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Judy Thompson Snyder, 77, of Kenova, WV. passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022 at her home. Funeral service will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 14, 2022 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova with Pastor Joe Wayman officiating. Judy was born September 26, 1945 in Huntington, WV. a daughter of the late Albert Dow and Dorothy McCloud Thompson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Elza Lee Snyder and a sister Freda Arrowood. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law Alberta “Toodie” Gue (Greg); two sons and a daughter-in-law Tom “Goose” Snyder (Lori Mayhon) and Zeek Snyder (Leann); 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service Monday, November 4, 2022 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.

Marion Franklin Curnutte, 78, of Kenova, WV. passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022 at the Heritage Center. Frank was born September 2, 1944 in Huntington, WV. a son of the late Harry Benson and Doris Hatten Curnutte. He was a retired school teacher and coach. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved wife Jeanette Straley Curnutte and a son Marion Franklin “Fritz” Curnutte, II.  He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law David Curnutte (Stephanie); daughter Jamie Curnutte; grandchildren Andrew Crunutte, Justin Curnutte, Ashley Curnutte, Tristan Curnutte and Brielle Curnutte and Gina Gibbs. A memorial gathering for friends and family will be from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.

Claudia Gail Prince Daniels, 70, of Ashland, Ky. passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at King’s Daughters Medical Center. Funeral service will be conducted 2:00 P.M. Monday, November 7, 2022 at the Oakland Avenue Baptist Church, with Pastor Mike Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow in Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens. Claudia was born August 1, 1952 in Ashland, Ky. a daughter of the late James and Beatrice Thompson Prince. She was a former retired RN with King’s Daughters Medical Center having worked in numerous departments. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother James Edward Prince, Jr. She is survived by her beloved son Phillip Daniels; brothers John Prince, Paul Prince (Barbara), one sister Phyllis Daniels; two grandchildren Katelyn Mathis, Jack Daniels and three great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 12:00 – 2:00 PM on Monday, November 7, 2022 at the Oakland Avenue Baptist Church. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.

Jeremy Billy Dale Mathis, 44, formerly of Huntington, WV. passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022 at the Concord Health and Rehabilitation Center in Wheelersburg, Ohio after a long illness. Graveside services will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 7, 2022 at Maple Hill Cemetery with Minister Chris Stevens officiating. Jeremy was born March 21, 1978 in Huntington, WV. a son Billy D. Mathis and the late Barbara Welsh. In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by two brothers Joel and Shane Mathis; paternal grandfather Billy E. Mathis, maternal grandmother Jane Lambert and cousin Brandon Frasher. He is survived by his son Max Mathis; father Billy D. Mathis (Jen); a special aunt and uncle Sharon and Edward Ison; paternal grandmother Margaret Mathis (Chester); uncle David B. Mathis; his son’s maternal grandmother Terre Thomas; a special cousin Brent Frasher (Jessica) and many other family and friends. The procession will leave the funeral home at 12:40 PM on Monday. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.

Debra Karen Brown, 59, of Oak Hill, WV. passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2022 in Cabell- Huntington Hospital. Graveside services will be conducted 12:30 P.M. Friday, November 4, 2022 at Hillcrest Cemetery. Debra was born June 3, 1963 in Huntington, WV. a daughter of the late George and Berva Baker Kinser. She was a retired school teacher having taught in the Putnam County School System. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Roy Joseph Brown, two sisters Linda Kinser and Sandra Kinser Midkiff and two brothers Virgil Kinser and Rodney Kinser. Survivors include two sons Michael Roy Brown (Nicolette Flowers) and Chyse Tildon Brown (Katlyn Allen); one brother Jackie Kinser; two sisters Tressa Estep and Phyllis Ratliff (Haskel); nine grandchildren Myka Brown, Gage Brown, Ryan Brown, Weston (Virgil) Brown, Ryland Flowers, Oakley Wherry, Maverick Brown, Sawyer Brown, Anslee Brown and her special baby Tilly Roo Brown. Friends may call, Friday, November 4, 2022 from 10:00 A.M. – noon at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com. Continue reading “Debra Karen Brown”

Carl Reed Edwards, Jr., 74, of Huntington, WV. passed away Friday, October 21, 2022 at his home. Funeral service will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at the Ceredo Christian Baptist Church with Minister Phillip Stapleton officiating. Interment will follow in the Ceredo Crescent Hill Cemetery. Carl was born May 22, 1948 in Kenova, WV. a son of the late Carl Reed Edwards, Sr. and the late Dorothy Neace Edwards. Carl was an operator with the South Point Ethanol Plant. He was a veteran serving in Vietnam in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Ceredo Christian Baptist Church, member of the American Legion Post 93, Ceredo VFW 8429 and the DAV in Kenova. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Brenda Stender; brother Daniel Lynn Edwards and one grandson Tanner Reed Edwards. Survivors include his beloved wife Kathy Brewer Edwards; three sons and daughter’s-in-law Carl Edwards, III (Marsha), Brian Edwards (Wanda) and Matthew Edwards (Ivy); one sister and brother-in-law Linda McCloud (Pearley), 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; his church family and a host of friends. Friends may call from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at the Ceredo Christian Baptist Church. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.

Donald Lee Watts, 87, of Kenova, WV, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at his residence. In keeping with his wishes all services will be private. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.

Our beloved Sonya Leigh Mayo Joseph, 50, of Ashland, KY went to be with the Lord Thursday, October 13, 2022 at King’s Daughters Medical Center. Funeral service will be conducted 5:00 P.M. Sunday, October 16, 2022 with Pastor Jay Ross officiating. Interment in the Mayo Family Cemetery will take place at a later date. Sonya was born November 8, 1971 in Huntington, WV, a daughter of Charles Edward and Dianna Lynn Massie Mayo. She was a graduate of Buffalo High School and was a former nurse at the Kingsbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Sonya loved spending time with her son Levi and family. She loved caring for her elderly patients, crafting, sewing, and cooking new recipes. While we are heartbroken that Sonya is no longer with us, we rejoice in the knowledge that she is in heaven. She was preceded in death by maternal grandfather Harold “Boots” Massie and paternal grandparents Charles Edward Mayo, Sr. and Alva Fairchild Mayo. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her precious son Levi Patrick Joseph; sister and brother-in-law Jacqueline Mayo Ray (John); brother Charles Tyler Mayo; maternal grandmother Essie Ray Massie and two nieces Hannah Ray Rowe (Garrett) and Grace Ann Ray. Friends may call from 3-5 P.M. Sunday, October 16, 2022 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. In lieu of flowers the family request memorial contributions be made to the Levi Joseph Benefit Fund at any Wesbanco location or mailed to Jacqueline Ray 4966 Newcomb Creek Rd. Huntington, WV. 25704. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.

Thelma Jean Lucas Vass, 90, of Barboursville, WV. passed away Monday, October 10, 2022 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral service will be conducted 12:00 P.M. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova with Pastor Mike Prater officiating. Interment will follow in Spring Valley Memory Gardens. Thelma was born May 25, 1932 to the late Elba and Lola Lucas. She was a retired secretary from Vinson High School and was a member of the Loudon United Methodist Church in Loudon, TN. and a former member of the Ceredo United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Richard Dyrl “Dick” Vass; four brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her two sons Keith Malcolm Vass (Debbie) and Kevin Joe Vass (Jami); one daughter Teresa Ann Boehle (Rick); two grandchildren Christopher Boehle (Amanda) and Katy Deliou (Pierre) and five great-grandchildren Marshall, Ellie, Owen, Valerie and Alexandre; two sisters Alma Workman (Arg); Opal Holman (Jim); two sister’s-in-law Joan Lucas and Betty Lucas and host of nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express their gratitude to all the family and friends throughout the years who have meant so much to both Thelma and Dick. They also would like to express their sincere thanks to the entire staff at Wyngate Assisted Living, especially Brandi and Kim. Friends may call one hour prior to the service Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington P.O. 464 Huntington, WV. 25709. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com. Continue reading “Thelma Jean Lucas Vass”

Genevieve Fern Workman Christian, 92 of Huntington, WV, passed peacefully Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at her residence. Funeral service will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Saturday, October 8, 2022 with Pastor Marty Gute officiating at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Interment will follow in Dock’s Creek Cemetery. She was born January 30, 1930 in Fort Gay, WV. a daughter of the late George French and Jean Thompson Workman. Fern was a former teacher and gifted artist. She was a member of the Ceredo Congregational Church and the Tri-State Arts Association. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Henry Rexford Christian. She is survived her precious daughter and son-in-law Tess Van Dijk (Arjan); two grandchildren Christian White (Marian) and Natasja Van Dijk (Fiance’ Brandon Washington); one great grandchild Ava Washington and a special friend Sandy Frazier Hammock. Visitation will be from 12-1 P.M. at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.