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Cemetery to Gain New Life

By Justin Waybright justin@thecabellstandard.com

MILTON - New life is surrounding the city cemetery.

"This is a great cemetery, but it just needs updated," Cemetery Coordinator Bonnie Hancock told council members during the Aug. 6 city meeting.

Some of the ideas she has for the land include new signs, lot markers and a software system to help file information for families.

The software Hancock requested costs $2,500 and will place each individual space into a computer database.

"A database for $2,500 - is that the cheapest?" asked councilmember Carl Harshbarger.

"Yes, I checked yesterday and saw some others for $7,000," responded Hancock. "For that price, we're getting a lot."

Another idea to make the cemetery more efficient and cost effective involves taking back ownership of forgotten or abandoned lots purchased years ago.

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By Justin Waybright justin@thecabellstandard.com

MILTON - Every night when Robert "Bob" Ball lays his head on the pillow, images of soldiers and sounds of gunfire cloud his mind.

It's been more than 60 years since the Korean War, but veterans like Ball still fight in a war daily: the war of the mind.

Memories of the Korean War are inerasable for this local veteran. Standing in front of a Purple Heart, a combat infantry badge and a slew of medals, the 81-year-old speaks about the day he strapped on a machine gun and faced enemy fire.

Flashback to 1950: the 18-yearold joins the US Army and finishes basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. War breaks out June 25, 1950, just days later.

Ball arrives in Korea where he

Decorated war veteran - Robert "Bob" Ball stands in front of a Purple Heart, a combat infantry badge and a slew of medals received during his years of serving the country in the Korean War. Photo by Justin Waybright serves as a machine gunner on the frontline.

"My platoon sergeant said to us, 'be alert at all times or you're likely to not be around tomor-

row,’" the veteran recalled. "We were one big family, protecting each other."

The warning his sergeant gave rings true.

On April 25, 1951, Ball and his unit approach a hill in Korea and chaos breaks loose. A barrage of gunfire invades the atmosphere.

Fellow soldiers and friends are captured during the battle. Some never make it home.

Ball is wounded and sent to the hospital.

This was a nightmare the soldier lived out: a day the war veteran will never forget.

"We took that hill the first day and I was firing at the North Koreans - I was excited and scared, wishing I was back home in Milton," Ball remembered. "There's hardly a day goes by that I don't think about the incident and what happened there."

The soldier joined the Army as a recruit and finished as a Sgt. 1st Class. More importantly than his rank, the veteran is happy to have made it out alive.

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Two Boys Prove Hard Work = Success

By Justin Waybright justin@thecabellstandard.com

MILTON - Caleb Holbrook and Josh Minor entered Milton Middle School last week as hometown heroes.

The two had a story to tell others during the first cross country practice Monday evening. It was a story of hard work meets success.

It was a story of determination meets results.

The two middle school students competed in the 36th Annual Hershey's Track and Field Meet, a national competition involving the best runners in the country.

Holbrook achieved a 7-footeight-inch long jump, just missing his personal record by inches.

"I came in third by a half-inch,"

The duo - Caleb Holbrook and Josh Minor stand in front of trophies Milton Middle School has won during various middle school track and cross country meets. The two boys recently competed nationally at the Hershey Track and Field Meet. Photo by Justin Waybright the seventh grader said.

Holbrook placed well in a large group of the best jumpers in the

nation. He plans to bring home gold next year.

Minor clocked in a 4:49 mile,

breaking his personal record by less than one second. The eighth grader placed 6th out of 12 runners in the event.

"The first lap was really fast at 64 or 65 seconds, and I got blocked in," Minor said. "I finally got in pace and broke away."

Fewer than two seconds separated him from 5th place.

But, the boys took more than times and distances away from the event: more than medals and trophies, but rather experience and memories.

"I think I did great - I got to compete against the best in the US," said Holbrook.

"You did," Minor responded.

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Page 2 –Tuesday,August 13,2013 Board of Health Meetings The Cabell-Huntington Board of Health Meetings are held at 5PM at the Cabell-Huntington Health Department. The next scheduled date is for August 28th.

DUI Checkpoint The West Virginia State Police will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint on Saturday, August 17, 2013 from 2000 hours to Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 0200 hours on WV Route 152 near the intersection of 8th Street Road, Lavalette, WV in Wayne County.

An alternate checkpoint site has been designated as US Route 60 and 7th Street in Kenova, WV in Wayne County.

The focus of this checkpoint is driving under the influence (DUI) enforcement. Other enforcement activities may be conducted with the police focusing on reckless driving, speeding, DUI and seat belt violations.

The West Virginia State Police encourages the public to use the State Police *SP (*77) system to report drunk drivers, reckless driving, stranded motorists, and criminal violations. By dialing *SP on a cellular telephone, motorists can contact the nearest State Police Detachment.

5K Run/Walk for Sight Cabell-Wayne Association of the Blind presents its 11th Annual “5K Run/Walk for Sight” on Saturday, August 17th at Ritter Park in Huntington, beginning at 9 a.m.

Age group awards; free refreshments; T-shirts available.

Call 304-522-6991 or visit www.cabellwayne.org for registration form.

Cabell-Wayne Association of the Blind Meeting – August 20th All Consumers of CabellWayne Association of the Blind are urged to attend regularly scheduled monthly association meetings.

These meetings are designed to keep consumers informed and up-to-date on events and activities of the Services Division and topics relative to the association

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as a whole.

Remember, to have a quorum, to be able to discuss and vote on association business, a majority plus one voting member must be present.

Free transportation to these meetings is provided upon request with advance notice and scheduling availability Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month from 1-3 p.m.

Senior Exercise Class offered at Guyandotte Library 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Questions, call 304528-5698.

Scrapbook Classes The Cabell County Public Library holds scrapbook classes every third Monday.

ThunderTones Meeting Free Clothing for the Needy Where: Milton Church of Christ, 1702 2nd Street When: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month Time: 9 a.m. – Noon (Any other time, please go to the house across from the church, 1705 2nd Street).

Cox Landing Library – Adult Book Club 10 a.m. every third Thursday.

For current book selection, call 304-733-3022. Cox Landing Library is located at 6363 Cox Lane, Lesage.

Cabell County Library offers Scrapbooking Classes The Cabell County Public Library offers scrapbook classes every third Monday of the month.

WV Pumpkin Festival Children’s Pageant The 2013 WV Pumpkin Festival Children’s Pageants will be held Saturday, August 24th at 12:00 p.m. at the WV Pumpkin Park in Milton, WV. The pageant is open to Girls ages 0-12 years and Boys ages 0-5.

For more information or an application go to www.wvpumpkinpark.com or call 304-6388115.

Story Time at the Milton Library Story Time is held at the Milton Library from 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays for ages 3-5. Questions, please call the Library at 304-7436711.

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The ThunderTones Chorus is the Huntington-Tri-State Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. They learn, sing and perform four-part a cappella music arranged for the male voice.

Meetings are held 7 p.m. Thursdays at Fellowship Baptist Church, 3661 US 60 East, Barboursville. Call Terry Edgell at 304-302-NOTE.

Freedom from Smoking program This program is offered by appointment only at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center in the Pulmonary Center. To schedule an appointment or for more information, call 304-399-7402.

Senior Exercise Class at Guyandotte Branch Library A Senior Exercise class is held 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Guyandotte Branch Library, 203 Richmond Street, Huntington. For more information, call 304-528-5698

Ebenezer Medical Outreach offers Free Services for Low-Income Ebenezer Medical Outreach, Douglass Center, 1448 10th Ave., provides free primary care, medications assistance and referral for the low income that are without Medicaid and Medicare.

Services are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call 304-529-0753.

“Fit in Him” Exercise Classes Milton Baptist Church invites everyone to exercise their body and spirit from 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the church. The exercises can be done by beginners, and the class aims to be a fun, enriching experience for participants. If you have been thinking about starting to exercise, this could be the class for you.

Cabell County Public Library offers Story Hour Cabell County Public Library, 455 9th St., Huntington offers Story Hour at 6:15 p.m. Mondays and 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.

Story hour features stories, games, singing, dancing and crafts. Families are encouraged to join the fun. For ages 4 and up on Mondays, and newborn to 4 years of age on Wednesdays.

Questions, call 304-528-5700, ext.

141.

Salt Rock Public Library News Story Hour is held on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. where you’ll find books, songs, an age-appropriate craft and a snack.

Call 304-733-2186 for more information on either event.

WV Pumpkin Festival Teen & Queen’s Pageant The 2013 WV Pumpkin Festival Teen & Queen’s Pageants will be held on Sunday, August 25th 2:00 p.m. at the WV Pumpkin Park in Milton, WV. Teens (ages 13-15) and Queens (ages 16-21) must be residents of West Virginia. The Queen will reign over the 2013 WV Pumpkin Festival Oct. 3rd – 6th and also represent the WV Pumpkin Festival at the 2014 WV Association of Fairs & Festivals Pageant in January 2014.

For more information or an application go to www.wvpumpkinpark.com or email ltempletonlk@wildblue.net or mtestermanhaye@gmail.com.

You can also call 304-743-1766 or 304-638-5722.

Revival at Sunrise Temple Baptist Church Sunrise Temple Baptist Church, Prichard Road, Ona, will be holding revival services from Sunday, August 18 thru Wednesday, August 21.

Steve Cook will be bringing the message on Sunday morning (11 a.m.) and Sunday evening (6 p.m.) and each night Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Special Singing will be: Sunday: Debbie Finley Monday: Gary Sargent Group Tuesday: Mt. Zion Choir Wednesday: Sunrise Temple Choir Pastor Mark Finley and the congregation invite you to come, worship with them. Everyone welcome.

The Cabell Standard Annual Meeting of the Cabell County Fair Board Annual Meeting of the Cabell County Fair Board will be Monday, September 9th at 7 p.m. at the WV Pumpkin Park 4-H/FFA Building. There will be a vote on a proposed change to the Bylaws.

Open House at The Macholah Ballet Company When: August 17th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Where: 1 Valley Way, Hurricane, WV Classes for all ages! Ballet, Tap; Mommy & Me! Visit www.themacholahballet.com or call 304-380-3352 for more information.

Cabell County Fair Horse Show Rescheduled The Cabell County Fair Horse Show has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 28th at the Village of Barboursville Park.

Registration is at 5 p.m. and the show will start at 6 p.m.

Steele named to Dean's List at Ithaca College Elise Steele, a resident of Milton and a Business Administration major in the class of 2016, was named to the Dean's list in Ithaca College's School of Business for the Spring 2013 semester.

From day one, Ithaca College prepares students for success through hands-on experience with internships, research and study abroad. Its integrative curriculum builds bridges across disciplines and uniquely blends liberal arts and professional study. Located in New York's Finger Lakes region, the College is home to 6,100 undergraduate and 400 graduate students.

Merit Scholarships Loy J. McGuire, a recent graduate from Huntington High School, was notified that he has received a collegesponsored National Merit Scholarship.

McGuire, who received his scholarship from Miami University of Ohio, graduated with a grade point average of 4.448. He plans to major in mechanical engineering. His extracurricular activities include soccer, swimming, track and field, Mu Alpha Theta, ping pong club, Key Club, Latin Club and National Honor Society. He also was the student body president.

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Training offered at Cabell Huntington Health Department to help Citizens understand Health Insurance Options HUNTINGTON, WV – Need health insurance? Wondering what the health care law means for you, your family, friends and neighbors?

On September 20, 2013 several Huntington organizations are sponsoring four-hour training at the Cabell Huntington Health Department to help local citizens understand health insurance options under the law and how to get enrolled. The training will be conducted by West Virginians for Affordable Health Care. More details about the training are available at www.enrollwv.org.

Beginning October 1, 2013,

West Virginians can go online, call an 800 number or find a local person who can assist them in enrolling in affordable health coverage through the West Virginia Health Insurance Marketplace. The new policies are effective on January 1, 2014.

About 250,000 West Virginians have no health coverage and many more have coverage that is not adequate to meet their needs. Lack of coverage means people go without the preventive care and medical service they need to maintain their health. It also puts them at risk for financial catastrophe in case of major (or even minor) health crisis.

Generally people without coverage work in jobs where their employer does not offer coverage or the cost is more than they can afford.

West Virginians will have many choices in the new Health Insurance Marketplace. West Virginia Governor Earl Ray Tomblin has signed on to expand Medicaid, the federal/state health insurance program which has been around since 1965. Currently Medicaid serves mostly children, pregnant women and the elderly, but beginning next year, all West Virginians earning less than 138 percent of the Federal Poverty Level will be eligible to enroll in

Medicaid. An individual can earn about $16,000 and a family of three about $28,000 to be eligible for Medicaid.

Individuals and families who earn above the Medicaid threshold will be eligible for new private insurance policy and receive a substantial subsidy to buy coverage. In some cases, the subsidy may pay as much as 60 percent of the cost of the policy. In the new Marketplace, no one can be denied coverage. About 230,000 West Virginians will be eligible for Medicaid or a subsidized private health insurance policy.

Beginning October 1, 2013 a number or people in our com-

munity will have received training and be prepared to assist community members understand the options and help them enroll. The training scheduled for September 20 is the first step in developing the community’s capacity to help uninsured and underinsured people enroll in health insurance.

Sponsors of the training include the Cabell-Huntington Health Department, the River Cities United Way, the Cabell County FRN, Valley Health Systems and Missions West Virginia.

For more information please contact Elizabeth Ayers at 304523-5382 x 258.

Seven appointed to Marshall University Board of Governors Three members reappointed, four are newcomers to board HUNTINGTON, WV - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has appointed seven people, including three who are being reappointed, to serve on Marshall University’s Board of Governors, he announced Friday.

The newest appointees are James Bailes of Huntington, Tim Dagostine of Charleston, Christie Kinsey of Lavalette and Phil Cline of Huntington. Bailes, Dagostine and Kinsey were appointed to three-year terms and Cline was appointed for four years.

Current board chair Joseph Touma of Huntington, along with Dale Lowther of Parkersburg and Edward Howard III of Scottsdale, Ariz., were reappointed by Tomblin. Touma’s term is for three years, while the terms of Lowther and Howard are for four years.

“I’m pleased these men and women have accepted this opportunity to serve on the board of governors,” Tomblin said. “Together, their knowledge, skills and expertise will help guide (Marshall University) and help ensure a brighter future for our young people.”

All of the appointees will be

sworn in at the board’s next meeting, scheduled Tuesday, Aug. 27, in the Memorial Student Center’s Shawkey Room on the Huntington campus.

Leaving the board are Verna Gibson, John Hess, Letitia Neese Chafin and Michael Farrell.

“I extend our sincere appreciation to Verna, John, Tish and Mike for their outstanding service to the board,” Marshall President Stephen J. Kopp said. “They have devoted considerable time and energy to serving on the board during this historic time at Marshall University, and they have been instrumental in the progress made here throughout recent years. At the same time, I am looking forward to working with the four new members. I believe Governor Tomblin has made four first-rate appointments.”

Bailes is an attorney with Bailes, Craig and Yon, PLLC, in Huntington. He succeeds Chafin, who could not be reappointed. “I am pleased at the appointment,” Bailes said. “It’s a significant responsibility. I don’t have an agenda, but I am very excited about the progress Marshall has made and I want to do my part to

see it continue.”

Dagostine is a division manager with Champion Industries in Huntington. He succeeds Gibson, who could not be reappointed. “I’m honored to have been appointed to the board,” Dagostine said. “I just want to try to make the right decisions and help move Marshall University forward. Hopefully we can con-

tinue the progress we’ve made the past few years.”

Kinsey is a financial adviser with Northwestern Mutual in Huntington. She succeeds Hess, who could not be reappointed.

“I’m thrilled,” Kinsey said of being chosen to serve on the board. “When asked if I would accept if asked, I jumped at the chance. It’s a privilege. Marshall

is very important to the community.”

Cline is a retired businessman and a consultant living in Huntington. He succeeds Farrell, who could not be reappointed. “I’m thankful to the governor for his having asked me to join. And I look forward to serving,” Cline said.

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK:

Blueberry Refrigerator Pie Ingredients 7 Tbsp. butter, divided 50 NILLA Wafers, finely crushed (about 1-1/2 cups) 4 cups fresh blueberries, divided ½ cup plus 1 Tbsp. sugar, divided ¾ cup cold water, divided 2 Tbsp. cornstarch Zest and juice of 1 lemon, divided ¾ cup boiling water 1 pkg. (3 oz.) Jell-O Lemon Flavor Gelatin Ice cubes 1 tub (8 oz.) Cool Whip Whipped Topping, thawed, divided

Art by Natalie Larson

Directions: Heat oven to 350°F. Reserve 1 Tbsp. butter. Melt remaining butter; mix with wafer crumbs. Press onto bottom and up side of 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom. Bake 10 min. or until golden brown.

Bring 1-1/2 cups blueberries, 1/2 cup sugar and 1 Tbsp. cold water to boil in saucepan, stirring constantly. Dissolve cornstarch in 3 Tbsp. of the remaining cold water; whisk into blueberry mixture. Simmer on low heat 2 min. or until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add reserved butter; stir until melted.

Reserve 1/2 tsp. lemon zest and 1 tsp. juice. Stir remaining zest and juice into blueberry mixture; pour into crust.

Add boiling water to gelatin mix in medium bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Add enough ice to remaining cold water to measure 1 cup. Add to gelatin; stir until slightly thickened. Remove any unmelted ice. Whisk 1 cup Cool Whip into gelatin. Refrigerate 15 min. or until gelatin mixture is thick enough to mound. Stir in 1-1/2 cups of the remaining blueberries; spoon over blueberry layer in crust.

Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm. Top pie with remaining COOL WHIP. Toss remaining blueberries with reserved lemon zest, juice and remaining sugar; spoon over pie

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By Mary Jane “FAIRS, FESTIVALS, FUN” Thought for the week: And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. Colossians 3: 17 (KJV) Once again, the Cabell County fair and amusement rides were held at our Milton fairgrounds. In October the Pumpkin Festival will begin. These are good for the communities. Milton should be proud of it grounds and buildings and to present this entertainment.

I attended the fair. It was clean, the food was great, and everyone - from the one growing the biggest sweet pepper to the prize-winning quilt to the cutest pig - all deserve a hand. All the FFA participants did a great job.

Milton should be especially proud of its Performing Arts Center building. The singing groups and school show choirs have a

nice building to perform in. And those hosting various dinners have a great place to meet. Plus the grounds are kept clean at all times. These are good family fun occasions for all to enjoy.

I am sure Jesus laughed and had fun while walking on the roads with his disciples.

He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh; the Lord shall have them in derision. Psalms 2: 4.

God intended for man to laugh and enjoy his life and by attending such community activities as these brings family time together - to enjoy without driving many miles.

Meeting your friends and neighbors, catching up on one another’s lives, enriches each of us in our daily life.

And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works; Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is;

The Cabell Standard but exhorting one another, and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. Hebrews 10: 24-25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together.

We can easily become discontented with one another; especially how church is conducted, but we all have offending faults.

Just as someone has said hurtful words to you, you may have also said something to someone and may never intend it. Isn’t that what God wants us to realize. If one eye goes blind, causing a seeing problem for your body, would you not seek help to see again?

Such as in the church, we are one body. Forgive those who offend you and forsake not assembling yourselves together at church or other functions. Life itself is such a short span, be forgiving one to another and your heart will rejoice with comfort again.

If we spend our time with regrets over yesterday, and worries over what might happen tomorrow, we have no TODAY in which to live.

Prayer: Our Father in Heaven, guide each of us to love and accept one another, as we fellowship together in this life. Amen.

Statewide Science Video Competition invites entries from Students CHARLESTON – Students at colleges and universities across West Virginia are invited to enter the Science, Technology and Research (STaR) Symposium student science video competition.

This is the first video competition to be held in conjunction with the STaR Symposium, replacing the traditional student poster competition.

The 5th biennial STaR Symposium will take place October 2223, 2103 at the Waterfront Place Hotel in Morgantown and is open to students, faculty, researchers, and business and industry representatives interested in energy use, energy conservation, and energy research in West Virginia. The theme is “The Evolution of Energy: From Scarcity to Abundance.” The keynote

speaker will be David Pogue, a nationally renowned science author, New York Times columnist, and host of the Public Broadcasting series Nova Science Now. Other speakers will include Dr. Cal Kent, retired Vice President of Business and Economic Research at Marshall University, and Dr. Tom Witt, Professor Emeritus of Economics at West Virginia University, as well as more than a dozen energy experts and researchers.

Of the videos entered by the September 8, 2013 deadline, 20 finalists will be selected to present at the STaR Symposium and awards will be provided for first place, also known as the STEMMY award, and second place in both undergraduate and graduate categories. The sub-

mitted videos may cover any area of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) research.

“Communicating science is an important part of any scientist’s life, whether it’s getting a job, talking to the media, or advocating for research funding,” said Dr. Jan Taylor, Director of Research Programs for the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission’s Division of Science and Research. “We are challenging students to earn the STEMMY award for the best three-minute video that explains their research to a non-scientist.”

Information about the video competition and registration for the STaR Symposium is available at www.wvresearch.org/STaR.

Margaret Denison Fall Nature Walks When: Saturday, September 14 at 9 a.m. (Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.) near the swimming pool.

Where: Kanawha State Forest Cost: Adults - $5; Children - $2.

Farewell to Summer! Wildflowers, Fungi, Birds, Pond/Aquatic

Life, Trees and much more!

Nature photography – bring your own camera.

An Auto Tour is available for limited ability walkers.

Barbecues & drinks will be for sale!

For more information call the

Forest Office at 304-558-3500.

This event is sponsored by Kanawha State Forest Foundation; assisted by Mary Ingles Trail Blazers, DNR, Handlan Chapter Brooks Bird Club, and Master Naturalists.

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A Rare Soul, A Narrow Walk

By Justin Waybright justin@thecabellstandard.com

LANCASTER, OH - Through the halls of a senior living center, a rare soul walks.

The steps of the 93-year-old man are ordered by unadulterated love. His glowing countenance exudes meekness and humility.

With an inerasable smile on his face and a worn Bible in his hand, he nods at everyone he passes. Young and old, they all nod back and smile.

Peace soaks itself into every step he takes.

Three crosses stitch themselves into the side of his white jacket. Wrinkles grace his fingertips as they once again flip through pages of an old familiar book.

A highlighted passage from the New Testament is etched on his heart.

"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God," the scripture states.

The words paint a picture of Bruce Young's life.

The reverend's King James Bible has witnessed thousands, if not millions of hours of study and research. Notes line its margins and yellow stripes paint its verses.

A hand reaches toward the book and embraces Young's fingers. Elaine "Toots" Young smiles at her husband of 71 years.

"Love has kept us together," she tells people. "You have to give and take."

Every staff member and resident at the Inn at Fairfield Village Senior Living knows Young. In fact, nearly every resident of West Virginia knows the old-time preacher.

For nearly 60 years, Young served in ministry. He provided encouragement and support for patients and families in hospitals across the state.

When Young arrived to offer help and comfort for them, the atmosphere of tragedy and darkness immediately shifted, explained longtime friend and

Completing a legacy of love - Rev. Bruce Young is a name known by thousands across West Virginia. His life of faith is rare. It continues to inspire and encourage local churches, pastors and residents. Courtesy Photo Cross Roads Baptist Pastor John Duffy.

"When Bruce Young walked into a hospital room, it was like the light of God walked in there with him," the former colleague said.

Duffy has been left with an unmatchable wisdom and direction, learned by watching Young.

The Huntington pastor is still impacted by him.

"I've never seen anyone more godly, holy or humble than him," Duffy said. "There is a sanctity about the man you must experience - you can't explain it."

The local preacher continued, "He is like a father to me."

Young also mentored his friend and Teays Valley Baptist colleague Homer Fink. The two traveled across the state to funerals, offering support and comfort for grieving families.

Fink recalled a trip they took a few years ago.

"Someone called, asking him to do a funeral at Oak Hill, and I went with him," he remembered.

"We went to the burial site and saw the family standing there, and Bruce walked up the hill with his cane."

Fink continued, "He shouldn't have gone, but he's a dedicated man."

The impact Young left on Fink is undeniable. It resonates when he describes him.

"I never saw the man get upset

The mission continues - Young may not be pastoring at the local church, but he continues to preach to and pray for residents of an Ohio assisted living center where he currently resides. This was taken during his years of service at Teays Valley Baptist Church. Courtesy Photo - he was just a loving person, who loved everybody," Fink recalled.

"If there ever was a true- blue Christian man...he is."

He continued, "If I ever had a second father, it would be him."

Young constantly placed himself and every aspect of his life last. He put the well-being of others and obedience to God first, Fink said.

Teays Valley Baptist Pastor Dr. John Smith watched Young do this countless times. The church leader worked alongside him for more than two decades.

"A lot of people love in word only, but true love is manifested in servitude, and he was a servant," Smith said. "His walk with God was amplified by servitude."

It has been more than two years since Young retired as Asst.

Pastor of Teays Valley Baptist, but Smith is still inspired by him.

"He had a tremendous work ethic," he said.

That work ethic began before 5 a.m. every day. Before the sun

tinued, "I'm still reaching out to help others because many are ending things they should be enjoying."

In the past four months, Young has been sent to the hospital twice with health problems.

However, rare, perfect humility filled his lips when he described the ordeal.

"Affliction is allowed to come our way to allow us to grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ," he said. "The Lord has been good to me, and by this affliction, I've learned...We can overcome."

As the days pass, Young looks ahead with an unshakeable joy and a blessed assurance. He sees Heaven in the distance, welcoming him with open arms.

Until that day comes, he presses forward.

"On this journey, here in life, we haven't reached our goals yet, but God knows when He's finished with us," the faithful man says with his eyes fastened upward. "He's not finished."

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SUCCESS FROM PAGE 1 tional competition to local cross country and track meets.

"This gives me more experience with faster guys and him more experience with longer jumpers," Minor said. "It should give us a competitive edge."

Mickey Grass is excited to have the two young men on his cross country team. The coach hopes their knowledge and success on

rose, Young was in prayer and in his Bible.

Why did he do this? The answer is humbling.

"His main purpose in life was to be in the will of God," said Smith. "He has an overwhelming walk with God. He would do all this to minister to people."

Although pastoring at the local church has ended, Young's ultimate ministry has not.

Love was and still is his life's mission. It runs through his blood.

"Ministry...There's no retirement to it," Young said, smiling.

As the lifelong preacher nears 100, his selflessness, meekness and love writes a matchless story of faith that continues to unfold.

"I've been here since April, ministering, comforting and assuring believers in Christ," Young said, looking toward the senior center cafeteria. "In my life, I try to be His hands, His feet and His eyes and hear the cry of people."

The wisdom-filled man con-

the national level will boost the team on a local level.

"Their experience is something very few have had," he said. "It should help us a lot with leadership."

Grass believes Holbrook and Minor's speed and endurance will be vital assets to the team this season. The 2013 Milton Middle School Cross Country Team is one

the coach believes is destined for success.

"This is the first year the boys and girls team is together, and it's my goal to have the largest cross country team in the state," Grass said. "The disciplines you learn as a runner here, apply to so many areas of life."

The team's first meet is Aug. 31 at Cabell Midland.

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State Parks offer Upcoming Events Pipestem: Contact 304-466-1800 for more information on any of the following events at Pipestem: August 24, 2013 - Rick K and the Allnighters - Amphitheater Show One of the most exciting performers on the music scene today, native WVian, Rick K shares his enthusiasm and love of music with an ever-growing audience across the country. A distinctive vocal style and charismatic stage presence have earned Rick K and his band rave reviews at major fairs, casinos, and clubs. Rick K‘s grandmother, an accomplished gospel and jazz pianist, and his father, a drummer, paved the way for this rock ‘n‘ roll band‘s energized leader.

Show begins at 8:00 p.m. at the Pipestem Outdoor Amphitheater.

Advanced ticket sales: Adults: $8; Youth 6-12: $3; Children 5 and younger, free. Day of Show Ticket price: Adults: $10; Youth 6-12: $5; Children 5 and younger, free.

August 24, 2013 - Oldies Rock & Roll Weekend Car & Motorcycle Show The annual Car and Motorcycle show is 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and produced by A&R Productions.

The car and motorcycle show is open to the public to see the antiques, classics, customs and more. There is no charge to check out the rides. The car and motorcycle show is staged at the Pipestem Resort Administration Building area.

To enter a car or motorcycle the entry fee is $15 and dash plaques are awarded to the first 200 entries. The show is open to antiques, street rods, classics, customs, muscle cards, pro-street, trucks, motorcycles and special interest vehicles to the present. To pre-register an entry call 304-4253370.

August 31, 2013 - Adam Tucker - Amphitheater Show Adam D. Tucker presents a powerful show that thrills and captivates audiences everywhere. His

Tim McGraw tribute accurately recreates the music and mystique of country music icon Tim McGraw.

Show begins at 8:00 p.m. at the Pipestem Outdoor Amphitheater.

Advanced ticket sales: Adults: $8; Youth 6-12: $3; Children 5 and younger, free. Day of Show Ticket price: Adults: $10; Youth 6-12: $5; Children 5 and younger, free.

September 13-15, 2013 - Fun 3D Bow Shoot - Fall Rendezvous The West Virginia Bowhunters Association is hosting three days bow shooting fun. September 12 is 3-D Coon Shoot with registration at 8:00 p.m.; 28-target 3-D Bowhunters Course, novelty shoots and food concessions on Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Adult $12 per round, WVBA members $8 per round on Saturday/Sunday activities. For WV Bow Hunter Association / Fall Rendezvous information call Roger Collins 304-575-8994. There is no hunting on state parks. These activities are 3-D target or stationary target shooting events. An opportunity to learn about bow shooting.

Blennerhassett: Contact 304-420-4800 for more information on any of the following events at Blennerhassett: August 22, 2013 - Brunch with Margaret on Blennerhassett Island Enjoy a morning sternwheeler ride to Blennerhassett Island where Margaret Blennerhassett will greet you upon arrival. Experience a tour of her lovely mansion followed by a brunch and program at the island's picnic pavilion.

Margaret provides a glimpse into the 18th century frontier life she and Harman experienced while living on the island. Your ticket price includes admission to the Blennerhassett Museum (located in Parkersburg), the roundtrip boat ride to the island, the mansion tour, a horse-drawn wagon ride, a visit to Maple Shade (also on the island), brunch and

the pleasure of Margaret's company and program. Margaret is portrayed by actress, Debra Conner. This is a rain or shine event.

Reservations are required in advance. Reservations: 304-420-4800 August 24, 2013 - Island Frolic with Evening Meal Experience the island in the evening. This three hour adventure includes round-trip sternwheeler ride, and evening meal (call for menu), a guided tour of the Blennerhassett Mansion, a wagon ride, and bicycle use. The gift shop is open.

Reservations are required for this rain or shine evening event.

Bringing a flashlight along is recommended. Ticket holders will board the Island Belle sternwheeler at Civitan Park in Belpre, Ohio at 6:30 p.m. The return is at 9:30 p.m.

August 31 - September 1, 2013 Apple Butter Weekend on the Island The Stillwell 4-H group, dressed in colonial style attire, will be stirring apples into apple butter on Blennerhassett Island the same old-fashioned way our grandparents used to do—over an open fire in a copper kettle! You can observe the process of making this brown butter. The group will be offering their apple butter for sale.

September 6, 2013 - Dinner Cruise Come relax on board the Island Belle sternwheeler for a countrystyle dinner, and boat ride on the Ohio River. After cruising the river you will return to Point Park to attend the Point Park Music Series concert presented by Downtown PKB. Ticket prices includes sternwheeler cruise and dinner: Adult $25, Child (3012) $ 20. Advance reservations required.

Sternwheeler rides depart from Point Park. Cruise is from 6:00 7:30 p.m. Dinner Cruise is in coordination with the Point Park Music Series. Dinner menu listed on Cruise flier. Yum! Prickett’s Fort: August 24, 2013

Contact: 304-363-3030 for more information on any of the following events at Prickett’s Fort: Historic Arts Workshop: Introduction to Engraving with Doug Anderson Geared toward the beginning student, this class will teach you the basic tools that are needed, how to care for and sharpen tools, and the basic techniques of hand engraving. Students will have the opportunity to try their hand on brass practice plates which they can take home to continue to develop their skills.

Workshop is Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: Annex (Minimum 5, Maximum 10) Workshop fee: PFMF Members $125, Non-members $140 August 24-25, 2013 - Historic Arts Workshop - Wood Carving with Charlie Reese Students will learn basic wood carving techniques and proper tool maintenance and safety.

Some tools required.

Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday 1 to 4pm. Workshop conducted at the Visitor Center (Minimum 6, Maximum10) PFMF Members $110, Nonmembers $130 August 23-25, 2013 - Historic Arts Workshop - Introduction to Blacksmithing Learn basic blacksmithing skills and take home several small projects in this three day class. Known nationally for his knives and tomahawks Greg Bray will take the student thru many techniques which will be required to be able to take his October class Building an 18th century tomahawk .

Location: Blacksmith shop (Min 2 - Max 4) PFMF members $ 245 Non members $260 Cass Scenic Railroad: August 24, 2013 - Evening Dinner Train w/ Entertainment Evening dinner trains features musical entertainment, a train ride to Whittaker Station and a wonderful buffet-style meal. Dinner trains depart at 5:15p from the

Cass Depot. Come for an evening of music, food and great train trip fun. Special entertainment: Juanita Fireball, Bluegrass.

Tickets: Adult, $36: Youth (5-12), $26 Under 5 years, $16. Ticket price includes the train ride to Whittaker Station, dinner and live music entertainment; trip narration; an optional locomotive shop tour or Cass Showcase presentation; optional self-guided tour of Camp Whittaker a re-created logging camp at Whittaker Station.

Reservations are required for evening trains.

Reservations: 304-456-4300 Hawk’s Nest: August 23-25, 2013 - New River Hummingbird Festival Join master bander and hummingbird expert Bill Hilton Jr., and local gardening specialist Terri Johnson. Discover the Rubythroated Hummingbird’s feeding, nesting, migration, and behavior, and how to design a hummingbird habitat in your backyard, schoolyard or nature center! Hummingbird Banding, Native Plants, Butterflies, Birds of the Gorge, Songbird Banding, presentations and demonstrations - hands-on birding and gardening fun!

Overnight package costs: based on double occupancy, $425 ; single occupancy/attendee, $310.

Rates include room, express breakfast, two dinners, presentations and banding program, and all taxes and gratuities. Attending only (no lodging), $125 per person and includes two dinners, presentation and banding, and all taxes and gratuities. Reservations and registration are required.

Contact: 304-658-5212 Chief Logan: August 24-25, 2013 - Hunting & Fishing Expo Two days at the Chief Logan Conference Center, it's the Hunting and Fishing Expo – Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, 10:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Contact: 304-855-6100.

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Time For Ser vice ~ Area Church Services ~

All Saints Anglican Church All Saints Anglican Church now meets at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3043 Washington Boulevard, Huntington, WV at 2:30 in the afternoon. Fr. Mark Goldman, Priest-inCharge. www.allsaintsanglicanchurch.or g. Everyone welcome!

Barboursville First United Methodist Church - Corner of Main and Water Streets, Barboursville, WV. Phone 304-7366251.

Website www.gbgm-umc.org/bfumcwv/. Each Sunday: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday School (Nursery provided); 11:00 a.m. Worship Service. Rev. Judy Fisher, Pastor.

Trina Smith, Music Director, Becky Baldwin, Organist.

Barker Ridge United Baptist Church - Ona, WV, 25545. Pastor - Rev. Roger Smathers. Services – Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship 11 a.m.; Evening services Wednesday and Sunday 7 p.m.

Bethel Baptist Church - 1033 Shaw Ave., Milton, WV. David Taylor, Pastor. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Bible Study. Youth Service: Last Sunday of month, 7 p.m., Brook Lunsford & Dale Vickers, Youth Leaders.

Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church - Howell’s Mill Road, Ona. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship and Children’s Church 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship, Children's Church, and Youth Meeting 7 pm; Wednesday Prayer Meeting, Children's Church, and Youth Meeting 7 pm.

Pastor Paul R. Meadows., Phone 304-743-5854. Web site: beulahann.org.

Bias UBI Church - Dry Ridge Road, Milton, WV. Ronnie Brown, Pastor. Services – Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday evening service at 7 p.m.; Wednesday evening service at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Bowen Ridge Church - Green Valley Rd., Huntington, WV. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer Service 7 p.m.; Saturday Live Broadcast Service on 107.9 WEMM Radio 7 p.m.

Pastor Jesse Lacy. Home - 304522-1128; Church – 304-5294855.

Chestnut Grove Independent Baptist Church - Dry Ridge

Road, Milton. Sunday School 10 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday Worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday night Kids 4 Truth Program, 7 p.m.

Pastor, Mark Hesson. Phone 304-562-9448.

Church in the Valley - The Church in the Valley, located at 1173 James River Turnpike, Milton, has Sunday School at 10 a.m. Sunday morning worship begins at 11 a.m. (nursery provided). Sunday evening worship begins at 6 p.m. Children and Youth meet Sunday evening at 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study begins at 7 p.m. Ron Page, Interim Pastor. Church phone 304-7434500. Everyone is welcome.

Community Holiness Church Ohio River Road, Lesage, WV, 25537. Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Morning service 11:00 a.m.; Evening service 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday – 6 p.m.

Pastor: Hewlett Trogdon.

Community of Grace United Methodist Church - 225 28th Street (corner 3rd Ave. & 28th St.), Huntington, WV 25702.

Phone 304-525-3581. Pastor: Rev. Steven B. Hamrick; Associate Pastor: Rev. Keith Leap; Youth Director: Josh Webb.

Times of Services: Sunday Early Worship in Chapel 8:30 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship 9:15 – 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Worship – Sanctuary 10:00 a.m.; Sunday School 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.; Sunday Youth Meeting 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Studies 1:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. (with snack supper).

Cooper Independent Church Cooper Ridge Road, Milton, WV 25541. Pastor – Dale Henson.

Sunday morning – 10:00 a.m.; Sunday evening – 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday evening – 7:00 p.m.

“Come, worship with us” Everyone welcome.

Evergreen Hills Independent Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church - 435 Heavens Hill Drive (Rt 60 to Lee’s Creek Road) Culloden. Pastor, Doug Bragg.

Service Times: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday night Youth Fellowship 6 p.m.; Adult worship 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Youth & Adults 6:30 p.m. worship service. Church: 743-8447 or for Bus service. Pastor: 743-8055. Everyone welcome.

Gateway Christian Church Weekly Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m. Valley Park, Hurricane, WV. Adult & Children’s Ministry available. For more information

please call 304-727-8919 or visit www.gatewaychurch.net. Senior Minister: Dave Stauffer. LOVE GOD – LOVE PEOPLE – SERVE. Glad Tidings Assembly of God 121 Mill Road, Hurricane, WV 25526. Sunday Morning Adult & Children’s Services, 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Prayer Service, 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service, 7:00 p.m. Pastor: Rebekah Jarrell. Phone: (304) 5623074. Email: gtagwv@gmail.com www.gladtidingswv.org.

Good Hope Baptist Church Kilgore Creek Road, Milton.

Sunday School at 10 a.m.; Sunday night 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. Pastor: Chad Clark.

Greenbottom Missionary Baptist Church - 8110 Ohio River Road, Lesage, WV, 25537. Pastor David Blake. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Worship 7 p.m. Phone 304-416-1164 or 304-762-2651.

Hall's Chapel E.U.B. Independent Church - Hall's Chapel EUB Independent Church of 4166 Blue Sulphur Road, Ona, WV is having services on Sunday @ 10am and 6pm and on Thursdays @ 7pm. Millard Morrison, Pastor. Everyone welcome!

Highlawn Full Gospel Assembly Church - 2485 Fourth Avenue, Huntington, WV 25703. Sunday morning 10:00 a.m.; Sunday evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Lawrence Chapel Church - Left Fork of Barkers Ridge Road, Glenwood, WV. Sunday Morning Services 10 a.m.; Sunday Evening Services 7 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Services 7 p.m. Pastor – Mr. George Surgeon. Phone 304-762-2693.

Everyone welcome.

Lower Creek Methodist Church - Three miles out Newman’s Branch Road, Milton. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Morning worship 11 a.m.; Evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study and Youth Group 7:00 p.m. Pastor – Jeff Dailey. Everyone welcome.

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Stewart, Senior Pastor; Tracy Mills, Associate Pastor. Our Mission Statement: TO KNOW CHRIST AND TO MAKE HIM KNOWN. Sunday: 1st service 9:30 am - Contemporary - Nursery provided. Second service 11:00 am - Traditional - Nursery provided. Sunday evening 6:00 pm. Wednesday evening Bible Study 6:30 pm Nursery provided. Wednesday 7:30 pm -8:00 pm Milton Baptist Worship service on Website: miltonbaptistchurch.net.

Anyone can access many items at any time on this site. Children's programs: Sunday 5:30 pm AWANA; 6:00 Youth. email...mltnbapt@verizon.net

Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m., Wednesday Evening Prayer Service 7 p.m. Pastor: Larry Saunders. Everyone welcome.

Milton Church of Christ - 1702 2nd Street. 304-743-8045. Sunday services: Bible Study 9:45 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.; Evening service 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday – Bible Study 6 p.m.

Minister – Bud Lucas.

Spurlock Creek Baptist Church - Spurlock Creek Road. Sunday Morning 10 a.m. Evenings: Tuesday & Friday 7 p.m. Pastor – Harvey Langdon (304-5762643).

Milton United Methodist Church - Milton United Methodist Church, corner of Smith & Church Streets, Milton.

Sunday School for all ages at 9:45 a.m. Traditional Service with nursery provided - Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome to come and be blessed to serve others. Pastor: Rev. Lynn Cartwright. Church Phone: 304-743-6461.

Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church - Buff Creek Rd. Hurricane, WV. "Helping the hurt get out of the dirt". Service TimesSunday morning 10:00 am; Sunday eve. 6:00 pm; Wed. Eve Bible study 7:00 pm. Special meeting 4th Saturday each month at 7:00 pm. All area Churches welcome.

Heaven is obtainable, Hell is avoidable. We still preach The Book, The Blood and, The Blessed Hope. Pastor Ernie Spence – 304-617-2752.

Oak Hill UBI Church - 7243 Oak Hill Road, Lesage, WV, 25537.

Pastor: James Jefferson. Morning Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Church 11 a.m. Evening Services: Wednesday 7:00; Youth Services 7:00 p.m. (Youth & Junior Youth Director – Dave Reynolds); Sunday evening 7:00 p.m.

Milton Apostolic Church - Milton Apostolic Church, 1502 West Main St. Milton. Sunday school every Sunday at 10 a.m., Sunday evening service at 6 p.m. and Thursday Bible study at 7 p.m.

Olive Missionary Baptist Church - 6286 Little Seven Mile Road, Huntington. Sunday school 9:55 a.m.; Sunday morning worship service 10:55 a.m.; Sunday evening service 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday "Prayer Time and Bible Study" 7:00 p.m. AWANA Program 6:20 til 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday evening, classes for two years old up through the 6th grades. Teens will help with the younger children.

Gordon Rutherford, Pastor and Russ Browning, Assoc. Pastor/Youth Minister. PH: 304-736-6150.

Milton Baptist Church - Corner Church & Pike Street, Milton, WV 25541, 304-743-3461. Allen

Pleasant Valley Freewill Baptist - Fudges Creek Road, Ona, WV. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday

River Cities Community Church - Rt 60/Eastern Heights Sunday morning 9:30 a.m./ 11:15 a.m. Wednesday service at 7:00 p.m. Pastor Larry Greene.

Phone 304-736-8197.

Sousanah FWB Church Charley Creek Road, Culloden.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Night Service 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service 7:00 p.m.

Sunrise Temple Baptist Church - Prichard Road, Ona. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday morning worship 11 a.m.; Sunday evening service 6 p.m. Wednesday evening Bible Study at 7 p.m. Pastor Mark Finley and the congregation invite YOU to “Come, worship with us”. Everyone welcome.

26th St. Church of Christ - 101 26th Street, Huntington, WV. Sunday Bible Study: 9:45. Sunday Worship: 10:30 & 6:00.

Wednesday: 7:00. Minister: Alan Cole. (304) 522-0717.

Trace Fork Missionary Baptist Church - Rt 34, 10 miles south of Rt. 60 toward Hamlin, WV, on the right. Services are: Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m., Sunday Evening Service begins at 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Prayer and Worship Service also begins at 6 p.m.

Pastor: Richard Jobe. Phone 304-743-5514.

Union Baptist Church - 1295 James River Turnpike, Milton, WV, 25541, 304-743-0405. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Morning worship 11 am. (Nursery provided). Wednesday Bible Study and All Stars for Jesus 7:00 p.m.

Youth Mid-High School Sunday and Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Over 203 years of service, serving the Lord. Come worship with us, out back Milton. Pastor: Charles R. (Rick) Watson.

Zoar Missionary Baptist Church - 1955 Balls Gap Road, Milton, WV. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday Adult Bible Study 7 p.m.; Wednesday Zoar Baptist Youth for Christ (ZBY) 7 p.m. Phone 304-7434777.

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By Velma Kitchens PIONEER WOMEN My sister-in-law gave me a book several years ago entitled “Pioneer Women: The Lives of Women on the Frontier” by Linda Peavy and Ursula Smith. This book contains some wonderful reading about our ancestors and the women who made up the country which was unsettled in many places. I was reading one winter all the firsthand accounts of the women who followed their husbands out west to start the good life and was so engrossed in the fact that the entire family put all their belongins in a covered wagon and headed west to the great hope of finding fortune.

Some of these people just wanted an adventure, but I think the women got the rough end of the deal. Cooking on an open flame every day would make me turn back and go home to the civilization.

These women and men faced many dangers along the way and some did not make it. Some had to stay in places they had not intended as the oxen or the horses that pulled the wagon just up and died. Many left the east and all their family and friends to start a new life in the west.

One lady said she was so lonely while in Kansas she longed for the birds as there were no trees in the area she lived and therefore no birds. She had a husband and he had to be out working all day and she said if it wasn't for her baby boy and his little voice she did not know what she would have done. I thought that was very sweet.

Another lady had just gotten married and she and her husband were along for the adventure as they did not have a family yet and it was just the two of them. They had a great time and helped the other families.

I also learned that the Studebaker brothers started out by making the best covered wagons for the journey westward.

My uncle Charlie had a Studebaker car and that is a little history of the brothers and their endeavors. You may want to look up the Studebaker brothers and see what else they came up with.

I found a book at a yard sale on the history of Arizona and learned about the man who invented air conditioning. I had never heard his story before. You will also have to look him up as his story is very interesting also.

The women who travelled in these caravans were very resourceful and usually helped each other along the way.

On the prairie there was no wood for the fire so the women had to use buffalo chips to start the fires. One woman said isn't that just like the Lord to provide for them on the prairie. These people depended on the Lord and He did let them start a new life. The study of these people’s lives is very interesting for all you who like history.

FORGET FROM PAGE 1 "I feel very lucky...very blessed the Lord was with me," Ball said.

"I feel proud that I served."

After recovering from injuries sustained in combat, the soldier finished his duties and came back home to Milton where he worked at Blenko Glass and retired from Supervalu. Nearly two decades ago, the veteran helped build the

Milton VFW. Ball is a 19-year-member of the VFW and a 62-year-member of the American Legion.

Although memories of the war still flood his mind, American pride lives in him as he drives his 1966 Ford Mustang and spends time with fellow veterans he calls "brothers.”

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Updates on the way - The city cemetery will receive improvements and enhancements to better serve families of loved ones. Photo by Justin Waybright Under the proposal, once the city would acquire the unused lots, it can then offer them to families and help build up its finances to better maintain the grounds.

"Do you have to contact people, who have plots first?" asked councilmember Cecil Taylor.

"I will not do anything without their permission and the state of West Virginia's permission," Hancock answered.

She also plans to promote the cemetery lots and prices through local newspapers and media outlets.

Mayor Tom Canterbury seemed on board with the idea.

He believes the updates will help the cemetery be more profitable and self sufficient.

"We need to get it going, and I'd like to see it get updated for families of loved ones," Canter-

bury said. "That's the main thing - for the families."

The council unanimously approved Hancock's requests to proceed in purchasing software, markers and lot acquisition.

Money from the cemetery fund will fuel this effort.

For more information or to inquire about lots in Milton Cemetery, you may call Bonnie Hancock at 304-634-2363.

Burns named new president of Huntington Regional Chamber After a recent search by the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee to fill the position of president following Mark Bugher’s retirement this year, 2013 Chairman John Spoor has announced that Cathy Burns will assume the role beginning Sept. 3, 2013.

With over twenty years of experience in economic, community, and workforce development, Burns most recently served as the Workforce Development Recruiter for the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing where she developed and launched training workshops as well as spearheaded a NASA grant to train state teachers

in the benefit and use of composite materials used in the aerospace industry. Prior to this position, she served as Director of the Business Training Resource Center at Ohio University Southern and was the Executive Director of the Huntington, WVIronton, OH Empowerment Zone from 1999-2010. During this tenure, the Empowerment Zone was named the top performing EZ among 50 cities by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development.

As president, Burns will work closely with the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and will formulate and administer policies and programs relating to the Chamber.

Current President Mark Bugher will be assisting Burns with the transition of leadership for a few weeks once she begins her new position.

The Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit association of business and professional people working together to make the Cabell and Wayne County area a better place to live and do business. The Chamber actively promotes area member businesses, works on community and regional issues, and advocates for business on governmental and legislative issues. It is the mission of the Chamber to promote the development of a vibrant and prosperous business environment.

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NRP to present Huntington Chamber’s Ninth Annual Energy & Natural Resource Symposium on Nov. 12 Natural Resource Partners L.P. will present the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Ninth Annual Energy & Natural Resource Symposium on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the St. Mary’s Center for Education. The event is from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. with a reception sponsored by Cabell Huntington Hospital following until 6 p.m.

The featured speaker at this year’s event will be Robert M. “Mike” Duncan, president and CEO for the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity, a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the use of coal. In this role, he leads ACCCE’s efforts to keep coal at the forefront of energy policy in America and informs and educates for coal in Congress, statehouses and in

communities all across the country. Serving on the campaigns of five U.S. presidents and working with elected officials at every level and in all political parties, he has served as board member and chairman of the Tennessee Valley Authority; assistant director of the Office of Public Liaison in The White House; chairman of the American Crossroads 527 committee; and chairman of the Republican National Committee.

He has served in various roles with the U.S.-China High Level Political Party Leaders Dialogue, the President’s Commission on White House Fellowships and the Center for Rural Development.

Duncan is chairman and CEO of the Inez Deposit Bank in Eastern Kentucky and has served with the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, Cincinnati branch and the

Kentucky Bankers Association. A resident of Kentucky, he holds degrees from Cumberland College and the University of Kentucky College of Law. Additional speakers will be announced soon. This event is exclusive to Chamber members.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Sponsors include: Natural Resource Partners L.P.; Cabell Huntington Hospital, Appalachian Power, Community Trust Bank, Frontier Communications, Jenkins Fenstermaker PLLC, Marshall University, Mountwest Community & Technical College, and Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. Corporate tables of six are $200 or $50 per member. To register or for information on how your business can become a Chamber Member, call (304) 525-5131.

Humanities Council seeking Major Grant Proposals CHARLESTON –The West Virginia Humanities Council, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, serves West Virginia through grants and direct programs in the humanities. A variety of matching grants are offered by the Humanities Council year-round to nonprofit organizations in West Virginia that support educational programming. The Council announces its upcoming September 1 grant deadline for four grant categories: Major, Media, and Publication grants, awarded annually for projects requesting over $1,500 and up to $20,000, and Teacher Institute grants which are awarded annually for summer teaching seminars up to $25,000.

Major grants. This category supports public programs including, but not limited to, lectures, school projects, symposia, panel discussions, reading and discussion series, exhibits, reenactments, and conferences. Major grant proposals should request more than $1,500 and up to $20,000. Applicants should allow twelve weeks between the deadline and the start of the project.

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Marshall names Tracy Smith Director of Environmental Health and Safety HUNTINGTON, WV -Tracy Smith, a health and safety specialist at Marshall University for the past six years, has been named Director of Environmental Health and Safety at MU, Dr. Karen Kirtley, senior vice president for administration, announced today.

Smith assumed his position this summer.

“Tracy has done an excellent job as a health and safety specialist,” Kirtley said. “He has extensive training in that field. We are very pleased that a person with Tracy’s talents was already on board at Marshall, which made the decision to move him into the director’s position an easy one.”

Smith has worked on Marshall’s Huntington campus since 2007. He spent the previous 13 years at the medical school as a safety officer.

“It’s a great opportunity, I’m very excited to be in this position,” Smith said. “We have made a lot of progress over the past few years in environmental health and safety here on campus. I’m looking forward to continuing that success.”

Smith has a B.A. in management and accounting and an M.S. in safety and health from Marshall. He began his career as extra help at the medical school and later interned there as part of his master’s degree requirements.

Smith, who lives in Barboursville, and his family are fans of Marshall football and basketball. His mother, Judy Olson, is a longtime employee in the Center for Business and Economic Research at Marshall, and his stepfather, Dr. Lee Olson, has taught in Adult and Technical Education at MU since 1971.

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REV. RAYMOND DUNCAN ADKINS The Rev. Raymond Duncan Adkins, 75, of Ona, passed away August 5, 2013, at St. Mary's Medical Center. He was born March 8, 1938.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Anna Lueda Adkins; daughter, Susie Salsbury; sons, Jack and James Adkins; stepsons, Johnnie Browning, Tim Richards, Olen, James, Jeffrey and Scottie Rucker; and stepdaughter, Sonja Wagner.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday, August 8, at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by the Rev. Sam Morris. Burial was in Portersville Cemetery.

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GEORGE TIMOTHY BETTS George Timothy Betts, 52, of Huntington, widower of Nina Carte Betts, died July 26 at St. Mary's Medical Center.

Celebration of Life service was held Saturday, August 3 at Cox Landing United Methodist Church, Lesage. www.hensonmortuary.com.

CLYDE WESLEY "RED" BOWEN JR. Clyde Wesley "Red" Bowen Jr., 78, of Apple Grove, WV, died Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, WV. He was born January 3, 1935, in Mercers Bottom, WV, a son of the late Clyde Wesley Bowen Sr. and Bonnie Mae (Nowlin) Bowen.

Red was a member of Ashton Baptist Church, and Pipefitters Local No. 521 of Huntington, WV. He was a 1953 Hannan High School graduate, retired as a pipefitter from the Huntington Local, and was active in construction and real estate development.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by fatherin-law and mother-in-law, Bart

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He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Janette May (Long) Bowen of Apple Grove; son Wesley Bowen and fiancĂŠe Erin and her daughter, Hannah of Apple Grove; two daughters, Terri (John Jr.) Watterson, and Regina (Steve) DeWeese of Apple Grove; five grandchildren, a special granddaughter Alicia (David) Russell of Leon, Trey Watterson, Hannah Watterson, Alana Edwards, and Bowen DeWeese; two great grandchildren, Lauren and Levi Russell. Also surviving are one brother, Gary Bowen of Apple Grove; two sisters, Norma (Dudley) Wears of Apple Grove, and Jeanie Brown of Point Pleasant; special nephew, Mike Brown; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, August 2, 2013, at Beale United Methodist Church at Apple Grove with Max Spurlock officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Wilcoxen Funeral Home, Point Pleasant, was in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington, 3100 Staunton Road, Huntington, WV 25702.

Online condolences may be made at www.wilcoxenfuneralhome.com

Center.

He was born March 1, 1932, in Salt Rock, W.Va., a son of the late Walter and Eathel Cremeans Gue. He was a member of Salem United Baptist Church. He retired from the Cabell County Board of Education as a bus driver of 28 years.

A loving husband of 62 years to Hazel Irene Adkins Gue; a loving and devoted father of seven children, Anita (Roger) Wiley of Kentucky, Dona (Billy) Wiley, Timmy (Tena) Gue, Arita (Ralph) Morgan, Sheila (Dwayne) Riggle, Terry (Nancy) Gue and Andrea (Terry) Adkins, all of Branchland; and 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren who loved him and will miss him greatly.

He is also survived by two brothers, Homer Gue of Salt Rock, W.Va., and Willis Gue of Lesage, W.Va.; and special friends, Pat and Bill May of Elyria, Ohio. Special thanks to the nursing staff and doctors of St. Mary's Medical Intensive Care Unit for the wonderful care of our father.

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, August 3, 2013, at Salem United Baptist Church, by the Rev. Jody Thompson and Rev. Carlos Gibson. Burial was in Gordon Adkins Cemetery.

Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville, assisted the Gue family.

HURSTON GUE TRACY LYNN BURD Tracy Lynn Burd, 40, of Huntington, died July 28.

Services were held Friday, August 2 at Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville; burial at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.

FOREST LESTER FETTY Forest Lester Fetty, 65, of Milton, passed away August 2, 2013.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, August 6, 2013, at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Pastor Ron Page. Burial was in Fetty Family Cemetery, Kilgore Creek Road, Milton.

He was born January 9, 1948, in Milton, a son of Wilma Peyton Fetty of Milton and the late Irland Fetty.

He was a veteran of the US Army and served in the Vietnam War. Also surviving are his two sons, Forest D. Fetty of Milton and Brian L. Fetty of Ona; six sisters, Brenda Womack of Milton, Dorla Partlow of FL, Janet Yates and Barbara Crane, both of Milton, Gail Eggelton of Scott Depot and Reda Miller of South Point, OH, and one brother, Larry Fetty of Milton; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

HERMAN EUGENE "GENE" GUE Herman Eugene "Gene" Gue, 81, of Branchland, W.Va., went home to be with the Lord on July 31, 2013, at St. Mary's Medical

Hurston Gue, 85, of Branchland, WV, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2013.

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, August 3, 2013, at the Wallace Funeral Home and Chapel, Barboursville, by Rev. Lonnie Wilson and Rev. Jody Lucas. Burial was in Green Valley Cemetery.

He was retired from CSX and attended the Lincoln Church of God. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Aldridge Gue; brothers, Robert, Arvon and Raynor Gue; and his sister, Beatrice Duty.

He is survived by his children and their spouses, Herb and Sharon Lucas of Branchland, Marlene Gue and Trish and Roger Galloway, all of Salt Rock, and Drema and Gene Freeman of Ranger; sisters, Aldene Childers of Wayne and Nola Adkins, of Boston; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville, was in charge of arrangements.

JAMES LINZY HAGER James Linzy Hager, 70, of Hurricane, died Thursday, August 1, 2013, in Huntington.

Born August 9, 1942, in Boone County, he was a son of the late Jaybird and Jessie Hager. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Jan, and granddaughter, Abbey Pendleberry.

He was a graduate of Scott High School and attended Marshall University. He was employed by Union Carbide for 24 years and was retired from the West Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles with 18 years of service. He also was a member of Judson Baptist Church, Winfield.

James was a loyal supporter of Marshall University athletics. He was a friendly man who never met a stranger and always had a joke to share.

Survivors include his children, Scott and Stephanie Hager of Huntington, Cynthia "Honey" and Chris Pendleberry of Hurricane; six grandchildren, Morgan Hager, Lesly, Dustin, Jennifer, Elias and Laurel Pendleberry; his brother, Roger Hager and his wife, Margaret, of Danville; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Saturday, August 3, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with the Rev. Fred Sparks officiating. Burial was in Judson Baptist Church Cemetery, Winfield.

Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

The family would like to thank John Pinkerman for his lifelong friendship and to Eric Riley, his nurse, who took excellent care of James during his illness.

OPAL FRANCES FINLEY KIRTLEY Opal Frances Finley Kirtley, 86, of Milton went to her heavenly home Saturday, August 3, 2013.

She was born October 5, 1926, the daughter of the late George and Clara Manning Finley. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, William "Son" Kirtley; also, brothers, Ralph, Forrest "Buddy", and Kermit Finley; sisters, Kathleen Sargent and Violet Harshbarger; and son-in-law, Willard Jackson.

She was a member of Zoar Baptist Church for 72 years.

Opal graduated from Milton High School in 1946 and worked for Sylvania during World War II. She was a grand lady of many talents. A few were excellent seamstress, quilter, writer, and loved working in her garden.

Survivors include four daughters whom she loved dearly, Carolyn Jackson, Marilyn and Pat Clagg, Angela and Bob Napier all of Milton, Connie and Bill James of Culloden. She was a wonderful grandmother to Mary (Dwight)

Fisher, Patrick Clagg, Anne (Mark) Bias, Kim (LaDonna) Jackson, Matt and Megan James, Jeremy Chapman; great-grandchildren, Orin and Cheyenne Jackson, Ashley Moore, Eli James, Ian and Paige Bias, Mackenzie Chapman; and great-greatMadison granddaughter, Salmons.

Special thanks for all the loving care given by great-granddaughter Nicki (Channing) Salmons.

Also survivors include sister, Marietta Grass; brother, Carl Raymond Finley; sister-in-law, Dottie Finley; and a multitude of nieces and nephews and a loving church family.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, August 6, 2013, at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, W.Va., with Pastor Winford Curry officiating. Burial was in Forest Memorial Park, Milton.

Thank you to Hospice of Huntington. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to all the employees at Rose Terrace for their loving care of Mom, and as you heard many times "She finally got out of here."

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.

PAUL MICHAEL JOSEPH KLODOWSKI Paul Michael Joseph Klodowski, 58, of Charleston, S.C., husband of Linda Klodowski, died Aug. 2. McAlister-Smith West Ashley Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

WILLIAM G. "SPEEDY" MARTIN William G. "Speedy" Martin, 74, a lifelong resident of Buffalo, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at St. Mary's Medical Center following a long illness. He was a 1957 graduate of Buffalo High School and a Christian, attending several area churches over the years. He was a retired truck driver and a founding member of the Trojans Car Club.

Born September 30, 1938, he was the son of the late Cecil Martin and Wanda Myrtle Fisher Martin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Debbie Martin.

He is survived by his sons, Keith David Martin of Culloden, Gerald D. Martin of Milton and William C. Martin and Shawn A. Martin, both of Buffalo; sisters, Betty Rawlins of Point Pleasant,

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Speedy is also survived by his former wife, Virginia "Sis" Davis Martin.

Funeral services were held Monday, August 5, at Otter Branch Community Church, Buffalo, with Pastor Mike Tucker and Pastor Harry Adkins officiating.

Burial was in Walker Chapel Cemetery, Robertsburg.

Online condolences may be sent to the Martin family, and the online guestbook signed, by visiting www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo, was in charge of arrangements

JOHN THOMAS MEADOWS John Thomas Meadows, 77, known to most as "Tom," passed away July 27, 2013, at Hospice of Huntington after a short illness.

He was born March 27, 1936, in Marmet, the fourth son of the late Lawrence Otto and Clara Bright Meadows.

Tom earned his bachelor's degree from Amarillo Junior College in Amarillo, Texas. He also attended the University of Texas, ending up at the research lab at Port Aransas, Texas. He enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving four years. When his service was over he moved to Muncie, Ind. He worked for AT&T and then for the state of Indiana. He moved back to West Virginia and opened his own business, Marmet Communications.

Tom resided in Marmet and

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Dade City, Fla. He was preceded in death by his two eldest brothers, Louis Dale "Bob" Meadows and Edgar Forrest "Ed" Meadows, both of Marmet; his youngest brother, Carl Lee Meadows of St. Gabriel, La.; and a young sister, JoAnn. Tom is survived by his sister, Juanita Wise of Milton, and his brothers, Paul Meadows of Marmet and Bill Meadows of Saraland, Ala. A memorial service will be held in honor of Tom on Sunday, September 1, at 2 p.m. at Marmet Baptist Church, Marmet.

Please consider sending memorial contributions to Hospice of Huntington.

SHANE ALAN MEADOWS Shane Alan Meadows, 25, of Glenwood, W.Va., passed away Monday, July 29, 2013.

He was born June 22, 1988, in Cabell County, a son of Bruce Alan and Linda Lou Black Meadows.

He is also survived by one daughter, Angel Marie Meadows; one son, Joshua Haiden Meadows; two sisters, Regina Renee Adkins and her husband Timothy and Sarah Ann Meadows; two nieces, Miranda Dawn Mullins and Chasity Ann Grace Taylor; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Denver Austin Meadows, and his maternal grandmother, Sylvia Emogene Bryan.

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, August 3, 2013, at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, with Rev. Julia Bolling officiating.

Burial was in Chestnut Grove Cemetery.

HARVEY ROBERT MOUNT Harvey Robert Mount, 88, of Ona, W.Va., passed away on Friday, August 2, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House.

He was born April 8, 1925, in Cabell County, a son of the late George Tolbert Mount and Sarah Elizabeth Schelgel Mount. He is also preceded in death by his siblings, Harold, Bessie, Clara, Don, Henry, Okey, Callie, Velvia and Sylvia; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Corbett and Sylvia Kingery.

He is survived by his wife of 62 1/2 years, Norma Lee Kingery Mount; one daughter, Debbie Jimison (Greg); one son, Gary Mount (Dorothy); five grandchildren, Amber Hanna, Jerod Mount (Laura), Matthew Hanna (Kelly), Jacob Mount (Tara) and Jenna Mount; three step-grandchildren, Brandon Woody (Law), Dustin and Michael; five greatgrandchildren, Thor, Iris and Ayla Hanna, Walker and Wyatt Mount; one step-greatgrandchild, Maddie Woody; two special nieces, Rosalie Mount and Vonda Kingery; one sisterin-law, Louise Black (Verlion) and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Dr. Matthew Harris, Hospice House and very special nurses Bobby, Scott and Delta.

He was a member of Barker Ridge Church and he retired from Conner Steel with 27 1/2 years and was a member of the Local 37 Retirees Club.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, August 5, 2013, at Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville with Pastor Roger Smathers and John

The Cabell Standard Blake officiating. Burial was in Barker Ridge Cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.

DALE SOUTHARD ROBERTS Dale Southard Roberts, 55, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away July 25, 2013, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House.

He was born May 6, 1958, a son of the late Arthur and Ruth Roberts.

He is survived by one son, Chris Roberts, and grandson, Alden Roberts, both of Huntington; brother, Scot Roberts of Columbus, OH; sister, Mary Beth Frueh of Barboursville, W.Va.; Linda Roberts and Shannon Hawley of Georgia; an extended family including beloved nieces, nephews and cousins; lifelong friend, Danny Arthur of Huntington; and special friend and companion, Michelle Hill of Barboursville, W.Va. Memorial services were held August 3, 2013, at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, W.Va. The family asks that donations are made to the funeral home.

WINNIE HUGHES TRENT Winnie Hughes Trent, 81, of Glenwood, W.Va., died Saturday, Aug. 3, 2013, at her daughter's home.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2013, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with ministers Ernie Bowser and Alan Cole officiating. Burial was in White Chapel

Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.

Winnie was born Feb. 3, 1932, in Glenwood, W.Va., a daughter of the late Hibert and Ida Blake Wallace.

She was retired from SS Logan's Packing Company and was a member of the Glenwood Church of Christ.

Her husband, Manuel R. Trent, four brothers and five sisters, preceded her in death.

Survivors include two daughters, Donna Taylor of Ona and Veria Hicks of Oak Hill, W.Va.; four sons, Vernard Hughes (Anita) of Angola, Ind., Lawrence Hughes (Brenda) of Portland, Tenn., Charles Hughes (Donna) of Barboursville and Robert Brent Hughes (Shelley) of Glenwood; two sisters, Belva Oldaker of Glenwood and Alberta Watts of Lesage; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two stepdaughters, Mistie Bourcier of Ga., and Cherlye Koerbel of Penn.; one stepson, Gregory Trent of N.C.; numerous nieces and nephews; and a special sister-in-law, Mary Munyan of Glenwood.

Online condolences may be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com.

JESSIE IRENE WILLIAMSON Jessie Irene Williamson, 95, of Salt Rock, W.Va., wife of Elzie Williamson, died July 31 at Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral services were held Saturday, August 3 at Morris Funeral Home Chapel, Wayne; burial at Community Memorial Gardens, Wayne.

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By Justin Waybright justin@thecabellstandard.com

HURRICANE - In this economy, businesses come and go, but one has stood the test of time.

To remain is one thing. To thrive is another.

Sowers & Co., AC celebrated both.

The family-owned accounting firm has accomplished 30 years of success. It's a feat that owner Joe Sowers is proud to have achieved.

He credits much of this to the clients he serves.

In his office, the words: "Success, Service and Integrity" cover his wall. They are the backbone of Sowers & Co., AC. "It feels good to do the right thing all these years - you think about all the clients you were able to help - that's what we're here for - the people," he said.

"When they succeed, we succeed."

What separates the Sowers firm from others is its personal approach to businesses and individuals. From staffs of 3 to 300,

30th Anniversary - The team at Sowers & Co., AC is proud to serve clients and businesses in the area. Their passion, drive and personal approach has helped the accounting firm prosper. Photo by Justin Waybright no task is too small or too big for this accounting firm, Sowers said.

"We're honest with our clients - we partner with them and take an interest in helping them succeed," he said. "Our clients see that we really care about them and their business."

Alongside Sowers is his wife Mary. The number wiz has the ability, experience and education to help clients prosper financially. She has skills in helping them see ways of saving money on their bottom line that they may overlook.

"I do more than just financial statements - I give them financial advice," Mary said. "I help them fix problems and give them personalized service that they can't find at larger firms."

She specializes in Quickbooks, tax returns, financial statements,

payroll, bills and all the aspects to help businesses and individuals remain financially healthy.

The Sowers' son Matthew is following in his parents' footsteps. The WVU graduate took his accounting and management degree to add even more experience and skill to the family team.

Up front, Debbie Tucker is the glue that holds everything together. She handles bookkeeping, reception, customer service and the tasks to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

What drives the four co-workers success? The answer is simple.

"We're here to help people and streamline things for them so they can concentrate on what they do best," Sowers said. "You can help somebody make a difference."

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Their specialty is business.

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