1. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"On February 3, 2022 at 8:31 p.m., while holding the hands of his wife and daughter, William Billy Douglas Muncy was called home by the Lord at the Carillon Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA."Billy was born in Avondale September 21, 1951 a son of the late James T. Muncy Jr. and the late Violet G. Asbury Muncy. He served in the United States Army four years and while stationed in Colorado
"Billy served as a ski-instructor and served in the riffle unit. He also was a retired coal miner who worked underground for 30 years.
"In addition to his parents Billy was preceded in death by his sisters, Pearl Parsons, Sherry L. Roberts, Mary L. Muncy and Bobbie Jean Smith; one brother, Darrell Muncy; brothers-in-law, Dennis H. Roberts, James “Jimmy” Franklin, Arthur Christian, and Ernie Bragg; sister-in-law, Debbie Farmer and husband Roger; and two nephews, Oliver S. Stanley Jr. and Brian Kidd.
"Billy lived in Avondale with his wife, Ruth A. Muncy, of the home. He enjoyed spending most of his time with daughter, Sasha L. Muncy, little dog, Kylo Ren also of the home and her boyfriend Joshua G. Baker. Billy had three living sisters, Velva D. Franklin of Beckley, Julia O. Masi and husband Fred of Mebane, NC, and Bessie “Diane” Addair and husband Luther of Christian Bend, TN. Billy had two living brothers-in-law, Mark Christian and wife Ruth of Richlands, NC, and Otto Bailey of Panther, WV, and a sister-in-law, Veronica Bragg of Ohio. Billy felt very blessed to also have 13 nephews, 11 nieces, 17 great nephews, 20 great nieces and was proud that he had a host of great-great nieces and great-great nephews to carry on the Muncy name.
"Billy’s family will remember him as the family handy man, protector, and peace maker. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. Billy was deeply loved by all his family and treasured his friends. He enjoyed reading, listening to political pod cast, and lively debates with family and friends.
"Friends may visit with the family Monday evening, February 7, 2022, after 6 p.m. at the Independent Church of God at Avondale. Services will be held at 7 p.m. with Reverend Danny Bowles officiating.
Following these services Billy’s body will be cremated."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. 1910 Census, Pittsylvania Co, VA; Callands District; taken 30 Apr 1910; Page 100B; Image 24 of 27;
Family #205/208.
Listed as May P. Adkins; age 9; born in VA; single; Black; farm laborer; in household of father,
William H. Adkins.
2. 1920 Census, Pittsylvania Co, VA; Callands; taken 22 Jan 1920; Page 74B; Image 18 of 35;
Family #180/181.
Listed as May Adkins; age 19; born in VA; Black; in household of father, Wiley Adkins.
1. Russell Co, VA; Marriage License #11629; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Lonnie Estep; age 19; born in Jin (?), WV; single; truck driver; living in Columbus, OH; son of W.R.
and Florence (Collins) Estep; married on 10 Apr 1965 in Lebanon, VA; Sue Addair; age 18; born and
living in Iaeger, WV; daughter of Howard and Gladys (Workman) Addair.
2. FindAGrave.com Web Site; submitted by Sue Leitzsey Bradley; 1 Apr 2015; maintained by
Find A Grave.
" Lonnie Darvis Estep
Birth 5 Feb 1946
Brenton, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Death 31 Mar 2015 (aged 69)
Taylorsville, Alexander County, North Carolina, USA
Burial
Catawba Memorial Park
Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina, USA
Memorial ID 144452102 "Additional Information Posted:
"Lonnie Estep, 69, of Taylorsville, was a son to the late William Riley and Florence Dora Estep. He was predeceased by his granddaughter, Amber Marie; sisters, Stella Gullet, Thelma Robinette, Alice King, Elsie Brewster, Flossie Robinette; and brother, Willie Estep."Lonnie was a loving husband, father, Pawpaw, and great-grandpaw. He was a hard worker who loved to garden and adored his pets. He was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Taylorsville. Lonnie was a hard worker who loved to garden and adored his pets. He was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Taylorsville.
"Interment in Catawba Memorial Park.
Catawba Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations are providing professional services to the Estep Family."
1. 1930 census, Wyoming Co, WV, Barkers Ridge Disrtict, taken on 11 Apr 1930, Page 100B,
Family #211.
Listed as Thelma Belcher, age 4 yrs, 8 months, born in WV, in household of father, Lewis Belcher.
2. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1948); Page 342; WV Archives Website.
James Billings; age 24; born in Bud, WV; single; living at Mullens, WV; son of Arthur and Ettie
Billings; married on 18 Sep 1948 in Mullens, WV; Thelma Belcher; age 23; born and living in Bud,
WV; divorced; daughter of Lewis and Cora Belcher.
3. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Thelma Lourine Belcher [Thelma Lourine Wood] [Thelma Billings]
Gender: Female
Race: White
Birth Date: 19 Jul 1925
Birth Place: Bud Wyoming, West Virginia [Bud Wyo, West Virginia]
Death Date: Jan 1986
Father:
Lewis Belcher
Mother:
Cora Lusk
SSN: 234409362
Notes: Jun 1944: Name listed as THELMA LOURINE BELCHER;
Oct 1946: Name listed as THELMA LOURINE WOOD;
Jul 1967: Name listed as THELMA BELCHER BILLINGS;
31 Dec 1987: Name listed as THELMA BILLINGS"
1. "The Welch News"; Welch, WV; 5 Jan 2022; On-Line Edition; Obit.
"Johnny Ray Belcher, a longtime resident of Warsaw, passed away quietly at Paddock Springs Health Campus on Monday, January 3, 2022. He was 79 years old."Johnny Ray was born in English, West Virginia on September 7, 1942. He was the son of Johnny Belcher and Myrtle (Vinson) Devitt and one of ten children in their blended families. He spent his formative years in West Virginia, moving to Warsaw, Indiana in the mid-70s, although he always maintained a love for West Virginia and was a huge fan of the Mountaineers. He loved WVU basketball and anything in their school colors, Old Gold and Blue.
"Professionally, Johnny Ray worked for the Cardinal Center Workshop, now CCI Manufacturing, for many years. He began his career there in 1977 and retired in 2015. A hard worker, he also took up work with Lake Village Dollar General where he helped to stock shelves and clean, among other job duties.
"In addition to anything West Virginian, Johnny Ray enjoyed BINGO, Bowling, and all types of music, especially Country Western and Gospel music. He was a huge fan of Halloween and costume parties – any reason to dress-up, really! He enjoyed Ghostbusters, the Chipmunks and Fourth of July Fireworks. He also found great joy in volunteering with the Knights of Columbus during their annual Tootsie Roll fundraiser. In addition, Johnny was very active in Special Olympics, especially in their Bowling and Basketball events.
"Johnny Ray was loved by many nieces, nephews and two sisters, who survive, Donna Haynes and Edna Mae Bays. He was preceded in passing by his parents; one sister, Elizabeth Jane Lilly; and six brothers: Larry Dewayne Belcher, Francis “Bunny” Devitt, J. Allen Devitt, Ross Belcher, Jerry Lee Belcher and Damon Belcher. He was also dearly loved by his coworkers, nearly everyone he met, and those who aided in his care.
"Arrangements are entrusted to Titus Funeral Home, 2000 East Sheridan Street, Warsaw where friends may gather on Friday, January 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. Beginning at 6 o’clock, Johnny Ray’s life will be celebrated by those in attendance with Pastor Terry Baldwin officiating. Burial will take place at Graceland Cemetery, Claypool.
"Memorial gifts may be directed to either Cardinal Services, 504 North Bay Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580 or to Knights of Columbus Council 4511, PO Box 988, Warsaw, IN 46581 “Tootsie Roll Drive” in memo line. Written condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com"
1. Mercer Co, WV; Marriage Registry; Vol #__(1934); Page 56; Line #20; WV Archives Website.
Roy Fred Barnes; age 22; born in VA; single; living at Bluestone, WV; married on 8 Sep 1934 at
Bluefield, WV; Virginia Collins; age 21; born in VA; single; living at Bluestone, WV.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1960); Page 471; WV Archives Website.
Bilton McCellan Cline; age 18; born in Iaeger, WV; single; living in Isaban, WV; married on 2 Jun
1960 at Horse Creek, Iaeger, WV; Shirley Marie Lester; age 16; born and living at Isaban, WV; single
with consent of Harrison and Pearl Cline; parents of Bilton McCellan Cline; and Valley Lester, father
of Shirley Marie Lester, mother deceased.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1960); Page 471; WV Archives Website.
Bilton McCellan Cline; age 18; born in Iaeger, WV; single; living in Isaban, WV; married on 2 Jun
1960 at Horse Creek, Iaeger, WV; Shirley Marie Lester; age 16; born and living at Isaban, WV; single
with consent of Harrison and Pearl Cline; parents of Bilton McCellan Cline; and Valley Lester, father
of Shirley Marie Lester, mother deceased.