Jack E. Midkiff, 82, of So. Charleston, passed away at home Tuesday, February 17, 2015.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Floretta “Ditty” Midkiff; parents, Golden and Ruth Ballard Midkiff; brothers, John and Bill Midkiff; and sister, Maxine Tyree.
He was a retired mechanical maintenance supervisor with Kincaid Enterprise in Nitro.
In early years Jack enjoyed camping, fishing, woodworking and spending time with his grandchildren. His was a hard working devoted family man, always putting his family first. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his children, B.J. (Camela) Midkiff, Rick Midkiff (Fiancee’ Sheila McCormick) and Denise (Dennie) Bell; brother, Glenn (Janice) Midkiff; grandchildren Brian and Troy Painter, Kandice Campbell, Lacey Midkiff, Chelsea Grogg and Adam Midkiff; and five great grandchildren.
Service will be 2:00 pm Saturday, February 21, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastor Frank Chapman officiating. Burial will follow at Forks of Coal Memorial Park, Alum Creek. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.
To BJ, Denise and Rick: I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Dad. He was a great man!!!! He treated me like I was one of his own. I wanted to come to the funeral home today but the weather prevented it. My love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cindy
To Jack Midkiff Family, I am so sorry that due to the weather conditions, I will be unable to attend your father’s funeral service. My prayers and condolences go out to the family. Your father was a wonderful person and a friend of mine. He was always talking to me about his children and grandchildren. He was so proud of each and everyone of you. Jack was a very honest man who was God fearing and was a Christian. Every Sunday morning he had Church in his living room. Your father told me that he prayed every night. May God watch and keep over the family. Know that he cares for us. If I can ever help you please let me ?now. I will always remember your Dad’s smiling face. Sharon Fox.
To all of Jacks Family, we are so sorry I remember the good times we all had camping and the many times he has helped me . I will never forget Him &Ditty. Sorry I cant come to the funeral as it is so dangerous outside. We Love you all.
Rick, We are so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. The few times we were at your house with him he was such a joy to talk with. Please let us know if we can do anything for you and your family.