The Putnam Standard

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

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First Lady to speak at reception for Leadership Putnam

Park dedicated to ‘Rosie the Riveters’ opens

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

SUBMITTED ARTICLE HURRICANE -- A reception to recognize the graduates of Leadership Putnam County will take place on Friday, June 15 at 8:30a.m. at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club in Hurricane.

This reception is open to all Chamber members, past leadership class participants, class sponsors and class presenters.

First Lady Joanne Jaeger Tomblin will address the graduates and guests; the event will also include a buffet breakfast and slide show of the Leadership Putnam County activities.

Now in its 23rd year, Leadership Putnam County is a look behind the scenes, designed to help participants understand community issues and to provide information as to how decisions are made and how services are delivered in our county.

The 12 participants attended a series of nine classes, consisting of on-site visits and presentations by community representatives from all sectors of local government and area business.

There is a $15 cost for the breakfast and reservations are requested by June 13.

For additional information or to make reservations, please call 304-757-6510, email chamber@putnamcounty.org or register online at www.putnamchamber.org

HOW TO REACH US PHONE: (304) 743-6731 FAX: (304) 562-6214

ST. ALBANS – A new roadside park honoring West Virginia's “Rosie the Riveters” opened on Saturday, May 26, along U.S. Route 60 in St. Albans.

The new park, which is believed by organizers to be the first of its kind in the nation, was dedicated during an hour-long ceremony that featured several living “Rosies” from around the state.

The park was the effort of the non-profit group Thanks! Plain and Simple, which supports active duty soldiers and veterans.

Anne Montague, founding director of Thanks! Plain and Simple, said that the part was living proof that communities can still join together for a common purpose, much like they did during World War II. “Our goal is for Americans to pull together as we did in World War II – the task is not to be the only group teaching with Rosies, but to generate a synchronized national effort – to be a model to unite Americans around the value of Rosies,” Montague said.

Montague said that her group

A group from the St. Alban's School of Dance performs a routine dressed as “Little Rosies” during the dedication ceremony for a new roadside park in St. Albans honoring Rosie the Riveters. Photo by Jack Bailey hopes that the new roadside park in St. Albans honoring Rosies serves as a model for other communities across the country to also add similar parks.

“We are becoming an example for American communities to

learn about Rosies, from Rosies.

Our goals has been to involve Rosies in how their own legacy is to be passed on, while inspiring other American communities to follow our lead,” added Jeff Bosley, President of Thanks!

Plain and Simple.

St. Albans Mayor Dick Callaway said it was important to honor the Rosies who played an important role on the homefront during World War II by filling in in a variety of roles traditionally SEE PARK ON PAGE 4

New state veterans cemetery dedicated DUNBAR - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance (WVDVA) Cabinet Secretary Keith Gwinn joined state leaders and West Virginia veterans to commemorate the dedication of the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery on Memorial Day.

Kinnard, a Putnam County native, completed seven tours of duty in Vietnam and was the most highly decorated veteran in Putnam County.

During his retirement, he served as the state commander of the VFW, president of the Hurricane Lions Club as well as held membership in several

military service organizations.

Kinnard played an instrumental role in the establishment of the state's 120-bed veterans nursing facility in Clarksburg and served as Chairman of the West Virginia Veterans Council. Before his passing on Feb. 14, 2009, he asked that his final resting

place be at the new state veterans cemetery.

Monday’s dedication ceremony included remarks by U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, U.S. Rep. Shelley Moore Capito, and Mrs. Rebecca Kinnard, widow of Don SEE CEMETERY ON PAGE 3

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Page 2 – May 29-June 1, 2012 Attention Putnam County Seniors Farmers Market Vouchers will be given out Monday, July 2nd form 9 am – 1 pm at all Putnam Senior Centers.

All seniors must bring identification!

Buffalo Senior Center, #48 Wrights Lane in Buffalo, phone 304-937-3352 Hometown Senior Center, 100 -1st Ave in Hometown, phone 304-937-3352 John Henson Senior Center, 2800 Putnam Avenue in Hurricane, phone 304-562-9451 Nitro (Putnam), 302 21st Street in Nitro, phone 304-755-7592.

Kids Fishing Derby (FREE) Putnam County Parks & Recreation is hosting a fishing derby on June 2 from 10 A.M. - 12 P.M. for ages 2 – 12 yr olds at the Valley (WAVE POOL) Park’s large shelter.

Registration starts at 8:30 a.m.

Free Event……Prizes in multiple age groups.

Private Preschool Registration for Fall Stepping Stones Academy Hurricane is now registering for 3- and 4-year-old private preschool for Fall 2012.

For more information please call 304-201-2505.

Nitro Antique Car Club Cruise-in When: June 1 Where: Putnam County Bank, 300 Hurricane Creek Road, Hurricane, WV Time: From 5 p.m. to dusk.

There is no entry fee for cruise-in events.

For more information, call Paul Lett at 304-755-4187, Earl Taylor at 304-776-2117 or Jeary Mullins at 304-965-1594.

Zumba Classes The Putnam County Parks &

Community Calendar Recreation is having Zumba classes Monday – Thursday, 7 – 8 p.m. and Saturday 11 – 12 noon.

Classes will be held at the Commons located at the Valley (Wave Pool). Cost is $5.00 per class.

Latin Rhythms has become one of the fastest growing dance based fitness craze in the Country. Come out and fun while you exercise.

Alzheimer Support Group Alzheimer support group held on the first Wednesday of each month at 12:00 noon at Hometown Senior Center. There is no charge.

This group is for the caregiver, spouse, or family member of the Alzheimer patient.

Hometown Senior Center is located at 100 First Ave. N. in Hometown.

No need to sign up ahead of time.

For more information you may call 304-586-2745.

partment of Spiritual Care, Counseling, and Mission at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Huntington, WV. The free conference will cover HIPPA regulations that pertain to spiritual care in medical settings, will discuss ways prayer and Scripture reading can be meaningful when visiting the sick and will cover reflective listening skills that persons may want to utilize.

To register call 304-757-9222.

Teays Valley Church of God is located at 4430 Teays Valley Rd. just east of exit 40 off I-64.

Hometown Senior Center Space Rental The Hometown Senior Center is available for rental for showers, birthday parties and other social functions. Reasonably priced, the center has catering available and its dining room seats 75. For reservations or more details, call 304-586-2745.

Swim Lessons St. Francis Bingo St. Francis Church at 525 Holley Street, St. Albans holds Bingo every Monday evening beginning with Early Birds at 5pm.

Concessions are available.

Please call (304) 727-3033 for more information.

Free Hospital Visitation Training Conference in Scott Depot Dr. Gary Patton will be leading a free conference on the ministry of hospital and home visitation on Saturday, June 16th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Teays Valley Church of God in Scott Depot.

Dr. Patton is an Associate Professor in the School of Professional Counseling at Lindsey Wilson College in Columbia, KY. He also serves as the Chaplain for the FBI in West Virginia.

From 1990 until 2005, Dr. Patton was the Director of the De-

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Swim lessons will be held at the Valley Park (Wave Pool) in Hurricane and County Park Pool in Eleanor. Classes are Monday thru Thursday with Friday being a make-up day.

Morning class June 4 – 15 at (9 a.m. or 10 a.m.).

Evening class June 25 – July 6 at (7:15 – 8:15 p.m.).

Morning class July 9 – 20 at (9 a.m. or 10 a.m.).

For more information or to register please call the Park office at (562-0518 ext. 11 or Wave Pool at (562-2355) or the park office at (562-0518 ext. 10) or County Park Pool at (586-3539)

Caving enthusiasts make their way to Lost World Caverns Lost World Caverns is open daily (year-round) from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. (Closed on holidays).

Wild caving tours are also offered. Advanced registration needed for those trips. Call 866228-3778.

Go online at www.lostworldcaverns.com.

Lost World Caverns is located at Exit 169, off I-64, Lewisburg.

Spanish (Middle School Students) Putnam County Parks & Recreation is sponsoring a six week Spanish class ($40.00) Tuesdays June 12 – July 17, 2012 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Class will be held in The Commons at Valley (Wave Pool) Park. Instructor Ana Maria Wentz.

Call (304) 543-7518 or (304) 562-0518 ext. 10 to register.

Scary Creek Paintball Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, 1 - 6 p.m. Sunday, MondayFriday by appointment only (groups of 10 or more).

Open year-round and in operation since 1992, Scary Creek Paintball offers more than 25 acres of paintball fields, including three acres of urban action.

Call 800-870-5973 or go online at www.scarycreek.com. Scary Creek Paintball, 4345 Scary Creek Road, Scott Depot.

Kindergarten Camp St. Francis School, 525 Holley Street, St. Albans will have a Kindergarten Camp June 4 – June 8 from 8:30am – 2:30pm for children entering kindergarten in August.

Participants will have lots of hands-on academic fun geared for kindergarten preparedness.

If you would like to register, please call (304) 727-5690.

Childbirth Education Classes FamilyCare offers ongoing childbirth education classes in the Teays Valley area. These classes discuss birth options, the labor process, medications and more.

This class series meets for four Mondays each month from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Registration is required, and Medicaid patients are welcome. To register, contact Debi Ellis at 304-757-6999, ext 80, or Debi.ellis@familycarewv.org.

John Henson Senior Center Activities The John Henson Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Lunch is served

The Putnam Standard daily at 11:30 a.m.

Regular activities include rook, spades, dominoes and pool daily; preventive exercise with Wilma Bennett, 10:15 a.m. Monday and Wednesday; Fit Start, provided by the YMCA, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; crafts with Glenda Black, 10 a.m. Tuesday; and line dancing, 1 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.

The center also offers in-home respite to caregivers of all seniors 60 and older and caregivers who are caring for those of all ages diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia.

The center is also available to rent on evenings and weekends.

For more information, contact Sally Halstead at 304-562-9451.

Moms & Tots Playgroup offers Weekly Activities Teays Valley Moms and Tots offer weekly activities for children 4 and younger, as well as monthly Mom's Night Outs for mothers. For more information, e-mail tvmomstots@yahoo.com.

Putnam County 4-H camp to host 180 youths Songs, skits and sports – it seems like a simple approach to summertime fun. But for the 180 youths registered for Putnam County 4-H Camp it’s just a few activities in a week of service and learning.

The camp takes place June 2428 at Camp Virgil Tate. This year’s theme is “4-H Camp: Where Dreams Come True”.

Camp activities will be planned around this Disney theme, and includes a “Prince and Princess Ball”.

For more than a century, 4-H has focused on agricultural science, electricity, mechanics, entrepreneurship and natural sciences. Today, 4-H out-ofschool opportunities also exist in subjects like rocketry, robotics, bio-fuels, renewable energy and computer science.

To learn more about new opportunities in the 4-H program and for more information about 4-H Camp, visit www.putnam.ext.wvu.edu, or contact your local WVU Extension Service at 304-586-0217.

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Community News

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CEMETERY FROM PAGE 1 Kinnard as well as honors by the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial state Veterans Cemetery Honor Guard.

"I'm proud of our state's history of service, and I'm pleased so many West Virginians joined together on this Memorial Day to honor West Virginia's veterans," said Tomblin. "I have the utmost respect for our men and women in uniform, and I believe the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery will serve as a worthy resting place for those who have served and sacrificed."

"It was an honor to work with

Don on this project, and we worked very hard to get it started because it's important for our veterans and their families to know they will be remembered always in a place of such honor and distinction," said Rockefeller. "And this memorial is also for West Virginia communities - boy scouts and girl scouts, church groups and school groups, and veterans' organizations - to have the opportunity to show their respect and gratitude by tending to the grounds, placing flags neatly at every marker on Memorial Day and Veterans Day, and by stand-

ing in quiet reflection to feel the legacy of patriotism. This memorial cemetery is the least we can do for our veterans and their families to thank them for what they've done for us."

"Our veterans have given so much to this state and this country, and West Virginians deserve a special place where our fallen can rest and where we can pay tribute," said Manchin. "This beautiful veterans cemetery is a reality today because of the diligent collaboration of so many dedicated people and organizations over the years. I am truly honored to

participate in this special dedication as we remember my dear friend Donel Kinnard and all who have served our nation with the utmost distinction."

"West Virginia has a long, proud history of sending men and women to the front lines. I am honored to participate in the state veterans cemetery dedication ceremony. These special ceremonies are a chance for our community to gather to remember the courage and sacrifice of our nation's veterans. With the utmost respect, I thank the heroes and their families who have

made the ultimate sacrifice.

America will always remember and value their bravery and courage," said Capito.

"So many people worked to bring this project to fruition and those efforts have resulted in a magnificent facility," said Gwinn. "Our men and women in uniform deserve nothing less than a beautiful, honorable final resting place, and that's exactly what they have now. A heartfelt thanks to everyone who played a role in making this happen and to all who came out to show their support today."

Golf Tournament to benefit Veterans suffering from PTSD ROANOKE -- The third annual West Virginia Golf Tournament to support the work of Mission: PTSD will be held Saturday, June 2, at Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, W.Va. Mission: PTSD is a private, non-profit comprehensive, intense clinical retreat and treatment facility for veterans suffering from combat related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

The group is dedicated to serving military men and women with combat related PTSD during or after their serv-

ice.

The group held its first fundraising golf tournament at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club three years ago. Since then it has added a similar golf tournament in the state of Texas.

The cost to play in the June 2 tournament at Stonewall Resort is $125 per person and the tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. on June 2. Events and activities included as part of the tournament are a hole in one contest, longest drive contest, closest to

the pin contest, a raffle and a dinner buffet after the tournament.

Discounted rooms are available for participants on June 1 and June 2 at Stonewall Resort.

Just mention Mission: PTSD when booking a room.

Stonewall Resort may be reached at (304) 269-7400 or (888) 278-8150.

All proceeds from the golf tournament benefit Mission: PTSD, veterans and their families.

Mission: PTSD was founded

in 2008 to work with veterans suffering from PTSD. Government data has shown that the suicide rate among 18to 29-year-old men who've left the military has gone up significantly.

CBS News first revealed that young veterans in their early 20's were killing themselves at an unusually high rate back in late 2007. Using 2004 and 2005 data, CBS News discovered that the rate of suicide among young veterans was an estimated two to four times higher

than any other age group.

Data released by the Department of Veterans Affairs shows the suicide rate went up 26 percent from 2005 to 2007. It's assumed that most of the veterans in this age group served in Iraq or Afghanistan.

Of the 30,000 suicides each year in America, about 20 percent are committed by veterans.

For more information about Mission: PTSD visit the group's website at www.missionptsd.org, or call (240) 880-7566.

The Clay Center to offer free admission to military personnel SUBMITTED ARTICLE CHARLESTON -- In honor of the service of our many men and women in uniform, the Clay Center will once again offer free gallery admission to all active duty, National Guard and Reserve military personnel and their families through the Blue Star Museums program this summer.

Running from Memorial Day through Labor Day, the program is a partnership between Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Center joins more than 1,500 museums that will offer free admission to military families in 2012.

As an added bonus, the Center will also offer discounted prices of $2 to planetarium shows and $3 to giant screen films.

The Blue Star Museum program is the product of Blue Star Families, a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization that raises awareness of the challenges and strengths of mil-

itary family life. Joining Blue Star Families in the project is the National Endowment for the Arts, a public agency dedicated to supporting excellence in the arts, bringing the arts to all Americans and providing leadership in arts education.

The free admission program is available to any bearer of a

Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), a DD Form 1173 ID card or a DD Form 1173-1 ID card, which includes active duty military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard), National Guard and Reserve members and up to five immediate family members.

For more information, visit

www.theclaycenter.org or call 304-561-3570. Clay Center hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

The complete listing of participating Blue Star Museums in available at www.arts.gov.

Send us your community news.

Call 304-743-6731 Fax 304-562-6214 E-mail jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

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New South Charleston auto parts maker now accepting applications SUBMITTED ARTICLE CHARLESTON – WorkForce West Virginia is now accepting employment applications for the position of production worker at Gestamp (formerly Charleston Stamping and Manufacturing).

Gestamp has partnered with United Talent for staffing services to fill these production worker positions.

Selected applicants will be

hired by United Talent for a period of time prior to being considered for employment directly with Gestamp.

Selected applicants will need to successfully pass both a background check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Interested job seekers must apply in person from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Charleston WorkForce office located at 1321 Plaza East

next to the ballpark.

Job seekers outside the Charleston area can report in person to their local WorkForce West Virginia office to apply.

More information and local office locations are online at www.workforcewv.org.

On April 10, Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin announced that Gestamp, an $11 billion international company, will create hun-

dreds of new jobs and invest a minimum of $100 million at the former stamping plant in South Charleston.

Gestamp is an international group dedicated to the design, development and manufacture of metal components and structural systems for the automotive industry.

Gestamp is a leading supplier of clients such as Volkswagen, Re-

nault-Nissan, Peugeot-Citroen, Daimler, General Motors Corp., Ford, Chrysler, Daewo, BMW, Fiat, Iveco, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Opel, Saab, Seat, Suzuki, Skoda, Volvo, Hyundai and Toyota.

WorkForce West Virginia is a cooperative effort to provide one-stop delivery of career services to job seekers and employers.

Small business workshop to be held in Winfield June 14 SUBMITTED ARTICLE WINFIELD — A workshop on “Business Fundamentals” is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, June 14, in Winfield.

The workshop is part of the West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WVSBDC) training and business coaching program

Three Step Jump Start to help small business owners receive the right information at the right time.

The workshop will be held in the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, 5664 State Route 34, Winfield.

To register, call Dreama Wolf-

ingbarger at (304) 957-2083 or email dreama.l.wolfingbarger@wv.gov.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

Three Step Jump Start helps entrepreneurs and small busi-

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tion ceremony to help them identify more.

“We only have a short time and it is a humungous job,” she said.

As part of the park's dedication ceremony, Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin proclaimed May 26 as West Virginia Rosie the Riveter Day. Organizers said that Memorial Day weekend was chosen to: 1.)

Raise America’s awareness that only a short time remains to help Rosies teach what they have contributed to freedom, more options for women, and the value of elderly persons to America today, and 2.) Help prepare the community for anticipated na-

tional media coverage by fall.

Montague told those in attendance at the ceremony that a television crew from NBC's 'Today' Show had been in West Virginia and had interviewed 50 Rosies for a planned story that will air in August.

“That will give us national attention,” she said.

H. “Woody” Williams, West Virginia’s only living Medal of Honor recipient and a board member for “Thanks!” said, “My message to veterans, Rosies and all who learn from us is, ‘We did it together.’ The message in the park is, ‘America can do it together, again.’ The message in having the park and other projects to share with America is, “The more

filled by men.

“It is important that we honor these ladies,” Callaway said.

“These ladies stayed here and backed the war effort. It was no small thing for everyone involved in the war effort. Young people today don't remember what these ladies did. We need to pass their message on to those who follow us.”

Montague said that so far her group has identified 170 living Rosies in West Virginia and asked the more than 100 people in attendance at the park's dedica-

May Birthdays!

Happy Birthday to ALL Mikaela Rice Michael Sims Ronald Sims Dale B. Smith Mitzi Spangler Dallas Wallace Dakota Weant Joan Wysong Pat Townsend Shelby Turley Dan Wallace Teddy Wallace If you - or someone you know Windell Wallace will be celebratrating a birthday Katheryn White in the coming months...

Ella Wilson Call 304-743-6731 and give us Kay Wilmoth their name - OR just email the Lewellyn Wilkinson information to Shirley Wray trudyblack@theputnamstandard.com

ness owners in West Virginia accelerate their potential success by learning the structure and services provided by WVSBDC. The first step is to view the Three Step Jump Start video on the agency’s website, www.wvsbdc.org.

Individuals can then attend

the Business Fundamentals workshop, designed specifically for start-ups and new businesses. The workshop provides essential information on what an entrepreneur needs to know to start a business successfully.

There is a $35 per person fee per workshop.

Anne Montague of Thanks! Plain and Simple speaks at the dedication ceremony for a new roadside park in St. Albans honoring Rosie the Riveters. Photo

by Jack Bailey ways we have to educate, the

more people will learn and work together across America.’”

For more information, contact Thanks! Plain and Simple at (304) 776-4743, or by e-mail at thanksplainandsimple@earthlink.net or managingbetter@earthlink.net.

You can also visit the group's website at www.thanksplainandsimple.com.

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Thacker becomes first state woman appointed to U.S. Circuit Judge

By Kyla Asbury www.wvrecord.com

CHARLESTON - Stephanie Thacker was sworn in as the newest circuit judge for the Fourth Circuit of the United States on Tuesday.

Thacker, a Hamlin native, is the first woman from West Virginia to serve as a judge in the Fourth Circuit. She was appointed to the bench after the death of M. Blane Michael last year.

U.S. Sens. Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin were present at Thacker's investiture, as well as Chief United States District Judge for the Southern District of West Virginia Joseph R. Goodwin, Thacker's family, friends and some former co-workers.

"Judge Thacker is already an award-winning public servant," Rockefeller said. "She had a re-

spect for the law and passion, but she also has an endless work ethic, wisdom and sincerity to bring with her to the Fourth Circuit."

Manchin said Thacker will be following in the footsteps of giants.

"But, I know she will do it and she will do it well," Manchin said. "I have no doubt she will make a highly successful judge."

United States Circuit Judge for the Fourth Circuit Robert B. King said Thacker's investiture was a grand occasion as there were 11 of the now 15 Fourth Circuit judges attending the event.

King said only eight West Virginians until Thacker had been judges in the Fourth Circuit court.

"Of the eight West Virginians who have served on the Fourth Circuit court, only two were ap-

pointed without the approval of Robert C. Byrd," King said. "This is truly a historic event and Judge Thacker is a distinguished appointee to the bench."

Goodwin said Thacker's legal career and her knowledge will equal her predecessors.

"The only thing small about Judge Thacker is her stature," Goodwin said. "She had a big brain, a big heart and a big commitment to the justice system.

You could not ask for a better person for the job."

Two of Thacker's former coworkers, David B. Thomas and Susan M. Robinson, both from Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC remarked on Thacker's legal career and her history, as well as their friendships with her.

"She is a true inspiration and a tremendous addition to the court," Thomas said. "She is a worthy successor."

Robinson said Thacker was always a tough person and a fighter.

"She is the most driven person I know," Robinson said. "She is always prepared and she has always made it her commitment to do the best job she could, no matter how big or small the commitment is."

Robinson remarked that although Thacker did not win the Golden Horseshoe when she was in eighth grade, her name will be on the test for many years to come.

Thacker said she was still overwhelmed to be part of the Fourth Circuit.

"I am truly honored and humbled to be a member of this court," Thacker said. "Never in my wildest dreams did I expect or imagine I would be sitting here today."

Thacker said when she re-

ceived the call last May and was asked to consider having her name put in for Michael's vacancy on the bench, she was flattered and honored, but was surprised at the thought of it.

"I just took a deep, cleansing breath-like they teach you in yoga-and thought, 'that is the craziest thing I have ever heard,'" Thacker said. "I never imagined I would be here. I want to thank my mother for saying I should go to law school, because that wasn't my idea and she's proven once again that your mother always knows best."

Thacker graduated from Marshall University in 1987 and West Virginia University College of Law in 1990. She was a federal prosecutor for 12 years.

The Fourth Circuit consists of the states of Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

Next Business After Hours set for June 14 in Scott Depot SUBMITTED ARTICLE SCOTT DEPOT The next Business After Hours sponsored by the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce will take place at Professional Floor and Wall Covering and the World of Seafood in Scott Depot from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 14.

Business After Hours provides

a social, but professional venue for business people to make new contacts and expand their presence in the business community.

Professional Floor and Wall Covering is located at 4010 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot, WV 25526.

Participation is open to all Chamber members and their

guests. The cost to attend is $15 per person, RSVPs are required and pre-payment is appreciated.

There will be a cash drawing sponsored by BB&T valued at $600, but you must be present to win.

The Chamber will continue to draw until there is a winner present.

Food and refreshments will also be included in a relaxed social setting.

Additionally, the Chamber identifies future Business of the Month winners from the calling cards of those in attendance.

RSVPs are required by Tuesday, June 12.

To obtain membership information or to make reservations, please contact the Chamber at 304.757.6510 or chamber@putnamcounty.org.

RABIES CLINICS 2012 A SERVICE OF GODFREY’S ANIMAL CLINIC

Cancer survivors day event set for Sunday SUBMITTED ARTICLE HUNTINGTON – The staff of the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center will honor people who are living with and beyond cancer during their annual Cancer Survivors Day celebration June 3 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Cancer survivors and their immediate families are invited to join staff and physicians from the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center, Cabell Huntington Hospital and the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine for lunch, music and activities on the parking lot in front of

the Cancer Center.

RSVPs are required by calling 304-399-6500.

The theme of this year’s celebration is “Hope Shines,” and as part of that theme, survivors will be invited to enjoy a “day at the beach.” JB Miller, a long-time local DJ, will be the emcee for the event to provide music and opportunities for survivors to share

their personal stories of hope.

National Cancer Survivors Day is an annual celebration of life.

22nd l Bend Area Gospel Jubilee Annua June 5th thru 9th

Jackson County Jr. Fairgrounds • Cottageville, WV

Singing June 5-8 • 5:00 p.m. till ?

Singing June 9 • 3:00 p.m. till ?

Over 40 groups including: • Primitive Quartet • Wade Spencer • Browders • New Calvary Echoes • Mike Upright

Free Admission

Information Call (304) 882-2049 EVELYN ROUSH, Promoter

DOG VACCINES RABIES VACCINE DISTEMPER (DHLP) $12.00 $8.00 PARVOVIRUS $12.00 LYMES VACCINE $25.00 BORDATELLA (KENNEL COUGH) $12.00

CAT VACCINES DISTEMPER LEUKEMIA F.I.P.

$12.00 $15.00 $30.00

DATE MAY 31

DAY THURSDAY

LOCATION ROCK BRANCH ELEMENTARY POCA MIDDLE SCHOOL

TIME 5:30 - 6:30 P.M. 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.

JUNE 5

TUESDAY

SCOTT DEPOT FOODLAND

5:30 - 7:00 P.M.

JUNE 7

THURSDAY

BANCROFT FIRE DEPARTMENT RED HOUSE POST OFFICE

5:30 - 6:30 P.M. 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.

JUNE 12

TUESDAY

TRACTOR SUPPLY

5:30 - 7:00 P.M.

JUNE 14

THURSDAY

BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL ELEANOR FIRE DEPARTMENT

5:30 - 7:00 P.M. 7:30 - 8:30 P.M.

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5:30 - 6:30 P.M. 7:30 - 8:30 P.M.

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6:30 - 8:00 P.M.

JUNE 26

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The Putnam Standard

Outdoor News

Gar are Survivors

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

They look like dinosaurs and, in a way, they are.

Longnose gar are a common site for any fisherman, they look like small logs submerged just below the water surface. Sometimes, they will take a lure, but rarely are they hooked. It's hard to get a hook into their bony jaws and the gar is such a bony fish, people rarely eat them. I say “rarely” because there is somebody, I'm sure, who eats pretty much everything, but I have never heard of anybody eating one.

Some people consider them a nuisance and kill them out of hand with the assumption that gar eat too many gamefish. However, they mostly dine on minnows. Their jaws are too narrow to eat anything large enough that you would want to catch it.

In the old days – and I hope

people are above this now – many gars caught had their jaws smashed and thrown back in the water to starve. They are fascinating creatures and their effect on gamefish is minimal. In fact, they have coexisted with gamefish for millions of years.

The site of gar lazily hanging out just below the water's surface was a sight as common to dinosaurs as it is to us. When dinosaurs ruled the land, the gar dominated West Virginia waters.

The only fish that could actually take on a gar – and I've never seen this happen, mind you – the muskellunge, has not been around nearly as long.

I grew up on the bank of the Elk River in Kanawha County. It was a place where everybody fished, partly because we had this fabulous river at a doorstep and partly because there was nothing else to do. I spent much of my childhood fishing and watching gar lazily drift by. You can learn a lot about animals by watching them do nothing.

I was amazed by their toughness and their lack of fear. Fish are naturally skittish, but gars have no reason to be. After all, they survived the mass-extinction that took out the dinosaurs.

They are survivors, not only obviously tougher than dinosaurs; they remain a top-of-the-foodchain fish in our waters today.

My first day of school at Herbert Hoover High School, I sneaked out of orientation with some friends and walked down

to the bank of the Elk River behind the school. There were three gar hovering motionless at the surface of the water. One of my friends picked up a large log – he was a very large, strong boy – and heaved it out in the river between them. They rose and fell with the wake of the log, but didn't flinch. Gar are fearless. You have to respect that.

Usually when you see a gar, it's at the surface, doing seemingly nothing. At least it looks like they are doing nothing, but they are actually engaged in one of the core activities that separates us from fish – breathing air. That's right, gar breathe air. I'm not making this up.

Gar don't always breathe air.

They also have gills for dissolving oxygen from water, like all other fish, but their ability to breathe air is one of the secrets to this fish's survival throughout the epochs. In a situation where oxygen levels are low and other fish die en masse, the gar can get as much as 70 percent of its oxygen from the air.

The world-wide catastrophe that killed all the dinosaurs was no match for the gar. Not only can it survive low oxygen levels by breathing air, it can also shrug off extremely high temperatures that would kill most fish.

As long as he stays wet and the water isn't boiling, a gar will be just fine.

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

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Fishing Report Beech Fork: The reservoir water level is at summer pool. Crappie fishing is really starting to pick up, with many nice fish being caught around woody structure. Bass are in their spawning areas and should be aggressively defending their nests. Channel catfish can be caught throughout the lake on chicken livers and cut-bait. Hybrid striped bass and white bass can be caught using white lures. Call (304) 525-4831 for more information.

East Lynn: The reservoir water level is at summer pool. Bass will be holding near logs, stumps and fish attracting brush piles. Musky will be found near bush piles and fallen trees. Channel catfish and flatheads are abundant in the lake and can be caught with a variety of baits. Crappie fishing is picking up, try around standing timber or trees that have fallen into the water. A few walleye have been caught in the lake and tailwater. For more information, call (304) 849-9861.

R.D. Bailey: Spotted bass can be found along drop-offs and points extending into the lake at this time of the year and some of the state's largest spotted bass have come from this lake. Good baits are plastic jigs, live shad, or crayfish. Hybrid striped bass are also being caught. Best baits are lures such as rattletraps, spoons, or white/chartreuse jigs. For more information call (304) 664-9587.

Stephens Lake: Lake is very clear. Bass anglers are successfully using soft plastics and small crankbaits. The DNR recently stocked channel catfish fingerlings into the lake, which helps maintain a year-round catfish fishery avail-

able to the public. Try your favorite catfish bait or lure for success. Livers and nightcrawlers work well for catfish bait, as do a variety of paste and prepared type baits offered at sporting goods stores. Many find success using the ‘dippin sponge’ method, fishing it either beneath a bobber or on the bottom using a basic three way river rig. Another trick is to catch small baitfish using a piece of a worm, etc., then cut them up and use them as fresh bait. Many times this will out-fish other bait types due to its freshness, be sure to give it a try. If you use a game fish (bluegill, bass) as bait, you must include it in your daily creel limit.

Lower Ohio and Kanawha rivers - As the water in the tailwaters begins to clear the fishing for sauger, walleye, white bass and hybrid striped bass will start to pick up. Jigs with minnows could provide some excellent catches; if artificial baits are your preference white and chartreuse are good colors to try. Blue, flathead and channel catfish activity is picking up as the water continues to warm.

Guyandotte, Coal, Poca, Elk, and Mud rivers - These streams should be clearing.

Musky streams: are expected to be fishable this weekend and muskies are quite active. Hot spots this time of year include areas both upstream and downstream of fast moving water. Musky anglers should try medium to large lures.

Middle Island Creek, the major streams in the Hughes River system, the Elk River and the Little Kanawha River are good area musky waters.

Thousands of Catfish stocked into Ponds Statewide

By David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources recently stocked thousands of catchablesize channel catfish in park ponds throughout the state, including some in Putnam and Cabell counties.

Barboursville Lake in Cabell County and Hurricane Lake in Putnam County are among the small ponds that have received catfish.

Others stocked are: Anawalt Lake (McDowell), Berwind Lake (McDowell), Cacapon State Park Lake (Morgan), Cedar Creek State Park Lake (Gilmer), Chief Logan

State Park Lake (Logan), Conaway Run Lake (Tyler), Coopers Rock Lake (Monongalia), Edwards Run Pond (Hampshire), French Creek Pond (Upshur), Handley Pond (Pocahontas), , Indian Rock Lake (Nicholas), Krodel Lake (Mason), Laurel Lake (Mingo), Little Beaver State Park Lake (Raleigh), Mason Lake (Monongalia), Mountwood Lake (Wood), North Bend State Park Pond (Ritchie), Pendleton Lake (Tucker), Pipestem State Park Lake (Summers), Tomlinson Run State Park Lake (Hancock), Wallback Lake (Clay), and Wirt County Farm Pond.

Also, 400 tagged channel catfish have been stocked into eight statepark lakes, including: Cacapon State Park Lake; Cedar Creek State

Park Lake; Chief Logan State Park Lake; Little Beaver State Park Lake; North Bend State Park Pond; Pipestem State Park Lake; Tomlinson Run State Park Lake; and Pendleton Lake at Blackwater Falls State Park.

Anyone who catches a tagged catfish – and reports the catch will receive a reward of either a ride to Whittaker Station at Cass Scenic Railroad or a ride to Blennerhassett Island on the sternwheeler, The Island Belle. Anglers who catch a tagged fish are asked to return the tag or tag number along with information on the date of capture, if the fish was kept or released, and the name and address of the angler to WVDNR, 2311 Ohio Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26101.

Anglers also can call in the information (304-420-4550) or provide the information via e-mail dnrfishtags@wv.gov .

The information is used to evaluate the success of stocking programs and helps the DNR understand how long fish remain in the water before they are caught, as well as whether the fish are harvested and released as well as obtaining other important data, said Chris O'Bara, fish biologist.

“Evaluations of the stocking program indicate that anglers catch these catfish throughout the summer and into early fall, and most release the fish for others to enjoy,” O’Bara said.

The DNR also stocks blue catfish on the Ohio River, where biologists

will be conducting a survey of anglers through October 20. The survey is part of a multi-state program to gain an understanding of how anglers are using the fishery. Biologists will be conducting surveys on a vast stretch of the river from where Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania meet and downriver to Kentucky's border with Indiana.

A West Virginia fishing license is required for anyone age 15 and older except for the free fishing days scheduled June 9 and 10.

Also, residents who turn age 65 after January 1, 2012, are required to purchase a Senior Lifetime License.

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

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Cabell Midland High School Graduating Class of 2012 Date of Graduation Ceremony: May 26, 2012 Time of Graduation: 11:00 A.M. Location of Graduation Ceremony: Big Sandy Superstore Arena.

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Buffalo High School Graduating Class of 2012 Date of Graduation Ceremony: June 1, 2012 Time of Graduation: 7:00 P.M. Location of Graduation Ceremony: Buffalo High School Football Field (Rain Venue-BHS Gym) Highest Honor Category: 4.0 and above Student’s Name: Abby Kate Hull, daughter of Ronald and Nikki Hull, Buffalo, WV Student’s Name: Danielle Elizabeth Martin, daughter of William and Debbie Martin,

Leon, WV High Honors Category: 3.83.9 Student’s Name: Lucreshia Ann Hescht, Kierra Nicole Bays, and Evan Joseph Childers Honors Category: 3.5-3.7 Student’s Name: Leslie Ann Harris, Katelyn Nicole Adkins, Emily Carson Moore, Sarah Elizabeth French, and Megan Danielle Casto OTHER MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 2012 Amber Sue Akers

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Hurricane High School Graduating Class of 2012 Date of Graduation Ceremony: June 5, 2012 Time of Graduation: 7:00 P.M. Location of Graduation Ceremony: Charleston Civic Center Andre Jordan Albis Tyler Allen Aniela Sharee Armstrong Ashleigh Marie Asbury Jessica Lee Ashworth Sasha Suhala Assi Brittany Nichole Bailey Elizabeth Nicole Bailey Reid Douglas Bailey Chloe Elizabeth Barber Katie Brooke Bays Bryce Alexander Belcher Zackary Deon Berry Brennan Carter Bish Matthew Allen Blackburn Elizabeth Grace Bostic Lisa Amanda Bowles Aleasha Nicole Bowling Payton Leann Boyes Ashley Taylor Brock Curtiss Sheldon Brooks Allie Leanne Browne Mark Alan Browning, II Tanner James Butcher Yizhe Cai Eric Matthew Campbell Jared Lee Carte Sean Michael Cassatt James Alexander Chapman Jeremy Allen Ciampanella Morgan Leigh Clark Wade Dillon Cole James Kevin Conaway Brittany Dawn Conley Stacy Renee Cossin Hannah Morgan Cremeans Kristie Ellen Cremeans Ashton McKenzie Crisp Abigail Nicole Crown William Logan Cutlip Nathan Reid Daly Daniel Kent Davis Chelsey Adrianne Dawson Joshua Andrew Debord Brent David Deer Laura Michelle Dent Micayla Rae Dewitt Hannah Elizabeth Doak Meredith Rose Durrenberger Allen Dewey Eads Brietta Dawn Eads Caleb Robert Easter Matthew James Ebbert Azunda Jason Ehule Ali H El-Khatib Victoria Lynn Elder Casey Janet Ennis Heather Dawn Erwin Jewelee R Erwin Joseph Russell Erwin Cara Elizabeth Escue Nathan Coal Estep Jeremy Nicolas Evans Justin Tyler Evans Kaitlyn Marie Falbo Brandon Austin Ferrell Hannah Elizabeth Ferrell Emily Elizabeth Ferry Austen Raine Fizer

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Poca High School Graduating Class of 2012 Date of Graduation Ceremony: June 3, 2012 Time of Graduation Ceremony: 2:00 PM Location of Graduation Ceremony: Charleston Municipal Auditorium Name of Highest Honor Category: “Highest Honors” (summa cum laude) 4.0 and above Student’s Name: Brooke Kourtni Hager, daughter of: Brian and Tereasa Hager of Cross Lanes Student’s Name: Cheyenne Michaela Hedrick, daughter of: Terry and Lisa Hedrick of Poca Student’s Name: Samantha Jane Parkins, daughter of: David and Sarah Parkins of Liberty Student’s Name: Tanner Austin Sigman, son of: Gary and Kimberly Sigman of Winfield 3.8 - 3.99 Name of Second Highest Category: “High Honors” (magna cum laude) Students’ Name: Julia Arreola

Celorio, Kayla Dawn Cunningham, Caleb Lee Kennedy, Ashton Dior Rae’ McNeil, Deanna Kay Sprouse, and Kayla Rochelle Triplett 3.6 - 3.799 Name of Third Highest Category: “Honors” (cum laude) Students’ Name: Morgan JoLynn Ball, Kaylee Morgan Dillon, George Robert Hamrick, Katherine Joan Reed and Tiffani Taylor Roberts Remaining seniors not listed above: Emily Elizabeth Addesa Destiny Ann Allen Anthony Ross Alsobrook Marlee Jo Rae Bailey Jordan Taylor Baria Adam Mitchell Bartram Evan Michael Beller Andrea Dawn Bignall Alyssa Haley Blizzard Bryan Austin Bradford

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Page 16 – May 29-June 1, 2012 SHANNON L. ALEXANDER RONALD ALLEN ARLENE DAYLE WHITE BOLLINGER DOROTHY HEAD "DOTTIE" CALL SCOTT ALLEN CALL MAXINE COBURN CHANDLER JAMES W. DYE DORLENA DORIS ROGERS FOX MARGARET H. MULLINS FRAZIER FLORA A. GROVES JOSEPHINE HUSSON KELLY CHARLES L. KINDER JANET E. SCOTT KING PEGGY JANE JONES KINSEY CONNIE JANE LEGG DELLA MAE LUCAS STANLEY A. MARTIN FRANCES ELIZABETH MCCORMICK ELEANOR B. MCGREW PATSY MOORE CAROL TABITHA HEINBOCKEL QUILLEN KARISSA GAYLE RAMSEY TERRY THOMAS ROBINSON LOUTELLUS M. STOUT GLENVEL A. WHEELER SR. GARRY R. WHITE

SHANNON L. ALEXANDER Shannon L. Alexander, 26, of Hurricane passed away at home on Tuesday, May 15, 2012. She was born May 8, 1986.

She was a 4.0 student from Hurricane High School, and graduated cum laude from Marshall University in 2008. She was employed at the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources. Shannon had the gift of touching every person whose life she entered. She was a wonderful, loyal friend to so many people. We were all blessed to have her in our lives during her short time on this earth.

She was preceded in death by her father, David Alexander; grandfather, Donald Alexander; and uncle, Rick Vannatter Jr. She is survived, and will be missed, by her loving mother, Mary-Beth Alexander-Copeland; stepfather, Steven Copeland; brothers, Colin Copeland and Ethan Copeland; great-grandmother, Ruby Withrow; grandparents, Barbara and Richard Vannatter; grandmother, Janet Alexander; grandparents, Larry and Jean Tucker; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and many close friends.

A celebration of Shannon's life was held Saturday, May 19, for family and friends at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane.

Donations are encouraged to be sent to Little Victories Animal Rescue Shelter, 3589 County Road 60/11, Ona, WV 25545.

Condolences and memories may be sent at allenfuneralhomewv.com.

RONALD ALLEN Ronald Allen, 67, of Nitro passed away on Friday, May 18, 2012 at Heartland of Charleston.

Born May 31, 1944, in Augusta, Ga., he was a son of the late Charles and Regina Allen. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Tom. He retired from Union Boiler, Nitro, with 30 years of service. Ronnie and his wife, Anita, began a 31year career with the Little League at St. Albans Eastern in 1975. They participated in many ways, including coaching, fundraising, working concessions, board member, manager and maintenance. Ronnie was instrumental in the construction of the batting cage and the installation of the first electronic scoreboard at Billy Dunn Field.

They shifted their efforts in the mid 1980s to Coleman Field and continued to volunteer until 2006.

Ronnie has been very active in other community sports as well.

He coached youth basketball in St. Albans for over 10 years. He also ran the scoreboard at Crawford Field for various levels of St. Albans Football for 30 years.

Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Anita Allen; his sons, Tim (Jodi) Allen and their children, Jake, Ty and Hannah, all of St. Albans, and Ray Allen of Nitro; his brothers, Robert (Virdie) Allen of Shorewood, Ill., and Harold (Sharlene) Allen of St. Albans.

A time of gathering was held Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans.

Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.

The family requests memorial contributions are made in his honor to either St. Albans Little League, in care of Jim Lewis, P.O. Box 657, St. Albans, WV 25177, or to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd.

West, Charleston, WV 25302.

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

ARLENE DAYLE WHITE BOLLINGER Arlene Dayle White Bollinger, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, 77, of Scott Depot died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Cincinnati, Ohio, after an extended illness. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, St. Albans, and was a retired personnel secretary from Missouri Baptist Hospital, St. Louis, Mo. Arlene had served on various deaconess boards over the years, and had previously served as a Sunday school teacher at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, Charleston.

For 18 years, she and her husband, Jerry, enjoyed volunteering at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, where she had formerly served as president of the Auxiliary. Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Camella White.

Surviving are her loving husband, F.G. "Jerry" Bollinger; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Patricia Bollinger of St. Louis, Mo.; daughter and son-in-law, Sherrie and Buddy Douglas of Cincinnati,

Ohio; brothers, Gary White of Okeechobee, Fla., and James L. White of Charleston; sister, Mitzi Orcutt of Charleston; grandchildren, Kristin and husband, Dan Nahirniak, Ryan and wife, Heather Douglas, John Bollinger and Rachel Bollinger; and great-grandchildren, Jackson Nahirniak and Reid Douglas.

Funeral services were held Friday, May 18, 2012 at First Baptist Church, St. Albans with Pastor Joel Harpold officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

The family would like to thank the staff of Arden Courts of Kenwood in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Dr. Park and the staff at River Park Hospital in Huntington for the wonderful care and compassion that was given to Arlene and her family during her illness.

The family asks that donations are made to First Baptist Church of St. Albans, 523 2nd St., St. Albans, WV 25177; or to HCR Manor Care, Inc., 333 N. Summit St., Toledo, OH 43604.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.goodshepherdmortuary.net.

DOROTHY HEAD "DOTTIE" CALL Dorothy Head "Dottie" Call, 81, of Huntington, formerly of St. Albans, passed away at her home after a long illness with her family by her side.

She was born in St. Albans on February 9, 1931, the daughter of the late John and Edna Head. Dottie graduated from St. Albans High School, class of 1948, and Marshall University in 1952 with a B.S. degree in psychology.

Dottie worked for Family Services in Huntington as a social worker until starting a family.

She is survived by her loving husband, Jim; children and their spouses, Matthew and Lisa of St. Albans, Andrew and Karen of Charleston, Samuel and Sherri of St. Albans, and David and Kerri of Naples, Fla. Also surviving are her loving grandchildren and their spouses, Jennifer and Mike Long, Rachel and Mike Ervin, Rebekah Call, Natalie and Lance Vaughan, Tatem Childers, Kirsten Call, Drew Call, Anna Call, Joseph Call, Allison Call and Ryan Call; great-grandchildren, Michaela Long, Sophia Long, Eliyah Ervin and Ella Vaughan; and her sister, Marjorie Head.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, St. Albans, with the Rev. Loretta Isaiah officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

The family suggests donations are made to Hospice of Huntington, 1101 Sixth Ave., Huntington, WV 25701.

Online condolences may be made at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.

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

The Putnam Standard SCOTT ALLEN CALL Scott Allen Call, 48, of Milton, formerly of Winfield, passed away May 19, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington.

Scott was born August 10, 1963, in Charleston, and was the only son of Joyce Totten Call and the late Murrel "Squirrel" Call.

Scott is survived by his wife, Lisa Shull Call, and granddaughter, Makayla, at home; his children, Eric Call, Stacey Call and Tracy Call; six grandchildren; his sisters, Annette Pate, Vickie Pauley, Lisa Doresy and Sandy Jones; special nieces and nephews, Tiffany Shull and Austin Dorsey; his brothersin-law, Ricky Shull and Jeff Shull and his wife, Donna; his in-laws Darrell, and Connie Shull; and several other nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 22, at Bias Chapel Church, Dry Ridge Road, Milton, with Minister Wendell Shull officiating. Burial followed in Bias Chapel Church Cemetery.

To share a memory of Scott, or to express condolences, please visit www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

MAXINE COBURN CHANDLER Maxine Coburn Chandler, 92, of St. Albans passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston.

Born January 12, 1920, in Blair, Maxine was a daughter of the late James Gordon and Millie Elizabeth Ratcliff Coburn. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Fred H. Chandler.

Mrs. Chandler was a gifted homemaker, seamstress and cook who greatly enjoyed taking care of her husband, children and grandchildren. A lifelong resident of St. Albans, Mrs. Chandler was very active with her church, Grace Baptist Temple, where she had been a member since 1950 and where she sang in the choir, something that she dearly loved.

She is survived by her children and their spouses, Dan and Sue Chandler of Hurricane, Michael and Pamela Chandler of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Gail and David Wechsler of Lake Jackson, Texas; grandchildren, Timothy Chandler, Gregory Chandler, Kara Adkins, Rebecca Wilson, Sara Arose and Lindsay Wagenhofer; great-grandchildren, Holly Morgan Chandler, Kiersten Hope Chandler, Jessie Kate Adkins, Caitlin Elizabeth Chandler and Samuel Luke Adkins; and sister, Bessie Rogers of St. Albans.

Funeral services for Maxine Coburn Chandler were held Saturday, May 19, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor David Pence officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Special thanks to the staff of Sweetbriar Assisted Living for the kindness and compassion shown to our mother during her stay.

Memorial contributions in

memory of Maxine Coburn Chandler may be made to Hubbard Hospice House West, 4605 A MacCorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309.

Visit www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com to share memories or to express condolences.

JAMES W. DYE Mr. James W. Dye, 57, of Bancroft passed away May 17, 2012, at CAMC Teays Valley Hospital.

Jim was a retired chemical operator from DuPont; a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church; and a member of the Road Riders for Jesus. He was also a former volunteer for Bancroft Fire Department.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Forrest and Flora May Dye; and brother, Ronnie Dye. Jim is survived by his girlfriend, Janice Gumm of Winfield; daughters, Kristen Bailey and husband, Kenneth, of Poca, Bethany Adkins and husband, David, of Milton and Melody Bailey and husband, Derek, of Nitro, and their mother, Tena Dye; brothers, Larry Dye and wife, Sharron, of Nitro and David Dye and wife, Cindy, of Dunbar; sister, Sue Belcher and husband, Charlie, of Orlando, Fla.; and a host of nieces and nephews.

A tribute to the life of Jim was held Monday, May 21, at GatensHarding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Arthur officiating.

Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

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

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Dye family

DORLENA DORIS ROGERS FOX Dorlena Doris Rogers Fox of St. Albans passed away quietly on May 11, 2012, at Kindred Hospital in Houston, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 22, 1921, to Raymond Henry Rogers and Bessie Lee Elswick.

Preceded in death by her first husband, Jay Victor Lilly (her girls' father); her second loving husband of 27 years, Dale Warren Fox; her siblings, Merle, Wilford, Ray, Emil and Ruth; and stepson, Roger Lilly.

A devoted mother and friend, Dorlena worked 40 years as an registered nurse and retired from Thomas Memorial Hospital. She also worked for the Red Cross, private duty, public health, instructor and mentor to young nurses. She graduated from nursing school magna cum laude with honors, and went on to earn a bachelor's degree. Active in groups; committee for East Bank Alumni; American Heart Association; secretary/treasurer for Kanawha Valley Hospital Nurses Alumni; volunteered for Hospice; started the West Virginia chapter for Tourette syndrome working with WVU; vice president for WV auxiliary of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors; and auxiliary for the American Legion.

She is survived by daughters,

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The Putnam Standard Rhoda Mosaffa, Sarah Tate-Jackson Swilley and Lois Butti, who rein Houston; seven side grandchildren, Amy, John, Donya, Robert, Ashley, Justin and Vanessa; three great-grandchildren, Ivy, Aristotle and Nefeli.

A memorial service was held Saturday, May 26, at Houston National Cemetery, where she was laid to rest.

MARGARET H. MULLINS FRAZIER Margaret H. Mullins Frazier, 85, of Nitro passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West in South Charleston.

She was a 31-year resident of Nitro, formerly of St. Albans. Margaret was retired from CAMC Memorial Division; a member of Creative Memories Scrapbooking; and a member of Nitro Church of God. Margaret is survived by her daughter, Deborah Chancellor of Marietta, Ohio; sons, Doug Mahaney and wife, Deborah, of Charleston and William Mahaney of Kanawha City; stepdaughters, Gladys King of Scottsdale, Pa., and Rebecca Gibson of Sussex, Ga.; stepsons, Donald Frazier of Teays Valley and Bob Frazier of Texas; sister, Bethel Gainer of Kanawha City; brother, Jerry Mullins of Virginia; grandchildren, Matt, Melissa, Brandon, Billy Jo and David; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Jada, and Logan; and great-greatgranddaughter, Emma Grace.

A memorial service to celebrate Margaret's life was held Monday, May 21, at Cooke Funeral Home, Nitro, with Pastor Dave McCormick and Pastor Rob VanFossen officiating.

Bill, Deb, and Doug would like to thank Durward Angell for being such a special friend to Margaret over the last few years.

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

W., Charleston, WV 25387.

You may express online condolences at www.cookefuneralhome.com.

FLORA A. GROVES Flora A. Groves, 95, of St. Albans passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston.

Born January 22, 1917, in Fenwick, Flora was a daughter of the late Nay and Sydney Winnings.

She was also preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Lester R. Groves, and Arnold Ayers; son-inlaw, Jim Miller; and several brothers and sisters.

She was a retired beautician, and a former employee of Black Angus, St. Albans. She was a member of Twin City Bible Church, Nitro and Order of the Eastern Star #79, St. Albans.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Mary Louise and Raymond Dorsey of Nettie, Betty Jo Miller of Central, Pa., and

Barbara A. and Jay Miles of St. Albans. Also surviving are nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 16 great-greatgrandchildren.

Funeral services were held Friday, May 25, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Scott Bandy officiating.

Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

The family requests donations are made to Hubbard Hospice House West, 4605 A MacCorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309; or Bowers Hospice House, 454 Cranberry Drive, Beckley, WV 25801.

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

JOSEPHINE HUSSON KELLY Josephine Husson Kelly, 81, of Eleanor passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston.

She was a homemaker and a member of the St. George Orthodox Cathedral, Charleston. She had many talents, including cooking, sewing, and gardening.

She checked in with her family members on a daily basis and kept everyone informed and protected. Although very petite, her feisty spirit was revealed in every endeavor.

Josephine was born December 14, 1930, at Charleston to the late George Elias "Toffic" and Eva Murad Husson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Edward Kelly; sisters, Florence Cassis and Nomeese Mullins; and brother, Nicholas Husson Sr. Surviving is her daughter and son-in-law, Marsha and Butch Templeton of Eleanor, and her son, Louis Kelly; sister, Elaine Rahall and husband, Louis, of Fayetteville; sister-in-law, Simone Abdalla Husson of Scott Depot. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren, Kali, Kelly, Jacob, Samantha and Bridgette; great-grandson, Kieran; and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews that adored her and remember times at her home fondly.

Funeral services were held Monday, May 21, 2012, at Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, with the Very Rev. Father Olof Scott officiating. Burial followed in Beech Grove Cemetery, Eleanor.

Online condolences may be made at www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

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

CHARLES L. KINDER Charles Kinder, of Hurricane, W.Va., widower of Juanita Cremeans Kinder, died May 21.

Funeral services were held Friday, May 25 at Wallace Funeral

Home, Milton; burial followed at Forest Memorial Park, Milton.

JANET E. SCOTT KING Janet E. Scott King, 85, of Hurricane passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012, at CAMC Teays Valley Division, Hurricane.

She was born October 31, 1926, in Salamanca, N.Y., to the late Ralph and Nellie Wallace Scott.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Otto Robert King; grandson, Scott King; and brother, Ralph Scott Jr. Janet was retired from Columbia Gas Transmission, St. Albans.

She was a devoted Christian, and loved being with people. She was also a member of the Eastern Star and White Shrine.

She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Charles Robert King and Cindy of South Charleston and Gary William King and Denise of Hurricane; and two sisters, Jean Bennett of Rixford, Pa., and Jane O'Toole of Rochester, N.Y. Also surviving are her loving grandchildren, Michelle Miles and husband, Zach, Curtis King, Brandon King and wife, Nikki, and Breanna King and her fiancĂŠ, Justin Browning; and great-granddaughter, Jaden.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 23, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Pastor Mark Pyles officiating. Entombment followed in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane.

The family would like to express a very special thank you to the nursing staff at CAMC Teays Valley for all the loving care they gave to our mother.

The family suggests donations are made to the American Heart Association, Ohio Valley Affiliate, 5455 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43216-3549; or Disabled American Veterans, Attn: GIFT PROCESSING, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.

Online condolences may be made at www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

PEGGY JANE JONES KINSEY Peggy Jane Jones Kinsey, 75, of St. Albans went home to be with her Lord and Savior and her husband, Howard Jack Kinsey, on May 15, 2012.

She was born in Charleston on June 11, 1936, a daughter of Betty Blount Jones of Charleston and the late Lewis W. Jones. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Ann Massy.

Peggy loved to go houseboating at Grayson Lake in Kentucky, and she loved gardening. After her husband passed away, her greatest passion was taking care of her mother.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her children, Kathy A. Kinsey Boggs and her husband, Gregory, of Little River, S.C., Nancy K. Morris and Robert of Byesville, Ohio, and Howard Jack Kinsey Jr. and his wife, Sherry, of Teays Val-

May 29-June 1, 2012 – Page 17 ley; sister, Carolyn Summers and her husband, Calvin, of Columbia, S.C.; eight grandchildren, Teresa Boggs Clark, Christopher Kinsey, Candace Kinsey Britt, Brandon Kinsey, Morgan Kinsey, Jamie Biggins, Andy Biggins and Brianna Morris; and four great-grandchildren, Austin Clark, Zachary Clark, Haley Clark and Hayley Britt.

A celebration of Peggy's life was held Friday, May 18, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans.

Burial followed in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston.

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

CONNIE JANE LEGG Connie Jane Legg, 57, of St. Albans passed away May 19, 2012, at the home of her daughter, Tammy, following a long illness.

She was a homemaker, and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Tornado.

Preceding her in death were her grandson, Scottie Legg; and a niece, Patricia Dawn King.

Connie is survived by her husband, Scott Legg; sons, Kenneth Scott Legg of Lincoln County and Jeffrey Scott Legg of South Charleston; daughters, Tammy Jo Daniels and Peggy Lynn Murray, both of Elkview; brother, Denver Sevy of Black Betsy; sisters, Sandy King of Bancroft and Judy Downs of Frankfort, Ohio; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Thursday, May 24, at Fidler and Frame Funeral Home, Belle with the Rev. Bruce Keeling officiating.

Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

DELLA MAE LUCAS Mrs. Della Mae Lucas of Nitro died of a sudden illness at CAMC on May 18, 2012.

Della was born on September 14, 1935, in Wayne County to the late Beecher and Alma Robinson.

She is also preceded in death by her late husband, Leroy "Cotton" Lucas; and sisters, Virginia Workman, Ruth McGraw and Cindy McGill.

She is survived by her sons, Leroy Lucas and wife, Carol, of Scott Depot, Jerry Lucas and wife, Shanda, of Nitro and Arnold Lucas and wife, Mary, of Charleston; daughter, Rita "Sis" Beach and husband, Jim, of Winfield; sisters, Estalene "Shorty" Fraker, Schereda Longerbean and Barbara Baldwin, all of Florida, and

Sharon Kessinger of Ohio; brother, Beecher Robinson Jr. of Cross Lanes; sister, Jean Miller of Michigan; six grandchildren; 11 stepgrandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one greatgreat-grandchild.

A tribute to the life of Mrs. Lucas was held Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Hale officiating.

Burial followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House.

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

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

STANLEY A. MARTIN Stanley A. Martin, 71, of Elkview passed away Thursday, May 17, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.

He was born April 16, 1941, in Youngs Bottom to the late Herman Paul Martin and Mary Margaret Cassel Martin. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Ann Martin Rose.

Stanley served his country in the U.S. Navy as a plank owner on the USS Enterprise (CVAN-65) during the Cuban Missile Blockade working on the flight deck. He was active duty for four years, then serving 22 years in the Naval Reserve (RMCB-23); six years service in the Army National Guard; then retiring after serving a total of 32 years of military service.

He was a member of the Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons, Clendenin Lodge 126, Clendenin; Scottish Rite Valley of Charleston Orient of WV; Beni Kedem Shriners of Charleston; Royal Arch Masons of WV Tyrian No. 13, Charleston; Kanawha Commandery No. 4; Knights Templar, Charleston; Beni Kedem Temple Legion of Honor; the American Legion of Honor Post No. 200; Navy Seabee Veterans of America, Huntington; and chairman of USS Enterprise (CVAN/CVN-65). He retired from E.I. Dupont de Nemours and company, Belle after 30 years of service. He and his wife enjoyed traveling together, having visited all 50 states and Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico and many Caribbean islands.

Surviving are his loving wife of 53 years, Ruth Ann Fields Martin; son, Stanley A. Martin Jr. and wife, Cindy, of Aliquippa, Pa.; daughter, Kelly Jo Martin Teter and husband, Chris, of Salisbury, N.C.; grandchildren, Andrew Martin of Philadelphia, Pa., Jacob Martin of Charlotte, N.C., Erin Martin Bate-

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Page 18 – May 29-June 1, 2012 man and husband, Tyler, of St. Albans, Maine, Cody Teter of Salisbury, N.C., and Carrie Teter of Salisbury, N.C.; sister, Jane Martin Hawks and husband, Harlan, of Pilot Mountain, N.C.; brother-inlaw, Paul Rose of Beckley; sister-inlaw, Beckey McCoy of Scott Depot; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Sunday, May 20, at Hafer Funeral Home with Pastor Rick Sams officiating. Burial followed in Elk Hills Memorial Park, Big Chimney, with military graveside rites by American Legion Post 61, Clendenin, and Masonic graveside rites by Clendenin Masonic Lodge 126.

Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net.

Hafer Funeral Home, Elkview was in charge of arrangements.

FRANCES ELIZABETH MCCORMICK Frances Elizabeth McCormick, 94, of St. Albans passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West.

She was born in St. Albans on November 17, 1917, the daughter of the late James M. and Georgia Fowler McCormick. Frances was retired as owner and operator of McCormick Office Supplies, St. Albans after 21 years of service.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Mary K. McCormick; her brothers, James Moody McCormick Jr. and Dr. Jerry R.D. McCormick; as well as three nieces, Franz McCormick Varney, Sherry McCormick Harrison and Molly McCormick Cone.

Frances is survived by nephews, James Moody McCormick III of Silver Spring, Md., Jeremiah F. McCormick of St. Albans and Joshua F. McCormick of New City, N.Y. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will take place in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Please send contributions to Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Kennawa Drive, Charleston, WV 25311.

Memories of Frances may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary.

Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston was in charge of arrangements.

ELEANOR B. MCGREW Mrs. Eleanor B. McGrew, 92, of Hometown passed away on May 17, 2012, in the Teays Valley Center.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry McGrew; and daughters, Dottie and Barbara McGrew.

Mrs. McGrew is survived by her children, Doug McGrew of Hometown and Carolyn and husband, Pete Roedersheimer, of Pennsylvania; three grandchildren, Danny, Eric, and Greg; and six greatgrandchildren.

A tribute to the life of Mrs. Eleanor McGrew was held Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at Independ-

ence Cemetery, Sandyville, with the Rev. Junior Conger officiating.

Burial followed in the cemetery.

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

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

PATSY MOORE Patsy Moore, 72, of St. Albans passed away Monday, May 21, 2012, at Genesis Healthcare, Hurricane.

Born August 8, 1939, in Dakota, Patsy was a daughter of the late Daniel and Ruby Gibson Burgess.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Albert E. Moore; and a brother.

She retired with 32 years of service from Shoney's Corporation, having worked at Captain D's as a trainer.

She is survived by her children, Danny Moore of Tornado, Patricia Moore, Shelby Moore and Kenneth (Michelle) Moore, all of St. Albans, Tammy (Rodney) Crouch of Madisonville, Ky., and Richard Moore of St. Albans; sisters, Ethel Ward of Jefferson, Junie Kelly of Leon, Lizia Houge of Charleston, Faye Webster of Tornado, Pamela Burgess of Kanawha City, Eva Burnside of Loudindale and Carolyn Holtzclaw of Charleston; 15 grandchildren; and 12 greatgrandchildren.

Funeral services were held Thursday, May 24, at BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans. Burial followed in Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans.

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

CAROL TABITHA HEINBOCKEL QUILLEN Carol Tabitha Heinbockel Quillen, 83, of Scott Depot passed away at her home after a long illness.

She was born August 11, 1928, daughter of the late Carl and Eta Hienbockel of Brooklyn, N.Y. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Ruth Paulson.

Carol graduated from Wagner College as a registered nurse. She and her husband, Dr. O. L. Quillen, moved to St. Albans in 1952. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Carol loved reading, and served terms on the St. Albans Public Library Board. She was active in the St. Albans Women's Club and Historical Society. After moving to Scott Depot, she maintained her friendships in St. Albans, often transporting her friends to appointments and activities. Carol enjoyed making quilts, knitting, tatting and sewing. She was an active member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church, and studied the Bible intensely through group Bible studies and personal daily devotions.

She is survived by her loving husband, Dr. O.L. Quillen; children and their spouses, Claudia and Tom Tull of Scott Depot, Dr.

Eric and Paige Quillen of Lexington, Ky., Janet Quillen and Guy Burnham of Lexington, Ky., Evelyn Quillen and Phillip Kenkel of Stillwater, Okla., Patricia and Les Hardin of Hughesville, Md., and Linda and Bruce Wollaber of Scott Depot; by grandchildren and spouses, Erika Tull and David Stader, Dr. Travis and Rebecca Tull, Vanessa Quillen, Megan Quillen, Audrey and Greg Ray, Alex and Lindsey Hardin, Nicholas Hardin, Carolyn Hardin, Chad Kenkel, Rose Kenkel, Jared Wollaber, Stuart Quillen and Tony Kahn; eight great-grandchildren; her sister, Marjorie Groppe; and numerous nephews and nieces.

A memorial service was held Saturday, May 19, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, St. Albans, with the Rev. Loretta Isaiah officiating.

The family suggests donations are made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387. The family would like to thank Hospice, and especially Hospice nurse, Lori Carter.

Online condolences may be made at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.

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

KARISSA GAYLE RAMSEY Ms. Karissa Gayle Ramsey, 19, of Cross Lanes passed away May 20, 2012.

Karissa was a 2011 graduate of St. Albans High School, participating in cheerleading and Powder Puff Football. She attended Marshall University, and was currently employed at Sonic in St. Albans.

She was preceded in death by her aunt, Susan Gail Ramsey; and grandparents, Ralph J. Herbert, Marie Ceney, Kathleen and Hubert Price and James and Carrie Ramsey.

She is survived by her mother, Michelle Ceney and husband, Mark, of St. Albans; father, David A. Ramsey and girlfriend, Mary Spillane, of Parkersburg; grandparents, Billy and Melba Ramsey of Cross Lanes and Mike and Judy Stewart of Poca; step-grandfather, Tom Ceney of St. Albans; brothers and sisters, David "D.J." Ramsey of New Mexico, Maddy Ramsey of Cross Lanes and Brooklynn Rodgers, Dylan Rodgers and Rian Ceney, all of St. Albans; boyfriend, Chris Hill; and a host of aunts, uncles cousins and other family members and friends.

A tribute to the life of Karissa was held Thursday, May 24, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Arthur officiating.

Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

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

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

The Putnam Standard TERRY THOMAS ROBINSON Terry Thomas Robinson, 59, of St. Albans passed away May 21, 2012, at home.

Born In Elmire, N.Y., on November 7, 1952, he was a son of Robert and Sybil Adkins Robinson, who preceded him in death along with his brother, Ronald Robinson.

Terry was employed with Welding, Inc. He loved woodworking and cars. He will mostly be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lola Spradling Robinson; son, Terry Robinson Jr. and his wife, Lauren, of St. Albans; daughter, Emily Eyles and her husband, John, of St. Albans; brothers, Leroy Robinson and his wife, Mary, of Florida and William Robinson and his wife, Pearl, of Spencer; sister, Eleanor Evans and her husband, Bob, of Clendenin; grandchildren, Dacoda Ellis and Braxton Robinson; and a host of nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Terry's life was held Thursday, May 24, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Chuck Smith officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

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

LOUTELLUS M. STOUT Loutellus M. Stout, 88, of St. Albans passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston.

Born January 28, 1924, in Clarksburg, Loutellus was a son of the late Loutellus Sr. and Ann VanDiver. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Genevieve Summers.

He was retired from the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals Clerk's Office. He was a sheep and cattle farmer in New Milton, where he grew up. He was a past president of the West Virginia Wool Marketing Association; former executive secretary of West Virginia Farm Bureau; and former secretary of Independent Oil and Gas Association. He served in the West Virginia House of Delegates representing Doddridge County from 1957 to 1960, and he also served as chairman of the Doddridge County Republican Committee. He was also a Methodist by faith.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Stutler Stout; son and daughter-in-law, David C. and Mary Agnes Stout of Punta Gorda, Fla.; daughter and son-in-law, Karen M. and Darrell Stephenson of St. Albans; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 23, at BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with the Rev. Jeff Ranson officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

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

GLENVEL A. WHEELER SR. Mr. Glenvel A. Wheeler Sr., 61, of Red House went home to be with the Lord on May 18, 2012, at home.

Glenvel was a member of Lone Oak Church of God Mission and the Bison Hunting Club in Buffalo.

He was a former employee of McJunkin and Mountaineer Fabricating. Glenvel was a lifelong hunter and fisherman.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Debbie Wheeler; three children, Rebecca and husband, Mark Muck, of Poca, Kimberly Phillips of Red House and Glenvel and wife, Jennifer Wheeler, of Georgia; six sisters, Pat Sizemore, Debbie DeWees, Carol Withrow, Joyce Rotella, Jill Priddy and Gail Priddy; seven grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren.

The family would like to say a special thank you to the ALS Clinic and Dr. Gutman.

A tribute to the life of Glenvel was held Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ray Parsons and Tony Craigo officiating. Burial followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House.

The family suggests donations are made to the WVU School of Medicine, ALS Clinic, Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center, P.O. Box 9100, Morgantown, WV 265069100.

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

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

GARRY R. WHITE Garry R. White, 74, of Scott Depot passed away peacefully Saturday, May 12, 2012, at CAMC Teays Valley.

Born April 22, 1938, in Cabin Creek, he was a son of the late Shirley and Alva Katherine Russell White. His brother, Shirley White, and his sister, June Edwards, also preceded him in death.

Garry was currently employed with Teays Valley Hardware, and was retired from Putnam County Schools. He also retired from Cedar Coal Company in 1984. He was an amateur radio operator, and loved photography.

Surviving are his daughter, Lanette Pridemore (Carl) of Nitro; granddaughters, Ashley Pridemore and Rikki Roberts; grandson, Chris Shupska; his great-grandson, Bentley Vannoy; his brother, Shirley "Woody" Russell of Scott Depot; three nephews; two nieces; and four great-nieces.

Funeral services were held Friday, May 18, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Pastor Rob VanFossen officiating. Burial followed in Teays Valley Memorial Gardens, Winfield.

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

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

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