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Melvin Ray Turley

July 21st, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Melvin Ray Turley, 84, formerly of Alum Creek, WV, went home to be with the Lord Monday, July 20, 2020 at Willow Valley Communities in Lancaster, PA, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Melvin was predeceased by his wife, Betty, his parents, Myrtle and Jesse Turley and one grandchild. 

He is survived by his son, Kevin, of Deep Gap, NC, five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

When in Charleston, Melvin was a long-time member of Bible Center Church.  He retired from Bearings Incorporated after many years of service.

In 2014, Melvin and Betty moved to Willow Valley Communities in Lancaster where he enjoyed their time together before he entered healthcare.

A graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 25, 2020 with Pastor Lee Walker officiating at Forks of Coal Cemetery in Alum Creek.    

Henry Avender Blake

July 17th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Henry Avender Blake, 88, of Charleston, WV, went home Thursday, July 16, 2020.

He retired from One Valley Bank in Charleston as an Operations Manager.

Avender was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Childress Blake; parents, Henry and Alice Pauley Blake; and brother, Bernard Blake.

He is survived by son, Mike Blake (Evelyn); daughter Cindy Lewis (Mike); grandchildren, Lori Cummings and Ryan Blake; great grandchildren, Austin Blake and Alriah Flores.

A graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 20, at Graceland Memorial Park in South Charleston with Pastor Gene Pauley officiating.

Julia Ann Roberts

July 17th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Julia Ann Roberts, 70, of St. Albans, formerly of Brushy Fork, WV, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 16, 2020, at Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation in St. Albans.

She was a member of the Sumerco Church of God.

Julia was preceded in death by her parents, Orville and Lucy Roberts; brother, Harley Roberts; and sisters, Louise Byrd, Maggie Abbott, and Bell Hayes.

She is survived by sisters, Mable Waits, Rose (Forrest) Johnston, and Becky (Walter) Cook; brothers, Orville “Buster” (Norma) Roberts, Harry (Phyllis) Roberts, Robert (Nora) Roberts and Arthur (Mary) Roberts; and many nieces and nephews.

Service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, July 20, at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek with Pastor Richard McCallister officiating.  Burial will follow at Roberts Cemetery, Alkol.   The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service. 

Johnnie Franklin Chandler

July 17th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Johnnie Franklin Chandler, 47 of Alum Creek, passed away on Thursday July 16, 2020 at Thomas Memorial Hospital.

He was born on July 25, 1972 to the late Johnnie and Deborah Eskew Chandler.  He was also preceded in death by his son, Colton Chandler.

Johnnie is survived by his children, Johnathon Chandler, Chloe Chandler, Savanna Blevins, Matthew Chandler, Madison Chandler, and Jenna Kennedy; grandchildren, Maylie Chandler, Oaklyn Hall, Grayson Chandler, Skylar Blevins, and Dawson Blevins; he is also survived by his sister, Becky Lilly (Todd Mosteller), nephew, Jeffrey Lilly and niece Alicen Mosteller.

In keeping with Johnnies wishes there will be no services, he will be laid to rest with his parents at the Chandler Family Cemetery at the homeplace.

Kenneth Bradley Vanhoose

July 11th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

Kenneth Bradley Vanhoose, 61, of Charleston, WV, was born August 27, 1958, the third child and first son of the union of James and Wanda (Bailey) Vanhoose, completed his earthly journey Friday, July 10, 2020 at Genesis Valley Center on Lincoln Drive.

He was a high school athlete participating in football and track.  Brad played Little League Baseball and church league basketball.

He started his career as a painter for W.Q. Waters and went on to establish his own company, Carolina Service Group in Anderson, SC.  Later he merged as a partner with Industrial Specialities LLC, which he operated until Alzheimer’s impacted his life.

Brad has three children from two marriages, Lanique of Phoenix, AZ, Grant Vanhoose of Piedmont, SC, and Taylor Brockman of Anderson, SC.  He also leaves to share memories six grandchildren, Jasmin and Shereef Younis of San Hose, CA, Toren and Teal Brockman of Anderson, SC, James and Rett Vanhoose of Piedmont, SC.  He dearly loved his visits with all of them.  Brad is also survived by his brother, Steve Vanhoose; and sisters, Deborah Vanhoose and Susan (Bart) Haynes.

Service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek with Pastor Kent Estep officiating and friend Alan Mendeloff also sharing. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.  The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service.

We wish to thank the staff of Genesis-Valley Center for their love, care and support extended to Brad during his declining years.

Jeffrey Christopher Darnell

July 10th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Jeffrey Christopher Darnell, 63, of Griffithsville, WV, was born April 27, 1957 and passed away July 9, 2020 at CAMC Memorial after a short illness.

Jeff was employed at Parco/Trojan Steel in Charleston for 29 years as a Fabricator.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Delores Ramey Darnell.

He is survived by Mary; daughter, Kristen (Bruce) Searls; brothers, David, Steve (Joni) and Ronnie (Lynette); father, William “Bill” Darnell; grandson, Gaige; several nieces and one nephew.

In keeping with his wishes, Jeff will be cremated and there will be no service.

Deborah Jean “Deb” “Granny” Reed

July 10th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Deborah Jean “Deb” “Granny” Reed, 67, of Julian, WV, went to see her Jesus Thursday, July 9, 2020 at home after a long illness.

Deb was a Pentecostal by faith, loved church, reading and traveling. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Carlos David and Joan Marilyn Eans Gadd; brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Laura Sawyer.

Deb is survived by her children, Al Scott of Jefferson, Ohio, Tammy Holstein (Calvin) of Julian and Patricia Allen (Bige) of Mantua, Ohio.   She is “Granny” to Lindsey, Alyssa, Joanna, Joshua, Amanda, Timmy Barker, Derrick Pritt and Nathan Allen; nine great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

She is also survived by her biological father, Isaac Ben Reed and numerous nieces and nephews.

In keeping with her wishes, Deb was cremated and there will be no services. 

The family wishes to express their appreciation to Dignity Hospice for the wonderful care given to Deb.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Dignity Hospice, 557 Main Street, Chapmanville, WV 25508.

Betty Carol (Dunlap) Webb

July 9th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Betty Carol (Dunlap) Webb went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 after a long illness.  She is preceded in death by her husband, R.J. “Junior” Webb, son, Tommy Webb, parents, Robert & Ethel Dunlap, sisters, Ruth Griffith, Glenda Roberts and Marcella Dunlap, brothers, James, Dennis and Delbert Dunlap, and special nieces, Sharon Wilson and Debbie Holstein.

She is survived by her son, Ronnie (Karen) Webb, daughters, Kama (John) McGhee, and Angie (Paul) Webb Thomas, grandchildren, Jonathan and Kristy McGhee, Jason (Beth), Samantha and Addison Webb and Ian Thomas.  She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Zachery, Jackson and Madeline Webb, daughter-in-law, Darla Webb and many of her family and friends.

Betty was a faithful member of Loudendale Freewill Baptist Church for more than 40 years, where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday School.  She worked as a homemaker and as an  administrative secretary with her husband’s business, American Tree Expert Company. 

Betty was the sweetest, most loving and easy going person you would ever meet.  She loved the Lord and loved going to church.  We will miss her so much but will see her again someday. 

Service will be 3:00pm Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Loudendale Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Larry Young officiating.  Burial will follow at the Comer Cemetery at Loudendale.

Family and friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church.

We would like to thank HospiceCare, especially Nikki, Jennifer and Mollie and also a special thanks to our private nurse, Wendy Winter that took excellent care of our Mom.

Due to Covid-19 Pandemic and for the safety and concern for everyone, please wear proper facial coverings and observe social distancing.  There will be facemasks and hand sanitizer made available. 

Helen Jean Waldron

June 29th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (11 Comments)

Helen Jean Waldron, 71, of Cross Lanes, WV, departed this life, Saturday, June 27, 2020 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Huntington, WV.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Gary, grandson, Wyatt A. Ocampo, parents, Dayton & Freda Ulbrich Lovejoy, brother, Donald Lovejoy and sister and brother-in-law, Veda Christine and Jim Campbell.

Helen was a loving wife and mother and she is survived by her daughters, Lisa (Tony) Ocampo of Lexington, KY, and Jennifer (Stephen) Butta of Alum Creek, WV,  four grandchildren, Dustin (Briana) Crisp, Stephen Butta, Victoria and Hillary Ocampo, great-granddaughter, Rosalie Crisp and sister, Linda Canterbury.

Graveside service will be 1:00pm Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Forks of Coal Cemetery, Alum Creek, with Pastor David Mitchell officiating.  There will be a walk through visitation from 12:00 noon to 1:00pm at Curry Funeral Home.

Linda Smith Bird

June 29th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (6 Comments)

Linda Smith Bird, 69, of Garretts Bend, Lincoln County, entered into heavenly rest on June 28, 2020 with her family by her side at Hubbard Hospice West located at Thomas Memorial Hospital after a strong and courageous battle with cancer.

Linda was born April 5, 1951 to the late James “Opal” and Ercyle Smith. She was preceded in death by her oldest brother Bennie Arbaugh and his wife Sandy, brother-in-law Allen Facemire, sister-in-law Debbie Smith, and nephew B.J. Facemire.

Linda was a 1969 graduate of Duval High School.  She obtained a radiologist technologist degree and spent 40 years working as an X-ray tech at various Charleston hospitals.  She went on to serve the residents at Rolling Meadows Assisted Living Facility in Teays Valley.  Linda was a faithful member of Elizabeth Baptist Church for over 50 years.

Linda loved her family and it showed in so many ways.  Her home was always open to others and served as the gathering place for the annual Smith Family Christmas celebration.  She also enjoyed spending time with her kids and spoiling her grandkids.  In recent years, she learned to quilt and created several keepsakes for family members.

Linda leaves behind many family members who will miss her dearly including her husband of 48 years, Kenny Bird; children Angie (Clint) Withrow, Jason (Polly) Bird, and April (Matt) Aldridge; brothers Jimmy (Cathy), David (Judy) Smith, and Tom (Rita) Smith; sister and best friend Katie Facemire; grandchildren Lexi Bird, Isaac, Aaron, and Rachael Withrow; step-grandchildren Dustin and Joshua Stuart. She also leaves behind many friends and a large extended family.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to numerous medical professionals who compassionately cared for Linda (who knew her by her given name, Anna) during her journey.   Specifically, the family thanks Dr. Nadim Bou Zgheib and his caring staff at Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center (ECCC), the loving nurses in the Infusion Center of ECCC, the dedicated nurses and staff of the 5th Floor Oncology Unit at Cabell Huntington Hospital, and the angels at Hubbard Hospice West. 

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 1st at 6:00 at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek.  Friends may call 2 hours prior to the service from 4:00 – 6:00 pm.  Burial will follow in Orchard Hills Memorial Gardens in Yawkey. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church to support the youth BYF program. The mailing address is 1532 Garretts Bend Road, Sod, WV 25564.

Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee withersoever thou goest. Joshua 1:9

Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek, WV, has been caring for families since 1950.