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Harold Ruben Dotson

August 12th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Harold Ruben Dotson, 65, of Charleston passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024, at CAMC Memorial Hospital.

Harold was a 1976 graduate of East Bank High School and a former truck driver for Appalachian Trucking whose CB handle was “Panther”. He owned his own trucking business, “Dotson Trucking.” He was a strip miner and former UMWA Secretary. He enjoyed computer repair, was a free spirit, and a kind soul that would give the shirt off his back. He enjoyed traveling and was everyone’s personal GPS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruben and Wilcie Vickers Dotson; brother, Kenny Wayne Dotson and grandson, Corey Dotson.

Harold is survived by his children, Kim Dotson, Tina (Jamie) Proctor, and Jenny (Matthew) Dotson; grandchildren, Isabella Proctor, Braysun Dotson, Cameron (Sabrina) Dotson, Bryan Chaffin, and Teagan Grose; aunt, Linda Lambert.

A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Special thanks to the nursing staff at CAMC Memorial CPICU. All the nurses that cared for him were phenomenal and kind.

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

Johnny Marker

August 9th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

On July 30, 2024, Johnny Marker passed away.

He will be remembered fondly by most in his youth. He leaves behind the memory of a personality not soon forgotten.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Marker.

He is survived by his father, Butch Marker; son, Kristopher Marker; his older brother, Mike Marker and his sister, MaShawn Marker.

A gathering is being held August 25, 2024 to commemorate his life at the Saint Albans water company basement at 1499 MacCorkle Avenue, St. Albans, WV 25177 from 4-7pm.

Janet Elaine Mannon Pauley

August 9th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Janet Elaine Mannon Pauley, 58, of Alum Creek, passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Hubbard Hospice West.

Janet was a 1984 graduate of Duval High School where she was a majorette. She was also a former Miss Lincoln County.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Everette and Wanda Crowe Mannon and brother, Charles Mannon.

Janet is survived by her companion, Andrew Stowasser; brother, Mike (Misty) Mannon; sisters, Diana Hudson and Karen Moore; step-daughter, Chasity Pauley Brescia; and many nieces and nephews.

Keeping with Janet’s wishes she will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

Mary Elizabeth Tiller

August 1st, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mary Elizabeth Tiller, 99, of South Charleston, gained her heavenly wings while at home on Sunday, July 28, 2024.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband James, son Jeff, parents Frank (Poppy Doc) and Susie (Nanny) Taylor, brothers James, Bob, Buck, and Joe Taylor, sister Virginia “Ruth” Jones, and daughter in law Patty.

Mary is survived by sons Jim, Paul (Stephanie), and Charlie, 11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and many special nieces and nephews.

Mary was a member of the Eastern Star and D.O.A.

Mary was a personal shopper at the Diamond Department Store for many years. When it closed, she worked for the state at the DMV where she retired.

After retirement she found she wanted to help others, so she worked as a home health aide.

Mary loved to watch football and baseball and was very present at games either in the stands or working concession.

Mary was a very avid reader and once she retired it wasn’t uncommon for her to read a book a day. She also loved gardening and every flower and plant she touched thrived.

Mary also loved an adventure. On her 90th birthday she was in Hawaii and ziplined over 3000 feet.

Mary loved her family most of all. The grandchildren are going to miss her lap that they so lovingly climbed on to receive lots of hugs and kisses. She will be missed by all.

The family would like to extend a special Thank You to her hospice care she received in her final days.

Funeral services will be held at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek, Monday, August 5, 2024, at 2:00 with friends and family gathering one hour prior. Pastor Mark Thaxton will be officiating.

Thomas Maxwell Cooper (Max)

July 31st, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (8 Comments)

Thomas Maxwell Cooper (Max), 36, of Charleston, WV, was born on August 1, 1987, and he passed away on July 28, 2024.

He was a loving father, brother, son, and uncle. Taken too soon from us but never to be forgotten.

He leaves behind daughters, Katherine Mercedes, Kristina Marie, Kayla Michelle, Karianna Madison-Rose, and Layla Ann; and a son, Thomas Maxwell Cooper, II; his brothers, Rocky, John and Ronnie Cooper, as well as his sisters, Joy, Alexis, Stephanie; and many nieces and nephews.

He will be remembered and celebrated from 3-5pm on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home.

Please join us in remembrance of our loved one and best friend Max.

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

Monzella Mae McDougal

July 29th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Monzella Mae McDougal, 90, of Sumerco went to be with the Lord Sunday, July 28, 2024, at home.

She was a member and Sunday School teacher at McCorkle Freewill Baptist Church for over 40 years. She loved gardening, canning, and cooking.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ora and Pansy Pauley; son, Gregory McDougal; sisters, Shelby Cecil and Grace Smith; brothers, Raymond Denzil and Fray Pauley; grandson, Zach Slack.

Monzella is survived by her husband, Lanny; daughters, Doreen (Greg) Slack and Amanda (Tim) Hayslett; daughter-in-law, Ginger McDougal; sister, Shirley (Victor) Ryan; grandchildren, Robert and Daniel Weaver, Alex Slack, G.W., Leigh Anna, John Ross and Chasity McDougal, Timothy (Jackie) Hayslett, Kristen (Michael) Loveday and 11 great grandchildren.

Service will be 1:00pm, Saturday, August 3, 2024, at McCorkle Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Isaiah Hatfield officiating. Burial will follow at Lively Cemetery, Sod. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd W. Charleston, WV 25387.

James “Ratchet” Wallace Gillenwater

July 29th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

James “Ratchet” Wallace Gillenwater, 70, of Yawkey, WV, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Guy & Mary Louise Gillenwater and his brother, Bobby.

Jimmie was a 1974 graduate of Duval High School and a member of Boiler Makers Union #667.

He is survived by his daughters, Monica (Jeremy) Schwab and Heather (Michael) Jennings, four grandchildren, Chloe Huffman, Maelee (Carter) Fife, Paige Jennings and Addison Tharp and his seven siblings.

Service will be 7:00pm, Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Richard McCallister officiating. Family & friends will gather one hour prior to the service.

A private burial will be held at a later date at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey.

Frank Haynes

July 29th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (5 Comments)

Frank Haynes, 84, of South Charleston, formerly of Frankfort, KY, went to be with the Lord Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Harmony South Ridge.

Frank was an active member of the Capital City Christian Church in Frankfort, KY, where he taught Sunday School for many years. He was a United States Army Colonel who proudly served his country for 30 years. He was commissioned through the ROTC program at Texas A & M University. Following completion of the Infantry Officer Basic Course, Airborne School, and Ranger School, he served 3 tours in Vietnam. Later he served as an instructor at the Army Primary Helicopter School. In 1982, he was assigned to Fort Knox, Kentucky where he helped develop and test the AH-64 Apache and OH-58 (AHIP) Kiowa. He finished his 30 years as Inspector General of the Kentucky National Guard, retiring May 31, 1992. After retiring from the military, he was a cattle farmer in Frankfort, KY, where he loved helping his friends and neighbors. Frank also later retired from Southern States and was a member of the local Cattleman’s Association. He was proud to be an active member of the Frankfort VFW Post #4075. Frank loved God, family, friends, and country.

Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Jimmie; parents, Huel & Ruby Meeler Haynes; and seven siblings.

He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Tom) Minturn and their children, Addalyn and Lillian; son, Jeff (Jennifer) Gnerlich.

Graveside service with full military honors performed by Frankfort VFW Post #4075 will be at 1:30pm, Friday, August 2, 2024, at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central, Radcliffe, KY with Pastor Jon Sutphin officiating.

Elbert “Mike” McClung

July 24th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Elbert “Mike” McClung, 78, of South Charleston passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Adena Medical Hospital in Chillicothe, OH.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Kay Dotson McClung; beautiful daughter, Erin (Dwight) Humphrey of Raleigh, NC; grandson and best buddy, Johnathan McCLung of South Charleston; special sister-in-law, Carolyn (Arl) Pauley and their son, Brad Pauley of Charleston; and his little buddy Newton (known by Mike as Nate).

Mike was a former barber and retired from the WVABCC. He loved animals, history, fishing, and science fiction.

The family would like to thank Carolyn, Arl, and Brad for their outpouring of love and support during this time. Special thanks to Dr. Susan Cavender, Mike’s longtime family doctor, Pastor Ruth Anne Delong and Alum Creek Church of the Nazarene, Pastor David Moutz and the Oakwood Baptist Church, the staff at CAMC General Stroke Center, CAMC Memorial 2 West staff, and the Adena Regional Medical Center staff.

Mike’s wishes were to be cremated and there will be a private family service held at a later date.

Robert Bruce Dunlap

July 24th, 2024 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (4 Comments)

Robert Bruce Dunlap, 66, of South Charleston, went to be with his Lord, Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at CAMC Hospice.

Bob was a Christian and like Jesus he was a carpenter, currently working at Scary Creek Paintball.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Mikki; parents, Herschel & Erma Wilson Dunlap; brothers, Jim & Terry Dunlap; sister, April.

Bob is survived by his wife of 26 years, Brenda; stepchildren, Serina (John) Posocco, Chris (Rachel) Holestine; grandchildren, Travis, Haley, Brooke, & Casey; siblings, Mark Dunlap, Tom (Dee) Dunlap, Karen (Gordon) Eskew, Bill (Trish) Dunlap, Mike (Lisa) Dunlap.

Service will be 1:00pm, Friday, July 26, 2024, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with his brothers Mike & Bill Dunlap officiating. Burial will follow at Lively Cemetery, Sod. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.