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George B. Elder

January 7th, 2010 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

George B. Elder, 75, of South Charleston died Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Valley Center Health Care Center, South Charleston, WV due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.  He was born near Darlington, PA on May 10, 1934 and was preceded in death by his parents, Edith and Chalmers Elder; and brother, Ralph Elder.

He is survived by his wife, Decker Elder of South Charleston; 3 Brothers: Nathan Elder of Bradenton, FL; Fred Elder of Webster, NY; and Floyd Elder of Burlington, Ontario, Canada.  He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

George attended grade school in Darlington, PA and high school in Carrollton, OH. He graduated from Penn State University in 1956 and then joined Union Carbide Corporation, South Charleston, WV. Shortly thereafter, he fulfilled his military obligations by serving two years in the United States Air Force and ended that tour at a radar base in northern Japan. He returned to Union Carbide and was in the corrosion engineering field for his entire career at the Technical Center, South Charleston, and Insitute plants and at Ponce, Puerto Rico. He retired in 1991 and worked part time as a consultant in corrosion engineering for four more years. He was a recognized and dedicated expert in the field of corrosion engineering, and was a fellow in NACE National Association of Corrosion Engineers, and a founding member and fellow of MTI, Materials Technology Institute.

A memorial service will be held at 4PM Thursday, January 14, at Rock Lake Presbyterian Church, 905 Village Drive, South Charleston, WV with Reverend Rick McGuire officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service.  In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made in George’s name to Rock Lake Presbyterian Church, 905 Village Drive, South Charleston, WV 25309 or to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25312.

Richard A. Holder

January 5th, 2010 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Richard A. Holder, 66 of Alum Creek died Tuesday January 5, 2010 at CAMC Memorial Hospital, from complications after surgery.

Richard was born on September 28, 1943 in Charleston, and spent his youth in Ansted. He was the son of Howard Holder (deceased) and Elizabeth Defibaugh. He was also preceded in death by his nephew, Tommy Holder and son, Kelly Holder.  Richard was a retired electrician belonging to IBEW Local Union 466 were he was a member of the pension committee board. After retirement, he became a dedicated volunteer for the American Red Cross and Americorp. He was a member of the Alum Creek Church of Christ.

He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Defibaugh of Ansted, brother Howard Holder of Milford, Ohio, wife Carole Holder of Alum Creek, his eldest son Allen Holder and his wife Kim and their children Samuel and Amanda Holder all of Alum Creek, daughter-in-law Lori Holder, widow of Kelly Holder of Alum Creek and youngest son Craig Holder and his girlfriend Sara McCall of Alum Creek.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 PM Thursday at Curry Funeral Home 2097 Childress Road Alum Creek. The funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Friday January 8 at the funeral home with Ministers Kim Matthews and Justin Imel officiating. Burial will follow at the Forks of Coal Memorial Park at Alum Creek.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donation to Kelly’s Kids, a nonprofit organization honoring Richard’s deceased son Kelly Holder. Donations can be sent to P.O. Box 35 Sod, WV 25564. Service will be 1:00 PM Friday at Curry Funeral Home Alum Creek. Visitation will be 6 to 9 Thursday at the funeral home.

Ernie D. Pauley

January 4th, 2010 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Ernie D. Pauley, 79, of Emmons Road, Alum Creek passed away Monday, January 4, 2010 at Thomas Memorial Hospital after a short illness.  He was a retired laborer and attended Rumble Community Baptist Church. 

He is survived by: Brother: Sidney Pauley of Emmons; 2 Sisters: Loraine Gillispie of Emmons; Tressie Barker of Ridgeview; and Several nieces and nephews. 

Services will be 2:00 pm Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Emmons Church of God with Pastors Richard Harold and Michael Graley officiating. Burial will be in Gillispie Cemetery, Emmons. Family and friends may gather 1 hour prior to the service at the church.

Mary Katherine McClure

January 1st, 2010 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Mary Katherine McClure, 87, of South Charleston went to Heaven to join her husband January 1, 2010.  She loved to piece quilts, enjoyed her vetable garden, her cats and dogs, talking to friends on the phone and good food.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Moody & Belva Marker; husband, Lonnie Stewart McClure; and sisters, Eliza Keeling and Virgie McClure.  Katherine is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Edward Junior and Deloris C. McClure; sister: Laura May of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren: Dwayne E. McClure, Gloria V. Richardson, Olivia E. McClure and her faithful companion, her dog, Big Boy.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Monday, January 4, at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Frank Chapman officiating. Burial will follow at the Lively Cemetery, Sod, WV.  Family and friends will gather one hour prior to the service Monday at the funeral home

Ruth N. Gilkeson

December 28th, 2009 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Ruth N. Gilkeson, 87, of St. Albans died December 28, 2009 at Riverside Nursing Home now Golden Living Center.

There will be no services.

Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek is serving the Gilkeson family.

Vernon Wesley “Wess” Quigley

December 26th, 2009 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Vernon Wesley “Wes” Quigley, 37, of Huntington died Saturday, December 26, 2009 at St. Mary’s Hospital and Medical Center, Huntington, WV.

He was preceded in death by his mother Nickey R. Stapleton

He is survived by his:

Stepfather: Carl Stapleton

Brother: Christopher Stapleton of So. Charleston,

Sisters: Carla Stapleton of  Nitro,

Cynthia Turley Charleston

Nieces and Nephews: Nicholas Stapleton of Lincoln County

Jonathan Meadows of Hernshaw

Benjamin, Tyler and Kristan all of Charleston

A memorial service will be  7:00 PM Thursday February 11, 2010 at Curry Funeral Home 2097 Childress Road Alum Creek with Pastor Marvin Welch officiating. Family and Friends will gather one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Matthew H. Cash

December 26th, 2009 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Matthew H. Cash, 33,  of Poca, born January 18, 1976 passed away on Saturday, December 26th at CAMC Teays Valley Division after a sudden illness.

He was a beloved son, father and brother and will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Nancy Cash and brother, Gregory Allen Cash.

He is survived by his former wife, Melinda D. Cash and their son, Brandon M. Cash both of Cross Lanes.

Also surviving are his father: Homer H. Cash

Brother: Robert A. and wife, Milissa D. Cash

Nieces:   Bethany L. and Haley E. Cash all of Tornado

In addition his girlfriend, Teresa Pate, of Poca survives him along with numerous family & friends.

A Memorial Service will be held 6:00 PM Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek.

John McCellen Baysden

December 24th, 2009 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

John McClellen Baysden, 90, of Brandon, FL, formerly of the Huntington and Charleston area,  passed away Thursday, December 24, 2009.

He was born in Huntington, West Virginia, and  had been a 35 year resident of Brandon, FL.

He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Tampa, where he was a church musician and had served several terms as clerk of the session.  He was a graduate of Marshall University and was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and The Korean Conflict.  He retired from industrial finance with Westinghouse after many years of service.

Survivors include his wife, Freda and a daughter, Julie Marie Baysden.

Service will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, December 31, 2009 at Graceland Memorial Park Chapel, South Charleston, where burial will follow,  with Dr. Dennis Johnson officiating.   Friends and family may gather 1 hour prior.

Memorial contributions may be made to the 1st Presbyterian Church of Tampa, 412 Zack St., Tampa, FL 33602.

A memorial service will be held in early January 2010 at his church in Tampa.

Local arrangements are in care of Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek, WV.

Eloise Dunlap Adkins

December 24th, 2009 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (0 Comments)

Eloise Dunlap Adkins 86 of Yawkey went home to be with her Lord on Christmas Eve,  2009 at Thomas Memorial Hospital in So Charleston with her family by her side.  She was born October 29, 1923, the daughter of Andrew J. & Viola Moore Dunlap, sisters, Birdie, Cybil, Lella, Garnet, Vernilla and Anna.  Brothers, Clace and Noah, all preceding her in death.

She was a member of The Sumerco Church of God where she served as an active member and officer of the Christian Ladies Group.  She also served as Republican Committee woman for many years and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Post 6942.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Fred; Daughters: Kathy & Bill Vandale of Charleston and Connie & Butch Loftis of Griffithsville.

Son: Jeff of Yawkey.

Grandchildren: Chad and Gail Loftis of Griffithsville and Susan Vandale of Athens, GA.  One very special great grandson, Tristan Loftis, and many nieces and nephews.

Eloise was know for her wonderful personality and beautiful smile.  She was very dedicated to her community and helping those who were less fortunate.  Everyone knew her for her wonderful cooking, boundless energy and generosity.  She will be deeply missed by all that knew her.

Services will be 1:00 PM on Monday December 28, 2009 at the Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress  Road, Alum Creek with Pastors Richard McCallister and Butch Loftis officiating.  Burial will be in Forks of Coal Memorial Park at Alum Creek.  Friends will gather from 4 to 6 PM on Sunday December 27, 2009 at the funeral home.

Flowers are welcome, but if friends would prefer to make a donation, the family suggests that contributions be sent to Hospice of Charleston, The American Cancer Society or the Sumerco Church of God.

Shirley E. Bryant

December 16th, 2009 | Posted by curryfuneralhome in Obituaries - (1 Comments)

Shirley E. Bryant, 72 born in Beckley, WV and made her home in Yawkey, WV went home to be with the Lord at home on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 surrounded by her family.

She was the daughter of the late Virgie & Orville Lucas and is also preceded in death by her sisters Helen Phipps and  husband Junior, Stella Bryant and husband Ray and a brother Jerry Lucas.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker  survived by her husband of 38 years,  Vaughn (Pete) Bryant, daughters,  Dianna (Roy) Gibson of Goldtown, Sherry Bryant of Malden, Amanda Bryant at home. Brother, Gary Lucas of Rand and sister Sue Johnson  of Pond Gap. 3 grandchildren: Debbie, Michele (Roger) Sias and Kassie 5 great grandchildren: Heather, Michael, Olivia, Brandon and Braden and many nieces and nephews.

Services will be 2:00 PM Sunday,  December 20, 2009 at the Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress

Road,  Alum Creek with Pastor Greg Reese officiating.  Burial will be in the Bryant Family Cemetery at Yawkey.  Family and friends will gather from 6 to 8 PM on Saturday at the funeral home.

Special thanks to our friends in our community and to the doctors and staff at the David Lee Cancer Center. In lieu of  flowers memorial contributions may be made to CAMC Foundation for the benefit of The David Lee Cancer Center.