1. FindAGrave.com Web Site; submitted by In Remembrance; 25 Feb 2019.
" Andy Christian
Birth 16 Mar 1961
Welch, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Death 23 Sep 2012 (aged 51)
Roanoke, Roanoke City, Virginia, USA
Burial
Addison Christian Cemetery
Roderfield, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 197119265"Additional Information Posted:
"Andy Christian, 51, of Premier, WV, died Sunday, September 23, 2012, in Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA. Andy was born March 16, 1961, in Welch, WV, a son of the late Glen and Judy Justice Christian. He was a former coal miner for Cobalt Coal, and was The Legend from the series Coal. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Ruth Ann Christian and his father-in-law, Loris Lester. Survivors include his wife, Sandra Christian of the home; two sons, John Lester and Andrew Christian both of Premier; eight sisters, Bonnie Salyers and husband Herman of Johnny Cake near Iaeger, Linda Vanover and husband Austin of Iaeger, WV, Kathy Knuckles and husband Dickie of Coal wood, Christine Bell and husband Ronald of Gary, WV, Terry Justice and husband Stonie of Roderfield, Tammy Church and husband Eugene of Hensley, Loretta Frazier and husband Bobby of Davy, WV, and Teresa Willard and husband Arnold of Iaeger, WV; two brothers, Darrell Christian and wife Kathy of Coalwood, WV, and Brian Salyers of Iaeger, WV; special mother-in-law, Lodema Lester of Princeton, WV; brother-in-law, Marty Lester of Princeton, WV; a niece and nephew, Judy and James Bell of Gary, WV, and an additional host of nieces and nephews; a great niece, Maleighia Powell; and two great nephews, Dalton and Nathan Powell. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, September 27, 2012, at 1 o clock, with Reverend Martin West and Reverend Brenda Blankenship officiating at the Ark of Safety Church in Roderfield, WV. Burial will follow in the Christian Cemetery near Roderfield, WV."
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Sandra A Christian
Also Known As Sandra A Lester
Residence Date 01 Jan 2002-01 Jun 2002
Residence Place Princeton, West Virginia, United States
Birth Date 14 Nov 1961
Address Princeton, West Virginia 24740
Address Date 01 Jan 2002-01 Jun 2002
2nd Address Hensley, West Virginia 24843
2nd Address Date 01 Jul 1995
3rd Address Hensley, West Virginia 24843
3rd Address Date 01 Dec 1990-01 Dec 1999
Possible Relatives Benny M Lester, John M Lester, Lodema Lester, Lois Lester,
Loris J Lester Sr"
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Sandra A Christian
Also Known As Sandra A Lester
Residence Date 01 Jan 2002-01 Jun 2002
Residence Place Princeton, West Virginia, United States
Birth Date 14 Nov 1961
Address Princeton, West Virginia 24740
Address Date 01 Jan 2002-01 Jun 2002
2nd Address Hensley, West Virginia 24843
2nd Address Date 01 Jul 1995
3rd Address Hensley, West Virginia 24843
3rd Address Date 01 Dec 1990-01 Dec 1999
Possible Relatives Benny M Lester, John M Lester, Lodema Lester, Lois Lester,
Loris J Lester Sr"
1. Gregory-Page Funeral Home; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Ronald Martin, 73, of Williamson, West Virginia was born on August 13,1946 in New Camp, Kentucky to the late Jack and Mamie Cheeks Martin."Ronnie, as he was affectionately known, graduated from Belfry High School. He became employed with N & S Railroad as a conductor. After retirement from the railroad, he was an employee with the City of Williamson and with Mingo County as a Court Bailiff.
"Ronnie was a devout Christian and a member of Logan Street First Baptist Church where he served in many capacities; a Deacon, Chair of the Deacon Board, member of the Trustee Board, member of Board of Christian Education, President of the Senior Usher Board, Vice-President of the Pastor's Aid Committee, Vacation Bible School Safety Patrol Committee, Treasurer of Tug River District Ministers and Deacons Union; community affiliations—a member of NAACP and the Williamson Crown Lodge F&AM #16.
"Ronnie passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at Pikeville Methodist Hospital. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Corvenia Martin; brother, Jack Martin; and two sisters, Genevieve and Annie Mae Martin.
"Ronnie leaves cherished memories to his daughters; Margie Alston of Laurel, Maryland and Mahogany Martin Hurley of Columbus, Ohio; brothers, Donald Martin of Greenbelt, Maryland and Joe Martin of Georgia; eight grandchildren, Paris Hurley, Brandon Germain, Akyndra Martin, Kenya Preston, Autumn Preston, Darriah Wilson, Legend Ronnie Martin and Lyric Martin; and a host of other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
"Private services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 3, 2020 at Logan Street First Baptist Church with Reverend Gerald Dotson officiating. Because of the Coronavirus Pandemic, the public will be permitted to view one at a time from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Mountain View Memory Gardens at Maher, West Virginia. Pallbearers will be friends of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gregory-Page Funeral Home. "
1. Gregory-Page Funeral Home; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Mrs. Corvenia Martin, 71, of Williamson, West Virginia was born in Welch, West Virginia on May 2, 1948 to the late Tim Coles and Margaret Faulkner. Corvenia went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 14, 2020."Corvenia attended school at Kimball High School in Kimball, West Virginia where she was First Runner-up of Miss Kimball High School. She later attended Liberty High School and Southern West Virginia Community College. She retired after 35 years as a nurse aide at Williamson Memorial Hospital.
"Corvenia was a devoted and faithful member of Logan Street First Baptist Church. She loved her pastor and church family dearly and was a strong woman of faith. She shared her faith and love for God with everyone, especially the children. Corvenia served in many capacities at the church; Chairperson of Deaconess Board, Vice-President of the Senior Choir, member of the Nannie B. Perkins Guild, the Rose of Sharon Mission, and the Board of Christian Education, Superintendent of Sunday School, Sunday School Teacher of the Primary Class, and Vacation Bible School Staff. Corvenia instituted the 5th Sunday Fellowship Dinner. In addition to her local church involvement, Corvenia was a Counselor of the Tug River District Youth Missionary & Educational Convention, a constituent of the West Virginia Baptist State Women’s Auxiliary at Hilltop; 2018 Graduate of the West Virginia Baptist State Convention Seminary Extension in Educational Ministries; and a member of the NAACP Williamson Branch. Corvenia, along with her daughter, Margie, regularly volunteered as Counselors at the Summer Camp at Hilltop.
"Corvenia will be deeply missed by her loving and devoted family; husband, Ronald Martin; daughters, Margie Alston of Laurel, Maryland and Mahogany Martin of Columbus, Ohio; brother, Leon Faulkner of Lenoir, North Carolina; sister, Zenobia Cardwell of Cleveland, Ohio; eight grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
"Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Logan Street First Baptist Church in Williamson. Reverend Gerald Dotson will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. View Memory Gardens, in Maher, West Virginia. Pallbearers will be members of the family. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m"
1. GenealogyBuff.com; Collection #1; 12 Nov 2009; Posted Obit.
"Brayden Chase Lester, of New Richmond, WV, newborn son of
Roger Ray and Nina Dawn Morgan Lester, II, received his angel wings on Wednesday May 28, 2008 at Raleigh General Hospital for his journey to play in God's playground. Brayden was preceded in death by his great grandparents Henry C. and Marie Lester, Raymond and Hazel Morgan and Louise Proffitt. Survivors include his loving parents Roger Ray and Nina Dawn Morgan Lester, II, of New Richmond, WV; grandparents Roger and Connie Lester of New Richmond, WV and Larry and Patty Morgan of Oceana, WV; great grandparents William and Peggy Faulkner of Itman, WV and Firg and Rose Proffitt of Oceana, WV; two uncles Larry "Duke" Morgan, Jr. and wife Samantha of Kopper City Bottom, WV and Joshua Morgan and wife Sara of Fairmont, WV; seven cousins Alexandria, LaRissa, Rebecca, Dylan and Abigail Morgan and Justice and Lukie Mitchell; along with a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM Friday May 30, 2008 at the Coal Mountain Community Church with Ministers Larry "Duke" Morgan and Joshua Morgan officiating. Friends may call from 6 - 9:00 PM Friday at the church. Committal service will be held at noon on Saturday May 31, 2008 at the Miltie Morgan cemetery, Long Branch, WV. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV."
1. FindAGrave.com Web Site; submitted by Devin Houston; 28 Jul 2012.
" Clarence William Brunk
Birth 21 Oct 1932
Dott, Mercer County, West Virginia, USA
Death 19 Nov 1970 (aged 38)
Mullens, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Burial
Palm Memorial Gardens
Matheny, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 94346580 "
1. FindAGrave.com Web Site; submitted by Patty Greene; 7 Nov 2012.
" Clyde Elizabeth “Granny” Haga Brunk
Birth 9 Apr 1924
Konnarock, Washington County, Virginia, USA
Death 5 Nov 2012 (aged 88)
Crany, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Burial
Palm Memorial Gardens
Matheny, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 100311213"Additional Information Posted:
"Clyde Elizabeth Brunk, 88, of Crany, WV passed away on Monday November 5, 2012 in Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, WV."She was born April 9, 1924 in Konnarock, VA, a daughter of the late James "Jim" Franklin Haga (1884-1962) and Ida Ethel Blevins-Haga (1882-1958). Clyde was a member of the Lillyhaven Baptist Church and a homemaker.
"In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Clarence William Brunk (1932-1970), her beloved son James Clarence Brunk (Deceased), nine sisters and three brothers.
"Survivors include a sister Stella Brunk-Riley of Roanoke, VA; a very special friend Dreama Kahn; a friend Suzie Huffman; many nieces and nephews; and a host of other loving family and friends.
"Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday November 8, 2012 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Algie Cook officiating. She will be laid to rest beside her husband in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV."
1. GenealogyBuff.com; Collection #1; 12 Nov 2009; Posted Obit.
"James Clarence Brunk, Jr., 55, of Oceana, WV passed away Sunday May 4, 2008 at Raleigh General Hospital. James was born October 10, 1952 at Craney, WV, a son of Clyde Elizabeth Haga Brunk of Craney, WV and the late James Clarence Brunk. He was a disabled coal miner and a member of the UMWA. Along with his father he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Annie and Jim Atwood and maternal grandparents Jim and Ida Haga. Survivors include his loving wife Treasa Jean Martin Brunk; his mother Clyde Elizabeth Haga Brunk of Craney, WV; four step children Audrey Ann, Pandy, Mark and Matt; an aunt Stella Riley of Virginia and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday May 8, 2008 in the Chapel of Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with the Rev. Oza Mullens, Jr. officiating. James will be laid to rest in Kopperston Community cemetery. Friends may call from 6 - 9:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV. "
2. FindAGrave.com Web Site; submitted by Shauna McGinnis; 16 Mar 2010.
" James Clarence Brunk, Jr
Birth 10 Oct 1952
West Virginia, USA
Death 4 May 2008 (aged 55)
Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia, USA
Burial
Kopperston Community Cemetery
Kopperston, Wyoming County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 49775673 "
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; McDowell County Historical Society;
1995; "John Isaac and Rachel Catherine Shinault Brooks" Article; Page 106; submitted by Jane Ellen
Horton, PO Box 218, Raven, VA 24639.
2. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; McDowell County Historical Society;
1995; "Robert F. Brooks Family"; Article; Pages 106-107; submitted by Robert Brooks, 7100
Ulmerton Road, #1212, Largo, FL 34641.
3. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Curtis Wayne Brooks
Race: White
Age: 18
Relationship to Draftee: Self (Head)
Birth Date: 2 Sep 1926
Birth Place: War, West Virginia, USA
Residence Place: War, Mcdowell, West Virginia, USA
Registration Date: 2 Sep 1944
Registration Place: War, Mcdowell, West Virginia, USA
Employer: Frigo's Piggly Wiggly
Weight: 167
Complexion: Ruddy
Eye Color: Blue
Hair Color: Brown
Height: 5 8
Next of Kin: Martha Brooks
Household Members:
Name Relationship
Curtis Wayne Brooks Self (Head)
Martha Brooks Mother"
4. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1950); Page 170; WV Archives Web Site.
Curtis Wayne Brooks; age 24; born at War, WV; single; living at Bartley, WV; married on 16 Aug 1950
at Canebrake, WV; Lola Jean Blevins; age 19; born in War, WV; single; living in Canebrake, WV with
consent of Leona Osborne, grandmother of Lola Jean Blevins.
5. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Curtis Wayne Brooks
[Curtis W Brooks]
Gender: Male
Race: White
Birth Date: 2 Sep 1926
Birth Place: War West VA, West Virginia
Death Date: 10 May 1989
Father: Robert F Brooks
Mother: Martha M Brewster
SSN: 236220754
Notes: Dec 1940: Name listed as CURTIS WAYNE BROOKS;
19 May 1989: Name listed as CURTIS W BROOKS"
6. FindAGrave.com Web Site; submitted by US Verteran's Affairs; 3 Mar 2000.
" Curtis Wayne Brooks
Birth 2 Sep 1926
Death 10 May 1989 (aged 62)
Burial
Bay Pines National Cemetery
Bay Pines, Pinellas County, Florida, USA
Plot 55, 2-11"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1950); Page 170; WV Archives Web Site.
Curtis Wayne Brooks; age 24; born at War, WV; single; living at Bartley, WV; married on 16 Aug 1950
at Canebrake, WV; Lola Jean Blevins; age 19; born in War, WV; single; living in Canebrake, WV with
consent of Leona Osborne, grandmother of Lola Jean Blevins.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; McDowell County Historical Society;
1995; "Robert F. Brooks Family"; Article; Pages 106-107; submitted by Robert Brooks, 7100
Ulmerton Road, #1212, Largo, FL 34641.
1. Russell Co, VA; Marriage License #20170; Ancestry.com Web Site.
David Belcher; age 22; born and living in Keystone, WV; single; US Marine Corps; son of Joseph H.
and Lovella (Stanley) Belcher; married on 15 Jul 1961 in Russell Co, VA; Wanda McGill; age 21;
born and living in Sevierville, TN; single; daughter of Tom and Nell (Davis) McGill.
2. Cravens-Shires Funeral Home; Bluewell, WV; Posted Obit.
"Corporal David Arnold Belcher, 80, of Lerona, West Virginia, formerly of Burke Mountain, Keystone, WV passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at the VA Medical Center in Beckley, West Virginia. David was born October 19, 1938 on Burke Mountain, a son of the late Harold Belcher and Lovella Stanley Belcher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Carol Belcher Jones and five brothers, Roger Belcher, Ronald Joseph Belcher, Earnest Belcher, Douglas Belcher, and infant brother Thomas Woodrow Belcher, and his son in law, Gregory Spinella."David was a 1958 graduate of Northfork High School. After graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corp. Following Bootcamp at Paris Island, SC, David attended Infantry School at Camp Lejeune, NC. He was then ordered to Marine Barracks in Oahu, Hawaii. Shortly after reporting to duty, David was recognized for his leadership ability and was promoted to Corporal, serving 2 years of Marine Security guard duty. He led a squad of men in a demonstration for President Dwight Eisenhower during a ceremony when Hawaii was granted statehood. David was later ordered to the highly elite, 2nd Force Recon Batallion, where he served the next 2 years of his 4 year enlistment. During that time, Corporal David A. Belcher participated in numerous Special Operations and landings. After discharge, he proudly served 2 years in the USMC Reserve.
"David worked as a coal miner for 25 years in McDowell County. He was certified as an electrician, boss, pumper, and roof bolter. He was of the Christian faith for over 40 years. He served his Lord in many capacities including Sunday School teacher and church Counselman. He was a very generous man who enjoyed helping others.
"David was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 8413 in Kimball, WV and the American Legion Riley-Vest Post 9 in Bluefield, WV. He also volunteered at the McDowell County Visitors and Veterans Center in Kimball, WV. He loved and enjoyed the camaraderie he shared with his fellow veterans.
"Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 58 years, Wanda McGill Belcher; two daughters, Gwendolyn Belcher Spinella of Bluefield, WV and Davette Belcher Hoylman, and husband Gregory of Lerona, WV; grandchildren Brittany Hoylman White and husband Thomas of Glen Daniel, WV; Joseph Spinella and wife Tonya of Bluefield, WV; and Chief Warrant Officer John Cornelius and wife Ashley of Fort Rucker, AL; great-grandchildren Luke, Jude, and Hugo Spinella and Alexander White; sisters, Joyce White of Rocky Mount, VA, Betty Phelps of Annapolis, MD, and Margaret Robertson of Rising Sun, MD; brothers, Phillip Belcher and wife Chris of Ashland, VA, and Theodore Belcher of Gary, WV; his special brother in law Bill McGill and wife Pat of Sevierville, TN; many nieces and nephews; and his furry companion, Simon.
"A special thank you to the staff of the Beckley VA Medical Center for their love and compassion to our husband and father.
"The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell. The funeral service will be the following day, Friday, October 4, 2019 at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel 1:00PM with Reverend Olen Robertson officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton with friends and family serving as pallbearers."
1. Russell Co, VA; Marriage License #20170; Ancestry.com Web Site.
David Belcher; age 22; born and living in Keystone, WV; single; US Marine Corps; son of Joseph H.
and Lovella (Stanley) Belcher; married on 15 Jul 1961 in Russell Co, VA; Wanda McGill; age 21;
born and living in Sevierville, TN; single; daughter of Tom and Nell (Davis) McGill.
1. Virginia, Birth Records, 1912-2014, Delayed Birth Records, 1854-1911; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Stanford Horton Beckner
Gender: Male
Birth Date: 18 Feb 1910
Birth Place: Virginia, USA
Father: Alonzo Cabell Beckner
Mother: May Emma Stump"
2. 1910 census, Mercer Co, WV; Beaver Pond Disrtict; taken on 22 Apr 1910; page 6A; Family #96/97.
Listed as Sanford H. Beckner; age 2 mons; born in WV; in household of father, Alonzo C. Beckner.
3. 1920 Census, Franklin Co, VA; Maggodee District; taken on 23/26 Feb 1920; Page 163B;
Family #158.
Listed as Sanford W. Beckner; age 9; born in VA; in household of father, Alonzo C. Beckner.
4. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Stanford Horton Beckner
Race: White
Relationship to Draftee: Self (Head)
Birth Place: Mercer, West Virginia, USA
Birth Date: 12 Feb 1910
Residence: Boone Mill, Franklin, Virginia, USA
Registration Date: 1940
Occupation: Sels
Weight: 135
Complexion: Ruddy
Eye Color: Gray
Hair Color: Brown
Height: 5 6
Next of Kin: Harry Alfred Beckner
Relationship to Draftee: Brother
Household Members:
Name Relationship
Stanford Horton Beckner Self (Head"
5. World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Stanford H Beckner
Birth Year: 1910
Race: White, citizen (White)
Nativity State or Country: West Virginia
State of Residence: Virginia
County or City: Franklin
Enlistment Date: 12 Apr 1941
Enlistment State: Virginia
Enlistment City: Roanoke
Branch: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA
Branch Code: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA
Grade: Private
Grade Code: Private
Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men)
Source: Civil Life
Education: Grammar school
Civil Occupation: Semiskilled brick and stone masons, and tile setters
Marital Status: Single, without dependents
Height: 66
Weight: 127"
6. Roanoke Co, VA; Marriage License #2061; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Stanford Horton Beckner; age 38; born in Engleside, WV; single; no previous marriage; brick mason;
living at Starkey, VA; son of Lonza Cabel and Lucy Emma (Stump) Beckner; married on 27 Jan 1949
in Roanoke Co, VA; Mae Keaton; age 21; born in Iaeger, WV; single; no previous marriage; living at
Starkey, VA; daughter of Dewey Dumont and Victoria (Stepp) Keaton.
7. Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014: Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Stanford Beckner
SSN: 234-22-2061
Last Residence:
24844 Iaeger, Mcdowell, West Virginia, USA
BORN: 18 Feb 1910
Died: Nov 1978
State (Year) SSN issued: West Virginia (Before 1951)"
1. Roanoke Co, VA; Marriage License #2061; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Stanford Horton Beckner; age 38; born in Engleside, WV; single; no previous marriage; brick mason;
living at Starkey, VA; son of Lonza Cabel and Lucy Emma (Stump) Beckner; married on 27 Jan 1949
in Roanoke Co, VA; Mae Keaton; age 21; born in Iaeger, WV; single; no previous marriage; living at
Starkey, VA; daughter of Dewey Dumont and Victoria (Stepp) Keaton.
2. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Amanda Payne; 8 Feb 2007.
"Mae Keaton Beckner
Birth 24 Jul 1927
Death 10 Jun 1994 (aged 66)
Burial
Powell Cemetery
Iaeger, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 17856692"
1. Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Stanford Dewey Beckner
Death Date: 27 Nov 2006
Death Place: Roanoke, Virginia, USA"
2. Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Stanford D. Beckner
Last Residence:
24894 Warriormine, Mcdowell, West Virginia, USA
BORN: 4 Apr 1953
Died: 27 Nov 2006
State (Year) SSN issued: North Carolina or West Virginia (1969)"
3. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Stanford Dewey Beckner
[Stanford D Beckner]
Gender: Male
Race: White
Birth Date: 4 Apr 1953
Birth Place: Welch McDowe, West Virginia
Death Date: 27 Nov 2006
SSN: 232888453
Notes: Jun 1969: Name listed as STANFORD DEWEY BECKNER; 08 Dec 2006: Name listed as STANFORD D BECKNER"
1. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Douglas Morgan Beckner, 62, of Roderfield WV, formerly of Iaeger, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2018 at his residence."Douglas was born July 12, 1955 in Garland, WV, a son of the late Stanford and Mae Keaton Beckner.
"In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond and Stanley Beckner and one sister Lucy Victoria Beckner Edwards.
"Survivors include three sisters, Phyllis Mines and husband Ronnie of Princeton, WV, Marie Williams and husband Butch of Shelby, NC, and Shirley Brabson of New Castle, PA; and two brothers, Robert Beckner and wife Dollie of Iaeger, WV, and Tommy Beckner and wife Alice of Dallas, NC.
"Funeral services will be conducted Friday, January 12, 2018, at 1 o’clock with Reverend Don Morgan officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow in the Powell Cemetery on Coon Branch Mountain near Iaeger, WV...."
1. McDowell Co, WV; death Certificate #'63-004195; WV Archives Web Site.
Raymond Charles Beckner; age 3; born 28 Jun 1959 in WV; living at Iaeger, WV; son of
Stanford and Mae (Keaton) Beckner; died 3 Mar 1963 in Welch Emergency Hospital, Welch,
WV; due to cardiac arrest, viral encephalitis; buried 6 Mar 1963 in Powell Cemetery, Iaeger,
WV; informant, Stanford Beckner, Iaeger, WV.