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Gary W. August

October 26th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Gary W. August, 81, of Charleston, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 after a long illness.

He was born March 30, 1942, in Birchton, WV, and was the son of Willie August and Irene Adkins-August.

Gary was the owner of Augie’s Convenience Store. He was retired from August Home Improvement. He was previously employed by the Charleston Police Department as a Patrolman/Detective and worked as an Investigator with the Alcohol Beverage Commission for the State of WV.

Gary held a degree in psychology/sociology and taught sign language at Morris Harvey College.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Judy Ann Crum-August and son, Gary W. August, Jr., four brothers, two sisters and grandson-in-law, Adam Abdelnabi.

Gary is survived by his daughters, Kimberly Dean and her husband Rick Dean, and Becki Justice and her husband, Mark Justice, grandchildren, Chaz Campbell and his wife, Emmaline, Janessa Campbell, Savannah Chambless and great-grandchildren, Zachary, Dillon and Austin Campbell and Wesley and Grady Campbell.

Service will be 1:00pm Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Yancey officiating. Visitation will be from 11:30 until service time. Private burial will be 11:00am Monday, October 30, 2023, at Pineview Cemetery, Orgas, WV.

Mary Lea Beckett

October 25th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mary Lea Beckett, 74, of Alum Creek was called home to be with the Lord on October 24, 2023.

She was a 1967 graduate of Duval High School and was a retired loan officer from Atlantic Greyhound Federal Credit Union. Mary loved spending time with her family, sewing, cooking, and serving the Lord.

She was preceded in death by parents, Freer and Emma Zetta Hughes and sisters, Vinnie Watkins and Brenda Taylor.

She is survived by children, Angela Treadway of Charleston, Jeff (Tammy) Treadway of Arkansas; grandchildren, Tabitha and Mila Guinn, Jay and William Treadway; sister, Edna Smith of Sod; nephews, Richard (Melinda) Taylor of Dunbar, Dewayne (Amanda) Taylor of Poca, Kevin (Gerry) Smith of Sod, and Max Taylor of Dunbar.

Service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Pine Grove Cemetery, Sumerco with Pastor Jackie Miller officiating.

Pamela Jean Hicks

October 24th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

In Loving Memory of Pamela Jean

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a truly remarkable woman, Pamela Jean Hicks (nee Johnson), who departed this world on October 23, 2023. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Pam was born on March 8, 1947 in Madison, Wisconsin, the eldest of Ruth and Rollie Johnson’s four children. She graduated from Lafollette High School in 1965 and attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin when she met the love of her life, Bill Hicks. She and Bill married on April 27, 1968, and they built a life together. Pam had a 30+ year career at the Public Service Commission of West Virginia, where she recalled meeting many friends.

Pamela is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Bill Hicks, as well as her children, Billy (Cindy) Hicks Jr, of Cross Lanes, WV; Chris (Michele) Hicks of Houston, TX; and Ashley (Sean) Noland of Fremont, CA. She was proud of her beautiful grandchildren: Sydney, Kiera, Knox, and Annika. She will be remembered dearly by her brother, Bill (Lisa) Johnson of Cottage Grove, WI, and sisters: Peggy (Jim) Reisen of Menomonee Falls, WI, and Julie (Chuck) Curran of Cottage Grove, WI. Pam was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Roland and Ruth Johnson.

Service will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 30, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Jordan Casto officiating. Burial will follow at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a cause important to you on behalf of Pam. May we celebrate the life of this extraordinary woman, cherishing the countless moments of love and grace she shared with us.

Mary Lou Gillenwater

October 22nd, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Mary Lou Gillenwater, 75, of Sumerco went home to be with the Lord Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Thomas Memorial Hospital.

Mary was a member of Cobbs Creek Missionary Baptist Church and a 1965 graduate of Duval High School. Her children, granddaughters, and great grandkids were her pride and joy. She also had many Facebook friends that kept her in touch with the outside world.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard Conley and Josephine Withrow; in-laws, Zeddie and Virginia Gillenwater; sister, Brenda Humphreys; and brother, Jimmy Withrow.

Mary is survived by her husband of 58 years, Thomas Gillenwater; son, Andy (Dee Dee) Gillenwater; daughter, Sara (Jeff) Browning of Roanoke, VA; sisters, Jane (Denver “Bozo”) Thomas of Archdale, NC, Linda Whitehead of Green Cove, FL; brother, Allen (Christine) Conley; granddaughters, Kali (Brady) Parker, Bailey Browning, Emily (Logan) Vance; great grandchildren, Brantley and Harlyn Parker; and special friend, Patricia Grass.

Service will be 1:00 pm, Friday, October 27, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastors Andy Gillenwater and Clyde Gwin officiating. Burial will follow at Lively Cemetery, Sod. Friends and family will gather from 6-8 pm, Thursday, October 26, 2023, at the funeral home.

Brittney Ann Morgan

October 17th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Brittney Ann Morgan, 34, of Alum Creek passed away Monday, October 16, 2023, at CAMC Memorial Hospital after a long illness.

Brittney was a bail bondsman with Aces Bail Bonds. She lived her life the way she wanted, she was a mom, she was a best friend, she loved fishing, playing Xbox with Chase and Maverick. She was her mom’s baby. She will be forever missed. 

She was preceded in death by her father, Leonard Leroy Morgan, and grandfather, Alex Baire.

Brittney is survived by her daughter, Kira Seabolt; mother and stepdad, Deborah and Danny Holstine; longtime companion and fiancé, Travis Seabolt; best friend, Anthoney Pauley; loving sister, Elizabeth (Travis) Myers; grandmother, Janet Baire; aunt, Lisa (David) Belcher; nieces and nephews; Enola, Chase, and Maverick Myers, Grant and Zack Goodwin, Melina and Athena Kalos; cousins, Cheryl, Nick, Hollie and Josh. She is also survived by her Uncle Herbert and Tammy Morgan, Aunt Donna Morgan, Uncle D.A. and Grace Morgan, Aunt Sherry and Gene Angle (who taught her to throw rocks at cars), Uncle Johnny and Teresa Morgan, cousins, John, Gregory, Tammy, Eric, Connie, Joe, Christopher and Creg.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm, Monday, October 23, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Stevie Cox officiating.  Burial will follow at BrounlandCemetery, Alum Creek.  Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff at CAMC Memorial SICU for going above and beyond to care for her.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to offset funeral costs to Curry Funeral Home, PO Box 9, Alum Creek, WV 25003

LCDR Joseph Daniel Carr

October 16th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

LCDR Joseph Daniel Carr (ret.) born December 21, 1926, passed away Saturday morning October 14, 2023. He served our country in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He then had a career with the State of West Virginia.

Joseph was predeceased by his wife of 70 years, Dorla D. Sigler Carr, his grandson Benjamin David Allen, as well as eight of his twelve siblings. 

He is survived by his four siblings and also by his six children, Heidemarie Schlosser, Barbara Galante (Tony), Ronald Carr (Jorja), Dan Carr (Kimberly), Alan Carr, and Kimberly Miller.  He also left behind 15 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Joseph attended Faith Baptist Church in St. Albans.  His main concern was that people hear the gospel and accept Jesus as their Savior and Lord. 

Graveside service will be 2:00pm Friday, October 20, 2023 at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, 130 Academy Dr., Dunbar, WV 25064.

Asa Ray Pauley

October 16th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Asa Ray Pauley, 89, of Alum Creek, WV, passed Saturday, October 14, 2023, of natural causes. He was born in Sumerco, WV.

Preceded in death by his wife, son, parents, two brothers and one-half-sister. Survived by one son, daughter-in-law, one brother, one sister, three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was a Christian.

Graveside service will be 5:00pm Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey, WV.

If desired, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice House, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., West, Charleston, WV 25387.

Claude Glenn Brown

October 13th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Claude Glenn Brown, 81, of Yawkey passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Huntington.

Claude was an equipment operator with Saul Construction.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emzie & Pearlie Smith Brown; infant sister, Trilby Brown; brother, Carl Brown; and son-in-law, Jimmy Berry.

Claude is survived by his sons, Chad (Denise) Brown & Justin (Kayleigh) Brown; daughter, Christy Berry (J.R.).

Service will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Rick Cooper officiating. Burial will follow at Brown Family Cemetery, Alkol. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Thomas Woodrow “Woody” Estep

October 13th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Thomas Woodrow “Tommy” Estep, 56, of Cabin Creek passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at home.

Tommy was a former employee of Dupont Chemical.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willis & Gertrude Hobbs Estep.

Tommy is survived by brothers, T.J. Estep and William Estep; sister, August Pauley; and many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends who will miss him dearly.

To honor Tommy’s wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no services.

Paul E. Lee

October 11th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

For Record and announcement to whom it may concern: Paul E Lee’s remains will be moved and relocated on Wednesday October 18, 2023, to Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville OH. at 1:45PM with military honors at the committal service.

Paul E. Lee, 70, of Ashford was born September 27, 1939 in Newburg, WV and entered into Heaven Tuesday, September 21, 2010.   He was a member of the Emmons Church of God.

He was preceded in death by parents, Roy and Lucy Lee; brothers, William and James Lee; sister, Hazel Flinn; brother-in-law, Johnny D. Braddock.  He was the loving husband of Charlotte and loving father of: Timothy Lee, Tammy (Chuck) Jaworski, Robert (Beulah) Lee, Karen Lee all of Cleveland, Ohio;  Step-daughter: Cheryl (Danny) Maxwell; six grandchildren: Virginia (David) Basnak; Jessica and Robert Lee, Jr; Amanda Jaworski; Danny Maxwell, Jr.; Shane Maxwell; Sisters: Donna Braddock and Wanda (Kenneth) Lotts;  nd Three sisters-in-law and two loving brothers-in-law.

Service will be 2:00 pm Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the Emmons Church of God with Pastor Michael Graley officiating. Burial in Gillispie Cemetery, Emmons with military Graveside Rites conducted by Benny Padilla VFW Post 4768. Friends may gather Friday from 6 to 8 pm at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek.  Online condolences may be sent to snowflakebaby@msn.com