1. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Paula Handy, 69, of War, WV entered her heavenly home on June 29, 2026.
Born on August 23, 1956, she was the daughter of Joe Willie Handy and Willa Wright Handy.
Paula loved reading books and was a gifted musician who enjoyed playing the trombone, guitar and drums. She grew up in War, WV and attended the Christ of King Catholic Church. She was a graduate at Big Creek High School and went onto earn her four-year degree at WVU Tech in Montgomery, WV.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Joe Handy and sister Deborah Handy."Those left to cherish her memories include her daughter, Willa Handy of Columbus, Ohio; brother Peter Handy of War, WV; sister Ann Handy of War, WV; niece Tamara Handy; nephew Joseph Handy; sister-in-law Kimberly Handy of New Jersey; and friends of the family Janice McClure of Charleston, WV and Melinese Courts of War, WV.
"In honoring her wishes, her remains will be cremated.
"The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com"
1. "The Colored American" ; Washington, DC; 11 August 1894; Page 1; Column 3; U.S., African
American Newspapers, 1829-1947; Ancestry.com Website.
"Prof. Hugh Brown of the Washington high school and Miss Lucy Moten principal of the Washington
city normal school are enjoying the attractions of Saratoga, They both are the same unassuming
persons here as in Washington. But when the occasion comes for them to show their alility thet are
equal to the hour, Theirs is a good habit for young folks to initate."
("Saratoga appeartently is a trusted "journal edited by Negroes anywhere")
(Is this the same Lucy Moten listed as Joe Willie Handy's mother?
2. "The Wichita Tribune"; 8 Oct 1898; Column 3; U.S., African American Newspapers, 1829-1947;
Ancestry.com Website.
"Mound City Items
"Mrs M, Brown was called to Fort Scott by telegram to the bedside of her daughter, Mrs, Lucy Moten,
who is very ill."
1. Summers Co, WV; Marriage Registry; Vol #__(1951); Page 56; Line #89; WV Archives Website.
Alfred L.Farley; age 19; born and living at Meadow Bridge, WV; single; married on 21 Jul 1951 at
Denese, WV; Sally Ann McDaniel; age 19; born in Kathryn, WV; single; living at Denese, WV.
1. Summers Co, WV; Marriage Registry; Vol #__(1951); Page 56; Line #89; WV Archives Website.
Alfred L.Farley; age 19; born and living at Meadow Bridge, WV; single; married on 21 Jul 1951 at
Denese, WV; Sally Ann McDaniel; age 19; born in Kathryn, WV; single; living at Denese, WV.
1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home; Oceana, WV; Posted Obit.
"Sara “Susie” Belle Thomas, 71, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, May 16, 2026, at her home."Born August 14, 1954, in Meadow Bridge, WV, she was the daughter of the late Alfred Lind Farley and Sally Ann McDaniel Farley.
"Susie was a beloved wife, loving mother, and precious daughter to her parents. She enjoyed cars and chatting with her friends and family. She absolutely loved attending church and was crazy about her dog, Jack.
"In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas and their son, Ski Warren Thomas.
"She is survived by her siblings, Lind Farley and Angela Farley; sisters-in-law, Pam Gibson and Debbie Farley; brother-in-law, Warren Thomas III; a niece, Shanon Blankenship; and nephews, William Farley, Travis Arhart and Josh Arhart.
"In keeping with Susie’s wishes, she will be cremated and no public services will be held."
1. Pulaski Co, VA; Marriage License #85-029963; Ancestry.com Website.
Dennis Ray Arehart; age 28; born 31 Mar 1957 in VA; this is his 1st marriage; 12th grade education;
living at Rt 1, Box 142-B; Hiwassee, VA; son of Hunter Jackson and Shelva Jean (Benson) Arehart;
married on 22 Jun 1985 in Pulaski Co, VA; Angela Hope Farley; age 20; born 26 Apr 1965 in WV; this
is her 1st marriage; 12th grade education; living at Rt 1, Box 73-J, Pulaski, VA; daughter of Alfred Lind
and Sally Ann (McDaniel) Farley.
1. Pulaski Co, VA; Marriage License #85-029963; Ancestry.com Website.
Dennis Ray Arehart; age 28; born 31 Mar 1957 in VA; this is his 1st marriage; 12th grade education;
living at Rt 1, Box 142-B; Hiwassee, VA; son of Hunter Jackson and Shelva Jean (Benson) Arehart;
married on 22 Jun 1985 in Pulaski Co, VA; Angela Hope Farley; age 20; born 26 Apr 1965 in WV; this
is her 1st marriage; 12th grade education; living at Rt 1, Box 73-J, Pulaski, VA; daughter of Alfred Lind
and Sally Ann (McDaniel) Farley.
1. 1940 Census, Wyoming Co, WV; Slab Fork District; Saulsville; E.D. 55-12; taken on 24 May 1940;
Page 340B; Image 80 of 82; Household #657.
Listed as DavidTilley; age 20; born in WV; no education; in household of father, Manley M. Tilley.
2. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1959); Page 488; WV Archives Website.
David Tilley; age 20; born at Itmann, WV; single; living at Mcgraws, WV; son of Manley and Louella
Tilley; married on 23 Jan 1959 at Glen Fork, WV; Gloria Jean Adkins; age 16; born in Charleston,
WV; single; living at Ravencliff, WV; daughter of Cyrel and Velma Adkins.
1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1959); Page 488; WV Archives Website.
David Tilley; age 20; born at Itmann, WV; single; living at Mcgraws, WV; son of Manley and Louella
Tilley; married on 23 Jan 1959 at Glen Fork, WV; Gloria Jean Adkins; age 16; born in Charleston,
WV; single; living at Ravencliff, WV; daughter of Cyrel and Velma Adkins.
2. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home; Oceana, WV; Posted Obit.
"Gloria Jean Tilley, age 82 of Peterstown WV, passed away on May 11th, 2026, at her home surrounded by her husband, David Tilley and her children and grandchildren."Born on October 13th, 1943, in Charleston, WV. She was the daughter of the late Cyril and Velma (Young) Adkins of McGraws, WV.
"Affectionately known as Jean, she worked as a cook in the Wyoming County School System for many years and she attended the Bozoo Christian Church. She will be remembered by her family for the numerous Sunday meals she prepared for her loved ones.
"She was preceded in death by her daughter, Brenda and her Grandson, Levi Tilley.
"She is survived by her husband of sixty-seven years, David Tilley; Vickie Brown (Jeff), Cindy Tincher (Steve), Kathy Sizemore (Steve), Anita Holthausen (Bobby), David "Dave" Tilley (Missy), and Rebecca "Becky" Hagamon (John); fifteen grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren that loved her dearly.
"Graveside services will be at Pretty Ridge Cemetery at 11am on Thursday May 14th.
"In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital that Jean supported for many years.
"The Tilley family is being served by Evans-Calfee Funeral Service"
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by David Gladwell; 20 Jul 2024.
"Viola M. “Patty” Burks Hatcher
Birth 13 Jun 1947
Bud, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Death 18 Jul 2024 (aged 77)
Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia, USA
Burial Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens
Prosperity, Raleigh County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 272644134"Additional Information Posted:
"Viola M. "Patty" Hatcher, 77, of Cabin Creek, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024,at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley."Born June 13, 1947, at Bud, she was the daughter of the late Dewey Moran and Laura O'Neal Burks.
"Patty was a former beautician, cook, and caregiver. She was Baptist by faith. She enjoyed wallpapering, upholstering, and painting where she would take nothing and make something.
"In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her stepfather, Robert L. Burks; her husband, Kennard G. Hatcher; two infant sisters, Bertha and Kelly; one infant brother, Ronnie; three sisters, Dolly O'Neal, Naomi Moran, and Rheba Jagers; two brothers, James Richard Burks and Don Moran; and two stepsons, Paul and Randy Hatcher.
"Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Ronda (James) Stone; two stepdaughters, Sharon (Wayne) Young and Cyndie (Rick) Hypes; three sisters, Leona Sizemore, Connie (Jim) Walker, and Alma (Okie) Snyder; two brothers, Bill (Anna) Burks and Everett (Mary) Burks; one grandchild, Caitlyn A. Stone; several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
"Graveside service and burial will be at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Beckley "
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Family Ties That Bind; 13 Jun 2022.
"Dolly Delena Burks O'Neal
Birth 4 May 1930
Bud, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Death 10 Jun 2022 (aged 92)
New Richmond, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Burial Hickory Ridge Cemetery
Bud, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 240606990"Additional Information Posted:
"Dolly Delena O'Neal, 92, of New Richmond, WV, formerly of Dagsboro, DE, peacefully fell asleep in death on June 10, 2022 at her home. She was born on May 4, 1930 in Bud, WV a daughter of the late Robert and Laura Burks. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Paul O'Neal, and three sons, Raybourne O'Neal, Daniel O'Neal, and Billy O'Neal. Survivors include her two sons, Donald O'Neal and wife Evie and Robert O'Neal, two daughters, Beverly Lester and husband Homer, and Peggy Oren and husband David, seven siblings, Richard Burks, Bill Burks, Leona Sizemore, Connie Walker, Alma Snyder, Everett Burks, and Patty Hatcher, eleven grandchildren and several great and great-great grandchildren. Her final years were marked by a cheerful disposition and sense of humor that were enjoyed by all who knew her. She had a twinkle in her eye- and on her lips- constantly. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Hospice of Southern West Virginia whose services were greatly appreciated. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home".