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Isabelle C. Gillispie

September 9th, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Isabelle C. Gillispie, 80, of Alum Creek died Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at home after a long illness.

She was a member of the VFW Women’s Auxiliary Post 4768 Alum Creek.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold J. Gillispie.

She is survived by:

Sons: Arnold, Jr. Of Stanville, KY and

David of Alum Creek

Daughters: Deborah Marler of Greenville, SC and

Pam Cook of Alum Creek

7 Grandchildren

3 Step-grandchildren

9 great grandchildren

9 step-great grandchildren

Service will be 1:00 pm Thursday, September 11, 2008, at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Frank Chapman and Minister Richard Runyan officiating.  Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park.  Friends and Family may gather 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, family request donations be sent to HospiceCare, 1143 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar, WV  25064.  Isabelle’s family would like to extend a special thank you to all the wonderful people with Hospice for their support, care, hugs and so much more ~ you are truly angels.

Linda Kay Davis

September 3rd, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

On September 3, 2008, God sent his angels to take Linda Kay Davis, 63, of Garretts Bend, to her heavenly home.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Jack, and her son Randy.

She attended Elizabeth Baptist Church.  Throughout her life, Kay unselfishly gave to her family, friends, and community and she was well-respected and loved.

She is survived by her daughter, Ronda L. Pereira and her husband, Mitchell of Midlothian, Virginia; son, Jack R. Davis, II of Midlothian, Virginia, who is a member of the Military Service; daughter, Tammy J. Hawkins and her husband, Efrem of Corona, California; six grandchildren, Anthony A., Jonathan M., and Mitchell A. Pereira II, Jared S.R., Derrick J.R., and Samantha I. Hawkins.

It would be impossible to list all of her family and friends that will miss her deeply because she was a friend and was loved by everyone who met her.

The memorial service will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at the Paul Cemetery, Garretts Bend, where we will be sharing our happy memories of her.

Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, in care of arrangements.

Theodore Wayne (Teddy) Gravely, Sr.

September 1st, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Theodore Wayne (Teddy) Gravely, Sr., 44, of Cross Lanes passed away Monday, September 1, 2008 at Thomas Memorial Hospital after a long illness.

He was preceded in death by his parents: George & Nellie Gravely & brother, Bill A. Gravely.

Teddy was an all around handy-man and loved the outdoors, sports, especially hunting & fishing.

He is survived by:

3 Sons: Theodore W. Jr., Brian Lee & Justine DeWayne Gravely

Daughter: Brandy Smith

3 Brothers: Edward, Frank R., & George Gravely

5 Sisters: Ruby A. Moore

Mary Cole

JoAnn Baire

Betty Withrow

Mary Lou Carpenter

6 Grandchildren

Many nieces and nephews

Service will be 2:00 pm Thursday, September 4, 2008 at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek, with Pastor Frank Chapman officiating.  Burial will be in Forks of Coal Cemetery.  Family and friends may call 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Vada Jean Snyder

August 28th, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Vada Jean Snyder, 85, of Charleston, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, August 28, 2008 at St. Francis Hospital Charleston after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde William Snyder, son Larry Lane Snyder, two sisters,  three brothers and her parents.

She is survived by:

2 Sons: Jerry Wayne “Spaceman” Songer and Clyde Ervin “Snooks” Snyder;

4 Grandchildren: Jason Snyder, Misty Dotson, Jeanie Dunlap and Jennifer Snyder;

1 Step Grand-daughter: Tammy Pauley

1 Special Step Grandson: Dustin Pauley

6 Great grandchildren and 2 step great grandchildren

2 Sisters: Maryland Moore and Phyllis Thomason;

Services will be 2:00 PM Saturday, August 30, at Curry Funeral Home 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Basil Hudson officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park So. Charleston. Friends may gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Jean enjoyed gardening and myrtle picking. She also enjoyed hunting greens with neighbor Edith Stover. She especially loved cooking for her family and loved family gatherings. Sitting on the porch sharing her love of nature with all those that would gather round was her most cherished moments. Jean was a kind generous person, she always gave food and clothing to those in need. Her house was open to all, she never turned anyone away. She will be forever missed and never forgotten.

Brenda Joyce Justice Huffman

August 23rd, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Brenda Joyce Justice Huffman, 65, of Alkol was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 23, 2008 after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her father Alvis Justice Sr., mother & stepfather Violet & Leck Huffman, brother, Frank Justice, sister Irma Nelson and grand-daughter Jessica Joyce Huffman.

She is survived by her husband: Jackson Huffman

3 sons and their wives; Mark & Kim, Craig & Delphia and Brian & Cora; all of Alkol

7 grand children; Joshua Kenneth, Zachary Scott, Heather Justice, Matthew Tyler, Jeremy Lee, Timothy Ray and Anna Mae

Brother: Alvis Justice Jr., of Julian

Brenda was dearly loved and will be greatly missed , until we meet again.

Services will be 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at the Curry Funeral Home , 2097   Childress Road, Alum Creek, with Pastors Gene Pauley, Bob Adkins & Jimmy Lawrence officiating.  Burial will be in the Huffman Family Cemetery at Alkol.  Friends will gather 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Leroy Franklin Rowley

August 23rd, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Leroy Franklin Rowley, 83 of Sod died Saturday, Aug 23, 2008 at CAMC Memorial Division after a short illness.

He was a retired construction worker and a WW ll Navy Veteran.

Surviving are his wife: Doris

Children: Penny Cooley, Donna Maroney & Brady “Butch” Rowley

3 Step Children, 5 Grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and sister: Dorothy Miller

Services will be  8:00 PM on Monday, August 25, 2008 at the Curry Funeral Home,  2097 Childress  Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Dennis Wyer officiating.  Burial will be on Tuesday at the Hensley Family Cemetery in Sod.  Friends will gather 1 hour prior to the service on Monday Evening at the funeral home.

Lillian Mae Smith

August 22nd, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Lillian Mae Smith, 94, of So. Charleston, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, August 22, 2008 at Hubbard Hospice House Charleston after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband Bill Smith.

She was a homemaker and seamstress, and a member of the Springhill Baptist Church, So. Charleston.

She is survived by her son: William Wray Smith and his wife Delores of So. Charleston;

1 Sister: Nina McKenzie of Princeton;

3 Grandchildren: Billy Wray Smith and his wife Michelle; Cheryl Elswick and her husband Clinton; and Karen Smith;

4 Great Grandchildren: Caleb, Courtney, Cara and Cami;

Services will be 1:00 PM Monday, August 25, at Curry Funeral Home 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Mark Patton and Rev. Roger Hartwell officiating. Burial will be at Graceland Memorial Park So. Charleston.  Family and friends will gather from 3 to 5 PM Sunday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 731, St. Albans, WV 25177.

Dennis A. Highlander

August 21st, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Dennis A. Highlander, 71, of Charleston went home to be with the Lord Thursday, August 21, 2008 after a long illness.

He was a retired coal miner and an avid hunter and fisherman.

He is survived by:

Sons: Kevin A. Highlander of Charleston

Terry E. Highlander of Oak Hill

Grandsons: Zachary and Chase Highlander of Charleston

Niece: Sheila Richmond of Alderson, WV

Service will be 1:00 pm Saturday, August 23, 2008 at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Rev. Pete Thompson officiating.  Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.  Friends and family may call from 6 to 8 pm Friday at the funeral home.

Charles Edward Settle, Jr.

August 19th, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Charles Edward Settle, Jr., 80, of Yawkey went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, August 19, 2008 after a long illness.

Charles was born August 3, 1928 to the late Charles and Genela Settle.  He was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church and a retiree of Union Carbide with 42 years of service.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Settle and sister, Exlee Gillenwater.

Charles is survived by his loving family

Wife: Janice “Midge”

Daughter & son-in-law: Kristi and Travis Long

Grandchildren: Michelle, Kirsten and Katie

Great Grandchildren: Hannah and Hayden

Brother: Thomas Settle

Family friend: Charles “PI” Linville and the family of Debbie & Mike Rutherford

Private graveside services will be held at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey with

Pastors Richard McCallister and Oshel Bell officiating.  Friends and family may call Thursday, August 21 from 12 to 2 PM at Sumerco Church of God.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Hospice of Huntington, 3100 Staunton Road, Huntington, WV 25702.  May Charles always be remembered for his love and devotion to his family.

Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek in charge of arrangements.

William Fenten Kirk

August 17th, 2008 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

William Fenten Kirk, 78, of South Charleston went home to be with the Lord Sunday, August 17, 2008 at CAMC Memorial Division after a long illness.

He was retired from General Motors Corp. In Pontiac, MI.  He attended  Olcott Community Church.

He is survived by:

Wife: Martha

Son: William Kirk, Jr.

2 Step-children: Misty Thomas & Michael Hitchcock

5 Step Grandchildren:

3 Brothers: Junior, Clarence & Karel Kirk

3 Sisters: Virginia Moore, Marcella Sams and Vinnie Perdue

Service will be 2:00 pm Friday, August 22, 2008 at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Jimmy Webb officiating.  Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.  Friends and Family may gather Thursday from 7 to 9 at the funeral home.