Mabel (Cantley, McDaniel) Wilson, age 89, of Orlando, FL died peacefully on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at Cornerstone Hospice with her daughter, Carol Morrison and caregiver, Shannon Sledge by her side.
Mabel was born June 16, 1929 the 11th of 13 children to the late Emma and Jacob Cantley of Brounland, WV. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband and love of her life, Ivan McDaniel. She was also preceded in death by John Wilson, her second husband.
Mabel worked over 40 years for the West Virginia Department of Employment Security. Mabel was a member of Brier Creek Baptist Church of Brounland, WV; First Baptist Church of South Charleston, WV; and St. Luke’s Methodist Church of Orlando. She was a faithful Christian and loved to sing old Hymns. She loved to work on her computer and was passionate about genealogy and spent many hours working Word Search puzzles.
She is survived by her beloved daughter, Carol Morrison of Orlando, FL; Robert Cantley of Spring Hill, her only surviving sibling; many nieces and nephews; and Tabby her beautiful cat of 10 years.
A celebration of Mabel’s life will be held at noon on Saturday, April 6th at Curry Funeral Home (2097 Childress Road) in Alum Creek, WV. Visitation will be from 11 am to noon, with services immediately following the visitation. The burial will be at the chapel at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston after the funeral services. Gene Pauley will be officiating.
A special thank you to Shannon Sledge, her devoted Caregiver for 10 years. Shannon was by Mabel’s side around the clock during Mabel’s final days helping her prepare for her final journey to her heavenly home.
In lieu of flowers, Mabel always wanted to ensure her relatives and those they loved were taken care of. If you know someone that needs support, please offer your time or a donation in her honor.
I was so saddened to hear of Mabel’s passing. I’ve missed her since she was unable to come to our Discovery Women’s Bible Study at St. Luke’s any longer. Mabel was one of the kindest and loving people I’ve known, and I loved our discussions in Bible Study and personal conversations at luncheons and other events. My husband and I will be praying for the family as they mourn in the days ahead.
Carol Sue.
Sorry about Mabel. I have nothing but fond memories of her. She always joked with me and made me laugh. Sorry I missed her service. I live in Myrtle Beach now and still working. No one in Charleston mentioned her passing. I just saw this today when I was getting caught up in Charleston news.
Im so sorry about your mom,Silas and Ellen were my great grand parents. My grandmother was Millie Means,so I guess were 3 or 4th cousing.May she rest in peace.
I am sorry. I loved Mabel; she was a good friend and lovely person. We would talk and laugh for hours when we worked together; she was a good Christian example. Later, we learned we are family, as she delved into the Cantley side.
Carol, your Mom was a very special lady. You have my deepest sympathy.
I met Mabel a long time ago and we have stayed in touch, albeit, not often. We did our family history and went to do research together. Very sweet and caring woman. I don’t remember exactly how we are related, but I know we are cousins through my mothers side of the family, Bradshaw. I will miss hearing from her time to time. Rest in sweet peace with all the loved ones who have gone on before. I know I will see you again one day.
Carol Hudnall Fisher
To Mabel’s family,
I am so sorry to learn that Mabel has passed on. I didn’t get to meet her in person, but I felt like we knew each other,
For the same passion that I have for our family roots that we share. My condolences go out to her family and many friends and her sweet Tabby cat.