Elk Funeral Services Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Charleston, WV area
John Roy Lutz Sr.
May 17, 2024
John Roy Lutz, Sr., 87, of Charleston, passed away May 17,2024 John was born July 4, 1936, in Charleston, West Virginia, to the late Robert Donald Lutz and Catherine Brightwell Lively.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Julia Lucille Lutz, and brothers Robert and Richard Lutz.
John was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School, Class of 1954. John...
Donald Wayne Clark
March 17, 2024
Donald Clark, 67, passed away peacefully after a short illness on March 17, 2024. He was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School and was preceded in death by his brother, David K. Clark.
He leaves behind his brother, Rick Clark (Angie), and his sister, Susie Lamb, along with 10 nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews.Donald will be...
Phyllis Jean James
March 12, 2024
Phyllis Jean James (Thomas), beloved wife, mom, grandma, great grandma, and aunt, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at CAMC Memorial Hospice, surrounded by her family. She was 88 years old.
Jean was born on March 11, 1936, in Charleston, WV, the youngest daughter of Virgie H. Blancet Thomas and Frank M. Thomas.
She was the last living sibling....
Wayne Allen Dodson
March 4, 2024
Wayne Allen Dodson, 34, of Charleston, WV. Stepped over to be with the Lord on Monday, March 4, 2024. He was the beloved son of Cheryl Fox, Jerry Walls, and Allen Dodson.
Cherished brother of Bethany Walls, Cherokee (Michael) Jones, Danielle Walls, Heather (Tony) Hudson, Steven Walls, Bubby (Jessica) Walls, Amber (Dale) Jarrell, Jennifer Porter, Lantz Dodson, and Cody (Jasmine) Dodson....
William Michael Jones
February 12, 2024
William "Mike" Jones, 62, passed away on February 12, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Mike is survived by his devoted son, Michael Wayne Jones, and his wife, Cherokee Jones. His grandchildren, Asa, Ella, and Aspen Jones, brought him immense joy and were the light of his life. He is also survived by his sister, Terri...
William Edward Greenleaf
January 19, 2024
William Edward (Eddie) Greenleaf, 73, of Charleston, WV, left his earthly home on January 19, 2024, for a new home where all illnesses are cured. Eddie was born on January 27, 1950, in Charleston to the late Lenn Edward and Anna Louise Ellison Greenleaf.
Eddie is preceded in death by his parents. Grandfather Euarth Greenleaf and sister Patty Greenleaf Taylor. He...
Marsha Ann Bridwell
January 18, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Marsha A. Bridwell announces her passing and going home to be with the Lord on January 18, 2024, with her daughter Michelle by her side.
Marsha, 67, formally of Dunbar, is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Phyliss Ferrell, her brother Michale Ferrell, and her husband Dewayne Bridwell. She leaves behind her sister...
Frances Virginia Stephens
December 17, 2023
Frances Virginia Stephens, 76, of Charleston, WV, passed away on December 17, 2023, at CAMC Memorial Hospice House. Frances was born July 31, 1947, in Charleston to the late Bradie and Maxine Jones Shaffer.
Frances is survived by her daughter, Cassie West (Michael Del Giudice), son, Chris Hughart of Charleston, sisters Connie (Jerry) Riddle of Hurricane, Lillie (Jeff) Sigmon of Charleston,...
Darrel Douglas Anderson
December 8, 2023
Darrel Douglas Anderson, 65, of Charleston, WV, formally from Moundsville, WV, passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife and daughter by his side on December 8, 2023. He was born on December 27, 1957, the son of the late Dare and Rose Marie Anderson. Darrel is survived by his wife Kristina Wright Anderson of Charleston and his daughter...
David Arthur Bostic
November 30, 2023
David Arthur Bostic was born on June 8, 1978, and passed from this life on November 30, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Cecil Guy and Mayvern Spencer, and his paternal grandparents, Clarence Butch and Naomi Bostic.
He is survived by his children, Ian Matthew Bostic and Alexi Renee Bostic, and their mother, Amber Renee Bostic, from Cross...
Jimmy Richard Halstead
October 30, 2023
Jimmy Richard Halstead, 57, of Comfort, West Virginia, died Monday, October 30, 2023. Jimmy was born February 16, 1966, in Madison, West Virginia, to Ruth Ann Riggs Halstead and the late Richard Halstead.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his father, Richard Halstead; sister Lori Ann Halstead, and grandparents Bernard and Cephi Halstead and Fred and Mae Riggs.
Jimmy is survived by...
Ted Andrew Sigmon
October 5, 2023
Ted Andrew Sigmon Sr., 60, of Charleston, WV, passed away on October 5, 2023.
Ted was born in Charleston on January 6, 1963. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe Bautista and Sylvia Slater, brothers Ronald and Arthur Bautista, and sisters Kona Sigmon and Sharon Walker.
Ted is survived by his loving wife Tammy, sons Ted Sigmon Jr., and Jason...
Larry D Mullins Sr.
September 28, 2023
Larry D. Mullins Sr., 67, of Charleston, WV, passed away on September 28, 2023. Larry is preceded in death by his wife, Faye Mullins, father, and mother, Billie and Anci “Sissy” Mullins; and his sister Sheila Mullins.
Larry is survived by his sons, Larry D. Mullins Jr. (Kim)and Mathew S. Mullins, and his brother, Bill Mullins. grandchildren, Carter, Randy, and Khloe...
Austin Jerwayne Jones
September 25, 2023
Austin Jerwayne Jones, 25, of Cedar Grove, WV, unexpectedly passed on September 25, 2023. Austin is preceded in death by his Father, John Richard Jones; mother, Crystal Gale Jones; paternal great-grandfather, Ward O’Dell; maternal grandmother, Pamela Boggs; maternal great-granny, Wanda Daniels; and Cousin Matthew Humphreys.
Austin is survived by his Brothers: Jonathan Jones (Seqoia Stevenson) of Cross Lanes WV, Levi Jones(Jennifer)...
Moe Reza "Ray" Shamshiry
September 21, 2023
Moe Reza "Ray" Shamshiry, 84, of Charleston, WV, passed away on September 21st, 2023, surrounded by his children. Moe was born on September 26, 1938, in Esfahan, Iran. He was the son of the late Fathollah and Sakineh Shamshiry.
He is preceded in death by his younger sister Sedigheh and older brothers Mohammad and Mehdi. He is survived by his older...
Angel Michele Bailey
September 16, 2023
On Saturday, September 16, 2023, Angel Michele Bailey, a devoted wife and mother, passed away at the age of 45. She was born June 10, 1978, in Charleston, to Thomas and Iris Stone. She married Zack Bailey on October 21, 2000, in Charleston.
Angel is survived by her husband, Zack; children Taylor and Chase; mother, Iris; sisters Kim and Jordan; aunts...
Ricky Lowe
September 13, 2023
Ricky Lowe, 63, of Charleston, WV, passed away at home on September 13, 2023, after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Millie, his brother Bill, and his son, Elliot. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Jean, son Dylan (Maria), sisters Monica and Dreama (Dan), and the lights of his...
Delbert Paul Taylor
September 9, 2023
Delbert Paul Taylor, 82, of Charleston, died September 9, 2023, at CAMC Memorial.
Per Delbert's wishes, there will be no services.
Elk Funeral & Cremation Service is honored to be assisting the Taylor family.
Sheila Ann Skiles Coleman
September 3, 2023
Sheila Ann Skiles Coleman, 75, of Dunbar, passed away on September 3, 2023. She was born in Charleston on November 21, 1947, to the late George L. Skiles and Carletta F. Tennant Skiles.
Sheila was a very feisty lady, and there was never a dull moment when you were around her. She was proud of being feisty and always spoke her...
Pamela Joy Shafer-Jeffries
July 23, 2023
Pamela Joy Shafer-Jeffries, 62, of Belle, WV, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, July 23, 2023. Born July 8, 1961, in Clendenin, she was the daughter of the late Sammy D. and Ella May Naylor Shafer.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Anna Marie Shafer.
Left to cherish her memories are...
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