The Putnam Standard

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

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New Confidence Elementary School Opens

Fat Patty's planning to open Labor Day

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

A plaque inside the front door of the new Confidence Elementary School Building recognizes those involved in its planning and construction. Photo

by Jack Bailey.

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

CONFIDENCE – Dozens of staff, students and community leaders turned out on Monday, Aug. 20, to officially open the new Confidence Elementary School.

Just a few days prior to the official start of school in Putnam County, a ceremony was held to cut the ribbon to open the new building that will house Confidence Elementary students now and into the future.

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TEAYS VALLEY – The new Teays Valley location of Fat Patty's is planning to open on Labor Day, Sept. 3.

Owner Clint Artrip said that he was excited to open the new Teays Valley location of his popular restaurant chain because Putnam County is a growing area and he sees a bright future here.

“A lot of people from Putnam County come to our Barboursville location,” Artrip said, “And they are always asking me when I was going to put a restaurant in Putnam County.”

The new Teays Valley Fat Patty's is located in the former

The new Teays Valley location of Fat Patty's is planning to open on Labor Day, Sept. 3. Photo by Jack Bailey.

Shoney's location, adjacent to Interstate 64.

Workers have spent the past few months remaking the former

Shoney's building into a green and white mecca for casual dining fair.

“We are known for our spe-

cialty burgers, but we feature a full menu,” Artrip said. “We have 18 different salads. Our salads are awesome. We have wraps, wings, and a full menu of appetizers.”

The specialty burgers run the gamut from the Pretzel Patty, a half-pound patty with American cheese served on a pretzel bun, to The Vampire Killer, which is a half-pound burger “with enough garlic to kill Dracula himself.”

Other popular burgers include the Big Fat Patty, a 12-ounce monster burger with all the fixings, The Born on the Bayou, a half-pound patty blackened with Cajun spices, sautéed onions and peppers and melted proSEE FAT PATTY’S ON PAGE 3

Hurricane defeats Winfield 44-7 for county bragging rights

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

HURRICANE – A large crowd turned out at Hurricane High School Friday night to watch the host Redskins defeat cross county rival Winfield by a final score of 44-7.

In the first game of the season for both teams, the Redskins started the scoring early as an errant punt snap by the Generals sailed out of the back of the end zone giving Hurricane a 2-point safety.

From there, Hurricane's high powered offense kicked into

Hurricane High's Koi Turner scores a touchdown against Winfield Friday night. Turner had a big night against the Generals hauling in 10 catches for 147 yards. Photo by Jack Bailey

gear. Junior quarterback Austin Hensley hit junior receiver Koi Turner for a touchdown on the Redskin's first possession to go up 9-0 following the extra point.

The Hensley to Turner combination proved an effective one throughout the evening as Turner finished the night with 10 catches for 147 yards.

Also in the first half, Hurricane junior Zach Fitzsimmons scored on an 8-yard touchdown catch. Hensley scored on a 1yard rush and senior Cory Hurd scored on a 2-yard run, as the SEE HURRICANE ON PAGE 16

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Page 2 –Tuesday,August 28,2012 Reunion The descendants of Samuel H. and Martha Mynes Ashworth will be having their 28th Annual Reunion on September 12th starting at 11 am at Valley Wave Pool Park, shelter #1. For more information, call 304-727-4449.

Dog Swim!

Where: Valley Park Wave Pool When: September 3rd, 2012 Time: 6:30pm Donations accepted for new Animal Shelter.

All-you-can-eat Italian Feast There will be an all-you-caneat Italian Feast on September 8th from 5-6 p.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. sponsored by New Hope Animal Rescue at the Greenhouse of Teays Valley. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance from the Paws and Shop Thrift Store or the Greenhouse of Teays Valley.

For more information call 304562-0300.

Coon Creek Reunion John Ginn Farm, September 1st, 12 p.m. Bring your favorite covered dish and join us!

Developmental Screening Putnam County Schools Developmental Screenings will be held on Friday, September 7, 2012 at the Teays Valley Presbyterian Church, Teays Valley Road. We will screen children ages 2-1/2 to 4 years for speech/language, hearing, vision, motor skills, social skills, self-help and cognition Please call 586-0500 ext 1154, to schedule an appointment.

Parking Lot Sale – Sept. 8th The annual Parking Lot Sale will be held Sept. 8, 2012 at Valley (Wave Pool) Park.

It’s that time of the year again to gather all the old clothes and unwanted items.

So, clear out your closets and bring your items to the parking lot sale held at the Wave Pool parking lot.

Call the Putnam County Parks and Recreation office at 562-0518

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ext. 10 and reserve a space for $15.00. Time is 8 – 2 p.m. (cancel if rain).

Putnam Farmers' Market to host Kids Day Celebration On Saturday September 8, 2012 the Putnam Farmers' Market will be hosting a Kids Day Celebration. Along with their usual variety of fresh local produce and goods for sale, there will be several Free activities, games and prizes for all ages of children. Inflatable jumping toys, an inflatable ball pit, face painting, cotton candy and carnival style games.

There will be a local specialty popcorn shop set up with several varieties of popcorn for sale and Sherry's Sweets will be there making their delicious ice cream. The Hurricane Fire Department will be bringing their SmokeHouse and the Putnam Farmers' Market will be having a children's version of "Chopped." (as seen on Food Network) The Putnam Farmers' Market it located at the Hurricane City Park. They are open from 3:30pm to 7:00pm on Tuesdays and 9:30am to 1:30pm on Saturdays.

Vendors sell a variety of items including seasonal produce, meats, jewelry, breads, jams/jellies, pottery, honey, flowers, other baked goods and much more. The Market is a wonderful way to buy local, support local farmers and purchase food that is safe for your family. Most of the vendors practice organic farming and several are approved with the Animal Welfare Approved program. You can visit the Putnam Farmers Markets Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/#!/p utnamfarmersmarket or website at http://putnamfarmersmarket.weebly.com/

Shifty Fifties Car Show A classic car show is coming to Valley Park in Hurricane, WV on September 16, 2012. Car enthusiasts are welcome to show off their automobiles by registering between 9:00a.m. and 1 p.m. The top 50 vehicles will receive an award. The first 100 cars entered into the judging will receive a dash plaque. There will be 12 specials including best of show.

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The Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau (PCCVB) co-sponsors the event with the Putnam County Parks and Recreation Commission (PCPRC). They have joined forces with Cliff Messer, a correspondent for the Golden Oldies Street Road Association, to help promote the car show. Mr. Messer has over 18 years of car show experience.

Awards for the car show will be presented at 4:00 p.m. and all proceeds from the event will go toward more PCCVB and PCPRC events. For more information please call 304-562-0518 ext. 10 or 304-562-0727 ext. 102.

Alumni Reunion Information - WHS To all former students, graduates, faculty and staff of Winfield High School: The annual Winfield High School Alumni Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 8th at the Winfield Middle School from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A light lunch will be available.

For more information, contact Barbara (Cottrell) Gross 304-5864346 or Kathleen (Riffle) Sowards 304-586-9463.

4-H Frozen Food Sale Do you know that you can get the best buys on frozen fruits, meat, vegetables, and appetizers while at the same time support the Putnam County 4-H program?

The Putnam County 4-H Leaders Association, in cooperation with Wilson’s Zero Foods, is now taking orders for the Fall “truckload” frozen food sale. Everything from chicken breasts to stir fry vegetables, or Belgian Waffles to blackberries is available at super prices. Even at the lowest prices around, the 4-H program still makes a profit which is used for camp scholarships for children, 4-H Leaders’ enrichment trainings, and other 4-H club program supplies.

The order forms for the bulk pack frozen foods are available at the WVU Extension Office located on the second floor of the Courthouse in Winfield or from any 4H club member of leader. Orders are being accepted through Friday, September 7, 2012. No payment is due until Wednesday, September 19, 2012, when you pick up your food order right off the truck in the Courthouse parking lot in Winfield. You will receive a “reminder” phone call. A check made payable to “Putnam County 4-H Leaders Association” for the amount of your order will be collected at the truck between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. when you pick up your order.

Please get a frozen food order form, fill it out, send the order to the 4-H office, stock your freezer for the busy Fall and Winter months ahead, and support the 4-H organization!

Twelve percent of the total sales go directly to support our local 4H program.

For more information, please call the WVU Extension 4-H Office at 304-586-0217.

Hamlin High School, Class of 1962 Reunion Friday, September 7, 3:30 pm Tour of Hamlin Middle School (formerly Hamlin High) and 4:15 pm, Tour of Lincoln High School.

(Optional)…

6-9 pm Lincoln County High Commons Area, general get-together; bring your own food/snacks and soft drinks. The last hour, music and singing will be provided by Lonnie Adkins and his Roadrunner Band.

Saturday, September 8, 1-4 pm there will be a luncheon and other activities at Tascali’s Decades Restaurant (open menu.). Tascali's is located on US Route 60, Barboursville, River Place Plaza.

Hunter Education Class Red House UBI Church is hosting a hunter education class which is being conducted by the WV DNR. This is for children at least 10 years of age and who want to get a hunting license.

New hunters are required to complete this course prior to getting a hunting license.

Class will be held on Saturday, September 8 from 9am to 5 pm and Sunday September 9 from 1 pm to 5:30 pm at the Red House UBI Church.

All participants must preregister with the WV DNR at 304-7590703.

Red House UBI Church is located 1 mile south of the Winfield Bridge on Route 62.

Chris Cozen to conduct workshop at Main Street Studio Mark your calendar now! Chris Cozen – Golden Artist will be conducting a workshop on Golden Acrylics, Fluid Acrylics, Mediums and Gels… etc on September 7th, 8th and 9th. This will be a handson workshop with demonstration and material education. A finished project is not the goal for this workshop, but rather an understanding of the paints and mediums Golden offers.

For more information, call Terry at the Studio - 304-9821522.

Beginning Digital Photography Class Putnam County Parks & Recreation Commission is hosting a photography class instructed by Laura Moul. Classes will be held in the Commons of Putnam County by the Wave Pool for three consecutive Tuesday’s Sept. 4th, 11th, & 18th, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

For more information or to register please contact Laura at 7438281 or call the Park office at 304-562-0518 ext. 10. You may also register on her link at www.lovehappinessphoto.com.

The Putnam Standard Table Rental available for Upcoming Sale The Nitro Senior Center is renting tables for our Indoor Yard Sale on September 8th. Rent a table for $10. Call 304-755-5502 for more info.

Margaret Denison Fall Nature Walks Farewell to Summer walk will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Kanawha State Forest.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with walks beginning at 9:00 a.m. (near swimming pool).

Wildflowers, Fungi, Birds, Pond/Aquatic Life, Trees and so much more!

Nature Photography – bring your own camera.

There will be an auto tour for limited ability walkers.

Cost: Adults - $5; Children - $2.

Barbecues & drinks will be for sale.

Need more information? Call 304-925-2771 or Forest Office a 304-558-3500.

Sponsored by: Kanawha State Forest; Assisted by: Mary Ingles Trailblazers, DNR, Handlan Chapter Brooks Bird Club, and Master Naturalists.

Putnam County History in Pictures The Putnam County Historical Society (Upper Vandalia Historical Society) founded in 1961 by Ivan Hunter and William D. Wintz, is pleased to announce that due to the overwhelming success (reprinted five times since January 2012) the publication of “We Love To Tell The Stories,” a pictorial history of the county, we will be publishing Volume II in the very near future.

If you have pictures that relate to the history of Putnam County that were not published in Volume I, please contact Pamela Pierce-Sims at 304-415-8359 or President Cheryl Wintz Withrow at 304-760-2121. We are looking for pictures that tell the stories of the people who made a difference in their life-time, families, events, businesses, churches, schools, and places of interest relating to the communities of Putnam County. The cost for Volume II will also be $15.

If you have not purchased Volume I and desire a copy, contact us. The books are still available in Hurricane at Beth’s Massage, Town Hall, CAMC Teays Valley Hospital Gift Shop. In Scott Depot at Kitchens Unlimited, Crede Lawn and Tractor, Teays Valley Hardware, and Shamblin Stone.

In Winfield at Kuhl’s Sporting Goods. In Buffalo at The Buffalo Diner. In Teays at WV Hobby at Liberty Square.

UVHS thanks the many people who contributed pictures never seen before for Volume I. We experienced what it means that “a picture is worth a thousand words.’ Thank you for helping to make this priceless gift available to Putnam County residents.

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FAT PATTY’S FROM PAGE 1 volone cheese; and the Luau Cow, a half-pound patty served Hawaiian style topped with grilled ham, provolone cheese and pineapple. Most burgers are priced at $6.99 and come with chips and a pickle.

Artrip said that he changes his Fat Patty's menu every four months to bring in new entrees and appetizers.

“We try to have something for everyone,” he said.

The restaurant will feature half price appetizers daily from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Some of the appetizers include nachos, a pound-of-wings, chicken strips, buffalo popcorn shrimp, cheese dippers, bacon cheddar fries, and for those who can't decide a Patty Sampler platter. Most appetizers are priced in the $4.99 to $6.95 range.

The restaurant has seating for

180 people, which Artrip called the perfect size for a restaurant of its type.

Fat Patty's only takes reservations for parties of 10 or more.

However, for larger parties, the new Teays Valley location does offer a special room for privacy.

The inside of the new Teays Valley location bears little resemblance to its days as a Shoney's.

The interior has been completely made over, and a large custom built bar takes up one wall. The bar will serve a wide variety of draft and bottle beer as well as wine and cocktails.

The building itself has also been expanded, adding a new enclosed patio seating area.

Throughout the restaurant are 17 large, flat screen TVs, where patrons will be able to watch football, or other events of the day.

Wall decorations were still

(From left) Fat Patty's Manager Yiorgie Alexandropoulos and owner Clint Artrip show off the custom built bar in the new Teays Valley location of the popular restaurant chain. Photo by Jack Bailey. going up last week, but Artrip said that he intends to feature both Marshall and WVU items in the restaurant, as well as decorahighlighting Putnam tions County's high schools.

The entrance to the restaurant has also been made over and now features a large waiting area in addition to an area displaying Fat Patty's merchandise for sale with its distinctive “Fat Patty's

Bite This!” logo. Shirts, hats and other items are all available for sale.

The first Fat Patty's opened in 2007 in Huntington. Other locations can be found in Barboursville and in Ashland, Ky. Approximately 70 people will work at the new Fat Patty's location in Teays Valley. Artrip said that he is still hiring to fill all positions. Anyone interested in applying should stop by the new location in person, he said.

Fat Patty's will be open seven days a week. Its hours will be 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday thru Saturday and noon to 1 a.m. on Sunday.

Fat Patty's will also offer take out service.

For more information, visit Fat Patty's online at www.fatpattysonline.com, or call the new Teays Valley location at (304) 7575000.

Real Estate Appraiser sentenced as part of Mortgage Fraud Scheme STAFF REPORT CHARLESTON – A former West Virginia licensed real estate appraiser was sentenced Tuesday, Aug. 21, to one year and six months in federal prison for his role in a multi-million dollar mortgage fraud scheme involving an upscale Putnam County subdivision.

Mark E. Greenlee, 50, of Charleston, previously pleaded guilty to charges of aiding and abetting wire fraud in September 2011.

Greenlee admitted that he prepared a false and fraudulent appraisal in 2006 in furtherance of a multi-million dollar mortgage fraud scheme perpetrated by Deborah L. Joyce and others, in the Stonegate subdivision in Hurricane.

Greenlee is the second real estate appraiser prosecuted as part of the Stonegate mortgage fraud investigation.

The court handed down the 18month prison sentence resulting in part from the defendant’s delayed cooperation in the investigation.

In November 2008, federal agents executed a search warrant on the homes of defendants Greenlee and Joyce.

Greenlee refused to cooperate at that time.

The federal investigation continued and agents gathered sufficient information to approach former real estate appraiser, James Thornton, 48, in October 2009.

When confronted, Thornton cooperated immediately which broke the investigation open against co-defendants Joyce, Greenlee and others.

It was not until an ongoing investigation conducted by federal agents that Greenlee entered into a plea agreement in June 2011.

As a result of his unwillingness to cooperate initially with federal authorities, Greenlee did not receive any relief for substantial assistance at sentencing.

Greenlee admitted that in August 2006, he prepared a residential real estate appraisal for a property known as 62 Stoneridge valuing the property at $645,000, essentially twice the then-current market value.

The defendant further admitted to purposefully concealing material information about some of the comparables he used to justify the inflated appraisal price.

To further the scheme, Greenlee admitted that he sent a copy of his appraisal, via email, across state lines to a mortgage broker in Utah, who ultimately provided the appraisal to a lender who funded

a loan.

In addition, Greenlee admitted that he subsequently altered his appraisal of the 62 Stoneridge property in light of an investigation conducted by the West Virginia Real Estate Appraiser and Licensing Certification Board of the appraisals he prepared for Joyce and others in the Stonegate subdivision.

In June, Thornton admitted that he also aided and abetted the wire fraud scheme perpetrated by Ms. Joyce and others by falsifying the appraisal price for a property known as 45 Spruce Ridge.

Specifically, Thornton admitted that, contrary to industry standards, he included a below-grade basement as “Gross Living Area” thereby allowing him to use comparables that were twice the square footage.

He also admitted that he sent a copy of the false and fraudulent appraisal, via email, across state lines to the Utah mortgage broker.

Deborah L. Joyce was sentenced in April 2011 to three years and 10 months in prison and five years of supervised release for her involvement in the Stonegate subdivision mortgage fraud scheme.

Joyce’s husband, Todd Joyce, 38, of Hurricane, was also sentenced in April 2011 to one year and six months in prison on mortgage

fraud and tax evasion charges.

James R. Thornton, 48, of Wilmington, N.C., was sentenced earlier this month to five years’ probation for his involvement in the scheme.

Thornton received a reduced sentence as a result of his early cooperation in the federal investigation.

Michael S. Hurd, 37, of Salt Lake City, Utah, was also sentenced earlier this month to two years and three months in federal prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and bank fraud in connection to his role in the mortgage fraud scheme.

Raymond Paul Morris, 51, of South Weber, Utah, previously

pleaded guilty in July to wire fraud and bank fraud for his involvement in the mortgage fraud scheme linked to the Putnam County subdivision properties.

Morris faces up to 30 years in prison and a $1 million fine when he is sentenced on Oct. 29, 2012

by United States District Judge Thomas E. Johnston.

The investigation was handled by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigative Division Assistant United States Attorney Thomas C. Ryan handled the prosecution.

The sentence was imposed by United States District Judge Thomas E. Johnston.

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK:

Banana Split Ice-Cream Cake Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup butter, melted, plus 1/4 cup butter 4 to 5 medium bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds 1-1/2 quarts strawberry ice cream, softened 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 cup evaporated milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (8-ounce) container nondairy whipped topping

Art by Natalie Larson

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup butter, melted, plus 1/4 cup butter 4 to 5 medium bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds 1-1/2 quarts strawberry ice cream, softened 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 cup evaporated milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (8-ounce) container nondairy whipped topping

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Putnam Woman sentenced to three years for Tax Evasion STAFF REPORT HUNTINGTON -- A Putnam County woman was sentenced Tuesday, Aug. 21, to three years and one month in federal prison for tax evasion.

Georgiana Ciavarello, 40, of Putnam County, previously pleaded guilty in May. Ciavarello, a former bookkeeper for Charleston-based Quail Ridge Construction Co. (QRC), admitted that she embezzled $759,124.67 from the company between September 2007 and November 2010.

At the time of the embezzlement, the defendant was responsible for drafting checks and making QRC bank account deposits and transfers and was au-

August Birthdays!

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thorized to use the company’s credit cards to make purchases.

Ciavarello admitted that during the embezzlement scheme, she unlawfully negotiated employee per diem checks for cash.

In addition to the embezzlement scheme, Ciavarello admitted that she failed to pay income tax of $216,855.52 for the years 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010.

After representatives of QRC addressed the Court, the judge imposed a sentence greater than the sentence called for by the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

The judge rejected Ciavarello’s explanations of why she stole the money and found that Ciavarello’s actions in carrying out the embezzlement scheme

betrayed the trust of her employers and co-workers.

The Court also ordered that Ciavarello pay restitution of $1,025,428.10, the total of the embezzled money, the unpaid tax, and $49,448 of Social Security benefits she improperly received.

The investigation was conducted by the Internal Revenue Service, the Social Security Administration’s Office of Inspector General, and the Charleston Police Department.

Assistant United States Attorney Hunter P. Smith Jr. handled the prosecution.

The sentence was imposed by United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers.

National Youth Soccer Tournament returning to Barboursville

By Jack Bailey

On August 5th Arnold and Mary Bailey celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary.

They were surprised by their daughter, son-in-law and grandson with a surprise party. It was held at the Route 34 Fire Department. A lot of friends and relatives were there.

Many thanks to our daughter Amanda Watson, Danny Watson, and Bailey Watson.

Thanks to all friends and relatives for the gifts and all the old stories.

Thank you Arnold and Mary Bailey

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BARBOURSVILLE –The U.S. Youth Soccer Region 1 Championships will be returning to Barboursville in 2015 and 2016, the West Virginia Soccer Association announced Monday, Aug. 13.

The tournament, part of the country’s largest and most prestigious national youth soccer tournament was previously held in Barboursville in 2009 and 2010.

“The Barboursville area is anxious to welcome the thousands of visitors associated with the U.S. Youth Soccer Region I Championships. With $14 million of economic impact estimated, our community will also benefit from this large and prestigious event,” said Barboursville Mayor PaulTurman. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to once again show our soccer families our bustling city and share our southern hospitality.”

The 2015 and 2016 U.S. Youth Soccer Region I Championships are estimated to provide more than $14 million per year in economic impact to the local area, according to the state soccer association.

Local restaurants, hotels, retail stores and others will benefit from the more than 5,000 players, coaches, teams and tournament officials, who also bring along their families to the six-day tournament. Visitors will book an estimated 31,000 room nights at area hotels. The top 272 boys and girls U.S.Youth Soccer teams in a multistate region will compete for the U.S. Youth Soccer Region I Championships, in Barboursville.

“We are excited to have the Region I Championships inWestVirginia for a second time and look forward to working with U.S.Youth Soccer and Region I,” said Len Rogers, president of West Virginia Soccer Association.“Each year, the nation’s top players look forward to another two years of incredible competition as the best teams in Region I earn their way from state championships to these regional championships.”

The U.S. Youth Soccer Region I Championships, which will feature top teams in the Under-12 through Under-19 age groups, begins with opening ceremonies held at Joan C. Edwards Stadium on the Marshall University cam-

pus. Preliminary games will be played at the Barboursville Soccer Complex and YMCA Kennedy Center.

“This tournament will be a wonderful opportunity for us to showcaseWestVirginia's true hospitality and friendly people, while welcoming thousands of eager soccer players, their families and fans to the Barboursville area,” said Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin. “Congratulations to all who worked on the proposal and secured this prominent tournament for the region.”

U.S. Youth Soccer State Cup champions and select runners-up from 15 state associations, including hostWestVirginia Soccer Association, will participate.

The other state associations represented are Connecticut, Delaware, Eastern NewYork, Eastern Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York West, Pennsylvania West, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Virginia. Regional winners of the Under-13 through Under-19 brackets earn a berth to the 2015 and 2016 U.S. Youth Soccer National Championships.

“I am thrilled to see this huge event coming back to West Virginia,” saidWestVirginia State Senator Robert Plymale. “I’m also honored to have been a part of the conduit to host the US Youth Soccer Region I Championships twice in eight years.”

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Putnam Farmers Market second in National Online Vote

Tuesday,August 28,2012 – Page 5

Velma’s View

By Velma Kitchens

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

HURRICANE – The Putnam Farmers Market is currently in second place in the country in an online contest sponsored by the American Farmland Trust to identify America's Favorite Farmers Markets.

As of Friday morning, Aug. 24, the Putnam Farmers Market was the second leading vote getter in the country in the small market category.

The Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks Farmers Market in Fayetteville, Arkansas, was first in the small market category.

The small market category is for markets with 15 or fewer vendors.

Voting in the 2012 America's Favorite Farmers Markets contest began June 22 and will continue until midnight eastern time on Sept. 3.

The goal of American Farm-

land Trust’s fourth annual America’s Favorite Farmers Markets contest is to highlight the role that farmers markets play in keeping family farmers on the land.

The summer long contest is a nationwide challenge to see which markets can rally the most votes from their customers.

At the end of the contest, four winning markets—one small, one medium, one mid-size, and one large—will receive the title of America’s Favorite Farmers Market for 2012.

The winning markets will be featured in the media and will be honored at local celebrations organized by American Farmland Trust.

For more information about the America’s Favorite Farmers Markets contest or to vote, visit www.votemyfarmersmarket.org.

Last year, the Putnam Farmers Market was recognized in the

America's Favorite Farmers Markets contest as the best in West Virginia, while finishing among the 20 top Farmers Markets in the country in the boutique category.

The Putnam Farmer's Market is open this season on Tuesdays and Saturdays through the month of October.

The Market hours this year are 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

For more information visit the Market's website at www.putnamfarmersmarket.weebly.com .

In addition to the website, the Putnam Farmers' Market also has a Facebook page that you can like to receive regular updates.

For more information, contact the Market by phone at (304) 300-8995 or by e-mail at Putnam_Farmers_Market@mail .com.

Putnam County Schools – Menu – August/September PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS – CHILD NUTRITION BREAKFAST/LUNCH MENU Wednesday, August 29: Pizza Bagel LUNCH: HAMBURGER ON A BUN, Romaine Lettuce, Tomato/Cheese, Quick Baked Potato, Carrots w/Dip, Watermelon Wedge, Milk Thursday, August 30: Cinnamon Toast, Oatmeal LUNCH: SPAGHETTI W/MEATSAUCE, Romaine Garden Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Fresh Apple, Wheat Roll, Milk Friday, August 31: Chicken & Biscuit LUNCH: BEEF SOFT TACO’S, Cheese/Lettuce/Tomato, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Monday, September 3: NO SCHOOL - LABOR DAY HOLIDAY

Tuesday, September 4: Mini Pancakes LUNCH: BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS, Mashed Potatoes, Honey Carrot Coins, Corn Muffin, Fresh Kiwi, Milk Wednesday, September 5: Scrambled Eggs, Canadian Bacon/Toast LUNCH: HOT DOG W/SAUCE, Cole Slaw, Potato Wedges, Strawberries & Bananas, Milk Thursday, September 6: MVP Breakfast, Yogurt LUNCH: PEPPERONI ROLL, Sugar Snap Peas, Romaine Garden Salad, Fresh Grapes, Frozen Fruit Shape Up, Milk Friday, September 7: Waffle Sticks w/Syrup LUNCH: PORK BBQ ON A BUN, Baked Beans, Broccoli & Cauliflower w/Dip, Warm Sliced Apples, Milk

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A Hobby I have a hobby, well, sort of. I collect autographed photos of famous people. My sister and I started this a long time ago as children. I think the very first picture we wrote for was Annie Oakley who was on TV. Yes, it was a long time ago.

Collecting autographed photos does not cost much, just a postage stamp. I remember writing my letter and waiting impatiently for the mail to come and get the picture. As a child it was so exciting, it still is exciting to know that someone would actually send a photo to you.

Until a few years ago I did not know that so many people have this hobby.

Years ago we would write to the only three studios ABC, NBC and CBS. We had to track down the address. Now, we can Google anything.

I have a postcard of Jack Lord and that is one of my favorites. I got Buck Owens' a few weeks before he passed away. I have an old one of him and his Buckaroos when they were on Hee Haw. Some of you may not remember Hee Haw. I have photos of some politicians but only the ones I like. (Ha-Ha).

Johnny Carson is also one of my favorites. Collecting photos is easy and doesn’t take up much time.

Several years ago my sister went to Myrtle Beach and she saw one of the munchkins who played on the Wizard of Oz. She got his autograph. I never cared for the Wizard of Oz. I didn’t like those flying monkeys. They scared me to death as a child. I have taken a poll and some others were afraid of the monkeys also. Some people laugh at me but I don’t’ care.

I have a picture of Loretta Lynn also. I have been to Butcher Hollow and it is a trip worth taking. Van Lear Kentucky is not that far. We met her brother Herman Webb and he took us on a tour of her old homeplace.

But that is another story.

The new so-called famous people I don’t even know these days, so I will stick with the oldies.

(Editor’s Note: We hope that you enjoy Velma’s View and ask that you drop us a line and let us know what YOU would like Velma to write about. You may email suggestions/comments to trudyblack@theputnamstandard.com or mail them to PO Box 186, Culloden,WV 25510).

Beginning Digital Photography Class Putnam County Parks & Recreation Commission is hosting a Photography Class instructed by Laura Moul. Classes will be held in the Commons of Putnam County by the Wave Pool for three consecutive Tuesday’s Sept. 4th, 11th, & 18th, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

For more information or to register please contact Laura at 7438281 or call the Park Office at 304-562-0518 ext. 10. You may also register on her link at www.lovehappinessphoto.com.

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Some Books just read better Outdoors

David Payne Sr.

Column by David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

The issue is, no matter how much I enjoy fishing, hunting and being outdoors in general, I have an incredibly short attention span. I can't just sit with a fishing pole in my hand – a major reason I flyfish so much – my mind wants to race. It doesn't want to stop.

So reading helps that, I sup-

pose.

It's nice to sit down under a tree somewhere, pull a familiar book from a jacket pocket and start reading. It's not quite as simple as just grabbing a book on your way out the door, some books seem out-of-place for reading while fishing – for example, books about space aliens and whatnot just don't feel right when read next to a waterfall.

When I was a teenager, I learned there are some books that just read better outdoors.

I was a very active Boy Scout in a very active troop. We camped once a month throughout the year, then I worked for six weeks each summer at Boy Scout camp – at the old Dilly's Mills in Pocahontas County and Camp Roland in Bland, Va. I did spend several hours a day probably reading in a lawn chair in front of my tent. I was reading a lot of Louis L'amour at the time.

As I grew older and started a family, I started reading the same things outdoors over and over

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For a long time, I read Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway is always good outdoors reading, especially the “Nick Adams Stories.”

His granddaughter, Lorian Hemmingway is an incredible writer as well. Her fishing memoir, “Walk on Water” is one of best things I've ever read and for a while, it was a book I took outdoors. I've read it at least three times.

For a while, I carried Erskine Caldwell. About 12 years ago, I found an old book that I've carried with me on many trips since.

First time I took it out – I went to the Plymouth Amherst WMA near Bancroft. I remember it well, because I sat down about two feet from a yellow jacket's nest to read it. When you sit down next to a yellow jacket's nest, it's not something you forget easily.

It's the kind of book that just seems to read best outside. It's a first edition – I didn't realize it was a first edition (1907) until just now – of Robert Service “The

Spell of the Yukon & Other Verses.”

Service never called what he wrote poetry and he never tried to impress anybody with how good it was.

He said he wanted to write “something the sweet old lady would paste in her album, something the schoolboy would spout and the fellow in the pub would quote... I belonged to the simple folks whom I liked to please.”

You wouldn't think about schoolboys spouting poetry necessarily, but I can remember one of his poems “The Cremation of Sam McGee” recited entirely from memory – and it's a really long poem – every year at the campfire of soil-conservation camp in Cedar Lakes when I was a kid.

So, as far as poetry goes, it reads pretty easily. Simple words with power.

That's the kind of thing that reads well on a streambank and since so much of it is about the frigid Alaska wilderness – it reads

especially well on a hot day.

According to the store sticker in the front of the book, it was originally purchased at Smythe's bookstore in Columbus, Ohio. At the front of the book is written in pencil “Robert Michael Schwartz, from his twin hub. Dec. 28th, 1913.”

I don't know what a “twin hub.” is, maybe a brother-in-law? I haven't a clue. On a blank page in the back is written in pencil what appears to be a "note to self" from Mr. Robert Michael Schwartz – "209 Aberdeen Ave,” it says, “Dayton ---- write Uncle Charlie Post Card. He wants you to come to Dayton next Saturday and Sunday.”

I don’t know if Mr. Robert Michael Schwartz got much enjoyment from this book, but I sure have. I do hope he stopped by to visit poor Uncle Charlie in Dayton.

Contact David Payne Sr. at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com.

Outdoors Roundup Early Canada Goose Season starts Sept. 1 West Virginia's waterfowl season begins Sept. 1 with the opening of the early Canada goose season, which ends Sept. 15.

Shooting hours are one-half hour before sunrise until sunset. All other general waterfowl hunting regulations apply to the September season. Hunters must possess a federal waterfowl stamp and a free Migratory Bird Harvest Information Program (HIP) registration card in addition to their regular hunting license. The HIP card is available free from DNR offices and all hunting license agents.

Recently harvested crop fields or mowed hayfields in the vicinity of a lake or river are obvious choices, but less typical habitats should not be overlooked by hunters, said DNR official Curtis Taylor.

“Just about any place that has a little water and some open ground, such as a small pond on a reclaimed strip mine, can harbor a flock of geese. These out-ofthe way places become more important later in the season after the obvious places get some hunting pressure.”

Federal waterfowl stamps may be purchased with a credit card by calling 1-800-782-6724.

Hunters who harvest a banded

bird may call 1-800-327-2263 to report the bird and find out when and where it was banded.

Banded birds also may be reported online at www.reportband.gov.

Improvements in store for Bear Rocks Lakes WMA Ten thousand dollars? That's a lot of brownies.

Williams Energy Corporation recently donated $10,000 for improvements to Bear Rocks Lake Wildlife Management Area in Ohio County through Cabela's Community Campfire Fund, a charity which helps outdoor recreation in the upper Ohio Valley.

The fund's money comes from private donations, bake sales, yard sales and other activities at Cabela's in Wheeling. The store has “adopted” the Bear Rocks WMA, store officials said. Store staff has been clearing brush, building benches and getting the area ready for larger projects to follow. Savage Construction in Wheeling is supplying equipment, engineering and labor for earth moving for a new fishing pier and creating better access to the lake.

Got deer?

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is looking for a few good mounted bucks.

The West Virginia Wildlife Fed-

eration, the DNR and Toyota are hoping to borrow some trophy white-tailed bucks that were legally taken in West Virginia with either bow or gun and have a Pope & Young or Boone and Crockett score of 150 or greater for a special display.

The deer will be displayed at the West Virginia Big Buck Display at West Virginia’s Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day, in September at Stonewall Resort State Park near Weston in Lewis County. Toyota has been the primary sponsor of the West Virginia Big Buck Display at National Hunting and Fishing Days for the past five years.

Interested hunters who have qualifying head or antler mounts should contact Gene Thorn at (304) 924-0245 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. for additional information or a registration form.

Additional information and registration forms may also be found on the West Virginia Big Buck Display webpage at: www.wvdnr.gov/hunting/wvbigbucks.shtm.

Participation will be limited to the first 30 qualifying trophy entries received. As an incentive for participation, hunters who display their trophy deer at the twoday event will be entered into an exclusive drawing for several valuable prizes.

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Hurricane native joinsWVU Baseball Coaching Staff MORGANTOWN – Former Hurricane High School baseball standout Daniel Carte has joined the coaching staff of the West Virginia University Mountaineer baseball team.

He will assist with the hitters and outfielders.

Carte spent the 2011 season as a volunteer assistant at Radford, where he served as the outfield coach. The outfield finished the season with a .992 fielding percentage, recording 14 outfield assists with just three errors. Carte also assisted with the hitters and saw three players drafted in the 2012 MLB Draft, the most in school history.

Carte began his coaching career in the summer of 2011 with Falmouth of the Cape Cod League. The Commodores advanced to the league championship series after finishing fourth in the Western Division

during the regular season.

The 52nd overall pick in the 2005 MLB First-Year Player Draft by the Colorado Rockies, Carte played five seasons in the Rockies organization and one season of independent baseball. He finished his professional career with a .272 batting average, 115 doubles, 61 home runs and 316 RBIs. Carte had a decorated collegiate career at Winthrop from 2003-05, capping off his career by leading the Eagles to the 2005 Big South Tournament title and earning MVP honors in the process. For his efforts in 2005, Carte was a Baseball America second team All-American after earning Baseball America first team freshman All-America honors in 2003. The 2003 Big South Rookie of the Year was a three-time first team All-Big South Selection, and ranks top-

five in career home runs (42) and total bases (432) at Winthrop.

During his time at Winthrop, Carte played summer ball in the prestigious Cape Cod League where he was the league MVP and Baseball America National Summer Player of the Year in 2004. Carte was named the sixth-best Cape Cod League player of the decade (2000-09).

Prior to his collegiate career, Carte was a standout athlete at Hurricane High, earning AllAmerica honors in 2001 and 2002.

He was the 2002 West Virginia Gatorade Player of the Year and holds the West Virginia state record for career home runs (51).

Carte earned a bachelor’s degree in sport management from Winthrop in 2012. He is married to the former Mallory O’Dell.

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WeeklyDevotional

By Mary Jane

“Rollin’ on the River” Thought for the week: Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband. Ephesians 5:33 (KJV) While recently on a riverboat cruise, I met a most interesting couple. They were celebrating their forty fourth wedding anniversary by taking the dinner cruise.

On a warm, sunshiny day with the wind blowing in our faces, we stood on the boat’s upper deck and watched the river rolling by. We talked about where we were from, and about our children and grandchildren and mentioned people we might know from each other’s areas.

As we enjoyed the idle chitchat, I could see from the way they looked at each other the love and respect they held for one another.

Looking up .at the white billowing clouds and down at the green rolling river, I thought about how the constant movement of these two things is much like life itself, ever changing.

How does a marriage survive many years, with different opinions, daily changes of thoughts and feelings? With true love for one another, it not only endures but flourishes.

Being a widow myself, I gave my advice to always cherish and enjoy time together. Too quickly the time passes, just like the rollin’ river moves onward.

Tell your mate you love him or her, and make a memory by doing something special every day. Each of you will have the feeling of love everlasting, not easily forgotten.

Prayer: Thank you God, for your plan of marriage. Help us to keep our marriage vows with reverence to you and to each other. Amen

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Nippon Thermostat announces Plans to expand Putnam Operations

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

FRAZIERS BOTTOM – Nippon Thermostat of America announced plans on Tuesday, Aug. 21, to invest $4 million to expand its operations in the Putnam Business Park, creating an additional 30 jobs.

West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin joined with county officials and company representatives in making the expansion announcement.

"Over 10 years ago, Nippon Thermostat chose to open its first North American facility in West Virginia, and I'm honored that they chose to stay and grow here in the Mountain State. This $4 million expansion will more than double the current work force and create tremendous opportunities for the people of Putnam County," Tomblin said.

The Nippon Thermostat plant was the first company to open in the Putnam Business Park in 2005 and Gary Walton, executive director of the Putnam Development Authority said that the company has been

Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin (center) joins with employees of Nippon Thermostat and county officials in a ceremonial groundbreaking on Tuesday, Aug. 21, to celebrate the company’s announcement that it would expand its operations in the Putnam Business Park and add an additional 30 jobs. Photo by Jack Bailey. a good corporate citizen.

"Nippon Thermostat has been an active member of the local business community for many years now," Walton said.

"We are pleased that they have chosen to grow with us and create more jobs in West Virginia."

Walton served as the master of ceremonies for the announcement of the company's expansion plans. Following the

official announcement, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the expansion project.

Work on the expansion is expected to be completed by March 2013.

County Commissioner Joe Haynes said that the expansion announcement, coupled with other recent groundbreakings in the county, show that it is an exciting time to live and do

Following the expansion announcement, Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin joined all of the current employees of Nippon Thermostat for a photo. Photo by Jack Bailey.

business in Putnam County.

“There are few things that give a county commissioner more pleasure than breaking ground,” Haynes said. “And I will get to do it three times this month,” he added referring to the recent groundbreaking for the expansion of Valley Park, and this week's groundbreaking ceremony for a new Putnam County Animal Shelter.

U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller, who has been active in recruiting Japanese businesses to West Virginia, did not attend the expansion announcement, but issued a statement praising Nippon Thermostat's decision.

"I am so honored by my association with Nippon Thermostat over the years, and I am absolutely thrilled they are expanding their operations in Putnam County," said Rockefeller. "When we convinced Nippon Thermostat to come to West Virginia, we promised them a dedicated work force, a great business climate and a gracious community. We've clearly delivered. This is a great day for Putnam County, and our entire state."

The announcement of the expansion of Nippon Thermostat is the third announcement made by a Japanese company since a trade mission Tomblin

led to Japan earlier this year.

The Putnam County Development Authority was among the group's participating in the trade mission.

A total of $34.9 million in investments have been made in West Virginia by Japanese companies since the trade mission.

Nippon Thermostat of America supplies engine thermostats for automotive manufacturers including Honda and Toyota.

The parent company Nippon Thermostat Company holds the largest share of Japan's thermostat market.

The West Virginia facility marked the company's first plant in the United States. Currently, Nippon Thermostat operates a 26,000-square-foot manufacturing facility and a 5,000-square-foot office management facility in the Putnam County Business Park.

The new $4 million investment will add 30 jobs and 26,000 square feet to the plant.

"The expansion of our facility is the result of the successful growth of our business here," said Nippon Thermostat General Manager Akira Mori. "We would like to thank state and local officials in West Virginia for their many years of support and assistance. We look forward to the continued success of our relationship for many more years to come."

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CONFIDENCE FROM PAGE 1 The brand new facility is located on W.Va. 34 about threeand-a-half miles past the former school building that it replaces.

The former school building was built in the 1940s and featured a number of portable classrooms.

“We had more kids in portables than in the main building,” said Confidence Elementary Principal Colleen Huston. “This is going to be a real change. The kids will love it.”

The new Confidence Elementary School building was made possible by Putnam County voters who passed a school bond in August 2009. Construction of the new Confidence Elementary School building as well as construction of a new Buffalo High School building was two of many projects around the county funded by the $56.7 million bond issue. The bond was the first to be passed by county voters since 1976.

“We are so thankful to the people of this county for believing in us and making this possible,” Huston said. “We will not let you down.”

Confidence Elementary School Principal Colleen Huston (center with scissors) prepares to cut the ribbon to officially open the new Confidence Elementary School building during a ceremony on Monday, Aug. 20. Photo by Jack Bailey.

The front of the new Confidence Elementary School building, which opened to students for the first time last week. Photo by Jack Bailey.

The new 38,000-square-foot Confidence Elementary School features a computer lab, library/media center, large cafeteria and a separate gymnasium.

The school also features new expanded bathroom facilities.

“The kids are going to love the new bathrooms,” Huston said.

Approximately 186 students attend Confidence Elementary School in Kindergarten through fifth grades.

Huston said that she and her

nam County Board of Education held its regular meeting in the new library at the school.

Board members voted to award an $8,546,000 million bid to Hayslett Construction to renovate Winfield Elementary School and build an 11-classroom addition. The construction is being funded by a combination of state School Building Authority money and local funds.

The board also voted to terminate the employment of Malinda

staff had been working hard to get the new school ready for the school year that began Thursday, Aug. 23. Much of the furniture for the new building had only arrived on Monday, hours before the ribbon cutting ceremony to open the building to the public.

Still, Huston said Monday that the school would be ready for the first day on Thursday.

Following the ribbon cutting ceremony and a tour of the new Confidence Elementary, the Put-

Waugh for willful neglect of duty.

Waugh was a school bus driver.

No reason was given for the termination.

The next meeting of the Putnam County Board of Education will be on Tuesday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. at the new Buffalo High School. Prior to the Board Meeting at 6 p.m. there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Buffalo High School. The public is invited to attend.

Putnam County now has Truancy Officer in the past three years,” Stowers said. “With the help that Ms.Wood will provide that should continue to fall.”

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD – As students return to school for a new year, Putnam County now has a school-based truancy officer to ensure that they continue to attend classes.

Putnam County Circuit Court Judge Phillip Stowers made the announcement of the new truancy officer on Tuesday, Aug. 21, and introduced the new officer, Beth Wood.

Wood, a native of Point Pleasant and a Marshall University graduate, has worked in juvenile probation for the past seven years, including the past two in Putnam County.

In her new role, Wood will work with students and their parents to ensure that they continue to attend school.

The new position was made possible by an agreement earlier this year between the Putnam County Board of Education and the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals. Wood will be an employee of the court, but funding for the position was provided by the Board of Education.

“We want kids to stay in school and get a great education,” said Stowers, who created a truancy diversion program in Putnam County in 2009 called “Truancy Triage.”

In the five years before 2009,

Wood started in her new job on Tuesday and was in place on Thursday, the first day of school in Putnam County.

LOCAL DIRECTORY Putnam Circuit Court Judge Phillip Stowers introduces Beth Wood as the county's new school-based truancy officer. Photo by Jack Bailey. there was an average of almost 380 new truancy cases each year referred to the Department of Health and Human Resources. Since implementing the program, that number has dropped by more than 60 percent.

The Putnam County diversion program brings truancy cases immediately before Magistrate Linda Hunt before they are referred to the DHHR. A student is considered truant if they have five unexcused absences.

Previously, the cases were referred to the DHHR and then to court. Under the new program, if a juvenile does not comply with the diversion program in magistrate court, a petition is filed moving the case to circuit court, where Stowers holds a hearing within 10 days.

Wood will work with students and their parents to make sure that the diversion plans are followed.

Wood said that while students are on a diversion plan they must attend school, remain drug free and have no discipline problems at school.

Wood said that she will monitor students placed in the diversion program to make sure they are attending school.

“You (the student) will be in school,” she said. “If you're not in school, I will be at their home to find out why they aren't in school.”

Stowers said that having Wood in place will help the county to continue to lower its truancy numbers.

“We have cut truancy 60 percent

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The Putnam Standard LONNIE DAREL CAMPBELL HELEN MARIE CARTER DORIS JEAN CUNNINGHAM JOAN LEIDY DAVIS TRACE MICHAEL GIBBS PHILLIP S. JOHNSON VELLA MAE KITTS RAYMOND E. MARTIN JR. EDWARD A. MEES DAVID C. PARKS HELEN HOPE PEAL DINAH LOUISE PLANT HARRY ALEX RACZOK BILLY E. REID SR. REBECCA ANN ROMERO JULIAN "RED" SHAFFER EVERETT O. "BUTCH" SHRADER JR. BONNIE LOU STRAIGHT RAYMOND MITCHELL TABOR PHYLLIS FRANCES TERRY JON VINEYARD

LONNIE DAREL CAMPBELL Lonnie Darel Campbell, 76, of Culloden, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday, August 23, 2012, at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Rev. O.F. Adkins. Burial followed in Culloden Cemetery.

He was born January 7, 1936, in Hurricane, W.Va., a son of the late Clayton Campbell and Emma Jane Garrett Campbell. He was also preceded in death by his sisters Hazel, Bonnie and Faye; and brothers Harold, Ronnie and Carlton.

He was a member of Culloden United Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife Rosie Mae Thornton Campbell; one daughter and son-in-law Connie and Dewain Bledsoe of Culloden; two sons and daughters-in-law, Darel and Terry Campbell of Culloden, and Lee and Brenda Campbell of Hurricane; six grandchildren, Stacey, Brent, Nikki, Justin, Brandon and Brooke; and three great-grandchildren, Gracie, Brandie and Maddy.

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

HELEN MARIE CARTER Helen Marie Carter, 84, of Scott Depot passed away August 18, 2012, after a long illness.

She was a loving mother, and grandmother and a lifelong resident of Kanawha County.

Helen was preceded in the death by her loving husband, John "Junior" Carter.

Survivors include her children, Ron Carter and wife, Jeannie, of Sissonville, Rick Carter and wife, Doris, of Jarrell, Texas, Pastor Randy Carter and wife, Peggy, of Nitro, Robin Hammack and husband, John, of Scott Depot, with whom she made her home, and Tiny Carter and wife, Lena, of South Charleston; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; and three step-great-great-

grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, 2012, at Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home with service provided by her son, Pastor Randy Carter. Burial followed in John Beane Cemetery, Sissonville.

The family wishes to express sincere thanks to Doretta, Diane and staff of Hubbard Hospice House West.

The family suggests donations are made in Helen's memory to Hubbard Hospice House West at Thomas Memorial Hospital, 4605 MacCorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309.

The family will accept memorial online condolences at: cpjfuneralhome.com.

Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home assisted the Carter family.

DORIS JEAN CUNNINGHAM Doris Jean Cunningham of St. Albans passed on to her heavenly home on August 19, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Blanche O'Brien; her husband, Paul Cunningham; sister, Virginia Lee Walker; brother, Eddie O'Brien; and son-in-law, Ned Schroeder.

She is survived by her daughters, Patsy Brown (David) of Chesterfield, Va., Linda Cunningham of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Judy Cunningham of Nitro; grandsons, Eric Brown of Alexandria Va., Travis Brown of Chesterfield, Va., and Brian Schroeder of Pittsburgh, Pa.; sister, Dorma Castano of Tucson, Ariz.; and brother, George O'Brien (Judy) of Hurricane; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Doris recently retired as treasurer/manager of Members Choice WV Federal Credit Union with 42 years of service. Doris was also very active at both the local and state credit union level.

In 1975, she was elected to the board of directors to the Kanawha Valley Chapter of Credit Unions and served for many years as the chapter's president.

In 1990, she was elected by the Kanawha Valley Chapter to serve as their representative on the board of the WV Credit Union League, a position she held until earlier this year. During the 22 years, she served at the state level, she was elected and served as chairman two years, then was elected and served as treasurer for the past 14 years. In 1992, Doris received the William Bryan Hawkins Award, which is the League's highest award recognizing outstanding service as a volunteer. She also served as a Board Member of WV Central Credit Union and WV Corporate Credit Union, both located in Parkersburg, Doris also was a member of Highlawn Baptist Church in St. Albans.

Services were held Wednesday, August 22, at Highlawn Baptist

Church with the Rev. Mark Stauffer officiating. Entombment followed at Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.curryfuneralhome.org.

Doris requested that donations are made to Highlawn Baptist Church, 2304 Jefferson Ave., St. Albans, WV 25177. Or, donations may be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25387.

JOAN LEIDY DAVIS Joan Leidy Davis, 81, of St. Albans, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012, at Dunbar Care and Rehabilitation.

Born August 17, 1930, in Frankfort, Ky., Joan was the daughter of the late Charles Porter and Vivian Steele Leidy.

She was a 1948 graduate of her beloved Charleston High School and a 1952 graduate of McMillian School of Nursing in Charleston.

She retired as a registered nurse with 42 years of service from Thomas Memorial Hospital and McMillian Hospital. She worked in the OB newborn nursery at Thomas Memorial Hospital, where she had the pleasure of seeing her grandson born. She was the band nurse, traveling with the St. Albans High School band. She was a member of Highlawn Presbyterian Church, St Albans; a Cincinnati Reds and Pete Rose fan; and loved the Mountaineers and Pittsburgh Steelers.

She is survived by her husband, Donald M. Davis; daughter, Jana Donel (Jerry) Dawson of Poca; son, Charles Preston (Martha) Davis of High Ridge, Mo.; brother, Charles Leidy of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and one grandchild, Nicholas Andrew Dawson of Charleston.

Funeral services were held Monday, August 20, at BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Nancy Didway officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

You may share memories or condolences with the family at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.

The family would like to thank the staff at Dunbar Care and Rehabilitation and especially Shannon Sheets, RN, and Jesse Jackson, CNA, for their loving care and devotion to Joan, as well as Lisa Daughtry and Barbara Jackson.

TRACE MICHAEL GIBBS Trace Michael Gibbs went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 13, 2012, as he slept peacefully in bed.

His bright smile captured the hearts of everyone he met since he was born on March 6, 2012.

He is survived by his loving mother, Amanda Stone Gibbs, and adoring brother, Derek Todd Gibbs. He is also dearly loved by

Tuesday,August 28,2012 – Page 11 his grandparents, Mike and Tina Stone of Foster; great-grandmothers, Edna Stone of Uneeda and Mary Hastings of Dry Branch; aunt, Janna, and uncle, Jason Petry, of St. Albans; uncle, James Stone of Florida; greataunt, Barbara Stone of Madison; great-aunt and uncle, Toni and Joe Boyd of Paint Creek; and cousins, Richard and Janet Shepard of Dry Branch and Ryan Joe Boyd of Morgantown.

Services were held Thursday, August 16, at Handley Funeral Home, Danville, with Richard F. Shepherd officiating. Burial followed in Danville Memorial Park, Danville.

You may express your condolences to the family at www.handleyfh.com.

PHILLIP S. JOHNSON Phillip S. Johnson, 61, of Lick Creek Road, Hurricane, entered into his eternal rest on Saturday, August 18, 2012, at home surrounded by his family and loved ones after a long battle with colon cancer.

He had a long career in mine electrical sales and controls automation and was employed by State Electric, McJunkin, Wesco and most recently Advanced Controls & Distribution in Elkview. He was well respected in his field and truly loved his work.

He was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with family and friends fishing and hunting at the family camp in Durbin on the Greenbrier River.

He was preceded in death by his father, William W. Johnson; and his grandparents, Everette and Ada McCallister and Hugh and Alta Johnson; and stepgrandmother, Rosetta Johnson.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Rosi (Sumner) Johnson; his mother, Fay Johnson; two daughters, Christy (Chris) Matuszkiewicz and Tammie

Johnson; two sisters, Karen Racer (David Chaney) and Pam (Richard) Harper; one grandchild, Alex Matuszkiewicz, all of Hurricane; as well as a large and loving extended family of precious in-laws, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

The family would like to thank Dr. Bir and the staff of HIMG in Huntington for their constant supportive care and to Dr. Clinton Sloan, Indian Fork and Fairview Primitive Baptist Churches, Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and Jim McGhee for their spiritual and emotional care during the time we needed you most.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Elder Lewis Johnson, Elder Harold Johnson and Jim McGhee officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery in Hurricane.

The family suggests a donation to Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, Rt. 3, Box 98, Hurricane, WV 25526.

Please visit allenfuneralhomewv.com to share memories and condolences.

VELLA MAE KITTS Vella Mae Kitts of Hurricane, formerly of North Matewan, departed this life on Saturday, August 18, 2012.

The daughter of the late Sylvanus and Rosa Mae Norris, Vella was born in Ashland, N.C., on February 20, 1926.

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Page 12 –Tuesday,August 28,2012 (Sara); and her granddaughters, Megan (Ricky) Cremeans, Alexandra Kitts and Jessica (Jared) Branham, but her two great-granddaughters Anneka and Jaryn, put a special sparkle in her eyes. Her first great-grandson, Nathaniel, is expected in September.

She spent much of her early life in Majestic, Ky., after her father moved his family there in search of employment during the Great Depression. A young man from Bluefield came to Majestic with his family for the same reason. Vella and Oren met and grew up together in the little eastern Kentucky coal town.

After graduation from Phelps High School and with the onset of World War II, Vella went to work in Columbus, Ohio, and Oren went off to war in Europe.

With the end of the war, both came home to resume their interrupted romance. Married on January 31, 1947, in Pikeville, Ky., they soon moved to North Matewan, where they made their home and raised their boys.

Vella was a wonderful homemaker and a frugal wife, always seeming to come up with the funds for Oren's favorite time of year, miner's vacation. A 1965 trip to New York City to visit the World's Fair was one of their many adventures.

The sudden death of Oren in 1974 changed her world, but Vella's strong faith and her love for her family sustained her. Vella was a devout member of the Matewan Missionary Baptist Church, where she was baptized in 1951. She touched countless lives as a teacher and leader in the church and through her other community activities such as Woman's Club, PTA and scouting.

Vella was a resident of Broadmore Senior Living in Hurricane since 2010, where she loved and was loved by the staff and the many friends she made there.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, at Matewan Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Matney presiding with assistance from Pastor Carl Butler. Interment followed at the Mountain View Memory Gardens at Maher.

Contributions to the Matewan Missionary Baptist Church are suggested.

Arrangements were under the direction of Chambers Funeral Home in Matewan.

RAYMOND E. MARTIN JR. Raymond E. Martin Jr., 50, of Pliny passed away on Friday, August 17, 2012, at Thomas Memorial Hospital from complications related to pneumonia and generalized infections causing multisystem organ failure.

Born December 17, 1961, in South Charleston, he was the son of Dixie White Martin of Pliny and the late Raymond E. Martin Sr., whom he dearly loved. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter and Glenva Martin and Eban and Edna White.

In addition to his mother, surviving are his children, Jason and Samantha Martin of Milton, and their children, Brianna, Alec and Cooper; Walter and Courtney Martin of Leon, and their children, McKinzey, Zachery and Nattlie; Rebecca Martin and Nick Luikart of Buffalo and their children, Savannah, Trenton and Ryan; and Matthew and Brittany Martin of Barboursville. Also surviving are his sisters, Vicky and Mike Rader of Pliny and their children, Elijah and Jessica, Joni Martin of Pliny; mother of his children, Kathy Martin; aunts and uncles, Janet and Rick Fisher, Delena Howery, Delores Russell, Clayton and Rita White, Darlin and Keith Thornton, Doug and Pat White, Rich and Brenda White, June and Dave Hesson, Nicky White, Ralph and Violet White; as well as many cousins.

Services were held Tuesday, August 21, 2012, at Mount Union United Methodist Church, Pliny, with Pastor Rick Waller and the Rev. Mike Tucker officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

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

Memorial contributions may be made to the church cemetery fund, in care of Lester Fellure, 10492 Jerry's Run Road, Apple Grove, WV 25502.

Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, was in charge of arrangements.

EDWARD A. MEES Edward A. Mees, 77, of Fraziers Bottom died on Friday, August 17, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lowell Mees and Zelpha Chapman Mees Fields; his brother, Robert Mees; and his

wife, Carolyn Mees.

Surviving are his daughter, Daisy McGowan of Cleveland, Tenn., and her children, Deborah Blevins, Matthew McGowan, Jonathan and Andrew Minter.

The family would like to offer a special thank you to Kledith and Geraldine Chapman and many neighbors and friends for their compassion and help.

Graveside services were held Sunday, August 19, 2012, at Mount Olive Church Cemetery, Milton, with the Rev. Don Reynolds officiating.

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

Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, was in charge of arrangements.

DAVID C. PARKS David C. Parks, 78, of St. Albans, died at Hubbard Hospice House, after a brief illness, on August 16, 2012.

Born July 13, 1934, in Chesapeake, David was the son of the late Opal Barnett and William Parks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Elizabeth Simasek Parks; an infant child; brother, Douglas Cooper; sister, Joanne Kirk; and son-in-law, Mark Ballengee.

David served his country for 23 years in the United States Air Force as a medical technician and veterinary technician and retired as technical sergeant. He received two Commendation Medals. He also retired as a captain with the Kanawha County Sheriff's Department, where he was respectfully known as "Doc." During his 21 years as a deputy, he implemented the Home Confinement Program in the state of West Virginia and also assisted other departments in doing the same. Doc was the past president of the WV Air Force Sergeant's Association. He belonged to the FOP, Scottish Rites, Charleston, Washington Masonic Lodge, No. 58 AF&AM, St. Albans, and the Beni Kedem Shrine, Charleston.

David was a faithful member and usher at St. Francis Church and had coached the church girl’s softball team to championships.

He is survived by his children, Lisa (Ellis) Reed of Orlando, Fla., Melinda (David) Husk of Beverly, Ohio, Teresa Ballengee of St. Albans, Patricia (Tim) Breslend of Jacksonville, Fla., David (Heather) Parks of South Charleston and Craig (Julie) Parks of Ravenswood. David is also survived by his grandchildren, Jeff and Ellisa Reed, David (Katie), Andrew and Philip Husk, Timothy Bradley and Jessica Ballengee, Bryan (Melissa), Patrick and Aaron Breslend, Kristen and Katherine Parks, Justin Ingram and Jeremey and Joy Parks; his great-grandchildren, Devin and Abigail Breslend; his siblings, Wanda Adkins and Brenda Cooper; and a vast extended family.

The Putnam Standard The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday, August 20, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, St. Albans, with the Rev. Father Patrick M. McDonough officiating. Burial, with honors, provided by the United States Air Force and the Kanawha County Sheriff's Department, followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Donations may be given to St. Francis of Assisi Church, Fund for the Needy, 1023 Sixth Ave., St. Albans, WV 25177; or Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Kennawa Drive, Charleston, WV 25311.

Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, assisted the Parks family.

HELEN HOPE PEAL Helen Hope Peal, 68, of Pliny, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012, at her home.

Born March 7, 1944, in Pliny, she was a daughter of the late Clay and Thelma Dunn Frazier.

Hope was a master gardener, having received her certification through West Virginia University, and she loved working with nature. She was an avid cook, had a passion for antiques and greatly loved her family, her friends and her pets.

Surviving are her husband, Wayne; her children, David Wayne and Christine Peal and their children, Colin Taylor and Caitlin Olivia Peal, all of Pliny, and Heather and Michael Hall and their children, Michaela and Shayla Hall, all of Hurricane; and her sisters, Martha Ann Martin of Pliny, Elizabeth Skolnick of Maryland and Tammy Henry of Newton Grove, N.C. Services were held Monday, August 20, at Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, with the Rev. Mike Hall and the Rev. Barrett Jordan officiating. Burial followed in Mount Union United Methodist Church Cemetery, Pliny.

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

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387.

DINAH LOUISE PLANT Mrs. Dinah Louise Plant, 65, of Scott Depot, died Aug. 16, 2012.

She was a self-employed printer.

She is survived by a daughter, Tammy Hill of Scott Depot, and two sons, Jason Gonzales of Scott Depot and Wade Rose of Cross Lanes.

Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, assisted the family.

HARRY ALEX RACZOK Harry Alex Raczok, 70, of Buffalo, W.Va., passed away Sunday, August 19, 2012, at Pleasant Valley Nursing and Rehab Center in Point Pleasant, W.Va., following a long illness. He devoted his life to education, and impacted countless lives working as a teacher.

Harry was a graduate of Marshall University, with a B.A. in Biology, and Master's degrees in Biology and Education. During his professional career, he taught in public schools in Kentucky, West Virginia, Arizona, Maryland, and South Carolina. He also served as Assistant Professor of Biology at Marshall University.

Harry was a member of the Buffalo Baptist Church, as well as the Chi Beta Phi, Phi Delta Kappa, Kappa Delta Pi honor societies, and was listed in Who's Who Among America's Teachers in 1996 and 1998. He was greatly loved and appreciated and will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched.

Born November 18, 1941, he was the son of the late William Raczok and Sophie Fedus Raczok Towers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers.

Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Barbara Neal Raczok; a daughter, Jennifer Raczok (Joe) Bailey of Stafford, Va.; a brother, Ronald Raczok of Saginaw, MI; grandchildren, Jonathan Bailey and Erin Bailey.

Funeral services were held Friday, August 24, 2012, at Raynes Funeral Home Eleanor Chapel, Eleanor, WV with Pastor Clifford Curry officiating. Burial followed in White Chapel Cemetery, Barboursville, W.Va. Online condolences may be sent to the Raczok family and the online guestbook signed by visiting www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

BILLY E. REID SR. Billy E. Reid Sr., 88, of St. Albans, went to be with Jesus on August 20, 2012.

He was a Christian and a member of Gateway Christian Church, St. Albans. He formerly worked for Heck's Warehouse of Nitro.

Billy was a World War II veteran.

He loved woodworking.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; second wife, Rose; and son, Robert.

Billy is survived by sons, Dale (Regina) Reid of St. Albans and Billy E. Reid Jr. of Ohio; grandchildren, Sarah and her fiancé, Russell, and Lisa and her fiance, Thomas, both of St. Albans, Jason Reid and Scotty Reid, both of Nitro, and Rhona of Nevada; and four great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Billy's life was held Thursday, August 23, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Jeff Ranson officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Online condolences, flowers or gifts may be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com.

REBECCA ANN ROMERO "BECKY" Rebecca Ann Romero, "Becky," was called to be with the Lord on the morning of August 18, 2012.

She was in St. Mary's intensive care unit, where her family com-

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The Putnam Standard forted her with scripture and prayers. Her favorite music filled the air as she left us to be with God. Becky's life was a reflection of her caring love for God, the innocent, the poor and unfortunate.

Becky Romero, daughter of Gaylord and Lucille Allen, was born July 11, 1946, in Parkersburg. Becky was a spirit-filled Christian, serving her community and the world in many ways throughout her life.

Rebecca attended high school at Woodrow Wilson in Beckley and graduated summa cum laude from Morris Harvey College School of Nursing in Charleston.

Becky became a missionary, with sponsorship from the Catholic Medical Mission Board, and founded the first regional medical facility in El Progreso, Guatemala. Returning home to West Virginia, Becky worked as an RN at St. Francis Hospital (where she met her husband) and CAMC Memorial.

Becky married widower Dr. Erdulfo Romero Sr. in the winter of 1974 and adopted his six children. She was blessed with two boys of her own, raising eight kids with her Christian and mission values. Becky was a true spokeswoman for children, the born and unborn.

She was the head lobbyist speaking on behalf of the Pro Life movement. Becky co-founded the West Virginia Right to Life organization and became the vice president. Additionally, Becky attended the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C., for many years and gave many speaking engagements advocating life.

Becky was an active parishioner and Eucharistic minister at Ascension Catholic Church (too modest to sing in the choir; she had an angelic voice). She was a proud member of the West Virginia Republican Women. Becky worked hospice care, comforting the dying. She had a big heart, always donating food and clothing to the less fortunate. Into her home she welcomed those in need. Becky enriched many lives with random acts of kindness.

Rebecca lost her life to a longterm illness. Becky is survived by her loving husband, Dr. Erdulfo Romero Sr., and her children, Mrs. Joy Tillman, Dr. Tony Romero, Mrs. Marie Wise, Arnel Romero, Albert Romero, Mrs. Michelle Flood, Daniel Romero and David Romero; eight grandchildren; and her siblings, Mary Allen, Cathy Martin, Amy Ricketts and Bob Allen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Jim Allen, and Betsy Keely.

Becky's funeral service was held Saturday, August 25 at Ascension Catholic Church, Hurricane.

Her family requests that you please send donations to the following organizations: Wounded Warrior Project at www.wound-

edwarriorproject.org or Christ Kitchen, 304-722-4284.

JULIAN "RED" SHAFFER Julian "Red" Shaffer, 78, of Yawkey passed away on Saturday, August 18, 2012, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Jenny McClure Shaffer; sister, Mabel; brother-in-law, Scott; and brothers, Byron, Harold and Edward Shaffer.

Julian is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lyndel; daughter, Monica Summers and husband, Aric, of St. Albans; son, Kevin Shaffer of Yawkey; former daughter-inlaw, Susan of Winfield; granddaughters, Leslee Shaffer of Winfield, and Lynsey Hargraves and husband, Joe, of Ona; greatgrandsons, Dylan and Reed Hargraves; sister, Shirley Hill of Julian; and brother, James Estil Shaffer of Michigan.

He served in the U.S. Navy for four years during the Korean Conflict, followed by an additional four years in the U.S. Naval Reserve. Julian belonged to the Teamsters Union No. 175, Griffithsville Masonic Lodge, No. 71, and Beni Kedem Shrine, Charleston. He also attended Beech Grove Baptist Church.

He was a 31-year resident of St. Albans, where he ran a personal care home with his wife. He loved music and playing the piano and guitar.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Mark Sheridan, Dr. Faredoon Misaghi, Penny Adkins, RN, and special friends, Paul Lett, George Atek and Richard and Dottie Hill.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with the Rev. Kenny Sams officiating and special music by Dottie Hill.

Burial with Masonic graveside rites and military graveside rites followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family atwww.curryfuneralhome.org.

EVERETT O. "BUTCH" SHRADER JR. Everett O. "Butch" Shrader Jr., 67, of Scott Depot, passed away August 19, 2012, at CAMC Teays Valley, with his family by his side.

He was born March 31, 1945, and was the son of Everett O. and Drema Harless Shrader. Butch was the former owner/operator of Darnold Air Conditioning Service.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Shrader; children, LeeAnn Shrader and William Everette Shrader; his loving grandson, William Matthew Shrader, whom he raised; and grandchildren, Nikki, Justin and Sierra.

Butch was a strong-willed and brave man who will be greatly missed.

A celebration of Butch's life was held Thursday, August 23, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Cheryl Wintz Withrow officiating.

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

BONNIE LOU STRAIGHT Bonnie Lou Straight, of Hurricane, died Tuesday, August 21, peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. Bonnie was born in Lincoln County on January 25, 1938. Bonnie married Berton T. Straight on June 14, 1957. She was baptized in March 1972 at the Church of Christ in Hurricane. She influenced her whole family and friends with her generous, cheerful spirit as a Christian wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother all of the days of her life. She visited the sick and sat with the elderly on many occasions. She made beautiful quilts, wonderful potato salad, biscuits, cornbread and her special peanut butter fudge.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Sibyl Johnson of Midkiff; five brothers; and two sisters.

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Bert of Hurricane, and their four children, Teresa Myers and her husband, Cris, of Virginia, Tina Straight of Hurricane, Sherri Monington and her husband, Dean, of Hurricane and Ted Straight of Hurricane. Bert and Bonnie have eight grandchildren, Cristopher Isaac Myers, Sarah Myers Truslow and Rebekah Myers Russell, all of Virginia, Rachel Straight Given, Philip Ellis and Keri Ellis Pauley, all of Hurricane, Hannah Ellis Ikner of Cross Lanes and Hayden Straight of Ohio. Her greatgrandchildren are Ryder and Teaghan Myers, Casey and Dakota West, Jonah Truslow, Lindsey and Jacob Ellis, Charlie Collins, Gibson Pauley and Nathan Ikner. She is also survived by a brother, O'Dell Johnson of Florida, and her sisters, Sue Bragg and Linda Fields of Charleston.

Funeral services were held Friday at Allen Funeral Home. Interment followed in Valley View Cemetery, Hurricane.

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RAYMOND MITCHELL TABOR Mr. Raymond Mitchell Tabor, 91, of Poca went home to be with the Lord on August 19, 2012, in the Hubbard Hospice House.

Mr. Tabor is a member of the Hometown Senior Citizens, retired from the Department of Highways as District 1 superintendent with 10 years of service, was a member of the Raymond City Community Church, was a Navy veteran of World War II, was a businessman, sportsman, coach, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his wife, Jo; children, Raymond M. Tabor Jr. of Ashland, Ky., Ronald D. Tabor of Teays Valley and John I. Tabor of Charleston; stepchildren, Barney Wayne Sigman of Milton and Nancy Darlene Adkins of Barboursville; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by a host of other family and friends.

The family would like to say a special thank you to all the hospice staff for the care given to Ray. A tribute to the life of Mr. Raymond Tabor was held Wednesday, August 22, 2012, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Linden Reed officiating. Entombment followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens.

The family suggests donations are made to the Hubbard Hospice House.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com.

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Tabor family.

PHYLLIS FRANCES TERRY Phyllis Frances Terry, 79, died Wednesday, August 15, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston, after a long illness. She was a Christian and had resided at Teays Valley Nursing Home for the past 11 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Klan; sons, Junior and Timothy; daughter, Vanessa; grandson, Paul Eric; and granddaughter, Bernadette.

Surviving are her sons, Charles Terry of Cross Lanes and the Rev.

David Terry of Hurricane; daughters, Belinda Mullins of St. Albans, Nora Smart of Tornado and Sandra, Angela and Robin; 12 grandchildren; and 17 greatgrandchildren.

Services were held Friday, August 17, 2012 at Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston, with the Rev. David Terry officiating.

Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

JON VINEYARD Jon Vineyard, 71, of Scott Depot, passed away August 21, 2012, at Putnam Care and Rehabilitation Center, Hurricane, after a short illness.

Jon was born January 24, 1941, the only child to William Howard Taft and Mary Rosalee Roberts Vineyard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Jon Matthew Gunter.

Jon retired from Columbia Gas Transmission after 37 years of service and he most recently was a consultant with HartPetro, Charleston. Jon was a member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church, where he also served on the board of trustees. Jon was a proud member of the NRA, Trout Unlimited and FMC Sportsman's Club. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed camping and spending time with his family.

Surviving Jon are his wife of 53 years, Carolyn Sue King Vineyard; and daughters and their children, Beth Gunter and husband, Jeff, and their daughter, Morgan, of Teays Valley, Susan Johnson and husband, Brian, and their children, Kassie and Brett, of Ravenswood and Missy Northup and husband, Zac, and their children, Alex, Sophie and Meredith, of Teays Valley.

Funeral services were held Thursday, August 23, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Pastor Ron McClung officiating. Burial followed in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Hurricane.

The family asks that donations are made in Jon's name to Mount Vernon Baptist Church, c/o Sanctuary Fund, 2150 Mount Vernon Road, Hurricane, WV 25526.

Online memories and/or condolences may be made at www.chapmanfuneralhomes.co m.

Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, was honored to handle Mr. Vineyard's arrangements.

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Time For Service ~ Area Church Services ~

Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church ~ Buff Creek Rd. Hurricane, WV. "Helping the hurt get out of the dirt" Service TimesSunday morning 10:00 a.m.; Sunday eve. 6:00 p.m.; Wed. Eve Bible study 7:00 p.m. Special meeting 4th Saturday each month at 7:00 p.m. 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.

Redeemer Presbyterian Church, PCA, welcomes the community to learn of God's love and grace.

They meet at Teays Valley Cinema for worship service at 10 a.m. The church's pastor is Barrett Jordan. For more information, call the church office, 304-757-1197, or check the church's website at www.redeemerpcawv.org.

Teays Valley Church of God ~ 4430 Teays Valley Road, PO Box 270, Scott Depot, WV 25526 www.tvcog.org - (304)757-9222.

Service times: Sunday’s - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, 10:15 a.m.

Morning Worship, 6:00 p.m.

Evening Discipleship. Wednesday’s: 6:45 p.m. Evening Discipleship. Pastor Melissa Pratt.

Winfield Community Church~ 144 Rocky Step Road, Scott Depot, WV, 25560. (304) 5861146. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.; Wednesday Evening Bible Study & Prayer 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Michael Hurlbert.

Mt. Salem UM Church ~ 4-1/2 miles East of Hurricane on Rt. 60 across from covered bridge, on left. Sunday: Morning worship 9:30; Sunday School 10:30.

Wednesday Bible study 7:00 P.M.; Family night first Wednesday of each month @ 7:00 P.M. Pastor: Ralph Kernen (304) 7578446.

Presbyterian Church of the Covenant ~ Living the Love of Jesus Christ. 2438 US Route 60, Hurricane, WV 25526. 304-5622012, pcclife.com Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Buffalo Church of God ~ Corner of Rt 62 & Church Street, Buffalo (Putnam Co.). Sunday: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday School; 11:00 a.m.

Morning Worship; 7:00 p.m.

Evening Worship. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Mid-week Service. Pas-

tor Wayne Burch. 304-937-3447.

~ 4345 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot, WV. 757-9166.

Winfield United Methodist Church ~ Looking for a church family? Join us at Winfield United Methodist Church, 20 Radwin Drive (Behind McDonald’s) Winfield. Two services 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Tom Hill.

Pastor Dr. Rod Taylor.

Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Mid Week Service 7 p.m. www.thedepotlive.com

Springdale Free Will Baptist Church ~ Cow Creek Road, Hurricane (Directions: Off Rt 34, 21/2 miles on Cow Creek Road, stay on left fork of Cow Creek.

Church is on the right). Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Midweek Service 7 p.m. Pastor Larry Cooper. 5625389.

Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene~ 3937 Teays Valley Road, Teays, WV 25569 (Mail: PO Box 259) Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Morning worship; 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship. Wednesdays: 6:30 p.m. Prayer Gathering, Children & Teen Programs. Last Saturday of each month; Clothing Closet from 9 a.m. until noon.

Free clothes for everyone!

Pastor: Rev. Charles V. Williams.

Phone: 304-757-8400.

First Baptist Church~ “Connecting People to Jesus Christ” 2635 Main Street, Hurricane, WV, 25526 – 304-562-9281. Dr. James E. Lutz, Senior Pastor. Sunday services: 8:50 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 6:30 p.m. Sunday School – 10 a.m.; Wednesday 6:30 p.m. www.fbcoh.com Good Hope Baptist Church ~ Turkey Creek Road, Hurricane.

Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m.

Ascension Catholic Church 905 Hickory Mill Rd., Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-562-5816.

Services: Saturday evening 5:30 p.m. Sunday morning 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Rev. Neil R. Buchlein, Pastor. www.ascensionwv.com Cross of Grace Lutheran Church ~ 30 Grace Drive, Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-562-0616.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday - 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship Pastor Jerry Kliner, STS. “Where people discover Jesus and grow in Faith”. www.coglutheran.com Scott Depot Christ Fellowship

Teays Valley Baptist Church ~ Dr. John D. Smith, Pastor.

3926 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-757-9306. www.teaysvalleybaptist.com Services: SUNDAY - Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship & Children’s Church 10:30 a.m.; Evening worship 6:00 p.m.; Choir Rehearsal 5 p.m.

WEDNESDAY – Bible Study and Prayer 7 p.m.; Awana 7:00 p.m.

All services are interpreted for the deaf. TV Service on Suddenlink Channel 2, Wed. 8:30 – 9 p.m. Radio Program WEMM 8:30 p.m. Thursday.

Buffalo Presbyterian Church ~ 2125 Buffalo Road, Buffalo, WV, 25033. Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Worship Sunday Service 11 a.m. Wednesday Service – Bible Study, 7 p.m. Pastor – Denver Tucker.

Buffalo Nazarene Church ~ Rt. 62, Buffalo, WV, 25033.

Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.; Sunday night Worship Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Pastor Sherry Kinsey 937-3258.

Otter Branch Church ~ Box 213, 18 Mile Road, Buffalo, WV, 25033 Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Pastor Mike Tucker.

Manilla Chapel ~ Manilla Ridge Road, Robertsburg, WV. SUNDAY: Morning service 10 a.m.; Evening service 6:00 p.m.

TUESDAY: Bible Study at 7 p.m.

Everyone welcome.

Way of Truth Tabernacle ~ 900 Roosevelt Dr., Eleanor, WV. Services: Sunday morning 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Pastor Nathan Morris (304)543-8053. A new beginning on the old path.

Bethel Baptist – Upper Mud River Road, Sias, WV. Services: Sunday morning 10 a.m.; Sunday night 6 p.m.; Wednesday night 7:00 p.m.

Glad Tidings Assembly of God ~ 121 Mill Road, Hurricane, WV,

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25526.

Adult & Children’s Service Sunday 10:30 a.m., Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Midweek Service 7:00 p.m.

Church Phone 304-562-3074.

Pastor: Rebekah Jarrell. Asst.

Pastor: Aaron Hil. Winfield Presbyterian Church ~ Winfield Presbyterian Church, 4th and Ferry Streets. “A praying community where friendship counts.” Cherrie Sizemore, Minister. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.; Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Looking for a church to call “home”? We would like to be that place.

Pine Grove Church of Christ ~ 4504 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot. 304-757-8543 (o); 304757-2866 (h). prediger1@verizon.net. Sunday morning Bible Classes 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Studies 7:00 p.m.

Tm Jorgensen, Minister.

Grandview Baptist Church, Red House. Sunday school – 10 am; Sunday evening 7 pm; Wednesday 7 pm. Pastor: Woody Willard.

Winfield Church of the Nazarene ~ 2986 Winfield Rd., Winfield, WV 25213. Sunday School 9:45 am; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 am; Sunday Praise Service at 6:00pm; Wednesday Kidz & Teens 7:00 pm; Wednesday Adult Bible Study 7:00 pm.

Pastor Robert Fulton, 304-5862180.

Laywell Church of Christ ~ Sycamore Road, Hurricane, WV. Services: Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Evening Worship 6 p.m. Phone number for more information, 304-562-6135.

Kanawha Valley Baptist Church ~ 949 Roosevelt Ave., (U.S. Rt. 62), Eleanor, WV 25070. Pastors: John Hage and Art Hage. Phone

304-437-3513 and 304-437-2740.

Services: 3:00 p.m. Sundays and 6:30 p.m. Thursdays.

Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church ~ Rt. 3 Box 97 (6242 Trace Fork Rd.), Hurricane, WV 25526. Phone 304-562-5880.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.; Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7 p.m.; Children’s Emmy Club, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday. Pastor: Robert Adkins. Everyone welcome.

Providence Baptist Church ~ Rocky Step Road, Scott Depot, WV. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday morning Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday night 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Bob Kelly. Phone 304-586-2832.

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. Lakeview Christian Church ~ 108 Lakeview Drive, Hurricane, WV, 25526. Services: Sunday – 11 am and 6:30 pm; Wednesday – 7 pm. Pastor: Jeff Maynard. Phone 304-562-9265.

Faith Independent Church ~ Sunday School 10am, Sunday Morning Worship 11am, Sunday Choir Practice 6 p.m., Sunday Evening Service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 7 p.m. A little country church set on the side of Rt. 62 in the big town of Black Betsy, WV. Pastoral Team: Michael Landers and Randy Browning 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.

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Sports

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HURRICANE FROM PAGE 1 Redskins built a 30-0 halftime lead.

In the second half, Hurricane continued its aerial assault as Hensley connected with junior Steven Handley on a 37-yard touchdown reception.

Later, Hurricane junior Zach Pate added a 98-yard touchdown run to complete the Redskins scoring.

In all, Hurricane rolled up nearly 500 yards of offense on the evening, including more than 300 yards passing for Hensley.

Winfield was almost held scoreless on the evening until with less than three minutes to go in the game the General's T.C. Kester intercepted a pass and returned it 40 yards for a touchdown.

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A stifling Hurricane Redskin's defense stops the General's run. On the evening Hurricane held Winfield's offense to less than 200 yards. Photo by Jack Bailey

The Hurricane High School marching band and cheerleaders prepare to take the field Friday night to cheer on the Redskins as they faced cross county rival Winfield. Photo by Jack Bailey

the Nitro Wildcats (0-1). Hurricane will travel to Nitro to play the Wildcats this Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Winfield does not have a home football game until Sept.

14 when the Generals will play Riverside in Winfield.

Up next for Winfield (0-1) is the Ripley Vikings (0-1). Winfield will play at Ripley this Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Hurricane does not play at home again until Sept. 28 when the Redskins will host Capital.

Buffalo defeats Parkersburg Catholic 45-0

Poca runs over Nitro 48-34

BUFFALO – Behind the arm of senior quarterback Levi Jordan, Buffalo defeated visiting Parkersburg Catholic 45-0.

On the evening, Jordan completed 8 of 9 passes for 171 yards and four touchdowns. Laythen Good ran for 84 yards and two touchdowns while Garrison Erwin caught two touchdown passes and Gabe Garrison and Trevor Meade each hauled in a touchdown.

Following their season opening victory, Buffalo is off this week.

The Bison return to action on Sept. 7 in a game against cross county rival Poca.

POCA – With three rushers going for more than 100 yards, Poca rolled up more than 500 yards rushing against Nitro Friday night defeating the visiting Wildcats 48-34.

The Dots T.T. Loudin lead the ground attack putting up 210 rushing yards on 22 carries. Poca quarterback Jake Payne added 134 yards on the ground on 18 carries, while Levi Clendenin carried the ball 11 times for 143 yards.

Payne and Loudin each scored three touchdowns.

Poca goes on the road this Friday to play Nicholas County.