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Gary Lawrence Corns

February 16th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Gary Lawrence Corns, 85 of South Charleston passed away on Thursday February 15, 2024, at home after a long illness.

Gary was a graduate of South Charleston High School and retired as Captain from the Charleston Fire Department.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jennings Herman Corns and Sibyl Eula McCoy Corns; sister, Susan Corns and brother, General John Corns.

Gary is survived by his wife of 65 years, Janet Holstein Corns; daughter, Sharon (Jackie) Blankenship; sister, Jeanette Hill, and granddaughter, Deanna Blankenship.

Funeral service will be 1:00 PM Monday February 19, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with Pastor Gene Pauley officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.

Family and friends will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Gary B. Eller

February 15th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Gary B. Eller, 68, of Alum Creek, WV went to his heavenly home on February 14, 2024.

Gary was born July 7, 1955, and was a born again child of God. Gary’s life was spent as a retired US Marine and a retired surface mine heavy equipment operator. He loved serving his Lord alongside witnessing and praying for others and helping those in his community. He took pride in maintaining his yard, learning how to play the banjo, and playing chess, which he enjoyed thoroughly.

He leaves behind the love of his life, his wife, Roxanna Sue Eller, of 45 years. His 2 daughters, Christina (Joe) Lanham and Susan (Lane) Stewart, both of Alum Creek. Gary has four grandchildren. He and his only grandson, Zachery Clendenin (Kenzie) were the best of pals. His granddaughters were the twinkle in his eye. Tailey Clendenin (Cameron) of Man, Emilee and Ella Stewart also of Alum Creek. Gary also had 1 great granddaughter, Gracelynn Clendenin of Alum Creek. His brother, Jack Brown (Paula) of Slaughter Creek, along with many loving nieces, nephews, and a host of family and friends.

He will always be remembered for spreading the word of God and showing his love for Him. Gary was a devoted husband, a loving Dad, and a loving Papaw. Although the void in our heart for his physical presence knows no bounds, we will take comfort in the fact that his soul is forever rejoicing in Heaven.

Gary was preceded in death by his mother, Lois Rouse, father, Earl Eller and brothers, Earl and George Eller.

It was Gary’s request to be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

If any donations are wished to be sent, please direct them to Curry Funeral Home, PO Box 9, Alum Creek, WV 25003.

John “Johnny” Howard Frazer

February 14th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

John “Johnny” Howard Frazer, 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. He was born on September 7, 1938, in Tioga, West Virginia to the late Fred John and Dana Loraine Sparks Frazer. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Delmas Lee Frazer and Donnie Roger Frazer.

Johnny was a 1957 graduate of Cowen High School. He served in the Marine Corps from 1958 to 1962. While serving, he married his wife, Brenda Woods Frazer, in 1961. He retired as a Millwright from Union Carbide with 33 years of service. Johnny enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, gardening, and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Brenda Woods Frazer; son, Steve (Terri) Frazer of Alum Creek, WV; daughter, Beverly (Terry) Casto of Palestine, WV; grandchildren, Rob (Anna) Frazer of Alum Creek, WV, Matt (Rachel) Frazer of Mars, PA, Stephanie Frazer of Alum Creek, WV; great grandchildren, Wright and Autumn Frazer, Leighton, Kashton, and Taytum Frazer; sister in spirit, Bonnie Worley.

Service will be 11:00am, Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Dent officiating. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be 3:00pm, at West Virginia Memorial Gardens, Calvin, WV.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alum Creek VFW Post 4768, 4443 Brounland Rd, Alum Creek, WV 25003 or HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25312.

Mechelle Marie Williams

February 13th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (7 Comments)

Mechelle Marie Williams, 46, of Charleston, passed peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024, at Hospice West with her family by her side.

She was a graduate of Duval High School and Bridge Valley Community and Technical College. She worked as a Respiratory Therapist with CAMC.

Mechelle was preceded in death by her mother, Susan Chapman; grandparents, Thomas Dale Pauley, Lillian Chapman & Robert Chapman, Sr.

She is survived by her children, Cordale Williams, Paige Williams, Landun Jarrell, and Ky’len Jarrell; father and stepmother, Kenneth (Brenda) Pauley; grandmother, Stella Cecil; brother, Kenneth Pauley, Jr.; sisters, Breaunna Pauley, Khloe Pauley, and Kendra Pauley; and many other family members and friends.

Memorial service will be 11:00am, Friday, February 16, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Doctor Melissa Pratt officiating. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Private burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25312.

Shirley Lee Dunlap

February 7th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Shirley Lee Dunlap, 85, of Yawkey departed this earth for Heaven Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston. She was met at the pearly gates by the love of her life Eugene.

Shirley was also, preceded in death by her parents, Nelson and Hazel Armstrong Dunlap; baby sister, Delores Ann Dunlap.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend.

She is survived by her daughters, Diana Doerr, Robin (Robert) Dunlap, and Donna (Jeff) Linville; sons, Jeff (Joan) Dunlap and Ronnie (Tonya) Dunlap; sisters, Emma Jean Dunlap and Pat McGhee; brother, Lonnie (Dottie) Dunlap; grandchildren, Jessica (Jeff) Powers, Paula (Sarah) Dunlap, Stephanie (Nick) Blake, Ashley Dunlap, Eugene (Qiana) Dunlap, Stephen (Lindsay) Dunlap, Scott (Lindsay) Dunlap, Jeffery Linville (Megan), Ashtyn Linville (Brandon), Brittany (Austin) Cooper, Whitney Dunlap (Tristan); 19 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Service will be 2:00pm, Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastor Rick Cooper officiating. Burial will follow at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to say a special thank you to her daughter-in-law & caregiver, Tonya, who was a precious friend to Shirley.

Kenneth Clinton Flowers

February 5th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

Kenneth Clinton Flowers, 86, of Scott Depot joined his loving wife of 64 years, Pardy, on Sunday morning, February 4, 2024.

Kenneth retired from Rite Aid as a truck driver. He was a great outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and spending his time reminiscing about history.

Kenneth is survived by his special friend, who was like a son to him, Jonathan (J.T.), wife, Missy and daughter, Kaibrea Tyler; sister, Alice Evon (Willie) Smith; nieces, Kay Pennington & family, Kerry Lea & family; nephews, Kenny Farley & family, Frankie Farley.

Funeral service will be 2:00pm, Monday, February 12, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with Pastor David Moutz officiating. Private burial will follow at Tudor Cemetery, South Charleston. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to the Union Mission, PO Box 112, Charleston, WV 25321 on his behalf.

Teisha Racheal Cooper

February 1st, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Teisha Racheal Cooper, 30, of Yawkey, passed away Monday, January 29, 2024, at home.

Teisha is survived by children, Caleb Cooper, Skylar Adkins, and Tyler Adkins; mother and stepfather, Melissa Adkins (James Breedlove); father, Greg Cooper; sister, Shasta Cooper; half-sister, Arianna Daniels; brothers, Craig Cooper, Dustin Cooper, Trevor Cooper, and Michael Mahar; grandparents, Kessley “Chippy” and Lillian Adkins, Clyde and Lucy Mae Cooper; great grandparents to her children, the late Dennis and Rose Adkins; 1 niece and 2 nephews.

Visitation will be 5:00pm, February 2, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home. Service will begin at 6:00pm at the funeral home with Junior Cooper officiating.

Chuck “Pappy” Parrish, Sr.

February 1st, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Chuck “Pappy” Parrish, Sr., 59, of Alkol, formerly of Wilson, NC, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at his home in Alkol, WV.

Chuck served 12 years in the military including time in Afghanistan and Desert Storm.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Oral Katherine Powell Parrish.

He is survived by his wife, Vicky; children, Shannon Nicole (Seth) Taylor, Charles (Angela) Parrish, Jessica (Aaron) Jones; stepchildren, Shelly (Ray) Sawyer and George Randall Putman, II; father, Samuel Parrish; 17 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brother, Thomas (Christene) Parrish; half-brothers, Buddy Parrish and Richard Brown.

A private family service will be held at home at a later date.

Elizabeth Ann McDonough Rabel

January 28th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (4 Comments)

Elizabeth Ann McDonough Rabel, 82, of Losantville, IN passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, at home.

Elizabeth was born November 7, 1941, in Charleston, WV to the late John & Carmen Bossie McDonough. She was a proud graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan College, furthering her education at Morris Harvey and West Virginia University. She enjoyed being a schoolteacher and taught many levels of education from Charleston, WV to Pocahontas County, WV. She retired to be with her grandchildren and later great grandchildren.

Elizabeth is survived by her husband of 62 years, Daniel M. Rabel; children, Tracy (Tina) Rabel of Losantville, IN, Troy Rabel of Arbovale, WV, and Tianna (Vance) Jarrell of Sharpsburg, GA; grandchildren, Taylor (Aaron) Bruner, Tylor Rabel, Caleb Mullinax, Brandon (Brooke) Nottingham, Annissa Jarell (fiancé Cody); great grandchildren, Maya, Theodore, Thatcher, and Oaklynn.

Per her wishes, there will be no public services.

If your life was touched by Elizabeth, say a prayer and hug your loved ones.

Lenda Mae Estep

January 28th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (4 Comments)

Lenda Mae Estep, 83 of Alum Creek passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Marmet Center after a long illness.

Lenda retired from Dow Chemical with over 25 years of service.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Milton and Martha Justice Cook, son, Danny Lee McCoy, daughter, Martha Jean McCoy, brothers, Lee Cook, Bruce Allen Cook, and Lanty Cook; sisters, Laurie Loftis, Maxine Workman, and Lena Bright.

She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Estep, and Mary Francis Renick, son, Ricky Lynn McCoy; 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; brothers, Lester and Leon Cook and her sister, Lou Green.

Graveside service for Lenda Mae Estep will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Brounland Cemetery, Alum Creek.