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Ronald Scott Linville

March 23rd, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Ronald Scott Linville, 57 of Alum Creek, passed away on Wednesday March 20, 2024.

Ronnie was a 1986 graduate of Duval High School. He managed several restaurants including A&W and Kenny Rogers. Ronnie mostly enjoyed his time outdoors hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his father Buddy Linville and is survived by his mother, Barbara Linville; son, Scott Linville; brother, Timothy Linville; and granddaughter, Leah Hager.

In keeping with Ronnie’s wishes he will be cremated and laid to rest in a private service.

Richard Allen Comer

March 18th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

Richard Allen Comer, 81, of Alum Creek passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Hubbard Hospice House – West, South Charleston, WV. He was preceded in death by his parents, Job & Nellie Dunlap Comer, son-in-law Mark Clark and sister-in-law, Connie Comer.

He graduated from Charleston High School Class of 1960, and retired from Hobet Mining with 30 years. He served in the U.S. Army Military Police from 1964 – 1966.

Richard is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy, son, Richard “Rick” Comer II, granddaughter, Sierra (Jake) Kennedy and grandson, Richard “Cruz” Comer III, daughter, Beth Comer Clark, granddaughter, Savannah Clark and grandson, Mark “Chase” Clark II. He is also survived by his brothers, Doyle (Jean Ann) Comer, Ocala, FL, and Romie Comer, Lewisburg, WV, and several nieces and nephews.

Service will be 1:00pm Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Graceland Memorial Park Chapel, with Pastor Blaine Comer officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park. Family & friends will gather one hour prior to the service.

Otis “Obie” Gillenwater

March 17th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (9 Comments)


Otis “Obie” Gillenwater, 76 of Sumerco, WV, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 16, 2024. 

In 1974 Obie received the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior. He was a 1966 graduate of Duval High School, and he honorably served in the US Army. He retired from Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 625 with 43 years of service. After he retired, he had more time to enjoy the things he loved: taking trips to Kentucky Lake and Amish Country, hunting, fishing, watching sports and westerns, and spoiling his grandchildren. He loved his grandkids like no other Papaw/Paps has. He was a devoted hard worker for his family. 

He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, and he loved Jesus. Obie exemplified Christlike characteristics in his love, devotion, and encouragement toward others. We have the hope and promise of seeing him again one day soon in Heaven. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Mobley Gillenwater and Otis Gillenwater; father and mother in law, Skitch and Irene Loftis. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Maurene “Betsy” Gillenwater; sons, John “Chris” Gillenwater of Cincinnati, OH, Pastor Craig (Amber) Gillenwater of Sod, WV; grandchildren, Sydney, Lillian, and their mother Sarah Gillenwater, and Drew and Kinley; sisters, Janet Hill, Jane Kerns, Dorothy (Roger)Profitt; brother, Mark (Annie) Gillenwater;  and many other friends, nieces and nephews that he dearly loved. The family would like to thank Obie’s great nieces Kristina, Anna, and Sarah for their care and devotion to Obie in his last days here on Earth.

The family would also like to thank many people: the physicians of Pulmonary Associates of Charleston/WVU Medicine, the special nurses of the ICU that treated him as one of their own, and all the friends and family that supported the family these last days by calling, texting, visiting, and providing meals.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, March 19, at 1:00 PM at Curry Funeral Home with Pastors Craig Gillenwater and Dwight McClure and grandson Drew officiating. Burial will follow in Lively Cemetery, Sod, WV. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  

Eddie Dale Fletcher

March 8th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Eddie Dale Fletcher, 64 of Brounland Rd. Alum Creek, passed away on March 7, 2024 at home.

Eddie was a former employee of Holstein Landscaping. He loved riding his 4-wheeler.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Joanna Gibson Fletcher, twin sister, Betty Fletcher, brother, David Fletcher, nephew, Jeremy Fletcher, brother-in-law, Dale McCormick, and sister-in-law, Laura Fletcher.

Eddie is survived by his siblings, Madonna Lude (Joe), Ellen McCallister, Charles (Sandy) Fletcher, Patricia Holstein (Jerry), Melody McCormick, Gary Fletcher, Kenneth Fletcher, and Leasa Fletcher and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 2:00pm Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Sisk officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park.

Family & friends will gather one hour prior to the service.

Mary Elizabeth Sharp

March 8th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mary Elizabeth Sharp, 58 of St. Albans, passed away on Wednesday March 6, 2024 at CAMC Memorial Hospital.

Libby was preceded in death by her parents, David and Patricia Pittman Roberts and her nephew Douglas Means.

She is survived by her daughter, Heather Conwell, and son, James Conwell. 3 sisters, Cheryl Snodgrass (Jeff), Patricia Gottberg (Brian), and Evelyn Waldron; grandchildren, Ayden and Preston Conwell, Kendra Fletcher, and Jackson Javins. Also surviving are her niece, Autumn Clark, and nephews Alan Roberts and Dave Means.

She will be laid to rest with private services during the spring.

James Scott “Jamie” Pauley

March 7th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (8 Comments)

James Scott “Jamie” Pauley 57, of Garrett’s Bend, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

He was a 1984 graduate of Duval High School and member of Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church. As a cancer survivor, Jamie was an inspiration to us all. He faced each challenge with dignity and determination. His heart was pure gold. Jamie enjoyed operating his business, Appalachian Reclaim Services until he had to medically retire. He loved his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Marsha Pauley; sister, Elynn Wood; and brother, Chris Pauley.

Jamie is survived by his wife, Sheree Pauley; three children, Jacob Pauley, Annie Pauley Morris, and Alison Whitman (Paige); sister, Jill Snyder (Dana); brother, Joey Pauley (Orla); nieces and nephews, Luke Wood (Crystal); Suzy Burton (Michael); Jett Pauley, Cole Snyder, Savannah Burton, Neveah Wood, Abby Burton, and Dakota Wood. He is also survived by his faithful companions Oakley, the Good Dawg, and Willie.

Private graveside services for family and close friends will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Pauley Cemetery, Joe’s Creek with Kim Matthews officiating. Following the service, family and friends are invited to gather at the home of Dana and Jill Snyder for a celebration of Jamie’s life.

Mary Ann Kidd

March 2nd, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mary Ann Kidd, 85 of South Charleston went home to be with the Lord on Friday March 1, 2024 at Thomas Memorial Hospital.

Mary was a member of Ruth Community Church and she loved the Lord.  She was a retired cook from South Charleston High School with 25 years of service.  She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roscoe Earl Parsons and Nellie Odessa Akers Parsons; her husband, Charles E. Kidd, and her great grandson, John Bowman. Brother, Fint, and sisters Shelby and Kay.

Mary is survived by her two sons, Charles A. Kidd (Julia) and Anthony Kidd (Betty); 7 grandchildren, Alan, Kim, Cathy, Ryan, A.J., Brady and Ben; great grandchildren, Drake, Alison, Joanna, and Tripp.  Sisters, Carol Pauley (Jim), Janice Pauley, Karen Hudson (Doug), Margie Teaney (Dean), Becky Mannon (Jerry); brother P.D. Parsons (Cindy).  Mary is also survived by many nieces, nephews.

Funeral service for Mary will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday March 5, 2024 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with her son Pastor Charles A. Kidd officiating.  Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.  Vistitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to South Charleston Heart and Hand 212 D. Street, South Charleston, WV 25303