1. Stafford Funeral Home; Lynco, WV; Posted Obit.
"Dianna Lynn Talbert, 68, of Oceana, WV, passed away peacefully Earthside with her family by her side and woke up running into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, June 22 at 4:25 PM. In true “preacher’s kid” fashion, Dianna lived life to the fullest, right to the very end. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. J.L. and Addie Riffe her sister, Janet “Big Sis” Parsons her brother, Jeff Riffe and her beloved nephews, Shawn and Michael Parsons. She leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter in her children: Jennifer Davis of Huntington Josh Davis and his wife Kelsey (affectionately known as “Kelsey Baby”) of Germantown, OH Blake Parsons and his fiancée Victoria Carter of Oceana and her daughter Alley Lakota Talbert of home. She was a proud and devoted Mamaw to her grandchildren Wesley, Adalynn, and Olyvia—and will now watch over the arrival of her newest grandson, Maddox, from Heaven. Dianna is also survived by her sister, Sherri Dye of Beckley, WV special niece Tiffany Bailey of Beckley, WV, special nephew Jeremy Bailey of Huntington, WV her first baby girl Maria Whited and special “sister” Rita Faye of Falls Mills, VA, along with a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Affectionately known as “Princess Di,” she had a deep love for nature. Her yard was her sanctuary—carefully cultivated from sun up to sun down with flowers, bird feeders, tranquil ponds, and even her own deer pasture. She found joy in watching frogs enjoy her ponds, birds singing at the feeders, and always celebrated the arrival of the first hummingbird each season. She found peace in fishing, tending to her garden, and relaxing with late-night TV. Above all, Dianna treasured her family. Her happiest moments were spent in the warmth of a full house—cooking, sharing stories, and laughing until their stomachs hurt. She will be remembered for her strength, compassion, generosity, tireless work ethic, and unshakable faith in love and forgiveness. Proverbs 31:25–28 She is clothed with strength and dignity she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed. In accordance with her wishes, Dianna will be cremated, and a celebration of her beautiful life will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to a fund being set up for Alley. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV".
1. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Sandy River District; Mohawk; taken on 27 Jan 1920; Page 272B;
Family #407.
Listed as Hannibal Cline; age 7; born in WV; in household of father, Matthew Cline.
2. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Sandy River District; Panther; taken on 12 Apr 1930: Page 185A;
Family #274.
Listed as Hannibal Blankenship (sic, Cline); age 17; born in WV; in household of Reese Blankenship.
(Somehow the census taker got Matthew and Barbara's children listed on page following the
listeing of Reese Blankenship).
3. FindAGrave,com Website; submitted by Fredrick; 8 Oct 2018.
" Hannibal Cline
Birth 3 May 1911
West Virginia, USA
Death 9 Aug 1989 (aged 78)
Lebanon, Russell County, Virginia, USA
Burial
Temple Hill Memorial Park
Castlewood, Russell County, Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 193831466"
1. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007: Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Pearl Cline [Pearl Casteel]
Gender: Female
Race: White
Birth Date: 11 Feb 1918
Birth Place: Dante Russel, Virginia
Death Date: 2 Dec 1988
Father:
Dan Casteel
Mother:
Alice Scarberry
SSN: 234548042
Notes: May 1952: Name listed as PEARL CLINE"
2. FindAGrave,com Website; submitted by Fredrick; 8 Oct 2018.
"Pearl Casteel Cline
Birth 11 Feb 1917
Russell County, Virginia, USA
Death 2 Dec 1988 (aged 71)
Dante, Russell County, Virginia, USA
Burial
Temple Hill Memorial Park
Castlewood, Russell County, Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 193831298"
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by B. Walls; 30 Apr 2014.
" Donna Jean Richard Farley Belcher
Birth 1 Jan 1958
West Virginia, USA
Death 2000 (aged 41–42)
Burial
Palm Memorial Gardens
Matheny, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 128815596 "
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; Geneva Steel, Sandra Long,
and Tom Hatcher; "James Henderson Smith"; Article; Page 242; submitted by Brenda Waugh; 417
Merrimans Lane, Winchester, VA 22601.
2. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Terry lindsey; 15 Jul 2016.
" James H. Smith
Birth 24 Aug 1896
Patrick County, Virginia, USA
Death 16 May 1966 (aged 69)
McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Burial
Roselawn Memorial Gardens
Princeton, Mercer County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 167030711"
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; Geneva Steel, Sandra Long,
and Tom Hatcher; "James Henderson Smith"; Article; Page 242; submitted by Brenda Waugh; 417
Merrimans Lane, Winchester, VA 22601.
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by B. Walls; 30 Apr 2014.
" Donna Jean Richard Farley Belcher
Birth 1 Jan 1958
West Virginia, USA
Death 2000 (aged 41–42)
Burial
Palm Memorial Gardens
Matheny, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 128815596 "
1. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Adkin District; Gary-Thorpe Rd; taken 5 Apr 1930; Page 21B; Image
16 of 60; Family #134/138.
Listed as Charlie Ward; age 67; born in VA; widowed; Negro; "contract"; in household of son-in-law,
Henry Smith, Sr.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; Geneva Steel, Sandra Long,
and Tom Hatcher; "Clarence and Ellen Hensley Hicks"; Article; Page 197; submitted by Clarence
Perry "Buster" Hicks, Jr, 1011 Moana Dr., San Diego, CA 92107-4106.
2. McDowell Co, WV; WW II Draft Registration Card #2102; 16 Oct 1940; Ancestry.com Website.
Clarence Perry Hicks; age 32; born 5 Jun 1908 in McDowell Co, WV; living ib Elkhorn, WV; employed
by Crozer Coal and Coke Co, Elkhorn, WV; person who will always know address, Mrs. Ellen Hicks,
wife, Elkhorn, WV; 6' tall; 200 lbs; blue eyes; brown hair; light complexion.
3. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Patty Greene; 14 Aug 2019.
" Clarence Perry Hicks Sr.
Birth 5 Jun 1909
McDowell, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Death 4 Apr 1980 (aged 70)
Freeman, Mercer County, West Virginia, USA
Burial
Woodlawn Memorial Park
Bluefield, Mercer County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 202126496"Additional Information Posted:
"Freeman Man Suicide Victim"A 71-year-old Freeman man died Thursday, April 4, 1980 of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to state police. Authorities said Clarence Perry Hicks Sr. of Freeman, apparently shot himself once in the head with a .32 caliber handgun at his home early Thursday evening, April 4, 1980.
"Reports indicated Hicks had been ill for some time. Police said Hicks had been dead for approximately 30 minutes when he was found in the garage. No foul play is suspected, according to police. Troopers L.J. McCarty and J.R. Howell are continuing the investigation.
"Clarence Hicks was born in McDowell, WV to the late Joseph Howell Hicks (Deceased) and Margaret S. Asper-Hicks (Deceased) (per WV Delayed Certificate of Birth, McDowell County, WV, Date of Issue: October 18, 1943). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Betty Hicks (Deceased).
"He is survived by his wife, Ellen Virginia Hensley-Hicks (1912-1995); and his children, Lois Hicks-Houchins, and Clarence Perry Hicks, Jr.
"Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell.
"Bluefield Daily Telegraph; Bluefield, WV; Friday, April 4, 1980; Page 2."
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; Geneva Steel, Sandra Long,
and Tom Hatcher; "Clarence and Ellen Hensley Hicks"; Article; Page 197; submitted by Clarence
Perry "Buster" Hicks, Jr, 1011 Moana Dr., San Diego, CA 92107-4106.
2. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Patty Greene; 14 Aug 2019.
" Ellen Virginia Hensley Hicks
Birth 1912
Maybeury, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Death 3 Feb 1995 (aged 82–83)
Edgewood, Bell County, Kentucky, USA
Burial
Woodlawn Memorial Park
Bluefield, Mercer County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 202126203"Additional Information Posted:
"Ellen Virginia Hicks, 83, of Freeman died on Friday, February 3, 1995 at a Edgewood, KY hospital. She had been a resident of Freeman for 41 years and was a homemaker. She was a graduate of Elkhorn High School and was a member of the Bramwell Presbyterian Church."She was born in 1912 in Maybeury to the late Charles "Charlie" Robert Hensley (1888-1950) and Mary Jane Bensey-Hensley (1892-1956). She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Perry Hicks Sr. (1909-1980); a daughter, Betty Hicks (Deceased); a sister, Florence Hensley-Greene (Deceased); and three brothers, Hassie Harrison Hensley (1909-1982), Elwood Hensley (1913-1990), and Jack Hensley (Deceased).
"Survivors include her daughter, Lois Hicks-Houchins & husband Irvin Houchins of Independence, KY; son, Clarence Perry Hicks, Jr. of San Diego, CA; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
"Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a m. Monday, February 6, 1995 at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell with the Dr. W.D. Hasty officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell.
"Bluefield Daily Telegraph; Bluefield, WV; Sunday, February 5, 1995; Page A-2"
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; Geneva Steel, Sandra Long,
and Tom Hatcher; "Clarence and Ellen Hensley Hicks"; Article; Page 197; submitted by Clarence
Perry "Buster" Hicks, Jr, 1011 Moana Dr., San Diego, CA 92107-4106.