Harold Kenneth “Kenny” Pancake, 75, of Ironton, Ohio passed away February 20, 2024 at King’s Daughters Medical Center. He was born August 6, 1948 in Ironton a son of the late Harold Austin and Hessie Stewart Pancake. Kenny was a truck driver for 25 years with Ashland/Marathon and retired in 2009. He was a veteran having served in the U.S. Army, member of the American Legion Post 806 and a member of South Hill Long Beard of Lawrence County Ohio. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters Beverly Pancake and Brenda Ross. He is survived by three children Jody Jones (Joe), Howard Donald Pancake (Becky) and Kendora Pancake; grandchildren Haley Jones (Ryley), Isabelle Pancake, Colt Pancake, Joey Jones, Zander Pancake, Jacob Jones, Austin Mcfann, Jaxson Jones; great-grandchild Wrenley Jones; two sisters Barbara Stevens (Curt) and Dianna Stevens; two brothers Mike Pancake (Christy) and Jerry Pancake (Cheryl) and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life service for friends and family will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Woodland Chapel Freewill Baptist Church in the fellowship hall, the address is 116 Township Road 108 Ironton, Ohio 45638. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.
Linda Frances Gibson Butcher
Linda Frances Gibson Butcher, Kenova native, passed away peacefully in her home on February 3, 2024 at the age of 78. She was preceded in death by her parents Etna and Violet Gibson. She is survived by her fiance’ Jess Groves; sons Richie (Amy) Butcher and Larry (Randi) Butcher; granddaughters Allie (Nick) Elkins, Mandi Butcher, Emily Butcher and Erika Butcher and her great-grandchildren Barrett and Berkley Elkins. Linda devoted her life to her family. She never missed a game, event, or activity. She was truly the definition of selfless. Her beautiful smile and contagious laughter will be remembered forever. She loved all things sparkly, Harry Potter (a true Gryffindor at heart), Elvis Presley, and football especially the Pittsburgh Steelers and Marshall. Above all, she loved her family. A memorial gathering for friends and family will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Rollins Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.
Charles Clinton Ferman
Charles Clinton Ferman, 86, of Huntington, was welcomed into the arms of his savior, as his faith became sight on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 3, 2024 at the Spring Valley Freedom Baptist Church with Pastors Gary Graves and Bob McGlone officiating. Interment will follow in Cyrus Cemetery. Charles was born May 5, 1937 in Prichard, WV. a son of the late Wallace Ferman and the late Fern Murphy. Charles was an environmental specialist with Columbia Gas for forty-three years. His passion was golfing and serving the Lord in any capacity. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by step-father John Murphy; son Jimmy Ferman; daughter Jennifer Viohl and brother-in-law OB Stallard. Survivors include his beloved wife of thirty-eight years Rebecca Sargent Ferman; daughters Teri Booth (Mark), Beth Perry (Verland); step-daughters Kristi Bostic and Kellie Harris (Tug); grandchildren Carrie Harper (Tim), Sara McClure (Brian), Leigh Anne Reynolds (Chris), Rob Viohl (Randi), Matt Viohl (Ella), Eric Viohl, Josh Perry, Meg Boudah (Jeremy), Abbi Slaughter (TJ), Logan, Charlee and Emelia Harris; twelve great-grandchildren; one brother Jack Ferman (Mary); one sister Wanda Stallard; nephew Mark Ferman (Diane) and a special son-in-law Bob Viohl. Friends may call from noon to 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the church. Rollins Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.
Elizabeth “Libby” Eileen Hall
Elizabeth “Libby” Eileen Hall went to her Heavenly Home January 30, 2024.
Libby was born January 29, 1943 in Thompson Valley, Tazewell, VA to her parents James Henry and Virgie White Scott.
She is preceded by her parents and her husband Mark Hall. Also a brother, her sister and brother-in-law Geneva and Walter Evans, a sister-in-law Christina Greene, and a stepdaughter Tonya Reid.
Libby is survived by a nephew Larry Evans and niece Jennifer Evans both of Kenova, WV, a grand nephew Jarrod (Michelle) Evans and great grand nephew and niece Waylon and Hazel Evans all of Kenova, WV, stepdaughter Lisa (Kenny) Mollett of Zanesville, OH, and stepsons Mark (Jayne) Hall of Ashland, KY, And Shannon (Jessica) of Bradenton, FL. Her very special fur babies Joey and Abbey. Several special cousins and friends.
Libby was a 1961 graduate of Vinson High School and a long time member of Westmoreland Quilt Blockers. She was a member of Wildwood Baptist Church.
During her life she worked at several businesses including Arch Coal and Cabell Huntington Hospital.
Rollins Funeral Home is helping with arrangements. A private graveside service will be Friday at Hillcrest Cemetery, Kenova with her pastor Tom Leach presiding. In lieu of flowers make donations to your favorite animal charity.
Judith Fay Hatten Booth
Judith Fay Hatten Booth, 87, of Kenova, W.Va. passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, at her home on Thursday, January 25, 2024. She was born April 14, 1936 in Paint Creek, W.Va. to the late Allen Prichard and Nellie Murphy Michels. Judy was a graduate of Ceredo-Kenova High School Class of 1954. Judy liked people especially her neighbors whom she enjoyed chatting with while sitting on her porch. Judy also was an avid dog lover who loved her dogs. She was a member of Buffalo Valley Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ray Hatten; and a sister, Carol Brown. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Charles Michael and Melissa D. Hatten; her daughter, Lisa Kay Mullen; her grandson, Patrick Garrett Mullen; and several nieces and nephews and other family. Judy will be missed by her family and all who knew her. Visitation will be from Noon to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Rollins Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Larry Larsen officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery, Kenova. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com. Continue reading “Judith Fay Hatten Booth”
Donna Medley Painter
On Friday, January 27, 2024, Donna Medley Painter, 88 years old, entered her eternal heavenly home at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, W.Va. Donna was born on August 12, 1935 in Prichard, W.Va. to Sherman “Sherm” William and Alberta “Dossie” Smith Medley both deceased. She held several jobs over the years including Account Services at the Huntington Credit Bureau, Huntington, W.Va.; Collections Agent at King’s Daughters Hospital in Ashland, KY, along with acting as Manager of several large Hotel Specialty Boutiques in Daytona Beach, FL. Donna was a beautiful woman, who lived her life to the fullest through simple pleasures. She loved chatting with family and friends, decorating her home, and cooking dish after dish for others. Donna was predeceased by her husband, William Edward Painter and her first husband, Charles William Adams. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rae Ann and Wendell Parsons; her son, Robert Joseph Adams; her beloved grandson and family, Jason William and Stephanie Parsons and her grandsons, Jared and Ian McCagg. They were all her KIDS! Special friends included her sister friend, Betty James, Jimmy and Barbara Blankenship and Reva Noble. Family and friends whose lives Donna touched are invited to Rollins Funeral Home, 1822 Chestnut Street, Kenova, W.Va. for visitation from Noon to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, to reminisce, support each other or just chat. Donna’s Celebration of Life Service will follow visitation with Pastor Chuck Lawrence and Pastor Keith Watters officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery. Her family would like to express their gratitude and thanks to the following people for their love, care and concern during Donna’s final journey. Thanks to the nursing staff and doctors at St. Mary’s Medical Center; the nursing staff at Huntington Hospice House; and her two care givers, Barbara Blankenship and Cathy Sullivan. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com
Jeanetta Joanna Ratcliff Ferrell
Jeanetta Joanna Ratcliff Ferrell, 71 of Ceredo, W.Va. passed away on January 25, 2024 at Kings Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY. She was born May 26, 1952 in Huntington, WV a daughter of the late Roy “Steve” and Betty Irons Ratcliff. Jeanetta was employed by the Wayne County Board of Education as an Executive Secretary with 33 years of service. She was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Ceredo where she was involved in the Good News Club, the Snak Pak Ministry and she helped with the children on Wednesday and Sunday nights. Jeanetta was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Jaiyme Michelle Mills and a brother; Steven Scott Ratcliff. She is survived by a brother, Johnathan Lee Ratcliff; she also leaves behind two very special children to whom she was Nana, Dria and Shooter Parker; the parents of these special children, Jimmy and Nicole Parker and their grandparents, Dale and Dinah Ledbetter; and special friends, Kate Oldham and Cindy Lowe. Visitation will be Monday, January 29, 2024 from 11:00 am until noon at the First Baptist Church of Ceredo, Fellowship Hall. Funeral services will begin at noon with Pastor Jeff Canterbury officiating. Burial will follow in Ceredo Crescent Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
James Charles O’Brien, II
James Charles O’Brien, II, 74, of Flatwoods, Ky. passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024 in the Sanctuary of the Ohio Valley Nursing Home. A Celebration of Life service will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 27, 2024 at the First Independent Missionary Baptist Church in Kenova, W.Va. with Pastor Scott Byard officiating. He was born November 3, 1949 in Boston, MA. a son of the late James Charles O’Brien, Sr. and the late Lenore Collins Landry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son James Charles O’Brien, III and two sisters Janet Dowling and Carol Kulesza. He is survived by his beloved wife Ruby Linville O’Brien, daughter Linda Chappell; son Sterling O’Brien; two brothers Richard O’Brien (Kate) and Leonard Crowley; sister Ellen O’Brien and four grandsons Joe Chappell, III, Ryan Chappell, Seth Chappell and Damian Moats and numerous other friends and family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
Betty Sue Wilson
Betty Sue Wilson, 81, of Davenport, Iowa passed away Friday, January 19, 2024 at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Davenport. Funeral service will be conducted 3:00 PM Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at Rollins Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Canterbury officiating. Interment will follow in Dock’s Creek Cemetery. Betty was born February 11, 1942 in Kenova, WV a daughter of the late Doliver and Lena Brumfield Wilson. Betty worked in a skilled nursing facility for over 25 years. She loved the Pittsburgh Steelers and was a die-hard fan of Dale Earnhardt, Jr. She has lived with her daughter and son-in-law in Iowa for 20 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two sons Philip Ailiff and Mark Ailiff; brothers Howard (Tom) Wilson, Jesse Wilson, Eddie (Joe) Wilson and two sisters Doshie (Jean) Sullivan and Juda (Judy) Dean. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Valerie Wales (Brian) of Davenport, Iowa; grandsons Luke Ailiff (Cheyenne) of Davenport, Iowa and Aaron Ailiff of Youngstown, Ohio and two brothers James Wilson and Bob Wilson. Betty will also be missed by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.
June Dell Diamond Johnson
June Dell Diamond Johnson, 79, of Prichard, formerly of Williamson passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 at her residence. Funeral service will be conducted 1:00 PM Monday, January 8, 2024 at Rollins Funeral Home with Pastor Cory Adkins officiating. Interment will follow in Cyrus Cemetery June was born June 10, 1944 in Williamson, WV a daughter of the late Warnie and Jesse Keaton Diamond. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Steve Johnson: two infant children Laura and Alvin Gregory Johnson; sister Anna Gay Muncy; ex-husband George Alvin Johnson and special friend Sammy Ritz. Survivors include daughter and son-in-law Cindy Newman (Mark); special niece Evelyn June McGuire; granddaughters Maddie Newman and Ally Newman; one grandson Joe Johnson; great-grandson Jackson Ward; daughter-in-law Lora Johnson and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Monday. Online condolences may be expressed at rollinsfh.com.