French “Tinker” DeBord, 79, of Charleston passed away Monday, August 21, 2017 at Hospice House of Charleston.
French was preceded in death by his parents, Rhoda Mae and French DeBord, brothers, Talmadge DeBord, Jim DeBord, and Gene DeBord, sisters, Fay Bell, Sherry DeHart, Freda Eskew and Virginia Midkiff.
After serving in the U.S. Army he had a 35 year career with Verizon Communication as a building engineer.
He is survived by his loving and caring wife of 56 years, Sue, sister, Joyce Pauley of Florida and nieces and nephews who have supported him throughout his illness with loving letters, cards and phone calls.
French loved working in their flower gardens. He would dig the hole and Sue would plant the flowers. He always enjoyed their travel and summer vacations at the beach.
French was a very spiritual person who loved God and wanted to do his will. He was a very kind and generous person who loved spending time with his family and friends. He was very well known for his heavenly homemade chocolate fudge which he personally delivered to special friends and family. He loved to play basketball, laugh and enjoy life.
The family would like to thank Hospice for the special care he received. In lieu of flowers a donation to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25387-2536 would be appreciated.
A celebration of life will be 11:00am Thursday, August 24, 2017 at the Bible Center Church Charleston with Pastor Chad Cowan officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.