Philip D. Kingrey, 63, of Alum Creek, WV, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, September 14, 2018, after a short illness from NK Leukemia.
He was a member of Spirit Life Fellowship Church where he served on the church council, Deacon, Trustee and sound system operator. He had a great love for golfing, mountain bike riding, gardening and the WVU Mountaineers. He was previously employed by Union Carbide, Dow Chemical and the State of WV Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
Phil was preceded in death by his parents, James “Dell” and Edith Vickers Kingrey; sister-in-law, Rosery “Sue” Kingrey; and father-in-law, Hassil Pauley, Sr.
Phil is survived by his wife, Dreama; daughter, Kristin Kingrey of Cross Lanes, WV; brother, Michael Kingrey of Alum Creek, WV; mother-in-law, Teenie “Maw” Pauley; sisters-in-law, Rita (Arthur) Byrd, Orla (Joey) Pauley; brother-in-law, Hassil “Hack” (Gina) Pauley; special cousins, Jerry Linville and Charlie Harless; and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. Jagadeesh and Joe Ford, RN at the Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center; Dr. Fonibe, Fifi Wolfe, RN, all the nursing staff at CAMC Cancer Center and HospiceCare.
Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek with Pastors Craig Cook, Raymond Jordan and Jim Fershee officiating. Viewing for the family and friends will be held two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.
A celebration of life dinner will follow the service at the Lions Club Park Community Building, Alum Creek, WV.
Per Phil’s wishes, he will be cremated and laid to rest at Mays Cemetery, Yawkey, WV. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to CAMC Cancer Center, 3415 MacCorkle Ave., SE, Charleston, WV 25304.
Wishing peace and comfort to the hearts of all those who knew and loved Phil. We worked together for several years at the Chiller Plant. He was a kind and gentle man. He spoke often and with love for his family. Sending prayers and blessings.
God Bless you all, so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you all. I’m sorry I could not make it for the service.
My heart and deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Philip during this difficult time. I know the heartbreak and pain of losing a loved one in death so I wanted to take a moment to share an encouraging scripture that gives me much hope. 1 Corinthians 15:26 “And the last enemy, death, is to be brought to nothing.” When we lose someone in death our heavenly Father sees the pain we feel and he promises to very soon do away with this wicked enemy of ours once and for all. And then he promises the most beautiful hope, to bring back to life all our dear loved ones and to reunite them with us again! What a beautiful promise of comfort and hope and how we long for that truly special day so close at hand.
Dear family, I met Phil when we worked for General Services. He was a pleasure to work with. He had very high standards and he will missed. My deepest condolences. Prayers for all of you.
Dreama, I am so sorry for your loss. I went through the same thing nine years ago, and I know what it’s like. I wish we could have visited more. Call me sometime, or just walk down the street. Love and prayers.
Sorry to hear about Phil. He was such a nice man. Good Christian. I worked with him at the WV Insurance Commission. We will all miss him. May God give his family peace at this sad time. He is at peace at this time.
I had the pleasure working with Phil, here at WVOIC and at Union Carbide Tech Center. He was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. He blessed us all with his smile. Remember we all can see him again one day. My prayers goes to his family.
Dreama, I am so sorry to learn of Phil’s passing. It is always difficult when a loved one moves on. May your memories bring comfort and a smile in your heart. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Phil was an awesome, gentle and loving man of God. He always had a smile for everyone. He was always wanting to help others. Phil loved God, family, people and his church. Until we meet again my Brother. Save a seat for me at the Father’s table.
Kristen, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to comfort you and your family.
Rosa Lee
Just last year Mary and I found and reconnected with Dreama since she moved to West Va with her family Ih our freshman year in high school. We had been school mates from elementary till then We lost track of each other and just last year in Oct 2017 Mary found Dreama through local family here……..They made contact and soon one Sunday afternoon Mary and I met Dreama Kristin and Orla at Bob Evans restaurant In Chilicothe OH ….halfway for us both. Sadly, Phil could not make it…..so we had made plans to visit this summer in West VA and meet Phil. His declining health kind of hampered that………so we never connected with him….But Phil, one day we will all Meet in Glory………PTL…… we want to attend the Funeral to show our Sympathy for the Family. We know you were a good man….and a good servant to Our Lord……………..
I met Phil 6 years ago and he is one of the best men I have ever known. We at the Insurance Commisson miss him terribly. Bye Phil, but you will always be with us! My condolences to his family that he adored.
I’m going to miss walking by the house and seeing Phil sitting at the patio, he always had a wave and a smile. He was such a kind man and he is going to be missed terribly. Dreama and Kristen…our love and prayers are with you!!
I am sorry Dreama and Kristin. I always will remember all of our camping trips at Sutton.He was always funny and nice. Love you all!
I am so sorry for your loss. To my frd Kristin I know you were real close & my heart goes out to you. Remember God is there for all of you. I love an miss you & I keep you in my prayers always.
So sad to hear. Phil was a wonderful person and so funny! I enjoyed working with him at the WV offices of the Insurance Commissioner.. May he Rest In Peace. Many prayers for his loved ones and friends.
He was a special man. Always so kind to me. He will be missed.