1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1966); Page 208; WV Archives Website.
Clell Vanover; age 25; born 2 Apr 1941 at Litwar, WV; single; no previous marriage; living at Iaeger,
WV; son of Hugh and Jettie Mae (Taylor) Vanover; married on 18 Nov 1966 at Litwar, WV; Minnie
Pearl Henderson; age 21; born 3 Mar 1945 at Caretta, WV; single; no previous marriage; living at
Box 425, Iaeger, WV; daughter of Edward Stanley and Kethleen (Holland) Henderson.
2. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Minnie Pearl Henderson Vanover, 76, of Splendor Valley, near Iaeger, WV, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021, at Welch Community Hospital in Welch, WV."Minnie was born March 3, 1945, in War, WV, a daughter of the late Edward and Ruby Kathleen Holland Henderson.
"In addition to her parents Minnie was preceded in death by her husband, Clell (Bo) Vanover; a son, Danny Ray Vanover; two sisters, Tina Marie Henderson and Katherine McKinney; and two brothers Darrell and Wayne Henderson.
"Survivors include a sister, Phyllis (Mac) Coleman of Long Pole; brothers, Ray and Junior Henderson of the home, Frank Henderson of Roderfield and James Henderson of Baisden; a stepson, Eddie Vanover and daughter, Cheyenne of Florida; grandchildren CJ Vanover and wife Amber of North Wilkesboro, NC, Dakota Vanover of Clover, SC and Leslie Blankenship of North Wilkesboro, NC; great grandchildren, Unjah, Kimber, Jackson, Waylon, Brindon, Nevaeh, and June Bug; and a daughter-in-law, Teresa Ogle of Gastonia, NC
"Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, January 2, 2022, at 12 o’clock with Elder Fred Bailey officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the Vanover Cemetery at Orchard Branch near Iaeger, WV.
"Friends may visit with the family Saturday evening, January 1, 2022, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV.
"Covid guidelines to be followed by all attending are the wearing of a face mask and social distancing.
"Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV is assisting the family."
3. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Albie and Drema Jessie; 29 Dec 2021.
" Minnie Pearl Henderson Vanover-Carter
Birth 3 Mar 1945
War, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Death 27 Dec 2021 (aged 76)
Welch, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Burial Vanover Family Cemetery
Litwar, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 235381504"
1. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Charles D. Carter, 71, of Roderfield passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023 in Welch Community Hospital. Born April 28, 1952 in Welch he was the son of the late Wilson Carter and Mary Green Carter. He was a former coal miner, and of the Pentecostal Faith."Those left to cherish her memory are his wife Sherrie Wheeler Carter; a son Charles E. Carter and wife Tiffany of Wilkesboro, NC; two daughters Frances Testerman and husband Rodney of Bear Creek, NC and Helen Scarborough and husband Cory of South Carolina; step-son and step-daughter Frank Wheeler and wife, Deanna and Sherry Acock all of Commerce, GA; and 8 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.
"No services will be held.
T
"he Douglas Mortuary of Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com
William Henry "Bill" Powell Sr
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Ival Burger; 9 Jan 2012.
"William H “Bill” Powell Sr.
Birth 17 Jul 1936
Elkhorn, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Death 1 Jan 2012 (aged 75)
Welch, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Burial Restlawn Memorial Gardens
Bluefield, Mercer County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 83176204"Additional Information Posted:
"Deacon William H. "Bill" Powell Sr., age 75 of 113 Blue Demon Drive, Elkhorn, WV. 24831 peacefully departed this life on Sunday, January 1, 2012 at Welch Community Hospital; Welch, WV; surrounded by his loving family."William was born July 17, 196 in Elkhorn, WV; and the son of the late Henry Powell and Queen Austin Powell. He was a life long resident of Elkhorn and attended Elkhorn High School. He worked for a short time in Yonkers, NY; as a construction worker. He was a member of Upland Baptist Church in Upland, WV; where he had served as a Deacon and taught Bible Class. For 37 years, he was employed by the McDowell County Board of Education as a school but operator and remained as a substitute until failing health. He was a Cleveland Browns' fan and enjoyed watching "Westerns."
"In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Elizabeth Ann; and his brother, Elbert "Chicken" Powell. He leaves many treasured memories to his devoted wife of 59 years; Della Ferguson Powell and their children; Rannetta J. Powell, Brenda J. Powell and William Powell Jr. all of Elkhorn, WV; five grandchildren; Traci Powell, Karima (Glady) Woods, Rodney Powell, Rashea Powell and William E. "Rock" Powell; ten great-grandchildren; Jae'den, Terrell, Deiyantei, Amir, Elijah, Marion, Tyquise, Shi'nyah, Kennedi, and Aiyana; one sister; Terry L. McCoy of Scardale, NY; two brothers, the Reverend Jerome T. (Sharon) Powell of Princeton, WF; and Jeffery Powell of Philadelphia. PA; two sisters-in-law; Queenie Ferguson Bush of Cleveland, OH; and Loretta Powell of Elkhorn, WV; one adoptive daughter, Mary Redd of Georgia; a host of nephews and nieces; several other relatives and special friend; the Reverend Harold Calloway, Raymond Lee Jr., Donald Oakley, Harold Scott, Dillion Totten and Jessie Younger.
"Services celebrating the life of Deacon William H. Powell Sr.; was held at 12 noon on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Upland Baptist Church, Upland, WV; with the Reverend James Crosier officiating, assisted by the Reverends Harold Calloway, David Cooper, and Timothy Hairston. Visitation began at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday January 7, 2012 until hour of service.
"Active pallbearers were Victor Helm, Henry Martin, William H. Powell Jr., William "Rock" Powell, Quinton Scott and Grady Woods. Honorary pallbearers were the Reverend Harold Calloway, Larry Craighead Sr., Raymond Lee Jr., Harold Scott and Jessie Younger. Entombment followed in Restlawn Mausoleum; Route 20, Littlesburg Road, Bluewell, WV. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Gregory-Page Funeral Home; Welch, WV."
1. "The Welch News"; Welch, WV; Newspaper Obit; 29 Nov 2021; On-Line Edition.
"Mrs. Della Kate Ferguson-Powell age 86 of 113 Blue Demon Drive in Elkhorn, WV was born January 21, 1935 in Coalwood, WV. She was one of eighteen children born to the late Clint Sr., and Sallie A. (Wade) Ferguson. She was a graduate of Excelsior High School and married “the love of her life,” William Henry Powell Sr., on February 19, 1953 In Northfork, WV. She was employed for a number of years by the McDowell County Board of Education and last worked as a custodian at the (former) Northfork High School. Mrs. Powell was a member and served as Mother of the Upland Missionary Baptist Church in Upland, WV for many, many years. She enjoyed going to Church, cooking and spending quality time with her Family. She was an avid shopper and her favorite shopping centers were Roses and Wal-mart. Her most favorite pastimes were spent enjoying the scenery while traveling."In addition to her parents and her husband, William Sr., she was preceded in death by one daughter, Elizabeth Ann Powell and sixteen of her siblings: Clara, William Henry, Clint Jr., Josephine, James, John, Marsha, Cesheloia, George, Benjamin, Helen, Harry, Pearl, Eleanora, Thelma, and Mary. On Thursday, November 18, 2021 at the Princeton Community Hospital in Princeton, WV the Lord called Della Kate Ferguson Powell from labor to reward.
"She will be lovingly remembered by her children, her family and all that knew her for having a “heart-of-gold.” She leaves cherished memories to her devoted children: Rannetta J, Brenda J., and William H. Powell Jr., all of Elkhorn and an adopted daughter, Mary Redd of Georgia; her five grandchildren: Traci, Karima (Grady Sr.,) Rodney, Rashea and William “Rock,” 10 great-grandchildren: Jae’den, Terrell, Deiyante’i, Amir, Elijah, Tyquise, Mar’ion, Shinyah, Kennedi and Aiyana; her only sister, Queenie Bush of Cleveland, OH; her brother-in-law, the Reverend Jerome (Evangelist Sharon) Powell and sisters-in-law, Terry McCoy both of Princeton and Loretta Powell of Mansfield, OH; one goddaughter, Tameika Martin and a host of nephews, nieces; other relatives, her Church family and friends.
"Mrs. Powell’s Home going Celebration Service was held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Upland Missionary Baptist Church with the Reverends: Dane Moore eulogist, Jerome Powell presided and the Reverends: David Cooper, Tim Hairston and George Masterson assisted. Entombment followed in Restlawn Mausoleum, 6605 New Hope Road in Bluewell, WV.
"Her grandsons and great-grandsons served as pallbearers. Visitation began at 10 a.m., until the time of Service.
"Services entrusted to Gregory-Page Funeral Home in Welch, WV, (to leave online condolences: gregory-pagefh.com.) Both COVID protocol and the wearing of masks was followed."
1."The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "Howard Edison and Jackie
Hicks Mitchell"; Article; Page 206; submitted by Angela Mitchell, Newhall, WV 24866.
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Pattie Greene; 6 Jul 2016.
" Leonard Samuel “Little Leonard” Thomas Jr.
Birth 19 Mar 1977
Mullens, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Death 20 May 2016 (aged 39)
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia, USA
Burial Hickory Ridge Cemetery
Bud, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 166545047"Additional Information Posted:
"Leonard "Little Leonard" Samuel Thomas Jr, 39, of Oak Hill, was welcomed into heaven by his son Leonard "Kyle" on May 20, 2016 in Morgantown, WV. He was a 1995 graduate of Pineville High School & a MSU EMT-Intermediate graduate. He was a former employee of Jan Care Ambulance, where he treated each of his patients as his own family member. He was currently employed at Kyle's & Johnny's Assisted Living Homes as a Resident Supervisor where he loved spending time with the residents."Little Leonard was born March 19, 1977 in Mullens, WV to Angela "Angie" Mae Mullins-Thomas (B. 1958) and the late Leonard Samuel Thomas Sr. (1956-1997). He was preceded in death by his son, Leonard "Kyle" Thomas (Deceased), father Leonard Samuel Thomas Sr. (1956-1997), father-in-law John W. Lattie III (Deceased), and his maternal & paternal grandparents.
"Those left to keep his memories alive are his loving wife of 17 1/2 years Rena Lattie-Thomas; his baby girl, Mikayla ShiAnne Thomas; his buddy, William Kody "Kody Mac" Thomas, all of the home; his mother Angela "Angie" Mae Mullins-Thomas (B. 1958) of Oak Hill, WV; his brothers, Rocky Dale Thomas, & companion Tammy Underwood of NC, Billy "Bo" Joe Thomas & wife Christy Thomas of New Richmond, Scotty Ray Thomas (1987-2020) & companion Jaime Wood of Lester; mother-in- law Judy E. Lattie of Oak Hill, WV; sister-in-law, Sandra Lynn Steele of Oak Hill; brother-in-law, Chris Lattie of Pineville; nieces and nephews, Dee Steele, Haileigh Steele, Timmy Thomas, Christian Thomas, Bethannie Thomas, Charlie Jo Thomas, Dalton Thomas, Sydney Thomas, Alex Thomas, Layla Thomas, Lynzie Thomas, Tyler Thomas. Megan, Connor & Jackson Lattie, & Kimberlyn; great nephew, Victor Steele; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family at Kyle's & Johnny's Assisted Living.
"Leonard's love for life, family & friends, will live on in our hearts forever. His infectious smile and his big laugh will be greatly missed and never forgotten. Leonard is dancing with Kyle and the Angels in heaven until we meet again.
"A celebration of Leonard's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2016 at the Christian Fellowship Worship Center with Pastor Larry England officiating. Burial will follow in Hickory Ridge Cemetery on Bud Mountain"
1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Services; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Rena Lattie Thomas, 47, of Pineville WV, was welcomed into heaven by her baby boy Kyle, along with her husband Leonard, & her Dad Johnny, on July 25th, 2022, At University of Kentucky Lexington, Ky"Rena was born January 14th, 1975 in Beckley, WV to Judy Cook Lattie and the late John Lattie III.
"She was a 1993 graduate of Pineville High School. Where she made many life long friends.
She was a former employee of Mullens Manor Assisted Living.
Until her illness, she was Assistant Administrator at Kyle’s Assisted Living. She loved the staff and resident as her own family."She is preceded in death by her son Leonard ‘Kyle’Thomas, husband Leonard S. Thomas, Jr, her Dad John W. Lattie III, maternal grandparents Willard and Susie Cook, and paternal grandparents John, Jr, and Louise Lattie.
"Those left to keep her memory alive include: her children Mikayla ShiAnne Thomas & companion Jacob Bess of Oak Hill, William ‘ Kody’ Thomas & companion Emilie Shumate and Kimberlyn of the home, her Mother Judy Lattie of Rockview. Sister Sandra Lynn Steele of Oak Hill, WV, Brother Christopher Lattie & companion Heather Parker
brother in laws Rocky and Tammie Thomas, of Pineville Billy ‘Bo’ and Christy Thomas, of New Richmond."She was Aunt NaNa to Dee & Haileigh Steele, Megan, Connor, & Jackson Lattie, Carter & Abigail Parker, Timmy, Christian, Bethannie, Charlie Jo, Dalton, Sydney, Alex, Bellamy, Layla, Ryland, and Tyler Thomas
She was great Aunt Honey to Victor Steele
Many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and extended family at Kyle’s Assisted Living.
Rena’s big personality, love for laughter & adventure will live in our hearts forever."She is now dancing with her baby boy Kyle and the angels.
Pallbearers will be her family."
1. Mercer Co, WV; Marriage Registry; VOL #__(1948); Page 91; Line #5; WV Archives Website.
Robert Carlton Campbell; age 20; born in Boissevain, VA; single; living at Ada, WV; married on
19 Aug 1948 in Princeton, WV; Maxine Marie Lewis; age 18; born in Newhall, WV; single; living in
Bluefield, WV.
1. Mercer Co, WV; Marriage Registry; VOL #__(1948); Page 91; Line #5; WV Archives Website.
Robert Carlton Campbell; age 20; born in Boissevain, VA; single; living at Ada, WV; married on
19 Aug 1948 in Princeton, WV; Maxine Marie Lewis; age 18; born in Newhall, WV; single; living in
Bluefield, WV.
1. 1870 Census, McDowell Co, WV, page 15.
Big Creek Township, Tug River P.O. Family #104.
Listed as Daniel Day, age 2, in household of father, Daniel Day.
2. 1880 Census, McDowell Co, WV, compiled by William A. Marsh, Vol 9, page 774.
Big Creek Township, page 002.
Listed as Daniel Day, Jr, age 11, in household of father, Daniel Day.
3. "The Harman-Harmon Family Marriage Records, 1800-1993" compiled by
Ashley Kay Kuckols. Marriage Book #3, page 82.
Neomi Shrader Harman, age 27, divorced, daughter of Henry and Eda Shrader; married on
20 Apr 1888 in Tazewell Co, VA, James D. Day, age 20, single, born in McDowell Co, WV, son of
Daniel and Mary Day.
4. Ancestry.com Web Site, Naomi Shrader Search, 17 Feb 2003, submitted by Lee Hubbard,
laccva@hotmail.com.
Naomi A. Shrader; born on 14 Jan 1857; daughter of John Henry and Edith Day Schrader; married
first, (__________) Harman; second, James Daniel Day, son of James Daniel and Mary Fletcher
Day on 20 Apr 1888.
5. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1899); Page 6; WV Archives Website.
James Day; age 31; born in McDowell Co, WV; widowed; miner; living at Eckman, WV; son of Daniel
and Mary; married on 14 Nov 1899 in McDowell Co, WV; Mary C. Milam; age 36; born in NC; widow;
daughter of ________.
6. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #15795; WV Archives Website.
James Daniel Day; age 83 yrs, 4 mons, 1 day; born 3 Jul 1868 in Filbert, WV; married; retired coal
miner; living at McDowell, WV; son of Daniel and Mary (Fletcher) Day; due to senility, hypertension
with cardiac arrest; buried 17 Nov 1951 in Lambert Cemetery; informant, James H. Abshire.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1899); Page 6; WV Archives Website.
James Day; age 31; born in McDowell Co, WV; widowed; miner; living at Eckman, WV; son of Daniel
and Mary; married on 14 Nov 1899 in McDowell Co, WV; Mary C. Milam; age 36; born in NC; widow;
daughter of ________.
1. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Dave Vanover
Gender: Male
Race: White
Marriage Age: 27
Birth Date: 17 Apr 1951
Marriage Registration Place: Buchanan, Virginia, USA
Marriage Date: 9 Feb 1979
Marriage Place: Grundy, Virginia, USA
Father: Hugh Vanover
Mother: Jettie Mae Taylor
Spouse: Martha Jane Mills Vanover
Certificate Number: 1979004496"
2. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Dave "Major" Vanover, 65, of Jenkin Jones, WV, formerly of Litwar, WV, went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2016.
"Dave was born April 17, 1951, in Orchard Branch, WV, a son of the late Hugh and Jettie Mae Taylor Vanover. He was a disabled coal miner and affiliated with the Pentecostal Holiness Faith. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, and he loved music.
"In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Harless "Smokey" Vanover, Cell "Bo" Vanover and Ronald "Little Boy" Vanover; one sister, Eunice "Squeaky" Reed; an infant brother and an infant sister.
"Those left to cherish his memory are his companion of 20 years, Helen Bowles of Jenkin Jones; one son, Mike Vanover of Galax, VA; three step sons, John, Junior, and Chris Vanover all of Gary, two brothers, Charles "Pop" Vanover of Iaeger and his twin brother Hiram "Huck" Vanover of Orchard Branch; three sisters, Irma Runyon of Panther, Sue Ball and husband Bill of Gary, and Cloie Addair of Bland, VA; and a host of nieces and nephews.
"Friends may visit with the family Wednesday morning, May 18, 2016, from 11 a.m. until 12 noon at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the Vanover Cemetery at Orchard Branch where a graveside service will be conducted with Elder Fred Bailey officiating...."
1. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Premier; taken 30 Mar 1950; Sheet #2; Dwelling #10.
Listed as John D. Mays; age 6; born in WV; in household of father, John B. Mays.
2. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: John Donald Mays
Gender: Male
Race: White
Age: 22
Birth Date: abt 1944
Marriage Registration Place: Giles, Virginia, USA
Marriage Date: 18 Feb 1966
Marriage Place: Pearisburg, Virginia, USA
Father: John Baird Mays
Mother: Cletis Ester Elledge
Spouse: Claudia June Tolley
Certificate Number: 1966004557"
3. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: John Donald Mays
Gender: Male
Race: White
Age: 39
Birth Date: 20 Apr 1943
Marriage Registration Place: Washington, Virginia, USA
Marriage Date: 22 Jun 1982
Marriage Place: Damascus, Virginia, USA
Father: John Baird Mays
Mother: Cletis Esther Elledge
Spouse: Wilma Jean Chapman Collins
Certificate Number: 1982028773"
4. US Public Records Index, Vol 1; Ancestry.com Web Site.
John D. Mays; born 17 Aug 1943; living at PO Box 127, Premier, WV 24878 in 1993.
5. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name John D Mays
Residence Date 13 Nov 2000
Residence Place Premier, West Virginia, United States
Birth Date 17 Aug 1943
Address Premier, West Virginia 24878
Address Date 13 Nov 2000
2nd Address Welch, West Virginia 24801
2nd Address Date 01 Jun 1995-01 Jan 2009
3rd Address Premier, West Virginia 24878
3rd Address Date 01 Apr 1993-01 Jan 1998
Possible Relatives Amanda L Mays, Deborah A Clothier
Record Number 171355971"
1. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Wilma Jean Chapman Collins
Gender: Female
Race: White
Age: 37
Birth Date: 25 Sep 1944
Marriage Registration Place: Washington, Virginia, USA
Marriage Date: 22 Jun 1982
Marriage Place: Damascus, Virginia, USA
Father: Clyde Herman Chapman
Mother: Vernie Hattie Woodards
Spouse: John Donald Mays
Certificate Number: 1982028773"