Category: Obituary

William Clyde Coffey, Jr.,78, of Kenova, W.Va. passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his residence. Bill was born November 6, 1941 in Catlettsburg, Ky. a son of the late William Clyde and Julia Virginia Leedy Coffey. He was a former food service salesman and owner of the former Bill Coffey Food Brokerage, Inc. He was a member of the Kenova Masonic Lodge #110 AF & AM. Bill was a Master Mason and a 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was a Shriner Clown and did it for the love he had for the children. Bill was an avid supporter of Marshall Athletics and volunteered at various events to help raise money for the Marshall Speech and Hearing Clinic. He attended the Catlettsburg Harvest Church of God. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers Estill Franklin Coffey and Robert Lee Coffey and two wives Janet Skeens Coffey and the mother of his children Bonnie Arthur. Bill is survived by the love of his life of 43 years Peggy Kitchen Coffey; four children Carl Coffey (Barbie), Candie Hamilton (Tim), Kim Boyd (David) and Jim Kitchen (Kimberly); seven grandchildren David, Steven, Josh, Carl Nathan, Jaclyn, Zack and Jacob; five great-grandchildren and one sister JoAnn Rakes (James D.). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

Early Easter morning, April 12, 2020 Joel Douglas Sperry’s journey came to an end. It began on March 27, 1952, son of the Late Jay and Helen Sperry. After graduating from Ceredo-Kenova High School in 1970, he joined the Marines. He was always proud of being a Marine where he served as a military policeman and drill sergeant. When he left the Marines he managed convenience and grocery stores until he went to Marshall University and received his BA in psychology and philosophy. He received his MA from Marshall University and began a career as a therapist with Prestera, Transitions, River Park and Ramey-Estep where he retired. He was fortunate to meet many friends in his career. Joel had an exceptional musical talent and played many instruments, but his greatest gift was his voice. He continued playing and singing throughout his life. On December 24, 1995 he married his beloved wife Sandie (Sandra Sanford) and they began their journey together. Their love is memorialized by a brick along the walkway of the Ohio River, which says “Sandie and Joel Forever” and they will always be in each other’s heart. Joel is survived by his adoring wife Sandie; stepchildren Darth Coots (Britt), children Cassidy and Canon; Lonique Coots (Cameron), children Reign and Revan. Also surviving are his son Chuck Sperry (Cindy), children Chas, Treyson and Sam; his daughter Jacie Huff (Gary), children Kade and Caelan, daughter Shannon Gibson, and previous son-in-law Jake Gibson and their children Luke and Brenna, sister Jaylen Rowe (Bruce); nieces Dani Kelly and Lakin McCann; great nieces and nephews Emma, Jaxon and Jayden Kelly and Finley and Judah McCann, aunts and uncles Genevieve Thompson, Joyce Copley (Tom), Rita Myers and Doug Sperry. Joel loved his dogs; they were his best friends and serenity. He will be sorely missed by his loyal companions Bella, Jaxon and Layla (who he called Pookie). From Rainbow Bridge Jerry Lee is looking for him. Sing on and Semper Fi ! Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

Joseph Roy Plybon, 35, of Huntington, W.Va. went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at his home. He was born January 10, 1985 to the late, Geneva Gene Plybon. He graduated from Huntington High School. He was employed by Service Master. When Joey was four years old he started martial arts and eventually earned a 5th degree black belt. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mabel A. Plybon. Survivors include his daughter, Lakayla Paige Ross; Amy Ross her mother; three brothers, Todd (Sara) Maynard, Chad Maynard and Shawn Brammer; two sisters, Kayla Maynard and Annika (Ryan) Turvey; his uncle and godfather, Donald Tripplett; uncle, Mike (Christa) Plybon, aunts,  Billie Lynn Young and Linda Brammer. In accordance with the CDC’s guidelines, ten people will be admitted at a time and we ask you observe social distancing while expressing your condolences during visitation. Visitation will be held from 11 to 1 on Monday, April 6, 2020 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova, W.Va. Private family services will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com

Ruth Ann Fisher,77, of Ceredo, W.Va. passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at her residence.  Funeral service will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Saturday, March 28, 2020 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Interment will follow in the Newman-Ferguson and Hatten Cemetery. Ann was born July 16, 1942 in Ceredo, W.Va. a daughter of the late Russell and Louise Masterson. She was a retired plywood mill worker from Jaype Mill and was a member of the Spring Valley Presbyterian Church and the Pierce Lutheran Church Pierce, Idaho. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers James Clayton Masterson and Raymond Masterson and one sister Wilda Walls. She is survived by four children Wally Billups, Tedd Billups, Russell Fisher and Madra Fisher; one sister Ruby Beckley; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Ann was a loving and caring person and everyone she met became family to her. Friends may call from 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

Lowell Thomas Fuller,84, of Huntington, W.Va. passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020 at his residence. Funeral service will be conducted 2:30 P.M. Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens in Ashland, Ky. with Minister Matthew McBrayer officiating. Lowell was born April 15, 1935 in Williamson, W.Va. a son of the late Joseph A. and Lillian Lucille Brown Fuller. He was a retired salesman and was a member of the Oakland Avenue Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister Lois Ann Weekley and two brothers Bruce Elliot Fuller and Howard Ray Fuller. He is survived by one sister and brother-in-law Ruth Fuller Daniels (Phillip) and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call from 12:00 – 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

ALICE RUTH COX HITCHCOCK, 90, of Kenova, W.Va., passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, W.Va. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at the Kenova Church of God, of which she had been a member for 70 years and was also a member of the Ladies Auxiallary. Bishop Paul Cantrell will officiate the service. Ruth was born February 19, 1930, a daughter of the late Lucian and Marie Spaulding Cox. She was a homemaker who enjoyed taking care of her family and was also a seamstress who loved to quilt. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Raymond C. Hitchcock, her son Donald Gene Lester and one brother, Gerald Cox. She is survived by her sister Lois Perchan; two daughters and sons-in-law, Vicki (Robert Scott) Haynie and Linda (Steve) Fouch; one step-son, Darrell Hitchcock; two sisters-in-law, Ann Cox and Ronnie (Charles) Cantrell; four granddaughters, Alice, Angel, Sarah and Donese; three grandsons, Scott, Nathaniel and Josh; 14 great-grandchildren and three great- great-grandchildren and a special nephew and his wife, Bill and Louise Weddington. Visitation will be Wednesday, from noon to 1 p.m. at the church. Burial will follow in Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens, Ashland, Ky. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

JoAnn Smith Langdon,83, of Kenova, W.Va. passed away March 4, 2020 at Cabell Health Care in Culloden.  Funeral service will be conducted 12:00 P.M. Friday, March 6, 2020 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. She was born July 22, 1936 in Kenova, W.Va. a daughter of the late Charlie B. and Leta Wood Smith. JoAnn was a former manager and cook at the former Albert’s Restaurant in Kenova. She was a member of the Hyland Heights Missionary Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Jimmy Russell Langdon; five sisters and one brother. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law Katy Jo Smith (Jerry David); one niece and her husband Rebecca Williamson Carver (Keith); one nephew Charles Franklin Dishman; two great-nephews Eric and Spencer Carver and two special friends Jenny Willis Erwin and Helen Bocook. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Friday, March 6, 2020 at Rollins Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

Jerry Ray Adkins,76, of Huntington, W.Va. passed away March 2, 2020 at Community Hospice of Ashland, Ky. He was born December 20, 1943 in Huntington W.Va. a son of the late Helen Kyle & Charles Adkins, he was preceded in death by one brother Charlie Adkins. He is survived by his wife of 21 years Teresa, I daughter Crystal Gravely, 2 sons Jerry Adkins, Kermit Adkins, 2 sisters Betty (Terry) Sands, Cathy Galligher, 7 brothers John (Patty) France, Pete (Vonnie) France, Bobby (Vicky) Hamlin, Jerry Hamlin, Gary Gene (Joyce) France and Ben France. He is also survived by 8 grandkids, 10 great-grandkids, 2 step daughters Glenda Hughes, Brenda Gardner, 1 stepson Dustin Shortt, one very special friend Bill Fields and his 4 legged buddy Smokey. Jerry was a Purple Heart recipient having served in Vietnam and he was a retired carpenter and refuse owner. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. He now rest high on that mountain. Private family services will be held at a later date. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

Hattie V. Bean, 99, of Prichard, W.Va. passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020 at the Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Wayne, W.Va. Hattie was born May 8, 1920 in Wayne County a daughter of the late, Henry and Nellie Frasher Bean. She had worked as an inspector for Barefoot Sole. In addition to her parents she was preceded by two sisters, Dorothy Hooser and Bernice Bean Maynard and three brothers, John Bean, Harold Bean and Billy Bean. She is survived by one sister, Eva Bean of Prichard and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, February 24, 2020 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova. Funeral services will begin immediately following visitation at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. Burial will follow in Bean Cemetery in Prichard. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

Edwin Lee Layman, 61, of Kenova, W.Va. husband of the late Kim McCormick Layman, died Friday, February 14, 2020 at CMAC Memorial Hospital in Charleston, W.Va. Ed was born May 24, 1958 in Clarksburg, W.Va. a son of the late, Ron and Ruth Merryman Layman. He retired from the State of West Virginia Department of Highways where he worked as a traffic engineer. Ed was past president of the C-K Autumnfest for the last ten years. He was on the Wayne County Fair Board and was a member of the City of Kenova Park Board.  Ed was a musician playing music for over 40 years. He is survived by two sons, Robert Edwin (Danielle) Layman and David Bruce Layman; his grandchildren, Bryce, David, Brandy, and Dylan Layman, Kyla Korzun and Jenna. Rollins Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.