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Andrew L. Snodgrass

May 25th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Andrew L. Snodgrass, 36, of Madison, formerly of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 25, 2002 after a long illness.

He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Lee Snodgrass; his paternal grandparents, Elmer and Mary Snodgrass; and his maternal grandmother, Phyllis Shamblin.

He was a graduate of St. Albans High School and was a participant in the Shawnee Hills programs for many years. Andrew also enjoyed and excelled in the Special Olympics.

He is survived by: Mother & Step-Father: Linda and Larry Totten of Charleston, WV; 2 Bros: Scott & Mark Snodgrass of Charleston, WV; 2 Sisters: Debra Snodgrass of Charleston, WV Tamela Adkins of South Charleston, WV; Maternal Grandfather: Ervin Shamblin of Prenter; and many other loved ones.

Service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with Pastor Merlin Provance officiating. Burial will be in Pineview Cemetery, Orgas. Friends may call from 7 to 9 Monday at the funeral home.

Lena Rhoades

May 9th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Lena Rhoades, 83, of Charleston, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2002.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Davis Creek Church of the Nazarene.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Ivan Rhoades.

She is survived by: 2 Daughters: Connie Lawson of Charleston, WV Ivana Pauley of Cleveland, OH; 1 Son: William Rhoades of Columbus, OH; 3 Sisters: Bonnie Hall of Elkview, W V; Mildred Miller of Mocksville, NC; Maxine O’Keefe of Portland, OR; 6 Brothers: Edgaz Winfree of Yuba City, CA; Grover Winfree of Bunker Hill, II; Kyle Winfree of Cool, CA; Franklin Winfree of Raeford, NC; David and Kenneth Winfree both of Moro, II; 7 Grandchildren; 2 Great Grandchildren.

Services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, May 12, 2002 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with Reverend David Mitchell officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston. Friends may call 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

James S. “Crockett” Rutledge

May 7th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

James S. “Crockett” Rutledge, 60, of Alum Creek, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2002.

He is survived by his: Wife: Wilma; 2 Sons: James Adam Rutledge, II of Hurricane; Joshua Allen Rutledge at home; 1 Daughter: Crystal Thomas of Scott Depot; 2 Brothers: Harold Rutledge of Lorain, OH; Freeman Dean Rutledge of Willits, CA; 1 Sister: Donna Kay Miller of Troy, MO; 5 Grandchildren: James, Kristin, and Joseph Rutledge William and Emily Thomas.

Service will be Saturday, May 11, 2002 at 2:00 PM at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastor Burt Hall officiating. Burial will be in Cobb Family Cemetery, Alum Creek. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, May 10, 2002 from 7 to 9 PM.

Diane R. Pauley

April 30th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Diane R. Pauley, 58 of Alum Creek, died Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at home after a short illness.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Rahn Allen.

She is survived by her husband, Jack; one sister, Mary Anne Allen Harris and husband Carl of Ashland, VA; two brothers, John A. Allen, Jr. of Albuquerque, NM and George S. Allen of South Charleston; three step-daughters, Kim Sharp of Poca; Robin Pauley of White Plains, NY; Tina Pauley of Phoenix, AZ; one step-grandson, Robert Tabor of Poca; several nieces and nephews; special cousin, Roberta Bradford of Poughkeepsie, NY.

A memorial service will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, on Saturday, May 4, 2002 at 2:00 PM. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kanawha Hospice Care, 1143 Dunbar Avenue, Dunbar, West Virginia 25064.

Altha O. Kirk

April 26th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Altha O. Kirk, 68 of Sissonville, formerly of Brounland, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, April 26, 2002 at CAMC Memorial Division after a short illness.

She was retired from CAMC Memorial Division and attended the Maranatha Baptist Church at Sissonville.

She is survived by her: Husband: George W.; 1 Daughter: Pamela K. Hudnall of Hernshaw; 3 Sons: Billy R. Kirk of Sissonville; Douglas W. Kirk both of Sissonville; Donald E. Kirk of Goldtown; 2 Sisters: Ruth Marshall of Grayson, KY; Janet Baire of Brounland; 2 Brothers: Donnie Pauley of Big Chimney; Rodney Pauley of Brounland; 6 Grandchildren, 2 Great Granddaughters and expecting 1 additional great grandson;

Services will be 11:00 am on Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at the Maranatha Baptist Church, located just off the Tuppers Creek Exit #111 of I 77 N. in Sissonville, with Pastor Bill Bartlett officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston. Friends may call from 6 to 9 PM Monday at the Maranatha Baptist Church. Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek is in charge of arrangements.

Mark S. Duncan

April 20th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mark S. Duncan, 45 of Alum Creek, died Saturday, April 20, 2002 at home of an apparent heart attack.

He was an employee of EDS Corp., South Charleston and a former employee of American Electric Power for 23 years. He was past president of the Mountaineer Little League for two years and was presently the treasurer and information officer.

He is survived by his:
Parents: Bobby and Eulah Fay Duncan of Alum Creek, 2 Sisters: Kim Rodeheaver and Denise Hannan both of Cross Lanes, 1 Nephew: Andrew Duncan; 1 Niece: Stephania Rodeheaver.

Services will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek on Tuesday Apri123, 2002 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Phillip Bowles and Pastor Frank Chapman officiating. Burial will be held at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston. Friends may call from 7 to 9 PM Monday, April 22, 2002 at the funeral home. The family ask that if you wish, make donations to the Mountaineer Little League, PO Box 593, Alum Creek, West Virginia 25003.

Alice Lore Townsend

April 19th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Alice Lore Townsend, 81 of South Charleston, died Friday, April 19, 2002 at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston after a long illness.

Graveside services will be 2:00 PM on Monday, April 22, 2002 at Graceland Memorial Park in South Charleston. Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek is in charge of arrangements.

Ruth Louise Hall

April 16th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Ruth Louise Hall, 73 of Sumerco, died Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at the Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston, after a long illness.

She was a retired postmaster from Sumerco Post Office, a member of the Cobbs Creek Missionary Baptist Church, and a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Alum Creek.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Hall on February 14, 2002.

She is survived by her: 1 Son: Rev. Gary Hall of Charleston; 2 Sisters: Carmen Reynolds of Peach Creek; Helena Mills of Kettering, OH; 2 Grandchildren: Windy Beaver and Scott Hall; 2 Great Grandchildren. Shawn and Katlyn Beaver.

Services will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, on Thursday, April 18, 2002 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Clarence Hutton officiating. Burial will be held in Midkiff Cemetery, Sumerco. Friends may call on Wednesday, Apri117, 2002 from 7 to 9 PM at the funeral home. Please support hospice.

Sandra Kay Via James

April 11th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Sandra Kay Via James, 53 of Charleston, formerly of Alum Creek, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, April 11, 2002 at CAMC General Division.

She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her mother, Helna Alta Scott Vickers.

She is survived by her: 2 Daughters Tammy Pauley of Myrtle Beach, SC; Cynthia Harper of Charleston, WV; Father: Curtis C. Vickers of Sissonville, WV; 3 Brothers: John Allen Vickers of Polk City, FL; Harold Glen Vickers of South Charleston, WV; Wayne Vickers of Bradenton, FL; 4 Grandsons: Joseph, Ronnie, Jacob and Matthew Harper.

Services will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, on Monday, April 15, 2002 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Frank Chapman officiating. Burial will be held in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston. Friends may call on Sunday, April 14, 2002 from 4 to 6 PM at the funeral home.

William H. Coiner

April 8th, 2002 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

William H. Coiner, 78 of McCorkle, died Monday, April 8, 2002 at home after a long illness.

He was a retired Army Command Sergeant Major with 23 years of service, a WWII Army Paratrooper during which he served as a member of the 517 Airborne Combat Regimental Team, and fought in five major campaigns in the European Theater of Operations. He also served in the 101st and 11th Airborne divisions. He was a coal miner and a union construction laborer. He was a Christian.

He was preceded in death by his parents: William I; Olive J. Alderman Coiner; brother: Randall E. Coiner; Sister: June Coiner.

He is survived by his: Wife: Thelma Florene “Flo”; 2 Sons: William J. “Jink” Coiner of Waverly; Ralph Eugene “Spike” Coiner of McCorkle; 1 Brother: Jack Coiner of Ravenswood; 1 Sister: Betty Smith of Ocala, FL; 6 Grandchildren; 3 Great Grandchildren.

Services will be held at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, on Thursday, April l 1, 2002 at 1:00 PM with Pastor Roe Smith officiating. Burial with military graveside rites conducted by the Benny Padilla Post #4768 in conjunction with a Ft. Knox detachment will be held in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston. Friends may call on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 from 7 to 9 PM at the funeral home.