Obituaries

Mary Ann Grant Dawson, 86, of Kenova, W.Va. passed away Thursday April 30, 2020 at Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Mary Ann was born April 10, 1934 in Huntington, W.Va. a daughter of the late Sherman and Virginia McNemor Grant. Mary Ann was retired from The Pumpkin Patch. She was a member of Kenova United Methodist Church for 60 years and attended the Loyal Bible Sunday School Class. She was also a member of the Golden Chords Choir where she dearly loved to sing. Mary Ann was a member of the Busy Fingers Quilting Group, with the ladies of her church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Robert Edward (Bob) Dawson; two brothers, William Todd (Dorothy Jean) Grant and James R. (Louann) Grant; one sister, Roberta (Edwin) Marple. Mary Ann is survived by her loving children, two sons and daughters-in-law, Mike (Karin) Dawson of Ceredo, W.Va. and Scott (Rhonda) Dawson of Vero Beach, FL; two daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa (Gig) Smith of Huntington, W.Va. and Elizabeth (Pete) Walsh of Vero Beach, FL. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, Michael (Stephanie) Dawson, Tyler (Jessica) Dawson, Kirk Smith, Jessica (Leron) Brown, Luke (Hannah) Smith, Drew (Gamze) Smith, Chrissy (Chad) Walters, Antonio (Jennifer) Ballester, Edward Dawson, Cameron Dawson, Ryan Walsh and Brendan Walsh; 11 great grandchildren, Caelan, Luke, Clara, Mac, Marshall, Olivia, Ayana, Garett, Liam, Maddie and Cayden; a special caregiver, Debra Davis and her special friends, Ronnie and Fanny Keyser. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of Wayne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their care, compassion and love of Mary Ann. Private graveside services will be held Friday May 8, 2020 at Maple Hill Cemetery with Pastor Jim Richards officiating. A Celebration of Life Service will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to KUMC Music Ministry, 503 15th St. Kenova. W.Va. 25530. Rollins Funeral Home is honored to be serving Mary Ann’s family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com

Sandra Sue Smith Fouch O’Dell, 78, of Wayne, W.Va. passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at Cabell-Huntington Hospital. She was born in Kenova, W.Va., on March 12, 1942, a daughter of the late Darrell Wayne and Geraldine Sinclair Smith. She was a caretaker at the former Sweet Run Personal Care Home and a member of the Maple Street Church of God. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands John Holley Fouch, Jr. and John O’Dell; one sister and brother-in-law Jerry Lou Adkins (Ellis); special nephew Brett Adkins and two grandsons Stephen and Joshua Paul Fouch. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law Susan Hatten (Kenneth); two sons John Holley Fouch, III and Kevin Lee Fouch; grandchildren, Jason Kyle Fouch, John Holley Fouch, IV, Amanda Dawn Cunningham, Justin Fouch, Jennifer Fouch, Amber Mathis (Jonah), Matthew Vincent Fouch, Jordan Fouch, Madison Smith and Tyson Smith. She is also survived by great-grandchildren Sophie Cunningham, Joshua Fouch and Macie Fouch and nieces and nephews Eugene Adkins, Greg Adkins (Julia), Bruce Adkins (Debbie) and Denise Dunlap (Rob). Private graveside services will be held Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at the Dock’s Creek Cemetery with Bishop Edwin S. Harper officiating. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

 

Herbert Joseph “Joe” Alley, 87, of Ceredo, W.Va. peacefully went home to be with his Lord on Monday, April 20, 2020 at his home.  He was a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and child of God. Joe was born in Wayne Co., W.Va., on February 16, 1933, a son of the late Joseph W. and Mollie Greer Alley. He was a graduate of Buffalo High School and retired from Ashland Oil after many years of employment. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his first wife, Wilma Frances Holland Alley, to whom he was married for 56 years along with two sons, Steven Joseph Alley and John Gregory Alley; two brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his wife, Helen Rideout Stevenson Alley; one son, Mike (Sharon) Alley of Myrtle Beach, SC, and one daughter, Lisa (Chris) Hedrick of Prichard, WV; four grandchildren Eric Alley, Mollie Alley (Justin) Shuman, Nathan and Samuel Hedrick; and one great-granddaughter, Faylinn Shuman, and a host of other family members and friends. Joe was a devoted member of the Kenova Church of Christ, where he taught Sunday School and served as an elder for several years. He loved music and enjoyed weekly jam sessions with a group of friends for many years. Private graveside services will be held Monday, April 27, 2020 at the Alley-Miller Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Center 1523 Chestnut Street Kenova, W.Va. 25530. Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.

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.