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Arthur C. Pauley

April 2nd, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (10 Comments)

Arthur Carl Pauley, 95, of Sumerco, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.  He was a faithful member of the Alum Creek Church of Christ.  He was a disabled Navy Veteran of WWII, and a private construction contractor for many years. 

He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Dona Phillips, Otto Pauley, Jr., Odie Pauley, Athlean Tackett, Emma White, and William Pauley.

Arthur is survived by his beloved wife of 72 years, Ida Runyan Pauley, sons, Carl (Sharon) of Sumerco and Wayne (Jean) of Hurricane.  He is also survived by his grandchildren, Lorie (Jason)  Dunlap, Andrea (Bart) Midkiff, Amy (Stewart) DeViese, Alex Pauley, Adam (Jessica) Pauley, great-grandchildren, Madisyn Midkiff, Greysen, Preston and Ellie DeViese, and siblings, Helen Moore of Florida, Virginia Lewis, Belle, WV, and many nephews and nieces.

There will be a private graveside service with Minister Joseph Watts officiating at Orchard Hills Cemetery at Yawkey.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Naomi Hale Greenlee

April 1st, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (24 Comments)

Naomi Hale Greenlee, 64, of Alum Creek, WV, fell asleep on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 and opened her eyes in Glory. We sorrow, but are thankful for the sweet hope of Heaven.  Naomi trusted Jesus as her Savior as a young girl and because of that, as believers, we know that we will see her again.

She was born on March 20, 1956 in St. Albans to Frank and Lodema Hale. 

Naomi graduated from St. Albans High School.  She was a homemaker that dearly loved her family.  She enjoyed quilting for her family and taking pictures of her family.  She was an active member of Independent Missionary Baptist Church of Alum Creek.  She loved her church.  One of her favorite Scripture verses was Psalm 9:10, which says: “And they that know Thy name will put their trust in Thee:  for Thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek Thee.”   Naomi loved the Lord with all of her heart and started each day in His Word.  She prayed daily for her family.

She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Hale; and sisters, Patti Slaven and Katherine Lou Hale. 

Naomi is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, John Greenlee; mother, Lodema Hale of St. Albans; sisters, Frankie Hardin of Culloden and Rachel Harkins of Troy, NC; brother, James Hale of St. Albans; daughters, Rachel (Denton) McDerment and Rebecca Greenlee of Alum Creek, and Heather (Stephen) Stockton of Oxford, NC; sons, Jonathan (Jennifer) Greenlee of Alum Creek and Seth Greenlee of Ripley; and 20 grandchildren, Denton II, Liz, Susanna, Joanna, Isaac, Abby, Nate, Justus, Jeremiah, Hudson, Karolina, Olivia, Isabelle, Emily, Avonlea, Melody, Timmy, Nora, Micah and Noah.

A private service will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 5, at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek for the family with Pastors Frank Chapman and Daniel Dent officiating.  Burial will be at Beech Grove Cemetery, Yawkey.

A memorial service will be held at a later date for friends and family.                                                                                                         

Jewell Christine McClure

March 30th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (10 Comments)

Jewell Christine McClure, 72, of Yawkey, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 29, 2020.

Jewell was a lifelong member of McCorkle Freewill Baptist Church.  She loved to spoil her kids and grandkids especially during the Christmas season.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert & Mearl Kidd McCallister, son-in-law, Chris McVaney, and sisters, Carol Dooley and Dinah Chandler.

She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Roger McClure, daughters, Angela (Trent) Miller of Hurricane, Stacy McVaney of Alkol, granddaughter, Kaitlyn (Johnathan) Browning of Yawkey, grandsons, Avery and Deven Miller of Hurricane, sisters, Kathy (Bob) Judge of Alum Creek, and Linda (Tom) Settle of Yawkey, and brothers, David McCallister of Sod, and Roger McCallister of Alum Creek.

In an abundance of caution the family has requested a private family graveside service at Pine Grove Cemetery, Sumerco, WV.  In accordance with Covid-19 precautions a memorial service will be held for family and friends to attend once it is deemed safe to assemble.

Fred Daniel Adkins

March 28th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (6 Comments)

Fred Daniel Adkins, 95, of Yawkey, WV, went home to be with the Lord Friday, March 27, 2020.  He was born in Yawkey, WV, January 19, 1925 to the late Charles F. and Amelia Montcastle Adkins.

Fred was a Christian who loved reading the Bible and attended Yawkey Methodist Church.  He retired from Pennzoil with 30 years of service.  Fred lied about his age and joined the service at age 17.  He was a proud U. S. Navy Veteran of WWII and was stationed on the USS Roosevelt. 

He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Eloise Dunlap Adkins; sisters, Kathleen, Lillian, Eloise, Pearl and baby Marie; and brothers, Freer, Glenn, Bub, Sad and Bo.

Fred is survived by his daughters, Connie (Butch) Loftis of Yawkey, Kathy (Bill) Vandale of Green Bank; son, Jeffrey Adkins of Yawkey; grandson, Chad (Gail) Loftis of Yawkey; granddaughter, Susan Vandale; great grandson, Tristan Loftis (Megan Brogan); and a great, great granddaughter, “SweetBee” due in June; sisters, Evelyn Oxley and Hazel Hill; and brother Frank Adkins.

Per his request, Fred will be cremated and his ashes will be buried with his wife Eloise.  

Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday June 13, 2020 at Forks of Coal Memorial Park.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Melondy Kay Holtsclaw

March 25th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (4 Comments)

” See, now is a time for courage. I guess you already know that there are angels masquerading as people walking around this planet and your mom was the bravest one of those.”

Melondy Kay Holtsclaw, 57, of Charleston, WV, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, March 21, 2020 after battling numerous illnesses.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Charles Holtsclaw, III and Richard Holtsclaw; mother, Esta Jane Holovic; grandparents, Gray and Nettie McCartney and Charles Sr. and Opal Holtsclaw; nephew, Joshua Holtsclaw; and sisters-in-law, Bonnette Hinton and Terri Knapp-Roush.

Melondy is survived by her children, Greg Holstein and Paula Kay Mooney; granddaughter, Anya Jane; father, Charles Holtsclaw; brother, Mark (Kristen) Holtsclaw; nephews, Aaron Holtsclaw, Casey Holtsclaw, and Cody (Beth) Holtsclaw; nieces, Christi Johnson, Kylie Holtsclaw, and Addison Holtsclaw; along with numerous great nephews, great nieces, and friends.

Melondy was a 1981 graduate of George Washington High School, where she participated in the band program. She worked for some time at the South Charleston Public Library as well as, at Capitol Mini Storage.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests you wear pink, as it was her favorite color and find time to make a positive difference in someone else’s life.

“Codladh Samh”

Eugene “Goober” Adkins

March 20th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (3 Comments)

Eugene “Goober” Adkins, born May 11, 1953 went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at home at the age of 66.

He retired from the Lincoln County Board of Education and was also a sawmill worker.  Eugene was a member of the Mud River VFD for over 20 years and was also a member of the New Bethel Baptist Church in Spurlockville. 

Eugene was preceded in death by his parents, Lissie and Allia Richmond Adkins; sister, Elizabeth Adkins, Barbara O’Connor and Dottie Satterfield; brothers, Jackie and Jimmy Adkins; and son, George Gillman.

Eugene will be missed by all that knew him.  He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Janet Lynn; daughter, Maria (Thomas) Bailey; sister, Linda Layman; 2 grandchildren and Lisa Michelle Johnson, who was like a granddaughter; special family Herbie and Tammy Morgan, Roger and Vicky Richmond and their family, Frances Carnes; special friends that are like family, John Lovejoy and all the members of the Mud River VFD, Kenneth and Shirley Bailey and family, Vermal Cooper, Cecil Hager, David Johnson and all the members of the New Bethel Baptist Church.

Due to the Coronavirus a graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Miller Cemetery in Sweetland with Pastor Jeff Black officiating and honors conducted by the Mud River VFD. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions for funeral service.

Sidney Leon Adkins

March 17th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Sidney Leon Adkins, 57, of Hamlin, WV, went home Monday, March 16, 2020.

Leon was a simple, humble man who gave more to others than he had.  He worked for many years as a handyman and could fix anything.  Leon also worked as a fuel truckdriver.  He loved to hunt, fish, and work around the house.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Garrett Leroy and Helen Louise Adkins; and brother, Hersey Mike Adkins.

Leon is survived by his wife of 31 years, Pauline; children, Melissa (Ralph) Hager, Allie (Tommy) Taylor, Michelle (David) Howell and Sidney Belcher; grandchildren, Megan (Cody), Brandon, Emily, Lauren, Alex, Jacob, Rylee and KayLynn; great grandchildren, Dakota and Gavin; brother, Rodney (Norma) Adkins; sisters, Connie (Ronnie) Stollings, Kristen Kirby and Amy Woodrum; many nieces and nephews and special friend, Ralph Hager, Sr.

Service will be 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service

                                                                                                                                                          

                       

Sharon Alice Oldaker

March 14th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (8 Comments)

Sharon Alice Oldaker, 62, of Alum Creek, WV, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 after a long illness.  She was born on July 19, 1957 in Charleston, WV to the late Garnith and Margaret Hughes.

She was a 1975 graduate of Duval High School.  She was a former employee of the State of West Virginia for over 20 years.

Sherrie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt.   She was so very proud of her son, Robbie and her daughter Emily.  “Mamaw Sherrie” cherished her grandchildren and loved them with all her heart.  Her happiest years were spent with them.

She was preceded in death by special nephew Eric Hughes.

Sherrie is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Jim; son, Robert; daughter, Emily (Josh) Brumfield; beloved grandchildren, J. D., Sophia, and Mason Brumfield; sisters, Susan Hughes, Teresa Hudson, Tammy Woodall, and Rosalyn Anderson; brothers, Rick and Scott Hughes; several nieces and nephews whom she adored, along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins; special cousin Doug Legg, and lifelong friends Bonnie Clark and Donna Holley.

Service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek with Pastor Dan McCormick officiating.  Burial will follow at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey.   The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.         

Sherrie helped us all be the best version of ourselves.  She was an Angel on Earth.  She is the good in all of us.  Our hearts are broken, but we are blessed beyond measure to have her in our hearts.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Kathy Jean Stone

March 14th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (7 Comments)

Kathy Jean Stone, 57, of Morrisvale, WV, went to be with the Lord Thursday, March 12, 2020 at home.

She was a member of Cobbs Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Sod.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Essie Mallory; sister Linda Sue Walls; brothers Ike, Clifford, and Stevie Mallory; and niece Traci Walls.

She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Steve; daughters, Jessica and Mallory Stone; sisters, Brenda Walker (Calvin) Bowen, Virginia (Ronald) Collins, and Edna Arias;  grandchildren, Emma, Braylee, Braylon and Elliott; step-son Denny (Jamie) Stone; step-grandchildren, Marlee, Landon, and Roman; special brother-in-law, Ronnie (Rose) Walls; and nephew, Michael Walls who was like a brother.

Service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 16, at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek with Pastor Darrell Searls officiating.  Burial will follow at the Miller-Mallory Family Cemetery, Alkol.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Donald Ernest “Donnie” Steele

March 11th, 2020 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (10 Comments)

Donald Ernest “Donnie” Steele, 84 of Alum Creek, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at home surrounded by family.

Donnie was a Christian and a longtime employee of Griffins Pie and Spring Hill Donut House.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Effie Holstein Steele, wife, Peggy and his sisters; Velma “Nan” Staats, Linda Paul, and Eileen Shaffer.He is survived by three daughters; Joyce Ann Steele of South Charleston, Betty Kay Stanley of Sutton, and Donna (Ronnie) Kulkarni of St. Albans; brother, Stanley (Carol) Steele of Delaware; 8 grandchildren, Christopher, Travis and Donald Smith, Markita Foster, Andrew and Benjamin Stanley, and Mark and Michael Kulkarni; 4 great grandchildren, Atticus Chapman, Christian and Alazander Smith and Madelyn Foster.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Friday March 13, 2020 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with Pastors Chris VanNatter and Dwight McClure.  Burial will be in Gillispie Cemetery, Alum Creek.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd West. Charleston, WV 25387.