1. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Michael Paul Galyean, 44, of Isaban, WV was called by our Lord and Savior to take his place in his Heavenly Home May 6, 2022."Michael was born January 18, 1978 a son of Jennings (Boyd) and Janet Lester Galyean. He was proud to be a dedicated Christian and would rejoice in knowing that he will meet his family and friends again on Heaven's beautiful shore. He was a hardworking husband and father, working as a coal miner until he became ill. Michael adored the outdoors. He enjoyed running his rabbit dogs and spending evenings fishing on a river bank. He could often be found riding ATVs with his family and friends. His personality was energetic and he was memorable to anyone who crossed his path.
"Michael was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lillian and Jennings Galyean; maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Bertha Lester; one uncle Timmy Lester; aunt Zelpha Sims; and close friends, Harold (Bucky) Lester, Jesse Hatfield and Erick (Big D) Cline.
"Michael is survived by his loving wife, Rebecca Chambers Galyean of the home; his parents, Jennigs and Janet Galyean of Peterstown, WV; loving children, Victoria Galyean (Ryan Pennington) of Logan, Dylan Cline and Kayden Galyean of the home; sisters: Cris Galyean and Neveah Galyean; nieces, Kendra May and Ciara May; nephews, Tyler May, Hayden Cline and John May; and a host of loving family and friends.
"“Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted”(Matthew 5:4).
"Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 13, 2022 at 1 o’clock with Pastor Jeremy Compton and Reverend Walter West officiating at the Isaban Church of God in Isaban, WV. Burial will follow in the Four Pole Cemetery at Mohawk, WV. Pallbearers will be Ryan Pennington, Tyler May, Jayden Bailey, Hayden Cline, Johnny Buck Paige, Dillard Cline, Cody Dye and Crystal Cline.
"Friends may visit with the family Thursday, May 12, 2022 after 6 p.m. at the Isaban Church of God in Isaban, WV.
"Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger is assisting the family
"Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fanningfuneralhomes.com"
1. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Jennings (Boy) C. Galyean 74, of Peterstown, WV, beloved husband, father and grandfather went home to be with his Lord and Savior early Thursday morning August 25, 2022."Jennings was born February 26, 1948 in Mohawk, WV, a son of the late Jennings and Lillian Cline Galyean. He graduated from Iaeger High School in 1965 and entered the armed forces, proudly serving his country. He was stationed in Baumholder, Germany and left the army with an honorable discharge before starting his career as a coal miner. He was an EMT and mine foreman for many years and worked past his age of retirement. Jennings was an avid bee keeper for 50 plus years, spending much of his time tending his bees. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and being outdoors.
"In addition to his parents, Jennings was preceded in death by one son, Michael Galyean and two brothers, Gary and Benny Galyean.
"Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Janet Galyean of the home; two daughters, Cris Galyean (Johnny Paige) of Baisden, WV and Nevaeh Galyean of the home; grandchildren, Kendra May of Baisden, Tyler May (Amiee Mitchell) of Hanover, Ciara May of Gilbert, Victoria Galyean (Ryan Pennington) of LOGAN, Dylan Cline of Isaban and Kayden Galyean also of Isaban; great grandchildren, Hayden Cline of Baisden and John Tyler May of Gilbert; sisters, Norma Hand and husband Bob of Bristol, VA, Bobbie Galyean of Beckley, Bernice Galyean also of Beckley, Stella Richie of Indiana and Karen Silvers of Bluefield, WV; daughter-in-law, Rebecca Galyean of Isaban; and special friends Norman Thompson and Timothy Kirk.
"Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Pete Dunford officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the Four Pole Cemetery at Mohawk, WV. Graveside Military Rites will be conducted by Iaeger VFW Local Post 1144. Serving as pallbearers will be family and friends.
"Friends may visit with the family at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, Tuesday, August 30, 2022, from1 p.m. until he time of services at 2 p.m.
"Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV, is assisting the family.
"Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fanningfuneralhomes.com"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1944); Page 430; WV Archives Website.
Thomas C. Mills; age 46; born in NC; single; Colored; living at Gary, WV; married on 9 Jan 1944 at
Eckman, WV; Dolly Bridgeman; age 49; born in KY; widow, Colored; living in Gary, WV
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1944); Page 430; WV Archives Website.
Thomas C. Mills; age 46; born in NC; single; Colored; living at Gary, WV; married on 9 Jan 1944 at
Eckman, WV; Dolly Bridgeman; age 49; born in KY; widow, Colored; living in Gary, WV
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Pam Parsons Hollandsworth; 6 Feb 2013.
" Frank E. Wells
Birth 18 Oct 1917
Death 6 Sep 1993 (aged 75)
Burial
Roselawn Burial Park
Martinsville, Martinsville City, Virginia, USA
Plot sec 26
Memorial ID 104718093"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Book#__(1937); Page 201; WV Archives Web Site.
Donald E. Trent; age 24; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Iaeger, WV; son of Harvey
and Sarah (Cline); married on 13 Feb 1937 at Mont Calm, WV; Myrtle Lively; age 21; born in
Anderson Co, TN; single; living at Iaeger, WV; daughter of Earl and Annie (Roberts)
2. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Pam Parsons Hollandsworth; 6 Feb 2013.
" Myrtle Viola Lively Wells
Birth 8 Feb 1917
Death 24 Oct 1993 (aged 76)
Burial
Roselawn Burial Park
Martinsville, Martinsville City, Virginia, USA
Plot sec 26 lot 13
Memorial ID 104719331"
1. Dickenson Co, VA; Marriage License #27790; Ancestry.com Website.
Chester Howard Blankenship; age 23; born in Buchanan Co, VA; single; miner; no previous marriage;
living at Mohawk, WV; son of J.C. and Eva (Blanlenship) Blankenship; married on 7 Sep 1962 in
Clintwood, Dickenson Co, VA; Millie Ann Stepp; age 20; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; no previous
marriage; housewife; living at Panther, WV; daughter of Claude and Margaret Lucy (Copley) Stepp.
1. Dickenson Co, VA; Marriage License #27790; Ancestry.com Website.
Chester Howard Blankenship; age 23; born in Buchanan Co, VA; single; miner; no previous marriage;
living at Mohawk, WV; son of J.C. and Eva (Blanlenship) Blankenship; married on 7 Sep 1962 in
Clintwood, Dickenson Co, VA; Millie Ann Stepp; age 20; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; no previous
marriage; housewife; living at Panther, WV; daughter of Claude and Margaret Lucy (Copley) Stepp.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Joseph Footo"; Article; Page 145; submitted by Eulalie Footo, Elkhorn,
WV 24831.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Joseph Footo"; Article; Page 145; submitted by Eulalie Footo, Elkhorn,
WV 24831.
2. Turner Family Tree; posted by RuthHTurner; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Ethel Lucille Foote or Footo
Birth 13 APRIL 1926 • West Virginia
Death 6 JANUARY 2014"
3. Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Ethel F Cox
Social Security Number: 234-46-5367
Birth Date: 13 Apr 1926
Issue year: Before 1951
Issue State: West Virginia
Death Date: 6 Jan 2014"
4. U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-Current; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Ethel Lucille Cox
Gender: Female
Death Age: 87
Birth Date: 13 Apr 1926
Residence Place: Princeton, West Virginia
Death Date: 6 Jan 2014
Death Place: Princeton, West Virginia
Burial Date: 10 Jan 2014
Burial Place: Bluewell
Obituary Date: 11 Oct 2014"
5. FindAGrave.com Web Site; submitted by Lori; 18 Dec 2015.
Ethel L. Footo
Birth 1926
Death 2014 (aged 87–88)
Burial
Woodlawn Memorial Park
Bluewell, Mercer County, West Virginia, USA:
6. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "George and Anna Palco"; Article;
Page 215; submitted by _____.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Joseph Footo"; Article; Page 145; submitted by Eulalie Footo, Elkhorn,
WV 24831.