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Putnam County Schools – Menu – March 25 - 29 Monday, March 25, Biscuit w/Gravy LUNCH: FRENCH BREAD PIZZA, Steamed Corn, Carrots & Celery w/Dip, Fresh Banana, Milk Tuesday, March 26, Yogurt w/Granola, Chocolate Chip Muffin LUNCH: BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Applesauce, Cornbread, Milk Wednesday, March 27, Oatmeal/Cinnamon Toast LUNCH: SLICED HAM, Pinto Beans, Cheesy Potatoes, Fruit Cocktail, Wheat Roll, Milk Thursday, March 28, Mini French Toast LUNCH: PEPPERONI ROLL, California Blend Veg’s, Romaine Garden Salad, Warm Sliced Apples, Milk Friday, March 29, Breakfast Pizza LUNCH: MINI CORNDOGS, Diced Potatoes, Peas, Orange Wedges, Milk.

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75th Ramp Festival set for April 20 RICHWOOD - For three-quarters of a century residents of the quaint town of Richwood have been digging in the mountains, rolling up their sleeves and cleaning ramps for the biggest and oldest Ramp feed in the U.S. On April 20, the Richwood Area Chamber of Commerce will again sponsor the Feast of the Ramson, where approximately 1,500 pounds of ramps are cleaned and prepared to feed more than 1,000 people.

This year Southern Living chose Richwood as the place to attend a ramp festival as part of their “Best of the South.” Organizers said the fun part of the feast is seeing old friends, making new ones, and drinking sassafras tea, organizers said.

The feast includes a dinner of ramps with traditional Appalachian foods of ham, bacon, potatoes, beans, cornbread and homemade desserts. Dinner will be served from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. There will also be craft show from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. and a ramp recipe contest at noon.

The 75th Ramp Festival, set for April 20, features Marteka and William Lake, who play the old Flatt & Scruggs style of bluegrass on banjo and guitar.

Throughout the day, the celebration features entertainment

including bluegrass music and clogging. Featured entertainers

SEE FESTIVAL ON PAGE 8

Food Pantry Opens at West Virginia State University INSTITUTE, WV - A food pantry for West Virginia State University (WVSU) students in need has opened on the school’s Institute campus.

The pantry is located in Curtis Complex, room 203, and will be open four days a week during

the remainder of the spring semester. The pantry opened Monday, March 11.

“We have noticed a need for this service on campus,” said Kellie Toledo, director of Counseling and Academic Support Services at WVSU. “We have

some students who are going without.”

The food pantry is open to any current WVSU student, staff or faculty member. Those using the pantry must present their University photo ID. Toledo said that some stu-

dents become financially stressed and face short-term crisis situations where they may not have enough money to buy food for themselves or their children. That is where the pantry SEE PANTRY ON PAGE 8

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South Charleston Public Library to hold Monthly Meeting The South Charleston Public Library Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, March 22, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. The agenda is available at the library.

The public is welcome to attend.

"Eggstravant Easter Egg Hunt" The Hurricane Church of Christ (the one on the hill beside of Hurricane Middle School) is sponsoring an "Eggstravant Easter Egg Hunt" on Saturday, March 30 from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 p.m. There will be Food, games, egg coloring, egg relays, face painting and much more including the great EGG HUNT and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Come one, Come All! Enjoy the fun with us at 600 Midland Trail; telephone, 304-562-6491.

Putnam Chamber Network of Women to Host Seminar Will You Be Prepared?

The Putnam Chamber NOW (Network of Women) will host a seminar on Thursday, March 21 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. titled Will You Be Prepared this workshop will present information on will preparation, power of attorney, advance directive, long term care and more. This workshop is free and open to the public. It will take place at Broadmore Senior Living in Teays Valley. NOW asks that interested participants RSVP to (304) 757-6510 or Chamber@putnamcounty.org. You can also register online at www.putnamchamber.org. This event is sponsored by West Virginia American Water.

About Putnam Chamber NOW: Putnam Chamber NOW conducts regular meetings the 3rd Thursday of each month and plans activities on an every-other-month basis. The mission of NOW is to be a resource for women in the business community. Donations of non-perishable food items are accepted to support your local

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food pantry. All women of the Chamber are welcome to participate.

seating available for $25.00.

All proceeds will benefit Mountain State Christian School.

Doors open at 6:00 PM.

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Easter Egg Hunt Teays Valley Church of God invites everyone to their annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 30th, 2013 at Teays Valley Acres, 4606 Teays Valley Road.

Egg Hunt Times: 2:30 Preschool 3:00 K-2 Grade 3:30 3rd-5th Grade 4:00 Special Needs Rain Location – Teays Valley Church of God, 4430 Teays Valley Road (If rain location, families please attend with your oldest child’s age group).

There will be inflatables, pony rides and 10,000 eggs!!!!

For more information, visit www.tvcog.org.

Hurricane Civic Chorus The Hurricane Civic Chorus meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 7:00 p.m. at Forrest Burdette United Methodist Church, 2848 Putnam Avenue, Hurricane.

No auditions required and membership is not restricted to Hurricane residents.

Questions, call 304-562-6539.

Scott Teays Lions Club to sponsor Pancake Breakfast When: Saturday April 6th 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Where: Applebee’s Teays Valley Cost: Tickets are $5 each Monies collected helps the vision and hearing impaired.

Mountain State Christian School to host upcoming Concert Mountain State Christian School will be hosting a concert with Jeff and Sheri Easter on April 19, 2013 at 7:00 PM. The concert will be held at Tabernacle of Praise Church in Culloden at 2368 Thompson Road.

Tickets are available before the concert for $18.00 by calling 304743-3751.

They will be available the night of the concert at the door for $21.00.

There is also "Artist Circle"

New Service Hours at First Baptist Church – Hurricane Sunday & Wednesday evenings we invite your family to find their niche in our growing Adult & Family Ministries, exciting Youth & Children’s Ministries—featuring AWANA Club on Sunday evenings!

For more information find First Baptist Church of Hurricane on Facebook or call us at 304.562.9281. We are located at 2635 Main Street in Hurricane and look forward to welcoming you.

Those not able to make it to church are invited to tune in Sundays at 9:00 AM to 103.3fm (WTCR) for our pre-recorded program. You can listen on the radio or listen online at www.tcrcountry.com.

Putnam County Schools Developmental Screening Putnam County Schools Developmental Screenings will be held on Friday, April 12, 2013 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.

Fundraiser!

There will be a fundraiser dinner at the Buffalo Diner on Sunday March 24, Noon - 4 PM, eat in or carry out.

All proceeds will go toward purchasing a replacement mobile home for a resident in the Buffalo community.

If questions call Darrell Moore 304-937-4106 or Melody Matthews 304-937-3492 or Buffalo Diner 304-937-2713 Easter Egg Hunt!

The Winfield Lions’ Club will hold their Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, March 23rd at the park located at the County

By Mary Jane “YOUNG WISDOM” Thought for the week: And wisdom and knowledge shall be the stability of thy times,and strength of salvation;the fear of the Lord is his treasure.Isaiah 33:6 (KJV) The book of Proverbs teaches us more about wisdom.Today our children start in kindergarten learning the knowledge of computers. So by the time entrance to college comes, they have more knowledge than we can communicate with. The above verse says it shall be the stability of thy times.

My granddaughter Erin is a college, pre-med sophomore, biology major, studying bacterial infection in the blood, and in her research she tells me, it is a really big problem in hospitals.We need these young minds to conquer today’s rapid moving diseases. At least 195,000 people die a year from hospital infections.

Wisdom is the principal thing therefore gets wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding. Proverbs 4:7 Too often we do not guide our children, the way of wisdom, by taking them to church and teaching those, God cares for them in EVERYTHING they do.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth forever.

Psalm 111:10 From the time we learn to walk and talk, we are taught by someone what is right and wrong, and then it is up to us to make wise decisions in life.

That is why we should urge our youth to attend college, and be thankful for any grants to help with the financial needs, in whatever they pursue in life’s profession.

I am proud to say I have two very talented grandsons in the music field; one - soon acquiring his college degree, one with an eye on military, a granddaughter with college in mind and Erin in the medical research field. Credits given to good parenting.

“PROMISEYOURSELF” – by Christian D. Larson Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind; to talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet.To make all your friends feel that there is something in them, to look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true, to think only the best, to work only for the best and expect only the best, to be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own. To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile, to give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others, to be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

As Bonnie says: ”We are not lucky, we are blessed.”

May God bless just one person who reads and enjoys this column, my only intention.

Prayer: GOD,OUR HEAVENLY FATHER Give us wisdom to teach others aboutYOU! Amen.

Court House Complex. The park is behind the Judicial Building.

Please note this location is a change from previous years.

The hunt will begin at 10:30 a.m. It is open to all children under 11 years of age in the Lions

BANKRUPTCY RELIEF Winfield, West Virginia, USPS 451-160 The Putnam Standard (ISSN, 451160) is published weekly at P.O. Box 179, Winfield, WV 25213. Yearly subscription rates: In-County $22.00; In-State $38.00; Out-of-State $48.00. Bill Unger, Publisher. Periodical Postage paid at Main Post Office, Winfield, WV, and additional mailing offices under the act of March 3, 1979. Postmaster: Send Address changes to the Putnam Standard, P.O. Box 179, Winfield, WV 25213. We reserve the right to accept or reject and to edit all news and advertising copy.

• Foreclosures • Repossessions • Phone Calls Free consultations with

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Club service area of Winfield and Eleanor.

Prizes will be awarded to Lucky Egg finders in three age groups.

City of Hurricane accepting Applications The City of Hurricane is accepting applications for the position of Wastewater Plant Operator. This is a full-time position with great benefits. Strong preference will be given to individuals that possess at least a Class I license, OIT or strong maintenance background. Must be proficient in mathematics and be within 30 minutes driving time of the wastewater plant.

Please e-mail your application to resume@hurricanewv.com. For more information, please contact Melissa Runyon at 304-562-5896.

The City of Hurricane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Community News

Success In Numbers

By Justin Waybright

Just a little respect

The society of success - Young men and women at Winfield High School wait to be inducted into the National Honor Society. An induction ceremony with 58 students was held Tuesday at the school. Photo by Justin Waybright throughout the gym.

National Honor Society Advisor Diana Painter was elated.

“I relish being a part of this great group of students,” she said, smiling. “Today’s success is a combination of students being prepared and a dedicated principal that has the best interest of every student at heart.”

The strong leadership is the same force that has helped propel and instill strong character in the students. During award presenta-

Tree pruning workshop set for WVSU campus INSTITUTE, WV - Learn the proper technique for pruning fruit trees at a workshop hosted

by West Virginia State University (WVSU) Extension Service Friday, March 22, from 1-3 p.m. at WVSU’s campus orchard in Institute.

“Owners of small or large fruit tree orchards need to understand the importance of properly pruning their fruit,” said Brad Cochran, WVSU extension associate for Agriculture and Natural Resources. “It can make all the difference between a good fruit harvest and a poor fruit harvest.”

Proper pruning can increase fruit size, as well as discourage disease by increasing air movement through the tree, Cochran said.

Dr. David Davis, visiting professor of Horticulture at West Virginia University, will present the workshop, which costs $5 and includes hands-on pruning opportunities.

Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately. Registration is requested by calling Brad Cochran at (304) 541-3301 or emailing

Velma’s View

By Velma Kitchens

justin@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD - The Generals of Winfield High School inducted 58 exemplary students into the National Honor Society.

This elite group displayed scholarship, service, leadership and character, along with a 3.6 GPA to earn a spot in the national organization.

One-by-one, each inductee lit a candle and sat solemnly until his or her name was called. Then, the individuals walked toward the center of the gym and received pins.

More than 600 parents, friends and classmates packed the school to support the group.

Principal Bruce McGrew showed pride while he spoke to the students. He looked toward a crowd of smiling parents.

“Behind every good student is a good home,” he said. “It takes representation from everyone - that’s why we see the success and a record number of students in the National Honor Society this year this is quite a feat for the school.”

Claps and cheers resonated

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bcochran2@wvstateu.edu.

The campus orchard is located near Route 25 on the west end of campus. Parking is available in Lot C, located at the main entrance to campus.

West Virginia State University is a public, land grant, historically black university, which has evolved into a fully accessible, racially integrated, and multigenerational institution, located in Institute,WV. As a “living laboratory of human relations,” the university is a community of students, staff, and faculty committed to academic growth, service and preservation of the racial and cultural diversity of the institution. Its mission is to meet the higher education and economic development needs of the state and region through innovative teaching and applied research.

tions, National Honor Society Secretary Kari Hunter spoke about its importance.

“It makes a wholesome difference on the school,” she said.

“Leadership is always needed.”

McGrew concluded the ceremony by speaking on what lies behind the group’s success. “…What you don’t see is the endless hours of preparation, the late night studying and sacrifice,” he said. “This is an outstanding honor.”

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A few weeks ago a relative of mine passed away and this relative was a young man who had a bright future ahead of him.

During the funeral procession I was in line behind several other cars and I noticed that only a few of the oncoming cars slowed down or actually pulled over as the procession came toward them.

I was taught that a funeral procession is the time to show respect for the family of the loved one who passed, but more importantly the person who actually departed this life here on earth.

I was amazed at the drivers who did not even acknowledge a funeral procession and probably did not even care.

Many of the drivers who pulled over and stopped were older people - but some young ones did slow down.

As we drove on the two lane road, I noticed a young man getting out of a truck and stood looking at the long line of cars. He stood outside his truck and did not move.

I don’t know if he was just looking or if he did this out of respect, but I would like to think he did it out of respect for the family and for the one who had passed on.

Would it hurt for people to have just a little respect for the life that was lived here on earth?

When I was young, if we drove past a funeral home and people were visiting I remember our car would slow down out of respect.

May we all be more mindful of those who have gone on and those left behind who will miss their loved one.

The young man who passed away was a Christian and was never ashamed of the Lord.

May we all teach the young people to have not just a little respect – but a lot of respect in the things that truly matter.

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK:

Overnight Egg-Sausage Bake Ingredients: 1 cup Original Bisquick® mix 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces) 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 6 eggs, slightly beaten 1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained Art by Natalie Larson

Directions: Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.

Heat oven to 350ºF. Grease 2-quart casserole. Pour egg mixture into casserole.

Bake uncovered about 1 hour or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Christin’s Corner

By Christin Daugherty Dear Christin, I got my dream job a couple of months ago after searching for nearly a year. The problem: my coworker. He is not my boss but he is above me in rank, and he keeps trying to go out with me for drinks.

The even bigger problem: he is extremely attractive and I am incredibly drawn to him. I really believe that if we go out for drinks it could lead to something more. And I’ve worked really hard and long to get to where I am so I don’t want to do anything to jeopardize it. At the same time, I am single and haven’t had these feelings for someone in a really long time. Do you think it would hurt to have one little drink with him? Help!

Sincerely, Confused Co-worker Dear CC, I see your dilemma. Been there myself a few times. And, yes, this will probably create a problem.

Will you lose your job over it? No. Will this decision make you want to quit your job? Maybe. On the other hand, it might not be such a bad thing at all. This is an instance

where it might be a good idea to weigh the pros and cons of the situation.

Let’s start with the pros. Being in the same line of work, the two of you will probably have a lot in common. You both are obviously attracted to each other. Peering into the future, you can see the two of you being the ultimate power-duo, taking on the business world together, fearlessly. Ok, now I think we’re getting a little carried away. After all, this section is all merely speculation – we don’t know quite yet if this relationship will last past the initial, physical attraction.

That’s where the cons come in.

Let’s say you go out for drinks and everything goes great. It seems almost too perfect. You go out for a few weeks, and before you know it, you are officially dating. Now at this point in our “fantasy scenario”, anything could go wrong.

You could catch him cheating, realize that he is completely selfcentered - anything. The two of you call it quits. Now you are forced to work with this man

The Putnam Standard every day. How would that make you feel? Exactly!

Look, I want to be anyone but “Debbie-Downer”- but facts are facts. And in this situation you have to play out the worst possible scenarios in order to imagine how you would deal with it. Sometimes, even when you do that, you can convince yourself that you would handle things differently.

But the truth is, when we love, our judgment, rationale, and sanity tend to go out the window.

It would be one thing if you already had one foot out the door at this job - but you just started. I think that the best thing to do would be to get comfortable with your surroundings first. Talk to this guy. Be his friend. Just don’t let yourself get emotionally involved.

After a few years (yes, years), if the attraction is still there, I say go for it. Just make sure you have a backup job waiting in the wings. You know, just in case.

“Falling in love consists merely in uncorking the imagination and bottling the common sense.” Helen Rowland Got a problem? Need some answers?

Contact me at christin@theputnamstandard.co m. **The opinions of this column are solely the opinions of this individual writer and are not the opinions of the Putnam Standard or Cabell Standard newspapers.**

Vendors and Entertainers

March Birthdays!

Happy Birthday to ALL

Charles E. Turley (Spring Chicken at 81 years young - March 20, 1932) Donna Gibson Trena Flora Josh Linville Larry Foster Patrick Rolfe Illya Harrell Carolyn Meadows Gary Sargent Judie Allen Annette Chapman Sara Bailey Jason Drown Beverley Ball Taylor Adkins Brenda Bassett Marilyn Harris Olin Bird Arbutus Higginbotham Charlette Chester Mary Hight Richie Dailey Mary Hudnall Ronnie Davis Derek Hutchinson Thomas Dawson Martha Fletcher

If you - or someone you know - will be celebratrating a birthday in the coming months...

Call 304-743-6731 and give us their name - OR just email the information to trudyblack@theputnamstandard.com

The Eighth Annual St. Albans Founder’s Day on Olde Main Plaza will be held in St. Albans, on Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 10 am to 4 pm.

We are looking for Vendors, Entertainers, Clubs, Organizations and units that might be interested in participating in the parade that will begin at 10 am on Saturday

morning or other groups who might like to join us on Saturday.

If you are interested you can locate an application and other information by going to the following website: http://www.stalbanshistory.com/i ndex.html. If you have any questions call Margaret Bassett 304395-0155, Pat McClure

304-722-0123 or Ellen MillsPauley 304-757-7189 or 304-7605244.

The theme this year is:“St. Albans (Phillipi) and the New State of West Virginia.” Some of our activities will include the following; 7:30 pm Friday, May 10, 2013 – Free Movie – Alban Arts and Conference CenterThe movie isThe Horse Soldier with John Wayne, William Holden and Constance Towers.

8:00 to Noon Saturday, May 11, 2013 - St. Mark’s Episcopal Church “B” Street – Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast.

10 a.m. - Saturday morning, May 11, 2013 – Parade begins – Units assemble in front of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at Sixth Avenue and Park Street.

Saturday afternoon – We will be joined by Mary Todd Lincoln (JoAnn Peterson, Kingwood, WV) one of the History Alive Re-enactors from the West Virginia Humanities Council.

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Community News

March 23-24,2013 – Page 5

Freedom, Liberty and Pin-Ups

By Justin Waybright justin@theputnamstandard.com

TEAYS VALLEY - Young women took an audience back to yesteryear during the Ladies of Libertease Pin-Up Pageant.

On Saturday, 18 ladies strutted their stuff in 1950’s style dresses.

Under stage lights, cameras snapped and flashed while the girls posed and smiled.

More than modeling, this organization aims to raise awareness for the military and support for the veterans. The pageant raised more than $400 for the Wounded Warrior Project. Event organizer and Ladies of Libertease Founder Christina Cruikshank was all smiles.

“Seeing smiles on their faces was worth it for me,” the military wife said. “I enjoyed it - it was fun watching the kids too.”

Her husband and member of Eleanor’s 3664th Maintenance Division of the National Guard David Cruikshank was proud to attend.

“I think it went really well, and we had a good turnout,” he said.

Patriotism runs in the Cruik-

Ladies of Liber-tease - Eighteen women stand proudly at the Teays Valley VFW. Photo by Justin Waybright shank’s blood. His wife remembered growing up, watching her step-father leave for two tours in Iraq.

“It’s all I’ve ever known,” she explained. “I used to watch my mom sit by the computer all day, waiting for five minutes of talking with my step-dad.”

The tattooed mother of three combined her love for the military with her admiration of 1950-style models into the pageant. This

unique combination provides care for veterans and smiles for current soldiers, she said.

“We can send calendars to the soldiers overseas so they can know people still care,” said Cruikshank. “If it brightens their day, it’s worth it.”

David agreed.

“Letters and photos from people back home is enough to lift a person up,” he said. “You feel really bad when you’re the only guy,

Modeling for a cause - A contestant poses during the Ladies of Liber-Tease Pin-Up Pageant, Saturday at the Teays Valley VFW. The event raised more than $400 for the Wounded Warrior Project. Photo by Justin Waybright who doesn’t get mail.”

Saturday’s event was also about something fading in American society: respect and honor for veterans and active military members.

Cruikshank looked toward the

VFW’s American Flag with sadness.

“Our soldiers are dying; families are losing brothers, sisters, moms and dads because these people are sacrificing their lives for us,” she explained. “After 9/11, people had a great appreciation for the military, but now people are forgetting about them.”

David mirrored her comments.

“Respect is something we’re getting away from,” he explained.

“After 9/11, everyone was highly patriotic - now it’s like people are putting it on the back burner, but our death count is still rising overseas.”

The former Army soldier continued, “We need to re-group and gear up to give people the support they need.”

Ladies of Liber-tease will continue to honor soldiers and veterans with upcoming events, including the Heels for Heroes Walk June 8, in South Charleston.

For more information, to join or to donate to Ladies of Liber-tease, call Christina Cruikshank at (304) 993-6663.

Also visit www.ladiesofliber-tease.com or www.facebook.com/ladiesoflibertease.

Celebrate Easter with family fun at Clay Center’s Eggstravaganza CHARLESTON - Hop into spring with egg decorating, hunting, relay racing and more at the Clay Center’s next family fun day. Visit with the Easter Bunny at Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 23 from noon – 4 p.m.

Families will enjoy these special activities: • Bunny ears, noon – 4 p.m.

• Egg decorating, noon – 4 p.m. (2 eggs for $1; supplies limited) • Easter bunny appearance, noon, 2 and 4 p.m.

• Egg toss, 12:30 p.m.

• Egg hunt (ages 6 and under), 1 and 3 p.m.

• Egg hunt (ages 7 – 12), 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.

• Egg-citing science demos, 1, 2 and 3 p.m.

• Egg relay race, 2:30 p.m.

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While at the Center, put on your hard hat and construction vest and explore the concepts of design, motion and simple machines in “Little Builders,” the latest traveling exhibit in the Mylan Explore-atory.

Then, journey through the galaxy in the planetarium show “The Plan-

ets,” and plunge 12,000 feet underwater in the giant screen film “Volcanoes of the Deep Sea.” Plus, visit the art gallery to see exhibits featuring beautiful quilts and amazing lithographs.

Eggstravaganza is sponsored by W. Shane Holmes, DDS, MDS Or-

thodontist.

All Eggstravaganza activities, except egg decorating, are included in museum gallery admission, which is free for Clay Center members or

just $6 for children and $7.50 for adults. Films and planetarium shows are additional. For more information, visit www.theclaycenter.org or call 304-561-3570.

Dunbar Medical Associates, PLLC would like to welcome

Emily Gibson PA-C to our practice.

Extending Hours at our Teays Valley Office For acute needs.

Evening Hours: Monday-Thursday and Saturday 8-noon 1100 Grosscup Avenue Dunbar, West Virginia 25064

3752 Teays Valley Road Hurricane, West Virginia 25526

John Lilly, MD Jonathan Lilly, MD Paul Kuryla, MD Matthew Upton, MD Christopher Kennedy, PA-C

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The Putnam Standard

Another Amendment for Gun Owners

David Payne Sr. Column by David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

The most interesting Constitutional challenge to the federal gun-grab movement has nothing to do with the Second Amendment.

It's an argument based on the last of the Bill of Rights, the Tenth Amendment, something many of the founding fathers felt so obvious it was a waste of time to even put it in. It was the brainchild of

James Madison, who countered critics with an argument that went something like “well, we might as well put in it there.”

The Tenth Amendment says that any power not given to the federal government, anything that the states were not prohibited by the Constitution from doing, rests with the states themselves.

There are two Firearms Freedom Act bills in the West Virginia Legislature, one in the House, one in the Senate and both are in their respective judiciary committees.

The original Firearms Freedom Act became law in Montana in 2009. It says that the federal government has no right to regulate firearms that are made in Montana (West Virginia's bill, just as the other dozens of states who have already passed the law or are considering it, say the same thing). Montana's Constitution specifically prohibits government encroachment on gun rights of its citizens. Not long after, the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms published an open letter to Montana gun own-

Trout Report The following waters were stocked with trout recently: Anthony Creek, Barboursville Lake, Bear Rocks Lake, Bullskin Run, Cacapon Park Lake, Cherry River, Clear Fork of Guyandotte River, Clear Fork of Guyandotte River (Catch & Release), Coonskin Pond (Children & Class Q), Deer Creek (Nicholas), Dog Run Lake, Dry Fork (Randolph, Tucker), Dunloup Creek, Elk River, Evitts Run, Fall Run, French Creek Pond, Gandy Creek, Hills Creek, Hopkins Fork, Horseshoe Run, Huey Lake, Jimmy Lewis Lake, Kanawha State Forest Pond (Children & Class Q), Knapps Creek, Larenim Lake, Laurel Creek of Cherry River (Greenbrier, Nicholas), Left Fork of Holly River, Logan County Pond (Children & Class Q), Lost River, Mason Lake, Meadow Creek of Anthony Creek (Greenbrier), Meadow Creek of New River (Summers), Middle Creek, Milligan Creek, Mill Creek of Opequon Creek, Mill Creek Reser-

voir, Millers Fork Pond (Children & Class Q), Moores Run, New Creek, North Fork of Anthony Creek, North Fork of Cherry River, North Fork of Fishing Creek, North Fork of Lunice, North Fork of Patterson Creek, North Fork of South Branch, North River, Opequon Creek, Paint Creek, Paint Creek (Catch & Release), Pinnacle Creek (upper and lower sections), Pipestem Lake, Pond Fork, Raleigh County Airport Pond (Children & Class Q), Red Creek, Ridenour Lake, Rocky Marsh Run, Rollins Lake, Shavers Fork (Bemis), Shavers Fork (lower section), South Branch (Franklin), South Branch (Smoke Hole), South Fork of Fishing Creek, South Mill Creek Lake, Teter Creek Lake, Thomas Park Lake, Tilhance Creek, Trout Run, Tuckahoe Lake, Tuscarora Creek. Tygart Valley River Headwaters (Randolph), Underwood Lake (Children & Class Q), Waites Run, Warden Lake, Watoga Lake and Wheeling Creek.

ers saying “Federal law supersedes the Act” and it was basically null and void. Just as quickly, the Montana Shooting Sports Association sued the federal government over this violation of Tenth-Amendment rights.

There's this misconception out there – which obviously the ATF and the rest of the federal executive branch adheres to - that the state governments are totally subservient to the federal government, in the same way perhaps a school principal would be to the county superintendent. It sure seems that way because of how the federal government often railroads the states. However, when the federal government levies such power, it's usually done by threatening to withhold funds – as it did to prod states to raise the drinking age to 21 or more overtly by citing the “Commerce Clause,” a clause in the Constitution which gives Congress power to regulate interstate commerce.

While they rarely challenge the federal government, states can wield a great deal of power. While Congress ratified the 18th

Amendment to outlaw alcohol, it was the state legislatures who created the 21st Amendment to repeal it and end prohibition.

Tenth amendment challenges to federal law are rare – they take a tremendous amount of grassroots support to get off the ground. Often, the proposals fail.

There have been bills introduced in several states in recent years over a variety of things, from bringing state National Guard units home to creating a gold standard in their respective states.

If there is a great deal of popular support, the bills pass. Some recent cases of states flexing their Tenth Amendment muscles are state laws nullifying Obamacare in Arizona, Utah, Virginia and Idaho and the various states which have legalized medical marijuana. The Firearms Freedom Act has, at the state level, been more successful than any previous movement.

Legislation has already passed in Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, South Dakota, Utah, Arizona, Alaska and Tennessee. It has been introduced in Washington, Ore-

gon, Colorado, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Louisiana, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, Virginia and South Carolina.

Lawmakers plan to introduce bills in North Carolina, Arkansas and New Mexico.

There are no plans to introduce anything in California, Hawaii, Nevada, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Maryland, Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont and Maine. No surprise there.

It is fascinating to watch this unfold and would be even if I didn't have a dog in this fight. It's an interesting challenge to federal tyranny and this West Virginia legislative session has been on a state's rights roll. There is another bill in the legislature that challenges the federal government's (EPA's) regulation of West Virginia coal that is used in West Virginia (power plants, etc.).

Contact David Payne via email at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com.

Outdoor roundup There are several bills in the West Virginia Legislature that would provide free hunting licenses to National Guard members. The DNR is opposed to it, because it would be a significant decrease in funding to an already cash-strapped agency that will be suffering under the sequester, where the federal government is seizing tax funds from hunting and fishing equipment – which outdoorsmen lobbied for as a way to fund wildlife programs.

On the other hand, full-time military personnel on leave can hunt or fish without a license, they only need their leave papers to do so. With today's small military, the National Guard gets deployed in all our wars, so I ask, what's the difference and why shouldn't they receive the same?

The DNR can't afford it. The legislature needs to be thinking of some new ways to help fund the DNR. Lawmakers in the People's Republic of California recently introduced a bill that would outlaw lead ammunition statewide, the bill is sponsored by Defenders of Wildlife, Audubon California, and the Humane Society of the United States. The organizations argue that ammunition containing lead threatens species like the bald eagle, California condor, and turkey vultures due to the

ammo’s toxic nature. Things like this are the primary reason I've never been able to support the Humane Society, which is a shame, because they do great things.

Another nice thing I can't really afford: Gaston Glock (son of the famous Austrian gun maker) has introduced a new wool hunting sweater made of genuine Donegal lamb’s wool, which is only produced in Donegal County in Ireland. The wool is known for its durability and ruggedness, something hunters around the world can appreciate.

It is made in Poland and sells for $209.

According to National Geographic, some scientists have made some interesting speculation on the extinction of the Neanderthals, based on findings in Europe. While researching in the Iberian Peninsula, the team found that rabbit remains started showing up around 30,000 years ago in human encampments, just when the Neanderthals were starting to die out. It is thought that as the climate became warmer, rabbits become increasingly abundant and cold weather animals, such as mammoths, became scarce. Neanderthal tools and tactics were designed to hunt larger animals and not well suited to catching the smaller and trick-

ier rabbits, but humans had the ability to hunt smaller prey. They contend that humans had another ace up their sleeve – dogs.

Researchers believe that 30,000 years ago was when the dog first became domesticated by man, and would have aided in catching small game. Some scientists, however, say it's all hogwash.

A few months ago in Wyoming, a man's life was saved by his sons, who shot a bear attacking him.

David Trembly, 48, was taking his two sons out for an annual elk hunt in Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park when an aggressive male grizzly attacked. They had encountered the bear early in the day and had tried unsuccessfully to scare it off, but the bear had killed an elk and was defending it. They all carried what I assume was pepper spray to ward off bears, but the angry 534-pound male bear wasn't fazed by it. As it charged, Trembly sprayed it, while his sons, aged 20 and 17, held fast with their hunting rifles.

They fatally shot the grizzly three times at a range of 10 feet, barely enough to step out of the way as the animal came to a crash on the ground. Authorities ruled it selfdefense.

Contact David Payne at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com.

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PSC Urges Residents to Look for Household Leaks during “Fix a Leak Week” The Public Service Commission of West Virginia is encouraging West Virginians to help put a stop to the more than 1 trillion gallons of water wasted from household leaks each year during “Fix a Leak Week.”

Sponsored by WaterSense, a partner of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Fix a LeakWeek (March 18-22, 2013) is an opportunity to improve water efficiency in homes and yards by checking and fixing leaks from toilets, faucets, and spigots.

“Leaks can account for more

than 10,000 gallons of water in an average home every year – the amount of water it takes to wash 270 loads of laundry,” said PSC Chairman Mike Albert. “As a WaterSense partner, we are encouraging consumers to find and fix leaks to save water in our community.”

To help save water for future generations, the PSC is asking consumers to check, twist and replace: Check for leaks. Look for · dripping faucets, showerheads, sprinklers, and other fixtures. Also check for toilets with silent leaks by putting a few drops of food col-

FESTIVAL FROM PAGE 1 this year are Marteka and William Lake, who play the old Flatt & Scruggs style of bluegrass on banjo and guitar.

Organizers said ramps have become the “in” thing with chefs in larger cities despite their humble beginnings in the mountain woods. Many pounds of ramps are shipped from Richwood to cities like Chicago and New York.

The ramson, know botanically as the American leek, has been

Don’t forget to check irrigation systems and spigots too. · Twist and tighten hose and

PANTRY FROM PAGE 1 the “piece-de-resistance” for springtime dinners and suppers from the early American settlements to hunters and campers, organizers said.

For more details on ordering advance tickets or entering the Ramp Recipe Contest, please visit the Chamber’s web site at www.richwoodchamberofcommerce.org/Feast-of-theRamson.html.

Clay Center announces Upcoming Events Recently announced special event performances of the Clay Center Presents spring season, outspoken comedian Lewis Black will bring his over-the-top standup to the stage Thursday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. and Mountain Stage with Larry Groce will

oring into the tank, waiting 10 minutes, and seeing if color appears in the bowl before you flush.

pipe connections. To save water without a noticeable difference in flow in your bathroom, twist on a WaterSense labeled faucet aerator. · Replace the fixture if necessary. Look for WaterSense labeled models, which are independently certified to use 20 percent less water and perform as well as or better than standard models.

You can find more information on the PSC’s website at www.psc.state.wv.us or by visiting the WaterSense website at www.epa.gov/watersense.

host acclaimed singer-songwriters Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin as a duo Sunday, May 19 at 7 p.m.

Tickets for each show go on sale to the general public Monday, March 25 at 10 a.m.

can step in and help, she explained.

“We have previously given students information on local food pantries where they could get assistance if they are facing a short-term crisis,” Toledo said.

“By bringing a pantry to campus, that is just taking it to a different level.”

The pantry will work on donations. Currently, Toledo said that the most needed items are cereal, pasta sauce, canned pasta, canned fruit, macaroni and cheese and canned tuna or chicken. All boxed or canned items are welcome, however, including toiletries.

There will not be refrigeration units in the food pantry, so donations of meat and other items that would require refrigeration cannot be accepted.

In addition to accepting donations at the pantry, designated collection containers have been placed around campus for those wishing to donate. Collection

containers can be found in Wallace Hall, Ferrell Hall, Cole Complex, the Wilson University Union and in the Drain-Jordan Library.

In addition to items, Toledo said that monetary donations to the food pantry will also be accepted through the WVSU Foundation.

Students will be able to use the food pantry once a week to get needed items. If a student needs the pantry more than once a week, they will be scheduled to meet with a WVSU counselor to explore other assistance that may be available to them in the local area.

When students use the food pantry they will be asked to fill out a short form and identify any dependent children they may have. All information collected will be kept confidential.

For the spring semester the food pantry will be open Mondays from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.,

Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The hours may differ during the summer, Toledo said.

The food pantry will be staffed by volunteers.

For more information, contact Kellie Toledo at (304) 766-3262 or toledoke@wvstateu.edu.

West Virginia State University is a public, land grant, historically black university, which has evolved into a fully accessible, racially integrated, and multigenerational institution, located in Institute, W.Va. As a “living laboratory of human relations,” the university is a community of students, staff, and faculty committed to academic growth, service, and preservation of the racial and cultural diversity of the institution. Its mission is to meet the higher education and economic development needs of the state and region through innovative teaching and applied research.

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The Putnam Standard GEORGE EDWARD ADKINS DELMA LIVELY ARMSTRONG CHRISTOPHER ALAN "TUBBY" BAER VIRGINIA LEE LAMBERT BLANKENSHIP JOHN L. "JACK" CRAIG MARGARETA M. CREAGH CHARLES ROY DAMRON SR. THOMAS LANDON EASTER JR. BEVERLY ANN GARRETT DENNIS LEE GARRETT ALLEN G. GOOD WILLIAM "BILL" GRAVELY FREDERICK HAMMOND JORDAN AVERY HOLLAND JAMES ERNIE HONAKER SAMUEL OREN JONES THELMA D. LANHAM ROBERT WAYNE LEACH KENNETH "UNCLE BUB" LYON KENNETH RICHARD MANN JR. DR. HARRY L. NEWELL RHONDA LYNN PAGE JEREMY CHARLES STALNAKER JERL D. STONESTREET BILLIE MARIE THACKER CHARLES E. THORNTON BETTY "TENNY" SLATER WALLS RICHARD LEE WOODS

GEORGE EDWARD ADKINS George Edward Adkins, 69, of St. Albans, entered into rest Monday, March 4, 2013, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston.

Born September 20, 1943, in South Charleston, George was a son of the late Homer and Audra Thompson Adkins. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Bobby and Larry Adkins; and sister, Betty Jordan.

He is survived by his siblings, Elsie Kent, Samuel Adkins, Billy Adkins and Wanda McNealy, all of St. Albans.

Funeral services were held Sunday, March 10, 2013 at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans with the Rev. Keith Torman officiating. Burial was in Alford Family Cemetery, Bridge Creek, Hurricane.

You may share memories or condolences with the family at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com. Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans was in charge of arrangements.

DELMA LIVELY ARMSTRONG Delma passed away at her home in Winfield on Monday, March 4. She had been suffering from the onset of Alzheimers disease.

Delma was the daughter of the late Arthur W. and Ida Harmon Lively. Delma attended and graduated from East Bank High School. After graduation she attended New River College (WVIT) in Montgomery and also took an amazing adventure out west to attend Wyoming State

University. Upon her return to West Virginia, Delma obtained her first job of secretarial duties, working two years up Cabin Creek for several schools. After about two years she was offered a position working for the Dickinson's in the office of the Malden Salt Company. After several years with Mr. Dickinson, and with his office moving to Charleston, she became acquainted with Jay Margolis and the family of Embee's Department Store and worked for Embee's as their office manager.

Delma worked for Embee's until December 1961. During this time she was very active in the Pilot Club and several other women's organizations in Charleston. On December 28, 1961, Delma married William C. Armstrong at Christ Church Methodist. After marrying, she and her new husband moved to California, where he taught school and coached basketball. Her husband, Bill, was a highly-known coach and well thought of. At that time he was the winningest coach in California history and was the author of several coaching books.

Delma's hobbies and pleasures were swimming, hiking, bicycle riding and walking. Her most accomplished was her waterskiing, to which she accomplished a pro level, keeping Summersville Lake cut up. She also loved taking her adventures to Hawaii.

After moving to California, Delma obtained her real estate license and started selling real estate in the Los Angeles area. In 1971 Dell and Bill relocated to Palm Springs, Calif., where he acquired the coaching position at Palm Springs High School, and she began working real estate there. Upon her getting her broker license in real estate, Dell opened her own company and, with other associates, sold real estate to such people as Elvis, Red Skelton, Liberace and others. She was well thought of in the Palm Springs area.

Upon the passing of her husband, Delma returned to her native West Virginia in 2003 to be closer to her remaining family.

Preceding her in death were her sisters, Beulah L. West and Virginia Anderson; a brother, Ray Lively; several nieces and nephews; and one special brother-in-law, Robert Beall.

Delma is survived by her closest loving sister, Beatrice L. Beall, with whom she shared a home; sister-in-law, Jean Lively of Point Pleasant; nephew, Gerald Lane, who cared for and looked after her; and other nephews, including Larry Lively (Terri) of Pinch and Garry Lively (Terri) of Point Pleasant; and other nieces and nephews.

Services for Delma were held

by Dr. William Ellis on Saturday, March 9, at Fidler and Frame Funeral Home, Belle. Burial was in Montgomery Memorial Park, London.

The family would like to thank her caregivers, Joy Lawerence, Betty Coleman, Mary King and Virginia Johnson, for their time and devotion. Also, would like to thank the Kanawha Hospice Society. Donations made to them in her name would be appreciated.

Condolences can be sent to fidlerandframe@suddenlink.net.

CHRISTOPHER ALAN "TUBBY" BAER Christopher Alan "Tubby" Baer, 44, of Ocala, Fla., formerly of Charleston, died Thursday, February 28, 2013, from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident in Laramie, Wyo. He was born July 5, 1968, in Charleston, a son of the late Harry E. and Wanda Bailes Baer Rea. Also preceding him in death were his maternal grandparents, Charles and Nellie Blain; and paternal grandparents, Harry and Verna Baer. Christopher was an industrial maintenance planner and a Christian.

Survivors include his companion, Madisabeth Conner; two children, Christian A. Conner and Cecily E. Conner at home; stepfather, Robert Rea of Teays Valley; two brothers, Harry E. Baer III and wife, Nancy, of Charleston and Charles Baer and wife, Judy, of Cross Lanes; sister, Sherri Keffer and husband, Bob, of Cross Lanes; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Funeral services were conducted Friday, March 8, at Tyler Mountain Funeral Home with Pastor Seth Polk officiating. Burial was at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens.

Online condolences may be sent to www.tylermountainfuneralhome.com.

VIRGINIA LEE LAMBERT BLANKENSHIP Virginia Lee Lambert Blankenship, 83, of Hurricane and Oak Hill, W.Va., died March 5, 2013.

She was born in Dehue, Logan County, to Carl B. Lambert, Sr. and Florence Davis Lambert. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Blankenship, Jr.; a brother, Carl B. Lambert, Jr.; and granddaughter, Jennifer Lynn Wender.

She is survived by her brother, Terry L. Lambert; her daughter, Claudia Lynn Wender; grandson, David Andrew Wender; and great-grandchildren, Sophia, Audrey and Timothy; her son, James C. Blankenship, III; grandson, James C. Blankenship, IV; and great-grandchildren, Jay and Amelia; and granddaughter, Virginia Hope Dickinson; and greatgrandchildren, Allison Johnson and Cade Dickinson.

She now rests with her husband at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Beckley, W.Va. Arrangements were by Blue Ridge Funeral Home, 5251 Robert C. Byrd Dr. Beckley, W.Va.

March 23-24,2013 – Page 9 JOHN L. "JACK" CRAIG Mr. John L. "Jack" Craig, 60, of Poca, passed into Heaven on March 7, 2013, at 2:40 p.m. in the Hubbard Hospice House West, after a short battle with cancer.

Jack as we knew him was preceded in death by his father, John Craig; brother, James Michael Craig; and nephew, John "J.T." Larch.

He is survived by children Brandi, John and Jim; and three grandchildren all of Ohio. Surviving also are mother, Phyllis McGill; stepfather, C.H. "Sonny" McGill of Black Betsy; sisters, Diane Larch (Gary) of Rock Branch, Betty Lunsford (Buddy) of Nitro, Debbie Larch (Don) of Rock Branch; brothers, William "Bill" Craig (Terry) of Borden, Ind., Don Craig (Marsha) of Poca, C.H. "Sonny, Jr." McGill (Julie) of Huntington; and a host of nephews and nieces.

He was a devout Christian and a member of Faith Independent Church, Black Betsy. Jack graduated from Poca High School in 1972. The loves of his life were church, camping, fishing and his beloved dog, Jessie.

A tribute to the life of Jack was held Sunday, March 10, 2013 at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home with Pastors Randy Browning and James Arthur officiating.

Burial was in Ortin Heights Cemetery, Nitro.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. GatensHarding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Craig family.

MARGARETA M. CREAGH Margareta M. Creagh (nee Reed), 89, formerly of Charleston and St. Albans, died Monday, March 4, 2013, at the Gardens of McGregor in East Cleveland, Ohio.

She was born March 26, 1923, in Charleston. She had worked as a realtor for Better Homes Realty in Charleston. She was an active member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in St. Albans, where she served as a Eucharistic Minister along with other activities. She enjoyed cooking and was an avid nature lover. She loved to travel, especially throughout the United States. Mrs. Creagh was a long-time resident of the Charleston area, moving to Cleveland in 2011 to be closer to her son, Carl of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, and her daughter, Mary Theresa of Pittsburgh, Pa. She is survived by her children, Mary Theresa Creagh of Pittsburgh, Joseph Patrick Creagh III (wife, Linda) of El Paso, Texas, Erik Matthew Creagh (wife, Anita) of Graniteville, S.C., and Carl Frederick Creagh (partner, Joseph Mannino) of Cleveland Heights; her grandchildren, Christina, Audrey, Kimberly and Patrick; and nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grand-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Patrick

Creagh II, in 1999; her parents, Alex and Clara (nee Peterson) Reed; and her siblings, Russell, Robert, Esther, Inez, Milton, Virginia and John.

Contributions to the World Wildlife Fund in memory of Margie may be submitted online or mailed to WWF, Attn: Memorial Gifts, 1250 24th St. NW, Washington, DC 20037.

Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, March 8, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, St. Albans, with The Rev. Father Patrick M. McDonough officiating. Burial was in Cunningham Memorial Park.

Arrangements were by BartlettChapman Funeral Home of St. Albans. Online guestbook and obituary at www.DeJohnCares.com.

CHARLES ROY DAMRON SR. Oh! How this man loved his Lord and his family!

Charles Roy Damron Sr. of St Albans went to be with his Lord on Friday, March 8, 2013, after a short illness with malignant mesothelioma. He will be waiting on the banks of the Promised Land for his lovely wife of 66 years, Helen Damron, and their three precious children, Charles Damron Jr. "Snub" of St. Albans, Sandra Higginbotham of Dallas, Texas, and David Damron of St. Albans.

Charles was born in Huntington on October 21, 1928. His parents were the late William David and Georgia Martin Damron from Wayne County. Being the next-to-last-born in a family of 16 children, he is survived by two brothers, Youngy Bennett Damron "Y.B." of Kenova and Robert Earl Damron of Nashville, Tenn.

He is also survived by son-in-law, Stephen M. Higginbotham of Dallas, Texas; daughters-in-law, Cheri Damron and Janie Damron of St. Albans; sister-in-law, Bessie June (Bockie) McCoy; and brother-in-law, Robert E. McCoy of Weston.

He was blessed with nine lovely grandchildren, Tammy Stephens, Mark Higginbotham, Katie Underwood, Amie Gressett, Charles Damron III "C.R.," April Rogers, Brian Higginbotham, Matthew Higginbotham and Heather Damron, along with a beautiful family of 54 great-grandchildren, granddaughters- and grandsonsin-law, step-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was fortunate to have a host of lifelong friends and business associates.

Charles worshiped his Lord for 45 years and served his country during World War II. He gave to his community as an electrical contractor in the tri-state area and was owner and president of Damron Electric in Spring Hill from 1954 to 1982. He was also on the board of directors of the Chemical Bank in South Charleston. He gave bountifully to his family, his church and his community. From 1982 until six

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Page 10 – March 23-24,2013 weeks ago he enjoyed deep-sea fishing in Marathon, Fla. Today, Charley was met inside the Pearly Gates by a choir of family members singing his favorite song, "There's Shouting Time in Heaven."

Funeral services were held in the Snodgrass Funeral Home Chapel, South Charleston on Tuesday, March 12. Graveside services were at Damron's Family Cemetery, located inside Dock's Creek Cemetery, Kenova, WV. www.snodgrassfuneral.com.

THOMAS LANDON EASTER JR. Thomas Landon Easter Jr., 51, of Eleanor, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013, at his home following a long illness. He was a 1980 graduate of Buffalo High School and attended Bob Jones University. He was a former employee of Overnight Transportation. Tom was an avid hunter, loved his dogs and will always be remembered for being mischievous.

Born March 5, 1962, he was the son of Angeline King Easter of Eleanor and the late Thomas Landon Easter Sr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Debby Meadows Easter; son, Charles Donald (Katie) Hedrick of Waynesboro, Pa.; sisters, Belinda (Terry) Roberts of Winfield and Twyla (Paul) Melton of Fraziers Bottom; nieces, Christina, Candace, Sarah and Jessie; nephew, Adam; father- and mother-inlaw, Leroy and Shirley Meadows of Eleanor; and sister-in-law, Sue (J.C.) Curry of Lebanon, Ohio.

The family suggests memorial contributions are made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd.

W., Charleston WV 25387.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 12, at the First Baptist Church of Eleanor with Pastor David Panaro Jr. officiating. Burial was at Beech Grove Cemetery, Eleanor.

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

Raynes Funeral Home, Eleanor, was in charge of arrangements.

BEVERLY ANN GARRETT Beverly Ann Garrett, 57, of Hurricane, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, March 7, 2013, after courageously battling

breast cancer.

She was a devout Christian for 37 years and was a loyal member to the Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, where she served the Lord as church secretary, treasurer and Sunday school teacher for more than 30 years.

She was and always will be an amazing wife, mother, mamaw, sister, friend and blessing to everyone she met.

She was the daughter of the late Harold and Verna Midkiff Edwards.

She will be greatly missed by her husband of 38 years, Randall Garrett; her daughters, Dawn Samples (James), April Turoczi (Ben), Stephanie Brumfield (John); her grandchildren, Aiden and Lydia Samples. Also surviving are her siblings, Linda Edwards, Jerry Edwards, Patty Johnson and Debbie Goble, as well as their spouses; and her nieces, nephews and many other family and friends.

A special thank you to Dr. Ghany and his staff of the James Cancer Center of Ohio State University, the nursing staff of St. Mary's Medical Center, Oncology Department and the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House of Huntington.

A celebration of Beverly's life was held Sunday, March 10, 2013 at Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Robert Adkins and Pastor Mark Hesson officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Online condolences or memories may also be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

Honoring her request, please make donations to Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, Ladies Christian Circle, Rt. 3 Box 97, Hurricane, WV 25526.

Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Garrett.

DENNIS LEE GARRETT Dennis Lee Garrett, 63, of Culloden, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2013, after a long illness, at his home.

He was a retired insurance agent and a former Putnam County school teacher.

Surviving are his mother, Sue of Hurricane; brothers, Jeff and his wife, Cindy, of Tennessee and Steve and his wife, Mariana, of Spencer; sister, Jane Held of Hurricane; aunt, Virginia Dalton of Maryland; nephew, William Held; and niece, Katherine Held.

Funeral services were held

Wednesday, March 13, at Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church, Hurricane, with the Rev. Dr. Dan Hogan officiating. Burial was in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane.

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ALLEN G. GOOD Allen G. Good, 55, of Hurricane, transitioned into eternity on Saturday, March 9, 2013.

He was preceded in death by mother, Dora Good; and brother, Edward Fox. Left to mourn his passing is his brother, Bill Fox of Niota, Tenn.; sisters, Anna (Larry) Boling of Hurricane, Martha (Paul) Turley of Poca, Margaret Derenge of Monroe, N.C., and Regina (Steve) Boling-Peay of Raleigh, N.C.; along with a host of nephews, nieces, friends and co-workers.

Allen worked at SuperValue Food Distributors in Milton.

A service was held at Valley View Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Hurricane, on Saturday, March 16. David Boling, his nephew, assisted with the service.

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WILLIAM "BILL" GRAVELY William "Bill" Gravely, 57, of Buffalo, N.Y., died March 4, 2013.

Walton's Chapel of Faith Funeral Home, Charleston, assisted with services.

FREDERICK HAMMOND Frederick Hammond, of Scott Depot, originally of Logan, passed peacefully at home, after a long illness, on Thursday, March 7, at the age of 78.

Fred is preceded in death by his parents, Gobel and Estelle Hammond; and his sister, Fern Egbert.

Fred is survived by his loving wife, Joann of 53 years; his sons, Scott Hammond of Glasgow, Ky, and Derek (Anne) Hammond, Indianapolis, Ind; his daughters, Cheryl (Keith) Martin and Wendy Herbert of Teays Valley; his grandchildren, Tiffany (Eric) Bailey, Kelsey Martin, Austin and Tanner Herbert and their father, Victor, Trevor and Tyler Hammond and Josh and Morgan Hammond; and one great-granddaughter, Palmer Bailey. Fred is also survived by his nephews, Byron Blankenbeckler, George Seager (Brett); niece, Heidi Egbert; and his loving four legged companion, Dash.

While in Logan, Fred was employed in the mining hydraulic business. He spent his life working hard and loved to camp and fish. Fred also served as a Marine Corp. Veteran.

Funeral services were held Sunday, March 10 at Evans Funeral Home and Cremation Serv-

The Putnam Standard ices at Chapmanville. Burial followed at Highland Memory Gardens at Godby, W.Va. where military graveside services were conducted.

Donations can be made to Hubbard House in c/o HospiceCare1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25387-2536.

JORDAN AVERY HOLLAND Jordan Avery Holland, 20, of Milton, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 10, 2013.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday, March 14, 2013 at Valley of Decision Church, Salt Rock, by Rev. Kevin Shull and Jerry Hensley.

He was born March 13, 1992 in Huntington, WV, a son of Wesley and Kimberly Chapman Holland of Milton; two sisters, Sydney Renae Holland and Taylor Chase Holland both of Milton.

He is also survived by his grandparents, George Chapman, Jr. of Milton, William and Rhonda Holland of Wayne, Donna and Fred Martin of West Hamlin, Connie and Buck Foster of Culloden; great grandmother, Elsie Bostic of Milton; uncle and aunt, Chip and Summer Chapman; and four cousins, Kyle, Kobe, Breanna, and Courtney.

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

JAMES ERNIE HONAKER James "Ernie" Honaker, 86, of Culloden, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2013, at St. Mary's Hospital after a short illness.

He was a retired electrician with IBEW Local 317, working mostly with Ashland Oil. He was preceded in death by two sons, Michael and Douglas.

Surviving are his wife, Betty; son, Ron Honaker and his wife, Regina, of Culloden; daughter, Kathy Sampson and her husband, Ed, of Milton; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Funeral services were held Thursday, March 14, at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, with elders Harold Johnson and Tony Edwards officiating. Burial was in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

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SAMUEL OREN JONES Samuel Oren Jones, 77, of St. Albans, passed away March 9, 2013, at Golden Living Center Riverside, St. Albans. Oren was born October 20, 1935, in Roane County, and was the eldest son of the late Clifford and Nora Davis Jones.

Oren is survived by his wife, Marie; children, Clifford (Becky) and Vivien Bowyer (Dana); and grandchildren, Nathan, Jacob, Jana, Hannah and Samuel. Oren

is also survived by brothers, Ed (Carol) and Glenn (Terri); sisters, Judy Burgroff, Mary "Teensie" Arnett (Al), Martha "Babs" Foley and Jenny Wilcox (Jerry); and brother-in-law, Gene Burdette; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Freda Burdette; and a son, Glenn.

Oren was a gentle and honorable man. He always had a smile and warm demeanor for friends and family alike. He was truly a joy in the presence of those around him. Oren started at a very early age working in the baking industry and retired from managing The Donut House in South Charleston. He also served in the U.S. Army.

Oren had two well-known passions in life; he had a love for rock 'n' roll music and was a notable prize-winning dancer in many area establishments. Later on he became a true WVU sports fan. If there ever was a WVU Hall of Fame Fan Club, Oren Jones would be enshrined to the highest level. He truly loved the Mountaineers!

Oren's wonderful memory will live in the hearts and minds of many!

THELMA D. LANHAM It is with mournful hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our mother, Thelma Dean Lanham.

Thelma, 88, of St. Albans, went to be with Jesus on March 5, 2013, after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Lanham; infant son, Kenneth Lanham; and grandson, Kenny McComas.

She lovingly left behind her four daughters, Dean Ann Levisay and her husband, Vernon of Minn., Sammie Lanham of Marietta, Georgia, Rae Edwards and her husband, Wayne of Alum Creek and Faye Gibson and her husband, Jim of St. Albans. Her six grandchildren; and 11 greatgrandchildren will immeasurably miss her tender heart, old school songs and her famous strawberry shortcake and apple dumplings.

Thelma was an active member of Spring Hill Baptist Church, a spiritual mother, whose virtuous wisdom and acts of selfless service touched the lives of many.

Thelma's family would like to extend a special thank you to Betty Thompson for the care and companionship she provided her in the last few months of her life.

"Say not in grief that she is no more, but say in thankfulness that she was. A death is not the extinguishing of a light, but the putting out of the lamp because the dawn has come." -R. Tagore.

A celebration of Thelma's life was held Sunday, March 10, 2013 at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

The family requests donations to be made to Union Mission Brookside, 705 South Park Road,

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ROBERT WAYNE LEACH Robert Wayne Leach, 50, of Nitro, passed away Monday, March 4, 2013.

Born January 12, 1963, in Charleston, Robert was a son of the late Susan Lee Henry and Robert Raymond Leach of St. Albans.

Robert loved fishing and NASCAR racing.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his children, Emily Lucille and Sara Lee Leach, both of St. Albans, and Robert W. Leach Jr. of Nitro, and their mother, Amy Leach Lewis of St. Albans; sisters, Bobbie Jo Morris of Fraziers Bottom and Robin Carnell of Charleston; stepsisters, Lisa Thompson of Milton, Tracy Davis of Sissonville and Nichole Pridemore of Winfield; stepbrother, Charles Losito of Cross Lanes.

Memorial services were held Friday, March 8, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Mike Hager officiating.

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

Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, was in charge of arrangements.

KENNETH "UNCLE BUB" LYON "A parent's love cannot be paid back but it can be passed on."

Oh may all who come behind us find us faithful. May the fire of our devotion light their way; May the footprints that we leave lead them to believe, And the lives we live inspire them to obey. -Mohr Kenneth "Uncle Bub" Lyon, 83, of Huntington, went to be with his Lord, Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, Huntington.

Loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Ken was born June 9, 1929, in Marting, W.Va., to the late Guy Hobert and Mayme Kuhn Lyon. He was predeceased by brothers, Jack Elverson Lyon, Warren C. Lyon; and nephews, Edward Perry Smith and Warren C. Lyon II. He graduated from South Charleston High School in 1947 and attended the University of Mississippi. He served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He retired Principle Engineer and Construction Site Manager of the Texas City Plant of Union Carbide after 46 years of service, and his staff respected and enjoyed working for him.

Ken was a respected and honorable man, the love he gave and his sense of humor will be remembered by all who knew him.

During his career with Union Carbide, Ken worked at South Charleston, Institute, Port Lavaca, and Brownsville, Texas

and Puerto Rico.

While at Texas City, he served as Chairman of the Houston Business Roundtable. He was an ordained Baptist Deacon serving the First Baptist Church of LaMarque, Texas, where he served as Chairman of Deacons and taught adult and high school Sunday school classes. He enjoyed singing praises to his Lord in the choir or audience. He started a "Silver Dollar Club" in his Sunday school class and awarded a Silver Dollar to each youth as they memorized the books of the Bible. He was always available to help where needed.

He also coached church youth basketball and softball teams.

While in Victoria, he coached little league baseball successfully.

Ken played every boy on the team in every game.

When living in St. Albans, Ken and family were members of Highlawn Baptist Church, where he actively worked with the youth and coached little league baseball and PTA women's basketball teams. After retiring from Union Carbide in Texas, he moved to Huntington and was a member of Lewis Memorial Baptist Church.

Survived by his loving and devoted wife, Patty Rader Lyon of 63 years; sons, Dr. Kenneth W. Lyon (Margie) of Huntington, Rev. Kevin L. Lyon (Donna) of Greenbrier, Ark.; daughter, Patricia Lyon Musick of League City, Texas; grandchildren, Kevin W. Lyon (Deborah) of Fayetteville, Ark., Jacob Lyon and Jennifer Lyon of Huntington, Stephen Todd (Amanda) of Marion, Ark., Joshua Lyon and Elizabeth Ann Lyon of Greenbrier, Ark.; sister, Nora L. Smith of Charleston; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Dr. Kim and Jackie Poole of Belpre, Ohio.; nephews, Dr. Charles Smith, Guy Smith, Guy Elverson Lyon, Dr. Trevor Poole, Dude Poole and Jack W. Lyon; nieces, Jacqueline Kessinger, Mayme Roettig, Dr. Tracy Swerlein; and several great nieces and great nephews whom he loved dearly and they referred to him as "Uncle Bub." The families always enjoyed Thanksgiving holiday at Uncle Bub's and Aunt Patty's. His family is extremely grateful to have had him for 83 years and the profound influence he had on their lives.

Funeral services were held Saturday March 9, 2013 at BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans with the Rev. Kevin L. Lyon, Dr. David Lemming, and the Rev. Richard Sexton officiating. Burial was in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

We would like to thank Teays Valley Assisted Living for their love and care over the past year.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, 3100 Staunton Road, Huntington, WV or to the Building Fund of Greenbrier United Methodist Church, 2 Tyler Street, Greenbrier, AR 72058.

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

KENNETH RICHARD MANN JR. Kenneth Richard Mann Jr., 69, of St. Albans, passed away at his home on March 5, 2013, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born September 26, 1943, in Oak Hill, a son of Kenneth and Mildred Mann Sr. Kenneth is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Sandy; his daughter, Keri Ferro and her husband, Chris; his grandchildren, Abigail Welcome and Braxton Ferro; sister, Jane Hixon of Chesapeake, Va.; sister-in-law, Connie Caldwell of Charlotte, N.C.; and uncle, Dewey W. Mann of Nitro and his wife, Ruth. He will be mourned by his niece and nephew, Julee and Jack Hixon of Chesapeake, Va.; niece, Lisa Caldwell Dessert of Celebration, Fla.; nephew, J.H. Caldwell of Charlotte, N.C.; and cousins, Pat Linkermann of Murfreesboro, Tenn., Richard Mann of Richmond, Va., Bruce Mann of Roanoke, Va., and Ellen Mann, Wilson Mann and Linda Kelly, all of Charleston.

Kenny, as he was known to all of his friends, was the manager of Andrews Floor and Wall Covering Company for more than 40 years.

He previously taught school and was a coach at Van High School.

Kenny graduated from Glenville State College. He was an avid runner and biker and proved to be an excellent golfer.

He will be remembered by all who knew him for his kindness and caring concern for all and for the boundless love he showed for his family.

Celebration of Kenny's life was held Saturday, March 9, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with the Rev. Rodney Smith officiating.

Friends are encouraged to make donations to Kanawha Hospice, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Lorie Haber, RN, for her kind and professional care during Kenny's illness.

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

DR. HARRY L. NEWELL Dr. Harry L. Newell of St. Albans passed away Friday, March 8, 2013, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston.

Born March 28, 1930, in Converse, Ind., he was a son of the late Dr. Andrew S. Newell and Emma Newell. The elder Dr. Newell was an old-time family physician who made house calls.

He died when Harry was 12 years old.

Born and raised in a rural town, Harry became experienced in and around the farming community. He worked several summers on his uncle's farm and received a full-rounded educa-

March 23-24,2013 – Page 11 tion in the raising of chickens, feeding hogs and milking cows.

With his experience in farming Harry began working at Brown's Hatchery at the age of 14. His responsibilities included loading and unloading of eggs, loading incubators and removing baby chicks as they hatched on a twice weekly basis. While at the hatchery, Harry became certified as a pullorum tester, a disease that infected chicks soon after hatching. He was the youngest tester in Indiana at the time and attended Purdue University for 10 days to receive his certification. It was this experience that created his interest in veterinary medicine.

Harry worked for the Brown Hatchery throughout his high school and college years that he spent getting his B.S. degree in agriculture from Purdue University. He also met, fell in love with and married Helen Joyce Mitchell, a secretary he met at Brown's Hatchery. After graduation from Purdue, Harry was accepted at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Together they worked their way through veterinary School, Joyce in the registrar’s office and Harry as a librarian and janitor at the University. Harry came to West Virginia as an intern at the Charleston Veterinary Hospital during his third and final year at Ohio State. Upon graduation, Dr. Newell returned to the Charleston Veterinary Hospital and the newly built Avalon Dog and Cat Hospital in South Charleston. After five years Dr. Newell established a hospital of his own in St. Albans, the Gateway Animal Hospital. At the same time he opened two parttime clinics in Madison and Logan. Both clinics were later converted to full-time veterinary hospitals.

Dr. Newell, during his 40 years in the profession, owned and operated eight veterinary hospitals in the state of West Virginia: Gateway Animal Hospital, St. Albans; Avalon Dog & Cat Hospital, South Charleston; Logan Animal Hospital, Logan; Madison Animal Hospital, Madison; Williamson Animal Hospital, Williamson; Phillips Animal Hospital, Charleston; Hurricane Veterinary Clinic, Hurricane; and Academy Animal Hospital, St. Albans.

Dr. Newell did not limit his abilities to the practice of veterinary medicine. Other accomplishments include: member of the West Virginia State House of

Delegates, 1977 through 1978; a lobbyist for the West Virginia Medical Association for more than 20 years; and he served two terms as president of the West Virginia Veterinary Medical Association, as well as the offices leading to president. He was the West Virginia delegate to the American Veterinary Medical Association for 15 years and served six years on the West Virginia Veterinary Licensing Board, serving as president or secretary-treasurer for six years. Dr. Newell served more than 25 years on The Ohio State University Omega Tau Sigma Veterinary Fraternity Board and received the 1973 Gamma Award for his contribution to the university and fraternity; was the recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award 1981 from The Ohio State University; and was the recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award in 1988 from the College of Veterinary Medicine at OSU. His community achievements included: 35-year member and past president of the St. Albans Rotary Club and, in 1993, he was designated as a Paul Harris Fellow; past president of the Purdue Alumni Association of West Virginia; past president of the South Charleston Optimist Club; past president of the University Club of Charleston; past treasurer of the South Charleston Community Civic Council; past member of the Kanawha County Parks and Recreation Commission; past secretary-treasurer of the Kanawha Valley Private Industry Council; member of the Kanawha Country Club; past member of the board of directors of the Bank of St. Albans; and member of Washington Masonic Lodge No. 73 AF&AM, Scottish Rite Bodies, Shriners and Jesters of Charleston. He was the former owner of a stable and farm for the production and exhibition of American Saddlebred Horses; a member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church of St. Albans; a long-time member and past president of the St. Albans Chamber of Commerce; and was the recipient of the "Key to the City" award from the city of St. Albans in 1995.

Dr. Newell had been a longtime resident of St. Albans; along with his wife, Joyce, they raised three children. In 2012 his beloved wife, Joyce, preceded him in death. He is survived by his children, Kimberly Jo Newell of Cary, N.C., Michael Andrew

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Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 12, at BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with the Rev. Loretta Isaiah officiating. Additional services will be at Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Converse, Ind., and burial will be in Thrailkill Cemetery, Indiana.

Local arrangements were under the direction of BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, and out-of-town arrangements were under the direction of Owen-WeilertDuncan Funeral Home, Converse, Ind.

RHONDA LYNN PAGE Rhonda Lynn Page, 62, of St. Albans, formerly of Campbells Creek, passed away March 9, 2013, at home following a short, one-year illness.

She was the former owner and florist of Rhonda's Flower Shop on Campbells Creek and was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in St. Albans.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Willard and Velva Enochs Warner; sister, Sandy; and brother, David.

Surviving are her husband, Larry Page; brother and sister-inlaw, Michael and Janie Warner of Roanoke, Va.; sister and brotherin-law, Cheryl and Harvey Hanshaw of Temple, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 13, at Faith Missionary Baptist Church, St. Albans, with the Rev. Mike Hager officiating. Burial was in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane.

The family suggests that donations are made to Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 701 MacCorkle Ave. SW, St. Albans, WV 25177.

JEREMY CHARLES STALNAKER Jeremy Charles Stalnaker, 25, of Kanawha City, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2013.

Jeremy had worked for the West Virginia Troopers Association as a sales representative and as a cook at Bob Evans.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Brian Mathew Stalnaker II; paternal grandmother, Wanda Fay Stalnaker; maternal grandfather, Larry Cartmill; uncle, Charles E. Stalnaker; and great-grandmother, Norma Lee Alexander.

Jeremy is survived by his son, Aden Mathew Stalnaker of Teays Valley; mother, Cynthia Cartmill; father, Brian Stalnaker; maternal grandmother, Phyllis Cartmill, all of Kanawha City; paternal grandfather, Larry Stalnaker of Mink Shoals; sister, Hillarie Withrow, her husband, Ronnie, and their sons, Ronnie II and Connor, of St. Albans; sister, Hannah Stalnaker of Florida; and brother, Chase Byrne of Kanawha City.

A tribute to Jeremy's life was held Tuesday, March 12, at Harding Funerals & Cremations with Pastor John Reed officiating. Interment followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House.

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

Harding Funerals & Cremations, Kanawha City, assisted the Stalnaker family.

JERL D. STONESTREET Mr. Jerl D. Stonestreet, 68, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., died Thursday, February 28, 2013, at the Medstar Rehabilitation Center in Conway, S.C. Jerl was born September 3, 1944, in Charleston, son of the late Delmer and Grovie Hughart Stonestreet. He was preceded in death by his brother, Garel Stonestreet; sister, Wanda Burford; niece, Kitty Burford; and nephew, Charlie Burford.

He worked for the Hooten Equipment Co, Charleston, W.Va.

Marriott Corp., and most recently The Alabama Theater, Myrtle Beach, S.C. Surviving are his wife, Margaret Kay Stonestreet; two daughters, Casey Gibson and husband, Travis of Hurricane, and Tonia Smiley of Summit Point; sister, Faye Baldwin of Charleston; and grandson, Kayden Gibson; and granddaughter, Elisabeth Smiley.

He was also survived by a special nephew, Dennis Baldwin and wife, Mary of Charleston; nieces, Jennifer Hughart and husband, John, Pam Murray and husband, Eric, Vanessa Harper, Paulette Joosten and husband, Skip, Laura Ball and husband, Frank, Penny Songer and husband, Charlie; nephews, Jerry Burford and wife, Doris, Rev. Raymond Stonestreet and wife, Elaine, Rodney Stonestreet and wife, Angela; also 18 great-nephews and nieces; and a host of great-great-nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life was held Saturday March 9, 2013 at Baber Agee United Methodist Church, Rocky Fork Road with the Rev. Raymond D. Stonestreet officiating.

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BILLIE MARIE THACKER Billie Marie Thacker, 85, of Hurricane, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013, at her home.

Born November 11, 1927, in Charleston, she was a daughter of the late William I. and Sadie Smith Casto. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Harvey "Pete" Thacker.

Billie was a member of First Baptist Church, Hurricane, and was a homemaker.

Surviving are her caregivers, who include her youngest son, Ronnie Thacker, his wife, Mary, and Mary's sister, Phyllis Call, all of Hurricane. Also surviving are her eldest son, David Thacker of Hurricane; her daughter, Teresa Bailey of Ohio; her grandchildren, Eileen Thacker of Germany,

The Putnam Standard Brandon and Brittany Theodore of Ohio, Anthony Porter of North Carolina and Robin Call of Milton; and her great-grandchildren, Madison Porter, Brandon Begel, Anthony Porter Jr., Cody Call, Allison Call and Justin Call.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 13, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Dr. James Lutz officiating.

Burial was in Forest Memorial Park, Milton.

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

CHARLES E. THORNTON Mr. Charles E. Thornton, 80, of Liberty, passed away March 8, 2013, from a short illness.

He was a lifelong resident of Liberty and was a Baptist by faith.

He was retired from the Boilermakers Union Local No. 667.

Charles was the eldest son of the late Rufus and Dicie Thornton. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Beulah; his son, Charles David; and grandson, Ray. He was also preceded by one brother and eight sisters.

He is survived by son, Carlton (Cinda); daughters, Teresa (Gene) and Phyllis (Gilbert); four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one sister, Nadine; one brother, Leonard; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

A tribute to the life of Charles was held Monday, March 11, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Woody Willard officiating. Burial followed in Center Point Cemetery, Liberty.

The family suggests donations are made to Hubbard Hospice House West, 4605 MacCorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309.

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

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, 147 Main St., Poca, is serving the Thornton family.

BETTY "TENNY" SLATER WALLS Betty "Tenny" SlaterWalls, 54, of Charleston, passed away on March 3, 2013, after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hansford and Helen Slater; brother, Kenny Slater; and sister, Mary Martin.

Tenny is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Ann Walls of Charleston; stepsons, Johnny and Jason Walls of St. Albans; grandchildren, Randall Patton III and Tyler Payton; great-grandchildren, Lyzhear and May'zhae Patton; brothers, Hanky Slater, Buddy Slater, Wayne Slater, Stevie Slater, and Charlie Slater; sisters, Sherrie Thomas and Sissy Pauley, all of Charleston.

A graveside service was held Friday, March 8 atWalker's Cemetery, Tupper's Creek.

Arrangements were in care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

Donations may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.

RICHARD LEE WOODS Richard Lee Woods, 53, of St. Albans, passed away March 3, 2013, in Cleveland, Ohio.

He was born November 19, 1959, in Kanawha County, a son of Julian and Charlene Pate Woods.

Richard was a foreman for the city of St. Albans. He was a great and loving husband and father and was good to others. He taught a lot of people how to live. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Eva Linda; daughters, Jessica Lee Woods and Sarah Beth Woods; grandchildren, Zachary and Emily Woods and Maisie and Valkarie Lee Broyles; brothers, Jerry, Chester and Jim Woods; and sisters, Nancy Wileman, Sharon Woods, and Carolyn Paul.

A celebration of Richard's life was held Saturday, March 9, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with H.R. Whittington officiating as celebrant.

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

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Community News

The Putnam Standard

Art, Wine and Love

By Justin Waybright justin@theputnamstandard.com

HURRICANE - More than 60 gathered at First State Bank to honor Phil Hudson’s legacy.

Men and women of all ages joined in painting unique pieces of art to honor his memory.

Uncork & Create of Charleston hosted the event. Many participants sipped on their favorite wine, painted and enjoyed the evening.

Joy covered the atmosphere.

Hudson’s daughters Emily and Abby were happy to keep their father’s memories alive.

“It’s a fun time and experience,” the girls said. “It’s a fun way to remember our dad.”

Event organizer Cindy Ball was pleased to offer an evening outing for a great cause. She looked toward the sell-out crowd.

“This is phenomenal,” she said.

“Everyone will take a piece of him [Phil Hudson] home with them tonight.”

Paintbrushes swirled and stroked canvases. Wine trickled into glasses.

Hurricane resident Sarah Boyd smiled.

“I’m here for the cause,” she said.

“It’s wonderful to keep the memory

An unforgettable legacy - Emily and Abby Hudson honor their father during Tuesday’s event. Photo by Justin Waybright of someone alive - Hurricane is very family-oriented, and to keep that going, the community participates in just about anything.”

Participant Traci Dunmire enjoyed coming out for a good cause.

To her, events like this are vital to show support and encouragement to those who need it most.

“We need to be proactive because she [Mrs. Hudson] is a single mother now with two daughters to

raise, and we need to keep his [Phil Hudson’s] memory alive,” said Dunmire. “Bereavement is a hard process to go through, and anything you can do to make someone smile is worth it.”

JodyWamsley, assistant with Uncork & Create agreed. She was happy to participate in the Tuesday’s event.

“I love when everyone smiles and gets excited,” saidWamsley. “It’s fun

Uncorking love - Several paint to support the Phil Hudson Memorial Scholarship Fund during an Uncork & Create event Tuesday evening. Photo by Justin Waybright to see everyone enjoy themselves.”

Proceeds raised during the event not only continued Hudson’s legacy, but provided money for two Hurricane High School scholarships, known as the Phil Hudson Memorial Scholarship Fund.

To give to this cause, send dona-

tions to Hurricane High School, 3350 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV 25526. For more information, e-mail philhudsonmemorialfund@hotmail.com.

To learn more about Uncork & Create, visit www.uncorkandcreate.com.