1. U.S., Index to Public Records, 1994-2019; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Charles E Cleary [Charles D Cleary]
Birth Date Dec 1947
Residence Date 2013-2020
Address 36077 Coal Heritage Rd
Residence Northfork, West Virginia, USA
Postal Code 24868
Second Residence Date 2010-2014
Second Address Rr 4 Box 66k
Second Residence Bluefield, West Virginia, USA
Second Postal Code 24701
Third Residence Date 2012
Third Address 456 Hc 76
Third Residence Northfork, West Virginia, USA
Third Postal Code 24868
Fourth Residence Date 2010
Fourth Address Upland
Fourth Residence Northfork, West Virginia, USA
Fourth Postal Code 24868
2. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Charles Cleary, 76, of Upland, WV took his journey home to be with his heavenly father in a place called Heaven on Monday, October 7, 2024. Charles was born December 5, 1947, in Wilcoe, WV a son of the late Henry and Sarah Ellen Hicks Cleary."A devoted husband and father, Charles treasured the companionship of his wife, Darlene, with whom he shared life's journey with unconditional love and commitment. His role as a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was one he embraced with joy and pride, always ready with a teasing joke or a playful wrestling match for his grandchildren.
"An outdoorsman at his roots, Charles enjoyed the peacefulness of the woods, whether he was on the hunt for ginseng or simply taking comfort in nature's embrace. He often spent his free time watching Westerns.
"In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his daughter Gladys Smith; grandson James Cleary Jr.; great-grandson Jensen Gardner; his brother James Cleary; and his sisters Sarah Benach and Lola Mae Slusher.
"Left to honor his memory are his devoted wife of more than 50 years, Darlene Cleary of the home; his son, James Cleary and his fiancée Meckinzie Brown of Bramwell, WV; his daughters, Amanda Lynn Copley and companion Kristopher Young of Bluefield, WV, and Melissa Courtner of Huntington, WV; his adored grandchildren; Micheala and Allen of Bluewell, WV, Bryanna and Hootie of Bluefield, WV, Grace and Malik of Princeton, WV, Tequilla of Bristol, TN, Stephanie and Rob of Culpepper, VA, Gary of Tennessee, Charlie and Kaitlyn of Ohio, Tyler and Patience of Princeton, WV, Alvin (Pikachew) of Greenbrier Mountain, WV, Toney (TJ) and Hayleigh of Bluefield, WV, and Allen of Tennessee; Two very special great-grandsons, Diesel and Axel Lee of Bluefield, VA, who brought him great joy. They were his world, and they held a special place in his heart. Special brother-in-law Cheyanne Church whom he shared a strong bond with. Very special friends Sport and Brenda Marshall. He also leaves behind a host of great grandchildren, family and friends.
"Charles' legacy is etched in the hearts of those he leaves behind, and his spirit will be cherished forevermore. He will be dearly missed by all who know him. His memory will be kept alive in the hearts of those who knew him best.
"Friends may visit with the family Monday, October 14, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., with funeral services held at 1:00pm with Darlene Cleary officiating at the chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Welch, WV. Burial will follow at Sarkas Mountain Cemetery in Wilcoe Hollow near Wilcoe, WV. Serving as pallbearers will be Tyler Gardner, Charlie Clemins, Toney (TJ) Copley, Alvin (Pikachew) Smith, Johnathan Colberson, Sport Marshall, Gary Phillips, and Cheyanne Church.
"Fanning Funeral Home of Welch is serving the Cleary Family.
"Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fanningfuneralhomes.com"
1. U.S., Index to Public Records, 1994-2019; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Darlene A Cleary [Darlene Clearly] [Darlene C Cleary]
Birth Date Aug 1954
Residence Date 1998-2020
Address 36077 Coal Heritage Rd
Residence Northfork, West Virginia, USA
Postal Code 24868
Second Residence Date 1998-2018
Second Address Rr 4 Box 66k
Second Residence Bluefield, West Virginia, USA
Second Postal Code 24701
Third Residence Date 1998-2010
Third Address Hc 76 Box 456
Third Residence Northfork, West Virginia, USA
Third Postal Code 24868
Fourth Residence Date 2002
Fourth Address 456 Hc 76
Fourth Residence Northfork, West Virginia, USA
Fourth Postal Code 24868"
2. U.S., Public Records Index, 1950-1993, Volume 2; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Darlene Cleary
Birth Date 11 Aug 1954
Address General Delivery
Residence Place Montcalm, West Virginia, USA
Zip Code 24737-9999"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1954); Page 130; WV Archives Website.
Joshua Stewart Harman, Jr; age 24; born and living in Skygusty, WV; single; married on 12 Nov
1954 in Welch, WV; Sue Carole Thomas; age 19; born in Skygusty, WV; single; living in Welch, WV;
with consent of Roy and Mary Elizabeth Thomas, parents of Suel Carole Thomas.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1954); Page 130; WV Archives Website.
Joshua Stewart Harman, Jr; age 24; born and living in Skygusty, WV; single; married on 12 Nov
1954 in Welch, WV; Sue Carole Thomas; age 19; born in Skygusty, WV; single; living in Welch, WV;
with consent of Roy and Mary Elizabeth Thomas, parents of Suel Carole Thomas.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1931); Page 136; WV Archives Website.
Roy Thomas; age 24; born in Floyd Co, VA; single; miner; living in Jenkinjones, WV; son of Henry
and Lucy; married on 24 Jun 1931 in Jenkinjones, WV; Elizabeth Liewov; age 21; born in McDowell
Co, WV; single; daughter of Andrew and Stella.
2. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Marshall Hunter; 24 Jan 2023.
"Roy William Thomas
Birth 30 Oct 1911
Floyd County, Virginia, USA
Death 21 Apr 1987 (aged 75)
Salem City, Virginia, USA
Burial Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens
Roanoke, Roanoke City, Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 248845722"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1931); Page 136; WV Archives Website.
Roy Thomas; age 24; born in Floyd Co, VA; single; miner; living in Jenkinjones, WV; son of Henry
and Lucy; married on 24 Jun 1931 in Jenkinjones, WV; Elizabeth Liewov; age 21; born in McDowell
Co, WV; single; daughter of Andrew and Stella.
2. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Marshall Hunter; 24 Jan 2023.
"Mary Elizabeth Licwov Thomas
Birth 23 May 1915
McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Death 2 Feb 2004 (aged 88)
Virginia, USA
Burial Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens
Roanoke, Roanoke City, Virginia, USA
Memorial ID 248845895"