Cathy Jones Graceson (Gallagher)
Cathy Jones Graceson (Gallagher), 67, was born on April 2, 1956, in Kanawha County, WV, and passed away on September 5, 2023, at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, WV. She was the daughter of Dr. Barbara Jones Springer and the late Jack Lee Jones.
Cathy was a proud Daughter of Marshall University, with a degree in journalism and a Master’s in business administration. She was also a proud graduate of St. Albans High School, class of 1974. Cathy was an accomplished EEO trainer & HR specialist. Throughout her career, she worked at several organizations, including Union Carbide, Toyota, Dingess Rum Properties, and finishing her career with the state of West Virginia.
To know Cathy was to know that she had a large and pure heart. She cared deeply for others, especially those who needed an advocate. She always defended the right thing, even if it put her on a harder path. Having her in your corner provided a comfort that many are now left missing. She enjoyed giving back to her community through several organizations and was exceptionally passionate about supporting animal rescues. Brilliant and vivacious, she had a true appreciation for life, never took herself too seriously, enjoyed traveling the world, and was a voracious reader. However, make no mistake, she had no greater joy than being a mom and grandmother.
She is survived by her two daughters, Erin Gallagher & Annie Gallagher; three grandchildren, Colin Gallagher, Cara Gallagher & Claire Gallagher; mother, Barbara Jones Springer; stepfather, Don Springer; siblings, Jill Jones von Dohlen and Jeffrey Jones; aunt, Helen Rollins; nieces and nephews, Sara Jones, Michael von Dohlen, & David von Dohlen, as well as three dogs and one cat who will miss her very much. Cathy was preceded in death by her brother, Jack Allan Jones.
A tribute to Cathy's life will be held on September 16, 2023, at Blessed Sacrament, with visitation at 10:00 AM and a mass at 11:00 AM. Cathy's memory will be dearly cherished by all who knew her.
Memories and online condolences of Cathy may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Tianna Butler
Tianna Butler gained her angel wings on September 07, 2023, at her home in St Albans, WV. Tianna was 72 years old. Her life would seem too short to many, but those of us who were blessed to be touched by her understand that her existence and the imprint she left on our hearts exceed the quantity of time that she stayed here.
Tianna was social and made friends everywhere she went. Not a day went by where Tianna didn't talk about how much her children and family meant to her - her family was arguably her most important achievement in life. Tianna retired from Verizon Wireless after twenty years of service.
Tianna is survived by her loving husband, Champe Butler II; her son, John T. Harmon IV and his wife Kelly C. Harmon; her daughter, Rachel K. Butler-Myatezh and her husband Alex Myatezh; grandchildren: Haley H. Breaux and Brittain A. Breaux, Hunter T. Harmon, Jalin S. Harmon, Charleigh R. Harmon, and Zachary Deming; and her great-grandchildren, Carter M. Breaux and Leo T. Breaux. Tianna was predeceased by her parents, Burl A. Mallory and Phyllis B. Mallory, and her brother, Mitchell L. Mallory.
A memorial service to Honor the Life of Tianna will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Twin City Bible Church, 100 First Avenue, Nitro, WV 25143. Family and friends may visit one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to the Missions at Twin City Bible Church in Nitro, an organization Tianna cared for.
"... a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance." -Ecclesiastes 3:4
Memories and online condolences of Tianna may be shared by visiting http://www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
William "Bill" Peters
William “Bill” Graves Peters II, 79, of South Charleston passed away on September 9th, 2023.
Bill graduated from South Charleston High School. He was retired from the WV State Tax Revenue, and IBM as a computer programmer. He was also a former employee of the Capitol City Auto Auction as a driver shortly after retirement because, if you knew him, you know he did not like to sit still. He loved to drive, he loved his boat, and he loved his family. He was a father figure to many, and a ‘Poppy’ to many more. He will forever be loved, remembered, and missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Blanche Peters; sister, Betty Peters (White); as well as his ex-wife and friend, Carolynne Peters.
He is survived by his daughter and caretaker, Stacey Peters; granddaughter, Darienne King (Benjamin; great granddaughter, Poppy Lynne King; sons, Donald Peters (Nancy) and Robert Peters (Heather).
A service to celebrate his life will be held at 3:00 pm, Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston, West Virginia. Family and friends may visit from 2:00pm-3:00pm at the funeral home.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.
Carolyn Sue Smith
Carolyn Sue Smith, age 78, of Charleston peacefully passed away, surrounded by family on Friday September 1, 2023 at Hubbard Hospice House after an extended illness.
She was born on December 18, 1944 in Charleston, daughter of the late Fred and Mary Adkins Whittaker. She is also preceded in death by her husband Opie E. Smith, Sr.; sisters, Linda Ferrell and Elizabeth Kelly; brother in law, George Ferrell, Sr.
Carolyn attended Charleston High School and later earned her Certified Nursing Assistant certificate. She was a CNA at St. Francis Hospital for more than 20 years caring for others, like she always did. Later she was a local business owner and manager where she became “Mom” to everyone she met.
She taught everyone about courage, kindness, hard work, helping others, but most importantly about strength; she exercised that strength throughout her extended illness. Carolyn placed so many above herself and cared for family members, friends, and others; especially when others had no option. She loved us all and had special places in her heart for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. It was her nature to always see the value in everyone and never give up on people.
Carolyn is survived by her two sons, Opie E. Smith, Jr. of Charleston, and William L. Smith of Seattle, WA; grandchildren, Kim Swiney (Ben) of Clendenin, Opie E. Smith, III, (Devan) of Charleston; chosen grandson Xavier Blackledge; great grandchildren, Sophie, Madi, Zach, Gracie, Ella, and Athena; brother, Denver Whittaker (Susie); sisters, Vicki Starcher and Nikla Hardman; nephew, Opie Lee Kelly who was like her third son; chosen son Zane Blackledge (Lauren) and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
A service to honor Carolyn’s life will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday September 6, 2023 at Snodgrass Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Swiney officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston, WV.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of Flowers the family requests donations be made in memory of Carolyn to Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Curtis Price Way, Charleston, WV 25311 or HospiceCareWV.org
Friends may share condolences at our website www.snodgrassfuneral.com.
Rosalie Gay Estep Medley
Rosalie Gay Estep Medley, 88, of South Charleston, passed away on August 28, 2023, at Hubbard Hospice House West.
She was born in Powelton, WV, to the late Homer and Georgia Legg Estep. She was a homemaker and cared for her family very deeply. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and embroidering. Rosalie was a member of First Church of God on Ohio Street in South Charleston, where she loved to sing in the choir and fellowship with her church family.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Gail Medley; sister, Patsy Board; brother, Steve Estep.
Rosalie is survived by her four children, Jerry (Vickie) Medley of Hurricane, WV, Mark Medley of Charleston, WV, Stephanie Dotson of South Charleston, WV and Greg (Brandi) Medley of Nitro, WV; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren.
A service to Honor the Life of Rosalie Medley will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, September 1, 2023 at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston with Pastor Charles Shelton officiating. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memories and online condolences may be shared by visiting http://www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Richard Thomas Anderson
Richard Thomas Anderson, age 38, of South Charleston went to his eternal heavenly home, with his mother and close friends by his side, on Sunday August 27, 2023 at CAMC General Hospital.
Richard was born in Charleston, March14, 1985, son of the late Robert T. Anderson, Sr. He is also preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Carl Hampton Wills, Sr. and Ann Greathouse Wills; paternal grandparents, Andy Anderson and Dorothy Davis Anderson.
Richard was born with a life of many physical and intellectual challenges, however through that he was able to have a life of enjoyment and loved by many. One of his enjoyments was his father’s daily rides in a golf cart at Kanawha Country Club and his family taking him to South Charleston parades and festivals.
Richard loved music, church, eating good food, his home and celebrating special events.
Richard is survived by his mother, Treisa Anderson of South Charleston; brothers, Robbie Anderson, Sr. (Blaire) of Charleston, and Paul Anderson (Erin) of South Charleston; uncle, Carl H. Wills, Jr. of Charleston; aunt, Carol Hill of Ohio.
The family greatly appreciated Richard’s long time health care providers, Walter Dawkins and Maria Marotto. Also, a special thanks to McKinney Family Chiropractic and staff and CAMC General Neuroscience Unit.
A service to celebrate Richard’s homegoing will be held at 7:00 pm on Friday September 1, 2023 at Snodgrass Funeral Home with Pastor James Wright officiating. Interment services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday September 2, 2023 at Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday evening at the funeral.
Donations be made to: Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance, 8737 Colesville Road, Suite 400 Silver Spring, Maryland 20910 or TSCalliance.org/give/
Friends may share condolences at our website www.snodgrassfuneral.com.
Snodgrass Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements.
William Carl "Bill" Dotson, Jr.
William Carl "Bill" Dotson, Jr., age 88, passed away on August 25, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington. Born on October 8, 1934, in Bownemont, WV, to William Carl Dotson and Pearl Mae Evans, he graduated from South Charleston High School in 1952.
He attended West Virginia University, was part of the Pride of West Virginia Marching Band, and a member of the Phi Kappa Sigma fraternity. He eventually graduated from West Virginia Institute of Technology, where he continued his involvement in the marching band.
Bill's career was in the automotive industry, working for American Motors Corporation and later Chrysler Corporation as an Executive Sales Manager in Detroit, Michigan. He had a fondness for playing musical instruments, particularly the euphonium and tuba. He was engaged with various community bands in Michigan, West Virginia, and Florida, and Senior Moments Dixieland Jazz.
Bill achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America and remained involved as a Scout Master and mentor. He also served his country for three years in the United States Army.
He was predeceased by his parents and his first wife, Carolyn Jean Evans, after 53 years of marriage. He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Norma Dotson; his son, Peter Dotson (Annette); and daughters, Patrica Woll (Timothy), Carol Huber, and Nancy Ryan (Richard); 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. His cherished companions included Gracie the dog and Bailey the cat.
A Service to Honor the Life of William Dotson is scheduled for August 31, 2023, at 1 pm at Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston. Officiated by Pastors Scott Bandy and Ray Witmer III, the service will be followed by entombment at Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. A visitation window will be open from 12 pm to 1 pm on the same day.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to St. Joseph’s Indian School at http://stjo.org/flowers. Memories and condolences can be shared at http://snodgrassfuneral.com. Arrangements are being handled by Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Patricia Lou Fields
Patricia Lou Fields, 76, of South Charleston, passed way on August 17, 2023, at HospiceCare at CAMC Memorial Hospital.
She was born on July 22, 1947, in Charleston, WV, to the late John G. Perkins and Betty L. Perkins. She was a proud member of the Charleston High School class of 1965 and the Marshall University class of 1969.
Patsy was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, Patrick Paxton. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, A.J. Fields; sons, Will (wife Tina) of Covington, VA, and Andy (wife Cecilia) of New Bern, NC; granddaughters, Caitlin and Grace Fields of Covington, VA, Xazil Johnson of Oak Island, NC, and Andrea Garvey of Charlotte, NC; grandson, Giovanni Triana of Charlotte, NC; brother, John R. Perkins (wife Sally) of Charleston, WV; sister, Polly Paxton of Jefferson, IN; brother, David Perkins (wife Holly) of Harpers Ferry, WV; brother-in-law, Thomas Fields (wife Ann) of Charlottesville, VA; three greatgrandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Abby.
A private service to Honor the Life of Patsy will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, https://adoptcharleston.com/index.php/give/thank-you/.
Memories of Patsy may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.
Barbara June Addis Merritt
Barbara June Addis Merritt, 86, of South Charleston, passed away on August 9, 2023.
She was born on May 22, 1937, to the late Carroll W. and Leona June Pringle Addis in South Charleston, where she resided most of her life.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Mike Merritt; brothers, Don and Phillip Addis; sister, Betty Kitchen; and niece, Rose Kitchen.
Barbara is survived by her niece, Judy Richards; and nephews, Phillip and Steven Addis.
A private family graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston, where she will be interred beside her son, Mike.
Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in the care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston.
Angela Dawn Price
Angela Dawn Price, 45, of South Charleston, WV, passed away on August 14, 2023, at CAMC Memorial.
Angela was born on May 10, 1978, to the late Charles Price and Margaret Harris Price. She grew up in Spencer, WV, and graduated from Roane County High School, class of 1996.
Angela had a heart of gold and was a very giving person. Her personality was sassy, ornery, and she wasn’t happy unless she was picking on someone! Angela enjoyed spending time with family and friends, loved taking drives, and listening to music. She also loved skating, softball, drawing, movies, and farm animals (except chickens!). During football season, she cheered on her Cowboys and loved picking on her son, a Saints fan!
Angela was preceded in death by her father, Charles Price; mother, Margaret Harris Price; and sister, Brenda Price. She is survived by her fiancé, Tim Spencer; daughter, Brooke Anderson; son, Aidan Anderson; brother and sister-in-law, Bub and Dee Dee Price; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Jeffrey Patrick; nephews: Jason, Damon, and Chris Price, Alex White, and Benny King; nieces: Margaret King, Brenda Walker, Alexis and Kailae King; several close cousins, friends, and fur babies.
At Angela’s request, there will be no service at this time.
Memories of Angela may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.