The Putnam Standard

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

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By Trudy Black

STAFF REPORT WINFIELD – The Flying Hillbillies Radio Control Club will hold a charity benefit air show in support of the Wounded Warrior Project on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at their field in Winfield.

The public is invited to attend and participate in this event.

As part of the air show, the Club will offer demonstrations of giant scale radio control airplanes and helicopters as well as flight simulators and trainer airplanes with instructors.

The air show will also feature a visit by the Health-Net helicopter and Putnam EMS, and food and concessions will be provided by local Boy Scouts.

Proceeds from the air show will go to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.

The Wounded Warrior Project is a national, nonpartisan organization headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Its mission is to honor and empower wounded warriors, and to enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members, to help injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other, and to provide SEE SHOW ON PAGE 9

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

trudyblack@theputnamstandard.com

The WV Pumpkin Festival Media Dinner, held on September 18th, gave folks a preview of the upcoming Festival.

A Horse Show on September 22nd saw riders and onlookers reaching for their jackets as the autumn air turned cool and crisp throughout the evening.

Then, early Saturday, September 29th, runners were out in full-force to participate in the 5k run.

As the race ended, it wasn’t long before the annual WV Pumpkin Festival Parade hit the streets of Milton… and a parade it was!

With bands, various floats, politicians and much more… the 2012 Parade was one NOT to

And they’re off! Pictured are participants in the WV Pumpkin Festival 5K Run that was held Saturday, September 22nd. Photo courtesy of the West Virginia Pumpkin Festival. miss.

This year, parade-organizers ‘worked it out’ so that area bands could participate in the

parade prior to a band competition to be held later that day at Cabell Midland.

The 90-minute parade made

its way from Pumpkin Park to Route 60, then east where the SEE FESTIVAL ON PAGE 9

Hurricane comes from behind to beat Capital 23-20

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

HURRICANE – The Hurricane High School Redskins staged a late scoring drive to come from behind and secure a win against the Capital High School Cougars Friday night in Hurricane.

Hurricane quarterback Austin Hensley drove the Redskins offense 80 yards down the field in the game's closing minutes and then carried the ball in from 1yard out with nine seconds to go to secure the 23-20 come from behind victory.

A rain-soaked, but still enthusiastic crowd cheered the game winning score, which helps keep the Redskins playoff hopes alive.

Coming into the game, the Red-

The Hurricane High School Redskins take the field Friday night for their game against the Capital High School Cougars. Photo by Jack Bailey skins were ranked No. 19 in Class AAA, while the Cougars were ranked No. 10. The top 16 teams in each class qualify for the postseason playoffs.

Early on Friday evening it would have been hard to predict that last second heroics would be needed as the Redskins dominated the first half of the game.

Hurricane received the game's opening kickoff and drove the ball steadily down the field, culminating in a 5-yard touchdown run for Steven Handley to go up 7-0.

Following alternating possessions, Hurricane mounted another scoring drive in the second quarter that saw Michael Molina knock in a field goal to go up 10-0 – a score that would stand at halftime.

Hurricane's smothering defense was able to keep Capital in check the entire first half, as the Cougars went to the locker room at halftime without a first down, and with only 3 net yards.

After the break, the Cougars returned to the field with a new enSEE HURRICANE ON PAGE 14

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Page 2 –Tuesday,October 2,2012 Chamber, Standard sponsor Candidate Forum The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, Generation Putnam and The Putnam Standard are hosting a Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club.

“The Chamber of Commerce does not endorse candidates, but does encourage its members and the public to acquaint themselves with the candidates in order to become better informed voters,” said Marty Chapman, Chamber of Commerce President.

Candidates for all contested State Legislature and Putnam County offices have been invited to address the public and respond to questions taken from the audience attending the forum.

Reservations are requested and seating is limited.

There is a $15 charge for lunch.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Chamber office at 304-757-6510, Chamber@putnamcounty.org or visit www.putnamchamber.org to register.

Blood Drive Horizon Financial Solution, Inc., 97 Chase Drive, Hurricane is sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive to be held Thursday, October 4 from 9 am – 2 pm.

The Red Cross has an extreme shortage of blood at this time.

Help us help others. To schedule an appointment go to www.redcrossblood.org or call 304-7608715.

Putnam County Schools Developmental Screening Putnam County Schools Developmental Screenings will be held on Friday, October 5, 2012 at the Teays Valley Presbyterian Church, Teays Valley Road. We will screen children ages 2-1/2 to 4 years for speech/language, hearing, vision, motor skills, social skills, self-help and cognition Please call 586-0500 ext 1154, to schedule an appointment.

Community Calendar Eleanor Craft Show

Reservations are now being accepted for crafters and vendors at the annual Eleanor Craft Show. This event is scheduled for Saturday November 3, 2012, 9 AM- 3PM, at the Eleanor Fire Department building. Call Linda 304-937-3427 for an application.

Sponsored by the Buffalo Nazarene Church Ladies Aide.

An Invitation to attend the 25th Annual Buffalo Octoberfest Celebrating 25 YEARS – and…

Still Growing!

Saturday, October 20th – From 9am to 5pm Buffalo Octoberfest is held in Buffalo (Putnam), one mile North of Toyota.

Come join the good ‘ole fashion Family Fun, Food, and Music that everyone will ENJOY ~ from Kids to seniors!

Enjoy crafts, food, apple butter, great music, animals, contests, living history, S.T.A.R.S. Family Fun Fest, WVU Tailgate Tent, and MORE! Exhibit/Booth Space/ Entry/ Parking - ALL FREE, FREE! “Crafters”, Venders, Businesses may use this GROWING FESTIVAL as an opportunity to get “FREE” Exposure to sell your Goods and Wares!

Churches, Schools, Senior/Youth Groups, Clubs and Organizations may use this opportunity as a Major “FUND RAISING” Venture!

It’s totally FREE!! There’s NO Exhibit/Booth Space FEE! Call NOW to reserve your FREE space: 304-937-2747.

Program offers help to Problem Gamblers The Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia, the program that operates the statewide 1-800-GAMBLER helpline for problem gamblers and their loved ones, is offering a support group in Teays Valley to help individuals struggling with a gambling addiction.

The agency, in conjunction with Fred Clark, offers therapy group sessions for one and a half hours a week for the duration of three months. Clark, a longtime

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mental health therapist and Nationally Certified Gambling Counselor, will facilitate the group.

Through the 11 years of operthe 1-800-Gambler ating helpline, the Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia has received nearly 10,000 calls from problem gamblers and their loved ones. One of the main reasons Teays Valley was chosen as a site for this type of treatment is the helpline receives many calls from the Cabell, Kanawha, and Putnam county areas. Kathleen O'Neil, coordinator of this project for the Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia said, "Teays Valley is in close proximity of where we receive calls from this three-county area."

Anyone who thinks they or a loved one may have a gambling problem is urged to call 1-800GAMBLER to find out more.

Infant Care Classes Once a month, FamilyCare offers a two-hour class to help new parents learn to care and feed their newborn babies. Topics include diapering, swaddling, SIDS prevention, bathing, signs of illness, cord and circumcision care, breastfeeding and more.

To register, call Debi Ellis at 304-757-6999, ext. 80, or e-mail Debi.ellis@familycarewv.org.

Boys invited to Cub Scout Meetings Cub Scouts Pack 586 invites boys to come check out their meetings and learn more about scouting.

Pack 586 holds weekly meetings on Tuesdays at Eleanor First Baptist Church. Activities include games, character building activities and more.

For more information, call Cub Master Glen Armstrong at 304-586-1157.

Attention Parents and Guardians Are you thinking of going back to work or school but feel that you are unable to do so (due to the high costs of child care)?

If you live in Kanawha, Roane, Jackson or Clay counties and are currently working, going to school or participating in the WV WORKS program, Connect Child Care Resource and Referral may be able to assist you with the costs of child care. You must meet pre-determined income eligibility guidelines in order to receive financial assistance.

For more information, call Connect Child Care Resource and Referral Agency at 1-888595-8290.

Attention Area Crafters, Vendors, Clubs, Churches, Schools, Businesses & Many Others Great Exposure at NO COST! Churches, Schools, Clubs, Groups may use this Opportu-

nity as a Major Fund Raising Venture! Crafters, Venders, Businesses, and Organizations may use this Growing Festival Celebration as an Opportunity to Gain FREE Exposure to sell your Goods & Wares! Yes, it’s Free! No Exhibit/Booth Space Fee. Just call in advance to reserve space & let us know your needs. Everyone Welcome! Great Opportunity! For FREE Booth Space Call Now: 304–937–2747.

Trick or Treat set for Oct. 30 The Putnam County Commission has set Tuesday, Oct. 30, as the day for Trick or Treat in all unincorporated areas of Putnam County. Trick or Treat will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Bankruptcy Seminar to be offered Oct. 4 HUNTINGTON – The Klein Law firm is sponsoring a one day seminar on Bankruptcy and Collection Law for the general practitioner on Oct. 4 in Huntington.

The seminar is an overview of the bankruptcy system and its impact on the general practitioner.

The seminar will begin at 8 a.m. with registration and will conclude at 4:45 p.m. Lunch is provided as part of the cost of the registration fee and will be catered by the B'nai Sholom Congregation Sisterhood.

Registration is limited by space available to 100 people. The cost is $150 and includes seminar materials and handbook, breaks, coffee, tea, snacks and lunch.

Limited registration will be available on the day of the seminar.

All proceeds from the seminar will benefit the Historic Preservation Fund.

CLE credits are available for this seminar.

For more information or to register contact the Klein Law Firm at 304-562-7111.

You may also visit the firm's website at www.wvbankruptcylawcenter.com.

Teays Valley Fire Computer Lab Hours Teays Valley Fire Department, Scott Depot Road, offers a Computer Lab for public use on Mondays from 3 – 9 p.m. and Thursdays from 6 – 10 p.m.

Alzheimer Association Support Group Meeting first Wednesday of every month at 12:30 at Hometown Senior Center.

This meeting is for the caregivers of the Alzheimer patients.

This is a great opportunity for family members to get some information and support concerning your loved ones. Everything is confidential.

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

If you need directions call 304-

The Putnam Standard 586-2745. Please feel free to attend.

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.

“Mansion by Candlelight” Blennerhassett Island by Night!

Spend an autumn evening with the Blennerhassetts on Friday or Saturday October 12th and 13th.

Space is limited and reservations are required – call 304-420-4800 for tickets.

Tickets must be reserved by October 9 and will be mailed if time allows or they can be picked up at the Blennerhassett Museum located at 2nd & Juliana Streets in downtown Parkersburg, WV. Payment is by cash, major credit card, check, or money order. This is a rain or shine event and we do not offer refunds.

Tickets Prices: Mansion by Candlelight – Round-trip sternwheeler ride, a horse-drawn wagon ride, and event activities. $25 Adults - $17 children ages 3-12.

Harvest Supper – A picnic style meal. Supper Times: 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 - $15 (all ages) Boat departs from Civitan Park in Belpre, Ohio Boat Department times to the Island – 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 Boat return times from the Island – 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30 and then every 30 minutes until everyone is returned to the docking area.

Remember, make reservations on or before October 9th.

Huntington's Disease Support Group Formed A peer-led Huntington's Disease Support Group has been formed in Charleston for patients, families, caregivers and those at risk. The meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Saint Francis Hospital.

For more information, call 304-549-3266 or debarm@suddenlink.net.

Putnam County Library Hours The Putnam County Library, located on Rt. 34 in Teays Valley (Beside Putnam Village) is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Zumba Gold at Hansford Senior Center A new Zumba Gold class is offered at Hansford Senior Center in St. Albans every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

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Fall Foliage Season Under Way in W.Va. Peak expected in several areas this week

Tuesday,October 2,2012 – Page 3

WeeklyDevotional

By Mary Jane

CHARLESTON – Leaves at the highest elevations of West Virginia are starting to show their fall colors and are expected to peak within this week to 10 days, according to Division of Forestry officials. Regional Forester Tom Cover reports excellent color at Spruce Knob, Harman, the headwaters of the Greenbrier River, Cheat Mountain, Point Mountain, Kumbrabow State Forest, Kennison Mountain and Cold Knob.

“The areas where we see early color are those of higher elevation with a mix of northern hardwoods, including maple, gum, ash, beech and birch,” Cover said. “Other elevations where oaks are more prevalent will peak in mid- to late October.”

Cover, who oversees forestry operations in 16 eastern West Virginia counties, recommends visiting Elkins for the Mountain State Forest Festival Sept. 29 through Oct. 7.

Foliage in Randolph County is reported to be 70 percent peak, and recommended drives are Dry Fork

Road from Harman to the Sinks of Gandy and Whitmer Road to Spruce Knob. In Webster County, where foliage also is reported to be at 70 percent peak, Cover recommends driving State Route 15 from Webster Springs toValley Head.The Highland Scenic Highway/State Route 150 in Pocahontas County has some good color as does County Route 17 from Thornwood to U.S. Route 33 at Wymer.

Foliage in the state’s 20-county northern region, which includes the Northern and Eastern Panhandles, is not as advanced, but there is color to be seen there. State foresters offer several recommendations, including drives, hikes and events for weekend fun.

A drive along State Routes 28/55 to Dolly Sods Wilderness in the Monongahela National Forest is reported to be beautiful, with a variety of red, yellow and orange leaves.

U.S. Route 50 to Mt. Storm is also a recommended drive in Grant County. Foliage in Grant County varies from 40 percent peak at

higher elevations to 20 percent in the lower areas.

Hikers will want to check out trails in Berkeley County, including Beacon Tower Trail, Old Still Trail, Eagles Nest Overlook and Devils Nose via the Tuscarora Trail. Color currently is limited to approximately 10 percent peak in Berkeley County, but foresters in the Eastern Panhandle expect an especially vibrant fall season due to plenty of rainfall coupled with warm, sunny days and cool, frost-free nights. Explore the area now to find sites for future leaf-peeking excursions.

Foliage in the higher elevations of Preston County is 15 percent peak, while lower elevations are 10 percent peak. In Hampshire County foliage is at 10 percent peak.

Visit the Division of Forestry’s Facebook page for foliage updates throughout the week: www.facebook.com/wvforestry The next fall foliage report will be postedThursday Oct. 4 on the DOF’s website, www.wvforestry.com.

Meetings are held in the Conference Room, which is located next to the cafeteria. For more information please call 304-7366325.

(304) 558-7890, extension 163 to request a survey form. For those that would prefer to submit their information electronically, an online form is available on the Division of Labor’s website @ www.wvdol.org.

Participation in this process is not mandatory, however, this office requests that you complete the survey forms and return them no later than October 12, 2012. Please complete the survey forms according to the accompanying instructions. Any information submitted after that date will not be considered for the 2013 Prevailing Wage promulgation.

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Zumba Gold is recommended to beginner and senior participants. Low impact and fun dance workout. Cost $5, no previous registration. You can contact instructor Edith Bourne at 304-8817564, or at www.zumba.com.

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 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.

Polio Survivors Support Group Meetings The WV Chapter of Polio Survivors Support Group meets at noon every second Saturday at CAMC Teays Valley Hospital.

Boy Scout Troop seeks Members Boy Scout Troop 36, based in Hurricane, invites area youth to come to a meeting and learn more about scouting.

The troop stays active with camp outs, summer camp, games, food drives, community service projects and more.

The troop meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday at the First Baptist Church of Hurricane, 2635 Main St., Hurricane.

For more information, call David Miller, 304-562-9271 ext.

6115, or Steve Caldwell, 304-5629233.

Public Service Announcement Each year, the West Virginia Division of Labor is required by statute to investigate and determine the prevailing hourly rate of wages that must be paid to the various classifications of workmen and mechanics that are utilized by contractors that perform construction or maintenance work on public improvements as defined by West Virginia Code 21-5A-1(4).

Anyone who is interested in participating in this important process should contact the West Virginia Division of Labor at

“COLLECTING STUFF” Thought for the week: Then said I in my heart, As it happeneth to the fool, so it happeneth even to me; And why was I then more wise?

Then I said in my heart, that this is also vanity. ECCLESIASTES: 2:15 (KJV) As I was attempting to clean out and dispose of collected items in my storage area today, I thought of the recently read bible verse – this is but vanity - my husband collected nutcrackers, old bottles, stamps and walking canes, what to do with them? I on the other hand have a collection of old dishes, records albums, and various knickknacks.

What to do with them? Your children don’t want them, and probably never will, each person collects something in life, it is our individual likes, and maybe it was something we wanted as a child so now we can have it. Whatever we collect it soon becomes a habit and we seek it out unconsciously.

Wise thoughts also come as we mature what to do with this or that - something you once thought you could not part with is now easy to pass on or let the dust continue to gather on it. While we stop at yet another garage sale and add something else to the collection, it’s just the exciting fun of the find, we cannot seem to kick.

I know from experience cleaning out my parents home when they passed, after family, the majority of items go to a thrift store or is disposed of, because no one else wants it …so what to do with it, I suppose there are collectors who love it, but in due time all of us leave this world with a caboodle of items that tells what kind of person we truly were, our likes and dislikes in our life time.

Soon, we realize we need very little to make us happy, and God provides all that we need and more. However, it’s a Friday, a fall day so let’s see----------ummmmmmmmmmmm how many garage sales are listed locally in the paper today?

Prayer: Our loving father, thank you for making us wiser with age, may our collection of GOOD DEEDS TO OTHERS IN LIFE, BE WHAT COUNTS AS VALUEABLE Amen.

"Fed Up and Fired Up Fundamentalist" Campmeeting October 18th 20th Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church.

Evangelist Cody Zorn from Lyons, GA preaching and special singing each night. 7:00pm nightly. Everyone invited to attend. Contact Pastor Ernie Spence for more details or directions to the Church. 304-6172752.

Zerbini Family Circus Putnam County Parks & Recreation is hosting the Zerbini Family Circus on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Circus will be held on the Soccer field at Valley Park in Hurricane.

Check us out on our website at www.Zerbinifamilycircus.com

BANKRUPTCY RELIEF • Foreclosures • Repossessions • Phone Calls Free consultations with

Attorney Mitch Klein

304-562-7111 www.wvbankruptcylawcenter.com

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Debbie’s Poetry Corner

RECIPE OF THE WEEK:

Lasagna Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 1 (32 ounce) jar Tomato and Basil Sauce 32 ounces cottage cheese 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 2 eggs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 teaspoons dried parsley salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 9 no-boil lasagna noodles 1/2 cup water

By Debra J. Harmes-Kurth

Send your poetry to Debra Harmes-Kurth 1042 Pike Street • Milton,WV 25541

Art by Natalie Larson

Directions In a large skillet over medium heat brown the ground beef.

Drain the grease. Add pasta sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.

In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, 2 cups of the mozzarella cheese, eggs, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, salt and ground black pepper.

To assemble, in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish evenly spread 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Cover with 3 lasagna noodles, 1 3/4 cup of the cheese mixture, and 1/4 cup sauce. Repeat layers twice. Top with 3 noodles, remaining sauce, remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Add 1/2 cup water to the edges of the pan. Cover with aluminum foil.

Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Putnam County WVU Extension Service Open House Date: Saturday, Oct. 13 Time: 1 – 4 p.m.

Location: Valley Park’s large picnic shelter Hurricane, W.Va. Join our experts in agriculture, nutrition, and 4-H youth development as we explore all that the Putnam County WVU Extension

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• Free activities • Expert information • Trusted resource For more information contact the Putnam County office of the WVU Extension Service at 304-5860217.

October Birthdays!

Happy Birthday to ALL

Hayley Smith – Oct. 7th Ronald Morrison Bobby Joe Morrison Ann Harvey Pamela Abston Carlous Adams Violet Adkins Kristi Arrowood Nina Bailey Sarah Bailey Doris Ball Harold Barringer Michael Bartram If you - or someone you know Jerry Fidler will be celebratrating a Dwight Fisher birthday in the coming months...

Claudia Fizer Call 304-743-6731 and give us Keisha Flowers their name - OR just email the Jessica Giroux information to Arbutus Glover trudyblack@theputnamstandard.com

To continue with the series on Figurative Language today I am writing on the use of hyperbole or over-statement. Hyperbole is an exaggeration, which is used to enhance a truth. Such as “the shout heard around the world”, we all know that is an impossibility. Yet those words express a very clear thought, there is no doubt in your mind what the writer meant by that. There is also understatement, which is where the writer uses less force or emphasis than you might think the subject requires. Such as the writer calling a tornado a storm or a scream a whisper. As with all uses of figurative language the writer decides to use one of these tools to make a point. Why don’t all of you out reading try hyperbole or understatement in a poem and sent it in this week. As always we are thrilled to showcase our local talent. Don’t be shy, send us your poems at the above address or at cabellputnampoetry@hotmail.co m *** Truth Decay (Inspired by Karen Beardmore) Dentists' doings, do delay the inevitable Tooth Delay

But passing patients' brains are treats Can't blame it on the things we eat Can't drink until it goes away Our mammoth, man-made Truth Decay.

An open mouth, might show the blame Hands on in, to rid the pain Pull it out or patch today for temporary Tooth Decay Closing mouth We're safe for now, Then through teeth Lips, tongue combined, Sleepless nights, we switch and bray Excruciating!

Truth Decay.

The plaque that stacks do clean away, Does lying create Tooth Decay?

Can crowns inside help subside or grind away, Truth Decay?

The fix is fact And so banal Just travel down love's root canal, You say expensive, Service's slow!

Jut move your nose!!

Pinocchio!!!

Thirty-two a smile display Keep appointments night or day, Don't practice fibbish-fashion sway Avoiding both Tooth and Truth Decay.

By: Arthur C. Ford, Sr., PA www.thepoetbandcompany.yo lasite.com *** Mother Deer She stands so proud Mother deer with fawn near the pond beyond green meadows.

Protecting her young she runs from the gun but she cannot out-run weapons of man.

She lays dying as her fawn is trying to hide from the man with his gun in his hand.

Mary Ellen Davis,WV

Putnam Farmers Market to be open only on Saturday STAFF REPORT HURRICANE – The Putnam Farmers Market will only be open on Saturdays for the remainder of the season.

The Market made the announcement last week. Previously, the market was open on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

The Market's Saturday hours will

be from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Market will be open through the end of October.

On Oct. 20, the Market will sponsor a special Christmas in October event.

There will be local vendors set up with handmade crafts, baked goods and gifts for sale. Pottery, jewelry, scarves, wreaths, garlands, hand painted slates, primitives and more.

The Putnam Farmers Market is located in Hurricane City Park.

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

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

For more information, contact the Market by phone at (304) 3008995 or by e-mail at Putnam_Farmers_Market@mail.com.

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Commission learns county to split in two for Traffic Studies

Tuesday,October 2,2012 – Page 5

Velma’s View

By Velma Kitchens

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD – Putnam County commissioners expressed their displeasure at their Sept. 25 meeting at a recent decision to split the county in two when it comes to examining the area's transportation needs.

Mark Felton, executive director of the Regional Intergovernmental Council, appeared before the Commission and said that based on 2010 Census numbers the Hurricane and Teays Valley areas of Putnam County would be included in the transportation studies of the Huntington metropolitan region.

Previously, all of Putnam County was included with Kanawha County in transportation studies.

The inclusion of Hurricane and Teays Valley in the Huntington Urbanized area gives the area, which also includes part of eastern Kentucky and southern Ohio, a population of more than 200,000, which makes it eligible for additional federal funding.

The federal funding would go to the KYOVA Interstate Planning Commission, which would then decide how to prioritize funds within the counties it represents.

Putnam County residents would represent approximately 10 percent of the population covered by KYOVA. Putnam County Commission President Gary Tillis asked if Putnam County currently had any representation on the KYOVA board. When informed the county did not, Tillis said that local officials needed to figure out how to be included.

“We have to figure out how to get representation if we hope to get any money for Putnam County,” Tillis said. “We want to be represented. We should be entitled to representation.”

The eastern half of Putnam County will continue to be included with Kanawha County when it comes to transportation studies and funding. The eastern half of the county is represented by the Regional Intergovernmental Council, and Tillis serves on that group's board.

Commissioner Joe Haynes questioned the reasoning for breaking the county in two, and said it didn't make any sense to him.

“I don't like Putnam County being divided up, it defies logic,” Haynes said. “But that may go along with this being a federal issue. Don't we have a say in all of

this?”

Felton said that it was his understanding that the decision to include Hurricane and Teays Valley in the Huntington Urbanized area was unappealable.

County Manager Brian Donat said that the decision to include Hurricane and Teays Valley traffic in Huntington area traffic studies made no sense to him, as most traffic out of Putnam County is headed into Kanawha County.

“It doesn't make sense for Putnam County to be part of the Huntington region,” Donat said.

“When it comes to traffic going out of the county it's 9 to 1 going to Charleston (vs. going to Huntington).”

In other news at the Sept. 25 meeting, Haynes said that the annual Putnam County Veterans Appreciation Day will take place on Sunday, Nov. 4, at 2 p.m. in the parking lot at the county courthouse in Winfield.

Haynes also said that Putnam County Parks and Recreation is making plans for a Halloween Party on Oct. 19 in the community center at Valley Park for county children.

The next meeting of the Putnam County Commission will be Tuesday, Oct. 9. at 9 a.m. at the courthouse in Winfield.

Putnam County Schools – Menu October 2-9, 2012 Tuesday, 10/2: Breakfast Bites LUNCH: BEEF NACHOS, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk

Eggs, Canadian Bacon/Toast LUNCH: CHICKEN FAJITA, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Spanish Rice, Salsa/Sliced Pears, Milk

Wednesday, 10/3: Banana Snack Loaf, Yogurt w/Granola LUNCH: BAKED ROTINI W/MEATSAUCE, Caesar Salad, Strawberries & Bananas, Wheat Roll, Milk

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The Greatest Day The greatest day in my life was the day in 1982 when I accepted Jesus Christ as my Savior. I will never ever regret that choice I made one day in March. I realized I was a sinner on my way to Hell and that Jesus died in my place on the cross, was buried and rose again the third day according to the scriptures. The Word of God is the only Word that matters. As long as we are looking to the Word of God for answers we will have them.

Two ladies from my Church came knocking on my door on a Monday morning and shared with me the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I am so glad they gave of their time for such a one as I. I have never been ashamed of Jesus and His Word. I have been ashamed of myself for not being the Christian I should be, but I know I have eternal life with my Savior.

All we need to do is ask Him into our hearts and He will come in.

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Outdoors

The Putnam Standard

Outdoors in the Election

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

Outdoors folks have always been a major voting block and a stumbling block for many out-oftouch politicians trying to win a red state of good ol' boys – like West Virginia.

Remember when John Kerry tried to win us over with those photos of himself awkwardly holding a shotgun on a PR duck-

hunting trip? I'm sure his campaign staff thought he looked like Theodore Roosevelt on safari. For those of us who hunt and fish, I can't really print the word that best describes what he looked like, but it rhymes with black bass. It wasn't long after the election that he went back to sponsoring gun-control legislation.

I will admit, however, Clinton at least looked passable for a duck hunter.

This time it's different. The outdoors is out of the political arena this time. I think a lot of that has to do with the fact the U.S. Supreme Court did something positive for once by upholding the Second Amendment.

That doesn't mean there's nothing left to fight – in our own state, there's a big one, the Second Amendment stops at the tree line. For most of the year, you are not allowed to have a firearm in any area of the state forested, which is 80 percent of our great state. If you're camping, you can't even carry a revolver for protection.

That's tyranny I've been arguing against for years, but it always seems I fight it alone. Nobody but me seems to care. I did meet gubernatorial candidate Bill Maloney a couple of months ago and I briefly made my case that this was a gross Second-Amendment violation. He was, at least, receptive to my argument. He said “that doesn't sound right at all” and that he would look into this.

Whether he has or not, I don't know. All I can do is say “this is tyranny.”

Back to this election. It's pretty obvious where Paul Ryan stands, he's an avid bowhunter, but you haven't seen much on the presidential candidates themselves.

The group Keep America Fishing, however, asked candidates several questions about fishingrelated issues, which I will relay here this week and next.

Here is what they have to say about their personal fishing experiences: Obama: “Although I grew up fishing with my friends and grandfather

in Hawaii, I am not an avid sportsman and do not claim to be. I do, however, understand the importance of our nation's outdoor heritage and the key role that sportsmen play in the conservation of our natural resources. On the campaign trail in '08 I had the opportunity to spend some time in Montana and decided that, win or lose, I would go back there and learn to fly fish.

After taking office, I was fortunate enough to return to the state and fish the East Gallatin River. Despite having excellent guides and getting a few bites, the weather was tough that day and I didn't land a fish. I really enjoyed the challenge of fly fishing and I'm looking forward to doing it more.

I want to try for trout again but would also like to try saltwater and maybe catch a tarpon.”

Romney: “Growing up in Michigan, fishing was a prominent pastime in the area, and I truly understand the valuable role recreational fishermen play both in our economy and our environment. As a

boy, I fished with my dad, and in recent years, I went fishing in Alaska with my son, Matt.

Though my schedule makes these types of trips rarer than I would like, I realize that fishing is one of America's great opportunities to connect with family, friends, and nature. As president, those in my administration will work with fishermen to protect this great American heritage.

I gained a better understanding of the concerns and motivations of fishermen as governor of a coastal state. In Massachusetts, I was able to work with both commercial and recreational fisherman to ensure that our state's policies met their needs and that my administration understood their concerns. As president, I will draw on these personal and professional experiences to advocate for America's fishing community.”

Continued next week.

Contact David Payne Sr. at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

Outdoors Roundup Famous Shay No. 5 engine used to restore brook trout spawning areas It may seem like irony to some, poetic justice to others, but the same steam locomotive that used to haul timber from West Virginia forests a century ago is being used to improve fish habitat that its tracks damaged long ago.

On the morning of Oct. 1, just as the editions of The Putnam Standard and The Cabell Standard are being readied for mailing to subscribers, the Shay No. 5 engine departed the Cass railyard with three tons of speciallybaffled culvert liners. The train

hauled the material up Cheat Mountain to Oats Run, a tributary of the renowned Shaver's Fork of the Cheat River.

Workers installed the culverts to make it possible for native brook trout to access their historic upstream spawning areas.

The DNR, as well as West Virginia University researchers have been working together – often with help, expertise and funding from businesses, such as timber companies, to return once-pristine mountain streams to native brook trout fisheries. With grant funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Eastern

Brook Trout Joint Venture, DNR and WVU personnel have been undoing damage done by logging and trains in the early 1900s before the implementation of modern best management practices.

That damage makes it difficult for fish to move up and down streams to grow and reproduce.

The culverts will restore trout access to the tributary.

“Many brook trout streams were altered by dredging, installation of railroad culverts and bridges, and early-century logging itself,” said DNR director Frank Jezioro. “When you change the streams that way and take away the trees that help keep them cool, it’s hard for trout to live in them year-round.”

While the Cass railroad has long been a prized rail for passengers with an eye for scenic vistas, this trip was all business – carrying only the work detail.

Oats Run is located near the remote, historic logging town of Spruce. The Shavers Fork watershed, located high on Cheat Mountain in Randolph and Pocahontas counties, has suffered at

the hands of progress, but is now undergoing a remarkable makeover. Native brook trout which inhabited these streams once attracted famous sportsmen like Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford who fished and admired this renowned fishery.

Archery Deer season open in West Virginia West Virginia's archery deer and bear seasons opened Sept.

29.

For the past several years, West Virginia has had a September opening for its deer archery season, instead of the traditional mid-October opening in an effort to expand recreational opportunities for hunters.

The wild boar archery season opens Oct. 13. The bear season is a split season that runs until Nov. 17 and again from Dec. 3 to Dec. 31.

Special stamps are required and different regulations apply in different counties.

Visit wvdnr.gov for more information.

DNR reminding hunters to check game.

With two of the state's biggame seasons – archery deer and bear - under way, the DNR is reminding hunters that they must fill out and attach a field tag to harvested game in the field.

For deer, the unskinned carcass or fresh skin and head must be checked in at an official checking station before it is transported beyond a county adjacent to the county of kill. It must be checked in within 72 hours of when it was harvested or within 24 hours of the season's closing. In Logan, McDowell, Mingo or Wyoming counties, however, the deer must be checked in the four-county area within 24 hours of the time of kill.

Deer killed outside these four counties cannot be checked within these counties.

For bear, the unskinned carcass or fresh skin must be checked within 24 hours after kill and before any part of the bear is transported more than 75 miles from the point of kill.

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

Leisure

The Putnam Standard Across 1. Pie chart, for one 6. Kuwaiti, e.g.

10. “___ Smile” (1976 hit) 14. Scalawag 15. Pith helmet 16. Airy 17. Small, long-tailed Old World tropics lizard 18.

Black mineral, MnO(OH) 20. Small bell-shaped bomb 22. Cold cuts, e.g.

23. Branch 24. As fast as possible (music) 26. “Flying Down to ___“ 27. Balaam’s mount 28. “Dig in!”

29. Wanton 31. Boredom 33. “Cast Away” setting 34. Decorative handicraft and design (3 wd) 39. Particular, for short 40. Antipasto morsel 41. Male sheep 45. “Wheel of Fortune” buy (2 wd) 46. Telekinesis, e.g.

49. “To ___ is human ...”

50. Fertilization 53. Pilot’s announcement, briefly 54. Comparative word

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55. Unsaturated alcohol 56. Power 59. About to explode 60. Coastal raptor 61. Antares, for one 62. Santa’s reindeer, e.g.

63. Medical advice, often 64. Ballyhoo 65. Demands

Down 1. Italian brandy 2. Ginger ___, dancer 3. Playing marbles 4. Cougars 5. Encourages 6. Store convenience, for short 7. Drifts 8. Pertaining to the temporary cessation of breathing 9. Having two spouses simultaneously 10. “My boy” 11. Beekeeper 12. Courtroom do-overs 13. Buttercup family member 19. Above 21. Goddess of the hunt 25. Bowl over 30. Abounding 31. Carve in stone 32. Altar avowal (2 wd)

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34. Crack 35. Teaches new skills 36. The Kennedys, e.g.

37. Hard outer layer of cheese (pl.)

38. Science of flying planes 39. Carpet cleaner

Acres Actual Alarm Atoms Awoke Badly Blues Cages Center Check Chucks Climb Creep Dived Dress Easel Elbow Facts Fluffy Gears Grabs Hairs Icicle Index Ironed Largely Nouns Occur

42. New newts 43. Discuss again 44. Lean 46. Plagiarist 47. Covered with fine black carbon particles 48. Coastal features

Olive Pages Pianos Pines Prove Reduced Sealed Several Shared Shift Shoes Skirt Smack Snowy Stanza Supports Swell Tapped Tarts Taxes Tells There Tribe Tusks Upside Urged Urgent

51. Open, as a bottle 52. Third canonical hour 57. Undertake, with “out” 58. “... ___ he drove out of sight”

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Community News

ROD's Benefit 5k for Meso is a Great Success SUBMITTED ARTICLE (and photo) by Missy Bowles The big day was a GREAT success!!!! The 3rd annual ROD's Benefit 5k for Meso took place at Eleanor Town Park Saturday Sept 22nd from 10:30-5pm. We had 105 plus walkers and runners and many other attending supporters.

We had 2 Meso fighters attending.

We had a BBQ lunch, raffles, auctions, gospel sing and kids activities. It was a great success and a beautiful day.

We have raised JUST UNDER our $20,000 goal ($19,549.00) for mesothelioma research. If you would like to help us reach our goal or exceed it, contact Missy Bowles Event Coordinator at 304395-0636 or mail your donations (made out to Missy) Bowles at PO Box 205 Bancroft, WV 25011 or visit the website at www.rodsbenefit4meso.webs.com.

Thanks goes out to all of those who helped make this day possible, all the sponsors donors, friends and family. Special thanks must especially go to my husband Glenn and my mom (Daddy’s wife of 42 years, Sharon Dorsey) – but most importantly to God for answering prayers, guiding my steps and directions, and allowing us a

beautiful sunny - yet cool - day for our event.

Look for more on the 4th Annual planning to start in January.

Thanks to all who came out for the event. Also proud to have Erin Maas and her friend Shae from Mesothelioma Research Foundation join us for the Zumbathon on Friday night and the 5k Day on Saturday. Runners and scores: Heather Bowles 23:20, John Toney 23:53, Michael Dollin 25:23, Benton Dolin 27:52, Ashley Dolin 29:16, John Arthur 29:21, Jeremy Callen 31:14, Courtney Walls 31:34, Jeff Medley 32:42, Lourdes

Stone 35:39, Mike Williams 38.05!!!

GOOD JOB! Congrats Heather and John Toney for being the first Male and Female to finish!!!

National Mesothelioma Awareness day is September 26th and is now recognized in West Virginia thanks to Missy and Sharon going before House and Senate in March 2012 and the day being established.

What a blessing this was for us and all fighting this horrible noncurable cancer.

God bless and BELIEVE IN A CURE!!!

Missy Bowles

The Putnam Standard

Rotary learns about Alzheimer's other forms of Dementia TEAYS VALLEY - "Over 45,000 people in West Virginia suffer from Alzheimer's Disease or other types of dementia," Helen Matheny told the Putnam Rotary Club at the group's Sept. 25 meeting.

The causes of Alzheimer's are unknown, and there is no known cure. But changes may be coming with a growing awareness of the need for treatment and care, she said.

Matheny heads the Alzheimer's outreach program at the Blanchette Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute (BRNI) at West Virginia University. BRNI was founded over a dozen years ago in memory of the mother of U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va. Certain health factors seem to be associated with Alzheimer's and other dementia, Matheny said, but the correlations with genetics and family history are not significant.

Age is a risk factor, Matheny said.

"Folks 85 or older have a 50-50 chance of some type of dementia," she said.

Many symptoms of dementia are associated with diminished blood flow to the brain.

"Anything you do to provide good cardiovascular health," she said, "it's going to be good for your brain as well."

Keep up the physical activity, she advised.

"Walk 30 minutes a day, five days a week. And reduce the use of tobacco."

Congress recently authorized a national Alzheimer's project (signed into law on Jan. 4, 2011) which brings government agencies together to share research and to pool information.

By 2025, an advisory council ex-

Helen Matheny of the Blanchette Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute speaks to the Putnam Rotary Club on Tuesday, Sept. 25. pects to make strides in research, clinical care and long-term supports for dementia victims.

"Scientists have developed a skin test, now in clinical trials," said Matheny. "One day, hopefully, you'll be able to go to your physician's office. They'll take a tiny little sample of skin and send it off to the lab.

"The skin test will tell if you currently have Alzheimer's dementia.

The test has been accurate 95 percent of the time," she said. (The only way to diagnose Alzheimer's now is by autopsy).

Also under investigation are a group of agents known as bryostatins.

Presently used to combat certain types of cancer, bryostatins have been shown to cause the growth of new connections in the brain.

For more information about the Blanchette Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute go to www.brni.org.

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FESTIVAL FROM PAGE 1 bands were ‘fed’ into the parade, from there it was back Route 60 west and through town.

This year, there was a performance area where the bands were judged.

Late Saturday night, following the competition at Ona, winners were crowned.

Spring Valley High School won the parade competition, while Capital High School won the field competition and was the overall grand champion for the ‘first ever’ Harvest Champions event.

Many of you will ask, “So what’s coming next?” And we can tell you, the best is still to come!

All of these various festivities and events have set YOU on a path to the 27th Annual West Virginia Pumpkin Festival to be held October 4th, 5, 6 and 7.

When you visit the 2012 WV Pumpkin Festival, you’re sure to find something interesting at every turn.

A very special event at this year’s Festival will be The Wall That Heals. This half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C. with more than 58,000 names is 250 feet long and 6 feet tall.

All military, active and Veterans, will be given free admission to the Pumpkin Festival, as a small token of thanks for all that our military do.

The Wall That Heals features a Traveling Museum and Information Center providing an educational component to enrich and

complete visitor’s experiences.

The Museum chronicles the Vietnam War era and the unique healing power of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, while the Information Center serves as a venue for people to learn about friends and loved ones lost in the war.

Other events offered include: Great Entertainment, Chain Saw Carver, Lye Soap Making, Spinning, Weaving, & Pottery Demonstration, Civil War Encampment, Blacksmith Demonstration, Apple Butter and Sorghum Molasses making, Grist Mill, Giant Pumpkin Contest, Zappo the Clown, Pumpkin Carriage Photos, Railroad Safety – Drive a Train, Arts & Crafts, and various Business Booths. And don’t forget while visiting the Festival to stop by one of the many food booths along the way… the food is just downright delicious!

Gates open daily at 9:00 a.m.; Thursday – Friday – Saturday 9:00 – 9:00; Sunday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

All Admission $5.00! Children 5 and Under – Free! Parking is just $1.00.

Each year, the Pumpkin Festival seems to grow bigger and better (if that’s possible)... and 2012 appears to be no different.

Another great event put on by a lot of very hard-working people.

We’re sure you won’t want to miss a minute of the 2012 West Virginia Pumpkin Festival October 4, 5, 6 and 7 at West Virginia Pumpkin Park in Milton.

Travis Epling was the overall winner of the West Virginia Pumpkin Festival 5K Run with a time of 16:58. Photo courtesy of the West Virginia Pumpkin Festival.

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direct programs and service to meet their needs.

For more information, visit woundedwarriorproject.org.

The Flying Hillbillies Radio Control Club said that it is taking on this initiative to raise financial support and awareness - to benefit our Veteran Heroes who have made the enormous sacrifices and to honor the service of these individuals.

The Flying Hillbillies Radio Control Club is a group of people who are interested in the hobby of building and flying radio controlled model aircraft. The Flying Hillbillies Club Field is located on Route 817 south of Winfield. Travel 5.7 miles north from the St. Albans exit of Interstate 64, or two miles south of Winfield High School.

For more information, visit the Club's website at www.flyinghillbillies.com.

One of Capital High School’s finest! Photo courtesy of the West Virginia Pumpkin Festival.

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Obituaries

Page 10 –Tuesday,October 2,2012 AUDREY VIRGINIA ARTHUR EDWARD R. BAWOLEK CELESTA HILL BENNETT OLIN L. BIRD EDNA ELIZABETHVANN BUTLER ELEANOR (SAMSON) CADLE RAYMOND LEE DUNN JUNE FIZER KATHRYN "KATHY" FELITSKY MARY LEE GWINN GETRUDE ELLEN TACKETT HARLESS MARJORIE LELAND HELMICK ETHEL WALL HODGES DONALD LEE HUGLE GENEVIEVE STOCKWELL JARRETT RAY O. JORDAN DORIS M. KING JOSEPHINE LLOYD SARA KATE LOWERY THOMAS "MIKE" McQUAIN DAVID MELMAN NORMA "NARNEY" SMITH MOORE PATRICIA "PATTI" ANN NIEWIEROWSKI NOLA BERNICE RICE EDDIE WAYNE SHREVES LAWRENCE RICHARD SMITH MONTY JOE STOVER WILLIAM EUGENE TAYLOR WINIFRED L. "WINNIE" BALLENGEE TYER KENNETH ALAN WITT JULIAN CLARENCE WOODS JR. WANDA RUTH YOUNG

AUDREY VIRGINIA ARTHUR Mrs. Audrey Virginia Arthur, 77, of Red House went home to be with the Lord on September 16, 2012, at home.

Mrs. Arthur attended Painter Bethel Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Dessie Pringle; and sisters, Freda Williams and Avalene McNeely.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Norman Arthur; children, Suzanne Craigo of Hurricane and Norman Jr. and wife, Judy Arthur, of Red House; grandchildren, Ashley and husband, Jeff Jeffers, of Red House and Robert Arthur and Norman Arthur, both of Virginia; and great-grandchild, Cyrus.

A tribute to the life of Mrs. Audrey Arthur was held Wednesday, September 19, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor James Arthur officiating. Burial followed in Showen Cemetery, Bancroft.

Condolences may be sent to the

family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com.

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

EDWARD R. BAWOLEK Edward R. Bawolek, 95, went home to the Lord on September 11, 2012.

He was born March 26, 1917, and grew up in Chicago, Ill. He proudly served his country during World War II, repairing tanks while working as an Army ordnance specialist under Gen. George Patton. After the war, he married Helyne G. Belokas and took employment with the Illinois Bell Telephone company. He furthered his education and received a B.S. degree in electrical engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology in 1964. Edward and Helyne raised two children.

After his wife, Helyne, passed away in 1993, Edward moved to Arizona and subsequently to West Virginia, where he spent his final years. Edward enjoyed fishing, gardening and mechanics. He was a loving father and a patient tutor.

He is survived by his two children, Valerie and Edward John; and four grandchildren, Carolyne, Eleanor, Edward Thomas and Helyne.

Services for Edward were held September 21 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, St. Albans.

Burial followed at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar.

CELESTA HILL BENNETT Celesta Hill Bennett, 96, of Teays Valley, died September 18, 2012, after a short illness. She was born March 11, 1916, the oldest of five children, in Doddridge County.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph W. "Bill" Bennett; her parents, Ora A. and Lorla M. Hill of Big Flint; two brothers, Kermit and Jack Hill; and one sister, Patricia H. Broadwater of Parkersburg.

Celesta is survived by one sister, Doris H. Fluharty of Big Flint; daughter, Carolyn B. Meador and her husband, Jim, of Lafayette, Calif.; son, William A. "Bill" Bennett of Teays Valley; three granddaughters, Lynne M. Whyte, M.D., Cynthia M. Fisher and Michelle M. Chambers, all of California; and six great-grandchildren of California.

Services were held Monday, September 24, at Bartlett-Bur-

dette-Cox Funeral Home, Charleston, with her nephew, Michael J. Broadwater of Parkersburg, officiating. Burial followed in Elk Hills Memorial Park, Big Chimney.

The family asks that donations are made to the American Stroke Association, P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at bartlettburdettecox.com.

Bartlett-Burdette-Cox was in charge of arrangements.

OLIN L. BIRD Olin L. Bird, 89, of Scott Depot, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 15, 2012, at the home where he was born.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Lewis Carter and Elizabeth Ida Moore Bird; his daughter, Ida Faye; his grandsons, Gary Olin Lewis Bird, Lonnie Bird Jr. and Greg Bird; his great-grandson, Colt Allen Bird; and his sisters, Ruth Mobley and Opal Pauley.

He was retired from the Putnam County Board of Education as a bus driver; a member of Scary Creek Church of God; and served his country during World War II with the United States Navy. Olin loved his farm and spent many hours in his garden, as well as caring for his cattle, better known as his "girls."

Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Ella Pauley Bird; his children, Gary (Shirley) Bird of Scott Depot, Vernon (Bonnie) Bird of Greenbrier County, Lonnie Bird of Scott Depot, Jim (Mary) Bird of Greenbrier County and Lisa Stoner of Scott Depot; 12 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; close family friend, Diana BirdPauley of Hurricane; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Services were held Thursday, September 20, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Pastor Gary Hale officiating. Burial followed in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Hurricane.

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

The family suggests memorial contributions are made in Olin's name to Scary Creek Church of God, 340 Scary Road, Scott Depot, WV 25560.

EDNA ELIZABETH VANN BUTLER Mrs. Edna Elizabeth Vann Butler, 91, of Hurricane, formerly of Roanoke Rapids, N.C., died Sept.

16, 2012. Graveside services were held Saturday, Sept. 22, at Cedarwood Cemetery, Roanoke Rapids.

Arrangements were by Massey Funeral Home, Roanoke Rapids.

ELEANOR (SAMSON) CADLE Eleanor (Samson) Cadle, 64, of Culloden, formerly of Florida, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at Rose Terrace Health and Rehabilita-

The Putnam Standard tion, Culloden, after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Delmar and Mary Smith Samson; sister, Deloris Smith; and brother, Sebert Samson.

She worked in the medical field as a nurse, formerly at CAMC General Division and in Florida, and had also worked in real estate sales.

She is survived by her daughter, Mona Michelle Mills of Buckhannon; sisters, Doris Oxley of Dunbar, Patricia Adkins of South Charleston, Sylvia Harless of Sod, Ilean Torman of Hurricane and Eva Canter of Taylorsville, N.C.; brother, Lester Samson of Sod; and grandchildren, Sean Rodrigeuz and Brianna Mills.

Family and friends gathered on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek to remember Eleanor.

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

RAYMOND LEE DUNN Mr. Raymond Lee Dunn, 59, of Nitro, passed away September 24, 2012, at home.

Ray was a 1971 graduate of Nitro High School; a graduate of West Virginia State College; and a master mechanic and former instructor at Ben Franklin Technical College.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Clagg; and stepfather, Kermit Miller.

He is survived by his daughter, Crystal Dunn of Nitro; mother, Janet Miller of Winfield; brother, Dwayne Miller of Winfield; sister, Eva Miller of Winfield; and special niece, Misty.

A tribute to the life of Ray was held Thursday, September 27, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel. 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 Dunn family.

KATHRYN JUNE FIZER "KATHY" FELITSKY Kathryn June Fizer "Kathy" Felitsky, 58, of Hurricane, passed away September 18, 2012, at CAMC Memorial.

She was born to Reid and Inez Harris Fizer on April 27, 1954, in Hurricane.

She was employed with the Department of Energy and was a ladies auxiliary member of VFW Post 9097.

In addition to her parents, Kathy is also survived by her family: Cari Gregor and her husband, Matthew, and their daughter, Katie Felitsky, of Scott Depot and Frank Felitsky and his wife, Sylvia, and their daughter, Genny, of Hurricane; her sisters, Mary Fizer of St. Albans and Vicky Tolley of Hurricane; and her brother, Bill Fizer of Hurricane.

Funeral services for Kathy were

held Saturday, September 22, 2012 at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane. Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

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

MARY LEE GWINN Mary Lee Gwinn, 72, of St. Albans, passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House, after an extended illness.

She was born April 27, 1940, in Kanawha County, a daughter of James M. and Effie V. Jones. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gene C. Gwinn Sr.; and son, Gene C. Gwinn Jr. She is survived by sons, Michael Gwinn and his wife, Leslie, of Given, Gregory Gwinn and his wife, Kelly, of Charleston and David Gwinn of St. Albans; daughter, Cathy Sorrells and her husband, Larry, of Titusville, Fla.; nine grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; sister, Karren Randolph and her husband, Leon, of Sissonville; brother, James M. Jones Jr. of Sissonville; and aunts, Virgie, Leathey and Audrey of Charleston.

The family is honoring Mary's request to be cremated.

Celebration of Mary's life was held Friday, September 21, at Mountain Mission Church with Pastor Fairley McCormick officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Kennawa Drive, Charleston, WV 25311.

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

GETRUDE ELLEN TACKETT HARLESS Getrude Ellen Tackett Harless, 91, of St. Albans, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012, after a short illness, surrounded by all of her family with heavy hearts full of love for her.

She was born May 15, 1921, in Lincoln County, a daughter of Milton and Ellen Gillenwater Tackett.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Orville Harless; daughter, Wilma Sheppard; sisters, Hannah McClure, Vesta Grass, Lena McClure and Doris Sowards; and nine brothers, Theodore, Daner, Mallie, Kelley, Harvey, Bill, Roy, Vernard and Ray. Gertie was a member of Marlaing Church of Christ, St. Albans.

She was a woman of many talents who began her working lifetime early as a domestic worker. She worked as a punch press operator at Fletcher Enamel and as an inspector for Kanawha Bottling during World War II. She was happy working, whether it was helping her husband build their homes or cooking a giant feast for her family get-togethers at her home. She

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The Putnam Standard was also a talented seamstress and artist, but most of all she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Gertie had a huge, loving heart. She often cared for sick friends and family members. She always had a big smile and a warm hug for all who visited her home. She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends.

She is survived by her son, Herman Harless (Jeannie); daughters, Lana Meddings (Don), Connie White (Chuck) and Bonnie Widner, all of St. Albans; son-in-law, Raymond Sheppard of South Pines, N.C.; grandchildren, Ray Harless, Adam Harless, Joshua Harless, Holley Widner, Heather Karnas, Bethany Lovejoy, Tanette Stuckey, Emily Meddings, Mindy Groghan and Catie Atkins; and nine great-grandchildren.

Celebration of Getrude's life was held Wednesday, September 26, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, 110 B St., St. Albans. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

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

MARJORIE LELAND HELMICK Marjorie Leland Helmick, 95, of St. Albans, passed away Friday, September 21, 2012, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, surrounded by her family. She was a resident of Riverview Towers, St. Albans, for 17 years. She was a former resident of Vienna, W.Va., and Little Hocking, Ohio.

Marjorie was born October 16, 1916, in Cleveland, Ohio, daughter of the late Roger C. and Lydia L. Berghoff Leland. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carl W. Helmick; son, Mack Helmick; and sister, Phyllis Leland Smith.

She was a graduate of Shaw High School, Cleveland, class of 1934. She moved to Vienna in 1937 after her marriage to Carl W. Helmick and was an active member of Wayside United Methodist Church. Her love of young people was evident in her life as she was a faithful Sunday school teacher for many years and also was a Cub Scout Den Mother in Vienna. In 1958 she served as the president of the West Virginia Parent Teacher Association. She was employed at Kootaga Area Council, Inc., Boy Scouts of America, for several years.

During her residency in Little Hocking, she was an active member of Little Hocking United Methodist Church, serving as a member of the United Methodist Women and also as a Sunday school teacher. Following her husband's death she moved to St. Albans, where she was an active member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church. She enjoyed her volunteer work with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, where she received numerous awards. She was a skilled seam-

stress throughout her life and during her residency in Little Hocking. She owned her own craft business showcasing her original designs.

Survivors include her son, Roger L. Helmick and wife, Mary Sue Davis Helmick, of St. Albans; grandson, Paul W. Helmick and wife, Dr. Kristen Peros Helmick, of Charleston; granddaughter, Deborah Lynn Helmick Fernatt and her husband, John, of Hurricane; and grandson, Jonathan Fernatt and his wife, Rachel, of Hurricane.

Also surviving are two greatgrandchildren, Daniel Edison Helmick and Lily Grace Helmick, both of Charleston; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 25, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with the Rev. Loretta Isaiah officiating.

Burial was held Wednesday, September 26, at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Parkersburg, with the Rev. Patrick Kerr of Wayside United Methodist Church officiating.

The family requests that contributions are made to St. Andrew United Methodist Church, Youth Ministry Fund, 815 Kanawha Terrace, St. Albans, WV 25177.

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

ETHEL WALL HODGES Ethel Wall Hodges of Hurricane, wife of Darrell L. Hodges, died on Sept. 16, 2012.

She is the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Pansy Jimison Wall. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth Charles and Robert Miles Wall.

In addition to her husband, survivors include her daughter, Amy Hodges of Hurricane; one brother, David Wall of Martha; three sisters, Mrs. Harold K (Nancy) Doak of Marietta, Ohio; Mrs. Nolan (Shirley) Webb of Milton; and Barbara Moore of Huntington; and several nieces, nephews and friends, all of whom she loved very much.

Please give to the church or charity of your choice.

Mrs. Hodges made an anatomical donation to the Human Gift Registry at the Marshall University medical school.

DONALD LEE HUGLE Donald Lee Hugle, 49, of St. Albans, died Sept. 22, 2012.

Arrangements were in the care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

GENEVIEVE STOCKWELL JARRETT Genevieve Stockwell Jarrett, also known as "Mother," "GiGi" and "Jenny," passed away Friday, September 21, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, at 95 years of age. She was born in Richwood, daughter of the late Doy A. Stockwell and Louella Sinnett. She was married to the late Maxwell Jarrett in 1942.

Jenny lived on a farm in Poca until 1975, when she moved to Sanford, Fla., where she lived until 1995. She moved to Myers Avenue Apartments in Dunbar in 2000.

She was a member of Fairlawn Baptist Church in Dunbar.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Dick and Paul Stockwell; and sister, Anna Lee Mitchell.

Surviving are her daughter, Dawn Peal and her husband, Calvin; grandchildren: Joseph Peal and wife, Stacy, and their children, Alex and Hollianne; and

by Samuel Peal and his wife, Crystal, and their children, Zack, Chelsie and Emily. Also surviving are her beloved niece and nephew, Rick Stockwell and his wife, Glennis, and Jenny Lee Wilkinson and her husband, Steve; as well as many other nieces and nephews.

It was Jenny's wish to be cremated and that there were no services.

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

Arrangements were in the care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

RAY O. JORDAN Mr. Ray O. Jordan, 85, of Nitro, went home to be with the Lord on September 25, 2012, after a short illness.

He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Leona.

Ray is survived by his daughter, Renna McGinnis; granddaughters, Carrie and Tara; great-granddaughters, Elsie and Tara; and great-grandson, Jordan, all of Florida; sons, Barry Jordan and wife, Nancy, of St. Albans and Keith Jordan and grandson, Joshua, of Florida; sisters, Orvie Stewart of Rock Branch and Delphia Scarberry of Indiana; and brother, Ed Jordan of Poca.

He retired from Monsanto with 42 years of service. He was an Army veteran and a faithful member of Rock Branch Independent Church and a member of the Nitro Senior Citizens and the CRS Club.

His spirit and generosity will remain alive in the hearts of those who loved and knew him.

A tribute to the life of Ray was held Friday, September 28, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home with pastors Delbert Hawley and Travis Rucker officiating. Burial was held Saturday, September 29 at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens.

Please send donations to Rock Branch Independent Church Youth Program, 133 Cross Lanes Drive, Nitro, WV 25143.

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

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

Tuesday,October 2,2012 – Page 11 DORIS M. KING Doris M. King, 74, of Hometown, passed away Monday, September 24, 2012, at her daughter's home, following a long illness. She was a graduate of Buffalo High School and retired from the Putnam County Aging Program.

Doris attended Hometown Methodist Church, loved to spend time gardening and deeply loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Born August 18, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Holbert Young and Goldie Reedy Young. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James King Sr.; two brothers; and three sisters.

Survivors include her longtime companion, Herbert E. Harrison; daughter, Cindy (David) Cawley of Poca; sons, James (Rebecca) King Jr. of Roanoke, Va., and Timothy (Debra) King of Barboursville; and sister, Mildred Stover of Buffalo. Doris is also survived by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Thursday, September 27, at Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo.

Burial followed in Cross Creek Cemetery, Buffalo.

Online condolences may be sent to the King family, and the online guestbook signed, by visiti n g www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

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

JOSEPHINE LLOYD Mrs. Josephine Lloyd, 71, of Poca went home to be with the Lord on September 16, 2012, at home.

Mrs. Lloyd was a retired cook from Poca Elementary School, where she loved to feed and clothe the children in need. She was a Christian. She loved the outdoors, especially spending time on her back porch talking to those who came to visit. She was an avid shopper and adored her grandchildren. Jo was a very generous lady and will be missed in the community.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Lloyd; parents, James and Virgie King; and sisters, Myrtle and Margaret.

She is survived by her daughters, Tami and husband, Brady Lanham, of Poca, and Beth Lloyd and husband, Joe Boggess, of Poca; sisters, Ruth Hawley of Nitro, Doris Barr of Poca and Faye Higginbotham of Eleanor;

brothers, Donald King of Poca, Tommy King of Poca, Charles King of Poca and Billy King of Cross Lanes; and four grandchildren, Zachary Lanham, Lexie Lanham, Drew Boggess and Tyler Lloyd.

A tribute to the life of Mrs. Josephine Lloyd was held Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Delbert L. Hawley officiating.

Private family burial was held Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

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

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

SARA KATE LOWERY Sara Kate Lowery, our precious angel, 22, of St. Albans, passed away September 19, 2012.

She was born August 4, 1990, and was a daughter of Brian and Bonnie Ray Lowery of St. Albans.

Sara was a 2008 graduate of St. Albans High School, where she played on the volleyball team.

She was a cheerleader during her years at Hayes Middle School, St. Albans. She had an outgoing personality and was kindhearted to everyone she met. One of her greatest passions was the friendships she made. Shopping with her friends was her favorite pastime. She was a loving daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt and niece and will always be remembered for her beautiful smile. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Howard Lowery Jr.; maternal grandparents, Averil and Nana Ray; and uncle, Steve Lowery.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Blake Lowery of St. Albans; sister, Laura Lowery of St. Albans; nephew, Brayden Lowery of St. Albans; paternal grandmother, Shirley Ann Lowery of Charleston; and three uncles.

A celebration of Sara's life was held Sunday, September 23, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with H.R. Whittington as celebrant.

A graveside service with burial was held Monday, September 24, at Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

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

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Page 12 –Tuesday,October 2,2012 THOMAS "MIKE" McQUAIN Thomas "Mike" McQuain, 69, of Hurricane, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at St. Mary's Hospital, Huntington, following a short illness. Born August 9, 1943, in Newton, he was the son of the late Charles R. McQuain and Virginia R. Halsey McQuain Hall.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Hilda Faye Huffman McQuain, on September 18, 2011; his stepfather, George Hall; four sisters, Haley Cordial, Shirley McQuain, Judy Hall and Ethel McQuain; and four brothers, Pat McQuain, Earl McQuain, Kenny McQuain and Guy McQuain.

Mike was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a member of Midland Trail Masonic Lodge No. 166 AF&AM. He was retired from CSX Railroad as a supervisor of train operations.

Survivors include three daughters, Debra Canfield and husband, Carl, of Charmco, Shelly Adkins and husband, Allen, of Beckley and Kelly Williams and husband, Randy, of Huntington; two sons, Jimmy Walkup and wife, Patricia, of Rainelle and Jeffrey Walkup and wife, Tessa, of Charleston; three sisters, Betty Dillon of Baltimore, Md., Gail Hanshew of Green Sulphur Springs and Charlotte Finigan of Flemington, N.J.; three brothers, Roscoe McQuain of Rainelle, George Hall of Rainelle and Paul Hall of McRoss; 14 grandchildren, Pappy's Little Buddy, Paydan, Chastity, Paxton, Courtney, Lindsay, Josh, Eli, Rachel, Megan, Brittany, Taylor, Jeffrey II, Kendra and Adrianna; 23 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services were held Friday, September 21, at Wallace & Wallace Chapel, Rainelle, with the Rev. Eddie Ray Goddard officiating. Burial followed in Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville.

Arrangements were entrusted to Wallace & Wallace of Rainelle.

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

DAVID MELMAN David Melman, 72, of St. Albans, died Sept. 22, 2012. Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, was in charge of arrangements.

NORMA "NARNEY" SMITH MOORE Norma "Narney" Smith Moore, 91, of St. Albans, passed away Monday, September 17, 2012, at the home of her niece in Spring, Texas, after a short struggle with renal failure.

Born October 6, 1920, in Tornado, Norma was a daughter of the late Charlie Todd and Maude Crouch Smith. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Truman Earl Moore; and siblings, Homer "Ben" Smith, Minnie Coll, Hobart Smith, Charles "Charlie Todd" Smith and Raymond Smith.

Norma retired from Union Carbide Corporation as a senior engineering technician after 36-and-a-half years of faithful service. She was also a member of Gateway Christian Church, St. Albans.

Norma is survived by sisters, Ruby Libscomb of St. Albans and Willie McKinney Milhorn of Eleanor, as well as her many beloved nieces and nephews.

Graveside Services were held Saturday, September 22, at Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, with Pastor Jeff Ranson officiating. Burial followed in the memorial park.

The family desires to extend special gratitude to all the many caregivers of Norma throughout her illness.

Memorial contributions, in memory of Norma Smith Moore, may be made to Harkins House, a maternity home for young, homeless pregnant girls: P.O. Box 1113, Humble, TX 77347, www.harkinshouse.com.

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

PATRICIA "PATTI" ANN NIEWIEROWSKI Patricia "Patti" Ann Niewierowski, 64, of South Charleston, passed away peacefully, after a long illness, on September 18, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston. After diagnosis of advanced disease in March 2012, Patti chose quality of life and opted not to receive treatment.

Family, friends and physicians were amazed by her resilience and will to live, facing each day with strength and humor. Born November 2, 1947, in Connersville, Ind., she was the daughter of the late Arnold and Margaret Carte.

Patti was not only a wife,

mother, sister and friend, she was the "Go-To Lady." She always knew how to get things done and who to call to help out, being the first in line to lend a hand. She was known to help many people in their time of need, whether it was catering a wedding reception or just being a friend to listen. She spent over 30 years volunteering in Cross Lanes and District 3 Little League Baseball & Softball. Her highlight to the end of each season was attending the Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa., with her friends. In addition, for over 10 years she organized the Hospitality Room for the West Virginia State High School Baseball Tournament. Patti's greatest asset in life was the countless friendships she maintained throughout the years. Patti will be remembered for her great sense of humor and zest for life!

Patti was a 1965 graduate of St. Albans High School and a retired nurse at St. Francis with over 20 years of service.

In addition to her parents, Patti was preceded in death by her brother, Gene Carte, and grandmother, Belle Buckner.

Patti is survived by her husband of 43 years, John; son, Chris Niewierowski and his wife, Kellie, of St. Albans; daughter, Lynda Berry and her husband, Brian, of Nitro; stepson, Scott Howerton and his wife, Edwina, of Lexington, S.C.; grandchildren, Lexi Kuhn, Eden Niewierowski, Eli Berry, Carter Niewierowski, Lakin Howerton Gantt, Zach Howerton and Shannan Howerton; brother, Richard "Butch" Carte of Cross Lanes; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services were held Sunday, September 23, at Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston, with Pastor Anthony Moss officiating.

Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to all those who helped care for Patti and the family during this difficult time.

The prayers, food, cards and phone calls are appreciated and will not be forgotten.

The family asks that donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

NOLA BERNICE RICE Nola Bernice Rice, 88, was born June 2, 1924, to Wilbert Thomas Taylor and Josephine Leadmon Taylor, in Milton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garland Rice; her parents; brother, Clyde Taylor; and sister, Virginia Simms.

She grew up in Milton and attended schools in Milton and St. Albans. She graduated from Marr's Beauty School, becoming a master beautician herself and establishing her own business, Bernice's Beauty Shop. She was a member of Rehoboth Baptist Church in St. Albans.

She is survived by her son,

The Putnam Standard Charles Franklin Guthrie (Edna); daughter, Bonnie Johnson Monday; five grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

A loving mother, grandmother, wife and caring person, she will be greatly missed by her loving family.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 25, at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, with the Rev. Buford Plumley officiating. Burial followed in Forest Memorial Park, Milton.

Please visit allenfuneralhomewv.com to share memories and condolences.

EDDIE WAYNE SHREVES EddieWayne Shreves went home to be with our Lord and Savior on September 15, 2012, after a long battle with muscular dystrophy.

Born February 11, 1994, in South Charleston, Eddie was a 2012 graduate of St. Albans High School. He was in the MDA telethon, Special Olympics, a member of the recycling club and the work program at St. Albans High School. He loved mustang cars, motorcycles and his video games.

Eddie always had a smile, an unselfish, wonderful heart and the most beautiful soul blessed by our Heavenly Father.

He was preceded in death by his uncle, Eddie Lowe (his name sake); maternal great-grandparents, Fred and Betty Pauley; paternal greatgrandfather, Gilbert Shreves; and paternal-grandmother, Marie Shreves Collins.

Surviving are his mother, Donna Lowe Shreves Pollastrini; sister, Elizabeth Shreves; stepfather, Dante; stepbrothers, Noah and Seth at home; father, Damon Shreves; maternal grandparents, Faye and Darrell Holley; paternal grandparents, Ryan and Linda Shreves; paternal great-grandmother, Carol Shreves, all of St. Albans. He is also survived by many great aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends, all of whom he loved and loved him.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Doris Walls officiating. Burial followed in the Pauley family cemetery.

The family would like to thank all those who cared for and loved Eddie. Special thanks are given to Chaplain Pete Thompson at Hospice, the Hubbard Hospice House and many others.

Memorial contributions in Eddie's name can be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd.

West, Charleston, WV 25387-2536.

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

LAWRENCE RICHARD SMITH Lawrence Richard Smith, 68, of St. Albans, passed away September 24 at Hubbard Hospice House.

He was a veteran of the USMC, former truck driver, bus driver

and barber. He loved the outdoors, fishing and auctions and was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Survived by wife, Mae Smith; daughter, Andrea Beth Smith; stepchildren, Eddie Anderson, Edwina Tanner and WC Anderson; 10 grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and 35 nieces and nephews. Also, his constant companion, his little dog, Sweetie. He is survived by siblings, Pauline Wingate, Gail Smith, Paul Smith, John Smith and Joan Smith. He was preceded in death by parents, Albert and Rena Smith; and siblings, Arlene Bear, James Smith and Louise Maddox.

The family would like to express appreciation for the visitors, cards and letters of support.

Lawrence elected to have his body donated to the Marshall University School of Medicine.

A small memorial service will be held at a future date.

Please send donations to Hubbard Hospice House West, 4605 MacCorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309.

MONTY JOE STOVER Monty Joe Stover, 63, of Eleanor, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012, at his home, following a sudden illness. He was a 1968 graduate of Buffalo High School and retired from the John Amos Power Plant with 39 years of service. Monty was an avid outdoorsman who had a passion for deer hunting and will be remembered for his quiet and gentle nature.

Born April 2, 1949, he was the son of the late Hollis A. Stover and J. Maxine Tolley Stover Francisco.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brotherin-law, "Buzzy" Craddock; and stepfather, Andy Francisco.

Survivors include his companion, Joy Sabel; daughters, Misty Stover of Given, Mendy (Eric) Fiori of Berlin, Md., and Michelle Stover of Liberty; brother, Larry A. (Emily) Stover of Winfield; sister, Linda Craddock of Eleanor; and grandchildren, Ashtyn and Elianna. Monty is also survived by several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 25, at Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo, with Pastor Woody Willard officiating. Burial followed Wednesday, September 26, at Walker Chapel Cemetery, Robertsburg.

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

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

WILLIAM EUGENE TAYLOR William Eugene Taylor, 54, of Scott Depot, died Sept. 16, 2012.

Services were held Friday, Sept.

21, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane. Burial followed in Peach Ridge Cemetery, Hurricane.

The Putnam Standard WINIFRED L. "WINNIE" BALLENGEE TYER Winifred L. "Winnie" Ballengee Tyer, 94, of St. Albans, died Monday, September 24, 2012.

She was born September 30, 1917, in Herold, Braxton County, to the late Christopher C. and Annie Carte Ballengee.

Winnie spent her childhood in Braxton County and graduated from Gassaway High School. After graduation she attended Charleston School of Commerce.

She married Michael Keenan Tyer on December 16, 1939. Winnie was a supervisor for Magic Windows in St. Albans; owned and operated Alice in Wonderland Day Care in St. Albans; and was a staunch Democrat who worked the polls for many years on election day. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her family and friends.

Winnie was the subject of a feature article in the Charleston Gazette for her potato bread. An avid reader, she had a great joy for her pets, loved to sing and enjoyed traveling with her husband, Mike.

She was a member of Highway Presbyterian Church, St. Albans.

Winnie was preceded in death by her parents, Christopher and Annie Ballengee; her husband of 57 years, Michael K. Tyer; her brothers, Ray H. Ballengee and Harper N. Ballengee; and her sis-

Obituaries/Legals ter, Opal N. Ballengee.

She is survived by a daughter, Sharron (Don) Rogers of St. Albans; a son, Christopher "Mike" (Peggy Freeman) Tyer of Oak Hill; her niece, Christine A. Ballengee of Charleston; four grandchildren, John Rogers of Berea, Ky., Mark (Nanette) Rogers of Hurricane, Jason (Kim) Rogers of St. Albans and Kristina Tyer of Decatur, Ala.; and eight great-grandchildren.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at Meadowbrook Acres Nursing Center and to Kanawha Hospice Care.

Donations in Winnie's honor may be made to New Hope Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 461, Scott Depot, WV 25560.

A memorial service honoring the life of Winifred L. Tyer was held Thursday, September 27, at Richard M. Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway, with the Rev. Johnny Conrad officiating. Burial was in Beall's Mill Cemetery, Gassaway.

Condolences may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.

KENNETH ALAN WITT Kenneth Alan Witt, 49, of Huntington, passed away Friday, September 21, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, September 24, 2012 at Cross Lanes Baptist

Church, Cross Lanes, by Pastor Seth Polk. Burial will be at a later date.

Kenneth was born May 3, 1963, in Charleston. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a graduate of Nitro High School. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Sherman and Freda Witt; and maternal grandparents, Tony and Pauline McClanahan.

Survivors include his father, Verril T. (Norma) Witt of Nitro; his mother, Linda P. (Paul) Roberts of St. Albans; three sisters, Lora Witt, Rita (Eric) Parsons and Dora (Patrick) Belcher; several nieces and nephews; and many other family members.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staffs of Prestera and St. Mary's Medical Center for the care given to Kenny.

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

Reger Funeral Home, Huntington, was in charge of arrangements.

JULIAN CLARENCE WOODS JR. Julian Clarence Woods Jr., 73, of St. Albans, passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at Huntington VA Medical Center.

Born September 5, 1939, in Charleston, he was a son of the

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late Julian C. Woods Sr. and Lora I. LeMaster Coleman.

He was a veteran of the United States Army and a retired school bus driver for Kanawha County schools.

He is survived by his children, Evelyn Cox (Joey) of Monroe, N.C., Norman Woods of Monroe, Tammy Dillo (Butch Byrd) of St. Albans and Cassandra Martin (Don) of Teays Valley; sisters, Ruth Martin of Spotsylvania, Va., Sibyl McIntyre of Evans, Cora Sargent, Carolyn Paul and Nancy Wileman, all of St. Albans, and Sharon Edwards of Poca; brothers, Chester Woods of St. Albans, Jim Woods of Cottageville, Don Coleman of Atlanta, Ga., and Jerry Woods and Richard Woods, both of St. Albans; six grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren.

Graveside services were held Monday, September 24, at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar, with Pastor Jim Dillo officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Huntington VA Medical Center, 1540 Spring Valley Drive, Huntington, WV 25704. You may also share memories or condolences with the family at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.

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

WANDA RUTH YOUNG Wanda Ruth Young, 78, of St. Albans, passed away September 18, 2012, at her home.

She was born February 28, 1934, and was a daughter of John E. and Naomi R. Cash Lowther.

She was a homemaker and loved to play bingo and cards.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one grandson, one sister and one brother.

Wanda is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Alfred M. Young; three sons, Wayne (Kathy) Young, Charles "Eddie" (Juanita) Young and Paul (Pobby) Young, all of St. Albans; brothers, Charles Lowther of Nitro and James Lowther of Michigan; sisters, Betty Powell of South Charleston, Wilma "Jean" Kelley of Nitro, Viola Catherine Henry of Ohio and Karen Hodges of Michigan; 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and special niece, Evelyn.

A celebration of Wanda's life was held Friday, September 21, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Celebrant H.R. Whittington officiating. Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

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

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Page 14 –Tuesday,October 2,2012 HURRICANE FROM PAGE 1 ergy. Capital mounted a scoring drive early in the third quarter that culminated in a 6-yard touchdown run from Kashaun Haley.

Hurricane blocked the extra point, holding onto a 10-6 lead.

Next, the Cougars intercepted an errant Hurricane pass and returned the ball 59 yards for a touchdown to go up 13-10.

The Redskins answered with a nice scoring drive of their own which saw Hensley hit receiver Koi Turner on a 24-yard touchdown pass to regain the lead 17-13.

Capital answered quickly however. Haley returned the ensuing kickoff to the Cougars 36 yard line, and then James Richmond reeled off a 50-yard run. Haley took the ball on the next play and ran it into the endzone from 14 yards out to put Capital up 20-17 with just over five minutes to go in the game.

But Hurricane would not be denied. Following the kickoff, the Redskins used 15 plays to drive the ball steadily down the field culminating in Hensley's game winning scoring run with nine seconds on the clock.

For the night, Hensley completed 26 of 38 passes for 211 yards. Turner caught 8 of those passes for 102 yards.

With the victory, Hurricane goes to 3-2 on the season.

The Redskins stay at home again this week for a 7:30 p.m. Friday showdown with the Ripley Vikings.

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Buffalo defeats Richwood 36-8 BUFFALO – The Buffalo Bison used an efficient offense and stifling defense to defeat visiting Richwood HighSchool36-8FridaynightinBuffalo.

Buffalo quarterback Levi Jordan had another big night passing completing 6 of 9 attempts for 269 yards.

Jordan connected with Garison Erwin on a 40-yard touchdown, and also hit Laythen Good on a 59-yard touchdown play. On the evening,

Goodcaughtthreeballsfor107yards, andalsorushed10timesfor92yards.

TheBisondefenseheldRichwood scoreless until the final two minutes of the game when the Lumberjacks found the endzone to avoid the shutout.

With the victory, the Bison go to 41 on the season.

Buffaloremainsathomeagainthis Friday for a 7:30 p.m. game against Wirt County High School.

Poca falls to Herbert Hoover 19-16 FALLING ROCK – The Poca Dots dropped their third straight game Friday night losing to Herbert Hoover 19-16.

It was Herbert Hoover's first victory of the season after dropping their first five games.

The Huskies played solid defense all night forcing four Poca turnovers.

For Poca, some of the evening's highlights included an

11-yard touchdown run from T.T. Loudin and a 24-yard scoring run from quarterback Jake Payne.

On the evening, Loudin ran for 120 yards and Payne ran for 114 yards.

With the loss, The Dots fall to 2-4 on the season.

Poca stays on the road again this week, traveling to Webster County for a 7:30 p.m. game Friday night.

Logan defeats Winfield 38-28 WINFIELD – A large homecoming crowd could not cheerWinfield to victory Friday night as the Generals fell to visiting Logan 38-28.

Logan used an efficient passing attack led by quarterback Chris Marcum to toppleWinfield. For the night, Marcum passed for more than 330 yards.

Highlights for the Generals on the evening included a 5-yard touchdown run from Seth Lewis and a 12yard touchdown pass from Toby Show to John Hathaway. For the evening, Show passed for 175 yards.

With the loss, the Generals fall to 2-4 on the season.

Winfield goes on the road this

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