1. Fanning Funeral Home, Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Kent Darrell Crigger, 52, of Welch, WV, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 7, 2025. Kent was born on July 10, 1972, in Welch, WV, he was the beloved son of Patricia Lynn Tabor Crigger and the late Daniel Kent Crigger.'Kent was a man of many passions, but nothing brought him greater joy than fishing—it was truly his life. He also enjoyed hunting, had a deep love for music, and was known for his quick wit and ability to make people laugh. Above all, his greatest joy was being "Poppi" to his cherished grandchildren. He was a devoted and loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, whose kindness and humor left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
'In addition to his father, Kent was preceded in death by his sister, Lisa Lynn Connell.
'Left to cherish his memory are his loving mother, Patricia Crigger; his devoted wife of 20 years, Michelle Santiago Crigger; his children, Virginia Michelle Hopper and husband Brian, and Kris Parker and wife Linda; and his precious grandchildren, Ellamae, Evalynn, Vincent, and Brody Hopper. He is also survived by his special friends, Kevin Belcher of Bluefield, WV, Dewayne Fowler of Gary, WV, and Wayne Prevento of North Carolina, along with a host of extended family and friends who will miss him dearly.
'Kent’s legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to his family will forever be remembered.
'Honoring Kent’s wishes, his body has been cremated. A memorial service will not be held at this time.
'Fanning Funeral Home in Welch is assisting the family.
'Online condolences may be sent to the family at fanningfuneralhomes.com"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1932); Page 143; WV Archives Website.
Sam Crigger; age 35; born in Grayson Co, VA; widowed; blacksmith; living at Hemphill, WV; son of
Bill and Eliza; married on 27 Sep 1932 in Hemphill, WV; Ethel Sparks; age 21; born in Pike Co, KY;
single; living in Hemphill, WV; daughter of Elliott and Malissia.
2. Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Samuel Mitchell Crigger
Gender Male
Race White
Death Age 73
Birth Date 15 Apr 1890
Death Date 23 Nov 1963
Death Place Tazewell, Tazewell, Virginia, USA
Registration Date 2 Dec 1963
Father William Henry Crigger
Mother Eliza Ann Poole Crigger
Spouse Ethel Sparks Crigger
Certificate Number 1963032589
Military Status None"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1932); Page 143; WV Archives Website.
Sam Crigger; age 35; born in Grayson Co, VA; widowed; blacksmith; living at Hemphill, WV; son of
Bill and Eliza; married on 27 Sep 1932 in Hemphill, WV; Ethel Sparks; age 21; born in Pike Co, KY;
single; living in Hemphill, WV; daughter of Elliott and Malissia.
2. West Virginia, U.S., Deaths Index, 1853-1973: Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Ethel Crigger
Death Date 19 Dec 1969
Death Place McDowell, West Virginia
Father Name Elliott Sparks
Mother Name Melisia Ison
FHL Film Number 1992292"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1968); Page 18; WV Archives Website.
Robert Okey Douglas; age 33; born 14 Jan 1935 in Welch, WV; single; living in Southwood Addition,
Welch, WV; son of Robert E.L. and Gladys (Gusler) Douglas; married on 14 Feb 1968 in Gary, WV;
Linda Rhea Keiling; age 20; born 6 Apr 1947 in Welch, WV; single; living at Box 224, Gary, WV;
daughter of Ernest A. and Virginia (Beard) Keiling.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1968); Page 18; WV Archives Website.
Robert Okey Douglas; age 33; born 14 Jan 1935 in Welch, WV; single; living in Southwood Addition,
Welch, WV; son of Robert E.L. and Gladys (Gusler) Douglas; married on 14 Feb 1968 in Gary, WV;
Linda Rhea Keiling; age 20; born 6 Apr 1947 in Welch, WV; single; living at Box 224, Gary, WV;
daughter of Ernest A. and Virginia (Beard) Keiling.
2. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Linda Keiling Douglas, 77, of Welch, WV, passed away Wednesday, February 5,2025 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia, following a short illness. Born April 6, 1947 in Welch, WV. She was the daughter of the late Ernest A. Keiling and Virginia Beard Keiling."She was the Owner and Operator of the Douglas Mortuary in Welch for 27 years, following the death of her husband. Linda grew up in Gary, WV and was a 1965 Gary High School Coal Digger graduate. She was married to the late Robert O. Douglas of Welch, WV and they were the proud parents of their only daughter, Jennifer Jane Douglas, of Beckley, WV.
"She served as a pioneer and leader in the community four decades as the first female president of the McDowell County Board of Education and a leader for equality in women’s sports with Title 9 giving girls equal opportunities to participate in sports, which brought girls softball to Mt. View High School in 1993.
"She thoroughly enjoyed her time coaching soccer and the Welch Stingrays Swim Team and she loved all of her swimmers. She loved all pets especially her dog Daisy and her late grand dog, Rosie.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one sister, Sharon Keiling Blasher; and a dear companion of many years Don Hagerman."In addition to her daughter she was survived by one twin sister, Sandra Keiling Rutledge of Morristown, Tennessee, and her employees that she referred to as her business family David Dash, Michael Brown and Richie Tankersley.
"Following Linda’s wishes the body has been cremated and there will be no visitation or funeral services.
"The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com"
1. Buchanan Co, VA; Marriage License #73 001495; Ancestry.com Website.
Harrison Lee Cline; age 22; born 15 Oct 1950 in WV; single; this is his 1st marriage; 1 yr HS
education; living at Rt 3, Box 540, Mohawk, WV; son of James and Audrey (Hunt) Cline; married on
6 Jan 1973 in Grundy, VA; Charlotte Jane Cline; age 16; born 24 Feb 1956 in WV; single; this is her
1st marriage; 2 yrs HS education; living at Box 62, Mohawk, WV; daughter of Howard William and
Wanda (Matney) Cline.
1. Buchanan Co, VA; Marriage License #73 001495; Ancestry.com Website.
Harrison Lee Cline; age 22; born 15 Oct 1950 in WV; single; this is his 1st marriage; 1 yr HS
education; living at Rt 3, Box 540, Mohawk, WV; son of James and Audrey (Hunt) Cline; married on
6 Jan 1973 in Grundy, VA; Charlotte Jane Cline; age 16; born 24 Feb 1956 in WV; single; this is her
1st marriage; 2 yrs HS education; living at Box 62, Mohawk, WV; daughter of Howard William and
Wanda (Matney) Cline.
2. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name: Gess Cline
Also Known As: Charlotte J Cline
2nd Also Known As Name: Charlotte J Cline
3rd Also Known As Name: Charlott Clinegess
Event Date: 31 Oct 2006-06Aug 2008
Event Place: Auburn, Indiana, United States
Birth Date: 24 feb 1956..."
"Possible Relatives: Beverly Lynn Young, Charlotte Cline Gess, Charlotte Cline-Gess, Connie J. Cline,
Connie Sue Cline, Harold Junior Cline, Howard W. Cline Jr, Jr Paul Gess, Malinda
S. Lester, Pamela H. Gess, Paul Gess Cline, Paul W, Gess, Wanda Cline..."