In Memory
| Betty L. Foster Atkinson | June 10, 2007 |
| Ward Boggs | September 5, 2008 |
| Phyllis M. Carper | February 5, 2010 |
| Daniel W. "Danny" Cline | February 16, 2009 |
| Ernestine Davis | April 17, 2009 |
| Evelyn S. Dye | May 14, 2007 |
| John L. Dye | May 18, 2008 |
| Virgina Hunt Elmore | June 28, 2010 |
| Justine Spencer Harris | December 6, 2007 |
| Virginia Katheryn Davis Hathaway | June 15, 2007 |
| Mozelle Hickman | February 1, 2008 |
| Johnnie Mae Keith | February 20, 2010 |
| Quellen McGuire Keith | January 15, 2008 |
| Barbara Ruth Kincaid | November 8, 2009 |
| Charles William "Bill" Kincaid | December 3, 2006 |
| Quentin King | October 22, 2009 |
| Clay V. "Buddy" Miller, III | February 12, 2010 |
| Mary E. Nugen | August 6, 2007 |
| John Ward Pettit | March 23, 2008 |
| Stacle "Bea" Scott | March 23, 2008 |
| Connie Turner | September 16, 2007 |
| Richard H. "Dick" Turner | November 7, 2006 |
| Marguerite Wade | |
| Maurice Edward "Eddie" Webb | December 16, 2006 |
But
those who wait on the LORD
Shall renew their strength;
They shall mount up with wings like eagles,
They shall run and not be weary,
They shall walk and not faint.
Isaiah 40:31 (NKJV)
Virginia Hunt Elmore
- June 26, 1916 - June 28, 2010
Virginia Elmore, 94, of Look About Manor Nursing Home at Westminster, MD, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 28, 2010.
Virginia Hunt Elmore was born June 26, 1916 at Wanego, WV. She was the daughter of George Henry and Leona Hester Keen Hunt, Sr. She spent most of her youth on the Hunt farm at Tariff, WV. She and her husband, Gene F. Elmore, Sr. built and lived in the house on Oak Drive Addition just outside Spencer for 62 years. They travelled extensively throughout the United States and part of Canada.
She was predeceased by her husband, Gene F. Elmore, Sr., and her son Gene F. Elmore, Jr.; her brothers Ferris Hunt, Robert Hunt, Lawrence Bruce Hunt, George Henry Hunt, Jr.; and sisters Mabel Jarrett and Evelyn Looney Bentle.
She is survived by her daughter and sons-in-law, James and Sondra Reger of Finksburg, MD, and Edward and Virginia “Ginny” Bulmer of Rye, NH. Her survivors also include five grandchildren, Darren Elmore, Jane Elmore, Leigh Anne Reger Gross, Raymond A. Vine, III, and Timothy Vine and their families, which includes six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Elmore was a 57-year member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer, where she had served as secretary and performed many other positions of service.
She was a charter member of the Junior Woman’s Club, Roane County Historical Society, and the Roane General Hospital Auxiliary, where she was a past president. She served as a volunteer with the Gray Ladies, Junior and Senior Woman’s Clubs, and also as a poll worker during many elections. She also was a chaperone for several Spencer High School band trips for all three of her children. She chaperoned for the class of 1959 for several activities and was always interested in her children’s friends.
Mrs. Elmore was a member of the Wetzel Chapter #27 Order of the Eastern Star, Spencer, where she had served as Worthy Matron. She had been Mother Advisor of the Rainbow Girls, Chapter 3, of Spencer, for which she was awarded the Grand Cross of Color. She was also a longtime member of the American Legion Auxiliary.
She was employed as an administrative assistant for the West Virginia State Road Commission in Roane County, and at the Spencer Manufacturing (Kellwood) Company on Oak Drive.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 3, 2010, in the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King officiating. Burial will be in the Clover Cemetery, Clover, WV. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church, 338 Main Street, WV 25276, or to the Spencer Roane Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 673, Spencer, WV 25276. Condolences may be expressed online at www.taylorfuneralhomeinc.com
Johnnie Mae Keith
- February 20, 2010
Johnnie Mae Keith, 88, of West Columbia, S.C., formerly of Spencer, died Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010 at Still Hopes Episcopal Home, West Columbia, SC.
She was the daughter of the late Arnold and Wilma Bell Girard. She attended Mary Washington College and worked in the law offices of her grandfather, S. Paris Bell of Spencer. She was receptionist at Traders Bank for nearly 19 years. She was formerly a member of First Baptist Church, where she served as deaconess, choir member, Sunday school teacher and Bible school teacher. She was a volunteer for Helping Hand of Spencer and was involved with many other civic organizations.
She is survived by sons, Jon Girard Keith and Thomas Christopher Keith, both of Columbia, S.C.; and four grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Quellen McGuire Keith.
Service was Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at First Baptist Church, with Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King officiating. Burial was in Eventide Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Spencer Roof Fund, 338 Main St., Spencer WV 25276.
Clay V. "Buddy" Miller, III
- November 23, 1936 - February 12, 2010
Clay "Buddy" Vaden Miller III, 73, of Spencer, W.Va., passed away Friday, Feb. 12, 2010.
He was born Nov. 23, 1936, in Spencer, a son of the late Clay V. Miller II, and Rose Lupton Miller.
He was a 1954 graduate of Spencer High School and was retired after 48 years with Casto & Harris Inc., Spencer, where he was co-owner. He was also an Air Force veteran and was a member of the Thunderbird Club.
Clay was the husband of his loving wife of 48 years, Zola Atkins Miller; devoted father of three daughters, Kelly and her husband, Don McMillan, of Spencer, Anne and her husband, Chris Christopher, of Morgantown, and Jan and her husband, Dennis Wencel, of Naperville, Ill.; caring grandfather of four grandchildren, Kristin and her husband, David Boone, Kevin and Katelyn McMillan and Zoe Christopher; brother of Elizabeth "Betty" Morton and her husband, Bill, of Bridgeport, W.Va.; stepson of Jacqueline "Jackie" Miller of Spencer; and uncle of several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be Tuesday at noon at First Baptist Church of Spencer with the Rev. Michael F. "Mike" King officiating. There will be a gathering of family and friends at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Donations may be made to Hubbard Hospice House, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston, WV 25312, or to the First Baptist Church (Roof Fund), 338 Main St., Spencer, WV.
Phyllis M. Carper
- June 27, 1920 - February 5, 2010
Phyllis M. Carper, 89, of Spencer, West Virginia, Died February 5, 2010, at the Roane General Hospital, Spencer, after an Extended Illness. She Was Born June 27, 1920, in Roane County, a Daughter of the Late Charles Herbert ““Herb”” and Madge Boyles Hively. In Addition to Her Parents, She Was Preceded in Death by Her Husband, Harry Carper; Daughter, Angela Pinson; and a Sister, Gypsy Lang.
She Was a 1938 Spencer High School Graduate Where She Was Chosen as May Queen Her Senior Year. She and Her Late Husband Owned and Operated Carper’’S Restaurant in Spencer for Many Years and Were Also Co-owners of C&a Shoes with Kathleen and the Late Gene Ashley, Also in Spencer. She Was a Member of the First Baptist Church and Wetzel Chapter No. 27 Order of the Eastern Star.
Phyllis is survived by One Daughter and Son-in-law, Gwen and Junior Hudson of Spencer; One Son and Daughter-in-law, Robert ““Bob”” and Lorraine Carper of Lancaster, Pennsylvania; Six Grandchildren, Lisa Kizer and Her Husband Marshall, Bo Carper and His Wife Mary, Patrice Carper, Amber Pinson, Michelle Bowe and Her Husband Jason, and Aaron Pinson and His Wife Allison; Five Great-grandchildren, Garrett and Josh Kizer, Braylin Bowe, Hunter Pinson, and Keenan Carper; and Several Nieces and Nephews.
Funeral Services were held at Taylor-Vandale Funeral home on February 12, 2010 by Rev.
Michael F. King. Burial was in the Amma Cemetery.
Barbara Ruth Kincaid
- 1931 - November 8, 2009
Barbara Ruth Kincaid, 78, of Spencer, died Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009.
She was born at Rosedale in Gilmer County, a daughter of the late Doyle Franklin and Helen Mae Bennett.
She was a member of First Baptist Church of Spencer. She was an employee of Super K. Market, Burke-Parsons-Bowlby, Kellwood Company and spent 22 years at Casto & Harris.
She is survived by three daughters, Judy Miller and Janet Starcher of Spencer and Jane Heasley of Morgantown; a son, Jeff Kincaid of Clarkston, Mich.; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles William “Bill” Kincaid; a brother, Richard Bennett; and a sister, Mildred Davis.
Service will be Sunday
(11-15) at 1:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church. Memorial donations may be made to the WVU Foundation, BRNI or Samaritan’s Purse, shoebox ministry.
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Quentin King
- 1922 - October 22, 2009
Quentin King, 87, of Spencer, died Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 at home.
He was born at Left Hand, the son of the late Josiah and Sallie Carper King. He was employed by the Roane County school system for 20 years and retired from the W.Va. Dept. of Vocational Rehabilitation after 20 years of service. He was also a veteran of World War II and served in the Philippines.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Wanda Louise King; two daughters, Joaquina Dye of Toledo, Ohio, and Judith Collins of Mountain Home, Idaho; a sister, Olive Ross of Left Hand; and four grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters.
Service was Sunday at First Baptist Church of Spencer, with his nephew, Rev. Michael King officiating. Burial was in Clover Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church Roof Fund, 338 Main St., Spencer ,WV 25276. Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Nellie Ernestine Davis
- April 17, 2009
Nellie Ernestine Davis, 79, of Spencer, died Friday, April 17, 2009 at Roane General Hospital.
She was born in Reedy, a daughter of the late Albert Buck and Glendine Freshour. She was retired from Kellwood Company with over 30 years of service and was a member of First Baptist Church of Spencer.
She is survived by two sons, Jeffrey L. Davis of Nicholasville, Ky., and Gary D. Davis of Belpre, Ohio; four grandchildren; and a special friend, Ray Kinnard of Spencer.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald L. Davis; and her stepfather, E.T. Freshour.
Service was at the Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home with Rev. Mike King officiating. Burial was in the Mt. Zion Cemetery near SpenceService was Wednesday at Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home with Rev. Mike King officiating. Burial was in the Mt. Zion Cemetery near Spencer.
Daniel W. "Danny" Cline
- July 26, 1954 - February 16, 2009
Danny was born July 26,
1954 at Spencer, the son of Doris J. Atkinson Cline and the late
Jimmy Eugene Cline of Spencer.
He was a 27 year employee of Casto & Harris, with
an extensive clientele of friends throughout the state of
In the community, Danny coached Little League
Baseball and Small Fry Basketball and participated in the
Relay-for-Life. Also, he was an active member of the First Baptist
Church of Spencer where he was Sunday school superintendent,
trustee, a member of the choir and “Exaltation” singing group. In
his spare time, he enjoyed golf, basketball and spending time with
family and friends.
In addition to his mother, survivors include his
wife, Debbie; daughter and son-in-law, Danelle and Russ McCray of
Hurricane, daughter, Whitney Cline of Spencer; son, Brandon Cline of
Barboursville; and granddaughter, Taylor McCray.
A funeral service will be held Thursday, February
19 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church of Spencer, with the
Rev. Michael F. ”Mike” King officiating. Burial will be in the
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be
made to the First Baptist Church of Spencer, “Relay-for-Life”, 338
Main St., Spencer or Johns Hopkins University, “In memory of Daniel
W. Cline,” 1 Charles Centre, Suite 409, 100 North Charles St.,
Baltimore, MD 21201.
John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, is in
charge of arrangements.
Ward Boggs
- January 5, 1920 - September 5, 2008
Ira Ward Boggs, 88, of
He
was born January 5, 1920, a son of the late Rev. Anderson and Mistie
Howard Boggs. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death
by his wife, C. Irene Wilson Boggs; one son, Jackie Ward Boggs, one
great grandchild; one son-in-law, Mike Rose; six brothers and four
sisters.
Mr.
Boggs was a retired operator for Kaiser Aluminum and a member of the
United Steelworkers of America, Local 5668, Ravenswood. He was a
member and deacon of the First Baptist Church of Spencer. He was a
50 year member of the Linden Lodge No. 83, A.F. & A.M. and a member
of the Linden Chapter No. 152, Order of the Eastern Star, Linden. He
was also a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. He was a
former rural mail carrier. He spent a great deal of time with
woodworking, flower gardening and yard work. Both family and friends
enjoyed hearing him recite many poems, from memory.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Dolores
Boggs of Looneyville; two daughters and son-in-law, Shelva and Frank
Twyman of Streetsboro, OH and Karen Rose of Mineral Wells; two
sisters and brother-in-law, Naomi Morton of Kansas City, MO and
Alice and Rolland Schaller of Looneyville; eight grandchildren, Gary
Twyman, Vicki Twyman, Randy and his wife, Kathy Twyman, Wayne and
his wife, JoAnn Boggs, Bill and his wife, Stephanie Boggs, Dennis
and his wife, Sue Boggs, Deanna and her husband, Jeff Combs, Kevin
and his wife, Akiko Rose; 21 great grandchildren, four great great
grandchildren; one step grandson, Jeff and his wife, Suellen White;
five step grandchildren.
The family would like to thank Sherrie Reynolds, Karen Rogers, Linda
Roach, Shirley Marks and Penny Young for their care and kindness
while taking care of Ward for four years at his home. Also, the
family would like to thank the staff at
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 9 at 1:00 p.m. in
the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, with the Rev.
Michael F. “Mike” King and the Rev. Robert Holland officiating.
Burial, with Masonic Graveside Rites, will be in the
John L. Dye
- August 20, 1916 - May 18, 2008
John L. Dye, 91, of Spencer, West Virginia, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, in the Roane General Hospital Emergency Department, following a fall at his home.
He was born Wednesday, August 20, 1916, at Stringtown, a son of the late Lothrop Fulton “L.F.” and Lexie A. Kincaid Dye.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 years, Evelyn Stemple Dye, on May 14, 2007; also, his beloved granddaughter, Beth Cassady Karns, two brothers and three sisters.
John worked in several jobs over many years, including serving as the superintendent of the Spencer Sanitary Board for 40 years and as a land surveying engineer for over 40 years. He also sold insurance in Roane County for almost 40 years, the last few years working with a partner, the Hon. Terry Williams, Mayor of Spencer.
Among his greatest sources of fulfillment was the service he gave to his church, teaching Sunday school for almost 60 years and recently being honored as “Deacon Emeritus.” His love of people and his concern for others was well known.
Survivors include one daughter, Marty Cassady of Dallas, Texas; one son, Carson F. Dye of Toledo, Ohio; four grandchildren, Carly Dye Adams of Columbus, Ohio, Emily Dye, Liesl Dye and Blakely Dye all of Toledo; one great grandson, Isaac Karns of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Friends may call at the First Baptist Church of Spencer Tuesday, May 20 from 6-8 p.m. where the funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 21 at 11:00 a.m., with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King officiating. Burial will be in the Eventide Cemetery, Spencer.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Spencer, “Elevator Fund” 338 Main St., Spencer, WV 25276.
John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, is in charge of arrangements.
John Ward Pettit
- March 23, 2008
John Ward Pettit, 90, of Spencer, died Sunday, March 23, 2008 at Jackson General Hospital, Ripley.
He was born in Elkins, a son of the late John R. and Margaret Ward Pettit. He retired from the city of Spencer Waterworks Department and was a member of First Baptist Church of Spencer. He was an army veteran of World War II and a member of American Legion Post 21.
He is survived by one daughter, Judy Epling of Spencer; one son, Bill of Okeechobee, Fla.; and six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Criner Pettit; and one brother, Bob.
Service was Wednesday at Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home with Pastor Smith Epling officiating and Rev. Christopher Brock assisting. Burial was in Spencer Memorial Cemetery with military honors by local veterans groups.
Stacle "Bea" Scott
- March 23, 2008
Stacle “Bea” Smith Scott, 85, of Spencer, died Sunday, March 23, 2008 at Roane General Hospital.
She was born in Roane County, a daughter of the
late Andy and Maude Butcher Smith. She worked for G.C. Murphy for 47
years and was a member of First Baptist Church of Spencer. She
worked for Glen L. Martin Aircraft Company, Baltimore, during World
War II.
She is survived by one sister, Gail Ullom of Spencer; and one
brother, Charles Smith of Spencer.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in
death by her husband, Charles Scott; two sisters, Alice Batten and
Ruth Stahlman; and two brothers, Jarrett and Kester “Dick” Smith.
Service was Wednesday at Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home with Rev. Mike
King officiating. Burial was in Snodgrass Cemetery, Gandeeville.
Quellen McGuire Keith
- June 15, 1920 - January 15, 2008
Quellen
McGuire Keith, 87, of Columbia, South Carolina, formerly of Spencer,
West Virginia, passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2008 in the C.M.
Tucker Center, Columbia, following an extended illness.
Mr. Keith lived most of his life in Spencer, relocating to Columbia, in 2004.
He was born June 15, 1920, at Spencer, a son of the late Russell T. and Edna McGuire Keith.
Mr. Keith was employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Farmers Home Administration for over 40 years. He was elected to two terms on the Roane County Commission, serving from 1988-2000.
He was a 1938 graduate of Spencer High School, a graduate of Hampden-Sydney College and earned an M.S. in Agriculture from West Virginia University.
He was a World War II veteran and served in England in the Army Air Corps. During this time, he played trombone for a military dance band and continued playing for many years with the Top Hatters dance band in Spencer.
Mr. Keith was a member of the Spencer Rotary Club, Moriah Lodge No. 38, A.F. & A.M., the American Legion Post 21, the Roane County Chamber of Commerce and was secretary for many years of W.Va. Hereford Breeders Association. He was also a member and deacon of the First Baptist Church of Spencer.
Quellen was an Eagle Scout and one of the few scouts to meet the founder of the Boy Scouts of America, Lord Robert Baden-Powell, while attending a World Jamboree in England.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Johnnie Mae Keith of Columbia; sons and daughters-in-law, Jon Girard and Crissa Keith, Thomas Christopher and Doris Keith all of Columbia; four grandchildren, Sarah Barrett Keith of Washington, DC, Anna Christine Keith of Charleston, SC, Adam Christopher Keith and Matthew Thomas Keith both of Columbia; brothers, Dr. John E. Keith of Spartanburg, SC and Russell T. Keith, Jr. of Charleston, WV.
A funeral service will be conducted Saturday, January 19 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church of Spencer, with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King officiating. Burial with military graveside rites, accorded by several Roane County veteran groups, will be in the Eventide Cemetery, Spencer.
Friends may call at the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, Friday from 6-8 p.m. and at the church one hour prior to the service.
Memorial contributions are preferred to the “Elevator Fund”, First Baptist Church of Spencer, 338 Main St., Spencer, WV 25276.
Justine Spencer Harris
- November 3, 1920 - December 6, 2007
Justine Spencer Harris, 87, of Spencer, died Thursday, December 6, 2007, at home.
She was born November 3, 1920, at White Oak, Calhoun County, a daughter of the late Elber and Icy Bell Jarvis Spencer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Corliss Willard Harris, Sr.; one son, Corliss Willard Harris, Jr.; one sister, Joy Metz DeWeese.
Justine was a homemaker and mother. She enjoyed sewing and flower gardening. She was a 50 year member and Past Matron of the Linden Chapter No. 152, O.E.S., Linden and a member of the Roane General Hospital Auxiliary. She was also a member of the Clover Community Church, Clover and attended the First Baptist Church of Spencer.
Survivors include two sons, Stanton Aquilla Harris and Wayne Cecil Harris both of Spencer; three sisters, Dorlene Walker of Ravenswood, Dormal Rhodes and Wanda Nutter both of Spencer; six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
The funeral service will be conducted Sunday, December 9 at 2:00 p.m. in the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King and the Rev. Randall L. “Randy” Whited officiating. Burial will be in the Clover Cemetery, Clover. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. Saturday.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Spencer, 338 Main St., Spencer, WV 25276 or the Clover Community Church, c/o Norma Allen, 49 Clover Road, Spencer, WV 25276.
Mary E. Nugen
- June 19, 1917 - August 6, 2007
Mary
E. Nugen, 90, of Spencer, West Virginia, formerly of Summersville,
went home to be with her Lord, Monday, August 6, 2007.
She was born June 19, 1917, in Nicholas County, the daughter of the late Marshall and Mertie Bell Tyree. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Orval W. Nugen; a brother, Paul Tyree; and a sister, Ezelle Hypes.
Mrs. Nugen was a homemaker and mother. She was the bookkeeper at Citizens Chevrolet, Clay. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer. Prior to moving to Spencer, she had been an active member and Sunday school teacher at the Summersville Baptist Church and the First Baptist Church of Clay.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Sue and Curt Sayre of Dayton, TN, Mary Ann and Woody Wilson of Spencer; a son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Linda Nugent of Mineral Wells; nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
A funeral service and celebration of her life will be Thursday, August 9 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church of Spencer with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King and the Rev. Dr. Curtis Sayre officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Summersville.
Friends may call at the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday and at the church one hour before the service.
Memorial donations are preferred to the Roane County Library, 110 Parking Plaza, Spencer, WV 25276.
Virginia Katheryn Davis Hathaway
- February 19, 1925 - June 15, 2007
Virginia Katheryn Davis Hathaway, 82, of Spencer, died June 15, 2007, at Roane General Hospital, Spencer, after a short illness.
She was born February 19, 1925, in Calhoun County, a daughter of the late Jesse and Lula Smith Davis. She was a homemaker and a seamstress with Spencer Manufacturing Company. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer. A former resident of Speed, she was also a member of the Speed United Methodist Church.
She is survived by one daughter, Mary, and her husband, Lawrence Newlon, of Greensburg, Pa.; one son, Jerry Hathaway and his wife, Linda, of Williamstown; one sister, Violet (Davis) Harbert of Ontario, Canada; granddaughters, Terri (Hathaway) and her husband, Kevin Welch, of Vincent, Ohio, Laura (Newlon) and her husband, the Rev. Phillip Elliott of Smithfield, Pa., and Amy (Newlon) and her husband, Matthew Bundy, of Vienna, Va.; grandson, Barry Hathaway and his wife, Maxie, of Suffolk, Va.; great-grandchildren, Sarah and Aaron Elliott of Smithfield, Pa., Kial, Chase and Collin Welch of Vincent, Ohio, and Gavin and Brooke Bundy of Vienna, Va.; and special friend and caregiver, Donna Lucas of Spencer.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Edward Gale Hathaway; and brothers, Harold and Earl Davis.
The service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 18, 2007, at Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home, Spencer, with the Rev. Mike King officiating. Burial will be in the Eventide Cemetery, Spencer. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.[RETURN TO TOP]
Betty L. Foster Atkinson
- June 12, 1930 - June 10, 2007
Betty L. Foster Atkinson, 76, of Spencer, died Sunday, June 10, 2007, in Cedar Grove Personal Care Facilities, Parkersburg.
She was born June 12, 1930, in Spencer, a daughter of the late Jarrett A. and Carrie A. Smith Foster. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, June Y. Mount.
Betty was a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer, where she served as a Sunday school teacher, member of the Board of Christian Education and a member of the Prayer Ministries.
She was a 4-H leader for 35 years. Also, she was a member of the Roane County 4-H Foundation and the 4-H All-Stars.
Betty was co-founder and co-coordinator of Roane County CAP. She was a former president of the Roane County Republican Women. She was a member of the Roane General Hospital Auxiliary, the Board of Directors of Building Blocks Child Development and the Roane County Retired School Personnel.
She retired in 1994 from the Roane County Board of Education as a counselor serving the Spencer Middle School. Betty served as president and treasurer of the W.Va. Professional Educator’s Association, Inc. She was a member of the American Association of Counselors; former treasurer and membership chairperson of the W.Va. Counselor’s Association.
Betty was a 1947 graduate of Spencer High School. She earned her B.A. at Marshall University and her Master’s in counseling at WVCOGS.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Jane Beth and Richard Page of Pinehurst, NC – Carrie Ann and Bill Brezinski of Athens; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald D. and Cathy Atkinson of Vass, NC – Randall L. and Cara Atkinson of Parkersburg; one sister, Nancy R. Bennett of Eleanor; seven grandchildren, Nathan Stonestreet , Anna Stonestreet Smith, Jacob, Carrie Beth and Will Brezinski, Jarrett and Gabriel Atkinson; one great granddaughter, Lauren Stonestreet.
A funeral service will be conducted Tuesday, June 12 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church of Spencer, with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King officiating. Burial will be in the Eventide Cemetery, Spencer.
Friends may call Monday, from 6-8 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Spencer and one hour prior to the service Tuesday.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to either the Roane County 4-H Foundation or Building Blocks Child Development Center.
John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, is in charge of arrangements.
Evelyn S. Dye
- Jan 2, 1917 - May 14, 2007
Evelyn S. Dye, 90, of Spencer, West Virginia, died Monday, May 14, 2007, in the Roane General Hospital, Spencer.
She was born January 2, 1917, at Philippi, Barbour County, a daughter of the late Carson and Ellen Bennett Stemple. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Martha Stemple; and one granddaughter, Beth Cassady.
Mrs. Dye was a retired Spencer Grade School teacher and a graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon. She was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer.
Survivors include her husband, John Dye, whom she married February 14, 1937; one daughter, Marty Cassady of Dallas, TX; one son, Carson Dye of Toledo, OH; five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A funeral service will be conducted Thursday, May 17 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church of Spencer, with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King officiating. Burial will be in the Eventide Cemetery, Spencer.
Friends may call Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer and at the church one hour prior to the funeral.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Spencer, “Elevator Project”, 338 Main Street, Spencer, WV 25276.
Maurice Edward "Eddie" Webb
- 1924 - December 16, 2006
Maurice Edward “Eddie Webb, 82, of Huntington, died December 16, 2006, in the V.A. Medical Center, Huntington.
Eddie was a son of the late William Wallace Webb and the late Lilyan Kirk Webb Fugett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step father, John Fugett; sister, Eloise Arthur; brothers, William Webb, Jr. and Richard Webb.
He was a retired employee of the V.A. Medical Center, Huntington. He was a graduate of Huntington East High School and a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer. Also, he was an Army veteran of World War II.
Survivors include his wife, Bobbie J. Webb; daughters and son-in-law, Ellen West of Pontiac, MI, Linda and Paul Glover of Ona, Robin Davis of Huntington; son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Sandy Webb of Philadelphia, PA; stepdaughters and sons-in-law, Debra and Joe Moore of Dunbar, Carol and Chuck Polan of Huntington; step son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Jayne Bennett of Spencer; sister, Edith Hatten of Huntington; 11 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
A funeral service will be conducted Tuesday, December 19 at 2:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church of Spencer, with the Rev. Leon B. Strickland officiating. Burial, with military graveside rites, will be in the Clover Cemetery, Clover. Friends may call at the church one hour before the funeral.
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Charles William "Bill" Kincaid
- April 14, 1925 - December 3, 2006
Charles William “Bill” Kincaid, 81, of Spencer, West Virginia, died Sunday, December 3, 2006.
He was born April 14, 1925, a son of the late Ott G. and Maude E. Kincaid. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Harry and James Kincaid.
Bill was a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer, an Army veteran of World War II and was in the wholesale and retail grocery business.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara R. Bennett Kincaid; daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Garlan Miller of Spencer, Jane and Stan Heasley of Morgantown, Janet and Jay Starcher of Spencer; son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Daneen Kincaid of Clarkston, MI; grandchildren, Mike and Steven Starcher, Elliott and Miller, Sarah and Jessica Heasley, Stephanie, Tiffany and Jordan Kincaid; great grandsons, Dylan, Daniel and Alex Starcher.
There will be a gathering of family and friends Saturday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church of Spencer, 338 Main St. and Parking Plaza, Spencer. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider memorial donations to the First Baptist Church of Spencer, Elevator Fund, 338 Main Street, Spencer, WV 25276.[RETURN TO TOP]
Richard H. "Dick" Turner
- August 19, 1932 - November 7, 2006
Richard H. “Dick” Turner, 74, of Gandeeville, died Tuesday, November 7, 2006, at 11:25 p.m. in the Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston, after an extended illness.
He was born August 19, 1932 in Ogdensburg, NY, a son of Jean Porter Turner of Ogdensburg, NY and the late Robert W. Turner. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two daughters, Sally Turner and Peggy Turner; two brothers, David Turner and Art Turner.
“Dick” was a retired pipefitter and a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union, Local 73, Oswego, NY. He was a member of the NRA and the Waddington Lodge No. 0393, F. & A.M., Waddington, NY. He was a Navy veteran and a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer, WV.
In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife, Joan Jennie-Belle White Turner of Spencer; two daughters, Dawn McCune of Spencer and Charlene Reed of Walton; one son, Daniel Turner of Gandeeville; two brothers, George Turner of Canton, NY and Lawrence Turner of St. Lawrence County, NY; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the First Baptist Church of Spencer after 6:00 p.m. Friday. There will be no funeral service.
John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, is in charge of arrangements.
Mozelle Hickman
- August 15, 1920 - February 1, 2008
Mozelle Hickman, 87, of
She was born
Sunday, August 15, 1920, in Kanawha County, the daughter of the late
Mickey and Beatrice Hudson Halstead, Sr. In addition to her parents,
she was preceded in death by her husband, Orville H. Hickman.
A funeral service
will be conducted Monday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m. in the John H.
Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, with the Rev. Michael F. “Mike” King
officiating. Burial will be in the
Marguerite Wade