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Otis “Obie” Gillenwater

March 17th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (9 Comments)


Otis “Obie” Gillenwater, 76 of Sumerco, WV, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 16, 2024. 

In 1974 Obie received the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior. He was a 1966 graduate of Duval High School, and he honorably served in the US Army. He retired from Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 625 with 43 years of service. After he retired, he had more time to enjoy the things he loved: taking trips to Kentucky Lake and Amish Country, hunting, fishing, watching sports and westerns, and spoiling his grandchildren. He loved his grandkids like no other Papaw/Paps has. He was a devoted hard worker for his family. 

He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, and he loved Jesus. Obie exemplified Christlike characteristics in his love, devotion, and encouragement toward others. We have the hope and promise of seeing him again one day soon in Heaven. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Mobley Gillenwater and Otis Gillenwater; father and mother in law, Skitch and Irene Loftis. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Maurene “Betsy” Gillenwater; sons, John “Chris” Gillenwater of Cincinnati, OH, Pastor Craig (Amber) Gillenwater of Sod, WV; grandchildren, Sydney, Lillian, and their mother Sarah Gillenwater, and Drew and Kinley; sisters, Janet Hill, Jane Kerns, Dorothy (Roger)Profitt; brother, Mark (Annie) Gillenwater;  and many other friends, nieces and nephews that he dearly loved. The family would like to thank Obie’s great nieces Kristina, Anna, and Sarah for their care and devotion to Obie in his last days here on Earth.

The family would also like to thank many people: the physicians of Pulmonary Associates of Charleston/WVU Medicine, the special nurses of the ICU that treated him as one of their own, and all the friends and family that supported the family these last days by calling, texting, visiting, and providing meals.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, March 19, at 1:00 PM at Curry Funeral Home with Pastors Craig Gillenwater and Dwight McClure and grandson Drew officiating. Burial will follow in Lively Cemetery, Sod, WV. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  

Eddie Dale Fletcher

March 8th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Eddie Dale Fletcher, 64 of Brounland Rd. Alum Creek, passed away on March 7, 2024 at home.

Eddie was a former employee of Holstein Landscaping. He loved riding his 4-wheeler.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Joanna Gibson Fletcher, twin sister, Betty Fletcher, brother, David Fletcher, nephew, Jeremy Fletcher, brother-in-law, Dale McCormick, and sister-in-law, Laura Fletcher.

Eddie is survived by his siblings, Madonna Lude (Joe), Ellen McCallister, Charles (Sandy) Fletcher, Patricia Holstein (Jerry), Melody McCormick, Gary Fletcher, Kenneth Fletcher, and Leasa Fletcher and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 2:00pm Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Sisk officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park.

Family & friends will gather one hour prior to the service.

Mary Elizabeth Sharp

March 8th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mary Elizabeth Sharp, 58 of St. Albans, passed away on Wednesday March 6, 2024 at CAMC Memorial Hospital.

Libby was preceded in death by her parents, David and Patricia Pittman Roberts and her nephew Douglas Means.

She is survived by her daughter, Heather Conwell, and son, James Conwell. 3 sisters, Cheryl Snodgrass (Jeff), Patricia Gottberg (Brian), and Evelyn Waldron; grandchildren, Ayden and Preston Conwell, Kendra Fletcher, and Jackson Javins. Also surviving are her niece, Autumn Clark, and nephews Alan Roberts and Dave Means.

She will be laid to rest with private services during the spring.

James Scott “Jamie” Pauley

March 7th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (8 Comments)

James Scott “Jamie” Pauley 57, of Garrett’s Bend, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

He was a 1984 graduate of Duval High School and member of Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church. As a cancer survivor, Jamie was an inspiration to us all. He faced each challenge with dignity and determination. His heart was pure gold. Jamie enjoyed operating his business, Appalachian Reclaim Services until he had to medically retire. He loved his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Marsha Pauley; sister, Elynn Wood; and brother, Chris Pauley.

Jamie is survived by his wife, Sheree Pauley; three children, Jacob Pauley, Annie Pauley Morris, and Alison Whitman (Paige); sister, Jill Snyder (Dana); brother, Joey Pauley (Orla); nieces and nephews, Luke Wood (Crystal); Suzy Burton (Michael); Jett Pauley, Cole Snyder, Savannah Burton, Neveah Wood, Abby Burton, and Dakota Wood. He is also survived by his faithful companions Oakley, the Good Dawg, and Willie.

Private graveside services for family and close friends will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Pauley Cemetery, Joe’s Creek with Kim Matthews officiating. Following the service, family and friends are invited to gather at the home of Dana and Jill Snyder for a celebration of Jamie’s life.

Mary Ann Kidd

March 2nd, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mary Ann Kidd, 85 of South Charleston went home to be with the Lord on Friday March 1, 2024 at Thomas Memorial Hospital.

Mary was a member of Ruth Community Church and she loved the Lord.  She was a retired cook from South Charleston High School with 25 years of service.  She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roscoe Earl Parsons and Nellie Odessa Akers Parsons; her husband, Charles E. Kidd, and her great grandson, John Bowman. Brother, Fint, and sisters Shelby and Kay.

Mary is survived by her two sons, Charles A. Kidd (Julia) and Anthony Kidd (Betty); 7 grandchildren, Alan, Kim, Cathy, Ryan, A.J., Brady and Ben; great grandchildren, Drake, Alison, Joanna, and Tripp.  Sisters, Carol Pauley (Jim), Janice Pauley, Karen Hudson (Doug), Margie Teaney (Dean), Becky Mannon (Jerry); brother P.D. Parsons (Cindy).  Mary is also survived by many nieces, nephews.

Funeral service for Mary will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday March 5, 2024 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with her son Pastor Charles A. Kidd officiating.  Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.  Vistitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to South Charleston Heart and Hand 212 D. Street, South Charleston, WV 25303

Wilma Jean Wade

February 29th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Wilma Jean Wade, 72, of Yawkey, went to be with the Lord Thursday, February 29, 2024, at home after a courageous battle with Parkinsons.

She was a member of Joes Creek Independent Missionary Baptist Church and was a beautician for 30 years. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, Keith and Margaret Sowards Newcomer; sister, Phyllis Linville.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Freeman Wade; daughters, Mitzi (Jerry) Chadwick and Jessica (Frank) Jarrell; brothers, Earl Newcomer, John (Sandy) Rose, and Terry Newcomer; sister, Penny Young; grandchildren, Jedidiah Davis, Jasmine Davis, Jewelia Jarrell, Malachi Jarrell, Alixzandria Jarrell, and Joy Jarrell.

Service will be 2:00pm, Sunday, March 3, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastor Andy Gillenwater officiating. Burial will follow at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Russell Dean Akers

February 28th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Russell Dean Akers, of St. Albans, passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024.

Rusty was a one-of-a-kind guy. He knew everyone, everywhere he went. He never met a stranger. He loved the outdoors, loved going fast, fast, fast in his boats, cars, motorcycles, trucks, and scaring Cyndi every minute and that made him happy. LOL!

From 1999, Rusty towed Chelsea and Cyndi all over the country so they could pursue their passions of horses. Rusty built a barn, indoor riding ring, and an outdoor riding ring. He made sure Chelsea had the best horses. We would say, “Hey Rust, we found another horse” and he’d say, “Well let’s go get ‘em.” He never told us no. What a MAN!!

Rusty was a jack of all trades, and he could do anything. He was the owner of Akers Auto Repair from 1989 to present. He could fix any transmission motor. You name it, he could do it.

Rusty made furniture and refinished furniture on the side. He could build ponds, pools, decks. You told him what you wanted, and he did it. He built our family four houses from the ground up.

There will never be another Rusty Akers. He was so loved and will be missed. We know he is up in Heaven enjoying himself. He deserved the world.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Woodson and Audrey Akers; stepmother, Pat Akers.

Rusty is survived by his wife of 37 years, Cyndi Akers; daughter, Chelsea Akers (Nolan Curry) of St. Albans; grandchildren, Arizona Audrey Akers, Amelia Graycee Akers of St. Albans; father and mother-in-law, Charlie and Linda Quigley of Charleston; brothers and sisters, Joanie Akers, Frankie Akers, Timmy and Debbie Akers.

Memorial service will be 6:00pm, Monday, March 4, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Frances L. Morris

February 27th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Frances L. Morris, age 81, of Charleston, WV, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Frances will be fondly remembered by her family and friends for her infectious humor, quick wit, and contagious laughter.

Frances dedicated many years of her life to her work at Allied Moving and Storage, where she eventually retired. Additionally, she shared her culinary talents at Whitey’s restaurant in North Charleston, delighting patrons with her occasional cooking.

Known for her warm and welcoming personality, Frances never knew a stranger, and her genuine kindness endeared her to all who had the privilege of knowing her, leaving a lasting mark on the hearts of those she met.

Frances is preceded in death by her parents, Claud and Sudia Kinder, her siblings Glenn, Siegel, Gloria, Clara, Shirley, Eula, and Dempsey, as well as her daughter Lisa Morris and grandson Andrew Lucas.

She is survived by her children Julie Morris, Jenny (Tom) Richards, Richard Webb Jr., and Annette (Gabe) Sewell. Frances leaves behind a legacy of love in her 12 grandchildren: Amanda, Chad, Justin, Marcus, Jarod, Hunter, Mackenzie, Kelsey, Baylee, Josh, and Lacy, as well as 13 great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind numerous nephews and nieces whom she deeply cared for.

A service to celebrate Frances’s life will be held at 1:00pm, on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastor Jackie Tucker officiating. Public visitation will begin at 12:00pm. Following the service, Frances will be laid to rest at Barker Cemetery, Ashford, West Virginia.

Barbara Maxine Ferrell

February 26th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Barbara Maxine Ferrell, 86, of Huntington, WV, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Community Hospice Care Center, Ashland, KY.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dorsey Ferrell, son, Russell “Rusty” Ferrell, and parents, Semore & Lillie Yeager Adkins. She was the last surviving of seven children.

Barbara retired as a Teacher Certification Analyst with 27 years of service from Marshall University and was a member of Grace Missionary Baptist Church, Ceredo, WV.

She is survived by her sons, Ed (Georgetta) Ferrell and Mike Ferrell, grandchildren, Chris Ferrell, Becca (Justin) Musarra and Calysta (Brandon) Burress. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Audrey Musarra, Gwen Musarra, Scarlet Musarra, Marlo Burress and Oliver Burress, special nephew, Scott Ashworth, and several nieces and nephews and extended family.

Graveside service will be 1:00pm Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey, WV, with Pastor Jason Price officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, act.alz.org, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, alzfdn.org or Community Hospice, chospice.org.

Diana Lavely Adkins

February 23rd, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (5 Comments)

Diana Lavely Adkins, 73, of Alkol, WV went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2024, surrounded by the family she loved. She was born April 16, 1950, in Van, WV to the late Albert Leon McCarty and Patsy Ruth Cook McCarty.

She is preceded in death by her foster son, Joseph D. Whitman.

Diana was a longtime member of Sycamore Grove Baptist Church and a retired school bus driver for Lincoln County Schools. She valued and encouraged all the kids who rode with her, good or bad.

Diana loved the Lord, her family, and her trusty vacuum cleaner better than anything in the world. She was an avid gardener who loved her flowers.

She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Larry G. Adkins; her much loved children, Shannon S. Adkins (Michelle) and Sheree K. Pauley both of Alkol, WV; sister, Teresa Woodruff (Randy) of Madison; brother, Joseph H. McCarty of Charleston, WV; grandchildren, Ali Jo Whitman (Paige), Cody S. Adkins, Jake S. Pauley, Samantha Gill (Derrick), Logan Thomas, Thomas Lewis, Abigail Whitman, Wyatt Whitman, Mason Whitman, and a host of extended family.

Diana surprised the entire family by having two furry friends move in: Squirt, a demon bushy tailed cat and Lavely, a friendly and frisky Australian labradoodle puppy pal.

There will be a brief ceremony at 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the Dotson Family Cemetery located at 2774 Bulger Road in Alkol, WV with Timothy Spratt officiating.