Elk Funeral Services Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Charleston, WV area
Nellie Elizabeth Gray Akers
February 18, 2025
Nellie Elizabeth Gray Akers
The apostle Paul wrote in 2 Timothy chapter 4, verse 7-9, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day; and not only me, but also...
Thomas Christopher Chambers
February 2, 2025
Thomas Christopher Chambers, 73, of South Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on February 2, 2025. Thomas was born in South Charleston on January 31, 1952, to Posey and Ruby Chambers.
Thomas was a jack of all trades and could fix just about anything.
Thomas was a veteran serving with the United States Army. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Ginther. No...
Harold Shaffer
January 26, 2025
Harold James Shaffer, 66, formerly of Charleston, WV, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Charlotte, NC, on January 26, 2025. Harold was born in Charleston, WV, on July 5, 1958, to the late Shelby John Shaffer and the late Constance Joy Rollins-Shaffer-Farris.
Raised by Shelby and Lela Tuttle-Shaffer, Harold was a 1976 graduate of Sissonville High School. Harold attended WVU...
Ethan Chic-Colbert
January 26, 2025
Ethan Samuel Chic-Colbert, 34, of Saint Albans, West Virginia, passed away on January 26, 2025. Ethan was born in Charleston, West Virginia on June 2, 1990, to Wayne Bumpus and Cynthia Colbert.
Ethan was a welder at the Toyota plant in Buffalo, West Virginia. He is survived by his parents and his brother Micah Colbert, 3 Daughters and 1 son.
There will...
John Bogard
January 24, 2025
John Robert Bogard, 70, of Charleston, passed away on January 24, 2025. John was born in Charleston on February 8, 1954, to Robert Bogard and Rose Kinzer Bogard, who both preceded him in death.
John had worked as a transportation driver for several agencies before his retirement. John is survived by Larry and Angela Rogers, his two long-time friends who were...
Jon Davis
January 13, 2025
Jon Scott Davis, 60, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on January 13, 2025, in Wheeling, West Virginia. Jon was born January 7, 1965, in Conway, Arkansas to the late Johnny Davis and Kathleen Fulmer Davis.
Jon served proudly in the US Air Force. He worked in the oil and gas industry for New Tech Global.
Jon enjoyed playing golf with his father...
David M Porterfield
January 9, 2025
David Michael Porterfield, of Morgantown, WV, formerly of Charleston, WV, and Huntington, WV, died at his residence on January 9, 2025. He was the son of Ralph and Clara Porterfield, deceased. David was born June 16, 1945, in Oak Hill, WV. He was a graduate of Mullens High School and Concord College.
Often called Mike by family and friends, he enjoyed...
Calvin Decker
January 2, 2025
The Decker Family wishes to announce, with a very heavy heart, the passing of their beloved father Calvin Decker. Who passed peacefully on January 2, 2025, at the age of 59. He was a loving father to Leah Crawford (Decker). And a cherished grandfather to four grandchildren whom he loved.
He was Known for his kindness, sense of humor, and love...
George H Saltonstall Sr.
December 24, 2024
George Saltonstall, 75, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away on December 24, 2024 at Hubbard Hospice House. George was born on August 5, 1949, in Norwalk, Connecticut, to Richard Saltonstall and Helen DeRosa. George passed away of a sudden illness while visiting relatives.
Per Georges's request, he was cremated, and arrangements in Vero Beach, Florida, are under the care of Thomas...
Micah Dudley
December 7, 2024
Micah Ramon Dudley, 47, of Charleston, WV, tragically lost his life on December 7, 2024 in an automobile accident. Micah was born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 6, 1977.
He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Pastor Hazel Dudley-Berry, and his great-grandmother, Mary Walker-Dudley. Micah is survived by his mother, Valeria Dudley, sisters Vikki Holloway (Victor) and Mary Dudley, brothers...
Michael Birch
November 30, 2024
Michael Birch passed away on November 30, 2024, at the CAMC Memorial Hospital. He was born on March 8, 1967, to Charles Birch and Suzzane Jones.
Michael is preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his daughter Amber Birch of Ellensburg, WA, and sister Cindy Shafer of Spotsylvania, VA.
Per his wishes, Michael is being cremated and...
Violet Katelyn Nicole Thompson
November 28, 2024
Violet Thompson, 18, of Charleston, West Virginia, who preferred to go by her middle name, Katelyn, passed away unexpectedly on November 28, 2024, accompanied by her unborn daughter. Katelyn was born July 18, 2006, and was lost far too soon.
She is survived by her sister, Leather Cheyanne Thompson, and brother, Jessie Thompson, both of South Carolina.
At this time, there are...
Jacob Keller
November 28, 2024
Jacob Boyd Keller, 87, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on November 28, 2024. His sister and caregiver, Nancy Crouch, was by his side at his time of passing. Jacob was born on February 12, 1937, to Herbert Keller and Irene Drake.
Jacob is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Maxwell Keller, Rodney Keller, Charles Keller, and Thomas Keller, and...
Donald Tucker
November 20, 2024
Donald Lee Tucker, 76, of Kenna, West Virginia, passed away on November 20, 2024. Donald was born on June 9, 1948, to John Richard Tucker and Wavie Marie McGinnis.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, John Richard Tucker Jr., Gary Wayne Tucker, and Loyd “Sonny Boy” Nelson Thomas Jr. He is survived by his sisters, Donna Hope...
Gary Bragg
November 19, 2024
Gary Ray Bragg, 62, of Layland, West Virginia, died at the Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, West Virginia, on November 19, 2024.
Gary was born in Beckley on October 6, 1962, to the late Charles Adkins and Wanda Bragg. Gary is survived by his wife, Narcia Bragg, and daughter, Amanda Bragg, as well as his sisters, Linda Winllel, Mellisa Claypool, and...
Peggy Sue Herrera
November 2, 2024
Peggy Sue Herrera, 51, of Elkview, West Virginia, passed away on November 2, 2024, at CAMC Memorial Hospital. Peggy was born on October 3, 1973, in Sycamore, Illinois, to Rexine McClure and the late Charles Setser.
Peggy is preceded in death by her son Antonio Yarborough. She is survived by her daughter, Teara Setser of Bullsgap, Tennessee,
Brothers Tim Setser of Rogersville, Tennessee,...
Terry Rink
November 1, 2024
Terry Wadsworth Rink, 57, of Elkview, WV, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, peacefully passed away on November 1, 2024, at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, West Virginia. Born on January 3, 1967, in Renovo, Pennsylvania, Terry lived a life filled with love, dedication, and warmth. She was the cherished daughter of the late Charles and Anna (McGill) Wadsworth of...
John D. Akers Sr.
October 17, 2024
In the early hours of October 17, 2024, during the brightest hunter's moon, God called John D. Akers, Sr. home to Heaven. John loved the Lord and was so ready to go.
John spent most of his working career as a coal miner, both underground and surface mining. He was a survivor of the October 1951 mining explosion at Kayford, WV,...
Philip Walden
October 13, 2024
Philip Allen Walden, 55, of Charleston entered Heavens Gates on October 13, 2024, surrounded by family and listening to gospel music. Philip was born on September 27, 1969, in Charleston, WV.
Philip was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School. He wanted to do one good act of kindness each day. In his prayers, he always said “Keep the love in...
Alona McKeever
October 12, 2024
Alona “Lorna” McKeever, 62, of Charleston, WV, gained her wings on October 12, 2024, after a long illness. She passed at CAMC Memorial with her family by her side.
Alona was born in Charleston to Albert Lacy and Margaret Elizabeth Nelson Redmon. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her 10-year-old son, William Suntay Nelson; husband, William...
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