1. Kentucky, Birth Index, 1911-1999; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Ira Amburgy
[Ira Amburgey]
Date of Birth: 17 Apr 1922
Birth Place: Letcher, Kentucky, USA
Mother's name: Lucinda Williams
Volume Number: 059
Certificate Number: 29469
Volume Year: 1922"
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1945); Page 378; WV Archives Website.
Ira Amburgey; age 23; born in Thornton, KY; single; living in Kimball, WV; married on 21 Apr 1945
in Welch, WV; Anna Ruth Sink; age 22; born in Hatfield, WV; single; living in Kimball, WV.
3. U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-Current; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Ira Amburgey
Death Age: 88
Birth Date: 17 Apr 1922
Residence Place: Bluefield, Virginia
Death Date: 19 Feb 2011
Death Place: Bluefield, Virginia"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1945); Page 378; WV Archives Website.
Ira Amburgey; age 23; born in Thornton, KY; single; living in Kimball, WV; married on 21 Apr 1945
in Welch, WV; Anna Ruth Sink; age 22; born in Hatfield, WV; single; living in Kimball, WV.
2. Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Anna R. Amburgey
[Anna Ruth Sink]
Social Security Number: 234-36-8730
Birth Date: 8 Nov 1922
Issue Year: Before 1951
Issue State: West Virginia
Last Residence: 24605, Bluefield, Tazewell, Virginia
Death Date: 4 Jun 2011"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1945); Page 486; WV Archives Website.
Jessie William Allen; age 24; born in Christensburg, VA; single; Colored; living at Jenkinjones, WV;
married on 24 Dec 1945 at Jenkinjones, WV; Ida mae English; age 21; born and living in
Jenkinjones, WV; divorced; Colored.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1945); Page 486; WV Archives Website.
Jessie William Allen; age 24; born in Christensburg, VA; single; Colored; living at Jenkinjones, WV;
married on 24 Dec 1945 at Jenkinjones, WV; Ida mae English; age 21; born and living in
Jenkinjones, WV; divorced; Colored.
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Jerry Moore; 13 Jun 2020.
" Estil Jesse Carothers
Birth 4 Jul 1943
Sabine, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Death 22 Dec 2006 (aged 63)
Augusta, Richmond County, Georgia, USA
Burial
Westover Memorial Park
Augusta, Richmond County, Georgia, USA
Plot Section 24
Memorial ID 211323943"Additional Information Posted;
"AUGUSTA, Ga. - Estil Jesse Carothers , 63, of Augusta, went home to be with Jesus Friday, December 22, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. Carothers was a native of Pineville, West Virginia and had lived in Augusta for the past 33 years. He was owner and operator of Estil's Foreign Car Service and a member of Berean Baptist Church. Family members include his wife Freeda Carothers of Augusta, children Edward Carothers and wife Scarlett of Harlem, Ga., Sherry Burrow and husband David of Hephzibah, Ga., Michael Carothers and wife Christy of Augusta, grandchildren Amanda and Logan Carothers of Harlem, Ga., Jennifer Dupriest of Augusta, Grace, Jessica, and Ethan Burrow of Hephzibah, sisters Helen Watson and husband Steve of Pensacola, Fl., Charlotte Carothers of Ocala, Fl., Dorothy Wyatt of Arlington, Va., brothers Orville Carothers and wife Mary of Gaithensburg, Md., Tommy Carothers and wife Louise of Pineville, W.Va., and Bob Carothers and wife Gladys ofPineville, W.Va."Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel with Pastor Charlie Pennington and Pastor Edward Carothers officiating. Interment will be at Westover Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Logan Carothers, Michael Carothers, Anthony Meadows, Arthur Key, Stewart Waller, and Todd Kitchens
"© Poteet Funeral Homes South Augusta - 2006"
1. Stafford Funeral Home; Lynco, WV; Posted Obit.
"David Russell Spaulding, 67, of Oceana, West Virginia crossed the finish line on Saturday, January 18th
surrounded by his family. David was born on September 17, 1952 in Welch, WV. David is survived by his loving
wife, Sherry, whom he adored for the 49 years of their marriage. He is also survived by his children: Michelle
Short of Oceana, Heather Osborne and her husband Adam Osborne of Bolt, and Ryan and his wife Lindsey of
Cross Lanes. David has left a beautiful legacy for his five grandchildren, who were his pride and joy: Cody and
Chase Short, Riley and Peyton Osborne, and Jacob Spaulding. He is also survived by his mother-in-law Rosie
Perry of Cyclone, his three sisters, Paula Beck of Georgia, Sharon Holiday and Judy Dolfemeyer of Virginia, and a
host of family and friends. David was preceded in death by his parents, Lois Adkins and Max Spaulding, his
father-in-law, Hayes Perry, and his son-in-law, Micah Short. David proudly served in the Unites States Air Force
and was a Vietnam Veteran who selflessly and faithfully served God, his country, and his family. He was a coal
miner, a member of the Mine Rescue Team, and a member and Deacon of Toler Missionary Baptist Church. A
celebration of life will be held at Toler Missionary Baptist Church on Campus at 1:00pm on Friday, January 24th,
with Rev. Merle Walls and Rev. Clarence Gibson officiating. Burial following at Palm Memorial Gardens. Viewing
will be held at Stafford Family Funeral Home in Lynco on Thursday, January 23rd from 5:00-8:00 pm. The
Wyoming County Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites. I have fought the good fight, I have finished
the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the
righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his
appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8"
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by kkf; 10 May 2022.
"Danny Mitchell Muncy
Birth 23 Dec 1951
Welch, McDowell Co, West Virginia
Death 25 Apr 2022
Beckley, Raleigh Co, West Virginia
Burial Hartwell Cemetery
Canebrake, McDowell Co, West Virginia
Memorial ID 239619990"Additional Information Posted:
"Danny Mitchell Muncy age 70, of Berwind, West Virginia, crossed from death into eternal life, April 25, 2022 in Beckley, West Virginia."Danny was born in Welch, West Virginia on December 23, 1951. He was the son of the late Sam Muncy and Hazel Jane Miller Muncy. He had attended Big Creek High School, and later attended Concord University. Danny and his late wife, Marsha were specialized foster care providers, having over one hundred and fifty-eight children come through their home. Danny was also a Chief Jailor for McDowell County Correctional Center. Danny loved his community and developed an organization call Berwind Rural Land Development to help create a safe place for the children of Berwind to play ball. He was a member of the Second Chance Ministries where his son-in-law is the pastor and was of the Pentecostal faith.
"Those who walked on into glory before him were his parents, two brothers, Sam Earl Muncy and Ray Henry Muncy; His soul mate and wife of 35 years, Marsha Sebrina Muncy; two sons, John Henry Muncy and Eugene Douglas Muncy.
Those left to cherish his memory and love of Motown music and the outdoors are his:
Wife of eight years, Mary Elizabeth Wiles Muncy of Berwind, WV"Sons: Danny Muncy and wife, Kiri of Princeton, WV
Travis R. Muncy and his wife, Samantha of Berwind, WV
Benjamin C. Muncy of Coalwood, WV
Daughter, Samantha Muncy Collins and husband, Pastor Mark J. Collins of Squire, WV
Brother, Eugene A. Muncy of Premier, WV
Sister-in-law, Rebecca Muncy of KY
His grandchildren whom he loved dearly, Iszak Lewis Muncy, Avery Mitchell Muncy, Gracie Maleigha Collins, John "Shag" Collins, Connor Muncy, Braylon Muncy, Alliauna Muncy "Baby Muncy", Kyson Muncy."A host of nieces also survive to cherish his memory.
"The funeral service for Danny Mitchell Muncy will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Tazewell, with the Reverend's Roy Harmon and Mike Muncy officiating. Interment will follow at the Hartwell Cemetery in Hartwell, West Virginia. Family and Friends will serve as Pallbearers. The family will begin receiving friends on Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the funeral home.
"Hurst-Scott Funeral home in Tazewell, VA is serving the family of Mr. Muncy and those wishing to express sympathy may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com ."
1. U.S., Public Records Index, 1950-1993, Volume 2; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Carol S French
Birth Date: 1 Jul 1940
Address: 253 Pilot St
Residence Place: Princeton, West Virginia, USA
Zip Code: 24740-6232"
1. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Frank Gonzalez Jr. “Paco”, 75, of Roderfield, went to be with his Heavenly Father on July 7, 2020. Frank was born on June 15, 1945 in Welch a son of the late Frank Gonzalez Sr. and the late Antonia Renka White. He was a retired coal miner and a proud member of the UMWA. Frank was a proud veteran of the Navy Seabees. He was also a member of the Christ Cathedral Church in Iaeger. He loved his garden and ginsenging."In addition to his parents Frank was preceded in death by his first wife of 41 years and the mother of his children, Dorothy Davis Gonzalez and a son Marcus.
"Survivors include his wife of six years, Joyce Gonzalez of the home; daughter, Maria Whited and husband Nick of Bluefield, WV; daughter-in-law, Jeanie Shirley Lockhart and husband Mark of Wytheville, VA; grandson, Zac Gonzalez and fianceé, Abby Hurst of Wytheville, VA; stepdaughter, Belinda Mullins and husband Michael of Pineville, WV; step daughter, Cindy Bailey of Panther, WV; sister, Ramona Gonzalez of Bluefield, WV; special mother-in-law, Freda “Maw” Matney; and special brother-in-law, Gary Davis and wife Debbie of Roderfield; and a host of nieces, nephews, family, friends and church family.
"Funeral services will be conducted Monday, July 13, 2020 at 1 o’clock with Reverend Russell King and elder Roger Walker officiating at the Christ Cathedral Church in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in Iaeger Memorial Cemetery at Roderfield, WV. Military rites will be conducted by the VFW Post #1144. Family and friend will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer will be Zac Gonzalez. Friends may visit with the family Sunday, July 12, 2020 after 6 p.m.at the Christ Cathedral Church.
"Services will be held in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines, mask are to be worn by all attending and social distancing is to be practiced.
"Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV, is assisting the family.
"Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fanningfuneralhomes.com"
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom Hatcher
and Sandra Long; "Gloria Crigger Day"; Article; Page 138; submitted by Michele Grad Roberts, Box
14, Coalwood, WV 24824.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom Hatcher
and Sandra Long; "Gloria Crigger Day"; Article; Page 138; submitted by Michele Grad Roberts, Box
14, Coalwood, WV 24824.