Obituaries
Page 12 –Tuesday,October 23,2012 FREDDIE BRYAN GARY CURTIS CULLIFER HELEN POWERS EGGLESTON AUDRA "CLEOTA" FINLEY REID FIZER BRENDAN C. GEORGE JAMES F. HART IRIS HOPE COOK HESLEP VIRGINIA L. HESS BONNIE HOLLEY CORDIE O. HUDKINS JR. JOHN LEWIS HUNT BETTY J. JONES NANCY BRITTS KEISTER GARY WAIN KELLEY JR. DOROTHY BEATRICE LEWIS CHARLES ALBERT QUALLS A. RUTH SMITH VERA LOUISE SMITH DONNA FAYE WITT
FREDDIE BRYAN Freddie Bryan, 57, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away peacefully at his home, Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, surrounded by his loving family members. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, with Pastor Michael S. Chapman officiating. Burial followed in Woodmere Memorial Park. Freddie was born Dec. 6, 1954, in Huntington, W.Va., a son of Emma Floyd Bryan of Huntington, and the late Rudolph W. Bryan. He was Christian by faith and a member of the former Southside United Methodist Church. He was an avid Marshall University athletic supporter. Additional survivors include his sister, Linda Dillon and Roy Belville of Huntington; a brother, Lawrence Bryan and wife Vanessa of St. Albans, W.Va.; three nephews, David Bryan of Longview, Texas, Jimmy and Shawn McCallister; two nieces, Heatherly Bryan of Poca, W.Va., and Jessica Pennington and husband Keith of Rehoboth Beach, Dela.; a great-niece, Yesinia Silva; a great-nephew, Brayden Pennington; and many other loving family members. The family would like to thank Wanda Maynard and Donna Hall and the staffs of Pro Nursing and the Autism Center for all their loving care. Chapman's Mortuary assisted the Bryan family. Online condolences may be sent to www.chapmans-mortuary.com.
GARY CURTIS CULLIFER Mr. Gary Curtis Cullifer, 67, of Winfield, passed away October 12, 2012, at home. Gary is a 1963 graduate of Poca High School; retired car salesman with over 25 years experience; former assistant manager at Sportmart and former coach for youth sports in the North Putnam League. He is preceded in death by his wife Janice Kay Cullifer. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Josephine King; sons, Gig Cullifer and Cary and wife Terri Cullifer; sister, Patricia Jacobs; brother, Bob Cullifer and three grandchildren, Hannah Cullifer, Nick Frampton and Bailey Grigsby. A tribute to the life of Gary was held Tuesday October 16, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Delbert Hawley officiating. Entombment followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens and Crematorium, Red House. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca assisted the Cullifer family.
HELEN POWERS EGGLESTON Helen Powers Eggleston, 84, of Scott Depot passed away Friday, October 12, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston, W.Va. Born September 23, 1928, in Ashland, Ky., she was a daughter of the late Landon Peter and Ruby Virtresse O'Brien Powers. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Peyton Eggleston; sisters, Lillian Welch and Renie Byrnside; and one brother, Landon Powers, Jr. Soon after her birth in Ashland, the Powers family moved to Teays Valley, W.Va. It was here that she spent most of her life. She graduated from Hurricane High School where she was a majorette. She and her husband, Vernon, were married in 1947, just after Vernon returned from World War II, where he served in the Navy. As a young lady, Helen used to take the train from Scott Depot to St. Albans everyday where she worked at the Bank of St. Albans and then later at St. Albans City Hall. She retired from Monsanto Corporation in Nitro, where she worked as a secretary
in the personnel department. Helen was a strong Christian. She attended Mount Vernon Baptist Church most of her life, where she served the Lord in many capacities, including Church Clerk and on two pulpit committees. Most importantly, she shared her faith with her family. Both her son, Tim and daughter, Terri are believers and were impacted by her faith. By sharing her love of the Lord with her family, it has created a Christian heritage that is being passed down now from generation to generation. She and Vernon left Teays Valley for a brief period of her life. They moved to Myrtle Beach, S.C. in 1984. During that time of their life they hosted many friends. They especially loved having their grandchildren. Helen succeeded in creating many great memories for the five grandchildren and their families. After Vernon died in 1991, Helen soon moved back to the valley to be near her daughter Terri. Surviving are her children; Tim Eggleston (Marsha) of Hedgesville, W.Va, Terri Eggleston of Scott Depot; sister, Wanda Johnson of Hurricane; and brother, John Powers (Mary) of Conyers, Ga. Also surviving are her grandchildren; Kara Brooks (Jason) of Richmond, Va., Jessica Scalf (Harley) of Gassaway, W.Va., Nathan Nisbet of Dunbar, Brad Eggleston of Black Mountain, N.C., Jonathan Nisbet of Scott Depot, as well as great-grandchildren, Carter Nisbet, Cohl Brooks and Madison Scalf. Funeral services were held Monday, October 15, in the Historic Sanctuary of Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Hurricane, with Pastor Ron McClung, Rev. Lee White and Rev. Harley D. Scalf officiating. Burial followed in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Hurricane, W.Va. Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com. The family suggests memorial contributions are made the Mount Vernon Baptist Church Building Fund, 2150 Mount Vernon Road, Hurricane, W.Va. 25526
AUDRA "CLEOTA" FINLEY Audra "Cleota" Finley, of Hurricane, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 14, 2012, at Rose Terrace Health and Rehab Center. She was born January 7, 1928, in Huntington, to the late George and Thelma Holley. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Delmar F. "Buddy" Finley; son, Forrest Brent Finley; one great-grandchild; and brother, George Holley. She is survived by her daughter, Joan Halstead (John) of Morgantown; son, George Curtis Finley of Hurricane; five grand-
The Putnam Standard children, Kim, Christy, Anthony, Donald and John Curtis; five great-grandchildren; brother, David Holley; and her friends at First Baptist Church. "To help as many people as possible to live at their highest potential by persuading them to become believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, positive thinkers and people of Faith. This Rev. Norman Vincent Peale's goal and mine too." - Audra Cleota Finley. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 17, at First Baptist Church, Hurricane, with the Rev. Dr. James Lutz and Mr. James McGehee officiating. Burial followed in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Barboursville. Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, was in charge of arrangements.
REID FIZER Reid Fizer, 83, of Hurricane, passed away Thursday, October 11, 2012, at Hubbard House West, South Charleston, W.Va. Born June 18, 1929, in Hurricane, he was a son of the late Era Cecil and Gladys Bridgeman Fizer. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Kathy Felitsky; his brothers, Jim and Danny Paul Fizer as well as sisters, Gail Hibbs and Jackie Hall. Reid was retired from RhonePoulanc, formerly Union Carbide, Institute. He also worked with Wakenhut Security at John Amos Power Plant. Reid served his country with the United States Army during the Korean Era and was a lifetime member of VFW Post # 9097, Hurricane. Surviving are his wife, Inez Harris Fizer; his daughters, Mary Fizer of St. Albans, Vicky Tolley of Hurricane; his son, Bill Fizer of Hurricane; his sisters, Carolyn Davis and Bonnie Garrett both of Hurricane, Brenda Kay Simms of Windham, Ohio; his brothers, Joe Fizer of Ravenswood and John Fizer of St. Albans; his grandchildren, Cari Gregor, Ashley Fizer and Frank Felitsky; and his greatgrandchildren, Katie and Genny Felitsky. Funeral services were Monday, October 15 at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane with Pastor Joseph Jarrett officiating. Burial followed in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane. Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com. The family suggests memorial contributions are made to the Hubbard House, West, 4605 MacCorkle Ave., SE, South Charleston, WV 25309.
BRENDAN C. GEORGE Brendan C. George, 15, of St. Albans, went to be with the Lord on October 14, 2012. He was born October 14, 1997, in Charleston, a son of Timothy A. George and Kelly S. George, both of St. Albans. Brendan was a freshman at St. Albans High School where he served in the Marine ROTC. He
was a kind, caring, gentle person. A loving son, grandson and nephew. He will be greatly missed. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandmother, Brenda S. "Mop" Poole of St. Albans; uncles, David Perry and his wife, Cheryl, of Cross Lanes, Steven George of San Diego, Calif., and R.L. George of South Charleston; aunt, Diane Richardson and her husband, Mike, of St. Albans; nephews, Zachary and Matthew; and his beloved dogs, Sophia and Butter. A gathering of family and friends was held Wednesday, October 17 at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home. There was a private family burial. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com.
JAMES F. HART James F. Hart, 74, of St. Albans, went to be with the Lord Friday, October 12, 2012, after a long illness. He was a former Marine and UMWA employee. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy Casey. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Hart; daughters, Anna Pifer, of Virginia Beach, Va., and Char Fox, Hurricane; son, Mark Dillon, South Point, Ohio, sister; Mabel Ervin; brother, Arthur Hart; seven grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren. Celebration of James's life was held Sunday, October 14, at Tabernacle of Praise Church, Culloden. Burial was held Tuesday, October 16, at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com
IRIS HOPE COOK HESLEP Iris Hope Cook Heslep died October 2, 2012, at Teays Valley Center. Hope was 89 years old. She was the oldest child of Jordan and Iva "Cookie" Cook, both deceased. She was also predeceased by her brother, Thomas J. Cook, and sister, Patricia Cook Stalnaker. Hope graduated from SAHS in 1940. Other than a brief time in Alexandria, Va., Hope was a lifetime resident of St. Albans. Hope was married to William A. Heslep for 31 years. They owned and operated Bodie's Jewelry Store on Main Street in St. Albans. Hope was active in the Chamber of Commerce. She enjoyed horseback riding, calligraphy, family and friends. Hope was very active in different ministries at Highlawn Baptist Church. She served as superintendent of the Primary Department, taught a Sunday school class for the deaf, interpreted services for the deaf and played handbells.