Robin Murray Smith
Robin Murray Smith, 67, of Ivydale, WV, passed away on February 29, 2024, at Thomas Memorial Hospital.
Robin was born on October 5, 1956, in Fremont, OH. After moving to WV, Robin attended South Charleston High School and was a member of the football team and the graduating class of 1975. Robin was a car salesman for Moses Nissan, and in his free time he enjoyed hunting and fishing, cheering on his beloved WVU Mountaineers and Pittsburg Steelers, and going to estate sales and auctions, where he collected Mountaineer and Steelers memorabilia.
Robin was preceded in death by his father, Henry “Bud” Smith; his wife, Pam Gire Smith; sister, Deborah Smith Thornton; brother, James Smith; niece, Molly Smith; and nephew, Derek Smith.
Robin is survived by his mother, Joyce Hickman Smith of South Charleston; son, Jalen Smith of Ovapa; step-son, Dustin Payton of Pensacola, FL; brothers, Thomas Smith of Dunbar, and Jerry Smith of Clay; sister, Sharon (Roger) Collins of Prestonsburg, KY; best friend, Carolyn Dent Thier; granddaughter, Ariel Smith; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Friends and family will gather to Honor the Life of Robin on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Memories of Robin may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Charles "Chuck" Yanov
Charles Andrew Yanov, 79, of Charleston, WV passed away peacefully on February 20, 2024 at
Hubbard Hospice House, surrounded by his beloved family. Chuck was the kind of person you
never forget. From an early age, he knew how to make an impression! Never afraid to speak his
mind, or stand up for what he believed, Chuck was a natural leader. Married to his high school
sweetheart, Linda Vinson Yanov, for nearly 59 years, Chuck lived a full life of laughter and love.
After graduating from Charleston High School, Chuck served in the Army as a combat medic in
Vietnam and later enlisted in the Army Reserves. He served in the U.S. Army for a total of 26
years. As a member of the Carpenter’s Union #1207, Chuck traveled extensively as
Superintendent for DeJager Construction. After the death of his oldest daughter Kimberly,
Chuck chose a new career with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (from which he retired), in
order to stay home with his family. In both work and life, Chuck taught by example. His work
ethic and dedication were legendary.
Chuck loved without bounds and had a talent for making others laugh. His joy and compassion
were contagious; his light could brighten any path. Always a rock of support for those around
him, he understood that one must stumble in order to learn and grow; providing gentle
reassurance along the way. If you fell, he would pick you up, tend to your wounds, and then
explain what you did wrong!
Chuck took great pride in his country, serving both at home and abroad. His dedication to
honoring America, was challenged only by that to his family and to God.
Preceded in death by daughter Kimberly Yanov, father John Yanov, mother Eloise Stalnaker
Yanov, and brothers William F. Yanov and John P. Yanov.
Survived by wife Linda Vinson Yanov, daughter Andrea and son-in law Mike Hannah, daughter
Lindsay and son-in-law Daniel Johnson, grandchildren Piper, Vega, and Cale, sisters Donna
Taylor and Marilyn Dodd, and many beloved cousins, nephews and nieces.
A service to honor the life of Chuck will be held at 1:00pm Saturday Feb. 24, 2024 at
Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston, with nephew Eric Simmons officiating.
Family and friends may visit from 11:30 am to 1:00pm; service immediately following. Burial at
Spring Hill Cemetery in Charleston.
The family would like to share their appreciation for the care and dedication shown by Hubbard
Hospice House in Charleston, WV.
Memories of Chuck may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the
obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling arrangements.
Dawn Chandler
Dawn A. Chandler, age 74, of South Charleston, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024 at Hubbard Hospice House.
She was born on June 23, 1949 in Pittsburgh, PA daughter of the late Harry and Vera Donnelly. She is also preceded in death by her sister Robin Patterson.
Dawn was an avid church goer who mostly attended Redeemer Lutheran Church in South Charleston where she was a long-time member of the church choir. Her personal interests included singing, dancing, playing bingo and keeping up with television sitcoms.
She is survived by her loving husband, Wayne Chandler; son, Carl Chandler; grandson, Dalton Chandler. Dawn has two loving sisters, Alexis Frankoff and Michelle Stark.
A Service to honor Dawn’s life will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, February 23, 2024 at Snodgrass Funeral Home with Pastor Paula Napier officiating. Interment will follow in Tyler Mt. Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes, WV.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Friends may share condolences at our website www.snodgrassfuneral.com.
Snodgrass Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements.
Martha R. Chandler
Martha R. Chandler, age 66, of South Charleston, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at her residence.
She was born on March 26, 1957, in Charleston, daughter of the late E. Glenn Robinson and Emma Lou Legg Robinson. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Richard, and son, Adam Chandler.
Martha was a 1975 graduate of South Charleston High School and earned a BA at Marshall University in 1983. She worked as a manager in the insurance industry.
She loved traveling, especially to any beach, history, sports, and reading.
Martha is survived by her daughter, Laura Schmidt (Matt), brother, Bill Robinson (Julie), and sister, Ann Robinson; niece, Jessica Robinson (CJ); and nephew, Andrew Robinson (Karen).
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston, with Mr. H.R. Whittington officiating.
Friends may share condolences by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is assisting the family with these arrangements.
Annette Samms Robinson
Annette Samms Robinson, 97, went home to be with her Heavenly Father and her loving husband, William “Bill” Robinson, on February 15, 2024. Annette and Bill were married in 1946 after he returned from serving his country in WWII, and they were blessed with a loving marriage of 65 years. She also deeply loved Jesus, her family, her friends, and her church.
Annette was preceded in death by her father, Mallie H. Samms, and her mother, Anna Elizabeth Samms; her brothers: John Wesley, William “Bill,” Kenneth “Ed,” Mallie Jr., Vernon, and Robert “Bob.”
She is survived by her daughter, Suzette Southern (Bob) from Mint Hill, NC, and her son, William “Jimmy” Robinson of Charleston; grandchildren: William “Billy” (Michelle) Robinson, Mellissa Smith of Monroe, NC, Erik Markus (Lisa) of Matthews, NC, and Kelly Hawkins of Charleston; great-grandchildren: Deanna Smith, Sami Robinson, Matthew Markus, Emma Hawkins, and Michael Markus.
Annette was blessed in her latter years to have wonderful caregivers: Sheri Barker, Bonnie Bishop, Teresa Diaz, Patricia Thomas, Terri Sigmon, and Ann Godbey. Annette was a blessing to all who knew her and she will be missed!
A Service to Honor the Life of Annette will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston. Family and friends may visit one hour prior to the service. Entombment will follow at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes, WV.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to HospiceCare (https://www.hospicecarewv.org/make-a-donation/).
Memories of Annette may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
William (Bill) J. Curry
William J. Curry (Bill), 79, of Winfield, WV, passed away on February 14, 2024, at his home with his family. His battle against serious medical issues in recent years showed his toughness; courageously facing life’s challenges with a smile.
Bill served 4 years in the Air Force, graduated from Morris Harvey College, and worked as a Child Protective Service Worker for 35 years. He met the love of his life, Judy, while working for DHHR, and together, they raised 2 sons. He loved being outdoors and enjoyed camping with family, raising heirloom tomatoes, and photographing nature. He was never happier than when riding his John Deere mower over his extensive lawn, or sitting on the deck watching the squirrels, birds, and deer.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, William Curry and Britte Lavender Curry, of Chesapeake, WV; brothers, Paul Curry of Chesapeake, WV, Ronald Curry of Vinton, OH, Donald Curry of Teays Valley, and Robert Curry of Charleston; and sister-in-law, Sue Curry, also of Charleston.
Bill is survived by his wife, Judith (Judy) Curry, of Winfield; sons, Scott Curry of Birch River, WV, and Michael Curry of Charleston, WV; sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and Rick White of Charleston, WV; sisters-in law: Ruth Curry of Teays Valley, Lois Curry of Vinton, OH, and Barbara Curry of Chesapeake, WV; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Brenda and Don Rose of Birch River, WV; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Service to Honor the Life of William will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, WV, with H.R Whittington officiating. Family and friends may visit one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, WV.
Memories of Bill may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Jeffrey Scott Clendenin
Jeffrey Scott Clendenin, 64, of Saint Albans, WV passed away on February 12, 2024 at home due to short illness.
Jeff served as a delivery representative for Budweiser for 42 years. During that time, he received numerous awards for being first in sales for the state of West Virginia. In 2022 Jeff retired and devoted his time to being a full-time grandfather.
He had two daughters whom he absolutely loved and adored. His world revolved around being a father and he was one of the best at it. Countless nights at different sporting events as well as cheer competitions led him to be that dad who did hair and make-up as well as teaching them to play softball and soccer. Being a father of two girls kept him busy to say the least.
Jeff enjoyed spending time with his family in West Virginia as well as North Carolina. Jeff loved hanging out with friends and building bonfires as well as camping at Summersville Lake. Jeff was known across the Kanawha Valley as the “BUDMAN” due to his keen ability to make relationships with his customers who in turn became lifelong friends. Jeff was a true family man, and he took that serious, family was everything. Jeff loved being a Budweiser guy and still represented the brand long after retirement. Jeff was a devout member of the Teamster Union Local 175. If you ask anyone in the Budweiser family, he is referred to as a legend of the delivery business for all the years of hard work and dedication. He was a loving father, grandfather, and friend to so many and will be greatly missed by all who know and loved him.
Jeff was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Clendenin; father, Herbie Clendenin; brother, Carl Clendenin; daughter, Whitney Ann Clendenin.
Jeff is survived by daughter, Heather Miller (Nick); granddaughters, Allison Miller and Aspen Miller; grandsons, Connor Reveal and Robert Reveal; sister, LeeAnn Butcher.
A service to Honor the Life of Jeffrey Clendenin will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston WV with Rev. Richard Carey officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston WV. Family and Friend may visit from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the funeral home.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting http://snodgrasfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.
Gloria Ann Shirkey
Gloria Ann Shirkey of South Charleston, loving wife, mother, grandmother, devoted teacher, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on the morning of February 11, 2024.
Gloria was born in Charleston on September 19, 1935. She was the daughter of Roy and Naomi Francis, and sister to Dorothy McClure, all of whom have proceeded her in death.
Gloria is a graduate of South Charleston High School and West Virginia State University, with a degree in Education. She served as a Kanawha County elementary school teacher and was well known for her dedication to her students. Gloria lives on through her many students, whose hearts she touched throughout the years.
Always an educator, she also served as a curator at the South Charleston Interpretive Center for the last 15 years, resigning only due to her recent illness. Gloria was celebrated for her broad knowledge of the history of South Charleston, and loved sharing it with her community.
Gloria was also a faithful servant of Christ and was a lifetime member of the First Baptist Church of South Charleston, where she served as the Chairman of the Board of Christian Education, Sunday School Superintendent, and member of the Board of Trustees and Board of Deacons.
Above all else, Gloria was the most committed and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Notorious for her spunky character, warm hugs, “dessert first” mentality, night owl nature, steadfast loyalty, and perfect grilled cheese sandwiches, she will be forever cherished and greatly missed by her family.
Gloria was the widow of Warren M. Shirkey, her soul mate of 68 years. Warren passed almost four years to the day before Gloria. As esteemed dancers, they could always be found on the dance floor together. Gloria and Warren are likely celebrating their Heavenly reunion dancing together again.
Gloria is survived by her three children, six grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren: Daughter, Kathy, and her two children, Chad and Brittany; son, Warren Jr and his two children, Zachary and Briana; and son, David, and his two children, Madison and Katelyn.
Friends and family are invited to share in the celebration of Gloria’s life on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the First Baptist Church of South Charleston. Visitation begins at 5:00 pm with a service to follow at 6:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to West Virgina’s Imagination Library, encouraging literacy for all West Virginia children through free books. Donations can be made in honor of Gloria online at https://give.marshall.edu/project/26398/donate. Please change the drop-down box to “Other,” and in the comments type, “DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY OF WEST VIRGINIA.”
Memories of Gloria may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Connie Rollins
Connie L. Rollins, Age 88, of South Charleston passed away on February 8, 2024 at Hubbard Hospice House at Thomas.
She was a 1953 graduate of South Charleston HS and was long retired with 30 years of service from C&P telephone company. She was an active member of First United Methodist Church of South Charleston WV.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
She was an avid golfer, enjoyed playing bridge and family card games. She enjoyed spending time at their house in Myrtle Beach, and was active in the Carbide women’s golf league.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Rollins of 59 years; father, Kelly Hill; mother, Bobbie Hill; daughter, Cathy Ayersman; granddaughter, Kelly Jo Burnette.
Connie is survived by son & daughter in law, Jeff and Carol Rollins; granddaughters, Nikki Batty, Casey Rollins, Hannah Ayersman; great granddaughter, Hayden Batty; many nieces and nephews.
Services to honor life of Connie Rollins will be held at 1:00pm on Monday Feb. 12th 2024 at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston, WV with Ginna Taylor of First Presbyterian of South Charleston. Official burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park. Family and friends may visit from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston.
Memories of Connie Rollins may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.
Patricia Faye Hutchison
Patricia Faye Hutchison, 87, of Orville, OH, passed away on February 6, 2024.
Patricia was born on September 4, 1936, to the late Harvey and Stella Ray in South Charleston, WV. Upon graduation from high school and getting married, Pat devoted her life to raising her children, having a career at Thomas Hospital, and serving faithfully at Bethel Baptist Church. Her later years were spent in Ohio, living near her loving family. Pat also loved her sports, especially football! She was a big fan of the Marshall Thundering Herd and loved Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.
Pat is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ronald Hutchison; a brother-in-law, son-in-law, and a niece.
Pat is survived by her children, Vicki Thomas of Orville, OH, and Mark Cook of Nitro, WV; fourteen grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, one sister, two nieces, and one nephew.
A Memorial Gathering to honor the life of Pat will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston. A private burial will be held at Cunningham Memorial Park in St. Albans.
Memories of Pat may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.