Jeanette Gail Fleshman
“I love you every day. And Now I will miss you every day” - Mitch Albom
Jeanette Gail Fleshman - passed away at her home, March 8, 2025, in Richmond Hill, GA, where she moved to in 2011 from Charleston, WV, to be closer to her children and grandchildren.
Born on April 1, 1949, in Huntington, WV, to the late Joseph and Catherine Lawhon. She may have been born on Aprils Fool’s Day, but she was no kind of fool. She knew the importance of family, the value of friendships, loved unconditionally, and gave without expectation.
Strength, dedication, and compassion is what defined her 39 years in health care. Her career began in 1971, as a graduate of St Mary’s Medical Center School of Medical Imaging, with a degree in Radiologic Technology. She started as a Radiologic Technologist, working midnight shifts at Charleston’s General Hospital, and went on to work in the Lithotripsy department, helping to break up kidney stones and simultaneously began taking nursing classes. In 1991, she graduated with honors from the University of Charleston as Registered Nurse and signed on to be part of a beloved team of nurses on 4-South at CAMC Memorial Hospital until she retired in 2010, having earned a unit “Award of Excellence in Professional Nursing,” and the nickname “SARGE”.
If you would have ever asked her what was her greatest accomplishment was or what she was most proud of, her answer would not have been her high academic scores, her degrees, her impressive career … Okay, she may have said the Betty Crocker award she received in High School despite being a terrible cook (she really was) … but, her real answer would have been her family, especially her children and grandchildren.
She was married to Albert “Al” Lyle Fleshman, III for 30 years, he liked his steak well done and his turkey dry, a perfect match. It was complications from diabetes that caused his passing on March 24, 2000 that cut their marriage short. Together they had two children, their son, a retired USAF Veteran, Albert Lyle Fleshman IV in 1970, and their their daughter in 1974, Catherine Nicole “Nikki” Haborak, Marshall University Graduate, currently working as Geologist for the Georgia State Department of Natural Resources. Albert blessed them with their first granddaughter, US Army Pvt. 1st class Brianna Gail Fleshman, on April 18, 1993. Nikki married her husband Kevin on June 5, 2004, and gave her three more grandkids: Nathaniel Albert “Nate” on April 22, 2005, Mason Wesley on June 5, 2007, and Adalyn Isabelle on January 12, 2011 (who she got to see come into this world).
Jeanette would spend her remaining time here doing what she did best, being a source of unconditional love, support, friendship, wisdom, and guidance; being the first person to call when a grandkid was sick or injured; and doing the most important thing of all, spoiling her grandkids and being a Mawmaw!
While we mourn her loss, she will be welcomed in Heavan by those that proceeded before her. These are just a few of the many: her husband, Al; her parents, Joseph and Catherine Lawhon; her sisters, Linda Casto (Late Charles), and JoAnn Bowyer; her brother, Richard (Juanita); her sister-in-law, Francis Gentry (Howard); and her brother-in-law, David Fleshman (Janet). But it was her granddaughter, Brianna, that illness stole away from her on her birthday, April 1, 2014, that was the first one she ran to embrace (sorry Dad)!
Jeanette will be there waiting for those that she left behind: her son, Albert, her daughter, Nikki, her son-law, Kevin, her grandkids, Nate, Mason, and Adalyn, brother, Ronald Lawhon (Linda), brother, Ira “Rick” Lawhon, her brother in-law, Richard “Rick” Lawhon (Renee), her sister in-law, Ruth (Jack) Powers, the many nieces, nephews, and cousins she loved so dearly, along with her many lifelong and dear friends, their children, and even her children's friends that she treated like her own (too many to all mention by name).
Nikki and Al would like to especially thank Linda Retelski, Nora McQuain, Connie Goins, Rick Fleshman, Karen Estep, Dianna Branham, and Jennifer Jarrell for helping them get Mom back home to West Virgina, and for all their advice, support, and guidance setting up her services. Thank you to the CAMC Nurses Honor Guard and to Heidi Edwards for singing to her one last time.
In lieu of flowers, please donate pet food, blankets, or other needed supplies to your local pet shelter or favorite animal charity in her honor. She would have loved that, as strays often found their way to her door.
A Service to Honor the Life of Jeanette will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston. Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston. Family and friends may visit 1 hour prior to the service.
Memories of Jeanette may be shared by http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Dana Lee Surbaugh
Dana Lee Surbaugh, 72, of Gauley Bridge, WV, passed away on March 7, 2025, at CAMC General Hospital.
Dana was born on June 7, 1952, in Charleston, WV. He served his country in the United States Navy, and throughout his life served as an LPN Nurse, Paramedic, Police Officer, and a Chief of Police. When the town of Gauley Bridge, WV, became incorporated, Dana served as their first police officer, and later became the Chief of Police.
Dana was preceded in death by his daughter, Nickie Lee Surbaugh; mother, Betty Jean Surbaugh; and father, Gordon Lee Surbaugh.
Dana is survived by his wife, Joyce Surbaugh; daughter, Dawn Rene Surbaugh Camble; son, Jeremy Lee Byrd; grandchildren, Jeffrey James Smith II, Kylee Suzanne Smith, and Justin Lee Johnson; great grandsons, Raiden Lee Morris and Augustus Ray Johnson; sister, Alice Hunt; and niece, Kortni Hunt.
At Dana’s request, there will be no services at this time. The family would like to thank the nursing staff and doctors at CAMC General Hospital, 3 South.
Memories of Dana may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Joanette Veazey Gould
Joanette Veazey Gould, 81, died peacefully at Hubbard Hospice House on Saturday, March 8th, after a brief illness. Joanette was born in Charleston, West Virginia on May 14th, 1943 to the late Alice Chambers Veazey and Louis Alphonsus Veazey.
Joanette was predeceased by her husband Dickinson “Dick” Gould, Jr. The two met on a blind date in 1970, were engaged in less than three weeks, married in under three months, honeymooned at The Greenbrier, and remained devoted partners for 36 years, until Dick’s passing in 2006.
Joanette was a proud alumnus of Charleston Catholic High School (‘61) and Marshall University (‘65). She was a devoted parishioner at St. Agnes Catholic Church and, later, at The Basilica of the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, where she chaired the Christian Service Committee for many years and delivered communion to the homebound, among other acts of devotion. Joanette was a committed volunteer in the nursery at Women’s & Children’s Hospital, as a host and traveler with Friendship Force International and a prolific blood donor to the American Red Cross, among other acts of service. She enjoyed traveling the world with her family, playing tennis and spending time with a group of loyal friends and corresponding with old acquaintances through letters, birthday cards, and news clippings of potential interest. She survived several bouts of cancer and its effects, with strength and grace, and lived independently until shortly before her death.
She is survived by her daughters Meredith Dean (Jason), of Waiteville, WV and Eleanor Gould of Rappahannock County, VA, son Dickinson Gould III (Angela), of Charleston, WV, and three grandchildren. Joanette was the youngest of five siblings and is also survived by her sister Martha Veazey DiTrapano.
A funeral Mass will be held at Sacred Heart at 10am on Thursday, March 13th, followed by burial at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery at Spring Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6pm to 8pm at Snodgrass Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 12th.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages friends to consider donations to Hubbard Hospice House.
Memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneralhome.com . Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.
Janice “Jannie” Eplin
Janice “Jannie” Eplin, 79, of South Charleston, WV, passed away on March 6, 2025, at the Hubbard House.
She was born on August 7, 1945, in Parkersburg, WV, the only child to Hubert Matson and Margaret Yoho Matson. Both parents preceded her in death, along with a daughter, Cynthia, and granddaughter, Caitlyn Lanier. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Albert “Oggie”; daughter, Sherri Eplin-Lanier (Danny); grandchildren: Cole Lanier (Sarah), Corey Lanier, Cameron Lanier; and great grandson, Teddy Lanier.
Jannie graduated with a B.S. from West Virginia State University and a M.S. from West Virginia University. She was an elementary school teacher for 25 years before retiring. After a 3-year absence, she began teaching another 15 years as a substitute. She was a member and past president of the Alpha Delta Kappa honorary Sorority.
Jannie’s biggest joy in life was her three grandsons, who she loved dearly. She also enjoyed reading, music, baking, gardening, and traveling. She spent a lot of time helping her husband in their rental property venture; interior painting was her specialty.
Jannie was the silent heart and soul of her family, a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother offering endless support, wisdom, and kindness. Countless memories were created with those she held dearly.
As a teacher, Jannie’s passion for education inspired generations of students. They loved her animated voices she used in reading books to them. She believed in the power of education to shape lives.
A memorial service to honor the life of Jannie will be held at 1:00pm, March 11, 2025 at Snodgrass Funeral Home with Rev. Pete Thompson officiating. Friends may visit one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memories of Jannie may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Elizabeth Ann Capps
Elizabeth Ann (Libby) Capps, 88, of Kanawha City, passed away on March 4, 2025.
She will be sadly missed by her companion of 31 years, Chavela, and her fur babies, Noel and Bandit. Libby is also survived by her son, Marshall Capps, and daughter-in-law, Roseanna; daughters, Sandy Bingle, Bonnie Kinder, and son-in-law, Lee; grandchildren, Diana Garretson, Marshall Capps Jr., and Brandon Capps; seven great grandchildren, and one great-great grandson; and her extended family and friends.
A Memorial Service for Libby will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, with Pastor Roy Boyd officiating. Friends and family may visit one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association (https://adoptcharleston.com/support#donate-today).
Memories of Libby may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Virginia "Jenny" Morrison
Virginia “Jenny” Morrison, 76, of Nitro, WV, passed away on February 28, 2025, at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, WV.
For many years, Jenny worked at the West Virginia Division of Culture and History, as did her mother Loa Martin before her. Jenny loved art and crafts, including toll painting, basketry, bead working, and many other crafts. She made a special Christmas Ornament for the White House during the time Laura Bush was First Lady, and was able to go to Washington DC to have brunch with the other artists selected across the country, and Ms. Bush herself, in the White House dining room.
A service to honor and celebrate the Jenny’s life will be held at 12:00 pm, Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, 4122 MacCorkle Avenue, SW, South Charleston, WV. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am.
Memories of Jenny may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Angela Apgar
Angela Apgar, 51, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on February 23, 2025.
A native Floridian, she loved being wherever it was warm and wherever she could feel the sun shining on her. When she wasn’t spending time with friends, family, and pets, you could find her in her garden. She was loving, kind, and never knew a stranger.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Constance, and survived by her father, William; daughters, Tiana and Addison; brothers, Kevin (Liz) and Michael (Beth); fiancée, David; his sons, Bryon (Jenna), Cody (Elyssa) and Tyler (Kaitlin); grandkids, Bristol, Kasson, and soon to be born baby Lucas, along with many other loved ones.
A cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to a charity of your choice.
Memories of Angela may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Donald Charles Hamm
Donald Charles Hamm, 79, of Charleston, passed away on February 21st, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Don was born on July 3, 1945, in Beaumont, Texas. He attended South Park High School where he was a letterman in both track and basketball. After graduation he attended Lamar University, earning a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering. Don was especially proud of graduating at the top of his engineering class, receiving Top of Class honors from the University.
A few years later, in 1969, he proudly graduated with a master’s degree from Arizona State University. Later that year Don began his career with Union Carbide, working at the Texas City plant. In 1976, he relocated with his family to Charleston, where he worked for Carbide for the next 20 years. Don continued a successful engineering career by working with several businesses and special projects, specifically with NGI and MATRIC.
Faith was the foundation of Don’s life, and he made it the centerpiece of his family’s home. After moving to Charleston, he became a member of Boyd Memorial Christian Church and later played a key role in establishing what is today United Disciples of Christ Church. His church family meant the world to him, and he took great pride in his service, teaching Sunday school for over 40 years and guiding others in their faith journey.
Don never met someone that he would not call a friend. A handshake, a smile, a story, or a “fun fact” about the world, left all who met him better for it. Friends often laughed about family stories of his gruff and stern nature because all they ever knew was his generosity, compassion, and gentle nature, often tearing up when surrounded by the people he loved.
A devoted husband and father, Don was deeply committed to his children and their activities. He spent countless hours coaching baseball, soccer, basketball, and softball teams, always leading with encouragement and enthusiasm. His passion for the game extended beyond coaching, and he found true joy in umpiring baseball and softball games in various leagues throughout the valley.
In retirement, Don remained active in his community. He took great pride in working with Union Carbide’s Old Timers Club, volunteering to distribute food at the Covenant House, and, in what he considered his dream job, delivering fancy cars while happily talking people’s ears off with one of his great stories.
Don will be remembered for his strong faith in Christ, his unwavering love for his family, and his endless kindness that left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Curley and Emma Hamm, his son Jeffrey Hamm, and his brother Roy Lee Hamm. Don is survived by his loving wife and companion of more than 57 years, Ann Hamm, his children, Rebecca Watson (Jason), Thomas Hamm (Leslie), daughter-in-law Kristine West, his sister Patricia Carpenter (Jim), brother Hoyt Hamm, and his wonderful grandchildren, Ella Watson, Matt Watson, Jack Watson, Sam Hamm, and Hoath Hamm. Along with dozens of nieces and nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, Don had a family who cared for him and loved him deeply.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Don’s life and legacy on Saturday, March 29th at United Disciples of Christ Church. Visitation will begin at 4:00 and the celebration of life will begin at 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Don’s church at United Disciples of Christ Church, 100 United Disciples Dr., South Charleston WV, 25309.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Carol Bryan
Carol Wilson Bryan, 87, of South Charleston WV, passed away on February 19, 2025, at Hubbard Hospice House West.
Carol was fabulously independent, quick to help anyone in need, loved going on adventures, and traveled every chance she got. She was an elder in her church, avidly encouraged participation in many charities, loved helping animals, and enjoyed a good beverage. One of her favorite things to do was sit on her porch, sipping coffee and watching all the birds that frequent her yard. She was a good friend, elder, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Carol was preceded in death by her parents John B and Gladys V Hover, her loving husband Robert L Bryan, Jr., her eldest son Robert P Maier, her sister and brother-in-law Judy and Paul (Bud) Chapman, and her dear friend and brother-in-law William H Bryan.
Carol is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Richard C and Marcella R Maier; her daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly D and Dwaine E Ennis; grandchildren, Danny Maier, Howard (Kayla) Miller III, and Michael Miller, great-grandson Mason Miller, nieces Hope Bryan (Terry Hudgins) and Beth Bryan (Bernie Walp) and great-nephews Heath (Dory) Hudgins and Oliver (M.K.) Hudgins.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 1, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church in South Charleston with Ginny Taylor officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hubbard Hospice House West.
Memories and online condolences may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.
Franklin D. "Pete" McCoy
Franklin D. “Pete” McCoy, age 91, of Kanawha City, passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born June 17, 1933 in Danville, WV, son of the late Charles Sullivan McCoy, I and Callie Caroline Garrison McCoy. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Ellen McCoy; sister, Clara Nichols and brother-in-law Don Nichols; brother, Lawrence McCoy; brothers-in-law, Johnny Angius, Junior Angius, Frank Angius, and Sam Angius; sister-in-law, Trace Sykes;
He was a member of Kanawha City Baptist Church and retired as a truck driver at Krogers. He was a dedicated Coach of Basketball, Baseball and Football for nearly 40 years, touching many lives.
Pete is survived by his children, Wayne (Carla) McCoy of Charleston, Carolyn Sue Devitt of Charleston, and Charles S. II ( Leora) McCoy of St. Albans; sisters-in-law, Rose (Jim) Hayes of Radford, VA, Mary (Harold) Webb of NC, Patty Wooten of Oak Hill, and Josie (Artie) Wriston of Oak Hill; brother-in-law, Jackie Angius of Oak Hill; sisters in law, Brenda and Sandy Angius; six grandchildren, Elissia Devitt, Jeremy (Tressie) McCoy, Zach (Trinity) McCoy, Alex (Alan) Martin, Charles “Chaz” (Meen) McCoy III, and Ella (Garrett) McCoy; and eighteen great grandchildren.
A service to honor Pete’s life will be held at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Kanawha City Baptist Church with Pastor Don Toler officiating. Entombment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Beckley, WV. Committal service will be in the mausoleum chapel at 2:30 pm. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:30 am until service time at the church.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to: St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org/ ; HospiceCare of Charleston 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W, Charleston, WV 25387-2536; or Exceptional Possibilities of WV at exceptionalpossibilitieswv@gmail.com.
The family wishes to thank Amanda Hackney at CenterWell Health and HospiceCare, for all his care and love.
Memories may be shared by visiting snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements.