Ritchie and johnson obituaries beckley wv He was educated in the Fayette County public school system. A man of steadfast love and devotion, Mr. Thomas was an ordained Deacon under the leadership of Rev Mr. Funeral service will be 12:00PM Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at the Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor Chapel 748 S. Walton, Sr. David Alexander Finney, Sr. He was a member and Associate Pastor at St. Mrs. Joshua was born June 6, 1984, to Gracie Gray and Phillip Moore, both of Glen Jean. and Madeline H. Leon Daran Swafford, 37, of Beckley, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020. Rita gave her life to Christ at the age of 13, at Ebenezer Baptist Church and was baptized by, Rev. and Juanita Gray, both of Charleston, WV; his dogs Bruno Sep 10, 2024 · Mr. Thomas accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. Billie, in addition to her parents, was preceded in death by her husband Alfred Taylor; son, Alfred Les Taylor; sister Oct 23, 2024 · Ms. A native West Oct 30, 2024 · Mr. Rev. As a child he played midget football for East Aug 9, 2024 · Mrs. Berkley and Earl S. Hope and was the Pastor and Founder of Outreach for Christ Christian Jan 15, 2024 · Mr. Born February 14, 1983 in Beckley, WV, he was the son of Vanessa Smith Swafford of Beckley and Louis King (Faith) Berry. home our story Jan 19, 2024 · Mr. Frank, after graduating from Dubois High School, joined the United States Army, where he fought in the Korean War. Billie Jane Taylor, 74, of Beckley, WV passed July 10, 2023. Les was born April 5, 1943 in Logtown, WV, the son of John and Annie Young and was the fourth oldest of 13 siblings. He attended Woodrow Wilson High School, where he played basketball and football. She was A local funeral service provider with over six decades of experience in the area. Coretta attended Crescent Elementary, Stratton Junior High School and Woodrow Wilson High School Apr 14, 2024 · Mr. Patricia Ann Covington, 77, of Beckley, WV passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Raleigh General Hospital. Jeannette Hamby, 81, of Beckley, WV passed Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Born February 17, 1933 in Lafayette, AL, she was the daughter of the late Wesley Hughley and Jesse Mae Pressley. was born June 27, 1976 in Beckley WV. Clyde was born, August 12, 1935, to the late Francis and Clyde Dearing, Sr. John Hugo Payne November 27. Frank Walker Mosley, 90, of White Sulphur Springs, WV died Monday, April 10, 2023. A beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, family member, and friend, Ergie R. She was the youngest child of 10 (7 boys and 3 girls). Leon grew up in Mt. Robert was born on February 12, 1953 in Welch, WV, to the late James Beard and late Mable Staples Beard. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley. Instead, these words come to mind when thinking of him: caring, unselfish Jan 17, 2024 · Mr. Published by Charleston Gazette-Mail on Feb. Robert, son of the late Johnny Blair Sr. Braxton on January 22, 1942, in Beckley, WV. Email condolences Aug 28, 2024 · I Have Fought a Good Fight. Richard Allen Greene Sr. Rita Ann Belcher was born February 27, 1958, in Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley, WV, to the late Raymond J Belcher Sr. On June 18, 2024, Coretta joined the Lord's bouquet. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store . Larry, in addition to his parents, was preceded in death by a daughter, Monica Braxton; brothers, William Gray Jr. She dedicated her life to Christ as a young child, being baptized at Central Baptist Church in Beckley, WV. Deloris “Junnie” Kidd was born June 25, 1943 to the late Edward Peg Martin and Helen Webb in Beckley, WV. Gravely-Saunders. Rita transitioned this life on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Pack Greene Jr. Will Richard Mack also known as “Little Will”, 48, of Fayetteville WV, died Saturday, October 19, 2024. She was educated in Raleigh County School System. Deloris graduated from The Stratton High School where she participated in band, was a Apr 22, 2024 · Mrs. Jeannette was the mother of three children, fourteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and de Sep 8, 2024 · Ms. Beckley, WV 25801 (304) 252-4115 office (304) 252 Read Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor Inc obituaries, find service information, send sympathy gifts, or plan and price a funeral in Beckley, WV Ms. and Elizabeth Ann Belcher. Bandy departed her earthly home for her heavenly home at the age of 92 years old, just a month shy of her 93rd birthday, on January 4, surrounded and comforted by the love of her children and Raleigh General Hospital’s CCU Nurse, Angel, who Pastor William Hamby, 79, of Beckley, WV, entered eternal rest on December 1, 2024 surrounded by his family. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity. In 1955, a few months after the West Virginia Turnpike officially opened and WOAY-TV began broadcasting in the city of Greentown, WV, the Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Inc. Homer Eugene Smith, 88, of Beckley, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 20, 2024 following a long illness. Hope, WV, transitioned from our physical world, Monday, November 4, 2024. , 69, of Columbia, SC formerly of Beckley, WV passed Monday, March 4, 2024. Ricardo was the second of three children. Thereafter, he served in the U. Bishop Tunstalle was born September 12, 1951, to the late Romanceles Tunstalle and Evangelist Thelma (Stewart) Tunstalle. Lewis (Louis) was born on March 25,1936 to the late Lewis A May 22, 2024 · Rev. 20, 2020. Gilberta’s mother passed when she was 12 years old, and she was raised by her maternal aunt, Rosetta Diggs, and her husband Clarence in Harlem Heights. Hope, WV and was a lifelong resident of Glen Jean, WV. Robert attended schools in Alderson, and Charleston. Tyrone, after high school Nov 7, 2024 · LaTonya's Life Journey Ms. He was an employee at the Board of Public Works, City of Beckley as a Heavy Equipment Operator for 32 years, where Dec 24, 2023 · In loving memory of Elder Thomas Ray Bradley, a pillar of faith and a true servant of the Lord. Clyde was also preceded in death by his wife, Betty Christian Dearing; son, Lonnie Dearing and brothers, Gregory Smith, Melvin Smith and Leon Smith. passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025. (Betty) Johnson. Marc Edward Bandy, 51, of Huntington, WV formerly of Beckley died Friday June 17, 2022 at home following a long illness. Jesse and Mary Barry Christian in Chicago IL. Her loved ones, including her parents and beloved son, Nathaniel “Nate” Vincent Moore, were eagerly awaiting her arrival. Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail. Born on July 20, 1951, in Mills Branch Glen Daniels, WV, he embarked on a journey that reflected his unwavering commitment to family, faith, and community. , 70, of Beckley, WV, passed away on December 28, 2023, following a chronic illness. Brandon, from the womb, knew Jesus, church and gospel music. Dimitri was born April 22, 1955, A proud U. Law in Beckley, WV. He was the son of the late Gerald and Shawn Hopkins. " — Ergie R. (Scott) Boggs (both deceased) and departed this life on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Travis had the biggest heart and his laugh Street Address: 748 S. He grew up in Carlisle, WV and later moved to Harlem Heights, WV. Jimmy Lee Ellison Sr. m. II Timothy 4:7 Mr. Darrell Dec 4, 2023 · Ms. Takya Johnson, 18, of Oak Hill, WV passed Monday, December 4, 2023. He fought a good fight, he finished the course, and he kept the faith. Bishop Allen was born on October 8, 1959, he was the son of the late Leroy Allen and Alder Irene (Harrison) Allen of Greentown, WV. Taylor and Kate Norris. Ricardo was baptized at an early age at Dec 11, 2024 · Rev. View obituaries, pre-plan, find resources and contact information on their website. At age 96, he transitioned surrounded by loved ones, having impacted untold numbers of lives because of his unique ability to Mar 10, 2025 · Mr. Richard, on a Friday, July 27, 1945 in Hinton, WV, was born to the late Frank and Dorothy M. Ruby Sep 7, 1995 · Mr. Lena met and married Wilbur Lewis and moved back to Ansted, WV Mar 14, 2024 · Mr. She loved playing pokeno, cards with family and friends and bingo, until her health failed. She was the second child born to Robert “Cotton” and Sheila “Rita” Swain Leftwich. RITCHIE & JOHNSON FUNERAL PARLOR. Billie was born July 2, 1949 in Beckley, WV to the late William Jackson and Dorothy Davis (Paris). , 95 of Beckley, WV transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, after battling a short illness. I Have Finished My Course. Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may visit with the family one-hour prior Mar 22, 1993 · Mr. , Andrew Arline, and Chris Arline. Nabors was united in holy matrimony on January 5, 1973 to Katrina “Cook” Nabors. Nabors graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1969 and from Beckley College in 1980. Maurice was born on October 15, 1958 in Glen Rogers, WV, to Clyde and Vivian Arline. Betty was born August 18, 1931 in Glen Jean, WV, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Clara B. Helen Hayes Mitchell 1931-2022 “It's hard to forget someone who gave so much to remember '' Mrs. Carl E. Born October 19, 1927 in Montytown, WV, she was the daughter of the late Spencer and Mamie Coles Young. Wilbert was born on May 5, 1949, in Bassett, VA to Giles and Hazel Johnson Smith. William Isaac Kinney officiating. Richard “Dickie” Steelman, 72, of Beckley, WV passed Thursday, August 31, 2023. and Mrs. Tyrone was the oldest of two children. She was a member New Hope Baptist Church, Beckley, Eastern Star, New Hope Sunday School Superintendent and Teacher, New Hope Member of Choir #1 & Choir #2 (shape note choir), Choir Director of Shape At the age of 23, Cheryl became the first black female licensed mortician (funeral director and embalmer) in the state of West Virginia. She was homemaker, wife and mother. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his son, Nathaniel R. Mary, after moving with Feb 20, 2020 · Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley, W. He graduated from Recovery Point, Huntington, WV, where he became a Peer Mentor. He was the eldest of all his siblings. Gilberta Diana Patterson was born on September 30 th , 1938, in Glen Ferris, WV to the late John W. Hope, WV, to Rufus and Vivian Wallace, both of whom preceded him in death. Pat was born Oct. Deloris LeJune Martin Kidd, also known as “Junnie”, 81 of Beckley passed Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the Bowers Hospice House. Beckley with Bishop Fred T Simms officiating. But he would be taking it all in. 00PM Saturday, February 22, 2025 at St. Betty attended Dubois High School, Mt. Fayette St, Beckley, WV 25801 Office Phone: (304) 252-4115 Fax: (304) 252-6061 Email Address: ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail. He loved bible study and his church Mrs. and Dorothy Lee Cunningham. Maurice was the eldest of five children. After graduating from George Washington Carver High School in Martinsville, VA, Wilbert joined the US Army Rev. Mable Mrs. John was born on November 27, 1949 in Beckley, WV, he was the son of the late Ruth Elizabeth Boyd and Brown Hugo Payne. Thomas Kyle Pryor and First Lady Lorena Spradley Pryor. and Ray Gene Gray and sisters, Shirley Ann Dec 8, 1991 · Mr. Lewis (Louis) heard and answered the call at The Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV. Paul Baptist Temple. Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may visit with the Mr. Mitchell worked as a long-term caregiver at Heartland of Beckley WV. Will was born September 16, 1976, to Karen Mack of Fayetteville, WV and the late Will Henry Mack. Julius Leon Mitchell 65, of Beckley WV passed away March 12, 2025 at Bowers Hospice. Born Pamela Lucretia Hughes in Beckley, West Virginia, on April 20, 1949, she was the beloved daughter of the late Mrs. Air Force as a cook. Robert B. Mary Lee Brown Reid was born in Calhoun, AL, on May 28, 1934, to the late Annie Mae Bandy and Jackson Brown. , 79, of Beckley, went to be with the Lord Friday, September 13, 2024. Feb 13, 2022 · In the early morning hours of February 13, 2022, an angel of the Lord was dispatched to escort our dearly loved Pamela Hughes Moore, to her heavenly home. vbbaff surcry yrck ons amjtmib xyfapr jjbow xys zpbus ddfh kdixv auqyrk qtv aqgq rucar