford Daniels, who survives.
Also surviving is one son, Charles Junior Daniels and wife, Kathy, of Fort Monroe, Va.; two daughters, Sandra Leah McCauley Wegman and husband, John, and Cynthia L. Swecker and friend, Jerry Zickefoose, all of Mill Creek; two sisters, Isabelle Shockey of Charlestown and Beth Skinner of Elkins. Four grandchildren, Samuel J. Wegman and Victoria M. Fuston, both of Valley Bend, Christopher J. Daniels of Fort Monroe, Va., and Terra L. Olivarez of Fort Sill, Okla.; and two great-grandchildren, Shantelle Brooke Wegman of Valley Bend and Jesslynn Olivarez of Fort Sill, Okla., also survive.
Also preceding her in death was one son, Daniel Albert McCauley; four brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. today at the Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins. On Wednesday morning, June 1, Mrs. Daniels will be moved to the Mill Creek Memorial Mission Church where friends may call from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Frank Long and the Rev. Randy Long will officiate and interment will follow in the Jerusalem Cemetery. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Doris L. Daniels. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com.  From 31 May 2005.

Herbert G. Daniels
Herbert G. “Hub” Daniels, 87, a former resident of Dailey and a resident of Route 1, Mill Creek, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2005, at 6:30 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Hospital, where he was admitted earlier in the week.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the F. E. Runner Funeral Home for Herbert G. “Hub” Daniels. (304) 637-6717.   From 1 Apr 2005.

Mary E. Daniels
Mary E. Daniels, 80, of 145 Hall St., Clarksburg, died at 6:10 a.m. Wednesday, March 9, 2005, at United Hospital Center following an extended illness.
She was born in Elkins Jan. 8, 1925, a daughter of the late Guy W. and Ethel Mae Daniels Daniels.
Surviving are two brothers and sisters-in-law, Alton G. and Mary Sue Daniels and Robert R. and Dotty Daniels, all of Elkins; a half sister and brother-in-law, Orlea Dale and Adrian Combs of Hazard, Ky.; a close special friend, Retta Jean West of Clarksburg; and several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews.
Miss Daniels was also preceded in death by one sister, Delores Sedivy; a half brother, Gavin W. Daniels; and a half sister, Bernadine Poe.
Mary graduated from Elkins High School in the class of 1942. She was hired as secretary of First Presbyterian Church of Clarksburg Jan. 4, 1944, as she was completing her studies at West Virginia Business College. She then joined as a member of the church April 6, 1944. Mary served the church as secretary and office administrator for 46 years, retiring April 30, 1990. She also served the church as a deacon on the Board of Deacons, and Elder on Session and on the Board of Trustees. She was a member of the Presbyfriends and Circle 4 of the church and received an honorary life membership in Presbyterian Women. She also taught hundreds of young people in her Sunday school classes and will be remembered for her willingness to serve the church in any capacity. Mary also loved tending to her beautiful garden in her backyard or cooking up some gourmet speciality in her kitchen. She loved doing her needlepoint and crewel work, for which she had won several blue ribbons. She also loved visiting with her family at the Daniels Homestead Farm on Chenoweth Creek in Elkins.
Friends may call at Davis-Weaver Funeral Home, 329 E. Main St., Clarksburg, from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday. A funeral service will be held at First Presbyterian Church at 11 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. Dr. Eric M. Faust presiding. She will lie in state at the church from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Bridgeport Cemetery.  From 10 Mar 2005.

Howard Daniels Sr.
Howard Jackson Daniels Sr., 72, a resident of Route 2 in French Creek, passed away Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at his residence.
He was born Jan. 9, 1933, in Barbour County, a son of the late Harold Cecil and Cora M. White Daniels.
He was united in marriage Nov. 28, 1970, in Upshur County to Betty Jane Foster, who survives in French Creek.
Also surviving are three stepsons, Howard J. Daniels Jr. of French Creek, Steven Wayne McLean and Jeffery Scott McLean, both of Buckhannon; three grandchildren, one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one son, Terry Lynn Daniels. He was the last of his immediate family.
He was a heavy equipment operator for Universal Coal Co., served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was a Methodist by faith.
In honor of Mr. Daniels’ request, his body was cremated and a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Wright Funeral Home services.  From 27 Jan 2005.

Ralph A. Daniels
Ralph A. Daniels, 92, a resident of Main Street, Beverly, departed this life early this morning, Sept. 15, 2005, at his home. He had been in declining health.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of Lohr & Barb Funeral Home for Ralph A. Daniels. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 15 Sep 2005.

Ralph A. Daniels
Ralph Arnold Daniels, 92, a resident of Main Street, Beverly, departed this life early Thursday morning, Sept. 15, 2005, at his home. He had been in declining health.
He was born Monday, Jan. 27, 1913, at Files Creek, Beverly, a son of the late Henry Harper Daniels and Vie Ellen Isner Daniels.
On May 6, 1939, at Monterey, Va., he was married to the former Elva Louise Zickefoose, who preceded him in death June 4, 2001. They had celebrated 62 years of marriage.
Surviving are three brothers, John L. Daniels and Dale H. Daniels, both of Beverly, and Warren Thomas Daniels of Elkins; two sisters, Mildred Ervin of Hollywood, Md., and Anna Marie Kittle of Elkins; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Emmel Bennett of Cherry Grove; two grandchildren, Lee David Daniels of Fort Worth, Texas, and Holly Anna Saxe and husband, Scott, of Atlanta, Ga.; and two great-grandchildren, Gabriella and Jordan Saxe.
Preceding him in death besides his parents and wife were one son, David Lee Daniels; one brother, Charles Daniels; and four sisters, Opal Ash, Iva Irene Vanscoy, Gertrude Kile and Willajean Hamrick.
Ralph attended Millstone School at Files Creek and Beverly High School and was a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific. He had worked for the Dutch Oven Bakery and Painter & Wood, was an auto mechanic having worked at Smith Chevrolet and Foster Chevrolet and had retired in 1979 from Craig’s Auto Parts. He was a member of the Randolph Lodge 55, AF & AM and was a 32nd degree Mason. He was a member of the Osiris Shrine of Wheeling Tygarts Valley Shrine Club, H. W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion, Tygarts Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Elkins Lodge 116 IOOF, Beverly Volunteer Fire Department and the Beverly United Methodist Church.
The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. today. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home chapel, Saturday, Sept. 17, at 11 a.m. The Rev. Donald L. Fitzwater will officiate and interment will follow at the Beverly Cemetery at Beverly, where the Randolph Lodge 55 AF & AM will conduct Masonic graveside rites. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Ralph Arnold Daniels. Condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 16 Sep 2005.

Ralph A. Daniels
The family received friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home chapel today at 11 a.m. The Rev. Donald L. Fitzwater will officiate and interment will follow at the Beverly Cemetery at Beverly, where the Randolph Lodge 55 A.F. & A.M. will conduct Masonic graveside rites. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Ralph Arnold Daniels. Condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 17 Sep 2005.

Shirley T. Daniels
Shirley T. Daniels, widow of Arthur Barron Daniels Sr., died March 2, 2005.
She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Teter; and son, Arthur Barron Daniels Jr.
She is survived by her mother, Betty J. Adkinson; one brother, James and Joy Teter of Harman; two sisters, Brenda and Dennis Worrell of Amelia, Va., and Linda and James Foster of Huntsville, Ala.; one daughter, Shawna D. Henderson of Powhatan, Va.; one son, Bryant K. Daniels of Colonial Heights, Va.; and two grandchildren Joseph T. Henderson of Colonial Heights, Va., and Elizabeth D. Henderson of Richmond, Va.
In lieu of flowers, donations are to be made to your local SPCA. Funeral services and interment to be announced later. The family has entrusted final arrangements to the K.L. Jordan Funeral Services of Richmond.  From 11 Mar 2005.

Pam K. Daugherty
Pam Kelly Daugherty, 46, a former resident of Elkins, passed away Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, at 3 p.m. at her residence in Charleston. She had been in her usual health and death was sudden and unexpected.
The F.E. Runner Funeral is in charge of the arrangements for Pam Kelly Daugherty.  From 26 Jan 2005.

Pamela K. Daugherty
Pamela “Pam” Kelly Daugherty, 46, a former resident of Elkins, passed away Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, at 3 p.m., at her residence in Charleston, where she had made her home for the past several years. She had been in her usual health and death was sudden and unexpected.
Born Dec. 31, 1958, at Elkins, she was the only daughter of the late June and Carrie Barrickman Kelly.
She is survived by one daughter, Brogan Kimber Daugherty; one son, Ryan Lee Daugherty, both at home in Charleston; one granddaughter, Kaylee Leslie Daugherty; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends
She was a graduate of Elkins High School with the class of 1977. In 1980, she graduated from Davis & Elkins College Nursing School as a registered nurse. At the time of her death, she was employed at Riverside Nursing Home in St. Albans as assistant director of nursing. She had also worked for Genesis Elder Care, Charleston Area Medical Center, Valley Center Nursing Home and Thomas Memorial Hospital, all in the Charleston area.
She loved fishing and hunting. Her other hobbies included traveling and reading. She also liked helping people. She was a loving mother, grandmother and nurse.
Preceding her in death besides her parents was one brother, Denny Kelly.
Pam will be sadly missed by all who knew her and especially her family. She will remain forever in our hearts.
Friends will be received at F.E. Runner Funeral Home Friday after 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held from Runner Chapel Saturday at 2 p.m. The Rev. Frank Long, pastor of Mill Creek Memorial Mission Church, will officiate. At her request, after the services her remains will be cremated. The F.E. Runner Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Pamela “Pam” Kelly Daugherty.  From 27 Jan 2005.

Maxine R. Davidson
Maxine Ruth Davidson, 66, of 45 Starcrest Ave., Bassett, Va., died Monday, Jan. 31, 2005, at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville.
She was born in Randolph County, the daughter of Pauline Ware Arbogast of Valley Head and the late Orval Arbogast.
Mrs. Davidson had previously been employed by Village Market and Virginia Wesleyan Community College as post office supervisor. She was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving in addition to her mother are her husband, Robert G. Davidson, of the residence; daughters and sons-in-law, Vicki and Doug Rogers of Clintonville, Wis., and Debra Louk and Steve Tinelli of Buckhannon; son and daughter-in-law, Vernon Wayne and Karen Louk of Bridgeport; brother, Roger Arbogast of Valley Head; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be a private funeral service. Friends may visit Norris Funeral Services Chapel or the family will receive friends at the residence. Norris Funeral Services Inc. & Crematory is serving the Davidson family.
God saw she was getting tired and a cure was not to be, So He put His arms around her and whispered, “Come with Me.” With tearful eyes we watched her fade away, And though we loved her dearly, we could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
We love and will miss you Mom ... Until we meet again ... From 2 Feb 2005.

Bertha M. Davis
Bertha M. Davis, 82, of Ravenna, Ohio, formerly of Frank, passed away Friday, Feb. 4, 2005, at Robinson Memorial Hospital.
She was born Oct. 5, 1922, in Bemis, to the late Omer H. and Flossie M. Clayton Davis.
Survivors include two daughters, Violet Nelson and husband, Jesse, of Ravenna, Ohio, and Ann Doyle and husband, Roy, of Staunton, Va.; one son, James E. Eary of Rootstown, Ohio; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Catherine Morris of Lancaster, Pa., and Virginia Townsend of Frank; and one brother, Fred Davis of Spokane, Wash.
Bertha was preceded in death by three brothers, James, Delton and Omer E. Davis.
Visitation will be held Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Arbovale. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Arbovale Cemetery. You may share your memories at www.mem.com.  From 7 Feb 2005. 

Charles H. Davis
Charles “Chuck” Huff Davis, 79, a resident of Mansfield Place and a former resident of Woodsboro Drive, Philippi, passed away Thursday, Dec. 29, 2005, in Mansfield Place of Broaddus Hospital.
He was born June 25, 1926, at La Jolla, Calif., a son of the late John L. Jr. and Dorothy MacLeod Davis.
Mr. Davis was preceded in death by one brother, John L. “Bud” Davis.
Mr. Davis served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II.
Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home at 216 N. Walnut St. in Philippi today from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 1, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the service hour, with Pastor Bryan Headley officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery with honour guard of the American Legion Post 44 conducting military rites. Wright Funeral Home services.  From 31 Dec 2005.

Dennis J. Davis
Dennis Junior Davis, 59, a resident of N. Randolph Avenue, Elkins, passed away at 7:25 a.m. Friday, Sept. 2, 2005, in Davis Memorial Hospital.
He was born Dec. 24, 1945, in Bowden, a son of the late Dennis Robert and Bergetta White Davis.
Surviving are his former wife, Wilma Kirkpatrick and children of Elkins; his fiance, Liz Hutton of Elkins; a daughter, Lisa Michele Woods and husband, Eric, of Elkins; and three stepchildren, Bobby Hutton, Brad Hutton and Annette Lambert, all of Elkins; one brother, Allen Dale Davis and wife, Violet, of Virginia; three sisters, Rosalee McPhearson of Princeton, Paula Bowers of Elkins and Bruceanna Jackson of Charleston; a grandson, Brandon Woods; and nine stepgrandchildren, Zachery, Jessica, Bradlee, Cody, Trey, Colby and Grant Hutton and Cortney and Christina Lambert.
Two brothers, Leon and Gary Davis; and one stepgranddaughter, Brittany Hutton preceded him in death.
He remained very dear friends with Kaye and Bob Wood until his death. Junior had worked as truck boss for R.W. Wood Trucking in the 1970s before being employed with Butcher Trucking. He worked as the manager at the Forest Festival Apartments retiring following several years of self-employment. He loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting, horseback riding and motorcycles and enjoyed evenings spent at Scotties Restaurant. He was a Protestant by faith.
Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Eli Hostetler officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain State Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, West Virginia Affiliate, P.O. Box 11062, Charleston, W.Va. 25339. Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Dennis Junior Davis. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com.  From 6 Sep 2005. 

George W. Davis
Mr. George William Davis, 49, a resident of 295 Bellview St., Buckhannon, departed this life Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005, at his residence. He had been in declining health, however death was unexpected.
He was born Oct. 9, 1956, at Paris, France, a son of Cecil Wayne Davis and Mary Randall Davis, who survives at Crystal River, Fla.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by two daughters, Kim Bender and husband, Ron, of Buckhannon and Nicole Mcie and husband, Raymond, of Weston; two sons, George William “Skip” Davis II of Buckhannon and Derek Smith and wife, Angie, of Buckhannon; one brother, Jeff Davis and wife, Christina; and three sisters, Becky Smith and husband, Dolan, Cindy Davis, and Jenny Gibbons and husband, Jeff, all of Crystal River, Fla. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Bo Rizer, Courtney Oldaker, Kaitlyn Rizer, Cheyenne and Dakota Mcie.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Cecil Wayne Davis Jr.
Mr. Davis was a graduate of Crystal River High School in Crystal River, Fla., was a production manager for Viking Pools in Jane Lew, was a member of the National Rifle Association and the National Wildlife Turkey Federation Association, and a former member of the Ducks Unlimited. He was a Southern Baptist by faith.
Friends will be received at Talbott Funeral Home in Belington Thursday, Dec. 29, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., the funeral hour, when final rites will be conducted by the Rev. Holly Hoover. Interment will follow in Lovett Chapel Cemetery near Belington. Talbott Funeral Home of Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. George William Davis.  From 28 Dec 2005.

Myron J. Davis
Myron Judah Davis, 22, of Bartow, passed away Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005, at Davis.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Arbovale. There will be no funeral services. Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home of Arbovale in charge of arrangements.  From 20 Oct 2005.

Rebecca S. Davis
Rebecca Sue Davis, 45, a resident of Buckhannon, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, at Mercy General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pa.
She was born May 13, 1959, at Buckhannon, a daughter of the late Merl Wilbur Campbell and Vada V. Miller Campbell.
On June 26, 1982, she was united in marriage to David Joseph Davis, who survives at Buckhannon.
Also surviving are one daughter, Jenna Jo Davis of Buckhannon; three brothers, Robert Campbell of Morgantown, Carl Campbell of French Creek and Stephen Campbell of Buckhannon; one sister, Judy Tenney of Buckhannon; and six nieces and nephews, Sharon Kay Turner, Tresea Campbell-Cozort, Daniel Scott Campbell, Carla Campbell-Dean, Denise Post and Vanessa Lovejoy.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one niece, Pamela Sue Campbell; and two nephews, Marcus Allen Campbell and Patrick Tenney.
She was a homemaker and manager of Aesops Cafe.
Friends will be received Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Poling-St Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. from the funeral home chapel. The Rev. Ed Lowhter will officiate and interment will follow at Buckhannon Memorial Park in Buckhannon.   From 3 Feb 2005. 

Euva R. Day
Euva Ruth Day, 89, formerly of Belington, died Monday, Sept. 19, 2005, in Millersville, Md.
Born May 24, 1916, in Marlinton, she was the daughter of Walter and Ada Grimes of Huntersville, Pocahontas County. She was twice married. First in April 1934, she was married to Gaston T. Webb of Alderson, who preceded her in death. Second in 1952, she married Mason C. Day of Belington, who preceded her in death in 1983.
She is survived by one son, Jackson T. Webb and daughter-in-law, Sandra, of Millersville, Md.; two granddaughters, Sheri German of Marriottsville, Md. and Julie Cooper of Centreville, Va.; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; two nieces, Marcelle Ryder of Huntersville and Pat Kerns of Hillsboro; two nephews, Dwain Wilcox of Hillsboro and Gerald Grimes of Prattville, Ala.; and two sisters-in-law, Imogene Everson of Belington and Ruth Wagoner of Philippi.
Preceding her in death were four sisters, Verian Ritchie, Leah McLaughlin, Delphia King and Georgene Cutlip; and two brothers, Ermon Grimes and Ellis Grimes.
Mrs. Day was a faithful member of Faith Way Baptist Church, Belington.
A memorial service will be held at Faith Way Baptist Church Monday, Sept. 22, at 11 a.m., with interment to follow at the Fraternal Cemetery of Belington. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in her honor to the Faith Way Baptist Church, 807 Johnson Ave., Belington, W.Va. 26250.  From 21 and 22 Sep 2005. 

Gerald Day
Gerald “Whitey” Day, 73, a resident of Route 3, Elkins, passed away Sunday afternoon, Jan. 9, 2005, in Davis Memorial Hospital.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins for Gerald “Whitey” Day.  From 10 Jan 2005.

Gerald W. Day
Gerald Wilson “Whitey” Day, 73, a lifelong resident of the Glenmore community, Elkins, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, in Davis Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. Death was attributed to cancer.
He was born Oct. 28, 1931, at Elkins, a son of the late Isaac Cecil and Ourtilia May Mallow Day.
On April 28, 1955, at Elkins, he was united in marriage to Joy Hallie Bell, who survives.
Also surviving are one daughter, Vera Dawn Lewis and husband, Frank “Chip”, of Elkins; one son, Gerald Wilson “Jerry” Day Jr. and wife, Christina “Tia”, of Prince George County, Va.; four grandchildren, Stephanie Dawn Lewis of Monongah, Kevin Guy Lewis of Elkins, [--]; two stepgrandchildren, Crystal Marie Valenta and Bryan Keith Valenta Jr., both of Prince George County, Va.; one great-grandson, Joshua Garrett Warner of Monongah; three sisters, Rosetta Violet Pingley and husband, Cecil, of Amherst, Ohio, Geraldine Susan Cook of Elkins and Betty May Cook and husband, Paul, of Louisville, Ohio; three brothers, Leonard Mycles “Mike” Day and wife, Emma, of Elkins, Earl Trevey Day and wife, Mamion, of Louisville, Ohio, and David Cecil Day and wife, Wilda, of Elkins; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were nine brothers, Lester, Gordon, Baxter, Carl, Clyde, Frank, Glen, Homer and Nevin Day; and four sisters, Delphia Humphrey, Zona Franck, Leerenna Everhart and Gertrude White; and several nieces and nephews.
He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and served in the U.S. Army. He was retired from General Service Administration at the Federal Building where he worked in maintenance, with his prior occupations being lumberman at Masons, Allegheny and Kitzmiller Lumber mills, coal miner at Kitt Energy in Philippi, U.S. Forestry Service, farmer and was an avid gardener. He was a member of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and the Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a member of Goff Street Church of Christ.
Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday from the funeral home chapel with ministers Ronald Reeves and Mike Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in Bell Cemetery at Kelly Mountain where full military rites will be accorded at the gravesite by members of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and Tygart Valley Post 3647 VFW. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Gerald Wilson “Whitey” Day.   From 11 Jan 2005.

Gerald W. Day
Gerald Wilson “Whitey” Day, 73, a lifelong resident of the Glenmore community, Elkins, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, in the Davis Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. Death was attributed to cancer.
He was born Oct. 28, 1931, at Elkins, a son of the late Isaac Cecil and Ourtilia May Mallow Day.
On April 28, 1955, at Elkins, he was united in marriage to Joy Hallie Bell, who survives.
Also surviving are one daughter, Vera Dawn Lewis and husband, Frank “Chip,” of Elkins; one son, Gerald Wilson “Jerry” Day Jr. and wife, Christina “Tia,” of Prince George County, Va.; four grandchildren, Stephanie Dawn Lewis of Monongah, Kevin Guy Lewis of Elkins,  [--]; two stepgrandchildren, Crystal Marie Valenta and Bryan Keith Valenta Jr., both of Prince George County, Va.; one great-grandson, Joshua Garrett Warner of Monongah; three sisters, Rosetta Violet Pingley and husband, Cecil, of Amherst, Ohio, Geraldine Susan Cook of Elkins and Betty May Cook and husband, Paul, of Louisville, Ohio; three brothers, Leonard Mycles “Mike” Day and wife, Emma, of Elkins, Earl Trevey Day and wife, Mamion, of Louisville, Ohio and David Cecil Day and wife, Wilda, of Elkins; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were nine brothers, Lester, Gordon, Baxter, Carl, Clyde, Frank, Glen, Homer and Nevin Day; and four sisters, Delphia Humphrey, Zona Franck, Leerenna Everhart and Gertrude White; and several nieces and nephews.
He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and served in the U.S. Army. He was retired from General Service Administration at the federal building where he worked in maintenance, with his prior occupations being lumberman at Masons, Allegheny and Kitzmiller Lumber mills, coal miner at Kitt Energy in Philippi, U.S. Forestry Service, farmer and was an avid gardener. He was a member of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and the Tygart Valley Post 3647 Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a member of Goff Street Church of Christ.
Friends were received Tuesday at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today from the funeral home chapel with ministers Ronald Reeves and Mike Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in Bell Cemetery at Kelly Mountain where full military rites will be accorded at the gravesite by members of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion and Tygart Valley Post 3647 VFW. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Gerald Wilson “Whitey” Day.  From 12 Jan 2005. 

William “Billy” Day
William “Billy” Day, 33, a resident of Valley Head, passed away at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at his residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins for William “Billy” Day.  From 21 Jan 2005.

William Day
William “Billy” Day, 33, a resident of Valley Head, passed away at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at his residence.
He was born April 28, 1971, at Baltimore, Md., a son of the late William Merryman Day and the late Marie Ellen Pritt Day.
He was married to Leslie Marie Day, who survives at Valley Head.
Also surviving are one son, Seth Day, at home; and a daughter, Tristin Day of Pocahontas County.
Billy was employed as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator for the West Virginia Department of Highways. He loved fishing with his children.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins.  From 22 Jan 2005.

William Day
William “Billy” Day, 33, a resident of Valley Head, passed away at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today from the Tomblyn Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Ellis E. Conley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mingo Cemetery. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for William “Billy” Day.  From 24 Jan 2005.

Ruth M. Dayton
Ruth Diana Menis Dayton, 70, a native of Randolph County and for the past 36 years a resident of the Portage Lakes community in Akron, Ohio, departed this life Tuesday, April 26, 2005, after a brief but valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.
She was born Thursday, March 28, 1935, at Wymer, a daughter of the late John D. Menis and Georgia G. White Menis, who survives at Beverly.
Also surviving are her husband of 36 years, Jack A. Dayton of Akron, Ohio; her twin sister, Ruby E. Menis Elza; one nephew, John T. Elza; two nieces, Debra Elza Hamrick and Kimberly Elza Wilkie and husband, Jim; one great-nephew, Jayson T. Hamrick; and several aunts and uncles.
Preceding her in death besides her father were a brother-in-law, Ernest J. Elza, and her in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Dayton.
Ruth was a graduate of Beverly High School and Mountain State Business College at Parkersburg. In her early career, she worked for several local businesses and the town of Beverly. A lifelong business professional and former director of Mailing Services for the United Rubber Workers, she retired from the U.S. Steel Workers after 36 years of service. Her joy in life was her family and she will be greatly missed by them.
The family will receive friends at the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home chapel Saturday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Donald L. Fitzwater and the Pastor Larry Poling will officiate and interment will follow at the Mountain State Memorial Gardens at Gilman. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Ruth Diana Menis Dayton. Condolences may be made at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 28 Apr 2005.

Ruth D. Dayton
The family will receive friends at the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home chapel Saturday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Donald L. Fitzwater and Pastor Larry Poling will officiate and interment will follow at the Mountain State Memorial Gardens at Gilman. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Ruth Diana Menis Dayton.  From 29 Apr 2005.

Ruth D. Dayton
The family received friends at the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins Friday. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home chapel today at 11 a.m. The Rev. Donald L. Fitzwater and Pastor Larry Poling will officiate. Interment will follow at the Mountain State Memorial Gardens at Gilman. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Ruth Diana Menis Dayton.  From 30 Apr 2005.

Clinton A. Dean
Clinton Andrew Truman Dean, 79, a resident of Route 4, Philippi, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2005, in Broaddus Hospital.
He was born July 3, 1925, in Buckhannon, a son of the late Okey Morgan and Elsie Maude Bonnell Dean.
He was united in marriage to the former Judith Ann Golden, who survives.
Also surviving are five daughters, Connie Loise Davis and husband, Thomas, and Cheryl Golden and husband, Mike, all of Union Road, Philippi, Mary Lou Streets and husband, Claude, of Valley Furnace, Tammy Stuart and husband, Charles, of Overfield Road, Philippi, and Mary Bennett of Belington; eight sons, James E. Dean and wife, Patricia, of Ohio, Larry Ritter and wife, Barbara, of Butler, Pa., Terry Ritter and wife, Pat, of Cranberry, Pa., Tom Ritter and wife, Seda, of Biloxi, Miss., Clinton Junior Dean and wife, Denise, of Revenna, Ohio, William Golden and wife, Erin, of Dayton, Va., Clinton Andrew Dean and wife, Sherry, of Pax and Eric Dean and wife, Kelly, of Philippi; four sisters, Pauline Niss and Christine Sherman, both of Trumansburg, N.Y., Virginia L. Shanabarger of Mt. Liberty and Rachael Lantz and husband, Aubrey, of Akron, Ohio; 54 grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Mr. Dean was preceded in death by two sisters, Leona Dean and Francis Ball; two brothers, Okey Jr. Dean and Maynard Dean; and two sons, Gary Dean and Donald Dean.
Mr. Dean retired from Pittson Coal Co. as a belt foreman. He was a member of United Mine Workers District 31 and attended the Church of Christ.
Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home, 21 N. Walnut St., Philippi, on Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the service hour, with Evangelist R.D. Ice officiating. Mr. Dean’s request for cremation will be honored. Wright Funeral Home services.  From 10 Mar 2005.

Lillian V. Dean
Lillian V. Dean, 87, of Route 6, Box 479-4, Buckhannon, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, at Holbrook’s Nursing Home in Buckhannon.
She was born June 1, 1917, at Buckhannon, a daughter of the late James Perry Mouser and Grace Lee Simons Mouser.
On Dec. 2, 1933, she was united in marriage to Aaron B. Dean, who preceded her in death Dec. 5, 1992.
She is survived by four sons, William Dean and wife, Carol, David Dean, James W. Dean and wife, Erma, and Roy B. Dean and wife, Sandra, all of Buckhannon; three daughters, Irene Hood and husband, James, of South Hill, Va., Phyllis Gorney and husband, Frank, of Wilmington, Ill., and Virginia Rose Kline of Wooster, Ohio; one sister-in-law, Polly Mouser of Radcliff, Ky.; 18 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one brother, Wilson Mouser, two sisters, Willard Weaver and Virgie Crites; and one granddaughter, Deborah Dean.
She was custodian for Columbia Gas Co. and attended South Buckhannon Mission.
Friends will be received Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Friday at 1 p.m. from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Ed Lowther officiating. Interment will follow at Heavner Cemetery in Buckhannon.  From 2 Feb 2005.

Zelda D. Dean
Zelda Dale Dean, 94, a resident of Route 4, Buckhannon, died Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005, in Nella’s Nursing Home at Elkins.
She was born March 17, 1911, at Wildel, a daughter of the late Mason L. Wolfe and Millie Scott Wolfe.
On Dec. 24, 1929, she was married to Arnett Dean, who preceded her in death Oct. 24, 2002.
Surviving are three sons, George Edward Dean of Buckhannon, Larry Dean of Coinjock, N.C., and Gale Dean and wife, Linda, of Duck, N.C.; two daughters, Edith Kelly and husband, Walter, of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Joanne Scruggs and husband, Lonnie, of Chesapeake, Va.; one sister, Vera Frederick of Weston; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death were one daughter, Elaine Tenney; two sisters, Ernestine “Susie” Miller and Elizabeth “Betty” Hines; one infant brother, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
She was a homemaker and attended Mt. Rupert United Methodist Church. She was a member of WSCS, United Methodist Women and was a faithful pianist for the church for more than 50 years.
Friends will be received from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Poling officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Rupert Church Cemetery at Buckhannon. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.  From 16 Sep 2005.

Herbert E. DeGarmo
Herbert E. DeGarmo, 80, a resident of Buckhannon, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, in Holbrook Nursing Home.
He was born Aug. 20, 1925, at Suncrest in Webster County, a son of the late Charles William “Charlie” and Fannie Gillispie DeGarmo.
He was married to Madalene Anita Nutter DeGarmo of Buckhannon. They had celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary Christmas day.
Surviving in addition to his wife are five daughters, Karen Sue Boyles and husband, Ken, of Buckhannon, Catherine M. Simons and husband, Dirk, of Charlotte, N.C., Barbara D. Alherimi and husband, Naim, of Navarre, Fla., Sharon Walia and husband, Neelu, of Antioch, Calif., and Sandra L. Williams and husband, Ron, of Buckhannon; four sons, James DeGarmo and fiancee, Sally Malloy, of Fairfax, Va., Edward DeGarmo and wife, Carla, of Gassaway, John DeGarmo of Buckhannon and Franklin “Skip” DeGarmo of Washington, D.C.; 20 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Kate Abriel of Trenton, Mich.; and three nephews, Bill Chidester and wife, Phyllis, Rick Davis and wife, Roseann, and Phil Davis, all of Pennsylvania.
He was preceded in death by one son, Charles Michael “Mike” DeGarmo Sr.; one sister, Mildred Davis; and one brother, Ralph Edward DeGarmo.
He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He had worked 22 years for the Upshur County Board of Education as a maintenance man/electrician and was a veteran having served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as third class gunner’s mate on the USS Iowa.
Viewing will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, at the funeral home chapel with Elder Stephen Goff officiating. Interment will follow in Canaan Cemetery. Tomblyn-Whitescarver Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements for Herbert E. DeGarmo.  From 29 Dec 2005.

Cassandra Delauder
Ms. Cassandra Dawn “Sandy” Delauder, 25, a resident of Philippi, departed this life Sunday evening, Aug. 21, near Weston due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
She was born Feb. 20, 1980, at Elkins, a daughter of Aubrey Lee Delauder, who survives in Belington, and Lucille Jane Kirby, who survives in Glen.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her daughter, Mary Elizabeth Nida of Philippi; her stepmother, Debbie Delauder of Belington; two sisters, Misty Ulderich and husband, Jason, of Bomont and Gwen Delauder and companion, Shawn Valentine, of Belington; and one brother, Matt Delauder and companion, Kristen Benten, of Fairmont. Also surviving are her paternal grandmother, Wilda Stark of Belington; maternal grandmother, Mary Bennett of Dartmoor; one stepbrother, Steven Dasher and wife, Misty, of Norton; two nephews, Zachery Valentine of Belington and Maddox Delauder of Fairmont; one foster brother, Donovan Rivera of Glen; and several aunts and uncles.
Cassandra was a graduate of the Grafton High School, and was attending Alderson-Broaddus College in Philippi where she was a sophomore enrolled in the physician assistant program. She was a Protestant by faith.
Friends will be received at Talbott Funeral Home at 210 Brandenburg St. in Belington from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. today and Thursday until 1 p.m., the funeral hour, when final rites will be conducted from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Doyle Neil Rider officiating. Interment will follow in the Beverly Cemetery at Beverly. The Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Ms. Cassandra Dawn “Sandy” Delauder.  From 24 Aug 2005.

Robert C. Delauder
Robert Cline Delauder, 74, a resident of 4-H Road, Route 4, Philippi, died Wednesday, April 6, 2005, in Louis A. Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Centerin Clarksburg following an extended illness.
He was born Oct. 28, 1930, at Philippi, a son of the late Cline C. and Flossie Ottis Harsh Delauder.
On June 11, 1954, he married the former Juanita June Findley, who survives at 4-H Road in Philippi.
Also surviving are one daughter, Donna Golden and husband, Stephen, of Philippi; three sons, Robert Cline Delauder Jr. of Philippi, the Rev. Joseph Carl Delauder and wife, Carolyn, of Belington and Donald Lee Delauder and wife, Karen, of Montrose; one sister, Donna Neal and husband, Woodrow, of Philippi; three grandchildren, Travis Delauder, Jennifer Golden and Courtney Delauder.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald James Delauder and Ronald H. Delauder.
Mr. Delauder was a retired truck driver in coal mining and with the Department of Highways. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving with the U.S. Army. Mr. Delauder was an avid hunter and was Baptist by faith.
Funeral services will be conducted from the Stemple & Forman Funeral Home, 385 S. Main Street, Philippi, at 2 p.m. Saturday with the Rev. Bryan Headley officiating. Interment will follow in Little Bethel Cemetery, where Barbour Post 44, American Legion will conduct military rites.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday.
Stemple & Forman Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.  From 8 Apr 2005.

Cora L. Delawder
Cora Lee Delawder, 89, of Petersburg, died Wednesday, June 15, 2005, at the home of her daughter, Linda Adamson, in Maysville.
Visitation will be today at 6 p.m. p.m. at Schaeffer Funeral Home. Funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Spirit of Life Church in Petersburg. Pastor Gene Carey will officiate. Interment will follow in Lahmansville Cemetery.  From 17 Jun 2005.

Willard G. Demastes
Willard G. “Jim” Demastes, 77, a resident of French Creek, died Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005, at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Charles Town.
He was born July 4, 1928, at Eden, a son of the late Howard Demastes and Iva Pearl Rice Demastes.
He was married to Margaret Frances Fidler Demastes, who preceded him in death.
Surviving are three sons, Richard H. Demastes of Buckhannon, Jimmy Wayne Demastes of Louisville, Tenn., and Robert Gale Demastes of Charles Town; one daughter, Timandra Lindsey of Maryville, Tenn.; one sister, Marjorie Farkas of Goodlettsville, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Also preceding him in death were one brother, John Demastes; and one sister, Betty Fidler.
He was a carpenter and attended Rock Cave Baptist Church in Rock Cave.
Friends will be received from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor David Jesse officiating. Interment will follow at Rice Cemetery in Canaan. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.  From 15 Sep 2005.

John V. DeMotto
John Vincent DeMotto, 51, a resident of Coalton, departed this life early Wednesday morning, March 30, 2005, at his home. He had been in his usual health and death was unexpected.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of Lohr & Barb Funeral Home for John Vincent DeMotto.  From 31 Mar and 1 Apr 2005. 

John V. DeMotto
John Vincent DeMotto, 51, a resident of Coalton, departed this life early Wednesday morning, March 30, 2005, at his home. He had been in his usual health and death was unexpected.
He was born Saturday, March 20, 1954, at Elkins, a son of the late Fred Gerald DeMotto Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Kemp DeMotto. He had never married.
Surviving are his stepmother, Eleanor Currence DeMotto of Coalton; one brother, Fred “Jerry” DeMotto Jr. of Beverly; two sisters, Janet Faye Whitehead and husband, Thomas E., of Wellington, Fla., and Mary “Jean” Brown and husband, Ed, of Lilburn, Ga.; one stepsister, Elaine Brumsfield and husband, Rufus, of Severn, Md.; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death besides his parents were one brother, James Keith DeMotto.
He attended the schools of Coalton and attended a horticulture school at Charleston. He helped with litter control in Coalton by collecting aluminum cans and was known for collecting the most cans. He loved the games of baseball and basketball, pitching horseshoes and boche ball.
The family will receive friends at the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Monday. On Monday at 8 p.m. at the funeral home, a prayer service will be recited by the Rev. Father Thomas Dagle. On Tuesday, Mr. DeMotto will be moved to the Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church at Coalton, where the Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. The Rev. Father Thomas Dagle will officiate and interment will follow at the Saint Brendan Cemetery at Elkins. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for John Vincent DeMotto. Condolences may be made at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 2 Apr 2005.

John V. DeMotto
The family will receive friends at the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today. At 8 p.m. today at the funeral home, a prayer service will be recited by the Rev. Fr. Thomas Dagle. Tuesday, Mr. DeMotto will be moved to the Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church at Coalton, where the Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. The Rev. Father Thomas Dagle will officiate and interment will follow at the Saint Brendan Cemetery at Elkins. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for John Vincent DeMotto. Condolences may be made at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 4 Apr 2005.

Gladys L. Denning
Gladys Louise Brake Denning, 68, a resident of Metter, Ga., and a former resident of Buckhannon, passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 1, 2005.
She was born Feb. 27, 1937, in Rock Cave, the daughter of Marietta Marie Wimer Brake of Buckhannon and the late Frank Edgar Brake.
She is survived by her two sons, Daniel Ray Olds Jr., from her marriage to Daniel Ray Olds, currently of Stevensville, Md., and Bradley Arthur Denning, from her marriage to the late Woodrow Marshall Denning. Also surviving are her two grandchildren, Tasha Marie Olds and Kendyl Lane Olds, who reside with their parents, Daniel and Tracy Olds in The Woodlands, Texas.
She will be mourned by her constant companion, Jerrell Daughtry, and his family of Metter, Ga.
Gladys graduated from Buckhannon-Upshur High School with the class of 1955. She was a former Deputy Sheriff of Upshur County. She was owner of the Colony Dress Shop in Buckhannon. She owned the Coach ‘N’ Four Restaurant in Elkins. She was the former dispatcher for Sheriff Bell in Metter, Ga. She was the former manager of the Huddle House in Metter, Ga. She was currently employed as a receptionist at Pleasantview Nursing Home. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars and held the position of secretary for the VFW. She was a board member of the Friends of the Library and a member of the Historic Society in Metter, Ga. She was also a member of the National Rifle Association and the Order of the Eastern Star. She was an avid bowler and participated in numerous leagues. She was a member of the Four Musketeers card club.
A memorial service will be conducted at the Woods Funeral Home in Metter, Ga., today beginning at 6 p.m.
Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home in Buckhannon. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday. Interment will follow at Rock Cave Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Friends of the Library of Candler County, P.O. Box 268, Metter, Ga. 30439 in memory of Gladys Denning. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.   From 4 May 2005.

Thelma R. Dess
Thelma R. Dess, 83, a resident of 243 Diamond St., Elkins, died Saturday, June 4, 2005, at her home.
She was born May 28, 1922, at Pleasant Creek, a daughter of the late Ernest L. Keller and Hazel L. Felton Keller.
On Oct. 27, 1956, she was married to William H. Dess Jr, who preceded her in death Oct. 10, 2003.
She is survived by one stepdaughter, Barbara Smith of Parkville, Md.; one brother, John D. Keller of Red Bank, N.J.; and several nieces and nephews.
Also preceding her in death were four brothers, Harry K. Keller, Harold K. Keller, Bernard Keith Keller and Gary L. Keller; and three sisters, Virginia Poling Dean, Helen M. Stein and Doris Jean Keller.
She was a disability specialist with the Social Security Administration and a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church of Clemtown.
Friends were received Sunday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services were today at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Robert Poling officiating. Interment followed at Sand Run Baptist Church Cemetery. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.  From 6 Jun 2006.

Joseph M. Devericks
Joseph Martin Devericks, 74, of Route 9, Box 192, Buckhannon, died at 6 a.m. Monday, March 7, 2005, at his home.
He was born May 3, 1930, in Doddridge County, a son of the late Luther Martin Devericks and Nina E. Nicholson Devericks.
On Oct. 6, 1962, he was united in marriage to Alice Bailey Devericks, who survives.
Also surviving are three sons, Billy Devericks and wife, Lillie, of Topmost, Ky., James Devericks and wife, Carla, of Jane Lew and Daniel Devericks and wife, Lisa, of Coalton; two daughters, Linda Chidester and husband, Mickey, of Buckhannon and Darlene Devericks; three grandsons, Dylan Chidester and Tyler Devericks, both of Buckhannon, and Billy Joe Devericks of Topmost, Ky.; six granddaughters, Karissa Devericks of Craigsville, Jessica Devericks of Jamestown, N.Y., Skylar Devericks of Coalton and Whitney Devericks, Autumn Devericks and Alexis Devericks, all of Buckhannon; five brothers, George Davis of Wolf Summit, James Devericks of Morgantown, Paul Devericks of Jane Lew, Henry Devericks and Jacob Devericks of Richmond, Va.; and one sister, Beulah Langbein of Buckhannon.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, John Devericks and Okey Devericks.
He was a carpenter, a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Local 476 and served with the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean War.
Friends will be received Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Friday at 10 a.m. from the funeral home with the Rev. Ed Lowther officiating. Buckhannon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3663, Frank B. Bartlett Post 7 American Legion and Disabled American Veterans Chapters 5 and 36 will conduct military honors at the funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Peoples Hospice, P.O. Box 1600, Clarksburg, W.Va. 26302.  From 9 Mar 2005.

Albert P. DiBacco
Albert P. DiBacco, 92, of Thomas, passed away Nov. 8, 2005, at Cortland Acres Nursing Home.
Funeral arrangements are in complete and are under the direction of Hinkle Funeral Home.
From 9 Nov 2005.

Albert P. DiBacco
Albert P. “Birdie” DiBacco, 92, of Thomas, departed this life following an extended illness Tuesday morning, Nov. 8, 2005, at Cortland Acres Nursing Home in Thomas.
He was born at Thomas Feb. 26, 1913, a son of the late Venanzio and Paolella DiCesare DiBacco.
He had never married.
He is survived by two brothers, Vincent F. DiBacco of Thomas, with whom he lived, and Abe L. DiBacco and wife, Ellen, of Martinsburg. Also surviving are his sister-in-law, Edith Ross DiBacco of Thomas, and many loving nieces and nephews and their families.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mrs. Romeo (Marie) Silvester of Coalton and Sister Francesca DiBacco, SSJ, Mount St. Joseph, of Wheeling; and four brothers, Carmon “Zeke” DiBacco, Harry “Riggie” DiBacco and Guido J. DiBacco, all of Thomas, and John V. DiBacco of Elkins. Also preceding him in death were his niece, Helen “Dolly” Silvester of Elkins; his nephews, Paul A. DiBacco of Elkins and James Vincent DiBacco of Martinsburg; and his grandnephew, John Anthony Ferruso of Vienna. A brother and sister died in infancy.
Mr. DiBacco was a graduate of Thomas High School and a veteran of World War II. He served with the 43rd General Hospital, a forward unit that participated in the invasions and liberation of North Africa, Sicily, Italy and France. He took great pride in his service of his country. He was a life member of the Thomas Council 2010, the Knights of Columbus of Thomas; a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 896; a member of the American Legion Post 14; and a member of the Loyal Order Moose Lodge 120, all of Martinsburg. He was also a member of the St. Thomas choir, a daily Communicant and an acolyte at the weekday and Saturday Vigil Masses at his church. Albert loved to dance and play the piano until a progressive disability forced him to curtail these activities in his mid-senior years. As a former cook and baker, his fame was widespread within his community, and was especially noted for his unique lemon pound cake. He delighted in making other people happy, and he truly was a veritable humanitarian in his own right. He was an inspiration to many who knew him, and he lived his life placing his faith first. He was known to many as a lifelong friend with a characteristic smile and a wonderful sense of humor, who always enjoyed a good conversation.
For all of his good deeds and strong faith in the Lord, Albert may also justly echo the words of St. Paul: “I have cometed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith. From now on, the Crown of Righteousness awaits me, which the Lord; The Just Judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but to all who have longed for His appearance.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8.
The family will hold a private viewing from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. today at Hinkle Funeral Home in Davis. A public viewing will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. The Holy Rosary, led by the Knights of Columbus, will be recited, followed by a wake service at 7:30 p.m. by the Rev. Fr. John V. DiBacco Jr. On Friday, Nov. 11, Mr. DiBacco will be moved to Saint Thomas Aquinas Church at Thomas where the Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. His nephew, the Rev. Fr. John V. DiBacco Jr., will be the celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Thomas. The family requests that expressions of condolences be made in the form of donations to the Sisters of St. Joseph of Wheeling Foundation Office, 137 Mt. St. Joseph Rd., Wheeling, W.Va. 26003 and/or Hospice Care Inc., 929 S. Davis Ave., Elkins, W.Va. 26241. Hinkle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.  From 10 Nov 2005.

Lorena S. Digman
Lorena Sarah Digman, 85, of Leadmine, passed away Monday, March 28, 2005, at Cortland Acres Nursing Home of Thomas.
She was born Sept. 12, 1919, in Thomas, a daughter of the late Charles and Blanche Paugh Shaffer.
She is survived by her husband, James, at home; one daughter, Linda Paulson of Colorado Springs, Colo.; one stepbrother, Charlie Shaffer of Howard City, Mich.; one stepsister, Aline Kovach of Thomas; and two grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Don, Ron and Warren; one stepbrother, Frank Shaffer; and four sisters, Hazel, Gladys, Evelyn and Ada.
Mrs. Digman worked as a secretary for Digman Construction Co. of Colorado Springs before retiring. She was a member of Eastern Star, Rebekkah Lodge.
At the request of the deceased, her remains were cremated. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at Leadmine United Methodist Church. The Rev. Neil Parsons will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Leadmine United Methodist Church, Route 2, Box 319, Parsons, W.Va. 26287. Hinkle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.  From 30 Mar 2005.

Lorena S. Digman
Lorena Sarah Digman, 85, of Leadmine, passed away Monday, March 28, 2005, at Cortland Acres Nursing Home of Thomas.
She was born Sept. 12, 1919, in Thomas, a daughter of the late Charles and Blanche Paugh Shaffer.
She is survived by her husband, James, at home; one daughter, Linda Paulson of Colorado Springs, Colo.; one stepbrother, Charlie Shaffer of Howard City, Mich.; one stepsister, Aline Kovach of Thomas; and two grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Don, Ron and Warren; one stepbrother, Frank Shaffer; and four sisters, Hazel, Gladys, Evelyn and Ada.
Mrs. Digman worked as a secretary for Digman Construction Co. of Colorado Springs before retiring. She was a member of Eastern Star, Rebekkah Lodge.
At the request of the deceased, her remains were cremated. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. April 10 at Leadmine United Methodist Church. The Rev. Neil Parsons will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Leadmine United Methodist Church, Route 2, Box 319, Parsons, W.Va. 26287. Hinkle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.   From 1 Apr 2005.

Lina E. Dodrill
Lina Eva McCloud Dodrill, 75, of Warren, Ohio, died Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2005, in St. Joseph Hospital in Ohio.
Visitation was Thursday at Roberts-Clark Funeral Chapel in Warren, Ohio. Funeral services were today at the funeral home with the Revs. Lewis Copley and Herman Copley officiating. Interment followed in Pine Knoll Cemetery in Warren Township, Ohio.  From 30 Sep 2005

Margaret Dodrill
Margaret Dodrill, 82, a resident of Valley Bend, passed away Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 9, 2005, at her home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be under the direction of Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins for Margaret Dodrill.  From 10 Feb 2005. 

Margaret C. Dodrill
Margaret C. Dodrill, 82, a resident of Valley Bend, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, at her residence.
She was born Sept. 25, 1922, at Valley Bend, a daughter of the late Charles L. and Olive Yokum Phares.
On May 1, 1945, in Valley Bend, she was married to Clifford Holt Dodrill, who preceded her in death March 25, 1993.
Surviving are four grandchildren, Christopher See and wife, Deborah, of Valley Bend, Deborah Wamsley of Valley Bend, Stephanie Warner and husband, Brent, of Elkins and Kimberly Barrick of Mill Creek.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Jo Ellen See and one brother, Charles Wilson Phares.
Mrs. Dodrill worked part time for the Valley Bend Post Office as a postmistress and was a homemaker.
Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Elkins Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Robert Baer officiating. Burial will follow. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Margaret C. Dodrill.  From 11 Feb 2005.

Margaret C. Dodrill
Margaret C. Dodrill, 82, a resident of Valley Bend, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, at her residence.
She was born Sept. 25, 1922, at Valley Bend, a daughter of the late Charles L. and Olive Yokum Phares.
On May 1, 1949, in Valley Bend, she was married to Clifford Holt Dodrill, who preceded her in death March 25, 1993.
Surviving are four grandchildren, Christopher See and wife, Deborah, of Valley Bend, Deborah Wamsley of Valley Bend, Stephanie Warner and husband, Brent, of Elkins and Kimberly Barrick of Mill Creek. Eight great-grandchildren also survive.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Jo Ellen See and one brother, Charles Wilson Phares.
Mrs. Dodrill worked part time for the Valley Bend post office as a postmistress and was a homemaker.
Friends were received Friday at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. today at Elkins Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Robert Baer officiating. Burial will follow. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Margaret C. Dodrill.  From 12 Feb 2005.

James L. Dolan
James L. Dolan, 71, of Arbovale, passed away while surrounded by his family Friday, April 22, 2005, at his home in Arbovale.
Born Oct 27, 1933, at Newton, he was the son of the late Kenneth L. Dolan and Emily O. Tinney Smith.
He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Lanham Dolan; one daughter, Nathalie K. Richardson of Marlinton; two sons, James L. Dolan Jr. of Sutton and Daniel W. Dolan of King George, Va.; two brothers, Kenneth E. Dolan and Steven B. Smith, both of Newton; and five grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Freda J. Boggs and Linda K. Ferrell.
He was a member of Arbovale United Methodist Church. He graduated from Spencer High School in Spencer and Tri-State University in Angola, Ind. In college, he was a member of Sigma Mu Sigma fraternity, was an electrical engineer for NRAO in Green Bank, was an avid amateur radio operator and was an accomplished banjo and tennis player. He was also a U.S. Air Force veteran, having served in the Korean War.
A celebration of his life will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at the Arbovale United Methodist Church. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, also at the church, with the Rev. Tom Hill officiating. Burial will be in the Arbovale Annex Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations of sympathy may be made to Mountain Hospice in Elkins or the American Cancer Society.
Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Arbovale is in charge of the arrangements. Please send online condolences by visiting wwfh.ourcondolences.com.  From 23 Apr 2005.

James L. Dolan
James L. Dolan, 71, of Arbovale, passed away while surrounded by his family Friday, April 22, 2005, at his home in Arbovale.
Born Oct. 27, 1922, at Newton, he was the son of the late Kenneth L. Dolan and Emily O. Tinney Smith.
Mr. Dolan was a member of Arbovale United Methodist Church. He graduated from Spencer High School in Spencer and Tri-State University in Angola, Ind. In college, he was a member of Sigma Mu Sigma fraternity, and was an electrical engineer for NRAO in Green Bank. He was an avid amateur radio operator and an accomplished banjo and tennis player. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, having served during the Korean War.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sisters, Freda J. Boggs and Linda K. Ferrell.
Mr. Dolan is survived by his wife, Evelyn Lanham; one daughter, Nathalie K. Richardson of Marlinton; two sons, James L. Dolan of Sutton and Daniel W. Dolan of King George, Va.; two brothers, Kenneth E. Dolan and Steven B. Smith, both of Newton; and five grandchildren.
A celebration of Mr. Dolan’s life was held Monday at the Arborvale United Methodist Church. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. today at the Arbovale United Methodist Church with the Rev. Tom Hill officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations of sympathy may be made to Mountain Hospice in Elkins or the American Cancer Society. Wallace and Wallace Funeral Home in Arbovale is in charge of arrangements. Please send online condolences by visiting www.condolences.com.   From 26 Apr 2005.

Paul E. Douglas
Mr. Paul Eugene Douglas, 87, a lifelong resident of Elkins, passed away at 5:45 p.m. Friday, April 15, 2005, in Davis Memorial Hospital.
He was born March 24, 1918, in Elkins, a son of the late Boyd Dickinson Douglas and Olive Mae Bishop Douglas.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Alma May Keller Douglas, who survives in Elkins. Also surviving are a son, Phillip B. Douglas and wife, Patricia, of Williamsburg, Va.; two daughters, Sandra K. Weaving and husband, William, of Downingtown, Pa., and Pamela Sue Douglas of Elkins; seven grandchildren, Kevin Douglas and wife, Susie, Heather Dehn and husband, Joe, Kelly Douglas, Kristen Farmer and husband, Brian, James Paul Douglas and wife, Amanda, Jonathan Weaving and Allison Weaving; six great-grandchildren, Carlin Lineberry, Brenin and Riley Douglas, Tyler Farmer, Blake and Jeremy Dehn; a sister, Vera Elizabeth Douglas of Barbour County Good Samaritan Center; and a special great-niece, Linda Lovett of Beverly.
Also preceding him in death were sisters, Neva and Ethel; and a brother, Clark.
Mr. Douglas graduated from Elkins High School with Alma in 1938. He was first employed with Cropp-Landis Bakery in Elkins and after many years was employed by Orts Bakery and later with Stroehmann Brothers where he served as a district supervisor for bakery route distributions for several counties in West Virginia retiring in 1983. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy from 1943 until 1946 where he was deployed to the Pacific Theater of Operations at Pearl Harbor. He was very proud of his more than 50 years as a Master Mason of Elkins Lodge No. 108 A.F & A.M., a life member of more than 60 years of BPOE Lodge No. 1135 and H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion.
Paul loved attending First United Methodist Church where he most often occupied a corner seat in the overflow section. He would frequently arrive at church on Sunday a half hour early, just to ensure he had a seat in the same section surrounded by many good friends. The Rev. Dr. Ellis Conley recently recognized Paul as the oldest living member of the church.
Friends may call from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. today at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. On Tuesday, he will be moved to First United Methodist Church where friends may call from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., the funeral hour. The Rev. Dr. Ellis E. Conley and the Rev. Jonas Johnson Jr. will officiate and interment will follow in the Maplewood Cemetery where members of H.W. Daniels Post 29 American Legion will make the presentation of the American Flag. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 315 Kerens Ave., Elkins, W.Va. 26241 in memory of Mr. Douglas. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Paul Eugene Douglas.  From 18 Apr 2005.

Keith L. Dravenstott
Keith Lee Dravenstott, 46, a resident of Hambleton, departed this life Saturday afternoon, Jan. 29, 2005, at Sacred Heart Hospital at Cumberland, Md. He had been in his usual health and death was attributed to a massive heart attack.
He was born Tuesday, Jan. 20, 1959, a son of the late Dee and Mildred Sharp Dravenstott.
On March 20, 1981, at Parsons, he was married to the former Beverly Ann Lawrence, who survives.
Also surviving are one son, Evan Lee Dravenstott; two daughters, Casey LeAnn Dravenstott and Ryan DeAnn Dravenstott, all of Hambleton; four brothers, Wayne Sharp of Ohio, Raymond Sharp, Kimer Dravenstott and Mark Dravenstott, all of Oak Hill; and nieces and nephews.
He was a construction worker and at the time of his death he was a mechanic for Mineral Fabrication Co. of Keyser. He was an outdoorsman.
The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Parsons Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home parlor Wednesday at 1 p.m. Pastor Kevin Staggs will officiate and interment will follow at McNeeley Cemetery at Hendricks. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Keith Lee Dravenstott. Sympathy expressions may be sent to www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 31 Jan 2005.

Keith L. Dravenstott
The family will receive friends at Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Parsons today from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Final rites will be conducted at the funeral home parlor Wednesday at 1 p.m. Pastor Kevin Staggs will officiate and interment will follow at McNeeley Cemetery at Hendricks. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Keith Lee Dravenstott. Sympathy expressions may be sent to www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.  From 1 Feb 2005. 

Galen F. Duling
Galen F. Duling, 90, died June 18, 2005, at Sunnyside Retirement Community in Harrisonburg.
Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Schaeffer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Oak Dale Church of the Brethren with Abe Evans and the Rev. Harold Barber officiating. Interment will follow at Maysville Cemetery.  From 20 Jun 2005.

Peggy W. Dumire
Peggy Ware Dumire, 72, of Richmond, Va., departed this life Sunday, June 19, 2005.
She was born Sept. 11, 1932, at Valley Head, the daughter of the late Wilson L. and Ada Snyder Ware.
On June 20, 1953, she was united in marriage to Robert E. Dumire, who survives in Richmond, Va.
Also surviving are one son, Robert E. Dumire II; and one daughter, Robin Ann Clark, both of Richmond, Va.; two sisters, Betty L. Beale of Elkins and Jo Ann Spencer of Payson, Ariz.; one brother, Fred L. Ware of Valley Head; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Howard D. Ware; and one sister, Ina Mae Channell.
She had lived in Richmond, close to her family, for the past 28 years. She was a homemaker, seamstress, and for the last 10 1/2 years had enjoyed working at the Sam’s Club.
At the request of the deceased, her remains were cremated. Memorial services were held Friday, June 24, in Richmond, Va., with the Rev. Bob Higgins officiating and expressions of love and gratitude for her life and gifts were given by a niece and fellow worker and friend at Sam’s Club.  From 12 Jul 2005.

Ione Dunn
Ione Dunn, 85, a resident of Buckhannon, died Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005, at St. Joseph’s Hospital Extended Care.
She was born Feb. 22, 1920, at Richwood, a daughter of the late Hugh Dunn and Mabel Hines Dunn.
Surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Also preceding her in death were one sister, Ruth Powers, and two half brothers, Amos Dunn and Guy Dunn.
She attended First Baptist Church in Buckhannon and was missions chairman in the church for several years and had a passion for missions. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma International Society and an officer of American Baptist Women. Miss Dunn taught high school in Nicholas County for 14 years, then worked 28 years as administrative assistant to the academic dean of Alderson-Broaddus College. She was also a world traveler, visiting may countries always interested in missions. Friends will be received from 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday at Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. Richard McGuire officiating. Interment will follow in Walker Cemetery at Summersville. Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.  From 15 Sep 2005.

Celia P. Durrett
Mrs. Celia Phares Durrett, 94, a resident of the Talbott community, Belington, departed this life at 4:13 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2005, at her home. She had in declining health since 2003 after suffering a stroke.
She was born May 3, 1910, at Stone Coal community near Belington, the daughter of the late James T. and Clara Wilson Phares.
She was united in marriage in 1927 to Ralph Durrett, who preceded her in death March 24, 1998.
Mrs. Durrett is survived by two sons, Harold L. Durrett of Harrisonburg, Va., and Ralph W. Durrett of Belington; four daughters, Mrs. Eleanor Leary and husband, Edward, of Elkins, Dr. Irene McKinney of Belington, Janet M. Stonerook of Columbus, Ohio, and Eileen R. Martin of Clyde, Ohio. Also surviving are one brother, Lee Don Phares of Ridgedale, Mo.; three sisters, Gladys and Wilda McCauley, both of Grafton, and Helen McCauley of Elkins; 16 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; a special friend and care-giver, Agnes Wegman; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Earl Phares; and two sisters, Catherine Phares and Hallie Rowan.
Mrs. Durrett attended the schools of Barbour County, was a homemaker, a member of Talbott United Methodist Church and Talbott and Kingsville Farm Women’s Club.
Friends may be received at the Talbott Funeral Home at 210 Brandenburg St. in Belington today from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Tuesday until 1 p.m., the funeral hour, when services will be conducted from the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Don Fitzwater officiating. Interment will follow in Talbott Cemetery near Belington. The family asks that expressions of sympathy be made in memory of Mrs. Durrett to Mountain Hospice, Crim Avenue, Belington, W.Va. 26250. The Talbott Funeral of Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Celia Phares Durrett.  From 21 Mar 2005.