The Putnam Standard

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

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Hurricane, Buffalo in playoff chase STAFF REPORT PARKERSBURG – Hurricane and Buffalo High Schools both improved their chances of making the post season playoffs according to the latest state high school football rankings released Tuesday by the Virginia Secondary West Schools Activities Commission.

Fresh off a come from behind 23-20 victory over fellow Class AAA rival Capital High School, Hurricane was ranked No. 14 in the latest set of rankings. The top 16 teams in each Class qualify for post season play.

The Redskins will get a chance to improve their ranking this Friday when they take on the Ripley Vikings at 7:30 p.m. in Hurricane. Ripley will bring a 3-3 record and a No. 21 ranking into Friday night's contest.

Fresh off a loss to Logan, Winfield High School was ranked No. 25 in the Class AAA rankings released Tuesday.

The Generals are now 2-4 on the season and will face Class AAA's top ranked team this Friday night in Ona as they go up against Cabell Midland. Cabell Midland will bring a perfect 60 record into the game.

In Class AA, the Poca Dots fell to No. 27 in the latest rankings.

Poca lost last Friday night to SEE RANKINGS ON PAGE 3

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Rotary Club gives books to county sixth graders SUBMITTED REPORT TEAYS VALLEY -- For the sixth year in a row, the Putnam Rotary Club has distributed thesauruses to county sixth graders through the National Dictionary Project.

The reference books are supplied through the national program at a reduced cost to the local Rotary Club.

A thesaurus is a dictionary of words of a similar meanings used to help with composition, to help find the best ways to express an idea.

The Rotary Club had wanted to provide students with dictionaries, but local students already had their own personal dictionaries.

Putnam Rotary Club President Tina McComas has said that the books help students build their vocabulary.

"We believe our local support for this project contributes to the top test scores our students have earned year after year," she said.

Rotary Club members distributed the books to George Washington Middle School students on Sept. 13, Poca Middle School

(Left) Putnam Rotary Club member Leslee Shaffer gives pointers to students on the use of a thesaurus. The Rotary Club recently gave a copy of a thesaurus to every county sixth grader. students on Sept. 18, Winfield Middle School students on Sept.

25 and Hurricane Middle School students on Sept. 27.

About 4,000 of the books have

gone to Putnam students since the local Rotary Club became involved.

Since the National Dictionary Project began in 1995, over 17

million children have received the dictionaries.

For more information about Putnam Rotary, visit www.putnamrotary.com.

Exhibit features quilts from Underground Railroad INSTITUTE – Nineteenth-century slaves seeking freedom along the Underground Railroad did not have the aid of text messaging, e-mail or even letters for communication.

Instead, theories suggest that other, unconventional methods were used to guide them to freedom.

One such method – coded

messages sewn into quilts – is on display at West Virginia State University through Saturday, Oct. 6.

Howard Wilson and his daughter, Teresa Kemp, both WVSU graduates, are sharing five generations of family heirlooms with the Underground Railroad Secret Quilt Code Exhibit, on display at the Della

Brown Taylor Art Gallery in the WVSU Davis Fine Arts Building during Homecoming celebrations.

Not only are the quilts a treasured piece of history from the family of Wilson’s late wife, Serena, they are symbolic on a deeper level.

The quilts are thought to depict secret messages that were

intended for slaves escaping to freedom before, and during, the Civil War. “People would design the quilts as coded messages to help the slaves who were escaping as part of the Underground Railroad,” said Wilson, referring to the network of secret routes and SEE QUILTS ON PAGE 12

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Page 2 – October 2-5,2012 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.

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 FESTI-

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

Through the 11 years of operating the 1-800-Gambler 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 ill-

ness, 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 Area Crafters, Vendors, Clubs, Churches, Schools, Businesses & Many Others Great Exposure at NO COST! Churches, Schools, Clubs, Groups may use this Opportunity 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 304586-2745. 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.

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

Concerned Citizens’ Committee For An I-64 Interchange at Culloden, W.Va. Gary P. Adkins, Chairman 304-743-4074 e-mail gadkins4074@suddenlink.net Purchased and Promised by the DOH since 1957

The Putnam Standard in St. Albans every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

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 304-881-7564, 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.

Meetings are held in the Conference Room, which is located next to the cafeteria.

For more information please call 304-736-6325.

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.

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

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Putnam Farmers Market to be open only on Saturdays 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.w eebly.com.

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

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

State group kicks off Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week

By Chris Dickerson www.wvrecord.com

CHARLESTON – West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse has kicked off its annual weeklong push for more legal reform in the state.

Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week runsthis week from Oct. 1 to Oct. 5.

WV CALA, which Executive Director Richie Heath says includes more than 30,000 supporters statewide, is encouraging West Virginians to join the fight to fix the state’s legal system.

“The longer our state waits to address the serious issues affecting our legal system, the

further it falls behind,” Heath said. “Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week is the perfect opportunity for reflecting on what West Virginia needs to do to create more jobs, not more lawsuits.”

Heath says West Virginia’s lawsuit climate continues to rank poorly nationwide, noting that West Virginia ranks last in the Institute for Legal Reform’s recent “2012 Lawsuit Climate Survey.”

He noted that West Virginia also has been named a Judicial Hellhole by the American Tort Reform Foundation. (Editor’s Note: The West Virginia Record is owned by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Legal Reform.

He said the poor reputation of the state’s legal climate directly affects West Virginia’s ability to attract jobs.

“These national rankings, as unpopular as they may be for many West Virginians, merely echo what job providers are already telling us — West Virginia has too many lawsuits and our court system doesn’t compare to neighboring states,” Heath said. “As a result, our state loses out on the opportunity for many well-paying jobs.”

Heath also said notable state business leaders in recent years have cited the need for additional legal reform measures in West Virginia.

“And yet, lawmakers haven’t

done enough to address the real problems affecting West Virginia’s legal system, such as the state’s insufficient appeals process, out-of-step laws like the ‘No Proof? No Problem!’ medical monitoring standard, and abusive and unethical behavior in the state Attorney General’s office,” Heath said.

“Now is the perfect time to reflect on what we have done, and what we still need to do. By addressing the problems that have been clearly identified, we can finally create more jobs in West Virginia.”

For more information about Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week and WV CALA, visit www.wvcala.org.

Take Back events bring in nearly two tons of drugs SUBMITTED REPORT CHARLESTON – U.S. Attorney Booth Goodwin and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Acting Resident Agent in Charge John Ryan jointly announced Moday that 3,742 pounds of unwanted and expired prescription drugs were collected from citizens and households across West Virginia in Saturday’s Prescription Drug Take-Back event.

“Getting almost two tons of unwanted prescription drugs

out of people’s medicine cabinets is a huge victory for West Virginia,” said Goodwin.

“That’s two tons of medicine that can’t hurt anyone’s children or grandchildren. It’s two tons of medicine that we know won’t contribute to our state’s prescription drug problem. Everyone involved in Saturday’s Take-Back event should be very proud of the difference they’ve made.”

U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Acting Resident Agent in Charge

John Ryan said, “Prescription drug abuse has plagued so many of our communities, and to have citizens voluntarily take prescriptions out of the homes and dispose of them properly truly helps our fight against prescription drug abuse.

“I commend all of the federal, state and local partners in West Virginia for working together to make this fifth Take-Back a success.”

The September Take-Back designated 120 sites through-

Friday night over Richwood High School.

Buffalo remains at home this week for a 7:30 p.m. showdown with Wirt County.

Wirt County will bring a 4-1 record and No. 8 ranking in Fri-

day night's contest.

out West Virginia for citizens to drop off expired, unused and unwanted medications.

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back held in September was the fifth national event of its kind and involved more than 5,100 designated sites nationwide in an effort to fight prescription drug abuse and theft.

For more information, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/ wvs/index.html.

Chamber, Standard team up to sponsor Candidate Forum STAFF REPORT HURRICANE -- The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, Generation Putnam and The Putnam Standard are hosting a Forum on Candidate 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 304-7576510, Chamber@putnamcounty.org or visit www.putnamchamber.org to register.

Also, in advance of the Candidate Forum, the Putnam Chamber and The Putnam Standard are teaming up to produce a Voter’s Guide.

Candidates for office have been sent questionaires and their responses will be printed in the Oct. 16 edition of The Standard.

For more information, contact the Chamber, or The Standard at (304) 743-6731.

BANKRUPTCY RELIEF

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At 3-3, Webster County was ranked No. 14 in Class AA in the rankings released Tuesday.

In Class A, the Buffalo Bison improved their playoff chances by moving up to a No. 12 ranking following a 36-8 win last

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State parks offer a variety of leaf viewing opportunities SUBMITTED REPORT SOUTH CHARLESTON – Autumn is one of the most popular seasons for West Virginia’s state parks because the heavilyforested areas figuratively explode with color during October and much of November.

North Bend State Park features a $59 room rate mid-week in October.

Twin Falls, Hawks Nest and Pipestem anticipated late fall coloration and have implemented a “Livin’ Right” discount on lodge rates of 25 percent off, beginning October 22 and continuing through December 29, 2012.

Packages and special rates are

posted on www.wvstateparks.com as available.

Because of the state’s variety of elevations, leaf peepers should be aware that the colors will peak at different times and they should check with individual parks to learn when best to see fall foliage.

Babcock State Park has a webcam that can be accessed to get a real-time view of the leaf coloration.

Go to www.babcocksp.com and take a look.

Cass Scenic Railroad fall foliage runs are from September 21 through October 28. The eleva-

tion at Bald Knob in mid-to-late October can find a dusting of snow on the colorful leaves, which doubles nature’s beauty.

Cass Scenic Railroad also features the Halloween Train on October 27. The last trains for the 2012 season run Sunday, October 28, to both Whittaker Station and Bald Knob.

Several state parks are offering special activities related to fall colors.

October 5 – Migration Watch at Pipestem Resort Naturalist Jim Phillips will conduct a bird and insect migration program at 10:30 a.m. Other hikes such as the Bluestone River

Walk, Country Roads walk and more are scheduled throughout October. Interpretative activities at Pipestem are posted to www.pipestemresort.com/Activities.pdf. For interpretive activities at Cacapon Resort visit www.cacaponresort.com/Activities.pdf for weekly updates.

October 6 – Wild Walks Weekend at Canaan Valley Resort State Park Take an early autumn guided hike through the colorful Canaan Mountain between Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valley Resort state parks. Shuttle service is provided for this eight-mile guided hike. Lunch is included at the

halfway point. Registration fee charged. Contact: 304-866-4121 ext. 2788.

October 6 – Harvest Day at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park Fall colors will be moving toward their peak in the mountains. In addition to train trips and locomotive shop tours, find horseshow pitching, antique farm equipment, a whistle blow, music and other fall activities.

October 8 – Master Naturalist Hike at Tygart Lake State Park Join our Master Naturalists for an easy hike and learn about the trees and plants in the area. Contact: Stephanie Bailey, 304-2656144

Putnam County Schools October breakfast and lunch menus Putnam County Schools – Menu – October 2012 Putnam County Schools – Child Nutrition Breakfast/Lunch Menu Wednesday, 10/3: Banana Snack Loaf, Yogurt w/Granola LUNCH: BAKED ROTINI W/MEATSAUCE, Caesar Salad, Strawberries & Bananas, Wheat Roll, Milk Thursday, 10/4: Scrambled Eggs, Canadian Bacon/Toast LUNCH: CHICKEN FAJITA, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Spanish Rice, Salsa/Sliced Pears, Milk Friday, 10/5: Sausage Biscuit LUNCH: CHEESE PIZZA BREAD, Steamed Corn, Pineapple Chunks, Frozen Fruit Juice Bar, Milk Monday, 10/8: IS DAY NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

Tuesday, 10/9: Diced Potato Hashbrowns, Toast LUNCH: SALISBURY STEAK W/GRAVY, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans/Fresh Apple, Oatmeal Cookie, Milk Wednesday, 10/10: Pancake on a Stick LUNCH: CHILI/GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH, Steamed Peas, Mixed Fruit, Milk Thursday, 10/11: Toasted Bagel w/Cream Cheese LUNCH: BBQ CHICKEN BREAST, Tossed Salad w/Romaine, California Blend Vegetables, Applesauce/Wheat Roll/Milk Friday, 10/12: Breakfast Pizza LUNCH: HOTDOG W/SAUCE, Potato Wedges/Cole Slaw, Blueberry Fruit Cup, Milk Monday, 10/15: Pizza Bagel

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

LUNCH: BEEF RIBLETS, Mashed Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas, Warm Apple Crisp, Milk Tuesday, 10/16: Chicken & Biscuit LUNCH: PORK BBQ ON A BUN, Baked Beans, Sliced Cucumbers w/Dip, Fresh Banana, Milk Wednesday, 10/17: Egg & Cheese on English Muffin LUNCH: SLICED HAM, Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Spinach/Strawberry Cup, Wheat Roll, Milk Thursday, 10/18: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin, Yogurt w/Granola LUNCH: GRILLED CHICKEN & CHEESE RANCH SNACK WRAP, Baked Potato, Orange Wedges, Milk Friday, 10/19: Belgian Waffle Sticks LUNCH: CHEESE STUFFED BREADSTICK W/MARINARA, Corn on the Cob, Diced Peaches, Orange Sherbet/Milk Monday, 10/22: Mini French Toast LUNCH: CHICKEN & NOO-

DLES, Green Beans, Tossed Salad w/Romaine, Fresh Grapes, Cornbread, Milk Tuesday, 10/23: Breakfast Pizza LUNCH: SCRAMBLED EGGS/SAUSAGE PATTY, Diced Hashbrown Potatoes, Applesauce, Biscuit, Milk Wednesday, 10/24: School Made Wheat Cinnamon Roll LUNCH: SHRIMP POPPERS, Caesar Salad w/School Made Croutons, Steamed Peas, Fruit Cocktail/Yogurt Cup, Milk Thursday, 10/25: Oatmeal Cinnamon Toast LUNCH: PEPPERONI ROLL, Steamed Broccoli, Marinated Black Bean Salad, Grapefruit Sections, Milk Friday, 10/26: Biscuit w/Gravy LUNCH: HAMBURGER ON A BUN, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Crinkle Cut Fries, Orange Wedges, Milk Monday, 10/29: Breakfast Bites LUNCH: BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS, Quick Baked Potato, Steamed Carrot Coins, Applesauce/Choc Chip Cookie, Milk Tuesday, 10/30: Egg & Cheese

Burrito LUNCH: SPAGHETTI Garden W/MEATSAUCE, Spinach Salad, Sliced Peaches, Garlic Toast, Milk Wednesday, 10/31: Pumpkin Bar LUNCH: TURKEY & CHEESE ON A BUN, Romaine Lettuce/Tomato, Steamed Zucchini Squash, Fresh Kiwi Slices, Milk Thursday, 11/1: Chicken & Biscuit LUNCH: ROAST BEEF W/GRAVY, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Sliced Pears, Wheat Roll, Milk Friday, 11/2: Blueberry Muffin, Yogurt w/Granola LUNCH: GRILLED CHICKEN ON A BUN, Romaine Lettuce/Tomato, Baked Beans, Fresh Grapes, Milk DAILY BREAKFAST CHOICES A S S O R T E D CEREAL/JUICE/FRESH FRUIT/YOGURT/WW TOAST/MILK DAILY LUNCH CHOICES – ASSORTED FRESH FRUITS/VEGETABLES ON THE SALAD BAR MENU ITEMS ARE ALWAYS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

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Marshall University celebrating Homecoming Week HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall University’s celebration of 175 years of service continues this fall with a Homecoming theme of “Happy 175th Birthday Marshall: Remember the Past, Thunder into the Future.”

Homecoming week began Monday and culminates with the Thundering Herd football team playing the University of Tulsa in a Conference USA game at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium.

“We’ll have a full slate of diverse activities for students, staff, alumni and Marshall supporters,” said Nancy Pelphrey, coordinator of alumni programs. “The university continues to grow year by year, so those alumni who haven’t been back to campus for a while are in for a real treat.

There will be something for everyone this year and we’re looking for a great turnout.”

Art Weisberg, a Huntington philanthropist and president of Arthur’s Enterprises, will be the grand marshal in the homecoming parade, which begins at 11:30

a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, in downtown Huntington.

Here is a breakdown of homecoming week events and activities: Thursday, Oct. 4 11 a.m. – Office decoration judging begins.

Friday, Oct. 5 Green and White Day 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Free picnic on the Memorial Student Center Plaza with music, prizes, games and lunch. This is the first official alumni event of homecoming weekend.

Noon to 3:30 p.m. – Family check-in for Parents and Family Weekend, Office of Student Affairs in Memorial Student Center 3 to 6 p.m. – Black Alumni Association registration in the Memorial Student Center lobby 4 to 6 p.m. – Deans’ reception gives students’ families a chance to meet with the deans and leadership from other Marshall University offices, third-floor atrium of the Drinko Library.

6 p.m. – Marshall women’s volleyball game with East Carolina University, Cam Henderson Center. Admission is free to all Parents and Family Weekend visitors.

7:30 to 9:30 p.m. – Champagne Welcome Reception. The MU Alumni Association and the Black Alumni Association will be cohosting the reception at the Marshall University Foundation Hall, Home of the Erickson Alumni Center. The cost is $25 per person. For information or to make a reservation, contact Fran Jackson at 304-696-6705 or jacksonf@marshall.edu.

10 p.m. to 1 a.m. – Black Alumni Association’s Laid Back Friday after party (an evening of music, fun and games) in the Memorial Student Center basement Saturday, Oct. 6 9 a.m. – 5K Alum Run. The course starts on Third Avenue between 19th and 20th streets and will end near the front of Cam Henderson Center. The entry fee is $20 for early registration and

$25 for late registration. The event is sponsored by the Marshall Recreation Center. To register, contact Michele Muth at pallantel1@marshall.edu.

9:30 a.m. – Breakfast with the President, for those attending Parents and Family Weekend, will take place in the Don Morris Room of the Memorial Student Center. Breakfast will begin after a brief greeting and comments by Marshall President Stephen J. Kopp.

10 a.m. – Black Alumni Association business meeting/registraMarshall University tion, Foundation Hall, Home of the Erickson Alumni Center, conference room 11:30 a.m. – Homecoming parade, starting in downtown Huntington and ending at Joan C. Edwards Stadium 1 to 3 p.m. – Tailgate Blast. The MU Alumni Association, Black Alumni Association and Parents and Family Weekend are celebrating at 18th Street and 5th Avenue with a tailgate party. Cost is $25 per person. In addition, the

College of Liberal Arts is sponsoring a tailgate party during the Tailgate Blast, hosted by Dean David Pittenger and his wife Denise. Call Betty Cook at 304696-2835 with questions and to RSVP. 3:30 p.m. – The Thundering Herd plays the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in the homecoming football game at Joan C. Edwards Stadium 8 p.m. – NPHC Stepshow in the Big Sandy Superstore Arena 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. – A Red Carpet Affair. Black Alumni dance sponsored by Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity in the Don Morris Room of the Memorial Student Center.

The Epsilon Delta chapter at Marshall will be celebrating 50 years on MU’s campus.

Sunday, Oct. 7 9 a.m. – Black Alumni Association Prayer/Memorial Service at Pullman Plaza Hotel For more information on homecoming or to make a reservation, call the alumni office at 304-696-2901 or 304-696-3134.

The Flying Hillbillies to host Benefit Air Show Saturday 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 direct programs and serv-

ice 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 peo-

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ple who are interested in the hobby of building and flying radio controlled model aircraft.

The club is sanctioned by the Academy of Model Aeronautics, a national organization dedicated to the advancement of model aeronautics.

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.

Outdoors

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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.

The Putnam Standard

Time For Service

Time For Service ~ Area Church Services ~

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

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

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

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

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

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

Morning Worship, 6:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sunday School; 11:00 a.m.

Morning Worship; 7:00 p.m.

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

tor Wayne Burch. 304-937-3447.

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

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

Pastor Dr. Rod Taylor.

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

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

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

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

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

Free clothes for everyone!

Pastor: Rev. Charles V. Williams.

Phone: 304-757-8400.

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

Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m.

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

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

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

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pastor Sherry Kinsey 937-3258.

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

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Pastor Mike Tucker.

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

TUESDAY: Bible Study at 7 p.m.

Everyone welcome.

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

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

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

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25526.

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

Church Phone 304-562-3074.

Pastor: Rebekah Jarrell. Asst.

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

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

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

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

Tm Jorgensen, Minister.

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

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

Pastor Robert Fulton, 304-5862180.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wednesday. Pastor: Robert Adkins. Everyone welcome.

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

Gateway Christian Church ~ Weekly Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m. Valley Park, Hurricane, WV. Adult & Children’s Ministry available. For more information please call 304-727-8919 or visit www.gatewaychurch.net. Senior Minister: Dave Stauffer. LOVE GOD – LOVE PEOPLE – SERVE. Lakeview Christian Church ~ 108 Lakeview Drive, Hurricane, WV, 25526. Services: Sunday – 11 am and 6:30 pm; Wednesday – 7 pm. Pastor: Jeff Maynard. Phone 304-562-9265.

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

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

List Your Church As a service to our community we will list your church in our “Time For Service” free of charge as space provides.

Just send us • The Name of Your Church • Where Your Church Is Located • The Days And Times of Church Services • Pastor’s Name • Phone Number Simply fax or mail this information to us or give us a call at (304) 743-6731.

P.O. Box 186 Culloden, WV 25510 Phone: 304-743-6731 Fax: 304-562-6214

Obituaries

Page 8 – October 2-5,2012 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.

October 2-5,2012 – Page 9 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 10 – October 2-5, 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.

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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-

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 12 – October 2-5,2012

Community News

The Putnam Standard

QUILTS FROM PAGE 1 safe houses used by slaves attempting to escape to free states.

One quilt, called Wagon Wheel, featuring wheel patterns sewn into the blocks, meant to prepare for travel and take whatever tools and food were available.

Another, called Drunken Path, featuring a busy pattern of lines, warned escapees not to travel in a straight line.

The Tumbling Block quilt, with its cascading pattern of block shapes, signifies Niagara Falls.

Getting to the falls meant crossing into Canada – and into freedom.

The quilts are said to have been placed along fences as a message to travelers.

While the code theory is disputed by some historians, the quilts are nonetheless steeped in historical significance, which Wilson shares with excitement and honor.

He is thrilled to have the quilts on display at WVSU, which he has called home since birth, and even before.

His mother was a State student while pregnant with Wilson.

“I was born very near cam-

(Top left) Howard Wilson describes the pattern of one of the quilts on display this week on the campus of West Virginia State University. (Top right) Wilson and his daughter, Teresa Kemp, both WVSU graduates, are sharing five generations of family heirlooms with the Underground Railroad Secret Quilt Code Exhibit, on display at the Della Brown Taylor Art Gallery in the WVSU Davis Fine Arts Building during Homecoming celebrations. Courtesy photos pus,” he says. “My mother’s friends would babysit me while she went to class.”

Wilson’s mother was neither the first nor the last in the family to walk the halls at State.

Twenty-nine members of Wilson’s family have attended the Institution, the first being his great aunt, who graduated in 1917.

Wilson graduated in 1955 as a

music major.

He was also a member of the ROTC and was inducted in the University’s ROTC Hall of Fame in 1984.

“It’s sort of like home for me,” he says when asked why he keeps returning.

Despite living in Columbus, Ohio, Wilson has been a regular visitor during commencements and Homecoming celebrations

for years.

He served as the first vice president, and then president, of the University’s National Alumni Association and was instrumental in the successful campaigns for university status and the reinstatement of WVSU as a landgrant institution.

Bringing the Quilt Code exhibit to WVSU allows Wilson and Kemp to share both their family

heritage and a bit of history.

They have taken the exhibit on the road to several venues and launched a website, www.plantationquilts.com, to showcase the quilts and their history.

The Underground Railroad Secret Quilt Code Exhibit is on display in the Davis Fine Arts Building from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 6.