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Gerald Keith Watts

December 13th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Gerald Keith Watts, 83, of Sumerco, Lincoln County, died Saturday, December 13, 2003 at CAMC Memorial following a sudden illness.

He was born November 22, 1920, at Sod, a son of the late Amos Shelburne Watts and Anice Hill Watts. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Violet Watts, who died as an infant, and Mavis Watts Gold; and by one brother, Chester Grey Watts.

Mr. Watts was a World War II veteran, a graduate of West Virginia State College and West Virginia University, worked 16 years for Union Carbide, and taught English and Spanish for 16 years at Duval High School. During his career at Duval, he took several student groups to Mexico and a couple to Spain. He was a preacher for over 50 years, preaching for several congregations, conducting numerous meetings, and performing dozens of weddings and funerals. He was a member of the Alum Creek Church of Christ, where he served as an elder. He was active in mission work, especially in Central America, making a dozen or more trips to that region. He loved to grow a garden and be outdoors.

Mr. Watts is survived by his wife of nearly 56 years, Sylvia McCormick Watts; two sons and daughters-in-law, Louis K. and Teresa Watts and Gary and Donna Watts of Sumerco; one daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Dan Dooley of Sumerco; one sister, Marybelle McCormick of Sumerco; grandchildren, Danny and wife, Ligeia Dooley; Luke Dooley; Megan, Joseph and Sarah Watts; Nakomo and David Watts; one step-grandchild, William Watts; and a host of friends.

Services will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 2:00 PM at the Alum Creek Church of Christ with Minister Richard Runyan and Minister Justin heel officiating. Burial will be held in the Watts Family Cemetery, Sumerco. Friends may call on Monday, December 15, 2003 from 7 to 9 PM at the Alum Creek Church of Christ. Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, in charge of arrangements.

Helen V. Elkins

December 13th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Helen V. Elkins, 88, of Alkol passed away at the Boone Health Care Center, Danville, following an extended illness.

Helen was born March 17, 1915 at Fraziers Bottom. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Elkins and her parents, Albert and Mary Gillispie. She was a member of the Sycamore Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Alkol. She was director of the Ladies Missionary Society, ladies Sunday school teacher and the pianist for several years. She was a member of the Eastern Star, Chapter 121 Madison, where she was a Past Worthy Matron. She is survived by her three brothers, Alva Gillispie of Elizabethtown, KY; Eugene Gillispie of Milton, WV; and Cleatis Gillispie of Pliney, WV; three sisters, Pauline Grant ofFraziers Bottom, WV; Wanda Lively of Taylor, MI and Emma Jane Miller of Alkol, WV; several nieces and nephews.

Services will be Monday, December 15, 2003 at 1:00 PM at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Rev. Bill Pistore officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey, WV.

Glenna E. Brumfield

December 12th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Glenna E. Brumfield, 100, of Griffithsville, died Friday, December 12, 2003 at the home of her caregiver, Sylvia Adkins of Hamlin after a long illness.

She was a 1948 graduate of Moms Harvey College, a retired teacher and principal in Lincoln County for many years, and a member of Eden Baptist Church.

She is survived by: 2 Sisters: Audrey Pardue of Clara, MI; Pearl Egnor of Clearwater Beach, FL; Several nieces and nephews.

Service will be 2:00 PM Sunday, December 14, 2003 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastor Rexal Cooper and Pastor Hallie Wade officiating. Burial will be in May Cemetery, Griffithsville. Friends may call Saturday from 7 to 9 PM at the funeral home.

Vincent Marotto

December 10th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Vincent Marotto, 76, of Alum Creek, died Wednesday, December 10, 2003 at home after a long illness.

A graveside service with military rites will be held in the Grafton National Cemetery, Grafton, on Friday, December 11, 2003 at 1:00 PM. Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, is in charge of arrangements.

Edith Eskew

December 5th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Edith Eskew, 89, of Roane County, formerly of Alum Creek, died Friday, December 5, 2003 at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, after a short illness.

Edith was born August 18, 1914 and was ready to meet Jesus.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kyle.

She was retired from Charleston Linen Service.

Edith is survived by her daughter and caregiver, Linda Bailey of Walton; sons, Burlin Eskew of South Charleston, Ervin Eskew of South Charleston; brother, Robert Cantley of Spring Hill; sister, Mabel Wilson of Florida; nine grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren.

Services will be held on Monday, December 8, 2003 at 11:00 AM at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with Rev. Gene Pauley officiating. Burial will be held in Graceland Memorial Pack, South Charleston. Friends may call on Sunday, December 7, 2003 from 5 to 7 PM at the funeral home.

Matilda Jane Stuphin

December 4th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Matilda Jane Sutphin, 98, of Griffithsville, departed this life for her heavenly home on December 4, 2003. She was born September 18, 1905.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ira Sutphin, Sr., one son, Kenneth, one daughter, Frances and five grandchildren.

She was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church and a homemaker.

She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Ira and Brenda Sutphin of Yawkey, Lenora Sutphin of Chazles City, VA, Melvin of Griffithsville, Larry and Ann Sutphin of Tornado, and Gordon and Lawanna Sutphin of Montgomery; one daughter, Margaret Patton Payne of South Charleston; 16 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren and caregiver, Janet Lovejoy.

Service will be Sunday, December 7, 2003 at 2:00 PM at the Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with Pastor Oshel Bell and Pastor Frank Chapman officiating. Burial will be held in Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey. Friends may call on Saturday from 6 to 8 PM at the funeral home.
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Freda Pauley Creech

November 29th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Freda Pauley Creech, 84, of Hernshaw, formerly ofAlum Creek, died Saturday, November 29, 2003 at The Caring Place, Ripley, after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Creech.

She was attended Ripley First Church of God.

She is survived by her: Daughters: Kristina Carr of Ripley; Tonya Yates of Lakeland, FL; Brother: Delbert Pauley of Charleston; 5 Grandchildren: Kenneth, Nicholas, Chanty, Jonathon, Cory; 6 Great Grandchildren

Services will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, on Wednesday, December 3, 2003 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Tim Brewer officiating. Burial will be held at Forks of Coal Memorial Park, Alum Creek. Friends may call on Tuesday, December 2, 2003 from 7 to 9 PM at the funeral home.

Elnora Akers Lipscomb

November 28th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Elnora Akers Lipscomb 93, of Alum Creek, formerly of Sophia, past away Friday, November 28, 2003 at Heartland of Charleston after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Carlos Eugene and G. V. Lipscomb, seven sisters and one brother.

She was a member of Seventh Day Advent Church of Beckley.

She is survived by: 1 Daughter and son-in-law: Evelyn and Ennis Waddoups of Beatty, OR; 2 Sons and daughter-in-law: Hewitt and Carolyn Lipscomb of Arabi, GA; Clazence Lipscomb of Trail, OR; 1 Brother: Adair Akers of South Charleston, WV; 2 Sisters: Alberta Haga and brother-in-law, Barney of Sophia, W V; Eva Gragg of Scott Depot, WV; 9 Grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren.

Services will be 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 2, 2003 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastor Robert Leadman officiating. Burial will be at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston. Friends may call from 6 to 8 PM Monday at the funeral home.

Thelma Pauley Midkiff

November 24th, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Thelma Pauley Midkiff, 87, of Monroe, Louisiana, formerly of Tornado, West Virginia, died Monday, November 24, 2003 after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dalton Midkiff.

Thelma was a member of the Monroe Bible Missionary Church.

She is survived by her: Sons: Marvin Midkiff of Conover, NC; Donnie Midkiff of Alum Creek; Daughters: Joyce Cook of Alum Creek; Mony Lawton of Monroe, LA; Nyleen Eversole of Davenport, IA; 12 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren, 4 Great Great Grandchildren.

Services will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, on Friday, November 28, 2003 at11:00 AM with Rev. Timothy Lawton officiating. Burial will beheld in Turley Family Cemetery, Alum Creek. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

Gladys N. Holstein

November 23rd, 2003 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Gladys N. Holstein, 78, of McCorkle, died Sunday, November 23, 2003 at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, after a short illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Laudric and two sisters, Mabel and Grace.

Gladys was a member of Cobbs Creek Missionary Baptist Church.

She is survived by her: Daughter: Sharon Madden; Sons: Mark Holstein; John Paul Holstein; 2 Grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews; Special friends, Elaine Watts and Lisa Graley.

Services will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Mike Kordusky officiating. Burial will be held in Lively Cemetery, Sod. Friends may call on Wednesday one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.