Cadet Obituaries

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Paul Andrew Kuhne

1950
 

Mrs Romona Kuhne, widow of Paul, has informed the Association of her husband's passing on November 23, 2016 in Weeki Wachee, FL.

No obituary or details available

William Asa White

1941
 

Willam Asa White, 94, lifelong resident of Madison, died on November 18, 2016, after an extended illness at home. Born June 28, 1922. Always lived in Madison, West Virginia. Always saying "Madison is a good place to live and raise a family" Bill was a quiet, gentle, kind and honest man who dearly loved his four children; ten grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
He had several jobs before working at Boone National Bank with his father, E.E. White. He worked for 30 years at the Boone National Bank which went through many bank name changes. He was Senior Vice President in charge of operations upon retirement. Bill scored the winning shot in the State Regional basketball game at Gassaway against East Bank in 1940. Bill attended Greenbrier Military in Lewisburg, after high school before graduating from West Virginia Institute of Technology. He graduated from Scott High School in 1940. He played basketball and baseball (2nd base) for Scott High School and West Virginia Institute of Technology. He served in the U.S. Navy as a Lieutenant on the USS Driller stationed in Argentia, Newfoundland. Returning from World War II, he returned to WVIT and earned a B.S. Degree in mathematics.
Bill's greatest pleasures in life was fishing, teaching the grandchildren to wade Little Coal River, how to bait a hook and enjoy the water. Loved to play tennis. He never said an unkind word about anyone. He was generous, but frugal. Very often he remarked, "We are really blessed to have such a wonderful family." He loved to read and calculate! Keeping the checkbook up to the minute correct! Loved a big bowl of ice cream and Snickers at midnight! He ate well, but never gained a pound.
Bill leaves behind, wife, Lois of 66 years; four children, William A. White Jr. (Cheryl), David Carver White (Wanda), Nancy Anne Gore (Jim), and Marjorie White Drinkard (Bill); ten grandchildren, Brian White, Laura White, Ryan White (Sara), Daniel White (Nikki), Kelly Hardy (Jason), Amanda Theetge (Shawn), Lyndsay Paugh (JC), Jarron Gore (Kristina), Martha Artley (Kenny), and Dylan Drinkard; ten great-grandchildren, Ethan White, Avery Theetge, Ellie Theetge, Dorothy Artley, Todd Artley, Lilly White, James Paugh, Asa Paugh, Macy White, Hank White. His children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the love of his life. Bill will be missed by a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.
Preceded in death by his parents, Everett Edison White and Lula Burdette White; brother, Everett E. White, Jr.; and sisters, Helen White Lacy and Audrey McCallister Byus.
He dearly loved and was a dedicated member and one of the oldest of the Madison United Methodist Church and was a life member of the Daniel Boone Post 5578 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Madison, WV. For years he helped collect many dollars and delivered many fruit baskets for the needy until he was no longer able to participate.
Service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, November 21, at Handley Funeral Home in Danville with the Rev. Rick Swearengin officiating. Burial will follow at Boone Memorial Cemetery at family plot with VFW Military rites. Friends may visit at 1 p.m. (one hour before the service begins). In lieu of flowers, please support Daniel Boone VFW Post 5578 or the Madison United Methodist Church Faith Food and Family fellowship program.

John Summers Depue

1954
 

John Summers (Jack) Depue
BRIDGEPORT — John Summers (Jack) Depue, 81, passed away at home on Monday, October 24, 2016.
Jack was born June 19, 1935, in Sewickley, PA, to the late Camden and Pauline Depue.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen (Kramer) Depue, whom he married December 26, 1959, and three children, June Wedd of Columbus, OH, Jackie (Bill) Jennings of Richmond, KY, and John Depue of Bridgeport.
Surviving grandchildren are Jason Nolan of Asheville, NC, Lauren (Rick) Puckett of Stanford, KY, Cody (Allison) Wedd of Columbus, OH, Lonnie Wedd of Erie, PA, Sarah (Brad) Nally of Lexington, KY, Robert Jennings and Nathan Jennings of Richmond, KY.

Jack is also survived by brother-in-laws, Fred (Rita) Kramer of Sugarland, TX, and Bud (Conchita) of Hagerstown, MD; nieces, Mary Kay (Jim) Flagg, Jenny (Serhat) Midyat and Judy (Al) Sefir, all of Houston, TX, Becky Hall of Martinsburg, WV, and Brenda Manspeaker of Hagerstown, MD; nephews, Robert (Kelli) Kramer and Mathew (Kelly) Kramer of Martinsburg, WV, and Charlie (Loretta) Joy of Rockport, WV; many grandnieces and nephews complete his family.

In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his twin sister, Joan (Jill) Scott.
Jack graduated from Greenbrier Military Academy in Lewisburg, WV and attended West Virginia University. He received an honorary Bachelor of Arts from Alderson-Broaddus College, University of Hard Knocks. Jack served our country with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

During his professional career he built interstate roads and bridges, golf courses, and moved many West Virginia mountains to create flat land for development. Jack was an active Rotarian, Greenbrier Alumni Association and honorary Fork Union Alumni member.

The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jack’s memory to the Greenbrier Scholarship, c/o Fork Union Military Academy, PO Box 278, Fork Union, VA 23055, or to the charity of one’s choice.

Please join the family for a celebration of Jack’s life, food and fellowship Thursday, October 27, 2016, from 2-4 and 5-8 p.m. at the Ford Funeral Home, 215 East Main Street, Bridgeport, WV.
Condolences may be extended to the family at www.fordfuneralhomes.com.

The Depue family has entrusted the care and arrangements to the Ford Funeral Home, 215 East Main Street, Bridgeport, WV.

Richard Howard Staten Jr.

1963
 

Richard Staten, Jr. On October 20, 2016, the heart that Richard Howard Staten, Jr., shared so selflessly with us all just gave out.
For the next chapter of his life, Richard had planned on retiring and moving to the North Carolina coast to enjoy the rest of his life with his beloved fiancée, Lynda Jennings. He is survived by Lynda of Covington, Va.; her children, Sylvia Moats (Daniel), Scott Jennings (Robin), Michael Jennings (Amy), Marla Tombs (Jason); sister, Stuart Ann Hanna of White Sulphur Springs; brother, Michael Staten (Barbara), Mobile, Ala.; sister-in-law, Ann Staten of Roanoke, Va.; niece, Keli Staten of Edmonds, Wash.; nephews, Phillip Staten of Chesterfield, Va., Ralph Hanna III (Emily) of Aiken, S.C., Chris Hanna (Nancy) of White Sulphur Springs, Matthew Hanna of White Sulphur Springs, Paul Hanna (Aimee) of Lewisburg, Andrew Hanna ( DeAnna) of Morgantown, Justin Hanna (Marie) of Roanoke, Va., and Quinn Hanna (Lauren) of Rockville, Md.
Born and raised in Lewisburg, the son of Carol and Richard Staten, Dick was a lifelong resident of Greenbrier County. As an avid outdoor enthusiast, he spent his childhood summers at Camp Shaw-Mi-Del-Eca in Caldwell and later worked there as a camp counselor. An accomplished equestrian, he spent many years giving instruction to children in the equestrian arts. Dick also enjoyed bridge, tennis, his extensive lily collection, and traveling.
After Greenbrier Military School, Dick attended Concord College and received his M.B.A. from Marshall University in Huntington. He served in the Air Force during the conflict in Vietnam. He was an owner and manager of the Buzz-In store in White Sulphur Springs. He was an instructor at both the federal prison in Alderson and Greenbrier Community College, now New River. For many years, he was a franchise owner and accountant of H & R Block in White Sulphur Springs.
He not only took pride in his business, but he truly relished the friendships he made during his ventures.Dick belonged to the West Virginia Public Accountants Association and the National Association of Enrolled Agents, where he was a Master Tax Advisor of H & R Block. He was a past president of the White Sulphur Springs Rotary and was a Paul Harris Fellow.Dick was a devoted uncle to all of his nephews, his niece, and his great-nephews and great-nieces. He was a natural teacher and spent many hours teaching them of life's valuable lessons. A talented golfer and skilled hunter, he passed those lessons on as well. He will be sorely missed by all of them.Lynda's children and grandchildren were like his own. He could not have loved them more. He enjoyed taking the grandchildren fishing, teaching them to swim, and including them on vacations.
Dick was preceded in death by this parents, Carol and Richard Staten and a brother, Stanley.Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, November 12, at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in White Sulphur Springs. A reception will follow in Butler Hall. In honor his love of animals, in lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Dick's memory to the Greenbrier County Humane Society at 151 Holliday Lane, Lewisburg, WV 24901, or the Alleghany County, VA Humane Society at 9313 Rich Patch Road, Covington, VA 24426.
Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg is in charge of the arrangements. Please send online condolences by visiting www.WallaceandWallaceFH.com. -

Emerson H. Pepper

1945
 

Emerson H. Pepper, age 89, of Selbyville died Thursday, October 20, 2016 at Bayhealth Medical Center/ Milford Memorial in Milford. He was born in Selbyville and was the son of the late Homer and Emily Marie (Pusey) Pepper.

Emerson graduated from Greenbriar Military School in West Virginia. He had been a general manager at the former H & H Poultry in Selbyville. He later sold Real Estate and was a member of the Realtor Association. He was a member of Salem United Methodist Church in Selbyville and a former member of the Rotary Club.

He is survived by a daughter, Emily M. Morris and husband Steve of Selbyville; three sisters, Elizabeth McCabe of Bishopville, Mary Lou Johnson of Selbyville and Jeanne Moore of Newark; two grandchildren, Matthew J. Thomas and Chloe M. Morris.

He was preceded in death by his son, Emerson H. Pepper Jr., his wife, Mary McCabe Pepper in 2000 and a brother, Hance J. Pepper.

A graveside service will be held at 11am on Saturday, November 5 at Redmen's Cemetery in Selbyville. Following the graveside service, friends are invited to Roxana Fire Hall for a Celebration of Life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Delaware Veterans Home, 100 Delaware Veterans Blvd, Milford, DE 19963.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.
Published in The Daily Times on Oct. 26, 2016

Charles Edward Stokes, Jr.

1956
 

COLONEL (Retired) CHARLIE STOKES, U.S. ARMY

Colonel CHARLES EDWARD STOKES JR , 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Holden Beach, North Carolina, at about 09:25 AM, October 16, 2016. Charlie was born in tiny Buffalo, Putnam County, West Virginia, on the Kanawha River. His parents were Charles Edward Stokes Sr., a local grocery store owner, and Celestine Werner Stokes.

Charlie attended local schools until going to Greenbrier Military School (GMS) where he became known as “SAM”. He was knocked out (brain concussion) in a football game and woke up with temporary amnesia. He didn’t know where he was or who he was, so they started calling him “Sam” and it stuck. Sam did well in the three years he was at GMS. He was a wrestling champion from Band Company. Sam worked his way up to become one of the 16 Cadet Officers in the school and Executive Officer of the Band Company in his Senior Year. Sam graduated from GMS in 1956. He returned for a year of Post Graduate work in 1957 and commanded the Band Company with the rank of Cadet Captain.

Charlie went to West Virginia State College (University now), at Institute, WV, where he graduated with a BA Degree in Mathematics (Minors in English Literature and ROTC) and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army through the Reserve Officer Training Program (ROTC). Little did anyone know then that Colonel Charles E. Stokes Jr. would be one of West Virginia State University’s most distinguished graduates and would inducted him into their Hall of Fame in 1984. Colonel Stokes was even invited to present the Awards Day address, which he did.

Charlie’s education continued while in the Army. He got into the Intelligence Corps and kept improving his education. He went to numerous service schools (Ranger, Airborne, Jungle Warfare, Master Parachutist, and more). Actually they are too numerous to mention them all, but important ones included the Army Command & General Staff College, Senior Service College, The Foreign Service Institute, and he earned his double major Masters Degree from Louisiana State University in Political Science & History. He would later use his education and experience to actually teach others at several Universities and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY.

Charlie became an Intelligence Officer in the Army and was on the way to becoming a true American Hero. He started by working in the area of the most dangerous time in the history of the world, the Cuban Missile Crisis, which took place in late 1962.

Charlie continued to advance in rank and responsibility. Charlie’s Army career after the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, included hunting Che Guevara in South America, Caribbean Ops including the Dominican Republic/Haiti Conflict, Special Ops in Viet Nam where he was injured in combat, Central America and the conflict between Honduras and El Salvador, and later the Korean DMZ.

After combat assignments, Major Charlie was called to teach at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY. He was Principal for Latin American studies because of his double major Masters in Political Science and History, plus he spoke fluent Spanish. After West Point, Charlie was an Adjunct Professor in the History Department at his Alma Mater, West Virginia State University, Institute, WV.

Charlie was promoted to full Colonel (Officer Paygrade O-6) in mid-1983. He served as Defense Attache in the Guatemalan Embassy. In mid-1983, Charlie was assigned to be Deputy Commander, Special Warfare Center & School, Ft. Bragg, NC. His job was to oversee the curricula for all Army Special Operations Forces with emphasis on using Special Ops in the global war against terrorism.

Charlie earned many medals and awards, too numerous to mention. Foremost among then were the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. Next is the Bronze Star with “V” device for valor and bravery in combat. Charlie has also earned the Purple Heart for being wounded in combat. In 1984, Charlie was inducted into the Hall of Fame at West Virginia State University, and was inducted into the Greenbrier Military School Alumni Association Hall of Fame. His long and distinguished military career ended in early 1987 after a total of 32 years in the U.S. Army (including his three years of ROTC at Greenbrier Military School.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Rosnani (Rose) Stokes, his son, Danny Stokes of Tacoma, WA, daughter, Camela Noonan of Fayetteville, NC, and sister, Ruth Ann Riffee of Jacksonville, FL, and six Grandchildren.

Memorials may be directed to the Salvation Army: 820 N 2nd Street Wilmington, NC 28401. Private online condolences may be sent to the family at http://www.brunswickfuneralservice.com Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte, NC.

Allen Edward Kivett

1956
 

Allen Edward Kivett, 84, passed way Sunday September 25, 2016 at Camden Place Health and Rehabilitation, after a gallant fight with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
A funeral service was held om Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at West Market Street United Methodist Church, Greensboro. Interment followed at Westminster Gardens Cemetery in Greensboro.
Allen was born December 7, 1931 in Randolph County, NC to the late Sulon Benson and Alice Hughes Kivett. He was a graduate of Asheboro high School attended National Red Cross Aquatic School, greenbrier Military School and received his BA Degree in Business Administration from Greensboro College. Allen proudly served his country during the Korean War. While in the Army, he had the responsibility of overseeing the fuel distribution from the terminal at Busan.
Allen worked for Greensboro College as Director of Admission for 14 years. Also, he was Honorary Vice President of the Alumni Board, former treasurer of the Alumni Association and was instrumental in the establishment of endowed scholarships for student athletes. In 1974, he received the Distinguished Alumni Award at Greensboro College. Allen also worked for Pilot Life Insurance Company, Manpower development and sales and Jefferson Pilot Life Insurance Company now Lincoln Financial Group, as an estate planner.
He was a member of West Market Street United Methodist Church where he was a Sunday School Teacher and usher. Allen was also on the board pf directors, Methodist Camp Guilrock. He was President of the Kiwanis Club of Greensboro from 1997 to 1998, and the Lt. Governor District8, Kiwanis International, Carolina District from 2003 to 2004. Over 40 years ago, Allen founded and was chairman of College Night for Guilford County Schools, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club.
Allen was a life member of the National Eagle Scout Association, Chairman of the Eagle Project Review Board, Old North State Council and committee member of “Friends of Scouting”. Allen was awarded the Silver Beaver Award of the Old North State Council of Boy Scouts, which is the highest award for service to scouting. Some organizations he volunteered for were the American Red Cross as water safety instructor, and Mobile Meals in Greensboro.

In additions to his parents. Kivett was preceded in death by his son, Allen Wyke Kivett and his brother Meredith H. Kivett. He is survived by his wife, of 59 years, Dr. Vira Rodgers Kivett; daughter, Martitia “Marty” Kivett Richardson and husband, Keith, and his brother, Odell Kivett and wife Patty. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews

Joseph Edward Zimmerman

1951
 

Phyllis Zimmerman has notified the Association of Joe's Death.

William Thomas Jones

1958
 

William Thomas Jones ‘58
Tom Jones of Charleston and Elkview, WV, passed away on September 7, 2016, due to dementia/Alzheimer's, brought on by reactions to surgical anesthesia. He was born on September 13, 1940, to Dempsey D. (deceased) Jones and Virginia Jarrett Jones. He was married for 51 years to Patricia Hunt Jones, the love of his life.
Tom was a successful businessman having owned Mountain Trucking and later on Quick Delivery Service. He was a Fleet Admiral in The Great Kanawha Navy, having been a member for many years. Tom attended Elkview High School, graduated in the Class of 1958 at the Greenbrier Military Academy, Annapolis Naval Academy, and Morris Harvey College (University of Charleston).
Besides Pat, Tom's other great love was his sternwheeler boat, the Miss Sterling. His greatest joy was showing people the Miss Sterling, which he lovingly rebuilt and restored with family and friends. Tom enjoyed entertaining, NASCAR, fishing, boating, and fast vehicles of all kinds. A devoted family man, he was kind, generous, and compassionate, tirelessly helping many people and organizations, without seeking recognition.
Besides his wife, Pat; and mother, Virginia, Tom is survived by his son, Bill (Melissa); grandson, Jared; granddaughters, Kaylee and Kylie; great-grandsons, Chance and Dalton; uncle, John Jarrett (Carol); sisters-in-law, Eileen Comstock, JoAnn Hunt, and Linda Hunt. He is also survived by his nephews and nieces, Bill Comstock (Debbie Zegeer), Pam Thompson (Eddie), Michael Hunt (Susan), Lisa Hunt, Dave Comstock, David Comstock IV, Emmett Comstock, Jordan Hunt, and Alyssa Hunt. He was pre-deceased by his brothers-in-law, Keith Hunt and Dwight Hunt.
The family would like to thank the staff at Braley Care Homes in Hurricane for their kind and gentle care.
Service will be held 2 p.m., Tuesday, September 13, at Hafer Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Clint Chiles officiating. Burial will follow in Elk Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in Tom's name to the Ronald McDonald House, 302 30th St. SE, Charleston, WV 25304.Online condolences can be made at www.haferfuneralhome.net. Hafer Funeral Home, 50 N Pinch Road is assisting the Jones family.

James Oliver Snodgrass

1959
 

GMSAA notified of James' death, August 28, 2016 in Steubenville, OH ; no details available at this time

Tay Rawl Spicer Petrie

 

After a long hospital stay with a variety problems, Tay died. No details are known at this time. She was the oldest daughter of Col and Mrs. W.A. Rawl, both deceased, of Lewisburg.

An obituary will be posted when available.

Raymond Otis Kryzak

1955
 

Raymond O. Kryzak ‘55

Raymond Otis Kryzak, 81, of Elkview, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016 at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.

Ray attended Greenbrier Military School as a Post Graduate with the Class of 1955He retired from doing heating and cooling work and was an Army veteran.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell and Effie Hughes Kryzak, and daughter, Sandra Kryzak. Raymond is survived by his wife, Shirley; son, Kenneth (Ponda) Kryzak; daughter, Kimberlan Sue (David) DeFrehn; brother, Daniel (Phyllis) Kryzak; and four grandchildren, Melissa, Samantha, Raymond and Valery.

A private graveside service will be held at Elk Hills Memorial Park, Big Chimney. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, at Hafer Funeral Home, Myers Chapel, 100 Verna Drive, Elkview.

Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net.Arrangements are in the care of Hafer Funeral Home, Myers Chapel, 100 Verna Drive, Elkview. –

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James Elloitt Gourley Jr.

1954
 

James "Jim" Elliott Gourley Jr. passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Memorial service: 2 p.m., Saturday, August 27, at the First Presbyterian Church, 303 W. Bridge Street, Granbury. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Jim's honor be made to The Chileda School, 1825 Victory Street, La Crosse, WI 54601.

Jim was born Sept. 9, 1935. He graduated from Greenbrier Military School in Lewisburg, WV in 1954. He married Margaret "Allene" Murphey on May 8, 1958. Allene passed away in 2011. He married Mary Genevieve Swinney Howard on Dec. 12, 2012. They lived in Pecan Plantation in Granbury. Survivors: His "Sweetie," Mary Gourley of Granbury; sister, Betty Ludwig of Harrisburg, Pa.; sons, Douglas (Marcia) of La Crosse, Wis.; Ronald (Alicia) of Southlake and children, Sarah (Paul Idziak, and children Piper and Roman), Logan and Raquel; Kenneth of Madison, Wis. and his children, Rylee (Ross Schuchardt, and children Easton and Otto) and Breckken; and by his daughter, Wendy Gourley Sullivan (Douglas) of LaCrosse, Wis., and their children, Bailey, Keegan, Griffin and Ella; and many family members and friends.

"A man of God, a man of his word, and a man that will always be loved and missed by his family and friends."

Published in Star-Telegram on Aug. 24, 2016

Lynn Edward Haynes

1962
 

Nita, Lynn's former wife, has informed the Association of his death on July 16, 2016 in Richmond, VA. No further details are available at this time.

Frederick N. Cooke

1944
 

Frederick N. Cooke, 86, of Nitro, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2016 at CAMC Memorial Hospital.

Freddie was born on August 27, 1929 in Hinton to Fred and Lillian D. Cooke, he grew up in Nitro and began working for his father at the Fred Cooke Funeral Home when he was 16. He was a graduate of Nitro High School, attended WV Wesleyan College, and graduated from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science after which he became a licensed funeral director and embalmer and continued to work in the family business. He was a past president of the WV Funeral Directors Association and was active in the Nitro Civitan Club. He was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.

Freddie was preceded in death by his wife Wilma, parents Fred and Lillian, and his brother Brent.

He is survived by his daughter Dorothea of Denver, CO, brother Roger A. Cooke of Nitro, sister Cheryle Painter of Miami, FL and other relatives and friends.

A service to celebrate Freddie’s life will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, May 13, 2016 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Smith officiating. Burial will be in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the church on Friday.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, PO Box 278, Nitro, WV 25143.

Franklin Garner Hamrick

1952
 

FRANKLIN GARNER HAMRICK ‘52
Retired Navy Captain Franklin Garner Hamrick, a decorated naval aviator, died Monday, May 2, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Mountain Grove, VA, on July 14, 1932, during the hard times of the Great Depression.
As one of nine children, he grew up fast where only the strong survived. During high school, he excelled in sports and was a standout athlete in football and baseball.
He attended Greenbrier Military School as a post graduate student.
After College he joined the Navy and entered the Naval Aviation Cadet (NAVCAD) program, earning his Wings of Gold in 1954. He was initially assigned to Fighter Squadron VF-61, flying the swept winged FJ-3M Fury. A few months later, the squadron was decommissioned, and he was transferred to the world-famous Jolly Rogers of VF-84. He was one of the pilots who landed a swept winged jet on WWII straight-decked aircraft carriers. Following assignments included flight instructor duty on VT-4, tours in two F-8 Crusader squadrons, aerospace safety management school at the University of Southern California, and safety officer for Fleet Air Jacksonville.
Captain Hamrick’s last four Fleet Squadron tours flying the RA5C Vigilante were in RVAH-7, 5, 1, and finally as the commanding officer of RVAH-13. He flew more than 100 combat missions over North Vietnam and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC), tow Single Act Medals, and Strike Flight Air Medals. His final assignment in the Navy were on the staff of NATO Supreme Command in Mons, Belgium, and the Supreme Command Atlantic in Norfolk, VA. He logged over 5,000 flight hours and 500 carrier landings.
Following retirement for the next 13 years, Hamrick became a naval science instructor at the Princess Anne High School, Virginia Beach, VA. His NJROTC students won many awards under his leadership. In October 1991, he got back in the air at the Sabreliner Corporation /Raytheon Corporation, NAS Pensacola, FL, flying the T-39N Sabreliner, training naval flight officers. He retired from Sabreliner Corporation/Raytheon Corporation in March 2003
He was predeceased by his loving wife, Dottie, and son Frankie. He is survived by his daughter, Page Hamrick; sister Virginia Dent; as well as numerous nephews and nieces.
One of the highlights of Frank’s life was writing his memoirs three years before he died. To read “Just Call Me Frank” is to know Frank at a very personal level. He enjoyed getting emails from readers all over the world who told him how much they loved his stories. As the emails continue to pour in, they are being answered by Frank’s loyal friends.
A celebration of Frank’s life wo;; be held at the NAS Pensacola 19th hole on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 from 1600 to 1800 , and a second celebration will be held in Lewisburg, WV
Information submitted by Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg.

James Albert Arbuckle

1965
 

James Albert (Al) Arbuckle, 68, of Max Meadows, Va., went to rest high on the mountain on April 27, 2016.

Al was born in Ronceverte, W.Va., on January 31, 1948, to John B. and Ann S. Arbuckle of Lewisburg. He was a 1965 graduate of Greenbrier Military School and VPI with an Industrial Engineering Degree in 1969. Al was a true mountain man who appreciated all of the beautiful wonders of nature and animals.

Left to cherish Al's memory are his wife, Ejay; and his many dogs and cats; brother, John B. Arbuckle, Jr. and wife, Elizabeth of Lewisburg; son, J. Stuart Arbuckle and wife, Jill of Christiansburg, Va.; daughter, Edith A. Wine of Mt. Lebanon, Pa.; as well as three grandsons; and two granddaughters.

Please join us for a celebration of life 11 a.m. Sat. June 11, at Clifton Presbyterian Church, Maxwelton, W.Va., with Rev. Janice Fraser, family and friends.

Bernard B. Hamrick

1957
 

Bernard B. Hamrick ’57, age 78, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2016 at his residence In Lewisburg, WV.

He was born April 8, 1938, at Marlinton, WV, a son of Charles Page and Nellie Florence Chestnut Hamrick.
Mr. Hamrick attended Greenbrier Military School in Lewisburg prior to earning a B.S. from Concord College and his masters from Florida Atlantic University. Bernie wars a retired teacher and coached basketball and golf at Miramar High in Hollywood, FL. The gymnasium at Miramar High was named in his honor.

He was of the Presbyterian faith, was a member pf the Lewisburg Elks Club, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters Jerry Shanklin, Catherine Spurlock, and Marilyn Bennett; and brothers Page Hamrick Jr., and Virle Hamrick.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Betty Gale Russell Hamrick; daughter Lynn Gayle Vanderstyne (Richard); a grandson, Daniel B. Smadling; sister, Virginia Dent; a brother, Frank Hamrick; and many nieces and nephews that he was very close to and made them call him Uncle Bernie.

Services will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg with the Re. Cameron Harkness officiating. Interment will follow at Rosewood Cemetery.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.

John Lovell Middleton

1950
 

John Lovell Middleton, 84, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., died Thurs. April 7, 2016, after several weeks of hospitalization following open heart surgery.

Mr. Middleton was the owner and founder of Carolina Material Handling, Inc., a material handling corporation, headquartered in Greensboro, NC. He started the business in 1971 and it continues successfully today under the leadership of his eldest son, John "Mid" Middleton, IV. His son, Cary D. Middleton, manages the warehouse and shipping departments. The company, in its forty-fifth year, employs a sales force that covers North Carolina, Virginia and South Carolina.

Having graduated from Charleston High School, Charleston, where he was All-State in basketball and football, Mr. Middleton attended Greenbrier Military School, Lewisburg, WV and after a year was offered a basketball scholarship to the University of Virginia in 1950. At UVA, he was a member of Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity, Eli Banana Society and ROTC. He played in the first ACC Basketball Tournament in 1954. Forced to take his deferred commission early, he entered the military as an Army Second Lieutenant in 1954 and later completed his graduation degree in Education under the Bootstrap Program, graduating from Kansas State University in 1961.

During his nine years of military service, he became a helicopter pilot and had various tours in the states, Germany, Okinawa, and Thailand eventually entering the Vietnam War with the Utility Tactical Transport Helicopter Company, the first armed helicopter company. Mr. Middleton made the decision to leave the military and return to civilian life in 1962. In Charleston, WV, he joined Jefferds, a material handling company, as Parts and Service Manager and eventually as a salesman. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to Greensboro, N.C. where he began his own company, Carolina Material Handling, Inc., in 1971.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Susan; son, Mid Middleton (Doreen) and four granddaughters; son, Cary; brother, George Middleton (Eva); sister, Josephine Lorant (Connard); sister-in-law, Andy Bennington (Richard); aunt, Charlotte Mullins; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held in Greensboro, N.C. at Community in Christ, Presbyterian on Sunday May 1, 2016, at 2 p.m. followed by a reception hosted by the family at Forest Oaks Country Club. The Middleton family wishes to express their gratitude for the care given by Baptist Medical Center, Life Touch and Northeast Florida Community Hospice. Memorial contributions may be made to the Virginia Athletics Foundation, P.O. Box 400833, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4833 or to a US veteran's organization of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of HARDAGE-GIDDENS FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, FL.
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Andrew B. Robertson

1960
 

Andrew Burkhardt Robertson, 74, of Sidney, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2016, at 4:02 a.m. at Dayton V.A. Medical Center. He was born on May 12, 1941, in Sidney, Ohio, to the late George Newell and Carolyn Leah (Murphey) Robertson. He is survived by many friends.

Mr. Robertson graduated from Sidney High School in 1959 and attended the Greenbrier Military School in Lewisburg, West Virginia, as a post-graduate cadet in 1959 and 1960. He studied accounting at Miami-Jacobs College before enlisting in the United States Air Force. He was honorably discharged on Oct. 15, 1967, after four years of service. He retired from the Amos Memorial Public Library.

Andrew was a lifelong member of St. John's Lutheran Church where he taught an adult Sunday School class for many years and played in the handbell choir. He was an avid collector with many interests and had a passion for classical music, history and cinema.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 120 W. Water St., Sidney, with Rev. Jonathan W. Schriber officiating. Interment will be at Graceland Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Cromes Funeral Home, 302 S. Main Ave., Sidney.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church Memorial Fund. Condolences may be expressed at the funeral home's website, www.cromesfh.com

John Dennis Bruffy

1959
 

John Dennis Bruffy, 71, residing in Denver, Colo., passed away Feb. 28, 2016, at home after a short illness. Born Aug. 6, 1944, in Charleston, WV to John Dennis Bruffy Sr. and Margaret Sue (Keene) Bruffy, he is survived by his wife, Judith, son, Robert and wife, Cheri; sister, Virginia Olsen; as well as nieces and nephews

John attended Greenbrier Military School and Winfield H.S., graduating in 1962 before joining the Air Force and serving in Vietnam. John's two main earthly passions were piloting small planes and building and repairing organs, having built his own, complete pipe organ in the 1970's. John Bruffy was a caring and loving husband, father and friend. He will be greatly missed.

William Campbell Turley, Jr.

1947
 

W.C. Turley ,88, of Petersburg, WV died Friday, February 26, 2016. He was preceded in death by his ex-wife, Jo Ann and daughter, Teresa Hofer.
He is survived by his son, William Turley III and his wife Margaret of Forest, VA.

William attended Greenbrier Military School for his freshman year of college.

W.C. served in the Navy aboard the USS Philippine Sea during WW II. He was a long term employee of Island Creek Coal Company where he worked as a mining engineer and superintendent. He love his West Virginia Mountaineers and attended their games for many years.
He will be burier in the family cemetery in Pecks Mill, WV.

James Harvey Coleman

1945
 

James Harvey Coleman died on February 25, 2016.He was born on February 23, 1929, in Pike County, Kentucky.

James graduated high school from Greenbrier Military School in Lewisburg. He served as an officer in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. In 1960, James graduated from West University College of Law before settling in Charleston, he was a member of the West Virginia Bar Association for over 50 years. The majority of his legal work was in private practice in Malden, where he felt fortunate to help others. James was also a lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge in Louisville, Kentucky.

What turned out to be his life's most passionate endeavor was being a friend to Bill W., sharing the message of Alcoholics Anonymous as a faithful member since January 2, 1976. James, known for "plugging into the power" encouraged others to work the 12 steps, which he referred to as a "proven path to perfect peace", and to find the God of your understanding. His persistence in spreading the truth, as he understood the truth, touched and changed many lives, also causing disruption for those struggling with honesty and a need to take a closer look deep within.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert M. Coleman, MD and Ruth Cooper Coleman; brothers, Theodore R. Coleman, MD, Herbert M. Coleman, Jr., Robert I. Coleman and Donald J. Coleman.

He is survived by his wife, Marla M. Coleman; children from a previous marriage, daughters, Bobbi Holland and husband, Joey, and Teri DiTrappano and husband, Danté, of Charleston. One son, James D. Coleman of Sarasota, Florida; and daughter, Becky Alford and husband, Van, of Lexington, Ky.; two step-children, Charlotte M. Clark of Greensboro, N.C. and William Mobley III of Williamston, N.C.; also surviving are 12 grandchildren, Brett, Jeremy, Brianna, Shanna, Zachary, Nicci, Santino, Sofia, Hali, Haddon, Caroline and Ellie; three great-granddaughters, Braylynn, Natalia and Zoey; a future great-grandson; and one surviving brother, Charles A. Coleman and wife, Daisey of Columbus, Ohio.

A memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday February 28, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar with Pastor Joey Endres officiating.

James has donated his body to the Human Gift Registry at West Virginia University in Morgantown with his ashes to be placed at Woodmere Cemetery in Huntington and Greenbrier Military School, Lewisburg. -

Richard File Waid

1947
 

Richard F. Waid '47 died February 25, 2016 in Atlanta, GA. He is survived by his wife Pamela. He attended Greenbrier Military School as a Post Graduate during the school year of 1947.
Richard F. Waid, also known as Dick, served as Managing Director and Vice Chairman of Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated. Mr. Waid was responsible for working with capital markets teams, particularly investment banking and private equity at Robert W. Baird. Prior to joining Robert W. Baird & Co. in 2002, he served as Managing Director in the Investment Banking Division at Robinson-Humphrey, a part of SunTrust in Atlanta. He joined Robinson-Humphrey in 1992 and served as Head of the its National Real Estate, Energy and Industrial Practice Groups within the Investment Banking Division. Prior Robinson-Humphrey, he was with Kidder, Peabody & Co. in New York for more than 20 years, last serving as a Senior Vice President of Corporate Finance. He started his professional career with IBM and helped take a venture capital-financed business public, leading to his career on Wall Street. He serves on the board of the University of Richmond. He also serves as an Investor Advisor of Fairfax Partners. He served as director of a number of public and private corporations, including North Carolina Natural Gas (now part of Progress Energy) since 1981. He served as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Army. Mr. Waid earned a BS in Business Administration from the University of Richmond, attended the Graduate School of Business and Public Management at George Washington University and completed the Advanced Management Program at the Harvard Business School.

Dewey Cosby Ballengee

1956
 

DEWEY COSBY BALLENGEE, 78, of Huntington, W.Va., passed away Monday, February 8, 2016, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 11, 2016, at Steele Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Kevin Lantz and Rev. Ralph Sager officiating. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington.

He was born July 9, 1937, in Charleston, W.Va., a son of the late Dewey C. and Lillian Sparkes Ballengee. He was preceded in death by a brother, Byron Ballengee and three sisters, Ruth Lee, Nina Angle and JoAnn Cobb.

He was retired from Nationwide Insurance, was a veteran of the US Army, and was a member of Steele Memorial United Methodist Church. He attended Greenbrier Military School as a post graduate during the school year of 1956.

He is survived by his wife Sue Hunt Ballengee; one daughter, Nancy Ballengee (Doug Ward) of Culloden, W.Va.; two sons, Greg (Tammy) Ballengee of Barboursville, and Dewey (Leslie) Ballengee of Huntington; seven grandchildren, Tiffany (Jeremy) Moore, Scott Ballengee, Cody Ballengee, Alexis Ballengee Ward, Brooke Ballengee, Brittany Ballengee and Quinnlyn Ballengee; and one great-grandson, Jace Moore.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, 3100 Staunton Road, Huntington, WV 25702.

William David Jones

1968
 

GENEVA — William David Jones, age 66, of Geneva, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, in Hilton Head, SC.

David was born Feb. 4, 1950, in Ruston, La., the son of Bill and Gerry (Stevenson) Jones. He met his future wife, Janey Cooper, in a Shakespeare class at Louisiana Tech University and they were married March 4, 1972, in Bossier City, La.

David attended Greenbrier Military School where he attained the rank of 1st Lieutenant and Platoon Leader. A graduate of Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, La., he was a proud member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He played an active role in the Geneva Community, beginning his career at Geneva Federal Savings and Loan where he served as Treasurer and President. Upon leaving the financial industry, he owned several businesses including Jones’ Country Store and Mary’s Kitchen in Geneva-on-the-Lake and Mary’s Diner in Geneva. For the last several years he has served on the Board of the NEOFund, helping young entrepreneurs begin their career in Ashtabula County. He was a past President of the Rotary Club of Geneva and was honored to be awarded the Rotarian of the Year twice. He was also a member of the Geneva First United Methodist Church. He was a people person and he loved to joke, tease, and share a good laugh. You knew he thought highly of you when he stole just a bit from your plate. Since March of 2015, David was enjoying retirement with his wife and family, especially his three grandsons who brought him great joy. He spent the last month traveling with the love of his life visiting with treasured family and friends.

David is survived by his wife, Janey Cooper Jones; daughters, Alison and Dennis McAllister of Westerville, Ohio and Lauren and Bill Hanna of Castle Pines, Colo.; grandchildren, William Drew and Bryce David Hanna and Brady William McAllister; father-in-law, J.B. Cooper of Fouke, Ark.; brother-in-law, John and Sandy Cooper of West Monroe, La.; as well as loving nieces and nephews who found him very entertaining.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Friends and family will be received from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 12th, at BEHM FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva.

Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 13th, at Geneva First United Methodist Church, 89 S. Broadway, Geneva. The Rev. Bruce Hitchcock will officiate the Service.

Contributions may be made in his name to: UH Geneva Medical Center for the Community Christmas Card Program, 870 W. Main St., Geneva, Ohio 44041 or the Geneva First United Methodist Church, 89 S. Broadway, Geneva, Ohio 44041.

Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral

Frank Thomas Angotti

1967
 

Frank passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2016. Frank was a resident of Nutter Fort, West Virginia. A Complete obituary will be forthcoming. A Gathering of Family and friends will be held at the Amos Carvelli Funeral Home 201 Edison Street Nutter Fort on Sunday from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 126 East Pike Street Clarksburg at 11:00 am Monday February 8 2016.

James Walter Cosby

1959
 

James “Walter” Cosby, 75, of Columbus, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2016. Walter was born in Virginia on June 2, 1940, to the late Sarah and Walter Cosby. He grew up in White Sulphur Springs, WV and graduated from Greenbrier Military School in 1959, Marshall University, 1963 and West Virginia University 1971 with his Master’s Degree. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War with the US Army.

Walter is survived by his wife of 22 years, Pam (Clarke) Cosby; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Norma and Dan Warrell, Kathy and John Johnson, Sandy Clarke, and Gary and Linda Clarke; nieces and nephews, Kelly Clarke Forrester, Wendy and Mohamed Moselhy, Beth and David Leistensnider, Stacy Borchers, Nathan Johnson, Nicole and Jason Para, Lindsey, Eric and Brittany Clarke; great nieces and nephews, Noah and Ava, Noah and Zayn, Annika and Matthew, Addison, Logan and Emery and many many friends.

Walter was an avid reader and Civil War enthusiast and a huge OSU fan due to his marriage to Pam. He loved spending the day playing golf with his best friend, Jim Lewis and he especially loved his conversations with his lifelong friend, Burke Raymond.

Everyone who met Walter, thought he was a true and engaging gentleman. He took a genuine interest in everyone he met and will be dearly missed.

Family and friends will gather on Saturday, February 6, 2016, 2-4 PM at Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123, with a Memorial Service at 4PM.

Earl Carter Martin

1970
 

Mr. Earl Carter Martin, Jr., 64, of Charleston, passed away Friday, Jan. 22, 2016 at his residence. He was born in Charleston on Nov. 7, 1951, a son of the late Earl Carter Martin and Patricia Fawn Twaddle. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Alice Knight Martin. He attended George Washington High School and then graduated from Greenbrier Military School. He was educated at Marshall University and West Virginia State College. Carter spent his working career as a safety manager at Union Carbide after serving in the United States military. He was an avid golfer, hiker and dog lover. Carter enjoyed dancing. He was an enthusiastic supporter of Mountaineer and Thundering Herd sports. He loved spending time with his family and granddaughter.

He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Tara and Peter Markham of Charleston, and his son, John Carter Martin of Asheville, N.C.; his granddaughter, Addison Knight Markham of Charleston; and six sisters, Lynn White, Pam Martin, Jane Rowsey, Beth Altizer and Robin Moore, all of Charleston, and Kelly Mardis of Pennsylvania.

Memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, at Bartlett Burdette Cox Funeral Home, Charleston. The family will receive friends from noon until service time on Saturday.The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, 1248 Greenbrier St., Charleston, WV 25311.

Robert H. Fortune

1959
 

Robert H. Fortune, 74 of Saybrook Township took his last cruise on January 20th onboard the Carnival “Splendor”. He was born September 6, 1941 in Conneaut the son of Robert M. and Helen (Hewitt) Fortune and has been a lifetime area resident.

He graduated in 1959 from Greenbrier Military Academy in West Virginia and received his Bachelor’s degree from Kent State University. He owned Frank Fortune Wholesale Grocery Company; he was also sales manager of the Cleveland division of Super foods. Currently he was the lot boy at West Side Auto in Saybrook.

He was a Saybrook little league coach when his sons were young; a lifetime member of BPOE #208; a past president of the Ashtabula Jaycees; a member of Music Box Society International; a member of the Ashtabula Rod & Gun Club; he was a Notary Public; a substitute teacher; a member of the Saybrook Twp. fire department where he was a firefighter/EMT; he was Vice Commander of the Saybrook Water Rescue team; he was a Master Diver; a coxswain of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary and had his Captains license for the Great Lakes.

Surviving him are his two sons, Rob (Marcia) Fortune of Ashtabula and Rick (Gina) Fortune of Youngstown; three grandchildren, Haley Pritt, Eric B. Fortune, Jr and Joseph Leshnack; several Great grandchildren; four brothers, Ronald L. (Linda) of Ashtabula, William F. (Diana) of New Mexico, Michael E. (Mary) of South Carolina and David S (Julie) of Alabama; several nieces and nephews and his extended family at Martinis. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sharon in 2004 and by a granddaughter, Danielle Marie.

Funeral services will be Monday (Feb. 1st) at 11:00 AM at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 615 W. Prospect Rd. Ashtabula with Rev. Michael Meranda officiating. Burial will be in Saybrook Cemetery.

Calling hours will be Sunday (Jan. 31st) from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the Ashtabula Home of Fleming & Billman Funeral Directors and Crematory, 526 W. Prospect Rd. Ashtabula. Memorial contributions can be made to the Saybrook Water Rescue Team, 5714 North Ridge West, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 or to the Messiah Lutheran Church 615 W. Prospect Rd. Ashtabula, Ohio 44004. Guest book and obituary at fleming-billman.com