Wanda Lue (nee Hardway) Rogers
On the morning of July 7, 2014, Wanda went to be with our Lord after a long battle with cancer while being attended by familiar and loving staff members at Hospice of the Western Reserve in Westlake, OH. Wanda was 82 years old.
Wanda was born in Nicut, WV on May 8, 1932 and grew up in Gassaway, WV. She was the fourth child of six, and the first daughter, of William Earl and Ocie Beatrice (nee Hacker) Hardway. She was born with that beautiful red hair and full of life from her first breath.
Wanda graduated from Gassaway High School in 1950 and continued her education in business at West Virginia Business School in 1951. She was employed by the Bank of Gassaway from 1951 to 1955. She married and moved to Ohio where she was employed by Central National Bank (FirstMerit Bank) from 1955 to her retirement in 1988. She served in the banking industry for 38 years with her career ending as Assistant Vice President and district manager of 6 branches of FirstMerit Bank. During her career she continued her studies in business and graduated from Baldwin Wallace College – Bank Simms in 1986.
Wanda was blessed with her first beautiful daughter, Sheila Jane, in 1958. Sheila went to be with our Lord in Heaven after battling Cystic Fibrosis during her short life on this earth in 1967. From this Wanda began very successful fund raising looking for a cure for CF and her career allowed her voice to be heard by many. In 1963, Wanda was blessed with her second beautiful daughter, Sheri Lue (nee Rogers) Hudson. Sheri also came into this world full of life like Wanda from her first breath and was Wanda’s constant companion caring for Wanda during these final years of her battle with cancer.
Wanda had many hobbies which included golfing, antique hunting, dancing, quilting, crafting, fishing, cooking, and was an avid sports fan of the Cleveland Indians and Browns, and golfers Tiger Woods and Jimmy Walker. She delighted everyone she met with her beautiful smile and excitement over any new adventures. Upon meeting Wanda, you soon found yourself dancing in the middle of a parking lot or searching garage sales for that perfect antique to add to your collection. She loved all the pets Sheri brought home to her, even when she was saying no, her love for her pets was soon known and they worked their way into her heart and up on her bed laying by her side.
Wanda was preceded in death by her loving parents, William Earl and Ocie Beatrice (nee Hacker) Hardway; her daughter, Sheila Jane Rogers; her brothers O. Darrell Hardway, William Eugene Hardway, and Charles Lee Hardway.
Wanda is survived by her loving daughter, Sheri Lue (nee Rogers) Hudson; grandsons Micheal (Brandi) Hudson, Matthew (Amy) Hudson, and Jesse Hudson; great-grandchildren Chloe, Micheal (Mikey), Kadence ; brother William Earl (Ora) Hardway Jr., sister Beatrice Eloise (nee Hardway) Frame; sisters-in-law Genevieve (Jenny) Hardway, Elma Hardway, Glenna Hardway; brother-in-law Eugene Frame; many nephews and nieces who were loved by her like her own children; dear friend Ed Capone and many more who were touched by her love and kindness.
Her daughter Sheri would like to thank all those who cared for Wanda over the years. Most of all, Dr. Azmat Hussain and the loving hospice team and volunteers at the Hospice of the Western Reserve in Westlake, OH, and countless others. The family asks that donations be made in memory of Wanda to the Hospice of the Western Reserve in Lakewood, OH.
Wanda will be escorted by her family to her final resting place next to her daughter Sheila Jane in the family’s hometown of Gassaway, WV. Funeral arrangements are being made by Richard M. Roach Funeral Home in Gassaway, WV. The family will hold a celebration of life memorial in Ohio to be announced at a later date.
Service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 12, 2014 at Richard M. Roach Funeral Home Gassaway, WV. Burial was in the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Gassaway.
Friends called from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Ephesians 5:2 And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. It is true that we walk in love. And, it is never more true than when we walk to the other side of this life. 2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.
Mr. Dencil Demsey Barnett
Mr. Dencil Demsey Barnett, 91 of Hometown passed away May 25, 2014 in the Hubbard Hospice House West.
He is retired from Avtex and an WWII Army Veteran. He is a member of Hometown Independent Mission and the Lions Club. He loved to play and listen to bluegrass music.
He is preceded in death by his wife Daisy Barnett; son Charles Wayne Barnett and three grandchildren.
He is survived by his three children, Debra and her husband Donald Blankenship of Eleanor, Steve Allen Barnett of Red House and Dencil Lee Barnett of PA; brothers Rosie and Gene Barnett both of Hometown; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
A tribute to the life of Mr. Dencil Demsey Barnett will be 1:00 PM Saturday May 31, 2014 at Hometown Independent Mission with Pastors Darren Persinger and John Hudson officiating. Burial will follow in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church.
Ileen Freeman
Ileen Fleming Freeman, 86, of Flatwoods, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 29, 2014, following an extended illness. She was born Dec. 14, 1927, and was the daughter of the late Benjamin Eagle and Treacy (Jackson) Eagle. Ileen was preceded in death by husbands, Claude “Carter” Fleming and Arden Freeman; son, Jim Fleming; and sister, Ruth Marsh.
Ileen is survived by two sons, John Fleming of Ravenna, Ohio, and Jerry Fleming and wife JoAnn, of Heathers; stepchildren, Brenda (Donald) Burroughs, Linda Simons, Donna (Kenneth) Harper, Mae (Ron) Facemire, Roger (Debbie) Freeman, Arden Ray (Pam) Freeman and Edward (Mary) Freeman; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one brother, Donnie Eagle and wife, Jessie, of Flint, Mich., and one sister, Lucille Rhodes of Sutton.
Ileen was a retired cosmetologist and owner/operator of Ileen’s Beauty Shop in Fairmont. She was a member of Flatwoods United Methodist Church, a devout Christian and loved reading her Bible. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and was a great cook. Ileen cooked her family dinner every Sunday.
Family received friends on Friday, July 4, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Stockart-Paletti Funeral Home, 378 Flatwoods Corner Drive, Flatwoods, WV 26621.
Funeral service was held on Saturday, July 5, at Flatwoods United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Doug Smailes and Pastor Bryan Bukovesky officiating. Interment followed the service in Heaters Cemetery.
Words of comfort and fond memories may be expressed to the family at stockert-paletti.com
In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to Burnsville Hospice Care Corp., P.O. Box 323, Burnsville, WV 26335 or Flatwoods United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 100, Flatwoods, WV 26621.
Stockert-Paletti Funeral Home is honored to be caring for the Fleming family.
Seth Aaron Morton
Seth Aaron Morton, 74, of Sutton, died Tuesday July 8, 2014 as a result of a farming accident.
He was born September 14, 1939 in Sutton, the son of the late Marco Gilbert & Ruth Adams Morton. Also preceding him in death was his wife, Anna Lorine Morton.
Seth was owner and operator of Morton Orchard and was a member of Flatwoods Baptist Church. He was also a construction worker, heavy equipment mechanic and operator, an independent truck driver and was a member of the National Rifle Association.
He is survived by his son, Timothy S. Morton & wife Brenda L. of Sutton, daughter, Pamela A. Ward & husband Kevin D. of Weyers Cave, VA, brothers, Peter Morton & wife Bonnie of Winchester, VA, Daniel Morton & wife Patricia of Sutton, sisters, Ann Davis and Carolyn Stover both of Sutton, grandchildren, Seth I. Ward and Hannah G. Ward, step grandchildren, Christopher Stover and Amanda Browning.
Funeral services were held 1:00 p.m. Saturday July 12, 2014 at Flatwoods Baptist Church, Flatwoods with the Pastor Paul Beatty officiating. Burial followed at Morton Cemetery, Sutton. Friends called two hours prior the services at the Church.
The family suggest in lieu of flowers, friends visit Flatwoods Baptist Church at 45 Cedar St. Flatwoods, WV 26621.
Greene-Robertson Funeral Home, Sutton is humbled to be serving On line condolences: greene-robertsonfuneralhome.com
Barbara Anne Clagett
Barbara Anne Clagett, 63, of Sutton, passed away Tuesday September 16, 2014 at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley.
She was born on April 4, 1951 in Baltimore, MD. Barbara was a Real Estate Agent and a homemaker.
Barbara was survived by her loving husband, Carroll (Buck) Clagett, son, Tommie Gilbert of Walkersville, MD, daughter, Kathy Gilbert of Walkersville, MD, one sister, Shirley of Ohio, 3 grandchildren.
Memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014 at 2:00pm at Polemic Run Road Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Belknap officiating.
Greene-Robertson Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Clagett family.
Online condolences may be sent to: greene-robertsonfuneralhome.com
Gerald (Jerry) Joseph Cawthon
Gerald (Jerry) Joseph Cawthon, 75, of Gassaway went home to be with his Lord, Friday October 24, 2014 at his residence.
He was born February 18, 1939 in Weston, WV the son of the late John (Ross) & Catherine Irene Duvall Cawthon. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife, Linda Cawthon, grandson, David Joseph Hart.
Jerry was a Inspector for WV Department of Highways, a member of Gassaway United Methodist Church, was a member of Gassaway Masonic Lodge #133, and was a member of the National Guard Reserve. Jerry had a great love of bluegrass music, and loved to play his mandolin for many to enjoy.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory is his wife, Vicki Catherine Burr Cawthon, son, Michael Cawthon (Carolyn) of Leatherwood, WV, daughters, Cathy Grogg (Larry) of Sutton, Alicia McLaughlin (Jon) of Chapel, Sharon Hines (Rocky) of Cowen, step-son, Travis Collins (Donna) of Weston, step-daughter, Amber Lunceford (Bill) of Webster Springs, sister, Barbara Gum of Weston, 14 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held 6:00 p.m. Friday October 31, 2014 at Gassaway United Methodist Church with the Rev. Stephen White officiating.
Family will receive friends from 3 to 6 pm before the service.
In lieu of flowers family suggest donations be made to: Hearts of Hope, 136 Lee St. Gassaway, WV 26624.
Greene-Robertson Funeral Home is humbled to serve the Cawthon family.
Online condolences may be sent to: greene-robertsonfuneralhome.com
Danny Ray Varney
Danny Ray Varney passed away on October, 21 2014 at his residence in Gassaway, WV after a short illness.
Danny was born in Cabin Creek, WV on June 21, 1949 to the late Demmy I. Varney and Bayon (Butcher) Varney.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years Susan (Richardson) Varney, 2 daughters Dawn Whitesel (JD) of Gassaway and Schannon Dennison (Tom) of Chapel; three granddaughters, Tomi Dennison, Lexi & Braydan Whitesel; one grandson Dylan (Digger) Dennison, and 1 Baby Whitesel on the way; brother Billy
James Varney (Darlene) of Chapel; many nieces and nephews.
Danny graduated in 1967 from Gassaway High School. After graduation he joined the US Navy and is a Vietnam Veteran. He was a member of the Church of Christ in Gassaway; a retired rural letter carrier with the US Postal Service; lifetime hunter and sportsman, member of the Braxton County Executive Committee Eastern District.
He was a great and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. Danny always put GOD first, and then his family. Danny always liked helping his community where he belonged to several organizations throughout Braxton County.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 24, 2014 at Richard M. Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway with Ministers Danny Lambey and Gene Miller officiated. Burial with military rites were held in the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Gassaway.
Friends called from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Arrangements by Richard M. Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway
Sylvia Jean Hickman
Sylvia Jean Hickman Lytle, 75, of Frametown, passed away November 26, 2014.
Sylvia was born April 10, 1939 at Strange Creek, WV a daughter of the late Clarence and Ethel Harris Hickman.
Sylvia was a member of the Frametown VFD Women’s Auxiliary and spent many holidays serving coffee and snacks at the rest stops. She was a member of the Hope Baptist Church. She was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and canning foods. Her homemade rolls and donuts were excellent, better than store bought.
Sylvia was preceded in death by husband, Foster C. Lytle; older brother, Kenneth Hickman and many other relatives.
She is survived by the light and pride of her life, son, John Daniel “JD” Lytle of Frametown; two stepdaughters, Sandy of Texas and Brenda of Arizona; brothers, Gilbert Hickman and Dannie Hickman both of Frametown; sisters, Barbara Hickman Muehlheim (Fernando Caputo) of Painesville, OH and Ella Hickman (Jim Litton) of Little Birch.
The family would like to thank the staff at CAMC for making her last day comfortable and niece, Barbara Muehlheim Moore for helping the family understand her condition.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family.
Services were held at 1 p.m. Sunday, November 30, 2014 at Richard M. Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway with Pastor Billy Lytle officiated. Burial was in the Lytle Cemetery, Frametown.
Friends called from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Arrangements by Richard M. Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway.
