William “Bill” Thaxton, 83, of South Charleston, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at the Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston, after a short illness.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty.
Bill was a former employee of Gravely Tractor in Dunbar and also worked at Goldfarb Electric in Charleston. He was a member of Crooked Creek Church of God for over 50 years, where he served as a deacon.
He is survived by his daughter: Bonnie Stewart; sons: Randy and wife, Kathi; Mark and wife, Louise, all of South Charleston; step-son: Harold Kuhn; Grandsons: Robbie Stewart and wife, Leslie; Jason Stewart; Stevie Thaxton; Jeff Reed; granddaughters: Tina Hill and husband, Christian; Jennifer Thaxton, all of South Charleston.
The family would like to give a special thanks to caregiver Pam Phillips and the family and friends that helped with his care.
Services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, February 12, 2005 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastors Ezra Graley and David Mitchell officiating. Burial will be held at Thaxton Family Cemetery, South Charleston. Friends may call on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.