Stella Frances Runyan, 85, of Alum Creek passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2014, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.
She is survived by her husband, James Runyan; daughters, Linda Nelson (Edward) and Sandra Fletcher (Charles); grandchildren, Michele Milazzo, Jason Creech and Chad Fletcher; and great grandchildren, Leighton, Brooks and Emerson Milazzo.
Stella was preceded in death by her parents, Emma and Kenna Hill; brothers, Rex and Hurshel Hill; and her grandson, Jeremy Fletcher.
She was a lifelong resident of Alum Creek and a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Stella and James traveled widely as members of the Wally Byam Airstrream Organization and spent many winters in Melbourne, FL. Stella was always ready to volunteer to help others and her warm smile lifted the spirits of everyone. She was a devoted member of the Alum Creek Church of Christ.
The family would like to thank all of the many caregivers who helped Stella through her illness.
Funeral service will be 2:00 pm Friday, January 24, 2014 at Curry Funeral Home Chapel, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Minister Richard Runyan officiating. Burial will be at the Forks of Coal Memorial Park, Alum Creek. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org. or by phone 1.800.272.3900 or by mail at Alzheimer’s Association, WV Chapter, 1601 2nd Ave., Charleston, WV 25387.
Stella and Jim were great neighbors, when I lived on the hill behind them, where I pastored the chruch and Cable TV Station, there at Forks of Coal.. Condolence to Sandy, Linda and the entire family.
Sandy: I am so sorry to learn that your mother has passed. Since my mother passed away due to Alzheimer’s Disease, I too experienced the horrible ramifications this disease imposed upon a loved one. Although I did not know your mother, she must have been a great person to have raised two daughters of the Ilk of you and Linda. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time in your life. Your old friend, Larry Medley