Our hearts and prayers go out to the following families!


To the family of our classmate Sherry 'Mouse' (Shaver) Smith on the death of her sister!

Rebecca Ruth "Becky" Shaver, 64, of Parkersburg, passed away Jan. 30, 2012, at Camden Clark Medical Center, Memorial Campus.

She was born Aug. 24, 1947 in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late Lloyd L. "Peck" and Ruth Eaton Shaver.

Becky was a graduate of Parkersburg High School and retired from the Bureau of Public Debt with 38 years of service.

She enjoyed doing crafts.

Surviving are her brothers, Keith "Doug" (Maggie) Shaver in Texas, Lloyd "Larry" (Helena) Shaver of Parkersburg, Craig "Hank" (Serita) Shaver of Parkersburg, David "Kimbo" Shaver of Parkersburg and Jeffery "Jeff" Shaver of Parkersburg; sisters, Sherry "Mouse" (Roderick) Smith of Cutler, Ohio and Bonita Kay (Bill) Sayer of Parkersburg and many many nieces and nephews including a special niece and caregiver, Carla Flallos of Parkersburg; special nephews, Gavan McVey, Steve Shaver, and Venmar Martinez, great-nieces, Kylin and Sienna Otto.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Tina Denise Shaver; a nephew, Jason Scott Shaver and great-nephews, Evan Stephens and Mayan Martinez.

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 Fifth Street, Parkersburg. Pastor Larry Dale will officiate and burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens. The visitation will be on Thursday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.   

 


To the family of our classmate Jeanne Sue Post.

Jeanne Sue Williams, 63, of Parkersburg, passed away Jan. 3, 2012, at her residence.

She was born July 10, 1948, in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late Charles and Audra George Post.

She was a 1967 graduate of Parkersburg High School and was a graduate of Parkersburg Beauty College. She was a homemaker and formerly worked at Montgomery Wards and Walker Parkersburg. She enjoyed cooking, landscaping, walking, riding bikes, camping, meditating and speaking scriptures. She enjoyed playing the piano and the accordion. She was a member of Fresh Fire Ministries.

She is survived by her husband of over 38 years, Darrell E. Williams; one son, Jeremy N. Williams of the home; two sisters, her twin sister, Janie Baer and her husband, Wayne, of Washington, W.Va., and Susan Weisfelt of Lockwood, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Carol Post of Mineral Wells; her nieces, Debbie Conger and Cynthia Steele; and her nephews, Timothy Baer, David Post Jr. and Jason McAtee-Weisfelt.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, David Post; and her two cats, April and Angel, known as the traveling girls.

Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, Pike Street, south Parkersburg, with Dr. Chris Longgrear officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Mausoleum. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and until time of service on Friday.

An online guestbook will be available at www.lamberttatman.com

 


To the family of our classmate Cindy Day on the death of her mother.

Kathryn "Katie" (Wenmoth) Day, 85, of Parkersburg, died Nov. 20, 2011, at Worthington Nursing Home.

She was born in Wood County, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Anna (Rau) Wenmoth. She retired from St. Joseph's Hospital as a registered nurse and was a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. She was an avid bridge player and enjoyed her bridge clubs.

She is survived by her son, David A. Day (Jonni) of White House, Tenn.; two daughters, Cynthia A. Whiting (Dallas) of Lexington, Ky. and Mary Kathryn Appleyard (James) of Edmond, Okla.; nine grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son, Lawrence T. Day, Jr.; infant daughter, Jennifer L. Day; three sisters, Regina Perse, Elizabeth Pfaff, and Pauline Wenmoth; and a brother, Jack Wenmoth. Mass of Christian burial will be noon Wednesday at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church with Father Joseph Peterson officiating.


To the family of our classmate Donna Jordan

Donna Sue Buckley, 62, of Parkersburg, W.Va. passed away Oct. 30, 2011 at her residence.

She was born Aug. 2, 1949 in Barberton, Ohio, a daughter of Eva J. Anderson Myers of Vienna, W.Va. and the late Earl R. Jordan. She was a homemaker and enjoyed camping and crafting.

She is survived by her mother; two daughters, Rhonda Brannon (Randy) of Parkersburg, W.Va., and Brenda McCutcheon (Tony) of Belpre, Ohio; two sons, Michael Buckley of Waverly, W.Va., and William Buckley (Kimberly) of Dayton, Ohio; five sisters, Betty Kennedy of Waterford, Ohio, Doris Wagner and Mabel Braham, both of Parkersburg, W.Va., Kathy Johnson of Hull, Ga., and Pam Tennant of Waverly, W.Va.; a brother, Earl Jordan of Parkersburg, W.Va.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and her fiance, Rich Harris of Parkersburg, W.Va.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Blair Buckley.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, 400 Green St., Parkersburg, W.Va. with Rev. Dr. William R. Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Perry Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.


To our classmate Vickie Nancarrow on the death of her sister Jana Nancarrow

Jana Nancarrow Wiseman left this Earth on a crisp Autumn morning, Nov. 1, 2011.

She was with her husband and best friend John Brent Wiseman, exactly where she wanted to be.

Jana was born Oct. 16, 1955, the daughter of Charles F. Nancarrow and Monna Jane (Barth) Nancarrow. Jana was blessed in life with family and friends, and blessed were the lives of the people that knew Jana. Jana was a thoughtful, caring and giving wife, daughter, sister, mother and grandmother. She was fiesty and determined up through her last moments.

In addition to Jana's parents and husband, she is survived by her brother Ashley, sister Vickie, and brother and partner in mischief Chaz. Also surviving are her daughters, Jessica (Erman) Carpenter and Emily (Jimmy) Moore; grandchildren, Jarred Lee, Heather Moore, Rebecca Moore, and Samantha Moore. Surviving also are her mother-in-law Doloris Wiseman, brother-in-law Steve Wiseman, and in-laws Hazel and William Jones. Her lifelong and childhood friend of 50 years Lou Ann Kieffer Jones and very special loyal companion and pet Honey.

Jana attended PHS, WVU, and Marshall University. She earned a degree in electrical design and was employed by Aker Keaverner and her office was positioned at DuPont Washington Works for the past several years of her career.

Jana was preceded in death by her first husband Doug Jones and her maternal grandparents Blanch and Frank Barth and her paternal grandparents Mabel and Clyde Nancarrow.

A void was created on Tuesday, an abyss that there appears to be no bottom, but that is only what it seems. Jana will live on in our everyday being, and by that she will make it better for those of us who keep her in our hearts.

Per her request there will be no services or visitation. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Parkersburg Humane Society, P.O. Box 392, Parkersburg, WV 26102. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.leavittfuneralhome.com


To our classmate Rich Goudy on the death of his father Pete Goudy

Carl Leonard "Pete" Goudy, 82, of Vienna, died Oct. 16, 2011, after a long illness with Alzheimers. He was born April 28, 1929, a son of the late Adam H. and Bessie Virginia Riley Goudy. He retired from Corning Glass after 42 years of service.

He is survived by three sons, Rick L. (Patti) Goudy of Virginia, Terry W. (Leslie) Goudy of Vienna and Gregory A. (Becky) Goudy of Parkersburg; one daughter, Cathy (Kevin) Hoselton of North Carolina; 10 grandchildren, Todd, Chad, Heather, Joshua, Emily, Paula, Whitney, Lindsay, Adam and Chastidy; several great-grandchildren; and one brother, Gordon "Bunk" (Pat) Goudy of Parkersburg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Evelyn Goudy; two sons, Carl "Junior" Goudy and Ronald Eugene Goudy; two brothers, Howard Morehead and Donald Goudy; and three sisters, Mildred George, Grace Kelly and Peggy Waters.

At his request, Carl donated his body to the WVU Human Gift Registry.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Office, 1218 Market St., Parkersburg, WV 26101. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.leavittfuneralhome.com

To our classmate Jane Shrewsbury on the death of her father Gerald Shrewsbury

Gerald L. Shrewsbury, 89, of Vienna, died Oct. 14, 2011, at Worthington Manor Nursing Facility.

He was born June 26, 1922, in Parkersburg, a son of the late Estelle and Harold Shrewsbury.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Betty; two daughters, Anne Poarch of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Jane Burkey of Raleigh, N.C.; one son, David Shrewsbury of North Hills, Parkersburg; four grandchildren; and one sister, Sue Ann Webb of Parkersburg.

Gerald served four years in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and received the Purple Heart with a Gold Star. He was a life member of Mt. Olivet Lodge 3 A.F.A.M. in Parkersburg, and had retired from the former Borg-Warner Chemicals in 1982.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Betty Shackelford; and one brother, Donald Shrewsbury.

Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mt. Olivet Cemetery with full military rites conducted by American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg. There will be no visitation.

Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, 3005 Grand Central Ave., Vienna, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Please visit www.lamberttatman.com to share online condolences with the Shrewsbury family.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wood County Veterans Museum.


To our classmate Ann Archer on the death of her husband Pete Whitaker

Houston "Pete" Whitaker, 73, of Vienna, passed away Oct. 1, 2011, after a courageous fight with a lung infection.

He was born Sept. 17, 1938, in Arlington, Va., a son to Leonard and Catherine Whitaker.

He was a graduate of PHS, class of 1958, and was retired from Dupont. Pete was an avid golfer and loved spending time with friends, neighbors and family. He was a member of Wayside United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Men, Masonic Lodge 172 Vienna, Shriners, UCT 135, and was president of the Worthington Senior Men's Golf Association.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Sara Kirtpatrick.

He leaves behind his devoted wife, Ann Whitaker; children, Beth Whitaker Connolly and husband Rick, Jeff Liesure and wife, Sherri, Shanda Kirtpatrick and husband, John, and Paula Marshall and husband, Steve; and grandchildren, Ellie Connolly, Sean Connolly, Haley Marshall, Steven Marshall and Samantha Liesure.

A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Wayside United Methodist Church, Vienna, with the Rev. Pat Kerr officiating. A private burial will take place in Sunset Memory Gardens.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.sunsetparkersburg.com

Memorial donations may be made in honor of Pete to the Shriners Hospital.

The family would like to express a special thanks to Housecalls Hospice for their tremendous care.


To the family of our classmate Mitch Wentzel

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L. Mitchell "Mitch" Wentzel, 62, passed away Sept. 24, 2011, at his home following a valiant battle with melanoma.

He was born in Parkersburg, W.Va., the son of Robert and Blanche Wentzel.

Mitch was a dedicated husband, father, son, brother and Poppy.

He is survived by his wife and best friend of 43 years, Donna; their children, Laura (Gary) Rensi and Steven (Jenn); his twin brother, Mike (Kay); brother, Rick; sisters, Linda (Ron) Howard and Lisa (Rex) Roy; as well as his mother, Blanche; six nephews and a niece.

He will be sadly missed by his three adoring grandchildren, Emily, Ann and Jonathan Rensi.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert.

A memorial service will be 3 p.m. Wednesday at Rutherford Funeral Home at Powell, 450 West Olentangy St., Powell, OH 43065, where family will receive friends one hour before the service beginning at 2 p.m. (The funeral home is located on W. Olentangy St./Powell Rd./SR 750 1/4 mile east of Sawmill Parkway.)

Friends are asked to consider memorial contributions to: The Humane Society of Delaware County, 4920 SR 37-East, Delaware, OH 43015.

Send condolences for the family to www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com


To the family of our classmate Otus "Mike" Reed

Otus "Mike" Reed, 62, went to be with the LORD on Sept. 22, 2011, after an extended illness at home.

He was born in Parkersburg, son of the late Everett and Mary Reed. He was a 1967 graduate of Parkersburg High School. He then went on to be a member of the 90th Command Unit of the United States Air Force serving in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and in Vietnam. He was a member of the Burning Springs Masonic Lodge #132.

Surviving are two daughters, Dr. Vickie (Robert) Cox of Vienna and Buffy (Scott) Sigley of Parkersburg; one brother, Everett J. Reed of Parkersburg and one sister, Peggy (Albert) Baker of Proctorville, Ohio; several nieces and nephews; and multiple four legged grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Gary J. Reed.

Otus and the family wish to personally thank Dr. Elizabeth Davies, Dr. John Beane, Dr. Hamarani, Dr. Godlewski, Tara at MOVMG, Dan and staff from Bond's Drug in Vienna for their kind and compassionate service over the years. Also a sincere and special thanks and blessings to all of our father's friends who have loved him and supported him throughout the years.

Memorial services will be held 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, Vienna with Jim Lynch officiating. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of services Sunday at the funeral home.

Condolences may be sent to www.lamberttatman.com


To the family of our classmate Theo Elizabeth Wallace Tippett

Theo Elizabeth Wallace Tippett, 62, of Huntington, died Monday, September 12, 2011 in the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House after a four year battle with cancer. She was born May 7, 1949 in Wheeling, W.Va. and was raised in Vienna, the daughter of Nancy Caroline Geppelt Wallace of Vienna, W.Va. and the late Billy Garrett Wallace. She was also preceded by her father-in-law, Lawrence Theodore Tippett.

She was a graduate of Marshall University where she received her Master's Degree in Educational Administration. She was a member of Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church where she was also a member of the Koinonia Sunday School Class, Beverly Hills Garden Club, Jr. League of Huntington, Ivy Dance Club, Musical Arts Guild where she performed in numerous plays in the 1980's and early 90's, Phi Mu Alumnae, Advisory Board for Marshall Artist Series 50th season and Walk to Emmaus (October 2008).

She was a speech and drama teacher at Huntington East High School in the early 70's and taught 7th and 8th grade English at Beverly Hills Middle School. In addition to her mother she is survived by her husband of 40 years, Larry Thomas Tippett; a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas Wallace and Danyelle Clemens Tippett of Huntington; a granddaughter, Isabella Jean Tippett of Huntington; a brother, William Garrett Wallace and his wife Sally of Bedford, NH; mother-in-law, Betty Jane Bolling Tippett of Huntington; brother-in-law John Tyler Tippett of Atlanta, Ga.; nieces Kasey Wallace, Minneapolis, Minn. and Mary Kathryn Tippett of Atlanta, Ga.; nephews Adam Wallace of Parkersburg, W.Va. and Jordan Tippett and his wife Katie of Boston, Mass.; "The Beaches" Jimelle Bowen, Marilyn Murdock, both of Huntington, Margaret (Pixie) Dillard of Columbia, S.C., Karen (Jonesy) England of Richmond, Va. and Jill Rawe of Charleston, S.C. "together we travelled�". She maintained a Christian Friendship with her friend since 2nd grade, Dianne Shutts Cary of Sandyville, W.Va. Tommy's God Parents, Vicki and Bill Patterson of Lebanon, Ohio; special friend Becky Dingess; Hope Lodge Caregivers, Jennifer Sias of Huntington, Karen England of Richmond, Va., Jimelle Bowen, Linda Craig, Becky Ray and Priscilla Coffey all of Huntington.

The family would like to thank Dr. Gerrit Kimmey and his staff at HIMG, the 6th floor oncology nurses and staff at St. Mary's especially Mary McGuckin and Becky Estep, Vicki Crook and Marjorie Copley with Hospice of Huntington. A Memorial Service will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 17 at Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church by the Rev. Jack Lipphardt. The family will receive visitors following the service at the church. Klingel-Carpenter Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of Huntington.


To our classmate Randy E. Woollard on the death of his mother.

May E. Woollard, 86, of Parkersburg, went home to be with the Lord Aug. 8, 2011, at her residence.

She was born June 26, 1925 in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late Okey Lee and Rosa Lee Lemley Dailey.

May had been employed with the former Yonkers Manufacturing and G.C. Murphy Companies, of Parkersburg. She and her late husband actively participated in Ben Bey Grotto and the Shrine Hillbilly's. She formerly attended Calvary Memorial Church and was a current member of Cornerstone Gospel Church.

Surviving is one daughter, Carol Lynn Smith and husband, Tom of Washington, W.Va.; four sons, Roger D. Woollard and wife, Peggy of Parkersburg, Randy E. Woollard and wife, Mary of Vienna, Danny K. Woollard and wife, Terri of Parkersburg and Timothy R. Woollard and wife, Kathy of Vienna; one sister, Alberta Fleak of Vincent, Ohio; one brother, Eugene Hoschar of Lubeck, W.Va.; eleven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jiles E. "Ji" Woollard in 2008; three brothers; two sisters; and one granddaughter.

Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, 2333 Pike St., Parkersburg, with Dr. Russell Hosey officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at the funeral home.

For those considering an expression of sympathy, memorials are suggested to the Shrine Hospital.

A guestbook is available for sharing online condolences with the family at www.lamberttatman.com

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To the family of our classmate Stephen A. Shafer

Stephen A. Shafer, 63, of Waverly, passed away July 6, 2011 at the Camden Clark Medical Center, Memorial Campus due to heart related problems.

He had recently retired on Feb. 1, 2011 as a milkman from Broughton Foods after 41 years of service.

Steve's wife, Carolyn, and sons, Stephen (Lisa) and Douglass will receive friends from 2-8 p.m. Saturday at the Vaughan Funeral Home, Parkersburg. Funeral Services will be conducted at the convenience of the family.

A guestbook for sharing online condolences is available at www.vaughanfh.com.


To the family of our classmate Linda Louise Radabaugh

Linda Louise Carpenter made her way to the Lord on Feb. 27, 2011, in her home. She was brought to us Feb. 5, 1949.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Ruth and Martin Radabaugh, and her fiance, W. T. Knight.

Living on with her memory is her brother, David Radabaugh, and three children, Richard R. Carpenter Jr., Lisa A. Hornbeck and Martin L. Carpenter. Through these three children, she had 11 grandchildren. Also she loved two stepchildren, Amanda and Thomas, and nine stepgrandchildren.

The funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, at Kimes Funeral Home, 521 5th Street, Parkersburg. Rev. Daniel Hopkins will officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen North Cemetery. The visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.kimesfh.com


To the family of our classmate David P. Linger

David P. Linger, 61, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 10, 2011, following a courageous battle with cancer (Multiple Myeloma).

Surviving are his wife, Jennifer; sons, Mark (Brenda), John (Maura), Matthew and David; daughter Melissa (Robert) and eight grandchildren, all of Melbourne, Fla. His mother, Gladys and stepfather George Alvis of Parkersburg; sisters, Yolanda (Herschel) Garner of Rison, Ark. and Kathy Linger of Pittsburg, Pa.

David was preceded in death by his father, Donald.

He was president and founder of Freedom Counseling Ministries for the past 30 years. As an ordained minister, he desired to conduct a biblical, Christ-centered ministry which earned him the affection, respect and admiration of all who knew him and will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held at New Hope Church, 2676 Post Road in Melbourne, Sunday, Feb. 20, at 3 p.m. with a grave-site memorial service in Parkersburg, that will be announced at a later date.


To the family of our classmate Victoria Kay Wade

Victoria Kay Wade Contreras, 61, of Nashville, Tenn., passed away in her home on Feb. 17, 2011, after a long illness.

Victoria was born Aug. 4, 1949, in Parkersburg, W.Va. She was a graduate of Parkersburg High School class of 1967 and was employed by U. S. Airways as a flight attendant for 38 years.

Victoria was an avid lover of music and recorded an album of spiritual music with her trio, The Emeralds. She was instrumental in the production of The Larry Butler Golf Tournament and The HoriPro Golf Tournament, both of which funded the Don Gant Scholarship Fund that is established at Belmont University benefiting Music Business Students.

Victoria was also a Belmont Mansion restoration supporter and chaired the Spring Victorian Showcase fundraiser in the spring of 1994. She was a member of the Nashville Rose Society winning many prizes including Novice Queen of Show at Cheekwood Gardens.

Victoria is survived by her husband, Juan Contreras; her parents, Charles and Wanda Wade of Smyrna, Tenn.; a sister, Linda Covey; a brother, Doug Wade (wife Sharon); nephews, Adam Covey (wife Stephanie), Alex Wix and David Darnell; nieces, Amanda Wade and Amber Robertson; her cousin, Kerry Wade, and her aunt, Betty Wade; many loving and devoted friends. Victoria will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

A Memorial Service will be held at Christ Church, 15354 Old Hickory Blvd. in Nashville, on Tuesday, March 1 officiated by Pastor John Frum of Harrisville, W.Va. Visitation at 12:30 p.m. Service at 2 p.m. Internment after the service.


To the family of our classmate Lynda Carole Johnson (Bush) on the death of her mother, Pauline Johnson!

G. Pauline Johnson, 82, of Parkersburg, W.Va., went to be with her Lord on Feb. 13, 2011. She had been a resident at Ohio Valley Health Care for the last two years.

Pauline was born May 8, 1928, the eldest daughter of the late Paul Samuel and Goldie (Cheshire) McAtee.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, W. Burl Johnson in 2001; and three sisters, Betty Kigar, Helen Hall and Mary Tice.

Pauline leaves behind three brothers, Raymond McAtee of Gulfport, Miss., William McAtee of Virginia Beach, Va., and Samuel (Brenda) McAtee of Greer, S.C.; one sister, Patricia (Gene) Simmer of Newark, W.Va.; two sons, Roger (Martha) Johnson of Parkersburg and Steven (Angie) Johnson of Parkersburg; one daughter, Linda (Bryan) Bush of Walker, W.Va.; two grandsons, Patrick Johnson and Bradley Newlon; four granddaughters, Nancy (Ben) Redin, Peggy (Evan) Shultz, Kelly McGill and Stephanie Johnson; five great-grandsons, Brandon (Mia) Redin, Nathan Redin, Austin Newlon, Cody Newlon and Levi Johnson; five great- granddaughters, Arianna Mercer, Cassandra Mercer, Hailey Johnson, Kyla Johnson and Elaina Johnson; and 22 nephews and nieces.

Pauline devoted her life to her family and Christian faith. She was a Sunday school teacher for the children classes starting at age 18 at the Old Summit Valley Church until age 76 at Cedar Grove Church. She enjoyed crocheting, reading and camping.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, Pike Street, south Parkersburg, with the Rev. David Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Williamstown. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Online guest book is available at www.lamberttatman.com


To the family of our classmate James Wright on the death of his brother, Jerry Wright!

Jerry Alfred Wright, 59, of Belpre, Ohio, died at the St. Joseph's Hospital on Feb. 7, 2011. He was born in Parkersburg on Sept. 10, 1951, and was the son of the late Wilbert and Juanita Glover Wright.

He retired from CSX Railroad and loved to golf and bowl.

Survivors include his two sons, Jerry Wright II of Belpre and Shane Modesitt of Parkersburg; his daughter, Alethia Wright of Belpre; nine grandchildren; and seven brothers and sisters.

A memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Thursday at the Six Pence Pub & Eatery on Seventh Street in Parkersburg.

Leavitt Funeral Home, Belpre is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.leavittfuneralhome.com