One of seven children, Opal Maurine Collins was born in Draper, NC on September 3, 1927. Born July 15, 1942 in Peterstown, WV she was the daughter of the late Daniel "Dan" Riffe and Helen Martin Riffe. She is James Edward Showalter, 73, of Bluefield died Monday, May 20, 2019 at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley. She graduated from Boone High Paul Michael Kizer, 29, of Shady Spring, WV, died Sunday, November 4, 2018 in Beckley. Ernie was born April 21, 1919 in Lovern, WV. She was born on April 1, 1935 in McDowell County, WV, to the late Harry and Odessa Manns. Susie formerly worked in Travel Management and was a graduate of Concord University. She was a graduate of Park Central High School. Obituaries and announcements from Seaver Funeral Home & Cremation Services, as published in Princeton Times. Born January 15, 1932 in Princeton he was the son of the late Walter Lee Clark and Georgia Perry Clark. He was preceded in death by his parents Bruce Wirt Thomas & Stella Pauline (Bailey) Thomas; also by his wife of 57 years Marjorie Dorton Thomas, and wife of 8 years Charlotte Easton Thomas. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, Faithful to Mission Fund, 1116 Mercer St., Princeton, WV 24740. Born November 14, 1950 in Kyle, WV he was the son of the late Dallas Boyd Fowler, Sr. and Eva Sue Brown Fowler. Verneta was a retired seamstress with Maidenform, Inc. in Princeton and was a member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union. John Edward Kizer, 26, of Cool Ridge, WV, died Thursday, June 11, 2020 in Crab Orchard. Born July 28, 1978 in Bluefield she was the daughter of Paul E. Sage and Pamela Bailey Sage of Bluefield. Sheikela was a graduate of Christiansburg High School and worked in the restaurant business. Sheila retired from Jonhston's Inn & Restaurant in Princeton after 25 years of service. Judy retired from Belk in Bluefield where she worked in the Human Resource department. Evelena was a retired owner operator and driver for over 40 years for A.B. Princeton, WV 24740 (304) 425-8131 (304) 425-8133; Join our mailing list Born in Giles County, VA November 23, 1948 he was the son of the late Arthur and Mabel Stowers Wade. She was a well-earned, honored member of the Madge M. "Susie" Arrington, 72, of Princeton died Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Glenwood Park Retirement Village in Princeton. Born April 11, 1944 in Amonate, VA, she was the daughter of the late John and Maryann Moten Lemons. After graduating high school, she attended Concord Dennis Ray Blankenship, 55 of Bluefield died Monday, April 27, 2020 at his residence. He was also a big supporter of various community events and fundraisers, giving of his time and money to help improve the quality of life in his community. We are available 24 hours a day. She was one of seventeen children. Jimmy was a proud veteran of the United States Army having served in the Vietnam Conflict. TUES-SAT Born April 8, 1965, in. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jessica Louise Harden Jones Smith to pay them a last tribute. Our support in your time of need does not end after the funeral services. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Archie Allen Terrence Shane St. Clair, Sr., 76, of Radford, VA, formerly of Princeton, dies Sunday, August 2, 2020 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA. Born February 1, 1948 in Princeton she was the daughter of the late John Vernon Arrington and Dorothy Edna White Arrington. Butch was the devoted patriarch of his family. Born April 29, 1949 in McDowell County, she was the daughter of the late Dennie Douglas Mullins and Willie Puckett Mullins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Fink; son, Michael Todd Dye; and one brother and sister. Harold Boyd Wolfe, III 55, of Princeton, WV, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday January 26, 2022 following a brief illness. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Donald was a United States Army veteran having served in the Vietnam War and had been employed at Lowe's in Princeton for the past 18 years. Born September 25, 1924 in Princeton she was the daughter of the late Margaret Virginia Trail. In addition to her parents she was David Martin Hall, 71, of Princeton, WV died Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at CAMC General Hospital in Charleston. BornNovember 6, 1951,in Frank Edward Brown, born October 6, 1952, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, November 27, 2022. Born February 28, 1983 in Princeton he was the son of Tracy Leo Cox of Shady Spring and Connie Sue Cox of Princeton. He is preceded in death by his mother Nancy O'Neal, brother Casey O'Neal, and half brother Gary O'Neal. Kathy lived for a time in Burkeville, VA but later returned with her son, Joseph Lee Lackey, II to Princeton in 1986. She was a 1954 graduate of Park Central High School and formerly employed at Veterinary Associates. Born in Pipestem July 4, 1922 she was the daughter of the late William Henderson and Lou Farley Ellison. She had defeated the cancer but succumbed to other complications. was born November 29, 1981 in Marion, VA. He attended West Virginia University and returned to school later in life to earn his Regina Jo Hess, 56 of Princeton died Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at her residence. He was a Korean War Veteran. Memorial Funeral Directory & Cremation Center. You will receive email notifications when changes are made to the online memorial, including when family and friends post to the Guestbook. She is preceded in death by her Frances Mae O'Dell, 92, of Princeton died Friday, June 19, 2020 at CAMC General Hospital in Charleston, WV. Seaver Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1507 N. Walker Street Princeton, . He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Pauline Eva Mayhew, 92, of Lewisburg, formerly of Princeton, died Saturday, October 10, 2020 at Peyton Hospice House in Lewisburg. She was from Princeton and was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mary Anderson and several brothers and sisters. Liz was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. His grandchildren, Beverly, Danielle, Erica, Kristan, Annabelle and Arik. Born in Ft. Payne, Ala., Reverend Burgess was a longtime resident of Chattanooga and N. Georgia. He was the only child of Sandra Caldwell and the son of the Late Harold "Butch" Wolfe Jr. Born December 16, 1951 in Princeton, she was the daughter of the late Jess and Mildred Godbey Starcher. He was a member of the Christian Fellowship Chapel in Princeton, a member of the Lois June Faulkner Harloe, 92, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, May 4, 2019 at her home in Fairfax, Virginia. Born, March 22, 1965, in Arlington, VA, she was the daughter of the late Clifford Beavers and Ruth Harrison Beavers. Seaver Funeral Home 1507 N Walker St, Princeton, WV 24740 Send Flowers Fri Mar 03 Burial Resthaven Park Cemetery Princeton, WV 24740 Send Flowers Send Flowers Share your support Light a candle Illuminate their memory Give a memorial tree Plant a tree Sympathy messages Growing up Mary Sue Smith, 75, of Princeton went to be with Jesus on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at her residence with her family by her side. After graduating from Princeton High School in 1945, she worked for the telephone company and at G.C. James "Jimmy" Harry Jr. Order by 3:00PMThe day before. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one daughter, Laura Munsey. She attended Lerona United Methodist Church and was a longtime Richard Scott "Rick" Shrader, 71 of Princeton, WV gained his wings on Thursday, October 24, 2019. A memorial service will be conducted at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, July 17, 2010 at the George W. Seaver Chapel of Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton with Bishop George E. Heartwell, Sr., Bishop Anthony Tucker, and Elder Sue Heartwell officiating. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers, Gary Pitzer, Larry Pitzer, and David Pitzer; and two nephews. Steven Wayne Warren, 60, of Princeton passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 3, 2020 at his home. Our Calendar | Gray II, 38, of Princeton died Friday, May 29, 2020 in Montcalm. Born May 20, 1959, in McDowell County, he View full obituary Shelia Lynn Southern Send Flowers Send Sympathy Gifts March 19, 1969 - January 20, 2023 Shelia Lynn Southern, 53, of Old Oxley Road, Athens, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at her home. For numerous years, Rowena Miano "Row" Harman, 69, of White Sulphur Springs, WV, passed away at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at 1:15 PM surrounded by her beloved family and friends. Visitation was held on Friday, March 3rd 2023 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Seaver Funeral Home (1507 N Walker St, Princeton, WV 24740). Her father died during a conflict in WWII when she was very young, and her mother married Herman Rose who raised her as his own. Born February 10, 1969 in Princeton she was the daughter of the late Willard and Phyllis Poole. Born July 27, 1934 in Welch, WV he was the son of the late Dennie Noe and Hazel Love Noe. Born October 29, 1934 in Princeton she was the daughter of the late George D. Anderson and Mary Depan Anderson. Mary was an active member of the Pentecostal Revival Center in Princeton when her health permitted. Elese was called home to her Heavenly Father on January 14, 2020. Survivors in addition to Edith "Carroll" Barth of Princeton died peacefully at her home Saturday, April 11, 2020, after a courageous battle with metastatic cancer. George Melvin Washington, 75, of Big Stone Gap, VA died Thursday, July 16, 2020 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home. Find all the info you need. Sarah was an active lifelong member of Princeton Presbyterian Church, volunteered as a foster grandparent for The Kid Connection and spent several years Alfred Lawrence "A.J." She was a retired seamstress at Maidenform, Inc. in Princeton and a former President of the International Ladies Garment Worker's Fredrick Charles "Papa" Showalter, 68, of Princeton died Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his residence. She was a former employee at Mountain State Locksmith in Mary Diana Mullins was born August 1, 1950 in Bluefield, WV. Born in Lowton, OK June 27, 1935 he was the son of Robert and Gladys Ray. Born September 22, 1981 in Princeton he was the son of Benny Bryant Gray, Sr. of Carlisle, OH and Carolyn Denise Snow Dishner of Princeton. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her Shirley Mae Seal Gills, 75, of Wirtz, Va., formerly of Rocky Gap, Va. and Ingleside, W.Va., went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 31, 2020. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by Irmgard Erika Atwell (Linz), 73, of Princeton, WV, gained her wings on April 7, 2020 at her residence after a long battle with breast cancer. Grant in Bluefield and formerly worked with the West Virginia Division of Veteran Margaret B. Stafford, 71, of Princeton died Friday, June 21, 2019 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA. Born September 18, 1947 in DuBois, PA she was the daughter of the late William J. Berry and Jessie Mae McKnight Berry. Judy Karen Reece, 61, of Palmyra, VA, formerly of Princeton, died Sunday, September 19, 2021, at the residence of her sister in Palmyra. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Buddy Emden Lee Syres, Jr., 47, of Newton, NC, a former resident of Princeton, died Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at his residence. He was an avid sports fan of all types of sports but especially he loved watching the Pittsburgh and WVU teams. Carroll was born in Mercer County, WV September 28, 1939 to the late Posie Edward Hill and Sylvia Cochran Hill. Granny Pearl, as she was known by her enormous family, was born April 24, 1925, in Pettrey. He Gertrude "Gertie" Snidow and her beautiful smile and loving presence passed away from this earth on February 22, 2020 at 6:00 AM. Before retirement Shelva worked at Princeton Community Hospital and she was a member of First Baptist Church in Princeton. Before retirement, Lena worked as a receptionist at Dr. Erma Lee Candler Childers, 87, of Princeton died Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born on August 28, 1944, in Princeton, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Robert and Geneva Seal. Having grown up in Aschaffenburg, Virginia Frances "Ginny" Peters, 82, of Princeton died Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at Princeton Community Hospital. She was a member of the Susan Alyne White, 81, of Princeton died peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. He only knew of one way to work and that was to give it his all. Mrs. Goodwin was a member of First Christian Church in Bluefield and had worked as a Sales Clerk at Kresge's. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Costello; three sisters and one Frances S. Witt, 92 of Pearisburg VA went home to be with her lord and savior Sunday, June 21. She was preceded in death by one sister-in-law, Beth Haga. Born in McComas, WV November 5, 1934 she was the daughter of the late Daniel Wesley and Myrtle Virginia Jones Davis. Born in Princeton on August 25, 1959, he was the son of the late Maitland "Jughead" and Elizabeth Hansbarger "Betty" Warren. Andre Delvon Hamlet, 36 of Bluefield, West Virginia went home to join Our Father at 12:00am on Wednesday, July 29, 2020. Lillian was a graduate of Richlands High School and work at A & P Grocery Store for 30 Judith "Judy" Gail Hager Wright, 74 of Princeton, WV died Thursday, May 5, 2020 at New River Valley Hospital in Christiansburg after a short illness. She was 100 years old. Explore Life Stories, Offer Condolences & Send Flowers. There will be a visitation for friends and kin at Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton on Sunday, January 17, 2010 from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM to be followed by a celebration of his life. Born July 13, 1973 in Mullens, WV he was the son of the late Dorcas Green Shumate. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and homemaker. Rosanna was a graduate of the Class of 1955 of Princeton High School. Born June 24, 1948, in Bud, WV, he was the son of the late Charles and Hilda Shrewsbury Ross. She attended Lerona United Methodist Church and was a longtime Carl Yeilding Reed, 93, of Pineville, passed away on October 2, 2019 at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley. Ralph joined the US Air Force as a mechanic when he was 17 years old. For a full obituary please visit www.seaverfuneralservice.com. Born May 1, 1965 in Princeton he was the son of Jettie D. Taylor Burkett of Princeton and the late Billy Eugene Burkett. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service obituaries and Death Notices for the Marion, VA area. She was in her 92nd year. Born June 11, 1986 in Princeton she was the daughter of Scott and Melissa Murphy Smith. 304-425-2282
He will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Sandra; daughter Michele Bailey; grandchildren, Mackenzey, Jett, and Lincoln; brother, Steve and wife Lynn; sister Debbie; brother-in-law, Bobby Christian; and his faithful canine companion and best buddy, Rosco. Born in Princeton February 8, 1956 he was the son of the late Mary Alice Lucas Hicks and Steve Hicks, Sr. Ruth was a member of the Shiloh Harold Eugene Hayford, 72, of Bluefield died Saturday, February 8, 2020 at his residence. Born in Princeton April 5, 1976 he was the son of Paul E. and Pamela Bailey Sage of Bluefield. In addition to her parents, Maxine was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Marion Josephine "Nanny" Taxley, 75, of Bluefield passed away Sunday, November 17, 2019 at Bluefield Regional Medical Center. Harold was a retired framer in the construction business and had been a resident of Bluefield since 2017 moving here from Fairburn, GA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by Betty Jo Bish Johnston, 86, of Princeton died Monday, August 26, 2019 at her residence. Born November 2, 1938 in Pinoak, WV she was the daughter of the late Larlyn Earl Foley and Retha Beatrice Heaton Foley. EmmaDean was born May 27, 1939 in Elgood WV. Born July 7, 1957 in Bluefield he was the son of the late Rosevelt and Louie Mae "Pinky" Anderson Patterson. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Ronald was a graduate of Bluefield High School, formerly employed at Bluefield State College, and former co-owner of Patterson Janitorial Yvonne M. Bratton, 75 of Bluefield, WV died Thursday, February 6, 2020. He was a Vivian Lea Poole, 50, of Glenwood Haven Road in Princeton received her wings on Sunday, May 12, 2019. Row was born in Welch, WV, March 24, 1950, to the late Charlie and Wilma Kennedy Miano. He is survived by his Sheila Jean Whitt, 67 of Princeton died Saturday, August 15, 2020, at her residence. Harold maintained a private law practice during his entire career where he served countless individuals and families with sound legal representation. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Born in Mullens, WV March 30, 1945 she was the daughter of the late Dennis Paul and Bertha Louise Billings Vance. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Survivors include herchildren Michelle Akers (Charles), Heather Brinkley. Mary formerly worked for her husband's business Whittaker's Jewelry in Princeton and also formerly worked at Maidenform in Princeton. Communications in Beaver. She was the daughter of the late Willie and Thelma Patterson Mullins. She was a graduate of Princeton High School and a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Bluefield State College. He is also survived by his step-father, Virgil Caldwell, his sister-in-laws Diana Belcher and husband Derek, Sherri Delozier and husband Tim "Dodge" and nephew Corbin Hurst and niece Abigail Belcher all of whom he loved to share family vacations and adventures with. (40 years old). and Poirot), enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, and took great pleasure going on adventures with Jim. Ellen was a 1966 graduate of Princeton High School and a James Joseph Colbird, 28, of Princeton, died Thursday, January 7, 2021. Born May 14, 1940 in Bluefield, WV he was the son of Ryan Mac Pitzer and Sallie Larue Pitzer. Harold was the most devoted husband and father, never missing opportunities to spend time sharing his hobbies and love for life with his family. Born June 19, 1952 in Montgomery, VA she was the daughter of the late Edward Booker and Minnie Lee Dawson Booker. Horeb Geraldine Harvey Cahill, 96, left God's earthly care for God's eternal reward on October 16th. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Mary Dowell Miller. In addition to her parents and her husband, Jean was preceded in death by her son Charles Ruth N. Smith, 84, of Winston-Salem, NC, formerly of Princeton, died Sunday, February 9, 2020 in Winston-Salem, NC. Danny was retired from Sage Custom Machine Shop with twenty-eight years service. Born May 6, 1930 in Princeton, he was the son of the late Hewitt Edward White and Bertha Damewood White. She was a retired Principal at the Anthony Correctional Center in White Sulphur Springs. Betty Lou Roncaglione Ball, 91, of Dania, FL died Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Manor Pines in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Born December 19, 1945, in Princeton. Brenda retired as a sales associate from Wal-Mart and was of the Baptist faith. He was also formerly employed at Ramey Danny Edward Baker, 76, of Princeton died Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at his residence. He was the son of the late James and Freda Harry. After teaching in elementary schools in southern West Virginia for several years, she moved to Born in Nettie, WV, on November 21, 1923, Dr. Oscar Jerrell "Jerry" Bailes was the son of the late Worth and Anna (Rock) Bailes. He served for four and a half years, the last eight months of which were arguably Ernestine Wiley Smith, 100, formerly of Princeton, WV died peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2019. For full obituary and service information please visit www.seaverfuneralservice.com. Due to the unexpected passing of Harold, the family would appreciate monetary gifts, in lieu of flowers, to help provide for expenses and other needs. It is with our deepest sorrow to announce that Sister Ray Jean Barnes, age 70, went on to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In addition to traveling and crafting, she loved gardening, loved a good mystery show (Murder She Wrote! In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one daughter, Odessa May Martin, 85, of Princeton Health Care Center, a former resident of Peterstown, died at her residence on Wednesday, July, 24, 2019. To view complete obituary, please visit www.seaverfuneralservice.com. Others left to cherish his memory are his siblings Charles "Matt" Wolfe and wife Shannon and their children; Jessica Wolfe Goins and her children Bentley and Gemma; a special uncle John Wolfe; special friends Gary Hamm, Dr. Ron Billips, Dr. Todd Smith; his legal assistants Tyler Myers and Laurie Greiert, and a host of other nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends. Born December 19, 1945, in Princeton.
He was a member of the U.M.W.A and a former Mandy Lynn Smart, 41, of Kensington Ct. in Princeton formerly of Giles County, VA died Friday, August 2, 2019, at her residence. Betty was a member of the Lilly Grove Baptist Church in Princeton. Born July 13, 1944 in Elgood, WV she was the daughter of the late Dorse L. St. Clair and Susie Dent St. Clair. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by former Harold "Wayne" Bowden, 71 of Princeton died Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at his residence. Most notably, Liz was impactful in 4-H, both at a local and state level, where she shared her knowledge of crafts and her ability to encourage young minds and hearts. Ms. Davis was born in Princeton, the daughter of Wilbert Charles and Rhoda Brown Jackson. She was born September 8, 1946 in Bluefield, West Virginia to the late Russell and Gladys Patterson. Born May 9, 1947 in Summers County, WV he was the son of the late James Hall and Rosalee Kirk. Born March 3, 1960, in Princeton, she was the daughter of the late William Jefferson "Willie" Reece and June Marie Webb Reece. Born in Springton, WV she was the daughter of the late Rev. Terms of Use | Born June 23, 1933 in Princeton she was the daughter of the late Carl Bish and Edith Mullens Bish. Born April 26, 1923 in Bluefield he was the son of the late James P. Janutolo and Ethel H. Janutolo. Though he enjoyed many activities in and around his home, his true joy was found in spending time with his family. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Eula C. Oxley; and one son, Joseph Charles Oxley. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton. Wilma Lee Starcher Wade, 68, of Princeton, left this world to join the love of her life, her husband, Russell Burman Wade on August 7, 2020. Founded in 1930, our locally owned independent funeral home has been striving to meet the needs of area families, from our early days on Thorn Street to Mercer Street and our current location on the Athens Road. Butch loved sitting on the front porch of his cabin in Waiteville, WV and spending time with his family and friends. A U.S. Army veteran, he retired from GTE with twenty eight years of service. Prior to moving to Knoxville, TN, in the spring of 2018, Florence had been a long-time resident of Princeton, WV where she and husband Ray Sarles lived for 54 Carol Louise Whitacre, 80, of Princeton died Friday, December 20, 2019 at the Maples in Bluefield. He loved his grandchildren and being outside cutting grass Betty Jane Proffitt Costello of Princeton went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at The Havens in Princeton.