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Tammy Lynn Hartwell Petrella

April 12th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

Tammy Lynn Hartwell Petrella, 57, of South Charleston, WV, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at home. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Alyssa.

Tammy worked as a Social Worker for Adult Protective Services.

She is survived by her son, Michael (Michelle) Workman of Fairbanks, Alaska; daughter, Amy Workman; grandchildren, Seth, Scarlett, and Cassie. She is also survived by her parents, Roger & Dee Hartwell.

It was Tammy’s wishes to be cremated. A memorial service is being planned for a later date.

Sandra Carol Bernice Rogers

April 11th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Sandra Carol Bernice Rogers, 74, of Garrets Bend went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at CAMC Hospice.

She was a former employee of Union Carbide and attended Cobbs Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Sod.

Sandra was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Broyles; parents, Charles “Jiggs” and Lula May Cyrus Rogers; sisters, Ida Mae Cyrus Bird, Barbara Cyrus Aliff; brother, Lionel T. Rogers.

She is survived by brother, Daniel (Janice) Rogers of Salisbury, NC; daughter, Sonya (Rob) Springsteen of Poca; granddaughter, Caitlin (Bryan) Priddy of Nitro; and 3 great grandchildren, the loves of her life, “Addie” Tinney, Issan and Lula Gilbert.

In keeping with Sandra’s wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no services.

Special thanks to her caregivers, Meranda, Amanda, Cindy, and Trevor that treated her like loved family.

Barbara Dean “Bobby” Holstine

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

Barbara Dean “Bobby” Holstine, 77, of Emmons, WV, went to be with the Lord Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Hubbard Hospice House. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bob Holstine, parents, Dewy and Mollie Chandler Minner, infant twin sister, Shirley Jean Minner, and sister, Orpha Eskew, brothers, Hansford, Stanley, and Jerry Minner.

Bobby was a homemaker and a member of Briar Creek Baptist Church.

She is survived by her sister, Judith Holstine of Hernshaw, WV; sisters-in-law, Ruth Ann Minner of IN & Linda Minner of SC; brother-in-law, William (Marylou) Holstine of Ashford; and many nieces and nephews.

Graveside service at Holstein Cemetery, Dartmont, WV, will be 1:00pm, Thursday, April 13, 2023, with Pastor Mike Graley officiating.

Jami Cheyanne Moore

April 7th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

Jami Cheyanne Moore, 33, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, at Morrisvale, WV. She was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Moore and sister, Brookie Moore, and grandmother, Mable “Sissy” Thacker.

Jami is survived by her four children, and sisters, Nikkolette Dunlap, of Alum Creek, WV, and Holly Meade, of Mullins, SC, and also by many nieces and nephews.

There will be no service. Private burial will be at a later date at Anderson Cemetery, Sumerco, WV.

Gary Ray “Zeke” Messer

April 6th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (4 Comments)

Gary Ray “Zeke” Messer, 82, of Julian, WV, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Hillcrest Health Care Center, Danville. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Dee, parents, Ora Messer and Desmond Marie Griffith Huffman, brothers, Ed, Curtis, Gene, Jimbo, and sisters, Betty Lou, Eloise and Virginia.

He was a retired pipeline welder for Saul Construction with over 40 years service and also worked for L&L Welding & Antler Welding.

He is survived by his daughters, Rhonda (Shorty) Sutphin and Sandy Messer (Randy Blethen), stepson, Joe Messer, sister, Joy Eggers, grandson, Charles Sutphin II and was PAPAW to Kendal Maynard.

Service will be 12:00 Noon Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Chuck Gillispie officiating. Burial will follow at Hill Cemetery, Julian. Family and friends will gather one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Hillcrest Health Care Center, LLC, 462 Kenmore Dr., Danville, WV 25053. Special thank you to the staff at Hillcrest Health Care Center, for their wonderful care of Dad.

Helen Wilson

April 5th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Helen Wilson, 66, of Hamlin passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at home.

She was a homemaker.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Dime Wilson, Jr.; father, Matej Triska; mother, Anna Jirsova Triska; son, Christopher Wilson; and brother, Peter Triska.

She is survived by daughter, Angela Cornell; sons, Greg Wilson, Dime Wilson, Nick Wilson, & Josh Wilson; brothers, Karl Triska, Matej Triska, & David Triska; sisters, Sonja Shy & Irene Garces; 10 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and family members.

In keeping with Helen’s wishes, she will be cremated and a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

Jackie Lee Matheny, Sr.

April 4th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Jackie Lee Matheny, Sr., 81, of Liberty, formerly of Troutman, NC, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, at Jackson General Hospital after a short illness.

Jack retired from the State of North Carolina after 31 years of service. He was very outgoing and never met a stranger.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn “Ritzie” Holstine Matheny; parents, Lester & Minnie Snodgrass Matheny; sisters, Melba Matheny, Ellen Jean (Neil) Smith; brothers, Charles (Betty) Matheny, Glen Matheny.

Jack is survived by sons, Jackie Lee (Tammy) Matheny, Jr. and Christopher Matheny; stepdaughter, Deanna Boggs of Parkersburg; sister, Joyce (Don) Petry of Kenna; brother, Darrell (Margie) Matheny of Rock Hill, SC; sister-in-law, Susan Matheny; grandchildren, Cassandra Matheny, Josh (Melanie) Matheny; step grandchildren, Tia Boggs, Michael Boggs; 8 great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 7, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Grace Smith

March 30th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (2 Comments)

Grace Smith, of Sod, WV, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 29, 2023, surrounded by family.

She is preceded in death by husband Roe Smith, their infant son Jeffrey, grandson Jeremy Swann, parents Ora and Pansy Pauley, sister Shelby Cecil, brothers Raymond “Denzil” Pauley, and her twin brother Fray Pauley. She leaves behind her dear sisters Monzella McDougal and Shirley Ryan, along with many loved nieces and nephews.

She was born in Lico, Boone County on February 21, 1936. She and Roe started their life together on December 6, 1958. They were blessed with four birth daughters: Terri, Sandra, Lisa (Mike), Rita (Robert). She welcomed Norma Brogan (Calvin) and Julie (Jeremy) Johnson many years ago as her daughters of the heart, sharing in their triumphs and their tears in the journey of life. She was blessed with many grandchildren, and she loved each of them with all her heart: Joshua Browning, Michael Browning (Dee Dee), Katie Murray (Josh Stephan), Holly Dingess (Josh), Brandon McClure (Kayla), Taylor Landers (David), Emily Jones (Stephen), Morgan Swann, Austin Swann, Destiny Sparks, Megan Jenkins, Rachel Bailey (Caleb), and Grace McCallister. With Norma and Julie, she gained Brittany Griffith (Brent), Allison Henck (Grant), Hannah Guilliams (Michael), Karrah and Hayden Johnson. She had 21 great grandchildren. She truly thought they were all “great”: Emylee, Haley, Colt, Randi, Isabella, Everly, Kaydon, Kolton, Farryn, Maximus, Moses, Shepherd, Jules, Eliot, Margo, Garrett, Rosie, Gwen, Beckett, Brinley, and Bailey.

Service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 1, 2023, at McCorkle Freewill Baptist Church, Sod with Pastor Robert McCallister, Brandon McClure, Austin Swann & Josh Dingess officiating. Burial will follow at Lively Cemetery, Sod. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the church.

Kay Frances Haynes

March 30th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Kay Frances Haynes, 64, of Charleston, passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at home.

Kay was one of 17 children. She loved her family and they were her top priority.

She is survived by sons, Robert (Cassandra) Lewis and Donald Paul (Crystal) Lewis, both of Charleston; grandchildren, Caitlyn Lewis, Laura Lewis, Brock Shrigley, Robert Lewis, Heath Lewis; great grandchildren, Ella & Bentley Lewis and Cooper Stacy; sister, Lucille Counts.

Keeping with Kay’s wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no services.

Julian Weldon Martin

March 30th, 2023 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (11 Comments)

Julian Weldon Martin, age 86 of Charleston, WV died peacefully in hospice care on March 24th. His family was at his side and he was surrounded by love. Julian was born October 2, 1936, in Emmons, WV. He was the oldest of the five children of Ruth and Ernest Weldon Martin.

Julian was an all-conference football player at Saint Albans High School graduating in 1954. He went on to West Virginia University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in 1959. He remained an avid Mountaineer fan his entire life. Having achieved his degree, he worked in the chemical industry including as a rocket scientist in the area of propellant development.

His career and life path took a major turn in 1961 when he volunteered for John F. Kennedy’s Peace Corps, becoming West Virginia’s first representative. He completed Peace Corps training at UCLA prior to two years in Nigeria, where he taught chemistry and coached track. His team won the inaugural West Africa Peace Corps Track Meet. On his return from Africa, he served as the first full-time Foreign Student Advisor at West Virginia University from 1964-66. While in this role, he helped integrate the barbershops in Morgantown. He then traveled extensively, often hitchhiking. He spent time in all 48 continental states. This time included work as a substitute teacher in the San Francisco Bay area.

After coming home to West Virginia, he returned to teaching full time. He taught a combination of physical science, chemistry, and physics at Duval High School from 1977-1998. He also taught his students beyond the core curriculum. He encouraged independent thought and intellectual curiosity. He frequently inspired wonder and awe in the classroom. He was a committed teacher and many students credit him with instilling the confidence to pursue greater achievements than they thought possible.

In retirement, he increased his focus on preserving the natural beauty of West Virginia. He was devoted to preserving clean air, water, and the mountains of our state. He served on the Kanawha State Forest Foundation and the board of the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy. He led many trips to Kayford Mountain revealing firsthand and teaching about the destruction inherent to mountain top removal. Throughout his life, he demonstrated a willingness to stand up to the status quo when he found it unjust. This continued until he was physically unable to continue the effort. He was an inspiration and hero to many students, friends, and family.

Julian was preceded in death by his wife, Mae Ellen Wilson. He is survived by the mothers of his children, Linda Martin and Joyce Crews. He was a loving, devoted father. He is survived by his children Bess McKay, Jeff Pellegrin, Elizabeth Pellegrin, Luke Martin and his sisters Mary Martin, Lou Ann Martin-Rogers, and Melanie Hickerson. He is also survived by too many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends to name or to count.

Friends and family are invited to gather from 12-3 Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek. Service to follow at 3pm.  Burial will be held on a future date at Barker Cemetery, Ashford.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy at wvhighlands.org.

He is loved and missed.