Obituary-Broncin Huffman

Posted: Mar. 17, 2018 | Source: Hafer Funeral Home

Broncin Huffman, 78, of Elkview, passed away March 15, 2018, at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, surrounded by his family. He was born October 1, 1939, to the late Lonnie Leo and Belva Huffman.

Broncin was longtime member of Sandy Knob Community Church, Long Ridge; he also played the bongos with his sister and sister in Christ at several churches in the community. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and had a special love for animals.

In addition to his parents, Broncin was preceded in death by his niece, Tammie Webb.

He is survived by his brothers, Ira (Carolyn), Bert (Dellie) and Dana (Joann) Huffman; sister, Gloria (Charles E. Jr.) Newhouse; nieces, Linda Newhouse, Luwana (David) Smith and Cathy (Brian) Canterbury; nephew, Bert Huffman; and several great-nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Hubbard Hospice House and staff for the care given to Broncin and his family.

They would also like to send a special appreciation to Joe Woda from Gentiva for the remarkable care given to Broncin for many years.

Service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 20, at the Hafer Funeral Home, with Pastor Rick Sams officiating. Burial will be in the Tickle Cemetery, Frame.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 19, at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net.

Obituary-Larry Allen Ross

Posted: Mar. 16, 2018 | Source: Hafer Funeral Home

Larry Allen Ross, 76, of Leon, formerly of Elkview, W.Va., passed away surrounded by family members at the King’s Daughters Hospital in Ashland, Ky., on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. He was born on November 8, 1941, in Coco, W.Va.., son of the late Jerry O. and Nora Olive Cross Ross. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Dana, Jerry, Billy and Clarence Ross; sisters, Dottie Lynch and Frances Leftwich; and a very special niece, Kendra Olivia Saunders. He is survived by his brothers, Gwynn, Dickie (Barbara), Raymond, and David (Sharon) Ross; sisters, Barbara Pritt, Kay Truman, Becky (Joe) Crockett and Debbie (Pete) Saunders; sisters-in-law, Wanda and Linda Ross; and many nieces, nephews and extended family. (more…)

Obituary-Deloris Jean Ratliff

Posted: Mar. 16, 2018 | Source: Hafer Funeral Home

Deloris Jean Ratliff, 72, of Campbell’s Creek, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at home with her family by her side.

Deloris was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She attended Grace Freewill Baptist Church and was a helper of the churches women’s group, Ladies Helping Hands.

She was born to the late Charles and Roberta Myers. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Sue Smith.

Surviving are her husband of 22 years, Ricky Ratliff; sons, Glen II (Kimmi) Smith and Austin Ratliff; daughters, Melissa Lynn (Danny) Totten, Teresa (Brad) Whittington and Megan Unik; brothers, Billy (Gletta) Myers and Dallas (Patty) Myers; sister, Betty Jones, eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

The Ratliff family would like to thank the staff of Hubbard Hospice House for their love and care for Deloris during her time of need.

A graveside service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 17, at the Elk Hills Memorial Park, with Pastor Charles Swiney officiating.

Visitation will be welcome 20 minutes prior to the service at the cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements are in the care of Hafer Funeral Home, 50 North Pinch Rd., Elkview.

Obituary-Lucille “Lou” Chandler

Posted: Mar. 15, 2018 | Source: Matics Funeral Home

Lucille Mae Chandler, 91, of Clendenin, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, March 11, 2018, at Hubbard Hospice House after a short illness.

She was the daughter of the late John Tully Friend and Rosa Beulah Breedlove Friend. She was also preceded in death by her husband, H. Eugene Chandler; and son, Robert Eugene Chandler.

Lucille was a 40-year member U.F.C.W.–AFL-CIO Local 347, Steward, 25 years; employed Kroger Co., 34 years, Department Head; past Matriarch Elk L.E.A. Number 63, past Deputy; past Rebekah Assembly President of WV; member of Clendenin United Methodist Church, Sunday School Teacher, 13 years; member of the Kanawha Co. Executive Committee; past President Clendenin Woman’s Club; Organizer and past President Clay County Woman’s Club, 50 years; member of WVFWC; current President National Silver Haired Legislature; current Senator National Silver Haired Congress. Lou has dedicated her life to Community Service and Political Party of her choice.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 16, at Matics Funeral Home, Clendenin. The funeral will be noon Saturday, March 17, at Matics Funeral Home, with Rev. Charles Larue officiating. Burial will be in Elk Hills Memorial Park, Big Chimney, WV.

Online condolences may be expressed at maticsfuneralhome.com.